https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-01-07.pdf 60f3ee535823b2bc2fa635b015f8ab35 PDF Text Text Top stories of the decade Time to innovate See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 9 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 1 Saxons lead in first gold win See Story on Page 15 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, January 7, 2010 County board elects new chairman, vice chairman NEWS BRIEFS by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer In keeping with the spirit of change that accompanies a new year, Tuesday’s meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners saw the board elect commissioners Robert Houtman and Craig Stolsonburg to serve as the group’s chairman and vice chairman, respectively, for 2010. Commissioner Michael Callton, who is seeking election to the Michigan House of Representatives, previously served as the chairman. The position of vice chair previously was occupied by Public, musicians invited to midwinter ‘clog hog’ County director position to be eliminated Civil War life will be topic Saturday Progressive Dems to meet Jan. 13 The January meeting of the Progressive Democrats of West Michigan will be held Wednesday, Jan. 13, at 7 p.m. in the Thornapple Township Hall in Middleville. This will be a combined board and general membership meeting. All interested persons are welcome. Lake O historical society to gather Jan. 14 The Lake Odessa Area Historical Society will be gathering on Thursday, Jan. 14, at 7 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Freight Station Museum. This will be the first general meeting for 2010 and will include an update and overview of coming events. The program will be a “show-andtell” time with everyone asked to bring an item of historical or personal interest. Members say this program is almost like the Antiques Roadshow, since they never know what will be shared, and the stories are always of interest. The public is invited to participate in this and other historical society events. For more information concerning the Lake Odessa Area Historical Society, contact John Waite at 517-566-7317. COUNTY BOARD, continued on page 5 Extension program will change in 2010 The 10th annual Mid-Winter Hot Dog Clog Hog for the Thunder Floor Cloggers of Lake Odessa will be held Saturday, Jan. 9, from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Maple Leaf Grange just south of the M-66 and Assyria Road intersection. This is a workshop for cloggers, along with clogging lessons for the young and old. Big ring square dance will be conducted from 1 to 3 p.m., along with musicians jamming downstairs all day. A potluck will be held at noon. The event is open to the public. Guests and musicians get in free. The fee for cloggers fee is $10. The first meeting of the Ionia County Genealogical Society for the new year will be held on Saturday, Jan. 9, at 1 p.m. at the Freight Station Museum, 1117 Emerson Street in Lake Odessa. The topic will be “Civil War Reenacted — A Day in the Life.” Dave Slayton will be the guest speaker. Everyone is invited to join and learn what life was like in the time of the Civil War. The genealogy room will be open to researchers immediately following the presentation. Refreshments will be served. The event is free of charge and open to the public. Commissioner Don Nevins. Houtman, who was nominated as a candidate for his position by Stolsonburg, was elected by secret ballot and received five votes. Commissioner Michael Bremer, who was nominated by Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick, was Houtman’s only competition and received two votes. Callton was absent from the meeting. “Thank you very much, everyone, for your confidence in me,” said Houtman after being elected. Newly elected Chairman Robert Houtman (right) shakes hands with the newest vice chairman of the Barry County Board of Commissioners, Craig Stolsonburg. At its meeting Jan. 5, the Barry County Board of Commissioners heard a presentation from Ginger Hentz, director of the county’s Michigan State University Extension office, on how the MSU Extension program will change later in the year and how the office will partner with other offices and become part of a multi-county district. “MSU Extension, as you know, is undergoing some programmatic changes and also structural changes, statewide, and we just now ... know which region Barry County will be aligned with,” she said. As part of the restructuring, the county’s MSU Extension office is to become part of a district comprised of Eaton, Ingham, Ionia, Clinton, Montcalm and Gratiot counties. In a correspondence delivered after the meeting, Hentz responded to the possibility of the MSU Extension program facing “financial difficulties.” “I would not say that MSU Extension is facing ‘financial difficulties,’” she wrote. “From a big-picture perspective, we receive funding from a variety of sources — federal, state and local governmental and private sources. This year, MSUE virtually received flat funding from the state, 44 percent of which was from federal stimulus funding.” In the correspondence, Hentz elaborated on the proposed changes to the MSU Extension program, writing, “We have been EXTENSION, continued on page 5 Duo saved from water, rescuer becomes victim A local ice fisherman died after he and another local man rescued a Hastings couple who had broken through thin ice on Middle Lake Monday morning. A quad driven by Wayne Seeley, who was riding with his wife, Nancy, went through the ice on Middle Lake near Gaskill Road around 10:30 a.m. Jan. 4. The Seeleys were helped from the icy waters by nearby ice fishermen. One of those fisherman, Martin Allerding, 63, suffered an apparent heart attack as he helped one of the Seeleys reach land. Allerding was pronounced dead at Pennock Hospital by a medical examiner. Barry County Sheriff Deputies were able to locate and interview the second man, 62year-old Steven Bolo, responsible for pulling the Seeleys from the icy waters. Bolo, also of Hastings, stayed with Wayne Seeley on the ice while Martin Allerding transported Nancy Seeley to shore. Bolo said the incident happened approximately 100 yards from shore in water about 20 feet deep. “I saw that they were in real trouble,” he said. Bolo and Allerding both pulled the Seeleys from the water. Bolo also kept Wayne Seeley from going dangerously close to the quad later while they were waiting for Allerding to return. Bolo is unsure if the Seeleys would have been able to get out of the water without help and was glad that he and Allerding were there. Bolo said they were the only four people out on south Middle Lake at that time, and the front tires of the quad were on the ice. At first, he thought the woman was trapped under the quad. When Bolo got clos- er he saw Nancy and pulled her out first before he and Allerding pulled Wayne from the water. Allerding used an auger as a reach pole and Bolo grabbed onto Wayne’s coat to pull him from the freezing water. Bolo said they were both very heavy because of wet winter clothing, and both Seeleys were wearing helmets. “Steven Bolo and Martin Allerding probably saved the lives of Wayne and Nancy Seeley and should both be recognized,” said Sgt. Julie Jones, of the Barry County Sheriff’s Department Marine Unit. “It is unknown if the Seeleys would have been able to get out of the water or get help if Bolo and Allerding would not have been there.” An experienced ice fisherman who is knowledgeable about Middle Lake, Bolo said the north shore often freezes before the south shore. The ice was about two inches thick where the quad went through, but was about five inches thick where he was fishing 30 yards away. Seeley later discovered that the thin ice was recently open water used by geese late into the season and had just frozen over. The geese prevented the ice from freezing at the same rate as the rest of the lake, but appeared to be the same from the surface due to fresh snow fall, according to a press release. “There are many reasons why the thickness of lake ice will vary. It is best not to drive on the ice until there have been several weeks of consistently cold temperatures and the area has been thoroughly checked,” said Jones. The accident is still under investigation due to other circumstances. Barry County’s first baby of 2010 waits, then rushes in by Casey Cheney J-Ad Graphics Intern Jackson Martin Edwards was the first baby from Barry County to be born in Pennock Hospital in 2010. He arrived at Jan. 3 at 3:53 p.m., three days before his due date and about an hour and a half after his mother and father, Jena and Brent Edwards, checked into the hospital. Jackson weighed 8 pounds, 9 ounces, and measured 21 inches long. Along with being the first official Barry County baby born at Pennock Hospital in 2010 who will take home prizes from local merchants, Jackson is the first child born to the Edwards. Jena and Brent, who live in Johnstown Township, decided to name him Jackson after “bouncing around ideas.” They said that when they landed on Jackson, it just sounded right. Their son’s middle name is in honor of one of his great-grandfathers, whose middle name also was Martin. That great-grandfather, on Brent’s side, died in 1991. The parents thought it would be a good way to honor his side of the family. Adding to the positive aspect of this choice was the way Jackson Martin Edwards sounded. “We thought, ‘It sounds like a law firm. This kid’s got a future!’” Brent joked. His wife laughed along, adding that their son could be whatever he wanted to be. Jena’s contractions started at 6 a.m. She finally woke her husband when she realized, “I can’t time these myself. It’s too painful.” When the doctor told them it was time for them to go to the hospital, they hurried to the car, Jena’s bags already packed and ready to go. “It was a bumpy ride,” Jena said, able to venture a grin after it was all over. On the way, they had to stop for gas (and a Red Bull for Brent and Gatorade for Jena), because Brent was afraid the car might run out of gas before they got there. Brent said they were expecting her to have to be induced anyway, so he wasn’t worried that her water would break before they arrived at the hospital. But by the time they had arrived, Jena was already dilated to seven centimeters — three centimeters more and she would be ready to give birth to little Jackson Martin. After about 20 minutes of hard labor, Jackson arrived. Brent said he was expecting a more dramatic labor like those seen on television that last 20 hours and are filled with moaning and screaming. That was not the case. “Over six contractions, she learned she can’t breathe. She had to push,” he said, COUNTY’S FIRST BABY, continued on page 8 Jena and Brent Edwards welcome the newest addition to their family, Jackson Martin Edwards. Baby Jackson was born Jan. 3 at 3:53 p.m. �Page 2 — Thursday, January 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner New year means a new approach for Barry County Leaders within the county give their thoughts and wisdom as to what to expect and what they hope to see in the year 2010. Joanne Barnard, Barry Conservation District executive director “We’re going to be doing all right ... It’s just a matter of being more self-sustaining [and] doing more with less.” The Barry Conservation District lost all of its state funding this past year and is only guaranteed county funding through 2010. Barnard said the district has several grant projects that will get it through the year, and they are currently looking to generate similar projects for 2011. She said her office will be working on finishing up the dam removal project in Nashville and another grant project with the Fish America Foundation that will aim to revegitate the shoreline area from where the dam was removed. Also, Barry County Parks and Recreation is working on the McKeown Bridge Park project. Once again, the medicine for this trying time is a positive outlook: “[You’ve] just got to smile and laugh and keep going,” Barnard said. Valerie Byrnes, Barry Chamber of Commerce president and Barry County Economic Development Alliance director “We’ve held fairly steady on the Chamber membership, which is a good sign. We anticipate slow growth for 2010... I’m not optimistic or pessimistic about it. I’m a realist.” Byrnes said the Chamber is looking to continue to promote businesses. On the side of the Alliance, she said, “Our companies are in a tough position. I anticipate incremental growth.” She said the Alliance is seeking to help companies get representation at the state level to get the resources they need. She said she thinks small business opportunities are on the horizon since businesses are attracted to the strong community here. They are also working to establish a microlending fund for small enterprises to help them gain financial footing. “That would be great forward momentum for us,” Byrnes said. Finally, she said she wants to work more on education and communication, ensuring that businesses have the right information for making decisions and communicating to the community so they know who to talk to for the help they need. Mike Callton, county commissioner “A lot of stuff is being ruled right now by money. We just have to keep our organizations lean.” He said a lot of people are under the impression that a cut in budgets means a cut in services, but that’s not always the case. Thus, one of the major challenges the commissioners will face in 2010 will be budget reductions that don’t cause service cuts. “The challenge will be if we can balance our budget without layoffs or furloughs,” said Callton. Keith Ferris, Charlton Park Director “I’m looking forward to 2010. It’s going to be a go-forward year. A lot of good things are going to happen.” Ferris said the economic environment is “going to get a little better,” so Barry County residents can “get out and play more” and “enjoy Barry County for what it is.” The change isn’t going to happen all at once, he said, but improvements will come. Ferris also said he is looking forward to the Charlton Park millage renewal on the May 4 ballot, and he wants to make sure he can check the passing of that renewal off his “to do” list for 2010. “[It will] put the park in position to make it the crown jewel for Barry County as it has been in the past,” he said. Pam Jarvis, Barry County Clerk “I’m skeptical in light of the budget issues at the state level and the federal level.” She said she doesn’t know what such issues will do to the county’s budget, which is based on the premise that those entities will maintain their funding — and that may not be the case. Unfortunately, she said, the costs are going up while the rates aren’t. “As hard as it is on the constituents, we had to look at that,” she said. Jarvis mentioned some of the plans for the upcoming year, such as moving concealed pistol licenses from paper to plastic driver’slicense-sized cards. “That should be totally up and running [this year],” she said. Also in 2010, the public will be able to have Social Security Numbers redacted from their birth certificates. A challenge she and the board of commissioners will face is the consolidation of its Hastings Exchange Club announces December Young Citizens Named Young Citizens for December 2009 at Star Elementary School are Austin Stephens (left) and Hailey Neal, joined here by teacher Dawn Secord. Ian Bleam (left) and Alexis Replogle are Northeastern’s Young Citizens for December 2009. They are joined by teacher Don Schils. Hastings Middle School Young Citizens for December 2009 are (from left) Naomi Van Dien, Stephen Kendall, Jacob Zech, counselor Cathy Longstreet, Arika Holloway and Tillery Larsen. Rilee Hammond (left) and Olivia Mead, pictured here with teacher Trisha Kietzman, are the Young Citizens for December 2009 at Southeastern Elementary School. committees into a “committee of a whole,” which will “allow commissioners to heat an entire argument up front.” “It does represent a change in how we handle things,” she said. The commissioners also will examine the change in processing for jurors to decide whether the number of jurors they have is a good number. Previously, they had selected 3,500, but now select 2,000. Jeff Jennette, Barry Intermediate School District superintendent “I hope to see some of the economic doldrums we’re in now come to an end. There’s a lot of good people out of work.” Jennette, who hosts the county’s Michigan Works program, said he hopes to get those people jobs in 2010, though he doesn’t “want to take away the job security of my staff.” He said the will continue to pursue vocational apprenticeships for high school students. “That’s one thing we lack in Barry County itself,” Jennette said. If there aren’t any jobs available in the county, he said he wants to train people so they can find work elsewhere and still stay in the county. The vocational committee is working to find these opportunities, and its members “like to keep moving and don’t take ‘no’ for an answer.” “It’s really encouraging — I think everyone I’ve met in Barry County is open and willing to discuss [apprenticeships],” he said. The apprenticeship with Gilmore Garage Works “fell into our lap,” he said, and other apprenticeships may arrive the same way. However, all the opportunities they are currently looking at are still in the planning stages. He said two programs he would like to see come about are a culinary apprenticeship and an apprenticeship with 21st Century health. But as for right now, Jennette said, “There’s just too many hoops we have to jump through ... [but] we have the ball rolling in the right direction.” Bob May, mayor of Hastings May began his thoughts of about 2010 by looking back at 2009: “The City of Hastings had a very good 2009.” This was taking into account this current economic situation of Michigan. The Great Lakes region, he said, is “holding its own.” And in 2010, he said he is expecting more improvements. “We are looking for upswings,” he said, adding that he wants to better listen to what citizens are saying and carry out their wishes and to “try to be more involved with our community.” May said he wants to see younger folks visiting the downtown (something he has recently noticed is on the rise), and he is looking forward to the bridges and trail systems becoming a reality. “I’d like to say we’d have less snow,” he added with a laugh. May said that while the rest of the world is down in the dumps feeling negative, he wants to stay “upbeat and positive.” “Let’s say Hastings and Barry County are on the right track.” Jerry Sarver, Hastings Police chief “I tend to be an optimist, although I don’t have a [crystal ball] to look into. I think things are gong to get a little better — I don’t know how much better... I think we bottomed out long before the country did, so hopefully we’ll rebound sooner.” Sarver said Michigan as a whole needs to change its focus, because automotive sales aren’t going to be improving anytime soon. For the Hastings Police Department, as well as the county, he said they need to learn to do “more with less.” “We deal with the reality of trying to provide the best service we can with what we’re provided,” he said. Nobody wants to see their taxes raised, Sarver said, himself included, which makes a smaller budget more difficult to deal with when providing tax-based services. The department lost its school liaison in Hastings, which was a setback for both the department and the schools, and Sarver said he doesn’t expect to get the position back any time soon. However, he said the best approach is to talk positively and think optimistically. Still, 2010 won’t be an easy year. “We certainly have to get over the hump,” he said. Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule St. Rose sixth graders Austin Haywood (left) and Trevor Ryan, named their school’s Young Citizens for the month of December 2009, are joined by teacher Amy Murphy. Central Elementary School’s Young Citizens for December 2009 are Josh Sherwood (left) and Megan Backe with teacher Steve Laubaugh. Thursday, Jan. 7 — Movie Memories “The Little Colonel,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8 — pre-kindergarten story time about winter, 10:30 a.m.; Project No Homework, 4 to 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 11 — Craft of the Month weaving, 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12 — toddler story time on stories by Kevin Henkes, 10:30 a.m.; “Mamma Mia” sing-along, 6 to 8 p.m.; TAB meeting, 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13 — Tween Girls COOL Computer class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; Friends of the Library meeting, 6:30 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information on any of the above events. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 7, 2010 — Page 3 First Hastings ball drop draws hundreds, despite freezing temperature by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer The streets of downtown Hastings were filled with spectators for the first annual New Year’s Eve ball drop. More than 300 cups of free hot chocolate and coffee, provided by the Hastings Rotary Club, were handed out by 11:30 p.m., and the crowd continue to convene near the intersection of Jefferson and State streets. Frigid temperatures and excitement filled the air as the clock counted down the last moments of 2009. For Karen Myers, the cold weather did little to dampen her spirits. “I thought it was a really neat idea,” said Myers and she listened to Les Jazz perform. “It was worth being cold for.” Noisemakers provided by the Thornapple Arts Council and sparkly tiaras donated by Gilmore Jewelers and Matt and Colleen Garber added to the festivities. Emcee Dave Becky Baird and Debbie Mays pass out noisemakers and tiaras to the crowd. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) Kristen and Nick Isler make some noise to welcome in 2010. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) The ball changed from red to white as the first second of the new year was welcomed. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) Hastings Mayor Bob May clicks the remote to signal the dropping of the ball 30 seconds before the new year. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) Hundreds of people filled the streets to take part in the first annual New Year’s Eve ball drop in downtown Hastings. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) Joe LaJoye and the musicians of Les Jazz lead the crowd in singing “Auld Lang Syne.” (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) Setting the sky ablaze, fireworks erupt above the Walldorff restaurant. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) Lass’ay Quinn took part in the festivities by donning a special hat for the occasion. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) McIntyre interviewed crowd members and encouraged spectators to visit some of the businesses that had remained open to provide heat to the crowd. The ball, designed and built by Hastings High School students under the direction of drafting teacher Ed Domke, began its descent down the side of the Walldorff Restaurant 30 seconds before the new year and changed from a brilliant red to white as it hit the bottom. Huge cheers erupted as the countdown reached zero and Joe LaJoye with Les Jazz led the crowd in singing “Auld Lang Syne.” Cathy Felder said she ventured out into the cold to see the work of the high school students in action. “I think it’s cool that high school students did it — plus this is the only way I could see a ball drop,” said Felder. Domke said the initial design of the large ball began nearly a year ago and has gone through a variety of modifications and reworks in the months leading up to the event. “We revamped it multiple times based on the materials that we had donated,” said Domke. The first blast of the fireworks caused an even bigger cheer to pass through the crowd, and all eyes watched the night sky as it was lit up in a variety of colors. After the fireworks faded and Les Jazz played a few more selections, the crowd began to thin out and all that was left to remember the event were a few paper cups and noisemakers blowing through the snowcovered streets. Several crowd members remarked how much they enjoyed the evening and how wonderful it was to have a family friendly event right in their community. Viewers included residents from Freeport, Vermontville, Mulliken, Nashville, Hastings and a host of surrounding communities. McIntyre said the size of the crowd exceeded his expectations. “The number of people who attended was way past my imagination of what I thought would be attending, so I am very pleased,” said McIntyre. The time and energy volunteered by local individuals and businesses made the event a success, he said, adding that he hoped it will continue for many years. “Let’s hope we can continue to do it for many, many years to come,” said McIntyre. Looking ahead to 2010 and all that it may bring, attendees expressed their hopes for the coming year. “I have financial hopes for 2010. The work has been slow the last couple years,” said Dave Humphrey of Freeport. “A lot of peace for 2010,” hoped Aquib Sadman Bari. Several organizations and individuals contributed to the event, including Rick Moore and the Thornapple Trail Association who donated the stage, Grand Rental Station which provided the stage power and lighting, Second Hand Corners which provided heaters for people to warm themselves by, Bob Dickinson of State Grounds Coffee who provided the sound system, and Hastings High School which provided music stands and lights for the band. Hastings Planning Commission schedules public hearing on proposed rezoning by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Hastings Planning Commission will hold a public hearing 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 1, to solicit comment from the community about a proposal to rezone the northeast corner of the city, near the intersection of Bachman Road and Woodlawn Avenue from rural residential (RR) and rural-suburban (RS) to R1A. The Hastings City Council approved the creation of the R1A zoning district in July 2009. However, no property was rezoned at that time. The R1A zoning district is a component of the joint planning effort with the Hastings and Rutland charter townships. It was created allow denser residential development of parcels. According to Hastings Community Development Director John Hart, the R1A district would be much like the RS and RR districts except that there would be no open space requirements, which would allow a higher density of residential development. He noted that like RS and RR zones, it would be primarily single-family residences, with some uses such as adult and child day care, and foster care for six or fewer clients. Special uses permitted would include churches, synagogues, hospitals, parks, public or private golf courses, bed and breakfast establishments, and crisis shelter homes. The planning commission also reviewed and discussed a draft of a proposed ordinance to regulate abandoned signs. Abandoned signs were defined as, “a sign which no longer identifies or advertises a currently operating business, lessee, service, owner, product, or activity.” The ordinance includes regulations determining if, when and how such signs should be removed. The commission, with commissioner Sylvia Treadwell absent, voted unanimously to pass the proposed ordinance back to the council with the recommendation that it be approved. The commission also discussed regulations for wayfinding signs for schools and hospitals, but no action was taken. Planning commission members also discussed but did not take action on the possible rezoning of properties south and east of the central business district (B-1) to the newly created neighborhood edge (NE) district. The Hastings City Council unanimously approved the new zoning district in October. It was created in compliance with the recommendations contained in the city’s comprehensive community plan (CCP), which calls for an NE zone to replace the existing apartment/office (AO) zone in certain residential neighborhoods near the downtown business district. The CCP states, “The intent of this new land use classification is to maintain the fabric of existing near-downtown neighborhoods while allowing conversions to multi-family and/or office use.” The commission unanimously approved a motion directing city staff to write a draft proposing an ordinance regulating installation and duration of fencing used to protect vegetation from seasonal foraging by deer and other wildlife. The commission also approved a motion giving the builder until Dec. 30, 2010, to complete the sidewalks along Thorn Hill and Briar Hill in the Northridge Estates development on Woodlawn Avenue. Commissioner Dave Jasperse This is an example of plastic snow fencing being used by a homeowner to keep deer from eating vegetation. The Hastings Planning Commission is discussing a possible ordinance regulating the seasonal use of snow fencing for such a purpose. cast the sole dissenting vote, stating that with the tough economy, he didn’t feel the city should make it harder for business people to do business. The commission also heard a report Hart on the 2010 planning commission work task list and a status report on the comprehensive community plan. The planning commission approved its calendar for 2010. All meetings will be held in the city council chambers at city hall at 7 p.m. on the first Monday of every month except April, July and September when the meetings will be held on the first Tuesday of the month due to holidays. �Page 4 — Thursday, January 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Mud slinging was not necessary To the editor: “Whipping boy” - that’s a phase I think of when I see Dennis McKelvey’s picture in the Hastings Banner article published Dec. 20, 2009, regarding the Rutland Charter Township budget cuts. I have known Dennis McKelvey for many years, and he has been one of the most honest and hardworking people I have ever known. I’m well aware of the downturn in the economy that has caused property sales to go down drastically. This fact has no doubt impacted the township assessor’s time needed to do his job. However, that is not reason to turn the Rutland Township meeting into a mud-slinging session against McKelvey. I think his job experience and knowledge would be an asset to any township or county. Let’s be thankful we have individuals who can take all of the unjust comments and false accusations and still do their jobs without wavering from quality worksmanship. Gary Rogers, Former Rutland Township, trustee Social Security serves those who serve America To the editor: Each and every day of the year, Americans in the armed forces serve our nation. At Social Security, we honor our nation’s military personnel and all of America’s veterans not only on Veterans Day, but every day of the year. In fact, military service members receive expedited processing of their disability applications from Social Security. Under an agreement initiated by Social Security, the Department of Defense transmits information that allows us to quickly identify military personnel injured in Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. The expedited process is available for any military service member who became disabled during active duty on or after Oct. 1, 2001, regardless of where the disability occurred. Depending on the situation, some family members of military personnel also may be able to receive benefits, including dependent children and spouses. If you, or someone you know, were wounded while on active duty in the military, find out more about what Social Security can do for you by visiting our Web site designed specifically for our wounded veterans, www.socialsecurity.gov/woundedwarriors. You’ll also find links to useful Veterans Affairs Web sites. There are links to information about the Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom Home, information on survivors benefits, the Task Force on Returning Global War on Terror Heroes, a fact sheet on veterans benefits, and the veterans online application, known as VONAPP. Although the expedited service is relatively new, military personnel have been covered under Social Security since 1957. Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist, Grand Rapids Board actions have put taxpayers at risk To the editor: In his letters to various newspapers, the chairperson of Common Sense in Prairieville Township has strongly suggested that efforts by the Prairieville Recall Committee will place a tremendous financial strain on all Prairieville taxpayers. In reality, the actions taken by the Prairieville Township Board last July have put the taxpayers at risk for a lawsuit on behalf of former police officer Mark D. Doster. At that July meeting, the township board violated Doster’s civil rights by not properly conducting the meeting under the Open Meetings Act, according to Barry County Prosecutor Tom Evans. In addition, someone stated in an earlier published letter that Doster had released an intoxicated driver, “back on the road.” Both police and emergency medical technicians (EMT reports concerning this same driver stated definitively that he was not intoxicated). Suggestions that Doster was unprofessional in his duties could financially distress all Prairieville taxpayers, since this could open up a libel suit. This is further testimony that the present Prairieville Township Board needs to be replaced. Yvonne Gabos, Prairieville Township New public meetings are a charade To the editor: As reported in the Dec. 17, 2009, Banner the Hastings Area Schools System Board of Education is now engaging in a new ploy with the public:. “Charade” meetings in which the public is invited to come forth and share concerns with the same clique that has reigned for three years now. Don’t you find it interesting that all of a sudden they want public input? A question to all your readers would be: Why would the board be listening now? Their record speaks of arrogance and patronizing the public. The problem is that they (the board and its administration) are the problem. These charade meetings are obvious ploys to deflect criticism and make them look like they are paying attention to the public. Ask the Pleasantview community how the board paid attention to them as the residents spilled their hearts and tears out two years ago. Pleasantview parent Titia Gray has done the investigative work. The Hastings school administration canceled the AT&T Internet connection to Pleasantview in February 2008 for the following school year. The decision to close the school was already made months before,, not during the last week of the school that year. Thanks again to Titia Gray for researching and bringing to light what happened behind the scenes leading up to the treachery perpetrated on the children of Pleasantview Elementary, the staff and their loving community by those still in charge of the district. Thanks to the Banner for reporting it. I guarantee that HASS will continue to lose students, confidence and respect at an exponential basis until a majority comes on the board who will vote to terminate the current central administration. Larry Gibson, Retired Hastings teacher Charlotte The start of a new year means it’s time to ‘innovate’ Now that the paper hats, champagne toasts and noisemakers have been put away for another 12 months, it’s time to think about the new year and what we can do to make it brighter for all of us. The annual New Year’s Eve celebration is a good time to acknowledge the passing year — and look for all the potential the coming year might bring. We can’t change what has already happened, but we can learn from it by taking an objective look at what we’ve done in the past, without regrets and using the knowledge to set a new direction. Someone once wrote, “An optimist stays up to midnight to see the new year come in, while the pessimist stays up to make sure the old year leaves.” If you’re looking for better things in the coming year, remember that the new year holds endless possibilities for those who seek them. We will have to work harder, even smarter, to achieve our dreams in the future. It’s time to sit down and create a road map for the coming year, with specific plans to be achieved in the months ahead. How many times in the past year did someone tell you that this was the worst year, economic climate, job loss, whatever, since the Great Depression? For many, it was. But that doesn’t mean people and businesses did not prosper during the past year. Some took proactive steps to make their situations better. We should begin the new year by looking for better times and a brighter future, knowing that we do our best when we have to. We probably can’t change the world, the nation or even things on a state level, but we can impact events in our communities, the county, our neighborhoods and our daily lives — so let’s begin the new year by setting our sights closer to home, by taking a more proactive role of letting our leaders know what we expect and are willing to tolerate. We’ve seen tough times before, and we managed to get through them. With the right state of mind, we can overcome the economic difficulties in which we find ourselves today. Are you ready for this new year? Read more. Become involved in your local government, because local government is the front line for change. If you don’t like what’s going on in local government, work to change it. If you don’t like where the community is going, stand up for a new direction. Throughout the year, I try through this opinion column to bring attention to leaders who don’t appear to be listening; they would rather govern on their own with little or no regard to the people who elected them and who, in turn, they are supposed to represent. That’s when recalls occur or when parents fill school board meetings. If the public gets little or no response from the people they elected, that breeds contempt of the process. There are however, local leaders who are listening and are willing to get back with you in a timely manner if they don’t have answers. That’s the way it’s supposed to work. A number of years ago, a local township supervisor said of this paper’s coverage, “I wish you wouldn’t print so much in the paper, it makes it hard to govern.” Well, if the local paper doesn’t print the news from government bodies, who would inform the public? Taxpayers then become vulnerable. Hastings starts new year with special ball drop celebration The streets of downtown Hastings were filled with hundreds of spectators for the first annual New Year’s Eve ball drop. By 11:30, the Hastings Rotary Club had given out more than 300 cups of hot chocolate and coffee as the crowd grew at the intersection of Jefferson and State streets. The temperature was cold, but excitement filled the air as the clock counted down the last minutes of 2009. Donated Noisemakers and tiaras were handed out. A band played music on a stage that had been provided. Heaters were pulled out and plugged in, along with a sound system set up just for the occasion. The ball was designed and built by Hastings High School students, with help from various adults. After months or work and rework, it began its descent down the side of the Walldorff Brewpub and Bistro, 30 seconds before the stroke of midnight, changing from a brilliant red to white as it hit bottom. Cheers erupted as the countdown reached zero and the crowd was led in singing “Auld Lang Syne” — the good old days. Then, the first blast of fireworks caused an even bigger cheer to pass through the crowd, and all eyes watched the moonlit sky as it was filled in an array of colors. Several organizations and individuals contributed to the event, making it possible to bring in the new year with cheers and excitement like never before seen in downtown Hastings. Congratulations to all involved. It was a great way to say good-bye to the old with new enthusiasm for the coming year. Fred Jacobs, vice president J-Ad Graphics Legislation would require transparency in state budget meetings Key state budget meetings that have historically occurred behind closed doors will be subject to the Michigan Open Meetings Act under legislation announced this week which would vastly improve government transparency and speed the overall budget process. Meetings to establish how much each state department is allowed to spend must be open to the public under legislation spearheaded by the bipartisan Capital Caucus, including state representatives Dick Ball, Joan Bauer, Barb Byrum, Brian Calley, Rick Jones, Mark Meadows and Paul Opsommer. Meetings include officials such as the appropriations chairs, budget directors and other leaders from both parties. The caucus Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. Today, Americans feel a great frustration with government at all levels. Much of it comes from the lack of participation because of our willingness to sit on the sidelines and complain rather than attend meetings, write to or call our local representatives. In the coming months, issues will come up that need your attention. Local school boards will determine the impact school funding will have on our students’ education as they deal with decreasing state funding. And local towns, townships and the county will determine what to cut due to state and federal funding reductions. Roads will be impacted. More jobs will be lost unless we act now and take a stand for a better Michigan. Communities all over the state are looking to reinvent themselves. The ones that are able to muster community support and trust will come out the winners in the long run I don’t think Barry County is looking to reinvent itself; we’re just looking to promote the county as a good place to live, work and recreate — all the while hoping that economics will be a fundamental reward as the area expands. If it’s going to happen, the citizens of the county must be watchful of governments putting the kibosh on expansion at any level. We must open our arms to new business and industry across the county. We need to make it easier and quicker for developers looking at projects in our communities. We’ve lost several development projects recently, mostly due to government’s inability to get the job done. It’s a new year, so let’s get started with the determination to make it our best year ever. announced the legislation Tuesday at a Lansing news conference. “It’s inherently wrong that some of the most influential meetings on Michigan’s state budget occur behind closed doors, with no public input or scrutiny,” said Calley, RPortland. “The fact that we’ve experienced two government shutdowns during the last two budget cycles should tell all of us that changes are needed. More transparency and accountability will give people a better idea of what is going on in their government.” Under the legislation, the public must be given notice in advance of any meetings designed to set revenue targets for appropriations for the upcoming state fiscal year. The Was Detroit the target? On Christmas Day a Nigerian man attempted to blow up a Northwest Airlines plane as it headed to Detroit Metro Airport. Do you think Detroit was selected on purpose? How do you think the United States should combat terrorism? meetings also would be subject to the following rules: Minutes must be kept of each meeting and made available to the public; an opportunity for public comment must be provided; and the meetings must be at a location available to the general public. Lawmakers say they are encouraged by other legislative proposals that have been offered to improve the budget process. The Capital Caucus members said their legislation complements other proposals because it is proactive, instead of punitive. House Bill 5721, the budget reform legislation, now goes to a House committee for consideration. The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Casey Cheney, Woodland: “Detroit probably wasn’t the target. I would be in favor of them deciding they can do racial profiling. It’s not being racist; it’s just being smart.” Bob Dickinson Hastings: “Sadly, the flight was the target. Our government had no jurisdiction on that flight since it came from Europe, so that’s really out of our scope. How the international community is going to deal with it, I don’t know.” Mackenzie Meyering, Middleville: “Yes, as a country we have to respond first by being more assertive and requiring more in-depth luggage inspection and full-body scans. We need to ensure that planes will land safely. But our longterm goals should include better relationships with foreign countries.” Beth Fuller, Middleville: “I think it is important to go beyond just responding to this one act. The government needs to do more to improve its relationship with other countries before we have true public safety.” Mary Lou Jameson, Lake Odessa: “I don’t think he was working alone. He had to have many people helping him slip by along the way. When we fly, we’ll have increased security and expect more searches. But this proves that if someone really wants to blow up a plane, they’ll find a way to do it.” George Brand, Hastings: “He could have set the bomb off anywhere in flight. I don’t think Detroit was targeted. This kind of terrorism goes beyond our cultural mind set. We are dealing with people who place no value on human life, who seek anger and revenge.” Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 7, 2010 — Page 5 COUNTY BOARD, continued from page 1 Stolsonburg was nominated as a candidate for vice chair by Houtman, and VanNortwick, the only other contender in the race, was nominated by Bremer. Houtman and Nevins, along with commissioners Howard “Hoot” Gibson and Joe Lyons voted for Stolsonburg, while Bremer voted for VanNortwick. Both of the candidates for vice chair voted for themselves. While Lyons nominated Nevins as a candidate for vice chair and Gibson nominated Lyons for the position, both Lyons and Nevins declined the nominations. When asked by Nevins for a comment on his win, Stolsonburg said, “I just appreciate everybody’s confidence.” Under the board’s new leadership, one of the first orders of business was to discuss its likely adoption of a committee-of-the-whole structure. Currently, the board operates under a standing-committee structure, in which the commissioners form five committees that are largely responsible for creating motions, resolutions and ordinances that are later voted on. The five committees oversee development and planning; facilities and properties; finances; law enforcement, public safety and courts; and personnel and human services. As part of the proposed committee-of-thewhole structure, all commissioners would meet as a single committee on the first and third Tuesdays of every month to discuss issues that presently are discussed among the five separate committees. “It opens transparency to the press, it gives opportunity to the public to participate — transparency to the public — and certainly offers better communication among all of us,” said Houtman of the proposed format. Much of the discussion on the proposed structure focused on who would serve as chairman during committee-of-the-whole meetings. Houtman explained that, under the proposed plan, he would serve as chairman during such assemblies. “I have concerns in my own mind, until I see it play out, I guess, that it would tend to give a little undue authority to the chairperson, where, in fact, [with] five standing committees, you have chairmen of each of those five standing committees ...,” VanNortwick said. In contrast to VanNortwick’s concern, Lyons, along with other commissioners, said it would be acceptable for Houtman to serve as chairman during future committee-of-thewhole meetings. “I don’t think there should be too much concern there, because, from what I’ve seen, everybody pretty much speaks their piece, has good input,” Lyons said. “I don’t see that as a problem.” Barry County Administrator Michael Brown explained to members of the board that if they adopt the committee-of-the-whole structure, they would not be limited to such a structure indefinitely, but should give the new structure a chance to succeed before making any move to reclaim the format under which they currently operate. “You can change your board rules and your process at any time,” said Brown. “I would encourage you to, if you’re going to change to a committee-of-the-whole, to look at a reasonable amount of time to make it work. ... It’s going to be different and a little cumbersome the first few times.” The board is to decide whether to adopt the proposed structure at its next meeting. Mark Doster, administrator of the Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authority, addressed the board about its consideration of the new format. “I want to commend the board on trying to think out of the box, here, regarding this committee-of-the-whole structure,” he said. “I think that, if you’re successful with that, it will be the biggest change that’s occurred on this board since the county went from the board of supervisors to the county board.” Doster also took the opportunity to caution the board about its lack of female membership. “One concern that I have, looking at the board, is that there are no women on the board,” he said. “Every board that I’ve ever dealt with before, there was always very strong women who had opinions, and I think they benefited the county dramatically with some of the contributions that they’ve made. You don’t have any women; I think it’d be wise of you to seek out some viewpoints, because they’re half of the population of this county, and ... you’re going to have to take another extra step to see they’re represented.” In other business, the board voted to appoint commissioners to serve on various boards and commissions and represent various organizations. Bremer was appointed to serve on the Barry County Board of Public Works, Charlton Park Village and Museum Board, Barry County Parks and Recreation Board and the county’s Wraparound “team.” He also will represent the Barry County Department of Human Services, Federal Emergency Management Agency and Middleville’s local development finance authority. Callton was appointed to serve on the Barry Community Resource Network, Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Jordan Lake Board. He also will represent the BarryEaton District Health Department. Gibson was appointed to serve on the Hastings City/Barry County Airport Commission and Calhoun Intermediate School District’s Chief Executive Officers and Workforce Development boards. He also will represent the Barry County Commission on Aging, Barry County Community Mental Health Authority and Barry County Transit. Houtman was appointed to serve on the Barry County Community Corrections Advisory Board, Barry County Board of Public Works and Barry County’s local emergency planning committee and judicial council. Lyons was appointed to the Hastings City/Barry County Airport Commission, Barry County Board of Public Works and Barry County Solid Waste Oversight Committee. He also will represent the BarryEaton District Health Department and Barry County Brownfield Redevelopment Barry County Clerk Pamela Jarvis and Administrator Michael Brown tally the votes cast for chairman of the Barry County Board of Commissioners. Authority. Nevins was appointed to serve on the Calhoun/Barry Voluntary Mortgage Review Board, the Green Gables Haven Board of Directors and Calhoun Intermediate School District’s Chief Executive Officers and Workforce Development boards. He also will represent the Barry County Community Mental Health Authority, Barry County Transit and Hastings’ local development finance authority. Stolsonburg was appointed to serve on the Barry County Central Dispatch Administrative Board, Gun Lake Board, Barry County Planning Commission and the county’s joint area service plan committee. VanNortwick was appointed to serve on the Potawatomi Resource Conservation and Development Council and the county’s watershed steering committee. He will represent the Barry Soil and Water Conservation District, Barry-Eaton District Health Department and the county’s Community Action agency. EXTENSION, continued from page 1 undergoing a statewide redesign and programmatic restructuring over the past nine to 12 months to review and prioritize our programs to assure they are meeting the needs for Michigan’s future. It is a healthy and necessary internal review for a 90-year-old organization. “... The new structure is still evolving, and is designed to assure the organization is responsive to communities and efficient in its delivery of statewide programs,” she added. “Regional and county Extension director positions are being eliminated as a new 13-district structure is implemented. Barry County will still have its local MSU Extension office, with staff, and its identified programs.” While Hentz explained that the position she currently holds will be eliminated once the proposed changes take effect, she wrote that her future role with the program is not yet known. “I love the work I do in Barry County and am a huge advocate for and fan of MSU Extension,” she wrote. “I am honored to work with an incredibly talented staff team and committed community partners. While the restructuring is still in process, it is premature to say what my new role in the organization will be.” According to a copy of an e-mail from Thomas Coon, director of the MSU Extension program, the proposed changes to the program will take effect by July 1. “Part of our redesign process involves ... maintaining our commitment to an MSUE office in every county, ... doing away with county Extension director and regional Extension director positions, ... reorienting our staff assignments and reporting to focus on programming, and ... coordinating county offices and staff members through multicounty districts,” he wrote. “Programming and staffing will occur across district lines as dictated by community needs. The districts simply provide a mechanism for organizing and reporting on our relationships with community-based partners.” Volunteers needed to help during tax season Volunteers join the campaign every year to increase access to the Earned Income Tax Credit and to protect taxpayers from predatory tax services. The United Way and volunteer center also offers financial education and asset-building services to working families. Volunteering with the campaign is easy and rewarding, said Forbes. Community Action will train tax preparers in early January to become IRS-certified and provide support throughout tax season to ensure that they can properly handle clients’ needs. Volunteers only need to donate three hours a week from late January through April 15, she said, and no experience is required. For more information or to volunteer, visit www.youearnedit.org or contact the Barry County United Way and Volunteer Center at 269-945-4010 Cub Scout Pack 3175 Community Action operates free tax sites throughout Barry, Branch and Calhoun counties and connects individuals to the federal Earned Income Tax Credit, other tax credits, public benefits and asset-building resources. Other partners in providing free tax services to working families and people making less than $49,000 or the elderly are Barry Community Foundation, Barry County Commission on Aging and Barry County United Way and Volunteer Center. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Saturday, January 9th • 5-8 pm Menu Includes: Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Garlic Bread, Green Salad, Soft Drink and Dessert $ 6.00 Adults • $4.00 Children in the Walldorff Ballroom Corner of State & Jefferson Streets in Downtown Hastings 100% of Proceeds to Benefit Cub Pack 3175 Assisted Living Family Home 269-948-9842 www.river-ridge.biz All the amenities you need with the beauty you’ll love, all overlooking the Thornapple River. Careful Medicine Administration Insulin Shots Home Cooked Meals Assist with Bathing, Dressing, and other Personal Care Needs Laundry Cable Television Lifeline Bracelet and Service Home Nursing Available Private Room with Bath Transportation provided Reasonable rates 2301229-01 Wish to thank the following patrons, advertisers, and friends for their support in 2009. We look forward to your continuing support for our 2010 season, “Hometown, USA.” Patrons 2009 Doug & Norma Jean Acker Rose Anger & Jeff Kniaz Anonymous Michael & Charlotte Anton Jim & Mary Atkinson Lyle & Ruth Burch Mark & Margaret Christensen Gordon Cove Doug & Margaret DeCamp Terry & Marleah Dennison Dana DeVries Robert & Carol Dwyer Ed & Panda Englerth Tom & Lisa Evans Emma J Freeland Gordon & Willo Fuhr Virginia Gies Lincoln & MaryJo Gorsuch Richard Groos Hastings City Bank Tom & Bonnie Hildreth Evelyn Holzwarth Mark & Val Hurless Brad & Karin Johnson and Family Joan Kasinsky Jo & Bud Keller Robert King Joe & Patti LaJoye Jack & Judy Lenz Larry & Mary Martha Melendy Hugh & Carleen Overholt Jim & Peggy Peurach Mike & Kelly Pino and Family Norm and Carol Satterly Barbara Schondelmayer Patricia Scott-Snoor Walton Corey & Angie Seeber Dick & Marty Shaw Dale & Carol Svihl David & Judy Wills Craig & Shawn Winters Jim & Jill Wiswell Steve Youngs Advertisers 2009 Alpha Women’s Center Anne’s Health Foods Bosley Pharmacy Chaos Be Gone Community Music School County Seat Dig a Tree Scott Bloom, O.D. Edward Jones - Bob Knapp Troy Dalman Agency, Inc. – Farmers Insurance Group Gilmore Jewelers Gole Dental Hastings Orthopedic Maple Valley Pharmacy Mill’s Landing Pennock Health Services Reynolds Surveying River Bend Golf Stacey Garrison, DDS State Farm Insurance Tal Gearhart Superette Sydney Price CPA The Mexican Connexion Restaurante White’s Photography Special Thanks to John and Patti Czinder, Hastings Elks Lodge #1965, St. Rose, The Community Music School, WBCH, Dave McIntyre, and Jeff Goodrich, and J-ad Graphics. 07532194 Call 269-945-9554 to start getting all the news of Barry County. River Ridge 77541572 During a recession, low-income working families are hit hardest, especially during tax season. The Barry County United Way and Volunteer Center is recruiting volunteers to provide free tax preparation services to those who need it most. Volunteers can help out at tax sites within Barry County by acting as tax preparers, cash coaches and greeters. “During these difficult economic times, every tax refund dollar is providing economic stimulus to our city and region. These refunds circulate within our local economy, helping families, local businesses and utilities, as well as providing funds for tuition, home costs and savings,” said Lani Forbes, executive director of Barry County United Way. Each year, the volunteer income tax assistance (VITA) program brings in thousands of dollars in refunds to Barry County families. When it’s time to make tough decisions for your loved ones, choose... �Page 6 — Thursday, January 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Dave Holloway resigns as county ag agent by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Ginger Hentz, director of the Michigan State University Extension office in Barry County, has announced that Dave Holloway recently resigned from his position as the office’s agricultural and natural resource educator, a position he was hired to fill in November 2008. He served both Barry and Ionia counties. Hentz did not elaborate on the reason for Holloway’s sudden departure, but, in a correspondence on the matter, she expressed hope that he would succeed in future undertakings. “... We wish him well on his new ventures,” she wrote. According to Hentz, she currently is work- 77541684 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH The Baptism of our Lord, January 10 - Worship 8:00 & 10:45. Sunday School 9:30; Noisy Offering for Love, Inc.; High School Youth Group 6:30-8:30. Call Committee 12:00; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-9459414 or 945-2645; fax 269-9452698. http://www.discover-grace. org. Rev. Mike Kemper. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Saturday 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice; Noah’s Ark Sledding Party.. Monday - Knit Wits; 7 p.m. Ministry Night. Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study7 p.m. Deacons. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study 6 p.m. Great Start Meeting. Thursday - 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 B OSLEY 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 Area Obituaries ing with staff of the MSU Extension program to determine how best to address the recent vacancy. “We have a number of (agricultural) and (natural resource) educators that work in the region and who provide ongoing educational programming and assistance in Barry County; in the interim, we will be calling on these folks for support as needed,” she wrote. “We will work with our community partners to assure that essential ag programming already underway will continue.” As part of his duties, Holloway previously contributed to the Reminder, as part of a series of agricultural-based articles titled “Ag Update.” Hentz explained that, for now, the series will be written by staff at the office. Worship Together… GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. Florence M. Girrbach 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 HASTINGS - Florence M. (Sclater) Girrbach, age 79, of Hastings, passed away January 5, 2010 at her residence. She was born at home in Ecorse, on January 2, 1931, the daughter of James S. and Louise A. (Grant) Sclater. The family moved to River Rouge, in January 1936. Florence attended Ann Visger Elementary School through seventh grade, being active in both band and choir. She went on to River Rouge High School, where she was in the varsity band for five years. She was among the first few females that were accepted in an all male band. She and her lifelong friend, June Mecsey, were the first females to graduate as members of the marching orchestral band. She performed with the Michigan all-state band her senior year. Florence graduated June 18, 1948 as an honor student, being one of the top ten in her class. Prior to graduation, she worked at the Warehouse Grocery Supermarket as bookkeeper trainee and cashier. After graduation, she worked for the River Rouge Savings Bank as mortgage clerk and then mortgage teller until her marriage. Florence married Thomas C. Girrbach on August 11, 1951 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in River Rouge. They moved to New Jersey at Fort Monmouth where her husband was stationed in the U.S. Army. She returned home when he was shipped overseas to Korea. She then became a mother and homemaker. After his discharge from the service in 1954, they moved to Wyandotte, then returned to River Rouge in September 1958. In June 1966, they purchased the Walldorf-Sponable Funeral Home in Hastings where she continued to live until her death. Florence returned to the work force in 1970 at Hastings Mutual Insurance Company as secretary to the marketing manager (all seven children were now in school). She received the Certificate of General Insurance from the Insurance Institute of America in 1984. In May 1996, she retired as Sr. Marketing Assistant. Florence was a former member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church and their Rosary Altar Society in River Rouge. She was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Hastings. She served on the St. Rose Church Council, former member of the Knight’s Ladies, St. Monica’s Guild, and Rose’s Dustin Angels. She was also on the Board of Directors for the Hastings Chapter of the American Red Cross for 17 years, serving in the capacity of secretary, treasurer and combined office of secretary/treasurer. She enjoyed the following; her grandchildren in sports and other activities. She was an avid bowler, and her highest game bowled was a 277. She enjoyed crocheting, crossword puzzles, and Sudoku. Her family was her life, she loved being a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Florence was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas; her parents; daughter, Kathleen Schantz; grandson, Justin Schantz; brother, Robert Sclater and sister, Lorraine Monske. She is survived by sons, Timothy (Stephanie) Girrbach, Thomas (Kathleen) Girrbach, Jr., Ray (Deborah) Girrbach and Kenneth Girrbach, all of Hastings; daughters, Cynthia Girrbach of California and Sheri Girrbach of Hastings; grandchildren, Courtney Ziny, Alicia Kaufman, Heather Schultz, Callie Courtright, Tera Gigax, Adam Schantz, Thomas Girrbach III, Chad Girrbach, Kyle Girrbach, Richard Nevins, Kevin Schantz, Haley Girrbach, Breanna Girrbach, Kristen Peplinski, Lindsi Kenyon, Allyson Nevins, Abigail Girrbach; greatgrandchildren, Zack, Zoey, Carleigh, Steven, Tylar, Madelynn, Graden, Cole, Jake; brothers, James (Bette) Sclater of Trenton and Richard (MaryAnn) Sclater of Allen Park; in-law survivors, son-in-law, Stanley Schantz; former daughters-in-law, Robin Girrbach and Tamara Girrbach. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Rose Church Building Fund or St Rose School, 805 S. Jefferson, Hastings, MI 49058. Visitation will be held Friday, January 8, 24 and 6-8 p.m. with a Rosary at 5:30 p.m., at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, January 9, 2010 at 11 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Hastings, Father Alfred J. Russell, celebrant. Burial will be at Hastings Township Cemetery. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net) Margaret J. O’Laughlin Maxine N. Fedewa HASTINGS - Margaret J. O'Laughlin age 89 of Hastings, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, January 1, 2010 at Thornapple Manor in Hastings. She was born June 26, 1920 in Baltimore Township, the daughter of Floyd H. and Bertha M. (Whitworth) Garrison. She graduated from Hastings High School in 1938. Margaret was married to Terrence K. O'Laughlin August 9, 1940. He preceded her in death February 19, 2001. She was a member of the Hope United Methodist Church. She served as president and secretary of the United Methodist Women. Margaret enjoyed writing and published the neighborhood newsletter for 20 years. She also wrote letters to many service men and women that were serving our country during serveral war time periods. She was a volunteer at Pennock Hospital and Thornapple Manor. She enjoyed crocheting, reading, family tree history and traveling. She was preceded in death by her husband, Terrence; granddaughter, Penny Plaunt; her parents; her siblings, Mayme Parmele, Helen Garrison, infant brother and sister and foster sister; Hortense Palmer. Margaret is survived by her daughter, Helen (Larry) Plaunt of Hastings; sons, Ronald (Ellen) O'Laughlin of Grand Rapids, Vaughan (Carol) O'Laughlin of New Boston, Douglas (Karen) O'Laughlin of West Palm Beach, FL; 12 grandchildren; nine greatgrandchildren; 11 step-great grandchildren and one step-great-great grandson. Memorial contributions can be made to Hope United Methodist Church, Barry Community Hospice or St. Labree Indian School in Ashland, MO. Funeral services were held Tuesday, January 5, 2010 at the Hope United Methodist Church in Hastings. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbach funeralhome.net) HASTINGS - Maxine N. Fedewa, age 88 of Hastings, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at her daughter's residence in Paw Paw. She was born January 18, 1921 in Yankee Springs Township, the daughter of Lester V. and Nettie E. (Converse) Powers. She graduated from Middleville High School in 1938. She continued her education in 1968 at Kellogg Community College where she received her LPN degree in 1971. Maxine retired from nursing in 1983. She was a member of St Rose of Lima Catholic Church and the Alter Society. Maxine enjoyed reading, cross stitch and her flower garden. Maxine is survived by her daughters, Betty (Hank) Kaiser of Arizona, Peg (Joe) Oreskovich of Paw Paw, Linda (Larry) Palmer of Middleville, Maxine Krill of Kalamazoo and many grandchildren; sisters, Barbara Herndon of Gun Lake, Francis (Gene) Bennett of Hopkins. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Donald; daughter, Sally Barnhart; grandson, Andrew Krill and half sister June Kates. Memorial contributions can be made to Hospice Care of South West Michigan, 801 Hazen St, Suite A, Paw Paw, MI 49079. A funeral mass was held Monday, January 4, 2010, at St. Rose of Lima Church in Hastings. Father Alfred J. Russell, celebrant. Burial was at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Hastings. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbach funeralhome.net) Louise Ester Strange MIDDLEVILLE - Louise Ester Strange, age 95, of Middleville, formerly of Detroit, went to be with her Lord Thursday, December 31, 2009. Born September 12, 1914, to Allen and Clara (Weik) Ayris, she was in the first graduating class (1928) of Mackenzie High School, Detroit, and received her bachelor of science degree from Wayne State University in 1932. She taught social studies in the Detroit schools until she met and married her beloved late husband, Cyril A. Strange, on August 13, 1938. From that moment on until her children were grown, she devoted her life and love to her husband and family, Elizabeth R. Lepak of Hastings, Carroll (Yvonne) Strange of Columbia, TN and Margaret (Raymond) Weidner of Forest, VA., and her dear mother, Clara. Later she also enjoyed a period in retail sales of draperies at a small shop in Birmingham, MI. Louise took pride in her lovely gardens, the clothing she made for her family and her beautiful needlework. She golfed and bowled with her husband well into their 80s. Reading and writing were passions and she especially enjoyed corresponding with friends and family. She authored several short histories for various organizations including the PTA in which she took an active role while her children were in grade school. She was a faithful member of the Episcopal Church, baptized and married at St. John's Episcopal Church, downtown Detroit, later moving the family worship to St. Martha's Episcopal Church on Detroit's west side. Her last years have been spent in the loving care of the fine people at Carveth Village in Middleville, where she spent many contented hours. Besides her three children, she is survived by six grandchildren, Kristi Orlik, Sarah (Roy) Hall, Devon and Derek Weidner and Jonathon and Laura Strange. A memorial service was held at Sts. Andrew and Matthias Independent Anglican Church, located in Irving, on Wednesday, January 6, 2010. Memorial contributions may be made to Carveth Village, Barry Community Hospice or Sts. Andrew and Matthias Church. "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified... for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you." Deut.31:6. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net) �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 7, 2010 — Page 7 Vermontville Township board moving forward with offices in opera house by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer The Vermontville Township Board voted to pursue transforming fire station No. 2 into township offices at its meeting Tuesday night. The fire station is located on the east side of the lower level of the opera house and is currently used for storage. Supervisor Jack Owens made a motion to move forward with the project, put together a project package to solicit bids and set aside $10,000 for the cost of the project. Funding for the offices would come from money that was designated for a new roof on the opera house. The township’s insurance carrier, however, footed the bill for the roof, which was damaged earlier in the year by a hailstorm. The coverage left the township with $20,000 in the opera house fund without any designation. Trustee Blair Miller was the only opposing vote on the motion and said he would like to see project specifications put together before a certain amount of money is set aside for the project. “I think we’re headed in the right way, trying to get offices for us,” said Building and Grounds Committee Member and Trustee Brian Moore. “I just think it’s the right way to go.” Owens said volunteer work will help keep the cost of the project down. The board also discussed installation of a handicap ramp on the south side of the opera house. Clerk Sharon Stewart brought drawings of ramp options that were drafted by Amy Laverty when the opera house was renovated in the 1990s. Treasure JoeAnn Nehmer has been working with Rep. Mark Schaur to obtain grant funding for the project but said she could not move forward until the cost of the project is known. Miller said several options for the design of the ramp were discussed at the Eaton County Social News Historical Conference. Owens asked Miller and Nehmer to work together on a committee for the project, though Nehmer declined. “No, I don’t want to be on the committee. I have enough to do,” said Nehmer. “I’m not going to do the footwork.” Stewart volunteered to work with Miller on ramp options, and the topic was tabled until the next meeting for further discussion. Ambulance Director Dan Sowles reported to the board that an EMT employee has not completed the necessary classes to earn her license and can no longer be part of the department. The person in question, however, has been responding and taking part in calls for the department during the past few months. Sowles said the employee has not attended the two previous ambulance association meetings, so he has not been in contact with her. Sowles said a letter has been written that will be sent to her residence informing her that she is no longer an employee of the department. She has, however, participated in fire runs “ S t r etchi n g ” “Your repair dollars go further at” as recently as Dec. 14, and Stewart said she received a payroll request this month for the employee in the amount of $77. The employee has been with the department for more than two years and attended an EMT course paid for by the township but apparently failed to finish or pass the course. Sowles said he will continue to try to make contact with her, “One, that she needs to reimburse the township, and two, she is no longer on the ambulance payroll.” At the meeting, the township board also: • Heard a report from Eaton County Sheriff’s Deputy Brian Peacock. Since the previous township meeting, 36 calls for service originated in Vermontville Township. Those calls included eight car/deer accidents, three cars in the ditch, one domestic incident, one hit-and-run accident, one personal injury accident and three traffic stops. • Read a letter from Lorraine Miller, wife of Trustee Miller, asking about the cost of using a lawyer by Supervisor Owens. The township recently had a case go before the tax THISS AUTO Hastings • Mechanical Repairs & Service Best Value! up to 5 qts oil 1488 $ • Lube, Oil & Filter from • Wheel Alignment CORRECTIONS: The Hope Township Planning Commission is scheduled for January 21, 2010 at 7:00 P.M. The Hope Township phone number is 948-2464. 77541972 $ from 2995 NOTICE TO RESIDENTS Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic • Collision & Auto Body Repair Insurance or Customer Pay 2295 South M-37 Hwy., Hastings (269) 948-3387 Dennis Thiss, Owner Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP 2461 Heath Road, Hastings 77542009 TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING DATES FOR 2010 2ND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT 7:30 P.M., UNLESS OTHERWISE POSTED • NOTICE • Myron Campbell to celebrate 90th birthday Myron Campbell will be celebrating his 90th birthday on January 29, 2010. Those who wish to send cards may send them to: 308 E. Orchard, Delton, MI 49046. Curtis-Lancaster Sarah Marie Curtis, daughter of Jill BakerYoung and Stephen Curtis of Delton, MI, is engaged to Dustin Timothy Lancaster, son of Diane Lancaster of Delton, MI and the late Timothy Lancaster. The bride-to-be is a 2005 graduate of Delton Kellogg High School and a 2009 graduate of Everest. She is employed as a bookkeeper at Otto Kihm in Kalamazoo, MI. The groom-to-be is a 2002 graduate of Delton Kellogg High School and a 2008 graduate of PC Pro Schools. He is currently employed with CT Services as an IT specialist. A July 2010 wedding is planned. Marriage Licenses Betty Cappon 85th birthday celebrated Betty Cappon celebrated her 85th birthday on December 9, 2009. The family of Betty Cappon would like to honor her 85th birthday with a card shower. Steven Ambrose Allen, Freeport and Amber Elissa Crisher, Middleville. Matthew Lee Bernard, Dowling and Tiffany Marie Selcz, Dowling. Travis Alan Dykstra, Hastings and Heidi Jo VanderHeide, Middleville. Andrew Dee Knight, Hastings and Marsha Ann Hampton, Richland. Steven Thomas Stadler, Grand Rapids and Catherine Mary Bell, Hastings. Newborn Babies RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP 2010 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS JANUARY 13 MARCH 10 MAY 12 JULY 14 SEPTEMBER 8 NOVEMBER 10 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: The Rutland Charter Township Planning Commission will meet the second Tuesday and third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m., unless otherwise posted. 77541690 CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS NOTICE TO ACCEPT BIDS The City of Hastings, Michigan is soliciting sealed proposals for a replacement scum pump for its Waste Water Treatment Plant located at 225 North Cass Street. Specifications are available from the Office of the City Clerk at 201 East State Street, Hastings. RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP BOARD The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: The Rutland Charter Township Board is now accepting bids for cement flatwork, which includes removal of the existing sidewalk located at the side door on the east side of the Township Hall, to be replaced with ADA compliant sidewalk and ramps. The Township Hall is located at 2461 Heath Road, Hastings. Proposals will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 9:00 AM, on Friday, February 5, 2010 at which time they will be publicly opened. All bidders must carry their own insurance and have their own equipment. Bids will be accepted by mail or at the Township Hall, located at 2461 Heath Road, Hastings. All bids must be submitted by February 3, 2010, at 12:00 p.m. Proposals must be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package - “WWTP Scum Pump”. The Rutland Charter Township Board reserves the right to reject any bids submitted that do not meet the boards approval. 77541966 77541995 Certified Financial Planning Senior Citizens Randy Teegardin, CFP.® 62 & Over Independent Living Hastings City Bank Trust and Investment Group 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments, “no smoking” community, heat, water, sewer, trash disposal included. Rent is based on income. 269-945-2401 150 W. Court St. Hastings, MI 49058 500 Lincoln St., Middleville 77541661 Thomas Emery City Clerk 77541896 Jim Carr, Supervisor Rutland Charter Township 2461 Heath Road, Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 948-2194 Investment opportunities include non deposit investments which are: Not FDIC Insured Not Bank Guaranteed May Lose Value 269-795-7715 ® THORNAPPLE MANOR The In Hastings Is seeking a full-time I/T SYSTEMS SUPPORT 77528605 Position for computer, phones, and related technologies. This person will also be responsible for administration and maintenance of copiers, printers, etc. Experience with terminal services preferred, but not required. Must have excellent communication skills and be able to work in a team setting. Microsoft certification is helpful. You may e-mail resume to: haneyda@thornapplemanor.com Fax to Human Resources: 269-948-0265 Or Apply at our office M-F 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058. EOE No phone calls please. 06705214 ***** Emma Sherrie, born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 22, 2009 at 6 p.m. to Jesalyn Sanders and Jimmy Lane of Delton. Weighing 7 lbs. 15 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Aubrey Jillian, born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 22, 2009 at 2:19 a.m. to Clint and Jill Messer of Gun Lake. Weighing 8 lbs. 3 ozs. and 20 1/2 inches long. ***** Delilah Jane, born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 22, 2009 at 1 a.m. to Dominique and William Fletcher of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 11 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Graden Timothy, born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 23, 2009 at 7:05 a.m. to Andrew and Callie Courtright of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 14 ozs. and 20 inches long. Proud grandparents are Tim and Stephanie Girrbach of Hastings and Phil and Lona Courtright of Hastings. ***** Tyler Jake, born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 16, 2009 at 5:54 p.m. to Lindsey and Travis Adrion of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 15 ozs. and 21.5 inches long. FEBRUARY 10 APRIL 14 JUNE 9 AUGUST 11 OCTOBER 13 DECEMBER 8 77541687 Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Rutland Charter Township 2461 Heath Road, Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 948-2194 LINCOLN MEADOW APARTMENTS Isabella Jade, born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 19, 2009 at 1:30 a.m. to Danielle Russell and Nicholas Miller of Lake Odessa. Weighing 6 lbs. 14 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Logan Christopher, born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 18, 2009 at 10:23 p.m. to Nicole (Hesterly) and Don Smith of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 6 ozs. and 19 1/2 inches long. ***** Parker Anthony, born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 17, 2009 at 7:41 p.m. to Erika Heath and John Benedict of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 1 oz. and 20 inches long. ***** Jesslynn Marie, born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 20, 2009 at 3:41 a.m. to Jon Purdum and Letitia Jordan of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 9 ozs. and 19 1/2 inches long. ***** Landon Scott, born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 21, 2009 to Amber Davis and Billy Holtrust of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 7 ozs. and 22 inches long. ***** Chevy Lee, born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 21, 2009 at 7:26 p.m. to Pamela and Chad Thurber of Dowling. Weighing 6 lbs. 4 ozs. and 19 1/2 inches long. tribunal, and Owens used the township’s attorney during the case for a total cost of $992.55. “I don’t think it’s fair to spend taxpayers’ money until Mr. Owens has brought it before the board,” read the letter. “After that meeting, he hired the attorney even though the attorney said he did not have to be at the hearing since the township was going to win anyway.” Owens addressed the letter and accusations during the second public comment portion of the meeting. “That was my first tax tribunal, and I didn’t want to screw it up,” said Owens. “In the township book, it says that as the supervisor you are the legal representative of the township ... It was out of the assessor’s hands since it was a back-taxes issue. It was not an assessor issue, so he said you might want to get an attorney.” The next township meeting will be Jan. 28 at 7 p.m. in the opera house. �Page 8 — Thursday, January 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa The Ionia County Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, Jan. 9, at 1 p.m. at the Freight House in Lake Odessa. Visitors are welcome. The Lake Odessa Area Historical Society will meet Thursday, Jan. 14, at 7 p.m. The next major event for the Depot Complex will be the annual quilt and textile show held later in January. The VFW auxiliary will hold its monthly Write Us A Letter HERE ARE THE RULES: The Hastings Banner welcomes letters to the editor from readers, but there are a few conditions that must be met before they will be published. The requirements are: • All letters must be signed by the writer, with address and phone number provided for verification. All that will be printed is the writer’s name and community of residence. 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SCHEDULE OF REGULAR MEETINGS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARDS 2010 All township meetings are held at the township hall unless otherwise noticed. TOWNSHIP BOARD: Regular scheduled meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. unless otherwise posted. January 13 February 10 March 10 April 14 May 12 June 9 July 14 August 11 September 8 October 13 November 10 December 8 PLANNING BOARD: Regular scheduled meetings are held on the 3rd Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. unless otherwise posted. January 20 February 17 March 17 April 21 May 19 June 16 July 21 August 18 September 15 October 20 November 17 December 15 flea market on Jan. 8 and 9 with tables to rent. Hours are 9-5. Movies scheduled at the Ionia theater include: Jan. 7, Big Bend National Park; Jan. 14, Alaska and Hawaii; Jan. 21, Michigan’s Winter Wonderland; Jan. 28, World Wonders. These are free travel movies. The Ionia County Historical Society sponsors the showings at the Ionia Community Theater. The Tri River Museum group will meet Jan. 19 at the Bowne Township Hall on Alden Nash Avenue at 10 a.m. The Yonkers couple hosted their extended family on New Year’s Day with their children and many grandchildren coming from El Salvador, California, Indiana, Hastings, Sunfield and Lake odessa. Newest member of the family was daughter number four of Trena (Yonkers) and husband who came from El Salvador to spend time with her family in Michigan and her husband’s family in the Chicago area. Betty Carey hosted her family Saturday, Jan. 2, with 23 present. The youngest member was the new grandson of Larry and Debbie Winkler. The Bob Warners hosted the Thunder Floor Cloggers and others on New Year’s Day with a midday potluck meal followed by music by the 15 or so musicians who came from Lowell, Middleville and elsewhere. There were fiddles, dulcimers, banjos, guitars, and more. From time to time, the music inspired some of the crowd to add some clogging to the mix. Among the people attending were Priscilla Lane of Lansing and Bob and Shelley Hudson and daughter of Ada. The newest neighbors on Johnson Street joined in. The meal included Hoppin’ John, a typical southern dish intended to bring good luck to those who partake with the blackeyed peas included, along with the rice and spices. Central UMC concluded its series of Advent messages with the sixth sermon entitled the “Revelatory Epiphany.” Three carols concluded the Christmas theme. COUNTY’S FIRST BABY, continued from page 1 explaining that every time she inhaled, the baby would go back in a couple of centimeters. Within a couple hours after giving birth, Jena was able to walk around. The next day, she thanked a friend who had wished her a happy and quick delivery. Brent and Jena, who both grew up in Illinois, met in Chicago. After knowing each other only six months, Brent asked her, “Do you want to move to Michigan?” After she said “yes,” he asked his next question: “Do you want to get married?” They were married on June 20, 2008. They moved to Barry County, with which they said they have fallen in love. Jena will be returning to school in the summer, and she plans to home-school her children through the fifth grade. After that, Brent plans to be a stay-athome dad. Ears of corn — and toes and bellies by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters It’s a world-famous grass, and it’s crucial to our bellies. It’s called Zea mays by botanists; rockheads like me call it corn. Compared to many plants, it’s excellent at tolerating drought and heat — almost in a class by itself in that regard. Corn is obviously at the heart of corn muffins and tortillas, but you likely eat more corn in the form of corn-based sweetener in “junk food” and sweet drinks than directly as corn meal. Processed corn also gives us corn oil and coatings that are used in packaged foods. But it might surprise you to learn that if you went to a standard supermarket, shopped, and then had eggs for breakfast, chicken salad for lunch and beef for dinner, you essentially would be eating corn at each and every meal. That’s because chickens these days eat corn – on their way to producing eggs and meat for us – and modern steers gulp down corn in feedlots. In short, the 21st Century American diet is built on corn. You don’t have to trace grain through the food supply to prove that statement. We can even demonstrate it by taking a chemical analysis of our bodies. Here’s why the chemical analysis works: Zea mays is quite a different plant from other grasses such as wheat. It has a different way of capturing carbon dioxide from the air. Now, as it happens, there are several kinds of carbon atoms in this world. They are all carbon, but they have slightly different weights (called isotopes in the trade). The carbon in corn has a different ratio of isotopes than the carbon of wheat because of the differences in the way the two plants “breathe in” carbon dioxide and water from the air. So wheat, in this sense, really is different from corn, and a human body made of eating wheat is ever so slightly different from a human body made of eating corn. We literally are what we eat (which makes me a walking blob of peanut butter, but that’s another story). Long ago, we grew a lot of wheat in the Midwest. But we switched to growing corn. The reason for that is industrial farming methods; corn can be grown in the American Midwest in great abundance. It’s an accident, if you will, that Zea mays does so very, very well in our Midwest. But flourish it does, and with fertilizers derived largely from fossil fuels, we can grow prodigious amounts of corn. Part of the complex story of King Corn is sketched in a book by Michael Pollan called The Omnivore’s Dilemma. Later this month, the author will visit Washington State University where I work. He’ll field our questions about everything from industrial agriculture to corn genetics. I’m rereading parts of Pollan’s book a second time prior to his visit. If you are looking for something to give you one person’s view of modern agriculture, the book can be fun. To be sure, it’s the kind of book that only starts a discussion — not finishes one. One point to remember is that the American farmer has fed millions and millions of people both here and overseas. Part of the recipe for that accomplishment has been the success of Zea mays right in the middle of our continent. We’ve built a lot on an unusual grass — and have been inventive in all that we do with its byproducts. The question now is how much do we like the current system, with its drawbacks and advantages and do we really want to make changes toward more diversification in our agricultural base. To do that, we all have to think through how we’d like to cook and eat, and what we want to pay for our meals. The issues are so complex I’m certainly glad it’s not up to geologists to decide them. But all of us, together as citizens and consumers, determine such matters. So if you are looking for some post-dinner armchair travels through the food supply on long winter evenings, Pollan’s book is one way to begin. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard universities. Follow her on the Web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Sciences at Washington State University. PARKS BOARD: Regular scheduled meetings are held on the 4th Monday at 7:00 p.m. unless otherwise posted. January 25 February 22 March 22 April 26 May 24 June 28 July 26 August 23 September 27 October 25 November 22 December 27 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS: Scheduled meetings are held on the 1st Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. based on application for hearing and need to meet basis. January 6 May 5 September 1 February 3 June 2 October 6 March 3 July 7 November 3 April 7 August 4 December 1 Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES LIBRARY BOARD: Meetings are held the 1st Tuesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at the Delton Library 77541974 PUBLIC NOTICE BARRY COUNTY TRANSIT PROPOSED STATE AND FEDERAL APPLICATION FOR OPERATING AND/OR CAPITAL ASSISTANCE All citizens are advised that Barry County Transit has prepared an application for State of Michigan financial assistance for Fiscal Year 2011 as required under Act 51 of the Public Acts of 1951, as amended, and for Federal assistance as required under the Federal Transit Act, as amended. Barry County Transit is requesting a total of $598,216.00 through the following sources. Funding Sources Operating Amount Capital Per Project Total Amount State Formula Operating $324,674 N/A $324,674 Federal Operating $146,041 N/A $148,042 $72,000 (2) Vans $10,500 brake lathe $43,000 facility repair $125,000 Federal/State Capital Total $598,216 Barry County Transit ensures that the level and quality of transportation service is provided without regard to race, color or national origin in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. For more information regarding our Title IV obligations or to file a complaint please contact us at the address given below. The proposed application is on file at Barry County Transit, 1216 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 and may be reviewed during a 30-day period, January 9, 2010 - February 8, 2010 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Written comments regarding the application and/or written requests for a public hearing to review the application must be received by February 8, 2010. If a hearing is requested, notice of the scheduled date, time and location will be provided at least 10 days in advance. Submittals should be sent to Barry County Transit, 1216 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. 77541997 Time to make New Year's financial resolutions Like many people, you may make some New Year’s resolutions. Perhaps you’ve promised yourself that you’ll visit the gym more often or learn a new language or reconnect with a long-lost friend. All of these are worthy goals, of course, and if you achieve them, you may add new dimensions to your life. But if you want to accomplish other major milestones you may have envisioned — a new home, college for your kids, a comfortable retirement and so on — you may need to set some New Year’s financial resolutions. What type of financial resolutions should you make? Here are a few ideas to consider: • Contribute as much as you can afford to your 401(k). Take full advantage of your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan. Your contributions are typically tax deductible and your earnings grow on a tax-deferred basis. Every time you get a boost in salary, try to increase the amount going into your 401(k), but at the very least, contribute enough to earn the employer’s match, if one is offered. In 2010, the contribution limit for 401(k) plans is $16,500, or $22,000 if you’re age 50 or over, although both these limits may increase if they are indexed for inflation. • “Max out” on your IRA. Even if you have a 401(k), you’re probably still eligible to contribute to an IRA. A traditional IRA grows tax deferred, while a Roth IRA’s earnings are tax free, provided you’ve had your account at least five years and don’t start taking withdrawals until you’re 59-1/2. (Your ability to contribute to a Roth IRA is based on your income.) You can fund your IRA with virtual- ly any type of investment. In 2010, you can put in up to $5,000 to your IRA, or $6,000 if you’re age 50 or older, although, as was the case with your 401(k), these limits may go higher if they’re indexed for inflation. • Rebalance your investments as needed. Over time, your goals and risk tolerance can change. That’s why it’s a good idea to review and rebalance your portfolio at least once a year, possibly with the help of a professional financial advisor who is familiar with your situation. • Avoid “emotional” investing. Don’t make decisions based on emotional reactions to what’s happening with your investments. For example, just because the price of an investment may have dropped significantly, it doesn’t mean you should rush to sell it. Despite the price drop, it may still have good prospects and it might be an important part of your investment strategy. Consider all factors before making “buy” or “sell” decisions. • Keep sufficient cash in your portfolio — During the long bear market of 2008 and early 2009, many investors discovered that they lacked enough cash in their portfolios. Of course, you need enough cash on hand to meet unexpected expenses without dipping into long-term investments. But beyond that, the presence of cash and short-term, more liquid investments can help reduce the volatility in a portfolio that may sometimes be battered by both the stock and bond markets. These financial resolutions, like all types of New Year’s resolutions, may not be easy to keep. But if you can stick with them, you may have many happy new years in the future. This article was written by Edward Jones on behalf of your Edward Jones financial advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 19.80 -.05 AT&T 28.44 +.10 CMS Energy Corp 15.74 -.20 Coca-Cola Co 56.35 -1.39 Dow Chemical Co 30.48 +1.84 Exxon Mobil 69.42 +.58 Family Dollar Stores 27.49 -.40 First Financial Bancorp 13.91 -1.29 Flowserve CP 98.09 +1.43 Ford Motor Co 10.96 +.85 Intl Bus Machine 130.85 -1.00 JCPenney Co 27.18 +.15 Johnson & Johnson 63.93 -1.01 Kellogg Co 52.95 -1.03 McDonald’s Corp 62.30 -1.29 Pfizer Inc 18.66 +.10 Sears Holding 87.20 +2.49 Spartan Motors 6.45 +.89 TCF Financial 13.53 -.14 Walmart Stores 53.69 -.42 Gold $1118.50 +20.40 Silver $17.80 +.70 Dow Jones Average 10572.02 +26.61 Volume on NYSE 1.1B +1.3M �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 7, 2010 — Page 9 Top local stories of the decade Some of the top news subjects have remained the same during the past decade. Hopes for the Gun Lake Tribe to build a casino near Bradley have dominated the top stories’ list in many of the past 10 years. The dreams for a new Hastings Public Library were prevalent top stories and now the building is finally finished, but the story goes on with many activities featured every week. Political issues are always with us year after year; only the ‘characters’ change. The following is a list of top local stories for our readers to reminisce about: 2000 1. Elections, national, state and local, including the race for state representative between retired Michigan State Police Commander Gary Newell and veteran County Board of Commissioners Chairman Jim Bailey. 2. The long-awaited opening of the new animal shelter. 3. The arrest of police officer Terry Johnson for home invasion in Nashville. 4. The Hastings City Council’s 5-4 vote not to renew the contract of City Manager Howard Penrod. 5. The passage of a millage request for Thornapple Manor. 6. The continuing drive for a new Hastings library facility, which had to change plans regarding its location and size (downsized). 7. The bizarre appearance of numerous dead fish floating on the surface of Jordan Lake near Lake Odessa. 8. Two stories tied for eighth place: The retirements of longtime supervisors Richard Thomas of Hastings Charter Township and Robert Edwards of Rutland Charter Township. And the agreement finally signed by Rutland Township and the City of Hastings to permit and regulate extension of city sewer and water into a specific district within the township. 10. The controversy over a book about fossils in the Thornapple Kellogg school library, which one school board member objected to because it dated the age of the Earth in conflict with religious teachings. 2001 1. Barry County reacts to Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. 2. Nashville resident Michael Komejean charged in Internet child porn case. 3. J-Ad Graphics Sports Editor Jim Jensen dies. 4. Tragic fire kills four members of the Schutte family in Delton. 5. Middleville girls win third straight crosscountry state title. 6. National recession causes layoffs at local companies. 7. Barry County’s telephone area code to change from 616 to 269. 8. Traffic accidents claim lives of three Hastings teens. 9. Barry County Historical Society President Mike Hook charged with stalking. 10. Two stories tied for tenth place: Gun Lake Tribe tries to bring casino to Bradley, and October storms cause heavy damage in Southeast Barry County. 2002 1. The Gun Lake Tribe’s continuing battle to try to build a casino near Bradley. 2. A collection of drug abuse stories, including two drug-related deaths and an increase in meth labs. 3. Construction underway for a new BarryEaton District Health Department and Barry County Commission on Aging building, both on West Woodlawn in Hastings. 4. Local and state economic troubles, including the closing of McCormick Industries in Delton, which once had 600 employees. 5. Charlton Park Director Peter Forsberg resigns. 6. Construction begins on new community recreation center in Hastings. 7. Hastings library site issue remains unresolved. 8. County-wide farmland preservation ordinance is passed. 9. Elections demonstrate continuing and increasing dominance by Republican party. 10. Sewer extension for Wal-Mart approved and sewer battles involving the Southwest Barry County Sewer Authority continue to brew. 2003 1. The impact of Michigan’s budget troubles on local school districts. (Two stories tied for first place). 2. A series of controversial appointments and non-appointments by the Barry County Board of Commissioners to positions on volunteer boards or commissions. (Tied for first place) 3. The four-vote victory by Robert May over Barry Wood in the closest Hastings mayoral race ever. 4. Continuing activities of the Gun Lake Tribe to have a casino near Bradley. 5. The sale, auction and demolition of the historic Bay Pointe Restaurant at Gun Lake. 6. The Hastings Public Library’s plans to build a new facility on East Mill Street are abandoned because of public opposition. The Library Board is negotiating for a site next to City Hall on East State Street. 7. The recall of Rutland Charter Township Supervisor Roger Vilmont and subsequent election of Jim Carr to replace him. 8. The firing of John Hislop as emergency management director of Barry County. 9. The retirement of Probate Judge Richard Shaw, who has made a strong impact on the judicial system in Barry County. 10. The explosion at the Orangeville Township home of Bruce and Linda Wyatt, causing their deaths. 2004 1. William Doherty’s election victory over an appointed incumbent for probate judge. 2. Dar Leaf’s triumph over the incumbent county sheriff in the Aug. 3 primary. 3. The election defeat of Barry County Board of Commissioners’ members Jeff MacKenzie and Kenneth Neil. 4. Local Democratic and Republican leaders announce a 12-step program of proposed reforms in county government. 5. Gov. Jennifer Granholm’s appointment of local attorney Stephanie Fekkes to replace retiring Probate Judge Richard Shaw and the controversy that ensued over “appointments vs. anointments.” 6. The secret April 14 meeting of five county commissioners and several county-elected officials in Baltimore Township. 7. The closing of Viatec after 40 years in Hastings, affecting more than 50 local employees. 8. The apparent split in the Barry County Republican Party, between a traditional faction favoring the status quo and a group of “mavericks” led by retiring chairman Mark Englerth. 9. The defeat of the proposed farmland preservation millage in the Nov. 2 general election. 10. Three stories tied for tenth place: The sensationalized story of Pennock Hospital employee Gordon Andrew Shaw, who pleaded no contest to attempted fourth degree criminal sexual conduct with a patient, the continuing saga of the Gun Lake Band of Pottawatomi’s plans to have a gambling casino built, and the new Hastings City Bank facility. 2005 1. Barry County Prosecutor Gordon Shane McNeill resigns 2. Capital campaign to build new public library in Hastings becomes wildly successful 2. Hastings Manufacturing files for bankruptcy, is sold. 4. Stephanie Fekkes returns as city attorney 5. Battle to bring casino to Gun Lake area continues. 6. Barry County Transit, Thornapple Manor see successful millage elections. 7. Woodland Township Trustee Clark faces legal challenges after shooting incident. 8. Middleville Village Council squabbles, has trouble among membership 8. Castleton Township Board members’ raises are rolled back 10. Tyden Seal, the oldest local industry, is sold. 2006 1. Charlton Park millages in August, November soundly defeated. 2. Two county board incumbents defeated, one retires. 3. Interim county prosecutor Julie Nakfoor Pratt is defeated by Thomas Evans, who had been fired by the previous prosecutor. 4. Five of the six area school districts get new superintendents after resignations, dismissals. 4. Hastings Manufacturing, Bliss are making comebacks. 6. The 100-year old Tyden Seal was by its new owner. 7. Groups file lawsuit to block Gun Lake Band of Pottawatomi Indians from putting Scholarship applications online The Barry Community Foundation (BCF) and Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation’s (TAEF) online scholarship application process opened Jan. 1. Anyone interested in applying for academic scholarships should go to www.barrycf.org to review the scholarship requirements to begin the application process. Applications will be accepted until April 1. Students will need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to complete the BCF/TAEF online application. Scholarships are available for traditional and non-traditional students, according to the specifications set by each fund listed on the Web site. Students can sort scholarships via school district by selecting the corresponding option on the new Barry County map feature. In order to complete the online scholarship application, students will need a valid e-mail address, a three-by-five-inch or smaller photograph of the student, an official transcript, essay content (start this in a Microsoft Word document then copy and paste content into the application.) Additional documents, such as letters of recommendation may be required and will be noted on each scholarship. These must be original signed documents and included with the complete printed application. One printed copy of the completed online application must to be mailed to the Barry Community Foundation, 629 W. State St., Suite 201, Hastings, MI 49058. All applications are due to the Barry Community Foundation on April 1 by 5 p.m. Contact Erin Welker at 269-945-0526 or by e-mail to erin@barrycf.org with further questions. Apply for scholarships online at www.barrycf.org or www.thornapplefoundation.org. proposed casino land into a federal trust. 8. Walldorff Brewpub and Bistro opens in downtown Hastings. 9. Ethanol plant in Woodbury opens. 10. Pennock CEO Harry Doele resigns. 2007 1. Retail stories took top billing, including the sale of locally-owned Felpausch Food Centers to Spartan Stores of Grand Rapids and the announcement of Wal-Mart’s plans to open a store in Rutland Charter Township. 2. Barry County voters approve renewing millage to help operate Historic Charlton Park for three years. The same proposal was defeated twice in 2006. 3. Pennock Hospital officials announce plans to build a new hospital outside Hastings city limits. 4. Barry County 911 Director Charlie Nystrom resigns his post. 5. The decision to preserve the former Hastings Library building. 6. The opening of the new Hastings Public Library. 7. The change in athletic seasons for high school girls and boys. 8. Michael Callton elected chairman of the Barry County Board of Commissioners and the election of new commissioners. 9. Dreisbach Pontiac GMC dealership in Hastings closes its doors. 10. The completion of a new rehabilitation wing at Thornapple Manor and some patient room upgrades finished. 2008 1. Discovery of embezzlement at Barry County Clerk’s office leads to investigation, resignation and charges. 2. Plumb’s grocery store closes unexpectedly. 3. Hastings Board of Education votes to close Pleasantview Elementary School in Lacey. 4. Pennock officials plan to relocate to the Ferris farm on the corner of M-37 and M-43. 5. Washtenaw County jury finds Orange Amir Taylor III guilty on all counts in the December 2006 murder of Hastings native Laura Dickinson at Eastern Michigan University. 6 Hastings Education Association boycotts the annual Business Industry and Education luncheon to protest its lack of a contract with the school district and appear at school board meetings to protest, sometimes dressing in black. 7.Woodbury ethanol plant files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. 8 Tie. Barry County feels snubbed by the City of Hastings’ sale of the former library building to a Grand Rapids developer; results of the 2008 primary. 9. Hastings City Clerk Tom Emery’s behavior at city hall draws fire. 10. Tie. Hastings Planning Commission approves Walgreens site plan; Jessica Price’s appearance on “America’s Got Talent.” 2009 1. Gun Lake Tribe breaks ground for new casino 2. Hastings Area School s give raises, struggle with finances 3. Sagging economy causes businesses to close 4. Barry Township Police Chief takes his own life, reasons investigated 5. Delton Kellogg Schools and Pennock Health Services opt for privatization 6. Construction of new Pennock Hospital postponed indefinitely 7. Middleville baby-sitting debacle gains national attention 8. Family Fare opens in Hastings 9. Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authority to service proposed hospital 10. City of Hastings and Barry County agree to land swap involving former library building We’ll help you make the most important decision of your life easier. Bridal Guide 2010 Your search is over...this special section will be filled with local businesses specializing in everything you’ll need to make planning your big event easier. Don’t miss this special section in the January 23 issue. For more information or to advertise in this special section contact our sales department at (269) 945-9554 �Page 10 — Thursday, January 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by TIMOTHY R. LATTA and TAMMIE M. LATTA, Husband and Wife, 8132 B Drive S, Battle Creek, MI 49014 to SMB MORTGAGE COMPANY (n/k/a SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST), 2 West Chicago Street, Coldwater, Michigan 49036 dated November 6, 2002 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on November 13, 2002 in Instrument No. 1091428 of Mortgages, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date of this notice, for principal and interest the sum of Ninety-Thousand Three Hundred Fifty-Three and 18/100 ($90,353.18) Dollars and no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, where by the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; Now Therefore, Notice is Hereby Given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the said Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein described or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at Courthouse Bldg, Barry County Courthouse in the City of Hastings, and County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding Circuit Court in and for said County, on January 28, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. in the after noon of said day, and said premises will be sold to pay the amount as aforesaid then due on said Mortgage together with 5.9685% percent interest on the Mortgage, legal costs, Attorneys’ fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described as follows, to-wit: County of Barry, Township of Johnston, State of Michigan, is described as follows: Lots 6 and 17, COUNTRY ACRES, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 64, Barry County Records. The last day to redeem this deed is on July 28, 2010, however, if an Affidavit of Abandonment is filed with the Register of Deeds, the last day to redeem will be February 28, 2010, or until the time to provide the notice was required by MCL 600.3241a(c) expires, whichever is later. Dated: December 31, 2009 SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST Mortgagee. DRESSER, DRESSER, HAAS & CAYWOOD, P.C. By: P. Joseph Haas, Jr. Attorney for SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST Business Address 112 South Monroe Street Sturgis, MI 49091 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kevin L. Oly and Marie Ann C. Oly, husband and wife, to Allied Mortgage Capital Corporation, Mortgagee, dated November 14, 2000 and recorded November 27, 2000 in Instrument Number 1052302, and Loan Modification Agreement recorded in Instrument Number 1102321., Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Chase Home Finance LLC successor by merger to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Nine Thousand FiftyFour and 68/100 Dollars ($199,054.68) including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 14, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel C-1: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Lot 3 of Pinewood Estates Plat, being a part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 7, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South 08 degrees 07 minutes 05 seconds East 300.00 feet along the East line of Lot 3 of said plat of Pinewood Estates to the place of beginning; thence South 49 degrees 40 minutes 58 seconds East 349.12 feet to the Northerly line of Oakwood Drive; thence South 03 degrees 03 minutes 45 seconds West 177.43 feet along the chord of a 183.00 foot radius curve to the left; thence North 89 degrees 19 minutes 56 seconds West 274.87 feet to the Easterly line of Lot 1 of said plat of Pinewood Estates; thence North 00 degrees 07 minutes 05 seconds West 399.86 feet along the Easterly line of Lots 1 and 2 of said plat to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 17, 2009 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.7033 77541366 77541627 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Duane E. Van Buren and Robin L. Van Buren, husband and wife as tenants by the entireties, to National Mortgage Network, Mortgagee, dated April 9, 2007 and recorded April 18, 2007 in Instrument Number 1179458, and re-recorded to amend legal description 5/10/2007 in Instrument Number 1180345, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as Trustee for Option One Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-6 AssetBacked Certificates, Series 2007-6 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Three Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty-Three and 88/100 Dollars ($163,823.88) including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 14, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 28, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, described as beginning at a point in the center of the highway 31 rods South of the center of said Section 28, running thence East 20 rods; thence South 5 rods; thence West 20 rods to the center of the highway thence North along the center of the highway, 5 rods to the place of beginning subject to easement of the center of the highway, 5 road to the place of beginning subject to easement of the public in use of the highway on the west side thereof excepting therefrom commencing at a point on the North and South 1/4 line 31 rods South of the center of said Section 28, thence East 120.73 feet parallel with continuing East 21.04 feet, there South 3.64 feet, therence West 21.94 thence North, 3.94 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 17, 2009 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541356 File No. 356.3214 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE -- Default has occurred in a Mortgage made by Desiree L. Newburn to Omni Family Credit Union n/k/a Omni Community Credit Union dated February 10, 2004, and recorded on February 17, 2004 as Document No. 1122324 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $151,762.32. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on January 14, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East door, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, MI. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 6.65 % per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan law. COMMENCING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 33 TOWN 1 NORTH RANGE 8 WEST DISTANT SOUTH 89 DEGREES 33‚45" EAST 1107.18 FEET FROM THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 04'30" EAST 996.09 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 51‚ 45" EAST 221.56 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 02 DEGREES 04'45" WEST 997.27 FEET TO SAID SOUTH SECTION LINE; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 34'45" WEST ALONG SAID SECTION LINE 221.44 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. Which has the address of: 1265 Luce Rd., Battle Creek. MI., 49017. During the one year immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.324!(a), in which ease the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Omni Community Credit Union Dated: December 13, 2009 By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) BUSINESS ADDRESS: Stephen L. Langeland, P.C. Attorney at Law 6146 W. Main St., Ste. C Kalamazoo. MI 49009 77541349 269/382-3703 Thanks to you… Your Barry County United Way gift helped deliver over 845,000 lbs. of food through food pantries and fresh food initiatives throughout Barry County last year. 100% of your contribution stays right here in Barry County! GIVE. ADVOCATE. VOLUNTEER. & Volunteer Center Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kyle B. Collins aka Kyle Collins and Donna J. Collins, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated May 9, 2007, and recorded on May 25, 2007 in instrument 1181006, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-Five And 47/100 Dollars ($134,775.47), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Bounded on the North by the South line of Philadelphia Street and on the West by the center of Old State Road that Crosses the Thornapple River on the Old Bridge and on the South by Thornapple River, Except: Commencing at a point where the West line of Main Street intersects with the South line of Philadelphia Street; Running thence West 9 Rods and 1 Foot; thence South to the center of the river; thence Easterly along the center of the River to the West line of Main Street, thence North to the place of beginning, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541976 File #297929F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William Thayer and Sally Thayer, husband and wife, as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 24, 2007, and recorded on October 10, 2007 in instrument 200710100002915, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Eight And 87/100 Dollars ($89,988.87), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That Part Of The East 1/2 Of The East 1/2 Of The Southwest 1/4 Of Section 35, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Castleton Township, Barry County, Michigan, Described As Follows, Commencing At The South 1/4 Post Of Said Section 35, Thence North 89 Degrees 22 Minutes West 658.82 Feet To The 1/16th Line; Thence North 0 Degrees 24 Minutes East 764 Feet Along Said 1/16th Line To The Place Of Beginning, Thence South 78 Degrees 4 Minutes East 87 Feet, Thence North 59 Degrees 8 Minutes East 153.65 Feet To The Right Of Way Marker On The South Side Of M79, Thence Northwesterly Along Said Right-Of-Way To The Aforesaid 1/16th Line, Thence South Along Said 1/16th Line To The Place Of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 17, 2009 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #294346F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rebecca J. Bobilya, a single woman, to National City Mortgage Services Company, NKA PNC Mortgage, a division of PNC Bank NA, Mortgagee, dated October 25, 2002 and recorded October 31, 2002 in Instrument Number 1090652, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy Thousand One Hundred Three and 84/100 Dollars ($70,103.84) including interest at 7.55% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 14, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land located in Section 21, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the intersection of the North and South 1/4 line of Section 21, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, and the centerline of Highway M-43 as now exists; said point lying 2653.16 feet East and 959.05 feet North of the West 1/4 post of said Section 21; thence 359.70 feet along the arc of a curve right and center of M-43 whose chord bears South 58 degrees 59 minutes 19 seconds West, 357.78 feet and whose radius measures 1002.26 feet; thence South 69 degrees 16 minutes 13 seconds West, along said center line 212.30 feet to the Northwest corner of property owned by "Noud": Recorded in Liber 401, Page 139, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan; thence South 00 degrees 22 minutes 51 seconds West, parallel with the North-South 1/4 line and on Noud's West line, a distance of 417.24 feet; thence South 82 degrees 11 minutes 30 seconds West, 828.93 feet to a point which intersects the existing center line of Highway M-43 and the East line of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section; thence 74.68 feet along the arc of a curve to the left whose radius measures 1878.15 feet and chord bears North 39 degrees 19 minutes 31 seconds East, 74.67 feet; thence North 38 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds East, 75.23 feet to the beginning of a curve to the right; thence 482.80 feet along the arc of said curve right, whose radius measures 889.81 feet and chord bears North 53 degrees 43 minutes 40 seconds East, 476.90 feet; thence North 69 degrees 16 minutes 13 seconds East along said centerline, 369.63 feet to the place of beginning. Together with and subject to an easement for road purposes over the Northerly 33 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 17, 2009 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541396 File No. 401.0400 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Joseph M. Yates and Catherine R. Yates, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 17, 2003 and recorded October 21, 2003 in Instrument Number 1115968, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York, as trustee for the certificate holders CWMBS 2003-59 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand Forty-One and 96/100 Dollars ($119,041.96) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 14, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North-South 1/4 line of Section 6, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan; distant South 0 degrees 5 minutes 3 seconds West 937.57 feet from the North 1/4 post of said Section 6; thence North 89 degrees 25 minutes 3 seconds West 83 feet; thence South 46 degrees 7 minutes 57 seconds West 145.55 feet; thence North 89 degrees 25 minutes 3 seconds West 100 feet; thence North 0 degrees 27 minutes 34 seconds East 292.76 feet; thence South 89 degrees 25 minutes 3 seconds East 285.87 feet along the South line of the North 22.50 acres of the East 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 6; thence South 0 degrees 5 minutes 3 seconds West 190.84 feet along said North-South 1/4 line to the place of beginning. Together with and subject to an easement for ingress, egress and public utilities 33 feet each side of a centerline described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North-South 1/4 line of Section 6, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan; distant South 0 degrees 5 minutes 3 seconds West 937.57 feet from the North 1/4 post of said Section 6; thence North 89 degrees 25 minutes 3 seconds West 83 feet; thence South 46 degrees 7 minutes 57 seconds West 145.55 feet; thence North 89 degrees 25 minutes 3 seconds West 387.60 feet to the place of ending. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 17, 2009 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541386 File No. 617.2037 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael D Harvey and Sandra Harvey, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Chase Manhattan Bank USA, N.A., Mortgagee, dated May 21, 2004, and recorded on July 26, 2004 in instrument 1131310, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Six Thousand Forty And 13/100 Dollars ($186,040.13), including interest at 5.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 21, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The land referred to in this commitment, situated in the County of Barry, Township of Maple Grove, State of Michigan, is described as follows: That part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 25, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as commencing at the West 1/4 of said Section 25, thence run North along the West Section line a distance of 679.00 feet to the point of beginning of the following described parcel of land; thence continuing North along the said West Section line a distance of 339.50 feet; thence run North 89 degrees 06 minutes 59 seconds East a distance of 1285.82 feet; thence run South 00 degrees 01 minutes 40 seconds West a distance of 339.50 feet; thence run South 89 degrees 06 minuges 59 seconds West a distance of 1285.66 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 24, 2009 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541520 File #296090F01 77541301 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kathy Roseboom, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 2, 2007, and recorded on February 21, 2007 in instrument 1176657, in Barry County records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Eight And 94/100 Dollars ($222,308.94), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 194 feet South and 377 feet West of the Northeast corner of Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West; thence South 33 degrees 12 minutes West, 214 feet to the shore of Fine Lake; thence North 50 degrees 25 minutes West along the shore of said lake, 82 feet; thence North 31 degrees 24 minutes East, 148.55 feet; thence due East 103 feet to the place of beginning together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 50 feet in width North and South by 527 feet East and West, the Northerly line of said easement lying 144 feet South of the Northeast corner of said section. Also Commencing at a point 194 feet South and 480 feet West of the Northeast corner of said Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, thence South 31 degrees 24 minutes West, 148.55 feet to the shore of Fine Lake, thence North 50 degrees 25 minutes West, along the shore of said lake 68 feet; thence North 44 degrees 45 minutes East, 117.58 feet; thence due East, 47 feet to the place of beginning together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 50 feet in width North and South by 527 feet East and West, the Northerly line of said easement lying 144 feet South of the Northeast corner of said section. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 17, 2009 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #220890F03 77541230 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 7, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Allen Ruthruff and Fayetta Ruthruff, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6375 Rose Rd, Delton, MI 49046-9737. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 18, 2009, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 18, 2009. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 24, 2009 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 300211F01 77541464 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael A. Harper, a married man and Ladonna I. Harper, a married woman husband and wife, to Washington Mortgage Company, A Michigan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 31, 1998 and recorded September 8, 1998 in Instrument Number 1017602, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by HSBC Bank USA, as Trustee in trust for Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Asset Backed PassThrough Certificates Series 2003-HE4 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Eight and 92/100 Dollars ($58,498.92) including interest at 9.45% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Delton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 6, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, described as commencing at a point 8 rods South of the Southeast corner of Lot 23 of the Village of Delton, according to the recorded plat thereof, thence South along the West side of Highway 8 rods, thence West 8 rods, thence North 8 rods, thence East 8 rods to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 7, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 306.2199 ASAP# 3398369 01/07/2010, 77541956 01/14/2010, 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010 77541970 NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. Notwithstanding, if the debt secured by this property was discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is NOT an attempt to collect that debt. You are presently in default under your Mortgage Security Agreement, and the Mortgage Holder may be contemplating the commencement of foreclosure proceedings under the terms of that Agreement and Michigan law. You have no legal obligation to pay amounts due under the discharged note. A loan modification may not serve to revive that obligation. However, in the event you wish to explore options that may avert foreclosure, please contact our office at the number listed below. Attention: The following notice shall apply only if the property encumbered by the mortgage described below is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.7cc. Attention Rebecca Brown, regarding the property at 276 Cherry Street Freeport, MI 49325. You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. is the designee with authority to make agreements under MCL 600.3205b and MCL 600.3205c, and can be contacted at: 811 South Blvd., Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123. You may also contact a housing counselor. For more information, contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) by visiting www.michigan.gov/mshda or calling (866) 946-7432. If you request a meeting with Potestivo & Associates, P.C. within 14 days after the notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not commence until at least 90 days after the date said notice was mailed. If an agreement to modify the mortgage loan is reached and you abide by the terms of the agreement, the mortgage will not be foreclosed. You have the right to contact an attorney and can obtain contact information through the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738. Dated: January 7, 2010. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Information may be faxed to (248)267-3004, Attention: Loss Mitigation Our File No: 09-19323 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Dlisa Groeneweg and Aaron Ketchum, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1728 S Jefferson St, Hastings, MI 49058-2548. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 4, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 4, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77541935 File # 302584F01 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. To: William M. Wassenaar and Tammy L. Wassenaar 6580 Noffke Drive Caledonia, MI 49316 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 5021331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (517) 373-8370, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer’s designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCl 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer’s Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800-968-0738. Dated: January 6, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 77541905 File Number: 617.2582 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Murray M. Stuck and Angilynn A. Stuck, husband and wife, to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 28, 2006 and recorded July 5, 2006 in Instrument Number 1166780, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company , as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for Argent Securities Trust 2006M2, Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-M2 under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated August 1, 2006 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Two Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Two and 00/100 Dollars ($92,572.00) including interest at 9.3% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 28, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 49, except the North 69 feet thereof and also excepting the South 24 feet thereof, and also, except the East 24.7 feet of the South 122.7 feet thereof, all in Supervisor Glasgow's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 3. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 31, 2009 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541646 File No. 356.3229 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Wesley P. Wilkins and Charity A. Wilkins, husband and wife, to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. SBM Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc., Mortgagee, dated May 18, 2001 and recorded May 22, 2001 in Instrument Number 1060140, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Six and 27/100 Dollars ($77,766.27) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1 of Block 16 of the Eastern Addition to the City, Formerly Village, of Hastings, Barry County, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 7, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 326.3052 ASAP# 3398377 01/07/2010, 01/14/2010, 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010 ›77541961 NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. Notwithstanding, if the debt secured by this property was discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is NOT an attempt to collect that debt. You are presently in default under your Mortgage Security Agreement, and the Mortgage Holder may be contemplating the commencement of foreclosure proceedings under the terms of that Agreement and Michigan law. You have no legal obligation to pay amounts due under the discharged note. A loan modification may not serve to revive that obligation. However, in the event you wish to explore options that may avert foreclosure, please contact our office at the number listed below. Attention: The following notice shall apply only if the property encumbered by the mortgage described below is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.7cc. Attention Daniel Mahoney and Sarah E Mahoney, regarding the property at 2515 Chippewa Trl Hastings, MI 49058. You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. is the designee with authority to make agreements under MCL 600.3205b and MCL 600.3205c, and can be contacted at: 811 South Blvd., Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123. You may also contact a housing counselor. For more information, contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) by visiting www.michigan.gov/mshda or calling (866) 9467432. If you request a meeting with Potestivo & Associates, P.C.within 14 days after the notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not commence until at least 90 days after the date said notice was mailed. If an agreement to modify the mortgage loan is reached and you abide by the terms of the agreement, the mortgage will not be foreclosed. You have the right to contact an attorney and can obtain contact information through the State Bar of Michigan's Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738. Dated:January 7, 2010. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 information may be faxed to (248)267-3004, Attention: Loss Mitigation Our File No: 09-19105 ASAP# 3394529 01/07/2010 077541899 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stanley G Norris Sr a married man and Karen S Norris his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 3, 2005, and recorded on November 14, 2005 in instrument 1156176, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand One Hundred Thirty-Nine And 71/100 Dollars ($295,139.71), including interest at 8.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan. Also the South 450.8 feet of the East 348.08 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541693 File #297366F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Leslie Antcliffe, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 5063 Ravine Dr, Middleville, MI 49333-8233. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 4, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 4, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77541937 File # 302478F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Kevin McDonnell, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 420 Long Lake Drive, Hastings, MI 49048. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 4, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 4, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77541705 File # 300085F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Patti Deline and Nicholas Deline, husband and wife, to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated March 2, 2009 and recorded March 11, 2009 in Instrument Number 20090311-0002256, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred TwentySeven Thousand Nine Hundred Four and 8/100 Dollars ($127,904.08) including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 28, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 48 and the South 1/2 of Lot 49 of Smith's Lakeview Estate Number 1, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 2, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 31, 2009 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541656 File No. 200.5678 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charle R Wiltse, Jr., a single amn, original mortgagor(s), to Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis, Mortgagee, dated November 24, 2004, and recorded on November 30, 2004 in instrument 1137913, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Eight And 38/100 Dollars ($133,278.38), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 100 of Lynden Johncock Plat No. 1, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, on Page 93 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541885 File #296341F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Victor Jaworowski and Phyllis Jaworowski, husband and wife, and Melissa Jaworowski, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns., Mortgagee, dated July 17, 2007 and recorded July 27, 2007 in Instrument Number 200707270000224, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Four and 95/100 Dollars ($115,994.95) including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 14, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1, Block 8, Keeler Brother's Addition to the Village of Middleville, according to the recorded Plat thereof, being a part of the Southwest quarter of Section 23, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, as recorded in Liber 1, Page 40, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 17, 2009 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541371 File No. 285.8314 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by John Balyeat and Lauretta Balyeat, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 15, 2006, and recorded on December 26, 2006 in instrument 1174336, and rerecorded on January 3, 2007 in instrument 1174590, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Maiden Lane Asset Backed Securities I Trust 2008-1 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fourteen Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Five And 75/100 Dollars ($114,335.75), including interest at 8.89% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lots 1171 and 1172 of the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 17, 2009 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #294927F01 77541236 �Page 12 — Thursday, January 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Robert C. Bassett and Wendy L. Bassett, husband and wife to Beneficial Michigan Inc., Mortgagee, dated February 3, 2005, and recorded on February 17, 2005, as Document Number: 1141570, Barry County Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Nine Thousand Five Hundred FiftySeven and 83/100 ($139,557.83) including interest at the rate of 6.58000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on January 21, 2010 Said premises are situated in the Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Southeast corner of the North 1/2 of the North 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 11, Town 3 North, Range 8 West; thence North 150 feet for the place of beginning; thence West 580 feet; thence North 450 feet; thence East 580 feet; thence South 450 feet to the point of beginning. Commonly known as: 947 Fisher Road The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: December 24, 2009 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Beneficial Michigan Inc. 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 77541527 Case No. 09MI00941-4 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: William J Kowske, a married man and Reagan Kowske to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Mortgageit, Inc., Mortgagee, dated November 4, 2005 and recorded November 15, 2005 in Instrument # 1156249 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor Indenture Trustee under NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2006MTA1, by assignment dated April 23, 2009 and recorded May 1, 2009 in Instrument # 200905010004717 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Five Hundred Six Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-Two Dollars and One Cents ($506,652.01) including interest 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on February 4, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Section 1, Town 1 North, Range 10 West; thence North 88 degrees 46 minutes 00 seconds East 673.86 feet along the South line of Section 1; thence Northeasterly along an intermediate traverse line of the shore of Crooked Lake the following courses; North 11 degrees 53 minutes 08 seconds East, 76.89 feet; thence North 41 degrees 36 minutes 00 seconds East 97.80 feet; thence North 55 degrees 46 minutes 17 seconds East, 146.17 feet; thence North 26 degrees 32 minutes 46 seconds East 176.03 feet; thence North 62 degrees 39 minutes 54 seconds East 73.27 feet; thence North 77 degrees 03 minutes 06 seconds East, 215.35 feet; thence North 31 degrees 25 minutes 32 seconds East, 171.48 feet; thence North 41 degrees 44 minutes 01 seconds East, 219.01 feet; thence North 52 degrees 22 minutes 29 seconds West, 278.79 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence continuing along said traverse line North 83 degrees 19 minutes 05 seconds West 233.25 feet; thence South 77 degrees 21 minutes 53 seconds West, 227.42 feet to the end of said traverse line; thence South 28 degrees 58 minutes 12 seconds East, 243.51 feet; thence North 74 degrees 13 minutes 07 second East, 322.68 feet; thence North 09 degrees 38 minutes 07 second East, 150.00 feet to the place of beginning. Including lands lying between said intermediate traverse lines and the waters of Crooked Lake as limited by the side lines of said parcel extended to the waters edge. Together with and subject to a private easement for ingress and egress and public utility purposes over a strip of land 66 feet wide, 33 feet each of a centerline described as commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section 1; thence South 88 degrees 46 minutes 00 seconds, West 429.78 feet along the South line of Section 2 to the centerline of Parker Road; thence North 02 degrees 01 minutes 21 seconds East 33.04 feet to the true point of beginning of said described centerline; thence North 88 degrees 46 minutes 00 seconds East, 963.62 feet; thence North 41 degrees 27 minutes 28 seconds East, 426.76 feet; thence North 65 degrees 46 minutes 09 seconds East 96.13 feet; thence North 25 degrees 49 minutes 43 seconds East 99.85 feet; thence North 09 degrees 52 minutes 26 seconds West 238.56 feet to reference point A and the end of centerline. Said easement extended for cul-desac purposes 60 feet in all directions from said Reference Point A. Commonly known as 7805 Cougar, Delton MI 49046 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 1/07/2010 The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor Indenture Trustee under NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2006-MTA1, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77541990 Our File No: 09-17923 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Cay Velderman, an unmarried woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 16, 2003 and recorded September 17, 2003 in Instrument Number 1113515, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Twenty-Three and 52/100 Dollars ($163,623.52) including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 28, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 5 acres, North 10 acres, East 1/2, Northeast 1/4 of Section 5, Town 3 North, Range 8 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 31, 2009 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541651 File No. 285.9732 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Alfredo Salas-Rodriguez, married, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 23, 2007, and recorded on February 28, 2007 in instrument 200702280002482, and assigned by said Mortgagee to SunTrust Mortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Seventeen Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-Four And 05/100 Dollars ($217,784.05), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Village of Freeport, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of said Section 1; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 21 seconds East 1310.03 feet along the North line of said Southwest 1/4; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 54 seconds West 1324.86 feet along the West line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence North 89 degrees 42 minutes 48 seconds East 528.00 feet along the South line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 to the point of beginning of this description; thence North 00 degrees 02 minutes 54 seconds East 858.00 feet along the East line of the West 528 feet of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence North 89 degrees 42 minutes 48 seconds East 59.67 feet; thence Easterly 149.82 feet on the arc of a 454.10 foot radius curve to the right with a central angle of 18 degrees 54 minutes 11 seconds and a chord bearing South 80 degrees 50 minutes 06 seconds East 149.14 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 54 seconds West 833.51 feet; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 48 seconds West 206.93 feet along said South line to the point of beginning, together with and subject to an easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes described as a 66.00 foot wide easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes in the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Village of Freeport, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan, the centerline of said easement being described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of said Section 1; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 21 seconds East 1310.03 feet along the North line of said Southwest 1/4; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 54 seconds West 466.86 feet along the West line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 to the point of beginning of this easement centerline description; thence North 89 degrees 42 minutes 48 seconds East 587.67 feet; thence Southeasterly 356.65 feet on the arc of a 454.10 foot radius curve to the right with a central angle of 45 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds and a chord bearing South 67 degrees 47 minutes 12 seconds East 347.55 feet to the radius point of a 60.00 foot radius turn-around and the point of ending of said easement centerline description. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 17, 2009 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541338 File #226725F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kay Kremsreiter and Carol Ginder, joint Tenants in common, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 20, 2006, and recorded on October 31, 2006 in instrument 1172126, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EverBank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Fifty-Five And 44/100 Dollars ($126,355.44), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West; beginning at a point found by commencing at the West 1/4 post of said section; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East on the West 1/4 line of said section 676.31 feet to the point of beginning of this description; thence continuing North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East on said 1/4 line 220.13 feet to the West line of the East 421, feet of the West 1/2 of said Southwest 1/4; thence South 01 degrees 58 minutes 44 seconds East on said West line which is parallel with the East line of the West 1/2 of said Southwest 1/4 corner 427.85 feet to an intermediate traverse line along the creek; thence North 51 degrees 11 minutes 36 seconds West on said traverse line 290.56 feet; thence North 01 degrees 58 minutes 41 seconds West parallel to said East line 245.65 feet to the place of beginning. together with all land lying between said traverse line and the centerline of said creek line between East and west line extended South. Vin # MY9845786ABW NAME: Fairmont Model:Friendship Date of:1197 Which by Intention of the Parties, Shall constitue a part of the Realty and shall pass with it The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills Michigan 48334 2525 PRE-FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT; ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF BORROWER IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS NOTICE. Borrower: April L. Monroe, ("Borrower") Property Address: 8120 Bayne Road, Woodland, Michigan 48897-9744 ("Property") Mortgagee: Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) ("Mortgagee") Modification Agent: Sherilyn K. Van Ess, Green Tree Servicing LLC ("Modification Agent") Modification Agent's Contact Information: 2505 E. Paris Street, S.E., Suite 170, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, (800) 444-1968, ext. 65901, and e-mail address: Sherilyn.K.VanEss@gt-cs.com. Default has occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by Borrower to Mortgagee. Within the last 7 days, a correspondence (the "Correspondence") was mailed to Borrower, and by this publication further notice is hereby given of the following: Within 14 days of the date the Correspondence was mailed, Borrower has the right to contact the Modification Agent to request a meeting (the "Meeting"). The purpose of the Meeting will be to attempt to work out a loan modification. If Borrower requests the Meeting, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after the date the Correspondence was mailed. If the Meeting results in an agreement to modify the loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by all of the terms of the agreement. Borrower may contact a Housing Counselor, who can attend the Meeting with Borrower. Information regarding Housing Counselors in Borrower's area is available by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") at (517) 3736840 or by visiting MSHDA online at www.michigan.gov/mshda. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The State Bar of Michigan's Lawyer Referral Service can be reach at (800) 968-0738 and information is available online at www.michbar.org/programs/lawyerreferral.cfm. Furthermore, information regarding legal aid can be found at www.michbar.org/public_resources/legalaid.cfm. The legal aid office serving the Borrower's area is Legal Services of South Central Michigan, and can be contacted at (517) 394-3121 or (800) 968-0044. Dated: January 7, 2010 Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) By: H. Douglas Shepherd IV (P64560) Brandt, Fisher, Alward & Roy, P.C. Attorneys for Mortgagee 1241 E. Eighth Street, P.O. Box 5817 Traverse City, Michigan 49696-5817 (231) 941-9660 77541922 File No.: 6140.0758 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mildred J. Martin, a married woman and Donald Martin, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 7, 2005 and recorded November 10, 2005 in Liber 1985, Page 1260, and also recorded in Barry County 12/17/2009 in Instrument Number 200912170012091, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Successor Trustee to Bank of America, National Association, as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank, N.A. as Trustee for the MLMI Trust Series 2006-WMC2 by assignment. And an Affidavit of Scrivener's to recorded assignment in Barry County was submitted for recording. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Three Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Seven and 70/100 Dollars ($93,467.70) including interest at 7.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the or inside of the main entrance to the Courthouse Bldg. in Charlotte, MI in Eaton County, Michigan at 10:00 a.m. on FEBRUARY 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Sunfield, Eaton County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: the part of Northwest fractional 1/4 of the Northwest fractional 1/4 of Section 19, Town 4 North, Range 6 West, Sunfield Township, Eaton County, Michigan described as follows: commencing 907.1 feet South of Northeast corner of Section 24, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, Barry County, Michigan, thence North 46 degrees East 217.5 feet along the center of the Highway, thence North 34 degrees 20 minutes West 144.5 feet more or less to Saddlebag Lake, thence Southwesterly along said lake to the West line of said Section 19, thence South to the place of beginning. Parcel 2: Lot 1, plat of Sandy Haven, Woodland Township, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 26, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 3, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541699 File No. 269.5242 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jose E. Morin, married, and Debbie Morin, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 14, 2003, and recorded on September 9, 2003 in instrument 1112946, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Six Thousand Eighty-Two And 37/100 Dollars ($76,082.37), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 21, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 post of said Section 17; thence West 640 feet for the place of beginning; thence North 200 feet; thence East to centerline of Lindsey Road; thence Southwesterly along center of Lindsey Road to a point 200 feet East to point of beginning; thence West to point of beginning. Subject to building and use restrictions, reservations, and easements of record. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 24, 2009 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541487 File #295811F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lyle M. Huyck and Janet L Huyck, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated July 26, 2006, and recorded on August 1, 2006 in instrument 1167937, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Ten Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Two And 79/100 Dollars ($210,332.79), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry county, Michigan for the place of beginning; thence North along the North-South 1/4 line and Norris Road 325 Feet; thence West 270 Feet; thence South parallel to said North-South 1/4 line, 325 Feet; thence East 270 Feet to the place of beginning. Parcel 2: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 26, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 89 degrees 46 minutes 03 seconds West 270.00 Feet from the South 1/4 post of said Section 26; thence continuing North 89 degrees 46 minutes 03 seconds West along said South Section line 330.00 Feet; thence North 00 degrees 07 minutes 35 seconds West parallel with the North-South 1/4 line of said Section 26 a distance of 325.00 Feet; thence South 89 degrees 46 minutes 03 seconds East 330.00 Feet; thence South 00 degrees 07 minutes 35 seconds East 325.00 Feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541871 File #295125F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default has occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by ALICE HAAKSMA, a married woman, of 12711 Sunrise Court, Wayland, Michigan 49348 (“Mortgagor”) to MERCANTILE BANK OF WEST MICHIGAN, NOW KNOWN AS MERCANTILE BANK OF MICHIGAN, a Michigan banking corporation, of 310 Leonard Street, N.W., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 (“Mortgagee”), dated November 15, 2004, recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, on January 3, 2005, Document No. 1139493 and re-recorded with the Barry County, Michigan, Register of Deeds on April 15, 2005, Document No. 1144934. By reason of such default, the undersigned elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of said Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this notice, there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on said Mortgage the sum of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY THREE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED NINETY-SEVEN AND 09/100 DOLLARS ($153,397.09), including interest at $23.87 per diem. No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay said amount, with interest, as provided in said Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public venue to the highest bidder at the East Doors of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, on Thursday, February 4, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. The premises covered by said Mortgage are situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Lot 106: Sunrise Shores No. 2, part of the S 1/2, NW1/4 of Section 30, T3N, R10W, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 42. Commonly known as Vacant Land, Sunrise Court, Wayland, Michigan 49348. PP# 08-16-220106-00. The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. DATED: January 7, 2009 NANTZ, LITOWICH, SMITH, GIRARD & HAMILTON Harold E. Nelson (P-27974) Business Address: 2025 E. Beltline, S.E., Suite 600 Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77541985 (616) 977-0077 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 7, 2010 — Page 13 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jolena M. Fitzsimmons and Patrick O. Fitzsimmons, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6787 Dowling Rd, Nashville, MI 49073-9546. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 4, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 4, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 055934F04 77541891 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Harry L. Osenbaugh and Tomi Osenbaugh, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 6, 2004, and recorded on February 17, 2004 in instrument 1122311, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Five Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Six And 14/100 Dollars ($75,856.14), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 357 feet East of the Northeast corner of Lot 12, Block 7, A.W. Phillips Addition, thence South 12 rods, thence East 99 feet, thence North 12 rods, thence West 99 feet to point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541946 File #298153F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Marianne Krupp, an unmarried woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 31, 2006 and recorded September 14, 2006 in Instrument Number 1169974, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventeen Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Five and 01/100 Dollars ($117,875.01) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, distant East 690 feet from the Southwest corner of said Section 27; thence North 660 feet parallel with the West line of said Southwest 1/4 of Section 27; thence East 330 fete parallel with said South line; thence South 660 feet parallel with said West line; thence West 330 feet along South line to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 7, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541951 File No. 617.2325 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHARLES C. REESE, III, A MARRIED MAN and MICHELE REESE, HIS WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated July 2, 2004, and recorded on July 7, 2004, in Document No. 1130462, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Eight Thousand One Hundred Fifty-Five Dollars and Twenty-Three Cents ($88,155.23), including interest at 7.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on January 28, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 610 OF THE CITY, FORMERLY VILLAGE OF HASTINGS, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2009 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77541638 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sally Jo Peterson, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 17, 2006, and recorded on December 4, 2006 in instrument 1173429, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA dba Americas Servicing Company as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-One Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Nine And 90/100 Dollars ($91,229.90), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Easterly 66 feet of Lot 6, Assessor's Plat No. 4 of Middleville, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 10. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 17, 2009 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541333 File #294309F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gregory Vanderwal, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 24, 2005, and recorded on May 26, 2005 in instrument 1147121, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Six And 97/100 Dollars ($88,496.97), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the West one-half of the Northeast one-quarter of Section 17, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point in the North line of said Section 17, 363.5 feet East of the North one-quarter post thereof for the Place of Beginning, and running thence South 0 degrees 55 minutes West, 222.2 feet; thence East 310.4 feet, thence North 0 degrees 55 minutes East 222.2 feet; thence West 310.4 feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 17, 2009 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #156895F03 77541242 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Raneane Risner and Brian Risner, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1480 E Dowling Rd, Hastings, MI 490589324. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 4, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 4, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 775419744 File # 302519F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: William Morey and Johanna Morey, Husband and Wife to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2001 and recorded July 2, 2001 in Instrument # 1062384 Barry County Records, Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty-Four Dollars and Eighty-Five Cents ($128,884.85) including interest 10.649% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on January 21, 2010 Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1, block 7 of Samuel Roush's Addition to the Village of Freeport, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 23. Subject to Easements, Reservations, Restrictions and Limitations of Record, if any Commonly known as 206 S East Street, Freeport MI 49325 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 12/24/2009 Household Finance Corporation III Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 09-17457 ASAP# 3381107 12/24/2009, 12/31/2009, 77541493 01/07/2010, 01/14/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Daniel C. Waybrant and Evita R. Waybrant, husband and wife, to Wells Fargo Financial America, Inc., Mortgagee, dated August 5, 2004 and recorded August 27, 2004 in Instrument Number 1133102, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Seven Thousand Five Hundred Fifty and 83/100 Dollars ($137,550.83) including interest at 9.83% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 14, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: commencing at the center of Moe Road, 20 rods South of the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 for place of beginning; thence South 10 rods; thence East 32 rods; thence North 10 rods; thence West 32 rods to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 17, 2009 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541391 File No. 514.0139 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven G. Ehrhardt, a married person, to Wells Fargo Bank N.A., successor by merger to Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated August 2, 2002 and recorded September 12, 2002 in Instrument Number 1087317, and Re-recorded to add legal description on April 4, 2003 in Document Number 1101481, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twelve Thousand Eight Hundred Eighteen and 70/100 Dollars ($112,818.70) including interest at 5.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 14, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing the Southeast corner of the East one-half of the Southwest one-quarter of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, Johnston Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North 762 feet, thence West 244 feet, thence North 371 feet, thence East 244 feet, thence South 371 feet to the Point of Beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 17, 2009 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541361 File No. 326.0371 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William T. Quick Individually and as Attorney in Fact for Tonette C. Quick, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a Division of National City Bank of Indiana, Mortgagee, dated April 14, 2005, and recorded on April 26, 2005 in instrument 1145482, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Six And 22/100 Dollars ($138,306.22), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 13 of Hickory Grove, a Condominiom, According to the Master Deed Recorded in Liber 660 on Page 303, in the Office of Barry County Register of Deeds and Designated as Barry Condominium Subdivision Plan N0. 7, together with rights in General Common Elements and Limited Common Elements as set forth in said Master Deed and as Described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as Amended. The Described land also included the Mobile/Manufactured Home Affixed thereto and More Particularly Described as Fallows:1997 Fleetwood, Serial Number: NFLV55AB04166BJ13 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 17, 2009 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #299307F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by John A Klesko, a Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Financial America, Inc., Mortgagee, dated February 21, 2005, and recorded on March 1, 2005 in instrument 1142108, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty Thousand One And 22/100 Dollars ($20,001.22), including interest at 12.12% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at an iron stake which is North 61 Degrees 00 Minutes East 22.00 Feet from the Southeast corner of the plat of the First Addition of Gwin's Grove; thence South 28 Degrees 30 Minutes 87.0 Feet for the Place of Beginning; thence South 28 Degrees 30 Minutes East 62.0 Feet; thence South 45 Degrees 00 Minutes West 122.00 Feet; thence North 28 Degrees 30 Minutes West 62.0 Feet to the Southwest corner of the land recorded in Liber 129 of Plats for Barry County on Page 637; thence Easterly along the Southwesterly line of said land 122.00 Feet, more or less, to the Place of Beginning. Subject to easements, use building and other restrictions of record, if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 17, 2009 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #294344F01 77541316 77541296 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. To: Christopher M. Dick and Amanda Rose 4903 Lacey Road Bellevue, MI 49021 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 5021331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (517) 373-8370, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer’s designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer’s Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800-968-0738. Dated: January 6, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 77541902 File Number: 200.5776 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Susan Lynn Clark-Granger, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 25, 2004, and recorded on November 8, 2004 in instrument 1136899, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-One And 63/100 Dollars ($90,971.63), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 21, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East one half of Lot 1 and the East one half of Lot 2 and Lot 3 except the East 60 feet thereof, all in Block 49 of the Village of Middleville, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 27. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 24, 2009 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541458 File #284713F01 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a Future Advance Mortgage (hereinafter “Mortgage”) and various related Notes (hereinafter “Notes”) made by RICHARD L. TERPSTRA, a married man (hereinafter “Mortgagor”), whose address is 1251 146th Avenue, Wayland, Michigan 49348, to SELECT BANK, a Michigan banking corporation (hereinafter “Mortgagee”) whose address is 60 Monroe Center, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503, which Mortgage is dated October 14, 2004, and recorded on October 26, 2004, in the Barry County Register of Deeds, State of Michigan, at Document No. 1136148. As of December 17, 2009, the amount due under the Mortgage and related loan documents, made by Mortgagor in favor of Mortgagee (collectively “Loan Documents”) is the sum of THREE HUNDRED FORTY THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED SEVENTY-SIX AND 75/100 ($340,376.75) DOLLARS including interest on the Notes at rates of interest as provided in the Notes. This sum will increase as additional interest, costs, expenses, and attorneys fees accrue under the Loan Documents and which are permitted under Michigan law after the date set forth below. Forty-five Thousand and 00/100 ($45,000.00) Dollars of the total principal amount due under the Loan Documents is secured by the Mortgage, plus any interest, fees and charges, and any protective advances paid by the Mortgagee. Under the power of sale contained in the Mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public sale to the highest bidder at the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings Michigan, on Thursday, January 21, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. The parcel subject to the Mortgage which is being sold is located at and commonly known as 4772 Torsten Drive (fka 4762 Beatrice Street), Shelbyville, Michigan, said parcel being located in the Township of Orangeville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and legally described as follows: Parcel No. 08-11-040-006-00 Lot 8 of Sam Bravata Plat, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, on page 68, Barry County records. The redemption period shall be SIX (6) MONTHS from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL Section 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be THIRTY (30) DAYS from the date of such sale. Dated: December 17, 2009 MORTGAGEE: SELECT BANK 60 MONROE CENTER GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503 Drafted by: R. Ryan McNally Attorney for Mortgagee Kreis, Enderle, Hudgins & Borsos, P.C. 171 Monroe Ave. NW Suite 900B Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77541376 (616) 254-8400 �Page 14 — Thursday, January 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner MainStreet Savings Bank first in state to process Neighborhood Stabilization Program loan by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Representatives of the MainStreet Savings Bank in Hastings has announced that, in November 2009, the bank became the first financial institution in the state to process a home loan utilizing the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, a program offered by the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. Mary Townley, director of MSHDA’s homeownership division, explained that the program was made possible in part by federal funds awarded to the State of Michigan for the purpose of reducing home foreclosures and abandonment. “The State of Michigan received $263 million,” she said. “Of that, certain cities and communities received a piece of that. MSHDA received $98.6 million.” Townley explained that the program allows a homebuyer to borrow up to 80 percent of the purchase price of a home, while also allowing the remaining 20 percent of the loan to be forgiven at a rate of 10 percent over the course of 10 years. The program also offers funds to homebuyers for home repairs, along with many of the costs associated with the purchase of a home, including the down payment and the fees necessary to complete the loan transaction, she added. “What this program really does is takes foreclosed and abandoned homes that are in communities, puts families back into those and then rehabs them enough so that the family doesn’t move in and then a year later are faced with major repairs that would throw them into a tizzy, financially,” Townley said. “So it helps rejuvenate some communities that are really struggling.” According to Townley, the program can be utilized only in the purchase of homes that have been either abandoned or foreclosed upon. Eligible homes must also be located in specific areas, as determined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, she said, adding that such areas within Barry County include all of Castleton, Hastings Charter, Rutland Charter and Woodland townships, along with the City of Hastings and a portion of Maple Grove Correction In last week’s Banner, Jason Christopher Haskin was incorrectly listed as a suspect in a parole violation incident. Tim J. Wallace, 31, of Nashville should have been listed for violating a condition of his parole by having con- tact with a minor. Haskin is not connected to the Wallace incident in any way. Haskin was cited by Barry County Sheriff Deputies for driving with a suspended license, second offense, and having an improper plate. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale Card of Thanks Business Services AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home - farm business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 CARD OF THANKS The family of Louis Neeb would like to thank Dr. Steve Wildern, all the nurses and respiratory therapists at Pennock Hospital for their excellent care of Louie over the years during his many hospitalizations. We wish to thank them especially for their compassionate care of him during his last hospitalization and his death. He dreaded going to the hospital each time but he considered you all friends over the years. We would like to thank everyone who said prayers for him, sent us sympathy cards, provided food for us or provided financial donations at the time of is death. We wish to thank our church family at Grace Lutheran Church and Pastor Mike for providing the wonderful service and luncheon. Each act of kindness has helped us as we struggle with his death. Thank you all so much. Anne Neeb and family SNOW PLOWING REASONABLE! Residential & light commercial. Delton, Gun Lake, Hastings area. (616)446-4409, (269)623-5350. Estate Sale ESTATE/MOVING SALES: by Bethel Timmer - The Cottage House Antiques. (269)795-8717 For Rent FOR RENT BEAUTIFUL 3 bedroom home in Taffee Addition, $750/month, (269)838-8608 MOBILE HOME FOR RENT: Hastings/Nashville area, 2 bedroom/1bath $500 month plus security deposit. Phone 269-838-5837. National Ads THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT KNOWINGLY accept advertising which is deceptive, fraudulent or might otherwise violate law or accepted standards of taste. However, this publication does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of any advertisement, nor the quality of goods or services advertised. Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all claims made in any advertisements, and to use good judgment and reasonable care, particularly when dealing with persons unknown to you ask for money in advance of delivery of goods or services advertised. Mobile Homes MOBILE HOME FOR SALE: Very nice 1998 Holly Park, 3 bedroom/2bath near Hastings & Nashville. Ready to move in. Priced to sell at $14,900. Terms available to qualified buyers. Phone (517)852-1514 ir (269)8385837. **Other mobile homes & housing needs available as well. WELL MAINTAINED 1990 single wide, 2 bedroom, 2 bath. Central A/C, appliances, shed + 2 car carport. Will take terms. Asking $5,500. To good to pass up! Phone 269-838-5837. THANK YOU The family of Margene B. Smiley wish to thank so many people for their display of kindness in food, cards, flowers, food baskets, phone calls and your compassion, it was truly overwhelming. To Dr. John Morlock, Margene's doctor and friend and his staff for their healing hands for the last six years. The medical staff of Ingram Medical Center for caring for her. Her classmates for their support, her farming friends, nursing friends, church family for all your prayers and contributions that were made in her memory. God truly picked a voice that will sing the songs and pray the prayers for us and for that we are grateful. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77524024 Help Wanted PAYROLL PROCESSOR: Expanding CPA firm is taking applications for a payroll processor. Approximately 32 hours per week. Schedule will be flexible to suit client and reporting requirements. previous experience in all aspects of the payroll process preferred; associates degree a plus. Wage will commensurate with experience. Send resume to: Payroll Position, PO Box 60, Saranac, MI 48881. REGISTERED NURSE: A part-time position is available in a Southwest Michigan community mental health agency for a licensed nurse. This position will function as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team for adults with development disabilities and/or severe mental illness. Applicant must be nurturing, demonstrate skills in assessment and treatment planning, and have a knowledge of developmental disabilities and mental illness. Experience working with mental health consumers preferred. Send resume to Barry County Community Health Authority, 915 West Green Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. No phone calls. EOE Farm EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 Township. Carol Lee, a loan originator for the bank who has worked with the program, explained that one of the most positive aspects of it is that in qualifying for loans, people are able to evidence examples of their credit not normally considered by lenders. “We can use non-traditional credit, such as rent history and that type of thing that doesn’t show up on your credit report for alternative credit,” she said. Lonnie and Donita Wrate, the first couple in the state to benefit from the program, said that the purchase of their home, which is located in the Hastings area, marked the first time that they have owned a home. While they could not compare the purchase to any other, the Wrates agreed that one of the most enjoyable aspects of the loan process was an eight-hour homebuyer education class they were required to attend to qualify for the loan. “I remember it was really interesting,” Donita said. Lonnie echoed his wife, explaining that the class answered many of the questions he had as someone preparing to own his first home. “That was a good thing,” he said of the class. “That really helped.” Townley explained that the homebuyer education class exemplifies MSHDA’s commitment to helping people be successful with homeownership. “MSHDA always pushes homebuyer education, and we have found that families that participate in homebuyer education are much more successful,” she said. “And that doesn’t mean that they will not have problems down the road or maybe a job loss or a decrease of hours, but it helps them know what to do, how to react and then who to reach out to for help.” Lee said that, while the Wrates’ loan took approximately three months to process, it did not involve any unpleasant surprises, and the experience gained from the transaction will most likely allow the bank to process similar loans in a shorter period of time. “It’s a longer process, but we have learned some things ...,” Lee said. “I’m just glad people are taking advantage of it.” According to Townley, the program, which is not limited to first-time homebuyers, will be available at least until the end of the year. For those interested in purchasing homes through the program, Townley said that the first step is to contact a lender, like MainStreet Savings Bank. MainStreet Savings Bank can be contacted at 800-267-3830. Free legislative coffee program set for Monday The next Barry County Chamber Legislative Coffee will be held Monday, Jan. 11, at 8 a.m. at the County Seat Restaurant in Hastings. The event provides an opportunity to hear legislative updates from state and federal officials on issues that affect the area. Anticipated speakers include Connie Jiarmo from Congressman Vernon Ehlers’ office, Sen. Patricia Birkholz and Rep. Brian Calley. Each speaker will give an update from his or her office, and then the floor will be open for questions. The legislative coffees are free and open to the public, and there is no need to register. The events are held on the second Monday of every month at various locations throughout the county. Call the Barry County Chamber of Commerce at 269-945-2454 for more information on future locations. POLICE BEAT No license for driver or Mary Jane Hastings Police stopped a vehicle for having defective equipment in the 400 block of South Jefferson Street Dec. 31, 2009. The investigating officer made contact with the driver who was identified as Jason Roberts, 28, from Otsego. Roberts told the officer he did not have a driver’s license, and further investigation confirmed that. Roberts was placed under arrest for operating a vehicle on a suspended driver’s license, second offense. A passenger in the vehicle, Chad Nowlin, 31, of Hastings, also was placed under arrest for being in possession of marijuana. Both subjects were transported and lodged at the Barry County Jail. Alcohol helps make a New Year’s celebration memorable Hastings Police responded to a domestic assault situation at a residence in the 400 block of West State Street during the early morning hours of Jan. 1. Officers made contact with the individuals involved, and after interviewing both of them, along with witnesses, the aggressor was identified as Samantha Straley, 19, from Hastings. Straley was placed under arrest on charges of domestic assault and is facing additional charges of being a minor in possession of alcohol by consumption. Another individual at the residence, Tim Leach, 29, from Hastings, also was placed under arrest for violating a parole order after he was found to have a blood alcohol level of .21 percent. Both Leach and Straley were transported and lodged at the Barry County Jail without incident. Fungi blamed for fleeing fugitive Hastings Police observed a vehicle driving erratically during the early morning hours of Jan. 1 in the 900 block of North Broadway. The investigating officer attempted to initiate a traffic stop on the southbound vehicle. The driver, later identified as Jacob Scott, 26, from Hastings, would not pull over and instead accelerated. Scott turned west onto West State Street and then proceeded to North M-37 Highway. He then turned in to a driveway in the 200 block of North M-37. The investigating officer pulled in behind the vehicle, at which time Scott put his vehicle in reverse and rammed the squad car. Scott then proceeded forward, down the driveway several yards before coming to a stop. The officer approached Scott, who attempted to flee on foot but was taken into custody after a brief struggle. Scott apologized to the officer, explaining that he was “tripping on mushrooms.” He was transported to and lodged at the Barry County Jail without further incident and is facing charges for Fleeing and eluding a police officer, resisting and obstructing police, operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs and for malicious destruction of police property. Tool used to steal tools Three trucks parked in Assyria Township were visited by bandits between Dec. 17 and 21, 2009. Four chainsaws, a toolbox and two work line ropes were taken from the back of the vehicles. Police reported that it appeared thieves used a pry bar to open the tool boxes in the beds of the trucks. GPS stolen; radio left behind A driver on Westlake Road in Bellevue may have a bit more trouble finding his way on road trips. A GPS unit in a vehicle was stolen and the thief(s) also tried to remove the radio from the dash but was apparently scared away before being able to remove it completely. Pre-pay not an option for driver The Mobil gas station in Woodland was the site of a gas-and-go incident Dec. 26, 2009. A subject, possibly male, pumped $14 of gas into a white Chevrolet Impala before driving off without paying for the fuel. The gas was pumped around 10 a.m. Thief shows restraint A bag of money was taken from a locked cabinet at Print Plus on M-43 Dec. 21, 2009. Four bags were in the cabinet, though only one was taken. The cabinet was locked at the time of the theft. According to the report, the thief apparently used a key to access the money. Speed, tinted windows, no license mean jail Adam Lee Hernandez, 31, of Zeeland was cited for driving with a suspended license and tinted windows after a Barry County Sheriff Deputy stopped him for speeding last week. The deputy discovered Hernandez had five previous offenses for driving with a suspended license. He was lodged at Barry County Jail with a $100 cash bond. Library fines not related to overdue texts A trip to the library Dec. 16, 2009, provided more paperwork then a local driver bargained for. Ashlee Groen, 20, of Middleville told the Barry County Sheriff deputy who stopped her that she was enroute to the library. The deputy clocked Groen traveling 70 mph on West State Road before pulling her over. The deputy discovered Groen was operating with a restricted license, and traveling to the library was not allowed under the restrictions. She was cited for violating restrictions of her license and driving 60 mph in a 55 mph zone. Suspended license is old routine for driver A traffic stop on Jan. 3, led a Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy to issue a misdemeanor citation to David Daykin, 21, of Battle Creek. Daykin was driving on a suspended license and 21 other incidents on his record related to license suspension or failure to pay fees as a result of suspensions. New year, new citation for underage drinker Give a memorial that can go on forever A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. After admitting to officers that he consumed eight beers, Jesse James Stanton, 20, of Middleville was issued a citation for minor in possession by consumption Jan. 1. A blood alcohol count came back at .17 percent for Stanton who was cited and released by Barry County Sheriff Deputies. Thanks to you… 100% of your gift to Barry County United Way provides funding for 35 programs, thanks to the Florence Tyden Groos Endowment Fund hat covers administration and management expenses! 100% of your contribution stays right here in Barry County! GIVE. ADVOCATE. VOLUNTEER. & Volunteer Center �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 7, 2010 — Page 15 Saxons lead from start to finish in first Gold win by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The holiday break didn’t slow the Saxons down any. Hastings raced out to a 12-3 lead against the Caledonia Fighting Scots Tuesday night, and held the lead for the entire night on its way to a 58-55 O-K Gold Conference victory. The win is the first in the league for the Saxons this winter as they improve to 1-2 in the conference and 4-2 overall. Caledonia pulled to within three points a couple of times, including twice in the final minute, but never caught all the way up. Fighting Scot senior point guard Luke Wiest fired up a fade away three-pointer from well behind the three-point line at the top of the key as time ran out on Caledonia, which falls to 5-2 overall and 1-2 in the O-K Gold. “The first half was the best we’ve played The Saxons’ Sean McKeough (20) disrupts a lay-up by the Fighting Scots’ Travis Taylor during the fourth quarter Tuesday night in Caledonia. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Saxons’ Zack Passmore waits for Caledonia’s Matt Russo to come back down to the floor before going up for two of his team-high 21 points Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) offensively all year,” said Hastings’ head coach Don Schils. “We were going to our second and third options, which the kids didn’t even understand before Christmas.” “I’m not sure we can play a whole lot better offensively.” The Saxons led by as many as 11 points midway through the second quarter, and also pushed the lead to double figures again at 4838 by opening up the fourth quarter with a three from point guard Grant Heide. Hastings did much of its work much closer to the basket though. “Their shot chart in the first half had ten field goals in the paint,” Caledonia head coach Todd Bloemers said. “When that happens, you know you’re not playing physical enough on the defensive end.” Zack Passmore took advantage of the Fighting Scots inside. He ended the night with 21 points and eight rebounds. He was 9of-10 on field goal attempts, and 3-of-4 from the foul line. As a team, the Saxons knocked down twothirds of their field goal attempts in the first half, and shot 63.9-percent from the floor for the night. Heide finished with 11 points. “Grant Heide played a great point guard for us,” Schils said. “He hit some wide open threes for us, but he also got us into our offense comfortably. He’s not normally a point guard, but he’s been put into that position.” Caledonia was led by its point guard as well, Wiest, who finished with 23 points. He was 9-of-9 at the foul line, but the rest of his teammates combined for a 4-of-12 performance at the stripe. Wiest had nine of his points in the fourth quarter, as the Caledonia full-court defense began to create some offense. “Every time it got fast paced, Caledonia got the lead down pretty quick,” Schils said. “For the most part, we were able to keep it at our tempo.” After a three by Wiest cut the Saxon lead to 56-53 with just under a minute to play, the Saxons got a big bucket from reserve guard Keith Garber who finished with six points. Dustin Glaser also had six points for Hastings. “When it came down to it at the end, we had an opportunity to make plays, but Hastings ended up making just enough plays to get the win,” Bloemers said. Paul TenHarmsel hit three threes, and finished with 11 points for Caledonia. “If we want to improve, we’re going to have to come out and give a much more con- Hastings’ guard Grant Heide knocks down one of his three three-pointers during Tuesday night’s 58-55 victory at Caledonia High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) sistent effort than we’ve been in all of our games,” Bloemers said. “It starts on the defensive end. “We lacked emotion. We just need to play with more emotion and more energy.” The Scots will need to figure out how to find that in a hurry, as they head to South Christian Friday night. The Saxons return to action Friday at home against Grand Rapids Catholic Central, then are off until next Friday when they travel to Thornapple Kellogg. Lakewood boys lose at Lowell My own good-bye to old gymnasium at Lakewood The old wooden bleachers would bow under the weight of a single fan, with a program in one hand and a bag of popcorn in the other, marching up to find a seat. Those bleachers down right curved and bent underneath a hundred or more Wacky Woodies leaping up and down to distract a Cougar from Lansing Catholic as he stood at the free throw line staring at the rim. For the biggest events, like a varsity wrestling district which included three of the top ten teams in the state in Division 2 in 2004, you didn’t have to worry about seeing the bleachers bend. You couldn’t see them at all, there were so many people jammed into that gym. The new Lakewood High School gymnasium was all set to open last night, as the Lakewood varsity competitive cheer team hosted a Lakewood Invitational. A couple weeks ago the Vikings said good night to their old gymnasium. I haven’t seen or been in the new gym yet. I can guarantee that it will be cleaner, nicer, shinier, bigger, and that it won’t be as fun a place to watch a basketball game. There are rules against that kind of thing now. The bleachers can’t be so close to the court for one thing. Nothing makes a basketball game’s atmosphere better than fans right on top of the action, not to mention a small gym feeling more full. Hastings and Lakewood playing at the Palace of Auburn Hills was pretty neat at the beginning of December, but I’d have rather watched those games in the old Lakewood gym. It would have saved gas for one thing, but in a big arena meant for thousands seeing a few hundred people in the stands is a little bit of a let down. There are some nice new high school gyms around the state. I like Caledonia’s. I seem to remember Reeths-Puffer having a cool new gym when I was there a few years ago for a wrestling regional. Forest Hills’ Eastern’s gym isn’t too shabby. They still have the problems of fans being too far from the floor, and the stands are too big for the crowds that actually show up on most nights. It’s funny, I just realized I never complain about new tennis courts, weight rooms, or softball diamonds. Maybe engineers are just better at designing those, but more likely its a nostalgia for grass on a football field and basketball teams using the first row of a set of wooden bleachers for their bench. I tend to block out the warped floor boards, the worries that a hunk of ceiling tile might plummet from sky and smash into dust on a player’s head, and how nice it would be for a volleyball program to be run three courts at a time in its gym rather than just two. Still, it was a special place for 45 years. For me, a special place for the last seven and a half or so. It’s where I covered my first sporting event, a 35-31 victory for coach Steve Laubaugh, guard Laura Dipert, and the Hastings’ varsity girls’ basketball team over Lakewood’s Mike Maciasz and his team run by freshman guard Stevie Spetoskey. I don’t know that any sporting event I cover will ever match that Division 2 wrestling district in 2004. Hastings beat rival Thornapple Kellogg 36-33 in one semifinal, while Lakewood beat up on Caledonia 59-10 in front of a standing room only crowd. The Vikings then rallied from a 30-6 deficit to beat the Saxons in the district championship, 39-30. I made sure I got my name on that hunk of floor from the old gym, which is going up outside the new one. It’s a new year, and a new gym for the Vikings. Hopefully in 45 years the new spot will have created as many special memories as the old Lakewood High School gymnasium did. by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Lakewood trailed Lowell by as many as 21 points in the second half, then later by as few as eight, but it was a slow start that really hurt the Vikings Tuesday. The Viking varsity boys’ basketball team fell 75-59 at Lowell Tuesday, in its first game back from the holiday break. Lowell jumped out to a 14-7 lead in the opening quarter, then pushed that edge to 3119 by the half. “We lost the first quarter by seven (points) and the second quarter by five,” said Lakewood head coach Vitor Imbuzeiro. “In the first half we were like let’s see what’s going to happen. Then in the second half, we were more into let’s make it happen.” After the Vikings fell behind by as many as 21 points in the second half, Imbuzeiro said that it was Cody Lindemulder that led the Viking charge which got the lead back into the single digits for a time. “He had zero points. He fouled out. But he brought us back,” Imbuzeiro said. “He was the guy on defense doing all of the little things. He didn’t shoot a basket, and I was like, ‘man he didn’t even try a free throw.’” The Vikings did do some things right on the night. They only turned the ball over seven times, and they won the rebounding battle 38-30. “Lowell really made their shots when they needed to,” Imbuzeiro said. Isaac Tawney paced the Red Arrows with 24 points. Elliott Drain added 17. Lakewood got 14 points and nine rebounds from Nathan Bryans, while Ryne Musbach and Dylan Benit chipped in 13 points each. Wes Cramer added nine rebounds. The Lakewood boys are now 1-4 overall this season. They’re 1-1 in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division, and will go for their second league win at Perry on Friday night. The Vikings will then be off until hosting Lansing Catholic, their first game in the new Lakewood High School gymnasium, next week Friday. Saxons shut out early against Scots Caledonia shut out the Saxons in the opening quarter, then allowed just five points in the second, as the Fighting Scots went on to a 56-21 O-K Gold Conference victory in Hastings Tuesday night. Hastings’ varsity girls’ basketball team turned the ball over 13 times in the opening quarter, with five of those turning into Caledonia lay-ups. The Fighting Scots led 120 after the first eight minutes. “We were completely outclassed tonight,” said Hastings head coach Steve Laubaugh. “Caledonia is very good and they are playing well. But the way we executed in the first quarter was disappointing. We have got to get better at making smart decisions and controlling the basketball.” It was 28-5 in favor of the Scots at the half. Caledonia had ten different players score and ten different players pull down a rebound in the contest. Nicole Chase led the Scots in each category, finishing with 12 points and six rebounds as well as five steals. Scot point guard Lexi Miller had nine points and ten steals. Addy Johnson added nine points and four rebounds. The Saxons were just 9-of-30 shooting the basketball, and weren’t any better at the free throw line connecting on just 3-of-10 tries. As a team, Hastings had just three assists all game long, and turned the ball over 35 times. Gabrielle Shipley led Hastings with seven points. Kayla Vogel had five points and five rebounds to go along with three steals. “One of the few bright spots was our halfcourt defense,” Laubaugh said. “We did slow them down when we got back and forced them to setup an offense. We knew they wanted to push the pace, and our plan was to limit that, but we weren’t able to slow them down. They scored in transition too easily.” The Saxons fall to 3-5 overall on the season, and are now 0-3 in the O-K Gold Conference. Hastings will be home again on Friday night, hosting No. 2 ranked (in Class B) Grand Rapids Catholic Central. Caledonia improves to 7-1 with the win, and 3-0 in the league. SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org THURSDAY, JANUARY 7 4:15 pm 5:30 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:30 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm Boys Boys Boys Girls Boys Girls Boys Girls 7th “B” 8th “B” Fresh. Fresh. 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Hastings, MI 49058 Phone: 269-945-9520 Toll Free: 800-596-1005 Contact us on the web @ www.hoc-mi.com HASTINGS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Contact Laura 948-0506 to Sponsor the Sports Schedule 77541678 by Brett Bremer �Page 16 — Thursday, January 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Top finshers at annual Elks Hoop Shoot The top shooters were honored at the end of the 37th Annual Elks Hoop Shoot at Hastings High School Dec. 5. 1st Elks Hoop Shoot Results Girls 8-9 Emma Post 1st 2nd Boys 8-9 Collin Hawthorne Braden Tolles 1st 2nd 3rd Girls 10-11 Elliza Tolles Cameron White Leah Hawthorne 1st 2nd 3rd Boys 10-11 Jackson Long Asa Lanoir Jack Longstreet 1st 2nd Girls 12-13 Katy Delcotto Kara Gonzalez 1st 2nd 3rd Boys 12-13 Owen Post Adam Post Lee Stowe BOWLING SCORES Mixerettes Kent Oil 42-26; James Process Service 4127; Dewey’s Auto Body 39-29; Nashville Chiropractic 36-32; NBT 34-34; Dean’s Dolls 31-37; Sassy Babes 25-43; Good Friends 2444. Good Games and Series - E. Ulrich 173; J. Rice 185; L. Elliston 214-570; T. Shaeffer 171; M. Rodgers 181-436; N. Goggins 199469; W. Gilman 150-395; V. Carr 189; S. Nash 184-492; D. Kelley 157. Wednesday P.M. Hair Care 41-23*; Eye and ENT 40.5-27.5; Four Pals 39-29; Mill’s Landing 33-35; The River 26.5-37.5*; NBT 20-48. *Games to be made up. Good Games and Series - B. Norris 115; S. Beebe 190-544; D. Huver 185; G. Scobey 167-483; R. Murrah 174; S. Pennington 194; R. Pitts 144; J. Shurlow 170-441; T. Christopher 204-513. Tuesday Mixed Grove Street Cafe 45-27; Hastings City Bank 43 1/2-28 1/2; Boyce Milk Haulers 3834; Hurless Machine Shop 35-35; Barry County Red Cross 29-43; J-Bar Antique Tractors 22 1/2-45 1/2. Men’s Good Games - K. Beebe 216; K. Armstrong 205; C. Steeby 201; T. Graham 195; D. Blakely 191; G. Hause 182; L. Porter 181; P. Scobey 177; S. Hause 194. Men’s Good Series - K. Beebe 555; K. Armstrong 580; C. Steeby 489; T. Graham 539; D. Blakely 531; G. Hause 515; L. Porter 517; P. Scobey 502; S. Hause 513. Women’s Good Games - S. Beebe 198; B. Wilkins 169; B. Benedict 161; M. Westbrook 157; D. Service 154; D. Ware 148; B. Ramey 140; L. Whiteman 124. Women’s Good Series - S. Beebe 522; B. Wilkins 459; B. Benedict 436; M. Westbrook 429; D. Service 441; D. Ware 409; B. Ramey 354; L. Whiteman 340. Tueday 6:15 P.M. Coleman’s 58-18; CBS 45-31; Lynn Denton 41.5-34.5; Quick Response Fire 4135; Lu’s Team 40.5-35.5; Trouble 39-33; Lucky Strikes 36-36; Twisted Sisters** 3335; Delton Pole** 28-28; Super Crips 27-49; Sister’s** 27-41; Team 12 **0-60. **Games to be made up. High Game - D. James 242; T. Daniels 237; P. Ramey 222; Shirlee V. 222. High Series - T. Daniels 588; Shirlee V. 582; L. Potter 573; Heather 570. Hastings wrestlers have six champs, win title, at Belding The Saxons are smack in the middle of the biggest week of their early season schedule. Hastings’ varsity wrestling team was slated to visit Caledonia in an important O-K Gold Conference showdown Wednesday night. The Saxons will be home on Saturday, hosting the annual L.H. Lamb Invitational. The Saxons were in action Saturday at the eight-team Belding Invitational. Hastings handily won the title, outdoing second-place Cedar Springs by 72 points. “We wrestlesd pretty well for coming off Christmas break,” said Hastings coach Mike Gogins. “Alex Auer at 119 and Jason Eckley at 171 both wrestled very well all day. Both of them came from behind to win matches in the finals by one point.” They were two of the Saxons’ six champions on the day. Brian Baum won the 130pound weight class, Austin Endsley 135, Gage Pederson 140, and Colton Marlette at 285. Mike Cross at 160 pounds, and Matt Mansfield at 189 were both second. Placing third were Colby Wilcox (145) and Collin Ferguson (152), while John Parker (103), Kenny Cross (125), and Beau Reaser (215) were fourth. Wrestling Club will have its opening night on January 12 The Hastings Wrestling Club will begin its winter youth season this month. An informational sigh-up evening and first practice will be held Jan. 12 beginning at 6 p.m. on the north balcony of the Hastings High School Gymnasium Practices will all be held there on the north balcony, on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6 p.m. to 7:20 p.m. for eight weeks. Folkstyle wrestling fundamentals will be taught, and there will be some live wrestling and plenty of fun for the third through sixth graders who participate. The cost for the Folkstyle season is $40 per wrestler, with a $100 cap per family. Wrestlers receive a club T-shirt, but not a USA or MYWA Card should they decide to compete at tournaments. Coaches for this season are Judd Sybesma, Mike Goggins, Dennis Redman, and Darrell Slaughter. Wrestlers are asked to were a clean T-shirt, shorts or sweatpants (with no zippers), wrestling shoes or high top gym shoes (no hard soles), and come with a positive attitude and a desire to learn the sport of wrestling. Contact coach Goggins at (269) 945-5290 or coach Redman at (269) 945-2223 with any questions. GRCC stays unbeaten in the Gold by topping the Trojans The second ranked team in the state in Class B, Grand Rapids Catholic Central, raced out to a big first half lead then cruised to its third O-K Gold Conference win of the season Tuesday night in Middleville. The Cougars led 24-6 after one quarter, then 38-12 at the half, on their way to a 57-28 victory over the Thornapple Kellogg varsity girls’ basketball team. Catholic Central’s star, Annalise Pickrel, led all scorers with 19 points. Her teammate Tiesha Stokes added 14 points, and Lindsay McCarty ten. Cassie Holwerda led the Trojans with ten points, and Alyssa Weesie chipped in six. Catholic Central is now 7-1 overall this season. The Trojans fall to 1-4 overall, and 0-3 in the O-K Gold. Thornapple Kellogg returns to action at home against Wayland Friday evening, then next Tuesday will visit Calvin Christian for a non-conference contest. Delton Kellogg has pair win titles at Comstock Colt Invite Delton Kellogg finished in fourth place at last Wednesday’s Comstock Colt Invitational. Petoskey’s varsity wrestling team took the title, with Grass Lake second, and Cedar Springs third at the 12-team meet. Delton Kellogg had a pair of champions on the day, with Jeff Bissett winning the 130-pound weight class and David Dempsey finishing first at 152 pounds. The Panthers’ got second-place finishes from Tyler Dempsey at 125 pounds and Trevor Curtice at 171. Paul Guenther was fourth at 140 pounds for Delton as well. The Panthers returned to action with a league dual at Constantine last night. Saturday, Delton heads to the Bangor Invitational. Next Wednesday, the Panthers’ host a Kalamazoo Valley Association dual with Schoolcraft. That night will be Parents’ Night. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-01-14.pdf ed83166d2a9caae14294598742426595 PDF Text Text Local officials rally to stop early release State legislation requires transparency Saxon grapplers top Scots, prep for TK See Story on Page 14 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 17 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 2 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, January 14, 2010 NEWS Amid uncertainties, four districts join Race to the Top BRIEFS One opts out Five food items gets free basketball ticket Thornapple Kellogg is hosting its fourth annual Trojan Food Drive this week when the Trojans take on the Hastings Saxons in basketball. During the freshmen and junior varsity boys basketball games on Thursday, Jan. 14, and the varsity boys and girls basketball games on Friday, Jan. 15, fans will be able to earn admission by bringing five cans or boxes of non-perishable food items. The TKHS athletic department and student council team up to organize the event to benefit the Fresh Food Initiative of Barry County. Otis Sanctuary hosting owl prowl, sledding party An owl prowl will be held at the Otis Bird Sanctuary in Rutland Township Friday, Jan. 15, beginning at 5 p.m. Participants will learn about the owls that are native to the area and then be led on a hike in search of these elusive birds of prey, so everyone should dress appropriately for the 60- to 90-minute program. The fee is $2 per person (children age 12 and under free). Michigan Audubon members may attend for free. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Participants should meet at the resident manager’s house. Saturday, Jan. 16, the sanctuary will host a sledding party from noon until dusk. Resident Manager Tom Funke will host this free event for Michigan Audubon. Parking is limited for both programs so participants should RSVP at 269-9485777. Otis Bird Sanctuary is located at 3560 Havens Road, approximately seven miles southwest of Hastings. From Hastings, head south on M-43 to Goodwill Road. Take Goodwill west approximately two miles to Havens; then south on Havens to the big silo. Visit the Michigan Audubon Web site at www.michiganaudubon.org for a complete listing of all programs and events for 2010. County GOP to meet Monday The Barry County Republican Party will host its first meeting of 2010 Jan. 18 at 7 p.m. in the community room of the Barry County Courts and Law Building, 206 W. Court St. in Hastings. Anyone interested in volunteering opportunities during 2010 is encouraged to attend. Free financial classes offered Whether a first-time homebuyers or those ready to buy their next home, prospective buyers are invited to walk through a step-by-step process Wednesday, Jan. 27, at 6 p.m. at MainStreet Savings Bank on West State Street in Hastings. Participants will find out what mortgage options are currently available, learn how to understand credit reports and prepare to buy the home they want. J-Ad Graphics News Service While the Hastings Area, Lakewood, Maple Valley and Thornapple Kellogg school districts have opted to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will allow them to receive funds through the federal Race to the Top grant program, Delton Kellogg schools have opted not to sign. Thornapple Kellogg and Maple Valley school districts unanimously approved the MOU, while Hastings approved a motion to allow the superintendent and the school board president to sign the document by a 5-2 vote. In Delton, the MOU was turned down 4-2. “I just don’t see great rewards in signing a binding legal document ... when they won’t even provide us with the information. For me that is just a tremendous red flag,” Scott Hodges Hastings Board of Education trustee School districts across the state of Michigan had until the close of the business day Thursday, Jan. 7, to submit a letter of intent to their respective intermediate school districts if they wished to be included in the Race to the Top (RTTT) program. A final draft of the summary the state’s RTTT application was made available online Friday, Jan. 8. Districts then had until the close of the business day Tuesday, Jan. 12, to either opt in or out of the RTTT. The $4.35 billion federal Race to the Top fund is the largest federal competitive investment in school reform in United States history. It is designed to reward states for past accomplishments and create incentives for future improvements. The final application was released Nov. 12, 2009, by the U.S. Department of Education. Selection criteria requires that applicants address state success factors in four core areas of reform that will lead to school improvement: Adoption of common standards and assessments that prepare students for success in college and the workplace and to compete in the global economy; recruiting, developing, retaining and rewarding effective teachers and principals, especially where they are needed most; building data systems that measure student success and inform teachers and principals how to improve their practices; and turning around the state’s lowest performing schools. Success factors include: The state’s comprehensive and coherent reform agenda and the ability to engage local education agencies in committing to and participating in the agenda; describing the state’s capacity to implement, scale up and sustain proposed plans; demonstration of significant progress in raising achievement and closing the gap. The goals of RTTT are to drive substantial gains in student achievement, improve graduation rates and college success, and close the achievement gap. In order to be able to apply for funds through the RTTT program, states must have approved applications under both Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the State Fiscal Stabilization Fund program and have no regulatory or statutory barriers to linking student growth and achievement to teachers for the purposes of teacher and principal evaluations. States that receive a RTTT grant are “The state is notorious for giving us money to start something then taking the money away and requiring us to keep what was started by paying for it through the general fund. When the district is facing nearly a million-dollar deficit next year, we could not turn down this potential for new money. The public would have a real problem with the district not taking this vague offer.” Kim Kramer Maple Valley superintendent required to use at least 50 percent of the funds awarded to provide subgrants to local districts and charter schools. The remaining funds will be available to the state for state-level activities and for disbursement to districts as outlined in the state’s approved plan. Individual state grants are expected to be between $150 million to $300 million. Applications for Phase 1 of the RTTT grant program are due Tuesday, Jan. 19. The Michigan Department of Education required districts that wanted to be included in the program to submit a signed MOU by Jan. 12. (Phase 2 applications are due June 1 and can be used by states that need more time to complete the application process. States that apply in Phase 1 but are not awarded grants can reapply during Phase 2 along with states that are applying for the first time. Awards are expected to be disbursed in September. If the U.S. Department of Education selects Michigan to receive funds from RTTT, the state could receive between $200 to $400 million dollars to help it and local school districts that have opted into the program to implement the new state reforms as well as those required by the federal government. Schools that have not signed a memorandum of understanding will not receive RTTT funds. Delton Kellogg Schools At a special meeting Monday, Delton Kellogg Board of Education board voted 4-2 against participating in the RTTT program. Board President Andrew Stoneburner and trustees Jason Hicks, Paul Hughes and Benjamin Tobias formed the majority, with Treasurer Marsha Bassett and Secretary Jennifer Bever casting the dissenting votes. Vice president Elizabeth Matteson was absent for the vote. According to a summary of the program discussed at the meeting, if Michigan received RTTT funding and the board supported the program, the State of Michigan would be able to monitor the level of diversification support- RACE TO THE TOP, continued on page 3 City, Rutland Twp. renew public services talks Monday evening, the Hastings City Council unanimously approved a request from Rutland Charter Township Supervisor Jim Carr to renew discussions with the City of Hastings regarding extension of public services, including sewer, water and police, to the township. In June of 2008, following months of public debate as to whether the township should contract with the city for sewer and other services, the Rutland Charter Township Board voted 5-2 to allow Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authority to provide sewer services to the proposed site of the new Pennock Hospital at the intersection of M-43 and M-37. Rutland Treasurer Sandy Greenfield and trustees Brenda Bellmore, Dorothy Flint, Bill Hanshaw and Rob Lee formed the majority, with Supervisor Jim Carr and Clerk Robin Hawthorne casting the dissenting votes. Pennock Health Services announced in November that it has put the building project on indefinite hold. In a Jan. 5 letter to Hastings Mayor Bob May, City Manager Jeff Mansfield and the City of Hastings requesting renewed discourse on the matter, Carr wrote, “It is my opinion that there has been much time and money spent on trying to get a program together for this purpose. To allow the inability to reach a conclusion when we are this close to a possible positive outcome would be apprehensible [sic] and less then [sic] our constituents would expect of us.” Carr finished his letter stating, “It is imperative that we either reach an equitable agreement within the first quarter of the new year or agree that it is not possible to answer all questions by all parties regardless of their concerns or interests. If this is not available to us then I suggest that we go on with the business at hand that can be done in the best interest of the township and city without casting a larger shadow on the progress that we have made as joint partners in the planning of our community.” Carr stated that he had been directed after a vote by the township board Dec. 9, 2009, to request renewed discussions of “options that may be available to us working as a community to facilitate coordinated growth and development for our collective prosperity.” According to the Dec. 9 minutes, Carr had suggested reopening discussion with the City of Hastings for public services. The motion was approved by a 5-1 vote with Hanshaw absent and Lee casting the dissenting vote. “How long am I supposed to sit around and wait for ‘indefinitely’ to come around?” Carr asked the township board. Baby Jesus stolen from Hastings manger site Hastings Police are asking citizens to help them in locating a stolen icon that was taken from the Christmas nativity scene on the Barry County Courthouse lawn. The baby Jesus figure was stolen sometime between Jan. 8 and Jan. 11. Its absence was discovered by the city’s department of public services crew when they were dismantling the structure for the season. The statue and crib measure 28 by 24 by 12 inches and is valued at more than $500, according to the police. Anyone with information about the theft is asked to contact the Hastings Police Department at 269-945-5744 or Barry County Silent Observer at 800-310-9031. Lee stated that he was against renewing discussions with the City of Hastings. “My understanding was that we had already voted on that and already supported Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authority,” he said. Carr responded that the board’s previous vote committed it to entering into a contract with the Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authority to provide service for the proposed hospital. However, the sewer authority would have to receive approvals from every township that the pipeline would cross (Barry and Hope) to connect its existing pipeline to the proposed hospital. He said that since he was unaware that such approval had been granted, it was in the best interest of the township to have the city as an alternative. In his communication to the city council, Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield wrote, “Certainly, ‘working as a community to facilitate coordinated growth and development for our collective prosperity,’ is one of the core underlying principles of the joint planning effort. As such, we would strongly recommend that the council not only grant us permission, but strongly encourage us to continue to do so.” Mansfield went on to say that the city and township have already spent many hours and incurred extensive fees for legal services while attempting to develop a new and untested approach to inter-governmental service provisions. “Our intent was to develop an innovative agreement that simultaneously satisfies every party’s needs and desires yet still complies with the applicable state and federal statutes,” wrote Mansfield. “But we have met with only limited success and remain challenged by several issues where we have not yet been able to find middle-ground solutions acceptable to all parties. We have also received mixed messages from township officials regarding a variety of issues, including intergovernmental service agreements. We therefore would also urge strong caution as we consider how to move forward with this issue.” In light of those comments, the council directed Mansfield to first work with Carr to establish a process “that is most likely to meet with success and require the least expenditure of additional resources.” After the first step is completed, Mansfield is to report to the council with an explanation of the things will proceed. Staff writer Bannon Backhus contributed to this report. Barry County Board adopts committee-of-the-whole structure by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At its meeting Tuesday, the Barry County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted to adopt the rules and procedures that specify how the board is to be governed this year. In doing so, the board took on a committee-of-the-whole structure. Previously, the board operated under a standing-committee format, in which the commissioners formed five different committees that were largely responsible for creating the motions, resolutions and ordinances that were later voted on by the entire board. The five committees included those that oversaw development and planning; facilities and properties; finances; law enforcement, public safety and courts; and personnel and human services. As part of the new structure, commissioners will meet as a single committee on the first and third Tuesdays of every month to discuss and create motions, resolutions and ordinances. Commissioners will continue to meet as a board on the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month. In other business, Chairman Robert Houtman announced that he was in the process of working with many of the libraries in the Barry County area to arrange to have the agendas for the commissioners’ board and committee-of-the-whole meetings regularly posted at those locations. After the meeting, Houtman explained that he already had arranged to have the agendas regularly posted at Dowling Public Library, Freeport District Library and Hastings Public Library. �Page 2 — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Application process begins for Hastings Women’s Club scholarships The GFWC-Hastings Women’s Club is offering its scholarship program for 2010 through the Barry Community Foundation online application process at www.barrycf.org http://www.barrycf.org. For the Hastings High School General Scholarship, one $500 scholarship will be given to a Hastings High School graduating female student who is in financial need and is pursuing further education at an accredited vocational/technical school, community college or university. The student is to complete the Barry Community Foundation’s online scholarship application and the additional online organization criteria that includes a copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR) from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and three personal reference letters. The student needs to work part time while acquiring education and consideration will be given to General Federation of Women’s Clubs’ family members. For the “Nontraditional Nursing School Scholarship,” one $500 scholarship will be given to a female resident from Barry County who is in financial need and who is already accepted into a nursing school program to become a licensed practical nurse or registered nurse at an accredited community college, private college or university. The student is to complete the Barry Community Foundation’s online scholarship application and complete the additional online organization criteria that includes a copy of the acceptance letter with acceptance number into the university or college nursing school; a copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR) from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); and three personal reference letters. The applicant needs to work part time while acquiring education and consideration will be given to General Federation of Women’s Clubs’ family members. Completed scholarship applications must be postmarked no later than April 1, 2010 to the Barry Community Foundation. The scholarship application is available at: "www.barrycf.org" - access scholarship then online application. The GFWC-Hastings Women’s Club Scholarship Committee will be selecting the recipients for both scholarships. For the Hastings High School Scholarship, the club will announce the selected recipient May 7 at the club-sponsored Hastings High School Senior Girls Tea. The club will also take part in the announcement at the Hastings High School Awards Assembly. The nursing school scholarship recipient, if not a Hastings High School senior, will be contacted by both the Barry Community Foundation and the Scholarship Committee. "The Hastings Women’s Club is pleased that our scholarships can help make a difference for women in our community who wish to continue on with their education right after high school graduation and for women who, after time, are continuing on with higher education" says Scholarship Committee Chairperson Donna Brown. Anyone with questions regarding the online applications can contact Erin Welker at the Barry Community Foundation, 269945-0526 or by e-mail to erin@barrycf.org. Anyone wishing membership information regarding the GFWC-Hastings Women’s Club can contact club President Ruth Hokanson at 269-367-4439. The General Federation of Women’s Clubs is an international women’s organization dedicated to community improvement by enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service. Broomball, fishing to continue at 2010 Gun Lake WinterFest by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Broomball organizer Alex Liceaga said he cannot wait to see which teams will compete Saturday, Feb. 20, during this year’s Gun Lake WinterFest. “It is amazing to see how much fun everyone has,” said Liceaga. Broomball is a fast-paced team sport in which the object is to score points using brooms to make goals. Regardless of who’s playing, the games include a lot of physical contact and lots of laughter, as well. The competition will be held at the Allegan WINTERFEST, continued on page 8 We’ll help you make the most important decision of your life easier. Hastings BPA team earns awards at regional competition Competing in the Jan. 9 regional Business Professionals of American competition are (back row, from left) Matt Feldpausch, Kevin Bosma, Keith Garber, Veronica Hayden, Erica Krouse, Nick Kovacevich, Robert Endsley, Josh Lloyd, (middle) Logan Barrett, Matt Kloosterman, Jared Bosma, Shelby Deming, Rachael Tobias, Jayson Brooks, Brian Hughes, Cody Davis (front) Morgan Stowe, Jessica Kloosterman, Melinda Kloosterman, Hayley Bishop, Brooke Blair, Victoria Cybulski. Missing from the photo are (Zach Bolthouse and Amber Friend.) Hastings High School business students attended the Business Professionals of America (BPA) Region 1 Workplace Skills Assessment Program Jan. 9. The Hastings students, along with students from other West Michigan high schools and career technical centers, used facilities at Davenport University’s Lettinga campus near Caledonia for the competitions. The 24 Hastings BPA students walked away with 23 awards. Receiving awards were: Brooke Blair (fifth in interview skills), Zach Bolthouse (first in C++ programming), Jared Bosma (second in parliamentary procedure team), Kevin Bosma (second in parliamentary procedure team), Jayson Brooks (first in computer animation team, fourth in PC servicing and troubleshooting), Cody Davis (fourth in fundamentals of Web design), Robert Endsley (second in advanced spreadsheet applications, third in database applications, fifth in parliamentary procedure concepts), Matt Feldpausch (first in advanced accounting, second in parliamentary procedure team), Keith Garber (second in parliamentary procedure team), Veronica Hayden (second in parliamentary procedure team, third in financial math and analysis, fifth in payroll accounting), Brian Hughes (first in computer animation team, second in VB.Net 2010 Your search is over...this special section will be filled with local businesses specializing in everything you’ll need to make planning your big event easier. Don’t miss this special section in the January 23 issue. For more information or to advertise in this special section contact our sales department at (269) 945-9554 “Once again our students have shown a very high level of professionalism. I’m so proud of all of them.” Tracy George, advisor represent Michigan in national competition in Anaheim, Calif., in May. Business Professionals of America is the national career/technical student organization for students preparing for careers in the business world. The organization encourages members to excel in business careers and to function in the community as responsible citizens. Development of occupational, leadership, teamwork, organizational and communication skills are all tested in the Workplace Assessment Skills Program. The Hastings Chapter of Business Professionals of America has competed for more than 20 years. Hastings has new community development specialist Jacquie McLean is the new community development specialist for the City of Hastings. Bridal Guide programming), Jessica Kloosterman (second in parliamentary procedure team, second in payroll accounting), Melinda Kloosterman (fifth in fundamental word processing skills), Nick Kovacevich (first in computer animation team) and Morgan Stowe (second in parliamentary procedure team). Fifteen of the Hastings students who competed in the regional event earned the right to advance to state-level competition, which is quite an achievement, said Tracy George, advisor for the local Business Professionals chapter. The Hastings parliamentary procedure team continued its winning tradition by placing in this event for the 12th consecutive year, she added. “Once again our students have shown a very high level of professionalism,” said George, who shares duties with fellow advisor Nancy Cottrell. “I’m so proud of all of them.” Ten Workplace Skills Assessment regional competitive events are conducted in January throughout Michigan and involve more than 4,000 high school students enrolled in business and technology classes, she said. The Hastings students, along with the winners from the other regions, are eligible to enter state competition at the Business Professionals of America State Conference in Grand Rapids in March. Winners at the State conference are eligible to by Casey Cheney J-Ad Graphics Intern Lifelong Hastings resident Jacquie McLean has taken her position for the city as community development specialist. In that post, she will provide local businesses, old and new, opportunities to grow and prosper, and she will work with different committees to move community projects forward. “It gives me great pleasure to know that I will be making a difference by promoting our city to those who wouldn’t otherwise know about our quaint small town,” she wrote in an e-mail to the Banner. “We need to be proactive in our pursuit to continue to be a community of choice — a place where citizens and businesses are willing to invest their time, money and efforts.” McLean, who graduated from Hastings High School in 1990, said she is happy to see that Hastings has maintained the small-town feeling of “knowing and trusting your neighbors and merchants.” Hastings offers great diversity that makes it “full of promise,” she added. McLean attended Kellogg Community College, transferring to Sienna Heights University where she earned a master’s degree in leadership. At Hastings Manufacturing Company, McLean worked with city officials on the River East Redevlopment concept, which she said helped her realize how much the city has impacted her and how much it has to offer. “Opportunity is not going to knock at your door. Opportunity needs to be sought out, and I am hoping to do just that in my new role,” she wrote. McLean is married to Brian McLean, also a lifelong Hastings resident, and has three children, Claudia, Joey and Julia. She said some of her favorite aspects of Hastings are the farmers’ market, boutique shops, children’s and family events, the city’s many parks, and its curbside appeal and streetscapes. She also said she enjoyed the first New Year’s Eve ball drop. “What a great way to spend our New Year’s Eve as a family, experiencing a big-city event in the comfort of our small town,” she said. McLean added that she welcomes any ideas, comments or suggestions and wants people to feel free to contact her with their thoughts. Road commission message to Hastings township is ‘not great’ by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At Tuesday’s meeting of the Hastings Charter Township Board, Brad Lamberg, managing director of the Barry County Road Commission, spoke to the board about what work it has done and will do within Hastings Charter Township, in addition to the road commission’s financial state. According to a summary provided by Lamberg, the township has partnered with the road commission in a program that allowed it to be billed for road work done within the township at a consistent rate of $65,000 over a three-year period beginning in 2009. The summary states that just under $68,000 of work was completed in 2009, with approximately $115,000 of work scheduled for this year and just over $12,000 of work to be completed in 2011. Like many other government entities, the road commission currently is in the midst of financial hardship, said Lamberg. His organization is primarily funded by the Michigan Transportation Fund, which is maintained by revenue from the state gas and diesel taxes and state vehicle registration fees. “After the last gas tax increase in 1997, our revenue (from the MTF) was approximately $4.2, $4.3 million,” he said. “It rose to a peak in 2004 of around $5 million and has decreased since then to current levels of about $4.2 million per year. ... There’s been no adjustment to the tax rates within this time; it’s a consumption issue.” Lamberg explained that, despite decreases in revenue, the cost of asphalt has risen more than 280 percent over the last 10 years. The amount necessary to fully repair the more than 1,000 miles of road within Barry County also rose, having reached just under $2 million in 2005 and approximately $7 mil- lion this year. “It’s not a great message,” he said, adding that, if the trends affecting the road commission continue on their present course, its services would necessarily be lessened. In other business, the board made several appointments for the year, naming Walker, Fluke and Sheldon PLC the township’s auditor and John Lohrstorfer, an attorney with Bauckham, Sparks, Rolfe, Lohrstorfer and Thall PC the township’s provider of general legal counsel. The board also appointed Trustee James Partridge to serve as one of its representatives on the board that oversees BIRCH Association, an organization responsible for providing fire-fighting services to Baltimore, Irving, Rutland Charter, Carlton and Hastings Charter townships. Hastings Charter Township Supervisor Jim Brown also represents the township on that board. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — Page 3 RACE TO THE TOP, continued from page 1 ed by Delton Kellogg in its hiring of men and minorities who have achieved certification through alternative methods to qualify for teaching and administrative positions. Stoneburner expressed concern that such monitoring might lead to candidates for teacher and administrative positions being hired because of their gender or minority status, instead of their academic and experiential qualifications. “I want the best people,” he said. Hicks echoed Stoneburner’s concerns about the level of government involvement entailed in the program, saying, “I’m looking at what’s going on with society and government running everything.” Larry Etter, president of the Delton Kellogg Education Association, the district’s teachers union, said he did not support the program because of the many questions it leaves unanswered. “It could turn out well. But there’s some real risks, I think, involved with it because we truly don’t know what’s going to happen,” he said. In a correspondence sent after the meeting, Etter elaborated on his concerns, writing that, despite the program’s similarity to legislation recently enacted by Gov. Granholm, there are differences. “I felt for the board of education at [the] meeting,” he wrote. “They were put into a very difficult spot through no fault of their own and made a hard decision. While a number of items have been enacted through recent last-minute legislation, the board was being asked by the State of Michigan to sign a binding contract that was incomplete. While the summary of Race to the Top appears to mirror the enacted legislation, there were differences and, in contracts, the devil is in the details. The official RTTT copy isn’t supposed to even be finalized until [Wednesday] by the state for its appearance in Washington on Thursday. To me, it is like buying a car or a home — smart individuals wouldn’t sign a contract with blanks to be filled in at a later date by the salesperson, no matter how much money was dangled in front of them.” While Etter expressed concern over the requirements that the program would place on Delton Kellogg, Cynthia Vujea, superintendent of the school system, said the requirements were similar to those prescribed by the recent legislation. “I don’t see that much difference between what you’re required to do, by law, and what’s in this plan,” she told the board Monday. “I’d rather have you, at this point, submit the MOU, so that we get the money to do this, because we’re going to have to do it anyway.” Lakewood The Lakewood Public Schools Board of Education unanimously authorized the Board President David Lind and Superintendent Mike O’Mara to sign the Michigan’s Participating memorandum of understanding at a special meeting Monday. The many “unknowns” led to much discussion. The board does not know how much grant money is involved, what “hoops” it will have to jump through to get the grant money, if Michigan will be granted some funding, and if Lakewood will receive a portion of it. In a letter addressed to Michael Flanigan, Michigan Department of Education Superintendent of Public Instruction, O’Mara and Lind wrote, “The board has neither authorized execution on behalf of the Lakewood Public Schools of the updated memorandum of understanding distributed by Michigan Department of Education on or after Jan. 6. nor authorized execution of any document that may be alleged or construed to include provisions appearing in the Updated MOU that did not appear in the original MOU. “Lakewood Public Schools and its board have not authorized and do not accept or approve the proposed unilateral amendments by the State of Michigan or its Department of Education to Section III of the Original MOU through the addition of the proposed new paragraph Nos. III (6) and III (7).” [Sections 6 and 7 have to do with unions and collective bargaining rights.] “This confirmation and clarification that the Lakewood Public Schools ‘would not (be) force(d) ... to participate in the plan if it ultimately determines that it is not in its interest to do so’ have been pivotal to our determinations, and the Lakewood Public Schools [district] is grateful for your efforts in communicating this important clarification.” Maple Valley With $1 million to cut from next year’s budget, the Maple Valley Board of Education moved forward to take part in the RTTT federal program. The board approved signing the memorandum of understanding at a previous workshop meeting. The language of the program has districts worried about consequences that could come down the road. In correspondence to the Maple Valley News, Board of Education President Teresa Allen said the district’s worries can be summed up in two words: “Unfunded mandates.” “They will affect students if we have unfunded mandates that we have to do,” said Allen. “We’ll have to make cuts somewhere else.” The language of the program leaves wiggle room for the federal government to decide how the goals and success factors will be met and how to tell when they have been reached. The board approved a resolution developed by the district’s attorney that authorized Allen and Superintendent Kim Kramer to sign the letter of intent to participate in the RTTT program. Kramer said the attorney’s resolution detailed opt-out options the district could take advantage as the full requirements of the program are developed. Allen said in her correspondence that the board has submitted the MOU but did so with some reluctance. “The board has reservations about Race to the Top, especially since there are so many unknowns,” she explained. “However, we did feel that since the mandates would be forced upon by the state (i.e., the changed dropout age), it is in our best interests to apply for the available dollars to help support our district.” Kramer said the possibility of funding is the main motivation for Maple Valley to take part in the program, despite the ambiguity of the language and possibility of unfunded mandates. “The reason — and really the only reason — that the board decided to sign on was the promise that some new money would come attached, possibly as much as $200,000,” wrote Kramer in a recent e-mail. “The worry was, first, will it really come? And second, for how long? Again, the state is notorious for giving us money to start something then taking the money away and requiring us to keep what was started by paying for it through the general fund. When the district is facing nearly a million-dollar deficit next year, we could not turn down this potential for new money. The public would have a real problem with the district not taking this vague offer.” Hastings Area Schools In its 5-2 vote Monday, Hastings Board of Education Trustee Scott Hodges and President Patricia Endsley cast the dissenting votes against signing the MOU during a special board meeting Monday, Jan. 11, the second special meeting of the board of education in less than a week dealing with the RTTT program. The first special meeting was held Wednesday, Jan. 6, when the board voted 4-1 with Hodges casting the dissenting vote, to authorize Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee and Endsley to sign a letter of intent to participate in the federal Race to the Top funding program and authorized the pair to sign the first draft of the memorandum of understanding, pending the general approval of the board. Board Secretary Jeff Guenther and Trustee Terry McKinney were absent. The motion was amended twice before its final approval. Hodges stated during the meeting that he did not like being asked to sign a legal document when there were still so many uncertain variables. “I guess I just feel more strongly that if I am going to make a decision, I want it to be a wise decision — I want to touch it, I want to feel it, I want to see it. The state is saying to us, ‘Trust us and sign on,’ and, I struggle with that ...” said Hodges. Satterlee told board members last week that after they had had an opportunity to review the information, he would either call them individually to determine whether there was general consent, or another special board meeting would be called. Another special meeting was held for Monday evening. “Rich and I talked Friday morning ... and I was not comfortable at proceeding, signing the MOU, without another meeting ... so we can somewhat discuss this and just make sure we still want to do it and we are headed in the right direction,” said Endsley. During Monday’s meeting, Satterlee noted that the state department of education still had not released its full RTTT plan. However, he noted that if Michigan does receive RTTT funds, Hastings Area Schools could receive a maximum of $123,000 lump-sum payment, or $30,000 for four years; and, regardless of whether the district signed the MOU, the district would still be responsible for complying with the new state education reforms. “Regardless of whether we sign an MOU and adopt a resolution, it doesn’t matter. Those are law now; we are going to do those things,” he said. “Those are the components of Race to the Top that will be incorporated for school districts within the state of Michigan that we’ll end up doing anyways.” Satterlee added that while $123,000 was, “a drop in the bucket,” for the district’s four-year budget, “it’s $123,000 to offset these legislative initiatives that are in place.” He also noted that with the new legislation in place, the state is very likely to receive RTTT funding. Satterlee added that “there are rumors” that more federal funds could be made available to those who opt to participate in RTTT. He said Flanigan had stated in an e-mail dated Dec. 18, 2009, that he would not force local school districts to participate in the plan if it is not in their best interests to do so. He said the original MOU had a 90-day period where districts could opt out of the plan by mutual agreement if they discovered that the Barry County kids: Some steps forward, many steps back The annual Kids Count in Michigan report released Tuesday highlights the toll the prolonged economic problems have had on Michigan’s children, particularly the youngest. The report concludes that two out of every five Michigan children under age 5 live in low-income households, and that child poverty has increased 40 percent in the past decade. In Barry County, more than one in three school-aged children receive free or reducedprice school lunches, meaning that these children are living in poverty or teetering on the edge. This represents an 18 percent increase in free/reduced lunch participants compared to 2006. The report also concludes that nearly 250 children in Barry County were confirmed as victims of abuse or neglect, an increase of 108 percent since 2000. Child abuse and neglect typically increase during times of economic stress, meaning that Barry County is not immune to the pressures of Michigan’s poor job market. “This is a very critical time for our young children and programs that keep them healthy and help them learn,” said Julie Guenther, of the Barry County Great Start Collaborative, an area group that works with the private and public sector to tailor area programs to fit the needs of local children and families. “Focus on early childhood needs has tremendous impact and is a significant investment in the economic development of our community.” The Barry-Eaton District Health Department has identified another area of concern, even before a child is born. “Like many areas across the state, Barry County has seen an increase in the percent of pregnant women who lack adequate prenatal care. One in five women don’t receive proper care,” said Anne Barna, health analyst for the health department. In addition, Barry County is ranked in the bottom half of Michigan counties on this indicator. The report indicated there are areas where improvements have been measured. Barry County has seen a steady decline in teenage pregnancies. Also, Barry County showed far more proficient fourth and eighth graders on the MEAP test in 2008 as compared to 2003. The study shows that one in five children in Michigan live below the poverty line. Michigan has endured economic decline since 2000. High unemployment, reduced wages, and increasing poverty have resulted in declining revenues available for many programs and services that support the education and physical and emotional health of children. Also impacted is quality child care and subsidies for low-income working parents. “These tough times put greater pressures on our young children, ... they also call for greater dedication and ingenuity by those of us charged with helping connect children with adequate supports for their development and well-being,” said Judy Samelson, CEO of the Early Childhood Investment Corp., a public nonprofit that oversees 55 Great Start Collaboratives across the state. The report provides detailed profiles for Michigan, each of its 83 counties, and the city of Detroit. Counties are ranked according to 17 indicators in five areas of child well-being. Kids Count in Michigan is a collaboration of the Michigan League for Human Services and Michigan’s Children. The report is released each January. The Barry County United Way, the Barry Community Foundation and Fall Creek Restaurant in Hastings have teamed up with several area businesses and individuals to raise money for the Extreme Needs Community Investment Fund. The fund, held by the Barry Community Foundation and administered by Barry County United Way, has provided $35,000 to families in need in Barry County since it was started in October 2008. The fund was created to meet the needs of people who “fall through the cracks” by helping those who qualify with heating bills or other necessities. The Extreme Needs Benefit Concert will take place Saturday, Jan. 16, from noon to 11 p.m. at Fall Creek Restaurant on South Jefferson Street. For a free-will donation at the door, the public is invited to stop in and enjoy 40-minute sets, on the hour, from SilentBark, Chuck Whiting, The Trip, Maiden Voyage, Upside Down Larry, Amprage, Grumpy Old Men, Free Lance Brothers of the Revolution, Tony LaJoye and Chugg. The bands are donating their time and talents, using sound equipment that has been provided for the event. A silent auction will take place all day to help raise funds, and Fall Creek will be donating a percent of its proceeds that day to the extreme needs fund. Organizer Liz Lonergan said everyone has been very supportive and willing to donate time, prizes or talents to raise money for the cause. She said she hopes everyone will come out and have a good time and help others in need. program would cost the district more money than it would bring in. Board Treasurer Gene Haas said he was concerned that Flanigan’s e-mailed statement was not binding and that districts might still be held to the terms of the MOU, even if it was not in their best interests. “There was supposed to be a provision in the original document (MOU) that allows us to change our mind after a specified amount of time,” noted Haas. Satterlee said the opt-out provision was not in the second MOU but in a resolution prepared by the Thrun Law Firm PC, which represents hundreds of school districts in Michigan, including Hastings. The resolution could be signed by the district superintendent and board president and be sent to the MDE with the MOU, if the board should choose to do so. Endsley said she was concerned that the RTTT program would cost the district more during collective bargaining negotiations than it would receive in stimulus money and that districts signing the first memorandum would be “grandfathered” into the second MOU whether they wanted to or not. Hodges echoed Endsley’s concerns, adding, “This is a legal document that you are entering into; and, when you enter into a legal document, you certainly want everything put in written form. I think that is where our attorneys are saying ... because of the fluidity of information and lack of information being provided, that they can’t even gives us a recommendation [to sign or not to sign] and that, in its own right, is a red flag.” Hodges also reiterated his concern that the state had provided only a summary, not a complete plan, for the local school districts to review before making their decisions. “I just don’t see great rewards in signing a binding legal document ... when they won’t even provide us with the information. For me that is just a tremendous red flag,” he said. “That information should be readily and freely available.” Endsley and Hodges expressed further concerns that the since the state had not released a complete plan, most of the money slated for public schools could be funneled into programs for failing schools, and Hastings could actually see little, if any, of the maximum $123,000 it could stand to receive. “That information is either being withheld or simply not available to us,” said Hodges. “We know what we’re getting if we don’t sign on; that’s a certainty,” said Trustee Tammy Pennington. “I go back to the original intent of Race to the Top and the goals. And, we have such difficulty with the Michigan Merit Curriculum and we debated and argued about how our students are never going to be able to do this. I remember (Hastings High School Principal) Tim Johnston standing here saying, ‘We’ll make it happen.’And, that is the leap of faith I think we need to take. I think we need to buy into the goals of Race to the Top and say, ‘You know what? I believe in these. It may be ugly getting there, but I believe in all the things that are trying to be accomplished.’” Hodges once again expressed his concern that the program would “handcuff” districts when it comes to collective bargaining. “I think there is nothing in the Race to the Top that I can disagree with,” said Endsley. It’s a nice plan. It’s a nice idea if we could really know what we were getting into and if it weren’t for these paragraphs that they added where we could be grandfathered in and there’s nothing we can do about it. Our negotiation history in this district is such that I think this could be a problem.” “You do if you look on the negative side,” countered Pennington. “On the positive side ... this is a new economy, and I think even collective bargaining units have an understanding that we need to get the job done.” While he voted in favor of the motion to sign the original MOU and letter from Thrun Law Firm PC, Haas said the RTTT program would result in more unfunded mandates. “People keep asking me how I feel about this,” said Satterlee. “Well, is the glass half full or is the glass half empty? The pessimistic side of me wants to say I don’t know if I trust them and what’s going to happen. The optimistic side says the plan is good for kids.” Thornapple Kellogg Schools At its Jan. 11 meeting, the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education approved an addendum to the MOU, which Board President Don Haney and Superintendent Gary Rider signed on Jan. 7 for the RTTT. During its Dec. 14, 2009, meeting, the board authorized Haney and Rider to research the RTTT process and sign for the district if they believed this was an important program. At the January meeting, Rider noted that no one knows yet what the outcome of Race to the Top funding will be for Michigan. As of Monday, the Michigan Department of Education was reporting that 89 percent, or 703, of the state’s public school districts had signed the memorandum. No matter who enters race, new state laws apply In order to qualify for funding through the Race to the Top (RTTT) education funding program, the Michigan Legislature approved a series of five school reforms in December 2009, which were signed into law by Gov. Jennifer Granholm earlier this month. These reforms will affect all school districts across the state, regardless of whether they receive funding from RTTT. The five Michigan education reform bills signed into law are: • Failing School Reform — would allow the state to impose reforms on or assume control of the lowest performing 5 percent of all public schools in the state, which could mean eliminating or changing collective bargaining agreements in some instances. The compulsory age of attendance was raised from 16 to 18 years of age, beginning with those slated to graduate in 2016 (this year’s sixth grade class). It also modifies the Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirements to allow students to modify their math requirements through a personal curriculum earlier in the high school career. • Public Employee Relations Act (PERA) Reform of 2009 — amends the PERA Act with regard to prohibited subjects of collective bargaining. The new legislation allows modification of collective bargaining agreements in failing schools that are reformed or taken over by the state. • Alternative Teacher Certification — revised the school code to require that the superintendent of public instruction establish a process to allow a person to earn an interim teaching certificate that would qualify him or her to teach in a public school; after three years of satisfactory performance that teacher may earn a full teaching certificate under specific provi- sions. • Multi-sectional School Aid amends sections of the School Aid Act to require Center for Educational Performance Information (CEPI) to develop a teacher identification system linking teacher and individual student performance. It also provides a waiver allowing the time a student spends taking an online class to count toward his or her regular daily attendance as a full-time student. The act also stipulates that a school board or intermediate school district ensures that all teachers and principals have adequate access to basic instructional supplies and will establish a claims or complaint process for teachers and principals who feel they do not have such access. The Michigan Department of Education would then be required to investigate the complaint and come up with a corrective plan. • Multi-sectional School Code Bill — revises the school code to create schools of excellence (a new requirement for public school academies (PSA)), allow for not more than two state-wide cyber schools, require charter school contract renewal to be based on student performance, allow PSA enrollment priority under certain circumstances, require PSA closure under certain conditions, mandate administrator certification and establish as alternative path to administrator certification, require annual teacher and administrator evaluations to be linked to student growth and performance, require teacher and administrator evaluations to be used when considering the denial or removal of tenure or certification, require that additional, merit pay, compensation be based on performance and student growth, and modify the Algebra II requirement for graduation. Fireworks planned for 70th Day-long concert will benefit extreme-needs fund Vermontville Syrup Festival At its meeting Thursday evening, the Vermontville Village Council unanimously approved a fireworks display that will usher in the 70th annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. The fireworks will be shot from the Forrest Gardner property on West Main Street, which has the necessary 280-foot-clearance radius. The show will include 244 three-inch shells, 74 four-inch shells and several Roman candles. The Vermontville Syrup Association is footing the $5,000 bill for the show. The Village of Vermontville, Maple Syrup Association and Forrest Gardner will be named on the liability insurance from Night Magic. Night Magic Displays out of Kingsbury, Ind., has been hired to administer the display on Friday, April 23. The company has provided fireworks for festivals in Olivet and Bellevue in recent years. If inclement weather prevents the fireworks display Friday, it will be moved to Saturday of the festival. �Page 4 — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Superintendent is merely the messenger To the editor: For the past three years, I have been reading the various articles in the Banner regarding the Hastings Area Schools administration. They have come from some teachers, employees and parents. This school has always been very fortunate to have an abundance (compared to many schools in Michigan) of funds and a freewheeling spending program which has included great benefits which never seemed to take into consideration that sooner or later the time would come when there might be a slowdown in the economy, which would put a stop to the golden goose. From day one three years ago when a new face came into the community who was specifically hired to put the broken pieces of the program back to a reasonable facsimile of balance, these same folks have tried to kill the messenger with the worst kinds of offensive claims. Never did any of these folks try to see how selfish they all sounded with their negative and relentless claims of skullduggery toward not only the board, but of the one delegated to help the board make some hard decisions. I am still hearing the whining and crying for those poor damaged children at Pleasantview School closing. I think the old country schools were consolidated back in about 1943 when I was starting kindergarten. Anyone with a clue could see that as an albatross of olden days and needed to go. Other parents in the community were heard crying about the horrible loss of band, choir, sports and every other thing they felt was important to their particular child. We all know these programs are important for our children’s well-rounded start to life. This is called tightening the belt, and we have seen the entire state having to make changes we do not like just to survive. I’m almost sure it isn’t over since I have seen many houses right around us foreclosed and some sitting empty still. This loss of revenue certainly is not over for the school program. I would like to see some understanding and working together rather than see you digging into things to find junk you can use to bombard the board and administration. We have certainly seen jobs lost, businesses that have gone under, and I am seeing hungry people every day who are not just those who have always been hungry, but people just like you who have worked hard and it has paid off with job loss and possible loss of homes. The hope of the entire state falls into the hands of all of us who should be able to give something up in the hope of helping us all, including all of our children in the end. Give this board and administration a chance to help and be a little more understanding of the fact that a mess was here three years ago, and you are seemingly unable to see beyond your own particular selves to what this is doing to the future of this area of Barry County. This is not the time to be pointing fingers and blaming, it is time to cooperate with those appointed to help. I say the clique is not the administration as much as a few who have always had their way and do not know how to let the good times go and make the best of a bad situation. I am saying, “Get over it,” and try to act like adults who want to help, not spoiled brats. Give the man a chance and some cooperation. You might be surprised what can be done. Please, don’t kill the messenger. Mercey Erway, Hastings (Ed. Note: Though a rural school, Pleasantview was not a one-room country school of “olden days.” It opened as a fullscale elementary school in 1958, after voters approved a millage to merge five districts and build a multi-classroom elementary school more than 13 miles south of Hastings). Write Us A Letter Proposed state legislation would require ‘transparency’ in state government We hear all the time from political leaders at all levels about their commitment to promoting transparency as part of the legislative process. Few, however, follow through with their plans to keep taxpayers ‘in the loop.’ Just last week, President Obama — after promising numerous times during his presidential campaign that he would require all health care reform legislation be open to the public on C-Span so taxpayers could see the process unfold — said CSpan would not be allowed to cover the hearings. Now, as Congress is about to finalize the legislation, the administration is back-pedaling on openness of the process. Apparently, now that Obama sits in the Oval Office, he sees how difficult the negotiations would be if the public is allowed to view the process, knowing it’s harder to make sweetheart deals with legislators if their constituents are watching. In Michigan, key state budget meetings that have historically been held behind closed doors, could be open to the public soon, under the Michigan Open Meetings Act, if proposed legislation is passed to improve transparency of the process. House Bill 5721, spearheaded by a bipartisan group in Lansing called the “Capital Caucus, which includes state representatives Dick Ball, Joan Bauer, Barb Byrum, Brian Calley, Rick Jones, Mark Meadows and Paul Opsommer. The proposed legislation, announced last week, would include such officials as the appropriations chairs, budget directors, other leaders from both parties, and of course the public. In last week’s Banner story, State Rep. Brian Calley said, “It’s inherently wrong that some of the most influential meetings on Michigan’s state budget occur behind closed doors, with no public input or scrutiny. The fact that we’ve experienced two government shutdowns during the last two budget cycles should tell all of us that changes are needed. More transparency and accountability will give people a better idea of what is going on in their government.” Under the new legislation, the public will be given advanced notice of any meetings designed to set revenue targets of appropriations for the upcoming state fiscal year. Rules will govern the location and require that minutes of the meeting will be kept and made available to the public in a timely manner, along with a public comment time as part of the negotiation process. Across the state, organizations are looking for solutions to Michigan’s economic woes. Opening up the legislative process, getting more citizen involvement will improve the system for all of us in the future. Open budget meetings should make our state legislators more accountable to the taxpayers and less likely to give in to sweetheart deals with special-interest groups. In the fall elections, we will be replacing the governor, 29 state senators and at least 34 state representatives, along with other state and local leaders. It’s a great time to change the rules under which they operate, making it less likely they return to “politics as usual.” Taxpayers should be allowed to participate in the process with open meetings and dialogue and expect accountability from elected leaders. Call your state legislative leaders and tell them you support House Bill 5721 and its goal to open up the process for Michigan taxpayers. Just this week, the county board of commissioners adopted a Commissioners to bring transparency to county government committee-of-the-whole structure of governing which, in time, should allow more transparency of the process. The board has operated under a standing-committee structure, in which commissioners form five communities that determine the direction of their respective assignments. The committees formulated the motions, resolutions and specific ordinances that are brought to the board as a whole to vote on. Under the new committee-of-the-whole format, all the commissioners will meet at a single meeting twice a month to discuss issues collectively rather than in separate committee meetings. According to newly elected board chairman Robert Houtman, “it opens transparency to the press, it gives opportunity to the public – and certainly offers better communication among all of us.” Barry County citizens should applaud county commissioners for their leadership and for moving ahead with the process, promoting public involvement by allowing them to play a role in the process while making government more accountable for its actions. By working together, rather than in five separate committees, all commissioners can participate in the discussions, promoting a more informed legislative body with the opportunity for better outcomes for county residents. Transparency seems to be the trend at the county and state level, while Congress continues to keep us in the dark, even after this administration ran a campaign on ‘change.” I guess we’re expected to accept that; some things just never change. 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Let common sense prevail in Prairieville Township To the editor: Several weeks ago, Prairieville Recall Committee treasurer Sharon L. Ford informed us in print that despite the allegations appearing on their recall petitions, the real motivation behind this group’s efforts was not nepotism, not mismanagement, not misuse of funds, etc. No, apparently we are to forget about all of that. She now informs us: “This whole recall started over the illegal firing of Officer Doster.” Having made this late-in-the-game admission, committee member Yvonne Gabos (referring to an unidentified source) more recently revealed in print the exact reason her group believes Officer Doster was dismissed. Her publication of this information raises several serious questions since such information is not common or public knowledge. For starters, just who or what is her source? Was this information revealed with Officer Doster’s prior knowledge and approval? If so, why didn’t Ms. Gabos so state instead of choosing to refer to an anonymous “someone?” If not, have not her actions blatantly violated Officer Doster’s privacy rights? Having informed us that Officer Doster was terminated because he released an intoxicated Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. driver, Ms. Gabos writes that “police” and ‘EMT” personnel stated “definitively” that the driver in question was in fact not intoxicated. Here again we have another of the recall committee’s broadly crafted statements, which, while certainly attention grabbing, is completely devoid of supporting factual information. Gabos should answer the following questions: What “police” are you referring to? State? County? On what basis was their “definitive” determination regarding the driver’s sobriety made? Is this data available to the rest of us also? If so, from whom? How did the EMTs evaluate the driver’s degree of sobriety? Are they trained to do so? Was their test covered by the driver’s health insurance policy? Or was it a freebie? Is their data available to the rest of us? Is it standard procedure for EMTs to test for sobriety? What are the criteria for determining “definitive” sobriety? Ms. Gabos concluded her letter by stating: “Suggestions that Doster was unprofessional in his duties could financially distress all Prairieville taxpayers since this could open up a libel suit.” Again, who is she alleging made these “suggestions?” She must have a source not available to the rest of us since such “suggestions” do not appear in any publicly avail- How will the November election impact us? able records regarding this matter. If she indeed attributed this to the current board members and cannot support her claim factually, well, that’s what real “libel” looks like. Since Ms. Gabos once again misrepresented the facts regarding Officer Doster’s termination by the board, let’s revisit this issue yet one more time. It is a fact that Prosecuting Attorney Thomas Evans determined that the board did commit an unintentional procedural error regarding the dismissal (i.e., the board went into a closed session to consider disciplining an employee without the request of the employee). He did not, however, find the deliberate violation of Officer Doster’s civil rights the recall committee would have us believe occurred. Recall committee’s spokesperson Bill Robinson, on behalf of his group, expressed disappointment with this decision and accused the prosecutor of not correctly enforcing the Open Meetings Act. May I suggest that since the recall committee still feels so strongly about the resolution of this issue, perhaps their collective energy and resources should be directed not toward the current board but toward Prosecutor Evans LETTER, continued on next page The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... The Nov. 2 election will determine a majority of new state senators, a third of the house as well as a new governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general. Are you concerned about the impact of the election on the state of Michigan in general and Barry county in particular? A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman Jennie McConnon, Middleville: “I think that there will be a new learning curve for those elected in November. It may take some time for issues to be decided. But a little fresh air might be good for the state.“ Hannah Sabri, Middleville: “The November election will be my first November election. It is already hard to know who to vote for. I will be looking at who will provide the best financial support for education in Michigan.” Pam Arends, Hastings: “I don’t think I’m worried about it. I think it will be okay.” Julie Ramsey, Nashville: “They need to fire everyone and put in common people who represent everyone. We can’t screw it up any more than what they’ve done already; all that we can do is repair it.” Kim Russell, Nashville: “If it’s going to make improvements, I’m all for change, especially if it’s going to help Michigan and Barry County.” Peg Schroeder, Hastings: “Not really. May the best man win.” • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — Page 5 Shared memories from Mrs. Aben Johnson The following reminiscence of the First Presbyterian Church of Hastings was forwarded to the Banner by a member of the congregation. These are the recollections of Anna May Johnson, a lifelong resident of Hastings and active community leader. Anna was born in Hastings Dec. 22, 1889, the daughter of Robert and Mary Ann (Fraser) Ironside, who were originally from Scotland. In January 1915, she married Aben E. Johnson, who in April of that year became the first president of a new business called Hastings Manufacturing Company. Among Mrs. Johnson’s many interests and recipient organizations were the YMCA Camp at Algonquin Lake, Pennock Hospital, Michigan Hospital Association, the bond movement to erect Central School, Campfire Girls, the local World War II ration board, Hastings Women’s Club and Hastings Country Club. In 1981, Anna Johnson received the Liberty Bell Award. She died Nov. 3, 1986, at age 96. Below are memories she wrote that were shared with the congregation of the Presbyterian church during morning worship July 4, 1976. ***** I remember when this original sanctuary accommodated wide rows of two pews each right down the center to the back wall. A dividing panel extended the full length, separated each pair of pews. Doors from the small vestibule opened on to either side of those pews, leading into two aisles. Along the south and north walls were rows of single pews. In front of the pews was a platform elevated 6 inches-by-8 inches which was centered by the pulpit in front of which was a small communion table. On the right side sat the stalwart souls, who constituted the choir, and closeby a small organ with pumping pedals. My earliest recollection and conscious realization of the Ironside family going to church was when I was between 5 and 6 years old. My older sisters usually took turns helping the rest of us get ready and off, then busying herself about the housework after we left. But that day we all went. I have kept a vision of my father leading us all down the aisle to the very front pew on the left side of this sanctuary, then seating the three boys and himself in the second pew. (Now our ushers From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... with Esther Walton know why I like to sit on the left side and down toward the front. Then I feel properly seated in church.) After a few years, a decision was made to build an additional room on to the original structure at the east side with the entrance on Center Street. This was called a chapel, a meeting place for the elders, the trustees, Ladies Aid Society, Missionary Society, and prayer meetings to gather. Soon someone donated a large wood-burning cookstove, others some work tables. The ladies decided, if they did part of the cooking and baking in their homes and brought it down here, they could serve some suppers and raise a little money. Those dear old ladies brought their big kettles and frying pans full of food – even their kitchen utensils, plates, cups, silverware, etc. – and prepared meals to serve the public at 25 cents a person. After some more of those successful efforts, they had enough cash to buy from one of the members, a merchant, some dishes, knives, forks and spoons at wholesale price. As soon as I was tall enough to stand at a dishpan, I accompanied my mother, to wash dishes, so there would be clean place settings for the next patrons. One of my Sunday school teachers stands out in my memory, Kittie Holbrook. We always gathered in the center seats opposite the pulpit. Miss Holbrook’s home was where the City Hall stands today [in 1976]. She started us memorizing the Lord’s Prayer, the 23rd Psalm, the Ten Commandments, the Beatitudes and the books of the Old and New Testaments. She asked us to memorize the golden texts, to find quotations from the Bible to learn and repeat to the class the next Sunday. She once presented to those of us who had done certain memorizing, little books of the New Testament in which she had written, “Remember now thy Creator, in the days of thy youth.” We all enjoyed and appreciated W. T. Wallace, a high school teacher of botany and geography. Later he was high school principal and superintendent of our Sunday School. For many years, he taught a Sunday School class of high school boys and girls, mostly girls. He always brought worth-while thoughts and discussions to our group and closed each session with a short, distinct summary of points that had been brought out. I remember well the Sunday I joined this Presbyterian church. That was the year I was assigned to be housekeeper for my older sisters and brothers. They were all working. Saturday night came and I suddenly realized no meat had been ordered for our Sunday dinner. Well, there was no reason to worry my sisters about that, I would just get up early in the morning and catch one of those hens out in the chicken coop at the far end of the garden. Get up, I did, put water on to boil for scalding the feathers, found the ax and put it by the block of wood at the edge of the garden and proceeded to the hen house. I was lucky, caught a fair-sized hen on the first grab. Getting a good hold of the legs with my left hand, I reached the wood block on which the head was placed, gave a vigorous chop with the ax and quickly stuck the neck down into the sand. A very neat job! By the time breakfast was ready, that chicken was cleaned and ready to be roasted. As I was walking down to be accepted into the membership of this church, I flippantly thought, I had in a way prepared a sacrificial offering for my family this morning. (To be continued) New year, same story Twice each year, the state holds a consensus revenue estimating conference. This is where the fiscal agencies of the House and Senate get together with the treasury department to compare previous revenue estimates with actual results. They also estimate revenues for future fiscal years. Such events are held in January and May. The January conference is mainly used to determine if any mid-year budget adjustments are necessary in order to keep the budget balanced. The main purpose of the May conference is to establish the baseline revenues for the next fiscal year budget. Since the year 2000, these events have typically brought news of impending budget deficits, and this year was no different. But there was a bit of good news included this time. In recent years, the January conference results required mid-year executive-order cuts. This will not be the case in the current budget. The revenue estimates upon which this budget was based held up well enough that we should be set through the remainder of this year. That is the good news. The bad news is that the state’s next fiscal year (starting Oct. 1) is projected to be $1.725 billion short. The state has two main pots of money: the general fund and the school aid fund. Traditionally, the school aid fund revenues have held up much better than the general fund. That is certainly true this year. Some $1.3 billion of the projected shortage is in the general fund, which is estimated to total $6.8 billion for the 2010 budget. It was $9.35 billion in 2008. The largest general fund appropriations are to Medicaid, universities, corrections, human services and revenue sharing to local governments. The remaining $425 million deficit is in the school aid fund, which is projected to come in at $10.4 billion. In 2008, it was $11.5 billion. As you can see by these numbers, the current budget already included some pretty substantial cuts due to revenue drop-offs. This year will be much more difficult. Buried in all these numbers is the prediction that revenue from state tax streams will hold steady compared to this year, and even increase slightly. The entire projected deficit is due to a loss of federal aid (aka “stimulus” money). In other words, our tax bases appear to have leveled off. We have a long climb in front of us, but I believe we have started it. In the meantime, our government will look a lot different by this time next year. Change is hard, but it is coming. I hope Michigan can make the best of it. Retired Hastings public service director reappointed to post LETTER, continued from previous page Richardson PLC for a term expiring Dec. 31, 2010. The terms of the contract include an annual retainer of $13,800 billed at a rate of $1,150 per month. Services included in the retainer include attendance at city council meetings; attendance at alternate-week meetings with Mansfield; drafting documents that require less than one hour of time; reviewing documents that require less than one hour of time; phone consultations with the mayor, department heads, city manager and other appointed officials that require less than one hour of time and are not associated with legal services provided outside of the retainer; and participation in lawsuits against the city defended through the Municipal Liability general legal services not included in the retainer, and $175 per hour for labor negotiations and general municipal services. Fees for services as bond counsel will determined on a project- by-project basis. • Approved a lease agreement from Jan. 1, 2010, until Dec. 31, 2010, with Pamela Ronchetti-Beckwith for property located at 1013 W. 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So, here again we have another letter in which a representative of the recall committee makes a broad and factually unsubstantiated allegation regarding the actions of the current board. Don’t these folks realize that such tactics reflect very poorly on them? Given all of the foregoing, does anyone really think it wise or fair to enter his or her signature on a recall petition form that – by the committee’s own admission – does not actually address the real motivation for their recall actions? If so, I’ve got a blank check I’d like you to sign. As it pertains to this whole recall movement then, let’s make 2010 the year when common sense prevails in Prairieville Township. John Hoek, Delton “new hire,” with no accrued vacation or sick time. His annual salary has been set at $62,952, $5,000 less than he earned previously. However, as Girrbach shows progress toward the achieving the goals set forth in his new job description, his pay will increase. New job requirements for the director of public services include: Improving relations with staff, improved community relations, improved staff relations with community, increased attention to public health and safety, and the evaluation of employee performance. In a later interview, Mansfield stated that it is not uncommon for municipal workers to retire and then resume their posts. “Tim didn’t really want to leave but MERS [Municipal Employees’ Retirement System] makes it very attractive for employees to retire early and then go back to work,” he said. “It used to be that city employees could say they had retired, but never stop working. Now the city policy has changed, and the employee must be separated from employment for at least 30 days; so they do it at their own risk because they have to reapply and interview for their old position, and the city is required to post the job, review applications and interview other qualified candidates. Mansfield noted that re-appointing Girrbach actually saves the city money because it no longer has to pay into Girrbach’s retirement health insurance plan, as required by his old job contract, only his active service insurance policy. Also, since Girrbach’s MERS pension is now fixed, the city no longer has to make payments into the account. “But, I want to make it clear that while reappointing Tim may save the city money, he was really hired based on his qualifications, not monetary considerations,” said Mansfield. “He really is the best candidate for the job.” In other business, the council: • Held a first reading on a proposed ordinance to regulate abandoned signs in the city. A second reading of the ordinance will be held during the next regular meeting of the council. • Approved the 2010 calendar for regular meetings of the Hastings City Council, which will be held at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Monday of each month except Tuesday, Dec. 28, instead of Monday, Dec. 27, due to the Christmas holiday. • Administered the oath of office to reelected council members Brenda McNabbStange, Barry Wood and newly elected council member Jeri Depue. • Unanimously re-elected council member Don Tubbs as mayor pro-tem. • Approved the following institutions as depositories for city funds: Charter One Bank, Southfield; Chemical Bank, Midland; Comerica Bank, Southfield; Fifth Third Bank, Grand Rapids; Firstbank West Michigan, Hastings; Flagstar Bank, Troy; Huntington National Bank, Grand Rapids; Macatawa Bank, Grand Rapids; MainStreet Savings Bank, Hastings; Mercantile Bank, Kentwood; The Private Bank, Bloomfield Hills; Union Bank, Freeport; and Wolverine Bank, Midland. • Approved the following salaries for elected officials: Mayor Bob May, $7,800 per year; Mayor Pro-Tem Don Tubbs, $2,500 per 77541572 by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Recently retired Hastings Director of Public Services Tim Girrbach will resume his post Feb. 1. Monday evening, the Hastings City Council unanimously approved a motion to reappoint Girrbach to the post which he held for 23 years prior to his resignation in November. During the interim, Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield and Hastings Community Development Director John Hart reviewed 110 resumes and applications submitted for the post, Girrbach’s among them. After reviewing the resumes and applications, Hart and Mansfield interviewed seven candidates including Girrbach. During a second round of interviews, two previously interviewed candidates and two new candidates were interviewed. In a communication to the council, Mansfield said that after the second round of interviews, they felt Girrbach was the candidate who best filled the needs of the position. “We found that the applicants generally fell into three categories: those with public works backgrounds, those with engineering/techinical/administrative backgrounds and those with other backgrounds,” said Mansfield, who added that an “ideal” candidate would have a strong public works background with substantial engineering and administrative skills. However, most candidates were strong only in one area, but not both, he said. “Tim’s 34 years of experience in public works operations certainly put him near the top in that category, and he has spent considerable time performing administrative tasks during his recent tenure of director of public services for the City of Hastings,” said Mansfield. “We did not find that any of the other candidates we interviewed possessed a set of skills and qualifications that exceeded those possessed by Tim.” Girrbach returns to his post as a �Page 6 — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Representative Assembly accepting nominations for annual awards Nominations are being accepted for two State Bar of Michigan Representative Assembly awards. The Michael Franck Award is given annually to an attorney who has made an outstanding contribution to the improvement of the legal profession. The Unsung Hero Award is presented to a lawyer who has exhibited the highest standards of practice and commitment for the benefit of others. Nominees for both awards must be members in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan. Candidate contributions may have been made during the past year or by virtue of cumulative effort or service. Nominations should include sufficient details about the nominee’s accomplishments. The Assembly’s Nominating and Awards Committee will review the applications and make a recom- mendation to the Representative Assembly. The Representative Assembly, chaired by Elizabeth Johnson, is the final policy-making body of the State Bar. The nomination deadline is Fri., Feb. 19. Online applications are accepted at www.michbar.org/programs/eventsawards.cf m. Nominations can also be mailed to: Ms. Anne M. Smith; Representative Assembly Awards; State Bar of Michigan; 306 Townsend Street; Lansing, MI 489332012. Further information on the Representative Assembly awards can be found at the State Bar of Michigan website, www.michbar.org, or by calling (517) 346-6374 or (800) 9681442 ext. 6374. Worship Together… Area Obituaries Stuart J. Benedict Kenneth Duane Keeler Carol Marlene Main 77542000 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Second Sunday after the Epiphany, January 17 - Worship 8:00 & 10:45. Sunday School 9:30; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. h t t p : / / w w w. d i s c o v e r- g r a c e . org. Rev. Mike Kemper. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Saturday - 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice; 1 p.m. Youth Scavenger Hunt. Monday - Knit Wits. Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study; 7 p.m. Deacons. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 12 p.m. Newsletter Deadline. 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 HASTINGS - Carol Marlene Main, age 70, of Hastings passed away Friday, January 8, 2010 surrounded by her family. She was born in Freeport on April 11, 1939 to Albert A. and Dorothy J. (Blough) Gronewold, the first of seven children. She was raised in Freeport and graduated Freeport High School and attended Davenport College, graduating after two years. She met Harold W. Main at the old roller rink in Hastings and they were married on December 27, 1958 in Freeport. Throughout her life she worked for several places; in the office at E.W. Bliss, as a factory worker at Hastings Manufacturing and Flexfab, and as a rag cutter at A to Z Wiper Co. Marlene was a member of the Eastern Star and Rainbow Girls, a lifetime member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and a volunteer at the Battle Creek Veterans Administration Hospital for 58 years where she and her mom made thousands of stockings for the veterans. She also loved to crochet, crossword puzzles, dancing and was a huge Elvis Presley fan. Marlene was a loving and attentive mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She is survived by her loving husband, Harold; children, Linda Rogers of Otsego and Doug (Christine) Main of Hastings; siblings, Marie Sutliff of Olivet, Brenda (James) Williams of Tucson, AZ, Denny (Lois) Gronewold of Louisiana, Helen Ven Huizen of Mt. Pleasant, Millie (Steve) VenHuizen of Battle Creek and Marcella (Billy) Potter of Hastings; nine grandchildren; seven great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Diane Michelle Main; and son, Jeffery Craig Main. According to her wishes cremation followed with burial at a later date in Freeport Cemetery. Please share a memory with Marlene’s family at www.lauerfh.com. Robert Lloyd Hinckley Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, Jan. 14 — Movie Memories “Heidi,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15 — preschool story time on the stories of Kevin Henkes, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.; Project No Homework 4 to 6 p.m. in the community room. Saturday, Jan. 16 — Teen Creative Writing Workshop, Part I, 10 a.m. to noon; Anime Club, 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18 — winter reading club begins, board of directors meeting 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 19 — toddler story time on “Goldilocks and the Three Bears” 10:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20 — Teen Royal Readers take on “Cinderella Ad-Libs,” 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information about any of the above events. Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net 77528585 B OSLEY 102 Cook Hastings The BANNER Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 945-2471 Send them 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Fiberglass Products 1401 N. Broadway Hastings Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! HASTINGS - Kenneth (Kenny) Duane Keeler, age 82, of Hastings, passed away on January 6, 2010, at Tendercare of Hastings, surrounded by loved ones. Kenny was born on November 23, 1927, in Hastings,to Arthur and Gladys (Wilkins). He attended Hastings High School. His work history included meat cutting for Kroger and Northside Grocery, manager of City Food and Beverage in Hastings and Charlotte, Barry County Lumber, retiring from the E.W. Bliss Company. Enlisting in 1950, he proudly served his country as a US Army Staff Sergeant in the Korean War. He married Margaret (Peggy) Holmes on May 1, 1954, but they later divorced. They had six children together. Kenny was an avid golfer, travelling to many states enjoying the sport. He was a proud member of the American Legion and he was well known for many years in the kitchen of the Hastings Moose Lodge, especially during Thanksgiving and during their famous fish fries. His fondest memories, up until the day of his passing, are of the many days spent up north in Luther, Michigan with his best friend from childhood, Bill Richards. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Keith, and his sister Judy Furlong. Kenny is survived by his children, Polly (Brian) Hoxworth, Mark (Joanne) Keeler, Rosemarie (Mitch) VanHouten, Kathryn (Mark) Ramsey, Beth (Tom) Watson, Timothy (Tracy) Keeler; 12 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; brothers, Donald (Betty) and Charlie; sisters, Janice (Stuart) Day and Linda (Harry) Garrison. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the American Legion, Hastings Post 45 or the charity of one’s choice. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, January 17, 2010, at 1 p.m. at the American Legion, Hastings Post 45. Burial will be on a later date at Fort Custer Cemetery in Battle Creek. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Girrbach Funeral Home This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Lauer Family Funeral Homes GUN LAKE - Stuart J. Benedict, age 82, of Gun Lake passed away in McAllen, Texas. He was born May 4, 1927 in Hastings, the son of Harold and Viola Norton Benedict. He attended school at Hastings High School and graduated in 1945. Stuart was the owner/operator of the Acme Bedding Co. in Kalamazoo (1961-1987). It is still owned and operated by the family. He was the owner/operator of Northside Grocery in Hastings (1955-1961). Stuart was a member of and sang with the “Kalamazoo Barbershop Chorus,” “Senior Ambassadors” in Mission, Texas, “Men of AChord” Chorus, in McAllen, Texas, quartet “Just 4 Kicks” of McAllen, Texas and the “Johnny Appleseed Barbershop Chorus.” He traveled around the world singing with the “Johnny Appleseed Barbershop Chorus.” Stuart was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Viola Benedict; brother, Donald Benedict; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Dawn Benedict and two newborn sons, Thomas and John. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Joyce; sons, Tim (Donna) Benedict of Mishawaka, IN, David (Kris) Benedict of Fennville and Todd Benedict of Shelbyville; six grandchildren and eight great-great grandchildren. Memorial contributions can be made to Comfort House Services, 617 Dallas Ave., McAllen, TX 78501. Funeral services were held Tuesday, January 12, 2010, at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Charles Wilson officiated the service. Burial was at Riverside Cemetery. Arrangements are by Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net) HASTINGS - Robert Lloyd Hinckley, age 43, of Hastings, passed away Jan. 10, 2010. Robert was born Feb. 24, 1966 in Hastings, the son of Ruth and Richard S. Hinckley. He attended Hastings High School completing tenth grade. He was married to Linnia Harris. The marriage ended in divorce. He had previously been employed by Stamm Equipment, Riverside Cemetery and Gavin Chevrolet. Robert enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved spending time with close friends and his two sons, Thomas and Josh. Bob was a good man with a kind heart and will be missed by many. He is survived by his sons, Joshua R. Hinckley and Thomas A. Harris; brothers and sisters, Richard (Mary) Hinckley Jr., Ann Hoffman, Sandra (Duane) Windes, Julia (Ben) Martz, Harry Hinckley, William (Teresa) Hinckley, Lucy (Wes) Tobias, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by Ruth Hinckley and Richard Hinckley and Dennis Hinckley; Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010 at 3 p.m. at 2359 Woodruff Rd., Hastings. Memorial contributions may be made to his children. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — Page 7 Newborn Babies ***** Baylynn Grae, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 4, 2010 at 8:08 a.m. to Paul and Amanda Leavitt of Hastings. Weighing 9 lbs. 13 ozs. ***** Zoey Madison, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 4, 2010 at 9:44 a.m. to Katie Wilson and Ian Carter of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs. 15 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Laila Grace, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 5, 2010 at 3:25 to Lydia Duits of Woodland. Weighing 9 lbs. 6 ozs. and 21 inches long. ***** Izabella Racquel, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 5, 2010 at 6:49 p.m. to Heather Quada and Steven King of Belelvue. Weighing 8 lbs. 2 1/2 ozs. and 21 1/2 inches long. ***** Seth Alden, born at Pennock Hospitalon Jan. 5, 2010 at 8:57 p.m. to Rachel and Craig Potter of Middleville. Weighing 7 lbs. 13 ozs. and 20.25 inches long. ***** Nolan Matthew, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 7, 2010 at 2:59 a.m. to Becky Rasey and Matthew Rasey of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 10 ozs. and 19 1/2 inches long. ***** Hailey Jane, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 7, 2010 at 5:20 p.m. to Matthew Sayer and Gloria Hernandez of Sunfield. Weighing 7 lbs. 0 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Dahnela Kay-Marie, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 7, 2010 at 7:42 p.m. to Victoria Rhodes and Robert Betancourt of Nashville. Weighing 8 lbs. 8 ozs. and 20 1/2 inches long. IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Prairieville officials’ actions raise questions To the editor: It never ceases to amaze me when people go to the press to vent, they stray from the facts and or try to interpret the facts with a slant that makes their case. Why did Prairieville Township Board Supervisor Jim Stoneburner resort to going to the Prairieville Farmers Hall of Fame to conduct an informational meeting concerning township business? Stoneburner was presented with a written request approximately one week prior to the monthly board meeting. He was specifically asked to address these questions on the next township meeting agenda. That request was for specifics concerning the board’s progress, costs incurred, and intentions going forward concerning a new township hall. Apparently, none of the questions asked were addressed. This leads back to the central question: What is going on concerning Social News 5 generations of Hallifax gather Piecing together ancient and fragile clues by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters A younger friend of mine bought a house nearby that was built in the 1880s. The structure had many shortcomings such as the ceiling over the main room that had quite an alarming sag. The new owner threw himself into major remodeling work as soon as he took possession of the home, partly just to prop the old place up. Digging into the attic, my friend unearthed layers of newspapers from the turn of the last century. When I stopped by the house, my generous contribution to all the hard work being done to reinforce rafters and crossbeams was to sit in a corner and read the old papers. Newsprint doesn’t age well. Some of the newspapers dug out of the attic have fallen apart into a few pieces, while others have crumbled into hundreds of individual bits. One arresting story I could read fully on some big fragments of paper was about several murders at a farmhouse. It was clear from the story the authorities didn’t have a full theory about what had happened at the farmhouse — and perhaps they never understood it. Modern forensic scientists could go to work on the old tragedy if they had physical evidence such as bloodstains preserved from the scene 130 years ago. But the scientists would have to go about some of their work differently than they would on a recent murder case. And therein lies an interesting story. Just as newspapers can crumble to pieces over time, so can living molecules. DNA is a long string of chemicals — a bit like a chain that’s been wrapped around a pole again and again. Over time, links of the chain are likely to fall apart. Let’s say you had a bloodstain from a historic murder scene, or even better (from a geologist’s point of view), some blood and fur from a beast that lived in the Ice Age. How could you gather genetic information about the material if the long DNA chain is now missing some links? The answer lies in the fact that DNA is in each and every cell that’s present in the sample. It’s a bit like having many, many copies of the exact same issue of an old newspaper. If I had many copies of the same newspaper from a specific date a century ago, I could likely recreate each and every word that was published on that day, just by piecing together different parts of the paper from all the copies available. A particular copy of the paper might be missing the top corners of page A2, but some other copies would have that corner intact. So, using some information from a number of different copies, I could piece together the whole paper. Using the same logic, scientists have developed ways to use a computer to compare all the broken bits of the DNA chain they analyze from different cells in the same sample. The computer, so to speak, lays out the short pieces of chain, looking for sections that are identical to other sections. By doing many such comparisons, the computer can recreate the whole long sequence, just as I could do with many issues of the same old newspaper. Professor Brian Kemp of Washington State University investigates matters like the DNA of 10,000-year-old human remains found in Alaska using this type of approach. In previous studies, Kemp has linked the DNA from ancient human remains to those of native people living in areas from California to South America. What we find in both modern and ancient samples are variations on the same basic theme: the DNA of tribal groups here in North America have much in common with people native to Siberia and Mongolia. That fits nicely with the archeological evidence that North America was peopled by folks who came from northeast Asia during the waning stages of the Ice Age. Investigating prehistoric human migrations through ancient genetic evidence is just one of the avenues now open to us by piecing together many fragments of copies of preserved DNA. Such work was unthinkable just a generation ago, but it’s now becoming routine. Stay tuned for more news from prehistory. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard universities. Follow her on the Web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Sciences at Washington State University. Marjorie born March 1925, Michael December 1947, Laurie Hallifax-Greer September 1968, Kelseay March 1991 and Karleigh Hallifax-Snell born December 10, 2009. The family gathered for the photo when Karleigh was one week old at the 1868 Centennial farm belonging to Marjorie’s grandparents Peter and Ollie Vander brook. Photo by Rose Hendershot of Photographic Memory, Hastings this issue? The board appears to be in stealth mode and continuing on the same path it has been on since the beginning of the recall process. Why was another special meeting held to accept Sharon Ritchie’s resignation? Why was Sharon Ritchie, who recently resigned her position as trustee on the township board, apparently speaking for the board? Why did Sharon Ritchie send an e-mail on March 25, 2009, at 8:54 a.m. to Fred Glomb at the computer company CRT in Battle Creek, telling them to keep all correspondence concerning the computer upgrades in confidence between herself and Jim Stoneburner? This e-mail was marked “sensitivity confidential” and it was carbon copied “ CC” to Jim Stoneburner. The alleged $20,000-plus in legal fees that Stoneburner attributes to Freedom of Information Act requests needs to be placed squarely on Jim Stoneburner’s shoulders. He is the designated person in charge of FOIA requests for the township. The law is very specific in this regard; with few exceptions, he should be able to comply without the aid of the township lawyer. Could it be that he is deliberately trying to run up a large legal bill specifically for the purpose of blaming that bill on the recall committee? Or is he just not doing the job he was elected to do? The FOIA requests are the direct result of the township board’s reluctance to release the citizens’ recorded information. Those records are not their personal property. The board is only the custodian of those records. It seems the board doesn’t understand that very simple point. In regard to my comments concerning the county prosecutor, he was elected to do a job. Consider the following: Someone hits a person on the street with a vehicle and then uses as a defense, “I really didn’t mean to.” Will the prosecutor then decide that it really wasn’t intentional? Or does this only pertain to a Republican-elected prosecutor and a “ Republican-elected township board?” The scales of justice just might be out of balance in this instance. In regard to police officer Mark Doster being fired, Jim Stoneburner sent a letter to Doster on Sept. 5, 2008, that stated, under Section 8 of the Michigan Open Meetings Act, Doster had the right to request a closed hearing. Then on Sept. 22, 2008, the board held a proper meeting complete with proper minutes. Doster requested a closed hearing and had legal council present. Why on July 08, 2009, just 10 months later, did the board do what they did? Three of those board members participated in the Sept. 22, 2008, township meeting. Do any of the bleeding hearts that are trying to protect their friends on the WIN FREE PIZZA! board have any idea what that travesty could possibly cost the township? Is Stoneburner’s memory that short? He needs to be replaced. The board claims that nothing happened at the July 8, 2009, improperly called, closeddoor session concerning Doster. Their claim is that they only read a letter from the under sheriff. The closed-door session took 47 minutes — they expect us, the community, to believe this baloney? Stoneburner was asked at a subsequent open meeting if there were any other actionable items in that letter. His answer was “no.” We have that letter, and by our count, there were five actionable items yet only one item was acted on. Not all items in that letter were aimed at Mark Doster. Why was Officer Doster singled out? Who else was mentioned in that letter? Who would have benefited from the termination of Doster’s employment at the township? How did it happen that Prairieville Township Police Chief Larry Gentry was in possession of the contents of that “confidential investigative report” from the under sheriff a week before the letter got to Stoneburner? Reference the email dated June 26, 2009, at 7:20 p.m. from Gentry to former township treasurer Vicky Nottingham. Former trustee Vicky Nottingham’s e-mail dated Jan. 20, 2009, at 9:29 a.m., alluded to the people on the board violating the Open Meetings Act. What other discrepancies might she have witnessed? Could it be that she knew what was coming and did not want to be part of it? Why have six people resigned from the township this year? Is it possible that something really bad still hasn’t come to the surface? Sharon Ritchie, has been quoted in newspapers saying, “the inability to have concerns discussed at board meetings caused me to resign.” It was very evident that there was a lot of friction between board members at the township hall open meetings. Who could have precipitated this situation? Who on the board is relatively new and when did the resignations and internal troubles really begin? The tax-paying citizens of Prairieville Township are probably unaware that they no longer have an elected quorum on the township board. Stoneburner has appointed three of the current five members of the board. This provides food for thought for those who care to contemplate the possibilities. Bill Robinson, Prairieville Township “ S t r etchi n g ” “Your repair dollars go further at” THISS AUTO Hastings • Mechanical Repairs & Service Best Value! up to 5 qts oil 1488 $ • Lube, Oil & Filter Northside-pizza.com from • Front End Alignment $ 77542252 most cars 3495 Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic Mon.-Fri. — 9:00-5:30 Sat. — 9:00-3:00 • Collision & Auto Body Repair Insurance or Customer Pay 1117 W. 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Weighing 8 lbs. 9 ozs. and 21 inches long. �Page 8 — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Free tax help available at Commission on Aging in Hastings The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service provides free tax assistance to middle and low income taxpayers with special attention to those aged 60 and older. Volunteers are trained to complete basic tax forms and answer tax questions. The service is available by appointment in Hastings at the Barry County Commission on Aging starting Feb. 2. One hour appointments are available between 12:30 and 3:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays until April 15. Taxpayers are required to bring the following: • Copy of 2008 income tax return(s). • W-2 forms from each employer. • Unemployment compensation statements. • SSA-1099 form if you were paid Social Security benefits. • All 1099 forms (1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099-B, 1099-misc, 1099-R, etc.) showing interest, dividends, pensions, annuities, miscellaneous income, etc. as well as documentation showing original purchase price of sold assets. • All forms indicating federal income tax paid. • Dependent care provider information (name, employer, ID, Social Security number). • All receipts or canceled checks if itemizing deductions. • Social Security cards or other official documentation for yourself and all dependents. • If eligible for any Michigan tax credits, taxpayers should also bring 2009 property tax receipts, rent receipts and heating cost receipts. • Taxpayers should have available a valid picture ID. Appointments may be made by calling (269) 948-4856 during the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Barry Commission on Aging is located at 320 West Woodlawn in Hastings. Stay informed on local events... Subscribe to The BANNER! Call... 945-9554 NOTICE OF MEETING DATES FOR THE FOLLOWING GROUPS Barry County Planning Commission will meet on the following dates or at the call of the chair. The meetings start at 7:00 pm. January 25, 2010 February 22, 2010 March 22, 2010 April 26, 2010 May 24, 2010 June 28, 2010 July 26, 2010 August 23, 2010 September 27, 2010 October 25, 2010 November 22, 2010 December 13, 2010 Barry County Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on the following dates or at the call of the chair. The meetings start at 7:30 pm. January 12, 2010 February 9, 2010 March 9, 2010 April 13, 2010 May 11, 2010 June 8, 2010 July 13, 2010 August 10, 2010 September 14, 2010 October 12, 2010 November 9, 2010 December 14, 2010 The meeting room for both groups is in the Community Room of the Courts & Law Building located at 206 West Court Street, Hastings, Michigan. The County of Barry will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon ten (10) days notice to the County of Barry. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the County of Barry by writing or call the following: MICHAEL BROWN - COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR 220 WEST STATE STREET, HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 945-1284 77542003 CITY OF HASTINGS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Hastings Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, February 1, 2010 at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Planning Commission to hear comments and make a determination on a proposed rezoning of a parcel to the northwest of the intersection of East North Street and Briar Hill Drive as represented on the following map: Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of Financial moves for the newly single We can’t always escape the sad events in our lives — but we still need to carry on. Obviously, for a married person, a divorce or the death of a spouse is a traumatic event. But if either event happens to you, you’ll need to make some financial moves to keep your life on track. One step you’ll need to take is to examine your income stream. Will you be able to collect alimony or life insurance proceeds? If so, you’ll want to factor these proceeds into your overall financial strategy. And if you’re employed, and you don’t have disability income insurance, you may want to consider it, because if you should become sick or injured and cannot work, you could face difficult times. Your employer may offer a shortterm disability policy as an employee benefit, but it might not be sufficient, so you may need to consider adding additional disability coverage on your own. Of course, even as you consider your cash flow needs for the present, you’ll still have to plan for your future — including your retirement. When you were married, you may not have been contributing as much as you could afford to your 401(k), particularly if your spouse was fully funding his or her retirement plan. And if your spouse had an IRA, you might not have felt the need for one, too. But now that you’re solely in charge of your own financial destiny, you’ll need to consider putting as much as you can possibly afford into your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan, along with your IRA. Because a 401(k) and an IRA offer significant Parcel Number 55-055-001-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 E NORTH ST SECTION 8 - NW 1/4 BEG SE COR LOT 85 HASTINGS HEIGHTS ADD, TH N 170 FT, TH W 330 FT, TH N 247.81 FT, TH E 480.79 FT, TH S22ºE 242.92 FT, TH ALG A CUR TO THE RIGHT OF 288.46 FT RAD FOR 118.31 FT, TH S1º W 80 FT, TH N 88º W 270 FT, TO POB. Written comments will be received on the above request at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269-945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk tax benefits, they are great vehicles in which to save for retirement, so you should consider taking full advantage of them. And speaking of your 401(k), IRA and other investment accounts, you may now need to change the beneficiary designations. These designations may even supersede the instructions on your will, so it’s important to keep them current. Apart from taking these steps, what else should you do to make sure you position yourself to meet your own goals? For one thing, you may need to review your overall investment mix, both inside and outside your retirement accounts. When you were married, you and your spouse may have established a portfolio based on a combination of your risk tolerances and time horizons. But now you’ll need to determine if your existing asset allocation truly reflects your needs, preferences and aspirations. A professional financial advisor can help, so if you don’t already work with one, now might be a good time to start. One final suggestion: If you have children at home, make sure your life insurance coverage is sufficient. You’ll want to help make sure your children will be provided for, should anything happen to you. There’s no sugarcoating the pain and difficulties that can accompany the loss of a spouse through death or divorce. But by making the right financial moves, you can help make life a little easier for yourself and your loved ones. This article was written by Edward Jones on behalf of your Edward Jones financial advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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One of the shortest census forms created since the census was first conducted in 1790, this year’s form should take only 10 minutes to complete. The form will ask for name, gender, age, race, ethnicity, relationship and whether the householder is an owner or renter. People with more than one residence should be counted only at the residence where they spend the largest part of the year. By filling out your census form accurately and returning it by the deadline, you and the members of your household will be counted in the national census, which is used to determine representation in the U.S. House of Representatives, allocate seats in the state Legislature, and influence how the federal government allocates more than $400 billion to states and communities. Census data is also used to: - guide planning for new hospitals, roads, job training centers, schools and more; - determine the need for additional social services, block grants and other grant programs essential to many communities; - provide information to ascertain the need for local initiatives, such as after-school programs or community action projects; and, - help businesses identify where to locate factories, shopping centers, banks and offices, which often can lead to new jobs. The U.S. Constitution requires a national census be conducted once every 10 years. In accordance with law, the Census Bureau cannot share an individual’s questionnaire responses with anyone. For more information about Census 2010, contact your municipal clerk or go to www.michigan.gov/census2010. OSA encourages Michigan snowbirds to claim state as permanent home The Office of Services to the Aging is reminding older adults who go south or somewhere warmer for the winter (often known as snowbirds) to claim Michigan as their permanent home by following certain procedures that are part of the 2010 national census. If snowbirds fail to claim Michigan as their permanent home, they will be counted as citizens of the other state, which could result in Michigan losing millions of federal dollars. For each Michigan snowbird who is not counted as a state resident, Michigan will lose a per capita census-adjusted allocation of more than $1,000 a year for each of the next ten years, or more than $10,000 per person. This will reduce funding for federal programs WINTERFEST, continued from page 2 The property is proposed to be rezoned from R-R (rural residential) to R-1 (one family residential). Legal description of said property is: EDWARD JONES County Park on Patterson Road, about two miles south of M-179. Teams must have 6 to 12 players. A fee of $60 per team is due with registration forms which must be signed by all team members prior to the games on Feb. 20. Forms are available at the Barry County Chamber of Commerce during business hours at 221 W. State St. in Hastings. Anyone who would like to register a team may call the Chamber at 269-945-2454 and request a form via e-mail. For more information about broomball, call Liceaga at 269-672-5886. The Gun Lake WinterFest fishing contest will take place at Gillette’s at 12258 Marsh Road Saturday, Feb. 20. The contest begins at 8 a.m., and entry fish must be returned between 2 and 3 p.m. Registration is at Gillette’s. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children under 17 years old. First, second and third place for adults will be awarded for the largest pike. Children will get first, second and third place for the largest bluegills. For more information about this year’s WinterFest, including the comedy show on Friday, Feb. 19, at 8 p.m. at the Orchard Hills Golf Course, call the Chamber at 269-9452454. that directly affect Michigan older adults and individuals with disabilities including services such as home delivered meals, health care, senior employment, transportation, legal assistance and elder abuse. It is estimated that about 200,000 Michigan residents were counted as living elsewhere in the 2000 Census. Even though our state has experienced a mild decline in population growth since then, Michigan actually will show a substantial increase in population growth if all snowbirds are counted correctly in the 2010 Census. In February and March, snowbirds will receive their 2010 U.S. Census forms at their temporary residences in the south, and they will be asked to complete and return the forms. To avoid being counted as residents of another state, snowbirds must enter zero on the census form as the number of people living there and then leave the rest of the form blank. It also is recommended that they write “Usual Residence Elsewhere” so that the Census Bureau will know the reason for entering a zero. For more information, you may call the Office of Services to the Aging in Lansing at 517/373-8230 or visit the Web site at www.michigan.gov/miseniors. Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them The BANNER To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held by the Prairieville Township Zoning Board of Appeals on February 3, 2010 at 7:00 PM at the Prairieville Township Hall, 10115 S. Norris Road, within the Township. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the item(s) to be considered at this Public Hearing include, in brief, the following: 1) A request by Brian Hadfield, 12406 Sunset Point Drive, Plainwell, MI 49080, for variance approval from the front setback requirement applicable to waterfront lots set forth in Section 4.24., Zoning Ordinance. The subject property is located at the above address (Lot 30, Supervisor’s Plat of Sunset Point) and is within the “R-2” Single family and Two Family, Medium Density, Residential District. 2) Such other and further matters as may properly come before the Zoning Board of Appeals for this meeting. All interested persons are invited to be present or submit written comments on this matter(s) to the below Township office address. Prairieville Township will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Prairieville Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Prairieville Township Clerk at the address or telephone number set forth below. 77542240 Jim Stoneburner, Township Supervisor 269-623-2726 10115 S. Norris Road Delton, MI 49046 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — Page 9 Lake Odessa The Lake Odessa Historical Society will meet tonight at 7 p.m. at the Freight House. The program is being carried over from December when the weather was too horrible for people to meet. This will be the annual show-and-tell time. Bring an item or two with no particular theme. Last month Christmas items were suggested; that can be a choice this time, but any item of historical interest will suffice. The next big event for the society will be the annual quilt and textiles show Saturday, Jan. 30, and Sunday, Jan. 31. Next month, for the first time ever, there will be an art show. Visitors and guests are always welcome at society meetings. On Saturday, ladies from Lake Odessa Central and Hastings Methodist churches, among others, attended the annual Epiphany breakfast at Mason United Methodist Church. They enjoyed their brunch, seasonal music, violin music and speaker Nancy Fancher who spoke on gifts of the Magi. Sue Balderson of Hastings is Lansing district president of United Methodist Women. She extended greetings to those present. At Central United Methodist Church the congregation was surprised Sunday by the appearance of Rev. Shelley Wisner-Long in the pulpit substituting for their pastor. Rev. Eric Beck who was confined to home. She and her husband are Kalamazoo residents where he is the associate dean in the school of speech at Western Michigan University. She is an ordained minister but not currently under appointment. The Ionia County Genealogical Society met last Saturday at the Freight House with 37 present. The attraction was a speaker from Eaton Rapids whose topic was “A Day In The Life of a Civil War Soldier.” Two of his reen- actor friends came along and added much to his narrative. He had interesting slides of charts and photos, some old and some new. They brought two regimental flags which they unfurled at the close of the presentation. With one visitor taking the role of a commander, they proceeded through the Manual of Arms as would have been done in Civil War times with their caps, powders and other segments of the ammunition use. They also demonstrated the ritual for mounting their bayonets. Sonya McCarty and Pat Curringan provided refreshments. The new house of Linda Swift on Lakeview Drive is now totally enclosed. On a cold day, one can see steam coming from the vent pipe. There is a new sign at the foot of the hill on Sixth Avenue. The intersection of Lakeview Drive and Sixth Avenue is a three-way stop. Until now, the Sixth Avenue traffic coming down the hill had the right of way onto either part of Lakeview Drive. This is a change since the street was redone this past summer and fall. The final coat of tarvie is to be laid next summer. Until then, all traffic has a smooth surface on which to drive even if it is an inch or so below the driveways and Fourth Avenue. A temperature reading of 9 degrees F. is probably the coldest yet this winter. That was the reading on Tuesday morning. Visitors at the genealogy meeting on Saturday included two ladies from Middleville who were interested in the topic and Slayton relatives of the speaker from Smyrna who live on a centennial farm. For reenactments, the speaker of the Saturday meeting takes the role of the Ionia County Mr. Slayton who served his country in the Civil War. Red Cross releases $200,000 to help after earthquake in Haiti The American Red Cross has pledged an initial $200,000 to assist communities impacted by Tuesday’s earthquake in Haiti and is prepared to take further action as local responders assess the situation. “Initial reports indicate widespread damage in Port au Prince, with continuing aftershocks,” says Tracy Reines, director of international disaster response for the American Red Cross. “As with most earthquakes, we expect to see immediate needs for food, water, temporary shelter, medical services and emotional support.” The organization Cross has made available all of the relief supplies from its warehouse in Panama, which would provide for basic needs for approximately 5,000 families. In addition, it is deploying a disaster management specialist to Haiti and has additional disaster specialists on standby if needed. The American Red Cross has an extensive partnership with the Haitian Red Cross, which is expected to lead the Red Cross response to the earthquake. The American Red Cross has staff on the ground in Haiti who provide ongoing HIV/AIDS prevention and disaster preparedness programs. At this time, they are working to obtain more information on the situation. The Haitian Red Cross was founded in 1932 and is one of the primary organizations in the country responding to disasters. Although earthquakes are less common, Haiti is frequently impacted by hurricanes including those in 2008, and the Haiti Red Cross has developed experience in disaster response due those disasters Anyone concerned about a U.S. citizen living or traveling in another country may call the U.S. Department of State at 888-407-4747 for assistance. Otherwise, they are encourage to continue to try to reach their friends or loved ones via telephone, social networking sites or through someone outside the disaster zone. “We know that telephone lines are down, so we ask that you remain patient and try again often,” said Reines. “You can help the victims of countless crises around the world each year by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross International Response Fund, which will provide immediate relief and long-term support through supplies, technical assistance and other support to help those in need. Donations to the International Response Fund can be sent to the American Red Cross, PO Box 37243, Washington, D.C. 20013 or made by phone at 800-REDCROSS or 800257-7575 (Spanish) or online at www.redcross.org. Donors may also text “HAITI” to “90999” and a donation of $10 will be given to the Red Cross to help with relief efforts. CITY OF HASTINGS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Hastings Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, February 1, 2010 at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Planning Commission to hear comments and make a determination on a proposed rezoning of several parcels in the northeast corner of the City of Hastings as represented on the following map: NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held January 10, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77540795 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sa THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTAC BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITAR ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclo your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the b interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions o Bloomberg and Todd A. Bloomberg AKA Todd Andrew Bloomberg, He National City Mortgage Services Co., Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2003 instrument 1109047, and assigned by said Mortgagee to National City mented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Nine Thousand Eight Hundre ($89,889.25), including interest at 7.55% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statut notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale o part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry Coun That part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 and the Northwe town 2 North, range 10 West described as; Commencing at the North the Southwest 1/4; thence South 313.5 feet along the East line of said to the point of beginning; thence Westerly 517 feet parallel with the Southwest 1/4; thence South 240 feet parallel with the East line of thence East 517 feet parallel with the North line of said Northeast 1/4 414 feet, more or less, along the South line of the North 553.5 feet of 1/4 of said section to the centerline of Lindsey road; thence Northerly 24 terline to the South line of the North 313.5 feet of said Northwest 1/4 of 367 feet, more or less, along said south line to the point of beginning. Except Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of section 29 Town 2 North, ra Barry County, Michigan; thence South 88 degrees 44 minutes 00 secon and West 1/4 line of said section 29 to the center 1/4 corner of said s 48 minutes 00 seconds East 239.15 feet along said East and West 1/4 l thence South 14 degrees 25 minutes 03 seconds 279.61 feet along sa memory lane and the true point of beginning: thence South 82 degrees feet along said Northerly line; thence continuing 176.48 feet along said tangent curve to the left, the radius of which is 60.00 feet, the central an utes 21 seconds and the chord of which bears South 82 degrees 11 min thence South 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds West 850.97 feet to the southwest 1/4 of said section 29; thence South 00 degrees 42 min along said west line; thence South 88 degrees 49 minutes 40 seconds northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said section 29; thence North 0 East, 546.68 feet; thence North 41 degrees 07 minutes 30 seconds, 26 10 minutes 28 seconds162.85 feet to the Southerly line of memory lan utes 50 seconds East, 485.74 feet along said Southerly line to said cen 14 degrees 25 minutes 03 seconds West 86.44 feet along said cente taining 22.23 acres of land more or less. together with and subject to a ingress, egress and public utilities purposes appurtenant thereto for m description of memory lane a private easement for ingress, egress, and as: commencing at the West 1/4 corner of section 29, Town 2 North, Ra Barry County, Michigan; thence South 88 degrees 48 minutes 00 secon and West 1/4 line of said section 29 to the center 1/4 corner of said s 48 minutes 00 seconds East 239.15 feet along said East and West 1/4 l thence South 14 degrees 25 minutes 03 seconds East 279.61 feet alon beginning; thence South 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds West 68 the arc of a non-tangent curve to the left, the radius of which is 60.00 fe degrees 16 minutes 02 seconds and the chord of which bears South West 88.99 feet; thence North 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds Ea Lindsey road; thence North 14 degrees 25 minutes 03 seconds West 6 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption perio such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #193371F02 The property is proposed to be rezoned from R-R (rural residential) to R-1A (one family residential). Legal description of said property is: 55-055-070-00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1919 N BROADWAY ST A PARCEL OF LD LOC IN NW 1/4 SEC 8 T3N R8W, DESC AS COMM AT A PT 60’ E & 300’ S OF SEC COR COMMON TO SEC COR 5,6,7 & 8 T3N R8W POB, TH E 251’, TH S 200’, TH W 251’, TH N 200’ TO POB. ALSO: COMM AT NW COR SEC 8 T3N R8W, TH S 340’, TH E 311’ FOR POB, TH E 125.5’, TH S 160’, TH W 125.5’, TH N 160’ TO POB. ALSO: COMM NW COR LOT 111 OF HASTINGS HEIGHTS, TH S 88 DEG 30’E 278’; TH N TO PT 500’ S & S 88DEG 46’E 311’ FM NW COR SD SEC 8, TH N 88 DEG 46’W 278’, TH S TO POB. SUB TO HWY EASMENT OVER W’LY 27’ OF LAST DESC. EXP. COMM AT NW COR OF SEC 8, T3N, R8W, TH S 300’, TH E 60’ FOR POB, TH E 251’, TH S 40’, TH W 251’, TH N 40’ TO POB. 55-055-172-00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1935 N BROADWAY ST THE N 500 FT OF THE NW 1/4 SEC 8 T3N R8W EX ANY PORTION THAT IS W OF OR S OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LINE: COMMENCING AT THE WE COR NW 1/4 SEC 8 FOR POINT OF BEGINNING TH E 33 FT TH S 300 FT THE E 27 FT TH S 40 FT TH E 376.5 FT TH S 160 FT TO THE POINT OF ENDING. CONTAINS 28.23 AC 55-135-001-00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800 BACHMAN RD CITY OF HASTINGS N 1/2 NE 1/4 SEC 8-3-8. 55-085-016-00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 719 E WOODLAWN AVE CITY OF HASTINGS SE 1/4 OF NE 1/4 SEC 8-3-8. 55-085-001-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 700 E WOODLAWN AVE BLK BEG AT A POINT ON THE E AND W 1/4 LI SEC 8 T3N R8W CITY OF HASTINGS; TH N89DEG 34’04inW 564 FT FROM E 1/4 COR SD SEC; TH S00DEG 13’46inW 330 FT; TH N89DEG 34’04inW 255 FT; TH S00DEG 13’48inW 608.89 FT; TH N89DEG 40’01inW 847.24 FT; TH N00DEG 19’54inE 940.35 FT TO SD E AND W 1/4 LI; TH S 89DEG 34’04inE 147.99 FT ALONG SD 1/4 LI; TH S00DEG 34’20inW 213.55 FT; TH S89DEG 28’11inE 169.05 FT; TH N00DEG 29’54inE 213.84 FT TO SD E AND W 1/4 LI; TH S 89DEG 34’04inE 783.81 FT ALONG SD 1/4 LI TO THE P.O.B. CONTAINING 19.36 A SUBJ TO VARIABLE WIDTH ROW FOR WOODLAWN AVE. (01) 55-085-015-00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 520 BACHMAN RD BEG AT A PT ON E & W 1/4 LINE OF SEC 8, T3N R8W, WHICH LIES N89º47’W 1338.6 FT FROM E 1/4 POST, TH NORTH 165FT, TO POINT OF BEGINNING. TH S89º47’W 165 FT, TH N 153.94 FT, TH S 89º13’ E 165 FT, TH S 152.07 FT, MORE OF LESS, TO POB. CITY OF HASTINGS. 55-085-014-00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 613 E WOODLAWN AVE SE COR OF SW 1/4 OF NE 1/4 SEC 8, T3N R8W, CITY OF HASTINGS, 330FT N & S BY 264FT E & W. EX E 165FT THERE OF. 55-055-077-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 609 E WOODLAWN AVE CITY OF HASTINGS 609 E. WOODLAWN AVE COM AT THE SW CORNER OF THE SW 1/4 OF NE 1/4 SEC. 8-3N-8W, TH E 488 FT., TH N 338 FT., TH E 258 FT., TH S 338 FT., TH W 258 FT., TO P.O.B. 55-055-077-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 600 E WOODLAWN AVE BLK COM AT THE SW COR OF THE SW 1/4 NE 1/4 SEC 8 T3N R8W TH E ALG E & W 1/4 LN 198 FT TO P.O.B.: TH N 800 FT TH E 350 FT TH S 462 FT TH W 60 FT TH S 338 FT TO E & W 1/4 LN TH W ALG SD LN 290 FT TO P.O.B. CONT 5.99 AC. EX THE W 100 FT OF SD PARCEL 55-055-077-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 605 E WOODLAWN AVE BEG AT A PT ON E & W 1/4 LINE OF SEC 8, T3N, R8W, CITY OF HAST, W, 2342.59 FT FROM E 1/4 COR SD SECT 8; TH W 100 FT ALG SD E & W 1/4 LINE; TH N 00 DEG 06’40in W 800 FT PARALLEL WITH N & S 1/4 LINE SD SEC 8; TH E 100 FT; TH S 00 DEG 06’40in E 800 FT TO POB SUBJECT TO HWY R.O.W FOR WOODLAWN AVE, AND ANY OTHER EASEMENTS OR RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD CONT. 1.84A 55-055-076-00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 603 E WOODLAWN AVE W 6 ACRES SW 1/4 OF NE 1/4 SEC 8, T3N R8W. EX COM AT SW COR OF SW 1/4 OF NE 1/4 SEC 8 T3N R8W, TH E 98 FT, N 225 FT, W 98 FT, S 225 FT TO BEG, EX A PARCEL OF LAND IN NE 1/4 SEC 8 T3N R8W, DESC AS; COMM AT E 1/4 COR OF SEC 8, TH N89º56’32inW ALG E / W 1/4 LN SEC 8 1320.37 FT, TH N89º56’32inW ALG E / W 1/4 LN 574.37 FT, TH N 00º03’28inE 338 FT, TH N89º56’32inW 198 FT, TH N00º03’28inE 462 FT, TH N89º56’32inW 351.58 FT, TH N00º03’20inW PARALLEL WITH N / S 1/4 LN SEC 8 DIST OF 106.84 FT TO POB: TH 68.52 FT ALG A CURVE TO RIGHT WITH A RADIUS OF 433 FT AND CHORD BEARING S85º27’59inW 68.45 FT, TH S90º00’00inW 347.30 FT, TH N ALG E’LY ROW EAST ST, N00º03’27inE 66 FT, TH N90º00’00inE 347.23 FT, TH 68.57 FT ALG CURVE TO THE LEFT WITH RADIUS 367 FT AND CHORD BEARING N84º38’50inE 68.47 FT, TH S00º03’20inE PARALLEL WITH N / S 1/4 LN SEC 8 DIST OF 66.98 FT TO POB. TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS. 55-055-076-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 533 & 535 E WOODLAWN AVE CITY OF HASTINGS 533,535 E WOODLAWN AVE COM AT SW COR OF SW 1/4 OF NE 1/4, SEC 8, T3N, R8W. TH E 98 FT, N 225 FT, W 98 FT, S 225 FT TO BEG. Written comments will be received on the above proposal at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 5:00 PM on the date of the hearing. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269-945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk 77542208 �Page 10 — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Roger L Bird Jr and Michele R Bird, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated November 9, 2006, and recorded on November 15, 2006 in instrument 1172782, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Thirty And 88/100 Dollars ($138,330.88), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 44 of Gackler's Payne Lake Plat according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, page 72 of Barry county records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542053 File #298748F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael A. Harper, a married man and Ladonna I. Harper, a married woman husband and wife, to Washington Mortgage Company, A Michigan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 31, 1998 and recorded September 8, 1998 in Instrument Number 1017602, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by HSBC Bank USA, as Trustee in trust for Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Asset Backed PassThrough Certificates Series 2003-HE4 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Eight and 92/100 Dollars ($58,498.92) including interest at 9.45% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Delton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 6, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, described as commencing at a point 8 rods South of the Southeast corner of Lot 23 of the Village of Delton, according to the recorded plat thereof, thence South along the West side of Highway 8 rods, thence West 8 rods, thence North 8 rods, thence East 8 rods to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 7, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 306.2199 ASAP# 3398369 01/07/2010, 77541956 01/14/2010, 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: William J Kowske, a married man and Reagan Kowske to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Mortgageit, Inc., Mortgagee, dated November 4, 2005 and recorded November 15, 2005 in Instrument # 1156249 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor Indenture Trustee under NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2006MTA1, by assignment dated April 23, 2009 and recorded May 1, 2009 in Instrument # 200905010004717 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Five Hundred Six Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-Two Dollars and One Cents ($506,652.01) including interest 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on February 4, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Section 1, Town 1 North, Range 10 West; thence North 88 degrees 46 minutes 00 seconds East 673.86 feet along the South line of Section 1; thence Northeasterly along an intermediate traverse line of the shore of Crooked Lake the following courses; North 11 degrees 53 minutes 08 seconds East, 76.89 feet; thence North 41 degrees 36 minutes 00 seconds East 97.80 feet; thence North 55 degrees 46 minutes 17 seconds East, 146.17 feet; thence North 26 degrees 32 minutes 46 seconds East 176.03 feet; thence North 62 degrees 39 minutes 54 seconds East 73.27 feet; thence North 77 degrees 03 minutes 06 seconds East, 215.35 feet; thence North 31 degrees 25 minutes 32 seconds East, 171.48 feet; thence North 41 degrees 44 minutes 01 seconds East, 219.01 feet; thence North 52 degrees 22 minutes 29 seconds West, 278.79 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence continuing along said traverse line North 83 degrees 19 minutes 05 seconds West 233.25 feet; thence South 77 degrees 21 minutes 53 seconds West, 227.42 feet to the end of said traverse line; thence South 28 degrees 58 minutes 12 seconds East, 243.51 feet; thence North 74 degrees 13 minutes 07 second East, 322.68 feet; thence North 09 degrees 38 minutes 07 second East, 150.00 feet to the place of beginning. Including lands lying between said intermediate traverse lines and the waters of Crooked Lake as limited by the side lines of said parcel extended to the waters edge. Together with and subject to a private easement for ingress and egress and public utility purposes over a strip of land 66 feet wide, 33 feet each of a centerline described as commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section 1; thence South 88 degrees 46 minutes 00 seconds, West 429.78 feet along the South line of Section 2 to the centerline of Parker Road; thence North 02 degrees 01 minutes 21 seconds East 33.04 feet to the true point of beginning of said described centerline; thence North 88 degrees 46 minutes 00 seconds East, 963.62 feet; thence North 41 degrees 27 minutes 28 seconds East, 426.76 feet; thence North 65 degrees 46 minutes 09 seconds East 96.13 feet; thence North 25 degrees 49 minutes 43 seconds East 99.85 feet; thence North 09 degrees 52 minutes 26 seconds West 238.56 feet to reference point A and the end of centerline. Said easement extended for cul-desac purposes 60 feet in all directions from said Reference Point A. Commonly known as 7805 Cougar, Delton MI 49046 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 1/07/2010 The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor Indenture Trustee under NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2006-MTA1, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77541990 Our File No: 09-17923 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Keith McNett and Lisa McNett, husband and wife to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated July 7, 2004, and recorded on August 5, 2004, as Document Number: 1131965, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. by an Assignment of Mortgage dated July 15, 2004 and recorded February 23, 2005 by Document Number: 1141816, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Eight and 18/100 ($133,468.18) including interest at the rate of 8.15000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on February 11, 2010 Said premises are situated in the Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 28, Town 2 North, Range 9 West; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 14 seconds East, 1214.40 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of Section 28; thence South 02 degrees 54 minutes 51 seconds West, 233.04 feet; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 14 seconds East, 220.00 feet to the true point of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 14 seconds East, 373.08 feet; thence South 52 degrees 20 minutes 58 seconds West, 364.29 feet; thence North 60 degrees 26 minutes 18 seconds West, 35.79 feet; thence North 14 degrees 36 minutes 45 seconds West, 212.14 feet to the point of beginning. Together with a private easement for ingress and egress and public utility purposes, 66 feet wide, described as beginning at a point on the East and West 1/4 line of Section 28, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, distant South 89 degrees 56 minutes 14 seconds East, 2094.40 feet from the West 1/4 post of said Section ; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 14 seconds East, 66.08 feet along said 1/4 line; thence South 02 degrees 54 minutes 51 seconds West, 881.91 feet; thence North 75 degrees 47 minutes 45 seconds West, 67.30 feet; thence North 02 degrees 54 minutes 51 seconds East, 865.45 feet to the point of beginning. Also, together with and subject to a private easement for ingress and egress and public utility purposes, 66 feet wide, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 28, Town 2 North, Range 9 West; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 14 seconds East, 2094.40 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 28; thence South 02 degrees 54 minutes 51 seconds West, 233.04 feet to the true beginning; thence South 2 degrees 54 minutes 51 seconds West, 66.08 feet; thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 14 seconds West, 317.09 feet; thence South 52 degrees 20 minutes 58 seconds West, 283.59 feet; thence South 6 degrees 46 minutes 20 seconds West, 206.14 feet; thence North 83 degrees 13 minutes 40 seconds West, 66.00 feet; thence North 06 degrees 46 minutes 20 seconds East, 233.86 feet; thence North 52 degrees 20 minutes 58 seconds East, 335.48 feet; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 14 seconds East, 340.87 feet to the point of beginning. NOTE: The Assessed Legal Description for 07028-010-20. Based on the recorded deeds, there appears to be a discrepancy regarding the boundary lines of the northern border of the property. The deed and mortgage show the boundary line to be 373.08 feet, but the tax assessed legal has it as 476.14. The neighboring property to the East should have a northern boundary line of 286.92 feet, but on the tax map it shows as 183.86 feet. Commonly known as: 4727 WALLDORFF RD The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: January 14, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 Case No. 09MI02821-1 77542225 SYNOPSIS ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING January 5, 2010 Meeting called to order at 7:00. Approved minutes with correction of regular board meeting held on December 1, 2009. Treasurer’s Report received and put on file. Correspondence received. Fire Report and 2009 annual report received and put on file. Approved expenditure of concrete repair for fire station. Commissioner’s Report received. Public comment received. Approved amendment of contract for Todd Ketchum snow plowing. Approved paying of the bills. Approved motion to adjourn. Respectfully submitted, Jennifer Goy, Clerk Attested to by Thomas Rook, Supervisor 77542071 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bruce L. Reges, an unmarried man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 10, 2006 and recorded March 8, 2006 in Instrument Number 1161024, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for JPMorgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-CW1 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Seven Hundred TwentyEight and 56/100 Dollars ($133,728.56) including interest at 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of land deeded by Frederick Galloway and wife to Sarah L. Marsh on April 10, 1869 and recorded in Liber 14 of Deeds, on Page 159 and running thence Easterly in center of Highway 13 rods; thence North 21 degrees 15 minutes West 11.6 rods; thence Easterly and parallel with said Highway to West line of land deeded by William L. F. Hams to Henry 0. Young, October 19, 1865: thence North on said 11.0, Young's West line to East and West 1/4 line Section 18, town 3 North, Range 8 West; thence West on said 1/4 line to the Northeast corner of Sarah l. Marsh's land: thence South 21 degrees 15 minutes East to place of beginning. Excepting commencing in the center of Green Street at the Southwest corner of land formerly owned by William A. Hans and running Northerly 11. 6 rods along the West line of said William L. Han's land: thence Westerly parallel with Green Street 4 rods: thence Southerly 11.6 rods parallel, with said William A. Hams' West line to center of Green Street, thence Easterly along the center of Green Street 4 rods to place of beginning, also except a strip of land 60 feet wide front and rear of West side of above description, premises sold to Maurice Pierson and recorded in Register of Deeds Office for Barry County, Michigan, in Liber 98 of Deeds on Page 446, all on West 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 18, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, also known as Lot 8 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 1, except a parcel of land described as commencing at the Northwest corner of Lot 6 of Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof for the place of beginning of this exception: thence North 71 degrees 45 minutes East 128.7 feet along the North lines or Lot 6 and Lot 5 of said Plat to the Northeast corner of Lot 5: thence North 18 degrees 15 minutes West 78 feet along the West line of Lot 4 of said Plat; thence South 89 degrees 30 minutes West 159.7 feet along the Northwesterly line of said Lot 8; thence Southeasterly to the place of beginning; also the North 20 feet of Lot 7 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, and Lots 850, 851 and 852 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, Barry County Michigan. Part of Lot 8 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, on Page 1, described as follows commencing at the Northwest corner of Lot 6 of said Plat, thence North 18 seconds 15 minutes North 20 feet at right angles to the North live of Lot 6 for the true place of beginning; thence North 71 seconds 45 minutes East 73.7 feet; thence South 18 seconds 15 minutes East 20 feet to the Northeast corner of said Lot 6; thence North 21 seconds 45 minutes East 55 feet to the Northeast corner of Lot 5 of said plat; thence North 18 seconds 15 minutes West 78 feet along the West line of Lot 4 of said plat; thence South 89 seconds 30 minutes West 135.13 feet along the Northwesterly line of said Lot 8; thence South 18 seconds 15 minutes East 119.20 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.1476 ASAP# 3404775 01/14/2010, 77542080 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charle R Wiltse, Jr., a single amn, original mortgagor(s), to Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis, Mortgagee, dated November 24, 2004, and recorded on November 30, 2004 in instrument 1137913, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Eight And 38/100 Dollars ($133,278.38), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 100 of Lynden Johncock Plat No. 1, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, on Page 93 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541885 File #296341F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by GINGER L. ADGATE, A SINGLE WOMAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated September 6, 2005, and recorded on September 8, 2005, in Document No. 1152415, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Five Hundred Ninety-Seven Dollars and Fifty-Four Cents ($151,597.54), including interest at 6.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on February 11, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THE SOUTH 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTH 10 ACRES OF THE NORTH 15 ACRES OF THE WEST 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 6, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST. EXCEPT: THAT PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 6, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTH 1 / 4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 48 SECONDS EAST 2250.37 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST 1 / 4 TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 303.10 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 48 SECONDS WEST 260.59 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 363.81 FEET ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE SOUTH 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTH 10 ACRES, NORTH 15 ACRES, WEST 1 / 2 SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 , NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 6; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 19 MINUTES 07 SECONDS EAST 326.59 FEET ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THE WEST 1 / 2 , SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 , NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 6; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 46 SECONDS WEST 667.04 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTH 15 ACRES, WEST 1 / 2 , SOUTHWEST, 1 / 4 OF SAID NORTHEAST 1 / 4 ; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 48 SECONDS WEST 66.00 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST 1 / 4 TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 8, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77542203 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Patti Deline and Nicholas Deline, husband and wife, to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated March 2, 2009 and recorded March 11, 2009 in Instrument Number 20090311-0002256, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred TwentySeven Thousand Nine Hundred Four and 8/100 Dollars ($127,904.08) including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 28, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 48 and the South 1/2 of Lot 49 of Smith's Lakeview Estate Number 1, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 2, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 31, 2009 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541656 File No. 200.5678 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mildred J. Martin, a married woman and Donald Martin, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 7, 2005 and recorded November 10, 2005 in Liber 1985, Page 1260, and also recorded in Barry County 12/17/2009 in Instrument Number 200912170012091, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Successor Trustee to Bank of America, National Association, as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank, N.A. as Trustee for the MLMI Trust Series 2006-WMC2 by assignment. And an Affidavit of Scrivener's to recorded assignment in Barry County was submitted for recording. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Three Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Seven and 70/100 Dollars ($93,467.70) including interest at 7.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the or inside of the main entrance to the Courthouse Bldg. in Charlotte, MI in Eaton County, Michigan at 10:00 a.m. on FEBRUARY 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Sunfield, Eaton County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: the part of Northwest fractional 1/4 of the Northwest fractional 1/4 of Section 19, Town 4 North, Range 6 West, Sunfield Township, Eaton County, Michigan described as follows: commencing 907.1 feet South of Northeast corner of Section 24, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, Barry County, Michigan, thence North 46 degrees East 217.5 feet along the center of the Highway, thence North 34 degrees 20 minutes West 144.5 feet more or less to Saddlebag Lake, thence Southwesterly along said lake to the West line of said Section 19, thence South to the place of beginning. Parcel 2: Lot 1, plat of Sandy Haven, Woodland Township, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 26, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 3, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541699 File No. 269.5242 Thanks to you… Your Barry County United Way gift helped deliver over 845,000 lbs. of food through food pantries and fresh food initiatives throughout Barry County last year. 100% of your contribution stays right here in Barry County! GIVE. ADVOCATE. VOLUNTEER. & Volunteer Center �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — Page 11 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Steven Paul Seilheimer, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 4965 Sheffield Rd, Hickory Corners, MI 490609732. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 8, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 8, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542011 File # 302908F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kenneth Lynema and Wendy L. Lynema, Husband and Wife, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2004 and recorded October 4, 2004 in Instrument Number 1134930, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Three Thousand Five Hundred Forty-One and 15/100 Dollars ($123,541.15) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 21, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan which is South 00 degrees 18 minutes 29 seconds West, 408.70 feet from the Northeast corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 18 minutes 29 seconds West, 250.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 49 minutes 52 seconds West, 333.39 feet; thence North 00 degrees 18 minutes 29 seconds East, 250.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 49 minutes 52 seconds East, 339.39 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.5403 ASAP# 3407033 01/14/2010, 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010 77542162 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lyle M. Huyck and Janet L Huyck, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated July 26, 2006, and recorded on August 1, 2006 in instrument 1167937, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Ten Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Two And 79/100 Dollars ($210,332.79), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry county, Michigan for the place of beginning; thence North along the North-South 1/4 line and Norris Road 325 Feet; thence West 270 Feet; thence South parallel to said North-South 1/4 line, 325 Feet; thence East 270 Feet to the place of beginning. Parcel 2: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 26, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 89 degrees 46 minutes 03 seconds West 270.00 Feet from the South 1/4 post of said Section 26; thence continuing North 89 degrees 46 minutes 03 seconds West along said South Section line 330.00 Feet; thence North 00 degrees 07 minutes 35 seconds West parallel with the North-South 1/4 line of said Section 26 a distance of 325.00 Feet; thence South 89 degrees 46 minutes 03 seconds East 330.00 Feet; thence South 00 degrees 07 minutes 35 seconds East 325.00 Feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541871 File #295125F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David Vanluke, a single man, to Paul A. Getzin and Lynn M. Getzin DBA West Michigan Financial Services, Mortgagee, dated June 17, 2002 and recorded June 26, 2002 in Instrument Number 1082836, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Nationstar Mortgage LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Seven and 48/100 Dollars ($120,567.48) including interest at 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2, Crystal Lake Estates Plat, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 73. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 426.0921 ASAP# 3407065 01/14/2010, 77542157 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Darin W. Johnson and Cheryl L Johnson, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 12955 Cleland Ave, Wayland, MI 49348-9344. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542214 File # 292027F03 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jeff Brownell and Kathleen Brownell, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 411 W Carlton Center Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-9525. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542201 File # 304057F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: William Morey and Johanna Morey, Husband and Wife to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2001 and recorded July 2, 2001 in Instrument # 1062384 Barry County Records, Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty-Four Dollars and Eighty-Five Cents ($128,884.85) including interest 10.649% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on January 21, 2010 Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1, block 7 of Samuel Roush's Addition to the Village of Freeport, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 23. Subject to Easements, Reservations, Restrictions and Limitations of Record, if any Commonly known as 206 S East Street, Freeport MI 49325 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 12/24/2009 Household Finance Corporation III Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 09-17457 ASAP# 3381107 12/24/2009, 12/31/2009, 77541493 01/07/2010, 01/14/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Susan Lynn Clark-Granger, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 25, 2004, and recorded on November 8, 2004 in instrument 1136899, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-One And 63/100 Dollars ($90,971.63), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 21, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East one half of Lot 1 and the East one half of Lot 2 and Lot 3 except the East 60 feet thereof, all in Block 49 of the Village of Middleville, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 27. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 24, 2009 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541458 File #284713F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stacy L Johnson and Dean R Johnson wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 28, 2007, and recorded on January 2, 2008 in instrument 200801020000107, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Five And 24/100 Dollars ($100,285.24), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 57 feet of Lots 4 and 5, and the West 56 feet of Lot 3, all in Block 3, of A.W. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542141 File #297864F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Amy L Grathen, a Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 14, 2005, and recorded on December 27, 2005 in instrument 1158195, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Five Thousand Five Hundred Ninety-Eight And 41/100 Dollars ($95,598.41), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 11 of Johnson's Addition to the Village of Middleville, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 2. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542216 File #304074F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard C. Manni and Valerie A. Manni, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2006 and recorded August 8, 2006 in Instrument Number 1168286, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Nine Thousand Six Hundred Seventy-Four and 70/100 Dollars ($199,674.70) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 11, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: commencing at the Southeast corner of said section 11; thence North 00 degrees 40 minutes 03 seconds West 964.00 feet along the East line of said section to the point of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 40 minutes 30 seconds West 350.96 feet; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 22 seconds West 1240.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 40 minutes 03 East 352.19 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 55 seconds East 1239.98 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.2420 ASAP# 3407084 01/14/2010, 77542152 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kay Kremsreiter and Carol Ginder, joint Tenants in common, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 20, 2006, and recorded on October 31, 2006 in instrument 1172126, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EverBank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Fifty-Five And 44/100 Dollars ($126,355.44), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West; beginning at a point found by commencing at the West 1/4 post of said section; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East on the West 1/4 line of said section 676.31 feet to the point of beginning of this description; thence continuing North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East on said 1/4 line 220.13 feet to the West line of the East 421, feet of the West 1/2 of said Southwest 1/4; thence South 01 degrees 58 minutes 44 seconds East on said West line which is parallel with the East line of the West 1/2 of said Southwest 1/4 corner 427.85 feet to an intermediate traverse line along the creek; thence North 51 degrees 11 minutes 36 seconds West on said traverse line 290.56 feet; thence North 01 degrees 58 minutes 41 seconds West parallel to said East line 245.65 feet to the place of beginning. together with all land lying between said traverse line and the centerline of said creek line between East and west line extended South. Vin # MY9845786ABW NAME: Fairmont Model:Friendship Date of:1197 Which by Intention of the Parties, Shall constitue a part of the Realty and shall pass with it The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541939 File #296870F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN 56B JUDICIAL DISTRICT FORFEITURE NOTICE LAND CONTRACT Court Address 206 WEST COURT STREET, SUITE 202, HASTINGS, MI 49058 Court Telephone No.: (269) 945-1404 LEONARD GRAFF 8249 Guernsey Lake Rd. Delton, MI 49046 1. You are notified that a certain land contract, dated 04/05/2007 between RAY VILLAIRE as seller(s) (party[ies] of the first part), and LEONARD GRAFF as purchaser(s) (party[ies]) of the second part), concerning the property at 8249 GUERNSEY LAKE RD., DELTON, MI 49046 is in default because of nonpayment of installments of principal and/or interest. 2. You have forfeited your rights under the land contract, and payment is demanded by MICHAEL VILLAIRE, who holds the land contract as Trustee of The Raymond F. Villaire Trust. 3. The sum of $48,000.00 is now past due in principal and interest under the land contract. The dates upon which payments were due are June 1, 2009. 4. The total amount due, or the material breach(es) of contract, must be cured or paid within 15 days* from the of the service of notice upon you. (*15 days, unless the parties have by contract agreed to a longer time.) 5. If the total amount due is not paid in full within the time states, or if the material breach(es) is/are not cured within the time stated, the land contract will be forfeited, as provided in the contract, and you will be required to move out and give up the described property without/further notice to you. IF YOU DO NOT MOVE OR PAY VOLUNTARILY, THE CONTRACT HOLDER MAY TAKE YOU TO COURT TO EVICT YOU. 6. The property is described as (give legal description): HOPE TWPSEC 20 T2N R9W, LOTS 48, 49 & 50 IGOWILD HEIGHTS ALSO A STRIP OF LAND 16 FT WIDE ON E SIDE LOT 50, 75 FT IN LENGTH ALSO COM E 1/4 POST SEC 20 T2N R9W TH S ON E LN SD SEC 509.62 FT TO C/L M43 HWY TH S77º31’25” W 1373.81FT, TH S08º30’ W 29.47FT TO C/L GUERNSEY LAKE RD TH S 77º31’25” W7.38 FT, TH S59º41’25” W 50.11 FT, TH W32º22’35”W 99.95 FT, TH N88º55’28” N 232.41FT, TH N75º49’36” W 194.8FT, TH S27º16’15”W TO LAKE AND POB TH N 27º16’15” E TO C/L GUERNSEY LAKE RD. TH E’LY ON C/L ARC LEFT CURVE 47.95 FT RADIUS 429.80FT CHORD S65º55’28” E 47.92FT TH S27º16’15” N TO TRAVESR LINE ON LAKE, THE NW’LY ON SHORE TO POB ALSO COM. ON THE E LINE OF LOT 49 IGOWILD HEIGHTS AT THE PT WHERE SAID LINE INTERSECTS THE S MOST POINT OF TH EXISTED HOUSE ON THAT LINE FOR POB; TH SW’LY ON THAT LINE 20 FT, THE SE’LY PARRELLEL WITH EXTENSION OF N ROW LINE HIGHLAND DR. 25 FT, TH NE’LY PARRELLEL WITH E LINE LOT 49 IGOWILD HEIGHTS 70 FT, TH NW’LY PARRELLEL WITH HIGHLAND DR 25 FT, THE SW’LY ON LOT LINE 50 FT TO POB. Date: January 4, 2010 Neal Barnett (P42777) 77542221 Attorney for Seller Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Donna Miller, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to American Home Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007, and recorded on June 5, 2007 in instrument 1181317, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Bank Of America, National Association as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-One Thousand One Hundred Fifty-Five And 58/100 Dollars ($171,155.58), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel B: Beginning At The North 1/4 Post Of Section 20, Town 1 North, Range 10 West; Thence South 88 Degrees 56 Minutes East Along The North Line Of Said Section 334 Feet To The Place Of Beginning; Thence South 88 Degrees 56 Minutes East Along The North Line Of Said Section 331 Feet, Thence South 0 Degrees 30 Minutes 20 Seconds West Parallel With The North And South 1/4 Line Of Said Section 285 Feet, Thence North 88 Degrees 56 Minutes West 331 Feet; Thence North 0 Degrees 30 Minutes 20 Seconds East Parallel To Said North And South 1/4 Line 285 Feet To The Place Of Beginning. Subject To Highway Right Of Way Over The Northerly 33 Feet Thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542065 File #299564F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Speck and Amy Speck, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated March 26, 2008, and recorded on April 3, 2008 in instrument 20080403-0003674, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Three Hundred Ten And 13/100 Dollars ($220,310.13), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 12, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 1320.00 feet from the South 1/4 post of said Section 12; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 340.51 feet along said South line; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 19 seconds East 1328.29 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50 minutes 26 seconds East 670.38 feet along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 59 seconds West 666.42 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 330.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 59 seconds West 660.00 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542125 File #297518F01 �Page 12 — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Wesley P. Wilkins and Charity A. Wilkins, husband and wife, to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. SBM Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc., Mortgagee, dated May 18, 2001 and recorded May 22, 2001 in Instrument Number 1060140, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Six and 27/100 Dollars ($77,766.27) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1 of Block 16 of the Eastern Addition to the City, Formerly Village, of Hastings, Barry County, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 7, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 326.3052 ASAP# 3398377 01/07/2010, 01/14/2010, 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010 ›77541961 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Knapper and Lisa Knapper, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 27, 2002, and recorded on January 7, 2003 in instrument 1095057, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-One And 06/100 Dollars ($140,581.06), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, 990 feet South of the Northwest corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence South 330 feet; thence East 1320 feet, more or less, to the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence North 330 feet; thence West 1320 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542047 File #296859F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by TIMOTHY R. LATTA and TAMMIE M. LATTA, Husband and Wife, 8132 B Drive S, Battle Creek, MI 49014 to SMB MORTGAGE COMPANY (n/k/a SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST), 2 West Chicago Street, Coldwater, Michigan 49036 dated November 6, 2002 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on November 13, 2002 in Instrument No. 1091428 of Mortgages, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date of this notice, for principal and interest the sum of Ninety-Thousand Three Hundred Fifty-Three and 18/100 ($90,353.18) Dollars and no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, where by the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; Now Therefore, Notice is Hereby Given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the said Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein described or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at Courthouse Bldg, Barry County Courthouse in the City of Hastings, and County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding Circuit Court in and for said County, on January 28, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. in the after noon of said day, and said premises will be sold to pay the amount as aforesaid then due on said Mortgage together with 5.9685% percent interest on the Mortgage, legal costs, Attorneys’ fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described as follows, to-wit: County of Barry, Township of Johnston, State of Michigan, is described as follows: Lots 6 and 17, COUNTRY ACRES, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 64, Barry County Records. The last day to redeem this deed is on July 28, 2010, however, if an Affidavit of Abandonment is filed with the Register of Deeds, the last day to redeem will be February 28, 2010, or until the time to provide the notice was required by MCL 600.3241a(c) expires, whichever is later. Dated: December 31, 2009 SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST Mortgagee. DRESSER, DRESSER, HAAS & CAYWOOD, P.C. By: P. Joseph Haas, Jr. Attorney for SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST Business Address 112 South Monroe Street Sturgis, MI 49091 77541627 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Leon J. Babbitt and Judith A. Babbitt, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 235 WEST NELSON STREET, HASTINGS, MI 49058 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-539-7400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Leon J. Babbitt and Judith A. Babbitt also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738 (Tel). Pub Date: January 14, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 77542250 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by George Jeffrey Kent, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated August 8, 2005, and recorded on August 22, 2005 in instrument 1151430, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc. Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-R2, Under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement Dated March 1, 2006 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Five And 81/100 Dollars ($149,485.81), including interest at 3% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 125 of the plat of Lynden Johncock Plat Number 1, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 93. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542074 File #299394F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Linda L Garbow single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 21, 2008, and recorded on April 3, 2008 in instrument 200804030003690, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-Two And 35/100 Dollars ($124,922.35), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 10 West; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 52 seconds West 1305.15 feet; thence North 89 degrees 51 minutes 45 seconds West 359.25 feet along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 27 to the true point of beginning; thence South 31 degrees 52 minutes 13 second East 109.68 feet; thence South 58 degrees 07 minutes 47 seconds West, 120.00 feet to the Northeasterly right-of-way line of Highway M-37; thence along said right of way line North 31 degrees 52 minutes 13 second West, 105.10 feet; thence Northwesterly 78.90 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 2814.79 feet and the chord of which bears North 31 degrees 04 minutes 02 seconds West 78.90 feet; thence South 89 degrees 51 minute 45 second East 140.21 feet along said North line to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542136 File #297869F01 NOTICE OF INTENDED FORECLOSURE BY ADVERTISEMENT ON A PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE To: Thomas R. Simmons and Natasha M. Simmons, husband and wife (collectively, the "Borrower") Property address: 501 S. Dibble Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 This notice is being published as required by MCLA §600.3201, et seq. (the "Act"). The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with, CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, which holds a mortgage on the above property. Nadine C. Miller (the "Designated Person") is the person designated under Section 3205a(1)(c) of the Act to contact and that has the authority to make the agreements under Sections 3205b and 3205c of the Act. The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's website at http://www.michigan.gov/ mshda or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at (517) 373-8370. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the Designated Person, foreclosure by advertisement proceedings under the Act will not be commenced until 90 days after the date a separate notice under the Act is being mailed to the Borrower. If the Borrower and the Designated Person reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 968-0738. Warner Norcross & Judd LLP is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained by that firm will be used for that purpose. Dated: January 14, 2010 Warner Norcross & Judd LLP Attorneys for Lender By Timothy Hillegonds, a Partner 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street NW Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 (616) 752-2132 77542246 NOTICE OF INTENDED FORECLOSURE BY ADVERTISEMENT ON A PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE To: Thomas R. Simmons and Natasha M. Simmons, husband and wife (collectively, the "Borrower") Property address: 501 S. Dibble Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 This notice is being published as required by MCLA §600.3201, et seq. (the "Act"). The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with, CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, which holds a mortgage on the above property. Nadine C. Miller (the "Designated Person") is the person designated under Section 3205a(1)(c) of the Act to contact and that has the authority to make the agreements under Sections 3205b and 3205c of the Act. The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's website at http://www.michigan.gov/ mshda or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at (517) 373-8370. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the Designated Person, foreclosure by advertisement proceedings under the Act will not be commenced until 90 days after the date a separate notice under the Act is being mailed to the Borrower. If the Borrower and the Designated Person reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 968-0738. Warner Norcross & Judd LLP is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained by that firm will be used for that purpose. Dated: January 14, 2010 Warner Norcross & Judd LLP Attorneys for Lender By Timothy Hillegonds, a Partner 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street NW Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 77542248 (616) 752-2132 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Tracey Booth, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 646 W Green St, Hastings, MI 49058-1702. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 8, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 8, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542006 File # 242674F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Edward J. Porter, Single, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 11, 2003, and recorded on July 23, 2003 in instrument 1109232, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWABS 2003-05 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Seven And 46/100 Dollars ($158,327.46), including interest at 11.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 119 and 120 of Fair Lake Annex, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 63, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542059 File #299109F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Harry L. Osenbaugh and Tomi Osenbaugh, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 6, 2004, and recorded on February 17, 2004 in instrument 1122311, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Five Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Six And 14/100 Dollars ($75,856.14), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 357 feet East of the Northeast corner of Lot 12, Block 7, A.W. Phillips Addition, thence South 12 rods, thence East 99 feet, thence North 12 rods, thence West 99 feet to point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541946 File #298153F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Cay Velderman, an unmarried woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 16, 2003 and recorded September 17, 2003 in Instrument Number 1113515, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Twenty-Three and 52/100 Dollars ($163,623.52) including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 28, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 5 acres, North 10 acres, East 1/2, Northeast 1/4 of Section 5, Town 3 North, Range 8 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 31, 2009 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541651 File No. 285.9732 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael D Harvey and Sandra Harvey, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Chase Manhattan Bank USA, N.A., Mortgagee, dated May 21, 2004, and recorded on July 26, 2004 in instrument 1131310, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Six Thousand Forty And 13/100 Dollars ($186,040.13), including interest at 5.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 21, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The land referred to in this commitment, situated in the County of Barry, Township of Maple Grove, State of Michigan, is described as follows: That part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 25, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as commencing at the West 1/4 of said Section 25, thence run North along the West Section line a distance of 679.00 feet to the point of beginning of the following described parcel of land; thence continuing North along the said West Section line a distance of 339.50 feet; thence run North 89 degrees 06 minutes 59 seconds East a distance of 1285.82 feet; thence run South 00 degrees 01 minutes 40 seconds West a distance of 339.50 feet; thence run South 89 degrees 06 minuges 59 seconds West a distance of 1285.66 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 24, 2009 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541520 File #296090F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default has occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by ALICE HAAKSMA, a married woman, of 12711 Sunrise Court, Wayland, Michigan 49348 (“Mortgagor”) to MERCANTILE BANK OF WEST MICHIGAN, NOW KNOWN AS MERCANTILE BANK OF MICHIGAN, a Michigan banking corporation, of 310 Leonard Street, N.W., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 (“Mortgagee”), dated November 15, 2004, recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, on January 3, 2005, Document No. 1139493 and re-recorded with the Barry County, Michigan, Register of Deeds on April 15, 2005, Document No. 1144934. By reason of such default, the undersigned elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of said Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this notice, there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on said Mortgage the sum of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY THREE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED NINETY-SEVEN AND 09/100 DOLLARS ($153,397.09), including interest at $23.87 per diem. No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay said amount, with interest, as provided in said Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public venue to the highest bidder at the East Doors of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, on Thursday, February 4, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. The premises covered by said Mortgage are situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Lot 106: Sunrise Shores No. 2, part of the S 1/2, NW1/4 of Section 30, T3N, R10W, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 42. Commonly known as Vacant Land, Sunrise Court, Wayland, Michigan 49348. PP# 08-16-220106-00. The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. DATED: January 7, 2009 NANTZ, LITOWICH, SMITH, GIRARD & HAMILTON Harold E. Nelson (P-27974) Business Address: 2025 E. Beltline, S.E., Suite 600 Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77541985 (616) 977-0077 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kyle B. Collins aka Kyle Collins and Donna J. Collins, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated May 9, 2007, and recorded on May 25, 2007 in instrument 1181006, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-Five And 47/100 Dollars ($134,775.47), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Bounded on the North by the South line of Philadelphia Street and on the West by the center of Old State Road that Crosses the Thornapple River on the Old Bridge and on the South by Thornapple River, Except: Commencing at a point where the West line of Main Street intersects with the South line of Philadelphia Street; Running thence West 9 Rods and 1 Foot; thence South to the center of the river; thence Easterly along the center of the River to the West line of Main Street, thence North to the place of beginning, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541976 File #297929F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — Page 13 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Matthew A. Jackson and Hiedi G. Jackson, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 3607 Buehler Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-7523. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542212 File # 304303F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Corey L Bumford, a married man and Tonya Bumford, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Gehrke Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated June 14, 2001, and recorded on June 29, 2001 in instrument 1062320, and assigned by said Mortgagee to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Three Thousand Three Hundred Fifty-Eight And 11/100 Dollars ($73,358.11), including interest at 7.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 11 rods West of the Northeast corner of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West; Thence West 11 rods on the East and West 1/4 line; Thence South parallel with the North and South 1/4 line 22 rods; Thence East parallel with the East and West 1/4 line 11 rods; Thence North parallel with the North and South 1/4 line 22 rods to the place of beginning including a joint driveway on the West boundary thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542120 File #298297F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Heather L. Hoffman, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 25, 2006, and recorded on December 7, 2006 in instrument 1173642, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Four And 87/100 Dollars ($144,344.87), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the North 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 4, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, described as: commencing at the North 1/4 post of said Section 4; thence East on the Section line 697 feet for a point of beginning; thence East on said Section line 148.5 feet; thence South 90 rods, more or less, to the South line of said North 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4; thence West 148.5 feet; thence North 90 rods, more or less, to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542196 File #300210F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHARLES C. REESE, III, A MARRIED MAN and MICHELE REESE, HIS WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated July 2, 2004, and recorded on July 7, 2004, in Document No. 1130462, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Eight Thousand One Hundred Fifty-Five Dollars and Twenty-Three Cents ($88,155.23), including interest at 7.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on January 28, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 610 OF THE CITY, FORMERLY VILLAGE OF HASTINGS, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2009 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77541638 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Marianne Krupp, an unmarried woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 31, 2006 and recorded September 14, 2006 in Instrument Number 1169974, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventeen Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Five and 01/100 Dollars ($117,875.01) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, distant East 690 feet from the Southwest corner of said Section 27; thence North 660 feet parallel with the West line of said Southwest 1/4 of Section 27; thence East 330 fete parallel with said South line; thence South 660 feet parallel with said West line; thence West 330 feet along South line to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 7, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541951 File No. 617.2325 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Murray M. Stuck and Angilynn A. Stuck, husband and wife, to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 28, 2006 and recorded July 5, 2006 in Instrument Number 1166780, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company , as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for Argent Securities Trust 2006M2, Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-M2 under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated August 1, 2006 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Two Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Two and 00/100 Dollars ($92,572.00) including interest at 9.3% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 28, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 49, except the North 69 feet thereof and also excepting the South 24 feet thereof, and also, except the East 24.7 feet of the South 122.7 feet thereof, all in Supervisor Glasgow's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 3. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 31, 2009 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541646 File No. 356.3229 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. To: Allen R. Childers and Felisha J. Childers 424 Kellogg Nashville, MI 49073 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (517) 373-8370, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 241.5644 77542242 ASAP# 3406180 01/14/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeffrey R. Bauer and Elizabeth A. Bauer, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Mortgagee, dated December 14, 2007, and recorded on January 2, 2008 in instrument 200801020000060, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-Three And 14/100 Dollars ($180,363.14), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 28, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as commencing at the Southwest corner of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 28, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, thence North on the West Section line 250 feet, thence Easterly at right angles to Section line 530 feet, thence Southerly parallel to first mentioned course 250 feet to South Section line, thence Westerly along said Section line 530 feet to the place of beginning, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542235 File #289651F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jose E. Morin, married, and Debbie Morin, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 14, 2003, and recorded on September 9, 2003 in instrument 1112946, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Six Thousand Eighty-Two And 37/100 Dollars ($76,082.37), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 21, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 post of said Section 17; thence West 640 feet for the place of beginning; thence North 200 feet; thence East to centerline of Lindsey Road; thence Southwesterly along center of Lindsey Road to a point 200 feet East to point of beginning; thence West to point of beginning. Subject to building and use restrictions, reservations, and easements of record. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 24, 2009 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541487 File #295811F01 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. To: Kathy Ann Parker 890 East State Street Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (517) 373-8370, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 200.5762 77542118 ASAP# 3405449 01/14/2010 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. To: Jack G. Nestell and Kathleen S. Nestell 6110 Robertson Road Middleville, MI 49333 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (517) 373-8370, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 280.7561 77542244 ASAP# 3406234 01/14/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Knapper and Lisa Knapper, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 27, 2002, and recorded on January 7, 2003 in instrument 1095057, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-One And 06/100 Dollars ($140,581.06), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, 990 feet South of the Northwest corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence South 330 feet; thence East 1320 feet, more or less, to the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence North 330 feet; thence West 1320 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542014 File #296859F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stanley G Norris Sr a married man and Karen S Norris his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 3, 2005, and recorded on November 14, 2005 in instrument 1156176, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand One Hundred Thirty-Nine And 71/100 Dollars ($295,139.71), including interest at 8.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan. Also the South 450.8 feet of the East 348.08 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541693 File #297366F01 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a Future Advance Mortgage (hereinafter “Mortgage”) and various related Notes (hereinafter “Notes”) made by RICHARD L. TERPSTRA, a married man (hereinafter “Mortgagor”), whose address is 1251 146th Avenue, Wayland, Michigan 49348, to SELECT BANK, a Michigan banking corporation (hereinafter “Mortgagee”) whose address is 60 Monroe Center, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503, which Mortgage is dated October 14, 2004, and recorded on October 26, 2004, in the Barry County Register of Deeds, State of Michigan, at Document No. 1136148. As of December 17, 2009, the amount due under the Mortgage and related loan documents, made by Mortgagor in favor of Mortgagee (collectively “Loan Documents”) is the sum of THREE HUNDRED FORTY THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED SEVENTY-SIX AND 75/100 ($340,376.75) DOLLARS including interest on the Notes at rates of interest as provided in the Notes. This sum will increase as additional interest, costs, expenses, and attorneys fees accrue under the Loan Documents and which are permitted under Michigan law after the date set forth below. Forty-five Thousand and 00/100 ($45,000.00) Dollars of the total principal amount due under the Loan Documents is secured by the Mortgage, plus any interest, fees and charges, and any protective advances paid by the Mortgagee. Under the power of sale contained in the Mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public sale to the highest bidder at the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings Michigan, on Thursday, January 21, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. The parcel subject to the Mortgage which is being sold is located at and commonly known as 4772 Torsten Drive (fka 4762 Beatrice Street), Shelbyville, Michigan, said parcel being located in the Township of Orangeville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and legally described as follows: Parcel No. 08-11-040-006-00 Lot 8 of Sam Bravata Plat, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, on page 68, Barry County records. The redemption period shall be SIX (6) MONTHS from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL Section 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be THIRTY (30) DAYS from the date of such sale. Dated: December 17, 2009 MORTGAGEE: SELECT BANK 60 MONROE CENTER GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503 Drafted by: R. Ryan McNally Attorney for Mortgagee Kreis, Enderle, Hudgins & Borsos, P.C. 171 Monroe Ave. NW Suite 900B Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77541376 (616) 254-8400 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bernard Hause and Katherine Paulsen, Joint Tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated April 8, 2005, and recorded on April 20, 2005 in instrument 1145154, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., As Trustee For The Benefit of the Certificate Holders, Park Place Securities, Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates Series 2005-WCW2 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Six And 79/100 Dollars ($95,766.79), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing 209 feet North of the Southwest corner of said Southwest 1/4 for the place of beginning; thence North 218 feet; thence East 313.5 feet; thence South 218 feet; thence West 313.5 feet to the place of beginning. EXCEPT the North 33 feet of the South 242 feet of the West 313.5 feet of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Castleton Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542131 File #174291F02 �Page 14 — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Local officials rally to stop early release of prisoners by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer In a cost-saving attempt, the State of Michigan has been releasing more prisoners on to parole at a greater rate than in previous years. During the first six months of 2009, the state parole board granted an average of 267 more paroles per month than in 2008. This information, provided in a press release from Barry County Prosecutor Tom Evans, has many law officials worried. Prosecutors and law officials converged for several press conferences Tuesday to discuss the issue and put pressure on state officials to reconsider the push for early release of prisoners by repealing the Truth in Sentencing Statute. Evans, along with Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf and their counterparts from several area counties, attended a conference in Kalamazoo to discuss the issue with other law enforcement personnel. Truth in Sentencing, which became a state law in 1998, eliminates disciplinary credits, good time and corrections centers for certain offenders. The Michigan Department of Corrections Web site said the law requires offenders to serve the entire minimum sentence in prison prior to being considered for parole. “The law replaces disciplinary credits with ‘disciplinary time’ or bad time, which is accumulated for incurring misconducts while in prison,” reads the site. “This disciplinary time is not to be formally added to the minimum sentence, but the parole board must consider the amount of time each prisoner has accumulated when it considers parole.” The site also states that no changes to the law have been made, and there is no current discussion taking place to change it. Rep. George Cushingberry of Detroit, however, introduced a bill into the house last year that would eliminate provisions establishing minimum prison time requirements for a pris- oner subject to disciplinary time for major misconduct. Evans said this bill, if passed, would create uncertainty for everyone involved in a criminal case. “It means that what a person was sentenced to wouldn’t necessarily be true and accurate sentencing,” said Evans. “Now, I might not like all the sentencings, but I know what they are and so do the victims.” Officials are worried, not just for the financial ramifications, but the effect any changes to the law could have on communities. Recognizing the cost of housing prisoners, Evans expressed a concern for the possible victims who could be created by releasing prisoners early. “Some proponents argue that we simply cannot afford to house dangerous career criminals any longer. We recognize the financial limitations which currently exist,” wrote Evans. “Eight facilities have already been Hastings Exchange Club announces January Young Citizens Austin Healy (left) and Toby Kerley, pictured here with teacher Trisha Kietzman, are the Young Citizens for January at Southeastern Elementary School. St. Rose sixth graders Connor Shea (left) and Tyler Youngs, named their school’s Young Citizens for the month of January, are joined by teacher Amy Murphy closed. In reality, there will be a cost shift to local government, businesses and victims. We will experience an increase in victims of crime and costs on local communities.” The burden for housing repeat offenders and the increased work load have Sheriff Leaf concerned about the ramifications and the financial costs to local governments. “On average, 60 percent of those paroled end up back in prison,” said Leaf. “There will be seven more victims on average for each, and over $1,000 in damages for each victim from the parolee.” Though an early release plan is designed to help ease the state’s budget crisis, Leaf said it does not eliminate the costs; it just transfers them to other entities. “Basically, it’s taking the costs and shoving them down to the local level,” said Leaf. At the press conference, both Leaf and Evans were cited for stating concerns about the effects releasing scores of felons would have. “Disguising it as a state cost-cutting measure ignores the amount of local and state resources that will be used in policing, prosecution, incarceration and supervision. The state needs to seek ways to cut costs in corrections, but not by releasing prisoners early,” reads the release. “Despite a reduction in prisoners of 11.8 percent over 20 months, the Department of Corrections budget reaming virtually unchanged.” The executive budget of Michigan for fiscal years 2009 and 2010 shows that the state general fund spending on corrections increased 57 percent from $1.26 billion to $1.99 billion between the fiscal years of 1998 and 2008. Leaf said the costs for housing a prisoner in Michigan are $32,000 — double the amount spent in Texas. Indiana spends $19,000 per year to house each prisoner, and Leaf questioned the reasons for the higher costs. Evans said he is calling for an audit of the Michigan Department of Corrections to deter- mine just where the budget is being spent. “We are of the opinion that that state should look at other things besides releasing felons,” said Evans. “We pay more in Michigan per prisoner than any other state in the Midwest ... and it shouldn’t cost us $8,000 more than it costs Ohio to house someone. There needs to be an audit done with the department of corrections to determine why we get so little bang for the buck.” If Michigan were able to bring costs down to match that of Ohio, the state would save more than $340 million each year. “If our prison costs matched that of those around us, that would be amazing,” said Evans. “Think of what we could do with roads and schools with that kind of money.” Information released by the Federal Bureau of Investigation reported that Wayne County has lost 31 percent of its force, Flint 14 percent, Grand Rapids 13 percent and Lansing 7 percent. With many Michigan police departments already slashing the number of officers, Leaf said there is an even greater concern about the amount of resources that will be needed if more prisoners are paroled early. “When the Michigan State Police Troopers were [laid off before a recent recall], they were scattered throughout the state. We only lost two from our post here but we were able to get them back. I can’t imagine losing 31 percent,” said Leaf. If the bill passes and even more prisoners are released early on parole, Evans said the costs and workload would not vanish, they would just be transferred on to entities that already have full plates. Once the prisoners are on parole, each subject would need to be supervised and parole conditions enforced for the duration of their parole times. “It’s not only going to push it to the local levels, but the state police and state parole departments are going to have to work harder,” said Evans. POLICE BEAT Red light doesn’t stop vehicle Hastings Police responded to personal injury accident that occurred at the intersections of East Green Street and South Michigan Avenue Jan. 9. Anne Klein, 43, of Hastings, was traveling south on Michigan Avenue when her vehicle was struck by an eastbound vehicle driven by Martin Bigley, 67, also from Hastings after he failed to stop for a red light. Mercy Ambulance responded to the scene and transported Bigley to Pennock Hospital for treatment; his condition is unknown. Walking proves dangerous for pedestrian Hastings Police responded to a personal injury accident that occurred at the intersections of North Michigan Avenue and East Apple Street Jan. 6. A pedestrian, identified as Jeffrey Stanton, 54, from Hastings, was walking southbound on Michigan Avenue shortly after 7 p.m. when he walked into the side of a vehicle traveling eastbound on Apple Street. The vehicle, which was which was driven by Louis Harig, 76, from Alto, had the right of way, and police said it appears Stanton disregarded the pedestrian signal at the intersection. He was initially treated at the scene by personnel from Mercy Ambulance and was later air lifted by AeroMed to Spectrum Hospital in Grand Rapids. His condition is unknown. Named Young Citizens for January at Star Elementary School are Emily Pattock (left) and Chloe Case, joined here by teacher Julie Carlson. Above, right, Calvin Cappon (left) and Maddie Solmes are Northeastern’s Young Citizens for January. They are joined by teacher Alice Gergen. At right, Central Elementary School’s Young Citizens for January are Cheyann Arens (left) and Jason Coykendall, with teacher Michelle Benningfield. One vehicle in ditch causes second ditch crash A vehicle heading south on Norris Road chose to hit the ditch rather then hit another vehicle on Jan. 4 just before 8 p.m. A truck was pulling another vehicle out of the ditch and was blocking the lane. The driver of the truck checked on the condition of the second driver before leaving the scene. The Barry County Sheriff Department said there was minimal damage to the vehicle and it was still able to be driven. Failing to report accident earns citation A Barry County Sheriff Deputy was dispatched to a single-car crash on Gun Lake Road, just east of Yankee Springs Road Jan. 10 just after midnight. Arriving at the scene, the deputy discovered a 2009 Chrysler Sebring that appeared to have left the road and rolled into a tree. No one was at the scene and the vehicle was locked. The Barry County Sheriff’s Department was able to make contact with the driver, Nicole Lynn McCarty, 29, of Dowling later that day. McCarty told deputies she had lost control of the vehicle and it left the roadway and rolled twice. A friend was with her at the time and two male friends picked up the pair at the crash site. McCarty did not report the accident until the morning after and was issued a citation for failing to report an accident. The vehicle was impounded. No snow clearing when needed most A Hastings resident discovered his snow-blower missing on Jan. 8 when he needed to clear his walkway. When he returned from vacation in December the resident noted that his trash can was knocked over but thought nothing further of the incident. He told a Barry County Sheriff Deputy that he now believes it is related to his missing machine. Vehicle gives horses a holiday A horse owner on Maple Grove Road discovered the reason for her horses getting loose on Jan. 5 when she found a large hole in her fence. On Dec. 23, Barry County Deputies informed the resident that her horses were loose, however, she did not find the reason for their adventure until Jan. 5. She discovered her broken fence on North Avenue and deputies said it appeared a vehicle drove through the fence, causing the damage. Auto theft leads to marijuana warrant Hastings Middle School Young Citizens for January, joined by Assistant Principal Mark Martin, are (from left) Peter Beck, Caleb Keech, Kylie Johnson, Kylee Nemetz and Ashleigh Wiersma. A Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy was investigating a stolen vehicle when the suspect name of Nicholas Lester Rogers came up. Rogers, 20, of Middleville was found to have a valid misdemeanor warrant out of the Michigan State Police Hastings Post for marijuana possession. The warrant has a $100 cash bond. Rogers was placed under arrest and transported to jail without further incident. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — Page 15 Viking girls get first league victory It wasn’t the prettiest win, but it was a win. Lakewood’s varsity girls’ basketball team scored its first Capital Area Activities Conference White Division win of the season Friday night, topping host Perry 53-40. The Vikings are now 1-2 in the league, and 3-4 overall. “All the bounces, all the things that could have went right for us didn’t,” said Lakewood head coach Tal Thompson. “It was a very closely officiated game, which just allowed them to get tons of opportunities from the foul-line, but they didn’t make a lot of them. They went 7-of-18, which helped us.” The Vikings on the other hand had one of their best nights of the season at the free throw line, connecting on 11-of-15 attempts. Kati Kauffman led the Vikings to the win with 15 points, all coming on five threepoint baskets. Emily Kutch finished with nine points, and Dakota Spitzley six. Kauffman hit back-to-back threes in the second quarter against the Ramblers’ 2-3 zone, then Thelen added a third. Perry changed up its defense, and the Vikings found Spitzley open for a three as they opened up their lead. The Vikings though went in to a dry spell after that. They still led 32-22 at the half. In all, the Vikings hit nine threes. On the other end of they floor, they changed things up a bit. “We played man-to-man almost the whole game which is new for us,” Thompson said. “That’s something we’ve been working on all break, trying to extend the floor a little bit and create more pressure. Get some of our quicker kids on some guards and make it tougher for other teams. We played some pretty good defense.” Kutch had six steals for the Vikings. Lexie Spetoskey had a team high four assists. Kalli Barrone led Lakewood on the boards with 12 rebounds. “We struggled a little bit with their pressure and had a few too many turnovers,” Thompson said. “We’ve got a few more days to grow before we play LCC.” The Vikings were off Tuesday, and will play their first game in the new Lakewood High School gymnasium Friday against the Cougars. Lions have a winning Wednesday Maple Valley’s middle weights dominated Olivet as the Lion varsity wrestling team scored a 43-30 Kalamazoo Valley Association victory over the Eagles Wednesday night. Maple Valley won every weight class from 130 pounds on up to 152, starting that stretch with three consecutive pins. Waylon Eaton stuck Ozzie Figueria 1 minute 3 seconds into their 130-pound match. Wade Eaton then pinned Kenny Ingram in 2:24 at 135, and Tyler Franks pinned Dean Kranner in 3:23 at 140. Cash Flower (145 pounds) and James Samann then closed out the string of wins there, with Flower earning a 13-3 major decision over Jared Ritter and Samann a 74 win over Tyler Canterbury. Other winners in the dual for the Lions were Cody Myer at 112, who pinned Tyler McGlaughlin in 2:25; Alex Reid who pinned Ric McKim at 189 pounds; and Zack Baird (119) and Steven Creller (285) who won by void. “Our young wrestlers are really starting to improve,” said Lion coach Tony Wawiernia. He called Myer’s win a “big” one for him, and said that, “Cash Flower wrestled like he knew what he was doing.” Even 103 pounder Justice Cranson, who was pinned to start the night by Olivet’s Ryan Hall, wrestled well and led on the scoreboard before getting caught on his back late in the second period. “He started the excitement for the evening,” Wawiernia said. The Lions were actually 2-0 on the night, also scoring a non-conference victory over Paw Paw 44-28. Flower had another excellent match in that one, scoring a 10-2 major decision over Corry Dadust. Baird won by pin at 119, as did Luis Morales at 125 for the Lions. Jimmy Brown added a 12-3 major decision for Maple Valley at 171 pounds. The Lions had four victories by forfeit against the Panthers, with those six-point victories going to Waylon Eaton at 130 pounds, Wade Eaton at 135, Reid at 189, and Cranson at 103. Maple Valley is now 2-0 in the KVA. The Lions then went 1-4 on Saturday at by Brett Bremer Saxons and Trojans battle for conference glory again The forecasts for the coming days show at least clear roads, if not clear skies. I don’t mind a snow day now and then, but there better not be any snow drifts clogging up the stretch of M-37 between Hastings and Middleville in the coming days. The Trojans and Saxons have too much going on. In the next seven days, Thornapple Kellogg hosts Hastings varsity boys’ and girls’ basketball teams, there is a Thornapple Kellogg competitive cheer invitational which includes the Saxon team, oh yeah and what a recent press release I got from Middleville called “The Clash of the Co-Champions - The Rematch”. In the six seasons that Hastings and Thornapple Kellogg have both been members of the O-K Gold Conference one of them has won or shared the league title. The Trojans and Saxons usually get to meet in districts as well, which they’ll likely do this year (really, no offense to Ottawa Hills and Grand Rapids Christian). Think about that though. This rivalry is really only about six years old. I’ve never been to one of their O-K White duals, but I can imagine that only the Greenville/Lowell wrestling rivalry comes close to what the Trojans and Saxons have going as far as Michigan high school wrestling. Hastings has won four in a row in the O-K Gold, including sharing the 2009 championship with TK. The Saxons won outright championships in 2006 and 2008, while sharing the 2007 title with Caledonia. It was Hastings that finally put an end to a 15-year string of conference championships which the Trojans won between the O-K Blue Conference and the O-K Gold from 1991 through 2005. The last time that neither Hastings or Thornapple Kellogg won at least a share of a conference title was 1988, over 20 years. The Trojans won their first league crown in 1989, Hastings won the Twin Valley in 1990, and the Trojans started their string of titles the following winter. In 1988, the Saxons were behind Hillsdale in the Twin Valley despite beating the Hornets to win the league tournament. Caledonia beat out Thornapple Kellogg and the rest of the O-K Blue that winter. The Fighting Scots had some hopes of chasing down the Trojans and Saxons in the Gold this year, but those hopes were dashed a bit as the Saxons defeated Caledonia 3625 last Wednesday in their dual. Over the past few years both Thornapple Kellogg and Hastings have won the dual portion of the league and the tournament championship. Last year TK took the duals, with a 33-29 win over the Saxons, then Hastings took the league championship due in large part to putting a dozen wrestlers in flight championships. Hastings managed just three league champs, while the Trojans had seven on the day, but the Saxons won out on points overall. Hastings later won a thrilling dual in the Division 2 District Finals at Wayland Union High School, 25-23, to advance in the state tournament. Of those ten individual league champions Hastings and Thornapple Kellogg had in the O-K Gold Conference last year only two return, TK’s Trevor Dalton and Donovan Scott. Dalton was the 119-pound champion and Scott won at 140 pounds. Hastings has six of its league finalists back, including Austin Endsley and Gage Pederson, who were both individual state qualifiers last year along with Scott. The coaches try to map these things out. I’ve tried it. I don’t know. The best I can come up with is about six wins for each team, a couple matches totally up in the air, and what should be another amazing night of high school sports in the Thornapple Kellogg High School gym Wednesday, starting at 6 p.m. the Edwardsburg Invitational, scoring their lone team victory over Vicksburg 42-39. Jimtown took the tournament championship, and scored a 67-12 victory over the Lions in their meeting. Edwardsburg, who the Lions didn’t face, was second. In the other duals of the day, the Lions fell 52-27 to Dowagiac, 58-10 to Penn ‘B’, and 50-18 against Sturgis. Most of the Lions’ success on the day came in the middle weights, with Franks going 4-1 at 145 pounds, and Samann at 152 pounds, Wade Eaton at 135, and Waylon Eaton at 130 all finishing the day with 3-2 records. All four of them won matches in the Lions’ dual with Vicksburg. Also scoring wins over the Bulldogs for Maple Valley were Baird (119 pounds), Alejandro Reid (189), and Creller (285). Franks and Creller won by forfeit, while all the others won by pin. The only dual that went six minutes between the Lions and Bulldogs was at 171 pounds, where Vicksburg’s Neil Robinson edged Jimmy Brown 8-7. Perry rambles by Viking boys in the fourth by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Once the Vikings lost the momentum, they couldn’t get it back at Perry Friday night. The Lakewood varsity boys’ basketball team fell to 1-5 overall this season, and 1-2 in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division, with a 57-56 to the Ramblers. After running out to a 14-6 lead in the opening quarter, the Vikings held close to a double digit lead for most of the evening. The Ramblers came racing back in the end though, outscoring the Vikings 28-17 in the fourth quarter. Lakewood got the first bucket of the fourth quarter to build a 41-29 lead, but the Ramblers answered back with a pair of three-point baskets by Andrew Rogers. Then when the Viking defense found Rogers, Eric Bickerstaff hit a three that cut the Lakewood lead to three. There were three threes in four possessions for the Ramblers, that the Vikings never answered at the other end. “We were attacking the basket the whole game, then in the fourth quarter we went into, not holding the ball, but let’s see if we can get a really good shot,” said Vitor Imbuzeiro. “Basically, we lost the will to attack. We took out the killer instinct.” The lead would change hands four times in the final minute. Ryne Musbach stepped to the free throw line with six seconds left and the chance to tie up the game, hit the first foul shot, but missed the second and time ran out on the Vikings. Rogers led the Ramblers on the night with 16 points, while Ross Richard finished with 12 points. Musbach paced the Vikings with 12 points, while Nathan Bryans added 11, Spencer Schuiling ten, and Brendan Stahl nine. The Vikings host Lansing Catholic, in their first game in the new Lakewood High School gymnasium, Friday night. YMCA Volleyball YMCA WomenÕs Volleyball League Standings Blarney Stone 5-1 Trend Setters 5-1 MacLeod Chiropractic 5-1 Winebrenner Construction 4-2 TK Ladies 4-2 Aged Wisely 4-2 La Bella Vida 2-4 Edward Jones 1-5 Net Results 0-6 Balls of Fury 0-6 DK girls keep Constantine winless Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ basketball team improved to 4-2 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association by scoring a lopsided victory over host Constantine Tuesday night. The Panthers shut out the Falcons in the opening quarter on their way to a 50-9 victory. Delton held a 12-0 lead after the first eight minutes, and limited Constantine to four points in the second quarter, one in the third, and just four more in the fourth. Even with that start, head coach Rick Williams was looking for a little more from his girls. “We upped our defensive pressure a little in the second quarter, and that seemed to jump start the offense,” he said. The Panthers put 18 points on the board in the second. Adrianna Culbert led Delton for the night with 16 points and seven rebounds. Delton did get everyone involved, with 11 different girls scoring points on the night. Behind Culbert, Paige Green had seven, Hannah Williams six, and Andrea Polley and Taylor Blacken five each. Delton also had 11 of the 12 girls who took the floor pull down a rebound. Abby Culbert had six boards. Williams and Alea Hammond both had three steals and two assists. Constantine fell to 0-8 overall on the season with the loss. The Panthers are now 5-3 overall. They fell to a 7-1 Schoolcraft team in league action last Friday night in Delton, 48-34. After a tight first period, the Eagles exploded for 20 points in the second quarter while limiting the Panthers to just four. Schoolcraft took a 37-20 lead into the break. “Schoolcraft handled everything we threw at them,” said coach Williams. The Eagles then extended their lead 48-24 going in to the fourth quarter. The Panthers climbed back into the contest a bit, outscoring Schoolcraft 10-0 in the final eight minutes. Polley and Kali Tobias had eight points Panther sophomore guard Andrea Polley works her way towards the basket during her team’s win over Schoolcraft Friday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) each for Delton, while Green had a team-high five rebounds. Schoolcraft got 14 points from Amanda Kolecki and 13 from Alicia Darko. Carly Scott chipped in nine points, and Brooke Gifford six. 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Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all claims made in any advertisements, and to use good judgment and reasonable care, particularly when dealing with persons unknown to you ask for money in advance of delivery of goods or services advertised. �Page 16 — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Stewart scores eight late to lead Lions to victory by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley senior Elizabeth Stewart was half joking, but what she said was true. “She had it right in front of me.” The Lions’ Jennifer Kent (33) leans around Hackett Catholic Central’s Kathleen Hawkins, drawing a foul in the process, to put a shot up in the fourth quarter Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) “And I’m fast. Don’t forget about that.” Stewart had a pair of steals that turned into break-away lay-ups within 15 seconds of each other. Those points turned a 46-43 Hackett lead into a 47-46 edge for the Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball team with about two and a half minutes left in the fourth quarter Friday. Stewart then went 4-of-4 from the foul line in the final minute. She scored the last eight points of the game as the Lions scored a 5146 Kalamazoo Valley Association victory over the visiting Fighting Irish. “That’s kind of us in a nutshell. We turn the switch on and off and it gives all the coaches gray hairs, because if we just left the switch on all the time we would be completely fine,” said Maple Valley head coach Landon Wilkes. Hackett Catholic Central led for nearly the entire second half. Maple Valley took a brief 33-32 lead midway through the third quarter, but early in the fourth quarter the Fighting Irish pushed their lead back to as many as five points. Hackett led 44-39 with 5:11 to play, before a few Maple Valley free throws cut that edge to one point. Irish center Kathleen Hawkins pulled down an offensive rebound with 3:33 left, and put it back in for a 46-43 Irish edge, but those were her team’s final points of the night. “Sometimes we get down in the third and fourth quarter and we’re not very nice to each other,” said Stewart. “We didn’t do that tonight. It was a team effort.” Her coach echoed those sentiments. “I’m proud of them. Ten girls played, and ten girls contributed,” Wilkes said. “Every kid in this book contributed something to that victory.” Stewart led the way with 19 points and six steals. She was 6-of-6 at the foul line. Jennifer Kent had 13 points and eight rebounds. Catara Briggs chipped in six points. Mikaela Bromley had four points and five assists. Zoanne Siple and Terri Hurosky had five rebounds each. Sammy Emery led Hackett with 13 points, and Hawkins added 12. Hawkins though was just 4-of-12 at the foul line, and as a team the Irish hit just 9-of-23 free throws for the night. The Lions are now 5-4 overall this season, and their KVA mark is 4-3. They scored another late win Tuesday night, coming from behind to top Parchment on the road 34-33. Parchment took a 25-21 lead into the fourth quarter, but the Lions went on a 13-8 run to close out the one-point victory. Terri Hurosky and Kent had eight points each for the Lions, while Stewart chipped in six and Bromley five. Parchment got 11 points from Tiara Gilliard, six from Courtney Geringer, and six from Tricia Gernaat. The Lions head to Constantine on Friday night. Lion boys still chasing first victory Viking cheer team overtakes Pirates in rough Round 3 Nobody’s round three was particularly outstanding last Wednesday night, as the Lakewood varsity competitive cheer team hosted the first event in the new Lakewood High School gymnasium. The Vikings weren’t perfect, but were close enough in the final round to pull ahead of Pewamo-Westphalia and earn the Lakewood Invitational championship. The Pirates, coming off a win at last Saturday’s Maple Valley Invitational, held a 425.1184 to 422.2872 lead going into round three. “We had one missed stunt, but other than that all other stunts stuck (in round three),” said Lakewood head coach Kim Martin. “I think that is what saved us. Nobody really had a good round three. There were a lot of missed stunts and gymnastics skills. The execution of stunts and skills is where we got ahead of P-W.” The Vikings scored a 288.8 in the third round, to end as the only team with over 700 points for the night with a total of 711.0872. Pewamo-Westphalia scored a 264.9 in round three, and ended wit a final score of 690.0184. Hastings was third with a score of 611.5792, followed by Williamston 488.0260, and Portland 481.5180. Martin said that her team had a good round one, and a nice round two. “We just need to work on cleaning up a couple skills.” The Vikings were just a tenth of a point behind the Pirates after round one, 218.2 to 218.3. Pewamo-Westphalia then scored a 206.8184 in round two, compared to the Vikings’ 204.0872. Hastings scored a 195.5 in round one, a 192.3792 in round two, and a 223.7 in round three. Hastings and Lakewood ad the only two junior varsity teams to compete on the evening, with the Saxons scoring a 541.3216 and the Vikings a 477.7860. BOWLING SCORES Maple Valley point guard Garrett Reid (left) tries to get by Hackett Catholic Central’s Nick Mancini in the lane during the first quarter Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) point field goals all night. They also had six threes, and went 20-of-29 at the foul line. Rider led the way for the Irish with 14 points. Brian Aldrich had nine, and Chris Anglin seven. Maple Valley got eight points from Austin Tobias, seven from Burd, and six each out of Smith, Fisher, and Levi Westendorp. The Lions didn’t help themselves at the free throw line like Hackett did, hitting on just 12-of-26 attempts. The Lions are now 0-6 on the season, and 0-5 in the KVA. They also fell at Parchment Tuesday evening, 51-34. The Panthers raced out to a 18-9 lead, then pushed their edge to 29-17 by the half. Parchment got 20 points from Nate Singleton, and nine from Adrian Patton. Fisher and Kyle Burns led the Lions with eight points each, and Burd chipped in six points. Maple Valley is on the road again in the KVA Friday night, at Constantine. BASEBALL South Central Michigan Youth Baseball is forming teams now for the 2010 SEASON Three Age Divisions: Willie Mays (ages 8 - 10) • Pee Wee Reese (ages 11 - 12) Sandy Koufax (ages 12 - 14) Tuesday Mixed Hastings City Bank 47 1/2-28 1/2; Grove Street Cafe 47-29; Boyce Milk Hauler 41-35; Hurless Machine Shop 38-38; Barry County Red Cross 29-47; J-Bar Antique Tractors 24 1/2-51 1/2. Men’s Good Games - D. Blakely 245; P. Scobey 221; K. Armstrong 210; G. Hause 209; S. Hause 178; C. Armstrong 178; L. Porter 168; M. Yost 165. Men’s Good Series - D. Blakely 641; P. Scobey 610; K. Armstrong 573; G. Hause 567; S. Hause 478; C. Armstrong 457; L. Porter 480; M. Yost 445. Women’s Good Games - S. Beebe 221; B. Smith 186; B. Wilkins 173; B. Benedict 168; B. Moore 161; M. Westbrook 160; D. Service 158; D. Ware 155; R. Gross 148. Women’s Good Series - S. Beebe 504; B. Smith 430; B. Wilkins 485; B. Benedict 363; B. Moore 399; M. Westbrook 444; D. Service 391; D. Ware 435; R. Gross 418. Tuesday Trio Coleman’s61-19; CBS 46-34; Quick Response Fire 44-36; Lu’s Team 43.5-36.5; Lynn Denton 41.5-38.5; Trouble 40-36; Lucky Strikes 39-37; Twisted Sisters* 37-35; Sister’s* 30-42; Delton Pole* 29-31; Super Crips 28-52; Team 12* 0-64. * Team make up. High Game - D. James 242; T. Daniels 237; P. Ramey 27; Shirlee V. 222. High Series - T. Daniels 588; Shirlee V. 582; L. Potter 573; Heather 570. 77542085 SCMYB by Brett Bremer Sports Editor A free throw by Hackett Catholic Central’s Dan Juzwiak with five seconds to go was the only point scored in the final minute and a half Friday night at Maple Valley. It was the only point the Irish needed in that time. It broke a 41-41 tie, and capped off the Fighting Irish team’s 42-41 Kalamazoo Valley Association victory over the host Lions. Riley Fisher hit a jumper along the baseline with 1:47 left to put Maple Valley up 41-39, but the Lions never scored again. The Irish tied the game at 41 on a pair of foul shots by Chris Anglin. After Juzwiak’s make at the line, Fisher’s off-balance three just before the buzzer glanced harmlessly off the back board. “Any time it’s a close game you expect to win. You want to win,” said Maple Valley head coach Trent Harvey. “We missed some close shots there.” Maple Valley trailed for most of the second quarter, went into the half down 25-19, and at one point in the third was behind by as many as nine points. A three by Marco Dossen combined with two free throws from Jack Rider put the Irish in front 30-21 with six and a half minutes to go in the third. That three from Dossen with 7:20 left in the third though was the final Hackett field goal for more than ten minutes. The Irish did hit a couple free throws, and at the end of that stretch the Lions held a 37-36 lead. “The kids really had great effort,” Harvey said. “They worked hard. The help side (defense) was there. The trap was there. We did have a couple of touch fouls at the end.” A three by Rider put the Irish back up two with just under three minutes to play in the fourth quarter. That Hackett lead only lasted a few seconds as on the next Lion possession, Ross Smith tipped an offensive rebound to teammate Josh Burd who put it back up and in for a 39-39 tie. Going through that stretch without a field goal wasn’t anything out of the ordinary on the night for the Irish. They only hit two two- Maple Valley’s Elizabeth Stewart (left) steps up to slow down a Hackett player in the back-court late in the first half of Friday’s KVA contest hosted by the Lions. (Photo by Brett Bremer) HASTINGS PLAYERS SIGN-UPS AND UNIFORM SIZING Thurs., Jan. 28th • 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Hastings Baptist Church on Woodlawn Ave. Thurs., Feb. 11th • 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Hastings Baptist Church on Woodlawn Ave. Bring player to size uniform and copy of birth certificate. Call Brad Currier for more info 269-945-4459 South Central Michigan Youth Baseball is a non-profit organization committed to bringing quality baseball to the Hastings and Middleville areas. We play a 16-game season in the Willie Mays division, and a 20-game season in the other two divisions. We play by the rules of the American Amateur Baseball Congress and all our players are outfitted with complete uniforms. To ensure your child’s spot in this league for years to come, sign them up at an early age. Also, taking applications for umpires, call Brad Currier at 269-945-4459 Visit us on the web at: www.scmyb.com Mixerettes Kent Oil 43-29; James Process Service 4230; Nashville Chiropractic 39-33; Dewey’s Auto Body 39-33; NBT 38-34; Dean’s Dolls 31-41; Sassy Babes 29-43; Good Friends 2745. Good Games and Series - D. Worm 177507; K. Fowler 201-487; B. Hathaway 161463; N. Goggins 175-442; T. Redman 158439; S. Merrill 192; C. Hurless 173-447; T. Drake 165-466; M. Rodgers 179-442; T. Christopher 189; J. Rice 179. Senior Citizens Three Gals and a Guy 42-26; Sun Risers 42-26; Butterfingers 41-27; Usedtobe#1 39.524.5; Just Having Fund 39-29; Kuempel 3434; King Pins 33.5-30.5; Be Happy 33-31; Ward’s Friends 29-39; Early Risers 26-42; Just Friends 23-41; M&M’s 18-50. Women’s Good Games and Series - R. Pitts 150; E. Moore 157-419; E. Ulrich 174521; S. Merrill 200; B. Maker 178-465; N. Bechtel 207-480; N. Boniface 213-478; Y. Markley 132-361. Men’s Good Games and Series - H. Gibson 159; R. Walker 184; D. Kiersey 185496; R. McDonald 218-612; M. Schondelmayer 156; K. Schantz 190; G. Forbery 179-459; P. Krystiniak 185-479; L. Markley 172-441; D. Murphy 169-415; C. Atkinson 188-534. Wednesday P.M. Hair Care 43-25*; Eye and ENT 42.5-29.5; Four Pals 41-31; Mill’s Landing 35-37; The River 29.5-38.5*; NBT 21-51. *Games to be made up. Good Games and Series - L. Elliston 197522; T. Christopher 191-523; E. Moore 151436; B. Smith1 57; G. Potter 147-392; J. Shurlow 161; N. Boniface 177; D. Seeber 215-545; E. Ulrich 175; R. Murrah 184; Y. Cheeseman 180-497. Sunday Night Mixed Sandbaggers 51 1/2; Team Ate 41; Skabbs 39; Sunday Snoozers 39; Lanes Divided 39; Pinchasers 38 1/2; Funky Bowlers 38; Straight Liners 37; Late Arrivals 34; Shelly’s Country Daycare 33; The Heath Gang 26. Women’s Good Games and Series - K. Kuhlman 189-507; C. Kuhlman 185-488; F. Ames 190-483; S. Symonds 129-351; M. Daniels 222; N. Shafer 212; S. Vandenburg 205; M. Heath 201; N. Mroz 198; A. Hubbell 180; J. Shoebridge 178; K. Farlee 164; B. Heath 152; D. Roberts 146; S. Henry 134. Men’s Good Games and Series - M. McKee 289-772; DJ James 223-627; S. Wilkins 212-547; J. Haner 202-545; B. Hubbell 202; J. Lesick 187; JJ Britten 178; B. Kelley 166. Friday Night Mixed Matt’s Bunch 44; Ten Pins 37 1/2; Spencers Towing & Tire 37; Dum Schitz 36; Shirlee’s *@#! Family 35; The 4 B’s 32 1/2; 9-n-aWiggle 29; Haldan 27; Part Time 27; Heads Out 26; Spare Time 26; All But One 25; Team #13 25; Oldies Not Goodies 25. Women’s Good Games and Series - S. McKee 246-649; K. Becker 258-591; S. Vandenburg 200-568; M. Daniel 181-510; T. Phenix 191-501; C. Etts 135-360; T. Pennington 206; F. Bell 194; M. Mathis 177; L. Smith 168; B. Breitner 156; J. Bowman 142. Men’s Good Games and Series- B. Bowman 248-696; D. McKee 256-622; J. Daniel 252-584; T. Heath 211-547; A. Taylor 202-525; T. Ramey 182-503; S. Abbott 158432; M. McKee 225; R. Guild 213; J. Barnum 204; M. Pennington 201; R. Chaffee 193; M. Albert 157. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — Page 17 Fighting Scots able to slightly scare the Saxons by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Early on the Saxon bench looked like it had something to worry about, but when the dual was tied 25-25 with just two weight classes to go Hastings’ head coach Mike Goggins appeared relieved. The Hastings’ varsity wrestling team improved to 2-0 in the O-K Gold Conference, winning a tight 36-25 dual at Caledonia High School Wednesday night. The Fighting Scots are now 1-1 in the league. Caledonia’s Spencer Plattner pinned Hastings’ John Parker in the third period of their 103-pound match to cut into a nine-point Saxon lead. Then at 112 pounds, Caledonia’s Alex Champion scored a reversal to go up 4 2 with a minute and a half left in the third period against the Saxons’ Shane Tossava and rode him out the rest of the way to tie the team score at 25-25. “Alex (Auer) had wrestled that kid (Spencer Coury), the same kid, last year and had done well against him. Kenny Cross is wrestling pretty good for a freshman right now. We felt pretty good about it,” Goggins said of the 25-25 deadlock. He was right to feel that way. Auer pinned Coury 58 seconds into the 119-pound match, and Cross scored a 17-2 technical fall against Paul Williams at 125 pounds to close out the win for Hastings. “Hats off to Hastings,” said Caledonia head coach Shawn Veitch. “They did what they had to do to win. But this is the most proud I’ve been of my team in my duration at Cal.” The Fighting Scots fell to Hastings 60-6 in last season’s league dual, and brought 11 of the 14 wrestlers from that match back to the mats when the two teams met Wednesday. “With mostly the same bunch of kids, they’ve made some real improvement,” Goggins said. “We wrestled with intensity and we wrestled tough tonight,” Veitch said. “Obviously, if we don’t get pinned four times, that saves 12 points right there, but they definitely recognize the improvement.” Austin Endsley at 135 pounds, Gage Pederson at 140, Beau Reaser at 215, and Auer scored the four Hastings pins. The Fighting Scots had two pins, one from Hastings 125-pounder Kenny Cross scores back points against Caledonia’s Paul Williams during the first period of their match Wednesday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Plattner and another from Chase Singleton at 152 pounds. Singleton’s pin wiped away what was left of an early 12-3 Saxon lead, putting Caledonia up 13-12. Evan Zych stared the evening with a 7-6 victory over Hastings’ Mitchell Brisboe at 130 pounds, and Hastings followed that up with the pins from Endsley and Pederson. The Scots then got a 15-5 major decision from Tanner Zych, who was honored before the match for his 100th varsity win, at 145 pounds. The Scots nearly added to the lead at 152 pounds, as Jon Schaibly picked up two quick penalty points from the Saxons’ Mike Cross at the start of the third period. Cross, who went into the third leading 3-0, never did let Schaibly get the tying escape point though. Another big match was at 189 pounds, where the Scots’ Brett McCarty scored a 13-7 decision over Matt Mansfield. “We figured we’d get pinned there, so we were happy when it looked like he was going to get teched, then he manages a three-point decision,” Goggins said of Mansfield. “We needed him to wrestle for six minutes. “That’s not very much fun, to stay out there and get beat up on, and Matt did his job.” McCarty was on his way to at least a fivepoint technical fall, leading 7-1 in the second period, but after an escape Mansfield was able to make up five more points by taking down McCarty and putting him on his back. “We were hoping to get six there at 189,” Veitch said. “Honestly, I think McCarty was a little overconfident, and didn’t think he could possibly go to his back.” Other winners for Hastings on the night were Jason Eckley who scored a 12-2 win at 171 pounds, Beau Reaser who won 10-6 at 215, and Colton Marlette who topped Nick Savoie 5-4 in the heavyweight bout. The Saxons followed up that win by finishing second, just four points behind DeWitt, at Saturday’s L.H. Lamb Tournament in Hastings. Hastings trailed the DeWitt Panthers by nearly 20 points heading into the finals, then nearly came back to steal the victory by winning four flight titles and four consolation championships. DeWitt finished with 186 points to the Saxons’ 182. Lakewood was third with 142 points, followed by Holland 125, Pine River 109, Bronson 67, Fennville 54, and Ionia 8. The Saxons had more champions than any other team, but DeWitt had eight wrestlers reach the finals. The Panthers won just one of those flight championship matches though. Hastings coach Mike Goggins honors senior Gage Pederson with the trophy for Most Outstanding Wrestler at Saturday’s L.H. Lamb Invitational. Saxon wrestlers beat DeWitt boys to win three of their four individual titles. Reaser scored a 7-5 decision over Pat McGiveron in the 215-pound championship. Pederson defeated the previously unbeaten Ryan Wilkinson 2-1 in the 140-pound final. At 189 pounds, the Saxons’ Mansfield pinned Matt Gallagher in 2:57. Pederson was named the Tournament’s Most Outstanding Wrestler. “All of our kids wrestled really well,” Goggins said. “We are really starting to gel as a team and if we can just get past a few minor injuries we will be pretty good. I was really please with Gage and Beau. Beau scored a reversal with less than ten seconds to go to take a one-point lead and the win.” The other Saxon champion on the day was Endsley, who defeated Lakewood’s Jarod Kent in the 135-pound championship 3-2. While DeWitt had just one champion, Ryan Burl at 145 pounds, Lakewood had two and Holland and Pine River had three each. The Vikings’ champs were Darren Eaton at 125 pounds and Ryan Steverson at 285. Steverson topped the Saxons’ Colton Marlette 9-2 in the final. Hastings’ other runner-up was Brisboe at 130 pounds. The Saxons’ Ken Cross (125 pounds), Collin Ferguson (145), Mike Cross (152), and Matt Schild (160) were third, and Eckley (171) was fourth. Lakewood had Willie Gross place second at 112 pounds, and Jarod Kent finish second The Saxons’ Jason Eckley (right) works towards a take down against Caledonia’s Flavio Gomez during the second period of their 171-pound bout Wednesday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) at 135. The Vikings’ third place finishers were Dylan Shoup (119), Laron Muhqueed (140), and Mason Blackmer (171). Joey Jackson (103), Jeff Baillargeon (130), Tucker Seese (145), and Lucas Porter (152) were fourth. The Saxons’ ‘B’ Team also wrestled Saturday, the Climax-Scotts Duals, where it went 3-2. Winning four times on the day for the Saxons were John Parker, Cody Newton, James Maine, Jacob Stockham, and Doug Baker. Scoring three wins were Bret Thomas, Kyle Mikolajczyk, Chase Huiseman, Bobby Leedy and Callan Lenz. The Saxon varsity will host Wayland this Friday at home at 5 p.m. The Saxons’ plan is for the dual to be done in time for basketball fans to be able to make it varsity games in Middleville and Wayland. The Saxon wrestlers then head to Middleville next Wednesday for their big league dual with the Trojans. DK boys pick up second win No. 2 ranked Catholic Central doubles up the Saxon varsity The schedule got much tougher after a 3-0 start for the Hastings’ varsity girls’ basketball team this winter. It doesn’t get any tougher than last Friday night, as the Saxons fell to 3-6 on the season with a 62-31 loss to No. 2 ranked Grand Rapids Catholic Central. “They are good. They have length and quickness we can’t match,” said Hastings head coach Steve Laubaugh. “Their starters could win the state championship, so obviously we were playing to try and accomplish some smaller goals. I was very pleased with our attitude and our fight. It’s hard to play a game when you know you are the prohibitive underdog, but our kids played them hard. Nobody rolled over and played meek.” Gabrielle Shipley led the Saxons on the night with 13 points. Veronica Hayden had ten points and five rebounds. Meghan VanZyl and Kayla Vogel had two steals each for the Saxons. “Gabby Shipley was strong offensively. She really worked hard to attack the basket,” said Laubaugh. Beyond Shipley and Hayden though, the rest of the Saxons managed just three field goals. As a team, Hastings only had three assists for the whole game too while turning the ball over 28 times. Tiesha Stokes led Catholic Central with 16 points on the night, Kelly Harman added 11, and Annalise Pickrel had eight. Catholic Central jumped out to a 21-3 lead in the opening quarter. “Our team isn’t discouraged, even after the week we had,” Laubaugh said. The week also included a league loss to Caledonia last Tuesday. “We know that we are approaching the stretch in our schedule where we can be competitive and win some upcoming games. We’ll work hard and focus on those games.” The Saxons travel to take on Thornapple Kellogg Friday night, then are off until next Friday when they’ll face the Godwin Heights team which they defeated in the season opener. SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org Delton Kellogg sophomore guard Ryan Watson drives towards the basket during Friday night’s contest against Schoolcraft. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Delton Kellogg’s Cody Anderson flips up a shot in the lane over a crowd of Schoolcraft defenders during Friday night’s Kalamazoo Valley Association contest. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Thornapple Kellogg wrestlers undefeated in first dozen duals Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity wrestling team improved to 12-0 in duals on the season by scoring victories over Grand Rapids Catholic Central and Plainwell Wednesday night in Middleville. The 49-18 win over Grand Rapids Catholic Central improved the Trojans’ O-K Gold Conference record to 2-0. Ryan Flynn, Van Thang, Trevor Dalton, Joey Powloski, Cody Lydy, Steven Cung Bik, Thomas Tabor, Donovan Scott, Nick Tape and Chase Schultz all scored wins over the Cougars. TK then closed out the evening with a 69- 9 non-conference victory over Plainwell. Over the holiday break, the TK Wrestling Club held its drawing for the Wood Raffle. The winner was John Washburn, the principal of McFall Elementary, who will be receiving three face cords of wood. The TK Wrestling club is very appreciative of those who participated in the drawing. Money raised was used to help offset the cost of shirts, hooded sweat shirts, and pants for the wrestlers. The Trojans host Hastings this coming Wednesday, in a battle of the 2009 O-K Gold Conference Co-Champions. THURSDAY, JANUARY 14 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm Boys Girls Boys Girls Fresh. Fresh. JV JV Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20 T-K High School T-K High School T-K High School T-K High School A H A H Wayland Union HS Wayland Union HS T-K High School T-K High School H H A A Lowell Duals Saxon B Team Duals Saxon B Team Duals T-K High School T-K High School T-K High School Wayland Invite Grand Rapids Creston A H H A A A A A Conf. 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MS JV Varsity Basketball Cheer Basketball Basketball Thanks to This Week’s Sponsor: PRECISION AUTO BODY REPAIR, INC. 819 E. Railroad, Hastings TUESDAY, JANUARY 19 4:00 pm 5:00 pm 5:30 pm 7:00 pm Times and dates subject to change. (269) 948-9472 HASTINGS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Contact Laura 948-0506 to Sponsor the Sports Schedule 77542029 In the middle of a very tough stretch of games, the Delton Kellogg varsity boys’ basketball team was able to find a bright spot. The Panthers scored a 47-44 Kalamazoo Valley Association victory at Constantine Tuesday night, ending a there-game losing streak. The win improves the Panthers’ record to 2-3 on the season, and 2-2 in the KVA. “Big win for us down there,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Mike Mohn. That’s always a tough place to play after an hour and a half bus ride.” The Panthers had one of their better shooting nights of the season, even thought they shot only around 30-percent from the floor. They did go 19-of-24 at the foul line. Cody Anderson had 19 points and seven rebounds to lead Delton, while Mitchell Wandell added ten points and 11 rebounds. “We’ve been kind of waiting for him to light a fire and kind of lead us,” Mohn said of Anderson. “I thought he did a fantastic job there.” The Panthers also got four points and seven rebounds from Deon Ferris, and three points and five assists from Jordan Bourdo. Bourdo, the Panther point guard, also only turned the ball over only twice. Delton was coming off a tough loss to No. 2 ranked (in Class C) Schoolcraft. The Eagles topped the Panthers in Delton last Friday 7741. Schoolcraft had just a ten point lead at the half, despite outscoring the Panthers 24-10 in the opening quarter. The Eagles pulled away early in the second half, limiting Delton to just 12 points in the final two quarters. Kody Chandler had 28 points to lead the Eagles, while Tyler Dow added 13, Luke Ryskamp nine, and Darin Douglass eight. Delton got 11 points from Anderson, nine from Wandell, and seven from Ryan Watson. Last Wednesday, Delton fell 62-37 in a non-conference contest at Otsego. The Panthers were just 17-of-52 from the field for the night, and turned the ball over 23 times. Despite those problems, it was just a seven-point game at the half. The Bulldogs went on a 23-6 run in the third quarter to take control of the game. Anderson had eight points for the Panthers, and Ferris had one of the best games Mohn has seen him play finishing with eight points and eight rebounds. Gavin Brinley chipped in five points and six rebounds. Delton now will play host to Kalamazoo Christian Friday night, then are back at it in the KVA Monday as they head to GalesburgAugusta. �Page 18 — Thursday, January 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner White Pigeon rallies in Round 3 to win in SMCCC Delton Kellogg’s Amanda Mikolajczyk pumps her fist towards the crowd during her team’s round two performance Tuesday evening at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor With what was by far the most impressive round three performance of the evening, White Pigeon won the opening Southern Michigan Competitive Cheer Conference (SMCCC) meet of the season Tuesday at Maple Valley High School. The Chiefs scored a 284.5 in the final round to finish with a final score of 642.0640, and surpass Schoolcraft and Climax-Scotts which came into the third round as the top two teams in the meet. The Climax-Scotts Panthers edged Schoolcraft for the second spot overall, 616.5620 to 616.0596. The Delton Kellogg Panthers, who won the inaugural SMCCC Championship in 2009, were sixth on the day with a score of 565, behind Pennfield (575.8048) and Maple Valley (568.0200). Bronson rounded out the team scoring, with a total of 467.3000 points. Maple Valley and Delton both struggled with their round three performances. The Lions scored a 235.5 and Delton’s Panthers a 232.8. “You have to have a ton of endurance to do the third round, and our third round is lacking right now because we don’t have the strength,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Zoe Reynolds. “We’re too tired.” “They’re winded and they’re exhausted half way through a cheer and they shouldn’t be.” She said endurance and confidence will be the main things her Panthers work on in the coming days. Still, the Panthers weren’t at the top of the standings at the start of last season either and managed to work their way to the top. This squad returns eight girls from that group. "We are improving. We’re getting better. It’s just a slow progress,” Reynolds said. “I’d like it to be a little faster, but I do see a glimmer of hope. Things are moving upwards and not staying the same.” The Lions had a rough round three because their routine was quite new. “We made changes last night to improve our difficulty points. Doing it the night before is not a good thing,” said Maple Valley head coach Donna Nisse. The changes should be ironed out before too long though. “In two weeks, I’d like to have all our difficulty and choreography points to where they need to be so we won’t have to add anything,” Nisse said. “Then we can just work on improving those.” The Lions edged the Panthers for fifth in the end in part because of an eight-point deduction against Delton in round two for problems with a handspring. The Lions’ Kayla Alexander (left) and Shelby Christopher perform a jump during their round two routine Tuesday during the SMCCC meet which Maple Valley hosted. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Nisse knows what that’s like. “The round one and round two are looking better,” she said. “We didn’t get a penalty in round two. We had been getting them on our cartwheels.” The Lions scored a 174.7 in round one, and a 157.8200 in round two. Delton was just behind Maple Valley heading in to round three, with a 177.1 in round one and 163.1 in round two before the deduction. Climax-Scotts had the top round one score of the day, a 192.2, and followed that up with a 176.4620 in round two. Schoolcraft had the lead after two rounds, with a 189.5 in round one and a round two best of 182.2596. White Pigeon wasn’t far behind heading into round three, after scoring a 191.6 to start off the night then adding a 165.9640 in round two. Delton Kellogg did win the junior varsity and middle school competitions on the evening. The JV team finished with a score of 479.8708. The middle school group scored a 314.1888. The Delton varsity heads to the Gull Lake Invitational this Saturday, then to the Loy Norrix Invite next Wednesday. The SMCCC doesn’t get together again until Pennfield plays host Jan. 27. Maple Valley will be a part of the Leslie Invitational this Saturday. Delton Kellogg’s girls combine stunts and gymnastics during their round three performance at Tuesday evening’s Southern Michigan Competitive Cheer Conference opener at Maple Valley. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Cougars come back in 2nd half against the Saxon boys An eight-point Saxon half-time lead disappeared with a defense led rally by Grand Rapids Catholic Central Friday night. Hastings’ varsity boys’ basketball team fell to 1-3 in the O-K Gold Conference and 4-3 overall with the 57-49 loss at home to the Cougars. The Saxons led 24-16 at the half, but were outscored 25-13 in the third quarter. “In the second half we had a total break down in our defense, and they started putting pressure on us,” said Hastings head coach Don Schils. “They started picking us up fullcourt and did a little run and jump, and that got us rattled.” It rattled the Saxons more on the defensive end of the floor than on the offensive end. The Cougars’ star, Sultan Muhammad, finished with just 11 points but his penetration to the basket led to a number of assists in the second half. Zeke Skinner wound up leading the Cougars in scoring with 15 points. Brendan Penny chipped in 12 points, all in the second half, knocking down three threes in the process. “We just weren’t able to get back to doing the things we need to do to win basketball games,” Schils said. In the first half, the Saxons were controlling the pace of the game and doing a good job of getting the ball inside to their post players. Zach Passmore led the Saxons for the night with 13 points and nine rebounds. Sean McKeough finished with 12 points. The Cougars led by four going into the fourth quarter, 41-37, and held about a fourpoint lead for much of the fourth before extending the advantage to eight points late. The Saxons head to Thornapple Kellogg Friday night, then will be home for a nonconference clash with Lansing Catholic on Tuesday. Young Trojans indecisive in lopsided loss to the Wildcats Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity boys’ basketball team wasn’t able to ride the high from an O-K Gold Conference win over Grand Rapids Catholic Central last Tuesday into its league clash with Wayland Friday. The Wildcats downed the visiting Trojans 63-29. “After such a great game against Catholic, we tried to continue the momentum,” TK head coach Lance Laker said. “Wayland is kind of a hard team to prepare for, the way they run and trap. Our inexperience showed.” He said that being tentative against the press really hurt his team, especially after an okay start in which Weston Hudson picked up two quick fouls and his team was able to get a few good looks at the basket. The Trojans didn’t hit enough of those good looks, and Hudson was able to bounce back and finish with 14 points. Zach Kasper led Wayland with 21 points in the contest. TK got six points from Sam Thaler, and four each from Robbie Enslen and Matt Williamson. Jared Stolicker had nine rebounds. The Trojans, who are now 2-4 on the year and 1-3 in the O-K Gold, return to action Friday at home against Hastings. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-01-21.pdf d10a0558b27bbbea5ff1cf9da90a16f2 PDF Text Text Local business victim of embezzlement Will Race to the Top impact local schools Saxons get first Gold win since ‘08 See Story on Page 13 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 18 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 3 NEWS BRIEFS Soup supper to aid Haiti residents The Snugly Quilters group will host a soup supper at the Middleville United Methodist Church Friday, Jan. 22. The group has decided to send proceeds from the supper to the Haiti relief fund through Church World Services. The supper will feature turkey noodle soup, chili and potato soup. Salad, hot dogs, egg salad sandwiches, bread and homemade desserts also will be available. The cost is $5 per person or $15 per family. The Snugly Quilters will accept additional donations to help with relief efforts in Haiti. The Snugly Quilters have used donated materials and blankets to make more than 100 quilted sleeping bags for the homeless. For more information about the soup supper or making a donation, call the Middleville United Methodist Church at 269-795-9266. 6 Prong Paw to perform Friday On Friday, the Hastings-based alternative rock band 6 Prong Paw will compete in the semi-final round of the 10th annual Heavyweight Battle of the Bands. Incorporating 30 bands from West Michigan, the event will lead up to a final round of competition scheduled for Feb. 15. The winning band will receive $2,000, be given recording time at a studio and have one of its songs appear on an upcoming WGRD Bootleg CD. Audience members 17 and over are welcome at the Intersection, 133 Grandville in Grand Rapids. The competition will begin at 8 p.m., and 6 Prong Paw’s performance is scheduled for 11:20 p.m. Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling 6 Prong Paw at 269-838-7412 or Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000 or by visiting its Web site at www.ticketmaster.com. Hastings library book sale canceled The Friends of the Hastings Public Library have canceled their used book sale scheduled for Friday, Jan. 29, and Saturday, Jan. 30, due to a lack of books. Members of the community are asked to remember the Friends as they sort and clean and bring their used, unwanted books to the library. “We are always grateful for used books in good condition, though we cannot use textbooks or Reader’s Digest Condensed Books,” said librarian Diane Hawkins. Donations can be left at the customer service desk. Call 269-945-4263 for more information. BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 Delton may move fourth grade, consolidate services by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At Monday’s Delton Kellogg Board of Education meeting, Larry Etter, president of the Delton Kellogg Education Association, posed several questions to the board, including whether it would hold a public hearing on the possibility of the board relocating fourth grade classes at Delton Kellogg Middle School, which currently houses grades five through eight. Delton Kellogg Elementary School currently houses kindergarten through grade four. Cynthia Vujea, superintendent of Delton Kellogg, answered Etter’s question, explaining that the principals of the two schools currently were discussing the possible move. In a correspondence sent after the meeting, Etter wrote that teachers had been informed by Delton Kellogg’s administration that, barring anything unexpected, the move would go forward. “So the community really won’t have input because the decision has been made ...,” he wrote. After the meeting, Vujea said the move has been talked about for years and would be a beneficial action for the schools to take because of Delton Kellogg’s declining enrollment and budget difficulties. She added that the move likely would be implemented sometime in the fall. To help facilitate the move, a committee comprised of teachers and parents is to be involved with the process, and a mentoring program involving fourth and fifth grade students might be implemented, Vujea explained. “There will be an advisory committee put together,” she said. Vujea added that, eventually, all of the classes currently offered at the elementary school likely will be held elsewhere and the building rented out. Vujea added that, eventually, all of the classes currently offered at the elementary school likely will be held elsewhere and the building rented out. The board adopted a resolution to create a plan to consolidate the services offered by Delton Kellogg’s teachers and administrators. “We’ve met with Hastings and Barry ISD already to talk about potential ways our sharing staff and programming would reduce the cost in the district,” said Vujea. In an interview after the meeting, Vujea elaborated on the plan being developed, explaining that it would allow Delton Kellogg students to travel to neighboring school systems to receive instruction in certain areas. Delton Kellogg Superintendent Cynthia Vujea said Monday that the district likely will relocate classes currently held at Delton Kellogg Elementary School, a historic W.K. Kellogg school, and rent out the building. Vujea added that it also would allow administrators, like herself, to offer part-time services to other nearby institutions. In other business, the board approved amendments to its budget for in the general, athletic and lunch funds, adopted in June 2009. The amended budget for the general fund includes a deficit of just over $125,000 and an expected fund balance for July 1 of CONSOLIDATING, continued on page 5 Hastings parents question board’s lack of communication by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer With mid-year budget cuts slated to take effect the next day, parents at the Hastings Board of Education meeting Monday evening expressed their concern over the lack of communication from the board and administration regarding the cuts and postings of special meetings. Parent Kathy Carlson asked when and where the board advertised the special board of education meetings that were held Wednesday, Jan. 6, and Monday, Jan. 11. “We notified the newspaper and we did notify WBCH, and it was posted ... outside our office,” said Hastings Superintendent of Schools Rich Satterlee. [While school administration did notify a reporter from the Hastings Banner about the meetings, the information was not received in time for publication before the meetings.] “I would like to ask why, or how, was decision made not to put forth more effort to notify the community and the parents of students in this district of all the changes they will see when they return to school tomorrow — specifically cuts in counseling and teaching staff, reduction of various staff members in various buildings throughout the district?” questioned parent Angie Thornburgh, referring to the mid-year budget cuts which included staff retirements and reassignments. “I was very disappointed to find out that it was not more publicly announced. And, when I asked Mr. Satterlee if it was going to be, he said it was not. “I want to know from each of you, as individuals, ... why that is, because during our strategic planning committee meetings, ‘communication with the community and maintaining information back and forth’ was one of the areas we set as a priority, or as a goal,” she added. “I think when we have the number of cuts that we have, taking effect tomorrow, that is a huge communication that needs to be brought out to members of the community that have kids in the schools.” Satterlee replied that teachers and staff who were retiring mid-year had sent home communications with their students, informing parents of the changes. He added that the reduction of counseling and other staff had been reported in the newspaper. “As far as at the secondary level, students change teachers every semester, so there’s nothing unusual going with that,” he said. “I did request administrators notify parents last week, and I think some of that was done.” “In the last two weeks, 10 days, with this Race to the Top, I think Rich has forwarded to us a potential 300 or 400 pages of information to read and be try to educated on, try to make a decision on, and try to be informed. Unfortunately, none of you received all those e-mails, or got to see those things, got to go to the ISD [intermediate school district] meetings. A tremendous amount of time and energy unfortunately, the last two, two and half weeks, has been spent on Race to the Top, trying to make a good decision, and unfortunately that may have been a distraction from doing a better job of communicating some of those things,” said Trustee Scott Hodges. “The deadline changed twice on us as to when our document had to be to the ISD ... I don’t know if that is helpful or meaningful, but in the last two to three weeks, there has been a whole lot of activity at the central office trying to inform us so we could make a decision on Race to the Top and that, unfortunately, distracts us from doing better communication stuff with people.” Thornburgh asked for the board’s permission to make another comment. “If you make it brief, yeah,” said Board President Patricia Endsley. Thornburgh said she has two children and a foreign exchange student enrolled in the district, two in the high school and one in the middle school, and none of her students brought home information from their schools. “Dr. Hodges, no disrespect to you whatsoever, but the decision for the cuts was made a while ago, and voted on Dec. 21, and that, in my opinion, gave any number of people plenty of opportunity to communicate that publicly to the community as a whole” said Thornburgh. “The paper, The Reminder is published every Saturday. The Banner is published every Thursday. There was a ‘Connection’ (district newsletter) that went out in one of the most recent Reminders, and there were numerous opportunities and possibilities where it could have been communicated and it simply wasn’t.” Later, during the final board comments portion of the meeting, Treasurer Eugene Haas apologized for the board’s lack of communication. “I am not authorized to speak for the board, but for myself, I really want to apologize for not meeting your expectations in terms of the level of communication you would like to have,” said Haas. “It seems to me that no matter how effective you are with communication, you can always be better. I COMMUNICATION, continued on page 6 M-43 becomes ‘birthing room’ for local couple by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer The shoulder of M-43 became a ‘birthing room’ early Tuesday morning. Little Carly Ann was so impatient to be make her way into the world that she decided not to wait until her parents were at a hospital. She arrived just a few minutes after midnight with the help of Dispatcher Che’rie White and the staff at Barry County Central Dispatch. Arts council to hold annual meeting “It’s a good thing dispatchers are multi-taskers — I was praying, talking and listening all at the same time.” Dispatcher Che’rie White The Thornapple Arts Council of Barry County will hold its annual meeting beginning at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, in the community room at MainStreet Savings Bank, 629 W. State St., Hastings. The annual meeting will begin with a presentation by Alan Bedell, a docent from the Grand Rapids Art Museum, See NEWS BRIEFS, continued on page 2 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, January 21, 2010 Jack Williams and Trisha Sandborn are the proud parents of Carly Ann. Williams had to deliver his daughter on the side of M-43 while on the way to Pennock Hospital. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) When a dispatcher answers a 911 call, any type of situation can be on the other end. This call presented White the opportunity to exercise midwife skills over the telephone. “I am on 43 or 66 headed to Hastings hospital. My fiancee’s having a baby. It’s coming out, I believe,” were Jack Williams’ first words to White. Less than a minute into the call, Mercy Ambulance was dispatched to intercept the couple as they headed to Pennock Hospital. A few short moments later, it was apparent the baby was not going to wait for the intercept. “You’re going to need to pull over to the side of the road, sir, and you’re going to need to help her have this baby,” White’s calm voice instructed Williams. More than halfway through the drive from Portland to Hastings, Williams asked if he could continue down the road. “When she said pull over, I told her we were within 15 minutes of the hospital, ‘Are you sure we can’t make it?’ She told me, ‘You need to pull over now,’” recalled Williams. A dispatcher in Barry County for the past dozen years, White said this was her first opportunity to deliver a baby over the phone. “About one minute or so into the conversation, it was apparent she was going to be having the baby imminently,” said White. “The baby came extremely quickly.” Using priority call system cards that are at each dispatching station, White was able give pre-arrival instructions to Williams and help start Carly’s breathing. “When the baby arrived, she wasn’t breathing or she had ineffective breathing,” explained White. “I instructed him to clear 911 BABY, continued on page 2 �Page 2 — Thursday, January 21, 2010 — The Hastings Banner NEWS BRIEFS continued from front page who will talk about the programs and services of that museum. The annual meeting and regular monthly business meeting will follow. All arts council members and those interested in learning more about the organization are invited to attend. For more information, call the Thornapple Arts Council at 269-945-2002 or e-mail tacbc@wmis.net. Information is also available at www.thornapplearts.org and on Facebook. Walk for Warmth needs walkers, donors With the help of generous donors, Community Action’s annual Walk for Warmth makes it possible for lowincome, elderly and disabled families and individuals to stay warm during the winter months through its emergency utility assistance program. This year marks the 25th anniversary of Walk for Warmth, and, more than ever, Community Action needs sponsors and participants to help keep area families warm. On Saturday, Feb. 27, the Walk aims to raise $10,000 in Barry County. Businesses can sponsor the Walk for Warmth through a monetary donation, or by donating goods or services toward participant door prizes. Participants can help by forming teams, recruiting friends and coworkers, collecting pledges and walking in the event. For more information, visit www.caascm.org/walkforwarmth.htm or contact Bev Newton, community resource manager, at 269-948-4260. Museum to host quilt show The Lake Odessa Depot Freight House Museum on Emerson Street will hold its annual quilt and textile show Saturday, Jan. 30, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 31, from 2 to 5 p.m. The quilts will include the newly pieced as well as historic family heirlooms having their first public showing. Also on display will be crocheted, knitted and woven items. Three signature quilts have been donated to the quilt show. Historical Society President John Waite invites anyone with a quilt, woven or knitted item to loan it for the display. Call him at 517-566-7317 or bring the item to the Freight House Friday, Jan. 29, between 1 and 5 p.m. The Depot will have a clearance sale at the gift shop during the show. Computer class offered for age 50+ “Beginning Computers” will kick off the winter season of classes for the Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR). Beginning on Friday, Jan. 29, Kim Madsen will provide instruction for people aged 50 and over on how to navigate thorough Windows Vista. The three-session class will be at the Hastings campus of Kellogg Community College on West Gun Lake Road on Fridays Jan. 29, Feb. 5 and 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. The cost for nonILR members is $35 and for members, $25. Those interested may register at the Hastings campus or call Connie Dawe at 269-948-9500, ext. 2803. Kiwanis announces students of the month Trees topic of talk at Nashville council meeting by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer Maple tree tapping provides sap to make the sweet syrup many producers in the area rely upon for income. The conversation at the Nashville Village Council meeting Thursday night was not exactly sweet. Council Member Mary Coll brought the issue of tapping trees in the cemetery to the table after reading minutes from the cemetery committee meeting held recently. At the committee meeting, members of the Nashville Syrup Association asked for permission to tap trees in Lakeview Cemetery located on East Street. The cemetery board approved tapping if fewer than 10 complaints are received. “I don’t feel we should be in the cemetery tapping trees,” said Coll. “What if there’s a funeral going on? Where’s the respect in that?” Council President Frank Dunham pointed out that the FFA tapped the trees in past years. “There’s enough trees in town, leave the cemetery trees alone,” said Coll. Along with Coll, council members Mike Kenyon and Richard Harwood expressed opposition to tapping the cemetery trees. “If anybody were going to be allowed to tap in the cemetery, I have the utmost faith in Blair [Hawblitz] and other members of the association,” said Kenyon. “I have no doubt that it would be done correctly, however, my humble and personal opinion is that we do not tap in the cemetery.” Council Member Sandra Lundquist sits on the cemetery committee and expressed her opinion about tapping. “I think if we don’t start working together as a community, we’ll have real problems,” said Lundquist. “I personally don’t have a problem with them tapping trees. The cemetery looks 120 percent better then it used to and I just want to thank the volunteers and DPW because without them, we wouldn’t have gotten the pole barn completed or the inside of the chapel completed.” Clerk Cathy Lentz said the village will put an ad in next week’s Maple Valley News, asking the community for its input on the tapping of trees in Lakeview Cemetery. In other tree news, Scott Decker of the Nashville DPW reported that Consumers Energy will be removing eight trees from along Putnam Park. Consumers is moving power lines and replacing a large number of utility poles around Nashville. Decker said the trees are within the 100-foot right-of-way, and the village has little influence over what is done to them. “These are trees that we’ve kind of thought of as ours and have been there for 100 years,” said Decker. “The trees are in the right of way of M-66 and not on village property. Consequently, there’s not a lot of leverage that we have.” Decker said he would work with Consumers Energy and try to get replacement trees for those removed. The board also set two public hearing dates to receive community input. The first hearing will take place Feb. 11 to set the 2010-11 budget. The second hearing is planned for Feb. 25 for acceptance of Nashville overlay of the Barry County Zoning Ordinance and is the next step in turning zoning enforcement over to the county. The hearing will take place during the regular council meetings which begins at 7 p.m. in the village offices. The council will meet again on Jan. 28 at 7 p.m. in the village office at 203 N Main St., Nashville. HEEF funds make enrichment activities possible for Hastings students by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor At a time when school funding is strapped, grants by the Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation (HEEF) continue to supplement educational extras in the Hastings Area School System. HEEF funds provide enrichment opportunities not available through existing school district funding. HEEF, last Thursday, approved $5,983 to fund student activities, including a variety of field trips and participation in educational programs. Funding was approved for the following: • Part of the cost to provide buses for all fourth graders to visit Greenfield Village in Dearborn where students will learn about the automobile industry history and experience village life of the 1800s in America. • Bus transportation for all third graders to visit the state capitol building in Lansing and learn about state government and view artifacts in the State History Museum. • Transportation by bus for all kindergarten students to travel to Binder Park Zoo as a culmination of a unit on animals. The zoo visit will allow students to observe and learn about the animals they have studied. • Bus transportation for all first through third graders to see the Hastings High School production of “You’re a Good Boy, Charlie Brown.” • Transportation for Star School third graders to attend the May 15 Third Grade Ag Awareness Day where students will learn about agriculture, animal husbandry and other science skills based on the Michigan Curriculum Framework. Third graders will learn about beekeeping, gardening, small engines, soil and water conservation, felting and fiber, the food chain, ATV safety and more. • Bus transportation for all fifth graders to attend a March 10 concert by the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra at Cheneny Auditorium in Kalamazoo. Students will be listening to music they have been studying. • The fee for the Youth in Government advisor, Mike Engle, to supervise students in ninth to 12th grade at the Michigan Youth in Government program where students will learn leadership through legislation simulation at Michigan’s capital. • Partial scholarships for 21 high school students to attend the Michigan Youth in Government program in Lansing. Students gain legislative and judicial experience by participating in the state government process, according to the request for funding application. • Costs for the Battle of the Books reading incentive program for all students at Hastings Middle School and sixth graders at St. Rose School in partnership with the Hastings Public Library. In the program, students read a variety of books and “come together to demonstrate their abilities and test their knowledge of the books they have read,” according to the request for funding. “Many prizes and awards are available to motivate the students to read more and more books. The finale of the program is an awards ceremony together with a pizza party.” In other business at the HEEF Board meeting, plans were discussed for HEEF to celebrate its 25th anniversary at a Feb. 26 dinner at the Walldorff Brewpub & Bistro in downtown Hastings. More details will be announced in the near future. A new college scholarship for Hastings students is also in the process of being finalized with the donors and details will be announced at a later date. Donations to HEEF are welcome yearround and make enrichment materials and activities possible. HEEF accepts gifts of any size and all donations are tax deductible. There are two ways to give. Checks may be made directly payable to HEEF to benefit special classroom projects and field trips, or checks may be made payable to the Barry Community Foundation, with a notation that it is to benefit the HEEF Fund. Gifts to the Community Foundation allow donors to take advantage of the Michigan Community Foundation Tax Credit, which amounts to 50 percent of the donation, up to a $400 gift from a couple. Please send checks to HEEF at 232 West Grand St., Hastings, Mich. 49058. H1N1 still dangerous, residents urged to get influenza vaccine The Kiwanis Club of Hastings recently recognized its students of the month for November and December. Pictured are (from left) Doug Gardner, Alisa Gardner, December Student of the Month Nicole Gardner, Bonnie Meredith, November Student of the Month Dustin Glaser, Brenda Signs and Barrie Signs. The Hastings Kiwanis Club recently recognized two Hastings High School students for their school and community involvement. Nicole Gardner, daughter of Doug Gardner and Alisa Gardner of Hastings, was named the December Student of the Month. Dustin Glaser, son of Brenda and Barrie Signs of Hastings, was named Student of the Month for November. Glaser has played football for 10 years. He was captain of the varsity football team, was named all-conference one year and all-county for two years. Glaser has played basketball for four years and served as captain. He also served on student council one year. Outside of school Glaser was a referee for the YMCA for two years, helped with Hastings High School summer youth basketball camps for three years. Glaser has not decided what college he will attend but plans to play football. Gardner’s school activities and achievements include earning an academic letter in 10th and 11th grades and being inducted as a member of the National Honor Society during her junior year. She has played soccer and volleyball during high school, earning a varsity letter in soccer. Gardner’s other activities include Key Club; SADD Club; Interact Club and Teens Against Tobacco Use. Gardner’s community activities include helping Barry County Substance Abuse plan its youth leadership summit to prevent underage drinking. Nominations open for 2010 Hastings Alumnus of the Year The Board of Directors of the Hastings High School Alumni Association is accepting nominations until March 15 for the 2010 Hastings High School Distinguished Alumnus of the Year Award. The award will be presented at the annual alumni banquet, Saturday, May 29 in the Hastings High School cafeteria. Nominations must be typed and should contain biographical information and reasons why the individual is being nominated. Reasons can include accomplishments, vocation, honors and awards received, community service, organization memberships, personal character, and other helpful information. The nominee can be residing anywhere, not necessarily Hastings, but must be an alumnus of Hastings High School. The Alumni Board would like to continue to consider previously submitted nominations, as well as new nominations. The Board is asking anyone who has submitted nominations in the past to resubmit again with up-todate information for the board’s consideration. Please send alumnus of the year nomination letters to Donna Brown, President, Hastings High School Alumni Association, 810 Indian Hills Drive, Hastings, Mich. 49058. “The influenza season lasts until May in the United States,” said Kellie Banko, RN, immunization coordinator at the Barry-Eaton District Health Department. “It is not too late to get vaccinated against influenza.” Seasonal and H1N1 flu vaccine is available to all Barry and Eaton counties’ residents who would like to be vaccinated. Residents who would like to be vaccinated against influenza should contact their health care provider to see if the provider is offering the vaccines. The Barry-Eaton District Health Department is offering vaccination by registration for people whose care providers are not offering vaccine, as well as for those who have no medical home. In Barry County, the registration-only clinics will be held at the Barry-Eaton District Health Department in Hastings at 330 W. Woodlawn Ave. Please call 269-945-9516 and then extension 660 to register. In Eaton County, the registration-only clinics will be held at the Barry-Eaton District Health Department in Charlotte at 1033 Health Care Drive. Please call 517-541-2660 to register. Kathleen Sebelius, U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, said in a blog article that flu is unpredictable. “Flu season typically lasts until May, and we don’t know whether there will be additional waves of flu illness. H1N1 is still circulating, it’s still dangerous, and there are still lives to be saved. That’s why it’s so critical for everyone to get vaccinated,” she said. “While over 60 million people have received the H1N1 vaccine, over three-fifths of Americans have not yet gotten it,” Sebelius said. During a recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) media briefing, Dr. Anne Dr. Schuchat, director of CDC’s National Center for Immunizations and Respiratory Diseases, said the H1N1 virus is still causing disease, hospitalizations and deaths. “Many people are still susceptible to this virus and would benefit from vaccination. We want to avoid complacency,” she said. During the first week of January, four states – Delaware, Maine, New Jersey and Virginia – continued to report widespread activity, Schuchat said. “We’re seeing drops in laboratory confirmed hospitalizations and deaths. But we actually did see activity increasing in a few other indicators. We still have more activity than we usually have this time of year, though it's certainly much below where it was several weeks ago. All the virus that we're seeing right now is the H1N1 virus. We haven't yet seen the emergence of seasonal flu strains in any numbers at all...,” she said. Local health department officials urge peo- ple to fight the flu by following the CDC’s recommended three-step approach: vaccination; everyday preventive actions and the correct use of antiviral drugs. For more information, visit www.flu.gov 911 BABY, continued from page 1 out the nose and mouth, and then we did some rescue breathing.” Ever the team player, White said the call went smoothly because of her co-workers and the knowledge they brought to the situation. Dispatcher Kenny Debri is an EMT and advised White to have Williams slap the bottom of Carly’s feet to stimulate breathing. White said Dispatcher Stephanie Smith had sent help to the scene as quickly as possible. “It’s a good thing dispatchers are multitaskers,” said White. “I was praying, talking and listening all at the same time.” Both Williams and fiancee Trisha Sandborn could not agree more. “She was super, absolutely. Everybody was great, but out of everybody she was above and beyond,” said Williams. “I appreciate everything dispatch did and the ambulance service that came, along with the staff at Pennock Hospital ... it was very much appreciated.” The second child for the couple, Sandborn said the birth went well, despite the unusual circumstances. “It was nothing like the first one,” said Sandborn. “They walked him through everything. She (Che’rie) was calm and helpful.” Sandborn began having pain around 10:30 Monday night, but those pains did not turn into contractions until around 11 p.m. She was in labor for almost 10 hours with her first child, leading Williams to believe there would be time to make the trip to the hospital when the contractions started. “She was having contractions, but her water hadn’t broke so we thought we had a little bit of time, and then all of a sudden, it was time,” said Williams. Carly Ann will join older brother Gunner when she is taken home. The parents said Gunner is anxious to meet his new sister and even picked out her name. “Trisha was reading names out of a book to Gunner and when she read ‘Carly,’ he said ‘Ya, ya.’ So, that’s what they went with,” said Barry County 911 Dispatcher Che’rie White delivered her first baby — over the phone — Tuesday. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) Trisha’s mother Ginny Sandborn. White said that while she had her co-workers, training and equipment to help her through the call, Jack is the real hero. “It worked out well. There was nice teamwork, but the father is actually the hero of the whole situation. It was a little over five minutes before we could get the child breathing appropriately, and he was able to get the umbilical cord tied off,” said White. “He stayed fairly calm and followed directions very well.” The call took just over 15 minutes, and White said she is thankful for someone extra who was on shift that night. “I just thank the Lord that God works midnights,” laughed White. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 21, 2010 — Page 3 County commissioners discuss enlargement of urban services area by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer The Barry County Board of Commissioners met for the first time as a committee-of-the-whole Tuesday to consider possible courses of action to vote on the next time they meet as a board. During the meeting, James McManus, director of the county’s planning and zoning department, proposed to the committee that its members allow for an extension to the Primary Initial Urban Services Area at its next board meeting. McManus explained that the PIUSA, which currently extends west away from the City of Hastings to just beyond the Hastings Wal-Mart, is an area encompassing properties within a township that readily can be accepted to receive urban services from the city. “Those are the areas that would be eligible to have the township and the city negotiate for a full set of urban services, which would include sewer, water, police, lights, paving — whatever urban services are permitted — through a negotiation process,” he said. “This does not deal with any of that contractual language between the township and the city. This is simply a map change showing where the extent of that could take place.” According to McManus, the proposed amendment to the PIUSA would extend its boundaries to the corner of M-37 and M-43, which is located within Rutland Charter Township and what has been the site of a proposed new hospital. As reported in earlier editions of the Hastings Banner, the Rutland Charter Township Board previously voted to allow the Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authority, based out of Delton, the opportunity to provide sewer services to the proposed hospital, provided that the organization received the necessary support from area municipalities and Pennock Health Services, the owner of Pennock Hospital in Hastings. When asked by Robert Houtman, chairman of the county board of commissioners, if the incorporation of the site of the proposed hospital into the PIUSA would prohibit Pennock Health Services from choosing the sewer authority to provide sewer services, McManus said that it would not. “I don’t think it precludes it,” he said. “It really doesn’t change the parameters of ... what’s happened so far. ... It will definitely provide them with the option of looking in both directions.” Mark Doster, administrator of the sewer authority, explained that his concern with the proposed extension of the PIUSA is that it Fishing tackle sent to recovering troops Lakewood schools’ fishing instructor Ron Martin has collected tackle donated by fifth graders in Lakewood and Hastings to give to soldiers recovering from injuries. His original plan was to ship the tackle to Iraq and Afghanistan until he learned they have enough tackle. So Martin is sending this tackle to soldiers here in Michigan and other states who are going through rehabilitation. Martin was told the soldiers need activities such as fishing to help them with their treatment. “We have received money donations from various people, plus fishing tackle from K&E Tackle of Hastings, local fisher- men and friends who want to help,” he said. The five boxes of tackle included various sizes of hooks and sinkers, bobbers, spinning bait and worms, spools of line, swivels, snelled hooks, pliers, spinners, spoons, jigs, small plastic bait boxes and plastic bags with an assortment of fishing tackle. The fishing tackle is being sent to Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing located in Maryland and the Brain Injury Association of Michigan National Guard in charge of brain injuries treatment associated with returning troops from overseas. might prevent the properties on and around Algonquin and Podunk lakes from ever having access to affordable sewer services. Because of the location of the sewer authority and because Pennock Health Services would pay for the costs associated with construction of a long-distance pipe from the sewer authority to the proposed hospital, residents of both lakes would be able to utilize the pipe without having to pay for it to be built, he explained. While McManus said that properties on and around Algonquin Lake were positioned in such a way that they could receive sewer services from the city, he explained that properties on and around Podunk Lake were not. According to the manager of planning and zoning, remodeling the proposed amendment to the PIUSA to include the Podunk Lake area would likely take one year. Doster explained that while he would be willing to end his work to provide sewer services to the site of the proposed hospital if the PIUSA were made to accommodate both Algonquin and Podunk lakes, he did not support any plan that would lead the areas of either lake “stranded.” “A lot of the portions, players, in this are kind of into benefiting themselves, and probably the hospital as well, and, so this might be your ... one and only opportunity to ... put stipulations on something, and you could tie up a number of problems here, right here, at this opportunity, by tying Podunk Lake and Algonquin Lake to that hospital,” he said to the committee. “If, for some reason, that fails or there’s an unwillingness on the parties to do that, of course, I would just as soon that they nicely step out of the way to allow me to come in and try to do something that might benefit the people of the county.” McManus expressed concern over the committee making any decision that might rely too heavily on future decisions of Pennock Health Services. “I wouldn’t want to hamper any potential development that might improve the county economically,” he said. “When we don’t know what the hospital’s going to do, there’s no reason to handcuff all the other properties.” The committee voted 6-1, with Commissioner Don Nevins casting the dissenting vote and Commissioner Michael Callton absent, to resume its discussion of the proposed amendment at its Feb. 2 meeting. The committee instructed McManus to have the proposed amendment reviewed by an attorney who would examine the possibility of incorporating Podunk Lake into the PIUSA. Items to be voted on the next time the commissioners meet as a board include: • The approval of a grant contract from the Business appeals to Rutland board for wastewater services by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At the Jan. 13 meeting of the Rutland Charter Township Board, Matt Spencer, owner of Priority Collision Center, a business specializing in automotive service and repair, addressed the board, explaining that he recently was constrained by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality to install a tank to capture and contain waste- Nashville fire destroys two buildings, three vehicles by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer Two barns and three vehicles were destroyed in a blaze Sunday afternoon. The Nashville-Castleton-Maple Grove, Sunfield, Vermontville and Woodland fire departments responded to the call at 7551 N. Hager Road in Castleton Township. Nashville Fire Chief Bill Wilson said the structures were fully involved when they arrived on scene around 2:20 in the afternoon. A 24-by-50-foot barn and a 40-by-72foot barn were destroyed. A third barn on the property, which is owned by Orvin Moore, sustained smoke and fire damage. No injuries resulted from the fire, though the two buildings were a complete loss. “There were no injuries and as far as we know no pets,” said Wilson. “Everything else can be replaced.” Firefighters from Vermontville, Nashville, Woodland and Sunfield work Sunday Hamilton Excavating helped with demo- afternoon to battle a blaze on North Hager Road. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) lition to extinguish flames and keep the blaze from flaring up again. While fighting nearby propane tank cool with water to ensure it did not explode. the blazes, firefighters worked to keep a water generated by his operation. “I just had to spend about $3,000 to put a tank in the ground for my floor drain, and now I’m going to pay approximately $1,000 to $1,200 to have 1,700 gallons of ‘industrial waste’ — that they’re calling it — to have that removed,” he said. Spencer expressed a desire to have the board work more diligently to have the City of Hastings provide his business on Haynes Loop, along with others in the area, with sewer services, so that he would no longer need to incur the expenses necessary to contain and transport the wastewater. “I don’t know if anybody’s planning for the future for our wastewater,” he said. Jim Carr, township supervisor, responded to Spencer’s concerns, saying he was in the process of talks with the city about having it provide sewer services in the vicinity of Priority Collision, which is located west of downtown Hastings, just off of M-43/M-37. “We’re giving it a shot, Matt, and I’m not treating this lightly,” he said. Carr, along with other members of the board, told Spencer that the first step he should take to receive sewer services from the city would be to join with other area property owners in signing a petition to present to the board expressing their desire to receive such a service. The supervisor explained that he would be comfortable moving forward with Spencer’s request only if he knew that it was supported by his neighbors and colleagues. In an interview Tuesday, Carr said he had contacted Fleis and VandenBrink Engineering, a firm that provides development services to Rutland Charter Township, and told a representative of the firm to keep him informed of any grants that might become available that would aid in funding the initial cost involved in having the city provide sewer services to Priority Collision and its surrounding area. Extreme Needs silent auction continues The music was non-stop music Saturday at Fall Creek Restaurant in Hastings as $1,000 was raised for the Extreme Needs Community Investment Fund. The fund, coordinated by Barry County United Way and Barry Community Foundation, helps individuals with emergency expenses such as heating and medical bills. Area bands took the stage, with a different band performing about every hour from noon to 11 p.m. A jar was set out for cash donations, and guests inked their bids in a silent auction. To add to the fund, the silent auction has been extended through Friday. Bidders may view more than 35 items in the auction at the restaurant on South Jefferson and Court streets in Hastings. Some of the items are valued at more than $100, said organizer Liz Lonergan. “I’m challenging Barry County to help An afternoon of music attracts Melissa Vander Galien, Christy Haig and sons Michael and Jonathan. Area bands donate their time and talents for the cause. Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (Byrne/JAG) for assistance with Barry County Drug Court, a program that seeks to end addiction through the use of consistent therapy and positive intervention. • The granting of permission to Barry County Transit to apply for various grants. • The reappointment of Joe Bleam as manager of Barry County Transit. • The approval of ballot language for a proposed renewal to the millage for Charlton Park to be voted on May 4. • The adoption of a resolution to support Michigan House Bill 5114, which, if enacted into law, would strengthen the child custody rights of divorced fathers. • The approval of a letter to support the creation and passage of legislation within the Michigan legislature that would allow the spouses of fallen soldiers who had received the Purple Heart to be eligible to register for vehicle license plates that reference the award. • The appointment of Nevins to the county’s tax allocation board. • The approval of a bid of $305 from Janice Rugg for a 1983 GMC truck belonging to the county’s sheriff’s department. • Proposed monetary transfers and disbursements within the county. raise more money. There are a lot of great items here,” she said, adding that the auction includes gift certificates for other restaurants and services. Bands Saturday included Silent Bark, Chuck Whiting, The Trip, Maiden Voyage, Upside Down Larry, Amprage, Grumpy Old Men, Free Lance Brothers of the Revolution, Tony LaJoye and Chugg. The bands donated their time and talents, using sound equipment from Kenny Brown of Walldorff Brewpub, which also donated wait staff. Fall Creek donated a percent of its proceeds that day to the Extreme Needs fund. Since October of 2008, the foundation has been able to give $35,000 back to the community, helping those who fall through the cracks with medical bills, car repair, heating and more. In other business, the board adopted a resolution declaring its intent to establish a special assessment district for funding weed control at Podunk Lake. According to the resolution, the district will be similar to one that was in effect from 2004 to 2008 and will consist of 80 lots on and around the lake. As part of the proposed district, the owner of a lot with frontage on the lake would be assessed $180 per year, the owner of a lot with frontage on the lake’s channel would be assessed $150 per year and the owner of a lot with no frontage on the lake that guarantees access to the body of water would be assessed $50 per year. A public hearing on the proposed special assessment district will be held Feb. 10 at the board’s next regularly scheduled meeting. Carr said after the meeting that the duration of the proposed district also will be discussed Feb. 10. The board adopted its first reading to revise a number of ordinances already in effect within Rutland Charter Township. Proposed revisions include those pertaining to cemeteries, construction regulations, municipal civil infractions, outdoor assemblies, sewers and sewage disposal, subdivision of land and zoning. Many of the revisions would make details of the ordinances more concise and eliminate gender-specific language. Responding to a request from the Rutland Charter Township Planning Commission, the board also passed a motion to allow the planning commission to hold a public hearing on proposed changes to the township’s future land use map that were requested by residents and would allow them to change the way in which their properties are zoned. The requests, if put into effect by the planning commission, would change the way in which several properties are zoned. The property located at 620 Tanner Lake Rd., which currently is zoned for residential and commercial use, would be zoned for mixed use. Property located at 1759 Heath Rd., which currently is zoned for residential use, would also be zoned for mixed use. Zoning for property located on Norway Street (parcel 08-13230-016-05) would be changed from a classification for commercial use to one that would accommodate a multi-family residence, and two parcels on M-179 (parcels 08-13-017004-00 and 08-13-016-007-00), which currently are zoned for agricultural use, would become a federal game area. In addition to allowing the planning commission to make changes to the future land use map, the board, with its passage of the motion, also supported the commission in modifying the township’s master plan to allow the municipality to apply for energy grants. Passage of the motion also allowed the commission to make the Hastings Area Joint Land Use Plan, which details how the township should partner with surrounding municipalities in actions involving growth and development, part of the master plan. Acting on a request from the Prairieville Township Board, the Rutland Charter Township Board also considered adoption of a resolution requesting that the Michigan legislature institute a statewide ban on the use of fertilizer containing phosphorous at residential properties. However, unlike the Prairieville Township Board, the Rutland Charter Township Board did not adopt the resolution. “I, personally, am not too hip on telling anybody how to fertilize their lawn,” said Carr. “... I’m not demeaning or undermining Prairieville Township’s attempts at all. I just ... have a real ... hard time with dealing with telling you how to fertilize your lawn, and I think we have other things that we can do with our time ....” Trustee Rob Lee echoed Carr’s sentiments, saying, “We have enough rules and regulations.” �Page 4 — Thursday, January 21, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Eternal life can be had without technology To the editor: The Cryonics Institute is in the news again. This is where people store and freeze the bodies of their loved ones, hoping that some day, someone will find a cure for whatever disease their loved one died from, and they will live again. I have great news. It’s already been done. The Bible (quoting the Lord Jesus) says: “He that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet he shall live.” John 11:25. Carl Swanson, Delton Raises were wrong; rollbacks now needed To the editor: This is a great time for the Hastings School Board to listen to the taxpayers and public. I hope it is not too late. Rumor has it that the school board has been working on a millage increase for the past 18 months. First question, what are the expenses to maintain Pleasantview School, the heating and utilities to keep the school ready? Is the board planning to sell the school or just maintain it indefinitely? Second, why were raises given when the community and state are in deep recession? Why didn’t the school board look at the budget income versus expenses and realize that raises were not possible. Why did the school board lead teachers and staff to believe if Pleasantview stayed open there would be layoffs and no raises? This strategy pitted Pleasantview parents against the teachers and Pleasantview parents against the school board. The board closed our school and the raises were granted, and now the board needs more money. The maintenance on our schools should not be on an extra millage budget. It is important to maintain our buildings first, and then if we have extra money in our budget, by all means give nice raises to staff and employees. If you read the Hastings Banner, you will see five, yes five pages of home foreclosures listed. We are a struggling community and do not have the extra money to give to a school system that does not keep expenditures within its budget. You cannot spend all the money in the school budget and just go to the taxpayers and say we need more money. You could start with a rollback on the raises. I know it would be hard, but other school districts are rolling back wages and benefit packages to meet their budgets. In closing, we are thankful for Schools of Choice. Our grandchildren are now attending Bellevue Community Schools. Bellevue is truly a school that puts students first. My grandchildren meet the school bus at the corner of Lacy Road and M-66, for a direct ride to the school that takes about 20-25 minutes versus 1 1/2 hour each way in the Hastings district. We will not vote to support any school district that does not support our children. We do not want a millage increase and will vote a definite “no” if you go to the expense of a millage election. Sarah Cook, Lacey Township employees were not harassed To the editor: In his somewhat convoluted letter to the editor, (Banner, Dec. 10, 2009) Joe Gabos informed us that numerous (but uncited) “studies and polls” suggested that “62 percent (of us ages 12 through 62) admit that they lie to get their own way. He then informs us that since we perpetually have our heads below ground, we probably didn’t know that four “regular” township employees submitted their resignations because they were “harassed and intimidated.” In speaking of these four “regular” township employees (loyal people with many years of longevity) Gabos leaves out important information. One of the four he refers to is Mike Herzog, newly elected to serve as trustee in 2009. Herzog was not harassed; he did not attend any meetings in the year 2009. But I doubt that “harassment and intimida- Cold weather brings out “gentleman” To the editor: On the 12th of January, a very cold day, I pulled into the Prairieville gas station to fill my car. A gentleman asked “Can I do that for you?” He told me to go inside to keep warm. I was, and I am still, in shock. I didn’t get his name, but he knows who is was. All I can say is there are still a few “gentlemen” on this earth and I send a special thank you to the one in Prairieville – I just turned 85 in November. Leona E. Gillespie Delton tion” had anything to do with it. Herzog is known to be a strong, capable leader in past township government positions, as well as his exemplary service to our fire department. His resignation was of his choosing for reasons known only to him. Another, the treasurer of 15 years, Vickie Notthingham, resigned but agreed to stay on for several more months in order to help the new treasurer transition to the township system. The other two resignations were not elected positions. Next, Gabos writes: “Common sense suggests that we can no longer stand for mistruth. We need the truth in Prairieville Township, especially from supposedly elected officials.” I agree that we do need to hear the truth. It would have been enlightening and helpful if Gabos had identified the “we” he is referring to. I do know that his “we” group does not include a multitude of residents who maintain that our township is in fact operating very smoothly and is staffed by highly ethical and competent people. So then, we are left to ponder of Mr. Gabos and the anonymous “we” people contend that there is one mistruth? Two mistruths? Or, perhaps, too many for those of us with our “heads in the sand” to comprehend? Finally, allow me to conclude with a nugget of truth. The Prairieville Township officials referred to by Mr. Gabos and company were not “supposedly” elected. The were “duly” elected by the people of Prairieville Township. No lie. How could I? I’m over the age of 62. Linda Russell Prairieville Township Will Race to the Top program impact Michigan schools? In the early 1980s, a government report on education stated that the United States was losing ground with other nations in preparing students for the new workplace. “A Nation at Risk” produced by the National Commission on Excellence in Education, reported on the situation in this country: “The educational foundations of our society are being eroded by a rising tide of mediocrity that threatens our very future as a nation and a people. What was unimaginable a generation ago has begun to occur – others are matching and surpassing our educational attainments.” The report went on: “If an unfriendly foreign power had attempted to impose on America the mediocre educational performance that exists today, we might well have viewed it as an act of war. As it stands, we have allowed this to happen to ourselves.” The report pointed out that we were living in a world of “determined, well-educated and strongly motivated competitors,” making it harder for our young people to compete on a global stage.” That was nearly 30 years ago, yet we are still looking for ways to improve our public education system. Recently, school districts across the state that were looking to participate in the new “Race to the Top” program had to fill out the necessary paperwork and have it filed with the state by the end of the day Jan. 7. Now, Michigan’s application for more than $400 million in federal reform money is on its way to Washington, D.C. The $4.35 billion federal Race to the Top fund is being reported as the largest federal competitive investment in school reform in this country’s history. It’s designed to reward states for past accomplishments and creates incentives for future improvements. That’s laudable goal, but is it just another federal program costing taxpayers billions while not encouraging local schools to do a better job in preparing students for a global world of work? Since the 1980s, administration after administration, both on the state and national levels, officials have seemed more concerned about measurable outcomes, but have failed masses of students in the K-12 education system. Maple Valley Superintendent Kim Kramer said last week, “The state is notorious for giving us the money to start something then taking the money away and requiring us to keep what was started by paying for it through the general fund.” Hastings, Maple Valley, Lakewood and Thornapple Kellogg all signed and returned the necessary paperwork to comply with federal Race to the Top mandates. Delton Kellogg was the only district turning down the offer, due to concerns over the level of involvement required for program participation. In 1983, authors of “A Nation at Risk” recommended simple, straightforward and lasting national reforms. Among them: strengthen content to stress basics; adopt more rigorous standards and expectations; devote more time to basics with better use of the school day, longer school days, and a lengthened school year; improve teaching and teachers while providing leadership and funding. Now, nearly 30 years later, political rhetoric still remains the major stumbling block that keeps the system from reaching its goals. Five years after “A Nation at Risk” appeared, co-author and Secretary of Education William J. Bennett assessed American’s Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Prairieville Township recall effort makes no sense To the editor: As a member of Citizens for Common Sense in Prairieville Township, I am responding to Sharon Ford’s letter of Dec. 31 in which she asks who my "stellar scholar" (her words) is for figures I use in published comments pertaining to the Prairieville recall efforts. My stellar source for the $5,000 to $8,000 estimated cost for a special election in Prairieville Township is the Barry County clerk’s office. If a special recall election were successful, necessitating then a special election for new officials, the total cost for both elections could be $10,000 to $16,000. Ford is correct in stating that this is a "far-cry" from her estimate. In my opinion, even two cents of our tax dollars spent for this recall is too much. It is a waste of our taxpayer dollars. My other stellar sources of information are the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) documents that Ford sites as solid proof that our elected township officials are deserving of a Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. education progress. In 1988, he said, “We are doing better than we were in 1983, but we are certainly not doing well enough, and we are not doing well enough, fast enough. We are still at risk. Now, three decades later, we remain a nation at risk, plus we’ve been impacted by a changing culture putting us even more at risk.” In a nation that finds movie personalities, athletes and pop stars more important than scientists, firefighters and local business owners, it makes it difficult to develop the remedies necessary to help our students find their true potential. In November, I wrote in one of my opinion columns, about the Race to the Top and how the current U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan, Rev. Al Sharpton and Newt Gingrich, a trio of political opposites, were touring several school districts across the nation promoting the administration’s education program. They were looking at local initiatives where industry, government and schools worked together to create their own improvement rather than waiting for governmental solutions. There are so many charlatans in the world of education looking for headlines, trying to gain exposure by coming up with clever slogans while struggling with little or no success. If government leaders are really interested in the decline in our country’s intellectual capital, then it’s time to focus on local initiatives, which have shown some promise in systems that have been in trouble for decades. The reform that Duncan, Sharpton and Gingrich studied were in single school districts where government removed “the shackles,” allowing local districts to make meaningful change in the way we educate our students. Much of this country’s success depends on our public education system. Our economic conditions and standard of living are linked to how we prepare our students for a world of work — their success will determine the way we grow and prosper as a nation in the coming years. If Michigan and America plan to compete on the world stage, then it’s imperative we give our students all the necessary ingredients they need to rise to the top – be the best they can be – making us proud and secure. Given the economic conditions of our state’s school systems, will boards of education continue to negotiate salary and benefit increases they can’t afford or will they work locally to make the necessary changes in their districts by creating a system that promotes all students staying in school and reaching the educational skills they need in the future? If you read the Hastings School Board story in this week’s Banner, you can get a sense of the monumental problems we face, in that we can’t even communicate effectively with parents — which is fundamental for schools competing for excellence. Throughout the state, school districts should push their students to “race to the top” achieving all they can be — but if we’re serious about success, it will only come about if local school boards, teachers, parents and business leaders get together to seize the opportunities by giving students the education they need to compete in the coming years. recall. And yes, I have read the FOIA’s. Hours of them. For those of our citizenry interested in verifying the claims of either PAC, the FOIA’s are available at the township office for reading (Bring your No-doze). A person or persons on Ford’s committee did pay for FOIA copies. But that cost pales in comparison to the thousands of tax dollars in legal expense to our township caused by the thousands of pages of documents requested by the Recall Committee. The reason for the necessity of the legal expense on these was to protect the township from lawsuits should they release information deemed damaging to persons, agencies, or corporations in the FOIA. Ford said, "the public should have the right to recall or FOIA." Absolutely. I agree. But, along with these rights comes a responsibility to carefully analyze all the facts and consider the ramifications that a recall brings to a community. It is beyond my comprehension, how, after doing a thorough analysis one would What are your three things? conclude that the only way to resolve this issue is a recall. Might there have been a better way to handle this? If indeed illegal closed meetings and any other violations have occurred during the board’s tenure, wouldn’t a better course of action have been: Report the infractions to the appropriate authorities; allow the county authorities to investigate and handle the situation. That is exactly what was done: A concerned citizen of the Recall Committee reported it to the appropriate county officials, and the county officials examined the case and made a judgment. The county prosecutor then sent a letter to each of the township officials, reporting his findings which read, "It appears that the violations were not intentional, therefore I will not be prosecuting you for the alleged offenses." The whole township was notified in a newspaper story. I personally know that our township officials have taken this rebuke seriously; a hard lesson LETTER, continued on page 5 The Hastings Banner A Michigan public radio station has been interviewing people, asking what three things they would like to see happen or changed to help improve Michigan. What three things do you think could help improve Michigan and Barry County? Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com Kayla Britten, Middleville: “I think one of the major efforts to improve Michigan, Barry County and our local communities is a real effort to improve our roads. Paved roads should be kept in repair and there should be an effort to improve dirt roads.” Ann Ulven, Yankee Springs: “I think that it is important that schools look at their transportation system. When kindergarten students have to ride on the school bus for longer than an hour, this causes real problems for families.” Gina Verus, Yankee Springs: “I think the most positive change we could see locally, in the county and the state, is more jobs. I know more than 30 teenagers and many adults looking for jobs. That would really help our community if these people were working.” Marshall Hardin, Hastings: “Kick the politicians out.” Karl Golnek, Hastings: “More jobs.” Gavin Smith, Haslett: “First, state legislators [need] to work out the funding problem with K-12 schools which may mean new or increased taxes. We are already cut to the bone, any more cuts would be an amputation. Two is to continue the Pure Michigan promotion, especially outside of the state of Michigan. If we don’t continue to market it to neighboring states, we will see a drop in tourism. 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Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 21, 2010 — Page 5 CONSOLIDATING, continued from page 1 National media shouldn’t disregard troubles here To the editor: When a tragedy occurs anywhere in this world and American citizens find out about it, we jump into action in some way or another. We will help out in many ways: giving money, giving food, giving blood, even going there if we can to help out where the need helps the most. This country has met every tragedy challenge outside of this country and within this country the best way we could at the time with the resources available since the beginning of this country. Everyone has the basic right to clean water, good food and a roof over their heads and some level of secure surroundings. When you have a tragedy, such as the earthquake in Haiti, with so many unknowns creating so many problems, the incoming agencies and military units have to try to figure out how to deal with the problems at hand and how to get everything in place to help out. It’s a massive job. Yes, problems do arise when you enter a country and have to deal with these tragedies through agencies and or governmental levels which can slow operations down. But it is our country’s mission to get the basic plan down and figure out how to get the job of helping these people get back on their feet again – not to go down there and to control that neighboring country. We are there to help secure the streets and to get the people healthy again so that they can govern themselves. It takes many govenrmental agencies (U.S. and around the world) plus many humanitarian agencies to work together to pull off major relief. But it also needs willing citizen support to fund immediate help of money and supplies. The earthquake in Haiti was a major tragedy and needed the world’s support to get back on its feet again. People there are left in terrible condition. The major media broadcasted 24 hours a day the Haitian situation to our living rooms to pinpoint their problems. Yet, back home I feel is a very critical need that should be brought out before the television audience, and that is the subject of “Main Street USA.” It’s time the major media camped out on Main Street America and start to ask the right questions. Card-carrying Americans want to know if he or she can plan to retire with income (will the U.S. dollar be around with some value to it)? Can we figure to have a stable health care system intact? Is this country going to be a secure place (defense-wise) or stressful going ahead? What about jobs? How safe will our saved money be in the future? These are just a few of the questions no one is even asking. So maybe it’s time someone got down to Main Street USA and did the dirty work to find out if anyone wants to supply these answers instead of just being taken for granted. So to anyone who is reading this letter, I am for donating to any tragedy challenge like Haiti or where ever a cause may arise. But I am also for the attention to be placed back here in this country where there are major problems not being fixed. So many times, the major media cannot wait to go anywhere around the world to bring us a tragic story. Yet, very few times those same reporters will not come into Middle America to ask simple questions about very important matters. Lately, I feel like no one even cares about the little guy any more until it is time for election. Boy. Then it’s “America the Beautiful,” whatever-you-guys-want-you-will-get. But after the polls close, it’s back to the normal policy of forgetting the little guy and women and then business as usual. This has been going on for generations in this country as the politicians have taken their bosses for granted. So one and all donate your money to true causes, true people, true beliefs. Remember to keep our fighting men and women in your thoughts and your prayers as they try to keep this country as secure as possible. As they are deployed all over this world, these men and women have volunteered to defend this country against all enemies (foreign or domestic). So, yes tragic events matter and please help out, but also give some thought to the future of your neighbors back here. Yes to the world! Yes to the USA. Stephen Jacobs, Hastings high school. ... Good students realize they must take hard classes, get good grades and work on their ACT scores, so this rewards them for those types of things.” The board also heard two presentations highlighting artistic accomplishments at Delton Kellogg. Brian Makowski, an art instructor at the high school, explained that, as of the current school year, $90,000 of art scholarships have been given to Delton Kellogg students, with more than $250,000 of art scholarships having been awarded to students over the past 11 years. “It’s about getting kids into college,” said Makowski, describing the importance of the success demonstrated by artists at Delton Kellogg. As part of his presentation, Makowski showed artwork by Delton Kellogg students Jessica Cooper, Randi Pash, Cara Phelps and Kenzi Rombaugh, all of whom were recipients of a West Michigan Regional 2010 Scholastic Art Award. Louise Angelo, principal of Delton Kellogg’s alternative high school, explained that students of the alternative high school recently had the opportunity to participate in numerous art projects that were taught by substitute instructor Marty Roach. “Most of the time we are about earning credits and retrieving credits, and that’s what we do,” she said. “... They really got very enthusiastic about [the art projects]. It was really neat, having somebody bring some other kind of instruction to the classroom, Free radon test kits available from health department Radon cannot be seen, smelled or tasted, but elevated levels of the gas can still be in the home. Prolonged exposure to radon can increase the risk of lung cancer. The good news: testing is easy, and elevated radon levels can be reduced. Residents of Barry or Eaton counties may stop by the health department office in Hastings or Charlotte to pick up a free inhome test kit during January. Test kits are limited to one kit per address. Radon is a known human carcinogen, and exposure has no warning symptoms. The only symptom of exposure is lung cancer, according to Heather Sanders of the Barry-Eaton District Health Department. Radon is a naturally occurring gas resulting from the radioactive decay of radium, which is found in small amounts in almost every kind of soil and rock. As a gas, radon moves upward through the soil and enters buildings through cracks and openings in the foundation floor or walls. According to a Michigan survey, elevated levels of radon are expected in one out of eight homes. In some counties, up to 45 percent of homes may have radon levels above the EPA recommended limit. The only way to know if a 208 N. Main, Nashville • of their own pockets. They had a cat last year that needed eye surgery. They asked their coworkers if they could help by donating money for the surgery. They raised the money and took him to Linda Robertson, who did the surgery. He can see better and is living a much better life thanks to all the caring people who wanted to make a difference. These poor animals are very lucky to have people like them who want to take the time to make their lives a little better. Carolyn Davis, Windermere, Fla. state noncompliance fines if we had not done this. Nowhere can be found mention of Officer Doster’s termination. The recall PAC has told us that they have done their homework. Yet, sadly for their effort, they have come to erroneous conclusions. If the citizens of Prairieville are as puzzled as I am about the merit of this recall, then do as I’m going to do when and if a recall petition is brought to me. Don’t sign it. This Recall should have stopped with the county prosecutor’s investigation and opinion, or so it would seem to me. But perhaps I am just one of those people that Ford refers to in her letter who, if told "tomorrow the sky was going to have purple polka dots, we would believe it." I wouldn’t believe that … well, maybe red polka dots. I thank Ford for her interesting letter and her concern for our Township. We both want what’s best for Prairieville Township. We simply have different views as to how best to achieve it. Ken Eddy Chairperson, Citizens for Common Sense in Prairieville Township Thursday, Jan. 21 — Winter reading club continues; Teens Pizza and Pages (Collins: “The Hunger Games”) 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; Movie Memories, Shirley Temple “Since You Went Away,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 22 — pre-school story time “Goldilocks and the Three Bears,” 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.; Project No Homework, 4 to 6 p.m. in the community room. Saturday, Jan. 23 — Teen Creative Writing Workshop, Part 2, 10 a.m. to noon; teen video game tournament, round 1, 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26 — toddler story time about cats, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; Genealogy Club meets 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27 — ’Tween Boys COOL Computer Class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information about any of the above programs. 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Now, one might assume that Recall Committee members might change their minds about the wisdom of a recall after learning of the prosecutor’s decision. Then we could have moved on with the people’s business. But here we are – pride and arrogance have gotten in the way of common sense. The Recall Committee is still stumping for a recall in defiance of the prosecutor’s decision. Ford now wants us all to believe "that this whole recall started over the firing of Officer Doster." Yet two months ago, an advertisement in the Reminder, paid for by the recall PAC, stated the reasons for recall were such things as: The million dollars the township board was deviously planning to spend for a new township building. Not true. This plan all depended upon receiving tax free stimulus money which we have not received. Accusations that Prairieville wasted $100,000 purchasing land to place this building. Not true. This property was purchased by another township board in 2005. This board bought a new computer system. True. It replaced an old DOS system that would have cost us huge — NASHVILLE — Segment 1 Feb. 2-25 March 22-Apr. 8 Over 50 Years of Accounting, Tax and Management Experience Working For You. Mon.-Fri. — 9:00-5:30 Sat. — 9:00-3:00 517-852-0000 — HASTINGS — 77542341 LETTER, continued from page 4 Professional, Personal & Economical Business Accounting, Planning and Consulting Services. 77542424 To the editor: I would like to share with all the good people there in Hastings a heart-warming story that was told to me by one of my friends in Hastings. It seems that there are two amazing ladies who work at the Viking Corporation who have been feeding the cats in their parking lot for more than three years. These ladies have been feeding and capturing the cats and having them neutered and spayed. When possible, they find them loving homes. This they do on their own and pay for out home has elevated radon levels is to test it. To find out more about radon, call or visit the environmental health division of the Barry-Eaton District Health Department in Hastings at 330 W. Woodlawn Ave. (269-9459516, ext. 5) or in Charlotte at 1033 Health Care Drive (517-541-2615) between 8 a.m. and noon or 1 to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; or call the MDEQ Indoor Radon Program at 800-RADON GAS (800-7236642). GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL LLC K.A. Mueller Accounting Employees take care of stray cats because we don’t often have that.” A May 21 trip to Chicago for members of the high school’s band also was approved by the board. The trip is to include attendance at a performance of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. The board also voted to hire several people for various positions with Delton Kellogg, including Vickie Healy and Robert Frost, who were hired as a nurse and a bus driver, respectively. For the winter athletics season, John “Justin” Holtman was hired as the head wrestling coach for the middle school, Rollie Ferris, middle school assistant wrestling coach, and Chris Gillfillan and Mark Nebozny were hired as coaches for the seventh grade girls basketball teams. For Delton Kellogg’s late winter athletics season, Sara Mast will be the games manager for the middle school. Christine Kiel also was hired as Delton Kellogg’s Middle Eastern dance coach for the current school year. During the meeting, exceptional contributions to the school system were recognized with the reading of “Nice Job Notes” dedicated to the following people: Janis Dinda, Mikki Esman, Sue Haffenden, Robert Lands, Rick Meester, Gene Moore, Andra Newington, Tracey Thompson, Brandy Todd, Shirley Williams and Tom Wilson. Recognition also was given to Grand Rapids Building Services, the provider of custodial services to Delton Kellogg. 77528605 IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV just over $643,000. Originally, the budget for the general fund had a deficit of just under $12,900 and a projected fund balance for July 1 of just over $387,000. The amended budget for the athletic fund includes a deficit of just under $6,900 and an expected fund balance for July 1 of slightly more than $17,000, while the amended budget for the lunch fund shows a deficit of just over $6,100 and an expected fund balance for July 1 of nearly $90,200. Another resolution adopted by the board set the election date for two seats on the board for Tuesday, May 4. Both Vice President Elizabeth Matteson and Trustee Paul Hughes’ terms expire this year. In an effort to reward those students at the school who take Advanced Placement courses, the board also voted to expand the grading scale by which Advanced Placement students will be judged by institutions such as colleges and universities. For the 2009-10 school year, a student who earns 92 percent and above in an Advanced Placement course now will earn a grade point of 4.5 to showcase to places of higher learning. A score of 92 percent in an Advanced Placement course previously would have earned a student a grade point of 4.0 in the eyes of most colleges and universities. “This puts us a little more in line with neighboring districts,” said Stewart Schofield, principal of Delton Kellogg High School. “I think it allows students a little more recognition, which is positive for the “Your repair dollars go further at” THISS AUTO Hastings • Mechanical Repairs & Service Best Value! up to 5 qts oil 1888 $ • Lube, Oil & Filter from • Front End Alignment $ most cars 3495 Thornapple Manor, The Barry County Medical Care Facility in Hastings, is seeking a Buildings and Grounds Director. 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EOE �Page 6 — Thursday, January 21, 2010 — The Hastings Banner COMMUNICATIONS, continued from page 1 can safely admit that there is a need for greater, higher level of communications; and, I think for the most part, the board is willing to attempt to do a better job on that.” Trustee Kevin Beck echoed Haas’ comments. “I think both the comments today were about communication, or lack of,” said Beck. “I think it is something we need to look back at, ourselves, and see what better job we can do.” “If you have a suggestion of another way of reaching the public, that we’re not using, please give it to us,” said Endsley. “I think we’re trying; we’re not succeeding, but we are trying. We just need to know where else we can go where people can see it.” In other business, the board: • Heard a report from Satterlee on the district’s Areas of Emphasis for the 2009-10 school year which include using data and research to improve teacher and student performance; updating district curriculum and educating the public about content and expectations; implementing an alternative education program to decrease drop-out rates while increasing graduation rates; increasing awareness of and promoting opportunities for higher level learning; increasing opportunities for connections to career awareness with an emphasis on internships and job shadowing; utilizing school and community resources and data to promote student and family education and market schools; showcasing student undergraduate and post-graduate achievement; promoting district involvement in legislative matters, initiatives and activities. • Heard an oral presentation entitled, “Methane Powering the Future” from FFA member Ethan Haywood. The eighth grade Worship Together… 77542280 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. Hastings Middle School student is preparing to take part in the FFA regional and district public speaking competitions in February. Haywood took second place in the state public speaking competition last year. • Gave its final approval for a travel study trip for the Hastings High School Science Olympiad students to the Clio Invitational in Clio Friday, Jan. 22, and Saturday, Jan. 23. • Approved, in principle, a travel study trip by the Hastings High School Youth in Government students to the Michigan Youth in Government Spring Conference in Lansing, Wednesday, March 24, through Sunday, March 28; and a proposed travel study trip by the Hastings Ski Club to Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville, Saturday, Feb. 17. • Accepted the personnel report which included the retirement notice of middle school in-school suspension paraprofessional Sandra Dilno; the return of high school special education teacher Rori Hornacek from a leave of absence, and the transfer/reassignment of middle school in-school suspension paraprofessional Shelley Winegar due to Dilno’s retirement. • Accepted the following donations $400 from a group of middle school parents to purchase cheer mats for the middle school cheer team; $14,000 from the Central Elementary School PTO to purchase seven Smart Boards for classrooms; $1,000 from Hastings City Bank to purchase materials for students; $5,983 from the Hastings Educational Social News QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. Whitakers to celebrate 40 years David and Mary Jo (Dewey) Whitaker of 8872 S. M-43 Hwy., Delton will celebrate their 40th anniversary with family on Jan.17, 2010. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Third Sunday after the Epiphany, January 24 - Worship 8:00 & 10:45. Sunday School 9:30; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. h t t p : / / w w w. d i s c o v e r- g r a c e . org. Rev. Mike Kemper. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Friday 6 p.m. Menders. Saturday - 8:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast series; 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice. Monday - Knit Wits. Tuesday - 7 p.m. Kindergarten Parent’s Meeting Sharpe Hall. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study. Fiberglass Products 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 B OSLEY 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Louis and Beverly Burrows to celebrate 60 years Louis and Beverly Burrows will be celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary on January 28, 2010. Those who wish to send cards may send them to 129 W. Hobbs Road, Delton, Michigan 49046. it’s something — everyone knows the financial position of the schools — that I think we need to look at again, and we have to do it relatively soon.” • Heard Hodges say that when the Michigan Board of Education was voting on whether to approve a memorandum of understanding for the federal Race to the Top program, the president of the board voted ‘no’ because there was no final document for review. “I think this gives a summary of the sad state of affairs of our state in education— how they put people like ourselves, and other school boards, in a position to vote on things that don’t really truly exist, so you can review it and make a wise decision,” he said. • Learned that a special joint meeting of the boards of education of the Hastings, Delton and Barry Intermediate School Districts is scheduled for 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 25, in Delton; and, the next regular Hastings Board of Education meeting is set for 7:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15, in the middle school multipurpose room. Area Obituaries Raymond O. Page Russell Benjamin Glover MIDDLEVILLE - Raymond O. Page, age 78, of Middleville passed away January 14, 2010, at Trillium Woods, with his family at his bedside. Ray was born March 10, 1931 in Reed City, the son of Glen and Ester (Schmidt) Page. Ray was a member of the Middleville Rotary Club and the Parmalee United Methodist Church. He will be remembered by his friends at Thornapple Kellogg Schools, where he was a teacher, coach and athletic director for over 33 years. Ray was also co-owner of Page's Resort at Gun Lake for many years. Members of his family include his loving wife, Marilyn (Tamboer) Page, whom he married on December 24, 1960; children, Deb (Joe) Dinkel, Scott (Jenna Bednar) Page, Brenda (Rick) Becker, and Jeff (Laura) Page; grandchildren: Katie and Joey Dinkel, Orrie and Cooper Page, Maggie, Cole and Brody Becker, Carter, Natalie and Logan Page; a brother Jerry (Lois) Page; brother-in -law and sister-in-law, Jack and Jan Tamboer, and many nieces and nephews. Ray was preceded in death by his parents and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Bertha Tamboer. Funeral services were conducted Monday, January 18, 2010, at Middleville United Methodist Church, with Pastors Lee Zachman, and Dave Smith, officiating. Burial took place in Yankee Springs Township Cemetery. For a more lasting memorial, please consider memorial contributions to Thornapple Enrichment Foundation for Scholarships for Thornapple Kellogg students or the Thornapple Kellogg Athletic Department. MIDDLEVILLE - Russell Benjamin Glover, age 92, of Middleville, went to be with his Lord Thursday, January 14, 2010, at Carveth Village in Middleville. Russell was formerly a lifelong resident of Saginaw and had moved to Middleville in 2005 with his wife Irma, to be closer to his daughters. He was born January 28, 1917 in Saginaw, the son of Raymond L. Glover and Alma A. (Greul) Glover. Russell attended school and graduated from Saginaw High School in 1935. He later attended Arthur Hill Technical School, graduating in 1937. He first worked for Wolverine Pattern and then started his own company with three friends. He was owner and vice president of United Pattern and Manufacturing Company until retiring in 1986. Russell was exempt for military service during World War II, due to his company providing essential service for the war effort, supporting military and aerospace instead of automotive. Russell was married to Irma A. Sonntag on September 19, 1942. He enjoyed Bible study with his wife, sailing and was a member of the Bay City Yacht Club (1960-64). He enjoyed building boats, playing Scrabble, metal working, gardening, inventing, playing the violin and was a member of the Peace Lutheran Church in Saginaw for 68 years. Russell was preceded in death by his wife, Irma (Sonntag) Glover; sister, Margaret Glover; mother, Alma Glover and father, Raymond Glover. He is survived by his two daughters and their spouses, Gloria (Wade) Nitz, Hastings; Sally (Marty) Palmer, Holland; five grandchildren, Melissa (Terry) Schwartz, Belle Plaine, MN, Marc (Lindsay) Nitz, Byron Center, Michael Nitz, Royal Oak, Brian (Randl) Palmer, Canal Winchester, OH, and Stuart (Jody) Palmer, Goldsboro, NC; nine great-grandchildren, Janie and Jack Schwartz; Taylor and Tanner Nitz; Kyleigh, Joshua and Bryce Palmer; Ashley and Brandon Palmer. Memorial contributions may be made to: Carveth Village, 690 W. Main St. Middleville, MI, 49333, Presbyterian Church, Hastings, Pennock Hospice, Hastings, or the Peace Lutheran Church, Saginaw. Funeral services took place on Monday, January 18, 2010 at Peace Lutheran Church, 3427 Adams Ave., Saginaw. Reverend Paul Hinz officiated the service. Burial took place at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are by Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net) Waymon J.R. Klutts This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Lauer Family Funeral Homes Enrichment Foundation to help defray the cost of activities, trips and materials for students. • Received certificates of appreciation from the schools in the district in recognition of their service during January which is Board of Education Appreciation Month. • Heard Satterlee report that the administration, bus drivers and central office staff changed their health care insurance carrier from SetSeg to Priority Health, effective Jan. 1. He said the move to the carrier, which requires an in-network primary care physician and generics first for prescription drugs, would save the district $40,000 a semester or approximately $80,000 per year. • Heard Beck ask for input from the community regarding the possibility of asking voters to approve a sinking fund millage that would be earmarked for improvements and repairs to buildings throughout the district. “I want people’s opinions, positive or negative,” said Beck. “I don’t want us to put it out there if it’s going to get shot down again. But, TROY, MI - Waymon J.R. Klutts, age 50, of Troy, formerly of Kalamazoo, passed away suddenly January 18, 2010. J.R. was born October 3, 1959, in Kalamazoo, the son of Waymon L. and Sylvia M. (Hughes) Klutts. He was a 1977 graduate of Parchment High School. J.R. was an employee of Proto Plastics in Troy, where he was a die setter, and was a former employee of Graphic Packaging in Kalamazoo, with over 25 years of service. J.R. enjoyed camping, golfing, and watching sports. He will be remembered as a dedicated worker and for his love of his family. On March 8, 1986, he married Lori Louden, who survives. Other members of his family include, a daughter and son-in-law, Holly and Mark Morris of Kalamazoo; a brother and sister-inlaw, Frank and Linda Bianco of Rochester Hills; a sister, Josephine Bianco of Paw Paw; and several nieces and nephews. His family will receive friends Saturday, January 24, 2010, noon to 2 p.m., with a memorial service at 2 p.m., at the WilliamsGores Funeral Home, Delton, Pastor Jeremy Morris, officiating. Burial will take place in East Hickory Corners Cemetery. Memorial contributions in J.R.'s name to the American Red Cross, Haiti Relief Fund will be appreciated. Please visit www.williams-goresfuneral.com to view and sign J.R.'s online guest book. Ronald Doll HASTINGS, MI - Ronald Doll, age 60, of Hastings, died at his home on Jan. 16, 2010. Plans for a service are pending. Mr. Doll and his family are being cared for by Beeler Funeral Home in Middleville. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 21, 2010 — Page 7 Shared memories from Mrs. Aben Johnson Part II The following reminiscence of the First Presbyterian Church of Hastings was forwarded to the Banner by a member of the congregation. These are the recollections of Anna May Johnson, a lifelong resident of Hastings and active community leader. Anna was born in Hastings Dec. 22, 1889, the daughter of Robert and Mary Ann (Fraser) Ironside, who were originally from Scotland. In January 1915, she married Aben E. Johnson, who in April of that year became the first president of a new business called Hastings Manufacturing Company. Among Mrs. Johnson’s many interests and recipient Mother Nature clobbers us FUNDING, continued on page 9 The Revue presents... the Cole Porter Muscial January 22-24, 29-31, 2010 Main Street Theatre House 301 N. Main St. Nashville, MI 77542350 Friday at 7 pm Saturday at 3 pm and 7 pm Sunday at 3 pm This musical comedy is packed full o fhigh-energy dances, great songs, and colorful characters!! Adults $10, Seniors/Students $8 Children 12 and under $5 Tickets available at the door or for reserved seating call 517-749-1229 or email therevue!@yahoo.com When it’s time to make tough decisions for your loved ones, choose... River Ridge Assisted Living Family Home 269-948-9842 www.river-ridge.biz 77541572 All the amenities you need with the beauty you’ll love, all overlooking the Thornapple River. Careful Medicine Administration Insulin Shots Home Cooked Meals Assist with Bathing, Dressing, and other Personal Care Needs Laundry Cable Television Lifeline Bracelet and Service Home Nursing Available Private Room with Bath Transportation provided Reasonable rates 2301229-01 Carolyn and Willard and their family have given uplifting support and avid interest in many worthwhile activities in Hastings. The Mary and Harvey Beach family joined our church family the summer of 1970 and Harvey, with particular responsibilities in the area of Christian education became assistant pastor. They have greatly enlivened the interest of our youths and worked with various church programs and given outstanding effort in organizing the Citizens Activities Center and securing and improving a building for the use of that group. To illustrate how hard he works, Harvey gave his all and received recognition and honorable mention at the Citizens Activities Center’s dancing marathon and became a great hit in Hastings, not to mention his impersonation of the character of Harley in a very recent home talent production of this last week. Rev. Leason Sharpe, 1959 organizations were the YMCA Camp at Algonquin Lake, Pennock Hospital, Michigan Hospital Association, the bond movement to erect Central School, Campfire Girls, the local World War II ration board, Hastings Women’s Club and Hastings Country Club. In 1981, Anna Johnson received the Liberty Bell Award. She died Nov. 3, 1986, at age 96. Below are memories she wrote that were shared with the congregation of the Presbyterian church during morning worship July 4, 1976. ***** I remember when another minister was to arrive in June 1917. There were some improvements the trustees wanted to make at the manse, and my husband told them that we were going to be at the lake all summer and the family could live in our house until the work was done. In August and suggested that my husband find out if that manse was ready for the family to move into. Would you believe it? Nothing had been done – just talk among the trustees – no one had followed through or engaged any workmen. When we came into town in September, the Johnsons moved in with the minister, his wife and little 7- year-old girl. We lived together for a month. I remember, that man had one good sermon. We commented on it. The next spring he gave that same sermon again, word for word. When shaking hands with him as we were leaving the church, he said to me, “How did you like my sermon, today?” I answered, “It was a very good sermon the first time you used it, but I did not care much for it again today.” He really had a good laugh. In recalling this incident, I felt so sure those folks were with us at least three years, but in looking over the roster of ministers this church has had, I found they were only here one year, until June 1918. Some one must have worked very quickly to take care of that situation. There must have been an influx of energetic individuals among the trustee board, for I remember when the men started talking about making a better church building and they really went right at it in 1920. This sanctuary was put upon blocks, had a basement area excavated out for a dining room and kitchen, raised the building up on a good foundation. Maybe some of those dear ladies thought, “if we only had more space, we could serve more people at our church suppers and charge 50 cents.” Emil Tyden and his brother Oscar offered to pay for the elevated entrance, the enlarged narthex with stairs going up to a usable balcony. New golden oak seating was arranged in a semi-circle. The pulpit was placed toward the northeast corner with the choir behind the minister and the piano in the right front, so the pianist could direct the choir. Folding doors were put along the chapel area, so they could be opened to give more space when needed. While all these changes were being made, our church service was held in the court room at the Barry County Courthouse. After that great spurt of activity, we seemed to gradually settle down and underwent a resting period after Leason Sharpe’s first pastorate ended here and he had left to serve a larger parish in the Chicago area. When Rev. Sharpe finally consented to return to Hastings, after 12 years living in the big city, our church and the community again felt his inspiration. There was happiness, enjoyment and wholehearted participation in the various activities. We were really awakened and interested again. Right at this point, it seemed fitting that someone of the next generation should participate in some memories. So I asked my The First Presbyterian Church of Hastings has been a landmark at the corner of Broadway and Center Street for more than 150 years. 77542443 January 21-30 at the Battle Creek & Climax stores HARDWOOD FUEL PELLETS 40# – cash & carry only BIG RED NUGGET 21% PROTEIN DOG FOOD 50 lb. bag $ 3.97 $ 18.49 Our es Favoeroitn ar w! BLACK OIL no SUNFLOWER sale SUET CAKES select varieties 79 ¢ SEEDS 50 lbs. – regular $14.86 each Case of 12 … $8.49 $ 12.99 STOP IN AND CHECK OUT OUR IN-STORE SPECIALS! 2 LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU! 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We are very grateful to Carolyn and Willard Curtis who have been with us these past 16 years. Our membership has again increased to the extent that we now have two services every Sunday to accommodate the congregation. The 9:30 service is broadcast on the radio and can be heard by all of the Barry County area. Kendall Members of the Senate Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs Committee and the House Great Lakes and Environment Committee Friday heard from a key presidential advisor about federal funding available for projects that will help improve the health of the Great Lakes. with Esther Walton 44th St Great Lakes czar discusses federal funding for clean-up projects A look down memory lane... 42nd St by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters Many of us – perhaps most – living in the far Western states know what it is to feel the power of seismic waves passing through the Earth. The sharp jolts are unmistakable, and the sense of chaos is terrifying even to those of us who like a thrill. A minor earthquake I felt in Berkeley, Calif., still stands out in my mind some 30 years later, and not because it’s one of my favorite memories. My thoughts turned to it as soon as I heard the news from the Eureka, Calif., area, which experienced an offshore earthquake of 6.5 on the Richter scale recently. Then again, the memory hit me when I heard about Haiti, slammed by a much more serious quake of about 7.0, with major aftershocks. My heart goes out to the Haitians, both harder hit and more poorly prepared than we are for the misery and devastation that earthquakes unleash. Prior to the modern era, veterans of earthquakes had no way of understanding what caused them, nor even (really) where they were coming from. It didn’t help that Aristotle had launched the West down the wrong road about earthquakes by teaching that they were caused by air rushing out of caves and cavities in the Earth. I’m not mocking the great philosopher — in ancient times, there was no particularly good way to say where quakes came from or what caused them. Aristotle was an authority in a world run by authorities. His writings mattered, both in the ancient world and then again in the Middle Ages when we rediscovered the classics. And by linking earthquakes to the weather in the Western mind, we were set back. For centuries, people looked for patterns of quakes in humid, “earthquake weather,” a project without any productive result because earthquakes and sultry weather are simply not connected. But, even in modern times, we didn’t do so very much better for a while. Twentieth century geologists struggled for generations to really understand the basics of why earthquakes occur where they do and how energy is stored in rocks to power the seismic waves. We knew that the epicenter of a quake was the point on the ground surface above the earthquake focus within the solid Earth. And we developed the Richter scale (and other scales, too) to measure quakes — always a necessary “handle” for physical science. But the answer about what really caused quakes came over many years when a variety of evidence showed us the surface rocks of the Earth are divided into sectors, called “plates,” that they are moving with respect to each other. The movement of these plates has several results. One of them is earthquakes. Many earthquakes are concentrated where plates come together. If one plate is moving under the other (diving down beneath it, you could say), some of the earthquakes may occur deep in the Earth, along the top of the descending plate. That’s good for us people, since we live at the surface of the planet, and the farther we are from the focus of the earthquake, the better. But, there can still be shallow quakes even in this setting, too, from shallow parts of the plates. Western South America has many, many earthquakes, but some of them are so very deep they are hardly a problem because the oceanic plate there is diving under the one on which South America is riding. But in California, the plates are moving past one another, without the “diving down” motion. This means that the focus of an earthquake in California is likely to be shallow – and that’s a major reason the really Big Ones are uniformly terrible. Haiti, too, had the misfortune to experience a shallow quake; that fact helps to explain the devastation seen in the news. As a scientific theory, plate tectonics is still a work in progress (one drawback: we can’t predict when, exactly, the Big Ones will come, in California or Haiti or South America), but progress it is. Aristotle would be proud, I think, of the work we have done. But for humanity’s sake, we need to do better — and soon. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the Web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Sciences at Washington State University. From TIME to TIME 14325 OP Ave. Climax 269-746-4286 295 Hamblin Ave. Battle Creek 269-962-4025 No sales to retailers or wholesalers. Good while supplies last. We reserve the right to limit quantities. �Page 8 — Thursday, January 21, 2010 — The Hastings Banner TK matmen score third Gold win With a win over Wayland last Wednesday night, the Thornapple Kellogg varsity wrestling team improved to 3-0 in the O-K Gold Conference. The TK win set up last night’s dual between undefeated Trojan and Saxon squads in Middleville, as Hastings improved to 4-0 in the league by beating Wayland on Friday. The Trojans showed off some of the depth they bring to the mats on Wednesday against Wayland, with several wrestlers out with injuries TK still managed a 54-17 victory. “It is that time of year where wrestlers are starting to face the little pains and injury that come along with the sport of wrestling,” said TK head coach Tom Fletke. “(We’re) lucky to have enough quality wrestlers to fill the void when one of the starters needs to sit out.” Matches were won by the Trojans’ Ryan Flynn, Nick Flynn, Trevor Dalton, Joey Powloski, Thomas Tabor, Donovan Scott, Nick Tape, Chase Schultz, Peter Westra and Adrian Foster. COMBINED NOTICE Government Receiving CDBG Funds January 21, 2010 COMBINED NOTICE: NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT (FONSI) AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS TO ALL INTERESTED AGENCIES, GROUPS AND PERSONS: Notice of Intent to Request a Release of Funds City of Hastings 201 East State Street Hastings, MI 49058 269/945-2468 On or about February 6, 2010 the above named City will request the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) to release Federal funds under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. Nine (9) New Construction Rental Units for Low-Moderate Income Tenants $ 315,000 MSHDA CDBG Funds Nine loft-apartment rental units are planned for building rehabilitation in the City of Hastings’ target area. All of the units are planned as new construction, since no current apartments exist. Fifty-one percent of these units will be rented to income-qualified tenants (80% of median income for Barry County), and building owners must contribute at least 25% to each rehabilitated unit. These units will make a significant impact on downtown residential living. The loans to building owners will be five-year forgivable loans. Notice of FONSI The City of Hastings also gives notice that it has been determined that the release of funds for the above project will not constitute an action significantly affecting the quality of the human environment and accordingly MSHDA has decided not to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA, 42 USC 4321). The reasons for the decision not to prepare such Statement are as follows: No serious environmental adverse impacts or hazards were identified in the course of the environmental review. An Environmental Review Record respecting the proposed project has been made by the City of Hastings which documents the environmental review of the project and more fully sets forth the reasons why such a Statement is not required. This Environmental Review Record is on file at the City of Hastings, 201 East State Street, Hastings, MI 49058. The records are available for public examination and copying upon request between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Please contact Robert May at (269) 945-2468 for further information. No further environmental review of such project is proposed to be conducted prior to the request for release of Federal funds. Public Comments on Finding All interested agencies, groups, and persons disagreeing with this decision are invited to submit written comments for consideration. Such written comments should be received at the City of Hastings’ address listed above on or before February 5, 2010. All such comments so received will be considered and the City of Hastings will not request the release of Federal funds or take any administrative action on proposed project prior to the date specified in the preceding sentence. Release of Funds The City of Hastings will undertake the project described above with CDBG Program funds allocated to the State of Michigan (MSHDA) under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. The City of Hastings is certifying to MSHDA that the City of Hastings and Robert May, in his official capacity as the City Mayor and Certifying Officer, are consenting to accept the jurisdiction of Federal courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to environmental reviews, decision-making, and action; and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. The legal effect of the certification is that upon its approval, The City of Hastings may use the CDBG funds and MSHDA will have satisfied its responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969. Objections to State and HUD Release of Funds MSHDA will accept an objection to its approval only if it is on one of the following bases: (a) that the certification was not in fact executed by the certifying officer or other officer of applicant approved HUD; or (b) that applicant’s environmental review record for the project indicated omission of a required decision finding or step applicable to the project in the environmental review process; or (c) other specific grounds in HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58.75. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedure (24 CFR Part 58) and may be addressed to: Carolyn Cunningham, MSHDA at 735 E. Michigan Avenue, P.O. Box 30044, Lansing, Michigan 48909 Objections to the release of funds on bases other than those stated above will not be considered by MSHDA. No objections received after February 22, 2010 will be considered by MSHDA. 77542437 Lake Odessa The next event at the Freight House Museum will be the annual quilt and textile show Saturday, Jan. 30 and Sunday, Jan. 31. The building will be open on Friday for entries to be brought in. Textiles include woven, knitted or crocheted items. The Lake Odessa Post Office has had a minor change in Saturday hours. In recent months, it was open only from 9 to 10 a.m. Now, it is open from 10 to 11 a.m. The lobby is open longer for people to access their rental boxes or to deposit mail. The local historical society met last Thursday evening with 20 present. The showand-tell event brought a wide variety of items. There was a mystery lamp whose purpose nobody could figure, a Chinese boat figure brought from Russia, pictures of great grandparents, a 1913 Ionia High School yearbook, and much more. The front lobby was a cozy spot for meeting. Pastor Eric Beck was back in the pulpit Sunday after medical problems that are now under control. In the process, he said he is learning much about the human body and its intricate meshing of systems. David Livingston of Eaton Rapids was a Sunday guest of his sister Marti Lind. He and wife Marcia are close family friends of Eric and Heather Beck. The weekly free movies continue at the Ionia Theater, compliments of the Ionia County Historical Society. This week’s showing is to be “Winter Wonderland.” On Jan. 28, the movie will be “World Wonders.” Of course, the society would be glad if patrons buy a bag of popcorn. Saturday, the West Berlin Wesleyan Church will hold its annual chili dinner and sleigh ride at its location on Portland Road. Cost of the chili meal dinner is $7 and the horsedrawn sleigh ride is an additional amount. Prices are lower for children. This runs from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Music in the barn returns Saturday, Jan. 23, at 1417 Johnson Street. Instrumental music from 2 to 5 p.m., potluck and open mic from 5 to 6 with round, square and clogging from 6 to 9 p.m. The genealogy room will be open Saturday and Sunday at the Freight House, open to the public. Members will be on hand to assist on Jan. 30 and 31. At last week’s library event, Beverly Lindberg showed part of her collection of children’s sewing machines. What an interesting variety. They now sell on eBay and in antique shops for far more than their original cost. Also Terry Cappon and Josie Hicks brought samples of quilting material which they will stock in their quilt store soon to open in the north half of the Scheidt building alongside Barbara Bosworth’s gallery or original artwork. Friends of the Library were present. They presented gift certificates and a membership CITY OF HASTINGS C OUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF Notice is hereby given of the regular meetings scheduled for calendar year 2010 for the City Council and other Boards and Commissions of the City of Hastings. The City of Hastings will provide necessary reasonable aids and services for individuals with disabilities upon five days notice to the City Clerk. Individuals requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the City Clerk of the City of Hastings at (269) 945-2468 or by visiting City Hall at 201 East State Street, Hastings. The HASTINGS CITY COUNCIL will meet on the Second and Fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 PM in the City Council Chambers located on the 2nd Floor of City Hall. When any of these meetings would fall on a recognized holiday, Council will meet on the following Tuesday. Council may also meet in properly called and noticed special sessions. For 2010, the dates of regular Council meetings are: May 10 and 24 June 14 and 28 July 12 and 26 August 9 and 23 retired Odessa farmer, Lake Odessa High School has lost one of its oldest alumni. Older yet is Mrs. Mabel Poff-Burleigh who recently identified all members of an old football team pictured in the November “Bugle.” She was from the class of 1923. She has four daughters living. She has passed the 100-year mark. After sale of the centennial-plus Curtis farm on Musgrove Highway, Wayne moved into town to a large house on Johnson Street with a fenced yard for his favorite dog. In more recent years, he has resided at Carveth Village in Middleville. The Curtis farm had two dwellings to serve multiple generations of the same family. Wayne lived in the front house, and his brother’s widow, Fannie Curtis, lived in the larger house to the rear. The railroad divided the farm with about 15 acres beyond the tracks. The farm was sold to Larry Behrenwald some years ago. LEGAL NOTICE Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Knapper and Lisa Knapper, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 27, 2002, and recorded on January 7, 2003 in instrument 1095057, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-One And 06/100 Dollars ($140,581.06), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, 990 feet South of the Northwest corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence South 330 feet; thence East 1320 feet, more or less, to the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence North 330 feet; thence West 1320 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542014 File #296859F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Knapper and Lisa Knapper, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 27, 2002, and recorded on January 7, 2003 in instrument 1095057, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-One And 06/100 Dollars ($140,581.06), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, 990 feet South of the Northwest corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence South 330 feet; thence East 1320 feet, more or less, to the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence North 330 feet; thence West 1320 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542047 File #296859F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Marianne Krupp, an unmarried woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 31, 2006 and recorded September 14, 2006 in Instrument Number 1169974, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventeen Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Five and 01/100 Dollars ($117,875.01) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, distant East 690 feet from the Southwest corner of said Section 27; thence North 660 feet parallel with the West line of said Southwest 1/4 of Section 27; thence East 330 fete parallel with said South line; thence South 660 feet parallel with said West line; thence West 330 feet along South line to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 7, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541951 File No. 617.2325 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeffrey R. Bauer and Elizabeth A. Bauer, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Mortgagee, dated December 14, 2007, and recorded on January 2, 2008 in instrument 200801020000060, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-Three And 14/100 Dollars ($180,363.14), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 28, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as commencing at the Southwest corner of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 28, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, thence North on the West Section line 250 feet, thence Easterly at right angles to Section line 530 feet, thence Southerly parallel to first mentioned course 250 feet to South Section line, thence Westerly along said Section line 530 feet to the place of beginning, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542235 File #289651F01 MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE January 11 and 25 February 8 and 22 March 8 and 22 April 12 and 26 to Helen Mudry who is soon to leave J-Ad Graphics as their reporter for the Lakewood area. Friends have been supportive of the library ever since its inception providing funds for prizes and refreshments for library events, and in the past a refrigerator, coffee maker, microwave and the custom-made circulation desk in the present library, a $5000 item. The Tri-River Museum group met Tuesday at the Bowne Township historic hall on Alden Nash Avenue. Hosting spots for the year were selected, with Clarksville the host in April and Lake Odessa in May. Later meetings will be at Edmore, Lowell, Belding and Ada. Plans were discussed for the May museum tour, Spring Into the Past. The July luncheon will be at Belding’s Belrockton Museum. People attended this week’s meeting from as far away as Edmore and Mt. Pleasant. With the Sunday death of Wayne Curtis, September 13 and 27 October 11 and 25 November 8 and 22 December 13 and 28 (Tuesday) The PLANNING COMMISSION for the City of Hastings will meet on the First Monday of each month at 7:00 PM in the City Council Chambers on the 2nd Floor of City Hall. Exceptions for 2010 are: July’s meeting will be on Tuesday, July 6, 2010, and September’s meeting will be on Tuesday, September 7, 2010. The ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS for the City of Hastings will meet on the Third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM in the City Council Chambers on the 2nd Floor of City Hall. The DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY for the City of Hastings will meet on the Third Thursday of each month at 8:00 AM in the Conference Room on the 2nd Floor of City Hall. The LOCAL DEVELOPMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY/BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY for the City of Hastings will meet on the Third Wednesday of each month at 8:00 AM in the Conference Room on the 2nd Floor of City Hall. The HASTINGS CITY/BARRY COUNTY AIRPORT COMMISSION will meet on the Fourth Wednesday of each month at 8:30 AM in the County Commission Chambers in the Barry County Courthouse. The HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD will meet on the Third Monday of each month at 4:00 PM at the Library, 227 E. State Street, Hastings. The CABLE ACCESS COMMITTEE for the City of Hastings will meet on the Third Monday of each month at 7:00 PM in the Conference Room on the 2nd Floor of City Hall. The HASTINGS OUTDOOR NATURE AREA BOARD for the City of Hastings will meet quarterly in January, April, July and October on the Second Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM in the Conference Room on the 2nd Floor of City Hall. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk 77542277 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 21, 2010 — Page 9 Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES New year means new opportunities for Roth IRA conversion If you already have a Roth IRA, you’re aware of its biggest benefit: Your earnings grow tax free, provided you meet certain conditions. If you don’t have a Roth IRA, you may want to consider one — and it may be easier for you to do just that in 2010. Before we get to the reasons why 2010 may be your year to open or convert to a Roth IRA, let’s look at some differences between Roth and traditional IRAs. If you own a traditional IRA, your contributions may be taxdeductible, depending on your income level. But whether you can make deductible contributions or not, your earnings grow on a taxdeferred basis, which means your money can grow faster than it would if it were placed in an investment on which you paid taxes every year. On the other hand, Roth IRA contributions are never tax-deductible, but your earnings grow tax free, as long as you’ve held your account at least five years and you don’t start taking withdrawals until you’re at least age 591⁄2. Furthermore, unlike a traditional IRA, a Roth IRA does not require you to start taking distributions when you reach 701⁄2. Consequently, you’ll have more flexibility and freedom when it comes to making withdrawals. If you have a traditional IRA, you might be thinking it’s a good idea to convert to a Roth IRA because tax free sounds better than tax deferred — and, all things being equal, tax free would indeed be better. However, it’s not quite that simple. If you convert your traditional IRA to a Roth IRA, you’ll have to pay taxes on those traditional IRA earnings and contributions that had previously gone untaxed. If you do convert, you’ll be better off if you use money held outside your IRA to pay the taxes. If you simply take money from your IRA, you’ll obviously lower the value of your IRA — and, if you’re under 591⁄2, you may have to pay an additional 10% penalty on the amount you withdraw to pay the taxes. In the past, many investors have been prohibited from converting their IRAs due to either their tax filing status or their income. Under previous rules, you could convert your traditional IRA to a Roth IRA only if you were married and filed a joint return or were a single filer, and your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) was $100,000 or less. But starting in 2010, you can convert funds to a Roth IRA even if your MAGI is over $100,000. You will also be able to convert to a Roth if you are married and file separate tax returns. And that’s not the only piece of good news regarding your conversion ability. As mentioned above, you will have to pay taxes when you convert to a Roth IRA. A conversion is usually reported as income for the tax year the conversion takes place. However, in 2010 only, your conversion amount will be split and reported as income for tax years 2011 and 2012 unless you elect to report the entire conversion amount on your 2010 taxes. You may find that spreading the taxes over two years can make the conversion more affordable. In any case, consult with your tax advisor before converting from a traditional IRA to a Roth. If done correctly, such a conversion can potentially make a big difference in your ultimate retirement lifestyle. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones, its associates and Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 20.38 +.23 AT&T 26.20 -.76 CMS Energy Corp 15.90 +.36 Coca-Cola Co 56.42 +.46 Dow Chemical Co 30.68 -.18 Exxon Mobil 69.27 -.68 Family Dollar Stores 30.82 +.54 First Financial Bancorp 15.20 +.70 Flowserve CP 104.99 -.33 Ford Motor Co 11.75 -.12 Intl Bus Machine 134.14 +3.63 JCPenney Co 26.12 +.75 Johnson & Johnson 65.35 +.79 Kellogg Co 54.50 +1.11 McDonald’s Corp 63.48 +.82 Pfizer Inc 20.00 +1.23 Sears Holding 105.95 +5.52 Spartan Motors 6.85 +.20 TCF Financial 14.68 +.86 Walmart Stores 54.03 -.70 Gold $1140.50 +11.20 Silver $18.80 +.44 Dow Jones Average 10725.43 +98.17 Volume on NYSE 1B -100M • NOTICE • County youth to attend The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Building Authority. Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd Floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings, MI 49058; (269) 945-1284. Applications must be returned no later than 5:00 pm on February 1, 2010. 77542418 FIREFIGHTERS AND MEDICAL FIRST RESPONDERS WANTED The Township of Prairieville is currently accepting applications for those interested in becoming an active member of the Pine Lake Fire Department. Firefighter experience or Medical First Responder experience preferred but is not required. Those interested in either becoming a Firefighter or a Medical First Responder, or both, please inquire at the Prairieville Township Hall, 10115 S. Norris, Delton, MI 49046, (269) 623-2664. 77542299 SEXTON BIDS The Township of Prairieville is currently accepting bids for Prairieville and Cressey Cemeteries. Those interested, please inquire at the Prairieville Township Hall, 10115 S. Norris Rd., Delton MI 49046. Contact Jill Owens, Township Clerk, (269) 623-2664. Deadline 2/1/2010. 77542293 GROUNDS MAINTENANCE The Township of Prairieville is currently accepting bids for Prairieville and Cressey Cemeteries and the Township Hall. Those interested, please inquire at the Prairieville Township Hall, 10115 S. Norris Rd., Delton MI 49046. Contact Jill Owens, Township Clerk, (269) 623-2664. Deadline 2/1/2010. 77542296 CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS The City of Hastings is soliciting bids for cabinets and countertops for the lab at the Waste Water Treatment Plan. Complete specifications are available from the Office of the City Clerk. The City of Hastings Reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. Bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 9:00 AM, on Friday, February 19, 2010 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Bids shall be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package - “WWTP Lab Cabinets and Countertop Bid”. 77542407 Thomas Emery City Clerk leadership summit Friday The Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force (SATF) and its Youth Workgroup will host a day-long Youth Leadership Summit Friday at Kellogg Community College’s Hastings campus. The event will involve more than 100 students from five Barry County high schools. During the summit, participants will network with other county youth and attend workshops and sessions focusing on youth-led positive action to prevent underage drinking. Team building, leadership activities, educational sessions, and brainstorming and planning ideas will also be part of the summit. Goals of the Youth Leadership Summit include decreasing ‘minor in possession of alcohol’ offenses countywide; promoting safety and the non-use of alcohol by teens/minors; changing how teens and communities think about alcohol; increasing youth knowledge about the risks of underage drinking and increasing perception of risk associated with underage drinking. “Local and state data tells us that many teens in Barry County don’t drink alcohol. This event has been purposefully planned by our own Barry County youth and will help encourage students to stand up and let their voices be heard,” said Liz Lenz, SATF coordinator. The county SATF works in the community to implement evidence-based substance abuse prevention techniques which are proven to help adjust social norms. Working in conjunction with local law enforcement agencies, compliance checks are conducted and ‘minor in possession’ statistics are monitored. Another strategy encourages parents to communicate with their children regarding the prevention of underage drink- ing. Following the Youth Leadership Summit, student “teams” will return to their school and be responsible for planning and implementing at least one activity or event which promotes the positive decision of not drinking and the prevention of underage drinking. Participants will take what they have learned and use it to inspire other youth in their communities to make positive, safe decisions in support of preventing underage drinking, with emphasis on safety during prom, graduation, and summertime. Each will present a plan for their event and, after approval by school administration and SATF members, will receive “starter funds” to be used to carry out their plan. “This event is unique to our region, in that it will give students the tools and ideas they need to help spread the message that most of our teens choose not to drink,” said Marc Zimmerman, school-based preventionist with Barry County Substance Abuse Prevention Services. “We hope to raise community awareness of the need for change while focusing on the positive.” Stacey Graham, project coordinator, expressed appreciation for the support of community partners, including the Youth Advisory Council of the Barry Community Foundation, the Pennock Foundation, and Prevention Network of Michigan. “These agencies supplied us with the grant funding necessary to help this event become a reality,” Graham said. For more information, please call 269-948-4200 or e-mail stgraham@bccmha.org. Delton Kellogg Schools Position Available Math Teacher – Alternative Education & Middle School: School-year position/3 Hours Per day. Bachelor of Arts, Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate, and must meet all State and Federal Highly Qualified Requirements for teaching secondary math. Letter of interest/resume must be received by 3:00 p.m. Monday, January 25, 2010. Send to Cynthia Vujea, Superintendent, Delton Kellogg Schools, 327 N. Grove St., Delton, Michigan 49046. For complete job description, call 269-623-9225 or email sjones@dkschools.org 77542403 FUNDING, continued from page 7 According to Sen. Patty Birkholz, chair of the Senate committee, the health of the Great Lakes is critical to Michigan’s future. “The Great Lakes contribute significantly to our state, whether it’s through the dollars that go into our economy from industries that use the valuable resource or the enjoyment that residents and visitors receive from recreational usage,” said Birkholz, R-Saugatuck Township. “I am pleased that the Obama administration recognizes the importance of the Great Lakes and has set aside funds for clean-up projects.” The federal government will provide $475 million through the initiative, which focuses on restoring habitat, reducing pollution, preventing the introduction of invasive species, reducing run-off and enhancing coastal health for people, fish and wildlife. Approximately $250 million will be awarded in grants to support proposed projects. The remaining funds will go to other federal organizations that are already working on projects related to the Great Lakes. RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ORDINANCE SUBMITTAL TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF RUTLAND, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that proposed Ordinance #2010-137 was introduced for first reading by the Rutland Charter Township Board at its January 13, 2010 meeting. This proposed ordinance, entitled the Ordinance Code Adoption Ordinance, provides for the adoption of a codification and revision of the ordinances of the Township, with certain changes in previously adopted ordinances, and further provides for certain administrative aspects of the resulting Ordinance Code. This proposed ordinance in its entirety has been posted in the office of the Township Clerk and on the Township website (www.rutlandtownship.org). This proposed ordinance will be considered for adoption by the Township Board at a regular meeting on February 10, 2010 commencing at 7:30 p.m. at the Charter Township Hall. Rutland Charter Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon seven (7) days’ notice to Rutland Charter Township. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Township. RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP BOARD Rutland Charter Township Hall 2461 Heath Road Hastings, Michigan 49058 Telephone: (269) 948-2194 Robin J. Hawthorne, Clerk Charter Township of Rutland 77542426 RUTLANDBARRY CHARTER TOWNSHIP COUNTY, MICHIGAN PODUNK LAKE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (AQUATIC VEGETATION CONTROL) NOTICE OF FEBRUARY 10, 2010 TOWNSHIP BOARD PUBLIC HEARING ON CREATING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND OTHER ASPECTS OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; OWNERS OF PROPERTY ABUTTING OR HAVING DEEDED ACCESS TO PODUNK LAKE IN LAND SECTIONS 26, 27 AND 34 OF RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP; AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that upon the determination of the Rutland Charter Township Board and/or as a result of petitions of property owners within the township signed by the record owners of land within the hereinafter described 2010 Podunk Lake Improvement Project Special Assessment District for aquatic vegetation control (as tentatively established by Resolution of the Rutland Charter Township Board adopted January 13, 2010) the Township Board proposes to undertake a five-year program for the eradication and/or control of aquatic weeds and plants in Podunk Lake, and finance such improvements by special assessments on the properties within the special assessment district beginning in 2010. Note: legally, the Township must administer this undertaking as a new project; but, as a practical matter, it is a continuation of the aquatic vegetation control program initially established for a five-year period in 20042008. The Special Assessment District within which the foregoing improvements are proposed to be undertaken and within which the cost thereof is proposed to be assessed is described as follows: All lands abutting Podunk Lake (including the channel) or having deeded access to Podunk Lake in land sections 26, 27 and 34 of Rutland Charter Township, Barry County, State of Michigan. The Township Board has plans for the anticipated aquatic vegetation control program together with an estimate of the costs of the program in the amount of $49,900 for 2010-2014 and has placed the same on file with the Township Clerk; and the Township has further estimated the legal and administrative expenses of creating and administering the Special Assessment District to be approximately $5,000. The total estimated project cost is therefore $54,900. The Township Board has passed a Resolution tentatively declaring its intention to proceed with the project and to create the aforementioned Special Assessment District, and has found the petitions for the improvement to be in compliance with statutory requirements. A public hearing on the improvement project, the estimate of costs, the special assessment district proposed to be established for the assessment of the costs of such improvement, and any objections to the petitions, will be held at the Rutland Charter Township Hall at 2461 Heath Road, Hastings, Michigan on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in conjunction with a regular meeting of the Township Board. At this hearing/meeting the Board will also consider any written objections to any of the foregoing matters which are filed with the Board at or prior to the time of the hearing, as well as any corrections or changes to the plans, estimate of costs, or to the proposed special assessment district. The project plans, estimate of costs, the boundaries of the proposed special assessment district, and the petitions, may be examined at the office of the Township Clerk and may further be examined at the public hearing. If the Township Board determines to create a special assessment district with respect to the proposed project a second public hearing will be held at a later date to be set by the Township Board (tentatively scheduled for March 10, 2010) for the purpose of reviewing and hearing objections to the proposed allocation of the costs of the project among the various properties included in the special assessment district. Appearance and protest at such a second public hearing or as otherwise allowed by 1962 PA 162, as amended, is required in order to preserve a right to appeal the amount of any such special assessment to the Michigan Tax Tribunal after the confirmation of a special assessment roll. Formal notice of any such second public hearing will be published in a newspaper and mailed to affected property owners as required by law. The foregoing hearings and all proceedings associated with these special assessment matters will be conducted in accordance with and pursuant to 1954 PA 188, as amended, the Michigan Open Meetings Act, and any other applicable law. Rutland Charter Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services at the meeting/hearing to individuals with disabilities, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered, upon reasonable notice to the Township. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Township Clerk as designated below. Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Rutland Charter Township 2461 Heath Road Hastings, MI 49058-9725 (269) 948-2194 77542376 �Page 10 — Thursday, January 21, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN 56B JUDICIAL DISTRICT FORFEITURE NOTICE LAND CONTRACT Court Address 206 WEST COURT STREET, SUITE 202, HASTINGS, MI 49058 Court Telephone No.: (269) 945-1404 LEONARD GRAFF 8249 Guernsey Lake Rd. Delton, MI 49046 1. You are notified that a certain land contract, dated 04/05/2007 between RAY VILLAIRE as seller(s) (party[ies] of the first part), and LEONARD GRAFF as purchaser(s) (party[ies]) of the second part), concerning the property at 8249 GUERNSEY LAKE RD., DELTON, MI 49046 is in default because of nonpayment of installments of principal and/or interest. 2. You have forfeited your rights under the land contract, and payment is demanded by MICHAEL VILLAIRE, who holds the land contract as Trustee of The Raymond F. Villaire Trust. 3. The sum of $48,000.00 is now past due in principal and interest under the land contract. The dates upon which payments were due are June 1, 2009. 4. The total amount due, or the material breach(es) of contract, must be cured or paid within 15 days* from the of the service of notice upon you. (*15 days, unless the parties have by contract agreed to a longer time.) 5. If the total amount due is not paid in full within the time states, or if the material breach(es) is/are not cured within the time stated, the land contract will be forfeited, as provided in the contract, and you will be required to move out and give up the described property without/further notice to you. IF YOU DO NOT MOVE OR PAY VOLUNTARILY, THE CONTRACT HOLDER MAY TAKE YOU TO COURT TO EVICT YOU. 6. The property is described as (give legal description): HOPE TWPSEC 20 T2N R9W, LOTS 48, 49 & 50 IGOWILD HEIGHTS ALSO A STRIP OF LAND 16 FT WIDE ON E SIDE LOT 50, 75 FT IN LENGTH ALSO COM E 1/4 POST SEC 20 T2N R9W TH S ON E LN SD SEC 509.62 FT TO C/L M43 HWY TH S77º31’25” W 1373.81FT, TH S08º30’ W 29.47FT TO C/L GUERNSEY LAKE RD TH S 77º31’25” W7.38 FT, TH S59º41’25” W 50.11 FT, TH W32º22’35”W 99.95 FT, TH N88º55’28” N 232.41FT, TH N75º49’36” W 194.8FT, TH S27º16’15”W TO LAKE AND POB TH N 27º16’15” E TO C/L GUERNSEY LAKE RD. TH E’LY ON C/L ARC LEFT CURVE 47.95 FT RADIUS 429.80FT CHORD S65º55’28” E 47.92FT TH S27º16’15” N TO TRAVESR LINE ON LAKE, THE NW’LY ON SHORE TO POB ALSO COM. ON THE E LINE OF LOT 49 IGOWILD HEIGHTS AT THE PT WHERE SAID LINE INTERSECTS THE S MOST POINT OF TH EXISTED HOUSE ON THAT LINE FOR POB; TH SW’LY ON THAT LINE 20 FT, THE SE’LY PARRELLEL WITH EXTENSION OF N ROW LINE HIGHLAND DR. 25 FT, TH NE’LY PARRELLEL WITH E LINE LOT 49 IGOWILD HEIGHTS 70 FT, TH NW’LY PARRELLEL WITH HIGHLAND DR 25 FT, THE SW’LY ON LOT LINE 50 FT TO POB. Date: January 4, 2010 Neal Barnett (P42777) Attorney for Seller 77542221 NOTICE TO RIGHT TO NEGOTIATE MORTGAGE LOAN MODIFICATION This Notice is given to SUNSHINE COOK (“Borrower(s)”), whose address is 603 Gaskill Street, Michigan, and concerns real estate mortgages (“Mortgage”) granted by the Borrower to Firstbank-West Michigan (formerly Ionia County National Bank/ICNB Mortgage Company, L.L.C.), a Michigan banking corporation (“Mortgage Holder”) whose address is 302 W. Main Street, Ionia, Michigan 48846. The Mortgage covers property commonly known as 603 Gaskill Street, LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, COUNTY OF BARRY AND STATE OF MICHIGAN DESCRIBED AS: LOTS 11 AND 12, BALM-MEER PLAT, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT IN LIBER 5 OF PLATS, PAGE 30, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS. PP: 08-04-040-000-011-00. THE PROPERTY IS COMMONLY KNOWN AS 603 GASKILL ROAD, HASTINGS, MICHIGAN. Certain defaults have occurred under the Mortgages and the Mortgage Holder has or concurrently is mailing a Notice to Borrower (the “Notice by Mail”) pursuant to MCL 600.325a(3) notifying Borrower of rights Borrower may have to request a meeting with the Mortgage Holder to negotiate certain types of modifications to the mortgage loan documents. Mortgage Holder gives further notice hereby in accordance with MCL 600.3205a(4). THE BORROWER IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT: (a) Borrower has the right to request a meeting with Mortgage Holder. (b) Mortgage Holder has designated JULIE ACKERSON as the person (“Contact Person”) that the Borrower may contact about the Mortgage and the matters that are described in this Notice. The Contact Person has authority to make the agreements described in this Notice on Behalf of the Mortgage Holder. The Contact Person’s contact information is as follows: EMAIL: jackerson@firstbankmi.com TELEPHONE: 616-527-8730 (c) Borrower may contact a housing counselor (“Housing Counselor”) by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. The website address and telephone number of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority are: WEBSITE: michigan.gov/MSHDA TELEPHONE: 517-373-8370 (TTY#: 1-800-382-4568) (d) If the Borrower wishes to participate in an attempt to work out a modification of the mortgage loan, the Borrower must contact a Housing Counselor within 14 days. (e) If the Borrower requests a meeting (using Housing Counselor) with the Contact Person within the time period provided in the Notice by Mail, Mortgage Holder will not start foreclosure proceedings until 90 days after the date of the Notice by Mail was sent to the Borrower. (f) If the Borrower and the Contact Person reach a written agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed so long as the Borrower abides by the terms of the modification agreement. (g) The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is: 1-800-968-7038. Dated: January 15, 2010 Firstbank-West Michigan (formerly Ionia County National Bank/ICNB Mortgage Company, L.L.C.) By: Daniel K. Templin Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bernard Hause and Katherine Paulsen, Joint Tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated April 8, 2005, and recorded on April 20, 2005 in instrument 1145154, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., As Trustee For The Benefit of the Certificate Holders, Park Place Securities, Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates Series 2005-WCW2 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Six And 79/100 Dollars ($95,766.79), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing 209 feet North of the Southwest corner of said Southwest 1/4 for the place of beginning; thence North 218 feet; thence East 313.5 feet; thence South 218 feet; thence West 313.5 feet to the place of beginning. EXCEPT the North 33 feet of the South 242 feet of the West 313.5 feet of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Castleton Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542131 File #174291F02 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest MORTGAGE SALE - Default has occurred in a Mortgage made by Tracy C. Rine and Paul I. Rine to Omni Family Credit Union Union, n/k/a Omni Community Credit Union dated December 9, 2003, and recorded on December 15, 2003 at Document No. 1119221 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $108,033.42. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on February 18, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East entrance, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 5% per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan law. The property is located in the County of Barry, State of Michigan and is described as: THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST EXCEPT ALL THAT CERTAIN PIECE OF PARCEL OF LAND COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 18, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST; THENCE NORTH 220.83 FEET; THENCE EAST 579.50 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 224.17 FEET; THENCE WEST 578.50 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. ALSO THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL › OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWN 1 NORTH, `RANGE 7 WEST. Which has the address of: 12801 Holden Rd., Bellevue, MI 49021-9219 During the one year immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241 (a), in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Omni Community Credit Union Dated: January 14, 2010 By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) BUSINESS ADDRESS: Stephen L. Langeland, P.C. Attorney at Law 6146 W. Main St., Ste. C Kalamazoo, MI 49009 77542320 269/382-3703 NOTICE OF RIGHT TO NEGOTIATE MORTGAGE LOAN MODIFICATION This Notice is given to Valerie Nielsen, (“Borrower”), whose mailing address is 12719 Valley Drive in Wayland, Michigan 49348-9075, and concerns a real estate mortgage (“Mortgage”) granted by the Borrower to United Bank Mortgage Corporation, a Michigan banking corporation (“Mortgage Holder”), whose address is 900 East Paris Avenue SE in Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546. The Mortgage covers property commonly known as 12719 Valley Drive in Wayland, Michigan 493489075. Certain defaults have occurred under the Mortgage and the Mortgage Holder has or concurrently is mailing a Notice to Borrower (the “Notice by Mail”) pursuant to MCL 600.3205a(3) notifying Borrower of rights Borrower may have to request a meeting with the Mortgage Holder to negotiate certain types of modifications to the mortgage loan documents. Mortgage Holder gives further notice hereby in accordance with MCL 600.3205a(4). THE BORROWER IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT: (a) Borrower has the right to request a meeting with Mortgage Holder. (b) Mortgage Holder has designated Cynthia Lowman as the person (“Contact Person”) that the Borrower may contact about the Mortgage and the matters that are described in this Notice. The Contact Person has authority to make the agreements described in this Notice on behalf of Mortgage Holder. The Contact Person’s contact information is as follows: Website: www.unitedbankofmichigan.com Telephone: (616) 559-4509 (c) Borrower may contact a housing counselor (“Housing Counselor”) by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. The website address and telephone number of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority is: Website: www.michigan.gov/mshda Telephone: (517) 373-8370 (d) If the Borrower wishes to participate in an attempt to work out a modification of the mortgage loan, the Borrower must contact a Housing Counselor within 14 days. (e) If the Borrower requests a meeting (using a Housing Counselor) with the Contact Person within the time period provided in the Notice by Mail, Mortgage Holder will not start foreclosure proceedings until 90 days after the date the Notice by Mail was sent to the Borrower. (f) If the Borrower and the Contact Person reach a written agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed so long as the Borrower abides by the terms of the modification agreement. (g) The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan's Lawyer Referral Service is: 1-800-968-0738 and Local Legal Aid is: (800) 968-0044. Dated: January 19, 2010 UNITED BANK MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Mortgagee PLUNKETT COONEY Kelli L. Baker (P49960) Attorney for Mortgagee 333 Bridge Street NW, Suite 530 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 (616) 752-4624 77542439 --Branches.15491.93213.1895779-1 NOTICE OF RIGHT TO NEGOTIATE MORTGAGE LOAN MODIFICATION This Notice is given to Jean M. Hadder and Wayne C. Hadder (“Borrowers”) whose mailing address is 161 Irving Road in Middleville, Michigan 49333, and concerns a real estate mortgage (“Mortgage”) granted by the Borrowers to United Bank Mortgage Corporation, a Michigan banking corporation (“Mortgage Holder”), whose address is 900 East Paris Avenue SE in Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546. The Mortgage covers property commonly known as 161 Irving Road in Middleville, Michigan 49333. Certain defaults have occurred under the Mortgage and the Mortgage Holder has or concurrently is mailing a Notice to Borrowers (the “Notice by Mail”) pursuant to MCL 600.3205a(3) notifying Borrowers of rights Borrowers may have to request a meeting with the Mortgage Holder to negotiate certain types of modifications to the mortgage loan documents. Mortgage Holder gives further notice hereby in accordance with MCL 600.3205a(4). THE BORROWER IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT: (a) Borrowers have the right to request a meeting with Mortgage Holder. (b) Mortgage Holder has designated Cynthia Lowman as the person (“Contact Person”) that the Borrowers may contact about the Mortgage and the matters that are described in this Notice. The Contact Person has authority to make the agreements described in this Notice on behalf of Mortgage Holder. The Contact Person’s contact information is as follows: Website: www.unitedbankofmichigan.com Telephone: (616) 559-4509 (c) Borrowers may contact a housing counselor (“Housing Counselor”) by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. The website address and telephone number of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority is: Website: www.michigan.gov/mshda Telephone: (517) 373-8370 (d) If the Borrowers wish to participate in an attempt to work out a modification of the mortgage loan, the Borrowers must contact a Housing Counselor within 14 days. (e) If the Borrowers request a meeting (using a Housing Counselor) with the Contact Person within the time period provided in the Notice by Mail, Mortgage Holder will not start foreclosure proceedings until 90 days after the date the Notice by Mail was sent to the Borrowers. (f) If the Borrowers and the Contact Person reach a written agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed so long as the Borrowers abide by the terms of the modification agreement. (g) The Borrowers have the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan's Lawyer Referral Service is: 1-800-968-0738 and Local Legal Aid is: (800) 968-0044. Dated: January 19, 2010 UNITED BANK MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Mortgagee PLUNKETT COONEY Kelli L. Baker (P49960) Attorney for Mortgagee 333 Bridge Street NW, Suite 530 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 (616) 752-4624 77542441 --Branches.15491.81779.1896048-1 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kay Kremsreiter and Carol Ginder, joint Tenants in common, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 20, 2006, and recorded on October 31, 2006 in instrument 1172126, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EverBank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Fifty-Five And 44/100 Dollars ($126,355.44), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West; beginning at a point found by commencing at the West 1/4 post of said section; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East on the West 1/4 line of said section 676.31 feet to the point of beginning of this description; thence continuing North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East on said 1/4 line 220.13 feet to the West line of the East 421, feet of the West 1/2 of said Southwest 1/4; thence South 01 degrees 58 minutes 44 seconds East on said West line which is parallel with the East line of the West 1/2 of said Southwest 1/4 corner 427.85 feet to an intermediate traverse line along the creek; thence North 51 degrees 11 minutes 36 seconds West on said traverse line 290.56 feet; thence North 01 degrees 58 minutes 41 seconds West parallel to said East line 245.65 feet to the place of beginning. together with all land lying between said traverse line and the centerline of said creek line between East and west line extended South. Vin # MY9845786ABW NAME: Fairmont Model:Friendship Date of:1197 Which by Intention of the Parties, Shall constitue a part of the Realty and shall pass with it The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541939 File #296870F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Gary Groff and Cynthia Groff, husband and wife, of 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, and Bond Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Michigan, whose address is 2007 Eastern, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49507, dated February 19, 2009, and recorded on February 26, 2009 in Instrument No. 20090226-0001751 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, which mortgage has been assigned to Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 25, 2009 and recorded on July 2, 2009 with the Barry County Register of Deeds in Instrument No. 200907020006870, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of Fifth Thousand Twenty One Dollars and Sixty Two Cents ($50,021.62), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 16.85% and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the said debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on February 25, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., the undersigned will sell at the East door of the County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon said Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in said mortgage located in the Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan and which are described as follows: The East 50 feet of Lot 1 and the Westerly 25 feet of Lot 2 of Vogt’s Addition to Jordon Lake, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 32, Barry County Records. PP:# 15-105-001-00 which is commonly known as 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849. The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 DATED: January 14, 2010 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa, N.W. Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77542432 (616) 458-1315 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by GINGER L. ADGATE, A SINGLE WOMAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated September 6, 2005, and recorded on September 8, 2005, in Document No. 1152415, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Five Hundred Ninety-Seven Dollars and Fifty-Four Cents ($151,597.54), including interest at 6.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on February 11, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THE SOUTH 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTH 10 ACRES OF THE NORTH 15 ACRES OF THE WEST 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 6, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST. EXCEPT: THAT PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 6, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTH 1 / 4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 48 SECONDS EAST 2250.37 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST 1 / 4 TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 303.10 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 48 SECONDS WEST 260.59 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 363.81 FEET ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE SOUTH 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTH 10 ACRES, NORTH 15 ACRES, WEST 1 / 2 SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 , NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 6; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 19 MINUTES 07 SECONDS EAST 326.59 FEET ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THE WEST 1 / 2 , SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 , NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 6; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 46 SECONDS WEST 667.04 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTH 15 ACRES, WEST 1 / 2 , SOUTHWEST, 1 / 4 OF SAID NORTHEAST 1 / 4 ; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 48 SECONDS WEST 66.00 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST 1 / 4 TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 8, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77542203 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mildred J. Martin, a married woman and Donald Martin, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 7, 2005 and recorded November 10, 2005 in Liber 1985, Page 1260, and also recorded in Barry County 12/17/2009 in Instrument Number 200912170012091, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Successor Trustee to Bank of America, National Association, as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank, N.A. as Trustee for the MLMI Trust Series 2006-WMC2 by assignment. And an Affidavit of Scrivener's to recorded assignment in Barry County was submitted for recording. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Three Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Seven and 70/100 Dollars ($93,467.70) including interest at 7.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the or inside of the main entrance to the Courthouse Bldg. in Charlotte, MI in Eaton County, Michigan at 10:00 a.m. on FEBRUARY 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Sunfield, Eaton County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: the part of Northwest fractional 1/4 of the Northwest fractional 1/4 of Section 19, Town 4 North, Range 6 West, Sunfield Township, Eaton County, Michigan described as follows: commencing 907.1 feet South of Northeast corner of Section 24, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, Barry County, Michigan, thence North 46 degrees East 217.5 feet along the center of the Highway, thence North 34 degrees 20 minutes West 144.5 feet more or less to Saddlebag Lake, thence Southwesterly along said lake to the West line of said Section 19, thence South to the place of beginning. Parcel 2: Lot 1, plat of Sandy Haven, Woodland Township, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 26, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 3, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541699 File No. 269.5242 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 21, 2010 — Page 11 NOTICE OF BORROWER’S RIGHTS THIS NOTICE CONCERNS Brian M. Schaefer and Sara M. Schaefer (“BORROWER”) REGARDING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 520 E. Francis St Hastings MI 49058. THE BORROWER HAS THE RIGHT TO REQUEST A MEETING WITH INDEPENDENT BANK AND SHOULD CONTACT Coni B AT 616.642.6111 TO SCHEDULE A MEETING IF DESIRED. THIS PERSON HAS THE AUTHORITY TO MAKE AGREEMENTS UNDER MCL 3205b AND MCL 3205c. THE BORROWER MAY CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR BY VISITING THE MSHDA WEBSITE (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/) OR BY CALLING THE MSHDA (1866-946-7432). IF THE BORROWER REQUESTS A MEETING WITH THE PERSON DESIGNATED ABOVE WITHIN THE STATUTORY PERIOD, FORECLOSURE PROCEEDINGS WILL NOT BE COMMMENCED UNTIL 90 DAYS AFTER THE DATE THAT NOTICE WAS MAILED TO THE BORROWER. IF THE BORROWER AND THE PERSON DESIGNATED ABOVE REACH AN AGREEMENT TO MODIFY THE BORROWER’S MORTGAGE LOAN, THE MORTGAGE WILL NOT BE FORECLOSED IF THE BORROWER ABIDES BY THE TERMS OF THE AGREEMENT. THE BORROWER HAS THE RIGHT TO CONTACT AN ATTORNEY. THE MICHIGAN STATE BAR ASSOCIATION LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE TELEPHONE 77542430 NUMBER IS 1-800-968-0738. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Speck and Amy Speck, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated March 26, 2008, and recorded on April 3, 2008 in instrument 20080403-0003674, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Three Hundred Ten And 13/100 Dollars ($220,310.13), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 12, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 1320.00 feet from the South 1/4 post of said Section 12; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 340.51 feet along said South line; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 19 seconds East 1328.29 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50 minutes 26 seconds East 670.38 feet along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 59 seconds West 666.42 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 330.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 59 seconds West 660.00 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542125 File #297518F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lyle M. Huyck and Janet L Huyck, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated July 26, 2006, and recorded on August 1, 2006 in instrument 1167937, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Ten Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Two And 79/100 Dollars ($210,332.79), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry county, Michigan for the place of beginning; thence North along the North-South 1/4 line and Norris Road 325 Feet; thence West 270 Feet; thence South parallel to said North-South 1/4 line, 325 Feet; thence East 270 Feet to the place of beginning. Parcel 2: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 26, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 89 degrees 46 minutes 03 seconds West 270.00 Feet from the South 1/4 post of said Section 26; thence continuing North 89 degrees 46 minutes 03 seconds West along said South Section line 330.00 Feet; thence North 00 degrees 07 minutes 35 seconds West parallel with the North-South 1/4 line of said Section 26 a distance of 325.00 Feet; thence South 89 degrees 46 minutes 03 seconds East 330.00 Feet; thence South 00 degrees 07 minutes 35 seconds East 325.00 Feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541871 File #295125F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Amy L Grathen, a Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 14, 2005, and recorded on December 27, 2005 in instrument 1158195, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Five Thousand Five Hundred Ninety-Eight And 41/100 Dollars ($95,598.41), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 11 of Johnson's Addition to the Village of Middleville, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 2. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542216 File #304074F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stacy L Johnson and Dean R Johnson wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 28, 2007, and recorded on January 2, 2008 in instrument 200801020000107, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Five And 24/100 Dollars ($100,285.24), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 57 feet of Lots 4 and 5, and the West 56 feet of Lot 3, all in Block 3, of A.W. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542141 File #297864F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Keith McNett and Lisa McNett, husband and wife to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated July 7, 2004, and recorded on August 5, 2004, as Document Number: 1131965, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. by an Assignment of Mortgage dated July 15, 2004 and recorded February 23, 2005 by Document Number: 1141816, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Eight and 18/100 ($133,468.18) including interest at the rate of 8.15000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on February 11, 2010 Said premises are situated in the Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 28, Town 2 North, Range 9 West; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 14 seconds East, 1214.40 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of Section 28; thence South 02 degrees 54 minutes 51 seconds West, 233.04 feet; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 14 seconds East, 220.00 feet to the true point of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 14 seconds East, 373.08 feet; thence South 52 degrees 20 minutes 58 seconds West, 364.29 feet; thence North 60 degrees 26 minutes 18 seconds West, 35.79 feet; thence North 14 degrees 36 minutes 45 seconds West, 212.14 feet to the point of beginning. Together with a private easement for ingress and egress and public utility purposes, 66 feet wide, described as beginning at a point on the East and West 1/4 line of Section 28, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, distant South 89 degrees 56 minutes 14 seconds East, 2094.40 feet from the West 1/4 post of said Section ; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 14 seconds East, 66.08 feet along said 1/4 line; thence South 02 degrees 54 minutes 51 seconds West, 881.91 feet; thence North 75 degrees 47 minutes 45 seconds West, 67.30 feet; thence North 02 degrees 54 minutes 51 seconds East, 865.45 feet to the point of beginning. Also, together with and subject to a private easement for ingress and egress and public utility purposes, 66 feet wide, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 28, Town 2 North, Range 9 West; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 14 seconds East, 2094.40 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 28; thence South 02 degrees 54 minutes 51 seconds West, 233.04 feet to the true beginning; thence South 2 degrees 54 minutes 51 seconds West, 66.08 feet; thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 14 seconds West, 317.09 feet; thence South 52 degrees 20 minutes 58 seconds West, 283.59 feet; thence South 6 degrees 46 minutes 20 seconds West, 206.14 feet; thence North 83 degrees 13 minutes 40 seconds West, 66.00 feet; thence North 06 degrees 46 minutes 20 seconds East, 233.86 feet; thence North 52 degrees 20 minutes 58 seconds East, 335.48 feet; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 14 seconds East, 340.87 feet to the point of beginning. NOTE: The Assessed Legal Description for 07028-010-20. Based on the recorded deeds, there appears to be a discrepancy regarding the boundary lines of the northern border of the property. The deed and mortgage show the boundary line to be 373.08 feet, but the tax assessed legal has it as 476.14. The neighboring property to the East should have a northern boundary line of 286.92 feet, but on the tax map it shows as 183.86 feet. Commonly known as: 4727 WALLDORFF RD The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: January 14, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 Case No. 09MI02821-1 77542225 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: William J Kowske, a married man and Reagan Kowske to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Mortgageit, Inc., Mortgagee, dated November 4, 2005 and recorded November 15, 2005 in Instrument # 1156249 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor Indenture Trustee under NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2006MTA1, by assignment dated April 23, 2009 and recorded May 1, 2009 in Instrument # 200905010004717 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Five Hundred Six Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-Two Dollars and One Cents ($506,652.01) including interest 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on February 4, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Section 1, Town 1 North, Range 10 West; thence North 88 degrees 46 minutes 00 seconds East 673.86 feet along the South line of Section 1; thence Northeasterly along an intermediate traverse line of the shore of Crooked Lake the following courses; North 11 degrees 53 minutes 08 seconds East, 76.89 feet; thence North 41 degrees 36 minutes 00 seconds East 97.80 feet; thence North 55 degrees 46 minutes 17 seconds East, 146.17 feet; thence North 26 degrees 32 minutes 46 seconds East 176.03 feet; thence North 62 degrees 39 minutes 54 seconds East 73.27 feet; thence North 77 degrees 03 minutes 06 seconds East, 215.35 feet; thence North 31 degrees 25 minutes 32 seconds East, 171.48 feet; thence North 41 degrees 44 minutes 01 seconds East, 219.01 feet; thence North 52 degrees 22 minutes 29 seconds West, 278.79 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence continuing along said traverse line North 83 degrees 19 minutes 05 seconds West 233.25 feet; thence South 77 degrees 21 minutes 53 seconds West, 227.42 feet to the end of said traverse line; thence South 28 degrees 58 minutes 12 seconds East, 243.51 feet; thence North 74 degrees 13 minutes 07 second East, 322.68 feet; thence North 09 degrees 38 minutes 07 second East, 150.00 feet to the place of beginning. Including lands lying between said intermediate traverse lines and the waters of Crooked Lake as limited by the side lines of said parcel extended to the waters edge. Together with and subject to a private easement for ingress and egress and public utility purposes over a strip of land 66 feet wide, 33 feet each of a centerline described as commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section 1; thence South 88 degrees 46 minutes 00 seconds, West 429.78 feet along the South line of Section 2 to the centerline of Parker Road; thence North 02 degrees 01 minutes 21 seconds East 33.04 feet to the true point of beginning of said described centerline; thence North 88 degrees 46 minutes 00 seconds East, 963.62 feet; thence North 41 degrees 27 minutes 28 seconds East, 426.76 feet; thence North 65 degrees 46 minutes 09 seconds East 96.13 feet; thence North 25 degrees 49 minutes 43 seconds East 99.85 feet; thence North 09 degrees 52 minutes 26 seconds West 238.56 feet to reference point A and the end of centerline. Said easement extended for cul-desac purposes 60 feet in all directions from said Reference Point A. Commonly known as 7805 Cougar, Delton MI 49046 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 1/07/2010 The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor Indenture Trustee under NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2006-MTA1, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77541990 Our File No: 09-17923 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Cay Velderman, an unmarried woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 16, 2003 and recorded September 17, 2003 in Instrument Number 1113515, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Twenty-Three and 52/100 Dollars ($163,623.52) including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 28, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 5 acres, North 10 acres, East 1/2, Northeast 1/4 of Section 5, Town 3 North, Range 8 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 31, 2009 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541651 File No. 285.9732 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bruce L. Reges, an unmarried man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 10, 2006 and recorded March 8, 2006 in Instrument Number 1161024, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for JPMorgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-CW1 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Seven Hundred TwentyEight and 56/100 Dollars ($133,728.56) including interest at 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of land deeded by Frederick Galloway and wife to Sarah L. Marsh on April 10, 1869 and recorded in Liber 14 of Deeds, on Page 159 and running thence Easterly in center of Highway 13 rods; thence North 21 degrees 15 minutes West 11.6 rods; thence Easterly and parallel with said Highway to West line of land deeded by William L. F. Hams to Henry 0. Young, October 19, 1865: thence North on said 11.0, Young's West line to East and West 1/4 line Section 18, town 3 North, Range 8 West; thence West on said 1/4 line to the Northeast corner of Sarah l. Marsh's land: thence South 21 degrees 15 minutes East to place of beginning. Excepting commencing in the center of Green Street at the Southwest corner of land formerly owned by William A. Hans and running Northerly 11. 6 rods along the West line of said William L. Han's land: thence Westerly parallel with Green Street 4 rods: thence Southerly 11.6 rods parallel, with said William A. Hams' West line to center of Green Street, thence Easterly along the center of Green Street 4 rods to place of beginning, also except a strip of land 60 feet wide front and rear of West side of above description, premises sold to Maurice Pierson and recorded in Register of Deeds Office for Barry County, Michigan, in Liber 98 of Deeds on Page 446, all on West 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 18, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, also known as Lot 8 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 1, except a parcel of land described as commencing at the Northwest corner of Lot 6 of Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof for the place of beginning of this exception: thence North 71 degrees 45 minutes East 128.7 feet along the North lines or Lot 6 and Lot 5 of said Plat to the Northeast corner of Lot 5: thence North 18 degrees 15 minutes West 78 feet along the West line of Lot 4 of said Plat; thence South 89 degrees 30 minutes West 159.7 feet along the Northwesterly line of said Lot 8; thence Southeasterly to the place of beginning; also the North 20 feet of Lot 7 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, and Lots 850, 851 and 852 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, Barry County Michigan. Part of Lot 8 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, on Page 1, described as follows commencing at the Northwest corner of Lot 6 of said Plat, thence North 18 seconds 15 minutes North 20 feet at right angles to the North live of Lot 6 for the true place of beginning; thence North 71 seconds 45 minutes East 73.7 feet; thence South 18 seconds 15 minutes East 20 feet to the Northeast corner of said Lot 6; thence North 21 seconds 45 minutes East 55 feet to the Northeast corner of Lot 5 of said plat; thence North 18 seconds 15 minutes West 78 feet along the West line of Lot 4 of said plat; thence South 89 seconds 30 minutes West 135.13 feet along the Northwesterly line of said Lot 8; thence South 18 seconds 15 minutes East 119.20 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.1476 ASAP# 3404775 01/14/2010, 77542080 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Theresa J. Bloomberg and Todd A. Bloomberg AKA Todd Andrew Bloomberg, Her Husband, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage Services Co., Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2003, and recorded on July 22, 2003 in instrument 1109047, and assigned by said Mortgagee to National City Mortgage Co. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty-Nine And 25/100 Dollars ($89,889.25), including interest at 7.55% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 and the Northwest 1/4 of Southeast 1/4, section 29, town 2 North, range 10 West described as; Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence South 313.5 feet along the East line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 to the point of beginning; thence Westerly 517 feet parallel with the North line of said Northeast 1/4, Southwest 1/4; thence South 240 feet parallel with the East line of said Northeast 1/4, Southwest 1/4; thence East 517 feet parallel with the North line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence East 414 feet, more or less, along the South line of the North 553.5 feet of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said section to the centerline of Lindsey road; thence Northerly 240 feet, more or less, along said centerline to the South line of the North 313.5 feet of said Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4; thence Westerly 367 feet, more or less, along said south line to the point of beginning. Except Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of section 29 Town 2 North, range 10 West Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South 88 degrees 44 minutes 00 seconds East 2647.69 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said section 29 to the center 1/4 corner of said section 29; thence South 88 degrees 48 minutes 00 seconds East 239.15 feet along said East and West 1/4 line to the centerline of Lindsey road; thence South 14 degrees 25 minutes 03 seconds 279.61 feet along said centerline to the Northerly line of memory lane and the true point of beginning: thence South 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds West 683.81 feet along said Northerly line; thence continuing 176.48 feet along said Northerly line and the arc of a nontangent curve to the left, the radius of which is 60.00 feet, the central angle of which is 168 degrees 30 minutes 21 seconds and the chord of which bears South 82 degrees 11 minutes 53 seconds West, 119.40 feet; thence South 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds West 850.97 feet to the west line of the northeast 1/4 of the southwest 1/4 of said section 29; thence South 00 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds West, 795.36 feet along said west line; thence South 88 degrees 49 minutes 40 seconds East feet along the south lineof the northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said section 29; thence North 00 degrees 09 minutes 59 seconds East, 546.68 feet; thence North 41 degrees 07 minutes 30 seconds, 266,46 feet; thence North 00 degrees 10 minutes 28 seconds162.85 feet to the Southerly line of memory lane; thence North 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds East, 485.74 feet along said Southerly line to said centerline of Lindsey road; thence North 14 degrees 25 minutes 03 seconds West 86.44 feet along said centerline to the point of beginning. containing 22.23 acres of land more or less. together with and subject to a private non-exclusive easement for ingress, egress and public utilities purposes appurtenant thereto for memory lane, described separately. description of memory lane a private easement for ingress, egress, and public utilities purposes, described as: commencing at the West 1/4 corner of section 29, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South 88 degrees 48 minutes 00 seconds East 2647.69 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said section 29 to the center 1/4 corner of said section 29; thence South 88 degrees 48 minutes 00 seconds East 239.15 feet along said East and West 1/4 line to the centerline of Lindsey road; thence South 14 degrees 25 minutes 03 seconds East 279.61 feet along said centerline to the true point of beginning; thence South 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds West 683.81 feet; thence 276.74 feet along the arc of a non-tangent curve to the left, the radius of which is 60.00 feet, the central angle of which is 264 degrees 16 minutes 02 seconds and the chord of which bears South 34 degrees 19 minutes 26 seconds West 88.99 feet; thence North 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds East 751,16 feet to said centerline of Lindsey road; thence North 14 degrees 25 minutes 03 seconds West 66.44 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #193371F02 77542230 �Page 12 — Thursday, January 21, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES SYNOPSIS HOPE TOWNSHIP SPECIAL BOARD MEETING JANUARY 13, 2010 All board members present 2 guests Approved: Previous Minutes Termination of Sexton and Assistant Sexton Not Plowing Cedar Creek nor Brush Ridge Cemeteries except for funerals. Appointing Denny Bibler Sexton Listing of jobs for Life Insurance Annual trade in of lawn tractors Changing locks on Township Buildings Appointing Supervisor overseer of maintenance/cemetery workers Adjourned 7:15 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by 77542416 Patricia Albert, Supervisor Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Edward J. Porter, Single, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 11, 2003, and recorded on July 23, 2003 in instrument 1109232, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWABS 2003-05 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Seven And 46/100 Dollars ($158,327.46), including interest at 11.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 119 and 120 of Fair Lake Annex, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 63, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542059 File #299109F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Allen W Ruthruff and Fayetta Ruthruff aka Allen W and Fay Ruthruff, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to First Chicago NBD Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated October 16, 1998, and recorded on November 3, 1998 in instrument 1020278, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Five Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-One And 42/100 Dollars ($25,681.42), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Land situated in the Township of Hope, County of Barry, state of Michigan, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 30, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry county, Michigan, distant East 696.3 feet from the North 1/4 corner of said Section 30; thence East, 424 feet along said North Section line; thence South, 672 feet along the West line of Nadall Drive; thence West, 482 feet more or less, to the centerline of a 33 foot wide roadway easement; thence North 00 degrees 09 minutes East, 250 feet along said centerline; thence continuing along said centerline North 07 degrees 46 minutes East, 594.5 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Northerly 33 feet thereof for Rose Road. Together with and subject to a private easement for roadway purposes over the Westerly 16.5 feet thereof, and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542390 File #300211F01 SYNOPSIS HOPE TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING JANUARY 11, 2010 All board members present 2 guests Approved: Previous Minutes Standing Reports Bills Sending Protest Letter to SWBCSWA Sale of Large Trailer Weekly Cleaning of Hall Floors Jennifer Saviano as ZBA Alternate Adjourned 7:58 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by 77542414 Patricia Albert, Supervisor Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Harry L. Osenbaugh and Tomi Osenbaugh, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 6, 2004, and recorded on February 17, 2004 in instrument 1122311, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Five Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Six And 14/100 Dollars ($75,856.14), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 357 feet East of the Northeast corner of Lot 12, Block 7, A.W. Phillips Addition, thence South 12 rods, thence East 99 feet, thence North 12 rods, thence West 99 feet to point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541946 File #298153F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by TIMOTHY R. LATTA and TAMMIE M. LATTA, Husband and Wife, 8132 B Drive S, Battle Creek, MI 49014 to SMB MORTGAGE COMPANY (n/k/a SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST), 2 West Chicago Street, Coldwater, Michigan 49036 dated November 6, 2002 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on November 13, 2002 in Instrument No. 1091428 of Mortgages, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date of this notice, for principal and interest the sum of Ninety-Thousand Three Hundred Fifty-Three and 18/100 ($90,353.18) Dollars and no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, where by the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; Now Therefore, Notice is Hereby Given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the said Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein described or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at Courthouse Bldg, Barry County Courthouse in the City of Hastings, and County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding Circuit Court in and for said County, on January 28, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. in the after noon of said day, and said premises will be sold to pay the amount as aforesaid then due on said Mortgage together with 5.9685% percent interest on the Mortgage, legal costs, Attorneys’ fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described as follows, to-wit: County of Barry, Township of Johnston, State of Michigan, is described as follows: Lots 6 and 17, COUNTRY ACRES, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 64, Barry County Records. The last day to redeem this deed is on July 28, 2010, however, if an Affidavit of Abandonment is filed with the Register of Deeds, the last day to redeem will be February 28, 2010, or until the time to provide the notice was required by MCL 600.3241a(c) expires, whichever is later. Dated: December 31, 2009 SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST Mortgagee. DRESSER, DRESSER, HAAS & CAYWOOD, P.C. By: P. Joseph Haas, Jr. Attorney for SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST Business Address 112 South Monroe Street Sturgis, MI 49091 77541627 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 09-025459-DE Estate of Gerald Clare Pastoor. Date of birth: October 27, 1933. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Gerald Clare Pastoor, who lived at 3630 Elmwood Beach Road, Middleville, Michigan died September 25, 2009. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Deborah L. Pastoor, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street 302, Hastings, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: January 12, 2010 Damon, Ver Merris, Boyko & Witte, PLC Charles E. Damon P30648 825 Parchment Drive SE, Suite 100 Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (616) 975-9951 Deborah L. Pastoor 403 Falcon Drive Wayland, MI 49348 (269) 792-0236 77542401 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard C. Manni and Valerie A. Manni, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2006 and recorded August 8, 2006 in Instrument Number 1168286, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Nine Thousand Six Hundred Seventy-Four and 70/100 Dollars ($199,674.70) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 11, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: commencing at the Southeast corner of said section 11; thence North 00 degrees 40 minutes 03 seconds West 964.00 feet along the East line of said section to the point of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 40 minutes 30 seconds West 350.96 feet; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 22 seconds West 1240.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 40 minutes 03 East 352.19 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 55 seconds East 1239.98 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.2420 ASAP# 3407084 01/14/2010, 77542152 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Travis Williams and Jessica A Williams, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 17, 2006, and recorded on February 27, 2006 in instrument 1160627, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fourteen Thousand Four Hundred Ten And 33/100 Dollars ($114,410.33), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: Parcel of land located in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section 12; thence North along the West line of said Section 526 feet to the point of beginning; thence East perpendicular to said West Section line 470 feet; thence North parallel with said West Section line 250 feet; thence West perpendicular to said West Section line 470 feet to said West Section line thence South along said West Section line 250 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542311 File #299389F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bryon L. Thornton and Tamara J Thornton, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 3, 2003 and recorded July 9, 2009 in Instrument Number 1108095, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty-Eight and 12/100 Dollars ($150,838.12) including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 18, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 40 of Northridge Estates Number 2, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 6 of Plats on Page 17. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 21, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 393.0324 ASAP# 3415684 01/21/2010, 75542409 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010, 02/11/2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Charles Harris and Shelia Harris, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 2203 OTTAWA TRAIL, HASTINGS, MI 49058 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-5397400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Charles Harris and Shelia Harris also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738 (Tel). Pub Date: January 21, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77542397 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by George Jeffrey Kent, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated August 8, 2005, and recorded on August 22, 2005 in instrument 1151430, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc. Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-R2, Under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement Dated March 1, 2006 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Five And 81/100 Dollars ($149,485.81), including interest at 3% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 125 of the plat of Lynden Johncock Plat Number 1, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 93. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542074 File #299394F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stanley G Norris Sr a married man and Karen S Norris his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 3, 2005, and recorded on November 14, 2005 in instrument 1156176, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand One Hundred Thirty-Nine And 71/100 Dollars ($295,139.71), including interest at 8.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan. Also the South 450.8 feet of the East 348.08 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541693 File #297366F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Corey L Bumford, a married man and Tonya Bumford, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Gehrke Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated June 14, 2001, and recorded on June 29, 2001 in instrument 1062320, and assigned by said Mortgagee to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Three Thousand Three Hundred Fifty-Eight And 11/100 Dollars ($73,358.11), including interest at 7.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 11 rods West of the Northeast corner of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West; Thence West 11 rods on the East and West 1/4 line; Thence South parallel with the North and South 1/4 line 22 rods; Thence East parallel with the East and West 1/4 line 11 rods; Thence North parallel with the North and South 1/4 line 22 rods to the place of beginning including a joint driveway on the West boundary thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542120 File #298297F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Heather L. Hoffman, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 25, 2006, and recorded on December 7, 2006 in instrument 1173642, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Four And 87/100 Dollars ($144,344.87), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the North 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 4, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, described as: commencing at the North 1/4 post of said Section 4; thence East on the Section line 697 feet for a point of beginning; thence East on said Section line 148.5 feet; thence South 90 rods, more or less, to the South line of said North 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4; thence West 148.5 feet; thence North 90 rods, more or less, to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542196 File #300210F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 21, 2010 — Page 13 Trio charged with sexual assault POLICE BEAT Siblings injured during drive to school Hastings Police responded to a personal injury accident on East State Street near Star School Road Jan. 14. A 16-year-old Middleville male was eastbound on State Street heading to Barry County Christian School when he lost control of the vehicle and hit a utility pole. His four siblings were also in the vehicle. The driver was treated at the scene by Mercy Ambulance for minor injuries and there were no other injuries reported. Reward offered for stolen scooter Hastings Police are investigating the theft of a motorized three-wheeled scooter that was taken from the outside of a residence in the 400 block of South Jefferson Street. The blue and black Go-Go electric scooter is valued at $1,775. It was entered into the Law Enforcement Information Network as being stolen on Jan. 13. The 63-year-old victim is offering a reward for its return. Anyone with information is asked to call the Hastings Police Department at 269-945-5744 or Silent Observer, 800-310-9031. When sleeping it off, location is key A Barry County Deputy responded to the call of a vehicle in the ditch with an unresponsive driver on Pifer Road. Upon arrival, the deputy found John Frederick Beyrle III, 26, of Montague reclining in the driver’s seat covered with a sleeping bag. A witness who had seen the car slide into the ditch Jan. 13, went to check on the driver and got no response when he knocked on the window. After telling Beyrle to wake up multiple times, the deputy was able to rouse him after pulling off the sleeping bag. After talking with Beyrle and administering a sobriety test, the deputy placed him under arrest for operating while intoxicated, second offense. Beyrle told the deputy he had been watching the Red Wings game that evening and had decided to sleep in the vehicle until morning when he could call a friend to tow the vehicle. He registered a .13 percent blood alcohol content on the scene and was lodged with a $100 bond. Rental trailer is the wrong way to move A witness saw a truck pull out of Joe’s LP Gas in Middleville with a U-Haul trailer attached on Jan. 7. The witness knew the business was closed at the time and called Barry County Dispatch to report the suspicious vehicle. Michigan State Police in Wayland initiated a pursuit of a vehicle matching the description. During the pursuit, the vehicle traveled off the road and onto a snowmobile path where the driver fled on foot. After a foot pursuit and tracking by K-9 units, Johnny Leon Montgomery, 33, of Shelbyville was apprehended and taken to Allegan County Jail. The trailer was recovered from a residence. Doctor’s orders not always good for driving A concerned citizen called Barry County Central Dispatch after helping pull a vehicle from the ditch on Jan. 12. The caller said the driver appeared to be intoxicated and had driven to the Marathon Store on M-37. After making contact with the subject, Barry County Deputies issued Michael Anthony Woody, 43, of Dowling a citation for operating a vehicle with the presence of drugs. Woody told the deputy he was taking Depakote, Celexa, Effexor and Ativan prescriptions and had consumed caffeine pills and “larian root” that day. He was lodged at Barry County Jail without incident and issued a $100 personal recognizance bond. Pot violation leads to warrant Mason James Leonard, 17, of Delton turned himself in at the Barry County Sheriff’s Department on Jan. 6 for a misdemeanor warrant for possession of marijuana. The warrant, out of 56-B court in Hastings, was issued Oct. 9. Leonard was booked and lodged without incident. Larceny suspect turns self in Shawn Michael Jenkins, 25, of Delton was booked and lodged on a warrant for larceny from a building and two counts of stealing a financial transaction device. Jenkins turned himself in at the Barry County Sheriff’s Department Jan. 7 and was booked and lodged without incident on the Dec. 30 warrant. Driver in ditch after girlfriend splils beer Gerald Lee Closser, 34, of Cedar Springs was driving a vehicle with his girlfriend and three children inside when it slid into a ditch near Briggs and Shaw Lake roads in Yankee Springs Township Jan. 14 just after midnight. When Barry County Deputies arrived, they learned that Closser, along with the children, ages 2 through 5, had left the scene on foot. His girlfriend was with the vehicle and told deputies he had left. After deputies caught up to him at a nearby residence, Closser admitted to a deputy that he had been driving at the time of the accident because his girlfriend was too intoxicated to drive and he had only gone into the ditch because she splashed a beer in his face while driving A sobriety test and Breathalyzer were administered to Closser. He registered a .15 percent blood alcohol level at the scene. He was transported to Barry County Jail without incident and given a $100 personal recognizance bond on the driving while license restricted charge and no bond on the charge of operating while intoxicated, third offense. He also was charged with a misdemeanor for child endangerment. No injuries resulted from the accident. Deputies follow the sound of gunshots to stolen items A finishing tractor was returned to its owner after Ionia County Sheriff Deputies discovered it and other stolen items at a residence on Nashville Highway Jan. 17. Deputies and a Lake Odessa police officer responded to the scene after receiving reports of gun shots and yelling or screaming. The resident admitted discharging the firearm several times. After obtaining permission to climb a ladder already in place that extended into the rafters of the garage, officers discovered an Ionia County Sheriff Department winter uniform coat with uniform pants and several long guns. Officers also discovered that the resident had a valid warrant for disorderly conduct from the Ionia County Sheriff Department. An Ionia County Posse member identified several of the items as missing, including a compound bow and double-bladed ax. The resident was booked and lodged at Ionia County Jail without incident. He was also issued two citations, one for receiving and concealing stolen property and the second for reckless discharge of a firearm. Scott Smith Victim’s child pled with suspects during attack Three men were arrested Jan. 14 by Hastings Polices on criminal sexual conduct charges. The men are charged with allegedly locking a woman in a bedroom and raping her while one of her children was outside the room, pleading for them to not hurt the mother. The Barry County Prosecutor’s office authorized warrants authorized on Dorrance Hoffman, 28, from Hastings, on charges of criminal sexual conduct (CSC) first degree assault with intent to commit CSC, unlawful imprisonment and for being a habitual offender; Shaun Engle, 24, from Nashville on charges of CSC second degree and unlawful imprisonment; and Scott Smith, 32, from Hastings, on charges of CSC first degree, assault with intent to commit CSC and unlaw- LEGAL NOTICE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Murray M. Stuck and Angilynn A. Stuck, husband and wife, to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 28, 2006 and recorded July 5, 2006 in Instrument Number 1166780, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company , as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for Argent Securities Trust 2006M2, Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-M2 under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated August 1, 2006 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Two Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Two and 00/100 Dollars ($92,572.00) including interest at 9.3% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 28, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 49, except the North 69 feet thereof and also excepting the South 24 feet thereof, and also, except the East 24.7 feet of the South 122.7 feet thereof, all in Supervisor Glasgow's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 3. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 31, 2009 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541646 File No. 356.3229 COURT NEWS Zachary Francis Yoesting, 18, of Hastings pleaded guilty last week to conspiracy to commit robbery, armed, in a plea agreement in 5th Circuit Court under Judge James Fisher. Yoesting was ordered to serve 12 months in jail with 94 days credited and 36 months of probation stemming from an Oct. 11, 2009, incident. The last four months of his jail time may be suspended upon payment of court assessments of $628. He also was ordered to attend substance abuse counseling and cognitive behavior therapy while in jail. The charges state that Yoesting, “in the course of committing larceny of money, did assault or put fear in a person present, and in the course of that conduct, possessed an article used or fashioned in a manner to lead a person present to reasonably believe the article was a dangerous weapon.” Charles Robert Roscoe, 17, of Hastings also pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit robbery, armed, in a case stemming from the same incident as Yoesting. In a plea agreement, Roscoe was sentenced to 12 months in jail with 94 days credited and 36 months of probation. The last four months of his jail time may be suspended upon payment of court assessments of $628. He was also ordered to attend substance abuse counseling and cognitive behavior therapy while in jail. Riley David McLean, 18, of Hastings was sentenced last week to 90 days in jail with 25 days credited and not more than two years of probation in 5th Circuit Court under Judge Fisher. In a plea agreement, McLean was charged with malicious destruction of a tree, less than $200, selling alcohol to a minor, indecent exposure and minor in possession of alcohol from an incident that occurred around Sept. 5, 2009. He also was ordered to pay $500 in court costs, $50 crime victim rights, $159 in state minimum costs. The balance of jail may be suspended upon successful completion of probation. He also was ordered to day reporting and must live in an approved residence. Maggie Jun Henderson, 38, of Delton was sentenced last week to six months in jail from an Aug. 21, 2009, incident. In a plea agreement, Henderson pleaded guilty to attempted larceny from a building and was ordered to pay $500 restitution, $60 crime victim rights, $500 court costs and $68 in state minimum costs. The last five months of jail may be suspended upon payment of $1,128, and she was given work release from noon until 8 p.m., Monday through Friday. The charges state that Henderson committed the larceny in a convenience store by stealing lottery tickets. Shaun Engle Dorrance Hoffman ful imprisonment. The incident occurred at a residence in the 600 block of Hannah Lane and has been under investigation by Hastings Police since it was reported Nov. 14, 2009. The victim was an acquaintance to at least one of the suspects. The three men have been arraigned and are scheduled for preliminary examinations on Friday, Jan. 22. Vermontville woman charged with embezzlement at Hastings business The Michigan State Police Hastings Post is investing alleged embezzlement from a Hastings business. Lona Jean Aldrich, 52, of Vermontville was arrested Jan. 12 and lodged at the Barry County Jail. The Barry County Prosecutor’s office authorized charges including embezzlement over $100,000, using a computer to commit a crime, and uttering and publishing. Aldrich is the former office administrator of Eye and ENT Specialists in Hastings, which reported the initial embezzlement. According to a press release from the Hastings state police post, the exact amount of loss to the business is unknown, but is believed to be well in excess of $200,000 cash, with an even larger amount due to mismanagement. Aldrich had been an employee of the medical practice for 13 years and resigned after an accountant was hired to take over the financial side of the business. Lona Jean Aldrich of Vermontville has been charged with embezzlement and is believed to have taken more than $200,000 from her Hastings employer. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale National Ads Help Wanted AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home - farm business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT KNOWINGLY accept advertising which is deceptive, fraudulent or might otherwise violate law or accepted standards of taste. However, this publication does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of any advertisement, nor the quality of goods or services advertised. Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all claims made in any advertisements, and to use good judgment and reasonable care, particularly when dealing with persons unknown to you ask for money in advance of delivery of goods or services advertised. DRIVERS WANTED Interstate Carrier Express Home Weekends. CDL-A w/Hazmat 800-998-5005 BED: QUEEN PILLOWTOP mattress set, NEW, still in plastic, $200. Call (517)4104921 Delivery available. Estate Sale ESTATE/MOVING SALES: by Bethel Timmer - The Cottage House Antiques. (269)795-8717 For Rent FOR RENT: MOBILE HOMES. 1 near Lake Odessa, 1 in Woodland, $400/month plus security deposit, (269)367-4648. SPECTACULAR VIEW ON Algonquin lake. 1 bedroom apartment. Great fishing outside your door. $450 a month plus deposit. Call Scott @ (269)-870-0399 In Memoriam IN MEMORY OF Buddy Lake 10/1/25-1/23/05 Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed, and very dear. Sadly missed by wife; Bonnie lake, daughter; Julie Smith, sons; Bill and Pat Lake, Dianna Miller, and grandchildren and greatgranchildren. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77524024 RNS/LPNS- LAKESHORE HOME Health Care has a 2nd shift position available in Vermontville. Benefits & mileage reimbursement available. Please call 800348-2660 ext. 108. Farm EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 �Page 14 — Thursday, January 21, 2010 — The Hastings Banner HHS gets 130 points in two Gold duals Hastings’ varsity wrestling team dominated O-K Gold Conference duals with Grand Rapids Catholic Central and Wayland last week to improve to 4-0 in the conference. The Saxons shut out Catholic Central Wednesday evening, in a 70-0 win. Chris Feldpausch (103 pounds), Dave Case (112), Alex Auer (119), Kenny Cross (125), Mitchell Brisboe (130), Chase Huisman (135), Gage Pederson (140), Collin Ferguson (145), Mike Cross (152), Mike Cross (160), Jason Eckley (171), Matt Mansfield (189), Beau Reaser (215), and Colton Marlette (285) scored the 14 Saxon wins. Winning ten of the 14 flights was plenty for the Saxons in a 60-17 win over Wayland Friday evening. Feldpausch, Case, Kenny Cross, Pederson, Ferguson, Mike Cross, Matt Schild, Eckley, Reaser, and Doug Bakers earned the Hastings wins. “We might be wrestling the best we have all year,” said Hastings’ head coach Mike Goggins. “We are a little banged up, but overall we are really clicking as a team right now.” The Saxons went to the Lowell Duals Saturday, and placed fourth out of 16 teams. They scored a 66-4 win over Belding, a 38-24 victory over Byron Center, and topped Sturgis 42-18 on the day. Hastings’ two losses were to a couple of the top teams in the state, with Stevensville Lakeshore scoring a 60-12 victory and Allendale winning 40-27. Pederson was the lone Saxon to earn five wins on the day individually. Ferguson, Schild, and Reaser had four wins each, while Feldpausch, Case, Mike Cross, and Colton Marlette each won three times. Hastings’ varsity will be at the Comstock Duals this Saturday, then next Wednesday travels to Ionia for a quad. The Saxon ‘B’ team also competed last Saturday, hosting a dual tournament. The Hastings team placed second out of eight teams with a 3-2 record. James Maine won four matches, while Austin Morre, Kyle Mikolajczyk, Dylan Kelmer, Bobby Leedy and Baker had three wins each. At Right: Hastings’ Collin Ferguson controls Catholic Central’s Zac Forbes on the mat during their 145-pound match Wednesday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Saxons’ Kenny Cross (top) works to turn over Catholic Central’s Bobby Eggleston during their 125-pound bout Wednesday evening in Hastings. (Photo by Perry Hardin) LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Wesley P. Wilkins and Charity A. Wilkins, husband and wife, to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. SBM Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc., Mortgagee, dated May 18, 2001 and recorded May 22, 2001 in Instrument Number 1060140, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Six and 27/100 Dollars ($77,766.27) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1 of Block 16 of the Eastern Addition to the City, Formerly Village, of Hastings, Barry County, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 7, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 326.3052 ASAP# 3398377 01/07/2010, 01/14/2010, 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010 ›77541961 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Patti Deline and Nicholas Deline, husband and wife, to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated March 2, 2009 and recorded March 11, 2009 in Instrument Number 20090311-0002256, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred TwentySeven Thousand Nine Hundred Four and 8/100 Dollars ($127,904.08) including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 28, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 48 and the South 1/2 of Lot 49 of Smith's Lakeview Estate Number 1, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 2, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 31, 2009 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541656 File No. 200.5678 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHARLES C. REESE, III, A MARRIED MAN and MICHELE REESE, HIS WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated July 2, 2004, and recorded on July 7, 2004, in Document No. 1130462, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Eight Thousand One Hundred Fifty-Five Dollars and Twenty-Three Cents ($88,155.23), including interest at 7.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on January 28, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 610 OF THE CITY, FORMERLY VILLAGE OF HASTINGS, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2009 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77541638 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael A. Harper, a married man and Ladonna I. Harper, a married woman husband and wife, to Washington Mortgage Company, A Michigan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 31, 1998 and recorded September 8, 1998 in Instrument Number 1017602, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by HSBC Bank USA, as Trustee in trust for Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Asset Backed PassThrough Certificates Series 2003-HE4 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Eight and 92/100 Dollars ($58,498.92) including interest at 9.45% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Delton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 6, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, described as commencing at a point 8 rods South of the Southeast corner of Lot 23 of the Village of Delton, according to the recorded plat thereof, thence South along the West side of Highway 8 rods, thence West 8 rods, thence North 8 rods, thence East 8 rods to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 7, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 306.2199 ASAP# 3398369 01/07/2010, 77541956 01/14/2010, 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David Vanluke, a single man, to Paul A. Getzin and Lynn M. Getzin DBA West Michigan Financial Services, Mortgagee, dated June 17, 2002 and recorded June 26, 2002 in Instrument Number 1082836, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Nationstar Mortgage LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Seven and 48/100 Dollars ($120,567.48) including interest at 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2, Crystal Lake Estates Plat, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 73. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 426.0921 ASAP# 3407065 01/14/2010, 77542157 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Roger L Bird Jr and Michele R Bird, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated November 9, 2006, and recorded on November 15, 2006 in instrument 1172782, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Thirty And 88/100 Dollars ($138,330.88), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 44 of Gackler's Payne Lake Plat according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, page 72 of Barry county records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542053 File #298748F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charle R Wiltse, Jr., a single amn, original mortgagor(s), to Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis, Mortgagee, dated November 24, 2004, and recorded on November 30, 2004 in instrument 1137913, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Eight And 38/100 Dollars ($133,278.38), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 100 of Lynden Johncock Plat No. 1, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, on Page 93 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541885 File #296341F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kenneth Lynema and Wendy L. Lynema, Husband and Wife, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2004 and recorded October 4, 2004 in Instrument Number 1134930, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Three Thousand Five Hundred Forty-One and 15/100 Dollars ($123,541.15) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 21, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan which is South 00 degrees 18 minutes 29 seconds West, 408.70 feet from the Northeast corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 18 minutes 29 seconds West, 250.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 49 minutes 52 seconds West, 333.39 feet; thence North 00 degrees 18 minutes 29 seconds East, 250.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 49 minutes 52 seconds East, 339.39 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.5403 ASAP# 3407033 01/14/2010, 77542162 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Bradley A Brownell and Sueann M Brownell, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1855 Pine Blf, Hastings, MI 49058-8128. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 19, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 19, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542395 File # 305128F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Richard C Lampman and Leslie Lampman, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 15230 Banfield Rd, Battle Creek, MI 49017-9253. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 15, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 15, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542274 File # 304359F01 77542326 Circuit Court Sale Case No. 09-366-CH Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C. is a debt collector, and we are attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Judicial Sale in Pursuance and by virtue of a Judgment of the Circuit Court of the County of Barry, State of Michigan, made and entered on the 19th day of November A.D. 2009, in a certain cause therein pending, wherein TCF National Bank, a national banking association, was the Plaintiff, and William F. Quick, an individual, and Birgit H. Quick, an individual, were the Defendants, Notice is hereby given that I shall sell at public auction to the highest bidder at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Barry County, Michigan (that being the building in which the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held) on Thursday, the 11th day of March A.D. 2010 at one o’clock p.m., (1:00 P.M.) Eastern Standard Time, on the said day, the following described property, viz: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Maple Grove, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan as described as follows, to-wit: Commencing 264 feet East of the Southwest corner of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 7 West; thence East 270 feet; thence North 165 feet; thence West 270 feet; thence South 165 feet to the point of beginning. Tax I.D. No. 10-015-100-00 This property may be redeemed during the six (6) months following the date of sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 Pamela Jarvis Barry County Clerk Drafted by : Attorney for Plaintiff Michael J. Thomas, Esq. Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C. 1425 Ford Building, 615 Griswold Street Detroit, Michigan 48226 (313) 963-1301 77542382 (1-21)(3-4) NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS OF BARRY COUNTY: Notice is hereby given that the Barry County Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a public hearing for the following: Case Number V-1-2010 Richard & Elaine Stevens (Owner); Pennings & Sons - Dave Gunnell (applicant). Location: 11157 Pennock Lane, in Section 8 of Barry Twp. Purpose: Requesting a variance to construct a 31x46-ft addition and three car garage to an existing home which will have a setback of 1ft 8 inches from the road right of way, which is less than the required 20-ft, in the RL zoning district. Meeting Date: February 9, 2010. Time: 7:30 p.m. Place: Community Room, Courts & Law Building at 206 West Court Street, Hastings, MI Site inspection of the above described property(ies) will be completed by the Zoning Board of Appeals members before the hearing. Interested persons desiring to present their views upon an appeal either verbally or in writing will be given the opportunity to be heard at the above mentioned time and place. Any written response may be mailed to the address listed below or faxed to (269) 948-4820. The variance application(s) is/are available for public inspection at the Barry County Planning Office, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 during the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed between 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.) Monday-Friday. Please call the Planning Office at (269) 945-1290 for further information. The County of Barry will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon ten (10) days notice to the County of Barry. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the County of Barry by writing or calling the following: Michael Brown/County Administrator, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058, (269) 945-1284. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 21, 2010 — Page 15 Schoolcraft wins battle of last two KVA champs by Brett Bremer Sports Editor It’ll take a little more time for the Delton Kellogg varsity wrestling program to get the Kalamazoo Valley Association crown back from Schoolcraft. The visiting Eagles held a 24-0 lead after just 2 minutes and 3 seconds of actual wrestling Wednesday night at Delton Kellogg High School. The defending KVA champions went on to a 55-13 victory over the host Panthers. Schoolcraft ended Delton Kellogg’s string of KVA championships by taking the title in 2009, the Eagles’ first season in the conference. “We go back to work,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Dan Phillips. “That’s what I tell them every time, win, lose, or draw. That’s what we are, a hard-working team.” “That’s the best way to get over a loss.” In the first match of the night, at 285 pounds, Schoolcraft’s Colin Monroe pinned Delton Kellogg’s Robert Hughes in 1:39. The Eagles picked up six points each at 103 and 112 pounds as the Panthers continue to have voids in their varsity line-up at each weight class. In the 119-pound bout, Schoolcraft’s Josh Schepel pinned Delton’s Austin Storm in 24 seconds. It took a big late rally, but Tyler Dempsey finally stopped the bleeding for the Panthers in the 125-pound match against Trent Rhoda. He came from behind in the third period to tie their match, then scored a 12-10 victory with a take down in overtime. “He’s got great practice partners, and he’s getting better every match,” Phillips said of Dempsey. “He’s a great surprise this year, being his first year on varsity.” Dempsey is a junior, but had been behind state medallists Matt or Mark Loveland in previous seasons. Jeff Bissett followed up Dempsey’s win with a 9-1 major decision at 130 pounds, which cut the Eagles’ lead to 24-7. The last win of the evening for the Panthers came at 152 pounds, where David Dempsey pinned Jacob Blethying in 57 seconds. Trevor Curtice wrestled well at 189 pounds, but lost out in an 8-6 decision against Brandon McNees. Curtice led 5-4 heading into the third period, but McNees got the initial take down of the third period. After an escape by Curtice which tied the match at 6- Delton Kellogg’s David Dempsey (top) nears a pin against Schoolcraft’s Jacob Blethying during the second period of their 152-pound match Wednesday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 6, McNees earned his 100th career victory by scoring a take down with 28 seconds left on the clock. “I thought we wrestled tough,” Phillips said. “I was proud of the way the boys wrestled. They battled every match.” Other winners on the night for the Eagles were Dylan Smith (103 pounds), Chris Caporossi (112), Shawn Veine (135), Zach VanZile (140), Zach Ragan (145), Connor Sharp (160), Dan Meadows (171), and Alex Caporossi (215). Delton Kellogg was 1-2 in KVA duals this season as it headed to Maple Valley last night to face the 3-0 Lions as well as non-conference foe Battle Creek Lakeview. The Panthers’ Trevor Curtice (right) works towards a take down against Schoolcraft’s Brandon McNees during the first period of their 189-pound bout Wednesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Delton’s boys head to the Bellevue Invitational this Saturday, then will visit Olivet for a KVA dual next week Wednesday. Hastings unable to handle TK pressure in 2nd half by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Hastings senior center Dustin Glaser raised his arms and looked up at the scoreboard after teammate Grant Heide hit a three-pointer at the buzzer in Middleville Friday night. He did the math, then dropped his arms. The three still left the Saxons one point short of the host Trojans, as Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity boys’ basketball team The Saxons’ Dustin Glaser gets a shot over Trojan center Jared Stolicker late in the first half Friday night at Thornapple Kellogg High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hastings’ Zach Passmore gets around Thornapple Kellogg’s Jared Stolicker to score the first two points in Middleville Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Donna Miller, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to American Home Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007, and recorded on June 5, 2007 in instrument 1181317, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Bank Of America, National Association as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-One Thousand One Hundred Fifty-Five And 58/100 Dollars ($171,155.58), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel B: Beginning At The North 1/4 Post Of Section 20, Town 1 North, Range 10 West; Thence South 88 Degrees 56 Minutes East Along The North Line Of Said Section 334 Feet To The Place Of Beginning; Thence South 88 Degrees 56 Minutes East Along The North Line Of Said Section 331 Feet, Thence South 0 Degrees 30 Minutes 20 Seconds West Parallel With The North And South 1/4 Line Of Said Section 285 Feet, Thence North 88 Degrees 56 Minutes West 331 Feet; Thence North 0 Degrees 30 Minutes 20 Seconds East Parallel To Said North And South 1/4 Line 285 Feet To The Place Of Beginning. Subject To Highway Right Of Way Over The Northerly 33 Feet Thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542065 File #299564F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default has occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by ALICE HAAKSMA, a married woman, of 12711 Sunrise Court, Wayland, Michigan 49348 (“Mortgagor”) to MERCANTILE BANK OF WEST MICHIGAN, NOW KNOWN AS MERCANTILE BANK OF MICHIGAN, a Michigan banking corporation, of 310 Leonard Street, N.W., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 (“Mortgagee”), dated November 15, 2004, recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, on January 3, 2005, Document No. 1139493 and re-recorded with the Barry County, Michigan, Register of Deeds on April 15, 2005, Document No. 1144934. By reason of such default, the undersigned elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of said Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this notice, there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on said Mortgage the sum of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY THREE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED NINETY-SEVEN AND 09/100 DOLLARS ($153,397.09), including interest at $23.87 per diem. No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay said amount, with interest, as provided in said Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public venue to the highest bidder at the East Doors of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, on Thursday, February 4, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. The premises covered by said Mortgage are situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Lot 106: Sunrise Shores No. 2, part of the S 1/2, NW1/4 of Section 30, T3N, R10W, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 42. Commonly known as Vacant Land, Sunrise Court, Wayland, Michigan 49348. PP# 08-16-220106-00. The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. DATED: January 7, 2009 NANTZ, LITOWICH, SMITH, GIRARD & HAMILTON Harold E. Nelson (P-27974) Business Address: 2025 E. Beltline, S.E., Suite 600 Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77541985 (616) 977-0077 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kyle B. Collins aka Kyle Collins and Donna J. Collins, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated May 9, 2007, and recorded on May 25, 2007 in instrument 1181006, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-Five And 47/100 Dollars ($134,775.47), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Bounded on the North by the South line of Philadelphia Street and on the West by the center of Old State Road that Crosses the Thornapple River on the Old Bridge and on the South by Thornapple River, Except: Commencing at a point where the West line of Main Street intersects with the South line of Philadelphia Street; Running thence West 9 Rods and 1 Foot; thence South to the center of the river; thence Easterly along the center of the River to the West line of Main Street, thence North to the place of beginning, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541976 File #297929F01 scored a 48-47 O-K Gold Conference victory over visiting Hastings. The Saxons needed to try to come from behind in the final seconds, because the Trojans put forth their best come-from-behind effort earlier in the second half. Thornapple Kellogg trailed 31-17 at the break, and the Trojans’ full-court pressure defense sparked an 11-1 run in the middle of the fourth quarter. They took their first lead of the game, 44-43, with a minute and a half to play on a floater in the lane by guard Greg Hamilton. “In the second half we talked about the rebounding, and if the ball hit the floor we were going to get it. We weren’t even going to worry about points. If we did those things, the points would come,” said TK head coach Lance Laker. Junior center Jared Stolicker led the Trojans on the glass, pulling down 11 of his 13 rebounds in the second half. He also had four steals on the night and seven points. Hamilton finished with 21 points for the Trojans. “In the second half, their guards I think got inside a little too much,” said Hastings’ head coach Don Schils. “In the first half we did okay, but in the second half Hamilton and (Coley) McKeough got points off their penetration.” McKeough ended the night with nine points, and hit a free throw with 4.5 seconds left to put his team up 48-44, making Heide’s three insignificant. It was especially important because of these rivals’ history. A year ago, the Saxons hit a three at the end of regulation in their league contest in Middleville then went on to win in overtime. Zach Passmore led Hastings on this night with 16 points, and Heide finished with 14. Heide picked up two quick fouls in the middle of the fourth quarter, giving him four for the night, and sending him to the bench. The Saxons’ led by ten when he went to the bench. When he returned with just over five minutes left to play in the game, the Trojan defense had forced enough turnovers to whittle the Saxon lead down to 42-38. “He’s our primary ball handler, and that definitely hurt us, though the guys that are in there can do the job,” Schils said. “As soon as we can learn to execute during pressure, we’ll be fine.” “The thing that made the huge difference was the energy just sort of came from the bench,” Laker said. “You could just sort of feel the energy, like there were 12 guys on the floor.” TK improved to 2-3 in the O-K Gold with the win. Hastings is now 5-4 overall and 1-4 in the conference. The Saxons bounced back Tuesday night with a 56-54 win over visiting Lansing Catholic. Hastings had four players finish in double figures, led by Passmore who had 16 points. He was 8-of-10 at the foul line for the night. Heide, Glaser, and Matt Cathcart had ten points each. The Saxons held on for the win after entering the fourth quarter with a 37-33 victory. Passmore shot more free throws than the entire Cougar team, which was 3-of-7 from the line. Peter Murray led Lansing Catholic on the night with 16 points. Andrew Robeson had 14, and Cliff Farr nine. The Saxons face another non-conference foe Friday, at Battle Creek Lakeview, then return to O-K Gold play next Tuesday at home against South Christian. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. 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The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542136 File #297869F01 SYNOPSIS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Regular Meeting December 9, 2009 Supervisor J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Treasurer D. Newhouse, and Trustee B. Miller. Also present were 17 guests. Pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence for our troops. Agenda was approved as amended. Minutes were presented to the Board and approved. Correspondence reported. MTPP Risk Control Field Rep emailed that the township should not supply public internet access from the Township computer, because it is placing the Township at an unnecessary liability position. Motion made to temporarily remove internet access and computer from public use. Barry County Commissioners Report given. Public comments were received. Park’s Board report was received. Fire Departments reports received and placed on file. Police Departments reports received and placed on file. Treasurer Report was received. Motion passed to use BS&A Internet service for Tax and Assessing Records. Clerk’s report was received. Approved payment of bills as corrected. Motions approved accept Professional Code Inspection Contract for Zoning Administrator and Construction Code Administration for two years. Report on Channel Drive/Ford Point Assessment given. Motion approved for to send four members of the Board to Grand Rapids for the MTA Conference. Motion approved to appoint Jim Grundy as Prairieville Township Trustee. Motion approved to reappoint Joe Tobin and Dave Federinko Planning Commission. Motion approved to accept request from Sexton Scott Adams an additional $100 fee for burials during snow and ice conditions. Motion to accept Barry Mitchell’s quote for snow plowing. Resolution passed requesting Michigan Legislature to adopt State-wide ban on use of Residential fertilizers containing phosphorous. Motion passed to appoint Rebecca Kahler to Parks Commission. Motion passed to terminate the Island City Area EMS contract for ambulance service. Public comments were received. Supervisor Stoneburner, Treasurer Newhouse, Clerk Owens, and Trustee Miller comments received. Meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by: 77542317 Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor �Page 16 — Thursday, January 21, 2010 — The Hastings Banner DK girls hold lead for whole second half at G-A by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Andrea Polley knocked down a shot to put Delton Kellogg up 24-23 in the final minute of the first half, and the Panthers never trailed again Monday night at Galesburg-Augusta. Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ basketball team improved to 6-4 overall and 5-3 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association with a 52-48 victory over the Rams. After the Panthers got the first two buckets of the second half, from Polley and Adrianna Culbert, the Delton lead swung between three and eight points for most of the second of the second half. Delton Kellogg’s Abby Culbert (right) and Carly Boehm try to trap GalesburgAugusta’s Brittany Cochran in the backcourt during the second quarter Monday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Galesburg-Augusta’s Brittany Cochran banked in a three-pointer from the top of the key with 1:13 to play to pull her team to within two points at 48-46, but a put-back basket by Abby Culbert got Delton a little breathing room back. “We didn’t play intimidated. We didn’t play not to make mistakes,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Rick Williams. “We played to do things positively instead of waiting for something negative to happen.” Polley led Delton for the night with 13 points and three assists. Adrianna Culbert finished with nine points, ten rebounds, four steals, and three blocked shots. Kali Tobias chipped in nine points and four rebounds, and Brooke Martin seven points, four assists, and six steals. The Delton guards, led by Hannah Williams, Andrea Polley, and Martin were able to handle the Galesburg-Augusta pressure, and on the other side of things the Panthers were able to wear the Rams down with their defense some. “Our press bothered them without hurting us,” said coach Williams. “We didn’t get a lot of steals, but they didn’t score and they had to deal with it.” Either team could have helped themselves at the free throw line. Delton was just 21-of31 from the stripe for the night, while the Rams went 23-of-31. The Rams are now 5-4 overall this season, and 4-4 in the KVA. Delton had nine different girls score on the night, and the Rams 11. Galesburg-Augusta didn’t have anyone in double figures. Amber Born finished with eight points, and Cochran and Nicole Born had seven each. Kalamazoo Christian had two girls in double figures Friday night, as the Comets knocked off the Panthers at Delton Kellogg High School 49-42. Kayleigh VanKeulen led the way for the Comets finishing with 19 points. She had 13 of them in the third quarter as the Comets were able to cling to the four-point lead they Delton Kellogg’s Kali Tobias slips between a pair of Ram defenders for two points during the third quarter Monday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) came out of the first half with. They led 40-36 heading into the fourth quarter. “We just lost track of her, and she lit it up,” coach Williams said of VanKeulen. Emily Corning would add 13 points for the Comets. Delton got ten points from Polley, eight from Adrianna Culbert, and five each from Alea Hammond and Paige Green. Culbert also had six rebounds, while Williams and The Panthers’ Adrianna Culbert races in for a lay-up during the third quarter of Monday night’s contest at Galesburg-Augusta. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Martin had five each. Williams and Polley both saw limited action because of foul trouble. The Comets struggled at the free throw line, hitting just 17-of-31 attempts, but made 11 more free throws than the Panthers even attempted in the game. Delton Kellogg’s girls will be home for another KVA contest against Pennfield Friday night, then are on the road in the league Tuesday at Parchment. DK can’t carry momentum from win over Comets by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Galesburg-Augusta went on an 18-5 run over the final five and a half minutes Monday night to score a 50-46 over the visiting Delton Kellogg varsity boys’ basketball team in Kalamazoo Valley Association action. The Panthers trailed 12-2 to start the game, Delton Kellogg’s Ryan Watson (right) battles for a rebound with GalesburgAugusta's Dylan Ackley during the first quarter Monday night. 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Hastings, MI 49058 Phone: 269-945-9520 Toll Free: 800-596-1005 Contact us on the web @ www.hoc-mi.com High School. “It’s been a good 15-20 years since we beat these guys.,” Mohn said. “What a huge win for our squad, our school and our community.” Delton Kellogg got 19 points and nine rebounds from Anderson, and 22 points and four rebounds from the sophomore point guard Watson. “(Watson) was dynamite down the stretch,” Mohn said. “He had 17 of his 22 down the stretch, and was 3-of-4 from the free throw line in the fourth quarter with the game on the line.” The one he did miss didn’t hurt. “Gavin Brinley came out of absolutely nowhere and grabbed the offensive rebound,” Mohn said. “We were up two, and he nailed the rebound and that just was a huge, huge rebound. Real proud of him. We had just inserted him in the game, kind of a defensive/offensive kind of thing, and that was probably the game right there.” Rebounding was big all night long, as the Panthers held a 37-17 edge on the boards. Wandell had eight rebounds, to go along with four points, but had an even bigger contribution playing defense. He was key in the Panthers holding Kalamazoo Christian’s leader Tyler DeKoekkoek to 16 points. “He had to earn every one of them,” Mohn said. The Comets also got 14 points from Brandon Cook, and eight from Jorden DeHaan. Delton Kellogg will honor coach Heethuis Friday The Panthers’ Taylor Sewell goes up for a shot over the Rams’ Luke Moreland during the opening quarter of Monday's KVA contest at Galesburg-Augusta High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Rob Heethuis brought the idea of starting an Athletic Hall of Fame to the Delton Kellogg Coaches Committee in the 1990’s, wanting to honor the memory of his wife Val’s brother John Whitledge. Now Heethuis is joining that hall. Delton Kellogg High School will honor Heethuis with induction into its athletic Hall of Fame Friday night between the varsity boys’ and girls’ basketball games against Pennfield. Heethuis is Delton’s all-time winningest varsity football and varsity wrestling coach, and was a varsity track and field assistant to fellow Hall of Fame member Fred Pessell. He taught English and physical education at Delton. The varsity boys’ basketball game is slated to begin at 6 p.m. Friday. Undefeated Olivet coming to Valley THURSDAY, JANUARY 28 77542271 THURSDAY, JANUARY 21 then came back to pull ahead by the end of the first quarter at 14-12. They led by as many as eight points in the second quarter, went into the half up 28-24, and after losing the lead for a brief moment in the third quarter went on a 13-3 run to lead 41-32 with 5:38 to play. “Unbelievable,” was the first thing that popped into the mind of Delton Kellogg head coach Mike Mohn after the game. Despite Delton’s struggles down the stretch, Galesburg-Augusta didn’t take the lead until only 40 seconds remained on a bucket by Max Vanderpool. The Rams’ zone defense slowed down the Delton offense in the second half, limiting penetration and taking away the inside points the Panthers had been pouring in during the first half. Cody Anderson led Delton on the scoreboard with 12 points, but all 12 came in the first half. Jordan Bourdo and Ryan Watson had eight points each for the Panthers. Sophomore guard Mitch Wandell, playing with four fouls, scored the only five Panther points in the final 5:38 of the contest. “We’ve struggled against zones all year, but that wasn’t what hurt us,” Mohn said. “What hurt us were two offensive rebounds and the substitution technical. We play like we’re behind. We’ve got to learn to play with a lead, even though that might not happen very often.” Luke Moreland had the two offensive rebounds for the Rams in the fourth quarter which helped them cut a 43-38 Delton lead down to 45-44. Galesburg eventually tied the game at 46-46 with 1:23 to play on a bucket by Brandon Shirley. Jon Puente led Galesburg-Augusta on the night with 12 points, Dylon Davis had 11 points, and Vanderpool ten. Delton Kellogg is now 3-4 overall this season, and 3-3 in the KVA. The loss was especially disappointing after the Panthers scored league wins over Kalamazoo Christian and Constantine last week. “It’s just playing with unbridled passion and wanting to compete no matter who you play,” Mohn said. “They have to find consistency in their passion.” There was no lack of passion last Friday night, as the Panthers scored a 55-48 victory over Kalamazoo Christian at Delton Kellogg by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions have this whole week to get ready to close out the first half of the Kalamazoo Valley Association season against the Olivet Eagles. Maple Valley’s varsity girls’ basketball team improved to 5-3 in the KVA, and 6-4 overall, with a 51-21 victory at Constantine Friday night. Olivet is 11-0 on the year heading into Friday night’s contest. “They’re a good ball club,” Maple Valley head coach Landon Wilkes said of Olivet. “They’re well coached. They bring back quite a bit from last year. We’ll have to play well and do what we have to do, and not fall into what they want us to do (to have a chance to win).” Olivet will want the Lions to play at their pace. “They’re going to want us to get out and run with them,” Wilkes said. “We’re going to have to take our chances and run when we can, but we have to play our tempo.” That wasn’t something the Lions had to worry too much about Friday night at Constantine. They ran out to a 16-6 lead, and outscored the Falcons 24-4 over the course of the second and third quarters. Constantine didn’t score a point in the third quarter. “We did a lot of little things right,” Wilkes said. “We rebounded the ball fairly well. We attacked the basket. We kind of exploited their weaknesses.” Jennifer Kent led the charge for the Lions with 11 points. Terri Hurosky added 12 points, and Catara Briggs eight. Constantine got 11 points from Lindsay Marks, with nine of those coming in the fourth quarter. “They’re young,” Wilkes said of Constantine. “They’re really young. We’ve got more size than they do. His kids play hard. They’re just young and they’re learning.” The win pushes the Lions’ current win streak to three games. ��Page 18 — Thursday, January 21, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Saxons score first league win since 2008, at TK Hastings’ Gabrielle Shipley (23) works to get around Thornapple Kellogg’s Alyssa Weesie in the post during the third quarter Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The last two wins for the Hastings’ varsity girls’ basketball team in the O-K Gold Conference have come against the Trojans. The Saxons snapped a conference losing streak which lasted a little more than two years Friday night as they topped Thornapple Kellogg in Middleville 34-23. The last time the Saxons won in the league was Jan. 4, 2008, against the Trojans in Hastings. Veronica Hayden, then a freshman and now a junior, led the Saxons to both wins. She was the only player in double figures scoring wise on the night, finishing with 17 points and seven rebounds. “What we have to do is take advantage of match-ups,” said Hastings head coach Steve Laubaugh. “I really felt like Veronica Hayden could be a real force, depending on how they matched up, and we got the match-ups. “Our girls are unselfish. They don’t care who gets the points and tonight they did a solid job of getting her the basketball. And she fouled two girls out pretty much singlehandedly.” Hayden had nine of her 17 points in the fourth quarter. While the Trojans did have some trouble defending Hayden in the post, TK head coach Andy Kopf knew the blame for the loss belonged at the other end of the floor. “It was the offense,” he said. “I’ll take our defense any day. We’ve just got to make some shots. That’s it.” The Trojans were just 8-of-41 shooting from the floor for the night, didn’t hit a single three, and went just 7-of-16 from the foul line. Cassie Holwerda led the TK offense with six points, and Kenzie Webster added five. Behind Hayden for Hastings, Kayla Vogel chipped in eight points and six rebounds, and Gabrielle Shipley had six points, eight rebounds, and four steals. TK led 7-6 after one quarter, but didn’t get a single field goal the entire second quarter. The lone Trojan points of the period came on a pair of free throws from Webster with 16.1 seconds remaining before the half. The Saxons outscored the Trojans 11-2 in the quarter to take a 17-9 lead into the half. “When we started, when I took over our program, I said if you can commit to playing defense you will be competitive in every game and these girls are doing that. That’s the kind of defense we can play,” Laubaugh said. Both teams had their struggles scoring points. Hastings’ didn’t get its first points of the second half for nearly five minutes. TK went on a 5-0 run to start the third quarter, to pull within 17-14, but Hastings closed the quarter with a 6-0 run of its own. “You hold teams in the thirties, you’re hoping to win those games,” Kopf said. “The girls played awesome defensively. You can’t fault them for that.” Hastings is now 4-6 overall this season, and 1-4 in the O-K Gold. The win snapped a six-game losing streak for the Saxons. They return to action Friday night at home against Godwin Heights. The Saxons’ Meghan VanZyl tries to slow down Thornapple Kellogg’s Kenzie Webster late in the fourth quarter Friday night at TKHS. (Photo by Brett Bremer) TK girls overtake Gold foes in third round of jamboree The defending O-K Gold Conference champions from Thornapple Kellogg took top honors at the first conference competitive cheer jamboree of the season last Wednesday. The Trojans outscored second-place Caledonia by almost 13 points at Wayland Union High School, pulling in front with a round three score of 310.5. The top four teams, TK, Caledonia, Catholic Central, and Hastings were all within 11 points of each other heading into round three. The Cougars, who finished third, actually had a six-point lead over TK and Caledonia heading into the final round. The Fighting Scots outscored Catholic Central 297.3 to 286.9 in the third round to pull into second place, while Hastings managed just a 269.6 in round three to end up in fourth place. TK finished with a final tally of 728.5120 points. Caledonia was second with 715.7982, followed by Catholic Central 713.3712, Hastings 685.4280, and Wayland 665.2276. Catholic Central had the highest scores of the day in each of the first two rounds, a 216.6 in round one and a 209.8712 in round two. TK had a 210.8 in round one, and 207.2120 in round two. Caledonia’s girls scored a 214.2 to start things off and a 204.2982 in the second round. Hastings started things off with a 211.1 in round one, then scored a 204.7280 in the second round. The league was slated to get together again last night at Grand Rapids Catholic Central. The Trojans followed up that performance by winning their own TK Invite Saturday in Middleville. Thornapple Kellogg bested second-place Hastings by over 50 points to win the title, finishing with a final score of 712.5110. Hastings tallied a 661.8560. The Trojans scored a 213.7 in round one, 193.6110 in round two, and a 305.2 in round three. Hastings had a 204.8 in round one, 193.5560 in round two, and a 263.5 in round three. Allendale was third in the varsity competition with a final score of 635.5566, followed by Wayland 627.2532, Lowell 622.2992, Tri County 539.2376, and Rogers 524.7000. Hastings won the junior varsity competition with a score of 573.9944, with Thornapple Kellogg placing second at 538.7978. Thornapple Kellogg’s Orange team took the middle school title with a score of 340.0100. Valley wrestling team still unbeaten in its conference Maple Valley’s varsity wrestling team improved to 3-0 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association with a 75-6 win over outmanned Galesburg-Augusta Wednesday night. The Rams only fielded half a line-up, and the Maple Valley boys won at six of the seven flights that were contested. The Lions’ piled up pins in the middle weights, with Waylon Eaton at 130 pounds, Wade Eaton 135, Tyler Franks at 140, and Cash Flower 145 all putting their opponents on their backs for six points. Jimmy Brown also had a pin for the Lions at 171. Maple Valley’s other victory came at 103 pounds, where Justice Cranson topped Sam Matties 7-1. Cody Myers (112), Zack Baird (119), Vincente Araujo (125), James Samann (152), Rodney Bement (160), Alejandro Reid (189), and Jon Reid (215) earned the forfeit wins for Maple Valley. The Lions also pulled out a 46-32 non-conference victory over Pittsford on the evening at Galesburg-Augusta. Maple Valley won most of the lightweight competitions, while Pittsford was best in the heavyweights. Baird at 119 pounds, Wade Eaton at 135, and Franks at 140 all scored pins for Maple Valley, while Flower added an 11-2 major decision at 145 pounds. Myers at 112, Araujo at 125, Waylon Eaton at 130, and Steven Creller at 285 won against voids in the Pittsford line-up. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-01-28.pdf bdd3e824e3c449891675070dab906edd PDF Text Text Residents speak out in local letters Voters send message: Jobs No. 1 Saxons take Gold lead with win at TK See letters on Pages 4 and 5 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 18 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 4 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 NEWS BRIEFS Quiet on the set! Too much press could kill any potential film deals Woodland group to meet Thursday Woodland residents and business owners interested in the Woodland village project will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, at the Lions Den on Main Street in Woodland. Previous meetings have discussed the possibility of applying for grants to add lighting, banners and planters, along with remodeling building facades and improving the appearance of the alley. Clothing drive in Orangeville Members of Orangeville Community Outreach have organized a clothing drive. Clothing can be dropped off at the township hall Friday, Jan. 29, from 9 to 11 a.m. and from 3 to 5 p.m. For the clothing drive, the OCO is collecting men’s, women’s, and children’s clothes. Any seasonal clothing, especially extra coats and boots, will be appreciated. On Saturday, Jan. 30, the clothing will be made available for all who need from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the township hall. Any items remaining after the Jan. 30 event will be given to Goodwill. The Orangeville Township hall is at 7350 Lindsey Road, Orangeville. For more information, contact Marlene at 269664-4369 or Mark at 616-813-6975. Meth awareness program planned The Orangeville Fire Department, along with Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force, Barry-Eaton District Health Department and the Michigan State Police will host an awareness class to help educate the public on the effects methamphetamine has on the community. The free presentation will be Thursday, Feb. 4, at 7 p.m. at the Orangeville Township Hall at 7350 Lindsey Road. The presentation will review the effects, signs and symptoms of methamphetamine use, how to recognize its hazards in the community and how to help prevent problems associated with it. Residents of Orangeville and surrounding townships or anyone interested in keeping the communities drug-free and safe is encouraged to attend. Walk for Warmth needs volunteers With the help of generous donors, Community Action’s annual Walk for Warmth makes it possible for lowincome, elderly and disabled families and individuals to stay warm during the winter months through its emergency utility assistance program. This year marks the 25th anniversary of Walk for Warmth, and, more than ever, Community Action needs sponsors and participants to help keep area families warm. On Saturday, Feb. 27, the Walk aims to raise $10,000 in Barry County. Businesses can sponsor the Walk for Warmth through a monetary donation, or by donating goods or services toward participant door prizes. Participants can help by forming teams, recruiting friends and coworkers, collecting pledges and walking in the event. For more information, visit www.caascm.org/walkforwarmth.htm or contact Bev Newton, community resource manager, at 269-948-4260. PRICE 75¢ Thursday, January 28, 2010 A welder works on a beam for the planned casino. Gun Lake casino begins to take shape by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Four months after a groundbreaking ceremony was held in Wayland Township, near US-131 and M-179, for a casino to be owned and operated by the Match-E-Be-Nash-SheWish Band of Potawatomi Indians, the superstructure for the casino is nearly complete. James Nye, president of Nye and Associates, the public relations firm representing the group also known as the Gun Lake Tribe, explained that construction of the planned casino is slightly ahead of schedule because of a mild winter. “Thus far, the construction has gone very well,” he said Tuesday. As previously reported, the casino will be built in phases, with the first phase to feature 1,200 slot machines, 36 table games, an entertainment lounge, a bar, a 24-hour restaurant with seating for 300 and a food court with three outlets. The structure is to measure 83,000 square feet and cost $157 million. After more than 10 years of setbacks and legal battles that went as far as the U.S. Supreme Court, the casino is expected to be open to the public by late summer. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Although the local television and print media have been flooded this week with rumors that DreamWorks Studios may be filming a portion of “Real Steal,” a sciencefiction film starring Hugh Jackman, in West Michigan — possibly even Hastings and Barry County — the studio has made no such commitments. Scouts from DreamWorks did indeed visit Hastings and Barry County last month looking at the Barry County Courthouse, Charlton Park and other area locations. However, there have been no new developments, according to Rick Hert, commissioner with the West Michigan Film Office, a non-profit partner of the West Michigan Tourism Association based in Grand Rapids, dedicated to bringing the film industry to this side of the state. “We’ve had no updates. At this point, they are just scouting, so it’s really a non-story that shouldn’t have come out yet,” said Hert. “Too much press at this point can get in the way of a studio making a commitment to filming in a certain area. We don’t talk about it until a studio tells us we can talk about it, and usually it is the studio that will issue the press release.” Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Alliance President Valerie Byrnes agreed with Hert. “We have had no indication from DreamWorks that a selection has been made,” she said. “I think that once information came out about what movie was being filmed and who was going to be in it, everyone started pushing and wanted to be the first to break the news about where it was going to be filmed. “DreamWorks has not disclosed any infor- “It’s really a non-story that shouldn’t have come out yet.” Rick Hert, Commissioner, West Michigan Film Office mation to any of the partners, and they won’t until the time they’ve made a decision,” added Byrnes. Hert said that the media’s attempts to get a scoop may have a negative impact on a studio’s decision to film in the area. “I’ve been doing this for 30 years, 20 years in the film industry, and I know that something like this can blow the deal,” he added. “All of sudden, if you have too much attention and too many people converging on a location, it can cause security and other issues.” Hert said he understands that people are excited about a the potential of a big-budget, $80 million film shooting in West Michigan but asks that everyone “ramp it down.” “We don’t want anything to get in the way of a studio’s decision to come to West Michigan,” he said Wednesday morning. “If we are successful recruiting, great. Then we can potentially make it into a story. But, a lot of times they prefer a story come out after they have come and gone so nothing gets in the way of filming.” “We are working closely with the West Michigan Film Office,” said Byrnes. “We are in regular contact with [them]. We are actively looking for any opportunity to bring film production to West Michigan, including this specific movie, as well as any other that may come along.” Hert said that despite the recent media frenzy of speculation, he has been pleased with his interactions with the City of Hastings, the Barry County Chamber of Commerce and the community. “It has been a great pleasure working with the people in Barry County,” he said. Carlton Township sewer project ready to break ground by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer It’s full steam ahead for the Leach and Middle lakes sewer project in Carlton Township. According to Carlton Township Supervisor Brad Carpenter, who gave a report to the Hastings City Council Monday night, ground could be broken on the project, which will extend sewer service from the city of Hastings to the lake area, as early as Friday. Approximately four years ago Carpenter approached City officials about an agreement that would allow the city to extend sanitary sewer service to a special assessment district in the township. “There’s been a lot that has happened over the last couple of years, and I want to bring you up to speed on the process,” said Carpenter, who explained that the project started several years ago when residents came to the township and requested sewer service. “About four years ago I cornered Stevens Consulting, and their specialty was engineered systems— cluster-type systems, on-site systems. We didn’t know at that time that we would even attempt to come into the city, so we went ahead and started looking into cluster systems.” Carpenter said the township sent out surveys to residents to determine the level of interest in a sewer system. “We then found out that there were some really serious problems that residents were willing to disclose through that survey... about 10 percent of the people said that if it rained, they couldn’t flush their toilet. We had high nitrates in the wells. We had wells under 25 feet deep. We had septic systems below the water table. We had many, many systems where the septic and the well were right on top of each other — either their neighbor’s or their own — they didn’t have the necessary setback required by the health department. So, we knew we had issues.” Carpenter said the challenge was to find a way to make a sewer system affordable to township residents. He said the township applied for an received a grant from the state’s [state revolving] fund (SRF) to pay for 90 percent of the project grant. “That was the first victory for us,” he said “We had public information meetings and presented [the information] to the residents. We had several meetings, some the health department was involved in and disclosed a lot of very valuable information that showed the health risks that were out there with the lakes.” It was shortly after receiving the grant that the township first approached the city to explore the possibility of obtaining service from the municipality. Information and a request for commitment letters were sent to residents in the area of the township being considered for a special assessment district. “Carlton Township isn’t a wealthy township by any means; we struggle along with the revenue sharing we get from the state, which isn’t half enough,” Carpenter told Hastings City Council members. “So, without any money, we were trying to figure out a way to move this process forward. “We came up with the idea to do a split assessment district. If these people were serious about a sewer project, let them pay for the planning and engineering, which would give us the cost of the project. “We got 73 percent, at that time, signed SEWER PROJECT, continued on page 2 County approves ballot language for Charlton Park millage by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At its meeting Tuesday, the Barry County Board of Commissioners voted 6-1 in favor of approving proposed language for a ballot that will go before Barry County voters in May renew a millage for Historic Charlton Park that was approved in 2007. Chairman Robert Houtman, Vice Chairman Craig Stolsonburg and commissioners Michael Bremer, Michael Callton, Howard “Hoot” Gibson, Don Nevins and Jeff VanNortwick formed the majority, while Commissioner Joe Lyons cast the dissenting vote. According to the ballot language, the proposed levy of .2259 mills, if approved by voters, would be in effect through 2016 and provide just under $420,000 in funds for the operation and maintenance of the park the first year it is in effect. “It is estimated that a property owner in Barry County with a taxable value of $50,000 will pay $11.30 in the first calendar year of the levy,” the ballot language reads. Last year, the board passed a motion allowing the millage to be voted on in May, instead of August, a more traditional time for such an issue to be decided on by voters. During the May election, residents also will cast votes for school board candidates in some of the county’s school systems. Maple Valley and Lakewood have opted for November elections for their respective boards of education. Callton explained that, because the proposed millage would be voted on at the same time school board elections were being held, the approximate cost of holding elections on both issues — estimated at about $40,000 — must be paid with funds from the park, instead of funds from area school systems. “It just comes out of a different pocket, but the public will pay no more taxes, based on that $40,000,” he said. Charlton Park Director Keith Ferris explained that the cost of the election would specifically be paid with money earned from events held at the park. Representatives of the park supported holding the election in May, he said, because that the month would provide the proposed millage with more exposure in the midst of school board elections than August would allow for. “The thought process was that it stood a better chance in May, only because of the number of possible candidates that will have ‘air time,’ signs on the road — that sort of thing,” he said. Ferris echoed Callton, saying, “Either way, the public would pay for that May election.” Contrary to Callton’s and Ferris’ com- ments, Lyons said he was not in favor of the proposed language for several reasons, including those related to the prospect of the election being paid for with park funds, the proposed month of the election and the proposed duration of the possible millage. “I don’t care what argument anybody has for where that $40,000 comes from; it comes from the taxpayers,” he said. “I just feel that, if this millage was held in August, it would stand a better chance of passing ... I’m all for (Historic) Charlton Park, but not this way.” In other business, the board unanimously adopted a resolution to raise several fees associated with Barry County Animal Control, including the organization’s adoption fees, which were raised from $15 to $20 per dog and from $8 to $10 per cat. Other fees increases were those charged to MILLAGE, continued on page 10 �Page 2 — Thursday, January 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Hastings Manufacturing head shares insight on auto industry by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At the Jan. 18 meeting of the Hastings Rotary Club, Fred Cook, president and CEO of Hastings Manufacturing, a leading producer of automotive piston and compression rings, spoke about the current state of the automotive industry and its future. He began by talking about the upheaval that America’s recent recession caused for domestic car manufacturers. “In the U.S., the recession that started late 2007 had a profound impact in the industry,” said Cook. “America’s car and light-truck market dropped in 2008 to approximately 13.2 million units for the year, down about 3 million units from what was sold in 2007.” According to Cook, domestic car and lighttruck sales for 2009 totaled about 10 million, 700,000 of which utilized the “Cash for Clunkers” program, otherwise known as the Car Allowance Rebate System. Describing the recent performance of the automotive industry on a global scale, Cook explained that according to estimates from Scotiabank, 50 million cars and light trucks were sold around the world in 2008, about 5 million less than were sold the year before. In 2009, global sales of such vehicles rose to about 55 million, he added. “Low labor costs and increasing product quality in China threaten our plants located in high-cost nations like the U.S. China’s become the world’s largest car market.” “Outside of the United States, Japan didn’t fare much better,” he said. “The Japanese government came to the aid of Toyota, and carmakers throughout Europe and Asia are still seeking concessions or other financial incentives in order to stay afloat.” While some automotive manufacturers have suffered in recent years, Cook explained that others, like those based out of Brazil, China, India, Korea and Mexico, achieved successes during that time, which will lead to more competition in both the domestic and global marketplaces. “Inexpensive cars manufactured in China will soon be on the market in the United States,” he said. “The question is not whether China will export cars and trucks, but whether Fred Cook speaks about the national and global automotive industry at the Jan. 18 meeting of the Hastings Rotary Club. consumers will be convinced that they offer safety and reliability. I don’t know whether anyone’s ever been in a Hyundai or a Kia in the last year, but I have a hard time telling the difference between a Hyundai and a Mercedes-Benz.” Cook elaborated on China’s role in the automotive industry, adding, “Low labor costs and increasing product quality in China threaten our plants located in high-cost nations like the U.S. China’s become the world’s largest car market.” According to Cook, in order for companies such as Chrysler Group, Ford and General Motors to compete with automotive manufacturers based outside the country, those three companies need to make changes that, among other things, will allow them to further embrace efficiency. “The industry’s in need of a structural change,” he said. “The big automakers need to take on board the reality that the current business model doesn’t work. It needs to be completely re-thought and re-designed around the central pillar of efficiency. It’s become imperative to achieve a level of critical mass, which will produce significant economies of scale and enable continued investment in development of new products.” Cook explained that a global perspective also is necessary for representatives of those automotive manufacturers that wish to succeed now and in the future. “Designers need to focus ... globally on products,” he said. “The designers need to focus on what the global economy wants to Rotary aids education with pancakes by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Hastings Rotary Club served more than 400 pancake dinners Tuesday, Jan. 26, as they raised funds to help education in Hastings. The cafeteria at Hastings High School was filled with delicious aromas as Rob Deming and Ken Witker started cooking the pancakes. Gordon Cove got the sausages ready to put on the plates. According to incoming president Norman Barlow, the club has been serving up pan- cakes for more than 40 years. “I have helped as far back as I can remember,” said Barlow, adding that he was part of this year’s setup crew. Current President Brad Johnson said he enjoyed meeting this year’s diners. He started filling plates with pancakes at 4:30 p.m. Members of the club will be putting notes together to make sure that the 2011 pancake supper is even more fun and delicious for everyone. Gordon Cove was in charge of cooking the sausages. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Hastings Rotary Club President Brad Johnson serves the first pancake dinner (it was take-out) to Barry County Commissioner Mike Callton. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Hastings Rotary Club President-elect Norman Barlow and his wife, Carole, are among the early diners at the annual pancake dinner Jan. 26. (Photo by Patricia Johns) As soon as the doors opened, pancake lovers were ready to help the Hastings Rotary Club raise funds for education, including teen leadership, in the community. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Ken Witker (back) and Rob Deming cook up pancakes. More than 400 pancake dinners were sold. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Servers in the first shift of the 2010 Rotary Pancake dinner are (from left) Brad Johnson, Michelle Skedgell and the club’s newest member Amanda Malik. (Photo by Patricia Johns) buy. You will not see a new car tooled anymore that can’t be sold world-wide and produced concurrently in several spots in the world.” Elaborating on other procedures that successful automotive manufacturers must now practice, Cook added that production must be more tailored to fit demand. “The other structural problem that’s been amplified by the current crisis is the issue of production over capacity and, to a lesser extent, that production being in the wrong place ...,” he said. “GM, Ford and Chrysler, even now, have the capacity and manufacturing space and, unfortunately, the people to make 300 percent more cars than they can sell.” Cook added that, as a state of business owners and employees, Michigan also must be restructured to reflect changes similar to those experienced by the automotive industry. “Michigan can’t live by its own set of economic rules,” he said. “Manufacturing operation and competitive markets can’t ignore the competition, can’t blame consumers, can’t blame the media for its problems. And a labor union can’t price itself consistently above the competition’s labor and expect its employees to remain viable or relevant. Michigan can’t expect those states whose people don’t live and work inside the bubble surrounding Detroit’s auto industry to accept its expectations for pay, benefits and resistance to change: a sense of entitlement being Michigan.” SEWER PROJECT, continued from front commitment letters in support,” he added. “So, we went ahead and started the first of the two special assessment district, and that was for three years ... During the engineering ... we went ahead and approached Hastings Township, Waste Management. Our request was to make the system a little bit bigger so that we could make it more affordable. We also studied the possibility of including Indian Hills, and doing an alternate route going through Indian Hills, going across State Road and picking up Carter and Algonquin Lake. That fell to the side.” The project plan was submitted in July 2008 to the DEQ and SRF for possible funding and rating on a priority list. The submission was denied for lack of final agreements. “I think [the city council] is very aware of that since we went through that process together,” said Carpenter. “After that time, several agreements, resolutions were executed over the next year between the city, the townships, the county which included the limited service agreement, which is now going to be the blueprint for any future additions, if other lakes or entities want to come into the city, they can use that as an example. There is a lot of work that went into that.” Carpenter said that by the end of 2008, the township realized that the project might qualify for federal stimulus money. “We were talking — it is called principal forgiveness — we were talking 20 to possibly 24 percent, it depends on how you could be rated on the priority list as far as a needed project,” he said. “We went ahead and came to you at that time and we said, ‘We really have a sense of urgency here. We really have to move. We have to, by July 1, 2009, have everything in place. Engineering had to be 100 percent and then we could possibly apply for these things.’ And, we got a lot of help from you guys as far as moving that along.” Carpenter said that township next secured the county as a bond consult because the township did not have enough financial clout on its own. The township submitted its second request to the DEQ July 1, 2009. “In that request, we were asking for a 2.5 interest rate for 20 years, and we were also asking for principal forgiveness,” he said. “Across the state, there were a couple hundred entities that applied for this money. I think the state could fund about 28. Out of those 28, we ended up being rated as the sixth project. So, it put us in pretty good position to get at least the 2.5 percent interest. We learned in August that not only did we receive the 2.5 percent interest for 20 years, we also received the principal forgiveness for the project in the amount of 40 percent. “I can hardly tell you how speechless I became when I got that news,” said Carpenter. “We had worked so hard to make this affordable to the residents that all of a sudden this became an amazing reality ... it was a pretty exciting time.” The project was put out for bids in August. “To top everything off, because of the economy and the need for work for a lot of contractors ... our three lowest bids were within $300,000 of each other. We ended up awarding the contract to GVL Excavating out of Moline, and they were $1.5 million under the engineer’s estimate. So, when you look at the big picture, we are $1.5 million under the estimate, we got 40 percent stimulus, we got a grant that paid 90 percent of the project plan, we have the partnership with Hastings township, we have Waste Management that’s coming into this project and is willing to pay for between 17 to 19 percent of the pipeline cost for the project — it all of a sudden becomes very affordable.” Carpenter said that for Carlton Township residents in the special assessment district, it ended up costing $10,355, financed over 20 SEWER PROJECT, continued on page 8 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 28, 2010 — Page 3 Leadership 2010 begins: Be the ‘one’ to create change by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the 2010 Leadership Barry County class were encouraged Friday, Jan. 22, to be the “one” to create change for the community and in their own lives. Speaking to the group were LBC Advisory Board President Mike Bremer, keynote speaker chiropractor Trent Tilton and LBC Director Jennifer Richards. Class members Janine Dalman, Daemeon Richards, Anita Henderson, Ryan Rose, Janette Dean, Randy Hart, Megan Lavell, Sunny Andersen, Ross Sprague, Nicole Rybiski, Dallas Swinehart, Ashley Ulberg, Cindy Collins, Brent Cowan, Rebecca Quist, Emily Wilke, Korrin Ayers and Brian McDonald had an opportunity to meet each other and begin the leadership process Friday afternoon before having dinner with alumni. Tilton used humor and quotations from Ayn Rand to Albert Einstein, exhorting his audience to be their best selves. He also encouraged them to improve their posture to improve their outlook on life. He presented each member of the class and the 40 others attending the kick-off dinner with a book, One, which asks on its front cover, “How many people does it take to make a difference?” During his talk, Tilton continued that encouragement to be the one to make change. He also encouraged all members of the new class to work cooperatively because that is more effective and productive than being selfish. Alumni from the LBC Class of 2009 shared their community service project with the Class of 2010, which will be selecting a oneday effort in the greater community. Members of the class of 2009 each read to children in schools across Barry County and then worked to update the children’s room Putnam Public Library in Nashville as their one-day effort. In addition, the new class saw the Charity House project done by the Class of 2008 which is a bottle and can recycling site in Hastings designed for nonprofit agencies to redeem the cans left there on a designated basis. Leadership Barry County will redeem the cans in March this year. Richards closed the evening by thanking the alumni and friends of Leadership Barry County for giving the new class a great start. Anyone who would like to learn more about attending the LBC class of 2011 may contact Richards at the Barry Community Foundation at 269-945-0526. Mike Bremer welcomes members of the Leadership Barry County Class of 2010 to the kick-off dinner. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Gun Lake casino begins to take shape Youth Advisory Council members who are part of the Leadership Barry County Class are Nicole Rybiski from Hastings High School and Dallas Swinehart from Thornapple Kellogg High School. (Photos by Patricia Johns) Trent Tilton serves as keynote speaker. In the background, a construction worker balances on one of the structure’s beams. Leadership Barry County Director Jennifer Richards helps everyone understand the leadership process. Members of the Leadership Barry County Class of 2010 are (front row, from left) Ross Sprague, Dallas Swinehart, Randy Hart, Korrin Ayers, (center) Anita Henderson, Sunny Andersen, Ashley Ulberg, Rebecca Quist, Nicole Rybiski, Cindy Collins, Janette Dean (back) Janine Dalman, Megan Lavell, Brent Cowan, Daemeon Richards, Brian McDonald, Ryan Rose and Emily Wilke. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Assembly of the framework for the planned casino nears completion. Hastings alumni group looking for class reps The Hastings High School Alumni Association Board of Directors is looking for class representatives for this year’s anniversary classes (celebrated every fifth year and listed below) from Hastings High School who would like to participate in the May 29 Alumni Banquet. This would give classmates from the anniversary classes reserved tables at the banquet so they can sit together and a spot on the program with a class responder. The anniversary classes for 2010 are: 2005 (5 years); 2000 (10 yrs.), 1995 (15 yrs.), 1990 (20 yrs.), 1985 (25 yrs.), 1980 (30 yrs.), 1975 (35 yrs.), 1970 (40 yrs.), 1965, 45 yrs.) 1960 (50 yrs.), 1955 (55 yrs.), 1950 (60 yrs.), 1945 (65 yrs.), 1940 (70 yrs.), 1935 (75 yrs.) and 1930 (80 yrs.). Amid wind and snow, a construction worker affixes sheeting to the structure. Construction workers use lifts to reach various levels of the structure. Duties of anniversary class representatives are to contact their classmates to make plans for attending the banquet and for their own class reunion activities, and coordinate the banquet attendees with the alumni board. The board would help with the cost of one mailing regarding class reunion and alumni banquet details. The board can also reserve classrooms in the area around the Hastings High cafeteria, where the banquet is held, for use by the anniversary classes during the afternoon prior to the banquet for classmates to gather, if they choose. Anniversary class representatives or any individual who might want to work with their class in regards to attending the banquet are asked to attend planning sessions at the alum- Urologist joins medical staff at Pennock William Marquis, M.D., a board certified urologist, has joined the medical staff of Pennock Health Services. Dr. Marquis brings 35 years of experience to Hastings and is practicing out of the Urology Associates office, located on the second floor of the Physician Center at Pennock in Hastings. He completed his medical degree and three-year urology residency at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. Marquis previously practiced in Grand Rapids before coming to Hastings. Currently, he works three days a week, but the office provides services five days a week. “The community is very fortunate to have a physician of Dr. Marquis’ caliber available locally,” said Jim Wincek, Pennock’s vice president of operations. “His many years of successful experience speak well to his new patients.” Marquis provides complete urological services for both men and women, and also offers pediatric care. He is located at 1005 W. William Marquis, M.D. Green St., and he can be reached by calling 269-945-3606. ni board meetings. The next meeting is set for Sunday, Feb. 28 at 2 p.m. The board will meet again on the fourth Sundays from March through May. Every year, the alumni board of directors honors ‘every fifth year’ anniversary classes with special recognition to the 50th class. The classmates attending from those classes along with their class responders are a major part of the banquet and program. "It is imperative that the anniversary class representatives work with the alumni board in advance of the banquet to plan for food, seating, the program and for classroom use during the afternoon prior to the banquet for classmates to gather," says Board President Donna Brown. "We need to know numbers of people attending in advance and if a class does not let us know in advance, we cannot reserve tables for them. If a class chooses to have a class responder, we need to know that in advance to place the responder in the banquet program." All Hastings High School alumni are invited to attend the banquet. "Every class can have its own reunion, but the alumni banquet is truly unique with all alumni gathering together. The banquet is a great place to meet old friends and enjoy camaraderie between all classes," Brown said. The banquet will be held Saturday, May 29 at the Hastings High cafeteria with a punch bowl at 4:30 p.m.. and dinner at 5:30 p.m., followed by the program. More information about the banquet will be published at a later date. Class representatives, individuals from the anniversary classes, or any interested parties should contact Donna Brown at 269-9482790 or donnabrown21@sbcglobal.net for further information and to attend a planning/ board meeting. �Page 4 — Thursday, January 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Finger points back at own group To the editor: Referencing the Jan. 14 Hastings Banner, I would like to answer the questions from a member of the Citizens for Common Sense (CCS). This person needs to know that letters to the editor are opinions. As the Prairieville Recall Committee (PRC) has tried to explain, on numerous occasions, our source of information has been — and is from — the township files, letters, e-mails, financial statements, etc. All are public records and should be open to the public. The “someone” the CCS member refers to is one of his own group, whose letter appeared in the Kalamazoo Gazette, View Point Nov. 27, 2009. Stating the PRC “was upset that one of their own lost her re-election bid for township clerk (this was never an issue) and because the board fired a police officer for failing to do the job arresting a drunk driver a few minutes after being stopped.” The real truth is, this man was not intoxicated. We don’t need to make false accusations as CCS would have people believe. We don’t have to make up falsehoods; we have copies of the paper work, and it is against the law to change this kind of record. Yes, Officer Mark D. Doster gave us per- mission to use the facts pertaining to him, regarding the township’s illegal, wrongful termination of his job. I also wish that if someone is going to quote me, they would at least use the whole content of that quote, Dec. 31, 2009, Hastings Banner. Since he didn’t, I will: “This whole recall started over the illegal firing of Officer Mark Doster. The more our committee looked into the situation, we found more violations of the Open Meetings Act and mismanagement than was ever thought of.” Members of the PRC have serious concerns about what has been going on at the Prairieville Township Hall. To our knowledge, no one from the CCS has inquired or done their own investigation of just what has taken place in the township. I for one would like to see their paperwork and the dated FOIA receipts. Thirty-nine years of experience was lost to the public when the newly re-elected treasurer and two deputies resigned at the same time. It is my understanding an investigation was asked for and the supervisor never perused it. Actions like this lead me to believe something is amiss. Sharon Ford, Plainwell Delton schools can make cuts elsewhere To the editor: In our last Banner, Jan. 21, it told about declining enrollment and budget problems at Delton Kellogg schools, and about renting out the elementary school. I think it’s pretty gutsy to say that the community won’t have a say because the decision has been made. Who do they think they are? If we are having budget problems, why was a middle eastern dance coach hired? I don’t think we need sports in the lower grades. We could save money for coaches there. I think maybe jayvee and varsity sports are important. If they would also weed out assistants to everyone, would save a lot also. I think “nice-job notes” for the outside custodial services were a kick in the teeth to the local people they got rid of. I think Delton schools are being run by people who are rulers who can do anything they want. It sure sounds like it. Zelma Armintrout, Delton Politicians, acting like ‘good people,’ resolved issue To the editor: There are enough negative comments and criticisms about politicians that I thought a positive letter about three of our own might be welcome. A local resident recently had a problem involving some bureaucratic foot-dragging and finger-pointing that was brought to our attention in our business. Our staff offered to look up addresses, phone numbers and fax numbers for our state officials and to type a letter about their situation to see if things could get straightened out. Letters were written to state representatives Rick Jones and Brian Calley. Another letter was written to the Director of the Michigan Department of Community Health in Lansing, Janet Olzewski. Rep. Jones personally called the resident himself and offered to make some calls to try and get things resolved. Rep. Calley’s Legislative Assistant Ben Geiger, who is also a candidate for and native to the 5th Commissioner District in Barry County, covering the Woodland and Nashville areas, made several communications with his constituent and several phone calls to different state agencies. MDCH Director Olzewski apparently never got the letter or didn’t bother to call back. Brian Calley is running for State Senator for counties north of Barry. While he is a “lame-duck” representative for Barry County, he has always been responsive and attentive to the needs and concerns of Barry County residents. While Ben Geiger may now be an assistant to Calley, he showed the willingness to care and make the extra efforts that are possible when one knows the inner workings of where he works. Rep. Jones was polite, concise and appropriately ticked off at the inanity of what this future constituent was suffering at the hands of Lansing bureaucrats. Their collective efforts made a simple thing that had become mired in bureaucratic nonsense and technicalities a simple thing again because they simply took the time to make an effort. This resident was most appreciative when things got resolved. It didn’t involve special favors or backdoor deals or anything other than what our government was based on. It was good to see capable local politicians act like good people working for the people, when there are so many other examples of politicians acting as anything but. Shane McNeill, Nashville Voters send a message to administration: Jobs are No. 1 In 1992, presidential candidate Ross Perot wrote in his book, United We Stand, “For years I watched with concern as the national debt mounted and our competitive position declined. I collected news items, government reports, outside critiques and editorial opinions that told the story step-by-step and instance-by-instance. I listened to thousands of people in and out of government. These people have good, solid, practical ideas about how to solve our country’s problems and put it on the right path.” He went on to say, “Unless we take action now, our nation may confront a situation similar to the Great Depression — and maybe even worse. Our economic growth has been sluggish for nearly two decades. The unemployment numbers remain depressing, while the Federal Reserve worries about inflation. The institutions we depend on to preserve our financial security are shaky. If they fail, millions of people will be devastated. Banks are already weak. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), which we as taxpayers guarantee, may incur liabilities greater than those from the recent savings and loan crisis. In other words, our economy is perched on the edge of a cliff. Either we work together to climb back to safety, or we must brace ourselves for potential disaster.” It was Perot’s insight into what was happening in America more than 18 years ago that convinced him that we needed a plan to stimulate discussion and debate to create a road map that would serve the country and then implement it. “We want action, not words,” he said. That’s really what the voters in Massachusetts said last week to our young president when they rejected a Democratic candidate to replace former Sen. Ted Kennedy, a position he had held for decades that should have been a slam-dunk for any Democratic candidate. It maybe true that Martha Coakley ran a lackluster campaign against Republican Candidate Scott Brown, but Brown’s down-to-earth-concern-for-taxpayers campaign put him over the top, sending a message to political leadership: The economic conditions of the country must take center stage over any and all other issues. Based on recent polling, Americans were concerned with the direction the new administration was taking us. There’s a growing mistrust of government, and most voters feel jobs are the most important issue facing this country. They’re concerned about health care, banking, our financial stability, energy issues, the automotive industry and education. But if they don’t have jobs, none of the rest will matter much. For those who have jobs, their biggest concerns are about losing their jobs and their homes. Being able to keep their kids in college, Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Descendant appreciates efforts being made To the editor: As was published in this paper, the story of our great grandfather, William M. Scudder, an undersheriff from Barry County, was killed while serving a warrant in Rutland Township. This story has been a great source of pride in our family. We have known this story all of our lives. In the 1990s, I was visiting my uncle William Lyle Scudder who told me stories of Hastings and Barry County. Once, just before he died, he said that the Barry County Sheriff’s office did not recognize the death of William Scudder as an officer killed in the line of duty. In 1884 my uncle told me that he went to the sheriffs’ office and talked to a previous sheriff who had no interest in pursuing this matter. I do not know what evidence Lyle Scudder showed him. Since I am getting older and know that I would be the last person who could make this right, I took a copy of the original story printed in the Hastings Banner on May 15, 1884, the story of the watch and other papers to the sheriffs’ office and gave them to a sheriff’s deputy. He was surprised and said he had never heard of this. I asked him if he would give it to Sheriff Dar Leaf. The next day Sheriff Leaf called me and asked if I would meet with him and a reporter from the Hastings Banner. A few days later, we met at his office. The reporter was Sandra Ponsetto. Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. maintaining their health insurance while having the money to pay down their credit card debt and still have a few bucks to enjoy themselves is important. Yet, the administration misread the polls, continuing on a path with the determination to take on health care, energy issues, two wars, education, and the financial crisis with little or no concern as to what was really happening in small towns across this country. It appeared to a growing number of voters that winning was important at all costs. It was as though the president wanted to complete his first year in office with a big win in the health care column. Whether it was good legislation or not, it didn’t seem to matter — the president wanted health care behind him. Obama has shown he can be a strong leader, but he misjudged the American people and their concern over the economic issues that impact their lives. They elected him because of his ability to use words to create a mood or new attitude, but the administration erred in not listening to what Americans were saying. It’s time government leaders at all levels focus their efforts on putting people back to work which, in the long run, will solve many of the other issues we face. If we’re going to tackle health care, energy and education, we must first solve our economic issues; otherwise everything else seems unimportant. Perot said of government that, “Washington has created a government that comes at us instead of a government that comes from us. We are the owners of this country. Nobody else can do the job. Our system has been corrupted because we weren’t exercising our responsibilities as owners.” Last week in Massachusetts, voters reasserted their “ownership.” They sent a message loud and clear to government leaders from both parties that we’re not accepting politics as usual. We want change — by getting our economic house in order and turning our attention to jobs — not more out-of-control government spending. The message confirms what Perot said so many years ago: “The people’s voice, when it cries as one, is a great roar — when we stand united, it cannot be ignored.” By the time you read this column, President Obama will have given his first State of the Union message to Congress. I hope he’s feeling some of the frustrations so many Americans are feeling and will put off some of his ambitious programs for a later time. If he’s going to survive the presidency and go on to a second term, he needs to give his full attention to putting Americans back to work — connecting the dots of our economic crisis — sooner rather than later. Not knowing what to expect, I was very nervous. However, I was greeted with great respect and kindness. Sheriff Leaf is working to get William M. Scudder’s death recognized in Washington, D.C., and in Hastings. Sheriff Leaf is a kind man, and my family and I appreciate everything he has done for us. As for the reporter, Sandra Ponsetto, if you would read her report in the Dec. 31, 2009, Hastings Banner, you would know that she spent much time and effort on this story. Our family came from Hastings, Hickory Corners and Prairieville, and I owned a home in Delton for 34 years, so I will always have a place in my heart for Barry County and the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. I believe that our family members who have passed away know that Sheriff Dar Leaf and Sandra Ponsetto helped to make it right. Gary Shafer, our kids and grandkids, Battle Creek Reforms at state level are long overdue To the editor: Many Michigan families have now lost homes, jobs, health insurance and income. From 2000 to 2008, median household income in Michigan has fallen more than 13 percent. Families are now paying more for their health care costs as well as higher taxes and fees passed by state and local governments. It seems the state has budget problems every year. They raise or create new taxes and fees (about 15 times since 2002) to paper over structural budget deficits. In 2007, Michigan had the largest tax hike ($1.5 billion) in its history to balance the budget. And in 2009, the state cut it’s way to a balanced budget. Let’s hope the state can finally use reforms What does Massachusetts election mean? Last week, Massachusetts elected Scott Brown, a Republican to fill the Senate seat left vacant following the death of Edward “Ted” Kennedy. What do you think this means for future elections? to balance the budget in 2010. Without meaningful health and pension reforms for state workers, there will continue to be budget problems. State workers have excellent taxpayer-provided health care benefits. Costing as much as $4,000 dollars more than what private-sector employees receive. State workers (MEA members included) pay far less toward their health care benefits than private-sector employees. As those costs increase, it leaves less money for services. Powerful public unions are fighting these reforms. The long-term solvency of our families, schools, businesses and state and local governments depends on it. Jack Rose, Jr., Hastings The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. 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Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 28, 2010 — Page 5 Prairieville board uses responsible management skills To the editor: Bill Robinson, spokesperson for the Prairieville Recall Committee, in his letter to the Jan. 14 Banner, repeated many false accusations his other committee members have levied at our Prairieville Township board members. He contends that Township Supervisor Jim Stoneburner did not address the concerns of the recall committee at a township board meeting, but instead “conducted a public meeting in another forum.” The truth is that the members of the Citizens for Common Sense in Prairieville Township Committee conducted a public forum at the Prairieville Farmers Hall of Fame in November for the purpose of allowing all of the township board members to respond at length to allegations made by the recall committee. The forum was publicly announced via the local press and the circulation of hundreds of fliers. Every allegation on the recall petitions was clearly and concisely addressed by the board over a two-hour period at this forum including all questions from the audience. Those on the recall committee who have been writing letters to the newspaper, such as Robinson, apparently were too afraid to hear the truth and therefore did not attend the forum. In addition, the questions presented at the board meetings by the recall committee also have been answered at a board meeting. Minutes at the township office will substantiate this. Next, Robinson asks why a special meeting to accept Sharon Ritchie’s resignation was conducted. Like most special meetings, it was conducted to expedite a matter which needed immediate attention and resolution so that the work of the township could continue to be addressed in an efficient manner. This is responsible management. Robinson raises questions regarding emails by township officials marked “confidential” and does so in a manner that leaves the reader to believe something sinister is afoot. In reality, such confidentiality statements on e-mails of correspondence originating from governmental and health care institutions are standard entries. This, too, is another example of our board’s sound management practice. This same rationale is reflected in Sharon Ritchie’s request concerning computer upgrades. Her request of confidentiality reflected ordinary safeguards built into varying levels of access to sensitive government computer systems. This practice is referred to as password protection. Without such access restriction, any employee could obtain, make changes to, hack into, or sabotage any township information. As we have said, sound management. Robinson accused Supervisor Stoneburner of being an incompetent FOIA coordinator. Our PAC has addressed this accusation in several previous letters. Confidentiality judgments called for in FOIA requests are often difficult to make and require the expertise of an attorney. This protects the township from very expensive lawsuits should the wrong information be released. The township attorney is the expert in this matter as most FOIA coordinators – like ours – are lay persons who do not have (and are not expected to have) the degree of legal training to make decisions concerning confidentiality. We are very grateful that Stoneburner has the wisdom and solid good judgment to know when his level of expertise in this regard is exceeded and the assistance of legal counsel is required. Again, this is good, sound management. Robinson’s remarks about Stoneburner deliberately running up a large legal bill is shameful. Jim is well known and highly respected in Prairieville Township. He was elected by those who recognize not only his ability, but also his unquestionable high moral character. It sounds to us like Robinson is getting desperate for some way to discredit this township board. The accusation over the dismissal of Officer Doster has been repeatedly addressed in newspapers, the forum, and in a township board meeting. Any further question regarding this matter needs to be taken up with Barry County Prosecutor Tom Evans since he has investigated the details of this matter and has let the public know that he will not be prosecuting the township board because he concluded that Old church is a tribute to faith, dedication To the editor: It gives me a sense of sadness to see the demise of the First Presbyterian Church of Hastings building which has stood on the corner of Broadway and Center Street for over 150 years. I remember the many families who grew up in the church and spent their treasure and lives dedicated to the church. The time and money that built the church is a great tribute to their faith and dedication. I was baptized by Rev. Leason Sharpe, worshiped under Rev. Willard Curtis, for a short time after many years in Florida, a short time under Rev. Kent Keller, and now Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, who is our present minister. We were blessed by all the above-mentioned ministers who so faithfully served the church. It was with great pride to walk on a cold and beautiful winter night to the Christmas Eve service with my wife and two daughters at First Presbyterian Church. These are happy memories. The First Presbyterian Church on the corner of Broadway and Center is and always will be my church home. Carl J. Belson, Hastings it was a procedural error that deserved a reprimand but not prosecution. Robinson’s implication that this was a decision of a “Republican-elected prosecutor and Republican-elected board” stunningly reveals what many people have considered the true political motivation behind the recall movement. From the beginning, many voters have suspected that in the eyes of the recall leaders it is not what this township board is or is not doing. Rather, the recall leaders do not like the fact that Republican board members were elected in 2008. They are willing to spend large amounts of township taxpayer money, slander people, and put the township in chaos to bring about an immediate political party change to the township. Robinson should stop the recall and work to get his people on the board at the next regularly scheduled election. He is costing the township too much wasted tax money. Robinson also points out that six people have resigned from the township. He stated that “The taxpaying citizens of Prairieville Township are probably unaware that they no longer have an elected quorum on the township board.” He is right in that we no longer have a quorum of all “elected” officials. However, we do have a quorum of both elected and appointed officials. We have much more confidence that the residents of Prairieville Township do understand this situation and fully comprehend how this came to be. They also know that this appointment process is a legal and efficient procedure to fill vacancies in circumstances such as these. Again, sound management practice. It is important to point out that we have reviewed all of the letters of resignation and have concluded that their reasons for resigning were of a personal and private nature. Bill Miller was appointed to replace Mike Herzog who stated in his resignation that after being elected realized he did not have time to both take care of all his other responsibilities and attend the board meetings. Jim Grundy was appointed to replace him. Sharon Ritchie also voluntarily resigned after serving capably at least six years. Deb Newhouse was appointed to replace Vicki Nottingham who voluntarily resigned after serving devotedly for 17 years. Two other resigned positions were not elected positions, not part of the township board, and were not part of the board quorum. Robinson’s letter was full of innuendo and character assassination. This seems to be the new hallmarks of his recall approach. At what point did he and his committee decide to abandon common courtesy as well as common sense? The people of Prairieville Township deserve better. These are just a few more of many reasons not to sign the recall petitions. Jo Ann Eddy, Citizens for Common Sense in Prairieville Township MainStreet Savings Bank continues work with federal office by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer David Hatfield, president and chief executive officer of MainStreet Savings Bank in Hastings, announced in June of last year that the Office of Thrift Supervision had ordered representatives of the bank to improve its financial standing and increase its net worth to previous levels. According to Hatfield, the bank had a net worth of approximately $6 million, several years ago, an amount that, over the course of 2008 and 2009, had fallen to about $4.3 million. Established by congress in 1989, the OTS has roots that can be traced back to the Federal Home Loan Bank Board. The mission statement for the organization reads, “To supervise savings associations and their holding companies in order to maintain their safety and soundness and compliance with consumer laws, and to encourage a competitive industry that meets America’s financial services needs.” Hatfield explained that, after the OTS first took notice of MainStreet Savings Bank, a mandated plan detailing what bank representatives would do to increase its net worth was submitted to the federal organization. That plan was rejected by the OTS and another such plan recently submitted, however, the rejection was not a negative act by the federal organization, but one that the bank and the OTS worked together to coordinate, he added. “They really only rejected it because we told them we had more information, and they simply wanted us to update it to include that,” he said. The head of the bank stressed that he and the OTS have a benevolent relationship and are working toward a common goal. “This is not a hostile or difficult working relationship,” he said. “We have a very good relationship with the regulators, and we simply are working through this with them, ... because, whether they were driving the issue or not, it would be an equal concern to us. We know that we have utilized some of our net worth to absorb operating costs.” According to Hatfield, the recently submitted plan details some of the actions being considered to raise the bank’s net worth and earn the necessary approval from the OTS. “What our plan lays out is a number of alternatives that we’re considering,” he said. “It doesn’t specify which one of those it’s going to be, only that there are alternatives that we have identified that we think are viable options.” When asked about the specifics of the actions proposed in the plan, Hatfield declined to elaborate, explaining that it would not be in the best interests of the bank and those associated with it to do so. “Until we get further down that path, I really Rep. Calley makes keynote address at Lansing rally Rep. Brian Calley Friday gave the keynote address at a Right to Life rally at the state Capitol. The event memorialized the 37th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision of Jan. 22, 1973. Property assessment time In the next few weeks, you should receive a notice in the mail from your city or township assessor, listing your new property assessment. There are few issues I have come across that result in as much high blood pressure as property taxes. And there is good reason for this dissatisfaction. Back when Proposal A passed, people literally were being taxed out of their homes. The response was to make a trade with the people of this state. Increase sales taxes by 2 percent and lower residential property taxes by 18 mills. The other major change in property taxes at that time was that the growth in taxable value (i.e., your taxes) could not grow any faster than inflation, measured by the Consumer Price Index. The original enabling legislation for Proposal A said that your taxes would not rise in years when the market value falls. Unfortunately, then-Attorney General Frank Kelley issued an opinion that overturned that important tax payer protection. I have written in the past about my legisla- tive proposal to ban property tax increases when the value falls, essentially overturning the above AG opinion. I also have introduced legislation to require that the assessment sales studies include foreclosures, so your assessment is more reflective of actual value in the first place. Attaining passage of any bill is an uphill battle. Patience and perseverance pay off eventually. But in the meantime, you do have rights. I am again holding a series of property tax ‘town hall’ meetings in and around my legislative district with the purpose of teaching people how to build an effective appeal of their property assessment. The first will be Tuesday, Feb. 2, at 7 p.m. pm at the Commission on Aging in Ionia. Another will be held Saturday, Feb. 6, at 10 a.m. at the Commission on Aging in Hastings. These are free events and everyone is welcome to come. Our property tax system is somewhat complicated. Knowing how it operates is half the battle. MAINSTREET, continued on page 7 77542563 �Page 6 — Thursday, January 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner The Revue presents... Area Obituaries January 22-24, 29-31, 2010 the Cole Porter Muscial Geraldine L. Hull Ruth Alice Paquette Betty Jean (O’Connor) Thompson HASTINGS, MI - Geraldine L. (Geri) Hull, age 79, of Hastings, passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. She was born October 21, 1930, the daughter of James B. and Ruth (Sawdy) Britten. Geraldine graduated from Thornapple Kellogg High School in 1948. She was employed at Blake's Manufacturing in Middleville, Middleville Manufacturing, K & E Tackle in Hastings and was a Cook for the Auto Tag Restaurant in Hastings. Geraldine was married to Laurence E. Hull on March 18, 1949. She enjoyed reading, and especially cooking, whether it was for her family, the men's church group or the restaurant. She was a former member of the Grace Wesleyan Church in Hastings where she was very active, cooking for the men's group, and the CYC. She was currently a member of the Hickory Corners Wesleyan Church. She was preceded in death by her granddaughters, Mandy Lou Laubaugh and Tara Noel Heath Curry; a great granddaughter, Olivia Hull; three brothers, Robert Britten, Donald Britten, Gerald Britten; three sisters, Mae Shellenbarger, Marie Converse, and Charlotte Scott. Geraldine is survived by her husband of 60 years, Laurence Hull of Hastings; her children, Linda Laubaugh of Coweta, OK., Sandy (Doug) Higgins of Hastings, Jim (Deborah) Hull of Stillwater, OK., Barb (Derek) Lydy of Hastings, Mike (Char) Hull of Hastings, Missy (Denis) Chase of Hastings; 16 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and a sister, Pauline O'Connor of El Monte, CA; sisters-in-law, Phyllis Britten and Frankie Britten; former sons-in-law, Jerry Laubaugh and Mark Meek. Visitation will be held Saturday, January 30, from noon until service time. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 30, 2010 at 1 p.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings, Pastor Len Davis officiating. Memorial contributions would be appreciated to the American Diabetes Association or The Gideons. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Ruth Paquette passed away Sunday, January 17, 2010 at her daughter’s home in Phoenix, AZ. She was 98 years old. Ruth lived the past eight years of her life with her daughters and their families in Wisconsin, Arizona and Hastings, Michigan. She was the mother of Alice Gergen here in Hastings. Ruth was born January 2, 1912 in St. Louis, MO, the daughter of William and Alice Struebing. The family moved to Evanston, IL where Ruth grew up and attended school, graduating from Evanston High School in 1929. She went on to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison, graduating in the class of 1933, with a bachelor of arts in education. Ruth returned to the university after raising her family, earning her master’s degree in 1970. Ruth married Oscar Joseph Paquette on June 12, 1937. The couple raised their family in Beaver Dam, WI. Ruth taught English at the Beaver Dam High School. After retiring from a full teaching career she went on to a second career with the Fannie Mae Candy Company. She retired from Fannie Mae when she was 80 years old. She kept her own home until she was 90. Ruth was an accomplished pianist and an avid Packer and Badger fan. She loved to travel, to read and to learn new things. She loved her Yorkshire Terriers, and above all, her three girls. Ruth’s husband, Oscar Joseph Paquette preceded her in death as did her parents, alice Hill Struebing and William John Struebing. Ruth is survived by her three daughters, Laurie (Dave) Propst, Beaver Dam, WI; Alice (Jack) Gergen, Hastings and Linda Kirsh, Phoenix, AZ; five grandchildren, Scott (Jenn) Propst, Denver, CO; John (Missy) Gergen, Medusa, NY; Alison (Cole) Bowen, DeWitt; Matthew Paquette Gergen, Grand Rapids; Meredith and Megan Kirsh, Phoenix, AZ; and five great-grandchildren, Morgan and Peyton Gergen; Adison Propst; Cole and Elle Bowen. Ruth is also survived by her sister, Fern Celeste Kirtland, Bloomington, IN; loving nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral services and interment will take place on Saturday, January 30, 2010 in Beaver Dam, WI. Funeral arrangements are by Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam, WI. Lasting memorials, if desired, can kindly be sent to Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation. HASTINGS, MI - Bette Jean (O’Connor) Thompson, aged 64, of Hastings, passed away at her home on Wednesday morning, January 20, 2010 while surrounded by her family. Bette was born in Hastings on July 23, 1945 to Freddie and Geneva (Walter) O’Connor. She graduated from Hastings High School in 1963, and then attended Wright’s Beauty Academy in Battle Creek. Bette had worked as a beautician in Hastings for over 30 years before her retirement in 2008. She had most recently worked at the Hair Care Center. Bette was united in marriage to Mike Thompson on February 9, 1991. She is survived by her husband, Mike; children, Michelle (Mark) Schwennesen and their children, Amber, Nick, and Holly, Mickey Thompson and his children, Alex, Joe, and Cody, Jarred (Debbie) Thompson and their children, Austin, Amanda, Justin, and Tia, and Chad (Tina) Ulrich and their children, Anthony, Dalton, Brandon, and Jon Wayne; brother-in-law, Kent Gibson; motherin-law, Martha Thompson; the extended Thompson family, Art (Pat) Thompson, Andy (Jackie) Thompson, Randy Thompson, Vicky Hiron and Dave Neeson, and Sandy Bowman; and many special friends. Bette was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Dawne Irene (O’Connor) Gibson; brother-in-law, Ron Thompson; and sister-inlaw, Jackie Thompson. The funeral service was held on Saturday, January 23, 2010 at the Koops Funeral Chapel. Burial followed in Lakeside Cemetery in Lake Odessa. The family has suggested that memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Michigan. Memories and messages may be left at www.koopsfc.com. Main Street Theatre House 301 N. Main St. Nashville, MI 77542350 Friday at 7 pm Saturday at 3 pm and 7 pm Sunday at 3 pm This musical comedy is packed full o fhigh-energy dances, great songs, and colorful characters!! Adults $10, Seniors/Students $8 Children 12 and under $5 Tickets available at the door or for reserved seating call 517-749-1229 or email therevue!@yahoo.com Worship Together… 77542445 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany, January 31 - Worship 10:00. Sunday School 8:45; Potluck following 10:00 worship; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-9459414 or 945-2645; fax 269-9452698. http://www.discover-grace. org. Rev. Mike Kemper. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Saturday - 8:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast Series; 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice. Monday - Knit Wits; 6:30 p.m. Prayer Ministry Meeting. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 HASTINGS, MI - Ronald W. Doll, of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly January 19, 2010. Ron was born June 18, 1949 in Detroit; the son of John W. and Eleanor (Gorski) Doll. A graduate of Western Michigan University with a degree in accounting, Ron was also a veteran proudly, serving his country in Viet Nam as a sergeant in the United States Army. On August 8, 1971, Ron married Joyce Ann Linderman and she preceded him in death on August 1, 2008. Ron was a Red Cross volunteer, donating both blood and bone marrow, and enjoyed reading and music. He was a member of American Legion Post 45 and enjoyed shooting pool. He will be remembered as a dedicated and loving husband, father and brother. He is survived by his daughter, Anastasia (Thomas) Ford of Grandville; a brother, Thomas Doll of Detroit; sisters, Sharon (Reinhard) Laubenstien of Hastings, Joyce (David) Carr of Hastings, and Linda Lytle of Constantine and several nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Gloria Doll. A graveside service was conducted Saturday, January 23, 2010 at Fuller Cemetery with military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Multiple Sclerosis Society will be appreciated. Arrangements by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. DELTON, MI - Mary Calgaro, of Delton, passed away January 21, 2010, at her home. Mary was born November 5, 1921, in Panama, Illinois, the daughter of Joseph and Angela (Coradini) Malattia. Mary loved opera, and listened to it frequently. She loved to travel, especially to Italy. She was an avid reader, who also enjoyed playing bingo. Mary will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. On June 1, 1940, she married Cirilo Nerio Calgaro, and he passed away January 5, 2004. Mary is survived by sons, Richard Calgaro, of Delton, Nerio (Sandra) Calgaro, of Peoria, Illinois; a daughter Dolores Cerutti, of North Benton, Ohio; six grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Saturday, January 23, 2010, at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, Rev. Robert Creagan, celebrant. Burial took place in Prairieville Cemetery. Memorial contributions to Borgess Visiting Nurse and Hospice Services will be appreciated. Please visit www.williamsgoresfuneral.com to view and sign Mary's online guest book. The family is being served by the Williams-Gores Funeral Home in Delton. Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net 77528585 B OSLEY Ronald W. Doll Mary Calgaro �Marks-Case Jamie Lue Marks and Will L. Case will be pronounced husband and wife May 22. The future bride is a graduate of Zeeland High School and Grand Valley State University. She and her parents, James and Jaci Marks, are from Zeeland. The future groom is a graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. His parents are Willard and Debbie Case of Wayland. The couple will reside in Middleville. Marriage Licenses Leo Duwayne Ackley, Hastings and Lisa Marie Townsend, Hastings. John Evan Resseguie, Hastings and Glennda Marie Radke, Hastings. Douglas Wayne Thomas, Nashville and Laurie Ruth Thomas, Nashville. Max Kelley is 90 Come help Max Kelley celebrate his 90th birthday on Saturday, Feb. 6, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Nashville United Methodist Church. Please, no presents. MAINSTREET, continued from page 5 can’t get into the detail on that,” he said. Hatfield explained that, despite action taken by the OTS, the bank still has a net worth high enough to allow its representatives plenty of time to decide on a course of action for the financial institution that will take into account its customers, employees and the surrounding community. “We have the time to make sure we make the right decisions,” he said. According to Hatfield, customers of the bank have no need to worry about the OTS’ involvement with the bank. “We are managing the situation, and deposits are safe, and we’re still interested in making loans,” he said. “Customers really have not seen changes, as we make our way through this and, hopefully, won’t see changes, as we work through this.” Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES Don't be an "opposite day" investor On Jan. 25, some of us celebrate Opposite Day. Its origins are murky and even its exact date is in some dispute, but Opposite Day has proved to be a source of fun for many people, especially children, who choose to eat breakfast at suppertime and otherwise do things in reverse. However, you may find that acting in an “oppositional” manner is not so harmless at other times in your life — such as when you’re investing. What types of “oppositional” moves should you avoid? Consider the following: • Buying when prices are high — When the financial markets keep rising, many people continue buying more shares in the mistaken belief that “up” is the only direction their investments can go. But while it may be human nature to want to continue racking up gains, it’s not necessarily smart investing. The higher an investment has gone, the more likely it becomes that it will plateau or potentially even drop in value. Of course, an investment may one day rise again, but for the near term, its “upside potential” may be limited, so you might do better by finding other opportunities. • Selling because prices are low — Just as some investors keep buying when prices are rising, others will sell when prices have dropped, just so they can “cut their losses.” This may be a mistake. If the investment still plays a role in your balanced portfolio, and you believe its prospects are still good, you may want to hold on to it despite its price. Furthermore, if your investment’s decline is due more to an overall drop in the market than a change in its own fundamentals, it may bounce back when the market recovers. Generally speaking, you should sell an investment if your goals or risk tolerance have changed, if you need to rebalance your portfolio or if the investment itself has undergone some type of shift that no longer makes it compatible with your needs. • Investing too conservatively — Given the volatility we’ve seen in the last couple of years, it’s probably not too surprising that many investors have “pulled back” from the market and put a lot of money in certificates of deposit and other fixed-rate, low-return investments. While there is a place for these vehicles in your portfolio, you won’t want them to become too dominant — because you still need to invest for growth if you’re going to achieve your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement. The amount of growth-oriented investments you own will depend on your risk tolerance and time horizon, but there’s no point in your life — even your retirement years — when you won’t need some growth potential. • Failing to diversify — It is important to diversify your dollars among stocks, bonds, government securities and other investments. Even within these broad classes, you should diversify — for example, you should consider owning stocks representing different industries and bonds with a variety of issuers and maturities. While diversification, by itself, cannot guarantee a profit or protect against loss, it can help reduce the effects of volatility on your portfolio. Opposite Day comes but once a year. But making “oppositional” investment moves can have long-lasting — and potentially harmful — effects. So take the time to explore your investment deci- sions carefully. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 19.96 -.42 AT&T 25.33 -.87 CMS Energy Corp 15.54 +.36 Coca-Cola Co 54.14 -2.28 Dow Chemical Co 28.09 -2.59 Exxon Mobil 65.92 -3.35 Family Dollar Stores 30.41 -.41 First Financial Bancorp 14.81 -.39 Flowserve CP 96.11 -8.88 Ford Motor Co 11.19 -.56 Intl Bus Machine 125.75 -8.39 JCPenney Co 25.16 -.96 Johnson & Johnson 62.79 -2.56 Kellogg Co 54.85 +.35 McDonald’s Corp 63.81 +.33 Pfizer Inc 18.78 -1.22 Sears Holding 97.46 -8.49 Spartan Motors 6.18 -.67 TCF Financial 14.11 -.57 Walmart Stores 53.61 -.42 Gold $1100.00 -40.50 Silver $16.84 -1.96 Dow Jones Average 10194.29 -531.14 Volume on NYSE 1.1B +100M K.A. Mueller Accounting Professional, Personal & Economical Business Accounting, Planning and Consulting Services. Over 50 Years of Accounting, Tax and Management Experience Working For You. 77542551 Social News The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 28, 2010 — Page 7 221 South Jefferson, Hastings Phone: (269) 945-3547 9809 Cherry Valley Ave (M-37), Caledonia Phone: (616) 891-2507 Katie & Christy's Mid-Lakes Screen Printing, Monogramming, Active Wear & Tanning Salon Kevin's Draperies M 66 Tire Maple Valley Pharmacy Mexican Connexion Restaurante Mills Landing Monterey Grille Nashville Chiropractic Northside Pizza Pennock Health & Wellness Center Pennock Pharmacy, Inc. Pharmacy Care Photographic Memory Premier Travel & Cruise Printing Plus RadioShack of Hastings Razors Edge River Bend Travel Second Hand Corners Snap Fitness - 24/7 State Grounds Coffee House Swamp Fox Restaurant & Lounge The County Seat Lounge The Scoop Ice Cream Co. Inc. The Sea Shanty The Shanty Thornapple Floral Walker, Fluke & Sheldon, PLC Wayland Carpet Inc. Wayland Floral & Gifts, Inc. Whispering Pines Mini-Storage “Your repair dollars go further at” THISS AUTO Hastings • Mechanical Repairs & Service Best Value! • Check Engine Light On? computer scan & diagnosis • Lube, Oil & Filter up to 5 qts oil 9 $ 1795 $ 3495 $ 95 from from • Front End Alignment most cars Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic • Collision & Auto Body Repair HASTINGS COMMUNITY EDUCATION February 2010 New Classes The following Hastings Community Education classes will be offered beginning in February. You can find more information on our website @ (www.hassk12.org) or by calling 269-948-4414. Classes Insurance or Customer Pay 2295 South M-37 Hwy., Hastings (269) 948-3387 Dennis Thiss, Owner Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply 77542457 ® The Starts \Lifeguard Training Feb. 2 After School Golf- Junior Golf Feb. 3 Shopping Strategies of the Deep Discount Diva Feb. 4 Family Nature Club-Night Hike #1 Feb. 13 NAUI Scuba Certification Feb. 17 Building a Home-What you need to know before you start Feb. 17 Spanish for Beginners Feb. 22 Seeking a Tax Free Retirement Feb. 23 Water Aerobics #2 Feb. 23 Pike & Parent Feb. 23 You must pre-register for all classes. Classes will be cancelled if the minimum required is not reached so register now! 77542573 77542569 Adrounie House Bed & Breakfast Airway Oxygen Back Door Deli Barlow Florist & Christian Book Store Bay Pointe Inn & Resort on Gun Lake Benton Tax Accounting Bosley Pharmacy Brian Appel Builders Brian's Tire & Service Caledonia Vision Center Carls of Nashville Contempo Salon Country Kettle Cracked Pepper Daily Brews Downtown Coffee Café David W. Mansky, DPM, PC Dewey's Auto Body, Inc. Dr. Scott Bloom Ed Koehn Ford of Wayland, Inc. Eye & ENT Specialists Floral Designs of Hastings Gilmore Car Museum Gilmore Jewelers Good Time Pizza Harlequin Hair Fashions Hastings Bowl Hastings Pro Auto Service LLC Henney's House of Gifts, LLC ICS Travel Johnson's Creative Corner K. A. Mueller Accounting “ S t r etchi n g ” 77528605 The Hastings City Bank Horizons Club would like to thank the following merchants who partner with us in providing discounts and special consideration to our members: Rev. Kimberly Tallent will be offering classes on Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University. These classes will offer ways to get out of debt, put together a monthly spending plan that works and set financial goals, how to gain control of your finances and more. The first class will be Wednesday, Feb. 3rd from 7-9 pm at Country Chapel UMC, 9275 S. M-37 Highway, Dowling Mi. The classes will be given over a 13 week period. Families may purchase the university kit at the first class for $95.00. Scholarships are available for those that cannot afford the kit. For more information phone 269-721-8077 and ask for Rev. Kim or Bonnie. 77542565 77542535 Country Chapel United Methodist Church to Start Financial Peace Classes These merchants offer a special discount to our Horizons Club members. For information about the Horizons Club account call 26-945-2401. 06706326 �Page 8 — Thursday, January 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner SEWER PROJECT, continued from page 2 years. “So it becomes very, very affordable, even in this economy,” he said. After another informational meeting, the township ended up with 83.4 percent of residents signing a petition in favor of proceeding with the project. “Rose [Anger] down at mapping said that was probably the best percentage she had ever seen for that type of project in this economy,” said Carpenter. The township then held a public hearing before finalizing the project. “We secured the principal forgiveness on Dec. 31, there was always the threat that that could be taken away from us. So, as of that date, we secured that. We closed on the loan last Friday, Jan. 22. We executed the contract this morning, Jan. 25. We had a pre-construction meeting this morning. The only thing left to get this thing going is the notice to proceed. We have the bond documents from the general contractor and we’re waiting for some insurance documents so we can go ahead and give them notice to proceed... I would say, by the end of this week, you will see some Lake Odessa The annual quilt and textile show returns this weekend to the Lake Odessa Depot complex with exhibits in the Freight House of quilts old and new. Textiles of many varieties also are welcome. Signature quilts always bring a lot of interest. Some quilts have been given to the Lake Odessa Area Historical Society. In years past, they were often created as a fundraising venture for church or social groups. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 30 and 31. We read that a farmer from Martin, to our west, like Stowell Farms, had a two headed calf which died at birth, unlike Gemini who lived for several weeks. The Martin owner had his specimen stuffed and mounted. He decided to sell it. He had expected to make it a side show and charge admission to see it. However, health issues prevented his getting any gain from the freak of nature. The stuffed mount went to a museum in Pennsylvania. Looking head, exhibits at the freight station in future months include a new one in February, “It’s Art.” This is intended to bring out paintings and drawings from local people. In March, the doll and toy show will return. Military displays come in May and run for four days. September brings once again the hunting and sports show. If you missed exhibiting a favorite item last year, keep the upcoming exhibits in mind and share your prized possessions with the community in the coming months. Some readers may recognize the name of Kenneth Mawbry who was director of the Kellogg Foundation a few years ago. Sunday, he was a host for the 100th birthday of his cousin Miss Frances Jelley, who resides in Pilgrim Manor in Grand Rapids. Scores of friends attended the afternoon affair in the parlors of Pilgrim Manor. Among the honored lady’s remembrances were more than 100 greeting cards, a proclamation presented in person by Mayor George Heartwell, City of Grand Rapids, letters of congratulation from NBC weatherman Willard Scott and Congressman Vern Ehlers. Members of the Garlock family have known this lady for more than 50 years since a sister lived at the Jelley home. Her childhood home is now the site of Robinette’s Orchard and market at Four Mile and East Beltline Avenue. Rev. Helen Havlik, pastor of North Park Presbyterian Church was present. Helen’s family have been longterm residents of Browne Township, a mile north of Tyler Creek Golf Course. ground breaking with the project. Carpenter said that while the general contractor for the project is based in Moline, much of the work will be subcontracted out to local contractors. “We’d like as many local contractors involved in this project as possible,” he said. “There are a lot of local contractors involved in this, so the stimulus money is going to stay in this community through this project. “I would like to introduce to you, in my opinion, one of the truly great success stories for the township, the city, and Barry County and certainly the alliance of the Joint Planning Committee,” added Carpenter. “We will all be rewarded by the quality of life this project will provide through these collaborations. There was a tireless effort, not just by the townships and the county, but the city also. We feel this was made possible because the city cared enough to be a good neighbor, saw the extreme need, and reached across the boundaries of the township with positive energy. I look forward to this partnership we have created through our intergovernmental agreements. We believe it to be a glove fitting perfectly, and hopefully it will create a job or two, through the maintenance agreement, for the city. “In closing, it’s always been kind of hilarious to me, people would come to me and say. ‘How on earth did you get the city to agree to this?’ Each time I would hear that, it would make me smile, maybe even laugh, and I would say, ‘We asked.’” he told the council. “We didn’t demand it. We didn’t expect it. We didn’t think in some way the city owed us that service. We didn’t show animosity toward the city when we asked and we certainly didn’t make them out to be the dreaded villain that some in our community are misled in believing. “I have always been a person that believed that if you worked hard, good things would happen. This project is certainly a good example of that. There was a lot of hard work put into this, not just by the townships, but also by the city.” Carpenter said that Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield “put a tremendous amount of time and effort” into the project, adding that Bowling Scores Mixerettes James Process Service 47-33; Kent Oil 4733; Nashville Chiropractic 43-37; Dewey’s Auto Body 42-38; NBT 40-40; Sassy Babes 36-44; Dean’s Dolls 36-44; Good Friends 2951. Good Games and Series - M. Rodgers 155-426; D. Snyder 178-510; E. Bond 128347; T. Drake 198; N. Bechtel 155; S. Drake 169-477; D. Kelley 183-446; S. Smith 169440; M. Kill 171; W. Gilman 146-362; K. Fowler 178-498; J. Pitch 139; B. Hathaway 170; T. Redman 144; S. Merrill 235; E. Ulrich 185-500; J. Rice 213-550; L. Elliston 200520; C. Hurless 180-468; D. James 199-526. Senior Citizens Three Gals and a Guy 47-29; Sun Risers 46-30; Butterfingers 44-32; Just Having Fun 43-33; Usetobe #1 42.5-29.5; Kuempel 3937; Be Happy 37-35; King Pins 35.5-36.5; Early Risers 33-43; Ward’s Friends 29-47; Just Friends 27-45; M&M’s 25-51. Good Games and Series Women - S. Merrill 200; G. Otis 170-486; L. Friend 114; Y. Markley 133-351; R. Murphy 221-505; E. Ulrich 172; B. Benedict 155; C. Stuart 160454; M. Wieland 167; Y. Cheeseman 192506; G. Scobey 190-482; M. Kleinbrink 173. Good Games and Series Men - P. Krystiniak 180; C. Atkinson 182; L. Markley 153; J. Kleinbrink 167; D. Kiersey 178; R. Hart 222-520; L. Brandt 200; R. Obreiter 188; H. Gibson 186-448; G. Waggoner 189500. Wednesday P.M. Hair Care 52-28; Four Pals 49-31; Eye and ENT 42.5-37.5; Mill’s Landing 38-42; The River 36.5-43.5; NBT 22-58. Good Games and Series - Y. Cheeseman 176-487; D. Huver 179-455; L. Friend 118; J. Pettengill 130; R. Pitts 145; J. Shurlow 154407; E. Ulrich 168; R. Murrah 169-498; J. Pitch 143-404; L. Elliston 182; P. Flower 143389; B. Norris 161-390. Sunday Night Mixed ~ Eighth Annual ~ 77542549 BARRY HOME SHOW Friday, January 29 • 10am to 8 pm Saturday, January 30 • 10 am to 8 pm FREE BARRY EXPO CENTER Promoted by KIDS come for the FREE 20 ITEM FFET BAR-BTH-QADMIBSSUION WI LY 0 ENTIRE FAMI $5 ADULTS/$1 NTS ALL STUDE E FRE draperies & fine furniture Festive Balloon Creations w/ renee Sat. 11:30-5: 30 For information call (269) 945-4177 Cabinets Plus Morton Buildings Murray’s Asphalt Vanderloon Electric Oak Warehouse AAA Turf Hart Water Co. Kitchen Tune Up Gutter Toppers Darrell Burke Construction/Re-Bath Radio Shack Girschle’s Flag Poles Hobes Flooring Installations Hometown Lumber FirstBank Honey Doo Construction Everdry Waterproofing Terry McKinney Poured Walls PaintBob.com White Siding & Windows Hastings City Bank Grand Rapids Mortgage Pat Doesema Home Center Rivertown Window Bleam Eavestroughing M L Woodworking & Flooring Monavie Masonry Repair Services Energy Smart Remodeling King’s Appliance & Electronics Sponsored by Hastings City Bank Chemical Bank Art & Dee’s Kitchen & Bath Hastings Farmers Market Lil-Bit-A-Heaven Landscaping Silo Gardens by Pat Theiry (Yonkers) Pennock Health Services Sheldon Fine Books Avon By Kristin Harrington Committee to Preserve Charlton Park South East Heating & Cooling Lyons Septic Tank Service Tastefully Simple Tupperware - Michele Bentti Best Energy Home Solutions Carvings & More Fifelski Construction American Radiant Diamond Propane Interior Woodworking & Design An’D Signs Granite Transformation Smart DayLight Trade Mark Realty Midwest Fire Safety IV Grants Woodshop All Weather Seal Richard’s Brand Source Service Creative Memory, by Janice Richards Filmore Equipment Lowrey Fun Center Kitchens By Katie C Mally Concessions Timber Ridge Construction Carpenter Plumbing Ever After Banquet Hall Landscape Impressions West Michigan Brick & Stone Liberty Tax Service Jiles Concrete Pumping Kevin’s Draperies & Fine Furniture Schondelmayer Bar-B-Q Meadowstone Apartments & Manufactured Home Community Barry Eaton Health Department Art Meade Auto Sales Jim Dull Excavating & Contracting Zager Pool & Spas Allstate Insurance Cherry Valley Agency Cool Beans Limited Sandbaggers 55 1/2; Team Ate 45 Lanes Divided 45; Skabbs 44; Pinchasers 43 1/2; Sunday Snoozers 42; Straight Liners 41; Funky Bowlers 40; Shelly’s Country Daycare 38; Late Arrivals 37; The Heath Gang 32. Women’s Good Games and Series - K. Becker 208-566; A. Hubbell 208-555; N. Shafer 209-553; F. Ames 178-493; A. Churchill 166-477; D. Roberts 157-433; M. Olin 143-421; K. Kuhlman 200; B. James 195; N. Mroz 193; K. Farlee 172; S. Henry 144. Men’s Good Games and Series - B. Madden 234-646; TNY Heath 224-636; M. Eaton 225-628; S. Farlee 219-615; B. Shafer 246-600; B. Hubbell 202-584; R. Snyder 207581; B. Allen 218-560; B. Kelley 163-436; M. McKee 235; J. Mroz 218; TYL Heath 200; E. Bartlett 196; JJ Britten 165. Friday Night Mixed Matt’s Bunch 48; Spencer’s Towing & Tire 43; Shirlee’s Family 41; Ten Pins 39 1/2; Dum Schitz 38; 9-N-A--Wiggle 35 1/2; The 4 B’s 35 1/2; Heads Out 34; Haldan 31; All But One 29; Part Time 29; Team #13 28 1/2; Oldies Not Goodies 28; Spare Time 28. Women’s Good Games and Series - J. Madden 211-606; K. Becker 218-561; T. Phenix 203-535; M. Sears 162-462; S. McKee 222; L. Potter 193; B. Roush 172; E. Johnson 161; C. Thomson 150; L. Clark 138. Men’s Good Games and Series - M. Eaton 234-646; D. McKee 243-636; J. Barnum 221625; J. Daniel 205-590; M. Pennington 203582; R. Chaffee 217-581; T. Heath 203-578; F. Thompson 204-541; A. Taylor 182-523; T. Ramey 177-500; B. Bell 183-492; M. McKee 224; B. Taylor 217; J. Bush 205; J. Shoebridge 185; S. Abbott 179; M. Albert 159; K. Matthews 137. Tuesday Mixed Hastings City Bank 49 1/2-34 1/2; Grove Street Cafe 51-33; Boyce Milk Hauler 47-37; Hurless Machine Shop 41-43; Barry County Red Cross 32-52; J-Bar Antique Tractors 30 1/2-53 1/2. Men’s Good Games - K. Armstrong 232; K. Beebe 208; S. Hause 204; T. Graham 204; G. Hause 189; C. Armstrong 180; M. Yost 180; L. Porter 177. Men’s Good Series - K. Armstrong 607; K. Beebe 524; S. Hause 600; T. Graham 498; G. Hause 505; C. Armstrong 505; M. Yost 476; L. Porter 514. Women’s Good Games - B. Wilkins 170; B. Moore 169; S. Beebe 165; D. Ware 163; B. Benedict 163; L. Whiteman 158; R. Gross 154; D. Service 147. Women’s Good Series - B. Wilkins 481; B. Moore 483; S. Beebe 452; D. Ware 448; B. Benedict 436; L. Whiteman 405; R. Gross 381; D. Service 427. Tuesday Trio Coleman’s 68; Lu’s Team 48.5; CBS 48; Lynn Denton 47.5; Quick Response Fire 45; Trouble 44; Twisted Sister’s** 44; Lucky Strikes 40; Delton Pole** 34; Sister’s** 33; Super Crips 32; Team 12** 0. ** Team Make Up. High Game - D. James 242; T. Daniels 237; P. Ramey 227; Shirlee V. 222. High Series - T. Daniels 588; Shirlee V. 582; L. Potter 573; Heather 570. Hastings Mayor Bob May always had positive input and support for the project and Hastings City Council Trustee and member of the Joint Planning Committee Dave Jasperse “was there for us.” Carpenter said he wanted to thank the City, on behalf of the residents on the lakes, for helping to make the project a reality. “We really have something to be proud of,” he said. After Carpenter concluded his report, Mansfield said he appreciated the time Carpenter and Hastings Charter Township Supervisor Jim Brown had put into the project. “It’s been a pleasure, on our end, too, to work with you guys,” he said. “You have been very trustworthy, very easy to get along with. We’ve had some great opportunities to have tremendous dialogue and to be able to understand each other’s issues, needs and desires and to work through the problems when they did come up. You just can’t ask for more than that.” “I think it just goes to show that when a bunch of people work together and cooperate, things do move forward for the betterment of people,” added City Council Trustee Don Bowers. “Those lakes are a tremendous resource, not just for the township, but also for us here in the city,” said Council Trustee Barry Woods. “It was great to be a part of this project.” Later, during the public comment portion of the meeting, Jim Brown, who also is a member of the Hastings Downtown Development Authority, commended Carpenter for the work he has done on the sewer project. “He has definitely set the gold standard for effort ...” said Brown, “I’ve got like 22 people in that [special assessment] district and he’s got over 200, so you know who carried all the heavy water. This will set the stage for other areas that possibly might want to come in, like Algonquin Lake.” Brown said he was disappointed that the Primary Initial Urban Services Area (PIUSA) was not discussed when the Barry County Commissioners recently held a committee-ofthe-whole meeting, during which sewers were discussed. However, he said that the PIUSA would be discussed at the next committee meeting, tentatively slated for 4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, in the commissioners chambers at the Barry County Courthouse. “The sewer situation with Southwest Barry and the hospital and everything else has got so bent out of shape that you just can’t recognize it anymore,” said Brown. “We got to put this thing to rest and get on to bigger and better things. Joint planning has been working on this forever, and it’s time we go this thing straightened out.” In other business, the city council: • Held a second reading and unanimously approved a motion to adopt an ordinance to regulate abandoned signs in the city. The ordinance was created to provide the zoning administrator with enough flexibility to accommodate signs that may be in use again in a relatively short period of time while requiring signs that have not been in use for a significant amount of time, and not likely to be used in the near future, to be removed. • Heard a request from Dave McIntyre that the city work with the Downtown Development Authority to look into the possibility of installing a speaker system on State Street from Broadway to Michigan Avenue. The speaker system could be used during events such as the New Year’s Eve ball drop and celebration, Christmas and Summerfest parades and other community events. • Unanimously approved a request from Crystal Parish, of the American Cancer Society, to hold Relay for Life activities in Tyden Park Thursday, Aug. 12, through Friday, Aug. 13. • On the recommendation of Clerk/Treasuerer Tom Emery, awarded a bid to Neopost for a DS-62 folder/inserter at a purchase price of $7,609, including delivery, set up and training. There will be no cost for maintenance the first year, and $805 for the second through fifth years. The office machine, which is used for folding water bills and other tasks, will be purchased from capital improvements in the administrative service fund, and the maintenance costs from operating expense allocations, also in the administrative service fund. The old machine will be sold during the next surplus equipment auction. • Approved a motion authorizing May to sign a grant agreement for $98,153 CDBG funds from the Michigan Strategic Fund for the facade renovation of the Hastings Press Building/Seasonal Grille project. The project at the corner of Church and State streets will be done at no cost to the City of Hastings since the $95,294 local match required for the grant will be covered by the Cook Trust, which owns the building. The trust also will pay another $175,382 toward the project. Seasonal Grille owner Justin Straub, owner of The Secret Chef catering service, is putting $220,000 into the interior restoration. • Heard an annual report from Community Development Director John Hart, who said that the groundwork for $1.3 million in grant money was laid during 2009. “Some of those grants, the return is going to be three times that amount; with others it is going to be six times that amount,” he said. “For example the Hastings Press, that is going to be six times the amount coming back in private funding from that $100,000,” he said. “The MSHDA downtown apartment housing grant, $1.2 million will be brought back in to the community ... if we are successful in getting the nine units built out, which I believe that we will be.” • Heard from Valerie Byrnes, president of the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development Alliance, who said she supported the work of Hart and his staff and what they were doing for the community. • Went into closed session to receive privileged attorney/client information exempt from disclosure by state and federal statute, in regard to trial or settlement strategy in connection with specific pending litigation. Churches may submit information for Lent, Easter services J-Ad Graphics newspapers will continue to accept information about special Lent and Easter services and events at area churches. Information about special Ash Wednesday or Lenten sermons should be submitted via email to patricia@j-adgraphics.com The deadline for information on Ash Wednesday events or services should be sent by 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 9. The deadline for information in subsequent weeks will be each Tuesday by 10 a.m. until March 30 for Easter services. This information will be published on a space-available basis. There is no fee for this service. Anyone wishing to purchase an advertisement for additional publicity may call 269-945-9554 to place an ad. 77542577 L.L.C. Asphalt Maintenance would like to thank the following local businesses who are helping us raise money for Max Olson with cancer. Barry County Lumber Brown’s Carpet One Hastings 4 Theater Al & Pete’s Sport Shop Musser’s Full Service Razor’s Edge Super Cuts Spencer’s Towing Precision Auto Body Seidl Veterinary Hospital Above and Beyond Bosley Pharmacy WBCH Fall Creek Applebee’s of Hastings Walldorff Brewpub County Seat Olde Town Tavern Country Kettle Big Boy of Hastings Ponderosa of Hastings Pizza Hut of Hastings Come on down to our booth at the BARRY COUNTY HOME SHOW January 29th and 30th to bid on items in our silent auction to help raise money for Max �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 28, 2010 — Page 9 Delton Kellogg girls split DK still having trouble with ‘switch’ with KVA’s other Panthers One of the only positive things a team can look towards after falling in a big hole early is that at least there is a lot of time to dig out of that hole. Pennfield managed to climb back in front after falling behind Delton Kellogg by 19 points in the first half, and held on for a 47-44 victory in Delton. The host Panthers led 31-12 with three minuets left in the first half, but Pennfield went on an 8-0 run the rest of the second quarter, trimmed the Delton lead to 37-30 by the end of the third, and pulled in front in the fourth. It didn’t help Delton that Adrianna Culbert and Hannah Williams were in foul trouble for much of the second half. Culbert still finished with 13 points and ten rebounds. Andrea Polley added nine points and five assists, and Kali Tobias chipped in four points and six rebounds for Delton. Emma Fishnick had 25 points for Pennfield, after scoring just two in the opening quarter. She was 7-of-12 from the foul line for the night. Pennfield shot just 43-percent from the line as a team, knocking down just 15-of-35 attempts. Delton was only slightly better from the foul line, hitting 7-of-15 tries. Delton Kellogg is now 6-5 overall this season, and 5-4 in the KVA. Pennfield improves to 5-6 overall with the win, and 4-4 in the league. Maple Valley comes to Delton for a KVA contest Friday. Last Friday night, the Delton Kellogg girls scored a 55-46 victory at Parchment. Parchment was very focused on Polley, throwing a box-and-one at her. Delton Kellogg’s other girls stepped up to the challenge. Paige Green knocked down a pair of threes Delton Kellogg’s Brooke Martin tries to get a shot off in front of Pennfield’s Emily Jarrard Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) against the defense in the opening quarter, and Alea Hammond had a monster night. Hammond finished with 11 points, five rebounds, three steals, and two assists. Brooke Martin also chipped in eight points for the Delton girls, while Green and Williams had six each. Culbert had five points and eight rebounds, and Tobias four points and seven boards. Delton extended a four-point half-time lead to 46-38 heading into the fourth quarter. Parchment got 16 points on the night from Abby Nyberg. “It just stays on.” That was the message Delton Kellogg varsity boys’ basketball coach Mike Mohn had for his team after they showed off some of their “light-switch” mentality last week in a road loss at Galesburg-Augusta. The switch was certainly on Friday as the Panthers scored a 65-52 win over visiting Pennfield in Kalamazoo Valley Association action. The 65 points is the most the Delton boys have scored all season long. Delton had four players finish in double figures for the night, led by Ryan Watson’s 18 points. He also added five assists and a pair of steals. Cody Anderson finished with 16 points, and could have helped his point total rise with a better performance at the foul-line where he was just 4-of-11. As a team though, Delton did all right at the stripe. They knocked down 12-of-14 free throws in the fourth quarter. Deon Ferris hit all six of his tries in the fourth and finished the night with 12 points. He also had a team high 14 rebounds, including 11 on the offensive end. Delton dominated on the glass, getting 17 offensive rebounds for the night. Of those 17, 14 came in the second half. Delton also got ten points, four steals, three rebounds, and two assists from point guard Jordan Bourdo. Mohn was also happy to report that his team drew four charges in the contest. The switch wasn’t on early at Parchment though as the Delton boys returned to action Tuesday. The host Panthers outscored Delton 16-5 in the opening quarter and went on to a 62-43 victory. Parchment then pushed its lead to 3116 at the half. Watson had 11 points, and Ferris eight to lead Delton. Parchment got 11 points each form Nate Singleton and Mike Bailey. TK-Hastings swimmers set relay records The Thornapple Kellogg-Hastings varsity boys’ swimming and diving team set team records in two of the three relay events, and had one other record-setting performance in a 117-69 victory over Wayland Thursday in Hastings. The Trojans set records in the 200-yard medley relay and the 200-yard freestyle relay. Jacob Bailey, Kevin Osterink, Tyler Swanson, and Brad Gagnon teamed up to win the 200yard medley relay in 1 minute 53.49 seconds. The team of Swanson, Osterink, Brad Gagnon, and Dylan Pennington set the mark in winning the 200-yard freestyle relay with a time of 1:39.03. Swanson set a third mark, winning the 100yard butterfly in 59.70 seconds. That time also set a new pool record in the Community Education and Recreation Center. The TK-Hastings boys won 11 of the 12 events. Swanson won all four of his events, also • NOTICE • The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Building Authority. Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd Floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings, MI 49058; (269) 945-1284. Applications must be returned no later than 5:00 pm on February 1, 2010. 77542418 CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS taking the 200-yard individual medley in 2:23.02. Gagnon matched those four wins, taking the 50-yard freestyle in 24.70, and the 100yard freestyle in 54.51. Craig Gagnon won the 200-yard freestyle in 2:09.17 and the 500-yard freestyle in 5:53.03., Joshua Wheeler the diving competition with a score of 179.95. The team of Carl Olsen, Craig Gagnon, Zack Zwiernikowski, and Bailey won the 400-yard freestyle relay to close out the evening in 3:52.28. Bailey also won the 100yard backstroke in 1:04.33. The TK-Hastings boys swim against West Catholic this evening, then will be at Forest Hills Northern next Thursday. NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held January 26, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. Delton is now 4-5 overall this season, and 4-4 in the KVA. The Delton boys are at home against Maple Valley this Friday night, then will host Galesburg-Augusta Tuesday. Delton Kellogg’s Deon Ferris flips a shot over Pennfield’s Brendon Clements in the lane during Friday night’s KVA contest at DKHS. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Delton Kellogg’s Ryan Watson (right) runs into Pennfield’s Chris Talbott as he tries to get to the basket Friday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING AND ELECTION OF DIRECTORS BARRY CONSERVATION DISTRICT To all the residents of Barry Conservation District (all residents of Barry County), notice is hereby given that on the 20th day of March, 2010, between the hours of 11:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. at Good Time Pizza, 501 North Main Street, Nashville, MI, an annual meeting and directors’ election will be held. On the 3rd day of February, 2010, being forty-five (45) days prior to the date of the annual meeting, absentee ballots are available for voting in this election by writing or calling the Barry Conservation District Office, located at 1611 S. Hanover, Suite 105, Hastings (the Secretary of State Building), phone (269)948-8056 ext. 3, during regular business hours of the District which are between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. All absentee ballots must be returned by 4:00 p.m. on the 19th day of March, 2010. Residents are individuals of legal age who can demonstrate residency in the Conservation District via one (1) piece of identification. Notice is also hereby given that in this election, one board seat, with a term of four (4) years, will be filled. Candidates eligible for election by the completion and filing of a nominating petition are as follows: Gordon B. Barlow Scott Hanshue David Kietzmann The Agenda for the Annual Meeting is as follows: 11:30 – Call to Order - Election Open - Public Comment on Annual Report 12:00 – Election closed 12:30 - Director Comments 1:00 - Adjournment Dan Kingma, Chair of the Board of Directors Barry Conservation District 77542541 77540795 Public Library Copy Machines Evelyn Holzwarth Library Administrator 77542515 ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP Barry County Michigan 7350 Lindsey Rd. Plainwell, Michigan 49080 269-664-4522/Fax 269-664-3411 REQUEST FOR BIDS Orangeville Township will accept bids for grass mowing and maintenance of the township hall, park, ball field and veteran’s memorial located at 7350 Lindsey Road, Plainwell, Michigan. Mowing also includes Orangeville Township Fire Department located at 6912 Boulter Rd., Shelbyville, Michigan 49344. Specifications: • Mowing/Trimming of the grass to approximately 3 inches • Empty outdoor refuse containers • Keep outdoor restrooms orderly • General maintenance Bids will be accepted with township providing mower or with bidder providing mower. Must supply all tools, trimmers, and equipment necessary for maintenance with the township paying for material necessary for repairs. Bids based on an annual salary. Must show proof of liability insurance. All bids must be sealed and marked Township Mowing. Bids should be sent to Orangeville Township, 7350 Lindsey Rd., Plainwell, MI 49080 or may be placed in the township drop box at same location. Bids must be returned no later than February 28, 2010. 77542556 FINAL 3 DAYS Sale Ends Saturday at noon HARDWOOD FUEL PELLETS 40# – cash & carry only PUBLIC NOTICE ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 453 The undersigned, being the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the City of Hastings, Michigan, does hereby certify that Ordinance No. 453 ADDING SECTION 38-55 TO DIVISION 2 OF ARTICLE II OF CHAPTER 38 OF THE HASTINGS CODE OF ORDINANCES TO REGULATE ABANDONED SIGNS IN THE CITY OF HASTINGS was adopted by the City Council of the City of Hastings at a regular meeting on the 25th of January 2010. A complete copy of this Ordinance is available for review at the office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM. 77542545 Thomas E. Emery City Clerk BIG RED NUGGET 21% PROTEIN DOG FOOD 50 lb. bag $ 3.97 77542553 CITY OF HASTINGS Battle Creek & Climax stores $ 18.49 Our es Favoeroitn ar w! BLACK OIL no SUNFLOWER sale SUET CAKES select varieties 79 ¢ SEEDS 50 lbs. – regular $14.86 each Case of 12 … $8.49 $ 12.99 STOP IN AND CHECK OUT OUR IN-STORE SPECIALS! 2 LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU! Battle Creek FARM BUREAU SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1920 Monday-Friday 8:30 to 5:00 Open Saturday 8:30 to 12:00 I-94 Jackson MN Ave Hamblin Battle Creek FARM BUREAU Battle Creek FARM BUREAU Dickman Rd OP Ave Washington Sealed bids will be received at the Office of the Library Administrator, 227 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 4:00 PM on Monday, February 15, 2010, at which time they shall be opened and publicly read aloud. All bids must be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package “Public Library Copy Machines”. REQUEST FOR BIDS Orangeville Township will accept bids for mowing and maintenance of the Oakhill and Brown Cemetery located on Lindsey Rd. Specifications: • Cut and trim all grass and weed growth as necessary on cemetery grounds. • Spring and fall clean-up, snowplowing, and road maintenance. • Must furnish all tools, trimmers, mower and equipment necessary for maintenance and upkeep. • Must show proof of liability insurance. All bids must be sealed and marked Cemetery Maintenance. Bids should be sent to Orangeville Township, 7350 Lindsey Rd., Plainwell, Michigan 49080 or may be placed in the township drop box at same location. Bids must be returned by February 28, 2010. Kendall The City of Hastings and the Hastings Public Library reserve the unencumbered right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in their best interest, price and other factors considered. Barry County Michigan 7350 Lindsey Rd. Plainwell, Michigan 49080 269-664-4522/Fax 269-664-3411 44th St Bid proposal forms and specifications are available at 227 East State Street, Hastings from the Office of the Library Administrator ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP 42nd St The Hastings Public Library is requesting sealed bids for two (2) plain paper, black toner only, copiers for use by the general public with two (2) coin operation units. 14325 OP Ave. Climax 269-746-4286 295 Hamblin Ave. Battle Creek 269-962-4025 No sales to retailers or wholesalers. Good while supplies last. We reserve the right to limit quantities. �Page 10 — Thursday, January 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner MILLAGE, continued from page 1 for the reclamation of lost animals. Based on a 12-month period, the charges for first, second and third instances of reclamation were raised from $12 to $20, $24 to $30 and $36 to $50, respectively. The fee for boarding an animal at the Barry County Animal Shelter also was hiked from $3 per day to $10 per day. Licensing fees for dogs were increased, too. The fee for a neutered animal to be licensed for one year increased from $5 to $7, while the three-year license fee for a neutered animal went from $12 to $18. The fee for an intact animal to be licensed for one year increased from $20 to $22, while the fee for an intact animal to be licensed for three years increased form $50 to $60. Additional fees raised were those charged by the organization to pick up surrendered animals, which were increased from $10 to $20. The organization’s charge for quarantining an animal went from $3 per day to $30 per day. The fee for notifying people of owning unlicensed dogs increased from $15 per dog to $25. In addition, the resolution permits the organization to institute kennel inspection fees, which would allow it to charge $10 to inspect kennels containing three to 10 dogs, $20 for kennels of 11 to 20 dogs and $30 for kennels of 21 or more dogs. Heather Piotrowski, an animal control officer with the county, explained that Barry County Animal Control had not raised its fees in more than a decade and that such increases were necessary to cover the cost of operating and properly caring for animals housed at the shelter. In another action, the board voted 6-1 to adopt a resolution to support the state legislature in giving House Bill 5114 a fair hearing and a vote. According to the resolution, the bill would modify the state’s child custody laws to “presume that both fit, willing and able parents should have significant relationships with their children unless clear and con- vincing evidence to the contrary is presented or both parents agree to their own custody arrangement.” Callton cast the dissenting vote. Stolsonburg explained that resident Darrick Scott-Farnsworth had asked the board to consider supporting the bill, which currently is being considered by the House Judiciary Committee. “I had a constituent ... who is a father who has went through a divorce and lost custody of his children, and he asked me to take a look at it and support the bill,” he said. “It’s stuck in judiciary committee right now, and hasn’t even been brought up to a vote. ... I think it at least needs to see the light of day and at least have a good discussion on it.” Ben Geiger, an aid to State Rep. Brian Calley, explained the bill’s origins, saying it “would set a type of default that would assume that equal parenting time is in the best interests of the child. The courts would have the ability to decide differently, if there was Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Speck and Amy Speck, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated March 26, 2008, and recorded on April 3, 2008 in instrument 20080403-0003674, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Three Hundred Ten And 13/100 Dollars ($220,310.13), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 12, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 1320.00 feet from the South 1/4 post of said Section 12; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 340.51 feet along said South line; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 19 seconds East 1328.29 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50 minutes 26 seconds East 670.38 feet along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 59 seconds West 666.42 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 330.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 59 seconds West 660.00 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542125 File #297518F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default has occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by ALICE HAAKSMA, a married woman, of 12711 Sunrise Court, Wayland, Michigan 49348 (“Mortgagor”) to MERCANTILE BANK OF WEST MICHIGAN, NOW KNOWN AS MERCANTILE BANK OF MICHIGAN, a Michigan banking corporation, of 310 Leonard Street, N.W., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 (“Mortgagee”), dated November 15, 2004, recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, on January 3, 2005, Document No. 1139493 and re-recorded with the Barry County, Michigan, Register of Deeds on April 15, 2005, Document No. 1144934. By reason of such default, the undersigned elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of said Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this notice, there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on said Mortgage the sum of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY THREE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED NINETY-SEVEN AND 09/100 DOLLARS ($153,397.09), including interest at $23.87 per diem. No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay said amount, with interest, as provided in said Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public venue to the highest bidder at the East Doors of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, on Thursday, February 4, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. The premises covered by said Mortgage are situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Lot 106: Sunrise Shores No. 2, part of the S 1/2, NW1/4 of Section 30, T3N, R10W, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 42. Commonly known as Vacant Land, Sunrise Court, Wayland, Michigan 49348. PP# 08-16-220106-00. The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. DATED: January 7, 2009 NANTZ, LITOWICH, SMITH, GIRARD & HAMILTON Harold E. Nelson (P-27974) Business Address: 2025 E. Beltline, S.E., Suite 600 Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77541985 (616) 977-0077 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest MORTGAGE SALE - Default has occurred in a Mortgage made by Tracy C. Rine and Paul I. Rine to Omni Family Credit Union Union, n/k/a Omni Community Credit Union dated December 9, 2003, and recorded on December 15, 2003 at Document No. 1119221 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $108,033.42. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on February 18, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East entrance, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 5% per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan law. The property is located in the County of Barry, State of Michigan and is described as: THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST EXCEPT ALL THAT CERTAIN PIECE OF PARCEL OF LAND COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 18, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST; THENCE NORTH 220.83 FEET; THENCE EAST 579.50 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 224.17 FEET; THENCE WEST 578.50 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. ALSO THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL › OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWN 1 NORTH, `RANGE 7 WEST. Which has the address of: 12801 Holden Rd., Bellevue, MI 49021-9219 During the one year immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241 (a), in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Omni Community Credit Union Dated: January 14, 2010 By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) BUSINESS ADDRESS: Stephen L. Langeland, P.C. Attorney at Law 6146 W. Main St., Ste. C Kalamazoo, MI 49009 77542320 269/382-3703 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lyle M. Huyck and Janet L Huyck, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated July 26, 2006, and recorded on August 1, 2006 in instrument 1167937, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Ten Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Two And 79/100 Dollars ($210,332.79), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry county, Michigan for the place of beginning; thence North along the North-South 1/4 line and Norris Road 325 Feet; thence West 270 Feet; thence South parallel to said North-South 1/4 line, 325 Feet; thence East 270 Feet to the place of beginning. Parcel 2: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 26, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 89 degrees 46 minutes 03 seconds West 270.00 Feet from the South 1/4 post of said Section 26; thence continuing North 89 degrees 46 minutes 03 seconds West along said South Section line 330.00 Feet; thence North 00 degrees 07 minutes 35 seconds West parallel with the North-South 1/4 line of said Section 26 a distance of 325.00 Feet; thence South 89 degrees 46 minutes 03 seconds East 330.00 Feet; thence South 00 degrees 07 minutes 35 seconds East 325.00 Feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541871 File #295125F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Gary Groff and Cynthia Groff, husband and wife, of 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, and Bond Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Michigan, whose address is 2007 Eastern, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49507, dated February 19, 2009, and recorded on February 26, 2009 in Instrument No. 20090226-0001751 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, which mortgage has been assigned to Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 25, 2009 and recorded on July 2, 2009 with the Barry County Register of Deeds in Instrument No. 200907020006870, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of Fifth Thousand Twenty One Dollars and Sixty Two Cents ($50,021.62), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 16.85% and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the said debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on February 25, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., the undersigned will sell at the East door of the County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon said Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in said mortgage located in the Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan and which are described as follows: The East 50 feet of Lot 1 and the Westerly 25 feet of Lot 2 of Vogt’s Addition to Jordon Lake, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 32, Barry County Records. PP:# 15-105-001-00 which is commonly known as 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849. The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 DATED: January 14, 2010 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa, N.W. Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77542432 (616) 458-1315 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kay Kremsreiter and Carol Ginder, joint Tenants in common, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 20, 2006, and recorded on October 31, 2006 in instrument 1172126, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EverBank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Fifty-Five And 44/100 Dollars ($126,355.44), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West; beginning at a point found by commencing at the West 1/4 post of said section; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East on the West 1/4 line of said section 676.31 feet to the point of beginning of this description; thence continuing North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East on said 1/4 line 220.13 feet to the West line of the East 421, feet of the West 1/2 of said Southwest 1/4; thence South 01 degrees 58 minutes 44 seconds East on said West line which is parallel with the East line of the West 1/2 of said Southwest 1/4 corner 427.85 feet to an intermediate traverse line along the creek; thence North 51 degrees 11 minutes 36 seconds West on said traverse line 290.56 feet; thence North 01 degrees 58 minutes 41 seconds West parallel to said East line 245.65 feet to the place of beginning. together with all land lying between said traverse line and the centerline of said creek line between East and west line extended South. Vin # MY9845786ABW NAME: Fairmont Model:Friendship Date of:1197 Which by Intention of the Parties, Shall constitue a part of the Realty and shall pass with it The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541939 File #296870F01 evidence or there was a clear feeling that it would not be in the best interests of the child. Rep. Calley sponsored this bill, earlier this year, and he is hoping that it will get at least a hearing in the judiciary committee.” Resident Chet Merda spoke in favor of the bill, explaining that 30 other states already have enacted legislation similar to the kind it proposes. “I don’t think we should be in last place,” he said. Fellow resident Mark Englerth echoed Merda, saying, “Historically, we’ve addressed the financial needs of the children, but we’ve really not focused on the physical and emotional needs. And even children from a broken home need the loving and the nurturing from both parents.” Contrary to Englerth and Merda, resident Laurie Hamilton said that she was not in favor of the bill’s passage. “I have a current custody case in Barry County,” she said. “By changing the law in this manner, I think would directly affect families in a negative manner. I personally know families that do the split-family situation, and it’s my experience that, because the children have two homes, they don’t have a full-time home.” Hamilton said that, based on her experiences as a substitute teacher and Girl Scout leader, divorced fathers often are not awarded as much time with their children as mothers because of a lack of effort on their part. “I think that, for the most part — and I can’t speak for everybody — but for fathers that do not have as much parenting time as the mother, is because they haven’t tried as hard,” she said. The board also took the following the actions: • Approved a grant contract from the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (Byrne/JAG) for assistance with Barry County Drug Court, a program that seeks to end addiction through the use of MILLAGE, continued on next page Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Allen W Ruthruff and Fayetta Ruthruff aka Allen W and Fay Ruthruff, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to First Chicago NBD Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated October 16, 1998, and recorded on November 3, 1998 in instrument 1020278, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Five Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-One And 42/100 Dollars ($25,681.42), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Land situated in the Township of Hope, County of Barry, state of Michigan, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 30, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry county, Michigan, distant East 696.3 feet from the North 1/4 corner of said Section 30; thence East, 424 feet along said North Section line; thence South, 672 feet along the West line of Nadall Drive; thence West, 482 feet more or less, to the centerline of a 33 foot wide roadway easement; thence North 00 degrees 09 minutes East, 250 feet along said centerline; thence continuing along said centerline North 07 degrees 46 minutes East, 594.5 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Northerly 33 feet thereof for Rose Road. Together with and subject to a private easement for roadway purposes over the Westerly 16.5 feet thereof, and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542390 File #300211F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN 56B JUDICIAL DISTRICT FORFEITURE NOTICE LAND CONTRACT Court Address 206 WEST COURT STREET, SUITE 202, HASTINGS, MI 49058 Court Telephone No.: (269) 945-1404 LEONARD GRAFF 8249 Guernsey Lake Rd. Delton, MI 49046 1. You are notified that a certain land contract, dated 04/05/2007 between RAY VILLAIRE as seller(s) (party[ies] of the first part), and LEONARD GRAFF as purchaser(s) (party[ies]) of the second part), concerning the property at 8249 GUERNSEY LAKE RD., DELTON, MI 49046 is in default because of nonpayment of installments of principal and/or interest. 2. You have forfeited your rights under the land contract, and payment is demanded by MICHAEL VILLAIRE, who holds the land contract as Trustee of The Raymond F. Villaire Trust. 3. The sum of $48,000.00 is now past due in principal and interest under the land contract. The dates upon which payments were due are June 1, 2009. 4. The total amount due, or the material breach(es) of contract, must be cured or paid within 15 days* from the of the service of notice upon you. (*15 days, unless the parties have by contract agreed to a longer time.) 5. If the total amount due is not paid in full within the time states, or if the material breach(es) is/are not cured within the time stated, the land contract will be forfeited, as provided in the contract, and you will be required to move out and give up the described property without/further notice to you. IF YOU DO NOT MOVE OR PAY VOLUNTARILY, THE CONTRACT HOLDER MAY TAKE YOU TO COURT TO EVICT YOU. 6. The property is described as (give legal description): HOPE TWPSEC 20 T2N R9W, LOTS 48, 49 & 50 IGOWILD HEIGHTS ALSO A STRIP OF LAND 16 FT WIDE ON E SIDE LOT 50, 75 FT IN LENGTH ALSO COM E 1/4 POST SEC 20 T2N R9W TH S ON E LN SD SEC 509.62 FT TO C/L M43 HWY TH S77º31’25” W 1373.81FT, TH S08º30’ W 29.47FT TO C/L GUERNSEY LAKE RD TH S 77º31’25” W7.38 FT, TH S59º41’25” W 50.11 FT, TH W32º22’35”W 99.95 FT, TH N88º55’28” N 232.41FT, TH N75º49’36” W 194.8FT, TH S27º16’15”W TO LAKE AND POB TH N 27º16’15” E TO C/L GUERNSEY LAKE RD. TH E’LY ON C/L ARC LEFT CURVE 47.95 FT RADIUS 429.80FT CHORD S65º55’28” E 47.92FT TH S27º16’15” N TO TRAVESR LINE ON LAKE, THE NW’LY ON SHORE TO POB ALSO COM. ON THE E LINE OF LOT 49 IGOWILD HEIGHTS AT THE PT WHERE SAID LINE INTERSECTS THE S MOST POINT OF TH EXISTED HOUSE ON THAT LINE FOR POB; TH SW’LY ON THAT LINE 20 FT, THE SE’LY PARRELLEL WITH EXTENSION OF N ROW LINE HIGHLAND DR. 25 FT, TH NE’LY PARRELLEL WITH E LINE LOT 49 IGOWILD HEIGHTS 70 FT, TH NW’LY PARRELLEL WITH HIGHLAND DR 25 FT, THE SW’LY ON LOT LINE 50 FT TO POB. Date: January 4, 2010 Neal Barnett (P42777) 77542221 Attorney for Seller Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Donna Miller, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to American Home Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007, and recorded on June 5, 2007 in instrument 1181317, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Bank Of America, National Association as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-One Thousand One Hundred Fifty-Five And 58/100 Dollars ($171,155.58), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel B: Beginning At The North 1/4 Post Of Section 20, Town 1 North, Range 10 West; Thence South 88 Degrees 56 Minutes East Along The North Line Of Said Section 334 Feet To The Place Of Beginning; Thence South 88 Degrees 56 Minutes East Along The North Line Of Said Section 331 Feet, Thence South 0 Degrees 30 Minutes 20 Seconds West Parallel With The North And South 1/4 Line Of Said Section 285 Feet, Thence North 88 Degrees 56 Minutes West 331 Feet; Thence North 0 Degrees 30 Minutes 20 Seconds East Parallel To Said North And South 1/4 Line 285 Feet To The Place Of Beginning. Subject To Highway Right Of Way Over The Northerly 33 Feet Thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542065 File #299564F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Linda L Garbow single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 21, 2008, and recorded on April 3, 2008 in instrument 200804030003690, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-Two And 35/100 Dollars ($124,922.35), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 10 West; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 52 seconds West 1305.15 feet; thence North 89 degrees 51 minutes 45 seconds West 359.25 feet along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 27 to the true point of beginning; thence South 31 degrees 52 minutes 13 second East 109.68 feet; thence South 58 degrees 07 minutes 47 seconds West, 120.00 feet to the Northeasterly right-of-way line of Highway M-37; thence along said right of way line North 31 degrees 52 minutes 13 second West, 105.10 feet; thence Northwesterly 78.90 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 2814.79 feet and the chord of which bears North 31 degrees 04 minutes 02 seconds West 78.90 feet; thence South 89 degrees 51 minute 45 second East 140.21 feet along said North line to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542136 File #297869F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 28, 2010 — Page 11 MILLAGE, continued from previous page consistent therapy and positive intervention. • Granted authorization to Barry County Transit to apply for various grants and again appointed Joe Bleam as the organization’s manager. • Appointed Nevins to the county’s tax allocation board for 2010. • Approved a letter of support for creation and passage of legislation within the Michigan legislature that would allow the spouses of fallen soldiers who had received the Purple Heart to be eligible to register for vehicle license plates that reference the award. • Approved a bid of $305 from Janice Rugg for a 1983 GMC van belonging to the county’s sheriff’s department. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kyle B. Collins aka Kyle Collins and Donna J. Collins, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated May 9, 2007, and recorded on May 25, 2007 in instrument 1181006, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-Five And 47/100 Dollars ($134,775.47), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Bounded on the North by the South line of Philadelphia Street and on the West by the center of Old State Road that Crosses the Thornapple River on the Old Bridge and on the South by Thornapple River, Except: Commencing at a point where the West line of Main Street intersects with the South line of Philadelphia Street; Running thence West 9 Rods and 1 Foot; thence South to the center of the river; thence Easterly along the center of the River to the West line of Main Street, thence North to the place of beginning, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541976 File #297929F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mildred J. Martin, a married woman and Donald Martin, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 7, 2005 and recorded November 10, 2005 in Liber 1985, Page 1260, and also recorded in Barry County 12/17/2009 in Instrument Number 200912170012091, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Successor Trustee to Bank of America, National Association, as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank, N.A. as Trustee for the MLMI Trust Series 2006-WMC2 by assignment. And an Affidavit of Scrivener's to recorded assignment in Barry County was submitted for recording. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Three Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Seven and 70/100 Dollars ($93,467.70) including interest at 7.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the or inside of the main entrance to the Courthouse Bldg. in Charlotte, MI in Eaton County, Michigan at 10:00 a.m. on FEBRUARY 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Sunfield, Eaton County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: the part of Northwest fractional 1/4 of the Northwest fractional 1/4 of Section 19, Town 4 North, Range 6 West, Sunfield Township, Eaton County, Michigan described as follows: commencing 907.1 feet South of Northeast corner of Section 24, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, Barry County, Michigan, thence North 46 degrees East 217.5 feet along the center of the Highway, thence North 34 degrees 20 minutes West 144.5 feet more or less to Saddlebag Lake, thence Southwesterly along said lake to the West line of said Section 19, thence South to the place of beginning. Parcel 2: Lot 1, plat of Sandy Haven, Woodland Township, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 26, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 3, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541699 File No. 269.5242 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bernard Hause and Katherine Paulsen, Joint Tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated April 8, 2005, and recorded on April 20, 2005 in instrument 1145154, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., As Trustee For The Benefit of the Certificate Holders, Park Place Securities, Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates Series 2005-WCW2 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Six And 79/100 Dollars ($95,766.79), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing 209 feet North of the Southwest corner of said Southwest 1/4 for the place of beginning; thence North 218 feet; thence East 313.5 feet; thence South 218 feet; thence West 313.5 feet to the place of beginning. EXCEPT the North 33 feet of the South 242 feet of the West 313.5 feet of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Castleton Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542131 File #174291F02 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by GINGER L. ADGATE, A SINGLE WOMAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated September 6, 2005, and recorded on September 8, 2005, in Document No. 1152415, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Five Hundred Ninety-Seven Dollars and Fifty-Four Cents ($151,597.54), including interest at 6.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on February 11, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THE SOUTH 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTH 10 ACRES OF THE NORTH 15 ACRES OF THE WEST 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 6, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST. EXCEPT: THAT PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 6, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTH 1 / 4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 48 SECONDS EAST 2250.37 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST 1 / 4 TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 303.10 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 48 SECONDS WEST 260.59 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 363.81 FEET ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE SOUTH 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTH 10 ACRES, NORTH 15 ACRES, WEST 1 / 2 SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 , NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 6; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 19 MINUTES 07 SECONDS EAST 326.59 FEET ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THE WEST 1 / 2 , SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 , NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 6; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 46 SECONDS WEST 667.04 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTH 15 ACRES, WEST 1 / 2 , SOUTHWEST, 1 / 4 OF SAID NORTHEAST 1 / 4 ; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 48 SECONDS WEST 66.00 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST 1 / 4 TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 8, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77542203 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Roger L Bird Jr and Michele R Bird, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated November 9, 2006, and recorded on November 15, 2006 in instrument 1172782, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Thirty And 88/100 Dollars ($138,330.88), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 44 of Gackler's Payne Lake Plat according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, page 72 of Barry county records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542053 File #298748F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: William J Kowske, a married man and Reagan Kowske to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Mortgageit, Inc., Mortgagee, dated November 4, 2005 and recorded November 15, 2005 in Instrument # 1156249 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor Indenture Trustee under NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2006MTA1, by assignment dated April 23, 2009 and recorded May 1, 2009 in Instrument # 200905010004717 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Five Hundred Six Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-Two Dollars and One Cents ($506,652.01) including interest 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on February 4, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Section 1, Town 1 North, Range 10 West; thence North 88 degrees 46 minutes 00 seconds East 673.86 feet along the South line of Section 1; thence Northeasterly along an intermediate traverse line of the shore of Crooked Lake the following courses; North 11 degrees 53 minutes 08 seconds East, 76.89 feet; thence North 41 degrees 36 minutes 00 seconds East 97.80 feet; thence North 55 degrees 46 minutes 17 seconds East, 146.17 feet; thence North 26 degrees 32 minutes 46 seconds East 176.03 feet; thence North 62 degrees 39 minutes 54 seconds East 73.27 feet; thence North 77 degrees 03 minutes 06 seconds East, 215.35 feet; thence North 31 degrees 25 minutes 32 seconds East, 171.48 feet; thence North 41 degrees 44 minutes 01 seconds East, 219.01 feet; thence North 52 degrees 22 minutes 29 seconds West, 278.79 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence continuing along said traverse line North 83 degrees 19 minutes 05 seconds West 233.25 feet; thence South 77 degrees 21 minutes 53 seconds West, 227.42 feet to the end of said traverse line; thence South 28 degrees 58 minutes 12 seconds East, 243.51 feet; thence North 74 degrees 13 minutes 07 second East, 322.68 feet; thence North 09 degrees 38 minutes 07 second East, 150.00 feet to the place of beginning. Including lands lying between said intermediate traverse lines and the waters of Crooked Lake as limited by the side lines of said parcel extended to the waters edge. Together with and subject to a private easement for ingress and egress and public utility purposes over a strip of land 66 feet wide, 33 feet each of a centerline described as commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section 1; thence South 88 degrees 46 minutes 00 seconds, West 429.78 feet along the South line of Section 2 to the centerline of Parker Road; thence North 02 degrees 01 minutes 21 seconds East 33.04 feet to the true point of beginning of said described centerline; thence North 88 degrees 46 minutes 00 seconds East, 963.62 feet; thence North 41 degrees 27 minutes 28 seconds East, 426.76 feet; thence North 65 degrees 46 minutes 09 seconds East 96.13 feet; thence North 25 degrees 49 minutes 43 seconds East 99.85 feet; thence North 09 degrees 52 minutes 26 seconds West 238.56 feet to reference point A and the end of centerline. Said easement extended for cul-desac purposes 60 feet in all directions from said Reference Point A. Commonly known as 7805 Cougar, Delton MI 49046 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 1/07/2010 The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor Indenture Trustee under NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2006-MTA1, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77541990 Our File No: 09-17923 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Bryan Hughes, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 3514 W M 179 Hwy, Hastings, MI 49058-7647. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 22, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 22, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542472 File # 303317F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bruce L. Reges, an unmarried man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 10, 2006 and recorded March 8, 2006 in Instrument Number 1161024, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for JPMorgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-CW1 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Seven Hundred TwentyEight and 56/100 Dollars ($133,728.56) including interest at 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of land deeded by Frederick Galloway and wife to Sarah L. Marsh on April 10, 1869 and recorded in Liber 14 of Deeds, on Page 159 and running thence Easterly in center of Highway 13 rods; thence North 21 degrees 15 minutes West 11.6 rods; thence Easterly and parallel with said Highway to West line of land deeded by William L. F. Hams to Henry 0. Young, October 19, 1865: thence North on said 11.0, Young's West line to East and West 1/4 line Section 18, town 3 North, Range 8 West; thence West on said 1/4 line to the Northeast corner of Sarah l. Marsh's land: thence South 21 degrees 15 minutes East to place of beginning. Excepting commencing in the center of Green Street at the Southwest corner of land formerly owned by William A. Hans and running Northerly 11. 6 rods along the West line of said William L. Han's land: thence Westerly parallel with Green Street 4 rods: thence Southerly 11.6 rods parallel, with said William A. Hams' West line to center of Green Street, thence Easterly along the center of Green Street 4 rods to place of beginning, also except a strip of land 60 feet wide front and rear of West side of above description, premises sold to Maurice Pierson and recorded in Register of Deeds Office for Barry County, Michigan, in Liber 98 of Deeds on Page 446, all on West 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 18, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, also known as Lot 8 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 1, except a parcel of land described as commencing at the Northwest corner of Lot 6 of Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof for the place of beginning of this exception: thence North 71 degrees 45 minutes East 128.7 feet along the North lines or Lot 6 and Lot 5 of said Plat to the Northeast corner of Lot 5: thence North 18 degrees 15 minutes West 78 feet along the West line of Lot 4 of said Plat; thence South 89 degrees 30 minutes West 159.7 feet along the Northwesterly line of said Lot 8; thence Southeasterly to the place of beginning; also the North 20 feet of Lot 7 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, and Lots 850, 851 and 852 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, Barry County Michigan. Part of Lot 8 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, on Page 1, described as follows commencing at the Northwest corner of Lot 6 of said Plat, thence North 18 seconds 15 minutes North 20 feet at right angles to the North live of Lot 6 for the true place of beginning; thence North 71 seconds 45 minutes East 73.7 feet; thence South 18 seconds 15 minutes East 20 feet to the Northeast corner of said Lot 6; thence North 21 seconds 45 minutes East 55 feet to the Northeast corner of Lot 5 of said plat; thence North 18 seconds 15 minutes West 78 feet along the West line of Lot 4 of said plat; thence South 89 seconds 30 minutes West 135.13 feet along the Northwesterly line of said Lot 8; thence South 18 seconds 15 minutes East 119.20 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.1476 ASAP# 3404775 01/14/2010, 77542080 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010 SYNOPSIS HASTINGS CHARTER TOWNSHIP Regular Meeting Jan. 12, 2010 Six Board members present, Murphy absent; County Comm. Gibson, 8 guests. Barry Co. Road Commissioners presented 2010 Road Program. Approved consent agenda. Received Treasurer’s Report. Approved Township Depositories. Appointed Trustee Partridge to BIRCH Fire Board. Approved Walker, Fluke, and Sheldon as Township Auditors. Appointed John Lohrstorfer as Township Attorney. Paid outstanding bills. Meeting adjourned at 8:00. Submitted by: Bonnie L. Cruttenden, Clerk Attested to by: 77542495 Jim Brown, Supervisor Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Theresa J. Bloomberg and Todd A. Bloomberg AKA Todd Andrew Bloomberg, Her Husband, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage Services Co., Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2003, and recorded on July 22, 2003 in instrument 1109047, and assigned by said Mortgagee to National City Mortgage Co. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty-Nine And 25/100 Dollars ($89,889.25), including interest at 7.55% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 and the Northwest 1/4 of Southeast 1/4, section 29, town 2 North, range 10 West described as; Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence South 313.5 feet along the East line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 to the point of beginning; thence Westerly 517 feet parallel with the North line of said Northeast 1/4, Southwest 1/4; thence South 240 feet parallel with the East line of said Northeast 1/4, Southwest 1/4; thence East 517 feet parallel with the North line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence East 414 feet, more or less, along the South line of the North 553.5 feet of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said section to the centerline of Lindsey road; thence Northerly 240 feet, more or less, along said centerline to the South line of the North 313.5 feet of said Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4; thence Westerly 367 feet, more or less, along said south line to the point of beginning. Except Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of section 29 Town 2 North, range 10 West Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South 88 degrees 44 minutes 00 seconds East 2647.69 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said section 29 to the center 1/4 corner of said section 29; thence South 88 degrees 48 minutes 00 seconds East 239.15 feet along said East and West 1/4 line to the centerline of Lindsey road; thence South 14 degrees 25 minutes 03 seconds 279.61 feet along said centerline to the Northerly line of memory lane and the true point of beginning: thence South 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds West 683.81 feet along said Northerly line; thence continuing 176.48 feet along said Northerly line and the arc of a nontangent curve to the left, the radius of which is 60.00 feet, the central angle of which is 168 degrees 30 minutes 21 seconds and the chord of which bears South 82 degrees 11 minutes 53 seconds West, 119.40 feet; thence South 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds West 850.97 feet to the west line of the northeast 1/4 of the southwest 1/4 of said section 29; thence South 00 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds West, 795.36 feet along said west line; thence South 88 degrees 49 minutes 40 seconds East feet along the south lineof the northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said section 29; thence North 00 degrees 09 minutes 59 seconds East, 546.68 feet; thence North 41 degrees 07 minutes 30 seconds, 266,46 feet; thence North 00 degrees 10 minutes 28 seconds162.85 feet to the Southerly line of memory lane; thence North 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds East, 485.74 feet along said Southerly line to said centerline of Lindsey road; thence North 14 degrees 25 minutes 03 seconds West 86.44 feet along said centerline to the point of beginning. containing 22.23 acres of land more or less. together with and subject to a private non-exclusive easement for ingress, egress and public utilities purposes appurtenant thereto for memory lane, described separately. description of memory lane a private easement for ingress, egress, and public utilities purposes, described as: commencing at the West 1/4 corner of section 29, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South 88 degrees 48 minutes 00 seconds East 2647.69 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said section 29 to the center 1/4 corner of said section 29; thence South 88 degrees 48 minutes 00 seconds East 239.15 feet along said East and West 1/4 line to the centerline of Lindsey road; thence South 14 degrees 25 minutes 03 seconds East 279.61 feet along said centerline to the true point of beginning; thence South 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds West 683.81 feet; thence 276.74 feet along the arc of a non-tangent curve to the left, the radius of which is 60.00 feet, the central angle of which is 264 degrees 16 minutes 02 seconds and the chord of which bears South 34 degrees 19 minutes 26 seconds West 88.99 feet; thence North 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds East 751,16 feet to said centerline of Lindsey road; thence North 14 degrees 25 minutes 03 seconds West 66.44 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542230 File #193371F02 �Page 12 — Thursday, January 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Scott Pearson, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 610 S Park St, Hastings, MI 49058-2140. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 22, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 22, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542501 File # 290225F03 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on April 12, 2002, by Jerry N. DePew, a single man, as Mortgagor, to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on April 18, 2009 in Document No. 1078516, as modified by a Modification Agreement recorded in Document No. 20090116-0000469 and a Mortgage executed January 29, 2004 and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on January 30, 2004 in Document No. 1121527, modified by a Modification Agreement recorded in Document No. 20090116-0000468 [collectively the “Mortgages”], on which Mortgages there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of One Hundred Two Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty Seven and 96/100 Dollars ($102,927.96), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgages, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgages, and the power of sale having become operative by reason on the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, March 4, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., at the Courthouse at 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, or the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgages, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan described in the Mortgage as follows: A parcel of land in the Northeast _ of Section 8, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the Northeast _ of said Section 8; thence East 98 feet, thence North 225 feet; thence West 98 feet; thence South 225 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 533 and 535 East Woodlawn, Hastings, Michigan. The length of the redemption period will be six (6) months for the date of the sale. Dated: January 28, 2010 PURKEY & ASSOCIATES, PLC Attorneys for MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Lori L. Purkey, Esq. 2251 East Paris Avenue, SE, Suite B 77542526 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546 77542533 NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. Notwithstanding, if the debt secured by this property was discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is NOT an attempt to collect that debt. You are presently in default under your Mortgage Security Agreement, and the Mortgage Holder may be contemplating the commencement of foreclosure proceedings under the terms of that Agreement and Michigan law. You have no legal obligation to pay amounts due under the discharged note. A loan modification may not serve to revive that obligation. However, in the event you wish to explore options that may avert foreclosure, please contact our office at the number listed below. Attention: The following notice shall apply only if the property encumbered by the mortgage described below is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.7cc. Attention Charles E. Sheldon & Stacey L. Sheldon, regarding the property at 403 Philadelphia St Nashville, MI 49073. You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. is the designee with authority to make agreements under MCL 600.3205b and MCL 600.3205c, and can be contacted at: 811 South Blvd., Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123. You may also contact a housing counselor. For more information, contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) by visiting www.michigan.gov/mshda or calling (866) 946-7432. If you request a meeting with Potestivo & Associates, P.C. within 14 days after the notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not commence until at least 90 days after the date said notice was mailed. If an agreement to modify the mortgage loan is reached and you abide by the terms of the agreement, the mortgage will not be foreclosed. You have the right to contact an attorney and can obtain contact information through the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738. Dated :January 28, 2010 Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Information may be faxed to (248)267-3004, Attention: Loss Mitigation Our File No: 10-20198 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Samantha Seume and Richard S. Seume, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 9703 Brumm River Dr, Nashville, MI 49073-9775. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 22, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 22, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542498 File # 306372F01 NOTICE OF INTENDED FORECLOSURE BY ADVERTISEMENT ON A PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE To: Joseph J. Davis and Misty M. Davis (collectively, the "Borrower") Property address: 612 S. Washington Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 This notice is being published as required by MCLA §600.3201, et seq. (the "Act"). The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with, CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, which holds a mortgage on the above property. Nadine C. Miller (the "Designated Person") is the person designated under Section 3205a(1)(c) of the Act to contact and that has the authority to make the agreements under Sections 3205b and 3205c of the Act. The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's website at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at (517) 373-8370. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the Designated Person, foreclosure by advertisement proceedings under the Act will not be commenced until 90 days after the date a separate notice under the Act is being mailed to the Borrower. If the Borrower and the Designated Person reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 968-0738. Warner Norcross & Judd LLP is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained by that firm will be used for that purpose. Dated: January 28, 2010 Warner Norcross & Judd LLP Attorneys for Lender By Timothy Hillegonds, a Partner 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street NW Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 77542513 (616) 752-2132 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Edward J. Porter, Single, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 11, 2003, and recorded on July 23, 2003 in instrument 1109232, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWABS 2003-05 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Seven And 46/100 Dollars ($158,327.46), including interest at 11.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 119 and 120 of Fair Lake Annex, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 63, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542059 File #299109F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Harry L. Osenbaugh and Tomi Osenbaugh, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 6, 2004, and recorded on February 17, 2004 in instrument 1122311, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Five Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Six And 14/100 Dollars ($75,856.14), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 357 feet East of the Northeast corner of Lot 12, Block 7, A.W. Phillips Addition, thence South 12 rods, thence East 99 feet, thence North 12 rods, thence West 99 feet to point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541946 File #298153F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Knapper and Lisa Knapper, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 27, 2002, and recorded on January 7, 2003 in instrument 1095057, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-One And 06/100 Dollars ($140,581.06), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, 990 feet South of the Northwest corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence South 330 feet; thence East 1320 feet, more or less, to the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence North 330 feet; thence West 1320 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542014 File #296859F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Knapper and Lisa Knapper, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 27, 2002, and recorded on January 7, 2003 in instrument 1095057, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-One And 06/100 Dollars ($140,581.06), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, 990 feet South of the Northwest corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence South 330 feet; thence East 1320 feet, more or less, to the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence North 330 feet; thence West 1320 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542047 File #296859F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Melody Fetzer and Richard Fetzer, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 2230 Parker Dr, Wayland, MI 49348-9312. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 25, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 25, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542517 File # 306775F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Estate Of Jacqueline L. Thompson, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 821 N East St, Hastings, MI 49058-1310. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 26, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 26, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542531 File # 306226F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Amy L Grathen, a Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 14, 2005, and recorded on December 27, 2005 in instrument 1158195, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Five Thousand Five Hundred Ninety-Eight And 41/100 Dollars ($95,598.41), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 11 of Johnson's Addition to the Village of Middleville, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 2. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542216 File #304074F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard C. Manni and Valerie A. Manni, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2006 and recorded August 8, 2006 in Instrument Number 1168286, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Nine Thousand Six Hundred Seventy-Four and 70/100 Dollars ($199,674.70) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 11, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: commencing at the Southeast corner of said section 11; thence North 00 degrees 40 minutes 03 seconds West 964.00 feet along the East line of said section to the point of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 40 minutes 30 seconds West 350.96 feet; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 22 seconds West 1240.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 40 minutes 03 East 352.19 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 55 seconds East 1239.98 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.2420 ASAP# 3407084 01/14/2010, 77542152 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stanley G Norris Sr a married man and Karen S Norris his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 3, 2005, and recorded on November 14, 2005 in instrument 1156176, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand One Hundred Thirty-Nine And 71/100 Dollars ($295,139.71), including interest at 8.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan. Also the South 450.8 feet of the East 348.08 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541693 File #297366F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by George Jeffrey Kent, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated August 8, 2005, and recorded on August 22, 2005 in instrument 1151430, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc. Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-R2, Under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement Dated March 1, 2006 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Five And 81/100 Dollars ($149,485.81), including interest at 3% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 125 of the plat of Lynden Johncock Plat Number 1, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 93. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542074 File #299394F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 28, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to William C Labean and Pamela Labean, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 121 Candlewood Ct, Freeport, MI 49325-9651. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 22, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 22, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542478 File # 305865F01 Circuit Court Sale Case No. 09-366-CH Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C. is a debt collector, and we are attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Judicial Sale in Pursuance and by virtue of a Judgment of the Circuit Court of the County of Barry, State of Michigan, made and entered on the 19th day of November A.D. 2009, in a certain cause therein pending, wherein TCF National Bank, a national banking association, was the Plaintiff, and William F. Quick, an individual, and Birgit H. Quick, an individual, were the Defendants, Notice is hereby given that I shall sell at public auction to the highest bidder at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Barry County, Michigan (that being the building in which the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held) on Thursday, the 11th day of March A.D. 2010 at one o’clock p.m., (1:00 P.M.) Eastern Standard Time, on the said day, the following described property, viz: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Maple Grove, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan as described as follows, to-wit: Commencing 264 feet East of the Southwest corner of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 7 West; thence East 270 feet; thence North 165 feet; thence West 270 feet; thence South 165 feet to the point of beginning. Tax I.D. No. 10-015-100-00 This property may be redeemed during the six (6) months following the date of sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 Pamela Jarvis Barry County Clerk Drafted by : Attorney for Plaintiff Michael J. Thomas, Esq. Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C. 1425 Ford Building, 615 Griswold Street Detroit, Michigan 48226 (313) 963-1301 77542382 (1-21)(3-4) THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Marianne Krupp, an unmarried woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 31, 2006 and recorded September 14, 2006 in Instrument Number 1169974, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventeen Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Five and 01/100 Dollars ($117,875.01) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, distant East 690 feet from the Southwest corner of said Section 27; thence North 660 feet parallel with the West line of said Southwest 1/4 of Section 27; thence East 330 fete parallel with said South line; thence South 660 feet parallel with said West line; thence West 330 feet along South line to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 7, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 77541951 File No. 617.2325 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Steven Allerding and Tammy Sue Allerding, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1261 E Brown Rd, Freeport, MI 49325-9616. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 22, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 22, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542466 File # 305691F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David Vanluke, a single man, to Paul A. Getzin and Lynn M. Getzin DBA West Michigan Financial Services, Mortgagee, dated June 17, 2002 and recorded June 26, 2002 in Instrument Number 1082836, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Nationstar Mortgage LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Seven and 48/100 Dollars ($120,567.48) including interest at 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2, Crystal Lake Estates Plat, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 73. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 426.0921 ASAP# 3407065 01/14/2010, 77542157 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charle R Wiltse, Jr., a single amn, original mortgagor(s), to Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis, Mortgagee, dated November 24, 2004, and recorded on November 30, 2004 in instrument 1137913, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Eight And 38/100 Dollars ($133,278.38), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 100 of Lynden Johncock Plat No. 1, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, on Page 93 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77541885 File #296341F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kenneth Lynema and Wendy L. Lynema, Husband and Wife, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2004 and recorded October 4, 2004 in Instrument Number 1134930, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Three Thousand Five Hundred Forty-One and 15/100 Dollars ($123,541.15) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 21, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan which is South 00 degrees 18 minutes 29 seconds West, 408.70 feet from the Northeast corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 18 minutes 29 seconds West, 250.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 49 minutes 52 seconds West, 333.39 feet; thence North 00 degrees 18 minutes 29 seconds East, 250.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 49 minutes 52 seconds East, 339.39 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.5403 ASAP# 3407033 01/14/2010, 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010 77542162 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeffrey R. Bauer and Elizabeth A. Bauer, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Mortgagee, dated December 14, 2007, and recorded on January 2, 2008 in instrument 200801020000060, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-Three And 14/100 Dollars ($180,363.14), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 28, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as commencing at the Southwest corner of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 28, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, thence North on the West Section line 250 feet, thence Easterly at right angles to Section line 530 feet, thence Southerly parallel to first mentioned course 250 feet to South Section line, thence Westerly along said Section line 530 feet to the place of beginning, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542235 File #289651F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Heather L. Hoffman, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 25, 2006, and recorded on December 7, 2006 in instrument 1173642, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Four And 87/100 Dollars ($144,344.87), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the North 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 4, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, described as: commencing at the North 1/4 post of said Section 4; thence East on the Section line 697 feet for a point of beginning; thence East on said Section line 148.5 feet; thence South 90 rods, more or less, to the South line of said North 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4; thence West 148.5 feet; thence North 90 rods, more or less, to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542196 File #300210F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Carole Garlinger, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 312 Center Ct, Nashville, MI 49073-9714. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 22, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 22, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542469 File # 305473F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stacy L Johnson and Dean R Johnson wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 28, 2007, and recorded on January 2, 2008 in instrument 200801020000107, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Five And 24/100 Dollars ($100,285.24), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 57 feet of Lots 4 and 5, and the West 56 feet of Lot 3, all in Block 3, of A.W. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542141 File #297864F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Corey L Bumford, a married man and Tonya Bumford, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Gehrke Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated June 14, 2001, and recorded on June 29, 2001 in instrument 1062320, and assigned by said Mortgagee to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Three Thousand Three Hundred Fifty-Eight And 11/100 Dollars ($73,358.11), including interest at 7.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 11 rods West of the Northeast corner of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West; Thence West 11 rods on the East and West 1/4 line; Thence South parallel with the North and South 1/4 line 22 rods; Thence East parallel with the East and West 1/4 line 11 rods; Thence North parallel with the North and South 1/4 line 22 rods to the place of beginning including a joint driveway on the West boundary thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542120 File #298297F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Kevin Jon Neff and Jennifer M Neff, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 203 High St, Middleville, MI 493338699. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 26, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 26, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542519 File # 306898F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael A. Harper, a married man and Ladonna I. Harper, a married woman husband and wife, to Washington Mortgage Company, A Michigan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 31, 1998 and recorded September 8, 1998 in Instrument Number 1017602, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by HSBC Bank USA, as Trustee in trust for Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Asset Backed PassThrough Certificates Series 2003-HE4 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Eight and 92/100 Dollars ($58,498.92) including interest at 9.45% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Delton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 6, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, described as commencing at a point 8 rods South of the Southeast corner of Lot 23 of the Village of Delton, according to the recorded plat thereof, thence South along the West side of Highway 8 rods, thence West 8 rods, thence North 8 rods, thence East 8 rods to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 7, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 306.2199 ASAP# 3398369 01/07/2010, 77541956 01/14/2010, 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Travis Williams and Jessica A Williams, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 17, 2006, and recorded on February 27, 2006 in instrument 1160627, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fourteen Thousand Four Hundred Ten And 33/100 Dollars ($114,410.33), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: Parcel of land located in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section 12; thence North along the West line of said Section 526 feet to the point of beginning; thence East perpendicular to said West Section line 470 feet; thence North parallel with said West Section line 250 feet; thence West perpendicular to said West Section line 470 feet to said West Section line thence South along said West Section line 250 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542311 File #299389F01 �Page 14 — Thursday, January 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Eagles keep record perfect with win in the Valley The Lions’ Terri Hurosky goes up for a shot in front of Olivet’s Ana Byrens during the first quarter Friday at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor After staking the top ranked team in Class C to a 6-0 lead, the Lions hung with the Eagles from Olivet for most of the first quarter. It was 12-10 after a three-pointer by Elizabeth Stewart with just under a minute and a half to play in the opening session. The Olivet varsity girls’ basketball team went on a 9-0 run the rest of the period to pull away from the host Lions Friday. And they kept pulling away. The Eagles improved to 12-0 on the season with a 66-34 victory over Maple Valley. “They’re a team of runs. Olivet is a major team of runs and I would bet to say that we played six and a half or seven minutes is probably about what we played to keep us right there,” said Maple Valley head coach Landon Wilkes. “They have a lot of weapons off the bench, and a lot of weapons on the floor. We’ve got to do a better job of staying out of foul trouble.” The Lions did a good job of rebounding the basketball early on, but once the post players started heading to the bench the Lions struggled. Catara Briggs and Jennifer Kent both picked up a pair of fouls in the first quarter. Terri Hurosky was whistled for her second early in the second quarter. All three missed significant minutes, and all three also picked up their third foul before the end of the first half. The Eagles had weapons behind the three- point line, and also showed that they have weapons that can drive and attack the basket. That led to the Lion foul trouble. The 9-0 Olivet run at the end of the first quarter was comprised of Leslee Rigelman knocking down two of three free throws after being fouled on a three-point attempt, a fourpoint play by Jackie Cousineau after she was fouled on a three on the ensuing Eagle possession, and then a three-point bucket by Rigelman. The Eagles took off from there, extending their lead to 41-17 at the half. Olivet’s full-court pressure wore on the Lions, but didn’t bother them too much. The problem Maple Valley had was running its offense once it got across the half-court stripe. The Lions finished the night with 25 turnovers. “We struggled to get movement after we broke the press,” Wilkes said. Rigelman finished with 16 points for the Eagles, Kelsey Campbell 15, and Cousineau and Katy Barkley had 11 points each. Maple Valley got 12 points from Kent, and six points and seven rebounds from Hurosky. “Effort-wise, I thought we put up enough effort tonight. Our effort was good,” Wilkes said. The Lions are now 6-4 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association on the season, and 7-5 overall. They knocked off Galesburg-Augusta Tuesday, 44-33. The Lions limited the Rams to just ten first- Maple Valley’s Jennifer Kent is hit by Olivet’s Lauren Fisk as she attacks the basket in the second quarter Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) half points, including just three in the second quarter. Maple Valley led 19-10 at the half. Stewart led the Lions on the night with 20 points, while Kent added ten and Jordan Beachnau and Briggs had five each. The Maple Valley girls visit Delton Kellogg Friday evening.. FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. To: Russell M. Peasley 8797 South Clark Road Nashville, MI 49073 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (517) 373-8370, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: January 28, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 241.5198 77542539 ASAP# 3423938 01/28/2010 The Lions’ Riley Fisher (11) and Austin Tobias try to steal a rebound away from Olivet’s Tim Johnson during the fourth quarter Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lions rally short in fourth against Olivet Maple Valley’s Ross Smith (5) has a shot turned aside by Olivet’s Quintan Harris during the third quarter Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Carrie Carr, Darrell Carr and Victoria Carr (“Borrower”) to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 1235 Mill St, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of January 25, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Melody Bowman (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after January 25, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. January 25, 2010 By: MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB 629 W State Street, 77542543 Hastings, MI 49058 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Tyson G Geib, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 604 W Main St, Middleville, MI 49333-8660. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 22, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 22, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542504 File # 306057F01 by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The home court has provided a couple of heartbreakers for the Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball team this season, but the Lions are still looking forward to a secondhalf of the season which will be home heavy. Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ basketball team fell to 0-9 on the season, and 0-7 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association, with a 58-50 loss to Olivet Friday in just its second home game of the season. The first was a one-point loss to Hackett Catholic Central. The Lions were slated to be on the road for their two contests this week too, at Galesburg-Augusta Tuesday and Delton Kellogg Friday. Maple Valley fell behind by as many as 12 points early in the fourth quarter, and battled back to cut the Olivet lead to one with 3:16 left to play on a three-point play by guard Garrett Reid. Maple Valley had the ball a couple of times down the stretch with the Eagle lead cut to three, but Olivet’s Tim Johnson came up with a blocked shot and steal as well as a big defensive rebound to get the ball back for his team. The Lions led 15-10 after one quarter, and still trailed by only three at the half (28-25). “We played great defense, heads up, rebounded extremely well, didn’t turn the ball over,” Maple Valley head coach Trent Harvey said of the early success for his team. “We just missed shots in the third quarter. We missed five open looks at threes. If one of those falls, it’s a different ball game.” Reid led the Lion rally in the fourth quarter, scoring 11 of his team-high 17 points in the final five and a half minutes of the game. “They didn’t have a guy to guard him. They really didn’t,” Harvey said. “I told him to got and shoot and dish. He did a great job of taking the ball to the basket.” Ross Smith finished with 14 points, and Trenton Courtney had seven for the Lions. Austin Tobias also added 11 rebounds and four steals. Olivet got 17 points from Jay Cousineau, and 16 from Johnson who had all 16 in the first half. STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-025498-DE Estate of MARTIN C. ALLERDING, Deceased. Date of birth: 5-16-46. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Martin C. Allerding, who lived at 602 Gaskill Road, Hastings, Michigan died January 4, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Martin C. Allerding, II, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court Street, Hastings, MI and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: January 25, 2010 Philip M. Idema P-15328 508 Waters Building Grand Rapids, MI 49503 458-1075 Martin C. Allerding, II 161 Southbrook, S.E. Grand Rapids, MI 49548 77542547 827-9668 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Trust In the matter of FLORENCE GIRRBACH FAMILY TRUST DATED APRIL 29, 2004. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, FLORENCE M. GIRRBACH, who lived at 328 South Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 died January 5, 2010 leaving a certain trust under the name of THE FLORENCE GIRRBACH FAMILY TRUST DATED APRIL 29, 2004, wherein the decedent was the Settlor and RAY L. GIRRBACH, and TIMOTHY J. GIRRBACH were named as the Co-Trustees serving at the time of or as a result of the decedent’s death. Creditors of the decedent and of the trust are notified that all claims against the decedent or against the trust will be forever barred unless presented to RAY L. GIRRBACH and TIMOTHY J. GIRRBACH the named Co-Trustee at 328 South Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: January 20, 2010 DAVID H. TRIPP 206 S. BROADWAY HASTINGS, MI 49058 269/945-9585 RAY L. GIRRBACH and TIMOTHY J. GIRRBACH 328 SOUTH BROADWAY HASTINGS, MI 49058 77542511 269/945-3252 PURSUANT TO 15 USC 1692 YOU ARE HEREBY INFORMED THAT THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION THAT YOU PROVIDE MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the condition of a mortgage made by Mark L. Claypool and Maeleah M. Claypool Husband and Wife to MERS, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc by a mortgage dated August 11, 2006 and recorded on August 24, 2006 in instrument No. 1169060 Barry County Records Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Three and 45/100 Dollars ($249,993.45) including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings; Michigan at 1:00 pm on February 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in the Township of Irving, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Southwest corner of the East 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 Section 20, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North, 600 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 20; thence East 580 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 20; thence South, 400 feet; thence West 330 feet; thence South 200 feet to said South section line; thence West along section line, 250 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Southernmost 33 feet for Barnum Road and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 1 year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 19, 2010 Michael M. Grand, Esq. GRAND & GRAND PLLC 31731 Northwestern Hwy., #151 Farmington Hills, Ml 48334 (248) 538-3737 76055 ASAP# 3417692 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010, 02/11/2010, 02/18/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Christophe Hawthorne, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1645 W Quimby Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-8337. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 22, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 22, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: January 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542475 File # 305293F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Wesley P. Wilkins and Charity A. Wilkins, husband and wife, to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. SBM Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc., Mortgagee, dated May 18, 2001 and recorded May 22, 2001 in Instrument Number 1060140, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Six and 27/100 Dollars ($77,766.27) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1 of Block 16 of the Eastern Addition to the City, Formerly Village, of Hastings, Barry County, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 7, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 326.3052 ASAP# 3398377 01/07/2010, 01/14/2010, 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010 ›77541961 LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate Estate of Delbert Eugene Jenks. Date of birth: 12.3.26. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Delbert Eugene Jenks, who lived at 560 E. Groat Rd., Dowling, Michigan died 4.4.09. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Franklin Eugene Jenks, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Hastings, MI 49058-1857 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Franklin Eugene Jenks 4731 E. Kirk Ct. SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77542584 616.822.7873 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bryon L. Thornton and Tamara J Thornton, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 3, 2003 and recorded July 9, 2009 in Instrument Number 1108095, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty-Eight and 12/100 Dollars ($150,838.12) including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 18, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 40 of Northridge Estates Number 2, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 6 of Plats on Page 17. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 21, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 393.0324 ASAP# 3415684 01/21/2010, 75542409 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010, 02/11/2010 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, January 28, 2010 — Page 15 COURT NEWS William Gene Hubbard, 49, of Battle Creek was sentenced to 12 months in jail under Judge James Fisher in 5th Circuit Court Jan. 20. Hubbard pleaded guilty to operating while intoxicated, third offense, stemming from an Oct. 2, 2009, incident on M-37 Highway. He was ordered to pay $60 toward the crime victim rights fund, $68 in state minimum costs, $500 court costs, $500 in fines and $360 probation fees. Hubbard’s jail sentence is to be served consecutive to any parole violations and he shall not be eligible for any earned early release credits. Donald Leroy Rose, 39, of Hastings pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle with the presence of a controlled substance and possession of marijuana, second or subsequent offense. He was ordered by Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court Jan. 20 to serve three months in jail on each count and 18 months on probation. Rose was assessed $100 in fines, $800 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights and $121 state minimum costs. His sentence is to be served consecutive to any parole violation, and the balance may be suspended upon payment of fees. The charges are the result of a Nov. 28, 2009, incident when Rose was discovered to be under the influence of marijuana while driving on Cobb Road. Bill Mansfield III, 36, of Alto pleaded no contest to criminal sexual conduct, fourth degree, force or coercion, before Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court Jan. 21. He was ordered to serve 12 months in jail and 60 months of probation from an incident that occurred May 30, 2009, with a victim between the ages of 13 and 16. Mansfield was assessed $2,000 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights and $68 in state minimum costs. Michael Paul Knapp, 27, of Battle Creek, was sentenced to between 18 and 180 months in prison after pleading guilty to felony home invasion, second degree, in 5th Circuit Court under Judge Fisher Jan. 21. The charges state that Knapp broke into a dwelling on Leinaar Road with the intent to commit larceny Oct. 21, 2009. He was assessed $60 crime victim rights fees, $68 state minimum costs and $500 in court costs. James Curtis Sivits, 24, of Hastings, pleaded guilty to possessing marijuana, second or subsequent offense, to Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court Jan. 20. The Dec. 8, 2009, incident resulted in two months of jail time and 12 months of probation for Sivits. He also was ordered to pay $500 court costs, $68 state minimum and $60 crime victim rights. Charles Levi-James Chapman, 35, of Middleville pleaded guilty to attempting to obtain a controlled substance, second or subsequent offense under Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court Jan. 20. His driver’s license has been suspended for 365 days and restricted after 60 days. He was ordered to serve three months in jail, 24 months of probation, $500 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights and $68 state minimum costs. The charges state that Chapman attempted to obtain Vicodin by fraud at Rite Aid Pharmacy in Caledonia and Maple Valley Pharmacy in Nashville but failed or was prevented in the execution of the fraud. The balance of Chapman’s jail may be suspended upon payment of $500, the balance of his fines and costs. Chad Jay Linn, 32, of Nashville pleaded guilty to one count of careless, reckless or negligent use of firearms resulting in personal injury and a probation violation. He was ordered to spend six months in jail and was credited for 97 days served. He also was ordered to continue on probation. The balance of his jail sentence may be suspended upon payment of fines and costs. Linn was assessed for $1,000 court costs, $60 crime victim rights and $60 state minimum costs. POLICE BEAT 5-year-old takes late-night stroll Barry County Sheriff Deputies responded to a call on M-43 near Martin Road from a resident who had spotted a 5-year old child walking by the side of the road on Jan. 23 just after midnight. When the deputy arrived on scene, the resident had the boy sitting his vehicle to keep warm. The child told the deputy he had woken up and thought he was alone so he decided to walk to his mother’s house in Woodland. The case was turned over to Child Protective Services for further investigation. Suspect uses ninja kick to enter barn A Dowling resident discovered he was the victim of a breaking and entering on Dec. 20. The Barry County Sheriff’s Department said it appeared access was gained to a pole barn through a service door that was kicked in. A powerwasher and toolbox that included more than 20 hand tools was taken. Music, coins and jewels taken Hastings Police are investigating a breaking and entering complaint of a residence in the 300 block of West Clinton Street that was reported the afternoon of Jan. 20. The break-in was reported by the homeowner after it was discovered by a family member upon returning home from school. It appears the suspect(s) entered the residence through an unlocked door and rummaged through several rooms. The suspect(s) took two Ipods and several hundred dollars worth of coins and jewelry. The incident remains under investigation. Name may be fake, but charges are real Hastings Police have arrested two individuals for obtaining and attempting to obtain medications with forged prescriptions. The first incident occurred Jan. 19 at the Family Fare Pharmacy when one suspect used fraudulent identification and forged prescription to obtain pain medication. On Jan. 22, officers responded to the Pennock Hospital Pharmacy after an alert pharmacist contacted a doctor’s office to confirm a phoned-in prescription and learned there was no record of the patient and the prescription was false. Officers made contact with the suspect who at first provided false identification but was later identified as a 26-year-old Battle Creek man. He told the officer he was just picking the prescription up for someone else, but could not give an account as to why it was in the name of his false identification. His alleged accomplice, the suspect in the Family Fare incident, was located in the parking lot of Pennock Hospital and also provided false identification. She was later identified as Teresa Misa, 41, from Battle Creek, who was wanted on two outstanding criminal bench warrants out of Branch and Berrien counties. Both suspects were placed under arrest and lodged at the Barry County Jail and are facing charges for obtaining or attempting to obtain medications by fraud, and possession of false identification. The incidents have been forwarded to the Barry County Prosecutor’s office for review. TK cheer wins a second Gold jamboree Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity competitive cheer team won for the second time in two tries in the O-K Gold Conference this season, Wednesday at Grand Rapids Catholic Central. The Trojans outscored the second-place Cougars by just over three points, once again LHS wrestlers ‘picking it up a notch’ Lakewood’s varsity wrestling team improved to 2-1 in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division with a 49-16 victory over host Williamston Wednesday. The Vikings are now 16-4 overall on the season, after also adding a 52-12 non-conference win over Charlotte on the night. The Vikings Joey Jackson, Willie Gross, Dylan Shoup, Darren Eaton, Tucker Seese, Mason Blackmer, Adam Senters, and Ryan Steverson were all undefeated on the night. “The kids wrestled really well,” said Lakewood head coach Bob Veitch. “Real physical and aggressive. That excites me. We’re picking it up a notch here.” Lakewood will close out the league duals Wednesday at Fowlerville, then the league season concludes Feb. 6 as they host the conference championship tournament. The Vikings are at the Sparta Invitational today (Jan. 23). Last Saturday, the Vikings finished in fifth place at the Michigan Duals in Bay City with a 2-2 record. Lakewood scored a 57-12 win over Bay City Western to open the action, then later topped Eaton Rapids 56-21. The Vikings’ two losses were a 48-32 defeat against Caro and a 39-36 decision against Romeo. Dundee took the day’s championship, with Richland second, Allegan third, and Caro fourth ahead of the Vikings in the 16-team tournament. Eaton, Steverson, Shoup, and Blackmer were all undefeated on the day for Lakewood. YMCA Standings YMCA WomenÕs Volleyball League Standings MacLeod Chiropractic 17-1 Aged Wisely 16-2 TK Ladies 16-2 Trend Setters 9-9 Winebrenner Construction 8-10 Blarney Stone 7-8 La Bella Vida 6-12 Balls of Fury 5-16 Net Results 4-14 Edward Jones 2-16 YMCA Adult Dodgball Standings Team Flex 21 Ninja Beavers 21 Recess Bullies 13 MisFits 01 Hastings Public Library gives weekly schedule Thursday, Jan. 28 — winter reading club continues; Movie Memories, Shirley Temple in “The Bachelor and the Bobby Soxer” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 29 — preschool story time about cats, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.; Project No Homework 4 to 6 p.m., community room. Tuesday, Feb. 2 — toddler story time about Groundhog Day, 10:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3 — The Terrific Teens celebrate Black History Month with “Ella Black and Zapper Games,” 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information. Return of ice, snow means dangerous roads Clarification With the recent change back to cold weather, Sheriff Dar Leaf cautions drivers to help lower the number of traffic accidents by taking a few precautions. “We have had two weeks of nice weather and nice roads. Now, we have bad weather on the way, so we need to slow down again,” said Leaf. Leaf said a few changes in daily routines can lower the likelihood of accidents. Leaving a few minutes early, driving slower and making sure vehicle tires have adequate treads can help prevent accidents. Ice and snow on an automobile’s lights can lead to hazards on the road, he said, adding that drivers often do not take the time to clean lights when they are clearing windows. Following the publication of an article on the possibility of relocating classrooms at Delton Kellogg Elementary School and renting out the building, Cynthia Vujea, superintendent of Delton Kellogg Schools, clarified that only the original half of the school would be rented out. Classes currently held in the original half would be moved to the newer addition of the school, she explained. Mixed signals cause school bus crash A Hastings Area Schools bus was involved in a traffic accident at 3:47 p.m. Tuesday afternoon. No injuries resulted, and the driver was the only occupant of the bus. According to the report, the bus driver approached a stopped vehicle on M-37 just south of River Road. The bus driver said the vehicle had its left turning signal on. The bus driver attempted to pass on the right side of the vehicle and the two collided when the second vehicle turned right rather than left. The driver of the vehicle told Barry County Sheriff’s Deputies that the right turn signal was activated before the crash. Call for Classifieds 269-945-9554 coming from behind in round three to finish first. TK finished the day with a total score of 722.6780 compared to the Cougars’ 719.6064. Caledonia was third with a score of 683.7538, followed by Wayland 676.0370, and Hastings 666.0400. Catholic Central had the top score in each of the first two rounds, a 216.7 in round one and 208.8064 in round two. The Trojans weren’t too far behind though with a 215.7 to start things off and then a 206.6780 in round two. TK outscored the Cougars 300.3 to 294.1 in round three. The Fighting Scots had to dig themselves out of a hole to move up into third place. Their 202.7 in round one was the lowest score of the round. The Scots then tallied a 197.2538 in round two and 283.8 in round three. Hastings scored a 203.8 in round one, a 192.8400 in round two, and a 269.4 in round three. The Saxons were a couple points ahead of Wayland headed into round three, but the Wildcats overtook them with a performance that earned them a score of 282.2. Hastings took the day’s JV victory with a score of 590.8696. Vikes limit Hornets early on in road win With a big first half, the Lakewood varsity girls basketball team scored its second win of the season in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division Friday. The Vikings built a 26-16 lead through the first two quarters, then made the plays it needed to late in the ball game to hold on for a 48-40 win at Williamston. The Vikings got 17 points and eight rebounds from Emily Kutch, and nine points and three steals from Lexie Spetoskey. “Defense was the key to the game,” said Lakewood head coach Tal Thompson. The defense wasn’t only key in the first half, but late in the game as well. Williamston kept battling. Spetoskey had one of her steals late that turned into a lay-up at the other end to seal the win. Madison King also had a big three late to hold off the Hornets. King and Kristin Hilley had three assists each for the Vikings. “We battled. Things went our way when they needed to,” Thompson said. “We made some big shots.” Lakewood is now 2-3 in the CAAC-White, and 4-7 overall. DeWitt knocked off the Lakewood girls Tuesday 46-28. The Panthers pulled away in the second half, after lead just 21-19 at the break. Lakewood was held to just two points in the third quarter, and only nine in the entire second half. DeWitt got 18 points from Tori KlewickiMcNutt and ten from Kaitlin VanderMaas. Hannah Acre added seven points and Dena Droste six. The Vikings got nine points from Kutch, and five each from Kati Kauffman and Cassie Thelen. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale Automotive Help Wanted AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home - farm business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. 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YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Phone (269)945-9554 or stop in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. �Page 16 — Thursday, January 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lakewood girls win their CheerFest, Saxons 2nd Lakewood had the highest score overall, winning the small school championship at its annual CheerFest Saturday. The Vikings girls had the top score in all three of the rounds, and won the title with a score of 698.5230. Plainwell won the big school championship with 661.7330 points. Hastings was second to the Trojans with a score of 646.9312, followed by Lowell 632.1564, and Wayland 626.0752. Behind Lakewood in the small school competition, Delton Kellogg scored a 579.5312, Allegan 574.7378, and Maple Valley 505.4520. The host Vikings scored a 211.2 in round one, a 195.2320 in round two, and a 292.1 in round three. Allegan had 22 points worth of deductions At Left: A Saxon stunt group performs during round three at Saturday’s Lakewood Viking CheerFest. (Photo by Dan Goggins) in round two, which helped Delton Kellogg move up into second place in the small school standings. The Panthers scored a 180.3 in round one, 166.7312 in round two, and a 232.5 in round three. Maple Valley scored a 165.9 in round one, 135.6520 in round two, and 209.9 (-6) in round three. Hastings got a 201.2 in round one, 181.0312 in round two, and 264.7 in round three. Plainwell edged out the Saxons by scoring a 198.8 in round one, 194.9330(-8) in round two, and a 276.0 in round three. Delton Kellogg also competed Wednesday at the Loy Norrix Invitational, where it placed fifth in the five-team field. Loy Norrix won the day’s championship with a score of 605.2990, followed by Berrien Springs 584.6720, Coloma 578.5840, Pennfield 576.1360, and Delton Kellogg 558.1640. Delton Kellogg’s varsity competitive cheer team runs through its round three routine during Saturday’s Lakewood Viking CheerFest. (Photo by Dan Goggins) Pace a problem for Saxons in losses The Saxons were unable to keep things at their speed in their last two ball games. Hastings’ varsity boys’ basketball team fell to 5-6 overall and 1-5 in the O-K Gold Conference with a 59-34 loss at home against South Christian Tuesday. Hastings also suffered a 62-44 non-conference defeat at Battle Creek Lakeview Friday night. “In both cases we fell behind early, and we’re the type of team that has to dictate the tempo and make it a slow style game,” said Hastings’ head coach Don Schils. “When we get off to slow starts, it forces us to play more up tempo which we’re not suited for.” South Christian moved out to a 16-8 lead in the opening quarter, then pushed its lead to 32-22 at the half. Matt Deppe led the charge for the Sailors, with 15 points including three three-pointers. He was the only player in double figures for South Christian, but Schils said, “everybody scored for them. They’re a well-rounded team.” Dustin Glaser led the Saxons with 12 points, and Keith Garber and Grant Heide added six points each. “We’re going to need to get more consistency in how we do things on both sides of the floor to be able to compete with up-tempo teams,” Schils said. In each of the two losses, the Saxons had more than 20 turnovers. Against Lakeview, Hastings fell in a 24-16 hole in the first half then was outscored 24-13 in the third quarter. Matt Cathcart led the Saxon attack with 12 points, and Heide added ten. Zach Passmore chipped in six rebounds and five assists. Hastings now has to go on the road to face the top two teams in the O-K Gold Conference. The Saxons travel to Ottawa Hills Friday, then Wayland Tuesday. It’s not all gloom and doom though. “We’ve got nine kids who are really working to try to take care of some of these problems of turning the basketball over and stuff,” Schils said. “They’re coming to practice and trying to work on and fix those things, and we’ll continue to do that.” Bowling association crowns first adult, youth champs The Hastings Bowling Association held its first ever Adult-Youth Championship Jan. 10 at Hastings Bowl. The team of JJ Barnum (left) and Jim Barnum earned the day’s championship. The team of Evelyn Ulrich and Josh Ulrich placed second, while John Haines and Brandon Haines placed third. (Photo by Jason Markley) 06706380 The Saxons’ Jared Bosma rises towards the basket between a pair of Sailor defenders Tuesday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Saxons’ Keith Garber (right) dribbles around a Sailor defender during Tuesday night’s O-K Gold Conference contest in Hastings. (Photo by Perry Hardin) SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org THURSDAY, JANUARY 28 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm Girls Boys Boys Boys Girls Fresh. Fresh. 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Railroad, Hastings (269) 948-9472 77542460 4:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:30 pm ��Page 18 — Thursday, January 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Saxons take Gold lead with 10-point win at TKHS Hastings coaches Dennis Redman (left) and Mike Goggins celebrate Beau Reaser’s pin of Thornapple Kellogg’s Peter Westra in the 215-pound match which opened Wednesday’s O-K Gold Conference dual in Middleville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor After all the build-up which included a couple hours of junior varsity and varsity ‘B’ matches, long walks for spectators across the frozen parking lot from nearby Page Elementary because the high school lot was full, and a Jimi Hendrix inspired performance of the national anthem, it only took five minutes for one team to celebrate like it had just won the league title. The O-K Gold Conference championship won’t be decided until the league meet at Grand Rapids Catholic Central Feb. 6, but Hastings’ varsity wrestling team took a big step towards earning its fifth straight conference championship by scoring a 31-21 win over Thornapple Kellogg in Middleville last Wednesday. “We knew that if we got on a roll that things could go our way,” said Hastings head coach Mike Goggins. “I don’t want to say I expected to win, but we knew we had the horses to win.” Thornapple Kellogg freshman Peter Westra led Hastings’ junior Beau Reaser 8-3 heading into the third period of their 215-pound bout which opened the varsity action. Reaser quickly got his initial escape then used his bread-and-butter move, a headlock, to throw Westra down to the mat. Reaser earned the Hastings 140-pounder Gage Pederson, left) tries to turn Thornapple Kellogg’s Cody Lydy onto his back during the second period of their match Wednesday in Middleville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) pin in 5 minutes 12 seconds as the Hastings bench exploded up off the floor in celebration. “Pete is a freshman and sometimes freshmen make mistakes,” said TK coach Tom Lehman. “He’s a good wrestler. He’s getting to be a tough wrestler all the way through.” “Pete usually throws a headlock. He likes to be in that position.” There were still 13 matches to go, but it was an early hole for the Trojans. If Westra holds his lead to win a decision in that match, and everything else stays the same, it’s a onepoint dual in the end. Reaser wasn’t the only hero for Hastings early on. The Saxons won eight of the first nine matches to build a 28-6 lead. “We matched up really well against them,” Goggins said. “I knew it could be as close as a point or two, or it could have been bigger if we got a couple swing matches.” That 215-pound match was one of those swing matches. Of the first eight Hastings wins on the night, all but two were three-point decisions. Reaser had the pin and Gage Pederson scored a 17-7 major decision over TK’s Cody Lydy at 140 pounds. Colton Marlette topped Adrian Foster 12-5 at 285 pounds; Dave Case downed Stevan Ling 8-6 at 112 pounds; Alex Auer downed Van Thang 10-5 at 119; Ken Cross topped Trevor Dalton 5-4 at 125; Mitchell Brisboe scored an 8-4 win over Zach Schnicke at 130 pounds; and Austin Endsley outscored Joseph Pawloski 10-5 in the 135-pound match. In four of those six matches the wrestlers were either tied or the Trojan had a lead at one moment during the third period. The Saxons got another win, a 5-4 decision by Michael Cross over Thomas Tabor at 152 pounds, in which Cross scored a reversal with seven seconds left in the period to earn the win. “We talked about scoring at the end, and we had a lot of kids that scored at the end,” Goggins said. TK’s lone win in the first nine matches was a pin at 103 pounds, as another Trojan freshman, Ryan Flynn, stuck Chris Feldpausch in 4:43. “He’s coming along,” Lehman said of Flynn. “He’s a tough little kid. He’s got a twin brother and they beat each other up and that always helps.” The Trojans’ Steven Cung Bik scored a 5-3 overtime win over Hastings’ Collin Ferguson at 145 pounds, and TK closed out the evening with an 8-6 win from Donovon Scott at 160, an 11-4 win by Nick Tape over Jason Eckley at 171, and a pin from Chase Schultz in the second period at 189 against Matt Mansfield. The dual, which began closer to 8 p.m. than its scheduled start time of 6:30 p.m., was extended as the Trojans’ honored their parents’ before the varsity dual and by the fact that the official called more cautions than anyone could ever remember in a single match. The Saxon coaches took to talking their wrestlers through every top side start from the edge of the mat. Hastings is now 5-0 in league duals, while the Trojans fall to 3-1. TK was slated to face Forest Hills Eastern last night, and will close the league duals against Caledonia Wednesday. The Saxons followed up the tough league win by taking the title Saturday at the Comstock Duals. Hastings didn’t have any trouble topping Warren Fitzgerald 56-13, Comstock 81-0, Galesburg-Augusta 84-0, Paw Paw 75-6, and Coldwater 63-11. “This was a slightly weaker tournament than we had expected, but we are still pleased with our efforts and attitudes,” Goggins said. Feldpausch (103 pounds), Kenny Cross (125), Pederson (140), Mansfield (189), Reaser (215), and Marlette (285) were all a perfect 5-0 on the day. Case (112), Auer (119), Mike Cross (152), and Schils (160) won four matches each, while Brisboe (130), Brian Baum (135), Ferguson (145), and Jake Stockham (171) won three times each. Hastings heads to the St. Johns Duals Saturday, then will close out the O-K Gold Conference duals against Ottawa Hills Wednesday. The Saxons’ Colton Marlette (top) scores back points against Thornapple Kellogg’s Adrian Foster during the first period of their 285-pound match Wednesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Viking boys finish first half of league slate with one win Lakewood fell to 1-4 through the first half of the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division season Friday. The Vikings were downed 64-49 at Williamston. The Hornets ran out to a 36-19 lead in the first half. Dylan Benit finished the night with 12 points for Lakewood. Nathan Bryans had ten, and Sam Desgranges nine. Williamston was led by Dylan Schultz who had 16 points, and Tyler Watters who added 14. Lakewood is now 1-9 overall on the season. To start a string of three straight at home, the Vikings fell to DeWitt Tuesday night 60- 45. The Panthers led 32-17 at the half, and pushed their edge to 46-25 through three quarters before the Vikings put 20 points on the scoreboard in the final eight minutes. Bryans led the Vikings on the night with 11 points, knocking down a pair of three-pointers. Cody Lindemulder had eight points, and Spencer Schuiling six. DeWitt’s Brandon Wegenke and Andrew Lerg both knocked down a pair of threes in the game. Lerg led the Panthers with 18 points, and Wegenke had ten. Jordan Johnson chipped in eight points, while Jeffrey Zamiara and Paul Jorgensen had seven each. Lakewood will be at home against Portland Friday, then hosts Eaton Rapids Tuesday. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-02-04.pdf 321461ddd58dc3542350e463488bb21f PDF Text Text City council to consider zoning change Lesson in good leadership Lakewood cheer nears league title See Story on Page 5 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 16 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 5 NEWS BRIEFS MEDC grants to be topic in Nashville Nashville businessman Gary White is hoping to bring improvements to the village. He will host a meeting Thursday, Feb. 4, at 7 p.m. to share information about grants available through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. The meeting will be held at the Green Light Driving School, 208 N. Main St. White said grants range from $30,000 to $200,000 per community with between 25 percent and 75 percent matching funds. Transportation office plans grand opening Saturday The American Red Cross of Greater Grand Rapids will host a grand opening of the Barry County Service Center in Hastings Saturday, Feb. 6. This service center will run organize transportation services out of Barry County and be run entirely by local volunteers. The ceremony will be held at the office, 149 W. State St., Suite B, downtown Hastings from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with the ribbon cutting at noon and is open to the community. To become a volunteer or for more information on the transportation services, contact the Barry County office at 269-818-0385 or visit www.redcrossggr.org. Community Valentine Dessert to benefit Haiti The public is invited to attend a Valentine Dessert event to raise funds to benefit earthquake victims in Haiti. A dessert buffet, including fruit, will be served from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 14, at Faith United Methodist Church in Delton. A free-will offering will be received, and all proceeds will go to Haiti. Besides a variety of desserts, the decor and candles will be geared to celebrate Valentine’s Day. The idea for the event originally involved the church’s junior high youth and Pioneer Club, and now many more community groups are getting involved, said Becky Annen, one of the adult organizers. The church is located on the corner of M-43 Highway (Grove Street) and Bush Street. Churches can give Lent, Easter info J-Ad Graphics newspapers will continue to accept information about special Lent and Easter services and events at area churches. Information about special Ash Wednesday or Lenten sermons should be submitted via e-mail to patricia@jadgraphics.com The deadline for information on Ash Wednesday events or services should be sent by 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 9. The deadline for information in subsequent weeks will be each Tuesday by 10 a.m. until March 30 for Easter services. This information will be published on a space-available basis. There is no fee for this service. Anyone wishing to purchase an advertisement for additional publicity may call 269-945-9554 to place an ad. BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, February 4, 2010 State funding cuts impact local library cooperative ‘Beware the Ides of March-’ by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Effective March 15, public libraries in the eight-county Lakeland Library Cooperative, including Hastings Public Library, Thornapple-Kellogg School and Community Library, and the Freeport District Library, will no longer offer regional library delivery service due to a reduction in state funding. While inter-library loan programs will remain intact, after that date library patrons will have to return materials to the libraries where they checked them out. Currently, a library patron could check out a book in Holland and return it to any other library in the cooperative. Starting March 15, the book, or any other materials, would have to be returned to the source library. A press release from the Lakeland Library Cooperative released the week said, “... its members are making the change in the delivery service to reduce costs, to preserve access to immensely popular services, such as interlibrary loan, and to avoid charging additional fees to patrons for library use. The previously offered delivery return service was a convenience for patrons that the local libraries and cooperative simply can no longer afford to support, particularly in light of additional budget cuts anticipated with the state’s (fiscal year) 2010-11 budget.” The elimination of the regional delivery service is a direct result of a 40 percent reduction in state funding to public libraries and cooperatives during the 2009-10 fiscal year, in addition to a 4 percent mid-year budget cut. As a result of the cuts, the Lakeland Library Cooperative and its member libraries have seen a collective reduction in funding of nearly $550,000. The cooperative includes 41 public libraries serving Allegan, Barry, Ionia, Kent, Montcalm, Muskegon, Newaygo and Ottawa counties. Barbara Hubers, librarian at Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library in Middleville, said she does not see at the current time any impact on the library besides the March 15 delivery service change. “All the libraries in this area are going to have to work out the changes in delivery service,” she said. Tammy Borden, director of the Freeport District Library, said staff members there will be working on educating their patrons about the pending changes. “We want people to know that they can still put a book on hold in Hastings and have it delivered to their home library, but they will have to return it to their home library, not in Hastings,” she explained. “The delivery service is being reduced, not eliminated completely.” The state budget cut is already having a direct impact on the Freeport District Library, according to Borden. “It has and it will have a direct impact on us,” she said. “This year, Lakeland will cover 11 percent of the 40 percent budget cuts out of its reserves. At Freeport, we are looking at a 29 percent budget cut, so we are definitely going to change our budget so we can meet all our costs. We are maintaining our current hours, staff and materials; but, we won’t be updating or purchasing new computers or equipment. “We are holding the line so as to not decrease service to our patrons. We live in Michigan, though, so we have to be aware that things may not get better next year,” she added, “Our Friends have really stepped up to help and have funded our summer reading program completely, so we are every thankful for our Friends group.” Evelyn Holzworth, director of Hastings FUNDING, continued on page 5 Mary Youngs scholarship concert set for Saturday An array of singers and musicians are tuning up to perform in the fourth annual Mary Youngs Scholarship Program variety show at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6 at First United Methodist Church in Hastings. There is no admission charge, but a free-will offering will be taken to support the Mary Youngs Scholarship Fund. Each year, scholarships from this fund are given to one or two Hastings seniors who have shown leadership in both music and athletics, which were Youngs’ passions. Youngs had been Northeastern Elementary School’s principal for 12 years when she died Feb. 19, 2006 from a heart attack at the age of 56. Some of the performers in Saturday’s concert are (from left, seated on the bench) Larry Gidley and Jennie Stafford; (standing) Erin Welker, who is in the photo representing the Barry Community Foundation; Beth Lepak, Steve Youngs, Fred Jacobs, Tom Alderson and Doug Acker. See the story inside. (Photo by Elaine Gilbert) County board to decide on development extension plan next week by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer A proposed extension to the Preliminary Initial Urban Services Area elicited the ost comment Tuesday at the Barry County Board of Commissioners committee-of-thewhole meeting. After nearly two hours of discussion, commissioners agreed 5-2 to vote on the extension proposal at its Feb. 9 meetings when the board meets as a legislative body. Chairman Robert Houtman and Vice Chairman Craig Stolsonburg, along with commissioners Michael Bremer, Howard “Hoot” Gibson and Don Nevins formed the majority, while commissioners Joe Lyons and Jeff VanNortwick cast the dissenting votes. Commissioner Michael Callton was absent. The Hastings Area Joint Land Use Plan details how area municipalities should partner with one another in actions involving growth and development. According to an edition of the plan dated March 2009, the PIUSA extends west, away from the City of Hastings, and encompasses areas that either currently receive urban services from the city or will be among the first to receive such services in the future. At their previous meeting as a committeeof-the-whole, commissioners contemplated the proposed extension before voting that the implications of its adoption be reviewed by legal counsel. James White and Mark Van Allsburg, attorneys with Mika Meyers Beckett and Jones, were present at the most recent meeting to give their analyses of the issue. If the proposed amendment to the PIUSA were to be instituted, its boundaries would be extended to encompass the site of a proposed hospital that would be owned and operated by Pennock Health Services. The site is located within Rutland Charter Township, on the corner of M-37 and M-43. The majority of discussion about the amendment centered on whether Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authority would be able to provide sewer services to the hospital if it were within the boundaries of the PIUSA or if its inclusion would mandate that it receive such services from the city. The Rutland Charter Township Board pre- viously voted to allow the sewer authority, which is based out of Delton, the opportunity to provide sewer services to the proposed hospital, as long as the organization received support from Pennock Health Services and the area municipalities necessary to do so. According to Van Allsburg, his research into the issue revealed no regulations detailing whether the sewer authority would be allowed to provide sewer services to the proposed hospital if it was within the PIUSA. “The current zoning ordinance that you folks have does contemplate that public and private authorities could be providing water and sewer, and nothing in the area plan COUNTY BOARD, continued on page 8 Banner sits down with Hastings school superintendent Hastings Superintendent of Schools Rich Satterlee by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Hastings Area Schools Superintendent of Schools Rich Satterlee and the district’s director of finance, Barb Hunt, sat down with a reporter from the Hastings Banner Tuesday morning to answer questions compiled from a variety of sources by the editorial staff regarding school funding, the district’s budget and fund balance, contracts, sinking funds and more. Below are the questions and the administrators’ answers. What is the per-pupil cost of education in Hastings Area Schools? Neither Satterlee nor Hunt knew the figure off hand. Hunt said she would look up the information in time for publication. (Wednesday afternoon Hunt reported, “The expenditures per student currently are $7,950.”) State Superintendent of Schools Mike Flanagan said in late January that early childhood education needs to be a priority in Michigan. Despite many parent concerns and the loss of potential students and funding, Hastings cut its Young Fives program in the summer of 2009. In light of Flanagan’s announcement, will Hastings move toward reinstating a pre-kindergarten program? Satterlee: “No, not at the current time. Do I want to have one? Absolutely, but currently we simply can’t afford it. But now, I will say this, I believe the first year of this program has been kind of transitional. But, we will look at kids having Year-Two Kindergarten next year, which, honestly, is what the program was when you had Young Fives. The difference is they are in with kids that will also go to first grade. What we will have is a Year-One and a YearTwo Kindergarten. That could cause some potential social issues. Satterlee: “Potentially, but that is what we did with Young Fives too, the difference was they were separated part of the day.” The Young Fives were actually in with the kindergarten kids? Satterlee: “Some were and some weren’t, depending on specials [art, music, etc.] pro- graming and things like that. I would say with Young Fives they were vastly more segregated than they were this current year.” When you mix the kids in the same classroom and some move on to first grade and others stay for a second year in kindergarten, do you think that seeing some of the peers that they have been in class with throughout the school year go on to first grade while they have a second year in kindergarten may give child a sense of being “held back?” Satterlee: “I think there are a lot of issues ... Yeah, potentially. It’s something we certainly have to look for. But, by the same token, you have to look for kids when we had Young Fives, who skipped kindergarten and went to first grade, that happened also. So, nothing’s perfect I guess.” Skipping a grade, advancing above your peers can be viewed in a positive light, but a second year in kindergarten may be perceived, in a child’s mind as being held back. SCHOOL BOARD, continued on page 8 �Page 2 — Thursday, February 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Walk for Warmth tackles local needs With much of the focus on international tragedies lately, it is easy to overlook the fact that hard times are happening right now, right here. “Individuals and families in our own communities are facing difficulties just keeping their utilities on and a roof over their heads,” said Sara Wallace, director of Housing and Support Services for Community Action. Barry County area residents can help tackle these needs by collecting pledges and turning out for the Walk for Warmth on Saturday, Feb. 27. For 25 years, Community Action has united local communities for a common goal through the Walk for Warmth. The event is a pledge-based event that raises funds to provide emergency heating assistance in Barry, Branch, Calhoun and St. Joseph counties. All walk funds raised in a community stay in that community to help local residents keep their heat on. Barry County’s walk starts with registration at 9 a.m. on the County Courthouse lawn, 220 W. State Street, Hastings. People can help Community Action by collecting pledges for the local walk as an indi- vidual walker, or by starting a team in their church, school, or organization. Contact Community Action at 269-948-4260 to obtain pledge sheets and more information or go online at www.caascm.org/walkforwarmth.htm. Those who are unable to participate in the walk but still want to help may mail in a donation to Community Action Walk for Warmth, P.O. Box 1026, Battle Creek, Mich. 49016. Please designate the county to which the donation should be credited. Wallace hopes Community Action will have the largest crowds ever at each of the Walk for Warmth locations. She encourages residents to turn their warm hearts into warm homes by participating in this event. Community Action is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) human service organization that serves low- to moderate- income, elderly, and disabled residents of Barry, Branch, Calhoun and St. Joseph counties. Community Action is dedicated to promoting economic and social opportunities that help people achieve greater independence, dignity and self-sufficiency. Bank saves after-school tutoring program The Meaningful After School Study Hours (MASH) program began 12 years ago to help students at Hastings Middle School who needed tutoring in core subjects. The “dropin” program allowed quiet study time alone or one-on-one tutoring with teachers. The program was cut by the Hastings Board of Education recently due to school funding issues. To reinstate the program, Hastings City Bank has made a donation to cover the cost of the MASH program for the second semester of this school year. “It is important to the bank to support programs that touch kids in our communities,” said Mark Kolanowski, president and CEO of the bank. “This program will provide afterschool tutoring for any student at the middle school needing help with any subject.” Tutoring will resume Feb. 6 and run through the second week in May. Sessions will take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. “This donation is important because we don’t have access to the at-risk funds that covered the cost of the program in the past,” said Chris Cooley, Hastings Middle School principal. “In addition, we traditionally run a summer school program that is now in question for this summer, which makes the MASH program that much more important. Although these are trying times, economically, I appreciate the fact that our local business community has stepped up to help us meet the needs of our students.” For more information about the MASH program, contact Cooley at 269-948-4404. State senator hears concerns of Delton Kellogg community by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer State Sen. Patricia Birkholz visited Delton Kellogg Elementary School, where more than 20 area residents gathered Jan. 25 to hear her address concerns about not only the future of Delton Kellogg Schools, but also the future of education in Michigan. The visit was arranged by Cynthia Vujea, superintendent of the school system, as a way for the financial difficulties facing Delton Kellogg Schools to be discussed not only in a community setting, but a setting that, with Birkholz present, might lead to positive changes. Before giving Birkholz the floor, Vujea delivered a presentation on the state of Delton Kellogg Schools. “What I want you to know is that we’ve worked really hard at this, both in the financial and academic realms, to make Delton Kellogg an absolutely exceptional place for children to grow,” Vujea told Birkholz. “And, in spite of the declines we’ve seen in revenue — and you know they’ve been tremendous, especially to rural school districts without access to most federal grants — we’ve made a tremendous difference, and we’re committed to continuing that.” Regarding finances, Vujea explained that the foundation allowance, or state aid, for Delton Kellogg Schools was reduced last year by $165 per student and that it is expected to drop an additional $268 per student either this year or next. Last year’s decrease brought Delton Kellogg Schools’ foundation allowance down to its current level of $7,151 per student. In addition to a declining state aid, Vujea also credited declining enrollment with contributing to the school system’s financial difficulties. According to the superintendent, Delton Kellogg Schools lost approximately 25 students last year and, before that, consistently lost about 80 students each year over the course of several years. Vujea partially attributed the loss of students to the recent rise in gas prices and the financial burden it has placed on those who commute to work. “We have no industry, here,” she said. “We Arts council learns about GR museum, supports new awards by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Alan Bedell, a docent at the Grand Rapids Art Museum, opened the annual meeting of the Thornapple Arts Council Jan. 28 with a slide presentation on the new downtown museum and its history. Bedell encouraged arts council members who haven’t been to the new “green” museum to stop in and see some of the exhibits celebrating the museum’s first 100 years. The concluding display will be a Princess Diana Amy Kinyon tells about the new Excellence Awards which will be presented in May to Barry and Eaton county high school students involved on stage and behind the scenes in high school musicals this year. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Alan Bedell, a docent at the Grand Rapids Art Museum, gives attendees of the annual meeting of the Thornapple Arts Council an overview of the architecture, art and programs at the new GRAM Jan. 28. (Photo by Patricia Johns) exhibit which will include her wedding gown. Hastings from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Then the local arts council heard from Amy Director Megan Lavell introduced herself Kinyon who talked about inaugural awards to those attending the meeting who were not that will be presented May 16 to high school board members. She said she is looking forstudents in Barry and Eaton counties who per- ward to the next major event, the annual Jazz form on stage or behind the scenes. Following festival in April. The arts council also is her presentation, the TAC voted to help spon- developing a new Web site. sor the new awards with a gift of $100. The annual meeting reviewed accomplishArtist Bob Brandt, a member of the arts ments from the past year. The board will hold council board, will be part of the March 11 elections at its meeting in February. Barry County Chamber of Commerce afterFor more information, call 269-945-2002. hours event Thursday, March 11. He will be at the Union Bank at 529 W. State St. in Who will be Miss Delton 2010? Delton area residents, local businesses, service organizations, employers, teachers, students and family members are being encouraged to nominate a young lady to be a candidate for the Miss Delton 2010 title. Any young lady currently attending Delton Kellogg High School or who lives in the school district and is attending a school in grades 9-11 may be nominated. The deadline for nominations is Wednesday, Feb. 17. The new Miss Delton and her court will be selected during a free public pageant at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 11 in the Delton High auditorium. The pageant is sponsored by the Delton Founders Weekend Committee and Chapple Realty. Flowers are provided by Delton Floral. Nominations should include both the name, address and phone of the person being nominated and the person making the nomination. The grade and school of the nominee should also be included as well as e-mail addresses. Nominations should be mailed to Miss Delton, 14700 Manning Lake Rd., Battle Creek, Mich. 49017. The young lady chosen as Miss Delton wins a $500 educational scholarship and a 16-by 20-inch portrait by Herb Doster, Photographer. Her four court members receive $100 Savings Bonds. All winners receive monogrammed T-shirts from Katie and Christy’s Mid Lakes Screen printing and Active wear in Delton. Miss Delton and her court traditionally reign over Delton’s Founders Weekend in August and participate in community service projects. The nominees and their parents are asked to attend an informational meeting at 7 p.m. Feb. 22 in the Delton High auditorium. For more information call (269) 7214000. State Sen. Patricia Birkholz answers a question Thursday while visiting Delton. have very little business to attract people.” More than 1,600 students currently attend Delton Kellogg Schools. Providing a historical perspective, Vujea explained that, while the school system had a fund balance of more than $2 million in 2003, a budget deficit of nearly $1.1 million for Delton Kellogg Schools is projected for next year. According to Vujea, in 2007 and 2008, Delton Kellogg Schools ranked near the bottom of school systems in the state, based on revenue. “When you look at the amount of money we bring in, 97 percent of the districts bring in more money than we do,” she explained. The superintendent’s presentation showed that, in 2009, Delton Kellogg Schools’ revenue totaled slightly more than $14.4 million, while its expenditures totaled just over $14.8 million. The privatization of Delton Kellogg Schools’ custodial staff; sharing of its food service director, Alan Walker, with Thornapple Kellogg Schools; and elimination of its freshman football and middle school cheerleading programs are but of a few of the steps Vujea said had recently been taken to reduce expenditures for the school system. She added that, in recent years, the numbers of Delton Kellogg Schools’ administrators, teachers and counselors have been reduced by 20, 24 and 40 percent, respectively. Vujea also spoke of plans to operate the fourth grade classes currently offered at the elementary school from the middle school. Eventually, the original portion of the elementary school will be shut down, and kindergartners, along with grades one through three, will be housed exclusively in the newer half of the school, she added. “It’s the least efficient, in terms of energy and lighting,” she said of the original portion. Contrasting the bleakness of Delton Kellogg Schools’ financial state, Vujea also detailed many of the school system’s recent successes in academics, including achievements made by students in areas involving the Michigan Educational Assessment Program, Advanced Placement Program, Odyssey of the Mind and others. “We want you to help us advocate for our children,” Vujea told Birkholz. “They are our future, and they’re doing awesome things. And I can’t believe that, if they went somewhere else, ... they would get any better education than what we’re providing here.” After hearing Vujea’s presentations, Birkholz congratulated Delton Kellogg Schools representatives and community members for their initiative. “You’ve done some really good, forwardthinking changes,” said Birkholz. “I know they were hard; I know they weren’t easy. ... You all need to be congratulated.” Of the recent changes implemented at Delton Kellogg, Birkholz referenced the sharing of its food services director with another school, saying that, despite blurring the distinguishing characteristics of neighboring school systems, this type of action likely will be seen more and more in the future. “I really have supported consolidation of services,” she said. “That’s incredibly important, and I know it helps a lot. I’m concerned, because our schools are our identity to our communities, ... and I hate to lose that identity, but I think there’s going to be a huge push for mandated consolidations.” One of the foremost topics discussed by Birkholz and attendees was the possibility of all public servants, including school teachers and administrators, being required to pay between 15 and 20 percent of the co-payments associated with the insurance plans their positions afford them. Birkholz explained that a bill to implement such requirements recently was introduced in the state legislature. “Everyone would have to pay a 20 percent co-pay on their health insurance, or 15 percent if they had a health savings account, which is probably very fair and probably the way that the rest of the world is going, today, if they have health insurance at their business,” she said. “But that would be a huge change, and it would be a savings of several billion dollars. “... I can tell you that we are on a fast track with this,” she said. “If we have to do it with a constitutional amendment, we’re gonna’ do that. If we can do it with a statute, we’re going to do that.” According to Vujea, Delton Kellogg administrators and maintenance workers, along with members of its support and secretarial staff who do not belong to unions, currently pay 5 percent of their insurance premiums, while the district’s teachers do not pay anything toward their insurance premiums. Birkholz explained that, in her experience, it was unusual for teachers to pay for none of their health insurance costs. “I have not heard that in a while,” she said. “So that’s pretty amazing.” In an interview after the conference with Birkholz, Sheryl Downer, finance director for Delton Kellogg, explained that the monthly health insurance premium for a teacher working in the district is just over $1,450. According to Downer, the average monthly health insurance premium for all of the school system’s administrators and several nonunion members of its support staff is slightly under $1,300. Resident Gail Hill said she was in favor of teachers being required to pay for a portion of their insurance premiums. She claimed that the costs associated with tenured teachers refusing to accept many concessions for their health insurance has led to less experienced teachers having to be laid off. “I liken this to guppies eating their young,” said Hill. While Birkholz explained that the bill addressing mandated co-payments for public servants was being targeted for speedy acceptance by legislators, resident Paul Searles said various unions would not allow such a bill to ever be passed. “With the unions that have the clout they do, it’s never gonna’ go anywhere,” he claimed. “It’s not gonna’ happen. Not in this state.” In a correspondence sent after the conference, Larry Etter, president of the Delton Kellogg Education Association, the teachers union for the district, said the health insurance arrangements for the school system’s teachers should be viewed within the context of the concessions they have made. “It is very popular right now to look at how much a public employee is contributing toward their health care cost,” he wrote. “Teachers, as a group, have high-quality health care coverage, as should every American. When discussing health care contributions at Delton Kellogg, the public should understand that teachers have repeatedly made significant sacrifices on their health care benefits for over 10 years. They have changed plans, changed deductibles and co-pays. The teachers even took a pay freeze for a time in order to maintain their health care, when the private sector was seeing yearly 3 to 5 percent wage increases. As we continue to bargain a contract, our negotiations team is offering, yet again, a variety of options to enable the district to save on health care. While teacher contributions may not have been in the form of a set amount or percentage, all of these compromises have in fact paid — and continue to pay — a considerable sum toward teacher health care at Delton Kellogg.” Another topic discussed extensively between Birkholz and attendees was that of charter schools. While several attendees expressed dissatisfaction with the way in which such schools are able to receive public funds without having to adhere to many of the regulations that influence more traditional public schools, Birkholz said charter schools have provided positive competition for traditional public schools in areas such as Detroit and are unlikely to disappear, due to the great deal of support they have. “I’ve always been a strong supporter of public schools, but not all schools can be all things to all people,” she said. “There are people that wanted charters. And, you know, that was started before I got to the legislature. And I have some charter schools in my district, and the parents love them, and the kids love them.” Louise Angelo, assistant principal of Delton Kellogg High School, said charter schools provide an example of one of the many factors that make it difficult for traditional public schools to succeed. “It seems we’re working at odds,” said Angelo. “On one hand, the state has the most lenient home-schooling laws of almost all the states in the union but maybe one or two. We’re going to, in the near future, establish more charter schools. It’s hard to believe that there is a will to help the public schools, when these other things are working at odds with us. All these alternatives are so easily produced for people in the state or for the establishment of such things in the state. I’m not criticizing people who wish to home-school their kids, I’m just saying, this is another drain of ... revenue for students. Charter schools are competition, and I agree, in some areas like Detroit, I’m sure they did provide some much-needed competition. Out here, in a rural area, ... it doesn’t do much for anyone.” Birkholz elaborated on Angelo’s comments, explaining that the disparate nature of the state always is problematic. “We have a very, very diverse state,” she said. “I mean, you have the UP who would like to secede, and they’re serious, and it’s not a joke. And then you have the west side who probably never or rarely agrees with the east side, and then you have the east side who always does everything right, so why would BIRKHOLZ, continued on page 5 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 4, 2010 — Page 3 HHS Science Olympiad team brings home medals, hopes for more The Hastings High School Science Olympiad Team opened its 2010 competitive season Saturday, Jan. 23, at the Clio Science Olympiad Invitational. The Saxons split their talent into two teams and entered a field of 37 teams consisting of high schools such as Troy, Ann Arbor Pioneer and West Ottawa. The young Saxons took 10th and 13th places, respectively. Medaling for the team were freshmen John Dinges and his partner Ian Beck in the trajectory event. Also placing and earning ribbons were Clint Brill and Nathan Ford in Clint Brill is deep in thought during ‘Mission Possible’ (a device like the game Mousetrap) “Mousetrap Vehicle,” Jessi Doxtader and Rebecca Senard in astronomy; Kelsi Harden and Megan Denny on one team and Katy Kesler and Kayla Pohl on another team in the fossils competition; James Moray and Keith Garber in “It’s About Time,” Joey Longstreet and Alisa Klump in “Dynamic Planet,” Joey Longstreet and Megan Denny in “Write it, Do it,” Stephen Krammin and Jessie Ulrich in environmental chemistry; Sarah Thornburgh, Joey Longstreet and Megan Denny in “Picture This;” and Lexi Pierce and Jeromy Dobbin in “Disease Detective.” The Saxon team will travel to the Thornapple Kellogg Science Olympiad Invitational Tournament Feb. 6 and will be home for its own meet Feb. 20. Their regional competition will be March 20 at Western Michigan University. “We are looking forward to competing again soon,” said Marty Buehler, head coach of the Hastings Science Olympiad Team. Kayla Pohl studies the competition in ‘Egg-O-Naut.’ “The portion of our team that went Saturday to Clio did well. We are rebuilding with a lot of first-time members, and the experience was invaluable. Plus, they had a really good time. We could not do this without the generous sponsorship of the Barry Community Foundation, the Youth Advisory Council, and the Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation. Because of them, we are able to go to events like this, and every time we do the kids get smarter and more competitive. I think we are creating a monster here.” The Hastings High School Science Olympiad team for 2010 includes (front row, from left) Kaitlin Allan, Katy Kesler, Kelsi Harden, Maria Palacio, Todd Fox, Rachael Kingsbury, Jessie Ulrich, (second row) James Moray, Jeromy Dobbin, Megan Denny, Sarah Thornburgh, Taylor Simpson, Alexa Tyson, Alisa Klump, Kayla Pohl, Rebecca Senard, (third row) Jared Bosma, Steven Maurer, Jessi Doxtader, Clint Brill, Ian Beck, Eric Kendall, Lexi Pierce, John Dinges, Nathaniel McComb, Assistant Coach Ann Beemer (back) Jeremy Heinrich, Connor Lomas, Head Coach Marty Buehler, Kevin Bosma, Joe Longstreet, Nathan Karn, Nathan Ford, John Kalmink, Stephen Krammin, Keith Garber and Alex Pohl Alex Pohl works on ‘Mission Possible.’ Concert to benefit Mary Youngs Scholarship Fund “Ed Sullivan Presents the British Invasion” is the theme of this year’s Mary Youngs Scholarship Program variety show to be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6 as part of the ‘Live Under the Dome Concert Series’ at First United Methodist Church in Hastings. The public is invited, and there is no admission charge. A free-will offering will be taken to support the Mary Youngs Scholarship Fund, which awards scholarships each year to one or two Hastings seniors who have shown leadership in both music and athletics. The scholarship fund is setup through the Barry Community Foundation. “We’ve given $6,000 in scholarships in the last three years,” said Steve Youngs, husband of the late Mary Youngs. Music during the evening, which also celebrates Mary’s life, will be from the 1960s musical movement known as the British Invasion. Hits made famous by such British stars as The Beatles, Petula Clark, Gerry and the Pacemakers, Dusty Springfield, The Rolling Stones, Herman’s Hermits and other British acts will be featured during the event. Since the Beatles started the British Invasion and made their debut on TV’s Ed Sullivan Show, John Merritt will portray Sullivan during the concert. Talented local singers and musicians will perform at the scholarship fundraiser. State Rep. Brian Calley will sing “All My Loving,” “Ruby Tuesday” and “Hey Jude.” Fred Jacobs will be performing “There’s a Kind of Hush” and “Things We Said Today.” Jill VanZyl will be singing “As Tears Go By” and “In My Life” with Steve Youngs. Chase Youngs will perform “A Little Help From My Friends.” Jennie Stafford will be singing “If I Fell” and “Don’t Let the Sun Catch You Crying.” Erin Merritt will be singing The Beatles’ classic “Blackbird” and “Walk on By.” Cindy Bender’s solos are “Downtown” and “Son of a Preacher Man.” Doug Acker and Gene Greenfield will be performing “Love Me Do” and “She’s Not There.” Mike Callton, Beth Lepak, Holly Bolthouse and the Fish Headz will be providing instrumental back-up. Mary Youngs is remembered in the Hastings area community as a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, educator, friend and inspiration to many. She had been Northeastern Elementary School’s principal for 12 years when she died Feb. 19, 2006 from a heart attack at the age of 56. Steve Youngs acknowledged that Mary would be thrilled to know that scholarship funds are being raised in her memory to help students. Mary Youngs adored her students during her many years in education. “Mary really loved sports and music, so it really fits in. We’ve helped some really great kids,” Steve Youngs said. Steve Youngs noted that his wife died the day after he had performed in a “Live Under the Dome” show, “Ticket to Broadway,” that he had written and organized. “That’s how this (annual scholarship concert) started. It’s a good way to honor her memory,” he said. Steve Youngs and the other singers in each year’s program have enjoyed performing together for the cause. “It’s great music and great singers. I’m excited,” he said of next Saturday’s event. Jessie Ulrich (left) and Sarah Thornburgh take a forensics test. ‘Topping out’ ceremony is an end and a beginning Final girder is placed on new casino The late Mary Youngs People who want to donate to the Mary Youngs Scholarship Fund and can’t attend the Feb. 6 performance can make a check out to the First United Methodist Church (noting the Mary Youngs’ fund on the memo line) or to the Barry Community Foundation or donate online at the foundation’s Web site and designate the Mary Youngs’ fund. By mail, checks should be sent to the Barry Community Foundation, 629 W. State St., Suite 201, Hastings, Mich. 49058. The church is located at 209 W. Green St. Dance team continues halftime shows by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The “topping out” ceremony for the final girder for the superstructure of the casino for the Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Potawatomi Indians Jan. 28 included lunch, words of explanation and applause. Thursday’s lunch of hamburgers, hot dogs, barbecued pork, salads and cookies kept everyone warm inside the warehouse where a truck held the final girder filled with signatures and topped with a pine tree and an American flag. Along with men, women and children from the tribe, steel workers, plumbers, engineers and other workers from Skanska signed the final girder, which was painted white so the words would stand out. Some signatures were in memory of friends or loved ones who have died. Gun Lake Tribe Chairman D.K. Sprague signed the girder, twice. “This is an historic moment for the Gun Lake Tribe. It time to also remember those who are now gone. This was their dream as well,” said Sprague. Tribal elder Carol Baker signed in memory of the Frank Bush family. Hugh Coward, representing Ironworkers Local 340 and the Southwest Michigan Building and Construction Trades Council, spoke briefly about the “topping out” tradition. He told everyone that the end of this part of the construction is both sad and happy — an end and a beginning. “This is a symbol of pride and tradition,” said Coward. “It shows the building is getting done and the Ironworkers will soon complete their work and need to move on.” The pine tree shows that the work was done, injury-free, and is a “good luck” wish for the building. “The flag represents the pride which all the workers on the project have for their country,” explained Coward. Then the truck carrying the girder drove out to the site. The girder was lifted into place in the cold sunshine to the applause of all. Workers will now enclose the building and put on the roof so interior work can begin. This first phase of the casino — which will include 1,200 slot machines, 36 table games and a bar, restaurant and entertainment center — is anticipated to open by the end of summer. James Nye, of the public relations firm representing the Gun Lake Tribe, helped organize the topping out event. He said, “We are saying late summer but hope to have a clearer understanding of when we will open the first phase soon.” The girder, with its banners, tree and American flag, stand out after being put in place on the Gun Lake casino Thursday. Members of the Hastings High School Dance Team include (front row, from left) Tiffany Smith, Kali Straube, Jennie Minnich, Paige Downs, Amber Dunkelberger, Lainnie Ingram, Cassi Lydy, (middle) Erika Thornton, Karistyn Sheldon,Katy Garber, Olivia Rose, Megan Herbstreith, Becca Tapscott, Patricia Garber, Anna Banister, (back) Rani Rosenthal, Tori Cybulski, Lexi von der Hoff, Stevi McManaway, Sydney Pierce, Natalie VanDenack, Chelyn Pennington, Alexa Tyson and Barbara Cotton. Freeport man arrested for CSC The Hastings High School Dance Team is in its third year and now has a roster of 24 members. The dance team is a student-run club, with advisors Lori Schneiderhan and Colleen Garber and support from the school, Troopers from the Michigan State Police Hastings Post have arrested Manuel Lima Martinez, 19, of Freeport on a charge of third degree criminal sexual conduct. The mother of a 19-year-old female from businesses and Kim Rodriguez at Step-Ntime Dance Studio. The girls have performed at Friday night home basketball games. The final two performances are scheduled for Feb. 19 and 26. The group aims to “make halftime worth your time” and may have a few special guests in a spotlight performance during the February games. Belding reported that her daughter had been sexually assaulted Jan. 25 by someone in Freeport. According to the post, Martinez was an acquaintance of the victim. �Page 4 — Thursday, February 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Residents may qualify for tax program To the editor: Every penny counts in today’s economy, yet many working people are overlooking an important tax credit that could put up to $5,600 or more in their pockets. The Earned Income Tax Credit, or EITC, can be the needed financial boost for working people hit by hard the economy. Many people will qualify for EITC for the first time this year because their income declined, their marital status changed or they added children to their families. Families with three or more children get an extra boost with a larger credit this year. But, the Internal Revenue Service estimates that up to one in four eligible taxpayers could miss out because they don’t check it out. Eligible taxpayers can get their EITC only if they file federal income tax returns even if they are not otherwise required to file and specifically claim the credit. Anyone with income under $48,000 from wages, self-employment or farming in 2009 should see if they qualify. Area residents can get free help computing their EITC and preparing their returns by calling Barry County United Way and Volunteer Center at 269-9454010 or Community Action at 269-948-4260. Seniors may not qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credits but could be eligible for free tax assistance through the Barry County Commission on Aging at 269-948-4856. To help accurately determine their EITC eligibility and prepare their returns, taxpayers should bring photo identification, valid Social Security cards for the taxpayer, spouse and dependents, birth dates for primary, secondary and dependents on the tax return current year’s tax package, if received, wage and earning statement(s) Form W-2, W-2G, 1099R, from all employers, interest and dividend statements from banks (Forms 1099), a copy of last year’s federal and state returns, if available, bank routing numbers and account numbers for direct deposit, other relevant information about income and expenses, total paid for day care and ay care provider’s identifying number. EITC has been making the lives of working people a little easier for 35 years. Today, more than ever, hard-working individuals and families can use a little extra help. Bonnie Hildreth, president Barry Community Foundation Hastings Public Library plans activities Thursday, Feb. 4 — Winter Reading Club continues; Movie Memories – Bette Davis In “Jezebel” 5 to 8 p.m.; book club for adults discusses American Passage: The History of Ellis Island by Vincent J. Cannato 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5 — preschool story time about Groundhog Day, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.; Project No Homework 4 to 6 p.m., communi- ty room. Tuesday, Feb. 9 — toddler story time about Valentine’s Day, 10:30 to 11:00 a.m.; teen advisory board meeting 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10 — Tween Girls COOL Computers, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information. Tickets still available for boosters fundraiser The Hastings and Thornapple Kellogg athletic booster organizations have been busy selling tickets for the upcoming Extravaganza, a reverse raffle, in Montpelier, Ohio, set for Saturday, Feb. 20. Tickets sales are going well, but the groups need final sales to kick in. This event is designed for coaches, parents, grandparents, and all community members. The two groups are providing an evening out full of fun activities. Event check-in is at 4 p.m. with a dinner buffet at 5 p.m. The raffle will begin at 6 p.m., lasting approximately two hours. Montpelier is near Ohio’s border with Indiana and Michigan. This is the first time that these two Barry County school districts have joined together for this event in hope of creating a countywide effort. Tickets are available at either high school or by calling Karla at 269-948- 4679 for the Hastings Athletic Boosters Club or Sharon at 616-889-9002 for the Thornapple Kellogg Athletic Boosters. During the evening, participants can select from many entertainment options, including a euchre tournament, Texas hold ’em table, Wii challenges and a disc jockey. Twenty cash prizes will be given away, with a chance to win $6,000. With state budget cuts hurting the schools, the booster clubs want to make sure athletics programs can withstand the strain of cuts. Both organizations assist middle and high school athletes. The clubs’ members support sporting programs and coaches that teach kids how to maintain healthy lifestyles along with having some fun. Both clubs are 501(c) 3 organizations. Those wishing to make room reservations for the getaway weekend may call the Ramada Inn at 1-800-851-8300. Carlton Township sewer project is lesson in good leadership About four years ago, Carlton Township Supervisor Brad Carpenter approached Hastings city officials about extending sewer services to a special assessment district in Hastings and Carlton townships. Residents of Leach and Middle lakes had approached the township seeking support for the project due to serious problems many of them were experiencing with their sanitary sewer systems. Carpenter started the process by consulting a professional firm on what might be the best way to solve the problem. As part of the process, a survey was sent to residents of the area to determine the level of interest in a sewer system. From the survey, township officials learned that residents were plagued with problems and were eager to support a system that would solve their sanitary sewer issues while cleaning up the lakes. The biggest issue would be in finding a way to make the system affordable to township residents. The township applied for a grant from the state’s revolving fund that would allow the township to finance 90 percent of the project. In the meantime, Carpenter approached the city about the possibility of obtaining service from the city. Township officials went to residents with a proposal to fund planning and engineering and received a response of 73 percent in favor of getting started on the process, allowing the township to begin engineering. As part of the planning stage, they looked into adding Hastings Charter Township, Waste Management, Indian Hills neighborhood, Carter Lake and Algonquin Lake to the project. After review and determination of what the project might look like, the township submitted the plan to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality and the state revolving fund for money and a rating on a priority list. They were turned down due to lack of final agreements. But that didn’t stop the process. Carpenter continued to work to put together an agreement with the city that when complete could become a blueprint for any future additions. If other lakes or entities wanted to connect to the city, they could use this as an example. Then Carpenter realized the project might be eligible for federal stimulus money. “We were talking 20 to possibly 24 percent, it depends on how you could be rated on the priority list,” he said. In the request, they asked for a 2.5 interest rate for 20 years and asked Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics., Inc. Hastings has fourth bus accident this school year by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer For the second time in two weeks, a Hastings Area Schools bus was involved in an accident. According to a report from the Barry County Sheriff’s Department, a vehicle was unable to stop at the intersection of Bird and Fruin roads in Johnstown Township Tuesday and slid into the back of the bus. Damage to both vehicles was very minor. Superintendent Rich Satterlee said the driver was not at fault in the accident, and no injuries resulted from the incident, though 14 students were on board at the time. No injuries were reported in a previous accident on Jan. 26, though 12 students were on board. Barry County Undersheriff Bob Baker initially reported to the Banner that no students had been on the bus at the time of the accident. He later retracted that statement. Baker did not originate the report; it was completed by a deputy who had responded to the crash. “Sorry for the confusion. I misread the accident report and missed the box with ‘total occupants.’ So, there were in fact students on the bus at the time of the accident, but since there were no injuries, no names were listed. Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. for principal forgiveness, as well. Across the state at the time, there were a couple hundred entities requesting support for their projects; the state had to determine which projects it would fund. The township learned in late August of 2009 it would receive funding, not only did it receive the 2.5 interest rate for 20 years; the township received principal forgiveness of 40 percent — far more than Carpenter ever imagined. Working with the City of Hastings, Hastings Charter Township and Waste Management, Carlton Township residents will be able to install an affordable sanitary sewer – and will break ground soon if they haven’t already by the time you read this column. This just shows you what local governments can accomplish when they work together and are willing to do what’s necessary to help taxpayers solve problems. Carlton Township officials also have pledged to use as many local contractors as possible, putting money back into our local economy and adding jobs for local companies. Carpenter said of the different entities making the project possible: “It’s been a pleasure working with you guys. You have been very trustworthy, very easy to get along with. We’ve had some great opportunities to have tremendous dialogue and to be able to understand each other’s issues, needs and desires and to work through the problems when they did come up. You just can’t ask for more than that.” Carlton Township’s sewer needs will be met with an affordable system because local governmental bodies were willing to work together to solve problems in an efficient, effective manner. Now that township and city officials have worked out the details for an agreement to provide services outside the city limits, it should speed up the process for future agreements when the need arises. Playing games and keeping score between political parties does nothing to help residents -- on the local or state level. If we’re going to turn Michigan’s economic situation around in the coming years, we need to make sure governments at all levels are ‘on board’ by showing a willingness and eagerness to do whatever is necessary to help move the state to a brighter future. The incorrect information is my fault,” wrote Baker in an e-mail. According to the report from Jan. 26, bus driver Steven Greenfield, from Hastings, approached a stopped vehicle on M-37 just south of River Road. According to Greenfield, the vehicle had its left turning signal on. The bus driver attempted to pass on the right side of the vehicle. The two collided when the stopped vehicle turned right rather than left. The driver of the vehicle told Barry County Sheriff’s deputies that her right turning signal, not the left signal, was activated before the crash. Satterlee said there have been no previous incidents concerning Greenfield’s driving. “There has been nothing that I’m aware of at all,” said Satterlee. “If anyone is beating themselves up over what happened, I am sure it is Steven.” During the current school year, Satterlee said there have been four bus accidents, which is more than he has seen in his 20 years in education. Minor accidents also occurred in September and December of 2009. Satterlee said he is thankful no injuries resulted from the incidents and is confident the drivers have the safety of the students in mind How can we best help Haiti? Haiti is just beginning to recover from the earthquake that hit the country Jan. 12. What do you think is the best way for the United States to help Haiti help its citizens? at all times. “By and large, as a rule, they are very conscientious. The drivers work very hard, care about the kids and Steven is no different. He follows that line, as well,” said Satterlee. When an accident occurs, Satterlee said his first focus is to ensure the safety of the students. A letter is sent home to parents and guardians after each incident. If the bus driver is not found to be at fault, no further action is taken, said Satterlee. If a bus driver is ticketed, the district takes further action. “My understanding is that if a driver is not ticketed, we don’t send them downtown to have a drug test,” said Satterlee. “If they are ticketed, then they undergo a drug test.” A complete driving record is part of the application process for becoming a bus driver in the Hastings school district. In Michigan, drivers are required to have a high school diploma or equivalent along with Commercial Driver’s License, passenger and school bus endorsements on their driving license. The district’s supervisor of transportation services, Jim Vreugde, could not be reached for comment. The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman Buck Yager, Lake Odessa: “Convince the Haitian government to change the rules of adoption and ‘back off’ so more of the orphans can be adopted.” Dar Leaf, Hastings: “I myself would have to assess and evaluate the situation and give you a better answer from there after getting a better idea of what is needed.” Maggie Doherty, Hastings: “Send money.” Chris Granning, Charlotte: “The best way to help is to donate money to a reputable organization like the American Red Cross.” Becky Ponsetto, Hastings: “We need to make sure that the food we send actually gets into the hands of the people who need it.” Ellen Yager, Lake Odessa: “If the country is going to have a lasting recovery, we need U.S. military and volunteer organizations like the Red Cross and U.N. Their participation is crucial not just for immediate care but commitment to maintain a long-term involvement.” • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 4, 2010 — Page 5 Planning commission recommends proposed zoning change by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Following a public hearing Monday, the City of Hastings Planning Commission voted unanimously to have the City Council consider adopting a proposal to change the zoning of an area located near the intersection of Bachman Rd. and Woodlawn Ave. in the northeast corner of the city. If adopted, the proposal would rezone the area, which currently is zoned to support the construction and maintenance of rural residential and rural suburban homes, to one that is classified as “R1A,” allowing for denser residential development of parcels in the area. James Spindler, an owner of property located in the area that might be rezoned, spoke at the hearing and posed several questions to the commission, including whether the taxes on his property would be raised if the rezoning was enacted. Spindler explained that Jackie Timmerman, assessor for the city, had told him that the proposed zoning changes would not affect the taxes he pays on his property, but he said that he wanted to verify that information with the commission. City of Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield assured Spindler that whatever tax information Timmerman had given him was accurate. “I defer to the assessor,” he said. “I go to the exact same person that you already went to for my answer.” Resident Ellen Youngsma also spoke at the hearing, explaining that she lives near the area that might be rezoned and would not like to see that area grow. “We really don’t want the area behind our house developed, obviously, because it’s woods, right now,” she said. Youngsma specifically expressed concern about the possibility of the proposed rezoning leading to the construction of apartment buildings in the area. According to Mansfield, the R1A designation does not inherently allow for the construction of apartment buildings, but it does allow for variances to build such structures. In other business, the commission voted to hold public hearings on several issues, including proposed amendments to certain aspects of the city’s code that regulates private communication antennas, a category of devices that includes satellite dishes. The proposed amendments would require, among other things, that antennas not be allowed on public property, that antennas be well-maintained and that waivers to circumvent the regulations for antennas and satellite dishes may be granted to residents in cases of “true hardship” or “practical difficulty.” In addition, the commission also voted to hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to regulate temporary fencing used for snow and animal control. Tim Girrbach, director of public services and zoning administration for the city, explained that the proposed ordinance was similar to what the commission had previously discussed. “This is more or less what we agreed to last month,” he said. “... It probably doesn’t cover every situation out there, but it’s trying to be responsive to the issue that was raised about people putting up fences in the right-of-way or alongside the road. It’s not really meant to cover somebody that has a backyard that wants to put a little fence around their garden or things that nobody can see.” According to the proposed ordinance, if a PLANNING COMMISSION, continued on page 6 FUNDING, continued from page 1 Public Library, also said she wants to make sure the public knows that the reduction in regional deliver service will not impact interlibrary loans. “People will still be able to order up to 10 books at a time through inter-library loan and have them delivered to their library,” said Holzworth, who added that she also does not expect that cuts in state funding will affect the Hastings Public Library other than the elimination of the delivery service. “Even though we’ve seen a decrease of $5,000 to $6,000 in state funding, we are in a unique position here in Hastings because of the millage renewal, “It was renewed at 1.6 mills, so the increase will cover what is not covered by state funding; so we will stay flat instead of seeing a decrease in revenue.” Holzworth said that if the state’s economy doesn’t improve, the cuts in state funding may start to impact the library’s budget. However, she added that any future cuts the library would make were likely to be, “backroom cuts,” that wouldn’t have a noticeable impact on patrons, such as altering the maintenance schedule. Putnam District Library in Nashville, Delton District Library, and Dowling Public Library are all members of the Woodland Library Cooperative, which has never offered regional delivery service. “I don’t think cuts in state funding will affect our day-to-day operations all that much,” said Delton District library Director Cheryl Bower. “We depend on money from the townships we serve — Barry, Hope and Prairieville — that comes in the form of grants. I suppose if they get less money from the state that will eventually affect us, but not right now.” Kris Miller, director of Dowling Public Library, said she is not sure how the state budget cuts will affect them. “We haven’t got our check from the state yet, but I anticipate the cuts will have a bigger impact on larger libraries than it will have on us,” she said. “State aid is determined on a per-capita basis, so if you’re bigger, you get more; so you lose more when they make cuts.” Shauna Swantek, director of Putnam District Library also said she doesn’t anticipate the cuts will have a direct impact on Nashville’s library. “They haven’t had an impact on us at this time, although we are certainly not including expansion in our budget. I don’t anticipate we will see any impact in 2010, but in 2011 we may,” she said. “I anticipate that next year it may cause a decrease in service or an increase in costs to the library.” Staff Writer Patricia Johns contributed to this report. BIRKHOLZ, continued from page 2 them have not heard from small rural districts.” Vujea echoed Birkholz’s comments, explaining that, in order for Delton Kellogg Schools to succeed financially in the future, state legislators must better tailor funding for schools to accommodate institutions located outside of large cities. “If we have to disband this school district, there isn’t a very good opportunity for these kids to get the same quality of education and the personalized education they’re getting here,” she said. “We are committed to staying here, but we need the legislators to wake up and see that everyone isn’t Detroit or Kalamazoo or Grand Rapids.” Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of Are you a member of the “Sandwich Generation”? This designation — which applies to people caring for their aging parents while supporting their own children — may be applicable to you if you’re either a younger Baby Boomer, born in the late 1950s or early 1960s, or an older member of “Generation X,” born in the mid-1960s. But any way you slice it, being in the “Sandwich” group is probably going to present you with some challenges, particularly of the financial kind — so you’ll need to make the right moves. Basically, you should consider two areas of decision-making — those affecting the future of you and your children and those affecting your elderly parents’ lifestyle and legacy. Regarding your future, and that of your children, you’ll need to prioritize your goals. Some people, when weighing the merits of investing for retirement versus saving for their children’s college educations, conclude that while loans are available for college, none are offered to retirees. Consequently, they focus more heavily on retirement. If you’re in this camp, you’ll probably want to contribute as much as you can possibly afford to your IRA and 401(k) or other employersponsored retirement plan. However, if you feel strongly about helping your kids go through college relatively debtfree, you may want to explore some collegesavings options, such as Section 529 plans and Coverdell Education Savings Accounts, both of which offer significant tax advantages. In any case, these goals don’t have to be mutually exclusive — but if you’re going to address them both, you will have to make some key decisions regarding allocation of resources. And while you’re handling these issues for yourself and your children, you’ll need to juggle the needs of your elderly parents. With luck, you won’t have to contribute financially, but you may be required to put in some time and energy to help make sure your parents’ situation remains positive. This means you’ll need to ask some questions. Where do your parents bank? Do they have a brokerage account? If so, do you know the name of their financial advisor? Have they taken steps to remain financially independent if they ever need to go to a nursing home or employ home health care assistants? Have they drawn up a will, a living trust or other estate plan documents? Would they be willing to have you or another family member assume power of attorney should they become incapacitated? In raising these questions, you will have to approach your parents with tact and sensitivity. However, you may be pleasantly surprised at your parents’ willingness to talk about these issues; after all, they almost surely want to avoid burdening you with extra financial responsibilities. The best time to approach your parents is when they are healthy, both mentally and physically. It’s especially important to be aware of even minor-seeming cognitive impairments, such as memory lapses, which can result in paying the same bills two or three times, forgetting to record checks or even falling prey to fraudulent investment schemes. If you suspect your parents may be having these troubles, you’ll need to step in immediately. It’s not easy being a Sandwich Generation The Region 3B Area Agency on Aging, which funds programs and provides services in Barry and Calhoun counties, has received a $450,000 grant to be spread out over three years from the Edward M. and Della L. Thome Memorial Foundation, Bank of America, N.A. The grant will support the care management program which provides home- and community-based services that help individuals achieve their goal of remaining at home while being cared for by loved-ones and trained professionals. Area Agency on Aging Executive Director Karla Fales said it is unknown how much of the grant funds will specifically help Barry County’s older adults because the funds are going to be used for “gap filling” when a person can’t be served through existing programs and/or are on a waiting list for services and/or are at risk for nursing home placement. The Thome Foundation was established in 2002 by Robert P. Thome to honor the memory of his parents, Edward and Della Thome and is committed to providing for the dignified treatment of older adults. The foundation’s mission supports organizations in Maryland and Michigan that provide direct services to older adults addressing health care, housing, family services, neighborhood Hastings MOOSE Lodge #628 STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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The Area Agency on Aging’s mission is to promote health, independence, and choice by creating choices for living. “Our missions couldn’t be more closely aligned,” said Area Agency on Aging Policy Board Chairwoman Sherii Sherban. “These funds are all going for services directed for our consumers.” Fales said the grant “is a private grant to our agency,” but noted the area agency may be able to serve them (Barry Commission on Aging, etc.) in ours.” She said the area agency does a lot of respite for caregivers and the majority is for people “at risk of nursing home placement.” In a time of state funding cuts, Region 3B Area Agency on Aging is working hard to stave off the impact of reduced funding on services to help older adults, individuals with disabilities, and their caregivers, Fales said. “We’re fighting tooth and nail to save services. The cuts we are facing because of the state budget crisis is real money – it translates into desperately needed services that help frail adults remain at home rather than go into a nursing home,” she said. Consequently, the grant funds will be “a little bit of security” to meet needs the agency can’t meet with its regular funding, Fales said. “It’s important to have a consistent amount” of funding from the grant, she said. The original idea for the grant was to have extra funding to do more for older adults, but with state budget woes the grant is more crucial to existing programs. “We took a mid-year (June) $32,235 reduction in the fiscal year that ended September 30, 2009, due to the Governor’s Executive Order. We absorbed this cut without making AGING, continued on page 6 REQUEST FOR BID Barry Country Central Dispatch is soliciting Proposals for a new simulcast radio dispatch and paging system. An RFP may be obtained by contacting Phyllis Fuller at Barry County Central Dispatch, 269-948-4825 ext. 1, or fullerp@barry911.org. Proposals are due by 3 p.m. on February 17, 2010. FISH FRY 77542836 SAT., FEB. 6TH • 5:00-7:00 PM In recognition of departed Moose members… FLEA MARKET K.A. Mueller Accounting Professional, Personal & Economical Business Accounting, Planning and Consulting Services. for space call Hoot (269) 948-8325 • 9am - 5pm Over 50 Years of Accounting, Tax and Management Experience Working For You. ® The 221 South Jefferson, Hastings Phone: (269) 945-3547 9809 Cherry Valley Ave (M-37), Caledonia Phone: (616) 891-2507 77542551 Youth Theatre Workshop member, but through diligence and proper planning, you should be able to help avoid getting “squished” — while improving the outcomes for all your beloved family members. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. In wake of state funding cuts, grant award will help services to area seniors RAY WELLER, LAWRENCE COOLEY, KENNY KEELER & OTHERS 77542820 EDWARD JONES ‘Sandwich Generation’ needs to avoid financial squeeze 06706443 they even talk to the west side? You have the southern border, which feels more attached to Indiana and Illinois than they do to Michigan. And then you have the northern border on Canada. So it is really hard.” When asked how the financial plight of Delton Kellogg Schools could receive the attention of legislators who would be compelled to take action on its behalf, Birkholz encouraged representatives of the district and members of the Delton community to have as much contact with legislators as possible. “I have a feeling that there aren’t as many ... small rural districts as there used to be, anymore,” she said. “And, so, probably a lot of Financial FOCUS for ages 8-14 at the Barry County Commission on Aging located at 320 W. 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These funds provide Barry county residents services through the Barry County Commission on Aging, Legal Services of South Central Michigan, and Guardian Finance and Advocacy Services,” she said. “We have been told that the next fiscal year budget will reflect a 20 to 25% reduction from this year’s amount. There is no way to protect services from cuts at this level. The Thome grant will allow us to meet some critical needs for those on our wait list or at risk of nursing home placement, but the reality is, even with these funds, there will be seniors going without services – and that is unacceptable,” Fales said. “We continue to advocate for a restoration to our state funding for our seniors. I hope others will also continue to advocate. In-home services are far cheaper than nursing home care, and seniors want to remain at home.” Worship Together… Area Obituaries Marjorie E. Cappon Robert C. Miller HASTINGS, MI - Marjorie E. Cappon, age 77, of Hastings, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2010 at Hillside Acres in Hastings. She was born October 3, 1932 in Hastings, the daughter of Vernor Z. and Leah V. (Webster) Blough. Marjorie graduated from Hastings High School in 1950. She continued her education at County Normal, Western Michigan and Ferris State University. She was a teacher at Barry County Rural Schools and St. Rose School. Marjorie was married August 14, 1953 to Dale I. Cappon. She enjoyed bowling, and being in the outdoors. Marjorie retired from Hastings Area School District in 1988. She volunteered many hours at Pennock Hospital and with the American Red Cross. She was a member of the Hastings First United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her son, Michael in 1960, and her parents, Vernor and Leah Blough. Marjorie is survived by her husband, Dale Cappon of Hastings; a son, Gordon Cappon of Texas; two daughters, Deborah (Robert) Barton of Middleville and Denise Cappon of Hastings; two grandchildren, Michael and Matthew Barton; a brother, Duane Blough of Florida; her sister, Kathleen (Neil) Hughes of Delton; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held Friday, February 5, 2010 at 1 p.m. at Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Friends can meet with the family one hour prior to service time. Memorials can be made to Alzheimer’s Association. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Robert C. Miller, age 85, passed away after a long illness on Monday, January 25, 2010. Bob was born March 29, 1924 in Lyons, New York, to Fred and Edna Miller. He was a Navy Veteran of WWII from 1942 to 1946. He went on to obtain a masters degree in education from University of Michigan. He then went on to a very successful career as an educator and coach, finally retiring in 1985 from the Hastings Public School System. He was preceded in death by his wife, Madelyn, in 1990 and his stepgrandson, John Hendershot, in 2009. He is survived by his daughter, Peggy (John) Masi of Milton, Vermont; his son, Carl (Theresa) Miller of Hastings; three grandchildren, Krystal Miller, Kira and Kyle Masi; one step-granddaughter, Brenda Borchardt; and three step-great-granddaughters, Tarra, Emily and Mia. Also surviving are three sisters, Lorraine Wagner and Shirley Boss of Lyons, New York, Marilyn (Robert) Walker of Spring Hill, Fla. Memorials in his name may be made to the American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. Norman Jackson, Jr. 77542581 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany, February 7 - Worship 8:00 & 10:45. Sunday School 9:30; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. h t t p : / / w w w. d i s c o v e r- g r a c e . org. Rev. Mike Kemper. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Saturday - 8:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast Series; 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice. Monday - Knit Wits; 6:30 p.m. Prayer Ministry Meeting. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 B OSLEY 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Group looking for Middleville library history by Patricia Johns Staff Writer At the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library advisory board meeting Jan. 11, librarian Barbara Hubers led a discussion on placement of a plaque that had been removed during construction. The plaque reads: “In memory of the Congregational Ladies’ Aid Society of Middleville, Michigan, through whose wisdom and foresight a public library for this community had its inception in the year of our Lord, One Thousand Nine Hundred and Thirty-four. Officers: Anna Kronewitter president, Hannah Marr secretary, Kittie Otto treasurer.” Board members suggested installing the plaque in the foyer to the new library. The group is seeking information about the history of the library. Information can be left at the library or for Hubers by calling 269795-5434. In other business, Hubers reported that the new Saturday hours seem to be attracting patrons. The library has also become very popular with students during lunch hours, she said, and the public is asked to come before and after midday. Members of the advisory council will be working with the Beacon Society, the ‘friends of the library’ group, on fundraising for the library. A committee will be working with Hubers to develop future events. Advisory board member and Beacon Society President Judy Hendrickson announced a used book sale to be held Saturday, Feb. 6, the day the Thornapple Kellogg High School Science Olympiad team hosts other teams in a practice competition. Many parents and team members will be at the school that day. The board is looking at lighting in the library to see if there are ways to improve lighting on lower bookshelves in the evenings. The next meeting of the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library will be Monday, April 12, at 4:30 p.m. Regular hours at the library are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The library’s telephone number is 269-795-5434. John Edward Kenyon ADDISON, IL – John E. Kenyon, age 55, of Addison, Illinois, passed away on January 30, 2010. Beloved husband of Karen (Hope) Kenyon and loving father of Brandon John Kenyon, John was born on January 11, 1955 to Edward and Janis (Curtis) Kenyon in Ionia. John grew up on his parents’ farm near Portland and was the cherished brother of Dianne (Chuck) Cornelius, Curtis (Martha) Kenyon, and Ronald Kenyon. All survive, along with his mother-in-law, Pat Meersman; brothers and sisters-in-law; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was blessed by love and respect from all who knew him. His love of life and unrivaled quick wit will be sorely missed. John graduated from Portland High School in 1973. He attended Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo and had recently been taking classes at DuPage College. For 30 years, John was employed by Life Fitness, most recently as a senior production product manager. He traveled to Hungary and Germany, as well as within the States, consulting on the setup of new company facilities. As a young man, he held several different jobs, but one of his first loves was playing in rock and roll bands. When John met Karen while working at Life Fitness, he had a new first love which continued through his last breath. They had been married for nearly 25 years. John and Karen were faithful followers of Brandon’s baseball throughout high school, and in recent years had tried to attend baseball games in all U.S. ballparks. Last year they took an Alaskan cruise and were also visiting lighthouses throughout the Midwest. Life celebration services were held for John in Addison on Wednesday, February 3, 2010 and will be held at the Outreach Christian Church (formerly called Ionia County Church of Christ) on Saturday, February 6, 2010 at 1 p.m. The church is located at 7831 Jordan Lk. Rd., Lake Odessa. John has been cremated and some of his ashes will be scattered on the family farm. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. HASTINGS, MI – Norman Jackson, Jr., age 83, of Hastings, passed away Friday, January 22, 2010 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. Norman was born December 29, 1926 in Tallahassee, Fla., the son of Norman Sr. and Daisy (Smart) Jackson. Norman and Hilda (Edmonds) Cardinal met after each had been widowed and were able to find happiness in their twilight years together. They were married on June 2, 1996 in Pontiac. They then moved to Algonquin Lake in Hastings. Norman spent many years as a welder and retired from GM Pontiac Motor Division. Norman was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Matte; and his sisters, Mrs. Bertha Bouie and Mrs. Alberta Richardson. He is survived by his loving wife, Hilda Jackson; sons, Ronnie Lee Jackson, Earl Jackson, James Jackson, Willie Lee Jackson; stepchildren, Daniel (Beth) Linderman, Deb (George) Littlejohn, Jay Cardinal, Joseph Cardinal, Randy Cardinal, Kenneth Cardinal and Shawnee (Jose Rosales) Cardinal; many step-grandchildren; and several step-greatgrandchildren. The visitation was held Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net) Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home, Hastings. Elsie Marie (Rogers) Meyers Mrs. Elsie Marie (Rogers) Meyers, age 102, born near Woodland on January 23, 1908 to the late John and Grace (Helmer) Rogers, died on Friday, January 29, 2010 in Starke, Fla. Mrs. Meyers attended Woodland High School, Barry County Normal, and Western State Teacher’s College. She married Leon Meyers on October 1, 1932 and taught at several one-room Barry County Schools, and retired in 1970 as a first grade teacher at St. Rose of Lima. She and Leon farmed at various locations in Baltimore, Woodland and Irving townships. She is survived by her daughter and son-inlaw, Iris and Kendall Guy of Keystone Heights, Fla.; three grandchildren, Tony (Debbie) Guy of Orange Park, Fla., Denise Anderson of Keystone Heights, Fla., Sonia Guy of Interlachen, Fla.; six great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; five sisters, Leo (Loring) Dull, Ethel (Morris) Carey, and Ruth Rogers of Lake Odessa, Dorothy (Darwin) McClelland and Kathleen (James) Benham of Hastings; and one brother, Victor (Pauline) Rogers of Lake Odessa. Cremation has taken place. There will be no services. Memorials may be made to the Keystone United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 744, Keystone Heights, FL 32656. Arrangements are under the care of JonesGallagher Funeral Home, 340 E. Walker Dr., Keystone Heights, FL 32656. 352-473-3176. www.jonesgallagherfh.com PLANNING COMMISSION, continued from page 5 resident proved that temporary fencing was necessary to protect his or her trees or plants from animals or weather, he or she would be allowed to have such fencing in place, but only between the months of November and April. The commission also voted to hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to regulate directional and way-finding signage for schools and hospitals. Prior to adjourning, members of the commission also discussed various ways in which the areas adjoining the developed areas of the city could be zoned in a way to promote growth and enterprise. One of the possibilities discussed would involve such areas being zoned for mixed use, which would allow for the existence of structures containing both residences and retail businesses. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 4, 2010 — Page 7 Ice fishing in Barry County Improving on tradition by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters Have you got the last ones up from the carpet under the sofa? How about those two behind the rear leg of the coffee table? If you had a real Christmas tree in your living room from shortly after Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day, you probably know what I’m talking about: The annual game of finding-yet-more-conifer needles around your house is still in full swing. You could, of course, switch your tactics next year and get an artificial tree. Young folks tell me the man-made trees even come “pre-lit,” a concept I think I’ll pass over without remark. For me, the aroma and ambiance of any manufactured tree is just not quite the same as one harvested from nature. Here in the boondocks of the Northwest — a million miles, it often seems, from where most Americans live — we can still venture forth with a permit in early December to National Forests. There we stomp through the snow and look at the scraggly trees growing around us. The trees are what I call “more air than tree,” the opposite of the dense Christmas tree most people want. The upside of such a tree is being able to actually see your Christmas ornaments once you get it home and set up. From every angle, there’s plenty of display space to admire the historic family ornament of 1982. But forest work, with freezing-cold feet, and only the reward of scraggly trees is not everyone’s cup of tea. So, thick and dense Christmas trees are grown on Christmas tree farms. The trees are produced by judicious pruning, so they have more branches per foot of height. That change in tactics, plus a switch in the tree species used as Christmas trees in the past 50 years, accounts for why our grandparents’ Christmas tree was quite a different item from what we see on commercial lots in cities each December. But there’s something else that’s become quite different, and that brings me back to you, vacuuming up needles under the sofa. In our grandparents’ day, people brought Christmas trees into their homes shortly before Christmas Day. Sometimes, in fact, the tree arrived and was decorated after the children had gone to bed on Christmas Eve, a treat for them on Christmas morning. (Imagine. Now nothing less than 50 presents seems to suffice.) Today many American homes have a tree in them for four to five weeks. But our modern custom of keeping the Christmas tree with us for many weeks gives the dear ol’ Tannenbaum plenty of time to, shall we say, go downhill a bit. And dropping needles all over creation is part of that process if you, like me, let the water in the little bucket evaporate. Enter at this point Gary Chastagner, a plant pathologist at Washington State University, who researches a number of issues about conifers. One of his many projects is working on breeding Christmas trees that hold their needles longer (even after we rather impolitely cut them down). “This isn’t genetically modified work, just pretty much traditional genetic selection and horticulture,” he explained to me recently. Chastagner and his colleagues cut branches from hundreds of different conifers each fall and test them for needle retention. They note the small percentage of the trees that have the best ability to retain their needles. The work is repeated for several years for consistency’s sake. Cuttings from the “winning” trees then are then grafted onto rootstock using traditional horticultural methods to establish seed orchards. “We just use the natural variation within the trees in this regard,” Chastagner said to me. “In the past, this type of genetic selection has been done for growth, size, shape, density of branches and the like. Now we are doing it to improve post-harvest characteristics.” The power of selective breeding is one known in horticulture and animal husbandry alike. It was well understood by Charles Darwin as he cogitated on his theory of Mother Nature’s parallel efforts in the wilder world as well. And when you are on your hands and arthritic old knees peering under the sofa, you have to wish plant researchers like Chastagner well in their varied work. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters is a native of the rural Northwest, but was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. A library of past Rock Doc columns is available at www.rockdoc.wsu.edu. This column is a service of the College of Sciences at Washington State University. Lake Odessa by Elaine Garlock The Ionia County Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, Feb. 13 at 1 p.m. Many World War II books have been sold but there is yet a stock on hand. The book has listings or stories on more than 1,400 World War II veterans from Ionia County. Work is progressing on a similar book for Korean Conflict Lakewood veterans. Visitors are welcome. The ICGS is a member of the Lakewood Area Chamber of Commerce and acts as host for the Chamber monthly meetings at the Freight House. The Lake Odessa Area Historical Society will meet Thursday, Feb. 11 at the Freight House at 7 p.m. and hear a speaker. Visitors are always welcome. The monthly free movies continue at the Ionia theater, compliments of the Ionia County Historical Society. Today’s movie is on the Six Horse Hitch. The Feb. 11 movie is ‘Valentine Treat.’ The Feb. 28 show will be on the gentle giants, whales. Word has finally reached local people of the October death of Dr. George Smith who had homes in the Detroit area and at Central Lake. He was the second son of the late David Sr. and Mabel (Perkins) Smith of Lake Odessa. His siblings were David Jr. of Arizona, Lawrence of Lake Odessa, and his surviving sister Marilyn McKinley. On Saturday the Lansing District Methodist Conference was held at Grace United Methodist Church in Lansing. Local members and clergy attended. Along with business items, attendees heard about unique ministries in six churches discovered by the new district superintendent as he made the rounds in fall. First to report was Rev. Susan Olsen of Freeport who related the ministries of Freeport, Welcome Corners and Peace churches on her circuit. Next was Rev. Cathy Christman of Nashville who reported on the Maple Valley ministries centered at the Nashville United Methodist Church. Other churches were in the Lansing area. The annual quilt and textiles show at the Depot Complex over the weekend had a good attendance. There was an unusual variety of quilts old and new for viewers to see. A crocheted dress for a toddler, delicate embroidery on antique fabrics, bargello pillow tops, tatted lace, ornate aprons, unique embroidery on a Russian icon, a lace tablecloth from Russia, small items made from damaged quilts as a means of preserving them and others were on display. The genealogy room had several visitors Saturday. The next exhibit will be artworks by local artists. Nancy’s Double Ewe Yarn Shop on north Fourth Avenue has a knitting session every Tuesday from 2 to 5 p.m. when people come to knit for charities. Also there is a knitting class at the community library every Tuesday afternoon for sharing ideas or for instruction. Sunday, Feb. 7, a soup luncheon will be held from noon to 2 p.m. at the LeValley United Methodist Church on David Highway. They call it “Getting Rid of The Blues” with excellent food and bright conversation. This should get rid of the blues and the winter doldrums. The Commission on Aging for Ionia County is hosting Valentine’s parties in Belding, Portland, Saranac and at the Lake Manor Community Room Feb. 11. Women’s Fellowship of First Congregational Church will meet Feb. 10 at 1 p.m. Pam Swiler will bring the program on Valentines. The hostesses will be Laurel Garlinger and Marcia Raffler. Although the season passes quickly and the laws and regulations change, ice fishing continues to be a favorite sport of area residents. Here are a few ice fishing stories pulled from the Banner files: ***** Banner, March 7, 1946: Bluegills On Ice Too Long “To Hell With Fishing” is a title of a new book just off the presses and a group of Hastings sportsmen Thursday probably were wishing they had read it earlier in the week, for on that day they relearned what they’ve known for a long time – that is just doesn’t pay to keep fish on ice too long. Especially bluegills after 6 o’clock in the evening. The sportsmen, like hundreds of others in the Lower Peninsula, were angling for a final mess of bluegills Thursday – the last day of the season. And what’s more, they caught a creel full. But they neglected to watch the time, or forgot that there was a 6 p.m. deadline, or just didn’t give a hang – the real reason didn’t come out when collectively they paid Justice Homer Bauchman of Rutland Township almost $60 in fines and court costs Friday night for having the finney creatures in their possession after the season had ended. However, there wasn’t any weeping on the “witness stand” when they plead guilty to the charge, for the boys knew the law and were glad to see it take its course – if not their scheckles. [shekel - ancient unit of weight; in this case, fines]. For they were Charles Leonard, Hastings mayor; Homer L. Smith, a director of the Michigan Union of Conservation Clubs; Art Willitts, a director of the recently formed Barry County Sportsmen’s Club; Art Snyder, Sr., and Lester Ormsbe. The nimrods were picked up at 6:35 p.m. by Conservation Officer George Sumner while they were still fishing on Tanner Lake. The fishing after 6 was alright – but they had bluegills with them. Officer Sumner, on the previous Wednesday, brought in four more violators on the same charge. Picked up on Leach Lake were Ralph Kirk, 36, and Lloyd Johnson, 32, of Comstock; Harold Maury, 44, Kalamazoo farmer, and Anthony Kuchta, 46, also of Kalamazoo. All were fined $5 and court costs of $6.85. ***** Banner Dec. 18, 1947 Bluegill Fishing Thru Ice to be O.K. After 6 p.m. in ‘48 After December 31, bluegill fishermen will no longer need to keep an eye on the clock, as the ban on fishing for bluegills or possessing them on the ice after 6 p.m. expires with the old year. Allowing evening and night fishing for bluegills probably will affect more anglers than any other change in the regulations for ice fishing, the conservation department reports. Another major innovation in 1948 is restoration of the giant sturgeon to the game fish list after 19 years of complete protection. From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... with Esther Walton Ice fishing has long been a hobby for Michigan residents. This unidentified photo was found in Banner archives. Does anyone recognize the fisherwoman or know when this photo was taken? If so, contact the Banner newsroom, at 269-945-9554 or news@j-adgrphics.com The new law provides they may be taken by spearing in January and February through the ice of inland waters, but the range of sturgeon will limit this fishing in fact to Burt, Mullett, Black and Crooked lakes in Emmett, Cheboygan and Presque Isle counties. ***** Jan. 15, 1948 Don Andrews takes 17-lb. pike from Thornapple Lake The first report of an excessively large fish being caught in Barry County waters this winter season was received Saturday when Don Andrews, 40, who operates the Bridge Park on the Thornapple near Allerding’s Service Station speared a 17-pound, eight-ounce pike measuring 41 1/2 inches long on Thornapple Lake near the outlet. Andrews, who speared the dandy after he had been out about two hours, loves to fish – both through the ice and in the summer – as well as hunt and take part in other outdoor sports. He got a 10-point buck last deer season. He speared the large fish in about eight feet of water. He saw the whopper about four feet down and drove his spear right behind her head and had no difficulty landing her. He was spearing alone and used his portable ice shanty. As there are only four at the Andrews’ table, the fish, when steaked, made more than one meal and Andrews reported the eggs from the female were the most delicious part. He merely rolls the eggs in flour and fries them. Two years ago Andrews speared his largest, a 19-pound pike. Friday was his second time out this season. The first time he got a fivepound redhorse. He’s now after a muskie. Hastings Middle School announces honor roll Hastings Middle School has announced its honor roll for the second marking period, ending Jan. 15. High honors designations are for students with a 3.5 to 4.0 grade point average. (* indicates all A’s.) Honors students are those who earned a GPA of 3.0 to 3.49 Eighth grade High honors— Sarah Alspaugh, Matthew Birman, Logan Bleam, *Grace Bosma, *Katherine Brown, Mikayla Calvert, *Marshall Christensen, Logan Clements, Casey DeMink, Margeau Donavan, *Anna Ellege, Mitchell Gee, *Devin Hamlin, Emily Hayes, *Ethan Haywood, Taylor Horton, Gabrielle Hubbell,*Kylie Johnson, *Matthew Johnson, *Stephen Kendall, *Suzannah Lenz, Caprice Lowinski, Brody Madden, Zachary McMahon, Jacob Miller, *Alexander Morgan, *Marlee Morris, *Kylee Nemetz, Jacob Oglesby, *Marko Rabe, Saska Radulovic, Nicholas Schaefer, McKayla Sheldon, Laura Shinavier, *Joseph Smith, Daniel Sprague, Trista Straube, Kaylee Tapscott, Allison Taylor, Hannah Tebo, *Anne Teunessen, Logan Teunessen, Shelby VanderMel, Dexx VanHouten, Connor von der Hoff, *Kailyn Wales, Ashley Weinbrecht, Jon Wilcox, Amanda Wilgus, Carson Williams. Honors — Cassandra Baker, Rebecca Barnard, Brianna Buehler, Austin Caris, Dayton Carter, Mark Crum, Katherine Cybulski, Jake Dalman, Ashley Davis, Raven Gaiski, Michelle Howlett, James Isola, Michaela Kalmink, Samantha Kobe, Kara Krebs, James Lee, Haley Lyke, Whitney Martin, William McKeever, Alexandra Mills, Cody Olsen, Jazmin Packer, Morgan Pierce, Alison Porter, Rachel Rimer, Benjamin Schilz, Rachael Senard, Taylor Sordillo, Austin Speer, Mara Speer, Corey Stout, Sarah L Taylor, Tyler Traister, David White, Aaron Williams, Monique Williams, Aubrey Woern, Steven Wolfe. Seventh grade High honors — James Avery, *Jared Bailey, *Kathleen Beauchamp, *Peter Beck, *Karan Bhakta, Bethany Bridgman, Emilie Caris, Robert Carlson, *Marshall Cherry, Cheyenne Childers, *Ronald Collins, *Damon Cove, Ashley Cranmore, Sarah DeBolt, *Kourtney Dobbin, Samuel Eastman, Brandi Ellwood, Caleb Engle, *Mary Feldpausch, *Erin Goggins, Logan Gray, Alec Harden, Cole Harden, Nicole Hunt, Lucas Johnson, *Michael Johnston, *Ryan Johnston, *Hannah LaJoye, Tillery Larsen, *Abigail Laubaugh, Kayla Loew, Kaylie Lumbert, Mackenzie Maupin, Grace Meade, Chancelor Miller, Jay Molette, Mackenzie Monroe, *Patrick Murphy, Tyler Owen, Mariah Pearlman, *Adam Post, Jacob Pratt, Alexis Price, Devin Prieur, *Braxton Prilll, Erica Redman, Jaleel Richardson, James Senard, Jacob Sherman, *Caleb Sherwood, Sarah Sixberry, *Jason Slaughter, Victoria Smith, *Ryan Thornburgh, Samantha Traister, Deanna Turashoff, Parker Tyson, Naomi VanDien, Samantha Wezell, *Drew WhiteTebo, Ashleigh Wiersma, Jacob Zimmerman, *Jillian Zull. Honors — Hannah Bagley, Kaitlyn Bancroft, Nicholas Beauchamp, Christine Clark, Adam Clement, Riley Cusack, Autumn Demott, Drew Engle, Hannah Franklin, Breanna Gillespie, Brandon Gray, Evan Hart, Taylor Hawthorne, Skyler Henion, Benjamin Herbstreith, Atricia Johnson, Jesse Kinney, Skyler Lesh, Avery Lomas, Abby Miller, Sarah Norton, Jessica O’Keefe, Taren Odette, Zachary Pennington, Joshua Pifer, Christina Ramsey, Alexandrea Shumway, Drew Stolicker, Levi Trick, Madalin Trumbull, Abbey VanDiver, Karlee Vaughan, Marshall Wood, Christa Wright. Sixth grade High honors — Benjamin Anderson, Jacqueline Anderson, Nicholas Baum, Alex Beauchamp, Jeanne Bekampis, *Jade Boersma, *Justin Carlson, Andres Carmona, Megan Carpenter, *Clay Coltson, Lynlee Cotton, Madeline Dailey, *Aaron Denny, Sarah Dittman, Sarah Ellwood, Elijah Flood, *Scott Garber, *Caroline Garrison, Andrew Gee, *Abigail Girrbach, *Aaron Hamlin, Taylor Harding, *Daniel Hooten, *Katie Jacob, *Michael James, *Brittney Johnson, *Caleb Keech, *Anna Kendall, Hannah Leary, Maria Lopez, *Shelby Mack, *Alexander Maurer, *Rebecca Maurer, *Maryn McCausey, Clayton McClelland, Todd McConnon, Abigail McKeever, Alex McMahon, *Emalee Metzner, Devin Moore, Emma Morawski, *Connor Musculus, Margaret Nicholson-Marsh, Tanner Olmsted, Alyssa Olsen, *Raelee Olson, Sarah Olson, Anna Pattok, Krylan Pederson, *Kylie Pickard, *Owen Post, Kelsy Potter, Jacqueline Rosenberg, *Adam Shaeffer, *Megan Slagel, *Samantha Slatkin, *Jesslyn Slaughter, *Rachel Smith, *Lee Stowe, Nicholas Surratt, *Antonio Tompson, Renee Walden, Mikayla Warner, Quentin Wigg, *Jacob Wilgus, Madeline Youngs, Jacob Zech. Honors — Autumn Ackels, Macey Acker, Zachery Allyn, Emily Borton, Richard Buskirk, Jordyn Coats, Emily Dezwaan, Thomas Furrow, Kailey Gilbert, Kristen Gillespie, Ashley Glumm, Zlatko Granzow, Destiny Hartke, Theron Heniser, Lezlie Herrington, Jordon Hoffman, Braendon Hook, Lance Horton, Ryan Horton, Samantha Hurst, Haley Johns, Raymond Johnson, Kaitlyn Keeler, Haley Landon, Kimberly Landon, Thomas Lindsey, Adam McVay, Madilyn Metzger, Brittany Moore, Cora O’Brien, Robert Perry, Abel Ramirez, Alec Ridderbos, Mckenzie Rudesill, Emily Schultz, Matthew Scott, Sakora Stout, Kaetlynne Teunessen, Morgan Tolles, Ciera VanNoty, Kaitlyn Vanier, Brittney Wellman, Katherine Wilcox, Trystyn Yoder. Marriage Licenses David Patrick Kettle Horein, Delton and Janna Sue Scheeringa, El Paso, Tex. Marvin L. Mitchell, Nashville and Darlene Sue Kirwin, Nashville. Jonathan Richard Morris, Shelbyville and Chastity Lynne Patrick, Delton. William Arthur Muir, Northville and Dawn Marie Smith, Hastings. Scott Michael Showers, Freeport and Heather April Marble, Freeport. Gary Calvin Swope, Middleville and Linda Jean Belgiano, Kentwood. �Page 8 — Thursday, February 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Local weather observer receives national award Hastings resident David McIntyre has been given an award that very few National Weather Service (NWS) volunteer observers ever receive. McIntyre was awarded the John Campanius Holm Award for outstanding accomplishments in the field of cooperative weather observing. According to George Wetzel, observation program leader at the NWS office in Grand Rapids, every morning around 6 a.m., McIntyre steps out of his home to the local climatology station set up in his backyard. There, he records the past 24 hours of rain or snowfall, the current snow depth, the depth of the frost layer and the high, low and current temperatures. “He takes all of this information inside where he logs on to a NWS Web site and enters his data. He hits ‘transmit,’ and immediately, his information becomes part of the database of most important collection of Dave McIntyre (left) receives an award from George Wetzel of the National Weather Service. COUNTY BOARD, continued from page 1 addresses it either way,” he explained to the committee. “There’s a lot of talk about the idea that the city would provide some of the services, just as a natural outgrowth of the way it’s growing, but there isn’t anything in the area plan or in your zoning ordinance or in your master plan that would say one way or another. It’s neutral on that topic.” While Van Allsburg said he supported the notion of cooperation within the Hastings Area Joint Land Use Plan, he recommended that some of its specifics be clarified. City of Hastings Manager Jeff Mansfield explained that the PIUSA was intended to promote ordered growth and development away from the city. As such, whenever a property within the PIUSA is improved and made to incorporate such features as sewer service, it would be required to also utilize all common urban services, he said, adding that, in the event a property within the PIUSA received a service like sewer from an entity other than the city, it would be the responsibility of the owner or owners of that property to arrange to have all other common urban services provided to that property. “The property owner would have to arrange for that to happen,” he explained. Sheryl Lewis-Blake, CEO of Pennock Health Services, said she is content to have the Rutland Charter Township Board determine what form sewer services to the proposed hospital ultimately will take. According to Lewis-Blake, talks between Pennock Health Services and the sewer authority are underway, and, if the PIUSA were to be extended, those talks would continue. “We really look to the township to say what would make the most sense for the good of the community,” she said. “We can continue and would love to work with (the sewer authority) on the development of sewer services. We’ll also be happy to work with the city, if the PIUSA is extended ...” Another issue extensively discussed was what the proposed extension would mean for properties on and around Podunk Lake. As previously reported, Pennock Health Services would pay for construction of a pipe that would allow a new hospital to be serviced by the sewer authority, and the organization would allow other properties to utilize it. Because of the likely path such a pipe would take, properties on and around Podunk Lake would be able to connect to it with relative ease, without the owners of those properties having to pay for it to be built. VanNortwick asserted that, if the sewer authority did not service the hospital, properties on and around Podunk Lake would be left indefinitely without sewer because of the prohibitive cost for property owners to construct a pipe that would connect to the sewer authority. “I think that there’s a bit of an injustice there ...,” said VanNortwick . Dave Jasperse, a member of the Hastings City Council, disagreed with VanNortwick, saying it would be improper to hinge the proposed extension on the possibility that Pennock Health Services, a private entity, would fund sewer for properties on and around Podunk Lake. Residents of that area are able to pursue sewer services in the same manner as others in outlying areas have done, he said. When the commissioners next meet as a legislative body, they also will vote on the following possible courses of action: • Approval of a proposal to allow Governmental Business Services to provide election services for the county throughout this year. • Approval of an application from Laverne and Mildred Lettinga that would allow property owned by them to partake in the Farmland and Open Space Preservation Program. • Adoption of a resolution requesting that the legislative and judicial branches of the State of Michigan take steps to better support the Headlee Amendment. • Approval of monetary transfers and disbursements within the county. weather information recorded,” explained Wetzel. “This information is used by everyone from farmers to school teachers, engineers to the local media, to companies doing long-term climate studies to aviators and power companies.” As an observer for the past 25 years, McIntrye has recorded blizzards, floods, ice storms and damaging severe weather. And he has never missed an observation, said Wetzel. “He also reads the river gauge on the Thornapple River when the automated sensor fails, as it did a few years ago in the middle of a thunderstorm at night,” Wetzel said of McIntyre. “Dedication like that is why McIntyre received this award that only 25 observers out of the hundreds nominated of the 12,000 nationwide receive.” The John Campanius Holm Award is named for a Lutheran minister who was the first individual to keep systematic records of daily weather in the American Colonies in the late 1600s. McIntyre received the award as an unexpected surprise during the Jan. 25 Hastings City Council meeting. Through planning by McIntyre’s wife, Lois, family members, the Grand Rapids NWS and Hastings Mayor Bob May, the presentation was a surprise for McIntyre. In addition, Lois McIntyre received a Special Service Award from the NWS for the support she has given to McIntyre and the COOP program, for “the terrible inconvenience of living with an avowed weather enthusiast and helping McIntyre do this job and in turn making our job at the National Weather Service that much easier,” added Wetzel. “Without a doubt this was an easy decision to make and [I] look forward to working with McIntyre for many years to come.” SCHOOL BOARD, continued from page 1 Hunt: “I think they are looking at it as being promoted to Second Year Kindergarten or being promoted to first grade ...” With a fund balance hovering around 1 percent and rumors of more and bigger cuts in state funding (which proved to be true) how do you and the board of education justify ratifying a contract with the teacher’s union last year, giving the teachers raises and step increases? Satterlee: “We weren’t aware of this a year ago. Did I think we would have a $443 or more per-pupil cut? Absolutely not ... Do a lot of people who sign mortgages think that the economy was going to go into the toilet? Maybe a little, but not to the extent that it did. So, to isolate that one thing is inappropriate. “But, also one of the huge issues we wanted was a cap on insurance and that is one of the things we did get in negotiations, that we truly did want. That was part of the settlement. Would we have settled without the cap? Probably not for the percentage they received. But, I think you are asking me, in hindsight, to have used a crystal ball.” Don’t you think it is part of your position to look at trends, to look at the financial situation and make projections? Last year was rough. Since there was no indication of a turn around, it would seem to be fair to assume that things would get rougher. Wouldn’t it be prudent to make a projection, when you are looking at a contract ...” Satterlee: “The assumption is that we weren’t prudent. I believe we were prudent. One of the trends we were looking at, when you say that, is the fact that MESSA has artificially held down rates for the last few years and one of the chief assumptions was that they wouldn’t continue to do that. We may have settled for nothing but not had the cap and paid 4 or 5 percent. I can play the, ‘what if?’ game too.” Hunt: “And at the time of the contract, all that was coming out was the government, the federal stimulus funds were coming out and at that time they said that you couldn’t use them to replace ... you had to keep your current educational funding where it was in order to receive the funds.” Satterlee: “Now the Feds backed off on that and the state started reducing foundation allowance. But, at the time the contract was settled, that wasn’t what the Feds were saying.” The mayor of Detroit refuses to take a salary in an attempt to help the municipality regain control of its finances. When the administrative staff at the Grand Rapids Symphony had to take a 3 percent decrease in salary due a decrease in state funding, David Lockington, the conductor and artistic director of the symphony voluntarily took a 5 percent pay cut. (The musicians were protected by a collective bargaining agreement). Do you believe a leader such as yourself should set an example for the teachers and staff and refuse, or return, your salary increase for the benefit of the district? Satterlee: “Absolutely. I haven’t had an increase since I arrived here.” Didn’t the board of education give you a ‘token,’ increase last year? Satterlee: “They give me a little more on my annuity.” How much was that? Satterlee: [to Hunt] How much was it?” Hunt: “I’d have to go back and look.” Satterlee: “But, do I think we should do that? Yes. Now there’s a whole lot of legislation swirling out there that may require it regardless.” (Satterlee later called the Banner to report that he was in error. Hunt later reported that “Rich did not receive an increase for the 2008-09 school year. He did receive an increase in his annuity of $1,500 and a salary increase of $1,650 for the current school year.”) Are you referring to the one proposed by Senate Majority Leader Mike Bishop? Satterlee: “Is that the 25 percent plan and capped insurance ... a 5 percent reduction in salaries and a 20 percent contribution to health insurance?” Yes. Is that the one to which you were referring? (Bishop, a Republican from Rochester, is calling for state and local government employees including teachers, to take a temporary 5 percent pay cut and be required to contribute 20 percent of their health care costs. That follows a call from House Speaker Andy Dillon, a Wayne County Democrat, to scrap so-called ‘Cadillac’ health insurance plans, which unions bargained for, and to group all public plans into a single insurance pool, saving the state millions in the coming years ... Bishop says his plan would d save the state at least $2 billion and will work to get the constitutional amendment on the Aug. 5 ballot). Satterlee: “That’s one of them. There’s another one, the 28 percent plan that says administrative costs can not exceed 28 percent of the total budget, which we don’t.” What is our percentage? Satterlee: “Well, it’s funny. They include things like busing in administrative costs, the state does, so in comparison ... we’re not nearly ... I know on the list that came out ... we’re not on the list of schools affected by that plan. But, I’m going to need to know more about what they are including, because to get to 28 percent in administrative costs, busing has got to be in there ... all kinds of budgets that aren’t paying benefits, and I don’t know enough about it right now. But, I did check to make sure we weren’t over the 28 percent.” So you really don’t feel you have enough information to comment on whether you think the plan would solve financial problems for the school district? Satterlee: The 25 percent plan of Bishop’s? Do I think it will solve the problems? No, I don’t think it will solve the problems. Is it a step in the right direction? I guess that is a matter of opinion. I don’t have any problems with it, personally. But, I know a lot of people will. I think we receive pretty good benefits and if it costs me a little bit of money to support them, I’m fine with that. But, I am speaking personally.” According to a report by Board of Education Treasurer Gene Haas, when you add up the total compensation including wages, benefits and taxes, the district’s average teacher earns just over $97,000. By the end of the three-year contract, that will increase to over $103,000 per teacher. Given the current financial situation, do you think these numbers are sustainable? Satterlee: “Do I think they are sustainable? Not with current funding, but funding is only half. The other half is that we face declining enrollment. So, like a lot of Michigan schools we get hit twice; you have less kids so you have less money based on less kids from the previous year. Also, you either have a stagnant, which has been an issue, or declining foundation allowance so you get the double bump there... in less revenue. Do I think that it is sustainable? I don’t know that it is sustainable. But, I will say this, we have a veteran faculty, and a veteran faculty does cost more than an inexperienced faculty ... That’s where we are at today. That doesn’t mean that is where we will be a year from now, five years from now, or down the road.” “... I don’t think the issue is the contract as much as you want to focus on it, The issue is the state isn’t funding schools appropriately. Proposal A is a great system when the economy is in good shape; when it’s not in good shape and you rely on sales tax, you’re going to struggle, and we’re struggling. Not just public education but throughout the state.” While everyone would probably agree that the state isn’t funding the schools appropriately, don’t school districts have to live within their budgets just like a homeowner would? We can’t blame our employers and say they are not funding us appropriately for the lifestyles we are accustomed to. We have to adjust our budgets according to our incomes. If we don’t budget and pay our mortgages and utilities, there are consequences. Satterlee: “If you look at what the fund equity was when I arrived and what the fund equity is today, I think I am. What was the fund equity when you arrived? Satterlee: “It was biggest concern when taking the job, Where were we at, Barb, about 1 1/2 percent?” Hunt: “I would have to look. We took some out last year. Satterlee: “Right at the end of the year.” Hunt: “But I think that’s all we’ve really taken out, and a little from the year before ... not a lot, just a few thousand ... We took some out.” When did you start working for Hastings Area Schools? 2007? Satterlee: “This is my third year ...” A story ran in the Banner in April of 2007 that stated that the fund balance was 4 percent. Satterlee: “No. Well, maybe they thought it was. When I came here they were actually supposed to take $140,000...” Hunt: “The year you came here there was, right, the original budget... was taking quite a bit out of the fund balance.” Satterlee: “Absolutely it was.” So what was the fund balance when you were hired? Satterlee: “I think it was between a percent and a half and 2 percent because I remember having long conversations with my wife saying, ‘This is going to be a problem.’And, lo and behold, it has been, prior to accepting the job ... “That’s not the only issue, though. The budget that was approved was taking money out of that fund balance so that had to be righted right away, also.” Hunt: “I will look up the fund balance and the budget for you.” Satterlee: “The point is that when you use the analogy of home and having to live within your means, I think I am.” What is the current fund balance? Hunt: “1 percent.” Satterlee: “Roughly.” When you were hired, one of the areas you were asked to focus on was increasing the fund balance. If the current fund balance is 1 percent and it was at 1.5 to 2 percent when you were hired, that is actually a small decline. Satterlee: “Absolutely, yes.” When you said, “...Look at what the fund equity was when I arrived and what the fund equity is today,” what were you trying to say? Satterlee: “What I was trying to say — and it was your question — is that we weren’t [fiscally] responsible, is what you were indicating. And what I am saying is that we have been [fiscally] responsible. “I guess I understand when you look at it and say there has been a small decrease. Some things aren’t in our control. I didn’t go to Lansing and beg them to make a reduction. “I would say, in Barb’s case, she does a very good job. When you’re looking at a $23 to $24 million budget and you’re off by $60,000, to the general public, $60,000 is a lot of money, and I agree it’s a lot of money. But, when you’re dealing with a budget that large, it is a rather small percentage ... you have harder winter than you expected, gas prices go up beyond what you expected, or diesel prices. That impacts that final figure and to be that close, I think she does an excellent job.” (According to Hunt in a later telephone conversation, the fund balance was 1.5 percent in 2007 when Satterlee assumed his post. Based on her projections, after cuts have been made, the fund balance will be at 2 percent by June 30, 2010. Hunt said the district is “looking at putting money back into the fund based on cuts we have made this year.”) The teachers have one year left on their contract? Satterlee: “We’ll begin negotiating this time next year.” The last time you were looking for a cap on insurance, and with just one year left on the contract, are you going to want to talk with the teachers about opening the contract? Satterlee: “Am I going to want to? I hesitate to comment on that since I haven’t talked to the board about it. Are we going to ask for concessions based on the projected budget going into next year? I think we will approach all labor groups about concessions, if that is what you are asking me, because arbitrarily, I can’t just open the contract and say, ‘Sorry.’ I don’t think we have a choice but to do that. “I will garner that with, there are some possible legislative changes that could have the potential of impacting our budget like the 25 percent plan. As those things develop, a cloudy picture becomes clearer, too... I say the 25 percent plan because if [your boss] said, you’re paying 20 percent of your benefits and taking a 5 percent reduction and then approached you about concessions, you’re probably going to say ‘no’ ... That’s going to have play a part in our overall plan of meeting our budget for next year.” Do you think having the ability to open the contract based on the financial situation is something you will ask for during negotiations? Satterlee: “I think we always ask to work with our employees and be collaborative and be in it as a team. So, to formally ask them, to say, ‘I want written language that any time one party wants to open the contract, it’s open,’ I don’t think we’ll ask for that, no. It should initially be a mutually agreed upon endeavor. “We’re certainly going to have to approach our labor groups about concessions. That doesn’t mean they are going to be willing to re-open the contract though, which they would have to do in order to allow that.” You mentioned before that Hastings has, ‘a veteran,’ staff. Do you believe the process of tenure aids or harms the educational process? Satterlee: “That is an opinion ... In today’s SCHOOL BOARD, continued next page �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 4, 2010 — Page 9 SCHOOL BOARD, continued from previous page situation, I don’t know if tenure is needed. At one time, I’m sure it was. But, I think there needs to be some finessing of the law to allow quality teachers to be quality teachers and in front of kids and those [who] aren’t quality, we need to have some flexibility to get them to improve. But, I think the intent of the law, when it was written, had a purpose.” Looking back, do you think closing Pleasantview was a good decision? Satterlee: “Let me comment this way: the most difficult professional decision I have had to make was to make that recommendation. So, do I think it was good? I think it was necessary. I wouldn’t say it was good; it still bothers me. That was an outstanding school with great community support, great kids, excellent faculty. So, would I jump up and down and say, ‘that was a good decision?’ No, it was decision that bothers me still to this day, but I think it was necessary.” You thought it was necessary financially? Satterlee: “Yes.” Do you know how many students the district lost because of that decision? Satterlee: “I would have to go and check, honestly. We did the first year ...” Hunt: “We kept track the first year, but it would be hard to tell. We lose students; we’ve lost students each year. Which ones ...” POLICE BEAT Bad parking tips off deputy After refusing to take a breathalyzer test at the scene and driving with an expired license, Edward Thomas Hoekenga, 25, of Greenville was taken to the Barry County Jail. At the jail, a breathalyzer determined that Hoekenga had a .13 percent blood alcohol content. A Barry County Sheriff deputy discovered Hoekenga’s vehicle parked in the roadway on Buehler Road Jan. 30. He was cited for operating while intoxicated, second offense; refusing a preliminary breath test and driving with an expired license. Hastings man ‘enlightened’ about warrants A defective headlight led to the arrest of Andrew Rolland Richardson Jan. 29. Two valid warrants, one for contempt of court and one for a civil infraction from the Hastings post of the Michigan State Police, were discovered for Richardson, 24, of Hastings. A Barry County Sheriff deputy pulled Richardson over for the faulty headlight and then transported Richardson to the Barry County Jail without incident. Sticky fingers duo caught in the act A duo of shoplifters had their spree cut short by a security office at Walmart in Hastings. Store security observed a 31-year-old female from Hastings put items into her purse after removing them from the package. The store employee watched as a second female, 51, from Hastings, handed various items to the first subject as they walked through the store. The employee stopped the duo when they proceeded past the checkout lanes without paying for any of the items. Barry County Sheriff Deputies were then called, and the two were taken to jail. Kick damages door Hastings Police are investigating a breaking and entering complaint of a residence in the 700 block of South East Street that was reported during the early evening hours of Jan. 25. The suspect(s) gained entry into the unoccupied residence by kicking in the back door. At the time of the report, it was unknown if anything was taken. The door had approximately $200 worth of damage. The incident remains under investigation. Speeding and suspension, double trouble Curtis Joseph-R Felder, 24, of Nashville was lodged at the Barry County Jail after a Barry County Deputy stopped him for speeding Jan. 18. The deputy discovered Felder was driving with a suspended license. He was issued a citation the offense, his second. Nothing up sleeve, except suspended license Though he attempted to hide behind his arm, Robert Leroy Cable, 37, of Battle Creek was caught driving without a valid license by a Barry County Sheriff’s deputy Jan. 23. Cable was issued a citation for driving with a suspended license, first offense, and released at the scene and the passenger of the vehicle took over driving duties. Bathroom assault leads to investigation Hastings Police are investigating an assault reported by Hastings Middle School officials Jan. 27. A 15-year-old student is suspected of assaulting a 12-year-old student while in the boy’s restroom shortly after 8 a.m. that morning. The suspect, from Hastings, allegedly walked up behind the victim, also from Hastings, and burned his face with a cigarette lighter. According to the police, the victim was fortunate to sustain only minor injuries. The suspect left the school prior to police arriving but was returned by his parents after being located in the afternoon. The incident has been turned over to the Barry County Prosecutor’s office for review. Gesundheit — just not into traffic A fry wrapper cost more than the price of a children’s meal for a 45-year-old Hastings mother. After wiping her child’s runny nose, the woman told a Barry County Sheriff deputy she did not have anywhere to put the paper so she threw it out the window. The deputy, traveling behind her, observed the paper fly out the window and strike his patrol car. She was issued a citation for littering into the path of a moving vehicle. Subject ready to rumble with anyone Hastings Police were dispatched to a parking lot in the 100 block of West Court Street to a reported fight in progress early Jan. 21. Responding officers located the victim, a 25-yearold Hastings man, who said he was conversing with his girlfriend outside of her car when the suspect attacked him, striking him several times without any provocation. Officers made contact with the suspect who was identified as Steve Kauffman, 28, of Hastings, who was attempting to leave the area when police arrived. After being told he was under arrest, Kauffman began fighting with officers. Kauffman was warned several times to quit resisting, and after a brief struggle was taken into custody. Mercy Ambulance responded to the scene to treat the victim for injuries sustained. One of the arresting officers who received minor injuries during the arrest sought treatment at Pennock Hospital. Kauffman was transported and lodged at the Barry County Jail. He is facing charges of aggravated assault along with resisting and obstructing an officer, causing injury. Sweepstakes scam nets thousands from resident A Woodland senior citizen became the victim of a fraud scheme recently, paying thousands of dollars in a bogus scheme. A suspect, identifying himself as James Snow of Brinks Security, contacted the resident and informed her that U.S. Customs intercepted a package addressed to her. The package did not include a return address, and the suspect requested permission to check the contents. The resident granted permission and received a call later in the day from the same subject. He informed her that inside the package was a $187,000 check and paperwork indicating she had won a contest. Through further phone calls, the suspect(s) were able to convince the resident to send nearly $2,000 through Western Union to cover taxes on the winnings. The resident was convinced to pay an additional $10,000 in three payments to cover additional taxes. Western Union intercepted the third payment before it was sent and discovered the scheme upon talking with the resident. The third payment was returned before it was sent to Ottawa, Canada, where the previous payments were sent. Satterlee: “We did keep track that first year.” Did closing Pleasantview save the district money? If so, how much? Satterlee: “We’d have to check at how many [students] were lost ... but I think we are looking at several hundred thousand dollars in savings. Hunt: “There’s still savings there because you’ve saved on ...” Satterlee: “Administrator’s salary...” Hunt: “The facility... So, there are savings there...” Can you give a figure for the savings? Hunt. “I can give it. It would be hard to know what Pleasantview would look like today versus, I mean, I can give you things for sure — I can give you the administrator’s salary, the secretary, the custodian — that kind of stuff. How many kids would be out there today? I don’t know what the school would look like. I don’t know how many, but I can give you the definite cost ... how many teachers there would be out there now versus how many then ...” Satterlee: “We know there have been a lot of splits out there. We’d’ve reduced teachers; we wouldn’t have had a choice.” Hunt: “It’s hard for me to say. We would have reduced three teachers, but ...” Satterlee: “I agree with you, Barb, But who knows? All of a sudden they may have had a bubble in third grade ... I don’t think they would have, but I am using that, hypothetically.” (After the interview, Hunt e-mailed the following information, “The best estimate of savings for the closing of Pleasantview would be at least $215,000 for the 2009-10 school year alone after deducting the income loss for the 29 students who left. There are additional savings that are not included in this figure because there are areas of the budget that are not broken down by building, so I do not have a way to figure the savings of things such as cost of repairs and technology into this estimate.”) Support personnel received a 1.5 percent increase for the current year, a 1 percent raise the next and a 1.5 percent increase the following year, while bus drivers received 2 percent the first year and 1.5 percent the next three years. Other school systems in the area have turned to private companies to reduce the cost of many of these services. Will Hastings be looking at outsourcing some of these services in the near future? Satterlee: “I hope not. I mean obviously it depends on what happens in Lansing and that type of thing, but I believe those people are a part of the fabric of our community, and I believe they do a very good job. It is not something that I would like to have to look at. I would hope we could come up with better ideas than that. I’m not saying we can. I don’t care for that option, particularly. Will it be looked at? I think we have to look at everything. But, we have a cloudy picture in Lansing, coming into this spring. So, maybe that’s not something you look at, depending on what happens; but, I sure don’t like it.” What is your perception of the community’s opinion of the current state of the Hastings Area School System? Satterlee: “Let me tell you this, I think the general public appreciates the job that is done here. I think they are frustrated with the financial impacts that have occurred over the last few years. I think they would like to see us do a better job, and I think we are capable of that. “Another source of frustration is that typically we don’t have very many people at board meetings. I would like to see more people involved. “Overall, you look at band boosters, athletic boosters and PTOs and I think the community is very supportive of the school. I know they are supportive of the schools.” Hunt: “Business partners.” Satterlee: “Business partners — perfect example.” At a recent board meeting Board of Education Trustee Scott Hodges said ‘the board would like to get the community involved in the process.’ At that same meeting you (Satterlee) said, ‘the board realized that just having regular monthly meetings does not encourage a lot of comments from, or dialogue with, the community and therefore we (the board) would like to start holding at least four or five informational meetings each year. Does this mean you and the board will be prepared to answer questions directly to community members when they attend these meetings? Satterlee: “I think there has to be. But, I think that is a pendulum, too. When you have money and there is nothing controversial going on, whether it involves money or not, then the dialogue is less, or needed less. When you don’t have it and decisions impact people — and impact kids especially — then it is more needed.” You are willing to hold a forum with community members, teachers and parents to begin addressing the needs of the district and possible means to overcoming challenges real or perceived? Satterlee: “Yes.” What is your vision for the district? What are your priorities or goals for the next year? The next five years? The next 10 years? Satterlee: “I think we are on the cusp of doing great things ... I think we’re working with the teachers, working with our staff. We have implemented professional learning communities. Of course, we’re still experiencing growing pains with that; but, the working together, the collaborative nature ... I think is a positive thing. We’re using data to make our decisions, particularly in the curriculum area, which I think is wonderful— rather than pulling it out of the blue. We are starting a literacy audit, or I guess, an external literacy revue is a better phrase, K-12, looking at reading and writing, in particular, applying the data to that and looking at our PLCs (Professional Learning Communities) and attempting to meet the needs of our kids. I think that is outstanding. “I would like to be at a point where ... I very much feel that since I came to the district I have been dismantling things, I would like to be at a point where we’re building things, offering programing, expanding opportunities for kids. I believe that an alternative program is something we need to have for our high school kids, especially with the merit curriculum. I’d like to see that built. “I am actually pretty excited about the future of our school system. Right now, we’re just having to deal with a lot of negative things. But, you look at our test scores, we stack up fairly well against other districts. I would like to stack up fairly well with other districts, nationally. I think literacy is the first step. I think after we do the literacy revue, we need to look at our data, look at our PLCs and work on mathematics — do a mathematics external revue. I think that is ongoing, that we have to do that. But, it has to be collaborative in nature. Not everyone has the answer all by themselves. We have to work together as a collaborative team. But, I’m glad we have the initial steps in place and are moving forward.” Do you believe in year-round schooling? Satterlee: “Well, do I believe in it? Yes. Will we look at it? It’s negotiated. Can it be brought up at the table? Absolutely, it can be brought up, but it’s still negotiated, Do I personally believe in it? As an educator and as a dad, absolutely. I don’t think we should probably be on the agrarian calendar anymore.” Do you believe one superintendent could run Hastings, Delton, and Maple Valley schools? Satterlee: “Do I believe they can? No. I think it would be too much work for one individual. And, you’re looking at two smaller districts that don’t have assistant superintendents that would hire assistant superintendents because one person can’t be everywhere. I think you’re dealing with a variety of different labor groups and a number of different contractual issues. You’re looking at 21 board of education members. You’re looking at three nights a week, having a board meeting that you have to prep for. I see it either as a job where you hire other administrators in central office to pick up tasks or you maintain the superintendents in the local schools.” What is the one “out-of-the-box” idea you have to improve the education children receive in Hastings Area Schools? Satterlee: “Out-of-the-box? I don’t know if it’s out there or not, but I don’t know if it’s been talked about in Hastings at all, but we adopted to go along with the Genesee ISDC time waiver program to offer students in the community — right now just high school, but, hopefully, next year middle school students as well — the opportunity to take online course work that still allows us to still garner the full FTE [full-time equivalent status] for the student and allows them more flexibility in scheduling. Sometimes — maybe it’s comfort level — but I think that is a great opportunity for kids. Does it impact every kid? No. Can it impact some kids who maybe don’t like being in the building or have problems conforming with the rules? Absolutely.” Is there a limit to how many online courses a student can take? Satterlee: “They can have up to six a semester. That’s what we get paid for.” Technically, somebody could take six online courses and not have to be in the school. Satterlee: “Absolutely. We have a few kids doing that currently.” Besides financial, what are your perceived barriers to meeting your goals? Satterlee: “I think finances certainly is one barrier. Being more collaborative with our various labor groups at times can be a barrier. Having community understanding, at certain times, can be a barrier.” Do you have any solutions to those barriers? COURT NEWS William George Maine Jr., 27, of Climax, pleaded guilty Jan. 28 to one count of operating or maintaining a lab involving methamphetamine. Under Judge James Fisher in 5th Circuit Court, Maine was sentenced to a minimum of 36 months in prison. He was credited for 144 days served and could serve a maximum of 180 months. On Sept. 5, 2009, a police chase with Maine ended when the vehicle he was driving struck a Dumpster. Before the crash, two bags containing meth paraphernalia were thrown from the vehicle. He was also ordered to pay $60 to crime victim rights, $68 in state minimum costs and $500 in court costs. John Anthony Falvo Jr., 40, of Jackson was sentenced to a minimum of 100 months in prison after pleading guilty to home invasion, second degree. Judge Fisher sentenced Falvo to serve his prison time consecutive to any parole violation sanctions. The warrant reads that on June 4, 2009, Falvo entered a dwelling on Stoney Point Road without permission and while entering, present in or exiting the dwelling, committed larceny. Falvo was sentenced Jan. 27 for the felony charge and was ordered to pay $60 crime victim rights, $68 state minimum costs and $2,908 in restitution. Satterlee: “Oh yeah. I think that is one of the reasons we implemented the PLCs with specifically the HEA [Hastings Education Association] was that we need to share information back and forth and utilize their expertise in the classroom and share ideas, not only from administrator to teacher and back and forth; but, teacher to teacher and from grade level to grade level. I think that is critical. With the community, we’re working on some things that were brought to me last week, that hopefully we can improve communications although, at times, I question ... you have to have an open line of communication, but I would like it to be two ways. It can’t just be the district putting out information. But, it can’t be at the board meeting, particularly; it has to be more in the setting you were describing earlier where it’s not a business meeting, but an exchange. You’ve already requested and were twice turned down for a five-year 1-mill levy for facility improvements. Do you plan on putting the request on the ballot again this year? Do you think it has a chance of passing? What might you do differently? Satterlee: “Not in May, no. One, there is limited time to get it out there. Number two, as much as I’ve heard about people saying we should look at it, it has been fairly limited. But, I had also heard, although limited, that we shouldn’t pursue one. I don’t see an overwhelming turbulence coming from the community saying, ‘Yes, we need to put this on the ballot.’ And, I don’t believe my board members are seeing that either. I don’t think people are calling them, or stopping them at the store and saying, ‘You really need to pursue a sinking fund,’ In fact, I’ve not had anyone say that to me. “The other side of the coin — do I think it is needed? Absolutely. We need to protect our buildings and the infrastructure of the district. We’re either going to pay for it today or we are going to pay for it later. I just don’t particularly see the economy and the general public supporting that at this point. But, if we hear from a lot of people and they’re saying, ‘Yeah, we need to do it,’ I’m all for it.” Do you think the administration and school board have done a good job really telling people why you were pursuing the millage during past elections? Satterlee: “I don’t know if we’ve done a good job. I’ve had community meetings where one or two people show up. The message I wanted then, didn’t get out there. I think that’s kind of a twosided nickel there. We had PowerPoints [presentations], we put ads on the radio explaining what it would be used for, as well as in the paper. It was on the Internet. That’s a tough question. Do I think we did a good enough job explaining it? Obviously not. It lost 60-40 [percent] two times. But, did it lose 60-40 because they weren’t informed? I don’t know. The second vote was a pretty big turnout. I don’t know if they weren’t informed or if they just voted no for it.” What do you perceive the impact of the loss of counseling staff has had on the student body and teaching staff (which took effect in late January)? Satterlee: “What do I perceive? I haven’t seen any issues with it. To this point, I think there will be some difficulty with scheduling come this spring. But, we’re going to have to work through that.” Scheduling is only one part of the services the counseling department provided. Satterlee: “Typically, our counselors were academic counselors. That’s the typical role of a school counselor is in academics. Did they ever deal with the emotional issues? Absolutely. And I’m sure they did it more than I’m aware. But, I haven’t had any brought to me specifically to say, ‘Here you go. This is why we need counselors.’ And I will add, I didn’t want to cut it; I didn’t want to recommend the cut for it.” What grade would you give yourself and the school board regarding the management of the district? Satterlee: “I’ll give the board an A. They have the wherewithal to run for the position and actually stand up there, and of late ...” Hunt: “Very difficult decisions ...” Satterlee: “... very hard decisions that are not always popular. Many times, they are not popular, and none of them have to do it, but they do it because they care about the community and the school system, and I’m appreciative of that.” What grade would you give yourself? Satterlee: “B.” That leaves some room for improvement. What do you think you need to improve? What is keeping you from being excellent? Satterlee: “I think that is debatable. I’m not going to say I’m excellent; I think you always need to strive for something more. But, certainly communication has been one [area] that has been brought up. I think in curriculum leadership, we still have a long ways to go. And, that doesn’t mean I’m not trying; I don’t want to infer that. We’re just not where I want me, and the district, to be. I think also being superintendent is being community-oriented as well. In some areas, I think I do a good job with that. With some areas, I think I could improve. The job I do is not 9 to 5. It is 24 hours a day, every day. And, when you go on vacation, or you’re sitting watching the Super Bowl this Sunday, I guarantee you, I will think about school. That’s just the way it is. I know that is not abnormal. I’m sure Chris Cooley did it before me and Carl Schoessel did it before him and Dick Guenther did it before him. That’s just part of the job.” �Page 10 — Thursday, February 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Hope Wickham 552 East Thorn Street Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: February 4, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 617.3080 ASAP# 3433683 02/04/2010 77542788 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Kirk D Ziegler and Jody R Ziegler, Husband and Wife to Option One Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated December 17, 2004 and recorded January 5, 2005 in Instrument # 1139717 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2005-OPT1, by assignment dated December 15, 2008 and recorded December 22, 2008in Instrument # 200812220011966 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Three Dollars and Eighty-Two Cents ($123,683.82) including interest 7.4% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on March 4, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 296, Al-Con-Quin Lake Resort Properties Unit No. 2, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in liber 2 of Plats, Page 63, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 2696 Quakezik St, Hastings MI 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 2/04/2010 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2005-OPT1, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 09-12385 77542813 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeffrey R. Bauer and Elizabeth A. Bauer, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Mortgagee, dated December 14, 2007, and recorded on January 2, 2008 in instrument 200801020000060, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-Three And 14/100 Dollars ($180,363.14), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 28, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as commencing at the Southwest corner of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 28, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, thence North on the West Section line 250 feet, thence Easterly at right angles to Section line 530 feet, thence Southerly parallel to first mentioned course 250 feet to South Section line, thence Westerly along said Section line 530 feet to the place of beginning, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542235 File #289651F01 SYNOPSIS RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING JANUARY 13, 2010 - 7:30 P.M. Regular meeting called to order and Pledge of Allegiance. Present: Flint, Greenfield, Bellmore, Hawthorne, Lee, Carr, Hanshaw. Absent: None. Approved the Agenda as presented. Approved the Consent Agenda as presented. Approval was given to the Planning Commission for them to proceed with a public hearing and the necessary steps on the Master Plan proposed amendments. Accepted Ordinance #2010-137, Ordinance Code Adoption Ordinance for first reading by roll call vote. Approved Resolution #2010-120, Resolution of Intent for Podunk Lake Weed Assessment by roll call vote. Meeting Adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Attested to by: Jim Carr, Supervisor www.rutlandtownship.org 77542596 Bowling Scores STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-25509-DE Estate of Alan J. Newhouse, deceased. Date of birth: 10/27/1954. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Alan J. Newhouse, who lived at 12120 Southgate Drive, Plainwell, MI 49080, died 01/21/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Deborah A. Newhouse, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court St., Suite 302, Hastings, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. 02/02/2010 William R. Oudsema P27027 3018 Oakland Drive, Suite B Kalamazoo, MI 49008 (269) 381-8434 Deborah A. Newhouse 12120 Southgate Drive Plainwell, MI 49080 (269) 664-5124 77542818 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Knapper and Lisa Knapper, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 27, 2002, and recorded on January 7, 2003 in instrument 1095057, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-One And 06/100 Dollars ($140,581.06), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, 990 feet South of the Northwest corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence South 330 feet; thence East 1320 feet, more or less, to the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence North 330 feet; thence West 1320 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542047 File #296859F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jolena M Fitzsimmons, a married person and Patrick O Fitzsimmons, a married, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 24, 2002, and recorded on May 28, 2002 in instrument 1081142, and modified by agreement dated October 20, 2008, and recorded on December 9, 2008 in instrument 20081209-0011674, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Eight And 67/100 Dollars ($108,448.67), including interest at 5.69% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 29, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan, thence 680 feet for a place of beginning; thence East 216 feet; thence North 200 feet; thence West 216 feet; thence South 200 feet to the Place of Beginning. Subject to the Highway right-of-way for Dowling Road The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #055934F04 77542778 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Edward J. Porter, Single, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 11, 2003, and recorded on July 23, 2003 in instrument 1109232, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWABS 2003-05 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Seven And 46/100 Dollars ($158,327.46), including interest at 11.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 119 and 120 of Fair Lake Annex, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 63, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542059 File #299109F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kevin McDonnell, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Member First Mortgage, LLC., Mortgagee, dated May 15, 2006, and recorded on May 23, 2006 in instrument 1164989, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Rivertown Community Federal Credit Union as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Seven And 27/100 Dollars ($90,997.27), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: commencing at the 1/8 corner on the North side of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 15: Thence South on the 1/8 line 775 feet to an iron stake at the Shore of Long Lake; Thence North 60 3/4 degrees East 75 feet for the place of beginning; Thence North 60 3/4 degrees East along the Shore of Long Lake 200 feet; Thence North 4 1/2 degrees West 140.6 feet; Thence South 60 1/4 degrees West 200 feet; Thence South 4 1/2 degrees East 139 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #300085F01 77542799 Sunday Night Mixed Sandbaggers 58.5; Lanes Divided 48; Pinchasers 47.5; Team Ate 46; Skabbs 44; Funky Bowlers 43; Straight Liners 42; Shelly’s Country Daycare 42; Late Arrivals 40; The Heath Gang 37. Women’s Good Games & Series - S. Vandenburg 218-582; N. Shafer 194-553; A. Churchill 191-499; B. Heath 157-457; F. Ames 164-452; D. Roberts 155-443; M. Olin 179-431; S. Henry 160-404; K. Becker 198; N. Mroz 192; A. Hubbell 189. Men’s good Games & Series - TNY Heath 246-676; B. Hubbell 233-667; J. Mroz 246622; DJ James 236-616; J. Haner 198-564; S. Farlee 193-538; S. Wilkins 168-478; T. Demott 177-434; M. Bassett 160-389; TYL Heath 211; S. Olin 211; B. Madden 210; E. Bartlet 202; C. Merica 201; B. Churchill 200; J. Reffett 192. Friday Night Mixed Matt’s Bunch 50; Spencers Towing & Tire 46; Shirlee’s Family 45; Ten Pins 41.5; 9 NA-Wiggle 38.5; Dum Schitz 38; The 4 B’s 36.5; Heads Out 34; Haldan 33.5; Part Time 33; Oldies Not Goodies 32; Spare Time 32; Team #13 30; All But One 30. Women’s Good Games & Series - T. Pennington 223-625; M. Daniel 180-485; M. Mathis 173-461; L. Smith 177-452; L. Clark 156-412; N. Taylor 147-379; K. Becker 205; N. Shafer 204; L. Potter 194; J. Madden 186; D. James 182; M. Sears 179; T. Bush 177; E. Johnson 169; J. Bowman 144. Men’s Good Games & Series - D. McKee 270-742; B. Taylor 269-656; M. McKee 227645; J. Daniel 233-644; T. Heath 241-640; M. Pennington 246-624; M. Kasinsky 205-582; J. Shoebridge 203-555; R. Chaffee 200-549; A. Taylor 216-546; K. Matthews 173-413; D. Carpenter 243; R. Guild 236; M. Eaton 234; T. Ramey 180; B. Bell 164; D. Sears 163. Wednesday P.M. Hair Care 55-29; Four Pals 51-33; Eye and ENT 44.5-39.5; Mill’s Landing 42-42; The River 36.5-47.5; NBT 23-61. STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 09-25419-DE Estate of KATHLEEN ANN MOORE. Date of birth: 01/21/1948. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, KATHLEEN ANN MOORE, who lived at 2086 N. M-37 HWY., MIDDLEVILLE, Michigan died 08/05/2009. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to ZACHARY MOORE, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 W. COURT ST., SUITE 302, HASTINGS and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. 1/28/10 TIA de GOA P57326 205 E. MILL ST. HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 945-3885 ZACHARY MOORE 2086 N. M-37 HWY. MIDDLEVILLE, MI 49333 (269) 795-3537 Good Games & Series - L. Elliston 210516; P. Fowler 165-425; G. Potter 155-403; N. Boniface 204-551; D. Seeber 192-510; S. Drake 173-458; B. Smith 200-471; S. Beebe 182; L. Friend 140-322; K. Moore 128-339; R. Pitts 143; E. Ulrich 221-508; B. Hathaway 188-538. Senior Citizens Three Gals & A Guy 47-33; Just Having Fun 47-33; Usedtobe #1 46-30*; Sun Risers 46-34; Butterfingers 44.5-35.5; Be Happy 4436; Kuempel 39-41; King Pins 36.5-39.5*; Ward’s Friends 33-47; Early Risers 33-47; M&M’s 29-51; Just Friends 27-45* *Games to be made up. Women’s Good Games & Series - R. Murphy 181-508; G. Scobey 159; G. Otis 181; S. Merrill 219-570; S. Patch 184-488. Men’s Good Games & Series - D. Murphy 152; G. Forbey 156-436; N. Thaler 166-411; R. Boniface 212-498; L. Brandt 213-598. Mixerettes James Process Service 48-36; Kent Oil 4836; Nashville Chiropractic 45-39; Dewey’s Auto Body 44-40; N B T 43-41; Dean’s Dolls 39-45; Sassy Babes 38-46; Good Friends 3153. Good Games & Series - E. Ulrich 172; J. Alflen 198; L. Elliston 188; B. Hathaway 178-465; T. Redman 150; S. Merrill 192; K. Fowler 179; S. Dunham 163-469; J. Pitch 153; N. Potter 154; S. VanDenburg 224-587; C. Hurless 212; D. James 192; E. Bond 134351; D. Snyder 175; T. Christopher 194; V. Carr 181; S. Nash 180-426; D. Worm 179; T. Drake 163; L. Greer 180. Tuesday Trio Colemans 72; Lu’s Team 52.5; CBS 48; Lynn Denton** 47.5; Twisted Sister’s** 47; Quick Response Fire 45; Trouble 44; Lucky Strikes 42; Delton Pole** 37; Super Crips 34; Sister’s** 34; Team 12** 0. **Team Make Up High Games - D. James 242; T. Daniels 237; Shirlee V 235; P. Ramey 227. High Series - Shirlee V 591; T. Daniels 588; L. Potter 573; Heather 570. Tuesday Mixed Grove Street Cafe 54-34; Hastings City Bank 49.5-38.5; Boyce Milk Hauler 48-40; Hurless Machine Shop 45-43; Barry County Red Cross 32-52; J-Bar Antique Tractors 30.5-53.5. Men’s Good Games - K. Beebe 227; L. Porter 220; K. Armstrong 193; T. Graham 189; P. Scobey 181; G. Hause 169; C. Steeby 164; G. Snyder 161. Men’s Good Series - K. Beebe 564; L. Porter 498; K. Armstrong 562; T. Graham 484; P. Scobey 527; G. Hause 447; C. Steeby 460; G. Snyder 448. Women’s Good Games - S. Beebe 187; B. Wilkins 181; M. Westbrook 180; D. Service 159; B. Benedict 146; B. Ramey 138; B. Moore 134; R. Gross 133. Women’s Good Series - S. Beebe 512; B. Wilkins 490; M. Westbrook 468; D. Service 395; B. Benedict 377; B. Ramey 378; B. Moore 377; R. Gross 393. 77542842 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Allen W Ruthruff and Fayetta Ruthruff aka Allen W and Fay Ruthruff, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to First Chicago NBD Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated October 16, 1998, and recorded on November 3, 1998 in instrument 1020278, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Five Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-One And 42/100 Dollars ($25,681.42), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Land situated in the Township of Hope, County of Barry, state of Michigan, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 30, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry county, Michigan, distant East 696.3 feet from the North 1/4 corner of said Section 30; thence East, 424 feet along said North Section line; thence South, 672 feet along the West line of Nadall Drive; thence West, 482 feet more or less, to the centerline of a 33 foot wide roadway easement; thence North 00 degrees 09 minutes East, 250 feet along said centerline; thence continuing along said centerline North 07 degrees 46 minutes East, 594.5 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Northerly 33 feet thereof for Rose Road. Together with and subject to a private easement for roadway purposes over the Westerly 16.5 feet thereof, and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542390 File #300211F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Travis Williams and Jessica A Williams, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 17, 2006, and recorded on February 27, 2006 in instrument 1160627, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fourteen Thousand Four Hundred Ten And 33/100 Dollars ($114,410.33), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: Parcel of land located in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section 12; thence North along the West line of said Section 526 feet to the point of beginning; thence East perpendicular to said West Section line 470 feet; thence North parallel with said West Section line 250 feet; thence West perpendicular to said West Section line 470 feet to said West Section line thence South along said West Section line 250 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542311 File #299389F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 4, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Gary Groff and Cynthia Groff, husband and wife, of 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, and Bond Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Michigan, whose address is 2007 Eastern, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49507, dated February 19, 2009, and recorded on February 26, 2009 in Instrument No. 20090226-0001751 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, which mortgage has been assigned to Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 25, 2009 and recorded on July 2, 2009 with the Barry County Register of Deeds in Instrument No. 200907020006870, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of Fifth Thousand Twenty One Dollars and Sixty Two Cents ($50,021.62), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 16.85% and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the said debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on February 25, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., the undersigned will sell at the East door of the County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon said Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in said mortgage located in the Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan and which are described as follows: The East 50 feet of Lot 1 and the Westerly 25 feet of Lot 2 of Vogt’s Addition to Jordon Lake, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 32, Barry County Records. PP:# 15-105-001-00 which is commonly known as 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849. The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 DATED: January 14, 2010 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa, N.W. Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77542432 (616) 458-1315 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by GINGER L. ADGATE, A SINGLE WOMAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated September 6, 2005, and recorded on September 8, 2005, in Document No. 1152415, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Five Hundred Ninety-Seven Dollars and Fifty-Four Cents ($151,597.54), including interest at 6.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on February 11, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THE SOUTH 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTH 10 ACRES OF THE NORTH 15 ACRES OF THE WEST 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 6, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST. EXCEPT: THAT PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 6, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTH 1 / 4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 48 SECONDS EAST 2250.37 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST 1 / 4 TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 303.10 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 48 SECONDS WEST 260.59 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 363.81 FEET ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE SOUTH 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTH 10 ACRES, NORTH 15 ACRES, WEST 1 / 2 SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 , NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 6; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 19 MINUTES 07 SECONDS EAST 326.59 FEET ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THE WEST 1 / 2 , SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 , NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 6; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 46 SECONDS WEST 667.04 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTH 15 ACRES, WEST 1 / 2 , SOUTHWEST, 1 / 4 OF SAID NORTHEAST 1 / 4 ; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 48 SECONDS WEST 66.00 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST 1 / 4 TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 8, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77542203 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Scott R. Wolcott and Heather R. Wolcott, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store, Mortgagee, dated the 23rd day of December, 1998 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 11th day of January, 1999 in Liber Document No. 1023541 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to Wachovia Bank, NA on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Sixty Two Thousand Sixty Five & 36/100 ($62065.36), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 4th day of March, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 11.850% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: A parcel of Land located in the North 1/2 of Section 29, T3N, R8W, described as follows: Beginning at a point which lies South 258.08 feet and West 22.08 feet from the North 1/4 post of said section 29; thence South 2 degrees 47' 30" West 134.67 feet; thence North 87 degrees 12' 30" West 138 feet; thence North 4 degrees 39' 30" East 128.75 feet; thence South 89 degrees 45' 30" East 134 feet to the point of beginning, Barry County Records. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 2/4/2010 Wachovia Bank, NA Mortgagee FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Wachovia Bank, NA 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 HE Wolcott 77542611 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest MORTGAGE SALE - Default has occurred in a Mortgage made by Tracy C. Rine and Paul I. Rine to Omni Family Credit Union Union, n/k/a Omni Community Credit Union dated December 9, 2003, and recorded on December 15, 2003 at Document No. 1119221 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $108,033.42. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on February 18, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East entrance, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 5% per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan law. The property is located in the County of Barry, State of Michigan and is described as: THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST EXCEPT ALL THAT CERTAIN PIECE OF PARCEL OF LAND COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 18, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST; THENCE NORTH 220.83 FEET; THENCE EAST 579.50 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 224.17 FEET; THENCE WEST 578.50 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. ALSO THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL › OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWN 1 NORTH, `RANGE 7 WEST. Which has the address of: 12801 Holden Rd., Bellevue, MI 49021-9219 During the one year immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241 (a), in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Omni Community Credit Union Dated: January 14, 2010 By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) BUSINESS ADDRESS: Stephen L. Langeland, P.C. Attorney at Law 6146 W. Main St., Ste. C Kalamazoo, MI 49009 77542320 269/382-3703 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Theresa J. Bloomberg and Todd A. Bloomberg AKA Todd Andrew Bloomberg, Her Husband, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage Services Co., Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2003, and recorded on July 22, 2003 in instrument 1109047, and assigned by said Mortgagee to National City Mortgage Co. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty-Nine And 25/100 Dollars ($89,889.25), including interest at 7.55% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 and the Northwest 1/4 of Southeast 1/4, section 29, town 2 North, range 10 West described as; Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence South 313.5 feet along the East line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 to the point of beginning; thence Westerly 517 feet parallel with the North line of said Northeast 1/4, Southwest 1/4; thence South 240 feet parallel with the East line of said Northeast 1/4, Southwest 1/4; thence East 517 feet parallel with the North line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence East 414 feet, more or less, along the South line of the North 553.5 feet of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said section to the centerline of Lindsey road; thence Northerly 240 feet, more or less, along said centerline to the South line of the North 313.5 feet of said Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4; thence Westerly 367 feet, more or less, along said south line to the point of beginning. Except Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of section 29 Town 2 North, range 10 West Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South 88 degrees 44 minutes 00 seconds East 2647.69 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said section 29 to the center 1/4 corner of said section 29; thence South 88 degrees 48 minutes 00 seconds East 239.15 feet along said East and West 1/4 line to the centerline of Lindsey road; thence South 14 degrees 25 minutes 03 seconds 279.61 feet along said centerline to the Northerly line of memory lane and the true point of beginning: thence South 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds West 683.81 feet along said Northerly line; thence continuing 176.48 feet along said Northerly line and the arc of a nontangent curve to the left, the radius of which is 60.00 feet, the central angle of which is 168 degrees 30 minutes 21 seconds and the chord of which bears South 82 degrees 11 minutes 53 seconds West, 119.40 feet; thence South 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds West 850.97 feet to the west line of the northeast 1/4 of the southwest 1/4 of said section 29; thence South 00 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds West, 795.36 feet along said west line; thence South 88 degrees 49 minutes 40 seconds East feet along the south lineof the northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said section 29; thence North 00 degrees 09 minutes 59 seconds East, 546.68 feet; thence North 41 degrees 07 minutes 30 seconds, 266,46 feet; thence North 00 degrees 10 minutes 28 seconds162.85 feet to the Southerly line of memory lane; thence North 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds East, 485.74 feet along said Southerly line to said centerline of Lindsey road; thence North 14 degrees 25 minutes 03 seconds West 86.44 feet along said centerline to the point of beginning. containing 22.23 acres of land more or less. together with and subject to a private non-exclusive easement for ingress, egress and public utilities purposes appurtenant thereto for memory lane, described separately. description of memory lane a private easement for ingress, egress, and public utilities purposes, described as: commencing at the West 1/4 corner of section 29, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South 88 degrees 48 minutes 00 seconds East 2647.69 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said section 29 to the center 1/4 corner of said section 29; thence South 88 degrees 48 minutes 00 seconds East 239.15 feet along said East and West 1/4 line to the centerline of Lindsey road; thence South 14 degrees 25 minutes 03 seconds East 279.61 feet along said centerline to the true point of beginning; thence South 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds West 683.81 feet; thence 276.74 feet along the arc of a non-tangent curve to the left, the radius of which is 60.00 feet, the central angle of which is 264 degrees 16 minutes 02 seconds and the chord of which bears South 34 degrees 19 minutes 26 seconds West 88.99 feet; thence North 82 degrees 11 minutes 50 seconds East 751,16 feet to said centerline of Lindsey road; thence North 14 degrees 25 minutes 03 seconds West 66.44 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #193371F02 77542230 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Leslie Antcliffe, A Married Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 8, 2006, and recorded on March 8, 2006 in instrument 1161057, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-One Thousand Five Hundred Ninety-Nine And 24/100 Dollars ($191,599.24), including interest at 4% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2, Boulder Creek Estates, according to the Recorded plat thereof in Liber 6 of Plats, on Page 23 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #302478F01 77542783 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rita Kay Ferguson and William Mitchell Ferguson, wife and husband, to Long Beach Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated April 21, 2003 and recorded May 5, 2003 in Instrument Number 1103504, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 2003-4 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-One and 89/100 Dollars ($116,921.89) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 610 feet East of Northwest corner, Northeast one-quarter, Northeast one-quarter Section 29, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, thence South 800.97 feet for Point of Beginning; thence South 454 feet; thence East 600 feet; thence North 454 feet; thence West 600 feet to Point of Beginning. Including an easement 66 feet wide to commencing at a point 610 feet East of Northwest corner Northeast one-quarter Northeast one-quarter Section 29, thence South 800.97 feet; thence East 66 feet; thence North 800.97 feet; thence West 66 feet to Point of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 362.7195 ASAP# 3433425 02/04/2010, 02/11/2010, 02/18/2010, 02/25/2010 77542771 RUTLANDBARRY CHARTER TOWNSHIP COUNTY, MICHIGAN PODUNK LAKE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (AQUATIC VEGETATION CONTROL) NOTICE OF FEBRUARY 10, 2010 TOWNSHIP BOARD PUBLIC HEARING ON CREATING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND OTHER ASPECTS OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; OWNERS OF PROPERTY ABUTTING OR HAVING DEEDED ACCESS TO PODUNK LAKE IN LAND SECTIONS 26, 27 AND 34 OF RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP; AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that upon the determination of the Rutland Charter Township Board and/or as a result of petitions of property owners within the township signed by the record owners of land within the hereinafter described 2010 Podunk Lake Improvement Project Special Assessment District for aquatic vegetation control (as tentatively established by Resolution of the Rutland Charter Township Board adopted January 13, 2010) the Township Board proposes to undertake a five-year program for the eradication and/or control of aquatic weeds and plants in Podunk Lake, and finance such improvements by special assessments on the properties within the special assessment district beginning in 2010. Note: legally, the Township must administer this undertaking as a new project; but, as a practical matter, it is a continuation of the aquatic vegetation control program initially established for a five-year period in 20042008. The Special Assessment District within which the foregoing improvements are proposed to be undertaken and within which the cost thereof is proposed to be assessed is described as follows: All lands abutting Podunk Lake (including the channel) or having deeded access to Podunk Lake in land sections 26, 27 and 34 of Rutland Charter Township, Barry County, State of Michigan. The Township Board has plans for the anticipated aquatic vegetation control program together with an estimate of the costs of the program in the amount of $49,900 for 2010-2014 and has placed the same on file with the Township Clerk; and the Township has further estimated the legal and administrative expenses of creating and administering the Special Assessment District to be approximately $5,000. The total estimated project cost is therefore $54,900. The Township Board has passed a Resolution tentatively declaring its intention to proceed with the project and to create the aforementioned Special Assessment District, and has found the petitions for the improvement to be in compliance with statutory requirements. A public hearing on the improvement project, the estimate of costs, the special assessment district proposed to be established for the assessment of the costs of such improvement, and any objections to the petitions, will be held at the Rutland Charter Township Hall at 2461 Heath Road, Hastings, Michigan on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in conjunction with a regular meeting of the Township Board. At this hearing/meeting the Board will also consider any written objections to any of the foregoing matters which are filed with the Board at or prior to the time of the hearing, as well as any corrections or changes to the plans, estimate of costs, or to the proposed special assessment district. The project plans, estimate of costs, the boundaries of the proposed special assessment district, and the petitions, may be examined at the office of the Township Clerk and may further be examined at the public hearing. If the Township Board determines to create a special assessment district with respect to the proposed project a second public hearing will be held at a later date to be set by the Township Board (tentatively scheduled for March 10, 2010) for the purpose of reviewing and hearing objections to the proposed allocation of the costs of the project among the various properties included in the special assessment district. Appearance and protest at such a second public hearing or as otherwise allowed by 1962 PA 162, as amended, is required in order to preserve a right to appeal the amount of any such special assessment to the Michigan Tax Tribunal after the confirmation of a special assessment roll. Formal notice of any such second public hearing will be published in a newspaper and mailed to affected property owners as required by law. The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Mental Health Authority to represent the areas of General Public or Family Members of Recipients. Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd Floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings, MI 49058; (269) 945-1284. Applications must be returned no later than 5:00 pm on February 16, 2010. Rutland Charter Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services at the meeting/hearing to individuals with disabilities, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered, upon reasonable notice to the Township. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Township Clerk as designated below. 77542830 NOTICE The foregoing hearings and all proceedings associated with these special assessment matters will be conducted in accordance with and pursuant to 1954 PA 188, as amended, the Michigan Open Meetings Act, and any other applicable law. Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Rutland Charter Township 2461 Heath Road Hastings, MI 49058-9725 (269) 948-2194 77542376 �Page 12 — Thursday, February 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT BARRY COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT - FAMILY DIVISION PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF HEARING FILE NO. 09025476NC In the matter of NANCY JO GLASSCOCK. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS including: whose address(es) are unknown and whose interest in the matter may be barred or affected by the following: TAKE NOTICE: A hearing will be held on FEBRUARY 23, 2010 at 1:30 P.M. at 206 W. COURT STREET, SUITE 302, HASTINGS, MI before Judge WILLIAM M. DOHERTY P41960 for the following purpose: TO CHANGE NAME OF NANCY JO GLASSCOCK TO NANCY JO JEWELL. 01/14/2010 NANCY GLASSCOCK 410 EAST ORCHARD ST. DELTON, MI 49046 (269) 623-5501 77542623 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Roger L Bird Jr and Michele R Bird, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated November 9, 2006, and recorded on November 15, 2006 in instrument 1172782, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Thirty And 88/100 Dollars ($138,330.88), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 44 of Gackler's Payne Lake Plat according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, page 72 of Barry county records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542053 File #298748F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by THOMAS R. SIMMONS and NATASHA M. SIMMONS, husband and wife (collectively, "Mortgagor"), to SAND RIDGE BANK, an Indiana corporation, of PO Box 598, Schereville, Indiana 46375, dated March 29, 2005, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on March 30, 2005, as instrument number 1143491 (the “Mortgage”). First Financial Bank, N.A., was the successor by consolidation to Sand Ridge Bank, and subsequently assigned the Mortgage to Chemical Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, of 2185 Three Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 ("Mortgagee"), by the terms of a Branch Purchase and Assumption Agreement dated May 11, 2006, and a Bill of Sale dated August 18, 2006, as further evidenced by an Assignment of Mortgage dated November 25, 2009, recorded December 10, 2009 as instrument number 200912100011913. By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Fifty Six Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety Nine and 26/100 Dollars ($56,899.26). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 4th day of March, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: The North 1/2 of Lots 4 and 5, Block 7 of H.J. Kenfield's Addition, according to the recorded Plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 9 Together with all the improvements erected on the real estate, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures a part of the property, and all replacements and additions. Commonly known as: 501 S. Dibble Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.P. #08-55-235-034-00 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor's heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned. Dated: February 4, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77542625 PURSUANT TO 15 USC 1692 YOU ARE HEREBY INFORMED THAT THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION THAT YOU PROVIDE MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the condition of a mortgage made by Mark L. Claypool and Maeleah M. Claypool Husband and Wife to MERS, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc by a mortgage dated August 11, 2006 and recorded on August 24, 2006 in instrument No. 1169060 Barry County Records Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Three and 45/100 Dollars ($249,993.45) including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings; Michigan at 1:00 pm on February 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in the Township of Irving, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Southwest corner of the East 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 Section 20, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North, 600 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 20; thence East 580 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 20; thence South, 400 feet; thence West 330 feet; thence South 200 feet to said South section line; thence West along section line, 250 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Southernmost 33 feet for Barnum Road and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 1 year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 19, 2010 Michael M. Grand, Esq. GRAND & GRAND PLLC 31731 Northwestern Hwy., #151 Farmington Hills, Ml 48334 (248) 538-3737 76055 ASAP# 3417692 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010, 02/11/2010, 02/18/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Garry Bowman and Tracy Bowman, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 15784 N Uldriks Dr, Battle Creek, MI 49017-9299. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 29, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 29, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 275103F02 77542608 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jeff Travis and Sammie Lyne Travis, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 510 W Marshall St, Hastings, MI 49058-2159. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 1, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 1, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 307904F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to George Duquesnel and Adoree Miron, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 7162 Shoreline Dr, Delton, MI 49046-6403. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 29, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 29, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 306625F01 77542630 77542605 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Chris Treu, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6115 W Irving Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-8232. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 2, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 2, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 308046F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Karen Wells and Carol A. Tomlinson, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 204 E Francis St, Nashville, MI 49073-8532. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 29, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 29, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 238560F03 77542634 Circuit Court Sale Case No. 09-366-CH Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C. is a debt collector, and we are attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Judicial Sale in Pursuance and by virtue of a Judgment of the Circuit Court of the County of Barry, State of Michigan, made and entered on the 19th day of November A.D. 2009, in a certain cause therein pending, wherein TCF National Bank, a national banking association, was the Plaintiff, and William F. Quick, an individual, and Birgit H. Quick, an individual, were the Defendants, Notice is hereby given that I shall sell at public auction to the highest bidder at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Barry County, Michigan (that being the building in which the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held) on Thursday, the 11th day of March A.D. 2010 at one o’clock p.m., (1:00 P.M.) Eastern Standard Time, on the said day, the following described property, viz: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Maple Grove, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan as described as follows, to-wit: Commencing 264 feet East of the Southwest corner of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 7 West; thence East 270 feet; thence North 165 feet; thence West 270 feet; thence South 165 feet to the point of beginning. Tax I.D. No. 10-015-100-00 This property may be redeemed during the six (6) months following the date of sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 Pamela Jarvis Barry County Clerk Drafted by : Attorney for Plaintiff Michael J. Thomas, Esq. Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C. 1425 Ford Building, 615 Griswold Street Detroit, Michigan 48226 (313) 963-1301 77542382 (1-21)(3-4) NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on May 16, 2005, by LAURIE S. HALLIFAX-GREER and ROBERT J. GREER, wife and husband, as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on May 23, 2005, in Instrument No. 1146898 (the “Mortgage”), on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of Ninety Four Thousand One Hundred Eighty One and 73/100 Dollars ($94,181.73), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, March 4, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN: LOT 6, BLOCK 3, DANIEL STRIKER’S ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. Commonly known as 305 E. Grant St., Hastings, Michigan. The length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of the sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 77542792 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77542602 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bernard Hause and Katherine Paulsen, Joint Tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated April 8, 2005, and recorded on April 20, 2005 in instrument 1145154, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., As Trustee For The Benefit of the Certificate Holders, Park Place Securities, Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates Series 2005-WCW2 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Six And 79/100 Dollars ($95,766.79), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing 209 feet North of the Southwest corner of said Southwest 1/4 for the place of beginning; thence North 218 feet; thence East 313.5 feet; thence South 218 feet; thence West 313.5 feet to the place of beginning. EXCEPT the North 33 feet of the South 242 feet of the West 313.5 feet of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Castleton Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542131 File #174291F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Speck and Amy Speck, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated March 26, 2008, and recorded on April 3, 2008 in instrument 20080403-0003674, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Three Hundred Ten And 13/100 Dollars ($220,310.13), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 12, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 1320.00 feet from the South 1/4 post of said Section 12; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 340.51 feet along said South line; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 19 seconds East 1328.29 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50 minutes 26 seconds East 670.38 feet along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 59 seconds West 666.42 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 330.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 59 seconds West 660.00 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542125 File #297518F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Donna Miller, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to American Home Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007, and recorded on June 5, 2007 in instrument 1181317, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Bank Of America, National Association as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-One Thousand One Hundred Fifty-Five And 58/100 Dollars ($171,155.58), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel B: Beginning At The North 1/4 Post Of Section 20, Town 1 North, Range 10 West; Thence South 88 Degrees 56 Minutes East Along The North Line Of Said Section 334 Feet To The Place Of Beginning; Thence South 88 Degrees 56 Minutes East Along The North Line Of Said Section 331 Feet, Thence South 0 Degrees 30 Minutes 20 Seconds West Parallel With The North And South 1/4 Line Of Said Section 285 Feet, Thence North 88 Degrees 56 Minutes West 331 Feet; Thence North 0 Degrees 30 Minutes 20 Seconds East Parallel To Said North And South 1/4 Line 285 Feet To The Place Of Beginning. Subject To Highway Right Of Way Over The Northerly 33 Feet Thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542065 File #299564F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Linda L Garbow single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 21, 2008, and recorded on April 3, 2008 in instrument 200804030003690, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-Two And 35/100 Dollars ($124,922.35), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 10 West; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 52 seconds West 1305.15 feet; thence North 89 degrees 51 minutes 45 seconds West 359.25 feet along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 27 to the true point of beginning; thence South 31 degrees 52 minutes 13 second East 109.68 feet; thence South 58 degrees 07 minutes 47 seconds West, 120.00 feet to the Northeasterly right-of-way line of Highway M-37; thence along said right of way line North 31 degrees 52 minutes 13 second West, 105.10 feet; thence Northwesterly 78.90 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 2814.79 feet and the chord of which bears North 31 degrees 04 minutes 02 seconds West 78.90 feet; thence South 89 degrees 51 minute 45 second East 140.21 feet along said North line to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542136 File #297869F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 4, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to William E. Bush, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 91 Culbert Dr, Hastings, MI 49058-9461. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from January 29, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after January 29, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 305039F01 77542797 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mike Williams and Angela L. Williams AKA Angela Williams, husband and wife, to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 23, 2006 and recorded July 11, 2006 in Instrument Number 1167040, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee in trust for, Argent Securities Inc. Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-M2, under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated August 1, 2006 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Fifty and 06/100 Dollars ($144,050.06) including interest at 8.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lots 9 and 10 of Block 6 of Daniel Striker's Addition to the City formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 11 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 356.3387 ASAP# 3428734 02/04/2010, 02/11/2010, 02/18/2010, 02/25/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David Vanluke, a single man, to Paul A. Getzin and Lynn M. Getzin DBA West Michigan Financial Services, Mortgagee, dated June 17, 2002 and recorded June 26, 2002 in Instrument Number 1082836, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Nationstar Mortgage LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Seven and 48/100 Dollars ($120,567.48) including interest at 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2, Crystal Lake Estates Plat, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 73. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 426.0921 ASAP# 3407065 01/14/2010, 77542157 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kenneth Lynema and Wendy L. Lynema, Husband and Wife, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2004 and recorded October 4, 2004 in Instrument Number 1134930, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Three Thousand Five Hundred Forty-One and 15/100 Dollars ($123,541.15) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 21, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan which is South 00 degrees 18 minutes 29 seconds West, 408.70 feet from the Northeast corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 18 minutes 29 seconds West, 250.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 49 minutes 52 seconds West, 333.39 feet; thence North 00 degrees 18 minutes 29 seconds East, 250.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 49 minutes 52 seconds East, 339.39 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.5403 ASAP# 3407033 01/14/2010, 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010 77542162 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Amy J. Shannon and William J. Shannon 211 Paul Street Middleville, MI 49333 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: February 4, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 426.1187 ASAP# 3433993 02/04/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bryon L. Thornton and Tamara J Thornton, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 3, 2003 and recorded July 9, 2009 in Instrument Number 1108095, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty-Eight and 12/100 Dollars ($150,838.12) including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 18, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 40 of Northridge Estates Number 2, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 6 of Plats on Page 17. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 21, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 393.0324 ASAP# 3415684 01/21/2010, 75542409 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010, 02/11/2010 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Robert Munjoy II 3145 Loop Road Middleville, MI 49333 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: February 4, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 241.8297 ASAP# 3433521 02/04/2010 77542776 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Amy L Grathen, a Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 14, 2005, and recorded on December 27, 2005 in instrument 1158195, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Five Thousand Five Hundred Ninety-Eight And 41/100 Dollars ($95,598.41), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 11 of Johnson's Addition to the Village of Middleville, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 2. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542216 File #304074F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stacy L Johnson and Dean R Johnson wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 28, 2007, and recorded on January 2, 2008 in instrument 200801020000107, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Five And 24/100 Dollars ($100,285.24), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 57 feet of Lots 4 and 5, and the West 56 feet of Lot 3, all in Block 3, of A.W. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542141 File #297864F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Knapper and Lisa Knapper, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 27, 2002, and recorded on January 7, 2003 in instrument 1095057, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-One And 06/100 Dollars ($140,581.06), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, 990 feet South of the Northwest corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence South 330 feet; thence East 1320 feet, more or less, to the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence North 330 feet; thence West 1320 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542014 File #296859F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on April 12, 2002, by Jerry N. DePew, a single man, as Mortgagor, to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on April 18, 2009 in Document No. 1078516, as modified by a Modification Agreement recorded in Document No. 20090116-0000469 and a Mortgage executed January 29, 2004 and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on January 30, 2004 in Document No. 1121527, modified by a Modification Agreement recorded in Document No. 20090116-0000468 [collectively the “Mortgages”], on which Mortgages there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of One Hundred Two Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty Seven and 96/100 Dollars ($102,927.96), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgages, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgages, and the power of sale having become operative by reason on the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, March 4, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., at the Courthouse at 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, or the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgages, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan described in the Mortgage as follows: A parcel of land in the Northeast _ of Section 8, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the Northeast _ of said Section 8; thence East 98 feet, thence North 225 feet; thence West 98 feet; thence South 225 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 533 and 535 East Woodlawn, Hastings, Michigan. The length of the redemption period will be six (6) months for the date of the sale. Dated: January 28, 2010 PURKEY & ASSOCIATES, PLC Attorneys for MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Lori L. Purkey, Esq. 2251 East Paris Avenue, SE, Suite B 77542526 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546 77542790 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard C. Manni and Valerie A. Manni, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2006 and recorded August 8, 2006 in Instrument Number 1168286, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Nine Thousand Six Hundred Seventy-Four and 70/100 Dollars ($199,674.70) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 11, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: commencing at the Southeast corner of said section 11; thence North 00 degrees 40 minutes 03 seconds West 964.00 feet along the East line of said section to the point of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 40 minutes 30 seconds West 350.96 feet; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 22 seconds West 1240.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 40 minutes 03 East 352.19 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 55 seconds East 1239.98 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.2420 ASAP# 3407084 01/14/2010, 77542152 01/21/2010, 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010 77542617 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Heather L. Hoffman, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 25, 2006, and recorded on December 7, 2006 in instrument 1173642, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Four And 87/100 Dollars ($144,344.87), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the North 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 4, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, described as: commencing at the North 1/4 post of said Section 4; thence East on the Section line 697 feet for a point of beginning; thence East on said Section line 148.5 feet; thence South 90 rods, more or less, to the South line of said North 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4; thence West 148.5 feet; thence North 90 rods, more or less, to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542196 File #300210F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Corey L Bumford, a married man and Tonya Bumford, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Gehrke Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated June 14, 2001, and recorded on June 29, 2001 in instrument 1062320, and assigned by said Mortgagee to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Three Thousand Three Hundred Fifty-Eight And 11/100 Dollars ($73,358.11), including interest at 7.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 11 rods West of the Northeast corner of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West; Thence West 11 rods on the East and West 1/4 line; Thence South parallel with the North and South 1/4 line 22 rods; Thence East parallel with the East and West 1/4 line 11 rods; Thence North parallel with the North and South 1/4 line 22 rods to the place of beginning including a joint driveway on the West boundary thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542120 File #298297F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by George Jeffrey Kent, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated August 8, 2005, and recorded on August 22, 2005 in instrument 1151430, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc. Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-R2, Under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement Dated March 1, 2006 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Five And 81/100 Dollars ($149,485.81), including interest at 3% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 125 of the plat of Lynden Johncock Plat Number 1, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 93. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542074 File #299394F01 �Page 14 — Thursday, February 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Delton Kellogg girls score two tight KVA victories Delton Kellogg guard Andrea Polley defends against Maple Valley’s Mikaela Bromley in the lane during the second half Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Delton Kellogg stifled a late Maple Valley run with a strong performance at the free throw line to hold on for a 60-56 Kalamazoo Valley Association victory Friday. The Panthers were 11-of-17 at the free throw line in the fourth quarter, led by senior guard Hannah Williams’’ 8-for-10 performance. Williams was 9-of-12 from the free throw line for the night, and had 11 points for Delton. She was one of three Panthers to finish in double-figures, as Adrianna Culbert led the way with 18 points, and Andrea Polley added 17. “Hannah made some great decisions with the ball during the fourth quarter, breaking the press and setting up teammates,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Rick Williams. Williams had four assists and two steals on the night too. Culbert added 11 rebounds, Kali Tobias had eight, and Polley seven boards. “We kept working hard. All the girls worked hard,” said Maple Valley head coach Landon Wilkes. “We worked hard at the end. If we would have worked hard all the way through, it might have been different.” Delton led 28-21 at the half, and was still up 39-33 heading into the fourth quarter. The two teams combined for 44 points in the final eight minutes. “We came out flat and gave up too many lay-ups early. We didn’t get back on defense, didn’t rebound the ball very well at all. We picked it up as the game went on,” Wilkes said. Jennifer Kent led Maple Valley, scoring 18 of hints in the second half. Elizabeth Stewart finished with ten points for the Lions, Mikaela Bromley seven, and Terri Hurosky six. “We attacked the basket, made shots, which we need to do more of,” Wilkes said of the fourth quarter run which cut the Delton lead to as few as two points. “More attacking the basket and better ball movement (is what we need).” Stewart, Bromley, and Jordan Beachnau led the Lions’ charge at the hoop late in the game. The Lions are now 6-6 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association on the season, and 7-7 overall. The Panthers are 9-5 overall, and 8-4 in the KVA. Delton followed up that victory over Maple Valley by topping Galesburg-Augusta at home Tuesday, 54-51. Culbert dominated inside on the night, finishing with 27 points and 14 rebounds. Delton Kellogg pulled away a bit in the third quarter, after the two teams went into the half tied at 25-25, as Paige Green put on a show at the end of the third quarter in which she scored seven straight points. The Panthers had a seven-point lead heading into the fourth. Green finished with nine points. Delton didn’t hold that lead for the whole fourth quarter though, and needed a go-ahead lay-up from Brooke Martin with 17 seconds left to take control of the game back. Martin finished with four points, and also had seven assists and eight rebounds. Nicole Born had 23 points to lead the Rams, and her teammates Gigi Belluomini added eight points and Jenny Loveland seven. At Right: Maple Valley’s Jennifer Kent (left) tries to get around Delton’s Abby Culbert in the post during the second half Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Heethuis joins DK Hall of Fame Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... 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Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77524024 DRIVERS WANTED: INTERSTATE CARRIER XPRESS. Great weekly pay and awesome benifits. Home weekends. CDL-A w/Hazmat. 800-998-5005 Farm EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 Rob Heethuis Just the things Rob Heethuis accomplished during his time as a varsity football coach would have been enough to earn him a spot into the Delton Kellogg Athletic Hall of Fame. Heethuis was the varsity football coach at Delton Kellogg for 21 years beginning in 1984. He won four league titles during that time, and one district championship, coaching 105 all-conference and all-county athletes, 17 all-state players, nine of which were first team all-state, one Detroit Free Press Dream Team player, and had three participants in the East-West All-State game. And that’s not even the half of it. Heethuis was inducted into the Delton Kellogg Athletic Hall of Fame Jan. 22, between the varsity boys’ and girls’ basketball games against Pennfield. “Delton gave me the chance to raise my family and be a part of a community. I’ll always be a Panther,” Heethuis said. A Muskegon native, Heethuis came to Delton in January of 1974 after earning his bachelor’s degree in English and physical education from Central Michigan University. He would later earn his master’s degree at Western Michigan University. He taught English and physical education, and coached all levels of football, and wrestling, and track at Delton Kellogg. Not only does Heethuis have more wins Rob Heethuis accepts his Hall of Fame plaque from Jim Gibson during the induction ceremony Jan. 22 at Delton Kellogg High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) than any other football coach in the history of Delton Kellogg football. He also recorded over 500 career victories and 14 conference championships as the varsity wrestling coach. He took over the varsity wrestling program in 1979, after starting the middle school program in the 1970’s. During his varsity wrestling tenure, Heethuis coached 35 athletes with over 100 individual career wins and five individual state champions. He recorded 14 league championships and five district titles. In wrestling, Heethuis was twice named Regional Coach of the Year and was the Class B Coach of the Year in 1985. In football, he was twice selected as the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association (MHSFCA) Regional Coach of the Year, and was the Associated Press Class B Coach of the Year in 1987 when the Panthers won a district title. Heethuis was inducted into the MHSFCA Hall of Fame in 2003. In track, Heethuis served as an assistant to fellow Hall of Famer Fred Pessell. Together they began a string of KVA titles that estab- Saxons second to St. Johns at tournament on Saturday The Saxons finished second to state ranked St. Johns Saturday at the St. Johns Tournament. Hastings won its first three duals of the day before falling to the Redwings 48-21. “We wrestled pretty well, but St. Johns just has an outstanding team this year,” said Hastings head coach Mike Goggins. “We had hoped to wrestle a little closer to them, as there is a chance we could see them in regionals if we can get past Middleville in districts.” The Saxons downed Ithaca 66-3, Lapeer West 54-15, and Bay City Central 61-12 to start the day. Mitch Brisboe at 135 pounds and Gage Pederson at 140 were both 4-0 on the day for Hastings. Mike Cross (152 pounds), Matt Schilds (160), Jason Eckley (171), Matt Mansfield (189), Collin Ferguson (145), Alex Auer (119), Kenny Cross (125), and Brian Baum (130) all scored three wins. The Saxons are now 23-5 on the season. Hastings returns to action Saturday at the O-K Gold Conference Championship, hosted by Grand Rapids Catholic Central. The Saxon ‘B’ team also placed second Saturday, at a tournament hosted by Rockford. The Saxons topped Grandville, Howell, and Comstock Park on the day while falling to Rockford in the finals. John Parker at 103 pounds was the lone Saxon to win all four of his matches there. Chase Huisman (135), Dylan Kelmer (140), Jake Stockham (171), and Bobby Leedy (189) all won three times. lished Delton as a track power. In addition to thanking his wife Val, with whom he just celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary, and his sons Max and Jon, Heethuis also thanked the many athletes he had the opportunity to coach and teach over the years. Saxon cheer second at OHS Bulldog Invite The Hastings’ varsity competitive cheer team finished second to Mattawan in the Division 2 competition at Saturday’s Bulldog Classic in Otsego. The Saxons overtook St. Joseph in the third round to move into second place behind the Wildcats, with a round three score of 276.1. Mattawan had the top score in each round, finishing with a total of 719.3320 points. Hastings had a score of 675.8216, followed by St. Joseph 672.0820, Wayland 656.4858, Portage Central 647.9154, and Vicksburg 643.9844. The Saxons scored a 205.6 in round one, and a 194.1216 in round two. The champs from Mattawan started of the day with a 206, then added a 214.5320 in round two and 298.8 in round three. Delton Kellogg was seventh in the day’s Division 3 competition, with a final score of 560.2632. The Panthers scored a 191.4 in round one, 158.3632 (-22) in round two, and 232.5 in round three. Otsego won the Division 3 title with a score of 730.7080, followed by Shelby 702.2928, Paw Paw 647.5376, Berrien Springs 596.6178, Comstock 588.2920, Pennfield 562.4910, Delton Kellogg 560.2632, and Hopkins 498.5000. Hartford took the day’s Division 4 title with a score of 534.0970. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 4, 2010 — Page 15 Second juggling act secures Vikings invite title Portland scores its second win of the season over LHS The Vikings’ Adam Senters tries to hold down Chelsea’s Matt Lindower during the second period of their 160-pound match Saturday at the Lakewood Invitational. (Photo by Brett Bremer) from Jarod Kent in the 135-pound match. Chelsea’s Joey Newland though scored a 5-4 Trojan wrestlers score their fourth win in the conference Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity wrestling team bounced back from its first O-K Gold Conference loss of the season to top Forest Hills Eastern in Ada Wednesday 57-12. The Trojans got wins from Ryan Flynn, Trevor Dalton, Joey Powloski, Cody Lydy, Steven Cung Bik, Alex Devries, Donovon Scott, Nick Tape, Chase Schultz, Pete Westra, and Adrian Foster against the Hawks. The win improves the Trojans’ league record to 4-1 on the season. They’ll close out the league duals at Caledonia Wednesday. Thornapple Kellogg also scored a 71-3 non-conference win over Whitehall on the night. The Trojans were slated to close out the league duals at Caledonia on Wednesday. The O-K Gold gets together Saturday for its conference championship tournament at Grand Rapids Catholic Central beginning at 10 a.m. Lions fall to 3-3 in the KVA with home loss to Constantine The Eaton boys scored the only two victories for Maple Valley in their 62-9 KVA loss to Constantine Wednesday. Waylon Eaton at 130 pounds scored a 6-4 victory over the Falcons’ Tommy Reed. In the 135-pound bout, Wade Eaton pinned Matt Fashbaugh in 3 minutes 8 seconds. “We’re wrestling a lot better in the lower classes,” Maple Valley coach Tony Wawiernia said. “Still need to work with the upper classes, as they fell a little short as to what we have been working on.” Constantine scored pins in seven different weight classes, thanks to Chase Gearhat at 103 pounds, Dustin Mayor 112, Zach Mallo 119, Zach Lucas 125, Rick Waterman 160, Joe Pack 189, and Russ Schenk at 285. The Lions just missed out on a couple of close decisions as well, with the Falcons’ Tyler Spencer topping Luis Morales 9-7 at 125 pounds and Dominick Rogers scoring a 6-5 win over Jimmy Brown at 171. The Lions were scheduled to close out the Kalamazoo Valley Association duals at Pennfield Wednesday. The league tournament will be hosted by Pennfield Saturday (Feb. 6) beginning at 9 a.m. Maple Valley entered the dual with Pennfield with a 3-3 KVA record. Lakewood ladies fall against some very tough competition Lakewood’s varsity girls’ basketball team was hurt by a slow start in its Capital Area Activities Conference White Division contest with the Portland Raiders Friday. Portland outscored the Vikings 16-5 in the opening quarter, and went on to a 48-32 victory. The Raiders built a 35-22 lead through three quarters. Lakewood was able to chip that lead down to eight early in the fourth quarter, but Portland was 7-of-8 at the foul line in the final period to stop the bleeding. “We continue to improve,” Lakewood head coach Tal Thompson said. “Portland’s defense was outstanding.” The Raiders forced the Vikings into a ton of turnovers. Portland was led by Sierra Riker’s 14 points. She was 4-of-4 at the foul line in the fourth quarter. Sarah Trierweiler chipped in nine points for the Raiders, and Taylor Roe and Ashley Fedewa had eight each. Lakewood got nine points, four rebounds, and a pair of steals from Emily Kutch. Lexie Spetoskey chipped in eight points, and Cassie Thelen six. The Vikings are now 2-4 in the CAACWhite, and 4-9 overall. Eaton Rapids scored a 51-37 non-conference victory over the Vikings Tuesday. The Greyhounds slowly built on their lead throughout the evening, leading 10-8 after one quarter, 24-17 at the half, then 39-26 entering the fourth quarter. The Vikings got 13 points from Kutch, and nine from Madison King. The Greyhounds were led by Dani Crandall’s 23-point effort. Leighann Thilo and Megan Young added nine points each for Eaton Rapids. Lakewood’s girls visit Corunna for a league game Friday, then will host Ionia Tuesday night. The Lakewood girls’ basketball program will be hosting its Second Annual Hoops for Hope Night Tuesday. The program will be raising funds for the Kay Yow/WBCA Cancer Fund. “I feel this is a great way for my players to get involved in the community, get educated on the dangers of women’s cancers, and raise money for a very good cause,” said Thompson. The Kay Yow/WBCA Cancer Fund is a 501 c(3) charitable organization committed to being a part of finding an answer in the fight against women's cancers through raising money for scientific research, assisting the underserved and unifying people for a common cause. “We hope to have every person in attendance wearing a pink T-shirt that we will be selling,” Thompson said. “Our varsity team will be wearing pink uniforms that need to be purchased. They will be worn every year during this event. We are having a silent auction and many other activities during the event that will require prizes.” The goal this year is to raise $5,000 to contribute to the Kay Yow/WBCA Cancer Fund. Lakewood 103-pounder Joey Jackson (top) works to turn Sturgis’ Jeff Sutton during the first period of their match Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) win over Seese at 140, and at 145 Brandon French downed Briggs 6-5. The Bulldogs followed those tight wins up with a 15-6 major decision by Dakota Cooley at 152. Lakewood also got major decisions from Ryan Steverson at 285 pounds and Willie Gross at 112, and pins from Joey Jackson at 103 and Darren Eaton at 125 in the dual. “The kids wrestled well. They got Monday off - no practice,” Veitch said. The Vikings also scored a 36-39 win over Sturgis, a 73-6 win over Jackson Northwest, and a 76-0 victory over a team made up of Lakewood and Caledonia ‘B’ wrestlers. Chelsea was second on the day with a 3-1 mark, while East Kentwood also finished at 3-1. Sturgis and Lansing Waverly were both 2-2 on the day, and Caledonia finished with an 0-3 mark. Steverson earned the 100th victory of his varsity career in the opening round dual against Northwest. He pinned the Mounties’ Mike Bunge in the first period. Steverson, Blackmer, Kent, Eaton, and Gross were all 4-0 on the day, while teammates Jackson, Dylan Shoup, Seese, and Senters all went 3-1. Lakewood won a pair of duals last Wednesday, including a 43-18 win over Portland to wrap up the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division duals. Lakewood closes out the league duals with a 3-1 record, and will host the league tournament Saturday. The Vikings also scored a 51-20 win over Haslett on the night. Wildcats and Bengals run by Saxons Wayland and Ottawa Hills handed the Hastings’ varsity boys basketball team a pair of O-K Gold Conference losses in the last week, but those weren’t the biggest losses for the team in that time. Senior center Dustin Glaser went down with a broken foot during warm-ups at Ottawa Hills Friday night. Saxon head coach Don Schils said that senior forward Zach Passmore showed some nice leadership in rallying the troops in Grand Rapids, but that still wasn’t enough for Hastings to keep up with the host Bengals as Ottawa Hills scored a 53-39 win. The Bengals pulled out to a 12-7 lead in the opening quarter, then extended their advantage to 20-10 by the half. The Saxons struggled offensively, turning the ball over 26 times. The biggest problem with those turnovers was that six of them led directly to Ottawa Hills lay-ups at the other end. Those 12 points were most of the difference in the final score. For the most part, coach Schils was happy with his team’s defensive effort. “Ottawa Hills is awfully quick, and usually they depend on penetration and we did a good job of keeping them out of the paint,” Schils said. Kevin Grant led the Bengals with 13 points, while Devon Ivy added 12 and Ryan Anderson 11. Hastings got 15 points from Passmore. Turnovers were a problem in the Saxons’ 57-37 loss to Wayland Tuesday too, although Hastings did a better job of dealing with the Wildcats pressure than they had in the first meeting between the two teams. “I think last time we turned it over like 35 times to this time we had 20 (turnovers) , which is still too many, but it was better in terms of taking care of the basketball,” Schils said. The Wildcats jumped out to a 13-2 lead to start the game, and limited Hastings to just seven points in the first half. “We’ve been a team that needs to get the ball and pound it into the post,” Schils said. “We still need to do that, but with out Dustin that’s one less big body.” Guards had to step up in getting the ball inside, with their penetration. Schils said he liked the way that Grant Heide, Tate Miller, Jared Bosma, Keith Garber, and even Passmore accomplished that during the second half. Passmore led the Saxons on the night with 12 points. Wayland was led by Wes Hudson’s 17point performance. He was the only Wildcat in double figures, but Wayland used all its weapons with ten different players contributing points. Hastings is back at it in the league on Friday when it travels to Forest Hills Eastern. Tuesday, the Saxons will be at home against Caledonia. SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4 KEEP YOUR FRIENDS AND RELATIVES INFORMED! Send them a gift subscription to The Hastings BANNER To order your subscription, call... 269-945-9554 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm Girls Boys Boys Girls Boys Fresh. Fresh. 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(Photo by Perry Hardin) Jake Silas had ten of his game-high 15 points in the second half to lead Portland’s varsity boys’ basketball team to a 45-40 victory at Lakewood High School Friday. The Raiders limited the Vikings to just five field goals in the entire first half, building a 21-15 lead through the first two quarters. Nathan Bryans led Lakewood on the night with ten points, while Dylan Benit chipped six points, and Mackenzie Doane and Jordan Cooper had five each. The Vikings fall to 1-5 in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division with the loss, and are now 1-11 overall after suffering a non-conference defeat at home against Eaton Rapids Tuesday. The Greyhounds’ Alex Gauna scored half of his game-high 24 points in the fourth quarter as his team held off the Vikings. He was a perfect 5-of-5 at the foul line for the night, including 4-of-4 in the fourth quarter. Eaton Rapids also got seven points from Alex Archambeau and six from Travis Wells. Bryans led Lakewood with 16 points, while Sam Desgranges added 11 points and Benit eight. Lakewood’s varsity boys’ basketball team falls to 1-10 with the loss, and 1-5 in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division. The Vikings visit Corunna in the CAACWhite Friday night. The Vikings’ lone victory of the season came against the Cavaliers back in December at Lakewood High School. Lakewood then will be at Ionia Tuesday night. by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The first time the Vikings bumped their line-up around, it backfired. The second time, they got a pair of victories to secure the championship at Saturday’s Lakewood Invitational. The Lakewood varsity wrestling team capped a 4-0 day at its own invitational by scoring a 35-33 win over Chelsea in the final dual. Trailing by seven points with two matches to go, the Vikings got a 7-5 overtime decision from Adam Senters at 160 pounds and a quick first-period pin from Mason Blackmer at 171 to earn the win. Senters tied his match with Chelsea’s Matt Lindower at 3-3 with an escape half way through the third period, then after a Lindower take down he tied the match again at 5-5 with a reversal and rode him out for the final half minute. It took just 14 seconds in the overtime session for Senters to score the take down that won it. Lakewood still trailed 33-29 heading into the final match. Blackmer went right at Brand Sedgraves, and pinned him in 56 seconds. “We had two juggles, one at (140 pounds) with (Nick) Briggs and (Tucker) Seese, and dropped two close ones there where we were trying to pick up at least one of the two. The same at (160 pounds and 171),” said Lakewood head coach Bob Veitch. The Vikings had a three-point lead heading into the 140-pound match, thanks to a pin �Page 16 — Thursday, February 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Vikes take control of league with second victory by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Vikings are finding two ways to measure themselves this winter, against themselves and against the competition. Lakewood’s varsity competitive cheer team has measured up well in both respects this season. The Vikings won their second Capital Area Activities Conference White Division Jamboree of the season on Wednesday at Lakewood High School, besting second-place Lansing Catholic by more than 20 points. “Lately, we’re just kind of competing against ourselves,” said Lakewood head coach Kim Martin. “The scores have been pretty inconsistent. I don’t discuss the scores a lot with the girls. We would like to be up over 700. “Tonight, if we would have had a cleaner round three we would have been there.” The inconsistency she spoke of had more to do with different sets of judges rather than how her team has performed. The Vikings have passed the 700 mark a few times this season. They just missed it Wednesday, finishing with a total of 699.7208 points. Lansing Catholic scored a 679.3920, followed by Corunna 615.7064, Portland 537.9690, and Williamston 520.5260. Lakewood had the best score in each of the three rounds, with a 211.2 in round one, a 202.3208 in round two, and a 286.2 in round three. “Round one and round two were pretty good,” Martin said. “Round three, which the last few competitions has been our best round, has got to be a little bit cleaner.” Lansing Catholic was second in each round, with a 208.3, a 191.1920, and a 279.9 respectively. The final CAAC-White Jamboree will be held Feb. 10, at Williamston High School. The Vikings currently sit a top the league standings with ten points, having won both league jamborees. Lansing Catholic is second with eight points, followed by Corunna six, Portland four, and Williamston two. Finishing in the top two at Williamston would guarantee the Vikings the conference title. “It’s exciting to be ahead in the league,” Martin said. “Last year at this time we were dealing with injuries an mono. I had my one base throw out her elbow. We kind of lost the league championship, and it really should have been ours.” The Vikings went way over the 700-point mark Saturday as they won the Lansing Waverly Warrior Invitational with a score of 736.9246. Grand Ledge was second with a score of 684.5744, followed by Jackson Northwest 683.7350, Waverly 658.4510, Durand 627.0260, Leslie 624.0790, Portland 619.2620, and Eaton Rapids 578.6626. Lakewood even had an eight-point deduction in round three, after finishing the round with a score of 298.5. Lakewood had the highest score in each of the three rounds on the day, adding a 227.9 in round one and a 218.5246 in round two. Lakewood’s Alecia Hansbarger shouts out during her team’s round two performance Wednesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxon girls continue slow start Lakewood’s varsity competitive cheer team performs during round three at Wednesday’s Capital Area Activities Conference White Division jamboree at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) YMCA Standings YMCA Women’s Volleyball League Standings MacLeod Chiropractic 23-1 TK Ladies 21-3 Aged Wisely 20-4 Trend Setters 15-9 Winebrenner Construction 14-10 Blarney Stone 8-16 La Bella Vida 8-16 Balls of Fury 5-19 Net Results 4-20 Edward Jones 2-22 YMCA Adult Dodgball Standings Team Flex 37 Recess Bullies 34 Ninja Beavers 31 MisFits 02 YMCA Men’s A League Basketball Standings Woodland 6-0 Head Bustas 5-0 FlexFab/Delton Pole Building 5-2 River Bend 2-5 OAOOS 2-6 Blarney Stone 1-5 Gunthorpe Plumbing 1-5 YMCA Men’s B League Basketball Standings Hastings Family Dental 4-0 Blarney Stone 4-2 CamoFlauge 4-2 FlexFab (Black and Blue) 4-2 Blair Landscaping 2-4 GoGo Auto 2-4 FlexFab (Red and Black) 0-6 06706380 by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Four Hastings starters came over and had a seat next to head coach Steve Laubaugh after a 6-1 Wildcat run extended Wayland’s lead to 32-14 to start the second half Tuesday. “It was about teaching,” said Laubaugh. “We talked ad nauseam about execution. That was the moment right there where if you’re not going to execute, I’m going to give someone else a chance to get to it.” The Saxon varsity girls’ basketball team struggled with its offensive execution all night long in a 57-29 loss to the visiting Wildcats. Executing early has been a struggle all season for the Saxons. Laubaugh said that six points is the most his team has scored in the opening quarter of an O-K Gold Conference game all season long, and the five it scored Tuesday was above its average. The Wildcats led 11-5 after the opening quarter, then extended the lead to 26-13 at the half. Either team could have had more points in the opening quarter, as the Wildcats missed a handful of open shots under the basket and the Saxons went just 1-of-6 from the foul line in the first eight minutes. Wayland got 17 points from Cassie Schmidt on the night, and nine each from Amber Getty and Molly Lameyer. The Saxons did fairly decent job of handling the Wildcats’ full-court pressure most of the time, and rebounded the ball well again but weren’t able to turn many of their offensive rebounds into points. Gabrielle Shipley had six points attacking the basket in the first three minutes of the fourth quarter, and led the Saxons with ten for the game. Hastings’ also got eight points from Veronica Hayden and four from Gabraelle Eaton. The Saxons struggled the whole night at the foul line, connecting on just 9-of-22 tries. Shipley was just 2-of-10. The Wildcats only attempted five free throws all game, and hit just one. Hastings is now 1-7 in the O-K Gold Conference and will visit Forest Hills Friday and Caledonia Tuesday in the league. “My kids will continue to work hard,” said Laubaugh. “We have to figure out the first quarter woes.” The Saxons trailed 14-5 after one quarter Friday at Ottawa Hills, and the Bengals held on from there to take a 54-34 victory. “We just did not attack this team from the beginning,” Laubaugh said. “We played with some fear, and let them get rolling. Momentum was on their side practically all night after the first three minutes.” Friday was also one of the rare nights where the Saxons were outrebounded, 35-31. Nearly half of the Bengals’ rebounds (17) came on the offensive end. “If you give somebody 20 more shots than you, you are probably going to lose,” Laubaugh said. “We gave them multiple shots on too many possessions. And of their 18 (two-point) field goals, not a single one was made outside six feet. They had three bombs, and 18 six-footers. That kind of rebounding and defense will give you this result every time.” The Bengals were just 3-of-20 from three- point range. Hastings got 11 points and nine rebounds from Kayla Vogel, 13 points and three assists from Hayden, and Shipley chipped in nine rebounds as well. The Saxons’ Gabrielle Shipley (23) runs into Wayland’s Molly Lameyer as she goes up for two points in the third quarter Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hastings guard Gabraelle Eaton pressures the Wildcats’ Autumn Anderson in the corner during the fourth quarter Tuesday at Hastings High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Saxons’ Megan VanZyl is pressured as she crosses mid-court by Wayland’s Autumn Anderson (left) and Montana Bredeweg during the second half Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 77542852 Personal or business simple or complex tax preparation you can trust! 269-945-9452 Hastings - Ionia 616-522-0792 ��Page 18 — Thursday, February 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Trojans have trouble scoring against Scots by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Trojans are taking the advice of Nemo’s friend Dorie, from the Disney film ‘Finding Nemo’. Although, rather than “swimming” the Trojans are “shooting”. “We just keep shooting. Shooting. Shooting. Shooting,” said Thornapple Kellogg varsity girls’ basketball coach Andy Thornapple Kellogg guard Hana Hunt drives around Caledonia’s Stacey Forton during the second half Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Kopf after his team’s 39-15 loss at Caledonia Friday. Thornapple Kellogg has had trouble scoring points for much of the season, and never has it been tougher than it was Friday. The Trojans managed just four points in the first half, and six through the first three quarters. The Fighting Scots led 36-6 heading into the fourth. “We played good defense again,” Kopf said. “We just can’t make shots. They work hard in practice. They shoot a lot. Sometimes, we’re jinxed on offense I think.” It didn’t help that the Trojans were without their leading scorer, Alyssa Weesie, who suffered a broken nose and a concussion Tuesday night. It also didn’t help that they were playing on the road against a Fighting Scot team that just pushed the second ranked team in the state in Class B to the limit Tuesday. Even the Scots weren’t exactly thrilled with how the night went. “I want us in this program to have an expectation of execution every time we tough the floor,” said Caledonia head coach Joe Harvey. “Tonight, we went through the motions. We didn’t really play well in any facet of the game. 27 turnovers was the most we’ve had all year. “With that said, everybody played. Everybody got at least four minutes.” There was a big cheer as Caledonia senior center Kalli Fifarek scored her first points of the game with a minute and a half to play. “We talked at the beginning of the season about how there wouldn’t be a lot of minutes, but everyday (Fifarek) comes with a good attitude and works hard. She never complains, and it’s a delight to see her knock down a shot like that.” Fifarek was one of ten Fighting Scots to score in the game. Lexi Miller led the way with eight points, Addy Johnson had seven. Caledonia got a team-high five rebounds each from Kristine Kaechele and Nicole Chase. Chase also had four steals. Brenna Donahue had three steals, and Lindsee Weis a team-high three assists to go with her five points. “To TK’s credit, they got down quick and got down a lot, but kept fighting,” Harvey said. “They outscored us in the fourth quarter. They could have easily mailed it in.” Cassie Holwerda led TK on the night with nine points. Kiley Buursma had four. The Trojans’ scoring troubles continued for a quarter Tuesday, but they picked things up to make a game of it at home against Ottawa Hills. The Bengals were able to hold on for a 42-38 league win though. The Bengals put the Trojans in an early hole, limiting them to just two points in the opening quarter. Ottawa Hills would extend its lead to 28-21 heading into the fourth quarter. Holwerda led TK on the night with 21 points, while Kenzie Webster chipped in eight. The Bengals got 14 points from Dyann Wiley and ten from China Fonda. TK is now 4-10 overall, and 0-8 in the O-K Gold Conference. The Trojans travel to South Christian Friday, then head to Grand Rapids Catholic The Trojans’ Kenzie Webster takes a loose ball away from the Fighting Scots’ Nicole Chase during the third quarter Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Central Tuesday. Trojan boys score a two-point victory in Caledonia by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Obviously losing a lead is never a good thing, but Thornapple Kellogg head coach Lance Laker didn’t mind the experience building aspect of it Friday night. Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity boys’ basketball team scored a 42-40 O-K Gold Conference victory at Caledonia Friday night, as sophomore guard Greg Hamilton hit the game-winner with seven seconds remaining after the Fighting Scots wiped out a nine-point Trojan lead in the final four minutes. “It’s one of those games where it’s a great win, in an environment like that, to have the lead, to lose it, have them surge, and have the shot got in, then win it on defense,” Laker said. Caledonia called a time-out with 5.2 seconds remaining, and got an off-balance jumper by guard Luke Wiest which banked off the basket and out as time expired. “We fought as hard as we could and stuck together to try to overcome the adversity of struggling to find success on the offensive end,” said Caledonia head coach Todd Bloemers. “We dug down and we kept giving effort, but we understand that’s not good enough to compete in this league.” Hamilton led the Trojans on the night with 17 points. He was one of just four Trojan players to score in the game. Jared Stolicker had 12 points and 13 rebounds, as well as three steals and three blocked shots. Coley McKeough chipped in ten points. Just because the other Trojans didn’t fill the scorebook, didn’t mean they didn’t contribute. Kenny Price had 11 rebounds. Jacob Bultema had the other three Trojan points, and played well in a new role as a defensive stopper. With help from his teammates, Bultema limited Wiest to just ten points. “Wiest is obviously a great kid. He’s a great player, and a great leader,” Laker said. “There aren’t too many times you can take him our of a game and make him struggle.” All the Scots struggled shooting the basketball. They shot just 30.4-percent from the floor for the night, and just 28-percent in the first half. “When you shoot 30-percent for a game you really have to rely on your defense to win,” Bloemers said. “We did that tonight, unfortunately we came up one play short.” Caledonia forward Travis Taylor finally got hot late, sparked by an ability to get the ball to the rim. In a span of less than two minutes, he scored the Scots’ final nine points. The last two, on a lay-up after a steal, tied the game at 40-40 with 31 seconds to play. “Obviously, they were very big plays for our team to help us build confidence and put us in a position where we could try to win the ball game. Travis is a senior captain. He stepped up and helped us get to that position,” Bloemers said. TK is now 6-6 overall on the season, and sports a 3-5 league mark. The Trojans were downed by Ottawa Hills 7065 Tuesday night. The Bengals broke open a close game with a huge second quarter, outscoring the Trojans 27-13 in the period. Devon Ivy led Ottawa Hills with 25 points on the night, while Kevin Grant chipped in 12 points and Antione Wilson 11. The Trojans got 21 points from Hamilton, 12 from Stolicker, and nine from McKeough. TK travels to South Christian on Friday, then will host Grand Rapids Catholic Central Tuesday. Trojan guard Coley McKeough drives around Caledonia’s Travis Taylor during the first half Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 77542826 Thornapple Kellogg guard Greg Hamilton has his path to the basket altered by Caledonia center Anthony Cooley during the first quarter Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-02-11.pdf 1ed93c7b7aedc890060d1f25631c0ec6 PDF Text Text Congressman Ehlers to step down Michigan needs a real plan, now High-five: Hastings wins O-K Gold again See Story on Page 13 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 18 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 6 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, February 11, 2010 County’s plans for former library building on hold NEWS BRIEFS The Barry County Chamber of Commerce will host its first Business After Hours event of 2010 at the Walldorff Brewpub and Bistro in downtown Hastings from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11. The Chamber invites individuals seeking new business contacts and networking opportunities to attend. Members of the Chamber and their employees are free to attend all business after hours events; the charge for prospective members is $10. To RSVP or to become a Chamber member, call 269-945-2454 or e-mail andre@barrychamber.com. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During his report to the county board Tuesday, Barry County Administrator Michael Brown gave an update on the former Hastings Public Library building, which Barry County received from the City of Hastings and a land swap. “There was discussion, as we exited 2009, relative to utilizing the building to house the Cooperative Extension [Michigan State University Barry County Cooperative Extension] and focusing on court-related activities in the courts and law building,” said Brown. “That focus still exists, although with the reorganization of the Cooperative Extension, potentially locally but precipitated from a region or statewide reorganization, things have been put on hold a little bit. We also are taking some time to look at things pertaining to budget. As you are aware, our budgets have changed significantly coming into 2010.” Brown told the Barry County Board of Commissioners that the county’s auditors would be in the week of Feb. 22. He said the county is Humane Society sale is tomorrow Resident asks city to hold off on demolition ‘Business After Hours’ is today The Barry County Humane Society will hold a bake sale Friday, Feb. 12, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hastings City Bank in Hastings. The sale will help support the upcoming Spay Day. During Spay Day, Feb. 23, Barry County dog and cat owners can either call the Humane Society or go to the office to receive a certificate good for a $20 discount on the cost of having pets spayed or neutered. Valentine balloon sale is Fri., Sat. The Barry County United Way and Volunteer Center will hold its annual “Have a Heart” balloon sale Friday and Saturday, Feb. 12 and 13 at State Grounds Coffee House, 108 E. State St. in downtown Hastings. Heart-shaped Mylar balloons with a “Happy Valentine’s Day” message, weighted with a small box of candy, will be sold for $5 each from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Feb. 12 and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 13. All proceeds will benefit the Barry County United Way Volunteer Center endowment fund, held by the Barry Community Foundation. Delivery of the Valentine balloons is available on pre-orders of $30 or more. To pre-order balloons, call 269-945-4010. 4-H living lab will host open house The Barry County Michigan State University Extension 4-H Youth program invites the public to an open house from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 13, at its 4-H Conservation and Living Laboratory, located on 40 acres at 5200 S. Norris Road in Delton. The property is located south of Gun Lake and north of Mullen Road in Orangeville Township. MSU Extension, in partnership with the Michigan Audubon and Otis Bird Sanctuary, will lead nature hikes, give nature-based demonstrations and set up bird-feeding stations. The event coincides with the Great Backyard Bird Count, and there will be bird feeding demonstrations including types of food and feeders. Birds seen during the event will be included in the Great Backyard Bird Count tally for the day. Parking is limited, and carpooling is encouraged. All activities will be held outdoors, and there are no warming facilities. For more information, contact Kathy Walters-Surratt at 269-945-1388 or at surratt4@msu.edu. See NEWS BRIEFS, continued on page 2 by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer A considerable portion of Monday evening’s Hastings City Council meeting was devoted to the plight of a resident who is caught between the city wanting to demolish what remains of his home and an insurance company that is making what the resident said were difficult demands. Elwin Wood, owner of property at 1201 N. Broadway in Hastings, spoke during the portion of the meeting reserved for public comment. He explained to the council that his home was ravaged by a fire in August 2009 and that it was scheduled to be demolished by order of the city later this month. He claimed that he would be unable to empty the house of its contents any time soon because of the way in which representatives of Hastings Mutual Insurance Company, the company through which Wood and his family have had the home insured for nearly 40 years, have handled the insurance claim he filed as a result of the fire. He said the company has required him to catalog and handle the some 12,000 items currently located in the house. “You’re telling me that you’re going to take away my house and tear it down, and I don’t even have physical possession of my proper- awaiting results of the audit to determine the status of the building rehabilitation fund and what can be done with historic facility. “There’s not a lot of activity at this moment ... We have the building situated to get through the winter — the heat and boiler going. But, as the spring comes along and we can do some work, there are some exterior things that we certainly want to get done to preserve that building, some general maintenance on that building to make sure that it is kept up,” said Brown. “Then, hopefully, come spring, we’ll really be able to take a look at what we are going to do relative to that building.” Commissioner Don Nevins expressed concern about the county’s finances and “dumping $300,000 or $400,000 into that, with the way the economy is.” “I would like to have that on the committee of the whole agenda after the audit is done,” he added. Brown noted that the auditor’s report would not be finished until June. “We can certainly begin to have discussion before that ... I’ll be happy to work with the ty or my house, right now, because Hastings Mutual hasn’t truly released it to me,” he told the council. According to Wood, the auditors assigned to his case also have made it difficult for him to prepare the house for demolition. “There’s things in there that are sentimental that I can’t find, because there’s just piles and piles of stuff from when the auditors went through it,” he said. In describing the process he claimed must be followed in order for items from his house to be removed, Wood referenced a picture of his brother that he said currently was in the house. “I have to take a picture of that picture to document that I took it out, so that they’ll pay me the 17 cents to take the picture and re-photograph it,” he said. “Now that’s crazy for me to have to do that and also have to worry about my house being torn down while I’m still fighting with this.” Mansfield explained that in situations such as Wood’s, the owners of properties are given 120 days to remedy their damaged structures before representatives of the city can take action to correct the issues. DEMOLITION, continued on page 12 chairman to get that for the committee as a whole so we have some time to discuss it,” said Brown. “Right now there are just a number of ‘what-ifs?’ a number of variables we don’t have answers to. And, I would like to have a few more answers before I come to you.” Brown said his issue right now was that no decision had been made as to the final design for the building. “I think we are starting to look at an era where we have to make sure that whatever our design is, it’s easily used for multiple purposes, as opposed to a design for specific uses ...” he explained. “There’s also the historic nature of that building that we want to try and preserve. I think we did an awfully nice job with the old city hall building when we took it over and redesigned it, making sure we blend the new and the historic, and we’ve done that with this building [the Barry County Courthouse] and want to do the same thing. “I’d like to know a little more about where I am headed before I try to build the road map,” continued Brown. Commissioner Mike Callton said he understood Nevins’ concerns about finances for any renovation. “As far as this year’s budget, I think it is going to be really strained, and I think we should start thinking about actually not drawing from the budget and consider tapping into the tax umbrella fund.” “I’m going to disagree with that,” said Nevins. “I don’t think this would be the year to even start to put that much money into a building like that even though we do need the space.” Brown said the purpose of the umbrella tax fund is to “self-revolve,” or let the county borrow from itself rather than from a lender. “I know many counties that get into that and they have none left,” said Nevins. Commissioner Mike Bremer said that if the future holds potential for federal funding for “shovel-ready” projects, the county would benefit by having something planned. “We certainly could try to be ... ready for it just in case there are some funds,” he said. In other business, the board: • Approved an amendment to the joint plan, COUNTY BOARD, continued on page 7 This home, located at 1201 N. Broadway in Hastings, was ravaged by a fire last year and is to soon be demolished by order of the City of Hastings. Long-time public servant Dr. V. Harry Adrounie dies by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Dr. V. Harry Adrounie, a Hastings icon who had local, state and worldwide influence, died at his home this week, apparently on Tuesday. He was 94. No other details were available at press time. An obituary will be published at a later date, according to Lauer Family Funeral Home, Wren Chapel, which is handling arrangements, in Hastings. Adrounie was an international authority in Delton, TK boards have challengers; Hastings to see two new faces by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Two local school districts will see contests for board of education elections May 4, and one district board will have two new members. The deadline for candidates to register for the election was 4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9. Seven candidates are vying for two seats on the Delton Kellogg Board of Education. Three candidates are eyeing two posts on the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education, and two candidates have filed for the two open seats on the Hastings Board of Education. In Hastings, newcomers Kathy Carlson and Robert Longstreet are running unopposed for the two seats currently held by board secretary Jeff Guenther and trustee Tammy Pennington, who are not seeking reelection. The Delton Kellogg Board of Education race will see incumbent Elizabeth Matteson trying to retain her four-year post when she is challenged by three newcomers: Victor Haas, James McManus and Nora Evers. Meanwhile, fellow incumbent Paul Hughes will try to hold off challengers Eric Pessell and Marc Robinson for a partial term expiring June 2012. Hughes was appointed when former board president Sandra Barker resigned in June 2009. Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education incumbents Kim Selleck and David Smith hope to maintain their four-year seats in the face of a challenge by newcomer Tim Whitney. Candidates have until 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12, to withdraw from the race, if they so desire. Lakewood and Maple Valley school districts hold their school board elections in November. environmental and public health and was a retired U.S. Air Force lieutenant colonel. He studied and taught environmental and public health issues for 65 years during his military career and civilian life. He has taught at the University of Hawaii, American University in Armenia, American University in Beirut and in the Middle East and South America. Adrounie, who had doctorates in public health and the environment, developed, implemented and managed environmental health programs on a world-wide basis and developed and operated clinical laboratories for large hospitals and medical services. About nine years ago he served as chairman of a new national Children’s Health Committee comprised of emeritus members of the American Public Health Association. He brought together six other public health experts from around the United States to develop a curriculum kit to educate kindergartners through eighth graders on a variety of health-related topics. The curriculum later was expanded through twelfth grade. Locally, prior to his death, Adrounie served as chairman of the Barry County Solid Waste Oversight Committee and the County Solid Waste Planning Committee, posts he held for many years. Ken Neil, a personal friend of Adrounie for about 30 years, had the highest regard for Adrounie, calling him a man “of character and integrity.” When Adrounie retired from the Air Force and returned to Hastings, Neil said Adrounie wanted Barry County to have a Solid Waste Dr. V. Harry Adrounie Plan, and that was before such plans were mandated by the state. Adrounie served as chairman of that project and Neil was vice chairman. “It was one of the first ones in the state,” Neil said. He said Adrounie was proud of his service to his country and was well-respected at every military base they visited. Neil accompanied Adrounie to Panama and saw that respect ADROUNIE, continued on page 2 �Page 2 — Thursday, February 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Sensors upgraded at traffic light NEWS BRIEFS by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer With the recent addition of camera-like devices on the corner of M-43 and Industrial Park Drive in Hastings, some residents feared that ‘Big Brother’ had come to the area. However, Michigan Department of Transportation spokesman Nick Schirripa explained that the devices are not cameras designed to photograph vehicles, but are visual actuators that will aid in the timing of traffic signals at the intersection. Schirripa said the devices were intended to replace similar sensors that regulated the traffic signals from below ground. “It is just an upgrade,” he said. According to Schirripa, the installation of the device is part of a $720,000 program to establish visual actuators at 15 different sites in four cities, including Albion, Bronson and Coldwater. continued from front page Valentine Dessert to help Haiti relief The public is invited to attend a Valentine Dessert event to raise funds to benefit earthquake victims in Haiti. The event will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 14, at Faith United Methodist Church in Delton. A free-will offering will be accepted, and all proceeds will go to Haiti. The dessert buffet will feature different kinds of cheesecake, pies, chocolate brownies with ice cream, turtle cake, and cookies. Fruit will be available, as well. The church is located on the corner of M-43 Highway (Grove Street) and Bush Street. Group to show ‘Monsanto’ film The Progressive Democrats of West Michigan invite the public to view the film, “The World According to Monsanto” Thursday, Feb. 18, at 7 p.m. Thornapple Township Emergency Services Building, located at 115 High St. Light refreshments will be served, and discussion time will follow. Everyone is welcome. Delton Rotary scholarships open In May, the Delton Area Rotary Club will award scholarships for the purchase of books and supplies by students attending accredited colleges, vocational schools or other institutions of higher learning. Any high school senior who has resided in the Delton Kellogg Schools district for at least two years is eligible to apply. The number and amount of scholarships available will depend on how much money the Rotary club can raise for the cause. Applications are available at Delton Kellogg High School, Delton Kellogg Elementary School and Delton District Library. Applications also can be found at www.dkschools.org. Churches set Ash Wednesday services Hastings, Johnstown Twp. awarded federal grants to enhance fire safety Fire departments in the City of Hastings and Barry County’s Johnstown Township are among 33 Michigan organizations awarded federal grants to support operations and firefighter safety and to purchase firefighting vehicles. The Hastings Fire Department will receive $126,255 for operations and safety, and the Johnstown Township Fire Department will get $40,727 for the same purpose. Hastings Fire Chief Roger Caris said the grant money will be used to purchase 22 new self-contained breathing apparatuses for the department. Johnstown Fire Chief Jack Wykoff said his department would use the grant to purchase an exhaust-control system for each of its six trucks. U.S. senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin announced the grants last week. Thirty-three organizations in the state have been awarded a total of $3,006,987 through the Department of Homeland Security Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFGP). h “This grant program provides our local firefighters and first responders with the equipment and support to help keep our communities safe,” Stabenow said. “These brave men and women are on the front lines when disaster strikes, and these dollars will make sure they are better protected in the line of duty.” Levin said, “Michigan’s firefighters and first responders play a critical role in keeping us safe and secure. These federal dollars will help provide them with the resources they need to protect communities across Michigan.” The AFGP awards grants directly to fire departments and EMS organizations to improve the effectiveness of operations and health and safety programs and to establish or expand fire prevention programs throughout the United States. Grants are awarded competitively through an application process. More information can be found online at www.firegrantsupport.com/. Happy Valentine’s Day [ POOH ] h Love… Jj, Cole Bear and Justin x MY HON x Even though we are miles apart, every day you are thought of and always in my heart! I Love and miss you bunchems. h ATWTTWTAB h L DEAREST SMOOSAW L I love you with all of my heart and soul. Happy Valentine’s Day! j Forever Yours, Slam 2 ISI Thanks for my new R B Switch! 1 Love Always, B 1 7 GLORY B-ZER 7 Your momma loves you! So does Freedom, Sasafrass and all of your other critters. s Happy Valentine’s Day s ttt v DEAR JOSHY v I’m so glad I found you! f Love, Your Old Lady f P.S. Happy Birthday! 2 ADAM ROUSH 2 Your Biggest Fan, Mom R 2 KM SC MP SH 2 Is it not enough to live a long and happy life with me? Love you forever, GNR LYLT SB I ALEX I 1 Happy Valentine’s Day! Love you lots! Drew & Brenda 2 2 DALE 2 Love you as much as I did 44 years ago, your blue eyes still melt my heart! j Your Big Kahuna 1 Many local churches will hold Ash Wednesday services Feb. 17. Beginning the first Sunday of Lent, Feb. 21, some churches will focus on special sermon series or other studies. Hastings Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 315 West Center Street. Ash Wednesday, February 17 at 7 p.m., Ash Wednesday Liturgy with Imposition of Ashes and Holy Eucharist On Sundays in Lent, February 21 to March 21 have at 9a.m., Christian Education: Anglicanism 101 and at 10 a.m., Holy Eucharist, Rite I. Wednesdays in Lent, from February 24 to March 24 include a Soup and Bread Supper at 6 p.m. in theGury Parish House followed at 6:30 p.m. by Lenten Study: Approaches to Prayer followed by Compline. First Presbyterian Church, 231 S. Broadway, will observe Ash Wednesday with a short 30-minute service. This service will include the placing of ashes in the sign of a cross on the forehead of worshippers. The service begins at 5:30 p.m. The pastor will be preaching on the Penitent Psalms during lent this year. Hope United Methodist Church, 2890 S. M-37, will have an Ash Wednesday service at 7 p.m. featuring a dramatic one-man show on film by Dean Jones portraying St. John. Sermons during Lent will focus on the nature of consumer culture and its effect on thinking. Sunday worship services will begin at 10:45 a.m. Middleville Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 908 W. Main St., will begin the Lenten season Ash s TO MARY JANE s …my precious wife and Valentine of a life time. n I lov u! Dave n TO THE BEST KIND OF VALENTINES Amanda, Keeghyn, Aihsley, h Chesnhey, Kristin, Karsyn, Kooper. We lov u, h Grandpa & Grandma Hayner 7 DARREN 7 We’re very proud of you and really enjoy fishing and reading with you! b DEAREST BECKY BREED b My love, you ARE the best thing Q Happy Valentine’s Day that has EVER happened to me! Grandpa & Grandma Case Thank you for your patience Q Love You n Love, Me — XXOO n W BABE W We don’t spend that much time together, Happy Valentine’s Day to the but the time we share means the world to me. love of my life I miss you all the time, and I love you [ VICTOR ] just the way you are! S Forever Yours! I Love You, Patti b WOW! “I’m Your Girl” b x MY SWEET GUMBA x DEAR AMY JO DuBOSE You’ve grown into such a I am very honored to be your husband and proud beautiful young lady, I love you! to call you the mother of our children. h Mom h Thanks my darlyn, I will love you forever. Happy Valentine’s Day! 2 2 MY ADORABLE BABY BOY Yours Truely… James DuBose You’re growing into such a sweet young man! DEAREST MICHAEL b I love you. As we near our 30th anniversary in May, it is wonderful that this Valentine’s Day f Love, Mom f will be as exciting as our first. Love, Patricia W MY SEXY DAVID W May we always be happy Happy Valentine’s Day and in love! ELANA b Love, Your Baby b Enjoy performing in Savannah this week. w MUCH LOVE TO GRANDMA’S SPECIAL BLESSINGS… P Chad, Brian, Daven, Shelby, P Zack, Josh, Paul, Emma, Ben, Claire & Noah d Grandma Anderson d guitar man! R My favorite Love You… W GRANDPA COYKENDALL W Happy Valentine’s Day! Love… Michelle One of two new visual actuators on the corner of M-43 and Industrial Park Drive in Hastings regulates traffic flow at the intersection. h w h Wednesday with a 7 a.m. imposition of ashes and 7 p.m. imposition of ashes with divine service. Wednesday Lenten vespers will begin at 7 p.m. preceded by a soup supper at 6 p.m. Sundays in Lent, matins are at 8:45 a.m. with divine service following at 9:30 a.m. Middleville United Methodist Church, 111 Church St., will hold a traditional service of ashes at 7 p.m. on Ash Wednesday. This is a quiet service to focus on the spiritual preparation of Lent. The theme of the Lenten season at the church is “Way Stations: Oases of Hope in a Broken World.” Orangeville St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, 11850 9 Mile Road, will hold its Ash Wednesday service at 7 p.m. on Feb. 17. It will include the placing of ashes. Rector Barbara Wilson will give a Lenten series on the trial narratives in the four Gospels and the trials recorded in the book of the Acts of the Apostles, looking at what they may have to teach about Christian discipleship today. J-Ad Graphics newspapers will continue to accept information about special Lent and Easter services and events at area churches. Notice of special sermons or services should be submitted via e-mail to patricia@j-adgraphics.com. Information should include name, address and telephone number of the church. The deadline for information is Tuesday by 10 a.m. each week until March 30. This information will be published on a space-available basis. There is no fee for this service. To place an advertisement to guarantee placement, call 269-945-9554. ADROUNIE, continued from page 1 first-hand and also when he went with Adrounie to attend alumni banquets at his alma mater, St. Ambrose in Davenport, Iowa. “I enjoyed him,” Neil said. “I learned something new every time I talked to him. “He’s going to be missed on the solid waste committees and for his environmental knowledge,” Neil said. At the time of his death, Adrounie also was still active on the Barry County Department of Human Services (DHS) Board, which oversees the operation of Thornapple Manor among other duties. He had served on the DHS Board since 1998, and chairman since 2004. “He was extremely supportive of Thornapple Manor, and was with us throughout the design and construction phases of our recent renovation,” said Thornapple Manor Administrator Jim DeYoung. “I am very happy that he got to see it though to its completion and speak at the grand opening last August. Harry was very proud of the support that the community has provided to us over the years.” DeYoung said Adrounie “was very kind, friendly, and generous to us and to this community, and always had a smile on his face. He will be dearly missed.” Adrounie also was a former member of the City of Hastings Planning Commission and a former commander of the American Legion Post in Hastings where he was still a member. On the state level, in tribute to 15 years of dedication and work to try to persuade Michigan lawmakers and several governors to insist that private laboratories meet high standards, Michigan legislation was named after Adrounie about six years ago. Signed into law by Governor Jennifer Granholm, the legislation is called The V. Harry Adrounie Laboratory Data Quality Assurance Act. At the time of the signing, Adrounie commented, “I was really surprised that they put my name on it. “I’m happy it passed for the people of Michigan. After all, that’s why I fought for it so long because it’s really needed. Without proper laboratory results, you never know what’s going to happen, especially in these days with the bio-terrorism (threats),” Adrounie had said. He gave much of the credit for the passage of the legislation to State Senator Patricia Birkholz, R-24th District and to Bob Wilson, policy advisor to the Michigan Senate majority leader. Birkholz, one of the bill’s sponsors, said at the time of the passage, “It was an honor to work with such a dedicated and strongly committed scientist. Dr. Adrounie knew this issue thoroughly and yet knew when and where to compromise to move the legislation. His dedication and perseverance made this law.” Wilson was quoted at the time as saying, “it’s a very high honor” for Adrounie to have the act named after him. Wilson and Adrounie worked together the entire 15 years to get the idea for a laboratory accreditation program enacted into law to make sure private commercial laboratories’ reports and tests are accurate, consistent and reliable when submitted to the state for environmental clean-ups, etc. Wilson called Adrounie “a fantastic human being,” “a great role model” and “a wonderful public servant.” Adrounie “didn’t do it for money or notoriety, he did it because it was the right thing to do,” Wilson said of Adrounie’s efforts to promote the legislation. Adrounie also had served as a member of the state Hazardous Waste Policy Committee and the Michigan Underground Storage Tank Finance Assurance Policy Board and was a former director of the Berrien County Environmental Health Division. Adrounie received many awards during his lifetime. Among them was an award for 10 years of service and contributions to Underwriters Laboratories Inc., an independent, nonprofit product-safety testing and certification organization. He had served for a decade on the Underwriters Laboratories’ Environmental & Public Health Council. In 2003, he was surprised to receive an award from the American Public Health Association Environmental Alliance for Senior Involvement. He knew that he was going to be speaking at the APHA’s annual meeting in San Francisco, but after his talk he became speechless when presented with an ADROUNIE, continued on page 8 s q o Love, Mom and Dad o x RICH x Thanks for being the gentleman that you are! You are awesome! Happy Valentine’s Day h h I DREW I Happy Valentine’s Day! I love you. 1 Mom 1 o “ S t r etchi n g ” q s AARON s Happy Valentine’s Day kid! I love you. Mom o GOMER o o Happy Valentine’s Day to my favorite Berry. l Love, Goober l x SCOTT BRANCH x Let’s take our time, I just want to look in your eyes & catch my breath. Baby, I’ve got a feeling this could be one of those memories we want to hold onto, cling to, one that we can’t forget, that chance worth taking, history in the making. 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The storm moved out of the area Wednesday morning after closing schools across the county and sending cars careening into ditches. From 3 a.m. until 9 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, Barry County Central Dispatch received reports of 24 traffic accidents across the county. Delton Kellogg, Hastings, Lakewood, Maple Valley and Thornapple Kellogg schools all had canceled sports and other after-school events Tuesday. The schools were closed Wednesday. Dave McIntyre, a weather observer for the National Weather Service Climatological Station in Hastings, reported that the storm system moved into the area at 4 a.m. Tuesday morning and subsided around 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, leaving Hastings with 9.9 inches of snow. “The total snowfall varied across the region, with the heaviest snow falling in Calhoun County, where they received 12 inches of snow,” said McIntyre. Local snowplowers were kept busy all day Tuesday and into Wednesday fulfilling plow- ing contracts and responding to new calls. Wednesday morning, under blue skies with scattered clouds, many residents were out with shovels or snowblowers, clearing driveways, sidewalks and steps. Mike Leedy, deputy chief of the Hastings City Police Department, said the city was fortunate to have only one reported slide-off, with no damage, associated with the winter storm. “I would attribute that (no accidents) to the great job our department of public works does,” said Leedy. “They work hard to stay on top of the situation and do a good job keeping Caleb Moon looks on as Dakota Stephens helps Tanya Moon of Hastings shovel a driveway Wednesday morning. Heavy snow began to fill area streets, roads and highways early Tuesday. the streets cleared.” The Wednesday forecast called for scattered light snow showers across the area with northwest winds of 15 to 20 mph. Roads remain snow-covered in many places. Brief gusts of wind continued to clear snow from the smaller branches of deciduous trees and the needles of conifers Wednesday. Service projects highlight special week at St. Rose School The sun rises behind the gazebo in downtown Middleville Wednesday morning, casting a glow on the fresh snow. (Photo by Patricia Johns.) Students at St. Rose of Lima Parish School celebrated Catholic Schools Week, a national celebration, during the first week of February. During the special week, students participated in three service projects. "Using Jesus as our example, we decided to celebrate our school by serving others," said sixth grade teacher Amy Murphy. Her students designated the special days of service. One project was collecting stuffed animals for the children of Haiti. On pajama day, students brought gently used stuffed animals. More than 100 toys will be sent to Haiti from St. Rose School students. The students also collected money for Haiti, donating it through Catholic Relief Services. Another project was collecting funds for the American Cancer Society. Students were encouraged to donate their own money and raised more than $150 in one day of donations. The money will be used locally by the American Cancer Society to serve patients undergoing treatments. "I am so proud of our students and their generosity," said Principal Bernadette Norris. On Honor the Military Day, students dressed in fatigues or red, white, and blue and wrote letters to soldiers and veterans. The letters will be mailed to relatives and alumni of St. Rose Parish School serving in the military and to the Veterans Hospital in Battle Creek. “An important part of our faith is practicing stewardship: serving others not only in our parish community, but our local and global communities, as well," said fifth grade teacher Sally Dreyer. The mission statement of St. Rose Parish School states that it is "committed to provide Kindergartner Masy Hiemstra brought her "Flat Daddy," a life-size cutout photograph, to school with her on Honor the Military Day. Her father, Mike Hiemstra, is currently stationed in Texas with the Air Force and will soon be serving in Afghanistan. our students an excellent Catholic education within a family-centered environment. We seek to optimize the strengths of each child and prepare them to make a positive difference in our parish, our community, and the world at large." St. Rose of Lima Parish School is a faith- and family- centered elementary school serving Young 5s through sixth grade and is located at 707 S. Jefferson St., Hastings. St. Rose is currently accepting registrations for the 2010-2011 school year. Contact the school office at 945-3164 or stroseoflimaschool.org for more information. YMCA camp to host winter fun day Saturday YMCA Camp Algonquin will host a free family fun day Saturday, Feb. 13, from 2 to 4 p.m. Families are encouraged to come out and play in the snow, bring a sled and play on a small hill, or bring ice skates and play out on the lake ice. Hiking trails will be open to go explore, and plenty of snow will allow for building snowmen, snow castles, or anything else families feel like creating. Hot cocoa will be available in the lodge. Parents are required to stay with their children while at camp since no counselors will be available. For more information, call the YMCA at 269-945-4574 or check out the Web site at www.ymcaofbarrycounty.org. This week’s snow will provide plenty of options at the YMCA Camp Algonquin Fun Day Saturday. Students of St. Rose Parish School show the more than 100 stuffed animals they collected for the children of Haiti. Students have sent prayers as well as stuffed animals to the Haitian children. Sixth graders visited each classroom prior to the collection to encourage their younger schoolmates and show maps of Haiti and the United States. �Page 4 — Thursday, February 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Michigan needs a real plan, now Education needs to start early To the editor: Gov. Granholm spent her entire state of the state address talking about jobs and economic development. Although these are important issues, she missed a golden opportunity to push a proven means to improving the state’s economy — maintaining our investment in school readiness efforts. The governor herself has said over and over again that if kids don’t get off to a great start in school, they’re less likely to become the kind of productive workers Michigan needs down the road. A new study by economists at Wilder Research showed that Michigan’s school readiness efforts saved the state $1.15 billion last year by lowering social costs (welfare, dropouts, prison, special education and so on). We’ll get similar savings each and every year – provided we don’t cut these valuable efforts. That is not to say that we should not direct attention at K-12 education. But, unless chil- dren enter kindergarten with the foundation to learn, the K-12 system ends up spending massive amounts of time and money to fix the situation. It’s like waiting until your teeth fall out before going to the dentist. If we direct proper attention and resources at ensuring kids enter school ready to excel, guess what? They will. The answer to school readiness and economic recovery is simple. It’s time voters demand lawmakers address the roots of better schools and economic development. View the Wilder Study at www.barrygreatstart.org and learn how you can be a part of Barry County’s efforts to help everyone understand why it’s important to continue to fund school readiness. Julie Guenther, Great Start Collaborative facilitator, Hastings People misuse recycling service To the editor: I am a firm believer in making use of everything and not wasting anything if there is still a use for it. Therefore, I pop all the poptops for my daughter’s family and myself, plus all the Campbell’s soup and Spartan UPC codes and Krafts tabs. We take these to Northeastern school. Also we recycle all our plastics, tin and aluminum cans and glass. The reason for this letter is to make the community aware of the mis-use of the recycle drop-off site at the incubator parking lot in Hastings. We went to drop our recyclable products, and the first bin had a sign that said “No plastics, clean glass, aluminum, tin cans.” It was full of overflowing with everything but these items – paper, cardboards, assorted trash of all kinds, even insulation. It is too bad people take advantage of this service. It would be nice if everyone used it as it was intended and put forth a little effort to keep it picked up. Phylis J. Anderson, Hastings Know Your Legislators: U.S. Senate Debbie Stabenow, Democrat, 702 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-4822. Carl Levin, Democrat, Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-6221. District office: 110 Michigan Ave., Federal Building, Room 134, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 456-2531. Rick Tormela, regional representative. U.S. Congress Vernon Ehlers, Republican, 3rd District (All of Barry County), 1714 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515-2203, phone (202) 225-3831, fax (202) 225-5144. District office: Room 166, Federal Building, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 451-8383. President’s comment line: 1-202-456-1111. Capitol Information line for Congress and the Senate: 1-202-224-3121. Michigan Legislature Gov. Jennifer Granholm, Democrat, P.O. Box 30013, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-3400. State Senator Patty Birkholz, Republican, 24th District (All of Barry County), Michigan State Senate, State Capitol, 805 Farnum Building, P.O. Box 3006, Lansing, Mich. 48909-7536. Call: (517) 373-3447. Fax: (517) 373-5849. e-mail: senpbirkholz@senate.michigan.gov State Representative Brian Calley, Republican, 87th District (All of Barry County), Michigan House of Representatives, 351 Capitol, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-0842. e-mail: briancalley@house.mi.gov Last Wednesday evening, Gov. Jennifer Granholm gave her final income tax rate, from 3.9 percent to 4.35 percent along with state of the state address to legislators, state officials and guests, adding a tax on gross business receipts of 22 percent. along with residents who watched the televised coverage. I was Now, less than a year later, the governor is putting together a honored to be in attendance as a guest of State Rep. Rick Jones, can- budget that experts say will be more than $1.5 billion short. That didate for senate from our district, hoping to replace Patty Birkholz means we must continue to look for cuts in state government or who is term-limited. raise taxes. From what I’m hearing, I don’t think many Michigan Prior to the governor’s message, most of the people with residents are in any mood for a tax increase of any kind. It’s time whom I had the opportunity to discuss what she might say said the governor and our state legislators get their funding under conthey felt it was imperative Granholm set a new tone of what she trol. The only way I can see it’s possible is to cut spending and expected to accomplish during her last months in office. Does she prepare us for a leaner Michigan by restructuring government, want her legacy to be that of a governor who stood by while, keeping costs within our expected revenue. Given the current according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the state main- economic conditions and the competitive disadvantage in which tained the highest unemployment rate in the nation for 46 months our state currently finds itself, we must get our house in order. in a row? Will the Granholm story be a report of more than This governor came to the office with a special ability to com573,000 jobs lost during her administration, with the peak unem- municate with people, yet her legislative talents have been weak ployment rate of 15.3 percent in September 2009? Or will she be at best. Her speech last week demonstrated her inability to grasp prepared to give Michigan residents a plan to stop the bleeding the seriousness of the situation. by offering some suggestions on Granholm was given a chance to reforming Michigan to conform with lead the way to a leaner, more competthe current economic conditions in itive Michigan. Instead, she was deterwhich we find ourselves? mined to take us on a tour of Michigan, “More than $300 million It only took a few minutes into her promoting some positive things hapcould be saved by offering speech, to see it would be a typical “rahpening around the state, which is laudrah” Granholm placing blame on able. But at the same time, she side45,000 retirement-eligible Republicans for their lack of support, stepped many of the hurdles we face in public employees an the inability of the legislature to the immediate future. opportunity to leave their increase taxes while sugar-coating What Michigan needs now, if it Michigan’s future, expecting us to expects to see any growth in the immepositions by Sept. 30 of believe she had a plan in place that will diate future, is a plan to overhaul state this year.” help the state in the coming years — government — setting aside gimmicks long after she’s gone. The governor and Band-Aids — where everything is admitted she didn’t have a “silver bulon the table and demanding no “sacred Gov. Jennifer Granholm let” but exclaimed the next governor cows.” “wouldn’t either.” Yet, the previous Special tax reductions for the film Friday, in a speech to the Lansing industry have proven that the state can Rotary Club, Granholm said “More than $300 million could be attract new business to Michigan. It’s time officials put together saved by offering 45,000 retirement-eligible public employees an tax incentives for any business willing to move or expand anyopportunity to leave their positions by Sept. 30 of this year.” where in the state. We shouldn’t get caught up in selecting speGetting retirement-eligible public employees and teachers to leave cific industries for the state’s future; we should welcome any and would help close a $1.6 billion deficit in her budget which she is all new business with a tax policy and business regulations that required to present to legislators by Feb. 11. She went on to say are competitive with our neighboring states. state employees have already made $650 million in concessions Michigan’s future depends on the governor and legislature during her administration, yet “we must ask them to do more.” having the courage to create a real plan of action to make The governor said she is concerned about asking public Michigan the best place to do business. employees to give a little more, yet she requested legislators to It’s easy to say, “Don’t worry; Granholm will be out of office redeem a transportation coupon worth 80 percent off if the state at the end of the year.” Sorry, that just doesn’t cut it; we don’t comes up with its 20 percent share of the federal stimulus money. have the time to give. We need our elected officials in Lansing to She also wants to restore funding of the Michigan Promise schol- set aside party politics for the benefit of the state and to start work arship program, expand “No Children Left Behind” by opening 10 on a plan to get Michigan on the grow again. learning labs in Detroit for technical training, along with asking This isn’t rocket science. If our state can get national recognithe Feds to fund Project Phoenix, an effort to refurbish abandoned tion on a special tax exemption for the film industry, think what auto factories in the state. She wants to focus economic funding could be done if we had an innovative tax to offer to other busion wind energy industry to increase Michigan’s competitive nesses and industries. Throughout the state, there are thousands advantage. All these and more are good ideas, but when she’s fac- of empty factories, countless empty office buildings and plenty of ing a $1.6 billion deficit, looking for new ideas to spend money eager workers ready to go to work — all we need now is the plan. doesn’t make a great deal of sense. Michigan’s communities should be looking for ways to attract Leaders on both sides seem to be in agreement that fundamen- business with special tax incentives, reduced rents and money for tal changes are necessary for Michigan’s government if we are to startups. Time is running out – we need jobs and we need them survive this recession. For several years now, the governor’s mes- now. sage has been all about “not collecting enough taxes.” While othWill state leaders just fumble through the coming months, ers in state government are in agreement that getting the cost of ignoring the real issues, or will they put their heads together to government in line is necessary if we’re going to weather the eco- come up with a plan to put Michigan back on top in the coming nomic storm, we also must take into account the loss of thou- months? Only time will tell. sands of jobs and address a growing outbound migration of Michigan residents. Last year, during the second shut down of Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. state government, legislators approved a huge tax hike in the state Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. Emphasize early education? Citing a recent study on early child development, State Superintendent Michael Flanagan announced in late January that pre-kindergarten programs need to be a priority in schools, even if that means larger, lecture-type classes in high schools. What do you think about this? The Hastings Banner Teresa Allen, Nashville: “Every child can benefit from early childhood education. It brings children up to a level playing field. However, when the state asks us to cut funding to mandated programs to fund programs they no longer fund, is that fair to our current students?” Russ Mawby, Hastings: “I think that 25 percent of all the paychecks in Lansing need to be put toward education; those people get paid too much. But, if you don’t get a good start, you won’t do well in high school and college.” Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Published by... Hastings Banner, Inc. A division of J-AD GRAPHICS INC. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 • Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs Stephen Jacobs President Vice President Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Helen Mudry Patricia Johns Brett Bremer Fran Faverman Sandra Ponsetto Bannon Backhus Amy Jo Kinyon Nikki Snyder, Grand Rapids: “I think we should think long-term and put our priorities on the little kids.” Gerald Hyatt, Hastings: “There’s always room for education. You need an education to get through life. If you grow up without an education, where would you be?” Andrea Botello, Lake Odessa: “I agree, the preschool kids need our attention. A solid early education is crucial for long-term accomplishments.” Betsy Parish, Vermontville: “I think that too much is put on children too young. That’s why we have ADD and psychological problems running rampant in youth, they’re not allowed to just be kids.” • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 11, 2010 — Page 5 City to move recycling site to landfill engine came to Michigan. The Ann Arbor office of Google drives the majority of that company’s revenue. Every egg used by McDonald’s east of the Mississippi River comes from Ionia County. Herbrucks Poultry Ranch is one of the most technically advanced agricultural operations in the country. IBM created 1,500 jobs in East Lansing. Our very own Michigan State University will be the site of a new $550 million Facility for Rare Isotope Beams. It will be the most advanced facility of its kind and will include 1,000 jobs. The mysteries of the cosmos will be unlocked here in Michigan. But it does not end with these high-profile investments. Did you know that Bradford White is the one remaining domestic producer of residential water heaters — and they are headquartered in Middleville? In Portland, a couple of ladies opened a cozy coffee shop with a clever name. Today, Cheeky Monkey’s is like an institution. In Nashville, a dairy farming family turned a milking operation into a tourist attraction and retail dairy outlet. My kids love going to MOO-ville. Things are tough these days, but Michiganders are tougher. You don’t have to look very hard to find good things happening here in Michigan. And as the old economy gives way to the new economy, eventually the gains will outpace the losses. No matter how you stack it, these next few years will be difficult. But this is just a glimpse of the future and what Michigan could look like. My list here is only limited by the size of this column. alternate between those maintained by Waste Management and those maintained by Les’s Sanitary Service and would be provided free to residents of the city during the landfill’s business hours, he said. The landfill is open Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Saturdays, from 7 a.m. to noon. For the relocation to properly take place, Mansfield explained that he would determine whether any legislative action was needed, such as changing the ordinance to comply with the council’s decision, and that he would begin work on a way to make the public aware of the relocation in advance. 07534422 “We’ve had some issues with that site,” he said. According to Mansfield, the East State Street location frequently is untidy and left with non-recyclable materials. Despite the containers being only for use by residents of the city, the service is frequently utilized by people living outside the area, he added. Mansfield explained that if the containers were located at the landfill, they would be able to be more closely monitored and better maintained. To ensure that both companies share the burden of making recycling opportunities available, the containers for recyclable materials available at the landfill would Are you looking to Build or Remodel? ¥ Check out our list of Licensed Builders or Subcontractors at: www.hbabarrycounty.com ® The Barry Community Hospice Needed Patient Care Hospice Volunteers Qualifications Desire to help; time to give; compassion and kindness. Benefits to you Be part of a special group of people; free training; learn about yourself and about living and dying. “My life is forever changed by the patients who have shared their lives and have journeyed a time with me.” Jim Mellen, Hastings 77528605 The highlight of Gov. Granholm’s state of the state speech for me was the listing of dozens of positive things that have or are happening in our state today. I was quite surprised to hear the sharp negative reaction about that particular section by many of my colleagues. Far be it for me to be the one to defend, but can’t we drop just a bit of the negativity? I understand the claim that her description of our state was incomplete and did not do justice to the struggles that citizens face today. But I also think that a simple acknowledgment of the investments being made by businesses here in Michigan can go a long way. I think the governor, perhaps unwittingly, stumbled on to something here. This state has had one of the worst decades in its history. It has led to a “glass-is-halfempty” mentality that perpetuates itself to some extent. But you do not have to look far to see some positive aspects of Michigan. What would happen if the people of Michigan collectively recognized and appreciated the entities that are taking a chance on us? What if we made a big deal about every single employer who hired someone new? What if we celebrated the impact that businesses, large and small, have made? I’m going to start with this column ... In the past several years, more than $1.2 billion has been invested in the “Medical Mile” in Grand Rapids, resulting in a worldclass center for life sciences and 4,000 goodpaying jobs. Ford Motor Company has decided to move an assembly plant from Mexico to Michigan. Have you driven a Ford lately? I have and I love it. The world’s best-known Internet search 77542890 It’s okay to be positive by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Hastings City Council Monday approved a request made on behalf of Waste Management to relocate the containers for recyclable material on East State Street in Hastings that it maintains, along with those similar containers at the location that are maintained by Les’s Sanitary Service, and move them to 1899 N. M-43 Highway, where a landfill owned by Waste Management is located. While a waste-collection company providing service to private residences located within the city currently is required by an ordinance to “establish, at no cost to its customers, a recycling drop-off station within one mile of the Michigan and State Street intersection in the City of Hastings,” Mansfield explained that the request was reasonable, because of problems had at the East State Street location. Contact: Volunteer Coordinator Bob Holderbaum 450 Meadow Run, Hastings — 800.681.4985 bob.holderbaum@lifespancares.org Your Total Home Care Solution Hastings Public Library weekly schedule meeting, 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16 — toddler story time on the stories of Mercer Mayer, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; teen advisory board meeting 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 17 — Tween Royal Readers read “Millions of Cats,” 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call Hastings Public Library at 269-9454263 for more information. To The Barr y Exp e m o FLEA Co MARKET OVER 60 VENDORS! Tools, Coin Collectors, Anything You Can Imagine! FREE ADMISSION February 13th • 10am - 4pm 77542965 Thursday, Feb. 11 — winter reading club continues; Movie Memories, Bette Davis in “The Letter,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12 — preschool story time about Valentine’s Day, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.; Project No Homework, 4 to 6 p.m., community room. Saturday, Feb. 13 — Anime Club, 1 to 3 p.m.; in-house concert featuring Annie and Rod Capps, 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15 — board of directors Barry Expo Center & Fairgrounds 1350 N. M-37 Hwy., Hastings www.barryexpocenter.com 77543015 �Page 6 — Thursday, February 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner ‘Strategies for Community Prosperity’ webinar planned A special webinar series began in January to help local leaders continue to serve their communities effectively. The series continues on the third Thursday of each month through May. In the Thursday, Feb. 18 webinar, “Entrepreneurial Coaching - From Crisis to Economic Growth,” Don Macke with the RURPI Center for Rural Entrepreneurship will present information on the center’s promising entrepreneurial coaching strategy. Macke will share information on the elements of the strategy, including the entrepreneur coach, area resource team, external resource network and entrepreneur talent targeting and portfolio development. The presentation also will provide information on case studies using this strategy and examples of economic development impacts. Every participant will receive the center’s Entrepreneur Coaching Guide. All webinars are held from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Kellogg Community College. Seating is limited, and openings are available. Anyone who would like to attend one of the remaining sessions should RSVP to the Barry Community Foundation at 269-945-0526 or info@barrycf.org. There is no charge to attend the sessions due to support from area groups including MSU Extension, the Barry Community Foundation, Barry County Economic Alliance and Chamber of Commerce, Barry County United Way, Leadership Barry County and Kellogg Community College. Future presentations are March 18, Plowing New Ground - Refreshed Leadership Development for Revitalized Economies; April 15, Energized Youth — Energized Communities; and May 20, People Count — Rebuilding Rural Communities with People Attraction Strategies. Worship Together… Area Obituaries Ernest Edward Lewis David L. Irwin Grace J. Miller PLEASANT LAKE, IN – Ernest Edward Lewis, age 45, of Pleasant Lake, Ind., passed away February 4, 2010 at his residence. He was born on May 25, 1964 in Springfield, Ill., the son of Earnest P. Lewis and Mary C. (Fitzgerald) Lewis. Ernie held a variety of occupations throughout his life. He recently was a home health aid and took pleasure in helping others. He also sang and played guitar for nursing homes in the area where he lived. His hobbies included playing guitar, singing, golf, fishing and football. Ernest was preceded in death by his parents, Earnest P. and Mary C. (Fitzgerald) Lewis. He is survived by his fiance' Lena Miser of Pleasant Lake, Ind.; brother, K. Michael (Valera) Lewis of McAllen, Tex.; sisters; Paula (Bryan) Allerding, Margaret (Terry Newton) Lewis, and Colleen (Tim) Acker, all of Hastings; many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions can be made to the Community Music School, 209 W. Green, Hastings, MI 49058. Visitation will be held Thursday, February 11 one hour prior to service time. Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 11, 2010 at noon at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Pastor Mike Kemper will be officiating the service. Arrangements are by Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbach funeral home.net) MIDDLEVILLE, MI - David L. Irwin, of Middleville, age 69, passed away February 8, 2010, surrounded by family. David was born in Hastings on February 8, 1941, the son of David and Betty (Munjoy) Irwin. He was a graduate of Thornapple-Kellogg High School, class of 1959. A veteran, David proudly served his country in the US Navy. As a machinery builder, David enjoyed tinkering, and was a jack of all trades, who would fix and repair everything for his family and friends. He loved hot rods, Harleys and women! He will be remembered for his love of his family, for being helpful and giving. David is survived by a daughter, Sandy (Rob) Grasso, of Camden; sons, David L. Irwin II, of Middleville, and Markus (Janice) Irwin of Hastings; a sister, JoAnne Garner of Middleville; his former wife, Juanita Johnson, of Hastings; grandchildren, Isaac, Cole, Trevor Grasso, and Ryan, Collin, and Aleea Irwin. David was preceded in death by his parents; his stepfather, Clarence Rosenberg, and a daughter, Katherine Irwin. His family will receive friends, Thursday, Feb. 11, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Beeler Funeral Home, in Middleville, where funeral services (please wear casual attire) will be conducted Friday, February 12, 2010, 11 a.m., Pastor Gerald Galloway, officiating. Burial will take place in Dowling Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to Renal Cell Research will be appreciated. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. HASTINGS, MI - Grace J. Miller, born Grace Anna Jones, near DeWitt, age 107, of Hastings, died Sunday, January 24, 2010. She was born January 29, 1902 in Eagle Township, the daughter of Clinton and Eva (Shirts) Jones. Grace was a graduate of Charlotte High School and attended Kalamazoo College. She taught elementary grades for 41years including seven years in Germany for the Department of the Army. She worked in a defense plant during World War II riveting B29 bomber wings. She is survived by her daughter, Ann McDonald of Elk Rapids; sons, John Miller of Floral, AR and Wellington Miller of Hastings; eight grandchildren; eight great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Claude E. Miller, of Sunfield in 1955 and daughter, Patricia Gearhart of Lansing in 1999. There will be no services as her body will be donated to Michigan State University. In memory of Grace, the family would ask friends to consider an anatomical donation. 77542869 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH The Transfiguration of our Lord February 14 - Worship 8:00 & 10:45. Sunday School 9:30; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. Ash Wednesday Feb. 17 - Worship 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269-945-2698. h t t p : / / w w w. d i s c o v e r- g r a c e . org. Rev. Mike Kemper. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 12 p.m. Annual Meeting Dinner, followed by Annual Meeting; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday 9 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 11:30 Women’s Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice; 6:30 p.m. NAPS Valentine’s Party. Saturday - 8:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast Series; 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice. Monday - Knit Wits; 6:30 p.m. Prayer Ministry Meeting. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 5:30 p.m. Ash Wednesday Worship Service. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Camden James, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 27, 2010 at 11:12 a.m. to Jacob Cary and Katie Bolthouse of Hastings. Weighing 9 lbs., 8 ozs. ***** Karrigan Leann, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 19, 2010 at 11:20 p.m. to Brett and Brooke Williams of Nashville. Weighing 5 lbs., 6 ozs., and 18-1/2 inches long. ***** Liam Harold, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 18, 2010 at 5:12 a.m. to Keischa Strimback of Nashville. Weighing 8 lbs., 11 ozs., and 26 inches long. ***** Kurestin VickiLynn, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 18, 2010 at 8:10 p.m. to Kristie and Sean Crandell of Vermontville. Weighing 8 lbs., 6 ozs., and 20 inches long ***** Alejandro Pedro, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 18, 2010 at 9:45 p.m. to Shelly and Tony Hernandez of Middleville. Weighing 7 lbs., 5 ozs., and 19 inches long. ***** Carly Ann, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 19, 2010 at 12:11 a.m. to Jack Williams and Trisha Sandborn of Portland. Weighing 8 lbs., 10 ozs., and 21 inches long. ***** Tyler Allen, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 24, 2010 at 2:33 p.m. to Andrea and Scott Swanson of Kentwood. Weighing 7 lbs., 6 ozs., and 20 inches long. ***** Novalee Danielle, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 23, 2010 at 8:26 a.m. to Pamela Draper and Jeremy Whitney of Vermontville. Weighing 8 lbs., 3 ozs., and 23 inches long. ***** Evyn Viola, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 25, 2010 at 7:55 a.m. to Andrea Jones and Bryan Kindel of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs., 7 ozs., and 20 inches long. ***** Evan Eugene, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 26, 2010 at 12:05 p.m. to Christy and Jason Stampfler of Delton. Weighing 7 lbs., 9 ozs., and 21 inches long. ***** Isaiah Michael, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 29, 2010 at 7:50 a.m. to Michael and Andrea Reiffer of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs., 3 ozs., and 19-1/2 inches long. ***** Elijah Robert, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 28, 2010 at 4:53 p.m. to Aaron and Heather Smith of Middleville. Weighing 6 lbs., 13 ozs., and 19 inches long. ***** Halee Marie, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 1, 2010 at 8 a.m. to Stephanie Miller and Phillip Seger of Nashville. Weighing 5 lbs., 15 ozs., and 19 inches long. ***** Kyle Steven, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 29, 2010 at 9:48 a.m. to Jennifer Kornoelje and Jamie Sibley of Hastings/Delton. Weighing 7 lbs., 13 ozs., and 20 inches long. ***** Brendon Ryan, born at Pennock Hospital on Jan. 31, 2010 at 9:16 p.m. to Kevin and Deidre Rabideau of Nashville. Weighing 7 lbs., 5 ozs., and 20-1/2 inches long. DELTON, MI - Pauline Dudley, of Delton, age 97, passed away February 5, 2010. Pauline was born October 1, 1912, in Sumner, TN, the daughter of John and Dollie (Graves) Mitchell. She enjoyed reading, working in her vegetable and flower gardens. Pauline was also engaged in many hours in the ministry of one of Jehovah's Witnesses. She is survived by a son, Kenneth H. (Dorothy) Dudley; grandchildren, John Dudley, Susan (Frank) Bowman II, Alan (Kathy) Handy, Jim (Ginny) Handy, Janet (Jim) Missad, and Peggy (Mike) Crider; a daughter-inlaw, Robin Dudley; several great, and great great grandchildren. Pauline was preceded in death by her husband Howard, whom she married on November 19, 1929; a grandson, Steven Dudley; a brother, Robert Mitchell and a sister, Ruby. Burial has taken place in East Hickory Corners Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the West Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses will be appreciated. Please visit www.williamsg o r e s funeral.com to sign Pauline's online guest book. Arrangements by Williams-Gores Funeral Home in Delton. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net 77528585 B OSLEY Newborn Babies Pauline Dudley �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 11, 2010 — Page 7 Hastings Exchange Club announces February Young Citizens Marriage Licenses Zachary Scot Davis, Battle Creek and Courtney Lynn Chapple, Battle Creek. Vincent Alan Schantz, Delton and Renee Michelle Brandon, Delton. Thomas Scott Varney, Hastings and Meghan Elizabeth McCann Kaminski, Hastings. Jess Allen Webb, Garden City and Angela Esther Swiatek, Hastings. COUNTY BOARD, continued from page 1 Named Young Citizens for February at Star Elementary School are Olivia Barrett (left) and Claire Harris, joined here by teacher Dawn Secord. St. Rose sixth graders Dylan Gleeson (left) and George Murphy, named their school’s Young Citizens for the month of February, are joined by teacher Amy Murphy. Mara Allan (left) and Maddie Hutchins are Northeastern’s Young Citizens for February. They are joined by teacher Don Schils. Hastings Middle School Young Citizens for February are (from left) Ethan Haywood, Terrick Smith, Jared Bailey, Caleb Sherwood and Erin Goggins. They are joined by Assistant Principal Mark Martin. by a 6-2 vote, with Joe Lyons and Jeff VanNortwick casting the dissenting votes. The amendment extends the boundaries of the preliminary initial urban services area (PIUSA) to include the site, at the intersection of M-43 and M-37 highways, of a proposed hospital which will be owned and operated by Pennock Health Services. • Heard from Mark Hewitt of Miller Real Estate during the public comment portion of the meeting. Hewitt said that the Time of Sale or Transfer (TOST) ordinance was causing difficulty for all but three local real estate agents. He said that while “there is a place for it,” the way the ordinance was being interpreted and applied was causing difficulty because of the many foreclosures in the area, plus sellers often don’t have the money to make the necessary repairs. After recommendation by the county health department and adoption by the county board, TOST was initiated in November 2007 to regulate home septic systems. The regulation requires homeowners to have their well and septic systems inspected and approved before the sale of transfer of property. Commissioner Robert Houtman encouraged Hewitt and other concerned real estate agents to attend the next meeting of the Barry-Eaton District Health Department to be held in Barry County, which will be Thursday, March 25. • Approved a proposal to allow Governmental Business Services to provide election services for the county throughout 2010. • Approved an application from LaVerne and Mildred Lettinga to let them partake in the Michigan Department of Farmland and Open Space Program. • Adopted a resolution requesting the legislative and judicial branches of the State of Michigan take steps toward better support of the Headlee Amendment. The Barry County Board of Commissioners will meet as a committee of the whole Tuesday, Feb. 16, at 4 p.m. CONSOLIDATED REPORT OF CONDITION HASTINGS CITY BANK December 31, 2009 -AssetsDollar Amount Cash & Balances due from depository institutions Non-Interest-bearing balances and currency & coin Interest Bearing Balances Securities Federal Funds Sold Loans and lease financing receivables Loans and Leases LESS: Allowance for Loan Losses Loans and leases net of Allowance Premises and fixed assets (including capitalized leases) Other real estate owned Investments in unconsolidated subsidiaries and associated companies Other assets TOTAL ASSETS 22,975,206 5,943,000 44,196,057 0 148,825,275 2,830,000 145,995,275 8,015,683 172,000 28,000 11,226,682 $ 238,551,903 -Liabilities- Central Elementary School’s Young Citizens for February are Elizabeth Heide (left) and Camille VanDien, with teacher Steve Laubaugh. Domestic Deposits: Non-interest bearing Interest bearing Federal Funds Purchased Other borrowed money Other liabilities TOTAL LIABILITIES 197,617,460 30,927,052 166,690,408 0 15,884,876 1,956,422 215,458,758 -Equity Capital- Common Stock Surplus Undivided profits and capital reserves Unallocated ESOP Shares Net unrealized gains (losses) TOTAL EQUITY CAPITAL TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY CAPITAL 1,353,600 10,878,000 10,379,855 -41,998 523,688 23,093,145 $ 238,551,903 I, Joan M. Heffelbower, Sr. Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the above named bank, do hereby declare that this Report of Condition is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. Joan M. Heffelbower We, the undersigned directors, attest the correctness of this statement of resources and liabilities. We declare it has been examined by us, and to the best of our knowledge and belief has been prepared in conformance with the instructions and is true and correct. Directors: Barbara L Hunt Matthew Garber Hastings City Bank - Trust Department $ 101,146,123 Total assets managed by Hastings City Bank Trust Department as of December 31, 2009 : Madison Andrews (left) and Hannah DeZwaan, pictured here with teacher Dan Benningfield, are the Young Citizens for February at Southeastern Elementary School. I, Randoulph L. Teegardin, Sr. Vice President of the above named bank, do hereby declare that this report of managed assets is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. Randoulph L. Teegardin �Page 8 — Thursday, February 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa The Lake Odessa Area Historical Society meets tonight at 7 p.m. at the Freight House. President John Waite will bring the program on Lake Odessa oddities and unusual happenings. Discussions are sure to follow his tales. There will be reports of recent events such as the chili supper on Friday last. The Ionia County Genealogy Society will meet Saturday, Feb. 13, at 1 p.m. at the Freight House. Visitors and guests are always welcome. The speakers are coming from the West Michigan Genealogy Society. Their topic will be ‘Taking the “eek” out of “geek.” The library will be open until 5 p.m. This day marks another strawberry shortcake event with donations expected. This replaces the usual cookies and cheese repast served by volunteers most months. The Tri-River Museum Group will meet Tuesday, Feb. 16, at the Bowne Township Hall on Alden Nash Avenue. Plans are well underway for the spring tour in early May. Members of MARSP have received their notices of the first winter meeting Thursday, Feb. 18, at the Ionia High School with lunch served by the Class Act group. ADROUNIE, cont. from page 2 award, he told the Banner. “I’m really surprised I’m still getting awards,” he told a reporter. “It sure surprised me. For about half a minute I was speechless, which is unusual for me,” he said with laughter. Adrounie is survived by his wife, Agnes, two sons and other relatives. Struck by the plight of children of Haiti, young students Raini Osborne and her brother Josh solicited their neighbor and friends for empty pop cans, collected the deposit, accepted contributions from those who had no cans to contribute and gathered a total of $225, which they sent to the group Doctors Without Borders. They did a similar drive for hurricane victims in an earlier year. They are children of Brian and Marlene Harkey, greatgrandchildren of Betty McMillen. If they can accomplish this while in middle school, just wait until they are in high school or beyond. The Woodland firemen’s annual pancake breakfast had a larger than usual crowd Sunday. From breakfast time until 1 p.m. they served biscuits, gravy, scrambled eggs, along with pancakes and syrup. The chili supper at the depot complex First Friday was well attended. There were four varieties of chili, assorted breads including onion, jalapeno and corn bread, plus cakes and cookies. The second memorial service for John Kenyon of Illinois was held Saturday at the Outreach Christian Church on Jordan Lake Highway. An earlier service was held midweek in Addison, Ill., where he had lived for several years. The church was filled with Portland neighbors, many relatives of the Curtis and Kenyon families as well as his classmates from Portland High School and his earlier schooling at the Travis rural school in Sebewa Township. Rev. Fred Lob led the service which includes memories from several family members and friends. His son Bradley was one of the speakers. Next Monday will be observed as President’s Day. Check to see what is open. The post office will be closed. Reports on the weekend were that Donna (Roush) Ferrill was the victim of a snowmobile accident Friday which took her life. She was the longtime nurse for Dr. Lee Stuart in his practice well before 1988. • NOTICE • Delton Kellogg Schools is accepting the following bids for the 2008-2010 building trades house: sewer system installation, well, and cabinets. Bids must be received by 2:30 p.m. on Friday, February 26, 2010. Send to Paul Blacken, Assistant Superintendent, Delton Kellogg Schools, 327 N. Grove Street, Delton, MI 49046; or contact by phone at 269-6232327 for more information. Detailed information is available on the school website: www.dkschools.org 77543003 The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held February 9, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77542830 NOTICE Fishing, whether from a boat or through the ice, has been a source of relaxation and excitement for decades in Barry County. Some outings are simply quiet escapes, while others produce stories and trophies that linger for years. Here are a couple of noteworthy winter fish catches from the 1940s and 1950s. ***** Hastings Banner, March 20, 1947 Bulling’s Muskie was 12-15 years old, experts say Rolfe Bulling’s 51-pound muskellunge, which he speared in Thornapple Lake waters Feb. 27, was between 12 and 15 years old, Bob Fortney, local fish expert, stated after Complete specifications are available at City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Sealed bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer at the above address until 2:00 PM on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularity in any bid, and to award the bid in a manner it believes to be in its own best interest, price and other factors considered. All bids shall be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package “Sealed Bid - Fire Department SCBA”. Roger Caris, Fire Chief 77542986 RECORD BREAKER - Rolfe Bulling and his 51-pound muskellunge, which caused more excitement in Hastings last week than a Democratic victory, are pictured above in a pose the local expert assumed many times last Thursday and Friday after he pulled the fisherman’s dream from the water of Thornapple Lake. He landed the fish Thursday after a 25-minute battle which practically shook his shanty. The huge “mashkinoje,” which is Ojibway for “great pike,” measured 53 inches long and 25 inches around. Found in his stomach was an 18-inch sucker. As far as it has been determined, it is the biggest muskellunge to be taken in Michigan inland waters. There is a record of Percy Haver of Detroit landing a 62 1/2 pounder from Lake St. Clair in 1940 on hook and line. Bulling uses a self-whittled 12-inch minnow for a lure. His wife, [Crystal] accompanied him on the memorable trip. The muskie is the ninth big one for Rolfe. He speared two in 1941, weighing 37 and 42 pounds each. The scales of the fish are being forwarded by Bob Fortney, local fish expert, to the University of Michigan where the age of the “monster” will be determined. The muskie was excellent “eating,” according to Rolfe and many friends, with fine “meat” such as is found in trout. To My Valentine THE LEGEND OF SAINT VALENTINE… REQUEST FOR BID CITY OF HASTINGS A. Twenty-Two (22) complete HP SCBA units - 45 minutes with face piece and extra bottle. B. Thirty (30) voice amplifiers for SCBA. C. Two (2) air-line units. receiving the report from the Fisheries Institute at Ann Arbor. The Ann Arbor institute reported that it was almost impossible to tell the exact age of the fish, but they could determine its approximate Woodland Township Police Department shall enforce all Michigan Compiled Laws in the matter of parking, due to safety concerns. Enforcement shall begin on March 1, 2010. Chief Randy B. Yates, Woodland Township Police Department 06706860 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus The City of Hastings is accepting sealed bids for the following Personal Protective Equipment for the Hastings Fire Department: with Esther Walton Woodland Township Residents Notice of Parking Enforcement REQUEST FOR BIDS CITY OF HASTINGS A look down memory lane... BIGGEST YET - Barry County’s Abstractor Gordon Southard, who is also the youngest member of the Hastings City Council, speared this lunker in “abstract lake,” Sunday afternoon. The great northern pike tipped the scales at 21 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 44 1/4 inches long. The first, believed by Conservation experts to be about 15 years old, took 10 minutes to land. Gordon said the lunker is practically the first fish he’s speared. He said he got the giant in a private lake – and wouldn’t reveal which one. It is the biggest fish reported taken in Barry this year. Photo by Barth. age. Fortney sent the scales of the fish to the institute. The giant muskie, which Bulling landed after a 25-minute battle, is still causing considerable discussion in the state’s press – and many local nimrods are saving photos of the fish to prove to themselves (and future visitors to Thornapple waters) that there really are fish in Barry County. ***** Banner, Feb. 24, 1949 - Hauls in Dandy Ray Waters Saturday afternoon caught a seven-pound pickerel on Leach Lake. Fishing with Duane Bauer, an eight-in bluegill bit on the hook first. Then the big one grabbed the bluegill and hung on. Township of Prairieville is currently accepting bids Bauer helped Waters enlarge the hole in the for cleaning the Township Hall. Those interested ice to bring him in. please inquire at the Prairieville Township Hall, Waters was using a two-pound test leader. 10115 S. Norris, Delton, MI 49046, Contact Jill ***** Owens, Township Clerk (269) 623-2664. Deadline Thornapple Lake continues to be a source for large muskies. In fact, the state record for the 2/22/2010 77543019 largest northern muskellenge is from that very lake. Since 2000, John Geml has held the record for Michigan biggest northern muskie of 49 pounds, 12 ounces and measuring 51 inches long, caught in Thornapple Lake. Although Bulling’s muskie was larger than previous record-holders, it was not recorded This posting is to notify the residents of the Township of in the state record books. Woodland, including the Village of Woodland, that the Barry Country Central Dispatch is soliciting Proposals for a new simulcast radio dispatch and paging system. An RFP may be obtained by contacting Phyllis Fuller at Barry County Central Dispatch, 269-948-4825 ext. 1, or fullerp@barry911.org. Proposals are due by 3 p.m. on February 17, 2010. 77540795 From TIME to TIME BIDS REQUESTED FOR CLEANING TOWNSHIP HALL NOTICE The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Mental Health Authority to represent the areas of General Public or Family Members of Recipients. Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd Floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings, MI 49058; (269) 945-1284. Applications must be returned no later than 5:00 pm on February 16, 2010. Local big fish stories still enjoyed 77542836 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Hastings Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, March 1, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Planning Commission to hear comments and make a determination to amend Chapter 90, Article 9, Division 4 of the City of Hastings Code of Ordinances, by adding Section 90-862 regarding the regulation of temporary fencing used for snow and animal control. Written comments will be received on the above request at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk 77542981 The story of Valentine’s Day begins in the third century with an oppressive Roman emperor and humble Christian martyr. The emperor was Claudius II. The Christian was Valentinus. Claudius had ordered all Romans to worship twelve gods, and he had made it a crime punishable by death to associate with Christians. But Valentinus was dedicated to the ideals of Christ, and not even the threat of death could keep him from practicing his beliefs. He was arrested and imprisoned. During the last weeks of Valentinus’ life, a remarkable thing happened. Seeing that he was a man of learning, the jailer asked whether his daughter, Julia, might be brought to Valentinus for lessons. She had been blind since birth. Julia was a pretty young girl with a quick mind. Valentinus read stories of Rome’s history to her. He described the world of nature to her. He taught her arithmetic, and told her about God. She saw the world through his eyes, trusted in his wisdom, and found comfort in his quiet strength. “Valentinus, does God really hear our prayers?” Julia said one day. “Yes, my child, He hears each one,” he replied. “Do you know what I pray for every morning and every night? I pray that I might see. I want so much to see everything you’ve told me about!” “God does what is best for us if we will only believe in Him,” Valentinus said. “Oh, Valentinus, I do believe,” Julia said intensely. “I do.” She knelt and grasped his hand. They sat quietly together, each praying. Suddenly there as a brilliant light in the prison cell. Radiant, Julia screamed, “Valentinus, I can see! I can see!” “Praise be to God!” Valentinus exclaimed, and he knelt in prayer. On the eve of his death, Valentinus wrote a last note to Julia, urging her to stay close to God, and he signed it “From Your Valentine.” His sentence was carried out the next day, February 14, 270 A.D., near a gate that was later named Porta Valentini in his memory. He was buried at what is now the Church of Praxedes in Rome. It is said that Julia herself planted a pinkblossomed almond tree near his grave. Today, the almond tree remains a symbol of abiding love and friendship. On each February 14, St. Valentine’s Day, messages of affection, love and devotion are exchanged around the world. 77542884 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 11, 2010 — Page 9 Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES Financial gifts for your valentine Fighting frozen toes by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters This winter opened with bitter cold for much of the nation – including parts of the country not used to snow and ice. Here in the northern-tier states we are, at least, equipped to respond to winter storms, but they always pose a challenge. At a very human level, cold temperatures often show up first as the experience of cold hands and cold feet. Even with good socks and sturdy boots, when I’m outside there are temperatures below which I cannot keep my toes warm (this is more notable the older I get, a trend I don’t appreciate). There are two basic ways to combat freezing toes – and both depend on the chemical miracle of how oxygen (my favorite element) interacts with so much of the world around us. The first approach to warming up, of course, is simply to build a fire. Fire, from a chemist’s point of view, is a rapid chemical reaction of oxygen with carbon-rich materials. Where I walk my dog on cold Sunday afternoons in the winter, along the seemingly endless Snake River, fishermen pursuing salmon and steelhead use driftwood to build fires. With plenty of fuel available, the fires can be big. If I stop and talk a bit with the fishermen, I can sidle up to the fires – and warm myself at least a small bit. But the cost of that warmth – and let me emphasize this for the urban reader – is smelling like the stench of a fishy bonfire for the rest of the day. It’s not a small matter, at least not for us girls. Enter the miracle of the modern toe and finger warmer based on a more controlled chemical reaction between oxygen and iron – with iron functioning like the carbon in wood fires. “Toe warmers” are small, thin devices that have adhesive on the back. You open the sealed package, stick a pair on your socks above or below your toes, put on your boots, and soak up the blessings of a trickle of heat on your 10 little piggies all day long. How can toe warmers possibly work? First, it’s important to note the bags they come in are fully airtight. When you take them out, they are exposed to oxygen – because the air around us is 20 percent oxygen. The active ingredient in the toe warmers is iron. It’s not a chunk of iron, obviously, but a fine powder of iron filings, spread out in the toe warmer. The finely divided iron means it’s more likely to chemically react and interact with molecules around it – not just sit there in unchanging stubbornness like some middle-aged geologists. Iron reacts with oxygen in a similar way as carbon, going through the process of oxidation. Iron plus oxygen creates iron oxide, also known as rust, also known as the main material on the underside of my 1987 pickup. When iron and oxygen create rust, heat is released. That’s the fundamental key to the toe warmers. A variety of other hand-warming devices run on different principles and can fit in your mittens. But the little pouches of iron-filings are my personal favorite because they are so thin they fit in my boots below my toes. In my boots, my toe warmer is a small pad that’s about 100 degrees F or a little warmer (according to my measurements). That’s blessedly cozy for my toes on a cold afternoon. The iron-filing toe-warmers are one-use-only. That’s a shame, but that’s the way it is because there’s no chemically easy way to pull the oxygen atoms off the iron once the two have combined. So you toss out the toe-warmers when their heat dies down to nil. But, on the bright side, you and your clothes don’t smell like a fishy fire for the rest of the day. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Sciences at Washington State University. Fire Department Building Roof Maintenance The City of Hastings is accepting sealed bids for the installation of fibered roof coating on the upper and lower roof system of the Hastings Fire Department building located at 110 East Mill Street, Hastings. Complete specifications are available at City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Sealed bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer at the above address until 2:00 PM on Thursday, February 25, 2010 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularity in any bid, and to award the bid in a manner it believes to be in its own best interest, price and other factors considered. All bids shall be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package “Sealed Bid - Fire Department Building Roof Maintenance”. Roger Caris, Fire Chief 77542990 CITY OF HASTINGS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Hastings Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, March 1, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Planning Commission to hear comments and make a determination to amend Chapter 90, Article 11 of the City of Hastings Code of Ordinances, by adding Section 90-967 (10) regarding the regulation of off-premise directional signs for hospitals and schools. tax.) • Help fund an IRA. If your valentine has an IRA, he or she has chosen a good vehicle in which to save for retirement. A traditional IRA’s earnings grow tax deferred, while a Roth IRA’s earnings can grow tax free. (However, distributions from a Roth IRA may be subject to taxes and a 10 percent penalty if the account is less than five years old and the account holder is under age 591⁄2.) While you can’t make a direct contribution to someone else’s IRA, you can write a check for that purpose. And it will likely be appreciated, because many people have trouble fully funding their IRAs each year. (In 2010, the IRA contribution limit is $5,000, or $6,000 if the IRA owner is over age 50, although these limits may be increased if they’re indexed for inflation.) • Make a charitable gift in your valentine’s name. Charitable organizations need financial assistance more than ever. Consider making a gift to a charity that’s important to your valentine. You’ll be supporting a worthy cause, and as an added bonus, you may receive a tax deduction yourself. • Issue a “Get Out of Debt” card. You probably can’t take all your valentine’s debts, but you may want to give a card stating you’ll handle one car payment or a monthly credit card bill. The lower your valentine’s debt load, the more he or she can invest for the future. By taking any of these steps, you can help make Valentine’s Day even more meaningful for your loved one — and your gift will be remembered long after the holiday is over. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 19.46 -.47 AT&T 25.26 -.43 CMS Energy Corp 14.65 -.86 Coca-Cola Co 54.01 -1.04 Dow Chemical Co 27.79 +.22 Exxon Mobil 65.20 -1.76 Family Dollar Stores 31.60 +.30 First Financial Bancorp 16.37 -.20 Flowserve CP 92.81 -3.43 Ford Motor Co 11.15 -.24 Intl Bus Machine 123.21 -2.32 JCPenney Co 24.75 -1.05 Johnson & Johnson 62.76 -1.23 Kellogg Co 52.49 -2.87 McDonald’s Corp 63.57 -.46 Pfizer Inc 17.88 -1.36 Sears Holding 90.40 -3.90 Spartan Motors 5.98 -.12 TCF Financial 13.86 -.62 Walmart Stores 53.25 -.24 Gold $1072.00 -46.20 Silver $15.43 -1.31 Dow Jones Average 10,058.64 -238.21 Volume on NYSE 1.2B Unchanged Hastings Twp. keeps income guidelines for poverty exemption by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At Tuesday’s meeting of the Hastings Charter Township Board, the board voted to adopt guidelines that would determine the income levels township property owners must meet to be eligible for reduction in property taxes. Representatives of municipalities such as Hastings Charter Township are required annually to adopt such guidelines that function within framework established by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The income guidelines for property tax exemptions established by the federal departments for 2010 are identical to those established for last year. In order for families of one, two, three, four, five, six, seven and eight to qualify for such exemptions this year, they may not have respective household incomes CITY OF HASTINGS CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, so you’d better get going with the flowers and chocolates for your sweetie. But this year, why not go beyond the traditional gifts and give a present that can make a difference in your loved one’s life for years to come? Specifically, why not give a financial gift? Of course, you could always put some cash or a check in a card, but with a little creativity, you can make a financial gift that has a longer-lasting and more profound impact. Here are a few suggestions: • Give stocks. You will almost certainly surprise someone by giving a gift of stock, perhaps representing a company that makes products or services favored by the recipient. If you’re giving shares of stock that you own, you can give up to a value of $13,000 per year without incurring gift taxes. Since the recipient will be liable for income taxes if he or she eventually sells the stock for a gain, you will need to provide the recipient with the stock’s “cost basis” — the amount you paid for the stock. • Give bonds. Some people may not think of bonds as particularly exciting investments, but they have much to offer — including regular interest payments. Furthermore, if you give a municipal bond, you may also be supporting a local infrastructure project, such as the construction or improvement of a hospital or school, that can benefit the community in which your valentine lives. And the interest payments on a tax-free “muni” are exempt from federal taxes and may also be exempt from state and local taxes. (Municipal bonds may be subject to the alternative minimum NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING greater than $10,800; $14,600; $18,300; $22,100; $25,800; $29,500; $33,300; or $37,000. If property owners meet these income guidelines, they may be granted a reduction in property taxes by their local municipality. According to Jim Brown, supervisor of the HASTINGS CHARTER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE The Hastings Charter Township Board of Review for 2010 will be held at the Township Hall at 885 River Road, Hastings, MI 49058 on the following dates: Tuesday, March 2 Tuesday, March 9 Wednesday, March 10 Written comments will be received on the above request at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk CLASS Agricultural Commercial Industrial Residential Personal Developmental REQUEST FOR BIDS Building Demolition, Removal and Site Restoration The City of Hastings is accepting sealed bids from qualified contractors for the demolition, removal, and site restoration for one (1) single-family residence located at 1201 North Broadway, Hastings, Michigan. Specifications are available at City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Sealed bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer at the above address until 9:00 AM on Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. 1:00pm 9-12pm & 1-4pm 1-4pm & 6-9pm RATIO 54.01% 47.29% 50.00% 54.38% 50% None in class MULTIPLIER 0.9258 1.0573 .9806 .9195 Jim Brown, Supervisor Hastings Charter Township Ph. 269-948-9690 Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the township clerk at least seven (7) days in advance of the hearing. This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act) MCLA41.72a(2)(3) and with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). 77543009 PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY 77542979 CITY OF HASTINGS Organizational Meeting Appeal Hearing Appeal Hearing The Board of Review will meet as many more days as deemed necessary to hear questions, protests, and to equalize the 2010 assessments. Written protests may be sent to the above address by Tuesday, March 9, 2010. The tentative ratios and the estimated multipliers for each class of real property and personal property for 2010 are as follows: Notice is hereby given that the Hastings Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, March 1, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Planning Commission to hear comments and make a determination to amend Chapter 90, Article 9, Division 3 of the City of Hastings Code of Ordinances, by adding Section 90-833 regarding the regulation of private communication antennas. township, several residents applied through the board last year for reductions to their property taxes, but all of their household incomes were too high to qualify. “They were still way above it,” said Brown. NOTICE OF BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING The Prairieville Township Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed township budget for the fiscal year 2010-2011 on February 18, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. at the Prairieville Township Hall, 10115 S. Norris Road, Delton Michigan. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. A copy of the proposed budget is available for public inspection at the Prairieville Township Hall. Written comments will be received on the above request at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularity in any bid, and to award the bid in a manner it believes to be in its own best interest, price and other factors considered. The Prairieville Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon six (6) days notice to the Prairieville Township Board. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Prairieville Township Board by writing or calling the following: The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk Contractors will be required to provide proof of insurance in the amounts included in the bid package. All bids shall be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package “Sealed Bid Building Demolition, Removal and Site Restoration”. Tim Girrbach Director or Public Services 77542988 Jill Owens, Clerk Prairieville Township Hall 10115 South Norris Road Delton, MI 49046 (269) 623-2726 77542983 77542945 �Page 10 — Thursday, February 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of: Wesley Allen Coffey, Deceased. Date of Birth: 5-31-1964. NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Wesley Allen Coffey, who lived at 1655 W. State Rd., Hastings, MI 49058, died on December 4, 2009. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Lenore Litwin, Personal Representative of the Estate of Wesley Allen Coffey, within four (4) months after the date of the date of publication of this notice. Dated: February 3, 2010 Lenore Litwin Personal Representative of the Estate of Wesley Allen Coffey 713 Spring Rd. Elmhurst, IL 60126 Thomas T. Huff, Esq. 336 S. Burdick St. Kalamazoo, MI 49007 269/226-6336 77542927 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Leslie Antcliffe, A Married Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 8, 2006, and recorded on March 8, 2006 in instrument 1161057, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-One Thousand Five Hundred Ninety-Nine And 24/100 Dollars ($191,599.24), including interest at 4% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2, Boulder Creek Estates, according to the Recorded plat thereof in Liber 6 of Plats, on Page 23 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #302478F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Trust In the Matter of Douglas F. Bettis Trust u/t/a dated April 26, 2006. Date of Birth: September 19, 1922. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Douglas F. Bettis, who lived at 6591 N. M-37 Highway, Middleville, Michigan died December 26, 2009 leaving the above Trust entitled “Douglas F. Bettis Trust” in full force and effect. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the decedent or against the Trust will be forever barred unless presented to William D. Bettis within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: February 8, 2010 Stephanie S. Fekkes P43549 150 W. Court Street Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-1921 William D. Bettis 15387 Wood Road Lansing, MI 48906 77542967 (517) 482-4607 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Rodney Innes and Barbara J. Innes, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 877 Vedder Rd, Freeport, MI 493259785. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 8, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 8, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542951 File # 309277F01 77542783 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Corrina L. Wasnich 2287 Bachman Road Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800-9680738. Dated: February 11, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 617.3253 ASAP# 77542960 3443303 02/11/2010 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Paul Harney and Shannon D. Harney 11311 Fairlake Drive Delton, MI 49046 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: February 11, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 200.5640 77542958 ASAP# 3443329 02/11/2010 BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN February 11, 2010 Given under Public Act 165 of the Public Acts of Michigan, 1971 EQUALIZATION RATIOS AND MULTIPLIERS BY CLASSIFICATION Assessment Jurisdiction TOWNSHIP Agricultural Commercial Industrial Residential Timber/Cutover Ratio Mult Ratio Mult Ratio Mult Ratio Mult Assyria Baltimore Barry Carlton Castleton Hastings Hope Irving Johnstown Maple Grove Orangeville Prairieville Rutland Thornapple Woodland Yankee Springs 51.04% 52.80% 48.74% 48.76% 53.48% 54.01% 52.71% 53.80% 48.91% 53.34% 58.64% 49.19% 51.33% 53.39% 49.96% 53.86% 0.9796 0.9470 1.0259 1.0254 0.9349 0.9258 0.9486 0.9294 1.0223 0.9374 0.8527 1.0165 0.9741 0.9365 1.0008 0.9283 51.28% 49.18% 49.49% 50.87% 51.37% 47.29% 50.95% 55.41% 49.00% 45.17% 50.44% 57.59% 56.79% 50.48% 52.20% 49.78% 0.9750 1.0167 1.0103 0.9829 0.9733 1.0573 0.9814 0.9024 1.0204 1.1069 0.9913 0.8682 0.8804 0.9905 0.9579 1.0044 49.99% 63.88% 51.31% 51.21% 49.12% 50.99% 52.41% 51.10% 40.20% 56.96% 59.16% 55.84% 50.43% 53.73% 52.39% 49.19% 1.0002 0.7827 0.9745 0.9764 1.0179 0.9806 0.9540 0.9785 1.2438 0.8778 0.8452 0.8954 0.9915 0.9306 0.9544 1.0165 50.94% 56.31% 52.62% 55.84% 51.70% 54.38% 53.52% 51.15% 52.85% 51.22% 53.07% 49.28% 52.13% 53.78% 61.52% 52.80% 0.9815 0.8879 0.9502 0.8954 0.9671 0.9195 0.9342 0.9234 0.9461 0.9762 0.9422 1.0146 0.9591 0.9297 0.8127 0.9470 Ratio Mult N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C City of Hastings N/C 55.78% 0.8964 48.03% 1.0410 54.04% 0.9252 N/C Development Ratio Mult Personal Ratio N/C 50.00% N/C 50.00% N/C 50.00% N/C 50.00% N/C 50.00$ N/C 50.00% N/C 50.00% 49.17% 1.0169 50.00% N/C 50.00% N/C 50.00% N/C 50.00% N/C 50.00% N/C 50.00% 49.21% 1.0161 50.00% N/C 50.00% 50.61% 0.9879 50.00% N./C 50.00% Mult 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 1.0000 Pursuant to Section 211.34A of the Michigan General Property Tax Law, the following statement is published showing equalization ratios and multipliers necessary to compute individual state equalized valuation for real and personal property for 2009 assessments. Karen J. Scarbrough, Equalization Director 77542887 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Rye H Eggerstedt, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 10424 S M-66 Hwy, Nashville, MI 49073-8500. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 5, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 5, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542857 File # 308789F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Lisa Palmitier and Dale Palmitier, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 2076 Fawn Ave, Middleville, MI 493338636. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 5, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 5, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542854 File # 308610F01 PURSUANT TO 15 USC 1692 YOU ARE HEREBY INFORMED THAT THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION THAT YOU PROVIDE MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the condition of a mortgage made by Mark L. Claypool and Maeleah M. Claypool Husband and Wife to MERS, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc by a mortgage dated August 11, 2006 and recorded on August 24, 2006 in instrument No. 1169060 Barry County Records Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Three and 45/100 Dollars ($249,993.45) including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings; Michigan at 1:00 pm on February 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in the Township of Irving, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Southwest corner of the East 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 Section 20, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North, 600 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 20; thence East 580 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 20; thence South, 400 feet; thence West 330 feet; thence South 200 feet to said South section line; thence West along section line, 250 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Southernmost 33 feet for Barnum Road and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 1 year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 19, 2010 Michael M. Grand, Esq. GRAND & GRAND PLLC 31731 Northwestern Hwy., #151 Farmington Hills, Ml 48334 (248) 538-3737 76055 ASAP# 3417692 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010, 02/11/2010, 02/18/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gerrin L. Gonsalves and Sonya Gonsalves, married, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 19, 2007, and recorded on December 6, 2007 in instrument 20071206-0004921, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Three And 33/100 Dollars ($106,983.33), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots No. 1 and 2, Block 35, Eastern Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, excepting therefrom the North 74 feet The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542844 File #286360F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rita Kay Ferguson and William Mitchell Ferguson aka Will Mitchell Ferguson, wife and husband, to Long Beach Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated April 21, 2003 and recorded May 5, 2003 in Instrument Number 1103504, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 20034 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-One and 89/100 Dollars ($116,921.89) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 610 feet East of Northwest corner, Northeast one-quarter, Northeast one-quarter Section 29, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, thence South 800.97 feet for Point of Beginning; thence South 454 feet; thence East 600 feet; thence North 454 feet; thence West 600 feet to Point of Beginning. Including an easement 66 feet wide to commencing at a point 610 feet East of Northwest corner Northeast one-quarter Northeast one-quarter Section 29, thence South 800.97 feet; thence East 66 feet; thence North 800.97 feet; thence West 66 feet to Point of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 362.7195 ASAP# 3433425 02/04/2010, 02/11/2010, 02/18/2010, 02/25/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven Paul Seilheimer, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 28, 2007, and recorded on September 7, 2007 in instrument 20070907-0001768, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand Eight Hundred Nineteen And 52/100 Dollars ($124,819.52), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, and being more particularly described as commencing at the West 1/4 post of said Section 33; thence East 440 feet for point of beginning, thence continuing East 220 feet, thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes East, 264 feet, thence West 220 feet, thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes West 264 feet of point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542912 File #302908F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jolena M Fitzsimmons, a married person and Patrick O Fitzsimmons, a married, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 24, 2002, and recorded on May 28, 2002 in instrument 1081142, and modified by agreement dated October 20, 2008, and recorded on December 9, 2008 in instrument 20081209-0011674, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Eight And 67/100 Dollars ($108,448.67), including interest at 5.69% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 29, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan, thence 680 feet for a place of beginning; thence East 216 feet; thence North 200 feet; thence West 216 feet; thence South 200 feet to the Place of Beginning. Subject to the Highway right-of-way for Dowling Road The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542778 File #055934F04 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on April 12, 2002, by Jerry N. DePew, a single man, as Mortgagor, to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on April 18, 2009 in Document No. 1078516, as modified by a Modification Agreement recorded in Document No. 20090116-0000469 and a Mortgage executed January 29, 2004 and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on January 30, 2004 in Document No. 1121527, modified by a Modification Agreement recorded in Document No. 20090116-0000468 [collectively the “Mortgages”], on which Mortgages there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of One Hundred Two Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty Seven and 96/100 Dollars ($102,927.96), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgages, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgages, and the power of sale having become operative by reason on the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, March 4, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., at the Courthouse at 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, or the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgages, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan described in the Mortgage as follows: A parcel of land in the Northeast _ of Section 8, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the Northeast _ of said Section 8; thence East 98 feet, thence North 225 feet; thence West 98 feet; thence South 225 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 533 and 535 East Woodlawn, Hastings, Michigan. The length of the redemption period will be six (6) months for the date of the sale. Dated: January 28, 2010 PURKEY & ASSOCIATES, PLC Attorneys for MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Lori L. Purkey, Esq. 2251 East Paris Avenue, SE, Suite B 77542526 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Frederic J Saintamour Jr., a married man and Leslie Saintamour, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 12, 2005, and recorded on April 19, 2005 in instrument 1145100, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S. Bank National Association, As Trustee, For The Benefit Of Harborview 2005-3 Trust Fund as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seven Hundred Sixty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-One And 16/100 Dollars ($768,491.16), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 38 of Algonquin North Shore Subdivision, according to the recorded Plat thereto as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 50 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542933 File #292719F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 11, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bryon L. Thornton and Tamara J Thornton, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 3, 2003 and recorded July 9, 2009 in Instrument Number 1108095, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty-Eight and 12/100 Dollars ($150,838.12) including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 18, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 40 of Northridge Estates Number 2, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 6 of Plats on Page 17. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: January 21, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 393.0324 ASAP# 3415684 01/21/2010, 75542409 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010, 02/11/2010 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Thomas Patrick Lyons, a single man has defaulted on a Mortgage for the real property known as: 9745 North Avenue, Dowling, MI 49073 This Notice is to inform you that you have the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage serv¬icer. The Real Estate Default Group of Weltman, Weinberg & Reis, Co., L.P.A. has been designated by them as the person to con¬tact who has authority to determine your eligibility for a mortgage modification. Thomas P. Lyons may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michi¬gan State Housing Development Author¬ity's (MSHDA) website at www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at (866) 946-7432. That if Thomas P. Lyons requests a meeting with the person designated above, within 14 days, foreclosure proceedings will not commence until 90 days after the date a notice was mailed to them. That if Thomas P. Lyons and the designated person reach an agreement to modify the mort¬gage loan, the mortgage will not be fore¬closed if Thomas P. Lyons abides by the terms of the agreement. Thomas P. Lyons has the right to contact an attor¬ney. You may contact the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer referral service (800) 968-0738. Dated: February 11, 2010 By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77542992 WWR# 10034706 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mike Williams and Angela L. Williams AKA Angela Williams, husband and wife, to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 23, 2006 and recorded July 11, 2006 in Instrument Number 1167040, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee in trust for, Argent Securities Inc. Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-M2, under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated August 1, 2006 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Fifty and 06/100 Dollars ($144,050.06) including interest at 8.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lots 9 and 10 of Block 6 of Daniel Striker's Addition to the City formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 11 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 356.3387 ASAP# 3428734 02/04/2010, 02/11/2010, 02/18/2010, 02/25/2010 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on May 16, 2005, by LAURIE S. HALLIFAX-GREER and ROBERT J. GREER, wife and husband, as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on May 23, 2005, in Instrument No. 1146898 (the “Mortgage”), on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of Ninety Four Thousand One Hundred Eighty One and 73/100 Dollars ($94,181.73), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, March 4, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN: LOT 6, BLOCK 3, DANIEL STRIKER’S ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. Commonly known as 305 E. Grant St., Hastings, Michigan. The length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of the sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77542792 77542617 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Travis Williams and Jessica A Williams, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 17, 2006, and recorded on February 27, 2006 in instrument 1160627, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fourteen Thousand Four Hundred Ten And 33/100 Dollars ($114,410.33), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: Parcel of land located in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section 12; thence North along the West line of said Section 526 feet to the point of beginning; thence East perpendicular to said West Section line 470 feet; thence North parallel with said West Section line 250 feet; thence West perpendicular to said West Section line 470 feet to said West Section line thence South along said West Section line 250 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542311 File #299389F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Allen W Ruthruff and Fayetta Ruthruff aka Allen W and Fay Ruthruff, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to First Chicago NBD Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated October 16, 1998, and recorded on November 3, 1998 in instrument 1020278, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Five Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-One And 42/100 Dollars ($25,681.42), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on February 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Land situated in the Township of Hope, County of Barry, state of Michigan, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 30, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry county, Michigan, distant East 696.3 feet from the North 1/4 corner of said Section 30; thence East, 424 feet along said North Section line; thence South, 672 feet along the West line of Nadall Drive; thence West, 482 feet more or less, to the centerline of a 33 foot wide roadway easement; thence North 00 degrees 09 minutes East, 250 feet along said centerline; thence continuing along said centerline North 07 degrees 46 minutes East, 594.5 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Northerly 33 feet thereof for Rose Road. Together with and subject to a private easement for roadway purposes over the Westerly 16.5 feet thereof, and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #300211F01 77542390 SYNOPSIS Barry Township Board Regular Meeting February 2, 2010 Regular meeting opened @ 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: 5 members and 6 guests. Motions approved minutes and treasurers reports for Jan. 10. Motion approved agenda with 6 additions and 1 item removal. Motion approved to hire R. Grosser to H.C.F.D. Motion approved to accept the agreement with Life Care Ambulance to service the entire township. Motion approved to hire E. Forbes as a dictation typist for B.T.P. Motion approved to extend the 2 temporary fulltime police officers contract until 3-31-10. Budget Workshop scheduled for 2-23-10 @ 1:00 p.m. M.F.R. for H.C.F.D. meeting scheduled for 3-1-10 @ 4:00 p.m. Motion approved to accept bills and check register for February 2010. Adjourned at 10:10 p.m. Respectfully, Debra J. Knight Barry Township Clerk Attested to by: Wesley Kahler Barry Township Supervisor 77542918 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Harvey F. Leaf aka Harvey Leaf, a married man, Dawn C. Leaf, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Independent Mortgage Co. South MI, Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2005, and recorded on October 21, 2005 in instrument 1154961, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Two Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Three And 34/100 Dollars ($172,643.34), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 20 acres of the East 40 acres of the West 100 acres of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 1 North, Range 7 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542921 File #291581F02 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Gary Groff and Cynthia Groff, husband and wife, of 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, and Bond Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Michigan, whose address is 2007 Eastern, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49507, dated February 19, 2009, and recorded on February 26, 2009 in Instrument No. 20090226-0001751 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, which mortgage has been assigned to Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 25, 2009 and recorded on July 2, 2009 with the Barry County Register of Deeds in Instrument No. 200907020006870, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of Fifth Thousand Twenty One Dollars and Sixty Two Cents ($50,021.62), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 16.85% and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the said debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on February 25, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., the undersigned will sell at the East door of the County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon said Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in said mortgage located in the Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan and which are described as follows: The East 50 feet of Lot 1 and the Westerly 25 feet of Lot 2 of Vogt’s Addition to Jordon Lake, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 32, Barry County Records. PP:# 15-105-001-00 which is commonly known as 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849. The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 DATED: January 14, 2010 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa, N.W. Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77542432 (616) 458-1315 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Russell Knisely (“Borrower”) to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 2052 Hammond Rd, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of February 5th, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after February 5th, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. February 5th, 2010 By: MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB 629 W State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 77542943 Circuit Court Sale Case No. 09-366-CH Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C. is a debt collector, and we are attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Judicial Sale in Pursuance and by virtue of a Judgment of the Circuit Court of the County of Barry, State of Michigan, made and entered on the 19th day of November A.D. 2009, in a certain cause therein pending, wherein TCF National Bank, a national banking association, was the Plaintiff, and William F. Quick, an individual, and Birgit H. Quick, an individual, were the Defendants, Notice is hereby given that I shall sell at public auction to the highest bidder at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Barry County, Michigan (that being the building in which the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held) on Thursday, the 11th day of March A.D. 2010 at one o’clock p.m., (1:00 P.M.) Eastern Standard Time, on the said day, the following described property, viz: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Maple Grove, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan as described as follows, to-wit: Commencing 264 feet East of the Southwest corner of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 7 West; thence East 270 feet; thence North 165 feet; thence West 270 feet; thence South 165 feet to the point of beginning. Tax I.D. No. 10-015-100-00 This property may be redeemed during the six (6) months following the date of sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 Pamela Jarvis Barry County Clerk Drafted by : Attorney for Plaintiff Michael J. Thomas, Esq. Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C. 1425 Ford Building, 615 Griswold Street Detroit, Michigan 48226 (313) 963-1301 77542382 (1-21)(3-4) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Scott R. Wolcott and Heather R. Wolcott, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store, Mortgagee, dated the 23rd day of December, 1998 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 11th day of January, 1999 in Liber Document No. 1023541 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to Wachovia Bank, NA on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Sixty Two Thousand Sixty Five & 36/100 ($62065.36), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 4th day of March, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 11.850% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: A parcel of Land located in the North 1/2 of Section 29, T3N, R8W, described as follows: Beginning at a point which lies South 258.08 feet and West 22.08 feet from the North 1/4 post of said section 29; thence South 2 degrees 47' 30" West 134.67 feet; thence North 87 degrees 12' 30" West 138 feet; thence North 4 degrees 39' 30" East 128.75 feet; thence South 89 degrees 45' 30" East 134 feet to the point of beginning, Barry County Records. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 2/4/2010 Wachovia Bank, NA Mortgagee FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Wachovia Bank, NA 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77542611 HE Wolcott NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest MORTGAGE SALE - Default has occurred in a Mortgage made by Tracy C. Rine and Paul I. Rine to Omni Family Credit Union Union, n/k/a Omni Community Credit Union dated December 9, 2003, and recorded on December 15, 2003 at Document No. 1119221 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $108,033.42. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on February 18, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East entrance, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 5% per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan law. The property is located in the County of Barry, State of Michigan and is described as: THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST EXCEPT ALL THAT CERTAIN PIECE OF PARCEL OF LAND COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 18, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST; THENCE NORTH 220.83 FEET; THENCE EAST 579.50 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 224.17 FEET; THENCE WEST 578.50 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. ALSO THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL › OF THE SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWN 1 NORTH, `RANGE 7 WEST. Which has the address of: 12801 Holden Rd., Bellevue, MI 49021-9219 During the one year immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241 (a), in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Omni Community Credit Union Dated: January 14, 2010 By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) BUSINESS ADDRESS: Stephen L. Langeland, P.C. Attorney at Law 6146 W. Main St., Ste. C Kalamazoo, MI 49009 77542320 269/382-3703 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by THOMAS R. SIMMONS and NATASHA M. SIMMONS, husband and wife (collectively, "Mortgagor"), to SAND RIDGE BANK, an Indiana corporation, of PO Box 598, Schereville, Indiana 46375, dated March 29, 2005, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on March 30, 2005, as instrument number 1143491 (the “Mortgage”). First Financial Bank, N.A., was the successor by consolidation to Sand Ridge Bank, and subsequently assigned the Mortgage to Chemical Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, of 2185 Three Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 ("Mortgagee"), by the terms of a Branch Purchase and Assumption Agreement dated May 11, 2006, and a Bill of Sale dated August 18, 2006, as further evidenced by an Assignment of Mortgage dated November 25, 2009, recorded December 10, 2009 as instrument number 200912100011913. By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Fifty Six Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety Nine and 26/100 Dollars ($56,899.26). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 4th day of March, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: The North 1/2 of Lots 4 and 5, Block 7 of H.J. Kenfield's Addition, according to the recorded Plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 9 Together with all the improvements erected on the real estate, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures a part of the property, and all replacements and additions. Commonly known as: 501 S. Dibble Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.P. #08-55-235-034-00 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor's heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned. Dated: February 4, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77542625 �Page 12 — Thursday, February 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jerry Duane Hughes, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11280 Schreiner Rd, Bellevue, MI 49021-8301. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 9, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 9, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542954 File # 306987F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael S. Irish, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Chase Bank USA, NA, Mortgagee, dated October 4, 2007, and recorded on October 10, 2007 in instrument 20071010-0002917, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-Two And 58/100 Dollars ($334,732.58), including interest at 8.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 61 and 62 of Arnett's Resort at Mill Lake, Johnstown Township, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2, Page 33 of Plats, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542938 File #230738F02 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Kirk D Ziegler and Jody R Ziegler, Husband and Wife to Option One Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated December 17, 2004 and recorded January 5, 2005 in Instrument # 1139717 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2005-OPT1, by assignment dated December 15, 2008 and recorded December 22, 2008in Instrument # 200812220011966 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Three Dollars and Eighty-Two Cents ($123,683.82) including interest 7.4% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on March 4, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 296, Al-Con-Quin Lake Resort Properties Unit No. 2, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in liber 2 of Plats, Page 63, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 2696 Quakezik St, Hastings MI 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 2/04/2010 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2005-OPT1, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77542813 Our File No: 09-12385 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Meggan Miller and Robert J. Miller, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 5698 Woodland Rd, Woodland, MI 48897-9728. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 9, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 9, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542956 File # 220737F03 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kathy Ann Parker, an unmarried woman, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 23, 2007 and recorded October 30, 2007 in Instrument Number 20071030-0003636, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Eight and 25/100 Dollars ($85,938.25) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 17, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan; thence East 1267 feet; thence South 89 degrees 26 minutes East, 516 feet for a place of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 26 minutes East, 165 feet; thence South 200 feet; thence North 89 degrees 26 minutes West, 165 feet; thence North 200 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 11, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.5762 ASAP# 3437270 02/11/2010, 02/18/2010, 77542860 02/25/2010, 03/04/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Betty A. Van Syckle and Richard L Van Syckle, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 3570 E Dowling Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-8724. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 5, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 5, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77542909 File # 115478F03 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Christopher B. Brownell and Christine M. Brownell, husband and wife have defaulted on a Mortgage for the real property known as: 6808 South Shore Drive, Delton, MI 49046 This Notice is to inform you that you have the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The Real Estate Default Group of Weltman, Weinberg & Reis, Co., L.P.A. has been designated by them as the person to con¬tact who has authority to determine your eligibility for a mortgage modification. Christopher B. Brownell and Christine M. Brownell may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's (MSHDA) website at www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at (866) 946-7432. That if Christopher B. Brownell and Christine M. Brownell request a meeting with the person designated above, within 14 days, foreclosure proceedings will not commence until 90 days after the date a notice was mailed to them. That if Christopher B. Brownell and Christine M. Brownell and the designated person reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if Christopher B. Brownell and Christine M. Brownell abide by the terms of the agreement. Christopher B. Brownell and Christine M. Brownell have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer referral service (800) 968-0738. Dated: February 11, 2010 By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77542996 WWR# 10034794 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Gary L. Vandenberg and Joy R. Vandenberg, husband and wife have defaulted on a Mortgage for the real property known as: 4055 Anders Road, Hastings, MI 49058 This Notice is to inform you that you have the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Stephanie Mense has been designated by them as the person to contact who has authority to determine your eligibility for a mortgage modification. Joy R. Vandenberg and Gary L. Vandenberg may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's (MSHDA) website at www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at (866) 946-7432. That if Joy R. Vandenberg and Gary L. Vandenberg request a meeting with the person designated above, within 14 days, foreclosure proceedings will not commence until 90 days after the date a notice was mailed to them. That if Joy R. Vandenberg and Gary L. Vandenberg and the designated person reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if Joy R. Vandenberg and Gary L. Vandenberg abide by the terms of the agreement. Joy R. Vandenberg and Gary L. Vandenberg have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer referral service (800) 9680738. Dated: February 11, 2010 By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77542994 WWR# 10033003 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHARLES HARRIS and SHELIA HARRIS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated November 8, 2006, and recorded on November 28, 2006, in Document No. 1173180, and assigned by said mortgagee to PROVIDENT FUNDING ASSOCIATES, L.P., as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Six Thousand One Hundred Forty-Two Dollars and Five Cents ($146,142.05), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on March 11, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 74 OF ALGONQUIN ESTATES, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 4 OF PLATS ON PAGE 22. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 PROVIDENT FUNDING ASSOCIATES, L.P. Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77542998 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage executed by Alden Vincent, a single man, Mortgagors, to the Eaton Federal Savings Bank of Charlotte, Eaton County, Michigan, a corporation organized under the laws of the United States, Mortgagee, dated February 15, 2006 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on February 22, 2006 in Liber 1160454, Pages 1-10, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due on February 11, 2010, for principal, interest, late charges and delinquent escrow balance, the sum of Seventy Eight Thousand Sixty One and 26/100 Dollars, ($78,061.26), and said Mortgagee having elected to declare all sums secured by said Mortgage immediately due and payable because of the several defaults of the Mortgagors and no proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, the said Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction to the highest bidder, at the East steps of the Circuit Court Building, 206 W. State St., Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on March 18, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock, local time in the afternoon of said day, and said premises will be sold to pay the amount then due on said Mortgage, together with Six and One Eighth, (6.125%) percent per annum interest, legal costs, attorney fees and also any taxes, insurance premiums and any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned Mortgagee which it deemed necessary to pay to protect its interest in the premises, which said premises are described in said Mortgage as follows, to wit: Beginning at the Southwest Corner of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 8 West; thence North 450 feet along the West line of said East 1/2; thence East 230 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 15; thence South 450 feet parallel with said West line to the South line of said Section 15; thence West 230 feet along said South line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for Public Highway purposes over the Southerly 33 feet thereof for Maple Grove Road, Baltimore Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period will be Six (6) months from the time of such sale unless the property is deemed abandoned according to MCL600.3201 to 600.3280, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days. EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK A Federally Chartered Savings Bank 236 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 77542969 Dated: February 11, 2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kevin McDonnell, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Member First Mortgage, LLC., Mortgagee, dated May 15, 2006, and recorded on May 23, 2006 in instrument 1164989, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Rivertown Community Federal Credit Union as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Seven And 27/100 Dollars ($90,997.27), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: commencing at the 1/8 corner on the North side of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 15: Thence South on the 1/8 line 775 feet to an iron stake at the Shore of Long Lake; Thence North 60 3/4 degrees East 75 feet for the place of beginning; Thence North 60 3/4 degrees East along the Shore of Long Lake 200 feet; Thence North 4 1/2 degrees West 140.6 feet; Thence South 60 1/4 degrees West 200 feet; Thence South 4 1/2 degrees East 139 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #300085F01 DEMOLITION, continued from page 1 “The concern is that we have to see progress; we have to see sobward,” said Mansfield. “I understand that you and your insurance company are haggling through some issues, trying to make some progress, but there’s no physical evidence of any progress being made out there.” The city manager claimed that, while the home is secure and does not pose a danger, it is a blight on the city that must be addressed sooner rather than later. “It certainly is a blight and an eyesore, and I get phone calls about it, so we would like to address the issue as quickly as possible,” Mansfield said. Wood responded, saying, “It may seem ... a blight to you, but that’s my life.” Wood requested that demolition of the property be postponed, and Mansfield, along with Mayor Bob May told him that such demolition would be postponed until March. “That’s probably a workable arrangement, but much longer than that is not going to be workable,” said Mansfield. “... We need some kind of a timed certainty that these things are going to be addressed. Absent that, we’re going to have to proceed forward with the legal recourse that we have to get the structure addressed.” After the meeting, Michael Puerner, vice president, secretary and general counsel for the insurance company was asked about Wood’s situation, but he explained that the company’s policies prohibited him from addressing the topic. ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE SOUTHWEST BARRY COUNTY SEWER AND WATER AUTHORITY COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2010-2011 BUDGET THE ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW for 2010 will be held at the Orangeville Township hall, 7350 Lindsey Rd., Plainwell, MI 49080 on the following dates: Tuesday, March 2 Monday, March 8 Tuesday, March 9 Organizational Meeting Appeal Hearing Appeal Hearing 4:00pm 9-12pm & 1-4pm 1-5pm & 6-9pm The Board of Review will meet as many more days as deemed necessary to hear questions, protests, and to equalize the 2010 assessments. By Board resolution, residents are able to protest by letter, provided protest letter is received by March 9, 2010. Written protests should be mailed to: BOARD OF REVIEW, 7350 LINDSEY RD., PLAINWELL, MI 49080 The tentative ratios and the estimated multipliers for each class of real property and personal property for 2010 are as follows: Agricultural Commercial Industrial Residential Personal 58.64% 50.44% 59.16% 53.07% 50% PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Commission of the Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authority will conduct a public hearing on the Authority’s proposed budget for the Authority’s 20102011 fiscal year on February 22, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at the Barry Township Hall, 155 E. Orchard St., Delton, Michigan 49046. A copy of the proposed budget is available for public inspection at the office of the Authority located at 11191 South M-43 Highway, Delton, Michigan 49046 during regular Authority business hours. In addition to other business which may properly come before the meeting, the Commission will consider any comments made by the public at the public hearing on the Authority budget and, further, will consider whether to adopt, and may adopt, the annual Authority budget for the 2010-2011 fiscal year. If adopted, the budget may be adopted in the form in which originally presented, or in such amended form as the Commission in its discretion my determine. 0.8527 0.9913 0.8452 0.9422 1.0000 (ADA) Americans with Disabilities Notice Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Clerk at least seven (7) days in advance of hearing. This notice is posted in Compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act) MCLA41.72a(2)(3) and with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contacts… Clerk, Jennifer Goy: 269-664-4522 77542799 77542947 All interested persons may attend the public hearing. The address of the Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authority is 11191 South M-43 Highway, Delton, Michigan 49046. The telephone number of the Authority office is (269) 623-3401. Dated: 2-8-2010 77542962 SOUTHWEST BARRY COUNTY SEWER AND WATER AUTHORITY �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 11, 2010 — Page 13 Gun Lake Winterfest schedule includes new and old events The committee planning the 2010 Gun Lake WinterFest has added new events to what is now a three-day event from Friday, Feb. 19, to Sunday, Feb. 21. Events will be held at the Allegan County Park unless otherwise indicated. In addition there may be some changes. Those going to WinterFest should check information on location. Art Hop Friday, from 5 to 7 p.m. The art hop COURT NEWS Bobby Jo Wagner, 53, of Hastings, pleaded guilty to one charge of domestic violence, third offense. Wagner was sentenced Feb. 3 to 12 months in jail and 12 months of probation by Judge James Fisher in 5th circuit court. He also was ordered to pay $60 to the crime victim rights fund and $68 in state minimum costs as a result of a Dec. 20, 2009, incident. Amie Linn Jahnke, 33, of Plainwell was sentenced to a minimum of 23 months in prison for possession of a controlled substance, methamphetamine, second or subsequent offense. Jahnke also was ordered to pay $250 in court costs, $60 to crime victim rights, $68 in state minimum costs, $826 in reimbursements, $200 drug court fees and $116 in court assessment late fees. Jahnke’s sentence carries a maximum of 120 months in prison. In a separate case on Feb. 4, Judge Fisher also ordered a concurrent sentence of 23 to 120 months in prison after Jahnke pleaded guilty to possessing methamphetamine and violating probation. She was ordered to pay $250 in court costs, $60 to crime victim rights and $68 in state minimum costs for the second case. Gabriel David Hermenitt, 29, of Plainwell, pleaded guilty to one count of possessing a controlled substance, methamphetamine, and a probation violation in 5th circuit court under Judge Fisher on Feb. 4. He was sentenced to spend 23 to 120 months in prison, served concurrently with a second case for methamphetamine possession, also heard before Judge Fisher. In the first case, Hermenitt was ordered to pay $500 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights fund and $68 state minimum costs. In the second case, he was ordered to pay $500 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $68 state minimum costs, $200 drug court, $423 restitution and $576 reimbursements. Zachary Jay Wieringa, 24, of Lake Odessa, pleaded guilty Feb. 3, in 5th circuit court under Judge Fisher, to unlawfully driving away a motor vehicle. Wieringa was sentenced to spend 18 to 60 months in prison, to be served concurrently with an Allegan County sentence. He was ordered to pay $500 court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $68 state minimum costs and $3,340 in restitution stemming from an Aug. 11, 2009, incident. POLICE BEAT Trio of teens nabbed in armed robberies Michigan State Police from the Ionia Post responded to a call on an armed robbery of two teenagers walking near the Ionia K-mart building Saturday, Feb. 6. While troopers were investigating the robbery, Ionia Central Dispatch reported an armed robbery of a gas station in the village of Clarksville. Troopers from the original robbery responded to the Clarksville call and observed a suspicious vehicle coming from the area of the gas station. As the trooper approached the vehicle in his cruiser, the other driver immediately pulled into a residential driveway, and three occupants exited the car. Two of the subjects matched descriptions given of the gas station suspects, and one subject resembled the description of the armed robber in Ionia. All three were detained by the trooper, and additional units arrived on scene to assist. The subjects were identified as the suspects involved in both incidents. A search of the vehicle recovered stolen money and the weapon and masks allegedly used in the robberies. A 19-year-old Grand Rapids man, 19-year-old Lake Odessa man and 17-year-old Lake Odessa woman were arrested on armed robbery charges and lodged at Ionia County jail pending arraignment. Vehicle missing parts, driver missing license After witnessing a vehicle traveling 10 miles over the speed limit without a license plate, brake lights or driver’s side-view mirror, a Barry County Sheriff Deputy issued three citations to the driver, Steven Michael Brown, 18, of Hastings. Brown was cited for driving with a suspended license, driving an unregistered vehicle and for not wearing a seatbelt. He was lodged at Barry County Jail with a $100 cash bond. The vehicle was impounded because it was not properly equipped to be operated on a roadway, and the owner of the vehicle was unknown. Fight at home, fight in parking lot Hastings Police responded to family dispute at a residence in the 200 block of North Broadway Feb. 2. Upon arrival, an officer learned that the subject involved in the dispute had left on foot. The officer later made contact with the subject, identified as Dylan Jiles, 18, from Hastings, in a parking lot in the 100 block of North Broadway. While being questioned, Jiles began yelling and screaming at the officer, refused to cooperate and began fighting with the officer. He was taken into custody after a brief struggle and lodged at the Barry county Jail. Jiles is facing charges of obstructing a police officer and resisting arrest. Tip leads to arrest of driver, passenger Hastings Police made a traffic stop of a vehicle in the 400 block of West State Street Feb. 7 for a vehicle defect. The driver was identified as James Slagel, 22, from Hastings. Officers had received a tip earlier in the evening that Slagel would possibly be in possession of controlled substances as he traveled through Hastings shortly after 8 p.m. When confronted about the allegations, Slagel admitted he was in possession of marijuana. After further investigation, the officer seized a small amount of marijuana. Slagel and a passenger in his vehicle, identified as Cara Bowler, 21, from Battle Creek, were placed under arrest on charges of marijuana possession. Both were transported and lodged at the Barry County Jail. Student learns law lesson out of school Hastings Police responded to a residence in the 200 block of East Clinton Street Feb. 9 after a resident called 911 to report an intruder inside his residence shortly before 1 p.m. Responding officers were advised that the suspect had fled after he realized someone was home. Officers located footprints in the snow and began following the tracks west. Since the tracks appeared to be headed toward Hastings High School, another officer responded to the school to check attendance records and was informed that a 16-year-old student had skipped out on his fifth hour class. While the officer was attempting to update other officers of a possible suspect, the student was seen walking into the school. The student was confronted, taken into custody, and a short time later admitted to going into the residence. The teen, who is from Hastings, was turned over to the custody of his parents, and will be facing charges of home invasion of an occupied dwelling. Deputies discover stolen cemetery items Sunday, Feb. 7, Barry County Sheriff’s Deputies recovered approximately 70 items stolen from area cemeteries. Deputies are requesting citizen assistance in determining the gravesites from which the items were removed. Anyone who has noted missing veteran medallions, granite finials or flower urns should contact the police agency nearest the cemetery from which items were removed. The local agency will contact the Barry County Sheriff’s Department to determine if missing property has been recovered by the sheriff’s department. includes eight artists at Kitchens by Katie, Sunny Jim’s, The Bib, Water’s Edge and Platinum Construction. On Saturday, from 1 to 5 p.m. artists will have displays at Hinkles Body Shop, Shine On Sales, and the Circle Inn. Additional information at www.gunlakewinterfest.com. Friday, Feb. 19 A wine-tasting event at The Bib begins at 11 a.m. and ends at midnight. People can sample six flavors including Cabernet, Merlot, white Zinfandel and Shiraz for $15 per person. For more information, call 269-792-8181. The Terrace Grille’s Friday Night Fish Fry all-you-can-eat hand beer-battered Icelandic center-cut cod loin for $13.95 will be served from 4 to 9 p.m. with a baked potato topped with garlic butter and sour cream and homemade Carolina cole slaw. Sunny Jim’s The all-you-can-eat pizza and pasta buffet featuring specialty and Chicagostyle pizzas will be available from 4:30 to 8 p.m. beginning Friday and continuing through Sunday. The cost is $6.95 for adults, $4.95 for children 12 and under. Daisy Mae’s Mardi Gras Party Opener begins at 5 p.m. and ends at 2 a.m. There will be gumbo, party favors, breads and Ziolaco music. Call 269-792-9426 for more information. This year’s comedy show at Orchard Hills Golf Course featuring Joey Villagomez, Jordan Francisco and Russ Williamson is from 8 a.m. until midnight. The cost $10 per ticket. Tickets are available at the Barry County Chamber of Commerce in Hastings, 269-945-9454, Previously Pink in Hastings 269-945-9605 or The Bib 269-792-8181. Saturday, Feb. 20 The Winterfest Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale is at Orangeville Township Hall from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. Breakfast is sponsored by the Orangeville Fire Department, donations appreciated. The bake sale is sponsored by the Gun Lake area women’s club. Winterfest Fishing Contest is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children under 17 years old. Registration is at Gillett’s Bait Shop. Winners announced during the polar dip. Prizes go to adults for first, second and third largest pikes. Prizes for children are for first, second and third largest bluegill. More information is at 616- 4814516. Additional drawings will be held for participants. Registration for the Snow Stomp in the Yankee Springs Recreation Area begins at 9 a.m. This is a four-mile trail race. For more information, call 269-760-9088. The event starts at 10 a.m. The broomball tournament begins at 9 a.m. and runs throughout the day across from the Allegan County Park. For more information call 269-672-5886. The chili cook-off at Daisy Mae’s begins at 10 a.m. The public tasting begins at 11 a.m. with awards presented at noon. For more information, call 269-792-9426. The Gun Lake Tribe will conduct the opening ceremony on the stage at Allegan County Park at 10 a.m. The YMCA Ice Tee Golf Scramble on Gun Lake begins at 10 a.m. in front of Bay Pointe Inn and Restaurant. For more information, contact the Barry County YMCA at 269-9454574 or www.ymcaofbarrycounty.org. Spectators are welcome. Seating is available in the outside pavilion or the restaurant. Children’s activities will be from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Children can get their faces painted, make a bird feeder, play games and win prizes. For more information, call 269-6727487. A petting zoo will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free trolley rides run throughout the day from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., with stops from Sunny Jim’s to Bay Pointe Inn, including the Allegan County Park, Daisy Mae’s, The Bib, The Store at South Shore and Sunny Jim’s Pizza. From 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., visitors to WinterFest can put friends in “jail” for $1 and help raise funds for next year’s WinterFest or purchase a $5 button to keep out of jail all day. Food vendors will be open from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Registration for the polar dip is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the park’s lakefront. The cost of $10 includes a T-shirt. The dip starts at 3 p.m. with no pre-set times. The dip includes prizes and good laughs. For more information, call 269-945-9554, ext. 218. Wine tasting at The Bib is from 11 a.m. until midnight. There will be six flavors to sample for $15. Call 269-792-8181 for more information. Daisy Mae’s Family Karaoke Contest begins at noon. There are awards for those 17 and younger. Youth awards will be presented at 5 p.m. with prizes including gift cards. Adult awards for those 18 and older will be at 6 p.m. and are cash prizes. Chicken Drop tickets will be sold beginning at noon. Volunteers wearing orange vests will be selling tickets for $1 each. The drop is at 1 p.m. Corrections Due to a computer error the following students were omitted from the Hastings Middle School Honor Roll printed in the Feb. 4 Banner. Also on the honor roll for the second marking period were, eighth grade, high honors, Lauren Arnett, *Abigail Campbell, *Effie Guenther and *Alyssa Larsen, and sixth grade, high honors, Zachary Carlson. (* Indicates all A’s.) Volunteers wearing orange vests also will be selling $1 tickets for the raffle for outdoor cedar furniture at 1:30 p.m. The annual Sea Shanty Swimsuit Fashion Show is at 2 p.m. on stage, with all women models. For more information, call 269-945-9605. Sunny Jim’s pizza-eating contest is at 2:45 p.m. following the fashion show and is free to enter. In the men’s division, the first man to finish eating a 12-inch pepperoni pizza wins. In the women’s division, the first woman to finish eating a 10-inch pepperoni pizza wins. The winner in each division gets a $50 Sunny Jim’s gift certificate. The contest is limited to first 10 men and 10 women to enter. The annual Gun Lake Winterfest Polar Dip is at 3 p.m. Participants must pre-register between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Spectators must keep off ice. Sunny Jim’s all-you-can-eat pizza and pasta buffet will be available from 4:30 to 8 p.m. The cost is $6.95 for adults and $4.95 for children 12 and under. Daisy Mae’s 10th annual WinterFest 2010 Bikini Contest is at midnight, with cash prizes. Participants must be 18 years old to compete. Sunday, Feb. 21 New this year, Daisy Mae’s is holding the Winterfest 2010 first annual pool tournament beginning at 1 p.m. Entry is $5, and there are drink and food specials all day. Call 269-7929426 for more information. Sunny Jim’s all-you-can-eat pizza and pasta buffet will be available from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Visit www.gunlakewinterfest.com for upto-date information. Entry forms for the events taking place at the Allegan County Park, including broomball and the polar dip are available at the Barry County Chamber of Commerce. Call 269-945-9454. Congressman Vern Ehlers to step down at the end of current term Congressman Vernon J. Ehlers announced Wednesday that, after serving the people of Michigan’s 3rd Congressional District for eight full terms in the U.S. House of Representatives, he will leave at the end of his current term. “I have had the honor and privilege of serving the people of West Michigan in Congress for the past 16 years, and I am grateful and humbled to have been able to do so,” wrote Ehlers in a press release. “My time in Congress has been incredibly challenging and rewarding, and I appreciate this opportunity greatly. “While I regret leaving when so much more needs to be done, I know it is time for me to step down. I am in good health, but I recognize that I should complete this chapter of my life,” continued the former professor. “I look forward to spending more time with my wife and my family in Grand Rapids. “Many serious issues still need diligent attention from Congress, and I intend to participate vigorously in my work for the remainder of this year. I am incredibly grateful to have spent the time I did effecting positive change for our country, and, most of all, serving people of West Michigan, to the very best of my ability.” The 3rd congressional district includes part of Barry County. Vern Ehlers, who has represented Michigan in the U.S. Congress for 16 years, has announced his retirement. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 National Ads Card of Thanks For Sale THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT KNOWINGLY accept advertising which is deceptive, fraudulent or might otherwise violate law or accepted standards of taste. However, this publication does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of any advertisement, nor the quality of goods or services advertised. 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Baltimore Terrace Mobile Home Park, (269)948-3906. �Page 14 — Thursday, February 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner City moving forward with high-density zoning change by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At its meeting Monday, the Hastings City Council delivered a first reading of an ordinance to change zoning of an area located near the intersection of Bachman Road and Woodlawn Avenue in the northeast corner of the city. As previously reported, the proposed ordinance would change the zoning from rural residential to R1-A and allow for denser residential development. City Manager Jeff Mansfield elaborated on the ordinance at the most recent meeting of the City of Hastings Planning Commission, explaining that, while the R1-A designation does not inherently allow for construction of apartment buildings and similar structures, it does allow for variances to accommodate such construction. During Monday’s meeting, Councilwoman Brenda McNabb-Stange claimed that the ordinance was not originally sought by residents and that its institution would violate their liberties. She alleged that the proposed change in zoning would prohibit people in the area from raising animals such as chickens and other livestock regularly associated with 4-H activities. “First of all, I think it’s improper for us to rezone, on our own, without any requests,” she said. “... The people may have no desire at all to have that development there.” Mansfield claimed that, while the ordinance does not allow for certain activities in the area in which residents currently may engage, it would increase the value of property in the eyes of developers. “In exchange for that, the property owners get the opportunity to sell their property or potentially develop their property for a much higher value,” he said. Contrary to McNabb-Stange’s concerns about the ordinance not allowing certain animals to be raised in the area, John Hart, community development director for the city, claimed that, with institution of the ordinance, residents would be allowed to engage in the type of activities mentioned by McNabbStange, as long as they had engaged in such activities in the past and continue to do so on a regular basis in the future. Stephanie Fekkes, attorney for the city, “I think it’s improper for us to rezone, on our own, without any requests ... The people may have no desire at all to have that development there.” Council member Brenda McNabb-Stange echoed Hart, claiming, “The state statutory law in the State of Michigan would give them that right. ... With continuing use, you can’t take that away from them.” The second reading of the ordinance will be delivered during the council’s next regular meeting. The council also took action on various issues involving the Hastings City/Barry County Airport, including review of an agreement between the Hastings City/Barry County Airport Commission and Mark Noteboom, manager of the airport. The agreement, which, if enacted, would expire Jan. 31, 2011, details Noteboom’s duties as the manager of the airport. It also stipulates that his annual salary for being the manager be increased from just over $21,000 to $30,000. “This is the same contract, to my knowledge, that the airport commission entered into with the airport manager last year, with the exception of the change in the dates and an increase in the amount due the airport manager for his annual service fee,” explained Mansfield. He added that the increase in salary featured in the agreement would be utilized by Noteboom to hire an assistant manager for the airport. McNabb-Stange addressed the increase and agreement, saying, “There’s nothing in this agreement that even says they’re going to hire an assistant manager. He just gets more money.” After reviewing the agreement, the council voted to have Councilman Don Bowers, who also serves on the airport commission, discuss the issue of Noteboom’s proposed salary increase with other members of the commission and report back to the council with his findings. While the council did not approve the agreement between the airport commission and Noteboom, it did approve an agreement between the commission and the consulting firm Mead & Hunt that would allow the firm to provide design services for rehabilitation of the tower with a rotating beacon located at the airport and expansion of the airport’s main apron. A resolution to amend the city’s budget and capital improvement plans for its current fiscal year also was considered. The council voted to table discussion of the resolution until its next meeting, when its members could be presented with a revised resolution that would better detail the impact of the proposed amendments. According to Thomas Emery, clerk for the city, the amendments primarily relate to several grants that likely will be awarded to the municipality. Two requests made to the council also were approved, including one on behalf of Flexfab Inc. to hold the third annual Flexfab 5K Run/Walk June 12 and allow its participants to utilize a 3.1-mile path that would both start and end at Flexfab Horizons International in Hastings. The council also approved a request made on behalf of the South Jefferson Street Parade Committee to hold the annual South Jefferson Street St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Hastings March 17. In addition, Mayor Bob May delivered two proclamations, including one that celebrates 100 years of Boy Scouts of America and recognizes Feb. 8 as “Scouting’s 100th Anniversary” in the city. “How many organizations do we know that are still going strong after 100 years, with just millions of kids and adults, nationwide, doing their thing?” he asked. “I don’t think there’s many.” The second proclamation recognizes February as Dating Violence Awareness Month in the city. The numbers can lie, or at least be misleading. Hastings’ varsity girls’ basketball team was even in the rebounding battle, had about the same shooting percentage, and made eight more free throws than Forest Hills Eastern Friday. copy of the current logo can be found at the The Hawks still scored a 49-29 O-K Gold Conference victory. Web site, www.thornapplearts.org. “This is just the first of our plans to cele- “So how do you lose by 20 points,” asked brate our silver anniversary,” said TAC Hastings’ head coach Steve Laubaugh. “ Executive Director Megan Lavell. “We have Unfortunately, they shot twice as many times dubbed this year the year of the child. In addi- as we did. Our struggles are coming on the tion to some really exciting programs we offensive end currently. We keep turning the have in the works for our anniversary, we also ball over, a lot of times before we are even in want to focus even more on bringing art to the our offensive set. I’m not displeased with how we run our offense, and I’m not displeased children of Barry County.” The Thornapple Arts Council of Barry with the shots we are taking. We just don’t get County was founded in November 1985 by enough looks at the basket because we are Sue Drummond with help from John sloppy with the ball too often. That’s the part Fehsenfeld and many supporters behind the of the game we need to improve on the most.” scenes. Twenty-five years later, Thornapple Hastings turned the ball over 25 times on Arts Council members, volunteers and staff the night, including 11 times in the opening maintain their vision to spark creativity, com- quarter. Forest Hills Eastern still only manmunity and culture through programs and aged to come away with an 8-6 lead at the end education that bring enrichment and quality of one, but extended their lead to 20 points in the third quarter as the Saxons continued to of life to Barry County residents. have problems on offense. Kayla Vogel led the Saxons with ten points, and Veronica Hayden added seven. Hastings also got seven rebounds from Dani Meredith and six from Gabrielle Shipley. “My girls are working pretty hard, but that is a solid FHE team,” Laubaugh said. “Lots of seniors, lots of experience, very few losses. We played well in spurts against them.” Delton Follies set for three-day run Members of the Delton Kellogg Theatre Arts Company rehearse their act for the Delton High Follies, “Singing in the Rain,” to be held Feb. 17 and 19-20. From left, they are Caleb Alman, Meghan Bortle, Robert Rowse, Andrea Merriman, Sarah Eddy, Riley Heckman, Aubrey Beeler, Taylor Hennessey and Brad Eddy. The group is directed by Jessica Barnes. Shows are at 7 p.m. in addition to a Saturday, Feb. 20 matinee show at 2 p.m. in the high school auditorium. A variety of acts will be performing. All tickets are $5 each and can be purchased In the high school office. Some tickets may be available at the door. Lakewood ladies earn title at the Hastings Saxonfest The scores remain inconsistent but the performances strong for the Lakewood varsity competitive cheer team. The Vikings won Saturday’s Saxonfest in Hastings with score of 694.56, that was more than 40 points than the Lakewood score the previous weekend. Lakewood head coach Kim Martin though said that her team performed much better at Hastings on Saturday than it had at the Waverly Warrior Invitational where it scored a 736.92. “We had three good rounds Saturday, with our best performance in round one. Round two looked good again today, but we need to really work hard on cleaning up our springs and back walkovers. “Round three was strong today with just a couple timing issues, but all our stunts stuck and looked good on Saturday.” Thornapple Kellogg was second on the day, followed by Hastings, and Zeeland East. Despite a whopping total of 748.1256, the Vikings placed third behind Mason’s score of 770.1284 and Haslett’s 758.2552 at Wednesday’s Capital Area Activities Conference Crossover Meet at Mason. DeWitt was fourth in the competition with a score of 729.2040, followed by St. Johns 718.9464, and Lansing Catholic 698.3360. Lakewood scored a 226.0 in round one there, a 221.5256 in round two, and a 300.6 in round three. Mason had the top score in the first round, a 230.4, and in the third, a 314.4. The top round two score came from Haslett, a 230.8552. Hastings varsity girls aren’t getting enough shots off Arts council kicks off 25-year celebration with logo contest To begin the celebration of its 25th anniversary, the Thornapple Arts Council is sponsoring a logo contest with a $100 prize. Local artists are asked to submit their logos to the arts council by Friday, Feb. 19. “We are thrilled to be celebrating our silver anniversary and are looking for a special way to commemorate it,” said Tom Wiswell, president of the Thornapple Arts Council Board of Directors. “What better way than to have a contest to get the creative juices of our local artists flowing and create a logo to be used throughout 2010?” All logo submissions should use the current Thornapple Arts Council logo and include some component commemorating the organization’s anniversary. Examples of such components include 25, 25th anniversary and 1985 to 2010. Logos should be available in black and white as well as color. More information and a downloadable The Lakewood varsity competitive cheer team celebrates its championship at Saturday’s Saxon Cheerfest in Hastings. Olivet scores KVA win over the DK boys Olivet moved out to a double-digit halftime lead, and held on for a 63-53 win over the Delton Kellogg varsity boys’ basketball team Friday. The Panthers fall to 6-6 overall, and 6-5 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association with the loss. The Eagles led 35-25 at the half. Delton cut that deficit down to 48-41 heading into the fourth quarter. Delton was led on the night by Cody Anderson, who had 20 points and nine rebounds. Mitchell Wandell added 12 points and ten boards. Ryan Watson had nine points and five assists, and Jordan Bourdo added five assists as well. Olivet got 23 points from Jay Cousineau, 12 from Tanner McCarn, and 11 from Ryan Bond. The Panthers’ contest with Hackett Catholic Central Tuesday was postponed. Delton returns to action Friday night at Schoolcraft, then will be home to face Constantine next Tuesday. Hastings is now 5-10 overall this season, and 1-8 in the O-K Gold Conference. Tuesday night’s contest against Caledonia was post- poned, and will be made up next Tuesday. The Saxons are at Grand Rapids Catholic Central Friday night. by Brett Bremer Trojans will miss talented senior in dual with Saxons Hate to call a kid out, but man Nick - they’re going to miss you. The Hastings and Thornapple Kellogg varsity wrestling teams will meet for their second dual of the season today (Feb. 11), after the winter storm forced the postponement of Wednesday’s Division 2 District Tournament - at least the one in Middleville. Back on that cold, rainy October Saturday when the Thornapple Kellogg varsity football team was taking on Caledonia in Ralph E. Meyers Stadium, Tape’s hit on Caledonia’s Brett McCarty would have drawn praise from his defensive coaches. Last Saturday though, Tape wasn’t a linebacker anymore and McCarty wasn’t a fullback. Tape was tossed from Saturday’s O-K Gold Conference Championship for flagrant misconduct in the third period of their 171-pound championship match. McCarty had a 7-4 lead at the time, and had a pretty good shot of going on to win the match. After a McCarty escape, the two were separated on the mat with McCarty down partially inside and partially outside of the ring and Tape closer to the center. Tape came running in and put his head and shoulder into the chest of McCarty knocking him backwards out of bounds. Nobody I talked to could remember hearing a whistle before the hit. Tape already had one unsportsmanlike penalty against him in the match though. You’re a senior man. You’ve gotta be smarter than that at this point. The flagrant misconduct not only cost Tape the match, but cost the Trojan team all the points he had earned during the competition. I heard that was between 20 and 25, meaning the final score between the Saxons and Trojans would have been much closer. The bigger loss for TK is that Tape won’t be able to wrestle in the district tournament. Trojan head coach Tom Fletke talked afterwards about how he felt bad for the other kids who have worked so hard, and for the team’s fans. Hastings’ head coach Mike Goggins brought up the fact that he felt bad because it’s always nice to wrestle teams when they’re at their best, although he was certain that the Trojan program would be able to find another talented wrestler waiting in the wings. Tape of course scored one of the five Trojan victories in their conference dual with the Saxons last month, a 31-21 Hastings’ victory. The Trojans were also without senior 152-pounder Thomas Tabor Saturday, and Steven Cung Bik forfeited his 145-pound final to Hastings’ Collin Ferguson because of an injury, but still had managed to show a little improvement in some areas against the Saxons. Pete Westra at 215 pounds avoided getting caught in Beau Reaser’s signature move, and went on to win a flight title. The Trojans’ Adrian Foster lost a one-point decision to the Saxons’ Colton Marlette in the 285-pound championship Saturday, after needing a last second escape to avoid a major decision defeat in the teams’ dual. This upcoming dual could still be tighter and even more exciting than the first one, but like coach Goggins said, “you want to be able to beat them at full strength.” �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 11, 2010 — Page 15 Maple Valley scores second win over the Comets by Brett Bremer Sports Editor A couple of buckets by Jennifer Kent, a couple of steals by Jorden Beachnau, and a lot of pressure by the Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball team cut a seven-point Kalamazoo Christian lead down to two in the opening minutes of the second half. The Lions didn’t overtake the Comets until late in the third quarter, and needed a running one-hander from Elizabeth Stewart with 15.8 seconds left in the fourth, but that 6-0 flurry to start the second half was the spark the Lions needed. Maple Valley improved to 8-7 overall and 7-6 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association with TK in the middle of a tough stretch Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity boys’ basketball team slipped below .500 on the season with a pair of O-K Gold Conference losses in Grand Rapids last week. The Trojans were downed by South Christian 62-54 Friday. The Sailors responded to a strong start by the Trojans, by outscoring them 22-7 in the second quarter. TK had built a 15-8 first quarter lead. South Christian got 18 points from Mitch Huisman and 17 from Drew Stegehuis on the night. Cory Veenstra chipped in ten points as well. The Trojans had a big night from their big center, Jared Stolicker, who finished with 31 points. Greg Hamilton added 11 points for the Trojans, and Coley McKeough nine TK is now 6-7 overall on the season, and sports a 3-6 league mark. Wayland will host the Trojans Friday night. SMCCC closes season with championship on Saturday Maple Valley’s varsity competitive cheer team finished sixth at Wednesday’s Southern Michigan Competitive Cheer Conference jamboree hosted by Schoolcraft. The Lions had the lowest round one score of the day, a 166.1, but came back to surpass Bronson to stay off the bottom. The Lions added a 144.9560 in round two, and a 245.8 in round three. Schoolcraft took the day’s championship with a total score of 646.9026. White Pigeon was second at 632.9960, followed by ClimaxScotts 604.4400, Pennfield 583.5360, Delton Kellogg 575.9990, Maple Valley 556.8560, and Bronson 554.2640. Schoolcraft had the highest score of the day in each of the first two rounds, a 199.1 in round one and a 168.5026. The top round three performance came from the White Pigeon team, which turned in a 281.4. Schoolcraft wasn’t far behind in that third round, scoring a 279.3. White Pigeon also had a 191.9 in round one, and a 159.6960 in round two. Delton Kellogg scored a 183.3 in round one, a 147.4990 in round two, and a 245 .2 in round three. The SMCCC Championship Meet will be Saturday at White Pigeon. A couple of SMCCC teams were together again Saturday, and they saw the Gull Lake Blue Devils win the Delton Kellogg Invitational with a score of 702.2000. Paw Paw was second on the day with a score of 662.4966, followed by Pennfield 630.9360, Coloma 614.4880, Delton Kellogg 596.7320, Allegan 585.2508, Maple Valley 510.3090, Bangor 502.8500, and Martin 379.3740. Delton’s girls scored a 183.5 in round one, a156.0320 in round two, and a 257.2 in round three. Maple Valley had a 157.5(-8) in round one, 143.0090 in round two, and a 225.8(-8) in round three. Gull Lake had the day’s highest score in each round, a 204.1 in round one, 205.7 in round two, and 292.4 in round three. B O W L I N G SCORES Tuesday Mixed Grove Street Cafe 57-35; Hastings City Bank 52.5-39.5; Hurless Machine Shop 4943; Boyce Milk Hauler 49-43; Barry County Red Cross 36-56; J Bar Antique Tractors 31.5-60.5. Men’s Good Games - K. Armstrong 229; G. Hause 223; P. Scobey 209; C. Steeby 201; T. Graham 196; K. Beebe 195; L. Porter 189; D. Blakely 179. Men’s Good Series - K. Armstrong 646; G. Hause 559; P. Scobey 544; C. Steeby 546; C. Armstrong 473; K. Beebe 502; L. Porter 482; D. Blakely 504. Women’s Good Games - D. Ware 187; M. Westbrook 183; L. Whiteman 166; S. Beebe 158; B. Ramey 154; B. Norris 149; B. Wilkins 149. Women’s Good Games - D. Ware 471; M. Westbrook 469; L. Whiteman 394; S. Beebe 452; B. Ramey 395; D. Service 404; B. Wilkins 412. Tuesday Trio Coleman’s 75; Lu’s Team 53.5; CBS 52; Lynn Denton* 50.5; Twisted Sister’s*50; Trouble 48; Quick Response Fire 46; Lucky STrikes 46; Delton Pole* 38; Super Crips 34; Sister’s* 34; Team 12*0. * Team make up. High Game - D. James 242; T. Daniels 237; Shirlee V. 235; P. Ramey 227. High Series - Shirlee V. 591; T. Daniels 588; L. Potter 573; Heather 570. Sunday Night Mixed Sandbaggers 62 1/2; Pinchasers 50 1/2; Lanes Divided 50; Team Ate 48; Skabbs 47; Shelly’s Country Daycare 45; Sunday Snoozers 44; Funky Bowlers 44; Straight Liners 44; Late Arrivals 42; The Heath Gang 38. Women’s Good Games and Series - S. Vandenburg 228-591; N. Mroz 203-584; K. Becker 186-544; A. Hubbell 225-513; F. Ames 166-478; K. Farlee 178-471; M. Olin 166-466; D. Roberts 144-415; M. Heath 195; N. Shafer 192; M. Simpson 171; S. Symonds 123. Men’s Good Games and Series - R. Guild 245-634; B. Hubbell 226-622; Tny. Heath 218-603; C. Merica 218-600; B. Churchill 201-585; S. Olin 217-584; B. Shafer 216572; Tly. Heath 204-563; S. Farlee 194-548; T. Cooley 196-518; JJ Britten 159-458; M. Bassett 135-366; M. Eaton 209; R. Snyder 197; S. Wilkins 195; B. Heath 174. Friday Night Mixed Matt’s Bunch 53; Shirlee’s Family 49; Spencer’s Towing and Tree 49; Ten Pins 42 1/2; The 4 B’s 39 1/2; Dum Schitz 39; 9-n-a- Wiggle 38 1/2; Part Time 36; Heads Out 35; Haldan 34 1/2; Team #13 33; All But One 33; Oldies Not Goodies 33; Spare Time 33. Women’s Good Games and Series - K. Becker 217-586; F. Bell 205-561; J. Gasper 212-554; R. Murrah 199-545; E. Johnson 161-486; M. Mathis 162-476; O. Gillons 149401; J. Bowman 152-374; S. Vandenburg 204; A. Keillor 169; M. Sears 164; K. Mathews 147; L. Clark 137. Men’s Good Games and Series - M. McKee 245-652; B. Taylor 216-627; J. Daniel 222-620; M. Pennington 224-585; J. Barnum III 185-543; M. Hall 206-536; D. Sears 217514; B. Bell 162-448; S. Abbott 182-413; K. Matthews 139-381; J. Bush 236; B. Bowman 232; M. Eaton 232; J. Barnum 212; L. Porter 212; M. Kasinsky 209; F. Thompson 189; A. Taylor 180. Mixerettes James Process Service 51-37; Kent Oil 5038; NBT 46-42; Nashville Chiropractic 4642; Dewey’s Auto Body 45-43; Dean’s Dolls 43-45; Sassy Babes 40-48; Good Friends 3157. Good Games and Series - N. Bechtel 154437; K. Fowler 191-501; P. Fowler 127; N. Potter 181-472; B. Hathaway 165-460; T. Redman 167-442; M. Rodgers 173-480; K. Eberly 175; E. Bond 130; D. Worm 181-511; S. VanDenburg 234-618; D. James 183; V. Carr 187; B. Anders 163; S. Nash 180-468. Senior Citizens Just Having Fun 51-33; Usedtobe #1 5030*; Sun Risers 48-36; Butterfingers 47.536.5; Three Gals and a Guy 47-37; Be Happy 44-40; King Pins 41.5-42.5; Kuempel 40-44; Early Risers 37-47; Ward’s Friends 36-48; M&M’s 31-53; Just Friends 27-53*. *Games to be made up. Good Games and Series Women - M. Kingsley 114; R. Murphy 179-467; E. Moore 171-435; B. Benedict 169-440; M. Larsen 179-507; C. Stuart 191-463; G. Otis 177; N. Boniface 172-472; A. Tasker 145-416; R. Pitts 151-407; E. Dunham 170. Good Games and Series Men - K. Schantz 167; W. Mallekotte 182; R. Obreiter 194; B. Akers 204; J. Kleinbrink 154-436; P. Krystiniak 173-510; W. Talsma 509-515; R. McDonald 203. Wednesday P.M. Hair Care 57-31; Four Pals 51-37; Eye and ENT 46.5-41.5; Mill’s Landing 46-42; The River 38.5-49.5; NBT 25-63. Good Games and Series - B. Norris 129; J. Pitch 134; N. Potter 158-438; L. Elliston 206; E. Ulrich 175; R. Murrah 167; G. Potter 157-433; N. Boniface 175. Maple Valley’s Elizabeth Stewart drives towards the basket during the third quarter of her team’s win over Kalamazoo Christian Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) a 57-54 win over the Comets. “The kids battled all the way through, 11 kids and the coaching staff working together,” said Maple Valley head coach Landon Wilkes. “This is going to sound ironic, but it was kind of nice to see a decent size crowd too. Seeing the community support is important to these kids. They love playing in front of their family and friends.” Kalamazoo Christian led 29-22 at the half. Maple Valley got the opening points of the third quarter on a bucket from Catara Briggs, then the Lions got a pair of steals from Beachnau that eventually led to buckets by Kent. The lead was down to 29-28 for the Comets. “The press was huge tonight. Huge. Got a lot of steals off that. We cut our turnovers down from the other night, we still had too many though,” Wilkes said. Beachnau had five steals, to go along with her seven points. Stewart had four steals, and 14 points. Kent led the Lions with 21 points, and also chipped in four assists. Maple Valley pulled even with the Comets on a three by Kent with 4:11 left in the third, 34-34. The teams were back and forth a bit from there, until Kent hit a three to tie the game again at 54-54 with 1:04 left in the fourth quarter. The Lions got the ball back with just over half a minute to play on a Comet turnover, and Stewart drove the lane for the shot that proved to be the game winner. While the pressure defense was there, there were a couple things the Lions could have done to make things easier on themselves. They had 17 turnovers, and only 16 rebounds as a team. “Offensively, we’ve got to get some more ball movement,” Wilkes said. “We had too much one-on-one and two-on-two. That works in some games, but it’s not going to work in all games.” Kalamazoo Christian got 12 points from Kayleigh Vankeulen on the night, nine from Stephanie Herder, and seven each from Emily Corning and Janelle Leiter. The Comets had a five-point lead when The Lions’ Catara Briggs traps the Comets’ Stephanie Herder in the backcourt during the fourth quarter Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) their primary ball-handler, Vankeulen, fouled out with 1:51 to play. Maple Valley went on a 8-0 run the rest of the way. Maple Valley heads to Hackett Catholic Central Friday night. Undefeated Olivet gets a challenge from DK girls Olivet had a new question every time Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ basketball team came up with an answer Friday. The visiting Panthers led 24-22 midway through the second quarter, but an 11-0 run sparked by the Eagle defense changed the momentum of the game and Olivet improved to 15-0 on the year with a 62-44 victory. Delton Kellogg head coach Rick Williams said that his team had been able to deal with the Eagles’ three-quarter court trap, then it’s half-court zone trap, but when the Eagles threw a man-trap against them there in the middle of the second quarter his team took a little too long to adjust. The Panthers played well though, as they fell to 9-6 overall on the season and 8-5 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. Andrea Polley was 6-of-12 from the floor for the night, and finished with a team-high 13 points for Delton. Taylor Blacken chipped in six points for the Panthers, and Adrianna Culbert had 12 rebounds to go along with her six points. Hannah Williams also added six points for the Panthers, as well as five rebounds, two steals, and three assists. Olivet got 19 points from Katy Barkley, 16 from Kelsey Campbell, nine from Leslee Rigelman, and seven from Jackie Cousineau. The Panthers’ contest with Hackett Catholic Central Tuesday was postponed, and Delton will return to action Friday night at Schoolcraft. Next Tuesday, the Panthers play host to Constantine. DK third, with two champs, at KVA Constantine edged the defending league champs from Schoolcraft by two points at Saturday’s Kalamazoo Valley Association Tournament hosted by Pennfield to earn the league title for the first time. Constantine and Schoolcraft wrestlers met eight times Saturday, and split those four meetings 4-4. The Eagles actually had an edge in the finals, winning three of the four matches where the two teams met for flight titles, and had six individual champions over all. The Falcons had four champions, and 11 total medallists to Schoolcraft’s ten. Constantine finished with 196 points and Schoolcraft 194. Delton Kellogg was a distant third with 147 points, followed by Pennfield 86, Olivet 83, Maple Valley 69, Parchment 43, and Galesburg-Augusta 25. A pair of Delton Kellogg wrestlers won titles on the day, with Jeff Bissett taking the championship at 130 pounds and Trevor Curtice winning at 171. Delton had nine medallists in all. Bissett pinned Galesburg-Augusta’s Jesse Ring in the semifinals, then scored a 13-4 major decision over Schoolcraft’s Austin Landis in the championship round. Curtice had to wrestle three matches, and scored falls in all three including a 1 minute 6 second pinning of Constantine’s Dominick Rogers. Delton had four wrestlers reach their flight finals, with David Dempsey losing out in a 32 decision against Constantine’s Zach Lucas at 152 pounds and heavyweight Robert Hughes getting pinned by Schoolcraft’s Colin Monroe in their final. Paul Guenther at 140 pounds, Harley Miller at 160, and David Dalm at 215 were all third for the Delton team, while Keegan Planck at 145, and Jansen Fluty at 189 placed fourth. Maple Valley’s top finish came from Tyler Franks at 140 pounds. He was downed by Schoolcraft’s Zach VanZile 6-0 in the championship. The Lions’ Cash Flower (145 pounds), James Samann (152), Cody Myers (112), and Zack Baird (119) were third, and Waylon Eaton (130) was fourth. Other league champions on the day were Constantine’s Chase Gearhart (103), Dustin Moyer (112), Ben Mallo (145), Pennfield’s Zach Case (119), Olivet’s Henry McKeown (125), and Schoolcraft’s Austin Landis (130), Connor Sharp (160), Brandon McNees (189), and Alex Caporossir (215). Defense lets Saxons down at FHE by Brett Bremer Sports Editor What’s normally the Saxons’ strength suddenly wasn’t Friday. Hastings’ varsity boys’ basketball team suffered a 64-48 loss at Forest Hills Eastern In O-K Gold Conference action. The Hawks moved the ball well, and had four players finish in double figures scoring on the night. The Saxons themselves didn’t do enough to slow down the Hawks. “We had a total breakdown on our defense,” said Hastings’ head coach Don Schils. “It was different things at different times. At the beginning of the game we didn’t get back and they got some easy lay-ups, which we don’t usually give up. We did a poor job of stopping penetration, with guys blowing by us and guys not helping.” “It’s our basic defense, and we need to do a better job of concentrating on what we need to do to execute it.” Bradley Rosenzweig led Forest Hills Eastern with 15 points on the night, while Adam Hoffhines added 14, Fred Smyser 13, and Mike Gordon ten. The Hawk lead was just five points at the half, but they extended that with a 16-8 run in the third quarter. They led 46-33 heading into the fourth. The Saxons cut that lead down to nine a couple times. “We moved the basketball. That’s something we have to do to create good shots. We really don’t have players who make things happen on their own,” Schils said. The Saxons just didn’t get the stops they needed to pull any closer in the fourth quarter. Zach Passmore led Hastings on the night with 20 points and nine rebounds. He was 6of-8 from the floor, and 8-of-8 at the foul line. Grant Heide chipped in ten points. The Saxons are now 5-9 overall this season and 1-8 in the O-K Gold Conference. The Saxons have lost their last five ball games. Tuesday’s contest with Caledonia was postponed until next Tuesday. Friday night, the Saxons travel to take on Grand Rapids Catholic Central. Hastings Middle School to celebrate first Sportsmanship Week The Hastings Middle School Saxon Pride Club has announced that the school will celebrate its first Sportsmanship Week March 1 to 5. The middle school will join more than 13,000 schools nationwide and in more than 100 countries in celebrating the 20th annual National Sportsmanship Day Tuesday, March 2. National Sportsmanship Day was developed by the Institute for International Sport to create an awareness of the issues of ethics, fair play and sportsmanship within athletics and in society. Events scheduled for Sportsmanship Week at Hastings Middle School include activities in homebase classrooms that promote good sportsmanship; giveaways and activities during the school’s three home athletic events that week; a “good sportsmanship” slogan contest, which is already underway; and more. “Where will this lead? For now, we want kids (and parents and teachers and coaches) talking,” said Cheryl Goggins, co-advisor of the HMS Saxon Pride Club. “We are hoping to have members of the HMS Saxon Pride Club meet this spring with other similar organizations in the middle schools with whom we compete. We would like the students to create a sportsmanship code of conduct that all of the schools agree to following at athletic events. In the big picture, this will naturally lead to extending it to parent and community involvement and exploring how these concepts apply to the classroom as well.” The Saxon Pride Club has been selling the $5 T-shirts bearing the winning slogan to wear during Sportsmanship Week. Wearing the T-shirts will make students eligible for discounts and prizes, said Goggins. All proceeds from the shirt sale will be donated to the Red Cross. “The sportsmanship theme is one that applies not just to athletics, but how one conducts his or her life — in the classroom, on the field, on the court, in our families, on the job,” added Goggins. “As we continue to promote this sportsmanship theme, we hope to see all the good things our students already do reflected their behavior and attitude — at games and in the classroom.” National Sportsmanship Day was first celebrated in 1990. Since then, the Institute for International Sport estimates that more than 90 million individuals have actively participated in the event through their schools, clubs or leagues. �Page 16 — Thursday, February 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Forest Hills hands TK-Hastings first league loss by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Is Forest Hills the top team in the O-K Rainbow Conference? “By far. Yeah, yeah,” said Thornapple Kellogg-Hastings varsity boys’ swimming Thornapple Kellogg-Hastings’ Joshua Wheeler flies high above the pool during the diving competition at the Forest Hills Aquatic Center Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) coach Tyler Bultema. Forest Hills won the dual, between two teams that started the conference season with 3-0 records, 111-72 Thursday at the Forest Hills Community Aquatic Center. “They have the ability to pretty much put anybody anywhere,” Bultema added. Forest Hills had the top two finishers in each of the first four individual events, and two of the three scoring relays in the first two relay races - before taking their foot off the gas in the final relay of the day. The Trojans did swim well. “More than ten personal bests. That’s what we try to do,” said Bultema. In that final relay of the day, the 400-yard freestyle, the TK-Hastings team of Tyler Swanson, Zack Zwiernikowski, Jacob Bailey, and Brad Gagnon set a new school record with their time of 3 minutes 40.53 seconds. Three of those four swimmers contributed individual wins for the TK-Hastings team, with Bailey winning the 100-yard backstroke in 1:03.83, Swanson the 100-yard butterfly in 59.78 seconds, and Gagnon the 100-yard freestyle in 54.74. Bailey and Swanson also had a good race against each other for third place in the 200yard individual medley, with Bailey touching the wall six hundredths of a second ahead of Swanson in 2:21.78. Forest Hills’ Brandon Muma won the race in 2:12.28, with Roger White second in 2:12.80. Muma teamed with Paul Kersjes, Griff Thornapple Kellogg-Hastings’ Bret Miller races along in the 200-yard freestyle event Thursday against Forest Hills. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lions struggle to find shooting touch 06706380 TK-Hastings’ senior Jacob Bailey cruises through the water during the 100-yard backstroke race Thursday against Forest Hills. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Billups, and Hayden Cassidy to win the 200yard medley relay to start the night with a time of 1:44.65. Other winners for Forest Hills were Nate Fagen in the 200-yard freestyle (1:56.55); Bradley Klanderman in the 50-yard freestyle (24.00) and 500-yard freestyle (5:03.76); Nick Nicoletti in the diving competition (210.25 points); Thomas Parlmer in the 100- South’s girls score league win over TK The Trojans had another tough night scoring the basketball Friday. Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity girls’ basketball team fell 58-19 at South Christian. TK had just four points in the first, third, and fourth quarters, and seven in the second. The Sailors led 14-4 after one quarter, and 28-11 at the half. Laura VanEngen paced South with 11 points, while Bethany Hulst and Angelique Gaddy had eight points each. TK got eight points from Kiley Buursma, and five from Cassie Holwerda. The game against South Christian was the start of a five game road swing for the Trojans, although Tuesday’s trip to Grand Rapids Catholic Central was postponed. TK heads to Wayland Friday. yard breaststroke (1:12.44); and the 200-yard freestyle relay team of Dan Jakubowski, Christian Westendorp, Tyler Woodard, and Ian Blaschka (1:43.53). Forest Hills’ top two teams in the 200-yard freestyle relay, and its top team in the 200yard medley relay all met the Division 1 state qualifying times. The Trojans earned victories over Wayland, Ottawa Hills, and West Catholic to open the conference season. Tuesday (Feb. 2) against West Catholic, the TK-Hastings boys scored a 104-82 win. TK-Hastings swimmers won every relay on that night, with Bailey, Kevin Osterink, Swanson, and Gagnon starting things off by finishing the 200-yard medley relay in 1:51.73. Swanson, Craig Gagnon, Brad Gagnon, and Osterink won the 200-yard freestyle relay in 1:38.52. Swanson, Bailey, Craig Gagnon, and Brad Gagnon won the 400-yard freestyle relay in 3:43.46. Craig Gagnon also won the 100-yard freestyle in 56.50. Carl Olsen won the 200yard freestyle for TK-Hastings in 2:12.46, and the 500-yard freestyle in 6:10.88. West Catholic’s Hunter Nemmers won the 50-yard freestyle in 23.98. TK-Hastings also had Zack Zwiernikowski win the 100-yard butterfly in 1:04.62. Other winners for the Falcons were Forest West in the 200-yard individual medley (2:21.14) and 100-yard backstroke (1:01.19), Nick Burciaga in the diving (337.30), and Kyle Morrison in the 100-yard breaststroke (1:16.09). The Trojans to Grand Rapids to take on the Central/Creston team Thursday. SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11 4:15 pm Boys MS Wrestling 5:00 pm Boys Varsity Wrestling 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm Girls Boys Boys Girls Boys Fresh. Fresh. Varsity JV JV Basketball Basketball Swimming Basketball Basketball WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 Newhall MS & Allegan MS Team Districts @ MTK (Resched. from 2/10) GR Catholic Central GR Catholic Central Creston/Central GR Catholic Central GR Catholic Central H A H A A H A FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 6:00 pm Girls Varsity Basketball GR Catholic Central 7:00 pm Boys Varsity Ice Hockey Northview HS 7:30 pm Boys Varsity Basketball GR Catholic Central A H A SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13 9:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 1:00 pm Boys Boys Girls Girls Boys MS Varsity Varsity JV Varsity Wrestling Wrestling Cheer Cheer Ice Hockey Hillsdale Invite A Ind. Districts @ Charlotte A Conf. Finals H Conf. Finals H Kalamazoo Blades A TBA TBA 4:15 pm 5:30 pm 6:00 pm Girls Girls Girls Girls Boys 7th “B” 8th “B” 7th “A” 8th “A” Varsity Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball Wrestling To Be Announced To Be Announced Newhall-White Newhall-White Team Regionals @ GR Northview H H A A A Caledonia TKHS TKHS GR Catholic Central TKHS TKHS A H A H A H THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18 4:15 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm Boys Boys Girls Boys Girls Boys MS Fresh. Fresh. Varsity JV JV Wrestling Basketball Basketball Swimming Basketball Basketball Times and dates subject to change. Thanks to This Week’s Sponsor: Hastings Orthopedic Clinic, P.C. “Quality Care with Compassion” MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15 6:30 pm Girls Varsity Cheer 6:30 pm Girls JV Cheer Maple Valley’s Austin Tobias fires a shot up over Kalamazoo Christian center Brandon Cook for two points during the fourth quarter Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Caledonia HS Caledonia HS A A TKHS TKHS TKHS TKHS A H H A TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm Girls 7th “B” Girls 8th “B” Girls 8th “A” Girls 7th “A” Band Concert Boys Varsity Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball Swimming Spring Lake HS H 840 Cook Rd. Hastings, MI 49058 Phone: 269-945-9520 Toll Free: 800-596-1005 Contact us on the web @ www.hoc-mi.com HASTINGS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Contact Laura 948-0506 to Sponsor the Sports Schedule 77542866 The Lions’ Cody Brumm loses Kalamazoo Christian defender Kevin Cooper as he dribbles around a screen from teammate Riley Fisher Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor “Some days they fall. Sometimes they don’t.” Unfortunately for the Lions, Friday was another night where they didn’t. Those were the words of Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball head coach Trent Harvey after his team’s 54-41 Kalamazoo Valley Association loss to Kalamazoo Christian Friday. The loss drops the Lions’ record to 013 overall this season, and 0-11 in the KVA. “It’s getting closer to where they should start falling for all these kids. They work hard enough in practice,” Harvey said. The Lions cut a Kalamazoo Christian lead from nine points early in the second half down to two with a 7-0 run, but then couldn’t keep up with the Comets the rest of the way. Comet senior Tyler Dekoekkoek didn’t have much trouble getting the ball to fall through the net. He finished with a game-high 17 points. He stopped the Lion run early in the third quarter with a three-pointer, then drilled two more threes early in the fourth to help push a 39-31 Comet lead up to 46-31. “He hit one in (Cody) Brumm’s face, then he came down and hit another one in the corner,” Harvey said of Dekoekkoek. “Just a great athlete making great shots.” Kalamazoo Christian also got 14 points on the night from Jorden DeHaan, and 12 from Jared Dykstra. The game was tied 9-9 after one quarter, but Kalamazoo Christian scored the first ten points of the second quarter to take control. A couple of steals from the Lion press, and some strong attacking by Garrett Reid led to the Lions’ closing that gap early in the second half. The Lions got eight points from Austin Tobias on the night, and six each from Reid and Kyle Burns. Riley Fisher and Josh Burd chipped in five points each. Tobias and Dylan Hall had five rebounds each. Harvey thought his team battled well despite the shooting struggles. The Lions outrebounded the Comets 27 to 22, and only had 14 turnovers. The Lions hit the road Friday to take on Hackett Catholic Central. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 11, 2010 — Page 17 Saxons still 4th at topsy-turvy O-K Gold jamboree by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Those weren’t peace signs the Wayland cheerleaders were holding up Wednesday. It was a “we’re number two” gesture. The O-K Gold Conference was turned on its head Wednesday. Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity competitive cheer team, which had won each of the first two league jamborees, finished fifth on the day. Wayland, which had been in a battle for Hastings for fourth place at the first two league jamborees, was second. “(Wayland) did a great job. We’re always fighting to get out of the last two places,” said Hastings’ head coach Amy Hubbell. Grand Rapids Catholic Central won for the first time this season, finishing with a total score of 727.812. The Cougars now have a one-point lead over the Trojans and a twopoint lead over Caledonia in the overall conference standings, with one jamboree at Caledonia and the Feb. 13 championship at Hastings as the last two league events. “We had a bad night,” said TK head coach Abby DeWildt. “We’re entitled to it. We put in a lot of changes in the last week, but there’s no excuses.” “We had two injuries, two girls out. That’s not an excuse. We don’t need excuses. We’ll be back.” Wayland finished with a score of 714.6056 Wednesday, followed by Caledonia 688.1372, Hastings 686.6488, and Thornapple Kellogg 676.4972. The Caledonia Fighting Scots and the Hastings Saxons were both a little upset that they just missed their round three execution bonuses. The Scots were just .2 away from it. “It was amazing,” Hubbell said. “It was the The Saxons perform during round two Wednesday at Thornapple Kellogg High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) best round three we’ve ever done, absolutely amazing. “For some reason, we just didn’t get the execution points.” The Saxons finished with a 275.8 in round three. They also added a 195.6488 in round two, and a 215.2 in round one. The 215.2 in round one was one of the Saxons’ best performances in that round this season. Catholic Central would up having the top score of each round on the day, just edging the Wildcats in round three 303.9 to 303.2. The Cougars also scored a 221.3 in round one, and a 202.612 in round two. Wayland was fourth after a round one where it scored a 210.5, behind TK’s 218 and Hastings’ 215.2 along with the Cougars’ total. Caledonia managed just a 197.7 in the opening round. “We were disappointed in our round one performance,” said Caledonia head coach Heidi Snoap. “We like to see the team go out there and start it off with a bang. The Scots were third in each of the next two rounds, while the Trojans were fifth. Caledonia scored a 198.4372 in round two, and a 293 in round three. TK tallied a 186.4972 in the second round and closed out the evening with a 272. Thornapple Kellogg’s JV girls won in the league for the first time this season Wednesday, finishing with a total score of 589.2304. Shots don’t fall often enough for Vikes in loss at Corunna Hastings’ varsity competitive cheer team shows off a round three stunt during Wednesday's O-K Gold Conference Jamboree at Thornapple Kellogg High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Thornapple Kellogg’s girls perform their round three routine during Wednesday’s O-K Gold Jamboree in Middleville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Viking coach loses his beard by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The beard is gone, and the Vikings hope it doesn’t come back. Lakewood varsity boys’ basketball coach Vitor Imbuzeiro said his wife was very confident as the Vikings headed to Corunna looking for their second win of the season Friday. Imbuzeiro decided that he wouldn’t trim his beard until the Vikings won again. She packed the clippers. She passed them off to the team on its way into the locker room after the Vikings scored their second win of the season over the Cavaliers, 64-54. “It was a big party. There were a lot of smiles in the locker room,” Imbuzeiro said. “They made me shave it right there. It was fun.” Lakewood got contributions from everyone in the ten-point win. Nate Bryans led the way with 12 points, Dylan Benit added ten, and Spencer Schuiling and Brandon Stahl had eight each. Cody Lindemulder and Ryne Musbach chipped in six points apiece, and Sam Desgranges had five. The Vikings jumped on the Cavaliers early, outscoring them 38-17 in the first half. Corunna though did its best to make a game of it in the second half. “Corunna came out of the locker room running and shooting threes and doing everything, and kind of got our team surprised.” The Cavaliers went on an 18-9 run in the third quarter to pull within 14 points, but never got much closer than that. John Basso led Corunna with 12 points, and Jalen Schlachter finished with 11. Lakewood is now 2-11 on the season, and 2-5 in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division. The Vikings will be at home against Perry for Winterfest Friday. Corunna tops Vikes again in CAAC by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Vikings needed to near perfection in the championship round in order to catch Corunna at Saturday’s Capital Area Activities Conference League Tournament and earn a share of the league title. It didn’t take long to see they weren’t going to get there. Portland’s Justin Pung scored a reversal with just 22 seconds left in the third period against Lakewood’s Mason Blackmer in the 171-pound championship match which opened the final round. The escape tied the match at 1-1, and sent it to overtime. Pung then got the winning take down with just a second left on the clock in the first extra session. Corunna then padded its lead as the Cavaliers’ Alex Bishop pinned Lakewood’s Alex Hunter 1 minute and 55 seconds into their 189-pound championship. The Vikings also lost a tough one-point decision in the 112 pound final, as Corunna’s Jake Perrin topped Willie Gross 7-6 after Gross had built a 4-0 lead in the match. “We knew we had to make a couple things happen in order to have a shot at winning it, and that didn’t happen,” said Lakewood head coach Bob Veitch. “Well, we made a couple things happen, but we needed a couple more.” Lakewood put nine wrestlers in the finals, and earned four individual conference championships. Corunna though finished the day with ten in the finals and five champs, accumulating 206 points on the way to a thirdstraight league title. The Vikings were second with a score of 182, followed by Portland 160, Williamston 107, and Perry 45. Ryan Steverson (285 pounds), Joey Jackson (103), Darren Eaton (125), and Jeff Baillargeon (130) earned the four Lakewood flight titles. Steverson topped Portland’s Kevin Zimmerman 3-2 in his title match. It took Lakewood heavyweight Ryan Steverson (right) gets inside on Portland’s Kevin Zimmerman during the 285-pound championship Saturday at the CAAC-White Championship Meet. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Vikings’ Willie Gross (left) tries to avoid giving up a reversal during the second period of his 112-pound championship match against Corunna’s Jake Perrin Saturday at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Jackson less than a minute to pin each of his opponents on the day, including a stick of Corunna’s Keenan Lyon 54 seconds into their championship match. Eaton downed Portland’s Kevin Miller 9-4 in their championship match, and Baillargeon edged the Raiders’ Jared Luellen 3-2 in their final. Lakewood’s Adam Senters (160) Tucker Seese (140), Other conference champions on the day were Portland’s Sam Ness (215) and Trevor Maus (145), Corunna’s Tyler Rosser (125), Luke Perrin (140), and Brennin Adkins (160), and Williamston’s Paul Sawaya (135) and Aaron Risch (152). Lakewood was scheduled to be a part of the Division 3 District Tournament hosted by Belding Wednesday, and will host their own Division 3 Individual District Saturday. by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Lakewood’s varsity girls’ basketball team has traditionally struggled shooting the basketball at Corunna, and that didn’t change Friday night. The host Cavaliers scored a 49-39 Capital Area Activities Conference White Division win over the Vikings. Corunna put 19 points on the board in the first quarter, then pushed its lead to 32-15 by the half. Viking head coach Tal Thompson said that his team’s defense got better and better as the game went on. The Cavaliers only managed 17 points the whole second half. Lakewood eventually cut the Cavalier lead down to nine points and had it at ten a few other times, but expended too much energy to get the difference down any more than that. Emily Kutch led the Vikings with nine points and eight rebounds on the night. Anna Lynch, in her first game of the season, had eight points and five rebounds. Madison King chipped in seven points, and Kali Tobias finished with six rebounds. Lakewood also got three steals from Cassie Thelen, who Thompson said has been playing great defense as of late for the Vikings. On the offensive end, the Vikings were just 1-of-18 from behind the three-point line. The Vikings are now 2-5 in the CAACWhite, and 4-10 overall. Friday, Lakewood returns to league action at home against Perry. �Page 18 — Thursday, February 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Saxons make it five straight Gold championships Hastings’ varsity wrestling team celebrates its fifth straight O-K Gold Conference championship Saturday afternoon at Grand Rapids Catholic Central High School. It’s the eighth championship in the past nine years for the Saxons. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor When asked if winning the O-K Gold Conference championship is any sweeter with Thornapple Kellogg finishing in second place, Hastings’ head coach Mike Goggins didn’t want to admit to it. “I don’t like to say I like to beat Middleville. I like to beat everybody,” he said. The Saxons did beat everybody in the O-K Gold Conference this season, going a perfect 7-0 in duals and then winning Saturday’s O-K Gold Conference Finals at Grand Rapids Catholic Central by more than 30 points over the second-place Trojans. The Saxons’ senior 140-pounder Gage Pederson didn’t have any trouble saying it after he topped Thornapple Kellogg’s Cody Lydy 8-5 in the final round to win their weight class. “It makes it just that much better. It’s nice beating kids, but beating a kid from Middleville makes it that much better,” Pederson said. Pederson won the second individual conference championship of his high school career, after also accomplishing the feat as a sophomore, by going 3-0 on the day. He pinned Ottawa Hills’ Rashaun Reid in the opening round, and then Caledonia’s Justin Bigger in the semifinals. “I had to win it this year. I have been working for both states and this, but this was just a milestone leading up to state,” Pederson said. The Saxons have now won five O-K Gold Conference championships in a row, and have taken at least a share of the title in eight of the past nine seasons. “We had 14 of 14 kids medal. We were the only ones to do that, even though Middleville had more in the finals. We had every one at least make the consolation,” said Hastings’ head coach Mike Goggins. Hastings finished the day with 206.5 points, followed by Thornapple Kellogg 171.50, Caledonia 132.50, Forest Hills Eastern 81.50, Wayland 80.5, Catholic Central 61.5, and Ottawa Hills 9. The Saxons and Trojans could have finished a bit closer in the end, but Trojan senior 171-pounder Nick Tape had his 171-pound championship match against Caledonia’s Brett McCarty brought to an early end as he was whistled for a flagrant misconduct penalty. That cost the Trojans all the points he had earned throughout the day, and prevents him from competing in tonight’s Division 2 Team District meet in Middleville where the Trojans and Saxons are likely to meet again. “I just feel bad for the kids,” TK head coach Tom Fletke said. “I felt the kids had worked really hard to get to where they wanted to be.” That team district tournament was originally scheduled for Wednesday, but was postponed due to the winter weather. “That’s unfortunate for them,” Goggins said of Tape’s disqualification. “That’s certainly not a reflection on the coaching staff. You’re dealing with kids, and kids make mistakes.” Thornapple Kellogg had more wrestlers in the finals than any other team, nine, and had 12 medallists on the day. Hastings and Thornapple Kellogg both finished with four champions. Pederson started a run of three straight champions in the middle weights for Hastings. Collin Ferguson earned the 145pound championship, as the Trojans’ Steven Cung Bik bowed out with an injury. At 152 pounds, the Saxons’ Mike Cross topped Caledonia’s Chase Singleton 11-0 for the title. Hastings’ other champion was Colton Marlette at 285 pounds. He topped the The Saxons’ Mike Cross (left) fights off a shot by Caledonia’s Chase Singleton during the second period of his 11-0 major decision in the 152-pound championship match Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hastings’ Colton Marlette (left) and Thornapple Kellogg’s Adrian Foster go down to the mat together during the first period of their 285-pound championship match at Saturday’s O-K Gold Conference Meet. Marlette went on to score a 4-3 decision. (Photo by Brett Bremer) YMCA Standings YMCA Men’s A League Basketball Standings Woodland 7-0 Head Bustas 5-1 FlexFab/Delton Pole Building 6-2 Gunthorpe Plumbing 2-5 OAOOS 2-6 River Bend 2-6 Blarney Stone 1-6 YMCA Men’s B League Basketball Standings Hastings Family Dental 5-0 Blarney Stone 5-2 CamoFlauge 4-3 FlexFab (Black and Blue) 4-3 GoGo Auto 3-4 Blair Landscaping 2-5 FlexFab (Red and Black) 0-6 Trojans’ Adrian Foster 4-3 in the final. Thornapple Kellogg had a pair of freshmen win championships, as Ryan Flynn topped Caledonia’s Spencer Plattner 12-3 in the 103pound final and Pete Westra scored a 1-0 win over Caledonia’s Dillon Schmitt at 215 pounds. The Trojans’ other champions were Donovan Scott at 160 pounds and Chase Schultz at 189. Scott defeated Caledonia’s Jon Schaibly 11-3 in their final round match, while Schutlz defeated Hastings’ Matt Mansfield 7-3. The other medallists for Hastings were Mitchell Brisboe (fourth, 130 pounds), Austin Endsley (second, 135), Matt Schild (third, 160), Jason Eckley (third, 171), Beau Reaser (fourth, 215), Chris Feldpausch (third , 103), David Case (third, 112), Alex Auer (second, 119), and Kenny Cross (third, 125). The day’s other league champions were Wayland’s Derek Fifelski (130 pounds), Zack Corey (119) and Sam Johnston (125), Caledonia’s Tanner Zych (135), and Forest Hills Eastern’s Tim Lambert (112), � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-02-18.pdf 099224dd10b7020fafb99c8cb72d5dfe PDF Text Text Rutland to petition state supreme court Fall elections could be challenging Trojan wrestlers reverse fortunes See Story on Page 3 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 16 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 7 NEWS BRIEFS Drive will benefit Renucci House On Friday, Feb. 19, anyone who brings five nonperishable food or household items to either the 6 p.m. girls basketball game or the 7:30 p.m. boys basketball game, to donate to the Renucci Hospitality House at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids, will receive free admission to that game. The Renucci Hospitality House provides affordable, home-like accommodations for the families of children undergoing treatment at DeVos Children’s Hospital or any Spectrum Health Hospital in Grand Rapids. Thornapple Kellogg varsity basketball teams will travel to Hastings for the games, and fans from both schools are encouraged to donate. Supper, auction to support graduates The parents of the Hastings High School senior class will offer a spaghetti supper and silent auction to the public from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 19, in the high school cafeteria. The public is invited during that time to place bids on items. People do not need to be present to win when the bids are announced at 7:30. The cost for dinner is $7 for adults and $5 for students. There is no charge for children age 4 and under. Fiddlers Jamboree set for Saturday The Michigan Fiddlers Association will return to the Barry County Commission Aging Saturday, Feb. 20, for a day of music, food and dancing. Fiddlers will be showing their stuff from 2 to 5 p.m. A sign-up sheet will be available for ‘open microphone,’ which will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. From 6 to 9 p.m. plenty of music will fill the air, including fiddles, guitars, steel guitars, dulcimers, bass fiddles, piano and more. Beginning at 6 p.m., the floor will be open for round, square and couples dancing. The Commission on Aging will be offering a “hearty, homemade dinner” from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at a cost of $6 for adults. All proceeds from dinner will go toward COA services for homebound seniors. Admission to the Jamboree is free of charge, but freewill offerings will be appreciated. Proceeds at the door are split evenly by the Fiddlers Association and the COA. The COA is located at 320 W. Woodlawn Ave. in Hastings. For more information, call Nellie at 517-628-2108 or Bob at 269-945-2500. BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, February 18, 2010 Outgoing member challenges Hastings Board of Education by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Tuesday, Feb. 9, was the deadline for candidates to turn in their petitions for the may 4, school board elections. Hastings Board of Education Trustee Tammy Pennington and Secretary Jeff Guenther are not running for re-election, while newcomers Rob Longstreet and Kathy Carlson have thrown their hats in to the ring. During Monday evening’s regular meeting of the Hastings Board of Education Pennington said nothing about her decision not to run for another term. However, Guenther read a four-and-half page statement, challenging the board to take positive action through six initiatives: Finances, consolidation with other school districts, lowering health insurance costs, improving communications, rotation of board officers and term limits. Guenther prefaced his statement by saying he had learned a lot during his four-year term on the board, and added, “There are many things I am proud of as a board member and some that if I could, I would do differently.” He added that during his time on the board his father, former Hastings Superintendent Richard Guenther was his mentor, inspiration and friend. “... He is a role model that to this day we all could still learn from...,” he said. “However, some things never change with a dad and his boy — many times I just don’t listen to my dad. (I) think I am finally hearing him. “Too often on this board, I have been quiet publicly — tonight is different. I want to share six initiatives that I think need to be managed. My remaining time on the board is only a few months, so I challenge all of us to implement,” he continued. “This may be uncomfortable for some, but please [take[ nothing personal and realize we are here to serve the kids ...” Guenther’s first challenge for the board was to improve the district’s financial situation, primarily through a wage freeze for administrators, teachers, staff and support personnel. “Last week, we had a finance committee meeting. [The[ preview for next school year has us facing an additional $1.6 million loss in revenue,” he said. “... Even if we convince ourselves in our mind that it won’t be that bad, we have to take action sooner [rather] than later. One action involves wages for all district employees. This includes the administration and HEA [Hastings Education Association]. When this board approved wage increases, the condition of our economy — not only this district, but also statewide, nation-wide and even globally — was not fully comprehended by some of us (including myself). It is clear to me wage increases given to administration and HEA was not something we (or could not) afford and was a mistake ... For the administration, we need to proportionately reduce salaries from the last increase. For the HEA and other HASS “This is a business decision that has to be done. We have to respond as if the building is on fire, because with the financial state of our school, we are darn close.” Jeff Guenther, Hastings Board of Education secretary [Hastings Area School System] employees, we do not need to reopen any contracts, instead a letter of understanding that all wages be frozen for the 2010-11 year ...” Guenther noted that even if the board approved such an action, the administration and HEA also would have to give their approval before a wage freeze could be put into effect. “By no means is this an attack on the performance or importance of administration, teachers or support staff,” noted Guenther, who said that he values and respects them all. “This is a business decision that has to be done. There are many other actions that need to be done as well. We have to respond as if the building is on fire, because with the financial state of our school, we are darn close.” Secondly, Guenther encouraged the board to consolidate services and collaborate with neighboring school districts in the area. “Many districts throughout the state are already collaborating and consolidating,” he said. “Recently we had a joint meeting with the Boards of DK [Delton-Kellogg] Schools, HASS and the BISD [Barry Intermediate School District]. We discussed many concepts ... This includes consolidation among area school items such as instruction, administration ... athletic services, business office, information technologies and on and on.” Guenther noted the DK and ThornappleKellogg (TK) districts already have consolidated food services, and Hastings has begun the consolidation review process as well. “I challenge us as leaders to review each carefully and implement those that make sense,” he said, noting that the board should make the review carefully, weighing the needs, wants and expectations of the community and balancing those with the size of the district and the likelihood of success for such changes. Third, Guenther challenged the board to reduce costs to the district by finding a competitively priced health insurance plan that would cover all employees in the district. “We need to understand what is the best possible coverage for our employees that will work within our means to afford such insurance,” he said. “I recommend that we have one health plan for all employees — fair and balanced, competitive in our area, as strong and dynamic as possible, yet having perspective on the current reality.” The fourth initiative suggested by Guenther concerned communications with the public. “[It’s] no surprise to hear that communications are poor — we see it in the papers and hear it from the public. People don’t know what we are doing, and we are not responding to the needs, wants and expectations of our community. I would like this board, the administration and HEA and support staff to outline a comprehensive communications strategy and have [it] implemented before the end of the school year, or sooner. This includes two-way information sharing via Web site, public access TV, radio, newspaper and more,” he said. “... I ask that we continue to identify all the opportunities and avenues, determine which are the most effective, and implement [them].” Guenther also recommended that the board consider reinstating a communication strategy implemented by his father during the 1960s through 1980s, called the Committee of 33. “I know this program well, and it worked in some of the most challenging times this dis- BOARD, continued on page 9 County Commissioner Mike Bremer announces run for state house by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Middleville resident and Barry County Commissioner Michael Bremer, who represents Thornapple and Irving townships on the board, has announced he is running for the state representative position currently held by Brian Calley. Calley is seeking electon to the state senate seat being held by Patricia Birkholz who is term-limited. The other Republican running for the Calley’s current house seat is Nashville resident and Barry County Commissioner Michael Callton, chairman of the county board. Bremer made his candidacy announcement at the Feb. 15 meeting of the Barry County Republican Party. He had considered seeking the house seat four years ago, but instead supported Susan Vlietstra of Thornapple Township in the primary election for that position. He added that he had expected Calley to complete the three terms allowed in BREMER, continued on page 7 Mike Bremer Stephanie Schaffer named 2010 Maple Syrup Queen by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer It was a night of nerves and sweet answers Thursday evening when four candidates competed for the 2010 Maple Syrup Queen title. Stephanie Schaffer, Mollyann Morehouse, Kristen Iszler and Bryanna Clow were judged on their poise, speaking ability, first-hand experience making syrup and ability to represent the community. Essays detailing their personal knowledge of the syrup process, why they would like to become queen and what they would do to improve the festival also were evaluated. After the judges ’ deliberations were over, Schaffer was crowned the 2010 syrup queen. According to her application, she enjoys singing, dancing, art and acting. “My hope is that everyone may know of our town’s delicious maple syrup and maple candy and that they may come to appreciate everything that our little village has to offer,” she concluded in her essay. Families and friends of the candidates attended a meal sponsored by the Vermontville Lions Club and held at the Vermontville Congregational Church. Church members served homemade Swiss steak as the main course with several sides, along with cupcakes and ice cream. The syrup queen, along with her court, will attend various functions across the state throughout the year to promote the festival. To be eligible for the competition, each candidate must be in her junior year of high school, live in the Maple Valley school district and submit an essay for judging. Workshop focuses on development As part of its Family Workshop Series for the month of February, the Child Abuse Prevention Council of Barry County will host four presentations on the developmental stages of childhood. Geoffery Stevens, a licensed social worker who works with children through Pine Rest Clinics, will deliver the presentations, which will teach parents how to better understand their children as they learn and grow. The information offered will be applicable to children of all ages, from preschool students to high school See NEWS BRIEFS, continued on page 2 HHS Winterfest lending hope The focus of this year’s Hastings High School Winterfest will be Chloe Case. Chloe, a fifth grader at Star Elementary School, has an extremely rare condition that requires treatments out of state. This week, students at the high school are learning about the genetic disorders and will hold fundraisers for the Chloe’s Wings of Hope Foundation to help the Case family. The public can join in the Winterfest fundraising Friday night at basketball games between Hastings and Thornapple Kellogg. Chloe, who has shown swine at the Barry County Fair, plans to show a steer this year. Newly crowned Queen Stephanie Schaffer (second from left) poses for the first of many Photos with her court. Court members include Mollyann Morehouse, Kristen Iszler and Bryanna Clow. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) �Page 2 — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner NEWS BRIEFS continued from front page seniors. The next presentation will be at the First Baptist Church in Hastings Monday, Feb. 22. Dinner will be served from 5:30 to 6 p.m., and the presentations will be given from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The cost to attend the presentations is free, and complimentary child care will be provided. Free dinner also will be provided. Those who attend must register in advance by contacting the Child Abuse Prevention Council of Barry County at 269-945-6190 or e-mailing the council at capcbc@yahoo.com. HEEF celebrates 25th with dinner The Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation (HEEF) celebrates 25 years of enriching the educational experiences of students this month. The community is invited to a celebration dinner Friday, Feb. 26, in the ballroom of the Walldorff Brewpub and Bistro in downtown Hastings. A cash bar will be open at 6:30 p.m. and dinner will be served at 7 p.m. The cost of $20 per person is to be paid by Feb. 22 by mailing a check to HEEF, 232 W. Grand St., Hastings 49058. Through donations, HEEF is able to provide educational experiences for current students in the Hastings Area School district that are not funded through tax dollars. The foundation also provides scholarships for Hastings High School graduates. Computer class is for adults over 50 Barry County residents 50 and over are invited to attend a computer class about popular social networking sites that are used to connect with family and friends. Instructor Kim Madsen will lead this hands-on class and show how to connect using Facebook and MySpace. Sponsored by the Kellogg Community College Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR), the three-session program will meet on Fridays, Feb. 26, March 5 and March 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the KCC Fehsenfeld Center on West Gun Lake Road, Hastings. The cost is $25 for ILR members or $35 for non-members. For more information or to register, call the KCC Fehsenfeld Center at 269-948-9500, ext. 2803. Pheasants Forever banquet set The Barry County Chapter of Pheasants Forever will hold its annual banquet and auction Saturday, March 6, at the Middle Villa Inn in Middleville. The doors open at 5 p.m. Funds raised at the banquet will go toward improving wildlife habitat, which in turn will improve wildlife populations in the Barry County area. Art statues, outdoor clothing, collectible knives, 20 firearms, prints and all kinds of sporting goods will be included in the event’s live and silent auctions, bucket raffles and game winner prizes. “We still have seats available on a firstcome, first-served basis,” said Laura Kingma. People who want to order tickets for the event should call either Kingma at 269-758-4147 or Jim Decker at 269-8383210. Ticket cost is $60, which includes membership dues and the buffet-style meal. If a spouse attends, the spouse’s ticket is $30. Children age 10 and older are also invited at a cost of $30 each and will receive a “Ringneck” membership in Pheasants Forever, entitling them to several youth magazines per year. Alumnus award nominations sought The board of directors of the Hastings High School Alumni Association will accept nominations until March 15 for the 2010 Hastings High School Distinguished Alumnus of the Year Award. The award will be presented at the annual alumni banquet Saturday, May 29, in the high school cafeteria. Nominations must be typed and should contain biographical information and reasons why the individual is being nominated. Reasons may include accomplishments, vocation, honors and awards received, community service, organization memberships, personal character and other helpful information. The nominee can be residing anywhere, not necessarily Hastings, but must be an alumnus of Hastings High School. The alumni board would like to continue to consider previously submitted nominations, as well as new nominations. The board is asking anyone who has submitted nominations in the past to re-submit information with up-to-date information for the board’s consideration. Send alumnus of the year nomination letters to Donna Brown, president; Hastings High School Alumni Association, 810 Indian Hills Drive, Hastings MI 49058. Dr. Chris Noah travels to Haiti to assist injured earthquake victims by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Middleville native and physician Chris Noah traveled to Haiti Jan. 28 where he spent a week treating residents injured in the Jan. 12 earthquake. Noah was part of a six-person medical team at the Ebenezer Deciple Training Center at Petit Goave which is about 40 miles from Port au Prince. The team of two doctors, nurses, assistant and security person was under the direction of Nate Yonker, director of the Ebenezer Deciple Training Center. Usually, the center works with Haitian ministers, providing training and education. The group set up a large tent near an existing medical building, where they provided medical care and adjusted to the conditions. “We performed primarily basic medical Ebenezer Disciple Training Center Director Nate Yonker (far left) was one of those assisting a Haitian woman being transferred to Port au Prince for an X-ray. “Haiti is only 90 minutes from Miami, and it is like landing on the moon when you land at the Port au Prince airport.” Chris Noah, Middleville physician care,” said Noah, whose father Melvin also served Middleville as a family physician. “We did no surgery.” The town of Petit Goave has about 100,000 residents, and few medical provisions were available following the earthquake, said Noah. Transporting a patient to Port au Prince meant at least a three-hour drive. There is no X-ray machine in Petit Goave, which meant that some patients had to be sent for X-rays before being treated. Noah recalled that one patient came with a blood clot in her thigh, and they were concerned that she also had a broken bone in her knee or leg. Noah’s group was aided by U.S. Marines who helped get the patient to Port au Prince. “We sent a written note along with her,” he explained. “When she returned to us, she had HAITI, continued on page 8 Middleville physician Chris Noah donated his time from Jan. 28 to Feb. 4 in Petit Goave, Haiti, with the Ebenezer Disciple Training Center to assist those injured by the earthquake. Hastings schools hold spelling bees; winners preparing for next round During the month of January, fifth grade students in Hastings Elementary schools, fifth and sixth graders at St. Rose School and sixth through eighth grade students from Hastings Middle School participated in their respective schools’ annual spelling bees. In each building, the top spellers from each classroom were asked to spell numerous words from the from the Scripps National Spelling Bee 2010 list. At the middle school, winners from individual classroom contests (held in December) in sixth through the eighth grade language arts classes participated in 12 rounds of competition in January. The champion speller was eighth grader Emily Hayes. As the top finish- er, Emily received a gift card for Craig’s Cruisers. Sixth grader Aaron Hamlin took second place. Rounding out the top eight were Maryn McCausey, Hannah LaJoye, Taren Odette, Laura Shinavier, Rebecca Maurer and Cora O’Brien. All eight of the top finishers from the middle school and the top two from each elementary school advance to the next round of competition. Winners from each school will compete at the regional level which will take place at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 23, in the Hastings High School lecture hall. Laura Brasseur, sixth grade, won first place and Justin Schaefer, fifth grade, took second in the St. Rose School spelling bee. Gun Lake Winterfest returns this weekend Gun Lake Winterfest has everything from art to food to fashion to competitions this weekend. Art can be found businesses throughout the area. A comedy show will take the stage Friday evening at Orchard Hills Golf Course. Pancakes and baked goods will be at the Orangeville Township Hall Saturday morning. Saturday’s fun continues with broomball, games for children across from the Allegan County Park on Patterson Road to the swimsuit fashion show at 2 p.m. and the polar dip at 3 p.m. at the park. The Snow Stomp returns to the Yankee Springs Recreation Area Saturday morning. Food and fun can be found all day Saturday at various businesses. Participants can ride the Barry County Transit trolley for free between locations from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A complete schedule of events can be found in the Feb. 13 Hastings Reminder. For more information, call the Barry County Chamber of Commerce at 269-945-2454. Star Elementary School fifth grade spelling bee winners are winner Katie Weinbrecht (left) and first runner up Olivia Barrett. Hastings Middle School’s top spellers include (front row, from left) Aaron Hamlin, Emily Hayes, Maryn McCausey, Laura Shinavier (back) Rebecca Maurer, Cora O'Brien, Hannah LaJoye and Taren Odette. Alan Rivera and Morgan Kohn, fifth graders from Southeastern Elementary will advance to the regional spelling bee at Hastings Middle School. Crowds of warmly dressed onlookers watch the brave souls who dare take part in the annual polar dip during Gun Lake Winterfest, which takes place this weekend. (File photo) Northeastern Elementary spelling bee winner Maddie Hutchins and runner-up Calvin Cappon display their awards. Fifth grade spelling bee participants and advisors from Central Elementary are Matt Westbrook, advisor Steve Laubaugh, Zach Sanders, runner-up Ethan Hart, winner William Green, Hannah Triick, Abby Baker and advisor Michelle Benningfield. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — Page 3 Community supports Green Gables Haven auction by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Green Gables Haven Director Janie Bergeron said she was overwhelmed by the support shown by the community to the shelter for women and children. The Feb. 13 Have a Heart event netted about $32,500. She stressed that 100 percent of the proceeds will benefit individuals in crisis situations through Green Gables Haven. Bergeron and dinner and auction chairwoman Melody Bowman were busy all evening keeping energy high. The event started at 5 and ended just after 10 p.m. Dinner was a more casual affair with salad, State Rep. Brian Calley thanks the more than 230 auction participants for supporting Green Gables Haven. He also explains what the day with him (part of the live auction) would mean for the winner. (Photo by Patricia Johns) pasta, taco and mashed potato martini bars where diners could sample what they wanted. The mashed potato martini bar was very popular. Here, diners could put a scoop of mashed potatoes in a large martini glass and then add toppings to meet their own tastes. In addition to a silent auction with more than 150 items, there were games for the attendees to play before the live auction began just after 8 p.m. Auctioneers Jim Lumbert and Jenny Hayes shared the duties with each encouraging high bids accompanied by lots of laughter and encouragement. The live auction included everything from a hand-painted ornament, jewelry, medical and legal services, a 90-year anniversary Green Bay Packers football signed by the 2009 players and coaching staff, special lodging offers and a 10-foot kayak. Bergeron encouraged everyone to mark their calendars for Saturday, Feb. 12, 2011, when the eighth annual Have a Heart dinner and auction will return to the Ever After Banquet Hall. Anyone who was not able to attend this year’s auction who would like to make a contribution can send checks made out to Green Gables Haven, PO Box 388, Hastings 49058. Appletree Auctioneering’s Jim Lumbert and Jenny Hayes work together to help Green Gables Haven raise funds during the live auction. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Welcoming everyone to the 2010 Have a Heart charity dinner and auction at the Ever After Banquet Hall were (from left) Green Gables Haven Director Janie Bergeron, Green Gables Haven Board of Directors President Stephanie Fekkes and dinner and auction Chairwoman Mel Bowman. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Rutland board votes to appeal decision to state supreme court Appletree Auctioneering’s Jim Lumbert encourages everyone to bid high and often. Here, he is shown with some of the artwork and a hope chest up for bid. (Photo by Patricia Johns) When item 41, a 10-foot-long Vapor kayak, came up for bid, auctioneer Jenny Hayes modeled the ExtraSport PFD and assistants Nicole Rybiski, Baily Wilcox and Jenna Connor had fun with the Carlisle paddle. The package was donated by Johnson Outdoors. (Photo by Patricia Johns) One of the ways the Have a Heart event raised funds was having Green Gables Haven Board President Stephanie Fekkes give hugs. Here, she hugs Judge James Fisher. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Doug Acker, one of the “Grumpy Old Men,” holds the certificate the band donated to the live auction for a band performance. The high bidder got it for $300. Pam Jarvis holds the Missing Heart quilt she designed and made which was part of a special drawing. Tom Mohler, who won the quilt, donated it to the live auction. The Have a Heart auction provides a way for those who have forgotten to get a gift for their valentine to do good at the same time. Auctioneers Jim Lumbert and Jenny Hayes stand by a live auction item which includes roses, chocolates, champagne and a Victoria’s Secret baby doll set. The high bid on this item was $210. (Photo by Patricia Johns) by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At its Feb. 10 meeting, the Rutland Charter Township Board of Trustees unanimously voted to instruct township’s attorney Craig Rolfe to petition the Michigan Supreme Court to consider hearing a lawsuit involving the township that recently was ruled on by the Michigan Court of Appeals. The vote fell on the heels of an hour-long session of the meeting that was closed to the public. In an interview after the meeting, Township Supervisor Jim Carr explained that the lawsuit heard by the court of appeals involved several residents of the Algonquin Lake area contesting an ordinance that was adopted by the board in 2002. According to the ordinance, it serves as a means to prevent “keyholing” or “funneling.” “Lakes have long been the focus of seasonal and year-round residential development in Michigan,” the ordinance reads. “In most cases, the lands around lakes were divided into small parcels and were then utilized for single-family dwellings. As vacant lakefront parcels have become scarce over the years, developers have often utilized one lakefront lot to serve as an access point for several single- or multiple-family homes, even though these homes do not have any direct lake frontage. Often called ‘keyholing’ or ‘funneling,’ this type of development can be detrimental to the existing neighborhood character and natural resources. The regulations in this section prohibit this type of development and [are] designed to protect the quality of life that exists on the lakes in Rutland Charter Township.” Listed as plaintiffs in the court of appeals case are Robert Adkins, Jacqueline Adkins, William Bacon, Richard Deming, Audrey Deming, Gary Denslow, Patricia Denslow, Walter Forsberg, Gregory Thompson, Bonnie Thompson and an entity titled “Algonquin Lake Waterfront Owners Alliance.” Listed as defendants in the case are the Rutland Charter Township Zoning Board of Appeals, Rutland Charter Township and the Rutland Charter Township Zoning Administrator, a title currently held by Nikki Lennox. While the lawsuit previously was heard by a circuit court that ruled in favor of the defendants in July 2008, the court of appeals ruled in favor of the plaintiffs in January. “On appeal, the primary issue is whether the zoning ordinance at issue prohibits the owners of riparian lots from allowing the owners of non-riparian lots to use the riparian owners’ property to access the lake for seasonal boating,” the opinion of the court of appeals reads. “We conclude that, under the plain and unambiguous language of the zoning ordinance, multiple families may not use a single-family lot for access to the lake.” Carr claimed that work on the ordinance began in 2001, when it was suspected that the owner of a large piece of property near the lake was contemplating construction of con- dominiums there. Without the ordinance, many docks legally could have been placed in the water to accommodate condominium owners, even though such an act would have involved keyholing or funneling, he added. “What we want to prevent is an overuse or abuse of a natural resource,” he claimed. According to Carr, the ordinance protects residents from the kind of proposed development that was feared years ago, but it does not, as the plaintiffs have argued, prevent the owners of properties adjoining the lake from allowing visitors to dock their boats at those properties or otherwise use the access to the lake afforded by those properties. “We have a problem trying to tell people who they can have over for guests,” he said. “I don’t think it’s our business to worry about who you invite over to go swimming.” Contrary to Carr, the court of appeals decision reads, “There is no language within the ordinance that specifically limits application of this language to developers, and we will not read such a limitation into the ordinance.” Cliff Bloom, an attorney with Law Weathers, represented the plaintiffs and claimed in an interview after the meeting that visitors to lakefront properties not being allowed to dock their boats there for extended periods of time is no different from the idea that homes cannot be occupied by multiple families unless appropriately zoned. According to Bloom, many of the people who have utilized properties adjacent to the lake own properties that do not adjoin the lake and are attempting to reap the benefits of lakefront properties without paying for them. His clients are uncertain as to why the ordinance has not been enforced, he added. “I’ve never seen a township act like this,” he said. Bloom also criticized the use of township funds in pursuit of defense of the ordinance. “Taxpayer dollars are only supposed to be used for a public purpose,” he asserted. In response to Bloom’s criticism, Carr described the issue at stake as something that would affect every body of water within the township. “This isn’t a one-lake issue,” he claimed. Both Carr and Bloom explained that Brenda Bellmore, a trustee on the township board who also serves on the township’s zoning board of appeals, previously was involved in a lawsuit relating to the rights of the owners of back lots in the area of the lake. When asked about her involvement in the lawsuit, Bellmore declined to comment. Her involvement in the lawsuit was questioned by a resident at the meeting, who asked Carr whether Bellmore should abstain from being involved in the issue as a representative of the township. “All of us have some sort of personal interest in the township of some sort, or else we probably wouldn’t be sitting here,” Carr answered. “There would be no reason to ask Miss Bellmore to step aside ....” �Page 4 — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Do your part at census time To the editor: In a few weeks, every household in Michigan and across the nation will receive a very important piece of mail: a 2010 Census form. It is no exaggeration to say that filling out your census form is a civic duty, the responsibility of each of us to our state and nation. The U.S. Constitution mandates that once a decade, the government undertake a census. The primary purpose of the census is to determine the number of members each state has in the House of Representatives. Population counts from the census also are used to draw boundaries for the U.S. House and state House and Senate district. This is especially important for Michigan, which is at risk of losing a U.S. House seat, a loss that would weaken our state’s voice in Congress and a vote in the Electoral College that chooses our president. But that’s not all. More than $400 billion in federal funding for a host of programs is determined in part by census population counts. That means funding for your local hospital, the highway you take to work every morning, the schools your children attend and the police and fire agencies that protect you and your family are at stake. Census data is critical to the work of members of Congress, the president and his advisers and other policy-makers. We can only make informed policy decisions if we have an accurate picture of where our nation stands. And it’s not just government that uses census data. Medical researchers use census information to help investigate the spread of diseases. Businesses use it to find customers and to locate skilled workers. Academic experts and the news media use it to understand and explain our nation and how it is changing. For all these reasons, responding to the census is important for all of us. Luckily, it’s not at all hard to do. Your household soon will receive a questionnaire in the mail. It will ask 10 simple questions about you and your family and should take about 10 minutes to complete. Fill out the questionnaire, mail it back in the postage-paid envelope provided, and your civic duty is done. If you forget, you will receive a follow-up questionnaire, and if you don’t send in a questionnaire, a census worker may visit your home in person to get your responses. However you provide your information, it’s important to do so, but responding to the questionnaire is the best way to ensure an accurate count. In past census years, you may have received something known as the “long form” questionnaire, which asked more detailed questions. In 2000, one in six households received the long form. The information gathered in the past using this form is now compiled in a separate survey, the American Community Survey. If you are one of those contacted by the American Community Survey, it’s important to take the few minutes to participate. Please keep in mind as you fill out your census survey that the information you provide is 100 percent confidential — the census is designed to compile statistical data, not information on individuals or their families. It is a violation of federal law, punishable by stiff fines and jail time, to disclose anyone’s responses to census questions. No one, not even other federal agencies, has access to your responses. Michigan has a history of doing its part in the census. In 2000, Michigan ranked among the top 10 states in returning census questionnaires. I’m proud of that, and hopefully we can meet or exceed that rating this year because so much is at stake. When you send in your census form, you will be doing your part to help your family, your community, Michigan and the nation. Carl Levin, U.S. senator from Michigan City ignores other eyesores To the editor: I am writing in response to the article in last week’s Banner regarding the house on North Broadway that is scheduled to be torn down. People from the city of Hastings are concerned about an eye-sore. What about the 73year-old homeowner who has lived in that house for the past 43 years and just lost everything to a fire. Many memories were shared and created in that home by a family of 12 children and two adults. There is a little piece of all of us lost in that house. On Aug. 30, when the house burned and the 73-year-old homeowner lost her home and belongings, it didn’t even make the Banner, but now that the city wants to tear it down it makes the front page. Let’s talk about the eyesores: Has anyone been down any of the back alleys behind stores in downtown Hastings? Or the yellow house on South Hanover that sits a hair outside the city limits and has been sitting up on jacks for several years. For more than 23 years, I have lived next door to that now burned house. Every day I wake up and it hurts me to see that house. I grew up in that house and all of my childhood memories and all of my brothers and sisters’ childhoods were in that house. We were always the house up on the hill, that was home. Elwin H. Wood Sr. (my dad) passed away five years ago, and that was hard, but I could always walk into that house and take one look around, and he was still there with all of his old clocks, pictures, and his love for Harleys; things in the house that had been there as long as I can remember, things that were old then, that are really old now, and were very sentimental and valuable and irreplaceable. None of the family or anyone who has ever shared a memory in that house likes seeing it standing there burned. We would like to see it taken care of, too. We are all sorry if our loss is your eyesore. If you feel as though you need to make anymore phone calls or complaints, please direct them to the insurance company that insured the house for the past 39 years... they’re handling it. Deanice Purdum, Hastings Fall elections could be challenging for both parties No matter who you talk to, it seems people are increasingly dissatisfied with how government works — or doesn’t. No matter the level of government, taxpayers want their elected officials to work together to solve problems that are impacting their everyday lives. Millions of workers remain unemployed while federal deficits continue to spiral of control, yet Congressional leadership has failed to deal effectively with any of the big issues, raising the distaste for elected officials at all levels of government. Ronald Reagan said it best, “Government’s view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: ‘If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.’” Pick up any newspaper or tune into any national news coverage and you’ll quickly come to the conclusion that government doesn’t seem to get it. Yesterday was the first anniversary of the Obama Administration’s stimulus program. In fact, Vice President Joe Biden was in Saginaw Tuesday to report how stimulus spending from Washington was helping create jobs in the state. The vice president spoke at Delta College on how the stimulus program helped pay for about 900 workers to receive retraining for positions in Saginaw’s solar power industry. And last week, Gov. Granholm released her budget with plans to raise about half a billion dollars with a new tax on a list of consumer services. This is the third time the governor has suggested adding sales tax on selected services. The only thing that has changed with her new program is who gets added or taken off the list. The governor wants to collect sales tax on car repairs, cable TV, movie tickets, bowling, taxidermy, dry cleaning and dating services, just to name a few. Overall, around 150 consumer services would become taxable. State officials haven’t agreed on the list of who might be eligible for new sales tax. Granholm added a twist on the new tax by offering a reduction by .5 percent, thinking it would make it more palatable to voters. The problem with many of our elected officials is that they don’t get it – taxpayers don’t want more taxes; they’re looking for relief. Whether they have a job or not, they want government to cut spending and live within its income. And, more importantly, they want jobs to remain the most important issue. At the state and federal level, jobs continue to be the most important issue for taxpayers, and they what results. A recent report from the Pew Research Center stated, “Voters have conflicted attitudes about both political parties. Opinions of the Republican Party have improved significantly, and for the first time in years, the GOP’s favorable ratings nearly equal the Democratic Party’s ... just 38 percent of Americans say they Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Pennock’s actions are stressing retirement village residents To the editor: For years, Pennock Village offered elderly residents a private community, exclusive close-in parking to the health center and an exclusive social room. In return, the elderly residents paid premium rent to Pennock Hospital. But now, driven by CEO Sheryl Lewis Blake, Pennock Hospital steadily encroaches on the village, bringing daily stress to the elderly residents. I, too, feel quite stressed by Lewis Blake’s style of hospital management. This is because back in the days when Pennock Retirement Village was a separate, for-profit entity with all of the above-mentioned amenities intact, I campaigned hard for my parents to sell their home in Myrtle Beach, S.C., and come be close to me in their twilight years. I succeeded, and they had happy years at Pennock until the advent of Lewis Blake. And out of respect for not causing them more stress, I have held my words back as Lewis Blake has chipped away at Pennock Village. But now, reading the innocuous way the sleep center was reported on in the Jan. 13 Reminder, I have to speak out. Putting the sleep center in the village is not safe. This is the safety problem: To obtain parking for the sleep center, Lewis Blake has appropriated the village health center parking lot. She did this by changing the signage from “Village Parking” to “Village and Patient Parking.” This sign change doesn’t alter the fact that accessing this lot from Green Street Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. approve of Obama’s $800 billion economic stimulus plan that Congress approved a year ago; 49 percent disapprove of the plan.” While “half of the public (50 percent) say we could be doing more to improve the economy, up from just 30 percent last March. While Americans are growing more critical of the Obama Administrations’ handling of the economy, they continue to place more of the blame on Congress rather than the president over its inability to deal with current economic conditions. They aren’t as worried about climate change or health care at a time when they or a family member are worried about losing or have lost their jobs. On Monday Sen. Evan Bayh, Democrat from Indiana announced that he would leave Congress at the end of this year. Bayh said at a news conference, “I love working for the people of Indiana, I love helping our citizens make the most of their lives, but I do not love Congress.” Bayh joins a list of Democrats and Republicans planning to flee Washington as voters seem ready to take their frustrations out on incumbents in the fall elections. Closer to home, Gov. Granholm talks about cutting government spending, yet she doesn’t seem to be able to work across the aisle to bring both parties together to get anything done when so many residents are hurting. Changes in Michigan’s tax policy are necessary, but not during the state’s worst economic crisis in more than years. This is a time to get our spending in order while coming up with a plan leaders from both parties can embrace to help Michigan weather this economic storm. There’s a growing impatience with government’s inability to deal with economic conditions. As we get closer to the mid-term election, both parties will feel the pressure from voters to listen to their concerns. Voters want results and they want them now. The growing frustration will be measured in how many elected officials are thrown out of office in the fall by voters looking for a new direction. The public has stood by watching their incomes, jobs and home values decline, yet Washington has been preoccupied with issues it deems more important regardless of public frustration. It’s time to clean out Washington and send a message in the fall that “we’re mad as hell and we’re not going to take it anymore.” If we’re going to reduce the time it takes to turn our economic situation around, it’s imperative that public officials work together by coming up with solutions. The answers are imbedded in history. We’ve experienced tough times before; we need to look back for the answers and then fire up our economic engines now more than ever. blindsides senior citizens who are exiting the health center. I can speak to this danger first-hand. A couple years ago, a wellness center employee came bouncing up into that lot from Green Street in her Volkswagen. Her car cut too close and forced my mom backwards over the wellness center stoop. The ensuing fall broke Mom’s back, and she has suffered disabling chronic pain ever since. After Mom’s back was broken, the hospital put a stop sign at the lot entrance and did a better job of discouraging its employees from parking in the village lot. But now, Lewis Blake has institutionalized this dangerous parking situation and removed the stop sign. When villagers sign their leases, they read the following “Consideration for others: Everyone living in the building must be a good and considerate neighbor who understands and respects the fact that other persons should not be bothered by noise or other disturbances. Of course, the unit can be used only as a residence, and no business activity of any nature may take place.” After reading that lease, I wonder how in the world can the nonprofit hospital move itself into the forprofit village? Aren’t they renting? Why is their lease such an exception to every other rental in the village? Pennock Hospital reports that it is taking over a vacant Pennock Village unit for its sleep center. But they don’t tell you that this unit is vacant because it hasn’t been adver- Should we try to stop the carp? Do you think spending $78 million in federal money to keep Asian carp from getting into the Great Lakes is the best way to promote and protect the commercial and recreational fishing industries in Michigan? tised. Our elderly population is a growing population and needs quality housing. But they can’t apply for it if it isn’t made available. It really offends me that a nonprofit hospital orchestrates vacancies in the “for-profit” rental village. Evidently, somebody making big bucks is pretty clever with these separate cost centers. And in dumping insult on top of injury, Lewis Blake has taken over the village social room. Again, she did it by changing the sign. It is now named the community room and is used for everything from day care to Weight Watchers. Until Lewis Blake changed the sign, this room was marketed in writing and verbally as “for exclusive use” of the village. Of course, in friendlier times, the elderly residents demonstrated their good-neighbor values by willingly sharing their room. They asked only that their long-standing activity schedule be respected. Now that Lewis Blake has taken over the village room, when the 90year-old residents arrive for an occasion, they find the room left in such disarray that they have to move furniture and scrub counters before they can entertain guests. Pennock Village seemed like a premium spot to me years ago. Given the current way the residents are treated, I am starting to think of it as the Blake Motel. Nancy J. Marks, Hastings The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. 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Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — Page 5 DNRE unsure if Asian carp pose threat to county waterways Asian carp, an invasive species that has made its way into rivers as far north as Illinois, eat up to 40 percent of their body weight in plankton each day. The fear is that, if they migrate into the Great Lakes, the Asian carp would dominate the ecosystem, preventing native fish from surviving and wiping out the $7 billion Great Lakes sport fishing industry. They would create a separate hazard: Asian carp, which can grow up to six feet in length and weigh up to 100 pounds, are known for striking boaters when they leap into the air when disturbed by vibrations from passing motors. Mary Detthoff, an information officer with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment said it is unclear whether Asian carp will be a threat to Michigan’s aquatic ecosystems. “They have found Asian carp DNA present in Lake Michigan waters, but even the researcher in charge of the study said that the DNA could have entered the lake through bilge water. There have been no physical specimens of the fish found in Lake Michigan yet, or any Michigan waterways for that matter,” she said, noting that biologists are unsure whether the species, which thrives in warmer, shallower water would be able to survive in a deep, coldwater lake. “However, our concern is that if these fish do enter river systems like the Grand River and the Thornapple River, they will wreak havoc on the spawning habitat for steelhead, salmon and trout.” Detthoff said the fear is the Asian carp could do to lake Michigan what zebra mussels did to Lake Huron in terms of fish habitat. “If the Asian carp eats 40 percent of its body weight in plankton each day, it will kill off the small fish which the larger game fish feed on, and the food chain will collapse like the salmon fishery in Lake Huron, which was destroyed by the mussels,” she said noting that the Asian carp also could put a damper on recreational boating on Michigan lakes and streams, because of their size and aggressiveness. Earlier this month members of the Michigan Senate announced they will hold legislative hearings to highlight the impact that Asian carp and other invasive species will continue to have on the Great Lakes if further action is not taken. Sen. Patty Birkholz, chair of the Senate Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs Committee, and Sen. Jim Barcia, chair of the Hunting, Fishing and Outdoor Recreation Committee, will hold their first joint hearing in Lansing at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24. “The Senate recognized years ago that invasive species were the number one threat to the Great Lakes ecosystem,” said Birkholz. “We championed several legislative packages that are now state law to address this major problem and make Michigan a leader in the fight against invasive species.” Michigan’s first invasive species’ awareness laws and ballast-water-discharge regulations were crafted by members of the state senate. “It’s our responsibility as legislators to protect our natural resources,” said Barcia. “The Asian carp is just one of a number of threats to our waters. We will work with interested organizations and constituents at the legisla- K.A. Mueller Accounting Professional, Personal & Economical Business Accounting, Planning and Consulting Services. Night Band participates in CMU jazz festival The Night Band, a jazz Big Band comprised of Hastings High School students participated Friday, Feb. 12, in the Jazz Weekend presented by Central Michigan University and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, a music fraternity on CMU’s campus. The local students spent the day in Mount Pleasant, both performing and listening to music. More than 40 schools sent bands, some from as far away as Traverse City and the Detroit area. The Night Band played its concert at 3 in the afternoon. They performed three numbers for adjudicators: “Sugar,” “Come in from the Rain” and “This Can’t Be Love.” The numbers featured soloists Ryan McNally, Andrew Moore and Hannah Shumway. They were well received by the audience and heard very positive comment form the adjudicators, said director Rich Moore of the festival which does not give ratings. The festival closed with a concert presented by the Jazz Lab 1 Band of Central Michigan University and featured New Orleans trumpet player, Nicholas Payton. The Night Band’s members are Amanda Stenzelbarton and Tessa Johnson, alto sax; Jesse Doxtader and Todd Fox, tenor sax; Jesse Ulrich, baritone sax; Andrew Moore, Hannah Shumway, Stephen Krammin and Evan Ramsey, trumpet; James Moray, Jacob Mesecar, Emily Phillips and Robert Taylor, trombone; Ryan McNally, guitar; Matt Mueller, bass; and Seth Parker, percussion. The Night Band will make several appearances before the school year is over, said Moore. 221 South Jefferson, Hastings Phone: (269) 945-3547 9809 Cherry Valley Ave (M-37), Caledonia Phone: (616) 891-2507 “ S t r etchi n g ” “Your repair dollars go further at” GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. 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Dennis Thiss, Owner Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply ® The A U C T I O N E E R i ng Auc ti on s m o C —AUCTIONEERS— KENDALL TOBIAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hastings 945-5016 VINCENT VERDUIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assisting Auctioneer ✯ LARGE ANTIQUE ESTATE AUCTION ✯ SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH @ 10:30AM LOCATION: From Hastings, take M-37 south 1 mile to M-79, east 2 miles to Barry County Christian School (seating and heat). TRAINS: Lionel 027 pre war engine w/2 cars; many Lionel pre & post war 027 gauge (some original boxes); many vintage Walthers & Varney trains (come original boxes); 10 early HO train bldings; lg. dual controlled transformer; train reference books; vintage train magazines. FURNITURE: Wicker settee & chair; oak chairs; steeple clock; wall clock; brass pole lamp w/ornate shade; bench; wrought iron double bed & more! DISHES & POTTERY: Metlox Poppy Trail dishes; 2 biscuit jars; cranberry baskets & vase; cruet set; coinspot dish; Bohemian vase; Homer Laughlin dishes; large arts & crafts pottery vase w/3 nude women; Red Wing jug; Weller vase; McCoy hanging pot & others; Hull L 15 1/2” vase & others; Precious Moments; chickens & MORE! VINTAGE TOOLS: Lg. 3 ft. block plane; lg. pipe wrench; tools; #45 Stanley plane; wood Stanley level. SPORTING GOODS: Indian arrow w/stone head; shot gun shells; split bamboo rod; BB gun; lanterns; tackle boxes; wood baits; WWII gas mask; snow shoes ETC! VINTAGE AUTO: 1934 Atlas; car parts; license plates; NAPA clock & MORE! ADVERTISING: Thermometer; Coke tray; wooden kegs; beer signs. MISC. ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLES: Singer featherweight sewing machine in case; oak wall phone; Griswold cast iron 229 burner on stand; copper boiler; double wash tubs & stand; prints; mirror; sword; lg. crock; marbles; many wind up toys; child’s cast iron sewing machine & stove; records; stain glass window; cast iron kettle; new antique reference books & MORE! VERY NICE AUCTION! THIS IS ONE ESTATE - NO CONSIGNMENTS! WATCH FOR THE NICE ESTATE AUCTION SAT., MARCH 13, HASTINGS Members of Hastings High School’s ‘Night Band’ members are (front row, from left) Ryan McNally, Seth Parker, Tessa Johnson, Hannah Shumway (second row) Matt Mueller, Evan Ramsey, Jesse Ulrich, Emily Phillips, Jesse Doxtader, James Moray (third) Jacob Mesecar, Andrew Moore, Amanda Stenzelbarton, Robert Taylor (back row) Todd Fox, Stephen Krammin. Hastings Public Library weekly schedule Thursday, Feb. 18 — winter reading club continues; Teens’ Pizza and Pages discuss Nothing But the Truth by Avi, 3:45 to 5 p.m.; Movie Memories, Bette Davis in “The Great Lie,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 19 — pre-school story time on the stories of Mercer Mayer, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.; Project No Homework 4 to 6 p.m., community room Saturday, Feb. 20 — A Celebration of Chocolate, first through fifth grade students, graders , 10 a.m. to noon, teens 1 to 3 p.m., adults 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 23 — toddler story time about cars, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; genealogy club meets 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24 — Tween Boys COOL Computers, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information. When it’s time to make tough decisions for your loved ones, choose... River Ridge Assisted Living Family Home 269-948-9842 www.river-ridge.biz Careful Medicine Administration Insulin Shots Home Cooked Meals Assist with Bathing, Dressing, and other Personal Care Needs Laundry Cable Television Lifeline Bracelet and Service Home Nursing Available Private Room with Bath Transportation provided Reasonable rates 07534709 All the amenities you need with the beauty you’ll love, all overlooking the Thornapple River. 2301229-01 77543076 THINKING OF A WINTER AUCTION? NOW IS THE TIME TO RESERVE YOUR DAY. AUCTIONS CAN BE HELD INSIDE WITH HEAT & SEATING. CALL SOON!! Kendall Tobias, Auctioneer 1-269-945-5016 �Page 6 — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Local women heading to Haiti on mission trip Next Friday, Feb. 19, Jody Swift of Hastings and her daughter, Danielle, will be going on a mission trip to Haiti where they will volunteer at King’s Hospital in Port Au Prince. Jody, president of the volunteer auxiliary board at Pennock Hospital, and Danielle, a nurse at Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids, will join two other nurses, Lindsay Vanduinen and Andy Bigham on the trip. The four will travel to Florida where they will fly via a Missionary Flight International (MFI) plane to Haiti. They will stay with Dr. Hubert Marquete, who works at King’s Hospital in Port Au Prince. The same doctor hosted Jody when she was a volunteer on an eye-care team in 2008. This trip is being arranged by Lumiere Ministries of North Carolina, which organizes mission trips to Haiti and King’s Hospital. Anyone who wishes to support the women may do so by logging on to the organization’s Web site, www.lumiereministries.com, and clicking on the link for donations. Donations can be designated to support Swift and her daughter or the hospital and earthquake relief by writing a note on the check. All donations are tax deductible. Worship Together… Area Obituaries Bernice Helen Hayner William Leon Horn Andrew Stutz 77543151 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH The First Sunday in Lent February 21 - Worship 8:00 & 10:45. Sunday School 9:30; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. Wed. Worship Feb. 24 - Supper at 6:00 - Worship 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269945-2698. http://www.discovergrace.org. Rev. Mike Kemper. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 11 a.m. Youth Sunday Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday 7:30 a.m. Gessell Workshop Sharpe Hall; 9 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 11:30 Women’s Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Friday - 7:30 a.m. Gessell Workshop - Sharpe Hall. Saturday - 8:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast Series; 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice; 5 p.m. Youth Sunday Practice. Monday - Knit Wits; 6:30 p.m. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 B OSLEY 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Bernice “Bonnie” Helen Hayner left this world peacefully surrounded by her family at her home on Tuesday, February 16, 2010, at the age of 86. She fought through 35 years of multiple sclerosis and during later years receiving cancer treatments and a pace maker. Bonnie was born in Spooner, Minnesota; close to the Canadian border. On November 9, 1923 her parents Paul and Doma Allos immigrated to America from Lithuania entering through Elis Island. They had 16 children. She grew up and graduated High School in Mason City, IA, and completed CNA nursing school, then moved to Michigan in 1944. Bonnie was a retiree of Kellogg’s after 25 years of employment. She was talented and enjoyed playing her organ, doing ceramics, being a part of the Ladies Hobby Club, painting, makings afghans, and embroidering. Bonnie was a life member of the VFW Post #8260 Ladies Auxiliary in Nashville, where she was one of the past presidents. She enjoyed spending two winters in Hawaii and two winters in New Mexico. She also traveled twice to England with family and friends. She had a wonderful gift of laughter that radiated to others. Bonnie was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Burdette and her parents. She has two surviving siblings, Geneva Skyles of Parker, CO; and Bill Allos of Valparaiso, IN; son, David (Mary Jane) Hayner; daughters, Linda (Dale) Kelly and Arloa Raffler (Julie Strong). Bonnie was blessed with seven grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and five great great grandchildren. She had special friends and neighbors, including Bruce and Cheri Deline whom she knew for the past 20 plus years. Bonnie’s family will celebrate her life Saturday, February 20, 2010 at Lauer Family Funeral Home-Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway, Hastings at 11 a.m. with visitation being held one hour prior to the service. Reverend George Speas will be officiating. Private interment will be held at Hastings Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to National Multiple Sclerosis Society or American Heart Association. Please share a memory with Bonnie’s family at www.lauerfh.com. DELTON, MI - William “Bill” Leon Horn, of Delton, was born March 18, 1947, in Galesburg, the son of Alfred and Katherine (Johnson) Sullivan Horn and passed away February 13, 2010, at the Laurels of Galesburg. He was a longtime Galesburg resident until relocating to Delton in 2001. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Later, he was employed with the Borroughs Manufacturing Corporation in Kalamazoo for over 40 yrs. He enjoyed attending Thornapple Valley Church in Hastings; he was an avid reader and enjoyed hosting numerous foreign exchange students. He was a true outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing and hunting; he was a devoted sports fan with all Galesburg sports, NASCAR, the Detroit Red Wings, and was the #1 U of M fan especially Wolverine football under Bo Schembechler. Bill was not one to brag, but he often said that he just might be... the best pinochle, horseshoe, marbles, and euchre player in Southwest Michigan. On August 3, 2002, Bill was united in marriage to Mary (Richardson) Collier, who survives. Also surviving are his children, Tori Horn of Portage and Ben (Jennifer) Horn of Kalamazoo; grandchildren, Javon and Keygan Horn of Portage; stepsons, Jamie and Jacob Collier, both of Kalamazoo; former wife, Marcia Horn of Portage; brothers, Ed (Carol) Horn of Union City, Marv (Barb) Horn of Galesburg, David (Ruthann) Horn of Constantine and Dick (Anne) Horn of Vicksburg; sister-in-law, Jackie Horn of Portage; along with many nieces and nephews. He will also leave behind the exchange students he loved so much: Ji Hyeon Lee of Korea, Mathilde Guillet of France, Malin Sveindal of Norway, Suzie Guyetand of France, Mariann Naerland of Norway and Ronja Egbert of Germany. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and by his oldest brother, Roger Horn. The family received friends on Tuesday and Wednesday at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Galesburg Chapel, 145 W. Battle Creek St., where a service to celebrate Bill’s life was held Wednesday, February 17, 2010. Interment with full military honors followed in Ft. Custer National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Bill’s memory may be directed to Hospice Care of SW Michigan. Please visit www.langelands.com for complete obituary information, guestbook, condolences and memories for the family. Area school enrollment numbers vary slightly from fall count J-Ad Graphics News Services Local schools reported small changes — from an increase of 12 students to a decrease of 25 — in the second official count day of the 2009-10 year for Michigan public schools. Wednesday, Feb. 10, was the designated day of reporting. However, all districts across Barry County were closed due to a winter storm which dumped nearly a foot of snow across the region. Therefore, according to the Michigan Superintendent of Public Schools Mike Flanagan, in such cases a district’s count day is first day students return to class. For Hastings Area Schools, Thornapple Kellogg, Maple Valley and Lakewood, that day was Thursday, Feb. 11. For the Delton Kellogg School District, which had a mid-winter break starting Thursday, count day was Tuesday, Feb. 16. According to Hastings Superintendent Rich Satterlee, a snow day on Wednesday, and the start of Hastings’ mid-winter break on Friday, caused a large dip in the number of students attending school. “We had a number of kids not show up for school on Thursday, especially at the high school,” he said. “I think that with a snow day on Wednesday and no school on Friday, some students decided to make a long weekend of it.” Satterlee said 2,927.4 students are enrolled in Hastings Area Schools, only 2,763 showed up for Thursday’s count, a decrease of 164 students. “We expect the majority of students to return,” he said, noting that students have 10 to 30 days to return to the classroom, depending on the reason for their absences, so the count won’t be official until after 30 days. As of the end of the school day Feb. 16, 2,908.44 students were attending Hastings schools. Satterlee said that is 19 students less than the fall count. However, nine of the 19 students were mid-year graduates. “So, at this point, it looks as though we are down roughly 10 kids; we may have more at the end of the 30 days. We know there are some people moving into the district,” he said. Lakewood Superintendent Mike O’Mara reported the preliminary February student count was down by 25 students from the September count of 2,163. He said the reduction was not unexpected. Only once in the past 17 years has the February count been higher that the September count, noted O’Mara. He mentioned that Wednesday’s snow day also had an impact on the count. Students who were absent have 10 days to return to class to be included state-mandated tally. Thornapple Kellogg has 3,008 students to submit to the state for the “spring” count, an increase of 12 students from the fall tally. Superintendent Gary Rider said, “With funding formulas in the spring not as significant as in the fall, we should see a small increase in financing.” School districts receive 75 percent of their funding based on the fall numbers. They ENROLLMENT, continued on page 9 HASTINGS, MI - Andrew Stutz, age 93, of Hastings passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at Pennock Hospital. Andrew was born in Lowell, on November 5, 1916 to Paul and Mary (Scherer) Stutz. He was a hard worker his entire life, from farming to concrete worker, delivering for the Reminder, cemetery sexton and the Royal Coach. His passions were the Detroit Tigers, gardening and spending time with family. He is survived by his wife, Rosalie (Dillenbeck); daughter, Barbara (Carl) Benner of Hastings; son, Jerry (Beth) Stutz of DeFuniak Springs, FL; step-daughters, Janet (Wendell) Day of Hastings, Jeanette (Gordon) Stevens of Lacy and Bonnie Wierenga of Coolidge, GA; grandchildren, Mark and Scott Benner, Benjamin (Danielle) and Gabriel Stutz; step-grandchildren, Lennette, Dorance, Rodney, Kathy, Vicky, Laura and Sherry; great grandchildren, Samantha and Sydney Benner, Amy and Nicholas and several great-great grandchildren; sisters, Mary Wilder and Katie (Junior) Hill; sister-in-law, Pearl Stutz all of Hastings; nephew, Raymond (Laura) Orsborn. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Frances (Orsborn); daughter, Janet; sisters, Elizabeth and Pauline; brothers, John, Joe, Martin and Robert. Following his wishes, cremation has taken place. On Sunday, February 14, 2010 the family received friends followed by a memorial service officiated by Rev. Kenneth Vaught at Lauer Family Funeral Homes-Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Quimby Church in Andy’s name. Memories of Andy can be shared with the family at www.lauerfh.com. Richard R. Chesnutt Richard R. Chesnutt, age 76, passed away on Wednesday, February 10, 2010. He was born June 8, 1933 and grew up in Lake Forest, Illinois. Richard is survived by a son, Paul and Sharon Chesnutt of Hastings and two grandchildren, Brian and Rachel Chesnutt; one brother Dr. James and Marie Chesnutt of New Jersey; three nieces, Joy, Judy and Janet and their families, and a special cousin and fellow fisherman Dave Haviland. Richard taught calculus at Grand Rapids Community College for 36 years, retiring in 1994 from the mathematics department. One could not ask for a better father, colleague, teacher or friend. Memorial contributions may be made to: American Cancer Society, Brevard County Area Unit, 1260 US 1 Highway, Suite 201, Rockledge, FL 32955. Funeral services were held Saturday, February 13, 2010 at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Deacon James Mellen officiated. Interment at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements are by Girrbach Funeral Home. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net) Margaret G. McKeown MIDDLEVILLE, MI - Margaret G. McKeown, of Middleville, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2010. A memorial service will be conducted Sunday, February 21, 2010, 3 p.m. with visitation from 2 p.m. to service time at the Middleville United Methodist Church. The family is being served by the Beeler Funeral Home, in Middleville. KEEP YOUR FRIENDS AND RELATIVES INFORMED! Send them a gift subscription to The Hastings BANNER To order your subscription, call... 269-945-9554 �Social News Dorothy Reid celebrates 80th birthday Dorothy Reid’s children, grandkids, and great grandkids wish her a Happy 80th Birthday on Feb. 22nd. If you would like to send her a card, send it to 917 N. Kelly, Hastings, MI 49058 Dimond-Smyth Dr. Diane Ebaugh and Michael Dimond are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jill Dimond to Thomas Smyth of St. Johns, Newfoundland. Jill is a 2001 graduate of Hastings High School and graduated from the University of Michigan in 2005 with a degree in computer engineering. Jill and Tom are currently Ph.D students in Human Centered Computing at Georgia Technological University in Atlanta. The wedding will take place October 9, 2010 in New Orleans. The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — Page 7 Donor picks up tab for another year of sports in Hastings For the third year in a row, the cost of playing on sports teams at Hastings schools has been covered by an anonymous donor. Monday evening, Hastings Board of Education accepted a donation of $68,802, which will cover the cost of athletics for the 2010-11 school year. “I’d say statewide it’s pretty rare what we have here. Now we have to return that generosity with something that shows we have our eye on the ball,” said Board Secretary Jeff Guenther, who earlier in the meeting proposed several initiatives to improve the district’s financial situation and the function of the board. “This would be a wonderful headline instead of some of the other headlines ... how giving Hastings is month after month after month. .. something positive ...” said Trustee Scott Hodges. The board also accepted a $500 donation to pay for the MASH program, which provides after-school help with homework at Hastings Middle School, for the remainder of this school year. “We just got so excited about the $68,000, and here is $500 for the MASH program. Sometimes its not just the dollar amount, it’s the thought,” said Guenther. “My daughter is involved in this program and to her, this feels like $68,000 because she’s really been able to get involved.” Board President Patricia Endsley said that during the 2008-09 school year, the district received approximately $180,000 in donations from the community. “That goes to show there are a lot of people out there who share our concerns and wants and needs for our kids,” she said. During the public comment portion of the meeting, the board heard from parent Don Hasty who expressed concern about fighting and the sale and delivery of drugs in Hastings BREMER, continued from page 1 Troyer-Wisell wed Dr. Don and Verna Troyer of Three Rivers, Michigan are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter Allison Noel Troyer to Thomas Howell Wiswell, son of James and Jill Wiswell of Hastings. The wedding took place on December 12, 2009 in Tulum, Mexico. Allison is a graduate of Three Rivers High School and Western Michigan University with a B.A. and M.A. in Counseling Psychology. She is employed by Holton and Associates as a Wellness Coordinator. Thomas is a graduate of Hastings High School and Illinois Wesleyan University. He holds an M.B.A. from Western Michigan University. He is President of Barry County Lumber. Matrons of Honor were Amy Sherman and Julie Peebles. Sydney Wiswell was flower girl. Jack Wiswell, brother of the groom, served as best man. A reception followed the wedding in Tulum. The couple honeymooned in Tulum. They reside in Hastings. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 Varney-McCann Kaminski Bryan and Kim Varney of Hastings are pleased to announce the engagement of their son, Thomas Scott Varney, to Meghan Elizabeth McCann Kaminski, daughter of Alex Kaminski of East Lansing and Maureen McCann of Howell. Tom is a 2001 graduate of Hastings High School and a 2008 graduate of Michigan State University, and is currently employed at Pickard Farms, Hastings. Meghan is a 2003 graduate of Haslett High School and a December 2007 graduate of Hillsdale College, and is currently employed at Enterprise Rent-a-Car. A February 20, 2010, wedding is being planned. Marriage Licenses Jason Thomas Rees, Shelbyville and Daniel Marie Smith, Shelbyville. AUDITIONS FOR THE SPRING MUSICAL Music by Mark Hollmann Lyrics by Hollmann and Greg Kotis and Book by Kotis the house before running for the state senate. Bremer said he considers himself still new to politics, having completed one year on the county board. “I have given a lot of thought to running for this position, and I think that I will offer a choice to the voters this year,” he said. He said the biggest hurdle will be finances. “I respect Mike Callton, but I think that some people may be looking for change,” added Bremer. Callton has already been endorsed for the position by both Calley and Birkholz. “Something has to change in Lansing,” said Bremer, adding that he considers his Area Schools. Hasty said he believes “harsher punishments and making an example of students” would be a deterrent to such activities. Parent Tracy Vandermead suggested that laid-off personnel could be recalled or parent volunteers utilized to help monitor students before and after school and during lunch periods to help alleviate the problems. The board went into closed session to discuss disciplinary action for a student caught delivering a controlled substance at the high school. When board members returned to open session, they voted 5-1 to place the student on long-term suspension through the first semester of the 2010-11 school year. Trustee Kevin Beck cast the sole dissenting vote, and Treasurer Gene Haas was absent. In other business, the board: • Gave final approval for the following proposed travel study trips: Hastings High School Varsity Singers to Chicago, for the Heritage of Music Festival competition March 26 and 27; Hastings High School Business Professionals of America to the state conference in Grand Rapids March 18 to 21; Hastings Ski Club to Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville Feb. 27; Hastings High School Youth in Government Club to Lansing for the Spring Michigan Youth in Government Conference March 24 to 28; and, Hastings High School FFA to the state convention at Michigan State University in Lansing March 10 to 12. • Approved the February personnel report which included the notice of retirement of middle school teacher Douglas Mepham, after 40 years of service; April Gorman’s recall to a part-time position as health care I paraprofessional at Star School and Christina Warner as an after-school suspension paraprofessional at the high school; the recall to temporary position of Nancy Jenks as a health care II paraprofessional at the middle school; and the appointments of substitute bus drivers Ronald Einfalt, James Kohn and Warren Scott. • Approved Appropriations Act Amendment No. 2 to the General Operating Fund for 2010. According to Satterlee, the biggest changes in the budget are an increase in spending due to retention of the middle school assistant principal and a decrease due to the administration office’s switch to a different company for its health care spending plan. • Accepted the resignation of middle school food service worker Shani Friend and laid-off Central Elementary paraprofessional Lisa Gibbs. The next regular meeting of the Hastings Board of Education will be at 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 15, at Hastings High School. Please note our Special Hours Hastings City Bank Tuesday, February 23 we will close at 5:00 p.m. so our staff may attend our annual employee meeting. The Hastings drive thru only will be open until 6:00 p.m. Hastings • Caledonia • Middleville Wayland • Nashville • Bellevue 77543189 Member FDIC “I have given a lot of thought to running for this position, and I think that I will offer a choice to the voters this year,” Mike Bremer education and his previous experience working in the personnel department at Bradford White Corp. in Middleville give him more than just an opinion about funding changes at the state level. Bremer said he would like to see a welleducated, hard-working employed population in Michigan. This would allow the legislature to realign the state budget. “Smarter and healthier residents who have jobs will mean good things for Michigan,” he said. Bremer is working on plans to kick off his primary election campaign. In response to the news that he was being challenged by a fellow commissioner, Callton said, “I welcome my junior colleague to the contest and look forward to a vigorous debate on the issues that are impacting all of us in Michigan. No matter what the outcome of the election, the voters win when they have a choice.” Callton began running for the house position in August 2009. “I like the matchup, since I am more experienced and have a proven track record of holding down taxes and balancing tough budgets,” said Callton. “These are the skills the next state representative must have.” Auditions will be held on February 25, 2010 at 7PM at the Barry County Commission on Aging Located at 320 W. Woodlawn Avenue in Hastings Please come prepared to read from the script and learn a song from the show Parts range between the ages of 18-60’s for this production. Post high school age adults are welcome to audition Questions call Laura at 269-838-7681 Performance dates or the Ackers at 269-945-2332 for Urinetown are April 22, 23, 24 and 25 Laura Soule and Justin Suntken are directing; Norma Jean Acker is producing 77543272 07534738 �Page 8 — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa It will be birthday number 108 for Alice Hoffs of Kalamazoo Feb. 25. She is a resident of Friendship Village at 1700 Drake Road, where she has lived ever since it opened more than 25 years ago. She is the widow of Dr. M. A. Hoffs who practiced medicine in Lake Odessa for 40 years. He concluded his medical career by being the house physician for Thornapple Manor. Mrs. Hoffs was able to attend Depot Day last summer when the medical profession was recognized. She and her daughters, Janie Cummings and Louise Peppel were with her on stage when physicians were honored. The Sebewa Center UMC will have a Swiss steak dinner Saturday Feb. 20 at its location on Shilton Road at Bippley. For the first time, the LOAHS will host an art show at the museum. This will be Saturday, Feb. 27 and Sunday, Feb. 28, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Bring in art treasurers, be they watercolors, oils, charcoal or other media. The preference is local pieces by local artists. Does anyone have paintings by Mrs. Alberta Dann-Goodemoot? She did some painting in her early life but none could be located for the bicentennial art project of the Smithsonian Institution done before 1914. She was more prolific in her later years. A Mrs. Roosa gave art lessons in Lake Odessa in the early years of the 20th century. Some of her students’ works were photographed in 1975 for the bicentennial project. After much publicity about the weather, we finally got our snow last week overnight Tuesday. By using a yardstick while wading snow to retrieve the morning newspaper, this writer measured several spots which were nine inches deep, and the shallow spots were a mere six inches deep. Schools were closed. Many events were cancelled or postponed. Since then we have had ideal winter weather – snow covering the ground, bare roads and no wind, with moderate temperatures for winter days. The Ionia County Genealogy Society met last Saturday. The speaker came with an Australian accent to explain how to build a blog. If one was computer literate, it probably made sense. The strawberry shortcake was a real treat. Bernadine Carr, Rosie Hickey and Maureen Cross were the providers of the goodies. There were several first-time visitors. Alethians of Central United Methodist Church met Tuesday of this week in a postponed meeting from Feb. 9. Twenty-two were on hand for a potluck meal at noon. Holly Bandfield had prepared four Valentinethemed games. One matched couple in the Bible. Would you know who to team with Jezebel and Rahab? Who was the man for Drusilla or Abigail? Central United Methodist Church had plans for Ash Wednesday last night, with open communion and then application of ashes. A communion service will be held each Wednesday during Lent at 6 p.m. with the passing of Kay (Cook) Crosby Monday, the succession of Shetterly/Cook family members in the house on North Fourth Avenue is temporarily broken. Until this school year, Kay was raising her three grandchildren. They were the seventh generation who had his father, Charles Shetterly, with them in his elder years. Next came Clifton and Gladys (Shetterly) Cook, followed by their son George who came in from the farm on Lowry Road. Since then, his daughter Kay has owned the house. Her daughter and three children have been residents. Also, while Gladys Cook was there, granddaughter Georgia Catt and daughter Kimm were with her one winter. So Kimm and Kay’s daughter constitute the sixth generation. The house was built about 1905. Hastings High School Winterfest to focus on local girl’s rare disorder For several years, Hastings High School has taken a week each winter to focus on a specific cause. The students and staff work to become informed about the issue and hold various activities to raise funds for the cause. Winterfest began Tuesday and will culminate Friday, Feb. 19, with a 2:45 p.m. assembly at the high school and varsity basketball games that evening. This topic for this year’s HHS Winterfest is Chloe Case and the Chloe’s Wings of Hope Foundation. Chloe, the daughter of Lenny and Tara Case of Hastings, is a fifth grade student at Star Elementary School who has two rare and dangerous genetic disorders called leukocyte adhesion deficiency (LAD) 1 and pyoderma gangrenosum. Each day the student body will view a twoto three-minute presentation produced by the student council to learn more about Chloe’s battle with LAD1 and pyoderma gangrenosum. During lunches, students have had the opportunity to donate to the Chloe’s Wings of Hope Foundation by purchasing Winterfest T- PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW 2010 WILL BE HELD AT THE PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP HALL, 10115 S. NORRIS ROAD, DELTON MI 49046 ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: Tuesday, March 2 - Organizational Meeting - 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 8 - Appeals Hearing - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Friday, March 12 - Appeals Hearing - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Friday, March 19 - Appeals Hearing - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Please call 269-623-2664 for appeals appointment or a written protest may be sent to address above and shall be received by March 19, 2010. The Board of Review will meet as many more days deemed necessary to hear appeals and equalize 2010 assessments. Tentative ratios and estimated multipliers for each class of real and personal for 2010 are as such: Agricultural Commercial Industrial Residential Personal Ratio 49.19% 57.59% 55.84% 49.28% 50.00% Multiplier 1.0165 0.8682 0.8954 1.0146 1.0000 Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Jill Ownes, Clerk, Prairieville Township, 269-623-2994 at least seven (7) days in advance of hearing appeal. Board of Review Members Lee Seguin, Jim Fish and Ken Craft. Jim Stoneburner, Secretary of Board of Review 77543213 STATE OF MICHIGAN OFFICE OF THE BARRY COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSIONER IN THE MATTER OF: PAYNE LAKE DRAIN NOTICE OF MEETING OF BOARD OF DETERMINATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Board of Determination will meet on Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. in the Yankee Springs Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Michigan, to hear all interested persons and evidence and to determine whether the drain to be known as the Payne Lake Drain is necessary and conducive to the public health, convenience and welfare of Yankee Springs Township, in accordance with Chapters 3, 4 and 13 of Act No. 40 PA 1956, as amended, and for the protection of the public health of Yankee Springs Township. Proceedings conducted at this public hearing will be subject to the provisions of the Michigan Open Meetings Act. You are further notified that information regarding this meeting may be obtained from the Barry County Drain Commissioner. Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the meeting should contact the Barry County Administrator's Office at (269) 945-1284 or through the Michigan Relay Center at 1-800-649-3777 (TDD) at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting to request mobility, visual, hearing or other assistance. Minutes of the meeting will be on file in the Barry County Drain Commissioner's Office, 220 W. State Street, Hastings, Michigan. You are further notified that persons aggrieved by the decision of the Board of Determination may seek judicial review in the Circuit Court for the County of Barry within ten (10) days of the determination. DATED: February 10, 2010 Russell D. Yarger Barry County Drain Commissioner 220 W. State Street Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-1385 77543232 shirts. Money donated to the foundation will go toward supporting the travel costs Chloe and her family incur as a result of quarterly trips to the National Institute of Health in Maryland. Her physicians at the institute said they believe it is possible to cure Chloe with a stem cell transplant, and they are hoping to find a donor match. As defined on the Web site www.ladinfo.org, leukocyte adhesion deficiency is a very rare genetic disorder that affects the body’s immune system. To date, only about 300 cases of LAD have been identified worldwide. However, the actual number of cases may be significantly higher because many patients may be misdiagnosed or go undiagnosed due to the medical community’s lack of familiarity with LAD. LAD occurs when a patient’s white blood cells or leukocytes are unable to produce a protein called CD18. In some cases, the leukocytes do not produce enough CD18. In other cases, normal or near-normal levels of the protein may be produced but might be defective and not function properly. CD18 is necessary for leukocytes to travel to the site of an infection and provide ‘hooks’ that can adhere to and heal the wound. Due to the CD18 deficiency, the leukocytes of a person with LAD cannot adhere because of missing or defective hooks. As a result, they experience an adhesion deficiency. Without the ability to adhere, leukocytes cannot make their way to the site of an infection to protect the body, which can lead to recurrent skin infections and delayed wound healing. In Chloe’s case, over the past year, she has had some routine cuts quickly turn into large open wounds. Her LAD is made more dangerous by another condition she has called pyoderma gangrenosum, which causes small nodules to appear as growth spots under her skin. Eventually, they pierce through the skin, causing an open sore that can quickly grow dangerously out of control because of the LAD complication. Community members will have a chance to donate to this cause as well by attending the home basketball games Friday against Thornapple Kellogg. At the games, in which the students and players will be out in force in their Winterfest T-shirts, donation canisters will be available to help Chloe and her family. The girls varsity basketball game starts at 6 p.m., followed by the boys game. HAITI, continued from page 2 a note from the medical clinic saying that there were no broken bones.” Noah said the entire country is at a disadvantage because of poverty, adding that Haitian residents need hope to thrive, not just to survive. “Right now there is not too much hope,” he conceded. “There are enormous differences in lifestyle between the United States and Haiti. Haiti is only 90 minutes from Miami, and it is like landing on the moon when you land at the Port au Prince airport.” Noah had worked with the Three Angels medical group two times before the earthquake. He was able to visit their medical building, which withstood the earthquake. Noah suggested that anyone interested in helping Haiti contact the American Red Cross, Partners in Health or UNICEF. He said he was really impressed by the efforts of Partners in Health. Fear and four lab explosions by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters On a couple of occasions in graduate school, I stupidly miscalculated the effects of mixing strong acid and water — and then adding heat. There’s nothing like the resulting exploding acid droplets quite near your face to give you pause. The second time, I managed to make the same simple error, I walked home, a journey of about eight miles. As I strolled, I gave serious consideration to going into law. But, after that long walk, I realized I didn’t want to make a decision about the direction of my education based solely on fear. So I stuck with the sciences. But my tale of lab explosions doesn’t seem like much compared to two others I know, and they inspire greater fears in many members of the general public. I work every day with a chemist here at Washington State University who likes to say she is so radioactive she glows in the dark. That’s not true, of course, but she did get a goodly dose of the highly radioactive chemical element called americium, which is a byproduct of plutonium. The tale goes back to when she worked 25 years ago at the Hanford nuclear site in Washington State. Hanford is the place where America made plutonium for nuclear weapons during World War II. After that, it became a major installation for our production of nuclear weapons in the Cold War. I know some people who are afraid even of the universal radiation symbol, but at Hanford it’s almost as common on old signs as the tumbleweeds around the fences. That day at work 25 years back, my colleague knew she was in trouble when the reaction container she and her boss were working with at high temperatures and pressure started to leak — spewing hot water with radioactive materials on her arms, her lab coat, and her shirt. “But my boss and the folks in environmental health and safety were calm,” she recalled, “and so was I. There were emergency showers, and of course I gave up my clothes, and then they scrubbed a layer of skin off my arms.” Twenty-five years later, this cheerful chemist I work with goes in for medical checkups once every five years, but otherwise she lives fully in the clear. And she’s had two healthy kids in the interval since her Hanford employment. Harold McCluskey was another Hanford worker who received a much greater exposure to radiological materials. A chemical reaction with the material he was working with showered him with americium – about 500 times the occupational standard for exposure levels. McCluskey likely would have died but a doctor gave him an experimental drug that removed about 80 percent of the contamination. McCluskey had to remain in isolation — and I do mean isolation — behind concrete and steel until the treatment ran its course, but he then returned home. He was known as the Atomic Man here in the Northwest. He died in his mid-70s, about 11 years after the accident that made him famous. He had never regained his full strength after the exposure, but he died of heart problems, not cancer. Everything about plutonium and americium stirs up strong emotions. That’s understandable. But not everyone is aware that technical people have been exposed to radiation in moderate to very high doses — and lived to tell the tale. Every day I’m reminded by the presence and hard work of my colleague that americium is not, in fact, necessarily the end of everything — or anything. At some point in this century, we Americans will have to decide if we want to seriously embrace nuclear energy or not. Nuclear power offers the hope of energy independence, and it can meaningfully address many greenhouse concerns. But, for some citizens, safety and waste disposal issues outweigh those advantages. What I hope is that the discussion about the nuclear issue can be made on the grounds of facts and rational discussion — and not just fears of chemical exposures. Like that day when I walked eight miles to calm down, we need to be thoughtful as we make our decisions. We owe ourselves and people like my colleague, the chemist, at least that much. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter at RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Sciences at Washington State University. Leadership classes start Tuesday evening at high school Starting Tuesday, Feb. 23, the Hastings Mutual Insurance Company’s Mutual Toaster Club will sponsor a nine-week youth leadership course for high school students. The class will begin at 6 p.m. every Tuesday and last approximately an hour and half. It will be held in room B-125 at the high school. During the course, which will feature speakers from area businesses, students will learn leadership, communication and interview skills. The program is open to all high school students and is free of charge. Students who wish to sign up may contact organizer Sherry Moore by calling 616-7877912 days; 269-945-0170 evenings; or via email to sherry.moore@alticor.com. Bring your special event photos to us for quality, professional processing. J-Ad Graphics PRINTING PLUS North of Hastings on M-43 SOUTHWEST BARRY COUNTY SEWER AND WATER AUTHORITY COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2010-2011 BUDGET PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Commission of the Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authority will conduct a public hearing on the Authority’s proposed budget for the Authority’s 20102011 fiscal year on February 22, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at the Barry Township Hall, 155 E. Orchard St., Delton, Michigan 49046. A copy of the proposed budget is available for public inspection at the office of the Authority located at 11191 South M-43 Highway, Delton, Michigan 49046 during regular Authority business hours. In addition to other business which may properly come before the meeting, the Commission will consider any comments made by the public at the public hearing on the Authority budget and, further, will consider whether to adopt, and may adopt, the annual Authority budget for the 2010-2011 fiscal year. If adopted, the budget may be adopted in the form in which originally presented, or in such amended form as the Commission in its discretion my determine. All interested persons may attend the public hearing. The address of the Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authority is 11191 South M-43 Highway, Delton, Michigan 49046. The telephone number of the Authority office is (269) 623-3401. Dated: 2-8-2010 77542962 SOUTHWEST BARRY COUNTY SEWER AND WATER AUTHORITY �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... with Esther Walton 30 county enumerators set to begin census Check Few ‘Heads’ Friday Preparing For 17th Decennial Count; Farmers Receive Document Through the Mail With the 23rd decennial census set to begin April 1, Banner staff checked the archives for census stories. Here’s the first of a three-part series on the 1950 U.S. Census. ***** March 30, 1950 Saturday is the day. That’s the day when 30 enumerators in Barry County, 314 in the St. Joseph Census district, which includes Barry and 140,000 in the Nation will begin counting noses in the 17th Decennial census. By last Monday, all farmers in Barry County, as elsewhere in the Fourth Congressional district, were to have received in their mailboxes agricultural questionnaires which this week they should be filling out to be ready for the enumerators. Monday morning and afternoon enumerators who will count every man, woman and child – and each one means more money for schools, townships and county – attended a school of instruction at the Courthouse. Enumerators working under the supervision of Mrs. Virginia M. Roelly, Route 3, Bellevue, attended the afternoon class, and those working under the supervision of Mrs. Virginia K. Arnie, of Woodland, attended the morning session. In Mrs. Roelly’s “crew” are Mrs. Ellen Sims, Mrs. June Coy and Mrs. Irene Thornton, Assyria Township; Mrs. Laura McIntyre, Mrs. Wilma DeCamp, Mrs. Georgina Straub and Carl A. Lentz, Castleton; Mrs. Jean Ziegler, Hastings; Elliott Eddy, Hope Township; H.W. Andrus, Baltimore; Mrs. Kathryn Bristol, Prairieville, and Mrs. Maxine Stratton, Barry Township. In Mrs. Arnie’s “crew” are Alice Bennett, Margaret James and LaVerne O’Connor, Carlton; Gertrude Montgomery, Castleton; Alice Babcock, Eloise Havens, John Hopkins, Frances Morgan, Nadine Shetterly, Marilyn Sisler, Beatrice Van Wie and Angie Wait, Hastings; Marjory Barcroft and Mildred Kurr, Irving; Lee Adair, Rutland; Maxine Sinclair, Thornapple, and Martha Farrell and Audrey Kussmaul, Woodland. Mrs. Roelly’s enumerators will cover the lower eight townships plus part of Castleton. The large document farmers received in the mail is really a document. Not counting an explanatory letter which came with it, the questionnaire measures 19 inches long and 21 and three-quarters inches wide, is printed on both sides, contains 13 sections and a cool 334 questions. According to an Act of Congress, the agriculture census has to be taken every five years as compared to every 10 years for the usual head-counting job. County Agent Arthur Steeby said yesterday that while the questionnaire lists more than 50 field, truck and orchard crops, no one farmer will be required to answer inquiries for all of the crops listed. Usually, he said, an individual farmer will need to report only four or five different crops. Only a small proportion of the crop section will apply to any one farm, Steeby said. “the same is true for inquiries on livestock, livestock production, poultry and poultry production, and dairy products.” Mrs. Maree A. Holmes, census district supervisor, said that mailing the questionnaire in advance gives farmers time to consult their records and will save time for both the farm operator and the enumerator. The system of self enumeration by farmers is being used in 41 states, she said. It is not being used in seven southern states because of complexities presented by tenant and landlord farm operations there. Mrs. Holmes said that every person in every community should be vitally concerned with an accurate census, especially for use in determining future school needs. In Michigan there is an added incentive to have every person counted as the sales tax diversion is made on a census basis as well as other tax money distributions. Municipal league officials figure every citizen worth at least $10 a year to the communities in which they reside. The $100 figure assumes an amount of $5.50 per capita returned to units in sales taxes, $1.50 from intangible taxes and $3 from gas and weight taxes. It is pointed out that information supplied enumerators is confidential and farmers should remember, officials say, that information they supply cannot be used for taxation, investigation or regulation. Every 10 years since 1840 and every five years since 1920, the Bureau of the Census has taken a nation-wide census of agriculture. The 1950 census will bring up to date the Nation’s farm inventory. Change in number of farms, land in farms and value of farm property are a few of the interesting facts which will be determined by the census. Every decennial census since 1920 has recorded a decrease in the number of farmers in the country, while the total acres of land in farms has shown a steady increase. Increased mechanization on farms has accompanied this trend. Enumerators will work several hours Friday, and then report to their crew leaders where data will be checked. That will be the real “McCoy,” but the real pavement pounding and door rapping will begin in earnest Saturday. National Entrepreneurship Week introduced Feb. 20 to 27 has been established as National Entrepreneurship Week by the Consortium for Entrepreneurship Education. Valerie Byrnes, president of the Barry County Economic Development Alliance and E-Pillar member, introduced the proclamation to the Barry County Board of Commissioners at its Feb. 16 committee-of-the-whole meeting, noting that “During the past 15 years, businesses less than five years old have accounted for about 70 percent of the net job creation in the United States, and the E-Pillar would like to enhance the support of our local entrepreneurs with recognition of National Entrepreneurship Week right here in Barry County.” Supporting the proclamation, the E-Pillar of HomeTown Partners and the Economic Development Alliance will host an E-Club kick-off event Feb. 25 at the Middle Villa Inn Fireside Room from 5 to 7 p.m. The club is an informal networking group that seeks to connect entrepreneurs with peers who are also looking to start their own business or bring new ideas and products to the marketplace. Light refreshments will be provided, and guest may participate in “speed networking” from 6 to 6:30 p.m. RSVP for this event with Andre at the Chamber of Commerce, 269945-2454 or andre@barrychamber.com. There is no cost to attend the event. For more information on events and activities across the country and information to engage young people on how to get involved in National Entrepreneurship Week, visit www.NationalEWeek.org. To get involved with the E-Pillar or local entrepreneurial initiatives, contact Erin Welker at the Barry Community Foundation, 269-945-0526. CITY OF HASTINGS NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW Notice is hereby given that the 2010 March Board of Review of the City of Hastings will meet in the Second Floor Conference Room at City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan for the purpose of reviewing, correcting, and equalizing the 2010 Assessment Roll. Taxpayers wishing to appeal the value assigned their property may appeal to the Board of Review in person by appointment or by letter. Taxpayers wishing to appeal in person should please telephone 945-9350 for an appointment. Letter appeals will be accepted and must be received no later than 5:00 PM March 8, 2010. Organizational Meeting: Hearing Dates: Tuesday, March 2nd Tuesday, March 9th Wednesday, March 10th 1:00 PM 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM 1:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:00 to 9:00 PM Tentative factors for property assessments in the City of Hastings will be as follows: COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL RESIDENTIAL PERSONAL RATIO 55.78 48.03 54.04 50.00 FACTOR 0.8963 1.0410 0.9252 1.0000 The City of Hastings will provide necessary reasonable aids and services for individuals with disabilities upon five days notice to the City Clerk. Individuals requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the City Clerk of the City of Hastings at (269) 945-2468 or by visiting City Hall at 201 East State Street, Hastings. 77543278 Jackie Timmerman City Assessor Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES When evaluating investments, look at value - not just price Most investors pay a great deal of attention to the price of their investments — yesterday’s price, today’s price, tomorrow’s price, next year’s price and so on. And that’s understandable, because we always want the prices of our investments to rise. Yet, if you focus too much on prices, you could end up making some costly mistakes. Why? Because price-driven behavior is emotional behavior — and as an investor, you’re much better off making decisions with your head, not your heart. Suppose, for example, that you’ve seen a steep decline in the price of one of your investments. After a while, you may feel that you just can’t take it anymore and you decide to “cut your losses” by selling the investment. Conversely, you may have an investment that has gone up and up — and to grab even bigger gains, you buy more shares. Both these decisions could backfire on you. When you sold the investment whose price had fallen, you might find yourself on the investment “sidelines” if that same investment starts to turn around. And when you throw more money at an investment whose price has skyrocketed, you’re betting against history — because no investment goes up forever. Furthermore, in both cases, your emotions will have led you to violate one of the guidelines of investing: buy low and sell high. But apart from the tactical errors you may make when you over-concentrate on price movements, you’re also ignoring another key characteristic of investments — their value. Traditionally, an investment’s “value” has been largely defined as whether or not it’s considered “expensive” or “cheap.” That’s why many investors take a close look at a stock’s price-to-earnings ratio (P/E). Generally speaking, a high P/E means a stock is more expensive, relative to its earnings, than a stock with a low P/E. Investors may be willing to pay more for the high P/E stocks because they feel these companies will be worth more in the future. But P/E doesn’t tell the whole story of investment value. Any individual investment may have value to you because it can help you diversify your holdings. And while diversification, by itself, can’t guarantee a profit or protect against a loss, it can help you reduce the effects of volatility on your portfolio. For instance, if your portfolio is heavy with stocks, the presence of some bonds — even those whose market price has fallen because interest rates have risen — can help reduce the impact of a downturn that primarily affects stocks. Clearly, the value of any investment has several dimensions — any or all of which may be valuable to you as your pursue your goals. So, as you build, maintain and adjust your portfolio over time, keep an eye on the changing prices of your investments — but don’t overlook their true value. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 19.73 +.27 AT&T 25.32 +.06 CMS Energy Corp 15.12 +.47 Coca-Cola Co 54.82 +.81 Dow Chemical Co 28.48 +.69 Exxon Mobil 66.28 +1.08 Family Dollar Stores 32.29 +.69 First Financial Bancorp 17.05 +.68 Flowserve CP 96.32 +3.51 Ford Motor Co 11.32 +.17 Intl Bus Machine 125.23 +2.02 JCPenney Co 25.70 +.95 Johnson & Johnson 63.61 +.85 Kellogg Co 52.60 +.11 McDonald’s Corp 64.01 +.44 Pfizer Inc 17.72 -.16 Sears Holding 92.68 +2.28 Spartan Motors 6.15 +.17 TCF Financial 14.34 +.48 Walmart Stores 53.56 +.31 Gold $1,120.00 +48.00 Silver $16.09 +.66 10,268.81 +210.17 Dow Jones Average Volume on NYSE 1.1B -100M BOARD, continued from page 1 trict faced,” he said, mentioning two local parents, Kathy Carlson and Angie Thornburgh, who are forming a community group and are committed to increasing communication between the district and the community. “I suggest that excellent ideas such as the Committee of 33 and the community group be reviewed and implemented as part of an overall strategy [while] avoiding overlap. Communications, understanding of the communications, and responding to the communications are absolutely necessary, whether we are in good times or bad times such as now.” Fifth, Guenther recommended that board officers rotate on a regular basis. “I ... urge the future board to implement a rotation of responsibility. By this I mean every year or every two years, the officers completely change places with the other board trustees,” he explained. “This allows new thinking ... yet still keeping the experience on the current board.” Finally, Guenther recommended the district set term limits for board members. “[This is] easy to understand and is part of most public sectors,” he said. “Like anything, it is common to fall into a pattern after too much time in any position. This is not a personal fault of any individual — it just happens. Rotate members in our community into this board, and we will find more interaction and more fresh input. Also, you don’t have to be on this board or school employee to make a difference. The renewed Committee of 33 is a great avenue, parent groups, time in the classrooms, and on and on — the more community involvement, the better. “Some of you may like what I have just stated and some of you not,” said Guenther in conclusion. “I challenge the current and new board members, the administration and the HEA to totally unite and act upon what is in our best interest. Let us be the first to lead and show the kids in the community that we understand, that we hear their concerns, that we need to get our house in order so we can do our best to focus on why we are all here — the kids and their future.” Board President Patricia Endsley thanked Guenther for his comments as did Hastings Superintendent of Schools Rich Satterlee who said he is currently searching for people to serve on the renewed Committee of 33. ENROLLMENT, continued from page 6 receive the final 25 percent of funding after the second count. Rider noted that many school districts lose students when the count is held. He said he appreciates that while other districts may be losing students, Thornapple Kellogg is staying stable and even increasing slightly. “This is an encouraging sign for this district,” he said. The Maple Valley District was just one student below the September 2009 count of 1,395, reported Superintendent Kim Kramer. “We knew we had some students going and some students coming into the district, and when it all shook out, we are one student less than September,” he said. Delton Kellogg Schools Superintendent Cynthia Vujea said that because of staff illnesses, the results of the student count held Tuesday for the school system were not available as of press time. Satterlee said he is trying to find 11 individuals from different areas of the district to ensure that all geographic areas of the district are fairly represented on the new committee. He said that, when formed, the committee, which also would include two board members and himself, would hold bi-monthly meetings throughout the school year to “... Look at good things and the bad and be a liaison to the community.” During the public comment portion of the meeting Thornburgh and Carlson introduced themselves to the board and community and stated that as Guenther had mentioned earlier they, along with Longstreet, were indeed establishing a non-profit community/school liaison organization. The group will be called Community Advocates for School Excellence (CASE). Carlson read the group’s mission statement: “CASE will provide a venue to facilitate and enhance a direct and open partnership between members of the community and the leadership of Hastings Area Schools. We will work systematically and cooperatively to develop pro-active strategies to enhance school improvement initiatives, improve community relations and foster a positive and progressive change for our schools.” ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE THE ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW for 2010 will be held at the Orangeville Township hall, 7350 Lindsey Rd., Plainwell, MI 49080 on the following dates: Tuesday, March 2 Monday, March 8 Tuesday, March 9 Organizational Meeting Appeal Hearing Appeal Hearing 4:00pm 9-12pm & 1-4pm 1-5pm & 6-9pm The Board of Review will meet as many more days as deemed necessary to hear questions, protests, and to equalize the 2010 assessments. By Board resolution, residents are able to protest by letter, provided protest letter is received by March 9, 2010. Written protests should be mailed to: BOARD OF REVIEW, 7350 LINDSEY RD., PLAINWELL, MI 49080 The tentative ratios and the estimated multipliers for each class of real property and personal property for 2010 are as follows: Agricultural Commercial Industrial Residential Personal 58.64% 50.44% 59.16% 53.07% 50% 0.8527 0.9913 0.8452 0.9422 1.0000 (ADA) Americans with Disabilities Notice Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Clerk at least seven (7) days in advance of hearing. This notice is posted in Compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act) MCLA41.72a(2)(3) and with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contacts… Clerk, Jennifer Goy: 269-664-4522 77542947 RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ORDINANCE ADOPTION TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF RUTLAND, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Ordinance #2010-137 was adopted by the Rutland Charter Township Board at its February 10, 2010 meeting. This ordinance, entitled the “Ordinance Code Adoption Ordinance”, provides for the adoption of a codification and revision of the ordinances of the Township, with certain changes in previously adopted ordinances, and further provides for certain administrative aspects of the resulting Ordinance Code. This ordinance in its entirety has been posted in the office of the Township Clerk and on the Township website (www.rutlandtownship.org). A copy of the ordinance may also be purchased by contacting the Township Clerk as indicated below during regular business hours of regular working days, and at such other times as may arranged. 77543240 Robin J. Hawthorne, Clerk Charter Township of Rutland Rutland Charter Township Hall 2461 Heath Road Hastings, Michigan 49058 Telephone: (269) 948-2194 �Page 10 — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Decision on Podunk Lake weed control postponed by Rutland board by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer The Rutland Charter Township Board of Trustees held a public hearing Feb. 10 on a proposal to create a special assessment district that would provide the funding for Professional Lake Management to treat Podunk Lake for weeds over the course of five years. PLM previously managed aquatic plant life at the lake from 2004 to 2008. Township Clerk Robin Hawthorne explained that the hearing was held in response to a petition supporting the proposal that was signed by people living on and around the lake who collectively own more than 51 percent of the land in that area. According to a document, the proposed special assessment district is comprised of 41 lots adjacent to the lake, 11 lots adjacent to a channel that connects to the lake, and 16 lots that provide their owners with legal access to the lake but are not immediately adjacent to either the lake or the channel. Attorney Craig Rolfe, legal counsel for the township, explained that if instituted, the proposal would cost a total of $54,900. According to Rolfe, if the cost was averaged over the course of five years and shared between the owners of the nearly 70 lots in a way consistent with the proposal, owners of lots adjacent to the lake, adjacent to the channel and neither adjacent to the lake nor the channel would be responsible for annual payments of approximately $200, $170 and $55, respectively. Rolfe added that the annual payments he calculated are slightly higher than those detailed in the petitions. While the public hearing was held to consider adoption of the proposal, Rolfe explained that upon request, PLM provided the board with a different proposal that entails more “aggressive” treatment of the lake at an approximate cost of more than $66,000. According to Andy Tomaszewski, a representative of PLM, the primary difference between the two proposals is that the more expensive of the two would, from a financial standpoint, better accommodate unexpected issues. Following the hearing, the board voted unanimously to hold another public hearing March 10, where the public would have an opportunity to discuss both proposals. Some members of the board said they had not had an opportunity to review the more expensive proposal, and they agreed that more information on both proposals could be better reviewed before the next scheduled public hearing. At least three of the residents in attendance claimed that they were not made aware of the petition when it was being circulated, and the board discussed that in its deliberations. “Neither I nor my neighbors were even aware of a petition,” said resident Jody Hartwell. LEGAL NOTICES THE DETROIT LEGAL NEWS - 1409 Allen Road, Troy, Michigan 48083-4003 SHORT FORECLOSURE NOTICE - Barry COUNTY SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)5397400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by JACK GRIZZLE and NANCY GRIZZLE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated July 18, 2007, and recorded on July 25, 2007, in Document No. 20070725-0000117, and assigned by said mortgagee to Arch Bay Holdings, LLC - Series 2009B, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eighty-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Nine Dollars and Ninety Cents ($288,939.90), including interest at 7.750% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o'clock, on March 18, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 1, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 673.66 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 1; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG AN INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE OF THE SHORE OF CROOKED LAKE THE FOLLOWING COURSES: NORTH 11 DEGREES 53 MINUTES 08 SECONDS EAST 76.89 FEET; THENCE NORTH 41 DEGREES 36 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 97.80 FEET; THENCE NORTH 55 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 17 SECONDS EAST 146.13 FEET; THENCE NORTH 26 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 170.72 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID TRAVERSE LINE NORTH 26 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 5.31 FEET; THENCE NORTH 62 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 54 SECONDS EAST 73.27 FEET; THENCE NORTH 77 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 06 SECONDS EAST 215.35 FEET; THENCE NORTH 31 DEGREES 25 MINUTES 32 SECONDS EAST 80.00 FEET TO THE END OF SAID TRAVERSE LINE; THENCE NORTH 50 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 06 SECONDS WEST 186.82 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 83 DEGREES 12 MINUTES 55 SECONDS WEST 308.19 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG AN INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE OF THE SHORE OF CROOKED LAKE THE FOLLOWING COURSES; SOUTH 39 DEGREES 26 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 158.31 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 25 DEGREES 49 MINUTES 43 SECONDS WEST 103.21 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 65 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 09 SECONDS WEST 24.37 FEET TO THE END OF SAID TRAVERSE LINE; THENCE SOUTH 82 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST 98.15 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, INCLUDING LANDS LYING BETWEEN SAID INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE AND THE WATERS OF CROOKED LAKE AS LIMITED BY THE SIDE LINES OF SAID PARCEL EXTENDED TO THE WATERS EDGE. MORE CORRECTLY DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 1, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 673.86 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 1; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG AN INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE OF THE SHORE OF CROOKED LAKE THE FOLLOWING COURSES: NORTH 11 DEGREES 53 MINUTES 08 SECONDS EAST 76.89 FEET; THENCE NORTH 41 DEGREES 36 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 97.80 FEET; THENCE NORTH 55 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 17 SECONDS EAST 146.13 FEET; THENCE NORTH 26 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 170.72 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID TRAVERSE LINE NORTH 26 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 5.31 FEET; THENCE NORTH 62 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 54 SECONDS EAST 73.27 FEET; THENCE NORTH 77 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 06 SECONDS EAST 215.35 FEET; THENCE NORTH 31 DEGREES 25 MINUTES 32 SECONDS EAST 80.00 FEET TO THE END OF SAID TRAVERSE LINE; THENCE NORTH 50 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 06 SECONDS WEST 186.82 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 83 DEGREES 12 MINUTES 55 SECONDS WEST 308.19 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG AN INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE OF THE SHORE OF CROOKED LAKE THE FOLLOWING COURSES; SOUTH 39 DEGREES 26 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 158.31 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 25 DEGREES 49 MINUTES 43 SECONDS WEST 103.21 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 65 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 09 SECONDS WEST 24.37 FEET TO THE END OF SAID TRAVERSE LINE; THENCE SOUTH 82 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST 98.15 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, INCLUDING LANDS LYING BETWEEN SAID INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE AND THE WATERS OF CROOKED LAKE AS LIMITED BY THE SIDE LINES OF SAID PARCEL EXTENDED TO THE WATERS EDGE. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 Arch Bay Holdings, LLC - Series 2009B Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 ASAP# 3452530 02/18/2010, 02/25/2010, 03/04/2010, 03/11/2010 HASTINGS CHARTER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE The Hastings Charter Township Board of Review for 2010 will be held at the Township Hall at 885 River Road, Hastings, MI 49058 on the following dates: Tuesday, March 2 Tuesday, March 9 Wednesday, March 10 Organizational Meeting Appeal Hearing Appeal Hearing 1:00pm 9-12pm & 1-4pm 1-4pm & 6-9pm The Board of Review will meet as many more days as deemed necessary to hear questions, protests, and to equalize the 2010 assessments. Written protests may be sent to the above address by Tuesday, March 9, 2010. The tentative ratios and the estimated multipliers for each class of real property and personal property for 2010 are as follows: CLASS Agricultural Commercial Industrial Residential Personal Developmental RATIO 54.01% 47.29% 50.00% 54.38% 50% None in class Rick Brown, who was one of several residents who circulated the petition, asserted that the document was brought to as many people as possible. “We did not see everyone, but an attempt was made, as long as it felt safe, to try to get to everyone,” he said. Of the discussion that took place during the hearing, the majority centered on the possible effects that PLM’s previous treatments have had on wildlife at the lake. Resident Daniel Carlson claimed that much of the wildlife at the lake was adversely affected by PLM’s efforts. “Some of our fish are gone,” he said. “Some of our animals are gone. The blue heron that we watched for years on our dock no longer comes there. Our swans are no longer plentiful. We had six at one time. Some of our geese are not there, as prevalent as they were in previous years. And the size of the fish has gone down.” Fellow resident Bonnie Craig echoed Carlson, claiming that cygnets have not been seen at the lake since PLM last was involved in treating weeds there. “The last time we had cygnets on the lake was four years ago,” she said. “The swans show up in the spring, but they don’t stay and nest.” Carlson also claimed that snails are among the species of wildlife that have been adversely affected by PLM. “We have no snails, anymore,” he said. “The snail population is way down.” Regarding the notion that PLM’s treatments pose a threat, resident Robina Hartwell expressed concern over the effect they might have on swimmers at the lake. Addressing the possibility of any connection between PLM and the alleged changes in wildlife mentioned by some attendees, Tomaszewski maintained that the herbicides previously utilized by PLM at the lake, along with those that it would use there in the future, are governmentally regulated and tested for safety. “There’s only a handful of aquatic herbicides that meet all of the requirements for safety in aquatic use,” he said. “These products are tested on fish — any aquatic organism — to make sure. If they have any detrimental impact to those species, they wouldn’t ... be considered for use in aquatics.” Brown claimed that recreational activity at the lake has done nothing but increase over the years and contended that such activity should not be ignored when considering the cause of possible changes to wildlife in the area. “There’s a lot of reasons why things change,” he said. Describing what PLM would do to manage the lake in the future, Tomaszewski explained that many of the same steps previously taken by the company in providing such management would be taken, steps that would include regular testing for levels of nutrients, E. coli and oxygen. “This five-year proposal is very similar to the last five-year proposal,” he said. Resident Rick Moore gave support for PLM’s future involvement with the lake, maintaining that the company utilizes the most scientifically advanced procedures available for the treatment of weeds at lakes. “I’m here to support the management of our lake with the best scientific and practical avenues explored,” he said. Tomaszewski explained that when PLM previously treated the lake for weeds, two invasive species of plant life, Eurasian watermilfoil and curlyleaf pondweed, were found. “That five years of treatment kept the milfoil LHS girls have no trouble topping Perry a second time by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Vikings gave the Ramblers a choice when they chose to come out in a zone defense. Perry’s varsity girls’ basketball team could collapse on Anna Lynch and Emily Kutch in the post, or worry about the outside shooters for Lakewood. When Lynch scored her first six points in the opening quarter, the Ramblers started paying more attention to her. Then Lexie Spetoskey went off for the Vikings. Lakewood scored a 50-23 win over the Lakewood’s Madison King races past Perry’s MacKenzie Reava near mid-court during the fourth quarter Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) • NOTICE • Delton Kellogg Schools is accepting the following bids for the 2008-2010 building trades house: sewer system installation, well, and cabinets. Bids must be received by 2:30 p.m. on Friday, February 26, 2010. Send to Paul Blacken, Assistant Superintendent, Delton Kellogg Schools, 327 N. Grove Street, Delton, MI 49046; or contact by phone at 269-6232327 for more information. Detailed information is available on the school website: www.dkschools.org 77543003 WOODLAND TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW Woodland Township Board of Review will meet at the Woodland Township Hall, 156 S. Main St., Woodland, Michigan on March 2, 2010 to receive and review the assessment roll. Public meetings to hear assessment appeals will be held Monday, March 08, 2010, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Tuesday, March 09, 2010 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. MULTIPLIER 0.9258 1.0573 .9806 .9195 Appointments are not necessary but will be taken and given preference. For appointments call 269-367-4915 (office) or 269-367-4214 (home). Answering machine messages returned ASAP. The tentative ratios and the estimated multipliers for each class of real property for 2010 have been set by the State mandated reassessment of Woodland Twp. The taxable value multiplier for 2010 is .997. Jim Brown, Supervisor Hastings Charter Township Ph. 269-948-9690 Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the township clerk at least seven (7) days in advance of the hearing. This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act) MCLA41.72a(2)(3) and with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). 77543009 under control quite well,” he said. “I don’t know how much it’s returned in 2008, but, on the very nature of milfoil, you expect it to increase without any proper management.” While some residents favored not allowing PLM to again treat the lake for weeds until plant life such as Eurasian milfoil became cumbersome once more, Tomaszewski maintained that such a strategy is unwise for several reasons, including the effect it could have on native plant life and fish. “If you let milfoil get to a high density like that, it out-competes your native plants — your beneficial plants — so you lose your diversity of your native species in a milfoilinfested area,” he said. According to Tomaszewski, one of the problems with waiting to eradicate Eurasian milfoil until it becomes widespread is that the eradication of large numbers of the weed could translate to a loss of oxygen for fish. Since bacteria feed on the remains of Eurasian milfoil, and because bacteria use oxygen, a massive eradication of established Eurasian milfoil might lead to fish not having enough oxygen to survive, he elaborated. Tomaszewski added that the additional growth of weeds such as Eurasian milfoil can cause stress for fish. “Plants ... produce oxygen during the day, but they use oxygen at night, so you start getting these large ups and downs between night and day of oxygen highs and oxygen lows, which aren’t good for fish,” he said. Addressing the presence of Eurasian milfoil at the lake, resident Jayne Sherwood spoke in favor of doing something to prevent its widespread return. “We do need to address this,” she said. “We can’t just forget it. It’s here, and the milfoil’s here to stay.” Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Supervisor 7 days prior to the meeting by writing or calling Dave Bursley. 156 S. Main, Woodland, Michigan 48897. 269-367-4915 (office) or 269-367-4214 (home). 06707348 Ramblers Friday in Capital Area Activities Conference White Division action. Spetoskey hit four threes on the night, two in the first quarter and two in the second, and led Lakewood with 16 points to go along with five steals and four assists. “Lexie Spetoskey had the best game of her career,” said Lakewood head coach Tal Thompson. Lynch added 11 points and a team-high five rebounds. Madison King had a big night too for Lakewood, finishing with eight points four steals, and four assists. Breann Curtis chipped in six points as well. Thompson said that King played a very “smart game” and that Lynch was a “great inside-outside presence”. The Vikings eventually got the Ramblers out of their zone, and on the other end of the floor had a fine defensive effort. The press led to a few easy buckets. They limited Perry to 14 points in the first half, and led 29-14 at the break. Perry got four points each from Brittany Johnson, Bailey Batteen, and Taylor Devota. Lakewood is now 3-5 in the CAAC-White, and 6-11 overall. The Vikings followed that win up with a 72-42 non-conference win over Fowlerville Tuesday evening. Lynch had 13 points, seven rebounds, two assists, and two steals to lead the way for Lakewood, while Spetoskey and King added 12 points each, and Kristin Hilley ten. Lakewood moved out to a 13-9 first quarter lead, then scored 41 points over the course of the next two quarters to take control of the game. They led 54-30 heading into the fourth quarter. The Vikings head to Lansing Catholic for their second league meeting with the Cougars Friday. PART-TIME WATER, WASTEWATER OPERATOR Could evolve into full-time position, wage based on experience and W/WW licenses. Must pass a drug test, possess a valid drivers license, CDL a plus. Gun Lake Area Sewer & Water Authority 12588 Marsh Road, Shelbyville, MI 49344 (269) 672-5588 07534681 CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS The City of Hastings is soliciting sealed bids for the provision and installation of a commercial grade hot water heater for the Department of Public Services maintenance building located at 301 East Court Street. Bid documents are available from the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer at City Hall. The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. Sealed bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 9:00 AM, on Friday, March 12, 2010 at which time they shall be opened and publicly read aloud. Bids shall be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package “SEALED BID - DPS GARAGE HOT WATER HEATER”. 77543281 Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Marguerite Benjamin, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1476 Manitou Ln, Middleville, MI 49333-8305. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543210 File # 060926F04 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Phillip Geesey and Rachel Geesey, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 3860 Lawrence Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-9336. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543130 File # 252111F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Steven Stenger and Christine Stenger, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11731 Manning Lake Rd, Delton, MI 49046-9648. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Select Portfolio Servicing, Inc., 3815 S West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84165-0250; Phone 888-818-6032 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543165 File # 310213F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. RIGHTS PURSUANT TO MCL §600.3205(a) This notice is published pursuant to MCL 600.3205(a) to inform Bradley Ashcraft and Amy Ashcraft of certain rights under the statute relating to property located at 2705 Tanner Lake Road, Hastings, MI 49058. The above borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The mortgage holder or servicer has designated Suzanne Liston of Wells Fargo, 515-3249111, 1 Home Campus, Mac X2303-033, Des Moines, IA 50328 as the person to contact regarding resolving your default. The borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan state housing development authority’s website at http://www.michigan.gov/ mshda or by calling the Michigan state housing development authority at 517-373-8370. If the borrower requests a meeting with the designated person above, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after the date notice is mailed to the borrower. If the borrower and the designated person above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The state bar of Michigan’s lawyer referral service number is 800-968-0738. Dated: 2/18/2010 \___________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Wachovia Mortgage FSB 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 Wachovia Ashcraft 77543265 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gerrin L. Gonsalves and Sonya Gonsalves, married, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 19, 2007, and recorded on December 6, 2007 in instrument 20071206-0004921, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Three And 33/100 Dollars ($106,983.33), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots No. 1 and 2, Block 35, Eastern Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, excepting therefrom the North 74 feet The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542844 File #286360F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael S. Irish, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Chase Bank USA, NA, Mortgagee, dated October 4, 2007, and recorded on October 10, 2007 in instrument 20071010-0002917, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-Two And 58/100 Dollars ($334,732.58), including interest at 8.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 61 and 62 of Arnett's Resort at Mill Lake, Johnstown Township, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2, Page 33 of Plats, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542938 File #230738F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Leslie Antcliffe, A Married Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 8, 2006, and recorded on March 8, 2006 in instrument 1161057, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-One Thousand Five Hundred Ninety-Nine And 24/100 Dollars ($191,599.24), including interest at 4% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2, Boulder Creek Estates, according to the Recorded plat thereof in Liber 6 of Plats, on Page 23 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #302478F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mike Williams and Angela L. Williams AKA Angela Williams, husband and wife, to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 23, 2006 and recorded July 11, 2006 in Instrument Number 1167040, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee in trust for, Argent Securities Inc. Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-M2, under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated August 1, 2006 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Fifty and 06/100 Dollars ($144,050.06) including interest at 8.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lots 9 and 10 of Block 6 of Daniel Striker's Addition to the City formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 11 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 356.3387 ASAP# 3428734 02/04/2010, 02/11/2010, 02/18/2010, 02/25/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Frederic J Saintamour Jr., a married man and Leslie Saintamour, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 12, 2005, and recorded on April 19, 2005 in instrument 1145100, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S. Bank National Association, As Trustee, For The Benefit Of Harborview 2005-3 Trust Fund as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seven Hundred Sixty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-One And 16/100 Dollars ($768,491.16), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 38 of Algonquin North Shore Subdivision, according to the recorded Plat thereto as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 50 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542933 File #292719F01 77542617 77542783 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darin W. Johnson and Cheryl L. Johnson, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 9, 2002, and recorded on August 16, 2002 in instrument 1085796, and rerecorded on September 4, 2002 in instrument 1086730, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-One And 44/100 Dollars ($127,731.44), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 all in Block 4 of Sandy Beach Park according to the Recorded Plat thereof as Recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 18 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543133 File #292027F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Brownell and Kathleen Brownell, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 29, 2009, and recorded on May 6, 2009 in instrument 20090506-0004919, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Seven And 77/100 Dollars ($155,747.77), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 19, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Section 19; thence West 1320.75 feet to the place of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 38 minutes West 247.50 feet; thence West 726.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes East 247.50 feet; thence East 726.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543246 File #304057F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on April 12, 2002, by Jerry N. DePew, a single man, as Mortgagor, to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on April 18, 2009 in Document No. 1078516, as modified by a Modification Agreement recorded in Document No. 20090116-0000469 and a Mortgage executed January 29, 2004 and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on January 30, 2004 in Document No. 1121527, modified by a Modification Agreement recorded in Document No. 20090116-0000468 [collectively the “Mortgages”], on which Mortgages there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of One Hundred Two Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty Seven and 96/100 Dollars ($102,927.96), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgages, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgages, and the power of sale having become operative by reason on the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, March 4, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., at the Courthouse at 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, or the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgages, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan described in the Mortgage as follows: A parcel of land in the Northeast _ of Section 8, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the Northeast _ of said Section 8; thence East 98 feet, thence North 225 feet; thence West 98 feet; thence South 225 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 533 and 535 East Woodlawn, Hastings, Michigan. The length of the redemption period will be six (6) months for the date of the sale. Dated: January 28, 2010 PURKEY & ASSOCIATES, PLC Attorneys for MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Lori L. Purkey, Esq. 2251 East Paris Avenue, SE, Suite B 77542526 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Timothy A. Hannan and Elizabeth Hannan, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 2754 BUTTERFLY LANE, MIDDLEVILLE, MI 49333 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-539-7400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Timothy A. Hannan and Elizabeth Hannan also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738 (Tel). Pub Date: February 18, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77543236 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Kirk D Ziegler and Jody R Ziegler, Husband and Wife to Option One Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated December 17, 2004 and recorded January 5, 2005 in Instrument # 1139717 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2005-OPT1, by assignment dated December 15, 2008 and recorded December 22, 2008in Instrument # 200812220011966 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Three Dollars and Eighty-Two Cents ($123,683.82) including interest 7.4% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on March 4, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 296, Al-Con-Quin Lake Resort Properties Unit No. 2, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in liber 2 of Plats, Page 63, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 2696 Quakezik St, Hastings MI 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 2/04/2010 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2005-OPT1, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 09-12385 77542813 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rita Kay Ferguson and William Mitchell Ferguson aka Will Mitchell Ferguson, wife and husband, to Long Beach Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated April 21, 2003 and recorded May 5, 2003 in Instrument Number 1103504, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 20034 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-One and 89/100 Dollars ($116,921.89) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 610 feet East of Northwest corner, Northeast one-quarter, Northeast one-quarter Section 29, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, thence South 800.97 feet for Point of Beginning; thence South 454 feet; thence East 600 feet; thence North 454 feet; thence West 600 feet to Point of Beginning. Including an easement 66 feet wide to commencing at a point 610 feet East of Northwest corner Northeast one-quarter Northeast one-quarter Section 29, thence South 800.97 feet; thence East 66 feet; thence North 800.97 feet; thence West 66 feet to Point of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 362.7195 ASAP# 3433425 02/04/2010, 02/11/2010, 02/18/2010, 02/25/2010 �Page 12 — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Theresa Lambert and Theodore Lambert 1077 West Hickory Road Delton, MI 49046 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: February 18, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 617.3343 ASAP# 3450388 02/18/2010 77543238 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Antoinette Meyers 1405 East Center Road Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: February 18, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 617.3371 77543258 ASAP# 3451807 02/18/2010 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on May 16, 2005, by LAURIE S. HALLIFAX-GREER and ROBERT J. GREER, wife and husband, as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on May 23, 2005, in Instrument No. 1146898 (the “Mortgage”), on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of Ninety Four Thousand One Hundred Eighty One and 73/100 Dollars ($94,181.73), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, March 4, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN: LOT 6, BLOCK 3, DANIEL STRIKER’S ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. Commonly known as 305 E. Grant St., Hastings, Michigan. The length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of the sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77542792 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kathy Ann Parker, an unmarried woman, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 23, 2007 and recorded October 30, 2007 in Instrument Number 20071030-0003636, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Eight and 25/100 Dollars ($85,938.25) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 17, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan; thence East 1267 feet; thence South 89 degrees 26 minutes East, 516 feet for a place of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 26 minutes East, 165 feet; thence South 200 feet; thence North 89 degrees 26 minutes West, 165 feet; thence North 200 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 11, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.5762 ASAP# 3437270 02/11/2010, 02/18/2010, 77542860 02/25/2010, 03/04/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jolena M Fitzsimmons, a married person and Patrick O Fitzsimmons, a married, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 24, 2002, and recorded on May 28, 2002 in instrument 1081142, and modified by agreement dated October 20, 2008, and recorded on December 9, 2008 in instrument 20081209-0011674, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Eight And 67/100 Dollars ($108,448.67), including interest at 5.69% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 29, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan, thence 680 feet for a place of beginning; thence East 216 feet; thence North 200 feet; thence West 216 feet; thence South 200 feet to the Place of Beginning. Subject to the Highway right-of-way for Dowling Road The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542778 File #055934F04 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven Paul Seilheimer, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 28, 2007, and recorded on September 7, 2007 in instrument 20070907-0001768, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand Eight Hundred Nineteen And 52/100 Dollars ($124,819.52), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, and being more particularly described as commencing at the West 1/4 post of said Section 33; thence East 440 feet for point of beginning, thence continuing East 220 feet, thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes East, 264 feet, thence West 220 feet, thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes West 264 feet of point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542912 File #302908F01 SYNOPSIS ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BUDGET WORKSHOP January 25, 2010 Meeting called to order at 7:03 by Clerk Goy. All board members present with the exception of Supervisor Rook. Also present 2 guests. Summary of job descriptions for cemetery and township. Discussion of 5 year plan for parks. Motion Perino; support Ritchie to adjourn. All ayes. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned 8:55 p.m. Respectfully submitted Jennifer Goy, Clerk Attested to by 77543162 Thomas Rook, Supervisor SYNOPSIS ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BUDGET WORKSHOP February 1, 2010 Meeting called to order at 7:05 by Supervisor Rook. All board members present. Also present: Fire Chief Boulter. Presentation of 2010/11 fire department budget. General Fund line items were reviewed, along with bids for contracted services. Approved motion to adjourn. Respectfully submitted Jennifer Goy, Clerk Attested to by Thomas Rook, Supervisor 77543159 SYNOPSIS HASTINGS CHARTER TOWNSHIP REGULAR MEETING FEB. 9, 2010 Six board members present, Mennell absent; 2 guests. Approved consent agenda. Received Treasurer’s Report. Received 2009 Financial Statement. Adopted Federal Guidelines for Poverty Exemption. Paid outstanding bills. Meeting adjourned at 7:45. Submitted by: Bonnie L. Cruttenden, Clerk Attested to by: 77543289 Jim Brown, Supervisor STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE No. 10-25516DE Estate of Phillip H. Voelker, deceased. Date of Birth: October 18, 1931. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Phillip H. Voelker, deceased, who lived at 11524 Willow Cove Drive, Dowling, Michigan 49050 died January 2, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Ronald J. Voelker, personal representative or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court St., Suite 302, Hastings, Michigan 49058 and the personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Warner Norcross & Judd Jerome M. Smith P20673 111 Lyon Street, N.W., Suite 900 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 (616) 752-2105 Ronald J. Voelker 21472 M-37 Battle Creek, Michigan 49017 77543195 (269) 968-8639 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 2010-25515-DE Estate of Florence L. Comp, deceased. Date of birth: 09/22/1919. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Florence L. Comp, deceased, who lived at 538 N. Boltwood, Hastings, Michigan died 12/27/2009. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Larry L. Comp, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court Street, Hastings, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 02/03/2010 Timothy L. Tromp P41571 501 W. State Street Hastings, Michigan 49058 (269) 948-9400 Larry L. Comp 538 N. Boltwood Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 948-0426 77543139 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Scott Mueller (“Borrower”) to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 1634 Mixer Rd, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of February 11, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after February 11, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. February 11, 2010 By: MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB 629 W State Street, 77543221 Hastings, MI 49058 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHARLES HARRIS and SHELIA HARRIS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated November 8, 2006, and recorded on November 28, 2006, in Document No. 1173180, and assigned by said mortgagee to PROVIDENT FUNDING ASSOCIATES, L.P., as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Six Thousand One Hundred Forty-Two Dollars and Five Cents ($146,142.05), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on March 11, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 74 OF ALGONQUIN ESTATES, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 4 OF PLATS ON PAGE 22. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 PROVIDENT FUNDING ASSOCIATES, L.P. Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77542998 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage executed by Alden Vincent, a single man, Mortgagors, to the Eaton Federal Savings Bank of Charlotte, Eaton County, Michigan, a corporation organized under the laws of the United States, Mortgagee, dated February 15, 2006 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on February 22, 2006 in Liber 1160454, Pages 1-10, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due on February 11, 2010, for principal, interest, late charges and delinquent escrow balance, the sum of Seventy Eight Thousand Sixty One and 26/100 Dollars, ($78,061.26), and said Mortgagee having elected to declare all sums secured by said Mortgage immediately due and payable because of the several defaults of the Mortgagors and no proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, the said Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction to the highest bidder, at the East steps of the Circuit Court Building, 206 W. State St., Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on March 18, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock, local time in the afternoon of said day, and said premises will be sold to pay the amount then due on said Mortgage, together with Six and One Eighth, (6.125%) percent per annum interest, legal costs, attorney fees and also any taxes, insurance premiums and any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned Mortgagee which it deemed necessary to pay to protect its interest in the premises, which said premises are described in said Mortgage as follows, to wit: Beginning at the Southwest Corner of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 8 West; thence North 450 feet along the West line of said East 1/2; thence East 230 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 15; thence South 450 feet parallel with said West line to the South line of said Section 15; thence West 230 feet along said South line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for Public Highway purposes over the Southerly 33 feet thereof for Maple Grove Road, Baltimore Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period will be Six (6) months from the time of such sale unless the property is deemed abandoned according to MCL600.3201 to 600.3280, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days. EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK A Federally Chartered Savings Bank 236 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 77542969 Dated: February 11, 2010 Circuit Court Sale Case No. 09-366-CH Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C. is a debt collector, and we are attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Judicial Sale in Pursuance and by virtue of a Judgment of the Circuit Court of the County of Barry, State of Michigan, made and entered on the 19th day of November A.D. 2009, in a certain cause therein pending, wherein TCF National Bank, a national banking association, was the Plaintiff, and William F. Quick, an individual, and Birgit H. Quick, an individual, were the Defendants, Notice is hereby given that I shall sell at public auction to the highest bidder at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Barry County, Michigan (that being the building in which the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held) on Thursday, the 11th day of March A.D. 2010 at one o’clock p.m., (1:00 P.M.) Eastern Standard Time, on the said day, the following described property, viz: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Maple Grove, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan as described as follows, to-wit: Commencing 264 feet East of the Southwest corner of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 7 West; thence East 270 feet; thence North 165 feet; thence West 270 feet; thence South 165 feet to the point of beginning. Tax I.D. No. 10-015-100-00 This property may be redeemed during the six (6) months following the date of sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 Pamela Jarvis Barry County Clerk Drafted by : Attorney for Plaintiff Michael J. Thomas, Esq. Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C. 1425 Ford Building, 615 Griswold Street Detroit, Michigan 48226 (313) 963-1301 77542382 (1-21)(3-4) Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kevin McDonnell, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Member First Mortgage, LLC., Mortgagee, dated May 15, 2006, and recorded on May 23, 2006 in instrument 1164989, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Rivertown Community Federal Credit Union as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Seven And 27/100 Dollars ($90,997.27), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: commencing at the 1/8 corner on the North side of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 15: Thence South on the 1/8 line 775 feet to an iron stake at the Shore of Long Lake; Thence North 60 3/4 degrees East 75 feet for the place of beginning; Thence North 60 3/4 degrees East along the Shore of Long Lake 200 feet; Thence North 4 1/2 degrees West 140.6 feet; Thence South 60 1/4 degrees West 200 feet; Thence South 4 1/2 degrees East 139 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #300085F01 77542799 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Harvey F. Leaf aka Harvey Leaf, a married man, Dawn C. Leaf, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Independent Mortgage Co. South MI, Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2005, and recorded on October 21, 2005 in instrument 1154961, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Two Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Three And 34/100 Dollars ($172,643.34), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 20 acres of the East 40 acres of the West 100 acres of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 1 North, Range 7 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542921 File #291581F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Howard Bowersox, Jr., a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 14, 2007, and recorded on June 29, 2007 in instrument 1182431, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Corporation (USA) as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Five Hundred Twenty-Nine And 17/100 Dollars ($102,529.17), including interest at 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 7, Whispering Pines Condominium, a site condominium according to the Master Deed thereof recorded in instrument 11613220, Page 2-79 of barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46 together with an individed interst in the common elements of said condominium as set forth in said Master Deed and any amendments thereto, as described in Act 59 of the public Acts of MI of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543168 File #308889F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE No. 09-25357-DE Estate of MABEL IRENE WILSON. Date of Birth: October 9, 1928. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, MABEL IRENE WILSON, who lived at 7170 WOODLAND ROAD, LAKE ODESSA, MI 48897 died April 13, 2009. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to DAVID W. WILSON, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 WEST COURT, SUITE 302, HASTINGS, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 2/10/10 DAVID H. TRIPP P29290 206 SOUTH BROADWAY HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 945-9585 DAVID W. WILSON 3604 COOPER COURT, APT. 3 KALAMAZOO, MI 49004 (269) 345-3846 77543234 PURSUANT TO 15 USC 1692 YOU ARE HEREBY INFORMED THAT THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION THAT YOU PROVIDE MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the condition of a mortgage made by Mark L. Claypool and Maeleah M. Claypool Husband and Wife to MERS, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc by a mortgage dated August 11, 2006 and recorded on August 24, 2006 in instrument No. 1169060 Barry County Records Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Three and 45/100 Dollars ($249,993.45) including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings; Michigan at 1:00 pm on February 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in the Township of Irving, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Southwest corner of the East 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 Section 20, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North, 600 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 20; thence East 580 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 20; thence South, 400 feet; thence West 330 feet; thence South 200 feet to said South section line; thence West along section line, 250 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Southernmost 33 feet for Barnum Road and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 1 year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: January 19, 2010 Michael M. Grand, Esq. GRAND & GRAND PLLC 31731 Northwestern Hwy., #151 Farmington Hills, Ml 48334 (248) 538-3737 76055 ASAP# 3417692 01/28/2010, 02/04/2010, 02/11/2010, 02/18/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Matthew A. Jackson, a married man and Hiedi G. Jackson, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 24, 2002, and recorded on May 31, 2002 in instrument 1081492, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Thousand Two Hundred Thirteen And 53/100 Dollars ($85,213.53), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 corner of said Section 26; thence South 00 degrees 23 minutes 13 seconds West 1807.69 feet, along the North and South 1/4 line to the point of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 55 seconds East 402.46 feet; thence South 00 degrees 22 minutes 42 seconds West 243.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 55 seconds West 402.58 feet; thence North 00 degrees 23 minutes 13 seconds East 243.00 feet along the North and South 1/4 line to point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543145 File #304303F01 SYNOPSIS HOPE TOWNSHIP SPECIAL BOARD AND BUDGET WORKSHOP MEETING Feb. 2, 2010 All Board members present No guests Approved: Previous Minutes New Well at Cedar Creek Cemetery Not accepting Guernsey Lake Sewer petitions over 1 year old Supervisor discretion to hire and fire Maintenance and Cemetery workers Wages of $9.00 ph for Cemetery workers Raising Opening and Closing Grave fees Raising Grave foundation fees Budget Public Hearing notice 2010-11 Township Board Meeting Schedule 2010 BPH Fire Budget Re-appointing PC and ZBA Members 2010 Road concerns and improvements Various line items in the 2010-2011 Budget Adjourned at 9:07 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by 77543285 Patricia Albert, Supervisor NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to James Thwaites and Bonnie G Backhus, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11387 Oak Dr, Delton, MI 490469441. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543142 File # 309932F01 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Scott R. Wolcott and Heather R. Wolcott, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store, Mortgagee, dated the 23rd day of December, 1998 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 11th day of January, 1999 in Liber Document No. 1023541 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to Wachovia Bank, NA on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Sixty Two Thousand Sixty Five & 36/100 ($62065.36), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 4th day of March, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 11.850% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: A parcel of Land located in the North 1/2 of Section 29, T3N, R8W, described as follows: Beginning at a point which lies South 258.08 feet and West 22.08 feet from the North 1/4 post of said section 29; thence South 2 degrees 47' 30" West 134.67 feet; thence North 87 degrees 12' 30" West 138 feet; thence North 4 degrees 39' 30" East 128.75 feet; thence South 89 degrees 45' 30" East 134 feet to the point of beginning, Barry County Records. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 2/4/2010 Wachovia Bank, NA Mortgagee FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Wachovia Bank, NA 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77542611 HE Wolcott SYNOPSIS ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING February 9, 2010 Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m. All board members present. Approved minutes from regular board meeting held on January 5, 2010. Approved minutes from budget workshop held on January 25, 2010 and February 1, 2010. Treasurer’s report received and put on file. Correspondence received. Fire Report read and put on file. Commissioner’s Report received. Parks and Recreation report received. Public Comment received. Approved paying of the bills. Approved motion to adjourn. Respectfully submitted, Jennifer Goy, Clerk Attested to by 77543156 Thomas Rook, Supervisor NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Mark Sherman, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 12735 Pine Lake Rd, Plainwell, MI 49080-9272. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543218 File # 310890F01 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Kevin J. Tava and Jeannie Tava, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS), Mortgagee, dated the 8th day of March, 2005 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 23rd day of August, 2005 in Liber Instrument No. 1143105 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty Eight Thousand Three Hundred Seventy Six & 61/100 ($128376.61), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 18th day of March, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 10.250% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 2/18/2010 THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 BOA Tava 77543260 NOTICE TO CREDITORS In re: MERLIN M. HART TRUST TO ALL CREDITORS: On November 21, 1983, Merlin M. Hart, born August 21, 1935, who lived at 15700 Waubascon Road, Battle Creek, Michigan, created the Trust as Settlor. Settlor died January 25, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the Trust will be forever barred unless presented to Marian M. Hart, the Successor Trustee, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 and the named Successor Trustee within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Dated: February 18, 2010 Robert L. Humbarger (P-23099) 3 Heritage Oak Lane Battle Creek, MI 49015 77543256 (269) 979-3990 SYNOPSIS HOPE TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 2010 All board members present 3 guests Approved: Previous Minutes Standing Reports Bills Sending Letter concerning HB5114 2 Budget Amendments 2010-11 Board Salary Resolution with no raises Sale of Assessors old computer 2010-2011 Delton District Library Grant Sending 2010-2011 Budget to Public Hearing Adjourned 7:52 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by 77543283 Patricia Albert, Supervisor NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Janna M Jean and James F Jean II, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 4950 S Herbert Road, Delton, MI 49046. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 15, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 15, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543251 File # 311335F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to William L. Ward and Julie A. Ward, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1980 River Rd, Hastings, MI 490589134. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 15, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 15, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543244 File # 311380F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by THOMAS R. SIMMONS and NATASHA M. SIMMONS, husband and wife (collectively, "Mortgagor"), to SAND RIDGE BANK, an Indiana corporation, of PO Box 598, Schereville, Indiana 46375, dated March 29, 2005, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on March 30, 2005, as instrument number 1143491 (the “Mortgage”). First Financial Bank, N.A., was the successor by consolidation to Sand Ridge Bank, and subsequently assigned the Mortgage to Chemical Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, of 2185 Three Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 ("Mortgagee"), by the terms of a Branch Purchase and Assumption Agreement dated May 11, 2006, and a Bill of Sale dated August 18, 2006, as further evidenced by an Assignment of Mortgage dated November 25, 2009, recorded December 10, 2009 as instrument number 200912100011913. By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Fifty Six Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety Nine and 26/100 Dollars ($56,899.26). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 4th day of March, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: The North 1/2 of Lots 4 and 5, Block 7 of H.J. Kenfield's Addition, according to the recorded Plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 9 Together with all the improvements erected on the real estate, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures a part of the property, and all replacements and additions. Commonly known as: 501 S. Dibble Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.P. #08-55-235-034-00 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor's heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned. Dated: February 4, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard C Lampman, and Leslie Lampman, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2005, and recorded on October 25, 2005 in instrument 1155139, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand Six Hundred Two And 26/100 Dollars ($119,602.26), including interest at 6.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the center of Banfield Road at a point distant Southeasterly along same 1219.1 feet from the North line of Section 33, Town 1 North, range 8 West; thence South 65 degrees 16 minutes East 156.8 feet; thence West 371.6 feet; thence North 1 degree 58 minutes west 132 feet; thence North 88 degrees 02 minutes East 311.2 feet to beginning. Also commencing at the center of Banfield road Southeasterly 1219.1 feet from the North line of Section 33, town 1 North, Range 8 West; thence South 88 degrees 02 minutes west 311.2 feet; thence North 1 degree 58 minutes West 27 feet; thence North 83 degrees 08 minutes east 290.67 feet; thence South 65 degrees 16 minutes East 56.21 feet to beginning. Parcel 2: Part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 1 North Range 8 West, described as commencing at the Northwest corner of said Section 33; thence South 89 degrees 36 minutes 35 seconds East along the North line of said Section 33, 1330.81 feet to the centerline of Banfield Road; thence South 27 degrees 56 minutes 12 seconds East 423.99 feet along said centerline; thence 249.68 feet along said centerline and the arc of a curve to the left whose radius is 2003.24 feet and whose chord bears South 37 degrees 30 minutes 26 seconds East 249.51 feet; thence South 35 degrees 04 minutes 40 seconds east 492.24 feet along said centerline; thence South 71 degrees 46 minutes 54 seconds West 292.71 feet to the Point of beginning; thence South 13 degrees 29 minutes 22 seconds East 93.00 feet; thence South 74 degrees 22 minutes 45 seconds West 106.00 feet; thence North 07 degrees 38 minutes 13 seconds West 89.39 feet; thence North 71 degrees 46 minutes 54 seconds East 97.15 feet to the Point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543224 File #304359F01 77542625 �Page 14 — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Commissioners ask for review of proposed amendments to conservation ordinance by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Of the topics discussed by the Barry County Board of Commissioners committeeof-the-whole Tuesday, proposed amendments to the Barry County Farmland and Open Space Preservation Ordinance elicited the most discussion, after which the commissioners voted 5-2 against allowing the amendments to be considered at the next regularly scheduled board of commissioners meeting. Chairman Robert Houtman and Vice Chairman Craig Stolsonburg, along with commissioners Howard “Hoot” Gibson, Joe Lyons and Don Nevins formed the majority, while commissioners Michael Bremer and Jeff VanNortwick cast the dissenting votes. Commissioner Michael Callton was absent for the vote. Adopted in 2002, the ordinance allows land owners to sell easements to Barry County that would limit the possible development of the land. Paul Wing, chairman of the Barry County Agricultural Preservation Board, explained that, while the adopted ordinance primarily concerns itself with farmland, the proposed amendments would expand the scope of the ordinance and allow conservation easements on both farmland and open spaces, such as land that cannot be tilled, to be donated to the county. Joanne Barnard, executive director of the Barry Conservation District, explained that she and others, like Wing, who have been involved in creating the proposed amendments, recently learned of tax credits available to people who donate easements that limit the possible development of their land. “We learned from a tax specialist that there is a significant tax credit available through federal taxes for the donation of conservation easements, whether they be on farmland or open space,” she said. According to Barnard, now is the right time to expand the provisions of the adopted ordinance because of the funding difficulties that the Farmland and Open Space Preservation Program currently is experiencing. That pro- COURT NEWS Keith Alan Scott, 30, of Middleville was sentenced for delivering/manufacturing marijuana and possessing a controlled substance or marijuana in a plea agreement in 5th circuit court under Judge James Fisher Feb. 11. Scott was sentenced to three months in jail for each charge and 24 months of probation. He was ordered to pay $4,500 in court costs, $60 to the crime victims rights fund and $121 in state minimum costs. His driver’s license was suspended for 180 days, restricted after six months, in relation to an Aug. 19, 2009, incident. The balance of his jail time may be suspended upon payment of $5,000 by April 2. Gregory Lee Wetherell, 42, of Battle Creek was sentenced to 12 months in jail in relation to a May 20, 2009, larceny incident. According to court documents, Wetherell stole trees and was ordered to pay $2,600 in restitution, $500 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $68 state minimum costs and 36 months on probation. The last five months of his sentence may be suspended upon payment of $3,228. Gerald Lee Closser, 34, of Middleville was charged Feb. 11 for his third incident of operating under the influence. In a plea agreement, Judge Fisher sentenced Closser to 90 days in jail and 36 months of probation. He also was ordered to pay $500 in library fund fines, $60 crime victim rights, $200 in court costs, $68 state minimum and $500 to the drug court fund. Michael Lee Wolowicz, 40, of Middleville, was sentenced to 12 months in jail and 48 months of probation by Judge Fisher Feb. 12. In a plea agreement, Wolowicz pleaded guilty to operating under the influence of liquor, third offense in relation to a Nov. 10, 2009, incident. He was ordered to pay $500 in library fund fines, $60 crime victim rights, $500 court costs, $68 state minimum and $500 to the drug court fund. gram, which was created by the Michigan legislature under Public Act 116, is similar to the adopted ordinance. “I guess, in lieu of that, we’re also looking at other ways that farmers who want to commit to a preservation easement can do so, and, by offering the donation of development rights, which, for whatever reason was never part of the original ordinance, we hope that maybe some of those who don’t want to wait for the state to get around to funding their purchase program may choose this other option,” Barnard explained. VanNortwick echoed Barnard, saying that the time was right for the proposed amendments. “This county is awash with nice features and awash with water,” he said. “This gives us an opportunity to do some things beyond the scope of preservation for development but also preservation for natural resources.” Stolsonburg said the existing ordinance allows county funds to be spent on provisions detailed therein and expressed concern over such an ability to be abused by future, less fiscally responsible boards of commissioners. Contrary to Stolsonburg, Barnard explained that she was against removal of language in the adopted ordinance that would allow the county to aid in its administration. Such an omission might lead some to believe that the county would be unable to provide any sort of financial assistance related to the ordinance’s provisions, she said, adding that it might also limit the ability of commissioners to use their own judgment. “I think that’s something that you, as commissioners, stake your reputations on,” she said. Bremer echoed Barnard, saying, “Just because we have the ability to do that, doesn’t mean that we’re all gonna’ say, ‘Hey, gang, let’s start spending money and buying up farmland.’” The proposed amendments also were addressed by Chuck Reid. Like Wing, Reid is a member of the preservation board, however, Reid said he had several reservations about the amendments. “We need the ordinance,” he said. “It is very important that we get this completed, but let’s do it right.” Reid said his primary concern is that the proposed amendments do not include language that would limit the ability of government entities or businesses to purchase easements held by the county that limit possible development. Banner CLASSIFIEDS Hawkins scores 20 CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale Card of Thanks Help Wanted AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home - farm business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 THE FAMILY OF Ted Risner We wish to thank all our family and friends for the outpouring of love, support and generosity. We cannot express how much your love has meant to us and how your prayers have comforted us. 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The Lions scored just three points in the opening quarter, and trailed 27-16 at the half. “We came out very sluggish, three points obviously, and didn’t have a lot of intensity,” Maple Valley head coach Landon Wilkes said. “In the second half we got our press working a little bit, started attacking the basket a little more, and just did the little things we weren’t doing in the first half.” The Lions trimmed the Hackett lead to 3532 by the end of the third quarter, but could catch all the way back up. Elizabeth Stewart knocked down a three-pointer with a second left to make it a one-point ball game. Jennifer Kent led the Lions with 12 points on the night. Terri Hurosky had 11, Catara Briggs eight, and Mikaela Bromley, Stewart, and Jordan Beachnau had seven each. The Irish got a big night from their senior center, Kathleen Hawkins. She finished with 20 points. “We talked before the game that if we could hold the Hawkins girl to 12 points we would be all right, and if she got into that 14 to 20 points range we would have some problems,” Wilkes said. “She just battles on the inside and she goes after her own rebounds.” Margaret Grossa chipped in six points for Hackett. Maple Valley bounced back Tuesday topping Parchment 45-40. Kent had 14 points, and Stewart nine to lead the Lions. After trailing by two at the half, Maple Valley outscored the Panthers 13-7 in the third quarter to take a 30-26 lead into the fourth. Maple Valley also got six points from Beachnau and six from Briggs. Parchment got 23 points from Elizabeth Tecca, and six from Andrya Doorlag. The Lions host Constantine Friday. Both Barnard and Wing disagreed with Reid’s claims. After voting on the proposed amendments, the board instructed James McManus, director of planning and zoning for the county, to consult with an attorney on the proposed amendments and have the findings delivered to the commissioners at a later date. The commissioners also passed a motion to later vote on the approval of a request made by John Hart, community development director for the City of Hastings, on behalf of the city and the Barry County Chamber of Commerce to hold Hastings Farmers Market in front of the Barry County Courthouse on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. May through October. The farmers market, which allows area farmers and others to sell their goods directly to the public, was held on the courthouse lawn many times last year, but only on Saturdays. Hart explained that, while a portion of East State Street would be closed to accommodate the farmers market on Saturdays, it would not be closed for the event on Wednesdays. Despite the commissioners’ unanimous support, several concerns about the request were raised. Tim Neeb, building and grounds supervisor for the county, explained that patrons of the event likely would utilize parking spaces intended for courthouse business on Wednesdays. Holding the farmers market on Wednesdays also likely would require the installation of wood chips or another material where the event is to be held, since the increased traffic would probably kill the grass currently at that location, he added. Commissioners said that if holding the farmers market on Wednesdays leads to too many problems, they would act to no longer hold the event then. Also passed by the commissioners was a motion to later vote on the approval of an agreement between the Hastings City/Barry County Airport Commission and Mark Noteboom, manager of the airport. The agreement was considered by the Hastings City Council last week, but the council did not approve it. If enacted, the agreement would expire Jan. 31, 2011. The document details Noteboom’s duties as manager of the airport and stipulates that his annual salary would be increased from just over $21,000 to $30,000. Noteboom explained that the council did not approve the agreement because some of its members were mistakenly led to believe that the increase in salary would be utilized to pay for an assistant manager at the airport, even though no such stipulation exists in the agreement. “When it got to the city, ... the notion came up that this money was for assistant manager,” he said, adding that, while it is possible an assistant manager would be hired, he would pay the wages of such an individual from his own salary. Since becoming the airport manager, Noteboom explained that he has uncovered numerous monetary discrepancies within the airport’s operation and was responsible for bringing about a profit from the sale of fuel at the airport last year. “For the first time in the airport’s history, we actually made $10,000 on the fuel,” he told commissioners. According to Noteboom, the previous manager of the airport earned a salary of approximately $28,000. The commissioners also passed a motion to later vote on approval of an agreement between the airport commission and the consulting firm Mead and Hunt that would allow the firm to provide design services for rehabilitation of the tower with a rotating beacon located at the airport and expansion of the airport’s main apron. In addition, the commissioners passed a motion to later vote on the approval of contracts related to this year’s Barry County Remonumentation Program, which is largely devoted to the identification and marking of municipal boundaries that were identified with primitive markers long ago. One of the contracts considered by the board details the relationship between monumentation surveyors and the county, while the other details the relationship between the county and those responsible for reviewing the findings of such surveyors. When the commissioners next meet as a legislative body, they also will vote on the following possible courses of action: • Renewal of a contract between the county and Green Gables Haven that would require $2,500 in county funds to be awarded to the shelter. • Donation of a 2005 Chevy Tahoe currently retained by the county’s sheriff’s department to the Village of Freeport Police Department. • Approval of monetary transfers and disbursements involving various county funds. POLICE BEAT School bus exposure leads to investigation Barry County Sheriff Deputies have sent charges to the Eaton County Prosecutor for review after a Lakewood High School student exposed himself on a school bus Jan. 5. The sheriff’s report stated that school officials have requested the student be charged with indecent exposure. The male student was suspended from school for six days in relation to the incident. The case is open pending review by the prosecutor’s office. Lumina driver wanted for gas-and-go A green Chevy Lumina left the Thornapple Lake Trading Post without paying for more than 13 gallons of gas on Feb. 10. Another customer reported to Barry County Sheriff Deputies that the dark-haired subject left heading west on M-79 and was wearing a zipup sweatshirt at the time of the larceny. Driver visits the ditch and jail Courtney Michael Spaulding, 28, of Hastings found himself lodged at the Barry County Jail for a parole violation after driving his car into a ditch Feb. 11. A Barry County Deputy responded to the scene of the accident and discovered several empty beer cans in the vehicle. Spaulding was lodged at Barry County Jail on the parole violation. Speed leads to arrest A Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy witnessed a vehicle traveling 30 miles an hour over the speed limit Jan. 25 and discovered that the driver had three valid warrants out of 56B District Court in Hastings. Travis Wayne Powell, 30, of Bellevue was lodged at Barry County Jail on $300 bond for the three contempt-of-court warrants. Church is victim of break-in Lakeside Baptist Church in Johnstown Township was the site of a breaking and entering Jan. 14. The door of a storage building behind the church was apparently kicked in some time between Jan. 10 and 14. No items appeared to be missing from the building, according to the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. Tire slasher apprehended Hastings Police responded to a house in the 600 block of South East Street Feb. 14 after residents saw a subject slashing the tires of a vehicle parked in their driveway. Officers met with the complainant who was able to identify the suspect as David McBrayer, 37, from Hastings, a former boyfriend. Officers were advised that McBrayer fled on foot. He was hiding next to a garage, and after a short foot chase, McBrayer was taken into custody. A knife used to destroy the special-order tires, which were valued at $1,500, was recovered during the arrest. McBrayer was lodged at the Barry County Jail and is facing charges of malicious destruction of property over $1,000 and violating a personal protection order for being on the property of the complainant. Helping a friend lands resident in jail A Hastings officer retrieving paperwork from the Barry County Sheriff’s Department Feb. 13, recognized an individual walking out the front door who was wanted on a criminal bench warrant for failing to appear in court on drug charges. The suspect, identified as Teresa Misa, 41, from Battle Creek, had apparently made arrangements to bond a friend out of the jail. The officer spotted her as she was leaving. Misa was taken into custody and escorted back into the sheriff’s department and was lodged in the jail. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — Page 15 DK gets everyone involved as it tops Constantine by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Panthers accomplished what any team would want to in a blow out victory Tuesday. Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ basketball team knocked off Constantine in Kalamazoo Valley Association action 61-17. All 11 Panthers scored in the contest, the bench got lots of time on the floor, and all the girls got to try some new things that could help down the road. “We worked on a different press than we’ve used before, a new offensive set against his zone we haven’t done before,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Rick Williams. “Hopefully, those things pay off when you’re playing against a better team.” The Panthers backed off their press after a first half in which they built a 33-9 advantage. For most of the second half Delton settled back in to a 1-2-2 zone, with Carly Boehm and Amber Sauers getting some work at the top. On the other end of the floor, Sauers and Shelly NeSmith did a good job of finding space in the post. Williams was especially impressed with the final points of the game, a nice assist from freshman point guard Brooke Martin inside to Saurers. “That’s something we hope to see for the next three years,” he said. Alea Hammond led Delton on the night with 12 points, and Taylor Blacken finished with 11. The Panthers also got nine points from Andrea Polley, and six each from Adrianna Culbert and NeSmith. Delton only turned the ball over seven times all game. Carly Boehm led her team with six rebounds, and Culbert added five rebounds and four steals. Hannah Williams had five assists, and Martin four. Constantine was led by Hannah Knight’s five points. “I appreciate how hard (Constantine’s) girls keep playing. They’ve been going through that all season. They keep getting after it. They’re on the floor, after loose balls. They’ve got smiles on their faces,” said Williams. Delton Kellogg is now 10-7 overall this season, and 9-6 in the KVA. Schoolcraft downed the Panthers Friday night, 53-34, after the two teams went into the fourth quarter tied at 31-31. The Eagles went 14-of-16 from the foul line in the fourth, and were 19-of-25 for the night. Alicia Dorko scored all 15 of her points in the fourth quarter for the Eagles. Schoolcraft also got 11 points from Amanda Kotecki, and nine from Brooke Gifford. Delton got 11 points from Culbert along with seven rebounds, and seven points and three assists from Williams. Abby Culbert also added four points and seven rebounds for Delton. TK falls to ‘Cats a second time, despite an early edge It wasn’t the defense that gave up the points to the Wildcats. It was the offense. Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity boys’ basketball team fell to 6-8 overall on the season, and 3-7 in the O-K Gold Conference with a 73-56 loss at Wayland Friday. The Trojans actually led the Wildcats 14-12 after one quarter, Wayland though went on a 26-12 run in the second quarter to take control of the ball game. Thornapple Kellogg turned the ball over 24 times on the night, and two thirds of those came in the first half. TK head coach Lance Laker said that if his team had taken care of the basketball better in the opening quarter it might have had an even bigger lead. “We did a good job in the first quarter facing all the pressure,” Laker said. “We had a little more time to get ready for them, the first time we had a couple snow days.” In the second quarter, those turnovers started turning into lay-ups at the other end of the court for the Wildcats. “They made some shots and we made some poor decisions in that second quarter, and that was the difference,” Laker added. Wes Hudson finished with 28 points for the Wildcats, while Chase Burgess added 13 and Jake Groenveld ten. TK got 21 points, 19 rebounds, and seven blocked shots from junior center Jared Stolicker. Kenny Price chipped in seven points and four rebounds. Andrew Wingeier, Greg Hamilton, and Jacob Bultema had six points each. Laker said that Stolicker had 14 of his 21 points in the second half, and that Stolicker did a better job of creating space for himself on the weak side of the lane and his teammates did a better job of getting him the basketball in a position to score. The Trojan coach was also impressed with his junior guard Wingeier, who helped settle the team down at times. “Andrew Wingeier did a great job off the bench in kind of helping control the pace of the game,” Laker said. Delton Kellogg’s Alea Hammond (left) battles with Constantine’s Kaitlyn Vrydaghs to force a jump ball in the third quarter Tuesday night at DKHS. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Panthers’ Paige Green drives around Constantine’s Chelsea Strawser late in the fourth quarter Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Vikes have won two in a row in league by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Vikings found a weakness and attacked it, and attacked it, and attacked it. Lakewood’s varsity boys’ basketball team had its first winning streak of the season thanks to a 59-45 Capital Area Activities Conference White Division victory over Perry Friday. Nathan Bryans scored all 19 of his points in the second half, which was more than either team scored in the first half. Perry went into the break up 17-15. Bryans drilled a three to start the second half, and put his team up one, but he did most of his damage inside. He had ten points in a span of five and a half minutes to close the third quarter, and the Vikings ended the period with a 35-29 edge. They led by at least six for the rest of the evening. Bowling Scores Mixerettes James Process Service 55-37; Kent Oil 5339; NBT 49-43; Nashville Chiropractic 4943; Dewey’s Auto Body 46-46; Dean’s Dolls 44-48; Sassy Babes 40-52; Good Friends 3260. Good Games and Series - V. Carr 170; J. Alflen 182-521; S. VanDenburg 226; C. Hurless 176-462; N. Shafer 234-596; M. Kill 188-472; W. Gilman 130-361; N. Bechtel 155; B. Hathaway 203; K. Fowler 182-511; N. Potter 159; E. Bond 163-363; T. Chrisopher 190-529. Senior Citizens Usedtobe #1 53-31*; Just Having Fun 5236; Butterfingers 50.5-37.5; Sun Risers 48.539.5; Three Gals and a Guy 48-40; Be Happy 45-43; Kuempel 43-45; King Pins 42.5-45.5; Early Risers 40-48; Ward’s Friends 39-49; M&M’s 32-56; Just Friends 30.5-53.5*. *Games to be made up. Good Games and Series Women - E. Moore 162; C. Stuart 156; M. Wieland 173; E. Dunham 172-469; J. Gasper 205-581; S. Merrill 190; N. Bechtel 167-457; S. Krystiniak 155; Y. Markley 136-369; R. Murphy 188-486. Good Games and Series Men - C. Purdum Sr. 207; R. McDonald 236-598; H. Gibson 173-460; G. Waggoner 189-516; P. Gasper 211; K. Schantz 190-501; D. Murphy 151. Wednesday P.M. Hair Care 57-35; Four Pals 51-37*; Mill’s Landing 50-42; Eye and ENT 49.5-42.5; The River 39.5-52.5; NBT 25-63*. *Games to be made up. Good Games and Series - G. Potter 158; J. Shurlow 143; N. Boniface 188-486; E. Ulrich 173; B. Hathaway 172; R. Murrah 167; J. Pettengill 128; B. Smith 168-447; J. Pitch 134; L. Elliston 188-537. Friday Night Mixed Matt’s Bunch 54; Shirlee’s Family 52; Spencers Towning & Tire 52; Ten Pins 45 1/2; The 4 B’s 42; Dum Schitz 40; 9-n-aWiggle 39 1/2; Part Time 39; Heads Out 38; Haldan 36; All But One 36; Team #13 34; Oldies Not Goodies 34; Spare Time 34. Women’s Good Games and Series - M. Heath 194-545; M. Mathis 161-480; C. Thompson 176-446; A. Keillor 160-424; S. Vandenburg 213; L. Potter 194; T. Phenix 188; A. Hall 186; B. Roush 179; R. Murrah 178; B. Breitner 165; O. Gillons 144; N. Taylor 139. Men’s Good Games and Series - B. Taylor 245-648; M. McKee 223-626; L. Porter 234-618; L. Bush 215-601; M. Hall 209-596; J. Smith 211-591; A. Taylor 202538; D. Sears 187-605; M. Clark 173-472; S. Abbott 141-410; J. Daniel 223; J. Shoebridge 212; F. Thompson 211; M. Pennington 203; B. Madden 184; T. Ramey 176; D. Lake 165; B. Bell 157; K. Matthews 149. Lakewood’s Dylan Benit has his shot altered by Perry’s Tyler Martin during the second quarter Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Sunday Night Mixed Sandbaggers 65 1/2; Lanes Divided 51; Pinchasers 50 1/2; Team Ate 50; Skabbs 50; Sunday Snoozers 47; Late Arrivals 46; Funky Bowlers 46; Shelly’s Country Daycare 46; Straight Liners 45; The Heath Gang 41. Women’s Good Games and Series - K. Becker 213-628; N. Shafer 210-585; N. Mroz 200-563; M. Simpson 171-473; B. Heath 201-443; J. Shoebridge 164-402; S. Vandenburg 217; B. James 197; M. Daniels 195; A. Churchill 178; D. Roberts 177; K. Kuhlman 176; M. Olin 154; K. Wittmeyer 140; S. Symonds 126. Men’s Good Games and Series - C. Merica 237-656; B. Churchill 245-644; M. Eaton 230-615; DJ James 204-607; B. Madden 220-575; J. Haner 195-550; S. Wilkins 193-494; B. Heath 164-458; B. Kelley 170-433; B. Rentz 227; J. Shoebridge 214; J. Lesick 213; B. Hubbell 205; B. Shafer 203; T. Cooley 202; TL Heath 201; JJ Britten 158. Tuesday Mixed Grove Street Cafe 59-37; Hastings City Bank 54 1/2-41 1/2; Hurless Machine Shop 53-43; Boyce Milk Hauler 50-46; Barry County Red Cross 39-57; J-Bar Antique Tractors 31 1/2-64 1/2. Men’s Good Games - T. Graham 226; D. Blakely 226; C. Steeby 216; K. Armstrong 208; G. Hause 182; L. Porter 182; C. Armstrong 178; G. Snyder 171. Men’s Good Series - T. Graham 629; D. Blakely 558; C. Steeby 569; K. Armstrong 578; G. Hause 506; L. Porter 497; C. Armstrong 509; G. Snyder 484. Women’s Good Games - S. Beebe 191; B. Wilkins 178; M. Westbrook 175; D. Ware 174; B. Smith 174; B. Moore 147. Women’s Good Series - S. Beebe 547; B. Wilkins 517; M. Westbrook 435; D. Ware 504; B. Smith 436; B. Moore 404. Tuesday Trios Coleman’s 75-21; CBS 55-45; Lu’s Team 53.5-46.5; Twisted Sisters* 52-40; Lynn Denton * 50.5-41.5; Trouble 50-42; Quick Rsponse Fire* 46-50; Lucky Strikes 46-46; Super Crisp 38-62; Delton Pole* 38-38; Sister’s* 35-57; Team 12* 0-80. *Games to be made-up. High Game - D. James 242; T. Daniels 237; Shirlee V 235; P. Ramey 227. High Series - Shirlee V 591; T. Daniels 588; L. Potter 573; Heather 570. Lakewood’s Ryne Musbach is hit by Perry’s Eric Bickerstaff as he tries to get to the basket in the fourth quarter Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) “I basically told them (the Ramblers) don’t have a big guy down there,” said Lakewood head coach Vitor Imbuzeiro. “Nate wasn’t getting inside. Nate wasn’t posting up, so the deal was if you see Nate’s chest in the post you have to pass it to him. And if he wasn’t there they were supposed to get in the post.” Bryans was there, and his teammates found him. “That opened up the game for everybody. It was nice to see them understand the style better. We don’t run a lot of set plays. We see what the other team is offering,” Imbuzeiro added. The Vikings also got nine points each from Ryne Musbach and Spencer Schuiling, and six from Dylan Benit. Benit added six rebounds, Cody Lindemulder had seven, and Brendan Stahl five. Mackenzie Doane led Lakewood with three assists, and Musbach had a team-high three steals. Perry got 21 points from Tyler Martin, and eight from Andrew Rogers. Martin hit three threes in the first half, but the Ramblers never led by more than four points in the first half. “I like that the team understood, okay we can post them up. We can get rebounds. We can press them. So, let’s go get it,” Imbuzeiro said. The Vikings are now 3-12 overall this season, and 3-5 in the CAAC-White - having won back-to-back games against Corunna and Perry in the league. Lakewood couldn’t keep the roll going Tuesday night though, as the Vikings fell at Fowlerville 77-43. The Gladiators ran out to a 25-9 lead in the opening quarter, then extended that to 46-13 by the half. “We couldn’t find a way to score in the second quarter, and it was down hill from there,” Imbuzeiro said. Sam Desgranges had a good game, celebrating his 18th birthday with 17 points. Lakewood also got eight points from Musbach. Fowlerville was led by Zach Wedesky’s 30 points, and also got 17 from Jordan St. Charles. Lakewood travels to Lansing Catholic Friday, then Monday will be at Ionia. The Vikings are back home Tuesday to take on Charlotte. Scots and Sailors top Saxons If nothing else, the Saxons made the two best girls’ basketball teams in the O-K Gold Conference work for their wins. Caledonia and Grand Rapids Catholic Central scored lopsided victories over the Saxons in the last week. The Fighting Scots scored a 47-20 win Tuesday night, after the Cougars topped the Saxons 52-14 in Grand Rapids Friday. Caledonia only led 15-11 at the half against the Saxons, and it wasn’t until the final minutes of the third when the three-pointers started raining in that the Fighting Scots pulled away. “In the third quarter, the first five minutes were like the first half,” said Hastings’ head coach Steve Laubaugh. “We played great D, and struggled to score.” The Fighting Scots though hit four threes on five tries in the final three minutes of the period, then hit two more early in the fourth. “The score went from close, about five points, to about 20 just like that,” Laubaugh said.” “Our defense will give up some of those shots. We just need to react better. Overall, while losing by 27 is a hit, we felt that we did some things that will help us play better down the stretch this season.” Kayla Vogel led the Saxons with seven points and six rebounds. Veronica Hayden added six points and a pair of steals. Brittany Hickey led the Saxons on the boards with nine rebounds. The Saxons trailed 11-6 after one quarter, then only allowed Caledonia four points in the second. “Our defense for the first half was outstanding,” Laubaugh said. “We were in the right place, we rebounded their misses. I was very pleased with that.” On offense in the first quarter, the Scots had 14 possessions. Of those 14, 11 ended in turnovers. The three shots the Saxons got off, they made. Kristine Kaechele and Amanda Kimes both knocked down three threes for Caledonia. Kaechele finished with 13 points and Kimes with 11. Caledonia also got nine points from Lexi Miller. Things weren’t as close for as long Friday against the Cougars. Catholic Central led 142 after one, then pushed that edge to 32-7 at the half. “This may look like another blowout loss, but we did a lot of things better in this game than we have done in a long while,” Laubaugh said. “CC is just a darn good team, and I would expect them to be in the state championship game again. So, it’s hard to measure us against them, but we played hard. Previously, we were totally outclassed - but tonight we made them play hard to beat us like that.” Vogel paced the Saxons with six points and seven rebounds on the night. Hickey added four points. Gabby Eaton had a pair of assists, and Hayden had two steals. The Saxons are home against Thornapple Kellogg Friday, then Tuesday will be home against South Christian. �Page 16 — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Trojans reverse their fortunes against Hastings by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Thornapple Kellogg senior Thomas Tabor had to be convinced by his father, Aaron, and his coach, Tom Fletke to even step out on the mat Thursday. Now he’s glad he did. Tabor’s 9-4 victory over Hastings’ Matt Schilds was huge in the Trojan varsity wrestling team’s 32-26 victory over the Saxons in the Division 2 District Championship match Thursday at Thornapple Kellogg High School “They told me it was all about heart,” Tabor said. “If I showed that, I’d do better than anyone expected.” Tabor had a tightly wrapped right wrist, after having surgery for carpal tunnel a few weeks ago, and was also battling bronchitis. He still had the energy to break a 4-4 third period tie with a take down and three nearfall points against Schilds. Tabor didn’t wrestle at Saturday’s (Feb. 6) O-K Gold Conference Finals, where the The Saxons’ Michael Cross (back) moves Thornapple Kellogg’s Alex DeVries around the mat during the first period of their 152-pound bout Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Trojans finished second to the Saxons, and he was one of four TK wrestlers who avenged losses against Saxon wrestlers from the league dual which Hastings won by the score of 31-21. Bumps and bruises played a big role Thursday. Joey Pawloski was another Trojan who was downed in the league dual, but scored a win. He had the Saxons’ Austin Endsley on his back in the third period of their 135-pound match, and the officials ruled that Endsley wanted to default due to a shoulder injury. The win gave the Trojans’ six big points. “(The officials) said that (Endsley) was defaulting, in essence tapping out. There is no such thing as a tap-out in high school wrestling,” said Hastings’ head coach Mike Goggins. He felt that Pawloski should have been awarded four nearfall points, and Endsley should have been allowed a minute of injury time to decide whether or not he could continue. There were 40.6 seconds left on the clock, and Pawloski would have held a 5-4 lead at that point. “That’s all that should have been called,” Goggins said. “There was nothing illegal. Everything was fine. It just should have been called that way. “That’s a nine-point swing. That’s a ninepoint swing in an eight-point match.” Van Thang started the night off for Thornapple Kellogg at 119 pounds, topping Hastings’ Alex Auer 11-5. Auer topped Thang in their first meeting of the season. Trevor Dalton at 130 pounds also reversed his fortunes against the Saxons, topping Mitchell Brisboe 10-2 at 130 pounds. Those two wins gave TK a 7-6 lead early, and Pawloski’s victory extended that to 13-6. The Trojans never trailed after that. “We worked really hard in the practice room, and momentum started going today,” Tabor said. “Once it started going, it carried us through.” The Trojans’ also got a big 9-5 win from Steven Cung Bik at 145 pounds against Hastings’ Collin Ferguson. Cung Bik injured a shoulder at the conference finals, and had to default the championship match to Ferguson Saturday. The Trojans lengthened their lead with a major decision from Donovan Scott at 160 pounds, Tabor’s win, and a 7-0 victory from Chase Schultz at 189. Trojan 103-pounder Ryan Flynn sealed the victory with a pin of the Saxons’ Chris Feldpausch 3:45 into their match as coach Fletke leapt into the arms of his assistant Luke Middleton and pumped his fist in the air. “I’m disappointed in the call at 135,” Goggins said, “but other than that they beat us on the mat. They wrestled better and we wrestled worse. It’s hard to beat a good team three times in a row.” Hastings had a pin from Ken Cross in the 125-pound match and also got a 19-7 major decision from Gage Pederson at 140; a 5-2 win from Michael Cross at 152; a 9-8 win from Beau Reaser at 215 pounds; and a 14-1 major decision from Colton Marlette at 285. That marks the second season in a row in which the team that won the O-K Gold Conference dual between the two teams fell in the district round to the other. This is TK’s first district championship since 2006. The Trojans headed to Grand Rapids Northview Wednesday for the Division 2 Regional Tournament, and were slated to face top ranked St. Johns in the regional semifinal. Thornapple Kellogg’s Thomas Tabor (left) and Hastings’ Matt Schilds battle for control during the third period of their 171-pound match Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Heide’s 30 lead Saxons past Scots Hastings junior guard Grant Heide has gotten a reputation as a solid outside shooter this season, but the Saxons have been working on expanding his scoring capabilities. That work paid off Tuesday, as Hastings’ varsity boys’ basketball team scored a 57-51 victory over visiting Caledonia in O-K Gold Conference action. Heide poured in 30 points. He did hit five threes, but was also 7-of-9 at the foul line and had four two-point field goals. “He’s been kind of known for his threepoint shooting,” said Hastings’ head coach Don Schils. “We’re working with him, trying to teach him to be an all-around scorer, and it kind of all came together in this game.” The Saxons did a good job of setting screens for the guy with the hot hand, and also as a team did a much better job of attacking the basket than they have in recent weeks. “This is by far, in terms of from the beginning to the end of the game, the best we’ve played both offensively and defensively,” Schils said. The Saxons led 19-13 at the half, but Caledonia made a run in the third quarter. The Saxons still clung to a 34-33 lead heading into the fourth. Behind Heide for Hastings, Zach Passmore added nine points. Jared Bosma and Matt Cathcart had four assists each. Schils was especially impressed with Bosma’s showing. “He had a great floor game, and did a nice job of guarding Luke Wiest most of the time when we were in man-to-man,” said Schils. The Fighting Scots’ leading scorer, Wiest finished with ten points. Stephen Spencer led Caledonia with 13, and Travis Taylor added nine points. Matt Russo had seven points and five rebounds. “We did more than I’ve ever done of changing of defense from man to zone and back and forth just to keep Caledonia from getting any kind of rhythm,” Schils said. The Fighting Scots did a better job of attacking the basket themselves in the second half. Heide, who easily had his highest scoring varsity game Tuesday, isn’t the only Saxon who’s been working hard. “In all honesty, the last couple weeks we’ve had our best practices,” Schils said. “We’ve talked about accountability, both as individuals and as a team quite a bit.” The Saxons haven’t let up at all, despite a 6-10 start to the year. The victory over Caledonia was just their second league win of the Saxons, as their record in the conference now is 2-9. The Saxons will be home Friday night to take on Thornapple Kellogg, then travel to South Christian Tuesday. Last Friday, the Saxons suffered a 59-47 loss at Grand Rapids Catholic Central. The game was tied 17-17 at the half, but the Cougars came out and scored 26 points in the third to take control of the game. Catholic Central knocked down ten threepointers on the night, with six of those coming in the third quarter charge. Zeke Skinner finished with 19 points to lead the Cougars, and knocked down five threes. Brendan Penny chipped in 14 points, and buried four threes. “They have so many weapons, and can spread you out. It’s hard to get to every one of them,” Schils said. 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On offense our guys did a nice job of attacking, and of getting Grant open with their screening. Our guys attacked the paint. When that happens, good things tend to happen. The Saxons’ Austin Endsley (left) and Gage Pederson look on during their team’s 32-26 loss to Thornapple Kellogg Thursday in the Division 2 Team District Tournament hosted by the Trojans. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Olivet pins its way past Lions in D4 by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley’s Alex Reid spent a lot of time on his back against Olivet’s Ric McKim Thursday. Reid was able to fight off a pin in the 189pound match at the Division 4 District Tournament hosted by Bellevue, and McKim had to settle for a technical fall victory. That win extended the Eagles’ lead to eight points with five matches remaining in the semifinal, and Olivet advanced to the district final with a 47-33 victory over the Lions. Not getting pinned was a big thing. Too many of the Lions were unable to get off their backs once they were put there. The Eagles had six pins in the match, from Ryan Hall at 103 pounds, Tyler McGlauchlin 112, Hank McKeown 130, Cody LaPoint 160, Kurtis Herline 171, and Eric Critchlow 215. “Welcome to the cradle,” said Maple Valley coach Tony Wawiernia. “I think that’s something that we’ve worked on too.” The night didn’t start off well for the Lions. They had to forfeit the 125-pound match to Ozzie Figueroa, then came McKeown’s pin of Waylon Eaton in 56 seconds. After falling into a 12-0 hole, the Lions battled back with some pins of their own. Wade Eaton stuck Cam Murphy 2 minutes and 55 seconds into the 135-pound match. Tyler Franks then stuck Jordan Smith at 140 pounds, and Cash Flower pinned Tyler Canterbury at 145. James Samann followed those pins up with a 13-8 decision over Alex Herline at 152, giving Maple Valley a 21-12 edge in the match. The Eagles though scored three pins and a technical fall in the next four matches to take control of the match back. The only wins the rest of the way for Maple Valley were forfeit wins from Zack Baird at 119 pounds and Jon Reid at 285. “We didn’t wrestle well, and Olivet stepped it up against us,” said Wawiernia. “We thought we were pretty well prepared, but we fell a little short on a couple of things. Hopefully we’ll have a good practice (Friday) to iron out our shortcomings.” In the other district semifinal Thursday, Springport topped Bellevue 66-12. Springport then downed Olivet in the district championship match 54-27. Four Lions still have wrestling ahead of them though, this Saturday at the Division 4 Maple Valley 152-pounder James Samann (top) battles for control with Olivet’s Alex Herline during their bout Thursday at the Division 3 Team District Tournament hosted by Bellevue. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Regional Tournament hosted by New Lothrup. Maple Valley had four wrestlers finish in the top four in their weight class at last Saturday’s Division 4 Individual District at Olivet. The top finish came from Baird at 119 pounds, he finished second to Dansville’s Luke Ragon, as Ragon scored a 7-0 win in the flight championship. Baird started the day with a 7-0 win over St. Charles’ DJ Sannagel, then downed Bellevue’s Anthony Fuller 12-4. The Lions’ other three regional qualifiers all placed fourth at the district, Waylon Eaton at 130 pounds, Franks at 140, and Steve Creller at 215. Franks topped Fulton’s Casey Seibert 2-1 in the consolation semifinals to secure a spot in the regional tournament, before falling to Ithaca’s Wyatt Chaffin 2-0 in the consolation final. Creller scored two pins on the day, including one of Ithaca’s Trent Zuker 48 seconds into their 215-pound consolation semifinal, then was pinned by Webberville’s Steven McKee 1:36 into their consolation final. Waylon Eaton also scored two pints, in his two consolation matches. He stuck Fulton’s Mackenzy Blair 2:17 into their consolation semifinal at 130 pounds, then in the consolation final was beaten for the second time on the day by Ithaca’s Michael Lehner 10-1. Wade Eaton at 135 pounds and James Samann at 152 both had two victories on the day, but came up one win short of earning a spot in the regional. The top four places at the regional meet Saturday earn a spot in the Individual State Finals, which will be held at the Palace of Auburn Hills March 4-6. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — Page 17 Vikes have no trouble staying focused at district by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Vikings did an excellent job of staying in the moment last Wednesday. Lakewood’s varsity wrestling team could have looked back to its’ ‘B’ team’s victory over Belding or ahead to a possible match-up Lakewood 112-pounder Willie Gross (top) nears a first-period pin of Belding’s Devin Bailey Wednesday during the Division 3 Team District Tournament at Belding High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) with Allendale in the regional round of the state tournament. The Vikings took care of business though at the Division 3 District Tournament hosted by Belding, knocking off Central Montcalm 84-0 in the opening round and then besting the host Redskins 55-16 for the title. “We’ve been looking at getting back to Allendale since last year,” Lakewood head coach Bob Veitch said. “My big thing was for tonight that we weren’t overlooking anybody for next week with Allendale, which should be a barn-burner.” Lakewood were slated to face Zeeland West in the opening round of the Division 3 Regional Tournament at Allendale last night (Feb. 17). Allendale was scheduled to take on Grand Rapids Catholic Central in the other regional semifinal match. “I’ll see (Allendale) on Saturday (Feb. 13) at our place,” Veitch said. “We’ve got a couple choices to make and maybe a gamble we’ve got to take (to win the regional). He’s regrouped better than I thought he would.” The Falcons topped the Vikings 46-7 in the regional semifinals a year ago. Belding led Wednesday’s district final 9-3, after the first three weight classes, then the Vikings went on a string of seven straight matches where they earned six points. Lakewood got pins from Ryan Steverson (285 pounds), Joey Jackson (103), Willie Gross (112), Dylan Shoup (112), Jeff Baillargeon (130), and Jarod Kent (135) in the run as well as a forfeit win for Darren Eaton (125). “I thought the kids stayed focused. They know it’s the outcome at the end, not what happens at the beginning,” said Veitch. Lakewood also got a forfeit win for Nick Briggs at 145 pounds, a 10-1 major decision by Mason Blackmer at 160, and a 6-0 win by Alex Hunter at 189 pounds. Even the Vikings who didn’t score wins wrestled well for the most part. Andy Wilmore put up a good fight in his 9-4 loss to Myron Hosey at 215 pounds, and Tucker Seese and Lucas Porter wrestled well in losses to the Redskins’ Joshua Headworth (140) and Jordan Groose (152). Belding’s other victory on the night was a pin by Michael Gasten to start the dual at 171 pounds. Lakewood got pins in all nine of the contest matches against Central Montcalm, with Jackson (103), Gross (112), Shoup (119), Eaton (125), Seese (140), Blackmer (160), Adam Senters (171), Wilmore (215), and Steverson (285) getting those wins. Baillargeon, Kent, Briggs, Porter, and Hunter scored forfeit wins. The Vikings followed that up with a solid day at Saturday’s Division 3 Individual District, which they hosted. Lakewood had more regional qualifiers advance out of the district tournament than Allendale, 10 to 9, but the Falcons had five champions on the day. In the three flights where the Vikings and Falcons met for flight championships, Allendale took the titles. The Vikings’ lone champion was Steverson, at 285 pounds. He ran his record to 44-0 on the season by downing Grand Rapids Catholic Central’s Aaryn Guy 14-7 in the final round, after scoring quick pins in his first two matches of the day. Lakewood had eight wrestlers in the championship round, but the other seven finished in second place - Seese at 140 pounds, The Vikings’ Ryan Steverson (left) turns Belding’s Syd Heintzelman onto his back during the first period of their 285-pound match Wednesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Blackmer at 160, Jackson 103, Gross 112, Eaton 125, Baillargeon 130, and Kent at 135. The Vikings also got a third place finish from Bissett is Delton Kellogg’s lone regional qualifier by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Delton Kellogg junior Jeff Bissett can get some advice from his older brother. Brett Bissett was the only Delton Kellogg wrestler to earn a spot in the individual regional tournament his junior year at Delton Kellogg High School. Now Jeff has that honor after winning the 135-pound weight class at the Division 3 District Tournament hosted by Otsego Saturday. Jeff improved his season record to 40-5 by topping South Haven’s Christian Bastow 8-5 in the championship match. He started the day with a technical fall against Parchment’s Caleb Gurd, then downed Hamilton’s Harley Compagner 13-4 in the semifinals. Bissett, who is a regional qualifier for the second time, is still looking for his first trip to the individual state finals, which will be held at the Palace of Auburn Hills March 4-6. “He’s a better all-around wrestler (this year),” Delton Kellogg head coach Dan Phillips said. “ He’s worked during the year. He worked during the offseason. He put in the time. He’s been the leader of our program all season long. He does some things other kids don’t. He’s the last one in the room.” On Fridays, that room has often included Brett, who is a part of the Delton Kellogg coaching staff when he’s not at studying or wrestling himself at Grand Valley State University. “He brings a little something different to the room,” Phillips said, “that college experience.” The Panthers’ Paul Guenther (140 pounds), David Dempsey (152), Harley Miller (160), Robert Hughes (285), and Tyler Dempsey (125) all also won their first match of the day, but then were downed in their next two. Trevor Curtice at 171 pounds had one victory in the consolation bracket, but was downed one win short of earning a regional spot. “It’s been a meat grinder,” Phillips said at the end of the day. “There were a lot of close matches. We just didn’t get over the hump.” The Division 3 Regional Tournament, which Bissett will be a part of, will be held Saturday at Hamilton High School. Delton Kellogg’s Trevor Curtice (bottom) tries to get out from underneath Three Rivers’ James West during the third period of their 171-pound consolation semifinal match Saturday. Shoup at 119 pounds, and a fourth place finish from Senters at 171. Wayland has pair of 20-point quarters against Trojans Wayland scored 20 points in the second quarter, and added another 20 in the fourth as it scored a 63-35 O-K Gold Conference victory over Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity girls’ basketball team Friday. The Trojans trailed by only three, 9-6 after one quarter, but were then outscored 20-8 in the second quarter as the Wildcats took control of the ball game. Thornapple Kellogg found its offense in the third quarter, and outscored the Wildcats 15-14 before being held to six points in the fourth. A couple of recent JV call-ups showed some spark for the Trojans. Shelby Tedrow led TK with 11 points on the night, and Anisa Shaw chipped in five points. Cassie Holwerda had seven points and a game-high 12 rebounds for TK. Wayland got 14 points from Amber Getty, 12 from Cassie Schmidt, and ten from Autumn Anderson. Hastings sending five, TK four to regional Delton Kellogg 135-pounder Jeff Bissett works to trip up Hamilton’s Harley Compagner during the second period of their championship semifinal match Saturday at Otsego High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) LHS girls dominate conference final, top Cougars by 51 points Lansing Catholic which had the secondbest round three score of the day Thursday was still well back of the Vikings. The Cougars totaled a 287.3 in the final round, and finished with an overall score of 710.9379. Corunna was third with a score of 676.9032, followed by Portland 633.3979, and Williamston 610.4940. Lakewood also had a 229.0 in round one, and a 222.2032 in round two. Six Vikings were named to the all-conference first team, seniors Whitney Holaski, Kelley Daniels, Alecia Hansbarger, Meghan Kilbourn, Melanie Brodbeck, and junior Taylor Porter. Seniors Erika Whitinger and Laurel Mattice and Chelsea VantLand and Trisha Shields were named all-conference honorable mention. The Saxons’ Collin Ferguson (right) works to break free from Thornapple Kellogg’s Steven Cung Bik during their 145-pound consolation final Saturday at Charlotte High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 77543295 As if a final point total of 761.7032 didn’t provide enough “wow”, the Vikings are looking to add a little more. Lakewood’s varsity competitive cheer team won the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division championship Thursday at Williamston, besting secondplace Lansing Catholic by nearly 51 points on the night. The Vikings scored their best totals of the season in each of the three rounds, and head coach Kim Martin said that round three was the best of the night. Lakewood closed things out with a score of 310.5 in the final round. “All three rounds were very strong,” Martin said. “We have a few things to clean up before we head to districts on Friday (Feb. 19) at Comstock Park. We plan on changing a section of round three just to add more of a wow to that round.” Hastings had five and Thornapple Kellogg four varsity wrestlers moving on in the individual state tournament to Saturday’s Division 2 Regional Meet hosted by Mount Pleasant. Gage Pederson was the only district champion among the two teams last Saturday at the Division 2 District Tournament hosted by Charlotte He was a perfect 4-0 on the day, knocking off a pair of Trojans on his way to the title. He pinned Joey Fox in the quarterfinals, then topped Cody Lydy in the semi’s 12-1. He closed out his day with a 4-3 win over St. Johns’ Travis Curley in the 140pound championship. Lydy was one of the four Trojans to qualify for the regional meet, bouncing back from the loss to place fourth in the weight class. The Saxons also got a fourth place finish from Collin Ferguson at 145 pounds. He faced two Trojans was well, topping Alex DeVries in the consolation semifinals before falling to Steven Cung Bik in the match for third place 3-1 in overtime. Hastings’ Colton Marlette was second in the 215-pound weight class, falling 3-2 to St. Johns Conrado Dominguez in the championship after wins over Ionia’s Tom Rockwell and DeWitt’s Pat McGiveron. Also for Hastings, Jason Eckley was third at 160 pounds and Beau Reaser fourth at 189. The other regional qualifiers for TK were Donovan Scott who placed second at 152 pounds and Ryan Flynn who was second at 103. They both were downed by St. Johns wrestlers in the finals, getting a taste of opponents they were likely to meet in last night’s team regional semifinal between the two squads. Flynn was pinned by Jacob Schmitt 42 seconds into their championship match, while Scott was stuck by Taylor Massa in 45 seconds. �Page 18 — Thursday, February 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Bower’s big night leads Falcons past Delton in OT by Brett Bremer Sports Editor A great comeback turned into a stunning defeat for the Delton Kellogg varsity boys’ basketball team Tuesday. Constantine scored a 75-70 overtime victory over the Panthers in Kalamazoo Valley Association action, coming back from eight points down in the final four minutes of regulation to tie the game at 62-62. Delton had staged its own come back in the third quarter, after trailing by 11 points at the half. “Playing not to lose is what it was,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Mike Mohn. “Any time you play not to lose, you’re gonna lose.” The Falcons’ junior guard Jake Bower was certainly playing to win. He had 22 of his game-high 38 points in the fourth quarter, the final 22 points of regulation for Constantine. During the final four minutes he had 20 points, knocked down five three-pointers, including one that turned into a four-point At right, Delton Kellogg point guard Jordan Bourdo hangs in the air and looks for the best way to get the ball to the rim after getting between a pair of Constantine defenders during the second half Tuesday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) play and one that tied the game at 62-62 with 20 seconds to play. “Bower was unbelievable in that fourth quarter,” Mohn said. “The only guy in the country that’s shooting it. The last one that he made, we were cleared out on him. It was just an unbelievable shot, but the other three...” Delton Kellogg point guard Jordan Bourdo had a three-point shot from the corner in the final seconds of the fourth, but it wouldn’t fall. The Panthers then had two drives that ended with lay-up attempts bouncing out to start the overtime, and the Falcons would go on a 9-0 run to start the extra session. Bourdo, who picked up two fouls in the first minute of the game, led the Delton comeback in the second half. He finished with 15 points. Delton Kellogg outscored Constantine 19-3 in the third quarter. “He played really well tonight,” Mohn said of Bourdo. “I’m really proud of him, and he’s just devastated, because he missed that last shot at the buzzer.” Ryan Watson finished with 19 points for the Panthers, and Cody Anderson 16. Gavin Brinley also chipped in eight points. Behind Bower for Constantine, Christian Coleman had 11 points, Payton White ten, and Robbie Balentine nine. The Panthers have now dropped three in a row in the league, and are 6-8 overall and 6-7 in the KVA. Schoolcraft thumped the Panthers 72-34 Friday night, outscoring them 22-5 in the opening quarter, and 48-16 in the first half. Watson finished with 16 points, and Anderson had eight for Delton. Schoolcraft got 16 points from Kody Chandler, and 11 from Tyler Dow. Derek Lennen and Blake Krum had nine points each. Delton will be at Kalamazoo Christian Saturday, then face Hackett Catholic Central Monday and Bellevue Tuesday. Delton Kellogg’s Gavin Brinley (left) drives past Constantine’s Robbie Balentine on his way to the basket for two points Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lion boys finally leave court with smiles on their faces by Brett Bremer Sports Editor “Total smiles.” That was how Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball coach Trent Harvey summed up the feelings of his team after their 56-46 Kalamazoo Valley Association victory at Hackett Catholic Central Friday. It’s the first victory of the season for the Lions, who started off the year 0-13. “Smiles by all the kids. The kids deserve it,” said Harvey. “They’ve worked hard all year. Eventually the shots had to fall for them and they did tonight. A great defensive effort from all the kids.” The Lions broke open a tight ball game in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Fighting Irish 23-15 in the final eight minutes. “The kids really are tough,” Harvey said. “Everybody worked hard and started knocking down some shots, finally.” Garrett Reid led Maple Valley with 25 points. “He drove the ball extremely well, got to the free throw line, and hit his little jump shot today,” said Harvey. Reid was 11-of-15 from the foul line in the game, and 6-of-10 in the fourth quarter. Riley Fisher and Trenton Courtney had nine points each for the Lions. Courtney finished with nine rebounds, and Fisher eight. Josh Burd chipped in six points, all of them in the fourth quarter, as well as four steals and five rebounds. Ross Smith also had a big night on the glass for Maple Valley, finishing with eight rebounds. Hackett got 13 points from Jack Rider, and ten from Brian Aldrich. The Lions got off to a good start Tuesday against Parchment, but couldn’t hold on in a 59-41 loss to the visiting Panthers. Parchment pulled away in the second quarter, after the Lions built an 11-10 lead to start things off. Maple Valley plays host to Constantine Friday. The contest against Schoolcraft which was scheduled for Feb. 9 has been moved to Tuesday. Catholic Central captures Gold’s competitive cheer championship The trophy was there, but the Cougars had to wait. Grand Rapids Catholic Central’s varsity competitive cheer team won Saturday’s O-K Gold Conference Championship Meet Saturday at Hastings High School, but the Cougars had to wait until Monday when they won a rescheduled league jamboree at Caledonia High School to officially be crowned champions. The Cougars took Monday’s championships with a score of 756.5168. Thornapple Kellogg was second with a score of 724.8104, Wayland 701.6138, Hastings 696.7944, and Caledonia 690.9672. That was the same order of finish as Saturday’s Conference Championship Meet at Hastings, but every team had a much higher score Monday. The Saxons tallied a 209.9 in the opening round at Caledonia, then added a 200.4944 in round two and a 286.4 in round three. Thornapple Kellogg had a 221.1 in round one, a 210.6104 in round two, and a 293.1 in round three. Catholic Central had the top score in each round on the day, a 228.2 in round one, a 215.8168 in round two, and a 312.5 in round three. A different team had the top score in each round Saturday, as Thornapple Kellogg tallied a 208.8 in round one, Catholic Central a 203.4296 in round two, and Wayland a 291.0 in round three. Thornapple Kellogg led going into round three, by less than a point over the Cougars, after also adding a 202.4172 in round two. Catholic Central stared the day with a 207.2. The Cougars outscored the Trojans in round three 286.8 to 282.2. “It was a wonderful day,” said TK head coach Abby DeWildt, who’s team had finished fifth at the previous league jamboree. “The confidence was good today, and they were excited about today. I think they fell it winding down, and they know they’ve got to step it up.” Catholic Central finished with a final tally of 697.4296, followed by TK 693.4172, Wayland 688.6964, and Caledonia 660.2600. Hastings scored a 200.8 in round one, a A Saxon stunt group performs during the third round Saturday in Hastings. (Photo by Dan Goggins) 186.8312 in round two, and a 272.4 in round three. “Our round three was really good today,” said Hastings’ head coach Amy Hubbell. That’s our highest score yet for a round three.” “We kind of made some changes with our tumbling. Our tumbling was better today, and all the stunts were better.” Part of the tumbling changes were to move them up earlier in the round three program, so that tired legs and arms wouldn’t be a factor in performing the gymnastics skills. Thornapple Kellogg and Hastings will both be a part of Saturday’s Division 2 District Tournament at Gull Lake High School. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-02-25.pdf 33aad945c8f5662632b3ba8002875cc2 PDF Text Text �Page 2 — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner CITY COUNCIL, continued from page 1 NEWS BRIEFS continued from front page scholastic art competition winners will be exhibited. The arts festival will conclude with performances by the concert and symphonic bands in the gymnasium. Concessions will be available, and admission is free. Otis sanctuary to host ‘full-moon hike’ The Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary will host Full Moon Hike Sunday, Feb. 28. Naturalist Greg Nelson will lead participants on a hike around the sanctuary beginning at 6 p.m. Participants will learn about the Snow Moon and winter constellations. Snowshoes will be available for $4 rent. The program fee is $2 per person (age 12 and under free); Michigan Audubon members may attend for free. Children must be accompanied by adults. Registration for this program is required and can be done by calling 517-886-9144 or send a message via e-mail to Wendy@michiganaudubon.org. Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary is located at 3560 Havens Road, approximately seven miles southwest of Hastings. Skywarn training set for March 1 Barry County Emergency Management will host Skywarn training again this year on Monday, March 1, at 7 p.m. at the Barry-Eaton District Health Department, 330 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings. ‘Great Decisions’ celebrates 2010 with a free class open to all The Foreign Policy Association's “Great Decisions 2010 Discussion Group” that has been meeting in Hastings since about 1975 is celebrating its anniversary this year with a new class format and opening the weekly meeting to all interested adults without charge. The group will meet at the Hastings Public Library’s community room for the five Tuesdays in March from 2 to 4 p.m. and invites free participation by all who are interested in world affairs and how the United States relates to the rest of the world. High school seniors also are invited for the second hour, after school, if they have such an interest. The weekly discussion will especially appeal to those who have lived, worked, or studied abroad, or have enjoyed reading world history or American foreign policy, or are simply interested in the United States' place in the world. Until this year, discussion sessions have been based on a reading on the day's topic from the Great Decisions’ briefing book published for the year, but this year the series of videos on each topic will be shown first and be the basis for discussion. Briefing books are available to those who wish to read experts on the topic ahead of class, as well as hear from the knowledgeable speakers in each video. Great Decisions 2010 Briefing Books of 112 pages may be ordered by contacting Moderator Eileen Oehler at 269-948-2347 for details. Ten videos will be shown, two at each class session, followed by a half hour's discussion. Topics for each meeting are: •March 2, 2 to 3 p.m., “An Army of Envoys.” Special envoys are one again in vogue to advance U.S. interests. But are there simply too many cooks in the kitchen? and from 3 to 4 p.m. “The New Energy Economy.” As Americans increasingly turn to renewable energies, what are the implications for U.S. foreign policy? • March 9, “Justified Force; Preventing Genocide in the 21st Century.” Armed intervention or peaceful negotiation? A look at preventing genocide. “The Dark Side of Globalization.” Learn how drug cartels, human traffickers and online scam artists benefit from a "flattened" world. • March 16, “Red Army Rising? China’s Military.” While relations between the U.S. and China have focused on the economy, does China's rapidly growing military pose a threat? “Wall Street and the World: The Global Financial Crisis.” Expert guests on how the financial crisis emerged and the international response. •March 23, “Moscow’s Long Reach.” A look at Russia's cherished "sphere of influence." “Power, Politics and the Persian Gulf.” Withdrawal from Iraq. Unrest in Iran. What challenges does the U.S. face in this volatile region? • March 30, “Peacebuilding and Statecraft.” What tools does the U.S. have to counter ongoing violence in Afghanistan and Iraq? “The World’s Bottom Billion.” What progress towards the Millenium Development Goals 10 years on? A Great Decisions discussion group was first formed in the Hastings area by some members of the local American Association of University Women in about 1975 as suggested by the late Lois Roush, who had taught in various countries abroad, including Taiwan. The group met at lunchtime in members' homes, and in more recent years met more officially as a class and was attended by men as well as women. Men sometimes became the most avid speakers on the topic of the day. Both couples and individual members attend. 2010 is perhaps the 35th or 36th year of its existence in this area. This program, sponsored by the Foreign Policy Association, which annually publishes the briefing book af about 100 pages and also the DVD discs of the corresponding programs aired on public television, has been meeting all over the country, and sends its individual opinion ballots after they are compiled to Congress and the administration. Public television is airing topcs for its 25th year nationwide. WGVU-TV has usually broadcast them in January and February, but this year the airing is delayed until April. The Foreign Policy Association has been sponsoring Great Decisions groups since the mid-1950s. To get a look at the reading level of Great Decisions 2010, Hastings Public Library has one or more editions of Great Decisions in its collection: 2005, for instance, on the eight topics for that year. The Association also publishes the Reference Shelf series which the Hastings library collects. Examples on the shelves from 323 to 355 are such titles as Campaign Finance Reform, The United States Election System, Women's Rights, Warfare in the 21st Century, and Globalization – for those who may wish to examine FPA publications. Big Brothers Big Sisters prepares for another Bowl for Kids’ Sake by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer On Saturday, March 6, and Sunday, March 7, Hastings Bowl is to host Bowl for Kids’ Sake, an annual fundraising event held throughout the country to support the programs of various Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies. The March 6 event is to help raise funds for the local efforts made by Big Brothers Big Sisters, A Community of Caring, the Big Brothers Big Sisters agency serving Barry, Allegan, Calhoun, Kalamazoo and Van Buren counties. “Everyone who participates makes a contribution to a great cause ...,” said Diane Haines, co-chair of the committee responsible for organizing the event in Barry County. “It’s another way for Barry County volunteers to show their enthusiasm for an organization that significantly impacts the lives of children in our community.” Similar to previous Bowl for Kids’ Sake events, participants will be asked to form bowling teams of five, and each team is given the goal of raising a minimum of $250 for its efforts. The event is to incorporate an alien and “Star Wars” theme, and participants are invited to dress accordingly. Along with bowling, the event is to feature door prizes and offer opportunities for adults and children to have to fun with friends, family and colleagues. In addition to community-based programs, Big Brothers Big Sisters, A Community of Caring supports site-based programs at Delton Kellogg Elementary School, Fuller Street Elementary School, Northeastern Elementary School, Southeastern Elementary School and Star Elementary School. Information on the event and how people can participate can be obtained by calling Haines at 269-948-2044 or e-mailing her at feedback@iserv.net. Those people with questions about the event also can call Gayle Bachert, community developer for Big Brothers Big Sisters, A Community of Caring, at 269-492-2609 or e-mail her at gaylebachert@bbbsmi.org. Hastings Bowl is located at 203 E. Woodlawn Ave. in Hastings. E. Woodlawn, 520 Bachman Road, 625 E. Woodlawn Ave., 719 E. Woodlawn Ave., and 800 Bachman Road. In other business, the council: • Approved a request from Brad Currier from South Central Michigan Youth Baseball to use the Fish Hatchery Park ball field for the program from 4 to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday and until 2 p.m. on Saturdays from Thursday, April 1, through Thursday, July 15. The request also included use of the ball field for the entire day on Saturday, April 24, for a U-14 round-robin tournament for area leagues and Saturday, May 15, for the annual Hastings Day of Baseball. • Approved a request from Bob Dickinson the hold the second annual Living Laura’s Hope 5K Fun Run Saturday, April 24. The event will begin and end near the Hastings Middle School and take runners through portions of the city’s third and fourth wards. • Amended the budget for the 2009-10 fiscal year to eliminate amendments to the budget regarding to the general fund related to the South Jefferson Street reconstruction project, which has been postponed until the 2010-11 fiscal year. • Adopted a motion establishing a tiered schedule of parking fines, which was previously reviewed and tentatively approved by the council. Now that is has been adopted, the Hastings City Police will begin enforcing the new schedule Monday, March 1. Generally parking fines are $5 when paid within five days; $10 if more than 10 days but less that 29 after the violation, and $15 if is paid more than 29 days after the violation occurred. However, for overtime parking on nonmetered areas with in the B-1(downtown business)district, the first violation receives only a warning. The fine schedule for the second violation is the same as for other parking violations. However, for a third offense, the fine starts at $10 if paid within 10 days, then jumps to $20 and $30. Fourth violation starts with a $25 fine jumping to $50 after 10 days and $75 after 29 days. Fifth and subsequent violations start with a $50 fine if paid within 10 days, which jumps to $100 after 10 days and $150 after 29 days. If vehicle which has been cited repeatedly for non-metered overtime parking violations, Hastings Mayor Bob May reads a proclamation declaring February Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation Month. On hand to receive the proclamation are founding and current member Carl Schoessel and current Foundation President Tammy Pennington. has been free from non-metered overtime parking violations for six months will revert to a second level non-metered overtime parking violation on the next offense. • Approved truck parking space lease agreements, with and without electrical service, as a template to be completed and executed by Hastings Mayor Bob May and City Clerk Tom Emery for tenants who properly apply for such lease spaces and pay the required rent and service fee. The truck and trailer parking lot is located in the 1000 block of East State Street. • Awarded a bid to Pumps Plus Inc. for a wastewater treatment plant scum pump in an amount not to exceed $10,925 as recommended by Director of Public Services Tim Girrbach. • Authorized May and Emery to sign an agreement for environmental services with Soil and Material Engineering Inc. for the United States Environmental Protection Service Brownfield Assessment Grant. • Authorized May and Emery to sign an agreement for administrative and support services from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority and community development block grants downtown rental and housing rehabilitation grant with Smith Housing Consultants LLC. • Went into closed session to consult with the city attorney Stephanie Fekkes regarding trial or settlement strategy in connection with specific pending litigation, as allowed by PA 267 of 1976, Section 15.268-8(e). No action was taken when the council returned to open session. Delton Kellogg seventh grader wins BISD regional spelling bee The 25 students who competed in the Barry Intermediate School District’s regional spelling bee included (front row, from left) Morgan Kohn, Brendon Baird, Autumn Russell, Olivia Barrett, Cora O’Brien, Justin Schaefer, William Green (middle) Sarah Bassett, Maddie Hutchins, Rebecca Maurer, Maryn McCausey, Hannah LaJoye, Kathrine Weinbrecht, Aaron Hamlin, Cogan McCoy, Matthew Yonkers, Alan Rivera, (back) Taron Odette, Rachel Hatfield, Laura Brasseur, Madison Conrad, Nicole Thompson, Casey-Jo McManus, Emily Hayes and Laura Shinavier. “Prodigal” was the word of the evening, when it came down to Autumn Russell, the regional spelling bee winner from Delton Kellogg Middle School. Twenty-five best spellers in the Barry ISD constituency competed in front of an audience of family, friends and school personnel during the competition held Tuesday, Feb. 23, in the Hastings High School lecture hall. In the 12th round, pronouncer Mary Collier, Delton Kellogg teacher, asked Autumn Russell to spell the word “prodigal.” Autumn repeated the word and spelled it correctly. Collier visually confirmed with the judges Becky McComb, Jennifer Richards, Kathleen Woloszyk, audience advocate Chris Cooley, and rounds-keeper Julie Guenther, making Autumn the Barry ISD’s 2010 regional spelling bee champion. Runner-up, Aaron Hamlin, a sixth grade student at Hastings Middle School, missed in the 11th round on the word “quesadilla.” Following the competition, all participants received certificates, and Autumn and Aaron received their champion and runner-up certificates. Autumn now advances to compete in the Greater Grand Rapids Final Spelling Bee, scheduled for Tuesday, March 23, at the Gerald R. Ford Museum Auditorium in Grand Rapids. Autumn Russell, a Delton Kellogg seventh grader, won the Barry ISD Regional Spelling Bee Tuesday evening. Hastings sixth grader Aaron Hamlin earned the runner-up title. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — Page 3 From art to icy splashes, Winterfest was a hit Among the dippers were many young people enjoying one of the signature Winterfest events. (Photo by Perry Hardin) by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Gun Lake’s Winterfest had just about everything – from art last Friday night to the icy splashes of the last jumper in the Polar Dip Saturday. Winterfest began with an Art Hop, planned with the Thornapple Arts Council, which featured artists in seven locations throughout the area. There was wine tasting at The Bib and special food at the Terrace Grille at Bay Pointe, Sunny Jim’s and Daisy Mae’s. Friday evening also saw a sold-out Comedy Show at Orchard Hills Golf Course. Delton comedian Jordan Francisco brought Chicago comedians Joey Villagomez and Russ Williamson to get Winterfest off to a laugh-filled start for adults. The jokes kept the crowd laughing about jobs, relationships and food. Saturday began with more food as the Orangeville Township Fire Department served up pancakes, eggs, sausage and beverages. At the same location, the Gun Lake Women’s Club had everyone taking home a little something sweet for later in the day. Some of their baked goods even went to keep the Polar Dip participants energized. The Gillett’s fishing contest began at 8 a.m. By the end, the adult pike contest was won by Dave DeWitt with Ken Lewis coming in second and Ted Majar taking third. There was a first place tie with Hannah Bayshore and Cameron Pinterelli in the children’s contest. Haley Bayshore took second with another tie with Cameron Pinterellia and Tim Burdt in third. Some Winterfestgoers went home with prizes. The Pine Bluff vacation went to Scott Lynema, the YMCA camping certificate went to Drew Ketola and the $50 gift certificate to Kim Burdt. At 10 a.m. Saturday, 87 people began the SnowStomp as the Drum Circle from the Gun Lake Indian Tribe gave a blessing to veterans and to the event right across from Gun Lake. During the day there was the broomball competition, won for the third time this year by “Jerry’s Kids.” The Barry County Transit Trolley provided a warm place for those going between the Ice Tee golf event, sponsored by the Barry County YMCA, on the lake off Bay Pointe, the Store at the South Shore, the chili cookoff at Daisy Mae’s or pizza and art at Sunny Jim’s. The United Bank had fun activities for children. There was face painting, pine cone bird feeder creations and lots of hugs for UB Roo, who walked around the area. There was There were artists showing their works throughout the Gun Lake area during the 2010 Winterfest. Here Jenny, Blake and Jeremiah Boerman welcome artist Art Smith to Platinum Construction. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Nearly 200 people participated in the 2010 Winterfest Polar Dip. (Photo by Perry Hardin) WINTERFEST, continued on page ? J-Ad Graphics sponsored one of the Ice Tee holes during the Winterfest Ice Tee golf competition last Saturday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) One of United Bank’s activities for children was making a pine cone bird feeder. Here, seven-year-old Dominic Speed gets some help from United Bank Insurance’s Suzanne Waldo. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The Gun Lake Tribe’s Drum Circle opened Winterfest with a blessing for veterans and for the event. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Chicago comedian Joey Villagomez kept a sellout crowd laughing during the comedy show at Orchard Hills Golf Course which kicked off the 2010 Winterfest. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Winterfest organizers Linda Boyce and Jennie Yonker were kept busy all day on Feb. 20. They had also worked to set up the events on Feb. 19 and helped clean up Winterfest on Feb. 21. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Keeping everyone safe and having fun raising money were, from left, Captain of the Barry County sheriff’s Posse Bryan Dipp, Mike Hauze, Mark Paradowski and Bob Fryling. The group had help from county commissioners Mike Callton and Craig Stolsonburg as well. (Photo by Patricia Johns) �Page 4 — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Moving recycling center is another bad choice by city To the editor: The designation as “One of the Best 100 Cities in the USA” needs to be removed from Hastings. The recent rubber-stamping by the city council to our city manager is just another example of the heavy-handed way the business of the city is managed. The recent planned move of the recycle drop-off center to the landfill is only a symptom of what is wrong. In this age of ‘going green’ and wanting to reduce landfill mass, the city council rubber-stamped the city manager’s suggestion to move the containers to the landfill to prevent misuse at the current site. So what is wrong with that? The distance increases gas consumption for city residents. The hours are from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. Now where are most of our hard-working citizens at these times? Working or commuting to work since Hastings has no job growth plans. So when will you go to recycle your cans and paper? Also, waste haulers in Hastings are required to provide recycling as part of doing business here in Hastings. Well, the contract was to have the waste management companies clean it up, and our city manager said it now takes 30 hauls per month when it used to take 10. If the haulers are doing that, why does the city care? Sounds like a kickback is in the making. So the excuse then is that the city trucks have to clean up the mess and haul it to the landfill. How about writing in the contract that the waste management group needs to clean up that area? I know you all will say, “Well, that will increase our fees for collection.” My answer is that it will — only if the city council rolls over and lets them. If we truly want to be a community that is looking out for the environment and the citizens’ well-being, then we should act like it. This is just a small symptom of a bigger issue of city management, and lack of vision. Wolfram Hentschel, Hastings Volunteers run the transportation service To the editor: In the Feb. 13 issue of the Reminder was a nice article covering the open house and ribbon-cutting at the new Hastings office of the Red Cross Transportation Services of Barry County. Just about everyone who is anyone was pictured. The CEO of the Greater Grand Rapids Red Cross, the mayor, the Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Barry County Volunteer Director Mark Englerth were all wearing big grins. My point is that none of those community representatives has ever, to my knowledge, transported a client in a Red Cross vehicle. That is not a criticism, just an observation. As Paul Harvey used to say: “And now, ... the rest of the story.” It is my understanding that this service was brought to Barry County, this time, largely through the efforts of Mark Englerth. For that, the citizens of the county who receive the service, are very appreciative. Believe me, I know. On their behalf, I thank Mark. In recent years, there has been no Red Cross office or “organization” in Hastings. The Red Cross furnished two vans (now three), gasoline credit cards and insurance coverage for the drivers. That’s it. A resident of Hastings stepped up and, with a lot of encouragement and some help from the Greater Grand Rapids Red Cross, created the Red Cross Transportation Service of Barry County. He is the engine that runs the program. He has worked tirelessly to organize, coordinate and schedule runs. He handles the paperwork and manages the vehicle maintenance. If he were to become ill or just burn out, I believe that the service would end, unless there is another like-minded volunteer out there in the woods. His picture was not in the paper this time, and I am reluctant to identify him because he does not seek the publicity. Just doing what he can for his community. The article in the Reminder says, “... the staff is ready to serve the needs...” Sounds like a bureaucracy doesn’t it? Well, the “staff” consists of a handful of men and women volunteer drivers making runs around Barry County as well as to Grand Rapids, Ionia, Kalamazoo, and, on occasion, to medical facilities in other Michigan cities. While the service is available five days a week, each driver determines how much time he or she wants to drive. Giving a few hours or even a whole day once every week or so is no big deal for most of us, but it sure is a big deal for our neighbors who do not have a family member available to transport them. The clients must be Barry County residents, but their medical services can be anywhere. That is one way that this service does not compete with Barry County Transit. It is no fun transporting a client to Grand Rapids when we are under a winter storm warning or even the occasional blizzard warning. However, it is even less fun for the client going for radiation therapy or dialysis. But that is the way it is. A driver may opt out of a run if he or she believe it is not safe to travel! What the Red Cross does not provide, and what is desperately needed to sustain the service, are volunteer drivers. Men and women with good driving skills and clean driving records who want to provide a very meaningful contribution to their community should call 269-818-0385 and speak with a volunteer or leave a message. I can assure you that someone will return the call. It will cost him or her not a dime. Only the most valuable thing they can give; a few hours a month. Oh yes, There is usually a coffeepot at the destination, and that is free. I almost forgot to mention one of the most important perks. Keith W. Lawrence, Rutland Township It’s time to put out the fire or get out of the way It took four years and the decision to step down before Hastings School Board member Jeff Guenther got serious enough about the district’s situation. Last week, he read a four-and-a-half page statement challenging the board to deal with the school’s dire financial condition. Better late than never. Hastings Area Schools, along with hundreds of systems throughout the state, continue to face budget deficits to which they should be responding as though the system was on fire. Business and industry and, yes, many public institutions across the state have been adjusting their operations in recent years just to survive the “new economics” of Michigan. Most businesses I know have cut spending to the bone, looking for ways to adjust their costs of doing business to the reduced activity levels we’re all experiencing. Meanwhile, many in state government continue to sing the chants of “we need more revenue.” I guess that would be acceptable if there was more money to squeeze out of Michigan businesses and its taxpayers. But the reality is that there’s no more money; in fact, tax cuts should be the order to help businesses weather the storm. Raising taxes now could harm the possibility of a turnaround, putting even more pressure on business while sending the message that Michigan continues to solve its problems by just increasing taxes. Michigan’s legislators know what they need to do, just as Guenther suggested in his message to the school board. If they’re looking for measurable results, they must first be willing to make the necessary policy changes that are causing the ballooning deficits. Michigan’s problems won’t go away in the next few months; in fact it’s going to take some years before we see dramatic change in our economic condition. There are positive signs. Things are getting better. But the disease still exits, so we can’t stop taking the medicine and risk a relapse that would impact growth for years. It’s time the Hastings school board put everything on the table — consolidation, payroll costs, benefit reductions and board management. These issues need immediate attention which, for the most part, this board has avoided. The board has reached the point where it has no choice, even if the state doesn’t cut per-student payments in the next school year, the financial survival of the school district is in jeopardy with the salary increases the board already has approved. The district has a proud history of giving its students a good education along with a strong athletics program, arts and music and a whole host of extras that make for a well-rounded education. Plus, the system has been blessed with support from local business and industry throughout the years. The Banner reported last week in a separate story that, for the third year in a row, an anonymous donor picked up the cost of sports, making it possible for all students to participate for free. These things don’t happen just anywhere. As Guenther said, “Statewide, it’s pretty rare what we have here. Now we have to return that generosity with something that shows we have our eye on the ball.” Guenther condensed his message for the board to six points: Take action on the financial state of the schools, even if it means freezing wages; consolidate and collaborate with other districts; secure a fair, balanced and affordable health insurance program for all employees; communicate; rotate responsibility among board members; and establish term limits for board members. “We have to respond as if the building is on fire, because with the financial state of our school, we are darn close,” he said. He’s right. It’s time to run the school as if the building was on fire. Four years ago, he asked the voters for the privilege of serving them when he decided to run for the job. It can be a rewarding position, but it has its responsibilities as well – accept them or step down – that’s the message school district parents should be sending to the entire board and to anyone serving the public in any capacity. These are important positions that cannot be left up solely to the people elected to do the job. We shouldn’t leave our students’ futures in someone else’s hands without constant and careful supervision. Step up to the plate or get out of the way. School board members are dealing with the most valuable asset any community has – our children. Communication is key to good government Another issue Guenther brought up was his concern with the board’s ability to communicate with parents and the community. How boards respond to the public is not just a school board issue — it’s a problem throughout government. We see it at city and village councils, townships and public meetings, where boards fail to communicate effectively with the general public. The larger problem for the Hastings school board isn’t how they communicate — whether it’s via a newsletter, the Internet or through the newspaper Public Opinion: — the problem is the board and superintendent’s inability to communicate. As a simple example, numerous parents and even staff members have spoken up at board meetings. Month after month, the board has been asked to improve communications, to provide answers and explanations, to listen to suggestions. Other than one meeting in December to address questions by the public, little has changed. In January, the mid-year retirements of several teachers took effect, along with eliminating the counseling departments and shuffling teachers throughout the system. The changes were part of more than $700,000 in cuts approved by the board in October. How were these changes communicated over the next few months? How were parents and students notified? Haphazardly, if at all. When asked by a parent in January why so little effort went into communicating the changes, Superintendent Rich Satterlee responded, “I did request administrators notify parents last week, and I think some of that was done.” The board should have been appalled that the person they hired to lead the district had no idea — after months of pleas for better communication — whether staff changes that impacted every building in the district had been explained to parents and students. Satterlee, himself, should have been the one to write a comprehensive letter to parents, informing them of changes. Instead, he said, “I think some of that was done.” It’s not easy for citizens to attend a public meeting and find the courage to comment or ask a question, yet so often local boards listen and then respond with something akin to “thanks for coming, now run along.” That’s not communication. The public wants discussion, they expect a response, they’re looking for answers. In the past few months, some people who have spoken out at Hastings school board meetings have been met with hostility, accusations, repeated interruptions and ‘scoldings,’ even when they were addressing the board during the time of the meeting designated for public comment. If these elected officials can’t give a decent response, then they shouldn’t be filling these seats. Talk to the hand Another example of an area school board and administration not cooperating with the community — even after asking parents to work with them to find new ways to control costs — is Delton Kellogg. A story in this issue of the Banner reports that the board is considering moving elementary classes as part of an unusual consolidation effort. However, the board and administrators are not making every effort to get all parents involved. School officials have selected a committee to study the issue, but apparently no one else can share input. When a parent who is also a teacher asked to be on the committee, Elementary Principal Diane Talo replied, “You may watch the group deliberate. You can come and listen ...,” she said, explaining why new people could not join the committee. “We don’t have the ability to start from scratch each time.” Then Andrew Stoneburner, president of the board, echoed Talo, saying “I’m sure we’ll have an open community forum that all parents can come to and express their concerns.” The problem here is that, again, the school board and administrators are not prepared to bring everyone into the discussion. They have plenty of time. Their plans for any consolidation will happen next year, so why not include everyone in the discussion now so they feel they are part of the change rather than a victim of the system? Essentially, school officials are saying, “We want you to feel like you have a say in school matters, but you can only speak when and if we want you to.” Recently a taxpayer attended an area township meeting with a question, when one of the trustees said, rather than answering the question, “I don’t know why anyone would want to even live in this township.” The township trustee is now the target of a recall from a group of disgruntled taxpayers. The problem is not how boards communicate – it’s their failure to respond at all, which frustrates citizens. Give us some answers. We understand you may not have them all – but don’t give us mere lip service. In closing, I would like to say that I wish Jeff Guenther — or anyone else on the board — had put together his turn-around plan for Hastings schools sooner. Before his exit, he should take the opportunity to persuade the board to follow his lead and accept a detailed plan for Hastings schools that will help return the district to the solid system his father left us more than 30 years ago. Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Can parties work together? President Barack Obama signed a presidential order to have members of congress meet together to work on ways to reduce the financial deficit facing the United States. Do you think Republicans and Democrats can work together to find solutions? The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Responses to our weekly question. 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Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — Page 5 Prairieville trustees had to make a tough decision To the editor: I would like to comment on a letter written by Sharon Ford who admitted that the Prairieville Township recall drive started “over the illegal firing of Officer Doster.” I find it both interesting and unsettling that the recall committee would deem this the “real story” behind the attack against our township board. Sometimes good people make poor choices, and poor choices often result in undesirable consequences. Officer Doster appears to be a good man. But even good men make choices that result in consequences and unpopular decisions that need to be made. I suspect that terminating Officer Doster’s 15- Small business, big future For 100 years, the state of Michigan has survived off big business. Those businesses brought us to the top of the economic food chain during much of the 20th Century. But now, globalization has brought Michigan to its knees. For all the talk of diversification, such transition does not come easily. After all, our culture evolved around an abundance of highpaying manufacturing jobs. Such skills are not easily transferable to other industries now that those jobs are no longer abundant or high-paying. It is easy to forget that even the corporate giants of Michigan started as long-shot small businesses. It was the ideas that were big. Michigan would do well to get back to its roots. Chasing corporate giants around the globe is a losing strategy. We have enough innovators and ideas here already. We just need to shift resources and efforts to entrepreneurs. Tax policy is a good place to start. The last thing we need right now is more uncertainty in our state’s tax structure. Instead, we should build on the areas we know work well. Under the Michigan Business Tax, companies with $350,000 or less in sales do not need to file tax returns, nor do they have any business tax liabilities. So most start-up businesses operate tax-free in the beginning. I have introduced legislation that would increase that filing threshold to $1,000,000 in sales. The missed revenue to the state would be peanuts compared to the vast economic and employment power that could be unleashed by the real job providers in Michigan: small businesses. The same bill also expands access to the Small Business Alternative Profits Filing. This gives businesses with less than $20 million in sales access to a 1.8 percent profits tax — one of the lowest in the country. It is impossible to tell what the next big idea will be. The government has no way of predicting where the economy will go in the future. So let’s just let small business do its thing. These days, economic development looks like chasing fads. But fads rarely turn out in the end. After all, people once thought shag green carpet was a good idea. We need to send economic development in a new direction. Remove barriers to success and simply accommodate small businesses. The next Henry Ford could be tinkering in his garage in St. Johns right now. Health care reform bill will raise costs because everything I see in the bill would raise costs. Consequently it would raise insurance premiums, and I would be making more money in a few years, but none of us will be better off if we give the federal government another chance to fail. Mandating universal coverage will cause medical costs to increase no matter how it is done. That problem is one of simple economics. One reason medical costs have increased so dramatically over the past five decades is that there are more people insured through employer-paid programs now than ever in history. The politicians and media will never mention that fact because it is more politically correct to dwell on sympathy for the uninsured. Basic economic principles tell us that when the demand for a service increases, the value, or price, of that service will increase also. Guess what will happen if we suddenly insure all those who are not insured now? Whether we pay over the counter, through insurance premiums or taxes, if the demand goes up, so will the price. As in any other industry, there are tons of problems in the medical service community, but using existing government agencies to concentrate on those problems will be less risky and more efficient than what this bill proposes. If universal coverage is a realistic goal, providing tax incentives for the uninsured to purchase their own can accomplish that faster and more efficiently than creating another multi-trillion-dollar government agency. Marc A. Irwin, Delton Local family is caught in the middle To the editor: I am writing this letter for my mother, who is 73 years old, regarding her home which she lost to a fire back in August of 2009, while she was visiting her family in Missouri. Now six months later, it is not settled by the insurance company, and they have not allowed her and the family to go into the house. We are in the dead of winter, and they finally gave us a day (Feb. 19) to go into the house to pick out some special things, they were there also to keep track of any items so they can remove them from the 12,000-item inventory list. The city wants to bulldoze the house down, even if we haven’t been able to get in to save the few items that were salvageable. They say they have had complaints of the “eye-sore.” There are a lot of worse eyesores in town that have been around for years. My mother has lived in this home and carried the same insurance company for 39 years. She and my step-father, who is now deceased, raised their family there. She was a widow with six children when she met my step-father who had five children of his own and was divorced. Between the two of them they had one child which gave them a total of 12 children. Everyone in town knew the house at the top of the hill. Some things bad and some things good, but that comes with the territory of a large family. None of us were perfect, but if there is a family out there that is all perfect and has no negatives, I would like to meet the perfect family. My mother and step-father did their best. We did not have a lot of riches as far as material things, but we had each other. Even with a lot of children, we weren’t raised “on the system” and my mother didn’t ask for any food or medical assistance; they took care of use on their own. People have made their opinions on the family and don’t allow for errors and that people do grow up and change. I think sometimes people need to walk in someone else’s shoes, then decide if you are better than us because I’m here to tell you ... you’re not. At one time in life, you were doing the same thing. Now the city has extended the demolition date until March 13. Thanks a bunch. The house made the front page news. At the time of the fire, no one from this town ever cared or showed any concern regarding the fire or loss. It was not in the local paper, even though a television station covered the story at the time. I have hopes that you can show how a homeowner of 39 years who has carried the same insurance for all those years is being treated. Jeanice Leffel, Hastings To the editor: As I drove by that grand old building, the former Hastings library, some thoughts came to mind that I wanted to put in writing. I had hoped to see any positive activity there, but saw none. I was momentarily saddened as I thought of what could be. Then, a glimmer of hope entered my thoughts. As the county further evaluates the building and its needs and financial situation, it is apparent that additional office space would be hard to glean from the former library. The plan is not a good one. The high ceilings and layout lend themselves to a community theater and artisans guild rather than rehabbed multi-use office space. At first glance, I thought the county had slickered the city to gain control of the building. But in the end, it looks like the city unloaded a vacant building that the county will have a tough time putting to any use. The county should put the former library up for sale and have an actual deadline for bids. I believe that there is, once again, hope that this historic building could be returned to community use and truly realize its highest potential. Tom Walker, Cloverdale Editor’s Note: Tom Walker submitted one of five bids to purchase the former library in July 2008. All five bids were rejected by the city. Walker’s bid of $130,000 included converting the building into an arts and theater venue with a recording studio. knew would be highly criticized. It’s easy to sit back and play armchair quarterback. It’s not so easy to make those difficult decisions, especially when it concerns friends, neighbors or relatives. As the voting public, we do not know the reason for Doster’s dismissal. We do know that these township officials had the courage and integrity to do what they felt was the right thing, regardless of criticism they knew they would get from those who didn’t walk in their shoes. Those are the people we need to represent us on the Prairieville Township board. Susan Newkirk, Prairieville Township Two new candidates are step in right direction To the editor: The reporting in the Banner concerning the two new candidates for Hastings Area Schools System Board of Education was welcome news. I would like to thank both Kathy Carlson and Rob Longstreet for summoning the courage and commitment to seek office in this era of discontent over the management of the school system. While two new members are not a majority to change policy, it is a start in the right direction. By the time another election cycle takes place, it is hoped that others will answer the call and step forward to bring a new board majority to fully represent the entire district. I believe these painful and very hurtful years were caused by arrogance and greed that has permeated the leadership of the district in the central office, board of education and Hastings Education Association. It looks possible that sunshine, fresh air and some spring cleaning may be at hand in the deliberations and management of the district. On behalf of all the children, families and staff who were victims of the ‘Pleasantview affair’ I certainly hope so. 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Fedex and UPS are doing fine, it’s the Post Office that is always in trouble.” He is right, the Post Office is in trouble, Amtrak can’t make money unless oil prices reach $150 a barrel, Social Security is insolvent, Medicare is in trouble, Medicaid is so poorly financed it is bankrupting some states. Our federal government has consistently failed to manage every consumer service it attempts. The national debt is growing, our currency value is shrinking, we face record federal deficit, and the largest segment of our population (baby boomers) are charging onward to retirement and will no longer be as productive as they are now. Why are we even considering giving the federal government any more responsibilities? I will admit that I haven’t read all 2,000 pages of the bill under discussion, but what I have seen will do nothing to stabilize the growing health care costs. The bill does not address standardizing information technology procedures, fraud or tort reform, which are costing us billions each year; it only mandates expanded coverage through the reduction of choice and the creation of another huge bureaucracy. In the interest of full and fair disclosure, I sell health insurance among other financial products and should just keep my mouth shut Former library needs to be returned to community use plus year employment with the township was not an easy decision for our board members to make. I also suspect that he was a friend and co-worker to most of the board members. Does anyone really think that the board made this difficult decision lightly? I think not. I think that they made this decision because they had to – because they had information that was based on facts, logic, and recommendations from outside professional sources. They accepted this responsibility, recognized the gravity of their actions, put resident safety and interest before their personal feelings about Officer Doster, and voted unanimously to terminate his employment. They put friendship and personal loyalty aside and made an ethical and moral decision that they Others may have branches . . . we have roots. For over 120 years, Hastings City Bank has been committed to the communities we serve. We are proud to have supported the following organizations in 2009: 4-H of Calhoun County Algonquin Lake Association Fireworks American Cancer Society Relay for Life, Barry County Barry Community Foundation Barry Community Hospice Barry County 4-H Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Barry County Christian School Barry County Fair Barry County March of Dimes Barry County Sheriff Victim Services Unit Barry County Substance Abuse Barry County United Way Bellevue Antique Tractor Show Bellevue Athletic Boosters Bellevue Community Schools Bellevue Lions Club Big Brothers Big Sisters, Barry County Caledonia Kiwanis Caledonia Library Friends and Patrons Caledonia Merchants Association Caledonia School District Hastings City Bank 77543340 CASA for Kids, Barry County Charlton Park Village Foundation Child Abuse Prevention Council Commission on Aging Community Music School of Hastings Delton Kellogg Athletics Delton Kellogg Little League Delton Kellogg Schools Eaton County Fair Elks Charity Golf Outing Green Gables Haven Gun Lake Women's Club Hastings Area Schools Hastings Athletic Boosters Hastings Band Boosters Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation Hastings Kiwanis Club Hastings Public Library Hastings Rotary Club Hastings Summerfest KCC Athletic Department Kellogg Community College Kiwanis Club of Maple Valley Leadership Barry County Maple Valley / Lakewood Musical Maple Valley Amateur Baseball Maple Valley Athletic Boosters Maple Valley Band Boosters Maple Valley Schools Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund Middleville DDA Middleville Heritage Days MSU Extension Office Pennock Foundation Pierce Cedar Creek Institute South Central Michigan Youth Baseball Southern Kent County Special Olympics St. Rose of Lima School St. Therese School Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission Thornapple Arts Council Thornapple Kellogg Schools Thornapple Players Thornapple Valley Church Thornapple Valley Ducks Unlimited Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Village of Middleville Wayland Area Chamber of Commerce Wayland Athletic Boosters Wayland Union Schools YMCA of Barry County 150 West Court St., Hastings, MI 49058 269-945-2401 HastingsCityBank.com Member FDIC Equal Housing Lender 2301229-01 �Page 6 — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Former Lake Odessa resident turns 108 today Dr. V. Harry Adrounie HASTINGS, MI - Lieutenant Colonel V. Harry Adrounie Ph.D. of Hastings passed away suddenly on Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at his home. He was born on April 29, 1915 in Battle Creek, to Dr. Haroutune A. and Dorothy (Kalaidijian) Adrounie. When Harry was eight months old, his family moved to Lacy and then again moved to Hastings in 1922. He graduated from Hastings High School in 1931. He received his Bachelor of Science (in 1940) and Bachelor of Arts (in 1959) degrees from St. Ambrose University in Davenport, IA. He then earned his Master of Science Ph.D. in Environmental Health and Ph.D. in Community Health at Western States University in Missouri. He was certified with the American Board of Industrial Hygiene and a registered Sanitarian in Michigan, California, Pennsylvania and North Carolina. Harry enlisted in the Army in 1941, transferred into the Air Force in 1949 and remained until his retirement in 1968 advancing to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He was Technical Director of ARA Environmental Services 1968-1970; Director of Environmental Health Division in Chester County Health Dept. 1970-1975; Director of the Berrien County Health Department 19751978; Professor of Environmental Health, School of Public Health University of Hawaii - Manoa 1978-1980; Professor of Environmental Health at American University in Beirut; Dean and Professor at the School of Public Health, Western States University 1980-1983; United States Representative for the United States Interdepartmental Commission on Nutrition 1959-1961; member of the Environmental Issues Commission, Bush for President Campaign in 1988; co-chairman Barry County Bush for President Campaign; former Chairman of the Barry County Solid Waste Planning Commission; former ViceChairman Hasting City Planning Commission; co-founder of Science Advice and Policy Board, Michigan Ground Water Survey Inc.; Chairman of Advisory Council South Central Michigan Commission on Aging; past adult leader for the Boy Scouts; named Alumnus of the Year for Hastings High School in 1961; life member of the VFW; founder and life member of Michigan Association Local Environmental Health Administrators; former president and life member of National Environmental Health Association; a diplomat with the American Academy of Sanitarians; a diplomat with American Academy of Industrial Hygiene; life member of the Association of Military Surgeons; a charter member of the International Public Health Society; life member and certified rifle marksmanship instructor for the National Rifle Association; former President Michigan Environmental Health Association; Air Force Association; former commander of the American Legion; co-founder of the Indonesian Environmental Health Association; life member of the Elks; Moose; former President of Kiwanis. Harry is survived by his wife, Agnes; sons, H. Michael (C. Dolores) Adrounie of Ypsilanti, V. Patrick (Debra) Adrounie of Fairfax Station, VA; grandchildren, Ryan, Kate, Tom and David; great grandchildren, Conrad and Valentin'; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Haroutune and Dorothy (Kalaidijian) Adrounie; and sister, Zabelle. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Lauer Family Funeral Homes-Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings. Harry’s family will receive friends on Saturday, February 27, 2010 from 2 p.m. until the time of celebration of his life at 4 p.m. at Hastings Free Methodist Church, 2635 N. M43 Hwy., Hastings. Interment with full Military Honors will take place in Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, DC on April 1, 2010 at 1 p.m. Please share a memory with Harry’s family at www.lauerfh.com. Alice Faye Hilton the American Business Women’s Association, as well as staffing blood pressure clinics. She also had some entrepreneurial talents, in that she set up, and was advisor to the first Junior Achievement Computer Co. in the United States. She also established and chaired Easter baskets each year to shut-ins and nursing homes in the Charlotte and Battle Creek areas. Alice enjoyed “people helping”, music, bowling, spending time with family and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by sister, Nancy Tolgo (1966); father, George Tolgo (1994) and mother, Mary Tolgo (2002). She is survived by: husband, James Hilton; son, John (Amy) Hilton; five grandchildren, John Hilton, Jr., Calvin Hilton, Bridgett Hilton, Ashley Henning and Amanda Rooney; 12 brothers and sisters; many nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews. Per Alice’s wishes, her body has been donated to the University of Michigan Anatomical Donation Program. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, March 4, 2010 at the First Lutheran Church, 550 E. Shepherd St., Charlotte, MI. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the University of Mich., Anatomical Donation Program, 1137 E. Catherine St., 3626 Medical Science Bldg. 2, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-0608, or to the First Lutheran Church, 550 E. Shepherd St., Charlotte, MI 48813. www.burkhead-greenfuneralhome.com. Hastings Public Library event schedule Thursday, Feb. 25 — winter reading club continues; Movie Memories, Bette Davis in “In This Our Life,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26 — preschool story time about cars, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.; Project No Homework, 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27 — teen video game event, 10 a.m. to noon. Tuesday, March 2 — toddler story time about squirrels, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; Great Decisions Discussion Group meets, 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 3 — Terrific Tweens fly paper airplanes in “Up, Up and Crash,” 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information. DYNASTY SECURE High feed, low dietary starch and sugar balanced horse feed. 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Weighing 8 lbs. 7 ozs. and 20.5 inches long. ***** Easton Travis, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 3, 2010 at 1:11 p.m. to Michelle Miller of Hastings, Slippery Rock. Weighing 8 lbs. and 21 inches long. ***** Landon James Peabody, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 3, 2010 at 10:34 p.m. to Courtney Peabody of Sunfield. Weighing 7 lbs. 12 ozs. and 20 3/4 inches long. ***** Elaina Marie, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 8, 2010 at 7:57 a.m. to Eric Lobdell and Teha Jones of Grand Ledge. Weighing 6 lbs. 5 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Scott Brian Joseph, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 8, 2010 to Susan Janks and Kyle McCracken of Freeport. Weighing 7 lbs. 14 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** James Michael, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 9, 2010 at 8:34 p.m. to Betty Jo Bailey of Lake Odessa. Weighing 9 lbs. 13 ozs. and 23 inches long. ***** Blake William, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 11, 2010 at 2:13 a.m. to Heather Foote and Justin Holtman of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs. 10 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** MacKenzie Kay, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 12, 2010 at 7:03 p.m. to Ryan and Alicia Strimback of Delton. Weighing 5 lbs. 11 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Crystal Nicole, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 12, 2010 at 11:54 a.m. to Joanna Plummer and Christopher Eckhoff of Nashville. Weighing 6 lbs. 6 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Jayden Elizabeth, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 14, 2010 at 1:16 p.m. to Megan Fliearman of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 5 ozs. and 20 1/2 inches long. ***** Joel David, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 16, 2010 at 6:22 a.m. to Brittney and David Jackson of Battle Creek. Weighing 7 lbs. 2 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Austin David, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 16, 2010 at 11:23 a.m. to Andy and Nicole Klahn of Clarksville. Weighing 7 lbs. 4 1/2 oz. and 19 1/2 inches long. tors. She had a reunion with Helen and Dr. Jack Tromp, recalling days when the two doctors looked after the village’s health. She also had a chance to visit with former piano students. Former Central Methodist Church organist Carole Reiser Alice Hoffs recalled how much she admired Alice’s skill on the organ and how much she learned from her. SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 5:30 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm 8:00 pm Girls Boys Girls Girls Boys Girls Boys Boys 7th “B” MS 8th “B” Fresh. Fresh. JV JV Varsity Basketball Wrestling Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball Ice Hockey WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3 Hamilton MS Lowell MS Hamilton MS Ottawa Hills HS Ottawa Hills HS Ottawa Hills HS Ottawa Hills HS Northview HS H A H A H A H A TBA 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm 7:30 pm TBA Boys Varsity Wrestling A 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm Girls Girls Girls Girls FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 26 TBA Boys Varsity Wrestling Team State Finals @ Battle Creek 6:00 pm Girls Varsity Basketball Ottawa Hills HS 7:30 pm Boys Varsity Basketball Ottawa Hills HS H H Boys Varsity Wrestling 9:00 am Boys MS Wrestling Team State Finals @ Battle Creek Bellevue MS Invite A Districts @ Charlotte Kraft Meadow Kraft Meadow Kraft Meadow Kraft Meadow A A H H A A MONDAY, MARCH 1 TBA 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm Girls Girls Girls Girls Girls Varsity 7th “B” 8th “B” 8th “A” 7th “A” Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball TUESDAY, MARCH 2 4:00 pm Boys Fresh. 4:15 pm Boys MS 5:30 pm Boys JV A H A A H THURSDAY, MARCH 4 7th “B” 8th “B” 8th “A” 7th “A” Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball Ind. State Finals @ Auburn Hills Kraft Meadow Kraft Meadow Kraft Meadow Kraft Meadow A H A A H Times and dates subject to change. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27 TBA Girls Varsity Basketball Districts @ Charlotte Girls 7th “B” Basketball TKHS Girls 8th “B” Basketball TKHS Girls 8th “A” Basketball TKHS Girls 7th “A” Basketball TKHS Hastings Athletic Boosters Meeting at HHS Basketball Covenant Christian HS Wrestling Forest Hills Central Basketball Covenant Christian HS A H A Thanks to This Week’s Sponsor: Thank You to all who participated in the Hastings Athletic Boosters Extravaganza! We appreciate your support of our Saxon Athletes! HASTINGS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Contact Laura 948-0506 to Sponsor the Sports Schedule 06707903 DOWLING, MI - Alice Faye Hilton, age 66, of Dowling, was taken into the loving hands of our Lord on February 18, 2010. Alice was born to George and Mary Tolgo on March 28, 1943 in Turner. Alice was a loving wife, mother, friend and grandmother. She retired after 30 years of federal service. Alice began her federal career on Sept. 6, 1961 with the U. S. Department of Agriculture in Washington, D.C and transferred in August 1962 to the newly renamed Defense Logistics Services Center which was moving from Washington to Battle Creek, reporting for work in Battle Creek on Jan. 7, 1963. Alice met and married James Hilton, a fellow DLSC employee in 1971. She decided to leave DLSC in 1973 to pursue other interests, one of which was to become a registered nurse, and from 1976 to 1980 she worked as a psychiatric nurse at the VA Medical Center in Battle Creek, and at the Battle Creek Sanitarium. 1980 brought Alice back to DLSC; she was promoted several times throughout the years and retired March 28, 1998 as a logistic systems analyst. Alice and her family lived in the Lacy area since 1979. She was a member of First Lutheran Church of Charlotte where she had served as Sunday school teacher and superintendent. She had volunteered as a foster mother, a Big Sister, a Red Cross Gray Lady, as a member of the Battle Creek Chapter of Gibbons-Bonnell wed Elizabeth Gibbons and Daniel Bonnell were united in marriage on July 18, 2009 at Frederik Meijer Gardens. Parents of the couple are Janice McKelvey and Roy Goforth and Thomas Gibbons and Patricia BoggiGibbons, all of Hastings and Terry and Charlene Bonnell of Otsego. Maid of honor was Martha Gibbons, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Kassie Bonnell, sister-in-law of the groom; Ashleigh Lochner, friend of the bride; Jennifer Gibbons, cousin of the bride; and Heather Finnie, friend of the bride. Best man was Ty Hathaway, friend of the groom. Groomsmen ewre Shaun Bonnell, brother of the groom; Darin Hendrixson, friend of the groom; Stew Halstead, friend of the groom; and Matt Domitrovich, friend of the groom. Ushers were Matt Gibbons, brother of the groom; Robert LaMorte, stepbrother of the bride; and Ian Burleigh, friend of the groom. Ringbearer was Baxter, dog of the bride. Master and mistress of ceremonies was Jeff and Babette Burleigh. The wedding took place outside at the waterfalls. Alice Hoffs, widow of Dr. Marinus Hoffs, will turn 108 Feb. 25. Well wishes can be sent to her at Friendship Village, 1400 N. Drake Road Apt. 188, Kalamazoo MI 49006. Hoffs is the oldest living Hope College alumnae. She graduated in 1923 with a degree in English. She was a charter member of Hope’s Sigma Iota Beta sorority, the “Sibyline Society,” and served as its president in 1922. She taught school in Wayland before marrying in 1927. Many in Lake Odessa will remember her as the librarian and organist at Central Methodist Church for 42 years. She still plays piano in her apartment in Kalamazoo. Marinus practiced medicine in Lake Odessa from 1929 to 1968. He passed away in 1971. They had three daughters — Louise, Jayne and Carole. Alice visited Lake Odessa last summer during Depot Day honoring the village’s doc- 77543349 Area Obituaries 207 N. Main St. Nashville 517-852-9910 Check us out on the web at www.stepntimedancestudio.com Spaghetti Dinner Step n’ Time Company Dancers Benefit MARCH 6th • 6 PM at the MAIN STREET THEATER HOUSE (The Revue) For a donation come enjoy Spaghetti, Bread Sticks, Salad and a Drink provided by Good Time Pizza. 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The count shows that 1,687 students currently attend Delton Kellogg Schools, with 555 enrolled at the elementary School, 473 at the middle school and 477 at Delton Kellogg High School. According to the count, the remaining 182 students are enrolled in the school system’s alternative education program. To better account for illnesses and other extenuating circumstances, school systems are allowed 30 days to accurately adjust the results of their state-mandated counts. “I am very pleased to see that our enrollment has increased since the fall count and am looking forward to being able to confirm the number at the end of the 30-day window,” said Superintendent Cindy Vujea. “Parents today are able to choose where they wish to send their children to school. The Delton Kellogg Board of Education and staff continue to work hard to provide an excellent educational program to our students and are grateful for the opportunity to serve this community.” Due to mid-winter break at the school, final figures were not available for last week’s Banner. Worship Together… Area Obituaries Mildred I. Wiley 77543298 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH The Second Sunday in Lent February 28 - Worship 8:00 & 10:45; Sunday School 9:30; High School Outing; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. Wed. Worship March 2 - Supper at 6:00 - Worship 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover-grace.org. Rev. Mike Kemper. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday 9 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 11:30 Women’s Bible Study; 5:30 p.m. NAPS Community Open House; 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Friday 6 p.m. Menders. Saturday - 8:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast Series; 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice. Monday - Knit Wits; 6:30 p.m. NAPS Community Registration. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study. Fiberglass Products 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 Carl McCrackin HASTINGS, MI - Carl McCrackin, of Hastings, age 66, passed away February 16, 2010, at his home. Carl was born in Kalamazoo, on December 9, 1943, the son of Kenneth and Francis (Wall) McCrackin. He was a graduate of Delton Kellogg High School, class of 1961. Carl was an employee of Denso Manufacturing in Battle Creek, where he was in the machinery repair department. An avid hunter and fisherman, Carl loved the outdoors. Most of all he loved his family and friends. On June 12, 1965, he married Donna Lumbert, who survives. Members of his family include a son, Benjamin McCrackin; grandchildren, Tyelor and Elizabeth McCrackin; a great granddaughter, Kalaiah McCrackin; brothers, James (Kathy) McCrackin, William (Diane) McCrackin, Jessie (Ryan) McCrackin, and David (Cheryl) McCrackin; several nieces and nephews; special friends, Terry Yerger, and Jimmy Bower. Carl was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Kenneth McCrackin. A graveside service will be conducted in the spring. Memorial contributions to a charity of your choice in Carl's name will be appreciated. Please visit www.williams-goresfuneral.com to view and sign Carl's online guest book. Arrangements by Williams-Gores Funeral Home in Delton. •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 State Rep. Brian Calley is making a bid for the 33rd state Senate District seat being vacated due to term limits by Sen. Alan Cropsey. The wrong state senator’s name was published in an article last week about Mike Bremer’s plans to run for the state representative position currently held by Calley. The article also should have said that Mike Callton, who also is seeking Calley’s 87th House District seat, is a former chairman of the Barry County Board of Commissioners. DELTON, MI - Shayna N. Vickery, age 32, of Delton died February 23, 2010 at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo after a courageous battle against breast cancer. She was born January 24, 1978, the daughter of Robert and Tirrel (Wood) Himebaugh in Battle Creek. She graduated from Bellevue High School and from Davenport University with honors receiving an associate’s degree in occupational therapy. Shayna worked as a certified occupational therapist assistant at Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo. Shayna married Dan Vickery on August 8, 1998. He survives. Also surviving are daughters, Delainey Hanley and Selena Vickery at home; her mother, Tirrel (Robert Mix) Wood of Bellevue; stepmother, Diane Himebaugh of Mesa, Arizona; brothers, Lucas (Mary) Himebaugh of San Diego, California and Ryan Himebaugh of Mesa, Arizona and special friends Heather McHale and the entire Ray family. She was preceded in death by her father. Shayna was a member of Thornapple Valley Church and she enjoyed reading and playing games with her kids and family. The family will receive friends from 5 until 8 p.m. Thursday, February 25, 2010 and 2 until 4 p.m. and 6 until 8 p.m. on Friday, February 26, 2010 at Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. Services will take place 11 a.m. Saturday, February 27, 2010 at First Baptist Church with Jeff Arnett, Thornapple Valley Church, officiating. Interment, Floral Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may go to Susan G. Koman Foundation or the family. The family is being served by Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. www.shawfuneralhome.com Helen Thorp Campbell CHARLEVOIX, MI - Helen Thorp Campbell, age 100, of Charlevoix, passed away Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010. She was born March 16, 1909 in Jackson, the daughter of the late Willis and Alice Thorp. She is survived by her son John W. Campbell (Mary Lee); six grandchildren, Katherine, Elizabeth, Carolyn, Annie, Jonathan, and Jean d'Arc; three great grandchildren, Marlena, Vivienne, and Eli; brother, Paul D. (Jewell) Smith of Michigan; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Duncan Campbell, and three brothers, Hebert (Anna May) Thorp of Alabama, Robert V. (Betty) Smith of California, Carleton B. (Shirley) Smith of Michigan. Services to be held in the First Congregational Church, Charlevoix, 10 a.m., March 6, 2010. In place of flowers, please donate to Little Traverse Conservancy, 3264 Powell Road, Harbor Springs, MI 49740, landtrust.org. The Winchester Funeral Home in Charlevoix is handling the arrangements, (231) 547-2881. MIDDLEVILLE, MI - Ward A. Bender, age 97, passed away February 21, 2010. Ward was born in Dutton, January 6, 1913, the son of Phillip and Abigail (Groh) Bender. A longtime member of the Middleville United Methodist Church, Ward first attended when he was four years old and joined on September 5, 1926. He was proud that his entire life he was a farmer. Ward also enjoyed woodworking and traveling. Members of his family include his wife Betty (Kibbey) Bender; sons, Gerald (Doris) Bender, Monty (Kathy) Bender, and Boyd (Nancy) Bender; a daughter, Gaye Jarema; a sister, Florence Dickerson; stepchildren, Bettylou Leavett, Jeanette (Joe) Thelen, Connie (Sam) Mitchell, James (Holly) Bandfield, and Darlene (Hank) Gingrich; nine grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; 15 step- grandchildren; 27 step great grandchildren, and one step-great great grandson; and several nieces and nephews. Ward was preceded in death by a grandson, Michael Bender; brothers, Forrest, Mike, Russell and Walter, and a sister, Edna Miller. A funeral service will be conducted Thursday, February 25, 2010, 11 a.m., at Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Pastors Mike Conklin and David McBride, officiating. Private burial will take place in Mt. Hope Cemetery. For a more lasting memorial, please consider memorial contributions to Middleville United Methodist Church or Carveth Village. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Estelle M. Beauchamp Estelle (Sally) Walters-Beauchamp, age 70, went to be with our Lord on February 20, 2010 after a lengthy illness. She was born in Grand Rapids, on July 16, 1939 to the late Albert and Estelle (Zalenski) Walters. Sally graduated from Mount Mercy Academy in Grand Rapids, and married Norbert Beauchamp on October 10, 1959. She loved her children and grandchildren, always wanting to be around people and going somewhere. She had a lot of love for everyone. Sally is survived by her son, John (Tammy Hickey) Beauchamp of Flint; daughters, Mary (Bruce) Graham of Gwinn, and Betty (Roogie) Elliott of Hastings; 10 grandchildren, Anthony Derrer, Jaime Sheperd, Kelley (Brooke) Graham, Forrest, Nickolas and Autumn Graham, Jaime and Joshua Perry, Brandy and Haley Elliott; three great-grandchildren, Aiden Engle, Ariana Miller and Keiana Diaz. Sally was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Norbert Beauchamp (2007). A memorial mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at the Holy Family Catholic Church in Flat Rock, Michigan, with Father Joe Maramattan as celebrant. Burial will be at the Escanaba Twp. Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be left to the family of Sally Beauchamp, c/o Betty and Roogie Elliott in Hastings, Michigan. Arrangements are being handled by C.S. Mulder Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Condolences may be left online at www.csmulder.com. Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net 77528585 B OSLEY 102 Cook Hastings MIDDLEVILLE, MI - Mildred I. Wiley, age 100, of Middleville, passed away February 20, 2010, at Oak Crest Manor in Kentwood. Mildred was born September 6, 1909, in Dowling, the daughter of Milton and Lillie (Hawthorne) Partridge. She was a graduate of Hastings High School, class of 1929. Following graduation she attended Ferris Institute to receive her teaching certificate. Mildred was a resident of Middleville for over 60 years. She was a life member of the Eastern Stars, with over 70 years of membership. She retired from Tyden Car Seal in 1974, with over 20 years of service. Mildred was an avid reader, who also enjoyed traveling. As a member of the Middleville and Caledonia Senior Citizens Club, where she was very active from age 70 to 90, she enjoyed making quilts, sewing, crocheting, playing cards and board games. Mildred is survived by daughters, Diana Jesse, Ronda Wenger, Jody (Bruce) Grantham; a daughter-in-law, Joyce Wiley, Tom Straayer; a brother, James Partridge; grandchildren; Michael (Maria) Wiley, Marcus (Annette Fish) Wiley, Tricia (Doug) Shaffer, Tracy Preslar, Adam and Ian Wenger; great grandchildren, Chris, Jocelyn, Kyan, Mark and Aurora. Mildred was preceded in death by her husband Horace "Micky" Wiley, whom she married on February 17, 1934, and he passed away in 1954, and a son Joe Wiley. According to her wishes, there will be no services. Private burial will take place in Mount Hope Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the American Association of the Blind will be appreciated. Mildred's family is being served by the Beeler Funeral Home in Middleville. CORRECTION This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Lauer Family Funeral Homes Ward A. Bender Shayna N. Vickery �Page 8 — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa The depot complex will be open this weekend for the first-ever art show. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27, and 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 28. Baked goods will be sold as well as items in the gift shop. Come and be surprised by the works of local artists, past and present. The show will include not only paintings but pottery, drafting and ceramics. Friday, Feb. 26, is the time to bring art items to show at the Freight House. Next months’ exhibit will be toys and dolls. The historical society brings four major shows each year for the community’s enjoyment. The society also has a quarterly publication, “The Bonanza Bugle,” which is mailed to members, several local libraries and to fellow historical societies. Noreen Mosson had the misfortune to fall while in Florida Feb. 14. Her daughter flew to Florida to escort her home where she under- went orthopedic surgery in Grand Rapids last week. Sister Jean of Grand Rapids led a Rosary service at Koops Funeral Chapel last week for her cousin Kay (Cook) Crosby who had died the previous Monday. Sr. Jean and Linda Kramer of Lansing were nieces of Kay’s mother Katherine (Blackmer) Cook, daughters of Clement and Hyacinth (Blackmer) Kramer, now deceased. Local cousins of the Blackmer sisters here have been Robert Huyck and the late Mark Blackmer of Campbell Township. Midwest Living magazine and a glossy Pure Michigan supplement are available at the Lake Odessa Community Library. We have been reading about the Michigan legislature haggling over funding for the Pure Magazine campaign. The glossy PureMichigan section is very prominent in this new publication which highlights resorts, sports, beaches, fine dining spots, festivals, lighthouses, race tracks, forests and dozens of other Michigan attractions. The winter bloodmobile visited Monday. Sorry it did not make this column in advance. Streets and roads were filled with snow that day until the plows could make their rounds. School was cancelled because of the road situations. In contrast to earlier snows, this storm brought heavy, wet snow which was much more taxing to shovel or plow. A snow blower certainly is a big improvement over a snow shovel. Last week, Tom Pickens of Clarksville attended the Tri-River Museum group meeting at Bowne Center as a representative of the local historical society. An upcoming event for the Clarksville Historical Society is an antiques appraisal and a pasty sale. Plans are underway for the spring tour of museums, of which Lake Odessa is one of more than 20 museums open on the first weekend of May with free admission to all venues. The spring theme of the tour is “Spring Into the Past.” Elaine VanLaanen and daughter Elizabeth Baecker of Nashville have returned from three weeks of visiting friends and relatives in Georgia, Florida and Alabama where they said the weather was very cool most of the time. They visited VanLaanen-Dabb cousins and also Nickel relatives, who hail from the Upper Peninsula. Tribe promoting black ash basketry film The Gun Lake Tribe is promoting “Black Ash Basketry: A Story of Cultural Resilience,” a film documentary that explores the cultural and modern significance of the age-old process of basket-making and the threat posed by the invasive emerald ash borer. Celebration Cinema North offered to host the film’s premiere Tuesday, March 2, at 7 p.m. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. The documentary features members of the Pigeon family who are citizens of the Tribe and accomplished basket-makers. “Our hope is that this documentary will raise awareness about the delicate inter-relationships between people, our cultures and the land on which we live,” said Ed Pigeon, vice chairman. “It is important for our children and grandchildren that we take care of what we have been given and remember where we have come from.” A trailer of the hour-long documentary is available online at http://lifewaysinsti- Girl Scout Troop 80599 to hold PANCAKE SUPPER Ritchie’s Koffee Shop Sunday, February 28th Required at busy family practice office. 20 - 24 hours a week, experience required. Correct person will have at least 2 years experience working in a family practice. Experience with an EMR helpful. 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. • Cost is Your Donation Please send resumes to Ad #132 THANKS to Ritchie’s Koffee Shop for donating all items If you have any questions please call Girl Scout Leader Kelley Cranmore at 269-953-2401 “ S t r etchi n g ” “Your repair dollars go further at” THISS AUTO Hastings FILM, coninued on page 10 PART TIME CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT A Girl Scout cookie order form will also be there for your convenience These Girl Scouts are trying to raise enough money to take a trip to Florida to swim with the dolphins. 77543529 tute.org/Film_Trailer.html. The documentary was produced over a two-year period in a collaborative effort between several organizations and volunteers from Great Lakes Lifeways Institute, Grand Rapids Community College, Forest Hills Public Schools’ Goodwillie Environmental 77543519 C/O The Reminder 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, MI 49058 ® The Save 10 to 25% on Quality Mechanical Repairs & Service Our Specialty: • Brakes • Wheel Alignment • A/C Recharge & Repair More shakin’ from the Earth by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters Not all Midwesterners know they live in a region where earthquakes can strike, but they got a small reminder of that simple fact earlier this month when a 3.8 Richter scale trembler struck in northern Illinois. Let’s hope we can learn more from the event than just what the passing headlines might lead us to think about, because the center of our country is woefully under-prepared for what will come in terms of later, much larger, quakes. The little Illinois trembler puts me in a mind to remember the Big One that struck in the Midwest in the winter of 1811-12. The quake was really four enormous events that occurred in and around what’s now Missouri over the course of three months. Some of these mega-quakes were felt as far away as the East Coast where church bells rang. The Mississippi River ran backward for a time due to the shaking and sloshing, and hamlets of the area were destroyed. The shape of the land itself was changed for many square miles, some of it rising upward, some sinking downward to become swamps. The big quakes were accompanied by hundreds of small ones, and local observers said that at one point, the ground simply shook almost continuously for weeks. The monstrous events are known as the New Madrid earthquakes. The name comes from a small town leveled in one of them. Modern geologists would say their epicenters were all part of the New Madrid Seismic Zone, which is an area that falls in the neighborhood of where Kentucky, Tennessee, Missouri and Arkansas nearly all come together on the map. Since modern seismographs and the Richter scale itself had not been invented by 1811, there’s no way to say exactly how big the quakes were. But based on descriptions of the effects of the quakes, geologists estimate that the quakes were in the 7 to 8 range on the Richter scale — similar to or larger than what Haiti experienced earlier this winter. (Just for your information, geologists expect areas near the epicenter of a Richter 8 quake to generally experience what is termed “total” damage. Because of the way the Richter scale works, a value of Richter 7 cor- responds to a release of 31 times less energy than a Richter 8 quake and is expected to result in mere “major” damage. And as another point of reference, of all the last century’s most deadly natural disasters the world around, about half were earthquakes — because even Richter 7s are deadly in the extreme if population is dense and buildings are made of bricks and blocks the old-fashioned way.) One of the most staggering things about the New Madrid winter of 1811-12 — staggering, even to us geologists — is that there were multiple mega-quakes. Any one of the events would be a huge disaster today, affecting major cities, transportation and communication systems, small towns, rivers and levees. A full repeat of all that happened in New Madrid would be a greater disaster than anything we’ve ever seen out here along the West Coast where this Rock Doc hangs her hat. Certainly, the great quake in San Francisco in 1906 would pale in comparison. A confounding factor about the New Madrid risk is that it has grown so much in the last century as population in the area increased. That’s one reason individuals in the Midwest — just like us Westerners — should practice what they want their family members to do in the event of a major earthquake. And, in my opinion, stores of water and food are very much in order in the New Madrid Seismic Zone and the areas around it, just as they are along the Pacific Coast. The pictures on television from Haiti remind us of such facts. We live on the outer crust of the Earth, and it’s a fragile eggshell. But you can do basic things to help yourself — and they can be useful whether you face an earthquake or perhaps another kind of emergency. Google “Red Cross emergency kit,” or make your own stores of basics, like this rockhead does. Because another Big One is coming. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Sciences at Washington State University. Hastings FFA members compete in district, regional contests Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic • Collision & Auto Body Repair Insurance or Customer Pay Insurance company says it’s too costly to fix? Come see me. I fix many cars that are well worth saving. You do have options when it comes to repairing your vehicle. 2295 South M-37 Hwy., Hastings (269) 948-3387 Dennis Thiss, Owner Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply 77543352 77543076 Don’t want your car totaled? Several members from the Hastings High School FFA and Hastings Middle School competed in district and regional leadership contests earlier this month. Thursday, Feb. 4, district competition was held at Hopkins High School. The junior high conduct of meetings team received a first place silver award and moved on to regional competition. Team members are Allie Porter, Zach Pennington, Rachael Senard, Ashley Stanton, Whitney Martin, James Senard, Hannah Tebo and alternate Austin Haywood. The junior high team is coached by Dennis Pennington. Also competing and moving on to regional competition in the junior high public speaking contest was Ethan Haywood, who received a first place gold award. Competing in the creed speaking contest was Alyssa Larsen, who received a silver award. The Hastings High School Parliamentary Procedure Team received second place silver award at districts and moved on to regional competition. Team members are Robert Endsley, Katie Endsley, Steven Endsley, Andy Slocum, Cassey Glumm, John Stanton, Zack Nurenberg and alternate Branden Miller. The team is coached by Boyd Endsley. FFA members competed at regional competition at Olivet High School Feb. 18 against a number of schools from Region 1. The junior high conduct of meetings team received a fourth place gold award. Ethan Haywood received a first place gold award in junior high public speaking with his speech titled “Methane, Powering the Future” and will be moving on to state competition in March at Michigan State University. The Hastings High School Parliamentary Procedure Team received a second place gold award and also will move on to state competition at the 82nd Michigan State FFA Convention March 10 to 12 at the MSU Auditorium. FFA members representing Hastings middle and high schools in recent competitions include (front row, from left) Rachael Senard, James Senard, Zach Pennington, Steven Endsley, Cassey Glumm, Katie Endsley, (second row), Whitney Martin, Allie Porter, Hannah Tebo, Zack Nurenberg, Branden Miller, John Stanton, (third row) Alyssa Larsen, Ashley Stanton, Ethan Haywood, Andy Slocum and Robert Endsley. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... with Esther Walton Barry’s population soars over 26,000; Since that time the census has varied somefrom 22,000 upward but up to the 17th Hastings Hits 6,080 what decennial census had never reached the 1880 Census Climbs 3,425 Above 1940; City Increase is 905; Middleville Climbs to 1,043, Nashville to 1,372. With the 23rd decennial census set to begin April 1, Banner staff checked the archives for census stories. Here’s the second of a threepart series on the 1950 U.S. Census. ***** June 22, 1950 Barry County, for the first time in its history, has a population of over 26,000, according to preliminary figures released by Mrs. Maree Holmes, supervisor of the St. Joseph District Office of the Bureau of Census. The tentative Barry population figure is 26,038 – an increase of 3,425 over the 1940 census of 22,613. Included in Barry’s population gain is Hastings’ new census which total 6,080 – an increase of 905 over 1940’s 5,175. Other major towns registering new highs in population include Middleville, which increased from 833 in 1940 to 1,043, and Nashville, registered a gain of 93 from 1,279 to 1,372. While Barry’s 26,038 residents represent an increase of 3,425 during the past 10 years, it represents an increase of only 721 over the county’s previous high of 25,317 registered in the 1880 census. The population of Barry County, which was 512 in 1837, had more than doubled by 1840 – according to that census it was 1,078. In the next 10 years it increased from 1,078 to 5,072 in 1850 and to 13,858 in 1860. Notwithstanding the drain upon the county in men during the War between the States, the population from 1860 to 1864 increased from 13,858 to 14,441. By 1870 the population had reached 22,199 and 25,317 in 1880. figure. Hastings’ gain in population is regarded as good or better than population increases registered by other cities of its size. Charlotte, in neighboring Eaton County, registered a gain of 1,045 according to the preliminary count announced after the 17th decennial census for a total of 6,589. Greenville’s total jumped from 1940’s 5,321 to 6,656. Marshall, which had a population of 5,253 in 1940, jumped 497 to 5,740 and Ionia with a population 6,392 10 years ago now has 6,406 residents. Petoskey went up to 6,431 from 6,019 and Dowagiac from 5,392 to 6,406 – a gain of 1,527. Alma’s population jumped from 7,202 to 8,327 and Hillsdale from 6,381 to 7,282. Sturgis’ population jumped from 7,214 to 7,789 and Coldwater from 7,343 to 8,542. Albion’s new population is 10,395 compared to 1940’s 8,345. Traverse City increased from 14,455 to 16,879. Hastings’ growth during the past 10 years is next to the greatest since the census of 1870 when 1,793 were counted. In the next 10 years the population increased 738 to 2,531. In the 1890 census 2,972 were counted, a gain of 241 and by 1900 3,172 were living here. In the 1910 census the population had jumped 1,211 to 4,383 and in 1920 749 had been added for a total of 5,132. The population remained almost stationary during the following decade, increasing only 95 by 1930 to 5,227. The 1940 census brought a drop of 52 to 5,175. Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES Time to take retirement plan distributions? You may not have the pictures, suntan or souvenirs to show for it, but if you’re at least 70-1/2, you’ve just finished a “vacation.” And that means you’ll have to do some work — on determining how much to take out of your retirement plans this year. Typically, when you reach 70-1/2, you must start taking withdrawals (“required minimum distributions,” or RMDs) from your traditional IRA or your employer-sponsored retirement plan, such as a 401(k), 403(b) and 457(b). However, the sharp decline in the financial markets in 2008 led Congress to give you a one-year vacation from taking RMDs in 2009 so that you wouldn’t have to cash out assets whose value had fallen significantly. But 2009 is over, and so is your RMD vacation. So if you must take distributions this year, you’ll need to do some planning. For starters, you’d probably like to know how much you’d have to withdraw. You can calculate your RMD by dividing the last year’s retirement account balance, as of December 31, by a life expectancy factor, found in the Internal Revenue Service’s Uniform Lifetime Table. Your financial advisor or tax professional can provide you with this figure. Once you know your RMD, you can then decide whether to take this amount or to withdraw more. Obviously, during your retirement years, one of your key financial goals is to avoid outliving your income, so you may want to try taking the minimum distributions for as long as you can. Also, these distributions are taxable, so the less you take out, the lower your tax bill may be. But if you need the money, won’t you be forced to take more than the minimum amount? Not necessarily. In addition to your IRA, 401(k) and whatever other accounts might trigger RMDs, what other sources of income do you have? You’ve probably already started taking Social Security, so you can’t change that amount, though you will normally receive cost-of-living adjustments. (In 2010, however, there will be no such adjustment.) Consequently, if you want to avoid taking more than minimum distributions, you will need to look at your investments held outside your RMD-triggering accounts. First, consider your Roth IRA, if you have one. Unlike a traditional IRA, a Roth IRA is not subject to RMD rules, so your money can potentially keep growing. But if you want to minimize your taxable distributions, you may want to tap into your Roth account. Next, review your other investments. Specifically, consider your mix of investments. Can you adjust this mix to possibly provide you with enough income to help you avoid exceeding your RMDs? For example, can you add income-producing investments, such as bonds, without depleting your portfolio’s growth potential? Even in retirement, you'll likely need growth opportunities to help you stay ahead of inflation. You may also want to consider dividend-producing stocks. While you don’t want to take on too much risk in your retirement years, you can find many quality stocks that produce, and even increase, their dividends year after year. (Keep in mind, though, that companies can reduce or eliminate dividends at any time.) The RMD vacation was nice while it lasted. But now that it’s over, consider taking the steps necessary to provide you with sufficient income today without draining your resources for tomorrow. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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The bridge replacement is slated to occur during the 2012 fiscal year, the same year MDOT has scheduled the replacement of the M-43 North Broadway bridge over the Thornapple River. However, the State of Michigan’s budget crisis might delay either or both of the projects. “We haven’t officially heard from MDOT that our project will be delayed, but I wouldn’t be surprised if it was,” said Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield. “I don’t think anyone can count on funding beyond 2010, right now. However, we are going to proceed as if we are still going to get the funding and go ahead with the engineering study so we will be ready when the funds do become available because they will become available eventually.” RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Rutland will hold a public hearing/regular meeting on Wednesday, March 17, 2010, commencing at 7:30 p.m. at the Rutland Charter Township Hall, 2461 Heath Road, Hastings, Michigan, as required under the provisions of the Township Zoning Act and the Zoning Ordinance for the Township. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the items to be considered include, in brief, the following: 1. Consideration of an application to rezone parcel # 08-13-014-005-00, commonly known as 2012 Heath Road, Hastings. Described as: RUTLAND CHARTER TWP. COM NE COR SEC 14-3-9 TH S 00 DEG 13' 19" W AL E LI SEC 930.69 FT TO CNTR LI HEATH RD FOR POB TH N 54 DEG 38' 13" W AL CNTR LI RD 482.72 FT TH N 35 DEG 21' 47" E 189.86 FT TH S 62 DEG 14' 18" E 353.11 FT TH S 00 DEG 13' 19" W 289.3 FT TO CNTRLI HEATH RD TH N 54 DEG 13' 13" W 33.80 FT TO POB. The property is currently zoned "RE", RURAL ESTATES, RESIDENTIAL. The applicant seeks rezoning to "R1", RESIDENTIAL, SINGLE FAMILY, which will comply with the Township Master Plan. 2. Consideration of an application to rezone parcel # 08-13-014-004-00, commonly known as 2082 Heath Road, Hastings. Described as: RUTLAND TWP 1 1/2 ACRES OF LAND OF THE TRIANGULAR STRIP ON E 1/2 NE 1/4 SEC 14-3-9 LYING BETWEEN HWY AND MCRR AS FOLLOWS COM AT A PT IN CEN OF HWY 29 1/2 RDS NW OF SEC LINE BETWEEN SECS 13 & 14 FOR POB TH NE AT RIGHT ANGLE WITH HWY TO R/W MCRR TH ALONG R/W OF RD IN NWLY DIR TO PT SO THAT A LINE RUN PARALLEL WITH THE LINE ON SE SIDE TO CEN HWY FROM SELY ALONG HWY TO BEG. The property is currently zoned "RE", RURAL ESTATES, RESIDENTIAL. The applicant seeks rezoning to "R1", RESIDENTIAL, SINGLE FAMILY, which will comply with the Township Master Plan. 3. Such and further matters as may properly come before the Planning Commission. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE Written comments concerning the above matters may be mailed to the Rutland Charter Township Clerk at the Rutland Charter Township Hall at any time prior to this public hearing/meeting, and may further be submitted to the Planning Commission at the public hearing/meeting. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Land Use Plan, Zoning Map and Zoning Ordinance are available and may be examined by the general public at the Rutland Charter Township Hall, during regular business hours and that copies of the Zoning Ordinance and/or Land Use Plan may be examined at said public hearing. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Rutland Charter Township Planning Commission reserves the right to recommend changes in the proposed ordinances and to make its recommendation to the Rutland Charter Township Board accordingly, either at or following the public hearing. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that upon reasonable notice to the Rutland Charter Township Clerk, the Township will provide necessary, reasonable auxiliary aids and services at the public hearing to individuals with disabilities. Individuals requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Township Clerk at the address or telephone number listed below. All interested persons are invited to be present at the aforesaid time and place to take part in the discussion on the above proposed amendments. ROBIN HAWTHORNE, CLERK RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP 2461 HEATH ROAD, HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 948-2194 77543487 The state’s recently approved 2010-2014 five-year transportation program has been posted online by the department of transportation (www.michigan.gov/mdot5yearplan). MDOT also has also posted a new document titled “Financial Crisis Key Messages” to the Web. This document identifies funding strategies for a department that is faced with the reality of insufficient state revenues available to match all of the estimated federal funds beginning in 2011. The 2010-14 fiveyear program was approved by the state transportation commission at its Jan. 28 meeting. The department must submit the five-year program to the Michigan Legislature by March 1. “If Michigan cannot match federal funds, over a half a billion dollars each year in federal fuel taxes already paid by Michigan residents and businesses will be lost to us,” said State Transportation Director Kirk T. Steudle. “Our money will go to other states that are able to provide the needed match. This will have a devastating effect on job creation and Michigan’s economy. All modes of transportation are being affected by declining state revenues and decreased buying power, including highway, aviation, bus, rail and marine programs.” Steudle also stated that the transportation system will continue to deteriorate even if the department is able to match federal funding, which it will in 2010. “Unless state revenue for transportation increases, Michigan will experience substantial decline in road and bridge conditions, and our rail freight, passenger transportation and aviation programs also will suffer,” Steudle said. “The message of the transportation funding task force was clear in November 2008. Michigan needs to double its current investment in transportation to provide an adequate level of service, let alone an improved one.” The Financial Crisis Key Messages document contains charts and graphs illustrating the reduced program of each mode of transportation compared to the previous (2009-13) five-year transportation program. The highway program total is reduced most dramatically by more than 35 percent, compared to the previous five-year program total. Projects in the plan for 2010 are fully funded and will not face delays. However, MDOT said that if the current return on federal gas tax revenues falls in 2011 as expected, 256 highway projects will be delayed. The 256 projects break down as 129 bridge preservation projects, 118 road preservation projects and 10 capacity/new roads projects. “We will have to implement a reduced road and bridge program investment strategy in 2011 and cut approximately $600 million annually, if federal funding continues to go unmatched,” said Steudle. BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN PODUNK LAKE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (AQUATIC VEGETATION CONTROL) NOTICE OF MARCH 10, 2010 TOWNSHIP BOARD PUBLIC HEARING ON CREATING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND OTHER ASPECTS OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; OWNERS OF PROPERTY ABUTTING OR HAVING DEEDED ACCESS TO PODUNK LAKE IN LAND SECTIONS 26, 27 AND 34 OF RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP; AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that as a result of petitions of property owners within the township signed by the record owners of land within the hereinafter described 2010 Podunk Lake Improvement Project Special Assessment District for aquatic vegetation control (as tentatively established by Resolution of the Rutland Charter Township Board adopted January 13, 2010) the Township Board proposes to undertake a five-year program for the eradication and/or control of aquatic weeds and plants in Podunk Lake, and finance such improvements by special assessments on the properties within the special assessment district beginning in 2010. Note: legally, the Township must administer this undertaking as a new project; but as a practical matter it is a continuation of the aquatic vegetation control program initially established for a five-year period in 2004-2008. The Special Assessment District within which the foregoing improvements are proposed to be undertaken and within which the cost thereof is proposed to be assessed is described as follows: All lands abutting Podunk Lake (including the channel) or having deeded access to Podunk Lake in land sections 26, 27 and 34 of Rutland Charter Township, Barry County, State of Michigan. The Township Board has passed a Resolution tentatively declaring its intention to proceed with the project and to create the aforementioned Special Assessment District, and has found the petitions for the improvement to be in compliance with statutory requirements. The Township Board has received plans (dated December 1, 2009) for the petitioners’ proposed aquatic vegetation control program together with an estimate of the costs of the program in the amount of $49,900 for 2010-2014 and has placed the same on file with the Township Clerk. The Township has estimated the legal and administrative expenses of creating and administering the Special Assessment District to be approximately $5,000. The total estimated project cost based on the plans for this program is therefore $54,900. The Township Board has also received plans (dated February 1, 2010) for an alternate aquatic vegetation control program for 2010-2014 with an estimated cost of $66,170, plus estimated legal and administrative expenses of approximately $5,000, for a total estimated cost of this alternate program of $71,170. The plans for this alternate program have also been placed on file with the Township Clerk. A public hearing on the proposed improvement project (including the original plans and the alternate plans), the estimate of costs (for the original proposed program and the alternate proposed program), the special assessment district proposed to be established for the assessment of the costs of such improvement, and any objections to the petitions, will be held at the Rutland Charter Township Hall at 2461 Heath Road, Hastings, Michigan on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in conjunction with a regular meeting of the Township Board. At this hearing/meeting the Board will also consider any written objections to any of the foregoing matters which are filed with the Board at or prior to the time of the hearing, as well as any corrections or changes to the plans, estimate of costs, or to the proposed special assessment district. The project plans, estimate of costs, the boundaries of the proposed special assessment district, and the petitions, may be examined at the office of the Township Clerk and may further be examined at the public hearing. If the Township Board determines to create a special assessment district with respect to the proposed project a second public hearing will be held at a later date to be set by the Township Board (tentatively scheduled for April 14, 2010) for the purpose of reviewing and hearing objections to the proposed allocation of the costs of the project among the various properties included in the special assessment district. Appearance and protest at such a second public hearing or as otherwise allowed by 1962 PA 162, as amended, is required in order to preserve a right to appeal the amount of any such special assessment to the Michigan Tax Tribunal after the confirmation of a special assessment roll. Formal notice of any such second public hearing will be published in a newspaper and mailed to affected property owners as required by law. The foregoing hearings and all proceedings associated with these special assessment matters will be conducted in accordance with and pursuant to 1954 PA 188, as amended, the Michigan Open Meetings Act, and any other applicable law. Rutland Charter Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services at the meeting/hearing to individuals with disabilities, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered, upon reasonable notice to the Township. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Township Clerk as designated below. Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Rutland Charter Township 2461 Heath Road Hastings, MI 49058-9725 (269) 948-2194 77543314 �Page 10 — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Dowling Post Office to have a new home The new Dowling Post Office will include expanded space inside and out. ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE THE ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW for 2010 will be held at the Orangeville Township hall, 7350 Lindsey Rd., Plainwell, MI 49080 on the following dates: Tuesday, March 2 Monday, March 8 Tuesday, March 9 Organizational Meeting Appeal Hearing Appeal Hearing 4:00pm 9-12pm & 1-4pm 1-5pm & 6-9pm The Board of Review will meet as many more days as deemed necessary to hear questions, protests, and to equalize the 2010 assessments. By Board resolution, residents are able to protest by letter, provided protest letter is received by March 9, 2010. Written protests should be mailed to: BOARD OF REVIEW, 7350 LINDSEY RD., PLAINWELL, MI 49080 The tentative ratios and the estimated multipliers for each class of real property and personal property for 2010 are as follows: Agricultural Commercial Industrial Residential Personal 58.64% 50.44% 59.16% 53.07% 50% 0.8527 0.9913 0.8452 0.9422 1.0000 (ADA) Americans with Disabilities Notice Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Clerk at least seven (7) days in advance of hearing. This notice is posted in Compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act) MCLA41.72a(2)(3) and with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contacts… Clerk, Jennifer Goy: 269-664-4522 77542947 TOWNSHIP OF BALTIMORE 2010 NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Review will meet at the Township Hall, 3100 E. Dowling Rd. Hastings, MI 49058, to examine and review the 2010 Assessment roll. The board will convene on the following dates for the hearing of appeals of assessments or taxable values, poverty exemptions, parcel classification appeals and/or current year qualified agricultural denials: Tuesday, March 2, 2010, 9:00 a.m. Organizational Meeting Monday, March 8, 2010, 9:00 am to noon and 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm Tuesday, March 9, 2010, noon to 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm And on such additional days as required to hear all persons who have given notice of the desire to be heard until assessment rolls have been revised, corrected and approved. Letter appeals will be accepted and must be received no later than 5:00 pm March 10, 2010. Tentative ratios and estimated multipliers for 2010 are as follows: Agricultural Commercial Industrial Residential Personal Property 52.80% 49.18% 63.88% 56.31% 50.000% 0.94697 1.00000 0.78272 0.88794 1.00000 Tentative equalization factor of 1.0000 for all classes is expected after completion of Board of Review. Ron Miller, Supervisor Baltimore Township Scott Anderson, Assessor Baltimore Township Baltimore Township Board Meetings are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex or disability. American with Disabilities (ADA) Notice The Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon seven (7) days notice to Baltimore Township. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Baltimore Township by writing or calling: Baltimore Township Clerk Penelope Ypma 3100 E. Dowling Rd. Hastings, MI 49058 by Casey Cheney Construction of a new post office building is underway in Dowling. Since funds for the new building had been approved in 2008, the plans for its construction were enacted without debate despite the financial struggle facing the U.S. Postal Service. Had it not been for complications with the former Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, construction would have taken place sooner. Postal Service spokesperson Sabrina Todd said the new building will be more accomdating and safer for customers. “From what I’ve been told, they’ll actually be able to have a real parking lot now,” she said. The current post office has only a small space for parking close to the road, with no barrier between it and the road. Belinda Morgan, who works at the Dowling Post Office, said the service has outgrown the building. “It is totally full,” she said, adding that the office will get a lot of traffic. Though the Dowling post office delivers to just 680 patrons, Todd said the new building may bring more business for the USPS. The small town has seen little growth in the past 20 years, however, Morgan stated that through the years, “Dowling has been on the The dimunitive post office in Dowling has outgrown its space. block on and off the block.” “It’ll be good for the community,” Todd Charlton Park in the black again, reports director by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At its meeting Tuesday, the Barry County Board of Commissioners heard the annual report on Historic Charlton Park presented by the park’s director, Keith Ferris. In his presentation, Ferris detailed many aspects of the educational and recreational site, including its past and projected revenues. According to Ferris, in 2009, the park generated revenue in excess of $600,000 and incurred expenses totaling nearly $582,000. The park currently has a fund balance of about $209,000, he explained, adding that it is expected to generate just over $589,000 in revenue and incur slightly more than $586,000 in expenses this year. “This is the third year in a row that Charlton Park came in under budget,” he said of 2009 operations. Ferris explained that, in addition to many other accomplishments completed last year, electricity was added to a pavilion, a new roof was installed on a house and many “dead and downed” trees were removed with the help of volunteers. Speaking of future plans, Ferris said that a new Web site for the park is being produced. He explained that the site will allow visitors to do several things they cannot do from the park’s current site, such as make reservations to rent out some of the location’s facilities. “That should be up and running before the first of May,” he said. Ferris noted that, in addition to other plans for the park this year, a quarter-mile-long interpretive walking trail with benches will be introduced in the coming months. “Hopefully we’ll have this completed by mid-summer,” he said. Sixteen events are planned at the park this year, with an anticipated collective attendance of 13,000. In comparison, slightly more than 13,000 people attended the 17 events held at the park last year, he said. While all of the events scheduled at the park this year have been there previously, Ferris explained that, in 2011, several new events likely will be held. In other business, the board passed a motion to allow the Hastings Farmers Market to be held on a trial basis in front of the Barry County Courthouse on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. during and between the months of May and October. The market was held on the courthouse lawn many times last year, but only on Saturdays. Also passed by the board was a motion to send a letter to Gov. Jennifer Granholm and other government officials requesting the expedited approval of a mitigation plan involving the Finkbeiner/Crane Road bridge project. The project includes construction of a bridge across the Thornapple River and the connection of Finkbeiner and Crane roads in Thornapple Township. Such improvements would create a more direct route to and from the manufacturing company Bradford White, which is headquartered in Middleville. Commissioner Michael Bremer said that, while a mitigation plan already was approved for the project by the Department of Natural Resources and Environment, a concern about the project’s impact on area wetlands was generated from within the department and is stalling progress on the project. Bremer explained that, while completion of the project would ensure that a planned expansion of Bradford White would take place in Middleville, its failed completion likely would result in the expansion taking place in New Jersey instead. “My understanding is that, if the project does not go through, Bradford White is not planning to leave Middleville, but they are planning to do their expansion and add other jobs elsewhere,” he said. A motion to approve an agreement between the Hastings City/Barry County Airport Commission and Mark Noteboom, manager of the airport, also was passed by the board. The agreement, which has an expiration date of Jan. 31, 2011, details Noteboom’s duties as the manager of the airport and stipulates that his annual salary be increased from just over $21,000 to $30,000. Before the agreement can be enacted, the Hastings City Council also must approve it. When the agreement came before the council Feb. 8, it was not approved at that time, with the council citing concerns that the agreement did not specify if Noteboom would utilize the proposed difference in his salary to hire an assis- NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW The Board of Review will meet on Tuesday, March 2, 2010, at 9:00 AM, in the office of the Assessor at Rutland Charter Township hall, 2461 Heath Road, Hastings, Michigan, to organize and review the Assessment Roll. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING to hear Assessment APPEALS will be held at the RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP HALL, 2461 Heath Road, Hastings, Michigan on: MONDAY, MARCH 8, 2010 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10, 2010 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM 9:00 AM to NOON RATIO 51.33% 56.79% 50.43% 52.13% -0-0- REQUEST FOR BIDS MULTIPLIER .9740 .8804 .9914 .9591 -0-0- The City of Hastings is soliciting sealed bid proposals for a multi-function copier/printer/scanner/fax for City Hall. Complete specifications are available from the Office of the City Clerk. The above ratios and multipliers do not mean that every parcel will receive the same. If you have purchased property, it will be assessed at 50% of market value. If you have improved your property such as additions, new buildings, driveways, etc., this will also reflect in the value of your property. Upon request of any person who is assessed on said roll, or his agent, and upon sufficient cause being shown, the Board of Review will correct the assessment of such property and will, in their judgment, make the valuation thereof relatively just and equal. Dennis McKelvey, Assessor RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP 2461 Heath Road Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 948-2194 77540795 CITY OF HASTINGS PROPERTY ASSESSMENT RATIOS & FACTORS FOR 2010 CLASS Agriculture Commercial Industrial Residential Development Personal NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held February 23, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM 1:00 Pm to 4:00 PM Also, any other days deemed necessary to equalize the Assessment Roll. Bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 4:00 PM, on Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at which time they shall be opened and publicly read aloud. The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in any bid proposal, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. Bids must be submitted on the forms included in the specifications and clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package - “City Hall Copier/Printer”. 77543489 77543509 tant manager for the airport. Noteboom explained to commissioners on Feb. 16 that the decision to hire an assistant manager would be left with him and that the city council was mistaken about the need to stipulate the hiring of an assistant manager in the agreement. In another action involving the airport, the county board approved an agreement between the airport commission and the consulting firm Mead and Hunt which would allow the firm to provide design services for rehabilitation of the tower with a rotating beacon located at the airport and expansion of the airport’s main apron. This agreement was approved by the city council on Feb. 8. Another motion passed by the board involved approval of contracts related to this year’s Barry County Remonumentation Program, which is largely devoted to the identification and marking of municipal boundaries that were identified with primitive markers long ago. Among other things, the agreements detail the relationship between monumentation surveyors and the county, along with the relationship between the county and those responsible for reviewing the findings of such surveyors. The board also took the following actions: • Approved a renewal of a contract between the county and Green Gables Haven requiring $2,500 in county funds to be awarded to the shelter. • Approved the development of a contract between the county and the Village of Freeport that would allow a 2005 Chevy Tahoe currently retained by the county’s sheriff’s department to be donated to the Village of Freeport Police Department. • Adopted a resolution proclaiming February to be “Dating Violence Awareness Month” in the county. • Adopted a resolution proclaiming Feb. 20 to 27 to be “Entrepreneurship Week” in the county. • Approved a total of nearly $70,000 in monetary claims and disbursements involving the county’s various funds. FILM, coninued from page 8 77543430 RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP concluded. “Plus, it’ll be more energy efficient than the first one.” Thomas Emery City Clerk/Treasurer School, and Ottawa and Pottawatomi basket makers. The documentary was funded by donations from various foundations, students and parents of the Goodwillie School and the Gun Lake Tribe. Black ash baskets and DVD copies of the film will be available to purchase. For more information visit www.mbpi.org, www.pigeonbaskets.com, or www.lifewaysinstitute.org Admission is $3 but those planning to attend are asked to RSVP immediately to Kevin Finney at kfinney@lifewaysinstitute.org or 616-644-3822. Celebration Cinema North is located at 2121 Celebration Dr. NE, on the East Beltline, near Knapp Street, in Grand Rapids. MINUTE TAKER WANTED The Township of Prairieville is currently accepting resumes for those interested in becoming a minute taker for Prairieville Township Board Meetings. Those interested please send resumes to Prairieville Township Hall, Jill Owens, Clerk, 10115 S. Norris, Delton, MI 49046 - (269) 623-2664. Deadline 3/8/2010. 77543525 PART-TIME WATER, WASTEWATER OPERATOR Could evolve into full-time position, wage based on experience and W/WW licenses. Must pass a drug test, possess a valid drivers license, CDL a plus. Gun Lake Area Sewer & Water Authority 12588 Marsh Road, Shelbyville, MI 49344 (269) 672-5588 07534681 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — Page 11 Barry County Farm Bureau earns Excellence in Grassroots Lobbying Award Barry County Farm Bureau is the secondever recipient of the Michigan Farm Bureau Excellence in Grassroots Lobbying Award. Introduced last year, the award recognizes outstanding grassroots lobbying efforts of a county Farm Bureau public policy committee. Representatives from the Barry County Farm Bureau accepted the award Feb. 17 at Michigan Farm Bureau’s (MFB) Lansing Legislative Seminar. In recognition of the honor, the Barry County Public Policy Committee received a traveling plaque and a $250 gift certificate for Farm Bureau apparel. County Farm Bureau public policy committees are charged with helping to implement Farm Bureau member-developed policy at the local, state and national levels. In selecting the award winner, county Farm Bureaus were judged on, among other things, their efforts to educate legislators on MFB policies, their action on priority issues and their participation in MFB state and national lobbying seminars. Members of the Barry County Farm Bureau Public Policy Committee include George Hubka of Dowling, chairman, David Chase of Hastings, Myron Kokx of Hickory Corners, Rick Lawrence of Hickory Corners, John Lenz of Hastings and Daniel Wenger of Middleville. The Barry County Farm Bureau Public Policy Committee’s commitment to providing members with multiple occasions to interact with legislators and discuss issues important to agriculture makes the county a worthy award recipient, said MFB President Wayne H. Wood. Activities have included an appropriately named “Earful with Ehlers” event in which the committee hosted U.S. Congressman Vern Ehlers (R-Grand Rapids), giving more than 20 Farm Bureau members the opportunity to provide feedback on national issues affecting local farmers. A “legislative update” meeting with state Sen. Patricia Birkholz (R-Saugatuck) and Rep. Brian Calley (R-Portland) also attracted more than 20 members and explored a variety of topics including renewable energy, property taxes, high school graduation requirements and state park funding. Calley, at the invitation of the public policy committee, again was a special guest at the BALTIMORE TOWNSHIP BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Baltimore Township Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed township budget for the fiscal year 2010-2011 at the Baltimore Township Hall located at 3100 E. Dowling Rd., Hastings, MI on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THE HEARING. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection by call the Township Supervisor, Ron Mill at 269-9455678. This notice is posted in compliance with Public Act 267 of the 1976 amended MCL 41.72a (2)(3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Baltimore Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon ten (10) days notice to the Baltimore Township Board. NOTE: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Baltimore Township Clerk by writing or calling Penelope Ypma, 6200 Henry Rd., Hastings, MI 49058. Telephone 269-945-3228. Penelope Ypma Baltimore Township Clerk Barry County Farm Bureau President Rick Lawrence (left) and George Hubka, chairman of the Barry County Farm Bureau Public Policy Committee, accept Michigan Farm Bureau’s Excellence in Grassroots Lobbying Award from MFB President Wayne H. Wood (right) Feb. 17 at the MFB Lansing Legislative Seminar in Lansing. Barry County Farm Bureau annual meeting where he provided more than 40 attendees an “insider’s view” on the legislative process and current issues at the state Capitol. Barry County’s political outreach extends beyond traditional legislative walls. Wood cited the county Farm Bureau’s involvement in a legislative breakfast sponsored by the Barry County Chamber of Commerce as an example of the organization’s successful community-based advocacy. “At the event, members were able to discuss many issues important to farmers and rural Michigan. Communicating Farm Bureau’s position on issues at this event provided other businessmen a different perspective on issues farmers deal with on an everyday basis,” said Wood. But perhaps most impressive, and telling, are the glowing endorsements from the legislators themselves, said Wood. Calley, in recommending Barry County for the award, said “Barry County Farm Bureau members have kept close watch on every bill that will impact agricultural communities, and lend me and my office their thoughts. Their depth of knowledge, accompanied with a statesmanship attitude, make them a perfect candidate for the Excellence in Grassroots Lobbying Award.” Ehlers echoed similar sentiments, stating, “I have found that I can depend on the Barry County Farm Bureau to furnish information about agricultural issues from both a state and local perspective, and I appreciate the information and legislative analysis they so willingly provide.” CITY OF HASTINGS NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW Notice is hereby given that the 2010 March Board of Review of the City of Hastings will meet in the Second Floor Conference Room at City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan for the purpose of reviewing, correcting, and equalizing the 2010 Assessment Roll. Taxpayers wishing to appeal the value assigned their property may appeal to the Board of Review in person by appointment or by letter. Taxpayers wishing to appeal in person should please telephone 945-9350 for an appointment. Letter appeals will be accepted and must be received no later than 5:00 PM March 8, 2010. Organizational Meeting: Hearing Dates: ever- dwindling supply of cannibalized parts. According to Vujea, $250,000 previously was available every year to maintain and upgrade computers at the school system, however, financial difficulties forced that amount to be reduced to $25,000 shortly after she became superintendent in 2006. “That’s very minimal and does not allow us to replace the computers,” she said. “It does not allow us to replace the servers that need to be upgraded nor to buy the software that students and the staff need to do the work that they do. ... At some point, this is going to be a problem for the district.” In addition, numerous coaching positions for Delton Kellogg Schools’ 2009-10 spring sports season were assigned by the board, including the following: Dale Grimes and Jim Hogoboom, varsity boys track; Jim Gibson and Rick Williams, varsity girls track; Ryan Bates, Mark Nabozny and Rhonda Sturgeon, middle school’s track; William Humphrey, varsity baseball team; Rod Aukerman, junior varsity baseball team; Kelly Yoder, varsity softball; Mark Keim, junior varsity softball; Kent Enyart, varsity boys golf; Jim Sprague, junior varsity boys golf; and Tracy Webster, varsity girls soccer. The board also hired Rona Haas as a paraprofessional for the alternative high school. During the meeting, exceptional contributions to the school system were recognized with the reading of “Nice Job Notes” dedicated to the following people: Jenny Bever, Robin Frolich, Diane Homister, Jodie Lugar-McManus, Paula Molitor, Becky Reed, Steve Scoville, Stephanie Stevens and Tracy Webster. Tuesday, March 2nd Tuesday, March 9th Wednesday, March 10th 1:00 PM 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM 1:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:00 to 9:00 PM Tentative factors for property assessments in the City of Hastings will be as follows: RATIO 55.78 48.03 54.04 50.00 COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL RESIDENTIAL PERSONAL DK BOARD, continued from page 1 “It’s not the only group we’re gonna’ get information from,” she said of the committee. “This is the group that’s going to help us plan a variety of other meetings, from which we will get information from all parents in the community.” Andrew Stoneburner, president of the board, echoed Talo, saying, “I’m sure we’ll have an open community forum that all parents can come and express their concerns. ... This is a big deal, and we need to be sure that everybody is aware of it.” In other business, the board heard a presentation from Thang Nguyen, director of technology for Delton Kellogg Schools. Nguyen primarily spoke about how many of the school system’s computers are in need of either replacement or upgrades, explaining that many of them are kept operational by an 77543432 FACTOR 0.8963 1.0410 0.9252 1.0000 The City of Hastings will provide necessary reasonable aids and services for individuals with disabilities upon five days notice to the City Clerk. Individuals requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the City Clerk of the City of Hastings at (269) 945-2468 or by visiting City Hall at 201 East State Street, Hastings. Jackie Timmerman City Assessor 77543278 PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW 2010 WILL BE HELD AT THE PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP HALL, 10115 S. NORRIS ROAD, DELTON MI 49046 ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: Tuesday, March 2 - Organizational Meeting - 10:00 a.m. WOODLAND TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW Woodland Township Board of Review will meet at the Woodland Township Hall, 156 S. Main St., Woodland, Michigan on March 2, 2010 to receive and review the assessment roll. Public meetings to hear assessment appeals will be held Monday, March 08, 2010, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Tuesday, March 09, 2010 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Appointments are not necessary but will be taken and given preference. For appointments call 269-367-4915 (office) or 269-367-4214 (home). Answering machine messages returned ASAP. The tentative ratios and the estimated multipliers for each class of real property for 2010 have been set by the State mandated reassessment of Woodland Twp. The taxable value multiplier for 2010 is .997. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Supervisor 7 days prior to the meeting by writing or calling Dave Bursley. 156 S. Main, Woodland, Michigan 48897. 269-367-4915 (office) or 269-367-4214 (home). 06707348 BARRY TOWNSHIP 2010/2011 BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE CITY OF HASTINGS PUBLIC NOTICE ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 454 The undersigned, being the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the City of Hastings, Michigan, does hereby certify that Ordinance No. 454 AMENDING CHAPTER 90 OF THE HASTINGS CODE OF 1970, AS AMENDED, TO AMEND THE ZONING MAP IN ORDER TO CHANGE THE ZONING OF CERTAIN PARCELS IN THE NORTHEAST SECTION OF THE CITY FROM R-R (RURAL RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT) TO R-1 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT) OR FROM R-R (RURAL RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT) TO R-1A (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT. was adopted by the City Council of the City of Hastings at a regular meeting on the 22nd of February 2010. A complete copy of this Ordinance is available for review at the office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM. Thomas Emery City Clerk 77543485 CITY OF HASTINGS PUBLIC NOTICE The Barry Township Board will hold a Public Hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2010-2011 at the Barry Township Hall on Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE THE SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection at the township office. The Barry Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon 7 days notice to the Barry Township Board. Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Barry Township Board by writing or calling the following: Barry Township Board Phone: 269-623-5171 P.O. Box #705 Fax: 269-623-8171 Delton, MI 49046 Respectfully, Debra J. Knight, Clerk 07535418 Wastewater Treatment Plant Department of Public Services Significant Noncompliance The industry below was in significant noncompliance with the City’s Industrial Pretreatment Program within the last twelve months: Michigan Department of Transportation Hastings Garage 1300 East Quimby Road Hastings, MI 49058 Violation: Failure to conduct annual sampling of lagoon as required by permit. Compliance Status: Company will be in compliance when next annual sampling event is completed. Monday, March 8 - Appeals Hearing - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Friday, March 12 - Appeals Hearing - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Friday, March 19 - Appeals Hearing - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Please call 269-623-2664 for appeals appointment or a written protest may be sent to address above and shall be received by March 19, 2010. The Board of Review will meet as many more days deemed necessary to hear appeals and equalize 2010 assessments. Tentative ratios and estimated multipliers for each class of real and personal for 2010 are as such: Agricultural Commercial Industrial Residential Personal Ratio 49.19% 57.59% 55.84% 49.28% 50.00% Multiplier 1.0165 0.8682 0.8954 1.0146 1.0000 Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Jill Ownes, Clerk, Prairieville Township, 269-623-2994 at least seven (7) days in advance of hearing appeal. Board of Review Members Lee Seguin, Jim Fish and Ken Craft. Jim Stoneburner, Secretary of Board of Review 77543213 HASTINGS CHARTER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE The Hastings Charter Township Board of Review for 2010 will be held at the Township Hall at 885 River Road, Hastings, MI 49058 on the following dates: Tuesday, March 2 Tuesday, March 9 Wednesday, March 10 Organizational Meeting Appeal Hearing Appeal Hearing 1:00pm 9-12pm & 1-4pm 1-4pm & 6-9pm The Board of Review will meet as many more days as deemed necessary to hear questions, protests, and to equalize the 2010 assessments. Written protests may be sent to the above address by Tuesday, March 9, 2010. The tentative ratios and the estimated multipliers for each class of real property and personal property for 2010 are as follows: CLASS Agricultural Commercial Industrial Residential Personal Developmental RATIO 54.01% 47.29% 50.00% 54.38% 50% None in class MULTIPLIER 0.9258 1.0573 .9806 .9195 Jim Brown, Supervisor Hastings Charter Township Ph. 269-948-9690 The annual public notification of all industries in significant noncompliance is a requirement of 40 CFR Part 403.8 (f) (2) (viii) of the General Pretreatment Regulations of the Clean Water Act. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the township clerk at least seven (7) days in advance of the hearing. Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act) MCLA41.72a(2)(3) and with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). 77543470 77543009 �Page 12 — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES SYNOPSIS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Budget Workshop February 11, 2010 Supervisor J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 4:10 p.m. Present: Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Treasurer D. Newhouse, Trustee J. Grundy and Trustee B. Miller. No guest present. Pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence for our troops. Agenda was approved. Minutes were presented to the Board and approved as corrected. Budget workshop discussion. Approved a corporate credit card for Pine Lake Fire Department a maximum balance of $1000.00. Approved a corporate credit card for Prairieville Township Board with a maximum balance of $1000.00. Approved a minute taker to take and write minutes at the Prairieville Township Board Meeting. Meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by: 77543459 Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Frederic J Saintamour Jr., a married man and Leslie Saintamour, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 12, 2005, and recorded on April 19, 2005 in instrument 1145100, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S. Bank National Association, As Trustee, For The Benefit Of Harborview 2005-3 Trust Fund as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seven Hundred Sixty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-One And 16/100 Dollars ($768,491.16), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 38 of Algonquin North Shore Subdivision, according to the recorded Plat thereto as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 50 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542933 File #292719F01 THE DETROIT LEGAL NEWS - 1409 Allen Road, Troy, Michigan 48083-4003 SHORT FORECLOSURE NOTICE - Barry COUNTY SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)5397400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by JACK GRIZZLE and NANCY GRIZZLE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated July 18, 2007, and recorded on July 25, 2007, in Document No. 20070725-0000117, and assigned by said mortgagee to Arch Bay Holdings, LLC - Series 2009B, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eighty-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Nine Dollars and Ninety Cents ($288,939.90), including interest at 7.750% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o'clock, on March 18, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 1, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 673.66 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 1; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG AN INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE OF THE SHORE OF CROOKED LAKE THE FOLLOWING COURSES: NORTH 11 DEGREES 53 MINUTES 08 SECONDS EAST 76.89 FEET; THENCE NORTH 41 DEGREES 36 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 97.80 FEET; THENCE NORTH 55 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 17 SECONDS EAST 146.13 FEET; THENCE NORTH 26 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 170.72 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID TRAVERSE LINE NORTH 26 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 5.31 FEET; THENCE NORTH 62 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 54 SECONDS EAST 73.27 FEET; THENCE NORTH 77 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 06 SECONDS EAST 215.35 FEET; THENCE NORTH 31 DEGREES 25 MINUTES 32 SECONDS EAST 80.00 FEET TO THE END OF SAID TRAVERSE LINE; THENCE NORTH 50 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 06 SECONDS WEST 186.82 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 83 DEGREES 12 MINUTES 55 SECONDS WEST 308.19 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG AN INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE OF THE SHORE OF CROOKED LAKE THE FOLLOWING COURSES; SOUTH 39 DEGREES 26 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 158.31 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 25 DEGREES 49 SYNOPSIS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Budget Workshop February 15, 2010 Supervisor J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. Present: Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Treasurer D. Newhouse, Trustee J. Grundy and Trustee B. Miller. No guest present. Pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence for our troops. Agenda was approved. Minutes were presented to the Board and approved as written. Supervisor Stoneburner discussed Barry Mitchell’s bill. Budget workshop discussion. Meeting adjourned at 4:50 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by: 77543461 Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE: Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage by Timothy E. Allwardt and Lucinda D. Allwardt, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Kellogg Community Federal Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated March 18, 2008, and recorded on March 28, 2008, at Instrument No. 1143251, in Barry County records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty Thousand Five Hundred Eighty and 87/100 ($20,580.87), including interest at 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the lobby of the Barry County Circuit Court Building, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 1, 2010. Said premises is situated in the Village of Nashville, County of Barry, Michigan, and described as: Lots 42 and 43 and the North 12 feet of lot 41 of O.A. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof. PPN: 08-52-180-000-043-00 More Commonly Known As: 418 Phillips St., Nashville, MI 49073 The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 23, 2010 For more information, please call: KELLOGG COMMUNITY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Mark D. Hofstee (P66001) Bolhouse, Vander Hulst, Risko, Baar & Lefere, P.C. Grandville State Bank Building 3996 Chicago Drive SW Grandville MI 49418-1384 (616) 531-7711 77543504 MINUTES 43 SECONDS WEST 103.21 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 65 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 09 SECONDS WEST 24.37 FEET TO THE END OF SAID TRAVERSE LINE; THENCE SOUTH 82 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST 98.15 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, INCLUDING LANDS LYING BETWEEN SAID INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE AND THE WATERS OF CROOKED LAKE AS LIMITED BY THE SIDE LINES OF SAID PARCEL EXTENDED TO THE WATERS EDGE. MORE CORRECTLY DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 1, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 673.86 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 1; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG AN INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE OF THE SHORE OF CROOKED LAKE THE FOLLOWING COURSES: NORTH 11 DEGREES 53 MINUTES 08 SECONDS EAST 76.89 FEET; THENCE NORTH 41 DEGREES 36 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 97.80 FEET; THENCE NORTH 55 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 17 SECONDS EAST 146.13 FEET; THENCE NORTH 26 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 170.72 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID TRAVERSE LINE NORTH 26 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 5.31 FEET; THENCE NORTH 62 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 54 SECONDS EAST 73.27 FEET; THENCE NORTH 77 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 06 SECONDS EAST 215.35 FEET; THENCE NORTH 31 DEGREES 25 MINUTES 32 SECONDS EAST 80.00 FEET TO THE END OF SAID TRAVERSE LINE; THENCE NORTH 50 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 06 SECONDS WEST 186.82 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 83 DEGREES 12 MINUTES 55 SECONDS WEST 308.19 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG AN INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE OF THE SHORE OF CROOKED LAKE THE FOLLOWING COURSES; SOUTH 39 DEGREES 26 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 158.31 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 25 DEGREES 49 MINUTES 43 SECONDS WEST 103.21 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 65 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 09 SECONDS WEST 24.37 FEET TO THE END OF SAID TRAVERSE LINE; THENCE SOUTH 82 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST 98.15 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, INCLUDING LANDS LYING BETWEEN SAID INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE AND THE WATERS OF CROOKED LAKE AS LIMITED BY THE SIDE LINES OF SAID PARCEL EXTENDED TO THE WATERS EDGE. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 Arch Bay Holdings, LLC - Series 2009B Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 ASAP# 3452530 02/18/2010, 02/25/2010, 03/04/2010, 03/11/2010 SYNOPSIS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Budget Workshop February 4, 2010 Supervisor J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. Present: Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Trustee J. Grundy and Trustee B. Miller. Absent: Treasurer D. Newhouse. No guest present. Pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence to our troops. Agenda was approved. Minutes were presented to the Board and approved as written. Budget workshop discussion. Meeting adjourned at 5:58 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by: Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor 77543455 SYNOPSIS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Budget Workshop February 8, 2010 Supervisor J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 3:05 p.m. Present: Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Trustee J. Grundy and Trustee B. Miller. Absent: Treasurer D. Newhouse. No guest present. Pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence for our troops. Agenda was approved. Minutes were presented to the Board and approved as written. Budget workshop discussion. Meeting adjourned at 6:14 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by: Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor 77543457 STATE OF MICHIGAN COUNTY OF BARRY PUBLICATION OF NOTICE TO CREDITORS DECEDENT’S TRUST ESTATE Decedent: Stuart J. Benedict a/k/a Stuart John Benedict. Date of Birth: 05/04/1927. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Stuart J. Benedict a/k/a Stuart John Benedict, who lived at 10915 Gun Lake Road, Middleville, Michigan died January 6, 2010. There is to probate estate. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the Stuart J. Benedict Trust Agreement dated August 6, 1992, as amended, will be forever barred unless presented to: Joyce K. Benedict, the named Successor Trustee within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: February 15, 2010 Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone John G. VanSlambrouck P32968 277 South Rose Street-Suite 5000 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 269-383-5829 Joyce K. Benedict 10915 Gun Lake Road Middleville, MI 49333 77543311 (269) 795-3882 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by THOMAS R. SIMMONS and NATASHA M. SIMMONS, husband and wife (collectively, "Mortgagor"), to SAND RIDGE BANK, an Indiana corporation, of PO Box 598, Schereville, Indiana 46375, dated March 29, 2005, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on March 30, 2005, as instrument number 1143491 (the “Mortgage”). First Financial Bank, N.A., was the successor by consolidation to Sand Ridge Bank, and subsequently assigned the Mortgage to Chemical Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, of 2185 Three Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 ("Mortgagee"), by the terms of a Branch Purchase and Assumption Agreement dated May 11, 2006, and a Bill of Sale dated August 18, 2006, as further evidenced by an Assignment of Mortgage dated November 25, 2009, recorded December 10, 2009 as instrument number 200912100011913. By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Fifty Six Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety Nine and 26/100 Dollars ($56,899.26). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 4th day of March, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: The North 1/2 of Lots 4 and 5, Block 7 of H.J. Kenfield's Addition, according to the recorded Plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 9 Together with all the improvements erected on the real estate, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures a part of the property, and all replacements and additions. Commonly known as: 501 S. Dibble Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.P. #08-55-235-034-00 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor's heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned. Dated: February 4, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77542625 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE No. 10-25, 491-DE Estate of VERNON LEE HAYES. Date of Birth: March 31, 1944. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, VERNON LEE HAYES, who lived at 4550 ECKERT ROAD, IRVING, MICHIGAN died December 4, 2009. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to LINDA HAYES, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 WEST COURT, SUITE 302, HASTINGS, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: February 17, 2010 DAVID H. TRIPP P29290 206 SOUTH BROADWAY HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 945-9585 LINDA HAYES 4550 ECKERT ROAD FREEPORT, MI 49325 (616) 893-4509 77543423 SYNOPSIS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP BUDGET HEARING MEETINGS February 18, 2010 Supervisor J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Treasurer D. Newhouse, Trustee J. Grundy and Trustee B. Miller. Five guests present. Pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence for our troops. Agenda was approved as corrected. Minutes were presented to the Board and approved as written. Public Comments were heard. Resolution for 2010/2011 General Appropriations Act was adopted. Resolution for 2010/2011 Personal Pay schedule was adopted. Approved to pay Wyoming Asphalt $13,377.50 for the remaining of the Heystek contract for the Ford Point Road Project. Approved to pay Professional Collision Repair $1701.00 for Crown Vic Police car repair. Approved to pay Rebecca Harvey $800.00. Public Comments were heard. Meeting adjourned at 9:31 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by: 77543523 Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. Notwithstanding, if the debt secured by this property was discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is NOT an attempt to collect that debt. You are presently in default under your Mortgage Security Agreement, and the Mortgage Holder may be contemplating the commencement of foreclosure proceedings under the terms of that Agreement and Michigan law. You have no legal obligation to pay amounts due under the discharged note. A loan modification may not serve to revive that obligation. However, in the event you wish to explore options that may avert foreclosure, please contact our office at the number listed below. Attention: The following notice shall apply only if the property encumbered by the mortgage described below is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.7cc. Attention Edwin L Kidder and Shay L Kidder, regarding the property at 727 E. Clinton St. Hastings, MI 49058. You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. is the designee with authority to make agreements under MCL 600.3205b and MCL 600.3205c, and can be contacted at: 811 South Blvd., Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123. You may also contact a housing counselor. For more information, contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) by visiting www.michigan.gov/mshda or calling (866) 946-7432. If you request a meeting with Potestivo & Associates, P.C.within 14 days after the notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not commence until at least 90 days after the date said notice was mailed. If an agreement to modify the mortgage loan is reached and you abide by the terms of the agreement, the mortgage will not be foreclosed. You have the right to contact an attorney and can obtain contact information through the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738. Dated:February 25, 2010. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 248) 844-5123 information may be faxed to (248)267-3004, Attention: Loss Mitigation 77543468 Our File No: 10-21514 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darla L Slumkoski, a single woman individual, original mortgagor(s), to Arbor Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007, and recorded on June 6, 2007 in instrument 1181356, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Nine And 94/100 Dollars ($120,399.94), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 4 rods East of the Southeast corner of lot 45 of the Village of Delton, for place of beginning; thence East 8 rods; thence North 4 rods; thence West 8 rods; thence South 4 rods to place of beginning, all being in the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of section 5, Town 1 North, Range 9 West The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543434 File #276109F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gloria A. Mann, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 26, 2005, and recorded on September 12, 2005 in instrument 1152639, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Four Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Two And 08/100 Dollars ($104,982.08), including interest at 7.65% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of section 16, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 46 seconds East 1321.46 feet along the East-West 1/4 line of said section 16 to the Northwest corner of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said section 16 and the Place of Beginning; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 46 seconds East along said 1/4 line, 250.40 feet; thence South 14 degrees 52 minutes 57 seconds West 327.22 feet to the centerline of Mill Road; thence North 46 degrees 53 minutes 57 seconds West 228.20 feet along said centerline; thence North 00 degrees 05 minutes 43 seconds East along the West line of said East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, 161.35 feet to the Place of Beginning. Subject to an easement for public Highway Purposes over the Southwesterly 33 feet thereof For Mill Road. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 88543473 File #289357F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Matthew A. Jackson, a married man and Hiedi G. Jackson, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 24, 2002, and recorded on May 31, 2002 in instrument 1081492, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Thousand Two Hundred Thirteen And 53/100 Dollars ($85,213.53), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 corner of said Section 26; thence South 00 degrees 23 minutes 13 seconds West 1807.69 feet, along the North and South 1/4 line to the point of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 55 seconds East 402.46 feet; thence South 00 degrees 22 minutes 42 seconds West 243.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 55 seconds West 402.58 feet; thence North 00 degrees 23 minutes 13 seconds East 243.00 feet along the North and South 1/4 line to point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543145 File #304303F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bryan A. Hughes AKA Bryan Hughes, A Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 7, 2007, and recorded on August 15, 2007 in instrument 20070815-0000938, and modified by agreement dated May 12, 2009, and recorded on July 10, 2009 in instrument 200907100007186, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand One Hundred Forty-Nine And 52/100 Dollars ($121,149.52), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a Point on the East and West 1/4 Line of Section 15, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, distant North 89 Degrees 56 Minutes 29 Seconds East 2416.04 Feet from the West 1/4 corner of said section, thence North 00 Degrees 11 Minutes 58 Seconds West 435.00 Feet, thence North 89 Degrees 56 Minutes 29 Seconds East 248.83 Feet to the North and South 1/4 line of said Section, thence South 00 Degrees 11 Minutes 58 Seconds East 435.00 Feet along said North and South 1/4 line to the Center 1/4 Corner of said section, Thence South 89 Degrees 56 Minutes 29 Seconds West 248.83 Feet along said East and West 1/4 line to the Point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543398 File #303317F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage executed by Alden Vincent, a single man, Mortgagors, to the Eaton Federal Savings Bank of Charlotte, Eaton County, Michigan, a corporation organized under the laws of the United States, Mortgagee, dated February 15, 2006 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on February 22, 2006 in Liber 1160454, Pages 1-10, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due on February 11, 2010, for principal, interest, late charges and delinquent escrow balance, the sum of Seventy Eight Thousand Sixty One and 26/100 Dollars, ($78,061.26), and said Mortgagee having elected to declare all sums secured by said Mortgage immediately due and payable because of the several defaults of the Mortgagors and no proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, the said Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction to the highest bidder, at the East steps of the Circuit Court Building, 206 W. State St., Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on March 18, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock, local time in the afternoon of said day, and said premises will be sold to pay the amount then due on said Mortgage, together with Six and One Eighth, (6.125%) percent per annum interest, legal costs, attorney fees and also any taxes, insurance premiums and any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned Mortgagee which it deemed necessary to pay to protect its interest in the premises, which said premises are described in said Mortgage as follows, to wit: Beginning at the Southwest Corner of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 8 West; thence North 450 feet along the West line of said East 1/2; thence East 230 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 15; thence South 450 feet parallel with said West line to the South line of said Section 15; thence West 230 feet along said South line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for Public Highway purposes over the Southerly 33 feet thereof for Maple Grove Road, Baltimore Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period will be Six (6) months from the time of such sale unless the property is deemed abandoned according to MCL600.3201 to 600.3280, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days. EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK A Federally Chartered Savings Bank 236 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 77542969 Dated: February 11, 2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carole Jean Garlinger aka Carole J Garlinger, A Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 9, 2006, and recorded on March 23, 2006 in instrument 1161611, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2006-HE4 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Two And 85/100 Dollars ($100,752.85), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 8 Fuller Heights, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 49, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543404 File #305473F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard C Lampman, and Leslie Lampman, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2005, and recorded on October 25, 2005 in instrument 1155139, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand Six Hundred Two And 26/100 Dollars ($119,602.26), including interest at 6.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the center of Banfield Road at a point distant Southeasterly along same 1219.1 feet from the North line of Section 33, Town 1 North, range 8 West; thence South 65 degrees 16 minutes East 156.8 feet; thence West 371.6 feet; thence North 1 degree 58 minutes west 132 feet; thence North 88 degrees 02 minutes East 311.2 feet to beginning. Also commencing at the center of Banfield road Southeasterly 1219.1 feet from the North line of Section 33, town 1 North, Range 8 West; thence South 88 degrees 02 minutes west 311.2 feet; thence North 1 degree 58 minutes West 27 feet; thence North 83 degrees 08 minutes east 290.67 feet; thence South 65 degrees 16 minutes East 56.21 feet to beginning. Parcel 2: Part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 1 North Range 8 West, described as commencing at the Northwest corner of said Section 33; thence South 89 degrees 36 minutes 35 seconds East along the North line of said Section 33, 1330.81 feet to the centerline of Banfield Road; thence South 27 degrees 56 minutes 12 seconds East 423.99 feet along said centerline; thence 249.68 feet along said centerline and the arc of a curve to the left whose radius is 2003.24 feet and whose chord bears South 37 degrees 30 minutes 26 seconds East 249.51 feet; thence South 35 degrees 04 minutes 40 seconds east 492.24 feet along said centerline; thence South 71 degrees 46 minutes 54 seconds West 292.71 feet to the Point of beginning; thence South 13 degrees 29 minutes 22 seconds East 93.00 feet; thence South 74 degrees 22 minutes 45 seconds West 106.00 feet; thence North 07 degrees 38 minutes 13 seconds West 89.39 feet; thence North 71 degrees 46 minutes 54 seconds East 97.15 feet to the Point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543224 File #304359F01 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Loren McVay and Brenda McVay 619 S Church Street Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: February 25, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 241.8389 77543441 ASAP# 3458198 02/25/2010 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Thomas M. Walsh and Juanita ManningWalsh 10245 4 Mile Road Plainwell, MI 49080 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: February 25, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 241.5076 ASAP# 3458239 02/25/2010 7753439 Circuit Court Sale Case No. 09-366-CH Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C. is a debt collector, and we are attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Judicial Sale in Pursuance and by virtue of a Judgment of the Circuit Court of the County of Barry, State of Michigan, made and entered on the 19th day of November A.D. 2009, in a certain cause therein pending, wherein TCF National Bank, a national banking association, was the Plaintiff, and William F. Quick, an individual, and Birgit H. Quick, an individual, were the Defendants, Notice is hereby given that I shall sell at public auction to the highest bidder at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Barry County, Michigan (that being the building in which the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held) on Thursday, the 11th day of March A.D. 2010 at one o’clock p.m., (1:00 P.M.) Eastern Standard Time, on the said day, the following described property, viz: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Maple Grove, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan as described as follows, to-wit: Commencing 264 feet East of the Southwest corner of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 7 West; thence East 270 feet; thence North 165 feet; thence West 270 feet; thence South 165 feet to the point of beginning. Tax I.D. No. 10-015-100-00 This property may be redeemed during the six (6) months following the date of sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 Pamela Jarvis Barry County Clerk Drafted by : Attorney for Plaintiff Michael J. Thomas, Esq. Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C. 1425 Ford Building, 615 Griswold Street Detroit, Michigan 48226 (313) 963-1301 77542382 (1-21)(3-4) Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jacqueline L. Thompson, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to ICNB Mortgage Company, L.L.C., Mortgagee, dated April 3, 2004, and recorded on April 17, 2007 in instrument 1179379, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty And 64/100 Dollars ($68,980.64), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: North 1/2 of Lots 4 and 5, Block 8 of Dan Striker's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543450 File #306226F01 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Scott R. Wolcott and Heather R. Wolcott, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store, Mortgagee, dated the 23rd day of December, 1998 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 11th day of January, 1999 in Liber Document No. 1023541 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to Wachovia Bank, NA on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Sixty Two Thousand Sixty Five & 36/100 ($62065.36), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 4th day of March, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 11.850% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: A parcel of Land located in the North 1/2 of Section 29, T3N, R8W, described as follows: Beginning at a point which lies South 258.08 feet and West 22.08 feet from the North 1/4 post of said section 29; thence South 2 degrees 47' 30" West 134.67 feet; thence North 87 degrees 12' 30" West 138 feet; thence North 4 degrees 39' 30" East 128.75 feet; thence South 89 degrees 45' 30" East 134 feet to the point of beginning, Barry County Records. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 2/4/2010 Wachovia Bank, NA Mortgagee FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Wachovia Bank, NA 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 HE Wolcott 77542611 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Kevin J. Tava and Jeannie Tava, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS), Mortgagee, dated the 8th day of March, 2005 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 23rd day of August, 2005 in Liber Instrument No. 1143105 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty Eight Thousand Three Hundred Seventy Six & 61/100 ($128376.61), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 18th day of March, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 10.250% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 2/18/2010 THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 BOA Tava 77543260 SYNOPSIS RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING FEBRUARY 10, 2010 -7:30 P.M. Regular meeting called to order and Pledge of Allegiance. Present: Flint, Greenfield, Bellmore, Hawthorne, Lee, Carr, Hanshaw Absent: None Approved the Agenda as presented. Approved the Consent Agenda as presented. Podunk Lake Weed Assessment, Resolution # 2010-121, Creating the Special Assessment District was postponed until next month's regular board meeting on March 10, 2010. Accepted a bid from Slagel Construction for an ADA compliant sidewalk & ramp at the township hall. Accepted Ordinance #2010-137, Ordinance Code Adoption Ordinance for second reading and adoption by roll call vote. Approved the Algonquin Lake Fireworks Permit for 2010. Board went into Closed Session to discuss the pending litigation at 9:40pm. Township Board meeting reconvened at 10:35pm. Township Board instructed Attorney Rolfe to file the appropriate documents for an appeal of the Court of Appeals decision to the Michigan Supreme Court by roll call vote. Meeting Adjourned at 10:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Attested to by, Jim Carr, Supervisor 77543331 www.rutlandtownship.org THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kathy Ann Parker, an unmarried woman, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 23, 2007 and recorded October 30, 2007 in Instrument Number 20071030-0003636, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Eight and 25/100 Dollars ($85,938.25) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 17, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan; thence East 1267 feet; thence South 89 degrees 26 minutes East, 516 feet for a place of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 26 minutes East, 165 feet; thence South 200 feet; thence North 89 degrees 26 minutes West, 165 feet; thence North 200 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 11, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.5762 ASAP# 3437270 02/11/2010, 02/18/2010, 77542860 02/25/2010, 03/04/2010 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT; ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW. ATTENTION POTENTIAL PURCHASERS AT FORECLOSURE SALE: In the case of resolution prior to or simultaneously with the aforementioned foreclosure sale, Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) may rescind this sale at any time prior to the end of the redemption period. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited to the return of your bid amount tendered at the sale, plus interest. Default having occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by April L. Monroe, ("Debtors") to Ionia Manufactured Housing, In, Country Homes of Ionia, dated February 18, 1998, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry in the State of Michigan on March 17, 1998, in Document Number 1008983, et. seq., said Mortgage being last assigned to Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) ("Green Tree"), by Mortgage Assignment dated March 2, 1998, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry in the State of Michigan on April 22, 1998, in Document Number 1010756, et. seq., on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due as of the date of this Notice the sum of $50,520.00, which amount may or may not be the entire indebtedness owed by Debtors to Green Tree together with interest at 8.75 percent per annum. NOW THEREFORE, Notice is hereby given that the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative and that pursuant to that power of sale and MCL 600.3201 et. seq., on April 1, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., on the East steps of the Circuit Court Building in Hastings, Michigan, that being the place for holding the Circuit Court and/or for conducting such foreclosure sales for the County of Barry, there will be offered at public sale, the premises, or some part thereof, described in said Mortgage as follows, to-wit: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF CASTLETON, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN, IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: THE WEST 300 FEET OF THE EAST 795 FEET OF THE NORTH 1075 FEET OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 10, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST. which also includes any interest Green Tree may have in the 1997 Four Seasons Mobile Home, Serial Number WD400055. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of sale unless the property is established to be abandoned pursuant to MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of sale or fifteen (15) days from the date the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(b) was posted and mailed. Dated: February 17, 2010 Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) By: DONALD A. BRANDT(P30183) BRANDT, FISHER, ALWARD & ROY, P.C. Attorneys for Green Tree 1241 E. Eighth Street, P.O. Box 5817 Traverse City, Michigan 49696-5817 (231) 941-9660 77543334 File No.: 6140.0758 �Page 14 — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Phillip Wirtz, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 5191 Assyria Rd, Nashville, MI 49073-9704. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 19, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 19, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543308 File # 311273F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Harvey F. Leaf aka Harvey Leaf, a married man, Dawn C. Leaf, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Independent Mortgage Co. South MI, Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2005, and recorded on October 21, 2005 in instrument 1154961, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Two Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Three And 34/100 Dollars ($172,643.34), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 20 acres of the East 40 acres of the West 100 acres of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 1 North, Range 7 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542921 File #291581F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tyson G Geib, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 17, 2005, and recorded on March 18, 2005 in instrument 1142934, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Two And 45/100 Dollars ($94,482.45), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as; Commencing 4 rods West of the Northwest corner of the intersection of Lem Paul and Main Street; thence West along the North line of Main Street 4 rods; thence North 8 rods; thence East 4 rods; thence South 8 rods to the point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543377 File #306057F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHARLES HARRIS and SHELIA HARRIS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated November 8, 2006, and recorded on November 28, 2006, in Document No. 1173180, and assigned by said mortgagee to PROVIDENT FUNDING ASSOCIATES, L.P., as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Six Thousand One Hundred Forty-Two Dollars and Five Cents ($146,142.05), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on March 11, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 74 OF ALGONQUIN ESTATES, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 4 OF PLATS ON PAGE 22. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 PROVIDENT FUNDING ASSOCIATES, L.P. Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77542998 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on May 16, 2005, by LAURIE S. HALLIFAX-GREER and ROBERT J. GREER, wife and husband, as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on May 23, 2005, in Instrument No. 1146898 (the “Mortgage”), on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of Ninety Four Thousand One Hundred Eighty One and 73/100 Dollars ($94,181.73), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, March 4, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN: LOT 6, BLOCK 3, DANIEL STRIKER’S ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. Commonly known as 305 E. Grant St., Hastings, Michigan. The length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of the sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77542792 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Vern Peck, a married man, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated April 11, 2008 and recorded April 17, 2008 in Instrument Number 20080417-0004200, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Four Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Eight and 65/100 Dollars ($104,868.65) including interest at 9.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 25, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 5, Whispering Pines Condominiums, a Condominium according to the Master Deed recorded as Instrument Number 1161230, and any amendments thereto, and designated as Barry County Subdivision Plan Number 46, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 25, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.6029 ASAP# 3459939 02/25/2010, 03/04/2010, 77543472 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mike Williams and Angela L. Williams AKA Angela Williams, husband and wife, to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 23, 2006 and recorded July 11, 2006 in Instrument Number 1167040, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee in trust for, Argent Securities Inc. Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-M2, under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated August 1, 2006 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Fifty and 06/100 Dollars ($144,050.06) including interest at 8.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lots 9 and 10 of Block 6 of Daniel Striker's Addition to the City formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 11 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 356.3387 ASAP# 3428734 02/04/2010, 02/11/2010, 02/18/2010, 02/25/2010 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Ryan Walker, a.k.a. Ryan M. Walker and Mary H. Walker, husband and wife have defaulted on a Mortgage for the real property known as: 12189 Oakwood Shores St, Wayland, MI 49348 This Notice is to inform you that you have the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage serv¬icer. The Real Estate Default Group of Weltman, Weinberg & Reis, Co., L.P.A., has been designated by them as the person to con¬tact who has authority to determine your eligibility for a mortgage modification. Ryan Walker and Mary H. Walker may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michi¬gan State Housing Development Author¬ity's (MSHDA) website at www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at (866) 946-7432. That if Ryan M. Walker and Mary H. Walker request a meeting with the person designated above, within 14 days, foreclosure proceedings will not commence until 90 days after the date a notice was mailed to them. That if Ryan M. Walker and Mary H. Walker and the designated person reach an agreement to modify the mort¬gage loan, the mortgage will not be fore¬closed if Ryan M. Walker and Mary H. Walker abide by the terms of the agreement. Ryan M. Walker and Mary H. Walker have the right to contact an attor¬ney. You may contact the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer referral service (800) 968-0738. Dated: February 25, 2010 By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77543494 WWR# 10032809 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael S. Irish, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Chase Bank USA, NA, Mortgagee, dated October 4, 2007, and recorded on October 10, 2007 in instrument 20071010-0002917, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-Two And 58/100 Dollars ($334,732.58), including interest at 8.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 61 and 62 of Arnett's Resort at Mill Lake, Johnstown Township, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2, Page 33 of Plats, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542938 File #230738F02 77542617 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kevin Jon Neff and Jennifer M Neff, original mortgagor(s), to Bank of America, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 17, 2002, and recorded on September 20, 2002 in instrument 1087822, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred TwentyFive And 77/100 Dollars ($78,825.77), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 9, 10 and 11 in Block 7 Keeler Brothers Addition to the Village of Middleville, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543478 File #306898F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Leslie Antcliffe, A Married Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 8, 2006, and recorded on March 8, 2006 in instrument 1161057, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-One Thousand Five Hundred Ninety-Nine And 24/100 Dollars ($191,599.24), including interest at 4% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2, Boulder Creek Estates, according to the Recorded plat thereof in Liber 6 of Plats, on Page 23 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #302478F01 77542783 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Kirk D Ziegler and Jody R Ziegler, Husband and Wife to Option One Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated December 17, 2004 and recorded January 5, 2005 in Instrument # 1139717 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2005-OPT1, by assignment dated December 15, 2008 and recorded December 22, 2008in Instrument # 200812220011966 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Three Dollars and Eighty-Two Cents ($123,683.82) including interest 7.4% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on March 4, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 296, Al-Con-Quin Lake Resort Properties Unit No. 2, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in liber 2 of Plats, Page 63, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 2696 Quakezik St, Hastings MI 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 2/04/2010 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2005-OPT1, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 09-12385 77542813 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott K. Pearson, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 9, 2005, and recorded on June 17, 2005 in instrument 1148217, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Thirteen And 51/100 Dollars ($96,913.51), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 58 feet off and from the Northside of the South one half of Lots 1012 and 1013 of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof subject to easements, reservations, restrictions and limitations of record, if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543392 File #290225F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gerrin L. Gonsalves and Sonya Gonsalves, married, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 19, 2007, and recorded on December 6, 2007 in instrument 20071206-0004921, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Three And 33/100 Dollars ($106,983.33), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots No. 1 and 2, Block 35, Eastern Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, excepting therefrom the North 74 feet The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542844 File #286360F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rita Kay Ferguson and William Mitchell Ferguson aka Will Mitchell Ferguson, wife and husband, to Long Beach Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated April 21, 2003 and recorded May 5, 2003 in Instrument Number 1103504, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 20034 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-One and 89/100 Dollars ($116,921.89) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 4, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 610 feet East of Northwest corner, Northeast one-quarter, Northeast one-quarter Section 29, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, thence South 800.97 feet for Point of Beginning; thence South 454 feet; thence East 600 feet; thence North 454 feet; thence West 600 feet to Point of Beginning. Including an easement 66 feet wide to commencing at a point 610 feet East of Northwest corner Northeast one-quarter Northeast one-quarter Section 29, thence South 800.97 feet; thence East 66 feet; thence North 800.97 feet; thence West 66 feet to Point of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 362.7195 ASAP# 3433425 02/04/2010, 02/11/2010, 02/18/2010, 02/25/2010 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — Page 15 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Renee M. Possett and J. Todd Possett, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 376 Ravens Way Dr, Middleville, MI 49333-8300. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 19, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 19, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543305 File # 311579F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Dale B Vandermeer and Annette L Vandermeer, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 610 S Bassett Lake Rd, Middleville, MI 49333-9244. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 22, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 22, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543448 File # 311911F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Martin L Shaneck and Tracy J Shaneck, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6429 Britten Dr, Plainwell, MI 490808210. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 19, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 19, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543302 File # 311559F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Larry McMillan and Cheryl McMillan, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6717 Amber Ridge Dr, Middleville, MI 49333-8216. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 23, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 23, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543483 File # 312383F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Brownell and Kathleen Brownell, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 29, 2009, and recorded on May 6, 2009 in instrument 20090506-0004919, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Seven And 77/100 Dollars ($155,747.77), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 19, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Section 19; thence West 1320.75 feet to the place of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 38 minutes West 247.50 feet; thence West 726.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes East 247.50 feet; thence East 726.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543246 File #304057F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Russell M. Peasley, a married man, to Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis, Mortgagee, dated November 19, 2004 and recorded December 15, 2004 in Instrument Number 1138757, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Nine Hundred NinetyNine and 83/100 Dollars ($107,999.83) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 25, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest one-quarter of Section 25, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of said Section 25, distant North 00 degrees 16 minutes 09 seconds East 931.62 feet from the Southwest corner of said Section 25; thence North 00 degrees 16 minutes 09 seconds East 220.00 feet along said West Section line; thence North 88 degrees 38 minutes 54 seconds East 650.32 feet; thence South 00 degrees 41 minutes 27 seconds West 220.05 feet; thence South 88 degrees 38 minutes 54 seconds West 648.70 feet to the point of beginning. This property contains a 1999 Crystal Valley Patriot mobile home with serial number CV819ABIN The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 25, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.5198 ASAP# 3458689 02/25/2010, 03/04/2010, 77543443 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darin W. Johnson and Cheryl L. Johnson, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 9, 2002, and recorded on August 16, 2002 in instrument 1085796, and rerecorded on September 4, 2002 in instrument 1086730, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-One And 44/100 Dollars ($127,731.44), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 all in Block 4 of Sandy Beach Park according to the Recorded Plat thereof as Recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 18 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543133 File #292027F03 SYNOPSIS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Regular Meeting February 10, 2010 Supervisor J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Treasurer D. Newhouse, Trustee J. Grundy and Trustee B. Miller. Also present were 10 guests. Pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence for our troops. Agenda was approved as amended. Minutes were presented to the Board and approved as corrected. Correspondence reported. Barry County Commissioners Report given. Public comments were received. Fire Departments reports received and placed on file. Approved purchase of Michelin tires for amount of $1,672.00. Police Department report received and place on file. Treasurer Report was received. Clerk’s report was received. Approved payment of bills. Motions approved to accept the service contract from IT Right for one year for $2,000.00 with the condition of they have insurance. Resolution to adopt poverty exemption income guidelines and asset test was adopted. Motion approved to have Pride Care as primary and Life Care as Secondary service and send a copy of minute to Phyllis Fuller of 911 Board. Motion approved to have Burnham Insurance be the Agent for Priority Health Insurance. Budget Hearing and Meetings were set for: Budget Workshop 2/11/2010 at 4:00; Budget Workshop 2/15/2010 at 1:00 and Budget Hearing 2/18/2010 at 7:00. Motion approved to accept Tahoe bid for the amount of $1700.00. Motion approved to reappoint Lee Sequin to Board of Review to 12/31/2010. Motion approved to reappoint Jim Fish and Ken Craft to Board of Review to 13/31/2011. Public comments were received. Supervisor Stoneburner, Treasurer Newhouse, Clerk Owens, Trustee Grundy, and Trustee Miller comments received. Meeting adjourned at 8:52 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by: Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor 77543421 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kevin McDonnell, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Member First Mortgage, LLC., Mortgagee, dated May 15, 2006, and recorded on May 23, 2006 in instrument 1164989, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Rivertown Community Federal Credit Union as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Seven And 27/100 Dollars ($90,997.27), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: commencing at the 1/8 corner on the North side of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 15: Thence South on the 1/8 line 775 feet to an iron stake at the Shore of Long Lake; Thence North 60 3/4 degrees East 75 feet for the place of beginning; Thence North 60 3/4 degrees East along the Shore of Long Lake 200 feet; Thence North 4 1/2 degrees West 140.6 feet; Thence South 60 1/4 degrees West 200 feet; Thence South 4 1/2 degrees East 139 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #300085F01 77542799 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Samantha Seume and Richard S. Seume aka Richard S. Seume II, wife and husband, separate property, original mortgagor(s), to Arbor Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated November 30, 2005, and recorded on December 14, 2005 in instrument 1157656, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-Eight And 13/100 Dollars ($103,738.13), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 537 feet of the West 50 acres of the South 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 26, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan; except 471 feet East and West by 30 feet North and South out of the Southeast corner of the West 50 acres of the South 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 26. Michigan: Make: Fairmont, Year: 1999, Manufacturers Serial Number: MV 00112430413 Affidavit of Affixture of Manufactured Home Recorded 7/19/2006 Instrument number 1167353 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543383 File #306372F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Howard Bowersox, Jr., a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 14, 2007, and recorded on June 29, 2007 in instrument 1182431, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Corporation (USA) as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Five Hundred Twenty-Nine And 17/100 Dollars ($102,529.17), including interest at 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 7, Whispering Pines Condominium, a site condominium according to the Master Deed thereof recorded in instrument 11613220, Page 2-79 of barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46 together with an individed interst in the common elements of said condominium as set forth in said Master Deed and any amendments thereto, as described in Act 59 of the public Acts of MI of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543168 File #308889F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven Paul Seilheimer, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 28, 2007, and recorded on September 7, 2007 in instrument 20070907-0001768, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand Eight Hundred Nineteen And 52/100 Dollars ($124,819.52), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, and being more particularly described as commencing at the West 1/4 post of said Section 33; thence East 440 feet for point of beginning, thence continuing East 220 feet, thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes East, 264 feet, thence West 220 feet, thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes West 264 feet of point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542912 File #302908F01 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Bonnie L. Meredith and Jeffrey C. Meredith 567 Indian Hills Drive Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: February 19, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 207.7948 77543389 ASAP# 3453166 02/25/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jolena M Fitzsimmons, a married person and Patrick O Fitzsimmons, a married, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 24, 2002, and recorded on May 28, 2002 in instrument 1081142, and modified by agreement dated October 20, 2008, and recorded on December 9, 2008 in instrument 20081209-0011674, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Eight And 67/100 Dollars ($108,448.67), including interest at 5.69% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 29, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan, thence 680 feet for a place of beginning; thence East 216 feet; thence North 200 feet; thence West 216 feet; thence South 200 feet to the Place of Beginning. Subject to the Highway right-of-way for Dowling Road The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #055934F04 77542778 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE: Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage by Timothy E. Allwardt and Lucinda D. Allwardt, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Kellogg Community Federal Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated December 17, 2004, and recorded on December 24, 2004, at Instrument No. 1139252, in Barry County records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-Three and 38/100 Dollars ($57,783.38), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the lobby of the Barry County Circuit Court Building, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 1, 2010. Said premises is situated in the Village of Nashville, County of Barry, Michigan, and described as: Lots 42 and 43 and the North 12 feet of lot 41 of O.A. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof. PPN: 08-52-180-000-043-00 More Commonly Known As: 418 Phillips St., Nashville, MI 49073 The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 23, 2010 For more information, please call: KELLOGG COMMUNITY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Mark D. Hofstee (P66001) Bolhouse, Vander Hulst, Risko, Baar & Lefere, P.C. Grandville State Bank Building 3996 Chicago Drive SW Grandville MI 49418-1384 77543499 (616) 531-7711 �Page 16 — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Head-on crash south of Hastings injures six Ice and slush on area roads Monday afternoon, along with speeds too fast for the conditions, may have been contributing factors to a head-on collision on M-37, said Michigan State Police Trooper Dan Cook. The accident occurred shortly after 1 p.m. just south of Quimby Road/M-79. Cook said he was on the scene of another crash north of the site when a citizen stopped and informed him of the collision. According to occupant statements, the driver of a southbound vehicle with five passen- gers lost control, crossed the centerline and ended up in the path of a northbound vehicle. M-37 was closed for about two hours while the scene was cleared. All occupants were transported to medical facilities. The family of five in the southbound vehicle was transported to Pennock Hospital while the driver of the second vehicle was airlifted to Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids. Cook said it was fortunate that all occupants were wearing seatbelts at the time of the collision, preventing any further injuries. M-37 Highway just south of M-79, was closed for two hours Monday afternoon after a two-car crash caused a backup of northbound traffic. Southbound traffic was rerouted on to M-79. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto). Harmon pleads guilty to a lesser charge in embezzlement case Barry County Sheriff Department blocks southbound traffic on South M-37 as emergency medical crews prepare to load a patient into a waiting Aero-Med helicopter Monday afternoon. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale Card of Thanks In Memoriam AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home - farm business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 MANY THANKS “Thanks” so much to our children and grandchildren for the wonderful dinner and celebration at Sam’s Joint in honor of our 50th anniversary. We really had a nice evening with all. Also what a wonderful “gift” of many cards sent to us in congratulations for our 50th wedding anniversary. They are and will be appreciated many times over. In all sincerity thank you all so much, Love Frank & Mae Ellsworth I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I did not die. Wife, Dorothy, daughter Lenona & Dave, son Daniel & Geili grandchildren & great grandchildren. HELP WANTED: NURSERY Supervisor for Sunday Services. Experience with children preferred. Country Chapel UMC, Dowling. (269)721-8077. office@mei.net In Memoriam Farm IN LOVING MEMORY OF CARL MCILVAIN Never forgotten. Always loved by your wife Betty and Family. EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 BED: QUEEN PILLOWTOP mattress set, NEW, still in plastic, $200. Call (517)4104921 Delivery available. Estate Sale ESTATE/MOVING SALES: by Bethel Timmer - The Cottage House Antiques. (269)795-8717 National Ads THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT KNOWINGLY accept advertising which is deceptive, fraudulent or might otherwise violate law or accepted standards of taste. However, this publication does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of any advertisement, nor the quality of goods or services advertised. Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all claims made in any advertisements, and to use good judgment and reasonable care, particularly when dealing with persons unknown to you ask for money in advance of delivery of goods or services advertised. IN LOVING MEMORY of Danny Burton August 14, 2009 Do Not Weep Over Me Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not here, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on the snow, I am the sun on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain, when you awaken in the morning hush I am the soft uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 Help Wanted Community Notices THE JOHNSTOWN TOWNSHIP Board of Review will be held on the following dates & times: Monday, March 8, 2010, 9AM to Noon and 2PM to 5PM. Tuesday, March 9, 2010, 6PM to 9AM and Thursday, March 11, 2010, 6PM to 9PM. If you require an appointment call 269-721-8443. The statutory requirements of dates and times have been fulled by publication in the Battle Creek Enquire. by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer Jessica Harmon, 33, of Lowell pleaded guilty to a charge of embezzlement of $1,000 to $20,000 before Judge Gary Holman in 56B District Court Wednesday. A plea agreement included lowering of the original charges of uttering and publishing, embezzlement over $20,000 and use of a computer to commit a crime. Harmon waived her right to a preliminary hearing by pleading guilty, and under questioning from Holman, gave a brief statement concerning the validity of the charge. “I was given authority to do certain things, and I guess I overstepped that authority,” said Harmon. She faces a maximum penalty of five years in jail, though Holman said jail time is unlikely due to the agreement reached between the parties involved. “I’ve also had discussions with prosecution and defense council, and the indication is ... as part of the plea agreement, it is indicated to both parties, if there’s a plea of guilty, based on the information presented to the court in the proposed plea agreement, it would not be the intent to impose incarceration,” said Holman. He did, however warn that any probation violation could result in jail time. Restitution totalling $80,000 to Tromp Law Firm, where she allegedly embezzled while an employee, also is part of the agreement. Harmon had worked as an administrative assistant in the Hastings office of lawyer Tim Tromp for nearly a decade. Discrepancies in bank records were first noticed in May of 2009, according to a report by Hastings Police. During the lengthy investigation. it was discovered that Harmon had made unauthorized withdrawals from various accounts and had been writing extra paychecks to herself. Harmon’s sentencing is scheduled for April 15 in 56-B District Court. TK superintendent reviewing costsaving suggestions by Patricia Johns Staff Writer In his “blog” published on Feb. 17, Thornapple Kellogg School Superintendent Gary Rider looked back on the district’s financial information meeting held Jan. 16 which was attended by more than 100 people. He wrote, “It was great to see so many people there to learn about the financial emergency that is coming for all school districts in Michigan, including our own. I believe we were able to accomplish our goals for the evening. First, we were able to educate the community to the nature and scope of the problem; and second, we set up a system for people to be able to provide us with feedback and ideas to consider.” Since the January meeting, the district has gotten feedback through e-mails, letters, handwritten notes and personal one-on-one meetings. “All in all, we have ideas from over 45 different members of our community and staff,” he reported. “Although I can’t tell you that there is any one idea that will be a magic pill to fix our funding issues, I can tell you that people spent a great deal of time giving serious thought to their feedback, and we received several ideas we will be able to implement, no SUGGESTIONS, continued on next page Emergency Medical Service personnel load a patient into the waiting Aero-Med helicopter. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto). POLICE BEAT Crash and cruise leads to investigation Hastings Police are investigating a complaint of malicious destruction of property that occurred Feb. 21 at a parking lot in the 300 block of North Broadway. The 19-year-old complainant told officers that he was attempting to talk to a former friend from his car when the suspect, another 19-year-old from Hastings, allegedly drove his car into the victim’s car intentionally and then fled the area. Officers spoke to witnesses who corroborated the complainant allegations. The incident remains under investigation. The day the music died Hastings Police are investigating a larceny that occurred Feb. 22 at Hastings High School. Officers spoke with the mother of 16-year-old student who had an iPod taken from the girls’ locker room while the student was in gym class. The iPod Touch is valued at $200. Tip leads to arrest After receiving a tip that Andy Lee Sparks, 51, of Kalamazoo was in the area, Barry County Sheriff deputies arrested the subject on two warrants out of Allegan County. Sparks was found and arrested without incident Feb. 22 for a probation violation related to driving under the influence and failure to appear in court for sentencing. COURT NEWS Robert Smelser, 49, of Hastings pleaded guilty in 5th Circuit Court last week to sex crimes involving a 7-year-old. He will sentenced March 25. Smelser admitted to two counts of firstdegree criminal sexual conduct, one count of child sexually abusive material, and one count of using a computer to commit a crime. A life sentence could be ordered on the two sex crimes, and he could face 20-year terms on the other two charges. Smelser was arrested, along with Jennifer Carlile, Nov. 3, 2009, after Hastings City Police responded to a medical call for Carlile. Statements made by Carlile led police to question Smelser and the child. The child was removed from the home. Shawn Michael Jenkins, 25, of Delton, pleaded guilty to stealing/retaining a financial transaction device without the consent of the device holder. Judge James Fisher sentenced Jenkins to 90 days in jail and 12 months of probation in relation to the Dec. 8, 2009, offense. Jenkins also was ordered to pay $500 in court costs, $110 in restitution, $60 to the crime victim rights fund and $68 in state minimum costs. According to paperwork filed from the Feb. 17 sentencing, the balance of his jail may be suspended upon payment of court assessments, and he may be discharged from probation upon payment. Adam Christopher Burandt, 24, of Hastings, pleaded guilty to possessing a controlled substance, marijuana, second or subsequent offense in front of Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit court Feb. 17. Burandt was ordered to spend 30 days in jail, 24 months on probation, $500 court costs, $60 crime victim rights and $68 in state minimum costs in relation to the Aug. 8, 2009, offense. The balance of his jail time may be suspended upon successful completion of probation. He also was ordered to attend substance abuse counseling and cognitive behavior therapy while at jail. Narcotics anonymous meetings and day reporting one time a week also were part of the sentencing. Tracy Baek Drilling, 30, of Middleville will be serving 30 days in jail after pleading guilty to operating under the influence of alcohol. In 5th Circuit Court on Feb. 18, Judge Fisher ordered Drilling to spend 36 months on probation, pay $500 in library fund fines, $60 crime victim rights, $500 court costs, $360 probation fees and $68 in state minimum costs. She also was ordered to wear a wrist monitor for four months and participate in day reporting in response to an Oct. 18, 2009, incident on Yankee Springs Road. Staci Marie Bullion, 39, of Escanaba, pleaded guilty to three separate counts in 5th Circuit Court under Judge Fisher Feb. 17. Bullion was charged with operating under the influence of alcohol, third offense; control substance use, narcotic or cocaine, second offense; control substance use, marijuana; and a probation violation. She was ordered to serve 12 months in jail on each count, pay $1,000 in court costs, $60 to crime victim rights, $500 library fund fines and $150 in state minimum costs. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — Page 17 Silent auction, music, dancing at the Walldorff to benefit local soccer team The 2010 Swimsuit Fashion Show was sponsored by Previously Pink and featured bikini-clad models. (Photo by Perry Hardin) WINTERFEST, continued from page 3 more food and fun as people waited for the swimsuit show, sponsored by Previously Pink. This year the warming tent and heat for the Polar Dip changing rooms were provided by Amerigas. Children had fun warming up and then dashing out to play on the snowy playground equipment. And then the splashes began as more than 200 people took a Polar Dip this year. The events on Saturday ended with Karaoke and fun at Daisy Mae’s. Organizers Linda Boyce and Jennie Yonker were excited about this year’s good weather and great participation. While there were a few worries about making sure the hole for the Polar Dip was cut in time (it was) and hoping everyone had fun (they did), they both agree it was a great event. Officiating at the Broomball Tournament was organizer Alex Liceaga. (Photo by Patricia Johns) by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor An evening of fun and silent bidding is open to the public to help pay for trip expenses when the U-12 Boys National Team heads from Hastings to West Palm Beach, Fla. to play in the American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) National Games 2010. The special fundraiser starts at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27 in the third-floor ballroom at the Walldorff Brewpub & Bistro in downtown Hastings. A silent auction, featuring more than 75 items, is a key part of the event. Tickets are $10 per person. There will be complimentary hors d’oeuvres, music and dancing. A cash bar will be available. Two real horses are among the silent auction items. This is a change from the previous Reminder article. The horses to be part of the silent auction are Arabian horses; one is six years old and the other is 15 years old. Other silent auction items include estate planning, iPods, tickets to the Red Wings, a trip to Boyne Mountain, stained glass wall hangings including a geometric design in a Brazilian cherry frame, Michigan State design and University of Michigan design (all made by Jason Larabee), a stained glass owl and a stained glass polar bear (both made by Tamara Loew), an oak bookshelf made by Ken Loew, handyman work, a season pass to all Hastings Saxons games, teeth whitenings, and iPod Shuffle. The silent auction will be divided in two sessions. The first is from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. and the second silent auction is from 9 to 10 p.m. A raffle will be held between the two auction sets for an iPod Nano, iTunes card and a docking station for an iPod. Tickets for the raffle will be available at the event. Though the auction ends at 10, “there will be dancing the rest of the evening so we want to encourage people to definitely stay,” said Carrie Larabee, AYSO regional commissioner. Organizers hope tickets for the fundraiser will be purchased in advance for planning purposes. Tickets may be purchased from Members of the U-12 Boys National Team, affiliated with the American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) in Hastings are: (first row, from left) Alex Madsen, Alex Beauchamp, Matthew Maurer, Justin Carlson; (second row) Jacob Wilgus, Jack Longstreet, Taylor Harding, Krylan Pederson; (third row) Nick Wilgus, Morgan Tolles, Nick Larabee, Adam Shaeffer; (back row) Assistant Coach Brad Tolles and Coach Rich Potter. (Photo courtesy of Larry Hyes Photography) national team members or from Carrie Larabee by calling 838-6590. Tickets also will be available at the door. All the proceeds go to the team for the cost of the trip to Florida. Rich Potter is coach of the team. Brad Tolles is the assistant coach. The team is having a fundraising breakfast at a local restaurant from 8 to 10 a.m. March 20. Delton, Hastings lead in backyard bird count Winterfest was a place for lots of hugs to keep warm. Here, Vu Hoang, U B Roo and Moriah Gonzales use laughter and hugs to keep them warm. (Photo by Patricia Johns) As of Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 24, nearly 91,000 checklists had been submitted to the Great Backyard Bird Count, more than 80 of which were from Barry County households. Results in the annual “citizen scientist” survey will be accepted until March 1. Locally, Delton leads in the tally, with 24 checklists reporting 44 species, as of Wednesday afternoon. Hastings is close behind with 23 checklists reporting 28 species. Both communities are among the top 20 in the state for the number of checklists submitted. The tallies, which are available online at http://gbbc.birdsource.org/gbbc, do not report findings by county. Following are the results so far for area communities, with the number of species reported and the number of checklists submitted: Battle Creek, 22/20; Plainwell 28/16; Nashville, 27/14; Middleville, 25/13; Clarksville, 17/11; Richland, 22/11; Hickory Corners, 16/8; Dowling, 19/7; Augusta, 29/6; Caledonia, 18/5; Lake Odessa, 16/4; Wayland, 19/4; Freeport, 22/2; Alto, 5/1; Bellevue 15/1; Mulliken, 16/1; and Shelbyville, 14/1. The species of bird most frequently reported locally included the mourning dove, American goldfinch, dark-eyed junco, blackcapped chickadee, northern cardinal, American tree sparrow, downy woodpecker, tufted titmouse, house finch, mallard, whitebreasted nuthatch, blue jay, house sparrow and American crow. In the entire count, the northern cardinal is the most-reported bird across the U.S. and Canada, as it has been for the previous five years, reported Janis Dickinson, Citizen Science director, at Cornell Lab of SUGGESTIONS, continued from previous page Pederson sets Saxon record matter how small the savings might be.” Rider and the administrative team is sorting through the suggestions and beginning to work on a draft plan for the budget for the 2010-11 school year to present to the board of education. “One thing I am quite certain of is that we will be cutting programs and people we do not want to lose, and we will be making decisions based on choosing from the lesser of two evils,” he cautioned. “None of us will be happy about any reductions we will have to make at this time. Not a great position to be in, but for now it may be what has to be done.” He concluded, saying, “We will do our best to be good stewards of our resources and, as always, ensure that Thornapple Kellogg Schools continue to be a place where kids come first.” His blog is accessible from the Web site www.tkschools.org. Rider also can be contacted at 269-795-5521. The next meeting of the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education is Monday, March 8, at 7 p.m. in room 1616 at the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School. Despite challenges, ‘09 showed record corn harvest Against all odds, Michigan’s corn farmers brought in a record corn crop in 2009. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reported that despite a harvest season that left thousands of acres of corn around the country still unharvested, Michigan corn farmers grew an estimated 310.8 million bushels and recorded an all-time high yield of 148 bushels per acre. Faced with frequent spring rains that made early planting difficult, farmers hoped the hot days of July and August would make up for late planting that put them behind schedule. However, the summer months brought unseasonably cool weather and failed to put the worries of Michigan’s corn farmers to rest. An early frost in October led many to believe the 2009 corn crop would never reach maturity. However, a few weeks of unexpectedly warm weather in November provided the corn and farmers with a little extra time. Though the harvest lasted well into the new year for many, Michigan’s corn farmers once again proved that they are up to the task of meeting the increasing corn demand. Michigan corn farmers produced this record-setting crop utilizing fewer acres. In 2009, USDA officials estimated 2.1 million acres were used for corn production, compared with the 2.14 million acres used to produce the previous record crop of 295 million bushels in 2008. “While we are extremely proud of the achievements of our corn farmers in terms of production and yield improvements, we are not surprised,” said Michigan Corn Growers Association (MCGA) President Tom Durand, a corn farmer from Sanilac County. “Even in difficult conditions, our farmers combine the most modern technology available with a strong and determined work ethic to grow a crop that meets all needs for food, feed, fuel and fiber.” MCGA Executive Director Jody PollokNewsom also commented on the dedication of Michigan’s corn farmers in 2009. “We know our record corn harvest will greatly benefit the American consumer and further demonstrates our growers’ level of farming excellence despite the many challenges we may face each growing season,” said Pollok-Newsom. Michigan’s corn industry adds more than $1 billion to the state’s economy annually. For more information, visit the Web site of the MCGA and the CMPM at www.micorn.org. No Saxon has won more varsity wrestling matches than senior Gage Pederson. Pederson set a new mark of 172 career wins at Saturday’s Division 2 Individual Regional Tournament in Mount Pleasant. The old record of 171 was held by R.J. Morgan. Pederson and the other three Hastings’ state qualifiers will be looking to add more victories to their career totals when they head to the Palace of Auburn Hills for next Thursday, Friday, and Saturday’s Individual State Finals. Collin Ferguson, Austin Endsley, and Colton Marlette also had state qualifying performances last Saturday, finishing in the top four in their weight classes. Thornapple Kellogg had one state qualifying performance at Mount Pleasant, as Donovan Scott placed fourth at 152 pounds. Pederson was the Saxons’ lone regional champion on the day. He improved his season record to 47-2 by winning the 140-pound weight class. The championship match was the tightest one of the day for him, where he defeated St. Johns’ Travis Curley 5-0. Pederson started the day by pinning Cedar Springs’ Ric Rios, then scored a technical fall Ornithology, which partners with the National Audubon Society in the project. An American robin roost, topping 1 million birds, has taken up residence near Saint Petersburg, Fla., pushing the city, and the state, to No. 1 for reporting the most birds, so far. The bird-watching bug bit hard in Tennessee this year, said Dickinson, and for the first time ever in the GBBC, the state has broken into the top 10 for most checklists submitted and has already set a new state record. Michigan, which ranked in the top 10 last year for the number of checklists submitted, has so far failed to reach that mark. The annual count took place Feb. 12 to 15. Checklists will be accepted until Monday, March 1, and can be mailed or submitted online at http://gbbc.birdsource.org. against Lansing Waverly’s Thomas Houston. Endsley at 135 pounds and Marlette at 215 both placed third, and Ferguson fourth at 145. After falling to the eventual regional champion, Petoskey’s Kegan Arthur, in the semifinals, Endsley battled back through the consolation and defeated Northview’s Ben Clinkscale 4-2 in the match for third place. Marlette was also downed by the eventual 215-pound champion, Bay City John Glenn’s Nick Moore, in the championship finals. He went on to score third place by topping St. Johns’ Conrado Dominguez 8-4 in the consolation final. Ferguson and Thornapple Kellogg’s Steven Cung Bik met in the blood round, the consolation semifinals, at 145 pounds with Ferguson scoring a 5-1 victory to earn the trip to the state finals. DeWitt’s Ryan Burl then downed Ferguson 2-0 in the match for third. Cung Bik’s teammate Scott at 152 pounds, was downed in the opening round by Petoskey’s Alex Cannon, then won a pair of consolation bouts to reach the consolation finals where defaulted due to injury against Escanaba’s Garrett Johnson. Thanks to you… Your Barry County United Way gift enabled 4,401 youth the opportunity to participate in sport and leadership activities last year. 100% of your contribution stays right here in Barry County! GIVE. ADVOCATE. VOLUNTEER. & Volunteer Center �Page 18 — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Bissett and 3 Vikings qualify for D3 State Finals by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Delton Kellogg junior Jeff Bissett has been thinking about going to the state finals since he was a toddler. He can stop dreaming about it now. He’s going to do it. Bissett earned his first appearance in the Division 3 Individual State Finals, which will be held March 4-6 at the Palace of Auburn Hills, by placing fourth in the 135-pound weight class at Saturday’s Division 3 Regional Tournament at Hamilton High School. “My brothers Brett and Bo, they both wrestled their whole lives, so I’ve pretty much just grown into it,” Bissett said. “It started when I was about four.” Bo stopped wrestling in high school. Brett wrestled through high school, and twice came up just short of reaching the individual state finals. “They beat on me,” Jeff said of his big brothers. “Especially Brett, he still does.” Bissett joins a trio of Lakewood wrestlers, 285-pounder Ryan Steverson, 160-pounder Mason Blackmer, and 125-pounder Darren Eaton as state qualifiers. The top four in each weight class at regionals across the state Saturday earned spots in the state finals. “It’s a whole different ball game at state,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Dan Phillips. “Basically, you’re starting over. A 16-man bracket with a lot of kids you haven’t seen before. Anything can happen at state.” For some the goal is to get to state. For others the goal is to medal at state. For the very, very best wrestlers, nothing less than a state title will do. Steverson, a senior, was fourth at 285 pounds as a junior, and third as a sophomore. “(Winning regionals) was just my first goal I’ve accomplished. All my other ones, I lost by a little bit. This is my first district and regional win together. I’m hoping for a state title now.” What goals has Steverson “lost by a little bit”? “I wanted to get my 150th win. I’m going to be just short of that, and I wanted to go all year without getting taken down, but I got taken down in my last match at the league meet.” Steverson pinned all three of his opponents Saturday to improve to 49-0 on the season. He stuck Buchanan’s Dustin Craig and Three Rivers’ Brad Verwey in the first period of this first two matches, then pinned Grand Rapids Catholic Central’s Aaryn Guy 3 minutes and 17 seconds into the regional championship match. Eaton, a junior, and Blackmer, a senior, are both looking for their first state medals in their second trip to the finals. Both also qualified as sophomores. Blackmer faced Kelloggsville’s Chris Brown, in the regional finals and was downed 8-4 to finish second. “He’s a good wrestler,” Blackmer said of Brown, who he also met in the district finals. “He was last year’s state champ at 160. Just to be able to hang with a kid like that makes me pretty happy, but I’m not satisfied. I want to be able to beat kids like that.” Blackmer started the day by pinning Edwardsburg’s Justin Steinke, then beat Buchanan’s Gage Hutchison 4-3 in the semifinals. Eaton placed third at 125 pounds. He was downed by Three Rivers’ Matt Morrill 2-0 in the championship semifinals, then bested Morrill’s teammate Juji Kipker in the consolation semifinals 7-4. In the match for third place, Eaton topped Hamilton’s Courtney Johnson 9-4. “I like setting my goals high, so I want to get probably top five (at state) if I can, but the first priority is getting a medal,” said Eaton. “From then on, I’ll see what happens.” Eaton was two points short of getting the win he needed to secure himself a state medal last year. “I’ve got just another year under my belt, more experience,” Eaton said. “Now it won’t be a surprise when I get down there (to the Palace). All the people and everything. I know what it’s like now, so it should be better my second time around.” It will be a good first experience for Bissett, who had to fight all day Saturday just to qualify for the state finals. He was downed 8-4 in his opening round match against Muskegon Orchard View’s Karim Clark. He bounced back to beat Hopkins’ Jimmy Renberg, then managed a reversal for the only two points in his “blood round” match against South Haven’s Christian Bastow. In the consolation finals, Zeeland West’s Tim Engelsman scored a 7-6 win over Bissett. The “blood round” (consolation semifinals), was a tough one on the Vikings. Lakewood sent ten wrestlers to the regional, were six Vikings who were defeated the “blood round” where the winners go on to the state finals and the losers are done for the sea- Pair of Lions will make first trip to the Division 4 Finals The Lions who are left have shown some resiliency. Maple Valley junior Zach Baird and senior Tyler Franks finished in the top four in their respective weight classes at Saturday’s Division 4 Regional Tournament hosted by New Lothrop, to earn spots in the March 4-6 Individual State Finals at the Palace of Auburn Hills. Franks was pinned by Burton Bendle’s Andrew McCarthy in the second period of his first 140-pound match of the day, then had to battle through the consolation bracket to earn a spot in the state finals. “They’ve picked it up quite a bit,” said Maple Valley coach Tony Wawiernia. “From the team districts to individual districts they really picked it up. For one night of practice, something clicked or something.” It will be the first appearance in the state finals for both the Lions. “They’re pretty pumped,” Wawiernia said. “They wrestled quite well.” Franks started consolation with a pin of his own, of Saginaw-Nouvel’s Jesse Vasquez, then scored a 5-1 decision over New Lothrop’s Clayton Simons to guarantee his spot in the finals. Dansville’s Kaleb Myer defaulted the consolation final match to Franks because of an injury, to leave Franks in third place for the day. Baird won his first match of the day at 119 pounds, by pinning Pigeon-Laker’s Nick Hilborn in 3 minutes and 30 seconds. Marlett’s Travis Webster then topped Baird 12-1 in the championship semifinals. Baird went down to the consolation semifinals from there, and secured his spot at states with a 17-7 major decision of his own over Burton Bendle’s Jared Garner. In the match for third and fourth, Baird was pinned by Bellevue’s Anthony Fuller in 2:42. The other two Lion regional qualifiers were both 0-2 on the day. Steve Creller at 215 pounds and Waylon Eaton at 130 were both pinned in their opening round matches. Creller then was pinned to start the consolation bracket, while Eaton lost a tough 6-4 decision to Webberville Community’s Nate Gardziella. Delton Kellogg head coach Dan Phillips greets junior 135-pounder Jeff Bissett on the side of the mat after Bissett’s win in the consolation semifinals at Saturday’s Division 3 Regional Tournament hosted by Hamilton High School. The victory secured Bissett his first appearance in the Individual State Finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley’s Tyler Franks (right) fights for a reversal during his 5-1 win over New Lothrop’s Clayton Simons Saturday in the 140-pound consolation semifinals at New Lothrop. (Photo by Cindy Gatewood) only one fell in his first two matches. There son. Maple Valley 215-pounder Steven Creller works on top of New Haven’s Jonathan Gibson during the first period of their opening round match Saturday. (Photo by Cindy Gatewood) Kelloggsville’s Chris Brown (right) works towards a take down of Lakewood’s Mason Blackmer in the 160pound championship Saturday at Hamilton High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 77543325 YMCA Standings YMCA Men’s A League Basketball Standings Woodland 8-0 Head Bustas 6-1 FlexFab/Delton Pole Building 7-2 Gunthorpe Plumbing 2-7 OAOOS 2-7 River Bend 2-7 Blarney Stone 1-6 YMCA Men’s B League Basketball Standings Hastings Family Dental 8-0 Blarney Stone 6-3 CamoFlauge 5-4 GoGo Auto 5-4 Blair Landscaping 4-6 FlexFab (Black and Blue) 4-6 FlexFab (Red and Black) 0-9 Hastings Community Education March 2010 New Classes The following Hastings Community Education classes will be offered beginning in March. 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Classes will be cancelled if the minimum required is not reached so register now! 77543511 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — Page 19 Newest varsity Trojans help team to league win by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Hastings’ varsity basketball coach Steve Laubaugh wasn’t quite sure why Thornapple Kellogg sophomore point guard Anisa Shaw hasn’t been on the Trojan varsity all season long. Thornapple Kellogg coach Andy Kopf has his reasons, but she’s up there now. Shaw led the Trojans with 15 points as they The Saxons Gabraelle Eaton (right) races past Trojan guard Kenzie Webster during the first half of Friday night’s O-K Gold Conference contest in Hastings. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Underclassmen have big impact on area girls’ teams Host Bulldogs win their district, Delton Kellogg girls place 11th The Delton Kellogg varsity competitive cheer team’s season came to an end at Saturday’s Division 3 District Tournament at Otsego High School. The Panthers finished 11th in the 14-team tournament, where the top four teams earned a spot in this Saturday’s Division 3 Regional Tournament. The host Bulldogs had the top score in each round on the day, finishing with a total of 713.8320 points. Lansing Catholic was second with a 672.9496, Paw Paw third at 658.6282, and Three Rivers fourth with a 648.0500. Behind those four regional qualifiers, Comstock scored a 636.9160, Zeeland West 632.3216, Coloma 628.0556, Berrien Springs 625.6384, Pennfield 616.3700, Allegan 604.7308, Delton Kellogg 575.7616, Hamilton 513.9530, Hopkins 487.9284, and Buchanan 458.2000. Delton’s girls scored a 186.3 in round one, a 164.6616 in round two, and a 232.8(-8) in round three. Otsego earned its title with a 219.3 in round one, a 204.0320(-8) in round two, and a 298.5 in round three. Lansing Catholic had the second best score in the first and third round, a 207.3 in round one and a 288.5 in round three. The Cougars also had a 177.1496 in round two. did finish with seven assists. “We’ve got two big ones left,” Kopf said. “Forest Hills (on the road Tuesday) and Caledonia (at home Friday), but our whole focus has been on getting better and shooting for the districts.” Both the Saxons and Trojans are now 5-14 overall, and 1-12 in the O-K Gold Conference, after both falling in league contests Tuesday. The Saxons were downed by South Christian in Hastings, 39-29. The Sailors closed out the game on a 14-4 run, over the course of the final eight minutes and one second. South Christian broke a 25-25 tie with a buzzer beater at the end of the third quarter. “In the fourth quarter, we just couldn’t find good shots, and passed the ball poorly,” Laubaugh said. The game had been close until late in the fourth. South led just 8-7 after one quarter, and 20-14 at the half. The Sailors had a 6-0 spurt late in the second quarter, which broke a 14-14 tie. “Some things we are doing very well, but key breakdowns cost us in a game like this,” Laubaugh said. “Every possession matters in a tie game.” The Saxons did only allow the Sailors to shoot 24-percent from the floor and just 1-of- Saxon senior Brittany Hickey fires a shot up over Thornapple Kellogg’s Kiley Buursma (34) and Cassie Holwerda (20) during the second quarter Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Saxons’ Dani Meredith looks for somewhere to go with the ball as she’s guarded at the top of the key by Thornapple Kellogg’s Shelby Tedrow Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 11 from three. Hastings though only shot 25-percent from the floor itself, and allowed the Sailors 14 offensive rebounds on their misses. Vogel led the Saxons with 15 points and six rebounds. Gabrielle Shipley and Hayden had four rebounds each, and Hayden four assists. Thornapple Kellogg fell 52-38 to Forest Hills Eastern Tuesday. After trailing by ten points at the half, TK battled back to tie the game at 31-31 heading into the fourth quarter. The Hawks though closed things out with a 21-7 fourth quarter run. Weesie led TK with 16 points. Holwerda added eight. The Hawks got 22 points from Sarah Stankowski and seven each from Emily Sarros and Meghan Veldheer. TK and Hastings both open Class B District play next week, at different sites. Hastings will play either Charlotte or Delton Kellogg in the district semifinals at Charlotte Wednesday at 6 p.m. Charlotte and Delton play their opening round contest Monday night. Thornapple Kellogg travels to Allegan, where it will face Hamilton in the opening round Monday at 6 p.m. The winner of that game takes on Hopkins in the semifinals Wednesday at 6 p.m. 77543418 Juniors and seniors who have been a part of their respective varsity programs for two or three years already are leading the local teams into next week’s state tournament, but they’re getting lots of help from the underclassmen. I want to say that’s something new, but it must not be. If feels like Jennifer Kent and Elizabeth Stewart at Maple Valley, Hannah Williams at Delton Kellogg, and Veronica Hayden and Brittany Hickey at Hastings have all been a part of their varsity programs for as long as I can remember. Hayden’s not even a senior yet. Hayden’s teammates, junior Kayla Vogel and sophomore Gabrielle Shipley are both experienced varsity athletes in more than one sport. I know Lakewood had a young varsity volleyball team a year ago, but I can’t think of any other team sport where the area’s programs rely on so much youth. This column was sparked by Hastings varsity girls’ basketball coach Steve Laubaugh. Who wanted to know why Thornapple Kellogg hadn’t had sophomore Anisa Shaw on the varsity all season long. Shaw had 15 points, and was a steady influence at the point guard spot for the Trojans in their O-K Gold Conference victory over the Saxons in Hastings Friday. TK also got a strong performance from fellow sophomore Shelby Tedrow, who was called up to the varsity recently along with Shaw. Kopf said it was mostly about confidence building, but most of the other area coaches have chosen to have their girls learn about the varsity level of play a little more quickly. When Williams isn’t running the point for Delton Kellogg, freshman Brooke Martin often is. On any given night it’d be a safe bet to assume that either sophomore forward Adrianna Culbert or sophomore guard Andrea Polley would be the Panthers’ leading scorer, and they were both on the varsity team last season. Culbert had 20 points and 10 rebounds the other night. Junior forward Alyssa Weesie and sophomore center Cassie Holwerda were a couple of the Trojans’ leaders last year, and are this year once again. Maple Valley has sophomore guard Mikaela Bromley running the point. Freshman Emily Kutch started the season at the point guard spot for Lakewood, and when junior forward Anna Lynch returned to the line-up Kutch moved over so freshman Madison King could run the point. Maple Valley and Delton Kellogg do have 13 seniors among them on their respective rosters, but the other three county schools (Lakewood, Hastings, and Thornapple Kellogg) have just eight. And to be honest, a lot of them don’t see as much time on the floor as their younger teammates. The county’s teams are heading in different directions for next week’s district tournaments. There’s the chance for four of the five to reach district championships games they’re so spread out. Maple Valley is hosting its own Class C tournament, and Thornapple Kellogg is heading to Allegan in Class B. Hastings, Delton Kellogg, and Lakewood will all be together at Charlotte next week, with the Saxons and Vikings both drawing byes into the semifinals. scored their first O-K Gold Conference victory of the season Friday in Hastings, 58-47 over the Saxons. Fellow Trojan sophomore Shelby Tedrow, who also joined the varsity a week ago along with Shaw, chipped in eight points. “We wanted them to have a good experience at the JV level, for the JV to win some games, and the big thing was for them to get the confidence. We wanted them to know they could score,” Kopf said of the recently called up sophomores. Hastings trailed 45-38 at the start of the fourth quarter, then went on a 7-0 run to tie the game at 45-45. Tedrow was left alone under the basket for an easy two with just under five minutes remaining to give TK the lead back, then Shaw scored the next eight Trojan points as they extended their advantage to 55-47. “Shaw and Tedrow, bringing them up (from the junior varsity) was kind of a breath of fresh air. One of the keys was how the team accepted them, like they had always been with them,” said Kopf. The Trojans also got nine points from Alyssa Weesie and five each from Hana Hunt and Cassie Holwerda. “We shot 60 or 62-percent, something like that,” Kopf said. “I told the girls, ‘we finally knocked some shots down. We actually had less shots than we’ve had in a lot of the games we’ve lost.’” Hastings led 28-26 at the half, before the Trojans got hot in the third quarter. TK came out of the third with a 45-38 edge. “We know we’re going to play close games like this, against teams like Middleville, Ottawa Hills, and South Christian - the five, six, and seven teams in the league we can play with” Laubaugh said. “We have six, seven, or eight possessions in a row where we play flawless, then we have two possessions where we make mistakes. Two possessions in a quarter in close games, you make those mistakes and you’ve lost the game right there.” The Trojans changed up their defense throughout the night, had some success with their press, and moved from zone to man and back. Holwerda was key in the man to man situations, focusing on Saxon point guard Veronica Hayden. She had just seven points after scoring 17 in the first meeting between the two teams this season. “The last time we played Roni (Hayden) was definitely our offensive force. They didn’t really adjust to guarding her in the post,” Laubaugh said. “Tonight, he put (Holwerda) up on her and that took away some of the things we can do.” Kayla Vogel took over on offense for the Saxons, finishing with 17 points, and Gabrielle Shipley added 13. Hayden and Vogel both had seven rebounds, and Hayden �Page 20 — Thursday, February 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Saxons lose two more in Gold, and another player by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The plan was simple - get the ball inside. Whether it called for some penetration and a dish or just a lob over the top, the Trojans got the ball inside to their junior center Jared Stolicker Friday. “He just went up and got a few of them,” said TK head coach Lance Laker. “You could say we made this adjustment or that adjustment, but sometimes it’s just kids going up and getting it.” Stolicker poured in 30 points, and pulled down 18 rebounds, in a 52-45 win at Hastings High School. “I thought we played a great basketball game in all honesty,” said Hastings head coach Don Schils. “We had no answer for Stolicker. It’s not just his length. He’s very athletic. We don’t have the bulk to bump him around with Dustin (Glaser) out.” A three-pointer by TK guard Kenny Price with 3:06 to play in the first half, which helped open up even a little more space inside for Stolicker, gave the Trojans a 16-13 lead and they led the rest of the night. The Trojans were up 18-16 at the half, and 35-30 at the end of three quarters. The TK lead could have been eight heading into the fourth after a bucket by Stolicker with five seconds left, but the Saxons raced the ball up the court and Grant Heide banked in a tough three-pointer. Heide, fresh off a 30-point game of his own in the Saxons’ Tuesday night win over Caledonia, led Hastings with 22 points. He had ten of them in the fourth quarter. “He did gain confidence from Tuesday night,” Schils said of Heide. “He’s had good looks all year long. Now he has the confidence to go with it. We needed somebody else. Matt (Cathcart) hit a couple there late to help us out a little, but we still needed more on the offensive end.” Laker didn’t even think that his guys did a bad job of defending against the Saxon sharpshooter. “I thought (Jacob Bultema) did a great job on Heide,” he said. “He’s one great shooter in the clutch, and he made some huge shots tonight.” Heide drilled a three to pull the Saxons within two at 37-35 a minute and a half into the fourth quarter, then after the Trojans extended their lead to eight Heide would score five straight to get the Saxons back to within three at 47-44 with 1:22 to play. That was the last gasp for the Saxons though. A Stolicker dunk on a quick transition, and a lay-up by Greg Hamilton off a nice assist from Bultema on another break put TK up 51-44 with less than a minute to go. Hamilton was the only other double-digit scorer on the night, finishing with ten points. TK also got six points and six rebounds from Price, and four assists and three points from Coley McKeough. TK finished with 16 assists as a team on the night. Behind Heide for Hastings, Zach Passmore finished with seven points and Matt Cathcart six. It was the last game for a while for Heide, who suffered a broken hand at practice Monday. The Saxons were without him in their 63-48 loss at South Christian Tuesday. “We’ll bring a player up for Friday. We’ve got to get through two more games, then we’ll bring up some more players for districts,” said Schils. “There’s an outside chance Grant might be back for districts. We’ll also get Dustin (Glaser) back for districts, though it’ll be in a very limited role.” The two Bosma boys stepped up for the Saxons in the loss to the Sailors, both playing their best offensive and defensive games of the season. Kevin finished with 15 points and eight rebounds, while Jared added a seasonhigh nine points. Hastings also got 12 points from Zach Passmore in the loss. South Christian got 14 points each from Drew Stegehuis and Michael Wierenga. The Saxons trailed 19-11 after one quarter, The Saxons’ Zack Passmore (32) crashes to the basket between Thornapple Kellogg’s Kenny Price (left) and Jared Stolicker during the second quarter Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) but battled back to be down only one at the The Trojans raced out to a 21-12 lead in the half (28-27). The Sailors came out in the third opening quarter and never looked back. quarter and took control of the game though, Stolicker led the Trojans with 24 points, outscoring the Saxons 17-7 over those eight and Hamilton added 22. minutes. Forest Hills Eastern got 12 points from “It really shows the resiliency of this Bradley Rosenzweig and ten from Adam group,” Schils said. “To come out and play Hoffines. 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He was not included in the story about the event in last week’s Banner, which said the Saxons had five regional qualifiers. Endsley was second in the 135-pound weight class on the day, scoring wins over Ionia’s Oliver Nelson and Northview’s Ben Clinkscale before forfeiting the championship match to DeWitt’s Ryan Wilkinson. Vandercook Lake team which wound up placing fifth in the competition. The Lions finished the day with a score of 536.3900, adding a 140.9990 in round two and a 216.9000 in round three. Pewamo-Westphalia, which had the top score in each round on the day, took the district title with a score of 717.3074. The district champion Pirates scored a 212 in round one, a 208.5074 in round two, and a 296.8 in round three. Michigan Center was second with a 707.3544, Laingsburg third at 663.5740, and Grass Lake fourth with a 630.8818. The top four teams earned a spot in this Saturday’s Division 4 Regional Tournament. Behind those top four teams, Vandercook Lake scored a 601.2800, Webberville 598.3600, Albion 5 96.7200, East Jackson 594.2620, Springport 591.3000, Leslie 575.3560, and Bath 536.3990. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-03-04.pdf e6bcc9925186a275323d5a2c29808780 PDF Text Text False alarm empties TK school It’s time to pass anti-texting laws Saxons best Ottawa Hills on second try See Story on Page 2 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 15 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 9 NEWS BRIEFS Blood drive is in Hastings today The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 1 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, March 4, in the Leason Sharpe Hall at the First Presbyterian Church in Hastings. The church is located at 231 S. Broadway. Blood donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds and be in good general health. Used book sale starts tomorrow The Friends of Hastings Public Library will hold their winter used book sale from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, March 5, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 6. In addition to “like-new” books, the Friends have a selection of Civil War, Revolutionary War and World War II books, gardening, travel, children’s books and many videos. Hard-cover volumes sell for $1 and paperbacks for 50 cents. The sale will be in the community room of the library, 227 E. State St. Legislative coffee set for March 8 The Barry County Chamber of Commerce will host a legislative coffee Monday, March 8, at 8 a.m. at the County Seat Restaurant in Hastings. The event provides an opportunity to hear legislative updates from state and federal officials on issues that affect the area. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Barry County Chamber of Commerce at 269-945-2454. BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 County board considering designation of recovery zone by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Members of the Barry County Board of Commissioners met as a committee-of-thewhole Tuesday. The subject that elicited the most discussion was a proposed resolution to increase bonding options available to Barry County by designating all of the land in the municipality a “recovery zone.” Following discussion, the committee passed a motion to vote on adoption of the proposed resolution at its next board meeting. Mark Nettleton, an attorney with Mika Meyers Beckett and Jones, explained that by municipalities designating themselves as recovery zones, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 allows them to issue several different bonds they otherwise would not be able to issue. According to Nettleton, the county usually issues bonds that allow payments made to bond holders to be exempt from income tax, which usually results in bond holders charging the county low interest rates. However, only a limited number of entities are able to hold such bonds, he added. “There’s a vast number of investors out there who aren’t able to hold municipal bonds, primarily because they have different tax structures, and they don’t get any benefit from holding tax-exempt bonds,” he said. “So, as part of the stimulus package, congress and the president decided to try to open up the liquidity and the financing market for subdivisions and municipalities, and they created some new types of bonds that could be authorized that are taxable.” Nettleton explained that, while the taxable bonds allowed for by the 2009 recovery act usually entail higher interest rates, the federal government offers subsidies to compensate for such higher rates. Two bonds providing for federal subsidies were discussed by Nettleton, with one entailing a subsidy equal to 35 percent of interest payments and the other entailing a subsidy of 45 percent of interest payments. Detailing some of the conditions associated The ever-changing nature of the federal government also should be considered when looking at bonds allowed for in recovery zones — attorney Mark Nettleton with the issuing of bonds that “recovery zones” allow for, Nettleton explained that one such bond would require that workers involved in a project funded by that type of bond be paid prevailing wages determined by the Davis-Bacon Act of 1931. That same type of bond also likely would mandate the use of American steel in projects it is used to fund. The ever-changing nature of the federal government also should be considered when looking at bonds allowed for by recovery zones, Nettleton added. “We’re dealing with the federal government,” he said. “We’re dealing with dollars that are flowing out of Washington to the municipality, and, while I think it would be unlikely, there’s a risk, potentially, that you issue 20-year, 30-year bonds expecting a 45 percent interest payment subsidy, and 10 or 15 years down the line, that funding is reduced or eliminated. It’s a risk; it’s the federal government.” In addition, Nettleton noted that, unless further legislation is passed, bonds allowed for by recovery zones must be issued by Dec. 31. According to Nettleton, recovery zones also allow for more opportunities for municipalities to issue bonds to private businesses. Valerie Byrnes, president of the Barry County Economic Development Alliance, explained that she already has approached Barry County residents upset with wasteful congressional spending will have their chance to send a message to Washington at the first ever free "Political Expo" from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 6 in the Barry County Christian School gymnasium in Hastings. Those in attendance can place their signature on an oversized banner expressing disapproval of the record spending by the Obama Administration and the Democratic congress. The banner will be sent to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi. "This massive document will be the ultimate symbol of Barry County’s outrage at our increasingly irresponsible federal government," said Barry County GOP Effective 8 a.m. Monday, March 8, weight restrictions for commercial truck traffic will be imposed and enforced on state roadways from the southern Michigan border north to and including the Mackinac Bridge. For weight restriction information and updates, call 800-787-8960 or access the information on MDOT’s MI Drive Web site at michigan.gov/drive. All-season routes are designated in green and gold on the MDOT Truck Operators Map, which is available online. Dance to Les Jazz, help fight cancer See NEWS BRIEFS, continued on page 2 investors who might be interested in holding bonds from the county for projects that would promote job growth in the area. “I have been having dialogue with a number of parties, primarily private investors ...,” she said. “I probably have some potential folks that are ready to apply.” Michael Brown, administrator for the county, encouraged the commissioners to utilize Byrnes in seeking out private investors to hold bonds issued by the county. “She knows where to look and who to talk to,” he said. In other business, the committee passed a motion to later vote on the possibility of the county purchasing the First Presbyterian Church of Hastings, located at 231 S. Broadway in Hastings. According to a document provided by the committee, the church currently is listed at $699,000. Craig Stolsonburg, vice chair of the board of commissioners who led the meeting due to the absence of Chair Robert Houtman, explained after the meeting that the church first had been considered for purchase by the county as a way of providing additional office space. However, since the county obtained the former library building in a swap with the City of Hastings last year, he said it likely will utilize the library building for the office space originally sought and not submit an offer to purchase the church. The motion stipulates that when the commissioners vote on whether to purchase the church, they do so in a session closed to the public. Brown explained that discussing the possible purchase of property in a closed session would prevent another potential buyer from knowing what the county would be willing to offer. “It is one of the few things that the board has the legal authority to go into closed session for,” he said. “In this case, it does protect the taxpayers’ dollars, by making sure the discussions you have relative to what you’re willing to pay aren’t openly public.” The committee also heard a presentation from Treasurer Susan VandeCar on the county’s finances for the end of 2009. According to VandeCar, the county had nearly $4.2 million in funds available for use and slightly less than $24.8 million in investments, such as money market accounts and certificates of deposit. Commissioner Michael Callton elaborated on VandeCar’s presentation, cautioning people to not take its figures too literally. “In reality, a lot of this is just money that we’re fiduciary for, and this is not all our money,” he said. “I just want to qualify that, before people get too excited, saying that we’re sitting on this boatload of money.” Also passed by the commissioners was a motion to later vote on approval of a contract to allow the Hastings City/Barry County Airport Commission to receive federal, state and local funds for the completion of projects at the airport, including rehabilitation of the airport’s tower with a rotating beacon and expansion of its main apron. When the commissioners next meet as a legislative body, they also will vote on the following possible courses of action: • Approval of a $5,000 grant from the county to be used for the replacement of a boat launch located off of Middle Street in the Village of Nashville. • Approval of a letter that, if signed by Brown, would allow the accounting firm Rehmann Robson to be paid $26,400 to conduct an audit of the county’s finances for 2009. • Approval of an application from Paul and Alma Wing that would allow 67 acres in Assyria Township owned by the couple to be recognized through the Farmland and Open Space Preservation Program. • Approval of monetary transfers and disbursements involving the county’s various funds. Barry County’s letter to ‘Into the Woods’ opens congress to be featured tonight at Central Auditorium at first political expo Weight restrictions begin soon The Barry County Cancer Support Team is raising funds for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life and is hosting a charity dance at the Middle Villa Inn and Micro Brewery in Middleville from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, March 12. Dance music will be provided by Les Jazz Big Band. There is a $7 cover charge per person. A cash bar will be available. Those who wish to have dinner may order from the menu at 6 p.m. at their own expense. Reservations are suggested and may be made by calling 616-891-1287 or 269-795-3640. PRICE 75¢ Thursday, March 4, 2010 Chairman Ben Geiger. "This banner is to tell Washington that citizens in our county are sick of footing the bill for their outrageous spending habits." The banner will be available for signature during the 2010 "Political Expo" – a free, one-stop shop for citizens wanting to get involved in the political process. Booths will be set up around the gymnasium for voter registration, Republican precinct delegate information and party membership information. Republican candidates seeking local and statewide offices will also have booth space. "The Expo will be a great resource for anyone wanting to make a difference this election season. It will be a very fun and informative event," Geiger said. Pennock and DeVos Children’s Hospital become partners Hastings High School will present Steven Sondheim’s musical “Into the Woods” beginning tonight, Thursday, March 4, at 7 p.m.. Subsequent performances will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, March 5, and Saturday, March 6, Sunday, March 7, at 2 p.m. Here, Cinderella and members of her family posing for a royal portrait are (from left) The Steward (TJ Heath), Cinderella (Amber Slagel), Prince Charming (Jordan Swinkunas), Cinderella’s stepmother (Holly Wilkins) and Cinderella’s father (Steven Maurer). “Into the Woods” combines the well-known fairy tales of Cinderella, Rapunzel, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Little Red Riding Hood with the story of the Baker and his Wife, who desperately want a child. Unfortunately, the Baker and his Wife have been cursed with childlessness by a witch and must perform various missions involving the characters in the other fairy tales to break the spell. Tickets are $7 for students and $9 for adults and are available at Hastings Family Fare, Bosley Pharmacy. King’s Appliances, State Grounds Coffee House and all Hastings Area Schools. Tickets also can be purchased at the door. Pennock Health Services, based in Hastings, recently joined Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital’s Partners in Children’s Health, becoming one of 29 hospitals to affiliate with the Grand Rapids-based children’s hospital in an effort to enhance the care of children and families throughout the state. The Partners in Children’s Health Network brings hospitals together to improve access to pediatric specialty services and continuing professional education. “As part of the affiliation agreement, Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital offers assistance with quality initiatives, clinical outreach and pediatric-specific continuing medical education programming for the hospitals’ pediatricians and other clinical staff members,” said Pennock Chief Executive Officer Sheryl Lewis Blake. “The affiliation also provides an opportunity for periodic community education programs and advocacy for children’s health and safety in Barry County.” Bob Connors, MD, president of Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital, said, “This agreement provides a framework for our hospitals to work together to strengthen pediatric care in Hastings and the surrounding communities. It connects Pennock Health Services to a regional system of care for children, dedicated to providing care close to home and links the hospital to a comprehensive children’s hospital.” The official partnership signing between Pennock and the children’s hospital takes place Monday, March 15. �Page 2 — Thursday, March 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner NEWS BRIEFS continued from front page Funds sought for historic documents The board of directors of the Hastings High School Alumni Association has been approved for a matching grant of $1,800 from the Barry Community Foundation to preserve its historical documents through an electronic digitized process and the use of the latest archival materials under the auspices of the Hastings Public Library. The board is now fundraising for the remaining $1,800 and is appealing to all Hastings High School alumni and other interested community members to donate to this project. All donations to preserve the historic documents should be directed to the Barry Community Foundation online or by mail to 629 W. State St., Suite 201, Hastings MI 49058. Note on the check memo line that the donation is for HHSAA. Anyone with questions regarding the project may contact Donna Brown, 269-9482790 or Sharri Wolfe Phillips, 269-945-5515. Katelyn Graybill named Kiwanis Student of the Month City planning commission sends three ordinances to council for approval by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Hastings Planning Commission held three public hearings Monday evening. One hearing was for a modification to an existing ordinance regulating communication antennas. The other two hearings were on proposed ordinances, the first to allow way-finding signs for hospitals and schools to be placed in the public right-of-ways and the second to allow installation of temporary fencing for snow and animal control. There was no public or council comment during any of the public hearings, and the commission approved motions to forward each of the ordinances on to the Hastings City Council with a recommendation for approval. In the wake of Elizabeth Forbes’ resignation as chair of the commission and the death of vice chair V. Harry Adrounie, the commission elected the following officers for 2010: David Hatfield, chair; Elizabeth Forbes, vicechair; and Jeff Mansfield, secretary. Other commissioners include Dave Tossava, Sylvia Treadwell, Susan Bowers, Bill Cusack, Dave Jasperse and Mayor Bob May The commission also discussed its 2010 task list. It also approved the addition the possible rezoning of the portion of the city bordered by Hanover, Michigan and Green streets from apartment-office (A-O) to residential (R-1). Also added to the list was the creation of an False alarm empties TK Middle School by Patricia Johns Staff Writer A fire alarm sounded through the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School at 3:01 p.m. Tuesday, shortly after school had let out for the day. Immediately, students and staff holding after-school activities, emptied the building. Thornapple Township Emergency Services received a call from the building at the same time and responded with a firetruck and an ambulance. Thornapple Kellogg School Superintendent Gary Rider (on left) arrives to meet with Thornapple Township Emergency Services personnel on what turned out to be a false alarm caused by a faulty fire sensor at the middle school Tuesday. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Hastings High School senior Katelyn Graybill, shown here with Kiwanis member Jeff Pratt (left) and her parents, Dan and Sandy Graybill, was named the Hastings Kiwanis Club’s Student of the Month for January. Katelyn is a member of the National Honor Society and in the Top 10. She has been a part of the Key Club for three years, played basketball for two years and has been active in her church’s youth group. She enjoys music and is in band and choir, her church’s worship team, high school musicals and has been accepted into honors bands and honors choirs. In the fall, she plans to attend Spring Arbor University to major in music education. Katelyn has chosen to direct the $50 donated by the club to Chloe’s Wings of Hope to help the family of Chloe Case of Hastings. Local Extension director completes training ordinance to regulate LED signs. Mansfield gave the commission a brief update on the Joint Panning Commission (JPC). He reported that the Barry County Board of Commissioners wanted some changes made to the Preliminary Initial Urban Services Area (PIUSA) in the Joint Future Land Use Plan. He said that the JPC would take the lead in making any revisions, then present them to each governmental unit in the JPC for approval. The commission tabled discussion regarding the potential rezoning of properties south and east of the central business district to the newly created neighborhood edge (NE) zone. Waiting outside, fortunately in the sun, were young athletes, members of after-school clubs and Odyssey of the Mind teams preparing for competition. Most of the people waiting outside did not have their coats, and the young athletes were in shorts. Many ran about keeping warm while waiting for the all-clear signal which allowed them to return into the building. It took about 35 minutes before the all-clear was issued. Middle School Principal Mike Birely and Superintendent Gary Rider met with TTES personnel after TTES had used infrared firedetecting devices throughout the entire building. It was announced that the false alarm had been caused by a faulty sensor, not by someone pulling an alarm. Shawn Hayward, supervisor of operations for the district, said he will be meeting with the sensor company to correct problems with sensors. “The school was emptied to ensure that everyone remained safe,” said Rider. “We are going to see what can be done to prevent dust in sensors — if that is determined to be the cause — from causing future false alarms.” E-Club holds its first meeting in Middleville by Patricia Johns Staff Writer During National Entrepreneurship Week the HomeTown Partners Entrepreneurship Pillar (E-Pillar), in partnership with the Barry County Economic Development Alliance welcomed more than 15 entrepreneurs and those interested in learning more about becoming entrepreneurs to the first meeting of the E-Club on Feb. 25. The first meeting at the MiddleVilla Inn’s Fireside room included some light refreshments for after-work energy, some time to talk with each other and a bit of “speed networking,” where participants shared their stories and business cards. The E-Club is an informal networking group that seeks to connect entrepreneurs with peers who also are looking to start businesses or bring new products to the marketplace. Erin Welker, co-chair of the E-Pillar enjoyed meeting the participants who stopped by the meeting. She said the club allows local entrepreneurs time to meet each other and share ideas. “The E-Pillar has been working toward this for some time,” she added. “It is great that we are kicking off the club during Geoff Moffat (left) talks with Keith Ferris, a member of the HomeTown Partners Entrepreneurship Pillar (EPillar) on his ideas about starting a business. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Entrepreneurship Week.” Keith Ferris, another member of the EPillar, also attended the first club meeting. He said he thinks that local entrepreneurs are great people and this club will give them an opportunity to share their ideas. The E-Club will meet once a month at various locations within Barry County. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 25, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Middleville Village Hall. Brian Zatske and Don Drummond are scheduled to speak. The Middleville Village Hall is at 100 E. Main St. in Middleville. Entry to the meeting is available from both the rear parking lot and the door to the Village Hall on Main Street. Anyone who has started or is considering starting a business or developing a product should contact the Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Alliance at 269-945-2454 for more information. Club meetings are free and open to the public. Chris Peterson, director of the MSU Product Center, presents a certificate to Ginger Hentz. Ginger Hentz, Barry County MSU Extension Director, recently completed innovation counselor/educator training for the Michigan State University Product Center. The course prepares Hentz to work with entrepreneurs and existing businesses to develop new products and businesses. The training included 35 people from Michigan State University Extension, private consultants, economic development agencies and state government. Four economic development people from Wisconsin also were in the class. “The MSU Product Center is pleased to provide this unique training to Ginger and the other people in the class,” said Chris Peterson, director of the center. “The 2010 class is not only the largest class ever to graduate from our program, but also one of the most diverse, with experienced economic development professionals to youth educators who are at the forefront of introducing entrepreneurism to our next generation Michigan citizens.” The MSU Product Center, founded in 2003, helps Michigan entrepreneurs develop and commercialize high-value, consumerresponsive products and businesses in the agriculture, natural resources and bioeconomy sectors. The product center serves more than 1,000 clients through its statewide network of innovation counselors. Richard Chapman (left) who has just started his own business, R2 Photography, tells Andre Wiegand from the Barry County Chamber of Commerce about the entrepreneurship class he is taking. (Photo by Patricia Johns) �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 4, 2010 — Page 3 Barry County’s 25th Walk for Warmth falls short of goal It was cold this past Saturday, and the previous night’s snowfall kept some walkers away, but a dozen walkers and six volunteers fulfilled the Walk for Warmth commitment, raising more than $1,700 to help Barry County families with emergency heating assistance. This fell far short of the $10,000 goal. Hastings’ Mayor Bob May read a proclamation expressing appreciation for the volunteers and donors who made contributions to help their neighbors. He said it is a good thing to do but said it is sad that “we have to do it.” Rev. Steve Reid gave a blessing on the walkers, asking for their safety as they made their way about the city. Many ended their walk at State Grounds for a complementary hot chocolate and cookie. Anyone who wants to contribute to the cause may mail checks to Community Action, 450 Meadow Run, Suite 400, Hastings, 49058. Big Sister Laura Brandt and her Little Sister Kayle Wilkins spend Saturday together raising money to help heat Barry County homes. Walkers are bundled for the cold and ready to start their trek around the city. Northeastern, Southeastern and Central elementaries to present spring musicals Hastings elementary students will present their spring musicals in the coming weeks. Family, friends and the community are invited to the Central Elementary production at 6:15 p.m. Tuesday, March 16; Southeastern at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 18, and Northeastern at 6:30 Monday, March 22. Famous Broadway show tunes will fill the air as each school presents its own spring musical featuring selections from various musicals. At each school, the first through fifth grade students, under the direction of elementary music teacher Melinda Shultz, will sing selections from Disney on Broadway including “The Lion King,” “Beauty and the Beast” and The Little Mermaid,” “Castle on a Cloud” from “Les Miserables,” “Put on a Happy Face” from “Bye Bye Birdie,” plus “Give My Regards to George M. Cohan.” The fourth and fifth grade students, under the direction of Shultz at Southeastern and Northeastern and choir director Patti LaJoye at Central, will sing “Season of Love,” from “Rent,” “Seventy-six Trombones” from The Music Man,” “Happiness,” from “You’re Good Man Charlie Brown” and “You Can’t Stop the Beat” from “Hairspray.” Improvement grant for local trout stream hinges on votes in nationwide contest The Thornapple River Watershed Council, in partnership with the Barry Conservation District, has been chosen as one of eight national finalists to receive a $25,000 grant from MillerCoors brewing company and River Network, a national nonprofit organization working to preserve and restore clean and healthy waters, said Joanne Barnard, executive director of the Barry Conservation District Barnard noted that in order to win the grant the conservation district and the watershed council need help from the community. “This is an online voting competition; the Severe erosion and sedimentation are impacting Quaker Brook, a Type 1 trout stream that runs through parts of Castleton, Maple Grove and Assyria townships, as well as the village of Nashville. If enough votes are cast in a nation-wide contest, a portion of the stream would be used for restoration and education. (Photo courtesy of Joanne Barnard, Barry Conservation District.) finalist with the most votes will win the $25,000 grant, while the runner-up will receive $15,000 and the third place winner will receive $5,000,” she said, noting that voting is open from March 1 to Friday, March 26. To cast votes for the project, supporters should log on to www.rivernetwork.org/forms/votemillercoorsgrantscontest2010 Grant money received by the conservation district and the watershed council will be used toward restoration and the agricultural demonstration project, which will work with a landowner along Quaker Brook, a degraded trout stream, to install riparian buffers and other water quality best-management practices as a demonstration for the Thornapple River Watershed. See the project summary at www.rivernetwork.org/millercoors-watershed-grants-2010-finalists-project-summaries. In its second year, this grant competition was made possible by a $75,000 donation by MillerCoors to River Network. The other finalists are in Safford, Ariz.; Baton Rouge, La.; Nashville, Tenn.; Valparaiso, Ind.; Hamilton, Ohio; Eden, N.C.; and Viroqua, Wis. “You can only vote once, so please pass this on to family and friends and encourage them to vote,” added Barnard. Bob May and Bev Newton from Community Action welcome walkers and thank them for raising funds. Hastings education foundation offers ‘anniversary’ swim The public is being invited to take a dip in the pool to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation (HEEF). The open free swim is set for 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 12 at the Hastings Community Education and Rec Center, located at 520 W. South St. Donations will be accepted for HEEF and placed towards HEEF-supported student enrichment programs. HEEF provides students with enrichment opportunities not available through existing school district funding. During the HEEF swim, Thornapple Kellogg and Hastings Varsity Girls Swim Team members will be assisting in the pool with activities. Children eight years old and under must be accompanied in the pool by an adult. As part of the anniversary celebration on other days and “March is Reading Month,” HEEF Board members will be visiting classrooms to read to students and share how HEEF works and what it does for them. Lake Odessa woman reaches goal of walking 5,000 days by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Hazel Herbert of Lake Odessa set a goal for herself more than 13 years ago: She wanted to walk four miles a day for 5,000 days. On Feb. 15, she reached that goal of 20,000 miles. Every morning at 9 a.m. rain or shine, snow or sleet Herbert starts her walk. It takes her about 70 minutes to cover the four miles. She has three routes, depending on her mood. She used to avoid the Jordan Lake beach in the summer because there was a rough crowd hanging out there. But the rough element has moved on, and she said it is a nice walk in the summer. She doesn’t time herself, so she feels no pressure when friends want to stop for a chat. She has made peace with the dogs along her route, too. “I don’t take water, but I do take a transistor radio,” she said, adding, “it has to be country.” Her mind wanders while she walks, she said. She may pray for awhile and then mentally remodel a house on the route. Herbert said she began her walk as a form of psychological therapy. When her kids left home, she said she was so sad. Her physician suggested walking for her physical and mental health. Hazel’s husband Kendal supports her walking routine. He said he cheers her on while he sits in Meyers’ Home Town Bakery for the morning coffee klatch. “It can’t keep up with her,” he admitted. Besides walking, Herbert is also a regular at 3 C’s gym. The pool at the Hastings Community Education and Rec Center will have an open free swim from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 12 in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation (HEEF). �Page 4 — Thursday, March 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Council’s decision puts community two steps back To the editor: After reading last week’s front page Banner article about relocating the recycling bins to the landfill, my heart sank. It’s disgusting to me that a better solution to the recycle bin misuse could not have been found. Instead, we have taken two steps back as a community and doomed our recycling program completely. First off, I had no idea that the recycle center was only for the use of residents within the city limits. Seems to me that stipulation cuts out a large segment of the Barry County population who want to recycle and have no other outlet to do so. What good is a recycling program that leaves out two-thirds of the community? Additionally, the restrictive hours of the landfill will undoubtedly make an already bothersome chore impossible for the average nine-to-fiver. I agreed that the amount of trash and nonrecyclable items, as well as scavengers, has risen exponentially in the past year and must be stopped, but making recycling impractical for most and completely prohibited for the rest is the draconian solution. A city council that really cared about our planet’s future – and more immediately pressing; our landfill’s future – would find another answer than to demolish our already paltry recycling program. Sarah Hall, Rutland Twp. Changes in recycling will mean more trash To the editor: I have used the Hastings community recycling location for all the years it has been at the present site. I live in Hastings Township and have never noticed a sign stating that the site was for Hastings city residents only. It is disappointing to discover that when the recycle bins are removed to the landfill on North Broadway, only Hastings City residents will have free recycling, and I will have to pay $3.75 for each bag of recycled material I want to leave at Waste Management. I don’t know of any place I can have access to free recycling in Barry County so, regretfully, all of the items will now go in the weekly trash pickup for burial at a landfill. Beverly O’Donnell, Hastings Recall in Prairieville Township is justified To the editor: Is there sufficient justification for a recall election in Prairieville Township? The answer to that question is a resounding “yes,” after you read this letter. First and foremost was the termination of Officer Mark Doster without due process. The officer was never given the opportunity to defend himself in either an open or closed meeting of the township board. This was a cowardly act performed by Supervisor Jim Stoneburner, who should have known the correct procedures. Second, the exorbitant cost to the township for Freedom of Information Act requests under Supervisor Stoneburner. The inability for the supervisor to make reasonable decisions in this area without legal counsel suggests incompetence. Or is he trying to hide something from all of us? Third, the perpetual violation of the Open Meetings Act. Members of this township board, under the guidance of the supervisor, continue to make decisions affecting the citizens of the township without due process and open discussions at meetings. This conveys that the township residents have no say on important decisions that affect our lives. We frequently hear about sensitivity to our concerns, but, in reality it is meaningless. Fourth, the township board has overridden the recommendations of the township planning and zoning commission without due process on merit. With the help of a planning consultant, the planning and zoning commission has consistently made sound decisions for the township. Fifth, there has been considerable turnover of members of the township board due to a lack of cooperation and openness. Citizens are not treated with respect under the present administration, particularly the supervisor’s and clerk’s offices. Lastly, Island City was Delton Area Emergency Medical Service which served Prairieville and Barry townships from Delton. They were shut down Dec. 3, 2009, under emergency order revoking their license by the Michigan Department of Community Health. The department found gross violation of support vehicles, protocol training, lack of proper medical supplies, lack of secured drug boxes, lack of appropriate liability insurance, lack of medical equipment not working and lack of employee handbook and policies regarding infection control, needle sticks, Hazmat and blood-borne pathogens, among other things. These deficiencies could seriously affect the health, safety and welfare of patients requiring service. Had Supervisor Stoneburner looked beyond the ambulance reports at township meetings or below the surface, he should have been aware that the service was grossly negligent and put the townships residents at great risk. How many patients were medically compromised with no investigation panel? It is time for a change. Please sign a petition, soon. Lloyd Goyings, former Prairieville Township Supervisor Plainwell Hastings Public Library gives weekly schedule Thursday, March 4 — winter reading club continues; Movie Memories, Gregory Peck in “Spellbound,” 5 to 8 p.m.; book club for adults discusses Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 5 — Friends of the Library used book sale, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; preschool story time about squirrels, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Saturday, March 6 — Friends of the Library used book sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 9 — toddler story time on St. Patrick’s Day, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; teen advisory board, 6 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 10 — Tween Girls’ COOL Computers, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information. It’s time to pass anti-texting laws Michigan could soon become the 20th state to ban texting while operating a vehicle on Michigan highways. Sometime this week, lawmakers in the Senate will consider two bills that could ban writing or sending a text messages while operating a vehicle. The new law, if passed, would make the violation a secondary offense, meaning law officers would have to find other traffic offenses other than texting to pull you over, but if they found you texting, you would be guilty of a civil infraction. That means the driver would be forced to pay a mandatory fine of $200 for the first offense, and $500 for any subsequent offenses. The new law could amount to some hefty fines, especially when drivers get caught for multiple violations. Proponents of the new law base their analyses on studies conducted by Virginia Tech Transportation Institute. Their research found that a driver looking away from the road for an average of 4.6 seconds becomes 23.2 times more likely to end up causing an accident or becoming involved in a crash than a driver without the additional distraction. And, a Pew Internet and American Life report says that one-third of drivers age 16 and 17 say they text while driving and 48 percent those age 12 to 17 say they’ve been a passenger when the driver was texting. Does the new law go far enough? If texting alone increases a driver’s potential of causing or becoming involved in an accident, should we be banning any cell phone or electronic device that requires a driver to use their hands as part of the operation. In other words, should the state require that hands-free activity only while operating a motor vehicle, especially due to the findings from several studies conducted on the issue? And, should state legislators put some meat in the legislation, allowing police officers to pull anyone over when they feel the driver may be using electronic equipment while driving – rather than having to find other traffic offenses to pull them over. It seems that today’s drivers are trying to handle more activities while behind the wheel. Last week, I was traveling down I-94 toward Ann Arbor, when a young lady passed me with a paperback book in one hand the steering wheel in the other. Many drivers traveling down the road do so are holding a cup of coffee or a cell phone in one hand while traveling at speeds averaging 70 mph on most major highways. When you ask people what they think about the legislation, often they respond, “I don’t have a problem doing two things at one time.” They liken it to riding a bike and chewing gum. Experts say that, on average, when traveling down the highway at 55 mph, if you look away from the road for up to four seconds it’s like traveling the length of a football field. Lawmakers should consider the most serious situation — a driver’s responsibility to make the roadways as safe as possible for other drivers. If you’re on the phone or texting and the vehicle in front of you stops or slows down, and you don’t react in time and rear-end the vehicle, you could kill someone or even yourself, just because you were distracted for a few seconds. A number of years ago, when cell phone use was becoming popular, Michigan legislators talked about banning their use while Generosity is alive and well in Barry County I don’t know if you’ve noticed it or not, but recently we’ve been reporting hundreds of fundraisers of all kinds in our publications. There have been dinners, breakfasts, auctions, dances, karaoke nights — just about everything imaginable as part of a fundraiser. Events have been held for people with huge medical bills, heat and energy shutoffs, food programs, trips for groups, equipment needs — you name it, and there’s been a fundraiser for it. Is it just a sign of the times? It’s not unusual during an economic slowdown for groups of people to look for support. For more than two years now, Michigan has been caught up in this economic crisis impacting people of all ages and economic levels. Our publications have helped many area groups and organizations with their pre-publicity for such events, we’ve also reported some extremely successful campaigns showing that Barry County residents have given generously to many causes throughout the county. It shows the incredible desire of area residents to help when people need it most. It says a great deal about their character and commitment to their neighbors. I served on the Barry County Community Foundation for a number of years, so I experienced first-hand the generosity of the county’s citizens. Over the weekend, I was talking to a friend of mine about the earthquake in Chile. He mentioned that he was talking to a friend who said, “Not another crisis — how much will Americans be expected to donate for this one?” With the economic problems we face here at home, to many, it seems unbearable that we’re expected to contribute to another crisis. But that’s what Americans do — they have a strong religious background that brings them to become a giving people. When they see people hurting, looking for help, they always seem to come through. We come by our reputation naturally for being the most charitable country on earth. Recently, the Barry Community Foundation earned the distinction of being one of the best foundations of its size in the nation. They earned the honors due to the tremendous response they’ve received throughout the county. Congratulations to the foundation and its work throughout Barry County for making this a better place to live for all of us. Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. For wild animals, consider live trapping first To the editor: Among the many programs the Barry County Humane Society offers to the community is financial assistance for “good Samaritans” who find sick or injured stray dogs or cats. Recently, the Humane Society was contacted by a local veterinarian’s office about such a situation. In this particular instance, the animal found and brought in for treatment was a cat that needed its leg amputated. The animal’s leg had been severely injured from a trap. Such an injury is extremely painful to any animal and is completely unnecessary. The Humane Society acknowledges that trapping is a legal activity. However, we would like to point out that, as the above example shows, not all animals caught in traps are the targeted animals the trapper is interested in trapping. The unfortunate cat, dog, or other unwanted animal that stumbles into a trap may be released by the trapper, only to suffer from its wounds and perhaps Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. driving, but the lawmakers didn’t act, knowing it was a hot issue. They didn’t have the guts to ban the use of cell phones or at least call for “hands-free” operation. Now, here we are more than 20 years later and not only are cell phones a problem, but texting and electronic devices have become a huge distraction for drivers, making roadways even more dangerous. It’s time to pass anti-texting legislation and reduce the chances of another horrific accident where people lose their lives just because a driver felt compelled to answer or send a text message while trying to operate a motor vehicle at the same time. eventually die a slow, painful death or is put out of its misery by the trapper. Of course, the pain suffered by the trapper’s targeted animals is no less. Also, if a trapper does not check the trap line regularly, any animal caught in the trap continues to suffer. Some animals have been known to chew their own feet off in order to free themselves of the trap. We realize that there are times that animals need to be removed or relocated for various reasons. We at the Humane Society ask that humane live trapping be considered first, thus saving many animals from pain and death. The Humane Society has assorted sizes of humane live traps available for a nominal rental fee. We would like to also remind readers that traps are another reason to always know where pets are and to have identification on pets at all times. If a pet does become a victim of a trap, hopefully, with identification, the trapper would contact the pet owner about the pet. Mary Fisher, president Kathy Wiggins, consulting coordinator Barry County Humane Society Few made site bad for all recyclers To the editor: The city okayed the move of the recycling site because people do not just leave recyclables. They leave their garbage, which then makes it an eyesore – not city’s job. The landfill is not that much further to go. You can recycle. If you don’t want to drive, Should corporate political spending be limited? Do you think companies should be limited to how much they can spend in support of elections? Does it make a difference if money goes toward local or a national offices or issues? pay a little extra and have curbside recycling pickup. You have options. Other people have made it bad for the good people. Deb James, Hastings The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Mike Evans, Delton: “Yes, I do think there should be a limit. I think that corporate identities should have the same limitations as personal identities, otherwise it just leads to people hiding their contributions.” Norm Barlow, Hastings: “Probably not. If they’ve got the money to spend and they want to spend it, they should be able to.” John Rine, Delton: “I don’t think they should be able to spend any. Big money is running the government, not the average person. I think they should run their businesses and leave government alone.” John Harris, Hastings: “Yes, I think there should be a limit; it doesn’t depend on if it is local or national.” Kay Goodemoot, Lake Odessa: “Yes, there should be caps on what is spent. An amount should be set.” Naomi Wilson, Lake Odessa: “Yes there should be limits — the less the better.” Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 ��Page 6 — Thursday, March 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner ‘Taste of Barry County’ to be held at new location The American Cancer Society (ACS) is inviting everyone in the Barry County community to celebrate cancer survivorship, remember loved ones lost and fight back against cancer at this year’s Relay For Life event. The public is welcome to help kick off the 2010 annual ACS Relay For Life of Barry County from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 18 at the Barry Expo Center, located on M-37 Highway between Middleville and Hastings. “You will not want to miss this year’s event,” said Crystal Parish, ACS community representative. “We will kick off our relay season with the second annual Taste of Barry County where area restaurants will be providing samples of food from their menu in exchange for one or more tickets. Tickets will be sold for $1 each. Although the Relay For Life of Barry County is still months away, now is the time to get involved. “Residents are invited to attend the kick-off celebration to learn more about Relay For Life and how they can become part of an exciting overnight event that can lead to a Worship Together… 77543531 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH The Third Sunday in Lent - March 7 - Worship 8:00 & 10:45; Sunday School 9:30; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. Wed. Worship March 10 - Supper at 6:00 - Worship 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover-grace.org. Rev. Mike Kemper. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday 9 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 11:30 Women’s Bible Study; 1 p.m. Red Cross Blood Drive; 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Saturday - 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 12 p.m. Newsletter Deadline. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 B OSLEY 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 cure for cancer,” Parish said. The actual relay takes place at 12 p.m. Aug. 13 and continues until 12 p.m. Aug. 14 at Tyden Park in Hastings. Relay For Life is the Cancer Society’s signature event, dedicated to increasing awareness and raising funds to fight cancer. Teams of family, friends and coworkers camp out overnight, taking turns walking the track. During the event, participants and visitors will have a chance to: Celebrate the victory of area cancer survivors during the Survivors Lap, remember those lost to the disease during the poignant Luminaria Ceremony, and participate in the new Fight Back Ceremony that gives everyone a chance to proclaim their way of taking action against the disease. Donations can be made to this year’s local Relay For Life event by visiting www.relayforlife.org/barrymi. Community members can also start or join a team by following the links to the local Relay event on that same Web site. For more information on how to get involved or about the kick-off event, contact Crystal Parish at 616-551-4039 or e-mail crystal.parish@cancer.org. American Cancer Society officials say ACS is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by saving lives, diminishing suffering and preventing cancer through research, education, advocacy and service. Founded in 1913 and with national headquarters in Atlanta, the society has 13 regional divisions and local offices in 3,400 communities, involving millions of volunteers across the United States. For more information anytime, call toll free 1-800-ACS2345 or visit www.cancer.org. Churches continue Lenten services During the 40-day season of Lent, some local churches are hosting special services and programs. The following are notices of events submitted by area churches. Hastings Emmanuel Episcopal Church, at 315 W. Center St., will have a Christian education focus at 9 a.m. on ‘Anglicanism 101’and ‘Holy Eucharist Rite’at 10 a.m. Sundays in Lent, up to March 21. On Wednesdays in Lent, through March 24, the church will host a soup and bread supper at 6 p.m. in the Gury Parish House followed at 6:30 p.m. by ‘Lenten Study: Approaches to Prayer’ followed by compline. For more information, call 269-945-3014. First Presbyterian Church, at 231 S. Broadway, will focus on the Penitent Psalms. Sunday services are at 9 and 11 a.m. Grace Lutheran Church, 239 E. North St., (across from Tendercare), will offer a “Bread and Broth” series on Wednesday nights during Lent. The evening begins with a light meal (free-will offering) at 6 p.m., followed by the service at 7 p.m. Sunday services, with Holy Communion for all worshippers, are at 8 and 10:45 a.m., with Sunday school for children and adults beginning at 9:30 a.m. Call the church at 269-945-9414 for more information. Hope United Methodist Church sermons during Lent will focus on the nature of the consumer culture and its effect on thinking. Worship services begin at 10:45 a.m. Middleville Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 908 W. Main St., holds Wednesday Lenten vespers at 7 p.m. preceded by a soup supper at 6 p.m. Sundays in Lent begin with Matins at 8:45 a.m. with Divine Service following at 9:30 a.m. At Middleville United Methodist Church, 111 Church St., the theme of the Lenten season is “Way Stations: Oases of Hope in a Broken World.” Sunday services begin at 9:30 a.m. Orangeville First Baptist Church, 6921 Marsh Road, is holding a series of special sermons each Sunday at 11 a.m. The schedule includes March 7, “Matthew’s View of Calvary;” March 14, “Mark’s View of Calvary;” March 21, “Luke’s View of Calvary; “ and March 28, “John’s View of Calvary.” For more information, call 269-664-6377. St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, 11850 9 Mile Road, have a Lenten series on the trial narratives in the four Gospels and the trials recorded in the book of the Acts of the Apostles, looking at what they may have to teach about Christian discipleship today. Services begin at 9:30 a.m. J-Ad Graphics newspapers will continue to accept information about special Lent and Easter services and events in area churches. Information about special Lenten services or programs should be submitted via e-mail to patricia@j-adgraphics.com. Include name, address and telephone number of the church; it is helpful to include the time of the Sunday service as well. The deadline for information is each Tuesday by 10 a.m. until March 30 for Easter services. This information will be printed on a spaceavailable basis and is a free service. To ensure publication of an event by placing a paid advertisement, call 269-945-9554. Area Obituaries Barbara J. Weeks MIDDLEVILLE, MI - Barbara J. Weeks, age 76, of Middleville, passed away February 25, 2010. Barbara was born in Hastings on June 10, 1933, the daughter of Sylvester and Vera (Ehert) Curtis. A former employee of Baby Bliss, Barbara enjoyed sewing, crossword puzzles and she was an avid reader. On May 17, 1952, she married Morris G. Weeks, and he preceded her in death on December 28, 1995. Barbara is survived by sons, Bradley (Beth) Weeks, of South Carolina, Gregory Weeks of South Carolina, and Brentley (Diane) Weeks of Georgia; a daughter, Kendra (Steve) Mass of Middleville; a brother, Ivan Curtis of Tennessee; a sister, Joyce Vroman, of Saranac; six grandchildren; two great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Barbara was also preceded in death by her parents; a son, Randall, and 13 siblings. A graveside service was conducted Monday, March 1, 2010, at Mount Hope Cemetery, Middleville, Pastor George Speas, officiaiting. Memorial contributions to Barry Community Hospice will be appreciated. Barbara's family is being served by the Beeler Funeral Home, in Middleville. Karl George Wellfare TUSTIN, CA - Karl George Wellfare, age 88, passed away Monday, February 22, 2010 in Tustin, California. Born July 2, 1921, the son of George and Gladys (Coburn) Wellfare, he resided most of his adult life at Algonquin Lake. He had resided in California for the past ten years. He had been a lifelong resident of Rutland Township and was proud of his life and community. He married Jean Kantner on June 26, 1946. Karl worked 46 years for the Tyden/Viking Corporation and retired as Superintendent of Maintenance in 1986. As a veteran, he served in WWII with the 533rd Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion in the North African and European theatres of operation. He was a veteran life member of the I.O.O.F. Lodge and longtime member of the American Legion and the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. He served as president of his community association at Algonquin Lake and his homeowners association in California. In addition, he previously served as treasurer of the Algonquin Lake School Board. Karl was preceded in death by his wife, parents and a sister, Beverly Wellfare. Surviving are his children, Sharon (Brent) Parsons of Canadian Lakes and David (Georgeann) Wellfare of San Pedro, California. In addition, he leaves one brother, Donald Wellfare and four grandchildren, Eric Parsons of Howell, Amy Roth of St. Joseph, Karl Wellfare of Lakewood, Ohio and Carrie Liebich of Anchorage, Alaska and many great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Karl were held at Lauer Family Funeral Homes-Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings on Monday, March 1, 2010. Interment followed in Rutland Township Cemetery. Please share a memory with Karl’s family at www.lauerfh.com. Kenneth F. Nye DOWLING, MI - Kenneth F. Nye, of Dowling, died peacefully in his sleep February 25, 2010, after a long battle with COPD. Ken was born December 15, 1929 in Eaton Rapids, the son of Howard and Edith (Plantz) Nye and raised in the Delton area with stints at Higgins Lake. A 1946 graduate of Delton High School, Ken joined the United States Air Force. Disabled during his military career in 1953, and honorably discharged in 1954, Ken held many jobs in his 80 years. Ken lived in the Dowling area for over 40 years and was known for his acts of kindness; including snow plowing neighbors’ driveways without their knowledge. On January 7, 1954, in Denver; Ken married E. Emily Montoya who survives. He is also survived by children, Deborah Waite of Battle Creek, Linda Gardner of Hastings, Thomas (Cheryl) Nye of Hastings, Bradley (Penny) Nye of Hastings, and Tim (Laura) Nye of Indiana; nine grandchildren and several great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Ernest, Phillip, and Flutell, and a sister, Howardine Holmes. A memorial service was conducted Monday, March 1, 2010, at Hickory Corners Bible Church, pastor Jeff Worden officiating. Burial was private. Memorial contributions to Hickory Corners Bible Church will be appreciated. Please visit www.williams-goresfuneral.com to view or sign Ken's online guest book. The family is being served by the Williams Gores Funeral Home. Norma Alta (Biggs) Sothard Norma Alta (Biggs) Sothard, age 90, died peacefully at Carveth Village in Middleville early Sunday morning, February 28, 2010. She had resided there for more than three years. Norma was born on September 27, 1919 in Hastings. She was the eldest of three daughters born to Clarence A. and Minnie Belle (Roush) Biggs. Because her father worked for the railroad the family moved frequently during her early years. She attended schools in Hastings, Eaton Rapids, Charlotte and Nashville, graduating from Nashville High School in 1937. That fall Norma entered the University of Michigan School of Nursing. She loved her classes but found dorm life too difficult, thus dropping out and returning to Nashville before the first semester was completed. Shortly thereafter she enrolled at the Lamar Beauty Academy in Battle Creek and completed a one year program in cosmetology. On Easter Sunday, March 24, 1940, Norma was united in marriage to Donald Sothard. The ceremony took place at the home of her parents in Nashville. They celebrated 67 years of marriage prior to his death in 2007. Norma was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Norma held various positions during her working career including beauty operator, organist for Leonard Funeral Home, IBM operator at Hastings Manufacturing Co., cashier at the former A&P store, as well as Felpausch Food Center, secretary for the Barry County Selective Service Office, and payroll clerk at Thornapple Manor. She always had an interest in the medical field and at the age of 62, in 1982, she fulfilled her desire of becoming a nurse when she graduated from KCC’s licensed practical nursing program with a 4.0 GPA. She then went on to work at Thornapple Manor before eventually retiring to care for her grandchildren. Norma was an accomplished seamstress, there wasn’t anything she couldn’t sew. She was also a beautiful pianist (mainly self taught), and she found great joy in singing. Music was essential to her happiness from an early age. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Hastings, singing in the choir for many years. She was a founding member of the Lakewood Area Choral Society making many long lasting friendships within that group. Norma deeply instilled the love of music in each of her four children. Norma and Don upon retirement, spent many happy winters in Pharr, Texas. They loved to square dance, having belonged to the Ringo Swingo Square Dance Club in Hastings, and made many new friends while square dancing in Texas. Ill health eventually forced them to stop traveling and stay year round in Hastings. Norma is survived by her four children, David Sothard of Buckeye, AZ, Donna (Eldon) Mathews of Hastings, Tom (Cheryl) Sothard of East Jordan, and Martha (Frank) Misak of Hastings; nine grandchildren and eight great grandchildren; a sister, Frances Jones of Bloomfield Hills; four nieces and one nephew. She was preceded in death by her husband, Don; sister, Genevieve Struble; brothers-inlaw, Emerson Struble, Stanley Jones and Gordon Sothard; and sister-in-law, Betty Sothard, as well as an infant brother in 1918. Norma loved her family fiercely. She loved the Lord, and she loved life, always ready with a smile and an encouraging word. She received exceptional care from all of the staff at Carveth Village and from hospice at the very end. The family requests memorial contributions be made to Carveth Village in Middleville with designation to the activities department. Cremation has taken place. Her family will hold a celebration of her life at a later date. Arrangements have been provided by Lauer Family Funeral Homes-Wren Chapel of Hastings. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 4, 2010 — Page 7 Lakewood school board may connect district with network by Helen Mudry Staff Writer At the Feb. 22 meeting, Lakewood Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Mike O’Mara said the district had a “a rare opportunity to possibly connect all of the district buildings with fiber.” He explained that the Mid-Michigan Cross Agency Collaboration would be applying for a $5 million stimulus grant to provide robust broadband services to the rural Ionia County area. According to the rationale, “By committing a similar amount from our capital projects funds that we may spend from bond funds to connect Woodland and West [elementary schools], we can connect all our buildings, if the grant is accepted. If the grant is not accepted, we could still choose to fund our own fiber project with a delay in the project and some potential minimal cost to re- inspect the poles,” said O’Mara. The board, with members David Lind, Mark Woodman and Jeff Gibbs absent, approved a commitment of $120,000 of capital projects funds to the grant as capital matching funds, should the grant be funded. O’Mara said the underground fiber optic cable would have 144 fibers, and Lakewood would own 12 of them. He was told by the Mid-Michigan Cross Agency Collaboration that the Lakewood School District, which includes parts of four counties, is just what the grant is designed for. If the grant is approved and the fiber laid, Lakewood communities would benefit from the broadband services, he said. O’Mara admitted he was initially skeptical, thinking it was too good to be true, but after consulting with others in the district and the ISD, he said he feels confident it is a valid opportunity. In other business, the board of education: • Accepted the $235,030 bid of Pylman Power for electrical work at West Elementary. At the Feb. 8 board meeting, the electrical bid was not awarded with the other bids so that Beckering Advisor, the contractor for the project, could further review the bid of $214,045 from Wilcox and Dyer, out of Clarksville. Keith Wilcox attended the Feb. 8 board meeting and spoke to the board about his bid. Beckering and board member Brian Potter said they felt Pylman Power was better able to complete the work during the short time frame over the summer. • Agreed in a vote that “it is not in the best interest of the district” to place a vocational/technical educational 1-mill question before the voters at a May 4 election. Over the past few years, Lakewood High School has been sending vocational education students to Lansing Community College (LCC) rather than Heartlands in Ionia. Currently, 39 Lakewood students attend LCC for vocational education. • Discussed the budget. The board will have to cut $2.8 million from the current budget. O’Mara addressed the board members, saying they will be asked to make difficult decisions. “The state is not going to save us,” he said. O’Mara then rhetorically asked that the state make the school funding stable; something the district can count on from year to year. O’Mara has repeatedly said everything is on the table when is come to budget cuts, and transportation is no exception. Some possibilities being considered are to eliminate busing for the high school and change start times so the middle school and elementary school students would ride on the same routes. Eliminating high school busing would save the district $175,933. This has to be balanced with the reality that the district may lose students to neighboring districts if busing is eliminated, he said. On one day’s survey, 274 high school students rode the bus, 360 from the middle school, 276 from West, 89 from Woodland, 75 from Sunfield and 77 from Clarksville, for a total of 1,151 students. The state does not require the district provide busing, but the district is not allowed to charge for busing. The next school board meeting will be 7 p.m. Monday, March 8, in the middle school media center. Attorney General issues reverse mortgage consumer alert Gordon and Delilah (Durbin) Bennett of Hastings will celebrate 50 years of marriage today, February 27, 2010. Children of the couple are Christine Zinn and Cynthia Bennett. Gordon and Delilah have three granddaughters, Laura and Callan Martin and Alicia Zinn who are all in college. A family gathering will celebrate this event in their lives. Newborn Babies Ella Marie, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 15, 2010 at 8:17 a.m. to Nate and Marie Allyn of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 5 ozs. and 19 1/4 inches long. ***** Violet Rae, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 16, 2010 at 1:28 p.m. to Chelsa Case and Gordon Bivens of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 2 ozs. and 19 inches long. She joins the Bivens family which consists of Hailey, age 8 and Chance, age 10. Violet’s proud grandparents are David and Denise Case of Hastings and Ken and Becky Bivens of Hastings. Jonah David Isaiah, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 17, 2010 at 7:41 p.m. to Lindsey Baughn and Mike Hamp of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 14 ozs. and 20 1/2 inches long. ***** Karagan Grace Calley, born Feb. 25, 2010 at 6:34 p.m. to Brian and Julie Calley of Portland. Weighing 7 lbs. 7 ozs. and 20.5 inches long. Marriage Licenses Andrew Joseph Bluhm, Middleville and Barbara Jo Bainbridge, Middleville. Mark Aaron Brunink, Hastings and Ginger Lynn Zoulek-Adgate, Hastings. Derek Anthony Burandt, Hastings and Tiffany Louise Courtade, Hastings. Nicholas Charles Canfield, Clarksville and Kayla Brianne Wells, Hastings. Joseph Eric Kujala, Hastings and Bobbetta Lee Boster, Hastings. Scott Gordon Palmatier, Lake Odessa and Mi Suk Palmatier, Lake Odessa. 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A right of rescission allows a borrower to cancel the mortgage within three days of closing without penalty. • Visit www.seniorbrigade.com for more information about reverse mortgages and other issues of interest to seniors. For more information, contact the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division, PO Box 30213, Lansing, MI 48909; call 517-3731140; toll free 877-765-8388; fax: 517-2413771; or log on to www.michigan.gov/ag (online complaint form). Michigan attorney general consumer alerts are available at www.michigan.gov/ag. K.A. Mueller Accounting Professional, Personal & Economical Business Accounting, Planning and Consulting Services. Over 50 Years of Accounting, Tax and Management Experience Working For You. 77543802 221 South Jefferson, Hastings Phone: (269) 945-3547 9809 Cherry Valley Ave (M-37), Caledonia Phone: (616) 891-2507 Salon JEFF BISSETT of Delton Kellogg High School on your fine year in wrestling! The Small business workshop series offered In partnership with Leadership Barry County and Kellogg Community College, the Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Alliance are offering a small business workshop series. All classes are held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Mondays during March at KCC’s Fehsenfeld Center. The series includes classes presented by the Michigan Small Business and Technology Development Center. Classes include Fundamentals of Writing a Business Plan on March 8, and Fundamentals of Business Marketing on March 15, Moving Beyond the Shoebox, Accounting 101, March 22 by Walker, Fluke and Sheldon, PLC and Financing Your Business by Firstbank of West Michigan on March 29. The series is designed to give those who currently own or are thinking of starting a business basic principles and strategies to apply to improve or start a successful venture. To register, call the Barry County Chamber of Commerce at 269-945-2454 or e-mail andre@barrychamber.com. Classes are $10 each for Chamber of Commerce members and Leadership Barry County alumni and $25 each for the general public. make certain they understand all the conditions that can cause their loan to become due. The amount a consumer will owe on a reverse mortgage will equal all the loan advances received (including advances used to finance the loan or to pay off prior debt), plus all the interest that accrued on the loan balance. If this amount is less than the home is worth when it is time to pay back the loan, then the borrower (or borrower’s estate) keeps whatever amount is left over. With most reverse mortgages, a borrower can never owe more than the home is worth. The technical term for this cap on debt is a “non-recourse limit.” It means that the lender, when seeking repayment of a loan, generally does not have legal recourse to anything other than the home’s value and cannot seek repayment from the heirs. Be aware that since the home will likely need to be sold to pay back the reverse mortgage, these types of loans may not be a good option if one wants to will the home to family. Other consumer protection tips from the Michigan attorney general include: • Consult with an independent financial advisor to find out what reverse mortgage package best suits the financial situation and needs. • Those who do not have a financial advisor should discuss their situation with a counselor approved by the HUD; call 1-800-5694287 to find a counselor. • Be sure to understand all the costs and fees associated with the reverse mortgage. • Find out whether the reverse mortgage being considered is federally insured. This will 22443 M-37 Ste. B, Battle Creek (Just South of Dowling) (269) 962-0707 ~ From Your #1 Fan GOOD LUCK AT STATE! Walk-Ins Welcomed 42-7 KVA Champ District Champ 135 lbs. 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There are no minimum asset, income or credit requirements to qualify for most reverse mortgages. As with all mortgages, costs and fees are connected to securing a reverse mortgage. Fees include those associated with loan origination, mortgage insurance premiums, closing costs and monthly servicing fees. These fees often are higher than the fees associated with traditional mortgages and home equity loans. Consumers should make sure they understand all the costs and fees associated with the reverse mortgage and be aware that choosing to finance the costs associated with a reverse mortgage will increase the loan balance and accrue interest during the life of the loan. Borrowers generally do not have to repay the reverse mortgage as long as they and any other borrowers continue to live in the home, pay property taxes, maintain homeowners insurance and keep the property in good repair. The reverse mortgage lender may include other conditions that will make the reverse mortgage payable, so consumers should read the loan documents carefully to 77543841 Social News reverse mortgages, and understand the repayment obligations for these mortgages. Reverse mortgages allow homeowners to convert equity in their homes into cash while retaining ownership. Equity is the difference between the market value of property and the amount owed on a mortgage. The reverse mortgage gets its name because instead of making monthly loan payments to a lender, the homeowner receives payments from the lender. As the lender makes payments to the homeowner, the amount he or she owes on the loan increases and equity decreases. Although homeowners are not responsible for making monthly payments on the loans because they remain the owner of the home, they will continue to be responsible for paying property taxes, maintaining homeowners insurance and making necessary repairs. The following is a brief summary of the different types of reverse mortgages: • Home equity conversion mortgage. The HECM is the most popular reverse mortgage. HECMs are insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), which is part U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The FHA guarantees that lenders will meet their obligations. HECMs are only offered by federally approved lenders who are required to follow strict rules imposed by the federal government. The FHA tells HECM lenders how much they can lend, based on a person’s age and their home’s value. Further, the homeowner must undergo reverse mortgage counseling as a condition to obtaining this type of loan. For more information regarding the HECM, log on to www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hecm/hecmhom e.cfm. • Single-purpose reverse mortgages. Payments received through these reverse mortgages can only be used for certain purposes, such as home repairs, home improvements, or paying property taxes. These types of reverse mortgages are offered by state and local governments, or nonprofit lenders, and are usually the least expensive reverse mortgages. They are often only available to lowto moderate income homeowners. • “Proprietary” Reverse Mortgages. Some banks and financial institutions offer their own reverse mortgages. These loans are backed by the private companies that provide them; they are not insured by the federal government. 77543834 The office of Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox recently released a consumer alert regarding reverse mortgages. Reverse mortgages have become an increasingly popular option for seniors who need to supplement their retirement income, pay for unexpected medical expenses or make needed repairs to their homes. Before entering into a reverse mortgage, however, consumers should understand what a reverse mortgage is, understand the types of reverse mortgages that are available, know the costs and fees associated with (269) 948-3387 77543540 Dennis Thiss, Owner Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply 77543846 Personal or business simple or complex tax preparation you can trust! 269-945-9452 Hastings - Ionia 616-522-0792 �Page 8 — Thursday, March 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa The Lake Odessa area Historical Society will meet Thursday, March 11, at 7 p.m. at the Freight House. The speaker will be Darwin Bennett, whose topic will be the Algodon-Anway School and its pupils. Visitors are welcome. Reports will be given from the baked goods sale and art show held last weekend. Plans will be announced for the coming doll and toy show on the last weekend of March. The “Bonanza Bugles” went in the mail last week. The Ionia County Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, March 13, at 1 p.m. at the Freight House. The library will be open until 5 p.m. Central United Methodist Church is holding a weekly prayer service and communion on the Thursdays of Lent. The service is John Wesley’s Evening Prayer TOWNSHIP OF HOPE Notice of Budget Public Hearing The Hope Township Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed township budget for fiscal year 2010-11 at 5463 South M-43 Hwy., Hastings, MI, on Monday, March 15, 2010, at 6:30 p.m., the regular Board meeting to follow. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection at the Township Hall. This notice is posted in compliance with PA267 of 1976 as amended (Open meetings Act), MCLA 41.72a (2)(3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act. (ADA). The Hope Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon five days notice to the Hope Township Board. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Hope Township Board by writing or calling the following: Linda Eddy-Hough, Hope Township Clerk 5463 S. M-43 Hwy., Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 948-2464 77543543 RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW The Board of Review will meet on Tuesday, March 2, 2010, at 9:00 AM, in the office of the Assessor at Rutland Charter Township hall, 2461 Heath Road, Hastings, Michigan, to organize and review the Assessment Roll. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING to hear Assessment APPEALS will be held at the RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP HALL, 2461 Heath Road, Hastings, Michigan on: MONDAY, MARCH 8, 2010 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10, 2010 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM 9:00 AM to NOON 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM 1:00 Pm to 4:00 PM Also, any other days deemed necessary to equalize the Assessment Roll. PROPERTY ASSESSMENT RATIOS & FACTORS FOR 2010 CLASS Agriculture Commercial Industrial Residential Development Personal RATIO 51.33% 56.79% 50.43% 52.13% -0-0- MULTIPLIER .9740 .8804 .9914 .9591 -0-0- The above ratios and multipliers do not mean that every parcel will receive the same. If you have purchased property, it will be assessed at 50% of market value. If you have improved your property such as additions, new buildings, driveways, etc., this will also reflect in the value of your property. Upon request of any person who is assessed on said roll, or his agent, and upon sufficient cause being shown, the Board of Review will correct the assessment of such property and will, in their judgment, make the valuation thereof relatively just and equal. Dennis McKelvey, Assessor RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP 2461 Heath Road Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 948-2194 77543489 HOPE TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Thursday, March 18, 2010 - 7:00 p.m. at the HOPE TOWNSHIP HALL 5463 S. M-43 To consider an application for a Special Exception Use Permit for a dog kennel per the Hope Township Zoning Ordinance at 4409 Anders Rd. Hastings MI 49058 also known as Hope Township Parcel Number 0807-004-003-00. The information about this request may be viewed Mondays 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Wednesdays 1:00 Pm - 3:00 PM or Thursdays 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM at the Hope Township Hall, 5463 S. M-43 Highway. Written comments will be accepted by the Clerk by mail or during regular business hours in regard to the above request up to close of business the day of the public hearing. Hope Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing, to individuals with disabilities at the hearing upon five days notice to the Hope Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Hope Township Clerk Linda Eddy-Hough by writing or calling the clerk at the address or telephone number listed below. A meeting of the Planning Commission will be held immediately following the hearing to decide on the above requests and any other business that may legally come before this Board. Jim L. Carr Zoning Administrator 5463 S. M-43 Highway Hastings, MI 49068 (269) 948-2464 77543832 based on the Evensong of the Anglican Church from whence he came. This meets at 6:15 p.m. The Good Friday service for the Lakewood community will be held at Central UMC Friday, April 2. The art show at the Depot complex last weekend was a success with a steady flow of visitors both Saturday and Sunday. A new display with spotlights on each surface was a surprise addition. Each of the four alcoves was filled with paintings. One held society holdings of military art done by artist Slade about whom a good description was available on the Internet. The paintings came from a descendant of Dr. Crane, an early physician whose office was on Fourth Avenue north of the railroad. He had a fenced area south of his office where he raised chickens. His office was about the spot where Three C’s exercise place is now located. On display were paintings by Gaylia Brown, Orpha Enz-Desgranges, Alice Bulling, Delores McMillen, Carol Sulser, Gaylord Flory, Karen Anway, four generations of the Lambert family with names of Schwarting, Villaneauva and DeHoog besides the Lamberts’ father and son Clare and Jack. Two paintings by Miss Mary Powell of rural Ionia were also in the spotlight. They had been selected by the art department of MSU to go on a year-long tour of Michigan cities during the Bicentennial of the USA. They were part of a select group to tour chosen from the 1,000 or so which had been photographed on 35 mm film to show what was being painted before 1914. As a result of this showing, relatives who had never met came together at the show. The owner of one was Tammy (Normington) Rooker of Grand Ledge. She met distant cousins Rex and Peggy Powell of Maryland and Marge Powell of Ionia. At the show also she saw her greataunt Mary Roush and Mary’s daughter, Elaine Evans. Not family, but Peggy Powell who is a tour guide for Hartzler tours met Lynda Cobb who had been with her in a contest at Ionia when both were high school students. She had then been Peggy Scott of Saranac. People with a rural background will recognize the name of Dale Ball, former commissioner of agriculture for the state of Michigan. His obit in a recent newspaper reported that he began college at East Lansing with only $20 in his pocket. He slept above the cattle barn, worked at Kewpee for his food, wrestled as a sport, graduated with a degree in animal husbandry. In his later years, he was recognized as having been a varsity football ticket holder for 70 years, longer than any other alumnus, oldest living varsity athlete, the oldest male at Kedzie reunions. He was noted for having escorted groups of Michigan farmers to Russia and other Soviet countries in the 1960s, another group to Japan in the 60s and a group to China in the 1970s. George and Judy Johnson have returned from some time in Hawaii. A gem of a compliment by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters A scientific friend I work with paid me a compliment last summer that still rings in my little head. She said the garnet earrings I had on that day looked good. It was true (I modestly admit), but that’s not what impressed me. She next asked if I had found the garnets myself. Now that’s the way to make geologists really appreciate you as a human being. Give ‘em credit for a good find. Garnets are my favorite gems. I guess that’s because it’s not really that tough to bring back good garnets at the end of the day in many localities across the U.S. There are many spots in the country you can take children garnet hunting with guaranteed success, something that obviously cannot be said of diamond quests. And once kids get hooked (or you do), there are lots of ways to move up the ladder of difficulty — because there are no less than six basic types of the gems and because some beautiful garnets are exceedingly rare. Even some of the common garnet types have spectacular features – something that can put some zing into the hunt. In the rough, most undeformed garnets have 12 sides. (The crossword puzzle term for that form is “dodecahedral.”) A photographer friend I work with just gave me a nice dodecahedral garnet he found. The example I have on my desk is dark purple, but garnets vary from purple or red to essentially any color of the rainbow. (When they are attacked by rain and the elements, they turn a bit brown on the outside, but the 12-sided shape remains quite clear.) Near my home in the Pacific Northwest, we have the sole locality in North America for what’s known as star garnets, and they are the state gem of Idaho. They are dark purple, and you might not give them much attention, stepping over them in the field, thinking they are much like other garnets. But if you polish a star garnet into a dome shape (called a cabochon, another term that can turn up in crosswords), you’ll see a star of light as you turn the gem around in your hand. The fetching effect comes from a different mineral, one that grows in a needle shape inside the garnet. The fortunate flaw, if you will, creates a special effect with light that improves the dark garnet immensely. While no star garnet is as valued as a good diamond, they are seriously sought after and occasionally sell for tidy sums. But garnets are much more than pretty baubles to geologists. When we’re lucky, they tell us information about the time and pressure history of a rock. Their chemical composition can function like a thermometer, one that gets “stuck” at the high temperature so we can still read it even when we’re holding the cool rock in our hands. All of that is really useful to geologists, because we are basically historians — we want to know the history of the planet, including the temperature history of metamorphic mountain-building episodes, meteorite impacts and more. It might surprise you to learn that chemists can make garnets in the lab these days — just as they can make rubies and sapphires. Personally, I think the gems we humans make are “real” gems. Plus, they are generally a lot purer than Mother Nature’s, quite magnificent to behold. So before you fork over any significant amount of money for the Earth’s garnets — or any natural gemstone — you might care to spend some days meditating on the deep philosophical differences between value and cost. With all the money you save by not buying natural gems, you’ll have plenty to finance good camping trips next summer to look for mica, garnets and other common minerals — just for the sheer joy of the hunt. And in the meanwhile, if you live in the parts of the country that have been hit hard by a tough winter, you’ll have some great summer day-dreaming to see you through the last of our dark evenings. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at www.rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Sciences at Washington State University. Yankee Springs fire ordinance draws sparse attendance by Fran Faverman Staff Writer Unlike other meetings where the number of attendees is between 75 and 100 persons, the Thursday, Feb. 25 meeting, had about 10 people plus the official recorder of the proceedings joining the four members of the board to discuss the open-burning ordinance. In addition to Supervisor Al McCrumb, Treasurer John Jerkatis and trustees Mary Cook and Jack Finkbeiner were present. Janice Lippert, clerk, was absent due to illness. Billed as a community information meeting when notice of the meeting was published a month ago, the meeting commenced with McCrumb saying, “The board will handle this meeting.” He went on to say that there was some confusion about what the proposed ordinance would do. “The idea is to give the township some teeth into burning,” he commented. “It is not a ban on campfires or hot dog roasts.” Robert Reahm, a Gun Lake resident, asked what can be burned. He was advised by Finkbeiner to look at the definitions in the ordinance. Dave Middleton, fire chief and director of Thornapple Township Emergency Services, the prime mover behind the proposed ordinance, sought to clarify matters for Reahm, saying that a burn permit is required for leaves. He added that special permits were available for burning large trees when clearing lots. “It protects residents from nuisances,” explained Middleton. “We have to have a local ordinance to enforce state law.” McCrumb ventured, “A lot is consideration of your neighbors. You can’t burn garbage or diapers. Watch wind direction.” A resident of Barlow Lake who refused to be identified, said she wanted the ordinance to have more teeth, specifically a 9 p.m. firesout provision. She said they are forced to shut their windows before 9 p.m. because of the smoke, “What can you do for us,” she asked. “Call us,” Middleton replied. “If there is smoke, we’ll order the neighbor to extinguish the fire the first time. If it continues to be a problem, we can cite them.” “Ninety-nine percent of the people already do what it proposes; it will affect only those who callously disregard their neighbors.” Trustee Mary Cook Middleton also clarified the banning of campfires, saying, “Only the governor can ban campfires. The DNR can ban other burning.” He added, “Most of the time, you will see us only if there is a complaint.” Bill Baughman, who lives on South Patterson Road, asked about leaf-burning in windrows and to right-of- way minimums. He queried the wisdom of leaf-burning in ditch- es, noting that many ditches extend about six feet from the roadway. A limit of six feet from the edge of the water on waterfront property — both lakefront and channels — according to Middleton, was set by the DNR and was simply adopted in the proposed ordinance. Shane Vandenberg, a township resident, shifted the focus of the discussion, saying, “You have a pretty good document. I can live with this. I’m probably the biggest burner in the township.” Middleton responded, thanking people for their help. “The process was painful in part, but helpful,” said Cook. “Ninety-nine percent of the SPECIAL MEETING, continued on page 11 PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW 2010 WILL BE HELD AT THE PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP HALL, 10115 S. NORRIS ROAD, DELTON MI 49046 ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: Tuesday, March 2 - Organizational Meeting - 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 8 - Appeals Hearing - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Friday, March 12 - Appeals Hearing - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Friday, March 19 - Appeals Hearing - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Please call 269-623-2664 for appeals appointment or a written protest may be sent to address above and shall be received by March 19, 2010. The Board of Review will meet as many more days deemed necessary to hear appeals and equalize 2010 assessments. Tentative ratios and estimated multipliers for each class of real and personal for 2010 are as such: Agricultural Commercial Industrial Residential Personal Ratio 49.19% 57.59% 55.84% 49.28% 50.00% Multiplier 1.0165 0.8682 0.8954 1.0146 1.0000 Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Jill Ownes, Clerk, Prairieville Township, 269-623-2994 at least seven (7) days in advance of hearing appeal. Board of Review Members Lee Seguin, Jim Fish and Ken Craft. Jim Stoneburner, Secretary of Board of Review 77543213 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 4, 2010 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of with Esther Walton Barry’s population climbs 3,570; tax payments adjusted Complete Census for Townships, Towns Gives County 26,183; Treasurer Clark Figures Sales, Intangible Distribution With the 23rd decennial census set to begin April 1, Banner staff checked the archives for census stories. Here’s the second of a threepart series on the 1950 U.S. Census. ***** October 18, 1951 County Treasurer Boyd Clark has completed recomputing the sales tax and intangible tax payments for Barry County’s governmental units based on the corrected 1950 census figures and $11,641.03 will be “redistributed” under the new census. Tax payments were made to the 16 townships, the four towns and Hastings under the 1940 census while, starting in May of 1950, they were received from the State on the 1950 census making an adjustment to individual units necessary on receipt of the actual 1950 census figures. Ten townships and Woodland, Nashville and Freeport received the overpayments which totaled $11,641.03, while the other six townships plus Hastings and Middleville will have additional funds coming to them under the adjustment. The correct 1950 census figure for Barry County is 26,183, a gain of 145 over the unofficial figure announced in June of 1950. The figure represents an increase of 3,570 over the 1940 census of 15.787 percent. Hastings population jumped from 1940’s 5,175 to 6,096 – a gain of 921 over the 1940 census. The population of the governmental units in Barry follow: Township 1950 Assyria 1,010 Baltimore 1,035 Barry 1,576 Carlton 1,062 Castleton 1,005 Hastings Twp. 1,152 Hope 1,140 Irving 875 Johnstown 1,521 Maple Grove 884 Orangeville 1,005 Prairieville 1,110 Rutland 996 Thornapple 961 Woodland 882 Yankee Springs 590 Hastings City 6,096 Freeport 452 Middleville 1,047 Nashville 1,374 Woodland Village 410 County Total 26,183 *Decrease 1940 1,029 967 1,189 1,003 895 950 977 769 1,090 858 889 794 821 838 883 567 5,175 405 833 1,279 402 22,613 Gain or Loss *19 68 387 59 110 202 163 106 431 26 116 316 175 123 *1 23 921 47 214 95 8 3,570 Among the communities, Middleville had the highest percentage of population increase, 25,690, while Hastings was next with an increase of 17,797 percent. Freeport jumped 11.604 percent while Nashville increased just 7.427 percent and Woodland village had eight more persons or an increase of 1.990 percent. Only two townships lost in the 10-year period, Assyria dropped 19 and Woodland one. Johnstown and Prairieville townships had the highest percentage of increase. Prairieville jumped 39.798 and Johnstown 39.541 percent. The development of lake areas is reflected in the population figures. On receipt of the new census figures for the governmental units, Treasurer Clark had to refigure what each would have received based on the new census, and what each actually received of the $323,732.38 distributed under the 1940 census. Then he had to make the adjustments which will be “paid” or made up in future distributions. Townships which received more money than they should have had the distribution been made under the 1950 census include Assyria, $2,243.51; Baltimore, $1,046.79; Carlton, $1,228.37; Castleton, $386.97; Irving $190.47; Maple Grove, $1353.34; Orangeville, $301.06; Thornapple, $114.96; Woodland, $1,735.97; Yankee Springs, $822.41. Freeport was overpaid $209.43, Nashville $1,321.97 and Woodland $685.78. Hastings will receive “back” payments of $1,285.92 and Middleville $1,019.94. Townships which will receive added revenue include Barry, $2,464.04; Hastings, $643.18; Hope, $108.26; Johnstown, $3,201.31; Prairieville. $2358.23 and Rutland, $561.15. Instead of receiving the $74,086.37 paid under the 1940 census, Hastings should have received $75,372.29. Freeport received $5,798.06 instead of $5,588.63, Middleville received $11,925.39 instead of $12,945.33, Nashville$18,310.43 when the village should have received $16,988.46 and Woodland received $5,755.11 instead of only $5,069.33. Payments were made under the 1940 census while distributed by the State under the 1950 census for the county because the breakdown for the governmental units was not available. When the adjusted tax distributions are made, the townships will have received the following totals: Assyria $12,487.86; Baltimore $12,796.97; Barry $19,486; Carlton $13,130.79; Castleton $12,426.04; Hastings $14,243.58; Hope $14,095.21; Irving $10,818.70; Johnstown $18,805.98; Maple Grove $10,929.97; Orangeville $12,426.04; Prairieville $13,724.29; Rutland $12,314.76; Thornapple $11,882.02; Woodland $10,905.24 and Yankee Springs $7,294.89. While Barry County’s new population represents an increase of 3,570 over the 1940 figure, it is only 766 higher than the 25,315 registered in the 1880 census. Since that time the census has varied from 22,000 upwards but up to the 17th decennial census had never reached the 1880 figure. What does low inflation mean for bond owners? If you’re like many people, you may pay a lot of attention to the day-to-day price movements of your investments. But to create and maintain an effective investment strategy, you also need to look at the “big picture” — specifically, the economic and market forces that can affect your investments’ performance. And one of those factors is inflation. Of course, inflation has been fairly tame lately. In fact, some consumer prices fell through much of 2009, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Will the mild inflation environment continue? It’s risky to try to predict the course of any economic development. Yet some key signs point to continued low inflation. For one thing, unemployment remains stubbornly high. Fewer people working means fewer people spending, which lowers the demand for goods and services. Also, we are currently not producing anywhere near as much as we could, given our productive capacity, according to the Federal Reserve (Fed). When this gap exists, the economy can typically expand without triggering higher inflation. If inflation does remain low for the near term, the Fed is unlikely to raise short-term interest rates significantly; it typically raises rates in an effort to “cool down” an overheated economy. Consequently, if inflation stays low, you may be looking at continued low interest rates, at least for a while. This would affect all types of investments, but it’s especially relevant to fixed-income vehicles, such as bonds. Assuming short-term rates stay low for a while, what opportunities should you consider for your bonds? For one thing, you may want to expand your holdings beyond shortterm bonds; longer-term bonds usually offer DNRE seeks public participation at area management unit meeting The public is invited to discuss local wildlife issues with the DNRE Wildlife Division Southwestern Management Unit at a meeting on Wednesday, March 24. The southwestern management unit covers Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo, Kent, Muskegon, Ottawa, St. Joseph and Van Buren counties. The meeting will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Comfort Inn Plainwell. The intent of the meeting is to introduce local staff, highlight wildlife habitat and other projects that are planned for the calendar year and provide a question-and-answer period for attendees. “We feel it is important for residents to be involved with local wildlife issues. It is our desire to use the public meeting process as a way to provide information and exchange ideas with residents in the southwestern management unit,” said Sara Schaefer, southwestern management unit supervisor. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1 TI IN PR NG • CO PI PR N • R LO IN TIN G G SI DE EDWARD JONES 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray barn higher interest rates as compensation for inflation risk, which increases over time. If interest rates do rise, however, the value of existing bonds tends to fall; no one will pay you the face value of your bond when newer ones are issued at higher rates. But because they have a long future stream of interest payments that wouldn't keep up with current rates, long-term bonds typically adjust more than short-term ones. To protect yourself against interest rate risk — the risk that your bonds will lose value if rates rise — you may want to consider building a “ladder” containing bonds of varying maturities. When rates rise, you might be able to reinvest the proceeds of your short-term bonds into new ones that carry the higher rates. And if rates fall, you’ll still collect larger interest payments from your longer-term bonds — which would also typically fetch a premium price if you needed to sell them before they matured. Keep in mind, though, that while a bond ladder may help protect you somewhat against interest rate risk, you need to consider other factors, such as credit risk — the risk that the bond issuer will default or be unable to make principal or interest payments — and market risk — the risk that you could lose some or all of your principal as the value of your bonds fluctuates. You can help combat these risks by considering quality, investment-grade bonds. If it’s suitable for your investment objectives, risk tolerance and financial circumstances, a bond ladder may help you prepare for changes in inflation and interest rates. And by being prepared, you can avoid negative behaviors, such as hasty decisions and excessive trading, while you position your portfolio to help achieve your long-term goals. Systematic investing does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 20.33 +.36 AT&T 24.88 +.05 CMS Energy Corp 15.63 +.31 Coca-Cola Co 53.30 +.53 Dow Chemical Co 28.88 -0Exxon Mobil 65.49 -.45 Family Dollar Stores 32.95 +.59 First Financial Bancorp 18.25 +.33 Flowserve CP 105.75 +9.01 Ford Motor Co 12.22 +.62 Intl Bus Machine 127.42 +.96 JCPenney Co 28.88 +1.27 Johnson & Johnson 63.44 +.13 Kellogg Co 52.61 -.12 McDonald’s Corp 64.07 -.80 Pfizer Inc 17.60 +.07 Sears Holding 96.95 +3.15 Spartan Motors 5.81 +.13 TCF Financial 14.32 -.30 Walmart Stores 53.59 -.03 Gold $1137.30 +34.30 Silver $17.06 +1.15 10405.98 +123.57 Dow Jones Average Volume on NYSE 1.1B RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN PODUNK LAKE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (AQUATIC VEGETATION CONTROL) NOTICE OF MARCH 10, 2010 TOWNSHIP BOARD PUBLIC HEARING ON CREATING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND OTHER ASPECTS OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; OWNERS OF PROPERTY ABUTTING OR HAVING DEEDED ACCESS TO PODUNK LAKE IN LAND SECTIONS 26, 27 AND 34 OF RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP; AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that as a result of petitions of property owners within the township signed by the record owners of land within the hereinafter described 2010 Podunk Lake Improvement Project Special Assessment District for aquatic vegetation control (as tentatively established by Resolution of the Rutland Charter Township Board adopted January 13, 2010) the Township Board proposes to undertake a five-year program for the eradication and/or control of aquatic weeds and plants in Podunk Lake, and finance such improvements by special assessments on the properties within the special assessment district beginning in 2010. Note: legally, the Township must administer this undertaking as a new project; but as a practical matter it is a continuation of the aquatic vegetation control program initially established for a five-year period in 2004-2008. The Special Assessment District within which the foregoing improvements are proposed to be undertaken and within which the cost thereof is proposed to be assessed is described as follows: All lands abutting Podunk Lake (including the channel) or having deeded access to Podunk Lake in land sections 26, 27 and 34 of Rutland Charter Township, Barry County, State of Michigan. The Township Board has passed a Resolution tentatively declaring its intention to proceed with the project and to create the aforementioned Special Assessment District, and has found the petitions for the improvement to be in compliance with statutory requirements. The Township Board has received plans (dated December 1, 2009) for the petitioners’ proposed aquatic vegetation control program together with an estimate of the costs of the program in the amount of $49,900 for 2010-2014 and has placed the same on file with the Township Clerk. The Township has estimated the legal and administrative expenses of creating and administering the Special Assessment District to be approximately $5,000. The total estimated project cost based on the plans for this program is therefore $54,900. The Township Board has also received plans (dated February 1, 2010) for an alternate aquatic vegetation control program for 2010-2014 with an estimated cost of $66,170, plus estimated legal and administrative expenses of approximately $5,000, for a total estimated cost of this alternate program of $71,170. The plans for this alternate program have also been placed on file with the Township Clerk. A public hearing on the proposed improvement project (including the original plans and the alternate plans), the estimate of costs (for the original proposed program and the alternate proposed program), the special assessment district proposed to be established for the assessment of the costs of such improvement, and any objections to the petitions, will be held at the Rutland Charter Township Hall at 2461 Heath Road, Hastings, Michigan on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 commencing at 7:30 p.m. in conjunction with a regular meeting of the Township Board. At this hearing/meeting the Board will also consider any written objections to any of the foregoing matters which are filed with the Board at or prior to the time of the hearing, as well as any corrections or changes to the plans, estimate of costs, or to the proposed special assessment district. WOODLAND TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW Woodland Township Board of Review will meet at the Woodland Township Hall, 156 S. Main St., Woodland, Michigan on March 2, 2010 to receive and review the assessment roll. Public meetings to hear assessment appeals will be held Monday, March 08, 2010, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Tuesday, March 09, 2010 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Appointments are not necessary but will be taken and given preference. For appointments call 269-367-4915 (office) or 269-367-4214 (home). Answering machine messages returned ASAP. NOTICE TO BIDDERS BARRY COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION Sealed proposals will be received at the office of the Barry County Road Commission, 1725 West M-43 Highway, P.O. Box 158, Hastings, MI 49058, until 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, April 07, 2010 for the following items. Specifications and additional information may be obtained at the Road Commission Office at the above address. Asphalt Paving Bituminous Mixtures Culverts Nuts & Bolts Scraper Blades Pavement Marking Signs Erosion Control Grass Seed Cleaning Supplies The tentative ratios and the estimated multipliers for each class of real property for 2010 have been set by the State mandated reassessment of Woodland Twp. The taxable value multiplier for 2010 is .997. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all proposals or to waive irregularities in the best interest of the Commission. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Supervisor 7 days prior to the meeting by writing or calling Dave Bursley. 156 S. Main, Woodland, Michigan 48897. 269-367-4915 (office) or 269-367-4214 (home). BOARD OF COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF BARRY Frank M. Fiala, Chairman D. David Dykstra, Member David D. Solmes, Member 77543838 06707348 The project plans, estimate of costs, the boundaries of the proposed special assessment district, and the petitions, may be examined at the office of the Township Clerk and may further be examined at the public hearing. If the Township Board determines to create a special assessment district with respect to the proposed project a second public hearing will be held at a later date to be set by the Township Board (tentatively scheduled for April 14, 2010) for the purpose of reviewing and hearing objections to the proposed allocation of the costs of the project among the various properties included in the special assessment district. Appearance and protest at such a second public hearing or as otherwise allowed by 1962 PA 162, as amended, is required in order to preserve a right to appeal the amount of any such special assessment to the Michigan Tax Tribunal after the confirmation of a special assessment roll. Formal notice of any such second public hearing will be published in a newspaper and mailed to affected property owners as required by law. The foregoing hearings and all proceedings associated with these special assessment matters will be conducted in accordance with and pursuant to 1954 PA 188, as amended, the Michigan Open Meetings Act, and any other applicable law. Rutland Charter Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services at the meeting/hearing to individuals with disabilities, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered, upon reasonable notice to the Township. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Township Clerk as designated below. Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Rutland Charter Township 2461 Heath Road Hastings, MI 49058-9725 (269) 948-2194 77543314 �Page 10 — Thursday, March 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sherry L Lane, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 3, 2005, and recorded on May 6, 2005 in instrument 1146088, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Six Hundred Twenty-Nine And 69/100 Dollars ($122,629.69), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That Part of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes 50 seconds West 1321.65 feet along the South line of said Southwest 1/4; Thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds West 506.0 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of said Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning of this description; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds West 236.0 feet along said West line; thence South 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds East 427.53 feet; thence South 00 degrees 08 minutes 37 seconds East 236.0 feet; Thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds West 427.56 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to highway rightof-way over the Westerly 50 feet thereof. Also, that part of the East 1/2 of the southwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said section; thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds West 1321.65 feet along the south line of Said Southwest 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds West 742 feet along the West line of East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds West 236 feet along the West line; thence South 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds East 427.53 feet; thence South 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds East 236 feet; thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds West 427.53 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543553 File #287499F01 THE DETROIT LEGAL NEWS - 1409 Allen Road, Troy, Michigan 48083-4003 SHORT FORECLOSURE NOTICE - Barry COUNTY SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)5397400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by JACK GRIZZLE and NANCY GRIZZLE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated July 18, 2007, and recorded on July 25, 2007, in Document No. 20070725-0000117, and assigned by said mortgagee to Arch Bay Holdings, LLC - Series 2009B, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eighty-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Nine Dollars and Ninety Cents ($288,939.90), including interest at 7.750% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o'clock, on March 18, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 1, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 673.66 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 1; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG AN INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE OF THE SHORE OF CROOKED LAKE THE FOLLOWING COURSES: NORTH 11 DEGREES 53 MINUTES 08 SECONDS EAST 76.89 FEET; THENCE NORTH 41 DEGREES 36 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 97.80 FEET; THENCE NORTH 55 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 17 SECONDS EAST 146.13 FEET; THENCE NORTH 26 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 170.72 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID TRAVERSE LINE NORTH 26 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 5.31 FEET; THENCE NORTH 62 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 54 SECONDS EAST 73.27 FEET; THENCE NORTH 77 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 06 SECONDS EAST 215.35 FEET; THENCE NORTH 31 DEGREES 25 MINUTES 32 SECONDS EAST 80.00 FEET TO THE END OF SAID TRAVERSE LINE; THENCE NORTH 50 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 06 SECONDS WEST 186.82 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 83 DEGREES 12 MINUTES 55 SECONDS WEST 308.19 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG AN INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE OF THE SHORE OF CROOKED LAKE THE FOLLOWING COURSES; SOUTH 39 DEGREES 26 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 158.31 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 25 DEGREES 49 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Chris Treu, a Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 22, 2005, and recorded on March 8, 2005 in instrument 1142427, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-Three And 47/100 Dollars ($116,533.47), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 31, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said Southeast 1/4; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes East 363.00 feet along the West line of said Southeast 1/4 thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes East 1136.52 feet along the centerline of Church Street; thence South 56 degrees 18 minutes 40 seconds East 243.30 feet along the centerline of Irving Road; thence South 81 degrees 08 minutes 25 seconds East 165.42 feet along said centerline; thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds East 25.0 feet along said centerline to place of beginning; thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds East 281.18 feet along said centerline; thence North 75 degrees 26 minutes 45 seconds East 566.28 feet along said centerline; thence North 83 degrees 22 minutes 22 seconds East 281.96 feet along said centerline; thence South 0 degrees 04 minutes 05 seconds East 354.95 feet along the East line of said Northeast 1/4, Southeast 1/4; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 04 seconds West 1020.19 feet along the Northerly right of way line of the railroad to a line which bears South 32 degrees 35 minutes 40 seconds East from the place of beginning; thence North 32 degrees 35 minutes 40 seconds West 162.57 feet along said line to place of beginning. Also that part lying Northerly of the above described parcel and Southerly of the Thornapple River. Subject to Highway right of way for Irving Road (66 feet wide). The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #308046F01 77543806 MINUTES 43 SECONDS WEST 103.21 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 65 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 09 SECONDS WEST 24.37 FEET TO THE END OF SAID TRAVERSE LINE; THENCE SOUTH 82 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST 98.15 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, INCLUDING LANDS LYING BETWEEN SAID INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE AND THE WATERS OF CROOKED LAKE AS LIMITED BY THE SIDE LINES OF SAID PARCEL EXTENDED TO THE WATERS EDGE. MORE CORRECTLY DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 1, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 673.86 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 1; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG AN INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE OF THE SHORE OF CROOKED LAKE THE FOLLOWING COURSES: NORTH 11 DEGREES 53 MINUTES 08 SECONDS EAST 76.89 FEET; THENCE NORTH 41 DEGREES 36 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 97.80 FEET; THENCE NORTH 55 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 17 SECONDS EAST 146.13 FEET; THENCE NORTH 26 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 170.72 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID TRAVERSE LINE NORTH 26 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 5.31 FEET; THENCE NORTH 62 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 54 SECONDS EAST 73.27 FEET; THENCE NORTH 77 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 06 SECONDS EAST 215.35 FEET; THENCE NORTH 31 DEGREES 25 MINUTES 32 SECONDS EAST 80.00 FEET TO THE END OF SAID TRAVERSE LINE; THENCE NORTH 50 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 06 SECONDS WEST 186.82 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 83 DEGREES 12 MINUTES 55 SECONDS WEST 308.19 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG AN INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE OF THE SHORE OF CROOKED LAKE THE FOLLOWING COURSES; SOUTH 39 DEGREES 26 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 158.31 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 25 DEGREES 49 MINUTES 43 SECONDS WEST 103.21 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 65 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 09 SECONDS WEST 24.37 FEET TO THE END OF SAID TRAVERSE LINE; THENCE SOUTH 82 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST 98.15 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, INCLUDING LANDS LYING BETWEEN SAID INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE AND THE WATERS OF CROOKED LAKE AS LIMITED BY THE SIDE LINES OF SAID PARCEL EXTENDED TO THE WATERS EDGE. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 Arch Bay Holdings, LLC - Series 2009B Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 ASAP# 3452530 02/18/2010, 02/25/2010, 03/04/2010, 03/11/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Vern Peck, a married man, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated April 11, 2008 and recorded April 17, 2008 in Instrument Number 20080417-0004200, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Four Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Eight and 65/100 Dollars ($104,868.65) including interest at 9.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 25, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 5, Whispering Pines Condominiums, a Condominium according to the Master Deed recorded as Instrument Number 1161230, and any amendments thereto, and designated as Barry County Subdivision Plan Number 46, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 25, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.6029 ASAP# 3459939 02/25/2010, 03/04/2010, 77543472 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kevin Jon Neff and Jennifer M Neff, original mortgagor(s), to Bank of America, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 17, 2002, and recorded on September 20, 2002 in instrument 1087822, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred TwentyFive And 77/100 Dollars ($78,825.77), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 9, 10 and 11 in Block 7 Keeler Brothers Addition to the Village of Middleville, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543478 File #306898F01 Circuit Court Sale Case No. 09-366-CH Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C. is a debt collector, and we are attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Judicial Sale in Pursuance and by virtue of a Judgment of the Circuit Court of the County of Barry, State of Michigan, made and entered on the 19th day of November A.D. 2009, in a certain cause therein pending, wherein TCF National Bank, a national banking association, was the Plaintiff, and William F. Quick, an individual, and Birgit H. Quick, an individual, were the Defendants, Notice is hereby given that I shall sell at public auction to the highest bidder at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Barry County, Michigan (that being the building in which the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held) on Thursday, the 11th day of March A.D. 2010 at one o’clock p.m., (1:00 P.M.) Eastern Standard Time, on the said day, the following described property, viz: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Maple Grove, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan as described as follows, to-wit: Commencing 264 feet East of the Southwest corner of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 7 West; thence East 270 feet; thence North 165 feet; thence West 270 feet; thence South 165 feet to the point of beginning. Tax I.D. No. 10-015-100-00 This property may be redeemed during the six (6) months following the date of sale. Dated: January 14, 2010 Pamela Jarvis Barry County Clerk Drafted by : Attorney for Plaintiff Michael J. Thomas, Esq. Shaheen, Jacobs & Ross, P.C. 1425 Ford Building, 615 Griswold Street Detroit, Michigan 48226 (313) 963-1301 77542382 (1-21)(3-4) NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Rick A. Frey and Tammy Jean Frey, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 8192 Bird Rd, Hastings, MI 490588347. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 1, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 1, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 312912F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Amy K Rogers and Everett D Rogers, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 10727 E M 79 Hwy, Nashville, MI 49073-9138. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 1, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 1, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 312689F01 77543778 77543780 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lisa Reese, a married woman and Robert James Reese a/k/a Robert Reese, her husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 28, 2007, and recorded on June 29, 2007 in instrument 1182428, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand Two And 73/100 Dollars ($175,002.73), including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 44, Loehrs Landing No. 1, according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 44 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543547 File #283982F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William E. Bush Sr., a single man, original mortgagor(s), to B&P Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated May 13, 1998, and recorded on May 19, 1998 in instrument 1012190, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BankBoston, N.A. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-One And 64/100 Dollars ($70,851.64), including interest at 9.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 9 of Culbert Plat No. 1, and a driveway easement across the East end of Lot 8 according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 19 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543757 File #305039F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kathy Ann Parker, an unmarried woman, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 23, 2007 and recorded October 30, 2007 in Instrument Number 20071030-0003636, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Eight and 25/100 Dollars ($85,938.25) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 11, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 17, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan; thence East 1267 feet; thence South 89 degrees 26 minutes East, 516 feet for a place of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 26 minutes East, 165 feet; thence South 200 feet; thence North 89 degrees 26 minutes West, 165 feet; thence North 200 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 11, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.5762 ASAP# 3437270 02/11/2010, 02/18/2010, 77542860 02/25/2010, 03/04/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carole Jean Garlinger aka Carole J Garlinger, A Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 9, 2006, and recorded on March 23, 2006 in instrument 1161611, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2006-HE4 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Two And 85/100 Dollars ($100,752.85), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 8 Fuller Heights, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 49, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543404 File #305473F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 4, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE OF CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate File No. 09-025456 DE In the matter of the estate of Nellie Anne Richards, date of birth, January 23, 1918. TO ALL CREDITORS: The decedent, Nellie Anne Richards, lived at 530 South Grove, Delton, Michigan and died October 3, 2009 at Thornapple Manor, Hastings, Michigan. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Anne M. Richards, named personal representative by the probate court at 206 West Court Street 302, Hastings, Michigan 49058 within 3 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: March 4, 2010 Anne M. Richards 530 South Grove Delton, Michigan 49046 (269) 623-2957 77543565 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT; ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW. ATTENTION POTENTIAL PURCHASERS AT FORECLOSURE SALE: In the case of resolution prior to or simultaneously with the aforementioned foreclosure sale, Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) may rescind this sale at any time prior to the end of the redemption period. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited to the return of your bid amount tendered at the sale, plus interest. Default having occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by April L. Monroe, ("Debtors") to Ionia Manufactured Housing, In, Country Homes of Ionia, dated February 18, 1998, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry in the State of Michigan on March 17, 1998, in Document Number 1008983, et. seq., said Mortgage being last assigned to Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) ("Green Tree"), by Mortgage Assignment dated March 2, 1998, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry in the State of Michigan on April 22, 1998, in Document Number 1010756, et. seq., on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due as of the date of this Notice the sum of $50,520.00, which amount may or may not be the entire indebtedness owed by Debtors to Green Tree together with interest at 8.75 percent per annum. NOW THEREFORE, Notice is hereby given that the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative and that pursuant to that power of sale and MCL 600.3201 et. seq., on April 1, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., on the East steps of the Circuit Court Building in Hastings, Michigan, that being the place for holding the Circuit Court and/or for conducting such foreclosure sales for the County of Barry, there will be offered at public sale, the premises, or some part thereof, described in said Mortgage as follows, to-wit: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF CASTLETON, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN, IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: THE WEST 300 FEET OF THE EAST 795 FEET OF THE NORTH 1075 FEET OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 10, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST. which also includes any interest Green Tree may have in the 1997 Four Seasons Mobile Home, Serial Number WD400055. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of sale unless the property is established to be abandoned pursuant to MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of sale or fifteen (15) days from the date the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(b) was posted and mailed. Dated: February 17, 2010 Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) By: DONALD A. BRANDT(P30183) BRANDT, FISHER, ALWARD & ROY, P.C. Attorneys for Green Tree 1241 E. Eighth Street, P.O. Box 5817 Traverse City, Michigan 49696-5817 (231) 941-9660 77543334 File No.: 6140.0758 SPECIAL MEETING, continued from page 8 people already do what it proposes; it will affect only those who callously disregard their neighbors.” Now at issue is how to communicate the content of the proposed ordinance to residents. One speaker suggested enclosing a copy with the tax bills. Jerkatis, who misunderstood her, and had visions of notices attached to tax bills, defended his tax bills, saying, “A tax bill is not a venue [for communicating ordinances]. The suggestion was then made to use a newsletter. Middleton agreed that there needed to be better communication. While no formal action was taken on the proposed ordinance, and in the absence of Lippert who, as township clerk, has the publication requirements at her fingertips, the issue of when the board would be able to act on the ordinance was not settled. The next question is whether a general law ordinance in a general law township, as opposed to a charter township, requires a public hearing. The special board meeting cannot qualify as a public hearing because it was not noticed as a public hearing. The next regular meeting of the Yankee Springs Township Board of Trustees will be Thursday, March 11, at 7 p.m. in the township hall, 284 N. Briggs Road. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James Watson a single man and Paula Chester, a single woman, as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 7, 2007, and recorded on March 9, 2007 in instrument 1177306, and rerecorded on April 10, 2007 in instrument 1178564, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-One And 29/100 Dollars ($132,371.29), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 7, Town 1 North, Ragne 7 West, Distance North 89 degrees 10 minutes 14 seconds East 247.50 feet from the Northwest corner of said Section 7; Thence North 89 degrees 10 minutes 14 seconds East 293.14 Feet along said North line of Section 7; Thence South 1 Degrees 16 minutes 20 seconds East 395.99 feet; Thence South 89 degrees 10 minutes 14 seconds West 295.17 feet; Thence North 00 degrees 58 minutes 41 seconds West 396.00 feet ot the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543559 File #279133F01 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Kevin J. Tava and Jeannie Tava, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS), Mortgagee, dated the 8th day of March, 2005 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 23rd day of August, 2005 in Liber Instrument No. 1143105 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty Eight Thousand Three Hundred Seventy Six & 61/100 ($128376.61), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 18th day of March, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 10.250% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 2/18/2010 THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 BOA Tava 77543260 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Harvey F. Leaf aka Harvey Leaf, a married man, Dawn C. Leaf, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Independent Mortgage Co. South MI, Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2005, and recorded on October 21, 2005 in instrument 1154961, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Two Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Three And 34/100 Dollars ($172,643.34), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 20 acres of the East 40 acres of the West 100 acres of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 1 North, Range 7 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542921 File #291581F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard C Lampman, and Leslie Lampman, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2005, and recorded on October 25, 2005 in instrument 1155139, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand Six Hundred Two And 26/100 Dollars ($119,602.26), including interest at 6.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the center of Banfield Road at a point distant Southeasterly along same 1219.1 feet from the North line of Section 33, Town 1 North, range 8 West; thence South 65 degrees 16 minutes East 156.8 feet; thence West 371.6 feet; thence North 1 degree 58 minutes west 132 feet; thence North 88 degrees 02 minutes East 311.2 feet to beginning. Also commencing at the center of Banfield road Southeasterly 1219.1 feet from the North line of Section 33, town 1 North, Range 8 West; thence South 88 degrees 02 minutes west 311.2 feet; thence North 1 degree 58 minutes West 27 feet; thence North 83 degrees 08 minutes east 290.67 feet; thence South 65 degrees 16 minutes East 56.21 feet to beginning. Parcel 2: Part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 1 North Range 8 West, described as commencing at the Northwest corner of said Section 33; thence South 89 degrees 36 minutes 35 seconds East along the North line of said Section 33, 1330.81 feet to the centerline of Banfield Road; thence South 27 degrees 56 minutes 12 seconds East 423.99 feet along said centerline; thence 249.68 feet along said centerline and the arc of a curve to the left whose radius is 2003.24 feet and whose chord bears South 37 degrees 30 minutes 26 seconds East 249.51 feet; thence South 35 degrees 04 minutes 40 seconds east 492.24 feet along said centerline; thence South 71 degrees 46 minutes 54 seconds West 292.71 feet to the Point of beginning; thence South 13 degrees 29 minutes 22 seconds East 93.00 feet; thence South 74 degrees 22 minutes 45 seconds West 106.00 feet; thence North 07 degrees 38 minutes 13 seconds West 89.39 feet; thence North 71 degrees 46 minutes 54 seconds East 97.15 feet to the Point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543224 File #304359F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gloria A. Mann, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 26, 2005, and recorded on September 12, 2005 in instrument 1152639, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Four Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Two And 08/100 Dollars ($104,982.08), including interest at 7.65% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of section 16, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 46 seconds East 1321.46 feet along the East-West 1/4 line of said section 16 to the Northwest corner of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said section 16 and the Place of Beginning; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 46 seconds East along said 1/4 line, 250.40 feet; thence South 14 degrees 52 minutes 57 seconds West 327.22 feet to the centerline of Mill Road; thence North 46 degrees 53 minutes 57 seconds West 228.20 feet along said centerline; thence North 00 degrees 05 minutes 43 seconds East along the West line of said East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, 161.35 feet to the Place of Beginning. Subject to an easement for public Highway Purposes over the Southwesterly 33 feet thereof For Mill Road. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #289357F01 88543473 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Matthew A. Jackson, a married man and Hiedi G. Jackson, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 24, 2002, and recorded on May 31, 2002 in instrument 1081492, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Thousand Two Hundred Thirteen And 53/100 Dollars ($85,213.53), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 corner of said Section 26; thence South 00 degrees 23 minutes 13 seconds West 1807.69 feet, along the North and South 1/4 line to the point of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 55 seconds East 402.46 feet; thence South 00 degrees 22 minutes 42 seconds West 243.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 55 seconds West 402.58 feet; thence North 00 degrees 23 minutes 13 seconds East 243.00 feet along the North and South 1/4 line to point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543145 File #304303F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bryan A. Hughes AKA Bryan Hughes, A Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 7, 2007, and recorded on August 15, 2007 in instrument 20070815-0000938, and modified by agreement dated May 12, 2009, and recorded on July 10, 2009 in instrument 200907100007186, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand One Hundred Forty-Nine And 52/100 Dollars ($121,149.52), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a Point on the East and West 1/4 Line of Section 15, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, distant North 89 Degrees 56 Minutes 29 Seconds East 2416.04 Feet from the West 1/4 corner of said section, thence North 00 Degrees 11 Minutes 58 Seconds West 435.00 Feet, thence North 89 Degrees 56 Minutes 29 Seconds East 248.83 Feet to the North and South 1/4 line of said Section, thence South 00 Degrees 11 Minutes 58 Seconds East 435.00 Feet along said North and South 1/4 line to the Center 1/4 Corner of said section, Thence South 89 Degrees 56 Minutes 29 Seconds West 248.83 Feet along said East and West 1/4 line to the Point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543398 File #303317F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage executed by Alden Vincent, a single man, Mortgagors, to the Eaton Federal Savings Bank of Charlotte, Eaton County, Michigan, a corporation organized under the laws of the United States, Mortgagee, dated February 15, 2006 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on February 22, 2006 in Liber 1160454, Pages 1-10, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due on February 11, 2010, for principal, interest, late charges and delinquent escrow balance, the sum of Seventy Eight Thousand Sixty One and 26/100 Dollars, ($78,061.26), and said Mortgagee having elected to declare all sums secured by said Mortgage immediately due and payable because of the several defaults of the Mortgagors and no proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, the said Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction to the highest bidder, at the East steps of the Circuit Court Building, 206 W. State St., Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on March 18, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock, local time in the afternoon of said day, and said premises will be sold to pay the amount then due on said Mortgage, together with Six and One Eighth, (6.125%) percent per annum interest, legal costs, attorney fees and also any taxes, insurance premiums and any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned Mortgagee which it deemed necessary to pay to protect its interest in the premises, which said premises are described in said Mortgage as follows, to wit: Beginning at the Southwest Corner of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 8 West; thence North 450 feet along the West line of said East 1/2; thence East 230 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 15; thence South 450 feet parallel with said West line to the South line of said Section 15; thence West 230 feet along said South line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for Public Highway purposes over the Southerly 33 feet thereof for Maple Grove Road, Baltimore Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period will be Six (6) months from the time of such sale unless the property is deemed abandoned according to MCL600.3201 to 600.3280, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days. EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK A Federally Chartered Savings Bank 236 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 77542969 Dated: February 11, 2010 • NOTICE • • NOTICE • • NOTICE • The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Solid Waste Oversight Committee; applicants must represent Health Association/Environmental Professional. Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; (269) 945-1284, and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 15, 2010. 77543813 The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Planning & Zoning Commission. Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; (269) 9451284, and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 15, 2010. 77543815 The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Department of Human Services Board; applicants must reside in Barry County and not hold elective office. Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; (269) 945-1284, and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 15, 2010. 77543811 �Page 12 — Thursday, March 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert H. Munjoy II, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 9, 2002 and recorded September 18, 2002 in Instrument Number 1087657, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Five Thousand Two Hundred One and 22/100 Dollars ($55,201.22) including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 1, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Township of Thornapple; Part of the Southeast fractional 1/4 of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West described as: Commencing at a point on the East line of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, distant 575.0 feet North of the Southeast corner of said section; thence North along the East line 225.0 feet; thence West 375.0 feet thence South 225.0 feet; thence East 375.0 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to easement over the East 33.0 feet for public highway purposes. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 241.8297 ASAP# 3467553 03/04/2010, 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010 77543782 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Samantha Seume and Richard S. Seume aka Richard S. Seume II, wife and husband, separate property, original mortgagor(s), to Arbor Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated November 30, 2005, and recorded on December 14, 2005 in instrument 1157656, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-Eight And 13/100 Dollars ($103,738.13), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 537 feet of the West 50 acres of the South 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 26, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan; except 471 feet East and West by 30 feet North and South out of the Southeast corner of the West 50 acres of the South 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 26. Michigan: Make: Fairmont, Year: 1999, Manufacturers Serial Number: MV 00112430413 Affidavit of Affixture of Manufactured Home Recorded 7/19/2006 Instrument number 1167353 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543383 File #306372F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gerrin L. Gonsalves and Sonya Gonsalves, married, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 19, 2007, and recorded on December 6, 2007 in instrument 20071206-0004921, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Three And 33/100 Dollars ($106,983.33), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots No. 1 and 2, Block 35, Eastern Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, excepting therefrom the North 74 feet The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542844 File #286360F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE: Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage by Timothy E. Allwardt and Lucinda D. Allwardt, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Kellogg Community Federal Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated December 17, 2004, and recorded on December 24, 2004, at Instrument No. 1139252, in Barry County records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-Three and 38/100 Dollars ($57,783.38), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the lobby of the Barry County Circuit Court Building, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 1, 2010. Said premises is situated in the Village of Nashville, County of Barry, Michigan, and described as: Lots 42 and 43 and the North 12 feet of lot 41 of O.A. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof. PPN: 08-52-180-000-043-00 More Commonly Known As: 418 Phillips St., Nashville, MI 49073 The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 23, 2010 For more information, please call: KELLOGG COMMUNITY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Mark D. Hofstee (P66001) Bolhouse, Vander Hulst, Risko, Baar & Lefere, P.C. Grandville State Bank Building 3996 Chicago Drive SW Grandville MI 49418-1384 77543499 (616) 531-7711 ASSYRIA TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW The Assyria Township Board of Review will meet at Township Hall, 8094 Tasker Road, Bellevue, Michigan on Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at 7:00 pm to organize and receive the rolls. The Assyria Township Board of Review will meet at the Township Hall, 8094 Tasker Road, Bellevue, Michigan to hear protests on the following dates: Monday, March 8, 2010 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 Thursday, March 11, 2010 9 am - noon and 2 pm - 6 pm 6 pm to 9 pm 6 pm to 9 pm The Board of Review, if needed will also meet on Monday, March 15, 2010 6pm to finish business. The tentative ratios and the estimated multipliers for each class of real property for 2010 are as follows: Agricultural Commercial Industrial Residential Ratio 49.71% 48.97% 48.37% 51.33% Multiplier 1.0050 1.0210 1.0330 .9740 Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services, or those requesting hardship forms should contact the Clerk seven days prior to the meeting by writing or calling Debbie Massimino, Assyria Township Clerk 7475 Cox Road, Bellevue, MI 49021 (269) 758-4003. 07535949 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Amy J. Shannon, wife and husband and William J. Shannon, as joint tenants with right of survivorship, to Nationstar Mortgage, LLC FKA Centex Home Equity Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 7, 2005 and recorded June 15, 2005 in Instrument Number 1148121, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-Nine and 21/100 Dollars ($80,389.21) including interest at 6.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 1, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3, Block 9, Assessors Plat Number 3, of the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 11. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 426.1187 ASAP# 3467565 03/04/2010, 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010 77543787 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jacqueline L. Thompson, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to ICNB Mortgage Company, L.L.C., Mortgagee, dated April 3, 2004, and recorded on April 17, 2007 in instrument 1179379, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty And 64/100 Dollars ($68,980.64), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: North 1/2 of Lots 4 and 5, Block 8 of Dan Striker's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543450 File #306226F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven Paul Seilheimer, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 28, 2007, and recorded on September 7, 2007 in instrument 20070907-0001768, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand Eight Hundred Nineteen And 52/100 Dollars ($124,819.52), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, and being more particularly described as commencing at the West 1/4 post of said Section 33; thence East 440 feet for point of beginning, thence continuing East 220 feet, thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes East, 264 feet, thence West 220 feet, thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes West 264 feet of point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542912 File #302908F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Brad Eldred, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 950 Lakeview Dr, Hastings, MI 49058-9268. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 26, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 26, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543772 File # 312833F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Hope Wickham, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 30, 2001 and recorded April 3, 2001 in Instrument Number 1057614, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Thirty-Four Thousand Four Hundred Thirty and 3/100 Dollars ($34,430.03) including interest at 7.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 1, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1 of Block 2 of Butler's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 66. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.3080 ASAP# 3467596 03/04/2010, Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael S. Irish, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Chase Bank USA, NA, Mortgagee, dated October 4, 2007, and recorded on October 10, 2007 in instrument 20071010-0002917, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-Two And 58/100 Dollars ($334,732.58), including interest at 8.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 61 and 62 of Arnett's Resort at Mill Lake, Johnstown Township, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2, Page 33 of Plats, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542938 File #230738F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Travis, a married man and his wife Sammie Lynne Travis, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 17, 2008, and recorded on January 24, 2008 in instrument 200801240000708, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Six Hundred Sixteen And 20/100 Dollars ($121,616.20), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1260 of the city, formerly village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #307904F01 77543797 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carol A. Tomlinson and Karen Wells, Joint Tenants with full rights to survivorship, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 6, 2006, and recorded on February 20, 2007 in instrument 1176567, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Seven And 15/100 Dollars ($129,397.15), including interest at 7.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, described as commencing 60 Feet East of teh Northeast corner of Lot 12, Block 7, of A.W. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof, thence South 12 RODS; thence East 6 2/3 RODS; thence North 12 RODS; thence West 6 2/3 RODS to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543763 File #238560F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Howard Bowersox, Jr., a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 14, 2007, and recorded on June 29, 2007 in instrument 1182431, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Corporation (USA) as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Five Hundred Twenty-Nine And 17/100 Dollars ($102,529.17), including interest at 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 7, Whispering Pines Condominium, a site condominium according to the Master Deed thereof recorded in instrument 11613220, Page 2-79 of barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46 together with an individed interst in the common elements of said condominium as set forth in said Master Deed and any amendments thereto, as described in Act 59 of the public Acts of MI of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543168 File #308889F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 4, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Linda Hess and Wanda Mennega, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1535 N Broadway St, Hastings, MI 49058-1006. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 1, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 1, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 312669F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Richard Nemitz and Anita Nemitz, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 296 Lake Point Dr, Lake Odessa, MI 48849-9468. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 2, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 2, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 302298F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Richard G. Sunior and Debra S. Sunior, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 811 S Jefferson St, Hastings, MI 49058-2239. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 1, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 1, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 312919F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHARLES HARRIS and SHELIA HARRIS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated November 8, 2006, and recorded on November 28, 2006, in Document No. 1173180, and assigned by said mortgagee to PROVIDENT FUNDING ASSOCIATES, L.P., as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Six Thousand One Hundred Forty-Two Dollars and Five Cents ($146,142.05), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on March 11, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 74 OF ALGONQUIN ESTATES, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 4 OF PLATS ON PAGE 22. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 4, 2010 PROVIDENT FUNDING ASSOCIATES, L.P. Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77542998 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to James W. Haddock, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1244 N M 66 Hwy, Woodland, MI 48897-9641. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from February 26, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after February 26, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543769 File # 312259F01 77543774 77543804 77543776 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Melody J. Fetzer and Richard Fetzer, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated July 18, 2005, and recorded on August 22, 2005 in instrument 1151474, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Structured Asset Securities Corporation, Series 2005-AR1 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Four Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Five And 82/100 Dollars ($442,565.82), including interest at 7.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 40 feet of Lot 78, Parker's Lakewood Plat No. 1, Section 30, Yankee Springs Township, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 82. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543863 File #306775F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott K. Pearson, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 9, 2005, and recorded on June 17, 2005 in instrument 1148217, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Thirteen And 51/100 Dollars ($96,913.51), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 58 feet off and from the Northside of the South one half of Lots 1012 and 1013 of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof subject to easements, reservations, restrictions and limitations of record, if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543392 File #290225F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tyson G Geib, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 17, 2005, and recorded on March 18, 2005 in instrument 1142934, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Two And 45/100 Dollars ($94,482.45), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as; Commencing 4 rods West of the Northwest corner of the intersection of Lem Paul and Main Street; thence West along the North line of Main Street 4 rods; thence North 8 rods; thence East 4 rods; thence South 8 rods to the point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543377 File #306057F01 NOTICE TO PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a Borrowers: Michael M. Sherk and Kristy K. Sherk Property Address: 2982 Loehrs Drive, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Mortgage: HCB Mortgage Company Designated Representative: Jane Robertson 150 West Court St., Hastings, Michigan 49058 (269) 948-5578 Borrowers are in default of their mortgage. Mortgage has sent a notice to Borrowers requesting that within 4 days from the date the notice was sent, Borrowers may request a meeting with the Designated Representative to attempt to work out a modification of the mortgage loan to avoid foreclosure. Borrowers may request that a housing counselor attend this meeting. A list of approved housing counselors may be obtained by visiting the website of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) at www.michigan.gov/mshda or by contacting MSHDA at (517) 373-8370. If, within the 14-day period, Borrowers request a meeting with the Disignated Representative, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after the date the notice was mailed to Borrowers. Further, if Borrowers are able to reach an agreement with the Designated Representative to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed so long as Borrowers abide by the terms of the modified mortgage loan. If Borrowers and the Designated Representative are unable to reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, but it is determined that Borrowers meet the criteria for modification under MCL 600.3205c(1), the foreclosure of the mortgage will proceed before a judge instead of by advertisement. Borrowers have the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number for the State Bar of Michigan’s lawyer referral service is 1-800-9680738. Borrowers may also contact Legal Services of South Central Michigan, which serves Barry County. Their offices are located at 3490 Belle Chase Way, Suite 50, Lansing, Michigan 48911. Their telephone numbers are (517) 394-3121 and toll free at 1-800-968-0044. Dated: February 23, 2010 MILLER JOHNSON, Attorneys for Mortgagee By: /s/ J. Patrick Hackett J. Patrick Hackett MILLER JOHNSON 250 Monroe Avenue Suite 800 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77543843 (616) 831-1700 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Frederic J Saintamour Jr., a married man and Leslie Saintamour, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 12, 2005, and recorded on April 19, 2005 in instrument 1145100, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S. Bank National Association, As Trustee, For The Benefit Of Harborview 2005-3 Trust Fund as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seven Hundred Sixty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-One And 16/100 Dollars ($768,491.16), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 11, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 38 of Algonquin North Shore Subdivision, according to the recorded Plat thereto as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 50 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77542933 File #292719F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darla L Slumkoski, a single woman individual, original mortgagor(s), to Arbor Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007, and recorded on June 6, 2007 in instrument 1181356, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Nine And 94/100 Dollars ($120,399.94), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 4 rods East of the Southeast corner of lot 45 of the Village of Delton, for place of beginning; thence East 8 rods; thence North 4 rods; thence West 8 rods; thence South 4 rods to place of beginning, all being in the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of section 5, Town 1 North, Range 9 West The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543434 File #276109F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Russell M. Peasley, a married man, to Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis, Mortgagee, dated November 19, 2004 and recorded December 15, 2004 in Instrument Number 1138757, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Nine Hundred NinetyNine and 83/100 Dollars ($107,999.83) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 25, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest one-quarter of Section 25, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of said Section 25, distant North 00 degrees 16 minutes 09 seconds East 931.62 feet from the Southwest corner of said Section 25; thence North 00 degrees 16 minutes 09 seconds East 220.00 feet along said West Section line; thence North 88 degrees 38 minutes 54 seconds East 650.32 feet; thence South 00 degrees 41 minutes 27 seconds West 220.05 feet; thence South 88 degrees 38 minutes 54 seconds West 648.70 feet to the point of beginning. This property contains a 1999 Crystal Valley Patriot mobile home with serial number CV819ABIN The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 25, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.5198 ASAP# 3458689 02/25/2010, 03/04/2010, 77543443 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE: Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage by Timothy E. Allwardt and Lucinda D. Allwardt, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Kellogg Community Federal Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated March 18, 2008, and recorded on March 28, 2008, at Instrument No. 1143251, in Barry County records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty Thousand Five Hundred Eighty and 87/100 ($20,580.87), including interest at 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the lobby of the Barry County Circuit Court Building, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 1, 2010. Said premises is situated in the Village of Nashville, County of Barry, Michigan, and described as: Lots 42 and 43 and the North 12 feet of lot 41 of O.A. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof. PPN: 08-52-180-000-043-00 More Commonly Known As: 418 Phillips St., Nashville, MI 49073 The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 23, 2010 For more information, please call: KELLOGG COMMUNITY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Mark D. Hofstee (P66001) Bolhouse, Vander Hulst, Risko, Baar & Lefere, P.C. Grandville State Bank Building 3996 Chicago Drive SW Grandville MI 49418-1384 77543504 (616) 531-7711 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Brownell and Kathleen Brownell, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 29, 2009, and recorded on May 6, 2009 in instrument 20090506-0004919, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Seven And 77/100 Dollars ($155,747.77), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 19, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Section 19; thence West 1320.75 feet to the place of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 38 minutes West 247.50 feet; thence West 726.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes East 247.50 feet; thence East 726.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543246 File #304057F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darin W. Johnson and Cheryl L. Johnson, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 9, 2002, and recorded on August 16, 2002 in instrument 1085796, and rerecorded on September 4, 2002 in instrument 1086730, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-One And 44/100 Dollars ($127,731.44), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 all in Block 4 of Sandy Beach Park according to the Recorded Plat thereof as Recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 18 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543133 File #292027F03 �Page 14 — Thursday, March 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner POLICE BEAT Unlocked vehicle makes easy target A Grand Rapids man left is vehicle unlocked in the Hastings Wal-Mart parking lot Saturday, Feb. 20. When he returned 45 minutes later, he discovered several missing items left in his front passenger seat. A CD player, stereo installation kit and backpack were taken while he was in the store. No vacancy at campground Barry County Sheriff Deputies responded to the Thornapple Lake Campground Feb. 2 on a report of several breaking and entering incidents. Managers of the campground discovered that four trailers had been broken into recently. Deputies noticed pry marks on several doors at the campground. Owners of the trailers are being notified to determine any missing items. Unaware driver misbehaves for deputy A vehicle speeding around a corner and fishtailing without letting off the gas drew the attention of a Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy Feb. 9 just after 3 p.m. After fishtailing enough for the rear-end of the vehicle to swing into the Marathon Gas Station parking lot near the intersection of Hickory and Kellogg School roads, the driver was observed throwing a Styrofoam cup out of the window and into the path of the police cruiser. After catching up with the vehicle, the driver, Dustin Alan Dye, 31, of Richland, was cited for littering into the path of a moving vehicle and careless driving. Dye told the officer he was late to pick up his daughter and was not aware the deputy was behind him. No light, no license, no insurance Driving a vehicle without a brake light led to citations for Amanda Sue Blankenship, 37, of St. Johns. After the traffic stop, Blankenship was cited for driving with a suspended license, second offense, no proof of insurance and missing a brake light. She was lodged at Barry County Jail with a $100 bond. On second thought, this is my real name Front-end damage, one missing headlight and no turning signals alerted a Barry County Deputy to a vehicle driven by Dennis Lee Rasnake II, 25, of Plainwell. During the traffic stop, Rasnake initially provided a false name and date of birth to the deputy. After giving the correct name, Rasnake was cited for driving with a suspended license, not wearing a seatbelt and no proof of insurance. Panthers turn it over too much in one-point loss The Panthers have a couple of practices and Thursday night’s trip to Maple Valley to get things straightened back out before the start of the Class B District Tournament at Lakewood High School next week. The biggest thing for the Delton Kellogg varsity boys’ basketball team to improve on is taking care of the basketball. Delton Kellogg had a three-game winning streak snapped by Parchment Tuesday night, as the Panthers came to Delton and scored a 57-56 victory. Delton is now 9-10 overall this season, and 8-9 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. Delton led by ten points at the half, and six at the end of three quarters, but was outscored 18-11 in the fourth. “We lost to a 17-2 team by one with 29 turnovers,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Mike Mohn. “They put a press on us, and we’ve reped this for weeks and we just did not respond. My goodness, that’s as poor of a response as we’ve had all season long - just throwing it out of bounds. We couldn’t wait to get rid of it. Driving into traps, turning our backs, all the things we’ve worked on we just did not do. It just was a tough way to give a game up to a very, very good basketball team.” Cody Anderson led Delton with 20 points and ten rebounds on the night. Deon Ferris added 13 points and seven rebounds. Mitchell Wandell had six points and eight rebounds. Ryan Watson struggled shooting the ball for Delton, but finished with two points as well as eight rebounds, two steals, and four assists. Delton scored a 71-50 KVA win at Pennfield Friday. Delton Kellogg got 19 points from Jordan Bourdo, and 18 points and eight assists from Watson. Ferris chipped in eight points and seven boards, and Wandell had 16 points and seven rebounds. Last Wednesday, the Panthers topped Hackett Catholic Central 62-50 in Delton. Watson had a huge night, with 30 points, seven rebounds, a steal, eight assists, and only four turnovers. Anderson chipped in 20 points, and Ferris had ten rebounds. Tyler Speed and alcohol combine for jail time Hastings Police stopped a vehicle for speeding on West State Road near the city limits during the early morning hours of Feb. 28. Terrie Tenhopen, 37, from Hastings, who has a previous conviction for driving while under the influence of alcohol, was placed under arrest for operating a vehicle while intoxicated second offense and was transported and lodged at the Barry County Jail. At the scene, Tenhopen registered a .18 percent blood alcohol level. Slumber party thief takes cash Hastings Police are investigating a larceny complaint that occurred at a residence in the 500 block of South Jefferson Street Feb. 24. The 27-year-old victim from Kalamazoo was visiting a friend during the evening of Feb. 23. The following morning, she awoke to find she was missing $80 from her purse. Officers have identified a possible suspect in the theft, and the incident remains under investigation. Hastings Police responded to a residence in the 300 block of South Hanover Street late on Feb. 26. The homeowner told officers that a woman in her late 40s had been pounding on her front door, and after opening the door, the woman, who was also thought to be intoxicated, pushed her way inside the residence, asking to use the restroom. The homeowner reluctantly allowed the woman to do so and found medication missing from the medicine cabinet after the woman had left. Based on the description of the woman, the officer made contact with a possible suspect whom he has dealt with in the past a few houses away. Upon questioning, the 46-year-old Hastings resident admitted she had been in the victim’s house and did take some prescription medications, which she discarded. The suspect told the officer she does not make wise choices when intoxicated. The incident, along with a warrant request, has been forwarded to the Barry County Prosecutor’s office. Hastings Police are investigating a complaint of larceny from a motor vehicle that was reported occurring in the parking lot of Family Fare Feb. 26. The 34-year-old victim told police he was in the store during the early afternoon hours for a short time. Upon returning to his vehicle, he found that someone had taken a duffle bag which contained an iPod, head phones, workout gear, electric razor, vitamin supplements and prescription medication. No damage was done to the vehicle which had been left unlocked. The incident remains under investigation. COURT NEWS Brian Lee Wendorf, 50, of Nashville was sentenced to 10 months in jail and 36 months of probation under 5th Circuit Court Judge James Fisher. The sentencing document, filed March 1, details that on Nov. 26, 2009, Wendorf was traveling on South Broadway in Hastings when his ability to operate the vehicle was visibly impaired due to consumption of alcohol. After pleading guilty to one county of operation while impaired, Wendorf was ordered to pay $500 in the library fund fines, $60 to the crime victim’s rights fund, $1,000 in court costs and $68 state minimum costs. Robert Raymond Lampert, 54, of Hastings was sentenced to 53 days in jail with a credit for 48 days. In a plea agreement, Lampert pleaded guilty to one count of aggravated indecent exposure in 5th Circuit Court before Judge Fisher. He was also found guilty of violating parole by using a device capable of connecting to the Internet without permission on or about Jan. 6. He was ordered to pay $1,000 in court costs, $60 in crime victim rights and $68 state minimum costs. He also was ordered to continue on probation as previously sentenced and take part in day reporting and breathalyzer testing five days a week. Call 945-9554 for classified ads Bourdo also had a solid game, with two points, seven rebounds, and two steals. The Panthers pulled away from the Irish with a big second quarter, outscoring them 20-9 to take a 31-22 lead. Jack Rider led Hackett with 24 points. He scored 12 of those in the fourth quarter. The Panthers outrebounded the Irish 42-26 on the night, and had 14 offensive rebounds to Hackett’s three. The three-game win streak started (Feb. 23) against Bellevue and was also the end of a four-game losing streak for the Panthers. Delton Kellogg scored a 76-61 win over visiting Bellevue. Mohn said that the coaches challenged the players in practice Monday, saying “we’ve got five games left. Who wants to play?” The response Tuesday was, nearly everyone. Delton Kellogg got 19 points, five offensive rebounds, and six assists from Watson. Wandell found his shooting stroke, and finished with 18 points. Anderson chipped in 13 points, and Ferris added eight points, and 14 rebounds - nine of which were on the offensive end. The Panthers also got six assists from Jordan Bourdo. “The basket was pretty big tonight,” Mohn said, “and I just thought we did a nice job of completing a game.” When the Panthers weren’t making shots they were getting the ball back. They had 24 offensive rebounds on the night. Delton built a 16-11 first quarter lead, then extended the advantage to 39-29 by the half. Kalamazoo Christian scored a 50-41 KVA win over Delton Feb. 20. The Comets slowly pulled away from the Panthers in the second half, after the two teams went into the break tied at 22-22. The Comets took a 34-30 lead heading into the fourth quarter. Anderson, Ferris, and Wandell all finished with eight points for Delton. Kalamazoo Christian got 14 points from Jorden DeHaan, 11 from Tyler DeKoekkoek, and nine from Tyler Stephenson. Banner CLASSIFIEDS Gotta go - right now No locks are no problem for thief Delton Kellogg’s Tyler Bourdo drives to the basket during the Panthers’ KVA win over Hackett Catholic Central Wednesday night at Delton Kellogg High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 Delton Kellogg’s Deon Ferris fires up a shot during Wednesday night’s win over Hackett Catholic Central. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Vikings just short of spot in the state finals by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The one time the circle of Lakewood Vikings didn’t explode into cheers as the results were announced Saturday at Otsego, it was because of the tears. Starting from the bottom of the 12-team regional on up, one by one the final scores were given and then the teams that earned those final totals announced. “Lakewood” followed the announcement of a score of 732.5952 for the fifth place team. The top four teams at the Division 3 Regional earned spots in this weekend’s state finals at the Delta Plex in Grand Rapids. Lakewood was less than two points behind fourth place Grand Rapids Catholic Central. “We performed well,” said Lakewood head coach Kim Martin, “had three very good rounds. We just fell a little short. It’s almost easier getting beat by ten points than it is 1.7 points. At least with ten points you would have reasons why you fell short.” Lakewood had a better score than Grand Rapids Catholic Central in the second and third rounds, it was a 4.5 point difference in round one that gave the final finals spot to the For Sale National Ads Farm AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home - farm business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. 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Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. CHEER, continued on next page 77543023 Community Notices THE JOHNSTOWN TOWNSHIP Board of Review will be held on the following dates & times: Monday, March 8, 2010, 9AM to Noon and 2PM to 5PM. Tuesday, March 9, 2010, 6PM to 9AM and Thursday, March 11, 2010, 6PM to 9PM. If you require an appointment call 269-721-8443. The statutory requirements of dates and times have been fulled by publication in the Battle Creek Enquire. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 4, 2010 — Page 15 DK girls can’t find shooting touch in final games It’s not who has the lead the longest. It’s who has it last. Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ basketball team led Charlotte for most of the first 30 minutes Monday night in their Class B District Opener at Charlotte. The Orioles caught the Panthers with 1 minute and 13 seconds to play in the fourth quarter, at 48-48, then took their first lead of the contest with 21.5 seconds to go - winning 51-48. Delton led 14-10 after one quarter, and 2720 at the half. The Panther lead was still five, 37-32 heading into the fourth quarter. Adrianna Culbert had another monster night for Delton, finishing with 18 points and 21 rebounds. As a team, Delton coach Rick Williams said his girls rebounded the ball well. Brooke Martin and Abby Culbert had eight rebounds each. The Panthers also got 12 points from Andrea Polley, and seven from Shelly NeSmith. Delton just didn’t shoot the ball well enough to keep its lead. The Panthers were just 17-of-59 from the floor, and were 0-of-6 from three-point range. Charlotte got 16 points from Tanner Johnson, and 11 from Megan Eldred. Eldred scored the final six points of the game for the Orioles, and had eight of her 11 points in the fourth quarter. Charlotte advanced to face Hastings in the district semifinals Wednesday night, while Delton Kellogg ends the year with a record of 11-10. The district defeat was the fourth consecutive game in which the Panthers shot less than 30-percent from the floor. The Delton girls ended the regular season with a 56-40 loss at Pennfield in Kalamazoo Delton Kellogg’s Adrianna Culbert goes in for a lay-up during Monday night’s Class B District Opener against Charlotte. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Valley Association action Friday. Delton hit just 17-of-62 field goal attempts in that game, and was 0-of-7 from three. Polley led Delton with 12 points, and Martin added ten and nine rebounds. Adrianna Culbert finished with ten points and 11 rebounds. Adrianna Culbert and Hannah Williams were both in foul trouble, and coach Williams The Panthers’ Shelly NeSmith (left) fires a shot over Charlotte’s Chelsea McDaniel during Monday night’s district opener at the home of the Orioles. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Saxons beat Bengals, after falling by 20 in first meeting Contributions came from all over the court in the final minutes as Hastings varsity girls’ basketball team scored its second win of the O-K Gold Conference season at home against Ottawa Hills Friday. Kayla Vogel drilled a three with just under a minute and a half to play to put the Saxons up 43-41. Gabrielle Shipley then pushed the Saxon lead to four with a couple free throws, and Gabby Eaton beat the Bengal press to put her team up six with a lay-up with 53 seconds left. Eaton then sealed the win with a couple more free throws in the final ten seconds. “This was a gut-check game for our team and I’m so proud of how we handled it,” said Hastings head coach Steve Laubaugh. “The beginning of the game we looked like we did the last time we played them; when we got beat handily (by 20 points). There was some fear that we had to overcome.” Hastings had three girls in double figures scoring for the first time since Dec. 1, with Shipley finishing with 14 points, Veronica Hayden 12, and Vogel ten. Vogel also had 12 rebounds and three assists, while Shipley added seven boards. Hayden managed her 12 points despite picking up her fourth foul in the third quarter. “We turned the ball over ten times in that quarter,” Laubaugh said. “We weathered the storm by playing good defense, and making some free throws. The tide was turning, but we talked at the quarter break that we needed to play to win, not be afraid again.” The Saxons took a 31-29 lead into the fourth quarter, after being up 26-20 at the half. “The fourth quarter was probably the best ‘team’ basketball we have played all season. There were contributions from so many players. Five different players scored, and they were obviously all key baskets. Our defense reacted nicely and finished a game,” Laubaugh said. “The girls have struggled for a number of years now with finishing those close games, and this was the type of game that typically gets away from us. When they took that onepoint lead with under two minutes left, lots of people had to wonder what would happen. But the girls stepped up this time, they made the plays to win.” The Saxons limited the Bengals’ top scorer, Teasia Bradshaw, to a season low three points on the night. She hit her first shot of the game, then missed her next 11. The Bengals shot just 29-percent from the floor. Hastings ends the regular season with a 614 overall record, and a 2-12 mark in the OK Gold. noted that “when Hannah and Dri are in foul trouble, so are we.” Pennfield was led by Megan Ethier’s 15 points. Breanna Pelloni added 13, and Kayla Coplin and Kirsten Eriksson had seven each. Delton was 10-8 in the KVA this season, same as Pennfield. Last Wednesday, the Panthers suffered a 50-45 overtime loss to Hackett Catholic Central. The Panthers weren’t able to slow down Kathleen Hawkins, who finished with 26 points. She scored 11 in the fourth quarter and overtime combined to lead the Irish to the win. Delton Kellogg had a slim lead heading into the fourth quarter, 31-27, but couldn’t hold it. The Irish outscored the Panthers 2314 in the fourth quarter and overtime. The Panthers got 12 points from Polley, ten from Adrianna Culbert, and seven from Alea Hammond. Culbert also had a team-high 15 rebounds. Hannah Williams finished with five points, eight rebounds, five steals, and three assists. Adrianna Culbert was one rebound short of a double double-double Saturday (Feb. 24). Culbert led Delton Kellogg to a 46-43 victory at Kalamazoo Christian, scoring 20 points and pulling down 19 rebounds. Coach Williams said that the Comets could not handle her. Despite that performance, the game was still close throughout. The two teams were tied a 22-22 at the half, and went into the fourth quarter knotted at 34-34. The Panthers’ Hannah Williams had an impressive block of a Kayleigh VanKeulen three-pointer late in the fourth that helped to seal the Delton win, along with a couple big free throws by Williams and Hammond. “It was a great defensive game by Hannah and Taylor Blacken, holding VanKeulen to 11 points,” said coach Williams. VanKeulen led the Comets on the scoreboard, but didn’t score at all in the fourth quarter. The Comets didn’t have anyone else in double figures. Stephanie Hexler finished with eight points, and Courtney Mulder six. Behind Culbert for Delton, Polley had six points and NeSmith five. Williams had just Behind Lakewood, Shelby was sixth with a score of 719.0600, followed by Houghton Lake 712.5468, Kingsford 706.3456, Lansing Catholic Central 704.2816, Gladstone 695.9456, Paw Paw 684.3666, and Three Rivers 682.9744. Lakewood’s Whitney Holaski was named first team all-region, and Kelley Daniels and Alecia Hansbarger earned second team allregion honors. Meghan Kilbourn and Taylor Porter were honorable mention all-region. “We had an amazing season,” Martin said. “We reached some goals that we had hoped to reach this year - league champions, ranked in the state all season, and we won nine of the ten meets we were in this year only losing to Thornapple Kellogg in the Barry County meet by 15 points and later beating them at Hastings by more than 20.” Lakewood had nine seniors on its team this season. The Panthers’ Hannah Williams is bumped off balance as she puts a shot up Monday against Charlotte. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Lions ladies end year on home floor by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Though their high school basketball careers were done, seniors Page Semrau and Jordan Beachnau weren’t. They sat down at center court with a couple of their teammates and classmates after the Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball team’s 60-35 loss to Laingsburg in the Class C District Opener at Maple Valley High School Monday. A half hour later, with the rest of the gym completely cleared out, they were still there. Together at center court. “These 11 girls, I’m proud of them,” said Maple Valley head coach Landon Wilkes. “To go from the turmoil we had last year to get to the year we had this year. I watched 11 girls become young ladies. I couldn’t imagine spending as much time in the gym with any other group of kids.” Beachnau and Semrau wanted just a little more time in the gym. Laingsburg’s Wolfpack busted open a close ball game by outscoring the Lions 20-5 in the second quarter Monday. It was 11-11 after one period of play. The Lions cut the Laingsburg lead to 11 a couple minutes into the second half, at 34-23, but that was as close as they would get the rest of the night. A three by Shelby Hurst put an end to the Lions’ 7-3 spurt to start the second half. That was Hurst’s second three of the half. She finished with 14 points for Laingsburg. Morgan Cannon led the Wolfpack with 16 points, and Katie Chalker added 13. “We struggled defensively. We struggled realizing who their shooters were,” Wilkes said. “I told them (Hurst) and (Amaya Ayers) were going to shoot the ball. “Of course, when you have a wide open three, most people can knock it down.” Laingsburg hit six threes on the night, and made things tough for the Lions on the other end of the floor. The five Lion points in the second quarter all came on free throws. They were just 5-of-10 from the line in the second, and 7-of-12 on the night. “Give credit to Laingsburg,” Wilkes said. “They came in and punched us in the face and we didn’t handle that real well.” The Lions also struggled on the glass. They had just six offensive and six defensive rebounds all game long. Terri Hurosky led Maple Valley with 12 points. Jennifer Kent chipped in 11, and Elizabeth Stewart five. Dansville bested Potterville 59-44 in the first game of the night at Maple Valley Monday. The Aggies advanced to face Pewamo-Westphalia in the first semifinal Lion point guard Mikaela Bromley pushes the ball up the court after a Wolfpack turnover in the fourth quarter of Monday's Class C District Opener at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) contest Wednesday, while Laingsburg earned the right to take on Bath in the semi’s. The district championship game will be played Friday night at 6. The Lions end the season with a 10-11 record, and a 9-9 mark in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. The Lions turned the ball over too many times against the 20-0, Kalamazoo Valley Association champions from Olivet to close out the league season Friday. The Eagles scored a 65-32 win on their home floor. “We had 20 turnovers in the first half, and ended up with 27 for the game which still didn’t help a lot. If We could have limited our turnovers in the first half, you never know what could have happened,” Wilkes said. Olivet ran out to an 18-9 lead in the first quarter, then pushed that edge to 32-13 by the half. Jackie Cousineau led the Eagles with 14 points, and Katy Barkley chipped in 13. Stewart led Maple Valley with 13 points. Kaitlyn Petersen added five, and Kayla Shaw four. CHEER, continued from previous page Cougars. Catholic Central scored a 216.9 in round one, and the Vikings a 212.4. “I really felt we had a good round one,” Martin said. “I felt it was better than the round one we performed at districts, and we were scored four points less. Of course, different judges see different things. I felt the girls really stepped it up the week of regionals. We worked hard to clean up the little things.” Lakewood also had a 212.8952 in round two, and a 307.3 in round three. Grand Rapids Catholic Central scored a 210.8992 in round two, and 306.5 in round three. Comstock Park, the defending state champions, won the regional title with a score off 791.3080. The Panthers had the highest score in each round, a 230.7 in round one, a 240.7080 in round two, and a 319.9 in round three. Remus Chippewa Hills and Otsego earned the other two state spots, placing second and third. Chippewa Hills finished with a score of 757.9252, and Otsego 752.2456. three points, but also added five rebounds, four steals, and four assists. Abby Culbert chipped in three points and six rebounds. As a team, Delton finished the night with 50 rebounds with 20 of them coming on the offensive end of the floor. Maple Valley’s Jennifer Kent (right) is whistled for a foul as she pressures Laingsburg’s Margaret Bobb in the back-court during the fourth quarter Monday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) �Page 16 — Thursday, March 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Scots limit Stolicker, score victory in Middleville Thornapple Kellogg guard Greg Hamilton floats towards the basket for two points during Tuesday night’s nonconference win over Lowell. (Photo by Perry Hardin) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Holding the Trojans’ big man to small numbers was a big thing for the Caledonia varsity boys’ basketball team Friday. The Fighting Scots scored a 63-53 O-K Gold Conference win over the Trojans at Thornapple Kellogg High School, limiting Trojan junior center Jared Stolicker to just one field goal and only seven points. Caledonia senior center Matt Russo bumped Stolicker around in the post all evening long, and got lots of help from his teammates. “Matt accepted a challenge, which he always does because he’s that kind of young man, but it was a team effort,” said Caledonia head coach Todd Bloemers. “We did as good a job on our help as we have all year.” The Fighting Scots led by ten, 29-19, at the half and still had the lead as many as eight points with two minutes left in the third quarter. TK went on a little run, and a three by Kenny Price on the opening possession of the fourth quarter cut the Caledonia lead to 41-40. “If you’d have told me we would be (only down) 41-40 and 45-42, when they took Jared out of the game as much as they did, I don’t know if I’d have believed it,” said TK head coach Lance Laker. One point was as close as the Trojans would get the rest of the way though. An offensive put-back by Jacob Bultema pulled the Trojans to within three at 47-44 with just over five minutes to play, but Luke Wiest answered with a three-point play at the other end then later drilled a three that pushed the Caledonia lead back to double digits at 56-46 with three minutes left. Weist led the Scots with 26 points and three assists. Paul TenHarmsel had a big night as well, finishing with 19 points. Russo finished with three points and 11 rebounds. “We got 31 points off the 20 turnovers we forced,” said Bloemers. “That’s the telling stat of the game, and that’s the stat we’ve been losing in the second half of the season.” Thornapple Kellogg got 18 points from Price, who hit four threes on the night. Greg Hamilton added 16 points and seven rebounds. Stolicker added 13 rebounds and two blocks to his seven points. “We had a lot of spots of adversity, and as young a team as we are we continued to battle tonight,” Laker said. The win was the tenth of the season for the Fighting Scots, who are 10-9 overall and end O-K Gold Conference play with a 5-9 mark. They’ll close the regular season at Allendale Thursday. TK is now 9-10 overall, and also ends league play at 5-9. The Trojans bounced back to top Lowell in overtime Tuesday, 64-58. Thornapple Kellogg trailed 22-19 at the half, but came back to move in front by three heading into the fourth quarter. The two teams ended regulation tied at 49-49. Stolicker led the Trojans with 23 points, while Hamilton added 17, Price 11, and Coley McKeough eight. Lowell got 26 points from Derek Cornish, 15 from Jacob Meyer, and nine from Isaac Tawney. Thornapple Kellogg closes out the regular season at home against Hopkins Friday, then will head to Zeeland West for its Class B District Tournament action. The Trojans face the host Dux in the opening round Monday at 8 p.m. The winner of that game advances to face Hopkins in the district semifinals Wednesday night. Caledonia’s Paul TenHarmsel is whistled for a foul as he goes after a shot by Thornapple Kellogg’s Kenny Price during the third quarter Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) AD takes over LHS boys’ basketball, starts 3-0 by Brett Bremer Sports Editor There aren’t too many undefeated varsity boys’ basketball coaches left in the state in late February. Wayne Piercefield is one of them though. Lakewood’s varsity boys’ basketball team improved to 3-0 under its new head coach, the Lakewood High School athletic director, by knocking off Williamston at home Friday night 57-50. “Williamston was playing for a share of the league title tonight, so we got to play the role of the squashers,” Piercefield said. A statement released by Piercefield Tuesday (Feb. 23) said, “after proposed disciplinary action due to inappropriate language at last Friday night’s basketball game; coach (Vitor) Imbuzeiro has decided to resign, effective immediately, as the head coach for our varsity boys’ basketball program. Coach Imbuzeiro feels like this is the best decision for all parties involved. The Lakewood Athletic department has accepted his resignation. “Athletic Director Wayne Piercefield, along with long time varsity assistant Ed O’Mara, will be taking over the coaching responsibilities for the remainder of the season.” Imbuzeiro was in his first season coaching varsity basketball in the United States, after playing professionally in Brazil for eight seasons then going on to coach youth there and in Japan at the high school level for 11 seasons. The Viking boys had a record of 3-13 under Imbuzeiro. “We changed everything,” Piercefield said. The Vikings moved from a 2-3 zone to a pressing man-to-man defense. There’s a renewed emphasis on getting to rebounds and loose balls. Piercefield said his team is throwing four guys at the offensive glass, and five at the defensive boards. “It’s all been the kids,” Piercefield added. “They’re playing for each other. The believe in themselves, and they’re not going to let their teammates down.” Lakewood jumped out to a 28-21 half-time lead Friday against the Hornets, then pushed that lead to double figures entering the fourth quarter. Nate Bryans led the Vikings with 16 points, and Dylan Benit finished with 11. Piercefield added that Cody Lindemulder had a huge night making all the hustle plays, taking two charges and cleaning up on the boards. “I don’t think Williamston could match our intensity,” Piercefield said. “We had two or three guys on the floor for every loose ball to their one. I don’t think there was a loose ball we didn’t get.” Lakewood scored a 74-38 victory at Ionia Monday (Feb. 22), then knocked off Charlotte at home Tuesday (Feb. 23) 56-54. Lakewood will take on Haslett at home Thursday to close out the regular season. Lakewood ladies have won 5 of 6 Lakewood forward Cody Lindemulder turns the corner against Williamston Friday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Lions outscore Rams by 10 in fourth to earn second win by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ basketball team scored its second win of the season Tuesday, knocking off Galesburg-Augusta in Kalamazoo Valley Association action 46-42. The Lions went on a tear in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Rams 17-7 in the period after trailing 35-29 heading into the quarter. Garrett Reid scored eight of his team-high 16 points in the fourth for the Lions, and Maple Valley was 9-of-10 at the foul line in the final quarter to secure the win. Reid also had four assists and three steals. Maple Valley also got eight points and seven rebounds from Riley Fisher, and six points each from Josh Burd and Austin Tobias. Dylon Davis led Galesburg-Augusta with 12 points, and Jon Puente finished with 11. The Rams led 21-17 at the half. The Lion boys go for win number three Thursday at home against Delton Kellogg. Maple Valley is now 2-17 overall this season, and 2-15 in the KVA. Maple Valley suffered its second threepoint loss of the season to Olivet Friday, falling 62-59 on the road. The Lions’ Burd had a three-point attempt in the final seconds, that head coach Trent Harvey said made it three quarters of the way through the hoop then rattled out. Maple Valley led 34-30 at the half, but the Eagles went on a 19-9 run in the third quarter and held a slim lead for the remainder of the contest. “We had quite a few turnovers (in the third quarter), and they hit some nice threes,” Harvey said. “We had six turnovers in the third.” The Lions built their first-half lead with a solid offensive performance. After the two teams finished the first quarter tied at 10-10, the Lions outscored the Eagles 24-20 in the second. “The kids shot the ball well, passed the ball really nice, and attacked the rim,” Harvey said. Trent Courtney led Maple Valley with 15 points, and Tobias added 13. Burd had a nice all-around game, finishing with 12 rebounds and three assists. Olivet got 16 points from Tim Johnson, and 14 from Jay Cousineau. The Lions start postseason play at Dansville Monday, taking on PewamoWestphalia in the first round of the Class C District Tournament at 8 p.m. The winner of that game advances to face Bath in the district semifinals Wednesday at 8 p.m. by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Vikings have picked a good time to pick up their play. Lakewood’s varsity girls’ basketball team won five of its last six ball games heading into this week’s Class B District Tournament at Charlotte High School. The Vikings were slated to face Gull Lake in the district semifinals Wednesday evening. The one loss in that stretch was a two-point defeat at Lansing Catholic. Lakewood bounced back to win back-to-back non-conference ball games to start last week over Ionia and Charlotte, then topped Williamston on Senior Night at Lakewood High School Friday to close out the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division season. Lakewood guard Madison King races past Williamston’s Kelsey Grace during Friday night’s CAAC-White contest at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Lakewood’s Emily Kutch (right) goes hard to the hoop despite the defense of Williamston’s Lauren Epple Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Vikings end the regular season with a 9-11 record, and a 4-6 mark in the league after the 54-43 win over the Hornets. “Kind of the theme of the week was let’s go play defense and make things happen, and we’re not worried as much about offense,” said Lakewood head coach Tal Thompson. “Every practice we’ve had for the last four practices, the first hour and a half has been 100-percent defense and that’s where we’re winning games right now.” Lakewood took a 24-23 lead into the half, after allowing the Hornets just eight points in the second quarter. “As a team we played really well just across the board,” Thompson said. “Defensively we had some breakdowns, but we caused 28 turnovers just by getting in the passing lanes and causing tons of travels because they thought it was open and then they had to panic and travel.” A little offense helped too. Kati Kauffman had a big senior night, knocking down four three pointers and finishing with 12 points. “She had four three-pointers, all in the second half, all in crucial moments,” Thompson said. “They came out and had a little bit of a run in the third quarter to start it. I think they scored the first four points, and then she just went on a tear. She had nine of our 16 points (in the third).” Lakewood then closed out the Hornets in the fourth quarter, with the help of a solid performance at the foul line by Kristin Hilley. She was 5-of-6 at the stripe in the fourth, and finished with 12 points. The Vikings also got ten points from Lexie Spetoskey, and nine points and four assists from Emily Kutch. Anna Lynch led the Vikings on the glass with six rebounds, and Kalli Barrone added five. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 4, 2010 — Page 17 Hastings struggles shooting, but Chargers don’t Saxon junior forward Jon Kalmink pressures the Chargers’ Brad Ophoff at the top of the key during the fourth quarter Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Hastings has five days to get things figured out. The Saxon varsity boys’ basketball team ended its regular season with a 55-40 loss at Covenant Christian Tuesday, to fall to 6-14 overall this season. Lakewood will host next week’s Class B District Tournament, which includes the Saxons. Hastings opens postseason play Monday at 6 p.m. against the Charlotte Orioles. “We’ve got five days,” said Hastings head coach Don Schils. “We know Charlotte pretty well from scouting, so we’ll go to work on trying to stop the things they like to do and figure out how to put the ball in the hole a little more often.” Hastings had just five field goals in the whole first half against the Chargers Tuesday, and trailed 24-11 at the intermission. Covenant Christian went on a 7-0 run to close out the first half, and led by double figures for most of the rest of the night. The Saxons did pull within eight points early in the second half, but then the Chargers’ outside shooters went off. Covenant Christian hit five threes in the third quarter, and ten for the night. Zach Start led the Chargers with 18 points, on six threes. Jonny Dykstra chipped in 12 points for the hosts, and Andrew Veldman eight. In the last six minutes of the third quarter Two from Thornapple Kellogg bowl their way to D2 finals In her first season of high school bowling, Thornapple Kellogg sophomore Anna Osterbaan has earned a spot in the Division 2 State Finals along with senior Trojan teammate Josh Scott. The pair both finished in the top ten in the singles competitions at last Saturday’s Division 2 Regional Tournament hosted by Continental Lanes in Kalamazoo. It will be the first appearance in the state finals for Scott as well. The top ten boys and ten girls Saturday qualified for the March 5-6 State Finals which will be held at Super Bowl in Canton. The team regionals were held Friday, and the top three boys’ and girls’ teams advanced to the state finals. “Josh, he definitely had the potential to go,” said Thornapple Kellogg assistant coach Cheryl Cooper. “Anna being in her first year, it wasn’t something (we thought about) at the beginning of the year, but I definitely felt she’d have the opportunity to go because of how she’d been bowling recently.” Osterbaan placed fourth in the girls’ singles competition, rolling a score of 1,094 in her four games Saturday. Mattawan’s Jessica Snyder took the girls’ regional championship with a score of 1,209. Scott scored a 1,140 to place eighth in the boys’ standings. Coldwater’s Ben Cappella took the boys’ regional championship with a score of 1,288. Wayland had three of the top ten individual girls, with Chelsea Marcus placing second with a score of 1,188, Robin Koetje placing sixth with a total of 1,062, and Nichele Abts tenth with a score of 1,024, and two boys in the top ten as Jimmy Laur was fifth with a 1,183 and Taylor Andrews ninth with a 1,136. Wayland’s boys’ took the team regional championship Friday, with a score of 4,169 through two regular games and six Baker games. Coldwater was second with a score of 3,922, followed by Mattawan with a 3,765. Both Coldwater and Mattawan teams qualified for the state finals Friday. The girls’ team title went to Parma Western, which scored a 3,601. Mattawan was second with a score of 3,538, and Coldwater was third with a score of 3,429. Wayland just missed out on sending its girls’ team to the finals, as the Wildcats placed fourth with a 3,334. Caledonia’s girls placed eighth in the team standings with a 3,059, and the Thornapple Kellogg girls were tenth with a 2,950. Caledonia and Thornapple Kellogg’s boys were both less than 60 pins from a spot at state. The Fighting Scot boys’ team placed fourth with a 3,724, and the Trojan boys’ fifth with a 3,708. the Charger lead went from eight to 28. “We said we wouldn’t leave (Start) open, and we did,” Schils said. “We knew he was capable of hitting shots like that. On the other side, (Jordan DeBoer) I think is their leading scorer and we held him down.” The Saxons didn’t hit enough shots themselves, especially early. Hastings had a 7-4 lead midway through the first quarter, but a pair of threes by the Chargers were the only two baskets the rest of the period. “The first half we felt we got good looks, and just couldn’t get anybody to put the ball in the hole consistently,” Schils said. Matt Cathcart and Kevin Bosma had nine points each for Hastings, and Zach Passmore finished with eight points, nine rebounds, and four assists. The Saxons ended the O-K Gold Conference season Friday, with a 49-32 loss at home against Ottawa Hills. The Bengals limited the Saxons to two points in the second quarter, and took a 25-13 lead into the half. Like they did Tuesday, the Saxons kept battling. They cut the Ottawa Hills lead to five late in the third quarter, and had the ball with a chance to cut it to three. A missed shot sent the Bengals going the other way in the final seconds though, and they would connect on a pair of free throws to push the lead back to seven. Devon Ivy led Ottawa Hills with 14 points, he scored ten of them in the fourth quarter. Hastings got ten points from Passmore, eight from Bosma, and seven from Tate Miller. The winner of Monday’s district opener between Charlotte and Hastings will face Eaton Rapids in the district semifinals Wednesday at Lakewood High School. On the other half of the bracket, Lakewood and Delton Kellogg meet Monday evening with the winner of that contest advancing to face Gull Lake in the semifinals Wednesday. The Saxons’ Dustin Glaser goes up for two points during the third quarter of Tuesday night's non-conference loss at Covenant Christian. (Photo by Brett Bremer) TK-Hastings has its best league finish The Thornapple Kellogg-Hastings varsity boys’ swimming and diving team had its best ever conference performance in its home pool at the Community Education and Recreation Center in Hastings over the weekend. The Trojans edged West Catholic by four points for third place in the O-K Rainbow Conference Meet standings, and had their first three athletes named as all-conference performers. Brad Gagnon, Jacob Bailey, and Tyler Swanson all earned all-conference honors. Swanson had the top performance for the team, placing second in the 100-yard butterfly with a time of 58.46 seconds. Grand Rapids Catholic Central’s Aaron Schwallier won the race in 56.18. That was one of just three events that the Forest Hills team did not win. Forest Hills earned the league championship with 577 points. Catholic Central was second with 445, followed by TK-Hastings 253, West Catholic 249, Wayland 204, Ottawa Hills 164, and Grand Rapids Central/Creston 93. The Trojan lead over West Catholic after one event was the same as the Trojan lead at the end of the day Saturday. TK’s team of Bailey, Kevin Osterink, Swanson, and Dylan Pennington placed fourth in the 200-yard medley relay placed fourth in the 200-yard medley relay, two spots and more than 12 seconds ahead of the West Catholic foursome in the event. West Catholic scored more than 20-percent of its points in the diving competition, with Nick Burciaga winning the title with a score of 485.80 which set a new conference record. His teammates Danny Selgo and Ben Paxson placed second and fifth in the event respectively. Swanson reached the final championship heat in all four of his events, while Gagnon and Bailey were in three. Swanson also placed fifth in the 200-yard individual medley with a time of 2 minutes 15.36 seconds. He teamed with Pennington, Zack Zwiernikowski, and Gagnon to place fourth in the 200-yard freestyle relay with a time of 1:36.60. All three TK-Hastings relay teams were fourth, with Dalten White, Carl Olsen, Craig Gagnon, and Zwiernikowski teaming up to finish the 400-yard freestyle relay in 3:47.04. Brad Gagnon placed sixth in the 200-yard freestyle with a time of 1:58.60 and fourth in the 100-yard freestyle in 53.15. Bailey was fifth in the 50-yard freestyle with a time of 23.73, and fifth in the 100-yard backstroke in 1:01.61. Other scorers for the TK-Hastings team at the meet included Will Sprague, Mile Belcher, Daegan Mix, Jacob Gray, Josh Wheeler, James Moray, Joe Harvath, and Bret Miller. The top three swimmers in the 200-yard individual medley broke the old meet conference record of 2:07.53 in the event, with Forest Hills’ Roger White taking first in 2:06.18. The Forest Hills’ team of Paul Kersjes, Dan Jakubowski, Bradley Klanderman, and Cassidy Hayden also set a new conference mark in the 200-yard freestyle relay with their time of 1:32.23. Horton helps his Kentwood team win tournament Hastings guard Keith Garber is hit by Covenant Christian’s Jordan DeBoer as he goes in for two points late in the fourth quarter of Tuesday’s contest. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hastings third grader Jack Horton plays for the Kentwood Falcons Squirt B hockey team and recently helped his team win a championship at the Midwinter Classic in Chicago. The tournament included teams from several different states, but in the Squirt division included three other teams from the Chicago area. After three play-off games, the Falcons won the tournament, with Horton giving the assist on the gamewinning goal. The Kentwood team sported a record of 30 wins, 2 ties, and 1 loss as it headed into this month’s district play-offs. SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org THURSDAY, MARCH 4 TBA Boys Varsity Wrestling 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm Girls Girls Girls Girls Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball A H A A H WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 FRIDAY, MARCH 5 TBA Ind. State Finals @ Auburn Hills 7:00 pm Girls Varsity Basketball Districts @ Charlotte HMS teams first and third at Bellevue The Hastings Middle School Gold and Blue team wrestled at Bellevue Sunday. There were a total of 12 teams competing. The Gold team finished first for the day with a total of 302 team points. The Blue team finished in third place with a total of 181 team points, which was only 4.5 points behind the second place team, Springfield. Hastings Gold placed a total of 14 wrestlers in the top six of their weight groups, and Hastings Blue had 15 wrestlers that placed. Gold team wrestlers that placed for the team were Nic Schaefer (first place), Nic Schaefer (first), Aaron Williams (first), Josh Ehredt (sixth), Zach Wilcox (second), Ethan Haywood (first), Jason Slaughter (first), Jake Sherman (fifth), Stephen Kendall (first), Mike Mansfield (third), Logan Bleam (second), Zack Morrison (first), Mitch Gee (third), and Nate Pewoski (fifth). Blue team wrestlers that placed were Jake Zimmerman (sixth), Josh Darnell (third), Braxton Prill (fourth), Marshall Christenson (fourth), Brody Madden (second), William McKeever (sixth), Carson Williams (third), Patrick Murphy (fourth), Dan Soya (fourth), Steven Schaffer (fifth), Mike Johnston (third), and Ryan Johnston (sixth). Boys Varsity Wrestling A A SATURDAY, MARCH 6 TBA Ind. State Finals @ Auburn Hills 9:30 am Boys MS Wrestling Charlotte Invite 10:00 am Boys Varsity Basketball District Practice @ Lakewood Boys Varsity Wrestling A A A Girls Girls Girls Girls Boys 7th “B” 8th “B” 7th “A” 8th “A” Varsity Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball To Be Announced To Be Announced Newhall-White Newhall-White Districts vs. Charlotte @ Lakewood 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:30 pm Girls 7th “A” Basketball Duncan Lake Middle Girls 7th “B” Basketball TBA Girls 8th “A” Basketball Duncan Lake Middle Girls 8th “B” Basketball TBA Hockey Banquet @ HHS Cafeteria Boys Varsity Basketball Districts @ Lakewood Hastings Athletic Boosters meeting, HHS Room B125 H A H A A Times and dates subject to change. Thanks to This Week’s Sponsor: Hastings Orthopedic Clinic, P.C. MONDAY, MARCH 8 TBA TBA 4:15 pm 5:30 pm 6:00 pm 4:15 pm Girls 7th “B” Basketball Forest Hills Central MS - H White 4:15 pm Boys MS Wrestling Comstock Park A 5:30 pm Girls 8th “B” Basketball Forest Hills Central MS - H White A A H H A HASTINGS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Contact Laura 948-0506 to Sponsor the Sports Schedule “Quality Care with Compassion” 840 Cook Rd. Hastings, MI 49058 Phone: 269-945-9520 Toll Free: 800-596-1005 Contact us on the web @ www.hoc-mi.com 77543537 7th “B” 8th “B” 8th “A” 7th “A” TUESDAY, MARCH 9 Ind. State Finals @ Auburn Hills Kraft Meadow Kraft Meadow Kraft Meadow Kraft Meadow �Page 18 — Thursday, March 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Trojan girls win district opener against Hawkeyes by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The path for Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity girls’ basketball team to a district championship game has two hurdles this week, and they’re both ones that the Trojans have already cleared once. Hamilton and Hopkins both fell in nonconference contests against the Trojans during the regular season, and the Hawkeyes were downed in the Class B District Opener against the TK ladies at Allegan Monday 5736. The Trojans were scheduled to take on Hopkins in the semifinals Wednesday night. The district final is slated for 7 p.m. Friday. Thornapple Kellogg had four girls finish in double figures, but only five girls score, in the win over the Hawkeyes Monday. Alyssa Weesie led the way with 17 points, Shelby Tedrow added 14, and Anisa Shaw and Cassie Holwerda had ten points each. TK also got seven points from Kiley At left, Thornapple Kellogg’s Alyssa Weesie looks to go back up with an offensive rebound as she's surrounded by Caledonia’s Lexi Miller (left) and Brenna Donahue in the second quarter Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Buursma. Hana Hunt did a good job of finding teammates in position to score, finishing with ten assists. Shaw added five assists. Weesie also led the Trojans in rebounds with eight, and Tedrow chipped in six boards. The Trojan team only turned the ball over ten times all game long. TK is now 6-15 overall this season, after ending the O-K Gold Conference season with a 1-13 mark Friday night against Caledonia. Caledonia closed out a runner-up finish in the O-K Gold Conference by topping the Trojans in Middleville , 57-46. The Scots were 11-3 overall this season in the league, behind 14-0 Catholic Central who topped the Scots in Grand Rapids last week Tuesday. Despite the difference in the final league standings, the Trojans and Scots were tied 1515 at the end of one quarter, 22-22 at the half, and 37-37 heading into the fourth quarter. Caledonia pulled away in the final five minutes, outscoring the Trojans 12-3 in that run. “In the fourth quarter, that’s the best we’ve executed in four games,” said Caledonia head coach Joseph Harvey. “We talked about, since Catholic Central, getting back to basics. Doing the fundamental things.” Point guard Lexi Miller and forwards Reyni Harvey and McKayla Gehrls were working the Scots’ pick and roll well late in the ball game. Miller finished with a gamehigh 22 points to go along with four rebounds and three assists. Reyni finished with eight points. Lindsee Weis had 12 points for the Scots, and knocked down three three-pointers in the first quarter. “If it wasn’t for Lindsee Weis in the first quarter, we might have been down ten or 12,” coach Harvey said. “We talked the other night about just shooting it when it’s there. She’s got a nice stroke.” Weesie led TK with 11 points and four rebounds. Buursma and Shaw added ten points each, Holwerda eight, and Tedrow seven. Holwerda and Weesie both picked up their fourth foul late in the third quarter, and that limited the Trojans somewhat. Still, TK was pleased with its effort. “The whole year our defense was playing well, and we’ve never second guessed how well we’ve played defensively - even though we gave up too many lay-ups tonight especially in the fourth quarter,” said TK head coach Andy Kopf. The lead changed hands 11 times on the night, but TK last held the advantage at 35-33 in the final minutes of the third quarter. “TK has improved dramatically. Those kids played a good basketball game tonight,” coach Harvey said. Trojan guard Anisa Shaw backs away from Caledonia’s Lexi Miller during the second quarter Friday night at Thornapple Kellogg High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Bowling Scores Wednesday P.M. Hair care 60-40; Four Pals 57-43; Eye and ENT 56.5-43.5; Mill’s Landing 51-49; The River 45.5-54.5; NBT 30-70. Good Games and Series - G. Scobey 159; B. Norris 120-530; S. Beebe 180; S. Drake 196; Y. Cheeseman 182-495; D. Huver 197484; T. Christopher 181; K. Moore 134; J. Pettengill 128-346. Senior Citizens Usedtobe #1 61-35; Butterfingers 57.538.5; Three Gals & a Guy 55-41; Just Having Fun 54-42; Sun Risers 52.5-43.5; Kuempel 48-48; Be Happy 48-48; King Pins 44.5-51.5; Ward’s Friends 44-52; Early Risers 44-52; M&M’s 37-59; Just Friends 30.5-65.5. Good Games and Series Women - J. Gasper 235-593; C. Stuart 176; Y. Markley 143-378; S. Krystiniak 169; B. Hathaway 174-424; M. Kingsley 109-297; K. Moore 134-338; S. Merrill 205; N. Bechtel 153-437. Good Games and Series Men - L. Markley 170; D. Murphy 153; K. Schantz 201; W. Talsma 197-550; R. McDonald 214-592; M. Saldivar 200-553; P. Krystiniak 167-473. Mixerettes James Process Service 60-40; Kent Oil 6040; Dewey’s Auto Body 53-47; NBT 51-49; Nashville Chiropractic 50-50; Dean’s Dolls 47-53; Sassy Babes 44-56; Good Friends 3565. Good Games and Series - D. James 193544; T. Drake 193-484; N. Bechtel 172-438; S. Drake 171; E. Bond 128-379; J. Alflen 196513; L. Elliston 201; B. Hathaway 175-476; N. Goggins 173-436; V. Carr 207-512; S. Nash 180-479; K. Fowler 200-536; J. Pitch 140. Friday Night Mixed Matt’s Bunch 58; Spencers Towing & Tire 56; Shirlee’s Family 53; Ten Pins 50 1/2; 9 Na-Wiggle 47 1/2; Part Time 47; The 4 B’s 45; Heads Out 44; Dum Schitz 44; All But One 41; Haldan 40; Team #13 38; Oldies But Goodies 37; Spare Time 35. Women’s Good Games and Series - N. Shafer 210-566; A. Hall 181-516; T. Phenix 186-509; B. Breitner 153-398; N. Taylor 155390; M. Daniel 201; B. Roush 179; R. Murrah 178; T. Bush 167; C. Thomson 149; O. Gillons 148. Men’s Good Games and Series - M. McKee 228-636; M. Pennington 223-633; J. Barnum 233-623; B. Taylor 235-616; M. Hall 212-615; J. Wanland 235-598; M. Kasinsky 212-587; A. Taylor 193-537; B. Madden 187533; M. Clark 199-482; D. Sears 192-481; H. Pennignton 216; J. Bush 213; J. Smith 205; M. Albert 178; S. Abbott 153. Sunday Night Mixed Sandbaggers 70 1/2; Team Ate 56; Skabbs 56; Pinchasers 55 1/2; Sunday Snoozers 52 1/2; Lanes Divided 52; Late Arrivals 50; Shelly’s Country Daycare 50; Funky Bowlers 49; Straight Liners 46; The Heath Gang 43 1/2. Women’s Good Games and Series - K. Becker 227-571; M. Heath 212-552; B. Heath 169-449; M. Olin 159-432; D. Roberts 146414; M. Daniels 193; F. Ames 172; A. Churchill 172; S. Symonds 130. Men’s Good Games and Series - R. Guild 266-681; DJ James 244-652; B. Hubbell 237599; M. Eaton 235-599; C. Merica 208-555; J. Haner 196-532; S. Wilkins 198-486; M. Bassett 147-388; B. Allen 205; B. Shafer 204; J. Lesick 191. Tuesday Trio’s Coleman’s 85-23; CBS 59-45*; Lu’s Team 58.5-49.5; Twisted Sister’s 57-43*; Lynn Denton Agency 54.5-49.5*; Lucky Strikes 53-51; Trouble 50-46; Quick Response Fire 47-57*; Delton Pole 43-45*; Sister’s 42-62*; Super Crips 39-69; Team 12 0-88*. * Games to be made up. High Game - D. James 242; T. Daniels 237; Shirlee V. 235; P. Ramey 227. High Series - Shirlee V. 591; T. Daniels 588; L. Potter 573; Heather 570. Tuesday Mixed Grove Street Cafe 67-37; Hastings City Bank 57.5-46.5; Hurless Machine Shop 5747; Boyce Milk Hauler 54-50; Barry County Red Cross 43-61; J-Bar Antique Tractors 32.5-71.5. Men’s Good Games - K. Armstrong 245; G. Hause 199; C. Armstrong 199; L. Porter 197; M. Yost 182; C. Steeby 181; D. Blakely 177. Men’s Good Series - K. Armstrong 682; G. Hause 564; C. Armstrong 512; L. Porter 519; M. Yost 475; C. Steeby 497; P. Scobey 480. Women’s Good Games - B. Wilkins 214; B. Moore 213; B. Smith 195; M. Westbrook 191; S. Beebe 173; D. Ware 166. Women’s Good Series - B. Wilkins 515; B. Moore 463; B. Smith 447; M. Westbrook 462; S. Beebe 499; D. Ware 423. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-03-11.pdf e58d48410823b8828beb6d482fbdacab PDF Text Text County discusses church purchase New ideas for better roads Vikings’ Steverson wins 285-pound title See Story on Page 5 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 19 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 10 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, March 11, 2010 City considers request to reduce deer herd NEWS BRIEFS United Way awards given tomorrow by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Hastings City Council received a request Monday evening from resident Carl Belson that it consider culling the deer herd within the city limits. In a letter to the city council, Belson mentioned that the cities of Hillsdale and Grand Rapids have reduced their herds when the animals caused too destructive to vegetation and became a nuisance to traffic and pedestrians. Belson suggested that meat from harvested deer could help feed low-income people. “Actually Don [Mayor Pro-tem Don Bob May, mayor of Hastings Corporations, employees, donors and others will gather at noon Friday, March 12, at the Commission on Aging in Hastings to celebrate the accomplishments of this year’s Barry County United Way ‘Live United’ campaign. Donors attending the event are being asked to each bring a can of soup which will then be given to the Food Bank of South Central Michigan. Attendees will be treated to a variety of soups donated by County Seat, Cracked Pepper, Fall Creek, Green Street Café, Pizza Hut, Mexican Connexion and the Walldorff Brew Pub and Bistro restaurants. To donate to the campaign or for more information, call the Barry County United Way at 269-945-4010. Charity dance to benefit relay The Barry County Cancer Support Team is raising funds for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life and will host a charity dance at the Middle Villa Inn and Micro Brewery in Middleville from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, March 12. Dance music will be provided by Les Jazz. The cover charge is $7 per person. A cash bar will be available. Those who wish to have dinner may order from the menu at 6 p.m. at their own expense. Reservations are suggested and may be made by calling 616-891-1287 or 269-795-3640. CASA chili cook-off set for Saturday Everyone is invited to attend a chili cook-off from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 13, at the Delton Moose Lodge, 5420 Moose Lodge Drive, Delton. All proceeds from the event will benefit Court-Appointed special Advocates, a non-profit network that supports and promotes court-appointed volunteer advocates for abused and neglected children. The cost for the cook-off is $5 per person. For more information, call the Delton Moose Lodge at 269-623-2112. Musicians’ showcase to feature three A musicians’ showcase, featuring Doug Acker, Hank Butler and Brian Hemmeke, will begin at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 13, at Double Lovin’ Ice Cream and Bakery, 104 E. State St. in downtown Hastings. All three musicians are known in the area and have performed at Hastings Summerfest. There is no admission charge. Set clocks ahead Saturday night Daylight saving time begins officially at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 14. But those who don’t care to stay up until that hour may want to sent their clocks forward Saturday before retiring for the evening. Since 2007, the official start of DST in the U.S. has been the second Sunday of See NEWS BRIEFS, continued on page 2 “We have people in the community that feed them — it’s a good place to live. They [the deer] found out that we’re one of the best small cities in America.” Tree-tapping time is here The 2010 Maple Syrup Queen Stephanie Schaffer, along with court member Kristen Iszler and members of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Association spent Saturday, Feb. 27, placing buckets and spiles throughout the village. The weather has turned to the perfect condition for sap to run, with warmer days and cooler nights. The association will boil the sap collected at the Maple Manor in Vermontville. (Photo provided) Tubbs] and I heard from the DNR, at the Kiwanis meeting, that if we wanted to curtail the deer, we have every right, and the DNR didn’t have any objection. But, they wouldn’t help us,” said Mayor Bob May. “If anybody has driven on the outskirts of our community, they would see that our options are pretty slim, but they [the deer] are going to be right back,” said May. “It’s not just on the outskirts,” said Trustee Jeri DePue. “I almost hit one pulling into my own driveway on South Jefferson.” “We have people in the community that feed them — it’s a good place to live,” said May who quipped, “They [the deer] found out that we’re one of the best small cities in America.” [Since August of 2008, when a deer in a Kent County was found to have chronic wasting disease, it has been illegal to feed or bait deer in many parts of the Lower Peninsula, including Barry County.] The council directed city staff to investigate what culling the herd would entail and bring that information to a future council meeting for discussion and consideration. Later, the council held a first reading on a proposed ordinance that would allow the use of temporary fencing to control snow and seasonal damage from animals such as deer, which often forage on landscape plantings. Trustee Frank Campbell said that as he read the proposed ordinance, it appeared that people would not be allowed to cover their rosebushes with a container to protect them from animals and the elements. “I think we should not be the Big Brother here on this. People have the right to protect their property,” said Campbell. “If we can’t do it by getting rid of the deer and stuff they’re all over this town, and put up those temporary fences ... People who live on highways have to wrap with burlap ... you don’t allow that ... putting containers down to cover it.” City Manager Jeff Mansfield explained that wrapping and covering trees and shrubs with protective materials and containers is allowed. The section of the ordinance to which Campbell was referring states as much, saying that those types of coverings are not considered temporary fencing and are therefore not subject to approval by the zoning administrator. “I kind of get the impression that something has happened that everybody is putting these fences up,” said Trustee David Tossava. “I only saw three around town, and there was only one I saw that was actually a fence.” “There are some that are fences; we had a number of examples that we brought up here,” said Mansfield. “What we wanted to do was make those fences legal because under the current code, those wouldn’t be allowed but they are necessary for deer control.” Tossava said he didn’t think the ordinance was needed. “I don’t think the issue is so much having that [temporary seasonal fencing[ as having it year-round,” said Trustee Don Bowers. “The deer normally aren’t in town that much during DEER, continued on page 8 Unpaid airport fuel investigation continues It has been nearly two years, yet the investigation continues into unpaid gasoline at the Hastings/Barry County Airport. In late 2008, Barry County Administrator Michael Brown asked for an investigation into the disappearance of 2,510 gallons of gas that occurred over a 10-month span. The city’s attorney, Stephanie Fekkes, who has been handling the five civil cases related to the unpaid gas, said some of the funds have been repaid. Skydive, Thornapple Academy and Thornapple Flying Association have all paid in full, she said. She is currently in discussions with Bernie Kuzava Jr. to resolve outstanding payments for fuel. Fekkes said she will not pursue civil charges against the final defendant until the criminal investigation is complete. “Civil action is dependent upon the pending criminal investigations that have been going on for almost 10 months now,” she explained. “I am not going to pursue any civil charges until the criminal investigation is resolved because it would be duplicating.” The Barry County Sheriff Department has been investigating the final case of unpaid gas that is still unresolved. A final interview of the case was conducted Tuesday afternoon, and the case may be forwarded to the prosecutor’s office for review in the next few days. Sheriff Dar Leaf said the investigation was delayed and lengthened by two factors: The department was told by the county board to wait on the investigation, and when they were told to move forward, the detective was out of the office for medical reasons for four weeks. County Commissioner Michael Callton, who was chairman of the county board when the initial investigation request was made, said Wednesday, “the delay was not on our [the county board’s] part. It’s frus- trating for us because we’re the victim.” He said he double-checked with the county administrator and Brown told him he had never requested a delay in the investigation either. Several factors contributed to the unpaid gasoline. The initial investigation revealed that over an unknown period of time, at least one of the pumps at the airport was incorrectly recording the amount of gasoline pumped. Pumps were not locked when not in use, giving rise to speculation that fuel could be taken without knowledge of the airport manager. Also, the accounting system used to record the transactions was later found to be inaccurate. Airport officials have since taken steps to repair the broken pump, update the accounting system and ensure that the pumps are securely locked. Jason Blair, former airport manager, resigned Jan. 31, 2009, saying “the job was not worth the hassle.” Blair was replaced by Mark Noteboom who discovered the discrepancy and reported it to Brown and the board. During the initial investigation by the sheriff’s, a deputy reported he was able to drive through the open gate and up to the pumps at a time when the airport was officially closed. The deputy reported seeing a gasoline nozzle lying on the ground. A pilot came forward during the investigation and told the deputies he remembered pumping a total of 25 gallons at one point and his receipt only showed nine gallons pumped. He said he reported the discrepancy to Blair. According to records, 4,037 gallons of fuel were in the tanks on Jan. 1, 2008. The airport purchased 32,953 gallons at that time and through Oct. 31, 2008, pumped 28,138 gallons. On Oct. 31, there were 6,342 gallons in the tanks, a shortage of 2,510 gallons. Nancy Simpson (center) receives tributes honoring her nearly 17 years of service on the Barry Intermediate School District Board of Education from Board President Tim McMahon (right), and Ben Geiger, from State Rep. Brian Calley’s office. Simpson resigns from Barry ISD Board The Barry Intermediate School District Board of Education, at its Monday meeting, regretfully accepted the resignation of board member Nancy Simpson. She resigned due to her family's relocation from Hastings to the Canadian Lakes, Mich., area. During a ceremony to honor Simpson for her service, BISD Board President Tim McMahon presented a plaque to her, and Ben Geiger, from State Rep. Brian Calley’s office, presented Simpson with a proclamation from Calley and State Sen. Patricia Birkholz. Simpson became a BISD board member July 1, 1993, and former BISD superintendents Tom Mohler and James Hund attended the ceremony that honored her for her efforts. “Nancy brought a lot of knowledge and fiscal responsibility to the BISD board, and she will be missed,” said BISD Superintendent Jeff Jennette. The BISD Board is currently looking for a candidate to fill the remainder of Simpson’s term which expires in June 2011. The candidate must live in the Delton Kellogg or Hastings school districts. The deadline for interested candidates to apply is Friday, March 19. The final selection will be made by the BISD Board. Interested applicants should send a letter of application to Barry ISD, 535 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings, Mich. 49058, Attn: Tim McMahon, board president. �Page 2 — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner NEWS BRIEFS continued from front page March, and the extra hour of daylight in the evening lasts until the first Sunday in November. The Thornapple Wind Band is made up of volunteer adult musicians from throughout Barry County and beyond. For information on joining the band, contact Bill Johnson at 269-795-3729 or johnsonbill1971@sbcglobal.net. Wind band to perform March 14 Delton garden club The Thornapple Wind Band travels to Battle Creek Sunday, March 14, to pres- to meet March 17 ent a joint concert with the Kellogg Community College Concert Band. Everyone is welcome to join the bands at 3 p.m. in the Binda Performing Arts Center on the campus of Kellogg Community College, 450 North Ave. in Battle Creek. From marches to show tunes and folk songs to festival pieces — a variety of music will be played. Wednesday, March 17, at 6 p.m., the Inland Lakes Garden Club will hold its monthly business meeting. The program following the meeting will be a tutorial on creating terrariums, presented by club member Sue Milleson. The presentation is free to attend. For information about the program or how to join the club, call 269-623-8490. Workshop to focus on roles and responsibilities of elected officials The leadership pillar of the Hometown Partnership initiative of the Barry Community Foundation is continuing its goal of educating the community about leadership opportunities by offering a workshop on the roles and responsibilities of elected officials. The workshop will take place Thursday, March 25, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. in the community room of Hastings City Bank, 150 W. Court St. Judge James Fisher will review information about the judicial system in Barry County and the related elected offices. Requirements for election, functions and responsibilities, suggested skills and best practices will be discussed. Positions covered will include circuit court judge, district court judge, probate court judge, prosecutor and sheriff. Ann Nieuwenhuis, a retired Michigan State University Extension staff member, will cover the roles and responsibilities of county government officials. This includes county commissioner, county clerk, county treasurer, drain commissioner, register of deeds and county surveyor. Cindy Davis, member information services specialist from the Michigan Townships Association, will discuss township positions, including supervisor, trustee, clerk and treasurer. A representative from the Michigan Association of School Boards, Renny Ransbottom, will talk about the role and responsibilities of school board members. “Whether you plan to run for public office or want to be an informed voter, this workshop will be of help to you,” said Sandi Drummond, chair of the leadership pillar. “We are fortunate that many public officials allowed us to interview them and contributed to the information we are sharing.” Also included in the workshop will be general information regarding leadership qualities, policy-making and the role of ethics in public service. Each speaker will allow time for questions. The cost of the workshop is $15, which includes a book developed by the leadership pillar committee with input from local elected officials. Call the Barry Community Foundation at 269-945-0526 to register. Miss Delton 2010 Pageant is tonight The public is invited to attend the Miss Delton 2010 Pageant at 7 p.m. tonight (Thursday, March 11) in the Delton Kellogg High School auditorium. Admission is free. Eight contestants are vying for the Miss Delton crown. They are Megan Boulter, Kelsey Sofia, Chelsea Vincent, Meghan Boer, Chelsea Martin, Ginny Forsyth, Brianna Russell, Shanae Kalee and Lupita Perez. During the pageant, each girl will give an introductory speech and answer five questions they have prepared in advance. After a brief intermission, they will answer a question “on the spot.” Part of the judging will be based on a one page essay, answering the question: “Where do you expect to be in life in 10 years?” “These girls are always prepared and excited to be a part of the pageant,” said Cindy Thompson, coordinator of the Miss Delton program. “They are a great group of girls, and the judges will have their work cut out for them. We would love to have all the seats full of people there to support them.” The winner will receive a $500 educational scholarship and a 16- by 20-inch portrait from Herb Doster, Photographer. Her four court members will each receive a $25 VISA gift card. All winners will receive monogrammed T-shirts from Katie and Christy’s MidLakes Screenprinting and Active Wear. The new Miss Delton and her court will reign for one year with required monthly community service projects and fundraisers. All the funds they raise will be donated back to the area service organization or charity of their choice. Any contestants who are not selected as Miss Delton or who do not become seniors are eligible for future pageants. The pageant is sponsored by The Delton Founders Weekend Committee and Chapple Realty. Flowers are provided by Delton Floral. Information about the Miss Delton candidates follows: • Meghan Boer, 15, daughter of Pete and Michelle Boer, is a sophomore. She is active in the Delton Kellogg High School band and the Delton Kellogg Theatre Arts Company. Her other interests include bell choir and reading. She plans to attend a four year college. • Megan Boulter, a sophomore, is the 15 year old daughter of Dale and Lisa Boulter. Her school activities include the Delton Kellogg High School band and the Delton Kellogg Theatre Arts Company. Her other interests are participating in flute competition, drawing, music, reading, “burning brownies and hanging out with my friends.” She performs solos and duets at competitions and takes part in Delton’s Hometown Christmas. Megan plans to attend Alma Contestants for the Miss Delton title include (from left) Megan Boulter, Kelsey Sofia, Chelsea Vincent, Meghan Boer and Chelsea Martin. Candidates who were not available for the photo are Ginny forsyth, Brianna Russell and Shanae Kalee. College and major in science and minor in music education. • Ginny Forsyth, 14, a ninth grade student, is the daughter of Greg and Kathy Forsyth. Ginny has been selected to be a student at the Battle Creek Area Math and Science Center where she takes advanced courses. She also is involved in the Delton Kellogg Theatre Arts Company and was recently involved in the high school follies and the fall play. In her free time, Ginny enjoys writing stories, reading, playing Wii, listening to music and hanging out with friends. “I am very involved in my church; I volunteer in the children’s ministry there.” • Shanae Kalee, a sophomore, is the 17 year old daughter of Shannon and Jennifer Kalee. Shanae participates in choir, the high school follies and the Delton Kellogg Theatre Arts Company. Her interests include singing and writing songs. She plans to get a master’s degree in student and family counseling. • Chelsea Martin, 15 year old daughter of Barry and Catherine Martin, is a sophomore. Chelsea’s school activities include the Delton Kellogg High School Marching Band (first chair flute) and the Delton Kellogg Theatre Arts Company. She has served as stage manager for the play “Pollyanna” and the high school follies. Chelsea’s interests include reading, listening to Broadway music, doing puzzles, swimming and hanging out with friends. She intends to go to college, but hasn’t decided what career to pursue. • Brianna Russell, 14, is the ninth grade daughter of Ryder and Shayne Russell. Brianna’s school activities include cross country, basketball, track and soccer. Her interests are sports, listening to music and hanging out with friends. She hasn’t decided which college to attend, but she hopes to become a pediatrician. • Kelsey Lynn Sofia, a sophomore, is the 15 year old daughter of Bonnie Sofia. Kelsey’s school activities include cross country, track and being a Student Council representative. Her interests are running, reading, camping and spending time with family and friends. She plans to attend Ferris State University and become a police officer. • Chelsea Vincent, 16, is a sophomore and the daughter of Larry and Rhonda Vincent. Chelsea’s school activities include being part of the fall and spring plays, basketball, Big Brothers Big Sisters, SADD and softball. Her interests are drawing, painting, snowboarding, basketball, softball, video games and creative writing. Chelsea said she is “generally an honor roll student and try to keep my grades at a 3.5 or higher, and I have a really good mindset for my future.” She hopes to attend Kendall College, earn a master’s degree and “apply for a job at Disney Pixar Animations to be a cartoon or graphic artist.” Gun Lake park, campground temporarily closed Heaving of pavement caused by seasonal freezing and thawing has temporarily closed the state park on Gun Lake. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment announced Friday that the Yankee Springs Recreation Area in Barry County has temporarily closed the Gun Lake Day Use Area and campground roads until further notice. Seasonal frost has caused the pavement to heave and roads to crumble, making them unstable for travel, subject to severe damage, and unsafe for park visitors. Once the frost is out of the ground, the roads usually settle within one to two weeks, according to DNRE officials. Staff will mon- itor the condition of the roads daily. The dayuse area and campground roads will reopen when it is determined they are once again stable and safe for vehicular travel. Walk-in visitors are still welcome. Yankee Springs Recreation Area is located at 2104 South Briggs Road, Middleville. For updates regarding the condition of the roads and the reopening of the Gun Lake Day Use Area and campground roads, contact the Yankee Springs Recreation Area Manager Ben Stapish at 269-795-9081 or visit the Web site at www.michigan.gov/yankeesprings. Local minister places in sermon contest 07536485 A sermon by a Hastings clergyman was selected as one of the winning entries in the Alma College Sermon Contest celebrating the 500th anniversary of the birth of John Calvin. Jeff Garrison, pastor at First Presbyterian Church of Hastings, was awarded the $200 third prize. Presbyterian clergy, lay pastors and seminarians from the Synod of the Covenant — a region encompassing approximately 800 churches in Michigan and Ohio — were invited to write and submit a sermon on ways in which Calvin’s 16th Century theology are beneficial to 21st Century Christians. A native of North Carolina, Garrison has degrees from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and San Francisco Theological Seminary. As a seminary student at Pittsburgh, Garrison was introduced to Calvin theology under the teaching of Charles Partee. Calvin, born in 1509, was a French theologian during the Protestant Reformation and the father of the Christian belief system called “Reformed tradition” or “Calvinism.” “We determined a year ago to acknowledge John Calvin, who is considered the founder of Presbyterianism, by sponsoring this contest,” said Carol Gregg, chaplain at the Presbyterian Jeff Garrison Church USA-affiliated Alma College. “Our team of faculty judges were encouraged that pastors wanted to talk about Calvin’s history in their churches,” she said. “We were pleased with the creative applications of Calvin’s theology and how pastors made them relevant to their congregations.” �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — Page 3 Barry County GOP hosts candidates and banner signing Eldon Grubb signs his name on the protest banner. Gubernatorial candidate Tom George emphasizes a point during is talk at the GOP Expo. Hastings Exchange Club announces March Young Citizens Jacob Dunn (left) and Jordan Davis, pictured here with teacher Trisha Kietzman, are the Young Citizens for March at Southeastern Elementary School. Named Young Citizens for March at Star Elementary School are Samantha Mitchell (left) and Amanda Harp, joined here by teacher Julie Carlson. Paul Scott is hoping to be the next Michigan Secretary of State. by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Barry County voters upset with wasteful governmental spending had a chance to sign a protest banner Saturday at Barry County Christian School. County GOP chairman Ben Geiger organized the event, billed as the ‘first-ever free political expo.’ The message on the banner was “Stop wasting our money,” and dozens of people signed their names. Geiger said the banner will be sent to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi expressing Barry County’s disapproval of the record spending by the Obama Administration and the Democratic Congress. “This massive document will be the ultimate symbol of Barry County’s outrage at our increasingly irresponsible federal government,” said Geiger. “This banner is to tell Washington that citizens in our county are sick of footing the bill for their outrageous spending habits.” The expo also provided an opportunity for candidates to meet their Republican constituents before the August primary. “The expo was a tremendous success for attendees and candidates, alike. This event proved that Barry County residents want to make a difference this election year. The Party has received positive feedback from everyone involved and hopes to duplicate this event again,” said Geiger. Candidates for governor in attendance were Tom George, M.D., and Mike Bouchard. George is state senator from Kalamazoo and Bouchard is Oakland County Sheriff and state senator. Two candidates running for the secretary of state were State Rep. Paul Scott from the 51st house district in Grand Blanc and State Sen. Cameron Brown from Sturgis in the 16th district. Candidates for the state senate were State Rep. Rick Jones from Eaton County and State Rep. Brian Calley from Portland. Also in attendance were Sen. Bill Hardiman (R-Kentwood), Rep. Justin Amash (R-Cascade), Ellie Johnson and Bob Overbeek running for U.S. Congress. Hastings Public Library gives schedule Central Elementary School’s Young Citizens for March are Cassidy Monroe (left) and Christina Osterink, with teacher Michelle Benningfield. Sam Johnson (left) and Brianna Beck are Northeastern’s Young Citizens for March. They are joined by teacher Alice Gergen. Thursday, March 11 — winter reading club continues; Movie Memories, Gregory Peck in “The Yearling,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 12 — pre-school story time about St. Patrick’s Day, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Saturday, March 13 — teen video game tournament finals, 1 to 4 p.m. Monday, March 15 — Hastings Public Library Board meets, 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 16 — toddler story time: “Stories of Bill Martin Jr.,” 10:30 to 11 a.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 17 — Tweens Royal Readers enjoy Mr. Bim’s Bamboo, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; “Two Broads Abroad” author event, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information about any of the above. HEA elects officers for the 2010-11 school year Hastings Middle School Young Citizens for March, joined by teacher Mark Martin, are (from left) Brad Smith, Zach Carlson, Brittany Johnson, Maryn McCausey and Mary Feldpausch. St. Rose sixth grader Charlie Hayes, named his school’s Young Citizen for the month of March, is joined by teacher Amy Murphy. The Hastings Education Association recently held its annual election of officers. With 115 members voting, the following teachers were elected officers of the union: Larry Christopher, president, 98 votes; Wendi McCausey, vice president, 112 votes; Trisha Kietzman, secretary, 112 votes; Tracy George, treasurer 110 votes; and Jan Lawson, Michigan Education Association representative, 111 votes. �Page 4 — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Credit needs to flow to Main Street To the editor: Not long ago, I testified before a subcommittee of the Senate Banking Committee on a vital issue to Michigan: ensuring that small businesses have access to the credit they need. We need credit to flow to these Main Street businesses if we’re going to beat back unemployment. Recent economic data suggest that, from a technical standpoint, our economy is rebounding. But despite the fact that our economy is becoming productive again, it is not providing job growth. If we do not act quickly to help restore employment, the green shoots for which we have so much hope will wither. When I talk to employers in Michigan, often the first problem they discuss with me is the difficulty in obtaining the capital they have traditionally relied on to finance their operations — to meet payroll, to finance inventory, to update their equipment or to expand their business. Dozens upon dozens of businesses have come to us, worried about their inability to keep their lines of credit or get new ones. Even those with excellent credit records and plenty of orders to fill cannot get the financing they traditionally have obtained. At times, my office has worked one-on-one with individual businesses and local banks, trying to find solutions that can keep business humming. We have had discussions with the Michigan Bankers Association and with state officials to try to match worthy businesses with banks willing and able to lend. But the problem persists. For much of this crisis, our attention has been focused on the largest financial institutions in our country. Programs like TARP provided large sums of capital to these large institutions because their failure would endanger the entire economy. But now, while giant firms such as Citi and Goldman Sachs report massive profits, the real lifeblood of many local economies — local banks — are struggling. Recently, the FDIC released a report that demonstrates the scope of the problem. At the end of 2009, the report said, 702 banks across the United States were in at least some danger of failure. That was up 27 percent from just three months before and a whopping 1,400 percent from the end of 2006, when only 50 banks were on that list. Not surprisingly, as these community banks have struggled, bank lending has plummeted, down 7.5 percent from 2008 to 2009. And in Michigan, the problem is worse. By one estimate, bank loan volume in Michigan declined by 74 percent from 2007 to 2009. We must do something to support community banks so that they can lend to the small businesses that are key to creating jobs in our communities. That’s why I have co-sponsored a bill offered by Sen. Jeff Merkley of Oregon that would provide support to community banks so they can begin lending again. Another factor that keeps businesses from getting loans is similar to something most homeowners are coping with. Just as the value of our homes has fallen in this recession, so has the value of the inventory and equipment held by businesses. Because those assets are worth less, banks are less able to provide loans that use them as collateral. Our own Michigan Economic Development Corporation has a program that is designed to help support the collateral values of borrowers in this situation. And for years, the state has operated a Capital Access Program, which can also help borrowers with decreased collateral values. That program funds reserve accounts for loans to businesses that need collateral support. I think we can draw from the experience of these programs, and craft legislation that will directly help Michigan businesses get the capital they need to begin growing again to put people back to work. Carl Levin, U.S. Senator from Michigan Prairieville board defended To the editor: I’m writing this letter to respond to the complaints that Lloyd Goyings made about the current Prairieville Township board in his letter in the Banner March 4. I’m not going to respond to the individual criticisms since most of the complaints made throughout the letter were typically vague and derogatory with no evidence to back them up. Anyone can make accusations about anything, but that doesn’t make them true. According to Goyings, this board can do nothing right. Poor Supervisor Stoneburner — I’ll bet he didn’t know when he was elected to this job that he would be expected to morph overnight into a lawyer, computer expert, emergency medical technician supervisor, and CEO with a crystal ball. Mr. Goyings appears to be angry about everything this board is doing. He even stood up at one of the board meetings and complained about the location of the clerk’s office. I guess I can’t imagine why anyone would be concerned about the placement of office space in a township hall, so I have to wonder, what in the world is all this about? Mr. Goyings hasn’t been the supervisor of the township in 10 years. Things have changed. We now have a board who understands we are in the 21st Century. They have updated the township equipment and office procedures to meet the standards of the technological age. For the first time in years they have attended Michigan Townships Association trainings so they can update their skills and learn mandated procedures, make money-saving decisions regarding insurance and financial programs, etc., and yes, changed the placement of the clerk’s office. It’s admirable when residents show interest in their government. It’s a completely different story when it becomes what I believe is a dysfunctional over-involvement that is so obviously personal. To the present board, I give you my thanks, my support, and I for one, really don’t care where your offices are. Kathy Mutschler, Prairieville Township Survey may result in a new ‘system’ for improving Michigan’s roads A Kent County engineer explained the results of a statewide survey to the Barry County Chamber of Commerce at its meeting Feb. 20, 1948. Yes, 1948. More than 60 years ago, the State of Michigan participated in a survey called “a logical and equitable system of highway maintenance, improvement and construction” to determine the future of Michigan’s roadways. Otto Hess, engineer-manager of the Kent County Road Commission and president of the Michigan Good Roads Federation, told members of the Chamber that “the road survey included every mile of road and streets in Michigan. ... about 13 percent less money is now being spent on roads in Michigan than was expected 20 years ago, [that would be 1928], adding that traffic is about nine times as great as it was 10 years ago” in 1938. Hess added that 43 states then had a higher gas tax than Michigan, one had a two-cent gas tax and three, like Michigan, had a three-cent tax. He noted that “higher costs and less income placed road commissions across the state in a tough spot.” Hess told how all highways took severe punishment during World War II, when only vital maintenance work occurred. With declining revenues, road commissions across the state were being forced to eliminate some services considered essential by consumers. Now, fast forward more than 60 years and the state’s road maintenance is again in jeopardy. Due to economic conditions, the state finds itself drowning in red ink while Michigan’s roads continue to crumble. In the governor’s state-of-the-state address, she called for an increase in the gas tax along with what some thought unthinkable just a few years ago: tolls on certain roadways. As the state begins debate on the upcoming budget, it looks as though this year’s deficit could grow to $1.7 or $2 billion, depending on what cuts and new revenue sources can be found in the coming months. It doesn’t look as though state’s taxpayers are in the mood for tax increases of any kind, yet road improvements continue to put pressure on Michigan’s economic improvement. We can’t expect a great deal of economic growth when trucks and increased traffic cannot travel down the state’s highways without major damage to the vehicles. Good roads and bridges are imperative to any state’s growth. One of Michigan’s economic attractions was our high-quality ‘fee-free’ road system. Back-to-back years of declining revenues, compounded by decreasing gas tax income, continues to put a strain on Michigan’s roadways. In the 1940s, not only did the state collect a gas tax, but it also set aside a share of the liquor tax to help fund road maintenance and construction. Now most of the funding comes from a state gas tax, with the balance coming from matching federal transportation dollars and vehicle registration fees. According to state officials, Michigan currently receives 92 cents for every transportation dollar it sends to Washington; without an increase in the current gas tax, that number could drop to 50 cents. So again, taxpayers find themselves in a quandary: do we raise taxes, designate some roads to fee-based highways or continue to ignore road construction and infrastructure needs in the immediate future? I think most residents understand the importance of a good road Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Nation is moving closer to socialist health care To the editor: Ronald Reagan once said “The nine most terrifying words in the English language are: ‘I’m from the government and I’m here to help.’” Democrats need a gimmick to pass “Obamacare” because the usual approach has failed. Now that the Democrats can’t overcome Republican threats to filibuster a final package of Obamacare proposals, they have come up with a new plan to force the president’s plan through the House and Senate. They’ve crafted a way around the Senate’s filibuster rule, so they hope to get Obamacare signed into law by Easter. First, the House would pass a reconciliation bill making changes to the Senate-passed bill. With a reconciliation bill, the filibuster rule in the Senate would be set aside, and liberal Democrats would only need 51 votes. They call this the “nuclear option,” because Senate leaders Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. system and the impact state highways have on transportation and tourism throughout the state. But with declining revenues, legislative leaders must look for new ideas to solve the growing problem. It’s been more than 13 years since the state raised the gas tax. The tax went from 15 cents a gallon to 19 cents, while diesel stayed at 15 cents. The state currently spends around $3 billion a year on road maintenance, but with declining revenues, it continues to put more pressure on state coffers to pick up the additional funding needs. Michigan continues to look for additional revenue by raising taxes to the business; industry and residents left in the state, yet over the past two years, we’ve lost more than 1 million residents. With this in mind, we have to take into consideration new revenue sources other than raising taxes. One solution might be for Michigan to lease out some of its 81 rest stops and 14 Welcome Centers across the state to the highest bidders. They could offer a long-term lease on the property to companies such as McDonald’s, Arby’s, Big Boy or Burger King by promoting a convenient “oasis” to motorists along Michigan’s highways while transferring all the expense of maintenance of the rest stops to the fast-food operators. Smaller rest stops, like the one on M-66/M-43 south of Woodbury would make a good place for a seasonal vendor, such as ice cream wagons, sandwich shops, coffee shops or even farmers markets. The leases would bring in millions of badly needed revenue while saving save the state millions in maintenance costs. Plus, just think of all the new construction dollars available when operators build facilities across the state — not to mention the increase of new jobs as they begin to staff their operations. One condition of the contracts should be that the new operations cannot sell gas. That way, the new operations are not at an advantage over the brick and mortar operations that have existed for many years along our state highways. Many states already lease their rest areas space. According to a Lansing State Journal article, Florida took in $145 million in rent and commissions from 1989 to 2009. According to a Virginia Transportation Research Council report, Illinois takes in about $5 million annually in sales from its seven toll-road plazas. The amount Michigan could receive would depend on how many rest areas were leased and what the savings would be by transferring the maintenance to the tenants. It’s time Michigan turned its rest stops from cost centers to cash cows, rather than continuing to raise taxes to fund our state’s roadways. If Michigan legislators are going to turn our state around anytime soon, they need to start thinking out of the box. State leaders advocate entrepreneurial thinking, yet they continue to operate with a tax-and-spend mentality. That kind of thinking won’t work in today’s fast paced global marketplace. It’s time for new ideas, creative outlooks and cooperative governing. Send a message to Lansing: “it’s not about increasing taxes, it’s about expanding business and creating jobs that will solve the problems across Michigan. would be bending the rules of the Senate to avoid any chance of a filibuster. Reconciliation is only to be used to pass spending, revenue and tax bill (not health care). If reconciliation is used, the House would have to pass the exact Senate-passed version (no changes). This trick would force many liberals to pass a bill that they don’t think is complete (no chance to discuss or change after the fact as been stated as the goal). The left knows this may be its only hope of moving America closer to a socialist, singlepayer health care system. If this Obamacare becomes law, the Republicans should immediately file with the Supreme Court, because it is totally unconstitutional, and the majority of Americans do not want it. Carl Swanson, Delton Does change in athletics busing really help? An area school district has decided to allow parents to drive spring athletes home after events to save the cost of paying bus drivers to wait. Do you think this is a good idea, considering that some parents may provide transportation for children other than their own? Census forms due Residents of Barry County began receiving letters this week from Robert M. Groves, director of the U.S. Census Bureau, notifying them that the 2010 Census form will be in the mail by Monday, March 15. Groves encouraged those who receive the forms March 15 to fill it out and mail it in promptly. His letter reads, “Your response is important. Results from the 2010 Census will be used to help each community get its fair share of government funds for highways, schools, health facilities and many other programs you and your neighbors need.” Thursday, April 1, is National Census Day. Residents are encouraged to use this as the day to return their census questionnaires. Local governments also have been urging residents to answer and return the census questionnaires as soon as possible. Anyone who needs help completing the 2010 Census form can visit 2010census.gov. The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. 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I wonder though how much money is being saved.” Sara Parish, Mulliken: “The students would be left in towns they don’t live in and have to find their own transportation home. The bus has to drive back to the school anyway, so how much would it really save?” Peg Cusack, Lake Odessa: “I don’t have a problem with it if the parents know who is driving and give permission. It may encourage more parents to attend the game.” Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — Page 5 County board discusses purchase of church in closed session by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At its meeting Tuesday, the Barry County Board of Commissioners entered a session closed to the public to discuss the possibility of purchasing the Presbyterian church located at 231 S. Broadway in Hastings. According to a document provided last week by the commissioners, the church was for sale for $699,000. Craig Stolsonburg, vice chair of the board, explained last week, after the commissioners met as a committee-of-the-whole, that the church first was considered for purchase by the county as a way to provide additional office space. However, because the county obtained the former library in a swap with the City of Hastings last year, the county likely would utilize the library for the additional space, he added. Resident George Hubka encouraged the commissioners at Tuesday’s meeting to be fiscally responsible by not buying the church, adding that, if it were purchased by a citizen, the county would be able to enjoy the taxes that private ownership of the building would generate. “If you don’t buy that building, it’ll probably be bought by some individual who will put it back on the tax rolls, hopefully, and generate more income for the city and the county,” he said. In other business, the board adopted a resolution to increase bonding options available to the county and designate all of the land comprising the municipality a “recovery zone.” As previously reported, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 allows municipalities designated as recovery zones to issue several different bonds they otherwise would not be able to issue, including those eligible for federal subsidies and those that can be issued to investors utilizing tax structures that do not normally allow them to hold municipal bonds. At the commissioners’ committee meeting last week, Mark Nettleton, an attorney with Mika Meyers Beckett and Jones, detailed some of the conditions associated with the bonds that recovery zones allow for, explaining that one such bond would require workers involved in projects funded by that bond to earn prevailing wages calculated by the Davis-Bacon Act of 1931. The bond also likely would require the use of American steel in projects requiring such a metal, he added. Nettleton previously urged the commissioners to consider the fiscally unpredictable nature of the federal government in relation to the subsidies it has agreed to pay toward the bonds, too. While not specified in the meeting’s agenda Tuesday, the time of sale or transfer, commonly referred to as TOST, regulation adopted by the Barry-Eaton District Health Department in 2007 was the topic of some discussion. The regulation, among other things, establishes standards for the condition of septic tanks and wells attached to properties in the process of being sold or transferred. Even though the regulation reads, “It is not the intent of this regulation to cause existing functional systems, which do not meet current construction standards, and in the case of onsite water supply systems, which are not subject to contamination, to be brought into compliance with such standards,” several commissioners recently have voiced their concerns about implementation of the regulation not reflecting this intent. “I just think we owe it to everybody involved to get this out in the open, discuss it and go from there,” said Commissioner Joe Lyons, who serves with fellow commissioners Michael Callton and Jeff VanNortwick and three commissioners representing Eaton County on a six-member board that oversees the health department. The six-member board is scheduled to meet March 25, and Eric Pessell, director of environmental health for the health department, along with other representatives of the department, were to attend the meeting to address concerns about the regulation. However, according to Callton, they will not be able to attend that meeting. As such, a similar gathering that Pessell and other employees of the department will be able to attend would be arranged, Callton said. The board also took the following actions: • Granted a request from County Clerk Pam Jarvis to have the Barry County Courthouse remain open Saturday, March 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and offer passportrelated services to area residents in observance of Passport Day in the USA. • Awarded a grant of $5,000 in county funds to the Village of Nashville for the replacement of a boat launch located off of Middle Street. • Instructed County Administrator Michael Brown to sign a letter allowing the accounting firm Rehmann Robson to conduct an audit of the county’s finances for 2009 at a cost of $26,400. • Approved a contract to allow the Hastings City/Barry County Airport Commission to receive federal, state and local funds for the completion of projects at the airport, including rehabilitation of the tower at the airport with a rotating beacon and expansion of the airport’s main apron. • Approved an application from Paul and Alma Wing to allow 67 acres in Assyria Township owned by the couple to be recognized through the Farmland and Open Space Preservation Program. • Approved a bid of just over $375 from Dan Smith for a 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe that belonged to the county’s sheriff’s department. ship. According to Stoneburner, the meetings held to finalize the budget were spread out so as to prevent fatigue from impacting the work of board members. “It did help,” he said. When working on the township’s 2009-10 budget, the board convened seven times from Feb. 23 to March 30, 2009. Trustees Bill Miller and Jim Grundy are the only board members who earn a per diem Volunteer drivers bring positive change To the editor: My husband is a disabled American veteran. He has been totally disabled for about five years and homebound. He gets almost all of his medical care from the Battle Creek and Ann Arbor medical facilities. Their services have greatly improved over the past couple of years. A few months ago, we contacted the American Red Cross and asked for their help to transport him to his medical appointments in Battle Creek. This was a major change for the better, in his isolated life. Every time he had an appointment, volunteers from the Red Cross of Hastings were there to help. Not one appointment was missed and every time a cheerful volunteer came to our assistance. Everyone we talked to or have met at the Red Cross transportation office in Hastings, has reminded us that my husband’s time in the military wasn’t for nothing after all. Freedom is not free. Not all military injuries are just physical. We want to salute the Red Cross Barry County transportation office and all of their volunteers who give of themselves to make a great difference for us. Joyce Bradstreet, Baltimore Township Reader clarifies issues about trapping To the editor: I am responding to the letter written by Mary Fisher and Kathy Wiggins printed in the March 4 Banner. I am responding only for some clarification in the article and not trying to create a stormy situation between trappers and non-trappers. I believe I qualify as an expert because I have been trapping since age 10 or 12 years of age. I am now 71 years old and still trapping. The first point I want to make is that most trappers don’t set many foothold traps, since the conibear killer traps work much better. You don’t use any bait, which is what attracts dogs and cats. The snare can be used the same way for fox and coyote. My second point is that no animal will chew off its foot to escape a foothold trap. This would be the same as a human cutting off their hand to escape a bad situation. I use a few live traps, as do most trappers. I use them mostly in barns for trapping raccoons. This trap is not kind to some animals. A lot of times animals break their teeth and claws trying to escape. It is also illegal to release a live raccoon, skunk or opossum from a live trap. They must be dispatched. I do agree with the statement that all pet owners need to know the whereabouts of their pets. Believe me, the last thing a trapper wants to see in his or her trap is a domestic animal. We do try hard to avoid catching domestic animals. George Cullers, Hastings The 10th Amendment to the United States Constitution says, “The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.” This amendment capped off the original Bill of Rights. When the states created the federal government, there was certainly a fear of what it might become. That is the reason for the original amendments in the first place. The 10th amendment freedom has never been more important than it is today. As the debate on national health insurance rages on, it becomes clearer every day that the scope of the federal government has violated our precious Bill of Rights. Earlier this year, I introduced House Joint Resolution CC, which would amend the Michigan Constitution to affirm the right to independent health care by Michigan citizens. The 10th Amendment is the basis for that state authority. But the issues with today’s federal government go deeper than government health care. The current health care proposal is a symp- tom of how far off the role of our federal government has become. Therefore, the solution needs to be of wider scope than protection against forced government health care. Twenty-five representatives in the State House have joined together to introduce House Joint Resolution YY. This state constitutional amendment would create a new, powerful legislative commission that would review the constitutionality of federal actions that impact Michigan and its citizens. This commission would be made up of five representative and five senators. They would be charged with measuring federal laws, memorandums and mandates against the state constitution. It would also identify areas where the federal actions are outside of enumerated powers and so intrude on the sovereignty reserved to the states by the Ninth and 10th Amendments of the United States Constitution. This approach is simple. It simply brings us back to our roots. This country has strong roots. CORNED BEEF AND CABBAGE DINNER Prepared by the Several meetings lead to budget for Prairieville Township by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Within two weeks, from Feb. 4 to 18, the Prairieville Township Board held six different meetings, including four budget workshops, one budget hearing and one regularly scheduled meeting. Township Supervisor Jim Stoneburner explained that the end result of the meetings was a finalized 2010-11 budget for the town- The forgotten amendment salary, and the cost for them to attend the five most recent meetings related to the 2010-11 budget was $875. The 2010-11 budget is balanced, with expected revenues and expenditures both totaling slightly more than $864,000. In comparison, the 2009-10 budget, as adopted in March of last year, also is balanced, showing expected revenues and expenditures both totaling just over $861,000. Two millages, including one with a millage rate of 1 mill and another with a rate of 3.9212 mills are specified in the 2010-11 budget. Also specified in the budget is the issuance of two credit cards with maximum allowable balances of $1,000 each for the board and the Pine Lake Fire Department. The most recent budget also includes pay schedules identical to those specified in the 2009-10 budget for members of the board. It specifies annual salaries for Stoneburner, Clerk Jill Owens and Treasurer Deb Newhouse in the respective amounts of $21,360; $25,750; and $25,750. Miller and Grundy are to earn $87.50 per diem. Unlike the 2009-10 budget, the most recent budget accounts for a minute-taker to earn $60 for each board meeting attended. Stoneburner explained that, while Owens previously took minutes at board meetings, hiring someone specifically to take minutes at meetings would facilitate participation from all board members. “We decided, as a board, that that would be something that would help all of our members to participate equally,” he said. While clerks sometimes take minutes at township meetings, a representative of the Michigan Township Association explained that township clerks are not necessarily responsible for taking minutes themselves, only ensuring that they are taken. Women of the Moose — 2nd Choice: Chicken & Rice — Saturday, March 13th • 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. Call The Moose for Details… 269-945-5284 77544018 Call 945-9554 any time to place your ad in the HASTINGS BANNER In Concert The Baptist Bible College Concert Chorale Sunday, March 14 @ 11:00AM Monday, March 15 @ 7:00PM Hastings Baptist Church 309 E. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings, MI 49058 269-948-8004 A mixed ensemble of approximately 40 singers comes to us from Clarks Summit, PA as a part of their Spring tour. The Chorale has been a part of the college since its founding in 1932. In addition to its annual spring tours the group appears regularly in campus programs such as the Winter and Spring Concerts. The Chorale’s church and Christian school programs include a richly varied repertoire of anthems, spirituals, and classical standards. Student vocal and instrumental soloists included among choral numbers have created a performing tradition of musical contrast and textual integrity. Everyone is welcome! There is no charge for the concert. A free-will offering will be taken to help the Chorale with their touring expanses. 07536386 Area Locations to purchase the Hastings Banner! When it’s time to make tough decisions for your loved ones, choose... River Ridge Assisted Living Family Home 269-948-9842 www.river-ridge.biz 2301229-01 Middleville: Speedway Middleville Marketplace Greg’s Get-It-N-Go Shell Gun Lake: Sam’s Gourmet Foods Gun Lake Amoco Orangeville: Orangeville Fast Stop Pine Lake: Pine Lake Grocery Prairieville: Prairieville Fast Stop Cloverdale: Cloverdale General Delton: Felpausch Michigan Short Stop Shell Fine Lake: Fine Lake Party Store Banfield: Banfield General Store Lacey: Clyde’s Sportsman Post Dowling: Goldsworthys Dowling General Store Woodland: Woodland Express Nashville: Trading Post Little’s Country Store Shell MV Pharmacy Nashville C Store Carl’s Lake Odessa: Lake-O-Express Lake-O-Mart Shell Carl’s Freeport: L & J’s Freeport Milling Shelbyville: Weick’s Food Town The Store at Southshore 77542189 Careful Medicine Administration Insulin Shots Home Cooked Meals Assist with Bathing, Dressing, and other Personal Care Needs Laundry Cable Television Lifeline Bracelet and Service Home Nursing Available Private Room with Bath Transportation provided Reasonable rates 07534709 All the amenities you need with the beauty you’ll love, all overlooking the Thornapple River. Hastings: One Stop Shop (BP) (M-43 North) Tom’s Market Superette Family Fare One Stop Shop (BP) (M-37 South) Hastings Speedy Mart (Shell) State Grounds Bosley Back Door Deli Admiral Penn-Nook Gift Shop P.B. Gas Station (W. State St.) Eye-N-ENT BP Gas Station M-37 West) Algonquin Lake Party Store Xpress Mart �Page 6 — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Michigan loses Race to the Top The State of Michigan will not be receiving the $526 million it applied for through the federal Race to the Top program. The first round of finalists were announced last week on the United States Department of Education Web site. Four local school districts — Hastings, Lakewood, Maple Valley and Thornapple Kellogg had signed a memorandum of understanding in January as a step in the process to apply for the funding. Delton Kellogg officials decided not to pursue the funding. The Obama Administration’s plan will distribute $4.35 billion in Race to the Top funds, and the second round of applications can be submitted in June. As part of its Race to the Top application, Michigan passed laws last year allowing the expansion of charter schools and the state takeover of poorly performing schools, along with other changes. According to the U.S. Education press release, in the application, states were asked to “document past education reform successes, as well as outline plans to extend reforms using college and career-ready standards and assessments; build a workforce of highly effective educators; create educational data systems to support student achievement; and turn around their lowest-performing schools.” The State of Michigan constructed a 10page plan for school reform that was submitted to the federal government. The plan included a list of the 759 school districts who committed to taking part in the Race to the Top program. The document can be found at www.michgan.gov/mde. Worship Together… Area Obituaries Richard Arlen Williams Helen E. Foster Charles J. Fuller ALAMOGORDO, NM - Richard Arlen Williams, age 68, of Alamogordo, NM, died February 21, 2010 in Las Cruces, NM. He was born August 2, 1941 in Battle Creek, MI to Floyd Kenneth Williams and Lawanda (Boyst) Williams. He lived all of his youth in the Barry County area. He enlisted in the US Army and served in Germany and two tours in Viet Nam. He is survived by a daughter, Angie Bailey; two grandsons, Jake and Seth; a sister, Martha Baldwin, and a brother, Edwin Hicks; several nieces and nephews including a special nephew, Greg Williams. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, "Jackie", Kenny, Jim, and Don. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 2 p.m. Graveside in the Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville, MI. DELTON, MI - Helen E. Foster age 80, of Delton, went to be with her Lord, on March 7, 2010, with her loved ones at her side. Helen was born July 14, 1929, in Hastings, the daughter of William and Alta (Callahn) Reid. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 59 years, Robert D. Foster; a son, Darrel L. Foster; brothers, Robert, Earl, and Wayne Reid; sisters, Margaret Armour, and Thelma Campbell. Helen will sadly be missed by her son, Robert W. (Margaret) Foster; her daughter, Linda (Ron) Barry; grandchildren, April (Rick) Hooker, Amber (Jason) Silverthorn, Amanda (Corey) Ellis, John Houston, and Jim Houston; five step-grandchildren, John (Andrea), Daniel and Stephen Barry, Michael Leonard, and Christine (Eric) VanOstran; eight great grandchildren; four step-greatgrandchildren; a sister, Dorothy Hawkins; a brother, Meredith (Dolly) Reid; and many nieces and nephews. Helen retired from Kellogg's in 1991, after 28 years of service, and was a member of the Kellogg 25 Year Club. She enjoyed bowling, gardening, yard work, cooking, baking, and being with her family. Her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren loved her homemade breads and rolls. A memorial service will be conducted, Saturday, March 13, 2010, 11 a.m., with visitation from 10 a.m. until service time at the Cedar Creek Bible Church, 9213 Cedar Creek Road, Delton, with Pastor Robert Norton, officiating. Private burial will take place in Dowling Cemetery. In honor of Helen, memorial contributions to Cedar Creek Bible Church, Barry Community Hospice, or a charity of one’s choice will be appreciated. Helen's family is being served by the Williams-Gores Funeral Home in Delton. Please visit www.williams-goresfuneral.com to share a memory of Helen, or sign her online guest-book. MESA, AZ - Charles J. Fuller, age 82, formerly of Hastings, passed away Tuesday, March 2, 2010, at Banner Hospice in Mesa, AZ. He was born March 20, 1927, in Hastings, the son of Mahlone and Ione (Griffin) Fuller. Charlie graduated from Hastings High School in 1944 and served in the U.S. Army from 1945 to 1947. In 1950, Charlie was married to Mary Louise Reynolds and enjoyed 60 wonderful years with family, friends and most of all each other. Charlie worked his entire life in the Hastings community, retiring from the Hastings School System in 1989. In his spare time, he enjoyed woodworking, collecting electric trains, the outdoors and doing special deeds for friends in Hastings and Apache Junction, AZ. He was preceded in death by his son, Douglas Charles; his parents; and in-laws, Lester and Flora Reynolds. Charlie is survived by his wife, Mary, of Hastings; son, Bruce (Lynne) Fuller of Hastings; daughter, Kathy (Edward) Wright of Rocklin, CA; sister, Agnes (Con) Krammin of Hastings; brother-in-law, Robert (Vivian) Reynolds of Woodland; five grandchildren, Jason (Cyndi) Fuller, Chris Fuller, Jill (Jay) Yoder, Sara Wright and Jacob Wright; three “great” grandchildren, Megan Yoder, Jay Michael Yoder and Nathan Fuller along with several nieces and nephews. A special memorial service will be held at Hope United Methodist Church in Hastings, on Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 11 a.m. Family and friends are welcome to attend the service and luncheon immediately following the service. Memorials in his name may be made to Hope United Methodist Church. 77543868 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH The Fourth Sunday in Lent March 14 - Worship 8:00 & 10:45; Noisy Offering for Sudanese Relief; Sunday School 9:30; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. Wed. Worship March 17 - Supper at 6:00 - Worship 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover-grace.org. Rev. Mike Kemper. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday 9 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 11:30 Women’s Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Saturday - 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; Newsletter Deadline. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 MIDDLEVILLE, MI - Harold Sias, age 66, of Middleville, passed away March 5, 2010. Harold was born August 8, 1943, in Lakeview, the son of Adelbert and Mabel (Lake) Sias. Harold was a meat cutter for Meijer Inc., for over 42 years, retiring in 2006. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. Harold took great pride in his yard, as he loved mowing. On June 16, 1962, he married Judith (Judy) Smith, who survives. Other members of his family include children, Phyllis (James Henion) Jousma, Gary (Renee) Sias, Scott (Delainna) Sias, Karen (Richard) Lintemuth, and Bonnie (Thomas) Buschinski; his mother-in- law, Sophie Smith; 13 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Harold was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Betty Bissell and Beverly Higgins; brothers, Bill and Edward Sias; his father-in-law, Sylvester "Joe" Smith; and his best friend his Doberman, Patty. A memorial service was conducted, Wednesday, March 10, 2010, at the Beeler Funeral Home in Middleville. Memorial contributions in Harold's memory may be directed to the American Lung Association. Arrangements made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Mary Alice (Bancroft) Boomer Mary Alice (Bancroft) Boomer went home to be with her Lord and Savior on the March 1, 2010. Born April 5, 1910, survived by daughter Ruth (Jack) Harmon, of AuTrain; three grandsons and families, Karl (Ann) Harmon, Owosso, Oklahoma, Kevin (Melony) Harmon, Mansfield, Texas, Kirt (Rachel) Harmon, of Munising; great grandchildren Madison and Gage, of Mansfield, Texas; a sister Ada Mae Smith, Milton, Florida; brother Richard Ward, Clayton; many nieces and nephews, along with stepson Norman (Doris) Boomer and family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Florence Ward; her first husband, Charles Millard Bancroft, and second husband, Jeremiah Boomer; brothers and their wives, Harloe and Esther Ward, Roscoe and Rose Ward, Lee Wade and Edith Ward; brother-in-law, Lawrence Wade and sister-in-law Marian Ward. Mary was at the Lauer Family Funeral Homes-Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway, in Hastings where services were held on Saturday, March 6, 2010. Pastor William Bowers officiated. Interment followed in Fuller Cemetery. The family prefers no flowers, but donations can be made to Tendercare Activity Dept., 300 W. City Park, Munising, Michigan 49862. Please share a memory of Mary Alice with her family at www.lauerfh.com Chamber to host Barry County Healthcare Summit next month The Government Issues Committee of the Barry County Chamber of Commerce will host a County Healthcare Summit at 3 p.m. Monday, April 26 at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. The featured keynote speaker is Dee Edington, director of the University of Michigan Health Management Research Center. Dr. Edington’s book Zero Trends: Health as a Serious Economic Strategy emphasizes the need to shift thinking to address healthcare costs and productivity by proactively focusing on systems to develop business and healthy people. “The Chamber of Commerce is fortunate to have secured Dr. Edington as the keynote speaker for the Healthcare Summit,” said Jeff Jennette, chairman of the Government Issues Committee. “The Government Issues Committee decided a year ago to host a Healthcare Summit in response to feedback from a Chamber member survey indicating the desire by the business community to have access to information and resources that might help lower healthcare costs and improve productivity,” he added. The Healthcare Summit event sponsors and co-presenters are the Barry County Healthcare Coalition and Pennock Health Services sharing detailed best practices and informational resources with the business community as a part of this program. Additional partnering sponsor is the Community Assets Pillar of HomeTown Partners, an initiative of the Barry Community Foundation. For more information about the Healthcare Summit please contact Valerie Byrnes at the Chamber of Commerce at 269/945-2454. Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net 77528585 B OSLEY Harold Sias �Hastings township supports Murphy in Central Dispatch election by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At Tuesday’s meeting, the Hastings Charter Township Board nominated Keith Murphy, a trustee of the township, to serve on Barry County Central Dispatch’s administrative board for a four-year term beginning this year. Murphy abstained from the vote, and Treasurer Jenee Phillips was absent. According to Murphy, he has served on the administrative board for one year, completing a term begun by Supervisor Jim Brown, who resigned from that board. Murphy explained that while his term officially ended earlier this year, he granted a request from the administrative board to continue to represent that body until an election. “My term, technically, ended the first of January,” said Murphy. He added that he also served on a commit- tee responsible for updating many of the policies and procedures previously utilized by Barry County Central Dispatch. Township Clerk Bonnie Cruttenden explained that also seeking appointment to the seat are Thornapple Township Trustee Patrick Harrison, Assyria Township Clerk Deborah Massimino and Assyria Township Supervisor Mike Timmons. The appointee will be determined by a vote by each of the township boards in Barry County, and March 23 is the deadline for those votes to be submitted, she added. “There is one vote per township,” she said. Comprised of approximately 15 members, the administrative board is responsible for a number of duties related to Barry County Central Dispatch, including approval of purchases and actions involving personnel, equipment and technical issues. Social News The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — Page 7 Filing deadlines nearing for upcoming elections Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land reminds no later than 5 p.m., Monday, March 22. all candidates seeking a judicial, state, coun- Judicial incumbents who wish to withdraw ty, township or village office-seekers of the from the election must submit a written notice filing deadlines for the Aug. 3 primary and to the filing official no later than 5 p.m., Nov. 2 general elections. Thursday, March 25. “Our democracy depends on citizens who Non-incumbent judicial candidates are step up and get involved,” said Land, required to file a nonpartisan nominating petiMichigan’s chief elections officer. “I com- tion containing the requisite number of valid mend those entering public service for DEADLINE, continued on page 9 accepting the responsibilities that come sigwith holding elective the to me Co Barry Expo Center office. The first step is to follow the proper procedures to become a candidate.” The deadlines are — OVER 40 VENDORS — as follows: Crafters Representing: Woodworking, Knitting, Judicial candidates Sewing, Ceramics, Jewelry & Much More! — incumbent judicial candidates who are FREE ADMISSION • KITCHEN OPEN seeking re-election Saturday, March 13th must file an affidavit 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. of candidacy and an affidavit of identity Craft Ray Davis celebrates 80th birthday Wishing Ray Davis a happy 80th birthday on March 6th. Those wishing may send cards to Ray at: 18005 U.S. Hwy. 301, Lot 79, Dade City, Florida 33523. BARRY EXPO CENTER & FAIRGROUNDS 1350 N. M-37 Hwy., Hastings, MI 49058 ® www.barryexpocenter.com 269-945-2224 07536345 The “ S t r etchi n g ” “Your repair dollars go further at” THISS AUTO Hastings “Save $$ on Quality Repairs” • Mechanical Repairs & Service $ 95 • Lube, Oil & Filter from 17 ‘South Pacific’ on stage in Middleville this weekend up to 5 qt. oil • • • • No matter what the just-before-spring-weather brings March 11, 12 and 13, those attending the Thornapple Kellogg High School performances of “South Pacific” at the First Baptist Church of Middleville at 7:30 p.m. will feel the breezes from those warm islands. The cast has been rehearsing and is ready to bring the award-winning story to the stage. Tickets are $5 per person, available at the door. The church is north Middleville on M-37. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Brakes • Tires Save $$ Wheel Alignment from $3495 Shocks & Struts Save $$ A/C Recharge & Repair Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic 77543076 • Collision & Auto Body Repair Local churches continue Lenten services Sundays in Lent begin with Matins at 8:45 a.m. with Divine Service following at 9:30 a.m. At Middleville United Methodist Church, 111 Church St., the theme of the Lenten season is “Way Stations: Oases of Hope in a Broken World.” Sunday services begin at 9:30 a.m. Orangeville First Baptist Church, 6921 Marsh Road, is holding a series of special sermons each Sunday at 11 a.m. The schedule includes March 14, “Mark’s View of Calvary;” March 21, “Luke’s View of Calvary; “ and March 28, “John’s View of Calvary.” For more information, call 269-664-6377. St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, 11850 9 Mile Road, have a Lenten series on the trial narratives in the four Gospels and the trials recorded in the book of the Acts of the Apostles, looking at what they may have to teach about Christian discipleship today. Services begin at 9:30 a.m. J-Ad Graphics newspapers will continue to accept information about special Lent and Easter services and events in area churches. Information about special Lenten services or programs should be submitted via e-mail to patricia@j-adgraphics.com. Include name, address and telephone number of the church; it is helpful to include the time of the Sunday service as well. The deadline for information is each Tuesday by 10 a.m. until March 30 for Easter services. This information will be printed on a spaceavailable basis and is a free service. To ensure publication of an event by placing a paid advertisement, call 269-945-9554. Know Your Legislators: U.S. Senate Debbie Stabenow, Democrat, 702 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-4822. Carl Levin, Democrat, Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-6221. District office: 110 Michigan Ave., Federal Building, Room 134, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 456-2531. Rick Tormela, regional representative. U.S. Congress Vernon Ehlers, Republican, 3rd District (All of Barry County), 1714 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515-2203, phone (202) 225-3831, fax (202) 225-5144. District office: Room 166, Federal Building, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 451-8383. President’s comment line: 1-202-456-1111. Capitol Information line for Congress and the Senate: 1-202-224-3121. Michigan Legislature Gov. Jennifer Granholm, Democrat, P.O. Box 30013, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-3400. State Senator Patty Birkholz, Republican, 24th District (All of Barry County), Michigan State Senate, State Capitol, 805 Farnum Building, P.O. Box 3006, Lansing, Mich. 48909-7536. Call: (517) 373-3447. Fax: (517) 373-5849. e-mail: senpbirkholz@senate.michigan.gov State Representative Brian Calley, Republican, 87th District (All of Barry County), Michigan House of Representatives, 351 Capitol, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-0842. e-mail: briancalley@house.mi.gov (269) 948-3387 Dennis Thiss, Owner Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply 77543880 WANTED HOMES THAT NEED ROOFING Unique Gifts & Collectibles A select number of homeowners in Hastings and the surrounding areas will be given the opportunity to have a lifetime Erie Metal 5RR¿QJ�6\VWHP installed on their home at a reasonable cost. Call today to see if you qualify. Not only will you receive the best price possible, but we will give you access to no money down bank ¿QDQFLQJ�ZLWK�YHU\ attractive rates and terms. 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On Wednesdays in Lent, through March 24, the church will host a soup and bread supper at 6 p.m. in the Gury Parish House followed at 6:30 p.m. by ‘Lenten Study: Approaches to Prayer’ followed by compline. For more information, call 269-945-3014. First Presbyterian Church, at 231 S. Broadway, will focus on the Penitent Psalms. Sunday services are at 9 and 11 a.m. Grace Lutheran Church, 239 E. North St., (across from Tendercare), will offer a “Bread and Broth” series on Wednesday nights during Lent. The evening begins with a light meal (free-will offering) at 6 p.m., followed by the service at 7 p.m. Sunday services, with Holy Communion for all worshippers, are at 8 and 10:45 a.m., with Sunday school for children and adults beginning at 9:30 a.m. Call the church at 269-945-9414 for more information. Hope United Methodist Church sermons during Lent will focus on the nature of the consumer culture and its effect on thinking. Worship services begin at 10:45 a.m. Middleville Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 908 W. Main St., holds Wednesday Lenten vespers at 7 p.m. preceded by a soup supper at 6 p.m. Insurance or Customer Pay 2295 South M-37 Hwy., Hastings 1-800-952-3743 Lic # 2106111513 HPDLO��URR¿QJ#HULHPHWDOURRIV�FRP Catch Spring Fever not the Flu! • • Don·t spend your spring break with the flu. For the past 36 years, flu has peaked in February or later. �Page 8 — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa The Lake Odessa Area Historical Society will meet tonight at the Freight House behind the historic depot on Emerson Street. The speaker will be member Darwin Bennett whose topic will be the Algodon/Anway School on Bliss Road. There should be reports from the art show and baked goods sale which were held on the last weekend of February. The next major event for the society will be the annual doll and toy show the last weekend of March. The Ionia County Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, March 13, at 1 p.m. at the Freight House, with a speaker. The library will be open until 5 p.m. Visitors are always welcome. The Tri-River Museum group will meet on Tuesday, March 16, at 10 a.m. at the Bowne Township Hall on Alden Nash Avenue at 84th Street. Baked fish dinners will be served at St. Edward’s Family Center on M-50 in Lake Odessa on Friday nights March 12, 19 and 26. Last week saw a full house. Imagine making deviled eggs from 18 dozen eggs in order to satisfy the crowd. This dinner features the fish, macaroni and cheese, rice pilaf, rolls, hot vegetable, salad bar, dessert table with ice cream. The fish is baked, not fried and is topped with almonds. The free movie at the Ionia Theater on March 18 will be on secrets of the Holy Land. This is sponsored by the Ionia County Historical Society. Movie time is 9:30 a.m. On March 25, the travelogue will be on the Adirondacks. COURT NEWS Jeremy James Shriver, 31, of Middleville, pleaded guilty to operating under the influence, third offense, in 5th Circuit Court March 9. Judge James Fisher ordered Shriver to spend six months in jail and complete 360 hours of community service in relation to a Dec. 24, 2009m incident when Shriver drove a vehicle on State Street in Hastings while under the influence of alcohol. He also was assessed $200 in court costs, $60 in crime victim rights fund costs, $500 library fund fines, $68 state minimum costs and $500 drug court costs. Coming in another week is the monthly dinner at the Sebewa Center United Methodist Church. The feature is baked chicken. The warmer temperatures each day have led to gradual melting of the snow cover which was on all the lawns, roofs, driveways and streets. The streets have been bare for days, and the sidewalks are pretty much bare except for some run-off from piles of snow on the lawns. It is far better to have thawing days and freezing nights so our snow does not melt in one day causing flooding. The cold nights and warm days have led to the run of sap in the maple trees. The Morris sugar bush has been spewing out fragrant steam and smoke in recent days. This family enterprise is a very efficient operation with three generations involved. The Morris and Shellenbarger sons do most of the leg work. The sugar shanty is complete with a woodburning kitchen range, home made chairs made from logs and a highly sophisticated evaporator. Early Sunday or late Saturday is the recommended time to set the clocks ahead for the 2010 season of daylight saving time. The Michigan Department of Transportation has announced coming closure of roads for highway improvement or bridge repairs. A stretch of M-21 in Ionia is one of those affected. Another is the M-21 bridge in Lowell. However, one lane will remain open. Ionia has alternate routess easy to reach. Vermontville man charged with arson, attempted murder Charles Daniel Maxson, 55, of Delton pleaded guilty to operating under the influence, third offense, and a probation violation before Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court March 4. The probation violation detailed three incidents in December 2009, where Maxson was in possession of substances that violated the terms of his probation. On different days in December, he was found to be in possession of cocaine, morphine and benzodiazephines. Maxson was sentenced to 28 to 90 months in prison and credited for 240 days served. He also was ordered to pay $500 library fund fines, $60 crime victims rights, $500 court costs, $60 state minimum costs and $22 court assessment late fee. Julie Janine Cridler, 44, of Lake Odessa, pleaded guilty to receiving and concealing stolen property between $1,000 and $20,000 in 5th Circuit Court under Judge Fisher March 5. She was ordered to serve 56 days in jail, credited for 56 days, and 24 months of probation. She must pay $250 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $68 state minimum, $240 probation fees and $1,700 in restitution. Court documents state that on July 30, 2009, Cridler was “in possession of leaf blowers and/or weed whips and/or an air compressor, knowing or having reason to believe the property was stolen, embezzled or converted.” Roger Anthony Salazar, 43, of Grand Rapids pleaded guilty to possessing marijuana, second or subsequent offense, and operating a vehicle while impaired. He was ordered last week by Judge Fisher to serve 11 months of jail for the first count and three months for the second, to be served concurrently. Salazar will serve 36 months of probation, and he was assessed $700 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $121 state minimum and $100 library fund fines in relation to the Feb. 5, 2009, incident. Mark Daniel Castle, 46, of Freeport pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle while impaired, third offense, in 5th Circuit Court March 5. He was ordered to serve 30 days in jail, 36 months of probation, and the vehicle used in the Nov. 6, 2009, incident will be immobilized or forfeited for one year. He must also pay $200 court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $500 library fund fines, $68 state minimum costs and $500 drug court costs. Shannon Joann Jamgotch, 39, of Lake Odessa pleaded guilty to one charge of embezzlement between $1,000 and $20,000 while an employee at Family Fare. She will serve five months in jail and 36 months of probation in relation to the August 21, 2009, incident. She was ordered to pay $200 court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $68 state minimum costs, $500 drug court and $1,490 in restitution. She also was ordered to attend substance abuse counseling in jail, and a curfew will be imposed. Dustin Levie Harvath Barry County Sheriff Deputies responded to a Hope Township residence to investigate a reported domestic dispute and possible arson Saturday, March 6. As a result of the investigation, a 28 year-old Dustin Levie Harvath of Vermontville, was taken into custody for arson and domestic violence. The incident remains under investigation. On Monday, March 8, Harvath was arraigned on charges of attempted murder, arson of a dwelling and domestic violence, second offense. His bond was set at $250,000 cash or surety, and he is scheduled to appear in court March 17. Better than the can by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters If you are ever cut off from supermarkets and electricity due to a natural disaster (or because like some of us idiots you choose to go camping), you will be especially interested in this news. And even if your only interest in daily life is eating well, read on, for glad tidings are nearing about how we will soon better process and store food in this country. For about 200 years, we’ve canned food in much the same way, putting it in cans (hence the name) and heating it under pressure for long periods. The heat both cooks the food and kills the bad little critters in the food. But heating the food for a long time is the reason why canned green beans are not like freshly cooked green beans and why canned salmon and chicken just are not like their freshly cooked equivalents. Canned food is better than nothing— because it keeps, because it’s safe and because some of us actually like mushy baked beans from cans. But compared to fresh food, most canned food runs a distant second best. Many food companies, food scientists and a variety of engineers have tried their hand in recent decades at the prospect of finding a way to heat food and its container much more quickly and effectively. The goal has been to dramatically lower high-temperature cooking times so that taste, texture and nutrition of the fresh food can more closely be preserved. But most of the past efforts have failed. But the good news is that on the campus of Washington State University, Dr. Juming Tang is making great strides in bringing to your grocery store exactly what the doctor ordered. The food’s safety has been demonstrated (even the worst-case “bugs” are killed). It gives us better taste, texture and appearance (so people prefer the food). All this means is that what is known as a “shelf-stable” meal will taste and look much more like freshly cooked food, not like a traditional dollop of canned spinach oozing on your plate. Tang and his team recently got the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval for one process, a crucial first step in cooperating with a consortium of companies and entities to bring the basic technology to market and then consumer products to a store shelf near you. “This is the 21st Century approach,” Tang said in his lab. “In 10 years, I believe that most companies that currently produce shelf-stable or refrigerated meals will use this technology.” The new processing technique depends on hot water and long-wave microwaves. (Tang’s microwave isn’t like the one you have at home; his fills a very large room.) The microwaves focus energy onto the food. Careful and clever engineering and the flowing hot water bath, keep the heat distributed, even at the corners, and fully up to temperature. While a traditional canning plant has large boilers and is filled with humidity and wasted energy, this new approach can be much more efficient, cost-effective and environmentally friendly. It also provides a better work environment. “The electricity for the microwave can come from wind or solar, and the heat for the hot water can come from the waste heat of the long-wave microwave,” Tang said. The U.S. Army likes what it sees in the product of the WSU technology. Improving the shelf-stable foods that soldiers in the field live on is always one of its priorities since, as Napoleon once commented, armies march on their stomachs. Major food companies are also paying a lot of attention to this project, and that’s where you and I come in. If Tang and colleagues are successful – and I believe they will be – you can look for pouches or trays of food made from their process on the grocery shelves just a few years down the road. Tang is the first to say he doesn’t know how all the dollars and cents may work out. But the food companies that have seen his technology – and seen and tasted his products – are excited to explore this wholly new way of preserving food. They know which way the wind is blowing for cans. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Sciences at Washington State University. DEER, continued from page 1 BARRY TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF BARRY, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the following is a summary of an Ordinance, being Ordinance No. 60, which was adopted by the Township Board of Barry Township at its meeting held on March 2, 2010. SECTION I. AMENDMENT OF BARRY TOWNSHIP HEALTH/SAFETY/WELFARE ORDINANCE (ORDINANCE NO. 11, AS AMENDED). This section amends Section 2.14 of the Barry Township Health/Safety/Welfare Ordinance (Ordinance No. 11, as amended) (Complied Ordinance Section 55.214) so as to set forth various prohibitions against any person hindering or obstructing a police officer, including but not limited to, prohibitions against furnishing false or misleading information to a police officer or refusing to identify himself or herself by name and date of birth when requested by a police officer where the officer has encountered the person under circumstances which create a reasonable suspicion that the person has committed, is committing or is about to commit a violation of a Barry Township Ordinance or a state or federal law. Violation of this section is a criminal misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 90 days or a fine of not more than $500 or both such imprisonment and fine. SECTION II. SEVERABILITY. The provisions of this Ordinance are severable. SECTION III. EFFECTIVE DATE AND REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days following publication after adoption. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance are repealed. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the full text of this Ordinance has been posted in the office of the Barry Township Clerk at the address set forth below and that copies of this Ordinance may be purchased or inspected at the office of the Barry Township Clerk during regular business hours of regular working days following the date of this publication. Debra Knight, Clerk Barry Township P.O. Box 705, 155 E. Orchard Street Delton, Michigan 49046 (269) 623-5171 77543943 the summer. They have other places to eat; it’s in the winter time that you have that problem ... But, again, do you want to look at it yearround?” “We have some fences around town that look pretty sad right now,” said Tossava. “I think the challenge for the zoning officers is that when someone brings one of these fences to his attention, it is a violation but it’s necessary. So, that’s what the planning commission is trying to do, otherwise he has to go out and tell that person to take it down,” said Mansfield. “Why don’t we go to the cause of the problem to begin with, and that is culling the deer?” asked Campbell. “We’ve talked about this for years and years and years. And I disagree with Councilman Bowers they’re here in the summer. You go up into the First Ward there and talk to Mrs. Campbell — the minute she plants her flowers in the spring they eat them up. We have a year-round problem here. I think, before we put an ordinance in for whatever reason, that we ought to look ... because it is terrible, terrible, terrible, the destruction that is going on in this city... Farmers can do it. When [deer] get into the farmer’s crop, they have the right; they can cull them themselves. They get a permit from the DNR, and they take care of the problem. But, we’ve got ordinances to cover this, protect the deer. We have ordinances that we shouldn’t even have ... I’m sorry, the problem is deer. We gotta do something about the deer, not create an ordinance. That ordinance is not going to stop the deer.” “I would like to remind you that this ordinance is allowing for these structures to be placed; currently they are not legal,” said Mansfield. “We thought they should be allowed.” “You mean if I got trouble on my property, I have to wait for the city to put an ordinance in for me to protect my property?” asked Campbell. “All these people are doing are trying to protect their property by putting these barriers up. So, we’re making it legal ... now it’s at the discretion of an employee whether they can have them or not. That’s what this ordinance reads.” “No, This spells out when they can...” said Mansfield. “Yeah, they have a certain time of year that it does,” said Campbell. “But it takes the discretion away from the zoning administrator ... things that you alluded to before — types of covers and containers that may be placed over top of them are not covered by this ordinance. This ordinance is allowing the structure to be placed to protect from the deer. “We certainly will investigate the culling of the deer herd and report that back to you,” he added. “But that is not going to be immediate. This ordinance allows these steps to be taken immediately.” “The people are already protecting their property. Are we going to write them up for trying to protect their property and keep good yards, which the city insists on?” asked Campbell. “We got a real problem with what we’re trying to accomplish here.” “I hear what you are saying,” said Bowers, “But I don’t understand why you would want your shrubbery, your bushes, in the summertime covered up. I don’t believe it is because, quote, unquote, deer. I get deer on my property all the time, Frank. I had eight there this weekend one day. But, as soon as the summer comes, or spring, and they get food elsewhere, they’re gone. Maybe you’ll get a few in town; but, what are you trying to legislate against other than you want them to cover up DEER, continued next page NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Orangeville Township Board will hold a Public Hearing on the Proposed Budget for fiscal year 2010-2011 at the Township Hall, 7350 Lindsey Rd., Plainwell, MI 49080 on March 30, 2010 at 7:00 P.M. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. A copy of the proposed Budget is available at Supervisors Residence located at 12660 Saddler Rd., Plainwell, MI 49080. This notice is posted in compliance with PA267 of 1976 as amended (Open meetings Act) MCLA 41.72a (2)(3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act. (ADA). Americans With Disabilities Act, stating that if those with disabilities notify the clerk within 10 days prior to the meeting, accommodations will be furnished to satisfy such disabilities and allow meaningful attendance. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Clerk: Jennifer Goy at phone numbers: Office - 269-664-4522, Home - 269-664-4641. Thomas Rook Supervisor Orangeville Township 269-978-0804 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD with Esther Walton JONES Children honored pioneer A year after market low, how should you invest? Interesting pageant presented at Pine Lake Camp, scenes depicted life among Indians The story below, from the March 21, 1934, Banner, involved the Kellogg Pine Lake Health Camp, which today is known as the Michigan Career and Technical Institute in Prairieville Township. Though the focus of the story is on the pioneer who once owned that property, this seemed a fitting start to a series of columns on Will Keith Kellogg, who later owned the property and founded it in 1944 as a vocational training school for disabled World War II veterans. Several individuals and organizations are preparing to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of W.K. Kellogg, who contributed vast amounts of money and property to Barry County. ***** Grandchildren of Eli Wait were guests at camp on Wednesday night The site upon which the Kellogg Pine Lake Health Camp is located was taken up from the government by Eli Wait, the grandfather of Eli Lindsey, in 1835. Mr. Wait arrived on horseback that year from New York State. After a thorough inspection of what is now Prairieville Township, he selected as the site of his farm the lands on the east and north shores of Pine Lake. He was convinced by the presence of numerous and heavy-laden walnut trees that the soil was fertile. He returned to New York for his wife, irene, and his daughters, Jane and Olive. With their coming he built a flatroof cabin. The rigors of pioneering proved too much for the mother and the daughter Jane, as both died soon after the completion of their new home. Their bodies, together with that of Mr. Wait, are buried in a little plot of land he laid out for that purpose near the North Pine Lake schoolhouse, about a half mile from the present site of the Kellogg camp. Alone with his daughter, Olive, he met the hard, lonely tasks of the pioneer. It was fitting, therefore that four granddaughters of Eli Wait, pioneer settler of Prairieville and Barry County, were given the opportunity Wednesday of last week at the Kellogg Foundation camp, of witnessing a pageant, put on by the children of the camp, which portrayed the story of the pioneer days of their grandfather and of their mother. Mrs. Ernest Hall, who now resides on a part of the property originally taken up Eli Wait in 1836, and Mrs. Curtis Brigham of Plainwell, sister of Mrs. Hall, were the guests of honor for the program arranged which was a feature of the closing week of the winter camp group. Two other daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Lindsey and granddaughters of Eli Wait were present, Mrs. Elizabeth Gibson of Nashville and Mrs. Elizabeth Goss of Kalamazoo. Eli Lindsey, grandson of Eli Wait, and owner, with Mrs. Hall’s husband, of the Pine Lake property purchased by the Kellogg Foundation was unable to be present. The present Lindsey and Hall farms as well as the Kellogg camp site were a part of the Eli Wait farm. The pageant presented Wednesday night was based on the researches of E.H. Martindale, the camp director, and his associates. It portrayed the arrival and the experiences of Mr. Walt and his family when they came to settle on the farm. The pageant showed Olive left alone for several days at a time, in the little cabin, while her father went to the grist mill south of White Pigeon. It also depicted the visit of a group of Indians, who overcame the small girl’s fears and remained to see that no harm came to her while her father was absent. Such were the rigors of travel in these days that Mr. Wait thought his daughter safer alone in the cabin, guarded by family Indians, than going with him on such a long, hard journey, over difficult roads and through unfamiliar country. The final episode in the pageant introduced William Lindsey, destined to become Olive’s husband and later the owner of her father’s property. Mrs. Brigham and Mrs. Bell, the guests of honor Wednesday night, are the daughters of William Lindsey and Olive Wait Lindsey, who had 11 children, all but one, Eli Lindsey, who lives on a part of the old wait farm, being girls. six of the 11 children still survive. The two daughters who were guests of honor, commended the faithfulness of the pageant and recalled that, at one time, their grandfather suffered an infection in his hand and returned to New York for treatment, walking most of the way, part of the journey being across Lake Erie on the ice. Not the least interested of the spectators was Dr. G.M. Byington, associate medical director of the Kellogg Foundation staff. At the time when Mr. Wait was making his long trip through the woods to the White Pigeon mill, he said to his daughter Olive, “If you get frightened while I am away, go to Mr. and Mrs. Byington’s house.” The Mr. and Mrs. Byington referred to were Mr. and Mrs. Wells Byington, who then lived two miles north of Mr. Wait’s home. Mr. and Mrs. Wells Byington were the grandparents of Dr. Byington. Eli Wait died in 1866. His daughter, Olive, Mrs. William Lindsey, died in 1911. It was interesting to watch the children carry out their parts of this play and pageant. There were present members of the Foundation’s board of directors and the Foundation’s office staff and their wives. Miss Florence Judd, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George E. Judd of Battle Creek, directed the pageant. Miss Bessie Arnold, director of educational activity at the camp, read the prologue to each episode portrayed in the pageant. DEER, continued from previous page all their bushes, all year-round? What’s going to happen to the bushes? It’s sure not going to be very aesthetic.” “They are not going to cover them yearround,” said Campbell. “Then why are you fighting this?” Bowers asked Campbell. “Putting in another ordinance when it is jumping the gun,” said Campbell. “Let’s cull the deer and see what happens. You might not even have to have it [an ordinance allowing temporary protective fencing] — that’s what I’m fighting. Every time something comes down, we come up with an ordinance, and people have the right to protect their property ... [The deer] are tearing up yards; they’re doing everything. And, they do come in and eat up the flowers in the spring and the summer. Trust me, they do.” May reminded the council that it was only a first reading and council members would have an opportunity to discuss the matter further at the next regular meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, March 22. “Maybe by then we’ll have a date set for when we can have someone come in and talk to us about culling the deer,” he said. CITY OF HASTINGS PUBLIC NOTICE NOXIOUS WEEDS AND VEGETATION Notice is hereby given that noxious weeds and vegetation as defined by Section 38-101 to Section 38-106, Division 4, Article II, Chapter 38 of the City of Hastings Code of Ordinances, as amended, not cut during the growing season of April 15, 2010 to October 15, 2010 may be cut by the City of Hastings or its designated representative, and the owner of the property shall be charged with the cost thereof. Noxious weeds and grasses more than eight (8) inches in height, dead bushes, bushes infested with dangerous insects and infectious diseases must be cut and removed from the property. Any owner who refuses to destroy and remove such material may be subject to a Civil Infraction and find, and the City or its designated representative may enter upon the land as many times as necessary, and destroy and remove such material and charge the cost to the property owner. Any expense incurred by the City shall be reimbursed by the owner of the land. Unrecovered costs shall be levied as a lien on the property and shall be collected against the property in the same manner as general taxes. The City, through its Code Enforcement Officer, shall have the right to enter upon such lands for the purpose of cutting down, destroying, or removing noxious weeds or vegetation and shall not be liable in any action of trespass. 77544022 Thomas E. Emery City Clerk It’s been about a year since stock prices hit their low point during the long bear market. Since then, of course, we’ve seen a big rally, but some of the decisions you made when the market was at its lowest point may still be affecting your portfolio’s performance and prospects. So now that we’ve reached the one-year anniversary of the market bottom, it’s a good time to see where you are today and how you can prepare for tomorrow. In looking back at the market depths of a year ago, it’s important to note that we didn’t get there overnight. In fact, stock indices had fallen about 50 percent since hitting their alltime high in October 2007, which means that investors had gone through a 16-month downturn. Consequently, it’s not surprising that many people, tired of seeing gloomy investment statements month after month, decided to “play it safe” for a while by putting large sums into fixed-rate vehicles such as Certificates of Deposit (CDs). And a lot of those CDs had one-year maturities, which means they’re now coming up for renewal. When you bought your CDs a year ago, you probably did so for their ability to preserve your principal, but in the process, you made some trade-offs. First, you accepted a relatively meager income stream, because shortterm interest rates, like those paid on your CDs, were low. And second, you relinquished the growth potential you might have gotten from other investments, such as stocks. So now that we’re a year removed from the bottom of a bear market, can you use the money from your maturing CDs to help you make progress toward your financial goals? DEADLINE, continued from page 7 natures, an affidavit of identity and an affidavit of constitutional qualification no later than 4 p.m., Tuesday, April 27. Non-incumbent judicial candidates who wish to withdraw from the election must submit a written notice to the filing official no later than 4 p.m., Friday, April 30. 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Actually, now that you may have these maturing CDs coming due, it’s a very good time to review your overall investment strategy, possibly with the help of a professional financial advisor. Take a close look at your portfolio. Is it well suited for your individual risk tolerance, time horizon and long-term objectives, or do you need to make some changes? Is it too aggressive for your needs, or too conservative? Is it properly diversified among investments suitable for your particular situation? While diversification, by itself, cannot guarantee profits or protect against loss, it can help reduce the effects of volatility and give you more chances for success. Keep in mind that while CDs are FDIC insured, other investments carry certain risks that you should understand before investing. Of course, if you have investments held in a brokerage account, it’s likely not your only portfolio — you may well be investing through your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan. If so, keep in mind that you probably don’t want your investments to duplicate those inside your 401(k) account. Instead, look at your entire investment picture “holistically” and seek to diversify through all your accounts. Once you’ve reviewed your portfolio and identified any possible gaps, you can then consider where the money from your maturing CDs can be used most effectively. You probably won’t see any festivities marking the one-year anniversary of the market low. But you can celebrate in your own way — by embracing available investment opportunities. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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CT2010-9 CONSUMERS ENERGY COMPANY GAS FRANCHISE ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE, granting to CONSUMERS ENERGY COMPANY, its successors and assigns, the right, power and authority to lay, maintain and operate gas mains, pipes and services on, along, across and under the highways, streets, alleys, bridges, waterways, and other public places, and to do a local gas business in the TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, for a period of thirty years. THE TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON ORDAINS: SECTION 1. GRANT. TERM. The TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, hereby grants to the Consumers Energy Company, a Michigan corporation, its successors and assigns, hereinafter called the “Grantee,” the right, power and authority to lay, maintain and operate gas mains, pipes and services on, along, across and under the highways, streets, alleys, bridges, waterways, and other public places, and to do a local gas business in the TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, for a period of thirty years. SECTION 2. CONSIDERATION. In consideration of the rights, power and authority hereby granted, said Grantee shall faithfully perform all things required by the terms hereof. SECTIONS. CONDITIONS. No highway, street, alley, bridge, waterway or other public place used by said Grantee shall be obstructed longer than necessary during the work of construction or repair, and shall be restored to the same order and condition as when said work was commenced. All of Grantee’s pipes and mains shall be so placed in the highways and other public places as not to unnecessarily interfere with the use thereof for highway purposes. SECTION 4. HOLD HARMLESS. Said Grantee shall at all times keep and save the Township free and harmless from all loss, costs and expense to which it may be subject by reason of the negligent construction and maintenance of the structures and equipment hereby authorized. In case any action is commenced against the Township on account of the permission herein given, said Grantee shall, upon notice, defend the Township and save it free and harmless from all loss, cost and damage arising out of such negligent construction and maintenance. SECTION 5. EXTENSIONS. Said Grantee shall construct and extend its gas distribution system within said Township and shall furnish gas to applicants residing therein in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations. SECTION 6. FRANCHISE NOT EXCLUSIVE. The rights, power and authority herein granted, are not exclusive. Either manufactured or natural gas may be furnished hereunder. SECTION 7. RATES. Said Grantee shall be entitled to charge the inhabitants of said Township for gas furnished therein, the rates as approved by the Michigan Public Service Commission, to which Commission or its successors authority and jurisdiction to fix and regulate gas rates and rules regulating such service in said Township, are hereby granted for the term of this franchise. Such rates and rules shall be subject to review and change at any time upon petition therefore being made by either said Township, acting by its Township Board, or by said Grantee. SECTION 8. REVOCATION. The franchise granted by this ordinance is subject to revocation upon sixty (60) days written notice by the party desiring such revocation. SECTION 9. MICHIGAN PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION. JURISDICTION. Said Grantee shall, as to all other conditions and elements of service not herein fixed, be and remain subject to the reasonable rules and regulations of the Michigan Public Service Commission or its successors, applicable to gas service in said Township. SECTION 10. REPEALER. This ordinance, when accepted and published as herein provided, shall repeal and supersede the provisions of a gas ordinance adopted by the Township Board on April 8, 1980 entitled: AN ORDINANCE, granting to CONSUMERS POWER COMPANY, its successors and assigns, the right, power and authority to lay, maintain and operate gas mains, pipes and services on, along, across and under the highways, streets, alleys, bridges, and other public places, and to do a local gas business in the TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. and amendments, if any, to such ordinance whereby a gas franchise was granted to Consumers Energy Company. SECTION 11. EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall take effect upon the day after the date of publication thereof; provided, however, it shall cease and be of no effect after thirty days from its adoption unless within said period the Grantee shall accept the same in writing filed with the Township Clerk. Upon acceptance and publication hereof, this ordinance shall constitute a contract between said Township and said Grantee. We certify that the foregoing Franchise Ordinance was duly enacted by the Township Board of the TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, on the 8th day of March, 2010. Bradley Carpenter, Township Supervisor Attest: Michele Erb, Township Clerk 77544032 �Page 10 — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Airport contract still topic of debate for city council by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Monday evening, the Hastings City Council unanimously voted to follow the recommendations of the Hastings/Barry County Airport Commission and approved a motion authorizing the commission to receive and administer a grant and another to approve the revised budget for the airport’s 2010 fiscal year. However, a third recommendation that the council approve the airport manager’s 2010 contract sparked debate among council members, and the motion was passed with Trustees Brenda McNabb-Stange and Don Bowers casting dissenting votes. “... You will recall at the last city council meeting, you authorized the airport to enter into an engineering contract with a firm to provide design services for the apron. This is actually should be a precursor to that agreement,” said City Manager Jeff Mansfield, with regard to the airport commission being authorized to receive and administer a grant. “The State of Michigan will provide the funds for that work. It will also fund... rehabilitation of the airport beacon ... This will be paid for from funds from the state and federal funds with a small matching fund from the city and the county, and those are included in the airport’s approved budget already.” The budget revision recommended by the airport commission and approved by the council included a reduction in the city’s contribution to the airport. “You will recall the city council authorized $31,750 to be included in the airport budget for the current fiscal year for the airport. Now, remember they are on a calendar year as opposed to the city’s June to July year. So, you put it in your budget, the $31,750. The county included $56,221, which was the original request for the contribution from the city for the fund. The revised amounts are included in the revised budget for the year,” explained Mansfield. “I would bring your attention to contractual services, that will be coming up next [on the council’s agenda)] ... They have also included $30,000 for compensation for the airport manager and an assistant manager, to some extent, in the coming year’s budget. “They have revised the budget as you requested, and it would be appropriate to approve their budget for the year,” he added. “The way they’ve got that set up, it looks like only we’re giving him [airport manager Mark Noteboom] a big raise rather than forcing him to hire anyone else because it doesn’t say anything that he has to hire them, and he’ll still get the $30,000, and I see the county has approved that,” said Mayor Pro-tem Don Tubbs. “... I believe we worked that out,” said Mansfield. “You authorized the $30,000 at the last meeting. It was just that you wanted to see that designated specifically for the services of an assistant manager. But, either way, that amount is appropriated in this budget.” “So, if he gets an assistant manager, does he pay him out of his $30,000?” asked Tubbs. “Or, is he going to try to give himself more.” “I think the way the contract is written, we are hiring a company, and whoever does the work is whoever does the work and the company gets the money,” said McNabb-Stange. “So, whether it is the manager or the assistant manager or just another worker, it doesn’t matter, they get the amount of the contract, and he disburses it however he feels is required, or they do.” “But this item of business is the approval of the budget for the coming year,” said Mansfield, who noted that the city’s contribution to the airport for 2010 is $46,750 in revenue and expenditure. “The expenditure is a $30,000 expenditure for the airport manager. The revenue, the transfer from the city to the airport is $46,750.” “The only thing I have against it is I think that is a helluva raise in one year,’ said Bowers. “I could see a small raise. I think the guy, from all aspects, it appears he is doing a good job — better than what it was before. But, that is still a 30 percent raise, and that seems, at this time really too much.” “And, I agree,” added McNabb-Stange. “I think that’s my only problem with the budget. If our contribution is the same anyway, as approved, that part is fine. But, I don’t see how I can agree to the contractual services amount at $30,000.” “I think what you agreed to do with the appropriation which was originally requested, $56,221, is to look at the remainder, the $31,750 and the difference between that and the $56,221, we agreed to look at that as we prepared the budget. I don’t recall any discussion about any contractual services, the line item in the budget,” said Mansfield. “This line item in the budget does not authorize the expenditure; it merely provides the funds for the expenditure should you authorize the airport manager’s contract.” Bowers said that after reviewing the revised budget, it appears that city taxpayers are paying “$11 and some odd cents against $1 for the county residents, which seems really unfair to me.” 77543815 • NOTICE • The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Planning & Zoning Commission. Applicants must not live in a City or Village. Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; (269) 945-1284, and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 15, 2010. NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held March 9, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77540795 • NOTICE • The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Department of Human Services Board; applicants must reside in Barry County and not hold elective office. Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; (269) 945-1284, and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 15, 2010. 77543811 “I agree with that too,” said McNabbStange. “I make a motion that we approve the budget as proposed for this time frame,” said Trustee David Jasperse. “If we have a problem with the way it is set up, it seems to me that we ought to go and discuss that with everybody at the time. When the next budget comes up, if we are unhappy with what we are paying each time ... I think we need to approve the budget. If you want to talk to see if we can set this up differently so it is more equitable between the city residents and the county residents, I have no problem with that, but it never seems a good idea to do that when he budget has been set. It really doesn’t make a difference in our contribution by approving the budget we’ve already agreed to. The motion was approved unanimously. The next recommendation, that the city approve the airport manager’s contract for 2010, generated discussion before the vote. “As discussed previously, I agree with Council Member Bowers that this way too big of an increase at this point in time,” said McNabb-Stange. “I think that $30,000 is out of line with the times.” When asked about the airport commission’s justification for the increase, Mansfield replied, “I was at the meeting. .. maybe I can just summarize the airport commission’s perspective. They did feel that Mark was doing a very good job and that things have improved out there — maintenance was being taken care of, day-to-day operations were being taken care of. But, the airport is open for a lengthy period of time, and they do need some assistance. “Mark has not necessarily settled on what form that assistance might be — how many hours that person would work and what capacity that person would serve,” he continued. “Mark asked for the ability to structure an agreement with an assistant manager that would reflect the terms of his needs to accommodate that. Mark feels that essentially the airport expenditures are less than they were in the past because there are things being done now that used to cost the airport additional funds. The airport commission felt that it was appropriate to give Mark the authority to enter into a contract for assistant manager services and for him to determine how much of the additional fees would go to the assistant manager and how much he would retain for compensation for his work out at the airport.” Tubbs said that he also thought a 30 percent increase was too much, but added, “If this money is designated specifically for a person to come in and work with you [Noteboom] that is a different story.” “Why is that a different story?” asked Jasperse. “Going back over the years I have been serving on the city council and the people we’ve had running the airport, I can’t recall a time when it’s ended up good. I think the $20,000, or whatever we were paying him before, was not reasonable to assume that you are going to have the airport run and everything taken care of. It seems that if the airport board determines that Mark is doing a better job ... forget about Mark. If a better job can be done by the contractor they are hiring now and the duties are being done the way they should be done ... the airport board is the one that says, ‘This is what we need to run the airport.’ Again, we are approving the budget for them, in my mind, the contract. I don’t even know why we approve it. I don’t recall that we’ve ever approved it before.” “Under the agreement that you have, you should provide it because it is an expenditure in excess of $5,000,” said Mansfield. “I understand,” replied Jasperse. “But it would be okay to give him a raise not above 3 percent and bring somebody else in, when in essence you are going to spend the same amount of money. But, we feel bad because we are giving the raise. “But, we are giving the raise and changing the deal out there because we’re getting better service,” he continued. “It is being run better. It is being maintained better.” “When it was presented to us before, it was presented that he was wanting this increase so he could hire an assistant,” said Tubbs. “But when it is coming back to us this time, there’s nothing in there that says he is going to hire an assistant.” “And the deal isn’t changing,” said McNabb-Stange. “According to this contract and what we were told, the changes that were made to last year’s contract were just the dates and the amount of money. There are no new responsibilities. This is exactly what was being done last year. So, an increase of $9,000, or $8,700 ... I don’t see is warranted.” “I do,” countered Jasperse. “You do, and I don’t disagree with that except that everybody else is having to cut back. We have to cut back. We’re not going to take in as much this year as we took in last year,” added Bowers. When asked how many hours the terminal building at the airport was open, Noteboom, who was in the audience replied, “The terminal is open from sunrise to sunset. Plus, it’s got a key code for the pilots to get in.” “How much time is somebody there?” Bowers asked Noteboom. “Somebody is there six to eight hours a day and usually sunrise to sunset on the weekends, plus all the call-ins, the late flights and plowing,” said Noteboom. “When I took this contract the first year, ... the previous three people were making over $27,000. And you had two candidates for the manager’s position and the last thing on the agenda of me accepting that job was a cut in pay... I took it on the basis of that pay, and I figured I will show you how I can do. I turned that place around. We’re making money out there ... We have some severe debt from the last and we’re trying to collect that, but I gave them a trial, basically, of what I can do out there for that year. “The previous six or seven years you paid $27,000, plus you gave him the hangar, plus you gave him the gas sales, so it was up to $45,000 you were paying these people,” added Noteboom. “We had a deficit of almost $45,000 when [the previous airport manager] left ... This year you actually made $10,000 for the first time in history on gas sales. We’ve uppped our leases by $5,000, and we’re collecting them on time. We’re trying to make this thing grow. But, you know, to manage it and do it right ... what I was getting paid, I did that for a trial, if you want me here, $30,000 is where it’s going to be.” Noteboom said he needs an assistant. “The state regulates that I have an assistant, but that’s my responsibility,” he said. “I pay him out of my salary. Period. I don’t think that you guys want to start to get into how I manage or what I do because if you want to play games, if you want to put in that contract that I pay an assistant manager, I’ll just make my wife the assistant manager — that’s who it’s been forever. So, the money is going to come back ... and I don’t do that. But, what I put down there and what everybody approved at the airport board, was that this budget was okay and this salary was okay. The county approved it, both boards, so it’s up to you guys to come through, here. But, if you want the services, and you trust me, you will do it. I’m doing you a good job, and that’s they way it is.” “My concern is that this was presented the other way, that this was for the assistant,” said Tubbs. “Will you be back again next year asking ...” said Bowers. “Yes, sir,” interjected Noteboom. “... For more money?” finished Bowers. “No,” said Noteboom. McNabb-Stange expressed concern that the See AIRPORT, next page • NOTICE • The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Solid Waste Oversight Committee; applicants must represent Health Association/Environmental Professional. Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; (269) 945-1284, and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 15, 2010. 77543813 77543966 • NOTICE • The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Zoning Board of Appeals; applicants must not live in a city, village or Charter Township (Rutland, Hope, Prairieville, Yankee Springs, Hastings and Thornapple Township). Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; (269) 945-1284, and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 22, 2010. DUMPSTER SERVICE Historic Charlton Park is taking bids for our 2010-2011 dumpster service May 5, 2010 thru April 30, 2011. Needs: 1) One 8 yard dumpster full time 2) A second 8 yard dumpster June 1st, 2010 thru September 30th, 2010. 3) Prices for 20, 30, and 40 yard roll off used from time to time for special events. YMCA Hastings Karate Club fairs well at Great Lakes championships Caleb Johnson placed third in Forms in the 14/15-year-old division and Renee Evans placed third in the Women’s Forms Division at the Feb. 20 Great Lakes All Star Martial Arts Karate Championships at Creston High School in Grand Rapids. Include any extra monthly charges and regular pick-up day in the quote. Summit written quote by April 1st, 2010. Any questions call Tom at 269-580-3003 or 269-945-3775 Village, Museum & Recreation Area NOTICE TO BIDDERS 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings, MI 49058-8102 www.charltonpark.org Attention: Tom Campbell 77543949 BARRY COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION Sealed proposals will be received at the office of the Barry County Road Commission, 1725 West M-43 Highway, P.O. Box 158, Hastings, MI 49058, until 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, April 07, 2010 for the following items. Specifications and additional information may be obtained at the Road Commission Office at the above address. Asphalt Paving Bituminous Mixtures Culverts Nuts & Bolts Scraper Blades Pavement Marking Signs Erosion Control Grass Seed Cleaning Supplies The Board reserves the right to reject any or all proposals or to waive irregularities in the best interest of the Commission. BOARD OF COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF BARRY Frank M. Fiala, Chairman D. David Dykstra, Member David D. Solmes, Member 77543838 CITY OF HASTINGS PUBLIC NOTICE RELOCATION OF RECYCLABLE MATERIAL DROP-OFF SITE Notice is hereby given that the City of Hastings recyclable material drop-off site will be relocated to the site of the Waste Management Hastings Landfill at 1899 M-43 Highway (North Broadway) effective Monday, March 15, 2010. Eligible recyclable materials may be deposited at this site. There will be no cost for City residents depositing tin cans, aluminum cans, newspapers, clear glass, and HDPE No. 2 (milk jugs) at the Hastings Landfill. 77544020 Thomas E. Emery City Clerk Competing in the 7 to 9-year-old Novice Division at the Great Lakes Martial Arts Karate Championships Feb. 20, Seth Stolsonburg (left) laced second in Fighting and Tommy Stolsonburg placed third in Forms. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — Page 11 AIRPORT, continued from previous Bowling Scores Wednesday P.M. 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McKee 238-681; H. Penningto 246-641; R. Guild 213-591; T. Heath 214-570; R. Chaffee 191-565; J. Daniel 220; J. Barnum 214; M. Pennington 207; M. Kasinsky 201; T. Ramey 187; M. Clark 175; M. Albert 169; S. Abbott 163. Sunday Night Mixed Sandbaggers 72 1/2; Skabbs 58; Pinchasers 56 1/2; Team Ate 56; Lanes Divided 56; Sunday Snoozers 55 1/2; Late Arrivals 54; Funky Bowlers 53; Shelly’s Country Daycare 52; Straight Liners 48; The Heath Gang 43 1/2. Women’s Good Games and Series - N. Shafer 200-558; S. Vandenburg 208; M. Daniels 192; A. Hubbell 183; A. Churchill 179; M. Simpson 175; F. Ames 165; M. Olin 156; D. Roberts 155; J. Shoebridge 144; B. Heath 90. Men’s Good Games and Series - B. Churchill 224-624; C. Merica 245-612; TL Heath 234-583; T. Cooley 203-566; S. Wilkins 191-522; T. Demott 158-429; S. Farlee 220; E. Bartlett 198; J. Lesick 189; B. Heath 165; M. Bassett 163; B. Kelley 154. Tuesday Mixed Grove Street Cafe 68.5-39.5; Hastings City Bank 61.5-46.5; Hurless Machine Shop 58-50; Boyce Milk Hauler 57-51; Barry County Red Cross 45.5-62.5; J-Bar Antique Tractors 32.5-75.5. Men’s Good Games - C. Steeby 244; G. Hause 203; C. Armstrong 190; K. Armstrong 187; P. Scobey 179; G. Snyder 176; M. Yost 176. Men’s Good Series - C. Steeby 556; G. Hause 579; C. Armstrong 495; K. Armstrong 505; P. Scobey 514; G. Snyder 445; M. Yost 441. Women’s Good Games -B. Smith 188; M. Westbrook 169; S. Beebe 167; R. Gross 163; D. Ware 162; B. Wilkins 157; J. Steeby 140. Women’s Good Series - B. Smith 480; M. Westbrook 441; S. Beebe 466; R. Gross 458; D. Ware 383; B. Wilkins 425; J. Steeby 389. Tuesday Trio’s Coleman’s 89-23; Lu’s Team 61.5-50.5; CBS 60-48; Twisted Sisters 57-47; Lynn Denton Agency 56.5-55.5; Trouble 56-48; Lucky Strikes 54-54; Quick Response 5157; Delton Pole 46-46; Sister’s 43-65; Super Crips 42-70; Vacant 0-92. Good Games - Sarah T. 157; Lisa t. 185; Renee B. 172; Deb J. 184; Mary H. 174; Shirlee V. 198; JoAnne R. 189; Tammy D. 183. airport would not have enough revenue to maintain the increase next year, which would mean a request for a larger contribution from the city. Noteboom said that last year the airport came in 45 percent under budget and that the airport commission plans to do that every year. “If we continue doing what we are doing, I don’t think we’ll have to come back to the board for contributions,” he said. “Hopefully, we can keep building funds. Our goal is to get [the airport to be] self-sufficient, but that is going to take time. That’s or goal, but, in order to do that ... The contract is what it is. I hope you understand where I am coming from.” In other business, the city council: • Held a first reading on proposed ordinances regulating directional signs for hospitals and schools; regulating private communi- cation antennas (it would require that satellite dish antennas be placed at least five feet from any front yard lot line or sidewalk under all circumstances); regarding temporary fences to control snow and damage from animals. A second reading of each ordinance will be held and each will be considered for adoption during the next regular meeting of the city council, which will begin at 7 p.m. Monday, March 22. • Awarded a bid to Interspiro Midwest for self-contained breathing apparatus for the Hastings Fire Department in the amount of $132,927 as recommended by Hastings Fire Chief Roger Caris. The equipment will be purchased primarily with funds provided by a recently received FEMA grant. • Approved and agreement with Waste Management to move the location of the recy- LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James Watson a single man and Paula Chester, a single woman, as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 7, 2007, and recorded on March 9, 2007 in instrument 1177306, and rerecorded on April 10, 2007 in instrument 1178564, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-One And 29/100 Dollars ($132,371.29), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 7, Town 1 North, Ragne 7 West, Distance North 89 degrees 10 minutes 14 seconds East 247.50 feet from the Northwest corner of said Section 7; Thence North 89 degrees 10 minutes 14 seconds East 293.14 Feet along said North line of Section 7; Thence South 1 Degrees 16 minutes 20 seconds East 395.99 feet; Thence South 89 degrees 10 minutes 14 seconds West 295.17 feet; Thence North 00 degrees 58 minutes 41 seconds West 396.00 feet ot the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543559 File #279133F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by NANCY L. DENNIS, a married woman, 1838 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 to SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST, 2 West Chicago Street, Coldwater, Michigan 49036 dated February 5, 1999 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on February 16, 1999 in Instrument No. 1025193 of Mortgages, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date of this notice, for principal and interest the sum of Twenty-Six Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty and 89/100 ($26, 760.89) Dollars and no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, where by the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; Now Therefore, Notice is Hereby Given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the said Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein described or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at Courthouse Bldg, Barry County Courthouse in the City of Hastings, and County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding Circuit Court in and for said County, on April 8, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. in the after noon of said day, and said premises will be sold to pay the amount as aforesaid then due on said Mortgage together with 4.25% percent interest on the Mortgage, legal costs, Attorneys’ fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described as follows, to-wit: County of Barry, Township of Hope, State of Michigan, is described as follows: Part of the Southwest one-quarter of Section 25, Town 2 North, Range 9 West; described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 post of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 00' 00" East on the North & South 1/4 line of said Section, 1072.00 feet to the point of beginning of the parcel of land herein described; thence continuing North 00 degrees 00' 00" East, on said North & South 1/4 line, 250.00 feet, thence South 89 degrees 36' 50" West parallel with the South line of said Southwest one-quarter, 666.90 feet; thence South 00 Degrees 01' 28" East 250.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 36' 50" East 666.80 feet to the point of beginning. The last day to redeem this deed is on April 8, 2011, however, if an Affidavit of Abandonment is filed with the Register of Deeds, the last day to redeem will be May 8, 2010, or until the time to provide the notice was required by MCL 600.3241a(c) expires, whichever is later. Dated: March 11, 2010 SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST Mortgagee. DRESSER, DRESSER, HAAS & CAYWOOD, P.C. By: P. Joseph Haas, Jr. Attorney for SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST Business Address 112 South Monroe Street Sturgis, MI 49091 77544025 ATTENTION BARRY TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS REGULAR MEETING DATES 2010-2011 1ST TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH 7:00 P.M. NOTE: Dates with an *asterisk are for another weekday. *** April 13, 2010 (2nd Tuesday) *** May 3, 2010 (1st Monday) June 1, 2010 July 6, 2010 ***August 2, 2010 (1st Monday) September 7, 2010 October 5, 2010 ***November 1, 2010 (1st Monday) December 7, 2010 January 4, 2011 February 1, 2011 March 1, 2011 Public Hearing @ 6:30 p.m. All meetings are held at the Barry Township Hall at 7:00 p.m. unless noted otherwise. Business hours are Wednesday’s only 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Barry Township will provide reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at any township meeting, to individuals with disabilities upon seven days notice to the clerk. 155 E. Orchard Street P.O. Box 705 Delton, MI 49046 269-623-5171 or Fax 269-623-8171 Email: barrytownship@mei.net Respectfully, Debra J. Knight, Barry Township Clerk 77543896 TOWNSHIP OF HOPE Notice of Budget Public Hearing The Hope Township Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed township budget for fiscal year 2010-11 at 5463 South M-43 Hwy., Hastings, MI, on Monday, March 15, 2010, at 6:30 p.m., the regular Board meeting to follow. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection at the Township Hall. This notice is posted in compliance with PA267 of 1976 as amended (Open meetings Act), MCLA 41.72a (2)(3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act. (ADA). The Hope Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon five days notice to the Hope Township Board. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Hope Township Board by writing or calling the following: Linda Eddy-Hough, Hope Township Clerk 5463 S. M-43 Hwy., Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 948-2464 77543543 cling drop-off from its current site on East State Street to the landfill located on North M-43 Highway. In his communication to the council, Mansfield said the bins could be moved as early as Monday, March 22. Some bins already have been removed. Mansfield added that he has heard from supervisor of neighboring townships that they have received several calls from residents regarding the relocation of the recycling bins. He said that he is working with township officials to determine if the township and city can work together to provide recycling services at little or no cost to township residents. LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gloria A. Mann, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 26, 2005, and recorded on September 12, 2005 in instrument 1152639, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Four Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Two And 08/100 Dollars ($104,982.08), including interest at 7.65% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of section 16, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 46 seconds East 1321.46 feet along the East-West 1/4 line of said section 16 to the Northwest corner of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said section 16 and the Place of Beginning; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 46 seconds East along said 1/4 line, 250.40 feet; thence South 14 degrees 52 minutes 57 seconds West 327.22 feet to the centerline of Mill Road; thence North 46 degrees 53 minutes 57 seconds West 228.20 feet along said centerline; thence North 00 degrees 05 minutes 43 seconds East along the West line of said East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, 161.35 feet to the Place of Beginning. Subject to an easement for public Highway Purposes over the Southwesterly 33 feet thereof For Mill Road. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #289357F01 88543473 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage executed by Alden Vincent, a single man, Mortgagors, to the Eaton Federal Savings Bank of Charlotte, Eaton County, Michigan, a corporation organized under the laws of the United States, Mortgagee, dated February 15, 2006 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on February 22, 2006 in Liber 1160454, Pages 1-10, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due on February 11, 2010, for principal, interest, late charges and delinquent escrow balance, the sum of Seventy Eight Thousand Sixty One and 26/100 Dollars, ($78,061.26), and said Mortgagee having elected to declare all sums secured by said Mortgage immediately due and payable because of the several defaults of the Mortgagors and no proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, the said Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction to the highest bidder, at the East steps of the Circuit Court Building, 206 W. State St., Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on March 18, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock, local time in the afternoon of said day, and said premises will be sold to pay the amount then due on said Mortgage, together with Six and One Eighth, (6.125%) percent per annum interest, legal costs, attorney fees and also any taxes, insurance premiums and any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned Mortgagee which it deemed necessary to pay to protect its interest in the premises, which said premises are described in said Mortgage as follows, to wit: Beginning at the Southwest Corner of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, Town 2 North, Range 8 West; thence North 450 feet along the West line of said East 1/2; thence East 230 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 15; thence South 450 feet parallel with said West line to the South line of said Section 15; thence West 230 feet along said South line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for Public Highway purposes over the Southerly 33 feet thereof for Maple Grove Road, Baltimore Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period will be Six (6) months from the time of such sale unless the property is deemed abandoned according to MCL600.3201 to 600.3280, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days. EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK A Federally Chartered Savings Bank 236 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 77542969 Dated: February 11, 2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sherry L Lane, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 3, 2005, and recorded on May 6, 2005 in instrument 1146088, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Six Hundred Twenty-Nine And 69/100 Dollars ($122,629.69), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That Part of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes 50 seconds West 1321.65 feet along the South line of said Southwest 1/4; Thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds West 506.0 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of said Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning of this description; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds West 236.0 feet along said West line; thence South 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds East 427.53 feet; thence South 00 degrees 08 minutes 37 seconds East 236.0 feet; Thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds West 427.56 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to highway rightof-way over the Westerly 50 feet thereof. Also, that part of the East 1/2 of the southwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said section; thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds West 1321.65 feet along the south line of Said Southwest 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds West 742 feet along the West line of East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds West 236 feet along the West line; thence South 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds East 427.53 feet; thence South 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds East 236 feet; thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds West 427.53 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543553 File #287499F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dustin Huffman, an unmarried man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 6, 2007 and recorded September 12, 2007 in Instrument Number 20070912-0001941, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Three Thousand Forty-Seven and 51/100 Dollars ($243,047.51) including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the Southeasterly right-of-way line of M-43 which lies 2064 and 3/100ths feet due East and 337 and 3/100ths feet due South of the Northwest corner of said Section 32; thence South 63 degrees 2 minutes East, 68 feet; thence South 39 degrees 1 minute West, 126 and 25/100ths feet; thence North 65 degrees 0 minutes West, 76 and 50/100ths feet; thence North 41 degrees 45 minute West, 7 feet; thence North 47 degrees 16 minutes East, 47 and 48/100ths feet thence North 43 degrees 56 minutes East, 85 feet to the point of beginning. Also, beginning at a point on the Southeasterly right-of-way line of M-43 which lies 2096 and 6/100ths feet due East and 316 and 40/100ths feet due South of the Northwest corner of said Section 32; thence due East 55 and 77/100ths feet; thence South 15 degrees 44 minutes West, 59 and 5/100ths feet; thence North 63 degrees 2 minutes West, 68 feet; thence North 38 degrees 24 minutes East, 33 21/100ths feet to the point of beginning. TAXES ARE ASSESSED AS FOLLOWS: Beginning at a point on the Southeasterly right-of-way line of M-43 which lies 2064 and 3/100ths feet due East and 337 and 3/100ths feet due South of the Northwest corner of said Section 32; thence South 63 degrees 2 minutes East, 68 feet; thence South 39 degrees 1 minute West, 126 and 25/100ths feet; thence North 65 degrees 0 minutes West, 76 and 50/100ths feet; thence North 41 degrees 45 minute West, 7 feet; thence North 47 degrees 16 minutes East, 47 and 48/100ths feet thence North 43 degrees 56 minutes East, 85 feet to the point of beginning. Also, beginning at a point on the Southeasterly right-of-way line of M-43 which lies 2090 and 6/100ths feet due East and 316 and 40/100ths feet due South of the Northwest corner of said Section 32; thence due East 55 and 77/100ths feet; thence South 15 degrees 44 minutes West, 59 and 5/100ths feet; thence North 63 degrees 2 minutes West, 68 feet; thence North 38 degrees 24 minutes East, 33 21/100ths feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 11, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.5135 ASAP# 3477171 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010 77543996 �Page 12 — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Heather Van Valkenburg and Eric Van Valkenburg 5877 Barber Road Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: March 11, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 617.4002 ASAP# 3477108 03/11/2010 77543984 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE: Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage by Timothy E. Allwardt and Lucinda D. Allwardt, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Kellogg Community Federal Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated March 18, 2008, and recorded on March 28, 2008, at Instrument No. 1143251, in Barry County records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty Thousand Five Hundred Eighty and 87/100 ($20,580.87), including interest at 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the lobby of the Barry County Circuit Court Building, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 1, 2010. Said premises is situated in the Village of Nashville, County of Barry, Michigan, and described as: Lots 42 and 43 and the North 12 feet of lot 41 of O.A. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof. PPN: 08-52-180-000-043-00 More Commonly Known As: 418 Phillips St., Nashville, MI 49073 The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 23, 2010 For more information, please call: KELLOGG COMMUNITY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Mark D. Hofstee (P66001) Bolhouse, Vander Hulst, Risko, Baar & Lefere, P.C. Grandville State Bank Building 3996 Chicago Drive SW Grandville MI 49418-1384 (616) 531-7711 77543504 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE: Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage by Timothy E. Allwardt and Lucinda D. Allwardt, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Kellogg Community Federal Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated December 17, 2004, and recorded on December 24, 2004, at Instrument No. 1139252, in Barry County records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-Three and 38/100 Dollars ($57,783.38), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the lobby of the Barry County Circuit Court Building, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 1, 2010. Said premises is situated in the Village of Nashville, County of Barry, Michigan, and described as: Lots 42 and 43 and the North 12 feet of lot 41 of O.A. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof. PPN: 08-52-180-000-043-00 More Commonly Known As: 418 Phillips St., Nashville, MI 49073 The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 23, 2010 For more information, please call: KELLOGG COMMUNITY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Mark D. Hofstee (P66001) Bolhouse, Vander Hulst, Risko, Baar & Lefere, P.C. Grandville State Bank Building 3996 Chicago Drive SW Grandville MI 49418-1384 77543499 (616) 531-7711 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Cathie L Davis and Mickey Davis, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 2803 Macy Ln, Hastings, MI 490588124. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 5, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 5, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543958 File # 313041F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carole Jean Garlinger aka Carole J Garlinger, A Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 9, 2006, and recorded on March 23, 2006 in instrument 1161611, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2006-HE4 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Two And 85/100 Dollars ($100,752.85), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 8 Fuller Heights, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 49, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543404 File #305473F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carol A. Tomlinson and Karen Wells, Joint Tenants with full rights to survivorship, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 6, 2006, and recorded on February 20, 2007 in instrument 1176567, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Seven And 15/100 Dollars ($129,397.15), including interest at 7.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, described as commencing 60 Feet East of teh Northeast corner of Lot 12, Block 7, of A.W. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof, thence South 12 RODS; thence East 6 2/3 RODS; thence North 12 RODS; thence West 6 2/3 RODS to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543763 File #238560F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard L. Van Syckle and Betty A. Van Syckle, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated May 3, 2005, and recorded on May 12, 2005 in instrument 1146381, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as Trustee on Behalf of the Certificateholders Park Place Securities, Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-WCW1 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Two And 63/100 Dollars ($155,492.63), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel of land commencing at the 1/4 Post on the North Side of Section 35, Town 2 North, Range 8 West; thence East on Section Line 568 Feet to point of beginning; thence South to the Center of High Bank Creek; thence Northeasterly along center of said High Bank Creek to the Center of the Highway Running North and South through said Section 35; thence Northerly along the Center of said Highway to the North Section Line of Section 35; Thence West along Section Line to Point of Beginning The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543934 File #115478F03 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by ERIC B. PRYOR and SHARON L. HABIN, MARRIED, to UNION PLANTERS BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Mortgagee, dated January 24, 2002, and recorded on May 13, 2008, in Document No. 20080513-0005151, and re-recorded on June 8, 2009 in Document No. 200906080006030, and assigned by said mortgagee to US BANK, NA, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-Two Thousand One Hundred Seventy-Two Dollars and Fifty-Four Cents ($42,172.54), including interest at 6.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on April 8, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DESCRIBED AS COMMENCING AT THE 1 / 8 CORNER OF THE NORTH SIDE OF THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, RUNNING THENCE SOUTH ON THE 1 / 8 LINE 775 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE AT SHORE OF LONG LAKE AND ALONG THE SHORE OF THE LAKE NORTH 60 AND 3 / 4TH DEGREES EAST 625 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 85 DEGREES EAST 200 FEET, THENCE NORTH 52 AND 1 / 4TH DEGREES EAST 215 FEET FOR THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, THENCE ALONG THE SHORE OF LONG LAKE NORTH 56 DEGREES EAST 50 FEET, THENCE NORTH 55 DEGREES WEST 109 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 44 DEGREES WEST 65 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 66 AND 1 / 4 DEGREES EAST 100 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, ALSO KNOWN AS LOT 1, OF THE NORTHEAST BLOCK OF AN UNRECORDED PLAT OF KENYON'S OAK GROVE. ALSO A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DESCRIBED AS COMMENCING AT THE 1 / 8 CORNER ON NORTH SIDE OF THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, RUNNING THENCE SOUTH ON THE 1 / 8 LINE 775 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE ON THE SHORE OF LONG LAKE, THENCE ALONG THE SHORE OF THE LAKE NORTH 60 AND 3 / 4THS DEGREES EAST 625 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 85 DEGREES, EAST 200 FEET, THENCE NORTH 52 1 / 4 DEGREES, EAST 215 FEET; THENCE NORTH 56 DEGREES, EAST 50 FEET FOR THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE ALONG THE SHORE OF THE LAKE NORTH 66 DEGREES, EAST 50 FEET, THENCE NORTH 53 1 / 2 DEGREES, WEST 118 1 / 2 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 44 DEGREES WEST 50 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 55 DEGREES, EAST 109 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 8, 2010 US BANK, NA Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77544013 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Kevin J. Tava and Jeannie Tava, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS), Mortgagee, dated the 8th day of March, 2005 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 23rd day of August, 2005 in Liber Instrument No. 1143105 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty Eight Thousand Three Hundred Seventy Six & 61/100 ($128376.61), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 18th day of March, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 10.250% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 2/18/2010 THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77543260 BOA Tava Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dennis Campbell, Janis Campbell, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 20, 2007, and recorded on October 26, 2007 in instrument 200710260003482, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fifth Third Mortgage Company as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Three And 97/100 Dollars ($160,283.97), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as beginning at the intersection of the West line of said Section 27 and the North line of Highway (Bever Road) as it crosses the said Southwest 1/4 of said Section 27, thence East along the North line of said highway 20 rods, Thence North 16 rods for the place of beginning; Thence North parallel to the West line of said Section 27 to the East and West 1/4 line, Thence East 20 rods, Thence South parallel with the West Section line to the center line of Bever Road, Thence West 10 rods, Thence North 16 rods, Thence West 10 rods to the place of beginning. Also a parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as beginning at the intersection of the West line of said Section 27 and the North line of Highway (Bever Road) as it crosses the said Southwest 1/4 of said Section 27, Thence East along the North line of said highway 20 rods to the place of beginning; Thence continuing Easterly along the North line of said highway 10 rods, Thence North parallel to the West line of said Section 27, 16 rods, Thence Westerly parallel to the first mentioned course 10 rods, Thence South 16 rods to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543922 File #296538F01 Synopsis ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING March 2, 2010 Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m. All board members present with the exception of Trustee Bob Perino. Approved minutes from regular board meeting held on February 9, 2010. Approved minutes from budget workshop held on February 15, 2010. Treasurer’s Report received and put on file. Correspondence received. Approved Siegfried Crandall for 2009/10 audit. Fire report read and put on file. Commissioner’s Report received. Parks and Recreation report received. Contracted Services’ Bid Opening. Approved budget workshop to be held on March 10, 2010. Approved paying of the bills. Approved motion to adjourn. Respectfully submitted, Jennifer Goy, Clerk Attested to by Thomas Rook, Supervisor 77543916 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lisa Reese, a married woman and Robert James Reese a/k/a Robert Reese, her husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 28, 2007, and recorded on June 29, 2007 in instrument 1182428, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand Two And 73/100 Dollars ($175,002.73), including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 44, Loehrs Landing No. 1, according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 44 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543547 File #283982F01 NOTICE OF RIGHT TO NEGOTIATE MORTGAGE LOAN MODIFICATION This Notice is given to Frances L. Faverman, whose mailing address is 12748 Sunrise Court in Wayland, Michigan 49348 (“Borrower”), and concerns a real estate mortgage (“Mortgage”) granted by the Borrower to United Bank Mortgage Corporation, a Michigan banking corporation (“Mortgage Holder”), whose address is 900 East Paris Avenue SE in Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546. The Mortgage covers property commonly known as 12748 Sunrise Court in Wayland, Michigan 49348. Certain defaults have occurred under the Mortgage and the Mortgage Holder has or concurrently is mailing a Notice to Borrower (the “Notice by Mail”) pursuant to MCL 600.3205a(3) notifying Borrower of rights Borrower may have to request a meeting with the Mortgage Holder to negotiate certain types of modifications to the mortgage loan documents. Mortgage Holder gives further notice hereby in accordance with MCL 600.3205a(4). THE BORROWER IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT: (a) Borrower has the right to request a meeting with Mortgage Holder. (b) Mortgage Holder has designated Cynthia Lowman as the person (“Contact Person”) that the Borrower may contact about the Mortgage and the matters that are described in this Notice. The Contact Person has authority to make the agreements described in this Notice on behalf of Mortgage Holder. The Contact Person’s contact information is as follows: Website: www.unitedbankofmichigan.com Telephone: (616) 559-4509 (c) Borrower may contact a housing counselor (“Housing Counselor”) by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. The website address and telephone number of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority is: Website: www.michigan.gov/mshda Telephone: (517) 373-8370 (d) If the Borrower wishes to participate in an attempt to work out a modification of the mortgage loan, the Borrower must contact a Housing Counselor within 14 days. (e) If the Borrower requests a meeting (using a Housing Counselor) with the Contact Person within the time period provided in the Notice by Mail, Mortgage Holder will not start foreclosure proceedings until 90 days after the date the Notice by Mail was sent to the Borrower. (f) If the Borrower and the Contact Person reach a written agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed so long as the Borrower abides by the terms of the modification agreement. (g) The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan's Lawyer Referral Service is: 1-800-9680738 and Local Legal Aid is: (800) 968-0044 Dated: March 4, 2010 UNITED BANK MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Mortgagee PLUNKETT COONEY Kelli L. Baker (P49960) Attorney for Mortgagee 333 Bridge Street NW, Suite 530 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 77543919 (616) 752-4624 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE OF CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate File No. 09-025456 DE In the matter of the estate of Nellie Anne Richards, date of birth, January 23, 1918. TO ALL CREDITORS: The decedent, Nellie Anne Richards, lived at 530 South Grove, Delton, Michigan and died October 3, 2009 at Thornapple Manor, Hastings, Michigan. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Anne M. Richards, named personal representative by the probate court at 206 West Court Street 302, Hastings, Michigan 49058 within 3 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: March 4, 2010 Anne M. Richards 530 South Grove Delton, Michigan 49046 (269) 623-2957 77543565 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darla L Slumkoski, a single woman individual, original mortgagor(s), to Arbor Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007, and recorded on June 6, 2007 in instrument 1181356, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Nine And 94/100 Dollars ($120,399.94), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 4 rods East of the Southeast corner of lot 45 of the Village of Delton, for place of beginning; thence East 8 rods; thence North 4 rods; thence West 8 rods; thence South 4 rods to place of beginning, all being in the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of section 5, Town 1 North, Range 9 West The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543434 File #276109F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Matthew A. Jackson, a married man and Hiedi G. Jackson, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 24, 2002, and recorded on May 31, 2002 in instrument 1081492, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Thousand Two Hundred Thirteen And 53/100 Dollars ($85,213.53), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 corner of said Section 26; thence South 00 degrees 23 minutes 13 seconds West 1807.69 feet, along the North and South 1/4 line to the point of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 55 seconds East 402.46 feet; thence South 00 degrees 22 minutes 42 seconds West 243.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 55 seconds West 402.58 feet; thence North 00 degrees 23 minutes 13 seconds East 243.00 feet along the North and South 1/4 line to point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543145 File #304303F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Melody J. Fetzer and Richard Fetzer, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated July 18, 2005, and recorded on August 22, 2005 in instrument 1151474, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Structured Asset Securities Corporation, Series 2005-AR1 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Four Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Five And 82/100 Dollars ($442,565.82), including interest at 7.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 40 feet of Lot 78, Parker's Lakewood Plat No. 1, Section 30, Yankee Springs Township, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 82. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543863 File #306775F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael J. Rabbers, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 25, 2005 and recorded December 6, 2005 in Instrument Number 1157278, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by GMAC Mortgage, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Three Thousand One Hundred Eighty-One and 80/100 Dollars ($163,181.80) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West one-half of the East onehalf of the Northeast one-quarter of the Northwest one-quarter of Section 36, Town 1 North, Range 10 West, Prairieville Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 11, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 618.3705 ASAP# 3477188 03/11/2010, 77543991 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kevin Jon Neff and Jennifer M Neff, original mortgagor(s), to Bank of America, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 17, 2002, and recorded on September 20, 2002 in instrument 1087822, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred TwentyFive And 77/100 Dollars ($78,825.77), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 9, 10 and 11 in Block 7 Keeler Brothers Addition to the Village of Middleville, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543478 File #306898F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott K. Pearson, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 9, 2005, and recorded on June 17, 2005 in instrument 1148217, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Thirteen And 51/100 Dollars ($96,913.51), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 58 feet off and from the Northside of the South one half of Lots 1012 and 1013 of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof subject to easements, reservations, restrictions and limitations of record, if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543392 File #290225F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jacqueline L. Thompson, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to ICNB Mortgage Company, L.L.C., Mortgagee, dated April 3, 2004, and recorded on April 17, 2007 in instrument 1179379, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty And 64/100 Dollars ($68,980.64), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: North 1/2 of Lots 4 and 5, Block 8 of Dan Striker's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543450 File #306226F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William E. Bush Sr., a single man, original mortgagor(s), to B&P Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated May 13, 1998, and recorded on May 19, 1998 in instrument 1012190, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BankBoston, N.A. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-One And 64/100 Dollars ($70,851.64), including interest at 9.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 9 of Culbert Plat No. 1, and a driveway easement across the East end of Lot 8 according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 19 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543757 File #305039F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Donald Goodenough, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 220 W Madison St, Hastings, MI 490582245. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 5, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 5, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543940 File # 314262F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jeffrey Symonds, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 10100 Cox Rd, Bellevue, MI 49021-9610. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 5, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 5, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543874 File # 313221F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Vern Peck, a married man, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated April 11, 2008 and recorded April 17, 2008 in Instrument Number 20080417-0004200, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Four Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Eight and 65/100 Dollars ($104,868.65) including interest at 9.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 25, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 5, Whispering Pines Condominiums, a Condominium according to the Master Deed recorded as Instrument Number 1161230, and any amendments thereto, and designated as Barry County Subdivision Plan Number 46, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 25, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.6029 ASAP# 3459939 02/25/2010, 03/04/2010, 77543472 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to David L Deyoung and Lori A Deyoung, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 5565 Romeyn Woods, Middleville, MI 49333-8920. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 5, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 5, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543871 File # 277028F02 THE DETROIT LEGAL NEWS - 1409 Allen Road, Troy, Michigan 48083-4003 SHORT FORECLOSURE NOTICE - Barry COUNTY SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)5397400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by JACK GRIZZLE and NANCY GRIZZLE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated July 18, 2007, and recorded on July 25, 2007, in Document No. 20070725-0000117, and assigned by said mortgagee to Arch Bay Holdings, LLC - Series 2009B, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eighty-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Nine Dollars and Ninety Cents ($288,939.90), including interest at 7.750% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o'clock, on March 18, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 1, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 673.66 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 1; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG AN INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE OF THE SHORE OF CROOKED LAKE THE FOLLOWING COURSES: NORTH 11 DEGREES 53 MINUTES 08 SECONDS EAST 76.89 FEET; THENCE NORTH 41 DEGREES 36 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 97.80 FEET; THENCE NORTH 55 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 17 SECONDS EAST 146.13 FEET; THENCE NORTH 26 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 170.72 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID TRAVERSE LINE NORTH 26 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 5.31 FEET; THENCE NORTH 62 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 54 SECONDS EAST 73.27 FEET; THENCE NORTH 77 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 06 SECONDS EAST 215.35 FEET; THENCE NORTH 31 DEGREES 25 MINUTES 32 SECONDS EAST 80.00 FEET TO THE END OF SAID TRAVERSE LINE; THENCE NORTH 50 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 06 SECONDS WEST 186.82 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 83 DEGREES 12 MINUTES 55 SECONDS WEST 308.19 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG AN INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE OF THE SHORE OF CROOKED LAKE THE FOLLOWING COURSES; SOUTH 39 DEGREES 26 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 158.31 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 25 DEGREES 49 MINUTES 43 SECONDS WEST 103.21 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 65 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 09 SECONDS WEST 24.37 FEET TO THE END OF SAID TRAVERSE LINE; THENCE SOUTH 82 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST 98.15 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, INCLUDING LANDS LYING BETWEEN SAID INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE AND THE WATERS OF CROOKED LAKE AS LIMITED BY THE SIDE LINES OF SAID PARCEL EXTENDED TO THE WATERS EDGE. MORE CORRECTLY DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 1, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 673.86 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 1; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG AN INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE OF THE SHORE OF CROOKED LAKE THE FOLLOWING COURSES: NORTH 11 DEGREES 53 MINUTES 08 SECONDS EAST 76.89 FEET; THENCE NORTH 41 DEGREES 36 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 97.80 FEET; THENCE NORTH 55 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 17 SECONDS EAST 146.13 FEET; THENCE NORTH 26 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 170.72 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID TRAVERSE LINE NORTH 26 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST 5.31 FEET; THENCE NORTH 62 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 54 SECONDS EAST 73.27 FEET; THENCE NORTH 77 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 06 SECONDS EAST 215.35 FEET; THENCE NORTH 31 DEGREES 25 MINUTES 32 SECONDS EAST 80.00 FEET TO THE END OF SAID TRAVERSE LINE; THENCE NORTH 50 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 06 SECONDS WEST 186.82 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 83 DEGREES 12 MINUTES 55 SECONDS WEST 308.19 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG AN INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE OF THE SHORE OF CROOKED LAKE THE FOLLOWING COURSES; SOUTH 39 DEGREES 26 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 158.31 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 25 DEGREES 49 MINUTES 43 SECONDS WEST 103.21 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 65 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 09 SECONDS WEST 24.37 FEET TO THE END OF SAID TRAVERSE LINE; THENCE SOUTH 82 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST 98.15 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, INCLUDING LANDS LYING BETWEEN SAID INTERMEDIATE TRAVERSE LINE AND THE WATERS OF CROOKED LAKE AS LIMITED BY THE SIDE LINES OF SAID PARCEL EXTENDED TO THE WATERS EDGE. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 11, 2010 Arch Bay Holdings, LLC - Series 2009B Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 ASAP# 3452530 02/18/2010, 02/25/2010, 03/04/2010, 03/11/2010 �Page 14 — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT; ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW. ATTENTION POTENTIAL PURCHASERS AT FORECLOSURE SALE: In the case of resolution prior to or simultaneously with the aforementioned foreclosure sale, Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) may rescind this sale at any time prior to the end of the redemption period. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited to the return of your bid amount tendered at the sale, plus interest. Default having occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by April L. Monroe, ("Debtors") to Ionia Manufactured Housing, In, Country Homes of Ionia, dated February 18, 1998, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry in the State of Michigan on March 17, 1998, in Document Number 1008983, et. seq., said Mortgage being last assigned to Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) ("Green Tree"), by Mortgage Assignment dated March 2, 1998, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry in the State of Michigan on April 22, 1998, in Document Number 1010756, et. seq., on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due as of the date of this Notice the sum of $50,520.00, which amount may or may not be the entire indebtedness owed by Debtors to Green Tree together with interest at 8.75 percent per annum. NOW THEREFORE, Notice is hereby given that the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative and that pursuant to that power of sale and MCL 600.3201 et. seq., on April 1, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., on the East steps of the Circuit Court Building in Hastings, Michigan, that being the place for holding the Circuit Court and/or for conducting such foreclosure sales for the County of Barry, there will be offered at public sale, the premises, or some part thereof, described in said Mortgage as follows, to-wit: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF CASTLETON, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN, IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: THE WEST 300 FEET OF THE EAST 795 FEET OF THE NORTH 1075 FEET OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 10, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST. which also includes any interest Green Tree may have in the 1997 Four Seasons Mobile Home, Serial Number WD400055. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of sale unless the property is established to be abandoned pursuant to MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of sale or fifteen (15) days from the date the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(b) was posted and mailed. Dated: February 17, 2010 Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) By: DONALD A. BRANDT(P30183) BRANDT, FISHER, ALWARD & ROY, P.C. Attorneys for Green Tree 1241 E. Eighth Street, P.O. Box 5817 Traverse City, Michigan 49696-5817 (231) 941-9660 77543334 File No.: 6140.0758 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Chris Treu, a Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 22, 2005, and recorded on March 8, 2005 in instrument 1142427, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-Three And 47/100 Dollars ($116,533.47), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 31, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said Southeast 1/4; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes East 363.00 feet along the West line of said Southeast 1/4 thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes East 1136.52 feet along the centerline of Church Street; thence South 56 degrees 18 minutes 40 seconds East 243.30 feet along the centerline of Irving Road; thence South 81 degrees 08 minutes 25 seconds East 165.42 feet along said centerline; thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds East 25.0 feet along said centerline to place of beginning; thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds East 281.18 feet along said centerline; thence North 75 degrees 26 minutes 45 seconds East 566.28 feet along said centerline; thence North 83 degrees 22 minutes 22 seconds East 281.96 feet along said centerline; thence South 0 degrees 04 minutes 05 seconds East 354.95 feet along the East line of said Northeast 1/4, Southeast 1/4; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 04 seconds West 1020.19 feet along the Northerly right of way line of the railroad to a line which bears South 32 degrees 35 minutes 40 seconds East from the place of beginning; thence North 32 degrees 35 minutes 40 seconds West 162.57 feet along said line to place of beginning. Also that part lying Northerly of the above described parcel and Southerly of the Thornapple River. Subject to Highway right of way for Irving Road (66 feet wide). The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543806 File #308046F01 SYNOPSIS ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BUDGET WORKSHOP March 3, 2010 Meeting called to order at 6:45. All board members present with the exception of Trustee Bob Perino. Discussed the following: Fawn Lake Sewer Bond, Community Promotion, roads, and electricity for concession stand. Treasurer presented estimated revenues. Approved motion to adjourn. Meeting adjourned 8:10 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Jennifer Goy, Clerk Attested to by Thomas Rook, Supervisor 77543982 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Travis, a married man and his wife Sammie Lynne Travis, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 17, 2008, and recorded on January 24, 2008 in instrument 200801240000708, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Six Hundred Sixteen And 20/100 Dollars ($121,616.20), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1260 of the city, formerly village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #307904F01 77543797 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard C Lampman, and Leslie Lampman, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2005, and recorded on October 25, 2005 in instrument 1155139, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand Six Hundred Two And 26/100 Dollars ($119,602.26), including interest at 6.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the center of Banfield Road at a point distant Southeasterly along same 1219.1 feet from the North line of Section 33, Town 1 North, range 8 West; thence South 65 degrees 16 minutes East 156.8 feet; thence West 371.6 feet; thence North 1 degree 58 minutes west 132 feet; thence North 88 degrees 02 minutes East 311.2 feet to beginning. Also commencing at the center of Banfield road Southeasterly 1219.1 feet from the North line of Section 33, town 1 North, Range 8 West; thence South 88 degrees 02 minutes west 311.2 feet; thence North 1 degree 58 minutes West 27 feet; thence North 83 degrees 08 minutes east 290.67 feet; thence South 65 degrees 16 minutes East 56.21 feet to beginning. Parcel 2: Part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 1 North Range 8 West, described as commencing at the Northwest corner of said Section 33; thence South 89 degrees 36 minutes 35 seconds East along the North line of said Section 33, 1330.81 feet to the centerline of Banfield Road; thence South 27 degrees 56 minutes 12 seconds East 423.99 feet along said centerline; thence 249.68 feet along said centerline and the arc of a curve to the left whose radius is 2003.24 feet and whose chord bears South 37 degrees 30 minutes 26 seconds East 249.51 feet; thence South 35 degrees 04 minutes 40 seconds east 492.24 feet along said centerline; thence South 71 degrees 46 minutes 54 seconds West 292.71 feet to the Point of beginning; thence South 13 degrees 29 minutes 22 seconds East 93.00 feet; thence South 74 degrees 22 minutes 45 seconds West 106.00 feet; thence North 07 degrees 38 minutes 13 seconds West 89.39 feet; thence North 71 degrees 46 minutes 54 seconds East 97.15 feet to the Point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543224 File #304359F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rodney A. Innes and Barbara J. Innes, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 3, 2008, and recorded on March 7, 2008 in instrument 20080307-0002140, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Nine Thousand Twenty-Seven And 08/100 Dollars ($189,027.08), including interest at 5.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant South 89 degrees 56 minutes 30 seconds East, 725.50 feet from the Northwest corner of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 30 seconds East, 250.00 feet along said Section line; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, 350.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 30 seconds West, 250.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, 350.00 feet to the point of beginning. Also together with and subject to a private easement for ingress, egress and public utility purposes over the Westerly 33 feet thereof for Innes Road, and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543975 File #309277F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bryan A. Hughes AKA Bryan Hughes, A Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 7, 2007, and recorded on August 15, 2007 in instrument 20070815-0000938, and modified by agreement dated May 12, 2009, and recorded on July 10, 2009 in instrument 200907100007186, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand One Hundred Forty-Nine And 52/100 Dollars ($121,149.52), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a Point on the East and West 1/4 Line of Section 15, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, distant North 89 Degrees 56 Minutes 29 Seconds East 2416.04 Feet from the West 1/4 corner of said section, thence North 00 Degrees 11 Minutes 58 Seconds West 435.00 Feet, thence North 89 Degrees 56 Minutes 29 Seconds East 248.83 Feet to the North and South 1/4 line of said Section, thence South 00 Degrees 11 Minutes 58 Seconds East 435.00 Feet along said North and South 1/4 line to the Center 1/4 Corner of said section, Thence South 89 Degrees 56 Minutes 29 Seconds West 248.83 Feet along said East and West 1/4 line to the Point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543398 File #303317F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul Zoet and Andrea Zoet, as husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated February 18, 2003, and recorded on March 14, 2003 in instrument 1099450, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Fifty-Six And 39/100 Dollars ($105,056.39), including interest at 5.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of Section 12; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 1315.43 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 331.50 feet along the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 571.00 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 360.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 234.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 360.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds West 234.00 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to and together with a 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress, and utility purposes, the centerline of which is described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of Section 12, Town 4 North, Range 10 West; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 1315.43 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 364.50 feet along the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12, to the point of beginning and centerline of said 66 foot wide easement; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 66.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 168.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 555.00 feet, to the end of said 66 foot wide easement; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds West 17.00 feet to the reference point A. Also, subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utilities over a 50.00 foot radius turnaround, the radius point of which is the aforesaid reference point A. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543961 File #295566F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by JOSEPH J. DAVIS and MISTY M. DAVIS, husband and wife (collectively, "Mortgagor"), to SAND RIDGE BANK, an Indiana corporation, of P.O. Box 598, Schererville, Indiana 46375, dated April 29, 2005, recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on May 5, 2005, as Instrument No. 1146024 (the "Mortgage") as assigned by FIRST FINANCIAL BANK, N.A., a national association, of 300 High Street, P.O. Box 476, Hamilton, Ohio 45011-0476, doing business as Sand Ridge Bank, and successor by consolidation with Sand Ridge Bank, an Indiana corporation, to CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, having an office at 2185 Three Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the “Mortgagee”), pursuant to the terms of the branch purchase and assumption agreement dated May 11, 2006, a bill of sale dated August 18, 2006, and an assignment of mortgage dated November 10, 2009, recorded November 18, 2009, as Instrument No. 200911180011255, Barry County Records (collectively, the “Mortgage”). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Six Hundred and 25/100 Dollars ($109,600.25). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance to the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 22nd day of April, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: The North 1/2 of Lots 1061 and 1062 of the City, formerly Village, of Hastings Together with all the improvements erected on the real estate, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures a part of the property, and all replacements and additions. Commonly known as: 612 S. Washington Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.P. #08-55-001-375-00 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor's heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned. Dated: March 11, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 77543890 (616) 752-2000 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Howard Bowersox, Jr., a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 14, 2007, and recorded on June 29, 2007 in instrument 1182431, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Corporation (USA) as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Five Hundred Twenty-Nine And 17/100 Dollars ($102,529.17), including interest at 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 7, Whispering Pines Condominium, a site condominium according to the Master Deed thereof recorded in instrument 11613220, Page 2-79 of barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46 together with an individed interst in the common elements of said condominium as set forth in said Master Deed and any amendments thereto, as described in Act 59 of the public Acts of MI of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543168 File #308889F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul Harney, a married man and Shannon D. Harney, his wife, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated May 22, 2007 and recorded May 30, 2007 in Instrument Number 200705300006678, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Eighty-Two Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty-Four and 83/100 Dollars ($382,884.83) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel J: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Lot 146 of the Plat of Fair Lake Annex, according to the recorded Plat in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 63, Barry County Records; and running thence North 89 degrees 44 minutes East 154.42 feet along the North line of said Lot 146 extended Easterly to the Easterly line of a 66 foot easement; thence North 08 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds East 224.96 feet along said Easterly line of easement; thence North 41 degrees 26 minutes East 1,252.70 feet along the Southerly line of said Easement; thence North 89 degrees 17 minutes East 36.27 feet along the South line of said easement; thence North 83 degrees 32 minutes 39 seconds East 60.00 feet to the radius point of the cul-de-sac appurtenant to said easement; thence South 76 degrees 54 minutes 01 seconds East 60.00 feet for the true place of beginning; thence Northerly 70.10 feet along the cul-de-sac on the arc of a curve to the left of radius 60.00 feet, the chord of which bears North 20 degrees 22 minutes 25 seconds West 66.19 feet; thence North 89 degrees 17 minutes 00 seconds East 493.94 feet; thence South 22 degrees 36 minutes East 7.15 feet to a traverse line along Fair Lake; thence South 67 degrees 24 minutes West 326.80 feet along said traverse line; thence North 69 degrees 35 minutes 12 seconds West 183.42 feet to the place of beginning. Together with land lying between the waters edge of Fair Lake. Together with rights of ingress and egress over the easement described herein, extending to North Drive. Subject to and together with an ingress and egress easement: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Lot 146 of the Plat of Fair Lake Park Annex, according to the recorded plat in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 63, Barry County Records; thence along the Easterly extension of the North line of said Lot 146, North 89 degrees 44 minutes East 87.57 feet to the point of beginning of this description; thence continuing North 89 degrees 44 minutes East 66.85 feet; thence North 08 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds East 224.96 feet; thence North 41 degrees 26 minutes East 1,252.70 feet; thence North 89 degrees 17 minutes 00 seconds East 36.27 feet; thence on the arc of a 60 foot radius curve to the left, a distance of 276.73 feet to the far end of a chord which bears North 41 degrees 24 minutes 45 seconds East 89.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 17 minutes 00 seconds West 126.60 feet; thence South 41 degrees 26 minutes West 1,295.51 feet; thence South 08 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West 259.64 feet to the place of beginning, extending the sidelines of said easement to the North line of North Drive as shown in said Plat. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 11, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.5640 ASAP# 3477141 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 77543986 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — Page 15 LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Hope Wickham, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 30, 2001 and recorded April 3, 2001 in Instrument Number 1057614, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Thirty-Four Thousand Four Hundred Thirty and 3/100 Dollars ($34,430.03) including interest at 7.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 1, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1 of Block 2 of Butler's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 66. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.3080 ASAP# 3467596 03/04/2010, 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010 77543792 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Brownell and Kathleen Brownell, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 29, 2009, and recorded on May 6, 2009 in instrument 20090506-0004919, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Seven And 77/100 Dollars ($155,747.77), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 19, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Section 19; thence West 1320.75 feet to the place of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 38 minutes West 247.50 feet; thence West 726.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes East 247.50 feet; thence East 726.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543246 File #304057F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lisa Palmitier and Dale Palmitier, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to M&I Bank FSB, Mortgagee, dated August 27, 2007, and recorded on September 10, 2007 in instrument 200709100001822, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-One Thousand One Hundred Forty-One And 83/100 Dollars ($191,141.83), including interest at 7.7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 19, Sandy Knolls, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of plats, on Page 59. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543928 File #308610F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Amy J. Shannon, wife and husband and William J. Shannon, as joint tenants with right of survivorship, to Nationstar Mortgage, LLC FKA Centex Home Equity Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 7, 2005 and recorded June 15, 2005 in Instrument Number 1148121, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-Nine and 21/100 Dollars ($80,389.21) including interest at 6.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 1, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3, Block 9, Assessors Plat Number 3, of the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 11. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 426.1187 ASAP# 3467565 03/04/2010, 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010 77543787 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Sherry L. Washburn, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 5241 Ravine Dr, Middleville, MI 49333-8107. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 8, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 8, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77543973 File # 282778F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Meggan K. Miller and Robert J. Miller, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 30, 2007, and recorded on February 1, 2007 in instrument 1175921, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2007 Securitized Asset-Backed Receivables LLC Trust 2007-BR5 Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007BR5 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Six And 49/100 Dollars ($139,486.49), including interest at 8.425% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 400 feet of the North 544 feet 6 Inches of the South 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of section 15, Town 4 North, Range 7 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544003 File #220737F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darin W. Johnson and Cheryl L. Johnson, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 9, 2002, and recorded on August 16, 2002 in instrument 1085796, and rerecorded on September 4, 2002 in instrument 1086730, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-One And 44/100 Dollars ($127,731.44), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 all in Block 4 of Sandy Beach Park according to the Recorded Plat thereof as Recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 18 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543133 File #292027F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by John R. Haynes and Theresa L. Haynes, husband and wife as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 5, 2005, and recorded on August 11, 2005 in instrument 1150955, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Two And 54/100 Dollars ($49,302.54), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North half of Lots 19 and 20 of Block 13 of Kenfield's Second Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 37. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544008 File #314674F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert H. Munjoy II, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 9, 2002 and recorded September 18, 2002 in Instrument Number 1087657, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Five Thousand Two Hundred One and 22/100 Dollars ($55,201.22) including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 1, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Township of Thornapple; Part of the Southeast fractional 1/4 of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West described as: Commencing at a point on the East line of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, distant 575.0 feet North of the Southeast corner of said section; thence North along the East line 225.0 feet; thence West 375.0 feet thence South 225.0 feet; thence East 375.0 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to easement over the East 33.0 feet for public highway purposes. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 241.8297 ASAP# 3467553 03/04/2010, 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010 77543782 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Heather Sue Orr and Spencer Heath Orr, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 1421 EAST BRISTOL ROAD, DOWLING, MI 49050 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-539-7400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Heather Sue Orr and Spencer Heath Orr also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738 (Tel). Pub Date: March 11, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77544030 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Carol A Etts, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 735 E Grand St, Hastings, MI 49058-1923. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 9, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 9, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 775544001 File # 313991F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Russell M. Peasley, a married man, to Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis, Mortgagee, dated November 19, 2004 and recorded December 15, 2004 in Instrument Number 1138757, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Nine Hundred NinetyNine and 83/100 Dollars ($107,999.83) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 25, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest one-quarter of Section 25, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of said Section 25, distant North 00 degrees 16 minutes 09 seconds East 931.62 feet from the Southwest corner of said Section 25; thence North 00 degrees 16 minutes 09 seconds East 220.00 feet along said West Section line; thence North 88 degrees 38 minutes 54 seconds East 650.32 feet; thence South 00 degrees 41 minutes 27 seconds West 220.05 feet; thence South 88 degrees 38 minutes 54 seconds West 648.70 feet to the point of beginning. This property contains a 1999 Crystal Valley Patriot mobile home with serial number CV819ABIN The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 25, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.5198 ASAP# 3458689 02/25/2010, 03/04/2010, 77543443 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rye H. Eggerstedt, an unmaried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 22, 2002, and recorded on August 2, 2002 in instrument 1084820, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Three And 73/100 Dollars ($65,703.73), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 69 rods South of the Northeast corner of the South 1/2 of the North 1/2 of Section 4, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, for beginning; thence West 27 rods; thence North 6 rods; thence East 27 rods; thence South 6 rods to beginning. Subject to an easement across the South 1 rods thereof, except that part deeded to the Michigan State Highway commission in Liber 308 on Page 344. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543952 File #308789F01 NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. Notwithstanding, if the debt secured by this property was discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is NOT an attempt to collect that debt. You are presently in default under your Mortgage Security Agreement, and the Mortgage Holder may be contemplating the commencement of foreclosure proceedings under the terms of that Agreement and Michigan law. You have no legal obligation to pay amounts due under the discharged note. A loan modification may not serve to revive that obligation. However, in the event you wish to explore options that may avert foreclosure, please contact our office at the number listed below. Attention: The following notice shall apply only if the property encumbered by the mortgage described below is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.7cc. Attention Timothy Wolfgang, regarding the property at 136 Florence St Woodland, MI 48897. The following notice does not apply if you have previously agreed to modify the mortgage loan under section 3205b. 3205a, 3205b and 3205c do not apply unless the terms of the modified mortgage loan entered into were complied with for one year after the date of the modification. You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. is the designee with authority to make agreements under MCL 600.3205b and MCL 600.3205c, and can be contacted at: 811 South Blvd., Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123. You may also contact a housing counselor. For more information, contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) by visiting www.michigan.gov/mshda or calling (866) 946-7432. If you request a meeting with Potestivo & Associates, P.C. within 14 days after the notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not commence until at least 90 days after the date said notice was mailed. If an agreement to modify the mortgage loan is reached and you abide by the terms of the agreement, the mortgage will not be foreclosed. You have the right to contact an attorney and can obtain contact information through the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738. Dated: March 11, 2010. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 information may be faxed to (248)267-3004, Attention: Loss Mitigation Our File No: 10-21965 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Samantha Seume and Richard S. Seume aka Richard S. Seume II, wife and husband, separate property, original mortgagor(s), to Arbor Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated November 30, 2005, and recorded on December 14, 2005 in instrument 1157656, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-Eight And 13/100 Dollars ($103,738.13), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 537 feet of the West 50 acres of the South 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 26, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan; except 471 feet East and West by 30 feet North and South out of the Southeast corner of the West 50 acres of the South 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 26. Michigan: Make: Fairmont, Year: 1999, Manufacturers Serial Number: MV 00112430413 Affidavit of Affixture of Manufactured Home Recorded 7/19/2006 Instrument number 1167353 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543383 File #306372F01 �Page 16 — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Pirates push Lions from district on opening night by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Pewamo-Westphalia pulled away early in the second half, and went on ato a 60-39 over the host Lions in the Class C District Opener at Maple Valley High School Monday. The Pirates outscored the Lions 19-6 in the third quarter to turn an eightpoint lead into a 21-point advantage. The loss ends the Lions’ season with an overall record of 2-19. Everett Mason led PewamoWestphalia with 18 points, and Justin Thelen, Landon Spitzley, and Tyler Schmitt added eight points each. Maple Valley got 12 points from Garett Reid, and six each from Josh Burd and Riley Fisher. The Lion boys saw their regular season end Thursday at home with a 65-54 loss to Delton Kellogg. An 8-0 run by the Panthers early in the fourth quarter snapped a 41-41 tie. Maple Valley would cut the Delton lead back down to five with a minute and a half to play thanks to a three by Jordan Sprague and a couple free throws from Austin Tobias, but the Panthers put together another 8-0 run to secure the win. “This is just a tough, tough place to play,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Mike Mohn. “Regardless of the talent level, they play so hard and they just don’t quit. You’ve got to knock them out.” Delton Kellogg ends the regular season with a 10-10 mark, and a 9-9 record in the KVA. The Panthers got 23 points from Cody Anderson, 15 from Ryan Watson, 14 from Deon Ferris, and 11 from Mitch Wandell on the night. Ferris had a big night, adding nine rebounds, three blocks, and a pair of steals. “Some of those were just absolute, we call them yankers where I come from,” Mohn said of Ferris’ rebounds. “He saved it for us. He got three or four rebounds right in a row that were just huge for us.” Ferris was also 6-of-6 at the foul line, while his teammate Watson was 7-of-7 at the charity stripe. The Panthers connected on 22-of-27 free throws as a team. Maple Valley got 15 points from Riley Fisher, and eight each from Tobias, Sprague, and Josh Burd. At Right: Maple Valley’s Kyle Burns attacks the basket during Monday night’s Class C District Opener against Pewamo-Westphalia at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Delton Kellogg’s Tyler Bourdo (4) and Maple Valley’s Riley Fisher battle for a loose ball during the regular season finale at Maple Valley High School Thursday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lions go 1-4 at D4 state championship Maple Valley’s Tyler Franks works towards a take down against Lawton’s Cameron Johnson during their opening round match at 140 pounds Thursday in Auburn Hills. (Photo by Cindy Gatewood) Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 Automotive Help Wanted For Sale FOR SALE: 2005 CHEVY IMPALA LS. Loaded, 80k, heated leather seats, moonroof, all the goodies. Black w/gray interior, sharp! $9,500 OBO. Call (517)5079952. HELP WANTED: LOCAL Law firm seeks Receptionist/Legal Assistant. No experience required. Computer literacy and typing skills a must. Please submit resumes to Ad #115, PO Box 188, Hastings, MI 49058. AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. 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Both Lion state qualifiers, Baird at 119 pounds and Tyler Franks at 140 pounds, were bested in their opening round match Thursday evening then saw their time at the state wrestling finals end Friday - short of the medals. Baird was pinned by Austin Deacons from Manchester to start the tournament, then bested Onaway’s Alex Fullerton in the first round of consolation 4-3. Homer’s Brock Nelson ended Baird’s run in the tournament, topping him 5-2 in the second round of consolation. Franks was downed in both his matches, falling 10-5 to Lawton’s Cameron Johnson and then was pinned by Manchester’s Johnny Woollams. Vikes fall for first time under their new coach A 20-7 run in the fourth quarter was only enough to pull Lakewood’s varsity boys’ basketball team within 11 points of visiting Haslett Thursday. Haslett scored a 62-51 non-conference victory over Lakewood to close out the regular season. The Lakewood boys end the regular season with a record of 6-14. The visiting Vikings outscored Lakewood 20-10 in the opening quarter, with the help of a pair of threes from Zach Porritt. He would hit five threes on the night, and finish with a game-high 15 points. Trevor Palmer, Dom Choma, and Cory Smith added ten points each for Haslett. Lakewood got 14 points from Cody Lindemulder, 12 from Jordan Cooper, and seven from Sam Desgranges. It was the first loss for Lakewood under new head coach Wayne Piercefield, after a 30 start. Lakewood was slated to face Gull Lake in the Class B District Semifinals at Lakewood High School last night, the winner of that contest will play in Friday night’s district championship game beginning at 7 p.m. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: 77543023 Three-car accident injures three people Hastings Police responded to a three-car accident at the intersection of South Hanover/M-37 and East Clinton Street March 3. The accident occurred when a northbound vehicle driven by Brandi Young, 33, from Hastings attempted to turn left onto Clinton Street into the path of a southbound vehicle driven by Barbara Bertz, 47, from Bellevue. After impact, Bertz’s vehicle then collided with a third vehicle that was stopped on Clinton Street. The third vehicle was driven by Letha Philpott, 84, also from Hastings. Mercy Ambulance responded to the scene and transported both Young, Bertz and her teenage daughter to Pennock Hospital for treatment, and their condition is unknown. Television carried off after break-in Hastings Police are investigating a breaking and entering complaint reported March 3 at a residence in the 800 block of North East Street. The complainant found that the back door to her residence was standing open after she returned home at 10:45 p.m. Responding officers searched the residence as a precaution and did not locate anyone inside. The 43year-old victim found that her 42-inch Sony flat-screen television had been taken from the residence, but did not find anything else missing. The incident remains under investigation. No serious injuries reported after truck, semi collide Hastings Police responded to a minor personal injury accident that occurred at the intersections of North Broadway and Calgary Drive March 9. A vehicle driven by Amy Cronk, 38, from Middleville turned south from Calgary Drive into the path of a semi truck driven by Craig Henry, 41, from Onondaga, who was northbound on Broadway. No serious injuries were reported as a result of the accident. Injuries tell the real story Hastings Police responded to a domestic assault complaint at a residence in the 600 block of Barfield Drive March 9. Officers met with the 47-year-old victim who told them she had been assaulted by the suspect, who was identified as Gerard Funnicelli, 48, from Hastings, after a verbal dispute turned physical. Funicelli, who was still at the residence, denied assaulting the victim, however the injuries sustained by victim were not consistent with his account of the incident. Funnicelli was placed under arrest and lodged at the Barry County Jail where he faces charges of domestic assault, second offense. Caveman antics lead to jail Hastings Police responded to a residence in the 200 block of South Hanover Street March 4 to a reported domestic assault. Upon arrival, they were told that a verbal confrontation took place while the suspect, Travis Springer, 30, from Wyoming, removed his belongings from the apartment. The verbal dispute turned physical, and Springer allegedly choked and threw the 24-year-old victim against a wall and dragged her by her hair into another room and pushed her to the floor. Springer was placed under arrest on charges of domestic assault and lodged at the Barry County Jail. Local man resists police Hastings Police responded to a 911 hang-up call at a residence in the 100 block of East High Street early March 7. Officers were advised by Barry County Central Dispatch that a domestic assault had occurred. Officers met with the 23-year-old victim who told them that Paul Baird, 27, of Hastings, whom she had been dating the past four months, had physically assaulted her, took money and prescription drugs from her purse and fled the residence. Baird was located a short time later outside the residence. As officers approached him, he refused to comply with their requests to stop. Officers placed Baird under arrest for domestic assault, and he immediately resisted arrest. After struggling with him for several minutes, officers were able to take him into custody. Baird was transported and lodged at the Barry County Jail. He is facing charges of domestic assault, larceny from a building and resisting and obstructing a police officer. No gaming in public restroom Barry County Sheriff Deputies were called to the Hastings Wal-Mart Feb. 25 to investigate a retail fraud case caught by store loss-prevention employees. A 16-year-old Delton resident was issued a citation for retail fraud after trying to leave the store with a video game after removing the packaging in the store restroom. Stolen items returned to owners 77542804 All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. POLICE BEAT Lakewood head coach Wayne Piercefield talks things over with his team during its regular season finale at home against Haslett Thursday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Several items have been returned to area residents after notices from the Barry County Sheriff’s Department were printed in several local newspapers. The notices asked residents to identify items stolen from several cemeteries in and around Barry County. As a result, items have been returned to the Woodland Cemetery, along with Vermontville, Hastings and Rutland Township cemeteries. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — Page 17 Maroons press their way past TK, into regionals by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Trojans knew the challenge would be getting past the Holland Christian full-court pressure. They didn’t know that they’d be without the junior who started at point guard much of the season though. Holland Christian harassed the Thornapple Kellogg varsity girls’ basketball team all night long in a 43-35 win in Friday’s Class B District Championship game at Allegan High School. The Maroons length and aggressiveness made getting the ball inbounds tough much of the night. Early on the Trojans didn’t have too many troubles with the press, but struggled to get good shots on the offensive end of the floor. As the night wore on, the press became more of a factor. “We knew the most difficult challenge was going to be getting the ball past half-court, and that was the challenge,” Kopf said. “I think they were a little nervous to begin with. The girls without the ball, there wasn’t enough ball movement. Then we had to play catch up.” A triple by sophomore point guard Anisa Shaw accounted for the Trojans’ only points of the opening quarter, as the Maroons opened up a 9-3 lead through the first eight minutes. Holland Christian extended that lead to 24-16 at the half. TK junior guard Hana Hunt missed the contest, but even with her in the line-up things would have been tough. The Maroons forced TK into 28 turnovers on the night. The Trojan defense was solid though too. They turned the Maroons over 19 times. Holland Christian pushed its lead to 15 points late in the third quarter, before a small Trojan run but it back down to nine points. That was as close as TK would get until the final seconds though. Holland Christian got 14 points and six rebounds from Breanna Verkaik, and 12 points and six boards from Becky VanderSluis. Kristina Bosch chipped in nine points, including a big three-pointer with just under three minutes to play. It was the last of many learning experiences for the young Trojan team this season. Andrea Pennfield was the only senior to see time on the floor for TK in the district final. “The good thing is, they’re almost all coming back next year,” Kopf said. Sophomore center Cassie Holwerda led TK with 13 points, six rebounds, and four blocks. Junior forward Alyssa Weesie chipped in eight points and four steals, while fellow junior forward Kiley Buursma had seven points, four rebounds, and a pair of blocks. “They realized they can play with anybody,” Kopf said. “They see the Holland Christians and the South Christians of the world and get a little intimidated, but now they realize they can play with them.” The Trojan team ends the year with a 7-16 record. After a slow start in the district semifinals against Hopkins Wednesday, the Trojans rallied in the second half for a 43-40 win. Hopkins jumped out to an 11-4 lead in the opening quarter, but TK pulled to within a point at the half. The two teams went into the fourth quarter tied at 29-29. Weesie and Shaw both had six points in the fourth quarter to help the Trojans pull out the win. Weesie finished with a team-high 14 points, and Shaw added 13. Holwerda chipped in ten points and Kenzie Webster six. The Trojans’ Cassie Holwerda (left) is tied-up near mid-court by Holland Christian’s Kally Verkaik during the fourth quarter of Friday night's Class B District Championship game at Allegan High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Thornapple Kellogg junior Alyssa Weesie pressures the Maroons’ Kally Verkaik in the corner during the fourth quarter Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxons close out Orioles at foul-line 18 points. He was also 6 of 7 from the free throw line, had seven rebounds, and drew two charges. “He has surprised us a little bit yes, but only a little,” Hastings head coach Don Schils said of his senior forward. “I talked with him this summer and told him ‘this is going to be a break-out year for you if you do some things over the summer.’” It helps Passmore too that Dustin Glaser has returned to the line-up, to help draw opponents’ top big men. The contest was tied at 45-45 with three minutes to play, before the Saxons went on a 14-4 run to close things out. The Saxons were 19 of 24 from the free throw line in the game, and 12 of 13 in the fourth quarter. Matt Cathcart was 6 of 6 at the stripe, and finished with eight points as well as seven rebounds and three assists for the Saxons. “This is the best free throw shooting team I’ve had, ever, and that came up huge again,” Schils said. Grant Heide returned to action for the first Grant Heide is greeted by the Saxon bench as he comes out in the fourth quarter Monday’s win over Charlotte in the Class B District Opener at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) time, after suffering a broken hand, and added ten points and four rebounds for Hastings. The Saxons also got eight points from Glaser, seven from Keith Garber, and six from Kevin Bosma. Charlotte got 16 points from Aubrey Parrish and 14 from DeBack. “Overall, we’re very happy with that,” Schils said. “We set a game plan defensively to take away (Chase DeBack) and (Blake Rankin), their two leading scorers, and I don’t even know if (Rankin) got a shot off.” Chase DeBack, a 6-8 sophomore, finished with just five points. Charlotte started the game on a 7-1 run, but from that point on neither team had a lead of more than five points until the Saxons pulled away in the final minutes. The game was tied six different times in the second half, but defense to offense and turning Trojan mistakes into points. Laker said that 14 of the Dux 18 points in the first half were on run outs or the break. Greg Hamilton led the Trojans with 13 points on the night. Jared Stolicker had ten points, 11 rebounds, and three blocked shots. Sam Thaler and Jacob Bultema had eight points each. TK also got four assists and six rebounds from Jesse Aubil, and a fine defensive effort from Kenny Price. “Price did a great job guarding their best player, and kind of taking him out of his game,” Laker said. The Trojans end the season with a 10-11 record. Thursday night was about the seniors, but that didn’t mean everyone wasn’t involved. Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity boys’ basketball team had 11 of its 12 players score in an 81-62 non-conference victory to close out the regular season in Middleville. The four Trojan seniors, Price, Matt Williamson, Jordan Ruger, and Thaler, with the help of junior center Stolicker got their Wednesday night’s district semifinal. The winner of that game will take on the winner of the Lakewood/Gull Lake game from last night in the district semifinals Friday at 7 p.m. The Saxons’ Eric Hart puts up a shot in the final seconds of Monday’s district win over Charlotte at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Dux down Trojans in district opener by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Zeeland West’s pressure eventually wore down the Trojans Monday. The host Dux scored a 68-44 over Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity boy’s basketball team in their Class B District Open. Thornapple Kellogg led 31-29 in the third quarter, but the Dux outscored the Trojans 3913 the rest of the way. “The first half, it was a very, very physical game,” said TK head coach Lance Laker. “They let a lot go. Early on, that might have benefited us, but in the end it worked against us.” “We struggled with their pressure, and the physicality they played with.” Austin Semple led the Dux with 24 points, and his team also got ten points each from Andy O’Connor and Josh Gillett. Thornapple Kellogg led 22-18 at the half, but the Trojans would have liked to have had a little bigger lead. They shot just 21-percent from inside the paint in the first half. Zeeland West had most of its offensive success on the break, transitioning quickly from Hastings never trailed in the final two quarters after starting the third with a 27-24 edge. Hastings improved to 7-14 with the win, and earned the right to face Eaton Rapids in team off to an 18-6 start against the visiting Hopkins Vikings. “It’s always the hardest night for me as a coach,” said Laker. “We kind of keep the seniors in a little longer at the start.” Hopkins rallied back to pull within six at 22-16 by the end of the quarter, and closed to 35-30 at the half. The Trojans then outscored the Vikings 28-17 in the third quarter to take control of the ball game. Laker said Thaler had an “MVP type night”, for the Trojans. He finished with 12 points, five rebounds, and four assists. His fellow senior, Price, continued his solid play contributing seven points, eight rebounds, three assists, and a pair of steals. Hamilton led the Trojan attack with 17 points and five assists, while Stolicker finished with 15 points and 12 rebounds. Williamson had six points, and Ruger three. Hopkins got 21 points from Nick Brummel and 11 from Ethan Green. Brett Boerman added nine points for the visitors. The only times the Trojans struggled against the Vikings were when they tried to do too much individually Hastings’ Tate Miller looks for help as Charlotte’s Blake Rankin (left) and Alex DeBack close in during the second quarter Monday night at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org FRIDAY, MARCH 12 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17 TBA Senior Academy Awards @ Central Aud. 7:00 pm Boys Varsity Basketball Districts @ Lakewood (if needed) A Boys MS Wrestling Hastings Duals H MONDAY, MARCH 15 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm H H THURSDAY, MARCH 18 SATURDAY, MARCH 13 9:30 am 4:15 pm Girls 7th “A” Basketball Newhall - Blue 5:30 pm Girls 8th “A” Basketball Newhall - Blue 6:00 pm Boys Swim Dive Banquet @ HHS Cafeteria First Day of Spring Sports Practice! Girls 7th “A” Basketball Wayland Union HS Girls 7th “B” Basketball Hamilton Middle Girls 8th “A” Basketball Wayland Union HS Girls 8th “B” Basketball Hamilton Middle 6:00 pm MS Girls B-Ball Banquet - MS Cafe 7:30 pm Girls Basketball Banquet @ HHS Cafeteria Times and dates subject to change. A A A A Thanks to This Week’s Sponsor: HASTINGS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS TUESDAY, MARCH 16 7:00 pm Middle School Band Concert @ HS Gym HASTINGS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Contact Laura 948-0506 to Sponsor the Sports Schedule Good Luck Saxons! 77543877 by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Charlotte having a trio of 6-8 players on its roster didn’t slow the Saxons from getting to the basket Monday. Hastings scored a 59-49 win over the Orioles in the opening round of the Class B District Tournament at Lakewood High School. Zach Passmore, the Saxons’ 6-2 forward has done a good job this season of taking advantage of his size when he can, and took advantage of his speed against the Oriole big men when he could Monday. Passmore put the Saxons in front 52-46 with 1:30 left to go, driving in from the left corner where he was being defended by Charlotte’s 6-8 senior center Alex DeBack then flipping up a reverse lay-up as DeBack was being whistled for his fifth foul. He threw his fist towards the Saxon bench as he shouted, then finished off the three-point play at the foul-line. Passmore led the Saxons on the night with �Page 18 — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lakewood’s boys power their way past Panthers Delton Kellogg’s Cody Anderson searches for a way around Lakewood’s Cody Lindemulder (44) in the post during Monday’s Class B District Opener at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor If Delton Kellogg learned anything from its loss in the opening round of the Class B District Tournament hosted by Lakewood Monday it’s that some time in the weight room would be beneficial. Lakewood’s varsity boys’ basketball team muscled its way past the Panthers and in to Wednesday night’s district semifinals against Gull Lake by scoring a 68-45 win over the Panthers. “That’s a perfect example of what it takes to play basketball like I think it should be played,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Mike Mohn. “Lakewood is so strong. They were knocking our kids off the ball and knocking us off the rebounds, and they weren’t even doing anything.” Lakewood led just 15-12 after one quarter, then held Delton scoreless for nearly five and a half minutes to start the second quarter. The Vikings extended their lead to 25-12 over that stretch. It was 29-19 at the half. The closest the Panthers got the rest of the way was 45-38 with 5:41 left in the fourth quarter. Sam Desgranges led the Vikings in holding off the Panthers the rest of the way. He had 23 points on the night, and was 13 of 14 from the foul line. In the fourth quarter alone he earned four and-one situations, and converted the three-point play on three of them. “Going back to basics, for us it’s kind of crazy because it’s only been two weeks since coach O’Mara and I took over,” said Lakewood head coach Wayne Piercefield. “Two weeks ago, we said we want to get the ball inside. We’re going to be bigger and stronger than most of the teams we play.” While Desgranges took over in the second half, it was Nathan Bryans who led the Lakewood charge early on. He scored 19 of his game-high 25 points in the first half. Jordan Cooper added nine points for Lakewood. Delton Kellogg got 12 points from Cody Anderson and 11 from Mitchell Wandell. Deon Ferris chipped in five points. “The kids that are coming back have got to make a decision that they don’t want to get beat up anymore,” Mohn said. Delton Kellogg’s full-court pressure was effective at times, as Lakewood came into the contest without starting point guard Ryne Musbach who suffered a concussion in last week’s regular season finale against Haslett. “Adam (Barker) had to step up and take care of the basketball,” Piercefield said. “As the game went on he got better and better. He was under control.” Lakewood improves to 7-14 with the win, while Delton Kellogg sees its season end with a record of 10-11. “They shot well. They attacked well. That was about as good of an old-fashioned butt-whooping as we’ve had in a long time.” Lakewood’s Sam Desgranges gets by the Panthers’ Ryan Watson for two points during the fourth quarter of Monday’s Class B District Opener. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxons dig too big a first half hole against Devils by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Gull Lake held Hastings to just five points in the whole first half, and went on to a 39-20 win in the Class B District Championship game at Charlotte High School Friday. The Blue Devils improved to 22-0 on the season with the victory, and went on to score a 50-28 win over Paw Paw in the regional semifinals Tuesday at Three Rivers. “Gull Lake was a very tough opponent,” said Hastings head coach Steve Laubaugh. “They are well-coached and extremely deep. They play a very aggressive full-court defense and can roll 13 players at you. We just didn’t handle their pressure very well. They are undefeated and ranked fourth in the state for that reason.” The Blue Devils ran out to a 16-4 lead in the opening quarter, then pushed their lead to 24-5 at the half. The Saxons were disappointed in their first quarter play. “We knew their defense would bother us, but we felt we could play defense and rebound to stay close. However, we just didn't execute that very well,” Laubaugh said. “At half-time, we didn’t talk about the score; we talked about pride in what we do, which is commit to playing our style of defense. The second half was much more competitive. We don’t have enough firepower to overcome a 19-point deficit, but we played them even in the second half. And it wasn’t because he was pulling back, we just flat out played better.” Veronica Hayden led the Saxons with six points and seven rebounds in the contest. Gabby Eaton and Kayla Vogel had four points each, and Dani Meredith added two points and seven rebounds. Gull Lake had 12 different players score. Claire Ranly led the way with six points, as well as five rebounds and a pair of blocked shots. The Blue Devils also got five points from Abby Ahlert. The Saxons end the season with a record of 7-15 “The girls learned a lot in the last couple weeks,” Laubaugh said. “We made some big strides. We won a couple very close games, and we learned what being competitive in the tournament looks like. I am excited about our future.” The closest of those recent wins came in the district semifinals last Wednesday, as the Saxons topped the host Orioles 48-46. Hastings led by ten with two and a half minutes to play, but saw the Orioles go on a 13-3 run to tie the contest. The Orioles’ Tanner Johnson hit the first of two free throws to tie the game at 46-46 with 10.9 seconds to play, and Charlotte The Saxons’ celebrate their 48-46 win over Charlotte in the Class B District Semifinals Wednesday, after a pair of free throws by Kayla Vogel with four tenths of a second left on the clock. (Photo by Brett Bremer) came away with the basketball after she missed the second. After a Saxon time-out, Vogel blocked a shot by Johnson and was fouled with four tenths of a second left as she came down with the ball. Vogel drilled both free throws to secure the win for the Saxons. “I felt like we played so hard and weathered the storm for so long, we knew they had a run in them,” Laubaugh said. “We talked about at half-time that you’ve played well. You’ve set the stage, but you’ve got to finish.” The Saxons led 22-15 at the half, and had limited the Orioles to just four field goals through the first two quarters. The Saxons never trailed in the ball game after taking an 11-9 lead midway through the second quarter. Hastings had a huge night at the free throw line, knocking down 28 of 37 attempts. Hayden was 13-of-18 and led Hastings with 21 points. Eaton finished with ten points, and Vogel had six by going 6 of 6 at the foul-line. “My best players played the best,” Laubaugh said. “Roni Hayden, they couldn’t guard her. They didn’t have an answer for her. She shot 18 free throws. That’s outrageous.” Charlotte got 19 points from Johnson, and eight from Raychel Wolever. The Saxons’ Gabrielle Shipley has a shot thwarted by Gull Lake’s Claire Ranly during Friday night’s Class B District Championship game at Charlotte High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Hastings’ guard Gabby Eaton fires up a short jump shot in front of Charlotte’s Raychel Wolever during the first quarter Wednesday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — Page 19 Viking heavyweight Steverson is state champion by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Lakewood senior Ryan Steverson managed to stick to the script. Steverson leapt into the arms of another Lakewood state champion, assistant coach Nick Boucher, after scoring a 4-3 win over Yale’s Steve Lams in the Division 3 285pound championship Saturday at the Palace of Auburn Hills. Lakewood senior Ryan Steverson accepts his state championship medal from head coach Bob Veitch after winning Division 3’s 285-pound weight class at the Individual State Finals Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The other arms in the corner were those of Lakewood head coach Bob Veitch, who made his first appearance on the mats after having gall bladder surgery the Monday before team regionals. “Probably not supposed (to be here),” Veitch said. “I told Ryan I wouldn’t miss this unless I was on my death bed. He’s given his heart to me for four years.” Steverson did get the chance to embrace his head coach though. “I told him he went out and did what we told him to do,” Veitch said. “He had to go out and wrestle his match, aggressively. That’s what got him his 50 wins. He didn’t do that in the semi’s.” Steverson was just seconds away from missing the state finals, as he trailed Caro’s Tyler Millerov 1-0 when the match was stopped for injury time with 19 seconds left in their semifinal round match Friday night. He got the kinks worked out, then returned to the mat and scored a reversal with nine seconds left to win 2-1. Steverson also trailed 1-0 in the second period of his championship match, as an escape by Lams accounted for the only point. That’s when his aggressiveness started to pay off. Lams was hit for stalling, twice, giving up a point. After an escape by Steverson to start the third period, Lams was whistled for stalling again and gave up another point. Lams did mange the only take down of the match, to tie things at 3-3 with 28 seconds left, but Steverson got his escape point with 16 seconds left and held on for the win. “I didn’t make any mistakes,” Steverson said. “No, mistakes.” It’s the third state medal for the Viking senior, who was fourth as a junior and third as a sophomore. He finishes the year with a record The Vikings’ Darren Eaton (top) works towards a reversal of Richmond’s Casey Martin during the second period of their match for seventh place in Division 3’s 125pound weight class Saturday at the Palace of Auburn Hills. (Photo by Brett Bremer) of 53-0. “He earned his 100th career win (this year), three time all-state, a state champion. He’s going to be a hard one to replace,” Veitch said. Veitch won’t have to replace his other state medallist. Viking junior Darren Eaton was eighth at 125 pounds, scoring wins over Kingsley’s Steven Fultz and Allendale’s Will Jensen in the first two rounds of consolation Friday. After being pinned by Saginaw Swan Valley’s Chris Theile in the consolation quarterfinals, Eaton lost a tough 6-4 decision to Richmond’s Casey Martin in overtime of the match for seventh. “I guess (I’m happy with eighth),” Eaton said. “I could have done better, but I still have next year. I plan on doing a lot better than this year. “I think with more experience and stuff I’ll keep getting better. If I keep getting better, I should keep doing better.” Lakewood’s other state qualifier, senior Mason Blackmer was 1-2 on the weekend in the 160-pound weight class. Delton Kellogg junior Jeff Bissett fell in his first two matches, 7-1 to Newaygo’s Austin Dingledine and 17-12 against Williamston’s Paul Sawaya. Blue Devil pressure too much for Vikes in semi’ by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Lakewood wanted to push the pace of play against its opponents all season long. At least, until Wednesday night. Gull Lake’s varsity girls’ basketball team earned a spot in Friday night’s Class B District Championship game, against Hastings, by scoring a 58-38 win over the Vikings at Charlotte High School. The Blue Devils overwhelmed the Vikings in the second half with their full-court pressure defense. Lakewood led 11-8 after one quarter, and was down just 24-16 at the half. “It’s just relentless pressure,” said Lakewood head coach Tal Thompson. “We played well early. In the first half we played really well. If we make a couple lay-ups in the first half, we’re going in tied.” He told his girls before the game that they didn’t want to try and run with the Blue Devils. “We can not play at their tempo. They want to play 12 to 14 girls, and in the second half your legs can’t keep up with them.” “You get beat up physically and mentally. The second half, they didn’t do anything different.” The Devils pushed their lead to double digits early in the third quarter, off a Viking turnover. Seven points was as close as the Vikings would get the rest of the evening, after a three by Kristin Hilley with three and a half minutes to play in the third quarter. Gull Lake ended the third quarter on a 7-0 run, then scored ten of the first 11 points of the fourth quarter to extend its lead to 51-28. While the Vikings turned the ball over 28 times, the Blue Devils only gave it up nine times and only three in the whole first half. Megan Grimes led the Blue Devils with 16 points. She had 11 in the third quarter as her team took control of the game. Tina Fisher added eight points, Abby Ahlet seven, and Alex Salamone six. Lakewood got 13 points from Emily Kutch, and 11 points and six rebounds from Anna Lynch. Hilley added five points and seven rebounds for Lakewood, and Madison King had three steals and three assists. The Vikings found small victories in the end. In the final 20 seconds, Thompson shouted for senior Dakota Spitzley to “attack, attack” from the corner of the court. She did, and completed a three-point play to close out the night’s scoring as Thompson pumped his fist on the sideline. Spitzley was one of just three seniors on the Viking roster this winter, along with Kati Kauffman and Jessica Hilley. “I’ve had as much fun, if not more, coaching this team as any I’ve ever had because of the growth,” Thompson said. Gull Lake improved to 22-0 on the season with the victory, while the Vikings end the year at 9-12. 4-Stage LAWN PROGRAM For The Beautiful Lawn You Expect A GREENER AND HEALTHIER LAWN STAGE 1 STAGE 2 Lawn Food with Crabgrass Preventer Apply in the late Spring. The Trimec in Weed & Feed provides postemergent control of dandelions as well as 24 other weeds. It also supplies the key nutrients for a healthy, lush lawn. Apply in early Spring before the soil temperature reaches 60 degrees F. The Vikings’ Cassie Thelen flips a pass over Gull Lake’s Abby Ahlert during the second half of Wednesday night's district semifinal at Charlotte. 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(Photo by Brett Bremer) CLIMAX OP Avenue • 269-746-4286 Serving The Community Since 1920 �Page 20 — Thursday, March 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Pederson runner-up at 140 pounds in Division 2 Marlette and Endsley earn first state medals The Saxons’ Colton Marlette (left) battles for control with Fenton’s Ty Wells during the third period of their consolation quarterfinal match at 215-pounds Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor “Almost,” said Hastings’ senior Gage Pederson as he shook his head. Pederson earned his second state medal with a second-place finish in Division 2’s 140-pound weight class over the weekend at the Individual State Finals at the Palace of Auburn Hills. Chelsea’s Dakota Cooley had three take downs and Pederson four escapes in their 140-pound championship match Saturday night, to score a 6-4 win. Pederson ends the season with a record of 50-3. “It’s going to take a few days to get that out of my system,” Pederson said. “I’m never okay with being the first loser. I haven’t lost since the beginning of the year, and it’s not something I like. It mellows you down quite a bit.” Pederson was one of four Saxons state qualifiers this year, and one of three Saxon state medallists. Senior Austin Endsley was eighth at 135 pounds, and junior Colton Marlette sixth at 215. Pederson started the tournament by pinning Vicksburg’s Mike Waldron 3 minutes and 36 seconds into their opening round match Thursday. Friday he knocked off Warren Woods-Tower’s John Popham 8-2 in the quar- Hastings’ Gage Pederson tries to avoid being taken down during the first period of his 140-pound championship match against Chelsea’s Dakota Cooley Saturday at the Individual State Finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) terfinals, and Reeths-Puffer’s Jake Connell 62 in the semifinals. The trip to the state championship match started well before Thursday for Pederson though. “I trained all the time, all summer I was training. I stayed in camps every weekend,” Pederson said. “You wrestle with other guys from other schools so you get a chance to see all the different styles and learn what you have to work on so you can strengthen those areas. “And you have to have heart.” The Saxons’ Austin Endsley (right) fights to keep Riverview’s Robbie Luciani from earning an escape in the second period of their 135-pound consolation final Saturday at the Palace of Auburn Hills. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Cooley likely did all that work too, and scored the only first period take down to take control of their championship match. He then chose the neutral position to start the second period. Pederson was a little disappointed he never got to work from the top position in the final. “He took me where he was best at,” Pederson said. Marlette won a pair of overtime decisions in his first two rounds of consolation, topping Kenowa Hills’ Brock Neeson 7-2 and then Fenton’s Ty Wells 10-8. In the consolation semifinals, Marlette was pinned by Marshall’s Dave Giese, then in the match for fifth place he fell to StevensvilleLakeshore’s Kyle Spear 7-4. As Marlette and Spear walked off the mat, Marlette said to him “you got me this time.” Marlette had started the tournament by topping Spear Thursday 5-3. Milan’s Sean Domas then topped Marlette 5-3 in the championship quarterfinals Friday. Endsley capped off a tough senior season by earning his first state medal as well. After securing a medal with a 4-3 win over Byron Center’s Nate Zick in the second round of consolation, Endsley didn’t know if he’d continue. “After the blood round and moving up the ladder, the shoulder (which has a torn rotator cuff and a partial separation) was really bugging me and it kept getting worse and worse. Going into the seventh and eighth place match I wasn’t even sure if I was going to wrestle or not.” He talked to his coach, Mike Goggins, who told him that he didn’t want him to have any regrets. Endsley kept going, but suffered a pair of defeats. He was downed 9-0 by ReethsPuffer’s Cody Stenberg, then was pinned by Riverview’s Robbie Luciani in the match for seventh place. The other Saxons state qualifier, Collin Ferguson, was 1-2 in his three matches in the 145-pound weight class. Thornapple Kellogg’s lone state qualifier, Donovan Scott was also 1-2, at 152 pounds. YMCA Standings YMCA Men’s A League Basketball Standings Woodland 9-1 FlexFab/Delton Pole Building 8-2 Head Bustas 7-3 Gunthorpe Plumbing 4-6 OAOOS 3-7 River Bend 3-7 Blarney Stone 2-8 YMCA Men’s B League Basketball Standings Hastings Family Dental 10-0 Blarney Stone 6-4 GoGo Auto 6-4 CamoFlauge 5-5 Blair Landscaping 4-6 FlexFab (Black and Blue) 4-6 FlexFab (Red and Black) 0-10 YMCA Women’s Volleyball League Standings MacLeod Chiropractic 45-3 TK Ladies 43-5 Aged Wisely 39-9 Trend Setters 29-19 Winebrenner Construction 23-25 La Bella Vida 20-28 Blarney Stone 18-30 Balls of Fury 11-37 Net Results 7-41 Edward Jones 4-44 YMCA Adult Dodgball Standings Team Flex 92 Ninja Beavers 90 Recess Bullies 84 MisFits 18 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-03-18.pdf 1a592765d130be376793b7907fb633cc PDF Text Text DK board, teachers ratify contract Get Michigan moving again Road race returns to Gun Lake See Story on Page 6 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 17 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 11 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, March 18, 2010 Several long-time teachers to retire from Hastings NEWS BRIEFS Taste of Barry County is tonight The public is invited to sample food from area restaurants and benefit the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of Barry County at the same time. The second annual Taste of Barry County will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. tonight (Thursday, March 18) at the Barry Expo Center on M-37 between Hastings and Middleville. Area restaurants will be providing samples of food from their menus in exchange for one or more tickets. Tickets will be sold for $1 each. BCD hosting election, workshop, luncheon The Barry Conservation District’s annual meeting and workshop is set for Saturday, March 20, at the Main Street Theatre and Good Time Pizza, both in Nashville. “Designing Your Waterfront Landscape” will offer guidance for shoreline landowners interested in landscaping with native plants and trees to protect shorelines and preserve water quality. The workshop will run from 9 to 11:15 a.m. at the theater house, 307 N. Main St. The workshop is free and open to everyone. Saturday marks the close of voting for the conservation district’s board. Vying for one four-year seat on the board are Gordon B. Barlow, Scott Hanshue and incumbent Dave Kietzmann. Election polls will be open through 4 p.m. Friday, March 19, at the district office in Hastings and again from 11:30 to noon at Good Time Pizza, 501 N. Main St., followed by a noon luncheon and award ceremony. A fee of $10 will be charged per person for the luncheon. Pre-registration is requested by calling 269-948-8056 ext. 3. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Hastings Board of Education Monday evening approved the personnel report that included the retirement of six teachers and one custodian who collectively have been with the district for more than 224 years. The following staff members will retire at the end of the school year: Charles Doe, elementary media at Northeastern and Southeastern, 38 years; Nancy Cottrell, high school business, 15 years; Paul Fulmer, high school physical education, 32 years; Steve Kaiser, high school science, 40 years; Paul McClurkin, high school maintenance, 23.5 years; Jean Syswerda, high school Spanish; 37 years; John Zawierucha, middle school science, 39 years. The personnel report alsp included the recall of custodians Robert Henry, Star Elementary and Isa Shultz, middle school; and the following appointments: Kevin Belson, substitute bus driver; Matthew Lipstraw, Community Education Recreation Center (CERC) lifeguard; Jessica McCrumb, CERC head lifeguard; and Christina Warner, Central Elementary food service II. Coaching assignments for the spring include Tiffany Blakely, middle school track; Steven Collins, middle school track; Benjamin Conklin, JV girls soccer; Melissa Daniels, freshman softball; Marshall Evans, varsity baseball; Paul Fulmer, varsity boys track; Douglas Griggs, varsity softball; Dawn Harding, JV softball; Jason Hoefler, freshman baseball; Stan Kirkendall, JV boys golf; Bruce Krueger, varsity boys golf; James Murphy, high school assistant track; Tim Newsted, middle school track; Melinda Nickels, high school assistant track; Julie Severns, varsity girls tennis; Melinda Shultz, middle school track; Jason Sixberry, JV baseball; Sarah Smith, varsity girls soccer; Brian Teed, varsity girls track; Ed von der Hoff, JV girls tennis. In other business, the board: • Accepted the following donations: $7,700 Forum to discuss DK student relocation A proposal to relocate third and fourth grade classes from Delton Kellogg Elementary School to the middle school will be discussed at a community forum Wednesday, March 24, beginning at 6:30 See NEWS BRIEFS, continued on page 2 travel study trips: Central Elementary fifth grade students to Greenfield Village, May 14; Northeastern Elementary fourth grade students to Greenfield Village May 26; Star Elementary fourth graders to Greenfield Village May 21, and Southeastern Elementary fifth graders to Greenfield Village May 14. • Heard from Satterlee regarding the proposal to offer Spanish 1 at the middle school to help students meet the new Michigan graduation requirement of two years of a foreign language. He said students could take one year of Spanish in either seventh or eighth grade and then begin Spanish II in high school. Satterlee further stated that due to dwindling enrollment, he felt that French would soon be phased out of the high school curriculum. Band Booster President and parent Kaylin Rhodes expressed concern that students and parents might not realize that there are options that would allow students to take both band and Spanish and still have the opportunity to take other co-curricular classes. United Way brings in more than $700,000 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Lani Forbes welcomed everyone to the Barry County Commission on Aging and the ‘Souper Celebration’ Friday, March 12, which marked the end of the successful fundraising campaign. This was the 74th annual victory celebration for the Barry County United Way, for which Forbes serves as executive director. She announced that the contributions this year, including those from other United Way agencies, the state employee campaign and federal employee campaign contributions are $540,837. “But that is not all,” she added. “So far, we have been awarded $169,300 in additional grants through state, federal and other foun- dations, bringing the total dollars that will be utilized in Barry County to $710,137. Organizers did not set a goal for the campaign, which kicked off last fall. The goal of the 200809 campaign was $550,000 which was met and then exceeded by more than $2,000. Soups and other foods were donated to the luncheon by the Cracked Pepper, County Seat, Fall Creek, Green Street Café, Mexican Connexion, Pizza Hut and Walldorff Brew Pub and Bistro restaurants. Forbes told the room full of soup lovers that, “Despite tough economic times, today we will celebrate the dedication and perseverance of Barry County businesses and the many individuals who make so many programs available in our community. Without Yankee Springs event planned for 50-plus group Barry County residents 50 and over are invited to attend March programs sponsored by the Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR). On Monday, March 22, George London, former DNR officer, will talk about the history of Yankee Springs and tell how it became a Michigan State Game Area. The program will run from 10 a.m. to noon at the Kellogg Community College Fehsenfeld Center on West Gun Lake Road/M-179. ILR’s spring luncheon will be at noon Friday, March 26, at the Barry County Courts and Law Building in Hastings. Barry County Prosecutor Tom Evans and County Commissioner Mike Bremer will be the featured speakers. Luncheon reservations must be made by March 24. For more information or to make reservations for these programs, call the KCC Fehsenfeld Center at 269-948-9500, ext. 2803. from the Hastings Athletic Boosters to be used for athletic supplies and equipment for spring sports; 20,000 sheets of copy paper, valued at $100, to Central Elementary School from the Viking Corporation; $480 from the Hastings Middle School Community Network to Hastings Middle School to be used to purchase an Elmo projector; $1,588 from the Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation to help defray the cost of several activities, trips and materials for students. • Accepted the resignations of middle school food service employee Susan Dickinson and CERC daycare child care substitute Jill Walther. • Heard information from Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee regarding the new board of education Web site which will feature contact information for board members including e-mail addresses and telephone numbers; a proposed textbook for Advanced Placement statistics. • Approved, in principle, the following these collective contributions, 34 programs would struggle to exist; kids would not have as many camping, leadership or healthy activity opportunities, families would struggle to get enough food and seniors would not have as many meals delivered or someone to check on them daily.” She reminded everyone, “All of you make the difference in so many lives through your contribution to Barry County United Way. By mid-summer, thanks to you, anyone in need of assistance of any social service program will be able to pick up the phone, dial 211 and be connected to the services that they need.” The audience responded to this news with a round of applause. Cort Collison, chair of the United Way board, presented some special awards. The Alexis De Toqueville Awards are given to corporations and individuals who contribute more than $10,000 to Barry County United Way. Dick Groos, and representatives from Hastings Mutual Insurance, Viking Corporation and Flexfab accepted the award this year. Collison then presented three special awards. These awards are based on the theme of the Live United Campaign, which is Give, Advocate and Volunteer. The Give Award was presented to Bradford White and United Auto Workers Local 1002. “Together the corporation and local have teamed up in a partnership they call Interest Based Bargaining,” said Collison. “What this means to the community is that everyone wins.” When the idea was presented to the compa- ny and the union for the Extreme Community Needs, Bradford White provided a semi truck, teamsters provided a driver and the local provided workers to help almost every weekend. Local 1002 also provides a monthly food assistance program at its union hall. Bradford White Corporation, for the past four years, has provided water heaters to Habitat for Humanity homes throughout the country. Over those same four years, the company also has committed to working with Barry County United Way on increasing participation not only in the Day of Caring but also in campaign contributions. The Middleville company had a 35 percent increase in its campaign this year. The award reads, “Giving frees us from the familiar territory of our own needs to the unexplained worlds occupied by the needs of others,” a quote from Barbara Bush. The Advocate Award was presented to Bosley Pharmacy. Referencing a quote from Ghandi, “Be the change you want to see in the world,” Collison explained, “Those at Bosley are committed to our community and changing things for the better in any way they can. When transportation became an issue, they started delivering prescriptions. When having dollars to get prescriptions became an issue, they provided information on how to get medications free or at a reduced price. Bosley has had 100 percent participation in their United Way campaign for as long as anyone can remember and participates in the background of just about every project that is undertaken in our community.” UNITED WAY, continued on page 3 Hastings school board recognizes Top 10 students Miss Delton 2010 and court ready to reign Delton royalty for 2010 are Miss Delton Chelsea Martin (center, seated), daughter of Barry and Catherine Martin; and (standing, from left) court members Meghan Boer, daughter of Pete and Michelle Boer; Kelsey Sofia, daughter of Bonnie Sofia; Chelsea Vincent, daughter of Larry and Rhonda Vincent; and Brianna Russell, daughter of Ryder and Shayne Russell. They were selected in a pageant last Thursday. Miss Delton is a 15 year old sophomore at Delton Kellogg High School. Besides reigning over the Delton Founders Festival Aug. 13-14, Miss Delton and her court participate in monthly community service projects and fundraisers during their year reign. The funds they raise will be given to an area service organization or charity of their choice. (Photo by Elaine Gilbert) Hastings High School Class of 2010 Top 10 graduating seniors are (front row, from left) Karissa Milleson, Abigail Worm, Katherine Ponsetto, Wendy Todd, (back row) Katelyn Graybill, Andrew Moore, Amanda Stenzelbarton, Pamela Franson and Matthew Feldpausch. Missing from photo is Zachary Bolthouse. �Page 2 — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner NEWS BRIEFS continued from front page p.m. at Delton Kellogg High School’s auditorium. Parents and community members alike are invited to attend. Scholarship deadline is April 1 The Mom’s Scholarship, awarded by the Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation, is intended to provide additional educational skills to help a Barry County mom in caring for her family. Eligibility requirements include that the recipient must be a Barry County resident, be a mother providing more than 50 percent of the financial support for her family and be planning to pursue or complete an approved college or vocational or technical course of study. The scholarship was established by family members in memory of Virginia (Hoover) Harrison Root, a long-time teacher in the Thornapple Kellogg school district. Applications must be completed by April 1 and can be filled out online at www.thornapplefoundation.org or www.barrycf.org. State vet urges pet, livestock vaccinations against rabies The Michigan Department of Agriculture’s (MDA) State Veterinarian Dr. Steven Halstead today urged Michigan citizens to be pro-active and have their pets and livestock vaccinated against rabies and other diseases after confirmation that a horse in Lapeer County, in the Thumb area, tested positive for rabies. “It is essential pet and livestock owners take steps to vaccinate against rabies and other diseases because of the possibility human exposure to the disease from interaction with infected horses, cattle, dogs, and cats,” said Halstead. “By working with their veterinarian, owners can take significant steps toward providing a safe and healthy environment for their families and animals.” A quarantine was issued on the Lapeer County horse farm and will be monitored by county animal control officers. Feral cats and any pet cat on the premises showing clinical signs consistent with rabies or with a history of biting someone within the previous 10 days will be tested. Six people, including the owner, trainer, and veterinarian, who may have been exposed to the rabid horse are receiving a series of preventative rabies shots. No other humans or animals are known to have been exposed at this time. This is the third case of rabies in Michigan thus far in 2010 — a skunk was found to be rabid in St. Clair County and a bat was found to be rabid in Kent County. A standard vaccination program for pets and livestock includes vaccinations required by law, along with vaccinations for diseases commonly found throughout the state. Licensed vaccines are also available for horses, cows, sheep and goats. “It is important to make sure animals attending fairs or exhibitions, field trials or shows receive additional vaccinations to protect against diseases they may be exposed to in group housing or stressful situations. Owners should consult their private veterinarian to develop an appropriate vaccination program specific for their animals,” Halstead said. State law requires ferrets and dogs be vaccinated against rabies by a licensed veterinarian. It is also important to make sure that cats kept indoors also be vaccinated since bats frequently get into homes exposing the cats. Halstead also recommended the following vaccinations: Horses — rabies, Eastern/Western equine encephalitis, tetanus and West Nile Virus; dogs — check for heartworm and intestinal parasites, along with vaccinations against canine distemper, parvovirus and adenovirus; cats — check for heartworm and internal parasites and vaccinations for rabies, herpes virus, calicivirus and panleukopenia. For more information on pet and livestock vaccination requirements, visit www.michigan.gov/mda. For the latest information on rabies visit www.michigan.gov/emergingdiseases. Hastings middle, high school students compete at state FFA convention Several Hastings students competed in FFA leadership contests against the top FFA members from across the state at the 82nd Michigan State FFA Convention on the campus of Michigan State University March 10 to 12. Ethan Haywood represented Hastings in the junior high public speaking contest and won a first place gold award with his speech on methane. The Hastings High School Parliamentary Procedure Team, consisting of Robert Endsley, Steven Endsley, Katie Endsley, Cassey Glumm, Zack Nurenberg, Andy Slocum, John Stanton and Branden Miller, competed in the semifinal round at the state level and received a silver award. Robert Endsley received his State FFA Degree and was a semifinalist in Star in Agricultural Placement. Several members performed in the State FFA Band and Choir during the three-day convention. Members of the band include Kyle Letot, Dena Letot and Brandy Gorodenski. State choir members are Nathan Ford, Luke Domke, Katie Endsley and Kyle Letot. Hastings students competed in the MSU Crop-o-Rama contest in the agronomic quiz bowl, soils judging contest and plant and weed identification contest. High school members were Tanner Roderick, Amber Pickard, Luke Domke, Corrie Osterink, Jon Gieseler, Cassidee Martin, Evan Shade, Kyle Letot, Dena Letot, Nathan Ford and Brandy Gorodenski. Middle school members competing were Alyssa Larsen, Ashley Stanton, Ethan Haywood, Austin Haywood, Zach Pennington, Alie Porter, Mitchel Philley and Lennon Gildea. Hastings Middle School Team 1, consisting of Austin Haywood, Ethan Haywood, Alyssa Larsen and Ashley Stanton won first place for both soil judging and crop and weed identification, with Ethan Haywood receiving first place individual in soils and second place individual for crop and weed identification, and Austin Haywood receiving third place individual for crop and weed identification. Hastings Middle School Team 2, comprised of Lennon Gildea, Zach Pennington, Mitchel Philley and Alie Porter, won first place in the agronomic quiz bowl, and Mitchel Philley received second place individual in soil judging. The Hastings High School team of Tanner Roderick, Amber Pickard, Luke Domke and Corrie Osterink placed second in the agronomic quiz bowl. The Hastings High School team of Brandy Gorodenski, Nathan Ford, Dena Letot and Kyle Letot received third place in the agronomic quiz bowl and third place in soil judging. Katie Endsley and Robert Endsley served as delegates and represented Hastings at the business sessions of the convention. The FFA organization aims to makes a difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for leadership, personal growth and career success through agriculture education. Michigan FFA State Parliamentary Procedure Team Semifinalists who won a silver award are (first row, from left) Steven Endsley, Cassey Glumm, Katie Endsley (second row) Zack Nurenberg, Branden Miller, John Stanton (third row) Andy Slocum, Robert Endsley. Members of the Hastings State FFA Band and Choir are (from left) Dena Letot, Brandy Gorodenski, Nathan Ford, Luke Domke, Kyle Letot and Katie Endsley. Hastings High School Crop-o-Rama Team 3 includes (from left) Evan Shade, Jon Gieseler and Cassidee Martin. Hastings High Crop-o-Rama Team 2, which took second place in the agronomic quiz bowl, includes (from left) Amber Pickard, Corrie Osterink, Luke Domke and Tanner Roderick. Hastings Middle School Crop-o-Rama Team 1, taking first place in soil judging and first crop and weed identification includes (from left) Ethan Haywood, Austin Haywood, Ashley Stanton and Alyssa Larsen. Ethan Haywood won a first place gold award in the State FFA Junior High Public Speaking contest. Hastings Middle School Crop-o-Rama Team 2, which took first place in the agronomic quiz bowl, is made up of (front, from left) Lennon Gildea, (back) Alie Porter, Zach Pennington and Mitchel Philley. Hastings High School Crop-o-Rama Team 1, which took third place in the quiz bowl and in soil judging, is comprised of (from left) Dena Letot, Kyle Letot, Nathan Ford and Brandy Gorodenski. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — Page 3 UNITED WAY ‘SOUPER’ CELEBRATION continued from page 1 The Volunteer Award was presented to Walker, Fluke and Sheldon PLC. “Find an event or an organization that needs volunteers, and you will find someone from Walker, Fluke and Sheldon involved,” said Collison. “For the last five years, they close their office to participate in Day of Caring. They hold a garage sale for Relay for Life, participate in the Christmas Angel Tree and donate many hours to not-for-profits doing accounting.” George Romney said, “The magnitude of our social problems will require that all citizens and institutions make a commitment to volunteering as a way of life and as a primary opportunity to create needed change.” Collison noted, “The quote is exemplified by the corporate attitude at Walker, Fluke and Sheldon.” At the end of the Souper Celebration, Forbes and Collison reminded everyone to mark their calendars on Sept. 16 for the kickoff of the next United Way Campaign. Members of this year’s public relations committee were Michelle Duits, Keith Murphy, Tammy Pennington, Jim Wincek and Patty Woods. Members of the campaign cabinet brought in 79 new business and residential donors. The cabinet included Lyn Briel, Pat Buckland, Chris Fluke, Dave Hatfield, Deb Hatfield, Christine Hiar, Liz Lenz, Rob Longstreet, Keith Murphy, Carl Schoessel, Karen Scoby, Dave Storms, Heidi Strimback, Donna Thomas, Linda Watson, Angela Wilburn, Carrie Wilgus and Patty Woods. This year’s Bronze award recipients had up to 30 percent participation or reached 25 to 49 percent of employee potential. Together they raised $130,854 toward the goal. Bronze award recipients included Barry Community Hospice, Barry County 911, Barry County Lumber, Barry County Road Commission, Barry County Sheriff Department, BCTGM Local 326, Dr. Michael Callton, CASA, Chemical Bank, Child Abuse Prevention Council of Barry County, City of Hastings, Delton Kellogg Schools, Dewey’s Auto Body, DMH Custom Dry Wall, Family Tree Medical, Flexfab/FHI, Food Bank of SCM, Goodrich Quality Theater, Hastings Area Schools, Hastings Fiberglass, Hastings Manufacturing, Hastings Pediatrics, Lakewood Public, McDonald’s of Hastings, Dr. Brian McKeown, McKeown and Kraii, Michigan State Police, Patten Monument, Pennock Hospital, United Steel Workers Local 5965 and Viking Corporation. The Silver Award contributors raised $25,832 through 31 to 50 percent participation, or 50 to 74 percent of employee potential. Silver Award contributors this year were These representatives accept Leadership Award certificates. Lani Forbes thanks everyone for helping make the 74th Barry County United Way campaign a success. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Receiving the special Volunteer Award was the firm of Walker, Fluke and Sheldon PLC. Pictured (from left) are Chris Fluke, Deb Hatfield and Cort Collison. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Receiving the special Give Award were Liz VanDussen of Bradford White and Margo Shafer of UAW 1002. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The Alexis De Toqueville Awards went to corporations and individuals who contribute more than $10,000 to Barry County United Way. Dick Groos and representatives from Hastings Mutual Insurance, Viking Corporation and Flexfab accepted this award. Pictured above are Kristy Domrowski, Dana Walter, Amy Pepper, Connie Ring, Mindy Shepler, Bill Rohr, Dick Groos and Dan Vrooman. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Cort Collison and Lani Forbes present Jody Peterson, representing Bosley Pharmacy, with the Advocate Award. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Financial, Thornapple Kellogg students, UAW Local 1002, Union Bank, Utility Workers of America Local 257, Walker, Fluke and Sheldon, Walldorff Brew Pub and Bistro and the YMCA. This year’s Leadership donors, those who personally gave $1,000 or more, are Joe Babiak, Chris and Kecia Ballentyne, Dave Baum, Dr. Larry and Lorrie Blair, Sheryl Lewis Blake, Garry and Melody Bowman, Danny and Lyn Briel, Gary and Mary Buckland, Dr. Troy and Kathy Carlson, Mark and Margaret Christiansen, Dave and Maggie Coleman, Cortney and Lisa Collison, Steve and Julie DeBoer, Doug and Margaret DeCamp, Jim and Judy DeCamp, Ken DeCamp, Matt DeCamp, Denise Denton, Dr. Paul DeWitt, Mike and Michelle Duits, Mike Dimond and Dr. Ebaugh, Robert and Nancy Eshelbrenner, Judge James and Sarah Fisher, Janis Fitzgerald, Chris and Laura Fluke, JD and Lani Forbes, Dr. Daniel Gole, Dorothy Gole, Florence Goodyear, Doug and Jan Hartough, David and Deb Hatfield, Rich and Joan Heffelbower, Dan Hill, Jim and Cindy Horton, John Jacobs, Jeffroe, Brad and Karin Johnson, Charles and Betsy Johnson, Kensinger and Alice Jones, Mark and Sue Kolanowski, Michael McLellen, Peter O’Brien, Preston and Barbara Parish, Chuck and Tammy Pennington, Mike and Lisa Pessetti, Daniel Piechnik, Bill Rohr, Carol Svihl, Cindy Teater, Brenda and Randy Teegardin, Mary Vliek, Cindy and Bob Vujea, Bill and Lisa Wallace, Dana Walters, Jerry Welsh, Doug and Robin Welton, Carrie and Don Wilgus, Jim Wincek, David and RoseAnne Woodliff and Patty Woods. For more information about the services offered through the Barry County United Way, contact Forbes at 269-945-4010. Representing those who won Gold Awards were Linda Boyce from the Gun Lake Winterfest committee, Michelle Skedgell from the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute and Deb Button from Hodges Jewelry. They were congratulated by Cort Collison. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The tables at the Barry County Community on Aging were filled with those enjoying soup at the Souper Celebration March 12. (Photo by Patricia Johns) These representatives received the Award of Excellence. Barry County Administration, Barry County Mental Health, Barry Eaton Health Department, Dr. Scott Bloom, Campbell Enterprises, Dr. Eldon and Pat Cassell, Dr. Diane Ebaugh, Fifth Third Bank, Gee and Longstreet, Hospital Purchasing Services, Johnson and Co., Progressive Building, TK Schools, Thornapple Manor, Thornapple Township, Dr. Wes VonSeggern, Dr. James Weatherhead and Whispering Pines. Gold Award participants had 51 to 70 percent participation, or 75 to 99 percent of employee potential, and together $25,211 was raised. Gold award participants were Awareness Home Funding, Barry County Real Estate, Barry County Telephone, Barry Intermediate School District, BCN Technical, Dan Valley Excavating, Defying Gravity, Dr. Paul DeWitt, Family Fare, Gerald R. Ford Boy Scouts, Dr. Daniel Gole, Dr. Glen Hahn, Hodges Jewelry, Dr. Jim Horton, Kellogg Community College, Maple Valley Pharmacy, Dr. Ken Merriman, Openings By JCD, Inc., Performance Plus, Pierce Foundation, Dr. Amy and Phil Poholski, Ponderosa, Quality Aluminum, Seidl Veterinary, Still Point Services, Swamp Fox, Thornapple Valley Credit Union, Tom’s Market, Tripp and Tagg, Troy Dalman Agency, Walmart, Williams Gores Funeral Home, Gun Lake Winterfrest Committee and Dr. David Woodliff. The Award of Excellence is given to those reaching 90 percent participation or 100 percent of employee potential. This group raised $206,222. These contributors were Barry Community Foundation, Barry County United Way, Big Brothers Big Sisters staff, Bosley Pharmacy, Bradford White, Buckland Insurance, Coleman Agency, Commission on Aging, Consumers Energy, Edward Jones Investment, Fall Creek Restaurant, Green Gables Haven, Hastings City Bank, Hastings Mutual Insurance, J-Ad Graphics, MainStreet Savings Bank, MSU Extension, Riverfront Receiving the special Give Award were Liz VanDussen of Bradford White and Margo Shafer of UAW 1002. (Photo by Patricia Johns) �Page 4 — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Let’s concentrate on getting Michigan moving again Red Cross is volunteer-run organization To the editor: This letter is written in response to the “Volunteers run the transportation service” letter to the editor, written by Keith W. Lawrence in the Feb. 25 Banner. The American Red Cross hopes this will serve to inform the community about the Red Cross and its organizational structures and services to help answer any questions or address any confusions. Since it was founded over 150 years ago, the American Red Cross has always been a volunteer-run organization. Along with the mission of the organization, the Red Cross operates under seven fundamental principles, including that of voluntary service. With the continued dedication and hard work of our more than 1,000 local volunteers, the local American Red Cross chapter is able to serve more than 60,000 people each year. With a paid staff of only 16 people, overseeing the Red Cross programs, services and fundraising for five counties with over 1 million residents, our chapter is 90 percent volunteer-driven. From administrative office workers to disaster relief responders, health and safety instructors and transportation drivers, the local Red Cross is able to serve our community because of the hard work of our local volunteers. This work is appreciated and honored by the organization and its staff. The dedication of our volunteers makes it possible for us to do our jobs in helping to serve the community. Because of the low operating costs, the Red Cross is proud that 91 cents of each dollar donated goes directly back into the programs and services we provide. The Barry County transportation service was begun and operates on a daily basis due to the wonderful work of volunteers in Barry County. The Red Cross furnishes the cars, gas and insurance, while volunteers take care of the driving and various daily tasks. The transportation service could not run without either equally necessary contribution. The paid staff in the transportation department consists of two individuals who oversee the scheduling, funding and other activities of the transportation services in Kent and Barry counties, which amount to nearly 22,500 rides each year. It is true that the volunteers help make these services possible; their desire to serve their community through the Red Cross is something we respect and celebrate. It’s not always easy work, and those who receive Red Cross programs and services can join us to attest to appreciation for the hours and efforts that our volunteers give. In his letter, Mr. Lawrence addressed the problem of volunteers who might “become ill or just burn out – I believe that the service would end, unless there is another like-minded volunteer out there in the woods.” While we hope to retain volunteers who are passionate about our mission, we understand that there come times when the journey must end. We respect these decisions and work hard to keep essential services running, even during interim periods of volunteer leadership. To become a volunteer in the Barry County office, call 269-818-0385. If you would like to get involved as a member of the Barry County council, contact the main chapter office at 616-456-8661. For more information about the programs and services of the American Red Cross of Greater Grand Rapids, visit www.redcrossggr.org. Cheryl Poel Bremer, CEO, American Red Cross of Greater Grand Rapids Isn’t county heritage worth a cup of coffee? To the editor: After the piece I wrote for ‘Memories of Charlton Park’ published in the Reminder, a lot of people have been asking questions concerning the park and the millage renewal. Some of the questions are in regard to how much this will raise taxes. This is a millage renewal and will not raise your taxes. For the price of a cup of coffee once a month, the average homeowner can preserve Barry County’s heritage for our children and grandchildren. That’s why passing this millage renewal is so important. Irving Charlton gave Barry County his total worldly possessions. Will we give back less than $12 per year? May 1 is Charlton Park Day. Come out and enjoy free food and free entertainment. The entire park will open that day for the season. There is no cost to the taxpayer since Barry County’s business community and private contributions pay the expenses. I want my grandchildren and great grandchildren to say as I did years ago, “I must come back here again.” Please vote “yes” on May 4. Shirley Barnum, Hastings Hastings Public Library weekly schedule Thursday, March 18 — winter reading club continues; Teen’s Pizza and Pages talk about Neil Shusterman’s Downsiders 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; Movie Memories, Gregory Peck in “Designing Woman,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 19 — pre-school story time “Stories of Bill Martin Jr.,” 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Saturday, March 20 — Anime Club, 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 23 — toddler story time, “Laugh at the Big Bad Wolf,” 10:30 to 11 a.m.; Great Decisions Discussion Group, 2 to 4 p.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m.; genealogy club meets, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 24 — Tween Boys’ COOL Computer class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information. There was good news in the numbers reported for Michigan. New claims for unemployment benefits fell last week to a seasonally adjusted 462,000, nearly matching analysts’ estimates. According to the Michigan Department of Labor, it was the second straight drop. Yet, economists seemed disappointed that the numbers we’re even lower. On the national front, President Obama is risking his entire presidency on getting health care passed in the next few days. Most Americans said they feel that jobs should have been the most important issue facing this country. They realize health care has its issues and changes are necessary, but we’ve spent nearly a year now while millions of Americans remain on the unemployment rolls. Plus, many business experts felt the 2,700 pages of legislation has contributed to the uncertainty for business, adding to the sluggish turnaround we hoped would be well underway by now. In Michigan, our next governor must hit the ground running — with a clear plan to put Michigan back on track as a great place to do business. Our state has a lot to offer, and with strong, determined leadership, we can create a better place to do business and return Michigan to powerhouse it was just a few years ago. It’s clear that growth in economic development doesn’t come from the presence of capital, natural resources and even skilled workers. It takes a psychological and motivated leadership willing to inspire the entrepreneurial spirits in the people around them; only then will we assure the economic expansion we hope to achieve. The new governor must concentrate on “any and all business expansion” — rather than looking for selected businesses. Government shouldn’t be in the business of picking winners and losers; it needs to concentrate on making the state’s business climate the best it can be for all businesses. The old manufacturers aren’t all gone; they’ve just been in the process of renewing themselves to compete in a new marketplace. Michigan has always had a strong agriculture industry that continues to grow despite economic conditions; we need to support additional growth. The auto industry and it’s supporting companies have been the foundation of our industrial sector, and though smaller, it remains a strong sector despite the industry’s problems. The next governor must be willing to work with government at all levels so it understands its responsibility in making Michigan the most competitive state in the nation — within months, not years — or we could remain in this slump. Jobs must be No. 1 from day one. Our next governor should make a list of the state’s business regulations and tax implications with plans to compare our rules of business to every neighboring state. The responsibility should be to evaluate our competitive advantages while measuring our disadvantages and then working with state legislators to make the changes necessary to make Michigan the best place to do business. Michigan offers a strong skilled work force, a history of higher education facilities offering research programs for business and industry, thousands of empty buildings ready to be filled with new production facilities and jobs, four seasons of family enjoyment with thousands of lakes and streams all over, not to mention the largest body of fresh water in the world. We’ve lost more than 1 million jobs in recent months, but that will change if we get serious about making Michigan No. 1 again. Some are calling for innovation and expanding entrepreneur business. These are all good ideas, but if we concentrate on making the state’s business climate the best it can be, we won’t have to worry where our next growth will come from, because that’s the kind of climate business and industrial leaders are seeking. As you look over the long list of gubernatorial candidates, don’t let politics determine your selection process. Concentrate on what the candidate has to offer. Look for experience, someone with a plan, a road map of a recovery program that can put Michigan on top again. Last week I offered a plan to turn Michigan’s rest stops into commercial sites, transferring the cost from state government to business interests. On Friday, I got a phone call from a state employee confirming the state spends nearly $12 million in maintenance at its state’s rest stops. He also said that my suggestion wouldn’t work because of federal transportation dollars received for the state’s highways. The federal transportation funds are specific on how the money can be used, plus it limits commercialization of rest stops, meaning we couldn’t turn one of our existing highways into a toll road unless we paid back the federal subsidies. That’s exactly what I’m talking about — we can’t accept the “itcan’t-be-done” mentality. If Michigan expects to be successful in our determination to bring business back, then we must find a way to change the rules of doing business. That’s the only thing that will put us back on top again. It’s time to take off the political armbands and work together to find a way to promote business and industrial expansion and attract jobs to Michigan — sooner rather than later. Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Leaders need to stop spending, wasting our money To the editor: Why do they not get it? Are you beginning to wonder, as I have, why our federal, state and local representatives just don’t seem to understand the gravity of the situation we all face in these financially stressful times? Like most, we have cut our expenses and adjusted our spending in line with our income. This is the reality that everyone who is financially responsible must face. Yes, even governments and elected officials. Times have changed. Incomes are down for almost everyone. Profits are down, tax revenues are down, employment is down, foreclousures are up. Why then do governments believe they can continue to fund programs that are not economically viable in these times? I ask you, why they continue to go to the well for additional revenues via increased taxes? Why don’t they cut the programs that do not pay for themselves? Why don’t they eliminate waste and reduce overhead? Is it because it is easier to continue to operate as usual? Why not examine the programs they have and determine what is really necessary and eliminate the waste that they know exists and expose the waste they find? Apparently, it is much easier to spend someone’s money other than your own. But it has become so easy to spend and throw money at everything without stopping and taking measure of the returns. What good does it do to Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. build new bike paths and scenic walkways when we cannot even repair our roads and bridges in a timely and effective manner? Are we brain dead or what? Whenever I see those little white buses running around Hastings, Charlotte and other towns with only one or two people on board and then pass another bus a few blocks away also running with less than 10 percent capacity, I get a glimpse of why we are where we are. Why is someone not examining the ridership, number of buses in fleet and the number of buses and drivers truly needed to service the area? This is just one area of local government, what about the state and federal level? Ever notice the amount of state vehicles sitting in the driveways of homes early on Friday afternoon? Yes I know the truth hurts, and I am not just pointing the finger at these two areas. They are examples of a few areas that need to be looked at as waste. Just remember what President Obama told us when he got elected. He was going to go through the budget line by line and eliminate anything that was not paying its way. I hope you did not hold your breath. Good luck. Why is it so difficult? Stop building, stop enlarging, examine what we have and adjust. Make every program pay its own way or downsize it until it does. If it cannot be justified, then eliminate it altogether. Is this really too much to expect? When I see young, able-bodied healthy-look- Let paved roads return to gravel? Some county road commissions are considering letting some paved roads in their counties go back to “unpaved.” Do you think this would be a good way for the Barry County Road Commission to save money? ing people buying items at the supermarket which are non-essential (cigarettes, lottery tickets, booze, etc.) with a government-supplied credit card, it burns me. That is the reality of where our government has taken us. I didn’t vote for this. Did you? No this is what they determined was best for us. We all might need help at sometime in our lives and if not, we are fortunate. But everything must be within reason, have logic behind it. I find little lately that tells me that our governing bodies are using logic when tackling the financial issues we all face. Seems like throwing money at the problem has been the easiest method in the past. Just look how well it has been working. Yes, I know this must sound like a rant. You are correct. I am sick and tired of the spend, spend, spend mentality. Wake up, leaders. Examine what you have, and if it is not working effectively and standing on its own merits, then modify it or get rid of it. We can no longer afford to spend trillions of dollars on wasteful programs that only benefit a small portion of the population at the expense of good, taxpaying, hard-working individuals in this country. Time to put on the other thinking cap. No, not the spending cap, the savings cap. Robert C. Taylor, Hastings The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Gordon Bennett, Middleville: “I think this would definitely depend on the road being considered. Mostly I am in favor of more paved roads, not fewer.” Jane Collins, Lake Odessa: “I would not like to see more gravel roads in the area. They are dirty and dusty.” Rod Kenyon, Middleville: “I think that the Barry County Road Commission should concentrate on paving more roads in the county.” Michelle Willette, Lake Odessa: “I don’t want to see more gravel roads. It makes more wear and tear on our cars, costing us more money in repairs. Plus, we’d have to get our cars washed more often.” Monte O’Dell, Vermontville: “It’s less expensive to maintain a gravel road, not that I want all the roads unpaved. I do not .” Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — Page 5 Hastings school board recognizes Top 10 students Monday evening, during its regular meeting, the Hastings Board of Education recognized the Top 10 graduating seniors for the Class of 2010. “We have an opportunity to recognize the academic Top 10 of the senior class, the Class of 2010. As I say every year, it is absolutely a privilege to be here to introduce our high school’s academic Top 10,” said Hastings High School Principal Tim Johnston said before he introduced each of the students to the board of education. “They are talented academically, of course, they have GPAs ranging from 3.8 to over 4.0; they also have many other skills and many other talents. They are very dedicated, committed, but most of all they are very wholesome kids and we are very proud of them.” Zachary Bolthouse is the son of John and Carol Bolthouse of Hastings. Bolthouse’s school activities include four years of soccer, serving as captain his senior year; participating in the Business Professionals of America (BPA) during his junior and senior years, earning first place in the BPA C++ Programming regional competition. His community activities include working at Barakel Camp, participating in the First Baptist Church youth group; and working at Ace Hardware. After graduation, Bolthouse plans to attend Full Sail University in Florida to major in video game development and video game programming. His long-range goals include working as a lead programmer or working independently, earning a master’s degree in game design, and working on a successful Triple A title game. Matthew Feldpausch is the son of Steve Feldpausch of Grand Rapids and Kelly Feldpausch of Hastings. Feldpausch’s school activities, achievements and awards include playing soccer for four years, three on varsity, receiving AllConference Honorable Mention as a junior and All-Conference, All-District, AllRegional, and All-State Honorable Mention as a senior; wrestling his freshman year with a 33-2 record earning him a varsity letter; playing baseball for four years; member of the BPA, this year qualifying for state competition in advanced accounting and the parliamentary procedure team event; Exchange Club Youth of the Month in November. His outside activities include wake boarding and surfing, fishing, golf, bow hunting, snowboarding and ice hockey. After graduation, Feldpausch plans to attend Northwood University where he will major in accounting. His long-range goal is to go into accounting. Pamela Franson is the daughter of Scott and Bridget Franson of Hastings. Franson’s high school activities include homecoming hall decorating. Outside activities include writing poetry, reading and owning and caring for a quarter horse. After graduation, she plans to attend Aquinas College where she will major in business administration. Her long-range goal is to own and manage an inn or small restaurant in, or near, Galena, Ill. Katelyn Graybill is the daughter of Dan and Sandy Graybill of Hastings. Graybill’s school activities, awards and achievements include two years of basketball; one year participating in the fall play; three years in Key Club; two years in the National Honor Society; earning a 1st Division rating in band solo and ensemble for four years; serving as a band section leader for three years; two years of choir; one year in the SWMVF Honors Choir; being named Exchange Club Student of the Month and Kiwanis Club Student of the Month. Her community activities include participating in her church youth group; serving as a worship leader on the church worship team; music and skit leader for vacation Bible school, and a camp counselor. In the fall, Graybill plans to attend Spring Arbor University where she will major in music education with a vocal emphasis. Karissa Milleson is the daughter of Brad and Venus Milleson of Hastings. Milleson’s school activities and awards include Key Club and soccer during her freshman year; SADD Club during her sophomore year; choir her freshman and sophomore years; National Honor Society her junior and Zachary Bolthouse senior years; MIHA Equestrian Club for four years, one year as captain, MVP two years, District Top 10 for three years and district champion for one year and team regional qualifier for three years. Milleson’s community activities include staring a charity program for the Barry County Animal Shelter and the Barry County Humane Society; serving as junior board member for the Barry County Humane Society; starting an afterschool tutoring program at Central Elementary; serving as president of a 4-H Club; attending early morning seminary (Bible study) before school for four years; serving as a church chorister and class president, participating in State and National Guild auditions for piano; and attending Kiwanis Leadership Camp. She has also participated in the MIHA State Youth Horse Show for four years, competed in the Pinto World Championship Horse Show in 2008, and is a member of the American Paint Horse Association and Pinto Horse Association. Malcontents affect good judgment 77544106 To the editor: A recent letter in this newspaper written by Lloyd Goyings attacks the leaders we elected in Prairieville Township. As a long-ago township supervisor, Mr. Goyings, of all people should know the difficulties a new worker has coming into an established office. Sounds to me like the malcontents of the recall committee have affected his sense of good judgment. So, lest some of our citizens accept his comments as fact, let me correct his misstatements. Mr. Goyings begins by asking “Is there sufficient justification for a recall election in Prairieville Township?” The answer of course is absolutely not! There isn’t one allegation in the recall petitions that merits consideration for a recall. His allegation that our township officials violated the open meetings act when they terminated Mark Doster indeed happened. But after an investigation by the Barry County Prosecutor in Hastings, a determination was made that their actions were unintended and they were issued a stern warning not to ever do it again. Anyone with common sense would not deem this procedural infraction worthy of the time and expenses to taxpayers for a recall election. To correct their procedures, the board members recently attended a Michigan Townships Association training workshop which addressed these very township policies and procedures specific to the Open Meetings and the Freedom of Information acts. Let’s get over it and get on with the people’s business. Goyings states that the supervisor should be able to make reasonable decisions regarding FOIA requests without legal counsel. Not all requests are forwarded for legal opinion, of course. But in some cases to do this without counsel is an open invitation for expensive lawsuits against the township. A citizen’s private information must be handled wisely and with confidentiality. Jim Stoneburner is a wise man and has pledged to serve and protect all of our citizens from just such a breach of confidence. The next accusation levied at the board is its “perpetual violation of the Open Meetings Act.” This is absurd. There has been only one violation by this board. To suggest that other meetings are held without proper notification and not conducted in accordance with the law is slanderous. This is none other than a political ploy of throwing out a juicy morsel of innuendo and then hoping that our citizens are stupid enough to take this bait. Mr. Goying’s accusation that the township board has “overridden the recommendations of the township planning and zoning commission without due process or merit” is another absolutely false statement. The board values the efforts and expertise of this commission. According to Rebecca Harvey, our township planning and zoning consultant, this has never happened. I have been a member of this planning and zoning commission for nine years, and I confirm her reply. There have been volunteered resignations in the township office this year. These have been with board regrets. None were asked to leave nor forced to leave. When new board leaders are elected, they bring some changes to the office operations. This is typical during a transitional period. This year’s changes also included a new computer system which allows the integration of the treasurer’s and assessor’s software and keeps our township running efficiently and in compliance with state requirements. At times like this, former team members can be resistant and hesitant to accept the resulting changes. Mr. Goyings states that the supervisor’s and clerk’s offices do not treat residents with respect. This again is baseless whining and mean-spiritedness. Our residents are treated with respect at all times. I have heard from many residents that the board and current staff are open and responsive to their needs. Lastly, Mr. Goyings again criticizes the board at length about the lack of supplies at the Island City EMS. The Island City EMS is a private business which is overseen and checked for violations by the Michigan Department of Community Health. It is not Mr. Stoneburner’s responsibility to go into an ambulance and count drug boxes, needles, and bandage supplies. Yes, the Michigan Department of Community Health did investigate the EMS procedures. When Supervisor Stoneburner was informed that the ambulance license was revoked and before the license was actually pulled, supervisors Stoneburner and Kahler from Barry Township worked to arrange coverage for both townships with a different ambulance service. Prairieville Township was always covered by emergency service. Again, at no time were township residents without ambulance service, and no one was medically compromised. After the new ambulance provider was arranged, supervisors Stoneburner and Kahler attended the hearings in Lansing where they discovered that the licensure problems with Island City EMS were related to company management and not the staff’s competence or incompetence. The EMS staff was found to be highly trained and competent. Both township supervisors were proactive and attended the licensure hearing so they could understand the issues involved and make informed decisions when selecting future ambulance providers. In conclusion, all of the allegations in Mr. Goying’s letter are baseless and serve only to discredit the current township board. If Supervisor Stoneburner was a coward – or if any of the board members were for that matter – they would have resigned admirably. Please use common sense and do not sign the recall petitions. Let the officials whom you elected continue to serve us. A regular general election is the best way to handle these grievances. Ken Eddy, chairperson Citizens for Common Sense in Prairieville Township In the fall, Milleson plans to attend either Brigham Young University or Utah State University where she will major in food science. He long-term goal is to excel in the field of food science and be actively involved in the food industry. Andrew Moore is the son of Rich and Margo Moore of Hastings. Moore’s school activities, awards and achievements include four years in marching, and concert band, serving as section leader for two years; jazz band for four years and being named to the Thornapple Arts Council AllStar Band his senior year; two years as a member of the Varsity Singers; participating in the winter musical for four years; four years of golf; two years as a member of the quiz bowl team; two years as a member of the National Honor Society, serving one year as president; and one year participating in the Science Olympiad. Moore’s community activities include participating in his church youth group doing lawn cleanup projects and building a porch, working in the church nursery and serving as a vacation Bible school teacher and aide, and Christmas caroling. His other activities and interests include golfing, biking, choral and instrumental music, attending concerts; detailing cars both as a hobby and as a job, and swimming. Moore plans to attend Olivet Nazarene University in the fall. He is undecided in his major but is interested in music, language, and psychology. His long-range goals are to succeed in whatever field he chooses, act as a role model and serve others. Katherine Ponsetto is the daughter of Mike and Sandy Ponsetto of Hastings. Ponsetto’s school activities, awards and achievements include four years on the varsity cross country team, serving as captain and earning All-County during her senior year; four years of varsity track; two years on student council, serving as sophomore class alderman and junior class secretary; the winter musical for three years; member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes her sophomore year; an alternate for the quiz bowl team for one year; member of the National Honor Society for two years; named a 2010 Scholar Athlete and Exchange Club Student of the Month. Her community activities include helping with vacation Bible school at both First Presbyterian and Hope United Methodist churches, helping to build a Habitat for Humanity House during the First Presbyterian Youth Mission trip in 2008, participating in the Thornapple Arts Council Summer Youth Theater for six years, one year as a director’s assistant, participating in the Urban Institute for Contemporary Art’s Art Works program, painting a mural in East Grand Rapids. Other interests and activities include reading, attending the theater, symphony and opera. After graduation, Ponsetto plans to attend Loyola University in Chicago where she will study art history. Her long-term goal is to earn a Ph.D. and work as a museum curator. Amanda Stenzelbarton is the daughter of Michelle Stenzelbarton of Hastings. Stenzelbarton’s school activities, achievements and awards include four years of band, three as drum major; four years of jazz band; pit orchestra for musical for four years; assisting band boosters for four years and serving on the band board for one year; solo and ensemble for four years, earning six 1st Division ratings and one 2nd Division rating; state solo and ensemble for three years earning four Division 1 ratings; three years in Excel Club, serving as secretary for one year; serving as a tutor for three years, National Honor Society for two years; one year in Key Club; and junior honor guard for one year. He community activities include participating in Relay for Life for four years; Adopt-aHighway for four years; volunteering at Hastings Public Library for three years; volunteering at local elementary schools for three years; Walk for Warmth, two years; and Red Ribbon Week, two years. In the fall, Stenzelbarton plans to attend Michigan Tech University to major in mathematics. Her long-rage gals include earning a master’s degree in mathematics and becoming a mathematician. Wendy Todd is the daughter of Joel and Monica Todd of Hastings. Todd’s school activities, awards and achievements include two years of band; three years in choir; winter musical for three years; four years on the swim team, serving as captain her senior year; two years of softball; and National Honor Society for two years. Her community activities include serving as the president of the teen advisory board at Hastings Public Library, serving as captain of the Hastings Swim Club for two years; volunteering as worship leader and nursery worker at her church; and volunteering at Pennock Hospital. Todd’s other interests include hunting, fishing, music and spending time with friends. After graduation Todd plans to attend Saginaw Valley State University to study nursing. Her long-range goals are to earn a bachelor of science degree in nursing and become a registered nurse specializing in oncology. Abigail Worm is the daughter of Kurt and Debbie Worm. Worm’s school activities awards and achievements include Interact Club for two years; Key Club, one year; Excel Club, two years; National Honor Society, two years; Exchange Club Student of the Month; and serving on the yearbook staff for two years Her community involvement includes various service activities with the Alpha Women’s Center, Scholastic book fairs, Hastings High School Alumni Association; and other activities associated with school clubs. Worm also works as a page at Hastings Public Library. In the fall, she plans to attend Northern Michigan University, where she has earned a full scholarship. She plans to major in zoology and possibly study Spanish. Her longrange goals include working hands-on at a zoo or wildlife refuge. She said she would really like to work with tigers and would like to be involved with educating the world about endangered animals. “As you can see, our academic Top 10 is what I feel is a true representative of the Class of 2010. They’re are involved in our school and they use their talents ” said Johnston in conclusion. “Students, you are a product of Hastings High School but you are also a product of your family and your community and we’re very proud of that. We want to congratulate you.” 07537016 Personal or business simple or complex tax preparation you can trust! 269-945-9452 Hastings - Ionia 616-522-0792 77544203 �Page 6 — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Delton Kellogg Schools, teachers ratify contract by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At its meeting Monday, the Delton Kellogg Board of Education ratified a contract between the district and its teachers. In an interview after the meeting, Sheryl Downer, finance director for the school system, explained that the contract expires Aug. 25 and details terms and conditions of the teachers’ employment. The previous contract under which Delton Kellogg operated expired Aug. 25, 2009, and primarily differs from the new contract in areas involving insurance, she added. According to Downer, the contract provides teachers with insurance through a plan offered by the Michigan Education Special Services Association titled Choices II. The plan provides teachers with medical, dental, vision and life insurance, she elaborated, adding that the cost of the plan for each teacher is almost $1,300 per month, down nearly $200. Under the previous contract, teachers were not responsible for paying insurance premiums, but the new contract requires teachers to pay $65 per month in premiums, she noted. Downer clarified that the plan incorporates a “PAK” feature, which basically allows the coverage and expenses of the plan to be shared equally amongst all teachers. She said teachers also will have to pay more for prescriptions under the new contract. They will have to pay $10 for generic prescriptions and $20 for brand-name prescriptions, up $5 and $10, respectively, from previously requirements, she said. Among other changes, Downer explained that medical care provided by the plan entails deductibles ranging from $100 to $200. The previous contract did not require teachers to pay deductibles for such care, she noted. According to Downer, the new contract does Worship Together… 77544117 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH The Fifth Sunday in Lent - March 21 - Worship 8:00 & 10:45; Sunday School 9:30; Passion play practice after Second Service; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. Wed. Worship March 24 - Supper at 6:00 - Worship 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover-grace.org. Rev. Mike Kemper. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday 9 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 11:30 Women’s Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Friday - 1 p.m. Memorial Service Dick Hargrove. Saturday - 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 B OSLEY 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 not include any salary increases for teachers. She explained that, while the average teacher at the school system operating under the previous contract earned annual compensation of approximately $91,600, that amount will be less for the current school year due to the concessions in the new contract. In other business during Monday’s meeting, the board heard a short presentation from Stewart Schofield, principal of Delton Kellogg High School, on additions and deletions to the class offerings for the school system’s 2010-11 year. Schofield explained that next school year’s class offerings for high school students will include additional English, automotive, art and guided study classes, in addition to a new math class that will allow students to complete an algebra II course over two years, instead of one. “This has come about as a result of the number of students that have struggled with algebra I, geometry, as well as algebra II,” he said of the new math class. According to Schofield, next school year’s class offerings for high school students also will feature either fewer or no computer-aided design classes, woodworking classes and life skills classes. The board also approved an agreement between Delton Kellogg Schools and Michael Merda for the sale of a vacant piece of property on Stoney Point Road, owned by the school system, for $27,000. Assistant Superintendent Paul Blacken, explained that while the property originally was considered for the site of a home to be built through the district’s building trades program, it eventually was deemed undesirable for such construction. “It allows us to get rid of that property, and, if we so choose, to use that money to buy another lot for the future,” he said. Steve Scoville, principal of Delton Kellogg Elementary School, also announced that three teams from the school system would go on to compete at the state Odyssey of the Mind competition because of their recent performances at an Odyssey of the Mind competition hosted by the district. Several field trips also were approved by the board, including a fifth grade trip to the Sherman Lake YMCA Outdoor Center April 17 to 21 and a sixth grade trip to Chicago scheduled for June 2. In addition, the board voted to hire several coaches for Delton Kellogg Schools’ spring sports season, including William Humphrey, varsity baseball; Rod Aukerman, junior varsity baseball; Tom Barton, assistant varsity baseball; and Chris Madill, assistant junior varsity baseball. Karmin Bourdo was hired as the games manager for Delton Kellogg Middle School. With regard to personnel, the board also acknowledged the planned retirement of Sharon Jones, secretary to the superintendent, effective July 1. High school students to take over capitol Twenty students from Hastings High School will close their lockers and head to the legislature for the YMCA Michigan Youth in Government high school conferences March 24 to 28 in Lansing. Students will hold mock legislative sessions in the House and Senate chambers and write, debate and vote on bills. “Youth in Government students often come up with innovative ideas that make Michigan a better place,” said executive director Brent Veysey. “It was Youth in Government students who developed the idea of a vertical driver’s license, which the department of state later implemented.” This year marks the 62nd anniversary of the program, which annually provides more than 1,600 students the opportunity to learn more about the governmental process. Michigan Youth in Government is a branch of the YMCA of Michigan. Its conferences provide hands-on learning of the state legislative and judicial process, as well as leadership development for students across the state in sixth to 12th grades. Area Obituaries Opal Mae (Forsythe) Rowley HASTINGS, MI - Opal Mae (Forsythe) Rowley, age 88, of Hastings, passed away Saturday, March 13, 2010 at her residence. She was born September 14, 1921 in Fulton County, Illinois, the daughter of William and Ruth (Mallott) Forsythe. Opal came to Hastings in 1939, she then married Merle Wayne Rowley on September 30, 1939. Opal's first job when she came to Hastings was with Dr. Gwynn as a nanny and housekeeper. She was also employed at Orchard Industries, Hastings Piston Ring, Hastings Aluminum Products, and Barry County Medical Care Facilty. Opal enjoyed spending time with her family and many friends, she also enjoyed crocheting, playing solitaire, knitting, and being active with her church family at the Church of the Nazarene in Hastings. She was proud to be a prayer chain leader. Opal was preceded in death by her parents, William and Ruth Forsythe; her husband of 58 years, Merle Wayne Rowley; a daughter, Loraine (Rowley) Barnum; and a son, Steven Wayne Rowley. Opal is survived by her son, Larry D. (Judy) Rowley of Wayland; son-in-law, James Barnum Jr. of Hastings; daughter-inlaw, Kathy Rowley Davis of Hastings; her grandchildren, Bob and Pam Rowley, Kerry Rowley (Rolly) Wilcox, Laura Rowley (Aaron) Pitsic, Jodi Rowley (Terry) Beard, Betty Barnum (Randy) Roush, James Barnum III, Kim Fay, Stacey Rowley (Chase) Youngs, Cherie Rowley (Verne) Robins, Matt (Keri) Rowley; 26 great-grandchildren, and four great-great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at the Girrbach Funeral Home with Pastor Dan Hathaway officiating. Burial was at Hastings Township Cemetery. Memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society, the Shriner's or charity of one's choice. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Ruth M. Czinder HASTINGS, MI - Ruth M. Czinder, age 98, passed away at Thornapple Manor in Hastings on Sunday, March 14, 2010. Ruth lived in Nunica and later Grand Rapids and Hastings. She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, John Sr.; sons, William and Arnold Czinder and grandson, Mark Czinder. Surviving are her sons, John Jr. (Pati) Czinder, Donald (Pat) Czinder; daughter-inlaw, Alma Czinder; 15 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Ruth will be held Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 1 p.m. at the Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. The family will receive relatives and friends Thursday, March 18, 2010 12 noon to 1 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com. Local project third so far in nationwide conservation contest The Thornapple River Watershed Council, in partnership with the Barry Conservation District, is one of eight national finalists to receive a $25,000 grant from MillerCoors brewing company and River Network, a national nonprofit organization working to preserve and restore clean and healthy waters, said Joanne Barnard, executive director of the Barry Conservation District Barnard noted that in order to win the grant the conservation district and the watershed council need help from the community. As of Wednesday morning, the local project was third in the vote count, with nearly 1,200 votes cast. Anyone may vote in the contest, regardless of where they live, but only one vote is allowed. “This is an online voting competition; the finalist with the most votes will win the $25,000 grant, while the runner-up will receive $15,000 and the third place winner will receive $5,000,” she said, noting that voting is open from March 1 to Friday, March 26. Grant money received by the conservation district and the watershed council will be used toward restoration and the agricultural demonstration project, which will work with a landowner along Quaker Brook, a degraded trout stream, to install riparian buffers and other water quality best-management practices as a demonstration for the Thornapple River Watershed. See the project summary at www.rivernetwork.org/millercoors-watershed-grants-2010-finalists-project-summaries. To cast votes for the project, supporters should log on to www.rivernetwork.org/forms/votemillercoorsgrantscontest2010 William H Bridgman HASTINGS, MI - William “Bill” H Bridgman, age 64, fell asleep in death on March 11, 2010 at Battle Creek Health Care Systems with loved ones at his side. The baby of the family, Bill was born on September 15, 1945 in Springfield, Ohio, to Harry and Hazel (Cain) Bridgman. On November 2, 1968, he was united in marriage to Susan K. Face. He enjoyed working as a design engineer for many years, but his first love was working on cars. Driving his tractor, cutting wood, playing euchre, and being with friends and family all brought a smile to his face. He will be remembered for his unpredictably quick wit, mischievous grin and the large part of his life that he devoted to his faith as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Bill is survived by his loving wife, Susan, of 41 years; three children, Joel Bridgman, Tammy (Jim) Perry, Leah Bridgman; and two grandchildren, Tyler and Bethany. He is survived by his three siblings, Bradley (Joy) of Huntington, OR, Gene (Gail) of Wauchula, FL, Jo Beth Bridleman, of Hastings and his cousin Betty Graham of Delton. A memorial service is to be held Saturday, March 20, 2010 at 4 p.m. at the local Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses located at 3550 W. M179 Hwy., Hastings, MI 49058. Arrangements are being handled by Laurer Funeral Home in Hastings. Muriel B. Pierce MENDON, MI - Muriel B. Pierce, age 73, of Mendon, went home to the Lord on Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at the Three Rivers Health Hospice Suite following a long illness. She was born in Manistique on May 12, 1936 the daughter of Howard and Bessie (Brown) Casteel. She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, George Dewey; and twobrothers, Harold Casteel and Ivan Casteel. Muriel is survived by her husband, Rev. Ward Pierce of Mendon, whom she married in 1966; two daughters, Melody Mitchell of White Cloud, and Michelle Robrahn (Dan) of Middleville; 11 grandchildren; brother, Harvey (Carolyn) Casteel of Manistique; sisters, Evelyn Sanchez of Geneva Hills, WI and Vivian Casteel of Burlington, WI; sisterin-law, Cheryl Casteel of Manistique; and numerous other relatives. She was a loving wife and mother, and served faithfully with her husband, Ward in the several churches to which they had been appointed. Muriel was a great and compassionate friend to all. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star and was a collector of angels. Visitation will be Monday, March 22, 2010 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon where there will be an Eastern Star ceremony at 8 p.m. Monday. There will be two memorial services. The first will be Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at 2 p.m. in the Mendon United Methodist Church. The second service will be Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at 11 a.m. in the Lakewood United Methodist Church in Lake Odessa with Rev. George Speas of the Sunfield Church of the Brethren, and John Waite officiating at both services. An interment of ashes will take place later Wednesday in Mesick. Memorial donations are suggested to any of the following United Methodist Churches: Mesick, Harrietta, Brethren, Lake City, Wesley Park of Wyoming, MI, Buchanan, Lakewood of Lake Odessa, Mendon, West Mendon, or to the United Methodist Committee on Relief. Cards and letters may be mailed to Rev. Ward Pierce, P.O. Box 308, Mendon, MI 49072 An online register is available, and condolences may be left at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com �Social News Wiltrout-Welter Richard Clark to celebrate 80th birthday Please join us for a SURPRISE open house luncheon to celebrate Richard (Dick) Clark’s 80th birthday on Sunday, March 21, 2010 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Main Street Savings Bank community room (lower level) located at 629 W. State St., Hastings. Dick was born on March 23, 1930 in Vermontville, MI and married Mert (Colvin) Clark on June 23, 1951. The party will be hosted by their four children Mike Clark, Vickie (Mike) Ward, Kathy (Tom) Pierce and Karen (Doug) Maiville and their seven grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Marriage Licenses Todd William Brunner, Hastings and Tiffany Renee Ireland, Eaton Rapids. Paul Robert Defouw, Middleville and Jill Ann Smith, Middleville. Troy John Kidder, Middleville and Tonya Lafern Coles, Middleville. Joshua Lewis Lull, Delton and Kortney Alexis Reyff, Wayland. John Adam Nesmith, Delton and Amberly Jo VanAvery, Delton. Jeffrey Troy Otto, Wayland and Kellie Ann Bennett, Shelbyville. William David Pelkey, Shelbyville and Amanda Elaine Hubbard, Shelbyville. Males to celebrate 20th wedding anniversary Julie and Cris Male celebrated their 20th anniversary on March 17, 2010. They have three boys. Newborn Babies Skylar Elizabeth, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 18, 2010 at 8:03 p.m. to Kimberly Morrison of Lake Odessa. Weighing 7 lbs. 2 ozs. and 18.5 inches long. ***** Angel Jean, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 23, 2010 at 12:54 a.m. to Mandy Drake of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 3 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Nolan Gerald, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 24, 2010 at 6:10 a.m. to Sarah and Toby Broughman of Middleville. Weighing 8 lbs. 7 ozs. and 22 inches long. ***** Layla Marie, born at Pennock Hospital on Feb. 25, 2010 at 2:09 a.m. to Kyle and Stephanie Erickson of Lake Odessa. Weighing 5 lbs. 13 ozs. and 19.5 inches long. ***** Kaylee June, born at Pennock Hospital on March 1, 2010 at 8:03 a.m. to Jan Maldonado and Duane Hyatt of Portland. Weighing 7 lbs. 1 oz. and 21 inches long. ***** Lillia Joy, born at Pennock Hospital on March 2, 2010 at 4 p.m. to Alyssa and Michael Hamilton of Nashville. Weighing 8 lbs. 0 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Raeann Aline, born at Pennock Hospital on March 3, 2010 at 12:55 p.m. to Casey Harshman and Sivan Mead of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 4 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Hanna Rose, born at Pennock Hospital on March 4, 2010 at 1:01 p.m. to Jessica and Alan Endsley of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 3.5 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Ayden Cale, born at Pennock Hospital on March 4, 2010 at 9 p.m. to Deanna and Myles Eldred of Hastings. Weighing 9 lbs. 9 ozs. and 21 inches long. ***** Lucy Kathleen, born at Pennock Hospital on March 5, 2010 at 10:46 a.m. to Matthew and Heather Schultz of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 9 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Areona Mariee, born at Pennock Hospital on March 6, 2010 at 10:20 p.m. to Jason and Tasha Allwardt of Nashville. Weighing 6 lbs. 7 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Conner Eugene, born at Pennock Hospital on March 8, 2010 at 5:09 p.m. to Rachelle and Bryon Lehman of Lake Odessa. Weighing 9 lbs. 2 ozs. and 21 inches long. ***** Bryce Warren, born at Pennock Hospital on March 9, 2010 at 3:10 p.m. to John and Samantha Harwood of Nashville. Weighing 7 lbs. 5 ozs. and 19 1/2 inches long. Commissioners interview candidates hoping to serve on boards Will discuss TOST ordinance next week by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Members of the Barry County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday as a committeeof-the-whole to determine possible courses when they meet next week as a legislative body. Much of the meeting was devoted to commissioners interviewing a number of people for positions on various boards. Several motions to later consider the appointments of some of those candidates were passed. Three people, Lynne Anderson, Don Bowers and Don Groendyk, were interviewed for positions on the board of directors for Barry County Community Mental Health Services, and all of them are to be considered for appointment to the board the next time the commissioners meet. Terms for members of the board of directors last three years. Groendyk previously was appointed to the board of directors in 2007. Barry County Community Mental Health Services exists to provide preventative care, treatment and rehabilitation to Barry County residents suffering from mental health issues. Anderson also was interviewed for a position with a three-year term limit on the county’s tax allocation board, however, she currently serves on Barry County Central Dispatch’s administrative board, and a statute prevents her from concurrently serving on both boards. County Administrator Michael Brown explained that the tax allocation board is responsible for determining how funds from millages are divided between area intermediate school districts, townships and the county. “There are seven mills that are distributed, that are available, and the allocation board determines what piece of the pie each of those three ... distinct units of government get,” he said. Two people, Sanford Burrill and Ron Koutz, were interviewed for a position with a three-year term limit on the county’s building authority board, and Burrill is to later be considered for appointment to the board. Brown explained that the building authority board only meets when needed and at the behest of the commissioners. “The purpose of the building authority is to oversee the construction of county facilities on your behalf,” he said to the commissioners. “... They primarily get involved when there is a project that’s large enough to require bonding ....” One person, Larry Neil, was interviewed for a position on the county’s agricultural preservation board, and he is to be considered for appointment to the board the next time the commissioners meet. Terms for members of the agricultural preservation board last three years. Neil previously was appointed to the agricultural preservation board in 2007. Neil explained that, in his view, the goal of the agricultural preservation board is to ensure the existence of open spaces in the county for future generations. “I really am interested in the preservation of agricultural land,” he said. “I feel like there will be that point in the future where we’ll need all the land that’s left.” In other business, the commissioners passed a motion to later vote on the possibility of allowing the county’s office of prosecuting attorney to spend nearly $22,000 on an electronic document management system produced by General Code to greatly reduce the amount of paper utilized by the office. “Basically, what this will allow us to do is get rid of about 99 percent of our paper products over time,” said Tom Evans, prosecuting attorney for the county. Describing some of the benefits of the system, Evans explained that it would allow for easier access to files, help to limit the possibility of destruction and loss of important documents and save space. Responding to a question by Craig Stolsonburg, vice chairman of the Barry County Board of Commissioners, Evans explained that he had not solicited bids for an electronic document management system from any company other than General Code, because of that company’s reputation and prevalence in Michigan. “It wouldn’t be exactly what we wanted,” he said of companies other than General Code that would submit bids. “This appears to be the gold standard for Michigan prosecutors.” According to Brown, guidelines that the commissioners operate under specify that purchases of the kind requested by Evans should be approved only after bids from all relevant providers are openly solicited. “This would fall above that threshold for a competitive bid,” he said. Because the commissioners did not require Evans to seek additional bids for an electronic document management system, Brown instructed them to note that they would supersede their guidelines in the motion made to later consider the purchase. Evans explained that approximately $17,500 of the funds to purchase the system would come from a “forfeiture” fund reserved for proceeds from the sale of merchandise confiscated as part of drug-related legal actions in the county. Approximately $3,500 would come from the county’s data processing fund, he added. Several commissioners recently have voiced concerns about the implementation of a regulation adopted by the Barry-Eaton District Health Department in 2007, and, during the portion of the meeting reserved for commissioners’ comments, the regulation once again was discussed. Titled “Regulations Governing On-site Sewage and On-site Water Supply System Evaluation and Maintenance in Barry and Eaton County, Michigan,” the regulation is more commonly known as the “time of sale or transfer ordinance” or TOST Ordinance. The regulation, among other things, establishes standards for the condition of septic tanks and wells attached to properties in the process of being sold or transferred. Even though the regulation reads, “It is not the intent of this regulation to cause existing functional systems, which do not meet current construction standards, and in the case of onsite water supply systems, which are not subject to contamination, to be brought into compliance with such standards,” several commissioners have worried that the regulation’s implementation does not reflect its intent. Chairman Robert Houtman announced that, in response to concerns, two opportunities, designed specifically for the public, for people to learn more about the regulation and voice their thoughts on it would be offered. He explained that Eric Pessell, director of environmental health for the health department, will appear at the commissioners’ meeting scheduled for March 23 to answer questions and take comments regarding the regulation. On March 25, the board responsible for overseeing the health department also will host a presentation on the regulation beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the offices of the health department, located at 330 W. Woodlawn Ave. in Hastings. When the commissioners next meet as a legislative body, they also are to vote on the following possible courses of action: • Inclusion of the county in the West Michigan Strategic Alliance, an organization that seeks to promote collaboration between area municipal governments. • Modifications to the rules governing the commissioners’ meetings. 77543295 Dan and Kathleen Wiltrout of Hastings announce the engagement of their daughter, Lisa Kathleen Wiltrout to Kyle Thomas Welter, son of Thomas and Veronica Welter of Bay City, MI. The bride-to-be is a 2000 graduate of Hastings High School and a 2005 graduate of Central Michigan University with a degree in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts. She is employed with Viking Group. The groom-to-be is a 1996 graduate of Bay City All Saints High School, a 2001 graduate of Grand Valley State University with a degree in Elementary Education, and a 2007 graduate of Saginaw Valley State University with a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership. He is employed as the Education Director for the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Holland. The couple is planning a September 4th wedding in Hastings. The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — Page 7 HASTINGS AREA SCHOOLS ANNOUNCES KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION REGISTRATION OF KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS (children must be 5 on or before December 1st) - for next school year will take place on Monday, March 29th from 8:30 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Wednesday, March 31st from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Star Elementary School, 1900 Star School Road. It is not necessary or advisable to bring your child at the time of registration. Parents will be asked to complete an information sheet and are asked to bring with them a copy of the child’s official birth certificate, immunization record, and verification of residency. The child’s social security number is also requested but not required. BY STATE LAW immunizations and vision and hearing testing must be completed before school attendance in the fall. At the time of registration, parents will also be given an appointment for a vision and hearing test. 77544171 �Page 8 — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa The next event at the Depot complex will be the annual doll and toy show March 27 and 28. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 28. The emphasis this year will be on trains. People are invited to bring in their prized toys and dolls for others to see. The setup time will be a week early on Friday, March 19. This means tomorrow afternoon is the best day to bring in any item you would like to share for the weekend. Hosts on Saturday will be Laurine Henry and Darla Forshey. Sunday, the hosts will be Kim and Dawn Deardorff. A benefit for Lakewood Habitat for Humanity will be held at Cunningham Acres Saturday, March 20. Light refreshments will start at 5:30 p.m. with lessons and line dancing starting at 5 p.m. This is being billed as Habitat Hoe-Down. Gifts will help to build house No. 8 for the Lakewood community. We read that weight restrictions are now in place for trucks on all paved roads until the soil is more stable than it is now. One never knows when he or she will encounter a washout or mud the width of the roadway, even on high spots, whereas the low spots may be quite stable. Miss Marion Griffin, who died Saturday, was employed in the 1950s and early 1960s at the Garlinger Market as a cashier. When the store was sold and new owners took over, she was no longer required there. Then she began years of employment at the Amway Corporation in Ada. She and her mother had lived in a tiny Lake Odessa house on Musgrove Highway. Then they moved into town. Alethians of Central United Methodist Church gathered Tuesday, March 9, in the church lounge for an afternoon meeting. The speaker was Howard Williams of St. Johns. He and others of Salem United Methodist Church at St. Johns were on a work mission, putting the finishing touches on a church building in Haiti when the earthquake struck. They could not complete their intended task, but left funds to pay for hired workers to do the work. The guest house in which they were staying was deemed unstable so they slept in the street the first night. Mr. Williams has gone to Haiti yearly for more than 30 years to work with Christian Service International. Alethian President John Gentner knew the speaker from having been on one of the Salem work camps to Biloxi, Miss., after a hurricane. Hostesses for the day were Helen Good and Holly Bandfield, both of Morrison Lake. The March meeting of the local historical society brought 28 members and visitors to hear Darwin Bennett’s story of the Algodon/Anway schoolhouse, which was first on the Clinton Trail and then located a mile north on the corner of Bliss and Clarksville roads, making the township conform to the custom of having a rural school two miles in every direction from another similar school. The Algodon post office moved according to who was the latest appointee as postmaster. It was at more than one spot on the Clinton Trail and on Bliss Road. Bennett’s list of teachers brought back memories for many of his listeners. One of the last teachers was Miss Lola Haller who was newly educated to be a teacher. The county genealogy society, which met Saturday, had 40 in attendance to hear Lori Fox of rural Portland delight her audience with her account of “what Grandma did on a typical day in the country.” Refreshments were served by Leora Stutes of Lansing and Bonnie Mattson. Saturday, Mach 20, Sebewa Center United Methodist Church will host its monthly dinner. The entree will be baked chicken. The warm days of last week brought melting of our snow pack. Only small pockets of snow remain. The warm days also had warm freezing nights and thawing days. We have promise of continued warm days this week and then a return to colder days and even more snow. Will our snowblowers get one more workout? Spring bulbs have put forth their green shoots in spots. It is time to do pruning on certain varieties of plants and vines, such as grapes, which require pruning before the sap begins to flow. United Methodists from the Lansing, Albion and Ann Arbor districts met in Albion Saturday to hear a visiting bishop from Missouri. He was an inspiring speaker. Lunch was served in the cafeteria of Albion College. Bank to present commercial lending seminar March 30 Hastings City Bank is offering a free seminar on commercial lending Tuesday, March 30, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the community room of Hastings City Bank, located at 150 W. Court St., Hastings. Rob Ranes, vice president commercial banking, will discuss conventional financing programs including downpayment requirements, collateralization, creative solutions to solve equity issues and an introduction of low down payment, lower-interest financing alter- natives. David Klooster, president of SBA Professionals, will review SBA 7a programs and how they can benefit a business, when this type of loan can be used, requirements, qualifications and exclusions from the program, as well as the effects of the stimulus package. Kelly Hutchings of the Michigan Certified Development Corporation will review the SBA 504 loan. A description of the loan type will be covered, as well as how this loan can be used. Bobbi Morrison will review the USDA Rural Development loan requirements and benefits, as well as how this loan is different from SBA loans. “This seminar will be of interest to business owners, as well as professionals that may have clients, considering financing or refinancing their business,” said Ranes. The seminar is offered free to the community. RSVPs are requested to 269-948-5579. 77544211 DELTON KELLOGG SCHOOL Where Learning Is Fun Delton Kellogg Elementary Pre-School Registration Parental Information Meeting March 23, 2010 6:00 PM Kindergarten Registration Pre-School Room ALL DAY EVERY DAY KINDERGARTEN Parental Information Meeting March 25, 2010 3:45 PM or 6:30 PM Paula in the Elementary Office will be accepting registrations starting at 6:00 PM. 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Main, Nashville • Quality Education for all Students 77544207 269-623-9275 ® The “ S t r etchi n g ” “Your repair dollars go further at” THISS AUTO Hastings “Save $$ on Quality Repairs” • Mechanical Repairs & Service $ 95 • Lube, Oil & Filter from 17 up to 5 qt. oil • • • • Brakes • Tires Save $$ Wheel Alignment from $3495 Shocks & Struts Save $$ A/C Recharge & Repair Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic • Collision & Auto Body Repair 77543076 Insurance or Customer Pay 2295 South M-37 Hwy., Hastings (269) 948-3387 07536792 Dennis Thiss, Owner Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply Sea changes bigger than tsunamis by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters In the mid-1800s, a smart geologist with a face as sharp as flint worked in the American Midwest. In those days, the “Midwest” was quite close to the frontier of the country. It took some guts and imagination to live out there, and maybe Charles Whittlesey had both in abundance — for he clearly saw evidence of dramatic climate change in riverbanks and hillsides around him. For Whittlesey, the Ice Age was evident in almost every field and ridge. Many geologists of the time were still skeptical of the new theory that Earth’s climate could change at all. It wasn’t easy to think that Mother Nature had once put the whole globe into a deep freeze, but my hero got on board with the program early. He argued (correctly) that much of the upper part of our country had once been buried under thick, glacial ice, and he did so by pointing to specific pieces of evidence he could describe and draw. That alone would make Whittlesey commendable in my book. He looked at good evidence, published as widely as he could at the time, and argued for his views. But this is what really impresses me: Despite the fact Whittlesey was living and working in the Midwest — pretty far from the ocean — he had the insight to see that the massive glaciers of the past must have changed global sea level drastically. Here’s the picture: During times of bitter cold in the past 2 million years, extensive ice sheets and major glaciers have formed in North America and Scandinavia. While those glaciers have been draped on the land, they have “locked up” a great deal of Earth’s waters. More and bigger glaciers meant lower and lower sea level in the Ice Age, a point Whittlesey deduced early. One of his estimates put sea level of the Ice Age as around 300 feet lower than today, a value that stands up well to current scientific data. With sea level hundreds of feet lower than it is now, brown bears (and people) could walk from Siberia to Alaska — and evidently did so, spreading down into North America. But climate naturally evolves on Earth, and the Ice Age came to its end in due time. When global temperatures shot upward into the warmth we enjoy in this epoch, the massive glaciers and ice sheet started to melt. Water that had been on land (as ice), flowed down into the seas. Ocean levels rose, and rose, and rose some more, an increase totaling hundreds of feet. But oddly enough, that’s not the end of the story. In some places — like Sweden and Hudson Bay — the land is rising out of the sea. In other words, in those places, local sea level has been falling even while global sea level has been rising. In Scandinavia and Hudson Bay, the evidence the sea is falling compared to the land can be found in the many old beaches that are high and dry on the land well above current sea level. These “raised beaches” show us the land is moving upward even faster than global sea level has been rising. But there are not raised beaches like these everywhere on Earth, only in places where (interestingly enough) major glaciers used to lie. Our hero was one geologist who had some insight on this issue, too. The ice sheets of the Ice Age were literally a couple miles thick and covered whole regions. When the Ice Age glaciers melted, their staggering weight was removed. Gradually, the land under the ice has moved upward — and is still doing so. The land in Hudson Bay and Scandinavia is headed higher and higher at a faster rate than global sea level. So local sea level where my herring-eating ancestors live in southern Sweden is dropping relative to land. Climate change on Earth guarantees that sea level can go up a whole lot in some places and down in others. Those are the realities with which people have adapted for a long time, and will doubtless have to do so again. Like climate itself, the only constant we geologists can see when it comes to sea level is change. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Sciences at Washington State University. HEEF Board grants $1,588 for educational programs to benefit Hastings students by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor A variety of requests from Hastings Area School System teachers were approved last week by the Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation Board to supplement educational enrichment programs not available through existing school district funding. The HEEF Board approved grants totaling $1,588 for educational opportunities for students. Projects receiving funding were: • The cost of Butterfly larvae kits for students to experience first-hand observation of the life cycle of butterflies in first grade classrooms at Northeastern, Southeastern, Star and Central elementary schools. • Busing costs for fourth and fifth grade classes at Northeastern, Southeastern and Star elementary schools to attend a matinee performance of Hastings High School’s spring musical, “Into the Woods” at Central Auditorium. • Transportation costs for four classes of kindergarten students to journey to Moo-ville in Nashville to learn about the basic workings of a dairy farm and tour a creamery at the site. • Bus transportation for nine classrooms of first grade students to travel to Impression 5 Science Center and Museum in Lansing. • Costs for busing for two second grade classrooms from Star School Elementary to visit Pennock Hospital in Hastings for a tour of the facility, learning about services Pennock provides to the local community. • Transportation costs for Northeastern third grade students to go to the Kalamazoo Air Museum where they will have a “hands on” class about “Why Airplanes Fly” and then experience the multi-sensory environment of the museum. • Expenses for transportation for ninth through twelfth grade choir students to have “a mass choral experience, combining 30 schools under the direction of a worldrenowned composer/conductor” at Miller Auditorium in Kalamazoo. HEEF was incorporated as a nonprofit organization in 1985 with the intent of extending the ‘margin of excellence,’ allowing the Hastings Area School System to take greater advantage of educational resources and activities for Hastings area students. Donations to HEEF are welcome yearround and make enrichment materials and activities possible. HEEF accepts gifts of any size and all donations are tax deductible. There are two ways to give. Checks may be made directly payable to HEEF to benefit special classroom projects and field trips, or checks may be made payable to the Barry Community Foundation, with a notation that it is to benefit the HEEF Fund. Gifts to the Community Foundation allow donors to take advantage of the Michigan Community Foundation Tax Credit, which amounts to 50 percent of the donation, up to a $400 gift from a couple. Please send checks to HEEF at 232 West Grand St., Hastings, Mich. 49058. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES with Esther Walton W.K. Kellogg Foundation is a practical organization (Part 1) Result of long study and helpful desire The following is from the June 2, 1938, Banner: The people of Barry County have for the past seven years seen the work of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, but they may have little idea of how large an institution it is and what it aims to accomplish. There appeared recently in an issue of a Battle Creek paper an article descriptive of that work, from which we are able to give some facts relative to the Foundation and what is is doing. The W.K. Kellogg Foundation was established June 19, 1930, and will soon be observing its eighth anniversary. It was established by W. K. Kellogg, the food manufacturer of Battle Creek, and has been endowed by him with assets amounting to $42,000,000, producing an annual income of about $1,600,000. The W.K. Kellogg Foundation was not the result of a sudden impulse or inspiration of Mr. Kellogg. He had always been interested in the welfare of children and had worked on the problems which the Foundation must meet and solve for several years before it was established. Mr. Kellogg is not a sentimentalist. His main desire has been to have the Foundation a practical, workable organization. The W.K. Kellogg Foundation is limited “to receiving and administering funds for the promotion of the welfare, comfort, health, care, education, feeding, clothing, shelter and safeguarding of children and youth.” Its $42,000,000 endowment has all been contributed by Mr. Kellogg himself. He has stipulated that it must be administered as a trust over which no one person shall have control. The spending of its funds is limited to certain specified objects. Before the Foundation was launched, Mr. Kellogg gave several public buildings to Battle Creek and the adjoining territory, aided hospitals, established camps for boys and helped youth-servicing groups to work out some of his ideas. When he became satisfied as to the scope of its work, he established the Foundation. He is especially interested in the health of children. He particularly desires to have rural boys and girls have much better educational advantages than they could have in ordinary rural schools and wishes to help them get more out of life by having better ideals and sound, healthy bodies. There are four general phases of the Foundation’s work: health promotion and research; building construction to carry out its program; a fellowship program; and a Michigan community health project. To carry out the first objective the Foundation appropriates $72,000 yearly to aid national health promotion and increase national interest in health projects. This money aids the University of Michigan and other institutions to specialize in health work. The building program so far carried out has meant the construction of 11 consolidated schools and three camps for the improvement of the physical condition of undernourished children. The Foundation has also made six additions to existing school buildings, has given large assistance to three hospitals and has established one children’s camp. The term “fellowship” as used in the third objective does not mean what it ordinarily does. That department of the Foundation furnishes opportunities for college students and graduates to obtain special training in the various types of health work carried on by the Foundation. Thirty sanitary engineering students were given a chance last year for such training under the direction of its established health agencies. These students came from as far away as New England and New Mexico. The Michigan Community Health Project consists of community programs, operating through legally constituted health departments in Allegan, Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Eaton Hillsdale and Van Buren counties. This is the largest activity of the Foundation, and its appropriation for that work for this year is $798,000. This work costs the Foundation $2.98 per capita in the seven counties, while the counties and the state pay only 13 cents per capita of the cost. Barry County, because it is so largely a rural county and was so near to Battle Creek, the headquarters of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, was selected as the first one in which to try out its plan. After watching the results of that work in this county, and with the knowledge gained in this county as to its requirements, the work was extended gradually to the other six counties. Now the work in the seven counties is coordinated under the direction of Dr. M. R. Kinde, who established the Barry County health unit here and carried it on successfully until he was given much more important responsibilities in the Foundation organization. There are serving under the seven county directors 150 sanitary engineers, family health counselors and other workers. (To be continued) Plan now for unexpected early retirement None of us can see what the future holds for us. But you have to make certain assumptions if you’re going to create a strategy for building the resources you’ll need for a comfortable retirement. But what happens when those assumptions prove unrealistic? Unfortunately, many people are wrestling with this very problem. Specifically, they plan to work until a certain age — but they leave the work force earlier. Obviously, this can have a big effect on a variety of other retirement income factors, such as the amount of money they need to put away each year while they’re still working and the age at which they should start collecting Social Security and begin tapping into their IRA, 401(k) and other retirement accounts. Just how big a problem is this? Consider the following statistics from the Employee Benefit Research Institute’s 2009 Retirement Confi-dence Survey: • Forty-seven percent of retirees left the work force earlier than planned. • Of that total, 42 percent did so because of health problems or disability, 34 percent left due to their employers’ downsizing or closure, and 18 percent left to care for a spouse or another family member. So here’s the bottom line: Even if you think you’re going to work until, say, 65, and you want to work until 65, you may be forced to quit at 62, 60 — or even younger. And during those years you won’t be working, you’re not just losing out on earned income — you’re also not contributing to your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan, and you might lose your ability to contribute to your IRA as well. At the same time, your retirement lifestyle expenses have begun earlier than you anticipated — and many people find that these costs aren’t much, if any, lower than the expenses they incurred while working. What can you do to help avoid coming up short of the income you’ll need during your retirement years? For one thing, don’t spend a lot of time focusing on those things you can’t control, such as downsizing or an unexpected health crisis or disability. Instead, concentrate on those factors over which you have power. Consider the following: • Maximize your contributions to your 401(k) and IRA. Each year, put as much as you can afford into your IRA and your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan. • Invest for growth. Include growth-oriented investments, such as stocks, in your balanced portfolio if appropriate for your objectives, risk tolerance and time horizon. While it’s true that growth vehicles will fluctuate in value, you can help reduce the effects of volatility by buying quality investments and holding them for the long term. • Create alternative plans. While you may want to construct an investment strategy based on retiring at a certain age, you’ll also want to come up with some alternative scenarios based on different retirement ages and corresponding differences in other factors, such as amounts invested in each year, rate of return, age at which you begin taking Social Security, and so on. A financial professional can help you develop these “hypotheticals.” You can’t predict the future. But you can at least help yourself prepare for those twists of fate that await you as you plan for retirement. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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In that incident, a 12-year-old girl had crossed the bridge to the north at around 4:45 p.m. and a man who was walking to the south exposed himself to her. The second incident occurred near the annex building of Central Elementary School. Three girls, aged 11 and 12, were talking when a man exposed himself to them as he walked past them to the north. The girls found an adult who called the police. The suspect was described as being in his 40s, 5 feet, 10 inches, weighing 180 pounds, with scruffy facial hair. In both incidents, he was said to be wearing a dark colored “silky,” running-type suit and athletic shoes. In the first incident, the suspect was wearing a white baseball hat, and in the second incident he was wearing a red baseball cap and a black hoodie, with the hood pulled over the hat. Based on composite drawings from both incidents, it appears the man could be the same suspect. Anyone with information about the incident or the suspect is asked to contact the Hastings Police Department at 269-945-5744 or Silent Observer at 800-310-9031. Maranda’s Park Party coming to Hastings in July This summer WOOD TV8/WOTV 4 children’s television personality Maranda will again visit six parks throughout West Michigan, including the Barry County Expo Center in Hastings, from noon until 2 p.m. Thursday, July 8. Organizers say the events are going to be “bigger and better than ever before.” Working in conjunction with local parks and recreation departments and city officials, park parties go to strategic geographic locations based on financial needs. “I’m thrilled that we are once again able to offer park parties to families in West Michigan. I know many appreciate the fact that it’s a day of free fun with no worries of cost or commitments,” said Maranda. “The fact that we’re bringing these events to two new communities this year is very exciting. City officials from both Hastings and Wyoming have been very welcoming and wonderful to work with. We’re looking forward to a great summer.” “The City of Hastings engaged Maranda to be considered for a park party. In considering how large of a draw we would be, we found out quickly that our parks may not be able to accommodate 5,000 plus efficiently,” said Hastings Community Development Director John Hart. “The last thing we would ever want to do is underplan and spoil an event based on logistics. This community has a great history with the Barry County Fairgrounds, now known as the Barry Expo Center; it made perfect sense to host it there. It is an amazing facility, a source of pride and a great success story. “The city is glad to help make the park party a reality. Our citizens are going to really enjoy themselves,” he added. “The city is assisting in the planning of the event and in providing support through staffing and provision equipment, etc. The Expo is also partnering in allowing us to have it on their grounds. They made a great effort to have us there while they are right in the middle of setting up for the fair.” For the past 16 years Maranda, has hosted free park parties around West Michigan. The concept is simple: everyone is invited and everything is free. In 2009, more than 40,000 kids and families attended park parties, enjoying an afternoon of fun in their own neighborhoods. The party is geared toward children and their families, there is no age limit. Activities include a picnic prior to the party, starting at 11:30 a.m.., where all children under 18 receive a free nutritious sack lunch courtesy of the Michigan Department of Education and Grand Rapids Public Schools. Other free snacks during the event include Cheez Kurlz, McDonald’s Apple Dippers and Country Fresh ice cream. Children can spend the afternoon conquering the climbing wall, riding a super slide, taking a spin on the Dixie Twister or enjoying activities and information provided by area nonprofit agencies. Stage entertainment will be provided by local children performers, and Maranda will have lots of giveaways. “This community cares deeply about its youth and citizens. I have never met a more engaged community (including the entire county) continually working collaboratively in many different arenas to support the wellbeing of their environment, its resources and its population,” said Hart. “It is because of this diligence and hard work that the community continues to grow and is an attractive place for all to live, work, play and invest in. This will be self-evident at the 2010 Maranda Park Party in Hastings.” Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 The Barry County Board of Commissioners 77543966 • NOTICE • The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Zoning Board of Appeals; applicants must not live in a city, village or Charter Township (Rutland, Hope, Prairieville, Yankee Springs, Hastings and Thornapple Township). Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; (269) 945-1284, and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 22, 2010. is seeking applicants to serve on the Mental Health Authority to represent the area of: “Family Member of Recipient.” Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; (269) 945-1284, and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 22, 2010. 77544081 SCHEDULE OF REGULAR MEETINGS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD 2010-2011 SEPTIC PUMPING SERVICE Charlton Park is taking bids for our 2010 septic pumping service. Needs: 1) Pumping 5 tanks Include the price per gallon or per 1000 gallons. All township meetings are held at the township hall unless otherwise noticed TOWNSHIP BOARD: Regular scheduled meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. unless otherwise posted. Submit written quote by April 8th, 2010 Historic Charlton Park 2545 S. Charlton Park Road Hastings, Michigan 49058 Attention: Tom Campbell Any questions call Tom at 269-580-3003 or 269-945-3775 Village, Museum & Recreation Area 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings, MI 49058-8102 www.charltonpark.org 77544111 77544120 April 14, 2010 May 12, 2010 June 9, 2010 July 14, 2010 August 11, 2010 September 8, 2010 October 13, 2010 November 10, 2010 December 8, 2010 January 12, 2011 February 9, 2011 March 9, 2011 �Page 10 — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Conservation easement for park to benefit bridge plan by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Village of Middleville council March 9 approved a conservation easement for Spring Park that will aid the Barry County Road Commission as it goes out for bids in the next phases of the Finkbeiner/Crane Road bridge plan. The project will connect Finkbeiner and Crane roads, north of the village, with a bridge over the Thornapple River. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment (DNRE) has issued a permit to the Barry County Road Commission (BCRC) for activities associated with a portion of the improvements to Finkbeiner Road which required wetland mitigation in the form of preservation of at least 5.4 acres of qualified, existing wetland. To that end, this Spring Park Conservation Easement management plan was prepared for submittal to and approval by the MDNRE. The conservation easement is necessary because the construction of the bridge over the Thornapple River will disturb slightly more than half an acre of wetlands. That halfacre, essentially, will be replaced about a mile away at the park on the village’s south side. In compliance with regulations, the conservation easement needs to be 10 times the size of the acreage disturbed. The Spring Park property is owned by and located in the Village of Middleville and consists of approximately 25 acres of land with about 13.8 acres of wetland habitat. The road commission, in cooperation with the village, has agreed to place approximately 7.2 acres of the park property, including 5.8 acres of existing wetlands into a conservation easement granted to the MDNRE. Attending Tuesday’s meeting were Brad Lamberg and Heather Smith from the road commission who discussed the process with members of the village council. Village Planner Geoff Moffat told the village council that the plan may have some costs to the village. The village also will be able to apply for some grants, as well, he said. A representative from Wilcox Professional Services LLC prepared the Spring Park Conservation Easement management plan 2010-13. The road commission and village will perform initial activities to preserve and manage wetlands on the property. Following completion of the initial preservation, the village will assume responsibility for preservation and management of the MDNRE conservation easement premises in accordance with the MDNRE-approved management plan. The village will secure an entity to serve in the capacity of a land steward that will provide oversight and stewarding of the protected preservation area after three years. The initial preservation and management activities will be completed by the road commission and the Village of Middleville. The 12-page management plan includes provisions for initial preservation and management activities and long-term manage- ment activities. Spring Park is currently utilized as a recreational park with paved access drive, gravel parking areas, a baseball field, picnic areas, a Frisbee golf course and path (fill/boardwalk) through the northern wetlands which extends from the recreational area to State Street. It is expected that public access will be maintained throughout the life of the conservation easement and management plan. Portions of the property consist of natural upland habitat while others consist of upland that has been created by filling historic wetlands, particularly in the vicinity of the gravel parking areas and baseball field. Approximately 13.8 acres of the park property consist of wetland habitat including some 3.5 acres of prairie fen and remnant prairie fen and .35 acres of remnant rich tamarack swamp. It is noted that prairie fen and rich tamarack swamp, commonly referred to as relict conifer swamp in historic versions of Michigan’s natural community classification, have been identified as “rare and imperiled wetland.” Once the conservation easement has been recorded, the following restrictions will be applied to the easement premises. These restrictions are consistent with the MDNRE model conservation easement document. There will be no: • Alteration of the topography. • Creation of paths, trails or roads except for the maintenance of the existing path through the northern wetland area as approved as part of this management plan. • The placement of fill material. • Dredging, removal or excavation of any soil or minerals. • Drainage of surface or groundwater. • Construction or placement of any structure except for the maintenance and potential replacement of the existing boardwalk and bridges through the northern wetland area as approved as part of this management plan. • Plowing, tilling, or cultivating the soils or vegetation. • Alteration or removal of vegetation, including the planting of non-native species. • Ranching; tilling; or cultivating the soils or vegetation. • Construction of unauthorized utility or petroleum lines. • Storage or disposal of garbage, trash, debris, abandoned equipment or accumulation of machinery or other waste materials, including accumulated vegetative debris such as grass clippings, leaves, yard waste, or other material collected and deposited from areas outside the easement premises. • Use or storage of off-road vehicles including snowmobiles, dune buggies, all-terrain vehicles and motorcycles. • Placement of billboards or signage, except as otherwise allowed in the permit or this management plan. • Use of the wetland for the dumping of untreated storm water at a volume that adversely impacts the hydrology of the wet- BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING (Truth in Budgeting) NOTICE The Woodland Township Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed township budget for fiscal year 2010-2011 at the Woodland Township Hall on Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection at the township offices. The Woodland Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon 7 days notice to the Woodland Township Board. Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Woodland Township Board by writing or calling the following: Cheryl Allen, Clerk 156 S. Main, Woodland, MI 48897 (269) 367-4915 77544047 CITY OF HASTINGS PUBLIC NOTICE land. • Cutting down, destroying or otherwise altering or removing trees, tree limbs, shrubs, or other vegetation, whether living or dead, except with the written permission of grantee, expressly for the removal of trees or limbs to eliminate danger to health and safety; to reduce a threat of infestation posed by diseased vegetation; to control non-native and invasive plant species that endanger the health of native species; or as otherwise provided in the MDNRE approved management plan for the conservation easement premises. The management plan will encourage longterm sustainable stewardship and shall consider control of non-native invasive species and may include burn techniques to ensure long-term viability of the wetland areas. The plan will manage property for passive recreation uses such as walking, environmental education and wildlife observation as long as such uses do not impair or destroy wetlands. The goal of the of the plan is to preserve existing wetlands, maintain site hydrology and restore historic hydrological conditions where feasible, maintain and increase floral diversity of wetlands and restore and increase areas of historic prairie fen and rich tamarack swamp on the Conservation easement premises. These goals will be achieved by implementing both initial preservation and management activities and long-term management activities. Wetlands at the park site within the conservation easement premises are under threat of Approximately 50 guests enjoyed the Barry County Chamber of Commerce afterhours event at Union Bank in Hastings March 11. While networking, visitors were treated to a spread of appetizers and other refreshments at the bank facility. Dan King of Union Bank said he was pleasantly surprised by the large turnout. “Andre [Barry County Chamber program and membership manager] called earlier on Thursday and said he expected about 30 guests, but by the end of the night, we had about 50 in attendance,” said King. “It was our pleasure to host such a large group.” Besides networking, a few patrons also explored their creative side by painting on a canvas, under the direction of Thornapple Arts Council Board member and artist Bob Brandt. The evening concluded with a couple of guests winning two drawings. The winner of the traditional after-hours Barry Buck certificate for $20 was Kathy Sheldon of Walker, Fluke and Sheldon PLC. State Rep. Rick Jones won a drawing for a $40 certificate to the Walldorff Brew Pub and Bistro, presented by Union Bank. Guests at the next after-hours event Thursday, April 8, will get a chance to be one of the first to see the new fireside banquet room at Bay Pointe Inn and Lakeside Resort. To become a member of the Barry County Chamber of Commerce or to RSVP for next month’s event, call 269-945-2454. Kim Smith of Dramatic Design receives some painting tips from Bob Brandt at the business after hours event sponsored by the Barry County Chamber of Commerce. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Bob Brandt shows off his most recent watercolor during the business after hours event March 11. (Photo by Patricia Johns) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. Noxious weeds and grasses more than eight (8) inches in height, dead bushes, bushes infested with dangerous insects and infectious diseases must be cut and removed from the property. Any owner who refuses to destroy and remove such material may be subject to a Civil Infraction and find, and the City or its designated representative may enter upon the land as many times as necessary, and destroy and remove such material and charge the cost to the property owner. A copy of the proposed Budget is available at Supervisors Residence located at 12660 Saddler Rd., Plainwell, MI 49080. This notice is posted in compliance with PA267 of 1976 as amended (Open meetings Act) MCLA 41.72a (2)(3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act. (ADA). Any expense incurred by the City shall be reimbursed by the owner of the land. Unrecovered costs shall be levied as a lien on the property and shall be collected against the property in the same manner as general taxes. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk BRIDGE PLAN, continued on page 16 Orangeville Township Board will hold a Public Hearing on the Proposed Budget for fiscal year 2010-2011 at the Township Hall, 7350 Lindsey Rd., Plainwell, MI 49080 on March 30, 2010 at 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that noxious weeds and vegetation as defined by Section 38-101 to Section 38-106, Division 4, Article II, Chapter 38 of the City of Hastings Code of Ordinances, as amended, not cut during the growing season of April 15, 2010 to October 15, 2010 may be cut by the City of Hastings or its designated representative, and the owner of the property shall be charged with the cost thereof. 77544022 wetlands. Approximately 1,100 lineal feet of fence will be installed. The existing fill path through wetlands on the north portion of the site will be removed to restore historic hydrology patterns, limit trampling in sensitive wetland areas and limit the presence of non-native invasive species in the wetlands. The fill will be removed using a small backhoe, with fill loaded into a trailer for disposal at an offsite location. Removal will begin at the north end of the fill path and proceed toward the south end. Work will be limited to areas within the width of the historic fill. After the fill has been removed, excavated areas will be backfilled with clean, organic topsoil to match the ground surface in the adjacent wetlands. These areas will then be seeded or planted with a mixture of native plant species characteristic of wet meadow, or fen, habitat obtained from a supplier within Michigan or similar eco-region. A permit application detailing the proposed fill path removal will be submitted to and approved by the MDNRE before the path is removed. Construction of a new boardwalk to replace the fill path is not necessarily planned as part of the initial activities. However, if additional funds can be secured by the time the fill path is removed, construction of a new boardwalk will be performed concurrent with removal of the fill path. If so, a permit application detailing the proposed fill path removal and new boardwalk construction will be submitted to Business after hours fills Union Bank in Hastings NOXIOUS WEEDS AND VEGETATION The City, through its Code Enforcement Officer, shall have the right to enter upon such lands for the purpose of cutting down, destroying, or removing noxious weeds or vegetation and shall not be liable in any action of trespass. impact from routine use of the park and associated recreation areas, particularly along wetland edges and portions of the existing fill path through the wetland area. Once the plan is in place there will be signage to inform users of the park of the limits of the protected areas or unique nature of the area and discourage trampling in the wetlands. A minimum of 15 signs is expected to be placed throughout the park. A vegetated buffer strip will be established around the existing wetlands to distinguish wetlands from the primary recreational use areas. A buffer strip is an isolation feature intended to provide distance between use areas and wetlands; it will not be a physical barrier that will preclude access. The buffer strip will vary in width between approximately five and 20 feet. The buffer strip will be evaluated for the presence of non-native invasive species. In areas where those species are present, they will be removed and the area planted with native species. Once established, buffer strips will not be mowed or otherwise disturbed unless necessary to maintain the presence of native species in the buffer and adjoining wetlands. The ball field will be reconfigured to pull the outfield fence toward the infield, away from wetlands. Once the ball field is reconfigured, a buffer will be established around the wetlands. A split-rail fence or other similar wood fence will be installed around portions of the wetlands and buffer adjacent to primary recreational use areas to limit access to the Serving up punch at the business after hours event at the Hastings branch of Union Bank are Darcy Welton (left), Becky Reid and Assistant Vice President of Sales and Marketing Todd Willoughby. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Americans With Disabilities Act, stating that if those with disabilities notify the clerk within 10 days prior to the meeting, accommodations will be furnished to satisfy such disabilities and allow meaningful attendance. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Clerk: Jennifer Goy at phone numbers: Office - 269-664-4522, Home - 269-664-4641. Thomas Rook Supervisor Orangeville Township 269-978-0804 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — Page 11 Weed control proposals for Podunk Lake rejected by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer The Rutland Charter Township Board held a public hearing March 10 on two proposals, each of which details plans to create a special assessment district that would facilitate funding for Professional Lake Management to treat Podunk Lake for weeds over the course of five years. The board voted 4-3 against the proposals. Treasurer Sandy Greenfield and trustees Dorothy Flint, Bill Hanshaw and Rob Lee formed the majority, while Supervisor Jim Carr, Clerk Robin Hawthorne and Trustee Brenda Bellmore cast the dissenting votes. PLM previously treated weeds at the lake from 2004 to 2008. While both proposals were discussed at a public hearing held by the board last month, several concerns were raised at that hearing by both board members and the public, and the board voted to address those concerns by postponing any decision on the proposals until last week’s hearing. One of the concerns raised in February was that the legal notices for that public hearing only referenced one of the proposals and not the other. The board’s consideration of the proposals was prompted by a petition in support of managing weeds at the lake, however, at least three attendees at the February public hearing said they were unaware of the petition having been circulated. Some board members also cited concerns about such a lack of LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Terry Lee Van Dyke and Monica B Van Dyke, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11750 Bass Rd, Middleville, MI 49333-8402. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544044 File # 314951F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Sharon Lynd, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 4054 Osborne Rd, Delton, MI 49046-9532. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544132 File # 314557F01 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Jack G. Nestell and Kathleen S. Nestell 6110 Robertson Road Middleville, MI 49333 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: March 18, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 280.7561 77544158 ASAP# 3486580 03/18/2010 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Stephanie B. Irelan and Mark A. Irelan 1977 Brookfield Drive Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: March 18, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 241.8521 77544160 ASAP# 3486581 03/18/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Amy J. Shannon, wife and husband and William J. Shannon, as joint tenants with right of survivorship, to Nationstar Mortgage, LLC FKA Centex Home Equity Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 7, 2005 and recorded June 15, 2005 in Instrument Number 1148121, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-Nine and 21/100 Dollars ($80,389.21) including interest at 6.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 1, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3, Block 9, Assessors Plat Number 3, of the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 11. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 426.1187 ASAP# 3467565 03/04/2010, 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010 77543787 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to David L Lafountaine and Sandra J Lafountaine, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6321 Marsh Rd, Shelbyville, MI 49344-9632. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 15, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 15, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544140 File # 315921F01 knowledge. In addition, some board members said that a postponement would give them desirable time to further review both proposals. As previously reported, the proposal that was noticed last month would have cost $54,900, while the other would have cost approximately $66,000. At the most recent public hearing, it was announced that the owners of six properties within the proposed special assessment district who had signed the petition no longer favored the type of weed control being considered. Carr explained that, while the owners of more than 50 percent of the property within the proposed district previously supported weed control, the changed favors of the owners of the six properties resulted in lack of a clear majority either for or against such management at the lake. The announcement of a clear majority no longer existing led the board to its vote on the proposals. Following the vote, some attendees complained about how the costs associated with preparing the proposed special assessment district would have to be shared by all members of Rutland Charter Township, not just those who would have directly benefited from the proposals, since the district would not exist to recoup those costs specifically from those people living on and around the lake. “I kind of don’t like it, as a township resident, that we may have to pay for part of the procedures going on here and legal costs,” said Pat Sharpe. Resident Joe Lyons echoed Sharpe, saying, “There’s taxpayers in this room and in this township that are footing the bill for that failed weed assessment. ... It really disturbs me.” In an interview Tuesday, Hawthorne explained that, as of March 1, costs associated with the proposed special assessment district, including attorney fees and legal notifications, totaled just over $4,000. After closing the public hearing, Carr urged the board to institute a more stringent policy regarding its involvement with weed control proposals that would help prevent the board LEGAL NOTICE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Antoinette Meyers, a seperated woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 14, 2005 and recorded January 25, 2005 in Instrument Number 1140662, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Two Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty-Seven and 38/100 Dollars ($62,727.38) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 15, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: a parcel of land consisting of about 1/2 acre situated in the Northeast corner of the following described land: all that part of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 21, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, lying North and East of Grand River Valley railroad. except: commencing at a point 5 chains West and 6 chains and 62 links South of the 1/8 post of the Northwest 1/4 of section 21, Town 3 North, Range 8 West; thence South 1 chain; thence South 39 1/4 degrees West 1 chain 71 links; thence North 44 1/2 degrees West 5 chains 5 1/2 links; thence South 74 degrees East 4 chains 80 links to the place of beginning. said parcel being conveyed is a parcel of land 15 rods North and South by 104 feet East and West, fronting on the center road. part of Lot 68 of Supervisor Glasgow's addition Number 2 to the City of Hastings. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 18, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 480075041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.3371 ASAP# 3485782 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010, 04/08/2010 77544142 from spending money on courses of action with uncertain support. As a result, the board voted 4-3 to adopt a policy requiring weed control proposals considered by the board to be supported by the owners of 65 percent of the properties within special assessment dis- tricts that would fund such proposals. Carr, Hawthorne and Bellmore cast the dissenting votes, expressing interest in requiring a lower percentage to support weed control proposals that could be considered by the board. Group formed to create partnership between community, schools by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Monday evening, the Hastings Board of Education heard a presentation from parents Kathy Carlson, Rob Longstreet and Angie Thornburgh regarding the new group they are forming Community Advocates for School Excellence (CASE). According to its mission statement, the organization’s purpose is to “provide a venue to facilitate and enhance a direct and open partnership between members of the community and the leadership of Hastings Area Schools. We will work systematically and cooperatively to enhance school improvement initiatives, improve community relations and foster a positive and progressive change for our schools.” The organization was formed in part to “give community members a voice and an opportunity to share ideas, ask questions, get answers and join together to improve our schools and community; to create an organization that can help expose, publicize and market the good things that happen in our community and our schools; to promote and encourage growth and opportunity for students.” CASE’s first meeting is slated for 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 31, in the multi-purpose room of Hastings Middle School. Examples of topics that may be discussed include: How to continue to provide students with learning opportunities even as budgets are being cut; improving parent and community involvement; how to showcase positive things that happen in school on a day-to-day basis; creation of a positive working partnership between parents, community and the schools and more. Anyone who is interested in promoting improvement process is encouraged to attend the meeting. For more information or to offer suggestions or comments, send an e-mail to CASEofHastings@gmail.com. STATE OF MICHIGAN OFFICE OF THE BARRY COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSIONER IN THE MATTER OF: McCLELLAND DRAIN NOTICE OF MEETING OF BOARD OF DETERMINATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Board of Determination will meet on Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. in the Woodland Township Hall, 156 S. Main Street, Woodland, Michigan, to hear all interested persons and evidence and to determine whether the drain to be known as the McClelland Drain is necessary and conducive to the public health, convenience and welfare of Woodland Township, in accordance with Section 72 of Act No. 40 PA 1956, as amended, and for the protection of the public health of Woodland Township. Proceedings conducted at this public hearing will be subject to the provisions of the Michigan Open Meetings Act. You are further notified that information regarding this meeting may be obtained from the Barry County Drain Commissioner. Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the meeting should contact the Barry County Administrator's Office at (269) 945-1284 or through the Michigan Relay Center at 1-800-649-3777 (TDD) at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting to request mobility, visual, hearing or other assistance. Minutes of the meeting will be on file in the Barry County Drain Commissioner's Office, 220 W. State Street, Hastings, Michigan. You are further notified that persons aggrieved by the decision of the Board of Determination may seek judicial review in the Circuit Court for the County of Barry within ten (10) days of the determination. DATED: March 18, 2010 Russell D. Yarger Barry County Drain Commissioner 220 W. State Street Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-1385 77544154 STATE OF MICHIGAN OFFICE OF THE BARRY COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSIONER IN THE MATTER OF: CHASE DRAIN NOTICE OF MEETING OF BOARD OF DETERMINATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Board of Determination will meet on Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. in the Woodland Township Hall, 156 S. Main Street, Woodland, Michigan, to hear all interested persons and evidence and to determine whether the drain to be known as the Chase Drain is necessary and conducive to the public health, convenience and welfare of Woodland and Castleton Townships, in accordance with Section 72 of Act No. 40 PA 1956, as amended, and for the protection of the public health of Woodland and Castleton Townships. Proceedings conducted at this public hearing will be subject to the provisions of the Michigan Open Meetings Act. You are further notified that information regarding this meeting may be obtained from the Barry County Drain Commissioner. Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in the meeting should contact the Barry County Administrator's Office at (269) 945-1284 or through the Michigan Relay Center at 1-800-649-3777 (TDD) at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting to request mobility, visual, hearing or other assistance. Minutes of the meeting will be on file in the Barry County Drain Commissioner's Office, 220 W. State Street, Hastings, Michigan. You are further notified that persons aggrieved by the decision of the Board of Determination may seek judicial review in the Circuit Court for the County of Barry within ten (10) days of the determination. DATED: March 18, 2010 Russell D. Yarger Barry County Drain Commissioner 220 W. State Street Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-1385 77544156 �Page 12 — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE OF CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate File No. 09-025456 DE In the matter of the estate of Nellie Anne Richards, date of birth, January 23, 1918. TO ALL CREDITORS: The decedent, Nellie Anne Richards, lived at 530 South Grove, Delton, Michigan and died October 3, 2009 at Thornapple Manor, Hastings, Michigan. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Anne M. Richards, named personal representative by the probate court at 206 West Court Street 302, Hastings, Michigan 49058 within 3 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: March 4, 2010 Anne M. Richards 530 South Grove Delton, Michigan 49046 (269) 623-2957 77543565 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael J. Rabbers, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 25, 2005 and recorded December 6, 2005 in Instrument Number 1157278, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by GMAC Mortgage, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Three Thousand One Hundred Eighty-One and 80/100 Dollars ($163,181.80) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West one-half of the East onehalf of the Northeast one-quarter of the Northwest one-quarter of Section 36, Town 1 North, Range 10 West, Prairieville Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 11, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 618.3705 ASAP# 3477188 03/11/2010, 77543991 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sherry L Lane, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 3, 2005, and recorded on May 6, 2005 in instrument 1146088, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Six Hundred Twenty-Nine And 69/100 Dollars ($122,629.69), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That Part of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes 50 seconds West 1321.65 feet along the South line of said Southwest 1/4; Thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds West 506.0 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of said Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning of this description; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds West 236.0 feet along said West line; thence South 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds East 427.53 feet; thence South 00 degrees 08 minutes 37 seconds East 236.0 feet; Thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds West 427.56 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to highway rightof-way over the Westerly 50 feet thereof. Also, that part of the East 1/2 of the southwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said section; thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds West 1321.65 feet along the south line of Said Southwest 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds West 742 feet along the West line of East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds West 236 feet along the West line; thence South 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds East 427.53 feet; thence South 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds East 236 feet; thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds West 427.53 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543553 File #287499F01 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Trust Goldie J. Moore Trust TO ALL CREDITORS: Notice to Creditors: Goldie J. Moore, who lived at 5678 Laura Dr., Shelbyville, MI 49344, died on April 29, 2009. Decedent left a living trust. There were no assets requiring probate. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against Goldie J. Moore on her living trust will be forever barred unless presented to the Co-trustees Laraine J. Haddad of 11800 Vedder Rd., Freeport, MI 49325 and Patricia A. Kenswil of 5678 Laura Dr., Shelbyville, MI 49344 within four months after the date of publication. Date: March 18, 2010 William M. Wright, attorney 1605 Pinecone Dr. Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-6325 Laraine J. Haddad, Co-trustee 11800 Vedder Rd. Freeport, MI 49325 (616) 765-3251 Patricia A. Kenswil 5768 Laura Dr. Shelbyville, MI 49344 77544199 (269) 664-5142 SYNOPSIS RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING MARCH 10, 2010-7:30 P.M. Regular meeting called to order and Pledge of Allegiance. Present: Flint, Greenfield, Bellmore, Hawthorne, Lee, Carr, Hanshaw. Absent: None. Approved the Agenda as presented. Approved the Consent Agenda as presented. Approved, by a 4 to 3 roll call vote, to close and forego the Special Assessment District public hearing for Podunk Lake Weed Control. Nominated Keith Murphy as the township representative for the 911 Administrative Position. Directed the Clerk to prepare a road resolution for the April meeting w/Supervisor Carr contacting the Road Commission for clarification of the road grading system. Approved, by a 4 to 3 roll call vote, to require 65% approval on all future petitions for Special Assessments. Meeting Adjourned at 9:18 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Attested to by, Jim Carr, Supervisor 77544197 www.rutlandtownship.org Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kevin Jon Neff and Jennifer M Neff, original mortgagor(s), to Bank of America, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 17, 2002, and recorded on September 20, 2002 in instrument 1087822, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred TwentyFive And 77/100 Dollars ($78,825.77), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 9, 10 and 11 in Block 7 Keeler Brothers Addition to the Village of Middleville, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543478 File #306898F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jacqueline L. Thompson, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to ICNB Mortgage Company, L.L.C., Mortgagee, dated April 3, 2004, and recorded on April 17, 2007 in instrument 1179379, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty And 64/100 Dollars ($68,980.64), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: North 1/2 of Lots 4 and 5, Block 8 of Dan Striker's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543450 File #306226F01 OneTimePubNotice Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dennis Campbell, Janis Campbell, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 20, 2007, and recorded on October 26, 2007 in instrument 200710260003482, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fifth Third Mortgage Company as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Three And 97/100 Dollars ($160,283.97), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as beginning at the intersection of the West line of said Section 27 and the North line of Highway (Bever Road) as it crosses the said Southwest 1/4 of said Section 27, thence East along the North line of said highway 20 rods, Thence North 16 rods for the place of beginning; Thence North parallel to the West line of said Section 27 to the East and West 1/4 line, Thence East 20 rods, Thence South parallel with the West Section line to the center line of Bever Road, Thence West 10 rods, Thence North 16 rods, Thence West 10 rods to the place of beginning. Also a parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as beginning at the intersection of the West line of said Section 27 and the North line of Highway (Bever Road) as it crosses the said Southwest 1/4 of said Section 27, Thence East along the North line of said highway 20 rods to the place of beginning; Thence continuing Easterly along the North line of said highway 10 rods, Thence North parallel to the West line of said Section 27, 16 rods, Thence Westerly parallel to the first mentioned course 10 rods, Thence South 16 rods to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543922 File #296538F01 OneTimePubNotice FORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Christopher B. Brownell and Christine M. Brownell, husband and wife of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to PNC Mortgage, a division of PNC Bank NA successor by merger to National City Mortgage, a division of National City Bank dated the 23rd day of February, A.D. 2007, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 5th day of March, A.D. 2007, in Instrument No. 1177100 of Barry Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $164,928.36 (one hundred sixty-four thousand nine hundred twenty-eight and 36/100) plus accrued interest at 6.750% (six point seven five zero) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 15th day of April, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Barry, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Township of Barry, County of Barry, Michigan: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 7, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, thence North 43 feet; thence East 452 feet; thence East 173.4 feet to the Southwesterly prolongation of the Southeasterly line of Kline Street; thence North 62 degrees 40 minutes East 30 feet along said Southeasterly line to the Northerly line of South Shore Drive; thence South 67 degrees East 100.0 feet along the Northerly line of South Shore Drive for the true place of beginning; thence North 47 degrees 41 minutes 30 seconds East 111.07 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 45.0 feet; thence North 40 degrees 30 minutes East 80.0 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 591.1 feet more or less to the Northerly line of South Shore Drive, formerly known as Myers Street; thence North 67 degrees West 635.7 feet more or less along said Northerly line, to the place of beginning. Commonly known as: 6808 South Shore Drive Parcel Number 08-03-007-043-10 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 18, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77544190 WWR# 10034794 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Joel Butler and Brandi Raymond (“Borrower”) to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 7650 North Ave, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of March 16, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after March 16, 2010. `Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. `If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. `Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. March 16, 2010. By: MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB 629 W State Street, 77544195 Hastings, MI 49058 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by GLEN L. GUERNSEY AKA GLEN L. GUERNSEY JR. and LISA GUERNSEY, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2003, and recorded on May 13, 2004, in Document No. 1127564, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Two Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Three Dollars and Eighty-Nine Cents ($132,283.89), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on April 15, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THE WEST 328.3 FEET OF THE WEST 1 / 2 OF THE NORTH 60 ACRES OF THE NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 23, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 15, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77544185 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT; ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW. ATTENTION POTENTIAL PURCHASERS AT FORECLOSURE SALE: In the case of resolution prior to or simultaneously with the aforementioned foreclosure sale, Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) may rescind this sale at any time prior to the end of the redemption period. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited to the return of your bid amount tendered at the sale, plus interest. Default having occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by April L. Monroe, ("Debtors") to Ionia Manufactured Housing, In, Country Homes of Ionia, dated February 18, 1998, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry in the State of Michigan on March 17, 1998, in Document Number 1008983, et. seq., said Mortgage being last assigned to Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) ("Green Tree"), by Mortgage Assignment dated March 2, 1998, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry in the State of Michigan on April 22, 1998, in Document Number 1010756, et. seq., on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due as of the date of this Notice the sum of $50,520.00, which amount may or may not be the entire indebtedness owed by Debtors to Green Tree together with interest at 8.75 percent per annum. NOW THEREFORE, Notice is hereby given that the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative and that pursuant to that power of sale and MCL 600.3201 et. seq., on April 1, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., on the East steps of the Circuit Court Building in Hastings, Michigan, that being the place for holding the Circuit Court and/or for conducting such foreclosure sales for the County of Barry, there will be offered at public sale, the premises, or some part thereof, described in said Mortgage as follows, to-wit: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF CASTLETON, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN, IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: THE WEST 300 FEET OF THE EAST 795 FEET OF THE NORTH 1075 FEET OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 10, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST. which also includes any interest Green Tree may have in the 1997 Four Seasons Mobile Home, Serial Number WD400055. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of sale unless the property is established to be abandoned pursuant to MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of sale or fifteen (15) days from the date the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(b) was posted and mailed. Dated: February 17, 2010 Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) By: DONALD A. BRANDT(P30183) BRANDT, FISHER, ALWARD & ROY, P.C. Attorneys for Green Tree 1241 E. Eighth Street, P.O. Box 5817 Traverse City, Michigan 49696-5817 (231) 941-9660 77543334 File No.: 6140.0758 Synopsis ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BUDGET WORKSHOP March 10, 2010 Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Supervisor Rook. All board members present. Also present: 14 guests. Approved DK Landscape for township maintenance. Approved DK Landscape for cemetery maintenance. Review of line items and revenue. Approved motion to adjourn. Meeting adjourned 8:55 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Jennifer Goy, Clerk Attested to by, Thomas Rook, Supervisor 77544129 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Vern Peck, a married man, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated April 11, 2008 and recorded April 17, 2008 in Instrument Number 20080417-0004200, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Four Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Eight and 65/100 Dollars ($104,868.65) including interest at 9.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 25, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 5, Whispering Pines Condominiums, a Condominium according to the Master Deed recorded as Instrument Number 1161230, and any amendments thereto, and designated as Barry County Subdivision Plan Number 46, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 25, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.6029 ASAP# 3459939 02/25/2010, 03/04/2010, 77543472 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dustin Huffman, an unmarried man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 6, 2007 and recorded September 12, 2007 in Instrument Number 20070912-0001941, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Three Thousand Forty-Seven and 51/100 Dollars ($243,047.51) including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the Southeasterly right-of-way line of M-43 which lies 2064 and 3/100ths feet due East and 337 and 3/100ths feet due South of the Northwest corner of said Section 32; thence South 63 degrees 2 minutes East, 68 feet; thence South 39 degrees 1 minute West, 126 and 25/100ths feet; thence North 65 degrees 0 minutes West, 76 and 50/100ths feet; thence North 41 degrees 45 minute West, 7 feet; thence North 47 degrees 16 minutes East, 47 and 48/100ths feet thence North 43 degrees 56 minutes East, 85 feet to the point of beginning. Also, beginning at a point on the Southeasterly right-of-way line of M-43 which lies 2096 and 6/100ths feet due East and 316 and 40/100ths feet due South of the Northwest corner of said Section 32; thence due East 55 and 77/100ths feet; thence South 15 degrees 44 minutes West, 59 and 5/100ths feet; thence North 63 degrees 2 minutes West, 68 feet; thence North 38 degrees 24 minutes East, 33 21/100ths feet to the point of beginning. TAXES ARE ASSESSED AS FOLLOWS: Beginning at a point on the Southeasterly right-of-way line of M-43 which lies 2064 and 3/100ths feet due East and 337 and 3/100ths feet due South of the Northwest corner of said Section 32; thence South 63 degrees 2 minutes East, 68 feet; thence South 39 degrees 1 minute West, 126 and 25/100ths feet; thence North 65 degrees 0 minutes West, 76 and 50/100ths feet; thence North 41 degrees 45 minute West, 7 feet; thence North 47 degrees 16 minutes East, 47 and 48/100ths feet thence North 43 degrees 56 minutes East, 85 feet to the point of beginning. Also, beginning at a point on the Southeasterly right-of-way line of M-43 which lies 2090 and 6/100ths feet due East and 316 and 40/100ths feet due South of the Northwest corner of said Section 32; thence due East 55 and 77/100ths feet; thence South 15 degrees 44 minutes West, 59 and 5/100ths feet; thence North 63 degrees 2 minutes West, 68 feet; thence North 38 degrees 24 minutes East, 33 21/100ths feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 11, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.5135 ASAP# 3477171 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010 77543996 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — Page 13 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Travis, a married man and his wife Sammie Lynne Travis, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 17, 2008, and recorded on January 24, 2008 in instrument 200801240000708, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Six Hundred Sixteen And 20/100 Dollars ($121,616.20), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1260 of the city, formerly village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #307904F01 77543797 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert H. Munjoy II, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 9, 2002 and recorded September 18, 2002 in Instrument Number 1087657, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Five Thousand Two Hundred One and 22/100 Dollars ($55,201.22) including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 1, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Township of Thornapple; Part of the Southeast fractional 1/4 of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West described as: Commencing at a point on the East line of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, distant 575.0 feet North of the Southeast corner of said section; thence North along the East line 225.0 feet; thence West 375.0 feet thence South 225.0 feet; thence East 375.0 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to easement over the East 33.0 feet for public highway purposes. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 241.8297 ASAP# 3467553 03/04/2010, 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lisa Palmitier and Dale Palmitier, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to M&I Bank FSB, Mortgagee, dated August 27, 2007, and recorded on September 10, 2007 in instrument 200709100001822, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-One Thousand One Hundred Forty-One And 83/100 Dollars ($191,141.83), including interest at 7.7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 19, Sandy Knolls, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of plats, on Page 59. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543928 File #308610F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William E. Bush Sr., a single man, original mortgagor(s), to B&P Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated May 13, 1998, and recorded on May 19, 1998 in instrument 1012190, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BankBoston, N.A. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-One And 64/100 Dollars ($70,851.64), including interest at 9.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 9 of Culbert Plat No. 1, and a driveway easement across the East end of Lot 8 according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 19 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543757 File #305039F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Marguerite Benjamin, unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to The Huntington National Bank, Mortgagee, dated July 10, 1999, and recorded on July 26, 1999 in instrument 1033000, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Two Thousand Eighteen And 99/100 Dollars ($22,018.99), including interest at 3.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 49, 50 and Southwest 1/2 of Lot 53, Roseland Park, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 2 of Plats, on Page 42, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544123 File #060926F04 77543782 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott K. Pearson, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 9, 2005, and recorded on June 17, 2005 in instrument 1148217, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Thirteen And 51/100 Dollars ($96,913.51), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 58 feet off and from the Northside of the South one half of Lots 1012 and 1013 of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof subject to easements, reservations, restrictions and limitations of record, if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543392 File #290225F03 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage executed on November 8, 2007 by Russell J. Knisely, a single man, to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on November 15, 2007, in Instrument No. 2007115-0004222 [the “Mortgage”], on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of Seventy Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty Eight and 31/100 Dollars ($79,958.15), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale having become operative by reason on the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 15, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., at the Barry Courthouse located at 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, or the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan described in the Mortgage as follows: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 36, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, being at a point on Hammond Road which lies due West 1320.68 feet and North 00 degrees 31 minutes East 234 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section 36; thence North 00 degrees 31 minutes East 202 feet; thence due East 217.80 feet; thence South 00 degrees 31 minutes West 202 feet; thence due West 217.80 feet to the point of beginning. Commonly known as 2052 Hammond Road, Hastings, Michigan. The length of redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of the sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with Michigan law, in which case the redemption period shall be shortened accordingly. Dated: March 18, 2010 PURKEY & ASSOCIATES, PLC Attorneys for MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Lori L. Purkey, Esq. 2251 East Paris Avenue, SE, Suite B 77544162 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rye H. Eggerstedt, an unmaried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 22, 2002, and recorded on August 2, 2002 in instrument 1084820, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Three And 73/100 Dollars ($65,703.73), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 69 rods South of the Northeast corner of the South 1/2 of the North 1/2 of Section 4, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, for beginning; thence West 27 rods; thence North 6 rods; thence East 27 rods; thence South 6 rods to beginning. Subject to an easement across the South 1 rods thereof, except that part deeded to the Michigan State Highway commission in Liber 308 on Page 344. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543952 File #308789F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Meggan K. Miller and Robert J. Miller, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 30, 2007, and recorded on February 1, 2007 in instrument 1175921, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2007 Securitized Asset-Backed Receivables LLC Trust 2007-BR5 Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007BR5 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Six And 49/100 Dollars ($139,486.49), including interest at 8.425% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 400 feet of the North 544 feet 6 Inches of the South 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of section 15, Town 4 North, Range 7 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544003 File #220737F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Melody J. Fetzer and Richard Fetzer, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated July 18, 2005, and recorded on August 22, 2005 in instrument 1151474, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Structured Asset Securities Corporation, Series 2005-AR1 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Four Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Five And 82/100 Dollars ($442,565.82), including interest at 7.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 40 feet of Lot 78, Parker's Lakewood Plat No. 1, Section 30, Yankee Springs Township, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 82. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543863 File #306775F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE: Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage by Timothy E. Allwardt and Lucinda D. Allwardt, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Kellogg Community Federal Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated March 18, 2008, and recorded on March 28, 2008, at Instrument No. 1143251, in Barry County records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty Thousand Five Hundred Eighty and 87/100 ($20,580.87), including interest at 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the lobby of the Barry County Circuit Court Building, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 1, 2010. Said premises is situated in the Village of Nashville, County of Barry, Michigan, and described as: Lots 42 and 43 and the North 12 feet of lot 41 of O.A. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof. PPN: 08-52-180-000-043-00 More Commonly Known As: 418 Phillips St., Nashville, MI 49073 The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 23, 2010 For more information, please call: KELLOGG COMMUNITY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Mark D. Hofstee (P66001) Bolhouse, Vander Hulst, Risko, Baar & Lefere, P.C. Grandville State Bank Building 3996 Chicago Drive SW Grandville MI 49418-1384 77543504 (616) 531-7711 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Russell M. Peasley, a married man, to Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis, Mortgagee, dated November 19, 2004 and recorded December 15, 2004 in Instrument Number 1138757, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Nine Hundred NinetyNine and 83/100 Dollars ($107,999.83) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MARCH 25, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest one-quarter of Section 25, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of said Section 25, distant North 00 degrees 16 minutes 09 seconds East 931.62 feet from the Southwest corner of said Section 25; thence North 00 degrees 16 minutes 09 seconds East 220.00 feet along said West Section line; thence North 88 degrees 38 minutes 54 seconds East 650.32 feet; thence South 00 degrees 41 minutes 27 seconds West 220.05 feet; thence South 88 degrees 38 minutes 54 seconds West 648.70 feet to the point of beginning. This property contains a 1999 Crystal Valley Patriot mobile home with serial number CV819ABIN The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: February 25, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.5198 ASAP# 3458689 02/25/2010, 03/04/2010, 77543443 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darla L Slumkoski, a single woman individual, original mortgagor(s), to Arbor Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007, and recorded on June 6, 2007 in instrument 1181356, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Nine And 94/100 Dollars ($120,399.94), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 4 rods East of the Southeast corner of lot 45 of the Village of Delton, for place of beginning; thence East 8 rods; thence North 4 rods; thence West 8 rods; thence South 4 rods to place of beginning, all being in the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of section 5, Town 1 North, Range 9 West The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543434 File #276109F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a Borrower: Warren A. Kidder Property Address: 4160 Norris Road, Delton, Michigan 49046 Mortgagee: Hastings City Bank Designated Representative: Jane Robertson 150 West Court St., Hastings, Michigan 49058 (269) 948-5578 Borrower is in default of his mortgage. Mortgagee has sent a notice to Borrower providing that within 14 days from the date the notice was sent, Borrower may request a meeting with the Designated Representative to attempt to work out a modification of the mortgage loan to avoid foreclosure. Borrower may request that a housing counselor attend this meeting. A list of approved housing counselors may be obtained by visiting the website of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at www.michigan.gov/mshda or by contacting MSHDA at (517) 373-8370. If, within the 14-day period, Borrower requests a meeting with the Designated Representative, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after the date the notice was mailed to Borrower. Further, if Borrower is able to reach an agreement with the Designated Representative to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed so long as Borrower abides by the terms of the modified mortgage loan. If Borrower and the Designated Representative are unable to reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, but it is determined that Borrower meets the criteria for modification under MCL 600.3205c(1), the foreclosure of the mortgage will proceed before a judge instead of by advertisement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number for the State Bar of Michigan's lawyer referral service is 1-800-9680738. Borrower may also contact Legal Services of South Central Michigan, which serves Barry County. Their offices are located at 3490 Belle Chase Way, Suite 50, Lansing, Michigan 48911. Their telephone numbers are (517) 394-3121 and toll free at 1-800-968-0044. MILLER JOHNSON, Attorneys for Mortgagee Dated: March 15, 2010 By: /s/ Rachel J. Foster Rachel J. Foster MILLER JOHNSON 303 North Rose Street Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 77544179 (269) 226-2982 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carol A. Tomlinson and Karen Wells, Joint Tenants with full rights to survivorship, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 6, 2006, and recorded on February 20, 2007 in instrument 1176567, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Seven And 15/100 Dollars ($129,397.15), including interest at 7.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, described as commencing 60 Feet East of teh Northeast corner of Lot 12, Block 7, of A.W. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof, thence South 12 RODS; thence East 6 2/3 RODS; thence North 12 RODS; thence West 6 2/3 RODS to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543763 File #238560F03 �Page 14 — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rodney A. Innes and Barbara J. Innes, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 3, 2008, and recorded on March 7, 2008 in instrument 20080307-0002140, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Nine Thousand Twenty-Seven And 08/100 Dollars ($189,027.08), including interest at 5.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant South 89 degrees 56 minutes 30 seconds East, 725.50 feet from the Northwest corner of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 30 seconds East, 250.00 feet along said Section line; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, 350.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 30 seconds West, 250.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, 350.00 feet to the point of beginning. Also together with and subject to a private easement for ingress, egress and public utility purposes over the Westerly 33 feet thereof for Innes Road, and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543975 File #309277F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Chris Treu, a Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 22, 2005, and recorded on March 8, 2005 in instrument 1142427, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-Three And 47/100 Dollars ($116,533.47), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 31, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said Southeast 1/4; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes East 363.00 feet along the West line of said Southeast 1/4 thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes East 1136.52 feet along the centerline of Church Street; thence South 56 degrees 18 minutes 40 seconds East 243.30 feet along the centerline of Irving Road; thence South 81 degrees 08 minutes 25 seconds East 165.42 feet along said centerline; thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds East 25.0 feet along said centerline to place of beginning; thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds East 281.18 feet along said centerline; thence North 75 degrees 26 minutes 45 seconds East 566.28 feet along said centerline; thence North 83 degrees 22 minutes 22 seconds East 281.96 feet along said centerline; thence South 0 degrees 04 minutes 05 seconds East 354.95 feet along the East line of said Northeast 1/4, Southeast 1/4; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 04 seconds West 1020.19 feet along the Northerly right of way line of the railroad to a line which bears South 32 degrees 35 minutes 40 seconds East from the place of beginning; thence North 32 degrees 35 minutes 40 seconds West 162.57 feet along said line to place of beginning. Also that part lying Northerly of the above described parcel and Southerly of the Thornapple River. Subject to Highway right of way for Irving Road (66 feet wide). The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543806 File #308046F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Janna M Jean and James F Jean II, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Credit Union Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated November 29, 2005, and recorded on December 6, 2005 in instrument 1157209, and modified by agreement dated November 22, 2006, and recorded on December 7, 2006 in instrument 1173596, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Member First Credit Union as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Six Thousand ThirtyThree And 39/100 Dollars ($166,033.39), including interest at 7.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at a point on the South line of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, distant South 89 degrees 54 minutes 44 seconds East, 10.00 feet from the southwest corner of said Section 16; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 05 seconds West, 404.11 feet to the centerline of Kellogg Scholl Road; thence Southeasterly 212.30 feet along said centerline and the arc of a curve to the right with a radius of 3903.54, and a chord which bears South 47 degrees 17 minutes 04 seconds East, 212.28 feet; thence South 45 degrees 43 minutes 35 seconds East along said centerline 373.51 feet intersection of said centerline with said South Section line; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 44 seconds West along said South Section line, 419.87 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544149 File #311335F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by ERIC B. PRYOR and SHARON L. HABIN, MARRIED, to UNION PLANTERS BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Mortgagee, dated January 24, 2002, and recorded on May 13, 2008, in Document No. 20080513-0005151, and re-recorded on June 8, 2009 in Document No. 200906080006030, and assigned by said mortgagee to US BANK, NA, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-Two Thousand One Hundred Seventy-Two Dollars and Fifty-Four Cents ($42,172.54), including interest at 6.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on April 8, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DESCRIBED AS COMMENCING AT THE 1 / 8 CORNER OF THE NORTH SIDE OF THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, RUNNING THENCE SOUTH ON THE 1 / 8 LINE 775 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE AT SHORE OF LONG LAKE AND ALONG THE SHORE OF THE LAKE NORTH 60 AND 3 / 4TH DEGREES EAST 625 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 85 DEGREES EAST 200 FEET, THENCE NORTH 52 AND 1 / 4TH DEGREES EAST 215 FEET FOR THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, THENCE ALONG THE SHORE OF LONG LAKE NORTH 56 DEGREES EAST 50 FEET, THENCE NORTH 55 DEGREES WEST 109 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 44 DEGREES WEST 65 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 66 AND 1 / 4 DEGREES EAST 100 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, ALSO KNOWN AS LOT 1, OF THE NORTHEAST BLOCK OF AN UNRECORDED PLAT OF KENYON'S OAK GROVE. ALSO A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DESCRIBED AS COMMENCING AT THE 1 / 8 CORNER ON NORTH SIDE OF THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, RUNNING THENCE SOUTH ON THE 1 / 8 LINE 775 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE ON THE SHORE OF LONG LAKE, THENCE ALONG THE SHORE OF THE LAKE NORTH 60 AND 3 / 4THS DEGREES EAST 625 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 85 DEGREES, EAST 200 FEET, THENCE NORTH 52 1 / 4 DEGREES, EAST 215 FEET; THENCE NORTH 56 DEGREES, EAST 50 FEET FOR THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE ALONG THE SHORE OF THE LAKE NORTH 66 DEGREES, EAST 50 FEET, THENCE NORTH 53 1 / 2 DEGREES, WEST 118 1 / 2 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 44 DEGREES WEST 50 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 55 DEGREES, EAST 109 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 8, 2010 US BANK, NA Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77544013 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by NANCY L. DENNIS, a married woman, 1838 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 to SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST, 2 West Chicago Street, Coldwater, Michigan 49036 dated February 5, 1999 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on February 16, 1999 in Instrument No. 1025193 of Mortgages, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date of this notice, for principal and interest the sum of Twenty-Six Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty and 89/100 ($26, 760.89) Dollars and no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, where by the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; Now Therefore, Notice is Hereby Given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the said Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein described or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at Courthouse Bldg, Barry County Courthouse in the City of Hastings, and County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding Circuit Court in and for said County, on April 8, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. in the after noon of said day, and said premises will be sold to pay the amount as aforesaid then due on said Mortgage together with 4.25% percent interest on the Mortgage, legal costs, Attorneys’ fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described as follows, to-wit: County of Barry, Township of Hope, State of Michigan, is described as follows: Part of the Southwest one-quarter of Section 25, Town 2 North, Range 9 West; described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 post of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 00' 00" East on the North & South 1/4 line of said Section, 1072.00 feet to the point of beginning of the parcel of land herein described; thence continuing North 00 degrees 00' 00" East, on said North & South 1/4 line, 250.00 feet, thence South 89 degrees 36' 50" West parallel with the South line of said Southwest one-quarter, 666.90 feet; thence South 00 Degrees 01' 28" East 250.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 36' 50" East 666.80 feet to the point of beginning. The last day to redeem this deed is on April 8, 2011, however, if an Affidavit of Abandonment is filed with the Register of Deeds, the last day to redeem will be May 8, 2010, or until the time to provide the notice was required by MCL 600.3241a(c) expires, whichever is later. Dated: March 11, 2010 SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST Mortgagee. DRESSER, DRESSER, HAAS & CAYWOOD, P.C. By: P. Joseph Haas, Jr. Attorney for SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST Business Address 112 South Monroe Street Sturgis, MI 49091 77544025 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bryan A. Hughes AKA Bryan Hughes, A Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 7, 2007, and recorded on August 15, 2007 in instrument 20070815-0000938, and modified by agreement dated May 12, 2009, and recorded on July 10, 2009 in instrument 200907100007186, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand One Hundred Forty-Nine And 52/100 Dollars ($121,149.52), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a Point on the East and West 1/4 Line of Section 15, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, distant North 89 Degrees 56 Minutes 29 Seconds East 2416.04 Feet from the West 1/4 corner of said section, thence North 00 Degrees 11 Minutes 58 Seconds West 435.00 Feet, thence North 89 Degrees 56 Minutes 29 Seconds East 248.83 Feet to the North and South 1/4 line of said Section, thence South 00 Degrees 11 Minutes 58 Seconds East 435.00 Feet along said North and South 1/4 line to the Center 1/4 Corner of said section, Thence South 89 Degrees 56 Minutes 29 Seconds West 248.83 Feet along said East and West 1/4 line to the Point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543398 File #303317F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by JOSEPH J. DAVIS and MISTY M. DAVIS, husband and wife (collectively, "Mortgagor"), to SAND RIDGE BANK, an Indiana corporation, of P.O. Box 598, Schererville, Indiana 46375, dated April 29, 2005, recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on May 5, 2005, as Instrument No. 1146024 (the "Mortgage") as assigned by FIRST FINANCIAL BANK, N.A., a national association, of 300 High Street, P.O. Box 476, Hamilton, Ohio 45011-0476, doing business as Sand Ridge Bank, and successor by consolidation with Sand Ridge Bank, an Indiana corporation, to CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, having an office at 2185 Three Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the “Mortgagee”), pursuant to the terms of the branch purchase and assumption agreement dated May 11, 2006, a bill of sale dated August 18, 2006, and an assignment of mortgage dated November 10, 2009, recorded November 18, 2009, as Instrument No. 200911180011255, Barry County Records (collectively, the “Mortgage”). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Six Hundred and 25/100 Dollars ($109,600.25). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance to the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 22nd day of April, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: The North 1/2 of Lots 1061 and 1062 of the City, formerly Village, of Hastings Together with all the improvements erected on the real estate, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures a part of the property, and all replacements and additions. Commonly known as: 612 S. Washington Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.P. #08-55-001-375-00 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor's heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned. Dated: March 11, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 77543890 (616) 752-2000 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul Zoet and Andrea Zoet, as husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated February 18, 2003, and recorded on March 14, 2003 in instrument 1099450, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Fifty-Six And 39/100 Dollars ($105,056.39), including interest at 5.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of Section 12; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 1315.43 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 331.50 feet along the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 571.00 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 360.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 234.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 360.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds West 234.00 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to and together with a 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress, and utility purposes, the centerline of which is described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of Section 12, Town 4 North, Range 10 West; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 1315.43 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 364.50 feet along the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12, to the point of beginning and centerline of said 66 foot wide easement; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 66.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 168.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 555.00 feet, to the end of said 66 foot wide easement; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds West 17.00 feet to the reference point A. Also, subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utilities over a 50.00 foot radius turnaround, the radius point of which is the aforesaid reference point A. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543961 File #295566F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jason Curtis and Jennifer Curtis, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 3785 Josie Ln, Middleville, MI 493338993. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544038 File # 312407F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul Harney, a married man and Shannon D. Harney, his wife, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated May 22, 2007 and recorded May 30, 2007 in Instrument Number 200705300006678, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Eighty-Two Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty-Four and 83/100 Dollars ($382,884.83) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel J: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Lot 146 of the Plat of Fair Lake Annex, according to the recorded Plat in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 63, Barry County Records; and running thence North 89 degrees 44 minutes East 154.42 feet along the North line of said Lot 146 extended Easterly to the Easterly line of a 66 foot easement; thence North 08 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds East 224.96 feet along said Easterly line of easement; thence North 41 degrees 26 minutes East 1,252.70 feet along the Southerly line of said Easement; thence North 89 degrees 17 minutes East 36.27 feet along the South line of said easement; thence North 83 degrees 32 minutes 39 seconds East 60.00 feet to the radius point of the cul-de-sac appurtenant to said easement; thence South 76 degrees 54 minutes 01 seconds East 60.00 feet for the true place of beginning; thence Northerly 70.10 feet along the cul-de-sac on the arc of a curve to the left of radius 60.00 feet, the chord of which bears North 20 degrees 22 minutes 25 seconds West 66.19 feet; thence North 89 degrees 17 minutes 00 seconds East 493.94 feet; thence South 22 degrees 36 minutes East 7.15 feet to a traverse line along Fair Lake; thence South 67 degrees 24 minutes West 326.80 feet along said traverse line; thence North 69 degrees 35 minutes 12 seconds West 183.42 feet to the place of beginning. Together with land lying between the waters edge of Fair Lake. Together with rights of ingress and egress over the easement described herein, extending to North Drive. Subject to and together with an ingress and egress easement: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Lot 146 of the Plat of Fair Lake Park Annex, according to the recorded plat in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 63, Barry County Records; thence along the Easterly extension of the North line of said Lot 146, North 89 degrees 44 minutes East 87.57 feet to the point of beginning of this description; thence continuing North 89 degrees 44 minutes East 66.85 feet; thence North 08 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds East 224.96 feet; thence North 41 degrees 26 minutes East 1,252.70 feet; thence North 89 degrees 17 minutes 00 seconds East 36.27 feet; thence on the arc of a 60 foot radius curve to the left, a distance of 276.73 feet to the far end of a chord which bears North 41 degrees 24 minutes 45 seconds East 89.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 17 minutes 00 seconds West 126.60 feet; thence South 41 degrees 26 minutes West 1,295.51 feet; thence South 08 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West 259.64 feet to the place of beginning, extending the sidelines of said easement to the North line of North Drive as shown in said Plat. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 11, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.5640 ASAP# 3477141 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 77543986 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — Page 15 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Adam L. Miles, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 621 E Thorn St, Hastings, MI 49058-1552. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Frank R. Simon, Simon, Galasso & Frantz, PLC, 363 West Big Beaver Road Suite 250, Troy, Michigan 48084; Phone (248) 720-0290 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544114 File # 315518F01 NOTICE OF MODIFICATION OPPORTUNITY Borrower(s): Kenneth Coulter Property Address: 1702 N M 43 Highway, Hastings, MI 49058 Pursuant to MCLA 600.3205a please be advised of the following: You have a right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The name of the firm designated as the representative of the mortgage servicer is: Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. and designee can be contacted at the address and phone number below. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's website at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling 1-800-A-SHELTER, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year-round. If a meeting is requested with the designee shown above, foreclosure proceedings will NOT be commenced until 90 days after the date the notice mailed to you on 03/15/2010. If an agreement is reached to modify your mortgage loan the mortgage will NOT be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. The website for the Michigan State Bar Lawyer Referral Service is http://www.michbar.org/programs/lawyerreferral.cfm and the toll free number is 800-9680738. You may bring an action in circuit court if you are required by law to be served notice and foreclosure proceedings are commenced, without such notice having been served upon you. If you have previously agreed to modify your mortgage loan within the past twelve (12) months under the terms of the above statute, you are not eligible to participate in this program unless you have complied with the terms of the mortgage loan, as modified. Notice given by: Randall S. Miller Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 313-583-3336 (Loan Modification Dept.) loanmods@millerlaw.biz Case No. 10OMI00326-1 Dated: March 18, 2010 PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS OFFICE MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PUR77544169 POSE. ASAP# 3486979 03/18/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Eugene E. Curtiss and Renzella G. Curtiss, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1981 N Briggs Rd, Middleville, MI 49333-8370. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544041 File # 314904F01 NOTICE OF MODIFICATION OPPORTUNITY BORROWER(S): Robert E. Gaskill and Jan. M. Gaskill 3632 Charlton Park Road Hastings, MI 49058 Borrower is in default on a Mortgage dated June 26, 2008. Pursuant to State law, MCLA 600.3205a, please be advised of the following: You have a right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The name of the person to contact and who has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification is: UNION BANK, 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, (616) 3748829. You may bring an auction in Circuit Court if you are required by law to be served notice and foreclosure proceedings are commenced, without such notice having been served upon you. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website at http://www.michigan.gov/ mshda or by calling 1-800-A-SHELTER, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year round. If a meeting is requested with the designee shown above, foreclosure proceedings will NOT be commenced until 90 days after the date of this notice mailed to you on even date herewith. If an agreement is reached to modify your mortgage loan, the mortgage will NOT be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. If you have previously agreed to modify your loan within the past twelve (12) months under the terms of the above statute, you are not eligible to participate in this program unless you have complied with the terms of the mortgage loan, as modified. You have the right to contact an attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney you may contact the Michigan State Bar Lawyer Referral Service at 1-800-968-0738. Notice given by: Timothy L. Tromp, 501 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058, (269) 948-9400. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE:. Dated: March 8, 2010 DRAFTED BY: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 Union Bank of Lake Odessa BY: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) 77544147 Attorney for Union Bank Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lisa Reese, a married woman and Robert James Reese a/k/a Robert Reese, her husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 28, 2007, and recorded on June 29, 2007 in instrument 1182428, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand Two And 73/100 Dollars ($175,002.73), including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 44, Loehrs Landing No. 1, according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 44 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543547 File #283982F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by John R. Haynes and Theresa L. Haynes, husband and wife as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 5, 2005, and recorded on August 11, 2005 in instrument 1150955, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Two And 54/100 Dollars ($49,302.54), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North half of Lots 19 and 20 of Block 13 of Kenfield's Second Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 37. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544008 File #314674F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James Watson a single man and Paula Chester, a single woman, as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 7, 2007, and recorded on March 9, 2007 in instrument 1177306, and rerecorded on April 10, 2007 in instrument 1178564, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-One And 29/100 Dollars ($132,371.29), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 7, Town 1 North, Ragne 7 West, Distance North 89 degrees 10 minutes 14 seconds East 247.50 feet from the Northwest corner of said Section 7; Thence North 89 degrees 10 minutes 14 seconds East 293.14 Feet along said North line of Section 7; Thence South 1 Degrees 16 minutes 20 seconds East 395.99 feet; Thence South 89 degrees 10 minutes 14 seconds West 295.17 feet; Thence North 00 degrees 58 minutes 41 seconds West 396.00 feet ot the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543559 File #279133F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gloria A. Mann, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 26, 2005, and recorded on September 12, 2005 in instrument 1152639, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Four Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Two And 08/100 Dollars ($104,982.08), including interest at 7.65% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of section 16, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 46 seconds East 1321.46 feet along the East-West 1/4 line of said section 16 to the Northwest corner of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said section 16 and the Place of Beginning; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 46 seconds East along said 1/4 line, 250.40 feet; thence South 14 degrees 52 minutes 57 seconds West 327.22 feet to the centerline of Mill Road; thence North 46 degrees 53 minutes 57 seconds West 228.20 feet along said centerline; thence North 00 degrees 05 minutes 43 seconds East along the West line of said East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, 161.35 feet to the Place of Beginning. Subject to an easement for public Highway Purposes over the Southwesterly 33 feet thereof For Mill Road. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 88543473 File #289357F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard L. Van Syckle and Betty A. Van Syckle, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated May 3, 2005, and recorded on May 12, 2005 in instrument 1146381, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as Trustee on Behalf of the Certificateholders Park Place Securities, Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-WCW1 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Two And 63/100 Dollars ($155,492.63), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel of land commencing at the 1/4 Post on the North Side of Section 35, Town 2 North, Range 8 West; thence East on Section Line 568 Feet to point of beginning; thence South to the Center of High Bank Creek; thence Northeasterly along center of said High Bank Creek to the Center of the Highway Running North and South through said Section 35; thence Northerly along the Center of said Highway to the North Section Line of Section 35; Thence West along Section Line to Point of Beginning The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543934 File #115478F03 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Hope Wickham, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 30, 2001 and recorded April 3, 2001 in Instrument Number 1057614, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Thirty-Four Thousand Four Hundred Thirty and 3/100 Dollars ($34,430.03) including interest at 7.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 1, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1 of Block 2 of Butler's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 66. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.3080 ASAP# 3467596 03/04/2010, NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has occurred in a Mortgage made by Daniel M. Hill and Bobbi Ann Hill to First Community Federal Credit Union dated November 24, 2003, and recorded on December 2, 2003 at Document No. 1118544 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $143,990.24. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on April 15,2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East entrance, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 6.2% per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan law. The property to be sold is described as: Located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan: Lot 7 of Crooked Lake Resort according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 52. Which has the address of: 11144 East Shore Dr., Delton, MI 49046. During the 6 months immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241(a), in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Date: March 12, 2010 First Community Federal Credit Union By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) BUSINESS ADDRESS: Stephen L. Langeland, P.C. Attorney at Law 6146 W. Main St., Ste. C Kalamazoo, MI 49009 77544135 269/382-3703 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Samantha Seume and Richard S. Seume aka Richard S. Seume II, wife and husband, separate property, original mortgagor(s), to Arbor Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated November 30, 2005, and recorded on December 14, 2005 in instrument 1157656, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-Eight And 13/100 Dollars ($103,738.13), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 537 feet of the West 50 acres of the South 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 26, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan; except 471 feet East and West by 30 feet North and South out of the Southeast corner of the West 50 acres of the South 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 26. Michigan: Make: Fairmont, Year: 1999, Manufacturers Serial Number: MV 00112430413 Affidavit of Affixture of Manufactured Home Recorded 7/19/2006 Instrument number 1167353 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543383 File #306372F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Shane Courtney, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 9699 Mullen Rd, Delton, MI 49046-9751. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 16, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 16, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544177 File # 316040F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carole Jean Garlinger aka Carole J Garlinger, A Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 9, 2006, and recorded on March 23, 2006 in instrument 1161611, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2006-HE4 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Two And 85/100 Dollars ($100,752.85), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on March 25, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 8 Fuller Heights, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 49, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543404 File #305473F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE: Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage by Timothy E. Allwardt and Lucinda D. Allwardt, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Kellogg Community Federal Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated December 17, 2004, and recorded on December 24, 2004, at Instrument No. 1139252, in Barry County records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-Three and 38/100 Dollars ($57,783.38), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the lobby of the Barry County Circuit Court Building, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 1, 2010. Said premises is situated in the Village of Nashville, County of Barry, Michigan, and described as: Lots 42 and 43 and the North 12 feet of lot 41 of O.A. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof. PPN: 08-52-180-000-043-00 More Commonly Known As: 418 Phillips St., Nashville, MI 49073 The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: February 23, 2010 For more information, please call: KELLOGG COMMUNITY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Mark D. Hofstee (P66001) Bolhouse, Vander Hulst, Risko, Baar & Lefere, P.C. Grandville State Bank Building 3996 Chicago Drive SW Grandville MI 49418-1384 77543499 (616) 531-7711 �Page 16 — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale Automotive Help Wanted AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 2005 TOYOTA COROLLA LE: Great running, no rust, 30,090 miles. Call Jeff at (269)9482077 Leave message. O/OPS & CO. Drivers: OTR. Hazmat required! CDL-A, 2 years experience. Benefits for 30 days (Co. Drivers Only). Buske Lines: 877-6136392 x229 www.buske.com Estate Sale ESTATE/MOVING SALES: by Bethel Timmer - The Cottage House Antiques. (269)795-8717 Antiques ANTIQUE SHOW, MARCH 27th & 28th, Barry County Fairground. A large variety of antiques, Just north of Hastings on M-37. Saturday, 9am-5pm, Sunday 10am-3pm, $3.00 admission. For Rent FOR RENT: 4 bedroom, 2 baths, fully remodeled, country living, just outside the city, large yard. $1,000 monthly plus deposit. 1975 Brookfield Ter., off of Campground Rd. Call (269)9482809 or leave message. FOR SALE OR RENT: Commercial building at 1117 W. Green Street. Sales floor, 1,053 sq.ft., 2 office’s or one for kitchenette, bathroom, large storage room, 1,200sq.ft. $1,000 monthly plus deposit. Call (269)9482809 or leave message. FOR SALE: 2005 CHEVY IMPALA LS. Loaded, 80k, heated leather seats, moonroof, all the goodies. Black w/gray interior, sharp! $9,500 OBO. Call (517)5079952. National Ads THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT KNOWINGLY accept advertising which is deceptive, fraudulent or might otherwise violate law or accepted standards of taste. However, this publication does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of any advertisement, nor the quality of goods or services advertised. Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all claims made in any advertisements, and to use good judgment and reasonable care, particularly when dealing with persons unknown to you ask for money in advance of delivery of goods or services advertised. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 Farm EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 NEW IDEA 708 Uni-System tool carrier with combine/husking unit, notill planter with tank, $2,250 obo; Hesston Stackhand 10 $1,250 obo (269)838-5958. YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Phone (269)945-9554 or stop in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. BRIDGE PLAN, continued from page 10 and approved by the MDNRE before the path is removed and the boardwalk constructed. No mowing will take place inside the conservation easement premises or established buffer strips or beyond any fence, whichever provides the most isolation from existing wetlands in any given portion of the conservation easement premises. No debris generated during park maintenance will be placed within the conservation easement premises or established buffer zones. A dedicated location will be established in uplands in the park for disposal or composting of organic waste such as grass clippings, branches and leaves generated from park maintenance. The disposal area will be identified with signage and fencing. The specific location and size of the area will be determined in consultation with the Village of Middleville. Inorganic debris such as rocks, stones, concrete, paper, plastic and metal items will be transported off the park property and properly disposed at an approved facility. The following non-native invasive species were noted in wetlands on the northern portion of the park property and should be removed when possible: Phalaris arundinacea (canary grass), Lonicera morrowii (honeysuckle), Lythrum salicaria (purple loosestrife) and Rhamnus frangula (glossy buckthorn). Nasturtium officinale (watercress) was noted in portions of the fen and along the stream. However, it may be particularly difficult to remove by hand due to unstable soil conditions and the potential to trample fragile or desirable vegetation. In addition to the above, other non-native invasive species may be noted in the wetlands during future visits. Brad Lamberg, director of the road commission, said he hopes that bids on the Finkbeiner/Crane Road project can go out in April, with work possibly starting in early summer. Fire destroys Woodbury landmark An early morning fire Thursday destroyed Terry’s restaurant, a Woodbury landmark on M-66. The Sunfield and Woodland fire departments were called to fight the fire, but Ron Kindal from the Sunfield department said it had nearly put itself out. The departments used less than 200 gallons of water to extinguish the final flash. The fire had smoldered inside before it was noticed. When Sunfield received the call, the fire was reported to be at the Woodland Cafe. The firefighters knew there was no restaurant of that name and correctly surmised the call was for Terry’s. The fire is not suspicious, and Kindal will meet with the state fire marshal to try to determine a cause. No injuries were reported, but the building is presumed to be a total loss. Kindal said the property was insured. Terry’s has been a restaurant for some 40 years, a mainstay for farmers during harvest. In the pre-dawn darkness Thursday, there was no visible evidence of the fire except for the departing fire trucks. The early regulars arriving for their breakfast and coffee were saddened to learn of the loss. Morel “Lefty” Frantz, used to own the store some 50 years ago. He sold bait, tackle and guns. POLICE BEAT Speeding uncovers warrant Driving 68 mph in a 55-mph zone, prompted Jacob Arthur Baker, 18, of Cloverdale to catch the attention of a Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy March 7. A file check on Baker uncovered an outstanding warrant out of Barry County Circuit Court for contempt of court on the original charge of home invasion. Arrested and transported to Barry County Jail on the warrant, Baker was issued a warning for speeding and a citation for driving with a suspended license. No patrol car, no problem Brian Scott Peters, 33, of Hastings is facing charges for operating while intoxicated, third offense after a March 9 incident on M-37. On off-duty officer observed Peters swerving into traffic and called central dispatch to report the behavior. After Peters was followed to a residence, his blood alcohol level was discovered to be .156. He was booked and lodged at Barry County Jail. Little cash gained after break-in Hastings Police are investigating a breaking and entering of Three Brothers Pizza in the 1600 block of South Hanover that was reported March 12. The assistant manager told the investigating officer that the break-in occurred sometime after 10 p.m. March 11 and before 9:55 a.m. March 12 when it was reported. The suspect(s) gained entry after breaking through a window on the northwest side of the building and made away with a small amount of cash. The business sustained several hundred dollars’ worth of damage to equipment and the building. The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information about the breaking and entering is asked to contact the Hastings City Police 269-945-5744 or Silent Observer 1-800-310-9031. Vehicle and pedestrian meet Hastings Police responded to an accident in a parking lot in the 1200 block of North Broadway March 11. The accident occurred when a vehicle being driven by Gloria Preston, backed from a parking space into the path of a pedestrian walking to her car in the same lot. Barbara Dennison, of Caledonia, was transported by Mercy Ambulance to Pennock Hospital for treatment, and her condition is unknown. Slap to the face, slap on the cuffs Hastings Police responded to a residence in the 800 block of South Hanover March 15 for a reported domestic assault. Officers made contact with the 37-year-old victim who said he was struck in the mouth by the suspect whom he identified as Karen Cosby, 30, also from Hastings, during an argument. Officers confronted the suspect about the alleged assault, and she admitted to striking the victim. Cosby was placed under arrest and lodged at the Barry County Jail on charges of domestic assault. No need for barber after fight Hastings Police responded to a domestic violence complaint at a residence in the 300 block of South Broadway March 12 after the victim called 911 to report the assault. Officers spoke with the 45-year-old victim who said that his girlfriend, whom he identified as Christy Shultz, 40, from Hastings, became upset and assaulted him during an argument. The victim told officers that he had been bitten, scratched and had his hair pulled out. Shultz was placed under arrest on charges of domestic assault and lodged at the Barry County Jail. Alcohol consumption appears to have been a factor in the assault. Thieves can’t wait to get hands on goods Hastings Police responded to the Hastings Ace Hardware, 111 E. State St., March 16, after an owner reported that the store had been broken into. It is believed the breakin occurred sometime between 2:30 and 7:15 a.m., when it was reported. The suspect(s) removed a door window on the north side of the building to gain entry. Taken during the break-in were: a black Riot bicycle, a black and green Pinch bicycle, skateboard tools, knives, paintball guns, mask and T-shirts. The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information about the breaking and entering is asked to contact the Hastings City Police 269-945-5744 or Silent Observer 1-800-310-9031. BOWLING SCORES Wednesday P.M. Hair Care 66-43; Four Pals 62-46; Eye and ENT 61.5-46.5; Mill’s Landing 53-55; The River 49.5-58.5; NBT 33-75. Good Games and Series - R. Pitts 148415; E. Ulrich 167; R. Murrah 197-498; J. Pitch 134; N. Potter 157-450; L. Elliston 190557; G. Potter 147; D. Seeber 201-526; B. Smith 161; S. Beebe 190-498. 77544056 Senior Citizens Butterfingers 63.5-40.5; Usedtobe #1 62.42; Just Having Fun 58-46; Three Gals & a Guy 58-46; Sun Risers 55.5-48.5; Kuempel 52-52; Ward’s Friends 51-53; Be Happy 51-53; King Pins 49.5-54.5; Early Risers 46-58; M&M’s 41-63; Just Friends 36.5-67.5. Women’s Good Games and Series - S. Krystiniak 159; E. Moore 146; K. Moore 143389; N. Boniface 187-506; S. Merrill 194; N. Bechtel 160; P. Freeman 170-467; Y. Markley 139-367; E. Dunham 181-479; C. Stuart 175492; S. Patch 175. Men’s GooD Games and Series - K. Schantz 182-468; G. Forbey 164; R. Obreiter 184; R. Boniface 199; M. Saldivar 191; J. Kleinbrink 172-455; P. Gasper 184; L. Brandt 235-544; W. Mallekoote 168-488. Mixerettes James Process Service 64-44; Kent Oil 6444; Dewey’s Auto Body 58-50; NBT 57-51; Nashville Chiropractic 56-52; Dean’s Dolls 49-59; Sassy Babes 45-63; Good Friends 3969. Good Games and Series - K. Fowler 220525; S. Dunham 164; B. Hathaway 161; T. Redman 156; S. Merrill 208-555; T. Heisel 153; S. VanDenburg 203; D. James 187; V. Carr 171; D Kelley 171-477; S. Smith 176; M. Rodgers 168-448; K. Eberly 178-486. Friday Night Mixed Matt’s Bunch 63; Spencers Towing and Tire 59; Shirlee’s Family 58; 9-n-a-Wiggle 53 1/2; Part Time 53; Ten Pins 51 1/2; Heads Out 49; Dum Schitz 46; The 4 B’s 46; Haldan 45; All But One 44; Team #13 42; Oldies But Goodies 41; Spare Time 37. Women’s Good Games and Series - S. Vandenburg 202-561; J. Madden 197-536; E. Johnson 232-533; T. Bush 174-497; J. Bowmn 150-387; S. McKee 225; J. Gasper 191; K. Becker 190; B. Breitner 148. Men’s Good Games and Series - B. Taylor 235-657; B. Bowman 263-646; J. Barnum 215-641; M. Pennington 223-638; M. Hall 255-577; J. Barnum III 175-517; M. Clark 178-507; K. Matthews 144-386; D. McKee 245; M. Eaton 213; H. Pennington 207; J. Bush 203; B. Madden 193; F. Thompson 185; S. Abbott 170. Sunday Night Mixed Sandbaggers 73 1/2; Late Arrivals 61; Skabbs 60; Pinchasers 58 1/2; Sunday Snoozers 58 1/2; Team Ate 57; Lanes Divided 57; Funky Bowlers 56; Shelly’s Country Daycare 55; Straight Liners 51; The Heath Gang 44 1/2. Women’s Good Games and Series - A. Hubbell 198-540; K. Kuhlman 186-531; F. Ames 207-509; D. Roberts 151-431; J. Shoebridge 150-423; S. Symonds 127-341; M. Heath 205; N. Shafer 193; B. James 175. Men’s Good Games and Series - B. Hubbell 222-611; DJ James 227-604; E. Bartlett 224-592; B. Shafer 216-592; C. Merica 198-578; J. Reffett 212-552; J. Lesick 204-548; B. Heath 181-519; T. Cooley 182507; T. DeMott 157-414; M. Eaton 209; R. Snyder 196; J. Haner 180. Tuesday Mixed Grove Street Cafe 68.5-43.5; Hastings City Bank 65.5-46.5; Boyce Milk Haulers 58-54; Hurless Machine Shop 58-54; Barry County Red Cross 48.5-63.5; J-Bar Antique Tractors 36.5-75.5. Men’s Good Games - C. Steeby 214; P. Scobey 203; K. Armstrong 195; G. Hause 185; K. Beebe 180; G. Snyder 178; C. Armstrong 175; L. Porter 171. Men’s Good Series - C. Steeby 583; P. Scobey 576; K. Armstrong 529; G. Hause 514; K. Beebe 513; G. Snyder 508; C. Armstrong 485; L. Porter 509. Women’s Good Games - S. Beebe 190; B. Wilkins 179; M. Westbrook 176; B. Moore 176; B. Smith 156; J. Steeby 153; D. Ware 149. Women’s Good Series - S. Beebe 518; B. Wilkins 465; M. Westbrook 434; B. Moore 429; B. Smith 419; J. Steeby 421; D. Ware 370. Tuesday Trios Coleman’s 91-25; Lu’s Team 65.5-50.5; CBS 62-50; Lynn Denton Agency 60.5-55.5; Twisted Sisters 59-49; Trouble 56-48; Lucky STrikes 54-58; Quick Response 52-60; Delton Pole 46-46; Super Crips 45-71; Sisters 45-71; Ghost Team 0-96. Good Games - Shirlee V. 197; JoAnne B. 193; Lesley M. 148; Cindy A. 148; Michelle B. 162; Nancy M. 134; Luanne P. 200; Esper V. 176; Deb J. 184; Mary H. 180; Cathy H. 149; Merle S. 172; Renee B. 181; Paula R. 182. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — Page 17 Killer Gravel Road Race returns to Gun Lake area Michigan’s 2010 cycling race season kicks off in just a few weeks with the BarryRoubaix, the Killer Gravel Road Race. Held in Middleville, the race will begin and end at the Gun Lake Unit at Yankee Springs Recreation Area on March 27. It begins at 10 a.m. with a Sheriff’s Department escort keeping the riders rolling slowly (called a neutral start) as they travel east on Gun Lake Road, but the action will quickly heat up as the racers turn left onto Duffy Road, the first gravel road of the day. From there, racers will challenge themselves, navigating the rough two-track known as West Sager Road, then zig zag their way as far east as Cook Road near Hastings. Throughout the race, cyclists will travel many of the dirt roads, and a few paved roads in Barry County, for a total of 23 (beginner), 32 (expert), or 65 (elite) miles. Organizer Rick Plite said, “last year’s inaugural event was a huge success, drawing over 280 racers.” On-line registration has already begun, and this year’s event is expected to draw 600 racers, many from as far away as Illinois, Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Wisconsin and Minnesota. The increase in attendance has forced Kisscross Events to move the event start area to Gun Lake as opposed to the Long Lake Outdoor Center, which was last year’s location. Plite notes that the organizers have obtained permission from the Barry County Sheriff’s department, the State Police and the DNR, and look forward to making this an annual event for years to come. The race has the potential to grow to more than 1,000 racers and the new staging loca- At Right: Riders race along together in a large pack during the 2009 BarryRoubaix Killer Gravel Road Race. The 2010 event will be held March 27, beginning at the Gun Lake Unit of the Yankee Springs Recreation Area. Registration is open until the morning of the race. tion at the Gun Lake Unit should provide enough room for future growth. The event provides a welcome boost to the local economy, bringing racers and their families into Michigan where they will purchase over night lodging and meals not only during race week, but also during training visits and vacations throughout the year. Subaru is the title sponsor, joining with many other local and national companies to make this event possible. Custom trophies and medals from local wood carver Nelson Wood, as well as a $1,500 cash purse will be on the line. Plite of Kisscross Events asks all residents to welcome the racers and keep an eye out for cyclists traveling the course from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on race day, March 27. “While the roads can not be closed to traffic, we ask motorists to use caution when they see riders traveling the road ways. Many local racers currently train for the race by practicing the loop on weekends year round. You may have noticed the increase in cyclists on the roadways in the area,” Plite said. Registration is open until 9:30 a.m. March 27 and prices range from $30-$55 depending on the class and distance selected. For more information, visit www.barry-roubaix.com or contact Plite at (616) 863-3291. Donations being accepted for used sports equipment sale A gently used sports equipment and “Saxon Wear” sale will be held in the Community Education and Recreation Center gymnasium at Hastings High School, Saturday April 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Gentuly used sports equipment can be donated to the sale in big drop boxes at all of the Hastings Public Schools, or at the CERC gym the night before teh sale from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. All proceeds from the sale of the gently used sports equipment will go to the Child Abuse Prevention Council of Barry County to help prevent child abuse and neglect in Barry County. Also available will be uniforms and jerseys from the Saxon athletic programs. Sale of those school items will benefit Saxon Athletics. Questions about the event can be directed to Gina McMahon at (269) 948-0171, Mike Goggins at (269) 945-4409, Shelly Hart at (269) 945-2110, or Susan Post at (269) 9488090. by Brett Bremer It’s supposed to be David and Goliath, not David and David The weather lately has me wanting to be scarfing down a bag of peanuts in the bleachers somewhere, with a cold drink in one hand and an organ playing “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” in the background. But make no mistake about it. Despite the fact that none of the county’s varsity boys’ basketball teams even made it to a district championship game, it is still basketball season. Can you think of a better way to end a week - St. Patrick’s Day, followed by two days filled with 32 college basketball games, followed by your son’s first birthday party? Me either. With all those things to be thankful for, you’ve got to know that I could find something to gripe about no matter how sunny the skies are. There really isn’t much though. One of the fun parts of the NCAA basketball tournament is often the griping that comes in the few days leading up to the tournament, what seeds were horribly off, what teams got left out, what teams were let in. There isn’t a whole lot of that to do this year, no matter how loudly West Virginia coach Bob Huggins whines that his team should have been a number one seed instead of a number two. The toughest team you’ll face on the way to the elite eight is New Mexico, come on Bob. If you look a little bit closer you’ll see my only complaint. The best part of the NCAA tournament is seeing teams like Morgan State take on a West Virginia, or an Oakland University facing off against Pittsburgh. Sorry coach (Mike) Mohn, didn’t pick the Grizzlies in my bracket. Sorry Dad, didn’t pick the other Grizzlies (from Montana) either. Montana faces New Mexico in its opener. That doesn’t mean I don’t want the Griz to win, but my bracket picks would fail miserably if I picked all the teams I wanted to win. East Tennessee State isn’t beating Kentucky. Even if they’re not really underdogs or Cinderellas, too many times in this bracket are too of the smaller conference schools meeting up in the first round of the tournament. The worst spot is in the 7/10 match-ups. Clemson faces Missouri in one. Oklahoma State takes on Georgia Tech in another. Then there’s Richmond versus St. Mary’s. Nothing excites me about Clemson versus Missouri. Richmond and St. Mary’s both had great seasons for small schools, and it’s guaranteed that one of them won’t make it to the second round of the NCAA tournament. You know what two games I’d like to see, Clemson versus St. Mary’s and Richmond against Missouri. Sure the North Carolinas (well not this year), Kansases, and Kentuckies of the world are going to win the majority of the national championships, but watching Woffords and Utah States win games is the best part of the tournament. In the 8/9 pairings we couldn’t have seen Northern Iowa face Texas and UNLV take on Wake Forest. Instead, we have two good stories in Northern Iowa and UNLV meeting, while two underperforming big conference squads meet when Texas takes on Wake. There is one way for the little guys to make it all work out though, and get their chance against the big dogs - win. Northern Iowa wins and it gets to face Kansas. There’s the David and Goliath match-up. That’s one I want to see. Art and soccer meet for Phelps at SHU by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Delton Kellogg’s Cara Phelps is looking forward to being a senior leader for the Panther varsity girls’ soccer team this spring, before heading off to be a freshman at Siena Heights University (SHU). Phelps recently signed with the Siena Heights Women’s Soccer Program. “I’m looking forward to it, since I’m a senior now I can be the one to shine,” Phelps said of the upcoming season. “I’m not overshadowed by the older seniors. I can be the standout.” Phelps has been a stand-out for three seasons already on the Delton Kellogg varsity. She earned all-conference honors in the Kalamazoo Valley Association last year, and was named the Panthers’ defensive MVP. She’ll be back at her sweeper position again this spring, but is also looking forward to the chance to race around on the other end of the field. “She’s extremely talented in the backfield as a sweeper, and I’d like to get her up front because she’s very fast and can score some goals,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Tracy Webster. “I’ve made a pact with her. I will not keep her back the whole season, but she’s so good back there. She’s so aggressive, nobody can get past her.” Phelps chose Siena Heights as a place to study art before ever thinking of playing soccer there. Recent Delton Kellogg graduate Sarah Holroyd told her that many of the students at Siena Heights do play sports, so Phelps got in touch with women’s soccer coach Scott Oliver. “Cara is one of the best players on her team. So, we are excited about her ability and can not wait to watch her train with our team,” Oliver said. “She is a great person and an excellent student. “I am also excited that we have an Art Scholar on our team. I have never had a scholar-shipped art student in my tenure as coach. It is just nice to see that we can mix two of the best programs in this school. I am confident Delton Kellogg senior Cara Phelps is joined by her high school coach Tracy Webster (back from left) and parents Douglas and Laurie Phelps as she announces her plans to join the Siena Heights University Women’s Soccer Program after high school graduation. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Cara will do well in both fields.” Phelps has been playing soccer for 13 years. “Since I was about five-years-old,” she said. “As soon as we moved to Delton I started playing on AYSO teams, then got into a travel team and went all over. It’s kind of been my thing ever since.” Phelps played five years on an AYSO travel team that won countless tournaments, was ranked number one in its section (Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio) and they played in the national games in Lancaster, California. Phelps has been on the honor roll throughout all of high school, and she is ranked top ten in her class. She won a scholastic award for art this year. Also in high school, she received team MVP and Academic All-State honors in competitive cheer. She injured an ankle early on in the competitive cheer season this winter, and is still getting back to 100-percent. Vikes find it tough to score against Devils by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Of the two Class B District Semifinal contests played at Lakewood High School Wednesday, one was a thriller and one was not. Unfortunately for the host Vikings, they were on the wrong end of the wrong game. Gull Lake and Eaton Rapids earned the right to meet in last night’s district championship game with wins on Wednesday. Eaton Rapids knocked off Hastings 52-46 in overtime to start the night Wednesday, while Gull Lake defeated Lakewood 49-24 in the second semifinal. The young Viking squad, playing without senior point guard Ryne Musbach, was no match for the Blue Devils who are among the honorable mention ranks in Class B. Gull Lake’s full-court pressure made it tough for the Vikings to get the ball across half-court, then the pressure half-court defense made it hard for the Vikings to get shots off. The Blue Devils built a 37-8 lead through three quarters. Both teams started slow. The Blue Devils had their 6-0 lead cut in half by a three from Lakewood’s Nathan Bryans with 2 minutes and 42 seconds left in the opening quarter. Those were the last Lakewood points until late in the second quarter though, as the Blue Devils pushed their lead to 23-3. Despite scoring just seven points in the first half, the Blue Devils’ lead of 16 points at the break wasn’t completely insurmountable - until play started in the second half. The Blue Devils again shut out the Vikings for the majority of the period. A free throw by Jacob Cooper with 25 seconds left in the third accounted for Lakewood’s only point of that See VIKINGS, next page Lakewood’s Sam Desgranges (center) is pressured at the top of the key by Gull Lake’s John Jacobson (left) and Jalen Ford during the second quarter of Wednesday’s Class B District Semifinal. (Photo by Brett Bremer) �Page 18 — Thursday, March 18, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Future Spartan leads Greyhounds past Hastings by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Hastings senior Matt Cathcart stood with his elbows out and his hands locked behind his head trying to keep the moment from overwhelming him. The Saxon varsity boys’ basketball season came to an end Wednesday in the Class B The Saxons’ Jared Bosma pulls a loose ball away from Eaton Rapids’ Kyle Price on the floor during overtime Wednesday at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) District Semifinals at Lakewood High School. After leading for most of regulation, the Saxons were bounced from the state tournament by Eaton Rapids 52-46 in overtime. Cathcart scored the first points of the contest, two minutes in on an offensive put-back. Hastings led by as many as 11 points in the second quarter, took a 23-14 lead into the half-time locker room, and still led by eight (30-22) heading into the fourth. The Greyhounds outscored the Saxons 1810 in the fourth quarter, then went on an 8-0 run to start the overtime. “Life is to be lived, and we played not to lose in the second half,” said Hastings head coach Don Schils. Future Michigan State Spartan Alex Gauna, a 6-9 senior, led the Greyhounds with 28 points. He had 19 points in the fourth quarter and overtime combined, and didn’t miss a shot in the final 12 minutes. “I thought we did a phenomenal job on him,” Schils said. “We made him work very hard for his points. He’s a D1 player. I thought we did a great job on him. That’s a team effort. That’s not just one player.” Eaton Rapids took its first lead of the game on a bucket by Gauna with 4:35 left in the fourth quarter. The teams were back and forth from there through the rest of regulation. The Saxons’ Matt Cathcart watches a free throw fly, which tied Wednesday night’s Class B District Semifinal with Eaton Rapids at 40-40 with 10.1 seconds to go in regulation at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Cathcart drilled a pair of free throws to tie the game at 40-40 with 10.1 seconds left in the fourth quarter and send it to overtime. Offensive rebounds led to the first two overtime baskets for the Greyhounds. “They got some confidence, and they started getting some offensive rebounds. We weren’t blocking out and there was the momentum shift,” Schils said. That shift started in the fourth quarter. The Saxons built their early lead on the strength of their rebounding. Of the Saxons’ 23 first half points, 13 were second-chance points following offensive rebounds. “They played harder for three quarters. That was a concern going in,” Eaton Rapids head coach Adam Trumpour said. “We matched them after that. Talent won out, because we finally decided to match their effort. And that’s all we did, match it. “Hastings played hard. I think they deserved it. It’s a cruel game sometimes. I’ve been on both sides of it, and I’m very proud to escape with a win, and you can underline escape.” Grant Heide had 15 points to lead the Saxon offense. Cathcart finished with 12 points. Dustin Glaser had eight points and six rebounds, while Zack Passmore added four points, seven boards, and four assists. Travis Wells chipped in ten points for the Greyhounds, and Alex Archambeau added nine. Hastings ends the year with a record of 715. “I think that for all the stuff that has happened this year, a lot of teams could have folded many times over, and (these seniors) didn’t let that happen,” Schils said. Eaton Rapids saw its season end Friday, in the district championship game at Lakewood High School. Gull Lake topped the Greyhounds 62-50, overcoming a five-point deficit heading into the fourth quarter. The Greyhounds finish the year with a 139 record. Eaton Rapids’ Alex Gauna (left) and Hastings’ Dustin Glaser battle for the tip to start overtime Wednesday at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) VIKINGS, continued from previous The Vikings’ Dylan Benit drives past Gull Lake’s John Jacobson late in the first half Wednesday at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) quarter. Bryans led Lakewood on the night with six points, and Sam Desgranges had four. Desgranges was one of just three Viking seniors on the roster this season. Gull Lake had 11 different players score, led by Adam Peters who had ten points. Taylor Schultz added seven points, and Adrian Zuidweg and Trenton Messer had six each. Lakewood ends the season with a 7-15 record. Gull Lake went on to defeat Eaton Rapids in the district championship game Friday night, 52-40. The Blue Devils trailed the Greyhounds 45-40 heading into the fourth quarter, before going on a 22-5 run to close out the contest. Messer led the Devils with 25 points, and Schultz added 12. Eaton Rapids got 21 points from Alex Gauna and 12 from Alex Archambeau. Gull Lake was slated to play in the Class B Regional Championship at Otsego High School against Stevensville Lakeshore last night. The Blue Devils defeated South Haven 52-40 in their regional semifinal Monday, while Lakeshore scored a 56-42 win over Marshall. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-03-25.pdf 6be7f38cb5b57932d13243bc250912af PDF Text Text City allows temporary fencing Death of actor stirs thoughts of hero All-Barry County teams announced See Story on Page 2 See Editorial on Page 4 See Stories on Pages 17-19 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 12 NEWS BRIEFS Blood drive planned tomorrow Michigan Community Blood Centers will hold a blood drive Friday, March 26, from 1 to 6 p.m. in the community room of Hastings City Bank. Those who donate will be entered in a drawing for door prizes which include $50 savings bond, gift certificates and fleece blankets. Donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds and be in good general health. Friday night music benefits CASA The Friday night music series at the Middle Villa Inn continues to help raise funds for groups aiding the community. On Friday, March 26, Pacific Lite will be performing, and CASA for Kids will be the recipient of a portion of the $7 cover charge. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the music is from 7 to 10 p.m. Anyone planning to attend the concert should call 269-7953640 to make reservations. Craft show set for Saturday The welcome mat is out for the public to attend the sixth annual March Mania Arts and Crafts Event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 27, at Hastings Nazarene Family Life Center, 1716 N. Broadway (M-43) in Hastings. Kids Korner with face-painting and make-and-take crafts was such a hit last year that the church’s youth group will once again entertain children while parents shop. This year’s featured artist is Grace McKinnon, of Middleville, a painter in a variety of media, subjects and styles. Many booths will offer everything from purses to placemats and from handmade furniture to nature photography. Children can guess the number of M&Ms in a jar, and the one closest to the actual number wins a huge Easter basket. There will be a silent auction, bake sale, “spa area” and a free drawing for a $20 gas card. BANNER Free hearing, vision screening offered Free hearing and vision screening will be offered Friday, April 2, at the BarryEaton District Health Department, 330 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings. For more information, call 269-9459516 ext. 133. PRICE 75¢ Thursday, March 25, 2010 Fees for septic tanks, wells questioned by county board by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At Tuesday’s meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners, Eric Pessell and Regina Young, both representing the BarryEaton District Health Department, answered questions regarding a regulation instituted in 2007 by the health department and commonly known as the time of sale or transfer ordinance or TOST Ordinance. The regulation, which actually is titled “Regulations Governing On-site Sewage and On-site Water Supply System Evaluation and Maintenance in Barry and Eaton County, Michigan,” establishes standards for the condition of septic tanks and wells that must be met before properties with such features can be sold or transferred. Some commissioners recently have voiced concerns about how the regulation has been implemented, and Pessell’s and Young’s presence was arranged so that commissioners and the public would be able to have their concerns about the regulation addressed. Prior to answering questions, Pessell, who serves as environmental health director for the health department, gave an overview of the regulation. “Since we implemented the regulation in November 2007, in our opinion, the program has effectively served to further the cause of public health protection, water resource protection and preservation of the natural environment,” he said. As part of the regulation, the health department reviews evaluations of septic tanks and wells conducted by third-party inspectors. According to Pessell, the health department has reviewed just over 2,000 evaluations since 2007. In his overview, Pessell addressed what he said were some of the more common concerns about the regulation, including a concern that the regulation requires that septic tanks and wells meet current sanitary codes. Pessell explained that nearly 45 percent of the evaluations approved by the health department entail the acceptance of septic tanks and wells that are not up to code. “The fact is that, upon receiving evaluation reports, the health department authorizes many systems that do not meet our current sanitary code,” he said. Another issue with the regulation identified by Pessell was a concern that the regulation’s implementation has not reflected its intent. According to Pessell, the concern about implementation often arises from the section of the regulation that reads, “It is not the intent of this regulation to cause existing functional systems, which do not meet current construction standards, and in the case of on-site water supply systems, which are not subject to contamination, to be brought into compliance with such standards.” “Remember, that’s not the purpose of the program, that’s the intent of the program,” he said. “... This section was included to clarify the intent and is often misunderstood. In the case of wells that are subject to contamination and wells that vary significantly from construction and isolation standards, repair or replacement is necessary.” According to Pessell, the health department charges $130 to review evaluations of septic tanks and wells and $80 to review evaluations of only septic tanks or wells. Pessell explained that the charges support only 35 percent of the costs associated with the regulation, with the remainder of the expenses being supplemented by the state and the health department’s general fund. “Most of our programs’ fees cover less than 50 percent of the cost,” he said. Commissioner Joe Lyons, who also is owner of Lyons Septic Tank Services, explained that, if the commissioners who supported institution of the regulation three years ago had known that the fees charged by the health department to implement the regulation would not have supported its costs, they would not have stood behind it. “I don’t think there would have been a commissioner on the board that would have voted for it,” he said. Also raising a concern about the regulation, Sheriff warns parents, schools about deceitful containers by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer A two-liter of pop may hold more than just carbonation. Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf described a few contraptions meant to fool the average eye. A can of soda, box of dental floss or even a twoliter beverage bottle may be hiding items inside. Leaf said the items are legal to possess and purchase, the substances put inside them are what make them suspicious. “They’re legal to buy, legal to sell, but it’s your option what you put in there,” said Leaf. “Just like anything else, what you choose to put in there is what could get you in trouble.” Workshop to cover discussing disability with employer Disability Network Southwest Michigan will present a workshop on common concerns about when to tell an employer about a disability. Participants will learn how to disclose a disability as well as understand the process for determining why a disclosure may be necessary at all. The workshop will be held Wednesday, March 31, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Michigan Works Service Center in Hastings, 535 W. Woodlawn Ave. The workshop is free but pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, call Michele at Disability Network Southwest Michigan at 877-674-5209. Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PARAPHERNALIA, continued on page 16 Left, What appears to be a seemingly innocent container may actually provide the perfect hiding place for illegal items. Vice Chairman Craig Stolsonburg, who is a real estate agent, explained that the fee to evaluate a septic tank and well in Barry County currently is about $350, more than $100 than what such evaluations cost when sanitarians from the health department conducted them prior to the regulation taking effect. Some third-party evalu- ators are not as experienced as sanitarians from the health department, and this has caused agreements between sellers and buyers of real estate to fall through, he added. “In my mind, they’re getting an inferior prod- COUNTY BOARD, continued on page 6 In protest of meatless day – About 200 people were served 500 hamburgers and hot dogs in about a two hour period on the Michigan Capitol lawn last Saturday. Barry County farmer and friends stage meat cookout on state capitol lawn In direct response to what Barry County farmer George Hubka called an insult by Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm, he and his friends held a “successful” Ag Day Meat BBQ Cookout on the State Capitol lawn last Saturday. That was the day Granholm had proclaimed “Michigan Meatout Day,” declaring that the state’s residents should not eat meat on March 20. Hubka, of Dowling, a part time crop farmer, said he and other volunteers served nearly 200 attendees about 500 hamburgers and hot dogs in about a two hour period. Hubka declared the event a complete success. He said the people who attended were “glad ... to be out here enjoying delicious Michigan meat products, despite the cold and wet weather ... They were overly friendly to the farmer. The PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) people didn’t show up ..." Hubka said he was told that Granholm was heard on Detroit radio station WJR telling the public that a clerk signed the Michigan Meatout Day proclamation and the governor meant no harm by it. After the Meatout Day proclamation angered the state’s meat producers and others, Granholm issued a proclamation declaring Saturday, March 20, Michigan Agriculture Day to coincide with National Agriculture Day. "Our state's agricultural diversity offers something for everyone," Granholm said in a press release. "From top-quality meat and vegetables to fine produce like apples, melons and blueberries, Michigan farmers produce wholesome, healthy food we all can enjoy." Agriculture is the second largest component of Michigan's economy with an impact of more than $71.3 billion. Between 2006 and 2007, agriculture grew more than five times faster than the state's general economy - 11.9 percent versus 2 percent - “making it a key component of Michigan's economy now and into the future,” the press release said. With an annual economic impact of $394 million, Michigan cattle production ranks 30th in the nation. The Michigan poultry industry produces 2.7 billion eggs each year, adding up to an annual value of $211.5 mil- PROTEST, continued on page 8 Green Gables, YMCA get largest share of United Way funds Through contributions from more than 3,500 donors who chose to contribute through the “Live United” campaign, the Barry County United Way is able to fund many of the agencies that applied for funding this year. “Not only were we able to fulfill their request, several received more than requested once their designations were added in,” said Cort Collison, chairperson of the allocations committee. The allocations committee is made up of a diverse group of volunteers who represent all areas of Barry County. Twenty-nine community members made up six panels that met with agencies that had requested funding. Agencies must meet the community impact agenda, the mission statement of United Way and strict financial requirements. “This is the hardest committee to serve on,” said Collison, “The agencies all provide a great service to our community. Deciding what level to fund them at is very difficult.” Thirty-two programs requested funding ranging from $300 to $99,000. In the area of youth achieving full potential, 12 programs were funded. 4-H, $41,095; Barry County Substance Abuse School-Based Prevention Program $17,000; Big Brothers Big Sisters $7,232; The Ark – Catholic Family Services $2,732; Hastings City Police DARE program $2,675; Barry County Sheriff’s Department School Liaison program $7,000; Gerald R. Ford Boy Scouts $8,574; Glowing Embers Girl Scouts $10,000; Leadership Youth Quest $5,622; Thornapple Parks and Recreation $7,492; and the YMCA $87,365. Seven programs received funding for supporting families to achieve well being and success. Those receiving allocations included: MSU Building Strong Families $17,645; Court-Appointed Special Advocates $9,000; Barry County Child Abuse Newsletter $1,700; Barry County Child Abuse What to Expect the First Year book $2,010; Barry County Child Abuse Baby Basics $300; Commission on Aging Kinship Care $13,085; and Habitat for Humanity $12,263. Two programs will be funded in the area of helping senior adults find support and maintain independence. The Barry County Commission on Aging will be receiving $7,600 for Meals on Wheels and $2,150 for in-home services. In the impact area of addressing urgent and emerging needs, four programs were funded. Barry County 211 will receive $15,000, Barry County Child Abuse Prevention Council Crib program will receive $11,130. Emergency Funding will receive $27,000. The Food Bank of South Central Michigan will receive $11,000, Manna’s Market will receive $12,961, and Green Gables Haven has been allocated $70,000. Three agencies were granted to continue their partnership status: Barry Eaton Health Plan, Community Action and the Victim Services Unit. Through the Live United campaign, designations were received for 51 organizations that are not partner agencies through Barry County United Way. Twenty-one agencies that are located in Barry County will receive $10,437 and 32 national organizations and out-county agencies will receive $10,047. Programs that are operated within the Barry County United Way that are funded through grants or other non-campaign contributions include the Fresh Food Initiative, Information and Referral Services, the Volunteer Center, Continuum of Care – Homeless Prevention, Stuff our Station, the Backpack Program and the Smoke Detector Program. “Again, we thank the donors to Barry County United Way for enabling the allocations process to work in our community,” said Collison, “Together we are able to change lives and impact the future of Barry County.” Anyone would like further information on the programs and agencies funded by Barry County United Way, should contact Lani Forbes at 269-945-4010. �Page 2 — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner City council approves ordinances for signs, antennas and fencing by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Hastings City Council approved three new ordinances Monday evening, one regulating directional signs for schools and hospitals, another regulating private communication antennas, and a third regarding temporary fencing to protect landscaping. The first two ordinances passed by 8-1 vote, with Trustee Frank Campbell casting the dissenting vote and the third by a 7-2 vote with Trustee Dave Tossava joining Campbell in casting dissenting votes. Campbell did not give a reason for his dissenting votes during Monday’s meeting. Ordinance 445 allows the installation of way-finding signs for schools and Pennock Hospital in the right-of-way on city streets or on city property with permission from the city council. The previous zoning code did not allow for off-premise signs in the city. In his comments to the council, City Manager Jeff Mansfield stated that it seemed reasonable to allow signs for facilities such as government buildings, schools and hospitals that serve the public or the community. Ordinance 456 requires satellite dish antennas to be placed a minimum of five feet from any front yard lot line under all circumstances. Last year, the council amended the existing code to require that all antennas be placed at least 20 feet from the front yard property line unless it could be demonstrated that doing so would prevent reasonable reception of satellite television signals; then the antenna could encroach on the setback. However, after a property owner recently demonstrated that the only place he could get reception was immediately adjacent to the property line on an tall mounting pole, members of the Hastings Planning Commission recommended that the ordinance be approved to prevent such installations in the future. Ordinance 457 allows the installation of temporary fences under certain conditions including potential damage from weather or animals such as deer which often forage on landscaping within the city limits. Prior to adoption of the ordinance Monday, such fences were subject to the much more rigid requirements required for permanent fencing related to location and construction. Campbell and Tossava both voted against the ordinance without giving a reason for their dissent. However, during the first reading of the proposed ordinance earlier this month, Campbell said he thought the city was over creating too many ordinances and overregulating what its residents could do with their property. He also stated that he felt the city should look into culling the deer herd before taking other action. Later during the meeting, Mansfield noted that John Legg, a wildlife biologist with the Southwestern Management Unit of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment, would attend the next regular meeting of the Hastings City Council to discuss wildlife management, including urban deer-culling programs. The next regular council meeting is set for 7 p.m. Monday, April 12. In other business, the council: • Heard from Rick Clark from Broadstripe Cable, who was there to answer questions and complaints regarding cable television and other services the company offers in the city. Clark said the company has hired nearly 80 employees for its customer service telephone center, which he feels should improve service and response. Campbell complained that the company’s ads were misleading because they promote a senior citizen discount, which is apparently only available on premium packages. He also said customers were required to pay for service before the service is rendered, which he said was unfair to senior citizens, especially when the cable digital television signal is often interrupted for days at a time. Clark said that customers who experience a disruption in service may request a rate adjustment when their service has been disrupted for more than a day. • Approved a request from Janet Doane and Patty Osborn to hold the annual March for Babies event at Fish Hatchery Park from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 8, with setup for the event from 3 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 7. • Approved a request from Carrie Larabee, the regional commissioner for AYSO soccer, to allow the organization to use the soccer fields at Tyden and Fish Hatchery parks for practice from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, with games scheduled for 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays starting the week of April 12 and running through the week of June 1. • Approved a request from Barry County YMCA to use the following park facilities for the following events: The softball diamond at Fish Hatchery Park from 2 to 6 p.m. Sundays, April 18 through June 6, for adult co-ed kickball; the Bob King baseball diamond from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, April 19 through June 10, for youth baseball; the Fish Hatchery softball diamond from 6 to 10 p.m. Thursdays, July 22 through Sept. 16, for adult co-ed softball; Bob King Park from 8:45 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday June 14 through June 25 for the YMCA playground program. • Approved a request from Wendy’s to close one block of Market Street between West State Street and Apple Street from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 18, for its annual classic car show. • Approved a resolution to authorize Hastings Mayor Bob May and Hastings City Clerk and Treasurer Tom Emery to sign a contract with the Michigan Department of Transportation for reconstruction of South Jefferson Street. • Rejected, at the request of Department of Public Service (DPS) Director Tim Girrbach, all bids for wood cabinets for the wastewater treatment plant. Girrbach recommended the council reject all proposals because after reviewing the bids received, he said it became obvious that the cabinets proposed would not be suitable for the plant. The specifications for the cabinets and the bidding documents will be revised to better reflect the needs of the DPS before the request for bids is reissued. • Discussed setting a date for the council, city staff, members of the Downtown Development Authority, the Hastings Planning Commission and downtown merchants and property owners to meet with representatives from the Dwelling Place to discuss a potential condominium development project on State Street between Michigan Avenue and Church Streets. • Heard a report from Community Development Director John Hart regarding the selection of 10 sculptures that will be on display at various locations throughout the city from May through April 2011. City staff will generate a map with the proposed location of the sculptures which will be presented to the council during its first regular meeting in May, which is scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, May 10. $2.5 million budget reduction means staff cuts at TK by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg School Superintendent Gary Rider faced a room full of teachers, support staff, administrators and parents Monday, March 22, as he detailed how the district was going to meet a possible $2.5 million cut in the budget for the 2010-11 school year. He opened his presentation of the budgetreduction plan by saying, it continues to keep students first. Other guidelines he discussed were the need for the district to be fiscally responsible, retain programs and retain people. He also told the audience that one of the areas school officials are using as they analyze possible cuts was system analysis. He said it is important to look at consequences and make sure that the “cure is not worse than the disease.” He detailed possible cuts from general operations, instruction, administration, elementary and secondary staff, special education, support personnel and athletics. In general operations, the district has already begun to discontinue substitutes for custodians. Extra summer cleaners will be reduced, the district is looking at sharing the Kent Intermediate School District bus run with Caledonia Community Schools. Selfoperated driver education classes are being replaced with a contracted service. The auditorium manager and energy manager will be reduced, the police liaison officer has been eliminated, and more green school initiatives are being sought. In addition, the district is looking into increasing facility-use revenues by raising the costs for community groups to use the schools. Rider told board members that this was a balance between making the community welcome in the schools and better reflecting costs of community use. The projected savings is $127,900. Under instruction, textbook purchases have been frozen for the coming school year, professional development conferences have been reduced, substitute costs for curriculum work during the school day by teachers and after school programs are now paid by tuition. The expected savings from instruction are $170,500. The administration will have reduced salaries and benefits, bringing a projected savings of $140,000. The district will reduce the elementary staff by 2.5 teaching positions. This includes a half-time Young Fives teacher at McFall and a second and third grade teacher at Lee Elementary School. In addition, a full time literacy coach position will be eliminated. At the secondary level, including both the middle and high schools, three teaching positions will be cut. In addition a part-time literacy coach, one or two counselors and the middle school media teacher position will be eliminated. The district will reduce extra days for counselors. These projected savings is between $391,500 to $491,500. In its totals, the district is using the $391,500 amount since there is some flexibility in the number of counselors. Rider added that while the media position was being eliminated at the middle school, that person is a certified teacher and will be taking a middle school teaching position. In special education, one teaching position will be eliminated with a savings of $65,000. Among support personnel, the district plans to eliminate two of the day custodians at the elementary level with the remaining position traveling between the three schools dur- ing the day. Two secretarial positions, one media assistant, an alternative education aide, three part-time food service/office manager positions and one special education aide positions will be eliminated. The district also plans to reduce copy center hours. The projected savings at the support personnel level is $312,500. In the athletics area, the district plans to reduce expenses and increase revenues with the one-way transportation plan, where possible, and increasing the pay-to-participate. The total projected savings come to a total of $1.56 million. If a second counselor position is eliminated, the total would be about $1.66 million. Following this presentation, members of the board of education approved voluntary employee severance incentive plans for both teachers and support staff. These plans were signed by Kevin Kane, president of the teachers union, the TKEA and Diane Knight from the support association TSESP. The employees have until May 7 to sign up for these plans. They also have a week to decide to withdraw from the plans. After May 14, the board will be considering the retirement requests. At least two eligible teacher participants must sign up for the plan to become effective and Rider said the district will accept applications for more. In addition, the plan provides further incentives if more teachers apply under the plan. Eligible teachers must have completed at least 30 years of service credit under the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System as of June 30 or otherwise qualify for a pension under the MPSERS guidelines as of June 30. The eligible teacher The March 22 Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education meeting had an audience of teachers, support staff, administrators and parents wanting to learn about proposed cost-saving measures, including staff reductions. (Photo by Patricia Johns) needs to be employed by the TK district or on approved leave during the 2009-10 school year. Incentive benefits depend on the total number of teachers who apply for and are accepted in the plan. For two teachers, they will receive $25,000; if three teachers apply, each will receive $30,000; and four or more teachers will receive $35,000 each. Support staff applying for the incentive also must meet the MPSERS guidelines by June 30. According to the information approved by the board, there is no maximum to the number of support staff who can seek the early retirement incentive. The benefit for support staff is 35 percent of the total salary for the 2009-10 school year as of June 25. Rider told the board that this has been a difficult time to be a superintendent. He noted that the district was using a proposed cut of $255 per pupil in the state budget, but he said that figure may change. Some proposals estimate as little as $118 reduction per student. He also noted the importance of having the state approve its next budget by June so that school districts know what to expect since they must approve their budget by July 1. He and school board president Don Haney stressed that TK has had time to look into cuts needed to meet the budget for the 2010-11 school year. TK Finance Director Chris Marcy also detailed changes, including savings in the district in the budget for the 2009-10 school year. She also noted that the district should have about 12.5 percent in its fund balance for the 2010-11 school year. Ceremonial signing celebrates partnership between Pennock and DeVos Children’s Hospital by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Pennock Health Services is among 29 Michigan hospitals to formalize an affiliation with Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids to improve health care for children and families around the state. The participating hospitals are as far south as Lakeland Regional Hospital System in St. Joseph and Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo and as far north as Marquette General Health System in Marquette and War Memorial Hospital in Sault Ste. Marie. The partnership between Pennock and DeVos was formalized last August, but the ceremonial signing was held at Pennock last Monday. “...This really is a celebration, and we’re thrilled to be able to have a partnership with Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital,” Pennock Chief Executive Officer Sheryl Lewis Blake told the audience of Pennock colleagues, officials from DeVos and other guests. “This is an opportunity for us to link resources with our community, both in professional education and with clinical connectivity to improve the quality of patient care. That’s what we’re here for to make sure that our children and our children’s children are well cared for,” she said. The Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Partners in Children’s Health program brings hospitals together to improve access to pediatric specialty services and continuing profes- Pennock Chief Executive Officer Sheryl Lewis Blake and Bob Connors, MD, president of Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital, take part in a ceremonial signing in Hastings last Monday to celebrate the partnership of the two health care facilities. sional education. Dr. Bob Connors, president of Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital and previously a pediatric surgeon for many years, told the audience the idea for the partnership program developed “because we have a lot of respect for what’s happening in the hospital here at Hastings and also around the state. Our whole idea was: Wouldn’t it be great if we could partner with you to help you do what you do in your hospital as well as you can do it?.” He noted that smaller hospitals don’t have many children as patients, “but when you see them, you want to take great care of them. We like to share all of our medical protocol ... We can work together to make your environment the highest quality and our environment the highest quality as well ... Frankly, there are times when we need your help with advocacy, sometimes with child health care issues. We are all interested in that ...” According to a press release, “as part of the affiliation agreement, Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital offers assistance with quality initiatives, clinical outreach and pediatric-specific continuing medical education programming for the hospitals’ pediatricians and other clinical staff members The affiliation also provides an opportunity for periodic community education programs and advocacy for children’s health and safety in Hastings.” In addition to strengthening pediatric care, Connors said, the agreement “connects Pennock Health Services to a regional system of care for children, dedicated to providing care close to home and linking the hospital to a comprehensive children’s hospital.” Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital, a member of Spectrum Health, is a teaching hospital with more than 150 pediatric specialty physicians who have specialized training in providing medical and surgical care to children in more than 40 pediatric specialties. Steve Marzolf, chief nursing officer at Pennock, said. “Our hospital and medical Some of the guests at the ceremonial signing gather around a partnership plaque presented from Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital to Pennock Health Care Services. From left are Gwen Fosse, RN, outreach nurse from DeVos; Dr. Carrie Wilgus, Hastings pediatrician; Dr. Bob Connors, president of Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital; Sheryl Lewis Blake, Pennock chief executive officer; Steve Marzolf, Pennock chief nursing officer; Dr. Amy Beck, Hastings pediatrician; Dr. Dawn Rosser, Hastings pediatrician; and Lynette Johnson, RN, neonatal outreach from DeVos. staff are extremely pleased and feel very fortunate to collaborate with Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital as it is one of the most respected children’s hospitals in the area. Pennock Health Services, based in Hastings, includes an 88-bed hospital and provides healthcare services with state-ofthe-art technology to more than 130,000 people per year. In the past three years, Pennock has been recognized with the coveted Solucient Top 100® Hospital Award, and has received Governor’s Awards for Improving Safety and Quality of Care in the Hospital Setting and the “101 Best and Brightest Places to Work” Award. Sirens to sound Saturday, April 3 The Hastings Fire Department will be testing its tornado siren starting Saturday, April 3, at 1 p.m. and continuing on the first Saturday of every month through September. If the city is under a tornado watch or warning or a Condition Red at the scheduled time, the siren will not be tested. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — Page 3 Local Michigan Works employee nominated for award Emily Gary, an adult case manager for Michigan Works in Barry County, was among nominees for the Elaine Furu-Baker Flynn Legacy Award who were recognized at a breakfast March 22 at the Calhoun Intermediate School District. Other Michigan Works nominees included MiChelle Fowler, coordinator in Branch County; Marquetta Frost, youth case manager in Calhoun County; Jerry Mainstone, Barry/Branch/Calhoun Workforce Development Board vice chair; and Robin McVeigh, regional coordinator in Barry, Branch, and Calhoun counties. The first recipient of the award, Harry Bonner Sr., also was present at the breakfast. Bonner was honored with the Elaine Furu-Baker Flynn Legacy Award at the Barry/Branch/Calhoun Workforce Development Meeting March 16. Elaine Furu-Baker worked tirelessly for over 30 years in the field of workforce development, including 13 years as the director of Workforce Development at the Calhoun ISD Michigan Works Agency. Elaine died May 7, 2008, following a six-year battle with cancer. The award was established in December of 2009 in memory of Elaine to recognize individuals, like her, with a connection to the Barry/Branch/Calhoun Michigan Works system who perform “above and beyond” or in an extraordinary fashion and whose dedication to the Michigan Works system is remarkable. The winner of the award was announced Feb. 10, Elaine’s birthday. Nominations for this award will be accepted each year in January with the announcement being made each year on Elaine’s birthday. The Michigan Works System is a comprehensive workforce development system composed of federal and state-funded programs to prepare people for jobs and careers so employers have the skilled workers they need to be competitive in a global economy. The governor, through the Michigan Department of Energy, Labor and Economic Growth, provides administration and oversight of programs at the state level. The system is governed locally by a partnership between the Barry, Branch, Calhoun Workforce Development Board, and the chief executive officer’s board made up of county commissioners. Fuller Street students meet million-minute reading challenge two months early by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer It is said that a picture is worth a thousand words. There is one picture, however, that is worth 1 million minutes. This May, Fuller Street Elementary Principal Jason Miller will have his picture taken while he is on top of the building reading to students. The students of Fuller Street Elementary in Nashville began the year with a challenge from the teachers: to read 1 million minutes by the end of the year. Not only did they rise to the challenge, they knocked it out of the park by reaching the goal this week — well ahead of the May deadline. “We were planning on, if the kids each read 300 minutes a month ... or 10 minutes a night, Emily Gary, (left) an adult case manager at Michigan Works in Hastings, holds a plaque as she is accompanied by Valerie Eavey, programs coordinator at the office. (Not pictured is Brandi Lydy who nominated Emily.) Sign up begins for Youth Quest weekend These students earned recognition as some of the top readers in the school during the million-minute reading challenge. Show books they won that had been donated by Maple Valley Pharmacy are (front row, from left) Breanna Kikendall, Taylor Craft, Evan Chapman, Rebecca Peck; (back) Duncan Seume, Austin Schantz, Garnet Sheridan, Anna Brooks, Austin Colyer, Cameron Wells and Victoria Clark. Fuller Street Principal Jason Miller serves Dr. Seuss cake at the kick-off event for March is Reading Month. by May, we would have reached the goal. So, for them to reach 1 million minutes in the second week of March is incredible, unbelievable,” said Miller. The feat is even more incredible, said Miller by taking into consideration that the students range from kindergarten to third grade, when many are just learning to read. “It blew me away, and I’m sure that it blew the staff away,” he added. The program coincides with a balanced literacy program that has been implemented district-wide. As part of the reward, students will enjoy an ice cream party in the coming weeks, and a big celebration is planned for May when Miller will make the journey to the roof to read to the entire student body. Maple Valley Pharmacy donated books for the millionminute reading challenge, and the Maple Valley Kiwanis Club donated $100 toward the program. Miller is quick to give credit to the teachers and staff at Fuller Elementary who have helped promote the program and keep the students excited about reading. “This is really attributable to the staff and Title I teachers who have promoted it, reminded students to read and developed prizes to keep the kids in it the whole year,” said Miller. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Young people from across Barry County will be at YMCA Camp Algonquin from Friday, June 11, to Sunday, June 13, learning about themselves and their future challenges. The Leadership Barry County Youth Quest Teen Leadership Conference offers area 10th, 11th and 12th graders the opportunity to define and develop concepts that are vital to building strong leaders. “Activities are designed to help the students achieve success through team-building, goal-setting, cooperation and creative problem-solving,” said LBC Director Jennifer Richards. Participants also will learn their own personal leadership styles and how to recognize the leadership styles of others. “The goal of this highly interactive weekend is to help the students become more effective both as leaders and as members of a team and to realize the full scope of their potential,” added Richards. The program is open to area high school students who are identified and sponsored by area organizations or businesses as future leaders. “It is a wonderful opportunity for the honored youth to further develop their leadership and interpersonal skills through intense interactive exercises, team-building activities and group networking,” she said. Camp Algonquin is located five miles northwest of Hastings at 2055 Iroquois Trail. Richards said the facilities are rustic but comfortable. Participants must bring their own bedding; bunks are provided. Richards stressed that safety is the top priority of the weekend. When using challenge equipment, all participants wear appropriate safety gear, helmets, harnesses and sling lines. All adventure activities are led by trained and certified YMCA Adventure facilitators. “The success of the Leadership Barry County Youth Quest Teen Leadership Conference weekend relies up the full participation of all attendees,” she added. “Students are expected to stay on site for the entire weekend.” The program, including all materials, lodging at the YMCA Camp Algonquin, meals and activities, is offered at $150 per student. For additional information or to sponsor a student, contact Leadership Barry County at 269945-0526 or via e-mail to jen@barrycf.org. Class size is limited. Home-schooled students also may attend. Hastings Business Professionals of America students attend state conference Winners at the state BPA convention were (front row, from left) Brian Hughes, Jayson Brooks, Veronica Hayden, (back) Nick Kovacevich and Robert Endsley. Sixteen Hastings High School business students attended the Business Professionals of America (BPA) State Leadership Conference, “Breaking Boundaries,” held at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel and Davenport University in Grand Rapids March 18 to 21. To participate at the state level, students had to qualify at a regional event in January. Junior Veronica Hayden, Hastings BPA chapter president, took fifth place honors in payroll accounting. This event tests the student’s knowledge of manual payroll procedures. In addition to an objective test, the students calculate gross earnings, complete a payroll register, post employee records, and prepare payroll income tax forms. Hayden is now eligible to compete at the BPA National Leadership Conference, “Shoot for Success,” in Anaheim, Calif., May 5 to 9. When asked why she is involved in BPA, Veronica stated, “The regional and state leadership conferences are wonderful learning experiences. I have been able to meet new friends and gain valuable life skills.” The computer animation team, consisting of Jayson Brooks, Brian Hughes and Nick Kovacevich, was excited to earn sixth place. Their entry was a two-minute animated commercial that promotes local attractions in Washington, D.C., the site for next year’s national conference. It featured Abraham Lincoln as a tour guide to attractions such as the Library of Congress, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, Arlington National Cemetery, Tomb of the Unknowns and the International Spy Museum. They used Adobe Flash to create the visuals and FLStudios software to add the sound to their commercial. Senior Robert Endsley was a dual winner, earning sixth place in both advanced spreadsheet applications and database applications. In advanced spreadsheet applications, Robert developed solutions to business problems using many of the advanced features within the Microsoft Excel skill standards for the MOS Spreadsheet Expert Exam. For database applications, he demonstrated a mastery of database development skills including object creation, data analysis, formula creation and reporting features used in a variety of database scenarios. In addition to the competitions, students at the conference had the opportunity to attend “Legacy Launcher” business presentations on a variety of business topics, visit with representatives from many colleges, enjoy a formal dinner and dance and participate in the election process to select the new state officer team. Jessica Kloosterman, chapter parliamentarian, commented about the parliamentary procedure team. “When the year started, we had a very young team with only two members returning (Kloosterman and Hayden). We worked hard to get everyone up to speed, having two meetings each week. We made it to the state conference, which was the team’s goal. BPA is such a great way to learn lifelong skills and meet new people. I’m so glad I joined.” First-year member Morgan Stowe, a junior, said, “Attending this year’s BPA State Leadership Conference was an uplifting and irreplaceable experience. The professional environment and enthusiasm of all of my competitors pushed me to work hard and helped me realize what I need to do to become successful in the business world. This conference is definitely one I will strive to attend every year.” Business Professionals of America is a cocurricular career and technical organization for students preparing for careers in business and information technology. The mission of Business Professionals of America is to contribute to the preparation of a world-class workforce through the advancement of leadership, citizenship, academic and technological skills. More than 5,200 members are in approximately 140 chapters in Michigan. The Michigan Association is divided into 10 regions and is the fourth largest state association. Approximately 2,000 students representing the 10 Michigan regions attended the Grand Rapids conference. The local chapter advisors are business teachers Nancy Cottrell and Tracy George. Local Social Security contact station reducing hours The Social Security Administration is reducing visits to the Hastings contact station and accepting visitors by appointment only. Effective April 1, the new schedule will be the fourth Tuesday of each month from 9 a.m. to noon. In addition, all visitors must first make an appointment by calling the Battle Creek office at 269-962-0910 or 800-772-1213. The contact station is located at the Department of Human Services Office, 430 E. Barfield Dr., Hastings. There are also many other ways to conduct business with Social Security. Social Security’s toll-free telephone number, 800772-1213, is available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday for handling most inquiries. Certain services, such as getting an application for a Social Security card or to get a Social Security benefit estimate, are available 24 hours a day through the toll-free number. The representatives answering the phones have access to the same information that is available at the local office. Another way to do business with Social Security is online at www.socialsecurity.gov. Applications for retirement, spouses and disability benefits can be completed online. Also available are the ability to request a Social Security statement, benefit verification statement, Medicare replacement card, or replacement for a lost, damaged or missing SSA1099. Attending the state competition representing Hastings High School are (front row, from left) Melinda Kloosterman, Morgan Stowe, Brooke Blair, Erica Krouse, Jessica Kloosterman, Veronica Hayden (back) Jared Bosma, Matt Feldpausch, Jayson Brooks, Cody Davis, Brian Hughes, Nick Kovacevich, Keith Garber, Robert Endsley, Kevin Bosma and Zach Bolthouse. �Page 4 — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Death of actor stirs thoughts of American hero Is Prairieville Township showing favoritism? To the editor: At the March 10 Prairieville Township meeting, the ground maintenance contract was awarded to Bourdo Lawn Care. The township board voted three in favor and Trustee Bill Miller opposed. Bourdo Lawn Care had provided the service in 2009, and the board and residents thought he did a great job. I believe Mr. Bourdo has an excellent work ethic, is of good character and is well-thought of in the Prairieville area. Unfortunately, he was not the lowest bidder. In fact, the majority of the nine bids received were lower. I was asked by Supervisor Jim Stoneburner to serve on a committee to review the ground maintenance bids. It was an educational experience. I asked if there were any written guidelines on procedures that governed the bidding process, and the answer was “no.” The character and integrity of the board members is the only limiting factor. Nine bids were submitted and reviewed. Years of employment, insurance, equipment, referrals, township residence, etc., were considered. The committee reduced the nine bids to two. Mr. Bourdo at $18,550 and of the seven lower bids, we chose a bidder at $9,255. Some of the committee were concerned with the possibility of poor work in the cemeteries. Trustee Miller suggested giving the lower bidder the Cressey Cemetery as a trial and realize a savings of $1,120 for the township. The major portion of the contract would go to Mr. Bourdo. The committee chose Trustee Miller’s compromise as its recommendation. At the March 10 meeting, the committee’s recommendation was put to the board. Township Clerk Jill Owens indicated that she did not want to chance calls of complaint from the residents with a new person. Treasurer Deb Newhouse said, “Cressey Cemetery is a fragile environment,” and she didn’t want to chance a new person mowing. Trustee Miller said a new person could be fired if his work did not satisfy the board. The clerk and treasurer suggested that the lower bidder be given the contract for the township hall as a trial. The vote was taken and passed, giving Prairieville and Cressey cemeteries to Bourdo Lawn Care and the township hall to the other person. This represented no savings for the township, and it did not address the cemetery trial. I feel the bidding process should include three things: lowest price for a job well done, fairness to each bidder and no partiality shown to any bidder. I believe the township residents lost $9,250 on this bid and feel the nine bidders were not treated fairly. I wonder if the three board members felt that the seven low bidders were deficient or inferior in work ability, commitment or both to the extent that with some, even a 40, 50, or 60 percent lower bid would not grant them a chance to prove themselves. I feel this decision defies reason. Any time I get a chance to save 50 cents on a dollar and the only risk is that I may have to fire someone for doing poor work, with others waiting to take their place, that decision is a no-brainer. With the township having projected expenditures of $864,329 for the year 2010-11, I wonder what is to govern how these folks spend our money. George Hoffman, Plainwell Charlton Park is rare for place-based traditions To the editor: As a Charlton Park volunteer last Christmas, helping to bake and serve cookies at the “Christmases Past” event, I met a family who declared with enthusiasm, “Visiting Charlton Park at Christmas is a family tradition. It wouldn’t seem like Christmas without it.” And their Christmas card featured them on the streets of the park. There are two few place-based family traditions in our lives today. Because of economics or health or family disruptions, Grandma’s kitchen or Uncle Seth’s games or cousin Mary’s sleep-overs may suddenly require a long drive to another state. But the Charlton Park’s familiar annual events become a stable and valuable venue for many young families. The stability the park represents to many in our county cannot be measured in money. But, it does take money to insure these benefits continue to be available for all our Barry County families. Please do help by supporting the upcoming millage renewal proposal in May. Alice Jones, Baltimore Township Hastings Public Library sets weekly schedule Thursday, March 25 — winter reading club continues; Movie Memories, Gregory Peck in “To Kill a Mockingbird,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 26 — preschool story time The Boy Who Cried Wolf, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Saturday, March 27 — ’Tween video game event, 10 a.m. to noon. Tuesday, March 30 — toddler story time about potatoes, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; Great Decisions Discussion Group, 2 to 4 p.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m.; genealogy club meets, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 31 — ’Tween Boys COOL Computer class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information. Hearing of the death of Fess Parker last week brought back lots of memories for us baby boomers who grew up in the 1950s. The man who captured the imagination of kids all over the country as they played out a pair of American heroes Davy Crockett and Daniel Boone in their our own backyards, died last week at the age of 85. The Wonderful World of Disney on Sunday evening featured the legendary Davy Crockett in a series of films including “Davy Crockett and the River Pirates” and “Davy Crockett goes to Congress,” It was a time of innocence for kids growing up in rural America. I can remember spending hours out in the woods with my buckskin shirt, Crockett-like moccasins, a coonskin cap and my rifle called “Betsy.” My brother and I and friends from the neighborhood spent hours playing out the battles of our frontier heroes. I can remember waiting in front of the television each Sunday evening for the start of Davy Crockett’s theme song, “Born on a mountain top of Tennessee ...” it made you feel like you were a part of the great frontier, “ ... greenest state in the land of the free” the song continues, “raised in the woods so he knew ev’ry tree, kilt him a b’ar when he was only three. Davy, Davy Crockett, king of the wild frontier.” Surely the song was an exaggeration, but to kids all over the country, he was a hero and the kind of man you wanted to be. It seems somewhat trite today, that kids wanted to be like a wild outdoorsman who stood up for what was right, protecting the innocent, watching over the environment. But he was also a politician who went to Washington, D.C., on his horse in “Davy Crockett goes to Congress.” Davy Crockett traveled to Washington to bring some honesty to the process, to speak up for the common man. Andrew Jackson was president and a fellow Tennessee but that didn’t bother Crockett the statesman, even though it cost him his re-election to Congress in 1830. An independent thinker, a man of the people who came to Washington to do the right thing, Davy Crockett was as fearless in politics as he was in battle. Crockett wasn't an imaginary figure created by Disney and regaled in song and literature — he was a true American pioneer and hero who was dedicated to doing what was right. It’s been said he always listened to his constituents and represented their interests, vehemently opposing the policies of Andrew Jackson the populist Democrat President of the day. Crockett said of the president, “I bark at no man’s bid” ... “I will never come and go, and fetch and carry, at the whistle of the great man in the White House, no matter who he is.” Some say that his opposition to Jackson’s Indian Removal Act, which precipitated what became known as the “Trail of Tears,” cost Crockett his re-election. He was vehemently opposed to the legislation that called for such forced displacement. It cost him the election, but he fought for what he thought was right. After leaving Congress Crockett returned to the frontier where he found his way to front lines of the Texas War of Independence, dying in a great battle of fighting off Santa Anna’s army in its siege of the Alamo. When I was in Texas in the late 1960s, I toured the Alamo. It was kind of disappointing – I had always thought of the fort as a huge building filled with hundreds of frontiersmen with the rifles and cannons ready to protect it at all cost. But, the building seemed so small in reality, where the memories of the movies left a lasting influence on the battle Crockett had fought so many years ago. This frontier hero, warrior and country statesmen stood for the spirit of American Frontier. According to the Tourism Council of Davy Crockett’s birthplace, Greeneville, Tenn., Crockett died in 1836, at 49 years old. He died a hero’s death at the Alamo, helping Texas win independence from Mexico. Usually, in battles, someone is left to tell the story, but the Alamo had no one. One hundred and eight-seven men for eleven days withstood the Mexican army of the despot, Santa Anna. When the battle was over, all of the brave Americans, including Davy Crockett, lay dead on the ground; but with them also lay two thousand Mexicans, who had died at their hands. From humble beginnings this young frontiersman rose high in esteem of his fellow men. His tombstone reads: “Davy Crockett, Pioneer, Patriot, Soldier, Trapper, Explorer, State Legislator, Congressman, Martyred at the Alamo, 1786-1836” “Always be sure you are right, then go ahead.” — Davy Crockett Fess Parker ended his life as a businessmen and owner of a successful winery. There, he loved to meet and talk to visitors about his special film roles, posing for photos and showing off his coonskin caps and special items displayed in the winery’s gift shop. However, his legacy will be the roles he played as Davy Crockett and Daniel Boone. I wonder what might be written someday on the tombstones of many of our current politicians: “They rose up the ladder, doing whatever was necessary to win legislation – selling their souls when necessary to get legislation passed at all cost.” Health care has been on the minds of legislative leaders for more than 40 years. What we’ve lacked is the necessary leadership willing to stand up to special interests to deal with this massive program one issue at a time. The consequences this new legislation will have on most Americans, business and industry and our economic conditions will be seen in time — with the problems left for future legislators. Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Road budget is tight, but not reverting to gravel yet To the editor: The Barry County Road Commission currently has no plans to return any paved roads to gravel and does not foresee such activities in the near future. In the meantime, 38 of 82 other county road commissions have returned many miles of paved roads back to gravel over the past few years. While all road agencies in Michigan are headed in that direction, it appears that the Barry County Road Commission will be able to hold off longer than most. The financial support of the 16 townships is the single biggest reason the Barry County Road Commission has been able to put forth the summer construction programs that will help stave off this alarming trend. A cooperative employees’ association, along with sound forecasting, enabling the road commission to look ahead to make improvements and changes over the last decade, also are reasons for the current condition of the Barry County road system. Unfortunately, the paved and gravel roads in Barry County are not in tip-top shape and there is currently a $6.8 million backlog in paved road repairs alone. While the township support does help, it does not go far enough to perform the proper repairs at the proper time. Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. An asset management system is used by the road commission to determine which roads should be done and when, resulting in the lowest life cycle cost for sustaining any given segment of paved roads. In many cases the optimal road repair cannot be done at the right time, if even at all. Down the road, this will be reflected in the form of more expensive repairs or more gravel roads, just like in other places of the state. While many roads may look pretty good today, by the time certain pavement distresses have occurred, it will be too late for costeffective repairs, very similar to the results of skipping oil changes on an automobile. Michigan roads are in poor condition due to the continual under-funding that has occurred over the past three decades. Most paved roads in Michigan were hard-surfaced in 1960s or 1970s when tax dollars were more heavily invested in infrastructure. In the early and middle stages of a newly paved road’s existence, relatively cost-effective repairs such as sealcoating can extend the serviceable life of the pavement. However, with the age of Michigan’s paved system, coupled with a long-term lack of sufficient investment, funding levels can’t even come close to supporting the system motorists have come to expect. Change ‘No Child Left Behind?’ President Obama said he wants to change the No Child Left Behind Act, possibly even changing the name of the act. Some teachers unions predict that they will be unfairly blamed for problems in schools. What changes would you like to see to improve education? Do you have a better name that congress should use? A poor economy resulting in the 20 percent decrease in road funding since 2004 and a world oil market resulting in 200 to 300 percent increases in asphalt materials over the same time culminate with cuts in services and a return to gravel roads. While the Barry County Road Commission may not have plans to turn paved roads back to gravel, it is far from immune from the funding crisis and long-term trend that all other road agencies are experiencing. Brad Lamberg, managing director Barry County Road Commission Correction A letter to the editor from Ken Eddy in the March 18 Banner should have read, “If Supervisor Stoneburner was a coward — or if any of the board members were for that matter — they would have resigned long ago. Instead, they persevere and continue to serve Prairieville Township residents admirably. “ The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Julie Burmania, Middleville: “Education is very important. One of the changes I would like to see is that schools and the government keep the future careers of students in mind.” April Heinze, Vermontville: “If it creates a situation where we are faced with more unfunded mandates, it puts districts between a rock and a hard place. A plan for the future of education is a great idea, but we can’t go anywhere unless we have gas to put in the car. There has to be stable funding for schools; there has to be.” Erin Fields, Delton: “I would like to see both more federal and state funding for education.” Connie Stewart, Middleville: “I would like to see the new legislation allow more students to be like Thornapple Kellogg. One place I would like to see more emphasis is a great focus on writing.” Todd Gonser, Vermontville: “Funding reform, that would be a big one. Funding is a big piece of the puzzle for us. We’re under what we consider to be a lot of unfunded mandates.” Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — Page 5 Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES Put your tax refund to work MEDC is long on embarrassment The Michigan Economic Development Corporation has an interesting and controversial history. It all started under Gov. John Engler. He did not much care for the process of targeted tax incentives, so he sent the state treasurer out to visit with the governments of all the Midwestern states. Essentially, he was looking for a cease-fire agreement among them: “If you stop offering tax incentives; we will stop offering tax incentives.” Well, they all said “no.” His response was classic John Engler. “Okay. If that is the game everyone wants to play, then we (Michigan) will win. Thus, the MEDC was born. The process by which these tax credits are granted has long been under fire. But a growing contingency of people believe such that targeted tax breaks are unfair or just don’t work. It is not too hard to find good things the MEDC has done. It is fast making Michigan the battery-operated car capitol of the world. Dow recently inked a deal to expand in Michigan with the help of MEDC. Even a manufacturer in my home county is around today because of the MEDC. But for all the positives, goodwill can be wiped away with one big mistake. And that mistake recently occurred. The quasi-governmental organization awarded a $9.1 million tax credit to a con man. Luckily, this was discovered before the taxpayers lost any money. But it underscores the need for real reform within the MEDC. Richard Short is a habitual offender. Today he faces 34 criminal counts, and hopefully he will be put away for a long time. But he never should have made it through the vetting process in the first place. The MEDC needs to renew its pledge to be a good steward of the people’s money. In this case, a simple background check would have uncovered many red flags. The same background check is performed on people applying for basic employment to the state. Too often, an “I-don’t-care” or “it’s-notmy-responsibility” culture develops within the public sector. I have no doubt that all future applicants will have to submit to a background check early in the process. But fixing this specific problem is not good enough. The culture must be fixed, too. It’s Tax Refund Season again. This year, if you’re going to get a check from your Uncle Sam, why not put it to work to help you meet your financial goals? Last year, the average tax refund was more than $2,700, according to the IRS. The size of your refund, or whether you will get one at all, depends on your individual circumstances. But if you are going to get a refund, plan ahead for what you’ll do with it. Here are a few possibilities: • Pay down some debts. In these difficult economic times, you may be carrying a higher debt load than usual. If so, you may want to use some of your refund to pay down some of these debts. The lower your debt payments, the better your cash flow and the more money you’ll have to invest for the future. • Build an emergency fund. If you don’t already have an emergency fund containing six to 12 months’ worth of living expenses, you could use your tax refund to start one. Without such a fund, you may find yourself constantly dipping into your long-term investments to pay for unexpected costs, such as a new furnace or an expensive car repair. Keep your emergency fund in a liquid account — one that you don’t draw on for your day-to-day expenses. • Help fund your IRA. In 2010, you can put in up to $5,000 to your IRA. Consequently, if you received a $2,700 refund, you’d have more than half of what you need to fully fund your IRA for the year. (If you’re 50 or older, however, you can contribute up to $6,000 per year.) You might not think that your $2,700 would make much of a difference in the long run. But by investing your refund and giving it many years of growth potential, you could end up with a sizable amount. Consider the following: If you put $2,700 in your IRA, and you earned, on average, seven percent a year for 30 years, you’d end up with about $20,000, even if you never invested another dime. If you put $2,700 every year in that same IRA, again earning an average seven percent annual return, you’d end up with more than $270,000 after thirty years. (These examples are hypothetical illustrations and do not represent any currently available investments.) You’d eventually have to pay taxes on your earnings, typically when you make withdrawals at retirement. And if you qualified for a Roth IRA, you’d never have to pay taxes on your earnings, as long as you had your account for at least five years and didn’t start taking withdrawals until you were at least 591/2. • Contribute to a Section 529 plan. If you have children or grandchildren, you may want to establish Section 529 plans to help them pay for college. You can contribute virtually any amount, and the earnings grow tax-free, provided the money is used for higher education expenses. (Withdrawals used for expenses other than qualified education expenses may be subject to federal, state and penalty taxes. Contributions are taxdeductible in certain states for residents who participate in their own state’s plan. Please note that a 529 college savings plan could impact a beneficiary’s ability to qualify for financial aid.) You may be tempted to spend your tax refund on things you want today — but, with a little planning, you can use it for things you need tomorrow. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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District staff was given the opportunity to educate club members about landscaping with native plants and developing riparian buffers. Brown was honored for her continued advocacy for the Barry Conservation District and for natural resource conservation, both locally and statewide. Dr. V. Harry Adrounie was recognized posthumously for his lifelong commitment and service to environmental health issues both here and abroad. “Locally, Dr. Adrounie played a very active role, sharing his knowledge and experience with environmental issues with leaders throughout the community,” said Dan Kingma, board chair. “He was a member of the American Legion, VFW, Elks, Moose, and Kiwanis, was a Boy Scout leader and served as vice chair of the Hastings City Planning Commission. Dr. Adrounie chaired the Barry County’s Solid Waste Planning Commission, and then went on to chair the Solid Waste Oversight Committee. In this latter role, Dr. Adrounie helped to establish Barry County’s semi-annual Household Hazardous Waste collections and most recently, pharmaceutical waste collection events. We are fortunate to have had such an amazing leader — locally, nationally, and even worldwide — living in Voting ends tomorrow The Thornapple River Watershed Council (TRWC) was notified by River Network become verified through the Michigan Agricultural Environmental Assurance Program, or MAEAP.” Among her other achievements, Walton worked with partner agencies to host Clean Sweep, an agricultural hazardous chemical and pesticide collection program, and the Ed. Demo tour, which showcases agricultural innovations in environmental impact reduction. Walton was thanked for her efforts to reduce groundwater risks in Barry and Eaton County, and Warren noted that the award was “very much deserved.” WANTED 77544320 Girls who like to party and earn free jewelry! “Prom, Weddings & Everyday” Also Great Fundraiser & Business Opportunities Silpada Designs… Where True Fashion is Always in Style! Dr. James Horton and his staff with the care of Pennock Hospital on my total knee replacement. Local river project moves into second place Friday, March 19, that it is now in second place in the runoff for a $25,000 grant from MillerCoors. The council’s proposal to fund an agricultural education and demonstration project on Quaker Brook, a Type 1 trout stream just south of Nashville, is one of eight finalists competing for the grant. In one week, tallies for the local project had increased by more than 800. As of Friday afternoon, the Thornapple project had garnered 2,018 online votes, just shy of the first place contender with 2,042 votes, and still ahead of third place, which has 1,827 votes. On March 12, the local vote count had been 1,154. Online voting, at www.rivernetwork.org/forms/votemillercoorsgrantscontest2010 is open through Friday, March 26, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific time. Anyone, anywhere with an e-mail address can vote - but voting is limited to one per e-mail address. “The TRWC and project partner Barry Conservation District are urging everyone to vote online to support clean water in the Thornapple River Watershed and Michigan,” said BCD director Joanne Barnard. “If you’ve already voted, pass the information along to your friends, family and co-workers. Let’s show everyone that we value our water resources.” our community and contributing to it in so many ways.” Kim Walton, the district’s former groundwater stewardship technician, was recognized for her years of service to the district and area agricultural operators. John Warren, board treasurer explained that “Through the Michigan Groundwater Stewardship Program, Kim provided Farm, Crop and Livestock-a-syst risk assessments and helped to develop the Small Farm-a-syst program. Kim was also instrumental in helping 14 Barry and Eaton County farmers Claire Nichols 269-838-6801 77544356 I’m on top of the world! 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Donna Brown of Hastings was recognized for her contributions to the district’s education and outreach program. “Through her leadership roles in the Hastings Women’s Club and the Michigan Chapter of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, she has made it possible for the Barry Conservation District to share our programs and projects with local members through workshops and presentations,” said Joanne Barnard, BCD executive director. “In her role Dennis Thiss, Owner Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply Satisfaction Guaranteed Repairs! 77544232 06710431 KEEP YOUR FRIENDS AND RELATIVES INFORMED! Send them a gift subscription to 77544106 The Hastings BANNER To order your subscription, call... 269-945-9554 Personal or business simple or complex tax preparation you can trust! 269-945-9452 Hastings - Ionia 616-522-0792 �Page 6 — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner COUNTY BOARD, continued from page 1 uct for more money,” he said. Pessell addressed Stolsonburg’s concern, saying that, while it takes time for evaluators of septic tanks and wells to become accustomed to evaluating such systems for review by the health department, the existence of third-party evaluators is consistent with the regulation’s original intent. “When we started this program, certainly we were cognizant of the fact that we weren’t trying to grow government,” he said. “We wanted to be able to do this program and not add staff at the time, and we were able to accomplish that. We also knew there was a free market out there, and we didn’t necessarily want to compete head-tohead with free market for something that we felt didn’t need the sanitarian expertise to be able to provide.” Resident Gordon Endsley explained that, while he supported the general aim of the regulation, he did not support the manner in which it is practiced. While properties with septic tanks and wells that frequently have new owners often have evaluations performed on such features, properties that are not sold are left with potentially unsanitary septic tanks or wells, he noted. “We’re doing nothing to these pieces of property that aren’t turning over,” he said. Young, who serves as water protection services supervisor for the health department, explained that, in developing the regulation, it was necessary to establish an operational framework that would determine when evaluations would be conducted. If evaluations were not conducted at the time of sales or transfers, they would have had to have been conducted for all systems in the county at regular intervals, she elaborated. “That is not what we sought,” she said. Mark Doster, administrator of the Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authority, also addressed the regulation, saying that its impor- Worship Together… 77544235 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH The Sunday of the Passion/Palm Sunday - March 28 - Worship 8:00 & 10:45; Passion Play. Sunday School 9:30; High School Youth Group 6:30; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. Wed. Worship March 24 - Supper at 6:00 - Worship 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover-grace.org. Rev. Mike Kemper. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 10 a.m. Children’s Easter Craft in Sharpe Hall; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 9 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 11:30 Women’s Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Friday - 1 p.m. 6 p.m. Menders.. Saturday - 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Area Obituaries Thomas John Ulrich Albert Lee Chamberlain HASTINGS, MI - Thomas John Ulrich, age 19, of Hastings, passed away March 19, 2010 in Hastings. He was born May 6, 1990, in Lakeview, the beloved son of John M. Ulrich and Jennifer L. (Figert) Sandoval. Thomas graduated from Maple Valley High School in 2009. He enjoyed reading, skating, bowling and hanging out with his many, many friends. Thomas was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Michael H. Ulrich. He is survived by his mother, Jennifer L. (Paulo) Sandoval of Muskegon; father, John M. Ulrich of Hastings; brother, Anthony Ulrich and stepsister Shelby Sandoval, both of Muskegon; maternal grandparents, Elspeth Figert of Lakeview; and Lowell (Carol) Figert of Holly; paternal grandmother, Evelyn Ulrich of Hastings; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and a large extended family. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting memorial contributions be made to Girrbach Funeral Home, c/o Thomas Ulrich Funeral Fund, 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Arrangements are by Girrbach Funeral Home. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net) HASTINGS, MI - Albert Lee Chamberlain, age 49, of Hastings, transitioned from this world into the arms of his heavenly Father on Thursday, March 18, 2010 with dignity and the love of his family surrounding him. He was born April 28, 1961 in Newport News, Virginia, son of SGM Robert and Patsy (Hill) Chamberlain. He attended various schools around the country and enjoyed two years in elementary grades while living in France. He graduated from Anchor Bay High School, New Baltimore. Albert Lee (lovingly nicknamed "Yogi") enlisted in the U.S. Marines. He studied in meteorology and sharp shooting. His passion began as a young artist, became a black belt in the martial arts and enjoyed educating others about the oriental languages. He loved reading and gained a tremendous knowledge in geographical locations and traveled throughout the United States, learning the history of our country. He and his Dad enjoyed many excursions together and even drove to Alaska. He adored his nieces and nephews. Albert was preceded in death by his three grandfathers, Albert Puttbrese, Lee Whitcomb, Max Hill; grandmothers, Madge Reed, Marguerite Whitcomb, Madeline Hill. He recently experienced the loss of Nancy Hill, a dear cousin. He will be deeply missed by his parents; siblings, Tom and (Lynne) Krul, Bruce (Marilyn) Chamberlain and Robert Chamberlain; many aunts, uncles; and his Grandma, Pauline (Hill) Puttbrese. Memorial contributions may be made to the Red Cross in support of our Veterans and the American Cancer Society in Albert Lee's honor. Memorial services will be held, Friday, March 26, 2010 at 2 p.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Friends may meet with the family one hour prior to service time. Full military honors will be held at Irving Township Cemetery, immediately following services. Arrangements are by Girrbach Funeral Home. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net) Jo Maureen Fisher GOOSE CREEK, SC - Jo Maureen Fisher, age 33, of Goose Creek, SC, the wife of John Fisher, died Tuesday, March 16, 2010 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Born January 4, 1977 in Princeton, Kentucky; she was the daughter of Thomas Cavanaugh and Lynne Hale Cavanaugh. In 1999 Jo received her bachelor of science degree in education from Elon University, Elon, NC. She was the director of education at the Sylvan Learning Center in Ladson. Jo and her husband of nine years, John, were blessed with two beautiful children, Thomas Charles and Ella Marie. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family. She also enjoyed reading, teaching, scrapbooking, traveling, cooking and taking long walks with her dog, Sidney. As a member of Metro North Presbyterian Church in Goose Creek, SC, Jo was very involved with many activities and programs including the church Focus Group and the Bundle of Joy Ministry. Jo is survived by her husband, John; two children: Thomas and Ella; parents: Thomas and Lynne Cavanaugh of Franklin, TN; two brothers: Scott Cavanaugh of Sacramento, CA and Robb Cavanaugh of South Berwick, Maine; grandmother, Rowena Hale of Hastings; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. The funeral service was held on Saturday, March 20, 2010 at the McAlister-Smith Funeral Home, Goose Creek Chapel. Burial followed at Whispering Pines Memorial Gardens, 3044 Old Hwy 52, Moncks Corner, SC. Memorial donations may be made in Jo’s memory to the Jo M. Fisher Children’s Education Fund, C/O BB&T, 144 St. James Avenue, Goose Creek, SC 29445. Condolences may be sent to the Fisher family via www.mcalister-smith.com Give a memorial that can go on forever A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net 77528585 B OSLEY tance could not be overstated. “In my opinion, the TOST Ordinance is probably the most significant piece of legislation to protect the health, welfare and safety of the residents of Barry County that this board has enacted in the last decade,” he said. While Doster supported the regulation, he added that he has observed instances wherein banks that have acquired properties through foreclosure have not had the required evaluations performed. He encouraged the health department to better ensure that banks owning properties be responsible for evaluations and be considered like private owners. Young responded to Doster, saying, “A bank is an owner, just as much as an owner is an owner, and so the regulation applies equally to them.” Each month, the health department reviews deeds that have been transferred and takes steps to ensure that banks that have purchased foreclosed homes are responsible for the evaluations detailed in the regulation, she added. In other business, board heard a presentation by Elizabeth Lenz on the origins of the Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force and its future. Lenz, coordinator of the task force, explained that the organization began in 2004 as the Meth Task Force. “Our scope and our focus broadened in 2007, partially because we realized that methamphetemine — while very visible, while very destructive, while very, very media-attentiongetting — was only one substance abuse problem in our county,” she said, adding that alcohol was and always will be the primary substance abused in the county. According to Lenz, the task force partners with as many agencies as possible to achieve its goal of eliminating substance abuse. “I’m pleased to say that we partner, and we shake hands, and we work together on anything ...,” she said. Lenz announced that the task force recently was awarded a Drug Free Communities grant that would provide the organization with $125,000 in funding every year to help with its mission. “This money helps us to continue to do the good work that we’re doing,” she said. According to Lenz, the grant requires the task force to match all of the funds awarded through it. Just over 160 agencies recently were awarded the grant for the first time, and, before the organization was awarded the grant, a nearly 160-page request had to be submitted, she added. “They’re tough,” she said of the process involved in receiving federal grants like the kind provided by Drug Free Communities. “They’re very tough.” Another presentation was given by Joanne Barnard, executive director of the Barry Conservation District, on the organization’s recent highlights and future goals. “We, in 2009, had an extremely busy year, and I think an extremely positive year in terms of impacting natural resources in Barry County,” she said. Among other things, the organization seeks to address environmental issues of various sorts in the county through a variety of means, including education and the implementation of programs and projects. According to Barnard, the organization’s representatives assisted more than 2,000 people who either called the organization or visited its office last year, including more than 600 kindergarten through 12th grade students, she added. Barnard explained that the organization currently is involved in work on several dams throughout the county, and added that it is in the running to receive a $25,000 grant from MillerCoors and the River Network to help develop a demonstration site for soil erosion along Quaker Brook, which is located south of the village of Nashville. Describing how the recipient of the grant would be decided, Barnard explained that, while many organizations are vying for the grant, only the one that receives the most votes of support through the Web site http://www.rivernetwork.org/forms/votemillercoorsgrantscontest2010 would be awarded the grant. Anyone in the world is able to vote, and Barnard encouraged as many people as possible to support the Barry Soil and Water Conservation District. “As of Friday, we were second place, just 24 votes away from the first place position,” she said. “We have until this Friday, at 5 p.m., Pacific time, to get more Internet votes online. We’d really like to just have that national triumph for Barry County.” In other business, the board voted to have Chairman Robert Houtman sign a letter supporting the use of funds available through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and the United States Department of Agriculture’s Broadband Initiatives Program for the institution of wireless broadband in the county. Furthermore, the board appointed several people to various boards, including the board of directors for Barry County Community Mental Health Services, to which Lynne Anderson, Don Bowers and Don Groendyk were appointed. Sanford Burrill and Larry Neil were appointed to the county’s building authority board and agricultural preservation board, respectively. The board also took the following actions: • Authorized the county’s office of the prosecuting attorney to spend up to nearly $21,750 for an electronic document management system. • Modified rules governing the commissioners’ meetings. • Entered the county in the West Michigan Strategic Alliance, an organization that seeks to promote collaboration between area municipal governments. • Approved a total of more than $245,000 in claims and disbursements involving the county’s various funds. �Social News Guernsey-Tuinstra Scott and Kyle Ann Guernsey of West Olive announce the engagement of their daughter, Britt Elise, to Graham John Tuinstra, son of Cal and Sandy Tuinstra of Hastings. The bride-elect is a graduate of Zeeland High School and Michigan State University. The groom-elect graduated from Hastings High School and Michigan State University. He is employed by Perrigo in Allegan. A July 2010 wedding on Mackinac Island is planned. The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — Page 7 Local churches plan Holy Week services Lent is drawing to a close, and area churches are planning special services for Palm Sunday, Holy Week and Easter. The following are notices of events submitted by area churches. Gun Lake area At Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 159 131st Ave., Holy Week events include Holy Thursday mass at 6 p.m., Good Friday mass at 2 p.m. and “His Last Days” performed at 7 p.m. The Holy Saturday Easter vigil begins at 8 p.m. Easter Sunday service begins at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 269-792-3543. First Baptist Church, 6921 Marsh Road, Orangeville, Easter services begin Sunday at 7:30 a.m. with “The Lord is Risen Indeed,” followed by breakfast at 8:15 a.m. There is also an Easter service at 11 a.m. For more information, call 269-664-6377. St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, 11850 9 Mile Road, a Maundy Thursday service will begin at 7 p.m. and a Good Friday service at 7 p.m. The Easter celebration is at 9:30 a.m. April 4. Hastings Emmanuel Episcopal Church, at 315 W. Center St., has a full week of special services. On the Sunday of the Passion, Palm Sunday, will begin with palm weaving at 9 a.m. in Gury Parish House followed at 10 a.m. by the Liturgy of Palms; Holy Eucharist, Rite II. On Monday and Tuesday, Holy Week Holy Eucharist will be at 7 a.m. Wednesday at 7 p.m., Stations of the Cross and Holy Eucharist will be observed. The Maundy Thursday liturgy with foot washing and stripping of the altar will begin at 7 p.m., followed by Watch at the Altar of Repose. On Good Friday the Way of the Cross will begin at noon and at 7 p.m., Good Friday Liturgy will be given. On Holy Saturday at 9 a.m. The Holy Saturday Office will be given. The Sunday of the Resurrection, Easter Day includes Festival Holy Eucharist, Rite II, at 10 a.m. and a champagne reception at 11:30 a.m. in the Gury Parish House. For more information, call 269-945-3014. Hope United Methodist Church, 2920 S. M-37 Highway, will holds its Palm Sunday Service at 10:45 a.m. March 28. It will feature the long lectionary reading interspersed with congregational and choir music. The Maundy Thursday Service at 7 p.m. will be a communion service. The Good Friday Service at 7 p.m., will be a quiet prayer service. Easter Sunday will begin with a youth service at 8 a.m. followed by breakfast. Morning resurrection worship will begin at 10 a.m. For more information, check out the Web site www.hopeum.org. At Hastings First Presbyterian Church, 231 S. Broadway, Sunday services are at 9 and 11 a.m. Grace Lutheran Church, 239 E. North St., (across from Tendercare), is holding the annual Good Friday Cross Walk beginning at 9:30 a.m. Friday, April 2, at the church. Participants walk in silence as a time of reflection on the meaning of the Lord’s crucifixion for individual discipleship. The groups walks bear witness in the community to the meaning of Good Friday. The route is from the church, south on Michigan Avenue, west on State Street, north on Broadway, east on Mill Street, north on Michigan Avenue, ending back at the church. Anyone who can’t walk the entire distance may join the walk for as long as possible. The entire walk usually takes one to 1 1/2 hours. The Holy Week schedule includes the Palm Sunday Passion Play at 8 and 10:45 a.m. On Maundy Thursday, Potter’s Liturgy is at 7 p.m., Good Friday, worship starts at 7 p.m. using Tenebrae, the “service of darkness.” Easter Sunday, the church celebrates with worship at 6:30 and 10 a.m. Breakfast is served after the 6:30 a.m. worship. Sunday school will not be held April 4. Call the church at 269-945-9414 or 269-945-2645 for more information. Middleville At Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 908 W. Main St., Holy Week services are as follows: Monday through Wednesday, Matins begin at 7 a.m.; Maundy Thursday Divine Service with individual absolution and stripping of the altar at 7 p.m.; Good Friday, chief service with Lord’s Supper at noon, Tenebrae service at sunset (7:15 p.m.); Holy Saturday Matins at 9 a.m.; for the Great Easter Vigil, parishioners meet beneath the cross outside at sunset (7:17 p.m.).; Easter Sunrise Matins, beneath the cross outside at 6:28 a.m., Easter breakfast from 8 to 9 a.m. and the Easter Feast Divine Service, 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 269-795-2391. At Middleville United Methodist Church, 111 Church St., the Maundy Thursday Service begins at 7:30 p.m. The Good Friday service at MUMC will be at 7 p.m. as a combined service of MUMC, Parmalee United Methodist Church and the Middleville Christian Reformed Church. An Easter Sunday sunrise service will begin at 7 a.m. at the Middleville United Methodist Church, followed by a community breakfast served by the United Methodist Men. The Easter service begins at 9:30 a.m. For more information call 269-795-9266. Middleville Christian Reformed Church, 708 W. Main St., invites the community to a special Easter celebration service Sunday at 10 a.m. The church will celebrate with trumpet, flute and songs of the resurrection of the Lord. The community also is welcome to joint the annual Easter breakfast before the service; breakfast starts at 9:15 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Tom at 269-908-1343. Peace Church, on M-37 between Middleville and Caledonia has planned special services. Maundy Thursday service begins at 7 p.m. Sunday’s Easter breakfast is from 7 to 9 a.m. followed by the Easter Sunday service at 9:30 a.m. For more information call 616-891-8119 or go to www.peacechurch.cc. J-Ad Graphics newspapers will continue to accept information about special Easter services and events in area churches. Information should be submitted via e-mail to patricia@jadgraphics.com. Include name, address and telephone number of the church. The deadline for information is Tuesday at 10 a.m. This information will be printed on a spaceavailable basis and is a free service. To ensure publication of an event by placing a paid advertisement, call 269-945-9554. Deadline to apply for Barry County emergency funding is March 31 Leinaars celebrated golden wedding anniversary Rose Gorham will celebrate special birthday Rose Marie Gorham will be celebrating her 90th birhday on April 9, 2010. Cards may be mailed to 7292 W. Main, Kalamazoo, MI 49009. Lyle and Paula Leinaar of Richland, Mich., celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a family dinner on May 23, 2009 at Clementine’s Restaurant in South Haven, Mich. Lyle F. Leinaar and the former Paula Jean Kimble were married May 23, 1959 at Kanley Chapel in Kalamazoo, Mich. Their children and spouses are Frank Lyle Leinaar of Richland, Mich. and Jeffrey and Dawn Leinaar of Comstock, Mich. Mr. Leinaar, who is retired, was a factory machinist with Durametallic Corp. Mrs. Leinaar, also retired, was a medical records coordinator with the Upjohn Company. Barry County has been awarded federal funds under the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program, with $42,918 earmarked to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the area. The selection was made by a national board chaired by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and consists of representatives from the Salvation Army, American Red Cross, Council of Jewish Federations, Catholic Charities USA, National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA and United Way of America, which will provide the administrative staff and function as a fiscal agent. The board was charged to distribute funds appropriated by Congress to help expand the capacity of food and shelter programs in high-need areas around the country. A local board made up of representatives of the Salvation Army, Barry County Commissioners, Community Action, Hastings Area Ministerial Association, Continuum of Care, Commission on Aging and Barry County United Way will determine how the funds awarded to Barry County will be distributed among the emergency food and shelter programs run by local service organizations in the area. The local board is responsible for recommending funds available under this phase of the program. Qualifying organizations are urged to apply. Under the terms of the grant from the national board, local governmental or private voluntary organizations chosen to receive funds must be nonprofits, have an accounting system and conduct an annual audit, practice non-discrimination, have demonstrated the capability to deliver emergency food or shelter programs and, if they are a private voluntary organization, they must have a voluntary board. They also must have a DUNS number and a federal employer identification number. Barry County has previously distributed emergency food and shelter funds with the Community Action, Our Lady of Great Oaks Food Bank, Middleville United Methodist Church, St. Ambrose Church, Lakewood Community Council, Barry County Veterans Affairs, Barry County United Way, Green Gables Haven, Manna’s Market and Freeport United Methodist Church. Barry County United Way must receive the request for funding no later than March 31 by mail or fax to Barry County United Way Attention Morgan Johnson, PO Box 644, Hastings MI 49058; the fax number is 269945-4536. For further information, contact contact Morgan at Barry County United Way 269-945-4010. Marriage 20 years of cleaning up highways earns respect for Adopt-a-Highway volunteers Licenses Jeremiah Lavern DeCamp, Delton and Carmen Elizabeth Kannegieter, Delton. Robert Joseph Genda, Hastings and Melinda Blossom Homrich, Hastings. Larry Bert Lane Sr., Delton and Joanne Evelyn McCormick, Delton. Gary Todd SanInocencio, Hastings and Amanda Ann Kanaziz, Hastings. Tyler Torance Trout, Nashville and Sandra June Chaffee, Nashville. The Adopt-a-Highway program, which began in Michigan in 1990 with 24 groups, has enjoyed widespread popularity for 20 years. According to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), more than 2,800 groups participated last year, hauling away 75,000 bags of litter. More than 1.8 million bags of trash have been cleared since 1990, which would fill approximately 9,500 garbage trucks. The collective efforts of these volunteer groups save MDOT about $1.5 million each year. The public involvement program gets Michigan residents picking up litter on state highways from Ironwood to Detroit three times each year. More than 6,400 miles are already adopted, but many more are available. BUS DRIVER (Delton) Regular Part-Time (M-Th) $ 10.73/hr. Be familiar with and adhere to the Head Start Program Performance Standards, State of Michigan licensing requirements, Education and Children’s Services (ECS) policies and procedures. Safely transport children to and from ECS centers and their homes and/or designated drop-off points. This position requires knowledge normally acquired through a general high school education and between six months and one year of progressively more responsible or expansive experience. Successful completion of a three day bus driving school course is required. Intermediate to advanced level computer skills with experience in the Agency’s software programs (Microsoft Office) required. Must possess a valid CDL with a “B” or “C” class and a “S” endorsement and a valid Michigan driver’s license is required with a driving record in compliance with Community Action insurance carrier requirements and state law mandates. Must pass preemployment health assessment and possess a Department of Transportation medical card. For complete information please visit www.caascm.org. Please submit an application/resume to the Community Action, Human Resources, P.O. Box 1026, Battle Creek, MI 49016, by fax at 269-945-1152, e-mail contact@caascm.org. Drug screen, DMV, National Sex Offender Registry and criminal background clearance required. Physical examination and Tuberculosis (TB) tests required every two years. EOE 77544311 “At MDOT, we feel that a good transportation system is important to everyone’s quality of life, and we want our highways to be a source of pride for each and every community in Michigan,” said State Transportation Director Kirk T. Steudle. The first pickup of the 2010 season begins in Southeast Michigan, including Macomb, Oakland, St. Clair and Wayne counties, from March 27 to April 11. The early start will clean highways and freeways in advance of the NCAA Men’s Frozen Four ice hockey championship at Ford Field in Detroit beginning April 8. From April 10 to 18, the west, central and eastern sections of the Lower Peninsula will get a good scrubbing from volunteers. From April 24 to May 2, Upper Peninsula and Northern Lower Peninsula highways will have their turn. This is the first time that the pickups are scheduled on successive weeks, so motorists should watch carefully for volunteers across the state for an extended time period. MDOT staff decided to delay the Northern Michigan pickup week in order to accommodate any late-arriving inclement weather. Adopt-a-Highway workers will wear highvisibility, yellow-green safety vests now required by federal regulation when workers are within the right of way on a state highway. The vests are provided free of charge to all volunteers, in addition to trash bags, which are hauled away later by MDOT. All types of groups can participate in the pickup, from businesses to families. Crew members must be at least 12 years old, and each group needs three or more people, although more are recommended to help spread the workload. Groups are asked to adopt a section of freeway or highway for a minimum of two years. There is no fee to participate, and in recognition of the adoption, groups will get colorful Adopt-a-Highway signs on the roadway. Everyone is required to watch a safety presentation and be familiar with the safety rules. For more information, including a list of regional coordinators to help groups get started, visit the MDOT Web site at www.michigan.gov/adoptahighway. — NOTICE — To members of Hastings Mutual Insurance Company, Hastings, Michigan: Notice is hereby given that the Annual Meeting of Hastings Mutual Insurance Company will be held at the Home Office, 404 East Woodlawn Avenue, Hastings, Michigan, on Wednesday, April 14, 2010, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Michael W. Puerner, Secretary 77544238 HASTINGS AREA SCHOOLS ANNOUNCES KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION REGISTRATION OF KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS (children must be 5 on or before December 1st) - for next school year will take place on Monday, March 29th from 8:30 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Wednesday, March 31st from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Star Elementary School, 1900 Star School Road. It is not necessary or advisable to bring your child at the time of registration. Parents will be asked to complete an information sheet and are asked to bring with them a copy of the child’s official birth certificate, immunization record, and verification of residency. The child’s social security number is also requested but not required. BY STATE LAW immunizations and vision and hearing testing must be completed before school attendance in the fall. At the time of registration, parents will also be given an appointment for a vision and hearing test. 77544171 �Page 8 — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa The Depot Museum complex will be open this weekend for the annual doll and toy show. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 27, and 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 28. This is a free event. The gift shop will be open and there will be a sale of fudge. Hosts on Saturday will be Darla Forshey and Laurine Henry. Sunday, the hosts will be Dawn and PROTEST, continued from page 1 lion. Michigan field crops like corn, dried beans, soybeans, sugar beets, hay and wheat contribute another $1.3 billion to Michigan's economy each year. Hot dogs for Saturday’s meat cookout in Lansing were donated by Michigan’s turkey growers through the Michigan Turkey Producers Co-op of Grand Rapids. Hamburgers were donated for the event by Sobie Meats & Byron Center Meats in Grand Rapids. Milk was provided by the Michigan Milk Producers Association. Professional caterers did the cooking on the Capitol lawn, as required for any public food event there, Hubka said. Additional sponsorship for the activity was provided by the Michigan Cattlemans Association, Michigan Corn Grower Association, beef farmers Jeff Kala of Onaway and Gary Voogt, of Marne. Other assistance was provided by the Michigan Beef Industry Commission, and the Michigan Pork Producers Association. Kim Deardorff. The genealogy room will be open at the same time. Rev. Shelly Wisner-Long, of Kalamazoo was guest speaker at Central United Methodist Church Sunday in the absence of Rev. Eric Beck who was on vacation. The Rev. Long will also fill the pulpit next Sunday. William Walker will be worship leader. Next week is Holy Week with many church events in most of the churches. Most have a Maundy Thursday evening. The community Good Friday service will be at Central United Methodist sponsored by the Lakewood Ministerial Association at 1 p.m. The G.R. Press on Sunday had an obituary for Mrs. Josephine Paasch, 85, who died on Saturday. Among her survivors is son, Keith, who lived on Pineview Drive with wife Nancy and son Mitch. Her funeral mass was to be on Tuesday at St. Mary Magdalene Church on 52nd Street, Grand Rapids. Funeral services were held Saturday noon for Lavonna Slocum, 89, in Nashville. Burial was in Woodland Cemetery. The Vermontville Congregational Church provided hospitality for the family and friends following the committal service. Her family members came from Florida, Georgia, Grand Rapids, Gladwin, and Indiana. She had attended high school at Carson City and Crystal. The longtime family home was on M-66 south of Nashville. Looking ahead, the Lake Odessa Area Historical Society will host a soup and salad supper Friday, April 9 at the Freight House. St. Edward’s will have one more fish dinner Friday, March 26. The meals have continued to be well attended. It is a great place to eat and meet friends old and new. With warmer days and the advancing calendar, we expect to see our friends returning from the sunny south. The mother of Jerry (Barbara) Goetschy of Lake Odessa died March 19 at age 81 at Laingsburg. Jerry is one of her surviving nine children. Her funeral mass was to be held Tuesday at St. Isidore Church in Laingsburg. Roads reopened at Gun Lake state park The Department of Natural Resources and Environment announced Friday that the roads to the Gun Lake Day Use Area and campground at Yankee Springs Recreation Area have been reopened to the public. Seasonal frost had caused the pavement to heave and roads to crumble, making them unstable for travel and unsafe for park visitors. It has been determined that the roads are once again stable and safe for vehicular travel. Yankee Springs Recreation Area is located at 2104 S. Briggs Road. For more information about the park, accessibility or events taking place at the park this season, call 269-795-9081 or visit www.michigan.gov/yankee springs. All motor vehicles entering a state park or recreation area must display a 2010 motor vehicle permit, available for purchase at the entrance. Cost is $24 for a resident annual and $6 for a resident daily permit. A non-resident annual sticker is $29 and a non-resident daily is $8. 77544266 ASSYRIA TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS On Wednesday, March 31, 2010 at 7:30 pm, Assyria Township will be conducting the following meetings at the Assyria Township Hall on 8094 Tasker Road, Bellevue, MI • NOTICE • The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Tax Allocation Board; applicants must not be officially connected with or employed by any local or County unit. Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd Floor, Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings, MI 49058; (269) 945-1284, and must be returned no later than 5pm on March 29, 2010. Budget Hearing. A copy of the budget may be obtained by contacting the Clerk at 269-758-4003 and will also be available at the meeting. Annual Meeting for Assyria Township will be held immediately following the Budget Hearing Regular Meeting will be held following the Annual Meeting. This meeting will be held to approved the Fiscal Year 2011 budget and will be in lieu of the regularly scheduled meeting that would normally be held on April 5, 2010. There will be no meeting on April 5, 2010. Debbie Massimino Assyria Township Clerk NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held March 23, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77540795 77544332 CITY OF HASTINGS PUBLIC NOTICE PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP PARKS & RECREATION ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 456 The Parks and Recreation Board will be accepting applications from now through April 15th, 2010 for a SUMMER PARKS POSITION. Must be available from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Park hours are 6:00AM to 11:00PM. Shifts will be 4-8 hours long. The undersigned, being the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the City of Hastings, Michigan, does hereby certify that Ordinance No. 456 Drug testing and background checks will be made on successful applicants. TO AMEND CHAPTER 90 OF THE HASTINGS CODE OF 1970, AS AMENDED, BY ADDING SECTION 90-833 (e) (6) REGULATING PRIVATE COMMUNICATION ANTENNAS Applications are available at Prairieville Township hall, 10115 S. Norris Road, Delton, MI 49046. Phone: (269) 623-2664. was adopted by the City Council of the City of Hastings at a regular meeting on the 22nd of March 2010. A complete copy of this Ordinance is available for review at the office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM. 77544352 Thomas Emery City Clerk/Treasurer PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE The undersigned, being the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the City of Hastings, Michigan, does hereby certify that Ordinance No. 457 The undersigned, being the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the City of Hastings, Michigan, does hereby certify that Ordinance No. 455 ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 455 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 90 OF THE HASTINGS CODE OF 1970, AS AMENDED, BY ADDING ARTICLE 9, DIVISION 4, SECTION 90-862 REGARDING TEMPORARY FENCES TO AMEND CHAPTER 90 OF THE HASTINGS CODE OF 1970, AS AMENDED, BY ADDING SECTION 90-967 (10) REGULATING OFF PREMISE DIRECTIONAL SIGNS FOR HOSPITALS AND SCHOOLS AND BY AMENDING SETION 90-970. was adopted by the City Council of the City of Hastings at a regular meeting on the 22nd of March 2010. was adopted by the City Council of the City of Hastings at a regular meeting on the 22nd of March 2010. A complete copy of this Ordinance is available for review at the office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM. A complete copy of this Ordinance is available for review at the office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM. Thomas Emery City Clerk/Treasurer ‘Marsh Madness’ to hit Otis Sanctuary Applicant must have an outgoing personality, work well with others and must be on time for work. 77544363 CITY OF HASTINGS 77544354 by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters Twenty-five years ago, I was spending my summers beside sulfur-belching hot springs in northern California. The hot springs were not as big as Yellowstone’s. Most were just a few feet across, one or two about a dozen feet wide. None of them were truly boiling, but they were hot to the touch and gases bubbled vigorously out of them. To add to the general ambiance of roasting sulfur, air temperatures in that part of California each July and August are in the 100-degree range, and in addition to sulfur, the hot springs carried a lot of mercury, arsenic and other toxic metals. Any normal person would have fled the scene. But I loved it all, because in addition to the hellish aspect of the hot springs, they carried trace amounts of gold in their waters. That meant they precipitated meaningful amounts of gold where the waters cooled. That’s all pretty unusual in this world. In fact, it’s the only place I knew where gold makes it all the way to the surface of the Earth in such low temperature waters. Memories and images of those summers crowded my mind recently as I was learning about something else that’s unique to certain hot springs, namely those that are more acid and higher temperature. Yellowstone has some like these, with pH values down to 1 and even 0 (amazing, but true). If you have been to Yellowstone, these are the “ugly” and stinky hot springs and mud pots to the north of the main lake. It’s natural to think nothing could live in the conditions of such spring water. But the Yellowstone hot springs have a host of archaeal organisms living in them. That name means they are single-cell creatures that, like bacteria, have no nucleus, but they are even more primitive than bacteria. One kind of archaeal organism is Sulfolobus solfataricus. (I know microbiologists love names that can look intimidating at first. But just concentrate on the fact the ‘sulf’ and ‘solf’ syllables suggests a love of sulfur, and the ‘lob’ syllable suggests a lobe-like shape for the microbe when you look at it under a microscope.) Sulfolobus solfataricus live in Yellowstone’s hot springs and elsewhere in the world, too. Professor Cynthia Haseltine of Washington State University and her graduate students study the creatures in question. And she’s trying to teach me a little about them, because of my old interest in hot springs. (And, I suspect, because she’s interested in “my” hot springs that can transport mercury and gold. But we’ll get to that.) Already I’ve been in for big surprises. In middle age, I thought I knew the basics of life. But it turns out I’m really woefully ignorant. Haseltine’s microscopic “bugs” can fuel themselves in two radically different ways. Like you and me, they can eat carbon and nutrients and live on that. But they can also make a living off carbon dioxide and sulfur. I knew little bugs could do the carbon dioxide and sulfur diet, but I didn’t know they could switch back and forth to “our” sort of eating, too, when it suits them. “But that makes sense in evolutionary terms,” Haseltine says. “If a microbe is living in the hot spring with sulfur and carbon dioxide available, it can grow — but that’s slow growth. But then if leaves fall into the hot spring in the fall, Sulfolobus solfataricus can ‘switch’ and make a living and grow more quickly using the leaves as fuel.” Back to me in California, crouching over the hot springs that carried gold. All the work we did in that project tried to explain gold transport without respect to living creatures. But what excited both Professor Haseltine and this rockhead while talking to each other is the possibility that some Sulfolobus organism is not just present in the spring — Haseltine is sure it is — but that it may be interacting with the trace amounts of gold in the waters in ways that bring them to the surface. Imagine that: from eating sulfur to dead leaves to, just maybe, ingesting gold, too. That’s quite a bug. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the Web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Sciences at Washington State University. We are looking for a person who is self-motivated, flexible and can follow directions. Daily tasks include maintenance of restrooms, outbuildings, beach and picnic area, boat landing and parking lots. CITY OF HASTINGS ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 457 Gold in them thar’ hot springs 77544350 Thomas Emery City Clerk/Treasurer Sandhill cranes can be found in fields and marshes. Michigan Audubon will host “Marsh Madness: Wild about Wetlands” Saturday, March 27, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary in Rutland Township. Tom Funke, Michigan Audubon’s conservation director, will lead participants on a walk through the sanctuary along the wetlands surrounding Glass Creek, explaining the different types of wetlands, why they are important, and what types of flora and fauna can be found there. Registration for the program is required and can be made by calling the Michigan Audubon office before Friday, March 26, at 517-886- 9144. After 5 p.m. March 26, register by calling the sanctuary at 269-763-3090. The program fee is $2 per person; Michigan Audubon members and children under age of 12 can participate for free. The program will be held rain or shine. Participants are asked to meet at the red barn on the sanctuary property, 3560 Havens Road, approximately seven miles southwest of Hastings. For additional information, contact Wendy Tatar at 517-886-9144 or e-mail her at wendy@michiganaudubon.org. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — Page 9 Dewey’s Auto Body first in state to earn green certification Members of the Green Team congratulate Dave Solmes from Dewey’s Auto Body for becoming the first auto body repair shop in Michigan to achieve green certification. Pictured (from left) are Ginger Hentz, Dave Solmes, Michelle Skedgell, Michelle Selzer and Don Bradstreet. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Tourism council’s first educational session of year held at Charlton Park Thursday afternoon, the Barry County Tourism Council held the first installment of its educational series in Historic Charlton Park’s Upjohn House. Julie Avery, an educator and museum curator for rural life and culture for Michigan State University, talked about cultural tourism. Avery began by defining culture, heritage and cultural heritage tourism. She defined culture as encompassing the visual, dramatic, performance and written art as well heritage, history traditions, community and more. She defined heritage as preserving culture and history and passing it on; while cultural heritage tourism was defined as, “Travel to experience the places, artifacts and activities that authentically represent the stories and people of the past and present.” She further defined authentic as, “Your place and your people.” Cultural tourism is a growing phenomenon, according to Avery. She noted that studies have shown that the 70 percent of Americans who engage in cultural tourism spend more in a given area than those who do not; so it benefits communities and regions to promote local cultural tourism. Cultural heritage tourism includes historical attractions, art galleries and museums, concerts, plays and musicals, ethnic heritage sites, state or local parks, designated scenic byways, national forests and ecological sites. Avery went on to give examples of how some communities in Michigan have capitalized on their cultural heritage such as Alpena and Calumet, among others. She said that in order to succeed in this type of projection, a community or region must identify what people consider is important in their community, identify untapped resources, discover what is important for newcomers to know about their community, create a community profile by preserving history and developing a commu- The Barry County Green Team recognized David Solmes, owner of Dewey’s Auto Body Inc., March 19 for becoming certified according to U.S. EPA standards as achieving Certified Green Investment by GRC-Pirk Management, a registered environmental assessment firm. The distinction recognizes the company’s effort to increase energy efficiency and reduce climate emissions. The certification makes Dewey’s Auto Body the first auto body repair shop in Michigan to achieve green certification. Solmes said Dewey’s Auto Body is committed to preventing pollution and has set energy conservation goals to protect the environment. Steven Schillinger, EPA partnership consultant, estimates that Dewey’s Auto Body will increase its energy efficiency by 32 percent in 2010, while reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 22 percent. “In these challenging economic times, our focus on energy savings and pollution prevention is generating real cost savings for our business and reduce our environmental impact in the neighborhood to preserve resources for the future,” said Solmes “This recognition for an investment in the community underscores our commitment to help sustain the environment in Barry County.” Steven Schillinger, president of GRC-Pirk said, “The EPA now recognizes Dewey’s Auto Body for leadership in addressing climate change through greater energy efficiency and pollution prevention. Because collision repair facilities account for a measurable portion of greenhouse gas emissions, Dewey’s Auto Body’s efforts are vital to protecting our global environment.” In 2008, Americans, through green investments, saved $18 billion on their energy bills and avoided climate emissions equivalent to 28 million vehicles. To date, more than $3 billion of green-qualified products have been sold, and nearly 500 shops have earned Certified Green Investment accreditation. Certified Green Investment registration was recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in 2008 as a collision repair campaign partnership to reduce hazardous air pollution through increased energy efficiency. Today, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy, Certified Green Investment also offers businesses many solutions to save energy and money and help protect the environment for future generations. More than 15,000 organizations are EPA partners committed to improving the energy efficiency of products, homes, buildings and businesses. For information about Dewey’s Auto Body, visit www.deweysautobody.com or call 269945-4915. For information about Energy Star, visit www.energystar.gov/awards or call tollfree 888-STAR-YES (888-782-7937). For more information about green certification, visit www.CertifiedGreenInvestment.com or call toll-free 888-EP4-PIRK (888-374-7475). For information about EPA’s collision repair campaign, visit www.epa.gov/collisionrepair. • NOTICE • REGISTRATION NOTICE TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE COUNTY OF BARRY COUNTY Notice is hereby given that any person who qualifies to register to vote who is living in the following City and Townships and is not already registered to vote may register with their respective Clerk no later than Monday, April 5, 2010 THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER, to be eligible to vote in the Regular Election to be held on May 4, 2010. Hours for April 5, 2010 are listed below. REGISTRATION WILL BE ACCEPTED OTHER TIMES BY APPOINTMENT BY CALLING YOUR CLERK Julie Avery, Ph.D., a museum educator and curator for rural life and culture for the Michigan State University Museum in East Lansing gives a talk about cultural tourism in the Upjohn House at Historic Charlton Park. nity place; cultivate and promote the community or region as a destination and foster teamwork. While Avery did not give specific details about how to do these things during her presentation, at the end of the program she handed out copies of a guide “Your Community Culture — an informal guide to discovery” designed to help communities start developing their own cultural tourism strategies. DEBORAH S. MASSIMINO ASSYRIA TOWNSHIP CLERK 7475 Cox Rd, Bellevue MI 49021 Phone: 269-758-4003 Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm THOMAS EMERY HASTINGS CITY CLERK 201 E State St, Hastings MI 49058 Phone: 269-945-2468 Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm JILL OWENS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP CLERK 10115 S. Norris Rd, Delton MI 49046 Phone: 269-623-2664 Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm PENNY YPMA BALTIMORE TOWNSHIP CLERK 3100 E. Dowling Rd, Hastings MI 49058 Phone: 269-721-3502 Hours: 9:00 am -4:00 pm LINDA EDDY-HOUGH HOPE TOWNSHIP CLERK 5463 S M43 Hwy, Hastings MI 49058 Phone: 269-948-2464 Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm ROBIN HAWTHORNE RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP CLERK 2462 Heath Rd, Hastings MI 49058 Phone: 269-948-2194 Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm DEBRA KNIGHT BARRY TOWNSHIP CLERK 155 E. Orchard St, Delton MI 49046 Phone: 269-623-5171 Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm CAROL ERGANG IRVING TOWNSHIP CLERK 3241 Wood School Rd, Middleville MI 49333 Phone: 269-948-8893 Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm SUSAN VLIETSTRA THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP CLERK 200 E Main St, Middleville MI 49333 Phone: 269-795-7202 Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm MICHELE ERB CARLTON TOWNSHIP CLERK 85 Welcome Rd, Hastings, MI 49058 Phone: 269-945-5990 Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm JUNE P. DOSTER JOHNSTOWN TOWNSHIP CLERK 1815 Lacey Rd, Dowling MI 49050 Phone: 269-721-9905 Hours: 9:00-11:00 am & 2:30-6:00 pm CHERYL ALLEN WOODLAND TOWNSHIP CLERK 156 S. Main, Woodland MI 48897 Phone: 269-367-4915 Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 p.m. LORNA WILSON CASTLETON TOWNSHIP CLERK 915 Reed St, Nashville MI 49073 Phone: 517-852-9479 Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm SUSAN K. BUTLER MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP CLERK 9752 Evart Rd., Nashville MI 49073 Phone: 517-852-1859 Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm JANICE C. LIPPERT YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP CLERK 284 N. Briggs Rd, Middleville MI 49333 Phone: 269-795-9091 Hours: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm BONNIE CRUTTENDEN HASTINGS CHARTER TOWNSHIP CLERK 885 River Rd, Hastings MI 49058 Phone: 269-948-9690 Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm JENNIFER GOY ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP CLERK 7350 Lindsey Rd, Plainwell MI 49080 Phone: 269-664-4522 Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the several school districts as listed below will be electing members of the appropriate Board of Education: — ADVERTISEMENT — McKeown Bridge Park Improvements Barry County, Michigan 1. RECEIPT OF BIDS: Sealed Bids for construction of McKeown Bridge Park Improvements, Barry County, Michigan will be received by Barry County, the OWNER, at the Administrative Offices, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, Attention: Michael Brown, until 4:00 PM local time in effect on 12 April 2010, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. The envelope containing the bid must be identified on the outside as "Bid for McKeown Bridge Park Improvements". Bellevue Community Schools two (2) members for four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 one (1) member for a partial term expiring June 30, 2013 Caledonia Community Schools two (2) members for four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 Delton Kellogg Schools one (1) member for a four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 one (1) member for a partial term expiring June 30, 2012 Gull Lake Community Schools two (2) members for four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 one (1) member for a partial term expiring June 30, 2013 Hastings Area School System two (2) members for four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 Martin Public Schools two (2) members for four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 Pennfield Schools DELTON KELLOGG SCHOOLS OPERATING MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSAL EXEMPTING PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE AND OTHER PROPERTY EXEMPTED BY LAW 18 MILLS FOR THE YEAR 2010 Full text of the ballot proposal may be obtained at the administrative offices of Delton Kellogg Schools, 327 North Grove Street, Delton, Michigan 49046, telephone: 269-623-9246. GULL LAKE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS OPERATING MILLAGE PROPOSAL EXEMPTING PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE AND OTHER PROPERTY EXEMPTED BY LAW 3.25 MILLS FOR 4 YEARS FOR HEADLEE RESTORATION PURPOSES, IF NECESSARY one (1) member for four (4) year term expiring June 30, 2014 2. SCOPE OF PROJECT: The project consists of the construction of new park amenities including boardwalk, fishing piers, small boat launch, picnic shelter, restroom building, concrete walk, gravel parking lot, and site furniture. Plainwell Community Schools two (2) members for four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 3. EXAMINATION OF DOCUMENTS: Plans and specifications for the Project may be examined at the following locations after 22 March 2010: Wayland Union Schools • O'Boyle, Cowell, Blalock & Associates, Inc., 521 South Riverview Drive, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49004. • Barry County Administration Offices, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. • Plans and specifications may be obtained from Kal-Blue, 914 E. Vine Street, Kalamazoo, Michigan, 49007, (269) 349-8681. 1. BID SECURITY: A bid bond or a certified check in the amount equal to five percent (5%) of the total amount of the proposal will be required. 2. WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS: No Bidder may withdraw its proposal for a period of 60 days after the actual date of opening thereof. This time period may be extended by mutual agreement of the OWNER and any Bidder or Bidders. 3. RIGHT TO REJECT BIDS: The Owner reserves the right to accept any proposal, to reject any and all proposals and to waive any irregularities in proposals. If award is made, it will be to the bidder whose proposal is considered to be in the best interest of the Owner. 4. PRE-BID CONFERENCE: A pre-bid conference will be held at 10:30 AM on 30 March 2010, at the Thornapple Manor, 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, Michigan. Prospective Bidders are encouraged to attend and participate in the conference. 1. QUESTIONS: All questions are to be directed to the Landscape Architects, O'Boyle, Cowell, Blalock & Associates, Inc., 521 South Riverview Drive, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49004, Telephone: (269) 381-3357, FAX: (269) 381-2944, email ocba@ocba.com. 77544297 Thornapple Kellogg Schools two (2) members for four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 two (2) members for four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 THE FOLLOWING PROPOSAL will appear on all ballots in Barry County: COUNTY OF BARRY MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSITION .2259 MILL FOR OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF CHARLTON PARK Full text of the ballot proposal may be obtained at the County Clerk’s Office or Office of the Administrator of Barry County, 220 W. State St., Hastings, MI 49058. Telephone: 269-945-1285 or 269-945-1284. THE FOLLOWING PROPOSALS will appear on the ballots for Johnstown Township, Barry County: JOHNSTOWN TOWNSHIP MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSITION 1 MILL FOR FIRE PROTECTION Full text of the ballot proposal may be obtained by contacting June Doster, Johnstown Township Clerk, 1815 Lacey Rd, Dowling MI 49050. Telephone 269-721-9905. JOHNSTOWN TOWNSHIP MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSITION .5 MILL FOR ROAD IMPROVEMENT Full text of the ballot proposal may be obtained by contacting June Doster, Johnstown Township Clerk, 1815 Lacey Rd, Dowling MI 49050. Telephone 269-721-9905. THE FURTHER PURPOSE of the Election is to vote on the following millage propositions as presented by several school districts as listed below: CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS OPERATING MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSAL EXEMPTING PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE AND OTHER PROPERTY EXEMPTED BY LAW 18 MILLS FOR 5 YEARS Full text of the ballot proposal may be obtained at the administrative offices of Caledonia Community Schools, 9753 Duncan Lake Road, Caledonia, Michigan 49316, telephone: (616) 891-8185. Full text of the ballot proposal may be obtained at the administrative offices of Gull Lake Community Schools, 11775 East D Avenue, Richland, Michigan 49083, telephone: (269) 488-5000. An application for an absent voter ballot may be applied for any time before 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 1, 2010. Please contact your Township or City Clerk for further information. QUALIFICATIONS TO VOTE Citizen of the United States At least 18 years of age on or before May 4, 2010 Resident of Michigan and the township/city where you are applying to vote. ************************************* ** Persons with special needs, as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act, should contact the City or Township Clerk. Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired may place a call through the Michigan Relay Center TDD#1-800-649-3777. YOU MUST BE REGISTERED TO QUALIFY AS A VOTER! Pamela A. Jarvis, Barry County Clerk 77544304 �Page 10 — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner HHS Science Olympiad team takes second at regionals; moves on to state Eric Kendall competes in Chemistry Lab. The Hastings High School Science Olympiad team put together its best performance of the season at the regional meet on Saturday at Western Michigan University. The Saxons were able to best a good Hamilton squad and take second overall out of the 12 teams competing. By finishing in the top two, the HHS Olympians qualified for a trip to the state finals at Michigan State University May 1. The varsity team brought home awards in 21 of the 23 events of the competition. Together, the 30 varsity and JV students competing Saturday brought in 60 individual awards including 37 medals and 23 ribbons. The backbone of Hastings’ performance was a string of gold-medal wins by John Kalmink, Stephen Krammin, Lexi Pierce, Nathan Ford, Nathaniel McComb, James Moray, Clint Brill, John Dinges and Megan Denny. Jessi Doxtader added two first place finishes, and Joey Longstreet led the team with three gold medals. The complete list of events in the high school division and the corresponding Hastings High School award winners were: Anatomy and physiology, Sarah Thornburgh and Nathaniel McComb, fifth; cell biology, John Kalmink and Joey Longstreet, first; chemistry lab, Nathan Karn and Eric Kendall, fifth; Dynamic Planet, Alisa Klump and Megan Denny, fifth; ecology, Kaitlin Allan and Kelsi Harden, fourth, along with John Kalmink and Megan Denny; Egg-O-Naut, Nathan Ford and Kayla Pohl, third; elevated Jessi Doxtader, joined by teammates, receives the team’s second place trophy. The Hastings High School Science Olympiad Team celebrates its qualifying for the state finals after finishing as runner-up in regional competition March 20. Pictured are (front row, from left) John Kalmink, Joey Longstreet (second row) Kaitlin Allan, Maria Palacio, Kelsi Harden, Sarah Thornburgh, Jeremy Heinrich, Captain Jessi Doxtader holding team trophy, Megan Denny, Katy Kesler, (third row) Rachael Kingsbury, Rebecca Senard, Jessie Ulrich, James Moray, Clint Brill, Nathan Ford, Kayla Pohl, Alisa Klump (back row) Paul Lloyd, Stephen Krammin, Cassidee Martin, Steven Maurer, Connor Lomas, Nathaniel McComb, John Dinges, Head Coach Marty Buehler, Todd Fox, Nathan Karn, Alex Pohl, Eric Kendall and Jeromy Dobbin. (Photo by Coach Ann Beemer.) Clint Brill puts on his first place medal won in the mousetrap vehicle competition. bridge, Nathan Ford and Nathan Karn, third; environmental chemistry, Jessi Doxtader and Stephen Krammin, first; Experimental Design Joey Longstreet, Lexi Pierce and Jessi Doxtader, third; forensics, Jessi Doxtader and Nathaniel McComb, first; fossils, Megan Denny and Katy Kesler, fourth; It’s About Time, James Moray and Joey Longstreet, first; Mission Possible, Jeromy Dobbin and Nathan Karn, third and fourth, respectively; mousetrap vehicle: Clint Brill, first; ornithology, Katy Kesler and Nathaniel McComb, third; physics lab, Nathan Ford and Lexi Megan Denny (left), Joey Longstreet and Sarah Thornburgh show the second place medals they received in Picture This. Pierce, first; Picture This, Sarah Thornburgh, Megan Denny and Joey Longstreet, second; remote sensing, Alisa Klump and John Kalmink, second; technical problem-solving, James Moray and John Kalmink, sixth; trajectory, John Dinges, first; and Write It Do It, Megan Denny and Joey Longstreet, first. Head Coach Marty Buehler said he was very proud of how hard the group has worked in the past month. “They were beaten by Hamilton at the Thornapple Kellogg Invitational on Feb. 6 and things weren’t improving for us until we made some changes, and the kids went after it,” he said. “I am so glad they were rewarded for their efforts. Everyone can feel good about when hard work pays off. Everyone here did their job, and it was a true team effort that we can celebrate.” The team is coached by Buehler and Ann Beemer and is supported by the Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation and the Youth Advisory Council. What was, what is, what will be Public invited to final Great Decisions discussion The photo on the left shows the Cook Building, located on the corner of State and Church streets in downtown Hastings as it appeared circa 1900. The middle photograph is the Cook building as it appears today, undergoing renovations for the eventual opening of a new restauarnt, the Seasonal Grille. On the right, is an architectural rendering of what the building will look like once renovations are complete. Interested adults are still invited to join the final Great Decisions 2010 discussion at the Hastings Public Library on the Foreign Policy Association’s chosen timely topics. On Tuesday, March 30, from 2 to 4 p.m., the series will end with the topics of “Peacebuilding and Statecraft,” “The World's Bottom Billion” and progress made toward the Millennium Development Goals. There is no charge for participating. Some of the participants in the weekly event have been (above, from left around the table) Alvina and Larry Griswold, Bob Wilcox, Audrey Burdick, Rowena Hale, Jim Morgan, moderator Eileen Oehler, Jack Kineman, Daryl Stamm, and Bill and Dorothy Creger. (Photo by Daryl Stamm) �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — Page 11 Leadership Barry County Class of 2010 reaching out to community LBC Awards were presented to the Leadership Barry County class of 2010 by LBC director Jennifer Richards and president of the LBC board, Mike Bremer. (Photo by Patricia Johns) by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Leadership Barry County Class of 2010, as of March 20 still had some work to complete to finish their training as leaders. Some of it, including discussing how to live with and possibly correct the U.S. government’s national debt, was challenging. Other parts of the day were filled with laughter and in the last moments, appreciation of each other. Director Jennifer Richards led the group through the ins and outs of becoming better leaders, exploring the county, visiting the state legislature and exploring diversity in Barry County. Saturday she was on hand to applaud their efforts. Members of the class also shared their one-day project for the community and worked with Tim McMahon from the leadership board who led them in their final leadership exercises. This year’s project was the construction of a spiderweb and a Whale Watch balance activity at Camp Algonquin. The spiderweb will be finished in the spring. The group constructed the Whale Watch March 6, with snow all around them. Their final class and graduation on March 20 also was surrounded by snowflakes. Members of this years class are Sunny Andersen, Janine Dalman, Janette Dean, Megan Lavell, Ashley Ulberg, Anita Henderson, Cindy Collins, Korin Ayers, Randy Hart, Rebecca Quist, Nicole Rybiski, Brent Cowan, Emily Wilke, Ross Sprague, Dallas Swinehart, Daemeon Richards, Brian McDonald and Ryan Rose. Rybiski, from The Leadership Barry County class of 2010 receives graduation certificates and applause Saturday, March 20, at YMCA Camp Algonquin. Graduating on Saturday were (front row, from left) Cindy Collins, Janette Dean, Janine Dalman, Korin Ayers (middle) Randy Hart, Rebecca Quist, Nicole Rybiski, Brent Cowan, Emily Wilke, Sunny Andersen (back) Ross Sprague, Dallas Swinehart, Daemeon Richards, Brian McDonald and Ryan Rose. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Hastings High School, and Swinehart, from Thornapple Kellogg High School, are members of the Youth Advisory Council. The group raised slightly more than $1,200 for its project and donated more than $800 to From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... with Esther Walton W.K. Kellogg Foundation is a practical organization (Part ll) Result of long study and helpful desire The following is from the June 2, 1938, Banner and is a continuation of last week’s column: There are two classifications of the Michigan health projects. 1) An official health department in each of the seven counties which is financed by a subsidy from the Foundation. 2) An auxiliary program of health education, carried on under the direction of each county organization, funds for which are provided by the Foundation. These county health departments carry out the state requirement for county health work as well as the Foundation’s auxiliary program. The auxiliary program is divided into three principal activities – professional services, education of professions and welfare. The Foundation, through the project, provides professional service for maternity nursing program, the supervision of well infants, vaccination and immunization, regular medical and dental supervision of pre-school children, medical and dental examinations of school children, remedial programs for children needing glasses, tonsillectomies and dental repair, and, to some extent, emergency medical and dental nursing service. The W.K. Kellogg Foundation has never assumed that it could carry on its health campaign by ignoring the local doctors, dentists and other professional men in the counties where it is operating. On the contrary, the Foundation has co-operated with them and the Foundation aids them in their work. It pays all their expenses when it sends them away to take special professional training. Through the auxiliary program of the Michigan community health project, approximately 2,500 persons have opportunities for post-graduate study. This education of the professions is provided for those whose work bring them in contact with boys and girls, either directly or indirectly, such as physicians, dentists, school superintendents, principals, teachers, nurses, ministers, veterinarians, editors, probate judges, supervisors, parent groups, school board officers, school custodians, local health officers, food handlers and others. Altogether about 40 educational institutions throughout the country co-operate with the Foundation in providing this service through courses on campus, extension courses in the field, speakers for study groups, institutes, encampments, seminars and special consultants. The largest share of the welfare budget, however, goes to the maintenance of two year-round camps, one at Pine Lake and the other at Clear Lake [both in Barry County], operated exclusively by the Foundation, and another camp at St. Mary’s Lake that is operated in co-operation with the Salvation Army, with supplementary assistance by various community agencies. At these camps, boys and girls requiring special feeding, rest, study and recreation to build up their health are given care. To carry on this vast program of activities, the Foundation has a large staff working under the supervision of a board of trustees which includes Mr. Kellogg as chairman; Dr. Pritchard as president; William H. Vanderploeg of Chicago as vice president; Mrs. Bessie Rogers as secretary-treasurer; Dr. George B. Darling as controller and assistant secretary; Dr. Emory Morris as assistant treasurer and Glenn A. Cross, Dr. Haven Emerson of New York City and Dr. Henry Vaughan of Detroit. Dr. Emerson is a member of the Columbia University public health education faculty, while Dr. Vaughan is city health commissioner in Detroit. Fred Sheriff of Battle Creek is an honorary trustee. The Foundation headquarters staff includes: Dr. Pritchard, general director; Dr. Darling and Dr. Morris, associate directors; Dr. Matthew R. Kinde, field director and consultant in medicine and public health; Dr. Henry J. Otto, consultant in education; Miss Marguerite Wales, consultant in nursing education, and Mrs. Zoe Wright, librarian. Special consultants who frequently visit the Foundation offices for conferences are Dr. William S. Sadler of Chicago, psychiatrist, Dr. Wilson G. Smillie, professor of public health administration at Harvard University, and Dr. Grant Fleming, dean of the medical school, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec. Directors of the county health departments included in the Michigan community health project are Dr. M. B. Beckett in Allegan and VanBuren counties, Dr. R. B. Harkness in Barry, Dr. F. S. Leeder in Branch, Dr. Hugh B. Robins in Calhoun, and Dr. E. G. McGavran in Hillsdale. The directorship in Eaton County is vacant at present but an appointment is to be made soon. In the meantime, the work there is being directed by Dr. Kinde. In all their work, these men and women and their assistants are guided by a policy that calls always for co-operation of the people whom the Foundation serves. The actual statement of the policy reads in part: “There is one fundamental principle common to all of this work. Too often when a foundation sets out to help, it takes upon its own shoulders the entire responsibility for the undertaking. The W.K. Kellogg Foundation is studiously attempting to avoid this mistake. ... The Foundation is not diagnosing the complex ills of society. It is not prescribing a panacea. People are not being told that they should have such and such health or educational machinery. The entire education program is planned, not with the idea of promoting particular systems to meet evident needs, but to bring to the communities, through their leaders, the best of current thought in the various professional fields, and then to let the people directly concerned work out their own solutions. “The problem is not one of providing services to an impoverished area. By and large, the counties co-operating in the Michigan community health project are well supplied with resources, both human and physical. The challenge is to see whether, out of this, group leadership can be produced under democratic methods that will be able to co-ordinate the program, find new possibilities for service in it, and advance the cause of child health and welfare over many fronts, local, state and national.” New leaders graduated Saturday, March 20 and have already reached out to the community with their two projects: The “Whale Watch” balance beam and a spiderweb the group built at YMCA Camp Algonquin March 6. Here, some of the Leadership Barry County Class of 2010 try balancing on the “Whale Watch” they constructed at the camp. (Photo by Patricia Johns) the LBC fund once they paid for the project. In addition, Leadership Barry County will collect cans at the Charity House during April because of confusion about the house being moved from its original location in the Hastings recycling area which was closed earlier this month. The Charity House was relocated to the Hastings Sewer Center. Just before the group received its certificates, several of the participants shared what they had learned about themselves and the community. Mike Bremer, president of the Leadership Barry County Board of Directors and members of the board then had the opportunity to welcome the new LBC members. He and Richards awarded the certificates. The LBC program is supported by its program partners Barry Community Foundation, Barry County Chamber of Commerce, Consumers Energy, Hastings City Bank, J-Ad Graphics, Kellogg Community College, MSU Extension and Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. Richards would like to hear from anyone interested in taking the Leadership Barry County 2011 class. For more information, contact her at 269-945-0526. Barry County schools release 2009 MEAP scores J-Ad Graphics News Service Like all others in Michigan, schools in Barry County recently released results of the Michigan Educational Assessment Program test administered to third through ninth grade students in the fall of 2009. A MEAP test is the only tool for educational assessment common to all schools in the state, and the tests are intended to ensure that students meet standards established by the state board of education. Students in grades three through eight were tested in mathematics and reading. Testing in science was reserved for students in grades five and eight. Only sixth and ninth graders were tested in social studies. The MEAP test that will be administered this year will feature a newly redesigned writing assessment for students in grades four and seven. Delton Kellogg Compared to the MEAP scores from 2008, many of the results earned by Delton Kellogg students in 2009 were higher. In the area of mathematics, 96 percent of third graders earned proficient scores, up 6 percent from 2008; 95 percent of fourth graders earned proficient scores, up 10 percent from the previous year; 79 percent of fifth graders earned proficient scores, up 9 percent from 2008; 93 percent of sixth graders earned proficient scores, up 22 percent from the previous year; 81 percent of seventh graders earned proficient scores, down 2 percent from 2008; and 71 percent of eighth graders earned proficient scores, down 10 percent from the previous year. With regard to the area of reading, 82 percent of third graders earned proficient scores, down 6 percent from 2008; 87 percent of fourth graders earned proficient scores, up 4 percent from the previous year; 88 percent of fifth graders earned proficient scores, up 10 percent from 2008; 90 percent of sixth graders earned proficient scores, up 3 percent from the previous year; 82 percent of seventh graders earned proficient scores, up 1 percent from 2008; and 87 percent of eighth graders earned proficient scores, up 5 percent from the previous year. In the area of science, 84 percent of fifth graders earned proficient scores, unchanged from 2008; and 80 percent of eighth graders earned proficient scores, down 2 percent from the previous year. In social studies, 75 percent of sixth graders earned proficient scores, up 4 percent from 2008; and 80 percent of ninth graders earned proficient scores, down 1 percent from the previous year. Hastings In Hastings Area Schools, the 2009 MEAP scores were higher in most areas, with the exceptions of fifth grade math and science, and eighth grade math and science. In the area of mathematics, 99 percent of Hastings eighth graders scored proficient or higher in 2009 compared to 94 percent in 2008; 96 percent of fourth graders scored proficient or higher in 2009 compared to 92 percent in 2008; 85 percent of fifth graders scored proficient or above down from 87 percent in 2008; 88 percent of sixth graders earned a score of proficient or above compared to 85 percent in 2008; 89 percent of seventh graders earned proficient or above in compared to 87 percent in 2008; and 71 percent of eighth graders scored proficient or above compared to 79 percent in 2008. In the category of reading, the percentage of students scoring proficient or above increased or stayed the same: 91 percent for third graders compared to 89 percent in 2008; 85 percent for fourth graders compared to 84 percent in 2008; 86 percent for fifth graders compared to 85 percent in 2008; 93 percent of sixth graders compared to 83 percent in 2008; 87 percent of seventh graders compared to 81 percent in 2008; and 80 percent of eighth graders, the same as in 2008. In science, 89 percent of fifth graders scored proficient or above in 2009 compared to 90 percent in 2008; in 2009 76 percent of eighth graders scored proficient or above in 2009 compared to 79 percent in 2008. In regard to social studies, 81 percent of fifth graders in Hastings scored proficient or above in 2009, compared to 80 percent in 2008; and 82 percent of ninth graders scored proficient or higher, compared to 78 percent in 2008. Lakewood According to the Department of Education Web site, 97 percent of Lakewood third graders met or exceeded state standards in math, and 91 percent met or exceeded in reading with 134 tested. In fourth grade math, 97.4 percent met or exceeded state goals with 154 tested, and 89.5 percent met or exceeded state reading goals. In fifth grade math, 90.9 percent met or exceeded state goals, and 95.4 percent met or exceeded state reading goals. In fifth grade science, 82.5 percent met or exceeded state goals. In sixth grade math, 91.4 percent met or exceeded state goals. Sixth grade reading, 93.2 percent met or exceeded state goals with 162 tested. Sixth grade social studies, 79.6 percent met or exceeded sate goals. In seventh grade math, 83.9 percent met or exceeded state goals. For seventh grade reading, 91.9 percent met or exceeded state goals. In eighth grade math, 70.4 percent met or exceeded state goals. In eighth grade, 82.9 percent met or exceeded state goals for reading and 76.5 percent met or exceeded state goals for science. In ninth grade social studies, 78.7 percent met or exceeded state goals. Maple Valley In Maple Valley, 93 percent of third grade students tested met or exceeded state standards for math, and 90.7 percent met or exceeded the standards in reading. In reading, 80.9 percent of fourth grade students tested met or exceeded the state’s standards and 90.3 percent for the math portion. For math, 77.4 percent of Maple Valley’s fifth grade students matched or surpassed the state standards, compared to 87.5 percent of those tested on the reading portion. For fifth grade science, 75.8 percent met or overtook those standards. A total of 72.3 percent of the sixth grade students met or exceeded the math state standards, and 81.1 percent tested had the same results in the reading category. In social studies, 73.4 percent of the 65.7 percent met or exceeded the state standards. Sixth and ninth grade students are the only classes tested on social studies curriculum. Among seventh grade students, 79.5 percent in the math testing and 82.6 percent in the reading category met or exceeded the state’s goals. For eighth grade students, 84.5 percent in the math and 90.5 percent in the reading portion achieved or surpassed the state’s standards. On the science test, 83.8 percent met or exceeded the standards. At the ninth grade level, 77.6 percent met or surpassed the state’s scores in social studies. Thornapple Kellogg Michigan Education Assessment Program results pleased the district, said Thornapple Kellogg Assistant Superintendent Tom Enslen. Third graders are at the top, he reported. He also said he is pleased with the math scores in fourth grade with 98 percent meeting the standard and 95 percent meeting the math standards in sixth grade. The sixth grade scores rank Thornapple Kellogg as the second highest school in the Kent Intermediate School District, he added. The score of 89 for the eighth grade in science ranks TK fourth in the KISD. One significant concern the district has is with the MEAP were the fifth grade math scores. This group of students did well in both third and fourth grade, but the fifth grade scores show a significant drop. After talking with fifth grade teachers, Enslen said he thinks the students struggled with fractions. This is an area teachers will focus on before the next series of MEAP exams which are given to students in third through ninth grades. The Thornapple Kellogg School District did change the math curriculum, but there is no data yet on different learning or teaching patterns that might have had an impact on fifth grade scores. Enslen said that while teachers are pleased with the MEAP results, the district continues to work to help students do their best in preparation for both the tests and education as they advance through the grades. �Page 12 — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James Watson a single man and Paula Chester, a single woman, as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 7, 2007, and recorded on March 9, 2007 in instrument 1177306, and rerecorded on April 10, 2007 in instrument 1178564, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-One And 29/100 Dollars ($132,371.29), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 7, Town 1 North, Ragne 7 West, Distance North 89 degrees 10 minutes 14 seconds East 247.50 feet from the Northwest corner of said Section 7; Thence North 89 degrees 10 minutes 14 seconds East 293.14 Feet along said North line of Section 7; Thence South 1 Degrees 16 minutes 20 seconds East 395.99 feet; Thence South 89 degrees 10 minutes 14 seconds West 295.17 feet; Thence North 00 degrees 58 minutes 41 seconds West 396.00 feet ot the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543559 File #279133F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by FLOHE LAND HOLDINGS, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company ("Mortgagor"), to CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, having an office at 2185 Three Mile Road, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), dated April 9, 2007, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on April 11, 2007, as Instrument No. 1179096 and as amended by an amendment agreement dated November 28, 2006, recorded April 11, 2007, as Instrument No. 1179097 (the "Mortgage"). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Seven Hundred Five Thousand One Hundred Ninety and 05/100 Dollars ($705,190.05). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 22nd day of April, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Lot 2, Middleville Industrial Park, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 1 Also (a) all privileges, appurtenances, improvements, buildings, tenements, hereditaments, easements, rights of way, licenses, riparian and littoral rights, mineral/oil/gas/water rights, rights to adjoining land, and all other rights belonging to the abovedescribed premises and which may hereafter attach thereto; (b) all rights to make divisions of such premises that are exempt from the platting requirements of the Michigan Land Division Act, as it shall be amended; (c) all rents, issues, profits, revenues, proceeds, accounts and general intangibles arising from or relating to the premises or any business conducted thereon by the Mortgagor including, without limitation, all rights, conferred by Act No. 210 of Michigan Public Act of 1953, as amended (collectively the "Rents and Accounts"); and (d) all equipment, other goods, and fixtures of every kind and nature whatsoever, now or hereafter located in or upon such premises or any part thereof and used or useable in connection with any present or future operation of such premises (hereinafter called "Equipment and Fixtures"), whether now owned or hereafter acquired by the Mortgagor, including, without limitation, all heating, air conditioning, ventilation, lighting, incinerating and power equipment, engines, signs, security systems, fences, hoists, cranes, compressors, pipes, pumps, tanks, motors, plumbing, cleaning, fire prevention, fire extinguishing, apparatus, elevators, escalators, shades, awnings, screens, storm doors and windows, appliances, attached cabinets, partitions, carpeting, ground maintenance equipment, and similar types of equipment, all of which shall be deemed to be real estate and mortgaged hereby. Commonly known as: 8700 Crane Road, Middleville, Michigan 49333 P.P. #08-41-126-001-20 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77544327 1768048-1 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. Notwithstanding, if the debt secured by this property was discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is NOT an attempt to collect that debt. You are presently in default under your Mortgage Security Agreement, and the Mortgage Holder may be contemplating the commencement of foreclosure proceedings under the terms of that Agreement and Michigan law. You have no legal obligation to pay amounts due under the discharged note. A loan modification may not serve to revive that obligation. However, in the event you wish to explore options that may avert foreclosure, please contact our office at the number listed below. Attention: The following notice shall apply only if the property encumbered by the mortgage described below is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.7cc. Attention Richard J. Decker and Tammy J. Decker aka Tammy Decker, regarding the property at 12015 Parkway Dr. Shelbyville, MI 49344. The following notice does not apply if you have previously agreed to modify the mortgage loan under section 3205b. 3205a, 3205b and 3205c do not apply unless the terms of the modified mortgage loan entered into were complied with for one year after the date of the modification. You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. is the designee with authority to make agreements under MCL 600.3205b and MCL 600.3205c, and can be contacted at: 811 South Blvd., Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123. You may also contact a housing counselor. For more information, contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) by visiting www.michigan.gov/mshda or calling (866) 946-7432. If you request a meeting with Potestivo & Associates, P.C. within 14 days after the notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not commence until at least 90 days after the date said notice was mailed. If an agreement to modify the mortgage loan is reached and you abide by the terms of the agreement, the mortgage will not be foreclosed. You have the right to contact an attorney and can obtain contact information through the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738. Dated: March 25, 2010. Potestivo & Associates P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 information may be faxed to (248)267-3004, Attention: Loss Mitigation Our File 77544243 No: 10-22332 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul Harney, a married man and Shannon D. Harney, his wife, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated May 22, 2007 and recorded May 30, 2007 in Instrument Number 200705300006678, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Eighty-Two Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty-Four and 83/100 Dollars ($382,884.83) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel J: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Lot 146 of the Plat of Fair Lake Annex, according to the recorded Plat in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 63, Barry County Records; and running thence North 89 degrees 44 minutes East 154.42 feet along the North line of said Lot 146 extended Easterly to the Easterly line of a 66 foot easement; thence North 08 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds East 224.96 feet along said Easterly line of easement; thence North 41 degrees 26 minutes East 1,252.70 feet along the Southerly line of said Easement; thence North 89 degrees 17 minutes East 36.27 feet along the South line of said easement; thence North 83 degrees 32 minutes 39 seconds East 60.00 feet to the radius point of the cul-de-sac appurtenant to said easement; thence South 76 degrees 54 minutes 01 seconds East 60.00 feet for the true place of beginning; thence Northerly 70.10 feet along the cul-de-sac on the arc of a curve to the left of radius 60.00 feet, the chord of which bears North 20 degrees 22 minutes 25 seconds West 66.19 feet; thence North 89 degrees 17 minutes 00 seconds East 493.94 feet; thence South 22 degrees 36 minutes East 7.15 feet to a traverse line along Fair Lake; thence South 67 degrees 24 minutes West 326.80 feet along said traverse line; thence North 69 degrees 35 minutes 12 seconds West 183.42 feet to the place of beginning. Together with land lying between the waters edge of Fair Lake. Together with rights of ingress and egress over the easement described herein, extending to North Drive. Subject to and together with an ingress and egress easement: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Lot 146 of the Plat of Fair Lake Park Annex, according to the recorded plat in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 63, Barry County Records; thence along the Easterly extension of the North line of said Lot 146, North 89 degrees 44 minutes East 87.57 feet to the point of beginning of this description; thence continuing North 89 degrees 44 minutes East 66.85 feet; thence North 08 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds East 224.96 feet; thence North 41 degrees 26 minutes East 1,252.70 feet; thence North 89 degrees 17 minutes 00 seconds East 36.27 feet; thence on the arc of a 60 foot radius curve to the left, a distance of 276.73 feet to the far end of a chord which bears North 41 degrees 24 minutes 45 seconds East 89.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 17 minutes 00 seconds West 126.60 feet; thence South 41 degrees 26 minutes West 1,295.51 feet; thence South 08 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West 259.64 feet to the place of beginning, extending the sidelines of said easement to the North line of North Drive as shown in said Plat. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 11, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.5640 ASAP# 3477141 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 77543986 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dennis Campbell, Janis Campbell, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 20, 2007, and recorded on October 26, 2007 in instrument 200710260003482, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fifth Third Mortgage Company as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Three And 97/100 Dollars ($160,283.97), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as beginning at the intersection of the West line of said Section 27 and the North line of Highway (Bever Road) as it crosses the said Southwest 1/4 of said Section 27, thence East along the North line of said highway 20 rods, Thence North 16 rods for the place of beginning; Thence North parallel to the West line of said Section 27 to the East and West 1/4 line, Thence East 20 rods, Thence South parallel with the West Section line to the center line of Bever Road, Thence West 10 rods, Thence North 16 rods, Thence West 10 rods to the place of beginning. Also a parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as beginning at the intersection of the West line of said Section 27 and the North line of Highway (Bever Road) as it crosses the said Southwest 1/4 of said Section 27, Thence East along the North line of said highway 20 rods to the place of beginning; Thence continuing Easterly along the North line of said highway 10 rods, Thence North parallel to the West line of said Section 27, 16 rods, Thence Westerly parallel to the first mentioned course 10 rods, Thence South 16 rods to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543922 File #296538F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Antoinette Meyers, a seperated woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 14, 2005 and recorded January 25, 2005 in Instrument Number 1140662, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Two Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty-Seven and 38/100 Dollars ($62,727.38) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 15, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: a parcel of land consisting of about 1/2 acre situated in the Northeast corner of the following described land: all that part of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 21, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, lying North and East of Grand River Valley railroad. except: commencing at a point 5 chains West and 6 chains and 62 links South of the 1/8 post of the Northwest 1/4 of section 21, Town 3 North, Range 8 West; thence South 1 chain; thence South 39 1/4 degrees West 1 chain 71 links; thence North 44 1/2 degrees West 5 chains 5 1/2 links; thence South 74 degrees East 4 chains 80 links to the place of beginning. said parcel being conveyed is a parcel of land 15 rods North and South by 104 feet East and West, fronting on the center road. part of Lot 68 of Supervisor Glasgow's addition Number 2 to the City of Hastings. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 18, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 480075041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.3371 ASAP# 3485782 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010, 04/08/2010 77544142 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dustin Huffman, an unmarried man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 6, 2007 and recorded September 12, 2007 in Instrument Number 20070912-0001941, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Three Thousand Forty-Seven and 51/100 Dollars ($243,047.51) including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the Southeasterly right-of-way line of M-43 which lies 2064 and 3/100ths feet due East and 337 and 3/100ths feet due South of the Northwest corner of said Section 32; thence South 63 degrees 2 minutes East, 68 feet; thence South 39 degrees 1 minute West, 126 and 25/100ths feet; thence North 65 degrees 0 minutes West, 76 and 50/100ths feet; thence North 41 degrees 45 minute West, 7 feet; thence North 47 degrees 16 minutes East, 47 and 48/100ths feet thence North 43 degrees 56 minutes East, 85 feet to the point of beginning. Also, beginning at a point on the Southeasterly right-of-way line of M-43 which lies 2096 and 6/100ths feet due East and 316 and 40/100ths feet due South of the Northwest corner of said Section 32; thence due East 55 and 77/100ths feet; thence South 15 degrees 44 minutes West, 59 and 5/100ths feet; thence North 63 degrees 2 minutes West, 68 feet; thence North 38 degrees 24 minutes East, 33 21/100ths feet to the point of beginning. TAXES ARE ASSESSED AS FOLLOWS: Beginning at a point on the Southeasterly right-of-way line of M-43 which lies 2064 and 3/100ths feet due East and 337 and 3/100ths feet due South of the Northwest corner of said Section 32; thence South 63 degrees 2 minutes East, 68 feet; thence South 39 degrees 1 minute West, 126 and 25/100ths feet; thence North 65 degrees 0 minutes West, 76 and 50/100ths feet; thence North 41 degrees 45 minute West, 7 feet; thence North 47 degrees 16 minutes East, 47 and 48/100ths feet thence North 43 degrees 56 minutes East, 85 feet to the point of beginning. Also, beginning at a point on the Southeasterly right-of-way line of M-43 which lies 2090 and 6/100ths feet due East and 316 and 40/100ths feet due South of the Northwest corner of said Section 32; thence due East 55 and 77/100ths feet; thence South 15 degrees 44 minutes West, 59 and 5/100ths feet; thence North 63 degrees 2 minutes West, 68 feet; thence North 38 degrees 24 minutes East, 33 21/100ths feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 11, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.5135 ASAP# 3477171 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010 77543996 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Martin L Shaneck and Tracy J Shaneck, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 27, 2006, and recorded on April 4, 2006 in instrument 1162186, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Four And 19/100 Dollars ($79,464.19), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel H: That part of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 18, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 88 degrees 58 minutes West 567.47 feet along the South line of said Northeast 1/4; thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 89.57 feet; thence South 69 degrees 00 minutes West 17.46. feet; thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 166.03 feet to the place of beginning; thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 220.00 feet; thence North 69 degrees 00 minutes East 502 feet, more or less, to the centerline of Orangeville Creek; thence Southeasterly along said centerline 249 feet, more or less, to a line which bears North 69 degrees 00 minutes East from the place of beginning; thence South 69 degrees 00 minutes West 610 feet, more or less, along said line to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes over a 66 foot wide strip of land, the Westerly line of which is described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of Section 18, Town 2 North, Range 16 West, thence North 88 degrees 58 minutes West 567.47 feet along the South line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section to the place of beginning of said easement, thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 89.57 feet, thence South 69 degrees 00 minutes West 17.46 feet thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 826.03 feet to the place of ending of said easement. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544269 File #311559F01 OneTimePubNotice OneTimePubNotice FORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Christopher B. Brownell and Christine M. Brownell, husband and wife of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to PNC Mortgage, a division of PNC Bank NA successor by merger to National City Mortgage, a division of National City Bank dated the 23rd day of February, A.D. 2007, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 5th day of March, A.D. 2007, in Instrument No. 1177100 of Barry Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $164,928.36 (one hundred sixty-four thousand nine hundred twenty-eight and 36/100) plus accrued interest at 6.750% (six point seven five zero) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 15th day of April, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Barry, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Township of Barry, County of Barry, Michigan: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 7, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, thence North 43 feet; thence East 452 feet; thence East 173.4 feet to the Southwesterly prolongation of the Southeasterly line of Kline Street; thence North 62 degrees 40 minutes East 30 feet along said Southeasterly line to the Northerly line of South Shore Drive; thence South 67 degrees East 100.0 feet along the Northerly line of South Shore Drive for the true place of beginning; thence North 47 degrees 41 minutes 30 seconds East 111.07 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 45.0 feet; thence North 40 degrees 30 minutes East 80.0 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 591.1 feet more or less to the Northerly line of South Shore Drive, formerly known as Myers Street; thence North 67 degrees West 635.7 feet more or less along said Northerly line, to the place of beginning. Commonly known as: 6808 South Shore Drive Parcel Number 08-03-007-043-10 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 18, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77544190 WWR# 10034794 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Chris Treu, a Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 22, 2005, and recorded on March 8, 2005 in instrument 1142427, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-Three And 47/100 Dollars ($116,533.47), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 31, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said Southeast 1/4; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes East 363.00 feet along the West line of said Southeast 1/4 thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes East 1136.52 feet along the centerline of Church Street; thence South 56 degrees 18 minutes 40 seconds East 243.30 feet along the centerline of Irving Road; thence South 81 degrees 08 minutes 25 seconds East 165.42 feet along said centerline; thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds East 25.0 feet along said centerline to place of beginning; thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds East 281.18 feet along said centerline; thence North 75 degrees 26 minutes 45 seconds East 566.28 feet along said centerline; thence North 83 degrees 22 minutes 22 seconds East 281.96 feet along said centerline; thence South 0 degrees 04 minutes 05 seconds East 354.95 feet along the East line of said Northeast 1/4, Southeast 1/4; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 04 seconds West 1020.19 feet along the Northerly right of way line of the railroad to a line which bears South 32 degrees 35 minutes 40 seconds East from the place of beginning; thence North 32 degrees 35 minutes 40 seconds West 162.57 feet along said line to place of beginning. Also that part lying Northerly of the above described parcel and Southerly of the Thornapple River. Subject to Highway right of way for Irving Road (66 feet wide). The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543806 File #308046F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rodney A. Innes and Barbara J. Innes, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 3, 2008, and recorded on March 7, 2008 in instrument 20080307-0002140, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Nine Thousand Twenty-Seven And 08/100 Dollars ($189,027.08), including interest at 5.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant South 89 degrees 56 minutes 30 seconds East, 725.50 feet from the Northwest corner of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 30 seconds East, 250.00 feet along said Section line; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, 350.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 30 seconds West, 250.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, 350.00 feet to the point of beginning. Also together with and subject to a private easement for ingress, egress and public utility purposes over the Westerly 33 feet thereof for Innes Road, and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543975 File #309277F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by ERIC B. PRYOR and SHARON L. HABIN, MARRIED, to UNION PLANTERS BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Mortgagee, dated January 24, 2002, and recorded on May 13, 2008, in Document No. 20080513-0005151, and re-recorded on June 8, 2009 in Document No. 200906080006030, and assigned by said mortgagee to US BANK, NA, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-Two Thousand One Hundred Seventy-Two Dollars and Fifty-Four Cents ($42,172.54), including interest at 6.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on April 8, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DESCRIBED AS COMMENCING AT THE 1 / 8 CORNER OF THE NORTH SIDE OF THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, RUNNING THENCE SOUTH ON THE 1 / 8 LINE 775 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE AT SHORE OF LONG LAKE AND ALONG THE SHORE OF THE LAKE NORTH 60 AND 3 / 4TH DEGREES EAST 625 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 85 DEGREES EAST 200 FEET, THENCE NORTH 52 AND 1 / 4TH DEGREES EAST 215 FEET FOR THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, THENCE ALONG THE SHORE OF LONG LAKE NORTH 56 DEGREES EAST 50 FEET, THENCE NORTH 55 DEGREES WEST 109 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 44 DEGREES WEST 65 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 66 AND 1 / 4 DEGREES EAST 100 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, ALSO KNOWN AS LOT 1, OF THE NORTHEAST BLOCK OF AN UNRECORDED PLAT OF KENYON'S OAK GROVE. ALSO A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DESCRIBED AS COMMENCING AT THE 1 / 8 CORNER ON NORTH SIDE OF THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, RUNNING THENCE SOUTH ON THE 1 / 8 LINE 775 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE ON THE SHORE OF LONG LAKE, THENCE ALONG THE SHORE OF THE LAKE NORTH 60 AND 3 / 4THS DEGREES EAST 625 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 85 DEGREES, EAST 200 FEET, THENCE NORTH 52 1 / 4 DEGREES, EAST 215 FEET; THENCE NORTH 56 DEGREES, EAST 50 FEET FOR THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE ALONG THE SHORE OF THE LAKE NORTH 66 DEGREES, EAST 50 FEET, THENCE NORTH 53 1 / 2 DEGREES, WEST 118 1 / 2 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 44 DEGREES WEST 50 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 55 DEGREES, EAST 109 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 8, 2010 US BANK, NA Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77544013 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Phillip Wirtz a married man, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 8, 2004, and recorded on September 10, 2004 in instrument 1133765, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Eleven And 18/100 Dollars ($80,011.18), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Northeast 1/4 of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, described as: Parcel B: Commencing at the intersection of the centerline of Assyria Road and the North line of said Section 9; thence Southeasterly along the centerline 978.31 feet to the palce of beginning; thence Northeasterly at right angles to said centerline 250.00 feet; thence Southeasterly parallel with said centerline 280.00 feet; thence Southwesterly at right angles 230.00 feet to the centerline; thence Northwesterly along said centerline 280.00 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544290 File #311273F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Janna M Jean and James F Jean II, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Credit Union Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated November 29, 2005, and recorded on December 6, 2005 in instrument 1157209, and modified by agreement dated November 22, 2006, and recorded on December 7, 2006 in instrument 1173596, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Member First Credit Union as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Six Thousand ThirtyThree And 39/100 Dollars ($166,033.39), including interest at 7.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at a point on the South line of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, distant South 89 degrees 54 minutes 44 seconds East, 10.00 feet from the southwest corner of said Section 16; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 05 seconds West, 404.11 feet to the centerline of Kellogg Scholl Road; thence Southeasterly 212.30 feet along said centerline and the arc of a curve to the right with a radius of 3903.54, and a chord which bears South 47 degrees 17 minutes 04 seconds East, 212.28 feet; thence South 45 degrees 43 minutes 35 seconds East along said centerline 373.51 feet intersection of said centerline with said South Section line; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 44 seconds West along said South Section line, 419.87 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544149 File #311335F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by JOSEPH J. DAVIS and MISTY M. DAVIS, husband and wife (collectively, "Mortgagor"), to SAND RIDGE BANK, an Indiana corporation, of P.O. Box 598, Schererville, Indiana 46375, dated April 29, 2005, recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on May 5, 2005, as Instrument No. 1146024 (the "Mortgage") as assigned by FIRST FINANCIAL BANK, N.A., a national association, of 300 High Street, P.O. Box 476, Hamilton, Ohio 45011-0476, doing business as Sand Ridge Bank, and successor by consolidation with Sand Ridge Bank, an Indiana corporation, to CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, having an office at 2185 Three Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the “Mortgagee”), pursuant to the terms of the branch purchase and assumption agreement dated May 11, 2006, a bill of sale dated August 18, 2006, and an assignment of mortgage dated November 10, 2009, recorded November 18, 2009, as Instrument No. 200911180011255, Barry County Records (collectively, the “Mortgage”). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Six Hundred and 25/100 Dollars ($109,600.25). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance to the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 22nd day of April, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: The North 1/2 of Lots 1061 and 1062 of the City, formerly Village, of Hastings Together with all the improvements erected on the real estate, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures a part of the property, and all replacements and additions. Commonly known as: 612 S. Washington Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.P. #08-55-001-375-00 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor's heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned. Dated: March 11, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 77543890 (616) 752-2000 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul Zoet and Andrea Zoet, as husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated February 18, 2003, and recorded on March 14, 2003 in instrument 1099450, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Fifty-Six And 39/100 Dollars ($105,056.39), including interest at 5.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of Section 12; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 1315.43 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 331.50 feet along the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 571.00 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 360.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 234.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 360.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds West 234.00 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to and together with a 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress, and utility purposes, the centerline of which is described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of Section 12, Town 4 North, Range 10 West; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 1315.43 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 364.50 feet along the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12, to the point of beginning and centerline of said 66 foot wide easement; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 66.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 168.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 555.00 feet, to the end of said 66 foot wide easement; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds West 17.00 feet to the reference point A. Also, subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utilities over a 50.00 foot radius turnaround, the radius point of which is the aforesaid reference point A. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543961 File #295566F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jimmy B Rogers, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 911 S Hanover St, Hastings, MI 49058-2318. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 19, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 19, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544281 File # 310022F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Hope Wickham, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 30, 2001 and recorded April 3, 2001 in Instrument Number 1057614, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Thirty-Four Thousand Four Hundred Thirty and 3/100 Dollars ($34,430.03) including interest at 7.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 1, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1 of Block 2 of Butler's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 66. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.3080 ASAP# 3467596 03/04/2010, Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Marguerite Benjamin, unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to The Huntington National Bank, Mortgagee, dated July 10, 1999, and recorded on July 26, 1999 in instrument 1033000, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Two Thousand Eighteen And 99/100 Dollars ($22,018.99), including interest at 3.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 49, 50 and Southwest 1/2 of Lot 53, Roseland Park, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 2 of Plats, on Page 42, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544123 File #060926F04 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael J. Rabbers, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 25, 2005 and recorded December 6, 2005 in Instrument Number 1157278, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by GMAC Mortgage, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Three Thousand One Hundred Eighty-One and 80/100 Dollars ($163,181.80) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West one-half of the East onehalf of the Northeast one-quarter of the Northwest one-quarter of Section 36, Town 1 North, Range 10 West, Prairieville Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 11, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 618.3705 ASAP# 3477188 03/11/2010, 77543991 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard L. Van Syckle and Betty A. Van Syckle, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated May 3, 2005, and recorded on May 12, 2005 in instrument 1146381, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as Trustee on Behalf of the Certificateholders Park Place Securities, Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-WCW1 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Two And 63/100 Dollars ($155,492.63), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel of land commencing at the 1/4 Post on the North Side of Section 35, Town 2 North, Range 8 West; thence East on Section Line 568 Feet to point of beginning; thence South to the Center of High Bank Creek; thence Northeasterly along center of said High Bank Creek to the Center of the Highway Running North and South through said Section 35; thence Northerly along the Center of said Highway to the North Section Line of Section 35; Thence West along Section Line to Point of Beginning The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543934 File #115478F03 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by NANCY L. DENNIS, a married woman, 1838 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 to SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST, 2 West Chicago Street, Coldwater, Michigan 49036 dated February 5, 1999 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on February 16, 1999 in Instrument No. 1025193 of Mortgages, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date of this notice, for principal and interest the sum of Twenty-Six Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty and 89/100 ($26, 760.89) Dollars and no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, where by the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; Now Therefore, Notice is Hereby Given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the said Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein described or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at Courthouse Bldg, Barry County Courthouse in the City of Hastings, and County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding Circuit Court in and for said County, on April 8, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. in the after noon of said day, and said premises will be sold to pay the amount as aforesaid then due on said Mortgage together with 4.25% percent interest on the Mortgage, legal costs, Attorneys’ fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described as follows, to-wit: County of Barry, Township of Hope, State of Michigan, is described as follows: Part of the Southwest one-quarter of Section 25, Town 2 North, Range 9 West; described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 post of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 00' 00" East on the North & South 1/4 line of said Section, 1072.00 feet to the point of beginning of the parcel of land herein described; thence continuing North 00 degrees 00' 00" East, on said North & South 1/4 line, 250.00 feet, thence South 89 degrees 36' 50" West parallel with the South line of said Southwest one-quarter, 666.90 feet; thence South 00 Degrees 01' 28" East 250.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 36' 50" East 666.80 feet to the point of beginning. The last day to redeem this deed is on April 8, 2011, however, if an Affidavit of Abandonment is filed with the Register of Deeds, the last day to redeem will be May 8, 2010, or until the time to provide the notice was required by MCL 600.3241a(c) expires, whichever is later. Dated: March 11, 2010 SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST Mortgagee. DRESSER, DRESSER, HAAS & CAYWOOD, P.C. By: P. Joseph Haas, Jr. Attorney for SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST Business Address 112 South Monroe Street Sturgis, MI 49091 77544025 �Page 14 — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-25513 DE Estate of RUTH E. KOLLAR. Date of birth: 09/08/1918. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, RUTH E. KOLLAR, who lived at 8120 Garbow Rd., Middleville, MI 49333 died 12/30/2009. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to ROGER KOLLAR, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court St., #302, Hastings, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 1/25/10 JUDITH C. SINGLETON P63134 207 E MAIN ST., STE B., P.O. BOX 205 MIDDLEVILLE, MI 49333 (269) 795-9422 ROGER DOLLAR 8305 GARBOW RD. MIDDLEVILLE, MI 49333 77544348 (269) 795-9951 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lisa Reese, a married woman and Robert James Reese a/k/a Robert Reese, her husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 28, 2007, and recorded on June 29, 2007 in instrument 1182428, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand Two And 73/100 Dollars ($175,002.73), including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 44, Loehrs Landing No. 1, according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 44 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543547 File #283982F01 NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. Notwithstanding, if the debt secured by this property was discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is NOT an attempt to collect that debt. You are presently in default under your Mortgage Security Agreement, and the Mortgage Holder may be contemplating the commencement of foreclosure proceedings under the terms of that Agreement and Michigan law. You have no legal obligation to pay amounts due under the discharged note. A loan modification may not serve to revive that obligation. However, in the event you wish to explore options that may avert foreclosure, please contact our office at the number listed below. Attention: The following notice shall apply only if the property encumbered by the mortgage described below is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.7cc. Attention Stephanie Walker and Bert M Walker, regarding the property at 3151 W. Shore Dr. Battle Creek, MI 49017. The following notice does not apply if you have previously agreed to modify the mortgage loan under section 3205b. 3205a, 3205b and 3205c do not apply unless the terms of the modified mortgage loan entered into were complied with for one year after the date of the modification. You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. is the designee with authority to make agreements under MCL 600.3205b and MCL 600.3205c, and can be contacted at: 811 South Blvd., Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123. You may also contact a housing counselor. For more information, contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) by visiting www.michigan.gov/mshda or calling (866) 946-7432. If you request a meeting with Potestivo & Associates, P.C. within 14 days after the notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not commence until at least 90 days after the date said notice was mailed. If an agreement to modify the mortgage loan is reached and you abide by the terms of the agreement, the mortgage will not be foreclosed. You have the right to contact an attorney and can obtain contact information through the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738. Dated: March 25, 2010. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 information may be faxed to (248)267-3004, Attention: Loss Mitigation Our File No: 10-22455 Synopsis Hastings Charter Township Regular Meeting March 9, 2010 Six board members present, Phillips absent; Comm. Gilbert; 2 guests. Approved consent agenda. Received Treasurer’s Report. Voted to appoint Murphy to MTA representative on E-911 Board. Paid outstanding bills. Meeting adjourned at 7:45. Submitted by: Bonnie L. Cruttenden, Clerk Attested to by: 77544318 Jim Brown, Supervisor Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Melody J. Fetzer and Richard Fetzer, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated July 18, 2005, and recorded on August 22, 2005 in instrument 1151474, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Structured Asset Securities Corporation, Series 2005-AR1 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Four Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Five And 82/100 Dollars ($442,565.82), including interest at 7.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 40 feet of Lot 78, Parker's Lakewood Plat No. 1, Section 30, Yankee Springs Township, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 82. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543863 File #306775F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sherry L Lane, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 3, 2005, and recorded on May 6, 2005 in instrument 1146088, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Six Hundred Twenty-Nine And 69/100 Dollars ($122,629.69), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That Part of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes 50 seconds West 1321.65 feet along the South line of said Southwest 1/4; Thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds West 506.0 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of said Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning of this description; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds West 236.0 feet along said West line; thence South 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds East 427.53 feet; thence South 00 degrees 08 minutes 37 seconds East 236.0 feet; Thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds West 427.56 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to highway rightof-way over the Westerly 50 feet thereof. Also, that part of the East 1/2 of the southwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said section; thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds West 1321.65 feet along the south line of Said Southwest 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds West 742 feet along the West line of East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds West 236 feet along the West line; thence South 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds East 427.53 feet; thence South 00 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds East 236 feet; thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes 55 seconds West 427.53 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543553 File #287499F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Daryl R. Hamel, a married man, to Rock Financial Corporation, Mortgagee, dated September 23, 1998 and recorded September 25, 1998 in Instrument Number 1018404, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Eight and 25/100 Dollars ($25,908.25) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 22, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2 of Balm-Meer, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 30. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 25, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.2786 ASAP# 3499798 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010, 77544313 04/08/2010, 04/15/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jeff Wakley, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 8600 Greggs Crossing Rd, Nashville, MI 49073-9737. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 23, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 23, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544341 File # 316838F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lisa Palmitier and Dale Palmitier, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to M&I Bank FSB, Mortgagee, dated August 27, 2007, and recorded on September 10, 2007 in instrument 200709100001822, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-One Thousand One Hundred Forty-One And 83/100 Dollars ($191,141.83), including interest at 7.7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 19, Sandy Knolls, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of plats, on Page 59. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543928 File #308610F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by GLEN L. GUERNSEY AKA GLEN L. GUERNSEY JR. and LISA GUERNSEY, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2003, and recorded on May 13, 2004, in Document No. 1127564, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Two Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Three Dollars and Eighty-Nine Cents ($132,283.89), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on April 15, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THE WEST 328.3 FEET OF THE WEST 1 / 2 OF THE NORTH 60 ACRES OF THE NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 23, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 15, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77544185 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 ORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by John and Debra Mays, Husband and Wife of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to American General Financial Services (DE), INC. dated the 7th day of December, A.D. 2004, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 8th day of December, A.D. 2004, in Instrument No. 1138333 of Barry Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $95,744.15 (ninety-five thousand seven hundred forty-four and 15/100) plus accrued interest at 8.25% (eight point two five) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 22nd day of April, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the City of Hastings, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: City of Hastings, County of Barry, and State of Michigan: Lot 4, Block 17 of Lincoln Park Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1, of Plats, Page 55 Commonly known as: 620 West Madison Tax ID No. 5509011200 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77544343 WWR# 10029178 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carol A. Tomlinson and Karen Wells, Joint Tenants with full rights to survivorship, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 6, 2006, and recorded on February 20, 2007 in instrument 1176567, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Seven And 15/100 Dollars ($129,397.15), including interest at 7.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, described as commencing 60 Feet East of teh Northeast corner of Lot 12, Block 7, of A.W. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof, thence South 12 RODS; thence East 6 2/3 RODS; thence North 12 RODS; thence West 6 2/3 RODS to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543763 File #238560F03 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Zachary T. Moore and Tealy E. Moore 512 West Madison Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: March 25, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 238.8056 ASAP# 3498138 03/25/2010 77544308 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Meggan K. Miller and Robert J. Miller, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 30, 2007, and recorded on February 1, 2007 in instrument 1175921, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2007 Securitized Asset-Backed Receivables LLC Trust 2007-BR5 Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007BR5 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Six And 49/100 Dollars ($139,486.49), including interest at 8.425% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 400 feet of the North 544 feet 6 Inches of the South 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of section 15, Town 4 North, Range 7 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544003 File #220737F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rye H. Eggerstedt, an unmaried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 22, 2002, and recorded on August 2, 2002 in instrument 1084820, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Three And 73/100 Dollars ($65,703.73), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 69 rods South of the Northeast corner of the South 1/2 of the North 1/2 of Section 4, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, for beginning; thence West 27 rods; thence North 6 rods; thence East 27 rods; thence South 6 rods to beginning. Subject to an easement across the South 1 rods thereof, except that part deeded to the Michigan State Highway commission in Liber 308 on Page 344. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543952 File #308789F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — Page 15 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF ALLEGAN NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-56264-DE Estate of David Earl Haight, Deceased. Date of Birth: August 21, 1952. NOTICE TO ALL CREDITORS: The decedent, David Earl Haight, who lived at 10830-4 Mile Road, Plainwell, Michigan, died June 6, 2009. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Joseph Haight, named personal representative, or to both the probate court at 113 Chestnut Street, Allegan, MI 49010 and the named personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 3/16/2010 Orton, Tooman, Hale, McKown & Kiel, P.C. Stephanie B. McKown (P25675) 314 Trowbridge Street, P.O. Box 239 Allegan, MI 49010-0239 (269) 673-2136 Personal Representative: Joseph Haight 3902 Calhoun Road Beaverton, MI 48612 77544246 (989) 435-3118 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William E. Bush Sr., a single man, original mortgagor(s), to B&P Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated May 13, 1998, and recorded on May 19, 1998 in instrument 1012190, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BankBoston, N.A. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-One And 64/100 Dollars ($70,851.64), including interest at 9.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 9 of Culbert Plat No. 1, and a driveway easement across the East end of Lot 8 according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 19 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543757 File #305039F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dale B Vandermeer and Annette L Vandermeer, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 15, 2004, and recorded on January 3, 2005 in instrument 1139558, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, National Association on behalf of Morgan Stanley ABS Capital 1 Inc. Trust 2005-WMC3 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twelve Thousand Six Hundred TwentyTwo And 69/100 Dollars ($212,622.69), including interest at 9.49% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the West 1/2, Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 19 minutes 06 seconds West 1323.05 feet along the South line of said Southeast 1/4 to the East line of the West 1/2, Southeast 1/4 of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 1170.0 feet along said East line; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 662.48 feet; thence North 34 degrees 15 minutes 45 seconds West 80.0 feet to the place of beginning; thence North 34 degrees 15 minutes 45 seconds West 502.0 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 423.79 feet; thence North 70 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 351.18 feet to Reference Point A; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 515.0 feet; thence South 06 degrees 06 minutes 37 seconds West 446.42 feet to the place of beginning. Together with a 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes West and South of a line described as: Beginning at Reference Point A; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 515.00 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 660.00 feet to the point of ending of said line. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544336 File #311911F01 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Kathleen J Peterson and Larry W. Peterson, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11015 Woodward Ave, Plainwell, MI 49080-9029. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 19, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 19, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544252 File # 247321F02 NOTICE OF MODIFICATION OPPORTUNITY Borrower(s): Melissa Averill SCOTT AVERILL Property Address: 226 ROBIN RD, MIDDLEVILLE, MI 49333 Pursuant to MCLA 600.3205a please be advised of the following: You have a right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The name of the firm designated as the representative of the mortgage servicer is: Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. and designee can be contacted at the address and phone number below. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's website at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling 1-800-A-SHELTER, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year-round. If a meeting is requested with the designee shown above, foreclosure proceedings will NOT be commenced until 90 days after the date the notice mailed to you on 03/18/2010. If an agreement is reached to modify your mortgage loan the mortgage will NOT be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. The website for the Michigan State Bar Lawyer Referral Service is http://www.michbar.org/programs/lawyerreferral.cfm and the toll free number is 800-9680738. You may bring an action in circuit court if you are required by law to be served notice and foreclosure proceedings are commenced, without such notice having been served upon you. If you have previously agreed to modify your mortgage loan within the past twelve (12) months under the terms of the above statute, you are not eligible to participate in this program unless you have complied with the terms of the mortgage loan, as modified. Notice given by: Randall S. Miller Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 313-583-3336 (Loan Modification Dept.) loanmods@millerlaw.biz Case No. 10MI00871-1 Dated: March 25, 2010 PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS OFFICE MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PUR77544275 POSE. SYNOPSIS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Regular Meeting March 10, 2010 Supervisor J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Treasurer D. Newhouse, and Trustee B. Miller. Absent: Trustee J. Grundy. Also present were 25 guests. Pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence for our troops. Agenda was approved as written. Minutes were presented to the Board and approved as written. Correspondence reported. Barry County Commissioners Report given. Parks Report given. Fire Departments reports received and placed on file. Police Department report received and placed on file. Treasurer Report was received. Motion approved to accept Deputy Treasurer Julie Stoneburner resignation with regrets. Motion to approve to pay Deputy Treasurer Deb Dintaman $11.50 an hour. Clerk’s report was received. Approved payment of bills. Motions approved to accept Diana’s Cleaning service contract for two years to clean township hall. Motions approved to accept service contract Bourdo Lawn Care for cemeteries for one year and CNS Lawn Care for township hall for one year. Motion for Prairieville Township to vote for Keith Murphy for the 911 Administrative Position. Motion to make Treasurer Deb Newhouse MTA County Representative. Motion approved to hire Tammy Berdecia as Prairieville Township Minute taker. An assessor auditor has been chosen and will do audit early April. Motion approved the 2010/2011 Board Meetings. Motion approved to purchase BS&A Fund Account System. Motion approved to purchase five computers from I.T. Right. General Ledger account numbers will be changed for the 2010/2011 for fire department, police department and road. Public comments were received. Supervisor Stoneburner, Treasurer Newhouse, Clerk Owens and Trustee Miller comments received. Meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by; 77544249 Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Frank Renegar and Grace A. Renegar, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6785 W Crane Rd, Middleville, MI 49333-9468. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 19, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 19, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544287 File # 315896F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Nicholas Deweerd, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 9965 W M 179 Hwy, Middleville, MI 49333-8308. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 19, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 19, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544278 File # 316549F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Travis, a married man and his wife Sammie Lynne Travis, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 17, 2008, and recorded on January 24, 2008 in instrument 200801240000708, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Six Hundred Sixteen And 20/100 Dollars ($121,616.20), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 1, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1260 of the city, formerly village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #307904F01 77543797 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has occurred in a Mortgage made by Daniel M. Hill and Bobbi Ann Hill to First Community Federal Credit Union dated November 24, 2003, and recorded on December 2, 2003 at Document No. 1118544 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $143,990.24. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on April 15,2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East entrance, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 6.2% per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan law. The property to be sold is described as: Located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan: Lot 7 of Crooked Lake Resort according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 52. Which has the address of: 11144 East Shore Dr., Delton, MI 49046. During the 6 months immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241(a), in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Date: March 12, 2010 First Community Federal Credit Union By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) BUSINESS ADDRESS: Stephen L. Langeland, P.C. Attorney at Law 6146 W. Main St., Ste. C Kalamazoo, MI 49009 77544135 269/382-3703 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage executed on November 8, 2007 by Russell J. Knisely, a single man, to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on November 15, 2007, in Instrument No. 2007115-0004222 [the “Mortgage”], on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of Seventy Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty Eight and 31/100 Dollars ($79,958.15), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale having become operative by reason on the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 15, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., at the Barry Courthouse located at 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, or the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan described in the Mortgage as follows: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 36, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, being at a point on Hammond Road which lies due West 1320.68 feet and North 00 degrees 31 minutes East 234 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section 36; thence North 00 degrees 31 minutes East 202 feet; thence due East 217.80 feet; thence South 00 degrees 31 minutes West 202 feet; thence due West 217.80 feet to the point of beginning. Commonly known as 2052 Hammond Road, Hastings, Michigan. The length of redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of the sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with Michigan law, in which case the redemption period shall be shortened accordingly. Dated: March 18, 2010 PURKEY & ASSOCIATES, PLC Attorneys for MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Lori L. Purkey, Esq. 2251 East Paris Avenue, SE, Suite B 77544162 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by John R. Haynes and Theresa L. Haynes, husband and wife as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 5, 2005, and recorded on August 11, 2005 in instrument 1150955, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Two And 54/100 Dollars ($49,302.54), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North half of Lots 19 and 20 of Block 13 of Kenfield's Second Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 37. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544008 File #314674F01 NOTICE OF MODIFICATION OPPORTUNITY BORROWER(S): Theron K. Carter and Pamela F. Carter 5777 West Crane Road Middleville, MI 49333 Borrower is in default on a Mortgage dated December 22, 2006. Pursuant to State law, MCLA 600.3205a, please be advised of the following: You have a right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder on mortgage servicer. The name of the person to contact and who has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification is: UNION BANK, 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, (616) 374-8829. You may bring an action in Circuit Court if you are required by law to be served notice and foreclosure proceedings are commenced, without such notice having been served upon you. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State House Development Authority’s website at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling 1-800-A-SHELTER, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year round. If a meeting is requested with the designee shown above, foreclosure proceedings will NOT be commenced until 90 days after the date of this notice mailed to you on even date herewith. If an agreement is reached to modify your mortgage loan, the mortgage will NOT be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. If you have previously agreed to modify your loan within the past twelve (12) months under the terms of the above statute, you are not eligible to participate in this program unless you have complied with the terms of the mortgage loan, as modified. You have the right to contact an attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney you may contact the Michigan State Bar Lawyer Referral Service at 1-800-968-0738. Notice given by: Timothy L. Tromp, 501 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058, (269) 948-9400. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Dated: March 15, 2010 Union Bank of Lake Odessa By: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) Attorney for Union Bank DRAFTED BY: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street 77544295 Hastings, MI 49058 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert H. Munjoy II, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 9, 2002 and recorded September 18, 2002 in Instrument Number 1087657, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Five Thousand Two Hundred One and 22/100 Dollars ($55,201.22) including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 1, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Township of Thornapple; Part of the Southeast fractional 1/4 of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West described as: Commencing at a point on the East line of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, distant 575.0 feet North of the Southeast corner of said section; thence North along the East line 225.0 feet; thence West 375.0 feet thence South 225.0 feet; thence East 375.0 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to easement over the East 33.0 feet for public highway purposes. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 241.8297 ASAP# 3467553 03/04/2010, 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Amy J. Shannon, wife and husband and William J. Shannon, as joint tenants with right of survivorship, to Nationstar Mortgage, LLC FKA Centex Home Equity Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 7, 2005 and recorded June 15, 2005 in Instrument Number 1148121, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-Nine and 21/100 Dollars ($80,389.21) including interest at 6.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 1, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3, Block 9, Assessors Plat Number 3, of the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 11. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 426.1187 ASAP# 3467565 03/04/2010, 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010 77543787 77543782 �Page 16 — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Official student enrollment numbers change slightly J-Ad Graphics News Service The second official count day of the 2009-10 school year, the spring count, originally slated for Wednesday, Feb. 10, was delayed for districts in Barry County when a winter storm dumped nearly a foot of snow across the region and closed schools. Hastings Area Schools, Thornapple Kellogg, Maple Valley and Lakewood Schools all then held their count on Thursday, Feb. 11. Delton Kellogg School District held its Principal explains green school process Tim Shaw, principal at Lee Elementary School in the Thornapple Kellogg School District, explains the process he has been developing to have his school of second and third graders become “green” to members of the Barry County Green Team. Shaw has been working on recycling, energy savings and more in his building. He told the Barry County Green Team that his students have been good examples for the adults in his building. (Photo by Patricia Johns) count day Tuesday, Feb. 16, because its scheduled mid-winter break started on Feb. 11. Districts then had 30 days to verify those figures and The preliminary count taken for Delton Kellogg Schools showed that 1,687 students attended the school system, an increase of 54 students. On Wednesday, Beckie Reed, student records coordinator for the district, reported that the uncertified total of students was 1,656, 23 more than an official count taken September, 2009. On Feb. 11, the Hastings count was 2,763 students 164 students less than the fall enrollment of 2,927.4, which Hastings Superintendent of Schools Rich Satterlee attributed to the snow day on Wednesday, followed by the beginning of mid-winter break the following Friday. “I think that with a snow day on Wednesday and no school on Friday, some students decided to make a long weekend of it,” said Satterlee at the time. At the end of the school day Feb. 16, the count in Hastings area schools was 2,908.44, 19 less than the fall enrollment. Satterlee noted at the time that nine of the 19 students lost were midyear graduates. He also said that he knew of some transfers into the district and estimated the final count to show a loss of 10 students. However, on March 11, the student count in Hastings was 2,915, down 34 students from the fall count of 2,949. The Maple Valley School District’s population dropped five students from the September 2009 count. 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Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all claims made in any advertisements, and to use good judgment and reasonable care, particularly when dealing with persons unknown to you ask for money in advance of delivery of goods or services advertised. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 Farm EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 FOR SALE: 160 bushel gravity boxes, (269)838-5958. Mobile Homes FOR SALE OR LEASE: 14x70 trailer, furnished, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, screen porch, 28x40 pole barn on 4/5 acres. Single or couples, no pets. 7237 Pike Road, Delton. Asking $62,000 or $750 month plus utilities. Call (269)672-5371. Antiques ANTIQUE SHOW, MARCH 27th & 28th, Barry County Fairground. A large variety of antiques, Just north of Hastings on M-37. Saturday, 9am-5pm, Sunday 10am-3pm, $3.00 admission. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: 77542804 All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 Superintendent Gary Rider. Lakewood Schools’ preliminary count of 2,138 changed slightly after the official count this month. Its enrollment of 2,136.8 was two students lower than the preliminary count and 27 students fewer than the fall count of 2,163.59. School districts receive 75 percent of their funding based on the fall numbers. They receive the final 25 percent of funding after the spring count. Student counts are recalculated and submitted to the Michigan Department of Education several times during the year, the first count of the school year takes place in September. The fall counts are blended with numbers from the previous February to calculate the per-student state funding. PARAPHERNALIA, continued from page 1 The containers are not just run-of-themill counterfeits, either. The two-liter bottle contains liquid both above and below the label, giving no hint to the hid- Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf shows the hidden spaces that can be found in what appear to be everyday items. THINK QUALITY J-AD GRAPHICS BED: QUEEN PILLOWTOP mattress set, NEW, still in plastic, $200. Call (517)4104921 Delivery available. ed February count had showed a loss of one student. After the numbers were officially calculated, however, the school’s blended count stands at 1,388.73. Thornapple Kellogg Schools’ unofficial count of 3,008 students remained the same after the official count. Enrollment figures showed an increase of 12 students, according to Meeting for new bicycle lane proposal will be held March 31 A meeting will be held March 31 at 6:30 p.m. at the Walldorff ballroom to introduce a proposal being considered by the Barry County Road Commission to develop a new bicycle route through Barry County. The proposed route will provide connection between the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail in Hastings and the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail project which terminates in Richland. Ultimately, the project would effectively provide a designated bicycle route between the municipal areas of Grand Rapids, Lansing, Kalamazoo and Battle Creek, interconnecting in downtown Hastings. The meeting will provide details of the plan, estimates of cost, acquisition of state and federal funds to support the project as well as the possible economic impact for Barry County. Pledged donations will be sought from interested residents and businesses to help acquire matching funds. Hors d’oeuvres will be provided. den compartment. The soda can’s lid is hidden so well that it is hardly visible. The can does, however, have one tell-tale feature. When shaken, the weight from the nonexistent liquid inside does not shift — a good indication that something other than caffeine is inside. One of these containers available to purchase is encased in a Hawaiian Punch drink can, a beverage often consumed by children. Leaf wants parents and school officials to be aware that the containers are available to purchase. “Schools should be aware because students could stash some decent-sized items in these,” explained Leaf. “Anything from illegal drugs to personal stuff could be put inside.” He said he is hopeful that parents and others will become educated about these types of devices as a way to help someone who may be dealing with a substance abuse issue. “Parents, and especially schools — anyone who deals with kids — should be aware of it,” emphasized Leaf. “Especially families dealing with someone they know who already has a substance abuse problem.” POLICE BEAT Local man’s death being investigated The Barry County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the death of Thomas John Ulrich, a 19-year-old male found in a wooded area of Carlton Township Friday, March 19. Officials from the sheriff’s department said foul play is not suspected at this time, but the incident remains under investigation pending autopsy results. Forgot milk? Wait until business hours Hastings Police are investigating several larcenies of businesses in the area. On March 17, Hastings Police were dispatched to Tom’s Market on East State Road for a motion alarm that had been set off. Upon arrival, officers noticed damage to the back of the building where someone could have gained entry. An owner of the business, who had been called to let officers in to inspect the building, said it did not appear that anything was missing. Anyone with information on this break-in is asked to contact the Hastings City Police Department or Silent Observer. Break-in suspects leave the goods On March 18 at 8 a.m., Hastings Police were called to Art Meade Auto on South Hanover for a reported break-in. Upon arrival, officers were met with the owner who stated that the south door of the building was open. After checking the office, it did not appear that anything had been taken from the store. This complaint is open pending further investigation. Give a memorial that Pizza restaurant victim of second break-in can go on forever A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them Also on March 18, at 8:45 a.m., Hastings Police were called to Three Brothers Pizza on South Hanover for a reported break-in. Upon arrival, officers were met by the manager who showed them a window in the side of the building that had been smashed out. The suspects then ransacked the business. This was the second break-in in a week at the restaurant. Anyone with information on these break-ins is asked to contact the Hastings City Police Department. Fast-food flasher is quickly arrested On Sunday, March 21, at 10:14 a.m., Hastings Police received a call from Central Dispatch saying a man had just exposed himself to an employee at the drive-through window of the State Street Burger King. Employees were able to get a license plate number and a good description of the vehicle. Hastings Police were able to find the car driving on Boltwood Street near Michigan Avenue and made the traffic stop. Hastings Police then asked the suspect if he had just been at Burger King and he said he had. Kenneth Leeroy Fenstemaker, 23, of Hastings was placed under arrest for indecent exposure and possession of marijuana. He was placed in the Barry County Jail. Copies of the report were forwarded to the prosecutor’s office for review. COURT NEWS Henry Dale Hook, 47, of Hastings was sentenced to four months in jail by Judge James Fisher in 5th Circuit Court March 18. Hook also was ordered to serve 24 months of probation stemming from an Aug. 25, 2009, incident when he was found to be manufacturing the controlled substance marijuana. He also was ordered to pay $60 in crime victim rights fees, $68 state minimum costs, $500 court costs and $240 in probation fees. His license will also be suspended for six months and restricted after 30 days. The BANNER Matthew Joseph Jablonski, 22, of Hastings was sentenced under Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court March 17 for larceny from a motor vehicle. According to court documents, on Sept. 6, 2009, Jablonski stole or unlawfully removed or took and radio and/or speakers that were in or on a motor vehicle. He was ordered to spend 47 days in jail, credited for 47 days served, and was required to were a wrist monitor. He also must pay $60 crime victim rights, $68 state minimum costs, $200 court costs, $200 restitution and $500 drug court fees. 269-945-9554 Michael Chad Adams, 35, of Ionia pleaded guilty to one charge of breaking and entering with intent to commit a crime of larceny. Judge Fisher ordered Adams to serve 30 to 180 months in prison, concurrent with a sentence from Allegan County. The March 23 incident also resulted in $60 crime victim rights fee, $68 state minimum costs, $500 court costs and $3,410 restitution. To subscribe, call us at... �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — Page 17 County wrestling team led by state champ, runner-up by Brett Bremer Sports Editor While for the second year in a row none of the varsity wrestling teams from Barry County made it to the team state finals in Battle Creek’s Kellogg Arena, a pair of athletes once again returned to the sport’s ultimate individual stage. Hastings senior Gage Pederson and Lakewood senior Ryan Steverson both reached the championship finals at the individual State Finals hosted by the Palace of Auburn Hills March 6. Steverson earned his first state title, while Pederson came up just short of his goal. They were a part of a group of 11 wrestlers from the county to compete in the individual state finals. Pederson was a part of the only conference championship in the county this year, as the Hastings Saxons knocked off the Thornapple Kellogg Trojans in their league dual then went on to win the O-K Gold Conference Finals at Grand Rapids Catholic Central to close out the league year. Thornapple Kellogg would get its revenge in the state tournament though, topping the Saxons for a district championship before falling to the eventual state champions from St. John’s in the regional tournament at Northview High School in Grand Rapids. Lakewood scored the county’s only other district title, knocking off the host Redskins in Belding for a Division 3 championship. The Vikings though were downed by Allendale for the second consecutive season in the regional finals. Here are the 2009-10 All-Barry County Wrestling First and Second Teams, as chosen by their coaches. Wrestling First Team 103 Ryan Flynn - Thornapple Kellogg: The Trojans’ freshman 103-pounder won the OK Gold Conference championship at his weight class. A runner-up finish at the individual district tournament earned him a spot in the regionals, where he saw his season end with a record of 35-13. Joey Jackson - Lakewood: The Viking junior earned a spot in the Division 3 individual regionals with a runner-up performance at the Vikings’ district tournament. He was 35-11 on the year, and won the CAAC-White championship at 103 pounds with pins in the conference tournament semifinals and finals. 112 Willie Gross - Lakewood: Gross was an individual regional qualifier in Division 3 this winter, after a runner-up finish at districts. He finished the year with a 30-13 record. Gross was the runner-up at 112 pounds to Corunna’s Jake Perrin in the CAAC-White. 119 Zack Baird - Maple Valley: The only Lion to win a match at the individual state finals this year in Division 4, Baird ended the year with a record of 34-16. He was third in his weight class at the KVA Tournament this year, topping Schoolcraft’s Dan Ebersberger 6-5 in the consolation final. 125 Darren Eaton - Lakewood: Eaton earned his second trip to the individual state finals as a junior this winter, and earned his first state medal by placing eighth in Division 3’s 125-pound weight class. He was the CAAC-White champion at 119 pounds this year, and saw his season end with a record of 43-11. 130 Trevor Dalton - Thornapple Kellogg: Ryan Steverson Gage Pederson Dalton finished a solid senior season with a record of 34-12. He was the fourth place finisher at 125 pounds in the O-K Gold Conference Tournament. 135 Jeff Bissett - Delton Kellogg: Delton Kellogg’s only individual state qualifier this season, Bissett earned the trip to the finals by scoring a district championship and then a fourth place finish at regionals. Bissett was the Kalamazoo Valley Association champion at 130 pounds this season, and finished the year with a record of 42-9. Austin Endsley - Hastings: Battling a shoulder injury for much of the season, Endsley still managed to wrestle his way to the individual state finals where he took an eighth place finish in Division 2’s 135pound weight class. He ended the season with a record of 309, and was the runner-up in the 135-pound weight class at the O-K Gold Conference Finals. 140 Gage Pederson - Hastings: A senior, Pederson reached the finals of the individual state wrestling tournament at 140 pounds, where he suffered a 6-4 loss to Chelsea’s Dakota Cooley to finish as the tournament runner-up. He was 50-3 on the year. He was undefeated in the O-K Gold Conference where he scored an 8-5 win over Thornapple Kellogg’s Cody Lydy for the 140-pound championship at the conference finals. 145 Steven Cung Bik - Thornapple Kellogg: A Trojan senior who was an individual regional qualifier this season after scoring a third place finish at the individual district tournament. Cung Bik was the runner-up at 145 pounds in the O-K Gold Conference this winter. He was 31-8 on the year. 152 Donovan Scott - Thornapple Kellogg: Thornapple Kellogg’s lone individual state qualifier, Scott finished the season with a record of 43 wins and 8 defeats. He was the O-K Gold Conference champion at 160 pounds this season, and was a runner-up at 152 pounds in the individual district tournament. 160 Mason Blackmer - Lakewood: A senior who earned his second trip to the individual state finals this season, Blackmer saw his season come to an end at the Palace with a record of 32-9. Blackmer was the CAAC-White runnerup to Portland’s Justin Pung at 171 pounds. 171 Nick Tape - Thornapple Kellogg: A senior, Tape recorded a 37-7 record in his final year for the Trojan varsity. He was one of 13 Trojans to score at least one victory at the team’s individual district tournament. Tape reached the championship finals in the 171-pound weight class at the O-K Gold Conference Finals this season. 189 Chase Schultz - Thornapple Kellogg: Another Trojan who had a fine senior season, Schultz finished with a record of 22-7. He was the O-K Gold Conference champion at 189 pounds, scoring a 7-3 win over Hastings’ Matt Mansfield in the final. 215 Beau Reaser - Hastings: He placed fourth in the 215-pound weight class at the O-K Gold Conference Finals, and finished the year with a record of 37-13. He was an individual regional qualifier this year, after placing fourth in the 189pound weight class at the Saxons’ Division 2 district tournament. 285 Ryan Steverson - Lakewood: The Viking senior won the state championship in Division 3 at his weight class, scoring his third consecutive state medal. Steverson was the CAAC-White champion at 285 pounds, and then won individual district and regional championships as well. He ended the year with a record of 53-0. Wrestling Second Team 103 Chris Feldpausch - Hastings: A freshman, he placed third in the O-K Gold Conference Finals at his weight class. He was 5-0 on the day at the Comstock Duals, helping the Saxon team take the championship there in January. 112 Nick Flynn - Thornapple Kellogg: A freshman, Flynn finished the year with a record of 16-15. He was runner-up to Forest Hills Eastern state medallist Tim Lambert in the 112pound weight class at the O-K Gold Conference Finals. 119 Dylan Shoup - Lakewood: A sophomore, Shoup was an individual regional qualifier thanks to a third place finish at the Vikings’ Division 3 district tournament. He ended the year with a record of 30-12. 125 Kenny Cross - Hastings: Cross saw a strong freshman season end with a record of 31-13 at the Saxons’ Division 2 district tournament, where he came up one win short of reaching the regional round of the state tournament. Cross was the third-place medallist this year in the 125-pound weight class at the OK Gold Conference Finals. 130 Mitchell Brisboe - Hastings: Brisboe came up one victory short of being an individual regional qualifier this season. He finished with a record of 23-15. He was also the fourth-place medallist at the O-K Gold Conference Finals in the 130pound weight class. 135 Jarod Kent - Lakewood: Kent saw his senior season end one step short of the individual state finals, as a regional qualifier. He ended the year with a record of 30-13. Kent was the third place finisher in the 135-pound weight class at the CAACWhite Championship Meet. 140 Tyler Franks - Maple Valley: Franks was one of two individual state qualifiers for the Maple Valley varsity wrestling team this year, after placing fourth at districts and third at regionals. He finished the year with a record of 3013, and was the runner-up at 140 pounds at the KVA Tournament. 145 Collin Ferguson - Hastings: Ferguson was the 145-pound champion at the O-K Gold Conference Finals this season. He went on to earn a spot in the individual state finals, with fourth place finishes at districts and regionals. He ended the year with a record of 32-21. 152 David Dempsey - Delton Kellogg: Dempsey came up one victory short of earning a spot as a regional qualifier. He was 39-9 overall on the season. He was the runner-up to Constantine’s Zach Lucas, falling 3-2 in the finals of the Kalamazoo Valley Association Tournament. 160 Jason Eckley - Hastings: Eckley finished the season with a record of 30-15. He was a regional qualifier this year in Division 2, after placing third in the Saxons’ district tournament. He also placed third in the O-K Gold Conference at 171 pounds. 171 Trevor Curtice - Delton Kellogg: Curtice was the Kalamazoo Valley Association Tournament champion at 171 pounds this season, scoring a pin of Constantine’s Dominick Rogers in the finals. He would finish the season with a record of 36-11. 189 Matt Mansfield - Hastings: Mansfield was the runner-up at 189 pounds to Thornapple Kellogg’s Chase Schultz at the O-K Gold Conference Finals. He ended the season with a 30-15 record. 215 Peter Westra - Thornapple Kellogg: A freshman, Westra was the O-K Gold Conference champion at 215 pounds this season where he scored a 1-0 win over Caledonia’s Dillon Schmitt in the finals. Westra finished the year with a record of 25-15. 285 Colton Marlette - Hastings: A junior, Marlette ended the year with a record of 38-10 as the sixth place medallist in the 215-pound weight class at the Division 2 State Finals. Marlette wrestled at the heavyweight spot all year for the Saxon team, and was the O-K Gold Conference champion at 285 pounds, scoring a win over Thornapple Kellogg’s Adrian Foster 4-3 in the finals. TK-Hastings swimmers had their best season yet by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Thornapple Kellogg-Hastings varsity boys’ swimming and diving team continued its improvements this winter in the pool. The TK-Hastings boys had their highest finish ever in their conference, the O-K Rainbow Tier II, placing third at the league meet behind only Forest Hills and Grand Rapids Catholic Central. The program also had its first ever swimmers earn all-conference honors. Times should keep getting faster for the TK-Hastings team. Of these 13 athletes who are being honored here, only four are seniors. Boys’ Swimming & Diving First Team Jacob Bailey - TK-Hastings: A fouryear varsity swimmer, Bailey earned allconference honors this season in the O-K Rainbow. A the conference meet he placed fifth in the 50-yard freestyle and in the 100-yard backstroke. Head coach Tyler Bultema called him a “good leader.” Brad Gagnon - TK-Hastings: A junior, team captain, in his second year on the var- sity he earned all-conference honors in the O-K Rainbow this winter. He placed sixth in the 200-yard freestyle and fourth in the 100-yard freestyle at the conference meet this year. Kevin Osterink - TK-Hastings: A three-year varsity swimmer, he was strong in the breaststroke and the freestyle for the TK-Hastings team. He swam the breaststroke leg in the 200yard medley relay, and placed 11th in the 100 breaststroke himself at the conference meet and 13th in the 50-yard freestyle. Dylan Pennington - TK-Hastings: A second-year swimmer, he anchored the TKHastings’ fourth-place 200-yard medley relay team at the O-K Rainbow Conference Meet as well as the team’s 200-yard freestyle relay foursome. Individually, he placed tenth in the 50yard freestyle. Tyler Swanson - TK-Hastings: An allconference performer for the TK-Hastings team as a junior in his third season with the varsity, Swanson was a team captain this year. He placed second in the 100-yard butterfly at the conference meet, and also placed fifth in the 200-yard individual medley. Josh Wheeler - TK-Hastings: The TKHastings’ teams top diver, Wheeler finished ninth at the conference meet this year. He also qualified for the regional meet for the second year in a row. Boys’ Swimming & Diving Second Team Craig Gagnon - TK-Hastings: A sophomore in the pool for the first time for the TK-Hastings team, Gagnon ended the year with a 12th place finish in the 200-yard freestyle at the O-K Rainbow Conference Meet and also placed tenth in the 500-yard freestyle. Bret Miller - TK-Hastings: A four-year senior on the varsity, Miller placed 15th in the 100-yard backstroke at the conference meet. James Moray - TK-Hastings: A senior diving for the third year for the varsity team, Moray was tenth at the O-K Rainbow Conference Meet in the event. Carl Olsen - TK-Hastings: A sophomore in his second season with the varsity team, Olsen placed 15th in the 200-yard freestyle at the conference meet and 13th in the 500-yard freestyle. Will Sprague - TK-Hastings: Sprague, a junior on the varsity for the first time, placed 11th at the conference meet in the 100-yard backstroke. Dalten White - TK-Hastings: A sophomore in his second year on the varsity he placed 15th at the conference meet in the 50-yard freestyle and 14th in the 100-yard freestyle. Zack Zwiernikowski - TK-Hastings: Another sophomore in his second varsity season, Zwiernikowski was 12th in the 100yard individual medley at the conference meet and 11th in the 100-yard butterfly. The 2009-10 Thornapple Kellogg-Hastings varsity boys’ swimming and diving team. (Photo by Mel Boonstra Jr.) �Page 18 — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Seven girls return to All-Barry County cage teams only squad to finish the year with a winning record at 11-10. Maple Valley was a victory short at 10-11. The top teams in the three conferences which the county schools represent all won district titles with the Kalamazoo Valley Association’s Olivet and Schoolcraft winning titles in Class C, the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division’s Portland winning in Class B, and Grand Rapids Catholic Central from the O-K Gold Conference also winning a Class B district. Catholic Central went on to top Portland in the state semifinals 51-25, then win the state championship by knocking off Detroit Country Day 51-43. The Cougars won their seven state tournament games by an average of 31 points. Girls’ Basketball First Team Veronica Hayden by Brett Bremer Sports Editor There are seven girls on the All-Barry County girls’ basketball teams this year that were all-county a year ago as well. That number could grow again next year, as ten of the 13 girls honored this season are underclassmen. The group has just three seniors to go along with four juniors, four sophomores, and a pair of freshmen. Delton Kellogg, which has three girls on the all-county first and second teams, was the Adrianna Culbert - Delton Kellogg: A sophomore starting for the second season on the Panther varsity, Culbert averaged 10 points and more than 9 rebounds per game . She had highs for 27 points, in a KVA contest with Galesburg-Augusta, and 21 rebounds in the Panthers’ district contest against Charlotte. Veronica Hayden - Hastings: The Saxons’ leading scorer in 14 of their 22 games, she averaged 11.5 points per game this season as well as 4.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 1.3 steals. She was chosen a team co-captain, the team MVP, and was named honorable mention all-conference in the O-K Gold. “Roni is basically the glue for our team on the floor,” said Hastings coach Steve Laubaugh. “She is our primary ball-handler, and our primary scorer. She plays a ton of minutes for us, because we need her on the floor to keep our offense running. I ask her to guard one of the other team’s best players. Other teams know that she is the player they need to focus on when they play us.” Jennifer Kent - Maple Valley: The Lions’ senior center/forward/guard led her team in scoring with 12.4 points per game, and rebounds at 5.1 per contest. She also had 1.5 blocks a game. She was named all-conference in the Kalamazoo Valley Association again this winter, and has already singed to play college basketball at the University of Findlay. Emily Kutch - Lakewood: The Viking freshman played the point for the first time in her life, and averaged 10 points, 8.4 rebounds, and two blocks per game. She was voted the Vikings’ Outstanding Offensive Player. “She was our leading scorer, and gained a tremendous amount of confidence in herself,” said Lakewood head coach Tal Thompson. Kayla Vogel - Hastings: A junior forward, Vogel averaged 8.7 points and 6.8 rebounds per game for the Saxons as well as 1.3 assists and 1 steal. “Kayla is the quite leader of our team,” said coach Laubaugh. “She puts up very solid numbers every night. She is a bit undersized for having to guard the post in our league, but she still handles it every night. She has a work ethic that is incredible, and others respect that.” Alyssa Weesie - Thornapple Kellogg: The junior leader for the Trojans, Weesie averaged 12 points and 8 rebounds per game this season, her second on the varsity. She did it while shooting 62-percent from the floor. Weesie was named honorable mention allconference in the O-K Gold this winter. Girls’ Basketball Second Team Cassie Holwerda - Thornapple Kellogg: The Trojans’ sophomore center averaged 10 points and 6 rebounds per game this season. She was strong on the other end of the floor too, playing both in the post and at the top for the Trojans. She averaged 2 blocks and 2 steals per game. Maddie King - Lakewood: Another Viking freshman, King was chosen as the Vikings’ MVP by her teammates. She averaged 7.8 points, 4 rebounds, 3 steals, and 2 assists per game. “She was everything to our team,” said coach Tal Thompson. “As she played well, we won games.” Anna Lynch - Lakewood: A junior who missed much of the season recovering from injury, Lynch returned to the line-up to average 9.6 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 3 steals per game. “She was still a dominant player when she returned,” coach Thompson said. Andrea Polley - Delton Kellogg: Another sophomore in her second season starting for the Delton varsity, Polley averaged 9.8 points per game this winter. A shooting guard who likes to attack the basket or pull up for jump shots, Polley had a game-high 21 points in her team’s contest with Allegan this year. Gabrielle Shipley - Hastings: A sopho- Adrianna Culbert and Jennifer Kent more forward, Shipley averaged 6.5 points and 4.9 rebounds per game as well as 1.5 steals. “Gabby is a very tenacious athlete,” said coach Laubaugh. “Her competitive spirit is what makes her so valuable to us. She is one of our best defenders, and rises to the challenge of guarding the other team. She has no fear, and hates losing.” Elizabeth Stewart - Maple Valley: The Lion senior guard finished the season averaging 9.3 points and 2.4 steals per game Stewart was named honorable mention AllConference in the KVA for the second straight season. Hannah Williams - Delton Kellogg: A senior who has been on the Delton varsity since her freshman year, and starting since she was a sophomore, Williams averaged 4.6 points per game this winter. Head coach Rick Williams called her his team’s stabilizer, a “coach and leader on the floor.” Underclassmen fill nearly half of all-county teams by Brett Bremer Sports Editor At the end of the 2008-09 season 15 seniors were honored on the All-Barry County varsity boys’ basketball first and second teams. The youngsters stared to take over this year. Of the 13 athletes honored for the 2009-10 season, there are six underclassmen. Three of them are sophomores and three juniors. While they’re talented youngsters, there were a few growing pains for the area teams this season. None of Barry County’s teams reached even the district finals in the Michigan High School Athletic Association state tournament. Hastings and Lakewood had the only opening round wins, earning the right to play in the Class B district semifinals at Lakewood High School where they were downed by talented squads from Eaton Rapids and Gull Lake respectively. None of the county’s teams finished the season with a winning record. Thornapple Kellogg and Delton Kellogg both ended the year with 10-11 marks. Hastings and Lakewood both had seven wins, while Maple Valley finished the year with two victories. Boys’ Basketball First Team Cody Anderson - Delton Kellogg: The Panthers’ leading scorer at 14.6 points per game, he was named first team all-conference in the Kalamazoo Valley Association this winter after earning all-league honorable mention as a junior. He averaged 6 rebounds per game as well, and had three double-doubles on the season. Five other times he came up one rebound short of a double-double. DK head coach Mike Mohn called him his team’s most consistent player. Nathan Bryans - Lakewood: The Viking’s leading score, a 6-5 junior forward, Bryans averaged 14.5 points per game was well as a team high 6.5 rebounds per contest. Bryans also added 2 assists, 1.85 steals, and 1.55 blocks per game. He was named first team all-conference in the CAACWhite. Greg Hamilton - Thornapple Kellogg: An outstanding sophomore guard, Hamilton averaged 13.8 points, 3.2 assists, and 4.9 rebounds per game. “A great leader and worker, Greg has been a pleasure to coach,” said TK head coach Lance Laker. “In addition to these stats, his unselfishness and great attitude make him a player every player loves to play with.” Grant Heide - Hastings: In his first season with the varsity, the Saxons’ junior guard averaged 10.3 points and 2.1 assists per game, while shooting 71.4-percent from the foul line and also knocking down 36 threes. “Grant improved greatly as the year progressed,” said Hastings’ head coach Don Schils. “He became a well-rounded scorer and our only real outside threat. Every game he became more comfortable at running the point guard position, helping us to win some games down the stretch.” Zach Passmore - Hastings: The Saxons’ leading scorer this season at 10.7 points per game, he also led the team in rebounding with 6.7 per contest, while shooting 79.8-percent from the foul line and 54.3-percent from the floor. “In a year of many changes, Zach was our consistent performer,” said coach Schils. “We could depend on him to get us key baskets or rebounds to keep us competitive and give us a chance to win.” Jared Stolicker - Thornapple Kellogg: A 6-9 all-conference performer in the O-K Gold as a junior this winter, Stolicker averaged 15.8 points, 15.8 rebounds, and 4.9 blocks per game and scored 30 or more points three times. “The thing that makes him so unique is despite his size, he has better hands and feet than most big guys that you will find,” coach Laker said, “and his innate sense of timing to change opposing players’ shots is like few kids that have played in this area.” Boys’ Basketball Second Team Jesse Aubil - Thornapple Kellogg: Aubil averaged 7 points and 8.4 rebounds a game in his senior season on the Trojan varsity. “He was the X-factor in every game he played in with his calm demeanor, his toughness, and his brute strength,” said coach Laker. Sam Desgranges - Lakewood: An honorable mention all-conference performer in B-BALL, continued next page SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org WEDNESDAY, MARCH 24 Boys Girls Girls Boys Girls Girls Varsity Varsity JV JV JV Varsity Baseball Softball Softball Baseball Soccer Soccer TUESDAY, MARCH 30 Plainwell High School Plainwell High School Plainwell High School Plainwell High School Scrimmage w/Lakewood Scrimmage w/Lakewood H H A A H H CMU Indoor CMU Indoor Belding High School A A A THURSDAY, MARCH 25 TBA Boys Varsity Track TBA Girls Varsity Track 5:00 pm Girls Varsity Soccer Saxon Girls Soccer Invite H Saxon Girls Soccer Invite H Indoor Scrimmage @ A Minges Creek MONDAY, MARCH 29 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:30 pm 4:30 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm Girls Girls Boys Boys Boys Girls Girls Boys Boys Girls JV Varsity Varsity JV Varsity Varsity Varsity Varsity JV JV Softball Softball Baseball Baseball Track Track Softball Baseball Baseball Softball Tennis Baseball Baseball NorthPointe Christian HS A Pennfield HS DH Game 1 H Pennfield HS DH Game 2 H WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:30 pm 4:30 pm 6:15 pm 6:15 pm Girls Girls Girls Boys Girls Girls Varsity JV Varsity Varsity JV Varsity Softball Softball Track Track Softball Softball Ionia HS DH Game 1 Ionia HS DH Game 1 Wayland Union HS Wayland Union HS Ionia HS DH Game 2 Ionia HS DH Game 2 A A H H A A Times and dates subject to change. 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The Cougars, and injuries, prevented the Thornapple Kellogg girls from defending their conference crown from a year ago. Delton was also trying to defend its Southern Michigan Competitive Cheer Conference crown, but found that to be difficult. It was a tough season for the Panthers and the Lions in their second season in their new league. Competitive Cheer First Team Jessica Akey - Thornapple Kellogg: The Trojan sophomore earned all-conference honors in the O-K Gold this year. MacKenzie Borrink - Thornapple Kellogg: Borrink, another Trojan sophomore, also earned all-conference in the O-K Gold this year. Kelley Daniels - Lakewood: Daniels earned all-league honors for the third time this season, and for the second time made one of the all-region teams. Brandy Gorodenski - Hastings: A senior, she was in all three rounds as a base and the Saxons’ main tumbler too. She was an all-conference performer in the O-K Gold. “Brandy is a great team player,” according to coach Amy Hubbell, and she was voted the Saxons’ hardest worker. Alecia Hansbarger - Lakewood: One of the Vikings’ flyers, Hansbarger is a senior who has earned first team allleague in the CAAC-White three times. She was also an all-region performer for the second time this year, and a Viking captain. Whitney Holaski - Lakewood: The Viking senior captain has been a four- year all-conference performer in the CAAC-White, and this is her fourth season on one of the all-county teams. She has also earned all-region honors in each of her four varsity seasons. Meghan Kilbourn - Lakewood: The Viking senior earned all-league first team for the first time this season in the CAAC-White, after being honorable mention all-league a year ago. She was one of the Vikings’ team captains this season. Brittany London - Thornapple Kellogg: The Trojan flyer had a fine junior season before an injury cut her season short. She was still named all-conference in the O-K Gold. Ally Nye - Thornapple Kellogg: A Trojan junior, Nye was named all-conference in the O- K Gold this winter. Lindsey Williams - Hastings: Williams was honorable mention all-conference in the O-K Gold this year, in all three rounds as a flyer and tumbler for the Saxons. She was voted the team’s MVP, and was a co-captain. “Lindsey is a perfectionist and loves to be competitive,” said coach Hubbell. able mention. Danielle Rosenburger - Maple Valley: The Lion base had a fine sophomore season in her second year on the varsity squad. Brittany Smith - Thornapple Kellogg: The Trojan junior was named honorable mention all-conference in the O-K Gold this winter. Alex Wendorff - Hastings: A senior in all three rounds for the Saxons, Wendorff was named her team’s most spirited performer this season. A tumbler and a flyer, she was one of the team’s co-captains this year. “She is the one who made sure her team had everything they needed. She kept them organized and energized,” said coach Hubbell. Erika Whitinger - Lakewood: A senior, Whitinger earned all-league honorable mention for the second time this season. She also earned all-district honorable mention. Brandi Gorodenski 77544366 2010 Competitive Cheer Second Team Melanie Brodbeck - Lakewood: A senior , Brodbeck was all-league in the CAAC-White for the second time this year. She was team captain for the Vikings this season. Shelby Christopher - Maple Valley: The Lion senior had solid year as a base and flyer at times for her team. Chaleah Gherman - Delton Kellogg: A junior, Gherman was once again one of the Panthers’ top tumblers and a solid base for her teammates. Laurel Mattice - Lakewood: A senior, Mattice earned all-league honorable mention in the CAAC-White for the second time this winter. Sara Osborne - Delton Kellogg: The Panthers’ senior flyer had another fine season for her team. Taylor Porter - Lakewood: The Viking junior earned first team all-league honors for the first time this year, after finish all-league honorable mention last year. She also earned all-region honor- SATURDAY MARCH 27TH • • • OPEN HOUSE DAY • • • BATTLE CREEK STORE ONLY - 6AM TO 1PM WBCK Live Radio Remote at 6am • Saturday Morning Show Pet Show ~ Garden Show ~ Door Prizes ~ FREE Coffee & Donuts BATTLE CREEK & CLIMAX STORES: • All Organic Products Look for this logo to locate organic products! 15% OFF 8am-1pm 10% OFF Earth Friendly Product 6am-8am • Mole Max 5000 sq ft 6am-8am $10.99 • 8am-1pm $12.99 • Hi-Yield Potting Mix 32 qt 6am-8am 50% off • 8am-1pm 25% off • Crabgrass Control 5000 sq ft 6am-8am $7.99 • 8am-1pm $8.99 PRODUCT REPRESENTATIVES WILL BE ON HAND WITH GARDENING & LAWN CARE ADVICE! SALE PRICES GOOD MARCH 27 THRU APRIL 3 12-12-12 Fertilizer 10.99 Bayer 24 Hr. 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Ryne Musbach, Lakewood: A senior point guard, Musbach did a solid job of scoring and distributing the basketball before an injury ended his season just before the district tournament. Musbach averaged 6.1 points, 1.55 rebounds, and 1.75 assists per game. Garrett Reid - Maple Valley: The Lions’ sophomore point guard was named honorable mention all-conference in the KVA this winter. He was the Lions’ leading scorer at 9.33 points per game. “We ask a lot out of this kid for a sophomore, and he did a good job,” said Lion head coach Trent Harvey. Ryan Watson - Delton Kellogg: A sophomore guard, Watson was honorable mention all-conference in the KVA in his first year on the Panther varsity. He averaged 12.3 points, 3.7 assists, and 4 rebounds a game - and bumped his scoring average up to 16 points per game in the final 12 ball games of the season with a single game-high of 30 points. 42nd St. the CAAC-White this winter, Desgranges averaged six points and 3.7 rebounds per game. An athletic senior forward, Desgranges also chipped in 2.4 assists and 1.4 steals per contest. Dustin Glaser - Hastings: While injuries limited his playing time during his senior season, Glaser averaged 9.7 points and 4.9 rebounds per game when he was able to et on the floor. “Dustin was our inside force,” said coach Schils, “both offensively and defensively taking up a great deal of space. He also made sure his teammates kept their heads up each game and encouraged them to keep competing.” Coley McKeough - Thornapple Kellogg: A two-year starter for the Trojan varsity, “Coley helped anchor and solidify our attack with his great leadership, toughness, and competitiveness,” said coach Laker. He averaged nearly eight points per game, and also had 2.9 rebounds, 3.6 Serving The Community Since 1920 Open Saturdays ‘til 1pm starting March 27 No sales to dealers. Good while supplies last. We reserve the right to limit quantities. MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:30 TO 5:00 • SATURDAY 8:30 TO 1:00 FREE SOIL TESTING! April 3rd 9 to 1 ....Garden Soil Testing Bring a sample to the Battle Creek store April 24th 9 to 1 .....Lawn Soil Testing �Page 20 — Thursday, March 25, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Knights are Academic All-State team The Unity Knights varsity hockey team, the co-op between Wayland, Hastings, Thornapple Kellogg, and Hopkins High Schools, earned All-State Academic honors for the winter season. The award is given by the MHSAA Coaches Association to all varsity hockey teams who have a cumulative team GPA over 3.0 for the first semester. The Knights players’ cumulative GPA was 3.2. Knight coach Tom Elliott stated that the team committed to four team goals at a preseason retreat with the most important goal to earn the All-state academic award. “These kids will play hockey for a few yeas, but the knowledge that they will receive in high Unity Knights hockey players Chad Reedy, (from left) Dylan Downs, Brandon Johnson, and Taylor Klotz show off their team’s All-State Academic Team plaque. school will last a lifetime,” Elliott said. Hastings High school players on the team are Chad Ready, Dylan Downs, Brandon Johnson, and Taylor Klotz. Downs was also named an all-conference performer in the O-K Conference Tier III. “Despite missing three weeks playing time as a result of a car accident, Dylan Downs finished the season second in conference scoring, trailing the conference leader by only four points. I am sure that had he played those games he would have lead the conference in scoring,” Elliott said at the postseason awards ceremony for the Knights. The Knights’ coach went on to say that the return of Downs, a team captain, was the key down the stretch to a strong finish for the team which finished the conference season with a 6-6-1 record. Downs finished the season with 28 goals and 18 assists for 46 total points in 22 games played. Any hockey players who will be attending Hastings High School next year and are interested in playing for the Unity Knights, there will be a spring hockey camp at Kentwood Ice Arena on April 17 and 18. Registration is open and the cost is $30. For more information about the camp or for Saxons interested in playing hockey next season please contact Ben Giguere at 616-5601632. Woodland Auto Body won its third consecutive championship in the YMCA of Barry County’s Men’s A league this winter, and capped off its season by winning last Wednesday’s league tournament. Team members are (front from left) Jeff Forbes, Bryce Stanhope, Eric Laurie, Ted Greenfield, (back) Adam Swartz, Doug Bierens, Silas Smith, and Brad Gee. Missing from photo are Adam Skedgell and Chris Timmerman. Woodland Auto Body wins third straight championship The Woodland Auto Body team has made a few changes in its roster in the past few years, but hasn’t changed its winning ways. For the third year in a row Woodland Auto Body has won the YMCA of Barry County Men’s Basketball A league, and won the Men’s league tournament this year as well. With a three season record of 26 wins and 5 losses they have become the team to beat during season play. In 2008 the team shared the spotlight with the Blair Landscaping team with a record of 9 and 4. The 2009 season saw a clean sweep of league play with a 8-0 record, and in 2010 the team ended the season with a 9-1 record. Delton sending a dozen to MyWay State Tournament A dozen wrestlers from the Delton youth wrestling program will be headed to the Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek this weekend to take part in the MyWay State Tournament. Earning spots in the state finals were (front from left) Garrett Schisser, Riley Roblyer, Blake Thomas, Mason Moore, (back) Kaleb Rick, Logan Montes, Jacob Reed, Calob Montes, Alex Waters, (missing from photo) Payton Warner, Tyler Dempsey and David Dempsey. Bowling Scores Sunday Night Mixed Sandbaggers 74 1/2; Late Arrivals 62; Skabbs 62; Sunday Snoozers 61 1/2; Lanes Divided 60; Pinchasers 59 1/2; Team Ate 59; Shelly’s Country Daycare 58; Funky Bowlers 57; Straight Liners 54; The Heath Gang 47 1/2. Women’s Good Games and Series - K. Becker 202-572; B. James 188-507; M. Simpson 189-505; M. Olin 171-452; B. Heath 162-438; D. Roberts 178; A. Hubbell 175; F. Ames 173; S. Henry 132. Men’s Good Games and Series - M. McKee 254-720; S. Olin 226-638; R. Guild 213-628; B. Shafer 215-586; S. Wilkins 192486; J.J. Britten 178-444; M. Bassett 135-366; A. Miller 244; S. Farlee 244; T. Heath 237; M. Eaton 222; B. Madden 215; B. Hubbell 214; T. Cooley 202; E. Bartlett 194; J. Lesick 189; T. DeMott 179; B. Kelley 155. Friday Night Mixed Matt’s Bunch 67; Shirlee N’ Family 62; Spencers Towing and Tire 59; 9-n-a-Wiggle 57 1/2; Ten Pins 55 1/2; Part Time 54; Heads Out 52; Haldan 48; All But One 48; Dum Schitz 47; The 4 B’s 46; Team #13 45; Oldies But Goodies 41; Spare Time 38. Women’s Good Games and Series - S. Vandenburg 206-577; J. Gasper 209-552; F. Bell 214-539; B. Roush 186-500; M. Matthis 183-479; E. Johnson 156-455; L. Clark 160413; S. McKee 235; M. Heath 203; T. Phenix 190; T. Bush 189; L. Smith 159; C. Etts 125. Men’s Good Games and Series - M. McKee 254-714; J. Bush 215-619; J. Barnum 226-618; B. Taylor 236-617; D. Carpenter 229-615; A. Miller 236-614; B. Madden 223598; J. Smith 215-528; J. Barnum III 218-524; M. Clark 179-520; F. Thompson 178-511; D. Sears 193-477; S. Abbott 151-424; J. Wanland 267; J. Shoebridge 201; T. Ramey 179. Tuesday Mixed Grove Street Cafe 69.5-46.5; Hastings City Bank 66.5-49.5; Boyce Milk Hauler 62-54; Hurless Machine Shop 61-55; Barry County Red Cross 51.5-64.5; J-Bar Antique Tractors 36.5-79.5. Men’s Good Games - M. Yost 200; P. Scobey 207; K. Armstrong 206; G. Hause 203; G. Snyder 192; L. Porter 189; C. Steeby 181; C. Armstrong 178. Men’s Good Series - M. Yost 547; P. Scobey 541; K. Armstrong 594; G. Hause 544; G. Snyder 548; L. Porter 477; C. Steeby 497; C. Armstrong 465. Women’s Good Games - D. Service 176; S. Beebe 170; B. Wilkins 167; M. Westbrook 156; B. Ramey 148; B. Moore 147; R. Gross 143; B. Norris 132. Women’s Good Series - D. Service 466; S. Beebe 466; B. Wilkins 451; M. Westbrook 430; B. Ramey 406; B. Moore 404; R. Gross 392; B. Norris 332. Tuesday Trios Coleman’s 94-26; Lu’s Team 68.5-51.5; CBS 65-51; Twisted Sisters 63-49; Lynn Denton Agency 61.5-58.5; Trouble 57-51; Lucky Strikes 55-61; Quick Response 52-64; Delton Pole 50-46; Sister’s 49-71; Super Crips 45-75; Vacant 0-100. Good Games - Renee B. 176; Paula R. 170; Luanne P. 179; Tammy T. 172; Brenda S. 156; JoAnne R. 192; Sarah T. 142; Stacey M. 203; Heather 204; Cathy H. 175; Jerica G. 176. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-04-01.pdf 6010177485babdfd948ff95ae17dfa8f PDF Text Text River project wins nationwide contest Century-old promise still giving Spring sports previews See Story on Page 7 See Editorial on Page 4 Stories starting on Page 17 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 13 NEWS BRIEFS BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 Hastings Mutual reaches 125th anniversary, commemorates past and future Free hearing, vision screening offered Hastings Mutual Insurance Co., headquartered in Hastings, is preparing to celebrate 125 years in business with its agencies, employees and community. The official kick-off is Monday, April 5, but the celebration will continue through the year. Recognizing the importance of strong relationships in the company’s long history, Hastings Mutual will spend this year in appreciation to agent partners, former and current employees and private individuals who have played a role in the development of their business. Monday marks the anniversary of the incorporation day back in 1885. When employees arrive at work April 5, they will be greeted with a gift of appreciation. The company’s corporate Web site will be updated by that date with enhanced company history and photographs. A regional property casualty insurance organization, Hastings Mutual serves six states in the Midwest. “Hastings Mutual is known as a financially solid, customer-focused organization that maintains their Midwest values while offering world-class commercial, farm and personal insurance products,” said Dan Hill, vice president of marketing at Hastings Mutual. “We are excited to spend this year remembering our proud past. We were a company built from incomparable values and we maintain our spirit of quality, responsibility and customer service. I am proud to say that today we are stronger than ever before. And, we look forward to an exciting future, which includes geographic expansion, technology Free hearing and vision screening will be offered Friday, April 2, at the BarryEaton District Health Department, 330 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings. For more information, call 269-9459516 ext. 133. Bust in Barry Twp. yields more than 160 marijuana plants Good Friday Service begins at noon A community Good Friday Worship Service, hosted by First United Methodist Church and First Presbyterian Church, will be held at 12:15 p.m. Good Friday, April 2. The 30-minute service will be held in the sanctuary of First United Methodist Church in Hastings and is designed to fit into the lunch hour schedule of people who work. The service will be built upon a multi-person reading from the gospel of John and will end in silence as worshippers leave the sanctuary, pondering the meaning of Jesus’ death. First United Methodist Church is located at 209 W. Green St. Parking is available behind the church. For more information contact First Presbyterian at 945-5463 or First United Methodist at 945-9574. Sirens to sound Saturday, April 3 The Hastings Fire Department will be testing its tornado siren starting Saturday, April 3, at 1 p.m. and continuing on the first Saturday of every month through September. If the city is under a tornado watch or warning or a Condition Red at the scheduled time, the siren will not be tested. by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer The lawn of the residence at 6467 Sheffield Road in Barry Township was filled with greenery last week, but it had nothing to do with the recent sunny weather. Barry Township Police Chief Victor Pierce, along with a team of 10 officers and Barry County Sheriff deputies, discovered more than 160 marijuana plants at the residence Friday, March 26. Information given to Pierce and the department led to a search warrant that netted the enhancements and continued agency focus,” Hill said. Hastings Mutual recently introduced Iowa as the sixth state where they work exclusively through independent agents to write property and casualty insurance. This development highlights the company’s focus on measured growth and financial responsibility. Only 13 percent of property and casualty companies reach a century old, according to Insurance Information Institute, and Hastings Mutual has readily surpassed that mark, Hill said. Other 125th anniversary events include: • An Employee 125th Anniversary Celebration. April 23 will be highlighted by a luncheon for all employees, board members, and retirees. The closed event also will be an opportunity for Hastings Mutual to share its company history and connection to the local community, and beyond. A “Wall of History” will be unveiled. “This event kicks off a year where we will recognize our proud past, strong present and exciting future,” according to a press release. • An employee picnic is scheduled to take place Aug. 5 at Historic Charlton Park where Hastings Mutual’s first home office is located and preserved. The opportunity to celebrate near the company’s first permanent building ties the 125th celebration of its rich history to the current workforce. • Summerfest, held in Hastings the last weekend in August, is an opportunity for Hastings Mutual to share its long history and exciting anniversary with residents of the city and surrounding areas, said a spokesperson. largest pot bust Pierce said he has been part of. No one was home at the time of the raid, though the department could be pursuing charges in relation to the findings as the investigation continues, said Pierce. Along with the plants, in varying stages of growth, police also removed drying and cultivation equipment from the residence. Pierce took the position of Barry Township Police Chief in January of this year and has been working to shut down similar operations since he began. MARIJUANA BUST, continued on page 2 Moore movie to be shown Tuesday Michael Moore’s film “Capitalism – A Love Story” will be shown from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 6, at the Hastings Public Library’s meeting room. The program is free and open to the public. Dinner, auction to benefit St. Rose School A dinner and live and silent auctions will be part of the fun starting at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, April 17, to benefit St. Rose School in Hastings. The public is welcome to attend the event, which will be held at the Walldorff Brewpub and Bistro in downtown Hastings. Organizers of the event say they have already received some “great items” for the St. Rose Auction for Education fundraiser, including a Hastings Area Schools athletic pass, a one week time share in Orlando, Fla., a one week stay at a cottage on Beaver Island, tickets to Daughtry (American Idol) at the Van Andel Arena, one-fourth black Angus beef, Nintendo DSI, golf outings, pictures, jewelry and much more. Tickets and information about donating to the event may be obtained by calling Missie Caris at 269-948-2450, Becky Zellmer at 517-852-0818 or the school office at 269-945-3164. See NEWS BRIEFS, continued on page 2 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, April 1, 2010 Barry Township Police Chief Victor Pierce, led a team of 10 officers and deputies in executing a search warrant on a marijuana production that was housed in a residence on Sheffield Road. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) John Halquist, a Hastings Mutual training manager and project manager of the company’s 125th anniversary plans, and Kelly Gmazel, marketing manager, show one of the posters depicting various eras of Hastings Mutual’s development. (Photo by Elaine Gilbert) This will be an opportunity to invite the public to become a part of Hastings Mutual’s proud past by attending an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 28. There will be tours, refreshments, entertainment, giveaways, and activities for all guests. Hastings Mutual is developing a Wall of History in a museum-style display which can be viewed during the open house. Unique items have been donated by agent partners, employees and retirees. Each item is a glimpse at the company’s evolution. From photographs to actual items from the company’s past, this is expected to be an enjoyable experience for anyone familiar with Hastings or for visitors celebrating Summerfest. Hastings Mutual also will have a booth, staffed by company representatives, at Summerfest from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, HASTINGS MUTUAL, continued on page 3 Delton board hears concerns about class relocations by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer More than 100 people were at Delton Kellogg High School March 24 to participate in a forum on the possible relocation of third and fourth grade classes from Delton Kellogg Elementary School to the middle school. Consisting primarily of two structures connected to each another through a breezeway, the two-story elementary school currently houses kindergartners and grades one through four. The nearby single-story, newer middle school currently houses grades five through eight. Cynthia Vujea, superintendent of Delton Kellogg Schools, explained that research and planning for the creation of an “upper elementary school” comprised of grades three through five and located at the middle school will take place throughout the year. “What we’re going to be doing is taking the next year to work on putting third, fourth and fifth together,” she said. Describing why the relocation was being considered, Vujea spoke of economics, saying, “Every school district in Michigan, because of the state finances and the lack of the state’s ability to adequately fund schools, are being forced to look at operating more efficiently. ... We need to figure out how to provide the very best education for our children in the most cost-effective way and honor the developmental stages of our kids.” Consolidation also was cited by Vujea as a basis for the proposed relocation. “We have 40 classrooms in our school district that are no longer used,” she said. According to Vujea, the proposed relocation likely would result in no elementarylevel classes being housed in the original portion of the elementary school, which was built in 1936. Mick Barney, co-chair of the school system’s facilities committee, explained that the original portion of the elementary school no longer meets the needs of today’s learners. He specifically noted the shape of the classrooms in the original portion, remarking that their rectangular design is not as conducive to learning as the square designs of contemporary classrooms. “It has really been a good school, but it’s outlived its purpose as a school, because it was designed for a whole lot different situation,” he said. During her presentation, Vujea took an opportunity to address rumors about the proposed relocation that she said have been circulating. She explained that, while some have claimed that eighth grade classes will be held at the high school, this will not be the case. She added that rumors about third graders being placed in a “middle school environment” also are untrue. At the Feb. 22 meeting of the Delton Kellogg Board of Education, Vujea said several classrooms in the original portion of the elementary school might be utilized for alternative education, however, she assured attendees of Thursday’s forum that alternative education students would be kept separate from other students at the school. “There’s a rumor that our alternative ed kids are going to be housed with our little children,” she said. “Not true.” As part of the forum, attendees were divided into smaller groups and placed in three different assemblies where they could express their thoughts on various aspects of the proposed relocation. One assembly prompted attendees to describe the social and emotional features of the perfect learning environment for 8- to 11-year-olds. Another asked attendees to describe the perfect physical setting for students between the ages of 8 and 11. The third assembly invited attendees to cite issues they had with the proposed relocation. Several comments made during the last assembly focused on benefits, with people wanting to know how much money the relocation would save the school system and how grouping third through fifth grades would better facilitate learning. “I want to understand why we’re going forward with this,” said one attendee. “What is the objective that we’re trying to reach? What are we trying to do?” Another attendee complained about the proposed relocation exemplifying a lack of communication between the school system and parents, saying, “It just feels like it’s been all done behind our backs.” Diane Talo, principal of the middle school and a member of a committee of parents, teachers and administrators that was formed CLASS RELOCATION, continued on page 3 �Page 2 — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — The Hastings Banner NEWS BRIEFS continued from front page Networking group to meet April 8 Visitors to the Barry County Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event April 8 will be among the first to enjoy Bay Pointe Inn and Lakefront Resort’s new Fireside banquet room. The event will be Thursday, April 8, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., with members from both the Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Wayland Area Chamber of Commerce invited to attend. Individuals seeking new business contacts and a networking opportunity should RSVP the Barry Chamber to attend. Additional Chamber Business After Hours events are scheduled throughout Barry County for the second Thursday of the month from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Members of the Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Wayland Area Chamber of Commerce and their employees are free to attend the April 8 events. There is a $10 charge for prospective members. To attend the event at Bay Pointe RSVP by Friday, April 2, to 269-945-2454 or e-mail andre@barrychamber.com. April classes set for 50-plus group “Islands of Michigan” will kick off the April offering of programs for the Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR). On Monday, April 12, from 10 a.m. to noon, Bill and Laurie Miller will share the history and architecture of Beaver, Mackinac, Drummond and other islands of the Great Lakes. Pastor Michael Anton will lead a discussion on “Religion and Society” Wednesdays, April 14 to May 12, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. “South East Asian Countries” with Jim Erwin will be the topic on Thursdays, April 15 to May 20. “Beginning Computers” will again be offered on Fridays, April 16 to 30, from 1 to 3 p.m. All classes are held at the Kellogg Community College Fehsenfeld Center on West Gun Lake Road and are for people 50 and over. There are no pre-requisites for attending; only a curiosity and wish to continue learning about a topic. Registration and class information is available by calling Connie Dawe at 269 948-9500, ext. 2803. City to remove structure soon Local churches plan Holy Week services Churches in the area are preparing Easter services. The following are notices of events submitted by area churches. Caledonia Caledonia United Methodist Church, 250 Vine St. SE, will hold Good Friday, April 2 with a prayer vigil from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. as a time of solitude and prayer. Easter Sunday begins at 8:30 a.m. with a communion service followed at 9 a.m. by a continental breakfast. There also will be a 10 a.m. Easter worship service. Anyone wanting additional information should contact Jodi in the church office at 616-891-8669. The cantata choir at Leighton Church will present a Good Friday service at 7 p.m. Easter Services begin Sunday with sunrise service at 7 a.m. featuring “The Rock,” a drama production based on 1 Peter 2:7-8. The sunrise service will be followed by breakfast at 7:45 a.m. Easter morning worship is at 9:30 a.m. celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. All are welcome to attend. Leighton Church is located at 4180 2nd Street (same as East Paris Avenue) between Middleville and Dorr. For more information, visit the church web site at www.leightonchurch.org or call the church office at 616-891-8028. Genesis United Methodist Church, 1601 Galbraith SE, Suite 304, will hold the Easter Sunday service at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 616-974-0400. Alaska Baptist Church, 7240 68th Street SE, will be featuring a special Sunday worship and celebration service Easter Sunday at 9:30 a.m. For additional information, check the church’s Web site at www.alaskabaptist. org or call the church office at 616-698-8104. Wayfarer Community Church, 5455 84th St. (just west of Kraft on 84th Street) will hold Easter Sunday services at 10 a.m. Call Wayfarer Community Church at 536-2102 or visit online at www.wayfarerchurch.com for more information. Delton At Faith United Methodist Church, located on the corner of M-43 Highway and Bush Street, a Good Friday service will be held at 7 p.m. On Easter Sunday, a 7 a.m. sunrise service will start the morning, with breakfast following. Sunday school for all ages will be at 9:45 a.m. Easter worship services will be held at 8:30 and 11 a.m. Freeport Sunrise services at Freeport United Methodist Church on Easter Sunday will be followed by breakfast. Weather permitting, everyone will meet at church at 6:45 a.m. and then go to the cemetery at 7 a.m. Easter services at Freeport United Methodist Church, 175 Cherry St., are at 11 a.m. Call 616-765-5316 for more information. Gun Lake area At Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, 159 131st Ave., the Good Friday mass is at 2 p.m. and “His Last Days” performed at 7 p.m. The Holy Saturday Easter vigil begins at 8 p.m. Easter Sunday mass begins at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 269-792-3543. First Baptist Church, 6921 Marsh Road, Orangeville, Easter services begin Sunday at 7:30 a.m. with “The Lord is Risen Indeed,” followed by breakfast at 8:15 a.m. There is also an Easter service at 11 a.m. For more information, call 269-664-6377. St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, 11850 9 Mile Road, will hold a Good Friday service at 7 p.m. The Easter celebration will be at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, April 4. Hastings Emmanuel Episcopal Church, at 315 W. Center St., service on Good Friday begins the Way of the Cross at noon and again at 7 p.m., Good Friday Liturgy will be given. On Holy Saturday at 9 a.m., the Holy Saturday Office will be given. The Sunday of the Resurrection, Easter Day includes Festival Holy Eucharist, Rite II, at 10 a.m. and a champagne reception at 11:30 a.m. in the Gury Parish House. For more information, call 269-945-3014. Hope United Methodist Church, 2920 S. M-37 Highway, will hold Good Friday Service, a quiet prayer service, at 7 p.m. Easter Sunday will begin with a youth service at 8 a.m. followed by breakfast. Morning resurrection worship will begin at 10 a.m. For more information, check out the Web site www.hopeum.org. First Presbyterian Church of Hastings will hold an outdoor Easter sunrise service in the parking lot of its new future church home on North M-37 Highway. The brief service will begin at 7:10 a.m., and the people who gather there will celebrate Jesus’ resurrection as they greet the new day with the rising of the sun. The service will include songs and a short homily. The church’s construction site is located just north of Airport Road on the west side of the highway. Regular Easter services will be held at the Presbyterian congregation’s present sanctuary at 231 S. Broadway (just south of the Barry County Courthouse) at 9 and 11 a.m. For more information, call 269-945-5463. Grace Lutheran Church, 239 E. North St., (across from Tendercare), will hold its annual Good Friday Cross Walk (see separate story). Good Friday, worship starts at 7 p.m. using Tenebrae, the “service of darkness.” Easter Sunday, the church celebrates with worship at 6:30 and 10 a.m. Breakfast is served after the 6:30 a.m. worship. Sunday school will not be held April 4. Call the church at 269-945-9414 or 269-945-2645 for more information. For Welcome Corners United Methodist Church, 3815 N. M-43 Highway, Easter church services will begin at 9:45 a.m. Call 269-945-2654 for more information. Middleville Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 908 W. Main St., will hold Holy Saturday Matins at 9 a.m. For the Great Easter Vigil, parishioners meet beneath the cross outside at sunset (7:17 p.m.) will be Saturday. Easter Sunrise Matins begin Sunday beneath the cross outside at 6:28 a.m., followed by Easter breakfast from 8 to 9 a.m. and the Easter feast divine service, 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 269-7952391. An Easter Sunday sunrise service will begin at 7 a.m. at the Middleville United Methodist Church, 111 Church St., followed by a community breakfast served by the United Methodist men. Easter service begins at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 269-795-9266. Middleville Christian Reformed Church, 708 W. Main St., invites the community to a special Easter celebration service Sunday at 10 a.m. Easter breakfast will begin at 9:15 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Tom at 269908-1343. Peace Church, on M-37 between Middleville and Caledonia, has planned Sunday’s Easter breakfast from 7 to 9 a.m. followed by the Easter Sunday service at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 616-891-8119 or go to www.peacechurch.cc. At First Baptist Church, M-37 north of Middleville, Easter Sunday breakfast will be served at the Koinonia Konnection Café at 9:30 a.m. The worship choir will present the Easter celebration musical “Not Guilty” at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call 269795-9726. Nashville area On Easter Sunday, sunrise services will be followed by breakfast at Peace United Methodist Church, 6043 E. M-79 Highway, between Hastings and Nashville. Weather permitting, everyone will meet at church at 6:45 a.m. and go to the cemetery at 7 a.m. Regular church services at Peace United Methodist Church are at 8:30 a.m. Call 517852-1993. Woodbury St. Herman Orthodox Church, 216 Maple Highway, concludes Holy Week with the traditional midnight procession and resurrection service in the first hours of Sunday morning. After the service, all are invited to a festive meal. Further information, directions and schedule are available by calling 616-374-8596 or through the Web site, www.stherman.net. MARIJUANA BUST, continued from page 1 “We want to send a direct message that it’s not going to be acceptable,” said Pierce. “We’re taking information as it comes to us and working the best we can to put a lid on it.” Barry Township Supervisor Wesley Kahler said the bust is the largest he has seen in his 10 years as supervisor and said he could not be more pleased with the work Pierce has accomplished in just three months. “The township board is really proud of these guys, and the community is too,” said Kahler. “He [Pierce] has brought a lot of good experience to our guys.” Before taking the position, Pierce served Demolition crews are expected to begin removal of this house, located at 1201 N. Broadway, within a couple of weeks. The home was damaged in a fire in August 2009. According to Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield, law enforcement agencies that were conducting an arson investigation released the structure for demolition three months ago, and the insurance company released the structure two months ago. The homeowner recently gave City officials permission to remove the structure. The City of Hastings received funds from the homeowner’s insurance company to remove the damaged house. for three decades with the Battle Creek Police Department in many roles that included patrol officer, detective, firearms instructor and sergeant, among others. He said he draws a hard line concerning illegal drug use, one he will continue to draw throughout his career at Barry Township. “It creates a cancer for the community,” said Pierce as he stood among the plants. “I don’t think it’s acceptable, and I feel that most individuals in the community feel the same as I do. And I know I have the township supervisor’s support, along with the board.” Voter registration deadline nears for May 4 election Monday, April 5, is the last day to register to vote for the May 4 election. Residents may register at a Secretary of State branch office or at a clerk’s office in the municipality in which they reside, whether a village, city or the county clerk. To register, applicants must be at least 18 years old by Election Day and be Michigan residents and U.S. citizens. Voters may register in person or by mail. The mail-in form is on the Department of State Web site at www.Michigan.gov/sos. First-time voters who register by mail must vote in person in their first election, unless they hand-deliver the application to their local clerk, are 60 years old or older, are disabled, or are eligible to vote under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act. Voters who qualify may choose to cast an absentee ballot on Election Day. Those who wish to receive their absentee ballot by mail must submit their application by 2 p.m. Saturday, May 1. Absentee ballots can be obtained in person anytime through 4 p.m. on Monday, May 3. Voters who request an absentee ballot in person on Monday, May 3, must vote the ballot in the clerk’s office. To check their registration status, residents may visit the Michigan Voter Information Center at www.Michigan.gov/vote. Residents can also find information on voting by absentee ballot, Michigan’s voter identification requirement, using voting equipment and contacting their local clerk. In addition, they will find a map to their local polling place and a sample ballot. Additional election information can be found at www.Michigan.gov/sos. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 Correction In the March 25 edition of the Hastings Banner, Barry County Commissioner Joe Lyons was incorrectly identified as the owner of Lyons Septic Tank Services. Jesse Lyons, Joe’s son, has owned the business since January 2008. This plant, along with more than 160 others were found during a recent raid on a residence on Sheffield Road near Hickory Corners, Barry Township. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) More than 160 marijuana plants, in varying stages of growth, are confiscated in a raid Friday, March 26. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) A plastic tote with the price tag still attached was turned into a drying station by installing a fan and drilling a few holes into the plastic. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) Along with the plants, equipment for cultivating and drying the illegal substance also are found. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — Page 3 Fun run/walk to help ‘Living Laura’s Hope’ team get to South Africa by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Running or walking for a cause dear to the heart of a Hastings High School graduate whose life ended too soon is what the second annual LiveIt 5K Fun Run is all about. The event begins at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 24 behind the Hastings Middle School. All proceeds from the fun run will go to Living Laura’s Hope mission trip to South Africa. Living Laura’s Hope is in memory of Laura Dickinson who was murdered in her dorm room at Eastern Michigan University in December 2006. The tragedy stunned the Hastings community and others who knew Laura as a caring, generous, outgoing, intelligent young woman who had a passion to go to Africa and help orphans who are victims of the AIDS pandemic in that continent. Twelve people, including Laura’s father Bob Dickinson, from Thornapple Valley Church (TVC) are going to live out Laura’s dream by helping refugees in South Africa this summer. All proceeds are going to make Living Laura’s Hope trip possible, Audrey said, because “we have people donating the food and refreshments and to do the timing.” Party in a Box is donating time to handle the disc jockey duties at the event. All ages are welcome to participate in the fun run or walk along the route, which is the same as the Hastings Summerfest Run. “Since it is a fun run people are welcome to come and just walk if they want to get out and support the cause ... Timing ‘chips’ will be given to people who are interested in running a timed race,” organizers said in a press release. About 100 participated in last year’s run and organizers are hoping for an even larger group this year. “We had kids last year as young as 13 who ran the whole thing, and there were some dogs in it. It was great,” said Joel Strickland, a TVC youth leader who was a classmate of Laura’s at Hastings High. Registration fees for family and individual rates, the route, and other race information can be found on the registration forms that are available at State Grounds Coffee House in downtown Hastings or online at www.stategrounds.com. Regarding the financial aspects of the trip, Joel said, “We’re pretty much almost there.” The group is hoping the fun run and a May fundraiser put them at their goal. Seven students and five leaders of the TVC youth group will be traveling to South Africa for the Living Laura’s Hope trip scheduled for July 19 - Aug. 4. Participating are Nichie Parish, Shawn Winters, Audrey Westdorp, Brooke Blair, Jessica Czinder, Rachel Zoet, Micayla French, Bob Dickinson, Becky Armour, Paige Pumford, Amie Kissinger and Joel Strickland. “It’s going to be very rewarding,” Joel said of the trip. “We’re going to, obviously, bless other people, but I think we will be blessed through it as well, through the experience. “Originally our trip was scheduled to go last summer and just through circumstances it didn’t quite work out, so we pushed it back a year. We’re ready to go,” he said. Audrey Westdorp added, “This extra year has given us extra time to grow together as a group. We’re all coming from different places in life.” Facilitating the trip for the local 12 is an organization called Global Expeditions, based in Texas, said Audrey Westdorp. The group will receive training in Texas before embarking for South Africa. Joel has high praise for Global Expeditions through his experience during a mission trip to Mexico with the organization. “We built some homes ... It was very rewarding,” he said. South Africa is ripe for mission work HASTINGS MUTUAL, continued from page 1 Aug. 28. A mini-history of the company’s 125 years will be on display and Caryl Hurless will delight young visitors as Caryl the Clown. The company will join the Aug. 28 parade festivities by building and designing a float to celebrate its 125th anniversary. “This parade is an important part of Hastings Mutual’s community involvement. We continue participating in this annual event, recognizing the importance the city plays in all of our lives,” a spokesperson said. The Living Laura’s Hope mission trip participants are (front row, from left) Bob Dickinson, Becky Armour, Paige Pumford, Amie Kissinger, Joel Strickland; (back) Nichie Parish, Shawn Winters, Audrey Westdorp, Brooke Blair, Jessica Czinder, Rachel Zoet and Micayla French. because the country “has become a shelter for over 250,000 refugees who’ve fled their homes in fear of being persecuted for their race, religion, or social groups,” according to the Global Expeditions Web site. “Because they’re on the run, they arrive with few or no possessions. Many aren’t able to get assistance, housing, or identity documents, so end up in refugee squatter camps. Trapped in these poverty-stricken slums, living in shacks made of tin, scrap metal and wood, most are hopeless, frustrated, and hurting.” Mission teams can “bring them the Good News: That God loves them and has a purpose for their lives.” While in South Africa, the Living Laura’s Hope team will be going into refugee villages and perhaps help the refugees wash clothes, chop wood, make mud bricks, garden or even pluck a chicken for dinner, according to the Global Expeditions Web site. The team will go on hut-to-hut visits, praying for the people, distributing blankets and communicating God’s love to local children with games and stories. Paige Pumford said she is looking forward “to the whole experience in general ... and to reach out to other people. “I think it is going to change the way I look at things in America. I’ll be more appreciative of the things that I have,” Paige said. Since the trip will be Audrey Westdorp’s first mission trip, she expects it to be “an eyeopening experience for me ... I’m looking forward to the experience. I’m not exactly sure what to expect quite yet ...” Joel said between 20 and 30 other people wanted to go on the Living Laura’s Hope mission trip, “but there’s a huge commitment to raising funds and a lot of these people (who are going) are using their own money and graduation money. It’s $4,800 per person to go. It is expensive.” Audrey noted, “The economy hasn’t made it the easiest for fundraising either. We’ve tried to stay faithful and know that everything will come together in the end.” Joel said, “A lot of these students and even leaders have really sacrificed over the last two years, and we’ve been meeting monthly.” He encourages people to turn out for the fun run and support the cause whether they know Laura or not. “It’s in her honor and all the proceeds will go to us being able to live out her hope for what she desired to do. We’d love to have people come out and support it,” Joel said. The mission trip is an extension of a charity called Share Laura’s Hope, established by Laura’s parents for donations to support orphans who are victims of AIDS in Africa. Many fundraisers have been held for that specific purpose with the funds earmarked for World Vision to help orphans, including sponsoring two girls who have been orphaned by AIDS in Mbala, Zambia. Field trip concerns lead to change in policy by Delton board by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer The Delton Kellogg Board of Education met for a workshop March 29 to review its policy regarding field trips for students in the school district. The workshop fell on the heels of the board’s March 15 meeting, where the board approved a proposed field trip to Chicago for students of three of the four sixth grade classes at Delton Kellogg Middle School. A future trip to Chicago for students in Duane Hornbeck’s was not approved. Based upon comments given by Hornbeck and Diane Talo, principal of the middle school, approval of a trip to Chicago for Hornbeck’s students could not be given by the board because of a disagreement between the teacher and the principal over sanctioning and proper approval of the trip. While a trip to Chicago has been offered to sixth grade students of the middle school for many years, the trip traditionally is different for Hornbeck’s class. The trip for Hornbeck’s students usually takes place on the same day as the other trips, but it is several hours longer and includes attendance at a baseball game. Hornbeck spoke at the workshop, explaining that he took his students on field trips to Chicago approximately 10 years before all sixth grade students were given the opportunity to go on such trips. “We’ve done the same trip for over 30 years,” he said. Wednesday, Cynthia Vujea, superintendent of the school system, reported that Hornbeck’s students probably would be able to go to Chicago this year, too. Hornbeck presumably will submit a request for approval of the proposed field trip to Talo, who likely would submit the request to the board for Sewer system construction underway A glass case filled with Hastings Mutual memorabilia is just a small token of the historical display the company will unveil. Pictured are Susan Stiver, training, education and development administrator, and Dustin Bowman, PC technician. A 1950s workstation, complete with an Underwood typewriter and rotary telephone and other artifacts from the company’s past, has been set up for a display commemorating Hastings Mutual Insurance’s 125th anniversary. Here, Susan Stiver, training, education and development administrator at Hastings Mutual, is pictured to help recreate the scene. (Photos by Elaine Gilbert) by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Pipe installation has begun along M-43 north of the city of Hastings and on Coats Grove Road. Brad Carpenter, supervisor of Carlton Township, explained that the construction signals another triumph for a planned sewer system that will service properties on and around Leach and Middle lakes. “It’s going real well,” he said. As previously reported, the planned system — a septic tank effluent pump system that will pump away liquid waste and utilize tanks to store solid waste for eventual retrieval — will be owned by Carlton Township and serviced by the City of Hastings. A small portion of Leach Lake lies within both Hastings Charter and Carlton townships, so Hastings Charter Township has contracted with the other two municipalities to allow some of its residents to utilize the system. Before construction began, it was announced that a grant made possible by Michigan’s Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund would finance 90 percent of the system’s engineering costs, while 40 percent of its construction cost of approximately $2.6 million would be paid for with funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Carpenter reported Monday that installation of the main pipes in the city has been completed, along with all of the work for the project that needed to completed along M-43. Work on installing pipes for the system along Coats Grove Road will begin Monday, April 5, he added. According to Carpenter, the first property to utilize the system will be hooked up to it by next month. approval at its regular meeting later this month, she said. In their review of field trip policy at the workshop, members of the board discussed various aspects of field trips, including the merits of outings to places such as Chicago. Trustee Paul Hughes asserted that, while the trip to Chicago approved by the board would include visits to museums, each visit would only last approximately one hour and would not offer students a learning experience worthy of the time they would spend on a bus to and from the city. Treasurer Marsha Bassett also spoke of the merits of field trips, saying that, as long as learning is planned for and takes place during field trips, such ventures should not be limited to purely academic pursuits. “I have to admit, I am not opposed to kids having fun on a field trip, if you have certain learning objectives,” she said. The field trip approved by the board is scheduled for Wednesday, June 2, and students will return late that night. Classes are to be held at the school system the following day, and Hughes further criticized the trip for the lateness it would entail. “I guess the problem I have with it is the kids are coming back on a school day,” he said. “I have a real issue with that.” Following their discussion of field trips, members of the board agreed to incorporate deadlines into the board’s policy regarding such outings. The board agreed to alter the policy and require that requests for field trips entailing out-of-state travel or overnight stays be submitted to the board at least six months prior to those trips. Regarding field trips that do not include out-of-state travel or overnight stays, the board agreed that requests for such trips be submitted at least one month prior to the date of those trips. The board’s current policies do not specify deadlines for requests for field trips, however, Vujea explained after the workshop that before the board’s current policies were adopted, requests for field trips were required to be submitted at least three months prior to such outings. CLASS RELOCATION, continued from page 1 to investigate the proposed relocation, explained that questions raised during the sessions would inform another forum scheduled for late this month. “Not a lot’s been decided,” she said. “We are ... truly in an informational gathering stage.” Dave Swift, owner of Dig-It, is involved with the boring of pipe along Coats Grove Road for the planned sewer system. �Page 4 — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Promise made in last century keeps giving today Meatless day is honorable move To the editor: Gov. Granholm’s recent suggestion that Michigan citizens observe a day without meat was valid and honorable. On a national and state level, modern techniques for meat production currently result in the misuse of grain (70 percent of U.S. grain production is fed to livestock in this country), water, (390 gallons of water are required to produce one pound of beef), and energy (10 times more energy is necessary to produce and transport livestock than to grow plants). Additionally, the methane gas produced by livestock is an environmental hazard of unprecedented proportion. Even setting aside all this evidence, it is a fact that individuals who reduce or eliminate their intake of meat enjoy a multitude of personal health benefits, such as fewer strokes, lowered levels of blood pressure, less heart disease, gout and cancer. One day without meat? Even if we only consider the horrific and miserable conditions for animals on current industrial “farms,” there is ample logic for reducing or eliminating meat from our diets. If I go to Lansing to demonstrate, it will be to thank Gov. Granholm for caring about Michigan’s citizenry. Kathleen Oliver, Grand Rapids Hastings Public Library shares weekly events Thursday, April 1 — winter reading club continues; Movie Memories, “The Terror of Tiny Town” 5 to 8 p.m.; Library Book Club for adults discusses The Cellist of Sarajevo by Steve Galloway. Friday, April 2 — preschool story time about potatoes,” 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Monday, April 5: Tween Anime program featuring “Avatar: the Last Air-Bender,” 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, April 6 — toddler story time, “Sing and Dance,” 10:30 to 11 a.m.; Great Decisions discussion group, 2 to 4 p.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 7 — Terrific Tweens celebrate Earth Day, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. For more information about any of the above, call the Hastings Public Library at 269-945-4263. 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In other words, have few irons in the fire at one time. • Try to lead the other fellow; do not push him. • Do not dominate your elders. Age gives people lots of experience. • In conversation with people, forget the word ‘I.’ • Have patience with people. If things seem to go wrong occasionally, remember that time cures many things. • Do not dictate to your elders; better endure and let the other fellow boss. After all is said and done, we are all striving for results. • Consider the feelings of the other fellow and remember to do as you would like to be done by. • Keep your feet on the earth and your head up, but not too high in the sky. • Be kind to all, but choose carefully your friends. • Remember it took six days for Jehovah to create the earth. We should not try to reconstruct it in any less time. • Be humble. P.S. Above are 15 suggestions, not commandments.” These 15 guidelines sound like they could have been from a mass e-mail sent last week, don’t they? Who would concoct such a list of dos and don’ts you can see every day on your Facebook wall? An idealist with no grasp of reality, you might think. Think again. The above suggestions might just be the real formula behind the enduring, global success of the $13 billion a year Kellogg Company. The 15 suggestions are the words of founder W. K. Kellogg, taken from a letter written to his grandson Nov. 11, 1931. In light of today’s economic climate and public angst toward “fat cat” bankers and CEOs who seemingly have lost touch with the “little people,” this Battle Creek-born corporate magnate, who somehow maintained his humility, left words — and a legacy — that continue to offer relevance 59 years after his death. If you ask Garth “Duff” Stoltz, Battle Creek Historic Adventist Village director and self-described history nut, W. K. Kellogg’s grounded, humble management of and generosity with his self-made wealth was the result of his Seventh-day Adventist upbringing. “I will invest my money in people,” is one of Kellogg’s most treasured quotes. In his case, it wasn’t just lip service. The establishment of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation in 1930 was Kellogg putting his money where his mouth was. Its subsequent donations to educational institutions included the $1.75 million that started Kellogg Community College and the money responsible for development of the Battle Creek Public Schools Outdoor Charity House moved; Leadership group to benefit in April The Charity House has moved to the wastewater treatment plant at the end of Cass Street in Hastings. For the month of April, all proceeds will be deposited into the endowment fund of Leadership Barry County at the Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. Education Center on Clear Lake in Johnstown Township and the Pine Lake Camp (now Michigan Career and Technical Institute) in Prairieville Township. The foundation also provided a long list of gifts that brought new buildings to Delton Kellogg Schools, Thornapple Kellogg Schools, Woodland High School (now an elementary) W.K. Kellogg High School (later Gull Lake Middle School), the Kellogg School in Nashville — not to mention the Kellogg Biological Station and education center, bird sanctuary, farm and dairy, experimental forest and numerous schools in Battle Creek. Kellogg wasn’t born into money. In fact, for the first half of his life, he didn’t have much of it. Although he seems prominent today, he was a shy, modest man. He endured hardships, as well, including being labeled by his teachers as “dimwitted” (he actually had a vision issue) and having his factory burn to the ground within the first year. Kellogg worked hard, sometimes as much as 120 hours a week, according to the foundation. His hard work paid off, but not until he was close to 50. The next 20-plus years were spent building his company, and the 20 or so years after that were devoted to philanthropy. Kellogg wrote in 1909, “If I am successful in getting out of debt, and become prosperous ... I expect to make good use of any wealth that may come to me.” He kept his promises. During his lifetime, Kellogg donated $66 million to the foundation. Today, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation’s holdings number in the billions, and his philanthropy extends all over the world. This year marks the 150th anniversary of his 1860 birth. Kellogg, who died at the age of 91 in 1951, is being commemorated by a committee comprised of many people, including representatives of the biological station, who hope to not only pay tribute to the man and his enduring legacy, but remind people that just because 150 years have passed since his birth doesn’t mean his core values can’t be applied today. We don’t know who the next W. K. Kellogg — known for innovation and entrepreneurship — will be. Kellogg started out selling brooms from his father’s broom factory, moved on to join his brother Dr. John Harvey Kellogg in the operation of the health care retreat, the Battle Creek Sanitarium, for 25 years before moving on to his own pursuits where he built his fortune. Kellogg did not have a college degree and used common sense and compassion for his fellow human beings as his motivation to not only provide healthy breakfast food, but jobs in America’s darkest time, the Great Depression. He is known to have added a fourth shift of workers at his factory to help mothers on the production lines earn incomes while still having time to raise their children. However, despite his relative lack of formal education, he realized that education is the key to society’s advancement when he said, “Education truly offers the best opportunity for improving one generation over another.” Kellogg’s genuine concern for the greater good, combined with his keen business sense and penchant for rising to the challenges posed by his competition, left a legacy that will impact generations of employees and beneficiaries through his shared wealth. He proved his own words true: “Everyday people can lead extraordinary lives.” If he can do it, so can we. Barry Community Foundation. Leadership Barry County is designed to enhance leadership skills for individual growth, organizational improvement and increased community effectiveness. All pro- Is health care bill boon or bane? ceeds raised will go toward Leadership Barry County’s endowment fund at the Barry Community Foundation. For more information, call 269-945-0526. The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 After more than a year of discussion and disputes, new U.S. health care legislation has been approved. Are you in favor of this legislation or opposed? Published by... Hastings Banner, Inc. A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Clara Clisso, Wyoming: “For myself, I think it is a great idea. I am glad that the decision has been made.” Richard Sturgis, Lowell: “I do not approve of the legislation. It was negotiated behind closed doors. It is not going to help people: Shelly Sulser, Kalamazoo: “Yes. I think it’s about time the insurance companies were reined in. The preservation of life should logically supersede the preservation of money. Right to life should include right to health care for how can life be preserved without access to health care.” Michael Callton, Nashville: “Although I agree that health care needs to be reformed, I don’t like this particular piece of legislation. The political polarization indicates the need for a more bipartisan approach to this serious issue. In order for health care reform to work, there needs to be buy-in from both parties. Linda Stidham, Hastings: “I don’t understand enough about it; they need to make it more clear. If it is mandatory, that means that they can set the price; will it be affordable for people on limited or fixed incomes? I think it could be a good thing, but I need more information before I can say one way or another.” Jim Thwaites, Delton: “This legislation will be a disaster. The cost will be fantastic. It will further impoverish the middle class. It will create legions of useless parasites and meddlesome bureaucrats. The unintended consequences will be many and will result in a general degradation of the health care system. The root causes of any problems with the costs of health care have not been addressed. In short, it stinks on ice, and the Republicans have enough sense to see that. Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Helen Mudry Patricia Johns Brett Bremer Fran Faverman Sandra Ponsetto Bannon Backhus Amy Jo Kinyon • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — Page 5 Maple Valley agrees to shared cost of superintendent; Potterville holds off Social News Bob Frey to turn 90 Karen (Kit), Ken and Roxanne Frey would like friends to join them on Sunday, April 11, to celebrate Bob Frey’s 90th birthday. The celebration will be from 1-3 p.m. at Baltimore Township Hall on Dowling Road. No presents please. over 100 of the 900 students attending Potterville are schools of choice students. The district currently has all day kindergarten and a young fives program that have helped increase that population, said Hampton. At the work session, the board also discussed the possibility of modifying the district’s mission statement while they are working on goals for the board. Board Vice President April Heinze suggested that the mission statement should be posted in each of the buildings and that the current statement be changed. Currently, located under the official mission is an ‘In Other Words’ explanation of the statement. “I would recommend to the full board that we use the ‘in other words’ as the mission statement,” said Heinze. “In my opinion, I think all students should know Maple Valley’s mission statement … It needs to be in the com- munity’s face. It needs to be in the board’s face so that we’re basing our decisions on it.” Kramer told the board that although he believes the mission needs reworking, he cautioned against hastily changing the mission statement and warned of consequences such a change could cause. Some 463 reports sent to the state each year from the district, said Kramer and each of those reports include the mission statement. “To change it takes a good deal of thought,” said Kramer. “If you want to change the direction of the district, I think you need to get on board as a board and make sure the staff has a buy-in into the changes.” Heinze made a motion to make changes to the mission statement and send it to the school improvement ing” “Str committee for review before coming before the full board for a vote. Without any support, the motion died. The board then unanimously voted to have the mission statement posted in every building and also in the administration office. The district’s mission statement reads: “The Maple Valley School Community believes that all students are entitled to a comprehensive education through the curriculum. We will nurture the academic, physical, social, cultural and emotional potential of all students to encourage them to become productive citizens with lifelong learning skills.” The board will meet again April 12 at 7 p.m. in the administration office. etch “Your repair dollars go further at” 77544320 WANTED THISS AUTO Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic • Lube - Oil - Filter....................16.95 “Prom, Weddings & Everyday” up to 5 qts. oil Also Great Fundraiser & Business Opportunities • Laser Wheel Alignment .......29.95 Silpada Designs… Where True Fashion is Always in Style! 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Their children, Julie and (Robert) Ingram of Hastings, Douglas Bowman of Nashville, and grandson Corey Bowman, also from Nashville, wish them a wonderful anniversary. Their address is 6695 Marshall Rd., Nashville, MI 49073. They would love to hear from you if you would like to send a card. Many vaccines for adults are available for $15 or at no cost for a limited time through Local Health Departments.* Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap/Td) Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) Varicella, also known as chickenpox (Var) Pneumococcal (PPSV23) Hepatitis B (hep B) Hepatitis A (hep A) Zoster, also known as shingles (Zoster) Human Papillomavirus (HPV) *If you are 19 years of age or older and have no insurance or have insurance that does not cover vaccines Private insurances can also be billed at no cost to you. April 14th, 2010 Woodens celebrated 40th wedding anniversary 1:00PM – 4:00PM at KCC Fehsenfeld Center in Hastings, MI 77544662 Douglas and Linda (Dewey) Wooden of Delton celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on Sunday, March 21, 2010. They were married on March 21, 1970. They have three children, Troy (Michelle) Wooden, Joshua (Heather) Wooden, and Katie (Brian) Lebeck. They also have eight grandchildren. If you would like to send them a card, their address is 10797 North Shore Drive, Delton, MI 49046. Hastings • Mechanical Repairs & Service Girls who like to party and earn free jewelry! 07537641 board members expressed their beliefs that two Potterville board members might vote against the shared position. “If they have two board members that are sitting on the fence and are at 60/40, I say we’re better off going on by ourselves,” said Maple Valley board member Kevin Rost. “I mean, we’ve got to move on it.” Board members expressed thoughts that hesitancy about the joint venture from Potterville may be linked to the amount of savings it would create. Kramer countered those opinions and offered his belief that any reluctance stems from a different area. “I think there’s a difference reason for what you’re hearing,” said Kramer. “Before Bill’s [Potterville Superintendent Bill Eis] resignation, the Potterville board was solidly 5-2, enthusiastically 5-2 (in favor). With his resignation, it has now caused them to take a look at this and begin to look internally at the idea of whether or not they want to promote the high school principal to the superintendent, move a teacher up to the principal position, not rehire that teacher and the savings would be bigger than these potential savings.” It turns out that scenario has come to fruition, according to Eis. In a phone interview late Friday afternoon, Eis said that the board expressed concern about appointing a first-time superintendent into a position of overseeing two districts. He also said that the Potterville board has decided to promote current high school principal Tim Donahue to the position. Though the superintendent position is currently off the table, Eis said the district is looking at positions that could be shared with other districts. Potterville’s business manager is currently contracted through the Eaton Intermediate School District and that, along with athletic and transportation department heads, could be developed into joint positions with other districts. Potterville School Board President Christopher Hampton said the board is still interested in exploring sharing options and said the time has come for creative thinking on the part of districts. “I don’t think you can limit yourself on what can be shared, everything needs to be looked at from food services to transportation or buying food in bulk or buying fuel in bulk,” said Hampton. Hampton said the district has also been approached by Charlotte and Eaton Rapids school districts about the possibility of sharing services. He hopes that the Eaton Intermediate School District becomes more involved in the process and possibly expands the options for districts. “I would like to see the ISD get more involved and see two, three or more districts share services rather than just two,” said Hampton. Compared to other districts, Hampton said Potterville is a bit better off in terms of budgets due to schools of choice. Currently, just Barry-Eaton District Health Department 269-945-9516 ext. 660 www.barryeatonhealth.org 77543076 by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer The Maple Valley School Board, with trustees Tony Shaw and Tim Burd absent, voted unanimously to work with the Potterville School District toward a shared superintendent position with a 55/45 percent split in wages. Maple Valley would be responsible for paying 55 percent of the candidate’s wages and benefits, while Potterville, the district with the smaller student population, would pay 45 percent. Current Maple Valley Superintendent Kim Kramer said the costs for both districts stands at $286,000. That would drop to $185,000 in total compensation (wages and benefits) if the position is shared. The board debated three possible levels, a 50/50 split, the 55/45 split and a 60/40 split. The Potterville School Board also met Monday night to discuss the split and voted not to move forward at this time. Before Potterville voted, Maple Valley �Page 6 — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Orangeville sets date to install playground equipment by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Mark Paradowski announced March 24 that new Little Tikes playground equipment will be installed next to the Orangeville Township Hall between April 22 and 24 during National Volunteer Week. He met with the members of the Orangeville Playground Committee to discuss with Little Tikes representative Mike Wood the best configuration for the playground. This is Phase II of the playground development. Last year, the first phase included the new baseball/softball fields along with the storage and concessions building. Funds for the new playground equipment are the result of fundraising including at Orangeville Days, golf outings and grants. Paradowski said he anticipates that ground will be moved before work begins in April. He hopes that many who would like to volunteer beginning on Saturday, April 24, will contact him at 616-813-6975 or call the township at 269-664-4522. In addition to those able to volunteer on April 24, Paradowski said he is looking for donations of food, beverages, landscape timbers and wood chips. Worship Together… Area Obituaries Griffith E. Pratt Frances E. Wilson James B. Flook DOWLING, MI - Griffith E. Pratt, 62, of Dowling, passed away Saturday, March 27, 2010 at V.A. Medical Center. He was born September 17, 1947 in Battle Creek the son of Hiram and Thelma (Griffith) Pratt. Griff served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Era. He retired from Pennfield Public Schools. Griff was an avid golfer and collector. He loved to watch the birds in his yard and watch sports on TV. Griff was a scorekeeper at the Pennfield games and he also liked to attend the Pennfield Basketball games. Griff really enjoyed his time at the lake where he lived. He enjoyed watching Western movies and TV show's on TV. He is survived by his sisters, Sherry J. Pratt-Curran of Springdale, Arkansas, Charla B. Pratt-Franco of Springdale, Arkansas; special aunt, Andra Elliott; cousins, Ross Elliott, James Elliott, Gene Elliott; special friend, Phyllis Thompson; two nieces, nephew; one great niece; one great nephew and other family members. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents, Ethel and Dewey Griffith, Clara and R.D. Pratt. Visitation will be held at Bachman Hebble Funeral Service on Thursday from 6 - 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held Friday, April 2, 2010 at 1 p.m. at the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service with Pastor Steven S. Olmstead officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial tributes may be made to Humane Society of Calhoun County or Lifespan-Good Samaritan Hospice Care. Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, a member by invitation Selected Independent Funeral Homes. (269) 965-5145 www.bachmanhebble.com. PAW PAW, MI- John 14:19 “Because I live, you shall live also.” Frances E. Wilson, age 85, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully Friday evening, March 26, 2010 at her home with her family at her side. She was born September 12, 1924 in Battle Creek the daughter of the late Percy and Mary Ethel (Marks) Covill. She was a 1941 graduate of Battle Creek Central High School. During World War II, Fran supported the War effort and worked along side “Rosie the Riveter” in a bomber plant outside of Chicago, IL. She attended the Lawton Evangelical Mennonite Church, was a member of the Add-a-Link Club, Sewing Club, Mothers Club, Bridge Club, Farm Bureau, LEMC Silver Friends, and Lakeview Hospital Auxiliary. Fran’s hobbies were her family, gardening, sewing, and decorating for every holiday. She was well known for her perennial gardens and beautiful bouquets she arranged for church, social activities and others. Fran created many lasting family memories and she will be sadly missed. There was no place like Grandma’s on Christmas Eve. She was best known for her warmth, her smile, and her loving ways. On April 3, 1943, in Anniston, AL, Fran was united in marriage to Emmett B. Wilson who preceded her in death on July 4, 2001. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Margaret Hughes; brother, Robert Covill and a grandson, Wade Vaughn. Surviving are 4 daughters, Sherrie (Coy) Vaughn of Athens, Wanda (Mick) Hunt of Middleville, Coleen (Dave) Clark of Paw Paw, Laurie (Ira) Levine of Poland, ME; a son, Rad (Tonya) Wilson of Paw Paw; 15 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; three great great grandchildren; special sisters-in-law, Dot Jackson and Hazel Brown; brothers-in-law, Jim (Laurel) Wilson and Ralph Hughes; several nieces and nephews. Friends were received at the Evangelical Mennonite Church in Lawton Tuesday, March 30, 2010 where funeral services were held with Pastor Roger Andrews officiating. A luncheon was held immediately following the service. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Southwest Michigan, St. Jude, Sunshine Gospel Ministries, Chicago, IL and MBI Radio. Arrangements are by the Adams Funeral Home, Paw Paw. Share a memory or condolence on line at: www.timeformemory.com/ adams HASTINGS, MI - James B. Flook, of Hastings passed away on Saturday, March 27, 2010 at Pennock Hospital. He was born on June 16, 1927 in Battle Creek, to Austin and Mable Flook and moved to a farm in Nashville, with his parents and two brothers, Earl and Jay Flook in 1927, both brothers are now deceased. James graduated from Nashville High School in 1945 and entered the Army in September of that year where he served mostly in Berlin, Germany. James worked at the E. W. Bliss Co., in Hastings for 44 years; he was a traffic manager for 42 of those years. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge No. 255 for 58 years in Nashville and was Master of that Lodge, life member of the Elks Lodge No. 1965 and a member of the Moose Lodge 625. He enjoyed writing novels and wrote 14 of them since he retired. Several of his novels have been published. Over the last 11 years he wrote over 1,400 poems, many which have been published during that time. He enjoyed dancing and writing and being in the company of a very dear friend, Evelyn Chambers. He was president of the Michigan Traffic League in 1961, an Interstate Commerce Practitioner, was a lobbyist at state government in Lansing 1960-1961; lobbying for the Michigan Traffic League, a member and Director of the Small Claims Council in New York, President of the Tri County Shippers Association for several years and former Director of the West Michigan Railroad Co. James married Berneta Cogswell and they had two children, Susan Denise Flook of Rochester, and Kay Ellen Hook of Hastings. He then married Dolores Wiley and this marriage lasted for 31 years before her passing. He was also survived by a step-son John Wiley of South Bend, Indiana; three grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; and fourgreat grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Berneta; second wife, Dolores; step-son, Michael Wiley; brothers, Earl A. Flook and twin Jay L. Flook. James family received friends at Lauer Family Funeral Homes-Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings on Tuesday, March 30, 2010 where services were held with Rev. Kenneth Vaught officiating. Interment followed in Barryville Cemetery. Please share a memory with James’ family at www.lauerfh.com. 77544560 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH The Resurrection of our Lord/Easter - April 4- Worship 6:30 and 10:00 Breakfast. No Sunday School. Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269945-2698. http://www.discovergrace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 7:10 a.m. Sunrise Service at 405 N. M-37 Highway; 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Congregational Easter Breakfast; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice; 8 p.m. Maundy Thursday Worship. Friday - 12:15 Good Friday Service at First United Methodist. Saturday - 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study. Fiberglass Products 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 B OSLEY 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 DELTON, MI - Shirley M. Wilcox, age 81, of Delton, passed away at her home peacefully with her family by her side on March 26, 2010 after a long illness with Alzheimer's Disease. Shirley was the seventh of ten children of Fred and Senith (Fairchild) Finch. Shirley was born on July 20, 1928, in Flushing. Shirley married Leon Wilcox on November 20, 1947, who survives. She had six children, Carl Wilcox, who preceded her in death on February 7, 2005; two daughters, Sharon (Bruce) Cheeseman of MO, Terri Wilcox of Delton; three sons, Don (Gloria) Wilcox of Delton, Gary (Nancy) Wilcox of Hastings, and Earl (Michelle) Wilcox of Delton; 13 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; one sister; two brothers; and many nieces and nephews. Shirley was a member of the West Hastings Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, going to flea markets, camping and collecting dolls and owls. Funeral services were conducted by Tod Vaughn of the West Hastings Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses on Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Delton. Interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Orangeville. Memorial contributions in memory of Shirley Wilcox may be made to Barry Community Hospice or the West Hastings Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. Please visit www.williams-goresfuneral. com to view and sign Shirley's online guest book. Give a memorial that can go on forever This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Lauer Family Funeral Homes Shirley M. Wilcox •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Jerry Lee Daniels DELTON, MI - Jerry Lee Daniels, age 57, of Delton, passed away Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at his residence after a courageous two year battle with cancer. He was born October 23, 1952 in Battle Creek, the son of Bruce and Phyllis (Hughes) Daniels. Jerry graduated from Delton High School in 1970. His employment included, working with his father at Daniels Wrecker Service. He also worked for James River Paper Mill in Parchment, he was co-owner of Airway Auto in Battle Creek for seven years, was a volunteer with the Delton Fire Department and for the past six years he did wood carving at his home. Jerry enjoyed fishing, flying, woodcarving, spending time in the UP with his cousin Gary, and his building projects with Mert Payne. He was always willing to help others. Jerry is survived by the love of his life, Isolde McKeehan; his parents Bruce and Phyllis Daniels; siblings, Judith (Charles) Jones, Daryl (Cheryl) Daniels and Dean Daniels; close cousins, Ronnie (Dee) Daniels, Gary (Barbie) Hughes and Belinda Stanton. Jerry is also survived by Denise Daniels; and his children, Kim (Brian) Gerber, Rob Daniels Warner, Karrie Blanding, Kristie Cole, Kurtis Daniels, William Daniels, Justin Daniels, Jolene (Scott) Willett, Eric Daniels, Noah Daniels, Kylie Daniels, Christian Daniels, Bryce Daniels, Kiau Daniels, Caleb Daniels, Nikki Daniels, and many foster children over the years, 27 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Respecting his wishes cremation has taken place and no services will be held. "Jerry was a true friend to many, he will be missed by all,” Ron. Memorials can be made to Barry Community Hospice, 450 Meadow Run, Hastings, MI 49058. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Pauline Dudley A memorial service will be held for Pauline Dudley on Saturday, April 3, 2010 at 3p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 3550 W. M-179 Hwy., Hastings, MI. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — Page 7 Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES Time for ‘spring cleaning’ of your investments Spring is here — time to spruce up your house, get rid of clutter and get things organized. But this year, go beyond your home and yard when you do your spring cleaning and look for ways to rejuvenate your investment portfolio. Of course, you don’t have to take an “out with the old, in with the new” approach just for the sake of changing things up. But to consistently make progress toward your financial goals, you may need to make adjustments in response to changes in the financial markets, the economy and your personal situation. And springtime is as good a time as any to take a fresh look at your investment situation. So consider these suggestions: • Dispose of things that aren’t working. Whether it’s a burnt-out computer, a non-vacuuming vacuum cleaner or a treadmill that lost its grip back when “the Web” was reserved for spiders, we all own things that are no longer useful. And the same may be true of some of your investments. If one hasn’t performed the way you had hoped, and you’ve given it adequate time, you may be better off by replacing it and using the proceeds to purchase another investment. • Get rid of duplicates. If you went through everything in your house, you might find several items that do the same thing. Do you really need two toaster ovens? And how many radios can you listen to at one time? If you looked at your investment portfolio in this same way, you might be surprised to find some redundancies. For example, do you own several stocks issued by similar companies that make similar products? This might not be a problem when the stock market is booming, but it could be a definite concern if a downturn affects the industry to which these companies belong. Always look for ways to diversify your holdings. While diversification, by itself, can’t guarantee profits or protect against loss, it can help you reduce the effects of volatility. • Put things back in order. Over time, and inadvertently, the spaces in your home can get “out of balance.” Perhaps you have too many chairs in one corner, your flat-screen television is crowding out your family pictures, or your new desk takes up too much space in your home office. With some rearranging, however, you can usually get things back in order. And the same need for rearrangement may apply to your portfolio, which might have become unbalanced with too much of one investment and too little of another. This situation could undermine your financial strategy, especially if the imbalance means you are taking on too much risk or, conversely, if your holdings have become too conservative to provide the growth you need. So look for ways to restore your portfolio to its proper balance — one that reflects your risk tolerance, time horizon and long-term goals. By giving your portfolio an annual spring cleaning, you can help make sure it reflects your current needs and is positioned to help you make progress toward your key financial objectives. And you won’t even have to get near the dust cloths or furniture polish. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 20.65 +.13 AT&T 25.95 -.60 CMS Energy Corp 15.53 -.16 Coca-Cola Co 54.87 -.43 Dow Chemical Co 29.76 -.21 Exxon Mobil 67.05 +.10 Family Dollar Stores 36.98 +.45 First Financial Bancorp 18.04 -.96 Flowserve CP 109.93 unchanged Ford Motor Co 13.28 +.62 Intl Bus Machine 128.77 -.60 JCPenney Co 32.68 -.91 Johnson & Johnson 64.90 -.46 Kellogg Co 53.75 -1.01 McDonald’s Corp 67.24 -.11 Pfizer Inc 17.26 -.28 Sears Holding 109.32 +.47 Spartan Motors 5.56 -.03 TCF Financial 15.93 -.36 Walmart Stores 55.91 +.02 Gold $1103.50 -$1.45 Silver $17.33 +.68¢ Dow Jones Average 10907.42 +18.59 Volume on NYSE -- The hunt is on for area Easter eggs Several local organizations, libraries or communities will host Easter egg hunts for children. Most of the events will take place Saturday, April 3, however, one will be held today in Dowling, and the egg hunt in Delton will be Friday. Below is information that has been sent to J-Ad Graphics by various groups. Clarksville The Clarksville Area Library will host its annual Easter egg hunt at 10 a.m. April 3 in the library. Children will be asked to find various colored slips that will be hidden throughout the library. These slips will then be exchanged for bags of Easter treats and for several other special prizes. For more information, call 616-693-1001. Delton Delton District Library will host its annual egg hunt at 10 a.m. Friday, April 2. The fun will begin with a story time for all the children participating, followed by an egg hunt, rain or shine. Children should bring their own baskets or bags to use for collecting the eggs. After the egg hunt, children can come back into the library and visit with the Easter Bunny. Parents may bring their cameras to take pictures with the bunny. Each child will be given a small bag of candy when leaving the library. The hunt is sponsored by the Friends of Delton District Library. For more information, contact the library at 269-623-8040. Freeport The Freeport Fire Department will hold its annual egg hunt at the Freeport Community Center at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 3. The hunt is for children ages 1 to 10. They will have an opportunity to meet the Easter Bunny and collect eggs and prizes. Participants should bring a basket or bag to collect their eggs. There will be separate areas for children of different ages. Hastings All children fifth grade and under and their parents are invited to a community-wide Easter egg hunt Saturday, April 3, at 10 a.m. (rain or shine). The hunt will be held at the Hastings Free Methodist Church, 2635 N. M43 Highway. The eggs will contain candy, gum, stickers, trinkets and other items. There will be a separate egg hunting area for children 5 and under. Doughnuts, juice and coffee will be available. For more information, call the church office at 269-945-9121. Lake Odessa Local Easter egg hunters are invited to hop on over to Lake Odessa’s village park for some Easter fun Saturday, April 3. The actual hunt begins at 11 a.m., but festivities will begin at 10 a.m., including a puppet show by the Lakewood United Methodist Living Stones. Plenty of eggs will be found as well as many prizes provided by this year’s sponsors. All children may enter for the grand prizes of a girl’s and a boy’s bike. A booth will be set up to let kids pet baby bunnies. Some refreshments will be provided. Middleville On Saturday, April 3, an Easter egg hunt will be held at the Middleville Christian Reformed Church at 10 a.m. The event is being sponsored jointly by the by Middleville United Methodist Church Middleville Christian Reformed Church. Pioneers of another sort by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters Sometimes it pays to spend 10 years in detention. Not that a person would ever want that to happen, but if it did, could you put the time to good use? That’s a question I’ve asked myself. I’ve also asked my students exactly the same thing. The value of a good high school or college education, I say to them, is that it should give you the tools to use time like that well. What would you do with it? One thousand years ago, an Arab man named Ibn al-Haytham found himself under house arrest in Cairo. We don’t know much of the specifics of Ibn al-Haytham’s life. But we do know he was a towering giant of an intellectual in his day. If you give a thinking person 10 years to think, don’t be surprised if there are some powerful results in the end. In Ibn alHaytham’s case, a good argument can be made that the 10-year gap in his life was quickly followed by the release of his major book on optics. That book was pivotal to our lives today, because optics was hardly the only issue it addressed. In the ancient world — more than 1,000 years before Ibn al-Haytham’s own life — Greek philosophers had two main theories of vision. One theory (advanced by Ptolemy and Euclid) was that “vision rays” left the eye and went out to objects around us in the world. The other was put forward by Aristotle. The great philosopher had argued a “form” of some sort comes from an object in the world around you and enters your eye so you can see it. Ibn al-Haytham pointed out, first, that not all the ancient Greek authorities could be right, since they followed two contradictory ideas on the subject. Then he noted that we don’t have vision unless there is light around us: either light from the object we are seeing (like a lamp) or light rays from reflected light (like sunlight in the day). So light, first, is what we need to understand in order to better understand vision. Using only logic like this and a few simple experimental materials — a pinhole in a curtain or a hollow straight tube — Ibn al-Haytham went on to deduce a great deal about modern optics. Light rays travel in straight lines. Light on flat mirrors is reflected in one set of ways, and on curved mirrors in others. Light is refracted (bent) when it moves from air to water. Most importantly of all, Ibn al al-Haytham did all this good work using experiments and observations, writing out for his readers what they could do to show themselves the same evidence he had seen and reach the same conclusions. That’s not bad for 10 years of work under nice conditions. For 10 years in detention, it’s really a remarkable feat. Two hundred years passed after the death of the Arab scholar before a Christian monk took up a translated volume of the work and saw its value. Roger Bacon was our hero’s name. He was not Francis Bacon — there are two Bacons rattling around in history. Roger Bacon repeated some of Ibn al-Haytham’s experiments, but he also endorsed for the Christian tradition this new method of gaining new knowledge about the natural world. Experiments and testing of physical facts, Bacon argued, were the most productive ways to learn about the physical world around us. Others around Bacon were soon on board with the program, and Medieval Europe began to have at least an inkling of the modern, scientific method. The reason science and engineering have been able to progress so much in our lifetimes is that the method of running experiments and testing results is enormously successful. But in the old world, it was far from clear that this approach would lead to the most sound results. We owe Ibn al-Haytham and Roger Bacon a lot, not just for their good work on optics, but for recognizing the power of the scientific method that has given us so much today. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Sciences at Washington State University. Thornapple Watershed project wins $25,000 in nationwide contest MillerCoors and River Network, a national nonprofit organization focused on water quality, announced Wednesday that a project to improve the Thornapple River has taken first place among eight proposed projects in a public voting contest. As a result, the Thornapple River Watershed Council will receive $25,000 for the installation of riparian buffers and sediment and nutrient control structures along Quaker Brook, a designated trout stream in the Thornapple River Watershed. This installation in Maple Grove Township also will serve as an education-demonstration site for agricultural best management practices for water quality. The winning organizations were chosen by the public through an online voting competition in which more than 14,000 people voted. MillerCoors and River Network awarded the second place winner, Dan River Basin Association in Eden, N.C., $15,000, and the third place vote-recipient, Butler Soil and Water Conservation District in Hamilton, Ohio, received $5,000. Five remaining finalists received $1,000. Joanne Barnard, executive director of the Barry Conservation District, said it was the support of the people of Barry County who Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them The BANNER To subscribe, call us at... Barnard expressed her appreciation for all those who supported the Watershed’s bid for the grant. “It’s great to know that there is such an effective network available to help educate so many people about water quality,” she said. MillerCoors and River Network will continue to work with the winning organizations throughout the year as the projects are executed. A portion of MillerCoors donation will be used to support River Network. “We are proud to invest and support these organizations that help protect and conserve watersheds on a daily basis,” said Kim Marotta, vice president of corporate social responsibility at MillerCoors. “MillerCoors shares a strong commitment to water stewardship and believes in the power of community. Congratulations to these organizations that are making difference in their communities as well.” For 20 years, River Network has provided leadership, support and coordination for people working for watershed protection at the local, state and regional levels. “To achieve a healthy water future, local organizations must have the capacity to protect and restore our rivers and watersheds,” said Matt Burke, director of community relations for River Network. “Thanks to the support and leadership from MillerCoors, communities around the country are actively moving forward with projects that will have longterm benefits for people, wildlife and future generations.” To learn more about River Network and finalists, visit www.rivernetwork.org. More information on MillerCoors’ commitment to sustainable development and water stewardship can be found on GreatBeerGreatResponsibility.com. Compiled, designed and printed by The Battle Creek Shopper News J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Hastings MI 49058 Printers & Publishers 1-800-870-7085 77544687 77544625 269-945-9554 took the time to vote for the grant that made the difference. “We are very excited about the amount of energy this project has generated. It is amazing how many calls and e-mails have come in showing support from all over the state and the country,” she wrote in an e-mail notifying people of the results. “Whether you voted because you know Quaker Brook or you value our coldwater fisheries or have canoed the Thornapple or because you’re from Michigan and know the importance of our Great Lakes, you’ve shown the nation that we really care about water quality. “We’re taking your enthusiasm to heart — we’ll begin working on the Thornapple River restoration agricultural demonstration project right away,” she added. “In April, we will be contacting all agricultural operators along Quaker Brook to let them know of the opportunity to have up to $25,000 of work done on their farm to improve water quality. For those who are interested, on-farm assessments will be conducted in May by our Eaton and Barry County Michigan Water Stewardship Program technician, Rachel Dennis. These assessments will help to identify sediment load contributions and other water quality risks on each farm. Based on this information and the operators’ willingness to participate in the program, including hosting on-farm educational tours and an agreement to maintain any structures or practices installed through the grant, one or more participants will be selected by mid-June, 2010. “We plan to begin installing practices and structures this summer and to include our new educational demonstration site in a fall agricultural tour,” said Barnard, who added that the project’s progress on the watershed council’s Web site, www.thornappleriver.org. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, MI 49058 269-945-9554 HOURS: M-F 8:30 - 5:00 �Page 8 — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... with Esther Walton Health and water safety were among Mr. Kellogg’s interests The Lake Odessa Area Historical Society will meet Thursday, April 8, at 7 p.m. at the Freight House. Kim Deardorff will be the speaker with an account of his recent hunting trip. The free movie series continues at the Ionia Theater. The film will be “Travel to Ancient Rome.” April 15, France; April 22, Cape Forgotten” (the CCC); April 29, “Seven Wonders of the World.” This is a service of the Ionia County Historical Society. The movie is free but patrons are invited to buy popcorn or candy bars. The Ionia County Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, April 10, at 1 p.m. at the Freight House on Emerson Street. The speaker will be relating the typical life of a rural school teacher. The Tri-River Museum group will meet Tuesday, April 20, at the Cascade Museum on Thornhills Drive, Grand Rapids. This is in the first building to the right off Cascade Road with a traffic light to assist in the turn. The building is a former township office. Friday night was the final evening for the annual series of fish diners served at St. Edwards Family Center. The previous week, 15 diners came from Westphalia. Children of the parish helped by clearing tables and serving beverages. Adults handled the dessert table and oversee seating. Meantime, other adults were in the kitchen and many helped in advance with food prepa- ration. We have been blessed with really springlike weather for many days in succession. Crocuses are in full bloom. Tulips are making a good showing in spring growth. A few daffodils have sprung forth with promise of blooms to come. With an indoor estate sale at the Crosby house on north Fourth Avenue, the end has come for residence of seven generations of the Shetterly-Cook family in the house. The eldest was Charles Shetterly, who resided for a time with his son Ozro Shetterly and wife Lillian (Rowe). They were followed by Clifton and Gladys Cook and many years later their own son, George, whose daughter Kay was the last homeowner. Central United Methodist Church made full use of its technology with multiple projections on the screen as accompaniment to the message and the music for Palm Sunday. The chancel choir sang “He Come in the Name of the Lord” and a duet was sung by Lori McNeil and Julie Klynstra. Three readers did the multiple Scripture readings. During this, two men carried a tall wooden cross and it was draped with fabric and a ring of thorns for dramatic effect. Rev. Shelley Wisdom-Long presided. This was the final Sunday for ingathering of items for health kits to send to Haiti. At the same time, a group of men has taken on the project of gathering hand tools to send to Haiti as the people construct or repair shelters. Fire takes life of Orangeville Township resident Michigan State Police from the Hastings Post are investigating a fatal residential house fire in Orangeville Township that occurred Wednesday, March 24, at approximately 9:14 p.m. at 6583 S. Boutler Road. The victim was positively identified as 49year-old Theresa Ann LaFountain. The daughter of Lester and Lucille LaFountain, she was a 1978 graduate of Martin High School and had lived in the Orangeville area her entire life. She is survived by a daughter, a grandson, her father and siblings. The exact cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Michigan State Police Hastings Post and the Michigan State Police Fire Marshal. KEEP YOUR FRIENDS AND RELATIVES INFORMED! Send them a gift subscription to The Hastings BANNER To order your subscription, call... 269-945-9554 The Barry County Health Department circa November 1981. A foundation, corporation, college, research station and numerous schools bear his name, but W.K. Kellogg left his mark on other programs, as well, including the BarryEaton District Health Department. The following information was compiled for the 50th anniversary of the department in 1981: The Barry County Board of Supervisors established the health department May 1, 1931. Barry County was chosen as a typical rural community, to be the first county in which to demonstrate the Michigan Community Health Project of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Elements of the project were a county health department, replacing township health offices, consolidation of rural school districts and an extensive program of public health services and education. Emphasis was placed on the medical examination and care of preschool and school children in cooperation with family physicians and dentists. The project’s operations in Barry County were considered a model health unit for the United States. The nation’s universities sent their students in public health schools to Barry County for field training. Graduates of the schools served throughout the world in the public health professions. The foundation furnished expert consultation services and oversight. A school camp program was added to the project. In 1951, the health department combined with Pennock Hospital to form the Barry County Health Center, with one medical director serving both institutions. This innovative arrangement continued for several years. Throughout its 50-year history, the health department has had a succession of medical directors who maintained its preeminence in giving quality services to the people of Barry County in public health, environmental health, home health and nursing programs. James Stuart Pritchard, M.D., who convinced Barry County to enter the W.K. Kellogg project, became the Foundation’s president and general director. Matthew R. Kinde, M.D., the department’s first director, later served the Foundation as director of its division of medicine and public health. OUT Le’Titia’s Driving! Happy We Love You, Mom, Dad, Liana & Family CITY OF HASTINGS — ADVERTISEMENT — McKeown Bridge Park Improvements Barry County, Michigan 1. RECEIPT OF BIDS: Sealed Bids for construction of McKeown Bridge Park Improvements, Barry County, Michigan will be received by Barry County, the OWNER, at the Administrative Offices, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, Attention: Michael Brown, until 4:00 PM local time in effect on 12 April 2010, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. The envelope containing the bid must be identified on the outside as "Bid for McKeown Bridge Park Improvements". 2. SCOPE OF PROJECT: The project consists of the construction of new park amenities including boardwalk, fishing piers, small boat launch, picnic shelter, restroom building, concrete walk, gravel parking lot, and site furniture. 3. EXAMINATION OF DOCUMENTS: Plans and specifications for the Project may be examined at the following locations after 22 March 2010: • O'Boyle, Cowell, Blalock & Associates, Inc., 521 South Riverview Drive, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49004. • Barry County Administration Offices, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. • Plans and specifications may be obtained from Kal-Blue, 914 E. Vine Street, Kalamazoo, Michigan, 49007, (269) 349-8681. 1. BID SECURITY: A bid bond or a certified check in the amount equal to five percent (5%) of the total amount of the proposal will be required. 2. WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS: No Bidder may withdraw its proposal for a period of 60 days after the actual date of opening thereof. This time period may be extended by mutual agreement of the OWNER and any Bidder or Bidders. 3. RIGHT TO REJECT BIDS: The Owner reserves the right to accept any proposal, to reject any and all proposals and to waive any irregularities in proposals. If award is made, it will be to the bidder whose proposal is considered to be in the best interest of the Owner. 4. PRE-BID CONFERENCE: A pre-bid conference will be held at 10:30 AM on 30 March 2010, at the Thornapple Manor, 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, Michigan. Prospective Bidders are encouraged to attend and participate in the conference. 1. QUESTIONS: All questions are to be directed to the Landscape Architects, O'Boyle, Cowell, Blalock & Associates, Inc., 521 South Riverview Drive, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49004, Telephone: (269) 381-3357, FAX: (269) 381-2944, email ocba@ocba.com. 77544297 Other medical directors were Robert Bruce Harkness, M.D., J. K. Altland, M.D., Vergil N. Slee, M.D., Joseph D. Heaslip, M.D., Charles Newberry, M.D., B. P. Brown, M.D., and Jose Meijia, M.D. Edwin Larke, M.D., is the present director. The health department finally has adequate quarters to fulfill its increasing public responsibilities. It occupies an attractive building at Center and Jefferson streets, the former Department of Social Services Building. It had been located successively in the Bessmer Building; the Fuller Building, now occupied by CAC/Council on Aging; the Pennock Hospital; a house on Mill Street, formerly the county juvenile home; and in the courts and health building on Court Street. Local residents may know that Kellogg was behind camps at Pine Lake and Clear Lake in Barry County, but few may know that the camps were the site of “aquatic schools” where lifeguards from across the state were trained. Here’s an account from the June 16, 1938, Banner: Fourth Red Cross Aquatic School In session for ten days at the Pine Lake Camp Special school for counselors Annual water pageant on Sunday Afternoon open to the public The fourth annual Red Cross national aquatic schools in session from June 10 to 10 at the Pine Lake camp which has been made available by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation for the American Red Cross for the training of aquatic leadership. These Red Cross aquatic schools are conducted to assist Red Cross chapters in the development of a program of water safety, first aid and other activities planned to reduce loss of life by accident. There are 150 students representing over 70 Red Cross chapters enrolled at the camp this year, coming from upper and lower Michigan and nearly all are instructors of physical education, camp counselors or swimming coaches. They come here each year and volunteer their services to the Red Cross to teach in camps or at swimming beaches. The program teaches swimming, the safe operation of boats and canoes, life-saving first aid and accident prevention. At the completion of this course the students are qualified to instruct in all grades of Red Cross safety education. On Monday, June 13, a special school of water safety was held for the counselors of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation at the Clear Lake camp. This week’s period of preparation for its counselors enables the Foundation to operate its camps on the highest standard of safety. Sunday, June 10, at three p.m. the annual water pageant will be held at the Pine Lake camp to which the public is invited. There will be exhibits of all sorts of water activities. REQUEST FOR BIDS 2010 SEALCOATING AND HAND PATCHING The City of Hastings is accepting bids for its 2010 street sealcoating and hand patching program. Specifications are available at City Hall at 201 East State Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer at the above address until 10:00 AM on Friday, April 16, 2010 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularity in any bid, and to award the bid in a manner it believes to be in its own best interest, price and other factors considered. Contractors will be required to provide proof of insurance in the amounts included in the bid package. All bids shall be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package “Sealed Bid 2010 Sealcoating and Hand Patching Project”. Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services 77544673 CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS STREET LIGHT POLE PAINTING The Hastings Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is accepting sealed bids from qualified contractors for street light pole painting along East State Street from Boltwood Street to Jefferson Street. Sealed bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer at the above address until 10:00 AM on Monday, April 12, 2010 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. The DDA reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularity in any bid, and to award the bid in a manner it believes to be in its own best interest, price and other factors considered. Contractors will be required to provide proof of insurance in the amounts included in the bid package. All bids shall be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package “Sealed Bid Street Light Pole Painting”. Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services 77544675 — NOTICE — To members of Hastings Mutual Insurance Company, Hastings, Michigan: Notice is hereby given that the Annual Meeting of Hastings Mutual Insurance Company will be held at the Home Office, 404 East Woodlawn Avenue, Hastings, Michigan, on Wednesday, April 14, 2010, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Michael W. Puerner, Secretary 77544238 CULVERT REPLACEMENT Historic Charlton Park is taking bids on replacement of the culvert leading to the Exhibit Hall. Remove current pipe and install a 12”x78” plastic pipe and pipe bands that will be supplied by Charlton Park. Bidder will use on site fill and processed gravel. Submit written quote by April 13th, 2010 Historic Charlton Park 2545 S. Charlton Park Road Hastings, Michigan 49058 Attention: Tom Campbell To view the site call Tom at 269-580-3003 or 269-945-3775 Village, Museum & Recreation Area 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings, MI 49058-8102 www.charltonpark.org 77544666 PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP PARKS & RECREATION The Parks and Recreation Board will be accepting applications from now through April 15th, 2010 for a SUMMER PARKS POSITION. Must be available from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Park hours are 6:00AM to 11:00PM. Shifts will be 4-8 hours long. Drug testing and background checks will be made on successful applicants. Applications are available at Prairieville Township hall, 10115 S. Norris Road, Delton, MI 49046. Phone: (269) 623-2664. We are looking for a person who is self-motivated, flexible and can follow directions. Daily tasks include maintenance of restrooms, outbuildings, beach and picnic area, boat landing and parking lots. Applicant must have an outgoing personality, work well with others and must be on time for work. 77544363 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — Page 9 LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICE The annual report of the Paulsen Trust for the year 2009 is available for inspection at its principal office during regular business hours by any citizen requesting within the 180 days of this notice. Nelson R. Allen, Trustee 5230 Village Dr., SW 77544633 Wyoming, MI 49509 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rodney A. Innes and Barbara J. Innes, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 3, 2008, and recorded on March 7, 2008 in instrument 20080307-0002140, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Nine Thousand Twenty-Seven And 08/100 Dollars ($189,027.08), including interest at 5.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant South 89 degrees 56 minutes 30 seconds East, 725.50 feet from the Northwest corner of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 30 seconds East, 250.00 feet along said Section line; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, 350.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 30 seconds West, 250.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, 350.00 feet to the point of beginning. Also together with and subject to a private easement for ingress, egress and public utility purposes over the Westerly 33 feet thereof for Innes Road, and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543975 File #309277F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul Zoet and Andrea Zoet, as husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated February 18, 2003, and recorded on March 14, 2003 in instrument 1099450, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Fifty-Six And 39/100 Dollars ($105,056.39), including interest at 5.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of Section 12; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 1315.43 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 331.50 feet along the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 571.00 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 360.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 234.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 360.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds West 234.00 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to and together with a 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress, and utility purposes, the centerline of which is described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of Section 12, Town 4 North, Range 10 West; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 1315.43 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 364.50 feet along the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12, to the point of beginning and centerline of said 66 foot wide easement; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 66.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 168.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 555.00 feet, to the end of said 66 foot wide easement; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds West 17.00 feet to the reference point A. Also, subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utilities over a 50.00 foot radius turnaround, the radius point of which is the aforesaid reference point A. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543961 File #295566F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by NANCY L. DENNIS, a married woman, 1838 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 to SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST, 2 West Chicago Street, Coldwater, Michigan 49036 dated February 5, 1999 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on February 16, 1999 in Instrument No. 1025193 of Mortgages, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date of this notice, for principal and interest the sum of Twenty-Six Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty and 89/100 ($26, 760.89) Dollars and no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, where by the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; Now Therefore, Notice is Hereby Given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the said Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein described or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at Courthouse Bldg, Barry County Courthouse in the City of Hastings, and County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding Circuit Court in and for said County, on April 8, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. in the after noon of said day, and said premises will be sold to pay the amount as aforesaid then due on said Mortgage together with 4.25% percent interest on the Mortgage, legal costs, Attorneys’ fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described as follows, to-wit: County of Barry, Township of Hope, State of Michigan, is described as follows: Part of the Southwest one-quarter of Section 25, Town 2 North, Range 9 West; described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 post of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 00' 00" East on the North & South 1/4 line of said Section, 1072.00 feet to the point of beginning of the parcel of land herein described; thence continuing North 00 degrees 00' 00" East, on said North & South 1/4 line, 250.00 feet, thence South 89 degrees 36' 50" West parallel with the South line of said Southwest one-quarter, 666.90 feet; thence South 00 Degrees 01' 28" East 250.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 36' 50" East 666.80 feet to the point of beginning. The last day to redeem this deed is on April 8, 2011, however, if an Affidavit of Abandonment is filed with the Register of Deeds, the last day to redeem will be May 8, 2010, or until the time to provide the notice was required by MCL 600.3241a(c) expires, whichever is later. Dated: March 11, 2010 SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST Mortgagee. DRESSER, DRESSER, HAAS & CAYWOOD, P.C. By: P. Joseph Haas, Jr. Attorney for SOUTHERN MICHIGAN BANK & TRUST Business Address 112 South Monroe Street Sturgis, MI 49091 77544025 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard L. Van Syckle and Betty A. Van Syckle, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated May 3, 2005, and recorded on May 12, 2005 in instrument 1146381, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as Trustee on Behalf of the Certificateholders Park Place Securities, Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-WCW1 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Two And 63/100 Dollars ($155,492.63), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel of land commencing at the 1/4 Post on the North Side of Section 35, Town 2 North, Range 8 West; thence East on Section Line 568 Feet to point of beginning; thence South to the Center of High Bank Creek; thence Northeasterly along center of said High Bank Creek to the Center of the Highway Running North and South through said Section 35; thence Northerly along the Center of said Highway to the North Section Line of Section 35; Thence West along Section Line to Point of Beginning The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543934 File #115478F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gregory A Olmstead a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 2, 2007, and recorded on July 26, 2007 in instrument 200707260000168, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety And 12/100 Dollars ($119,890.12), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 27, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South 300 feet along the East line of said Section 27; thence West 300 feet parallel with the North line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 Section 27; thence North 300 feet to said North line; thence East, 300 feet along said North line to the point of begining, subject to an easment for public highway purposes over the Easterly 33 feet thereof for Guy Road and any other easments or restricitions of records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544645 File #300983F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by JOSEPH J. DAVIS and MISTY M. DAVIS, husband and wife (collectively, "Mortgagor"), to SAND RIDGE BANK, an Indiana corporation, of P.O. Box 598, Schererville, Indiana 46375, dated April 29, 2005, recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on May 5, 2005, as Instrument No. 1146024 (the "Mortgage") as assigned by FIRST FINANCIAL BANK, N.A., a national association, of 300 High Street, P.O. Box 476, Hamilton, Ohio 45011-0476, doing business as Sand Ridge Bank, and successor by consolidation with Sand Ridge Bank, an Indiana corporation, to CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, having an office at 2185 Three Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the “Mortgagee”), pursuant to the terms of the branch purchase and assumption agreement dated May 11, 2006, a bill of sale dated August 18, 2006, and an assignment of mortgage dated November 10, 2009, recorded November 18, 2009, as Instrument No. 200911180011255, Barry County Records (collectively, the “Mortgage”). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Six Hundred and 25/100 Dollars ($109,600.25). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance to the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 22nd day of April, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: The North 1/2 of Lots 1061 and 1062 of the City, formerly Village, of Hastings Together with all the improvements erected on the real estate, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures a part of the property, and all replacements and additions. Commonly known as: 612 S. Washington Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.P. #08-55-001-375-00 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor's heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned. Dated: March 11, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 77543890 (616) 752-2000 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Bradley Ashcraft and Amy Ashcraft, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc (MERS), Mortgagee, dated the 17th day of August, 2006 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 28th day of August, 2006 in Liber Instrument No. 200608280010894 (Old Doc Ref No: 1169162) of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to Wachovia Mortgage Corporation fka Wachovia Mortgage FBS on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Two Hundred Thirty Three Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy Six & 03/100 ($233,876.03), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 29th day of April, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 8.7900% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Rutland, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTH AND SOUTH 1/4 LINE OF SECTION 26 TOWN 3 NORTH RANGE 9 WEST, RUTLAND TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DISTANT NORTH 00 DEGREES 13' 30" WEST, 1539.67 FEET FROM THE SOUTH 1/4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION 26; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 13’ 30" WEST, 81.01 FEET ALONG SAID NORTH AND SOUTH 1/4 LINE; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 49' 47" EAST, 1257.16 (RECORDED AS 1007.12 FEET) TO THE CENTERLINE OF TANNER LAKE ROAD; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 53' 29" WEST, 81.81 FEET ALONG SAID CENTERLINE; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 51' 55" WEST, 1255.57 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO AN EASEMENT FOR PUBLIC HIGHWAY PURPOSES FOR TANNER LAKE ROAD, AND ANY OTHER EASEMENTS OR RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD. ALSO, THE SOUTH 14 RODS OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 26, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST; EXCEPT THAT PORTION LYING EAST OF THE CENTERLINE OF TANNER LAKE ROAD. During the twelve (12) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 4/1/2010 Wachovia Mortgage Corporation fka Wachovia Mortgage FBS Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Wachovia Mortgage Corporation fka Wachovia Mortgage FBS 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77544563 Wachovia Ashcraft THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul Harney, a married man and Shannon D. Harney, his wife, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated May 22, 2007 and recorded May 30, 2007 in Instrument Number 200705300006678, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Eighty-Two Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty-Four and 83/100 Dollars ($382,884.83) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel J: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Lot 146 of the Plat of Fair Lake Annex, according to the recorded Plat in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 63, Barry County Records; and running thence North 89 degrees 44 minutes East 154.42 feet along the North line of said Lot 146 extended Easterly to the Easterly line of a 66 foot easement; thence North 08 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds East 224.96 feet along said Easterly line of easement; thence North 41 degrees 26 minutes East 1,252.70 feet along the Southerly line of said Easement; thence North 89 degrees 17 minutes East 36.27 feet along the South line of said easement; thence North 83 degrees 32 minutes 39 seconds East 60.00 feet to the radius point of the cul-de-sac appurtenant to said easement; thence South 76 degrees 54 minutes 01 seconds East 60.00 feet for the true place of beginning; thence Northerly 70.10 feet along the cul-de-sac on the arc of a curve to the left of radius 60.00 feet, the chord of which bears North 20 degrees 22 minutes 25 seconds West 66.19 feet; thence North 89 degrees 17 minutes 00 seconds East 493.94 feet; thence South 22 degrees 36 minutes East 7.15 feet to a traverse line along Fair Lake; thence South 67 degrees 24 minutes West 326.80 feet along said traverse line; thence North 69 degrees 35 minutes 12 seconds West 183.42 feet to the place of beginning. Together with land lying between the waters edge of Fair Lake. Together with rights of ingress and egress over the easement described herein, extending to North Drive. Subject to and together with an ingress and egress easement: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Lot 146 of the Plat of Fair Lake Park Annex, according to the recorded plat in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 63, Barry County Records; thence along the Easterly extension of the North line of said Lot 146, North 89 degrees 44 minutes East 87.57 feet to the point of beginning of this description; thence continuing North 89 degrees 44 minutes East 66.85 feet; thence North 08 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds East 224.96 feet; thence North 41 degrees 26 minutes East 1,252.70 feet; thence North 89 degrees 17 minutes 00 seconds East 36.27 feet; thence on the arc of a 60 foot radius curve to the left, a distance of 276.73 feet to the far end of a chord which bears North 41 degrees 24 minutes 45 seconds East 89.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 17 minutes 00 seconds West 126.60 feet; thence South 41 degrees 26 minutes West 1,295.51 feet; thence South 08 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West 259.64 feet to the place of beginning, extending the sidelines of said easement to the North line of North Drive as shown in said Plat. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 11, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.5640 ASAP# 3477141 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 77543986 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on November 1, 2005, by Karen A. Hawthorne, a single woman, as Mortgagor, to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, and which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on November 17, 2005, in Instrument No. 1156378 [the “Mortgage”], on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of Eighty Five Thousand Five Hundred Eighty Eight and 53/100 Dollars ($85,588.53), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 29, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in the County of Barry, and State of Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence South 16 rods for the place of beginning; thence East 10 rods; thence South 16 rods; thence West 10 rods; thence North 16 rods to the place of beginning, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan; also the right of ingress and egress over the following described property: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence East 10 rods for the place of beginning; thence South 32 rods; thence East 3 rods; thence North 32 rods; thence West 3 rods to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 1795 West Pifer Road, Delton, Michigan. Mortgagee has taken steps to have the property described herein determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241. Therefore, the length of the redemption period will be one (1) month from the date of the sale, unless steps set forth in the statute are taken to challenge the abandonment. Dated: April 1, 2010 MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 77544677 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by FLOHE LAND HOLDINGS, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company ("Mortgagor"), to CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, having an office at 2185 Three Mile Road, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), dated April 9, 2007, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on April 11, 2007, as Instrument No. 1179096 and as amended by an amendment agreement dated November 28, 2006, recorded April 11, 2007, as Instrument No. 1179097 (the "Mortgage"). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Seven Hundred Five Thousand One Hundred Ninety and 05/100 Dollars ($705,190.05). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 22nd day of April, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Lot 2, Middleville Industrial Park, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 1 Also (a) all privileges, appurtenances, improvements, buildings, tenements, hereditaments, easements, rights of way, licenses, riparian and littoral rights, mineral/oil/gas/water rights, rights to adjoining land, and all other rights belonging to the abovedescribed premises and which may hereafter attach thereto; (b) all rights to make divisions of such premises that are exempt from the platting requirements of the Michigan Land Division Act, as it shall be amended; (c) all rents, issues, profits, revenues, proceeds, accounts and general intangibles arising from or relating to the premises or any business conducted thereon by the Mortgagor including, without limitation, all rights, conferred by Act No. 210 of Michigan Public Act of 1953, as amended (collectively the "Rents and Accounts"); and (d) all equipment, other goods, and fixtures of every kind and nature whatsoever, now or hereafter located in or upon such premises or any part thereof and used or useable in connection with any present or future operation of such premises (hereinafter called "Equipment and Fixtures"), whether now owned or hereafter acquired by the Mortgagor, including, without limitation, all heating, air conditioning, ventilation, lighting, incinerating and power equipment, engines, signs, security systems, fences, hoists, cranes, compressors, pipes, pumps, tanks, motors, plumbing, cleaning, fire prevention, fire extinguishing, apparatus, elevators, escalators, shades, awnings, screens, storm doors and windows, appliances, attached cabinets, partitions, carpeting, ground maintenance equipment, and similar types of equipment, all of which shall be deemed to be real estate and mortgaged hereby. Commonly known as: 8700 Crane Road, Middleville, Michigan 49333 P.P. #08-41-126-001-20 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77544327 1768048-1 �Page 10 — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage executed on November 8, 2007 by Russell J. Knisely, a single man, to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on November 15, 2007, in Instrument No. 2007115-0004222 [the “Mortgage”], on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of Seventy Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty Eight and 31/100 Dollars ($79,958.15), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale having become operative by reason on the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 15, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., at the Barry Courthouse located at 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, or the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan described in the Mortgage as follows: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 36, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, being at a point on Hammond Road which lies due West 1320.68 feet and North 00 degrees 31 minutes East 234 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section 36; thence North 00 degrees 31 minutes East 202 feet; thence due East 217.80 feet; thence South 00 degrees 31 minutes West 202 feet; thence due West 217.80 feet to the point of beginning. Commonly known as 2052 Hammond Road, Hastings, Michigan. The length of redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of the sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with Michigan law, in which case the redemption period shall be shortened accordingly. Dated: March 18, 2010 PURKEY & ASSOCIATES, PLC Attorneys for MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Lori L. Purkey, Esq. 2251 East Paris Avenue, SE, Suite B 77544162 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Martin L Shaneck and Tracy J Shaneck, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 27, 2006, and recorded on April 4, 2006 in instrument 1162186, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Four And 19/100 Dollars ($79,464.19), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel H: That part of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 18, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 88 degrees 58 minutes West 567.47 feet along the South line of said Northeast 1/4; thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 89.57 feet; thence South 69 degrees 00 minutes West 17.46. feet; thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 166.03 feet to the place of beginning; thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 220.00 feet; thence North 69 degrees 00 minutes East 502 feet, more or less, to the centerline of Orangeville Creek; thence Southeasterly along said centerline 249 feet, more or less, to a line which bears North 69 degrees 00 minutes East from the place of beginning; thence South 69 degrees 00 minutes West 610 feet, more or less, along said line to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes over a 66 foot wide strip of land, the Westerly line of which is described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of Section 18, Town 2 North, Range 16 West, thence North 88 degrees 58 minutes West 567.47 feet along the South line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section to the place of beginning of said easement, thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 89.57 feet, thence South 69 degrees 00 minutes West 17.46 feet thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 826.03 feet to the place of ending of said easement. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544269 File #311559F01 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has occurred in a Mortgage made by Daniel M. Hill and Bobbi Ann Hill to First Community Federal Credit Union dated November 24, 2003, and recorded on December 2, 2003 at Document No. 1118544 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $143,990.24. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on April 15,2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East entrance, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 6.2% per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan law. The property to be sold is described as: Located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan: Lot 7 of Crooked Lake Resort according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 52. Which has the address of: 11144 East Shore Dr., Delton, MI 49046. During the 6 months immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241(a), in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Date: March 12, 2010 First Community Federal Credit Union By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) BUSINESS ADDRESS: Stephen L. Langeland, P.C. Attorney at Law 6146 W. Main St., Ste. C Kalamazoo, MI 49009 77544135 269/382-3703 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by ERIC B. PRYOR and SHARON L. HABIN, MARRIED, to UNION PLANTERS BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Mortgagee, dated January 24, 2002, and recorded on May 13, 2008, in Document No. 20080513-0005151, and re-recorded on June 8, 2009 in Document No. 200906080006030, and assigned by said mortgagee to US BANK, NA, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-Two Thousand One Hundred Seventy-Two Dollars and Fifty-Four Cents ($42,172.54), including interest at 6.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on April 8, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DESCRIBED AS COMMENCING AT THE 1 / 8 CORNER OF THE NORTH SIDE OF THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, RUNNING THENCE SOUTH ON THE 1 / 8 LINE 775 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE AT SHORE OF LONG LAKE AND ALONG THE SHORE OF THE LAKE NORTH 60 AND 3 / 4TH DEGREES EAST 625 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 85 DEGREES EAST 200 FEET, THENCE NORTH 52 AND 1 / 4TH DEGREES EAST 215 FEET FOR THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, THENCE ALONG THE SHORE OF LONG LAKE NORTH 56 DEGREES EAST 50 FEET, THENCE NORTH 55 DEGREES WEST 109 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 44 DEGREES WEST 65 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 66 AND 1 / 4 DEGREES EAST 100 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, ALSO KNOWN AS LOT 1, OF THE NORTHEAST BLOCK OF AN UNRECORDED PLAT OF KENYON'S OAK GROVE. ALSO A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DESCRIBED AS COMMENCING AT THE 1 / 8 CORNER ON NORTH SIDE OF THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, RUNNING THENCE SOUTH ON THE 1 / 8 LINE 775 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE ON THE SHORE OF LONG LAKE, THENCE ALONG THE SHORE OF THE LAKE NORTH 60 AND 3 / 4THS DEGREES EAST 625 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 85 DEGREES, EAST 200 FEET, THENCE NORTH 52 1 / 4 DEGREES, EAST 215 FEET; THENCE NORTH 56 DEGREES, EAST 50 FEET FOR THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE ALONG THE SHORE OF THE LAKE NORTH 66 DEGREES, EAST 50 FEET, THENCE NORTH 53 1 / 2 DEGREES, WEST 118 1 / 2 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 44 DEGREES WEST 50 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 55 DEGREES, EAST 109 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 8, 2010 US BANK, NA Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77544013 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Elvin Colon and Aurea E. Colon, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 30, 2007, and recorded on June 24, 2007 in instrument 1180939, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Two Thousand One Hundred Eighty-Four And 62/100 Dollars ($132,184.62), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Southwest corner of Section 1, Town 2 North, Range 8 West; thence North 189.50 feet; thence North 88 degrees 50 minutes East 277.50 feet; thence South 189.50 feet; thence South 88 degrees 50 minutes West 277.50 feet to the place of beginning, known as Lot "D" The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544617 File #279853F01 OneTimePubNotice OneTimePubNotice FORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Christopher B. Brownell and Christine M. Brownell, husband and wife of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to PNC Mortgage, a division of PNC Bank NA successor by merger to National City Mortgage, a division of National City Bank dated the 23rd day of February, A.D. 2007, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 5th day of March, A.D. 2007, in Instrument No. 1177100 of Barry Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $164,928.36 (one hundred sixty-four thousand nine hundred twenty-eight and 36/100) plus accrued interest at 6.750% (six point seven five zero) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 15th day of April, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Barry, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Township of Barry, County of Barry, Michigan: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 7, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, thence North 43 feet; thence East 452 feet; thence East 173.4 feet to the Southwesterly prolongation of the Southeasterly line of Kline Street; thence North 62 degrees 40 minutes East 30 feet along said Southeasterly line to the Northerly line of South Shore Drive; thence South 67 degrees East 100.0 feet along the Northerly line of South Shore Drive for the true place of beginning; thence North 47 degrees 41 minutes 30 seconds East 111.07 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 45.0 feet; thence North 40 degrees 30 minutes East 80.0 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 591.1 feet more or less to the Northerly line of South Shore Drive, formerly known as Myers Street; thence North 67 degrees West 635.7 feet more or less along said Northerly line, to the place of beginning. Commonly known as: 6808 South Shore Drive Parcel Number 08-03-007-043-10 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 18, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77544190 WWR# 10034794 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James W. Haddock aka James Haddock, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated April 8, 2008, and recorded on April 17, 2008 in instrument 20080417-0004177, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-One And 76/100 Dollars ($66,371.76), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the North 1/2 of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 1, Town 3 North, Range 7 West; thence South in the center of highway 175 feet; thence East 212 feet; thence North 175 feet; thence West 212 feet to the point of beginnning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544605 File #312259F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard Gary Sunior and Debra S. Sunior, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2008, and recorded on July 2, 2008 in instrument 20080702-0006820, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Thirty And 40/100 Dollars ($134,030.40), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lots 1166 and 1167 of the City of Hastings, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544650 File #312919F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dustin Huffman, an unmarried man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 6, 2007 and recorded September 12, 2007 in Instrument Number 20070912-0001941, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Three Thousand Forty-Seven and 51/100 Dollars ($243,047.51) including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the Southeasterly right-of-way line of M-43 which lies 2064 and 3/100ths feet due East and 337 and 3/100ths feet due South of the Northwest corner of said Section 32; thence South 63 degrees 2 minutes East, 68 feet; thence South 39 degrees 1 minute West, 126 and 25/100ths feet; thence North 65 degrees 0 minutes West, 76 and 50/100ths feet; thence North 41 degrees 45 minute West, 7 feet; thence North 47 degrees 16 minutes East, 47 and 48/100ths feet thence North 43 degrees 56 minutes East, 85 feet to the point of beginning. Also, beginning at a point on the Southeasterly right-of-way line of M-43 which lies 2096 and 6/100ths feet due East and 316 and 40/100ths feet due South of the Northwest corner of said Section 32; thence due East 55 and 77/100ths feet; thence South 15 degrees 44 minutes West, 59 and 5/100ths feet; thence North 63 degrees 2 minutes West, 68 feet; thence North 38 degrees 24 minutes East, 33 21/100ths feet to the point of beginning. TAXES ARE ASSESSED AS FOLLOWS: Beginning at a point on the Southeasterly right-of-way line of M-43 which lies 2064 and 3/100ths feet due East and 337 and 3/100ths feet due South of the Northwest corner of said Section 32; thence South 63 degrees 2 minutes East, 68 feet; thence South 39 degrees 1 minute West, 126 and 25/100ths feet; thence North 65 degrees 0 minutes West, 76 and 50/100ths feet; thence North 41 degrees 45 minute West, 7 feet; thence North 47 degrees 16 minutes East, 47 and 48/100ths feet thence North 43 degrees 56 minutes East, 85 feet to the point of beginning. Also, beginning at a point on the Southeasterly right-of-way line of M-43 which lies 2090 and 6/100ths feet due East and 316 and 40/100ths feet due South of the Northwest corner of said Section 32; thence due East 55 and 77/100ths feet; thence South 15 degrees 44 minutes West, 59 and 5/100ths feet; thence North 63 degrees 2 minutes West, 68 feet; thence North 38 degrees 24 minutes East, 33 21/100ths feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 11, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.5135 ASAP# 3477171 03/11/2010, 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010 77543996 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dale B Vandermeer and Annette L Vandermeer, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 15, 2004, and recorded on January 3, 2005 in instrument 1139558, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, National Association on behalf of Morgan Stanley ABS Capital 1 Inc. Trust 2005-WMC3 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twelve Thousand Six Hundred TwentyTwo And 69/100 Dollars ($212,622.69), including interest at 9.49% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the West 1/2, Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 19 minutes 06 seconds West 1323.05 feet along the South line of said Southeast 1/4 to the East line of the West 1/2, Southeast 1/4 of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 1170.0 feet along said East line; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 662.48 feet; thence North 34 degrees 15 minutes 45 seconds West 80.0 feet to the place of beginning; thence North 34 degrees 15 minutes 45 seconds West 502.0 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 423.79 feet; thence North 70 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 351.18 feet to Reference Point A; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 515.0 feet; thence South 06 degrees 06 minutes 37 seconds West 446.42 feet to the place of beginning. Together with a 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes West and South of a line described as: Beginning at Reference Point A; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 515.00 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 660.00 feet to the point of ending of said line. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544336 File #311911F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Marguerite Benjamin, unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to The Huntington National Bank, Mortgagee, dated July 10, 1999, and recorded on July 26, 1999 in instrument 1033000, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Two Thousand Eighteen And 99/100 Dollars ($22,018.99), including interest at 3.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 49, 50 and Southwest 1/2 of Lot 53, Roseland Park, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 2 of Plats, on Page 42, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544123 File #060926F04 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Janna M Jean and James F Jean II, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Credit Union Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated November 29, 2005, and recorded on December 6, 2005 in instrument 1157209, and modified by agreement dated November 22, 2006, and recorded on December 7, 2006 in instrument 1173596, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Member First Credit Union as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Six Thousand ThirtyThree And 39/100 Dollars ($166,033.39), including interest at 7.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at a point on the South line of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, distant South 89 degrees 54 minutes 44 seconds East, 10.00 feet from the southwest corner of said Section 16; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 05 seconds West, 404.11 feet to the centerline of Kellogg Scholl Road; thence Southeasterly 212.30 feet along said centerline and the arc of a curve to the right with a radius of 3903.54, and a chord which bears South 47 degrees 17 minutes 04 seconds East, 212.28 feet; thence South 45 degrees 43 minutes 35 seconds East along said centerline 373.51 feet intersection of said centerline with said South Section line; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 44 seconds West along said South Section line, 419.87 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544149 File #311335F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lisa Palmitier and Dale Palmitier, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to M&I Bank FSB, Mortgagee, dated August 27, 2007, and recorded on September 10, 2007 in instrument 200709100001822, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-One Thousand One Hundred Forty-One And 83/100 Dollars ($191,141.83), including interest at 7.7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 19, Sandy Knolls, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of plats, on Page 59. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543928 File #308610F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Phillip Wirtz a married man, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 8, 2004, and recorded on September 10, 2004 in instrument 1133765, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Eleven And 18/100 Dollars ($80,011.18), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Northeast 1/4 of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, described as: Parcel B: Commencing at the intersection of the centerline of Assyria Road and the North line of said Section 9; thence Southeasterly along the centerline 978.31 feet to the palce of beginning; thence Northeasterly at right angles to said centerline 250.00 feet; thence Southeasterly parallel with said centerline 280.00 feet; thence Southwesterly at right angles 230.00 feet to the centerline; thence Northwesterly along said centerline 280.00 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544290 File #311273F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by John R. Haynes and Theresa L. Haynes, husband and wife as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 5, 2005, and recorded on August 11, 2005 in instrument 1150955, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Two And 54/100 Dollars ($49,302.54), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North half of Lots 19 and 20 of Block 13 of Kenfield's Second Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 37. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544008 File #314674F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on September 27, 2006, by CARRIE B. CARR, f/k/a Carrie B. Johnson, f/k/a Carrie B. Warner, a single woman, DARRELL L. CARR, a married man, and VICTORIA B. CARR, a married woman (Joint Tenants), as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on October 3, 2006, in Instrument No. 1170909, and a certain Mortgage executed on September 27, 2006, by CARRIE B. CARR, f/k/a Carrie B. Johnson, f/k/a Carrie B. Warner, a single woman, DARRELL L. CARR, a married man, and VICTORIA B. CARR, a married woman (Joint Tenants); as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on October 3, 2006, in Instrument No. 1170911 (collectively the “Mortgage”), on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of Eighty Nine Thousand Five Hundred Ninety Two and 51/100 Dollars ($89,592.51), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 29, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: ALL THAT PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, LYING NORTH AND EASTERLY OF THE HIGHWAY. ALSO COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, THENCE NORTH 2 RODS; THENCE WEST TO THE CENTER OF HIGHWAY; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE CENTER OF THE HIGHWAY TO THE EAST AND WEST 1/4 LINE OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE EAST ON THE 1/4 LINE TO THE BEGINNING, CITY OF HASTINGS. Commonly known as 1235 E. Mill St., Hastings, Michigan. Mortgagee has taken steps to have the property described herein determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241. Therefore, the length of the redemption period will be one (1) month from the date of the sale, unless steps set forth in the statute are taken to challenge the abandonment. Dated: April 1, 2010 MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 77544682 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael J. Rabbers, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 25, 2005 and recorded December 6, 2005 in Instrument Number 1157278, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by GMAC Mortgage, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Three Thousand One Hundred Eighty-One and 80/100 Dollars ($163,181.80) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West one-half of the East onehalf of the Northeast one-quarter of the Northwest one-quarter of Section 36, Town 1 North, Range 10 West, Prairieville Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 11, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 618.3705 ASAP# 3477188 03/11/2010, 77543991 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Antoinette Meyers, a seperated woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 14, 2005 and recorded January 25, 2005 in Instrument Number 1140662, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Two Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty-Seven and 38/100 Dollars ($62,727.38) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 15, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: a parcel of land consisting of about 1/2 acre situated in the Northeast corner of the following described land: all that part of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 21, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, lying North and East of Grand River Valley railroad. except: commencing at a point 5 chains West and 6 chains and 62 links South of the 1/8 post of the Northwest 1/4 of section 21, Town 3 North, Range 8 West; thence South 1 chain; thence South 39 1/4 degrees West 1 chain 71 links; thence North 44 1/2 degrees West 5 chains 5 1/2 links; thence South 74 degrees East 4 chains 80 links to the place of beginning. said parcel being conveyed is a parcel of land 15 rods North and South by 104 feet East and West, fronting on the center road. part of Lot 68 of Supervisor Glasgow's addition Number 2 to the City of Hastings. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 18, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 480075041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.3371 ASAP# 3485782 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010, 04/08/2010 77544142 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William E. Bush Sr., a single man, original mortgagor(s), to B&P Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated May 13, 1998, and recorded on May 19, 1998 in instrument 1012190, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BankBoston, N.A. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-One Thousand Three Hundred Thirteen And 06/100 Dollars ($71,313.06), including interest at 9.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 9 of Culbert Plat No. 1, and a driveway easement across the East end of Lot 8 according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 19 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544655 File #305039F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dennis Campbell, Janis Campbell, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 20, 2007, and recorded on October 26, 2007 in instrument 200710260003482, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fifth Third Mortgage Company as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Three And 97/100 Dollars ($160,283.97), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as beginning at the intersection of the West line of said Section 27 and the North line of Highway (Bever Road) as it crosses the said Southwest 1/4 of said Section 27, thence East along the North line of said highway 20 rods, Thence North 16 rods for the place of beginning; Thence North parallel to the West line of said Section 27 to the East and West 1/4 line, Thence East 20 rods, Thence South parallel with the West Section line to the center line of Bever Road, Thence West 10 rods, Thence North 16 rods, Thence West 10 rods to the place of beginning. Also a parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as beginning at the intersection of the West line of said Section 27 and the North line of Highway (Bever Road) as it crosses the said Southwest 1/4 of said Section 27, Thence East along the North line of said highway 20 rods to the place of beginning; Thence continuing Easterly along the North line of said highway 10 rods, Thence North parallel to the West line of said Section 27, 16 rods, Thence Westerly parallel to the first mentioned course 10 rods, Thence South 16 rods to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543922 File #296538F01 �Page 12 — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nancy J. Jewell, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 21, 2006 and recorded February 28, 2006 in Instrument Number 1160676, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Three and 85/100 Dollars ($107,393.85) including interest at 7.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 29, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 5, town 1 North, Range 9 West, thence South 30 rods thence West 8 rods, thence North 30 rods, thence East to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 1, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.7905 ASAP# 3510590 04/01/2010, 04/08/2010, 04/15/2010, 04/22/2010 77544635 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Craig Hardy, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 310 S Dibble St, Hastings, MI 49058-1909. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 29, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 29, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544631 File # 317893F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Scott Owen and Christina M. Owen, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 605 S Michigan Ave, Hastings, MI 49058-2340. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 26, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 26, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544596 File # 317484F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Daryl R. Hamel, a married man, to Rock Financial Corporation, Mortgagee, dated September 23, 1998 and recorded September 25, 1998 in Instrument Number 1018404, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Eight and 25/100 Dollars ($25,908.25) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 22, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2 of Balm-Meer, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 30. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 25, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.2786 ASAP# 3499798 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010, 77544313 04/08/2010, 04/15/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jerry Ralph Stanley and Esther Stanley, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11070 Prairie Rdg, Middleville, MI 49333-8087. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 30, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 30, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544660 File # 318188F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by GLEN L. GUERNSEY AKA GLEN L. GUERNSEY JR. and LISA GUERNSEY, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2003, and recorded on May 13, 2004, in Document No. 1127564, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Two Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Three Dollars and Eighty-Nine Cents ($132,283.89), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on April 15, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THE WEST 328.3 FEET OF THE WEST 1 / 2 OF THE NORTH 60 ACRES OF THE NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 23, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 15, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77544185 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 ORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by John and Debra Mays, Husband and Wife of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to American General Financial Services (DE), INC. dated the 7th day of December, A.D. 2004, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 8th day of December, A.D. 2004, in Instrument No. 1138333 of Barry Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $95,744.15 (ninety-five thousand seven hundred forty-four and 15/100) plus accrued interest at 8.25% (eight point two five) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 22nd day of April, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the City of Hastings, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: City of Hastings, County of Barry, and State of Michigan: Lot 4, Block 17 of Lincoln Park Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1, of Plats, Page 55 Commonly known as: 620 West Madison Tax ID No. 5509011200 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77544343 WWR# 10029178 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stephanie Stolsonburg, a married woman, as her sole and separate property, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 16, 2005, as evidenced by Claim Of Interest dated March 19, 2009, and recorded on March 23, 2009 in instrument 20090323-0002586, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Three And 66/100 Dollars ($134,243.66), including interest at 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 24, the Westerly 1/2 of Lot 25 and the South 10 feet of Lot 31, adjacent to said Lot 24 of Streeter's Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 37, also the South 10 feet of Lot 31, adjacent to the Westerly 1/2 of Lot 25 of said Streeter's Resort. Also an undivided 1/4 interest in Lot 29 of Streeter's Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 37. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544611 File #250978F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rye H. Eggerstedt, an unmaried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 22, 2002, and recorded on August 2, 2002 in instrument 1084820, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Three And 73/100 Dollars ($65,703.73), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 69 rods South of the Northeast corner of the South 1/2 of the North 1/2 of Section 4, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, for beginning; thence West 27 rods; thence North 6 rods; thence East 27 rods; thence South 6 rods to beginning. Subject to an easement across the South 1 rods thereof, except that part deeded to the Michigan State Highway commission in Liber 308 on Page 344. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77543952 File #308789F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy R. Frost and Dollene A. Frost, husband and wife, to Chase Home Finance LLC, successor by merger to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated February 25, 2003 and recorded March 11, 2003 in Instrument Number 1099206, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Eight and 71/100 Dollars ($195,238.71) including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 29, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2 of the Plat of West Beach, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 67. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 1, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.7731 ASAP# 3510598 04/01/2010, 04/08/2010, 77544640 04/15/2010, 04/22/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Chad Rabideau and Sherry Pastenack, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 403 W Mill St, Hastings, MI 490581608. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from March 29, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after March 29, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544629 File # 318002F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Meggan K. Miller and Robert J. Miller, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 30, 2007, and recorded on February 1, 2007 in instrument 1175921, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2007 Securitized Asset-Backed Receivables LLC Trust 2007-BR5 Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007BR5 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Six And 49/100 Dollars ($139,486.49), including interest at 8.425% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 400 feet of the North 544 feet 6 Inches of the South 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of section 15, Town 4 North, Range 7 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544003 File #220737F03 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by HEATHER SUE ORR and SPENCER HEATH ORR, WIFE AND HUSBAND, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated November 30, 2007, and recorded on December 13, 2007, in Document No. 20071213-0005200, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-Six Dollars and Ten Cents ($235,976.10), including interest at 7.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on April 29, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 9, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DISTANT NORTH 89 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 261.00 FEET FROM THE SOUTH 1 / 4 POST OF SECTION 9; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 499.12 FEET ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE; THENCE NORTH DOWN CENTER LINE OF HIGHWAY M-37 395.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 413.44 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 05 DEGREES 26 MINUTES 54 SECONDS EAST 395.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 26, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77544668 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Unemployment in Barry County 10th lowest in state According to figures from the Michigan Department of Energy Labor and Economic Growth (DELEG), the unemployment rate in Barry County in January was 12.5 percent, almost 2 percent lower the seasonally unadjusted unemployment rate of 14.9 percent for the entire state. Out of 83 counties in the state, Barry County had the 10th lowest unemployment rate in the state as of January. Jason Palmer, a regional economic analyst for the DELEG, said that Barry County has fared reasonably well because Pennock Health Services is one of the county’s largest employers, and the medical field is very stable. Also the county has several small manufacturing companies, which are not solely dependent on contracts from the General Motors, Ford and Chrysler, which also lends stability to the job market. “When hospitals — not automobile manufacturers — are among the largest employers in a county, that county is more likely than others to be more insulated from the recession,” said Palmer, since “manufacturing jobs have dropped significantly, while health care jobs have been stable, or increased. Health care is not cutting a lot of jobs; the lay-off rate is much lower.” Palmer said the federal government groups counties into metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs). Barry, Ionia, Kent and Newaygo Counties are all part of the Grand Rapids MSA. “Because people in those counties tend to commute to work in the Grand Rapids area, we believe the counties are economically linked because unemployment rates are determined by where people live instead of where they work,” said Palmer. “So, we usually see that the unemployment rates in Barry County is fairly consistent with the unemployment rate in the Grand Rapids MSA, which was 14.8 percent in January; that’s a bit higher, but it is an aggregation of all communities in the MSA. “But, generally Grand Rapids is doing better as an MSA because it has a more diverse, non-automotive-related economy,” he added. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — Page 13 COURT NEWS Timothy Charles Jones, 50, of Hickory Corners pleaded guilty to one count of unlawfully driving away a motor vehicle in 5th Circuit Court March 29. Judge James Fisher ordered Jones to serve nine months in jail and 12 months of probation in relation to the Feb. 4 incident. He also must pay $60 crime victim rights, $69 state minimum costs and $500 in court costs. The balance of his jail sentence may be suspended upon payment of $628. Eric Vincent Holloway, 42, of Hastings entered a plea of guilty in 5th Circuit Court Thursday, March 25. Judge Fisher sentenced Holloway to nine months in jail and 60 months of probation for failing to pay child support. He also was ordered to pay $60 to the crime victim rights fund, $68 state minimum costs, $961 in restitution and $600 in probation fees. He also must pay a $400 per month child support obligation. Joseph Lynn Yennior Jr., 21, of Delton was ordered to spend 40 to 60 months in prison in relation to two charges to which he pleaded guilty in 5th Circuit Court before Judge Fisher. The sentences are to be served concurrently and stem from one count of criminal sexual conduct, first degree with a person under 13 and one count of attempted child abuse. The charges state Yennior knowingly or intentionally caused serious physical harm to a minor and failed in the perpetuation or was prevented in the execution of criminal sexual conduct with a minor. Donald L Hitt, 59, of Bonita Springs, Fla., pleaded guilty to one count of desertion or abandonment. The charge states that Hitt deserted or abandoned his children, under 17 years old, without providing necessary and proper shelter, food, care and clothing for them. Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court sentenced Hitt to serve six months in jail with 56 days credited. Hitt also was ordered to pay $1,161 in restitution, $60 crime victim rights, $500 court costs and $68 in state minimum costs. He also must serve 60 months on probation stemming from the Dec. 29, 2009, incident. Marc Allan Trask, 38, of Nashville pleaded guilty to two counts in a plea agreement in 5th Circuit Court under Judge Fisher March 24. He pleaded guilty to operating while under the influence, third offense, and assaulting, resisting or obstructing a police officer. Court documents state that on Dec. 26, 2009, Trask was discovered to be operating under the influence on Main Street in Nashville in the Nashville Hardware Store parking lot. He was sentenced to serve 12 months in jail for the OUIL charge and six months in jail for the second charge. He also was ordered to pay $500 in library fund fines, $60 crime victim rights, $136 state minimum costs, $400 court costs, $360 in probation fees and $500 to the drug court fund. He must serve 36 months on probation. Community garden work begins in Middleville by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Village of Middleville is taking another step toward sustainability and green living. Trustee Sue Merrill said the breaking ground for a community garden is underway for individual garden plots on village land located adjacent to Lee Elementary School near the village water tower. Earlier this year, village trustee Sue Reyff and Pastor Tom DeVries at Middleville Christian Reformed Church brought together a group of residents to work with the village council to create a plan for a community garden. The village collected soil samples to be tested from the site near the water tower, and results indicate the soil is fertile and pesticide-free. The garden will be an organically maintained area with no pesticide applications. The group is working closely with Wayne Winchester of the village’s department of public works on this project. Gardeners will have access to water from a Todd William Stayton, 43, of Hastings, pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle while under the influence, third offense, before Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court. He was sentenced to 36 months of probation and 12 months in jail from the Sept.. 4, 2009, incident. He also must pay $60 crime victim rights, $68 state minimum costs, $500 library fund fines, $1,000 in court costs and $360 in probation fees. The last 10 months of his jail sentence may be suspended upon payment of $1,628. Christina Faye Scobey, 41, of Hastings, pleaded guilty to one charge of domestic violence, third offense. She was sentenced to 12 months of probation and six months of jail time by Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court on March 24. She was ordered to pay $60 crime victim rights, $68 state minimum costs, $1,000 court costs and $120 in probation fees from the Feb. 3 incident. Fingerprinting process to be delayed Scott Richard Campbell, 45, of Wayland, pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle under the influence, third offense in 5th Circuit Court under Judge Fisher March 24. Campbell also must pay $60 crime victim rights, $68 state minimum costs, $500 library fund fines, $360 probation fees, $200 court costs and $500 drug court costs stemming from a Jan. 24 incident on Patterson Road. POLICE BEAT No gas means free ride to jail Running out of gas along the road resulted in jail time for James J Peck, Jr., 20, of Hastings. A Barry County Sheriff Deputy stopped to help Peck March 20 when he noticed a vehicle traveling at a slow rate of speed on the shoulder of a road. The deputy told Peck he could give him a ride to purchase gas. When Peck retrieved a gas can from his trunk, a syringe fell out of his pocket. The deputy discovered Peck held a valid warrant out of 56-1 District Court for failure to appear. Marijuana was found concealed in a pack of cigarettes on the passenger seat. Peck was lodged at Barry County Jail on the warrant and was issued a $200 bond on the charge of possession of marijuana. Area homes hit by theft, destruction Three apparently empty residences were broken into recently. One residence located on Barryville Road in Nashville was entered March 21, and several items were destroyed. Items broken included a sliding glass door, ceiling fans that were pulled off their mounts, numerous holes in drywall apparently from kicks, and doors pulled from their hinges. The owner of the second residence located on Brown Road estimated the damage to be around $10,000 in a March 28 forced entry break-in. Kitchen cabinetry, a glass chandelier and ceiling fans were broken or destroyed during the incident. The third house, on Irving Road, suffered damage around March 26. Destruction included broken vehicle windows, window panes and a damaged front entry. Break-ins on the rise in the city Hastings Police are continuing the investigation of several breaking-and-entering incidents that occurred during the past month, including a recent attempted break-in at the Secretary of State office, 1611 S. Hanover St., that was reported the morning of March 25. Officers spoke with a state employee who called police after noticing that the lock on the back door to the building had been tampered with. It appeared that the suspect(s) attempted to drill and pry the lock mechanism but were unable to gain entry. A Barry County K9 unit responded to the scene in an attempt to track the suspect(s) but was unable to establish any kind of scent. Give the gift of NEWS! Send friends and family a gift subscription to The BANNER! 269-945-9554 Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf would like to inform the community about an upcoming delay with fingerprinting. The FBI’s CJIS division has reported to the sheriff’s department that from April 28 through May 3, they will not be processing fingerprints for noncriminal purposes such as concealed pistol licenses (CPL). The FBI will resume this process on May 4. The FBI also anticipates a two-week backlog of fingerprints for all contributors. Also, Leaf said this is a reminder for all CPL holders who have purchased handguns using their licenses that two copies of the triplicate card (pistol sales receipt) must be returned to the sheriff within 10 days of the date the handgun is purchased. Failure to do so could result in a fine of $250. The card may be taken to the sheriff’s department or mailed to Barry County Sheriff, 1212 W. State St. Hastings 49058. Lake Odessa to get grant for infrastructure The Michigan Strategic Fund has approved the Village of Lake Odessa’s notice of intent for an infrastructure capacity enhancement grant of $650,000. The grant funds are for the Jordan Lake Avenue project that is slated to begin in late May or early June, said Village Manager Mark L. Bender. The funds will accompany a $240,000 grant that was previously awarded under the American Recovery and Reconstruction Act also designated for the Jordan Lake Avenue Project. “That brings a total of $890,000 of grant money procured for this project,” Bender said. “In addition to the road and infrastructure project, the village was awarded a $338,400 Neighborhood Preservation Program grant through Michigan State Housing Development Authority that will demolish at least one home and rebuild a new home and repair numerous homes along the same Jordan Lake Avenue corridor which is one of the main ‘gateways’ into Lake Odessa,” Bender said. Work is underway on the NPP project, and construction on Jordan Lake Street is slated to begin in late May or early June. The project will see final restoration in the spring of 2011. The village will be holding several town hall meetings prior to the beginning of construction so residents affected by the construction can see the final plans and have an opportunity to ask questions regarding the projects. February 2006. “These numbers are good news for the retail industry and the overall economy,” said MRA President and CEO James P. Hallan. “They are even more encouraging because sales growth was spread across the industry, from furniture stores to gift, jewelry and apparel retailers.” “Looking forward, we expect the positive trend to continue,” Hallan said. “Retailers posted some of their weakest numbers of the recession last March, April and May.” The Michigan Retail Index survey for February found that 46 percent of retailers increased sales over the same month last year, while 39 percent recorded declines and 15 percent saw no change. The results create a seasonally adjusted performance index of 56.7, up from 49.9 in January. A year ago, the index was 40.8 in February. Index values above 50 generally indicate an increase in positive activity, while values below 50 indicate a decrease. Looking ahead, 61 percent of retailers expect sales during March through May to improve over the same period last year, while 16 percent project a decrease and 23 percent no change. That puts the seasonally adjusted outlook index at 70.7, up from 61.8 in January. A year ago the index was 44.6 in February. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale Garage Sale Pets AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 GARAGE SALE: Friday, Saturday, April 2nd, 3rd, 10am-4pm 906 N. Michigan. Strollers, roller blades, child bicycle trailer, kids bicycles, snowblower, large leaf blower, snowmobile, utility trailer, tools, knick-knacks, Dora toys, boys clothes 0mo-4T, girls 0mo-24mo, maternity L-XL, large desk, craft supplies, toys. 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Merrill and the core group are working out details on how to pay for water, fencing and other costs since there will be a maintenance fee for those necessities. “The fee will be reasonable, and there should be no one turned away who would like to have a garden spot,” she added. Merrill said the schools will be getting a plot, and some individuals are thinking about specialty gardens for gourds or even exotic produce. She has heard that some people are teaming up to share plots. Merrill said the Internet is full of information on community gardens and how they work. “It’s a win/win for Middleville and a great way to use and enjoy our local resources together,” she added. Sales reportedly surge for Michigan retailers Michigan retailers’ sales and forecasts rose in February, surging past last winter’s weak numbers, according to the latest Michigan Retail Index survey, a joint project of Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) and the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. The sales Index topped 50 (on a scale of 0 to 100) for the first time since August 2007, indicating positive activity throughout the retail industry. Also snapped was a 27-month string in which the number of retailers reporting year-over-year decreases surpassed those reporting increases. Similarly, retailers’ level of optimism, as reflected in their three-month sales projections, increased to its highest level since David Wayne McBrayer, 37, of Hastings pleaded guilty before Judge Fisher March 24 to malicious destruction of property worth more than $200 and less than $1,000 and also to stalking. He was sentenced to 12 months in jail for the stalking charge and 38 days in jail for the first offense. Court documents state that McBrayer destroyed or damaged tires belonging to someone else and caused a reasonable person to feel terrorized, frightened, intimidated, threatened, harassed or molested with at least one action in violation of a restraining order. He was ordered to pay $60 crime victim rights, $136 state minimum costs, $500 in court costs, $528 in restitution and $600 in probation fees stemming from the Feb. 14 incident. hydrant, free compost from the village and Merrill said they may receive a grant small rototiller. “There is plenty of planning to be done,” she added. “We’re looking for a supportive service organization that will sponsor the garden the first year.” Someone with a tractor to till the soil will be needed soon, she added. “The most important garden tools will be the people and groups that want to claim a plot and enjoy the community garden experience,” she stressed. The number of people wanting a garden plot will determine the size of the garden for the first year. The first community meeting will be April 6, beginning at 5 p.m. at the village hall, 100 E. Main St. Those attending the meeting should use the entrance door by the parking lot. The group hopes to hold a final planning meeting Tuesday, April 13, at 5 p.m. to determine the size of the first garden. All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 Farm EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 FOR SALE: 160 bushel gravity boxes, (269)838-5958. FOR SALE: 2 year old Dorset ram, $75. Call (269)6714509 Recreation 1993 BASSTENDER BOAT with live well and 1993 Karavan trailer. Used very little, always kept inside. $850 obo. (616)765-8614. �Page 14 — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — The Hastings Banner More than 700 compete in Barry-Roubaix race by Patricia Johns Staff Writer On Saturday, March 27 more than 700 cyclists ventured onto the gravel roads, and a few paved ones, in Barry County for one of the first cycling events of the Michigan 2010 cycling race season . This was the second year of the Killer Gravel Road Race . The Barry-Roubaix had riders start from the Yankee Springs Recreation area, there were long lines of cars getting their stickers at the entry gate. It tested riders on rolling gravel roads, pavement, one mile of rough two-track, rocks, sand, even a little mud. This year there was no snow and ice. But the cyclists did more than 2,200 feet of climbing over its 35-mile loop. This event was organized by Rick Plite as a classic road/off road race featuring a variety of terrain and surfaces to test all cycling skills. Cyclocross, Mountain, Road, SingleSpeeds, Fixies and Tandems bicycles were seen along the route. Road, mountain or cross bikes were allowed in any category. The entire course was not closed to traffic and did not have a rolling escort. Cyclists followed the rules of the road including stopping at stop signs and not crossing the yellow lines on the paved parts of the route. Riders got to explore Middleville and more remote parts of Barry County. The riders ranged from beginners who roade 23 miles, expert riders who rode 35 mles to elite cyclists who rode 65 miles. Plite saw the event as a fun beginning to the start of the cycling season. The event started about 15 minutes later than its 10 a.m. start because there were more than 700 cyclists. The elite wave of about 65 riders were at the front. Wooden medals were presented to the top three in each division and the top man and woman received special wooden plaques filled with gravel. Derek Graham was the top man and the top woman was Mackenzie Woodring. The day ended with an awards party with dozens of great prizes presented to random racers whose names were entered automatically. For the adults some of the prizes were Founders Brewery 6 packs. (Winners had to show their identification showing they were 21 years old or older before getting this prize.) Riders came from across Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois. There were medals, trophies and lots of silent raffle prizes. Race Services did the timing on the event and results are available at www.raceservices.com. 23-Mile Results (Place. No., Name, Age, City, State, Team, Time) Beginner Men 16-19 -- 1. 337, Jake Mikula, 19, Casnovia, MI, 1:40:25 2. 603, Zach Laprad, 16, Ludington, MI, 1:42:50 Beginner Men 20-29 -- 1. 721, Larry Peters, 27, Ann Arbor, MI, 1:23:19 2. 189, Jake Grevenstuk, 28, Otsego, MI, 1:25:15 3. 455, Cody Sovis, 22, Interlochen, MI, Jinx Boneyard, 1:26:28 4. 456, Wesley Sovis, 22, Interlochen, MI, Jinx Boneyard, 1:26:28 5. 4, Charles Aldous, 28, Bloomingdale, IL, Flatlandia, 1:28:41 6. 506, Warren Van Middlesworth, 25, Kalamazoo, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 1:29:02 7. 293, Adam Lauderdale, 26, Elgin, IL, Team Area 51, 1:29:49 8. 384, Tristan Peterson, 28, Cary, IL, Team Area51, 1:29:49 9. 446, Trevor Smela, 30, Petoskey, MI, 1:30:31 10. 28, Andrew Baran, 28, Chicago, IL, 1:31:27 11. 144, Peter Echtinaw, 27, Sterling Heights, MI, Jack3d, 1:31:48 12. 298, Nick Lemke, 27, Lyons, MI, 1:36:33 13. 557, Erich Zechar, 29, Lansing, MI, 1:38:34 14. 87, Christopher Calhoun, 30, Saginaw, MI, 1:39:37 15. 664, Greg Geisler, 28, Grand Rapids, MI, 1:42:48 16. 483, Bob Teutsch, 29, Holland, MI, 1:45:23 17. 159, Luke Florek, 27, Grand Rapids, MI, 1:59:50 18. 477, Mike Swieton, 27, Kentwood, MI, 2:00:34 19. 725, Sean Dickson, 22, Ann Arbor, MI, 2:06:41 20. 587, Bob Haskett, 25, Saint Clair Shore, MI, 2:08:28 21. 729, Andrew Flanagan,. Port Lambton, Can,. 2:32:35 22. 151, Jeff Brant, 28, Paw Paw, MI, 2:52:41 Beginner Men 30-39 -- 1. 693, Michael Melnik, 35, Lowell, MI, 1:31:15 2. 501, Russ Turner, 39, Grand Blanc, MI, Cycle Fit Cycling Club, 1:31:48 3. 173, Sean Geary, 35, Ann Arbor, MI, Team OC, 1:32:51 4. 196, Ted Haladyna, 32, Northville, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 1:33:24 5. 284, John Kuiper, 35, Ada, MI, 1:33:49 6. 380, Aaron Peoples, 36, Comstock Park, MI, 1:35:15 7. 386, Randy Pierce, 38, Commerce Twp., MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 1:36:28 8. 304, Dale Lundberg, 35, Spring Arbor, MI, Breakaway Bicycles, 1:36:33 9. 507, Tim Van Vliet, 35, Holland, MI, 1:37:59 10. 653, Neil Jenney, 38, Battle Creek, MI, Team OC, 1:39:11 11. 393, Anthony Prater, 39, S. Elgin, IL, Team Area 51, 1:40:35 12. 542, Jon Wlodarczak, 33, Dimondale, MI, 1:42:37 13. 352, Jason Mulligan, 32, Waterford, MI, 1:42:51 14. 448, Owen Smith, 37, Byron Center, MI, 1:43:50 15. 168, Paul Fults, 36, Kalamazoo, MI, 1:44:19 16. 345, David Moliterno, 37, Fowlerville, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 1:45:12 17. 16, Kuniaki Atsuta, 36, Ann Arbor, MI, SRD, 1:45:57 18. 528, Jason Weller, 38, Lansing, MI, 1:46:28 19. 14, Jim Aspinall, 40, Northbrook, IL, 1:49:00 20. 687, Andy Kursch, 32, Middleville, MI, 1:50:56 21. 210, Kirk Hendricksen, 37, South Lyon, MI, 1:51:28 22. 545, Arthur Wood, 33, Detroit, MI, 1:52:32 23. 520, Todd Wade, 33, Kalamazoo, MI, Kalamazoo, 1:52:53 24. 355, Michael Murphy, 37, Dimondale, MI, 1:55:07 25. 663, Justin Biebel, 36, Grand Rapids, MI, 1:56:00 26. 544, Andrew Wood, 31, Grand Rapids, MI, 1:56:40 27. 568, Andrew Riley, 34, Corunna, MI, 1:58:10 28. 374, Robert Paulson, 38, Byron Center, MI, 2:01:04 29. 408, Joe Rodgers, 37, Grand Blanc, MI, Thumb Cycling group, 2:10:13 30. 576, Jason Manley, 36, Montrose, MI, 2:22:45 31. 454, Jason Southwell, 35, Lansing, MI, 2:37:55 Beginner Men 40-49 -- 1. 443, Karl Siebert, 42, Grand Rapids, MI, 1:25:52 2. 338, Don Miller, 49, Otsego, MI, 1:34:06 3. 89, Brian Campbell, 42, Portage, MI, 1:34:27 4. 575, Steve Kloosterman, 43, Holland, MI, 1:35:58 5. 596, John Guynn, 49, Flushing, MI, Cycle fit, 1:36:33 6. 341, Randy Millwood, 45, East Grand Rapids, MI, 1:37:56 7. 232, Dave Jansen, 42, Dexter, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 1:40:26 8. 90, Jeffrey Carek, 44, Canton, MI, Mom & Pop Racing, 1:41:29 9. 651, Arthur Haan, 44, Indianapolis, IN, 1:41:31 10. 640, John Conlin, 43, Ann Arbor, MI, Mom & Pop Racing, 1:42:12 11. 457, Gary Spencer, 47, Howell, MI, Ilmor Engineering Inc, 1:43:32 12. 620, Mark Sholts, 48, East Lansing, MI, 1:46:21 13. 229, Don Isaacs, 49, Kingston Mines, IL, Bicycle Heaven, 1:47:12 14. 465, Tom Stevens, 47, Grand Rapids, MI, 1:51:53 15. 716, Russ Gelow, 40, New Carlisle, IN, 1:52:44 16. 307, Brad Maitland, 46, Fenton, MI, 1:57:28 17. 387, James Placer, 44, Allegan, MI, old fat slow guys that drink scotch, 1:57:51 18. 668, Jeff Swets, 50, Grand Rapids, MI, 1:59:31 19. 381, Jan Persson, 46, Caledonia, MI, 2:01:04 20. 270, Atsushi Kochi, 42, Ann Arbor, MI, subaru, 2:01:17 21. 157, Rob Fitzpatrick, 41, Holland, MI, fatguyonalittle, 2:02:11 22. 597, Jesse Bajwa, 43, Canton, MI, 2:06:03 23. 88, Kevin Callahan, 42, Kalamazoo, MI, Custer Cyclery, 2:07:53 24. 221, Pete Hoffswell, 46, Holland, MI, 2:08:14 25. 614, David Cammenga, 41, Allendale, MI, 2:09:21 Beginner Men 50+ -- 1. 571, Bill Potapa, 54, Middleville, MI, 1:32:45 2. 362, Peter Nye, 52, Ada, MI, Team Marchen, 1:34:48 3. 372, Jeff Parker, 55, Hastings, MI, 1:34:56 4. 681, Kevin Coleman, 53, Jackson, MI, 1:36:04 5. 567, Chuck Wilson, 58, Middleville, MI, 1:36:54 6. 554, Jeffery Young, 52, Monroe, MI, 1:37:27 7. 635, Dennis Bean-Larson, 64, Traverse City, MI, Fixed Gear Gallery, 1:38:11 8. 275, Rick Kraai, 58, Holland, MI, Macatawa Cycling Club, 1:38:15 9. 538, Les Winegar, 54, Caledonia, MI, 1:39:23 10. 517, Steven Virkstis, 55, Comstock Park, MI, 1:40:35 11. 133, Peter Delavergne, 53, Marlette, MI, Thumb Cycling Group, 1:42:40 12. 306, Richard Mahn, 61, Ann Arbor, MI, 1:48:07 13. 91, John Carey, 53, Williamston, MI, 1:50:33 14. 139, Tom Dickson, 51, Kalamazoo, MI, 1:50:41 15. 252, David Jurgensen, 53, Holland, MI, 1:50:56 16. 153, Gary Feldt, 62, Mattawan, MI, 1:51:43 17. 724, Richard Voorman, 57, Kalamazoo, MI, 1:53:15 18. 64, Brian Bothwell, 51, Gobles, MI, 1:54:40 19. 582, Lawrence Boyer, 55, Holland, MI, 1:59:03 20. 508, Daniel Vandeneede, 50, Allen Park, MI, 2:01:18 21. 49, Dan Bialas, 58, Muskegon, MI, 2:06:12 22. 612, Tony Signore, 51, Kentwood,. 2:06:33 23. 613, Mark Ewing, 53, Grand Rapids, MI, Led Zepplin, 2:07:23 24. 154, Jim Stoner, 67, Holland, MI, 2:23:10 25. 120, Wayne Crowther, 60, Toledo, OH, 2:28:19 26. 472, Brian Striler, 52, Flint, MI, Thumb Cycling Group, 2:33:52 27. 398, Paul Ranke, 55, Waterford, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 2:37:38 Beginner Women 16-34 -- 1. 253, Diane Kaeser, 34, Goshen, IN, MMI racing, 1:41:30 2. 260, Jennifer Kick, 29, Chicago, IL, Half Acre Cycling, 1:48:27 3. 10, Tricia Anderson, 32, Livonia, MI, 1:52:14 4. 673, Erin Miller, 32, Holland, MI, 1:55:37 5. 220, Laurel Himes-Ferris, 27, Ann Arbor, MI, 2:06:42 6. 710, Diane Ursu, 32, Durand, MI, red jackets, 2:15:03 7. 437, Darla Sevok, 35, Berkley, MI, 2:19:13 8. 468, Savannah Stich, 15, Battle Creek, MI, Stich House, 2:19:20 9. 700, Melissa Edwards, 25, Flint, MI, Team Assenmacher, 2:32:53 10. 500, Jaime Tummino, 34, Alto, MI, 2:38:10 11. 588, Nicole Haskett, 26, Saint Clair Shore, MI, 2:41:55 Beginner Women 35+ -- 1. 579, Lisa Popa, 39, Kalamazoo, MI, Custer Cycling, 1:42:52 2. 589, Jan Toscano, 55, Holland, MI, 1:43:56 3. 94, Mary Pat Chelsky, 49, Grand Rapids, MI, 1:45:00 4. 633, Karen Standley, 57,. 1:47:13 5. 286, Margie Ladzick, 54, Ann Arbor, MI, 1:48:23 6. 112, Aline Cotel, 41, Ann Arbor, MI, 1:49:29 7. 492, Paddi Thornburg, 47, Athens, MI, Smelly Sox Racing, 1:54:04 8. 676, Erica Chianese, 35, Chicago, IL, Half Acre Cycling, 1:55:04 9. 358, Cathy Needham, 43, Augusta, MI, Custer Cyclery, 1:55:09 10. 564, Nancy Lange, 56, Wyoming, MI, 1:56:08 11. 370, Karen Park, 48, Ann Arbor, MI, 1:57:50 12. 583, Mary Stoddard, 45,. 2:04:12 13. 368, Grace Pang, 41, Ann Arbor, MI, 2:07:34 14. 516, Nancy Virgilio, 49, Kalamazoo, MI, 2:08:10 15. 116, Nancy Creighton, 54, Kentwood, MI, 2:10:14 16. 238, Libby Jennings, 61, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:13:29 17. 197, Lisa Halbert, 39, Delton, MI, 2:18:04 18. 467, Joyce Stich, 44, Battle Creek, MI, Stich House, 2:19:20 19. 207, Kim Hecksel, 51, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:25:13 20. 553, Kathy Youmans, 54, Jackson, MI, 2:34:47 21. 53, Annette Bilocca, 49, Muskegon, MI, 2:38:09 Beginner Single Speed -- 1. 140, Ben Doctor, 42, Ada, MI, 1:25:42 2. 68, Matt Boyd, 26, Ann Arbor, MA, 1:33:05 3. 652, Andrew Abegg, 24, Hobart, IN, rbikes.com kenda, 1:38:20 4. 471, John Strickler, 47, Haslett, MI, 1:39:03 5. 550, Matthew Wright, 37, Climax, MI, Team Active Racing, 1:39:05 6. 202, Jw Harper, 34, Burlington, MI, Team Active, 1:43:51 Beginner/Sport Fixied -- 1. 126, Lee Dart, 37, Middleville, MI, Team Half-Fast, 1:29:26 2. 24, Doug Baker, 46, Kentwood, MI, 1:32:27 3. 290, Tyson Lamoreaux, 30, Chicago, IL, 1:47:56 4. 356, Jeff Muston, 30, South Bend, IN, 1:58:35 35-Mile Results Expert Men 16-19 -- 1. 55, Taylor Birmann, 18, Portage, MI, Priority Health U25 Team, 1:46:28 2. 175, Daniel Gerow, 19, Grosse Pointe Far, MI, WOLVERINE/ACFSTORES.COM, 1:47:10 Expert Men 20-29 -- 1. 451, Collin Snyder, 24, Livonia, MI, Midwest Cycling Group Trails Edge, 1:51:08 2. 322, Aaron McCready, 25, Novi, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 1:53:02 3. 295, Brandon Leach, 28, Chicago, IL, Johnny Sprockets, 1:56:09 4. 25, Will Baker, 29, Harbor Riders follow their police escort out of the state park at Gun Lake to begin the 2010 Barry-Roubiax road race Saturday morning. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Springs, MI, Bay Tennis & Fitness, 1:57:40 5. 219, Earl Hillaker, 25, Grand Rapids, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 1:58:26 6. 632, Craig Neidlinger, 28, Michigan City, IN, Bike Stop Cycling, 1:58:49 7. 234, Isaiah Jay, 27, Chicago, IL, Half Acre Cycling, 1:59:54 8. 256, Jeremy Karel, 27, Grand Rapids, MI, Founders/Alger Racing, 2:00:24 9. 629, Jeff Zimmerman, 29, Holly, MI, Cycle Fit Multisport, 2:01:21 10. 699, Cameron Marshall, 23, East Lansing, MI, Team Giant - Michigan, 2:01:28 11. 526, Michael Weigand, 29, Lansing, MI, Bush League Bike Mafia, 2:05:58 12. 407, Josh Rockhold, 29, Saranac, MI, 2:06:05 13. 359, Stuart Neils-Kraft, 25, Lansing, MI, 2:14:13 14. 605, Peter Platte, 22, Petoskey, MI, 2:17:42 15. 58, Evan Boese, 21, Richland, MI, Custer Cyclery, 2:24:33 Expert Men 30-39 -- 1. 371, Brian Parker, 35, Berwyn, IL, xXx Racing-AthletiCo / TheBonebell., 1:51:09 2. 555, Michael Young, 34, Chicago, IL, xXx Racing - AthletiCo, 1:51:18 3. 683, Cricket Howard, 39, Kalamazoo, MI, Priority Health, 1:52:37 4. 52, Joel Bierling, 35, Rockford, MI, Rapid Wheelmen, 1:53:01 5. 83, Wade Burch, 33, Lanisng, MI, Toms Shoes p/b Kindhuman Sports, 1:53:04 6. 375, Tom Payn, 38, Troy, MI, PrecisionMTB, 1:55:14 7. 163, Bryan Frazier, 34, Cottage Grove, WI, Wildside Velo Club, 1:55:23 8. 726, Ron Stack, 40, Fenton, MI, Cyclefit Sports Club, 1:55:42 9. 704, Chris Kushman, 36, Traverse City, MI, Hagerty Racing, 1:55:43 10. 138, Doug Derdowski, 36, Williamston, MI, Team Toms/Kindhuman Sports, 1:55:44 11. 332, Jason Melecosky, 37, Oxford, MI, RBS Cycling Team, 1:56:10 12. 399, James Rasmussn, 38, Michigan City, IN, 1:56:56 13. 119, Shawn Crowley, 32, Grand Rapids, MI, Founders/Alger Racing, 1:57:06 14. 335, Yaro Middaugh, 34, Traverse City, MI, Pedal Power, 1:57:11 15. 628, Josh McCreedy, 36, Holly, MI, Sisu Cycles, 1:57:21 16. 703, Ben Penner, 33, Ann Arbor, MI, AAVC, 1:58:36 17. 650, Rick Mezo, 33, Crown Point, IN, r.bikes, 1:58:42 18. 366, John Osgood, 35, Kimball, MI, Team Sandbag, 1:58:46 19. 174, David George, 35, Grand Rapids, MI, Rapid Wheelmen, 1:59:05 20. 360, Gabe Niehof, 33, Grand Rapids, MI, Founders/Alger Cycle, 2:00:05 21. 169, Joel Gaff, 31, Traverse City, MI, Hagerty Racing, 2:00:19 22. 309, David Manges, 39, Flushing, MI, Team Assenmacher, 2:01:48 23. 287, Brad Lako, 34, Auburn Hills, MI, RBS Cycling Team, 2:01:51 24. 488, Joe Thomas, 31, Kalamazoo, MI, Custer Cyclery, 2:02:12 25. 585, Ryan Decook, 30, Rochester, MI, Roy O'Brien Ford, 2:03:58 26. 708, Joshua Weider,. Northville, MI, Trails Edge, 2:04:27 27. 401, Matt Remelts, 35, Grand Rapids, MI, Founders Alger Racing, 2:04:29 28. 263, Seth Kleinglass, 33, Belleville, MI, MCG Racing, 2:04:29 29. 43, Mike Benedek, 35, Fort Wayne, IN, Lake Effect, 2:05:58 30. 502, Paolo Urizar, 36, Chicago, IL, xXx RacingAthletiCo/The Bonebell, 2:05:58 31. 311, Bryan Marek, 35, Big Rapids, MI, Cross Country Cycle, 2:07:21 32. 535, Jason Whittaker, 33, Traverse City, MI, Hagerty Racing, 2:07:24 33. 692, Derek Hill, 38, Waterford, MI, Cycle Therapy RAcing, 2:07:45 34. 85, Jeff Cachero, 33, Kalamazoo, MI, Breakaway Bicycles, 2:07:47 35. 308, Jarod Makowski, 39, Troy, MI, 2:08:17 36. 427, Steve Schultz, 31, Petoskey, MI, 2:09:06 37. 50, James Bialas, 34, Askel, MI, Red Jacket Cycling, 2:09:33 38. 730, Mike Franko, 36, Rochester Hills, MI, runguru.com, 2:09:36 39. 47, Joe Bernardi, 33, Fenton, MI, Team Giant Michigan, 2:11:12 40. 95, Scott Chiesa, 35, Royal Oak, MI, (RBS) Rochester Bike Shop, 2:11:28 41. 317, Jason Mathis, 32, Chicago, IL, 2:12:39 42. 107, John Colson, 34, Ypsilanti, MI, Cadence Cycle, 2:13:59 43. 17, Jay Atwater, 36, Pontiac, MI, Cycletherapy Racing, 2:14:00 44. 226, Greg Hughes, 37, Williamston, MI, 2:17:06 45. 178, Christian Glupker, 38, Hudsonville, MI, Team Gupster, 2:17:32 46. 404, Matthew Rife, 40, St. Louis, MO, 2:17:42 47. 113, Joseph Cracchiolo, 37, Auburn Hills, MI, Paint Creek Bicycles, 2:22:49 48. 342, Shawn Minard, 39, Wixom, MI, Team Specialized, 2:30:39 49. 392, Todd Powers, 39, Marysville, MI, Team Sandbag, 2:37:20 50. 395, Ulises Rabeiro, 40, Petoskey, MI, Twisted Stone, 2:41:17 51. 667, Brent Krmpotich, 33, Ann Arbor, MI, AAVC, 3:58:46 Expert Men 40-49 -- 1. 602, John Meyers, 46, Kalamazoo, MI, Bells Brewery & Quiring Cycles, 1:46:29 2. 430, Tom Scott, 41, Belmont, MI, Rapid Wheelmen, 1:47:10 3. 388, William Plunkett, 48, Granger, IN, Pro Form Bike Shop, 1:48:30 4. 54, Mike Birmann, 49, Portage, MI, Priority Health Masters Team, 1:51:07 5. 592, Jeff Haney, 46, Rockford, MI, Bissell/ABG, 1:51:23 6. 361, Dave Norton, 42, Chicago, IL, TheBonebell.com, The top man in the age 50 + division of the Barry-Roubaix was Bill Potapa, age 54 of Middleville (center) who finished the 23-mile route in 1 hour 32 minutes and 45 seconds. Peter Nye, age 52 (on left) of Ada finished in 1:34:48 and Jeff Parker, age 55, of Hastings finished in 1:34:56. (Photo by Patricia Johns) 1:51:23 7. 433, Michael Seguin, 42, Chicago, IL, xXx Racing - AthletiCo, 1:51:57 8. 573, Fred Bunn, 46, Grand Rapids, MI, Bissell, 1:53:04 9. 383, Mike Peterson, 42, Portage, MI, Kalamazoo Trikats, 1:54:52 10. 595, Paul Nelson, 49, Holland, MI, Cousin's -breakfast ride, 1:54:52 11. 250, Mike Jones, 49, Kalamazoo, MI, PRIORITY HEALTH CYCLING TEAM, 1:55:05 12. 278, Scott Kroske, 47, Birmingham, MI, WOLVERINE/ACFSTORES.COM, 1:55:06 13. 212, Alan Henry, 45, East Lansing, MI, 1:55:10 14. 36, Brad Beeson, 47, Bay Village, OH, Spin Bike Shop, 1:55:40 15. 572, Craig Rawlings, 46, Grand Rapids, MI, Bissell/ABG, 1:55:47 16. 556, Mark Zakowski, 49, South Bend, IN, PRO FORM RACING, 1:55:51 17. 527, Bert Wellens, 44, Chicago, IL, xXx Racing - AthletiCo, 1:55:54 18. 539, Douglas Wise, 46, Berrien Springs, MI, ProForm Bike Team, 1:55:57 19. 626, Don Cameron, 44, White Lake, MI, Specialized/The Argyle Army, 1:58:24 20. 130, Devin Deboer, 42, Zeeland, MI, 1:58:45 21. 323, Casey McGovern, 40, East Grand Rapids, MI, Bissell/ABG, 2:00:19 22. 147, Jonathan Evans, 43, Kalamazoo, MI, Hup United, 2:00:57 23. 569, Brian Neeley, 42, Battle Creek, MI, 2:01:12 24. 577, Bill Schouman, 41, Fruitport, MI, Specialized, 2:01:30 25. 417, Patrick Russell, 41, Berkley, MI, WOLVERINE/AMERICAN CYCLE & FIT, 2:01:51 26. 40, Mike Belanger, 48, St. Clair Shores, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 2:02:02 27. 297, Joe Lekovish, 45, Northville, MI, MCG/Trails-Edge, 2:03:26 28. 244, Eric Johnson, 41, South Bend, IN, 2:03:38 29. 482, Jeff Tenniswood, 42, Troy, MI, Team Mongo, 2:03:38 30. 22, William Baguley, 42, Ada, MI, Ada Bike Cycling Club, 2:03:45 31. 561, Rick Watson, 47, MI, Beverlin Racing, 2:03:47 32. 541, Greg Witt, 43, Bloomfield, MI, RBS Cycling Team, 2:04:17 33. 413, Joe Rozegnal, 49, Caledonia, MI, Cal Cycling, 2:04:18 34. 195, Tommy Hahn, 48, Lowell, MI, Priority Health Cycling Team, 2:04:27 35. 190, Michael Groat, 43, Marshall, MI, Team Active, 2:04:32 36. 529, Bernard Wendel, 43, Waterford, MI, Cannondale Midwest, 2:05:30 37. 590, Eric Cook, 40, Battle Creek, MI, Team Active/Cascarellis, 2:07:40 38. 59, Mark Boese, 50, Richland, MI, Custer Cyclery, 2:07:47 39. 316, Dave Massey, 44, Canton, MI, Specialized, 2:08:12 40. 213, Daniel Henshaw, 44, Portage, MI, Breakaway Bicycles, 2:09:06 41. 479, James Taylor, 45, Big Rapids, MI, Cross Country Cycle, 2:09:27 42. 319, Scott McAllister, 41, Grand Rapids, MI, MPD, 2:09:42 43. 481, Scott Tencate, 45, Ada, MI, Ada Bike Cycling Club, 2:09:45 44. 84, Jeff Burt, 46, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:10:37 45. 248, Jason Aric Jones, 42, Dexter, MI, Bell's Brewery/Quiring Cycles, 2:11:32 46. 445, Kenneth Sipe, 41, Plainwell, MI, Custer Cyclery, 2:12:21 47. 215, Tony Hersberger, 40, Rockford, MI, Cycle Fit Sports Club, 2:12:35 48. 702, Bert Reynolds, 44, Caledonia, MI, TNR, 2:14:59 49. 627, Jon Muller, 45, Grand Rapids, MI, Spout, 2:15:59 50. 21, Patrick Bagi, 44, Kalamazoo, MI, Custer Cyclery, 2:17:56 51. 525, Andrew Weeks, 47, Battle Creek, MI, 2:18:18 52. 99, Kevin Cleary, 50, Kalamazoo, MI, TriKats, 2:21:37 53. 706, Chris Putti, 42, Kalamazoo, MI, 2:25:31 54. 155, Jody Figueroa, 46, Bay City, MI, Custer Cyclery, 2:43:48 Expert Men 50+ -- 1. 536, Joe Williams, 54, Kalamazoo, MI, Gazelle Sports, 1:49:48 2. 598, Mike Krywanski, 60, Rockford, MI, Priority Health, 1:52:49 3. 677, Kevin Cusack, 54, Copemish, MI, Team Rwanda, 1:53:03 4. 251, Jim Jordan, 54, Jackson, MI, BlackSheep, 1:54:38 5. 486, Allan Thom, 51, Clarendon Hills, IL, Half Acre Cycling, 1:55:52 6. 639, Dj Jurvelin, 53, Linden, MI, Cyclefit, 1:56:03 7. 671, James Martin, 51, West Bloomfield, MI, American Cycle & Fitness, 1:56:56 8. 122, Tim Curtis, 51, Hastings, MI, Founders/Alger Racing, 1:57:05 9. 167, Ray Fulkerson, 51, Kalamazoo, MI, PrecisionMTB.com, 1:58:47 10. 594, Fredrick Anderson, 55, Okemos, MI, West MI Cont Riders Breakaway, 1:59:26 11. 711, Don Callep, 58, Grand Haven, MI, West MI Ghost Riders, 1:59:44 12. 475, Jeff Surnow, 59, West Bloomfield, MI, 2:01:50 13. 339, Kip Miller, 50, Bridgman, MI, Honeywell Cycling, 2:01:50 14. 518, Bob Volant, 54, Gaylord, MI, 2:01:52 15. 636, Dave Hollis, 50, New Baltimore, MI, Cyclefit, 2:02:47 16. 170, James Gallagher, 50, Battle Creek, MI, TEAM ACTIVE RACING, 2:02:53 17. 9, Ron Anderson, 54, Alpena, MI, 2:03:48 18. 391, Paul Popielarz, 53, Grandville, MI, Founders/Alger Racing, 2:05:35 19. 247, Mark Johnson, 50, Kalamazoo, MI, Trikats, 2:06:18 20. 349, Craig Morris, 53, Ann Arbor, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 2:07:46 21. 354, Dennis Murphy, 51, Grandville, MI, Founders/Alger Racing, 2:14:53 22. 599, Robert Larson, 59, Novi, MI, Team Mongo, 2:17:47 23. 158, Art Fleming, 68, Rochester Hills, MI, RBS Cycling Team, 2:26:41 24. 267, Randy CYCLING, continued next page �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — Page 15 CYCLING, continued from previous page Knapp, 51, Montague, MI, West Michigan Coast Riders, 2:30:28 25. 329, Raymond McLeod, 50, Twin Lake, MI, KP Cycles Plus, 2:34:28 26. 414, Michael Ruch, 57, Kentwood, MI, 2:40:23 Expert Women 16-34 -- 1. 123, Julia Daher, 27, Chicago, IL, xXx Racing-AthletiCo, 2:05:01 2. 615, Toni Musto, 20, Ada, MI, Priority Health, 2:17:08 3. 565, Laura Melendez, 30, Grand Rapids, MI, Priority Health, 2:26:50 Expert Women 35+ -- 1. 619, Jeanette Schrand, 41, Chicago, IL, XXX-AthletiCo Racing, 2:07:30 2. 38, Jillian Behm, 43, Erie, PA, Team 53x11, 2:09:35 3. 495, Monica Tory, 38, Kalamazoo, MI, Vello Bella-Ellsworth, 2:11:41 4. 489, Kim Thomas, 37, Belmont, MI, Fusion IT, 2:12:01 5. 165, Melissa Fritz, 37, Traverse City, MI, Hagerty, 2:13:43 6. 312, Lisa Markley, 43, Dearborn Heights, MI, Roll Models Bike Shop, 2:18:31 7. 148, Natalie Evans, 39, Chicago, IL, XXX RacingAthletiCo, 2:24:24 8. 691, Cheryl Hill, 35, Waterford, MI, Cycletherapy, 2:27:17 9. 690, Ali Bridson, 37, Fife Lake, MI, Racing Greyhounds, 2:28:19 10. 382, Paige Peterman, 35, Kalamazoo, MI, 2:38:17 Sport Men 20-29 -- 1. 257, Robert Katrinic, 29, Flint, MI, Team Assenmachers, 1:55:11 2. 26, Jon Ballema, 29, Kalamazoo, MI, KBC Racing, 2:01:48 3. 444, Kevin Simms, 21, Kalamazoo, MI, 2:04:05 4. 211, Lewis Henrickson, 24, Kalamazoo, MI, KBC Racing, 2:05:01 5. 328, Ryan McKinnie, 28, Brighton, MI, Two Wheel Tango, 2:05:20 6. 551, Mark Yapp, 24, Ann Arbor, MI, Wheels in Motion, 2:10:26 7. 334, Josh Meske, 26, Royal Oak, MI, 2:12:39 8. 18, Matthew Babbitt, 25, Parchment, MI, 2:13:21 9. 254, William Kannenberg, 28, Kalamazoo, MI, Needs a Sponsor :), 2:17:31 10. 191, Tyler Groskopf, 21, Holt, MI, Eric's Cycling, 2:17:49 11. 279, Erik Krueger, 24, Harsens Island, MI, 2:24:59 12. 23, Kyle Bainter, 27, Stevensville, MI, 2:27:39 13. 470, Timothy Strege, 28, Racine, WI, Half Acre Cycling, 2:28:28 14. 661, Brandt Becker, 26, Lansing, MI, 2:34:29 15. 675, Drew Martin, 28, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:38:18 Sport Men 30-39 -- 1. 255, Paul Kardosh, 31, Chicago, IL, 1:58:19 2. 490, Robert Thomas, 30, Chicago, IL, Half Acre Cycling, 1:58:44 3. 606, Troy Crady, 39, Chicago, IL, Moxappeal.com, 1:58:44 4. 266, John Kline, 36, Fishers, IN, Singletrack Outfitters, 1:59:22 5. 403, Jesse Riegle, 30, Augusta, MI, Custer Cyclery, 2:01:49 6. 426, Joe Schubert, 30, Chicago, IL, SUPER APE, 2:01:50 7. 100, Jay Click, 36, Ferndale, MI, 2:02:18 8. 60, Jim Bonnell, 37, Waterford, MI, 2:03:44 9. 537, Todd Williams, 32, Grand Rapids, MI, Rapid Wheelmen, 2:04:01 10. 192, Christopher Guntern, 38, Alto, MI, 2:05:04 11. 722, Greg Jewkinson, 39, Corunna, MI, 2:06:19 12. 484, Scott Thenikl, 36, Comstock Park, MI, Founders/Alger Racing, 2:06:40 13. 474, Adam Sulkowski, 33, Howell, MI, 2:06:54 14. 71, Ed Brewer, 37, Ann Arbor, MI, 2:07:25 15. 30, Aaron Barto, 38, Grand Rapids, MI, Cannondale Midwest Racing, 2:07:27 16. 709, Trevor Terry, 35, Ypsilanti, MI, 2:08:13 17. 660, Don Hackney, 38, Grand Haven, MI, Cross Country Cycle, 2:08:14 18. 75, Paul Brumbaugh, 39, Elkhart, IN, Proform Bike Shop, 2:09:37 19. 77, Steven Buday, 34, Clarkston, MI, 2:09:38 20. 203, Erich Harvey, 36, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:09:46 21. 344, Pope Mobley, 39, Louisville, KY, BickClicks/Team Louisivlle, 2:10:05 22. 324, Dan McGraw, 31, Grand Rapids, MI, Ada Bike Cycling Club, 2:12:08 23. 142, Patrick Drueke, 38, Ada, MI, 2:12:26 24. 600, Lawrence Schcmidt Iv, 34, Wayland, MI, Team HUH Schmidt Racing, 2:12:56 25. 458, Brad Spooner, 38, Zeeland, MI, Velo City Cycles, 2:13:20 26. 377, Cameron Pease, 34, Palatine, IL, North Branch Cycling, 2:13:46 27. 363, Matthew Nyquist, 36, Dearborn, MI, 2:14:03 28. 369, Jake Pangle, 35, Jackson, MI, On Two Wheels, 2:15:53 29. 378, Sean Peecher, 39, Dearborn, MI, 2:16:54 30. 680, Brian Fox, 38, Ada, MI, GR Bike Co, 2:17:23 31. 447, Jared Smerecki, 38, Farmington Hills, MI, Hot Dog Racing... Wheeeee!, 2:17:33 32. 224, Yoichi Hori, 39, Ann Arbor, MI, SUBARU Cycling Club, 2:17:50 33. 268, Dave Knauff, 36, Evanston, IL, Turin Bicycle Society, 2:17:52 34. 242, Byrne Johnson, 33, Battle Creek, MI, Custer Cyclery, 2:18:19 35. 513, Michael Verploegh, 38, Hudsonville, MI, 2:18:40 36. 621, John Brusk, 37, Byron Center, MI, Racing Greyhounds, 2:18:47 37. 644, Justin Koski, 31,. Sish Cycles, 2:19:00 38. 365, Luke Osborn, 34, Flint, MI, 2:19:01 39. 5, Benjamin Algera, 32, Holland, MI, 2:19:04 40. 509, Rick Vanderleek, 37, Saugatuck, MI, 2:20:06 41. 325, Michael McGraw, 33, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:20:40 42. 164, Brady Frederick, 35, Whitewater, WI, Kettle Moraine Flyers, 2:20:48 43. 318, Christopher May, 40, Wyoming, MI, 2:20:48 44. 485, Craig Theodore, 38, Hamilton, MI, Rock N Road Racing, 2:20:49 45. 410, Edward Roles, 36, Chicago, IL, ce::four, 2:20:49 46. 105, Jon Coleman, 39, Canton, MI, 2:22:49 47. 415, Glen Ruczynski, 33, Fife Lake, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS!, 2:23:19 48. 314, Jon Marshall, 40, South Haven, MI, Cross Country Cycle, 2:23:37 49. 625, Erik Silvassy, 36, Troy, MI, Trial'sedge.com, 2:24:41 50. 19, K. Michael Babcock, 38, East Lansing, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 2:24:57 51. 331, Rob Meendering, 32, Grand Rapids, MI, Ada Bike Cycling Club, 2:25:47 52. 171, Mike Gannon, 31, Rickford, MI, 2:25:56 53. 205, Steve Hay, 39, Kalamazoo, MI, 2:27:01 54. 425, Ken Schneider, 30, Coloma, MI, 2:27:11 55. 333, Chris Mensing, 33, Lansing, MI, 2:28:14 56. 698, Jeremy Fitzpatrick,. Alma, MI, 2:28:39 57. 491, Michael Thomasma, 37, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:28:56 58. 48, Hassen Berry, 36, Dearborn Heights, MI, 2:29:08 59. 78, Tom Buday, 37, Powell, OH, 2:29:28 60. 32, Steve Bassett, 34, Waterford, MI, Hot Dog Racing... Wheeeee!, 2:31:18 61. 601, Kevin Limsavanh, 37, Holland, MI, My Wife, 2:32:17 62. 305, Shawn Macinnis, 37, Kalamazoo, MI, 2:33:27 63. 51, Steve Biedron, 37, Chicago, IL, 2:34:21 64. 187, Steve Gray, 39, Middleville, MI, The Motion Initiative, 2:37:28 65. 277, Kiran Krishnan, 34, Bolingbrook, IL, xXx Racing, 2:38:30 66. 15, Brian Atkins, 37, Marshall, MI, 2:40:11 67. 637, Eric Smith, 39, Kent City, MI, The Motion Initiative, 2:44:47 68. 496, Tom Townsend, 38, Grand Rapids, MI, RWRace, 2:49:48 69. 436, Steve Sevoc, 40, Berkley, MI, 2:54:48 70. 503, Glenn Valdez, 34, Grand Rapids, MI, 3:17:34 71. 727, Samuel Whetstone, 35, Lansing, MI, 3:48:31 Sport Men 40-49 -- 1. 106, Terry Collins, 42, West Olive, MI, Club Jade, 1:59:45 2. 200, Chris Hansen, 43, Gaylord, MI, 2:00:07 3. 670, Tim Faas, 48, Farmington, MI, Wolverine Sport Club, 2:01:29 4. 505, Ron Van Diepen, 48, Ann Arbor, MI, 2:01:48 5. 62, Rick Borns, 44, Spring Lake, MI, West Coast Riders, 2:01:50 6. 493, David Thornton, 47, Erie, PA, 2:01:51 7. 686, Joe Fulsher, 44, Washington, MI, J-Tree, 2:01:51 8. 46, John Beranek, 44, Ann Arbor, MI, 2:04:03 9. 92, Dominic Casey, 44, Chicago, IL, Ce Four, 2:05:21 10. 296, Kim Lee, 49, Ada, MI, Rapid Wheelmen, 2:06:01 11. 186, Rob Grainger, 47, Mattawan, MI, Team Taylor, 2:06:17 12. 549, Peter Worden, 46, Traverse City, MI, Hagerty, 2:06:36 13. 326, PaulBrian McInerney, 40, Chicago, IL, Half Acre Cycling, 2:06:52 14. 12, Randy Arellano, 40, Dearborn, MI, Midwest Cycling Group presented by, 2:07:12 15. 682, Hal Folk, 48, Concord, MI, On Two Wheels, 2:07:47 16. 634, Neal Blatt, 40, Ann Arbor, MI, Trails-Edge, 2:08:19 17. 647, Adriano Rosa, 46, Caledonia, MI, 2:08:20 18. 194, Talbot Hack, 48, Ann Arbor, MI, 2:08:35 19. 523, David Walters, 41, Battle Creek, MI, Custer Cyclrey, 2:10:04 20. 519, Martin Waalkes, 48, Ada, MI, Waalkes Sports, 2:10:06 21. 411, Robert Roop, 40, Grayslake, IL, North Branch, 2:10:41 22. 74, Tony Bruce, 48, Leonard, MI, 2:10:42 23. 289, Chris Lamb, 50, Erie, PA, wellness extension/PICC, 2:11:27 24. 160, Frank Foley, 45, Portage, MI, 2:12:00 25. 432, Brian Segal, 42, Louisville, KY, Rogue Racing Project, 2:12:03 26. 98, Michael Claucherty, 48, Haslett, MI, 2:12:25 27. 39, Tony Behm, 47, Erie, PA, Team 53x11, 2:12:35 28. 3, Scott Adema, 44, Commerce, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 2:13:36 29. 206, Craig Hays, 47, Holland, MI, Cross Country Cycle, 2:13:55 30. 655, Dennis Jensen, 43, Rockford, MI, 2:14:28 31. 137, James Depree, 42, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:15:58 32. 146, Paul Emenheiser, 40, Kalamazoo, MI, Gazelle Sports, 2:17:19 33. 37, Jerry Behl, 49, Grandville, MI, Rapid Wheelmen, 2:18:06 34. 532, Donald Whitacre, 43, Ann Arbor, MI, Team Riddler, 2:19:33 35. 610, Thomas Wittman, 48, Glen Ellyn, IL, Bellum Racing, 2:20:11 36. 152, Michael Fehrenbach, 42, Grandville, MI, Team Half-Fast, 2:20:24 37. 204, David Hauschild, 50, Kalamazoo, MI, Kalamazoo Bicycle Club, 2:20:45 38. 124, Alan E Dahl, 46, Kalamazoo, MI, 2:20:48 39. 679, Doug Bradley, 45, Ann Arbor, MI, Wheels in Motion, 2:21:41 40. 185, Tyler Graham, 45, Oak Park, IL, 2:22:01 41. 409, Doug Roemer, 41, Lousville, KY, Rogue Racing Project - 502, 2:22:49 42. 552, Nick Yetter, 43, Kalamazoo, MI, Team Taylor, 2:23:29 43. 723, Ted Agnew, 40, Owosso, MI, House of Wheels, 2:23:44 44. 343, Jack Miner, 48, West Bloomfield, MI, Team Active Racing, 2:23:57 45. 543, K. Perry Wolfe, 43, Kalamazoo, MI, Gazelle Sports, 2:24:42 46. 216, Kevin Hieber, 42, Elkhart, IN, xXx Racing AthletiCo, 2:25:00 47. 669, Steve Kelly, 43, Saint Louis, MI, Terry's Cycle, 2:25:58 48. 459, Kevin Stacey, 41, Hudsonville, MI, 2:27:58 49. 574, David Kibler, 40, Holland, MI, 2:28:49 50. 269, Kurt Kobiljak, 44, Grosse Ile, MI, 2:31:12 51. 469, Robert Stoner, 43, Portage, MI, Billy's Bike Shop, 2:31:26 52. 464, Bill Stevens, 45, Grand Rapids, MI, high gear racing, 2:32:13 53. 623, Mike Birkett, 41, Huntington Woods, MI, Team Mongo, 2:32:16 54. 441, Nick Shue, 44, Mt Clemens, MI, Trails Edge Racing, 2:32:46 55. 570, Brian Curtis, 47, Wyoming, MI, 2:32:49 56. 499, Lee Tremp, 41, Marysville, MI, Team Sandbag, 2:34:31 57. 424, Steven Schilling, 43, Chicago, IL, Team Mack Racing, 2:35:54 58. 617, Tim Russful, 48, Kalamazoo, MI, 2:37:03 59. 183, Eric Graetzel, 48, Brighton, MI, 2:37:27 60. 125, Scott Daigle, 41, Mount Pleasant, MI, Rapid Wheelmen, 2:38:34 61. 33, Marshall Battani, 49, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:39:16 62. 678, Michael Guter, 40, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:40:11 63. 2, Tony Achacon, 47, Livonia, MI, Michigan Pinoy Mountain Bikers Asso, 2:41:00 64. 121, Christopher Cumming, 45, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:43:24 65. 645, Dan Fedewa, 46, Grand Ledge, MI, Eric's Cycle, 2:43:35 66. 672, Jim Lovett,. Northville, MI, Racing Greyhounds, 2:46:05 67. 35, Tim Bayer, 42, Grand Rapids, MI, Dirty Tuesdays, 2:47:11 68. 222, Greg Hofmann, 42, Ada, MI, Innovation Health, 2:47:11 69. 707, David Tippy, 42, Ann Arbor, MI, 2:55:15 70. 397, Mick Raich, 50, Palmyra, MI, 2:59:52 71. 416, Bob Rulison, 44, Vermontville, MI, 3:01:29 72. 301, Jon Looman, 47, Holt, MI, 3:16:14 Sport Men 50+ -- 1. 591, Chuck Grzanka, 58, Grand Rapids, MI, Priority Health cycling Team, 1:57:33 2. 622, John Sotir, 51, Franklin, MI, Mongo, 2:01:50 3. 659, Cliff Dihman, 50, Elkhart, IN, Profrom Bike Shop, 2:03:39 4. 132, Brad Dejonge, 50, Hudsonville, MI, Zippy Ditch Riders, 2:03:47 5. 402, Eric Rennie, 52, Spring Lake, MI, Strive Engineering, 2:04:02 6. 65, Lee Boughner, 53, Grand Rapids, MI, Rapid Wheelmen, 2:04:02 7. 29, Christopher Barnes, 51, Portage, MI, KBC Racing, 2:07:41 8. 181, Dave Gordon, 54, Evanston, IL, Ce::Four Cycling Chicago, 2:09:37 9. 44, Brad Bennett, 53, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:10:13 10. 429, Jeffrey Scofield, 50, Edmore, MI, Rapid Wheelmen, 2:14:29 11. 581, Bill Braum, 50, Kalamazoo, MI, Priority Health Cycling Team, 2:15:02 12. 453, Dean Sontag, 52, Lake Bluff, IL, CeFour, 2:15:58 13. 422, Rob Schell, 55, Kalamazoo, MI, 2:17:14 14. 351, Steven Muenzenmeyer, 51, Grand Rapids, MI, Team V, 2:17:49 15. 274, John Kowalczyk, 54, Jenison, MI, RapidWheelmen, 2:18:31 16. 584, Jon Chambers, 50, Sparta, MI, 2:18:58 17. 188, Christopher Greene, 63, Terre Haute, IN, 2:23:18 18. 657, Daniel Tompkins, 52, Kalamazoo, MI, Custer Cyclery, 2:23:37 19. 646, Barry Edwards, 58, Eaton Rapids, MI, 2:26:12 20. 108, Greg Cook, 61, Pinckney, MI, 2:27:04 21. 421, Niel Scharphorn, 68, Grant, MI, Cross Country Cycle, 2:28:12 22. 449, Barry Snellgrove, 52, Dexter, MI, 2:28:15 23. 81, Randy Bultman, 58, Zeeland, MN, 2:28:49 24. 498, Gary Trap, 58, Wyoming, MI, Rapid Wheelmen, 2:34:30 25. 193, Brian Gurd, 52, Lowell, MI, 2:35:55 26. 141, Jim Donaldson, 67, Sylvania, OH, Elite Endeavors, 2:37:26 27. 531, James Whinery, 54, Lowell, MI, 2:37:28 28. 294, Al Lauland, 57, Fair Haven, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 2:38:01 29. 327, Dave McIntee, 57, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:38:34 30. 442, Mark Sibel, 58, Pontiac, MI, RBS, 2:39:17 31. 688, John Schneider, 59, Wayland, MI, 2:43:45 32. 79, Brian Bueche, 53, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:45:00 33. 97, Thomas Clarke, 57, Aurora, IL, N/A, 2:45:05 34. 82, Frederick Bunge, 51, Sylvania, OH, 2:48:31 35. 494, Dan Tift, 55, Ada, MO, 2:49:07 36. 145, Bob Eckhardt, 61, Livonia, MI, Trails-Edge.Com, 2:49:41 37. 715, Chris Curtis, 40, Sparta, MI, Trailhead Bike, 2:53:29 38. 72, Mike Brouwer, 59, Ada, MI, 2:53:59 39. 31, Brian Bartzen, 52, Battle Creek, MI, CUSTER CYCLERY, 3:03:12 40. 66, Richard Bowling, 57, Plymouth, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 3:11:57 41. 111, Robert Costello, 50, Sterling Heights, MI, Trail's Edge, 3:24:18 42. 390, Michael Pominville, 51, Livonia, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 3:26:17 43. 423, Karl Schilling, 67, Beloit, WI, Team Mack, 3:35:31 Sport Women 16-34 -- 1. 648, Kattie Carpenter, 29, Caledonia, MI, Striders & GR Bikes, 2:19:33 2. 684, Lacey Jones, 26, Lansing, MI, Bush League Bike Mafia, 2:34:28 3. 674, Abby Martin, 26, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:38:18 4. 534, Arianne Whittaker, 31, Traverse City, MI, Hagerty Racing, 2:39:12 5. 497, Ariel Trader, 26, Chicago, IL, Half Acre Cycling, 2:48:46 6. 712, Amy Berg, 34, Portage, MI, Trikats, 3:11:48 7. 330, Cara McNamee, 28, Lansing, MI, Bush League Bike Mafia, 3:29:49 Sport Women 35+ -- 1. 150, Kathy Everts, 35, Hudsonville, MI, Real Women Tri, 2:12:55 2. 367, Kristen Over, 41, Chicago, IL, 2CC/ Killjoy, 2:13:47 3. 281, Heather Kubiak, 47, Grand Rapids, MI, Fusion - RCV, 2:23:41 4. 480, Marnie Tencate, 44, Ada, MI, 2:31:09 5. 272, Laura Korienek, 38, Grandville, MI, Real Women Tri/ Chicago Dr Cycling, 2:31:24 6. 593, Amy Haney, 43, Rockford, MI, Real Women Tri, 2:34:05 7. 350, Jennifer Mosley, 36, Chicago, IL, Half Acre Cycling, 2:35:33 8. 347, Tammy Moran, 40, Jenison, MI, Real Women Tri/Chicago Drive Cyclin, 2:35:53 9. 624, Kristi Heuvers, 37, Troy,. Trail's Edge, 2:43:55 10. 440, Martha Shue, 35, Mount Clemens, MI, Trails Edge Cyclery, 3:24:20 Sport Single Speed 1. 228, Jason Huls, 36, Belmont, MI, 2:02:01 2. 705, Sean Fitzpatrick, 28, Chicago, IL, Half Acre Cycling, 2:03:36 3. 510, David Vannette, 26, Ann Arbor, MI, Ann Arbor Velo Club, 2:04:04 4. 127, Charlie Robertson, 62, Hudsonville, MI, Combined Race Age=127, 2:06:10 5. 631, Mike Neeley, 43,. OFF Comber Racing/Kentwood Cycling, 2:08:32 6. 292, Jeff Laprad, 48, Ludington, MI, trail head bike shop, 2:09:01 7. 76, David Bucholtz, 43, Traverse City, MI, Brick Wheels, 2:11:35 8. 218, William Hill, 32, Grand Rapids, MI, Rochester Bike Shop/Lewerenz Medica, 2:13:35 9. 618, Thomas Wideman, 46,. 2:17:47 10. 473, Wayne Stroope, 49, Oxford, MI, RBS, 2:17:49 11. 13, Joshua Arends, 30, Chicago, IL, Half Acre Cycling, 2:17:53 12. 262, James Kimball, 42, Berkley, MI, 2:18:58 13. 57, Tim Bochenek, 39, Holland, MI, Fusion IT/RCV, 2:19:12 14. 56, Jeff Bliss, 40, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:19:21 15. 201, Mark Harding, 41, Oxford, MI, Rochester Bike Shop, 2:19:59 16. 117, Tom Crimp, 43, Rockford, MI, AUXILIARY Racing, 2:21:41 17. 208, Timothy Hejny, 33, Joliet, IL, 2:24:00 18. 562, Eric Newton, 24, Grand Rapids, MI, 2:24:01 19. 7, Mark Allen, 49, Hastings, MI, TNR, 2:26:02 20. 478, Sue Swiger, 32, Grand Rapids, MI, founders/alger racing, 2:28:35 21. 438, Damien Sheppard, 28, Lansing, MI, 2:35:41 22. 719, Edward Colson, 34, Lyons, IL, 2:44:22 23. 110, Jeff Cooper, 41, Royal Oak, MI, Team Hot Dog... Wheeee, 2:46:29 Expert Single Speed 1. 11, Steve Andriese, 45, Traverse City, MI, Hagerty Racing, 1:47:11 2. 223, Brett Hoover, 41, Goshen, IN, Spin Zone / Industry Nine, 1:51:23 3. 540, Michael Wissink, 41, Walled Lake, MI, Specialized, 1:52:52 4. 420, Ron Sanborn, 48, Traverse City, MI, Mclain Cycle & Fitness, 1:54:36 5. 563, Mike Van Houten, 49, Grand Rapids, MI, 1:55:12 6. 431, Michael Seaman, 46, Mt. Pleasant, MI, Specialized, 1:55:45 7. 435, Terry Sensiba, 45, Middleville, MI, Fusion IT / RCV, 1:56:30 8. 109, Wayne Cook, 41, Clinton Twp., MI, Team Fraser/Specialized, 1:57:15 9. 93, Scott Chambers, 39, Grand Rapids, MI, Twin Six/Kenda, 1:58:51 10. 521, Jorden Wakeley, 20, Grayling, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 1:59:07 11. 654, David Toutant, 42, Grosse Pointe, MI, Wolverine Sport Club, 2:00:39 12. 641, Ryan Olthouse, 31, Grand Rapids, MI, Velocity, 2:02:19 13. 285, Stephen Kunnath, 40, Grand Rapids, MI, Ada Bike Cycling Club, 2:02:53 14. 638, Jake Ellis, 24, Traverse City, MI, 2:03:45 15. 199, Brian Hancock, 27, Alma, MI, Specialized, 2:04:09 16. 694, Zak Dieringer, 39, Lakewood, OH, SPIN, A group of cyclists pedal down Little Pine Lake Road during Saturday’s BarryRoubiax Road Race, which covered more than 30 miles of dirt and gravel roads east of Gun Lake. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 2:05:21 17. 225, Steven Howard, 23, Grand Rapids, MI, Shire Cereal Gobblers, 2:05:33 18. 643, Jeff Jacobi,. Grand Rapids, MI, Founder's Ale/Alger Cycle, 2:06:42 19. 291, Thomas Landry, 34, Spring Lake, MI, 2:08:34 20. 607, Dave De Maegd, 38, South Bend, IN, 2:14:23 21. 522, Eric Wallace, 45, Marshall, MI, Team Active Racing, 2:18:36 22. 340, Luke Miller, 28, Kalamazoo, MI, Priority Health, 2:20:11 23. 406, Kathy RocheWallace, 49, Marshall, MI, Team Active Racing, 2:22:51 24. 103, Daniel Cole, 36, Kalamazoo, MI, Breakaway Bicycle & Fitness, 2:24:16 Expert Fixie -- 1. 282, Joe Kucharski, 43, Portage, MI, Priority Health Cycling Team, 1:56:43 2. 546, Jeff Wood, 42, Royal Oak, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 2:05:02 3. 396, Jimmy Raggett, 33, Ann Arbor, MI, University of Michigan, 2:06:08 4. 249, Jay Jones, 50, Clarkston, MI, cycletherapyracing.com, 2:08:13 5. 548, Mike Woods, 27, Lansing, MI, RACING GREYHOUNDS, 2:16:39 6. 264, Pieter Kleymeer, 29, Ann Arbor, MI, 2:28:08 Sport/Expert Tandem -- 1. 240, Niel Sharphorn & Jody Beard, Niel & Jody Team Shake-N-Bake, 1:54:39 2. 336, Kaat Tahy & Mike Clark, Velo City Cycles/Hup United, 2:06:19 3. 235, David Staublin & Jeff Festian, Rapid Wheelmen, 2:10:22 4. 172, David Hintz & Gavin Johnson, Auxiliary Racing, 2:14:49 5. 241, Kevin Steely & John Richardson, High Gear Sports, 2:19:14 6. 315, Jeff Stanton & Marty Minka, Troy Lee-Honda-Billys Bike Shop, 2:27:16 7. 236, Eric Schmidt & Jen Schmidt, Team Schmidt, 2:30:31 8. 230, Mark Bonner & James Bonner, Coupla Tall Boys, 2:35:36 65-Mile Results Elite Men -- 1. 184, Derek Graham, 30, Grand Rapids, MI, BISSELL/ABG, 3:19:25 2. 8, Mike Anderson, 21, Alpena, MI, Gary Fisher/SRAM, 3:21:07 3. 514, Clint Verran, 35, Lake Orion, MI, Paint Creek Bicycles, 3:26:32 4. 136, Stephen Dempsey, 26, Brighton, MI, Bells, 3:26:36 5. 231, Dan Jansen, 38, Grand Rapids, MI, Farm Team Racing, 3:26:52 6. 276, Chris Kreple, 36, Holland, MI, HUP United, 3:26:56 7. 720, Jimmi Mc Murray, 45, Grand Rapids, MI, Team Recycling, 3:26:57 8. 701, Michael Cook, 30, Granger, IN, Pro Form Racing, 3:26:57 9. 214, Robert Herriman, 50, Royal Oak, MI, GARY FISHER 29ER CREW/WSC/ACFSTORES, 3:26:57 10. 303, Jason Lummis, 39, Pinckney, MI, Bells Brewery/Quiring Cycles, 3:26:59 11. 515, Nate Versluis, 45, Grand Rapids, MI, Farm Team Racing, 3:27:00 12. 346, Jay Moncel, 36, Troy, MI, Wolverine Racing ACF, 3:27:00 13. 714, Bryan Mc Vey, 25, Arlington Heights, IL, Recycling p/b Ascension, 3:27:00 14. 524, Craig Webb, 50, Dimondale, MI, Hagerty Racing, 3:27:00 15. 156, Tim Finkel, 31, Royal Oak, MI, Gary Fisher 29er Crew/WSC/ACFstores, 3:27:01 16. 209, Michael Hemme, 31, Chicago, IL, Half Acre, 3:27:02 17. 656, Nathan Williams, 29, Grand Rapids, MI, Bissell/ABG, 3:29:50 18. 288, Daniel Lam, 35, Kalamazoo, MI, Priority Health Cycling Team, 3:29:52 19. 658, Jason Boynton, 32, Ypsilanti, MI, Team Wheel and Sprochet, 3:34:12 20. 580, Eric Przepierski, 30, Wellness Extension/FLSG.net, 3:35:51 21. 283, Greg Kuhn, 33, Sterling Hieghts, MI, Team Fraser, 3:36:06 22. 131, Michael Dega, 45, Farmington Hills, MI, Cadieux BC / Team 02, 3:36:36 23. 630, Tom Linck, 43, Ada, MI, Priority Health Cycling Team, 3:36:37 24. 104, Scott Cole, 46, Stevens Point, WI, Adventure 212/Specialized, 3:38:02 25. 616, Shawn Davison, 31, Grand Rapids, MI, farm team Racing, 3:38:44 26. 559, Alan Zoltowski, 45, Canton, MI, Team Giant Michigan, 3:38:52 27. 271, Dan Korienek, 38, Grandville, MI, Leadout Racing/Chicago Dr. Cycle, 3:38:53 28. 357, Adam Naish, 34, Rochester, MI, RBS Cycling Team, 3:39:09 29. 45, Jonathan Bennett, 41, Royal Oak, MI, Team Mongo, 3:39:11 30. 176, Craig Gietzen, 46, Rockford, MI, Priority Health, 3:40:13 31. 86, Benjamin Caldwell, 42, Whitmore Lk, MI, Aberdeen Bike, 3:40:48 32. 405, Terry Ritter, 44, Royal Oak, MI, Team GIANT - Michigan, 3:40:48 33. 611, Tony Gwin, 42, Waterville, OH, Maumee Valley Wheelman, 3:40:50 34. 560, Aaron Zuelke, 34, Grand Haven, MI, Breakaway Bicycles, 3:40:52 35. 462, Rich Stark, 44, Ann Arbor, MI, Two Wheel Tango/Morgan & York, 3:43:28 36. 450, Rick Snow, 42, Macomb, MI, Team Giant, 3:45:06 37. 67, Rodger Bowser, 35, Ann Arbor, MI, two wheel tango/AAVC, 3:49:22 38. 609, Stefano Frascaroli, 39, Grosse Ile, MI, Grosse Ile Flayers, 3:49:54 39. 412, Jan Roubal, 29, Sault Ste Marie, ON, velorution, 3:50:31 40. 452, Dan Socie, 42, East Grand Rapids, MI, Leadout Racing, 3:50:34 41. 512, Matt Verona, 24, Brighton, MI, WSC / ACF, 3:50:35 42. 566, Denny Yunk, 35, Milwaukee, WI, CZ Velo, 3:54:45 43. 685, Matt Craig, 24, Pinckney, MI, Thepedalstop,com, 3:55:30 44. 649, Mitch Moen, 33, Lombard, IL, R. 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Runs were easy to come by, as the Saxons outscored the Lions 16-2 and 13-3 in the two contests. The runs didn’t come right away through. Maple Valley led game one 1-0 until the top of the fourth, when the Saxons put six on the scoreboard with the help of a couple Maple Valley errors, a couple walks, and a two-run double off the bat of Morgan Stowe. The Saxons ended the game in the fifth inning with ten more runs, on several walks as well as hits from Alex Wendorf and Heather Gdula. Saxon pitcher Tara Harding shut down Maple Valley’s hitters to earn her second win of the season, striking out six, walking one, and allowing just four hits. Hastings broke a 2-2 tie in the bottom of the third with eight runs. Shelby Roush, Harding, and Gdula all reached to load the bases, then Sydney Pierce drove in the first two Saxon runs of the rally with a single. Christa Mathis later added a three-run double, and Stowe had an RBI double of her own in the inning. A Brooke Blair single drove in another run for the Saxons in the fourth Stowe’s second double of the game, an RBI single from Harding, and a Lion error allowed the final two Saxon runs to score in the fifth. Mathis, in her first start on the mound, pitched the full five innings allowing six hits while striking out two and walking two. The Saxons split a double header with Plainwell last Wednesday to open the season. Hastings won game one 3-1 behind a solid pitching performance from Harding, who allowed just one hit and struck out five Harding and Plainwell pitcher Cari DenHarder battled it out as neither pitcher allowed a run through the first three innings. Plainwell pushed the game’ s first run across in the top of the fourth on a pair of walks and a base hit. Hastings would score all three of its runs in the fifth inning. Gdula started the inning with a line-drive double into the gap in right center field. Wendorf then tied the game up with an RBI single. Mathis followed with the big hit of the game, lining a ball just inside the right field line that rolled all the way to the fence. Mathis used her speed on the base paths to beat the relay throws and slide just under the tag for an inside the park home run. Katie DeVries and Wendorf finished the game with two hits each for the Saxons. In game two, the Plainwell bats came alive as they pounded out ten hits to score 11 runs and gain a split in the double header, winning by a score of 11 to 1. Roush started the second inning with a double and advanced to third on a ground out off the bat of Harding, and scored Hastings’ lone run on a passed ball. Stowe, Harding and Brandy Gorodenski also had hits in the game for the Saxons. �Page 16 — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Bowling Scores Sunday Night Mixed Sandbaggers 76 1/2; Sunday Snoozers 64 1/2; Skabbs 63; Pinchasers 62 1/2; Late Arrivals 62; Lanes Divided 61; Shelly’s Country Daycare 61; Funky Bowlers 61; Team Ate 60; Straight Liners 54; The Heath Gang 49 1/2. Women’s Good Games and Series - M. Daniel 209-614; B. Heath 174-447; N. Mroz 208; S. Vandenburg 202; N. Shafer 193; A. Hubbell 179; B. James 176; D. Roberts 158; M. Olin 152. Men’s Good Games and Series - S. Olin 256-648; B. Churchill 220-597; J. Haner 224595; S. Farlee 210-548; S. Wilkins 187-491; JJ Britten 181-455; M. Bassett 144-369; DJ James 235; M. Eaton 233; J. Mroz 232; A. Miller 211; E. Bartlett 201; B. Heath 199; T. Cooley 194. M. Rodgers 169-435; K. Eberly 173; D. Snyder 182; T. Christopher 211; K. Fowler 220-530; S. Dunham 163; P. Fowler 159-446. Senior Citizens Butterfingers 69.5-42.5; Usedtobe #1 67.544.5; Three Gals and a Guy 64-48; Just Having Fun 61-51; Kuempel 59-53; Sun Risers 57.5-54.5; Ward’s Friends 53-59; Be Happy 52-56*; King Pins 51.5-56.5*; Early Risers 48.5-63.5; M&M’s 45-67; Just Friends 39.5-72.5. *Games to be made up. Women’s Good Games and Series - L. Friend 128-312; E. Moore 149-410; R. Pitts 155-414; M. Kleinbrink 141-383; B. Benedict 155; M. Wieland 166; S. Patch 226-541; Y. Cheeseman 169; J. Gasper 214-579; S. Merrill 232-575; B. Maker 155; N. Bechtel 163-454; Y. Markley 157-452; R. Murphy 219-570; N. Boniface 181-498. Men’s Good Games and Series - R. Obreiter 184; G. Waggoner 181; B. Akers 188; W. Mallekoote 186; P. Gasper 188-540; R. Walker 191-483; K. Schantz 168-501; G. Forbey 154; L. Markley 154-431; R. Boniface 189; C. Purdum Sr. 205-596. Friday Night Mixed Matt’s Bunch 70; Shirlee N’ Family 63; Spencers Towing and Tire 63; Ten Pins 59 1/2; 9 n-a-Wiggle 57 1/2; Part Time 57; Heads Out 55; Dum Schitz 51; Haldan 49; All But One 48; Team #13 46; The 4 B’s 46; Oldies But Goodies 42; Spare Tie 41. Women’s Good Games and Series - K. Becker 234-611; M. Heath 214-569; D. James 213-549; O. Gillons 167-456; J. Bowman 150-389; F. Bell 213; L. Potter 212; B. Roush 176; K. Kuhlman 172; B. Brietner 163; E. Johnson 161; K. Matthews 142. Men’s Good Games and Series - B. Taylor 244-671; A. Miller 266-663; B. Bowman 221629; J. Smith 195-577; M. Kasinsky 203-567; S. Abbott 145-411; M. Eaton 247; J. Wanland 235; M. McKee 224; J. Barnum 213; R. Chaffee 213; M. Hall 199. Wednesday P.M. Hair Care 70-46; Four Pals 67-49; Eye and ENT 63.5-52.5; Mill’s Landing 59-57; The River 52.5-63.5; NBT 36-80. Good Games and Series - S. Drake 172442; Y. Cheeseman 175; A. Tasker 144; D. Huver 167; N. Boniface 189-512; D. Seeber 180-507; L. Friend 115; R. 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Good while supplies last. We reserve the right to limit quantities. MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:30 TO 5:00 • SATURDAY 8:30 TO 1:00 Entire infield returns for DK softball by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Who’s on first? Shelly NeSmith, the same girl as last year. What’s the name of the girl on second? It’s Kami McCowan, the same as last year. In fact, the entire infield returns for the Delton Kellogg varsity softball team this spring. That pair returns on the right side, with Katie Marshall back at shortstop and Taylor Blacken at third base on the left. Catcher Amber Sauers returns as well. When Blacken isn’t at third she’ll be sharing the pitching duties with freshman Brooke Martin who’ll also see time at third. Who’s in the outfield will be a little bit tougher question to answer for head coach Kelly Yoder and the Panthers. Sophomore Cassandra Coplin, and junior Breanna Calhoun are two of the girls battling for spots out there. Another key newcomer is freshman Mallory Sewell, who’ll see most of her time at catcher or first base. “We will, in time, be a better hitting team than last year,” Yoder said. “We are more athletic.” The Delton Kellogg girls return from spring break to face Gull Lake in a double header at home April 13, then open the Kalamazoo Valley Association season at Parchment April 16. Olivet and Kalamazoo Christian will once again be the teams to beat in the KVA. Both those teams won district championships in Kami McCowan Division 3 a year ago. Delton gets to host both teams this season, playing a double header against the Comets April 23, and a double header with the Eagles May 18. DK soccer team’s bench will be full by Brett Bremer Sports Editor There are almost enough girls out for soccer that Delton Kellogg can field a varsity and a junior varsity squad. Almost. The Panther varsity will have a roster of 25 players this spring. Head coach Tracy Webster said that it is her hope that the program will be able to add a JV team in the near future. For now a large group of incoming freshmen will work on mixing with the handful of returning letter winners for Delton. Cara Phelps, Lauren Knollenberg, and Anna Goldsworthy were all all-conference performers in the Kalamazoo Valley Association last season. Goldsworthy returns to the goal for the Panthers, with Phelps leading the defense in front of her. Knollenberg returns to lead the Panther offense along with senior forward Taylor Peavey and junior forward Taylor Hennessey. Webster said her team is “stacked with speed and quickness”, and that it will be anchored by its “passing skills and offensive outlook on the field.” A number of the incoming freshmen will need to be key contributors. Webster is expecting solid play from midfielders Brianna Russell, Jaime Risner, and Tabitha Nguyen and defender Christi Boze. “Communication and learning each other’s styles of play will be key in developing a stronger team,” Webster said. The Panthers are hoping to move up into Anna Goldsworthy the top third of the KVA this season, after a fifth place finish a year ago. They’ll still be chasing the likes of perennial powers Hackett Catholic Central and Kalamazoo Christian. The league season begins after spring break, as the Panthers host Parchment April 15. They’ll follow that up by playing in the Otsego Tournament Saturday April 17. Delton girls team is not very deep by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The senior season for Delton Kellogg’s senior dynamic duo of Hannah Williams and Katie Searles starts the Tuesday after spring break. Delton’s varsity girls’ track and field team opens the season with its first Kalamazoo Valley Association dual, at Olivet April 13. That pair finished third and fourth respectively in the 300-meter low hurdles at the Division 3 State Finals last spring, scoring all 11 of the team’s points at the event. They also teamed up with current sophomores Jolene Drum and Andrea Polley to race in the 1600meter relay at the finals. Searles was the KVA champion in the 100meter hurdles as well last season, and that 1600-meter relay team won a league championship as well. “We have some great athletes but we are not deep,” said head coach Jim Gibson. “We need to stay healthy to have a good season. If we do, it’s hard to tell where we finish. If not, it will be hard to finish in the top half.” The Delton girls will look to match or improve upon their third place finish at the KVA meet from a season ago. The league schedule looks a bit different this spring, with each team running duals against five of the other teams in the league and then taking part in two five-team league jamborees before the league championship meet at the end of the year. The Panthers will be home for the first time this season when they host Kalamazoo Christian for a league dual April 20. They’ll also get to host one of the league jamborees, May 18. Williams and Searles aren’t the Panthers only talented hurdlers and sprinters. Sophomore Andrea Polley returns as well. Other key returnees include sophomores Courtenay Dirks and Adrianna Culbert, junior Avery Blackburn, and seniors McKenzie Lester and Sam Reed in the throws, sophomore Kelsey Sofia in the middle distance races, and junior Amanda Mikolajczyk in the jumps. Hannah Williams Rachael Parker, a freshmen, could be a key addition in the middle distance races. The Panthers aren’t deep, but will have to make up for a lack of distance runners somewhere. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — Page 17 Returnees need to be good leaders for Panthers by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Panthers could field a team of new varsity players. Delton Kellogg’s varsity baseball team has nine new players on it this season, leaving head coach Bill Humphrey with a rather inexperienced group. “How we adjust to the higher level of competition will be a key component to any success we achieve,” Humphrey said. “To this end, we will need strong leadership from our returning lettermen.” That group of returnees includes seniors Chris Horrocks, Brad Meyers, Cody Warner, Gavin Brinley, and junior Jeff Bissett. Bissett, Meyers, and Horrocks will all see time on the mound. Horrocks will be at short when he’s not pitching, but many of the other spots were still up in the air as the start of the season neared. The rest of them could be in multiple positions, including the infield, outfield, and behind the plate. Humphrey is still sorting out the best spots for the newcomers as well. The list All-KVA performer Wandell returns to lead Delton golf by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Delton Kellogg varsity boys’ golf team will be younger than expected, with a couple athletes who are out for the season. “I have no idea what to expect,” said head coach Kent Enyart, who is entering his 20th season leading the program. “I just look forward to working with a lot of young players and bettering ourselves for the future.” A couple of the youngsters already have a past with the varsity squad. Sophomore Mitchell Wandell returns to lead the Panther team. He was All-KVA as a freshman. Also back is sophomore Tyler Vining who spent some time with the varsity last spring. Junior Nick Blincoe, sophomores Kasey Braska and Adam Farah, and freshmen Zach Simon and Cody Worm will be the ones battling for the couple remaining varsity spots behind the two returning sophomores. The Panthers finished fourth in the Kalamazoo Valley Association a year ago, and qualified as a team for the regional round of the state tournament. Matching those performances would likely mean it was a successful season for the inexperienced Delton team. League play starts April 16, when Delton travels to Marywood Golf Course to take on Pennfield and Parchment. The Delton boys were scheduled to open their season at Mullenhurst yesterday afternoon against Thornapple Kellogg. Delton returns from spring break April 14, when it hosts its own DK Invitational. Be a “SPORTS NUT” and keep informed on all the scores and accomplishments of local athletes. Read The BANNER! by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Third in the Kalamazoo Valley Association is where the Delton Kellogg varsity boys’ track and field team finished the 2009 season. That is not where the Panthers want to be. “After finishing a disappointing third place in the KVA last season, we would like to establish Delton Kellogg as the team to beat in the KVA,” said head coach Dale Grimes. “We are returning the majority of our leading scorers from last year, so we are hoping to improve on our KVA, county, and regional standings from 2009.” The list of top returning scorers includes senior Matt Ingle, who was ninth at the Division 3 State Finals in the pole vault last spring and 11th in the 300meter intermediate hurdles. Tyler Bourdo and Jordan Bourdo return in the 800 and the jumps, and Jordan will also be a solid competitor in the 400meter dash. Trevor Curtice returns in the throws, Adam May in the sprints, and Nick Rendon, Ryan Watson, and Brandon Humphreys in the distance races. Other returning seniors include Chris Dybalski in the distance races, Janson Fluty in the throws, Jake Homister in the jumps, and Jon Kelley in the pole vault and hurdles. The rest of the returning letter winners are juniors Ryan Hoeberling, Nolan Smith, Connor Stewart, and sophomores Austin Ketola and Connor Wolschleger. “This group of freshmen has already show to be very hard working,” Grimes said. “Several of these kids will be contributing to the points column in different events this season, and will have a significant impact on the ultimate success of the team.” Freshmen aren’t the only newcomers. Seniors John Meyers, Jake Rhoda, and David Dalm will compete in the throws, and Thiago Lima will contribute in the sprints and high jump. Junior David Dempsey will race in the sprints and be in the throwing events. 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M-43 Hwy, Delton 623-6301 www.deweyschrysler.com �Page 18 — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Saxons expect to have some web gems in 2010 by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Saxons double play duo of Dylan Downs and Matt Feldpausch committed just six errors in the infield last season for the Saxons. Downs at second and Feldpausch at short stop will anchor the infield for what head coach Marsh Evans is calling “as good a defensive team as we have had.” Nick Wallace, the Saxons’ returning center fielder, didn’t commit a single error last year. They can hit a little bit too. Downs returns to the lead-off spot, where he hit .342 last spring, and had a .509 on base percentage. Feldpausch hit .298 last year. Wallace hit .309 with 20 RBI. Also back are third baseman Tim Hanlon, pitcher Eric Pettengill, and first baseman Zach Passmore who both hit over .300 last season. The top returning average belongs to Riley McLean, who hit .420 last season, and had ten extra base hits and 33 RBI. He was named first team all-conference in the O-K Gold for the second season in a row. He’s also the Saxons’ top returning pitcher. He was 8-3 in 2009, with a 2.93 ERA. It’s a solid group on the mound. Feldpausch will pitch some, as will Pettengill, and Hanlon. “They know how to play the game,” Evans said. “This group has played a lot of ball over the last two or three seasons, and throughout the summers. They understand what it takes to win.” Wallace leads a young outfield, as juniors Mitchell Brisboe, Eric Kendall, Tyler DeWitt, Alex Auer, and Shane Madden are all battling for positions out there. Another key newcomer is first baseman Kevin Maurer. The Saxons are already off to a 4-0 start to the season, sweeping double headers with Maple Valley and Plainwell to start the year. The Saxons head to the Coldwater invitational April 10, and then start of the O-K Gold season with a double header at home against Wayland April 13. “This year the league race is wide open, and any team can beat the others,” Evans said. “The team that makes the fewest mistakes and gets the breaks will win. There could easily be five or six teams contending for the title.” The non-league slate is tough for the Saxons as well, with games scheduled against the likes of East Kentwood, Comstock, Hamilton, Lakewood, Coldwater, and Battle Creek Lakeview. Saxons have shown off passing skills in preseason by Brett Bremer Sports Editor How well the Saxons take advantage of scoring opportunities will be key to their season. Shooting and finishing are things the Hastings varsity girls’ soccer team has been focusing on in the practices leading up to the start of the season. “In our first few games we struggled to finish,” said Hastings head coach Sarah Smith. “We had plenty of opportunities, we just didn’t finish the ball.” Strong ball movement has been key to getting those opportunities. “The girls are passing very well, and sometimes too much, but that comes with experience and knowledge and as the season goes on hopefully they will gain that experience that will allow them to identify when to shoot the ball,” Smith said. Senior Ashley Purdun and junior Veronica Hayden are back to anchor the defense, Purdun at an outside spot and Hayden in the middle. This is Hayden’s third year on the Saxon varsity. Kesley Devroy is another returning outside defender for the team. “The leadership on this team is fantastic,” Smith said. “The girls are excited for the sea- SOCCER PREVIEW, continued on page 20 The 2010 Hastings varsity baseball team. Team members are (front from left) Alex Auer, Shane Madden, Eric Kendall, Riley McLean, Dylan Downs, Nick Wallace, Mitchell Brisboe, Andrew Rodd, (back) head coach Marsh Evans, Tim Hanlon, Micah Huver, Kevin Maurer, Zach Passmore, Eric Pettengill, Matt Feldpausch, and coach Doug Garrett. Missing from photo are Tyler DeWitt and coach Jack Hobert. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxons like their singles strength by Brett Bremer Sports Editor A motto for the Hastings varsity girls’ tennis team for this spring could be “do what you can”. What the Saxons can do is work hard, stay positive, and compete. Head coach Julie Severns is expecting her girls to do all of those things. “I am hoping that the girls are able to feel successful this year, and work towards winning matches both in and out of the league,” Severns said. “They will need to work together and keep each other positive when we play the top teams in the conference. We have matches scheduled that the girls will be able to com- pete and win at.” The league season can be brutal. There are teams that are not only strong in the conference, but in the region and the state. “Catholic Central, Forest Hills Eastern, and South Christian have always been tough, and have lots of players that play in the offseason,” Severns said. A handful of the Saxon girls have already experienced the competition in the O-K Gold Conference. Seniors Lexi von der Hoff and Allyson Ellsworth are also returning to the singles line-up. “The team is strong at singles,” Severns said, “and has great depth to rely on. They are also a team that is willing to practice and improve on all aspects of the game. We will be counting on the underclassmen to help fill in the doubles line-up. They are needed to add to the strength of our singles.” The coach does acknowledge that her singles players may not be as polished as those at many of the schools the Saxons face, and the doubles teams will have to step up and win a few matches in order for the team as a whole to be successful. Seniors Amelia Travis and Krystal Pratt are back, and will play in the top doubles spot. Other returnees include junior Katie Secord, and sophomores Hanna Smith and Victoria Pemberton. The Saxons don’t have a match scheduled until April 17, when they head to the Hamilton Invitational. The O-K Gold Conference season starts with a dual against Lexi von der Hoff Wayland in Hastings April 20. BOWLING, continued from page 16 The 2010 Hastings varsity girls’ soccer team. 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Team members are (front from left) Brandon Johnson, Dylan Pennington, Pat Loew, Devin Bancroft, Casey Goggins, Tim Thompson, Matt Schilds, Josh Coenen, Cody Redman, Gordon Conley, Jon Gieseler, Marshall Warren, (second row) Davey Case, Chad Reedy, Anthony Stiles, Brett Stephens, Chase Delcotto, Tom Davis, Brad Gagnon, Jacob Rodgers, Jacob Comer, Troy Dailey Oosman Koroma, Dakota Brinkman, Damon Carter, Josh Wheeler, Jackson Hasty, (third row) head coach Paul Fulmer, Jesse McClarkin, Jesse Bare, Garrett Bowers, Joey Siska, Ben Kolonowski, Nacho Banares, Casey Shaeffer, Addison Millard, Clint Brill, Mitch Singleterry, Pale Belcher, Mile Belcher, Jason Eckley, Brandon Secord, coach Jamie Murphy, (back) Dillon Anderson, Mike Racine, Chris Hopkins, Josh Gray, David Born, Cody Fuller, Nathan Karn, Craig Gagnon, Jason Heinrich, Maxwell Clark, Alex Cherry, Ian Beck, John James, Bryce Miller, Tony Gibson, Chad Singleterry, and Luke Densmore. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Hastings senior Pat Loew passed out funky white Ray Ban style sunglasses to his teammates during Tuesday’s team photo session, then lamented the fact that he did it after the team photos had been taken. Then he thought about it and said that a good time for that photo might be after winning another regional championship. The Saxon varsity boys’ track and field team won it first regional championship in 50 years last spring, then went on to finish fifth at the Division 2 Team State Finals. The Saxons were also O-K Gold Conference champions last spring, which was the program’s first league title since 1998. Winning regionals this spring would be a great way to cap off the career of head coach Paul Fulmer, who’s retiring after 25 years of coaching track and 32 years of teaching at Hastings. Loew leads a sprinting group which will look a bit different this season, after the loss of multiple state medal winning runner Ryan Burgdorf who’s now running at Albion College. Also back in the sprints in Gordon Conley, who’s also a hurdler and long jumper. Jon Gieseler returns in the jumps, Brandon Bauer in the throws, and Troy Dailey in the distance races. Fulmer likes having good athletes in each of the events like that, and likes the depth behind them as well. A couple newcomers the Saxons are expecting good things from are freshman distance runner and high jumper Max Clark and junior thrower Luke Densmore. The Saxons were scheduled to get the league season started Wednesday against Wayland. They’ll be back in action when they host a league dual against Forest Hills Eastern April 15. Hastings returns four girls who started as sophomores by Brett Bremer Sports Editor A quartet of juniors who started for the Hastings varsity softball team as sophomores are back to help lead the squad into the 2010 season. Morgan Stowe was an all-conference performer in the O-K Gold last season as a sophomore, batting .420 for the year. She’s making the move from second base over to Hastings boys slated to play 54 holes in their first week by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The inexperienced Saxon varsity boys’ golf team will get some competitive golf in a hurry. Hastings opens the season when it returns from spring break with two nine-hole matches and two 18-hole matches in its first five days of competition. They start off with the first O-K Gold Conference jamboree of the season April 13 at Orchard Hills Golf Course, will play in the Delton Kellogg Invitational April 14, head to Broadmoor in Caledonia for a league jamboree April 15, then travel to the Pennfield Invitational April 17. The only returning letter winners for the Saxons are juniors Brian Baum and John Kalmink, and sophomore Danny Buehler. Baum and Kalmink both were regular contributors to the team which finished second in the O-K Gold Conference last year, and went on to qualify for regionals where it placed eighth. The other spots in the regular line-up have yet to be determined, but head coach Bruce Krueger is positive that the line-up will be filled with mostly juniors and sophomores. “We hope for continual improvement, and to be competitive,” said Krueger. He added that the group of players he has have good team chemistry, and that they are very supportive of each other and they work hard. The O-K Gold Conference will be solid once again at the top, with South Christian, Forest Hills Eastern, and Grand Rapids Catholic Central expected to be in a battle for the league lead. CREEKSIDE PROFESSIONAL CENTER John Kalmink DEWEY’S AUTO BODY third. Junior Shelby Roush returns at catcher, and also back from the group are infielder Tara Harding and outfielder Christa Mathis. Both of those girls will see time at pitcher along with returning senior Alex Wendorf. “We are excited about this season, as we have a strong nucleus of returning players,” said head coach Doug Griggs. “We could still be considered a fairly young team, with several juniors and one sophomore playing significant roles for us.” That sophomore starter will be Katie DeVries, who’ll take over at shortstop making up an entirely new left side of the infield for the Saxon varsity. Stowe’s spot at second from a season ago will be filled by junior transfer Heather Gdula. “We should have a very solid defensive team, with a lot of speed in the outfield,” Griggs said. The outfield group includes Mathis, as well as seniors Brandy Gorodenski and Christy Engle. The Saxons went 3-1 in their first four non-conference contests to start the season, and were slated to play a double header with Ionia Wednesday. They return to action after spring break with a double header at home April 13 against Hopkins, then start the O-K Gold Conference season with a double header at home against Wayland April 15. The Wayland Wildcats are once again the team to beat in the O-K Gold Conference. Griggs said one of the Saxon team’s goals is to finish in the top tier of the league, which will be strong once again. The Saxons also would like to do well at their Saturday invitationals, which begin with the Barry County Invitational in Hastings April 17. “Another goal is to improve as a team each week, and to be playing our best softball when the district tournament rolls around,” Griggs said. The 2010 Hastings varsity softball team. 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State St, Hastings 269-945-2203 �Page 20 — Thursday, April 1, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Hastings girls hope to keep moving up in Gold standings The 2010 Hastings varsity girls’ track and field team. Team members are (front from left) Lauren Anderson, Reka Dolonai, Stevi McManaway, Katie Ponsetto, Heather Cody, Jessica Czinder, Jessica Lee, Brittany Morgan, Stephanie Warren, Cherie Kosbar, (middle row) head coach Brian Teed, Taylor Simpsons, Sarajean Osterink, Leah Czinder, Christine Maurer, Lauren Bush, Gabby Eaton, Katy Garber, Rachel Quillen, Nichole Redman, Sierra Jenkins, Maria Palacio, coach Lin Nickels, (back) Chelsea Eldred, Hannah Anderson, Amanda Curtiss, Amber Myers, Jessica Shaffer, Amanda Sarhatt, Taylor Carter, Kaylee DeMink, Sam Roofstra, Kayla Pohl, Jillian Bailey, and Erika Thornton. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The next step is the toughest. In one season the Saxons went from the bottom of the O-K Gold to the middle. Hastings was 0-6 in league duals in 2008. In 2009, they jumped up to 4-3. “We’re pretty confident that we can be 4-3 again, but we would like to take the next step and move into the top three in the league,” said Hastings varsity girls’ track and field coach Brian Teed. To do that the Saxons would likely need to pull off an upset of one of the league’s top three teams from 2009, Thornapple Kellogg, Grand Rapids Catholic Central, or Forest Hills Eastern who all have solid groups returning this spring. The Saxons have a solid nucleus returning themselves though led by sprinters Jessica Lee, Jessica Czinder, and Gabby Eaton, as well as hurdler and jumper Brittany Morgan and middle distance runner Katie Ponsetto. Teed is expecting good results in the relays and the sprints thanks to that group. There is also a group freshmen who could help the Saxons in the sprints, the hurdles, and the jumps. The list includes Nikki Redman, Taylor Carter, Rachel Quillen, and Katy Garber. Junior Stephanie Warren joins the Saxon varsity in the middle distance races as well. The Saxons will need to be strong in those areas to make up for some deficiencies in the throws and the long distance races, places where their O-K Gold competitors have some strong athletes. The league season got started Wednesday, when the Saxons took on Wayland. The next league dual is the first action for the Saxons after spring break, as they play host to Forest Hills Eastern April 13. Hastings baseball team has four wins and zero errors The Saxon varsity baseball team won a pair of blow outs and a pair of close games in its first two double headers of the 2010 season. The two lopsided wins came against Maple Valley in Vermontville Monday afternoon, with Hastings winning game one 15-0 and game two 14-1. “It was a good way to set the tone for the week leading up to spring break,” said Hastings head coach Marsh Evans. “You never know if the weather will permit us to play these games before the break, but this year we’ve been very lucky. The bats came alive in the third inning of the first game and we came up with some big hits from that point on.” The Saxons pushed across seven runs in the third inning of game one, breaking a scoreless tie. Mitchell Brisboe had an RBI double in the rally, and Micah Huver had a two-run double of his own as well. Hastings then added eight more runs in the fourth inning, as Eric Kendall had a two-run single and Riley McLean a two run-triple. It was McLean’s third triple of the season so far. Matt Feldpausch had a two-run double as well. The Saxons pounded out 13 hits in the contest. McLean was strong on the mound, throwing his second one-hit shut out of the season for his second win. He struck out seven in the contest. The Saxons carried the momentum into game two, scoring seven runs in the first inning. They got consecutive singles from Feldpausch, McLean, and Nick Wallace to set the pace. Hastings added three more runs in the fourth inning and four in the fifth. Feldpausch (1-0) started and went the first four innings for Hastings on the mound. He was followed to the mound by Zack Passmore, who retired the side in order in the bottom of the fifth to end the game after five innings. Feldpausch allowed four hits and struck out five, allowing just one run, in his four innings. Offensively the team was led by McLean who had three hits and five RBI. Feldpausch had a pair of singles, Wallace a pair of RBI, Passmore and RBI, and Alex Auer had a double. “Defensively we played two error-less games and for that to happen at the high school level is great,” Evans said. “The kids have worked hard in practice and its nice to see the hard work pay off.” Hastings will return to action on Saturday, April 10, when they play in Coldwater in the Flagstar Bank Invitational. Last year the Saxons lost to Coldwater in the championship game. The Saxons started the season last Wednesday by winning a pair of tight ball games over Plainwell in Hastings, 3-0 and 42. McLean threw a one-hit shut out in the opener, allowing just an infield hit in the first inning before setting down the next 16 Trojan batters in order. He had three strike outs in the contest. The game was scoreless until the bottom of the fourth when Passmore drew a lead-off walk, and eventually come home from third on an infield single by Brisboe. In the last of the fifth the Saxons added a pair of runs. Feldpausch led off with a single, and came home on an RBI triple by McLean. McLean then came home on an RBI bunt by Pettengill. The Saxons scored all four of their runs in the first inning of game two. Pettengill earned the win on the mound, striking out four in the first three innings. Passmore closed out the final three innings, striking out three and allowing only one hit. “We were very pleased with the early-season performance of our kids,” Evans said. “To play two error-less games at any point in the season, let alone the first two games, that was encouraging. We got solid pitching in both games.” Dylan Downs got the scoring started for the Saxons, drawing a lead-off walk. He would score on a McLean triple. McLean then scored on an RBI single off the bat of Nick Wallace to make it 2-0. Wallace stole second and scored on a base hit from Passmore, who would then score on a fielder’s choice off the bat of Pettengill to make it 4-0. Plainwell scored single runs in the second and third innings to close the gap to 4-2, but that would be as close as they would get. Saxon soccer held winless at its tourney SOCCER PREVIEW, continued from page 18 Hastings’ varity girls’ soccer team is 1-2 through its first three games. The Saxon team opened up the season with a 6-1 win over Belding last Thursday. Things didn’t go as smootly Saturday though, as the Saxons were 0-2 at their own Hastings Invitational. Allegan topped the Saxons 4-1, then Hastings’ fell to NorthPointe Christian 2-1. The Saxons return to action after spring break when they head to Hamilton April 13. son and have worked hard in the offseason, conditioning and training.” They’ll be in front of senior goalie Jena Leigh Bailey, who’ll be staring in goal on a regular basis for the firs time this year. “Despite being the back-up goalkeeper last year, Jena has worked hard and has worked the kinks out and is ready,” said Smith. Returning to the midfield are senior Kelsi Herrington and junior Tauri Schils, as well as sophomores Haley Wagner and Jennifer Feldpausch who came up to the varsity pat way through last season. The Saxons will also be looking for junior forward Meghan VanZyl to be strong at the forward position for them again. Wagner and Feldpausch aren’t the only sophomores on the varsity. They’ll be joined by classmates Ashley Nurenberg, Jennifer Jarman, and Morganne Hubbell. The Saxons return to action after spring break when they travel to Hamilton April 13. The O-K Gold Conference season begins with a home game against Wayland April 20. Caledonia, South Christian, and Forest Hills Eastern will all be tough again in the league, and the Saxons have set their sights on being the best of the rest to start out the year. Wayland scored a league win over the Saxons a year ago, and Catholic Central won a tough contest in Hastings. The Saxons would like to avenge those defeats. The Saxons’ Kelsi Herrington (right) battles for possession with a NorthPointe player during Saturday’s Hastings Invitational. (Photo by Perry Hardin) � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-04-08.pdf 10c00b34b69ce677b95cb72eabeb645b PDF Text Text Local health care summit planned Executives offer turnaround solution Hastings track teams defeat Wildcats See Story on Page 2 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 16 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 14 NEWS BRIEFS Manor House open for W. K. Kellogg’s 150th birthday The Tudor Revival-style W.K. Kellogg Manor House in Hickory Corners, which was the cereal king’s summer home from 1926 to 1942, will be open to the public from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 11, in celebration of Kellogg’s 150th birthday. Because of Kellogg’s lasting legacy in area communities and with the W.K. Kellogg Biological Station, KBS is honoring him by hosting the birthday open house. There will be guided tours of the estate, followed by birthday cake and punch. Tours will take about one hour and start every 15 to 20 minutes, with the last tour beginning at 4 p.m. The event is free. The Manor House, located at 3700 E. Gull Lake Drive, is on a 30-acre spread with 1,600 feet of Gull Lake shoreline. For more information, call 269-671-2416 or email manorhouse@kbs.msu.edu. Church plans dinner Saturday The youth group from Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings will host a spaghetti dinner Saturday, April 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. Freewill donations will support Middleville resident Mac Gaikema, who will represent the church on a mission trip to the Dominican Republic. The church is located at 315 W. Center St., Hastings. Next legislative coffee is Monday at County Seat The next Chamber legislative coffee will be Monday, April 12, at 8 a.m. at the County Seat Restaurant in Hastings. The event is an opportunity to hear legislative updates from state and federal officials on issues that affect the area. Anticipated speakers include Connie Jiarmo from Congressman Vernon Ehlers’ office, Sen. Patricia Birkholz and Rep. Brian Calley. Speakers will give updates from their offices and then the floor will be open for questions. The coffees are free and open to the public, and there is no need to register. The events are held on the second Monday of every month at various locations throughout the county. Call the Barry County Chamber of Commerce for more information on future locations, 269-945-2454. Peace Church to host blood drive April 12 Peace Church, on M-37 between Middleville and Caledonia, will host a blood drive in its gymnasium from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, April 12. Donors may drop in that day or call for an appointment at 616-891-8119. Peace Church and Michigan Blood are supplying refreshments and has volunteers to assist the drive. BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, April 8, 2010 Former airport manager arrested, charged for embezzlement by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer Former Hastings City/Barry County Airport Manager Jason Blair was arrested Friday, April 2, by the Allegan Police Department for alleged embezzlement. The warrant for Blair, authorized by Barry County Prosecutor Tom Evans, included a charge of embezzlement between $20,000 to $50,000. The charge carries a maximum sentence of 10 years in jail and/or a $15,000 fine. Barry County Undersheriff Bob Baker said Blair was picked up by Allegan police at the request of the Barry County Sheriff’s Department once the valid warrant was discovered. Sheriff Dar Leaf was unavailable for comment. Evans said he signed the warrant March 16, and it was then sent to the magistrate’s office. After it was signed by the magistrate on March 26, the warrant was then entered into the Law Enforcement Information Network, making it available to law enforcement personnel. Blair, 33 of Allegan, was lodged at the Barry County Jail and was able to post the $5,000 cash surety bond. Blair will appear in court April 28th. The embezzlement charge stems from as early as January 2008 when it is alleged that 2,510 gallons of fuel went unpaid while he was manager of the airport. On Oct. 31, 2008, Barry County Administrator Michael Brown reported to the Barry County Sheriff’s Department that an audit of records uncovered the unpaid fuel. The audit showed that over the course of a two year period, 2,500 gallons of fuel was used that was not paid for. Brown reported to the deputy that the cause of the unpaid fuel was not certain. The fuel could have been siphoned off, the accounting system could have been at fault or it could have been a broken pump, he said. Investigating officers said they were able to drive up to fuel tanks and found one of the nozzles lying on the ground. “It was apparent that anyone had access to the area of the fuel tanks while they were unlocked,” the officers reported. At that time, the reporting deputy detailed that a conviction would be hard to secure since there were so many possible ways the fuel could have disappeared, even if a suspect was narrowed down. The case moved forward again in March of 2009 when both current airport Manager Mark Noteboom and Brown advised the sheriff’s department that the airport commission wanted to pursue an investigation into the unpaid fuel. According to the police documents, Brown said in the fall of 2008 that a pilot was able to pump 25 gallons of fuel but was only charged for nine gallons, due to a broken pump. Brown also said that the accounting system was not thorough and that no process was in place to verify the amount of fuel in the tanks when a shipment was delivered. The airport uses a credit card machine at the fuel pumps for pilots to purchase the gas. Test cards, which were assigned to businesses or individuals, also may be used to purchase fuel. The test cards capture information about the purchaser but do not pay for the purchase. Blair is the owner and flight instructor of Dodgen Aircraft in Allegan and assigned seven test cards to the business. Test cards also were assigned by Blair to Sky Dive Hastings, Thornapple Flying Association and Bernie Kuzava Jr. According to the report, Blair allowed those businesses to receive a discount for the fuel. Blair was responsible for collecting money for the fuel transactions. City Attorney Stephanie Fekkes has been working on the civil side of litigation and said both Sky Dive Hastings and Thornapple Flying Association have paid their debts to the airport. She added that discussions are in progress to resolve Kuzava’s outstanding debt. Blair’s company tallied more than $25,000 in fuel costs for which no payment records could be found. Noteboom said all but 240 gallons were accounted for, and those gallons could be the result of evaporation of spillage. During the audit, Noteboom contacted Blair about the debt. In the report, Blair said the company pays using a debit card and suggested the payments were recorded on the wrong accounts when Noteboom told him there were no records of payments from Dodgen Aircraft. According to Noteboom, Blair was responsible for bringing delinquent accounts to the airport board but failed to bring the Dodgen Jason Blair, 33 of Allegan, was arrested Friday, April 2, on one charge of embezzlement. Blair is the former manager of the Hastings City/Barry County Airport. account to light. Noteboom also told the detective that Blair was difficult to work with during the audit and investigation. In an interview with the investigating detective, Blair said Scott Miller was the accountant for Dodgen during 2007 and a portion of 2008. The responsibility of paying the bills falls on Miller, said Blair. According to Blair, Miller allegedly was terminated from employment for inappropriate accounting practices and “other stuff.” The detective then contacted Vickie Heckman, general manager at Dodgen Aircraft, who said she could not figure out how Miller was keeping the books for the company. She also said she could not find records of any payments to Hastings City/Barry County Airport and requested invoices from Brown which she never received. Miller, an Allegan resident, told the detective in an interview that no money was ever paid to the airport for fuel and that Blair told him the first priority was payroll. Blair would decide which bills would be paid after payroll was paid, Miller alleged. Although a card swipe machine stands outside of the gates, access to the fuel tanks at the airport have not always been so tightly monitored. Recall signatures collected for Prairieville Township board by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer In October 2009, the Prairieville Recall Committee filed paperwork with the Barry County Clerk’s office to demonstrate the committee’s intent to generate recall elections for members of the Prairieville Township Board. The recall elections would require a certain number of Prairieville Township residents to sign petitions supporting such elections, and Barb Cichy, a trustee of the committee, reported that the required number of signatures had been obtained. The committee is seeking the recall of Supervisor Jim Stoneburner, Clerk Jill Owens and Trustee William Miller. Sharon Ritchie, a former trustee of the board, also was the target of recall efforts, however, she resigned from the board in November 2009. Among other claims, the committee has alleged that the township officials, together, have committed violations of both the Open Meetings Act and the Michigan Freedom of Information Act, spent public funds in both wasteful and unauthorized ways, poorly managed the township and practiced nepotism. Township officials have denied the validity of claims made by the committee. As previously reported, signatures in support of a recall election for a member of the board would need to be collected from 402 residents of the township prior to such an election being held. Cichy said that more than 500 signatures made in support of recall elections for the three township officials have been collected. Bill Robinson, spokesman for the committee, stated that the petitions likely would be delivered today to Pam Jarvis, clerk for the county. Explaining the steps that would necessarily lead up to the possible recall elections, Jarvis said that if she receives the petitions she would be allowed seven days to review their propriety. Assuming the petitions meet established standards, all of the signatures would need to be verified against public records no later than 22 days after they were received, she added. Jarvis went on to say that township officials would be allowed to review the signatures and would RECALL, continued on page 5 Ready, set, collect ... Snagging the closest eggs, a crowd of children dives for the prizes at the Easter egg hunt held at Putnam Park in Nashville. Grace Community Church has sponsored the event for the past decade and donates all of the eggs and prizes. (Photo by Lowndes Photography) �Page 2 — Thursday, April 8, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Gun Lake women’s club awards scholarships by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Ruth Perino, chair of the GFWC-Gun Lake area women’s club, has announced the names of this year’s Premier Scholarship winners. Each of the winners will receive a $1,000 scholarship. Hannah Williams is the winner from Delton Kellogg High School. She plans to attend Saginaw Valley State University for pre-dentistry. She has three older siblings, all of whom have excelled in sports and academics. “I think that having siblings who have graduated ahead of me and as valedictorian has pushed me to succeed. I push myself in all the classes that I take and I strive to do the best that I can,” she said. According to Perino, Williams’ academic records reflect that. “She has an impressive transcript with AP classes and excellent ACT scores,” said Perino. “However, the committee was more impressed with the fact that this young lady has in her words done a balancing act.” In addition to her academic successes, Williams is an athlete. She has played four years of varsity volleyball. She is a two-year captain, a two-time all-conference, a two-time all-county, a two-time all-region, an all-area honorable mention, and an honorable mention all-state and academic all-state. This record is complemented with four years of varsity basketball where she was captain and by four years of varsity track and field where she matches her volleyball record with titles of two-year captain, two-time all-conference, three-time all-county, two-time first team allstate, honorable mention and all-state. Athletics have always been a huge part of Williams’ life. “I spent most of my life in a gym or on a field following my dad around as he coached the basketball team or the track girls,” she said. She is hoping to be a walk-on in volleyball at Saginaw. She said she knows the rules inside and out and has enjoyed her role as captain of all the teams. “Hannah has a sureness and confidence about her that committee members saw as a leadership quality,” said Perino. Volunteer work is another way Williams has been part of her school community. She has been a student council member for three years and during that time she has been class vice president, class president and executive vice president. She was the recycling committee leader and worked the blood drives for three years. She was part of Founders’ Day 5K race, homecoming and winterfest dances, powderpuff football and drives to raise money for local charity events. She has been in the National Honor Society for three years where she also worked blood drives, helped with local food drives, did Earth Day tree plantings and clean-ups and helped with the Veterans Day Memorial. She has been part of Big Brothers Big Sisters and for the past two years has been working on Delton’s yearbook. “While this is a class at Delton, one must be interviewed and selected,” added Perino. “There is a good deal of volunteer time put in as the assigned spreads are done and it is configured online at home.” Williams’ volunteer work extended to sports. She did Weekly Little Kids Camp for volleyball. She has over 125 hours of volunteer time in basketball winter and summer camps. She also volunteered more than 20 Jazlin Petersen hours in middle school track meets. Jazlin Petersen was selected the Thornapple Kellogg Premier Scholarship winner. She expects to begin studies at Grand Rapids Community College for a career in the medical field. She said she is proud of her high school record where she challenged herself with AP biology and chemistry classes as well as dual enrollment at Kellogg Community College. “Science is my strong suit,” said Peterson. She is currently completing an internship at Pennock Hospital where she has worked in the lab. She will be afforded the opportunity to be in different parts of the hospital. “I am trying to find out if this is the right direction for me,” she said. “This is a careful, young lady who weighs her choices and self evaluates.” noted Perino. Petersen said, “I have so many interests — animals, music and medical. I want to get the most out of everything I do,” said Peterson. “With God’s help I’ll accomplish my goals.” In addition to scholastic endeavors, she participated with the JV tennis team, the school equestrian team and is a member of the National Honor Society. She set up and ran the concession stand for three years. In addition she has played French horn which she started in sixth grade. She played in concert and symphonic band at ThornappleKellogg for four years. She also plays the violin and continues violin lessons. She is currently taking Advanced Placement music theory to help prepare her for the Music Theory Exam for college credit. “Music is one of my passions,” said Peterson, adding that she is thinking of joining the Hastings Community Orchestra group. She played a solo for solo and ensemble competition and received a first division rating. She played for state on April 1. Moreover, she plays in her church’s orchestra. Peterson attends the First Baptist Church in Middleville. Here, she works in the church nursery planning lessons and crafts on a onemonth rotation. She is also a church kindergarten teacher, has worked as a Mel Trotter Ministries’ Thanksgiving banquet server and organized the junior/senior banquet at church for her youth group. Her interest in horses came early. She has Hannah Williams taken lessons since she was 9. Peterson was given a horse by her aunt. She said at first it was tough going but she became a Certified Horse Association Member. She has been in 4-H for four years and said she looks forward to showing her horse. She has received numerous ribbons and trophies for horse showing as well as a trophy for being barn superintendent and for reserve champion halter horse. She has been a 4-H teen leader and had several leadership roles including reporter, secretary and treasurer in subsequent years. Peterson had an internship at YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin on Barlow Lake where she fed, groomed and completed basic chores. She said she hopes to work there as a counselor this summer. Other interests include backpacking and snowmobiling. Macey Miller is the Martin Premier Scholarship Winner for 2010. She impressed the GFWC-Gun Lake Scholarship Committee as a credit to her school and community. She will attend Western Michigan University. She notes that this is a first time college experience for her family. She wants to be fairly close to home. Macey has hopes of becoming a physician. Right now she’s thinking of being an emergency room doctor or going for anesthesiology. She will be in a premed program. She credits teachers who have encouraged her with her success in school. She is graduating from a small school with a graduating class of 49. She took all the classes she could to prepare herself in math and science. She took everything offered before her senior year so she could participate in dual enrollment at Western Michigan. She was also able to earn additional college credit by scoring well on her AP Biology Exam. Martin only offers two AP courses. She is taking the English course now. She said she loves her college courses which take up evenings on Tuesdays and Thursdays. She said, “It is so different from school. Just the way the kids really listen to understand and interact with each other and the professors.” She said in her Principals of Sociology and Gender and Women’s Studies she has been exposed to so many different ideas. She shared during her interview with the GFWC County board recommends Moore to fill Adrounie’s term on DHS by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Members of the Barry County Board of Commissioners met as a committee-of-thewhole Tuesday to determine what courses of action they would vote on the next time they meet as county commissioners. The majority of the meeting was devoted to the commissioners interviewing people for positions on various boards, and several motions to later consider appointments of some of those candidates were passed. Four people, Charles Beldin, Terri Bourdo, Sandra Kozan and Orvin Moore, were interviewed for a position on Barry County’s Department of Human Services board, and Moore will be considered for appointment to the assembly. While members of the Department of Human Services board usually are appointed for three-year terms, Robert Houtman, chairman of the board of commissioners, explained that those interested in becoming involved with the department were interviewing for a position first occupied in November 2008 by Harry Adrounie, who died in February. As such, Moore’s term would only last until October 2011. The Department of Human Services board is responsible for watching over area operations related to the state’s Department of Human Services. Moore also was interviewed for a position with a three-year term on the county’s zoning board of appeals, and he is to be considered for appointment to the assembly. He previously was appointed to the board of appeals in 2007. The board of appeals is charged with making decisions regarding appeals and variances related to the county’s zoning ordinances. Two people, Suzanne Hayes and Jack Nadwornik, were interviewed for positions with three-year terms on the Barry County Planning Commission. Nadwornik previously was appointed to the planning commission in 2007. The planning commission is responsible for overseeing developments in certain townships, as they relate to planning and zoning ordinances. While both Hayes and Nadwornik are to be considered for appointments to the planning commission, Craig Stolsonburg, vice chairman of the board of commissioners, raised a concern that where Hayes lives might preclude her from serving on the planning commission. “I think we’re supposed to appoint people that live within the zoning jurisdiction of the county,” he said. “Suzanne lives in Rutland Township, which has their own zoning.” After hearing Stolsonburg’s concern, the board passed a motion to seek the advice of legal counsel regarding Hayes’ possible appointment and make a decision accordingly. Commissioners noted that their findings also might preclude John Warren, a current member of the planning commission, from continuing to serve as part of that assembly. One person, Michelle Selzer, was interviewed for a position with a three-year term on the county’s solid waste oversight committee, which deals with the evaluation of solid waste projects planned for Barry County. Selzer is to be considered for appointment to the oversight committee. Douglas Hartough was interviewed for a position with a one-year term on the county’s tax allocation board, and he will be considered for appointment to that panel, which is responsible for determining how funds from millages are divided between area intermediate school districts, area townships and the county. In other business, the committee passed a motion to later vote on a proposed amendment to the county’s budget. Luella Dennison, deputy administrator of the county, gave an overview of the amendment, saying, “For the most part, this budget amendment is just to make some corrections to the adopted budget.” According to a written summary of the amendment, the revision would reflect several things, including an expenditure of $600,000 of funds reserved for Barry County Central Dispatch for the upgrade of a “fire radio dispatch system,” revenue from administration fees associated with a planned sewer system that would service properties on and around Leach and Middle lakes and an insurance reimbursement for damage to the roof of the county’s Barry-Eaton District Health Department office. The committee also passed a motion to later vote on an agreement that would allow the consulting company Maximus to review the county’s central services cost allocation plan for its 2009 fiscal year. As detailed in a document available at the meeting, the plan “identifies the various costs incurred by the county to support and administer federal and state programs.” Also passed by the committee was a motion to later vote on the adoption of a resolution noting the commissioners’ disapproval of a proposed state budget by Gov. Granholm that would reduce the amount of funding made available for secondary road patrol by police officers. Macey Lynn Miller Gun Lake committee that it seems woman have to try harder and do more still to be considered really equal to their male peers. She got no argument from the scholarship committee members. She has been involved in her school activities. She shared her disappointment that budget cuts have eliminated the PAL program where students get to talk to younger kids about drugs, violence and alcohol. She was pleased that the school was able to participate in the field trip associated with the program this year even though the program was dropped. She has been an active member of the student council for four years and is president this year. She has organized and participated in blood drives, a Christmas giving tree, a canned food drive and delivery, Homecoming activities and preparations including POP assemblies as well as other dances. She is Co-president of the National Honor Society and has participated for three years in community service such as the Walk for Kassandra Keyzer Juvenile Diabetes, organized yard work for seniors, arranging for Love 146, a fundraising concert to stop child sex slavery and exploitation where the school teamed up with a Christian Rock band with the Brouwer Family. She played volleyball for Martin for three years and was their Team Captain. She played basketball for three years a well and was Team Captain there. She said she hated to give sports up but had to with dual enrollment and the need to focus her attention on academics. She really misses the volleyball. She said, “I went to Delton to watch them play and ended up in tears.” She has done volunteer work at the Allegan General Hospital, has milked cows at the Zeinstra Farms for two summers and has worked at the Stanford Lodge, an assisted living facility in Plainwell where she did kitchen work and helped with patients. The GFWC-Gun Lake Scholarship SCHOLARSHIPS, continued on page 7 Casino construction moves forward Construction on the exterior of the Gun Lake Casino is taking shape. According to spokesperson James Nye, “We are working to enclose the structure. We are a ‘ways away’ from setting an opening date for the casino.” Hastings City Bank achieves highest rating BauerFinancial, Inc., of Coral Gables, Fla., has bestowed its highest 5-Star Superior rating upon Hastings City Bank. “The unstable economic picture, both on Wall Street and on Main street, makes it all the more important to recognize those financial financial institutions that are strong and stable,” said Karen L. Dorway, president of BauerFinancial. “The institutions that played by the rules and did not compromise their lending standards are the same institutions that stand ready to help build the economy back up. Hastings City Bank is an excellent example of this community spirit.” Established in 1886, Hastings City Bank has been serving the banking needs of its neighbors and friends for 124 years. It operates through six offices in Bellevue, Caledonia, Hastings, Middleville, Nashville and Wayland and can be found on the Internet at www.hastingscitybank.com. “We’re committed to providing and maintaining the personal, hometown service that has been our hallmark since 1886,” said a spokesperson for the bank. Barry County Health Care Summit to be held at Pierce Cedar Creek by Patricia Johns Staff Writer On Monday, April 26 the Government Issues Committee of the Barry County Chamber of Commerce hosts a health care summit from 3 to 6 p.m. at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute, located on the outskirts of Hastings. “Our keynote speaker, Dee Edington, Ph.D., director of U-M Health Management Research Center, is very highly regarded for his research related to health and wellness and the impacts on business,” said Chamber President Valerie Byrnes. Edington is the author of “Zero Trends: Health as a Serious Economic Strategy.” Other presentations include a panel discussion of Barry County Healthcare Coalition members on “Health and Wellness Programs” and “Savings in Generic Drugs.” David Hatfield is the moderator. Thomas Magnifico, director of Pharmacy Services at Pennock Health Services, will speak on “Generic Drugs: Debunking the myth” and Brenton Webb, director of Rehabilitation, Wellness and Specialty Services at Pennock, will speak on “Wellness: An innovative approach to keeping employees healthy and productive.” The summit is free to chamber members and $25 per person for future members. An RSVP is required as seating is limited. Contact lynn@barrychamber.com or by calling 269-945-2454. Program sponsors, in addition to the chamber committee, are the Barry County Healthcare Coalition, Pennock Health Services and the Community Assets Pillar of the HomeTown Partnership, an initiative of the Barry Community Foundation. Events set at Hastings Public Library Thursday, April 8 – Winter Reading Club continues; Teen Advisory Board from 6 to 8 p.m; Movie Memories features "An Act of Murder" from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 9 – Preschool Story Time "Sing and Dance" from 10:30-11:15 a.m. Saturday, April 10 – Anime Club from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, April 12 – National Library Week begins with "Food for Fines” event. Tuesday, April 13 – Toddler Story Time features "The Library" from 10:30 to 11 a.m; Young Chess Tutoring Class from 4:30-5:30 p.m; Adult Chess Club from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 14 – Tween Girls COOL Computer class from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Please call the Hastings Public Library for more information about any of the above, 269-945-4263. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 8, 2010 — Page 3 Youngsters enjoy Easter egg hunts Claire Reynolds is ready with her Easter basket Claire Benham gets a big hug from the Easter Bunny. She was a bit leery at first until she learned man in the rabbit costume was her dad. Those helping to scatter the more than 1,000 eggs at the Middleville Christian Reformed Church egg hunt April 3 include (from left) Ben Hemphill, Gage Mallia, Noah Kim and Rachael Getter. They worked on setting up the hunt while the church was full of participants. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Lake Odessa’s park was filled with more than 400 hunters Saturday looking for eggs to top off their Easter baskets. Two area dads used their hunting skills to help their little girls in a search for elusive Easter eggs. The Easter Egg Hunt held at the Middleville Christian Reformed Church Saturday, April 3, was a joint endeavor between the Middleville United Methodist Church. The event started with music and presentations in the church before 125 children searched for more than 1,000 eggs. Pictured here is Pastor Mike Conklin teaching everyone a song before the hunt began. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Madison Cheney holds a basket with eggs she helped put out on the lawn of the Freeport Community Center before the hunt began. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The Easter Bunny welcomes all the egg hunters to look for the more than 1,500 eggs hidden for them. Here, the Easter Bunny welcomes (from left) McKenna Bazan, Maggie Burmania, Justin Casteline, Madison Cheney and Courtney Havema. (Photo by Patricia Johns) �Page 4 — Thursday, April 8, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Recycling too expensive for non-residents To the editor: I am very disappointed in my community regarding the recycling issue. My middle school daughter spent much of last year working as a "Go Green" advocate and promoting the importance of recycling. We have been doing our best to do what we can, as a household, to help. We have dropped recyclable materials in the bins located across from Bliss in the past. We live approximately five miles outside of town in Hastings Township, but not within the city limits. The drop off location has now been relocated to the Waste Management facility. My husband went to drop off a bag of items to recycle this week, and we found out that it is not a free service any longer. It costs $3.75 per bag to recycle. I was sick when I found out. It is only a free service if you live in the city limits. I hate to admit this, but if it's going to be that difficult and cost so much money to recycle, our household won't be able to do it anymore. The really frustrating thing is that we already pay a hefty amount of money to have garbage pick up service. Wouldn't you think recycling should be part of their service? It's really a shame because I can almost guarantee we will not be the only household that will "give up" on trying to do the right thing and recycle. Angie Baker Hastings Clean energy and climate legislation would get Michigan working again To the editor: Last week I was given the opportunity to advocate for clean energy in Washington, D.C. Although our senators were not available, I and several other workers from the state of Michigan were able to voice our concerns to members of their staff. Our concerns were about our reliance on foreign energy, the lack of jobs that could help us sustain our livelihood as well as our state, and the resources we could be providing that would not damage the environment. Senators Stabenow and Levin must get to work passing comprehensive clean energy and climate legislation that will get Michigan working again. A study by the BlueGreen Alliance shows that Michigan can grow almost 35,000 jobs manufacturing the parts for wind, solar, biomass, and geothermal energy generation in factories that already exist. Michigan has a great infrastructure for manufacturing. We should be doing more to create good jobs for our communities to utilize our manufacturing advantage, and clean energy is the best place to start. It will leave a better environment for future generations while ensuring that Americans will be competitive globally against China, India, and other countries that have already begun massive investments in clean energy generating technologies. Terry Newton, Hastings Write Us A Letter HERE ARE THE RULES: The Hastings Banner welcomes letters to the editor from readers, but there are a few conditions that must be met before they will be published. The requirements are: • All letters must be signed by the writer, with address and phone number provided for verification. All that will be printed is the writer’s name and community of residence. 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Michigan executives offer turnaround plan for state Company executives across the state have been doing everything they can to reorganize their businesses, cutting costs and becoming more competitive in order to survive the economic slowdown. Yet in Lansing, state leaders continue to discuss new revenue proposals rather than concentrate on making Michigan competitive. According to a report released by the group Business Leaders for Michigan, one out of every two jobs lost in America since 2000 has been in Michigan, of which only 25 percent came from the automotive sector. The report goes on to say, “Companies pay a 3 to 4 percentage point profit penalty to operate in Michigan. Only one of 22 industry groups had both positive growth and grew ahead of the U.S. average, and Michigan continues to have a significant cost disadvantage compared with traditional industry states. Senior executives and site consultants view the state’s business climate near the bottom of all states.” One CEO said that “Michigan and California literally need to do a 180 [-degree turn] if they are ever to become competitive again ... they are absolute regulatory and tax disasters.” Top executive officials from the state’s largest industries are frustrated to the point they’ve put together their own five-point plan to help our state become more competitive in the marketplace. Former head of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation under Gov. John Engler’s administration, Doug Rothwell, heads the new business group. Rothwell recently told Business Review magazine, “Not everyone will agree with a state economic turnaround plan, but let’s get some momentum behind those that are willing to think boldly — about real economic development and economic reform.” Fifty executives from Southwest Michigan including leaders such as William U. Parfet, CEO of Mattawan-based MPI Research; Michael Mike Jandernoa, director and former CEO of Allegan-based Perrigo Company; Doug DeVos, president of Amway Corporation; Jeff Fettig, chairman and CEO of Whirlpool Corporation and Mark Murray, CEO Meijer Inc., to name a few, all are focused on putting Michigan back in the running again. The group of nearly 100 executives understands that the only way to return Michigan to the economic powerhouse it once enjoyed, we must focus on jobs, government right-sizing and Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Underage drinking not worth the risk To the editor: Each year, April is designated as Alcohol Awareness Month, and communities across the country are taking time to raise awareness of alcohol-related issues as well as community prevention efforts focusing on reducing these alcohol-related problems. Barry County is proud to join the national call for action to reduce problems such as underage drinking and driving while intoxicated. The Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force, and its many partners, are working together locally to make everyone more aware of the potential problems which alcohol abuse can create. More importantly, we are all working to make Barry County a safer place for all of our residents, including our youth. Most of us in Barry County are already doing the right thing when it comes to alcohol awareness. Most residents don’t drink and drive and most of us follow the laws. But we can always do better. Each and every one of us can do something this month, and this spring, to make Barry County a better, safer community. Spread the word. Tell your friends that adults who provide alcohol to kids or who knowingly allow underage drinking on their property can face serious penalties, including up to 30 days in jail and a $1,000 fine. If you are over the age of 21 and choose to drink, Know Your Legislators: U.S. Senate Debbie Stabenow, Democrat, 702 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-4822. Carl Levin, Democrat, Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-6221. District office: 110 Michigan Ave., Federal Building, Room 134, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 456-2531. Rick Tormela, regional representative. U.S. Congress Vernon Ehlers, Republican, 3rd District (All of Barry County), 1714 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515-2203, phone (202) 225-3831, fax (202) 225-5144. District office: Room 166, Federal Building, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 451-8383. President’s comment line: 1-202-456-1111. Capitol Information line for Congress and the Senate: 1-202-224-3121. Michigan Legislature Gov. Jennifer Granholm, Democrat, P.O. Box 30013, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 3733400. State Senator Patty Birkholz, Republican, 24th District (All of Barry County), Michigan State Senate, State Capitol, 805 Farnum Building, P.O. Box 3006, Lansing, Mich. 48909-7536. Call: (517) 373-3447. Fax: (517) 373-5849. e-mail: senpbirkholz@senate.michigan.gov State Representative Brian Calley, Republican, 87th District (All of Barry County), Michigan House of Representatives, 351 Capitol, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-0842. e-mail: briancalley@house.mi.gov Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. changing the rules and regulations that govern our state’s business sector. Their five-point plan deals with: • Changing the way the state manages its finances. They are suggesting the state move to two-year budget cycles and enact a ban on new programs unless those programs have the money. • Right-sizing state government, putting into action structural budget reforms, bringing state worker compensation in line with other workers and reducing the size of state government by 5 percent. • Making Michigan competitive for business growth by fixing the Michigan business tax and providing a more stable tax environment for business and industry. • Making the necessary investments to provide a pro-job environment in infrastructure, higher education and urban development. • Boosting the state’s economy through innovation and entrepreneurship by growing all sectors and retaining talent. Since this is an election year, the group hopes that candidates will embrace their plan or any plan that will make Michigan more competitive. Putting together a plan, drilling down costs and looking for new ways of doing business are what companies across the state have done in order to survive. It’s time government leaders at all levels adopt a roadmap or change and embrace it by doing what’s necessary to put Michigan on top again. We have our work cut out for us — Michigan’s tax climate ranks at the bottom, unit labor costs are high and electricity and gas prices remain uncompetitive. These are issues that must be addressed in any plan if they want to be successful. It doesn’t matter where the plan comes from. It’s imperative, however, that Michigan has a plan with a timeline and an understanding that changes must be made. There seems to be some light at the end of the tunnel. We need to move now so as the economy heats up again, Michigan is ready to compete from a position of strength rather than struggling. Will state help schools meet budget deadline? The state legislature is still wrangling over budget issues, especially when it comes to public education. Do you think area school districts will have enough information about possible funding cuts from the state before July 1, the deadline by which school districts must have balanced budgets? please do so responsibly. Never drive after consuming alcohol – it’s not worth the risk of a getting a DWI ticket. Learn more about what being a designated driver means. And parents, be the one to talk to your kids about alcohol. Research tells us this is the biggest protective factor. Simply talking to your kids about not drinking decreases the likelihood of your kids drinking underage. And with prom and graduation parties and big holidays coming up, be safe. Support each other in hosting alcohol-free parties, especially when kids and families are around. And let’s tell our youth that alcohol isn’t really what it’s all about. We do know that underage drinking is not a joke. It’s a serious matter. When someone under the age of 21 is caught drinking, he or she can receive a ticket for Minor In Possession of Alcohol. This is a real legal concern which often stays on "record" long into the future. Barry County is a progressive place. Our Substance Abuse Task Force has worked hard in that we are one of a few Michigan counties who have an established an MIP Diversion program; our drug court is a model in the nation. Our schools host supervised parties, providing safe post-graduation opportunities. We have a collaborative, multi-agency approach to problem solving. The late John F. Kennedy said "One person can make a difference and everyone should try." Join me in taking a stand against underage drinking. We can’t afford to wait any longer. Elizabeth A. Lenz Community Preventionist Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Dave Brown, Sunfield: “They have to find a better way to fund schools. I’m tired of seeing budget cuts and our kids getting shorted on their education.” Michael Baldry, Middleville: “The school budget should be the top priority for the legislators when they return. Education and schools should be the legislature’s No. 1 focus.” Rick Moore, Hastings: “Unfortunately, they do not have enough information, and communication and working together is the most effective way of solving these issues.” Michael Bremer, Middleville: “Based on the reports from the legislature that I have heard from over the past couple of weeks, it will be a miracle if they know by July 1. It’s very disappointing to hear that.” Bev Brown, Sunfield: “They’re going to have to do the best they can. Remember they can amend the budget during the year.” Travis Buckowing, Middleville: “Working on the budget for schools should be the first thing legislators work on when they get back to Lansing. If they don’t, schools and students are going to suffer.” Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 8, 2010 — Page 5 Barry County experienced 18 tornadoes in past 59 years Health care law challenged The nation has not seen this type of controversy over legislation in quite some time — maybe not ever. Much of the debate over health care has been leveled on sound bites and disputed claims on both sides. But aside from all that noise, some important constitutional questions must be answered. Sadly, many people do not know the Constitution. And that goes for Congress, too. The United States Constitution is a governing document. In fact, it is the oldest functioning government document of any country in the world. It has survived because it is brilliant in its balance of powers and clear in its allocation and limits of governmental authority. The Constitution should be used like a measuring stick. Americans should compare the actions of Congress to the powers granted to the federal government within the Constitution. Our personal preferences of the law in question are not relevant to a constitutional review. There are two main issues that I believe make this law unconstitutional. Both are embodied in a lawsuit filed by 14 state attorneys general against the federal government. The first issue is the health care mandate the new law places on states. Nowhere in the Constitution will you find authorization of Congress to place such a mandate upon Michigan or any other state. This issue has come up time and time again, with states typically failing to challenge the actions of the federal government. The courts never really have taken up a definitive case to draw from, so my guess is that the Supreme Court will have the final say here. Second, and perhaps most important, is the mandate this places on individuals and businesses to purchase insurance. I have often heard proponents compare this law to Medicare and Social Security to prove legitimacy. That comparison is not valid. Medicare and Social Security are both tax-based systems. The federal government exercises its power to tax and then uses that revenue to pay for benefits. There are no constitutional issues with Medicare or Social Security. Congress has the authority to tax and it has the ability to appropriate those tax revenues. The health care reform is very different. It is a mandate for individuals and businesses to purchase insurance. Never, in the history of this nation, has the federal government mandated that citizens purchase a specific good or service. You will not find this authority anywhere within the Constitution. Proponents of this law will often point to mandates of auto insurance coverage to further justify the actions of Congress. Again, this argument falls short. The federal government and state governments have different powers, and it is the individual states that implement no-fault insurance requirements. Further, auto insurance is not a mandate of every person. It is a condition of driving on public right-of-way. There is a big difference. Without a constitutional amendment to back them up, the recent actions of Congress are simply not legal. THE THORNAPPLE PLAYERS PRESENT Music by Mark Hollmann Lyrics by Hollmann and Greg Kotis and Book by Kotis April 22, 23, & 24 at 7 p.m. and April 25 at 2 p.m. Central Elementary Auditorium, 509 S. Broadway in Hastings Tickets are available in advance at Progressive Graphics and at the door Adults… $8 Students and Seniors… $6 Questions, call the Ackers at 269-945-2332 Urinetown is produced by special arrangement with Music Theatre, International Local churches invited to list summer events J-Ad Graphics has begun working on the 2010 Summer Fun Guide. Area churches are invited to include special events planned for this summer, from Memorial Day in May until Labor Day in September. To include information in the Summer Fun Guide, send information including the church name, address and telephone number with a brief description of the event including the date and time to Patricia Johns via e-mail at patricia@j-adgraphics.com or by ground mail to J-Ad Graphics at 1351N. M-43 Highway, Hastings MI 49058. The deadline for information to be submitted is Thursday, April 22. For paid advertising or printing services for special events, call 269-945-9554. 77544992 RECALL, continued from page 1 have until 30 days after the petitions were received to challenge the authenticity of any signature. Elaborating further, Jarvis said she would need to conduct a final review of the signatures no later than 35 days after the petitions were received. According to Jarvis, she would verify the signatures relating to Owens, while Owens would be responsible for verifying the signatures relating to Stoneburner and Miller. Both Cichy and Robinson expressed concern over Owens being responsible for verifying signatures relating to the other township officials. However, Jarvis explained that the law provides for such delegation. “She still has obligations, as a clerk, regardless of the allegations against her,” said Jarvis. Jarvis previously explained that, if she received the required signatures before the end of this month, the possible recall elections would be held Aug. 3. In a previous interview, Rebecca Gray, chairwoman of the committee, stated that the four recall elections originally sought would cost between $3,000 and $6,000. Since 1950, 18 tornadoes have touched down in Barry County, but there were none last year. Statewide, there were three tornadoes in Michigan in 2009, which is well below the state’s annual average of 16 tornadoes, according to a press release from the Michigan Committee for Severe Weather Awareness. “The last time Michigan experienced three or fewer tornadoes in a year was nearly 40 years ago in 1970. “All three tornadoes in 2009 hit during the evening of June 19, within a half hour and 30 miles of each other in Allegan and Kalamazoo counties. The first tornado touched down in Allegan County, damaging trees and structures alike. Along the path of this EF-2 tornado, a pole barn was destroyed, doors of a garage blown in and a roof was ripped off an unoccupied home. The other two tornadoes occurred in Kalamazoo County. The first of these was rated and EF-1 and was on the ground for 1.8 miles, which caused major damage to an outbuilding as well as damaging trees and utility lines. The second tornado, rated and EF-2, was on the ground for less than one mile and tore a roof off a ranch-style house and uprooted several trees. No injuries or deaths were reported during any of the three tornadoes,” the press release said. The county with the most tornadoes from 1950-2009 was Genesee County with a total of 41. In that same time frame, Houghton County had the fewest, experiencing only one tornado in 59 years. Some of Barry County’s neighbors have experienced more tornadoes since 1950 and others fewer than Barry. Allegan County had 26 tornadoes in those 59 years; Calhoun County had 15; Eaton County, 25; Ionia County, 17; Kalamazoo County; 25; Kent County, 31; and Ottawa County, 18. “According to the National Weather Service, Michigan experienced the lightest severe weather season in 2009 as compared to the modern era of Doppler radar,” the press release said. “Despite the lull in severe weather activity, significant flooding resulted in nearly $77 million in damages and severe thunderstorms were responsible for one death and approximately $150 million in damages. A total of 93 flooding and flash flooding events occurred across the state in 2009. “During 2009, approximately 75 percent of severe weather in the state occurred on five days: April 24 and 25, June 19 and 25 and Aug. 9. In the state, there were only 161 distinct severe weather events in 2009. Only eight of those were recorded in Northern lower and upper Michigan. To put that number in perspective, in June 2008, there were 415 distinct severe weather events for the state,” the press release said. Next week, April 11-17, is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Michigan as declared by Gov. Jennifer Granholm. It’s also the time when the Committee for Severe Weather Awareness wants to encourage state residents “to review tornado safety procedures and to watch out for rapidly changing weather conditions. “...A tornado watch or severe thunderstorm watch simply means that severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are possible. Residents should gather a first aid kit, flashlight and portable radio or their emergency supply kit. They should monitor the weather through local television, radio or NOAA weather radio,” the press release said. “A tornado warning means that a tornado has been spotted or is indicated on Doppler Radar. Go immediately to the basement or a small interior room on the lowest level. Keep away from chimneys and windows. Leave mobile homes and find shelter in a sturdy building. “When a thunderstorm warning is issued for your area, get indoors immediately and do not use the telephone or electrical appliances. Keep away from windows. Do not take shelter in sheds or under isolated trees. If you are out boating and swimming, get to land and find a sturdy shelter immediately,” the press release said. For more safety tips, visit the committee’s Web site at www.mcswa.org. The committee is also on Facebook. April 8th Steve Jacobs From Your Family and all Your Friends at J-Ad Graphics �Page 6 — Thursday, April 8, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Finkbeiner bridge project going forward The Barry County Road Commission has learned that the Finkbeiner/Crane Road bridge project is moving closer to construction. “The project will be advertised for bids in the next week or so, and the bids will be opened on May 21 in Lansing by MDOT,” said Heather Smith from the Barry County Road Commission. The road commission also was notified that the plan to mitigate 5.4 acres of wetland in Middleville’s Spring Park for .54 acres of prime wetland that will be disturbed by the project has been accepted by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment. The Middleville Village Council approved a conservation easement in Spring Park at its March 9 meeting. Attending the meeting were Brad Lamberg and Smith from the road com- Worship Together… 77544982 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH The Second Sunday of Easter April 11 - Worship Worship 8:00 & 10:45. Noisy Offering for Love, Inc. Sunday School 9:30; Evangelism Committee after 2nd service. High School Youth Group Outing 3:00. Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover-grace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday 9 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Saturday 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 6 p.m. Great Start Meeting This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Susan Gail Sinclair Seasonal weight restrictions lifted for entire state Effective 8:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 7, seasonal weight restrictions are no longer in effect for the entire state of Michigan. This includes both the Upper and Lower peninsulas. For weight restriction information and updates, call 800-787-8960 or access this information on MDOT’s Mi Drive Web site at michigan.gov/drive; click on “Truckers.” All-season routes are designated in green and gold on the MDOT Truck Operators Map, which is available online. The public also may sign up to receive e-mail alerts. MDOT offers toll-free pothole hotline to Michigan motorists Freezing and thawing cycles lead to potholes in the spring. In addition to a toll-free pothole line, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has posted a form on its Web site to encourage motorists to report potholes on state roads. Reports of potholes on state roads (M, I and U.S. roads only) will be routed to the nearest MDOT Transportation Service Center (TSC). “The pothole hotline is an easy and efficient way for residents to help us identify potholes on state roads that need to be repaired,” said State Transportation Director Kirk T. Steudle. “We hope that residents will call the hotline or use the link on the MDOT Web site to report potholes that need attention.” To report a pothole, call 888-296-4546, around-the-clock, seven days a week, or use the “Report Potholes” link on the MDOT Web site at www.michigan.gov/mdot. Those reporting pothole locations are asked to provide the route name (M, U.S. or I designation), the county, the nearest community, and the closest cross street or interchange. Potholes on non-state roads should be reported to local road commissions since MDOT does not have jurisdiction over roads that are not part of the state system. ‘Food for Fines’ program begins Monday at Hastings Public Library From Monday, April 12, through Saturday, April 24, Hastings Public Library patrons will be able to reduce their library fines by bringing non-perishable food items to the library. Foods from the following list of high-protein meals will reduce fines by $2 per item: canned stews, canned chili with meat or beans, Manwich, Spam, canned chicken a la king, solid white tuna, canned chicken or 18ounce jars of peanut butter. Any other donations will reduce fines by 60 cents per item. Donation amounts are applicable only to fines, not replacement for lost or damaged materials. Fines must be on items belonging to Hastings Public Library. No credits will be given for smaller fines paid off with a donation item. Patrons who have no outstanding fines also may donate food items. All contributions will go to the local food banks through Love Inc. of Barry County. HASTINGS, MI - William "Doug" Bradford, age 76, of Hastings passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2010 at Indian River Medical Center, Vero Beach, Florida, after a short illness. He was born September 23, 1933 in Kalamazoo, the son of William George and Mary Elizabeth (Henshaw) Bradford. Doug attended Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo and graduated in 1955. He managed the installation of the first IBM computers at Hastings Mutual Ins. He was general manager for Angle Steel, business manager for Muir Drug/Rite Aid, vicepresident of information systems at Jackson Products and worked in the marketing area of Old Kent Bank where he retired June of 1999. Doug served in the Korean War 1956 1957 and the Berlin Crisis 1961 - 1962. Doug married Margaret "Peggy" (Schliess) in 1953. Together they had seven children. Doug was a member of the St. Rose of Lima Church. He served on the board of directors for the Lakewood Homeowners Association in Florida. His hobbies included golf, playing bridge and he loved convertible sports cars. Doug was preceded in death by his parents, William G. and Mary Bradford and brotherin-law, Warren Roeger. He is survived by his wife, Margaret "Peggy"; sons, Steven (Tina) Bradford of Ashburn, Virginia, Tom Bradford of Dayton, Ohio; daughters, Marcia (Dave) Zaitchik of Livonia, Julie Freeman of Kalamazoo, Susan (Brian) Brogan of Columbus, Ohio, Barbara (Randy) Jordan of Elmer, New Jersey, Laura (Mark) Deknatel of Geneva, Illinois; and siblings, Beverly Roeger of Sun City, Arizona, Bob (Jean) Bradford of Grandville; 17 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held Thursday, April 8 from 6-8 pm with a Rosary at 8 p.m. and Friday from 10 until 10:45 a.m. at Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Funeral Mass will be held Friday April 9, 2010 at 11 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Church in Hastings, with Fr. David Adams and Father Alfred J. Russell, Celebrant. Memorial contributions can be made the YMCA Camp Algonquin Endowment “in support of children to attend camp, regardless of their ability to pay,” P.O. Box 252, Hastings, MI 49058. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). James D. “Jamie” Henion CALEDONIA, MI - James D. "Jamie" Henion, age 41, of Caledonia, passed away Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. Visitation will be Sunday, April 11, from 4 p.m. until service time. Funeral services will be held Sunday, April 11, 2010 at 5 p.m. at the Hastings Grace Lutheran Church. Arrangements are by Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. LOS ANGELES, CA - Susan Gail Sinclair, age 47, of Los Angeles, California and formerly of Hastings, passed away on February 22, 2010, ending her courageous and hard fought battle with cancer. She now rests peacefully in her heavenly home. Susan was born October 15, 1962 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. She graduated in 1980 from Hastings High School. She spent most of her adult life living on both the East and West Coasts. She worked for Virgin Atlantic Airlines for 24 years. She began working in Newark, New Jersey, and also worked in London, England, Johannesburg, South Africa and Las Vegas, Nevada. She was the Airport Manager in Boston, MA and for the last five years, she has been the Airport Manager of LAX airport in Los Angeles, California. She loved to travel, but her favorite pastime was sailing and participating in sailboat races all over the world. Susan loved life and didn't waste a moment of it. She always had a smile on her face and will be dearly missed by her family and so many friends around the world. Susan is survived by her parents, Norval and Donna Sinclair; brothers, Mike (Patti) Sinclair and Brian (Lisa) Sinclair; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Graveside services will be held at Dowling Cemetery on April 12, 2010 at 1 p.m. followed by a celebration of life luncheon at the Courtyard at the County Seat Lounge, in Hastings. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Susan G. Komen for the Cure or the American Cancer Society. Arrangements are by Girrbach Funeral Home. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net) Scott Noethe DELTON, MI - Scott Noethe, age 53, of Delton, passed away March 31, 2010, due to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Scott was born February 27, 1959, in New London, Minnesota, the son of Herman and Eunice (Peterson) Noethe. An employee of the United States Postal Service for several years, currently working at the Oshtemo Distribution Center. Scott enjoyed riding his Harley, working on stock cars, hunting and fishing. On May 14, 2002, he married Marielle Cousins, and she preceded him in death on February 28, 2007. Scott is survived by a son, Joseph Noethe, of Paoli, Oklahoma; a daughter, Kelsey Barker, of North Carolina; his parents, Herman and Eunice Noethe, of New London, Minnesota; a brother Kendal (Robin) Noethe, of Georgia; a sister, Kristine (Gary) Ehlinger, of Lakeville, Minnesota; his father- and mother-in-law, Richard and Carol Cousins; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service was conducted Tuesday, April 6, 2010, at the Faith United Methodist Church in Delton, with Pastors David Hill and Dennis Siddall, officiating. Memorial contributions to Delton Women Center will be appreciated. Please visit www.williamsgoresfuneral. com to view and sign Scott's online guest book. Arrangements by the Williams-Gores Funeral Home in Delton. Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Stay informed on local events... 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Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes Area Obituaries �Social News The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 8, 2010 — Page 7 SCHOLARSHIPS, continued from page 2 Committee took great delight in interviewing Kassandra Keyzer. Perino describes her as a composed, articulate young woman will be going to Aquinas College to prepare for a career in Computer Sciences. She is following a family tradition as this is where her mom went and both appreciate the wholesome environment and the academics offered. She is especially pleased to be attending a smaller school where she will easily get involved. Involvement, she said, “is fueled by my faith, family and community.” In the summer preceding her freshman year, she represented the United States as a student ambassador to Europe with People to People International. She was recommended by a teacher and said it was such a rewarding experience because “I was forced out of an American mindset and could appreciate dif- ferent cultural responses and ideas.” She traveled in a group but during home stays was able to present a different picture of America in France, Italy and Great Britain. She said, “Europeans hold stereotypes of Americans which are mostly drawn from films.” She also gained an appreciation for the perks of being an American. At Wayland High School, Kassandra has been involved for four years with the Debate Team. She is the Team Captain. One of her disappointments expressed during an interview at Aquinas was the lack of such a team. The advisor told her to start one. She has it on her agenda. She is a two year member of Wayland’s Forensic Team. She spoke of participating in a Poetry Slam at Mackinaw where she wrote her own poetry and presented. She is a member of Business Professionals of America and the Pro Youth Team where she is one of four Wayland Representatives. She has been an active member of P.A.L.S. (Peer Assistance Listeners) and is a three year member of Allegan County’s Pro Life Association. She is a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and a four year member of Concert and Honors Choir. She speaks of choir as one of the closest groups she belongs to. She said, “It has taught me the value of teamwork.” In addition to her school involvement, Kassandra has logged a lot of time with her church, Wayland Calvary. She also volunteers with Resurrection Life. New state map features ‘Pure Michigan’ destinations Michigan’s many “Pure Michigan” destinations are featured in the newest edition of the state transportation map, which is now available at Travel Michigan Welcome Centers and Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) offices. The 2010 map features photos from the picturesque village of Leland (on the cover) to cruising in a favorite muscle car during the Woodward Dream Cruise in Detroit. M-1 (Woodward Avenue) celebrated its selection as a prestigious All-American Road last year, the only Michigan route out of 42 new designations in the National Scenic Byways program. Other destinations include dog sledding in the Upper Peninsula, riding a dune buggy on Michigan beaches, enjoying one of the state’s coastal lighthouses and exploring the Capitol. “Michigan is fortunate to have natural resources like sandy dunes and waterfalls, as well as big city attractions and historic villages. You can sleep under the stars in a campground or watch a peaceful sunset or sunrise along the shores of a Great Lake. We’ve got it all in Michigan, and it’s ready to be discovered by travelers in 2010,” said State Transportation Director Kirk T. Steudle. “At MDOT, we are proud to have produced a state map since the 1920s.” Steudle said there are several new features on the map, including more carpool lots (a new symbol added to the map in 2009), and updates to the state parks listing and 02708158 Are you looking to Build or Remodel? Michigan laws. A Web-based version of the map also is available in PDF and Flash formats. Many new city maps are available online, including Gaylord and Petoskey, in addition to the 15 included on the map. About 1.5 million maps will be produced this year, at a cost of 12 cents per copy. To view the online version of the state transportation map, get more details, report a suspected error, or request a free copy, go to the MDOT Web site, www.michigan.gov/statemap. The state’s official tourism and travel Web site, www.michigan.org, can be used to plan the next trip. Gurski-Wolfe Dorothy Burns to celebrate 90th birthday Dorothy Burns will celebrate her 90th birthday on April 12, 2010. Those wishing may send birthday greetings. Spaghetti supper to benefit Meals on Wheels program Brian and Debbi Gurski, formerly of Middleville, wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Tiffany Ann Gurski to Michael Edward Wolfe, son of Dan and Gwen Wolfe of Hastings. The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of Thornapple-Kellogg High School. The groom-elect is a 2000 graduate of Hastings High School and is currently employed at Bradford White in Middleville. The couple is planning an August 7th wedding at the Gurski home on Horsehead Lake in Mecosta, MI. Marriage Licenses The kickoff spaghetti supper for the Barry County Commission on Aging’s annual walk-a-thon for Meals on Wheels will be from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 16 at the Hastings COA. Tickets in advance are $5 and at the door $6. 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Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9-5; Fri. 9-6; Sat. 9-1 Hastings - Ionia 616-522-0792 Fresh Flowers for Any Occasion • Plants & Balloons 77545005 269-945-9452 Remember …Florals, Balloons and Giftware for all Occasions are available in our local area. �Page 8 — Thursday, April 8, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa Tonight the Lake Odessa Area Historical Society will meet at the Freight House at 7 p.m. Kim Deardorff and son Tony will relate some of their experiences from a hunting trip to Isle Royale last year. Plans are afoot for a soup and bread supper at the Freight House Friday at 6 p.m. and the public is welcome. The Ionia County Genealogical Society will meet at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 10 at the Freight House. The topic is the duties of a rural school teacher in the 1800s. A wooden stork with a message from Central UMC rested on the lawn of Ben and Laura Foreback during the late weeks of March. It is now giving forth the message of a new arrival at the home of Stacy and Becky Cole on Fourth Avenue. The new baby is Camryn Henry Cole who was born April 1. His grandparents are Patsy Cole, Dallas Beland, and Kathy (formerly Oesch). Greatgrandparents are Henry and Beulah Beland. Becky was honored at a recent shower held at Central UMC on Sunday following the morning service. The community Good Friday Service was at Central UMC with pastors Jerry Polk, David Flegal, Mark Jarvie and the host pastor taking part. The Chancel Choir sang. Pastor Eric Beck brought the message in the form of a first-person drama as the character Simon Peter. It concluded with a dramatic solo, with keyboard accompaniment by Patricia Werdon. The Maundy Thursday service at Central UMC included a light meal served at tables covered in purple and arranged in the shape of a cross. There was a liturgy used and a ceremonial hand washing around the tables. Each person washed the hands of the next and then Communion was served. Marguerite Dick was able to attend her home church on Sunday with help from family members. She resides at Laurels of Kent at Lowell. Crocus are in full bloom. Quite a few daffodils are at their best. The early variety of tulips have opened but most are still in the bud stage. Birds are busy on the lawns. A few people have already used their lawn mowers. Robert and Lynda Cobb hosted their family. Part of the day’s fun was a hunt for Easter eggs by their younger grandchildren and their great grandchildren. Guests of Carl and Marge Barcroft, at Carlton Center, included their daughter and husband from Bloomingdale, their son and family from next door, granddaughter Christy and husband Casey McDonald of Grand Rapids, Karen Morse with Will and Elizabeth from Galesburg. Karen’s husband had been home for a week, but left early Sunday to return to his employment in Omaha at Conagra. Jerry and Betty Bennett arrived home from their winter in Texas last week. Robert and Virginia Kruisenga returned on Tuesday from their time in Florida. Donald Garlock has retired from his employment with the Michigan Department of Corrections in Ionia. He and his wife Lorraine recently spent two weeks in Florida with her mother Betty McMillen and her sister Marian Weinberg and spouses. The women’s fellowship of First Congregational Church will meet Wednesday, April 14 at 1 p.m. Roxie Hazel and Sue Elliott will be the hostesses. The program time will be spent planning several May events. On March 20, National Ag Day, Herbrucks, of Saranac, hosted its annual spring breakfast. State Rep. Mike Huckleberry of Greenville presented a tribute to brothers Terry, Stephen, Greg and Herb for the contribution of 24,000 dozen eggs for the Haiti earthquake relief effort along with other Michigan Egg producers. This was the 13th annual Herbruck Poultry Ranch spring breakfast. Art and Marcia Raffler and sister Laurel Garlinger recently spent 10 days in North Carolina at Myrtle Beach where they spent many days with their nephew Dr. Steven Garlinger and family. Fred Raffler and wife of St. John’s provided transportation. Fred is employed at Ingham Medical Hospital. George and Judy Johnson returned home recently after two weeks on a trip to Denver for the wedding of their son Ben who with his bride is a teacher in Taiwan. The Johnson sisters, Amelia and Julie, of Sunfield, also attended the wedding. The heavy rains on Monday night produced lots of puddles and mini-flakes. This resulted in a much heavier flow of water into drainpipes, putting sump pumps into more frequent use. Palestinian exchange student to speak in Middleville SPRING LOANS. MADE IN MICHIGAN. Add more green to your spring with Chemical Bank’s promotional rates on vehicles and home equity loans. 3.49% 3.80% 3.49% 3.83% AUTO LOAN* APR HOME EQUITY LOAN** APR Limited time offer. 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Rate without payments automatically deducted will be 3.99%/4.33% APR (60 monthly payments of $368.31). The Progressive Democrats of Western Michigan have invited Palestinian exchange student Rita Nihad to speak at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the Thornapple Township Emergency Services building on High Street in Middleville. Nihad is a scholarship student currently living with the Taffee family in Hastings. She will be speaking of her experiences in Palestine from a young Arab Muslim’s point of view. Interested in dispelling stereotypes of Palestine, she said she is following her dream of becoming a journalist in efforts to represent her world in an unfiltered environment to the public. Members of the Progressive Democrats invite the community in welcoming Nihad at the social time beginning at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Fuel cells on the horizon by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters What scientists call the “First Law” tells us that energy in our daily lives is neither created nor destroyed, only transformed. It’s the chemical energy bound up in natural gas and oxygen that makes heat in your furnace, or electrical energy in my toaster that burns my bagels each morning. But although energy is never destroyed, it certainly can be “wasted” or put to purposes we people just don’t appreciate. My favorite example of that is an overheating pickup engine’s radiator, boiling over vigorously on a mountain grade in the summertime. My four-cylinder “little rig,” as we say in the rural West, gets about 31 miles per gallon on the highway. I like them apples. But wouldn’t it be grand if that figure could be doubled? We would not be defeating the First Law, just using energy transformations more efficiently. And I’m glad to say I’ve seen a prototype of a device I think could do that — and economically, too. The little engine that could is called a fuel cell. There are several types of them; I’ll just concentrate on two, first the one that’s simpler but expensive, then the more complex but practical one that may revolutionize our world. I’ve taught freshmen college students about the first one. It runs like a battery, you could say, but one that never needs charging because it uses fuel. Fuel cells have advantages over batteries. Batteries are very heavy (come to my house and carry in the boat battery in the fall or back out in the spring if you doubt this statement). And batteries, for what they weigh, don’t put out much oomph. The simple kind of fuel cell draws in pure hydrogen gas to an anode (negative) plate, with oxygen fed at the same time along the cathode (positive) plate of the device. There has to be a membrane and a chemical “soup” in the middle of the cell, but what matters for our purposes is that if you connect the negative to the positive parts, you get an electrical current. You can run a lightbulb, power a fan, or do any other form of work you care to with the resulting electricity. And the great thing about the fuel cell just described is that its only waste product is pure water. But fuel cells like this are expensive. The catalyst inside them is made of platinum. And the hydrogen gas fuel is pretty scary stuff; hydrogen burns explosively with even the smallest spark. That’s one reason why, although engineers have long been able to make desktop fuel cells for special applications (or showing students the principles of how they work), your car isn’t running on one today. But what if there were a second-generation fuel cell that ran not on hydrogen, but on mundane fuel like gasoline, diesel or even coal or processed plant matter? All those materials could supply hydrogen to the fuel cell, even though not in pure form. And if they were consumed in the controlled manner fuel cells use to oxidize fuel, they would produce electricity, again like a battery. Here at Washington State University Dr. Jeongmin Ahn and his students are developing these “solid oxide fuel cells.” One of the great things about this next generation fuel cell is that is doesn’t require platinum as a catalyst, using much cheaper nickel instead. Another feature of the fuel cells that knocks my socks off is that one model can run on waste heat. That’s important, and here’s why. A standard car is about 25 percent efficient, meaning it uses 25 percent of the gas you put into it to get you from Point A to Point B, but it wastes 75 percent of the gas as heat. If a good measure of that waste can be fed into a fuel cell, it can help to power the car using an electrical motor — a new sort of hybrid vehicle. “We can double the miles per gallon of cars using that technology,” Ahn said to me. “Easily.” I surely like the sound of that. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Sciences at Washington State University. Homebuyer tax credit deadline is May 1 The U.S. Department of the Treasury is reminding potential homeowners that they have less than 30 days to take advantage of the First Time Homebuyer (FTHB) tax credit before it expires. The FTHB credit provides qualifying taxpayers with up to $8,000 to buy a new home and is available for home purchases under contract before May 1. In Michigan, more than 71,000 people already have collected $466,507,096 in first-time homebuyer credits. “The first-time homebuyer credit has helped nearly 2 million families achieve the American dream of owning their own home,” said Deputy Treasury Secretary Neal S. Wolin. “The expanded tax credit has been one of the great successes of the Recovery Act. Potential homeowners across the country should know about it and should take advantage of it.” Last year, more than 700,000 taxpayers were able to buy their first home with assistance from the Recovery Act expansion of the First Time Homebuyer Credit. Overall, nearly 1.8 million taxpayers have collected $12.6 billion in tax credits to buy a home, due largely to the recovery act. The recovery act expanded the first-time homebuyer credit by increasing the credit amount to $8,000 for purchases made before Dec. 1, 2009. The Worker, Homeownership and Business Assistance Act, which became law Nov. 6, 2009, extended the deadline and expanded eligibility to help more American taxpayers. The new deadline extended eligibility to taxpayers who have a binding contract to purchase a home before May 1 and who close on the home before July 1. Taxpayers who are long-time residents of the same home also are eligible for a credit of up to $6,500 if they purchase a new principal residence by this deadline. “This tax credit has helped put money back into the pockets of Americans at a time when they need it most, and it has played a significant role in the administration’s efforts to stabilize the housing market and the economy as a whole,” Wolin added. The FTHB credit is fully refundable, meaning the credit will be paid out to eligible taxpayers, even if they owe no tax or the credit is more than the tax owed. For qualifying purchases in 2010, taxpayers have the option of claiming the credit on either their 2009 tax return, due April 15, or their 2010 tax return, due April 15, 2011. First-time homebuyers who purchased a home in 2009 could claim the credit on either a 2008 tax return, which was due April 15, 2009, or a 2009 tax return, due April 15, 2010. Humphrey crowned national archery champ 77544990 Chris Humphrey, a 2005 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School and a student at Northern Michigan University, won the bowhunter division of the US Collegiate Archery National Indoor Championships held at Michigan State University in March. This is the first year that United States Collegiate Archery recognized “bowhunter” as a class. Humphrey, a member of NMU Wildcat Archery Club shoots and competes at Straightline Archery in Ispheming. Owners Randall Wellings and Shelley Saxwold have been instrumental in Humphrey’s pursuit from the beginning, assisting and teaching him about various aspects of the sport. The TKHS graduate has been shooting competitively for one year and recently competed in his second national tournament this year in Louisville, KY and is awaiting the results of that event. Humphrey is the son of Jon and Dawn Humphrey of Middleville. ��Page 10 — Thursday, April 8, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dlisa Groeneweg, a single woman and Aaron Ketchum, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 16, 2006, and recorded on July 11, 2006 in instrument 1167012, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Four Hundred Fifty-Three And 23/100 Dollars ($106,453.23), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 150 feet of Lot 38 of Supervisors Glasgow's Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #302584F01 77544961 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James W. Haddock aka James Haddock, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated April 8, 2008, and recorded on April 17, 2008 in instrument 20080417-0004177, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-One And 76/100 Dollars ($66,371.76), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the North 1/2 of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 1, Town 3 North, Range 7 West; thence South in the center of highway 175 feet; thence East 212 feet; thence North 175 feet; thence West 212 feet to the point of beginnning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544605 File #312259F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Martin L Shaneck and Tracy J Shaneck, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 27, 2006, and recorded on April 4, 2006 in instrument 1162186, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Four And 19/100 Dollars ($79,464.19), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel H: That part of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 18, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 88 degrees 58 minutes West 567.47 feet along the South line of said Northeast 1/4; thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 89.57 feet; thence South 69 degrees 00 minutes West 17.46. feet; thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 166.03 feet to the place of beginning; thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 220.00 feet; thence North 69 degrees 00 minutes East 502 feet, more or less, to the centerline of Orangeville Creek; thence Southeasterly along said centerline 249 feet, more or less, to a line which bears North 69 degrees 00 minutes East from the place of beginning; thence South 69 degrees 00 minutes West 610 feet, more or less, along said line to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes over a 66 foot wide strip of land, the Westerly line of which is described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of Section 18, Town 2 North, Range 16 West, thence North 88 degrees 58 minutes West 567.47 feet along the South line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section to the place of beginning of said easement, thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 89.57 feet, thence South 69 degrees 00 minutes West 17.46 feet thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 826.03 feet to the place of ending of said easement. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544269 File #311559F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF BARRY CASE NO. 10-43-CH HON. JAMES H. FISHER FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. HOWARD E. GILLESPIE and KATHLEEN NEWMAN, n/k/a KATHLEEN TULLIS, a married woman, Defendants. / KELLI L. BAKER (P49960) ROBERT J. SHEFFERLY (P67477) Attorney for Plaintiff 333 Bridge St. NW, Ste. 530 Grand Rapids, MI 49504 616-752-4600 / ORDER OF NOTICE OF ACTION AND ALTERNATIVE SERVICE At a session of said court held in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan ON: Mar. 26, 2010 PRESENT: Hon. James H. Fisher Circuit Court Judge Upon reading and filing the attached Ex Parte Verified Motion for Alternative Service, and the Court being fully advised in the premises, that Plaintiff, Federal National Mortgage Association, filed a Summons and Complaint against Defendant, Howard E. Gillespie, on January 28, 2010 with the Barry County Circuit Court of the State of Michigan, Case No. 10-43-CH. IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that service of process upon Defendant Howard E. Gillespie cannot reasonably be made as provided in MCR 2.105. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that Defendant Howard E. Gillespie shall be notified of the Summons and Complaint in the above captioned matter, by: 1. Posting or leaving the Summons, copy of the Complaint and this Order at 6239 Oakwood Dr., Delton, MI 49046 for Defendant Howard E. Gillespie; 2. Sending the Summons, copy of the Complaint and this Order to 6239 Oakwood Dr., Delton, MI 49046 by first class U.S. mail for Defendant Howard E. Gillespie; 3. Serve process on Defendant Howard E. Gillespie by publishing a notice once each week for a period of three consecutive weeks in the Hastings Banner, as defined in MCR 2.106(F), that is published in Barry County, the county in which this action is pending. 4. Serve process on Defendant Howard E. Gillespie by posting the Summons, a copy of the complain and this Order in the courthouse and two other public places in Barry County for a period of three consecutive weeks; 5. Any other method the Court finds reasonably calculated to give Defendant Howard E. Gillespie actual notice of the lawsuit. Upon completion of the service as provided in this Order, Defendant Howard E. Gillespie must take action to answer or otherwise respond to the Complaint within twenty-eight (28) days after the last date of publication by filing a written answer with the Barry County Circuit Court of the State of Michigan at 220 West State St., Hastings, MI 49058, and by serving a copy of the answer on Plaintiff’s counsel at 333 Bridge Street, N.W., Suite 530, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504. Should Defendant Howard E. Gillespie fail to answer or otherwise defend this action within twenty-eight (28) days of service, the Court may enter a default and default judgment in Plaintiff’s favor and against defendant Howard E. Gillespie. 77544966 HON. JAMES H. FISHER — NOTICE — To members of Hastings Mutual Insurance Company, Hastings, Michigan: Notice is hereby given that the Annual Meeting of Hastings Mutual Insurance Company will be held at the Home Office, 404 East Woodlawn Avenue, Hastings, Michigan, on Wednesday, April 14, 2010, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Michael W. Puerner, Secretary 77544238 SYNOPSIS HOPE TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING AND BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING MARCH 15, 2010 All board members present 3 guests Approved: 1/4 mil for Fire Services 2010 1% Administration fee on Property Taxes Adjustments to previous 2010 Road Reports 2010 Budget Previous Minutes Standing Reports Bills 2010 General Appropriations Act Reappointing Betty Tobias as Township Representative of Delton Dist. Library Resealing Cedar Creek Cemetery Drives Adjourned 8:25 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by 77544942 Patricia Albert, Supervisor FORECLOSURE NOTICE In the event this property is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL .7cc please contact our office at (248) 844-5123. This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Russell J Ford, A Married Man and Janet K Ford, His Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc, solely as nominee for American Brokers Conduit, Mortgagee, dated February 28, 2007 and recorded March 5, 2007 in Instrument # 1177145 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned to: American Home Mortgage Servicing, Inc. by assignment of mortgage dated April 1, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Two Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-One Dollars and Sixty-Six Cents ($162,771.66) including interest 7.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 20 of Crooked Lake Summer Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 52. Commonly known as 11050 East Shore Dr., Delton MI 49046 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 4/08/2010 American Home Mortgage Servicing, Inc. Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77544977 Our File No: 10-22349 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gregory A Olmstead a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 2, 2007, and recorded on July 26, 2007 in instrument 200707260000168, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety And 12/100 Dollars ($119,890.12), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 27, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South 300 feet along the East line of said Section 27; thence West 300 feet parallel with the North line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 Section 27; thence North 300 feet to said North line; thence East, 300 feet along said North line to the point of begining, subject to an easment for public highway purposes over the Easterly 33 feet thereof for Guy Road and any other easments or restricitions of records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544645 File #300983F01 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has occurred in a Mortgage made by Daniel M. Hill and Bobbi Ann Hill to First Community Federal Credit Union dated November 24, 2003, and recorded on December 2, 2003 at Document No. 1118544 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $143,990.24. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on April 15,2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East entrance, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 6.2% per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan law. The property to be sold is described as: Located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan: Lot 7 of Crooked Lake Resort according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 52. Which has the address of: 11144 East Shore Dr., Delton, MI 49046. During the 6 months immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241(a), in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Date: March 12, 2010 First Community Federal Credit Union By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) BUSINESS ADDRESS: Stephen L. Langeland, P.C. Attorney at Law 6146 W. Main St., Ste. C Kalamazoo, MI 49009 77544135 269/382-3703 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Phillip Wirtz a married man, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 8, 2004, and recorded on September 10, 2004 in instrument 1133765, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Eleven And 18/100 Dollars ($80,011.18), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Northeast 1/4 of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, described as: Parcel B: Commencing at the intersection of the centerline of Assyria Road and the North line of said Section 9; thence Southeasterly along the centerline 978.31 feet to the palce of beginning; thence Northeasterly at right angles to said centerline 250.00 feet; thence Southeasterly parallel with said centerline 280.00 feet; thence Southwesterly at right angles 230.00 feet to the centerline; thence Northwesterly along said centerline 280.00 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544290 File #311273F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Donald Bruce Goodenough, an unmarried person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 25, 2005, and recorded on August 12, 2005 in instrument 1151056, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Eight Hundred Forty And 29/100 Dollars ($120,840.29), including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1149 of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, County of Barry, State of Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544946 File #314262F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on September 27, 2006, by CARRIE B. CARR, f/k/a Carrie B. Johnson, f/k/a Carrie B. Warner, a single woman, DARRELL L. CARR, a married man, and VICTORIA B. CARR, a married woman (Joint Tenants), as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on October 3, 2006, in Instrument No. 1170909, and a certain Mortgage executed on September 27, 2006, by CARRIE B. CARR, f/k/a Carrie B. Johnson, f/k/a Carrie B. Warner, a single woman, DARRELL L. CARR, a married man, and VICTORIA B. CARR, a married woman (Joint Tenants); as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on October 3, 2006, in Instrument No. 1170911 (collectively the “Mortgage”), on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of Eighty Nine Thousand Five Hundred Ninety Two and 51/100 Dollars ($89,592.51), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 29, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: ALL THAT PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, LYING NORTH AND EASTERLY OF THE HIGHWAY. ALSO COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, THENCE NORTH 2 RODS; THENCE WEST TO THE CENTER OF HIGHWAY; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE CENTER OF THE HIGHWAY TO THE EAST AND WEST 1/4 LINE OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE EAST ON THE 1/4 LINE TO THE BEGINNING, CITY OF HASTINGS. Commonly known as 1235 E. Mill St., Hastings, Michigan. Mortgagee has taken steps to have the property described herein determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241. Therefore, the length of the redemption period will be one (1) month from the date of the sale, unless steps set forth in the statute are taken to challenge the abandonment. Dated: April 1, 2010 MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 77544682 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 2010-2011 WOODLAND TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING DATES All meetings are at 7 p.m. April 6, 2010 May 11, 2010 June 1, 2010 July 6, 2010 August 10, 2010 September 7, 2010 October 5, 2010 November 9, 2010 December 7, 2010 January 4, 2011 February 1, 2011 March 1, 2011 This notice is posted in compliance with Public Act 267 of 1976, as amended, the Open Meetings Act, MCLA 41.72a (2)(3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Woodland Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon 7 days notice to the Woodland Township Board. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Woodland Township Board by writing or calling the following: Cheryl Allen, Clerk 156 S. Main St. Woodland, MI 48897 269-367-4094 or 269-367-4915 06711463 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 8, 2010 — Page 11 OneTimePubNotice OneTimePubNotice FORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Christopher B. Brownell and Christine M. Brownell, husband and wife of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to PNC Mortgage, a division of PNC Bank NA successor by merger to National City Mortgage, a division of National City Bank dated the 23rd day of February, A.D. 2007, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 5th day of March, A.D. 2007, in Instrument No. 1177100 of Barry Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $164,928.36 (one hundred sixty-four thousand nine hundred twenty-eight and 36/100) plus accrued interest at 6.750% (six point seven five zero) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 15th day of April, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Barry, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Township of Barry, County of Barry, Michigan: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 7, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, thence North 43 feet; thence East 452 feet; thence East 173.4 feet to the Southwesterly prolongation of the Southeasterly line of Kline Street; thence North 62 degrees 40 minutes East 30 feet along said Southeasterly line to the Northerly line of South Shore Drive; thence South 67 degrees East 100.0 feet along the Northerly line of South Shore Drive for the true place of beginning; thence North 47 degrees 41 minutes 30 seconds East 111.07 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 45.0 feet; thence North 40 degrees 30 minutes East 80.0 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 591.1 feet more or less to the Northerly line of South Shore Drive, formerly known as Myers Street; thence North 67 degrees West 635.7 feet more or less along said Northerly line, to the place of beginning. Commonly known as: 6808 South Shore Drive Parcel Number 08-03-007-043-10 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 18, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77544190 WWR# 10034794 NOTICE OF RIGHTS UNDER MCLA §600.3205a Borrowers Name: Zackery T. Coenen Property Address: 322 East Madison Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 This Notice is being published pursuant to the provisions of MCL §600.3205a(4) and is given to you in your capacity as the borrower under the Promissory Note, the repayment of which is secured by a Mortgage lien encumbering the real property and improvements commonly known as 322 East Madison Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 (the "Mortgage Loan"). This statutory provision requires that the Rural Development Agency of the United States Department of Agriculture publish the following information prior to proceeding with a sale under the Foreclosure by Advertisement provisions of the Revised Judicature Act being MCL §600.3200 et. seq.: 1. You have the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. 2. Pursuant to MCL §600.3205a (1)(c) the Rural Development Agency of the United States Department of Agriculture has designated the following individual as the person to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL §600.3205b and MCL §600.3205c: John R. Tucker, Esq. Winegarden, Haley, Lindholm & Robertson, P.L.C. G-9460 S. Saginaw Street, Suite A Grand Blanc, Michigan 48439 (810) 767-3600 Phone (810) 579-1748 Facsimile 3. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") . 4. Michigan State Housing Development Authority's website address is http://www.michigan.gov/mshda and its telephone number is (866) 946-7432. 5. If you request a meeting with the person identified in paragraph 2 above by contacting a housing counselor on or before April 15, 2010 (which is within 14 days from the date Notice under MCL §600.3205a(1) was mailed to you on April 1, 2010), foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until July 1, 2010 (which is 90 days after the date Notice under MCL §600.3205a(1) was mailed to you). 6. If you and the person identified in paragraph 2 above reach an agreement to modify the Mortgage Loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. 7. You have the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number for the State Bar of Michigan's Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 968-0738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: John R. Tucker, P-37348 Winegarden, Haley, Lindholm & Robertson, P.L.C. G-9460 S. Saginaw Street, Suite A Grand Blanc, Michigan 48439 (810) 767-3600 PREPARED BY: John R. Tucker, P-37348 Winegarden, Haley, Lindholm & Robertson, P.L.C. G-9460 S. Saginaw Street, Suite A Grand Blanc, Michigan 48439 77544914 (810) 767-3600 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Antoinette Meyers, a seperated woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 14, 2005 and recorded January 25, 2005 in Instrument Number 1140662, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Two Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty-Seven and 38/100 Dollars ($62,727.38) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 15, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: a parcel of land consisting of about 1/2 acre situated in the Northeast corner of the following described land: all that part of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 21, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, lying North and East of Grand River Valley railroad. except: commencing at a point 5 chains West and 6 chains and 62 links South of the 1/8 post of the Northwest 1/4 of section 21, Town 3 North, Range 8 West; thence South 1 chain; thence South 39 1/4 degrees West 1 chain 71 links; thence North 44 1/2 degrees West 5 chains 5 1/2 links; thence South 74 degrees East 4 chains 80 links to the place of beginning. said parcel being conveyed is a parcel of land 15 rods North and South by 104 feet East and West, fronting on the center road. part of Lot 68 of Supervisor Glasgow's addition Number 2 to the City of Hastings. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 18, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 480075041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.3371 ASAP# 3485782 03/18/2010, 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010, 04/08/2010 77544142 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dale B Vandermeer and Annette L Vandermeer, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 15, 2004, and recorded on January 3, 2005 in instrument 1139558, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, National Association on behalf of Morgan Stanley ABS Capital 1 Inc. Trust 2005-WMC3 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twelve Thousand Six Hundred TwentyTwo And 69/100 Dollars ($212,622.69), including interest at 9.49% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the West 1/2, Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 19 minutes 06 seconds West 1323.05 feet along the South line of said Southeast 1/4 to the East line of the West 1/2, Southeast 1/4 of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 1170.0 feet along said East line; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 662.48 feet; thence North 34 degrees 15 minutes 45 seconds West 80.0 feet to the place of beginning; thence North 34 degrees 15 minutes 45 seconds West 502.0 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 423.79 feet; thence North 70 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 351.18 feet to Reference Point A; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 515.0 feet; thence South 06 degrees 06 minutes 37 seconds West 446.42 feet to the place of beginning. Together with a 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes West and South of a line described as: Beginning at Reference Point A; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 515.00 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 660.00 feet to the point of ending of said line. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544336 File #311911F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Janna M Jean and James F Jean II, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Credit Union Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated November 29, 2005, and recorded on December 6, 2005 in instrument 1157209, and modified by agreement dated November 22, 2006, and recorded on December 7, 2006 in instrument 1173596, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Member First Credit Union as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Six Thousand ThirtyThree And 39/100 Dollars ($166,033.39), including interest at 7.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at a point on the South line of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, distant South 89 degrees 54 minutes 44 seconds East, 10.00 feet from the southwest corner of said Section 16; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 05 seconds West, 404.11 feet to the centerline of Kellogg Scholl Road; thence Southeasterly 212.30 feet along said centerline and the arc of a curve to the right with a radius of 3903.54, and a chord which bears South 47 degrees 17 minutes 04 seconds East, 212.28 feet; thence South 45 degrees 43 minutes 35 seconds East along said centerline 373.51 feet intersection of said centerline with said South Section line; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 44 seconds West along said South Section line, 419.87 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544149 File #311335F01 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Bradley Ashcraft and Amy Ashcraft, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc (MERS), Mortgagee, dated the 17th day of August, 2006 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 28th day of August, 2006 in Liber Instrument No. 200608280010894 (Old Doc Ref No: 1169162) of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to Wachovia Mortgage Corporation fka Wachovia Mortgage FBS on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Two Hundred Thirty Three Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy Six & 03/100 ($233,876.03), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 29th day of April, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 8.7900% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Rutland, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTH AND SOUTH 1/4 LINE OF SECTION 26 TOWN 3 NORTH RANGE 9 WEST, RUTLAND TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DISTANT NORTH 00 DEGREES 13' 30" WEST, 1539.67 FEET FROM THE SOUTH 1/4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION 26; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 13’ 30" WEST, 81.01 FEET ALONG SAID NORTH AND SOUTH 1/4 LINE; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 49' 47" EAST, 1257.16 (RECORDED AS 1007.12 FEET) TO THE CENTERLINE OF TANNER LAKE ROAD; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 53' 29" WEST, 81.81 FEET ALONG SAID CENTERLINE; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 51' 55" WEST, 1255.57 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO AN EASEMENT FOR PUBLIC HIGHWAY PURPOSES FOR TANNER LAKE ROAD, AND ANY OTHER EASEMENTS OR RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD. ALSO, THE SOUTH 14 RODS OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 26, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST; EXCEPT THAT PORTION LYING EAST OF THE CENTERLINE OF TANNER LAKE ROAD. During the twelve (12) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 4/1/2010 Wachovia Mortgage Corporation fka Wachovia Mortgage FBS Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Wachovia Mortgage Corporation fka Wachovia Mortgage FBS 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77544563 Wachovia Ashcraft NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on November 1, 2005, by Karen A. Hawthorne, a single woman, as Mortgagor, to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, and which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on November 17, 2005, in Instrument No. 1156378 [the “Mortgage”], on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of Eighty Five Thousand Five Hundred Eighty Eight and 53/100 Dollars ($85,588.53), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 29, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in the County of Barry, and State of Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence South 16 rods for the place of beginning; thence East 10 rods; thence South 16 rods; thence West 10 rods; thence North 16 rods to the place of beginning, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan; also the right of ingress and egress over the following described property: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence East 10 rods for the place of beginning; thence South 32 rods; thence East 3 rods; thence North 32 rods; thence West 3 rods to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 1795 West Pifer Road, Delton, Michigan. Mortgagee has taken steps to have the property described herein determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241. Therefore, the length of the redemption period will be one (1) month from the date of the sale, unless steps set forth in the statute are taken to challenge the abandonment. Dated: April 1, 2010 MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 77544677 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by FLOHE LAND HOLDINGS, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company ("Mortgagor"), to CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, having an office at 2185 Three Mile Road, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), dated April 9, 2007, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on April 11, 2007, as Instrument No. 1179096 and as amended by an amendment agreement dated November 28, 2006, recorded April 11, 2007, as Instrument No. 1179097 (the "Mortgage"). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Seven Hundred Five Thousand One Hundred Ninety and 05/100 Dollars ($705,190.05). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 22nd day of April, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Lot 2, Middleville Industrial Park, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 1 Also (a) all privileges, appurtenances, improvements, buildings, tenements, hereditaments, easements, rights of way, licenses, riparian and littoral rights, mineral/oil/gas/water rights, rights to adjoining land, and all other rights belonging to the abovedescribed premises and which may hereafter attach thereto; (b) all rights to make divisions of such premises that are exempt from the platting requirements of the Michigan Land Division Act, as it shall be amended; (c) all rents, issues, profits, revenues, proceeds, accounts and general intangibles arising from or relating to the premises or any business conducted thereon by the Mortgagor including, without limitation, all rights, conferred by Act No. 210 of Michigan Public Act of 1953, as amended (collectively the "Rents and Accounts"); and (d) all equipment, other goods, and fixtures of every kind and nature whatsoever, now or hereafter located in or upon such premises or any part thereof and used or useable in connection with any present or future operation of such premises (hereinafter called "Equipment and Fixtures"), whether now owned or hereafter acquired by the Mortgagor, including, without limitation, all heating, air conditioning, ventilation, lighting, incinerating and power equipment, engines, signs, security systems, fences, hoists, cranes, compressors, pipes, pumps, tanks, motors, plumbing, cleaning, fire prevention, fire extinguishing, apparatus, elevators, escalators, shades, awnings, screens, storm doors and windows, appliances, attached cabinets, partitions, carpeting, ground maintenance equipment, and similar types of equipment, all of which shall be deemed to be real estate and mortgaged hereby. Commonly known as: 8700 Crane Road, Middleville, Michigan 49333 P.P. #08-41-126-001-20 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77544327 1768048-1 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Amy K Rogers, and Everett D Rogers, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated June 8, 2007, and recorded on June 18, 2007 in instrument 1181844, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Two And 87/100 Dollars ($87,942.87), including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel in the East 100 acres of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 12, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, described as: Beginning 145 feet East of the Southwest corner of said 100 acres; thence North 355 feet; thence East 223 feet; thence South to Highway; thence West to beginning. This Deed is given pursuant to a land contract between the parties dated January 26, 1998 grantors do not warrant any acts or omissions of grantees since the date of said land contract, subject to easements, reservation, restrictions and limitations of record, if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544718 File #312689F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Cathie L. Davis and Mickey Davis, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., Mortgagee, dated August 12, 2004, and recorded on August 23, 2004 in instrument 1132773, and modified by agreement dated March 10, 2005, and recorded on May 16, 2006 in instrument 1146528, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York as trustee for the certificate holders CWALT, Inc., alternative loan trust 2005-21CB mortgage pass through certificates series 2005-21CB as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Six Thousand Eight Hundred Forty-One And 07/100 Dollars ($196,841.07), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel B: That Part Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan, Described As: Commencing At The East 1/4 Corner Of Said Section; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 821.21 Feet Along The North Line Of Said Southeast 1/4 To The Place Of Beginning; Thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 40 seconds West 373.00 Feet; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 247.00 Feet; Thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 40 seconds East 373.00 Feet; Thence South 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds East 247.00 Feet Along Said North Line To The Place Of Beginning. Parcel Is Subject To And Together With An Easement For Ingress, Egress And Utility Purposes As Described In The Easement Description. Easement Description: Subject To And Together With An Nonexclusive Easement Over The Following Described Strip Of Land For Ingress To And-Egress From The Land Conveyed And For The Installation, Operation And Maintenance Of Overhead And/Or Underground Public Utility Facilities. Which Easement Includes The Right To Trim, Cut Down, Remove Or Otherwise Control Any Trees And Brush Now Or Hereafter Growing Within Said Strip: That Part Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan, Described As; Commencing At The East 1/4 Corner Of Said Section; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 821.21 Feet Along The North Line Of Said Southeast 1/4; Thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 40 seconds West 373.00 Feet To The Place Of Beginning Of The Centerline Of A 66 Foot Wide Strip Of Land; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 247.00 Feet Reference Point A; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 253.00 Feet To The West Line Of The East 1/2 Of Said Southeast 1/4 And The Place Of Ending Of The Centerline Of Said 66 Foot Wide Easement. Also Over A 50 Foot Radius Circle, The Radius Point Of Which Is The Above Described Reference Point A. At Such Time That The Street May Be Extended Beyond The Turnaround That Is Proposed To Be Built, Then The 50 Foot Radius Easement Shall Automatically Be Terminated And Only The 66 Foot Easement Shall In Force. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #313041F01 77544922 �Page 12 — Thursday, April 8, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES SYNOPSIS ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BUDGET HEARING MARCH 30, 2010 Meeting called to order at 7:00 by Supervisor Rook. All board members present with the exception of Treasurer Vicki Ritchie. Also present Fire Chief Boulter. Pledge of Allegiance. Review of budget with line items read by Supervisor Rook. $27,700 transfer from General Fund to balance budget. Shortfall due to fire truck payment and decrease in State Revenue Sharing. Presentation of Road Resolution. Motion Perino; support Ribble to adopt the Township Officers Salary Resolution. Roll call vote. Goy: yes. Perino: yes. Ribble: yes. Rook: yes. Motion carried. Officer’s salary shall remain the same as previous year. Public Comment. Board Member Comment. Close Public Hearing. Motion Ribble; support Perino to adopt budget as presented. Roll call vote. Goy: yes. Perino: yes. Ribble: yes. Rook: yes. Motion carried. Motion Rook; support Perino to adjourn. All ayes. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned 8:55 p.m. Unapproved minutes Jennifer Goy, Clerk Attested to by Thomas Rook, Supervisor 77544744 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by HEATHER SUE ORR and SPENCER HEATH ORR, WIFE AND HUSBAND, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated November 30, 2007, and recorded on December 13, 2007, in Document No. 20071213-0005200, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-Six Dollars and Ten Cents ($235,976.10), including interest at 7.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on April 29, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 9, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DISTANT NORTH 89 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 261.00 FEET FROM THE SOUTH 1 / 4 POST OF SECTION 9; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 499.12 FEET ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE; THENCE NORTH DOWN CENTER LINE OF HIGHWAY M-37 395.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 413.44 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 05 DEGREES 26 MINUTES 54 SECONDS EAST 395.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 26, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77544668 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy P Ederer aka Timothy Ederer and Brenda L Ederer, as husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 26, 2003, and recorded on July 23, 2003 in instrument 1109195, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-One Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-Nine And 86/100 Dollars ($81,369.86), including interest at 4.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6, Bryanwood Estates, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 6 of Plats, on Page 14, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan. Also, the West 33 feet of Lot 1, except the South 72.89 feet thereof, Bryanwood Estates, part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 23, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 6 of Plats on Page 14, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544709 File #300248F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Trust In the matter of Linwood E. Burdick and Mary L. Burdick Trust dated July 1, 1985. Date of Birth: January 14, 1920 - Mary L. Burdick. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Mary L. Burdick, surviving Trustee, who lived at 3006 Sixth Street, St. Cloud, Florida died November 16, 2009 leaving the above Trust named “Linwood E. Burdick and Mary L. Burdick Trust” in full force and effect. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the decedent or against the Trust will be forever barred unless presented to Gary L. Burdick within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: April 1, 2010 Stephanie S. Fekkes P43549 150 W. Court Street Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-1921 Gary L. Burdick 1211 Granada Court 77544882 Lady Lake, FL 32159 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeffrey Symonds, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA (the "Savings Bank") from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, acting as receiver for the Savings Bank and pursuant to its authority under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1821(d) via affidavit, Mortgagee, dated August 1, 2007, and recorded on August 6, 2007 in instrument 20070806-0000556, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Thirty-One Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty-One And 01/100 Dollars ($31,951.01), including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land 8 rods East and West by 10 rods North and South out of the Northwest corner of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 13, Township 1 North, Range 7 West, Assyria Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544888 File #313221F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stephanie Stolsonburg, a married woman, as her sole and separate property, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 16, 2005, as evidenced by Claim Of Interest dated March 19, 2009, and recorded on March 23, 2009 in instrument 20090323-0002586, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Three And 66/100 Dollars ($134,243.66), including interest at 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 24, the Westerly 1/2 of Lot 25 and the South 10 feet of Lot 31, adjacent to said Lot 24 of Streeter's Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 37, also the South 10 feet of Lot 31, adjacent to the Westerly 1/2 of Lot 25 of said Streeter's Resort. Also an undivided 1/4 interest in Lot 29 of Streeter's Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 37. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544611 File #250978F01 NOTICE TO CREDITORS TRUST In the matter of Miller Family, Trust dated October 5, 2001. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, BEATRICE ANNA MILLER, born 9/10/1926, who lived at 120 Manor Drive, Middleville, Michigan died 2/16/2010 leaving a certain trust under the name of Miller Family trust and dated October 5, 2001, wherein the decedent was the Settlor and Jane Roon was named as the trustee serving at the time of or as a result of the decedents death. Creditors of the decedent and of the trust are notified that all claims against the decedent or against the trust will be forever barred unless presented to Jane Roon the named trustee at 908 Palmer Drive, Middleville, Michigan within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 3/9/2010 Robert L. Byington 222 West Apple Street, P.O. Box 248 Hastings, Michigan 49058 269-945-9557 Jane Roon 908 Palmer Drive 77544940 Middleville, Michigan 49333 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carol A Etts, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 13, 2005, and recorded on December 15, 2005 in instrument 1157753, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank Of New York Mellon Fka The Bank Of New York As Trustee For The Certificateholders Cwabs, Inc. Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-14 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Four Thousand Nine Hundred TwentyFour And 37/100 Dollars ($64,924.37), including interest at 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 63 feet of Lot 9 of Block 6 of H.J. Kenfield's Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 9, except a strip of land 6 feet in width adjoining the street on the Northeasterly corner of said Lot The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544956 File #313991F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Edwin L Kidder and Shay L Kidder, Husband and Wife to Argent Mortgage Company LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 10, 2005 and recorded October 21, 2005 in Instrument # 1154949 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned through mesne assignments to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for Argent Securities Trust 2005-W5, Asset-Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2005-W5, by assignment dated March 19, 2010 and recorded March 24, 2010 in Instrument # 201003240003077 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventeen Thousand Five Hundred Sixteen Dollars and Seventy-Five Cents ($117,516.75) including interest 9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 6, 2010 Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 9, Block 2, Kenfield's 2nd Addition to the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 37, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 727 East Clinton St., Hastings MI 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 4/08/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company , as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for Argent Securities Trust 2005W5, Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-W5, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77544972 Our File No: 10-21514 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS DECEDENT’S ESTATE FILE NO. 2010-25559-DE Estate of Lyle Wayne French. Date of birth 01/26/1921. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Lyle Wayne French, who lived at 704 Gregg Street, Nashville, MI 49073, died 03/23/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Abe French, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 173 N. Main, Vermontville, MI and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 04/02/2010 Abe French 173 N. Main Vermontville, MI 49096 77544944 (989) 615-2806 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Elvin Colon and Aurea E. Colon, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 30, 2007, and recorded on June 24, 2007 in instrument 1180939, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Two Thousand One Hundred Eighty-Four And 62/100 Dollars ($132,184.62), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Southwest corner of Section 1, Town 2 North, Range 8 West; thence North 189.50 feet; thence North 88 degrees 50 minutes East 277.50 feet; thence South 189.50 feet; thence South 88 degrees 50 minutes West 277.50 feet to the place of beginning, known as Lot "D" The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544617 File #279853F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul D Anderson and Kathleen J Anderson, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third MortgageMI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated March 24, 2008, and recorded on March 31, 2008 in instrument 20080331-0003588, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fifth Third Mortgage Company as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Two And 81/100 Dollars ($127,272.81), including interest at 9.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 1, Whispering Pines Condominiums, a condominium according to the Master Deed thereof as recorded in Instrument No. 1161320, Barry County Records, and any amendments thereto, being Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544750 File #316469F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Richard D. Vanderhoff, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6105 E M 79 Hwy, Nashville, MI 49073-8713. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 2, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 2, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544715 File # 318433F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage executed on November 8, 2007 by Russell J. Knisely, a single man, to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on November 15, 2007, in Instrument No. 2007115-0004222 [the “Mortgage”], on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of Seventy Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty Eight and 31/100 Dollars ($79,958.15), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale having become operative by reason on the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 15, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., at the Barry Courthouse located at 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, or the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan described in the Mortgage as follows: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 36, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, being at a point on Hammond Road which lies due West 1320.68 feet and North 00 degrees 31 minutes East 234 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section 36; thence North 00 degrees 31 minutes East 202 feet; thence due East 217.80 feet; thence South 00 degrees 31 minutes West 202 feet; thence due West 217.80 feet to the point of beginning. Commonly known as 2052 Hammond Road, Hastings, Michigan. The length of redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of the sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with Michigan law, in which case the redemption period shall be shortened accordingly. Dated: March 18, 2010 PURKEY & ASSOCIATES, PLC Attorneys for MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Lori L. Purkey, Esq. 2251 East Paris Avenue, SE, Suite B 77544162 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546 ORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by John and Debra Mays, Husband and Wife of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to American General Financial Services (DE), INC. dated the 7th day of December, A.D. 2004, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 8th day of December, A.D. 2004, in Instrument No. 1138333 of Barry Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $95,744.15 (ninety-five thousand seven hundred forty-four and 15/100) plus accrued interest at 8.25% (eight point two five) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 22nd day of April, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the City of Hastings, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: City of Hastings, County of Barry, and State of Michigan: Lot 4, Block 17 of Lincoln Park Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1, of Plats, Page 55 Commonly known as: 620 West Madison Tax ID No. 5509011200 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77544343 WWR# 10029178 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 8, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Mark Keady and Mandi Snyder, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 13855 Doster Rd, Plainwell, MI 490809061. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 2, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 2, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544885 File # 318549F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Cynthia Earl and Raymond C. Smith, Sr., the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 5741 WILKINS ROAD, HASTINGS, MI 49058 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-539-7400 (Tel), 248-5397401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@ sspclegal.com. Cynthia Earl and Raymond C. Smith, Sr. also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/ mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738 (Tel). Pub Date: April 8, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77544912 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard Gary Sunior and Debra S. Sunior, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2008, and recorded on July 2, 2008 in instrument 20080702-0006820, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Thirty And 40/100 Dollars ($134,030.40), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lots 1166 and 1167 of the City of Hastings, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544650 File #312919F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Daryl R. Hamel, a married man, to Rock Financial Corporation, Mortgagee, dated September 23, 1998 and recorded September 25, 1998 in Instrument Number 1018404, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Eight and 25/100 Dollars ($25,908.25) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 22, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2 of Balm-Meer, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 30. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 25, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.2786 ASAP# 3499798 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010, 77544313 04/08/2010, 04/15/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gregory Gay, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 27, 2003 and recorded March 25, 2003 in Instrument Number 1100750, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by GMAC Mortgage, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Three and 43/100 Dollars ($103,993.43) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MAY 6, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 133.00 feet of the West 328.00 feet of the North 633.00 feet of the Northwest fractional 1/4 of the Northwest fractional 1/4 of Section 3, Town 1 North, Range 9 West. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 8, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 618.2012 ASAP# 3519165 04/08/2010, 77544951 04/15/2010, 04/22/2010, 04/29/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Linda Anaya and David Anaya, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6120 Marsh Rd, Shelbyville, MI 493449438. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 5, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 5, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544920 File # 234484F04 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Charles Wait and Jane E. Wait, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 4391 River Rd, Hastings, MI 490589137. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 2, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 2, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544747 File # 197579F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Charles Aspinall and Yvonne Aspinall, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 197 Warren St, Freeport, MI 493259646. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 2, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 2, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77544916 File # 318599F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William E. Bush Sr., a single man, original mortgagor(s), to B&P Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated May 13, 1998, and recorded on May 19, 1998 in instrument 1012190, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BankBoston, N.A. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-One Thousand Three Hundred Thirteen And 06/100 Dollars ($71,313.06), including interest at 9.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 9 of Culbert Plat No. 1, and a driveway easement across the East end of Lot 8 according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 19 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544655 File #305039F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Eric Van Valkenburg and Heather Van Valkenburg, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 7, 2005 and recorded October 26, 2005 in Instrument Number 1155203, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Four and 53/100 Dollars ($105,324.53) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MAY 6, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the 1/4 post of the North Section line of Section 16, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South along the center of Highway 26.50 rods for a place of beginning; thence South along the center of Highway, 23 rods; thence West 9.50 rods; thence North 23 rods; thence East 9.50 rods to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 8, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.4002 ASAP# 3518052 04/08/2010, 77544927 04/15/2010, 04/22/2010, 04/29/2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by GLEN L. GUERNSEY AKA GLEN L. GUERNSEY JR. and LISA GUERNSEY, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2003, and recorded on May 13, 2004, in Document No. 1127564, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Two Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Three Dollars and Eighty-Nine Cents ($132,283.89), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on April 15, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THE WEST 328.3 FEET OF THE WEST 1 / 2 OF THE NORTH 60 ACRES OF THE NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 23, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 15, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77544185 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Marguerite Benjamin, unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to The Huntington National Bank, Mortgagee, dated July 10, 1999, and recorded on July 26, 1999 in instrument 1033000, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Two Thousand Eighteen And 99/100 Dollars ($22,018.99), including interest at 3.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 49, 50 and Southwest 1/2 of Lot 53, Roseland Park, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 2 of Plats, on Page 42, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544123 File #060926F04 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy R. Frost and Dollene A. Frost, husband and wife, to Chase Home Finance LLC, successor by merger to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated February 25, 2003 and recorded March 11, 2003 in Instrument Number 1099206, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Eight and 71/100 Dollars ($195,238.71) including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 29, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2 of the Plat of West Beach, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 67. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 1, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.7731 ASAP# 3510598 04/01/2010, 04/08/2010, 77544640 04/15/2010, 04/22/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nancy J. Jewell, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 21, 2006 and recorded February 28, 2006 in Instrument Number 1160676, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Three and 85/100 Dollars ($107,393.85) including interest at 7.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 29, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 5, town 1 North, Range 9 West, thence South 30 rods thence West 8 rods, thence North 30 rods, thence East to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 1, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.7905 ASAP# 3510590 04/01/2010, 04/08/2010, 04/15/2010, 04/22/2010 77544635 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sherry L Washburn, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 19, 2006, and recorded on April 27, 2006 in instrument 1163677, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy Thousand One Hundred TwentySix And 48/100 Dollars ($170,126.48), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 8 of Boulder Creek Estates according to the Plat thereof recorded in Liber 6 of Plats, page 23 of Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544935 File #282778F03 �Page 14 — Thursday, April 8, 2010 — The Hastings Banner TK teams both score 109 points in dual with Bengals by Brett Bremer Sound of Hayward’s heave will be overwhelming memory of tourney Have you ever closed your eyes as the last play of a ballgame is played out on the court? I can’t remember ever having done it. They show the fans all the time in the stands on television, eyes clenched shut as a player from their team stands at the free throw line with 1.7 seconds left on the clock in a tie game or as the kicker nods his head for the snap on the field goal that will bring his team back from Down 1. Many times its the coaches’ wives. I watched all of Gordon Hayward’s 50-some-feet prayer from half-court Monday, in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship Game. Duke won, by 2. Butler lost, by 2. Probably the only two facts I’ll remember from that contest. My eyes were wide open, but what I will remember is the sound. Buzzzz. Uhhhhhh. Ohhhhhh. There have been some great finishes to the NCAA Tournament. Keith Smart’s jumper from the corner that broke Ronny Seikaly’s heart in 1987 is probably my first real tournament memory. It gave the Indiana Hoosiers a 74-73 victory over the Syracuse Orangemen. Then of course there’s Rumeal Robinson’s two free throws in overtime to give Michigan an 80-79 win over Seton Hall in the 1989 final. Syracuse’s Hakim Warrick swatting Kansas’ Michael Lee’s three-pointer into the Superdome seats to close out the 2003 championship. Those were all great sights. This one was a sound. The 70,000-some people seemed silent as Butler’s Hayward launched a shot from the right side of mid-court. The buzzer sounded, but the game wasn’t over yet. Still quiet, then a big inhale “Uhhhhhhh.” Then after the ball glanced off the backboard and the front of the rim, “Ohhhhhhh.” Buzzz. Uhhhhhh. Ohhhhhh. Then it was quite again, until the Blue Devils started to party. This was the best championship game in a long time. A Cinderella in Butler to root for, who was only a Cinderella because its name was Butler. Teams that open the season in the top 10 in the polls can’t be Cinderellas. Then Duke on the other bench — the team that everyone loves to root against, basically for no good reason other than that the program has been so good for so long. It was perfect. Every time Duke drew a charge, it felt like I’d been slapped. Every time the Bulldogs drilled a shot was a reason to leap off the couch. Every time the Blue Devils’ seven-foot center Brian Zoubek reached over the top of a Bulldog player and snatched a rebound away, I could howl that it was an over-the-back foul. Every time the Bulldogs’ Matt Howard had a puppy roll off the side of the rim, it was a disaster. Every time the replay of Hayward’s last-second heave is shown on TV, I may just close my eyes and remember it ... Buzzzz. Uhhhhhh. Ohhhhhh. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale Garage Sale Card of Thanks AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 BARRY COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL annual garage sale, April 9th-10th; Friday, 9am-6pm, Saturday, 9am-3pm, 2999 McKeown Road, Hastings. Bag sale Saturday. THE FAMILY OF Muriel Pierce wishes to express their deep appreciation for the many expressions of support during our time of loss. We received countless cards, e-mails, and other expressions of concern and prayer. A special “Thank you” to the Mendon/West Mendon U.M.C.s and Lake W.M.C. for the use of their facilities for services and wonderful luncheons. Also thanks to Eickoff’s for the great service they provided. The Pierces, Robrahns, and Mitchells. BED: QUEEN PILLOWTOP mattress set, NEW, still in plastic, $200. Call (517)4104921 Delivery available. CABINETS PLUS OFFERS custom cabinetry. 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The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Trojans got off to a good start in the conference season last Tuesday, as the Thornapple Kellogg boys and girls track and field teams both scored lopsided wins over Ottawa Hills in Middleville. The TK boys topped Ottawa Hills 109-23. They won 12 of the 14 events, being bested only in the 200-meter dash and the 400-meter relay. The Trojans had a number of athletes win two individual events. Troy Mahon won both throws, taking the shot put at 39 feet 11.5 inches, and the discus at 116-11. Dustin Brummel took the two distance races, winning the 3200-meter run in 10 minutes 53.19 seconds and the 1600-meter run in 4:54.40. Tanin Eckhoff won both hurdle races, taking the 110-meter high hurdles in 18.58 and the 300-meter intermediate hurdles in 44.88. Greg Hamilton won the high jump at 5-6 and the long jump at 19-.5. Matt Raymond won the pole vault at 11-6 and the 100-meter dash in 11.68. Winning single individual events for TK were freshman Aaron Ordway in the 400meter dash with a time of 55.35 and Matt Williamson in the 800-meter run in 2:11.12. The Trojan girls dominated their league opener, 109-7. The Trojans won every event, except the 200-meter dash. TK had eight different girls win individual events. Hana Hunt took three firsts, winning the high jump at 4 feet 10 inches, the 100meter dash in 13.62 seconds, and the 400meter run in 1:02.12. Keep food safe during severe weather April 11 to 17 has been declared Severe Weather Awareness Week in Michigan by Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm, and the Michigan Department of Agriculture is urging residents to follow some simple, but important, food safety precautions when severe weather strikes in their communities. “Spring has sprung, bringing us green grass and budding flowers, but it also brings the threat of severe and damaging weather such as tornadoes and floods which can compromise your food and water safety,” said Katherine Fedder, MDA’s food and dairy division director. “Following a few easy, basic food and water safety precautions will help protect your family’s health during severe weather events. The best rule of thumb is, when in doubt, throw it out.” When severe weather hits, follow these food and water safety tips. If flooding has occurred, discard any foods that have come into contact with flood waters. Drink only approved or chlorinated water if the area has sustained damage from tornadoes or other storms. Discard any items containing particles of glass, slivers of debris or cans with broken seams. If a power outage has occurred, keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible to maintain adequate temperatures. Always discard anything that turns moldy or has unusual color or odor. Perishable refrigerated foods (meats, poultry, fish, dairy products, eggs, etc.) should be thrown out if they reach temperatures warmer than 40 degrees Fahrenheit for more than two hours. Frozen foods that thaw and reach temperatures above 40 degrees Fahrenheit should be discarded. Refrigerated foods will generally be safe as long as the power is not out for more than a few hours and the doors have remained closed. A full, free-standing freezer will stay at freezing temperatures for about two days; a half-full freezer about one day. If a freezer isn’t full, group packages together so they form an “igloo.” If power may be out for several days, use dry ice. Twenty-five pounds of dry ice should maintain freezing temperatures in a 10-cubic foot freezer for about four days. For more information, visit www.michigan.gov/foodsafety or www.foodsafety.gov, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Food Information Line at 888-SAFE-FOOD or call a Michigan State University Extension office. Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them The BANNER To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 Allyson Winchester won the 1600-meter run (5:15.30) and the 3200-meter run (11:34.47). Cassie Holwerda won both the 100-meter hurdles (17.95) and the 300-meter hurdles (51.76). TK also had Aimee Ellinger win the shot put (31-6.5), Erin Ellinger the discus (101-2), Brittany London the pole vault (8-6), Lara Dahlke the long jump (144), and Jordan Bronkema the 800-meter run (2:38.12). The Trojans continue the O-K Gold Conference season when they host South Christian Tuesday, April 13, and then head to Grand Rapids Catholic Central April 15. COURT NEWS Jason Douglas Fugate, 35, of Shelbyville pleaded guilty to one count of possession of a controlled substance, marijuana, second or subsequent offense, in front of Judge James Fisher in 5th Circuit Court last week. Fugate was ordered to serve 30 days in jail, 12 months on probation and pay $300 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights and $68 in state minimum costs. The balance of his jail sentence may be suspended upon payment of $428. His driver’s license also will be suspended for one year and restricted after 60 days in response to the May 15, 2009, incident. Rickie Duane Starkweather, 50, of Nashville pleaded guilty to operating while impaired, third offense. Judge Fisher sentenced Starkweather to six months in jail and 12 months of probation for the Sept. 16, 2009, offense. He also must pay $500 in library fund fines, $60 in crime victim rights, $500 court costs and $68 state minimum costs. Eric Scott Vandecar, 27, of Hastings pleaded no contest to one county of assaulting, resisting or obstructing a police officer he was also found guilty of a probation violation and sentenced to 120 days in jail stemming from the Nov. 11, 2008, charges. He also must pay $500 court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $60 state minimum costs and $69 for a court assessment late fee. Shad Donald Waterman, 38, of Hastings pleaded guilty to operating while impaired, third offense, in front of Judge Fisher March 31 in 5th Circuit Court. Waterman was sentenced to 30 days in jail and 36 months of probation in relation to the Sept. 22, 2009, incident in Barry Township. He also must pay $500 library fund fines, $60 crime victim rights, $500 in court costs, $68 state minimum costs and $500 drug court fees. The balance of his jail sentence may be suspended upon payment of $1,628, and he must participate in drug court. Jeffrey George Bumford, 44, of Delton pleaded guilty to operating under the influence, third offense, in 5th circuit court. Judge Fisher sentenced Bumford to seven months in jail and 36 months of probation in relation to the Dec. 29, 2009, charges. He was ordered to pay $500 library fund fines, $60 crime victim rights, $200 in court costs, $68 state minimum and $500 in drug court fees. The balance of his jail time may be suspended upon successful completion of probation. John Olivarri Montes, 45 of Delton, pleaded nolo contendere or no contest to one charge of embezzlement between $200 and $1,000 in 56B District Court Tuesday, April 6. Montes was sentenced to 24 months of probation and ordered to pay $1,100 in fines and costs. The original charge of embezzlement up to $20,000 or more was reduced to the current charge. A charge of false pretenses, $20,000 or more, was dismissed as part of the plea agreement. Renee Lynn Montes, 42 both of Delton, pleaded guilty to one charge of embezzlement between $200 and $1,000 in 56B District Court on Tuesday, April 6. Montes was sentenced to 24 months of probation and ordered to pay $1,100 in fines and costs. The original charge of embezzlement up to $20,000 or more was reduced to the current charge A charge of false pretenses, $20,000 or more, was dismissed as part of the plea agreement. POLICE BEAT Delton man killed in motorcycle crash Scott Noethe, 53, of Delton has been identified as the victim in an April 1 accident. The Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Department said the accident took place at 9:20 p.m. when Noethe’s vehicle apparently left the north side of the road and went airborne before crashing into a ditch, killing Noethe. According to the report, speed was not a factor in the crash, and there are no known witnesses. Officials said he was wearing an approved helmet possessed the proper cycle endorsements at the time of the accident. Anyone with information about the accident is being asked to call the Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Department or Silent Observer. Lack of yielding leads to accident Hastings Police responded to a minor personal injury accident April 1 at the intersections of South Broadway and South Street. A vehicle traveling north on Broadway, driven by Pamala Hammond, 44, of Hastings, was struck by an eastbound vehicle driven by Paul Taylor, 64, also from Hastings. Police said Taylor failed to yield the right of way. Mercy Ambulance responded to the scene and treated Taylor for minor injuries. Slap jack trumps ace in domestic dispute Hastings Police responded to a domestic assault complaint at an apartment building in the 500 block of South Jefferson Street April 2. Officers were told that the suspect, identified as Timothy Roscoe, 50, from Hastings, became upset during a card game and struck a 45-year-old Hastings woman on the side of the face. Roscoe was placed under arrest without incident and lodged at the Barry County Jail on charges of domestic assault. Alcohol consumption appears to have been a contributing factor in the incident. Burrito bandit booked while still in store Hastings Police responded to a retail fraud complaint at the Shell Food Mart, 135 E. Green St. during the early morning hours of April 3. Responding officers were told by the clerk that the suspect, who was still in the store, had consumed a burrito and chips and then told the clerk to call the police because he did not have money to pay for the items. Officers spoke with the suspect, identified as Michael Odell, 28, from Lansing, who appeared to be intoxicated. Odell admitted to eating the items, knowing he could not pay for them. Odell told officers he was currently homeless and had no where to go. Odell was placed under arrest on charges of retail fraud second degree and lodged at the Barry County Jail. Driveway assault ends in arrest Hastings Police responded to a domestic assault complaint at a residence in the 900 block of North Michigan Avenue April 6. A motorist in the area witnessed the assault in a driveway and called 911. Responding officers made contact with 28-year-old victim in her driveway and observed injuries she had received as a result of the assault. Officers spoke with the suspect, Robert Lee II, 28, from Hastings, who told them he had become upset with the victim after she left the residence with his cell phone, and a confrontation occurred when she returned home. Lee was placed under arrest on charges of domestic assault and was lodged at the Barry County Jail. Alcohol consumption appears to have been a factor in the assault. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 8, 2010 — Page 15 Vikes take advantage of wind in win “The whole team played a good second half, and we seemed to learn from mistakes we made in the first half,” he added. “With only five returning starters from last year’s team, we still have a lot of work to do defensively to hold down the powers in our league.” There were good signs on the defensive side of the ball for Lakewood. Freshman stopper Isabel Salgado played a very aggressive defensive game. It only took the Vikings 10 minutes in the second half to take the lead over the Lions. Whitney Holaski assisted Ashley Durham on the Vikings’ first goal then tied things up as Mixerettes James Process Service 73-47; Kent Oil 71.5-48.5; Dewey’s Auto Body 65-55; NBT 63-57; Nashville Chiropractice 61-59; Dean’s Doll’s 56-64; Sassy Babes 46.5-73.5; Good Friends 44-76. Good Games and Series - T. Drake 174462; S. Drake 167; N. Goggins 158; S. Dunham 164-454; K. Eberly 192-510; S. VanDenburg 204-582; T. Saheffer 187-462; V. Carr 180; S. Nash 167-487; D. Kelley 168472; J. Alflen 188-522. Alicia White moves the ball forward for Lakewood. Ashley Durham shoots against a Maple Valley defender. Salgado assisted teammate Roxanne Powelson. Midway through the second half, the Vikings added their third goal, on a pass from Powelson to Durham. Durham would add a third goal late in the contest. Powelson finished with another goal, and drew a Lion penalty which turned into a penalty-kick goal for teammate Shannon Morse. Lakewood scores five doublebagel wins over Eastern girls The Lakewood varsity girls tennis team opened its season Wednesday with an 8-0 win over the Lansing Eastern Quakers. First singles player MacKenzie Chase had the tightest match of the day, but knocked of Quaker freshman Renee Hoekstra 6-4, 7-5. The Vikings won five of the flights 6-0, 60, with Kelsey Stoddard at second singles, Brooke Fox at fourth singles, the second dou- bles team of Jenna Avery and Kayla Bite, third doubles team of Nicole Graham and Olivia Salazar and fourth doubles team of Jessica Hilley and Nancy Brehm scoring those wins. The Viking first doubles team of Orie Ramos and Abby Haskin scored a 6-0, 6-1 win. At third singles, Lakewood’s Maggie Bowling Scores Wernet took the first set 7-5 and led the second 2-0 when her opponent defaulted with an injury. The Lakewood girls continue their season Tuesday, April 13, when they travel to take on Haslett. They’ll then host DeWitt April 15 and head to the Portland Spring Sports Carnival April 17 to close out a busy week back from spring break. Freeport softball ready for team and individual sign-ups The Freeport Recreation Association Inc. (FRAI) is getting ready for its 2010 adult softball season. The first league to get going will be the coed league, which will play on Friday evenings beginning May 7. The Men’s Fast Pitch Mentor/Novice League starts Monday, May 10, and the regular Men’s Fast Pitch “D-E” League scheduled to begin on the Wednesday following Memorial Day, June 2. Teams interested in joining one of these leagues are encouraged to contact Rich Kunde at (616) 765-5338. Co-ed coaches often are looking for extra female players. Individuals over 18 years of age wishing to join a team may also call the above number, or stop by the ball fields on game night and talk to a coach. All leagues utilize free substitution and everybody bats rules. Team rosters are open and the FRAI reserves the right to classify any player(s) as “ineligible” and refuse participation in any of its leagues. N. Potter 160-452; T. Christopher 190-541; J. Pettengill 131-378; R. Pitts 149; S. Drake 188-456. Tuesday Mixed Grove Street Cafe 76.5-47.5; Hastings City Bank 73.5-50.5; Hurless Machine Shop 6559; Boyce Milk Hauler 65-59; B. County Red Cross 52.5-71.5; J-Bar Antique Tractors 38.585.5. Men’s Good Games - C. Armstrong 242; K. Armstrong 236; P. Scobey 202; M. Yost 202; D. Blakely 188; G. Hause 188; C. Steeby 177. Men’s Good Series - C. Armstrong 615; K. Armstrong 622; P. Scobey 584; M. Yost 479; D. Blakely 539; G. Hause 490; C. Steeby 486. Women’s Good Games - M. Westbrook 205; B. Smith 190; B. Moore 174; R. Gross 166; J. Steeby 162; S. Beebe 157; D. Service 156. Women’s Good Series - M. Westbrook 552; B. Smith 507; B. Moore 407; R. Gross 438; J. Steeby 411; S. Beebe 455; D. Service 417. Senior Citizens Butterfingers 72.5-43.5; Usedtobe #1 7145; Three Gals and a Guy 65-51; Just Having Fun 64-52; Kuempel 59.5-56.5; Sun Risers 59.5-56.5; Ward’s Friends 56-60; Be Happy 53-59*; King Pins 52.5-59.5*; Early Risers 50.5-65.5; M&M’s 48-68; Just Friends 40.575.5. * Games to be made up. Women’s Good Games and Series - G. Scobey 166; B. Benedict 236-486; C. Stuart 164; P. Freeman 173-442; S. Patch 181; Y. Markley 175-440; K. Moore 143. Men’s Good Games and Series - R. Obreiter 194; B. Akers 189; C. Purdum Sr. 226-536; P. Gasper 214-572; D. Kiersey 204555; R. Hart 192-512; R. McDonald 242; W. Mallekoote 170-484; L. Markley 167-440; G. Forbey 167-446. Tuesday Trios ~Final Standings~ Coleman’s 98-30; Lu’s Team 73.5-54.5; CBS 73-55; Trouble 67-61; Lynn Denton Agency 66.5-61.5; Twisted Sisters 66-62; Quick Response 60-68; Lucky Strikes 59-65; Delton Pole 59-69; Sisters 51-77; Super Crips 50-78; Vacant 4-120. Good Games - L. Potter 191; Nikki S. 200; D. James 223; M. Heath 179; A. Keillor 167; B. Innes 163; B. Stacy 145; L. Trumble 159; L. Trumble 164; J. Greenfield 168; S. VandenBurg 192; T. Daniels 236; O. Gillons 171. Wednesday P.M. Haircare 74-46; Four Pals 70-50; Eye and ENT 63.5-56.5; Mill’s Landing 59-61; The River 56.5-63.5; NBT 37-83. Good Games and Series - E. Ulrich 175497; B. Hathaway 172-505; R. Murrah 171467; D. Seeber 183-513; S. Beebe 179-508; SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org MONDAY, APRIL 12 3:45 pm Boys JV Golf South Christian HS A Wayland @ Orchard Hills Wayland Union HS (DH Game 1) Wayland Union HS (DH Game 1) Hopkins HS (DH Game 1) Hopkins HS (DH Game 1)l Forest Hills Eastern HS Forest Hills Eastern HS Lakewood HS Hamilton High (Var. Only) Hopkins HS (DH Game 2) Hopkins HS (DH Game 2) Wayland Union HS (DH Game 2) Wayland Union HS (DH Game 2) A A TUESDAY, APRIL 13 3:45 pm Boys Varsity Golf 4:15 pm Boys JV Baseball 4:15 pm Boys Varsity Baseball 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:30 pm 4:30 pm 5:00 pm 5:30 pm 6:15 pm 6:15 pm 6:15 pm Girls Girls Girls Boys Girls Girls Girls Girls Boys Varsity JV Varsity Varsity JV Varsity JV Varsity Varsity Softball Softball Track Track Soccer Soccer Softball Softball Baseball 6:15 pm Boys JV Baseball 6:00 pm Girls Fresh. Softball 6:00 pm Boys Fresh. 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Railroad, Hastings (269) 948-9472 HASTINGS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Contact Laura 948-0506 to Sponsor the Sports Schedule Bring us your dirt! R MARK YOU R! CALENDA FREE SOIL TESTING Bring a sample to the Battle Creek store LAWN SOIL TESTING April 24th • 9am to 1pm Limit 1 sample per customer, please! Bring 1 cup of soil, free of gravel, sticks, thatch or other debris. The area’s most complete selection of Lawn, Garden, Farm & Pet Supplies, and everything else you need to make your yard & garden grow! FARM BUREAU N Battle Creek Farm Bureau H OP Avenue rc Me ur yD r. Jackson Exit 92 Hamblin Battle Creek H Farm Bureau Climax Village Climax 14325 “OP” Ave. 269-746-4286 N Dickman Rd Battle Creek 295 Hamblin Ave. 269-962-4025 M-66 I-94 MN Avenue Capital Exit 85 McCamly Battle Creek Washington Call 945-9554 for more information. Thank You Battle Creek… and Everyone Else for your fantastic response to our Early-Bird Sale! 44th St. Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Specialists will be on hand to answer your lawn & garden products questions. 42nd St. 77544724 GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! • Bulk Garden Seeds • Seed Potatoes • Onion Sets • Rhubarb & More Serving The Community Since 1920 Open Saturdays ‘til 1pm starting March 27 No sales to dealers. Good while supplies last. We reserve the right to limit quantities. MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:30 TO 5:00 • SATURDAY 8:30 TO 1:00 77544897 Winning the chance to take the opening kick isn’t the advantage in soccer that it is in football. That’s why Maple Valley chose to start with the wind at its back Wednesday against the Lakewood Vikings. The Lions used that edge to build a 1-0 fisthalf lead, but when the Vikings got their turn with the wind at their backs they responded to win the season opener 6-1 over the visiting Lions. “After a shaky first half of rushing our shots and a helpful big, big, wind at our backs in the second half, we came together and played as a team,” said Lakewood head coach Paul Gonzales. �Page 16 — Thursday, April 8, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Hastings track and field teams handily defeat the Wildcats Hastings’ Ben Kolanowski (left) takes a hand-off from teammate Marshall Warren in the 1600-meter run against Wayland. By Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Hastings girls won everything but the shot put and the distance races, starting the O-K Gold Conference duals with a 9740 win over Wayland last Wednesday. Brittany Morgan was a perfect four for four, winning all three of her individual events and teaming with Jessica Czinder, Jessica Lee and Gabby Eaton to win the 400-meter relay in 52.63 seconds. Morgan also won the 100-meter hurdles in 17.15, the long jump at 14 feet 7 inches, and the high jump at 5-0. Other field event wins for the Saxons came in the discus where Taylor Simpson won with a throw of 79-1, and in the pole vault where Taylor Carter cleared 7-0. While the Wildcats won the 3200-meter relay to start things on the track, the Saxons came back to win all three sprint relays. Eaton, Lee, Czinder and Nichole Redman won the 800-meter relay in 1 minute 52.89 seconds, and the team of Heather Cady, Redman, Katy Garber, and Katie Ponsetto took the 1600-meter relay in 4:29.76. Members of those relay teams took the other wins on the track for the Saxons. Lee won the 100-meter dash, Ponsetto the 400 in 1:04.79, Cady the 300-meter hurdles in 53.96, and Eaton the 200 in 27.83. Wayland’s Sarah Zywiczynski won the 3200-meter run in 4:29.76, Alex Forsythe won the 1600-meter run in 5:47.84, and Hillary Burgess won the shot put at 27-9. Hastings boys also scored a win over the Wildcats, 95-42. While the Wayland girls won five events, the boys won just four. Gordon Conley matched Morgan’s performance, winning three individual events and teaming up for one relay win, as well. He joined Chase Delcotto, Josh Coenen and Patrick Lowe in winning the 800-meter relay with a time of 1:36.54. Conley also won the 110-meter high hurdles (no times were released), the 300meter hurdles in 43.52 and the long jump at 19-1.5. The Saxons won the first five events on the track, everything before the 400-meter relay which Wayland took in 48.7 seconds, after the Hastings team was eliminated in a mid-race injury. Brandon Johnson, Ian Beck, Troy Dailey, and Mile Belcher teamed to start the Saxons off with a win in the 3200-meter relay. They finished their race in 9:04. Dailey would later win the 1600-meter run in 4:49.93, and the 3200-meter run in 10:46.08. Coenen won the 100-meter dash for the Saxons in 11.3, and Loew won the 200 in 23.45 and the 400 in 51.52. Hastings’ closed things out on the track with the team of Maxwell Clark, Matt Schild, Mitch Kolanowski and Marshall Warren winning the 1600meter relay in 3:48.08. The other winners in the field for the Hastings boys were Luke Densmore who won the shot put at 47-.5 and Dewey Slaughter who took the high jump at 6-0. Saxon Nicole Redman (left) takes a hand-off from Heather Cady in the 1600meter relay against the Wildcats of Wayland. Maxwell Clark leads a pack of Saxon and Wildcat runners in the 1600-meter run March 31. Jessica Lee (right) edges out Saxon teammate Jessica Czinder in the 100-meter dash. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto) � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-04-15.pdf 68d21b895084169831fdf0f98c81a967 PDF Text Text Another resignation in Prairieville Twp. Is the tea party movement growing? No-hitter for Saxons in league opener See Story on Page 3 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 14 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 15 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, April 15, 2010 NEWS Fewer deaths investigated in Barry County in 2009 BRIEFS Spaghetti supper will benefit Meals on Wheels The kickoff spaghetti supper for the Barry County Commission on Aging’s annual Walkathon for Meals on Wheels will be from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 16, at the Hastings COA. Tickets in advance are $5, and at the door $6. There will also be opportunities to be the first to bid on all the gift baskets donated for the silent auction, which will run until the walkathon on May 22. Dance for the trail will be April 16 The doors of the Greenery Room at the Middle Villa Inn will open at 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 16, for a concert by Chance Encounter from 7 to 10 p.m. Anyone planning to attend to the concert should call 269-795-3640 to make reservations, especially if planning to dine. Those attending the concert may purchase food from the full menu. A cash bar will be available. Members of the Thornapple Trail Association will receive a portion of the $7 per-person cover charge. Jean Lamoreaux of the trail association said the group is hoping to extend the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail from Caledonia to Nashville. For more information about the TTA, call 616-293-8666. Those attending the concert can dance to the music or just sit and enjoy listening. The trail association has also planned some surprises for the evening. Tree sale and distribution is this weekend The Barry Conservation District’s spring tree sale and distribution will be held Friday, April 16, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, April 17, from 9 a.m. to noon at Historic Charlton Park. Most sales are based on pre-orders, however, several varieties of fruit trees, shrubs, hardwoods and evergreens will be available at the sale. Tree planting supplies, wildlife books and locally made bird feeders also will be available for purchase. Barry Conservation District staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer tree planting and maintenance questions. For more information, call the conservation district office at 269-948-8056 ext. 3. by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At Tuesday’s meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners, two presentations were delivered to the board, including one by Dr. Philip Croft, the medical examiner for Barry County, and another by Valerie Byrnes, director of the Barry County Economic Development Alliance. Croft provided the commissioners with an annual report focusing on work completed last year by the county’s office of the medical examiner. “In 2009, there were 366 deaths within Barry County,” he said. “Of those, 82 ... were reported to our office, so about 22 percent.” According to a written summary available at the meeting, the office is responsible for investigating “sudden, violent, unexpected ... and suspicious deaths” that take place in the county. “The main duties of the office of the medical examiner are to determine the cause and manner of death ... and to certify deaths that are reported to the medical examiner,” the summary states. Of the deaths that were reported to the medical examiner’s office last year, Croft said 53 were from natural causes, 16 from accidents and eight from suicide. The manner of five of the deaths could not be determined, he added. Allowing for comparison, Croft said that, in 2008, there were 345 deaths in the county, 87 of which were investigated by his office. As part of Byrnes’ presentation, she spoke to the commissioners about what the alliance has been involved in during the first quarter of the year. Byrnes detailed numerous pursuits that she and others from the alliance recently were involved in, including activities intended to bring additional business to the county and support established businesses. Looking at upcoming events, Byrnes said the Barry County Business Celebration and Showcase is scheduled to take place next month at the Barry Expo Center and will feature workshops and speakers related to small businesses. She said that, while the event would cater to all types of businesses, it would provide special focus on local manufacturers. “We want to get people excited about the things that are made in Barry County,” she said. According to Byrnes, the profile of those who attend the event this year will help determine whether successive hostings of the event will be geared toward either the community or business owners. In other business, the board unanimously appointed several people to various boards, including the Barry County Planning Commission. Both Jack Nadwornik, who was appointed to the body in 2007, and Suzanne Lockwood Hayes were appointed to seats on the commission that carry three-year terms beginning May 1 and ending April 30, 2013. However, the appointment of Hayes was preceded by a discussion on whether she would be legally able to serve on the commission. Hayes resides in Rutland Charter Township, which utilizes its own planning and zoning ordinances, and when the commissioners met April 6 as a committee of the whole, Craig Stolsonburg, vice chairman of the board, raised a concern that where Hayes lives might preclude her from serving on the commission. As a result, the commissioners voted last week to base their decision regarding Hayes’ appointment on the advice of legal counsel. At this week’s meeting, Robert Houtman, chairman of the board, reported that the deputy administrator of the county, Luella Dennison, had met with legal counsel about Hayes and was given no reason for her to not serve on the commission. “Luella had a conference with our attorney, and the attorney said that, under the situation with Suzanne Lockwood Hayes, that she could in fact be appointed,” he said. Along with other duties, the planning commission is responsible for overseeing developments in certain townships as they relate to the county’s planning and zoning ordinances. The board also discussed a concern raised by Chuck Reid, a current member of the commission, whose term expires at the end of this month. Barry County Planning Director James McManus explained that, unlike previous state statutes, current regulations do not preclude residents of cities and villages from serving on planning commissions. However, Reid noted that the county’s published advertisement seeking applicants for the commission reads that city and village residents were unable to apply. While Hayes was the only person to apply for a position on the commission, Reid suggested that a decision on Hayes’ appointment be postponed and a corrected advertisement seeking applicants for the commission be published, so that no eligible applicant would be excluded from the process. “Recognize that we did have a clerical error in that advertisement, and that obviously won’t happen again,” Houtman told the commissioners before Hayes’ appointment. “But if there’s anybody on the board that feels strongly enough about that — that that excluded some folks — please vote ‘no’ on this.” Prior to Hayes’ appointment, Commissioner Michael Callton also addressed the advertisement, saying that postponing a decision regarding her possible appointment until after a corrected advertisement was published might set an undesirable precedent. The board also appointed resident Douglas Hartough, City of Hastings City Council member David Jasperse, Barry Intermediate School District Superintendent Jeff Jennette, Irving Township Supervisor George London and Barry County Treasurer Susan VandeCar to seats on the county’s tax allocation board that carry one-year terms beginning retroactively on April 1 and ending March 31, 2011. Jasperse, Jennette, London and VandeCar previously served on the tax allocation board. The tax allocation board is responsible for determining how funds from millages are COUNTY BOARD, continued on page 8 DNRE passes the buck, City Council passes the butt by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During the Hastings City Council meeting Monday evening, John Lerg, a wildlife field biologist from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment (DNRE) office in Plainwell gave no solid answers to how the city should proceed with alleviating the increasing problem of deer in the city limits. Lerg presented suggestions on how to organize and open a dialogue with the community about the issue and create a deer management plan. Later, the city council denied a request from Hastings Manufacturing CEO Fred Cook to ban smoking in the First Ward Park. Hastings Manufacturing, located adjacent to the park, has recently become a smoke-free workplace. In an e-mail to Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield, which was submitted to the coun- cil, Cook wrote, “... Is it possible for the city council to address the banning of smoking in the North Hanover Street park ... (I would like smoking to be banned in this park) ... then I will have less of a fight when I forbid my employees from walking to the park and smoking during working hours ... I may still ban smoking ... but life is easier if the council steps up to protect the city workers, the kids who use the skate park and the young families who use the sandbox and swing sets.” In an e-mail to Cook, which was also presented to the council, Mansfield explained that the city council has adopted policies establishing city hall and Hastings Public Library and their grounds as smoke-free, and included provisions banning smoking by City employees in any City-owned equipment or facility. However, he added, “The State of Michigan recently adopted a law that will become effective in May, banning smoking in all public workplaces. For City employees, this may well include public parks since we perform work in those locations. Whether that ban will inher- ently be extended to members of the general COUNCIL, continued on page 5 M-43 repaving near Hastings to begin Monday About six miles of M-43 Highway, from the north Hastings city limits to Usborne Road in Barry County, will be repaved beginning Monday, April 19. Completion is expected by Aug. 20. The Michigan Department of Transportation project includes guardrail and intersection improvements, permanent signs and pavement markings. State funds will cover the cost of the $2.1 million project, said Nick Schirripa, MDOT southwest region communications representative. One lane of alternating traffic will be maintained with a flagging operation during the work. “The new pavement, safety features, signs and pavement markings will provide for a smoother, safer ride for motorists,” Schirripa said. “MDOT’s 2010 road and bridge program supports the creation of jobs, growth of the economy, preservation of the environment and the safety and security of the transportation system.” Toothbrush sales to help prevent child abuse On Friday, April 17, the Exchange Club of Hastings will host three toothbrush sales around Barry County. All proceeds will be used to help fund programming for the Child Abuse Prevention Council of Barry County. Dr. Stacey Garrison of General Dentistry in Hastings will be providing the toothbrushes. Sales will be held at the Felpausch located at 103 N. Grove St. in Delton, Family Fare located at 902 W. State St. in Hastings and Middleville Market Place, See NEWS BRIEFS, continued on page 2 Hastings boy to perform in concert featuring Kellogg pipe organ Marshall Cherry (top) of Hastings joins with fellow members of the Battle Creek Boychoir Ned Spitzer, George Almeida and Caleb Lautzenhiser in preparation for a choral concert April 24, featuring a renowned pipe organ that was a gift of W. K. Kellogg. (See story inside) The Michigan Department of Transportation will be repaving about six miles of M43, shown on the map, north of Hastings in Barry County. Monday is the estimated starting date, according to MDOT. �Page 2 — Thursday, April 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner NEWS BRIEFS continued from front page 4650 N. M-37 Higheay in Middleville. Dinner, auction to benefit St. Rose School Saturday A dinner and live and silent auctions will be part of the fun starting at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, April 17, to benefit St. Rose School in Hastings. The public is welcome to attend the event at the Walldorff Brewpub and Bistro in downtown Hastings. Auction items include a Hastings Area Schools athletic pass, a one-week time share in Orlando, Fla., a one-week stay at a cottage on Beaver Island, tickets to Daughtry (American Idol) at the Van Andel Arena, one-fourth black Angus beef, Nintendo DSI, golf outings, pictures, jewelry and more. Tickets and information about donating to the event may be obtained by calling Missie Caris at 269-948-2450, Becky Zellmer at 517-852-0818 or the school office at 269-945-3164. Findings from local ‘dig’ to be presented Those who love digging into the past will want to be at Hastings Public Library at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 20, to learn about the Indian Landing archaeological excavation now going on at Historic Charlton Park. The presentation will conclude the library’s adult winter reading program. Casey Huegel, a Grand Valley State University student who is involved in the excavation, will answer questions at the end of the presentation. Attendees will learn about the excavation site, the objects found and what they tell about those that lived on the property. Anyone visiting the library can see the display featuring artifacts uncovered in the excavation. For more information, contact Historic Charlton Park at 269-945-3775, e-mail charltonpark@barrycounty.org, or call the library 269-945-4263. Fresh Food Initiative site changed Due to events being held at First United Methodist Church in Hastings Wednesday, April 21, the Fresh Food Initiative will be held at the Church of the Nazarene at 1716 N. Broadway on that date. The distribution will return to the First United Methodist Church April 28. For more information, call Morgan Johnson at the Barry County United Way Volunteer Center, 269-945-4010. Community-wide Prayer Shawl Day set for April 24 The Hastings First United Methodist Church Prayer Shawl Ministry will host the first community-wide Prayer Shawl Day at the Hastings Public Library Saturday, April 24, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be displays of completed shawls as well as demonstrations of a variety of techniques such as crocheting, knitting and quilting shawls. Stitchers are invited to spend the day in a marathon of stitching and fellowship. To register to participate or for more information about the community-wide Prayer Shawl Day, call 269-945-9113. Hastings boy to perform in concert featuring Kellogg pipe organ Few people know that Battle Creek is home to a half dozen of the finest pipe organs in the world, and that W. K. Kellogg had a hand in the purchase of all of them, said Peter Ingalls, director of marketing for the Music Center of Batle Creek. One of Kellogg’s crown jewels, the organ at St. Philip Catholic Church, will be on fullvoiced display Saturday, April 24, as the Battle Creek Boychoir and the Battle Creek Community Chorus present “Glorious Sounds in a Grand Space.” Starting at 7:30 p.m., the singing will include “surround sound” Gregorian chant, featuring the ethereal voices of the Boychoir from various locations in the expansive Romanesque church. Among the Boychoir members who will be singing is 12-year-old Marshall Cherry, son of Jason and Amy Cherry of Hastings. The Community Chorus will present Britten’s “Rejoice in the Lamb,” a dramatic and whimsical song of praise based on poems written in an insane asylum by the 18th century English poet Christopher Smart. Organ solos will be performed by St. Philip’s resident organists Wanza Grantier and Dr. Mark Wells. The concert will include original music composed by Boychoir director Brooks Grantier and by Community Chorus guest director Dr. Stan Pelkey, who also directs music at First Presbyterian Church. Concert-goers are invited to arrive at 6:30 p.m. for a free learning tour of the St. Philip pipe organ, led by Battle Creek’s young professional organ builder Trevor Dodd. In the 1920s, Kellogg hired the legendary organ builder E. M. Skinner to build organs at Kellogg’s residences on Gull Lake and in California. Kellogg then contributed to the purchase of Skinner organs for three Battle Creek churches and for W.K. Kellogg Auditorium. Kellogg and Skinner shared a kinship as self-made men with limited formal education. Skinner’s most famous organ is in the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. Also featured in the upcoming concert will be works by Robert Crandell — who grew up in Battle Creek, made his name in New York, and is now buried at Oak Hill Cemetery — and by the late St. Philip music director Calvert Schenk. The Battle Creek Boychoir and the Battle Creek Community Chorus are programs of the Music Center. Call the Music Center at 269-565-2199 or visit www.YourMusicCenter.org for ticket information. Hastings township may use eminent domain to acquire easements by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At their meeting Tuesday, members of the Hastings Charter Township Board unanimously adopted a resolution demonstrating their intent to utilize eminent domain as a means of acquiring easements for three properties to aid in the construction and future maintenance of pipe for a planned sewer system that would service properties on and around Leach and Middle lakes. The easements sought are located at 116 Coats Grove Road, 220 Coats Grove Road and 1852 N. M-43 Highway. According to Hastings Charter Township Clerk Bonnie Cruttenden, foreclosure, lack of communication and unwillingness have prevented the easements from being acquired. The three properties are among 22 in the township that would utilize the system, and the owners of all but those three properties have granted easements necessary for the system, she added. Relating to the adopted resolution, the board also passed a motion instructing the township’s legal counsel, attorney John Lohrstorfer, to offer to purchase the easements on behalf of the township for between $10 and $50. Relaying an explanation from Lohrstorfer, Cruttenden explained that such offers would need to be made before the easements could be acquired through eminent domain. The proposed project — a septic tank effluent pump system that would pump away liquid waste and utilize tanks to store solid waste for eventual retrieval — would be owned by Carlton Township and serviced by the City of Hastings. Only a small section of Leach Lake lies within Hastings Charter Township. Most of it is in the boundaries of Carlton Township. Hastings Charter Township contracted with Carlton Township and the City of Hastings to allow some of its residents to utilize the system, which is under construction. Nashville council waits on zoning issue, approves cable contract by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer The debate over who will conduct zoning in the village of Nashville continues. At its March 25 meeting, the village council sent the issue back to the planning commission for further details and consideration. The planning Follow the Stars H H H H H commission is to make a recommendation to the whole council within 90 days. Village Council President Frank Dunham said many questions remain about the possibility of turning zoning responsibility over to the county and that the planning commission will work to answer those questions At their meeting Thursday, April 8, council members voted to accept a new cable franchise agreement. Council member Sandra Lundquist was absent. The contract includes a 3 percent franchise fee paid to the village. Michael Nierman purchased the cable company located in the village and said at the meeting that he and his company would rebuild the current building and move it outside of the fence at the water tower site. Currently, the building is within a fence around the water tower, making access sometimes difficult. The council could have levied anywhere from zero to 5 percent for the franchise fee and also could have charged a Public, Education and Government, or PEG, fee which it waived. Council member Mary Coll said she has been in contact with fellow council member Laurie Austhof. The council granted Austhof excused absences during the winter since she travels to Florida. Coll said Austhof will be unable to return to Michigan until at least July due to medical issues. Austhof asked Coll to seek opinions of other council members on whether she should resign from the position. Council members said they were reluctant to advise Austhof and said it was a decision she would have to make on her own. Dunham said Austhof’s post would be up for election this year, and her absence through July would hinder her from being able to file the necessary paperwork to run again. “It might be in our best interest if she were to resign at this time,” said Dunham. “We excused her for the winter. It would be unfortunate if she had to resign,” said Mayor Pro-tem Mike Kenyon. “Laurie’s very bright and knowledgeable,” During the meeting, the council also: • Accepted the resignation of Ron Bracy from the zoning board. Bracy said his recent reappointment as zoning administrator created a conflict of interest. • Accepted the application of resident Audrey Potter to serve on the planning board. • Unanimously approved the VFW’s permit for a Memorial Day parade through the village. • Heard a report from Police Chief Jerry Schray that there were five arrests and 141 calls for service during the past month. The department also has conducted 115 Breathalyzer tests since January for $575 in revenue and has collected $470 fees in parking tickets. The council will meet again Thursday, April 22, at 7 p.m. in the village offices. Nominations sought for Book of Golden Deeds Award to one of the strongest banks in the nation. Hastings City Bank has been awarded BauerFinancial’s* highest 5 Star Superior rating for financial strength and stability as of December 31, 2009. We are the only bank in our service area to have this coveted rating. *BauerFinancial has been providing the public with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions regarding their banking relationships for over a quarter of a century. For the rating of any U.S. bank or federally insured credit union, simply visit www.bauerfinancial.com 77545125 The Exchange Club of Hastings is seeking nominations for the 2010 Book of Golden Deeds Award. This is an exclusive Exchange Club program that honors members of the community who serve their fellow citizens. The club annually seeks to recognize a member of the community for his or her exceptional public-spirited deeds who, because of quiet unassuming dedication, may be unrecognized for his or her activities. The award will be presented during Mayor Exchange Day Wednesday, May 19. In addition to being recognized at a lunch- eon, the Book of Golden Deeds recipient has the honor of being the grand marshal of the Hastings Summerfest parade in August. To nominate someone for the award, pick up an application at the Hastings Public Library. After filling out the nomination form, return it to the library in person or via mail by Friday, May 7. The Exchange Club is a national service organization whose volunteers seek to better their community through service to others. For more information, call Nancy Bradley at 269-948-2763. Fires destroy garage, barn several vehicles Hastings Fire Department, along with Freeport and Nashville units, responded to a garage fire on Maple Lane Road in Hastings Township around 9 a.m. Monday, April 12. Firefighters were unable to save the garage or its contents. A 2003 Ford F150 pickup truck, several ATV vehicles and three motorcycles were destroyed in the blaze. The flames also damaged two campers parked near the garage. Hastings firefighters also responded to a blaze Sunday afternoon, April 11, at 4980 E. M-79 Highway, in Hastings Township. A barn and its contents were destroyed in the blaze. The fire began when a pile of burning trash was left unattended, spread to nearby grass and then proceeded on to engulf the barn. The contents of the barn included a baler, rake, hay and straw. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 15, 2010 — Page 3 Thornapple Jazz Festival returns to Hastings this weekend There will be not just one, but two headline concerts during the Thornapple Arts Council’s seventh annual jazz festival, sponsored by Hastings City Bank. The festival will be held Friday, April 16, through Saturday, April 17, at locations throughout Hastings. “We are excited to have two such high-caliber groups performing in Hastings. Both Good Company and the Grand Rapids Jazz Orchestra are very high-quality performances and offer Barry County residents the opportunity to hear professional jazz right in our community,” said Jazz Festival Chairman Joe LaJoye. Good Company Vocal Jazz will perform at 7 p.m. Friday night, and the Grand Rapids Jazz Orchestra will perform at 6 p.m. Saturday night. The Steelheads, a steel drum group from Flint, sponsored by Family Fare, also will perform at 5 p.m. Friday. Headliner concert tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. Both concerts will be at the Hastings First United Methodist Church, 209 W. Green St. The arts council is holding its annual membership drive, and anybody who becomes a member gets into one of the headlining shows for free. Different membership levels have a corresponding number of complimentary tickets, but the lowest level includes one ticket people can use at either concert. The arts council also will raffle a Yamaha electric guitar and amplifier that are displayed at State Grounds Coffee House. Tickets are $2 each or three for $5. The drawing will be at the Saturday night concert. Tickets are available before the event by calling the office at 269-945-2002. School groups will perform all day Friday and Saturday at Hastings Public Library and Hastings City Bank. “The jazz festival is a great opportunity for students to showcase their talents, as well as work with professional musicians to cultivate their skills,” said LaJoye. “The Thornapple Arts Council does a great job of getting highquality student groups and well-respected musicians working together for a great event.” “We are really excited to have great clinicians working with the students this year,” he added. “These guys are fantastic jazz musicians, and the kids will get a lot out of working with them.” This year’s clinicians are Bob Nixon and Tim Froncek, co-leaders of the Grand Rapids Jazz Orchestra. “We’re really excited to have Bob and Tim working with the students this year,” said LaJoye. “These guys ate fantastic jazz musicians, and the kids get a lot out of working with them.” Each year, conductors of participating middle school and high school jazz bands have an opportunity to nominate two students to the middle school and high school all-star bands. Students named to the all-star bands are given pieces of music to learn and work on individually. Then, during the jazz festival, they get together with other all-star band members and work with a guest conductor. This year’s Middle School All-Star Band conductor is Kevin Kreiger. He is in his 19th year of directing bands at Jackson Middle School at Parkside. He started an after-school jazz band that eventually turned into a daily class. His jazz ensembles have scored top ratings at state jazz festivals for 11 years with as many invitations to the Detroit Jazz Festival, where they have performed five times. The 2010 Thornapple Arts Council Jazz Festival Middle School All-Star Band members are alto 1, Cassidy Splawn, DeWitt; alto 2, Devin Hamlin, Hastings; alto 2, Parker Groom, Lowell; tenor 1, Larry Sumner, Jackson Parkside; tenor 2, Jacob Thompson, Portland; baritone, Chuckie Billingsly, DeWitt; trumpet, Maya Rowland, Jackson Parkside; trumpet, Brent Proseus, West Michigan Home School; trumpet, Ben Peterson, Lowell; trumpet,Rick Mister, Portland; trombone, Josh Miller, Brandon; trombone, Lexy Roty, Jackson Parkside; trombone, Cameron Simon, Portland; trombone, Kelvin Anderson, Lowell; trombone, Nile Ragatz, DeWitt; piano, Chloe Gregory, Brandon; bass, Jacob Frazier, Jackson Parkside; drums, Matt Johnson, Hastings; guitar, Cameron West, DeWitt; guitar, Gated-pay station increases revenues at Prairieville’s Gull Lake Park The gated-pay station at Prairieville’s Gull Lake Park on North M-43 Highway has proved to be a “great investment,” according to a press release from the township’s park commission. The automated gate has been in service since Jan. 1 and yielded the “best winter season” revenues the township has received. “From Jan. 19 through March 10, 2010, our gross revenue was $12,672 and exceeded the total proceeds from the previous eight winters combined,” the press release said. For visitors’ convenience, the gated-pay station is capable of handling coins, bills, Visa/MasterCard debit and credit cards as well as the township’s yearly electronic parks pass. (Passes may be purchased at the township hall). Several Eagle Scout projects are scheduled to be completed this summer, including a new and improved walkway with an accessible picnic table, which will be installed along the way to the floating dock at the Gull Lake Park. A possible public service project for a massive clean-up at the Pine Lake Recreation Area is also in the works. Prairieville Township’s parks, in addition to the Gull Lake site, are the Pine Lake Recreation Area on Doster Road, Prairieville Municipal Park in downtown Prairieville, the Upper Crooked and Lower Crooked launch sites, Pine Lake Center Street launch site and the Parker Road roadside park. All of the parks are now equipped with handicapped accessible bathroom facilities. The township’s parks are totally funded by proceeds received from its launch sites and the revenue from the cell tower at the Pine Lake Recreation Area, the press release said. Coldwater River receives grant to aid trout The Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited chapter was awarded $40,750 last week by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s Sustain Our Great Lakes program to improve habitat on the Coldwater River. The grant will fund restoration of 2,500 feet of habitat in the Coldwater River to reduce bank erosion and enhance populations of trout and other wildlife. “This funding will allow Schrems West Michigan TU to showcase the potential of the Coldwater River as an outstanding trout fishery just 20 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids,” said JR Hartman, conservation chairman of Schrems West Michigan Trout Unlimited. The Coldwater River is a 34-mile-long trout stream in southeast Kent County that drains into the Thornapple River. The work will be completed on the Dolan Property, a 127-acre piece of property near Freeport that is owned by Schrems West Michigan TU. Beginning this summer, Trout Unlimited will create habitat improvements to reduce erosion and increase the river’s trout population. The chapter will monitor the stream’s ecology for five years. The total project cost is expected to be $83,000. The grant was one of 25 projects funded by the Sustain Our Great Lakes program. The projects will help protect, restore and enhance the ecological integrity of the lakes and surrounding region by restoring critical aquatic and terrestrial habitats, controlling invasive species, protecting rare natural communities, improving passage for fish and other aquatic organisms and educating citizens on how to protect the ecosystem. The Sustain Our Great Lakes program is a public/private partnership coordinated by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and funded by ArcelorMittal, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, USDA Forest Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Additional grant funding was provided this year through the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, a $475 million enterprise to protect, restore and enhance the Great Lakes ecosystem. The Sustain Our Great Lakes grant program supports habitat restoration and protection, invasive species control, water quality improvements and watershed planning. Legislative coffee features Vern Ehlers by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Republican Vern Ehlers, who is retiring at the end of his term as the third district congressman serving Barry County, attended the legislative coffee April 12 at the County Seat Restaurant in Hastings. Vern Ehlers reminisces about his service to farm communities and small towns during his visit to the April 12 legislative coffee sponsored by the Barry County Chamber of Commerce. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The more than 25 people in the audience applauded his service to the area. Ehlers was sworn in Jan. 6, 2009, to serve his eighth full term in the U.S. House of Representatives. He was first elected to the 103rd Congress in a special election Dec. 7, 1993, following the death of Paul Henry. “It has been a real pleasure to serve you. I have a love for small towns and farming communities,” Ehlers told those at the legislative coffee; adding, “farmers are closer to the soil and have their feet planted right. I have always appreciated farmers. Farmers can do almost anything.” He reiterated, “I believe in small-town America.” Ehlers didn’t have a prepared speech but reviewed candidates currently running to replace him. He has encouraged those hopefuls to visit Barry County. He talked about his first election to congress as an election with one Democrat, one third party candidate and 10 Republicans. “It was tough following Paul Henry,” he said. “But I have always voted the way I thought right.” Questions for Ehlers began and ended with “cap and trade” and whether he expected taxes on energy to rise. Other questions presented to Ehlers were on the financial abuse of the elderly, nuclear energy, recovery of the banking industry, energy conservation and issues facing congress. He told the group during a discussion of banking, “Community banking is in the best shape.” Ehlers closed by telling those at the coffee, “I have tried to make decisions by common sense.” State Rep. Brian Calley got some laughs when he assured everyone, “I am not running for congress. He thanked Ehlers for his service to local communities, saying, “his voting record matches the values of the Barry County residents.” Calley introduced Rep. Rick Jones, in the audience, as the next state senator for the area, replacing Patricia Birkholz, who is termlimited. No one from Birkholz’s office attended the coffee. Calley said the work on the state budget has no easy answers, and there is no silver bullet. “The worst is over, but it won’t be easier this year to balance the budget,” he said. Calley talked about the need for the legislature to help those who lose their jobs to gain marketable skills, not just get checks. He also talked about his disagreement with the health care bill passed by congress. “I oppose the way health care reform was approved,” said Calley, adding that he is beginning to collect signatures on a petition to amend the state constitution because he does not believe that states can be mandated to purchase health insurance. He said he does believe that the state budget can be approved by July 1, but a group in the state house of representatives is unwilling to either cut programs or raise taxes to pay for those programs. Since the budget can only be approved if it is balanced, this is leading to a delay, Calley added. He encouraged everyone who has not returned the 2010 Census form to do so. Michigan could lose one or even two congressional seats, he said. Calley discussed the possibility that the revenue-sharing formula for communities may have a slight increase because of rise in sales tax income. He closed with a discussion of changes he hopes will be coming to the tax tribunal which will help local home and land owners who are challenging their property taxes. The final legislative coffee before summer will be on Monday, May 10, at the Middle Villa Inn at 8 a.m. The coffees will resume in October. For more information, contact the Barry County Chamber of Commerce at 269945-2454. Valleywood/Crestwood. The guest conductor for the high school allstar band is Larry Moore who is currently in his 25th year as director of bands at Comstock Park Public Schools. He received a bachelor’s degree from Grand Valley State College in 1984 and a master’s degree in education from Western Michigan University in 1993. This year’s high school all-star band members are: Laura Hicks, alto sax, Caledonia; Tyler Vuillemont, alto sax, DeWitt; Roberta Molter, alto sax, Charlevoix; Dominic Bierenga, tenor sax, Thornapple Kellogg; Katie McElhany, tenor sax, Spring Lake; Andy Lowney, baritone sax, DeWitt; Andrew Moore, trumpet, Hastings; Sylvia Laymance, trumpet, Maple Valley; Kirstyn Baker, trumpet, Mason; Shekinah Reser, trumpet, Lakewood; Dylan Powers, trumpet, Coopersville; Mitch Hoyer, trombone, Coopersville; Ray Kalinowski, trombone, Grand Rapids West Catholic; Mark Beilfuss, trombone, Thornapple Kellogg; John Mark Becker, trombone, Comstock Park; Bryce Proseus, trombone, West Michigan Home School; Robert Taylor, bass trombone, Hastings; Francis Burns, piano, Grand Rapids West Catholic; Madison George, drums, West Michigan Home School; Olin Clark, guitar and bass, Comstock Park; and Elliot Bates, vibes, Caledonia. “We’re really looking forward to a great event this year,” said Megan Lavell, director of the arts council. “The student groups are always great, and we have really high-quality professional groups lined up for this year, as well.” The ‘Jazz Trolley’ will provide free transportation between venues for festival-goers from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. both days. Jazz festival schedule The schedule of events for the festival (arranged by date and venue) is as follows: Friday, April 16 Hastings City Bank, 150 W. Court St. — 9 a.m. Valleywood/Crestwood Middle School; 10 a.m. DeWitt Junior High; 11 a.m. Comstock Park High School; 12:30 p.m. DeWitt High School; 1:30 p.m. West Michigan Home School; 2:30 p.m. Brandon Middle School; 3:30 p.m. Tri-County High School; 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. High School AllStar Band rehearsal. Hastings Public Library, 227 E. State St. — 9:30 a.m. Portland Middle School; 10:30 a.m. St. Louis Middle School; 11:30 a.m. St. Louis High School; 1 p.m. Thornapple Kellogg High School; 2 p.m. Hastings Middle School; 3 p.m. Lowell Middle School; 4 p.m. Jackson Parkside Middle School; 5 to 7 p.m. Middle School All-Star Band rehearsal. Hastings First United Methodist Church parking lot (if raining, inside the church; guests are asked to bring their own lawn chairs) — 3 p.m. St. Louis High School Steel Drum Band; 4 p.m. Hastings High School Steel Drum band; 5 p.m. Steelheads from University of Michigan-Flint; 7 p.m. headliner concert Les Jazz Big band with Hastings High School Varsity Singers followed by Good Company Vocal Ensemble. State Grounds Coffee House, 108 E. State St., — 12 p.m. Grand Rapids West Catholic High School Jazz combo; 2 p.m. Comstock Park High School Rhythm Section; 3 p.m. Grand Rapids Central High School Jazz Combo. Jefferson Street Gallery, 205 S. Jefferson St. — 6 p.m. Jazz Four Combo. County Seat Lounge and Restaurant, 1328 S. Jefferson St. — 3 p.m. to midnight , Uptown Blues Band Fall Creek Restaurant, 201 S. Jefferson St. — 8 to 11 p.m. Infinity Jazz Ensemble. Walldorff Brew Pub and Bistro, 105 E. State St. — 6 to 8 p.m. Tony LaJoye Trio. Saturday, April 17 Hastings City Bank — 9 a.m. Charlevoix High School; 10 a.m. Caledonia High School; 11 a.m. Mason High School; 12:30 p.m. Hastings High School. Hastings Public Library — 9 a.m. Lakewood High School; 10 a.m. Maple Valley High School; 11 a.m. Grand Rapids West Catholic High School; 12:30 p.m. Coopersville High School; 1:30 p.m. Spring Lake High School. State Grounds Coffee House — 12 p.m. Dom Bierenga Sextet; 1:30 p.m. The Interruptions. Hastings First United Methodist Church — 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. High School All-Star Band rehearsal (not open to the public); 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Quintessential Bones (parking lot, unless rain, then inside church); 2:45 to 3:45 p.m. Middle School All-Star Band rehearsal (not open to the public); 4 to 5 p.m. Rhythm Section Jazz Band (parking lot, unless rain, then inside church); 6 p.m. headliner concert featuring Middle School All-Star Band, directed by Kreiger; High School All-Star Band, directed by Moore; followed by the Grand Rapids Jazz Orchestra. County Seat Lounge and Restaurant — 7 to 11 p.m. Mike Skory Fall Creek Restaurant — 7 to 10 p.m. Is You Is. Walldorff Brew Pub and Bistro: To be announced. William Miller latest to resign from Prairieville Township Board by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer On Monday, William Miller became the third person to resign from the Prairieville Township Board since last year. Miller was one of four members of the board who were the focus of recall efforts by the Prairieville Recall Committee. The committee currently is seeking the recall of Supervisor Jim Stoneburner and Clerk Jill Owens. Sharon Ritchie, a former trustee of the board, also was the focus of recall efforts, but she resigned in November. Miller was appointed to the board in 2009, after Michael Herzog had resigned. Prior to the appointment, Miller had served on the board for four years. Recall elections for the township officials would require 402 Prairieville Township residents to sign petitions supporting such elections, and more than 550 signatures in support of recall elections for Stoneburner, Owens and Miller recently were submitted on behalf of the committee to Barry County Clerk Pamela Jarvis as part of the first step in a review process for a recall. In a letter of resignation signed by Miller, the number of residents supporting the recall of the township officials is cited. “Knowing that all decisions that I have made as a board member have been made with honesty and integrity ... and the fact that enough people in the township have signed the petition to have me recalled ... and [because of] my failing health, I do not feel that I can effectively serve the township as a trustee any longer,” he wrote. Miller did not respond to messages left by Banner staff. When asked earlier this week about Miller’s resignation, Stoneburner explained that he was empathetic to the former trustee’s decision. “We understand his position and wish him well,” he said. Among other claims, the committee has alleged that the township officials, together, have committed violations of both the Open Meetings Act and the state Freedom of Information Act, spent public funds in both wasteful and unauthorized ways, poorly managed the township and practiced nepotism. The township officials have denied the validity of claims made by the committee. Barry County Vote “YES” May 4th, to RENEW the millage for Historic Charlton Park Village & Museum It’s Barry County’s own unique Antique Show It includes… • A Country Church • A Township Hall • A One-Room Schoolhouse (Dunce Cap & All!) • A working Blacksmith Shop • A General Store (Fully Stocked) • A Print Shop (Ready to roll) • A beach, Pavilion, and Boat launch • And much more to Enjoy, Treasure and Maintain Charlton Park Village & Museum educates our kids, brings in tourist, and preserves our heritage. Please vote YES on May 4 Paid for by the Committee to Preserve Charlton Park, David Hatfield, Treasurer PO Box 125 Hastings MI 49058 www.ilovecharltonpark.org 77545141 �Page 4 — Thursday, April 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Feinstein Challenge adds to food bank donations To the editor: Did you know that through the end of April there’s a very practical way to stretch your charitable giving dollar? It’s called the Feinstein Challenge. Here’s how it works. For the 13th year the Feinstein Foundation is offering to proportionally, partially match monetary donations made to food banks across the country. That means if you make a donation to the Food Bank of South Central Michigan by April 30, your donation has added value. In fact, if you designate your favorite Barry County non-profit that’s part of the food bank’s hunger-relief network, with the Feinstein Foundation’s help, the food bank will add 10 percent to your gift. So a $500 donation becomes $550, a $1,000 contribu- tion becomes $1,100. And you may also be eligible to receive a special Michigan tax credit for up to half of your contribution. You can give to the food bank by sending a check to: Food Bank of SCM, PO Box 408, Battle Creek, MI 49016, or give securely on line at www.foodbankofscm.org. Either way, if you give by April 30, your donation will go further. During 2009 the food bank distributed 926,659 pounds of food in Barry County. This distribution helped Barry County non-profits save more than $1 million while serving neighbors who needed food. Patty Parker, Food Bank SCM Board Chair Pennock Village plans raise suspicions, concern for safety To the editor: Pennock Hospital, in collaboration with Spectrum Health, will be opening a sleep center during the second week of April, utilizing units from the Pennock Village Retirement Community. We, as residents of that community wish to express our disappointment and frustration that this project has proceeded, in spite of sincere concerns that we have voiced to Pennock CEO Sheryl Lewis-Blake that it may impact our safety and security. Pennock’s intention would appear to be contrary to the original stated purpose of such a community: to provide an affordable, secure residential environment for our elderly citizens with convenient access to the hospital. Of even more concern to us is the suspicion that this may be only the first of a number of commercial uses that Pennock has planned for the Pennock Village property. Pennock Village units currently stand vacant, un-refurbished and un-advertised. Previously, the length of the waiting list to get a unit in Pennock Village has been public knowledge. Now that information is being withheld. For what purpose is this being done? It would seem that Pennock Hospital may no longer have a commitment to the future well-being of the Village. We understand that Pennock Hospital and Spectrum Health find it mutually beneficial to partner with each other, and that it is for the benefit of the Barry County community for the hospital to expand its services. However, we request that the hospital investigate other commercial and vacant residential sites to do so, allowing the Pennock Village to continue to operate in the manner that it was originally advertised — in good faith — to its (potential) tenants. This would allow vacancies to be advertised, maintained and leased. The residents of Pennock Village will be continuing efforts to maintain a dialogue with the Pennock CEO and hopefully to include Pennock Ventures Board Chairman Al Jarvis and the Pennock Hospital Board. We look for a definition of Pennock Hospital’s strategic plan and how we can work together to ensure that the retirement community continues to be a viable part of that plan. Pennock Village residents wish to remain proud members of the Hastings community, and we appreciate any support on our behalf. Write Us A Letter Harry and Viola Kaufman Pennock Village residents HERE ARE THE RULES: The Hastings Banner welcomes letters to the editor from readers, but there are a few conditions that must be met before they will be published. The requirements are: • All letters must be signed by the writer, with address and phone number provided for verification. All that will be printed is the writer’s name and community of residence. 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Know Your Legislators: U.S. Senate Debbie Stabenow, Democrat, 702 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-4822. Carl Levin, Democrat, Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-6221. District office: 110 Michigan Ave., Federal Building, Room 134, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 456-2531. Rick Tormela, regional representative. U.S. Congress Vernon Ehlers, Republican, 3rd District (All of Barry County), 1714 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515-2203, phone (202) 225-3831, fax (202) 225-5144. District office: Room 166, Federal Building, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 451-8383. President’s comment line: 1-202-456-1111. Capitol Information line for Congress and the Senate: 1-202-224-3121. Michigan Legislature Gov. Jennifer Granholm, Democrat, P.O. Box 30013, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-3400. State Senator Patty Birkholz, Republican, 24th District (All of Barry County), Michigan State Senate, State Capitol, 805 Farnum Building, P.O. Box 3006, Lansing, Mich. 48909-7536. Call: (517) 373-3447. Fax: (517) 373-5849. e-mail: senpbirkholz@senate.michigan.gov State Representative Brian Calley, Republican, 87th District (All of Barry County), Michigan House of Representatives, 351 Capitol, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-0842. e-mail: briancalley@house.mi.gov Is the tea party movement growing across the country? The tea party movement has had a great deal of publicity in newspapers and on television recently. Many of the national networks are portraying the participants as a bunch of radicals looking for an excuse to complain about government officials. Yet for the most part, the participants are average Americans fed up with politicians and their inabilities to control spending. It doesn’t really matter what political party you find yourself in, more and more taxpayers are concerned with the spending habits of government at all levels. Last year, on tax day, more than 800 protests were held across the country in one day. This year, again, hundreds of rallies are planned for tax day (today), some as close as Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Allegan and Muskegon. According to a recent report from Fox News’ “It’s Your Money,” this year’s federal spending equals approximately $31,406 for each taxpayer, yet the federal government will only collect around $18,000, leaving a shortfall of around $13,400. As I looked over the pages of newspapers we print, they all contained stories about local officials’ concerns with budget deficits and cutbacks that will impact their financial stability. A fellow newspaper publisher friend of mine said, “If we ran our companies this way, we’d all be bankrupt.” The federal stimulus package, which is now measured in the trillions, is going to saddle all of us, and our children, with huge, long-term debt. Some of my Democratic friends like to point out the high costs of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. I like to remind them of the importance of stopping terrorism. Still, I’m concerned about bailing out greedy bankers and Detroit’s automakers, especially when we’ve lost all but one new car dealership in this entire county. Even so-called fiscal conservatives wdon’t acknowledge that if we continue to spend too much, it will put the country’s financial stability in jeopardy, which is igniting the tea party movement. For the most part, most Americans are easy-going and content people. Yet as they watch their government spend billions with little or no concern for deficit spending, average citizens are joining together to send a message to government to get their economic house in order. According to Wikipedia, the name “Tea Party” is in reference to the Boston Tea Party of 1771, a protest by American Colonists against taxation by the British government when the colonists had no representation in the British Parliament. The current movement refers to often-used acronym TEA Party, a play on the words “Taxed Enough Already.” Yet, according to a report by nonpartisan Tax Policy Center, half of all households won’t owe any 2009 federal income taxes on April 15. How can that be? With the federal government throwing around billions in stimulus spending, how are so many taxpayers left with little or no tax liability, especially at a time when the government needs it the most. According to the tax policy center, just a few years ago only 38 percent paid nothing, yet with high unemployment and new tax breaks, fewer taxpayers will owe anything this year. I’m surprised when people say, “It doesn’t matter to me, because I get both federal and state refunds.” These taxpayers don’t understand all the additional fees and potential new taxes, such as sales tax on services, that will be necessary due to reduced tax income and government overspending. Taxpayers need to pay more attention. Maybe we should consider incentives for lawmakers who come up with new ways to reduce spending. Recently there’s been some discussion about term limits for congressional positions, yet we continue to elect candidates with little or no fiscal prudence. Preventing good lawmakers from serving has plenty of problems of its own. We’ve seen the results caused from term limits in Michigan. Controlling terms hasn’t had a positive impact on our state’s ability to persuade lawmakers to work together to solve our economic dilemma. The tea party movement is focused on bringing attention to issues and calling for more discussion on what’s important to most Americans. Tea party participants want less government intervention in their lives, fiscal security and more accountability of their elected officials. Most Americans believe they have the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, knowing there is no guarantee of equal results. They feel if they choose to work hard, they should share the results with whomever they choose. They feel government works for them, and they shouldn’t have to answer to government; government should answer to us. Is that subversive talk? Should we consider these people radicals? In any movement, you will find members with strong feelings that might be characterized as emotional and controlling. From what I’ve seen, these are just hard-working Americans who, due to the recent economic conditions making it more difficult to survive, just want a chance to have their say and don’t expect to be taken for granted or characterized as radical. If we’re going to get through the current economic dilemma, it’s imperative that both sides continue honest discussions over the economic issues that will impact our country for years. Decisions made by elected officials today will determine what kind of country we leave to our children and grandchildren. Time will tell, but most Americans want the assurance that our future remains bright for years to come. Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Roles, responsibilities of elected officials outlined in book The Leadership Pillar of the Hometown Partnership initiative of the Barry Community Foundation held a workshop on the roles and responsibilities of elected officials Thursday, March 25. It was attended by 16 community members as well as several members of the leadership pillar committee. Judge James Fisher reviewed information on the judicial system in Barry County and related elected offices. Barry County Prosecutor Tom Evans reviewed the skills required for the prosecutor and sheriff positions. Ann Nieuwenhuis, retired from Michigan State University Extension and a Kalamazoo County Commissioner, covered the roles and responsibilities of county government offi- cials, including commissioners, clerk, treasurer, drain commissioner, register of deeds and surveyor. Cindy Davis, a member information services specialist from the Michigan Townships Association, discussed township positions including supervisor, trustee, clerk and treasurer. A representative from the Michigan Association of School Boards, Renny Ransbottom, spoke about the roles and responsibilities of school board members. Members of the leadership pillar committee interviewed local elected officials and gathered information on the recommended skills and competencies for each position, as well as information on leadership skills, decision-making and the role of ethics in public service. This information was compiled into a book Elected Public Officials, Roles and Responsibilities. “Whether you plan to run for public office or want to be an informed voter, this booklet will be of help to you” said Sandi Drummond, chair of the leadership pillar. “We are fortunate that many public officials allowed us to interview them and contributed to the information we are sharing.” The book is available for sale to the community for $5, which covers the cost of printing. Those interested in purchasing the book should contact Jennifer Richards at the Barry Community Foundation, Jennifer@barrycf.org or 269-945-0526. Resignations ‘scream’ of wrong-doings in Prairieville Township To the editor: In the past year and a half, Prairieville Township has either let go or through resignation lost a total of 14 different people or businesses who worked for our township. They are: • Cleaning service for the township hall — let go • Zoning administrator — resigned • Elected trustee — resigned • Treasurer — resigned • Deputy treasurer — resigned • Deputy clerk — resigned • Police officer — let go • Second elected trustee — resigned • Appointed deputy treasurer — resigned • Member of zoning board — resigned • Police chief — resigned • Appointed trustee — resigned • Computer company — let go • Health insurance company — let go This only leaves the elected supervisor and clerk as original employees. To me, this situation screams that something is very, very, very wrong. Many people have worked hard and put in long hours to make the recall process a huge success. We needed a total of 402 signatures and turned in 550-plus to be counted. Dispatchers deserve appreciation To the editor: Barry County Central Dispatch is celebrating National Telecommunicators week April 11 to 17. The importance of 911 telecommunicators and the job they do is priceless to the health and safety of Barry County residents. The local 911 center’s 14 telecommunicators handle well over 100,000 telephone calls each year. They also dispatch and coordinate the county’s police, fire and ambulance runs. Last year, Barry County Central Dispatch telecommunicators dispatched 38,090 calls for service. The role of a telecommunicator is done behind the scenes, and they are not often recognized or acknowledged for their hard work and dedication. They never know what the emergency is going to be, so they have to be prepared for everything at all times. The citi- Because Prairieville is a “senior” community, many snowbirds weren’t able to the recall petitions sign. However, more than enough of them believed in our cause and our printed documentation and were willing to put their names on the line. Sharon Ford, treasurer, Prairieville Recall Committee The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... zens of Barry County can be proud that they have some of the finest and most well trained telecommunicators in the state of Michigan. All telecommunicators have two constant companions: other dispatchers and stress. They are sometimes chastened by upset callers, taken for granted by the public and criticized by officers. The rewards they get are infrequent, except for the satisfaction they feel at the end of a shift, having done what they are expected to do to the best of their ability. Please join me this week in expressing appreciation to the telecommunicators who take care of the citizens of Barry County. Phyllis Fuller, director Barry County 911 A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. 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Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �Stephen and Sharon Jacobs to celebrate 25th anniversary Stephen and Sharon Jacobs will be celebrating their silver wedding anniversary April 19, 2010. They were married at St. Rose of Lima Church in Hastings and reside in Hastings. April 15, 1950 Bob and Donna Kenyon celebrating 60th anniversary Newborn Babies Brady Scott Nelson, born Jan. 4, 2010 at 1:31 p.m. to Scott and Katie Nelson of Middleville. Weighing 6 lbs. 13 ozs. and 19.5 inches long. ***** Makenzie Jo, born at Pennock Hospital on March 23, 2010 at 5:14 p.m. to Amanda Biggs and Jeremy Easterbrook of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs. 8 ozs. and 18 inches long. ***** Grace Marie, born at Pennock Hospital on March 24, 2010 at 1:55 p.m. to Jeff and Lisa Haight of Lake Odessa. Weighing 8 lbs. 13 ozs. and 21 inches long. ***** Jersie Alexandra, born at Pennock Hospital on March 24, 2010 at 6:08 p.m. to Alan and Katrina Smith of Charlotte. Weighing 7 lbs. 8 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Jackson Trenton, born at Pennock Hospital on March 25, 2010 at 9:32 p.m. to Felicia and Trever Davis of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs. 8 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Cameron Charles, born at Pennock Hospital on March 26, 2010 at 7:41 a.m. to Brittney Gerber and Charles Herbst of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs. 1 oz. and 19 inches long. ***** Bellamay Marie, born at Pennock Hospital on March 26, 2010 at 8:07 a.m. to Casey Borror and William Wilcoxson of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 1 oz. and 19 inches long. ***** Temperance May, born at Pennock Hospital on March 26, 2010 at 7:54 p.m. to Matthew France and Victoria Thureby of Nashville. Weighing 7 lbs. 4 ozs. and 20 1/4 inches long. ***** Brenden Charles, born at Pennock Hospital on March 28, 2010 at 8:10 p.m. to Jessica M. Smith and Timothy M. Herbert of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 15 ozs. and 21 inches long. ***** Jordyn Rae, born at Pennock Hospital on March 30, 2010 at 1:41 p.m. to Melissa Hoffmaster and Don Elkins of Martin. Weighing 7 lbs. 13 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Josslynn Dawn Marie, born at Pennock Hospital on March 31, 2010 at 9:13 p.m. to Angie and Chad Metzger of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 5 ozs. and 20 inches long. THE THORNAPPLE PLAYERS PRESENT public in parks will almost certainly become a very well-debated issue, come about June. Of course, enforcement of such a law could also become quite a challenge. “The city council’s general position on tobacco-related issues to date is that the City needs to protect non-smokers from the impact of secondhand smoke or other tobacco products. However, the council has not wished to impose regulations essentially limiting the rights of individuals to harm themselves.” Council Member Don Bowers echoed that sentiment and said it was up to Cook to keep his employees from smoking in the park. “I feel that if he wants to control his people, you know, let them go across the street, don’t go off his property,” said Bowers. “I think he is reaching a little bit too far when he says, ‘Hey, I can’t control ’em but you guys do it for me,’ number one. Number two, I think we are infringing on people again. What are you going to do, say you can’t go outdoors and smoke now? I disagree with it totally. I think he can handle it in his own way if he really wants too, rather than blame us.” Hastings Mayor Bob May said that under the new law, people have to be 50 feet away from the door of public buildings in order to smoke. “I think also ... this time it is a park, next time it will be a city parking lot, city sidewalk, city street,” said Council Member Barry Woods. “You can’t restrict smoking for all of them, so, I am agreeing with Don.” Council Member Brenda McNabb-Stange agreed. “I’m against smoking, myself. But, I’m also for people’s rights to do what they want,” she said. “And, when you are smoking outside, secondhand smoke is not an issue. If we restrict people’s ability to smoke in that park, people who are having a family gathering there are not going to able to smoke there either and they should have every right to do that if they want to. I wished everyone didn’t smoke, but, they have to have the right to do what they want — I don’t think this is a restriction that we should be placing in open air situations like this.” “I would suggest that we let the state take the lead on this program” said Council Member Frank Campbell. Council Member Tossava agreed with Bowers and McNabb-Stange that it is the responsibility of Hastings Manufacturing to police its employee policies. “I don’t think we should be the dog putting the bark into this thing right now,” he said. “If there is an issue with kids smoking in that park, I know the police have arrested or stopped kids for smoking. I don’t agree with restricting smoking ... I make a motion we don’t act on this.” May said no action was necessary if the council wished to deny Cook’s request. However, Campbell suggested the council approve a formal motion to turn down Cook’s request and send him a letter to that effect. City Attorney Stephanie Fekkes said no formal action was required if the council did not wish to fulfill Cook’s request. Campbell, said he felt the council should take action, one way or another. “By taking no action ...” started Woods. “Taking no action is the easy way out,” said Campbell. “I think we all ought to stand right up and say either ‘yes’ or ‘no.’” The motion was approved, with Wood and May casting the dissenting votes. During his presentation, Lerg told the council that he recently gave a presentation at the local Kiwanis Club and while taking questions he heard many people, “venting frustrations” over the situation with whitetail deer within Hastings city limits. “I mentioned that there were ways to address and deal with some of those concerns if it was the will of the people of Hastings,” he said. “We have heard from a number of cities, municipalities, parks and natural areas — I could go on and on about the list of folks that have had deer problems — so you are in good company.” Lerg said the council knew better than he exactly what the city’s problem with deer entailed and that members of the community have been bringing their concerns to the council. “We see a solution in this through dialogue,” he said, “ Because you know your citizenry, we feel that you are the ones to lead that dialogue this time on the subject of deer and people and the things that concern people about deer.” Lerg then presented an outline for establishing a plan which detailed the problem and solutions, including an introduction to the problem, the issues caused by it, how the City would respond to those issues, monitoring the plan and documentation, adapting it to changing conditions and how and by whom it would be overseen. “If Hastings is like any of the other municipalities we have spoken to, you will find that there is a wide range of feelings and what to do about them,” he said. “Some don’t want [the deer] to be touched at all. Some want the DNR to bring out a big-stake rack truck and load them all in and haul them off, and there’s a whole lot of folks in the middle someplace. So, if Hastings people are like people everywhere else, there are going to be a variety of concerns and solutions ... it is something you will have deal with as you talk to the people, as you have dialogue with the people. It is one thing to identify issues; it’s quite another thing to take that resolve forward and live with the hardship that comes from taking action on those issues ... “There have been issues with deer in Hastings for quite a time and people have found a way to live with those issues,” added Lerg. “Is now the time we can no longer live with those issues and are willing to step forward and do something about it? I don’t have those answers. You, in dialogue with the people of Hastings, will come up with those answers.” A deer management plan is a way for municipalities to share with the community how issues caused by wildlife will be addressed, added Lerg. “It’s something that helps to share with the people of Hastings what your plans are so they can read them, digest them and understand them for what they are and not live on live on rumors that might come over breakfast coffee,” he said. “And, it is a document we [the DNRE] need in order to come to your aid with technical support of one kind or another. There are a variety of things that are possible and recommended as you go forward in this process. As you take the lead in this process, certainly we are on hand and available with technical support.” May asked if the City could have a special license or tag system for hunting deer within city limits and if a portion of the fees could be earmarked for future wildlife control programs. “I don’t have that answer, but I would love to look into that for you,” said Lerg. May also asked if the City could issue permits only to qualified bowhunters. “Is there some way of demanding that they show some level of expertise, being that we have a small area?” he asked. “And, going along with that, if we can’t do that, should we limit to where the hunting will be, say the golf course, the Cook Addition, the parks, the larger areas, and not be going into the small, old-style residential lots? It has been mentioned by some of the deer hunters that it should only be bow or crossbow, shooting from up above, either from a tree stand or a roof, up above, so there isn’t any shooting parallel with homes?” “Yes, you can ask for qualified hunters, and they can qualify under a system you designate,” answered Lerg. “Yes, you should be concerned about the need for safety and security as you consider bringing hunters inside the city limits. And, that safety and security may take the form of using only archery or crossbows ... it might take the form of marksmen with high-powered rifles that are trained in a special way. I would suggest that you focus on you concern for safety and security and look to avenues that meet the concerns of yours and if it is bow and arrow, great. If it is something else, leave yourself open to consider that.” Lerg said, yes, the city can identify locations where deer may or may not be hunted. He also cautioned “that whenever you have this partial, or patchwork, open area, the deer are going to find the closed campus ... as you restrict yourself there will be a price to pay... we are willing to work with you and point out those foibles within the system.” Bowers asked Lerg what was the most commonly used method for thinning urban deer herds. “The systems seem to be all over the board,” said Lerg, noting that a couple of municipalities have used archers, others have used expert marksmen with high-powered rifles. Some allow hunting only in the winter, others allow hunting during regular bow or firearm hunting season because hunters are driving deer out of the woods and into the residential areas. “When it comes time to crafting solutions, to take it from issues to solutions, we’ll be happy to be on hand to suggest some things to you — not dictate to you, please understand, suggest to you — and you can winnow the wheat from the chaff.” Bowers asked about plants that deer “didn’t like to be around,” that people could plant in their yards to repel deer. “There’s a list of plants that deer prefer less than others,” said Lerg. “I have yet to find a plant the deer will not eat. Deer are opportunistic feeders. They eat when they are hungry. They eat when they are full. I think they eat to keep the boredom away. “It seems to be that the only deciding factor is how valuable those plants are to you. If they are valuable to you, you can depend on the deer eating them,” he added. Campbell asked about trapping deer. “You can trap them, but it is a very inefficient way to work and once you trap them, it is very difficult to know what to do with them after that,” said Lerg. “Often times, we are going to put those deer down. And, if you are going to put those deer down after you trap them, why go to the extra bother?” Tossava asked if the DNRE had a program for tranquilizing deer and moving them to outlying areas. “I’m not aware of an area that has a need for deer. Where would we put them?” replied Lerg. “We are blessed with many, many deer in southwest Michigan, and it’s interesting that so many municipalities are noting an issue right now. The deer seem to have discovered the great habitat that people form in their backyards.” COUNCIL, continued on page 8 PART-TIME MAINTENANCE/SECURITY 2 Events! 2 Days! 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M-37 Hwy., Hastings, MI 49058 www.barryexpocenter.com barrycountyfair@yahoo.com 269-945-2224 77545137 —NOW ACCEPTING VISA & MASTERCARD— Music by Mark Hollmann Lyrics by Hollmann and Greg Kotis and Book by Kotis April 22, 23, & 24 at 7 p.m. and April 25 at 2 p.m. Central Elementary Auditorium, 509 S. Broadway in Hastings Tickets are available in advance at Progressive Graphics and at the door Adults… $8 Students and Seniors… $6 Questions, call the Ackers at 269-945-2332 The Your Questions Answered Please join us for a FREE seminar Date: TUESDAY, APRIL 27, 2010 Time: 6:30 P.M. Location: EVER AFTER BANQUET HALL 1230 N. MICHIGAN AVE. HASTINGS, MI 49058 A representative from the Social Security Administration will be available to answer questions. To reserve space for yourself and a guest at this free educational seminar, please call 269-948-9780 or toll free 877948-9780 no later than April 23, 2010 Bob Knapp Financial Advisor Edward Jones 228 N. Church St., Hastings, MI 49058 www.edwardjones.com 77545131 Urinetown is produced by special arrangement with Music Theatre, International ® SOCIAL SECURITY: 77543076 Earl Robert Bever, Delton and Tiffany Marie Wasserman, Delton. Diego Armando Lozano-Moguel, Freeport and Chelsea Leigh Horton, Freeport. Michael Alan Plaska, Middleville and Rachel Ann Saladin, Middleville. Peter John Roets, Hastings and Donna Katheryn Phillips, Hicksville, NY. Timothy Thad Roscoe, Hastings and Julie Lynn Yoesting, Cape Canaveral, FL. Anthony Joseph Touchinski III, Nashville and Samantha Rose Mishler, Nashville. Thomas Lawerence Tungate II, Hastings and Kimberly Kaye Terpening, Hastings. Because many people have shared their lives by friendship and love, we are announcing the 60th wedding anniversary of our parents, Bob and Donna Kenyon of Middleville, Mich. It is truly a test of love when 60 years come and go, and two people wake each morning as though it were the first... Bob and Donna were married in Middleville at the United Methodist Church April 15, 1950. Bob and Donna have one son, Robert A. Kenyon, Jr. (Kelly); three grandchildren, Sage Kenyon and Kathryn and Jake DiMatteo. Bob and Donna met at Thornapple Kellogg High School in Middleville, Mich. and started dating in 1946. Mr. and Mrs. Kenyon are lifelong residents of Middleville. Bob (Chief) retired in 1995 from the position of fire chief for Thornapple Township. Donna retired in 1997 from the position of Thornapple Township clerk after 20 years of service. They are enjoying retirement and their grandchildren. The couple will be celebrating their anniversary with the family Sunday, April 18. COUNCIL, continued from page 1 77545143 Social News The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 15, 2010 — Page 5 �Page 6 — Thursday, April 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Homeless prevention grant will benefit Barry County residents Community Action has announced a grant from the Barry Community Foundation to help prevent homelessness for individuals and families in Barry County. The grant, totaling $30,000, will provide critical funds to help homeless individuals and families to obtain safe housing and to prevent homelessness for low-income families facing eviction, foreclosure and utility shut-off. “We are so grateful to receive funding for these critical needs again this year,” said Beverly Newton, community resource man- ager at Community Action’s Barry County office. “It will be significant for obtaining and preserving shelter and heat for Barry County individuals and families, and we’re glad that Barry Community Foundation was able to help in this way.” For more information, call the Community Action office in Hastings at 269-948-4260 or log on to www.caascm.org. Worship Together… Area Obituaries James D. (Jamie) Henion Ralph Daugherty Justin Craig Anderson 77545020 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH The Third Sunday of Easter - April 18 - Worship Worship 8:00 & 10:45. Sunday School 9:30; Mission Trip Meeting 12:30. Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover-grace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 9 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Saturday - 8:30 a.m. Prayer Retreat; 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 B OSLEY 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 CALEDONIA, MI - James D. (Jamie) Henion, age 41, of Caledonia, passed away Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. Jamie was born December 28, 1968 in Hastings, the son of Donald V. Henion and Virginia (Sheffield) Henion. He attended Hastings area schools and graduated in 1988. He was employed by Mill Steel, Magna Donnelly 1994- 2003 and JCIM in Kentwood from 2004-2009. Jamie had many hobbies including fishing, hunting, NASCAR, working on cars, and barbecuing was his passion. He also enjoyed playing with his canine companions Zabber and Hazel. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Donald W. and Frances Henion; Craig and Laurain Sheffield, great-grandparents Vern and Pearl Haywood; uncles, Louis Neeb and Gordon Sheffield; his second father/ father-in-law, Harold Sias. Jamie is survived by his parents, Virginia Henion of Middleville, Donald (Sheila) Henion of Hastings; his children, Shelby Webb of Hastings, Dakota Henion of Hastings, Skyler Henion of Hastings; fiancee, Phyllis Jousma of Caledonia; brother, Matt (Dawn) Henion of Middleville; nieces/nephew Samantha and Brandon Henion of Middleville; special friends, Barbara (Mike) Bennett, David Bush, Richard (Sondra) Bush; honorary grandchildren, Kaylee, Michiah, Breonna; and many aunts, uncles, cousins. Memorial contributions can be made to James Henion Childrens Memorial, c/o Grace Lutheran Church, 239 E. North St., Hastings, MI 49058, Bone Marrow Registry or charity of one's choice. Funeral services were held Sunday, April 11, 2010 at the Hastings Grace Lutheran Church. Pastor Mike Kemper officiating. Burial was at Hastings Riverside Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Lily Irene Maurer HASTINGS, MI - Ralph Daugherty of Hastings passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2010. He was born July 24, 1926 in Grand Rapids to parents, Orley and Myrtle Daugherty of Grand Rapids. Ralph was a volunteer fireman in Hastings for 20 years, also working for the Hastings School System for 20+ years, Hastings Manufacturing for 22 years and Oliver Machinery in Battle Creek. In his earlier years, Ralph drove taxi in Detroit, worked at Zenith Carburetor and was a truck driver. Ralph also had a trucking business when he first came to Hastings. He was a member of the American Legion, the Hastings Car Club and W.O.K.R. member. He loved to hunt and fish. He also enjoyed restoring old cars, doing his own bodywork and painting. His proudest moment was winning "Best of Show" with his featured 1959 Fleetwood Cadillac, at the Meadow Brook Show in Rochester, a show by invitation only. Ralph proudly served his country in the Army in the Pacific Theatre and in the Philippines. Ralph is survived by his wife, Ruth Daugherty; children, Delores Visser, Danny Daugherty, and Rex Daugherty of Hastings, John Daugherty of Eureka, CA; brothers, Robert (Elaine) Daugherty of Hastings, Edward (Joanne) Daugherty of Metamora, and Orley Daugherty Jr. of Texas; along with five grandchildren; and four great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Kenneth; and brothers, Ervin and Melvin. Ralph is at the Lauer Family Funeral Homes-Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings, where his family will receive friends on Thursday, April 15, 5 to 8 p.m. and again on Friday, April 16, 2010, 9:30 a.m. until the time of services at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Kenneth Vaught officiating. Interment with full military honors will follow at Ft. Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. Please share a memory with Ralph’s family at www.lauerfh.com. Michael R. Eckhoff April 18,1969 - February 22, 2010 In memory of Michael R. Eckhoff The honour of your presence is requested at a memorial service. Sunday, April 18, 2010 at 3:30 p.m. at Resurrection Life Church, St. Louis, MI. HASTINGS, MI - Justin Craig Anderson, age 38, of Hastings, passed away Saturday April 10, 2010 and went home to be with his heavenly father after courageously battling brain cancer for 13 years. Justin was born January 17, 1972 the son of Lewis John and Catherine (Lewis) Anderson. He attended Morley-Stanwood elementary until 1984 and then Hastings schools. Justin started working at Kessler, Inc., Wayland, at age 16, then worked for Rodney Janose on his farm. From there he worked for his dad at Anderson & Sons License Builders. Justin worked for LJ Cook in Grand Rapids, as a hi-lo driver. He ended his working days at No Preference Towing where he enjoyed meeting and helping people in need. At Justin's request, Jon Raymond will be taking Justin to his final resting place at Rutland Township Cemetery on the flatbed tow truck, for his last ride. One of Justin's favorite hobbies was working on and driving his bright yellow dune buggy. He also enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing and listening to music. The most important pastime for Justin was spending time with his family and friends. Justin was preceded in death by his brother, Daniel Anderson; nephew, Jimmy McShane; grandparents, Louie and Betty Anderson; and aunt, Linda Baisch; and a special Uncle Mark Lloyd. He is survived by daughters, Jordan Marie and Lauren Shae; parents, Lewis John and Catherine (Lewis) Anderson of Hastings;s sisters, Tammy (Don) Fegenbush of Morley, Joneille (Dave) Rehfeldt of Middleville; brothers, Jason Anderson of Nashville and Brandin (Brandy) Anderson of Hopkins; grandmother, Dorothy Dingman of Middleville; grandfather, Leon Lewis of Morley; special aunts, Carolyn Davis, Carla Lewis and Tammie Lloyd; special uncle, Scott Dingman; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will be held Thursday, April 15, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. with funeral services on Friday, April 16, 2010 at 2 p.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Roger Coalter will be officiating and burial will be at Rutland Twp. Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Justin has requested that family and friends take this money and give it to a family/individual who is in need of financial assistance to pay medical expenses not covered by insurance. He wants you to "Pay It Forward". Justin's family asks that you send them a note that you "Paid It Forward" by helping someone else to: 3869 Heath Road, Hastings, MI 49058 Memorial contributions may also be made to Pennock Hospice. Arrangements are by Girrbach Funeral Home. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net) L.T. Weeks NASHVILLE, MI - Lily Irene Maurer, age 57, of Nashville, passed away at Spectrum Health Butterworth, in Grand Rapids, April 13, 2010. She was the daughter of Ray Jr. and Grace (Schort) Lumbert. Lily enjoyed sewing and knitting. She was a member of the St. Rose of Lima Church and the Hastings Moose Lodge. Lily was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Ray Lumbert. She is survived by daughters, Regina Brooks, and Nicole Carter; sons, Karl Teske and Ian Carter; a brother, Ben Lumbert; sister, Jean Lumbert; also nine grandchildren. Visitation will be held Saturday, April 17 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home, in Hastings. A funeral mass will be held following the visitation at 11 a.m., Saturday, April 17, 2010 at the St. Rose of Lima Church, in Hastings. Father Alfred Russell, celebrant. Arrangements are by Girrbach Funeral Home. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net) FREEPORT, MI - L.T. Weeks of Freeport passed away on Monday April 12, 2010 at Thornapple Manor at the age of 87. She was the ninth of ten children born to Lowell W. and Ethel M. (Hecker) Jarrard in Maple Grove Township on October 10, 1922. She was a graduate of Hastings High School. She married Robert L. Weeks on December 14, 1941 and that marriage produced three children, Marietta L. Richards, Mark L. Weeks and Linda M. (Coridon) Wise; 13 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren and eight great-great grandchildren. All are surviving her including a sister, Jessie B. Burkett. L.T. was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter-in-law, Judy Weeks; sonin-law, James Richards; sisters, Thelma Cunningham, Therma Eddy, Ila Gray, Iza Decker and Ena Johnson; brothers, Clayton Jarrard, Keith Jarrard and Lawrence Jarrard. L.T. is at the Lauer Family Funeral HomesWren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings where her family will receive friends on Friday April 16, 2010 from 2 p.m. until time of services at 3 p.m. Rev. Brian Albright will officiate and interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be directed to either the Pennock Foundation or Thornapple Manor. Please share a memory with L.T.’s family at www.lauerfh.com. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 15, 2010 — Page 7 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... with Esther Walton Early pioneer recalled experiences in the big woods, part I The following, originally printed in the Dec. 5, 1907, Banner, is a recount of early pioneer memories of Amanda (Haight) Wheeler. She was 79 at the time of the publication and died less than two years later. In 1847, Amanda Haight married Milo Thatcher Wheeler, who served as Woodland postmaster, township supervisor and county treasurer. Both were born in Steuben County, N.Y., were among the early settlers in Woodland Township, and are buried at Riverside Cemetery in Hastings. One of their daughters, Roselle, married Marshall L. Cook, longtime editor of the Banner. ***** “The best, the fairest, the most productive and wealthy township of Barry Co.” That is what one who knows this county well will say of Woodland at the present time. Its fertile fields, its level farms, its fine homes, its commodious barns and outbuildings, would none of them give a hint of the severe struggles, hardships and privations of its early pioneers. The southern and western portions of the county were originally oak openings. Once or twice each year, the Indians would set fire to the fallen leaves, and the devouring flames would destroy the brush and everything but the largest forest trees. The savages [native people] did this the better to see the fleeing deer or flying game birds. This practice not only accomplished that end, but it also made it comparatively easy for the first settlers to clear up their lands. Not so in the northern and eastern sections of the county, where stately beech, maple, basswood, elm and whitewood [likely cottonwood] trees were so thick, and the ground was usually so moist, that the yearly forest fires could not penetrate them. here the pioneer must grapple with nature in a hand-to-hand struggle, and the ax must be his trusty weapon. But when once a clearing had been made, once let the sun’s warm rays touch the rich soil, it responded with a glad and bountiful harvest. The process of winning productive farms from nature, however, was far more severe and prolonged in Woodland than in Prairieville Township, and meant much more of hardship and privation. Bent with age, her steps feeble, her hold on life frail indeed, with a memory unable to recall yesterday’s or any recent happening, there lives in this city a woman who was a child of 12 years when her father moved to Woodland in 1840, and who now in spite of her infirmities can distinctly remember the events of her early years. She is Mrs. Amanda Wheeler. And we are sure our readers will be interested in her story. Her bachelor uncles, Jonathan and Samuel Haight, were, with another bachelor, Charles Galloway, the first white people to settle in Woodland. Her father, Reuben Haight, his wife and four children of whom Amanda Haight, then a little miss of 10 summers, was the eldest, were living near Bath, Steuben County, N.Y., in 1838. Mrs. Haight’s parents, as well as her husband’s brothers, were at that time residents of Michigan, and Mr. and Mrs. Haight had made preparations to follow later. The husband had collected the tools and utensils he thought might be needed in a new country. The wife had spun and woven a large supply of cloth and bed clothing and provided a quantity of such articles of food as she felt might be hard to get in the wilderness into which they had planned to move. With great care, Mr. Haight had boxed and crated all his goods for the long and hard journey. In 1838, the family set out from Bath. Reuben Haight had expected to go alone by one steamer from Buffalo with the goods, and have the wife and children come to Detroit on the next boat. Everything had been loaded onto the steamer on which the husband intended to embark when his wife was taken Mr. and Mrs. Milo T. Wheeler (from History of Barry County, Michigan, by Hon. W.W. Potter, 1912.) suddenly and severely ill. She was too dangerously sick for him to carry out his original purpose. He went to the dock, but had not time to unload his goods from the boat before its departure. He therefore marked the boxes and crates as best he could in the brief time at his disposal, saw the boat leave with them for Detroit, while he returned to the inn to care for Mrs. Haight. It was several days before she was able to proceed on the journey. When the family finally arrived at Detroit, they could find no trace whatever of their goods, and never recovered them, not did the vessel owners ever make any compensation. All the family’s supplies of food, clothing, dishes, tools and utensils were lost. You may imagine their discouragement under these circumstances. Mrs. Haight’s parents were at that time living near Detroit. There Reuben and his family moved, and made their home until he could get another start. Shortly afterward, the purchased 40 acres nearby. On this he erected a log house, doing nearly all the shaping of the timbers with an ax he bought in Detroit. When their humble home was completed, the family moved into it. About this time, Mrs. Haight’s parents moved to Livingston County. The Haights had begun to feel settled in their new home, and had accumulated a few needful household articles when their dwelling took fire one day and burned to the ground, but a small part of the contents being saved. That was about as discouraging as it well could be. Mrs. Haight would not consider remaining longer where such misfortune had overtaken them, so the little farm was sold, and the Haights moved on to Livingston County to join her people and lived with them for the following six months. Mr. Haight next bought a 40-acre farm nearby, built a log house, and moved his family into it. This farm was located in what was afterward the township of Genoa, but it was not then even organized. The Haights lived on their Livingston County farm for about a year. During that time, he visited his two brothers in Woodland, and was so favorably impressed that he purchased 80 acres not far from them, just over the line in Ionia County. The above account was transcribed by Gordon Mitchell of Hickory Corners. (To be continued) Hastings Kids Choir to perform in concert Friday Three area children’s choirs will be joining voices in a public concert at 7 p.m. Friday, April 16, at Trinity Episcopal Church in Marshall. The Hastings Kids Choir, the Marshall Children’s Choir, and the Sojourner Truth Gospel Choir of Battle Creek will perform a variety of music, including the hymn “How Can I Keep From Singing,” popularized by folk singer Pete Seeger and Irish pop artist Enya. Also featured will be the gospel- inspired anthem, “We Shall Overcome.” The Hastings Kids Choir is directed by Cindy Olson and includes upper elementary students. The public is invited, free of charge, but freewill offering is suggested. For more information, contact the Community Music School in Marshall 269-781-8256. Trinity Episcopal Church is located at 101 E. Mansion Street in Marshall. Read The BANNER every week! Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES Look for ways to cut investment taxes Like millions of your fellow citizens, you may be filing your taxes this week. If you think that things might have turned out differently had you paid less in investment-related taxes, you might want to take steps soon to help ensure a different outcome in 2011. Here are some “tax-smart” strategies to consider: • Invest in municipal bonds. If you’re in one of the upper income brackets, you might benefit from owning municipal bonds. The interest payments from “munis” are typically exempt from federal income taxes, and may also be exempt from state and local taxes, depending on where you live. (However, the interest from some types of munis may be subject to the alternative minimum tax, or AMT.) • “Max out” on your Roth IRA. If you qualify for a Roth IRA, try to fully fund it every year. Your earnings grow tax-free, provided you’ve had your account at least five years and you don’t take withdrawals until you’re at least 59-1/2. And now, it’s easier to convert a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA. Under previous rules, you could only convert if your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) was $100,000 or less. But starting this year, you can convert funds to a Roth IRA even if your MAGI is over $100,000. And if you convert in 2010, you can report the taxable income from the conversion over a two-year period, in 2011 and 2012. • Distribute assets between taxable and retirement accounts. You’ll want to look at all your investments as a whole to determine if they’re working together to help you achieve your goals. But in considering ways to control investment taxes, you may also find it useful to look at two separate categories: your tax tax-deferred retirement accounts, such as your traditional IRA and your 401(k), and your taxable accounts, which hold all the investments not in your retirement accounts. As a (very) general rule, you might want to put income-producing securities, such as taxable bonds, into your tax-deferred retirement accounts. When you ultimately take out this money, presumably at retirement, your withdrawals will be taxed at your income tax rate, but by then, you may be in a lower tax bracket. Conversely, you may want to put growth- oriented securities, such as stocks, in your taxable account; as long as you hold these assets at least a year, you’ll only have to pay the long-term capital gains rate, which is currently 15 percent if you’re in one of the top three tax brackets. (This rate may soon rise, however.) • Sell your “losers” throughout the year. If you own investments that have lost value and that you don’t need to keep for other reasons (such as portfolio balance), consider selling them throughout the year. Your losses can offset any capital gains you might have achieved; if you don’t have any gains, the losses can offset up to $3,000 of your regular income. Plus, any losses that you don’t use in a given year can be carried forward indefinitely for use against future capital gains. Before embarking on any of these strategies, consult with your tax advisor. Every “tax-smart” move may not be appropriate for your individual situation. But if you’re concerned about the impact of investment taxes, it can certainly pay to explore all your options. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 21.10 +.12 AT&T 26.20 -.11 CMS Energy Corp 15.91 -.07 Coca-Cola Co 55.02 +.73 Dow Chemical Co 30.60 -1.29 Exxon Mobil 68.66 +.76 Family Dollar Stores 38.92 +1.13 First Financial Bancorp 18.83 +.18 Flowserve CP 115.65 -.10 Ford Motor Co 12.79 +.09 Intl Bus Machine 129.03 +.10 JCPenney Co 30.90 -2.52 Johnson & Johnson 65.68 +.37 Kellogg Co 53.12 +.08 McDonald’s Corp 68.92 +1.11 Pfizer Inc 17.18 +.22 Sears Holding 106.42 -1.49 Spartan Motors 5.78 +.31 TCF Financial 16.31 -.61 Walmart Stores 54.72 -.81 Gold $1152.10 +17.45 Silver $18.24 +.26 Dow Jones Average 11019.42 +49.43 Volume on NYSE -- Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, April 15 — winter reading club continues; Teens Pizza and Pages discusses Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins, 3:45 to 5 p.m.; Movie Memories Jimmy Stewart in “Jackpot” 5 to 8 p.m.. Friday, April 16 — preschool story time about “The Library,” 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.; jazz festival performances all day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, April 17 — jazz festival performances all day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, April 19 — National Library Week continues with “Food for Fines” event; board of directors meeting, 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 20 — toddler story time about spring, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m.; special Charlton Park presentation on its archaeological digs, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 21 — Tweens’ party, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; fifth grade Super Battle of the Books, 5:30 to 8 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information about any of the above. TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT PUBLIC HEARING FOR MIDDLE LAKE WEED CONTROL TO: The residents and property owners bordering Middle Lake and all other interested persons. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Carlton Township Board has scheduled a public hearing for an aquatic weed control project for Middle Lake within the Township, on the estimated costs of such improvement and on the special assessment district proposed to be created within which the costs of such improvement is proposed to be collected. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the aforesaid special assessment district is more particularly described as follows: Approximately 105 properties that front on Middle Lake except properties owned by Dave & Sharon Sixberry located on the west side of Middle Lake. A complete list of parcel numbers is available at the Township Hall PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the estimated costs for a lake management program for the control of weeds and/or algae in Middle Lake for the 2010 through 2014 seasons is in the approximate amount of $57,000.00 for the five seasons, or $11,400.00 per year, ($109.00 per year per parcel) and are on file with the Township Clerk for public examination and will be available at the scheduled public hearing. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Board has tentatively declared its intent to make the foregoing improvements and to create the afore-described special assessment district for the collection of the costs thereof and has tentatively found the foregoing to be reasonable and proper. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the public hearing on the foregoing improvements, estimated costs and the special assessment district within which such costs are to be collected, will be held at the Carlton Township Hall, 85 Welcome Road, within the township on Monday, April 26, 2010 commencing at 7 p.m. At the hearing the Board will consider any written objections to any of the foregoing matters filed with the Board at or before the hearing as well as any revisions, corrections, amendments or changes to the plans, estimates or special assessment district that may be raised at such hearing. The Township Board reserves the right to revise, correct, amend or change the plans, estimates of costs or special assessment district at or following said public hearing. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that if written objections to the improvement are filed with the Township Board at or before the aforesaid public hearing, signed by record owners of land constituting more than 20% of the total frontage upon the lake proposed to be improved, then the Township Board may not proceed with the project unless petitions in support of the project, signed by record owners of more than 50% of such frontage are filed with the Township. Such objections may be filed with the Township Clerk at the foregoing address. Please take further notice that if the Township Board determines to proceed with the project, it will cause a special assessment roll to be prepared for the recovery of the costs thereof and another hearing will be held preceded by notice to record owners of property proposed to be specially assessed and by publication in the Hastings Banner, to hear public comments concerning the proposed special assessments. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that Carlton Township will provide necessary and reasonable auxiliary aids and services at the hearing to individuals with disabilities upon reasonable notice to the Carlton Township Clerk of the need for the same. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the office of the Township Clerk in writing or by calling the undersigned Clerk at least five days prior to the hearing. All interested persons are invited to be present at the aforesaid time and place, in person or by representative, and to submit comments concerning the foregoing. Copies conveniently available on newsstands throughout the Barry County area. 77545145 CARLTON TOWNSHIP Michele Erb, Clerk 85 Welcome Road Hastings, MI 49058 269-945-5990 �Page 8 — Thursday, April 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa A rummage sale will be held on April 23 and 24 at the Depot Museum complex, along with a drawing for the winner of a 50/50 raffle taking place between now and then. Sebewa Center United Methodist Church will have a chicken barbecue dinner Saturday, April 17. The Tri-River Museum group will meet Tuesday, April 20, at the Cascade Township hall-museum, 2765 Thornhills Drive, immediately east of the traffic light near the river. Another food event on Saturday, April 17, is the pancake and sausage dinner at LeValley United Methodist Church on David Highway from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Next week’s free movie at the Ionia Theater will be on Camp Forgotten, a story of the CCC camps on the Roosevelt/New Deal era. An event coming in summer 2011 will be a huge Christian music festival which has been held at Gaylord since 2006. This has 100 bands using six stages. Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids has ties with this event, when it is being moved to Ionia in order to have more space with on-ground camping and other amenities. The fair management promises closer look at the weather conditions than in the past June which saw floods. The Lake Odessa Area Historical Society held a very successful soup and salad supper on Friday night. There was a good variety of soups prepared by select cooks, an assortment of breads and ample dessert choices, each with a disclaimer that the food was prepared in home kitchens not inspected by the health department. The patrons seemed not to be disturbed by that lack. The Rec Cross Blood Mobile will be in town Monday, April 19, from noon to 5:45 p.m. Marian Durkee is in charge. At Bowne Center United Methodist Church Saturday evening, two carloads of Lake Odessa people filled one table for the Swiss steak dinner. On May 1, they will be serving roast beef. The county genealogy society met Saturday with nearly 40 present. The speaker was a native Detroiter who never had attended a one-room rural school but has been a docent at the Michigan Historical Museum ever since it opened. She is well versed on rural schools in her role as an interpreter for visiting school children. She was dressed in the simple garb of a typical teacher of the 1910 era. She had researched Ionia County school records from the state archives. She stated that there are 12 boxes of material from all over the county, stored in no particular fashion so it is a surprise to open each box that might have material from all over the county. Over time there had been at least 150 rural schools in Ionia County. The numbers dropped sharply in the 1930s and 1940s, she said, as rural schools, became consolidated into larger districts. Lola Haller and Marti Lind were greeters. Rosemarie Hickey and Maureen Cross were the hostesses. The annual Lakewood CROP Walk is coming on Sunday, April 25, with a light lunch for participants. Most churches will have walkers who are collecting pledges. One quarter of all funds raised are returned for use by Lakewood Community Council to fill local hunger needs. COUNTY BOARD, continued from page 1 divided between the county, area townships and area intermediate school districts. Appointments to the county’s department of human services board and zoning board of appeals also were made by the commissioners, who appointed Orvin Moore to both boards. Moore is to serve a three-year term beginning retroactively on April 1 and ending March 31, 2013, on the zoning board of appeals and the remainder of a three-year term that began Nov. 1, 2008, and ends Oct. 31, 2011, on the department of human services board. Moore previously was appointed to the zoning board of appeals in 2007. While members of the department of human services board usually are appointed for three-year terms, Moore will serve a partial term, filling in for the late Dr. V. Harry Adrounie, who previously served on the board. The department of human services board is responsible for watching over area operations related to the Michigan Department of Human Services. The zoning board of appeals is charged mainly with making decisions regarding appeals and variances related to the county’s zoning ordinances. In addition, the board appointed Michelle Selzer to a seat on the county’s solid waste oversight committee that carries a three-year term beginning retroactively Nov. 1, 2008, and ending Oct. 31, 2011. The committee deals with the evaluation of solid waste projects planned for the county. Other actions taken by the board included an amendment to the county’s budget. According to a written summary of the amendment, the revision would reflect several things, including an expenditure of $600,000 of funds reserved for Barry County Central Dispatch for the upgrade of a “fire radio dispatch system,” revenue from administration fees associated with a planned sewer system that would service properties on and around Leach and Middle lakes and an insurance reimbursement for damage to the roof of the county’s Barry-Eaton District Health Department office. The board also approved an agreement that would allow the consulting company Maximus to review the county’s central services cost-allocation plan for the 2009 fiscal year. As detailed in a document available at the meeting, the plan “identifies the various costs incurred by the county to support and administer federal and state programs.” The board also took the following actions: • Adopted a resolution noting the commissioners’ disapproval of a proposed state budget by Gov. Granholm that would reduce the amount of funding made available for secondary road patrol by police officers. • Approved financial claims of the county totaling just under $104,700. • Approved pre-paid invoices of the county totaling more than $2.3 million. • Approved a payroll for the commissioners totaling just over $9,000 Board development training begins April 23 Director of Leadership Barry County Jennifer Richards said she is excited about the three-session leadership workshop scheduled to begin Friday, April 23, with Teresa M. Durham in the Fehsenfeld Center at Kellogg Community College at 2950 W. M-179 Highway in Hastings. The first session is “Recruit, Educate, Orient, and Engage.” Participants will learn the hallmarks of board development for highperforming results. All three sessions are from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and include lunch. Durham has more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit consulting and civic engagement. Her areas of expertise include board governance, strategic planning, fund development, group facilitation, program management and peer coaching. The second seminar Friday, May 14, at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute, 701 W. Cloverdale Road is called, “Should you interview an organization prior to consideration?” This seminar will help participants learn what they should know when seeking board service. The final workshop will be Friday, June 11, at Pennock Hospital, 1009 W. Green St. and will focus on creating a best-practice meeting NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held April 13, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77540795 • NOTICE • PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST Notice is hereby given that the Public Accuracy Test for the May 4, 2010 Election is scheduled for April 22, 2010 at 8:30 am. The test will be conducted at the Thornapple Township Hall, 200 E. Main, Middleville, MI. The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to determine the accuracy of the program and the computer being used to tabulate the results of the election. All tabulators used for each precinct will be tested individually. The following Townships will participate in the Test: Assyria – Deb Massimino, Clerk Baltimore – Penelope Ypma, Clerk Barry – Debra Dewey-Perry, Clerk Castleton – Lorna Wilson, Clerk Hastings Charter – Bonnie Cruttenden, Clerk Hope – Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Irving – Carol Ergang, Clerk Johnstown – June Doster, Clerk Maple Grove – Susan Butler, Clerk Orangeville – Jennifer Goy, Clerk Prairieville – Jill Owens, Clerk Rutland Charter – Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Thornapple – Susan Vliestra, Clerk Yankee Springs – Janice Lippert, Clerk THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact their township clerk at least five (5) days in advance of the test. 77545097 agenda. Participants will learn how to make the most effective use of board time while staying mission-focused. This professional development lunch and learn series on board service is presented by the Nonprofit Alliance at Kellogg Community College. Registration rate per session for non-alumni is $30. The per session rate for LBC alumni is $25. LBC alumni who register for all three sessions will pay $65 and non-alumni will pay $75. For more information, contact Richards at 269-945-0526. City of Hastings PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that a public Accuracy Test will be conducted on Friday, April 23, 2010 at 9:00 AM in the office of the Hastings City Clerk, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan, for the purpose of testing the tabulating equipment and programs, which will be used to tabulate the voted ballots for the May 4, 2010 Election. Voter assist terminals used to help voters mark their ballots will also be tested. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to the Clerk of the City of Hastings (telephone number 269-9452468 or TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777). Thomas Emery City Clerk 77545063 CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS The City of Hastings is soliciting bids for cabinets and countertops for the lab at the Waste Water Treatment Plant. Complete specifications are available from the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer. The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. Bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 10:00 AM on Monday, May 3, 2010 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Bids shall be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package “WWTP Lab Cabinets and Countertop Bid”. Thomas Emery City Clerk 77545129 Future looks brighter than the news by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters I’ve seen the future of American science and engineering, and, in my humble opinion, it looks very bright. From time to time, the media tell us that American education simply isn’t working. Reports can make it seem that public schools – and universities, too – are wasteful, dysfunctional and produce students who can neither read nor write, let alone do science and math. But I work at a large, state-run university, and I see little evidence of those claims. Let me tell you what I do know about, what I see first-hand. Recently students majoring in all the sciences and engineering here at Washington State University presented the results of their research to both faculty and industry representatives from outside the Ivory Tower. Yes, I said that the undergraduate students – some of them 19 years old – presented the results of their own research to faculty, staff, their peers and industry representatives. The next generation of nerds is more involved in research work than any I’ve known to this date. They don’t just sit passively in class taking notes, but broaden their horizons and deepen their minds by pursuing real research work in faculty labs on questions ranging from steel characteristics to atmospheric pollution to onion rot. It’s quite a sight to see a crowd of 300 doing the same basic exchanges – explanation and a bit of argument – that happens at national professional meetings where 55-year-olds explain and defend their research to peers. The ballroom where we held this event was crowded with people, the noise level high due to all the intense conversations. It’s all obviously good practice for the students, and the research being done by them simply puts to shame the education some of us old-timers had years back. And that means the next generation can benefit society sooner in its professional careers. The basic quality of all American universities is shown by the fact that many students from overseas still come here for their education. They vote with their feet – and some of them stay to contribute to our society as scientists, engineers, doctors and more. One of the areas in which we Americans have long excelled is basic research in science and engineering. We have been the go-to nation for computing technology and software, obviously, but also for a host of other technical fields like biotech science that allows us to change DNA for useful purposes and geological engineering techniques that allow us to explore for and extract oil from the deep Earth with the least impact on the environment. Recent years, of course, have surely been tough. It’s easy to be weary of the stories on the nightly news, to be afraid of the economic stresses our nation is going through. But I honestly believe the kids of today (if I may be forgiven for calling college students ‘kids’) have all that it takes and more to compete globally in technical fields. They are being taught to think and to do, not to recite – and that’s to our great advantage as a society. True, American universities are under major financial stresses. But I know first-hand American universities are still doing good work, day in and day out. The results are clear in the research I see being done not just by faculty and graduate students, but by teenagers who are throwing themselves into technical life. While I was helping with the event that recently occurred here, two parents and their daughter came up to me. The daughter has been admitted to attend WSU this next fall, and she has interests in majoring in a technical field. It’s fair to say they were blown away by the event, because it made it clear both parents and student what a great education can be had at public university and how serious some people in the upcoming generation are about their intellectual and professional lives. I don’t really understand economics, but I do know contributions to economic competitiveness by scientists and engineers are very real. And we here in the Ivory Tower are raising a good crop, indeed, to replace ourselves so the nation can climb still higher. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter atRockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Sciences at Washington State University. COUNCIL, continued from page 5 Bowers asked if deer culled by a program could be donated to food banks. “Yes, so long as the food banks know where they are coming from and are willing to accept them,” said Lerg. “We recognize that venison is a great food ... we stand back when the food banks start to talk with the department of agriculture and the Food and Drug Administration and all those folks who administrate those many services they offer.” Lerg also noted that the DNRE has a relationship with Sportsmen Against Hunger which donates venison to needy people who know how to prepare it. “Venison is delicious. In my experience, I found too many people without the right recipes,” he added. “If anyone is in need of recipes, I will share [them].” Council Member Jeri Depue asked if a check station would be available to determine whether deer culled by a program were infected with any diseases. “Certainly, we have mechanism to have deer checked, or to have deer screened to get that answer,” said Lerg. Lerg closed by saying that as the council moves forward with the process of establishing a plan, he would be available for consultation and information. In other business, the city council: • Approved a motion to stay the necessary ordinances, Friday, Aug. 27, through Sunday Aug. 29, to allow, among other things, the Elks Club beverage tent to be located in Parking Lot No. 4, allow some groups to display wares, sell goods and provide entertainment to the public at Fish Hatchery Park, close select city streets for food and entertainment and still others during the annual Summerfest Grand parade. • Approved a request from David Parker to hold a 5K run as a benefit for the Barry Community Free Clinic Saturday, June 5, from 7 to 11 a.m. The course will extend from the parking area at Hastings Manufacturing, across the bridge and along the Thornapple River to the Industrial Incubator and back. • Set a workshop meeting for 5:30 p.m. Monday, April 26, to receive the city manager’s draft of the budget for the 2010-11 fiscal year, beginning July 1. • Awarded a bid to Michigan Office Solutions for a multi-function photocopy machine in the amount of $17,185 as recommended by Hastings City Clerk and Treasurer Tom Emery. • Set a special meeting for 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 22, to meet with representatives from Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids to discuss possible ventures with downtown Hastings property owners. Dwelling Place hopes to work with the City to develop the upper floors of a handful of mixed-use downtown buildings as pedestrian-friendly, affordable housing, while the lower levels will retain their uses as office or retail space. KEEP YOUR FRIENDS AND RELATIVES INFORMED! Send them a gift subscription to The Hastings BANNER To order your subscription, call... 269-945-9554 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 15, 2010 — Page 9 LEGAL NOTICES AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Kevin J. Tava and Jeannie Tava, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS), Mortgagee, dated the 8th day of March, 2005 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 23rd day of August, 2005 in Liber Instrument No. 1143105 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty Eight Thousand Three Hundred Seventy Six & 61/100 ($128376.61), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 13th day of May, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 10.250% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: LOT 10, MARKET STREET PLAT, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 5, PAGE 89 OF PLATS, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 4/15/2010 THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77545086 DLN Tava STATE OF MICHIGAN IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF BARRY CASE NO. 10-43-CH HON. JAMES H. FISHER FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. HOWARD E. GILLESPIE and KATHLEEN NEWMAN, n/k/a KATHLEEN TULLIS, a married woman, Defendants. / KELLI L. BAKER (P49960) ROBERT J. SHEFFERLY (P67477) Attorney for Plaintiff 333 Bridge St. NW, Ste. 530 Grand Rapids, MI 49504 616-752-4600 / ORDER OF NOTICE OF ACTION AND ALTERNATIVE SERVICE At a session of said court held in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan ON: Mar. 26, 2010 PRESENT: Hon. James H. Fisher Circuit Court Judge Upon reading and filing the attached Ex Parte Verified Motion for Alternative Service, and the Court being fully advised in the premises, that Plaintiff, Federal National Mortgage Association, filed a Summons and Complaint against Defendant, Howard E. Gillespie, on January 28, 2010 with the Barry County Circuit Court of the State of Michigan, Case No. 10-43-CH. IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that service of process upon Defendant Howard E. Gillespie cannot reasonably be made as provided in MCR 2.105. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that Defendant Howard E. Gillespie shall be notified of the Summons and Complaint in the above captioned matter, by: 1. Posting or leaving the Summons, copy of the Complaint and this Order at 6239 Oakwood Dr., Delton, MI 49046 for Defendant Howard E. Gillespie; 2. Sending the Summons, copy of the Complaint and this Order to 6239 Oakwood Dr., Delton, MI 49046 by first class U.S. mail for Defendant Howard E. Gillespie; 3. Serve process on Defendant Howard E. Gillespie by publishing a notice once each week for a period of three consecutive weeks in the Hastings Banner, as defined in MCR 2.106(F), that is published in Barry County, the county in which this action is pending. 4. Serve process on Defendant Howard E. Gillespie by posting the Summons, a copy of the complain and this Order in the courthouse and two other public places in Barry County for a period of three consecutive weeks; 5. Any other method the Court finds reasonably calculated to give Defendant Howard E. Gillespie actual notice of the lawsuit. Upon completion of the service as provided in this Order, Defendant Howard E. Gillespie must take action to answer or otherwise respond to the Complaint within twenty-eight (28) days after the last date of publication by filing a written answer with the Barry County Circuit Court of the State of Michigan at 220 West State St., Hastings, MI 49058, and by serving a copy of the answer on Plaintiff’s counsel at 333 Bridge Street, N.W., Suite 530, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504. Should Defendant Howard E. Gillespie fail to answer or otherwise defend this action within twenty-eight (28) days of service, the Court may enter a default and default judgment in Plaintiff’s favor and against defendant Howard E. Gillespie. 77544966 HON. JAMES H. FISHER NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on September 27, 2006, by CARRIE B. CARR, f/k/a Carrie B. Johnson, f/k/a Carrie B. Warner, a single woman, DARRELL L. CARR, a married man, and VICTORIA B. CARR, a married woman (Joint Tenants), as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on October 3, 2006, in Instrument No. 1170909, and a certain Mortgage executed on September 27, 2006, by CARRIE B. CARR, f/k/a Carrie B. Johnson, f/k/a Carrie B. Warner, a single woman, DARRELL L. CARR, a married man, and VICTORIA B. CARR, a married woman (Joint Tenants); as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on October 3, 2006, in Instrument No. 1170911 (collectively the “Mortgage”), on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of Eighty Nine Thousand Five Hundred Ninety Two and 51/100 Dollars ($89,592.51), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 29, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: ALL THAT PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, LYING NORTH AND EASTERLY OF THE HIGHWAY. ALSO COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, THENCE NORTH 2 RODS; THENCE WEST TO THE CENTER OF HIGHWAY; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE CENTER OF THE HIGHWAY TO THE EAST AND WEST 1/4 LINE OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE EAST ON THE 1/4 LINE TO THE BEGINNING, CITY OF HASTINGS. Commonly known as 1235 E. Mill St., Hastings, Michigan. Mortgagee has taken steps to have the property described herein determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241. Therefore, the length of the redemption period will be one (1) month from the date of the sale, unless steps set forth in the statute are taken to challenge the abandonment. Dated: April 1, 2010 MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 77544682 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Martin L Shaneck and Tracy J Shaneck, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 27, 2006, and recorded on April 4, 2006 in instrument 1162186, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Four And 19/100 Dollars ($79,464.19), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel H: That part of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 18, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 88 degrees 58 minutes West 567.47 feet along the South line of said Northeast 1/4; thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 89.57 feet; thence South 69 degrees 00 minutes West 17.46. feet; thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 166.03 feet to the place of beginning; thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 220.00 feet; thence North 69 degrees 00 minutes East 502 feet, more or less, to the centerline of Orangeville Creek; thence Southeasterly along said centerline 249 feet, more or less, to a line which bears North 69 degrees 00 minutes East from the place of beginning; thence South 69 degrees 00 minutes West 610 feet, more or less, along said line to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes over a 66 foot wide strip of land, the Westerly line of which is described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of Section 18, Town 2 North, Range 16 West, thence North 88 degrees 58 minutes West 567.47 feet along the South line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section to the place of beginning of said easement, thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 89.57 feet, thence South 69 degrees 00 minutes West 17.46 feet thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes West 826.03 feet to the place of ending of said easement. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544269 File #311559F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven J Vander Kam and Jeanine L Vander Kam husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fidelity Bank, Mortgagee, dated February 25, 2003, and recorded on March 19, 2003 in instrument 1100433, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Two And 74/100 Dollars ($113,392.74), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 13, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 200.00 feet of the North 605.00 feet of the West 300.00 feet of the East 382.00 feet of the Southeast 1/4, Section 19, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan; together with an easement for ingress and egress over the West 33.00 feet of the East 382.00 feet of the North 405.00 feet of said Southeast 1/4. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545110 File #298942F01 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Bradley Ashcraft and Amy Ashcraft, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc (MERS), Mortgagee, dated the 17th day of August, 2006 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 28th day of August, 2006 in Liber Instrument No. 200608280010894 (Old Doc Ref No: 1169162) of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to Wachovia Mortgage Corporation fka Wachovia Mortgage FBS on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Two Hundred Thirty Three Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy Six & 03/100 ($233,876.03), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 29th day of April, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 8.7900% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Rutland, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTH AND SOUTH 1/4 LINE OF SECTION 26 TOWN 3 NORTH RANGE 9 WEST, RUTLAND TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DISTANT NORTH 00 DEGREES 13' 30" WEST, 1539.67 FEET FROM THE SOUTH 1/4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION 26; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 13’ 30" WEST, 81.01 FEET ALONG SAID NORTH AND SOUTH 1/4 LINE; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 49' 47" EAST, 1257.16 (RECORDED AS 1007.12 FEET) TO THE CENTERLINE OF TANNER LAKE ROAD; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 53' 29" WEST, 81.81 FEET ALONG SAID CENTERLINE; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 51' 55" WEST, 1255.57 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO AN EASEMENT FOR PUBLIC HIGHWAY PURPOSES FOR TANNER LAKE ROAD, AND ANY OTHER EASEMENTS OR RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD. ALSO, THE SOUTH 14 RODS OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 26, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST; EXCEPT THAT PORTION LYING EAST OF THE CENTERLINE OF TANNER LAKE ROAD. During the twelve (12) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 4/1/2010 Wachovia Mortgage Corporation fka Wachovia Mortgage FBS Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Wachovia Mortgage Corporation fka Wachovia Mortgage FBS 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77544563 Wachovia Ashcraft NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on November 1, 2005, by Karen A. Hawthorne, a single woman, as Mortgagor, to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, and which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on November 17, 2005, in Instrument No. 1156378 [the “Mortgage”], on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of Eighty Five Thousand Five Hundred Eighty Eight and 53/100 Dollars ($85,588.53), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 29, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in the County of Barry, and State of Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence South 16 rods for the place of beginning; thence East 10 rods; thence South 16 rods; thence West 10 rods; thence North 16 rods to the place of beginning, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan; also the right of ingress and egress over the following described property: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence East 10 rods for the place of beginning; thence South 32 rods; thence East 3 rods; thence North 32 rods; thence West 3 rods to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 1795 West Pifer Road, Delton, Michigan. Mortgagee has taken steps to have the property described herein determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241. Therefore, the length of the redemption period will be one (1) month from the date of the sale, unless steps set forth in the statute are taken to challenge the abandonment. Dated: April 1, 2010 MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 77544677 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by FLOHE LAND HOLDINGS, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company ("Mortgagor"), to CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, having an office at 2185 Three Mile Road, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), dated April 9, 2007, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on April 11, 2007, as Instrument No. 1179096 and as amended by an amendment agreement dated November 28, 2006, recorded April 11, 2007, as Instrument No. 1179097 (the "Mortgage"). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Seven Hundred Five Thousand One Hundred Ninety and 05/100 Dollars ($705,190.05). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 22nd day of April, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Lot 2, Middleville Industrial Park, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 1 Also (a) all privileges, appurtenances, improvements, buildings, tenements, hereditaments, easements, rights of way, licenses, riparian and littoral rights, mineral/oil/gas/water rights, rights to adjoining land, and all other rights belonging to the abovedescribed premises and which may hereafter attach thereto; (b) all rights to make divisions of such premises that are exempt from the platting requirements of the Michigan Land Division Act, as it shall be amended; (c) all rents, issues, profits, revenues, proceeds, accounts and general intangibles arising from or relating to the premises or any business conducted thereon by the Mortgagor including, without limitation, all rights, conferred by Act No. 210 of Michigan Public Act of 1953, as amended (collectively the "Rents and Accounts"); and (d) all equipment, other goods, and fixtures of every kind and nature whatsoever, now or hereafter located in or upon such premises or any part thereof and used or useable in connection with any present or future operation of such premises (hereinafter called "Equipment and Fixtures"), whether now owned or hereafter acquired by the Mortgagor, including, without limitation, all heating, air conditioning, ventilation, lighting, incinerating and power equipment, engines, signs, security systems, fences, hoists, cranes, compressors, pipes, pumps, tanks, motors, plumbing, cleaning, fire prevention, fire extinguishing, apparatus, elevators, escalators, shades, awnings, screens, storm doors and windows, appliances, attached cabinets, partitions, carpeting, ground maintenance equipment, and similar types of equipment, all of which shall be deemed to be real estate and mortgaged hereby. Commonly known as: 8700 Crane Road, Middleville, Michigan 49333 P.P. #08-41-126-001-20 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77544327 1768048-1 STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR, ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE; PLEASE CONTACT US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY. Default has occurred in a Mortgage made by Gregory L. Wilson and Karen S. Wilson (“Borrower[s]”), to First Community Federal Credit Union, (“Mortgage Holder”), which mortgage secures the property located at 11377 S. Westshore Dr., Delton, MI 49046. Pursuant to MCL 600.3205a(4), Mortgage Holder Informs the Borrower[s] of all of the following: 1. That the Borrower[s] have the right, to request a meeting with Mortgage Holder or its designee; 2. The name of the person designated under subsection (1)(c) as the person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements under MCL 600.3205b and MCl 400.3205c is Kelli Felmenden, First Community Federal Credit Union, 550 S. Riverview Dr., Parchment, MI 49004, telephone (269) 382-9845 ext. 1167 (“Designee”); 3. That the Borrower[s] may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority; 4. The website address for the Michigan State Housing, Development Authority is www.michigan.gov/mshda. The telephone number for the Michigan State Housing Development Authority is (517) 373-8370; 5. That if the Borrower[s] contact a housing counselor to request a meeting with Designee, foreclosure will not be commenced until 90 days after the date the notice was mailed to the borrowers; 6. That if the Borrower[s] and Designee reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower[s], abide by the terms of the loan modification agreement. 7. That the Borrower[s] have the right to contact an attorney, and the telephone number for the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 968-0738. April 7, 2010 First Community Federal Credit Union By Stephen L. Langeland, P.C. 6146 W. Main St., Ste. C Kalamazoo, MI 49009 77545074 (269) 382-3703 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Cathie L. Davis and Mickey Davis, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., Mortgagee, dated August 12, 2004, and recorded on August 23, 2004 in instrument 1132773, and modified by agreement dated March 10, 2005, and recorded on May 16, 2006 in instrument 1146528, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York as trustee for the certificate holders CWALT, Inc., alternative loan trust 2005-21CB mortgage pass through certificates series 2005-21CB as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Six Thousand Eight Hundred Forty-One And 07/100 Dollars ($196,841.07), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel B: That Part Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan, Described As: Commencing At The East 1/4 Corner Of Said Section; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 821.21 Feet Along The North Line Of Said Southeast 1/4 To The Place Of Beginning; Thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 40 seconds West 373.00 Feet; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 247.00 Feet; Thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 40 seconds East 373.00 Feet; Thence South 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds East 247.00 Feet Along Said North Line To The Place Of Beginning. Parcel Is Subject To And Together With An Easement For Ingress, Egress And Utility Purposes As Described In The Easement Description. Easement Description: Subject To And Together With An Nonexclusive Easement Over The Following Described Strip Of Land For Ingress To And-Egress From The Land Conveyed And For The Installation, Operation And Maintenance Of Overhead And/Or Underground Public Utility Facilities. Which Easement Includes The Right To Trim, Cut Down, Remove Or Otherwise Control Any Trees And Brush Now Or Hereafter Growing Within Said Strip: That Part Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan, Described As; Commencing At The East 1/4 Corner Of Said Section; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 821.21 Feet Along The North Line Of Said Southeast 1/4; Thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 40 seconds West 373.00 Feet To The Place Of Beginning Of The Centerline Of A 66 Foot Wide Strip Of Land; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 247.00 Feet Reference Point A; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 253.00 Feet To The West Line Of The East 1/2 Of Said Southeast 1/4 And The Place Of Ending Of The Centerline Of Said 66 Foot Wide Easement. Also Over A 50 Foot Radius Circle, The Radius Point Of Which Is The Above Described Reference Point A. At Such Time That The Street May Be Extended Beyond The Turnaround That Is Proposed To Be Built, Then The 50 Foot Radius Easement Shall Automatically Be Terminated And Only The 66 Foot Easement Shall In Force. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #313041F01 77544922 �Page 10 — Thursday, April 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Tad Macomber 11923 Sapling Road Middleville, MI 49333 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: April 15, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 617.4457 ASAP# 77545099 3527890 04/15/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William E. Bush Sr., a single man, original mortgagor(s), to B&P Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated May 13, 1998, and recorded on May 19, 1998 in instrument 1012190, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BankBoston, N.A. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-One Thousand Three Hundred Thirteen And 06/100 Dollars ($71,313.06), including interest at 9.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 9 of Culbert Plat No. 1, and a driveway easement across the East end of Lot 8 according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 19 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544655 File #305039F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Thomas Patrick Lyons, a single man of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, successor in interest to Washington Mutual Bank, successor in interest to Long Beach Mortgage Company dated the 27th day of October, A.D. 2004, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 29th day of October, A.D. 2004, in instrument No. 1136327 of Barry Records, which said mortgage was assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 20051, thru mesne assignments, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $102,516.21 (one hundred two thousand five hundred sixteen and 21/100) plus accrued interest at 5.50% (five point five zero) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 13th day of May, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Maple Grove, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Township of Maple Grove, County of Barry, Michigan: Commencing 260 feet South of the 1/8 post on the West line of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 31, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, for the point of beginning; thence East 26 rods; thence North 12 rods; thence West 26 rods; thence South 12 rods to the point of beginning. Commonly known as: 9745 North Avenue Parcel Number 10-031-130-00 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 15, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77545120 WWR# 10034706 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: William Rackley and Rebecca Rackley 11821 9 Mile Road Plainwell, MI 49080 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda. info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 9467432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1800-968-0738. Dated: April 15, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 617.4414 77545057 ASAP# 3523135 04/15/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard Gary Sunior and Debra S. Sunior, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2008, and recorded on July 2, 2008 in instrument 20080702-0006820, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Thirty And 40/100 Dollars ($134,030.40), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lots 1166 and 1167 of the City of Hastings, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544650 File #312919F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Amy K Rogers, and Everett D Rogers, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated June 8, 2007, and recorded on June 18, 2007 in instrument 1181844, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Two And 87/100 Dollars ($87,942.87), including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel in the East 100 acres of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 12, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, described as: Beginning 145 feet East of the Southwest corner of said 100 acres; thence North 355 feet; thence East 223 feet; thence South to Highway; thence West to beginning. This Deed is given pursuant to a land contract between the parties dated January 26, 1998 grantors do not warrant any acts or omissions of grantees since the date of said land contract, subject to easements, reservation, restrictions and limitations of record, if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544718 File #312689F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Ronald Traylor, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6278 Marsh Rd, Shelbyville, MI 49344-9657. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 9, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 9, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77545077 File # 299914F03 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy R. Frost and Dollene A. Frost, husband and wife, to Chase Home Finance LLC, successor by merger to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated February 25, 2003 and recorded March 11, 2003 in Instrument Number 1099206, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Eight and 71/100 Dollars ($195,238.71) including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 29, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2 of the Plat of West Beach, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 67. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 1, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.7731 ASAP# 3510598 04/01/2010, 04/08/2010, 77544640 04/15/2010, 04/22/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul D Anderson and Kathleen J Anderson, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third MortgageMI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated March 24, 2008, and recorded on March 31, 2008 in instrument 20080331-0003588, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fifth Third Mortgage Company as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Two And 81/100 Dollars ($127,272.81), including interest at 9.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 1, Whispering Pines Condominiums, a condominium according to the Master Deed thereof as recorded in Instrument No. 1161320, Barry County Records, and any amendments thereto, being Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544750 File #316469F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nancy J. Jewell, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 21, 2006 and recorded February 28, 2006 in Instrument Number 1160676, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Three and 85/100 Dollars ($107,393.85) including interest at 7.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 29, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 5, town 1 North, Range 9 West, thence South 30 rods thence West 8 rods, thence North 30 rods, thence East to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 1, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.7905 ASAP# 3510590 04/01/2010, 04/08/2010, 04/15/2010, 04/22/2010 77544635 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Robert J Vanspronsen and Mary E Vanspronsen, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 9945 Forest Ridge Ln, Middleville, MI 49333-8570. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Frank R. Simon, Simon, Galasso & Frantz, PLC, 363 West Big Beaver Road Suite 250, Troy, Michigan 48084; Phone (248) 720-0290 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 319711F01 77545080 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Donald Bruce Goodenough, an unmarried person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 25, 2005, and recorded on August 12, 2005 in instrument 1151056, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Eight Hundred Forty And 29/100 Dollars ($120,840.29), including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1149 of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, County of Barry, State of Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544946 File #314262F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sherry L Washburn, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 19, 2006, and recorded on April 27, 2006 in instrument 1163677, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy Thousand One Hundred TwentySix And 48/100 Dollars ($170,126.48), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 8 of Boulder Creek Estates according to the Plat thereof recorded in Liber 6 of Plats, page 23 of Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544935 File #282778F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stephanie Stolsonburg, a married woman, as her sole and separate property, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 16, 2005, as evidenced by Claim Of Interest dated March 19, 2009, and recorded on March 23, 2009 in instrument 20090323-0002586, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Three And 66/100 Dollars ($134,243.66), including interest at 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 24, the Westerly 1/2 of Lot 25 and the South 10 feet of Lot 31, adjacent to said Lot 24 of Streeter's Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 37, also the South 10 feet of Lot 31, adjacent to the Westerly 1/2 of Lot 25 of said Streeter's Resort. Also an undivided 1/4 interest in Lot 29 of Streeter's Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 37. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544611 File #250978F01 ORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by John and Debra Mays, Husband and Wife of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to American General Financial Services (DE), INC. dated the 7th day of December, A.D. 2004, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 8th day of December, A.D. 2004, in Instrument No. 1138333 of Barry Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $95,744.15 (ninety-five thousand seven hundred forty-four and 15/100) plus accrued interest at 8.25% (eight point two five) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 22nd day of April, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the City of Hastings, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: City of Hastings, County of Barry, and State of Michigan: Lot 4, Block 17 of Lincoln Park Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1, of Plats, Page 55 Commonly known as: 620 West Madison Tax ID No. 5509011200 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77544343 WWR# 10029178 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 15, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Daryl R. Hamel, a married man, to Rock Financial Corporation, Mortgagee, dated September 23, 1998 and recorded September 25, 1998 in Instrument Number 1018404, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Eight and 25/100 Dollars ($25,908.25) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 22, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2 of Balm-Meer, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 30. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: March 25, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.2786 ASAP# 3499798 03/25/2010, 04/01/2010, 77544313 04/08/2010, 04/15/2010 STATE OF MICHIGAN JUDICIAL DISTRICT 5TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY PROBATE ORDER REGARDING ALTERNATIVE SERVICE CASE NO. 10-161-DO Court address: 220 W. STATE STREET, HASTINGS, MI 49058 Court Telephone No.: (269) 945-1286 Plaintiff’s MICHAEL H. BOLO 990 S. CHARLTON PARK ROAD HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 945-9353 Plaintiff DAVID M. KOONS (P39300) 214 N. BROADWAY HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 948-9407 v Defendant’s JIAN XIN BOLO ADDRESS UNKNOWN In the matter of COMPLAINT FOR DIVORCE. THE COURT FINDS: 1. Service of process upon the defendant JIAN XIN BOLO, cannot reasonably be made as provided in MCR 2.105, and service of process may be made in a manner that is reasonably calculated to give the defendant actual notice of the proceedings and an opportunity to be heard. IT IS ORDERED: 2. Service of the summons and complaint and a copy of this order may be made by the following method(s). b. Tacking or firmly affixing to the door at THE BARRY COUNTY COURTHOUSE FOR 3 CONSECUTIVE WEEKS. d. Other: PUBLISHING IN THE HASTINGS BANNER LOCATED IN HASTINGS, MI FOR 3 CONSECUTIVE WEEKS. For each method used, proof of service must be filed promptly with the court. Date: 4/6/10 Judge James H. Fisher You are being sued in this court by the plaintiff for Divorce. You must file your answer or take other action permitted by law at the Barry County Clerk’s Office, 220 State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 within 28 days of publication. If you fail to do so, a default judgement may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint filed in this 77545101 case. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Adam L. Miles, Unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Charter One Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 28, 2006, and recorded on October 13, 2006 in instrument 1171350, and rerecorded on March 17, 2004 in instrument 1123750, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-One Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Six And 69/100 Dollars ($81,896.69), including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 13, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 33 Feet of Lot 2 and the West 10 Feet of Lot 1 of Block 8 of Butler Addition to the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, according to the Recorded Plat thereof. Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot 1 of Block 8 of Butler's Addition to the City, Formerly Village of Hastings, Thence West 56 Feet, thence North 132 Feet, thence East 56 Feet, Thence South 132 Feet to the Place of Beginning, Being a Part of Lot 1, Block 8 of Butler's Addition to the City, Formerly Village of Hastings The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545092 File #315518F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Lisa Beth Baker and Michelle Stenzelbarton, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 421 S Hanover St, Hastings, MI 49058-1941. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 9, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 9, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77545060 File # 319753F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gregory Gay, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 27, 2003 and recorded March 25, 2003 in Instrument Number 1100750, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by GMAC Mortgage, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Three and 43/100 Dollars ($103,993.43) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MAY 6, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 133.00 feet of the West 328.00 feet of the North 633.00 feet of the Northwest fractional 1/4 of the Northwest fractional 1/4 of Section 3, Town 1 North, Range 9 West. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 8, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 618.2012 ASAP# 3519165 04/08/2010, 77544951 04/15/2010, 04/22/2010, 04/29/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Darwin Kosbar and Donna Kosbar, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 4482 Carr Dr, Hastings, MI 490588284. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 9, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 9, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77545023 File # 318603F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carol A Etts, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 13, 2005, and recorded on December 15, 2005 in instrument 1157753, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank Of New York Mellon Fka The Bank Of New York As Trustee For The Certificateholders Cwabs, Inc. Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-14 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Four Thousand Nine Hundred TwentyFour And 37/100 Dollars ($64,924.37), including interest at 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 63 feet of Lot 9 of Block 6 of H.J. Kenfield's Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 9, except a strip of land 6 feet in width adjoining the street on the Northeasterly corner of said Lot The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544956 File #313991F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Elvin Colon and Aurea E. Colon, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 30, 2007, and recorded on June 24, 2007 in instrument 1180939, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Two Thousand One Hundred Eighty-Four And 62/100 Dollars ($132,184.62), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Southwest corner of Section 1, Town 2 North, Range 8 West; thence North 189.50 feet; thence North 88 degrees 50 minutes East 277.50 feet; thence South 189.50 feet; thence South 88 degrees 50 minutes West 277.50 feet to the place of beginning, known as Lot "D" The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544617 File #279853F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE In the event this property is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL .7cc please contact our office at (248) 844-5123. This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Russell J Ford, A Married Man and Janet K Ford, His Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc, solely as nominee for American Brokers Conduit, Mortgagee, dated February 28, 2007 and recorded March 5, 2007 in Instrument # 1177145 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned to: American Home Mortgage Servicing, Inc. by assignment of mortgage dated April 1, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Two Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-One Dollars and Sixty-Six Cents ($162,771.66) including interest 7.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 20 of Crooked Lake Summer Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 52. Commonly known as 11050 East Shore Dr., Delton MI 49046 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 4/08/2010 American Home Mortgage Servicing, Inc. Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77544977 Our File No: 10-22349 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeffrey Symonds, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA (the "Savings Bank") from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, acting as receiver for the Savings Bank and pursuant to its authority under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1821(d) via affidavit, Mortgagee, dated August 1, 2007, and recorded on August 6, 2007 in instrument 20070806-0000556, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Thirty-One Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty-One And 01/100 Dollars ($31,951.01), including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land 8 rods East and West by 10 rods North and South out of the Northwest corner of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 13, Township 1 North, Range 7 West, Assyria Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544888 File #313221F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by HEATHER SUE ORR and SPENCER HEATH ORR, WIFE AND HUSBAND, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated November 30, 2007, and recorded on December 13, 2007, in Document No. 20071213-0005200, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-Six Dollars and Ten Cents ($235,976.10), including interest at 7.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on April 29, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 9, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DISTANT NORTH 89 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 261.00 FEET FROM THE SOUTH 1 / 4 POST OF SECTION 9; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 499.12 FEET ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE; THENCE NORTH DOWN CENTER LINE OF HIGHWAY M-37 395.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 413.44 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 05 DEGREES 26 MINUTES 54 SECONDS EAST 395.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 26, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77544668 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy P Ederer aka Timothy Ederer and Brenda L Ederer, as husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 26, 2003, and recorded on July 23, 2003 in instrument 1109195, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-One Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-Nine And 86/100 Dollars ($81,369.86), including interest at 4.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6, Bryanwood Estates, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 6 of Plats, on Page 14, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan. Also, the West 33 feet of Lot 1, except the South 72.89 feet thereof, Bryanwood Estates, part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 23, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 6 of Plats on Page 14, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544709 File #300248F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Eric Van Valkenburg and Heather Van Valkenburg, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 7, 2005 and recorded October 26, 2005 in Instrument Number 1155203, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Four and 53/100 Dollars ($105,324.53) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MAY 6, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the 1/4 post of the North Section line of Section 16, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South along the center of Highway 26.50 rods for a place of beginning; thence South along the center of Highway, 23 rods; thence West 9.50 rods; thence North 23 rods; thence East 9.50 rods to the place of beginning. Subject to: Building and use restrictions and easements of record. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 8, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.4002 ASAP# 3518052 04/08/2010, 04/15/2010, 77544927 04/22/2010, 04/29/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James W. Haddock aka James Haddock, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated April 8, 2008, and recorded on April 17, 2008 in instrument 20080417-0004177, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-One And 76/100 Dollars ($66,371.76), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the North 1/2 of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 1, Town 3 North, Range 7 West; thence South in the center of highway 175 feet; thence East 212 feet; thence North 175 feet; thence West 212 feet to the point of beginnning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544605 File #312259F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Edwin L Kidder and Shay L Kidder, Husband and Wife to Argent Mortgage Company LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 10, 2005 and recorded October 21, 2005 in Instrument # 1154949 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned through mesne assignments to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for Argent Securities Trust 2005-W5, Asset-Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2005-W5, by assignment dated March 19, 2010 and recorded March 24, 2010 in Instrument # 201003240003077 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventeen Thousand Five Hundred Sixteen Dollars and Seventy-Five Cents ($117,516.75) including interest 9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 6, 2010 Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 9, Block 2, Kenfield's 2nd Addition to the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 37, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 727 East Clinton St., Hastings MI 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 4/08/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company , as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for Argent Securities Trust 2005W5, Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-W5, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77544972 Our File No: 10-21514 �Page 12 — Thursday, April 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David Lee LaFountaine, a Married Man and Sandra J LaFountaine, original mortgagor(s), to The Provident Bank doing business as PCFS Mortgage Resources, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2004, and recorded on July 13, 2004 in instrument 1130754, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Amortizing Residential Collateral Trust, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-1 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Three Thousand One Hundred Forty-Five And 89/100 Dollars ($223,145.89), including interest at 9.115% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 13, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North and South 1/4 line of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 985 Feet from the Center 1/4 corner of said section, and running thence North 343 Feet to the Northwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 17; thence East 250 Feet along the North 1/8 line of said Section 17; thence South 343 Feet, thence West 250 Feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545115 File #315921F01 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has occurred in a Mortgage made Jay T. Dowdle and Laura E. Dowdle to Omni Family Credit Union nka Omni Community Credit Union dated November 1, 2004, and recorded on November 9, 2004 at Document No. 1136959 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $118,556.67. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on May 13, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East entrance, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 5.25% per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan Law. The property to be sold is described as: Located in the Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan: A parcel of land located in the NW 1/4 of S33, T1N, R7W more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the W 1/4 post of S33, T1N, R7W; thence N 89 degrees 25’ 14” E along the E and W 1/4 line of said Section 33, 852.39 feet to the point of beginning of this description; thence N 00 degrees 31’ 11” W 651.01 feet; thence N 89 degrees 25’ 14” E 470.48 feet to the W line of the E 1/2 of the NW 1/4 of said Section 33; thence S 00 degrees 32’ 34” E 651.01 feet to said E and W 1/4 line of said Section 33; thence S 89 degrees 25’ 14” W along said E and W 1/4 line of said Section 33, 470.73 feet to the point of beginning. Which has the address of: 7087 Huff Rd., Bellevue, MI 49021-8203. During the one year immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241(a), in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Dated: March 12, 2010 Omnit Community Credit Union By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) BUSINESS ADDRESS: 6146 W. Main St., Ste. C, 77545105 Kalamazoo, MI 49009 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gregory A Olmstead a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 2, 2007, and recorded on July 26, 2007 in instrument 200707260000168, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety And 12/100 Dollars ($119,890.12), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 27, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South 300 feet along the East line of said Section 27; thence West 300 feet parallel with the North line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 Section 27; thence North 300 feet to said North line; thence East, 300 feet along said North line to the point of begining, subject to an easment for public highway purposes over the Easterly 33 feet thereof for Guy Road and any other easments or restricitions of records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544645 File #300983F01 WE WILL KEEPYOU CONNECTED! If you have been told you can’t get High Speed Wireless Internet.... WE HAVE THE WAY! Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Phillip Wirtz a married man, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 8, 2004, and recorded on September 10, 2004 in instrument 1133765, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Eleven And 18/100 Dollars ($80,011.18), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Northeast 1/4 of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, described as: Parcel B: Commencing at the intersection of the centerline of Assyria Road and the North line of said Section 9; thence Southeasterly along the centerline 978.31 feet to the palce of beginning; thence Northeasterly at right angles to said centerline 250.00 feet; thence Southeasterly parallel with said centerline 280.00 feet; thence Southwesterly at right angles 230.00 feet to the centerline; thence Northwesterly along said centerline 280.00 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. 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See verizonwireless.com/Bluetooth for details. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 15, 2010 — Page 13 Hastings Middle School announces honor roll Hastings Middle School has released its honor roll for the third marking period of the 2009-10 school year. High honors go to students who grade point average was between 3.5 and 4.0 for the marking period (* indicates 4.0. Honors students were those with a GPA between 3.0 and 3.49 Sixth grade High honors *Benjamin Anderson, Jacqueline Anderson, Nicholas Baum, Jeanne Bekampis, *Jade Boersma, *Justin Carlson, Andres Carmona, Carter Carpenter, *Clay Coltson, Lynlee Cotton, Madeline Dailey, *Aaron Denney, Sarah Dittman, Sarah Ellwood, Elijah Flood, Thomas Furrow, *Scott Garber, *Caroline Garrison, Andrew Gee, *Abigail Girrbach, *Aaron Hamlin, *Taylor Harding, Lezlie Herrington, *Daniel Hooten, *Katie Jacob, *Michael James, *Brittney Johnson, *Caleb Keech, *Anna Kendall, Hannah Leary, Thomas Lindsey, Maria Lopez, Johnna Love, *Shelby Mack, *Alexander Maurer, *Rebecca Maurer, *Maryn McCausey, Clayton McClelland, Todd McConnon, Abigail McKeever, Alex McMahon, Madilyn Metzger, *Emalee Metzner, Devin Moore, Zhoe Moore, Emma Morawski, Connor Musculus, Margaret Nicholson-Marsh, Tanner Olmsted, *Alyssa Olsen, Raelee Olson, Krylan Pederson, *Kylie Pickard, *Owen Post, Kelsy Potter, Abel Ramirez, Jacqueline Rosenberg, *Adam Shaffer, Megan Slagel, Samantha Slatkin, *Jesslyn Slaughter, *Rachel Smith, *Lee Stowe, Nicholas Surratt, KaetlynneTuenessen, *Antonio Tompson, *Quentin Wigg, *Jacob Wilgus, *Madeline Youngs, Jacob Zech. Honors Autumn Ackels, Macey Acker, Zachery Allyn, Alex Beauchamp, Emily Borton, Richard Buskirk, Zachary Carlson, Megan Carpenter, Jordyn Coats, Emily Dezwaan, Faith Garber, Kailey Gilbert, Kristen Gillespie, Ashley Glumm, Zlatko Granzow, Destiny Hartke, Theron Heniser, Kendra Hermenitt, Jordon Hoffman, Braendon Hook, Lance Horton, Ryan Horton, Samantha Hurst, Haley Johns, Raymond Johnson, Kaitlyn Keeler, Haley Landon, Kimberly Landon, Christopher Lewis, ZhiXiang Li, Adam McVay, Brittany Moore, Tanner Norris, Cora O’Brien, Sarah Olson, Anna Pattok, Robert Perry, Alec Ridderbos, Mckenzie Rudesill, Emily Schultz, Matthew Scott, Sakora Stout, Leah Thompson, Morgan Tolles, Ciera Van Noty, Kaitlyn Vanier, Renee Walden, Mikayla Warner, Gage Wasnich Pearson, Brittney Wellman, Katherine Wilcox, Noah Wilson, Travis Yoder, Trystyn Yoder. Seventh grade High honors Selinda Arechiga, James Avery, Hannah Bagley, Jared Bailey, *Kaitlyn Bancroft, *Kathleen Beauchamp, *Peter Beck, *Karan Bhakta, *Bethany Bridgman, Emilie Caris, *Robert Carlson, *Marshall Cherry, Cheyenne Childers, *Christine Clark, *Ronald Collins, *Damon Cove, Ashley Cranmore, Sarah Debolt, *Kourtney Dobbin, Samuel Eastman, *Brandi Ellwood, Caleb Engle, Drew Engle, *Mary Feldpausch, Hannah Franklin, *Erin Goggins, *Logan Gray, *Alec Harden, *Cole Harden, Evan Hart, Benjamin Herbstreith, Nicole Hunt, Lucas Johnson, Michael Johnston, *Ryan Johnston, Jesse Kinney, *Hannah LaJoye, Tillery Larsen, *Abigail Laubaugh, *Kaylie Lumbert, *Mackenzie Maupin, *Grace Meade, Chancelor Miller, Jay Molette, *Mackenzie Monroe, *Patrick Murphy, Tyler Owen, Mariah Pearlman, Draven Pederson, Joshua Pifer, *Adam Post, *Jacob Pratt, *Alexis Price, Devin Prieur, Braxton Prill, Erica Redman, Jaleel Richardson, James Senard, *Jacob Sherman, *Caleb Sherwood, Alexandrea Shumway, Sarah Sixberry, *Jason Slaughter, Victoria Smith, Drew Stolicker, *Ryan Thornburgh, Samantha Traister, Levi Trick, Parker Tyson, *Naomi VanDien, Abbey VanDiver, Danielle Watson, Samantha Wezell, *Drew WhiteTebo, Marshall Wood, *Jacob Zimmerman, *Jillian Zull. Honors Nicholas Beauchamp, Adam Clement, Riley Cusack, Aarron Davis, Autumn Demott, Breanna Gillespie, Brandon Gray, Taylor Hawthorne, Skyler Henion, Amy Hobert, Atricia Johnson, Kayla Loew, Avery Lomas, Abby Miller, Sarah Norton, Jessica O’Keefe, Taren Odette, Zachary Pennington, Christina Ramsey, Mckenzie Teske, Madalin Trumbull, Deanna Turashoff, Karlee Vaughan, Ashleigh Wiersma, Christa Wright. Eighth grade High honors *Sarah Alspaugh, *Lauren Arnett, Rebecca Barnard, *Grace Bosma, *Katherine Brown, Mikayla Calvert, *Abigail Campbell, Dayton Carter, Liberty Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale Automotive Pets AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 WILL PAY UP to $500 for junk vehicles. (269)274-8627. DOG TRAINING CLUB: private or basic to advanced obedience group classes. (Small & large dogs different classes). Freestyle, Agility & Rally. Large training facility in downtown Hastings, 1035 E. State Street. Call certified behavioral trainer Pat Hoeksema at Puppy Pack (269)948-9049. BED: QUEEN PILLOWTOP mattress set, NEW, still in plastic, $200. Call (517)4104921 Delivery available. CABINETS PLUS OFFERS custom cabinetry. Made in Hastings, free estimates. Kiln dried lumber, Oak, Cherry, Maple, Ash, Hickory, Aromatic Cedar, Knotty Pine and custom mill work. (269)948-9774 FOR SALE: 2 Diamond plate tool boxes for pickup, side mount, opens on top, less than 1 year old, $100 each. lawn cart, extra large 3 cu. ft., $75. Ladder rack for pickup, only mounts on one side, $50. Call 517-507-9941. Estate Sale ESTATE/MOVING SALES: by Bethel Timmer - The Cottage House Antiques. (269)795-8717 Garage Sale TOOLS, RV PARTS, artwork, household items, much more. ‘95 Ford Dually. 15th, 16th, 17th, 9-5. 597 Gaskill Rd., Hastings. National Ads THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT KNOWINGLY accept advertising which is deceptive, fraudulent or might otherwise violate law or accepted standards of taste. However, this publication does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of any advertisement, nor the quality of goods or services advertised. Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all claims made in any advertisements, and to use good judgment and reasonable care, particularly when dealing with persons unknown to you ask for money in advance of delivery of goods or services advertised. Business Services ROOFING: metal or shingles, siding, windows, decks, additions, power washing. 25 years experience. Connor Construction, (269)804-2355. Help Wanted HELP WANTED MASSAGE/RECEPTION: fulltime, part-time. Send resumes to PO Box 188, Hastings, MI 49058, Ad #107. Farm EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 PULL BEHIND DRAGS, $100. (269)838-5958 Recreation 8FT. SLIDE IN truck camper. 13ft. overall, very clean good condition. No roof leaks, $600 obo. (269)6238907 (269)908-1463 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: 77543023 77544689 All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Case, *Marshall Christensen, Logan Clements, Drew Cooley, Katherine Cybulski, *Margeau Donavan, *Anna Ellege, Raven Gaiski, *Mitchell Gee, *Effie Guenther, *Devin Hamlin, Emily Hayes, *Ethan Haywood, *Taylor Horton, *Gabrielle Hubbell, *Kylie Johnson, *Matthew Johnson, Stephen Kendall, *Alyssa Larsen, Stephanee Leask, James Lee, *Suzannah Lenz, *Caprice Lowinski, Haley Lyke, Brody Madden, Zachary McMahon, *Alexander Morgan, Marlee Morris, *Kylee Nemetz, Jacob Oglesby, *Marko Rabe, Saska Radulovic, Rachel Rimer, Amanda Rodd, Nicholas Schaefer, Rachael Senard, McKayla Sheldon, *Laura Shinavier, *Joseph Smith, Taylor Sordillo, Mara Speer, *Daniel Sprague, Trista HONOR ROLL, continued next page LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Theodore Baker and Debra Baker, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 546 N Michigan Ave, Hastings, MI 49058-1422. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 9, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 9, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77545026 File # 319362F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dale B Vandermeer and Annette L Vandermeer, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 15, 2004, and recorded on January 3, 2005 in instrument 1139558, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, National Association on behalf of Morgan Stanley ABS Capital 1 Inc. Trust 2005-WMC3 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twelve Thousand Six Hundred TwentyTwo And 69/100 Dollars ($212,622.69), including interest at 9.49% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the West 1/2, Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 19 minutes 06 seconds West 1323.05 feet along the South line of said Southeast 1/4 to the East line of the West 1/2, Southeast 1/4 of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 1170.0 feet along said East line; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 662.48 feet; thence North 34 degrees 15 minutes 45 seconds West 80.0 feet to the place of beginning; thence North 34 degrees 15 minutes 45 seconds West 502.0 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 423.79 feet; thence North 70 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 351.18 feet to Reference Point A; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 515.0 feet; thence South 06 degrees 06 minutes 37 seconds West 446.42 feet to the place of beginning. Together with a 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes West and South of a line described as: Beginning at Reference Point A; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 515.00 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 660.00 feet to the point of ending of said line. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544336 File #311911F01 COURT NEWS James Walter Gillett, 40, of Hastings pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle while under the influence of liquor, third offense. On April 7, Judge James Fisher in 5th Circuit Court sentenced Gillett to 60 months of probation and 47 days in jail. He was credited for 47 days already served and ordered to pay $1,863 which included $500 library fund fines, $500 court costs, $186 court assessed late fee, $748 in restitution, $1,106 in reimbursements and a $200 drug court fee. Walter Ray Schisser, 35, of Plainwell will be spending three months in jail after sentencing by Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court April 7. Schisser pleaded guilty to one count of delivering/manufacturing marijuana. The county prosecutor’s office chose not to pursue charges of delivering/manufacturing 5 to 45 kilograms of marijuana, possession of a narcotic/cocaine, less than 25 grams and maintaining a drug house. Schisser must pay $2,000 in court costs, $60 to the crime victim rights fund, $68 state minimum costs and $120 in probation fees. The charges stem from a July 29, 2009, incident in Prairieville Township. Michael Aaron Durecka, 20, of Bedford pleaded guilty to possessing marijuana, second or subsequent offense, in front of Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court. Durecka was sentenced to 30 days in jail and 12 months of probation. His license has been suspended for 12 months and restricted after 60 days. He must also pay $60 to crime victim rights, $68 state minimum costs and $120 in probation fees. The charges stem from a Feb. 5 incident in Hastings. POLICE BEAT Erratic driving leads straight to jail Hastings Police responded to a report of an possibly intoxicated driver in the 200 block of North Broadway on April 7. Officers located the suspected vehicle in the alleyway on the south side of the Express Mart Party Store heading west, being driven erratically. The vehicle was stopped and the driver, Samie Vincent, 47, from Hastings. Officers said it was obvious that Vincent had been consuming intoxicants, and she said she had consumed one beer. After further investigation and a preliminary blood alcohol test registering .23 percent, Vincent was placed under arrest for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. She was transported and lodged at the Barry County Jail and is facing charges of operating while under the influence, third offense. Burglars ready for bird-watching picnic Barry County Sheriff Deputies were called to a residence on Mullen Road on a report of a forced-entry burglary April 2. The subject(s) gained entry by apparently kicking in a basement door. Several items were broken or stolen during the incident, including 15 bottles of wine, binoculars, food and a coffee maker. Follow your nose – to jail that is Hastings Police stopped a vehicle in the 200 block of East Thorn Street April 2, after learning that the registered owner was wanted on a misdemeanor warrant out of Battle Creek for assault. The subject, identified as Tyler Morris, 19, from Hastings, was placed under arrest on the warrant. The investigating officer also noted the strong order of burnt marijuana coming from the car, and during a search of the vehicle, the officer recovered a small amount of marijuana and other drug paraphernalia. Police arrest teen who’s ready to rumble Hastings Police were dispatched a reported fight in progress April 3 at a residence in the 400 block of South Hanover Street. Responding officers reported an individual, later identified as Brittany Grandahl, 18, from Hastings, attempting to assault one of the residents. Officers confronted Grandahl who began screaming obscenities and refused to calm down. Grandahl then made another assault attempt toward the resident, and officers placed her under arrest for being a disorderly person. She was transported to and lodged at the Barry County Jail. Friend uses the wrong way to help Hastings Police stopped a vehicle in the 500 block of East Madison Street early April 11 for a speeding violation. The driver, identified as Randy Pyle, 55, from Hastings, had allegedly been consuming intoxicants and admitted that he had drank a few beers. Following further investigation, Pyle was found to have a blood alcohol level of .13 percent. After Pyle was told he was under arrest, a passenger in the car, Steve Nelson, 28, also from Hastings, began to interfere with officers. Nelson continued to interfere after officers told him repeatedly to back away or be arrested. Nelson failed to heed the officers’ warnings and was placed under arrest on charges of disorderly conduct. Pyle and Nelson were both transported and lodged at the Barry County Jail without further incident. 77545082 �Page 14 — Thursday, April 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner DK boys beat the Eagles by 20 A couple sprints and a couple field events were the only places where Olivet finished ahead of the Panthers Tuesday. Delton Kellogg’s varsity boys’ track and field team scored a 78.5-58.5 win over the host Eagles in the first Kalamazoo Valley Association dual of the season. Tyler Bourdo had a big day for the Panthers, finishing in first place in all four of the events he participated in. He won the long jump at 19 feet 6.25 inches, and took the 800-meter run in 2 minutes 6.7 seconds. He also teamed with Austin Ketola, Jordan Bourdo, and Connor Wolschleger to win the 1600-meter relay in 3:40.0 and with Ryan Watson, Ketola, and Nick Rendon to win the 3200-meter relay in 8:54. Watson had a pair of individual wins as well, taking the 3200-meter run in 10:59 and the 1600-meter run in 5:01. The Panthers swept the 1600, with Rendon second in 5:18 and Jeff Jackson third in 5:29. Rendon was also second in the 3200 with a time of 11:01. Matt Ingle won twice in individual events too, taking the 110-meter high hurdles in 16.3 and the 300-meter intermediate hurdles in 43.3. He was second in the pole vault as well, clearing 11-0. Ingle teamed with Connor Stewart, Jake Homister, and Adam May in the 800-meter dash to win with a time of 1:38.6. Jordan Bourdo won the 400-meter dash in 55.6, and Trevor Curtice won the discus at 115-4 for Delton. Aaron Kelley was the key to the success which the Eagles had on the track. He won the 100-meter dash in 11.6, the 200-meter dash in 24.3, and also was a part of the 400meter relay team which won in 46.4. Delton Kellogg’s girls were downed by Olivet on the day, but full results weren’t available. The Panthers return to action Friday when they head to the Otsego Relays, then will be home for a KVA dual with GalesburgAugusta Tuesday beginning at 4:30 p.m. Saxons mercy Hopkins twice Hopefully, Hastings saved something for Thursday. The Saxon varsity softball team exploded for 41 runs on 35 hits as it swept both games of a double header against Hopkins in Hastings Tuesday. The Saxons took game one 24-9, then won the night cap 17-2. Those 35 hits included three home runs, one each for Brandy Gorodenski, Shelby Roush, and Morgan Stowe. Of the 52 runs the two teams combined to score, Hopkins scored the first seven in the top half of the first inning of game one. It only took Hastings two innings to make up that gap though. The Saxons still trailed 9-7 heading into their half of the third inning, but scored 13 runs in the frame. The inning included two singles from Tara Harding, a single and triple by Heather Gdula, doubles off the bats of Stowe and Roush, a triple from Gorodenski and a single by Alex Wendorf. The Saxons ended the game on the mercy rule in their half of the fourth inning on six consecutive hits. Katie DeVries started the inning with a double and scored as Harding collected her fourth hit of the game. Stowe and Roush followed with doubles and then Wendorf and Gorodenski hit singles to end it. Harding improved her record to 3-1 on the mound as she struck out three Hopkins hitters while walking two. Stowe also had a two-run single in the first inning to start the scoring for Hastings. In the second, the Saxons hit for the cycle, with a single by Harding, a triple by Roush, a double by Wendorf, and Gorodenski’s first career home run. In game two Wendorf took to the mound for the Saxons and pitched her best game of the young season as she allowed just two Hopkins runs on four hits while striking out four batters. The Saxons started game two by pushing three runs across the plate in inning one as Katie DeVries walked and scored on a double by Stowe. Walks to Roush and Gorodenski and a pair of wild pitches scored the other two runs. Roush had a three-run double in the second inning, and Wendorf and Gorodenski then followed her with RBI singles to put the Saxons up 7-1. The Saxons scored 5 more times in inning three on a pair of walks and hits by Christy Engle, Harding, Stowe and Roush. In the Saxons’ fourth inning, Engle led off with a single. Blair and DeVries made it three consecutive singles to score a run. Stowe and Roush then launched back to back home runs. Stowe’s just cleared the fence in straight away center field for her second home run of the season and Roush crushed her home run approximately 260 feet away over the right center field fence ending the game. The Saxons are now 5-3 overall this season, and open conference play with a double header at home against Wayland Thursday. HONOR ROLL, continued from previous Straube, Kaylee Tapscott, *Allison Taylor, Sarah L. Taylor, Hannah Tebo, *Anne Teunessen, *Logan Teunessen, Tyler Traister, Shelby VanderMel, Dexx VanHouten, Connor von der Hoff, *Kailyn Wales, *Amanda Wilgus, Aaron Williams, *Carson Williams, Monique Williams, Aubrey Woern. 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The rest of the Vikings managed just four singles the rest of the afternoon against Bulldog pitcher Anna Conrad who allowed just two hits in the Bulldogs’ 7-0 game one win and three in the 4-1 game two victory. Britteny Hilley took the pitching loss in game one for the Vikings, and Chelsea Lake took the loss in game two. Lexie Spetoskey and Brittany Wallace had the two Viking singles in the opener. In game two, Corie Curtis and Tiffani Ackerson both singled for the Vikings. Lakewood returns to action Thursday at home for two against the Charlotte Orioles, then Saturday will be a part of the Barry County Invitational in Hastings. Handful of errors hurt Delton boys in games with Gull Lake The Panthers made five errors in nine innings of action Tuesday, and head coach Bill Humphrey wasn’t displeased with that performance. The problem was, each one seemed to come at a big time. “When we made ‘em, Gull Lake made us pay,” said Humphrey. “We’ll just have to keep plugging away. We competed well, but came up on the short end.” Gull Lake scored 17 runs in the two games against Delton Kellogg’s varsity baseball team Tuesday, but only one of those runs was earned. The Blue Devils took game one 11-10, then led game two 6-2 when it was called after two innings due to darkness. Zack Fish had three triples and three RBI’s to lead the Blue Devil attack in game one. Gull Lake had ten hits in that first game, and only one error of their own. Ryan Hook and Derek Hibbert had two hits each for the Panthers in the game one loss. Joey Springer and Brad Meyers both had one hit and two RBIs. Gavin Brinley had the other one of the Panthers’ seven hits. Springer took the loss on the mound for Delton. In game two, Jeff Bissett, Nick Brindley, and Willy Todd had the three Panther hits, with Todd getting an RBI on his. Hook took the loss in game two, despite not allowing a single Blue Devil hit. The Panthers open up the Kalamazoo Valley Association season with a double header at Parchment Friday, then will head to Hastings Saturday for the Barry County Invitational. Tuesday, the Saxons continue league play at Galesburg-Augusta. McLean no-hits Wayland in first game of Saxon sweep There would have been no better way for the Saxon varsity baseball team to open the 2010 O-K Gold Conference season. The Saxons swept a double header with Wayland Tuesday afternoon in Hastings, getting a five-inning no-hitter from pitcher Riley McLean in the opener. The Saxons scored a 10-0 win in McLean’s third shut-out of the season, a game in which he stuck out eight. He has now allowed just two hits in three games. “Riley was again outstanding on the mound today,” said Hastings head coach Marsh Evans. Hastings had ten hits itself, starting with an infield hit from Dylan Downs which sparked a two-run outburst in the bottom of the first. Eric Pettengill reached base, and Downs scored, as Pettengill put down a sacrifice bunt which turned into a Wayland error that scored Downs. Pettengill then came home on an RBI single from McLean. The Saxons added four runs in the third, three in the fourth, and one more in the fifth to end the opener early. Pettengill, Zack Passmore, and Michael Eastman had RBI singles in the third inning rally. Mitchell Brisboe led-off the fourth with a double, and came home on a single by Downs, who later scored on a sacrifice fly from McLean. Nick Wallace then had an RBI single, which scored Pettengill who had reached on a walk. Pettengill had another RBI single to end the game in the fifth. Downs and Pettengill finished with two RBI’s each. “How about Dylan Downs and Eric Pettengill, on base 13 of 16 times today with seven hits and nine runs scored between the two of them,” said Evans . “And we got great contributions throughout the line-up.” The Saxons then took game two 8-3. It was a quick start in game two for the Saxons too. They scored three times in the first inning. Nick Wallace drove in two runs with a looping single to left, and eventually came home on a Wayland error. The Saxons pushed their lead to 5-0 in the second, on a two-run single off the bat of McLean which drove in Kendall and Downs who’d both singled and stolen a base to start the inning. Wayland cut into that lead with three runs in the top of the third, but the Saxons came back in their half of the fourth with three more runs to push the lead back to five. McLean had an RBI hit in the fourth for the Saxons, and Michael Eastman added a two-run single which scored Micah Huver and McLean. Wayland got its three runs off of Saxon starter Zach Passmore, who was relieved by Kevin Maurer in the third, and allowed just one double in his three innings of work. McLean closed out the win for the Saxons in the seventh. “Kevin Maurer was solid on the mound for us today and Michael Eastman has hits in both games and drives in three runs making his first start on the varsity,” Evans said. At the plate the Saxons had eight hits in game two, led by McLean’s three singles and Downs’ two hits. Hastings will finish its conference opening series with Wayland at Wayland with a single game Thursday. Saturday, the Saxons are home as they host the Barry County Invitational which also includes teams from Delton Kellogg, Lakewood, and Thornapple Kellogg. BOWLING SCORES Tuesday Mixed ~Final Standings~ Grove Street Cafe 76.5-50.5; Hastings City Bank 76.5-50.5; Boyce Milk Hauler 68-59; Hurless Machine Shop 66-62; Barry County Red Cross 53.5-74.5; J-Bar Antique Tractors 41.5-86.5. Men’s Good Games - K. Armstrong 230; D. Blakely 219; C. Steeby 212; M. Yost 198; G. Hause 188; G. Snyder 178; T. Graham 172. Men’s Good Series - K. Armstrong 535; D. Blakely 644; C. Steeby 482; M. Yost 511; G. Hause 512; G. Snyder 463; T. Graham 454. Women’s Good Games - B. Wilkins 179; M. Westbrook 170; S. Beebe 159; J. Steeby 159; B. Ramey 151; D. Service 149; B. Smith 148. Women’s Good Series - B. Wilkins 498; M. Westbrook 469; S. Beebe 445; J. Steeby 407; B. Benedict 407; D. Service 426; B. Smith 423. D. James 222; M. Heath 216; A. Hall 205; R. Murrah 201. Men’s Good Games and Series - B. Bowman 247-657; M. McKee 215-633; A. Taylor 235-606; R. Chaffee 203-550; J. Smith 203-534; R. Raylor 234; J. Shoebridge 224; R. Guild 224; J. Bush 223; H. Pennington 215; B. Madden 184; D. Sears 172. Mixerettes James Process Service 75.5-48.5; Kent Oil 74.5-49.5; Dewey’s auto Body 66-58; NBT 64-60; Nashville Chiropractic 62.5-61.5; Dean’s Dolls 59-65; Sassy Babes 49.5-74.5; Good Friends 45-79. Good Games and Series - T. Shaeffer 178463; N. Bechtel 167-451; G. Meaney 165; J. Alflen 199-537; L. Elliston 190-555; B. Anders 159; D. Anders 152; K. Fowler 185524; S. Dunham 183-458; N. Goggins 166436; S. Smith 177-434; M. Kill 173; W. Gilman 142. Sunday Night Mixed Sandbaggers 76 1/2; Lanes Divided 68; Late Arrivals 67 1/2; Team Ate 67; Pinchasers 66 1/2; Sunday Snoozers 66 1/2; Shelly’s Country Daycare 65; Funky Bowlers 65; Skabbs 64 1/2; Straight Liners 57; The Heath Gang 54 1/2. Women’s Good Games and Series - K. Becker 200-568; S. VandenBurg 224-560; K. Kuhlman 188-522; S. Symonds 120-349; N. Shafer 198; M. Olin 155. Men’s Good Games and Series - S. Farlee 235-688; B. Madden 233-618; E. Bartlett 243607; S. Olin 220-581; B. Shafer 211; C. Merica 210; B. Churchill 207; J. Shoebridge 200; TL Heath 199. Senior Citizens ~Final Standings~ Butterfingers 74.5-45.5; Usetobe #1 73-47; Three Gals and a Guy 67-53; Just Having Fun 66-54; Sun Risers 63.5-56.5; Kuempel 60.559.5; Ward’s Friends 60-60; Be Happy 58-62; King Pins 54.5-65.5; M&M’s 51-69; Early Risers 50.5-69.5; Just Friends 41.5-78.5. Women’s Good Games and Series - C. Stuart 167; E. Ulrich 178; B. Hathaway 166; M. Kleinbrink 133; A. Tasker 156-425; Y. Markley 139; R. Murphy 167; L. Friend 118317; E. Moore 169; G. Scobey 174-442; E. Dunham 192-497; S. Patch 173-509. Men’s Good Games and Series - K. Schantz 174; G. Forbey 157-465; P. Krystiniak 164; R. Boniface 176; C. Purdum Sr. 213; R. Obreiter 192; H. Gibson 159; G. Waggoner 178-518; B. Akers 199; D. Murphy 157-413; P. gasper 300-680; R. McDonald 225; D. Kiersey 183-530; R. Hart 177. Friday Night Mixed Matt’s Bunch 77; Shirlee N’ Family 68; Ten Pins 66 1/2; Spencers Towing and Tire 66; Part Time 62; 9 N-A-Wiggle 58 1/2; Heads Out 57; Haldan 53; Dum Schitz 53; All But One 52; The 4 B’s 50; Team #13 48; Oldies But Goodies 48; Spare Time 41. Women’s Good Games and Series - T. Phenix 194-538; P. Ramey 191-515; T. Bush 167-472; E. Johnson 159-472; L. Smith 178460; J. Bowman 169-420; N. Taylor 145-388; Wednesday P.M. Hair Care 77-47; Four Pals 72.5-51.5; Eye and ENT 65-69; Mill’s Landing 60-64; The River 59.5-64.5; NBT 38-86. Good Games and Series -D. Huver 169457; D. Larsen 153; L. Elliston 199. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 15, 2010 — Page 15 Sprinters lead Saxon boys to win over FHE The distance races and the discus were the only places that Forest Hills Eastern was able to keep up with Hastings’ top performers Tuesday. The Saxon varsity boys’ track and field team improved to 2-0 in the O-K Gold Conference with a 75-62 win over the visiting Hawks. The Saxons now have big dual ahead at Caledonia Thursday. Josh Coenen set a new personal record in winning the 100-meter dash in 11.18 seconds Tuesday for Hastings, and also teamed with Dylan Pennington, Chase Delcotto, and Tom Davis to win the 400-meter relay in 45.10, and Gordon Conley, Delcotto, and Patrick Loew to win the 800-meter relay in 1:35.16. Loew won the 200-meter dash in 23.11, the 400-meter run in 53.88, and teamed with Ben Kolanowski, Jacob Comer, and Marshall Warren to win the 1600-meter relay in 3:49.92. Conley would win the 110-meter high hurdles in 15.36, and the long jump at 19 feet 6.5 inches. His win in the long jump was one of four wins in the field for the Saxons. Dewey Slaughter took the high jump at 6-0, Brad Gagnon the pole vault at 10-0, and Luke Densmore the shot put with a throw of 47-2. The Hawks won every race from 800meters on up individually, and the team of Garrett Cullen, Chad Scott, Erik Bates, and Spencer Ferris won the 3200-meter relay in 8:39.20. Forest Hills Eastern won the distance races, but the Saxons put up a fight. The Saxons’ Troy Dailey was right on the heels of Scott in the 3200-meter run, finishing in 10:20 which is a new personal record for him. Hastings’ girls fell to 1-1 in the O-K Gold Conference. The Saxon girls went into the dual with Forest Hills Eastern trying to find a way to make up a couple points against the Hawks, but instead injuries slowed the Saxon sprint relay teams and the Hawks scored an 85-52 win. “Even if we would have won those two relays, however, we were still six points short like we figured,” said Hastings girls’ coach Brian Teed. The only relay the Saxons would win was the 1600-meter relay, where the team of Heather Cady, Nichole Redman, Taylor Carter, and Katie Ponsetto finished in 4:34.93. Brittany Morgan tied for first in the high jump at 4-10, and won the long jump at 14.75 for the Saxons. Jessica Lee won the 100-meter dash in 13.06, and Redman the 300-meter hurdles in 50.66. The Saxons also got a first place finish from Taylor Simpson in the discus, with a throw of 73-7. The Saxons’ Lauren Anderson races around the track during the 1600-meter run Tuesday. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto) TK girls win their second Gold dual The Saxons’ Jason Eckley gets the baton to teammate Troy Dailey in the 3200meter relay Tuesday against Forest Hills Eastern. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto) It was no surprise that after scoring a sweep in the 400-meter dash, that Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity girls’ track and field team went on to win the 1600-meter relay too. The Trojans girls closed out the final event at Tuesday’s O-K Gold Conference dual with South Christian in Middleville, by besting the Sailor foursome in the 1600-meter relay by over 22 seconds. TK took the win in the event with a time of 4 minutes 22.44 seconds, and won the dual by the score of 88-49 to improve to 2-0 in the league. The Trojan trio of Hana Hunt, Danielle Fredenburg, and Stephanie Betcher swept the three scoring places in the 400-meter race, with Hunt winning in 1:04.77. Three girls won a pair of individual events on the day, Thornapple Kellogg’s Allyson Winchester, Erin Ellinger, and South Christian’s Kelly Heidmann. Winchester took the distance races, winning the 1600-meter run in 5:26.45 and the 3200-meter in 11:26. Ellinger won the throws, covering 29 feet 8 inches in the shot put and 102-9 in the discus. Heidmann won the 100-meter hurdles in 16.56 seconds, and the high jump at 5-0. The Trojans won three of the day’s four relays, also taking the 3200-meter race in 10:25.48 and the 800-meter event in 1:52.47. Heidmann’s win in the high jump was the only win for the Sailors in the field. The Trojans’ Kelsey Webster won the pole vault at 8-6 and Lara Dahlke won the long jump at 145.5. Fredenburg won the 200 for TK in 27.28, and Cassie Holwerda the 300-meter low hurdles in 49.74. Thornapple Kellogg’s boys fell to 1-1 in the O-K Gold Conference as they were downed by the Sailor boys 76-61. The Trojans were topped despite winning three of the four relays. TK finished the 1600-meter relay in 3:43.48, the 800-meter relay in 1:37.88, and the 400-meter relay in 46.65. The lone Trojan individual win on the track came in the 400-meter dash, where Aaron Ordway took first in 55.45, and teammate Josh Bremer was second in 56.78. TK’s wins in the field came from Trey Mahon in the shot put (40-6.5) and Matt Raymond in the pole vault (12-0). South Christian was led by Garrison Gaddy who won the 100-meter dash in 16.56, the 200 in 24.09, and took the long jump at 18-7. The Trojans will face Grand Rapids Catholic Central on the road Thursday. Saxons tie Hamilton in first game back by Brett Bremer The first goal was the spark for the Saxons, but they couldn’t get a second in a 1-1 tie at Hamilton Tuesday evening. Hastings varsity girls’ soccer team started off slow against the Hawkeyes, and was outplayed in the first half and Hamilton scored the game’s first goal. Hastings knotted the score on a beautiful cross from forward Dani Meredith which midfielder Morganne Hubbel buried into the back of the net. “The girls, at that point in the game, picked up their play,” said Hastings head coach Sarah Smith. “In the second half we out hustled them, Not miraculous: Tigers beat up on bad teams’ bullpens LHS girls win Smith was especially happy with her defense, anchored by goalkeeper Jena Bailey, sweeper Veronica Hayden, and outside backs Alaina Case, Kelsey Devroy, and Brittany Hickey. Midfielders Kelsi Herrington and Haley Wagner were also vital to the defensive effort. “The girls are starting to gel, and it’ll be exciting once they do,” Smith said. The Saxons are off now until Monday when they travel to Jenison. Their next home game will be the first game of the O-K Gold Conference season when they take on Wayland Tuesday. two doubles matches at Haslett Lakewood’s varsity girls’ tennis team suffered its first defeat of the season Tuesday, falling 6-2 to the Haslett Vikings. Both of Lakewood’s wins came on the doubles side, as the number one team of Abby Haskin and Orianna Ramos scored a 6-3, 6-3 win over Emily Davis and Jane Fast. At third doubles, the Lakewood team of Nicole Graham and Olivia Salazar scored a 6-3, 2-6, 6-3 win over Noelle Hansford and Erin Lawrence. All three doubles matches were close, as the Haslett team of Taylor Pringle and Victoria Trosko downed Jessica Hilley and Nancy Brehm 6-4, 2-6, 6-2 at number four, and the team of Ashley Hartsuff and Kristen Choi topped Jenna Avery and Kayla Bite 6-4, 4-6 (10-5) at second doubles. The tightest singles match as at number four, where Chelsea Bosma scored a 6-2, 75 win over Lakewood’s Brooke Fox. The top three Lakewood singles players were all shut out in the first set. At number one Emmy Virkus topped MacKenzie Chase 6-0, 6-1. At number two, Morgan Patterson downed Kelsey Stoddard 6-0, 62. At third singles, Calla VanAtta defeated Maggie Wernet 6-0, 6-2. Lakewood is now 1-1 on the year. The Vikings host DeWitt for another tough no-conference dual Thursday, then head to the tournament at the Portland Spring Sports Carnival Saturday. Lakewood will be home Tuesday when it opens the CAAC-White season against Williamston. Maple Valley Implement, Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street, Nashville 517-852-1910 www.mvimplement.com 77545139 Is it being the voice of reason, or is it being a pessimist? That’s a question that I ask myself sometimes. My brother-in-law sends me an e-mail telling me how excited he is that the Tigers’ just signed Johnny Damon. Well yes that’s nice, but I wasn’t quite sure how he’d make up for losing Marcus Thames, Curtis Granderson, Placido Polanco, Edwin Jackson, Fernando Rodney, Brandon Lyon, and whoever else left the Tigers in the offseason. Now that the Tigers are off to a 6-3 start everyone is all excited. They’ve had all kinds of come from behind wins, four wins in which they’ve trailed after the sixth inning. Hooray, but... They’ve had come from behind wins because they’ve started the season against the Royals and the Indians. They’ll likely prove by the end of the season to be two of the bottom five teams in the entire American League. Even their starting pitchers have had success against the Tigers. The Tigers don’t have any quit in them, but the Royals’ and Indians’ bullpens don’t have much talent in them. There are more than 150 games to go yet. If Luke Hochevar and Brian Bannister are getting the job done against the Tigers, what are Jake Peavey and Kevin Slowey going to do? Those are just a couple of the other top guys in the division. That’s not even worrying about guys like Josh Beckett from the Red Sox and Felix Hernandez from the Mariners and C.C. Sabbathia from the Yankees. Point is, the Tigers’ haven’t punched themselves a ticket into November baseball by winning six out of nine against two of the worst teams in baseball. Instead, they did what they’re supposed to do - beat up on the bad teams. The NFL draft is next weekend, with a new format. The first round will be held Thursday, the second and third rounds Friday, then the rest of the draft on Saturday. There’s been lots of debate about whether the Detroit Lions should take Nebraska defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh or one of the top offensive tackles. Last year I wrote about how I thought the Lions needed to improve their defense, and take linebacker Aaron Curry with the top pick. Instead, they took quarterback Matthew Stafford. Boy was I wrong. So, here I am back to saying that the Lions should take a defensive player rather than an offensive tackle to protect the golden arm they drafted a year ago. Suh has the potential to be a Pro-Bowl defensive player year in and year out. Someone tells me the Lions should get the offensive tackle now while they’re picking so high in the draft. My thought is, they’ll be picking just about as high next season. There’s not going to be some magic leap for the Lions from the basement to the Super Bowl. The next step for the Lions isn’t winning as many games as they lose in a season. It’s not making the play-offs. It’s finishing third in the NFC North. Just finish third (ahead of the Bears), watch the Vikings and Packers in the play-offs, then move on to one of those other steps. In the last two seasons the biggest weakness for the Lions hasn’t been receivers dropping passes, offensive lineman playing el matador, or even defensive backs who are best at covering their eyes after being beat deep again. It’s that they have no pass rush at all. None. Suh improves that, and an offensive tackle who might be a slight upgrade over Jeff Backus does not. Hopefully, I’m wrong again. They take the offensive guy, win twice as many games as they did last year, and finish...uhhh fourth in the division again. and you could tell they were getting tired. We had several great opportunities to score, but just couldn’t quite get that last solid touch on the ball.” Most of the rest of the game was played back and forth between the 18-yard boxes another physical contest between the Saxons and Hawkeyes. “It has been that way each and every time we play each other,” Smith said. “They truly are a solid team. They win balls in the air. They move well, and they are enthusiastic and we knew that coming into the game, we just started slow.” �Page 16 — Thursday, April 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner First day in Gold doesn’t end well for the Saxons by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The end of the first O-K Gold Conference jamboree of the season was rough on the Saxons Tuesday at Orchard Hills Golf Course. Brian Baum tied for third individually, shooting a 38 to lead the Hastings varsity boys’ golf team. That wasn’t quite good enough to help the Saxons from finishing in sixth place though. “I’m happy,” Baum said. “I played well, except for the last hole. One club too much.” John Kalmink, the Saxons’ number two, also had a tough end to his day. He was one over through six holes, but finished with a 44. That tied him for second on the Saxon team with Danny Buehler. Nick Petersen added the Hastings’ John Kalmink sends his ball out of a sand trap on number seven during Tuesday’s O-K Gold Conference jamboree at Orchard Hills Golf Course. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxons’ fourth score, a 48. South Christian took first on the day with a 159. The hosts from Wayland were second with a 167, followed by Forest Hills Eastern 172, Grand Rapids Catholic Central 171, Caledonia 174, Hastings 174, Thornapple Kellogg 185, and Ottawa Hills 285. Caledonia topped the Saxons on the fifth score tie-breaker. The Wildcats played well on their home course, and Hastings and Forest Hills Eastern expect to be better as the season goes on. Hastings felt like an opportunity got away. “We should have finished second today, and we didn’t finish,” said Hastings head coach Bruce Krueger. “We missed a chance to beat some teams we should have beat.” South Christian had two of the top three scores, getting a 36 from Blake DeVries and a 38 from Michael Wierenga. The other four Sailor golfers were all in the low 40’s. Wayland’s Keegan Pawloski matched DeVries’ 36. Catholic Central was led by Cody Shoemaker’s 39. Caledonia had five golfers finish with either a 43 or 44. Kevin Wagner and Kevin Busch both shot 43s. Travis Taylor, Stephen Spencer, and Tim Taylor added the 44s. The Saxons’ fifth score was a 50. Thornapple Kellogg was led by Justin Helmholdt’s 41. LT Monks added a 46 for the Trojans and Eric Pitsch and Rocky Vanzegeren both scored 49. The O-K Gold Conference gets together for its second jamboree at Broadmoor in Caledonia today, then Tuesday will be at Egypt Valley. The Saxons were slated to head to the Delton Kellogg Invitational at Mullenhurst yesterday, and will be at the Pennfield Invitational Saturday. Thornapple Kellogg’s Justin Helmholdt reacts to just missing a putt on number nine Tuesday afternoon at Orchard Hills Golf Course. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Saxons’ Brian Baum watches his drive fly from the tee on number eight at Orchard Hills Golf Course Tuesday afternoon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) DK girls no-hit in opener, but earn split with Gull Lake Delton Kellogg’s varsity softball team was no-hit by Gull Lake in its first loss of the season Tuesday, but bounced back to top the Blue Devils in game two. The Panthers topped the Blue Devils 3-2 in game two, pounding out ten hits. Katie Marshall had a single, a triple, and two RBIs in the second game. Taylor Blacken and Brooke Martin had two hits as well. Kami McCowan, Shelly NeSmith, Amber Sauers, and Kayla Hartline had the other Panther hits. Blacken earned the win, allowing five hits while striking out one and walking one. The Blue Devils scored a 1-0 win in the opener. Delton got a solid pitching performance from Martin, who struck out four while walking three and giving up six hits. The Panthers open the Kalamazoo Valley Association season with a double header at Parchment Friday afternoon, then on Saturday will head to Hastings for the Barry County Invitational. State champ to start college wrestling career in Muskegon Lakewood senior Ryan Steverson (seated center) signed his National Letter of Intent last Thursday (April 1), surrounded by family, coaches, and classmates. He will join the Muskegon Community College Men’s Wrestling Program after graduation. Steverson was the Division 3 285-pound state champion this winter, finishing the year with a perfect 53-0 record. He was a three-time state medallist during his high school wrestling career. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-04-22.pdf 2c0095baf0baf994ad429e33c7f06707 PDF Text Text Civil Air Patrol to hold rescue excercise Celebrate Earth Day today HHS boys win big Gold dual, and Relays See Story on Page 2 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 21 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 16 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, April 22, 2010 Hastings schools may seek bond in August NEWS BRIEFS Algonquin Lake group to meet tonight The Algonquin Lake Community Association will hold its spring general membership meeting Thursday, April 22, at 7:30 p.m. at the association lodge on Iroquois Trail. Topics will include weed control, July 4 fireworks, the April 24 dinner and roadside cleanup, and information about sewers. All lake residents are welcome. Roadside cleanup workers are needed. Concert will benefit child abuse prevention council Friday, April 23, the doors in the Greenery Room at the Middle Villa Inn will open at 6 p.m. for a concert by the duo of Gene Englerth and Joe LaJoye, also known as Pacific Lite. which will be from 7 to 10 p.m. This is a benefit for the Child Abuse Prevention Council of Barry County. Information on local programs will be available. Dancers will receive special acknowledgment. Anyone planning to attend should call 269-795-3640 to make reservations, especially if planning to dine. A portion of the $7 per person cover charge will be donated to the charity. Those attending the concert may purchase food from the full menu. A cash bar will be available. The Middle Villa is at 4611 N. M-37 Highway north of the light. ‘Pink’ soccer games Friday for Relay for Life Hastings High School’s girls varsity and junior varsity soccer teams will be pretty in pink for a good cause when they take the soccer field Friday, April 23, to face Parma Western on Hastings’ Johnson Field. The Hastings soccer teams and coaching staff will be wearing pink uniforms to help support the cause of fighting cancer, and certain fundraisers will benefit this summer’s Barry County Relay for Life. The JV game starts at 5:15 p.m. and the varsity game is at 6:45. Admission is $5. “Our girls will be honoring and playing in memory of many loved ones who have died because of cancer, who have battled cancer and made it through, as well as those who are currently battling cancer,” said Varsity Head Coach Sarah Smith. Spectators are encouraged to wear pink to the games because there will be $1 donated for every person who walks in wearing pink. Pink Hastings Soccer T-shirts will be available at the game for $10, and all of the proceeds from those sales are being donated to the Hastings Soccer Relay For Life Team. There is also a private donation being made by a local family who has pledged an additional $1 for each Tshirt that is sold. Dan Goggins, of Picture This Photography, will be on hand Friday taking photos, and 10 percent of any photos ordered by May 7 from that event will be donated to Relay For Life. See NEWS BRIEFS, continued on page 2 by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer According to Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee, the district may ask voters to approve a bond to make repairs and improvements to the high school and other building in the August election. “We’re still looking into it; but, Hastings has qualified for, through the [federal] stimulus package, for a qualified school construction bond (QSCB), that would allow us to bond $3.2 million,” said Satterlee. “Right now, we believe we have the numbers that we would be able to do this at no additional cost to the taxpayers. “We have about .06 mills coming off the levy next year and that .06 mills, if we kept it in place, would fund that $3.2 million,” he explained. “With that, we would look at improving facilities and grounds and putting technology in classrooms — doing some of the things that we can’t otherwise afford to do out of the general fund. Keeping the .06 mills in place would continue to cost the owner of a $100,000 home approximately $3 a year, according to Satterlee. “If we proceed with this it will be an August election. I’m just putting it out there so the public is aware of it at this point,” he said. “More information will follow as we know more.” Later while presenting, for board approval, a donation of $4,000 from the Central Elementary PTO for the purchase of SmartBoards for the school, Satterlee noted that similar technology needs to be incorporated into middle and high school classrooms. When asked by a board member how many SmartBoards were in elementary classrooms, Satterlee said, “Our elementaries are nearly full ... through donations from the community, donations from PTOs, donations from individuals. Our elementaries are in great shape because of people in the community. “My big fear, and we talked about it at the Committee of 33 meeting the other day, is that we will now have fifth graders who will have two or three years of technology in the classroom, come to the middle school and technology falls right off...” he added. “I’m hopeful, optimistic, I guess, that if we get the qualified school construction bond, we might be able to add technology and further put technology in front of our students at the secondary level at both the middle school and the high school in the future. That is something we couldn’t have done with the sinking fund in the past. But with the qualified school construction bond, you can put technology in front of kids. That needs to be a priority because of what we’re doing at the elementary level, I’m really excited. But, at the secondary level, we’re at risk of students becoming disengaged because they lack the technology they used every day.” The district’s financial ability to provide low-tech materials, such as textbooks for classrooms, also was discussed when Satterlee recommended the board approve a text book for the Advanced Placement statistics course, which has been taught the high school without a textbook for the past two years. Before the board voted to approve the purchase of the textbooks, President Patricia Endsley asked, “Is the board going to begin approving textbooks that we are not going to buy?” “I’m hoping not; but, depending on the situation in Lansing ...” replied Satterlee. “I’ve heard were losing $18 a kid, and they’re going to cut categoricals up to a $400 cut. So, at this point, until the picture improves up there ...” Trustee Scott Hodges said that even if the district can’t afford to purchase the books next year, it is a good idea to approve the book, “So we can put it in teachers’ hands.” Trustee Tammy Pennington asked if the district was purchasing any textbooks this year. And, if the board has given its approval for other texts for different classes in the past, what determines which texts are purchased. Satterlee explained that need and cost were factors in determining how texts are prioritized for purchase as funds become available. “This one I would see as being near the top ... the students could really use the supplemental support ... so could the teacher,” he said. The board also approved a Spanish I class for the middle school in order to help the district meet the new state mandates requiring all students, beginning with the Class of 2011 to have completed two years of foreign language before graduation. “The administration is recommending that we would implement, according to merit curriculum and goals, that seventh graders, beginning next year, take Spanish I in middle school, during a year and half period, with more information to come on Spanish II at the high school — as we still have some details to sort out there,” said Satterlee. “We’ve looked a number of options; it is really about opportunity for kids. We believe, at the middle school, if we were to eliminate wood shop and one year of our computer courses, that would allow our band and choir students to still take band and choir and allow them to meet the need of the core language requirement. “... I also believe, given our current financial situation, that this is the most financially savvy way to implement a mandate from the state at this time,” he added. Trustee Kevin Beck said he attended a band boosters meeting and the issue of offering Spanish I at the middle school level came up and the boosters were, “strongly against it.” “They thought that by having five core subjects that band, and any kind of music, would be very much infringed on,” he said. “I can’t disagree.” “I think they are right to be fearful,” said Satterlee. “And, this is a mandate from the state, not Hastings Area Schools. Right, SCHOOL BOARD, continued on page 7 New hospital years away, representative says by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer While the proposed construction of a new facility for Pennock Hospital at the corner of M-37 and M-43 to replace the one currently located in the city of Hastings was a frequent topic at meetings of the Rutland Charter Township Board last year, its mention at such meetings has since lessened. However, at the April 14 meeting of the board, Jim Wincek, a representative of the Pennock Health Services, which owns Pennock Hospital, informed the board that it would be several years before the compa- ny builds a hospital in the township. “We are not at a place where we can actually afford the financing necessary for a new hospital at this time,” said Wincek, vice president of support services. “Nothing has changed in terms of the need for a new hospital; all of the things that drove the decision to want to build a new hospital all exist, and we have every intention of doing it.” Wincek’s announcement about the new hospital echoes a statement he made approximately five months ago at a meeting of the Hastings Area Joint Planning Prairieville Township police chief retires Says argument with township supervisor had no bearing on decision by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer After serving as chief of police of the Prairieville Township Police Department for more than a decade, Larry Gentry retired from the position April 9. In a telephone interview last week, Gentry explained that he has served America for nearly half of a century. Prior to working in the Prairieville Township Police Department for 15 years, he served in the Battle Creek Committee, where he informed members of the committee that plans for a new hospital had been put on “indefinite hold.” At last week’s meeting, Wincek explained that, while the net income Pennock Health Services earned during its 2009 fiscal year was positive, the company also experienced a loss in its revenue from operations that year. Revenue from operations is what primarily affects the company’s ability to borrow money or issue bonds, and Pennock Health Services would need to experience a positive net income in the area of its operations for at least one year before it would be able to engage in financial transactions that would allow it to build the new hospital, he elaborated. “It looks like this year, we’re going to break even,” he said. “It’s going to be a very close year this year. And to give you some relativity on that, we believe that we’re doing as well or better than any other hospitals our size in Michigan.” According to Wincek, 12 months is needed to complete work on the design of the new hospital, and approximately two years would be needed to construct it. “If we were to flip the switch today, say, ‘We’re going to do the new hospital today,’ it would be three years before the hospital opens,” he said. Another speaker who addressed the board was Ken Smith, a member of the Hastings Public Library’s board of directors. Smith informed the board that a deficit of approximately $40,000 had been forecasted for the library’s 2010-11 budget, which is expected to total about $700,000. “We’re looking at a shortfall at the library,” he said. HOSPITAL, continued on page 17 Police Department for more than 25 years, retiring as a lieutenant within that department. Gentry added that he also fought in the Vietnam War. While Gentry’s retirement might have come as a surprise to some, he explained that his desk at the township’s police department already was partially cleaned out by the time he announced he would be leaving. “I had been trying to retire for the last two years,” he said. When asked about the reason behind his latest retirement, Gentry reflected on his many years of police and military service. POLICE CHIEF, continued on page 9 Honoring a YMCA legend Police Chief Larry Gentry has served Prairieville Township for 15 years. (File photo.) Bob King, shown here at a celebration at what was then Hastings High School in the late 1950s, will be honored Saturday, April 24, at YMCA Camp Algonquin. A YMCA director for 35 years until his retirement in 1981, King will be honored from noon to 1 p.m. for founding the camp and for his decades of service to the community and its generations of young people. Friends, campers and counselors who were mentored by King are invited to join the dedication and visit with him. Hot dogs will be served, but guests are asked to call the YMCA at 269-945-4574 if they plan to attend. �Page 2 — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner NEWS BRIEFS continued from front page Edward Jones hosting finance seminar Bob Knapp, an Edward Jones financial advisor in Hastings, will host a seminar on Social Security and finance that mixes an educational investment seminar with a Social Security presentation. The presentation will begin at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 27, at Ever After Banquet Hall, 1230 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings. Knapp will be joined by Vonda VanTil, Social Security specialist from the Social Security Administration. During the event, Knapp will discuss an economic and market update. Seating is limited. For more information, contact Laurie Greer at 269-948-9780. Moose to hold blood drive April 29 The Hastings Moose Lodge will host a blood drive Thursday, April 24, from 1 to 6:45 p.m. at the lodge, 128 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings. Anyone who is at least 17 years old, weighs a minimum of 110 pounds, is in reasonably good health and has not donated blood for the past 56 days is eligible to donate. Club E to meet next Thursday HomeTown Partners Entrepreneurship Pillar (E-Pillar), in partnership with the Barry County Economic Development Alliance, will hold its next Club E meeting Thursday, April 29, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Middleville Village Hall, 100 E. Main St. in Middleville. The topics of discussion are how to create a brand for a small business and how to market and position it and how to find and generate sales leads and increase the volume of both. Kim Smith of Dramatic Design of Middleville will lead the discussion on branding and marketing. Jean Lamoreaux of the Village of Middleville and Andre Wiegand of the Barry County Chamber of Commerce will facilitate a discussion on finding and generating sales leads. Anyone looking for a networking group for a business may join the next E-Club meeting. RSVP to 269-945-2454 or e-mail andre@barrychamber.com for more information. Club meetings are free and open to the public. Further information is available from the Chamber for anyone who has started or is considering starting a business or developing a product. Nominations sought for Book of Golden Deeds Award The Exchange Club of Hastings is seeking nominations for the 2010 Book of Golden Deeds Award. This is an exclusive Exchange Club program that honors members of the community who serve their fellow citizens. The club annually seeks to recognize a member of the community for his or her exceptional public-spirited deeds who, because of quiet unassuming dedication, may be unrecognized for his or her activities. The award will be presented during Mayor Exchange Day Wednesday, May 19. In addition to being recognized at a luncheon, the Book of Golden Deeds recipient has the honor of being the grand marshal of the Hastings Summerfest parade in August. Nomination applications are available at the Hastings Public Library and should be returned to the library in person or via mail by Friday, May 7. For more information, call Nancy Bradley at 269-948-2763. Habitat hosting Swiss steak and chicken fundraiser dinner April 30 Volunteers from Habitat for Humanity of Barry County will be cooking up large quantities of Swiss steak and chicken for a fundraising dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 30, at the First United Methodist Church, 209 W. Green St. in Hastings. In addition to the two meats, the menu includes mashed potatoes and gravy, salad, a vegetable, rolls, homemade desserts and beverages. The meal is available for a freewill offering. Proceeds will help build another Habitat home for a local family For more information about the local Habitat, please call 269-948-9939. Anyone who would like to make a tax-deductible donation to Habitat and cannot attend the upcoming dinner, may send a check to Barry County Habitat for Humanity, P.O. Box 234; Hastings, MI 49058. ‘Internet Basics’ computer class offered for 50-plus folks Barry County residents 50 and over are invited to attend an “Internet Basics” computer class. Instructor Kim Madsen will lead this hands-on class and show how to master the art of “surfing” and enjoy places to visit right on the computer. Sponsored by the Kellogg Community College Institute for Learning in Retirement, the three-session program will meet on Mondays, May 3, 10 and 17, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Kellogg Community College Fehsenfeld Center on West Gun Lake Road, Hastings. Additional information may be obtained or registration made by calling the KCC Fehsenfeld Center at 269-948-9500, ext. 2803. Delton Kellogg alumni banquet planned Delton Kellogg High School’s 67th annual alumni banquet will be held Saturday, May 15, at 6 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. The classes of 1960, 1985 and 2010 will be honored. The class of 1985 will host the event. All graduates, former teachers and employees are invited to attend and bring along a dish to pass and table service. A collection will be taken during the banquet to pay banquet expenses. A business meeting and social hour will be held after the dinner. Visit www.dkhs-alumni.org for more information or call 269-623-2610. Hastings/Barry County Airport to host Civil Air Patrol search and rescue exercise More than 200 Civil Air Patrol (CAP) members from all over Michigan will be converging on Hastings City/Barry County Airport in Hastings this weekend to participate in a search and rescue training exercise. “It's the largest exercise that we've done in at least five years, said 1st Lt. CAP Kevin Jarchow, public affairs officer of the Grand Rapids Senior Squadron. The exercise, dubbed “Operation Wolverine,” is an annual event for the Michigan Wing of the Civil Air Patrol. Members of the Civil Air Patrol will begin to arrive on the evening of Friday, April 23 and conduct training on Saturday and Sunday, April 24-25. Unlike most Civil Air Patrol missions, this one is managed by CAP cadets with assistance from senior members. “This is a unique training opportunity the Michigan Wing has organized and run over the past 20 years. The exercise highlights the skills and capabilities of our youth members in search and rescue missions,” said Lt. Col. Rajesh Kothari. “The airport itself will not be closed to the public, so those who wish to observe the mission may do so. Some areas of the airport facilities will have restricted access,” Jarchow said. “Local residents will likely be taking part in the event as well, as our ground teams, primarily made up of cadets, will be interviewing residents for search and rescue clues.” The Civil Air Patrol will have nine or 10 aircraft at Hasting airport this weekend, supported by three-member air crews. The air crew members include a pilot, mission observer and mission scanner. Each air crew member is responsible for a different aspect of a search flight. When conducting a search mission, the air crew will fly in a tightly defined area, following one of several search pattern techniques. “... Airport traffic in the form of aircraft take offs and landings will significantly impact the normal aircraft traffic during the event,” Jarchow said. “... The mission will also impact local traffic, but not to a level that would be of a concern.” The Hastings area does not have a current CAP squadron. However, there are several members that live in the Hastings, Alto and Middleville areas. More than half of the participants in this year’s edition of Operation Wolverine will be cadets, members of the organization who are between the ages of 12 and 20. Cadets will be filling mission critical roles such as incident commander, air branch director, ground branch director, safety, finance and more. Senior members will provide advice and mentoring to the cadet staff members, but will otherwise observe how the youth manage the mission. In addition to mission base staff, cadets will also work as ground team members and leaders, according to Kothari. In an actual search mission, CAP teams conduct air and ground operations based on intelligence provided by the U.S. Air Force Rescue and Coordination Center. Searches are frequently coordinated with federal, state and local authorities. To perform as a ground team member, individuals must be trained in orienteering, search techniques, radio procedures, site security and more. Members also practice ground to air communication techniques including using signaling mirrors, flashlights, and arm signals, in addition to using radios. Operation Wolverine will be managed by Cadet Captain Walter Dumont. He will act as incident commander with supervision from Kothari, of Birmingham, Mich. The Civil Air Patrol has more than 24,000 cadets who are educated in four main areas: Leadership, aerospace, fitness and character development. “This event has a special focus on the training and development of our cadets,” Kothari said. “We are building our search and rescue skills to support our national missions of cadet programs, aerospace education and emergency services. This event provides specific training in the emergency services mission, helping to hone our skills to find missing aircraft or missing persons.” In addition to the Civil Air Patrol, The Salvation Army will be at the airport to provide food service to mission participants. The Salvation Army often participates in disaster response and recover missions, partnering with organizations such as the Civil Air Patrol. The Hastings Pilot Club will be providing breakfast to participants on Saturday morning. Civil Air Patrol, the official auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, is a nonprofit organization with 58,000 members nationwide. CAP, in its Air Force auxiliary role, performs 90 percent of continental U.S. inland search and rescue missions as tasked by the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (AFRCC) and was credited by the AFRCC with saving 72 lives in fiscal year 2009. Its volunteers also perform homeland security, disaster relief and counter-drug missions at the request of federal, state and local agencies. The members play a leading role in aerospace education and serve as mentors to more than 23,000 young people currently participating in CAP cadet programs. CAP has been performing missions for America for 68 years. For further information about the Civil Air Patrol, visit www.gocivilairpatrol.com and miwg.cap.gov. Transit bus helps in battle against meth Barry County Transit and the Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force are partnering to help prevent the spread of methamphetamine in Barry County. A transit bus has recently been “outfitted” as a mobile message, traveling throughout the county, to help residents know they can be a part of the prevention solution. The bus’ message, “Spot it, Report it, Stop it,” encourages community members to call 911 or Silent Observer at 800-310-9031 and report any suspicious meth-related behavior they may see. Liz Lenz, coordinator of the Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force, wants everyone to “get on board” and help prevent the problems methamphetamines can cause. “We are very thankful to partner with Barry County Transit; advertising on the bus allows our message to be seen more often by more people,” said Lenz. Meth continues to be an issue in Barry County and continues to pose serious risks of explosion, fire and environmental contamination, said Lenz. Methamphetamine production has the potential to be toxic to all those who come in contact with the components or finished product, she said, adding that many times, innocent victims, such as children, are affected by meth production, too. Meth is a highly addictive drug. However, treatment for meth-related problems is always available; call Barry County Joe Bleam and Liz Lenz stand near transit bus that bears meth warning Community Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services at 269.948.8041 for more information about substance abuse treatment options. The Substance Abuse Task Force has been working with its many partners since 2004 to bring awareness to substance abuserelated concerns and the need for community prevention efforts to bring positive change. Sewer work closes portion of Michigan Avenue this week Baums to receive Liberty Bell Award The Barry County Bar Association has announced that it will be honoring Larry and Earlene Baum of Hastings with the 2010 Liberty Bell Award. The award will be presented at the Law Day ceremony Friday, April 30, at noon in the circuit courtroom. A reception will be held prior to the ceremony in the community room of the Barry County Courts and Law Building across from the courthouse beginning at 11 a.m. The public is invited to attend both events. Larry and Earlene are being honored by the bar association for their many contributions to the community. They helped build Hastings Fiberglass Products into an international leader in the design and manufacture of tools for the power and communications industries, providing many jobs for local residents. Their success in business has enabled them to become local philanthropic leaders, and many local and state organizations have received substantial support from them. The Hastings Area School district, YMCA, Pennock Hospital, First Presbyterian Church, Gilmore Car Museum, and many others have benefitted from their generosity over the years. The speaker this year will be Congressman Pete Hoekstra from Holland, contender for the Republican nomination for governor. Hoekstra was first elected to the House of Representatives in 1992 and has been reelected each term since then. He ran for congress after a successful business career at Herman Miller, where he rose to the position of vice president of marketing. Hoekstra will be in attendance at the reception for the Baums starting at 11 a.m., and during his keynote remarks, he will share his vision for the future of Michigan. Workers install a portion of new sewer line on North Michigan Avenue in Hastings Wednesday. A portion of the avenue, between Mill and Thorn streets was closed Tuesday morning and will continue to be closed until Friday, April 23, to allow workers to replace eight-inch sewer pipe with 12-inch pipe. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — Page 3 Temperatures and music cool during seventh annual jazz festival Joe LaJoye, chairman of the 2010 Jazz Festival Committee, was a featured singer with the Grand Rapids Jazz Orchestra on Saturday night in the concert at the Hastings First United Methodist Church. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The headline band on Saturday night at the Hastings First United Methodist Church was the Grand Rapids Jazz Orchestra with vocalist Edye Evans-Hyde. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Members of the High School all Star Band performed under the direction of Larry Moore. Musicians from across the area performed on Saturday night. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The Middle School All Star Bad was directed by Kevin Krieger on Saturday night before the headline band performed. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The winner of the guitar raffle was Pat Snow shown here with Tim Froncek, the leader of the Grand Rapids Jazz Orchestra. (Photo by Patricia Johns) One of the highlights of Saturday evening was the presentation of flowers by Tom Wiswell, president of the Thornapple Arts Council’s board of directors to Nancy Goodin of Hastings city Bank for the bank’s continued support of the Jazz Festival. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Members of the Hastings High School Varsity Singers perform during the seventh annual Thornapple Arts Council Jazz Festival Friday evening. (Photo by Katherine Ponsetto) Les Jazz performs Saturday evening before the headline concert at First United Methodist Church in Hastings. (Photo by Katherine Ponsetto) The Maple Valley High School Jazz band listens to pointers from special instructor Kevin Kreiger. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto) The temperature was cool but the seventh annual Thornapple Arts Council Jazz Festival was hot, with two headline concerts Friday and Saturday evenings at the First United Methodist Church in Hastings drawing large crowds. Attendance also was up at smaller concerts and performances by local jazz ensembles as well as middle and high school jazz bands from around the state. “The festival enjoyed the biggest crowds ever, said festival chairman Joe LaJoye. “This speaks well of the community’s support of the arts, arts education of kids. The Thornapple Arts Council is grateful to all for their support of this worthwhile annual event.” The event was sponsored by the Thornapple Arts Council, Hastings City Bank and the City of Hastings. Otis Sanctuary to host snipe aerial display Michigan Audubon will gather Saturday, April 24, at Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary in Rutland Township to learn more about Wilson’s Snipe. The program will hopefully be topped off by viewing the aerial display flight of the bird over the sanctuary wetlands. The two-hour spring courtship of Wilson’s Snipe program will begin at 6:30 p.m. Snipe are plump shorebirds that spend most of their time on the ground, but during early spring, the male puts on a spectacular aerial display in the hopes of attracting a female. He springs high into the air and swirls around as his flight spins back toward the ground. Registration for the program is required and can be made by calling the Michigan Audubon office at 517-886-9144. The program fee is $2 per person; Michigan Audubon members and children under the age of 12 can participate for free. Participants should bring binoculars, if possible. Participants should meet at the red barn on the sanctuary property. Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary is located at 3560 Havens Road, approximately seven miles southwest of Hastings. For additional information on this or other programs and events of Michigan Audubon, contact Wendy Tatar at 517-886-9144 or by email to wendy@michiganaudubon.org. �Page 4 — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV New Prairieville trustee disputes letter To the editor: In a letter to the editor in the April 15 Banner, Sharon Ford says that 14 different people or businesses have quit working for Prairieville Township during the past 18 months. Further, she states, “... this situation screams that something is very, very, very wrong.” I decided to check into these 14 situations so I could understand what is really going on in Prairieville. Here is what I found: • The cleaning service that was let go was the sister of the former clerk. She wasn’t let go. She was offered a chance to submit a bid along with other companies and she declined. • The zoning administrator who resigned was a part-time zoning administrator who also held another part-time job. A third entity offered him a full-time position, and he decided he couldn’t turn down the opportunity, so he resigned. • The elected trustee who resigned was elected in November 2008. He didn’t attend any board meetings through March 2009. He resigned in March 2009 and he stated that he didn’t have time to do the job. • The treasurer resigned her job after 17 years, saying she felt “I am no longer an asset to the residents of Prairieville Township.” • The deputy treasurer and the deputy clerk resigned after the implementation of office operating policies. • The police officer was terminated by the township board. • The second elected trustee resigned because of the inability to have concerns discussed at township board meetings. • The appointed deputy treasurer resigned because she was offered a full-time job by another entity. • The member of the zoning board of appeals resigned after serving on the board for six years. She said she resigned because she wanted more time for travel. • The police chief retired after serving Prairieville Township for 15 years and after spending a total of 40 years in law enforcement. • The appointed trustee resigned because of heath reasons and because of the recall. • The previous computer company was changed to achieve a cost savings. Competitive bids were solicited from three computer companies and the township was able to save $11,800 per year by selecting a different computer company. • The health insurance carrier was not changed. The agent was changed in order to obtain greater responsiveness. In conclusion, the letter to the editor was purposely misleading and inflammatory. What is very, very, very wrong is the gross misrepresentation of facts. The key question is: “Will the citizens of Prairieville Township allow a small, vocal group to cause a recall of duly elected officials based on shrill half truths, exaggerations and misinformation?” I was appointed as a trustee in December, 2009 to fill the slot vacated by Sharon Ritchie. I did not know any of the township board members before my appointment. I had never attended a township board meeting and really didn’t know what transpired. During the past four months, I have had a chance to work with Supervisor Jim Stoneburner, Clerk Jill Owens and Trustee Bill Miller. I have found each to have a high degree of integrity and a great desire to help Prairieville Township improve. Unfortunately, there will be a recall election in August. I hope that all Prairieville citizens will turn out for the election. I would like to invite anyone interested in observing a township meeting to come to one. They are on the second Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the township hall. Jim Grundy, Prairieville Township trustee School board has run district into the ground To the editor, At the April 19 Hastings Area Schools Board of Education meeting, Trustee Kevin Beck made an absolutely astonishing statement as reported in the board's own document, “It happened Last Night.” Trustee Beck noted that the Hastings school district is 39th out of 39 local school districts for having the least amount in fund equity. Quoting the report: “Kevin felt we have no margin for error and that we need to keep the public informed of where we stand so that no surprises come up.” For him and the other trustees, who have been on the board for the past four years, we ask again: Have you been asleep at the switch? Running a district into the ground has been a collective action of the administration, board, and, I believe, also includes the Hastings Education Association leader. Perhaps the two trustees coming on board in June can help the district out of what I call a death spiral and end the dark age that has been filled with incompetence. However, it might take another election cycle to change the board majority and force a sensible approach to local education. Larry Gibson, Retired Hastings teacher Reasons for resigning were personal To the editor: I am responding to the letter from Sharon Ford that was in the April 15 Hastings Banner. The letter outlined personnel in the township who had either resigned or were let go. One personnel position in particular who resigned, a zoning board member, happened to be me. I take offense to Sharon implying that my resignation had anything to do with the cur- rent personnel on the Prairieville Township Board. My resignation letter explicitly stated why I resigned. Nowhere in the resignation letter did it state that the Prairieville Township Board was the reason for the decision. I consider it a private matter as to why I resigned, and I wish Sharon would have taken this into consideration before putting pen to paper. Gordon M. Cook Prairieville Township Resident Earth Day celebrates 40th anniversary today April 22, 1970, marked the beginning important to the county. The land use of what would become a worldwide enviaction group said the single most imporNow, nearly 20 years later, we’ve ronmental movement. The intention so tant asset of the county was the land and many years ago was to set aside a special its natural beauty. The land with its richestablished a green movement, day to bring an awareness and apprecianess in plant and animal life in the county but it seems that among the tion to the earth’s environment. Earth Day is the reason many people still choose to Hastings City Council, recycling comes from the inspiration of U.S. Sen. live in Barry County. Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin when he Another group, led by Jane Norton and has taken a back seat to becomannounced his idea for a nationwide Jackie Schmitz, was responsible for a ing green when it’s just as importeach-in day after 3 million gallons of oil grant with the Hastings Sanitary Service, tant today as it was years ago. spilled across the beaches of Santa now Waste Management, for recycling Barbara, Calif., and killed more than and collection to reduce the amount of 10,000 seabirds in January 1969. Nelson waste going into the county’s landfill. The wanted to bring renewed attention to the world, so he started a grass- concern back then was that Barry County only had one landfill in roots outcry over environmental issues, bringing attention to the way the county so it was imperative that we reduce the amount of matehumans were messing up the world around us. rials going into the waste stream. Norton and Schmitz were instruThe first Earth Day was held 40 years ago today when more than mental in setting up recycling centers throughout the county to col20 million Americans in more than 2,000 communities cleaned up lect glass, paper and cans at local drop off sites. Recently, the City parks, planted trees, buried cars in mock graves, marched and lis- of Hastings gave up the convenience of a recycling site for its restened to countless speeches about the importance of preserving the idents, moving it to Waste Management’s landfill on North land around us. Nelson’s celebration has grown to become the Broadway to appease Waste Management, rather than provide a green movement that we hear so much about today. Nelson was convenient service to its citizens. amazed at how quickly the movement caught on because it had no The county’s futurists back in 1991 realized if recycling was to central governing body; it just simply grew on its own merits. be successful it must be convenient. Now, nearly 20 years later, Nelson later said, “Earth Day worked because of the sponta- we’ve established a green movement, but it seems that among the neous response at the grassroots level. We had neither the time nor Hastings City Council, recycling has taken a back seat to becomresources to organize 20 million demonstrators and the thousands ing green when it’s just as important today as it was years ago. of schools and local communities that participated. That was the Another issue for which Sen. Nelson expressed concern was our remarkable thing about Earth Day. It organized itself.” neighborhoods. The homes we live in have an impact on our enviIn answer to many of the environmental issues facing the nation, ronment. Throughout the county, there’s a noticeable deterioration it was a Republican president, Richard Nixon, who during his of many of our residences and the yards around them. The sluggish administration responded to the newly realized threat by creating economic conditions, along with home foreclosures and the loss of the Environmental Protection Agency. The duty of the EPA was to employment play a role in how people are able to maintain their monitor pollution, creating air quality standards followed by the property. That’s where government could play a role by supporting Water Pollution Act in 1972, which focused on building waste a home and yard fix up and clean up program – maybe early this treatment plants and stopping industrial waste discharges that were summer. Understanding the importance of Earth Day, we, as carepolluting the country’s waterways. It just goes to show you what takers play an active role becoming stewards of the land. one man, can do. We applaud the many activities that have helped our environJohn F. Kennedy once said, “one person can make a difference ment and our communities, such as the Thornapple River cleanups, and every person must try. What if each of us really tried? What if Adopt-a-Highway, and others who organize neighborhood each of us spontaneously decided that, one by one, we really can be cleanups. Schools, churches, business and individuals routinely the better world we wish for?” recycle, adding more to the importance of care of the environment. Barry County has been referred to as “the only Upper Peninsula It’s in our best interest to focus attention on a wide range of envicounty in the Lower Peninsula.” The county has approximately ronmental issues that affect the Earth and our relationship to it. 60,000 residents living on 549 square miles of which most of it is open countryside with only four or five towns, depending how you count them. We have more than 360 named lakes, acres of swamps and woodlands, rivers and streams surrounded by four major cities. Congratulations to the Thornapple Arts Council and the seventh Because of the beauty of the countryside all around, most of us annual jazz festival celebration in Hastings last weekend. Twentytake Earth Day for granted, but we should dedicate ourselves to eight groups represented schools throughout the state along with maintaining the pristine countryside we’ve come to enjoy. performances from professionals who came together for a fantastic In April of 1987, a small group of concerned citizens met to dis- event for our community. Listening to the young performers, folcuss the growth and mounting pressure of development from out- lowed up by professionals from Grand Rapids Saturday evening, side the county that could influence the direction and the pace of reminded me of how important music and other extra-curricular growth for Barry County. The group became known as the Barry programs are to a well-rounded education. As we continue to County Futuring Committee. The group put together a countywide reduce the exposure to band, vocal music and so many other valupublic opinion survey from which they identified seven areas of able programs, will it be impossible to continue festivals like the concern that could play a role in the county’s future. The areas were one celebrated here over the weekend? Listening to the professioneducation, economic development, quality of life, environment, als perform, I was reminded that’s where most of the musicians get health, land use and government and community services. their first exposure – in school. Three of the areas — land use, quality of life and the environJazz was “born in America, yet enjoyed worldwide.” Thanks to all ment — could be considered Earth Day activities. In a report given the local businesses that support this annual event — it’s good for by the group’s quality of life action committee, they identified kids and our entire community, as well. good housing, water and air purity and sanitation services as Fred Jacobs, vice-president J-Ad Graphics Congratulations on another successful jazz festival Employee turn-over does not mean wrongdoing by township officials To the editor: I am writing this letter in response to Sharon Ford’s “Scream of wrongdoing” by Prairieville Township officials. First and foremost, I would like to say “Give me a break.” Now, part of the letter was true, I’ll give them that, but it was a very small part. All of those people or businesses mentioned in the letter are, in fact, no longer working for Prairieville Township. But that’s where the truth stops. (The recall committee should definitely do a Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. little research on something called “lies by omission”...) The half-baked insinuations in that letter were so ridiculous that I could hardly finish reading it. It was another example of how the recall committee omits most of the pertinent information to twist and distort facts to their liking. The only people in this township who should be ashamed of their actions are the members of recall committee. How many of you were told that the members of the Prairieville Township board would What are you doing for Earth Day? Today, April 22, is Earth Day. When Earth Day was started 40 years ago, saving the earth was the focus. Is observing Earth Day still relevant today? Are you doing something for the earth today? “never” see your signature on a recall petition? Well guess what, anyone can go up to the county clerk’s office and submit a request for a copy through the Freedom of Information Act and bingo – have the whole thing in their hands in no time. Also, it has been known for a long time that Clerk Jill Owens would be checking all of the signatures on the petitions (except hers, of course). If they could lie to you about some- TURN-OVER, contniued next page The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Tara Cooper, Middleville: “This past weekend we planted 500 trees. 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Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — Page 5 Band boosters need donations for equipment Resignations are result of ‘campaign for change’ To the editor: I’m writing this letter in regard to the Hastings band program. Most people enjoy watching the high school band perform at football games and at parades. The music gets us in the mood to cheer and just makes us feel good. The Hastings marching band does a fine job of representing our community everywhere they perform. They have earned many awards over the years and are recognized by other communities for their talent and effort. This being said, I would like to bring a few things to the attention of our community. With the economy being what it is and education cuts all over, our music programs are at risk. There is no money at all in the budget. The Hastings Band Boosters are parents of band students. We volunteer at game concessions and travel with our students to assist when needed. We believe in the power of music and what it does for our children. Our band instructor Joan Bosserd-Schroeder puts in endless hours with our students during and after school, the weekends and during the summer, alone. She has no other teacher to help her with the band program. We had David MacQueen as our assistant band leader. He was let go due to budget cuts. He now volunteers countless hours, helping our kids in band. Why? Because he believes in our kids and there is a need. Paycheck or not, he is there. I am asking our community for help. Our entire community. Our kids need our support. We need new marching band uniforms. Our band uniforms are 26 years old. The average life of a band uniform is 10 to 12 years. We have done a fine job of making them last, but they are dry-rotted and ragged. Band boosters pay for all things that need to be repaired, replaced, cleaned or otherwise. We pay for sheet music and for scholarships for camp. We take care of our children and back our band instructor by showing up. But this is too big for us. Next, we need new instruments. Many instruments are from the time when Art Steward was our band instructor. They are beyond repair. New instruments are very expensive, and again, are too much for the band boosters to pay for alone. If you are a former or current band student, remember what it meant to you. Send us a note of support and a donation. If you have an old tuba or trombone just lying around? Get it serviced and donate it. You can make a difference. We will be doing fundraisers throughout the summer, working toward our goal. If you can make a donation, make it out to the Hastings Band Boosters. Every dollar counts, literally. Our kids need your help. Sandy Taylor, Band booster parent To the editor: As a Prairieville Township Parks Board member, election worker and part-time township employee since 2004, I have worked with both the old and new township boards. It has come to a point where I can no longer sit back and remain silent to the gross and misleading information being perpetrated by township residents. Therefore, I would like to give the facts on what’s been going on in our township. Of the 14 positions that Sharon Ford from the Prairieville Recall Committee listed in April 15 issue of the Hastings Banner, 11 employees or vendors terminated their relationships with Prairieville Township due to one of the following reasons: Two found full-time employment; both were only working part-time for the township. Two resigned due to health issues — one was told months ago to resign and put it off due to the recall. One resigned after missing all meetings due to a conflict in education and employment schedules. One company was outbid on a contract for the office computer system. One retired after being employed for 40 years in law enforcement (15 with the township). One law enforcement officer was terminated based on recommendations from outside law-enforcement agencies. One now resides part-time in Florida and part-time in Michigan. One cleaning contract given to a new vendor that was a non-relative to any township employee. One health insurance vendor canceled and Signs of the times are signs to prepare To the editor: I wrote a letter some 15 years ago, and things I spoke about then have most all have come true at the present time. With much reservation and precaution, I write this letter. It is now the end of the age. Can’t you tell? Wars, earthquakes, famine, pestilence, (poison, viruses, and chemicals), sons against fathers, friend against friends, moral breakdown of the peoples of the world, men with men, women with women... Have you looked around lately? The fourth arm of the government, which is the media, is the best propaganda machine money can buy... for the Talmudical Rabbinical Jew (Revelations, 2:9 and 3:9) Our churches have lost their salt. Today, they are incorporated with the state’s 501(c)3 status, giving the state pre-eminence over the church body politic. Our government has turned its back on its people. They label peo- ple through the media and then they destroy them all for the sovereignty and control for the “new world order.” The reason I am writing to you all is that I believe with all my heart, soul and mind, we are witnessing the end of the United States as we have known it – even the very world itself. We were told to know the signs of the times. Whether you are a Christian or a person worshipping other gods, everyone knows there is something about to happen. Don’t persecute me too bad, but if you do, I will understand. I write to say that we, in the next three years, will see the end of freedoms, complete control by “Big Brother.” Ready or not, willing or not, the electrical identification system is in place. This is a system meant to control all commerce and banking and peoples by a national identification card. I don’t have time here to tell you all, but consider the most prize possession, your soul and spirit. Please, pre- pare today. Say ‘yes’ to Jesus. He and only He is the answer (2 Chronicles, 7:14). Get yourself prepared today for what we face. This year you will see more tragedy than ever before, and the new-age “Christ,” Matriya, the “savior” of the new-world order, will not help you. Nor will your state church or government. Don’t take that chance. We are there. I don’t write this letter because I want to. It is because I have to. I know what is coming. Please don’t persecute my family. I am the one who has spoken. “If it was not for the shortening of my days, the very elect might be deceived.” If you hear that old Smith has taken his life, don’t believe it! I’m in fine health and happiness awaiting the soon-coming King. Mike B. Smith Adamsville, Tenn. (formerly Orangeville) TURN-OVER, contniued from previous page thing this personal, makes you wonder what else they are lying about, doesn’t it? The fact that they got enough signatures on their petition doesn’t mean that the things they have been saying are truthful. The only stipulation that one must meet to circulate petitions is that the language must be understandable. There is nothing that says the claims that they are making have to be true. The letter states that 14 people or businesses have been either let go or lost to resignation, but does the letter ever state why? Some of the people who are no longer working for the township are people that the recall committee had major problems with. Some members of their recall committee stood up at township board meetings and passionately spoke out against the police chief and now that he has retired, they want to criticize the board over that? Seriously? There were board meetings that the recall committee chastised the board for not getting competitive bids on various things. The board did seek bids for a computer upgrade and went with the lower bid. It wasn’t from the vendor that the township had been using. Now they want to complain about that? Other people resigned for personal reasons; (i.e., new jobs, health reasons, time constraints, etc.) Guess what? That happens. It’s not the “smoking gun” that proves that the Prairieville Township board members have done anything wrong. It also doesn’t “scream of wrongdoing.” It simply shows that the Prairieville Township board members are following through with the change they promised. And, for the record, I, for one, do not care who the township hall cleaning service is or who their health insurance agent is. In my opinion, this whole thing has gone way too far, and the recall committee is causing our tax dollars and our elected officials’ valuable time to be wasted. They are obviously willing to sacrifice all the hard work that the Prairieville Township board members have done to get a recall. The residents of Prairieville Township should be proud to have Supervisor Jim Stoneburner and Clerk Owens serving our township. They honestly care about making our township a better place. They’re not in it for some kind of “kickback” or perk. They do it because they care. Imagine going to work every day and facing the kind of scrutiny that these two face. Imagine doing the best job that you can and knowing that you’re doing the right thing, only to have someone (who is unhappy about a decision you made months ago) spread more lies about you. It’s time for the residents of Prairieville Township to stand up and defend Supervisor Stoneburner and Clerk Owens. They are doing what we asked them to when we democratically elected them into office. Please support your township board and vote “no” on the recall. Jennifer VanOverloop, Prairieville Township (Editor’s Note: Jennifer VanOverloop is the daughter of Prairieville Township Supervisor insurance policies consolidated under one umbrella with all other township polices. Of 14 positions the recall group claims as resignations, in essence, we only have three positions that resigned from the township. The treasurer, deputy treasurer and deputy clerk resigned in writing and left on their own free will. The deputy clerk and deputy treasurer are not elected officials. The voters elected the current board based on their campaign for change. As we all know, change can be difficult for some. The Prairieville Recall Committee does not want change. They want business as usual. Well, I’m hear to tell you that Prairieville Township could not continue doing “business as usual” in 2010. We had a computer system and programs from the Dark Ages, we had a clerk and treasurer who had very little contact with other townships and did not want to participate in activities or training to keep themselves current on new and improved ways of doing business. We had a computer program for assessments that wasn’t even being utilized. We had file retention that had not been dealt with in so many years, that our file room was bursting at the seams. This is just to name a few. The newly elected clerk, Jill Owens, who has a computer and accounting background, was very adamant about understanding why certain procedures were in place. Whenever she asked questions, she was told “because this is the way we’ve always done it.” Well, I can tell you that this answer was not good enough for the new clerk. 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Candidates will answer questions that have been provided to them in advance, and audience members will have the opportunity to submit questions for the candidates to answer. A brief reception, during which light refreshments will be served, will follow the forum. Child care will be provided during the event. “A community forum is a good way for the community to meet the candidates that are running for the positions on the school board,” said Marsha Bassett, a current member of the board and one of the organizers of the event. “Those in attendance can hear directly from the candidates, their position on issues and can vote for the candidates that they believe will best represent them and the children in the district if they are elected to the board.” Seven candidates — incumbents Paul Hughes and Elizabeth Matteson and challengers Nora Evers, Victor Haas, James McManus, Eric Pessell and Marc Robinson — are running for two positions on the board. The election will be held May 4. Additional information on the forum can be obtained by calling the office of Cynthia Vujea, superintendent of Delton Kellogg Schools, at 269-623-9225. Worship Together… Area Obituaries Grace I. Coats (Hart) Robert E. Sarhatt Elenor Ione Haven HASTINGS, MI - Grace I. Coats (Hart), age 93, died in the arms of her granddaughter with her daughter by her side at Thornapple Manor on April 16, 2010. Grace was born on April 21, 1916 to Jay and Kathryn (Bouma) Hart. She was raised in the Shultz area and graduated from Hastings High School in 1935. She married Max Coats in a double ceremony on April 30th, 1938 at the Peoples Church in East Lansing. They enjoyed 63 years together before his death in August of 2001. They raised their three children and enjoyed farming the family farm in Coats Grove. When they retired, they moved to Hastings and enjoyed a lot of traveling, including spending winters in Arizona. Grace enjoyed baking, sewing and gardening. She was a member of Woodgrove Parish for over 70 years. She is preceded in death by her husband, Max; her parents; her brother, Bob; and her great grandson, Nicholas Watson. She was survived by her daughter, Maxine Nicholas of Indiana; son, Ron Coats who still lives on the family farm; daughter, Carolyn (Keith) Murphy of Hastings; sisters-in-law, Anna Mae Kenfield and Doris (Tom) Neithamer; along with seven grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, April 29, 2010 at Woodgrove Parish. The family will receive visitors from 2-3:30 p.m. Services will be held at 3:30 p.m. with a luncheon to follow. Donations may be made to Woodgrove Parish or Thornapple Manor. Lauer Family Funeral Homes-Wren Chapel 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings is assisting Grace’s family. Please share a memory with Grace’s family at www.lauerfh.com. KEWADIN & LANSING, MI - Robert E. (Bob) Sarhatt, age 83, of Kewadin and Lansing, beloved husband, father, brother and friend, gently passed away on April 8, 2010 at Munson Medical Center with his loving family by his side. His great and generous heart could beat no more on this earth, but surely lives on in heaven and in our hearts. Bob was born March 7, 1927 in Flint, to Elishva (Aivasadachha) and Ewas Sarhatt, Assyrian immigrants from Persia. On August 11, 1949, Bob married his highschool sweetheart, Lorraine T. Golombek of Bay City. President and salutatorian of St. Mary's High School, Class of 1945, Bob was a threesport varsity letter winner and in 2005 was named to the Flint Football Hall of Fame. Bob, a World War II Veteran, served honorably as a Staff Sergeant for the U.S. Army, stationed in Occupied Germany. He graduated from Michigan State University in 1950 with a BA in business and continued his finance studies at Purdue University. Bob never retired, loved his work in insurance and estate planning and was completely committed to his clients. From 1955 to 1973, Bob was a career agent and later manager for State Mutual of America. In 1974, he joined Northwestern National Life and, as general agent and registered representative, was a top producer for them. In his later years, he specialized in investment products. He was an active member of the Lansing Association of Life Underwriters and served in all offices. He was a board member of the Greater Lansing Estate Planning Council and was also past president of the General Agents and Managers Association. He served as a faculty member of the MSU Insurance Institute. Bob won many awards for his professional accomplishments: Qualifying member of the Million Dollar Round Table for nine years; National Quality Award; National Sales Achievement Award; Member of the “Top Ring Club” for Northwestern National Life and recipient of the General Agents and Managers, Agent of the Year Award, the Lansing Association of Life Underwriters Distinguished Service Award and the Lansing Chamber of Commerce “Business Man of the Year.” Above all, Bob was the consummate people-person. Everywhere he went, a true friend was made. Bob was involved in many community activities including: Medic Alert; United Way; St. Vincent’s Home; The Boys and Girls Club of Lansing; Walk for Hunger and fund raisers for various Lansing and Waverly swim teams. Recently, Bob’s favorite community service was the Alden Men’s Club, an organization whose mission is to support local families in need. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Elishva and Ewas; his older brother, Edward (Jan) and a stillborn son. He is survived by his bride of 60 years, Lorraine; his three children, Sandra Sarhatt Pear (David) of Darien, CT., Rene' Atayan (Christopher) of Bronxville, NY, Greg Sarhatt (Sueann), of Hastings and seven grandchildren, Alexandra, Alina, Amanda, Channing, Mitchell, Ara, and Zachary; his younger brother, Lawrence Sarhatt (Betty); and older sister Florence Mallory (Bill). Memorial contributions may be made to the Robert E. Sarhatt Memorial Fund, Alden Men's Club, PO Box 261, Alden, MI 49612. Arrangements have been entrusted to Covell Funeral Home, Elk Rapids. Please share a memory of Bob at www.MeM.com . Elenor Ione Haven passed away on April 14, 2010 following a brief illness. Born in Hastings on August 1, 1922, Elenor graduated from Hastings High School and worked at Hastings Manufacturing and E.W. Bliss for 44 years before retiring. Elenor was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Chapter 7 of Hastings, for 65 years and served as an officer in some capacity almost the entire time. In l948, she and her father, Arthur Haven, served as Worthy Matron and Worthy Patron respectively, the order’s highest offices. In 1987, she was given her life membership pin and in 1989 served as Worthy Matron a second time. Elenor was a member of First Presbyterian Church for over 60 years, serving as an ordained deacon from 1980-1982 and trustee from 1997-1999. For more than 10 years, she volunteered as a church wedding instructress, helping brides with the all important church processes from start to finish – with more than 100 weddings to her credit. She was also active in Presbyterian Women and Hannah Ruth Circle. A volunteer for the Hastings Public Library for 19 years, Elenor attended most library functions and helped out at all fundraising events. In 2004, she received the “Book of Golden Deeds” award from the Hastings Exchange Club for her exemplary volunteer service to the public library, the Order of the Eastern Star and the Hasting Women’s Club. Elenor was honored as the grand marshal of the Summerfest Parade in August, 2004. In 2005 she was recognized by the General Federation of Women’s Clubs – Hastings Women’s Club as a “Woman of Achievement.” A club member since 1985, Elenor’s activities included serving as treasurer and hospitality chairperson for many years, as well as on various committees and fundraisers. Described as a quiet, behind the scenes individual, Elenor was an integral part of the GFWC-Hastings. Elenor enjoyed traveling with family and friends and visited Hawaii, Alaska, the Caribbean, England, Scotland and Ireland. She was an excellent photographer and her family will treasure the beautiful pictures and scrapbooks she created. Elenor enjoyed all types of crafts, needlework and painting Christmas ornaments for her many nieces and nephews. Elenor was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur W. and Ruth E. Haven; her sister and brother-in-law, Agnes M. Hoevenair and Edgar G. Hoevenair; sister and brother-inlaw, Beth R. Kilburn (Wendell C.) and great nephew, Stephen S. Boyes. She is survived by her niece, Joan R. Wire (Brad) and great niece Morgan; nephew Rod L. Boyes (Judy); great niece Karlene B. Belyea (Allen); great great nephew Tyler and great great niece Kelsey, great nephew Michael W. Boyes (Julie) and great great niece, Savannah; great nephew David W. Boyes (Melissa) and great great nephew, Oliver. Elenor was dearly loved by her family and friends and will be deeply missed. The family wishes to express thanks to Woodlawn Meadows Retirement Village and to Spectrum Hospice of Grand Rapids for the special loving care. Memorial gifts may be directed to the Memorial Fund of First Presbyterian Church, Hastings or to the Hastings Public Library. A private graveside service was held on Tuesday, April 20, 2010. Elenor’s life was celebrated at a memorial service on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at First Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Jeff Garrison officiating. Arrangements are being handled by Lauer Family Funeral Home, Hastings. Elenor is at Lauer Family Funeral HomesWren Chapel 1401 N. Broadway Hastings. Please share a memory with Eleanor’s family at www.lauerfh.com 77545165 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH The Fourth Sunday of Easter April 25 - Worship Worship 8:00 & 10:45; Sunday School 9:30; High School Youth Group 6:30; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover-grace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Friday - 6 p.m. Menders. Saturday - 8 a.m. Mom2Mom Sale; 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 B OSLEY 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Prairieville board appoints new trustee The Prairieville Township Board of Trustees, at its April 14 meeting, appointed Rod Goebel to replace Trustee Bill Miller, whose resignation was accepted at the same board meeting. Township Clerk Jill Owens explained that “Bill Miller gave us his letter of resignation earlier but we waited until the meeting to accept. The supervisor had time then to research a replacement, so we would be able to appoint a trustee at the same meeting.” In his letter of resignation, Miller said, “Knowing that all the decisions that I have made as a board member have been made with honesty and integrity, and the fact that enough people in the township have signed a petition to have me recalled, and my failing health, I do not feel that I can effectively serve the township as a trustee any longer. Therefore I am resigning this position as of April 12...” Goebel, who has been a resident of the township since 1985, is employed by General Motors and served three terms on the Barry County Board of Commissioners. He is married and has one daughter. “Mr. Miller has been my neighbor for 25 years and has served our township with distinction and integrity,” said Goebel. “Being aware of his intention to not seek election, I planned to run for trustee in his stead. Though I am sorry he has chosen to resign, I am honored to be appointed to finish his term. I look forward to working with the board in service to all township residents, and wish for Miller’s peace and health.” On Jan. 13, the Prairieville Township Board also appointed Goebel to the township’s Zoning Board of Appeals. That term expires Dec. 31, 2013. Read The BANNER every week! Copies conveniently available on newsstands throughout the Barry County area. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — Page 7 SCHOOL BOARD, continued from page 1 wrong, or indifferent, personally I think foreign language is good for kids, but I can’t place it above the arts, either.” He added that he was more concerned with how the new state mandates would impact the band and choir curriculum at the high school level. The motion to offer Spanish I at the middle school was approved unanimously. In other action, the board approved the personnel report, which included the retirement of the following teachers and staff: Beverly Baron, Southeastern Elementary third grade teacher after 32 years of service; Mindi Cole, community childcare program director after six and half years of service; Earl Cooklin, food service coordinator after 39.25 years of service; Brenda Morgan, Star Elementary para-professional after 23 years of service; and Bev Siekema, Northeastern Elementary first grade teacher, after 36 years of service. “We continue to lose a great deal of valuable experience, which makes me nervous; but, I wish those individuals well, as well as the others on the list, in the future,” said Satterlee, who recommended the board approve the report. During board comments before the vote, Pennington said she would vote ‘no’ on accepting the personnel report. “I mean no disrespect to anyone who is listed on here and I certainly appreciate the years of service of the retirees,” she said. “But, I’ve made it really clear to the board members that I am not in favor of selective buyouts for certain staff members. And, it bothers me that at a time when the budget is so tight, that we’re doing selective buyouts with public money.” A motion to accept the personnel report was approved, with Pennington casting the only dissenting vote. In a later interview, Satterlee explained that the district’s contract with the teaching staff includes a buyout plan based on at least 15 years of service in the district that varies, according to total years of service. However, there is no such provision in the contract with the district’s support staff. “Mr. Cooklin has been here almost 40 years and I offered him a $25,000 buyout with the provision that he assist the food service department during the transition period,” said Satterlee. “The $25,000 is relatively the same as a teacher buyout and the money for his buyout doesn’t come from the general fund. It comes from the food service fund, which is a stand-alone account, so there will be no impact on instruction.” Satterlee said he hopes Cooklin’s successor will be fully trained and able to assume the helm of the food service department by the beginning of the 2010- 11 school year. The board approved its consent agenda which included final approval for the following travel study trips: Central Elementary fifth grade, Northeastern Elementary fourth grade, and Southeastern Elementary fifth grade and Star Elementary School fourth grade to Greenfield Village; middle school eighth grade summer science study to Washington, D.C.; middle school eighth grade year-end trip to Chicago, high school Business Professionals of America to the national conference. During the board comment portion of the meeting, Beck said that a recent newspaper article regarding the fund balance of 39 West Michigan school districts reported that Hastings, with its fund balance hovering around 1 percent or less, had the smallest fund balance of all 39 districts. He said that due to the district’s precarious financial situation, it is important to keep the public apprised of the situation so there would be “no surprises.” The board also heard comments from two parents who expressed concern about lewd dancing during school dances and asked administrators and staff if something could be done to curtail the activity. High School Principal Tim Johnson and Satterlee said they would try impress upon the students attending the prom and future dances what defines socially appropriate behavior. The next regular meeting of the Hastings Board of Education is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at Hastings Middle School, 232 W. Grand St. Social News Hastings Exchange Club announces April Young Citizens Named Young Citizens for April at Star Elementary School are Devin Planck (left) and Jon Cook, joined here by teacher Dawn Secord. Stevie Fuhr (left) and Draven Sutherland are Northeastern’s Young Citizens for April. They are joined by teacher Don Schils. St. Rose sixth graders Lydia Parker (left) and Jon Shepler, named their school’s Young Citizens for the month of April, are joined by teacher Amy Murphy. Sarah Watson (left) and Morgan Hall, pictured here with teacher Dan Benningfield, are the Young Citizens for April at Southeastern Elementary School. Central Elementary School’s Young Citizens for April are Hailey Hughes (left) and Abbie Baker with teacher Steve Laubaugh. Nagels to celebrate golden anniversary James and Kathryn Nagel will be celebrating their 50th anniversary on May 1, 2010. They were united in marriage on April 23, 1960. James was a trucker for Oven Fresh, now retired. Kathryn always took good care of her family. Their children include Bernard and Deb Nagel of Caledonia, Mich., David and Mary Ellen Nagel of Dorr, Mich., Janet and Tim Lowe of Virginia, Carol and Ruben Sanchez of Yuma, Ariz., Charles Nagel (deceased), and Craig and Jan Witteveen. They have 10 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. You’re invited to a celebration hosted by their children on Saturday, May 1 at Peace Reformed Church, M-37, Middleville, from 1 to 3 p.m. To send them a card, please mail to: 850 Sisson Rd., Freeport, MI 49325. Roush-Selby Dana and Kim Roush of Hastings wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jessica Renea to Nathan Wayne Selby, the son of Wayne and LouAnn Selby of Hastings. The bride-to-be is a graduate of Hastings High School (2002) and Lansing Community College with an associates in applied science for floriculture. She then attended Kellogg Community College and graduated with an associates in business management. She is currently employed with Hastings City Bank. The groom-to-be is a graduate of Hastings High School (2003) and is currently employed with TNR Machine. A May 22, 2010 wedding is being planned at the First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Hastings Middle School Young Citizens for April, joined by Principal Chris Cooley, are (from left) Michael Johnston, Blake VanDiver, Abby Laubaugh, Logan Clements and Joe Smith. Marriage Licenses 5 generations gather Mr. and Mrs. Scott Patrick announce the engagement of their daughter Samantha Patrick to Jason Lindberg, son of Mr. and Mrs. Brian Lindberg. They will be getting married on June 5th at Haven Reformed Church in Kalamazoo. In back, grandmother Debra Hunsberger of Edwardsburg, MI; right, great grandmother Georgia Wiser, Tinkler of Elkhart, Ind.; left, great great grandmother Norma McNutt of Hastings, MI holding baby Gabrielle; below, mother Desiree Wiser of Elkhart, Ind. Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. 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Girrbach Owner/Director �Page 8 — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa The annual Lakewood CROP Walk will be on Sunday at 1p.m. There is still time to make a pledge to one of the walkers. Most churches in the district will have representatives walking. Also some business groups will participate. Twenty-five percent of the proceeds will be returned to the Lakewood Community Council for local use. The rest will go to help alleviate world hunger through food, seeds, simple farm tools, water wells and other means for people to produce their own food. Friday and Saturday there will be a rummage sale at the Freight House, along with raffle tickets on sale for a cash drawing. Last year’s winner received $500. The TriRiver Museum group met on Tuesday forenoon this week at the Cascade Museum, a former township hall. Plans are well under way for the July luncheon. Next month’s meeting will be in Lake Odessa. Ionia and Clarksville are combining efforts for an antiques appraisal to be held in Clarksville on May 4 from 5 to 8 p.m. The flea market and garden sale returns to the Lake Odessa Fairgrounds each Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. until fall starting, April 30. Next week on May 1 and May 2 the Depot complex will be one of the host spots for the spring museum tour sponsored by the TriRiver Museum group. Brochures will show photos and list locations of more than 20 museums open to the public for free this weekend. All the museums are on the Thornapple, Grand or Flat rivers, or their tributaries. Lake Odessa’s Jordan Lake empties into the Little Thornapple, so we qualify. Charlton Park, Freeport, Portland, Lyons, Ionia, Browne Center and others are included. Readers of the Grand Rapids Press may have read the story of two nuns at Grand Rapids who have taken their “show on the road.” They have organized a motor home into a classroom and take it to neighborhoods where people could not afford to attending parenting classes so they take the class to the people. One of them is Sister Jean, formerly Jean Kramer of Pewamo. She is a first cousin of Georgia Catt and John Cook of Lake Odessa. She was born the daughter of Clement and Hyacinth Kramer. Katherine Cook, mother of Georgia and John was a Blackmer sister of Mrs. Kramer. On Monday a story on the second front page, page 3, of the Press had the story of a fatal accident near Ada. This accident happened by the front yard of Dan and Julia Galavan, formerly of Lake Odessa and 06713537 In Loving Memory of… Certified 77545256 GLENN SCHONDELMAYER Sunfield. Julie is the daughter of George and Judy Johnson of Johnson Street and granddaughter of Lester and Virginia Yonkers. Not only Julie but also some of her children witnessed the rollover accident which left one passenger dead when he was ejected from the car. On April 25, Darrin Winker, son of Roger Winkler, will be a graduate of Eastern Michigan University with a bachelor of science degree in elementary education. On Saturday, April 24, the United Methodist Women of Central United Methodist Church will hold their annual Spring breakfast. The speaker will be Noreen Midley from Refunction Junction. Call the church office for reservations for the catered breakfast which will begin at 9 a.m. On April 13 the Alethians of Central United Methodist Church were hosted by John and Andrea Gentner on Eagle Point. Their son Kevin of Salem United Methodist Church at St. Johns was present to relate some of his experiences on mission trips to Haiti. Saturday, April 17, St. Edwards Family Center was a busy place with beautifully decorated tables set for at least 150 patrons who came to experience the unique settings and then enjoy a tasty lunch prepared by the library staff and friends, to hear library news and to share in the excitement of a drawing for a raffle winner. Betty Makley won the top prize, grocery goods from Carl’s Market, Sally Strater, whose ticket won her $100 gasoline purchases from Shell; and a gift basket from Endless Expressions which went to Mary Dimmer. Two tables were filled with Red Hat Society ladies with their purple suits or dresses and their elaborate red hats. One lady even had a Red Hat jacket. Other tables were decorated in themes from Mardi Gras, Polish pottery and more. Financial Planning Randy Teegardin, CFP.® Hastings City Bank Trust and Investment Group We thank God for every moment we spent with you! You are loved and missed, Dianna, Sandy, Susan and Julie 269-945-2401 150 W. Court St. Hastings, MI 49058 Investment opportunities include non deposit investments which are: Not FDIC Insured Not Bank Guaranteed May Lose Value SOCIAL SECURITY: Your Questions Answered Please join us for a FREE seminar FENCE REPLACEMENT Date: TUESDAY, APRIL 27, 2010 Time: 6:30 P.M. Location: EVER AFTER BANQUET HALL Historic Charlton Park is taking bids on replacement of the fence along the north drive. Supply and install approximately 914 feet of western red cedar, jumbo size, 10’ on center, 2 rail split fence complete. Charlton Park will remove existing fence. Cost to include treating base of post (ground contact) to help prevent water rot. 1230 N. MICHIGAN AVE. HASTINGS, MI 49058 Show: 1. Cost materials only 2) Materials with labor. A representative from the Social Security Administration will be available to answer questions. Submit written quote by May 4th, 2010. Attention: Tom Campbell To view the site call Tom at 269-580-3003 or 269-945-3775 To reserve space for yourself and a guest at this free educational seminar, please call 269-948-9780 or toll free 877948-9780 no later than April 23, 2010 “ S t r etchi n g ” “Your repair dollars go further at” 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings, MI 49058-8102 www.charltonpark.org 07540560 “Dr. Danielle” D.C. and “Dr. Bob” D.C. THISS AUTO are now at Bercier Family Chiropractic Hastings • Mechanical Repairs & Service Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic • Lube - Oil - Filter.......................16.95 1225 W. State St., Hastings (Next to McDonald’s) up to 5 qts. oil • Laser Wheel Alignment ....from 29.95 • A/C System Check....................24.95 Performance & Leak • Collision & Auto Body Repair Accepting most insurances even Priority Health “Free Estimates” (269) 948-3387 Budget is on schedule — so far Call for your appointment today 2295 South M-37 Hwy., Hastings Dennis Thiss, Owner (269) 945-BACK (2225) Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply Let’s review the process under which the state adopts a budget and where we are today. Twice each year, the state’s economists get together and estimate revenues. This conference of the treasurer’s office, the House Fiscal Agency and the Senate Fiscal Agency produces a consensus estimate upon which the budgets are based. That process unfolds in January and again in May. In February, the governor starts things off with a budget proposal based on the January revenue estimates. In this case, the governor proposed a budget with a tax increase through the institution of a sales tax on services — a proposal not likely to pass. The next step is for the 15 budgets of the state to be divided between the House and the Senate. Eight start in one chamber, and seven start in the other. In March and April, the House and Senate took testimony and passed most of their respective budgets. Each budget then went to 07540125 Satisfaction Guaranteed Repairs! 77545048 ® PUBLIC The NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Accuracy Test for the May 4, 2010 Election will be conducted on Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. in the Woodland Township Hall located at 156 South Main, Woodland, Michigan. 77545168 77543076 The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the program and the computer that will be used to tabulate the results of the election have been prepared in accordance with law. Cheryl Allen Woodland Township Clerk 156 S. Main Woodland, MI 48897 (269) 367-4915 by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters When I walk on Sundays with my faithful mutt along the bottom of the Snake River Canyon, I usually hear only the wind in my ears. It’s surprising how loud a breeze can be in a human ear, and try as I might, I’ve not found anything about breeze-sounds to be particularly interesting. Still, just to keep me awake, perhaps, Mother Nature punctuates the breeze sometimes with a snake’s rattle in the warmth of summer – and, of course, I do listen carefully for them. But springs is actually my favorite time for listening in the canyon. Some Sunday afternoons the air is absolutely still. When that’s the case, I get a special treat: I literally hear the Earth falling apart. The sound comes from the rocks above my head. It starts as a little tink-tink murmur that is followed up by a tap-tap sound. Finally, the rock – usually no bigger than a piece of gravel – gets down near my level and I hear the swishing sound of it passing through the air as it reaches the ground. Occasionally the high tink-tink murmur sets off a small cascade of sounds. One tinktink leads to two tap-taps which lead to a miniature rolling thunder of gravel coming down toward me and the railroad tracks on which I walk. Tink, tap, whoosh, smack. The rocks from above show me energy-of-motion, a kind of energy they briefly display in exchange for the energy-of-place they had when they were clinging higher onto the canyon wall. Once the new gravel is at our feet, everything grows quiet again. The dog looks at me, and I look at the dog. We continue on our walk because we like long walks — and perhaps because we are both a little dim, too, and don’t quite believe we could be smashed by a boulder following the same path as the gravel. One reason a lot of rocks are falling this time of year is what geologists call the freezethaw cycle. During the day, with the current mild winter here in the Northwest, temperatures along the Snake River are well above freezing. Moisture melts and penetrates into the cracks of the rocks and canyon walls. At night, the temperature can drop below freezing. Water expands as it freezes (most liquid substances don’t do that, but water is an exception). The water in the rock cracks expands as it becomes ice, and that expansion is a powerful force. The ice helps pop bits of rock out of the canyon wall, or at least loosen them so they are ready to fall. Little by little, a number of rocks are launched on their journey to tumble and fall below. The rocks and their different forms of energy are something scientists learned to understand in previous centuries. The energy-of-motion of the falling rocks and the energy-ofplace of the rocks high on the canyon wall were the first part of the analysis. Next came the idea that to get the rock back to where it had once been, a lot of work would have to be done. (I’ll say it would be a lot of work — think of the dog and me having to scramble up the canyon wall to replace the gravel where it once had sat.) Detailed measurements of all kinds of energy work in the 1800s, plus analysis on chalkboards, made it clear that no matter how careful and smart we are, we cannot replace the rocks to their prior positions in the canyon without putting in a little more energy than we can get out by their fall. That’s the bad news of what’s called the second law of thermodynamics of this sad and sorry world. In the words of T-shirts that undergraduate geeks like to wear on college campuses, “You can’t even break even.” Those are heavy thoughts, to be sure, to harbor on a spring Sunday afternoon walk. But they take my mind off fears of being beaned by boulders from above as I listen to the Earth change around me. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter at RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Sciences at Washington State University. Village, Museum & Recreation Area 77545131 Bob Knapp Financial Advisor Edward Jones 228 N. Church St., Hastings, MI 49058 www.edwardjones.com Listening for a change the opposite chamber from where it started. That is where things stand today. The final budgets will not be passed before June because they ultimately will be based on updated numbers from the May revenue estimates. These first steps are mostly about each branch laying out its priorities in initial budget proposals. Both the House and the Senate are likely to pass most of the budgets, with differences. That means that they will end up in conference committees for a final compromise to be reached. A conference committee is the mechanism through which differences between the House and Senate are worked out before final passage. If the budgets are placed into conference committees before the May revenue estimates, things will be teed up pretty well to be finalized in June. If not, we could be in for a long summer. Be a “SPORTS NUT” and keep informed on all the scores and accomplishments of local athletes. Read The BANNER! �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... with Esther Walton Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES Early pioneer recalled experiences Systematic investing can smooth ‘bumps in the road’ in the big woods, part II The following, originally printed in the Dec. 5, 1907, Banner, is a recount of early pioneer memories of Amanda (Haight) Wheeler. She was 79 at the time of the publication and died less than two years later. In 1847, Amanda Haight married Milo Thatcher Wheeler, who served as Woodland postmaster, township supervisor and county treasurer. Both were born in Steuben County, N.Y., were among the early settlers in Woodland Township, and are buried at Riverside Cemetery in Hastings. One of their daughters, Roselle, married Marshall L. Cook, longtime editor of the Banner. ***** In the spring of 1840, Reuben Haight and family moved from Livingston County to their new location. John Potts and wife, whom they had know in York state, lived in a small log house about two miles from Mr. Haight’s farm. The newcomers were strongly urged to make their abode with Mr. and Mrs. Potts until they could build their own and did so. All that spring and summer, Reuben Haight worked hard, erecting his log house and making a small clearing about it. That fall, the family moved into their new home. Each day that summer, Mr. Haight would take his daughter Amanda and the next younger child, Stephen, with him from the Potts home to his new clearing, two miles away. The two children amused themselves as best they could while the father worked at building his house or clearing land. One day, little Stephen sat perched on a large limb of a fallen tree. His father was about to chop down another and called to the children to be on their guard, though believing them well outside of the danger zone. But when the tree fell, it struck another and veered toward Stephen, and in falling it pressed down the limb on which the lad was sitting and quickly releasing it, the boy was thrown upward several feet into the air. In falling, he struck the ground in such a manner that his leg was broken. The father rushed to the little boy who was crying with pain, and as quickly as he could, carried him to the home of Mr. Potts, where the family was living. The nearest physician was at Vermontville, 15 miles distant, and to that place Mr. Haight made his journey on foot, returning with the doctor. But it was 36 hours after the boy was injured before it was possible to secure the physician’s aid. What the little fellow suffered in the meantime can well be imagined. The little girl of 12 became very useful to the family in running errands back and forth from the clearing to the Potts’ home and also to her uncle’s place who lived farther south. How would anyone of our girl readers like to act in the capacity of errand girl through trackless woods, her only guide being cuttings into the forest trees here and there to indicate the direction to be taken? At last, Reuben Haight completed his log house, and into it the family moved, the number of children having been increased meanwhile to five since they left Livingston County. The Potts domicile was a log structure, with but two rooms, one above the other, the second story being reached by a ladder, and both floors/surface evened as best could be done with an ax. The Haights’ new home was built on the same humble lines. At first they had neither windows nor doors. Bed clothing and strips of carpet covered the openings for a time. At night could be heard the howling of the fierce timber wolves which gathered about the Haight abode, their snarling and barking making night hideous. The wolves became so bold that in order to drive them away, Mr. Haight built fires at night close to his dwelling, and when the pack came dangerously near, he would go to the fire, snatch up some of the blazing brands, and, swinging these burning sticks, of which the wolves seemed to be in terror, he would put the animals to flight. Mr. Haight’s brothers had raised a crop of corn that year, and furnished Reuben’s family with a plentiful supply. There was no mill nearer than Ionia, and to get there and back required three days’ journey with a yoke of oxen, and Mr. Haight as yet had none. But he possessed a large iron kettle. The corn was shelled, put into his kettle, and vigorously pounded with an iron wedge such as was ordinarily used in splitting rails. In that manner, the corn was reduced as nearly as could be to the fineness of meal, and was then baked into johnny cake or madse into Indian pudding. There was no butter to be had that fall and winter. With the bread or pudding was eaten the syrup which dripped from the little stock of maple sugar with which they had been supplied, or molasses made from the melted maple sugar. Occasionally, they had venison or other game, which was abundant in the woods, and which Jonathan Haight’s trusty rifle was often the means of securing. (To be continued) POLICE CHIEF, continued from page 1 During the interview, Gentry also referenced several concerns regarding Jim Stoneburner, supervisor of Prairieville Township, and his management of the municipality. However, he stressed that any discord that might have existed between himself and Stoneburner played no role in his departure. “I want it made perfectly clear that Jim Stoneburner had nothing to do with my decision to retire,” he said. One of the concerns raised by Gentry was a decrease in the amount budgeted for the township’s police department. According to the township’s 2010-11 budget, just under $138,000 in expenditures are reserved for the police department, with slightly less than $114,000 of that to come from a millage. In comparison, the township’s 2009-10 budget allots slightly less than $158,000 for the police department, with money from a millage associated with $104,000 of that amount. When asked about decreased funding for the police department, Stoneburner maintained that such reductions were necessary. “We spent way more in our police budget than we took in, and we had to reduce that,” he said. Speaking of the budget for the police department, Stoneburner added that a replacement for Gentry likely would not be hired any time soon. “We have no intention in the immediate future to put on another chief,” he said. According to the township’s website, the police department currently is comprised of two patrol officers, Aaron Lomonaco and William Thompson, and one reserve officer, Rick Ozzello. Another concern raised by Gentry involved health insurance offered by the township to officers of the police department. “They cut our health benefits dramatically,” he alleged. Despite Gentry’s claim about the health insurance, Stoneburner contended that the officers have not had any of the health insurance benefits afforded them by the township reduced. “We’re not taking any health care benefits away from officers,” he alleged. Copies of the township’s budgets for 200910 and 2010-11 reference health insurance benefits, but do not provide detailed summaries of those offerings. Describing another concern he had regard- ing Stoneburner, Gentry claimed that while he was involved in a drug bust earlier this month, Stoneburner made untimely demands of him to function in an administrative capacity that would have interfered with his duties as a police officer. “We did get into an argument,” he said. Stoneburner agreed with Gentry, saying that the two were involved in an argument, however, Stoneburner claimed that that argument did not have any bearing on the drug bust referenced by Gentry. According to the supervisor, he and Gentry argued about the way in which Stoneburner managed the police department. “We had a little argument over the direction I’m taking with the police force,” Stoneburner alleged. “... The direction I had maybe was a little different than he wanted to have.” Stoneburner said he has attempted to manage the police department in a way that promotes communication and cooperation with other area public service departments. During the discussion with Gentry, the former police chief called for a detailed investigation of the township, saying that what he discussed was “only the tip of the iceberg.” However, he declined to partake in any kind of in-depth interview until interviews were conducted with all of the people who recently have either resigned from or otherwise left positions within the township. Gentry maintained that any kind of extensive discourse on his part without the contributions of those other people would not be just. In about the past 18 months, more than 10 people have left the employ of the township, with various reasons being given for some of their departures. Many of them have been interviewed about their decisions to leave. Attempts to reach Gentry and follow-up with him were not successful. Stoneburner currently is one of two members of the Prairieville Township Board, along with Clerk Jill Owens, who are the focus of recall efforts by the Prairieville Recall Committee. Among other claims, the committee has alleged that the township officials, together, have committed violations of both the Open Meetings Act and the state Freedom of Information Act, spent public funds in both wasteful and unauthorized ways, poorly managed the township and practiced nepotism. Both Stoneburner and Owens have denied validity of claims made by the committee. In the investment world, there aren’t many certainties, but here’s one of them: prices will always go up and down. As an individual investor, you can’t do anything about this volatility. But the way you respond to it could make a big difference in your long-term investment success. Many investors think they can “beat” volatility by trying to time the market — in other words, by buying when prices are low and selling when prices are high. In theory, this is an excellent strategy, but in reality, it’s pretty much impossible to follow — because no one can really predict, with any accuracy, market highs and lows. So instead of attempting to time the market, you’re much better off by following a timetested strategy known as systematic investing. To systematically invest, you simply put the same amount of money into the same investments at regular intervals. To illustrate, you could put $100, $500, $1000 or more into Investment X on the first of every month. To make it even easier on yourself, you could automatically transfer those dollars from your bank account directly into the investment you’ve chosen. In all likelihood, your contribution will buy a different amount of shares of Investment X each month. For example, if Investment X sells for $100 per share in January, a $500 investment will buy five shares. In February, if the price has fallen to $50 per share, your $500 will buy 10 shares. In other words, when you systematically invest, you’ll automatically buy more shares when the price is low and fewer shares when the price is higher — and that’s a great way to cope with market volatility. But systematic investing also offers some other advantages, including the following: • Efficient share building — The more shares you own of an investment, the bigger your cumulative gains whenever the price of that investment rises. Consequently, increasing your shares should be a prime objective — and systematic investing is one way of building your share ownership. • Investment discipline — Most people realize the value of investing for their retirement and other long-term goals, but they often put it off each month and find other things to do with the money— and by then, there’s often nothing left to invest. But by setting up a bank authorization to invest systematically each month, you’ll “pay yourself first." • • Lower cost of investing — Through systematic investing, your cost per share likely will be lower than if you made sporadic lump sum investments. And by lowering the cost of investing, you will, in effect have the potential to boost your returns. While systematic investing is typically a good way to fight the effects of volatility, it can’t guarantee a profit or prevent a loss in declining markets. And keep in mind that you need to have the financial wherewithal to keep investing through up and down markets. But if you have that ability, consider putting systematic investing to work for you. It may not be glitzy or glamorous, but it may work for you. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 21.17 +.07 AT&T 26.66 +.46 CMS Energy Corp 15.80 -.11 Coca-Cola Co 54.47 -.55 Dow Chemical Co 30.36 -.24 Exxon Mobil 68.97 +.31 Family Dollar Stores 38.40 -.52 First Financial Bancorp 19.55 +.72 Flowserve CP 115.02 -.63 Ford Motor Co 13.91 +1.12 Intl Bus Machine 129.69 +.66 JCPenney Co 30.48 -.42 Johnson & Johnson 65.99 +.31 Kellogg Co 53.61 +.49 McDonald’s Corp 70.34 +1.42 Pfizer Inc 16.76 -.42 Sears Holding 107.80 +1.38 Spartan Motors 6.36 +.58 TCF Financial 16.07 -.24 Walmart Stores 54.52 -.20 Gold $1138.40 -13.70 Silver $17.84 -.40 11,117.06 +97.64 Dow Jones Average Volume on NYSE -- Hastings Public Call anytime for Library schedule set Hastings Banner Thursday, April 22 — adult computer class in computer basics, 3 to 4 p.m. (call to sign up); Movie Memories “Night of the Hunter” with Robert Mitchum, 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 23 — preschool story time about spring, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Tuesday, April 27 — toddler story time about the farm, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; Young Chess Tutoring Class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 28 — Tween Boys COOL Computer Lessons, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library for more information at 269-945-4263. classified ads 269-945-9554 TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT PUBLIC HEARING FOR MIDDLE LAKE WEED CONTROL TO: The residents and property owners bordering Middle Lake and all other interested persons. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Carlton Township Board has scheduled a public hearing for an aquatic weed control project for Middle Lake within the Township, on the estimated costs of such improvement and on the special assessment district proposed to be created within which the costs of such improvement is proposed to be collected. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the aforesaid special assessment district is more particularly described as follows: Approximately 105 properties that front on Middle Lake except properties owned by Dave & Sharon Sixberry located on the west side of Middle Lake. A complete list of parcel numbers is available at the Township Hall PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the estimated costs for a lake management program for the control of weeds and/or algae in Middle Lake for the 2010 through 2014 seasons is in the approximate amount of $57,000.00 for the five seasons, or $11,400.00 per year, ($109.00 per year per parcel) and are on file with the Township Clerk for public examination and will be available at the scheduled public hearing. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Board has tentatively declared its intent to make the foregoing improvements and to create the afore-described special assessment district for the collection of the costs thereof and has tentatively found the foregoing to be reasonable and proper. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the public hearing on the foregoing improvements, estimated costs and the special assessment district within which such costs are to be collected, will be held at the Carlton Township Hall, 85 Welcome Road, within the township on Monday, April 26, 2010 commencing at 7 p.m. At the hearing the Board will consider any written objections to any of the foregoing matters filed with the Board at or before the hearing as well as any revisions, corrections, amendments or changes to the plans, estimates or special assessment district that may be raised at such hearing. The Township Board reserves the right to revise, correct, amend or change the plans, estimates of costs or special assessment district at or following said public hearing. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that if written objections to the improvement are filed with the Township Board at or before the aforesaid public hearing, signed by record owners of land constituting more than 20% of the total frontage upon the lake proposed to be improved, then the Township Board may not proceed with the project unless petitions in support of the project, signed by record owners of more than 50% of such frontage are filed with the Township. Such objections may be filed with the Township Clerk at the foregoing address. Please take further notice that if the Township Board determines to proceed with the project, it will cause a special assessment roll to be prepared for the recovery of the costs thereof and another hearing will be held preceded by notice to record owners of property proposed to be specially assessed and by publication in the Hastings Banner, to hear public comments concerning the proposed special assessments. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that Carlton Township will provide necessary and reasonable auxiliary aids and services at the hearing to individuals with disabilities upon reasonable notice to the Carlton Township Clerk of the need for the same. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the office of the Township Clerk in writing or by calling the undersigned Clerk at least five days prior to the hearing. All interested persons are invited to be present at the aforesaid time and place, in person or by representative, and to submit comments concerning the foregoing. 77545145 CARLTON TOWNSHIP Michele Erb, Clerk 85 Welcome Road Hastings, MI 49058 269-945-5990 �Page 10 — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Nationally acclaimed health and wellness speaker, author to talk in Hastings Monday The first annual Barry County Healthcare Summit is scheduled for 3 to 6 p.m. Monday, April 26 at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute and will feature Dee Edington, PhD, director of the Health Management Research Center at the University of Michigan. Edington is a nationally acclaimed keynote speaker on the subject of health and wellness related to bottom line impacts. He is the author or coauthor of more than 400 articles, presentations and several books. His teaching and research focus on the relationship between healthy lifestyles, vitality and quality of life, as they benefit both individuals and organizations. Edington is specifically interested in how individual health promotion, worksite wellness activities and programs within organizations impact health care cost containment, productivity and human resource development. “Poor health is a serious individual, business, and economic threat to our way of life. This serious threat cannot be tolerated and thus we need to act now. Therefore, it requires a serious business and economic strategy to reverse past and current ways of thinking and use of resources,” Edington said in the executive summary of his book Zero Trends: Health as a Serious Economic Strategy. Zero Trends is about a new model for healthcare in America. It redefines healthcare as a combination of illness and wellness strategies. It is designed to help employers enable employees to become self-leaders in maintaining their energy, vitality, and overall performance. “We must drastically change our singular focus on sickness and sickness prevention to embrace an equal focus on wellness and wellness promotion,” he has said. Edington’s presentation will discuss the underlying problems of escalating healthcare costs and low productivity. He will address the objectives of company-sponsored health management programs, their impact on health-care costs, and their five fundamental ingredients (creating the vision of a health-promoting work- place, articulating the vision throughout the workplace, producing winners, rewarding positive behaviors, and allowing outcomes to drive strategies). “The Healthcare Summit is the ideal opportunity for Barry County business leaders to engage with Dee Edington to gain firsthand information on his research and teachings,” said Barry County Chamber of Commerce President Valerie Byrnes. “Edington’s teachings at the summit will include a road map for business and health plans and practitioners of health promotion programs.” Edington said, “Crafting an effective workplace wellness plan can help not only keep your employees healthy, but also contain your health care costs and improve productivity.” The Healthcare Summit will also feature a panel of respected business owners and human resource professionals representing the Barry County Healthcare Coalition including: J-Ad Graphics, Hastings Fiberglass Products, Viking Corporation and Hastings Mutual Insurance. Zachary Bolthouse selected as outstanding business student at HHS Zachary Bolthouse, son of John and Carol Bolthouse of Hastings, has been selected as Hastings High School’s Outstanding Business Student for 2010. The Hastings High School Business Education Department has chosen Bolthouse on the basis of his achievements in business curriculum at Hastings. The teachers who selected him are Nancy Cottrell and Tracy George. Bolthouse has focused his studies in business by taking computer and information technology 1 and 2 and three years of Web design. In Web design, he completed units in Adobe Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Flash, Fireworks, HTML, JavaScript and VB.Net Programming. Additionally, he has taken C++ Programming 1 and 2 this year at Davenport University. One thing that stands out about Bolthouse as a person, said Cottrell, is that he is very self-motivated. Once he sets his sights on learning a new skill, nothing will stand in the way of him making it happen, she said. He is a conscientious student who is always willing to put forth extra effort to complete assignments and to help other students, she said, adding that he is mature, helpful and kind to other people. “Because we don’t have technical support in our building, Zach has been called upon to assist administrators, counselors and teachers who need help with technology, and he does so without complaint,” said Cottrell. Outside of school, Bolthouse is involved in several extracurricular activities. He has been a member of Business Professionals of America for the past two years and has competed at the regional and state levels. He placed first at the regional event in human resource management as a junior and first again in C++ programming his senior year. He has been on the varsity soccer team for three years, serving as a team captain. Bolthouse was also named to the all-district soccer team. Additionally, he holds a part-time job at Hastings Ace Hardware, working 20 to 30 hours each week, after school and on weekends. Over the past four summers, Bolthouse has donated nearly 1,500 hours of his time to two local camps, performing services such as construction, grounds keeping, and general maintenance. Bolthouse is planning on attending Full Sail Zachary Bolthouse University in Florida this fall to continue his studies in computer programming, with plans to eventually enter the world of video game development. Syrup festival will celebrate 70 years of sweetness this weekend by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer For the past seven decades, the Vermontville community has come together to celebrate the process of turning sap into sweet syrup. This year, the festival is set to light up the night sky with a special fireworks show planned for Saturday night. RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ORDINANCE SUBMITTAL TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a proposed Ordinance #2010-138 appended hereto was introduced for first reading by the Rutland Charter Township Board at its April 14, 2010 meeting. This proposed ordinance will be considered for adoption by the Township Board at its next regular meeting on May 12, 2010 commencing at 7:30 p.m. at the Rutland Charter Township Hall. Rutland Charter Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon seven (7) days’ notice to Rutland Charter Township. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Township. RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP BOARD Rutland Charter Township Hall 2461 Heath Road Hastings, MI 49058 Telephone: (269) 948-2194 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF RUTLAND BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN ORDINANCE # 2010-138 (Proposed) Amendment(s) to the Rutland Charter Township Zoning Map ADOPTED: EFFECTIVE: An Ordinance to amend the Rutland Charter Township Zoning Ordinance by the rezoning of the subject parcel(s) located in Land Section 14 within the Township from the “RE”, Rural Estates, Residential District zoning classification to the “R-1”, Residential, Single Family District zoning classification; and to repeal all Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith. The Charter Township of Rutland Barry County, Michigan ORDAINS SECTION I: Rezoning of Properties in Land Section 14 The Zoning Map as incorporated by reference in the Rutland Charter Township Zoning Ordinance is hereby amended by rezoning from the “ RE”, Rural Estates, Residential District zoning classification to the “R-1”, Residential, Single Family District zoning classification the following described properties in Land Section 14, Parcel # 08-13-014-004-00: RUTLAND TWP 1 1/2 ACRES OF LAND OF THE TRIANGULAR STRIP ON E 1/2 NE 1/4 SEC 14-3-9 LYING BETWEEN HWY AND MCRR AS FOLLOWS COM AT A PT IN CEN OF HWY 29 1/2 RDS NW OF SEC LINE BETWEEN SECS 13 & 14 FOR POB TH NE AT RIGHT ANGLE WITH HWY TO R/W MCRR TH ALONG R/W OF RD IN NWLY DIR TO PT SO THAT A LINE RUN PARALLEL WITH THE LINE ON SE SIDE TO CEN HWY FROM SELY ALONG HWY TO BEG. Parcel # 08-13-014-005-00: RUTLAND CHARTER TWP. COM NE COR SEC 14-3-9 TH S 00 DEG 13’ 19” W AL E LI SEC 930.69 FT TO CNTR LI HEATH RD FOR POB TH N 54 DEG 38’ 13” W AL CNTR LI RD 482.72 FT TH N 35 DEG 21’ 47” E 189.86 FT TH S 62 DEG 14’ 18” E 353.11 FT TH S 00 DEG 13’ 19” W 289.3 FT TO CNTRLI HEATH RD TH N 54 DEG 13’ 13” W 33.80 FT TO POB SECTION II: Severability The provisions of this Ordinance are hereby declared to be severable, and if any parts are declared invalid for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction it shall not affect the remainder of the Ordinance, which shall continue in full force and effect. SECTION III: Repeal of Conflicting Ordinances All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance are hereby repealed. SECTION IV: Effective Date This Ordinance shall take effect eight (8) days after publication of the Notice of Adoption by the Township Board. Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Charter Township of Rutland 06713513 “I think we’re going to have one of the best festivals ever,” Vermontville Syrup Association President Gene Fisher said. What began with a conversation in a downtown barbershop has blossomed into a full weekend of events, carnival rides, entertainment and, of course, maple syrup products. During the first few years of the festival, pancakes and sausage were given out for free. Now organizations such as the high school band boosters, American Legion Post and Vermontville Lions Club are able to prepare and sell flapjacks to benefit community programs. Fisher said he is certain that the festival has become a strong tradition in the community due to the hard work and efforts of so many residents. Their volunteerism and dedication to the festival have made it a success. “There are so many volunteers who do such a fabulous job. The syrup corporation is very, very thankful for the help we’ve received from different people and organizations,” said Fisher. Local residents Jack and Joyce Rathburn have been chosen as grand marshals for the grand parade that will make its way downtown Saturday at 2 p.m. The couple have been married for 58 years and raised their four children in Vermontville while volunteering their time and talents to numerous organizations. “I would not care to live in a big town. You wouldn’t know anybody,” said Joyce. “It’s the volunteers in the small towns, or big, that keep things going. We’ve always said that if each person were involved in just one thing, whether it’s the school, church or other organization, that would just be great.” Over the years, Joyce has been active with Girl Scouts, the Vermontville Women’s Club and Vermontville Congregational Church, among other endeavors. Jack has volunteered for the fire department, served as library board president and has been part of the cemetery board for nearly 40 years. He also owned the Standard Station in Vermontville for decades and remembers when he could tell who was in town by the cars parked on Main Street. He is a 60-year, active member of the American Legion, and he also has donated 34 gallons of blood and platelets over the years. Through the decades, the pair has worn nearly every hat at the church, serving as Sunday school teachers and filling a host of other positions. “Joyce and I had held about every position at the church — everything except minister,” laughed Jack. The festival begins Friday evening, April 23, continues through Saturday and Sunday and includes something for everyone. The streets and buildings of Vermontville will be filled with Mid-America rides, a talent show, arts and crafts, flea market, two parades, petting zoo, princess pageant, various displays, games, free entertainment and arm wrestling. Local syrup producers are located throughout the village selling syrup, candies, crème and the ever-popular maple syrup cotton candy. Dee Edington, PhD These companies have all proactively implemented a tobacco free campus initiative along with various healthy living initiatives and will share their experiences at the Healthcare Summit. Thomas Magnifico, director of Pharmacy Services at Pennock Health Services will share expert information on the topic of “Generic Drugs: Debunking the Myth.” Brent Webb, RN, director of Rehabilitation Services/Health and Wellness/Speciality Services of Pennock Health Services, will present “Wellness: An Innovative Approach to Keeping Employees Healthy and Productive,” discussing the multiple ways employers can engage in wellness efforts. The Barry chamber’s Government Issues Committee serves as special host to this program and encourages participation by all business owners, managers, human resource professionals, and all those desiring to better understand how to do their share in creating a new view on wellness in the workplace. The Healthcare Summit is offered free of charge to chamber members and $25 for potential members, thanks to the sponsorship support of the Barry County Healthcare Coalition, Pennock Health Services, the Community Assets Pillar of HomeTown Partners and the Barry County Chamber of Commerce. Call the chamber at 945-2454 ASAP to reserve a seat. LEGAL NOTICE Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James W. Haddock aka James Haddock, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated April 8, 2008, and recorded on April 17, 2008 in instrument 20080417-0004177, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-One And 76/100 Dollars ($66,371.76), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the North 1/2 of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 1, Town 3 North, Range 7 West; thence South in the center of highway 175 feet; thence East 212 feet; thence North 175 feet; thence West 212 feet to the point of beginnning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544605 File #312259F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicholas F. Deweerd, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2003, and recorded on July 15, 2003 in instrument 1108594, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-One Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Eight And 49/100 Dollars ($91,688.49), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northwest corner of Section 22; thence East 8 rods for place of beginning; thence South 160 feet; thence West 60 feet; thence North 160 feet; thence East to beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545214 File #316549F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Thomas Patrick Lyons, a single man of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, successor in interest to Washington Mutual Bank, successor in interest to Long Beach Mortgage Company dated the 27th day of October, A.D. 2004, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 29th day of October, A.D. 2004, in instrument No. 1136327 of Barry Records, which said mortgage was assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 20051, thru mesne assignments, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $102,516.21 (one hundred two thousand five hundred sixteen and 21/100) plus accrued interest at 5.50% (five point five zero) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 13th day of May, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Maple Grove, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Township of Maple Grove, County of Barry, Michigan: Commencing 260 feet South of the 1/8 post on the West line of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 31, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, for the point of beginning; thence East 26 rods; thence North 12 rods; thence West 26 rods; thence South 12 rods to the point of beginning. Commonly known as: 9745 North Avenue Parcel Number 10-031-130-00 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 15, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77545120 WWR# 10034706 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Frank Renegar and Grace A. Renegar aka Grace Renegar, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Bell Com Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated November 5, 2004, and recorded on November 18, 2004 in instrument 1137394, and assigned by mesne assignments to PHH Mortgage Corporation, a New Jersey Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand One Hundred Eighty And 69/100 Dollars ($120,180.69), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 19, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds East along the North line of said Section 660.00 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing South 89 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds East along said North line 330.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 25 minutes 58 seconds West parallel with the West line of said Section 330.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds West 330.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 25 minutes 58 seconds East 330.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545190 File #315896F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — Page 11 Hastings elementary students may have been exposed to hepatitis A by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Elementary students in the Hastings Area School District may have been exposed to hepatitis A by a substitute teacher who was recently diagnosed with the disease. The substitute had worked at all four of the district’s elementary schools during the past couple of weeks, potentially exposing students in those schools to the virus. The district was alerted of the potential exposure shortly after 2 p.m. Tuesday. A letter from Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee and an information sheet from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) about hepatitis A were sent home with elementary students that afternoon. Parents and guardians on the district’s e-mail list also were sent a notice. Because elementary students share buses with high school and middle school students, letters also were sent home with secondary students. According to Satterlee, due to the earlier dismissal time at the high school and middle school, not all students in those facilities received a letter to take home. However, they were expected to be distributed no later than Wednesday. “The letter is more a cautionary measure than anything else,” said Satterlee. “Hepatitis A is a dangerous disease, and we want our families to know that the potential for exposure exists and to keep an eye on their child.” The letter said that while many school-aged children were offered the vaccine before they enrolled in school, parents are urged to check Dispatchers, deputy, and trooper work together to find lost family near Devil’s Soup Bowl by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Exploring the Yankee Springs Recreation Area near the Devil’s Soup Bowl turned out to be more of an adventure than expected for a husband, wife and their five year old child. The Devil’s Soup Bowl is north of Gun Lake and is described as a “kettle” hole that was formed when a huge block of ice was buried in a mound of glacial dirt, according to information in the Banner’s archives. By 9:56 p.m. Monday, the family, who live in Ionia, realized they were lost and called 911 to seek help from Barry County Central Dispatch. For some reason, the family had strayed off the marked trail so they didn’t have the markers to help guide them back to their vehicle, which they had parked near Grave’s Hill. The husband told the 911 dispatcher that the darkness made it difficult for the family to see anything and they became lost. To make matters worse, the husband told the dispatcher to hurry because his cell phone battery was going dead. Thanks to technology and the excellent work of 911 dispatcher Dale Morey, who was assisted by dispatchers Michelle James, Joe Kramer and Leslie Parrish, Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy Randy Volosky and Michigan State Police Trooper Ernie Felkers, the family was ‘rescued’ from their ordeal about 10:25 p.m. Dispatcher Morey used the husband’s GPS coordinates from the cell phone to pinpoint the family’s location and told the family to stay in that spot because the dispatcher had a lock on the GPS coordinates. “Anytime the caller would move around the dispatcher lost the connection with the caller,” said Central Dispatch Director Phyllis Fuller. “The dispatcher used his CAD (computer aided dispatch) map to plot the GPS coordinates and was able to see exactly where the caller was. The other dispatchers working then contacted the Barry County Sheriff’s Department and the Michigan State Police to respond to the area and assist the lost family,” Fuller said. Help arrived in the area at 10:17 p.m. The deputy and trooper sounded their sirens and turned on their spotlights to help guide the family out of the woods, she said. “The deputy entered the area of the lost subjects from the north on the McDonald Lake Trail and the trooper came in from the south where the caller had parked his car...” “The family initially could only hear the siren and could not see the lights so the dispatcher instructed the caller to start walking towards the siren. The family was not on the trail so they had to start walking through the woods. “As they walked through the woods towards the sound of the siren, they finally started to see the lights from the patrol car. The dispatcher could also hear the sound of the siren through the caller’s cell phone,” Fuller said. The family walked through the woods for about five minutes and finally found the trail and saw the welcome sight of the trooper, walking toward them on the trail with a flashlight, she said. The family was uninjured. “If not for the ability of the 9-1-1 dispatcher to use a CAD map to plot GPS coordinates, the responding officers would not have known where to start searching for the family. Due to the professionalism and training of the dispatchers the family was located quickly and the outcome was positive,” Fuller said. 77545243 To the Qualified Electors of BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A REGULAR ELECTION WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN ON TUESDAY, MAY 4, 2010 The polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Voting Precincts – Barry County, MI ASSYRIA TWP. 8094 Tasker Rd, Bellevue Assyria Township Hall CASTLETON TWP 915 Reed St, Nashville Castleton Township Hall JOHNSTOWN TWP 13641 S M37 Hwy, Dowling Johnstown Township Hall RUTLAND CHARTER TWP 2461 Heath Rd, Hastings Rutland Charter Twp Hall WOODLAND TWP 156 S Main St, Woodland Woodland Township Hall BALTIMORE TWP. 3100 E. Dowling Rd, Hastings Baltimore Township Hall HASTINGS CHARTER TWP 885 River Rd, Hastings Hastings Charter Twp Hall MAPLE GROVE TWP 721 Durkee St, Nashville Maple Grove Twp. Hall THORNAPPLE TWP PRECINCT 1 128 High St, Middleville Thornapple Twp Emergency Services YANKEE SPRINGS TWP PRECINCT 1 284 N Briggs Rd, Middleville Yankee Springs Twp Hall BARRY TWP PRECINCT 1 Kellogg School Rd, Hickory Corners Fire Station HOPE TWP 5463 S M43 Hwy, Hastings Hope Township Hall ORANGEVILLE TWP PRECINCT 1A & 1B 7350 Lindsey Rd, Plainwell Orangeville Township Hall THORNAPPLE TWP PRECINCT 2 200 E Main, Middleville Thornapple Township Hall YANKEE SPRINGS TWP PRECINCT 2 1425 S Payne Lake Rd Wayland MI 49348 PRAIRIEVILLE TWP PRECINCT 1 10155 S Norris Rd, Delton Prairieville Township Hall THORNAPPLE TWP PRECINCT 3 100 E Main, Middleville Middleville Village Hall CITY OF HASTINGS WARDS 1, 2, 3, & 4 232 W Grand St, Hastings Hastings Middle School BARRY TWP PRECINCT 2 155 E Orchard St, Delton Barry Township Hall CARLTON TWP 85 Welcome Rd, Hastings Carlton Township Hall IRVING TWP PRECINCT 1 209 State St, Freeport Freeport Community Center PRAIRIEVILLE TWP PRECINCT 2 11351 Lindsay Rd, Plainwell Pine Lake Fire Department IRVING TWP PRECINCT 2 3425 Wing Rd, Hastings Irving Township Hall Electors who wish to receive an Absentee Voter ballot for the election by mail may submit an AV application by 2:00 p.m. on May 1, 2010. Electors qualified to obtain an Absentee Voter Ballot for the election may vote in person in the Township/City Clerk’s office up to 4:00 p.m. on May 4, 2010. DEBORAH S. MASSIMINO Assyria Township Clerk 7475 Cox Rd, Bellevue MI 49021 Phone: 269-758-4003 PENELOPE YPMA Baltimore Township Clerk 3100 E Dowling Rd Hastings MI 49058 Phone: 269-721-3402 Office Phone: 269-945-3228 Home DEBRA KNIGHT Barry Township Clerk 155 E Orchard St. P O Box 705 Delton MI 49046 Phone 269-623-5171 MICHELLE ERB Carlton Township Clerk 85 Welcome Rd, Hastings MI 49058 Phone: 269-945-5990 LINDA EDDY-HOUGH Hope Township Clerk 5463 S M43 Hwy Hastings MI 49058 Phone: 269-948-2464 SUSAN K BUTLER Maple Grove Township Clerk 9752 Evart Rd, Nashville MI 49073 Phone: 517-852-1859 ROBIN HAWTHORNE Rutland Charter Township Clerk 2461 Heath Rd, Hastings MI 49058 Phone: 269-948-2194 JANICE C LIPPERT Yankee Springs Twp Clerk 284 N Briggs Rd Middleville MI 49333 Phone: 269-795-9091 LORNA WILSON Castleton Township Clerk 915 Reed St, Nashville MI 49073 Phone: 517-852-9479 CAROL ERGANG Irving Township Clerk 3241 Wood School Rd Middleville MI 49333 Phone: 296-948-8893 JENNIFER GOY Orangeville Township Clerk 7350 Lindsey Rd Plainwell MI 49080 Phone: 269-664-4522 SUSAN VLIETSTRA Thornapple Township Clerk 200 E Main, Middleville MI 49333 Phone: 269-795-7202 THOMAS EMERY Hastings City Clerk 201 E State St, Hastings MI 49058 Phone: 269-945-2468 JUNE DOSTER Johnstown Township Clerk 1815 Lacey Rd, Dowling MI 49050 Phone: 269-721-9905 JILL OWENS Prairieville Township Clerk 10115 S Norris Rd, Delton MI 49046 Phone: 269-623-2664 BONNIE L CRUTTENDEN Hastings Charter Twp Clerk 885 River Rd, Hastings MI 49058 Phone: 269-948-9690 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the several school districts as listed below will be electing members of the appropriate Board of Education: Bellevue Community Schools Caledonia Community Schools Delton Kellogg Schools Gull Lake Community Schools Hastings Area School System Martin Public Schools Pennfield Schools Plainwell Community Schools Thornapple Kellogg Schools Wayland Union Schools two (2) members for four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 one (1) member for a partial term expiring June 30, 2013 two (2) members for four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 one (1) member for a four (4) year term expiring June 30, 2014 one (1) member for a partial term expiring June 30, 2012 two (2) members for four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 one (1) member for a partial term expiring June 30, 2013 two (2) members for four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 two (2) members for four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 one (1) member for a four (4) year term expiring June 30, 2014 two (2) members for four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 two (2) members for four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 two (2) members for four (4) year terms expiring June 30, 2014 THE FOLLOWING PROPOSAL will appear on all ballots in Barry County: CHERYL ALLEN Woodland Township Clerk 156 S Main, Woodland MI 48897 Phone: 269-367-4915 Office Phone: 269-367-4094 Home QUALIFICATIONS TO VOTE Citizen of the United States At least 18 years of age on or before May 4, 2010 Resident of Michigan and the township/city where you are registered to vote. *************************************** Persons with special needs, as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act, should contact the City or Township Clerk. Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired may place a call through the Michigan Relay Center TDD#1-800-649-3777. YOU MUST BE REGISTERED TO QUALIFY AS A VOTER! Pamela A. Jarvis, Barry County Clerk BARRY COUNTY TREASURER’S CERTIFICATE I, Susan VandeCar, Treasurer of Barry County, Michigan, hereby certify that as of FEBRUARY 17, 2010 the record of this office indicate that the total of all voted increases over and above the tax limitation established by the Constitution of Michigan, in any local units of government affecting the taxable property located in County of Barry is as follows: By Barry County: Comm On Aging Thornapple Manor Transit By Assyria Township: NONE By Baltimore Township: Library .30 mills 2010-2012 By Barry Township: Fire Police 2.00 mills 2010-2011 2.00 mills 2010-2011 By Carlton Township: Fire Library 1.50 mills 2010-2011 .50 mills 2010-2016 By Castleton Township: Fire EMS Ems Med .50 mills 2010-2012 .20 mills 2010-2012 1.00 mills 2010-2012 By Hastings Charter Twp: Library 1.60 mills 2010-2018 By Hope Township: Road Fire/Cemetery 1.00 mills 2010-2011 1.00 mills 2010-2011 THE FURTHER PURPOSE of the Election is to vote on the following millage propositions as presented by several school districts as listed below: CALEDONIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS OPERATING MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSAL EXEMPTING PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE AND OTHER PROPERTY EXEMPTED BY LAW 18 MILLS FOR 5 YEARS Full text of the ballot proposal may be obtained at the administrative offices of Caledonia Community Schools, 9753 Duncan Lake Road, Caledonia, Michigan 49316, telephone: (616) 891-8185. By Irving Township: Fire Library 1.50 mills 2010-2012 .50 mills 2010-2016 By Johnstown Township: Library .30 mills 2010-2012 By Maple Grove Township: EMS Dust Rd Library Fire/Amb 1.00 mills 1.00 mills .50 mills 1.00 mills DELTON KELLOGG SCHOOLS OPERATING MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSAL EXEMPTING PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE AND OTHER PROPERTY EXEMPTED BY LAW 18 MILLS FOR THE YEAR 2010 Full text of the ballot proposal may be obtained at the administrative offices of Delton Kellogg Schools, 327 North Grove Street, Delton, Michigan 49046, telephone: 269-623-9246. By Orangeville Township: Road 1.50 mills 2010-2012 By Prairieville Township: Road Police Fire Added Fire .9087 mills 2010-2012 .8174 mills 2010-2012 .8174 mills 2010-2012 .50 mills 2010-2012 By Rutland Charter Twp: Library Fire 1.60 mills 2010-2018 1.50 mills 2010 By Thornapple Township: Emer Ser Fac Emer Service 1.4168 mills 2010 1.50 mills 2010-2011 By Woodland Township: Fire/Cemetery 2.00 mills 2010-2012 By Yankee Springs Twp: Fire COUNTY OF BARRY MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSITION .2259 MILL FOR OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF CHARLTON PARK Full text of the ballot proposal may be obtained at the County Clerk’s Office or Office of the Administrator of Barry County, 220 W. State St., Hastings, MI 49058. Telephone: 269-945-1285 or 269-945-1284. Festivities for the 123rd Hastings High School Alumni Banquet, being held Saturday, May 29, begin with a punch bowl reception at 4:30 p.m. in the high school cafeteria, followed by the banquet and program at 5:30 p.m. The banquet is for all who attended Hastings High School and their guests and recognizes the 20th, 25th, 30th, 35th, 40th, 45th, 55th, 60th, 65th and 70th anniversary years, with special recognition to the 50th anniversary class of 1960. Tickets for the banquet can be purchased at Bosley Pharmacy, 118 S. Jefferson, 9453429, or by contacting Donna Brown at 9482790. Tickets are $13 per person in advance and $15 at the door. Brown also may be contacted for further banquet information. JOHNSTOWN TOWNSHIP MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSITION 1 MILL FOR FIRE PROTECTION Full text of the ballot proposal may be obtained by contacting June Doster, Johnstown Township Clerk, 1815 Lacey Rd, Dowling MI 49050. Telephone 269-721-9905. J-Ad Graphics PRINTING PLUS North of Hastings on M-43 in adults rather than children and usually last less than two months. The disease is diagnosed by its symptoms and a blood test. Although some people may need to be hospitalized in severe cases, there are no special treatments for the disease. Doctors recommend rest, adequate nutrition and fluids. Most people who contract hepatitis A feel sick for several months, but usually recover with no lasting liver damage. However, the disease can cause liver failure and death, most commonly in people over 50 years of age or those with other liver diseases. The best way to prevent hepatitis A is to be vaccinated. Frequent hand washing with soap and water — particularly after using the bathroom, changing a diaper or before preparing or eating food also helps prevent the spread of the disease. Once a person has had hepatitis A and recovers, he or she can not get it again or spread it to others. – NOTICE – Hastings High School Alumni Banquet tickets available Bring your special event photos to us for quality, professional processing. their child’s medical records to determine whether they have been vaccinated. According to the CDC, the contagious liver disease is caused by the hepatitis A virus. It can range in severity from a mild illness lasting a few weeks to a severe illness lasting several months. It is spread when a person ingests fecal matter — even a microscopic amount through contact with objects, food or drinks contaminated by the feces of an infected person. This occurs when a person does not wash his or her hands properly after using the bathroom and then touches food or other objects; when a caregivers does not wash his or her hands properly after cleaning up or changing the diaper of an infected person. It also can be spread through certain forms of sexual contact or contaminated food or water. Symptoms of hepatitis A usually appear two to six weeks after exposure and may include fever, fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, claycolored bowel movements, joint pain and jaundice. Symptoms are more likely to occur THE FOLLOWING PROPOSALS will appear on the ballots for Johnstown Township, Barry County: JOHNSTOWN TOWNSHIP MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSITION .5 MILL FOR ROAD IMPROVEMENT Full text of the ballot proposal may be obtained by contacting June Doster, Johnstown Township Clerk, 1815 Lacey Rd, Dowling MI 49050. Telephone 269-721-9905. GULL LAKE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS OPERATING MILLAGE PROPOSAL EXEMPTING PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE AND OTHER PROPERTY EXEMPTED BY LAW 3.25 MILLS FOR 4 YEARS FOR HEADLEE RESTORATION PURPOSES, IF NECESSARY Full text of the ballot proposal may be obtained at the administrative offices of Gull Lake Community Schools, 11775 East D Avenue, Richland, Michigan 49083, telephone: (269) 488-5000. An application for an absent voter ballot may be applied for any time before 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 1, 2010. Please contact your Township or City Clerk for further information. Date: February 17, 2010 .50 mills 2008-2014 .21 mills 2008-2025 .25 mills 2008-2014 2010-2012 2010-2011 2010-2011 2010-2011 .50 mills 2010 Susan VandeCar, Barry County Treasurer �Page 12 — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark C Penord, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 6, 2007, and recorded on February 9, 2007 in instrument 1176231, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York, as Trustee for the holders of the Certificates, First Horizon Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series FH07FA2, by First Horizon Home Loans, a division of First Tennessee Bank National Association, Master Servicer, in its capacity as agent for the Trustee under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred One Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Three And 65/100 Dollars ($101,983.65), including interest at 8.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 49 1/2 feet of Lot 638 and the East 3 1/2 feet of Lot 637 of the Village, now City, Hastings according to the plat thereof recorded in Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545202 File #320793F01 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Kevin J. Tava and Jeannie Tava, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS), Mortgagee, dated the 8th day of March, 2005 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 23rd day of August, 2005 in Liber Instrument No. 1143105 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty Eight Thousand Three Hundred Seventy Six & 61/100 ($128376.61), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 13th day of May, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 10.250% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: LOT 10, MARKET STREET PLAT, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 5, PAGE 89 OF PLATS, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 4/15/2010 THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77545086 DLN Tava NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on November 1, 2005, by Karen A. Hawthorne, a single woman, as Mortgagor, to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, and which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on November 17, 2005, in Instrument No. 1156378 [the “Mortgage”], on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of Eighty Five Thousand Five Hundred Eighty Eight and 53/100 Dollars ($85,588.53), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 29, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in the County of Barry, and State of Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence South 16 rods for the place of beginning; thence East 10 rods; thence South 16 rods; thence West 10 rods; thence North 16 rods to the place of beginning, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan; also the right of ingress and egress over the following described property: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence East 10 rods for the place of beginning; thence South 32 rods; thence East 3 rods; thence North 32 rods; thence West 3 rods to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 1795 West Pifer Road, Delton, Michigan. Mortgagee has taken steps to have the property described herein determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241. Therefore, the length of the redemption period will be one (1) month from the date of the sale, unless steps set forth in the statute are taken to challenge the abandonment. Dated: April 1, 2010 MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 77544677 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 FORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Gary L. Vandenberg and Joy R. Vandenberg, husband and wife of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. dated the 19th day of January, A.D. 2006, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 7th day of February, A.D. 2006, in Instrument #1159863 of Barry Records, which said mortgage was assigned to US Bank National Association ND, thru mesne assignments, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $127,715.95 (one hundred twenty-seven thousand seven hundred fifteen and 95/100) plus accrued interest at 6.5% (six point five) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 20th day of May, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Hope, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Township of Hope, County of Barry, Michigan: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 4, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Beginning at the East 1/4 corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 16 minutes 52 seconds West 495.00 feet along the East line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 88 degrees 59 minutes 42 seconds West 443.98 feet parallel with the North line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 18 minutes 04 seconds East 495.00 feet along the East line of the West 880 feet of said Northeast 1/4, Southeast 1/4; thence South 88 degrees 59 minutes 42 seconds East 443.81 feet along the North line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning. Commonly known as: 4055 Anders Road Tax ID No. 07-004-002-50 The redemption period shall be one year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 06713501 WWR# 10033003 Reach over 4,000 area homes with an ad in the Maple Valley News. Call 269-945-9554 to place your ad. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Amy K Rogers, and Everett D Rogers, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated June 8, 2007, and recorded on June 18, 2007 in instrument 1181844, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Two And 87/100 Dollars ($87,942.87), including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel in the East 100 acres of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 12, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, described as: Beginning 145 feet East of the Southwest corner of said 100 acres; thence North 355 feet; thence East 223 feet; thence South to Highway; thence West to beginning. This Deed is given pursuant to a land contract between the parties dated January 26, 1998 grantors do not warrant any acts or omissions of grantees since the date of said land contract, subject to easements, reservation, restrictions and limitations of record, if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544718 File #312689F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF BARRY CASE NO. 10-43-CH HON. JAMES H. FISHER FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. HOWARD E. GILLESPIE and KATHLEEN NEWMAN, n/k/a KATHLEEN TULLIS, a married woman, Defendants. / KELLI L. BAKER (P49960) ROBERT J. SHEFFERLY (P67477) Attorney for Plaintiff 333 Bridge St. NW, Ste. 530 Grand Rapids, MI 49504 616-752-4600 / ORDER OF NOTICE OF ACTION AND ALTERNATIVE SERVICE At a session of said court held in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan ON: Mar. 26, 2010 PRESENT: Hon. James H. Fisher Circuit Court Judge Upon reading and filing the attached Ex Parte Verified Motion for Alternative Service, and the Court being fully advised in the premises, that Plaintiff, Federal National Mortgage Association, filed a Summons and Complaint against Defendant, Howard E. Gillespie, on January 28, 2010 with the Barry County Circuit Court of the State of Michigan, Case No. 10-43-CH. IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that service of process upon Defendant Howard E. Gillespie cannot reasonably be made as provided in MCR 2.105. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that Defendant Howard E. Gillespie shall be notified of the Summons and Complaint in the above captioned matter, by: 1. Posting or leaving the Summons, copy of the Complaint and this Order at 6239 Oakwood Dr., Delton, MI 49046 for Defendant Howard E. Gillespie; 2. Sending the Summons, copy of the Complaint and this Order to 6239 Oakwood Dr., Delton, MI 49046 by first class U.S. mail for Defendant Howard E. Gillespie; 3. Serve process on Defendant Howard E. Gillespie by publishing a notice once each week for a period of three consecutive weeks in the Hastings Banner, as defined in MCR 2.106(F), that is published in Barry County, the county in which this action is pending. 4. Serve process on Defendant Howard E. Gillespie by posting the Summons, a copy of the complain and this Order in the courthouse and two other public places in Barry County for a period of three consecutive weeks; 5. Any other method the Court finds reasonably calculated to give Defendant Howard E. Gillespie actual notice of the lawsuit. Upon completion of the service as provided in this Order, Defendant Howard E. Gillespie must take action to answer or otherwise respond to the Complaint within twenty-eight (28) days after the last date of publication by filing a written answer with the Barry County Circuit Court of the State of Michigan at 220 West State St., Hastings, MI 49058, and by serving a copy of the answer on Plaintiff’s counsel at 333 Bridge Street, N.W., Suite 530, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504. Should Defendant Howard E. Gillespie fail to answer or otherwise defend this action within twenty-eight (28) days of service, the Court may enter a default and default judgment in Plaintiff’s favor and against defendant Howard E. Gillespie. 77544966 HON. JAMES H. FISHER Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gregory A Olmstead a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 2, 2007, and recorded on July 26, 2007 in instrument 200707260000168, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety And 12/100 Dollars ($119,890.12), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 27, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South 300 feet along the East line of said Section 27; thence West 300 feet parallel with the North line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 Section 27; thence North 300 feet to said North line; thence East, 300 feet along said North line to the point of begining, subject to an easment for public highway purposes over the Easterly 33 feet thereof for Guy Road and any other easments or restricitions of records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544645 File #300983F01 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Bradley Ashcraft and Amy Ashcraft, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc (MERS), Mortgagee, dated the 17th day of August, 2006 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 28th day of August, 2006 in Liber Instrument No. 200608280010894 (Old Doc Ref No: 1169162) of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to Wachovia Mortgage Corporation fka Wachovia Mortgage FBS on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Two Hundred Thirty Three Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy Six & 03/100 ($233,876.03), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 29th day of April, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 8.7900% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Rutland, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTH AND SOUTH 1/4 LINE OF SECTION 26 TOWN 3 NORTH RANGE 9 WEST, RUTLAND TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DISTANT NORTH 00 DEGREES 13' 30" WEST, 1539.67 FEET FROM THE SOUTH 1/4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION 26; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 13’ 30" WEST, 81.01 FEET ALONG SAID NORTH AND SOUTH 1/4 LINE; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 49' 47" EAST, 1257.16 (RECORDED AS 1007.12 FEET) TO THE CENTERLINE OF TANNER LAKE ROAD; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 53' 29" WEST, 81.81 FEET ALONG SAID CENTERLINE; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 51' 55" WEST, 1255.57 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO AN EASEMENT FOR PUBLIC HIGHWAY PURPOSES FOR TANNER LAKE ROAD, AND ANY OTHER EASEMENTS OR RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD. ALSO, THE SOUTH 14 RODS OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 26, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST; EXCEPT THAT PORTION LYING EAST OF THE CENTERLINE OF TANNER LAKE ROAD. During the twelve (12) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 4/1/2010 Wachovia Mortgage Corporation fka Wachovia Mortgage FBS Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Wachovia Mortgage Corporation fka Wachovia Mortgage FBS 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77544563 Wachovia Ashcraft STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE No. 2010 25545 DE Estate of Merlin M. Hart. Date of birth: 8/21/1935. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Merlin Milford Hart, who lived at 15700 Waubascon Road, Battle Creek, Michigan died 1/25/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Marian M. Hart, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: April 14, 2010 Robert L. Humbarger P-23099 3 Heritage Oak Lane Battle Creek, MI 49015 (269) 970-3990 Marian M. Hart 15700 Waubascon Road Battle Creek, MI 49017 77545273 (269) 968-3199 STATE OF MICHIGAN JUDICIAL DISTRICT 5TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY PROBATE ORDER REGARDING ALTERNATIVE SERVICE CASE NO. 10-161-DO Court address: 220 W. STATE STREET, HASTINGS, MI 49058 Court Telephone No.: (269) 945-1286 Plaintiff’s MICHAEL H. BOLO 990 S. CHARLTON PARK ROAD HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 945-9353 Plaintiff DAVID M. KOONS (P39300) 214 N. BROADWAY HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 948-9407 v Defendant’s JIAN XIN BOLO ADDRESS UNKNOWN In the matter of COMPLAINT FOR DIVORCE. THE COURT FINDS: 1. Service of process upon the defendant JIAN XIN BOLO, cannot reasonably be made as provided in MCR 2.105, and service of process may be made in a manner that is reasonably calculated to give the defendant actual notice of the proceedings and an opportunity to be heard. IT IS ORDERED: 2. Service of the summons and complaint and a copy of this order may be made by the following method(s). b. Tacking or firmly affixing to the door at THE BARRY COUNTY COURTHOUSE FOR 3 CONSECUTIVE WEEKS. d. Other: PUBLISHING IN THE HASTINGS BANNER LOCATED IN HASTINGS, MI FOR 3 CONSECUTIVE WEEKS. For each method used, proof of service must be filed promptly with the court. Date: 4/6/10 Judge James H. Fisher You are being sued in this court by the plaintiff for Divorce. You must file your answer or take other action permitted by law at the Barry County Clerk’s Office, 220 State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 within 28 days of publication. If you fail to do so, a default judgement may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint filed in this 77545101 case. NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on September 27, 2006, by CARRIE B. CARR, f/k/a Carrie B. Johnson, f/k/a Carrie B. Warner, a single woman, DARRELL L. CARR, a married man, and VICTORIA B. CARR, a married woman (Joint Tenants), as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on October 3, 2006, in Instrument No. 1170909, and a certain Mortgage executed on September 27, 2006, by CARRIE B. CARR, f/k/a Carrie B. Johnson, f/k/a Carrie B. Warner, a single woman, DARRELL L. CARR, a married man, and VICTORIA B. CARR, a married woman (Joint Tenants); as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on October 3, 2006, in Instrument No. 1170911 (collectively the “Mortgage”), on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of Eighty Nine Thousand Five Hundred Ninety Two and 51/100 Dollars ($89,592.51), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, April 29, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: ALL THAT PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, LYING NORTH AND EASTERLY OF THE HIGHWAY. ALSO COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, THENCE NORTH 2 RODS; THENCE WEST TO THE CENTER OF HIGHWAY; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE CENTER OF THE HIGHWAY TO THE EAST AND WEST 1/4 LINE OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE EAST ON THE 1/4 LINE TO THE BEGINNING, CITY OF HASTINGS. Commonly known as 1235 E. Mill St., Hastings, Michigan. Mortgagee has taken steps to have the property described herein determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241. Therefore, the length of the redemption period will be one (1) month from the date of the sale, unless steps set forth in the statute are taken to challenge the abandonment. Dated: April 1, 2010 MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 77544682 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sherry L Washburn, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 19, 2006, and recorded on April 27, 2006 in instrument 1163677, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy Thousand One Hundred TwentySix And 48/100 Dollars ($170,126.48), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 8 of Boulder Creek Estates according to the Plat thereof recorded in Liber 6 of Plats, page 23 of Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544935 File #282778F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Donald Bruce Goodenough, an unmarried person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 25, 2005, and recorded on August 12, 2005 in instrument 1151056, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Eight Hundred Forty And 29/100 Dollars ($120,840.29), including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1149 of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, County of Barry, State of Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544946 File #314262F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on March 14, 2008 by Warren A. Kidder, as Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on March 20, 2008 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 20080320-0003152. The Mortgage was modified by a Note/Mortgage Modification Agreement dated November 28, 2008 and recorded in Instrument Number 20081203-0011514 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Forty Five Thousand Four Hundred Sixty and 84/100 Dollars ($45,460.84), including interest at 7% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, May 27, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Orangeville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, said point lies approximately 29.2 feet South and 11.2 feet east of the Southeast corner of Allen’s Acres, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 58 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan; thence North 89 degrees 15' 25" West, 1307.88 feet along the South line of said Section 34; thence South 00 degrees 15' 56" West 431.28 feet along the West line of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, to the true place of beginning; thence continuing South 00 degrees 15' 56" West, 708.84 feet; thence South 89 degrees 22' 19" East, along the South line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, 518.89 feet to the centerline of Norris Road; thence North 12 degrees 38' 20" East, along said centerline, 655.74 feet; thence North 10 degrees 26' 58" East, along said centerline 19.63 feet; thence North 89 degrees 11' 18" West, 170.93 feet; thence North 01 degrees 54' 39" East, 46.57 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15' 25" West, 493.30 feet to the place of beginning. Together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land described as commencing at said Southeast corner of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North 89 degrees 15' 25" West, along the South line of said Section 34, 864.22 feet; thence South 01 degrees 31' 11" West, 229.64 feet; thence South 87 degrees 54' 33" East 62.19 feet; thence South 01 degrees 54' 39" West, 57.86 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing South 01 degrees 54’ 29” West, 175.38 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15’ 25” West 15.00 feet; thence North 01 degrees 54’ 39” East, 160.38 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15’ 25” West 112.70 feet; thence North 01 degrees 54’ 39” East, 15.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 15' 25" East 127.81 feet to the place of beginning. Also together with and subject to the rights of the public over the Easterly 33 feet thereof as used for Norris Road. More commonly known as 4160 Norris Road, Delton, Michigan The redemption period shall be one year from the date of the sale unless the property is deemed abandoned under MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty days from the date of sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank Dated: April 20, 2010 By: /s/ Rachel J. Foster Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 06713499 269-226-2982 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rhonda S Alvarado, an unmarried woman, and Todd Mackie, an unmarried man as joint tenants with full rights of survivorship, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 6, 2002, and recorded on September 10, 2002 in instrument 1087213, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Forty-Three And 78/100 Dollars ($144,043.78), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: Lot 37 and 47, Eagle Point No. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 16. Also: Commencing at the South-West Corner of Lot 37 of the Plat of Eagle Point No. 2; running thence South 15 feet; thence East 91 feet; thence North 15 feet; thence West along the South line of said Lot 37 to place of beginning. Also: Commencing at the South-West corner of Lot 47 of the plat of Eagle Point No. 2; running thence South 15 feet; thence East 60 feet; thence North 15 feet to the Southeast corner of said Lot 47; thence West along the South line of said Lot 47 to place of beginning. Also: Beginning at the North-East corner of Lot 47; running thence East 20 feet; thence South 4 degrees West 65 feet; thence West 20 feet; thence North 4 degrees east along the East line of said Lot 47, 65 feet to the place of beginning. Also Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 37 of the plat of Eagle Point No. 2; thence South 15 feet for place of beginning thence South 5 feet; thence East 91 feet; thence North 5 feet; thence West to the place of beginning. Also: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 47 of the plat of Eagle Point No. 2; thence South 15 feet for the place of beginning thence South 5 feet; thence East 80 feet; thence North 5 feet; thence West 80 feet to the place of beginning. Also, granting a non-exclusive easement for Right-of-Way over a strip of land 5 feet North and South by 20 feet East and West, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 304, Page 65 of Deeds. Parcel 2; Also that part of Lot 36 of the Plat of Eagle Point No. 2, according to the recorded put thereof in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 16 lying between Lot 37 of Eagle Point No.2 and Jordan Lake, described as Beginning at the Southwest corner of Lot 37 of said Eagle Point No. 2; thence Westerly along the Westerly projection of the Southerly line of said Lot 37 to the shore of Jordan Lake; thence Northerly along said shore to its intersection with the Westerly projection of the Northerly line of said Lot 37 of Eagle Point No, 2; thence Easterly to the Northwest corner of said Lot 37 of Eagle Point No. 2; thence Southerly along the Westerly line of said Lot 37, the same being the Easterly line of said Lot 36, to the place of beginning. `The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545220 File #320804F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Leslie J. Pollyea Aka Leslie Pollyea and Angeleana V. Smith Aka Angelena Smith, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 3580 SOUTH SHORE DRIVE, DELTON, MI 49046 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-5397400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Leslie J. Pollyea Aka Leslie Pollyea and Angeleana V. Smith Aka Angelena Smith also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738 (Tel). Pub Date: April 22, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 06713507 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Cathie L. Davis and Mickey Davis, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., Mortgagee, dated August 12, 2004, and recorded on August 23, 2004 in instrument 1132773, and modified by agreement dated March 10, 2005, and recorded on May 16, 2006 in instrument 1146528, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York as trustee for the certificate holders CWALT, Inc., alternative loan trust 2005-21CB mortgage pass through certificates series 2005-21CB as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Six Thousand Eight Hundred Forty-One And 07/100 Dollars ($196,841.07), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel B: That Part Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan, Described As: Commencing At The East 1/4 Corner Of Said Section; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 821.21 Feet Along The North Line Of Said Southeast 1/4 To The Place Of Beginning; Thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 40 seconds West 373.00 Feet; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 247.00 Feet; Thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 40 seconds East 373.00 Feet; Thence South 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds East 247.00 Feet Along Said North Line To The Place Of Beginning. Parcel Is Subject To And Together With An Easement For Ingress, Egress And Utility Purposes As Described In The Easement Description. Easement Description: Subject To And Together With An Nonexclusive Easement Over The Following Described Strip Of Land For Ingress To And-Egress From The Land Conveyed And For The Installation, Operation And Maintenance Of Overhead And/Or Underground Public Utility Facilities. Which Easement Includes The Right To Trim, Cut Down, Remove Or Otherwise Control Any Trees And Brush Now Or Hereafter Growing Within Said Strip: That Part Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan, Described As; Commencing At The East 1/4 Corner Of Said Section; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 821.21 Feet Along The North Line Of Said Southeast 1/4; Thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 40 seconds West 373.00 Feet To The Place Of Beginning Of The Centerline Of A 66 Foot Wide Strip Of Land; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 247.00 Feet Reference Point A; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 253.00 Feet To The West Line Of The East 1/2 Of Said Southeast 1/4 And The Place Of Ending Of The Centerline Of Said 66 Foot Wide Easement. Also Over A 50 Foot Radius Circle, The Radius Point Of Which Is The Above Described Reference Point A. At Such Time That The Street May Be Extended Beyond The Turnaround That Is Proposed To Be Built, Then The 50 Foot Radius Easement Shall Automatically Be Terminated And Only The 66 Foot Easement Shall In Force. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #313041F01 77544922 STATE OF MICHIGAN COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Trust In the Matter of Elenor I. Haven Trust u/t/a dated December 10, 1997 . Date of Birth: August 1, 1922 TO ALL CREDITORS: * NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Elenor I. Haven, who lived at 205 E. North Street Hastings, Michigan died April 14, 2010 leaving the above Trust entitled "Elenor I. Haven Trust" in full force and effect. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the decedent or against the Trust will be forever barred unless presented to Rodney L. Boyes within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. April 19, 2010 Stephanie S. Fekkes P43549 150 W. Court Street Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-1921 Rodney L. Boyes 4047 Somerset Ridge Birmingham, AL 35242 06713399 (205) 995-2154 STATE OF MICHIGAN 56B JUDICIAL DISTRICT SUMMONS Landlord-Tenant/Land Contract CASE NO. 10-0542 SP Land contract forfeiture Court Address 206 WEST COURT STREET, SUITE 202, HASTINGS, MI 49058 Court Telephone No. (269) 945-1404 Plaintiff THE RAYMOND F. VILLAIRE TRUST, MICHAEL VILLAIRE, TRUSTEE 2041 E. SQUARE LAKE RD., SUITE 100 TROY, MI 48085 (248) 644-3600 Plaintiff’s attorney NEAL J. BARNETT P-42777 2041 E. SQUARE LAKE RD., SUITE 100 TROY, MI 48085 (248) 644-3600 v Defendant’s LEONARD GRAFF 8249 GUERNSEY LAKE RD. DELTON, MI 49046 (LAST KNOWN ADDRESS, NO KNOWN CURRENT ADDRESS) NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANT: In the name of the people of the State of Michigan you are notified: 1. The plaintiff has filed a complaint against you and wants to recover possession, after land contract forfeiture, of 5372 Guernsey Lake Rd., Delton, MI 49046. 2. You are summoned to be in the district court on WEDNESDAY, MAY 26, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. at the address above. 3. You have the right to a jury trial. If you do not demand a jury trial and pay the required jury fee in your first defense response, you will lose this right. 4. If you are in district court on time, you will have an opportunity to give the reasons why you feel you should not be evicted. Bring witnesses, receipts, and other necessary papers with you. 5. If you are not in district court on time, you may be evicted without a trial and a money judgment may be entered against you. Dated issued: 03-29-10 KATHY HOLMAN, Court Clerk By: Cindy White 06713515 STATE OF MICHIGAN 56B JUDICIAL DISTRICT COMPLAINT FOR POSSESSION AFTER LAND CONTRACT FORFEITURE CASE NO. 10-0542SP Land contract forfeiture Court Address 206 WEST COURT STREET, SUITE 202, HASTINGS, MI 49058 Court Telephone No. (269) 945-1404 Plaintiff THE RAYMOND F. VILLAIRE TRUST, MICHAEL VILLAIRE, TRUSTEE 2041 E. SQUARE LAKE RD., SUITE 100 TROY, MI 48085 (248) 644-3600 Plaintiff’s attorney NEAL J. BARNETT P-42777 2041 E. SQUARE LAKE RD., SUITE 100 TROY, MI 48085 (248) 644-3600 v Defendant’s LEONARD GRAFF 8249 GUERNSEY LAKE RD. DELTON, MI 49046 (LAST KNOWN ADDRESS, NO KNOWN CURRENT ADDRESS) The plaintiff states: 1. Attached to this complaint is a copy of the land contract and a copy of the forfeiture notice showing when and how it was served. 2. The plaintiff is the seller and the defendant is the purchaser in a certain land contract described in the attached forfeiture notice and is in possession of the land described in the notice. 3. The plaintiff has a right to recover possession of the property for: Nonpayment of money required to be paid under the contract: a. Original selling price $50,000.00. b. Principal balance due $40,000.00. c. Total amount in arrears $44,048.00. d. Last payment 10/15/2008. e. Interest at 7% paid to 10/15/2008. Material breach of contract in violation of the terms of the contract as follows: THE PARTIES ENTERED INTO A FIVE YEAR LAND CONTRACT ON 5/17/07. DEFENDANT HAS NOT PROVIDED PAYMENT ON THE LAND CONTRACT SINCE OCTOBER 2008. HE HAS ABANDONED THE PROPERTY AND DID NOT LEAVE A FORWARDING ADDRESS. ATTEMPTS TO CONTACT HIM HAVE BEEN UNSUCCESSFUL. 4. The land contract was forfeited in accordance with the terms of the land contract. 5. The plaintiff asks for a judgment of possession and costs and asks the court to issue an eviction order according to law. There is no other pending or resolved civil action arising out of the same transaction or occurrence alleged in this complaint. Date: Mach 24, 2010 Plaintiff/Attorney Signature 06713529 Neal J. Barnett Synopsis PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Special Meeting April 05, 2010 Supervisor J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. Present: Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Treasurer D. Newhouse, Trustee B. Miller and Trustee J. Grundy. Also present were 6 guests. Pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence for our troops. Agenda was approved as written. Minutes were presented to the Board and approved as corrected. Approved Priority Health Insurance with $1000.00 deductible per employee with Prairieville Township self insuring $750.00 of the deductible. Approved to increase budget for road expense for 2010/11 year $106,010.00 to bring total to $232,645. Resolution passed for election and receiving board. Resolution passed for ACH arrangements and electronic transactions under public act 738 of 2002. Public comments were received. Board comments received. Meeting adjourned at 2:50 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by: 77545253 Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Richard J Decker and Tammy J Decker a/k/a Tammy Decker, husband and wife to Fifth Third Bank (Western Michigan), Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007 and recorded June 29, 2007 in Instrument # 1182391 Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty Thousand Five Hundred Forty-Four Dollars and Sixty-Five Cents ($60,544.65) including interest 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 20, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdvision , being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West, 101.35 feet; thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West, 17.90 feet to the South line of Parkway Drive, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet to the place of beginning of this description, thence continuing North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 55 feet, thence South 33 degrees 24 minutes 13 seconds West 73.99 feet, thence South 56 degrees 43 minutes 58 seconds East on a Traverse Line along Gun Lake 55 feet, thence North 33 degrees 05 minutes 31 seconds East 67.68 feet to the place of beginning. Also that land which lies between said Traverse Line and Gun Lake. Also and undivided one twelfth interest on Kimberly Park, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet, thence North 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds East 103.63 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds West 35.45 feet to the place of beginning of this description, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.30 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet, thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet to the place of beginning. Also and undivided one fifteenth interest in Parkway Drive, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet to the place of beginning of this description, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West 118 feet, thence North 67 degrees 29 minutes 10 seconds West 37 feet, thence North 26 degrees 23 minutes 25 seconds East 36.32 feet, thence North 22 degrees 14 minutes 40 seconds East 22.0 feet, thence North 34 degrees 04 minutes 33 seconds East 40.00 feet, thence North 46 degrees 17 minutes 42 seconds East 41.0 feet, thence South 82 degrees 33 minutes 10 seconds East 116.0 feet, thence North 85 degrees 34 minutes 35 seconds East 70.00 feet, thence South 81 degrees 17 minutes 15 seconds East 288.7 feet to the West line of England Drive, thence South 28 degrees 29 minutes West on the West line to England Drive 36.00 feet, thence North 50 degrees 55 minutes 00 seconds West 29.88 feet, thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 38 seconds West 220.23 feet, thence North 88 degrees 03 minutes 13 seconds West 28.77 feet, thence South 65 degrees 20 minutes 13 seconds West 71.65 feet, thence South 21 degrees 23 minutes 40 seconds West 81.9 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12.20 seconds West 35.45 feet, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.30 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet; thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, thence South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet, thence North 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds East 35.45 feet, thence South 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds West 103.63 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 12015 Parkway Dr., Shelbyville MI 49344 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 4/22/2010 Fifth Third Bank (Western Michigan) Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 06713503 Our File No: 10-22332 �Page 14 — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy R. Frost and Dollene A. Frost, husband and wife, to Chase Home Finance LLC, successor by merger to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated February 25, 2003 and recorded March 11, 2003 in Instrument Number 1099206, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Eight and 71/100 Dollars ($195,238.71) including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 29, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2 of the Plat of West Beach, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 67. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 1, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.7731 ASAP# 3510598 04/01/2010, 04/08/2010, 77544640 04/15/2010, 04/22/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Keith Hoot and Tonya Hoot, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 7700 Keyes Rd, Bellevue, MI 490218214. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 19, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 19, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77545271 File # 126531F02 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has occurred in a Mortgage made Jay T. Dowdle and Laura E. Dowdle to Omni Family Credit Union nka Omni Community Credit Union dated November 1, 2004, and recorded on November 9, 2004 at Document No. 1136959 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $118,556.67. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on May 13, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East entrance, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 5.25% per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan Law. The property to be sold is described as: Located in the Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan: A parcel of land located in the NW 1/4 of S33, T1N, R7W more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the W 1/4 post of S33, T1N, R7W; thence N 89 degrees 25’ 14” E along the E and W 1/4 line of said Section 33, 852.39 feet to the point of beginning of this description; thence N 00 degrees 31’ 11” W 651.01 feet; thence N 89 degrees 25’ 14” E 470.48 feet to the W line of the E 1/2 of the NW 1/4 of said Section 33; thence S 00 degrees 32’ 34” E 651.01 feet to said E and W 1/4 line of said Section 33; thence S 89 degrees 25’ 14” W along said E and W 1/4 line of said Section 33, 470.73 feet to the point of beginning. Which has the address of: 7087 Huff Rd., Bellevue, MI 49021-8203. During the one year immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241(a), in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Dated: March 12, 2010 Omnit Community Credit Union By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) BUSINESS ADDRESS: 6146 W. Main St., Ste. C, 77545105 Kalamazoo, MI 49009 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Becky Deal and Jason R. Deal, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 721 W Madison St, Hastings, MI 490582023. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 16, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 16, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77545184 File # 189447F03 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Edwin L Kidder and Shay L Kidder, Husband and Wife to Argent Mortgage Company LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 10, 2005 and recorded October 21, 2005 in Instrument # 1154949 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned through mesne assignments to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for Argent Securities Trust 2005-W5, Asset-Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2005-W5, by assignment dated March 19, 2010 and recorded March 24, 2010 in Instrument # 201003240003077 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventeen Thousand Five Hundred Sixteen Dollars and Seventy-Five Cents ($117,516.75) including interest 9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 6, 2010 Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 9, Block 2, Kenfield's 2nd Addition to the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 37, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 727 East Clinton St., Hastings MI 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 4/08/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company , as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for Argent Securities Trust 2005W5, Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-W5, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77544972 Our File No: 10-21514 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard Gary Sunior and Debra S. Sunior, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2008, and recorded on July 2, 2008 in instrument 20080702-0006820, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Thirty And 40/100 Dollars ($134,030.40), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lots 1166 and 1167 of the City of Hastings, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544650 File #312919F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Charles R Purdum Jr and Catherine J Purdum, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1760 U Dr, Hastings, MI 49058-7765. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 16, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 16, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77545180 File # 320122F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Michael B Heers and Julie L. Heers, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 725 S Bassett Lake Rd, Middleville, MI 49333-9244. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 16, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 16, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77545187 File # 320729F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Ryan Westendorp and Abigale Westendorp, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 4995 DURKEE ROAD, WOODLAND, MI 48897 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-539-7400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Ryan Westendorp and Abigale Westendorp also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 9467432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738 (Tel). Pub Date: April 22, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77545249 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gregory Gay, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 27, 2003 and recorded March 25, 2003 in Instrument Number 1100750, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by GMAC Mortgage, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Three and 43/100 Dollars ($103,993.43) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MAY 6, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 133.00 feet of the West 328.00 feet of the North 633.00 feet of the Northwest fractional 1/4 of the Northwest fractional 1/4 of Section 3, Town 1 North, Range 9 West. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 8, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 618.2012 ASAP# 3519165 04/08/2010, 77544951 04/15/2010, 04/22/2010, 04/29/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nancy J. Jewell, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 21, 2006 and recorded February 28, 2006 in Instrument Number 1160676, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Three and 85/100 Dollars ($107,393.85) including interest at 7.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on APRIL 29, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 5, town 1 North, Range 9 West, thence South 30 rods thence West 8 rods, thence North 30 rods, thence East to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 1, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.7905 ASAP# 3510590 04/01/2010, 04/08/2010, 04/15/2010, 04/22/2010 77544635 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Theron K Carter and Pamela F Carter 5777 West Crane Road Middleville, MI 49333 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: April 22, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 362.7676 ASAP# 77545269 3534599 04/22/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David Lee LaFountaine, a Married Man and Sandra J LaFountaine, original mortgagor(s), to The Provident Bank doing business as PCFS Mortgage Resources, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2004, and recorded on July 13, 2004 in instrument 1130754, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Amortizing Residential Collateral Trust, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-1 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Three Thousand One Hundred Forty-Five And 89/100 Dollars ($223,145.89), including interest at 9.115% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 13, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North and South 1/4 line of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 985 Feet from the Center 1/4 corner of said section, and running thence North 343 Feet to the Northwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 17; thence East 250 Feet along the North 1/8 line of said Section 17; thence South 343 Feet, thence West 250 Feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545115 File #315921F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven J Vander Kam and Jeanine L Vander Kam husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fidelity Bank, Mortgagee, dated February 25, 2003, and recorded on March 19, 2003 in instrument 1100433, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Two And 74/100 Dollars ($113,392.74), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 13, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 200.00 feet of the North 605.00 feet of the West 300.00 feet of the East 382.00 feet of the Southeast 1/4, Section 19, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan; together with an easement for ingress and egress over the West 33.00 feet of the East 382.00 feet of the North 405.00 feet of said Southeast 1/4. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545110 File #298942F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Shane S. Courtney, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 28, 2006, and recorded on May 5, 2006 in instrument 1164110, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Two And 17/100 Dollars ($135,282.17), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 20: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 10, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 1400.50 feet along the North line of said Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 267.61 feet along said North line; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 251.21 feet; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 178.11 feet; thence North 30 degrees 20 minutes 04 seconds West 175.20 feet; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 58 seconds West 100.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545174 File #316040F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — Page 15 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William K. Hola, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 6, 2002, and recorded on December 18, 2002 in instrument 1094008, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand One Hundred Eighty And 35/100 Dollars ($72,180.35), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 7, Block C, Cha's H. Bauer Addition, according to the recorded Plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 57. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545208 File #293388F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William E. Bush Sr., a single man, original mortgagor(s), to B&P Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated May 13, 1998, and recorded on May 19, 1998 in instrument 1012190, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BankBoston, N.A. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-One Thousand Three Hundred Thirteen And 06/100 Dollars ($71,313.06), including interest at 9.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 9 of Culbert Plat No. 1, and a driveway easement across the East end of Lot 8 according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 19 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544655 File #305039F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeffrey Symonds, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA (the "Savings Bank") from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, acting as receiver for the Savings Bank and pursuant to its authority under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1821(d) via affidavit, Mortgagee, dated August 1, 2007, and recorded on August 6, 2007 in instrument 20070806-0000556, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Thirty-One Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty-One And 01/100 Dollars ($31,951.01), including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land 8 rods East and West by 10 rods North and South out of the Northwest corner of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 13, Township 1 North, Range 7 West, Assyria Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544888 File #313221F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by HEATHER SUE ORR and SPENCER HEATH ORR, WIFE AND HUSBAND, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated November 30, 2007, and recorded on December 13, 2007, in Document No. 20071213-0005200, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-Six Dollars and Ten Cents ($235,976.10), including interest at 7.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on April 29, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 9, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DISTANT NORTH 89 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 261.00 FEET FROM THE SOUTH 1 / 4 POST OF SECTION 9; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 499.12 FEET ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE; THENCE NORTH DOWN CENTER LINE OF HIGHWAY M-37 395.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 413.44 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 05 DEGREES 26 MINUTES 54 SECONDS EAST 395.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: March 26, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77544668 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Adam L. Miles, Unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Charter One Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 28, 2006, and recorded on October 13, 2006 in instrument 1171350, and rerecorded on March 17, 2004 in instrument 1123750, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-One Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Six And 69/100 Dollars ($81,896.69), including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 13, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 33 Feet of Lot 2 and the West 10 Feet of Lot 1 of Block 8 of Butler Addition to the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, according to the Recorded Plat thereof. Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot 1 of Block 8 of Butler's Addition to the City, Formerly Village of Hastings, Thence West 56 Feet, thence North 132 Feet, thence East 56 Feet, Thence South 132 Feet to the Place of Beginning, Being a Part of Lot 1, Block 8 of Butler's Addition to the City, Formerly Village of Hastings The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545092 File #315518F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Elvin Colon and Aurea E. Colon, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 30, 2007, and recorded on June 24, 2007 in instrument 1180939, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Two Thousand One Hundred Eighty-Four And 62/100 Dollars ($132,184.62), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Southwest corner of Section 1, Town 2 North, Range 8 West; thence North 189.50 feet; thence North 88 degrees 50 minutes East 277.50 feet; thence South 189.50 feet; thence South 88 degrees 50 minutes West 277.50 feet to the place of beginning, known as Lot "D" The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544617 File #279853F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jimmy B Rogers a/k/a Jimmi B Rogers, a Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 25, 2006, and recorded on October 17, 2006 in instrument 1171536, and rerecorded on November 15, 2006 in instrument 1172774, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Seven Hundred And 55/100 Dollars ($120,700.55), including interest at 9.8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of Lots 4 and 5 of Block 26 of Eastern Addition of the City, formerly Village of Hasting according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545196 File #310022F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Eric Van Valkenburg and Heather Van Valkenburg, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 7, 2005 and recorded October 26, 2005 in Instrument Number 1155203, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Four and 53/100 Dollars ($105,324.53) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MAY 6, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the 1/4 post of the North Section line of Section 16, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South along the center of Highway 26.50 rods for a place of beginning; thence South along the center of Highway, 23 rods; thence West 9.50 rods; thence North 23 rods; thence East 9.50 rods to the place of beginning. Subject to: Building and use restrictions and easements of record. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 8, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.4002 ASAP# 3518052 04/08/2010, 04/15/2010, 77544927 04/22/2010, 04/29/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Marie E. Timmons, a single woman and Maryann L. Timmons, a single woman, as joint tenants, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 8, 2005 and recorded July 15, 2005 in Instrument Number 1149542, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee of the Residential Asset Securitization Trust 2005-A11CB, Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2005-K under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated September 1, 2005 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Six and 22/100 Dollars ($109,946.22) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MAY 20, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 16 and 17 of Block C of Pleasant Shores, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 59. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 22, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 225.1119 ASAP# 3534393 04/22/2010, 04/29/2010, 77545264 05/06/2010, 05/13/2010 FORECLOSURE NOTICE In the event this property is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL .7cc please contact our office at (248) 844-5123. This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Russell J Ford, A Married Man and Janet K Ford, His Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc, solely as nominee for American Brokers Conduit, Mortgagee, dated February 28, 2007 and recorded March 5, 2007 in Instrument # 1177145 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned to: American Home Mortgage Servicing, Inc. by assignment of mortgage dated April 1, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Two Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-One Dollars and Sixty-Six Cents ($162,771.66) including interest 7.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 20 of Crooked Lake Summer Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 52. Commonly known as 11050 East Shore Dr., Delton MI 49046 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 4/08/2010 American Home Mortgage Servicing, Inc. Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77544977 Our File No: 10-22349 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Stephanie Walker and Bert M Walker, Wife and Husband to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Countywide Home Loans, Inc., dba America’s Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007 and recorded June 8, 2007 in Instrument # 1181438 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, by assignment dated March 23, 2010 and recorded March 25, 2010 in Instrument # 201003250003113 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Fourteen Thousand Four Hundred Nineteen Dollars and Twenty-Two Cents ($214,419.22) including interest 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 20, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 26 of West Beach, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 67, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 3151 West Shore Dr., Battle Creek MI 49017 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 4/22/2010 BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 06713505 Our File No: 10-22455 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carol A Etts, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 13, 2005, and recorded on December 15, 2005 in instrument 1157753, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank Of New York Mellon Fka The Bank Of New York As Trustee For The Certificateholders Cwabs, Inc. Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-14 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Four Thousand Nine Hundred TwentyFour And 37/100 Dollars ($64,924.37), including interest at 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 63 feet of Lot 9 of Block 6 of H.J. Kenfield's Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 9, except a strip of land 6 feet in width adjoining the street on the Northeasterly corner of said Lot The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544956 File #313991F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy P Ederer aka Timothy Ederer and Brenda L Ederer, as husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 26, 2003, and recorded on July 23, 2003 in instrument 1109195, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-One Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-Nine And 86/100 Dollars ($81,369.86), including interest at 4.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6, Bryanwood Estates, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 6 of Plats, on Page 14, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan. Also, the West 33 feet of Lot 1, except the South 72.89 feet thereof, Bryanwood Estates, part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 23, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 6 of Plats on Page 14, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544709 File #300248F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stephanie Stolsonburg, a married woman, as her sole and separate property, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 16, 2005, as evidenced by Claim Of Interest dated March 19, 2009, and recorded on March 23, 2009 in instrument 20090323-0002586, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Three And 66/100 Dollars ($134,243.66), including interest at 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on April 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 24, the Westerly 1/2 of Lot 25 and the South 10 feet of Lot 31, adjacent to said Lot 24 of Streeter's Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 37, also the South 10 feet of Lot 31, adjacent to the Westerly 1/2 of Lot 25 of said Streeter's Resort. Also an undivided 1/4 interest in Lot 29 of Streeter's Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 37. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544611 File #250978F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul D Anderson and Kathleen J Anderson, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third MortgageMI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated March 24, 2008, and recorded on March 31, 2008 in instrument 20080331-0003588, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fifth Third Mortgage Company as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Two And 81/100 Dollars ($127,272.81), including interest at 9.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 1, Whispering Pines Condominiums, a condominium according to the Master Deed thereof as recorded in Instrument No. 1161320, Barry County Records, and any amendments thereto, being Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544750 File #316469F01 �Page 16 — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Less property tax revenue for Barry County forecasted for 2011 by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At the Barry County Board of Commissioners’ committee-of-the-whole meeting Tuesday, Karen Scarbrough, director of Barry County’s equalization department, spoke about the department’s findings for 2010. Scarbrough explained that the equalized and taxable values of real estate in the county for 2010 have decreased 4.74 percent and 2.48 percent, respectively, from 2009. “The market’s dropping, and, in this year, it really hit us,” she said. According to a summary of the equalization department’s findings provided by the board, the equalized values of properties in the county totaled approximately $2.612 billion, last year, while the equalized values of such properties totaled about $2.488 billion, this year. The summary shows that the taxable values of properties in the county totaled roughly $1.956 billion, last year, and the taxable values of such properties most recently totaled approximately $1.907 billion. In an interview after the meeting, Scarbrough explained that the equalization department is responsible for, among other things, gathering information on the values of properties throughout the county that is then utilized by township assessors to more accurately assess property values within their respective townships. Equalized values usually reflect 50 percent of the market value of properties. Taxable values are values assigned to properties that determine the property taxes the owners of those properties are responsible for paying. More than 15 years ago, an amendment, known as “Proposal A,” was made to Michigan’s constitution, and that amendment requires increases to taxable values to be determined by one of two factors, whichever results in a lesser increase to such values. The limiting factors reflect either 5 percent of current taxable values or current rates of inflation. Because of Proposal A, when ownership of properties is transferred, the taxable values initially are made equivalent to their equalized values. Placing additional perspective on the figures provided by Scarbrough, Commissioner Michael Callton explained that the drop in taxable values described by Scarbrough will result in a loss of approximately $350,000 in income for the county in 2011. “I’m concerned about the drop in equalized value of 4.74 percent, but I’m more concerned about the drop in taxable value of 2.48 percent,” he said. Following Scarbrough’s presentation, the board passed a motion to later consider adoption of a resolution to accept the equalization department’s findings for future use. In other business, the board discussed later voting on adoption of a proposal to provide funds to the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. Sheriff Dar Leaf explained that funds would be used to facilitate a program wherein officers of the department act as liaisons at area schools. According to a document provided by Leaf and made available by the board, the program utilizes two police officers and involves the Barry Intermediate School District, Delton Kellogg Schools, Lakewood Public Schools, Maple Valley Schools and Thornapple Kellogg Schools. Leaf explained that, while each of the participating school systems previously contributed $15,000 toward the program annually, the economy currently prevents those school systems from providing any funding for it. “Everybody knows that schools are struggling, right now,” he said. “The whole state is.” One proposal considered by the board would entail $75,000 in county funds being used to support the program throughout the school systems’ 2010-11 school years, while another entails $37,500 in county funds being used to support the program for the remainder of this year. According to Leaf, funds for the program are used to hire police cadets for the performance of certain clerical and other such duties within the department. The presence of the cadets provides time for police officers to serve as liaisons and does not require police officers who would otherwise be on patrol to perform duties handled by the cadets, he said. Leaf, along with representatives from some of the school systems, explained that one of the major benefits of the program is its ability to decrease truancy among students, which, in turn, allows school systems to receive more state funding because of increased attendance. This year alone, the program was responsible for all of the school systems receiving a total of an additional $1 million in state funding, he added. Michael Brown, administrator of the county, explained that such funding would have to come from the county’s general fund. “There aren’t any sources, at this point,” he said. “We’d have to make some cuts, somewhere. 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Commissioners Michael Bremer and Jeff VanNortwick expressed concern over the impact not funding the program could have, saying that, without police officers having a presence at the schools, delinquency could increase and lead to additional expenditures in the future. “It’s going to cost us money, now, but if we blow this off for a few years, what’s it going to cost us up the road?” Bremer asked. Several commissioners, along with resident Don Bradstreet, encouraged representatives of the school systems to arrange for those institutions to assist with funding of the program in some way. “I’m offended that the school board is coming here, and they were contributing $15,000 a year, and now they’re contributing zero and passing that on to us, the county, with no funding from them at all,” said Bradstreet. Instead of passing a motion to later vote on adoption of either of the proposals, the board ordered a thorough investigation into how the proposed funding would affect the county’s budget and whether such funding would be viable for the county. The board also passed a motion to later consider adoption of a resolution to approve ballot language for a proposed millage that would fund services provided by Barry County Central Dispatch. According to the proposed language, the millage would renew a similar tax levied over the past five years and be levied at a maximum rate of .9816 for another five years, beginning this year. Phyllis Fuller, director of Barry County Central Dispatch, explained that, in 2009, the tax for that department was levied at a rate of .875 mills and that such taxes are not levied at a rate yielding more income than is required. “In the past five years, there has been one ‘New Economy 101’ presentation set for April 28 A presentation on the new economy will be held at the Pennock Hospital Conference Center at 1009 W. Green St. in Hastings Wednesday, April 28, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Ginger Hentz, director for Barry County MSU Extension, encourages people to attend this presentation which is free and open to all. The presentation is one of 100 being held across Michigan as part of a statewide effort of the Michigan Prosperity Initiative (MPI), led by the MSU Land Policy Institute. MPI is a partnership between many key stakeholder groups (including the Michigan Department of Energy, Labor and Economic Growth, Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Michigan Association of Regions and each of the state planning and development regions, Michigan Association of Planning, Michigan Municipal League and Michigan Townships Association) to prepare the state to compete in the global “New Economy.” “You may have read something about this or heard Dr. Soji Adelaja’s presentation at the economic development summit or recall a presentation about the New Economy at a local service club,” said Hentz. “If so, you know this is an important topic of great relevance to Barry County, and you will want to learn more by attending this presentation.” Public knowledge will become an effective tool in the process. “If we want our state, region and community to mobilize resources and harness energies to fuel our economic engine to move forward, we need to all be on the same page, sharing a common language and vision,” said Hentz. “We have had conversations locally about placemaking, attracting young talent, supporting entrepreneurism and the importance of being prepared technologically. ‘New Economy 101’ is a great starting point for us to regather and invite new stakeholders to the table as we continue from planning to integrated action strategies.” For additional information about the presentation or MPI, call the MSU Land Policy Institute at 517-432-8800 or 877-436-0002 ext. 100. Register for the meeting online at www.landpolicy. msu.edu/MPI or call the Barry County MSU Extension office 269-9451388. Give a memorial that can go on forever A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. instance where we’ve taken the full amount,” she said. In addition, the board interviewed T. York Adams and W. Steve Storey for positions on the board of directors for Barry County Community Mental Health Services. Storey will be considered for appointment to the board the next time the commissioners meet. Terms for members of the board of directors last three years, and Storey’s term on the board would begin retroactively April 1 and end March 31, 2013. Barry County Community Mental Health Services exists to provide preventative care, treatment and rehabilitation to Barry County residents suffering from mental health issues. Regina Young receives Sanitarian of the Year Award Regina Young accepts the Samuel M. Stephenson Sanitarian of the Year Award. Regina Young, environmental health supervising sanitarian at the Barry-Eaton District Health Department, recently received the Samuel M. Stephenson Sanitarian of the Year Award presented by the Michigan Environmental Health Association (MEHA) at its annual educational conference. The award is presented to recognize outstanding service to the environmental health profession and to the Michigan Environmental Health Association within the past three years. Young, a registered sanitarian with the State of Michigan, has been with the department for more than 22 years and the supervising sanitarian for more than 11 years. During that time, she has authored and published several training manuals for on-site sewage systems and serves on the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment Groundwater Permits Improvement Process Committee. As a MEHA representative, she serves as the secretary for the technical advisory council. Young is a past board member of the Southwest Sanitarians Seminar. Because of her knowledge and working experience with wastewater systems and drinking water supplies she is highly sought as a speaker, said Steve Tackitt, health officer of the Barry-Eaton District Health Department. “The Barry-Eaton District Health Department is very proud of Regina Young and the great work she does protecting the health of our citizens in our communities. This award is especially meaningful because it signifies recognition by her professional peers for a job well done,” added Tackitt. POLICE BEAT Bandit unwilling to wait for home game Hastings Police are investigating a breaking and entering of a concession stand at Hastings High School that was reported April 15. An officer met with school personnel who had discovered a break-in to the band boosters’ concession stand. It appears the suspect(s) used a prying tool to pry the locks off to gain entry to the building. At the time of the report, it did not appear that anything had been taken. Officers will be looking at video surveillance footage in an attempt to identify the suspects. The investigation is ongoing. Child rides bike into path of car Hastings Police responded to a personal injury accident involving a young bicyclist at the intersection of East Grant and North East streets April 19. The 6:30 p.m. accident occurred when an 11-year-old Hastings girl rode her bike into the path of a westbound vehicle driven by Amy Cronk, 38, from Saranac. Hastings ambulance responded to the scene and transported the girl to Pennock Hospital where she was treated and released. No injuries in school bus collision A Kent Intermediate School District bus collided with another vehicle after failing to stop at an intersection at West State Road and Solomon Road. No injuries were reported as a result of the April 19 accident. The driver and a 19-year-old passenger were in the bus, and two occupants were in the second vehicle at the time of the accident. Alcohol on Hastings school bus prompts investigation Michigan State Police are investigating an incident of three Hastings High School students who allegedly were in possession of alcohol while riding a school bus back from a sporting event at Central Michigan University. Sgt. Terry Klotz said the case is still open and under investigation. High school principal Tim Johnston said disciplinary action has taken place according to the district’s athletic code and handbook. Johnston said he is unable to disclose what disciplinary action took place since it deals with students. Two airlifted after crashes on same night Eaton County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating two serious traffic accidents that occurred the evening of April 14 A 52-year-old Hastings man was airlifted to a hospital after crashing his motorcycle on Ionia Road near Lake Highway in Vermontville Township around 6:30 p.m. No other vehicles were involved. A second single-vehicle accident occurred around 11:20 p.m. on M-50 near Vermontville Highway when a Saturn Vue driven by a 23-year-old Charlotte man left the roadway and struck several trees. He was airlifted to a local hospital. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — Page 17 Looking For a PRINTER? 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Broadway St. Lowell, MI 49331 (616) 897-9261 Fax (616) 897-4809 �Page 18 — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner ‘Urinetown’ opens tonight in Hastings by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Tonight at 7 p.m., members of the Thornapple Players will transform the auditorium at Central Elementary in Hastings into “Urinetown.” Written by Greg Kotis, “Urinetown” is a musical that takes place in a world ravaged by water shortages, where the law dictates that people must pay to relieve themselves by using public toilets owned by the megacorporation Urine Good Company. “Urinetown” opened on Broadway in 2001. Laura Soule and Justin Suntken are directing the production, and Erin Merritt is respon- sible for its choreography. Performances will be held at the auditorium April 23 and 24, beginning at 7 p.m., along with a matinee April 25, beginning at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $8 for adults and $6 for students and senior citizens; they are available in advance at Progressive Graphics and also at the door. Central Elementary School is located at 509 S. Broadway. At Right, Hope (Bethany Roderick) is surrounded by rebels who have taken over the Urine Good Company. Fabiano announces candidacy for state representative Steve Fabiano, longtime firefighter and fire chief, business owner and Portland City Council member, Wedmesday announced his candidacy for the Michigan House of Representatives 87th District seat to represent Barry and most of Ionia counties. The seat is currently held by State Rep. Brian Calley, who is running for the state senate. “While some may see the irony of sending an emergency responder to Lansing, I have the management and business skills to help get Lansing and our communities back on track,” said Fabiano, who describes himself as a pragmatic conservative. Barry County commissioners Mike Callton of Nashville and Mike Bremer of Middleville alos are seeking the Republican nomination in the Aug. 3 primary election. “The partisan games and fighting must end so that we can move Michigan forward. We need common-sense people, not career politicians,” he said in a press release announcing his candidacy. “We need legislators with realworld experience who can work together to make Michigan work again.” As a member of the Portland City Council, Fabiano said he knows first-hand the needs of local communities. He also said he sees the many problems that dysfunctional state government actions in Lansing cause for communities. “I want to apply the common-sense values I grew up with to make the legislative process work to create jobs, promote economic prosperity, reduce taxes, reduce costly regulatory burdens on small businesses, provide a quality education for our kids and support family farms,” said Fabiano. “My successful background has given me tremendous experience in operational and capital budget development, long-range plan development, and establishment of goals and objectives to effectively and efficiently administer a business or a fire department.” “Throughout my career, I’ve had to make tough decisions on doing more with less, prioritizing ‘wants versus needs’ and making a payroll,” he continued. “I want to put those Banner Sports Free kick gets Saxons past Wayland Steve Fabiano skills to work in Lansing to make better decisions about our tax dollars, reduce state spending and make Lansing live within its means.” Fabiano has a history of small business ownership in Portland, Westphalia, Grand Ledge and Lansing, starting when he came home from college to run the family store following the tragic death of his father. A lifelong Portland area resident, Fabiano also has served his community as a firefighter, joining the Portland Fire Department in 1979, retiring in 2008, and now serving as the fire chief for the Looking Glass Regional Fire Authority near Lansing. As the chief of that department, Fabiano has implemented cost-saving measures that resulted in a significant spending reduction by using his business management skills and finding innovative ways to operate the department with a combination of fulltime and part-time personnel. Fabiano and his wife, Cindy, have been married for 32 years and have lived in their Portland home nearly 30 years. They have three grown children and six grandchildren. The Saxon varsity soccer team opened up the O-K Gold Conference season with a 2-1 action-packed victory over Wayland Tuesday night. Haley Wagner ripped a free kick from the top of the 18-yard box into the back of the Wayland net with just under three minutes to play, breaking a 1-1 tie. All three goals were scored in the second half. Ashley Nurenberg scored the first goal for the Saxons, ten minutes into the second half, tucking a shot inside the near post. Morganne Hubbell played a through ball beyond the Wayland defense, which Nurenberg was able to chase down to get the scoring chance. It only took Wayland ten minutes to capitalize on a good run and tie the game at one. “They caught us on our heels and capitalized on it,” said Saxon head coach Sarah Smith. The Saxons controlled the action for most of the game, allowing the Wildcats just three shots on goal in the first half. It was a physical battle the rest of the way, but after the Saxons scored the go-ahead goal late in the second half, the defense stepped up and played tough to finish off the win. “Wayland has come a long way in the past couple of years, and they are getting better each year and they are a tough physical team to play against,” Smith said. The game was the second in two nights for the Saxons. Hastings also controlled the play in the midfield for much of the night at Jenison HOSPITAL, continued from page 1 According to Smith, the library receives the majority of its funding from the City of Hastings and Rutland and Hastings charter townships. Describing how the deficit likely will be rectified, Smith explained that the library might be closed during a week next spring and a period this year. “We think we may do that over the Christmas holidays, which is usually a pretty slow time, if there is such a thing at the library,” he said. In addition to furloughs, Smith discussed reductions to wages earned by the library’s staff and financial endowments as means of remedying the deficit. While Smith explained that the library likely would not be eligible for state funding in the near future, he added that such funding is not necessarily desirable. “We built the library without any state money; it’d be great to run it without any, too,” he said. The board also heard from Janie Bergeron, executive director of Green Gables Haven. Green Gables Haven is a shelter located in Barry County that provides temporary housing and support to victims of domestic violence and the homeless, and Bergeron presented general information on the institution prior to the board voting on whether to fund it with township money. According to a summary provided by Bergeron, the shelter, which opened in 2004, has served a total of 965 clients as of March 31, more than 500 of which were women and more than 450 children. Bergeron explained that, while the shelter exists to assist the homeless, its primary purpose is to aid victims of domestic violence. “We have seen a lot more domestic violence than homelessness,” she said. “... We have 14 beds available, and we’re trying to keep just three for the homeless.” Jim Carr, supervisor of the township, explained that the board’s most recent practice has been to award $3,000 annually to the shelter, and the board voted to again award that amount to Green Gables for 2010. In other business, the board passed a motion to allow for the future purchase of a vote tabulator. Clerk Robin Hawthorne explained that because of an expected increase in the number of registered voters living in the township, the area will be divided in 2011 into two election precincts, with each precinct requiring its own tabulator. According to Hawthorne, just under 2,900 registered voters reside in the township, which currently is comprised of one voting precinct, and the law allows for no more than 2,999 registered voters to reside in any one precinct. After the meeting, Hawthorne explained that the type of vote tabulator likely needed in the future by the township can only be purchased in “used” condition and should cost between $2,900 and $3,500. The cost to properly refurbish it should be between $700 and $1,000, she added. The board also adopted a resolution detailing a plan to eliminate a deficit of nearly $22,000 had by a fund of the township earmarked for the BIRCH Association, an organization that provides fire-fighting services primarily to Baltimore, Irving, Rutland, Carlton and Hastings townships. After the meeting, Hawthorne explained that the deficit was not caused by an actual lack of funds, but because funds for the BIRCH Association were not recorded in a manner wherein they were divided by month. The board also took the following actions: • Adopted a resolution for an agreement between the township and Barry County Road Commission that would require the road commission to provide maintenance to roads in the township for three years at a cost of $65,000 per year. • Held the first reading of an ordinance that would change the zoning designations of properties at 2012 and 2082 Heath Road from RE to R1, which supports single-family use. Monday, but suffered a 1-0 non-conference The Saxons’ Dani Meredith pushes the ball out of her team’s defensive end during the second half of Monday’s non-conference loss at Jenison High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) defeat. Jenison’s only real attacks came on some quick counters, but Hastings was able to thwart those . The Saxons limited Jenison to just one shot on goal through the first 62 minutes of play. The Wildcats capitalized on their second shot though, as a pass came from along the end line on the right side of Hastings’ net, and the Wildcats’ Stephanie Helder was waiting in front of the net to put it by Hastings’ keeper Jena Bailey. While the Saxons controlled the play, they did struggle to get good offensive chances against the Wildcat net. The Saxons will be home for their next two contests, a non-league match against Parma Western Friday and then an O-K Gold Conference meeting with Forest Hills Hastings’ Kelsey Devroy battles to get in front of Jenison forward Jackie Kok during Eastern Monday. It’s a tough league stretch the first half Monday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) for the Saxons next week, as they also travel to Caledonia Wednesday. DK boys snap three-game conference losing streak Delton Kellogg’s varsity baseball team won for the first time this season, taking game two of its Kalamazoo Valley Association double header at Galesburg-Augusta. The Panthers topped the Rams 6-0 in the night cap, after dropping the opener 8-1. Delton’s eight-hit attack in game two was led by Brad Meyers and Aaron Aukerman who had two hits and one RBI each. Jeff Bissett, Willy Todd, Gavin Brinley, and Keegan Planck all contributed singles as well. Chris Horrocks hurled a four-hit complete game shut out in the win, striking out 13 and walking three. Galesburg-Augusta pitcher Brandon Hurley was the stand out in game one, allowing Delton just six hits while striking out four and walking one. Bissett had three hits in the loss for the Panthers. The Panthers are now 1-8 overall, and 1-3 in the KVA. Delton dropped both its league contests Friday against Parchment, falling 12-2 and 16-5. Parchment pounded out 26 hits combined in the two games. Delton led game two 3-2 after four innings, but Parchment countered by scoring 14 runs over the next two innings for the victory. Jay Schuyler and Brady Vanderweele were the victorious pitchers. Meyers took the loss in game one for Delton and Horrocks took the loss in game two. In the two games, Bissett had three hits and Todd contributed a two-run single in each. Cody Warner had two hits and an RBI, Horrocks and Meyers both had RBI singles, and Ryan Hook and Nick Brindley both had one single each as well. Delton is back in action at home against Kalamazoo Christian for a league double header Friday, then will host Pennfield for another KVA double header Tuesday. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — Page 19 DK girls win close one with Comets, boys win big Delton Kellogg’s Ryan Watson races around the corner during the 3200-meter relay Friday at the Olivet Lions Relays. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ track and field team won the final seven races on the track in their Kalamazoo Valley Association dual with Kalamazoo Christian Tuesday, and needed every one of the wins to get by the Comets. The Panthers improved to 1-1 in the KVA with their 71-63 victory. The Delton boys improved to 2-0 in the league with a 102-35 win over the Comets. The girls’ 1600-meter relay team of Adrianna Culbert, Andrea Polley, Kelsey Sophia, and Jolene Drum clinched the win for Delton, finishing their race in 4 minutes 49.02 seconds. That win followed first place Delton finishes by Brianna Russell in the 3200-meter run (15:06.15), Hannah Williams in the 200meter dash (27.50 seconds), Drum in the 800 (2:40.75), Polley in the 300-meter low hurdles (51.25), Rachael Parker in the 400-meter dash (1:08.09), and the 400-meter relay team of Williams, Alea Hammond, Polley, and Katie Searles (54.09). The Panther girls swept the four relays, with the team of Parker, Abby Culbert, Sophia, and Drum winning the 3200-meter race in 11:12.90 and Polley, Adrianna Culbert, Williams, and Searles winning the 800-meter relay in 1:55.05. On the track, Delton also had Searles win the 110-meter hurdles in 16.94 and Williams win the 100-meter dash in 13.65. The Panthers’ lone win in the field was by Polley and Amanda Mikolajczyk who both cleared 4 feet 10 inches in the high jump. The Delton boys won 12 of the 17 events on the day, and also racked up second and third place points. Tyler Bourdo, Matt Ingle, and Ryan Watson won two individual events each. Watson took the 1600-meter run in 4:55.38 and the 3200 in 11:09.49. Ingle won the 300-meter hurdles in 41.43 and the pole vault at 12-0. Bourdo was the long jump champ at 19-4, and won the 400-meter dash in 51.75. Jake Homister took the 110-meter high hurdles in 17.02 for Delton, and Austin Ketola won the 800-meter run in 2:21.72. Delton’s boys swept the relays, winning the 3200 in 9:26.68, the 800 in 1:38.35, the 400 in 47.96, and the 1600 in 3:51.78. Kalamazoo Christian had two athletes win two individual events. Tyler Stephenson won the 100-meter dash in 11:02 and the 200 in 23.34. Tyler Dekoekkoek won the high jump at 5-8 and the shot put at 41-1. Delton’s boys headed into the meet having won Friday’s Olivet Lions Relays by 12 points over second-place Coldwater. The Panthers finished with 90 points, followed by Coldwater 78, Fowler 54, Olivet 53, and Potterville 30. The Panthers won five events, including two in the field. The team of Jordan Bourdo and Tyler Bourdo took the long jump at 389.25, and Nolen Smith and Matt Ingle won the pole vault by clearing a combined height of 21-6. On the track, the Delton team of Mallgat, Hensen, Walker, and Robbins won the Frosh 400 in 51.10; Tyler Bourdo, Ketola, Nick Rendon, and Watson won the 3200-meter relay in 8:56.80; and the 1600-meter relay Delton’s Nolan Smith fights to get over the bar in the pole vault competition at Friday’s Olivet Lions Relays. He teamed with Matt Ingle to win the event for Delton. (Photo by Perry Hardin) team of Ketola, Ingle, Jordan Bourdo, and Tyler Bourdo won in 3:43.00. The Delton Kellogg girls were third, with three first place finishes. Mikolajczyk and Culbert teamed to win the high jump. The foursome of Williams, Searles, Adrianna Culbert, and Polley took the 800-meter relay, and Williams, Searles, and Polley teamed with Hammond to win the 400-meter relay as well. DK second to Saxons at its own invite, starts KVA strong Host Delton had the top player, but Hastings was the top team at last Wednesday’s Delton Kellogg Invitational at Mullenhurst. The Panthers’ Mitchell Wandell had the day’s top score, a 76, but there were a few Saxons right behind him. Hastings’ John Kalmink was second with a 77, and his teammate Danny Buehler was third with a 78. The Saxons’ Brian Baum tied for fourth with an 83. The Saxons’ fourth score was a 92 by Cody Davis. The Saxons finished the day with a score of Delton Kellogg’s Mitchell Wandell tees off at Wednesday’s Delton Kellogg Invitational at Mullenhurst. Wandell was the day’s top player, scoring a 76. 331, followed by Delton 345, Maple Valley 352, Parchment 353, Marcellus 368, and Pennfield 382. Behind Wandell for the Panthers, Zack Simon shot an 83, Tyler Vining a 92, and Kasey Braska and Conner Worm both added 94s. Maple Valley’s Caleb Walker and Hutch Joppie both finished in the top ten, with Walker in a tie for sixth with an 84 and Joppie in eighth place with an 87. Behind the top two for the Lions, RJ Browne added a 90 and Ian Cogswell a 91. Rounding out the top nine individuals, Parchment got an 84 from Ryan Steffler and an 88 from Trent Jehnsen. The Delton boys are off to a 3-1 start in the Kalamazoo Valley Association this season. They played their first home league tri at Mullenhurst Monday, outscoring Schoolcraft and Constantine. The Panthers finished the day with a 171 to a 196 for the Falcons and a 174 for the Eagles. Wandell paced the Panthers with a 39. Worm added a 43, Vining a 44, and Simon a 45. Wandell was the only golfer to break 40 on the day. Constantine was led by Wade Craver’s 45, and Patrick Hudson and Bob Shultz both scored 43s to lead Schoolcraft. Last Friday, the Panthers split with Parchment and Pennfield. Delton scored a 196 to Parchment’s 182 and Pennfield’s 197. Wandell had a 46, Simon a 47, Vining a 50, and Worm, Braske and Nick Blincoe all scored 53s for Delton. Parchment got a 44 from Jehnsen, and Pennfield was led by Jacob Emmons’ 45. Delton was scheduled to face Hackett Catholic Central and Kalamazoo Christian at Milham Golf Course yesterday, and will be off now until heading to Olivet Country Club to face the Eagles and the Maple Valley Lions April 30. Trojans mercy defending state champs, move to 4-1 Stuck in between games of a three-game sweep of O-K Gold Conference foe Ottawa Hills, the Thornapple Kellogg varsity boys’ baseball team found the time to mercy the defending Division 2 state champions. The Trojans scored a 16-6, six-inning, nonconference win at East Grand Rapids Wednesday. Eight of the nine Trojan batters had at least one hit and one RBI each. Leading the attack was Jacob Bultema who went three for three, scored three times, and had four stolen bases. TK had eight stolen bases in the game, with Marquis Gill adding three more. Jacob McCarty and Dylan VanPutten were both 2for-4, with one of McCarty’s hits a double. Defensively, the Trojans were strong as well. Second baseman Tyler Karcher had one great over the shoulder catch, and center fielder Bultema made a diving grab to end the game behind relief pitcher Gill. Robby Enslen earned the win for TK on the mound, striking out three, walking two, and scattering four hits through four innings. Of the five runs against him, three were earned. Gill closed things out pitching the fifth and sixth. Thornapple Kellogg outscored Ottawa Hills 54-4 in its three league contests with the Bengals last week, winning all three games, but then split its two games with South Christian Tuesday to move to 4-1 in the league. The Trojans took the opener 10-0. Enslen pitched a solid first game, striking out seven while only walking one and scattering two hits. TK pounded out nine hits, with Enslen, Patrick Bobolts, and VanPutten each collecting two hits. VanPutten's were both doubles. In the nightcap, TK got a solid pitching performance from Andrew Wingeier but fell 5-2. He threw five good innings, only giving up three hits and allowing two unearned runs. Gill threw the final two innings where South plated three runs in the top of the seventh inning. Wingeier lead the way at the plate going 22 with two doubles. The loss drops the Trojans to 7-2 overall. Hastings’ varsity boys’ golf team celebrates its championship at Wednesday’s Delton Kellogg Invitational hosted by Mullenhurst. Team members are (from left) coach Bruce Krueger, Brian Baum, Danny Buehler, John Kalmink, Nick Peterson, Taylor Klotz, and Cody Davis. Viking tennis splits a pair of non-conference matches A singles sweep powered the Lakewood varsity girls’ tennis team to its second victory of the season Thursday. The Vikings knocked off DeWitt 6-2 to improve to 2-1. All four Lakewood singles players won in straight sets, with MacKenzie Chase leading the way at first singles where she topped Jami Stump 6-1, 7-5. At second singles Kelsey Stoddard topped Danielle Motz 6-4, 6-3. At number three, Maggie Wernet defeated Alissa Sheedy 6-2, 6-2. At fourth singles, Brooke Fox scored a 6-3, 6-4 win over Alyssa DuGuay. The Vikings also got a 7-6(3), 6-4 win from the third doubles team of Nicole Graham and Olivia Salazar and a 6-4, 6-2 win from the fourth doubles team of Jessica Hilley and Nancy Brehm. The only two Viking loses came in three sets. At first doubles, the Viking team of Abby Haskin and Orianna Ramos fell 2-6, 7-6(2), 62 to Kelli Vandersteen and Anna Hoag. In the second doubles match, the Viking duo of Jenna Avery and Kayla Bite was topped 6-4, 4-6, 6-n Gwizdala and Caroline Wickens. Lakewood’s varsity girls’ tennis team suffered its first defeat of the season Tuesday, falling 6-2 to the Haslett Vikings. Both of Lakewood’s wins came on the doubles side, as the number one team of Haskin and Ramos scored a 6-3, 6-3 win over Emily Davis and Jane Fast. At third doubles, the Lakewood team of Graham and Salazar scored a 6-3, 2-6, 6-3 win over Noelle Hansford and Erin Lawrence. All three doubles matches were close, as the Haslett team of Taylor Pringle and Victoria Trosko downed Hilley and Brehm 64, 2-6, 6-2 at number four, and the team of Lakewood first doubles player Orianna Ramos reaches wide to her forehand side to hit a return against Williamston Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Ashley Hartsuff and Kristen Choi topped Avery and Bite 6-4, 4-6 (10-5) at second doubles. The tightest singles match as at number four, where Chelsea Bosma scored a 6-2, 7-5 win over Fox. The top three Lakewood singles players were all shut out in the first set. At number one Emmy Virkus topped Chase 6-0, 6-1. At number two, Morgan Patterson downed Stoddard 6-0, 6-2. At third singles, Calla VanAtta defeated Wernet 6-0, 6-2. The Vikings head to the tournament at the Portland Spring Sports Carnival Saturday. Lakewood will be home Tuesday when it opens the CAAC-White season against Williamston. Saxon softball team scores pair of wins Hastings’ varsity softball team improved to 8-6 on the year with a pair of non-conference wins to start the week. The Saxons won at Allegan Monday, then came home to top Kelloggsville Tuesday. Tara Harding threw back-to-back complete games to earn the Saxons the two victories. Harding struck out 11 and allowed just one run in a 3-1 victory over the Rockets Tuesday. The Saxons would have all the runs they would need after two innings. Heather Gdula reached on an error in the first, moved to second on a bunt by Harding, then scored on a line drive double off the bat of Shelby Roush in the first. In the second inning, the Saxons got a run on an RBI single from Gdula after Christa Mathis singled and stole second. Brook Blair singled to start the fourth for the Saxons, and eventually came home on a Rocket error for the final run of the game. Brandy Gorodenski would finish the game with two hits. There was more offense, but the Saxons still came out ahead 11-7 at Allegan Monday. Harding recorded eight strikeouts while allowing eight hits and two walks to earn the win. The Saxons led 7-1 after three innings, but Allegan battled back to within one at 7-6 with three runs in the third and then two more in the fifth. Hastings responded to the Tiger rally by scoring three times in the sixth. Gdula led off the inning with a single, then Harding and Morgan Stowe followed with back-to-back triples to score two runs. Gorodenski then singled in Stowe for the final run of the inning. �Page 20 — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Vikes win county title for eighth time in 15 years by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The wind was blowing, but not necessarily out Saturday. That didn’t stop the Barry County teams from blasting out home runs in every one of the games at the Hastings Invitational. Junior Sarah Hendrickson drilled a pair of home runs over the left field fence to help power Lakewood’s varsity softball team to a 16-5 win over Thornapple Kellogg in the championship game. The first gave the Vikings a 1-0 lead in the top of the second inning, and the second was a three-run blast that capped a six-run Lakewood rally in the top of the seventh. They were her first two varsity home runs. “I can’t breathe,” was Hendrickson’s state- Lakewood’s Corazon Curtis slides safely in under the tag of Thornapple Kellogg catcher Molly Dahlgern at home plate during the top of the fifth inning of Saturday’s championship game at the Hastings Invitational. (Photo by Brett Bremer) ment as she touched home plate in a mob of her teammates in the seventh. It was a combination of the excitement, joy, and the work of rounding the bases. “We came together really well, and played really hard,” Hendrickson said later. “We accomplished a lot of our goals, like getting more than five hits in a game, having smart base running, and all those little things.” The Vikings had their five hits through three innings against the Trojans, and built a 3-0 lead by that point. They’d add two runs in the top of the fourth, and stretch the lead with five runs in the fifth. A triple by Emma Bishop and an RBI single off the bat of Liz Polmanteer kept the Trojans from being mercied in the fifth. Lakewood then added to its 10-1 lead with the six runs in the seventh. Six of the first seven Trojan batters singled to start the seventh. TK pushed four runs across in that rally, but Lakewood starter Chelsea Lake got a ground out and then a strike out to close out the tournament championship. “Our depth this year (is important),” said Lakewood coach Kristine Heinze. “We told them, no matter who we put in the game at any time we’re strong. No matter what lineup.” Lakewood had seven different girls with hits and six with RBI in the championship. Lexie Spetoskey was 4-for-5 with a pair of doubles, a triple, and two RBI’s. Hendrickson and Lake both had three hits and four RBI. Hendrickson had her two home runs, and Lake added a single, a double, and a triple. Bishop took the loss for TK, giving up the five runs through the first four innings. She had seven strike outs. Lakewood opened the tournament with a 42 win over Hastings. Courtney Thomason started the day’s hit parade, blasting a home run in the second inning against the Saxons. The Vikings added two more runs in the third inning, then another in the sixth when Spetoskey came home on an RBI single from Carrie Endres. Shelby Roush and Morgan Stowe had RBI singles for the Saxons, one in the fourth and another in the sixth. Britteny Hilley earned the win for Lakewood, striking out eight. Tara Harding threw the complete game for Hastings giving up two earned runs on just 4 hits while striking out six. In the other opening round game, Bishop blasted a home run on the first pitch of the bottom of the seventh to give Thornapple Kellogg a 6-5 win over Delton Kellogg. Delton had rallied from a 5-3 deficit with Delton scores six goals in conference opening victory Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ soccer team opened up the Kalamazoo Valley Association season with a 6-0 win over Parchment Thursday. Brianna Russell scored a pair of goals in the opening half for the Delton girls. Teammates Taylor Peavey, Tabitha Nguyen, Taylor Hennessey, and Cara Phelps scored in the second half. Jamie Risner assisted Russell on the first Delton goal, firing a corner kick to the back side of the Parchment net with 18 minutes remaining in the first half. Russell added her second goal with 43 seconds left before the break. Delton would then score three times in the first six and a half minutes of the second half. Hennessey earned an assist on Peavey’s goal to open the second half. Phelps’ goal with 14:26 remaining in the game came on a penalty shot, and closed the scoring. Keeper Katelynn Grizzle earned the shut out in net, making 19 saves. The Delton girls improved to 2-0 on the season with the win. They were scheduled to make the trip to Kalamazoo Christian last night, and will return to action Monday at home against Heritage Christian Academy. Next Wednesday, the Panthers visit Hackett Catholic Central for a league contest. Thornapple Kellogg’s Liz Polmanteer ducks into third base underneath Delton Kellogg third baseman Taylor Blacken who reaches high to catch a throw from behind home plate during the first inning of their opening round game at the Hastings Invitational Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) two runs in the top of the sixth inning, with singles from Kami McCowan and Brooke Martin in the inning. Martin took the loss for Delton, while Bishop earned the win for TK. Both starting pitchers went the distance. Bishop struck out ten, and Martin eight. Hastings got home runs from Morgan Stowe, Heather Gdula, and Shelby Roush in an 11-4 win over Delton Kellogg in the consolation game. The Saxons trailed 4-3 after two and a half innings, but rallied for five runs in the third. Roush, Sam Watson, Christa Mathis, and Gdula had RBI hits in the inning. Hastings tacked on two runs in the fifth on a sacrifice fly by Mathis, after a Katie DeVries triple, and Gdula’s home run. Then in The Saxons’ Morgan Stowe celebrates her two-run home run in the bottom of the first inning against Delton Kellogg Saturday afternoon in Hastings. (Photo by Brett Bremer) the sixth, Roush tacked on her second home run of the season. Alex Wendorf took over on the mound for the Saxons in the fourth, and shut Delton Kellogg’s offense down the rest of the way. Bowling Scores Sunday Night Mixed ~Final Standings~ Sandbaggers 78 1/2; Pinchasers 72 1/2; Team Ate 71; Sunday Snoozers 69 1/2; Lanes Divided 69; Late Arrivals 68 1/2; Funky Bowlers 68; Skabbs 67 1/2; Shelly’s Country Daycare 66; Straight Liners 64; The Heath Gang 54 1/2. Women’s Good Games and Series - N. Mroz 221-599; S. Vandenburg 209-588; M. Simpson 200-559; A. Hubbell 202-546; K. Kuhlman 189-504; A. Churchill 170-474; F. Ames 198-473; D. Roberts 186-442; S. McKee 237; K. Becker 203. Men’s Good Games and Series - J. Mroz 246-670; R. Guild 277-668; S. Farlee 236626; E. Bartlett 264-613; B. Shafer 214-593; M. Eaton 204-589; S. Wilkins 236-560; T. Cooley 181-524; B. Heath 171-477; JJ Britten 161-450; B. Kelley 165-422; B. Rentz 248; S. Olin 227; J. Shoebridge 205; J. Lesick 199. Friday Night Mixed ~Final Standings~ Matt’s Bunch 80; Shirlee N’ Family 69; Spencers Towing and Tire 69; Ten Pins 67 1/2; Part Time 65; Heads Out 63; 9 n-a-Wiggle 60 1/2; Haldan 54; Dum Schitz 54; The 4 B’s 54; All But One 53; Team #13 51; Oldies But Goodies 51; Spare Time 41. Women’s Good Games and Series - M. Heath 225-630; F. Bell 233-540; J. Madden 211-540; E. Johnson 172-461; T. Phenix 202; J. Gasper 194; L. Potter 193; O. Gillons 180; B. Roush 174; T. Bush 168; L. Smith 163; C. Thomson 157; N. Taylor 143. Men’s Good Games and Series - M. Eaton 237-674; R. Guild 233-640; D. McKee 235628; T. Heath 232-599; J. Bush 213-587; J. Barnum 189-583; J. Smith 202-548; J. Barnum III 192-526; A. Taylor 192-525; M. McKee 229; R. Chaffee 212; H. Pennington 212; M. Pennington 205; D. Sears 192; T. Ramey 181. Minn and Heath earn King and Queen titles at tourney Wednesday P.M. ~Final Standings~ Hair Care 77-51; Four Balls 74.5-53.5; Eye and ENT 68-60; The River 63.5-64.5; Mill’s Landing 62-66; NBT 39-89. Good Games and Series - L. Elliston 195; R. Murrah 177; Y. Cheeseman 180; D. Huver 163; J. Shurlow 162; D. Seeber 195; E. Moore 145; B. Smith 161-443; K. Moore 151; R. Pitts 149-419. Mixerettes ~Final Standings~ James Process Service 76.5-51.5; Kent Oil 75.5-52.5; Dewey’s Auto Body 68-60; NBT 66-62; Nashville Chiropractic 65.5-62.5; Dean’s Dolls 60-68; Sassy Babes 52.5-75.5; Good Friends 48-80. Good Games and Series - B. Hathaway 166; T. Redman 162; B. Anders 185-493; S. Nash 165; S. Smith 160-430; D. Worm 191492; J. Pitch 137; M. Rodgers 165; K. Eberly 195-522; T. Christopher 189-528; E. Ulrich 159-471; J. Alflen 192; J. Rice 180; S. VanDenburg 205-580; C. Hurless 179-483; D. James 198-521; T. Drake 190-523. 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Hastings, MI 49058 Phone: 269-945-9520 Toll Free: 800-596-1005 Contact us on the web @ www.hoc-mi.com 77545235 THURSDAY, APRIL 22 The top Bowlers in the Hastings Bowling Association gathered for a King and Queens Tournament Saturday, April 11, at Hastings Bowl. Mike Minn and Mary Heath took the King and Queen honors, from a field that included players who finished in the top 12 in the new year long points system which was put into place at the start of the season 25 weeks ago. In the best two out of three match-play tournament, Minn defeated Chad Curtis in the final round match 235-214, 227-228, 237232. Heath took on the women’s bowler of the year Stacey McKee in the final, in what many called the best match of the tournament. Heath won the first game with a career high score of 277 to McKee’s 259. Heath then finished off the upset by winning the second game 193-175. Gasper rolls 300-game at Hastings Bowl Phil “Butch” Gasper bowled his first ever 300-game at Hastings Bowl on April 9. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — Page 21 Saxon boys lean past Fighting Scots in last race by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Being the anchor of the 1600-meter relay can feel like more than being the anchor for just a relay team. In a tight dual, it’s like being the anchor for the whole team. The Saxons wouldn’t rather have anyone than Patrick Loew in that position this season. He outraced Caledonia’s Ethan Barnes on the final leg of the race Thursday in Caledonia, outleaning Barnes at the line to win the race. The Saxon foursome of Loew, Jon Gieseler, Marshall Warren, and Ben Kolonowski finished the race in 3 minutes 37.30 seconds. The victory gave the Saxons a 69-68 win in the dual between the top two boys’ teams in the O-K Gold Conference. The Saxons are now 4-0 in the league, after also topping Grand Rapids Catholic Central Tuesday. “It’s a lot of pressure,” Loew said of being the anchor. “I don’t know if I like it. I wanted to throw up right before I ran, but once you take the baton you forget all that.” Loew took over the spot which was held by all-state sprinter Ryan Burgdorf the past couple seasons. “We knew what they had with Loew, so we knew we had to get him a little bit of a lead,” said Caledonia head coach Kevin Remenap. Brian Farhadi, Cameron Blehm, and Ryan Boyum did combine to give Barnes a little bit of a head start on Loew, and the Saxon sprinter didn’t catch his Caledonia opponent until the final stretch. “That’s the first time I’ve ever had to (come from behind),” said an exhausted Loew after the race. “That’s okay. I don’t mind that. It’s for the team. One more step towards con- The Saxons’ Amanda Sarhatt races to a new Hastings girls’ freshmen record of 13 minutes 11.99 seconds in winning the 3200-meter run against Catholic Central Tuesday. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto) ference champs.” Loew was a four time champ on the day, winning the 200-meter dash in 23.22 seconds, the 400 in 51.45, and teaming with Gordon Conley, Chase DelCotto, and Josh Coenen to win the 800-meter relay in 1:35.52. The Fighting Scots were strongest in the distance races, with Kort Alexander winning the 1600-meter run in 4:38.92 and the 3200 in 10:08.67. The Caledonia team of Matt Farhadi, Mason Przybysz, Evan Zych, and Alexander also won the 3200-meter relay in 9:11. Zych won the 800 in 2:05.74. The Scots also had an edge in the field, thanks in large part to a sweep of the pole vault where Tyler Patterson cleared 11-6, Thomas Andreano 11-0, and Barnes 10-6. The Scots’ Kirk VanderVennen won the discus at 133-8, and Reese Cooper won the long jump at 18-5.5. Hastings got a huge jump from Dewey Slaughter in the high jump, as he set a personal record by clearing 6-4, and also had Lucas Densmore win the shot put at 47-7.5. The Saxons were without one of their top throwers, Brandon Bower. The Saxons also had Conley win the 110meter hurdles in 16.48, Jacob Comer win the 300-meter intermediate hurdles in 43.23, and Coenen win the 100 in 11.99. The Caledonia team of Jon Schaibly, Cameron Blehm, Justin Dixon, and Alex Blehm won the 400-meter relay in 45.30. The distance races were a strong spot for the Caledonia girls’ team as well on Thursday, as it topped the Saxons 78-59. The team of Lisa Schultz, Emily Hazelbach, Hannah Schroeder, and Courtney Stauffer won the 3200-meter relay to start things on the track for the Scots with a time of 10:46.9. Hazelbach, Schultz, and Schroeder would go on to finish first, second, and third respectively in the 3200-meter run. Hazelbach had a first-place time of 13:25.27. Schultz won the 1600-meter run in 6:06.34, and Stauffer took the 800 in 2:36.67. Ashley Churchill and Asia Slagter had the only other two wins for the Scots on the track. Slagter won the 400 in 1:04.31 and Churchill the 300-meter hurdles in 50.41. Caledonia’s girls won four of the five field events, with Rachel LaVoie winning both throwing events. She took the discus with a mark of 108-0, and the shot put at 32-6.5. Caitlen Hughes won the pole vault by clearing 8-0, and Kelly Cronin won the long jump at 14-6. Hastings’ Brittany Morgan won the high jump at 4-10, a height which was matched by the second-place finisher Heather Cady from Hastings, and Slagter who placed third. Morgan and Jessica Czinder both won in all four of their events for Hastings. They teamed with Gabby Eaton and Nichole Redman to win the 400-meter relay in 52.99. Morgan won the 100-meter hurdles in 17.75. Czinder won the 100-meter dash in 14.28, the 200 in 28.80, and teamed with Taylor Carter, Redman, and Eaton to win the 800-meter relay in 1:53.76. The Saxons closed out the night with the team of Heather Cady, Stephanie Warren, Taylor Carter, and Katie Ponsetto winning the 1600-meter relay in 4:27.77. The Saxon girls bounced back to knock off Catholic Central Tuesday, 100.5-36.5. Three field events and the 1600-meter run were the only events the Cougars won. The Saxons’ two wins in the field came with Cady taking the high jump at 4-10 and Taylor Simpson the discus at 80-8. The Saxon team of Stephanie Warren, Ponsetto, Kosbar, and Lauren Bush won the 3200-meter relay in 10:51.45. Redman, Lee, Eaton, and Czinder took the 800-meter relay in 1:52.33. Czinder, Morgan, Eaton, and Jessica Lee won the 400-meter relay in 53.14. Ponsetto, Carter, Eaton, and Redman teamed to win the 1600-meter relay in 4:25.38. Amanda Sarhatt set a new freshmen record for the Saxons in the 3200-meter run, winning in 13:11.99. Warren won the 800 in 2:42.21, Ponsetto the 400 in 1:04.19, Czinder the 200 in 27.58 and the 100 in 13.38. Morgan won the 10-meter hurdles in 17.04, and Redman the 300-meter low hurdles in 50.49. Hastings’ boys topped the Cougars 78-59. The Saxons had some points to make up after being outscored in the first three events on the track. The 800-meter relay team of Conley, DelCotto, Coenen, and Loew got the Saxons their first win of the night, finishing in 1:35.66. The two teams split the relays, with Hastings taking the two sprints. The 400meter relay team of Dylan Pennington, DelCotto, Tom Davis, and Coenen won in 45.01. Brandon Bower won both throws for the Saxons, taking the shot put with a mark of 465 and the discus at 141-5. Dailey won three individual events for the Saxons, taking the 1600-meter run in 4:53.23, the 3200-meter run in 10:43.77, and the 800 in 2:04.09. Loew won the 400 for the Saxons in 53.77, Slaughter the high jump at 6-4, and Brad Gagnon the pole vault at 12-0. In between those two league duals, Hastings hosted its 73rd annual Hastings Relays. The Saxon boys won the title for the second year in a row, finishing well ahead of second-place Lansing Waverly. Hastings finished with 84 points to Waverly’s 58. Grandville was third with 51 points, followed by Grand Ledge 48, and Three Rivers 45 in the top five. The Saxons won four events, including two field event relays. Bower and Luke Densmore teamed to win the discus relay with a total distance of 257-8.5, and also placed second in the shot put relay at 96-4.5. Gieseler and Slaughter took the high jump relay at 11-8. On the track, the Saxon team of Conley, Comer, Jason Heinrich and Cody Redman won the shuttle hurdle relay in 1:03.00 and the 1600-meter relay team of Kolanowski, Dailey, Conley, and Loew won in 3:37.81. The Hastings’ girls were sixth with 43 points, behind Chelsea with 80, Grandville 65, Grand Ledge 63, Grand Haven 46, and Three Rivers 46. The top finish for the Saxon girls came in the high jump relay, where Cady and Morgan teamed for a height of 9-8. The Saxon girls were third twice, with Morgan, Cady, Rachel Quillen, and Redman finishing the shuttle hurdle relay in 1:10.57, and the team of Czinder, Lee, Morgan, and Eaton placing third in the 400-meter relay with a time of 54.39. The Saxons also placed second in the Marshall Warren (right) urges on teammate Patrick Loew after handing him the baton for the anchor leg of the 1600-meter relay Thursday evening in Caledonia. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxon (Co-ed) Relay, behind the Wyoming Park team which set a new meet record in 47.67 seconds. The Saxons’ Brandon Johnson races towards a third-place finish in the 800meter run Tuesday against Catholic Central. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto) The Saxons’ Brittany Morgan flies through the air in the long jump competition at Caledonia Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) FHE squeaks by the Saxons in first two meetings Saxon starting pitcher Eric Pettengill outlasted Michigan State bound starter Zack Wilkerson in the opener between Hastings and Forest Hills Eastern Tuesday, but it was Wilkerson and the Hawks who came out ahead in the end. Forest Hills Eastern swept the Saxons in their O-K Gold Conference double header in Hastings, winning 6-4 and 8-4 in the two games. The opener took nine innings, with the Hawks scoring twice in the top of the ninth to take the lead. Neither starting pitcher factored into the decision, with Wilkerson coming out after seven innings of work, and Pettengill going eight innings for Hastings. Pettengill scattered nine hits and struck out five. “That first game was a classic,” said Hastings head coach Marsh Evans. “It was a great high school baseball game between two good teams and two pitchers who threw their ‘A’ games. We had an opportunity to put the game away with runners on second and third and nobody out in the fourth inning, but we just couldn’t come up with the big hit. “But I am very proud of the way our guys played, both games.” Hastings had a 4-2 lead after five innings, but the Hawks scored a couple runs on a bloop single to tie things up and eventually send it into extra innings. The Saxons also led 2-1 after three, but Eastern tied things at 2-2 in the top of the fourth. The Saxons went back in front in the bottom of the fourth inning, 4-2, thanks to a two-run double off the bat of Tim Hanlon, which scored Matt Feldpausch and Micah Huver who stared the inning with a couple of singles. Hastings though would leave Hanlon at second base and Zack Passmore at third. The Saxons tried to answer the Hawks’ ninth-inning rally, but what looked like a lead-off double from Passmore was ruled a foul ball. Hanlon followed with another extra base hit, but he would go no further Hanlon led the Hastings’ hitters with a pair of doubles and two RBIs. Riley McLean added two singles and a run driven in. Dylan Downs (RBI), Feldpausch and Huver would each have one hit in the game. Tyler DeWitt (0-2) would take the loss pitching in the ninth. The nightcap featured many of the same dramatics of the opener, but a three-run sixth inning made the difference for Eastern This time the Saxons led 4-3 after three innings, but Eastern fought back with a two-run homer in the fourth to get the lead right back. The three-run sixth inning ally for the Hawks came with two outs, and the game was called after six due to darkness. Hanlon had another pair of hits in the game, a double and a single. Pettengill added a pair of singles ,while McLean (RBI) , Nick Wallace (double, 2 RBIs) and Huver (RBI) had one hit each. Feldpausch (1-1) went the distance for the Saxons taking the loss. “Again, we played outstanding defense with Riley (McLean) making 3 or 4 great plays at short. Our infielders turned a pair of double-plays and our outfielders were solid,” Evans said. “It was just a shame to lose either game. They easily could have gone our way, but that’s baseball and we’ll have to bounce back on Thursday to keep pace in the league.” The Saxons head to Ada for a contest with the Hawks Thursday afternoon. They are currently 3-2 in the O-K Gold. Hastings came into the game off a tough 10-7 loss at Allegan Monday. For five innings the Saxons controlled the tempo of the game, but two questionable calls and one bad hop paved the way for an eight-run rally for Allegan and the Saxons were never able to recover. Hastings led early in this game as well, 31, through four innings. In the top of the seventh, Hastings would mount a rally as McLean led off the inning with his first home run of the season. Huver singled and then scored on a Passmore base hit to cut the lead to 10-7, but that would be the end of the scoring for the Saxons. Huver had three hits to lead the Saxon attack, a pair of singles and a double to go along with two RBIs. Wallace added a pair of hits. Michael Eastman (0-1) made the start on the mound. He went four innings allowing six runs on four hits. Kevin Maurer pitched the last two innings for the Saxons. The Saxons closed out their season series with Wayland in the O-K Gold Conference Thursday, scoring a 9-5 win over the Wildcats to earn the three games to none sweep. Pettengill and Feldpausch held Wayland at bay, and the Saxon hitters kept the pressure on Wayland's defense throughout the game. Offensively the Saxons had nine hits, and were led by Wallace with two singles and 3 RBIs. McLean (RBI), Huver (RBI) and Hanlon (double, triple, 2 RBIs) all had two hits each. Mitchell Brisboe added a double. Defensively the Saxons committed one error in the field and played outstanding defense given the windy conditions. “I was pleased with how our guys responded defensively,” Evans said. “They made some big plays time and time again. In the fifth, we almost got out of the basesloaded jam without any damage before their hitter puts one in the gap. Then, we mis-handled a run-down situation and just that quick a 7-1 game became 7-5, but our guys responded and we put up two runs in the sixth to take back some of the momentum.” Feldpausch closed out the game after a solid effort from Pettengill, who earned the win. Pettengill scattered six hits and struck out four. In the final two innings, Feldpausch struck out three and earned his first save of the year. Downs had a huge series against the Wildcats for the Saxons, reaching base safely on 11 of his 13 plate appearances in the three games. He scored three runs in the final game. Returning from spring break April 10, the Saxons went 0-3 on the day at the Flagstar Bank Coldwater Invitational. Hamilton overcame an early 3-0 deficiti in the opener, to score a 9-3 win over the Saxons. The Hawkeyes broke the game open with a seven-run sixth inning which featured a pinch hit grand slam. Pettengill took the loss, but pitched a solid game against the high-powered Hawkeye offense. Huver led the Saxon offense, team with two hits while Hanlon (two RBIs), Eric Kendall, Pettengill, McLean and Wallace had one hit each. Coldwater then topped the Saxons 14-4 and Berrien Springs won a 15-13 decision in the day’s final game for Hastings. Lakewood softball sweeps sets with Orioles and Comets The Vikings found their groove on offense to win a pair of non-conference games against Charlotte Thursday. Lakewood’s varsity softball team took game one 12-0, behind a two-hit pitching performance by Britteny Hilley then took game two 17-4. Hilley was the winning pitcher in both contests. Lexie Spetoskey had four doubles on the day for the Vikings, scored three times, and drove in eight runs. Jessica Salazar and Courtney Thomason had three RBI each. Thomason got hers on a double and a home run, and scored four runs herself. Salazar had five hits, including a double, and scored three times. The Vikings also got four hits each from Chelsea Lake and Erika Whitinger. Lake had a pair of doubles, scored four times, and had three RBI. Whitinger had a triple and scored three runs. Brittney Wallace and Tiffani Ackerson added three hits, including a double, each too. Wallace added four runs and a pair of RBI, while Ackerson finished with five RBI. Lakewood followed up those wins by taking the title at Saturday’s Hastings Invitational, then winning a pair at Grand Ledge Monday. The Vikings topped the Comets in Grand Ledge 4-2 and 6-3. Grand Ledge had more hits, 12-11 on the night, but Lakewood was a bit more timely getting its with runners in scoring position. Lake, Salazar, Spetoskey, Carrie Endres, and Wallace had two hits each for the Vikings. Wallace had a pair of RBI, and Lake two doubles. The Vikings are now 6-2 and return to Grand Ledge Saturday for the Grand Ledge Tournament. �Page 22 — Thursday, April 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner TK handily tops Hastings and DK for county title Hastings’ second baseman Dylan Downs hauls in a bouncing ball as Thornapple Kellogg's Tyler Karcher slides safely in to second base during the bottom of the third Saturday afternoon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor With its pitching depth and a line-up that can score runs from the top to the bottom, Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity baseball team rolled to victory at Saturday’s Hastings Invitational. The Trojans outscored their two opponents 26-2 on the day, winning a 17-2 four-inning effort against Delton Kellogg in the opener then defeating the host Saxons 9-0 in the championship game. “This is a team that will put the ball in play and will do a lot of little things right,” said Thornapple Kellogg head coach Tim Penfield. “Baseball is a game of little things. If you can do those right, you’ll have success down the road.” For one of the first times all season, the Saxons didn’t do all the little things defensively and it cost them in the championship as the Trojans jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the opening inning with a couple of Saxon misplays. A single by Marquis Gill, and RBI doubles by Patrick Bobolts and Tyler Karcher were the only Trojan hits in the initial rally. TK would go on to add two runs in the second, one in the third, and then two more in the bottom of the sixth to secure the victory. Hastings’ shortstop Matt Feldpausch throws the ball to first baseman Kevin Maurer for an out in the bottom of the first inning against Thornapple Kellogg Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) the year,” Penfield said. “These kids (from Hastings, Thornapple Kellogg, Lakewood, and Delton) play a lot of Little League and youth baseball together.” The Trojans stared the day with a 12-hit performance against Delton. Bobolts, Robby Enslen, Bultema, McCarty, Andrew Wingeier, Karcher, Thomas Tabor, and Gill all had multiple hits on the day for TK. Dylan VanPutten won game one on the mound for TK, allowing just three hits to the Panthers from Delton. Nick Brindley had two hits and Chris Horrocks one for the Panthers. The Saxons started the tournament by topping Lakewood 3-2. Hastings scored single runs in the first, fourth, and fifth innings to build a 3-0 lead. Tim Hanlon and Micah Huver had RBI singles for the Saxons, and heads up base running by Eric Pettengill accounted for the first Hastings run. Thornapple Kellogg’s Jacob McCarty fires from the mound during the second inning of Saturday afternoon’s championship game at the Hastings Invitational. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Bobolts had an RBI single in the sixth and a two-run single in the second. Jacob Bultema drilled an RBI double for TK in third, but was cut down trying to turn it into a triple. “Middleville has got a very good team,” Evans said. “They’ve got a great approach to the game. They play with a great deal of confidence. They just seem to be a little more aggressive at the plate. We started on our heels this game.” A single in the top of the fourth off the bat of Riley McLean was the only hit off of Trojan staring pitcher Jacob McCarty, who walked one and struck out three in his six innings of work. “This is one of those (tournaments) we point to on the calendar at the beginning of Lakewood rallied late, scoring once in the sixth and once again in the seventh. Riley McLean struck out ten Vikings in his complete game effort, but also walked a couple with two men already on in the seventh to give the Vikings their second run. After those two walks though, McLean struck out the final two Vikings to close out the onerun victory. Hanlon led the Saxon attack with his RBI single and a double. Huver and Mitchell Brisboe had the only other Saxon hits. Lakewood would win a 3-2 thriller in the consolation game, over Delton Kellogg. Delton tied that game at 2-2 on a two-out RBI single from Cody Warner in the top of the seventh only to see Lakewood come back with an RBI single from Spencer Schuiling in the bottom half of the inning to win it. Ryan Hook was the tough-luck loser for DK, going all the way in game. He struck out five, walked three, and allowed seven hits. Brian Satterly and Aaron Hawkes combined on the mound for the Vikings, with Hawkes picking up the win in relief. That pair allowed just five Delton hits. Brad Meyers led the Delton attack with two hits, including an RBI double. Brindley chipped in two singles as well. HHS golf still in bottom half of Gold The competitive O-K Gold Conference boys’ golf season continued Tuesday, with the league jamboree hosted by Forest Hills Eastern at Egypt Hills. South Christian edged the host Hawks for the top spot by one stroke, 155 to 156, to win its second jamboree in three tries. Hastings finished sixth for the second time, getting a 42 from Brian Baum, a 43 from Danny Buehler, a 48 from John Kalmink, and a 50 from Taylor Klotz. Catholic Central edged Wayland on a fifth score tie-breaker for third, as both teams’ top four golfers finished with a total score of 164. Caledonia was fifth with a 173, followed by Hastings 183, Thornapple Kellogg 192, and Ottawa Hills NTS. Last Thursday at Broadmoor in Caledonia the Saxons’ had their highest league finish of the season so far, placing fifth. The Saxons were in the middle of a three-way tie, as Caledonia and South Christian matched the Saxon total of 170. Catholic Central took the day’s title with a 160, followed by Wayland 167, Forest Hills Eastern 168, Caledonia 170, Hastings 170, South Christian 170, Thornapple Kellogg 181, and Ottawa Hills 251. The Saxons got a 39 from Kalmink, a 43 from Baum, and 44s from Klotz and Buehler. In between those two league competitions, the Saxons placed fourth at the 19-team Pennfield Invitational at Marywood Saturday. Gull Lake took the day’s championship with a 326, followed by Harper Creek 328, Williamston 338, and Hastings 344. The Saxons got an 89 from Baum, and a 90 from Kalmink. Buehler and Cody Davis combined for an 87 in the best ball competition, and Klotz and Nick Petersen scored a 78 in the scramble. Delton Kellogg finished tenth on the day with a 378, and Maple Valley 11th with a 381. Delton’s two individual scores were an 85 from Mitchell Wandell and a 103 from Zach Simon. The Panther best ball team of Conner Worm and Nick Blincoe scored a 94, while Kasey Braska and Adam Farah teamed up for a 91 in the scramble. For Maple Valley, Caleb Walker scored a 93 and R.J. Browne a 102. In the best ball, Clint Franklin and Ian Cogswell combined for an 84. In the scramble, James Samaan and Dale White teamed up for a 97. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-04-29.pdf 1385b9532913d2ae45eec28c777d42fe PDF Text Text YMCA honors Bob & Pudge King 13 banks impact U.S. economy Gold leaders close in on championship See Story on Page 3 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 22 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 17 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, April 29, 2010 Voters to decide millage renewal for Charlton Park NEWS BRIEFS Vote is May 4 Habitat’s Swiss steak, chicken dinner is Friday Volunteers from Habitat for Humanity of Barry County will be cooking up large quantities of Swiss steak and chicken for a fundraising dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 30, at the First United Methodist Church, 209 W. Green St. in Hastings. The meal is available for a freewill offering. Proceeds will help build another Habitat home for a local family. Anyone who would like to make a taxdeductible donation to Habitat and cannot attend the dinner, may send a check to Barry County Habitat for Humanity, PO Box 234; Hastings 49058. For more information about the local Habitat, call 269-948-9939. ‘Rock for Love’ to benefit Love Inc. A benefit concert for Love Inc. of Barry County to help county residents in need is set for 6 p.m. Friday, April 30, at Faith United Methodist Church in the old sanctuary, 503 S. Grove St. (M-43), Delton. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. “Rock for Love” is the name of the event, featuring three bands, RELIC, Blue Water Rising and Set on Fire. Admission is a suggested donation of a $2 to $5 cover charge or two to five non-perishable food cans or boxed foods “or whatever amount the Lord places on your heart,” said Mike C. Madill, an organizer of the event and member of Blue Water Rising. Little Miss Delton to be named April 30 The Little Miss Delton 2010 Pageant will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 30, at Delton Middle School’s Room 10-11. The public is welcome. The winner and her court will appear throughout the year with Miss Delton and Miss Delton’s court at various community service activities. The highlight of the year will be reigning over Delton’s Founders Festival, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 13 and 14. There is a $1 admission fee because the pageant is a fundraiser for Miss Delton 2010 Chelsea Martin and her court members Brianna Russell, Chelsea Vincent, Meghan Boer and Kelsey Sofia. Funds they raise throughout their reign will be donated back to the a charity or service organization of their choice. Choral society presents sixth annual follies The Lakewood Area Choral Society will present its sixth annual follies at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 1, at Grace Community Church, located on M-79, one mile west of Nashville. This year’s theme is a takeoff on “The Muppet Show.” Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Advance tickets for $5 are available through any choral society member. Any unsold tickets will be available at the door for $7. The follies serve as the opening performance for the choral society’s 25th anniversary season. See NEWS BRIEFS, continued on page 2 by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Nearly 300 acres of land with access to a 300-acre lake is one of Barry County’s special destinations. It’s known as Historic Charlton Park, Village, Museum and Recreation Area. County voters will be asked Tuesday, May 4 to support Charlton Park by approving a millage renewal proposal when they go to the polls to vote for school board candidates. Voters will be asked to renew .2259 mill for seven years to provide funds for operation and maintenance of Charlton Park, including its museum and historic village. Keith Ferris, director of Charlton Park, points out that “it’s not going to cost (property owners) any more than it’s costing today because there are no additional taxes. Some people don’t, I think sometimes, understand what the word renewal means. It basically means no additional taxes.” The millage renewal will raise approximately $420,000 for Charlton Park during the first year, he said. If the millage is renewed, a property owner with a home that has a market value of $100,000 (taxable value of $50,000) would pay $11.30 per year and maybe less in the next several years because of declining mar- ket values of homes in the county. “It will probably go down a little bit,” Ferris said of the millage. The renewal millage, upon approval, will be collected starting this year and through 2016. Charlton Park is financially sound, thanks to past support from citizens of the county and attendance revenues from special events. “This year will end with a positive fund equity balance, as it has for the last three years. “We’re not in debt. We have an administrative board that is active and helps manage the place,” Ferris said. “Charlton Park is a very important part of Barry County,” Ferris said. “Irving Charlton donated the property to the county in 1939 basically to preserve it for education purposes and for future generations. I think that is the key behind this. All the previous management of the park have basically held true to his wishes. We have a recreation area where we have a boat launch, beach and pavilions and many shelters that can be rented for family reunions.” There are 17 historic buildings that comprise the historic village, and those structures showcase the crafts and culture of early rural Michigan life. MILLAGE, continued on page 6 Seven compete for two seats on Delton school board by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Seven candidates have announced bids to serve on the Delton Kellogg Board of Education, and Tuesday’s election should determine who will occupy the two seats. One of the board positions is for a full, four-year term, while the other is a partial, two-year term. The availability of the seat carrying a partial term was a result of Sandra Barker’s resignation from the board last year, which led to Paul Hughes being appointed by the board to fill the vacancy. Hughes is among the seven candidates in the election. Candidates seeking the four-year seat are incumbent Elizabeth Matteson and challengers Nora Evers, Victor Haas and James McManus. In addition to Hughes, those vying for the two-year seat are challengers Eric Pessell and Marc Robinson. Elected candidates are to begin serving July 1. General information about the candidates follows and was provided by the candidates themselves. Responses from the candidates regarding issues specifically related to Delton Kellogg Schools also follow. The specific issues addressed include a decision reached by the board last year to privatize the custodial staff serving the school system and a proposal to move third and fourth grade classes from the original portion of Delton Kellogg Elementary School to Delton Kellogg Middle School. The elementary school currently houses kindergartners and grades one through four, while the middle school currently houses grades five through eight. (Messages left for Robinson to arrange to have his picture taken for this article were not returned.) Nora Evers Education — graduated from Central Michigan University with bachelor’s degrees in French and German and a master’s degree in the areas of curriculum and supervision. She graduated with a doctorate from Michigan State University, where she studied international education and human ecology. Evers also received secondary teacher certification from CMU. Work experience — in addition to having worked as a teacher and as professor at Kalamazoo College, previously served as assistant principal, principal and superintendent of a German international school. Current occupation — returned to Michigan from Germany about a year ago, after serving as superintendent of the Thuringia School System. Recently, she has been working as a substitute teacher. Political experience — as a school administrator, was involved with politics, and, as a professor at Kalamazoo College, she worked with the Michigan Department of Education in various political capacities. Community involvement — routinely is involved in work to address area “environmental concerns.” Why are you seeking a seat on the school board? “I would like to contribute to the local community schools and feel that my insight and experiences can help to make a difference.” Why do you feel you are the best candidate to serve on the school board? “I have a long career in education and have a vast amount of experiences and training. Thus, I hope to contribute to our local school system as it faces challenges in the coming years.” What do you feel is the most important issue facing the school system? How would you address that issue? “As all Michigan public schools, we are going to face some enormous financial challenges which will surely impact our academic programs. I hope to bring insight and creative problem-solving strategies to help our board face these hurdles.” What is your opinion of how members of the current school board have performed their duties? DK CANDIDATES, continued on page 8 Hastings to take art to the streets by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer In Hastings, art is coming out of the studios and galleries and hitting the streets, thanks to the Hastings Downtown Development Authority leasing 11 works from Midwest Sculpture Initiative. Sixteen sculptures will be on display throughout downtown Hastings; the leased sculptures will be installed from May 2010 through April 2011. The Downtown Business Team and the Thornapple Arts Council will help promote the exhibit in the next year. During the Hastings City Council’s meeting Monday evening, Downtown Development Director John Hart said that 15 of the 16 sculptures would be installed in time for a “soft” opening Thursday, May 6, when the Downtown Business Team holds its biannual Girls’ Night Out event. A formal opening is slated for Friday, June 11, which will include guided tours and outdoor music. Five of the 16 selected sculptures, including “Reflective Moments” by Ruth Gee, “Storm” by Robert R. Garcia, “Friendly Frog,” “Dancing Dragonfly” and “Bookish Butterfly,” by Anderson’s Metal Sculptures, will be owned by the City and Hastings Public Library. “All five were recent acquisitions made possible through generous gifts of support by local supporters of our community,” said Hart. “We hope that the exhibit will spark others to keep some of the remaining leased sculptures on permanent display in the future through similar means of acquisition. We are open to any and all forms of partnership to make it happen.” Members of the DDA viewed nearly 80 works of art before narrowing the selection to 35 which were presented to a committee to review and select the top 15. City staff members then worked with Ken Thompson from Midwest Sculpture Initiative to select the final 11 pieces to display based on their uniqueness, medium, size and a limit of one entry per artist. Hart said that in addition to Girls’ Night Out and the official opening in June, many events are being planned for the spring, summer and fall. The Thornapple Arts Council is helping with promotion and event organization of two schedule ‘exhibits’ of the works, said Hart. The Downtown Business Team will be doing cross promotion during scheduled exhibits and will be sponsoring a few events downtown to encourage visitors to shop, dine and experience the art. “Groups will be contacted and encouraged to plan a visit and make an afternoon of it — shopping, dining and enjoying the vibrant downtown atmosphere,” added Hart. Downtown sculpture walking tour brochures will be available at local shops, restaurants and financial institutions, the Chamber of Commerce, Barry County Courthouse, city hall, Hastings Public Library, the farmers market and at the sites of a few of the sculptures. They also will be made available to groups taking special tours and during special events downtown. Once the art has been installed the and the exhibition has officially begun, the brochures will also be available at various locations throughout the county. “It is so exciting to see the project take hold. The DDA has broad support for the program,” said Hart. “We anticipate many people visiting the downtown to view the public display of the work.” He said he hopes the exhibition will encourage groups or individuals to purchase more works of art for permanent display in the city. “If we are successful in promoting the event and engaging the community in the support of the arts, it is possible that individ- See ART, page 16 Hundreds in Middleville without power after accident Nearly 300 Middleville residents were without power Saturday, April 24, due to a power outage that occurred around 5:30 a.m. after a vehicle struck a utility pole. After the collision, the driver, Kevin John Maceachron, 44, of Hopkins, was arrested for operating while intoxicated in a personal injury accident by Barry County Sheriff’s deputies. The deputies responded to the scene and found that the pole had been sheared off and was hanging from electrical wires, causing arcing. No one was found near the vehicle, and deputies discovered Maceachron had walked to a nearby restaurant to get help for minor injuries. Consumers Energy restored power just before noon after replacing the pole. �Page 2 — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner 70 years of sweetness a success, despite rain Playing through a light rain, the high school jazz band entertains the crowd Saturday morning on the main stage. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) Stephanie Schaffer, 2010 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen, is crowned by 2009 Queen Hannah Gardner. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) Syrup Association President Gene Fisher dons his traditional garb to introduce the children’s parade entries. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) Joyce and Jack Rathburn are grand marshals for the parade, being selected for their many years of community involvement. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) Members of the high school show choir spend a bit of time behind bars to help out the Muscular Dystrophy Association. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) The egg toss is just one of many games the community is invited to play on Sunday of the festival. Winners take home a half-pint of maple syrup. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) Above, Logan and Lowell Halliwill enjoy a sweet elephant ear at the festival. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) Right, Joe Benedict attempts to break the record in the pancake derby contest. Teams of two cooked and ate three pancakes in a race for the top prize. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) Fireworks illuminate the sky Saturday night to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the festival. (Photo by Miller’s Photographic Studio) NEWS BRIEFS continued from front page Concert to benefit Star Elementary The Jessica Price band will perform at 7 p.m. Friday, May 7, at Thornapple Valley Church, 2750 S. M-43 Highway, Hastings. Tickets will be $7 in advance and $10 at the door. All proceeds from the concert will be donated to Star Elementary School in Hastings. Advance tickets are available at Star, Central, Northeastern and Southeastern eleThe Maple Valley High School Band makes its way through Main Street during the grand parade. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) mentary schools from 3:30 to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday and during the day Monday through Friday at Hastings middle and high schools until Friday, April 30. Star will continue to sell advance tickets until the day of the concert. The auditorium doors at the church will open at 6:30 p.m. the day of the concert. Seating is limited and is general admission. Starting at 5:30 p.m. pizza provided by Hungry Howie’s and pop will be available for $1 each. For more information, call Leah Thompson 269-953-5705 or Star Elementary 269-948-4442. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — Page 3 YMCA honors Bob and Pudge King With his wife, Pudge, beside him and supporting him, Bob King served as the director of Barry County YMCA Camp Algonquin for 34 years. Saturday, family and friends gathered on the hill next to the camp’s main lodge for the dedication of a plaque recognizing the Kings for their many years of service to the camp and the community. Circuit Court Judge James Fisher, who spoke at the ceremony, said that King was a very influential person in his life. “I first came to camp in 1955 or 1956 for swimming lessons... in 1965 Bob gave me my first job as a camp counselor, a job I enjoyed for the next four years,” said Fisher. “Being around Bob was a great experience for any young person, and I learned a lot about good values, honesty, fairness, and caring about others from listening to him and watching him as he set the example for all of us. The pay wasn’t great but the life lessons were invaluable... “It is very appropriate that he and Pudge are being honored with a memorial in the form of a rock and plaque, because for all of us here Bob was the rock we could always depend on as we grew up in this community,” he added. “Thank you Bob for all the things you did for me and all the other youth of the community. You had a profound influence on all of us.” Fred Jacobs, who was once a fourth grade student of Pudge King, said of the Kings: “There’s a time in your life when you begin to look back thinking about the people you met along the way that made a big impact on who you turned out to be. When you grow up in a small town it’s easy to name so many people. But, as I look back over the years, Pudge and Bob King stand out to be the two people that remain on the top of my list, with memories I will cherish the rest of my life.” “The rock was special — my dad and I found the rock. When my dad passed away, I thought it would be a great tombstone, but it was too big to put in the cemetery, so I just held on to it, knowing someday I would find the best use for it,” said James. “So, when Tom Wilt called looking for a rock to be used at the camp in honor of Pudge and Bob King, I thought to myself, ‘I’ve got the perfect rock.’’’ Current Barry County YMCA Camp Executive Director Tom Wilt said that the Kings came to Hastings in 1946 with a vision for “a summer camp where kids could have the experience of coming out to learn and live in a group setting where they could overcome fears and build self-esteem.” Wilt added that as the founding camp director, King put in many long hours, and the support of his wife, Pudge was invaluable. “I didn’t have the opportunity to meet Pudge, but I know she was extremely involved and a big part of your life,” Wilt said to King. “And, we want all those who follow to know this camp is the result of Bob and Pudge King,” added Wilt as he pulled a tarp from the rock bearing a photograph of the Kings and a commemorative plaque that reads, “Bob and Pudge King, founding members of Camp Algonquin, 1946 to 1980, in gratitude for the inspirational leadership and love they provided for the children and families of our community.” King became emotional after the cover was taken off, revealing the memorial. “Oh my gosh. I couldn’t have done it with- out Pudge; she helped me with every program,” said King who kissed his fingers and touched them to the photo of Pudge, who passed away in 2008, before addressing those who assembled for the ceremony. “Three score and four years ago ... that’s how Lincoln started his,” quipped King. “When we walked in and saw the camp [in 1946] it looked much the same as it does today — of course, I am having some eye trouble,” he said with a chuckle. “I signed everything as the camp director, but there was a director directing the director, and that was my gal Pudge, and every good idea that came to camp started there.” His son, Tom King, spoke for the family. “The King family would like to thank The special rock, donated by Jim James, a landscaper from Hastings, stands near the main lodge at Camp Algonquin as a reminder to future generations of campers of the couple who were instrumental in founding the camp and making it what it is today. everyone in the community for the wonderful day honoring both Bob and Pudge King, “said Tom. “The monument truly is a fitting tribute to their love of Hastings and its children.” Bob King reacts when the memorial stone is unveiled. The King family gathers around the rock at Camp Algonquin honoring Pudge and Bob King. Pictured are (from left) Tom King, Carol King, Tina King, Jenny King, Bob King, Delaney King, Jason Harr, Susan King, Jim King, Riley King, Stephen King, Rachel King, David King, and Lila King. Hundreds of friends and family applaud as Bob King looks at the memorial honoring his wife, Pudge, and him for their years of service to the YMCA and the countless hours of activities they provided the children and their families throughout Barry County. Bob King listens as current YMCA Director Tom Wilt offers words of thanks for all Bob and Pudge King have done for the community. �Page 4 — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Charlton Park is good for all ages, and business, too To the editor: With the upcoming millage vote to continue county support of Charlton Park, I got to thinking about just how much the park has meant to me personally. First, as a young child, I remember many tractor shows spent with my family and friends at the park and class trips at all different times of the year. As a teen and young adult, I remember tractor shows and Bluegrass festivals — sitting in front of the church on the hill watching parades and bands and getting sunburned. As a bride, I remember looking out over the village beside my groom. As an adult, I have spent time (again) at the tractor shows with my family. I also have to think about the fact that without the park in operation, I may not have had a job. For the past 21 years, I have managed the Thornapple Lake Trading Post. The park is instrumental in the success of this business and many others in the immediate area and surrounding communities. I feel that if we support our park, our park will in turn support us. Debra Geiger, Lake Odessa “Big” is often thought of as “bad” To the editor Macrophobia, the fear and loathing of things that are big, is fun to observe in a political context. All of us have heard people criticize “big oil,” “big insurance, “big banks,” “big Wall Street companies,” etc. These are manifestations of macrophobia. Some of us criticize “big government,” mostly because it is too expensive, too intrusive and too unresponsive. However, those of us who are not macrophobic do not criticize other large organizations on the basis of size. Our complaints are very specific as to the organization, identifying it by name, and clearly and analytically identifying the precise transgression which we consider wrong. I note that macrophobic people expect big government to apply the Biden participle to the big organizations they fear and loathe. There is a problem with this expectation. Politicians, such as U.S. Senators and Congressional people, set a high value on those who make big contributions and those who are “big” supporters of their campaigns. These include higher-paid employees of “big” organizations, such as corporations. Many of the contributors and supporters of incumbent Senators and Congresspersons are executives of corporations. If the macrophobia sufferers expect the politicians to apply the Biden participle to these contributions and supporters, they will be disappointed. It is far more likely the Biden participle will be applied to the macrophobic people along with the rest of us. Frederick G. Schantz, Hastings To keep deer out, ban their favorite vegetation To the editor: I think I have an idea on how to stop the deer population in Hastings. Why don’t the city fathers make an ordinance banning trees, shrubs and gardens that the deer like? Maybe they will just go away. Think about it, it’s like moving next to a pig farm and then complaining about the smell. Hal Olsen, Cloverdale Know Your Legislators: U.S. Senate Debbie Stabenow, Democrat, 702 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-4822. Carl Levin, Democrat, Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-6221. District office: 110 Michigan Ave., Federal Building, Room 134, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 456-2531. Rick Tormela, regional representative. U.S. Congress Vernon Ehlers, Republican, 3rd District (All of Barry County), 1714 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515-2203, phone (202) 225-3831, fax (202) 225-5144. District office: Room 166, Federal Building, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 451-8383. President’s comment line: 1-202-456-1111. Capitol Information line for Congress and the Senate: 1-202-224-3121. Michigan Legislature Gov. Jennifer Granholm, Democrat, P.O. Box 30013, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-3400. State Senator Patty Birkholz, Republican, 24th District (All of Barry County), Michigan State Senate, State Capitol, 805 Farnum Building, P.O. Box 3006, Lansing, Mich. 48909-7536. Call: (517) 373-3447. Fax: (517) 373-5849. e-mail: senpbirkholz@senate.michigan.gov State Representative Brian Calley, Republican, 87th District (All of Barry County), Michigan House of Representatives, 351 Capitol, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-0842. e-mail: briancalley@house.mi.gov 13 banks nearly take down the total U.S. economy On Sunday morning, senators Chris Dodd and Richard Shelby, chairman and senior ranking member of the banking committee, respectively, appeared on NBC’s “Meet The Press” to discuss the 1,300-page banking reform bill now before the Senate. During the interview, Dodd said the collapse of the financial system cost Americans $11 trillion in household wealth, 8.5 million jobs and put 20 percent of homeowners into foreclosure. I’m not an economics expert, and writing about Wall Street and the financial sector is above my pay grade, but what the Wall Street gamblers did to citizens across the country was appalling and nothing less than fraud. Seniors across the country lost much of their retirement savings, millions of families lost their homes, while the impact on business and industry has been harsh to say the least. Why did it happen, and will new regulations under discussion in Congress answer the burning question of most Americans: Can we avoid another crisis like the one that was finally recognized in September of 2008? Members of Congress are looking at legislation that will control banks that are “too big to fail.” They want more accountability and a warning system with more control on complex derivatives with exotic mortgages that threatened the nation’s financial system. My old history teacher once said, “If you want to better understand problems of today you only have to look back in history, because history repeats itself.” He was right, because back in 1933, Sen. Carter Glass and Congressman Henry Steagall introduced historic legislation that bears their names today. The legislation sought to “limit the conflicts of interest created when commercial banks are permitted to underwrite stocks or bonds. The law banned commercial banks from underwriting securities, forcing banks to choose between being a lender or an underwriter (brokerage) firm. The act also established the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), insuring bank deposits and strengthens the Federal Reserve’s control over credit.” Over the years, the banking industry has lobbied for reform, loosening the Feds’ tight grip on the banking industry until, after 12 attempts in 25 years, Congress finally repealed Glass-Steagall, allowing financial companies to grow into huge conglomerates. According to William K. Black, an associate professor at the University of Missouri, a regulator during the savings and loan crisis and author of the book, The Best Way to Rob a Bank is to Own One, the FBI identified the epidemic of mortgage control fraud as early as September 2004. Black goes on say, “Those lenders initiated 80 percent of these frauds.” he points out that big banks often do not have the vital records to understand the quality of loans in their files. When banks are allowed to become so large, it makes it harder for regulators to oversee their operations. According to Dodd, 13 banks now control more than 60 percent of the financial industry. In 1901, President Teddy Roosevelt used the Sherman Antitrust Act to break up a conglomerate of three of the richest men in the country to control a lucrative northern rail route. The three tycoons understood that their new venture might violate the Sherman Antitrust Act, but their lawyers assured them they wouldn't have to worry about the government. But their legal team forgot one important fact: They were dealing with Teddy Roosevelt. In February 1902, Attorney General Philander Knox announced that the justice department would be instituting an Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Substance abuse task force to host town hall meeting The prevention of underage drinking will be the topic at a town hall meeting sponsored by the Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force, on Monday, May 3. This communityfocused event will be held in the community room of the Hastings Public Library from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The meeting will include a panel discussion on underage drinking with information relative to parents, youths and community members. Featured speakers will include State Rep. Brian Calley; Lani Forbes, Barry County United Way; Chief Jerry Sarver, Hastings City Police; Pietro Semifero, Michigan State Police Office of Highway Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. investigation of the trust. J. P. Morgan, one of the investors, told Roosevelt to “send your man so we can fix it up.” Roosevelt replied it wasn’t possible, and Knox added, “We don’t want to fix it up; we want to stop it.” The government filed suit, and in March 1904, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down its opinion that the conglomerate had, in fact, violated the Sherman Antitrust Act, and so the group was dissolved, which began Roosevelt’s anti-trust career. If you followed the growth of the banking industry since deregulation, you can see many of the its top players have flipflopped from the financial industry to government positions and back, using their influence as government officials to lobby for less regulation on how these huge banks operate, allowing them to turn Wall Street into a nothing but a casino. What should we do now? Break up the “bankers’ dozen” banks and set limits on how big they can become. The financial industry will be better off with more banks to compete in the marketplace. One of the problems with credit today is that these large institutions have kept most of the cash they received from the Feds to make their organizations look good, while siphoning off millions in huge salaries and bonuses. Now these same legislators are taking part in what I consider to be great theater, appearing as if Wall Stree were the only bad guys. Yet, government leaders knew of the risks and did little or nothing about it. The federal government also played a role in the financial collapse, because it allowed the two largest mortgage lenders, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, to operate outside any logical banking guidelines, giving mortgages to people without the necessary review of their financial situations. And how did the Federal Reserve and other government regulatory agencies miss the demise of the entire system? Apparently, they were asleep at the switch or prowling the Internet for porn sites. What really happened was that there was so much money to be made that all the agencies were turning their backs on the system. Greed prevailed, despite the threat a collapse could have on our entire financial sector, curtailing their ability to leverage the industry, creating Wall Street gamblers and allowing the system to become one of the most powerful special interest groups in the nation. When Congress and previous administrations reduced oversight of the industry, they made it possible for the people with the money to have all the control — not a good situation for investors who relied on these professionals to watch over their investments. One thing we know for sure: the deregulation of the financial industry led to the abuse and collapse of the system that today rests on both political parties as they continue to water down any regulation of the industry, allowing greed to become a part of daily operations. It’s time Congress reinstituted strong controls over the entire financial system to limit the size of huge banking organizations and regulate the movement of top executives in and out of government working to influence their respective industries. As I watched the interviews of top financial executives during Congressional hearings earlier this week, I was reminded just how disheartening the entire disaster really has been. It didn’t have to happen; it shouldn’t have happened. Now these financial hustlers must pay for their sins of turning Wall Street into a rigged casino game. Safety Planning, and 2010 Youth Leadership Summit participants. “Please join us and learn what the task force and our partners are doing to bring positive change to our community,” said Stacey Graham, task force project coordinator. “There is a lot of good work already being done in Barry County.” Pizza and refreshments will be served; door prizes also will be given away to those who attend. “Everyone can do something this prom and graduation season to prevent underage drinking,” added Liz Lenz, coordinator of the Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force. Should state provide health insurance? “Becoming aware of an issue is the most important step in keeping all of our residents safer and healthier.” For additional information, contact Graham at 269-948-4200 ext. 213 or e-mail stgraham@bccmha.org. 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He said it is important to promote and celebrate healthy and high-performing employees. He discussed the need for companies to celebrate “low-risk” employees; it is necessary for people to take care of themselves, not just rely on insurance coverage. Over and over, he stressed “Don’t get worse” and “Help the healthy people in your business stay healthy.” Edington added that “controlling risks leads to the zero trend in costs.” He also told those in the audience that one of the impacts of celebration healthy employees is the positive impact on other employees who work on their own health after interacting and seeing the gains by healthy employees. He focused on the need for companies to provide leadership and for companies and employees to have more energy and to be resilient. Following his talk, Valerie Byrnes from the Barry County Chamber of Commerce announced that the Chamber would have copies of his book for sale at the office. Don Haney, controller at Thornapple Manor, gave a brief overview of the manor’s experience with health savings accounts. Then a panel discussion presented four different experiences with health and wellness programs. Dave Baum from Hastings Fiberglass Products showed how there have been positive changes in wellness in their employees over the past three years. He told everyone at the summit that he is seeing positive changes in the employees. Dennis Quam from Viking Corporation discussed how the wellness programs in Hastings are having a positive impact on other offices of Viking. Julie Hutchins from Hastings Mutual Insurance talked about the 100 percent participation in the wellness program. She discussed some of the special projects and events employees participate in during the year. She, Quam and Baum all talked about establishing Panel members (from left) Julie Hutchins from Hastings Mutual Insurance and Dennis Quam from the Viking Corporation were moderated by David Hatfield from MainStreet Savings Bank. (Photo by Patricia Johns) trust between the administration of each company and its employees, regardless of union membership Fred Jacobs from J-Ad Graphics talked about how the Health Care Coalition has been meeting almost every month for the past five years to encourage the community to work together to encourage better health in companies and community. He described the smoke-free campus and other shared efforts and the impact on costs and on health. The summit ended with presentations from Pennock Health Services. Jim Wincek talked to everyone about the efforts at Pennock Hospital to encourage wellness in employees and opportunities for the community sponsored by the hospital, as well. Thomas Magnifico, director of pharmacy services debunked myths about generic drugs. He stressed that generic drugs have to meet the same Federal Drug Administration requirements as do name-brand drugs. Brenton Webb, who is director of rehabilitation, wellness and specialty services for the hospital, discussed ways to keep employees healthy. He talked about staff parking which is a distance from the hospital entrance. At least on pleasant days, he said, some employees are using the time it takes them to walk from the hospital to their cars as a time to unwind and relax. In the winter ,the hospital has a shuttle service to get employees to their cars in the snow, wind and ice. David Hatfield from the Healthcare Coalition and MainStreet Savings Bank, told the summit attendees that the next coalition effort was to get the community to understand the savings available in generic drug purchas- Dee Edington, PhD, (left) is the author of Zero Trends: Health as a Serious Economic Strategy. 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Plenty of free hot dogs chips and drinks will be provided. The Jessica Price Band will perform from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. followed by other local musical talent. Local not-for-profit organizations are encouraged to reserve spaces to share with the public their services during Charlton Park Day and the many other community events held at the park through the summer. Worship Together… 77545309 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH The Fifth Sunday of Easter - May 2 - Worship Worship 8:00 & 10:45; Sunday School 9:30; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover-grace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Saturday - 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 B OSLEY 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Richard “Dick” Charles Thomas The Charlton Park tram shuttles visitors around the park at the 2009 Charlton Park Day. “Please plan to attend this special event with your family and friends,” encouraged Ferris. “Tour the many historic buildings and enjoy treats at different locations. Play games on the village green and watch roping demonstrations by park employee Tom Campbell.” Guests will have the opportunities to wan- der through the recreation area the park’s tram pulled by a vintage tractor from the park’s collection. To learn more about Charlton Park and the many opportunities to volunteer, visit online at www.charltonpark.org or call 269-945-3775. MILLAGE, continued from page 1 He also noted that the park’s historic church is frequently rented for weddings. The boat launch is on Thornapple Lake, near the mouth of Thornapple River. About 200 picnic tables are available in the park as well as about a dozen grills. The recreation area for swimming, volleyball and boating is always free to county residents and opens on Memorial Day from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and remains open seven days a week through the summer season. The entire Charlton Park is free every day to county residents except during the special events when an admission fee is charged. “I look at it and the Charlton Park Board looks at it like “the citizens are paying money through a millage for the luxury of going out there,” Ferris said. Past millage has helped with maintenance at the park, and some of the recent projects within the past three years have been repairing and painting the exterior of the Upjohn House, carriage barn and the interior of the Bristol Inn; re-roofing the Sixberry House and a pavilion; adding new electrical wiring to the pavilion and other electrical improvements in the park; and improving the boat launch and beach area. “This year we are going to do the tuck pointing of the bricks on the Hastings Mutual building (in the historic village) as well as put a new membrane roof on it,” said Ferris. He describes a membrane roof as “like a big piece of plastic that fits right over the roof and they kind of shrink it right onto the roof.” He also told the Barry County Board of Commissioners that he hopes an interpretive walking trail with benches along a one-quarter mile route will be completed by mid-summer. Volunteers are active at Charlton Park, and they donate more than 5,000 hours of service every year. Special events planned at the park this year are Charlton Park Day, a Father’s Day Car Show, 4th of July celebration and Veterans’ BBQ, a Gas & Steam Engine Show, a Civil War Muster, an Antique Outboard Motor Show & Flea Market, Great Lakes Longbow Invitation, Havoc in Hastings (a medieval event), “Walk in the Spirit” (a Native American pow wow), a Halloween event called “All Hallows Evening,” “Of Christmas Past, four countywide yard sales, swap meets and flea markets. More than 13,000 people attended special events at the park last year, and a similar number are expected this year. Language on the Charlton Park millage renewal proposal is required by Michigan law to designate that some of the millage ($6,764) paid by Hastings city voters and Middleville village voters be disbursed among the Hastings Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA) and Middleville’s DDA. The law provides that when any county entity, such as Charlton Park, has a special millage, tax increment financing authorities (TIFA), such as DDAs, are allowed to capture their entitled tax increment revenues. Only people living in the TIFA jurisdictions or owning businesses or property in the DDA and industrial LDFA zones would have a portion of their Charlton Park millage earmarked for the TIFAs. Consequently, people around the county who do not live in TIFA jurisdictions would not have to be concerned about the issue because all of their Charlton Park millage funds are earmarked for the park. People who have never been to Charlton Park along with return visitors are being welcomed by Ferris to check out the park and enjoy its facilities and some entertainment during the free Charlton Park Day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday (May 1). The rain date is Sunday, May 2. The Jessica Price Band will perform from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., followed by local talent. Free hot dogs, chips and drinks will be provided. Games will be available as well as rope demonstrations and all the historic buildings will be open. “There are going to be volunteers in every building,” Ferris said. One of the features will be an opportunity for visitors to try a hand at one of four spinning wheels that will be set up for the event. “People can sit right down and spin yarn.” College Access Network continues in Barry County by Patricia Johns Michigan College Access Network MCAN came to Hastings and Barry County April 15. Members of the Youth Pillar of the Barry County HomeTown Partners invited area professionals and others to a planning session for the Michigan College Access Network (MCAN) at Kellogg Community College in Hastings. Brandy Johnson-Faith, college access coordinator from Gov. Jennifer Granholm’s office, discussed MCAN and what it will mean to Barry County. Local college access programs provide college application and financial advising, last-dollar scholarships, college visit opportunities, resource centers, retention programs, career guidance and more. She told the group that post-secondary education is the goal of MCAN, including professional training. Following the meeting, members of he Youth Pillar began working on a $8,000 planning grant for Barry County and hope participants from the community and area school districts will participate in the process. Representatives from the Barry Intermediate School District and the Thornapple Kellogg School District were at Thursday’s meeting. The Barry Community Foundation, which supports the HomeTown Partners efforts in Barry County, has learned there is up to an additional $100,000 available to support the new program. “It is an opportunity that we are very excited to bring to Barry County,” said Barry Community Foundation Director Bonnie Hildreth. The Youth Pillar of HomeTown Partners has decided to move forward and apply for the $8,000 planning grant. The Youth Pillar will begin this process with assistance from the newly formed planning committee which includes: Jeff Jennette, Barry Intermediate School District; Jodi Borowicz, Delton HASTINGS, MI - Richard "Dick" Charles Thomas, age 84, of Hastings passed away peacefully with his family at his side, Saturday, April 24, 2010 after a long illness. He was born the son of Arthur and Pearl (Moore) Thomas on May 17, 1925 and was raised in Hastings. During World War II he served in the army with the Anti-Aircraft Artillery Automatic Weapons Battalion, stationed in Germany. He was honorably discharged on March 17, 1946. On October 27, 1946 he married Audrey E. McCrumb. They had three children, Lynette, Bryan and Laurie. He worked for Consumers Power Company as a lineman for several years, then bought a farm on Woodlawn Avenue, which he worked as a self-employed farmer until his retirement. He was the Hastings Charter Township supervisor and tax assessor for 22 years. He was also active in 4-H, Michigan Milk Producers Association, Democratic Party, Moose Lodge, and the Committee of 33 at Hastings High School. He and his wife traveled extensively to five other continents. He enjoyed his family, dancing and friends. Always there with a helping hand to anyone in need. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Bryan and a brother, Owen. Richard is survived by his wife, Audrey; daughters, Lynette (Karl) Kaiser, and Laurie Thomas both of Hastings; 13 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; brother, Mason (Helen) Thomas of Hastings; brother-in-law Gary (Kay) Slocum of Tucson, AZ and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at Girrbach Funeral Home, with Rev. Bonnie McPherson officiating. Burial was in the Hastings Charter Township Cemetery with full military honors by the American Legion Post 45, Hastings and the US Army active duty. Memorial contributions may be directed to Barry Community Hospice, 450 Meadow Run, Hastings, MI 49058 Arrangements are by Girrbach Funeral Home. Please share a memory with Richard’s family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Barbara M. Osgood Brandy Johnson-Faith, college access coordinator. Kellogg Schools; Jeff Wolverton, Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation; Anita Hendrickson, Pennock Hospital; Bob Nida, Family Court; Jeff Mansfield, City of Hastings; Denise Newman, Kellogg Community College; Eric Proseus and Steve Guikema, Thornapple Kellogg Schools; Michigan State University Extension of Barry County and the Barry Community Foundation. The Youth Pillar and the planning committee will develop the structure and gather the necessary data to complete the planning grant application by August 6. Anyone who is interested in joining this process, should contact Laurie Black at 269-945-0526 or laurie@barrycf.org. Anyone who would like to learn more about the MCAN, may visit the website at www.micollegeaccess.com. For more information about the HomeTown Partnership or the MCAN grant process, call the Barry Community Foundation at 269-945-0526. DELTON, MI - Barbara M. Osgood, of Delton, age 72, went to be with her Lord, April 25, 2010. Barbara was born August 3, 1937, in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Ira and Maybelle (Hart) Osgood. She was a graduate of Michigan State University, where she earned a bachelor of science degree in nursing. Barbara was a registered nurse at Pennock Hospital, a public health nurse in Hillsdale, a surgical nurse, at the Coldwater State Hospital, and a registered nurse at Thornapple Manor in Hastings. For four years she was a nurse for the United Brethren Mission Hospital in Mattru, Sierra Leone, West Africa. Barbara enjoyed traveling, gardening, feeding birds, knitting and crocheting. Her afghans that she has given as gifts will be cherished by her nieces and nephews. A lifelong member of the McCallum United Brethren Church, Barbara read the Bible daily and had completely read it over 48 times. Barbara is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Stephen and Jennie Osgood, of Delton; a sister, Elizabeth Roblyer, of Delton; longtime friend, Ruth Humphrey of Litchfield; many nieces and nephews. The funeral service was conducted, Wednesday, April 28, 2010, at McCallum United Brethren Church, Otis Lake Road, Delton, with Pastors Ronald Watterly and Gerald Gallaway, officiating. Burial took place in Prarieville Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the McCallum United Brethren Church will be appreciated. Please visit www.williams-goresfuneral.com to view and sign Barbara's online guest book. Arrangements made by Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Delton. �Social News Barry County to celebrate Law Day with ceremony and mock trials When Barry County observes Law Day Friday, April 30, nine fourth grade classes from Hastings Area Schools will take over the district, probate and circuit courtrooms to hold mock trials during the morning before the day will wraps up with a reception, ceremony and luncheon. The mock trails are open to the public (parents, friends and others). The following is a listing of the times, classes, courtrooms, and hosting attorneys: 8:30 to 9:20 a.m., Mary Ackerson, Southeastern Elementary, district court, hosted by Chris Elsworth; 8:30 to 9:20 a.m., Michelle Auten, Southeastern Elementary, probate court, Julie Nakfoor Pratt; 8:30 to 9:20 a.m. Carrie Yonkers, Barry County Christian, circuit court, Marcel Stoetzel; 9:30 to 10:20 a.m. Marianne Seidl, Central Elementary, district court, Nathan Tagg; 9:30 to 10:20 a.m., Jamie Murphy, Central Elementary, probate court, Tom Evans; 9:30 to 10:20 a.m., Carolyn Meitz, Central Elementary, circuit court, Jessica Payne; 10:30 to 11:20 a.m. Tammy Nemetz, Star Elementary, district court, Kerri Selleck; 10:30 to 11:20 a.m. Katie Youngs, St. Rose, probate court, David Makled; 10:30 to 11:20 a.m. Julie Severns, Star Elementary, circuit court, Carol Jones Dwyer. From 11 a.m. to noon a reception will be held for honored guests in the community room on the first floor of the Barry County Courts and Law Building. From noon until 1 p.m. there will be a Law Day ceremony in the circuit courtroom with keynote speaker Congressman Pete Hoekstra and the presentation of the Liberty Bell Award to Larry and Earlene Baum. Law Day wraps up with a Barry County Bar Association luncheon for honored guests at the County Seat Lounge and Restaurant. Fire, road millage renewals on Johnstown ballot Stricklands to celebrate 50th wedding anniversary Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 ~ Great For Mother’s Day! ~ Celebrating Our ... 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Let your presence be the best gift of all. fresh foods and resources. Delton has a strong community base, and many residents already do the things we are talking about. We thought we’d offer an informal opportunity for others to share their ideas, interests and talents to see what may come of it. It’s a chance to learn from each other.” The event will be free to attend. Delton District Library is located at 330 N. Grove St. (M-43) in Delton. Your one stop shop for ALL your landscaping needs! M Vivian Rairigh to celebrate 80th birthday An informal gathering will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 29, at the Delton District Library, at which area residents are invited to discuss locally grown food. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about resources for locally grown food and how they can work together to provide healthy, fresh food for themselves and their families. Cindi Mursch, the organizer of the event, explained that the impetus for the gathering can be traced to Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. “This idea grew out of a workshop held at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute last fall,” she said. “The workshop, ‘Training for Transition,’ talked about the need to strengthen our local communities to help overcome higher energy costs and less availability of Garden Center g n & Landscaping Ewi Four townships meeting to improve zoning standards for Gun Lake Representatives from the four townships surrounding Gun Lake met to discuss developing common zoning ordinances for lake shore properties. Orangeville, Martin, Wayland and Yankee Springs townships joined with Barry County to uncomplicate the process of building and making property improvements, wrote Yankee Springs Township Zoning Administrator Robert Lippert in a press release. The proposed changes will be presented at a public informational meeting May 6 at the Orangeville Township Hall, 7350 Lindsey Road, Plainwell, at 7 p.m. Public comment will be welcomed. “This cooperative effort blunts an unpopular movement to form a village of Gun Lake which, according to critics, would add another layer of government bureaucracy,” said Lippert. “Estimates of new taxes to support a village have ranged from an unlikely low of 2 mills to as much as 20 mills.” For additional information contact Yankee Springs Township, 284 N. Briggs Road, or call 269-795-9091; or e-mail robertlippert@yankeespringstwp.org. Locally grown food to be discussed at Delton District Library 77545367 Wendell and Wilma Strickland will celebrate 50 years of marriage on Saturday, May 8, 2010 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Dowling Country Chapel United Methodist Church in Dowling, Mich. on M-37 Highway. Please come and help us celebrate this joyous occasion along with their children and families. No gifts, please. Barry County’s Johnstown Township is the only township in the county to have a township millage request on the Tuesday, May 4 ballot. Voters are being asked to renew one mill for fire protection and renew .5 mill for road improvement. Marshall Warren, the Queen’s Attorney; Maeve Dwyer as the Queen; Brianna Montour as Rumplestiltskin; and Helen Macqueen as Rumplestiltskin’s Attorney participate in a mock trial in this circa 2002 file photo. 0 Dunlops to celebrate 65th wedding anniversary Phillip and Jacqueline (Johnson) Dunlop of Pine Lake, Plainwell, were married May 1, 1945. Phillip has been at the orchard at Pine Lake since he was five years old in 1931 and remembers holding the reins of the horses while his father sprayed the fruit trees. Jaqueline’s father was the last blacksmith in Doster. They have three daughters, Patricia Flanders, Phyllis Rogers and Rose Robart. They have seven grandchildren and six greatgrandchildren. They will have an open house May 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the barn at 12735 Pine Lake Rd. Look for the Pine Lake Orchard sign. The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — Page 7 Satisfactio Guaranteed Repairs! ® The Jason Rose ~ 7-26-78 to 4-25-04 ~ THE REVUE In its’ 15th season presents… The Children’s Musical SHOW DATES: April 30, May 1 & 2, May 7, 8 & 9, 2010 Fridays and Saturdays at 7 pm and Sundays at 3pm Doors open 30 minutes before curtain 301 N. Main St., Nashville (Across the street from Hastings City Bank 07540913 It’s been six years. Forever loved and remembered. _Éäx? `|Çwç? ]AVA tÇw YtÅ|Äç 77543076 Tickets Available at the door or reserved seating recommended by emailing therevue1@yahoo.com or by calling 517-749-1229 07540935 Adults $10, Seniors/students $8, children 12 and under $5 �Page 8 — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner DK CANDIDATES, continued from page 1 “Our school board consists of dedicated and committed individuals who have the best in mind for our children. As it is time for some members to step down, I am looking forward to fill the gaps that they will leave.” What is your opinion of privatization — like the kind demonstrated at Delton Kellogg Schools by its custodial staff — being utilized as a way to save money? “In a small district, it is always better to keep the jobs at home, as it usually guarantees a more solid and personal commitment. However, I am sure that our present board thoroughly researched all the possibilities and came up with what they felt was the best possible solution.” What is your opinion of the proposal to move third and fourth grade classes from the elementary school to the middle school? “The present elementary building is in bad shape; I know from substitute-teaching there frequently. I do not know all the challenges that bringing two grade levels to the middle school building will mean. However, I served at Olivet Middle School as the ... principal for five years, and we had a fourth- through eighth-grade level building, which worked out fine. At times, a school district must make decisions regarding grade level placement on the reality of the building situation. I would hope that the board and administrators have thoroughly investigated all possibilities and have listened extensively to the community in order to make this decision.” Victor Haas Education — graduate of Delton Kellogg High School. Work experience — employed with the United States Postal Service for 34 years, 25 of which he served as a postmaster. Current occupation — postmaster of the Delton Post Office for five years. Political experience — has not served in any political capacity. Community involvement — member of the Delton Area Rotary Club; coached athletics for Delton Kellogg Schools for more than 20 years. Why are you seeking a seat on the school board? “I think we need to ask ‘why’ on a lot of the decisions the school is making. I also think we need to find a better way to communicate with the people of this school district.” Why do you feel you are the best candidate to serve on the school board? “I have lived in this community for over 50 years and understand what the people expect from our school. I also have over 30 years of experience working with budgets and union contracts.” What do you feel is the most important issue facing the school system? How would you address that issue? “The funding of all schools. We need to provide the best possible education with the money we have.” What is your opinion of how members of the current school board have performed their duties? “No comment.” What is your opinion of privatization — like the kind demonstrated at Delton Kellogg Schools by its custodial staff — being utilized as a way to save money? “The funding crisis in this district and state puts everything on the table when it comes to spending. I think you have to look at everything — from the superintendent to paper and pencils.” What is your opinion of the proposal to move third and fourth grade classes from the elementary school to the middle school? “I would need more information before forming an opinion.” Paul Hughes Education — graduate of Lincoln Technical Institute’s diesel technology program. Work experience — has owned and operated Countryside Equipment for the past 25 years. Current occupation — works at Countryside Equipment, repairing farm equipment. Political experience — served on the Delton Kellogg Board of Education for 16 years prior to being appointed to the board last year. Community involvement — attends Faith United Methodist Church, where he works with youths in various areas, including music. Why are you seeking a seat on the school board? “I am seeking re-election because I have enjoyed — well, most of the time — serving on the school board in the past.” Why do you feel you are the best candidate to serve on the school board? “I think I am the best candidate because of my experience from being on the board.” What do you feel is the most important issue facing the school system? How have you addressed or worked to address that issue? “Finances have been a big challenge for the past few years. We have been watching the budget and making cuts where we can.” How would you describe your performance as a member of the school board? “I think I work with others on the board and in the school system well. I am not afraid to stand for what I think is right.” What is your opinion of privatization — like the kind demonstrated at Delton Kellogg Schools by its custodial staff — being utilized as a way to save money? “I was for the privatization of the custodians.” What is your opinion of the proposal to move third and fourth grade classes from the elementary school to the middle school? “At some point, I am not sure when, if the enrollment continues to decline, we will need to move some classes to what is now called the ‘middle school.’ We can’t heat and maintain buildings where many of the rooms are empty. We need to use the space we have in the best way possible. In my opinion, there is still work that needs to be done to ensure that what we do is the right thing.” Elizabeth Matteson Education — earned a certificate in Christian education from Grand Rapids School of the Bible and Music; also studied computer science at Grand Rapids Community College. Work experience — worked as a computer programmer for Grand Rapids Public Schools before working as a secretary for Matteson Marine, which is owned by her husband and his brother. Current occupation — office manager and corporate secretary of Matteson Marine. Political experience — has served on the Delton Kellogg Board of Education for 16 years. She also has served on the Barry Intermediate School District Board of Education for four years. Community involvement — involved with the community through Matteson Marine; is a member of Calvary Church of Wayland and attends Kalamazoo Valley Family Church. Why are you seeking a seat on the school board? “Sixteen years ago, I made a commitment to serve Delton Kellogg Schools. The issues may have changed over the years, but I still have one outstanding goal. That goal is that every student receive the very best education, so that they can grow into successful, productive and fulfilled individuals. My three children graduated from Delton, and now three of my seven grandchildren attend Delton Schools.” Why do you feel you are the best candidate to serve on the school board? “I have learned a lot while on the board over the last 16 years. I have taken classes through MASB [Michigan Association of School Boards] on boardsmanship and also legislative classes to be a better board member. I have served with four superintendents, and I have served on many committees within the school system. I also feel I have a good working relationship with the present board, superintendent, teachers and staff.” What do you feel is the most important TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held by the Prairieville Township Planning Commission on May 19, 2010 at 7:00 P.M. at the Prairieville Township Hall, 10115 S. Norris Road, within the Township. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the item(s) to be considered at this Public Hearing include, in brief, the following: 1. A request by Floyd Gallegos, 15829 Locke Lane, Richland, MI 49083 for a Special Land Use Permit and Site Plan Review for a Gazebo on a front yard at the above address. The subject property 12-280-001-01 is located within the “R2” Residential District. 2. Such other and further matters as may properly come before the Planning Commission for this meeting. All interested persons are invited to be present or submit written comments on this matter(s) to the below Township office address. Prairieville Township will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Prairieville Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Prairieville Township Clerk at the address or telephone number set forth below. 77545356 Jim Stoneburner, Township Supervisor 10115 S. Norris Road, Delton, MI 49046 269-623-2664 issue facing the school system? How would you address that issue? “Keeping the highest quality of education and programs for our students, in spite of declining funds. We need to make sure our students are safe and have every opportunity to achieve their goals. We have to give our teachers every opportunity for professional development so they can deliver the very best education for each of our children.” How would you describe your performance as a member of the school board? “Serving on the Delton Kellogg Board of Education is a commitment I take seriously. In 16 years, I have missed two regular board meetings. Every vote requires weighing the pros and cons, studying all the information that I can find and making an informed decision (with a lot of prayer). I also spend a lot of time studying educational issues from Lansing and Washington. Everything they do affects us.” What is your opinion of privatization — like the kind demonstrated at Delton Kellogg Schools by its custodial staff — being utilized as a way to save money? “I don’t want anyone to lose their job. We first have to do what is best for our students, that is why we are here. If we have to make cuts, we have to explore all privatization; in some cases, it won’t save us money. For instance, with busing, we got bids and found out that with buses that we own and with all bus drivers part-time, privatizing would cost us more. Privatizing the custodial staff saved us $300,000 this year. Did I like doing it? No. But sometimes we have to do what is unpopular to save programs that are important to our students.” What is your opinion of the proposal to move third and fourth grade classes from the elementary school to the middle school? “Nothing is decided about putting the third through fifth grade somewhere together. We have been studying research that says that a lower elementary with kindergarten through second together and an upper elementary with third through fifth has advantages to the learning environment for those grades. If it’s best for learning, it is something we have to consider. Nothing is being planned for this year. Parents, teachers and staff have a lot of good ideas for us to consider before a decision is made. We have to explore all options.” James McManus Education — graduated from Valparaiso University with a bachelor’s degree in geography and meteorology; received a master’s degree in geography from Western Michigan University. Work experience — has been the director of planning and zoning in Barry County for more than 15 years and served as a part-time instructor at WMU for nearly 20 years. Current occupation — director of planning and zoning in Barry County and a part-time instructor at WMU. Political experience — member of the Barry County Agricultural Preservation Board, Barry County Brownfield Authority, Barry County Economic Development Alliance, Hastings Area Joint Planning Committee and West Michigan Soil Erosion Control Network. Community involvement — member of Dads of Great Students and coaches 5- to 10year-old girls in the American Youth Soccer Organization. He also has assisted with Operation 16, a project involving the remodeling of a classroom at Delton Kellogg Middle School, and promoted, both formally and informally, the Delton area to investors and families. Why are you seeking a seat on the school board? “I have four children in DK schools: a fifth grader, a fourth grader, a second grader, and my youngest is in kindergarten, so the future of DK schools is very important to me and my family. I also personally believe that board members, if possible, should be parents of children in school so they have a stake in the decisions that are made.” Why do you feel you are the best candidate to serve on the school board? “In my position in Barry County, I have had to make many decisions, both popular and unpopular, that effect the future of the county, so I believe that I am uniquely qualified to handle the challenges of being a school board member. I can also offer a perspective from a person who works with the ‘finished product’ in college. Finally, my wife, my two brothers, and my sister-in-law are all teachers in other public school districts, so I will be able to bring ideas to the table that may have worked in other districts.” What do you feel is the most important issue facing the school system? How would you address that issue? “I think the most important issue facing the district is providing maximum learning opportunities for all students, even as revenues stay stagnant or diminish within the district. This can be done by offering a varied class schedule, by partnering with neighboring districts and the ISDs [intermediate school districts], or by connecting online with outlying districts. Upgrading the facilities Victor Haas James McManus Paul Hughes Elizabeth Matteson Eric Pessell Nora Evers may be needed to be innovative with other districts.” What is your opinion of how members of the current school board have performed their duties? “I think the current board has worked very hard keeping the district afloat while struggling with the declining enrollments and revenues. I am concerned about the number of families who have chosen other schools over DK, and it is my goal to make DK a schoolof-choice destination.” What is your opinion of privatization — like the kind demonstrated at Delton Kellogg Schools by its custodial staff — being utilized as a way to save money? “Although unpopular, privatization was a necessary decision, looking at the short-term budget shortfalls and long-term sustainability of the district. Any money saved when the district stabilizes should be earmarked for facility upgrades.” What is your opinion of the proposal to move third and fourth grade classes from the elementary school to the middle school? “With a declining enrollment, I think it is important to maximize the existing school facilities in terms of the budget and in terms of the ability to learn. If the decision is made to optimize the use of the middle school, then subsequent decisions must be made to upgrade the facilities in all of the classrooms to support a positive learning environment.” Eric Pessell Education — graduated from Olivet College with a bachelor’s degree in biology. Work experience — has worked in the field of public health for 16 years. Current occupation — director of environmental health for the Barry-Eaton District Health Department. Political experience — while employed in Jackson County, served on the Recycle Jackson Board; currently serves on the Barry County Solid Waste Oversight Committee. He has addressed legislators at state Senate NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held April 27, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77540795 committee hearings and has been part of stakeholder groups organized by Sen. Patricia Birkholz. Community involvement — serves on two Delton Kellogg Schools’ committees, including its building trades oversight committee and facilities committee. He participates in an area clean-up event every spring. Why are you seeking a seat on the school board? “I believe a school board needs to have members with executive/administrative experience that can bring a broad perspective to the table. Especially under the current circumstances, this may be more important now than ever before. I believe I will bring that perspective to this board.” Why do you feel you are the best candidate to serve on the school board? “I will bring 11 years of administrative experience. I also will bring a decision-ethic based on one simple principle: ‘seek first to understand, then be understood.’ I don’t purport to know everything, but I will make one promise, I will educate myself on issues before making decisions or casting votes. Lastly, the most important role a board member can provide is communication in an open and considerate environment; I will bring that role to this board.” What do you feel is the most important issue facing the school system? How would you address that issue? “Very complicated question, but, if I had to choose one, I would say proper funding to run a first-class school. I would address this by finding every opportunity available to help shape policy in Lansing that allows communities to take back their school systems and end the current, broken system that focuses on dollars and not education.” What is your opinion of how members of the current school board have performed their duties? DK CANDIDATES, continued on page 13 PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS An alternate and regular board position open. If interested apply by May 5, 2010. 10115 S. Norris, Delton, MI 49046 (269) 623-2664 77545358 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — Page 9 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark C Penord, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 6, 2007, and recorded on February 9, 2007 in instrument 1176231, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York, as Trustee for the holders of the Certificates, First Horizon Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series FH07FA2, by First Horizon Home Loans, a division of First Tennessee Bank National Association, Master Servicer, in its capacity as agent for the Trustee under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred One Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Three And 65/100 Dollars ($101,983.65), including interest at 8.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 49 1/2 feet of Lot 638 and the East 3 1/2 feet of Lot 637 of the Village, now City, Hastings according to the plat thereof recorded in Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545202 File #320793F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Amy K Rogers, and Everett D Rogers, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated June 8, 2007, and recorded on June 18, 2007 in instrument 1181844, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Two And 87/100 Dollars ($87,942.87), including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel in the East 100 acres of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 12, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, described as: Beginning 145 feet East of the Southwest corner of said 100 acres; thence North 355 feet; thence East 223 feet; thence South to Highway; thence West to beginning. This Deed is given pursuant to a land contract between the parties dated January 26, 1998 grantors do not warrant any acts or omissions of grantees since the date of said land contract, subject to easements, reservation, restrictions and limitations of record, if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544718 File #312689F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rhonda S Alvarado, an unmarried woman, and Todd Mackie, an unmarried man as joint tenants with full rights of survivorship, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 6, 2002, and recorded on September 10, 2002 in instrument 1087213, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Forty-Three And 78/100 Dollars ($144,043.78), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: Lot 37 and 47, Eagle Point No. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 16. Also: Commencing at the South-West Corner of Lot 37 of the Plat of Eagle Point No. 2; running thence South 15 feet; thence East 91 feet; thence North 15 feet; thence West along the South line of said Lot 37 to place of beginning. Also: Commencing at the South-West corner of Lot 47 of the plat of Eagle Point No. 2; running thence South 15 feet; thence East 60 feet; thence North 15 feet to the Southeast corner of said Lot 47; thence West along the South line of said Lot 47 to place of beginning. Also: Beginning at the North-East corner of Lot 47; running thence East 20 feet; thence South 4 degrees West 65 feet; thence West 20 feet; thence North 4 degrees east along the East line of said Lot 47, 65 feet to the place of beginning. Also Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 37 of the plat of Eagle Point No. 2; thence South 15 feet for place of beginning thence South 5 feet; thence East 91 feet; thence North 5 feet; thence West to the place of beginning. Also: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 47 of the plat of Eagle Point No. 2; thence South 15 feet for the place of beginning thence South 5 feet; thence East 80 feet; thence North 5 feet; thence West 80 feet to the place of beginning. Also, granting a non-exclusive easement for Right-of-Way over a strip of land 5 feet North and South by 20 feet East and West, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 304, Page 65 of Deeds. Parcel 2; Also that part of Lot 36 of the Plat of Eagle Point No. 2, according to the recorded put thereof in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 16 lying between Lot 37 of Eagle Point No.2 and Jordan Lake, described as Beginning at the Southwest corner of Lot 37 of said Eagle Point No. 2; thence Westerly along the Westerly projection of the Southerly line of said Lot 37 to the shore of Jordan Lake; thence Northerly along said shore to its intersection with the Westerly projection of the Northerly line of said Lot 37 of Eagle Point No, 2; thence Easterly to the Northwest corner of said Lot 37 of Eagle Point No. 2; thence Southerly along the Westerly line of said Lot 37, the same being the Easterly line of said Lot 36, to the place of beginning. `The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545220 File #320804F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on March 14, 2008 by Warren A. Kidder, as Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on March 20, 2008 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 20080320-0003152. The Mortgage was modified by a Note/Mortgage Modification Agreement dated November 28, 2008 and recorded in Instrument Number 20081203-0011514 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Forty Five Thousand Four Hundred Sixty and 84/100 Dollars ($45,460.84), including interest at 7% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, May 27, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Orangeville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, said point lies approximately 29.2 feet South and 11.2 feet east of the Southeast corner of Allen’s Acres, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 58 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan; thence North 89 degrees 15' 25" West, 1307.88 feet along the South line of said Section 34; thence South 00 degrees 15' 56" West 431.28 feet along the West line of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, to the true place of beginning; thence continuing South 00 degrees 15' 56" West, 708.84 feet; thence South 89 degrees 22' 19" East, along the South line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, 518.89 feet to the centerline of Norris Road; thence North 12 degrees 38' 20" East, along said centerline, 655.74 feet; thence North 10 degrees 26' 58" East, along said centerline 19.63 feet; thence North 89 degrees 11' 18" West, 170.93 feet; thence North 01 degrees 54' 39" East, 46.57 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15' 25" West, 493.30 feet to the place of beginning. Together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land described as commencing at said Southeast corner of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North 89 degrees 15' 25" West, along the South line of said Section 34, 864.22 feet; thence South 01 degrees 31' 11" West, 229.64 feet; thence South 87 degrees 54' 33" East 62.19 feet; thence South 01 degrees 54' 39" West, 57.86 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing South 01 degrees 54’ 29” West, 175.38 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15’ 25” West 15.00 feet; thence North 01 degrees 54’ 39” East, 160.38 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15’ 25” West 112.70 feet; thence North 01 degrees 54’ 39” East, 15.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 15' 25" East 127.81 feet to the place of beginning. Also together with and subject to the rights of the public over the Easterly 33 feet thereof as used for Norris Road. More commonly known as 4160 Norris Road, Delton, Michigan The redemption period shall be one year from the date of the sale unless the property is deemed abandoned under MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty days from the date of sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank Dated: April 20, 2010 By: /s/ Rachel J. Foster Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 06713499 269-226-2982 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicholas F. Deweerd, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2003, and recorded on July 15, 2003 in instrument 1108594, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-One Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Eight And 49/100 Dollars ($91,688.49), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northwest corner of Section 22; thence East 8 rods for place of beginning; thence South 160 feet; thence West 60 feet; thence North 160 feet; thence East to beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545214 File #316549F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Cathie L. Davis and Mickey Davis, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., Mortgagee, dated August 12, 2004, and recorded on August 23, 2004 in instrument 1132773, and modified by agreement dated March 10, 2005, and recorded on May 16, 2006 in instrument 1146528, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York as trustee for the certificate holders CWALT, Inc., alternative loan trust 2005-21CB mortgage pass through certificates series 2005-21CB as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Six Thousand Eight Hundred Forty-One And 07/100 Dollars ($196,841.07), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel B: That Part Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan, Described As: Commencing At The East 1/4 Corner Of Said Section; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 821.21 Feet Along The North Line Of Said Southeast 1/4 To The Place Of Beginning; Thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 40 seconds West 373.00 Feet; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 247.00 Feet; Thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 40 seconds East 373.00 Feet; Thence South 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds East 247.00 Feet Along Said North Line To The Place Of Beginning. Parcel Is Subject To And Together With An Easement For Ingress, Egress And Utility Purposes As Described In The Easement Description. Easement Description: Subject To And Together With An Nonexclusive Easement Over The Following Described Strip Of Land For Ingress To And-Egress From The Land Conveyed And For The Installation, Operation And Maintenance Of Overhead And/Or Underground Public Utility Facilities. Which Easement Includes The Right To Trim, Cut Down, Remove Or Otherwise Control Any Trees And Brush Now Or Hereafter Growing Within Said Strip: That Part Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan, Described As; Commencing At The East 1/4 Corner Of Said Section; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 821.21 Feet Along The North Line Of Said Southeast 1/4; Thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 40 seconds West 373.00 Feet To The Place Of Beginning Of The Centerline Of A 66 Foot Wide Strip Of Land; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 247.00 Feet Reference Point A; Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds West 253.00 Feet To The West Line Of The East 1/2 Of Said Southeast 1/4 And The Place Of Ending Of The Centerline Of Said 66 Foot Wide Easement. Also Over A 50 Foot Radius Circle, The Radius Point Of Which Is The Above Described Reference Point A. At Such Time That The Street May Be Extended Beyond The Turnaround That Is Proposed To Be Built, Then The 50 Foot Radius Easement Shall Automatically Be Terminated And Only The 66 Foot Easement Shall In Force. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #313041F01 77544922 Synopsis HOPE TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING April 12, 2010 All board members present. 5 guests. Approved: Standing Reports Bills Treasurers Tax Motions Refunds to South Shore Dr. Sp. Assess. Renewal of Clerk’s Notary License Flowers & Plantings for Hall and Cemeteries Advertising old shredder Electric panel at Cedar Creek Cemetery Pavilion Adjourned 7:50 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by Patricia Albert, Supervisor 06713612 SYNOPSIS RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING APRIL 14, 2010 -7:30 P.M. Regular meeting called to order and Pledge of Allegiance. Present: Flint, Greenfield, Bellmore, Hawthorne, Lee, Carr, Hanshaw Absent: None Approved the Agenda as presented. Approved the Consent Agenda as presented. Approved a $3,000 service contract for Green Gables Shelter by roll call vote. Approved a budget transfer to purchase voting equipment. Adopted Resolution #2010-122, Road Resolution, by roll call vote. Adopted Resolution #2010-123, a fire fund deficit elimination plan by roll call vote. Accepted Ordinance #2010-138, Rezoning Request, for first reading by roll call vote. Meeting Adjourned at 8:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Attested to by, Jim Carr, Supervisor 77545318 www.rutlandtownship.org NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE TO: Steven E. Forbes 4168 Thornapple Hills Drive Middleville, MI 49333 YOU ARE HEREBY ADVISED that the mortgage(s) and any extensions thereto, described in the attached Notice of Sale is/are in default, and that foreclosure has commenced pursuant to the power of sale contained in each of said mortgage(s). The date, time and place of the Sheriff’s Sale are set forth in the attached notice, and the total amount due pursuant to said mortgage(s) as of the date of said notice is set forth therein. After the sale, you will lose all right, title, or interest in your property unless you redeem your property prior to the end of the redemption period by making payment to the Register of Deeds for the County in which the land is located, for the full amount of principal, interest, foreclosure costs, taxes, and insurance premiums, and all other costs and expenses, which have accrued and are payable pursuant to the terms of the mortgage as of the date of redemption. The redemption period is set forth in the attached Notice of Sale. Your mortgage (s) is/are being foreclosed pursuant to Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act, which is the statute governing foreclosure of mortgages by advertisement and sale, and which requires neither personal service of Notice nor a hearing prior to said sale. If you wish to challenge either the determination of default or the means of foreclosure (advertisement and sale), you may do so by filing the appropriate action in the Circuit Court for the county in which the land constituting the mortgaged premises is located. Dated: April 22, 2010 LAW OFFICES OF TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. BY: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) Attorney for Union Bank of Lake Odessa BUSINESS ADDRESS: 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 269/948-9400 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by STEVEN E. FORBES, whose address is 4168 Thornapple Hills Drive, Middleville, Michigan 49333, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, as Mortgagee, dated March 7, 2008, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Ionia and the State of Michigan, on March 14, 2008, in Instrument No. 20080314-0002379 as to the parcel below. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses, the sum of $225,972.42 with interest at the rate of 6.25%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgages, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse Mail Lobby on the 10th day of June, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 6.25%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorneys fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, to-wit: UNIT 9 OF THE THORNAPPLE HILLS SITE CONDOMINIUM, A CONDOMINIUM ESTABLISHED BY MASTER DEED RECORDED IN LIBER 560, PAGE 416, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND BEING DESIGNATED AS BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 5, AS AMENDED, WITH RIGHTS IN THE GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN THE MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF THE PUBLIC ACTS OF MICHIGAN OF 1978, AS AMENDED, THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. P.P.#: 08-14-023-007-09 Commonly known as 4168 Thornapple Hills Drive, Middleville, Michigan 49333. The period of redemption will be six months from the date of sale, or if the premises are deemed to be abandoned, then the redemption period shall be thirty days from the date of sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 Union Bank of Lake Odessa DRAFTED BY: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 By: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Estate Of Gary A Hill, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 10428 Cottage Dr, Dowling, MI 49050-9607. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 23, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 23, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 06713796 File # 320806F01 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE TO: Theron K. Carter and Pamela F. Carter 5777 W. Crane Road Middleville, MI 49333 YOU ARE HEREBY ADVISED that the mortgage(s) and any extensions thereto, described in the attached Notice of Sale is/are in default, and that foreclosure has commenced pursuant to the power of sale contained in each of said mortgage(s). The date, time and place of the Sheriff’s Sale are set forth in the attached notice, and the total amount due pursuant to said mortgage(s) as of the date of said notice is set forth therein. After the sale, you will lose all right, title, or interest in your property unless you redeem your property prior to the end of the redemption period by making payment to the Register of Deeds for the County in which the land is located, for the full amount of principal, interest, foreclosure costs, taxes, and insurance premiums, and all other costs and expenses, which have accrued and are payable pursuant to the terms of the mortgage as of the date of redemption. The redemption period is set forth in the attached Notice of Sale. Your mortgage (s) is/are being foreclosed pursuant to Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act, which is the statute governing foreclosure of mortgages by advertisement and sale, and which requires neither personal service of Notice nor a hearing prior to said sale. If you wish to challenge either the determination of default or the means of foreclosure (advertisement and sale), you may do so by filing the appropriate action in the Circuit Court for the county in which the land constituting the mortgaged premises is located. Dated: April 22, 2010 LAW OFFICES OF TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. BY: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) Attorney for Union Bank of Lake Odessa BUSINESS ADDRESS: 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 269/948-9400 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by THERON K. CARTER and PAMELA F. CARTER, whose address is 5777 W. Crane Road, Middleville, MI 49333, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, on December 22, 2006 and recorded at Document #1174658 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses, the sum of $41,644.42 with interest at the rate of 7.50%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgages, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse, County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on the 10th day of June, at 1:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 7.50%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorneys fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, to-wit: THAT PART OF THE S 1/2, SW 1/4, SECTION 17, T4N, R9W, IRVING TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTH 1/4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE S 89º54’09” W 1002.0 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LONE OF SAID SECTION TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE 89º54’09” W 380.62 FEET; THENCE N 00º05’51” W 408.37 FEET; THENCE N 89º54’09” E 70.46 FEET; THENCE N 00º10’33” W 530.84 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE E 1/2 OF THE SAID S 1/2 SW 1/4; THENCE N 89º56’45” E 552.81 FEET ALONG THE S LINE OF THE NORTH 378 FEET OF SAID S 1/2 SW 1/4; THENCE S 00º09’47” EAST 497.79 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE EAST 759 FEET OF SAID S 1/2, SW 1/4; THENCE S 89º54’09” W 145.68 FEET; THENCE S 52º13’24” W 67.79 FEET; THENCE S 21º27’01” W 123.76 FEET; THENCE S 00º33’33” E 284.46 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. Commonly known as: 5777 W. Crane Road, Middleville, MI 49333 Property Tax Identification No. 08-08-017-00450. That after inspection by the lender, the property is determined to be abandoned and therefore the redemption period is shortened from six (6) months to thirty (30) days pursuant to statute. Dated: April 22, 2010 Union Bank of Lake Odessa DRAFTED BY: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 By: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) 77545280 Attorney for Union Bank �Page 10 — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carol A Etts, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 13, 2005, and recorded on December 15, 2005 in instrument 1157753, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank Of New York Mellon Fka The Bank Of New York As Trustee For The Certificateholders Cwabs, Inc. Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-14 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Four Thousand Nine Hundred TwentyFour And 37/100 Dollars ($64,924.37), including interest at 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 63 feet of Lot 9 of Block 6 of H.J. Kenfield's Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 9, except a strip of land 6 feet in width adjoining the street on the Northeasterly corner of said Lot The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544956 File #313991F01 Synopsis PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Regular Meeting April 14, 2010 Supervisor J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Treasurer D. Newhouse, and Trustee J. Grundy. Absent: Trustee B. Miller Also present were 28 guests. Pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence for our troops. Agenda was approved as presented. Minutes were presented to the Board and approved as written. Correspondence reported. Barry County Commissioners Report given. Public comments were received. Fire Departments reports received and place on file. Police Department report received and placed on file. Supervisor Report was given. Treasurer Report was received. Clerk’s report was received. Approved payment of bills. Motion approved to accept Gerry Vanderploeg resignation from Planning Commission with regrets. Motion approved to accept Barb Miller resignation from Zoning Board of Appeals with regrets. Motion approved appoint of Gary Munson to the Planning Commission. Motion to advertise for applications for residents interested in being on the Zoning Board of Appeals. Motion approved PA 116 for Lind Campbell for 12-034-003-01, 12-034-004-00, 12-035-004-40 & 12-034-008-10. Motion approved to the Chair of Zoning Board of Appeals authority to have the Alternate to be paid to attend meetings. Resolution passed for New Cass C and SDM License for Brigance Ventures, LLC. Motion approved to accept Chief Larry Gentry Retirement with regrets. Motion approved to accept Trustee Bill Miller resignation with regrets. Motion approved to appoint Rod Goebel as Trustee. Motion approved to have Prairieville Township Board continue to support of the Southwest Barry County Development Team. Motion approved to appoint Treasurer Deb Newhouse and Supervisor Jim Stoneburner to the Southwest Barry County Development Team. Public comments were received. Board comments received. Meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by: 06713705 Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeffrey Symonds, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA (the "Savings Bank") from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, acting as receiver for the Savings Bank and pursuant to its authority under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1821(d) via affidavit, Mortgagee, dated August 1, 2007, and recorded on August 6, 2007 in instrument 20070806-0000556, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Thirty-One Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty-One And 01/100 Dollars ($31,951.01), including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land 8 rods East and West by 10 rods North and South out of the Northwest corner of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 13, Township 1 North, Range 7 West, Assyria Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544888 File #313221F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Shane S. Courtney, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 28, 2006, and recorded on May 5, 2006 in instrument 1164110, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Two And 17/100 Dollars ($135,282.17), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 20: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 10, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 1400.50 feet along the North line of said Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 267.61 feet along said North line; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 251.21 feet; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 178.11 feet; thence North 30 degrees 20 minutes 04 seconds West 175.20 feet; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 58 seconds West 100.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545174 File #316040F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN JUDICIAL DISTRICT 5TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY PROBATE ORDER REGARDING ALTERNATIVE SERVICE CASE NO. 10-161-DO Court address: 220 W. STATE STREET, HASTINGS, MI 49058 Court Telephone No.: (269) 945-1286 Plaintiff’s MICHAEL H. BOLO 990 S. CHARLTON PARK ROAD HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 945-9353 Plaintiff DAVID M. KOONS (P39300) 214 N. BROADWAY HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 948-9407 v Defendant’s JIAN XIN BOLO ADDRESS UNKNOWN In the matter of COMPLAINT FOR DIVORCE. THE COURT FINDS: 1. Service of process upon the defendant JIAN XIN BOLO, cannot reasonably be made as provided in MCR 2.105, and service of process may be made in a manner that is reasonably calculated to give the defendant actual notice of the proceedings and an opportunity to be heard. IT IS ORDERED: 2. Service of the summons and complaint and a copy of this order may be made by the following method(s). b. Tacking or firmly affixing to the door at THE BARRY COUNTY COURTHOUSE FOR 3 CONSECUTIVE WEEKS. d. Other: PUBLISHING IN THE HASTINGS BANNER LOCATED IN HASTINGS, MI FOR 3 CONSECUTIVE WEEKS. For each method used, proof of service must be filed promptly with the court. Date: 4/6/10 Judge James H. Fisher You are being sued in this court by the plaintiff for Divorce. You must file your answer or take other action permitted by law at the Barry County Clerk’s Office, 220 State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 within 28 days of publication. If you fail to do so, a default judgement may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint filed in this 77545101 case. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Frank Renegar and Grace A. Renegar aka Grace Renegar, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Bell Com Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated November 5, 2004, and recorded on November 18, 2004 in instrument 1137394, and assigned by mesne assignments to PHH Mortgage Corporation, a New Jersey Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand One Hundred Eighty And 69/100 Dollars ($120,180.69), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 19, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds East along the North line of said Section 660.00 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing South 89 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds East along said North line 330.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 25 minutes 58 seconds West parallel with the West line of said Section 330.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds West 330.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 25 minutes 58 seconds East 330.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545190 File #315896F01 CITY OF HASTINGS PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS 21AA Modified Crushed Gravel and 22A Road Gravel The City of Hastings, Michigan is soliciting bids for the provision of 800 tons of 21AA modified crushed gravel and 800 tons of 22A road gravel. Bids shall include delivery of the gravel to the City of Hastings yard located at the City limits on West State Road. Bid proposal forms and specifications are available at the address listed below. The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. Sealed bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday May 18, 2010 at which time they shall be opened and publicly read aloud. All bids must be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package “Sealed Bid - 21AA Modified Crushed Gravel and 22A Road Gravel”. 77545311 Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services Construction of the sanitary sewer main in Michigan Avenue between Thorn Street and Mill Street has been completed and the contractor is in the process of doing the restoration work. However, due to a gas main leak near the Michigan Avenue Bridge, Michigan Avenue will remain CLOSED to through traffic as well as SOUTHBOUND TRAFFIC across the Michigan Avenue Bridge to allow Consumers Energy to make the necessary repairs. The detour route for NORTHBOUND TRAFFIC across the Michigan Avenue Bridge will remain open for travelers using Michigan Avenue to travel to the north. A well marked detour route has been established informing travelers to use East State Road to North Broadway as the detour route around the repair work in Michigan Avenue. It is anticipated that this work will take approximately five to six days to complete. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause for travelers who routinely use Michigan Avenue and ask that you avoid the area if at all possible until the repairs have been made. Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services 06714235 NOTICE OF BORROWER’S RIGHTS THIS NOTICE CONCERNS Thomas H. Chase and Shirley A Chase (“BORROWER”) REGARDING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 7519 Guy Rd Nashville MI 49073. THE BORROWER HAS THE RIGHT TO REQUEST A MEETING WITH INDEPENDENT BANK AND SHOULD CONTACT Coni B AT 616.642.6111 TO SCHEDULE A MEETING IF DESIRED. THIS PERSON HAS THE AUTHORITY TO MAKE AGREEMENTS UNDER MCL 600.3205b AND MCL 600.3205c. THE BORROWER MAY CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR BY VISITING THE MSHDA WEBSITE (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/) OR BY CALLING THE MSHDA (1-866-946-7432). IF THE BORROWER REQUESTS A MEETING WITH THE PERSON DESIGNATED ABOVE WITHIN THE STATUTORY PERIOD, FORECLOSURE PROCEEDINGS WILL NOT BE COMMENCED UNTIL 90 DAYS AFTER THE DATE THAT NOTICE WAS MAILED TO THE BORROWER. IF THE BORROWER AND THE PERSON DESIGNATED ABOVE REACH AN AGREEMENT TO MODIFY THE BORROWER’S MORTGAGE LOAN, THE MORTGAGE WILL NOT BE FORECLOSED IF THE BORROWER ABIDES BY THE TERMS OF THE AGREEMENT. THE BORROWER HAS THE RIGHT TO CONTACT AN ATTORNEY. THE MICHIGAN STATE BAR ASSOCIATION LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE TELEPHONE NUMBER IS 1-800-96877545377 0738. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Adam L. Miles, Unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Charter One Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 28, 2006, and recorded on October 13, 2006 in instrument 1171350, and rerecorded on March 17, 2004 in instrument 1123750, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-One Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Six And 69/100 Dollars ($81,896.69), including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 13, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 33 Feet of Lot 2 and the West 10 Feet of Lot 1 of Block 8 of Butler Addition to the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, according to the Recorded Plat thereof. Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot 1 of Block 8 of Butler's Addition to the City, Formerly Village of Hastings, Thence West 56 Feet, thence North 132 Feet, thence East 56 Feet, Thence South 132 Feet to the Place of Beginning, Being a Part of Lot 1, Block 8 of Butler's Addition to the City, Formerly Village of Hastings The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545092 File #315518F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David Lee LaFountaine, a Married Man and Sandra J LaFountaine, original mortgagor(s), to The Provident Bank doing business as PCFS Mortgage Resources, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2004, and recorded on July 13, 2004 in instrument 1130754, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Amortizing Residential Collateral Trust, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-1 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Three Thousand One Hundred Forty-Five And 89/100 Dollars ($223,145.89), including interest at 9.115% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 13, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North and South 1/4 line of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 985 Feet from the Center 1/4 corner of said section, and running thence North 343 Feet to the Northwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 17; thence East 250 Feet along the North 1/8 line of said Section 17; thence South 343 Feet, thence West 250 Feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545115 File #315921F01 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (the Mortgage) given by Richard W. Mason (Borrower) to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (Mortgagee), which is secured by property commonly known as 174 Podunk Lake, Hastings, MI 49058, kna 3159 Podunk Lake, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of April 22, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (Agent). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after April 22, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. April 22, 2010 By: MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB 629 W. State Street, 06713764 Hastings, MI 49058 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Chad A. Rabideau, unmarried and Sherry M. Pastenack aka Sherry M. Pasternack, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 13, 2006, and recorded on October 30, 2006 in instrument 1172085, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-One And 28/100 Dollars ($67,531.28), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 27, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 289, thence West 4 rods for place of beginning; thence North 8 rods; West 4 rods; South 8 rods; thence East 4 rods to the place of beginning, Original Plan of the Village (now City) of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545287 File #318002F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven J Vander Kam and Jeanine L Vander Kam husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fidelity Bank, Mortgagee, dated February 25, 2003, and recorded on March 19, 2003 in instrument 1100433, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Two And 74/100 Dollars ($113,392.74), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 13, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 200.00 feet of the North 605.00 feet of the West 300.00 feet of the East 382.00 feet of the Southeast 1/4, Section 19, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan; together with an easement for ingress and egress over the West 33.00 feet of the East 382.00 feet of the North 405.00 feet of said Southeast 1/4. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545110 File #298942F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Randy L Hook and Leona E Hook, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 5675 Bivens Rd, Nashville, MI 490739672. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 23, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 23, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77545292 File # 321107F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN 56B JUDICIAL DISTRICT SUMMONS Landlord-Tenant/Land Contract CASE NO. 10-0542 SP Land contract forfeiture Court Address 206 WEST COURT STREET, SUITE 202, HASTINGS, MI 49058 Court Telephone No. (269) 945-1404 Plaintiff THE RAYMOND F. VILLAIRE TRUST, MICHAEL VILLAIRE, TRUSTEE 2041 E. SQUARE LAKE RD., SUITE 100 TROY, MI 48085 (248) 644-3600 Plaintiff’s attorney NEAL J. BARNETT P-42777 2041 E. SQUARE LAKE RD., SUITE 100 TROY, MI 48085 (248) 644-3600 v Defendant’s LEONARD GRAFF 8249 GUERNSEY LAKE RD. DELTON, MI 49046 (LAST KNOWN ADDRESS, NO KNOWN CURRENT ADDRESS) NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANT: In the name of the people of the State of Michigan you are notified: 1. The plaintiff has filed a complaint against you and wants to recover possession, after land contract forfeiture, of 5372 Guernsey Lake Rd., Delton, MI 49046. 2. You are summoned to be in the district court on WEDNESDAY, MAY 26, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. at the address above. 3. You have the right to a jury trial. If you do not demand a jury trial and pay the required jury fee in your first defense response, you will lose this right. 4. If you are in district court on time, you will have an opportunity to give the reasons why you feel you should not be evicted. Bring witnesses, receipts, and other necessary papers with you. 5. If you are not in district court on time, you may be evicted without a trial and a money judgment may be entered against you. Dated issued: 03-29-10 KATHY HOLMAN, Court Clerk By: Cindy White 06713515 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Kenneth Coulter, an unmarried man to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Novastar Mortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated February 15, 2007, and recorded on August 13, 2007, as Document Number: 200708140000878, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, As Trustee for the Registered Holders of Novastar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2007-2 Novastar Home Equity Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-2 by an Assignment of Mortgage dated November 03, 2009 and recorded November 10, 2009 by Document Number: 200911100010947, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Four Thousand One Hundred Forty-Three and 10/100 ($74,143.10) including interest at the rate of 9.80000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on May 27, 2010 Said premises are situated in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a Point on the West line of Section 5, Towns 3 North, ranges 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North, 1085 Feet from the West 1/4 Corner of said Section 4; thence East 300 Feet; thence North 49 Feet; thence West 143.5 Feet; thence North 6.13 Feet; thence West 40 Feet; thence North 12.7 Feet; thence West 116.5 Feet to said West Section line; thence South to the Point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes for North M-43 Highway, and any other easements or restrictions of record. Commonly known as: 1702 N M 43 Highway The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: April 29, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, As Trustee for the Registered Holders of Novastar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2007-2 Novastar Home Equity Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-2 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 Case No. 10OMI00326-1 ASAP# 3544322 04/29/2010, 05/06/2010, 77545320 05/13/2010, 05/20/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Zachary T. Moore, a married man and Tealy E. Moore, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 25, 2005 and recorded June 6, 2005 in Instrument Number 1147636, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by First Horizon Home Loans, a division of First Tennessee Bank National Association by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Five and 20/100 Dollars ($79,405.20) including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MAY 27, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1134 and the West three quarters of Lot 1135 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 29, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 238.8056 ASAP# 3545011 04/29/2010, 77545332 05/06/2010, 05/13/2010, 05/20/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William K. Hola, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 6, 2002, and recorded on December 18, 2002 in instrument 1094008, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand One Hundred Eighty And 35/100 Dollars ($72,180.35), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 7, Block C, Cha's H. Bauer Addition, according to the recorded Plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 57. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545208 File #293388F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul D Anderson and Kathleen J Anderson, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third MortgageMI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated March 24, 2008, and recorded on March 31, 2008 in instrument 20080331-0003588, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fifth Third Mortgage Company as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Two And 81/100 Dollars ($127,272.81), including interest at 9.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 1, Whispering Pines Condominiums, a condominium according to the Master Deed thereof as recorded in Instrument No. 1161320, Barry County Records, and any amendments thereto, being Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544750 File #316469F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN 56B District Court BARRY COUNTY PUBLICATION OF ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION FILE NO. 10-0434-LT Hastings City/Barry County Airport v William Panter TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS including: William Panter whose address(es) are unknown and whose interest in the matter may be barred or affected by the following: 5329 Mick Avenue SE, Kentwood, MI 49548-5815 TAKE NOTICE: A Summons, Complaint for and Notice to Quit were filed on March 9, 2010 in the 56B District Court, 206 West Court Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 before Judge Gary R. Holman 1. You are being sued in this court by the plaintiff to evict you from Brown Hangar Space N4,E1, West Airport Road, Hastings, Michigan 49058 and to recover money judgment. A hearing will be held on Wednesday, May 26, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. at 206 West Court Street, Hastings, Michigan before Judge Gary R. Holman for termination of tenancy. If you fail to appear at the hearing, a default judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint filed in this case. 2. A copy of this order shall be published once each week in the Hastings Banner for three consecutive weeks, and proof of publication shall be filed in this court. 3. A copy of this order shall be sent to WILLIAM PANTER at the last known address by registered mail, return receipt requested, before the date of the last publication, and the affidavit of mailing shall be filed with this court. Stephanie S. Fekkes P43549 Law, Weathers & Richardson, P.C. 800 Bridgewater Place 333 Bridge Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504-5320 77545345 (616) 459-1171 NOTICE OF MODIFICATION OPPORTUNITY Borrower(s): Jason L. Kious Carrie Kious Property Address: 3347 Eagleview Ct, Middleville, MI 49333 Pursuant to MCLA 600.3205a please be advised of the following: You have a right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The name of the firm designated as the representative of the mortgage servicer is: Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. and designee can be contacted at the address and phone number below. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's website at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling 1-800-A-SHELTER, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year-round. If a meeting is requested with the designee shown above, foreclosure proceedings will NOT be commenced until 90 days after the date the notice mailed to you on 04/23/2010. If an agreement is reached to modify your mortgage loan the mortgage will NOT be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. The website for the Michigan State Bar Lawyer Referral Service is http://www.michbar.org/programs/lawyerreferral.cfm and the toll free number is 800- 9680738. You may bring an action in circuit court if you are required by law to be served notice and foreclosure proceedings are commenced, without such notice having been served upon you. If you have previously agreed to modify your mortgage loan within the past twelve (12) months under the terms of the above statute, you are not eligible to participate in this program unless you have complied with the terms of the mortgage loan, as modified. Notice given by: Randall S. Miller Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 313-583-3336 (Loan Modification Dept.) loanmods@millerlaw.biz Case No. 172.01688-2 Dated: April 29, 2010 PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS OFFICE MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Caleb Mason, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 704 W Main St, Middleville, MI 49333-8982. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 26, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 26, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: April 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 06713798 File # 322085F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE In the event this property is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL .7cc please contact our office at (248) 844-5123. This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Russell J Ford, A Married Man and Janet K Ford, His Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc, solely as nominee for American Brokers Conduit, Mortgagee, dated February 28, 2007 and recorded March 5, 2007 in Instrument # 1177145 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned to: American Home Mortgage Servicing, Inc. by assignment of mortgage dated April 1, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Two Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-One Dollars and Sixty-Six Cents ($162,771.66) including interest 7.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 20 of Crooked Lake Summer Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 52. Commonly known as 11050 East Shore Dr., Delton MI 49046 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 4/08/2010 American Home Mortgage Servicing, Inc. Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77544977 Our File No: 10-22349 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Donald Bruce Goodenough, an unmarried person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 25, 2005, and recorded on August 12, 2005 in instrument 1151056, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Eight Hundred Forty And 29/100 Dollars ($120,840.29), including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1149 of the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, County of Barry, State of Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544946 File #314262F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sherry L Washburn, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 19, 2006, and recorded on April 27, 2006 in instrument 1163677, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy Thousand One Hundred TwentySix And 48/100 Dollars ($170,126.48), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 8 of Boulder Creek Estates according to the Plat thereof recorded in Liber 6 of Plats, page 23 of Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544935 File #282778F03 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Edwin L Kidder and Shay L Kidder, Husband and Wife to Argent Mortgage Company LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 10, 2005 and recorded October 21, 2005 in Instrument # 1154949 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned through mesne assignments to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for Argent Securities Trust 2005-W5, Asset-Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2005-W5, by assignment dated March 19, 2010 and recorded March 24, 2010 in Instrument # 201003240003077 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventeen Thousand Five Hundred Sixteen Dollars and Seventy-Five Cents ($117,516.75) including interest 9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 6, 2010 Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 9, Block 2, Kenfield's 2nd Addition to the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 37, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 727 East Clinton St., Hastings MI 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 4/08/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company , as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for Argent Securities Trust 2005W5, Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-W5, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77544972 Our File No: 10-21514 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Esther Stanley and Jerry Ralph Stanley aka Jerry R Stanley, wife and husband as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2006, and recorded on November 21, 2006 in instrument 1173012, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand One Hundred Sixty-Two And 79/100 Dollars ($225,162.79), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 27, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 14, Prairie Ridge Estates, a site condominium according to the Master Deed recorded in Instrument No. 1121448 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 34, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545327 File #318188F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy P Ederer aka Timothy Ederer and Brenda L Ederer, as husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 26, 2003, and recorded on July 23, 2003 in instrument 1109195, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-One Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-Nine And 86/100 Dollars ($81,369.86), including interest at 4.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 6, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6, Bryanwood Estates, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 6 of Plats, on Page 14, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan. Also, the West 33 feet of Lot 1, except the South 72.89 feet thereof, Bryanwood Estates, part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 23, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 6 of Plats on Page 14, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77544709 File #300248F01 �Page 12 — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10025557DE Estate of William Carl Wolthuis. Date of birth: 12/21/26. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, William Carl Wolthuis, who lived at 11713 Fords Point, Plainwell, Michigan died April 7, 2004. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Joseph Herman Wolthuis, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at Ste. 302, 206 W. Court St., Hastings, 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 4/27/10 Dan Veen P47685 1676 West D Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49009 381-4476 Joseph Herman Wolthuis 6840 West B Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49080 77545339 217-8512 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF ALLEGAN NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO.10-56335-DE Estate of Teresa Dawn Brenner a/k/a Teresa D. Brenner, Deceased. Date of Birth; December 20, 1957. NOTICE TO ALL CREDITORS: The decedent, Teresa Dawn Brenner, a/k/a Teresa D. Brenner, Deceased, who lived at 2633 Second Street, Wayland, Michigan, died August 7, 2009. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Michelle D. Bourdo Weber, named personal representative, or to both the probate court at 113 Chestnut Street, Allegan, Mi 49010 and the named personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Dated: 4-27-10 Orton, Tooman, Hale, McKown & Kiel, P.C. stephen B.McKown (P25675) Attorney 314 Trowbridge Street, P.O. Box 239 Allegan, MI 49010-0239 (269) 673-2136 Personal Representative Michelle D. Bourdo Weber 2633 Second Street Wayland, MI 49348 77545337 (269) 672-4031 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate Living Trust of Marie Finkbeiner. Date of birth: 06/24/1922. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Marie Finkbeiner, who lived at 3160 Beatrice Ave., Middleville, Michigan died 03/20/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Sandra L. Frank, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 220 W. Court Street, Suite 302, Hastings and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 4-20-2010 Robert L. Longstreet P53546 607 N. Broadway Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-3495 Sandra L. Frank 11340 Heron Point Lane Shelbyville, MI 49344 60713605 (269) 672-9075 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gregory Gay, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 27, 2003 and recorded March 25, 2003 in Instrument Number 1100750, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by GMAC Mortgage, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Three and 43/100 Dollars ($103,993.43) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MAY 6, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 133.00 feet of the West 328.00 feet of the North 633.00 feet of the Northwest fractional 1/4 of the Northwest fractional 1/4 of Section 3, Town 1 North, Range 9 West. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 8, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 618.2012 ASAP# 3519165 04/08/2010, 77544951 04/15/2010, 04/22/2010, 04/29/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Marie E. Timmons, a single woman and Maryann L. Timmons, a single woman, as joint tenants, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 8, 2005 and recorded July 15, 2005 in Instrument Number 1149542, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee of the Residential Asset Securitization Trust 2005-A11CB, Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2005-K under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated September 1, 2005 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Six and 22/100 Dollars ($109,946.22) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MAY 20, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 16 and 17 of Block C of Pleasant Shores, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 59. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 22, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 225.1119 ASAP# 3534393 04/22/2010, 04/29/2010, 77545264 05/06/2010, 05/13/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Eric Van Valkenburg and Heather Van Valkenburg, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 7, 2005 and recorded October 26, 2005 in Instrument Number 1155203, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Four and 53/100 Dollars ($105,324.53) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MAY 6, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the 1/4 post of the North Section line of Section 16, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South along the center of Highway 26.50 rods for a place of beginning; thence South along the center of Highway, 23 rods; thence West 9.50 rods; thence North 23 rods; thence East 9.50 rods to the place of beginning. Subject to: Building and use restrictions and easements of record. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 8, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.4002 ASAP# 3518052 04/08/2010, 04/15/2010, 77544927 04/22/2010, 04/29/2010 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Kevin J. Tava and Jeannie Tava, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS), Mortgagee, dated the 8th day of March, 2005 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 23rd day of August, 2005 in Liber Instrument No. 1143105 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty Eight Thousand Three Hundred Seventy Six & 61/100 ($128376.61), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 13th day of May, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 10.250% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: LOT 10, MARKET STREET PLAT, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 5, PAGE 89 OF PLATS, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 4/15/2010 THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77545086 DLN Tava AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jay S. Veltman and Jennifer Veltman, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Byron Center State Bank Michigan Banking Corporation, Mortgagee, dated the 6th day of May, 2004 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 13th day of May, 2004 in Liber Document No. 1127544 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Two Hundred Thirty Three Thousand Three Hundred Seventy One & 79/100 ($233,371.79), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 27th day of May, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 5.3750% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 50, Sunrise Shore No. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of plats, Page 98, Berry County Records During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 4/29/2010 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77545313 WAMU FNMA Veltman STATE OF MICHIGAN 56B JUDICIAL DISTRICT COMPLAINT FOR POSSESSION AFTER LAND CONTRACT FORFEITURE CASE NO. 10-0542SP Land contract forfeiture Court Address 206 WEST COURT STREET, SUITE 202, HASTINGS, MI 49058 Court Telephone No. (269) 945-1404 Plaintiff THE RAYMOND F. VILLAIRE TRUST, MICHAEL VILLAIRE, TRUSTEE 2041 E. SQUARE LAKE RD., SUITE 100 TROY, MI 48085 (248) 644-3600 Plaintiff’s attorney NEAL J. BARNETT P-42777 2041 E. SQUARE LAKE RD., SUITE 100 TROY, MI 48085 (248) 644-3600 v Defendant’s LEONARD GRAFF 8249 GUERNSEY LAKE RD. DELTON, MI 49046 (LAST KNOWN ADDRESS, NO KNOWN CURRENT ADDRESS) The plaintiff states: 1. Attached to this complaint is a copy of the land contract and a copy of the forfeiture notice showing when and how it was served. 2. The plaintiff is the seller and the defendant is the purchaser in a certain land contract described in the attached forfeiture notice and is in possession of the land described in the notice. 3. The plaintiff has a right to recover possession of the property for: Nonpayment of money required to be paid under the contract: a. Original selling price $50,000.00. b. Principal balance due $40,000.00. c. Total amount in arrears $44,048.00. d. Last payment 10/15/2008. e. Interest at 7% paid to 10/15/2008. Material breach of contract in violation of the terms of the contract as follows: THE PARTIES ENTERED INTO A FIVE YEAR LAND CONTRACT ON 5/17/07. DEFENDANT HAS NOT PROVIDED PAYMENT ON THE LAND CONTRACT SINCE OCTOBER 2008. HE HAS ABANDONED THE PROPERTY AND DID NOT LEAVE A FORWARDING ADDRESS. ATTEMPTS TO CONTACT HIM HAVE BEEN UNSUCCESSFUL. 4. The land contract was forfeited in accordance with the terms of the land contract. 5. The plaintiff asks for a judgment of possession and costs and asks the court to issue an eviction order according to law. There is no other pending or resolved civil action arising out of the same transaction or occurrence alleged in this complaint. Date: Mach 24, 2010 Plaintiff/Attorney Signature 06713529 Neal J. Barnett SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Nicholas A. Webb, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 410 THORNTON STREET, MIDDLEVILLE, MI 49333 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-5397400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Nicholas A. Webb also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738 (Tel). Pub Date: April 29, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77545349 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Ricardo J. Rodriguez and Kimberly A. BentonRodriguez 510 Gaskill Road Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: April 29, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 199.2404 ASAP# 3540980 04/29/2010 06713702 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CYNTHIA EARL, A SINGLE WOMAN and RAYMOND C. SMITH, SR., A MARRIED MAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated February 27, 2006, and recorded on March 1, 2006, in Document No. 1160695, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand Thirty-Two Dollars and Sixteen Cents ($119,032.16), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on May 27, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN THE SOUTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 9, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, HOPE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTH 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 9, THENCE NORTH 03 DEGREES 06 MINUTES 51 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE NORTH AND SOUTH 1 / 4 LINE OF SAID SECTION, 1330.39 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING NORTH 03 DEGREES 06 MINUTES 51 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID NORTH AND SOUTH 1 / 4 LINE, 284.81 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 11 SECONDS EAST, 2652.34 FEET TO THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH 03 DEGREES 08 MINUTES 39 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID SECTION LINE, 416.81 FEET; THENCE NORTH 86 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 02 SECONDS WEST, 2648.61 FEET TO SAID NORTH AND SOUTH 1 / 4 LINE AND THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 26, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 77545351 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jimmy B Rogers a/k/a Jimmi B Rogers, a Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 25, 2006, and recorded on October 17, 2006 in instrument 1171536, and rerecorded on November 15, 2006 in instrument 1172774, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Seven Hundred And 55/100 Dollars ($120,700.55), including interest at 9.8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of Lots 4 and 5 of Block 26 of Eastern Addition of the City, formerly Village of Hasting according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545196 File #310022F02 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has occurred in a Mortgage made Jay T. Dowdle and Laura E. Dowdle to Omni Family Credit Union nka Omni Community Credit Union dated November 1, 2004, and recorded on November 9, 2004 at Document No. 1136959 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $118,556.67. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on May 13, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East entrance, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 5.25% per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan Law. The property to be sold is described as: Located in the Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan: A parcel of land located in the NW 1/4 of S33, T1N, R7W more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the W 1/4 post of S33, T1N, R7W; thence N 89 degrees 25’ 14” E along the E and W 1/4 line of said Section 33, 852.39 feet to the point of beginning of this description; thence N 00 degrees 31’ 11” W 651.01 feet; thence N 89 degrees 25’ 14” E 470.48 feet to the W line of the E 1/2 of the NW 1/4 of said Section 33; thence S 00 degrees 32’ 34” E 651.01 feet to said E and W 1/4 line of said Section 33; thence S 89 degrees 25’ 14” W along said E and W 1/4 line of said Section 33, 470.73 feet to the point of beginning. Which has the address of: 7087 Huff Rd., Bellevue, MI 49021-8203. During the one year immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241(a), in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Dated: March 12, 2010 Omnit Community Credit Union By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) BUSINESS ADDRESS: 6146 W. Main St., Ste. C, 77545105 Kalamazoo, MI 49009 FORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Thomas Patrick Lyons, a single man of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, successor in interest to Washington Mutual Bank, successor in interest to Long Beach Mortgage Company dated the 27th day of October, A.D. 2004, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 29th day of October, A.D. 2004, in instrument No. 1136327 of Barry Records, which said mortgage was assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 20051, thru mesne assignments, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $102,516.21 (one hundred two thousand five hundred sixteen and 21/100) plus accrued interest at 5.50% (five point five zero) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 13th day of May, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Maple Grove, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Township of Maple Grove, County of Barry, Michigan: Commencing 260 feet South of the 1/8 post on the West line of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 31, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, for the point of beginning; thence East 26 rods; thence North 12 rods; thence West 26 rods; thence South 12 rods to the point of beginning. Commonly known as: 9745 North Avenue Parcel Number 10-031-130-00 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 15, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77545120 WWR# 10034706 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — Page 13 Camp counselor, local soccer coach arrested on sex charge Brian Gottschalk The Michigan State Police Hastings Post arrested Brian Gottschalk, 25, of Grand Rapids on a charge of attempted sexual molestation. The alleged incident occurred at Clear Lake Camp/Battle Creek Outdoor Center in southern Barry County where Gottschalk was a camp counselor. This camp, associated with the Battle Creek Public Schools, hosts overnight educational experiences for schools throughout Michigan. The victim in this case is a 12-year-old male from Livingston County who was at the camp with his school in the fall of 2009. The charge stems from a five-month investigation conducted by the MSP Hastings and Brighton posts and the MSP Digital Evidence Section (computer crimes) into allegations of inappropriate contact between Gottschalk and minor children. Gottschalk was arrested on April 20 after a warrant was authorized by the Barry County Prosecutor’s office. He was arraigned April 20 in 56B District Court in Hastings. He is being held on a $100,000 cash bond at the Barry County Jail. Prior to working for the Battle Creek Outdoor Center, Gottschalk worked as a camp counselor for the YMCA Camp HayoWent-Ha in Central Lake. He also volunteered as a youth soccer coach in Hastings. This investigation is ongoing, and additional charges are possible. Anyone who has further information regarding Gottschalk is asked to contact the Hastings State Police Post at 269-948-8283. Friday morning accident takes life of Wayland woman Deputies from the Barry County Sheriff’s Department responded to the scene of a twocar accident shortly after 8:30 Friday morning, at the intersection of 133rd Avenue/Bowens Mill Road and Patterson Road in Yankee Springs Township, along the western Barry County line. Susan Lalonde, 64, of Wayland, was heading east when she failed to stop at the intersection and was broadsided by a northbound pickup truck. Lalonde was transported by Aero-med to Spectrum Hospital in Grand Rapids, where she was pronounced dead a short time later. The sheriff’s department had not released the name of the second driver, as of press time Wednesday. Investigators would like to talk to anyone who may have witnessed the accident. The Barry County Sheriff’s Department was assisted at the scene by the Allegan County Sheriff’s Department and the Michigan State Police Motor Carrier Division. Alcohol is not believed to be a factor in the accident. The accident remains under investigation by the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Charles Alvin Herbst, 20, of Hastings pleaded guilty to one count of attempting to file a false report with the Hastings Police Department. According to court papers, Herbst reported a home invasion Feb. 27 to the Hastings Police, knowing the report was false. One count of the false report of a felony was dismissed. Judge James Fisher, in 5th circuit court, sentenced Herbst to two days in jail with two days credited and 12 months of probation. He also was ordered to pay $185 in restitution, $60 to crime victim rights, $250 court costs, $68 state minimum costs and $120 in probation fees. Casey Andrew Irwin, 26, of Freeport and currently residing at the Ionia County Jail, pleaded guilty to one count of breaking and entering with the intent to commit larceny. Judge Fisher sentenced Irwin to 12 months in jail and 60 months of probation. One count of unlawfully driving away of a motor vehicle and one count of larceny $1,000 or more but less than $20,000 were dismissed. Irwin must pay $500 court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $6,073 restitution and $68 state minimum costs. According to court papers, Irwin broke into a barn on Coats Grove Road Sept. 29, 2009, with intent to commit larceny. Charges against Irwin in another case of breaking and entering with intent to commit larceny were dropped as part of a plea agreement. Clifford Michael Mead, 54, of Wayland pleaded guilty to one count of operating while impaired (OWI) and possessing marijuana, second or subsequent offense, in 5th circuit court April 23. Judge Fisher sentenced Mead to two months in jail for the OWI charge and three months for the marijuana possession in relation to an Oct. 10, 2009, incident. He also was sentenced to 24 months of probation and must pay $60 crime victim rights, $240 probation fees, $121 state minimum costs and $1,800 court costs. His driver’s license was suspended for one year and restricted after 60 days. The balance of the jail sentence may be suspended upon payment of $1,981. Charges of delivery/manufacturing marijuana, second offense, and operating with the presence of a controlled substance were dismissed in the plea agreement. Michael Loren Warner II, 28, of Kalamazoo, pleaded guilty in 5th circuit court to one count of home invasion, second degree. On April 23, Judge Fisher sentenced Warner to serve 24 to 180 months in prison. He also must pay $500 court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $500 restitution and $68 state minimum costs. The charges stem from a Nov. 18, 2009, incident in Prairieville Township when Warner broke into a home. Charges of receiving and concealing stolen property and malicious destruction of property were dropped by the prosecutor’s office. Christopher Bryan Haney, 38, of Mason, pleaded guilty last week in 5th circuit court to one count of breaking and entering with intent to commit larceny July 30, 2009, in Woodland Township. Judge Fisher sentenced Haney to prison for a minimum of 38 months and maximum of 120 months. Haney is to serve the time concurrent to an Ingham County sentence and consecutive to any parole violation sentence. One count of receiving and concealing stolen property, $1,000 or more but less than $20,000 and habitual offender fourth notice were dropped in the plea agreement. Haney must pay $1,700 restitution, $60 crime victim rights and $68 state minimum costs. Kenneth Robert Podbevsek, 33, of Dowling was sentenced for one count of operating or maintaining a lab involving methanphetamine. Judge Fisher sentenced Podbevsek to 12 months in jail and 36 months of probation in relation to the April 8, 2009, incident in Hope Township. He must pay $68 state minimum, $500 drug court fund, $86 reimbursement, $1,075 restitution, $60 crime victim rights and $200 court costs. His license also was suspended for 365 days and restricted after 60 days for employment, treatment or probation. Two counts of breaking and entering with intent to commit larceny (one in Barry Township and one in Rutland Township) along with one count of unlawfully driving away a motor vehicle, possessing and controlled substance — methamphetamine — and one count of receiving and concealing stolen property between $1,000 and $20,000, along with habitual offender notice, were dropped by the prosecution in a plea agreement. Faye Lynn McCarty, 39, of Nashville, pleaded guilty to one count of larceny from a building, one count of retaining a financial transaction device without consent and a probation violation in 5th circuit court April 23. Judge Fisher ordered McCarty to continue probation under all prior terms and conditions, 12 months in jail. The balance of jail may be suspended upon entry into a residential treatment program. She was assessed $500 court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $200 drug court fund, $120 state minimum costs and $176 court assessed late fee. Charges of the illegal use of a financial transaction device and financial transaction, utter/publish, were dismissed by the prosecution. POLICE BEAT Information sought on stolen brake drums Hastings Police are investigating a larceny of 75 to 100 used brake rotors ands drums that were stolen from a salvage bin belonging to Wilder’s Auto on Star School Road late April 20 or early April 21. The value of the scrap drums and rotors is approximately $200. Anyone with information about the theft is asked to contact the Hastings Police Department at 269-945-5744 or Silent Observer at 800-310-9031. Fail to register ends in arrest Joseph Larimore Cook, 20, of Nashville was arrested for failing to register and failing to report his address to the sex offender database. Cook visited the Barry County Sheriff’s Department to change his address when it was discovered that he failed to register a change of address from January of this year. Registered sex offenders are required to change their address with authorities within 10 days of a move. Cook’s new address is also within 1,000 feet of Maple Valley Schools, which is forbidden by law. Cook provided a letter stating that he is attending the school but was advised by deputies that the law states he cannot reside near a school. Familiar face leads to stun gun nab A Hastings officer watched as a suspect wanted on a warrant for contempt of court drove by in the 700 block of Redwood Drive the afternoon of April 22. After being stopped, the suspect, identified as Enrico Plazola, 20, from Hastings, was placed under arrest on the warrant out of Barry County for failing to appear on a charge of operating while impaired, involving a serious injury. During the arrest, Plazola also was found to be in possession of an illegal 200,000-volt stun gun and is facing additional felony charges for that offense. Plazola was transported to and lodged at the Barry County Jail. Imbibing driver suspected of ‘road rage’ “I have no opinion.” What is your opinion of privatization — like the kind demonstrated at Delton Kellogg Schools by its custodial staff — being utilized as a way to save money? “I believe our school system is a community; every member of that system is a member of our school community. I have a concern that privatization may have a negative effect on that community. I also question whether or not the short-term money savings will continue for the long term or if within five years our costs are no different than they were before privatizing.” What is your opinion of the proposal to move third and fourth grade classes from the elementary school to the middle school? “I support the way the school has gone about exploring the possibility by bringing together a group of parents, administrators and teachers to discuss and have a voice for the best possible way to create both an ‘upper elementary’ and a middle school located in what is currently called the ‘middle school.’ I have participated in several of these meetings, as well as meetings with the teachers that would be involved, to assure no stone is left unturned. The bottom line is that we have more school building capacity than we need for the size of our student population. It would be a shame if this board and this school district were not looking for better efficiencies and resource savings while at the same time looking at improving education for all of our students.” Marc Robinson Education — earned the designation of journeyman millwright from Fennville Training Facility. Work experience — has been a journeyman millwright for 12 years. Current occupation —works as a journeyman millwright as part of union Local 1102. Political experience — has not previously served in any political capacity. CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale National Ads Help Wanted AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT KNOWINGLY accept advertising which is deceptive, fraudulent or might otherwise violate law or accepted standards of taste. However, this publication does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of any advertisement, nor the quality of goods or services advertised. Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all claims made in any advertisements, and to use good judgment and reasonable care, particularly when dealing with persons unknown to you ask for money in advance of delivery of goods or services advertised. REGISTERED NURSE. A full-time position is available in a southwest Michigan community mental health agency for a registered nurse. this position will function as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team for clients with developmental disabilities and/or serve mental illness. Applicant must be nurturing, demonstrate skills in assessment and treatment planning, and have knowledge of developmental disabilities and mental illness, previous experience preferred. Ability to work in a fast paced, multifaceted environment necessary. Send resume to Barry County Community Mental Health Authority, 9215 West Green Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. No phone calls . EOE CABINETS PLUS OFFERS custom cabinetry. Made in Hastings, free estimates. Kiln dried lumber, Oak, Cherry, Maple, Ash, Hickory, Aromatic Cedar, Knotty Pine and custom mill work. (269)948-9774 TOSHIBA 55” HD-1080P TV. Lightly used, excellent working condition, looks great, $425/OBO, (269)9480991. Estate Sale ESTATE/MOVING SALES: by Bethel Timmer - The Cottage House Antiques. (269)795-8717 Garage Sale ONE DAY ONLY!!! Benefit Junior/Senior trip to Washington D.C. Saturday May 1st, 8:30am-4pm. 1035 David Dr., Hastings. SALE: 520 W. WOODLAWN:April 30th-May 1st 8am-4pm, Hidden Valley Community Center. Rain or Shine. SEC #1 Automotive WILL PAY UP to $500 for junk vehicles. (269)274-8627. Pets DOG TRAINING CLUB: private or basic to advanced obedience group classes. (Small & large dogs different classes). Freestyle, Agility & Rally. Large training facility in downtown Hastings, 1035 E. State Street. Call certified behavioral trainer Pat Hoeksema at Puppy Pack (269)948-9049. Real Estate FOR SALE BY OWNER: Earth sheltered house on 1.5 acres with large barn. Seen by appointment only. Call (269)948-9926. Farm Wanted CDL DRIVERS WANTED: Now have free training and job placement help for qualified people. (989)969-2056. YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Phone (269)945-9554 or stop in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. Hastings Police were dispatched to a “road rage” complaint involving a monster-style white pickup truck early April 25. While en route, an officer saw the truck heading east on Green Street. The driver was stopped a short time later in the 400 block of South Jefferson Street. After making contact with the driver, Tonya Shay, 28, from Battle Creek, the officer said it was apparent that the driver had been consuming intoxicants. Shay told the officer that she was the “designated driver” and she had drank only a couple of beers. She also told the officer she didn’t do anything wrong during the road rage incident and was merely protecting herself. After further investigation, including a blood alcohol level of .19 percent, Shay was charged with operating a vehicle while impaired and was lodged at the Barry County Jail. EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Unlocked garage makes for easy target Suspect(s) made easy work of an unlocked garage on West Hickory Road April 18. A lawn mower, compound bow, two drills and two chainsaws were missing after the residents returned home and noticed the overhead door partially open. Another garage, located on West Baseline Road, was the target of a theft April 6. While residents were away during the day, a 100-cc motorcycle was taken. Community involvement — in addition to having served as a coach of youth football and hockey, Robinson has worked as a volunteer with 4-H and VFW. Why are you seeking a seat on the school board? “To be more involved with the school and its functions, help to establish long- and short-term goals for the district.” Why do you feel you are the best candidate to serve on the school board? “I am open-minded, willing to listen to parents, staff and community members. In addition, I am a parent and have a vested interest in the school district.” What do you feel is the most important issue facing the school system? How would you address that issue? “Financial issues concerning the school and redesigning the upper elementary seem to be the most important issues the school is facing at this time. Hopefully, be elected to the school board and find the best possible answers to these issues.” What is your opinion of how members of the current school board have performed their duties? “The current board has done well, considering the tough economic times that we are facing.” What is your opinion of privatization — like the kind demonstrated at Delton Kellogg Schools by its custodial staff — being utilized as a way to save money? “I was not for privatization. I was hoping that the school board and the superintendent could have found a better solution than outsourcing the custodial staff.” What is your opinion of the proposal to move third and fourth grade classes from the elementary school to the middle school? “Once I hear more information from the meetings and the studies they are currently working on, I will be able to make a formal decision on where I stand on this issue.” Banner CLASSIFIEDS 77544689 Thursday, April 29 — Movie Memories, Patty McCormack in “The Bad Seed,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 30 — preschool story time about the farm, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Saturday, May 1 — Lego club, 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 4 — toddler story time about mothers, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 5 — Terrific Tweens celebrate Cinco de Mayo, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library for more information at 269-945-4263. COURT NEWS DK CANDIDATES, continued from page 8 All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 CASE MANAGER POSITION. This position provides the opportunity to work within a growing mental health agency to serve the developmentally disabled and mentally ill population. The position requires creativity and flexibility as well as the ability to function in a team atmosphere. Applicants must possess a Human Service degree, a BSW is preferred and three years of experience working with families and children. Responsibilities include outreach, referral, counseling of clients and their families, supervision of persons in community settings, liaison with licensing agencies, and maintenance of records. A car is required. Send resume to Barry County Mental Health Authority, 915 West Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058, No phone calls. EOE �Page 14 — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Two unopposed for seats on Hastings Board of Education by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer When voters in the Hastings Area School District go to the polls Tuesday, May 4, there will be no races to decide. Newcomers Rob Longstreet and Kathy Carlson are running unopposed for two four-year seats on the Hastings Board of Education. Both Board Trustee Tammy Pennington and Secretary Jeff Guenther have opted not to seek re-election when their current terms expire. Carlson earned her bachelor of nursing degree from Michigan State University in 1990. She went on to earn a master’s of nursing degree from MSU and become a certified family nurse practitioner in 1994. Since 1994, Carlson has worked in local primary care settings. Since 1999, she has worked at Family Tree Medical Associates with her husband, Dr. Troy Carlson, and Dr. Matthew Garber. Carlson has not previously run for or held a political office, however, she has been active on several professional committees and at local schools and her church. Carlson has been married for 17 years and has lived in Hastings since 1994. The couple have three children who attend Hastings Area Schools, Ryan, 13; Justin 11; and Kayla, 9. Rob Longstreet graduated from Hastings High School in 1988, and earned a bachelor of arts degree from Alma College in 1992. He earned his juris doctorate from Wayne State University in 1995. He has worked as an attorney at the law firm of Gee and Longstreet LLP ( formerly Siegel, Hudson, Gee and Longstreet LLP) since 1995. He served as an adjunct professor of business law at Kellogg Community College from 1996 to 2006 and at Cornerstone University from 2000 to the present. How can the administration and school board of Hastings Area Schools improve communication with parents and community members and better address their questions and concerns? Carlson: “The key to communication, I feel, is to be proactive rather than reactive in the process of sharing information. We need to create a culture of anticipating questions that may arise and place the answers out to the community before the questions are even asked. We need to be willing to reach out to all community members — not just families that have children in school — with information. We need to be as transparent as possible to build a trusting relationship with parents and community members; knowing that all may not agree, but knowing that an informed individual will be more willing to accept change and be supportive of that change. Finally, we need to reach out to the community using other social networking methods beyond newsprint or ‘word of mouth.’ We are living in an age if instant information, communication and networking. In a secure and safe manner, the school system could look to tap into modalities like mass e-mails, blogs, weekly radio chats and social network sites to bridge Kathy Carlson Rob Longstreet the information gaps. “I believe the Committee of 33 that Mr. Satterlee (Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee) has formulated is a starting point for active feedback. I also look to groups like CASE (Community Advocates for School Excellence), to be a forum for all community members to have a place to be heard and a working group to give insight to concerns. Longstreet: “I think the school board needs to anticipate the public’s need for clear and informative communication. I like the recommendation of current school board member Jeff Guenther, who suggested televised school board meetings and parent/board member groups such as the ‘Group of 33.’ Parents Angie Thornburgh and Kathy Carlson and I also set forth a parent participation group (CASE) to enhance communication between the board and the community. Finally, I believe the better use of the Internet and emailing, as well as ‘one-on-one’ or ‘town hall’ type forums with individual school board members would be helpful in increasing communication flow.” What can Hastings Area Schools do to improve its financial situation? What do you think about freezing wages for administrators, teachers and support staff? Consolidating services with other school districts? Carlson: “Obviously, the financial situation within our school system is of great concern. However, I would not feel comfortable at this time answering such questions without becoming more educated on the details of contracts, the role of our state government and our schools’ specific budget requirements and needs. I will not shy away from learning more and asking questions that may have not been asked before. I do believe that any solution will require all parties involved to think beyond what has been typically done in the past.” Longstreet: “I hesitate to comment on methods of revising our school budget without first being educated as to our school system’s current financial situation. Obviously, I look forward to learning more about Hastings’ specific financial issues as I participate of the board and various committees.” What are your thoughts on student discipline, particularly regarding drugs and violence in schools? Carlson: “First and foremost, any drug and/or discipline policy within the school system needs to be consistent. Every community member, student, parent, teacher and administrator should have confidence that policies will be enforced promptly and with a ‘no-tolerance’ attitude. Although I am aware of the individual circumstances that arise, the gray areas need to be removed from our thinking and be replaced with policies that reflect firm, appropriate consequences to choices that are made by a student. In order to create a culture of excellence, boundaries need to be clearly defined, enforced and supported by all. Schools are places of academic learning, but one cannot deny the role they need to play in assisting in educating students with life skills.” Longstreet: “I believe the school board and school administration need to be on the same page regarding school discipline. I think parents, teachers and students appreciate (and require) a ‘no-tolerance’ type policy regarding drugs and violence, consistently applied without hesitation.” What, in your opinion, are the most important issues facing Hastings Area Schools? Carlson: “I am sure many would have varying opinions on the most important issues facing Hastings Area Schools, but I think we all could agree that ultimately it is about finding a way to provide quality, safe and progressive education to all with the available resources. This will require both strong leadership and a clear and specific vision for the future. In order to do this, I think we need to create an improved environment of accountability, access and achievement. With every challenge, there is an opportunity for growth and improvement. If we as a school system and community have a ‘can’t-be-done’ attitude, then we will not overcome perceived and real barriers and financial constraints. I look forward to facilitating a ‘let’s-try’ and ‘can-do’ working environment with all parties involved with our schools and community. Ultimately, the most important issue is the education of the student and keeping their needs at the forefront of any decision making.” Longstreet: “I think Hastings faces the same issues as nearly all school districts in Michigan: Trying to provide a higher standard of education with less money and resources.” Maple Valley school board exploring long list of budget cuts The unused upper floors of buildings like these in downtown Hastings may be renovated as low- to moderate-income housing through a partnership with Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids. Dwelling Place makes presentation to downtown Hastings property owners Approximately three dozen Hastings business owners, downtown property owners and members of the Hastings City Council, Planning Commission, Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and other local agencies attended a meeting April 22 in the ballroom of the Walldorff Brew Pub and Bistro to learn about Dwelling Place. Dwelling Place is a Grand Rapids-based organization dedicated to downtown revitalization through the restoring of often vacant upper floors of commercial buildings for use as low- to moderate-income housing. “It’s a great project that we’re going to propose tonight,’ said Hastings Downtown Development Director John Hart at Thursday’s meeting. “We’re not going to ask for any decisions to be made tonight — tonight we’re just talking. We just want to present the material to you, let it soak in.” In recent months, city staff, members of the Hastings DDA and Barry Community Foundation, and local property owners, have met with representatives from Dwelling Place to explore a potential partnership to initiate a program for revitalizing Hastings downtown business district. “In recent years, with more state and national interest in community sustainability, greater emphasis has been placed on revitalization of business districts and historic downtowns,” said Dwelling Place CEO Dennis Sturtevant. “Dwelling Place has been interested in exploring how its experience in urban business districts might be applied to historic rural downtowns.” Sturtevant said Dwelling Place and representatives from the City of Hastings are hoping to engage Michigan State Housing Development Authority and other state and federal agencies to create a unique new approach to the development of downtowns of small cities and neighborhood business districts like Hastings. The proposed plan is for the City of Hastings to collaborate with Dwelling Place to redevelop a few mixed-use building in the downtown business district. “In many small cities and in many neighborhood business districts of larger cities, the upper floors of many architecturally interesting buildings are vacant and could afford an opportunity for creating pedestrian-friendly affordable housing if the floors of several adjacent buildings could be assembled into a condominium-type structure for syndication using tax credits like LIHTC [low-income hosing tax credit], brownfield, historic, new markets and other public financing.” “In recent years, with more state and national interest in community sustainability, greater emphasis has been placed on revitalization of business districts and historic downtowns. Dwelling Place has been interested in exploring how its experience in urban business districts might be applied to historic rural downtowns.” – Dennis Sturtevant, Dwelling Place CEO Sturtevant explained that in the proposed model, the bottom floors would remain in the hands of the original building owners for retail or office use, but in a condominium form of ownership. Dwelling Place would own the upper floors in a separate, limited partnership that would offer affordable housing. He added that building or business owners could choose to invest the proceeds from the sale of their unused upper floors into their business on the lower floors. According to Sturtevant, the housing portion of the condominium would include the entire facade of the buildings and would therefore save the business or property owner the expense of exterior renovations because the upper floors could utilize historic and other tax credits. “Renovating buildings adjacent to each other is also critical to create shared walkways, elevators and common entrances to create cost efficiencies and maintain handicapped compliance,” said Sturtevant. “Several business owners have expressed interest in receiving assistance to develop their properties, and in particular, the upper floors. There is philanthropic interest in this idea. Their downtown is intact with contiguous buildings of vintage that would allow for qualification as a historic district, if they chose to so.” Dwelling Place representatives hope to schedule additional meetings with downtown property owners to further discuss the general concept and gauge interest. They also plan to talk with potential investors and will meet with Hastings officials to discuss the possibility of tax abatements for the residential portions of the project. by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer Along with working to select the next superintendent for the Maple Valley school district, the board of education also is working to overcome a projected $1.7 million deficit for the next school year. At Monday night’s regular meeting, the board agreed to have Darryl Sydloski, the district’s financial manager, explore a list of nearly 20 first-round cuts. Those cuts include eliminating the alternative education program, closing Kellogg School, cutting elementary specials (art, physical education and technology), eliminating the media center aide and social worker at the elementary level, eliminating a half-time counselor position at the high school and eliminating a part-time central office position. If all the cuts on the list were to be implemented, preliminary numbers indicate that the district would save nearly $1.3 million. The total, however, would still fall short of the deficit expected for next year. The district has experienced a $268 perpupil decrease from the state that totals $358,000 lost for the district. That number, combined with an estimated student population loss of 75, increasing costs in health care and benefits and lower local revenue, has created a host of tough decisions for the school board. Audience members and staff of the district spoke during the public comment portion of Monday’s meeting about some of the possible cuts and the affects they may have on students. “I believe our [elementary] physical education and technology is just as important for our students as it for the high school, and if you take them from one, you should take them from all,” said Lori Pettengill. Several in attendance spoke about the importance of counselors and the increasing workload they are struggling to complete with the current staffing. Robert Dorner, social worker at Fuller Street Elementary, said his position has become even more important during the current economic climate. Whether he fills the position, or someone else is in place, Dorner said the services provided to students are incredibly important. Programs that prevent truancy, reduce bullying and provide support to autistic students are administered through his office and provide needed support to students. “I took a 50 percent cut to come here and do what I love to do,” Dorner told the board. “If I get a pink slip, I’ll take a 50 percent increase to do what don’t love to do as much. It doesn’t have to be me but is has to be somebody.” After reviewing the list with the board and audience, board member Tim Burd, agreed with an audience member that the first round of cuts seem to hit the elementary schools the hardest. “No, that looks about right. I mean you’re losing a social worker. You’re losing a couple of aides. You’re losing all the specials. So, if you added up all the dollars, I would say, a significant part of that is coming form the elementary,” responded Burd. “We had four meetings asking anybody and everybody for any kinds of ideas they had. This is what we came up with. If anyone can come up with anything else, we’d be more than happy to listen to it. But yeah, I think it’s a little elementary-heavy, certainly.” The board made no decision about the cuts but directed Sydloski to further investigate the savings of each item on the list and bring the information back to the board. Drain commissioner delivers annual report Central Dispatch millage issue to be on August ballot by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At Tuesday’s meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners, Russ Yarger, drain commissioner of Barry County, delivered the 2009 annual report for his department. As part of his presentation, Yarger detailed various aspects of his office. He explained that, in addition to his office working to raise two homes on Jordan Lake in Woodland Township above area flood levels for 2004, his office also worked to maintain and repair drains across the county last year. The previous year also saw his office prepare for future projects, he added. As drain commissioner, Yarger is responsible for, among other things, overseeing almost every aspect of surface water drains in the county and ensuring the proper functioning of area dams. He said his work involves 243 miles of drains and 10 dams across the county. In other business, the board adopted a resolution to accept the findings of the county’s equalization department that were presented to members of the board last week. Karen Scarbrough, director of the equalization department, previously reported that the equalized and taxable values of real estate in the county for 2010 have decreased 4.74 percent and 2.48 percent, respectively, from 2009. According to a summary of the equalization department’s findings provided by the board, the equalized values of properties in the county totaled approximately $2.612 billion, last year, while the equalized values of such properties totaled about $2.488 billion, this year. The summary shows that the taxable values of properties in the county totaled roughly $1.956 billion, last year, and that the taxable values of such properties most recently totaled approximately $1.907 billion. Among other things, the equalization department is responsible for gathering information on the values of properties throughout the county that is then utilized by township assessors to more accurately assess property values within their respective townships. Equalized values usually reflect 50 percent of the market value of properties. Taxable values determine the property taxes for which the owners of those properties are responsible. More than 15 years ago, an amendment, known as Proposal A, was made to Michigan’s constitution, and that amendment requires increases to taxable values to be determined by one of two factors, whichever factor results in a lesser increase to such values. The limiting factors reflect either 5 percent of current taxable values or current rates of inflation. Because of Proposal A, the taxable values of properties that have been transferred to new owners are initially made equivalent to their equalized values. The expected drop in taxable values likely will result in a loss of approximately $350,000 in income for the county in 2011. Also adopted by the board was a resolution to not only approve ballot language for a proposed millage that would fund services provided by Barry County Central Dispatch, but to allow area residents to vote on the millage Aug. 3. According to the approved language, the millage would renew a similar tax levied over the past five years and be levied, beginning this year, at a maximum rate of .9816 mills for another five years. The board also passed a motion to reappoint W. Steve Storey to the board of directors for Barry County Community Mental Health Services. Terms for members of the board last three years, and Storey’s term is to begin retroactively April 1 and end March 31, 2013. Barry County Community Mental Health Services exists to provide preventative care, treatment and rehabilitation to residents of the county suffering from mental health issues. In addition, the board passed a motion to approve a total of more than $93,000 in monetary claims and disbursements involving the county’s various funds. Sheriff Dar Leaf announced during the portion of the meeting reserved for public comment the upcoming retirement of Ted Demott. Leaf explained that Demott has served with that department for 30 years. “He’s going to be missed,” he said. According to Demott, his last day with the department will be June 18. Meetings planned to gather input on extending trail Two meetings are scheduled to gather community input and ideas concerning the Safe Routes to Schools program. The program works to develop non-motorized trails in communities. The meetings will be Saturday, May 2, and Wednesday, May 5, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School cafeteria. Maple Valley High School teacher Andy Romes is working with a group of teachers and community members to organize the project. In a press release, Romes said the trail has many features that will add to the community. “This project involves many attractive features that will not only add to the infrastructure of our community, but may also promote tourism in our area,” wrote Romes. The meetings are designed to provide a forum for residents to discuss the project and a chance to express their concerns about the project and ask questions. The proposed trail will use the countyowned rail trail that roughly follows the Thornapple River between Nashville and Vermontville. A portion could be constructed across the north border of the jr./sr. high school campus, connecting the school to the two communities and extending the Paul Henry/Thornapple Trail. Call Andy Romes at 517-852-2283 with any questions. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — Page 15 Three candidates running for two TK board positions by Patricia Johns Staff Writer This year Thornapple Kellogg board of education incumbents Dave Smith and Kim Selleck are being challenged by candidate Tim Whitney. Two positions on the board are open. The election is Tuesday, May 4. Voters go to their regular polling places for this election. A questionnaire was sent to each candidates; his corresponding response is listed below. Dave Smith Dave Smith is a Middleville resident and has been a member of the Thornapple Kellogg board of education for more than 16 years. “All four of my children graduated from TK, and I now have one grandchild in the district with three younger grandchildren also living in the district who are not yet old enough for school,” he said. Smith graduated from Flushing High School in 1972. He then went on to Grand Rapids School of Bible and Music, graduating in 1975, and later receiving a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Cornerstone University in 1996. He has been employed by Steelcase since 1983 and has been a senior compensation consultant there for more than 11 years. Smith previously was an industrial engineer for Steelcase for two years, a production worker for 13 years and was a production employee for Bradford White Corporation for eight years. What is the most important issue facing the school district in the coming year? The single most important issue for the district is how to continue improving the quality of education for the students in spite of the funding challenges we’re faced with. The school district has again created an early retirement incentive to reduce both teaching and support staff in the district. In your opinion, is this the best way to reduce costs in the district? The ERI [early retirement incentive] provides teachers and staff members, who are already thinking about retiring, a way to retire a little earlier. From purely a cost perspective, it allows us to reduce more costly staff, which reduces or eliminates the need to lay off people who are usually newer and less costly. Right now, we have to look at all ways to reduce costs, and this is one of the least painful ways to do it. One of the cost-saving measures in the district is to move the library position at the middle school to a teaching position. Was this a good decision for students? We’re one of only a few districts with a teacher as a librarian, and there is no doubt it has been beneficial for kids. However, when funding is being reduced, those dollars are more effectively used in the classroom. While I would love to be able to keep the teacher in the library, it is a good decision for students because it reduces the need for program reductions that would be worse. The school district has again created an early retirement incentive to reduce both teaching and support staff in the district. In your opinion, is this the best way to reduce costs in the district? We need to do everything we can to maintain high-quality counseling services for students, but it is impossible for a change like this to not have some negative effect. While we wouldn’t have the number of counselors we do if we didn’t feel we needed them, this change is necessary to prevent program and classroom reductions that would have a more severely negative impact on the students. If the State of Michigan reduces the support for local K-12 school districts more than the district anticipates at this time, where will the additional cuts come from at TK? That is yet to be determined. We have been very open with the community and all staff and administration, and we have received suggestions that are all being considered. Decisions on where those cuts will come from will be made when and if we need to make those cuts. And depending on how much needs to be cut, those decisions will be made on the basis of what’s best for the students. What other ways would you like to see the school district save money during the 2010-11 school year? None of the reductions we’re making are things I would like to see. Since we have been very frugal with district finances, everything we’re doing to reduce spending represents a reduction in something that I would like to see continued. However, we won’t have enough revenue to maintain everything we are currently doing, so we must make reductions and we are committed to making them, in ways that will have the least negative impact on students. What are the best assets of the Thornapple Kellogg School District? The people, the teachers, the staff, the administration, they all contribute to making the school district the best it can be for all our students. The facilities, the board has been very committed to providing quality facilities for the students and community without being wasteful or extravagant. The community, while not officially part of the district, none of what we’ve been able to accomplish over the years would have been possible without the support of the community, which is second to none. What are the best assets of the Thornapple Kellogg School District? The single most important issue is to maintain continuous improvement of the education of our students. Preparing students to succeed in this quickly changing world presents new challenges for school districts, and we need to provide students with the tools to be successful. It’s not just about the ability to read and write and do math and science although those things will always be very important. It’s about teaching students the skills to access new and changing information and about them being able to effectively use that information to creatively solve problems. It’s no longer about what you know, it’s about what you can do with what you know. So TK needs to integrate teaching those skills and abilities into academic instruction, so students will be better prepared for their future success. Kim Selleck Kim Selleck is presently employed as the quality inspector for the Kalamazoo Flower Group. He has been employed as a grower and has held sales positions in the greenhouse industry for 30 years. His education includes a bachelor of science degree in parks and recreation earned at Michigan State University in 1976. He also earned a bachelor of science in horticulture in 1979. He will receive a masters in management degree from Aquinas College in May. Selleck is married and has two children. His son graduated three years ago, and his daughter will graduate from Thornapple Kellogg High School this year. What is the most important issue facing the school district in the coming year? The fiscal uncertainly from the state funding is the primary issue facing our district this year. The structural problems in funding from the state level make it difficult to budget for the fiscal year and make long-term fiscal goals. The inequities in funding also need to be addressed. Certain districts are still getting $11,000-plus per student, per year while districts like ours are receiving $7,200 per year. The school district has again created an early retirement incentive to reduce both teaching and support staff in the district. In your opinion, is this the best way to reduce costs in the district? It is only one tool to help reduce costs. It allows an incentive for higher salary staff at the end of their careers a method for early retirement. It reduces costs without having wholesale cutting of staff positions. The school district has again created an early retirement incentive to reduce both teaching and support staff in the district. In your opinion, is this the best way to reduce costs in the district? This decision will have a negligible effect on students at the middle school. Library staff and aides will still be available to students. Our district librarians will help the staff at the middle school to ensure proper help at the middle school. Another cost-savings measure is to reduce the number of counselor positions by either one or two. Positions could be reduced at either or both the high school and middle school. Again, how will this decision impact middle and high school students? Students will be affected slightly by this move. There will be counselors to assist students but each having a few more students to help. This decision allows a classroom teacher to stay in the classroom and helps keep our teacher-to-pupil ratio down. If the State of Michigan reduces the support for local K-12 school districts more than the district anticipates at this time, where will the additional cuts come from at TK? Unfortunately, with the budget consisting of 85 percent personnel cost, we have to evaluate how that affects the bottom line. We have fixed costs that it takes to operate buildings and we have put in place efficiencies there to reduce costs. What other ways would you like to see the school district save money during the 2010-11 school year? We need to evaluate cost reductions that least affect students’ education. Staff and community members are helping come up with ideas we can use to help us reduce costs. What are the best assets of the Thornapple Kellogg School District? The best asset of the TK school district is its staff and support staff, plus the support of the greater TK community. We have a community that values what education can do for students and supports it throughout the district. What are the best assets of the Thornapple Kellogg School District? We need to continually look for improvement and re-invent ourselves when needed to make sure our graduates are fully prepared to compete in the global economy. We want each student to achieve their potential in the field or endeavor they choose to follow. Tim Whitney Tim Whitney lives in Middleville. He has four children. Three, ages 9, 7 and 6 attend school in the Thornapple Kellogg district. The fourth is 6 months old and “is a future student in the district,” he said. Whitney graduated from West Ottawa High School and attended Grand Rapids Community College. He is president and chief executive officer (CEO) of Whitney Electric Plumbing Heating and Cooling. He is a master electrician and senior president of his company Whitney Electric, giving him a successful background in business and management. His position with work also allows him the time that it takes to put forth the necessary focus and attention required for our students futures. “I am committed to working long, tireless hours in order to provide the best possible public education for the students of our community,” he said. “I am a team player who is going to work for the good of the entire community. Our community needs determined, by Fran Faverman Staff Writer At a special board meeting Monday, April 19, the Yankee Springs Township Board of Trustees voted to spend $233,117 on repairs to Yankee Springs, Gun Lake, Shaw Lake, and Wildwood roads. Included in the amount is $10,720 for dust control and $46,690 approved in the 2009-10 budget but not done last summer. Trustee Mary Cook reported on the April 12 tour of paved roads listed by the Barry County Road Commission as requiring attention. She recommended doing as many repairs as possible while the township has the money, noting that revenue-sharing, which is a major portion of the general fund revenues, is very uncertain, given the economy in the state. After considerable discussion, Township Treasurer John Jerkatis suggested doing the Shaw Lake and Wildwood Roads repairs in conjunction with Rutland and Orangeville townships, respectively, to the east. Three segments of Yankee Springs Road from Wildwood Road to M-37 would be done. Gun Lake Road from Hastings Point Road to Yankee Springs Road would be resealed. A major factor in doing the three segments of Yankee Springs Road this summer was to avoid consecutive summers of having onelane traffic and other inconveniences on a primary road. The board unanimously approved the expenditure of $233,117, including $10,720 for dust control. Brad Lamberg, executive director of the Barry County Road Commission, fielded questions about costs and alternatives and offered the board an option used by some other communities whereby the community allocates the funds and the commission prioritizes the repairs for the community. Responding to a query from Yankee Springs Township Zoning Administrator Robert Lippert, Lamberg said the county did ask for bids on the oil used in the chip-and-seal and sealing processes; however, the county had opted to extend its existing contract for asphalt for another season. In other business before the board, a request from David Perkins, 1991 Kiser Road, Middleville, to split a parcel of land fronting on Bassett Lake into three parcels was approved. According to Lippert, the proposed division met all the requirements of the ordinance. The board unanimously approved the split. Zoning for the parcels was not affected by the split. Before the board meeting began, the township accepted delivery of the new Kawasaki 4-x-4 gasoline engine Mule for use by the Thornapple Township Emergency Services (TTES), provider of emergency services to Yankee Springs Township. Dave Middleton, director of TTES, informed onlookers that the vehicle already has been in service. The Orangeville Fire Department requested assistance as it was fighting a blaze in a wooded area with extremely difficult access. According to Middleton, the vehicle shuttled personnel, equipment and water to and from the scene. The next meeting of the township board will be Monday, May 3, at 7 p.m. in the township hall at 284 N. Briggs Road; the meeting will be a budget workshop. Dave Smith Kim Selleck Tim Whitney fair-minded people who want to advocate for children and are willing to spend time and energy to improve public education” He added, “I am a thinker and a doer who is dedicated to the bettering of our students’ education. Our students deserve the best education and preparation in the nation, anything less is strictly unacceptable. ” What is the most important issue facing the school district in the coming year? The education of our district’s students year in and year out is the issue of greatest importance, without question. Of course, the current budget shortfalls going into the future school year and years to come are a hot issue beckoning a lot of attention as should be the case. We are facing $168 per-student shortfall for the 2010-11 school year equaling $504,000, and going into 2011-12 year we are facing up to an additional $268 per student equaling $804,000 this will be a possible cut of almost $1.3 million per year. The district has been operating in a financial manner that concessions are necessary and forced to become available that have not previously been implemented in order to ease the burden of some of these state financial cuts. It is my concern that the district is moving in some directions in regard to “cuts” without the success of all students as first priority. With deeper probing and investigations into restructuring curriculum, operating and administering the schools the district could be performing at much higher levels for our students’ education while becoming more economically selfsufficient. Our district has been fortunate and well supported by the community of the greater Middleville area through generous millages and community involvement that range from minimal to miraculous. The funding differences allowed by the legislation in the state of Michigan concerning the substantial difference in dollar per student amounts for school districts in the state is an atrocity and needs to be put to an end. All students in all areas should be given the same standard and value. Our district as well as the majority of the districts in our area receives a fraction of the amount districts in other more influentially governing areas of the state receive. If this practice does not exist, our district would have no shortfall to speak of or worry about. This will stop only if we keep a watchful eye on the upcoming November elections and choose to elect the legislative candidates who will help our districts and our motivated administrators change this unfair practice. But yet in the meantime, we will have to use our resourcefulness and intuition to help restructure through many of the avenues addressed below. Including aspects such as operations and energy conservation and production on an industries scale, staff restructuring and further re-educating, curriculum reassessment and broadening through options of innovative cutting-edge education done by innovative cutting-edge teachers and administrators such as the applied physics teacher in the high school J.T. Miller. There are avenues in many directions, it is imperative all are stringently worked upon. There are ways to do what is already done and what needs to be done more efficiently and effective leading to stronger education. The school district has again created an early retirement incentive to reduce both teaching and support staff in the district. In your opinion, is this the best way to reduce costs in the district? Reducing teaching and support staff positions will never be a good option let alone the best option for the success of our students. However with that said if the positions are replaced and not eliminated allowing older higher-paid teachers who have served us so greatly the option to take incentive packages allowing them into early retirement and new intensely recruited and vetted teachers replace them at a lower rate of pay due to seniority is a viable option within the district’s current operating structure. A revised structuring could eliminate these issues all together allowing the best of both. The school district has again created an early retirement incentive to reduce both teaching and support staff in the district. In your opinion, is this the best way to reduce costs in the district? The current librarian Chris Boysen has moved through the district with great ease from her administrative position in community education to the librarian in a great library at the middle school level. This library is ahead of its time, and our students deserve it to be available at its fullest extent and usability. If the transition allows the librarian position to be versatile creating a more productive position than it currently is, this is a good decision with or without a budget crisis. But our students cannot plainly lose their librarian. Another cost-savings measure is to reduce the number of counselor positions by either one or two. Positions could be reduced at either or both the high school and middle school. Again, how will this decision impact middle and high school students? This is a horrible measure. The loss of any of the students’ counseling staff as they reach out as life educators with the student’s best interest always as their focus without being an authorizing force in the eyes of the student will prove to be foolish. The counseling staff members provide so much of what is needed for clarity on many issues in our students’ lives when they may not have anyone else to go to for input or guidance. These positions are increasingly important at the high school level when students begin to look toward their futures and need help in finding direction on reaching their goals of higher education and employment positions in the ever increasingly competitive work force that is ahead of all of our students. It is the responsibility of the district’s board members and administrators to ensure the greatest levels of opportunity at success, and these positions are instrumental in setting our students out with a sense of direction while they go through the transitions from school life to the rest of their life. If the State of Michigan reduces the support for local K-12 school districts more than the district anticipates at this time, where will the additional cuts come from at TK? Additional “cuts” if necessary will have to come from redirection and not “cuts” at all, if our students are to succeed. This redirection should be implemented regardless of fears of future support reductions. We should be working constantly on improving our curriculum while reducing cost and eliminating wasteful spending and trimming operational costs, allowing to further educate our students in a more innovative manner preparing them for success in a world that is ever advancing. What other ways would you like to see the school district save money during the 2010-11 school year? There are many opportunities available to our district. In operations the Michigan Municipal Bonding Authority, Renewable Schools Grant and Energy Works MI offer many great avenues. A stringent look inside of curriculum with deliberate actions will allow opportunities to integrate more technical based learning while slashing costs of inefficient outdated techniques. One leader in this in our district is third grade teacher Mark Lester. The district has decided to begin eliminating positions in these directions starting with discussions on sending the middle school computer technician Joyce Blood out of her current position. We cannot divert to “Little House On The Prairie” simply because it is cost-effective. What are the best assets of the Thornapple Kellogg School District? We are fortunate here at Thornapple Kellogg in the sense that we are one community all standing behind one school. This great sense of community through the schools leads to great character, social activism and high standards, with great educating tools within reach leading to well-rounded successful products of our students. What other issues are important to you in education in the TK school district? ... To make your goals and your students’ dreams a reality is what is important. Our teachers need to be cutting edge with innovative techniques, receiving the greatest quality of ongoing training enabling them to perform at the highest level in the nation. ... Barry County Economic Development Yankee Springs Township to repair four major roads Alliance signs on to support MEDC’s efforts Michigan Economic Development Corporation President and Chief Executive Officer Greg Main has announced that the MEDC has signed a cooperation agreement with the Barry County Economic Development Alliance. The MEDC now has signed partnerships with 147 economic development organizations and communities across the state with the goal of encouraging collaboration to promote economic development and create new jobs. "Economic development requires solid teamwork and the MEDC could not fulfill its mission without strong relationships with local economic developers and communities across the state," said Main. "We look forward to working with Barry County Economic Development Alliance to grow our existing businesses and attract new industries to the state." The MEDC was created in 1999 by an Interlocal Agreement executed by local economic development corporations created under Public Act 338 of 1974. Other economic development agencies that also work very closely in partnership with the MEDC include local agencies, utilities and business organizations that are not incorporated under Public Act 338. “This Cooperation Agreement formalizes our continued commitment to rural economic development in Barry County in partnership with the MEDC,” said Valerie Byrnes, president of the Barry County Economic Development Alliance. “Progress toward economic vibrancy relies on multiple layers of collaboration and this agreement is assurance to our local companies that the Barry County Economic Development Alliance serves on their behalf as an active, strategic partner with the MEDC.” To recognize these important partnerships, the Cooperation Agreement was developed as an informal contract between the MEDC and participating local economic development organizations to jointly implement strategies that will promote economic growth and create and retain good jobs and a high quality of life within the organization’s jurisdiction. �Page 16 — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner ART, continued from page 1 uals and or groups would gift funds for sculpture acquisition and we will be able to keep a few for permanent display while generating funds to support an exhibition in 2011 to 2012,” he said. “Purchases of the sculpture generates a commission for the DDA that goes back to fund future sculpture leases and or acquisitions. The beauty of the lease through Midwest Sculpture Initiative is that we can get to know the pieces, let them rest in our community a bit, and if they inspire us, we can find a way to keep them around for future generations to enjoy. “Having art publicly displayed in a community says a lot about its citizens, organizations, businesses and leadership,” he added. “It is a great show of pride and dedicated interest in cultural affairs. It will inspire many.” In other business, the council: • Approved a request from fishing instructor Ron Martin to use Fish Hatchery Park for a fifth grade trip in May. The trip is part of Martin’s basic fishing program, which includes a unit entitled “Hooked on Fishing Not on Drugs,” as well as instruction on conservation, nature, fish biology, invasive species and more. • Approved a request from Peggy Hemerling, the youth services librarian at Hastings Public Library, to use the city hall parking lot from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Living between fire and ice This map shows where the 14 sculptures will be placed in downtown Hastings. July 31, for a summer reading program presentation which will include a band playing music from the 1950s and 1960s for a “Rock ‘n’ Roll Beach Party.” • Approved a request from Tracy Solmes, director of Children’s Ministries at First Presbyterian Church in Hastings to allow the church to close West Center Street between Church Street and Broadway from 6 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, June 14, through Friday, The sculpture of Icarus will be placed on Court Street. This sculpture will be placed on the corner of State and Church streets near the fountain on the Barry County Courthouse lawn. TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE ROLL FOR MIDDLE LAKE WEED CONTROL SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT TO: The residents and property owners bordering Middle Lake and all other interested persons. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Supervisor has reported to the Township Board and filed in the office of the Township Clerk for public examination a special assessment roll prepared covering all properties within the Weed Control Special Assessment District No. 1 benefited by the weed control project. Said assessment roll has been prepared for the purpose of assessing a portion of the costs for the proposed Weed Control Special Assessment District as more particularly shown on the plans and estimates of costs on file with the Township Clerk within the township, which assessment is in the approximate amount of $57,000.00 for five seasons. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Supervisor has further reported that the assessment against each parcel of land within said district is such relative portion of the whole sum levied against all parcels of land in said district as the benefit to such parcels bears to the total benefit to all parcels of land in said district. The proposed special assessment as shown on the roll is in the approximate amount of $57,000.00 for the five seasons, or $11,400.00 per year, ($109.00 per year per parcel) of land in the district. For further information you are invited to examine the Roll. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Board will meet at the Carlton Township Hall at 85 Welcome Road, within the township on May 10, 2010 at 7 p.m. for the purpose of reviewing said Special Assessment Roll, hearing any objections thereto, and thereafter conforming said Roll as submitted or revised or amended. Said roll may be examined at the office of the Township Clerk (at the Township Hall) during regular business hours of regular business days until the time of said hearing and may further be examined at said hearing. Appearance and protest at this hearing is required in order to appeal the amount of the special assessment to the State Tax Tribunal. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that an owner, or party in interest, or his or her agent may appear in person at the hearing to protest the Special Assessment, or may file his or her appearance or protest by letter at or before the hearing, and in that event, personal appearance shall not be required. The owner or any person having an interest in the real property who protests in person or in writing at the hearing may file a written appeal of the special assessment with the State Tax Tribunal within 30 days after the confirmation of the Special Assessment Roll. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Carlton Township Board will provide necessary and reasonable auxiliary aids and services, to individuals with disabilities at the hearing upon reasonable notice to the Carlton Township Clerk of the need for the same at least five days prior to the aforesaid hearing. All interested persons are invited to be present at the aforesaid time and place to submit comments concerning the foregoing. CARLTON TOWNSHIP Michele Erb, Clerk 85 Welcome Road Hastings, MI 49058 269-945-5990 06714239 June 18, during its vacation Bible school program. • Approved a request from Keith Beebe, office manager of the American Red Cross Barry County transportation office, to allow the organization to park its two vans overnight in City Lot No. 4. • Approved a motion to allow Hastings Mayor Bob May and Hastings Clerk and Treasurer Tom Emery to sign an addendum to the intergovernmental agreement changing the name of the Joint Planning Committee to the Joint Planning Alliance as recommended by the Joint Planning Committee. • Approved May’s appointment of Alan Klein to the city planning commission to finish the unexpired term of the late Dr. V. Harry Adrounie. His term will expire Dec. 31, 2012. • Awarded the bid of C & C Contractors LLC for the 20101 seal-coating program in the amount of $133 per ton ($7,980) for patching, and $1.47 a square yard ( $160,230) for an estimated total of $168,210 as recommended by Hastings Director of Public Services Tim Girrbach. • Approved a travel and training policy for both elected and appointed City officials which states, “Expenditures for travel and training shall only be paid for with City funds where it can be clearly demonstrated that such travel and training will have a direct and nearterm benefit to the City of Hastings,” with the provision that all such expenditures be preapproved. • Discussed amending the City’s existing ordinance regulating sidewalk cafes to allow alcohol to be served. With Trustee Don Bowers casting the only dissenting vote, council approved a motion directing city staff to create and bring to the council a draft ordinance allowing the sale and consumption of alcohol in sidewalk cafes. Leak discovered, Michigan Avenue has new detour The Hastings Department of Public Service has announced that there will be a new detour on North Michigan Avenue through at least Monday, May 3, due to a leak in a gas line near the bridge over the Thornapple River, and the DPS is asking motorists to avoid the area. Last week, a portion of North Michigan Avenue, between Mill and Thorn streets was closed while crews replaced sewer line. That portion of the road will remain closed while the contractor completes restoration work. However, a gas leak found near the bridge over the Thornapple River has caused the closing of the southbound lane of traffic over the bridge to allow Consumers Energy to make the necessary repairs. Northbound traffic will continue to be detoured down Mill Street to Boltwood before being directed back to North Michigan Avenue. However, detour signs are now directing southbound traffic on Michigan Avenue to use East State Road to North Broadway until the work on the bridge is completed. by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters The good citizens of Iceland have two mega-problems this spring. One is their economic and banking situation, which is still in something close to meltdown mode. I cannot fathom finances and economics, so I’m in no position to really follow that part of the current and dreary Icelandic saga. The other is geological, and that’s a piece of the story a rockhead like me can better understand. Since the days the Norse settled Iceland more than 1,000 years ago, they have had to live with the fact that the Atlantic Ocean basin is slowly but steadily growing. And that matters because the growth is taking place due to volcanoes — including the ones creating their island nation. In short, Iceland is a high point of what geologists call the MidAtlantic Ridge that is leading to the basin’s growth over time, both east and west via spreading at the ridge. Most of the ridge is underwater, but in Iceland, it rises above the sea so people can live on it (if they are hardy enough, at least). The whole Mid-Atlantic Ridge is a series of volcanoes. Out of those outlets, molten rock pours on a regular basis. The molten material makes a solid, volcanic rock when it cools, both under the ocean waves and on the isle of Iceland. But, obviously, living with lava just down the block has some real challenges and drawbacks, even for the tough descendants of the Norse. On the whole, folks in Iceland have coped well with their harsh environment. Naturally, from time immemorial, they have tried to keep their settlements away from obviously recent lava flows and the most active volcanic vents. And in modern times, they have captured heat from hot water under the ground that they can to use as geothermal energy systems. That’s a good example, in my book, of making lemonade from lemons. As you have seen in recent news, they have another challenge besides lava to deal with. Because glaciers are not few and far between in Iceland, from time to time volcanic eruptions occur beside and even under them. And now has been such a time. That creates a special problem. Lava, naturally enough, rapidly melts glacial ice. Liquefying a lot of ice quickly means that torrents of water flow downhill, so flooding results. Hundreds of Icelandic citizens in rural areas have been evacuated in front of flash flood threats over the past few weeks. Back in geologic time, it’s clear that massive outburst floods have occurred because of this effect. Another threat from the volcanoes is that the floodwaters mix with soil and “ash” from the volcanic eruption. The ash is tiny bits of volcanic material. The problem is that this mixture flows downhill like a dense debris flow, taking out everything in its path. Geologists use the term “lahar” for the flows – a word you can look for in the news. Yet another problem is one that makes more than Icelanders suffer. Volcanic ash is launched high into the atmosphere when volcanoes go through major eruptive cycles. In recent weeks, Iceland’s ash output into the skies has been enough to affect both the good people of Iceland and their neighbors as far away as Poland. In particular, airplane routes have been diverted away from Iceland and many flights across the northern Atlantic and northern Europe have been canceled due to volcanic ash in the air. And the saga isn’t over. The eruptions have been coming from the Eyjafjallajokull volcano in southern Iceland. It is adjacent to the Katla volcano, a much bigger volcanic conduit – and one that could supply more lava all over again. In short, the story could get fiercely worse before it gets better. As I write these words, the situation is quieting down (thankfully) – but as you read them, the saga may have been launched into a new chapter. Geologists can make educated guesses about what will happen tomorrow, but not firm predictions about what will happen next month. Between the collapse of the banks and assaults of Mother Nature, we can only wish Iceland’s residents the best. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter at RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Sciences at Washington State University. Lake Odessa The coming weekend has the “Spring into the Past” free museum tour. Hours at the Depot Museum Complex in Lake Odessa will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday. The usual exhibits are in place plus there will be a display of topical books. The gift shop will be open. This event draws local people for whom this is a first-time visit to a local attraction. A fire completely destroyed a farm building on Darby Road Tuesday afternoon. It was just a few feet behind the farmhouse occupied until last January by. Rev. Mary Schippers Dr. Munter. Clarksville Fire Department responded. Lake Odessa and Freeport sent trucks and crews to assist. The Ionia County Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, May 8. Member Joe McCord of Ionia will be speaking on the “horseless carriage.” On Saturday past, the ICGS hosted a workshop for the West Michigan Genealogical Society with about 20 present. Lunch was served on the premises by the local historical society. For most, this was a first time to see the fine building in which the ICGS is housed, the Freight House Museum. Friday, May 7, the women of Central United Methodist Church will have their annual Spring Fling with a chicken and biscuit dinner. This will be followed by piano performances by students of Julie Klynstra and then singer Rob Pearson of Portland, an Elvislike singer. This will be his third appearance in this venue. Those who hear him want to hear him again. He sings a wide variety of tunes. With great weather most days, the town is bustling with residents sprucing up their yards. Much trimming, mowing and digging is taking place. The village crew is picking up yard waste in big brown bags, the only acceptable method, to rid the yards of broken limbs, clippings and more. On occasion, a truck with chipper hauled behind comes around and disposes of larger limbs left on the curbside. Most burning is prohibited. It was okay to roast a marshmallow but not to burn big limbs, trash or leaves. Those who attended the Saturday spring breakfast at Central United Methodist Church were treated to fine food prepared by Andrea Gentner but also to the delightful presentation by Noreen Midley of Hudsonville with her stories of making new from the old as she does in her shop Refunction Junction. She interspersed her story with tidbits on recycling and also wove into her time her Christian witness. She welcomed interchanges with her audience and included lots of humor. The Ionia and Clarksville historical societies are combining their forces to hold an antique appraisal evening. The date is Friday, May 14 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Clarksville Village Hall. Fruit trees are in full bloom. Driving through the countryside, one can see many trees in the woodlots with white blossoms. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — Page 17 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... with Esther Walton Early pioneer recalled experiences in the big woods, series conclusion The following, originally printed in the Dec. 5, 1907, Banner, is a recount of early pioneer memories of Amanda (Haight) Wheeler. She was 79 at the time of the publication and died less than two years later. In 1847, Amanda Haight married Milo Thatcher Wheeler, who served as Woodland postmaster, township supervisor and county treasurer. Both were born in Steuben County, N.Y., were among the early settlers in Woodland Township, and are buried at Riverside Cemetery in Hastings. One of their daughters, Roselle, married Marshall L. Cook, longtime editor of the Banner. ***** In the spring of 1841 Reuben Haight returned to Livingston County where he bought six sheep and drove them back to Woodland, making the round trip on foot. With the wool from these sheep his good wife spun and wove for the family a new supply of clothing. This little flock multiplied quite rapidly and were a source of revenue. They had to be securely housed at night and watched by day to keep them from being carried away by the wolves. These wolves could be heard at night in the dense woods, making their calls for the pack to gather. Here one would utter a peculiar cry, to be answered soon by another from a distance. A third, fourth and so on would quickly chime in. From their cries, it could be easily discovered that they were gathering at some apparently agreed-upon point. Then the pack would skirmish for their prey. Often they would rout a deer, which would rush toward the lake with the yelping wolves at its heels. Once the deer reached the water he was safe, for he would quickly jump into it and swim away from the shore. Then the wolves would stand on the bank and howl and seemed to be desperately angry, their sharp, quick cries showing their displeasure. The following summer, Mr. Haight bought a cow and yoke of oxen. Then the family felt they were in the clover – for they could have milk and butter, as well as the maple sugar made in the spring. There was, however, no hay to be had that fall, and after the frosts had killed the green stuff in the woods, Mr. Haight had to rustle hard to provide forage for his sheep and cattle. Mrs. Amanda Wheeler can recall how he kept them alive that winter by browsing them upon the basswood limbs. He would cut down the tree of that variety, and the animals would follow him and greedily chew the tips of the branches. This was pretty slim fare for the cattle and sheep, but it was the best to be had, and they could not have been kept through that winter in any other manner. One day the following winter, the daughter Amanda had a terrible toothache caused by an ulcerated molar. The nearest dentist was at Ionia. There she was taken by ox team, her brother Stephen driving the yoke, and had the troublesome tooth extracted, to her great relief. It took three days to make this journey. The boy Stephen frequently after that drive to Ionia to take wheat to mill when the father was able to buy or raise that cereal. Mrs. Wheeler can remember one of her girlhood experiences while running errands. She had started from home to go to her uncle’s and was skipping along on her journey when she was nearly paralyzed with fright at seeing an immense black bear cross the pathway just a few feet ahead of her. Needless to say she stopped perfectly still and held her breath, until the bruin had gone some distance away, when she hurried back home and told her brother Stephen, who pluckily hunted up a rifle and started after the bear, but could not find him. The Indians were very numerous, particularly where the fishing and hunting were at their best, in those early days. Mrs. Wheeler can remember them well, particularly old Chief Sobby, after whom Sobby Lake [aka Saubee Lake] was named. She was afraid of him, because he seemed so gruff and cross, although he never attempted to harm her. He would frequently come to the Haight cabin, and would want something to eat, and seemed to delight in saying to the little girl, “Gal, get Sobby drink.” His requests were obeyed with great alacrity. On the shore of Jordan Lake a great camp of Indians would sometime assemble, and there was an Indian village near Sobby Lake. Mrs. Wheeler remembers that the Indian hunter slaughtered a lot of deer near Jordan Lake one fall, letting the offal become a terrible stench. It was felt that this was the course of an epidemic of sickness then raging among the white people. As the Indians declined to go away at the suggestion This monument at Woodland Memorial Park marks the grave of Matilda (Ingerson) and Johnathan Haight, the latter being uncle to Amanda (Haight) Wheeler. (Photo and information from The History of Woodland, Michigan, 1937-1987, pub. 1987). of their white neighbors, a company of armed white men was brought from Hastings and vicinity, who soon compelled the aborigines to move to distant quarters. Mrs. Wheeler remembers an exciting incident one night in 1842 or 1843. The Haights heard loud calls for help that night. Going to the door of his home, her father knew that someone must be in trouble and called to inquire what it was. A man’s voice announced that he had been treed by the timber wolves near their home and begged for help. It was Ben Tupper, who had started out that night from his home near what is now Lake Odesa to go on foot to the home of Alanson Jordan, in the southern part of Woodland. He wished to get Mrs. Jordan to come and nurse his brother’s wife. Mr. Haight took some fire brands and drove the wolves away. He then accompanied Tupper to Jordan’s and walked back with him and Mrs. Jordan to the home where Mrs. Jordan’s services were required. Mrs. Wheeler can remember her mother’s custom of taking her Bible on Sundays in the spring and summer and going out into the woods to read it and to get the comfort and help she needed from the Word of Life. After she had read from the sacred volume, her voice would be lifted up in song and then a prayer of praise and thanksgiving would go up to heaven from a reverent heart. She was a deeply religious woman. At the time of her funeral, Rev. Tupper who conducted the services, stated that his own conversion was due to the reality of the religion of Christ which had been revealed to him by the devoted life and strength of character which Mrs. Haight had shown. He said that when a young man he had lived near the Haight home, and had heard her sing and pray many times when she had gone out into the woods in the manner described, and was so impressed by her reverence and piety and by the gentle goodness of her life that he was drawn to the religion which gave her such comfort, and endowed her with such patience and her frail body with such strength to endure the severe hardships that were her daily lot in the care of her home and large family. Sometime after the Haights were located in their own home, a little Methodist class was organized in their neighborhood, and on Sundays gathered at the Potts’ house. Mrs. Wheeler can remember how they met, read the Bible, sang familiar hymns and prayed; and then someone would read something that would pass for an exhortation to faithful living. Occasionally, a Methodist preacher from Vermontville or Ionia would conduct the services. Alonzo Barnum and wife would walk to these meetings from their home six miles away, and he carried the baby there and back. In October 1847, Amanda Haight was married to Milo T. Wheeler, of Woodland. He was for many years supervisor of that township, and for six years the treasurer of Barry County. He died in 1879. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES Declare your "Financial Arbor Day" The national celebration of Arbor Day happens on the last Friday of April, although some states have designated different dates for their own Arbor Day observances. Over the years, Americans have planted millions of trees on this day, improving the environment, reducing erosion and leaving an invaluable gift to future generations. But the concepts behind Arbor Day can also be transferred to other realms — such as investing. So, this year, why not take steps to establish your own Financial Arbor Day? Here are some ideas to consider: • Plant some “seeds.” Even the mightiest trees started out small — and the same is true of the investment portfolios of many successful investors. If you’re just beginning to invest, put whatever you can afford, however minimal, into an IRA and a 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan. If you’ve been investing for a while but still need to move closer toward your goals, you may have to seek out some new fields of opportunity and invest in them. • Nurture the “roots.” To grow, tree roots need to be fed through water, oxygen and minerals. And once you’ve planted the seeds of your investments, they need to be nourished, too. So, for example, once you’ve opened your 401(k), boost your contributions whenever you get a salary increase. Also consider fully funding your IRA until you’ve reached the annual limits. • Seek out variety. If you look around your neighborhood, you will likely find many different types of trees. And that’s a good thing, because when Dutch elm disease or some other ailment strikes one type of tree, you and your neighbors still have others that can thrive. And the same principle applies to investing — if an economic downturn or some other event primarily strikes one type of asset, and most of your money is tied up in that asset, you could run into trouble. That’s why you need to diversify your investment dollars among stocks, bonds, certificates of deposit (CDs), Treasury bills and other securities. While diversification, by itself, cannot guarantee a profit or protect against a loss, it can help reduce the effects of volatility on your portfolio. • Be patient. When you plant a seed, you know it will take many years for your efforts to reach fruition. Over time, your tree will lose some branches and bark, and it will be buffeted by heavy winds, scorching sun and driving rains. However, if it has a strong set of roots, it can survive and grow. You need to show the same patience with your investment portfolio, because it, too, will face a variety of challenges over the years, and at times it may appear beaten down. But if you follow a consistent strategy, supported by a mix of quality investments that reflects your risk tolerance, time horizon and long-term goals, and if you have the patience and discipline to ride out downturns, you can help yourself reach your objectives. When people use their shovels and hoes on Arbor Day, they create something that will literally last a lifetime. And the same thing can happen when you declare your own Financial Arbor Day — so get out your investment “tools” and get to work. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 20.92 -.25 AT&T 25.95 -.71 CMS Energy Corp 16.13 +.33 Coca-Cola Co 52.87 -1.60 Dow Chemical Co 30.07 -.29 Exxon Mobil 68.27 -.70 Family Dollar Stores 39.27 +.87 First Financial Bancorp 19.72 +.17 Flowserve CP 115.73 +.71 Ford Motor Co 13.57 -.34 Intl Bus Machine 128.82 -.87 JCPenney Co 31.17 +.69 Johnson & Johnson 64.28 -1.71 Kellogg Co 52.43 -1.18 McDonald’s Corp 70.53 +.19 Pfizer Inc 16.46 -.30 Sears Holding 118.51 +10.71 Spartan Motors 6.28 -.08 TCF Financial 18.48 +2.41 Walmart Stores 54.04 -.48 Gold $1170.00 +31.60 Silver $18.19 +.35 Dow Jones Average 10.991.99 -125.07 Volume on NYSE -- ‘Traffic accident’ to take place at Delton Kellogg High School campus by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Two events planned to take place next month at Delton Kellogg High School campus were discussed at the April 19 meeting of the Delton Kellogg Board of Education, including one event designed to help students learn about possible repercussions of driving while drunk or distracted. In a presentation delivered to the board by Kyle Svoboda, a representative of Thornapple Township’s Emergency Services department, and Gene Muskegon, chief of the fire department serving Barry, Hope and Prairieville townships, Svoboda explained that a staged traffic accident and dramatizations of events that sometimes follow such an incident are scheduled to be held on school grounds May 6. According to Svoboda, the staged accident, which will take place in the school’s parking lot, will feature two wrecked cars, along with several students from the school who will portray a variety of characters, including someone who has died in the incident and people who were friends of the deceased. Fake blood will provide authenticity to the scene, and a variety of area emergency personnel will be present and handle the accident as if it were genuine, he added. “We do get as real as possible,” he said. Svoboda explained that, following the staged accident, students also will be able to witness a mock funeral and court case inspired by the incident. Jodi Borowicz, a teacher at the high school, also spoke about a health fair scheduled to take place at the school’s gymnasium May 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. Borowicz explained that the fair, which is being organized largely by juniors and seniors enrolled in a health class she teaches, will offer attendees the opportunity to visit more than 50 booths offering information on health-related topics. Other booths will be stationed by representatives of area businesses and organizations. Describing some of the work completed by students that will help to make the health fair a reality, Borowicz explained that students applied for and received a $300 grant for the event from the Barry Community Foundation’s Youth Advisory Council. “It’s been wonderful, and the kids have been realizing what a great community they’re in,” she said. In other business, Steve Scoville, principal of Delton Kellogg Elementary School, delivered a presentation to the board on recent happenings, continuing successes and future plans associated with the school. Concerning recent developments at the school, Scoville explained that, in an effort to provide staff and parents with more complete and useful information, the last report cards delivered to parents of children at the school were different from those previously distributed. “Our previous report card was not a complete student record,” he said. According to Scoville, report cards issued on behalf of schools around the area were researched and used to create the new report card format, which allows for additional detail, including information on tardiness. “So far, feedback’s been relatively positive,” Scoville said of the response from parents about the change. Discussing opportunities that continue to be made available to students at his school, Scoville talked about programs such Junior Great Books and Odyssey of the Mind, along with a chess club open to some of the district’s youngest students. “That’s an ever-growing program,” he said of the chess club. “It’s really great to see ... kids excited about something that really has an underlying academic benefit.” Referencing a plan being developed by school staff, Scoville added that, in the near future, new curriculum and programs will be instituted to improve the reading and writing performance of students at the school. The plan also will specify a new system to encourage positive behavior at the school, he added. “It’s a good process, and what we will come out of it with in the springtime is a school improvement plan that is a living, breathing document,” he said. In one of several actions taken by the board, the board voted 6-1, with Treasurer Marsha Bassett casting the dissenting vote, to approve a field trip to Chicago by students of Duane Hornbeck, a teacher at Delton Kellogg Middle School. The board approved field trips to Chicago for students of three of the four sixth grade classes at the middle school at its March 15 meeting but did not approve a similar trip for Hornbeck’s students because of a disagreement between the teacher and Diane Talo, principal of the middle school, over sanctioning and proper approval of the trip. While a trip to Chicago has been offered to sixth grade students for many years, the trip traditionally is different for Hornbeck’s students. The trip for his students usually takes place on the same day but is several hours longer and includes attending a Major League Baseball game. After the meeting, a staff member from Superintendent Cindy Vujea’s office explained that the trip approved by the board last week is identical to those it approved last month. Before the board voted on the trip, Bassett remarked that she approved of the trip for Hornbeck’s students being different from the others. “I’m going to be voting against this motion, but only because I wanted a different trip,” she said. The board also voted to approve the high school’s course selection guide for the 2010-11 school year. High School Principal Stewart Schofield summarized the guide at the board meeting last month, saying it would include additional English, automotive, art and guided study classes, along with a new math class that will allow students to complete an algebra II course over two years, instead of one. In addition, Schofield previously explained that the guide also would feature either fewer or no computer-aided design classes, woodworking classes or life skills classes. The board voted to appoint Alan Mabie as coach of the varsity boys soccer team for the 2010-11 fall sports season. In further regard to sports, Vujea announced that Ben Farkas, an assistant principal at the high school and the district’s athletic director, recently became a certified athletic administrator through the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrative Association. Vujea explained that, in order to achieve the designation, Farkas had to not only have experience as an athletic director, but take classes and pass an exam. “That is ... quite a tremendous accomplishment,” she said. The board also voted to adopt new, revised and replacement policies for the district regarding wireless communication devices, school-sponsored publications and productions, construction and renovation, security, video surveillance and electronic monitoring, Internet, electronic communications and information management. During the meeting, exceptional contributions to the school system also were recognized with the reading of “Nice Job Notes” dedicated to the following people: Glen Alaniz, Matt Barstow, Bassett, Jenny Bever, Cheryl Bower, Amy ButchBaker, Dennis Carman, Jeff Cleveland, Marti Cleveland, Christy Cole, Crystal Dallavalle, Dennis Donahue, Kathy Forsyth, Melanie Gan, Audrey Gillig, Bruce Gillig, Jami Green, Val Heethuis, Hornbeck, Marti Horrman, Robert Houtrow, Marissa Ingle, Amanda Jones, Sharon Jones, Amanda Kanaziz, Katie Keen, Dina Krul, Christine Mabie, Mike Marcinek, Margaret Martin, Nikki Massonari, Cindy Matousek, Jodi McManus, Cheryl Mosebach, Thang Nguyen, Julie Osgood, Dan Phillips, Ryan Post, Julie Renaldo, Glen Richardson, Amy Scoville, Steve Scoville, Todd Shipley, Susan Shorey, Diane Simmons, Greg Smith, Rhonda Sturgeon, Talo, Lisa Tobias, Heidi Tyner, Bill Warren and Monica West. �Page 18 — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Chelsea Erb will join Alma College Women’s Golf team by Brett Bremer Sports Editor A combination of work and things falling into place just right has earned Lakewood senior Chelsea Erb a spot on the Alma College Women’s Golf Program. She announced her plans Wednesday amongst a group of classmates, teammates, friends, family, teachers, and coaches at Lakewood High School. Erb didn’t even play golf until her freshman year in high school, when her friend and classmate Alexa Payne urged her to go out of the team with her. Before then Erb said the only real reason she ever went golfing was to drive the carts. “My freshman year was the first time I ever really tried to take golf seriously,” Erb said, “and once it caught on strokes just kind of came off.” The improvement from her freshman to sophomore seasons led to her getting a letter of interest from the Alma coach, Charlie Goffnett, but Erb said she forgot about that after a while. On a trip home from a visit to Northwood University last fall, Erb and her mother stopped to get something to drink and noticed an Alma College sign. They decided to add one more stop to their trip. “I fell in love with (Alma),” Erb said. “I absolutely loved it. Everything about it. Coach said he still wanted me, and it kind of snowballed from there.” She plans to study pre-med, and to one day be a pediatrician. “She exemplifies the term ‘scholar-athlete’, and I believe she will be one of the top first- year players in our conference,” Goffnett said in a statement. “Chelsea Erb is a terrific person, student and golfer. We couldn’t be more thrilled to have her become an Alma College Scot.” Erb went to the state finals as a junior and finished in a tie for 12th place. She was the first girl from Lakewood ever to earn a spot in the golf finals. Erb was an all-conference performer three times in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division, and was the league’s top scorer in each of the last two seasons. She was the medallist last fall in ten of the Vikings’ 11 matches. Erb holds the Lakewood nine-hole scoring record, which she set with a one-under-34 at Ridgeview in Belding last fall. Erb’s face turned red Wednesday, and a couple tears started to leak out as her high school coach Carl Kutch listed her accomplishments and talked about what Erb meant to him and the Lakewood golf program. “(Coach Goffnett) is in store for someone very special,” Kutch said. “I’ve been very fortunate to work with Chelsea for the last four years, and especially the last two years as a captain.” “He’s a fantastic coach, and he was my best friend really throughout the golf season,” Erb said of Kutch. “When things got stressful through golf season, or with grades, or life he was there. He really helped me to become who I am. He’s a phenomenal coach, and I’ll miss him.” Saxons struggle to put ball in net The Saxons were shut out in back to back ball games in the last week. Hastings’ varsity girls’ soccer team was downed 6-0 by Forest Hills Eastern Monday evening, after dropping a 5-0 non-conference decision against Parma Western Friday. “We are struggling right now to score,” said Saxon head coach Sarah Smith. “Nobody can play defense all game long and expect to come out with a win. “Our offense is fairly young, composed of all sophomores and juniors and some of them DK boys’ golf team beaten by the KVA’s top two teams Delton Kellogg’s varsity boys’ golf team saw its Kalamazoo Valley Association record evened at 3-3, with a pair of losses to the league’s top two teams last Wednesday at Milham Golf Course. Hackett Catholic Central took the top honors on the day, firing a 157. Kalamazoo Christian shot a 160, and Delton Kellogg a 170. Mitchell Wandell led the Panthers with a 35, while teammate Zack Simon added a 44, Conner Worm a 45 and Nick Blincoe a 46. Hackett’s Jack Rider had the day’s best individual round, a 33. His teammate Jon Christ added a 39, and the Irish also got a 42 from Ted Rider and a 43 from Henrik Blix. The Comets were led by Bailey Matheison’s 35. Andrew DeNooyer added a 40 for Kalamazoo Christian, Casey VandenBerg a 42, and Josh Rykse a 43. The Panthers are scheduled to face Maple Valley and Olivet at the Olivet Country Club Friday afternoon, then Saturday will head to the St. Philip Invitational at Riverside Country Club. are new to varsity, so they are learning how each other plays and the pace of the varsity game compared to junior varsity.” Haley Wagner and Ashley Purdun played a solid game in leading the defensive effort against the attacking Hawks Monday. “They were a great team, even better than last year and they played very well together,” Smith said. “We had a few opportunities, but they have an amazing goalie She’s one of the best I have seen around in several years.” Things didn’t go as the Saxons had hoped when they hosted Parma Western Friday for their “Pink” night to support Barry County Relay for Life. The Saxons controlled the play for much of the first half, outshooting Parma Western 7-3, but trailed 3-0 on the scoreboard. Parma Western would tack on two more goals in the second half to secure the win. The Saxons were slated to face another tough foe last night, traveling to Caledonia. They’ll be at Loy Norrix Friday, then home Monday against Grand Rapids Catholic Central. Frogs and toads to be topic of program at Otis Sanctuary On Saturday, May 1, the public is invited to visit the Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary to learn about Michigan frogs and toads from Tom Funke, resident manager. A presentation will be given in the barn to familiarize visitors with the different species and their calls. Then participants will head out on the trails and boardwalk to see how many species of frogs and toads they can find or hear. The two-hour program will begin at 6:30 p.m. Children participating will receive a free poster of the frog and toad species that live in Michigan. Registration is required and can be done by calling the Otis Sanctuary office at 269-9485777. The fee is $2 per person; Michigan Audubon members and children under age 12 can participate for free. Guests are encour- aged to bring binoculars and flashlights. The sanctuary is located at 3560 Havens Road, approximately seven miles southwest of Hastings. For additional information, call Wendy Tatar at 517-886-9144 or e-mail her at wendy@michiganaudubon.org. Only a few strokes separate BOWLING top teams in the CAAC-White SCORES Only three strokes separated the top four teams at Thursday’s Capital Area Activities Conference White Division jamboree hosted by Corunna at Corunna Hills. Lakewood’s varsity boys’ golf team wound up in fourth in the tight race. Portland took the day’s title with a 173, followed by Lansing Catholic 175, Williamston 175, Lakewood 176, Perry 185, and Corunna 187. The Vikings got a 42 from Adam Barker, a 43 from Taylor Axdorff, a 44 from Mackenzie Doane, and a 47 from Kyler Clark. The day’s low round was a 39 by the Motorcycle enthusiasts sought for drill team Motorcycle enthusiasts of all makes, models, side cars and trikes are invited to join the GWTA Great Lake Wings Precision Motorcycle Drill Team as they perform for nursing homes in the Hastings area Saturday, May 8. The drill team will be at the Thornapple Manor parking lot near Nashville and McKeown roads at 11 a.m. and at the Hastings First Baptist Church parking lot on Woodlawn Avenue at 1 p.m. For more information, call Duane Campbell at 269-623-8725. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 Cavaliers’ Mike Balcom. Portland’s Derek Roe was second with a 40. The Vikings on Thursday will host the second CAAC-White jamboree of the season at Centennial Acres. Hastings hosting free school sports physicals on May 5 Sports physicals for Hastings Middle School and Hastings High School studentathletes for 2010-11 school year will be held Wednesday, May 5, at the Hastings High School. Athletes should pick up physical forms in the office in advance and have a parent/ guardian sign the form. These will be the only free physicals being offered for middle school and high school athletes for next school year. Students must have a physical to participate in any middle school or high school sport next year. Here is a list of the schedule: Current 6th grade girls 6:15 p.m. Current 7th grade girls 6:25 p.m. Current 8th grade girls 6:35 p.m. Current 9th grade girls 6:45 p.m. Current 10th grade girls 6:55 p.m. Current 11th grade girls 7:05 p.m. Families having both girls & boys getting a physical 7:15 p.m. Current 6th grade boys 7:25 p.m. Current 7th grade boys 7:35 p.m. Current 8th grade boys 7:45 p.m. Current 9th grade boys 7:55 p.m. Current 10th grade boys 8:05 p.m. Current 11th grade boys 8:15 p.m. NOTE: Times are approximate. Those unable to come at the scheduled time are asked to please arrive at 8 p.m. Friday Night Mixed Matt’s Bunch 81; Shirlee N’ Family 74; Spencers Towing and Tire 72; Ten Pins 70 1/2; Part Time 69; Heads Out 63; 9-n-aWiggle 60 1/2; Haldan 57; The 4 B’s 57; Team #13 55; Oldies But Goodies 55; All But One 53; Dum Schitz 52; Spare Time 48. Women’s Good Games and Series - S. McKee 258-679; K. Becker 211-584; S. Vandenburg 206-572; F. Bell 209-552; P. Ramey 209-525; M. Mathis 176-486; E. Johnson 160-462; B. Breitner 152-396; N. Taylor 136-384; G. Breitner 129-365; J. Gasper 200; L. Potter 196; O. Gillons 158; K. Matthews 141. Men’s Good Games and Series - M. McKee 235-675; B. Bowman 235-643; M. Pennington 248-618; D. McKee 218-614; R. Guild 205-584; A. Taylor 201-573; F. Thompson 206-543; R. Chaffee 199-536; B. Bell 189-494; M. Albert 148-434; S. Abbott 159-433; M. Eaton 221; J. Bush 215; B. Madden 213; J. Smith 191; D. Sears 182; K. Matthews 158. Sunday Night Mixed Fun Night Results Women’s High Games and Series - B. James 314-804; K. Becker 288-800; M. Heath 274-783; S. Vandenburg 272-779; M. Simpson 287-776; S. Symonds 276-749; N. Mroz 307-748; K. Wittmeyer 281-721; N. Shafer 251-696; J. Shoebridge 256-695; B. Heath 264-692; D. Roberts 247-669; M. Olin 228-643; S. Henry 232-638; A. Churchill 256-633; A. Hubbell 219-611; D. Scramlin 224-605. Men’s High Games and Series - M. Eaton 307-872; TN Heath 313-839; C. Merica 302794; R. Guild 294-787; J. Reffett 299-776; S. Farlee 304-770; J. Lesick 278-768; S. Wilkins 279-767; S. Olin 289-743; B. Heath 300-742; E. Bartlett 285-717; DJ James 270-708; J. Shoebridge 256-695; J. Haner 276-694; B. Hubbell 273-675; B. Allen 333-664; M. Bassett 269-662; B. Kelley 213-612. by Brett Bremer Red Wings finally look like Red Wings in game 7 victory That’s how a play-off series is supposed to end. The Phoenix Coyotes’ fans stood up and saluted their team after its handshakes with the Detroit Red Wings Tuesday night, saluting a team which they don’t even know if they’ll have to cheer from a year from now. After going bankrupt, the NHL may decide Coyote franchise and hockey in general don’t belong out in the desert. As the Red Wings made their way into the locker room, the Phoenix players stayed out to accept the their fans cheers. That’s how a team’s play-off series against the Red Wings is supposed to end - with the teams fans applauding for a nice try. It didn’t look like it would end that way. The Red Wings seemed to sleep walk their way through the opening round series of the Stanley Cup play-offs, despite coming into the postseason as a number five seed in the Western Conference. They woke up Tuesday night in their 6-1 win. They finally played Red Wings hockey. They made a goalie on the top of his game, Phoenix’s Illya Bryzgalov, look good while giving up six goals. Yes, “good.” All those shots, all those saves, and the six goals the Red Wings scored came on nearly perfect which tucked the puck into the corners of the net. That’s Red Wing hockey. Pavel Datsuyk looked like the puck was a yo-yo on the end of his stick, and scored one of the prettiest break-away goals I’ve seen in a while on a rink long pass from Henrik Zetterberg. That’s Red Wing hockey. Tomas Holmstrom drew a penalty by grabbing hold of a Phoenix defender and pulling him down on top of him in front of the Coyote net. That’s Red Wing hockey. The under appreciated goaltender gives up just one goal in the game of his life. All I could think to say every time Jimmy Howard came up with a big save for the Red Wings was “let’s go Griffins”. It seemed like he was a goaltender in Grand Rapids forever before he got this chance, although really he didn’t come to the Griffins until the 200506 season. Before this season he had only played nine games in the NHL. That’s Red Wing hockey (well, the underappreciated goalie part). For the first time in the series, the Red Wings possessed the puck in the offensive zone. Through the first six games they did a good job of carrying the puck into the zone, only to see the Coyotes quickly going the other way. The games were played between the blue lines. Tuesday they controlled the puck, third and fourth line guys won battles along the boards, defense men held the puck in the zone. That’s Red Wing hockey. I think I even saw someone with a winged wheel on his shirt drop down and block a shot. That’s Red Wing hockey? I wouldn’t mind if they’d like to make it part of Red Wing hockey. Now the Red Wings head from one arena 2,000 miles away from Detroit to another one (they open their second round series with San Jose tonight). That’s Red Wing play-off hockey. Lakewood wins its second Saturday softball tournament It’s two Saturdays down and two championship trophies for the Lakewood varsity softball team. The Vikings were a perfect 3-0 Saturday at the Grand Ledge Invitational, knocking off St. Johns 5-4 in the championship game. Wyoming Rogers was third at the tournament, Maple Valley and Lakewood searching for hoops coaches Lakewood and Maple Valley High Schools are both searching for candidates to fill basketball coaching positions. Lakewood will be taking resumes until April 30 for its open varsity boys’ basketball coaching position All interested applicants should send a cover and resume to athletic director Wayne Piercefield on-line at piercefieldw@lakewoodps.org or through the mail to 7223 Velte Rd., Lake Odessa, MI, 48849. Maple Valley is looking for a junior varsity girls’ basketball coach. Interested candidates need to put their desire in writing and send it to athletic director Duska Brumm at Maple Valley High School, 11090 Nashville Hwy, Vermontville, MI, 49096. matching St. Johns 2-1 record. Britteny Hilley picked up two wins on the mound, an 8-6 victory for Lakewood over Lansing Waverly in the opener and then in the championship game over the Redwings. Lakewood defeated Southgate Anderson 5-4 in the semifinals, behind the pitching of Chelsea Lake. The Vikings averaged nearly ten hits per game on the day, finishing with 29. Lexie Spetoskey had eight of them, including a double, a triple, and a home run. She scored five times during the tournament. Lake had five hits, with a double, three RBI’s, five runs scored, and also hit the game-winning home run against Southgate. Courtney Thomason had four hits, with three doubles, a triple, four RBI’s and scored two runs. Carrie Endres had four hits, with two doubles, two RBI’s, and scored four times. Brittney Wallace, Jessica Salazar, Tiffani Ackerson, Erika Whitinger, Hannah O’Mara, and Sarah Hendrickson each had hits as well for the Vikings in the tournament run. Hendrickson’s was another home run. She now has three for the year. The previous Saturday, the Vikings won the Hastings Invitational. The Viking record stands at 9-2 now. They play a double header against Haslett on Thursday and travel to Bailey Park in Battle Creek to play in the 24-team Gull Lake Invitational Saturday. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — Page 19 DK hits triple digits in wins over G-A Galesburg Augusta had some of the day’s best sprinters and throwers, but that didn’t stop the Delton Kellogg varsity track and field teams from both scoring at least 100 points in Kalamazoo Valley Association victories over the Rams Tuesday. Delton Kellogg’s boys improved to 3-0 in the KVA with their 105-32 victory over the Rams. The Rams couldn’t keep up with the Panthers in the distance races, as Delton Kellogg swept the three scoring places in all three races from 800 meters on up. Tyler Bourdo led the sweep of the 800 for Delton, crossing the finish line in 2 minutes 5.43 seconds. Nick Rendon won the 1600-meter run in 5:03.00 and Ryan Watson the 3200 in 10:57.52. Matt Ingle won four individual events for Delton, leading sweeps in the pole vault by clearing 12 feet 6 inches and the long jump at 19-2. He also won the 110-meter high hurdles in 16.40 and the 300-meter intermediate hurdles in 42.34. The Panthers’ Adam May won the 200meter dash in 24.50, Jake Homister won the high jump at 5-11, Delton swept the four relays. The Panthers took the 3200-meter relay in 9:16.00, the 400-meter relay in 47.96, the 800-meter relay in 1:41.43, and the 1600meter relay in 3:58.09. Galesburg-Augusta had Jacob Mills win the shot put at 43-.5 and the discus at 133-7. His teammate Jordan Kuhse took the 100- meter dash in 11.59 and the 400 in 54.15. Delton Kellogg’s girls got swept in the 100-meter dash and the 3200-meter run, but didn’t need any of those points anyway in a 100-36 win. Abby Culbert, Katie Searles, Hannah Williams, and Jolene Drum all scored two individual wins for Delton. Culbert took the discus at 85-9 and the high jump by clearing 4-10. The Panthers swept the scoring places in those two events, and the long jump and 400-meter dash. Searles won the 100-meter hurdles in 18.96 and the 200-meter dash in 28.43. Drum won the 1600 in 6:31.00 and the pole vault at 8-0. Williams won the 300-meter low hurdles in 51.15 and the long jump at 14-0. Delton’s other individual winners were Andrea Polley in the 400 with a time of 1:07.24 and Brianna Russell took the 800 in 2:49.81. The Panthers swept the relays, winning the 3200-meter event in 11:33.0, the 400 in 54.93, the 800 in 1:55.49, and the 1600 in 4:00.52. Last Friday, Delton’s boys were fifth at the annual Otsego Lions Relays, with 52 points, Panthers get first goal, but fall in close one with Comets Maple Valley baseball wins first KVA game, tourney title Maple Valley broke an 9-9 tie with a run in the bottom of the eighth inning against Hackett Catholic to score their first Kalamazoo Valley Association victory of the season Friday. The Lions overcame eight errors in the 109 win over the Fighting Irish. Kyle Burns led the Lion attack with a 3-for-4 performance at the plate. He had three RBI’s and scored three runs. Cody Brumm, Coty Franklin, and Matt Woodman all had two hits for the Lions. Matt Spencer was 1-for-4 with two RBI’s. Franklin earned the win on the mound, allowing six runs in his three innings of work. Only one of those was earned though. He struck out three and didn’t walk a batter. Brumm as the starter, and allowed just two runs in five innings. He did walk five, and strike out four. The lead changed hands a number of times, with the Lions jumping in front with a run in the bottom of the first. Hackett led 3-1 heading into the bottom of the fifth, when the Lions responded with five runs. At least one team scored in each inning the rest of the way. Hackett went up 7-6 in the top of the sixth, but the Lions answered with two in their half. Hackett then tied the ball game in the top of the seventh with two more runs. Game two was called due to darkness. The Lions are now 1-6 in the lead, and 4-8 overall. They followed up that win by taking the championship at Saturday’s Potterville Tournament. The Lions downed Webberville 14-4 in five innings in the opener, then took the championship game 11-0 in five innings over Potterville. Franklin earned the win to improve to 3-3 on the mound in the championship, allowing one hit and one walk while striking out seven. The Lions pounded out ten hits. Brandon Cosgrove was 3-for-3 with three RBI’s, and Woodman was 2-for-2 with three RBI’s too. Burns also had two hits and scored two runs. In the opener against Webberville, Burns earned his first win of the year on the mound, giving up four hits and three walks while striking out nine and allowing just three earned runs. Burns, Steven Creller, Cosgrove, and Tyler Hickey each had multiple hits for the Lions. Hickey was 3-for-3 with two runs and two RBI’s. Creller was 2-for-2 and scored four runs and had four RBI’s. Woodman and Cosgrove both also had two RBI’s. The Lions visit Schoolcraft for a KVA double header Friday, then Saturday head to Delton Kellogg for the Panthers’ Wooden Bat Tournament. Next Tuesday, the Lions host Galesburg-Augusta. Delton girls sweep their KVA double header with Pennfield Delton Kellogg’s varsity softball team scored its first two wins of the Kalamazoo Valley Association season Tuesday, knocking off Pennfield in both games of their double header. Pitcher Brooke Martin one-hit Pennfield in the opener, a 4-0 Delton victory. She struck out 12. Katie Marshall led the Delton Kellogg offense, with a pair of singles and a triple. Kami McCowan added two singles and an RBI, Shelly NeSmith had a pair of singles and two RBI’s, and Taylor Blacken had single and one RBI. behind Otsego 82, Vicksburg 78, St. Joe 72, and Allegan 56. Stevensville Lakeshore tied the Panthers in fifth place with 52 points, and Plainwell was seventh with 32 points and Pennfield eighth with six. The Delton teams will both be at the Bath Invitational Friday, then host Schoolcraft for a league dual Tuesday afternoon. The Panthers’ Janelle Fluty works to keep the ball inbounds along the sideline during Monday’s contest at Delton Kellogg. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Delton Kellogg varsity girls’ soccer team suffered its first Kalamazoo Valley Association loss of the season on the road last Wednesday. The Panthers pushed a perennial KVA powerhouse though. Brianna Russell scored a goal with 7:47 left in the first half, off an assist from Tabitha Nguyen, to give her team a 1-0 lead over Kalamazoo Christian. The Comets came back to even the game on a penalty kick by Liz Ruimveld a couple minutes later, then went on to a 3-1 win. Ruimveld scored a second goal to give her team the lead, off an assist from Kaylee Bunker, midway through the second half. The Comets then tacked on some insurance with a goal by Natalie Waldron with 5:54 left. Katelynn Grizzle helped keep the Panthers in the game by making 16 saves. The Panthers are now 1-1 in the league. Delton followed up that performance with a 7-0 victory over Heritage Christian Academy Monday. Delton Kellogg had six different girls score in the ball game, with Taylor Peavey, Taylor Hennessey, Nguyen, Russell, Aryka Poling, and Cara Phelps each scoring once. The Panthers fired 36 shots on net, to five for Heritage Christian. DK goalie Sylvia Bajlova made five saves. The Delton girls return to action at home against Pennfield Monday, then will visit Maple Valley Wednesday. Martin added a double and Amber Saurers a single for the other Delton hits. Delton’s girls took a 10-5 victory in game two, behind the pitching of Blacken. She struck out three and allowed seven hits. She helped herself to the win with a single, a triple, and three RBI’s. McCowan added a single, a double, and two RBI’s. Martin, Breeana Calhoun and Saurers had one RBI each, while Calhoun knocking a triple, Martin a double, and Saurers a single. The Delton girls are now 2-6 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. The Panthers’ Brooke Martin pitches during Friday afternoon’s double header against Kalamazoo Christian. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Saxons hand FHE first defeat Hastings’ varsity baseball team bounced back from two close losses to the highly ranked Forest Hills Eastern baseball team on Tuesday to top the Hawks in their series finale Friday. This one wasn’t close. The Saxons pounded out a 14-2 win in Ada, handing the Hawks their first loss of the season. “Our kids showed their resiliency today when their backs were up against the wall,” said Hastings head coach Marsh Evans. “They lost two tough games to Eastern on Tuesday, but came out today and picked up a huge win for us. The Saxons took a 4-2 lead into the fifth inning when they exploded for ten runs. They banged out seven hits in the inning, and eight of the nine guys in the line-up scored runs. Eric Pettengill has a big day at the plate going 4-for-4. Micah Huver had three more hits and three RBI’s, and Zack Passmore had a big day with two hits and three RBI’s . Matt Feldpausch added a single and two RBI’s. Riley McLean earned the win on the mound. He improved to 5-0, allowing two hits and two earned runs while striking out six. The Saxons had two big innings in the contest, scoring four runs in the first. Forest Hills Eastern got its two runs in the bottom of the third, but the Hawks had the bases loaded with nobody out and the Saxons were able to limit the damage. The Saxons are now 10-8 overall and 4-3 in the league. They suffered their third league loss as they split their conference double header with Caledonia Tuesday. The Fighting Scots rallied for six runs in the bottom of the sixth inning to score an 8-7 win in game two. The Saxons took the opener 6-1. Pettengill delivered another strong outing from the mound in the opener, throwing the complete game allowing only a pair of hits , striking out five in the game, and facing only three hitters above the minimum. Hastings scored single runs in the first, second, and third innings, then added two run in the top of the fifth on run scoring singles off the bats of Tim Hanlon and Zack Passmore. Huver led off the seventh with a triple for the Saxons, and came home on an RBI single by Mitchell Brisboe. The Saxons had 12 hits in the game, with two each for Pettengill, McLean, Huver, and Brisboe. Dylan Downs, Feldpausch, Hanlon, and Passmore each had a hit and an RBI. After losing a 7-2 lead in the bottom of the sixth, the Saxons loaded the bases in the top of the seventh but were unable to score. Downs, McLean, and Huver led the Saxons’ nine-hit attack with two hits each. Downs had two RBI’s and Huver one. The Saxons return to action Thursday with their third game against Caledonia. Saturday the Saxons head to Comstock for two games. Next week in the conference, Hastings hosts Grand Rapids Catholic Central for two Tuesday and then heads to the home of the Cougars for one Thursday. Delton Kellogg’s Sam Zettelmaier clears the ball out of the Delton end of the field during Monday’s 7-0 non-conference victory over Heritage Christian Academy. (Photo by Perry Hardin) SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org THURSDAY, APRIL 29 3:45 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 6:15 pm 6:15 pm Boys Girls Girls Boys Boys Boys Girls Girls Girls Varsity Varsity JV Varsity JV MS MS JV Varsity TUESDAY, MAY 4 Golf Softball Softball Baseball Baseball Track Track Softball Softball Conf. Jamboree Caled. HS (DH Game 1) Caled. (DH Game 1) Caled. HS Caled. HS Lowell Middle School Lowell Middle School CHS (DH Game 2) CHS (DH Game 2) H A H H A A A H A Loy Norrix Loy Norrix A A FRIDAY, APRIL 30 5:00 pm Girls JV Soccer 6:45 pm Girls Varsity Soccer SATURDAY, MAY 1 TBA 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 12:00 pm Girls Boys Girls Girls Girls Boys Boys Girls Boys Girls Boys JV Fresh. Varsity Fresh. 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Baseball Allegan HS (DH Game 2) H THURSDAY, MAY 6 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 5:00 pm 6:15 pm 6:15 pm 6:45 pm Boys Girls Girls Girls Boys Boys Girls Girls Girls Girls MS MS Varsity JV Varsity JV JV Varsity JV Varsity Track Track Softball Softball Baseball Baseball Soccer Softball Softball Soccer Comstock Relays Comstock Relays GRCC (DH Game 1) GRCC (DH Game 1) GRCC GRCC T-K Middle GRCC (DH Game 2) GRCC (DH Game 2) T-K Middle A A H A A H A H A A Thanks to This Week’s Sponsor: Good Luck Saxon Soccer and Softball! ~from~ Times and dates subject to change. HASTINGS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Contact Laura 948-0506 to Sponsor the Sports Schedule 06713602 Delton Kellogg senior short stop Katie Marshall scoops up a ground ball Friday during her team’s KVA double header against Kalamazoo Christian at Delton Kellogg High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) They dropped both of their contests at home against Kalamazoo Christian on Friday, 16-1 and 9-1. Martin was the losing pitcher in both games. Marshall had two hits and Calhoun one to provide the Delton offense in the first game. In game two, the Panthers got a single and a double off the bat of Martin, and one single each from Blacken and Calhoun. Delton heads to Hackett Catholic Central for two games Friday, then will host their own Delton Kellogg Invitational Saturday. They then return to action Tuesday at Allegan. �Page 20 — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Errors cost DK baseball in defeats It’s been a tough couple of days in the Kalamazoo Valley Association for the Delton Kellogg varsity baseball team. The Delton boys were mercied twice by Delton Kellogg’s Brad Meyers takes a swing at a pitch during Friday afternoon’s KVA double header against Kalamazoo Christian. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Pennfield on Tuesday after dropping the first of two against Kalamazoo Christian Friday afternoon. Pennfield knocked off Delton 14-1 and 144 in five innings each game. Pennfield pounded out 12 hits in the opener, and was aided by four Delton errors. Jimmy Jackson earned the win for Pennfield, striking out seven in the complete game effort. He gave up just three singles to Delton, one each of Jeff Bissett, Nick Brindley, and Keegan Planck. Planck drove in the lone Delton run. Chris Horrocks took the loss on the mound for Delton, falling to 1-3. Delton struggled defensively in game two, committing seven errors. Pennfield had nine hits as well, ending the game early with the help of six runs in the bottom of the fourth. Cam Bortell earned the win for Pennfield, while Ryan Hook took the loss for Delton on the mound. Chris Horrocks had a booming RBI triple for Delton, Brad Meyers had two hits including an RBI single, Tjay Petzold a single, and Cody Warner had two hits including an RBI double. The two losses drop the Delton boys’ record to 1-6 in the KVA, and 1-11 overall. In the Panthers’ 10-2 loss to Kalamazoo Christian Friday Delton had eight players combine for 12 hits. Delton outhit the Comets 10-9, but the Comets’ superior defense kept Delton Kellogg coach Bill Humphrey comes out towards the mound to meet pitcher Willy Todd during Friday afternoon’s double header at home against Kalamazoo Christian. (Photo by Perry Hardin) the Panthers from rounding the base paths. Meyers led the Delton offense with three hits, including a two-run double. Aaron Aukerman and Willy Todd both had two hits for Delton. Game two was postponed due to darkness. “In both games, key errors opened the gates for Kalamazoo Christian,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Bill Humphrey. “Against good teams it is very difficult to escape the damage brought on by multiple-error innings. I can't complain about our effort as everyone is giving their best. Our game plan is to just continue playing through our mistakes while experimenting to find the right combinations in the field.” Delton returns to action Friday afternoon with a league double header at Hackett Catholic Central, then will host its own Wooden Bat Tournament Saturday. Tuesday, the Panthers head to Allegan for two games. Saxons have highest Gold finish so far at Quail Ridge Hastings had its highest finish of the O-K Gold Conference season so far when it placed fourth at Quail Ridge last Wednesday at league jamboree number four. South Christian took first with a 158, followed by Forest Hills Eastern 161, Catholic Central 164, Hastings 167, Wayland 177, Caledonia 181, Thornapple Kellogg 189, and Ottawa Hills NTS. The Saxons had two golfers under 40 on the par-36 nine. Brian Baum scored a 38, and Danny Buehler a 39. Hastings also got a 44 from Taylor Klotz, and a pair of 46s from Cody Davis and John Kalmink. Thornapple Kellogg was led by Justin Helmholdt’s 44. LT Monks and Rocky VanZegeren both scored 47s, and Eric Pitsch added a 51. Forest Hills Eastern’s Griff Billups and South Christian’s Ben Cook tied for the day’s best round, both shooting an even-par-36. Wayland jumped back towards the top as the league got together again at Railside Tuesday, with the Wildcats finishing third behind South Christian and Catholic Central. The Sailors fired a 162 on their home course, and the Cougars a 167. Wayland finished the day with a 171, followed by Forest Hills Eastern 173, Hastings 173, Caledonia 177, Thornapple Kellogg 179, and Ottawa Hills 265. Buehler led the Saxons with a 38, while Kalmink added a 41, Cody Davis 45, and Baum a 49. Buehler’s 38 was the second best score of the day, tied with South Christian’s Michael Wierenga and a stroke back of Wayland’s Keegan Pawloski. Thornapple Kellogg got a 43 from Josh VanSickle, a 44 from Pitsch, a 45 from Helmholdt, and a 48 from Monks. Hastings sophomore Hannah Smith reaches high and wide to her forehand side to hit a return during her three-set victory at Caledonia Monday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Smith scores singles win for Saxons by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Fresh off playing two of the toughest teams on this side of the state last week, falling 8-0 to East Grand Rapids and Forest Hills Eastern, Caledonia’s varsity girls’ tennis team earned a 7-1 O-K Gold Conference victory over Hastings Monday. I think we’re learning how to just focus on our expectations on ourselves,” said Caledonia head coach Mike Wilson. “We know how we want to play each ball. You just have to play the ball that comes over.” The only two sets the Saxons won all day were at third singles, where sophomore Hannah Smith scored a 1-6, 6-3, 7-6(3) over the Fighting Scots Paige Pontious by sending the ball over the net time and time again. Hustle and consistency finally earned her the win. Pontious led the third set 4-3, before Smith broke her opponent’s serve to go up 5-4. They’d eventually move to a tie-breaker at 66. Pontious won the first point, but then Smith went on a run to go up 5-1 and held on for the victory. The only other tight match was at second singles, where the Saxons’ Allison Ellsworth was downed 6-4, 6-3 by the Fighting Scots’ Morgan Weiss. In the other singles’ matches, Caledonia’s Gina Johnson scored a 6-1, 6-0 win over Lexi von der Hoff at number one and Margaret Spees downed Sara Thornburg 6-1, 6-1. Smith and Thornburg were two of five sophomores in the young Saxons line-up, which also included one freshman Monday. The Saxon youngsters are still getting the hang of things on the doubles side, where the four Hastings teams combined to win just five games all afternoon. The Scots’ Amanda Tamburrino and Shelagh Mulhall topped the senior Saxon duo of Krystal Pratt and Amelia Travis at first singles 6-1, 6-0. At second singles, Caledonia’s Courtney Corson and Jackie Snow defeated Katherine Taylor and Victoria Pemberton 6-0, 6-1. In the third doubles match, the Scots’ Katie INTEREST FOR 24 MOS.* * To qualified buyers Offer good through 5/31/10 77545294 Maple Valley Implement, Inc. The Saxons’ Lexi von der Hoff hits a forehand return during her first singles match at Caledonia High School Monday afternoon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 735 E. Sherman Street, Nashville 517-852-1910 www.maplevalleyeq.com 77545371 0% Storrer and Alexa Krueger defeated Katie Secord and Kara Canaccun 6-2, 6-0. Laura Hicks and Maddie McClain scored a 6-0, 6-1 win over the Scots at fourth doubles over Kelsi Harden and Sara Sleevi. The Saxons were scheduled to host league foe Grand Rapids Catholic Central yesterday afternoon, and will be back in action Saturday at the Vicksburg Invitational. On Monday, the Saxons, who are now 0-3 in the O-K Gold Conference, will travel to Thornapple Kellogg for a league dual. Then they host South Christian Wednesday. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — Page 21 Saxon win streak reaches six before gloves give out The Saxon varsity softball team evened its O-K Gold Conference record at 2-2 with a pair of mercy victories over Forest Hills Eastern Thursday. Hastings scored a 12-2 five-inning win in the opener against the Hawks, then won The Saxons’ Tara Harding takes a swing at a pitch during last Thursday’s O-K Gold Conference double header with Forest Hills Eastern. (Photo by Perry Hardin) game two 17-2 in four innings. In five different innings, the Saxons scored at least three runs. Twice in game two, in the Saxons scored six runs. The six-run rally in the second inning was highlighted by an RBI double from Christa Mathis, a two-run triple off the bat of Morgan Stowe, and back to back RBI singles from Tara Harding and Katie DeVries. In the fourth inning of game two, the Saxons pushed six more runs across on singles by Sydney Pierce, Christy Engle, Mathis, DeVries and Harding and a triple by Shelby Roush. Roush hit her third home run of the season, a three-run shot, in the third inning as well. Alex Wendorf earned the win on the mound, allowing just the two runs in the opening inning to the Hawks. She allowed four hits in the game, only two after that first inning, and didn’t walk a batter. The big outburst in game one for the Saxons was a five-run third inning in which Mathis had a two-run single and Brook Blair a two-run triple. The Saxons added three more runs in the fifth on an RBI double by Heather Gdula and Harding’s first home run of the season, a two-run shot over the right center field fence. DeVries had three hits in the game. Harding, pitching for Hastings, allowed just four Eastern hits while striking out five and walking two batters. “Our hitting has been outstanding the past two weeks and the best part is that it’s not just two or three players that are getting the hits, it is the entire lineup that is hitting the ball well,” said Hastings head coach Doug Griggs. Hastings would extend its overall winning streak to six games by topping Otsego in the first game of their double header in Hastings Tuesday 14-9. The Bulldogs through did bring the win streak to an end, taking game two 18-15. The Saxons trailed game one 7-0 after two innings, but pulled to within two with a five-run third inning. The Bulldogs led 8-6 heading into the bottom of the sixth, when the Saxons took the lead on a two-run double by Stowe and a RBI singles from Harding and an Otsego error which let in another run to make it 108. The Saxons collected 19 hits in the game as Mathis, Stowe, DeVries and Brandy Gorodenski would finish with three hits apiece. Harding collected her seventh win on the mound this season by striking out four Otsego hitters while allowing nine hits. The bats were still hot for the Saxons in game two, as they pounded out 18 more hits, but the gloves were not. The Bulldogs scored eight unearned runs to earn the win. Stowe collected four hits in the game, and Roush would add three hits of her own. Mathis, DeVries and Gorodenski had two hits apiece. Both of Gorodenski’s hits were triples. DeVries would finish with four RBI in the game. Wendorf started the game on the mound for Hastings and was relieved by Sam Watson in the fifth. The Saxons’ overall record now stands at 11-7 They continue league play on Thursday when they travel to Caledonia for a pair of games. The Saxons will then participate in the Allendale Invitational Tournament on Saturday. Alex Wendorf pitches for the Saxons during their double header sweep of Forest Hills Eastern Thursday afternoon. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Vikes wins 7 of 9 flights at invite Lakewood won seven of the nine flights on its way to a championship at Saturday’s Lakewood Invitational. Thornapple Kellogg’s Emmie Beckering hits a serve during her match against Lakewood’s Kelsey Stoddard at Saturday’s Lakewood Invitational. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Vikings finished the day with 34 points, ahead of second-place Byron Center with 25.5, Thornapple Kellogg with 21.5, and Charlotte 9. Lakewood’s girls were first or second in all nine flights, which included a fifth doubles competition, and took championships by winning super tie-breakers in three of them. At second singles, Kelsey Stoddard knocked off Byron Center’s Aspen Comar in the championship match 6-1, 5-7, (10-8). At first doubles, the team of Abby Haskin and Orianna Ramos scored a 6-1, 2-6, (103) win over the Bulldog duo of Allison Rusticus and Katie Schild. In the fifth doubles championship, the Lakewood team of Katie Kauffman and Hannah Morris pulled out a 6-1, 4-6, (10-5) win over their opponents from Byron Center. The other singles champions for Lakewood were MacKenzie Chase at number one and Brooke Fox at number four. Chase defeated Byron Center’s Katie Porter 6-1, 6-0 for the first singles title, while Fox knocked off Thornapple Kellogg’s Kendall Goosen 6-0, 6-1 in the fourth singles final. Goosen was one of two Trojans to reach a championship match. At third singles, Thornapple Kellogg’s Emmie Beckering took the title by knocking off Lakewood’s Maggie Wernet 6-1, 6-1. Byron Center’s fourth doubles title was the only doubles championship not won by the Vikings. Jenna Avery and Kayla Bite defeated the Bulldogs’ Hannah Jesse and Brooke Michell in the second doubles final. At third doubles, the Lakewood team of Nicole Graham and Olivia Salazar defeated its opponents from Byron Center 6-2, 6-4. Lakewood defeated Eaton Rapids in a non-conference dual Thursday, improving to 3-2 overall this season. The only sets the Greyhounds won in their 7-1 loss to the Vikings were at first singles, where Claire Johnson topped Chase in a close match 6-4, 7-6 (4). Stoddard won 6-1, 6-4 at second singles, Wernet 6-4, 6-3 at third singles, and Fox 6- 1, 6-1 at fourth singles. On the doubles side, Haskin and Ramos won 6-3, 7-5 at number one; Graham and Salazar won 6-2, 6-1 at number two, Bite and Kauffman won 6-1, 6-0 at number three; and Jessica Hilley and Nancy Brehm scored a 6-4, 6-0 win at number four. At right: Lakewood first singles player MacKenzie Chase hits a forehand approach shot during her win over Byron Center’s Katie Porter Saturday at the Lakewood Invitational. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Follow the Stars H H H H H BARRY COUNTY RESIDENTS VOTE [ 3] YES RENEW CHARLTON PARK MILLAGE TUESDAY MAY 4th, 2010 MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSITION .2259 MILL FOR OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF CHARLTON PARK Shall the previous voted increase in the limitation on general ad valorem taxes within Barry County, as established by Article IX, Section 6 of the Michigan Constitution, be renewed and levied at a total of .2259 mill ($.2259 per $1,000 of taxable value) upon all taxable real and personal property within Barry County, Michigan for a period of seven (7) years, 2010 through 2016, both inclusive, subject to reduction as provided by law? The purpose of this levy is to provide funding for the operation and maintenance of Charlton Park (including the Village and Museum). If approved, it is estimated that the levy of .2259 mill will provide revenue of $426,281 in the first calendar year of the levy of which $419,517 will be disbursed to Barry County for the operation and maintenance of Charlton Park (including the Village and Museum). It is estimated that $6,764 will be disbursed among the City of Hastings DDA and LDFA, and Village of Middleville DDA. The estimated $6,764 is levied within a predefined area in the City of Hastings and the Village of Middleville only. It is estimated that a property owner in Barry County with a taxable value of $50,000 will pay $11.30 in the first calendar year of the levy. Yes 3 (_____) No (_____) Paid for by the Committee to Preserve Charlton Park, David Hatfield, Treasurer PO Box 125 Hastings MI 49058 www.ilovecharltonpark.org 07540734 to one of the strongest banks in the nation. Hastings City Bank has been awarded BauerFinancial’s* highest 5 Star Superior rating for financial strength and stability as of December 31, 2009. We are the only bank in our service area to have this coveted rating. *BauerFinancial has been providing the public with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions regarding their banking relationships for over a quarter of a century. For the rating of any U.S. bank or federally insured credit union, simply visit www.bauerfinancial.com 77545364 �Page 22 — Thursday, April 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Gold leaders closing in on repeat championships The Saxons’ Brad Gagnon clears the bar in the pole vault competition during Tuesday afternoon’s O- K Gold Conference dual with Thornapple Kellogg in Middleville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor “We just ran against the probable conference champions,” said Hastings’ varsity girls’ track and field coach Brian Teed after Tuesday’s 102-35 loss to Thornapple Kellogg. Thornapple Kellogg boys’ coach Matt Funk could have said the same thing. Hastings’ boys and Thornapple Kellogg’s girls both improved to 5-0 in the O-K Gold Conference with wins in Middleville. The Saxon boys scored a 103-32 win over the Trojans. “You’ve got nothing to worry about,” Funk said to the Saxon boys’ coach Paul Fulmer. Hastings closes out the conference duals against South Christian at home next Tuesday, then travels to Houseman filed to face Ottawa Hills May 15. The Thornapple Kellogg teams go on the road to face Forest Hills Eastern Tuesday, and then Caledonia May 11. Hastings boys and TK’s girls both won conference titles in 2009, and went on to compete in the MITCA Team State Finals. “We’re just strong all around,” said Fulmer. “We’ve got really good team depth and team talent. So, that makes a good team.” Some of the top talent for the conference leaders had their best day ever Tuesday. Brandon Bower from the Saxon boys’ team set a new personal record in winning the discus with a throw of 155 feet 5 inches. He also won the shot put with a throw of 46-4. Thornapple Kellogg’s girls’ team got a first place finish form Allyson Winchester in the 3200-meter run. She broke her own school record and set a new TK senior record with her time of 11 minutes 3 seconds. Hastings’ boys won 13 of the 17 events, and swept the three scoring places in six of the individual events, including the shot put. Patrick Loew led a pair of those sweeps, taking the 200-meter dash in 23.58 seconds, and the 400 in 52.31. Hastings also took the top three spots in the 100-meter dash where Josh Coenen finished in 11.31, the 110-meter high hurdles with Gordon Conley winning in 15.53, and in the high jump where Dewey Slaughter and Jon Giesler both cleared 6-0. The Saxons won the day’s first three relays, with the 3200-meter team finishing in 8:46.60, the 800-meter relay team in 1:35, and the 400-meter team in 45.56. Other winners for Hastings were Troy Dailey in the 1600-meter run (4:46.02), and The Saxons’ Stephanie Warren stays a step ahead of Thornapple Kellogg’s Stephanie Betcher as they round the final corner in the 800-meter run Tuesday. Warren would edge Betcher by a thousandth of a second to secure second place in the event. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Gieseler in the long jump (19-5.5) TK took the 1600-meter relay with a time of 3:38.67,l and also had Dustin Brummel win the 3200-meter run in 10:37, Matt Williamson win the 800 in 2:05.83, and Matt Raymond win the pole vault by clearing 12-0. The only event the Hastings’ girls won was the high jump where Brittany Morgan cleared 4-10. Her teammate Heather Cady and TK’s Hana Hunt both also cleared 4-10 to tie in second place. While Bower was the star in the boys’ throws, TK was led by Erin Ellinger in the girls’. She won the shot put at 29-2, and set a new TK sophomore record with a personal best throw of 110-5 in the discus. The TK girls swept two events, the shot put and the 1600-meter run which was won by Winchester in 5:24.82. Cassie Holwerda won all four of her events for TK, taking the 100-meter hurdles in 16.40, the 300-meter hurdles in 49.25, the 100-meter dash in 13.23, and teaming with Danielle Fredenburg, Hunt, and Stephanie Ryfiak to take the 1600-meter relay in 4:18.85. TK’s 3200-meter relay team won in 10:34, the 800-meter relay team in 1:50.76, and the 400-meter relay team in 53.03. The other TK wins on the track came from Hunt in the 400 (1:03.62), Jordan Bronkema in the 800 (2:32.29), and Fredenburg in the 200 (27.58). In the field, TK’s Brittany London won the pole vault at 10-0 and Lara Dahlke won the long jump at 15-8. The Thornapple Kellogg girls came into the meet fresh off a first place finish at last Saturday’s Soderman Relays in Caledonia. The Trojans outscored second-place Okemos by 57 points, winning 108 to 51. Caledonia’s girls were third with 49 points, followed by Byron Center 47, Harper Creek 38, Forest Hills Northern 25, Lowell 14, and Holland 4. The Trojans had a team in the top five in all five field event relays, led by the pole vault team of London and Kelsey Webster which won with a combined height of 19-0, and won seven of the eight events on the track. Caledonia’s shuttle hurdle relay team prevented the sweep. TK’s Casey Lawson, Kimi Johnson, Anisa Shaw, and Winchester won the 6400-meter relay in 23:23.0. Young, Hunt, Fredenburg, and Ryfiak won the 800-meter relay in 1:50.84. Bronkema, Stephanie Betcher, Lawson, and Winchester won the Distance Medley Relay in 13:40.67. In the Sprint Medley Relay, Holwerda, Rachel Young, Fredenburg, and Hunt won in 3:00.75. After the Caledonia win in the hurdles, TK’s team of Bronkema, Lawson, Johnson, and Winchester won the 3200-meter relay in 10:21.82, Young, Dahlke, London, and Betcher won the 400-meter relay in 53.80, and Hunt, Ryfiak, Holwerda, and Fredenburg took the 1600-meter relay in 4:11.06. Thornapple Kellogg’s Danielle Fredenburg (from left), Hastings’ Jessica Czinder, Hastings’ Jessica Lee, and TK’s Hana Hunt close in on the finish line at the end of the 200-meter dash Wednesday in Middleville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Saxons’ Brandon Bower sets himself for a throw in the shot put during Tuesday afternoon’s O-K Gold Conference dual at Thornapple Kellogg High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-05-06.pdf 36ac419c838da84dd2e41fe1efcf7b0d PDF Text Text Rotary Top 10 seniors named Couple honored for lifetime of giving Valley sprinter still ‘perfect’ in KVA See Story on Page 5 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 18 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 18 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, May 6, 2010 NEWS Larry and Earlene Baum receive Liberty Bell Award BRIEFS March for Babies steps off Saturday Families, individuals, companies and volunteers in Barry County have been gearing up for March for Babies, the March of Dimes’ largest fundraising event that benefits babies. On Saturday May 8, registration for the event begins at 8 a.m., followed by the opening ceremonies at 8:30 a.m. and the ribbon cutting at 9 a.m. Starting at Fish Hatchery Park, 1011 W. Green St. in Hastings, participants can walk or run along a five mile route through the streets of Hastings and Tyden Park’s Riverwalk Trail. Afterwards everyone is invited to take part in activities, music, lunch, and family fun. Funds raised by March for Babies in Michigan help support prenatal wellness programs, research grants, neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) family support programs and advocacy efforts for stronger, healthier babies. Life Walk to benefit Delton Women’s Center May 15 The Delton Women’s Center is planning to hold its sixth annual Life Walk at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 15. The event begins and ends at the center, 503 S. Grove St. (M-43 Highway) in Delton. “We are supported by donations and are run by several area churches,” said the center’s Director Becky Hughes. “We look forward to joining with our faith family in this community to take a stand for life and also to help the Women’s Center. This is our only fund raiser for the year.” Pledge forms for the walk are available at the center and can be picked up on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Bernard Historical Society to meet Monday The Bernard Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, May 10 at the Delton Kellogg Middle School library in Delton. The public is welcome. The program will feature Anne Richards, who will speak and show photos of her trip to Peru, which started in a jungle. The society’s board will meet at 6:15 p.m. that evening. Don’t forget Mother’s Day Sunday, May 9th by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Friday, April 30, Larry and Earlene Baum were recognized for their years of philanthropy and service to the community when they were presented with the Barry County Bar Association’s Liberty Bell Award during the organization’s annual Law Day ceremony held in Barry County Circuit Court. Probate Court Judge William Doherty welcomed everyone to the ceremony and spoke briefly about Law Day, which was established in 1958 by President Dwight D. Eisenhower as a time to reflect on the traditions, history and success of the country’s legal system. Doherty added that he is pleased to be a part of a community, both in the legal system and the population as whole, where so many people are dedicated to helping others. “This is Law Day, so I am singling out the attorneys or lawyers because as attorneys we don’t always get the best publicity ... many times the bad press is because a lawyer or a judge is simply doing his job, aggressively representing an unpopular cause, or client, or making an unpopular, but politically correct decision,” said Doherty, who talked about some of the local legal system’s innovative programs and its successes, and how much time members of the local bar association have given to the community. “The last 21 years I have been constantly amazed at the contributions and the volunteer efforts of the citizens of our community, including today’s Liberty Bell recipients,” he added. Barry County Bar Association President Bob Byington addressed those assembled before he introduced the Baums. “Law Day gives us tools to build citizenship and a shared concept of justice,” said Byington, noting that this year’s theme is Law in the 21st Century, Enduring Traditions and Emerging Challenges. “The Barry County Bar Association, since the mid-1970s, has presented the Liberty Bell Award to persons who have demonstrated a commitment to their community. “I asked Earlene a couple of days ago to Charlton Park, Johnstown Twp. millage renewals have solid victories by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Nearly two-thirds of Barry County residents who voted Tuesday approved a millage renewal request to fund operation and maintenance of Historic Charlton Park, Village, Museum and Recreation Area, according to unofficial returns from the county clerk’s office. Voters passed the proposal by a vote of 3,110-1,882. The .2259 mill renewal will be levied for seven years, starting this year and continuing through 2016. “I think it’s great,” said Charlton Park Director Keith Ferris. “I’m glad the citizens are supporting the park. We can continue on and go forward.” The millage renewal will raise approximately $420,000 for Charlton Park during the first year, he has said. The park’s strongest voter support in this week’s election came from the City of Hastings, Johnstown Township and Hastings Charter Township. Only three precincts’ voters turned down the millage renewal. In Precinct 1 of Irving Township, the vote was 27 against and 25 in favor. Sixty-six voters in Prairieville Township’s Precinct 2 said no and 63 said yes. In Yankee Springs Township’s Precinct 1, 94 voters said no and 87 yes. The millage renewal won by only one vote in Assyria Township, 45-44. In the City of Hastings, Precinct 1 voters approved by 141-41; Precinct 2 by 71-15; Precinct 3 by 77-22; and Precinct 4 by 12519. Hastings Charter Township voters said yes to Charlton Park’s renewal millage by a vote of 278-119. The third highest approval, according to percentage, came from Johnstown Township voters, 136-65. Charlton Park has nearly 300 acres of land, which was donated to the county in 1939 by Irving Charlton. Today, the park has 17 historic buildings that comprise the historic village, and those structures showcase the crafts and culture of early rural Michigan life. A beach and boat launch on Thornapple Lake are part of the park’s attractions. Johnstown Township voters overwhelmingly approved millage renewals for roads and fire protection. The fire proposal was approved 161-37, and the road millage renewal passed by 159-38. All of the votes reported in this article are according to unofficial returns as provided by the Barry County Clerk’s office. The Baum family poses for a photo after Larry and Earlene Baum were presented with the Liberty Bell Award by the Barry County Bar Association. Pictured are (front row, from left) Suzy Baum, Nick Baum, Earlene Baum, Brian Baum, (second row) Karen Baum Pederson, Earl McMullin, Larry Baum, (third row) David Baum and Tim Pederson drop off a little bit of an outline,” he continued, “a biography of she and her husband... and it was amazing to me not for what it contains — what I will read to you today — but the many things that are not included in the outline. Many times Larry and Earlene do things in the community and they just never tell anybody. They just recognize the need and do what they can to assist in its accom- plishment.” Larry Baum was born in Royal Oak after his father, who originally lived in Hastings, moved there to find work during the Great Depression. After World War II, the family returned to Hastings. Earlene was born in Arkansas City, Kan., then lived in California for 10 years before her family relocated to See LIBERTY BELL AWARD, page 2 Earlene Baum looks on as her husband, Larry Baum, tells why philanthropy is so important his family. Commissioners support no change in county property tax millage by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer The Barry County Board of Commissioners met as a committee-of-thewhole Tuesday and passed a motion to later vote on a resolution that would allow Barry County to support its general fund by levying property taxes this summer. While the proposed resolution, which was presented to the board by County Administrator Michael Brown, supports a millage rate of 5.423 mills, Brown explained that the commissioners would have been able to take steps to increase that rate to a maximum of 5.4296 mills. Last year, the county levied summer property taxes at a rate of 5.423 mills, and the difference between the supported and maximum allowable millage rates translates to slightly more than $12,000 in potential revenue, he added. The taxes to be levied this summer would be used to determine the county’s 2011 budget. Even though next year’s budget is expected to be more fiscally trying than previous incarnations, commissioners explained that the millage rate would not need to be increased, in large part because of the committee-of-the-whole structure they adopted several months ago to replace a standingcommittee structure. Commissioner Michael Callton reported that the new structure is on course to save the county approximately $20,000 this year. According to documents provided by the committee, the general fund is budgeted at just over $14.1 million for this year, with nearly $10 million of that amount from property taxes. In a related action, the committee passed a motion to later vote on a timeline detailing the process toward adopting the county’s 2011 budget. The timeline reads that the commissioners will review one or more recommended budget or budgets in August and September and adopt a budget in October. “We’ll work closely with the department heads, and elected officials have been ... extremely good about working on that process,” said Brown. In other business, the committee passed a motion to later consider allowing nearly $13,000 of funds allocated to the county’s Michigan State University Extension office to be spent toward a matching grant of $67,000 that is being sought through the Michigan Department of Agriculture’s Specialty Crops Grant Program. Ginger Hentz, director of the Barry County MSU Extension office, explained that the grant would support the Barry County Local Foods Network, which seeks to promote locally grown and processed foods. Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick cited a statistic provided by the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, explaining just how important local foods could be to the economy. “The CS Mott Foundation, in 2006, indicated in a report that, if people would buy locally fresh market food, that there would be a new economy of $186 million in the state,” he said. Also discussed by the committee was the prospect of a county-wide recycling program. Earlier in the year, the Hastings City Council took action to relocate containers for recyclable material from East State Street in Hastings to 1899 N. M-43 Highway, where a landfill owned by Waste Management is located. Council members explained that such action was prompted by a request from Waste Management due to the large volume of recyclable materials and increased upkeep on the company’s part and by the untidiness of the site, proliferation of non-recyclable material and use by people living outside the area, despite it being solely for use by city residents. “I’ve gotten more people writing me, calling me or talking to me about this recycling thing,” said Callton about the movement of the recycling facilities. Commissioner Don Nevins echoed Callton, saying he had received approximately 30 calls in the past month about the relocation. Explaining that he recently talked about a county-wide recycling program with several people around the community, Commissioner Michael Bremer suggested that containers for recyclable material might be located at schools around the county, so that they would be convenient for use by most residents. “The schools might just be a good place to have those,” he said. VanNortwick suggested some kind of involvement with townships to create a county-wide recycling program, saying, “I would think the townships might be part of the key to unlocking a hard decision.” Callton remarked that, regardless of how a recycling program for the county is operated, the county should play a vital role in it. “I think we need to take some leadership as a county and essentially coordinate the recycling,” he said. “... I think, in order for recycling to really be feasible in this county, we have to act at the county-level and not rely on 21 different municipalities to try and figure it out themselves.” Following discussion on a county-wide recycling program, commissioners instructed Commissioner Joe Lyons, who serves on the county’s solid waste oversight committee, which deals with the evaluation of solid waste projects within the county, to have the committee consider how a recycling program throughout the county could become a reality. The commissioners also will later vote on the following possible courses of action: • Amend the bylaws governing the Barry County Charlton Park Village and Museum Board to require all members of the board to be sworn in and given picture identification reflecting their membership on the board. • Amend the bylaws governing the Barry County Parks and Recreation Board to require all members of the board to be sworn in. • Rename the Hastings Area Joint Planning Committee the Hastings Area Joint Planning Alliance. • Renew an agreement that would allow Barry and other counties and entities to continue to partner with the Michigan Works Association. �Page 2 — Thursday, May 6, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Candidate filing deadline is May 11 for August primary Candidates for federal, state and local offices have until 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 11, to meet the filing deadline to qualify for the Aug. 3 primary ballot. The deadline applies to partisan candidates for governor, U.S. House, state House and state Senate, and county and township offices. Precinct delegate candidates are also required to file by May 11. It does not include judicial candidates, write-ins or candidates without political party affiliation, who file under different time frames. Candidates have until 4 p.m. on May 14 to withdraw their names. Candidates for the township offices that will be filled this year file with the respective township clerk. Candidates for the county offices that will be filled this year file with their county clerk. Candidates for the state Senate, state House of Representatives or the U.S. House of Representatives, whose district is wholly contained in one county, file with the county clerk. Candidates for governor and those state Senate, state House and U.S. House candidates whose districts fall in more than one county file at the Bureau of Elections in Lansing. All candidates must file affidavit of identity forms, which can be obtained from any local clerk or the Bureau of Elections. They also are available on the Department of State Web site at www.Michigan.gov/sos. LIBERTY BELL AWARD, continued from page 1 Hastings, when her father, Earl McMullin, started Hastings Fiberglass Products. The couple met in high school and recently celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary and have three grown children, Karen, David and Kevin. Larry served four years in the U.S. Air Force, is a member of the Hastings Lions Club, and has been involved in various capital campaigns raising money for both schools and hospitals, “as well as some other things over the years,” said Byington, who added that Larry is a member of First Presbyterian Church of Hastings, the Masons, Shriners, and is chair and trustee of the advisory committee for the Gilmore Car Museum Board of Earlene also has served on the Barry County United Way Board of Directors and was the first woman on the board of directors at Hastings City Bank. She is also a past member of the board of trustees at First Presbyterian Church, currently is a Gugin Elder of the church, and has been a member of the choir for more than 30 years. Earlene also has served for many years on the Barry Community Foundation Grants Committee and the board of directors at Hastings Fiberglass, as has Larry. “Together they have devoted over 91 years of their lives together to the company their father, Earl McMullin, started many, many Man gets three months in jail, probation, fines for fatal accident Melvin Scott Coy, 51, of Battle Creek pleaded no contest to a charge of negligent homicide in 5th circuit court last week. Judge James Fisher sentenced Coy to three months in jail and 12 months of probation in relation to the Sept. 30, 2007, accident. Court documents stated that Coy failed to brake in a timely fashion, thereby causing the deaths of Corra Hunt and Jacob Lipsky. Initial investigation, as reported in the Oct. 4, 2007, Banner, revealed that Lipsky, 88, of Kalamazoo, was heading south on M- 43 and turned left into the driveway of the Prairieville Bible Church, crossing the path of Coy’s northbound vehicle. Hunt was pronounced dead at the scene, and Lipsky later died of his injuries. Two counts of operating with a suspended, revoked or denied license causing death were not pursued by the prosecution, along with one count of operating a motor vehicle without security. Coy must pay $1,000 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights and $68 state minimum costs. Results in for area school board Citizens can expect to see faces both new and familiar representing area school systems. On Tuesday, elections were held for many boards of education, including those serving Delton Kellogg, Hastings and Thornapple Kellogg schools. The most widely contested of area races was the race for two seats on the Delton Kellogg Board of Education, which were sought by seven candidates. Of the two seats, one carries a full, fouryear term, while the other carries a partial, two-year term. Vying for the seat carrying a four-year term were incumbent Elizabeth Matteson and challengers Nora Evers, Victor Haas and James McManus. Matteson, who has served on the board for 16 years, lost the seat to Haas, who garnered 470 votes and nearly 200 more than the incumbent. Evers and McManus garnered 111 and 279 votes, respectively. Larry Baum is congratulated by Bob King, who was the recipient of the 2009 Liberty Bell Award. Incumbent Paul Hughes earned 475 votes, winning his bid for re-election to the seat carrying a two-year term. Eric Pessell and Marc Robinson challenged Hughes for the seat, receiving 444 and 170 votes, respectively. Haas and Hughes’ terms are to begin July 1. In Hastings two newcomer candidates ran unopposed for the two four-year seats on the Hastings Area Schools Board of Education currently held by Trustee Tammy Pennington and Secretary Jeff Guenther, both of whom decided not to seek another term in office. Kathy Carlson garnered 1,430 votes while Robert Longstreet received 1,284 votes. Incumbents prevailed in the election for two seats on the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education. Kim Selleck and Dave Smith were re-elected to the board, receiving 713 and 605 votes, respectively. Tim Whitney was the only candidate to challenge Selleck and Smith, and he received 461 votes. Larry and Earlene Baum are presented the Liberty Bell Award by Bob Byington, president of the Barry County Bar Association. Directors. “A good friend of mine and mentor, Dick Shuster ... was on the advisory board at the Gilmore Car Museum some years ago ... and when I asked him what his greatest accomplishment was, he said it was probably getting Larry Baum to serve on the advisory board,” continued Byington. Earlene is the past president of the Hastings Youth Council and a past member of the YMCA of Barry County. “Her family has been tremendous supporters of the Y and Camp Algonquin in our community,” said Byington. years ago, this company that has provided jobs for this community and surrounding area ...” said Byington. “Consistent with this year’s Law Day theme of ‘Enduring Traditions and Emerging Challenges,’ Larry and Earlene’s participation in our community has demonstrated their commitment to the preservation of traditions and history, as well as providing opportunities for youth in the community, as well as providing for the community’s future. They have been, and will continue to be, good stewards of citizenship in our community.” The crowd gave the Baums a standing ova- Health department to discontinue seasonal flu vaccinations Sept. 1 The Barry-Eaton District Health Department will not be providing seasonal influenza vaccine for any adults or for children with private insurance that pays for vaccines, starting with the 2010-11 flu season. According to a press release issued Tuesday, influenza vaccine will continue to be available to children who qualify for the Vaccine for Children Program. To qualify, children must have Medicaid, no insurance, or insurance that will not pay for flu vaccine. For the past several years, the health department has been reducing the number of doses ordered and administered as availability has increased within the community. “Our policy is not to replicate services offered by other providers in the community,” said Steve Tackitt, health officer at the health department. The announcement is being made before the 2010-11 seasonal influenza season, he said, so those within the community who usually receive their flu shots from the health department will know early on to seek other providers. Many private physicians and pharmacies throughout the community provide seasonal flu vaccine every year. As flu season approaches, the health department will be interacting with community partners to be able to provide information to residents of Barry and Eaton counties about where they may receive flu vaccine. Residents may check www.barryeatonhealth.org for more information in August and September or the American Lung Association’s “Flu Finder” at www.lungusa.org/lung-disease/influenza/flu-cliniclocator/. Larry Baum, Barb Hunt, Willard Curtis and Earlene Baum chat during a reception in the Barry County Courts and Law Building’s community room, honoring Larry and Earlene for their years of service and philanthropy. tion as Byington presented them with the award. Then Larry and Earlene each took a few moments to thank the bar association and those assembled for the recognition and to speak about why it has been important to them that they support their community. Earlene said that when she was growing up in San Diego, people kept to themselves and barely knew their next-door neighbors. “Then we moved to Hastings, Michigan, where it was entirely different situation,” she said. “We were welcomed with open arms, soon formed many new friendships, and we truly felt that we were part of a very closeknit community. Fortunately, that feeling has lasted over all these years. It’s been a wonderful place to live and to raise a family as well as to prosper in our business and see it grow. We have been truly blessed to be part of such a community, and that’s the reason we try to give back in ways that we can. “We thank you so much for this honor today,” she added. “We are reminded that all of us need to work together toward the goal of improving Barry County and also making sure that Hastings remains one of ‘The Best 100 Small Towns,’ in the nation.” Larry also thanked the bar association and spoke about a formative experience he had while his family lived in Royal Oak where his father worked for the Packard Motor Car Company. “He worked there until the end of World War II, when they decided to move back to Hastings,” said Larry. “During the second world war, they [Packard] built engines for the B-51 Mustang; it was a very popular airplane during the second world war. One day, my dad said, ‘We’re going to the airport for an air show and we want everybody to go.’ When we got there, there was a B-51 flying, doing all kinds of aerobatics, doing landings and takeoffs. I found out the real reason my dad took us there was that all the employees of Packard Motor Car Company donated so many hours of their labor during the year that they purchased a B-51 Mustang and donated it to our armed forces. “I was only 8 years old, but it really made an impression on me to think what a wonderful thing it was for these people to donate their time and money to our armed forces,” recalled Larry, visibly moved by the memory. “I never forgot that day, and I think that is why Earlene and I have always tried to give back something to this great community of Hastings. “I would encourage each and every one of you to give something back to this community that has shared so much with you and your families.” Circuit Court Judge James Fisher introduced special guests Judge John Shapiro, the newest member of the Michigan Court of Appeals, and State Rep. Justin Amash who is running for the seat in Congress currently held by the Vern Ehlers. Fisher then introduced Republican Congressman and gubernatorial candidate Pete Hoekstra as the keynote speaker at the Law Day ceremony. Hoekstra spoke about Law Day, the United States, and Michigan in the context of the theme of enduring traditions and emerging challenges and about the Baums and their contributions to the community. “As we reflect at what Larry and Earlene did and have contributed to this community, we recognize that it is a pillar of what America is all about. You can see it in their lives and what they have contributed to this community,” said Hoekstra. “What is America built on? It’s built on all kinds of pillars ... In American society, we have always had a strong belief and commitment to individual liberty and individual contribution ... In [the Baums’] lives we see the strength and character of individual; but, we also see that applied to the business community. Building a strong and successful business that not only provides for their livelihood but enables them to provide a livelihood for many people in the community ... in their lives they have contributed into the non-profit sector and said, ‘We have been blessed with so much ... we are going to give back to the community and give back to the people that have helped make us a success. It is not all about us, it’s about what we are and who we are as a community.’” Hoekstra concluded by saying that the Baums’ entrepreneurship and contributions and service to their community is an embodiment of the American Dream. 31 make First Communion at St. Rose. The celebration of First Holy Communion was held at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church April 25, after months of preparation. Music was provided by Steve Youngs and the third, fourth, fifth and sixth graders of St. Rose School. First communicants served as readers, schola, and gift bearers. Families of the first communicants made banners to decorate the church. Pictured are (top, from left) Caeleb Meyers, Tiernen VanSickle, Evan Murphy, catechist Diane Klipfer, Deacon Gene Haas, Fr. Mike Recent, catechist Jackie Tolles, Dominic Smith, Caitlin Boguslawski, JP Saintarmour; (second row) AJ Bush, Abby Winick, Carter Smith, Kiernan Schaefer, Caeden McCarty, Ben Curtis; (third row) Bradley Klein, Joey Ogrodzinski, Monica Feldpausch, Nick Huver, Collin Hawthorne, Rachel Chesnutt; (fourth row) Makayla Casarez, Braden Tolles, Bridget Doyle, Abby Larabee, Abby Zull, Nathan Kronenwetter, Lizzie Parker; (bottom row) Shannon Brown, Emma Platschorre, Aidan Makled, Rae Herron, Holly Conklin, Brenna Klipfer and Jamison Lesick. Larry Baum watches as his wife, Earlene Baum, expresses her gratitude for their having been chosen as recipients of the Liberty Bell Award. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 6, 2010 — Page 3 Hundreds attend annual Charlton Park Day More than 1,200 people visited Historic Charlton Park Saturday for the annual Charlton Park Day. Many of the buildings in the village hosted hands-on activities, giving people a glimpse of life at the turn of the last century — quilting at Lee School, cookies at the Sixberry House, spinning at the township hall and bread making at the Bristol Inn. The sawmill and farm equipment were on display in the Exhibition Hall. The Upjohn House had free popcorn and balloons, and local musicians provided non-stop country music. Local country string bands provide music for the hundreds of people who celebrated Historic Charlton Park Day. Charlton Park is filled with more than 1,250 people enjoying the spring afternoon and the live entertainment. An inflatable jumping area provided a very modern alternative to the village’s historic activities. Carol Foley and Linda Antonini are the Bristol Inn bread makers. Taylor Carpenter from Nashville tries some homemade bread and handchurned butter served by Carol Foley. Erik and Ryan Zimmerman along with Stephanie Green learn the old art of carding fleece before it is spun into wool yarn for weaving. Volunteer Jamie Bowman (left) shows Brittany Whitten the old art of spinning wool. Freeport’s Jessica Price (right) and her band began the afternoon’s live entertainment. Old machinery felt right at home as it slowly drove down the main street of the historic village. Economic Development Alliance kicks off Barry County Manufacturers Council The first meeting of a new Barry County Manufacturers Council, hosted by Viking Corp. and attended by seven industry professionals representing six countywide manufacturing firms, was held April 27. Firms represented included Viking Corp., Tri-Clor, Hastings Fiber Glass Products, Advanced Stone Fabrications, Lumenflow and Flexfab. The format of the kick-off session of the Manufacturers Council included a guest presentation, member dialogue and concluded with an educational plant tour of Viking Corp. aimed at sharing knowledge and building skills. Valerie Byrnes, president of the Barry County Economic Development Alliance, serves as the facilitator of the local Manufacturers Council, drawing from her past experience in kicking off similar manufacturing councils in other West Michigan communities. “Working hands-on with manufacturers in the past has shown me that the very best learning comes from peer-to-peer sharing in a trusted setting,” said Byrnes. She also noted that the County Economic Development Alliance proactively supports the growth efforts of businesses in the county with added emphasis on job retention and, ideally, job creation within the manufacturing sector. “Depending on which source you consider, one manufacturing job is said to create an additional four to nine jobs relying directly or indirectly on that manufacturing job,” Byrnes added. Brad Tolles, co-owner of Tri-Clor, serves as the “Council Champion” as a board member of the Economic Development Alliance, providing the added value of representing the industry sector on the board. “I look forward to sharing ideas with our well established manufacturers and drawing from their successes while building a collaborative council that moves all Barry County manufacturers forward,” said Tolles. Jim Zawacki, president of GR Spring & Stamping, participated in last week’s program serving as a mentor to local manufacturers on behalf of the Grand Rapids Manufacturers Council. He shared the operating model of the Grand Rapids council along with examples of programs and industry “white papers” written by the council. Zawacki, on behalf of GR Spring & Stamping, was awarded the 2009 John G. Thodis Michigan Manufacturer of the Year Award from the Michigan Manufacturers Association. An additional resource available to the Barry County Manufacturers Council is the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center, housed with the Right Place, Inc. and represented by Jodi Vitali at the meeting. MMTC’s West Michigan office serves as a partner to the Barry County Economic Development Alliance, supplementing technical resources available to Barry County manufacturers within the region. The Barry County Manufacturers Council plans to meet monthly and rotate host loca- tions, maximizing the opportunity to share best practices through plant tours. The council is open to all Barry County manufacturing companies seeking to contribute to this valuable learning model. Manufacturers may contact Valerie Byrnes at 269-945-2454 or valerie@barrychamber.com for more information. Use the BANNER CLASSIFIEDS to sell, rent, buy, hire, find work, etc. Call... 269-945-9554 �Page 4 — Thursday, May 6, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Keep an eye out for motorcycles To the editor: By a certificate of proclamation, Gov. Jennifer Granholm has proclaimed May 2010 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month to remind motorists of the seasonal return of motorcycle enthusiasts to Michigan roadways. The event is supposed to be a legislative resolution and is being promoted by state departments and motorcycle rider groups concerned with highway safety. The awareness campaign seeks a broader recognition of motorcycles in the transportation mix and strives to reduce the number of motorcycle accidents, injuries and deaths on state roadways. The target audience incorporates vehicle drivers and motorcycle opera- tors. The principle concerns are to increase driver recognition of motorcyclists in traffic, while encouraging motorcyclists to participate in Motorcycle Safety Foundation training available through the Michigan Department of State. As highway safety supporters, motorcyclists ask that motorists get in the habit of looking for motorcycles as they drive, both during the safety awareness month and throughout the riding season. We are your neighbors, friends and families. Together we can share the road safely. Eric Larson, Gold Wing Touring Association Motorcycle safety awareness coordinator Know Your Legislators: U.S. Senate Debbie Stabenow, Democrat, 702 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-4822. Carl Levin, Democrat, Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-6221. District office: 110 Michigan Ave., Federal Building, Room 134, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 456-2531. Rick Tormela, regional representative. U.S. Congress Vernon Ehlers, Republican, 3rd District (All of Barry County), 1714 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515-2203, phone (202) 225-3831, fax (202) 225-5144. District office: Room 166, Federal Building, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 451-8383. President’s comment line: 1-202-456-1111. Capitol Information line for Congress and the Senate: 1-202-224-3121. Michigan Legislature Gov. Jennifer Granholm, Democrat, P.O. Box 30013, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-3400. State Senator Patty Birkholz, Republican, 24th District (All of Barry County), Michigan State Senate, State Capitol, 805 Farnum Building, P.O. Box 3006, Lansing, Mich. 48909-7536. Call: (517) 373-3447. Fax: (517) 373-5849. e-mail: senpbirkholz@senate.michigan.gov State Representative Brian Calley, Republican, 87th District (All of Barry County), Michigan House of Representatives, 351 Capitol, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-0842. e-mail: briancalley@house.mi.gov Write Us A Letter Larry and Earlene Baum honored for lifetime of giving The local bar association held its annual ceremony to honor this year’s Liberty Bell Award recipients, Larry and Earlene Baum. The award was originally established in the early 1960s as part of the Law Day program by Michigan Young Lawyers to acknowledge individuals for outstanding community service. This year’s Barry County recipients exemplify the award’s determination to honor outstanding citizens within the community. One of the most important qualities for a company to grow is the ability to act, to make decisions and to transform a passion for a product or service into a reality. That’s the way it was for Larry and Earlene Baum who’ve been involved in their local company since Earlene’s father, Earl McMullin, (2005 Liberty Bell Award recipient) started the company more than 50 years ago with just five employees, most of whom were family, working in a small building on Green Street. Larry R. Baum started with the company in September 1959, after serving four years in the U.S. Air Force. He was first employed as a production worker he later took sales and management courses at Kellogg Community College and the University of Michigan, while advancing to the position of factory superintendent. In 1973, he was appointed sales manager. According to Earlene, “The company owes much of its early growth to my husband. He gave up his responsibilities in production in order to cultivate new business opportunities with electrical utility companies of the time such as Consumers Power and Detroit Edison.” In the beginning, Earlene was the only office employee, working several years before she received her first paycheck. When the business started to pick up, Earlene’s mother Virginia, joined the office staff. Both Larry and Earlene graduated from Hastings High School. Larry was active in sports and in 1955, he set a new Hastings High School 120-yard high hurdle record, and then ran in regionals at Western Michigan College. During high school, Earlene was on the queen’s court, an honor student and was selected as an outstanding senior, receiving the Danforth award. After high school, she attended Albion College where she pledged to Delta Zeta and Alpha Xi Delta sororities. The couple were married April 21, 1956. The Baums received the special honor last week because of their many contributions to the community. They’ve been long-time contributors to the Hastings Presbyterian Church and made a major gift for a new church now under construction at a new location on M-37 west of Hastings. They long-time supporters of the Hastings High School athletics program and contributed money for a new field, fieldhouse, improved track, press box and provided for a new entrance to Johnson Field, new bleachers at the middle school and high school, along with sponsoring many tailgate parties prior to the football games. The couple has made so many contributions that in August 2007, the Hastings Board of Education voted to change the name to Baum Stadium at Johnson Field. The Baums also have contributed to the theater arts program for drama, operetta, and summer film-making and continue to support the schools. In 2001, the Baums and McMullins also were instrumental in the renovation of Camp Algonquin that included $2 million renovation project with new cabins and a main lodge for year-round use. They also have been supporters of Pennock Hospital, Hastings Public Library and Barry Community Foundation, just to name a few. If you look over the lists of people willing to contribute to community projects around Hastings, there’s a good chance you will see Larry and Earlene Baum and their company listed. They’ve spent a lifetime of giving back. Just recently, the Baums donated $500,000 to Gilmore Car Museum to build a new maintenance garage to be used to train area youths on automotive repair, giving technical skills not available in schools today. In the program’s first year, 12 high school students from Hastings and Delton Kellogg have been enrolled in “Gilmore Garage Works.” The program has been highly successful in paving the way for additional technical training programs to be offered in Barry County during the coming school year. When attorney and Barry County Bar Association President Bob Byington announced Larry and Earlene Baum as this year’s Liberty Bell recipients, the crowd rose to honor them with a muchdeserved standing ovation. President Teddy Roosevelt once said, “What a man does for himself dies with him. What a man does for his community lives long after he is gone.” Larry and Earlene Baum have shown that by giving back with their generous gifts, time and efforts, they’ve become part of making and maintaining Hastings as “One of the Best 100 Towns” in the nation. Michigan loses a treasure As most of you have heard, Ernie Harwell, beloved man and iconic voice of the Detroit Tigers for more than 40 years, died Tuesday at the age of 92. People have such strong feelings for Ernie Harwell, and much has been said about him over the past several months after he announced that he had inoperable cancer. Perhaps former Tigers pitcher Jack Morris summed it up best, when he said of Harwell, “He’s lived a full life, a life of kindness, grace and honor and goodwill.” Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics HERE ARE THE RULES: The Hastings Banner welcomes letters to the editor from readers, but there are a few conditions that must be met before they will be published. The requirements are: • All letters must be signed by the writer, with address and phone number provided for verification. All that will be printed is the writer’s name and community of residence. 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Local residents to promote mental health awareness and reduce stigma Michigan’s 46 community mental health agencies are hosting the sixth annual “Walk a Mile in My Shoes” rally at the state Capitol Tuesday, May 11. A number of Barry County residents plan to attend the event to lobby state legislators about mental health issues and to help combat the stigmas and prejudices associated with mental illnesses, developmental disabilities and substance use disorders. Eighty-three people who use CMH services, one from each county in the state, will deliver brief statements from the capitol steps about the status of the public mental health system in their counties. The Michigan Association of Community Mental Health Boards, the educational and political arm of the CMH offices in the state, is organizing the rally. MACMHB expects more than 2,200 people at the event, including people who use CMH services, people who work in the community mental health system and mental health advocates of all stripes. Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. The inaugural event attracted 800 people in 2005 and has been growing annually, reaching more than 2,000 participants in 2009. The rally starts at 1:30 p.m. on the front lawn of the Michigan Capitol. “The rally helps showcase the importance of addressing issues facing people with mental illness, developmental disabilities and substance use disorders,” said Jan McLean, executive director of Barry County Mental Health Authority. “We have marched in the rally since its inauguration in 2005, and we are eager to once again join advocates from across the state to bring our message to the public,” McLean said. “There is a compelling need to continue to work and understand the realities of mental health and illness, in order to make improvements in our current system.” In Michigan, one in five adults will experience a mental health disorder at some point in their lives, yet many do not get the treatment they need. One of the goals of the rally is to What’s the best way to celebrate Mom? Sunday is Mother’s Day. What do you think is the best way to celebrate the many contributions mothers make to their families and communities? make sure everyone who needs treatment for mental health or substance use disorders in Michigan is able to get it. Mental health supporters will provide statements on mental health disorders and developmental disabilities in an effort to bring attention to the wide a range of the Michigan population who are affected. The event is slated to run until 3 p.m., after which attendees are encouraged to visit the offices of state legislators to promote important mental health and developmental disability issues such as insurance parity and the necessity of state budget support for mental health programs and local community mental health facilities. Stay informed on local events... Subscribe to The BANNER! Call... 945-9554 The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. 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Mother’s Day has gotten very commercial, but honoring these mothers is very important.” Tommy Johnson, Middleville: “Mothers are wonderful. Mother’s Day is a good way for the whole family to get together and do things for mothers.” Don Nevins, Hastings: “You should be thankful for your mother. I am thankful for her devotion and everything she does to make our family something really special. She’s also my best friend.” Howard “Hoot” Gibson, Hastings: “A surprise Mother’s Day dinner at a local restaurant with all of her children present.” • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 6, 2010 — Page 5 Statewide ‘New Economy 101’ program held in Hastings by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Julie Pioch, Extension director for Van Buren County’s Michigan State University Extension, presented information at a meeting Wednesday, April 28, on how the “new economy” will impact Michigan, with everything from the changes in manufacturing to creative ways to keep young college graduates in state. Ginger Hentz, County Extension director for Barry County MSU Extension, welcomed more than 20 people to the Pennock Hospital conference center for the free ‘New Economy 101’ presentation, which was one of 100 being held across Michigan. It is a part of a statewide effort, the Michigan Prosperity Initiative (MPI), led by the MSU Land Policy Institute. MPI is a partnership between many key stakeholder groups (including Michigan Department of Energy, Labor and Economic Growth, Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Michigan Association of Regions and each of the State Planning and Development Regions, Michigan Association of Planning, Michigan Municipal League and the Michigan Townships Association) to prepare Michigan to compete in the global new economy. The two-hour presentation began with an overview of the Michigan Prosperity Initiative, continued through the definition of the new economy model and ended with actions area residents could take to improve outlooks for the local community, county and state. In addition, Pioch provided information about more detailed new economy courses being offered. “The new economy refers to a global, entrepreneurial and knowledge-based economy where business success comes increasingly from the ability to incorporate knowledge, technology, creativity and innovation into products and services,” said Pioch. Among actions area residents can take are 2010 elections will bring new leaders Ginger Hentz (left) welcomes Van Buren County’s Michigan State University Extension Executive Director Julie Pioch who introduces more than 20 area residents to the “new economy” on April 28. (Photo by Patricia Johns) diversifying the economy, expanding markets including stressing learning more languages in which to do business, embracing the “green” economy and focusing on alternative energy, supporting entrepreneurial efforts, looking for ways to retain talent in the state, retaining population, making sure infrastructure is the “right size” for communities, promoting lifelong education, creating regional asset-based development strategies, reforming financing of public services and using strategic growth planning to attract federal dollars and grants. Pioch told the group that efforts to improve the state’s economy would not be easy but “working together cooperatively can make a difference.” For additional information about the presentation or MPI, call the MSU Land Policy Institute at 517-432-8800 or 877-436-0002 ext. 100. Information about future programs in the Barry County area is available by calling the Barry County MSU Extension office at 269945-1388. Life is busy for everyone, and keeping track of the political system is a daunting challenge for most people. This is especially true in 2010, when we will see a near complete turnover in state government. This year, every executive and legislative office will be on the ballot. Most are guaranteed to be new this year due to term limits. The term-limit system has good and bad points. But one thing is certain: it provides for a total changeover in government officials on regular basis. Starting Jan. 1, 2011, we will have a new governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, attorney general, at least 29 out of 38 new senators, and probably half or more of the House of Representatives will be freshmen. Go ahead and expect plenty of good and bad out of this change. Now, there is talk of modifying term limits. The latest proposal is from Rep. Mark Meadows of East Lansing. His idea is to keep the number of terms the same, but to lengthen the years in each term. The House terms would be extended from three terms of two years each to three terms of four years each. The Senate terms would be extended from two terms of four years each to two terms of six years each. These are interesting discussions, but I do not expect them to be fruitful. There are two major issues with the proposal. First is the appearance of self-gratification. Even though such a change would be subject to a vote of the people (since it is constitutional), it is still important to make the changes prospective. In other words, those who have already served under the old system should still be subject to the previous term limits. This would go a long way in proving that the change is not tied to the benefit of the current officeholders. The second problem is one of timing. While I am not at all afraid of debating such topics and coming up with new and different proposals, this issue is controversial and has the potential of becoming a major distraction. Michigan is at a crossroads. While there may be some problems with term limits; I am confident in saying that changing term limits will not improve the economy. We must remain singularly focused on a “jobs first” agenda. Everything else can wait. Hastings Rotary Club honors its Top 10 seniors of 2010 by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Monday afternoon, the Hastings Rotary Club honored the Rotary Top 10 graduating seniors from the Hastings High School Class of 2010 with a luncheon and awards presentation at the ballroom of Walldorff Brewpub and Bistro in Hastings. The students were selected for the honor by Hastings High School staff based on scholarship, the use of their talents and school and community service. “These students have a combined for 3.4 GPA. They have participated in most clubs, organizations, and athletic teams that we offer and have held leadership positions with these groups,” said Hastings High School Principal Tim Johnston before he introduced each of the students. “They are involved in our community, their church, and their family. They are wholesome kids, solid kids, quality kids. They are a great example of the wonderful youth we have in our society today. They represent the Class of 2010. “These students are the products of their family, our community, and of Hastings High School. I am proud of each and every one of them and the Hastings community should be, also. These students will be back in our community as adult leaders and will continue to make our community a better place to live.” Named to the Rotary Top 10 Award were: Jacob Bailey, son of James and Debra Bailey of Hastings. In school, he was on the swim team for four years, serving as captain and receiving All-Barry County honors during his junior year. He also has played football for four years, three on the varsity team and made All-Conference his senior year. He was on the track team for three years. Bailey also has been in concert choir and Varsity Singers and was elected homecoming king and was elected senior class president of the student council. In the community, he has been a counselor for fifth grade camp, participated in Boy Scouts of America Troop 74, HYAA football, attended his church’s youth group and early morning Bible studies, and was on the community swim team. After graduation, Bailey plans to serve a two-year mission for his church before majoring in criminal justice to become a police officer. JenaLeigh Bailey is the daughter of James Kalamazoo County State Rep. Jase Bolger (right) joins Hastings High School’s 2010 Rotary Club Top 10 students (from left) Matt Feldpausch with his mother Kelly Feldpausch, Jacob Bailey and JenaLeigh Bailey with their parents Jim and Debbie Bailey, Troy Dailey with his mother Jennifer Dailey, and Osman Koroma with family friends Bobbi and Eldon Roush. and Debra Bailey of Hastings. At school she has played soccer, volleyball and basketball, each for four years and was captain of the volleyball and soccer teams for two years. She also has served on the student council for three years and was elected student body president. She has participated in Pride Club, SADD, Key Club, concert choir, Women’s Honors Choir, Varsity Singers. She is a member of the National Honor Society, was elected homecoming queen and was named Exchange Club Student of the Month and Hastings Kiwanis Club Student of the Month her senior year. In the community, she has participated in morning Bible seminary at her church, club volleyball, Teens Against Tobacco Use (TATU), served as a counselor for fifth grade camp, a referee for YMCA youth basketball, assisted the Chloe’s Wings of Hope fundraiser, and has helped with the Habitat for Humanity fundraising dinners. Bailey plans to attend Snow College in Utah. She has not decided on a course of study or career path, but plans to one day earn a mas- ATTENTION Hastings High School SENIORS ... The Annual Graduation Issue of ... will be June 3, 2010 Please have your pictures to the J-Ad Graphics office or the high school office by Friday, May 21st *NOTE” If your portraits were done at White’s Photo or Picture This Photography they have already furnished us with a copy. ter’s degree. Amanda Buehler is the daughter of Martin and Sheila Buehler of Cloverdale. She has been on the varsity swim team for four years and earned the sportsmanship award, the varsity track team for three years and participated in musical for four years. She also has participated in Ski Club, Varsity Singers, SWMVF Honors Choir, Key Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (serving as president during her senior year) and the National Honor Society. Buehler’s community activities include serving as a helper for the Hastings Swim Club, attending fellowship at two churches and going on a mission trip to Romania this summer. After graduation, Buehler plans to attend the honors program at Kalamazoo Valley Community College for two years before transferring to a four-year school to earn a degree in advertising. She also plans to pursue music and theater on the side. Troy Dailey is the son of Doug and Jennifer Dailey of Hastings. He has been on the varsity cross country team for four years, serving as captain and being named Most Valuable Runner for two years. He also played basketball for three years and been on the varsity track team four years, serving as a captain his senior year. Dailey was elected senior class vice president, was named Hastings Kiwanis Club Student of the Month and participate in Barry County Youth Leadership and the high school community service class. In the community, Dailey has volunteered at the Green Gables Haven auction, Woodlawn Meadows Retirement Community, food drives, and assisted with YMCA basketball camps and clinics. In the fall, he plans to attend Central Michigan University where he will major in sports studies. His plans include becoming a high school cross country coach. Matthew Feldpausch is the son of Kelly Feldpausch of Hastings and Steve Feldpausch of Grand Rapids. His school activities include four years of soccer, three on varsity, earning All-Conference Honorable Mention as junior and All-Conference, All-Regional, All-State Honorable Mention as a senior. As a fresh- TOP 10 , continued on page 8 07541574 Hastings Rotary Club President Brad Johnson joins the 2010 Hastings High School Rotary Top 10 students (from left) Bethany Roberts with her parents Joann and Jeffrey Roberts, Katie Ponsetto with her parents Sandy and Mike Ponsetto, Nicole Gardner with her parents Alisa and Doug Gardner, Katelyn Graybill with her parents Sandy and Dan Graybill, Mandy Buehler and Hastings High School Principal Tim Johnston. THE REVUE In its’ 15th season presents… The Children’s Musical SHOW DATES: April 30, May 1 & 2, May 7, 8 & 9, 2010 Fridays and Saturdays at 7 pm and Sundays at 3pm Doors open 30 minutes before curtain 301 N. Main St., Nashville (Across the street from Hastings City Bank Adults $10, Seniors/students $8, children 12 and under $5 Tickets Available at the door or reserved seating recommended by emailing therevue1@yahoo.com or by calling 517-749-1229 07540913 77545653 Paid for by the Committee to Preserve Charlton Park • David Hatfield, Treasurer • PO Box 125, Hastings MI 49058 �Page 6 — Thursday, May 6, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Murray Schnurr HASTINGS, MI - Murray (Big Ed) Schnurr, age 86, of Hastings passed away April 25, 2010 at Thornapple Manor in Hastings. He was born September 10, 1923 in Grand Rapids, the son of Clifford and Izora (Kermeen) Schnurr. Murray attended Middleville High School and graduated in 1940. He worked at the following, Bliss Manufacturing, Hastings, 1944-1946, Schaffer Foods, Grand Rapids, 1946-1951, Lear Jet, California 1952-1953, National Water Lift, Kalamazoo, 1953-1969 and building golf courses in Michigan and Florida from 1970 until he retired in 1998. Murray served in World War II, Army Air Force from 1941 until he was honorably discharged in 1944. His hobbies included design engineering, golf, fishing, wood carving, bird watching, painting, drawing, photography and making people smile. Murray was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford (Mike) and Izora Schnurr, Doris Schnurr and Craig William Schnurr. He is survived by daughters; Sally Schnurr of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Pam Schnurr of Port St. Lucie, FL; sons, Joe (Carol) Schnurr of Hastings, and Mike (Candy) Schnurr of Hastings; grandchildren, Karen, Laurie, Joeseph James, Michael, Denise, Scott, Tracey, Lindsey and Cory; great grandchildren, Mathew, Alex, Nathan, Brandon, Ryan and Helen. It was a sad day April 25, 2010 when (Big Ed), Dad, Grandad, Great-grandad left us for bigger fairways and better greens. He has gone on to that wonderful golf course we all can only dream of, where every hole is a hole in one and every golfer is wearing a green jacket and angel wings! We love and miss ya (Big Ed). Respecting his wishes, no services are being held. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Worship Together… Area Obituaries Lois Ann Smith John De Broux Roger Raymond Tobias FREMONT, MI - Lois Ann Smith of Fremont, formerly of Lake Odessa, age 81, passed away peacefully at home after a lengthy illness on April 30, 2010 with her immediate family by her side. She was born October 31, 1928 in Grand Rapids to Russell Knowles Friend and Beth Pierce Friend, graduated from Lake Odessa High School in 1946, married Raymond C. Smith, Jr. in 1949, and worked in the Hastings, Detroit and Greenville areas before settling in Fremont, working in professional services at Gerber Baby Foods. In Lois’ over 50 years in the Fremont area, she touched many lives through her work with a myriad of volunteer organizations including: the Congregational Church Women’s Fellowship, Friends of the Library, NCCS Children’s Christmas Fund, Hospital Service League, Newaygo County Council for the Arts, Red Cross Blood Bank, and – her personal mission – the 4-H Handicapped Horseback Riding Program. But her primary focus was her family; nurturing her husband, two boys, and grandchildren with a relentless, loving energy. She is survived by Raymond – her cherished husband of over 60 years; her sons, Gregory Russell Smith (Fremont) and Steven Raymond Smith and his wife Wendy Sue Taylor (Morristown, New Jersey and Rockford, Michigan); her grandson, Steven Alexandre Smith (Fremont); and step grandchildren, Leah Louise Taylor, Curtis Anderson Taylor, and Jacob Joel Taylor (Rockford). Lois preferred that no public service be held, asking instead that her memory be honored in a private family gathering following cremation. Memorial contributions may be made to: Fremont Area Community Foundation for the Lois Smith 4-H HRH Program. Friends may send a condolence or share a memory with the Smith family online at www.crandellfh.com. HASTINGS, MI - John De Broux of Hastings, passed away on May 4, 2010 at Thornapple Manor in Hastings. He was born May 16, 1925 in Bear Creek, Wisconsin. He served as a bombardier/navigator in the Army Air Corps in World War II and was a member of the American Legion. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a Bachelors Degree in Agricultural Economics in 1950 and sold veterinary supplies and agricultural chemicals for the American Cyanamid Company for nearly three decades. He was an avid outdoorsman and conservationist. He was an active member of the Hastings Lions Club, delivered Meals on Wheels for the Barry County Commission on Aging for several years and was a longtime member of Grace Lutheran Church, serving as president of the congregation. John was preceded in death by his wife of 29 years, Elaine De Broux in 1980. He is survived by sons, James of Aurora, Ohio and Steven of Barto, Pennsylvania; sister, Janet Kay Gertz of Laguna Hills, California; three nieces and nephews, Janet, Tod, and Tim Gertz; great nephew, Jesse Gertz of Portland, Maine John is at the Lauer Family Funeral Homes-Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings where his family will receive friends on Thursday, May 6, from 6-8 p.m. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, May 7, 2010, at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church with Rev. Michael Kemper officiating. Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Hastings Lions Club, P.O. Box 183 Hastings, MI 49058. Please share a memory with John’s family at www.lauerfh.com. CARLTON TOWNSHIP - Roger Raymond Tobias, age 71, of Carlton Township, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, May 1, 2010 at Blodgett Memorial Hospital in Grand Rapids following a brief illness. Roger was born in Hastings, on August 1, 1938 to Raymond and Dora (Thomas) Tobias. He attended Woodland schools and was active in FFA, as well as playing varsity baseball and football. Roger began working on the family farm at an early age. Roger was united in marriage to Carol Sawdy on May 2, 1955 and began working at Keeler Brass in Lake Odessa at the age of 17. He later worked at E. W. Bliss as a journeyman molder and core maker until the foundry was closed. Roger then went to work at the Montgomery Ward’s warehouse in Grand Ledge as the head of shipping and receiving until the warehouse closed. Roger then began his own business of lawn care and office cleaning, and also worked for the Village of Freeport as the DPW manager, and served as cemetery sexton for Freeport, Fuller, Carlton Center, and Woodland cemeteries. While on a train/canoe trip into the Canadian wilderness as a young Boy Scout, Roger was inspired to later devote countless hours and days as a Boy Scout Troop Leader with Woodland Boy Scouts #109 to help area youth enjoy the same wonderful experiences he had. Roger also devoted his time as a Pony League baseball coach. Though the wins were few, the malts and parfaits at Classic’s Drug Store in Woodland made everyone a winner. Roger’s hobbies included taxidermy, fur trapping, fishing, camping, swimming, bowling, dancing with friends, country music, gardening, and watching the Tigers, Lions, Red Wings, and Spartans. He had a special love for his dogs, and will be missed by Bailey and Chloe. Roger’s grandchildren and great grandchildren were his pride and joy, and he loved watching them participate in their sporting events! He was preceded in death by his parents; two infant brothers; and his sister, Barbara. Roger is survived by Carol, his loving wife of 55 years; children, Greg (Gail) Tobias, Cathy Tibble (Jim Dingman), and Diann (Gregg) Davis; grandchildren, Nate (Melissa) Tobias, Clint (Angie) Tobias, Justin (Christy) Tibble, Cody Tibble (Chelsey Holtman), Joe Davis, and Jeff (Dallas) Davis; and great grandchildren, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Dylan, Brianna, Derek, and Eastin. Arrangements were made by the Koops Funeral Chapel in Lake Odessa. In keeping with Roger’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a Memorial Celebration of his life will be held at a later date. The family has suggested that memorial contributions may be made to the Lakewood Athletic Association, or Mackenzie’s Animal Sanctuary. Memories and messages may be left at www.koopsfc.com. 77545379 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH The Sixth Sunday of Easter - May 9 - Worship Worship 8:00 & 10:45; Sunday School 9:30; Noisy Offering for Love, Inc.; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269945-2698. http://www.discovergrace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour with Directory Photo Session; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Friday - 11:30 a.m. NAPS End of Year Movie. Saturday - 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice. Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Prayer Ministry Meeting. Wednesday - 6:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 of Indiana, Kenneth Carnes II of Hastings, Anna Magaldi of Indiana, Kelli Husman of Hastings, Jana (Chad) Livingston of Hastings; several grandchildren and greatgrandchildren; brothers, Fred Bell of Nashville, Ralph (Marie) Bell of Nashville, Danny (JoAnn) Bell of Hastings, Raymond (Bonnie) Bell of Hastings;s isters, Shirley Keiser of Delton, and Nancy Cunningham; several nieces and nephews. Memorials can be made to charity of one’s choice. Condolence may be sent to Cynthia VanNoord 7827 Green Links Dr. SE. Caledonia, MI. 49316. A memorial gathering will be held Sunday, May 16, 2010 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Ever After Banquet Hall, 1230 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at girrbachfuneralhome.net. NASHVILLE, MI - Janet Arlene Sherk, age 72, of Nashville, passed away peacefully with her family at her side, on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. She was born January 27, 1938 in Grand Rapids, the daughter of William and Doris (Hammond) Mitchell. Janet attended Hastings area schools. She married Donald J. Sherk September 19, 1970 and he preceded her in death January 30, 2008. Janet worked for the State Of Michigan, Department of Social Services for 23 years, and retired March 1, 1995. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, she enjoyed bowling, playing cards, bingo and crafts. She was preceded in death by her husband Donald Sherk; her mother Doris Bell; greatgrandson, Dion Wright, and stepdaughter Lanette (Sherk) Decker. Janet is survived by her children, Cynthia (Ron) VanNoord of Caledonia, Bruce G. Murphy of Hastings, Philip (Jamie) Magaldi Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net 77528585 B OSLEY Janet Arlene Sherk �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 6, 2010 — Page 7 Financial FOCUS Area Obituaries Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of Shirley Ann Northrup-Pelcher Newborn Babies ***** Arik Ryan, born at Pennock Hospital on April 22, 2010 at 12:16 p.m. to Angela and Chad Wilbur of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 1 oz. and 19 inches long. ***** Asaiah James, born at Pennock Hospital on April 21, 2010 at 8:48 p.m. to Kolleen Brown and Adam Davidson of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs. 5 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Giana Rebecca, born at Pennock Hospital on April 20, 2010 at 12:29 p.m. to Kimberly and Joseph Rodriguez of Nashville. Weighing 7 lbs. 7 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Makenzie Jo, born at Pennock Hospital on April 22, 2010 at 8:56 a.m. to Kayley Ward and Brandon Baker of Nashville. Weighing 8 lbs. 1 oz. and 20 inches long. ***** Breeana Nekole, born at Pennock Hospital on April 21, 2010 at 3:32 a.m. to Ashlee Groen of Middleville. Weighing 8 lbs. 13 ozs. and 19 1/2 inches long. Mother’s Day is almost upon us. This year, in addition to giving Mom some flowers and a card, why not brighten her day — and her future — by making a financial gift? Your first thought might be that giving your mother a check may seem “tacky.” But these days, everyone can use a little extra cash. However, you can find other types of financial gifts that can have a longer-lasting impact. Here are a few ideas to consider: • Help Mom fund her IRA. If your mother is still working, she can contribute to an IRA — and she should. Either a traditional or Roth IRA is a great way to build tax-advantaged savings for retirement. Yet most people don’t fully fund their IRAs each year. In 2010, your mother can put in $5,000 to her IRA, or $6,000 if she’s 50 or older. While you can’t directly contribute to her IRA, you can write a check for that purpose. • Purchase an investment for Mom. If you can afford it, consider giving a few shares of stock, possibly issued by companies that make products or services your mother uses. (If you give shares that you own, you’ll need to keep records of your initial sales price; this information will be useful to your mother if she ever sells the shares and needs to pay capital gains taxes.) If you think your mother could benefit from an increase in her cash flow, you might consider giving her a corporate or government bond, which can provide regular interest payments. • Take care of a debt payment. The lower your mother’s debt payments, the more she can put away for retirement. While you probably aren’t in a position to pay off all her debts, perhaps you could handle a car or credit card payment as a Mother’s Day gift. • Make a charitable gift in Mom’s name. Your mother probably supports many worthy causes — and a financial gift to any one of them, in her name, would probably please her greatly. Furthermore, your generosity may provide you with an immediate tax deduction, assuming the group to which you donate meets the tax deductibility guidelines established by the IRS. In fact, if you donated an appreciated asset, such as a stock, you could possibly get two tax breaks: a deduction on this year’s taxes and the avoidance of capital gains taxes that will result from the eventual sale of an asset. Before donating this type of asset, though, consult with your tax advisor. • Provide Mom with some financial education. If your mother doesn’t know much about investing, you might get her a book on the topic. Or, better yet, if you have a financial advisor whom you trust, introduce him or her to your mother. Once your mother enters her pre-retirement and retirement years, she may have many issues — such as cash flow management, estate planning and investing to stay ahead of inflation — for which she could use the help of a financial professional. Mother’s Day comes and goes in a day — but by making the right type of financial gift to your mother, your generosity can be felt for years to come. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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May 7th & 8th 77543076 Ava Jean D’Anne, born at Pennock Hospital on April 15, 2010 at 5:34 p.m. to Liz Meek and Jim Main of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs. 7 ozs. and 18 1/2 inches long. ***** Carter Lee, born at Pennock Hospital on April 14, 2010 at 5:15 p.m. to Nicole and Lee Bowman of Middleville. Weighing 6 lbs. 14 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Echoe Rose, born at Pennock Hospital on April 14, 2010 at 5:03 p.m. to Samanthe Lee of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 15 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Mason Robert, born at Pennock Hospital on April 16, 2010 at 9:07 a.m. to Lindsey and Eric Possehn of Saranac. Weighing 8 lbs. 2 ozs. and 20 1/2 inches long. ***** Gibson Nash, born at Pennock Hospital on April 16, 2010 at 7:51 a.m. to Stacy and Joe Yeiter of Clarksville. Weighing 7 lbs. 6 ozs. and 18 1/2 inches long. ***** Penn Campbell, born at Pennock Hospital on April 17, 2010 at 4 p.m. to Jessica and Larry Phillips of Middleville. Weighing 6 lbs. 5 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Kayden Constance Marie, born at Pennock Hospital on April 10, 2010 at 2:10 p.m. to Paula Marie Taylor and Kelly Brown of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 3 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Andrew Reynaldo, born at Pennock Hospital on April 10, 2010 at 2:13 a.m. to BJ and Jessica Martinez of Lake Odessa. Weighing 9 lbs. 3 ozs. and 20 1/2 inches long. ***** Chyler Anne-Marie, born at Pennock Hospital on April 6, 2010 at 7:15 a.m. to Tennille Keast and James Raulston of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 3 ozs. and 19 1/2 inches long. ***** Noah Scott, born at Pennock Hospital on April 15, 2010 at 2:26 a.m. to Rebbecca and Patrick Finkbeiner of Lake Odessa. Weighing 6 lbs. 8 ozs. and 20 1/4 inches long. ***** Jaedyn Kyle, born at Pennock Hospital on April 2, 2010 at 9:06 a.m. to Haylee DePree and Anthony Loy of Grand Rapids. Weighing 8 lbs. 3.5 ozs. and 21 1/2 inches long. ***** Lucy Lou Ellen, born at Pennock Hospital on April 1, 2010 at 1:37 p.m. to Jeffrey and Mandy (Watson) Furrow of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. and 20 1/2 inches long. ***** James Leroy, born at Pennock Hospital on April 6, 2010 at 2:56 to James and Alicia Miller of Lake Odessa. Weighing 8 lbs. 11 ozs. and 21 1/2 inches long. ***** Joshua Jason, born at Pennock Hospital on April 14, 2010 at 2:09 p.m. to Jason and Mary Flohr of Woodland. Weighing 7 lbs. 7 1/2 ozs. and 20 inches long. Invest in your mother's future 1 Gallon Perennials… $6.95 Buy 5 Get 1 FREE! 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Mrs. Northrop-Pelcher leaves her children, Deborah (Douglas) Mepham, Priscilla (Tony) Carinci, and Timothy (Deborah) Northrop and grandchildren Rachel (Fabrizio) Basso, Rebecca (Joseph) Warren, Sarah Mepham, Andrew Mepham, Christopher and Nicholas Carinci, and Dustin (Evelyn), Tyler and Everett Northrop. Mrs. Pelcher was a teacher in Michigan at Battle Creek, Jackson, Otsego, and Farminton and taught at the Western Michigan University's Training School at Paw Paw as a supervising teacher. She received her BS degree from Eastern Michigan University and her MRE from Eastern Seminary in Philadelphia. She was Commander of Flotilla 81 of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary in Bradenton, Florida and wrote as historian for the group until her death. For 20 years Mrs. Pelcher was a pastor's wife and president of the Conservative Baptist Women of Michigan. Dr. Northrop and she also served on the Pryor Indian Reservation in Montana, working with the Crow Indians. Respecting Shirley's wishes, her body has been donated to Michigan State University, where Dr. Northrop took his PhD. Arrangements are by Girr-bach Funeral Home. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net) EDWARD JONES �Page 8 — Thursday, May 6, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa The women’s fellowship of First Congregational Church will hold its annual mother-daughter banquet Wednesday, May 12. The Lake Odessa Area Historical Society will meet Thursday, May 13 at 7 p.m. at St. Herman Orthodox Church, at Woodbury, with Fr. Michael and Daria Carney the hosts. The Carneys will explain the icons and certified icongrapher who had created many icons for the church. In addition, the society will elect two directors for three-year terms. Visitors and guests will be elected from the board of directors. The Ionia County Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, May 8 at 1 p.m. at the Freight House. The speaker will be Joe McCord of rural Ionia speaking on the Horseless Carriage Society. Joe is the supervisor of Easton Township, in addition to all his duties with the Ionia County Historical Society. He and wife, Joanne are also active in the Tri-River Museum Group and the genealogical society. The Lake Odessa Garden Club is to have its annual perennial exchange on Saturday morning, May 15. Donations will be accepted for plants not being exchanged. The weekend museum tour has come and gone for 2010. The Lake Odessa Museum complex was open to visitors on both days, Sunday and Saturday. All the visitors were from out of town; no one local attended. All the visitors had earlier been at one or more other museums. They had punch tags and could get their tags punched at each museum they visited. Most had earlier been at Ionia, Saranac or Freeport. The visitors mostly came from Saranac and Lowell areas, but one lady had come from Ann Arbor. Like several of the others, she was more interested in genealogy than in artifacts found in the museums. With genealogy resources on the premises, visitors could be helped a bit or directed to other sources. The Tri-River Group will meet at Lake Odessa Depot complex for its next meeting May 18. All over town lawns are being mowed for the second or third time this season. Absentee ownership is evident for some properties where the grass remains uncut. Village trucks are picking up yard waste on a regular basis. Lilac bushes are very early this year. Tulip bulbs are advertised as early, midseason or late. We are now seeing some of the later varieties coming into bloom. The trees with white blossoms have now lost their white petals. All over town, we see redbud trees in bloom with their red or lavender blooms. Hydrangea bushes are sending up their new shoots. People are planting early gardens with vegetable seeds. With such an early spring, we would like to plan that we have had our last frost. However, one night last week temperatures dropped below the freezing point. The Chancel Choir of Central United Methodist Church was hosted by Bob and Ginny Kruisenga Sunday for their annual potluck picnic after church. Several members then attended the open house at Lakewood High School. Former Lakewood School Superintendent William Eckstrom and his wife, Jewel returned home last week from their winter in Florida. Jewell had undergone hip replacement surgery in April. She is recovering nicely. Last week, Lester and Virginia Yonkers had visitors from south Texas. The former Monique Galavan and husband Terry had brought their month-old infant son to Michigan to visit relatives including grandparents Dan and Julie (Johnson) Galavan of Ada, great-grandparents George and Judy (Yonkers) and the Yonkerses who are greatgreat grandparents. Ken Neil and the late George Rock named ‘Distinguished Alumnus of the Year’ The Board of Directors of the Hastings High School Alumni Association has selected two graduates of Hastings High School to receive the Distinguished Alumnus of the Year Award. The recipients will be Kenneth H. Neil, Class of 1960, from Hastings, and the late Rear Admiral George Rock, Class of 1884, whose award, of course, will be given posthumously. The awards will be presented at the 123rd Hastings High School Alumni Banquet to be held Saturday, May 29 at the Hastings High School cafeteria. The event begins with a punch bowl at 4:30 p.m., dinner at 5:30 p.m., followed by the program. The banquet is for all who attended Hastings High School and their guests and recognizes the 25, 30th, 35th, 40th, 45th, 55th, 60th, 65th, and 70th anniversary years and will honor the 50th anniversary class of 1960. The deadline for purchasing tickets for the banquet is Saturday, May 22. Tickets are $13 each and may be purchased at Bosley Pharmacy, 118 S. Jefferson St., Hastings or by contacting Donna Brown at 948-2790. Tickets will be available at the door on the evening of the banquet for $15 each. Activities on the day of the banquet (Saturday, May 29) include an 11 a.m. tour of the "old" high school, which is now the current Middle School. People planning to participate can meet at the office entrance at 232 West Grand St. A tour of the Community Education and Recreational Center will be at 1:30 p.m. People planning to participate are to meet at the high school library entrance at 520 W. South St. "Hastings High Alumni Board members are hopeful for a good turnout at the banquet this year," President Donna Brown said. "This TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE ROLL FOR MIDDLE LAKE WEED CONTROL SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT TO: The residents and property owners bordering Middle Lake and all other interested persons. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Supervisor has reported to the Township Board and filed in the office of the Township Clerk for public examination a special assessment roll prepared covering all properties within the Weed Control Special Assessment District No. 1 benefited by the weed control project. Said assessment roll has been prepared for the purpose of assessing a portion of the costs for the proposed Weed Control Special Assessment District as more particularly shown on the plans and estimates of costs on file with the Township Clerk within the township, which assessment is in the approximate amount of $57,000.00 for five seasons. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Supervisor has further reported that the assessment against each parcel of land within said district is such relative portion of the whole sum levied against all parcels of land in said district as the benefit to such parcels bears to the total benefit to all parcels of land in said district. The proposed special assessment as shown on the roll is in the approximate amount of $57,000.00 for the five seasons, or $11,400.00 per year, ($109.00 per year per parcel) of land in the district. For further information you are invited to examine the Roll. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Board will meet at the Carlton Township Hall at 85 Welcome Road, within the township on May 10, 2010 at 7 p.m. for the purpose of reviewing said Special Assessment Roll, hearing any objections thereto, and thereafter conforming said Roll as submitted or revised or amended. Said roll may be examined at the office of the Township Clerk (at the Township Hall) during regular business hours of regular business days until the time of said hearing and may further be examined at said hearing. Appearance and protest at this hearing is required in order to appeal the amount of the special assessment to the State Tax Tribunal. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that an owner, or party in interest, or his or her agent may appear in person at the hearing to protest the Special Assessment, or may file his or her appearance or protest by letter at or before the hearing, and in that event, personal appearance shall not be required. The owner or any person having an interest in the real property who protests in person or in writing at the hearing may file a written appeal of the special assessment with the State Tax Tribunal within 30 days after the confirmation of the Special Assessment Roll. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Carlton Township Board will provide necessary and reasonable auxiliary aids and services, to individuals with disabilities at the hearing upon reasonable notice to the Carlton Township Clerk of the need for the same at least five days prior to the aforesaid hearing. All interested persons are invited to be present at the aforesaid time and place to submit comments concerning the foregoing. CARLTON TOWNSHIP Michele Erb, Clerk 85 Welcome Road Hastings, MI 49058 269-945-5990 06714239 alumni event may be one of the oldest in the state of Michigan. The dedicated and faithful organizers of this event want to preserve this tradition. We are always looking for alumni to serve on the board. And, we look for alumni each year to be class representatives from their respective anniversary classes to help us plan the banquet by contacting their classmates to participate. Next year’s preparations begin when we meet in September." The Hastings High School Alumni Association also presents three scholarships annually from the Dana Burgess Scholarship Fund through the Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation. Two scholarships are given to Hastings High School graduating seniors who will be studying in the field of business and a third is given to a Hastings High School alumnus who is attending Kellogg Community College. For further information about the banquet and the Hastings High School Alumni Association, please contact Board President Donna Brown at 948-2790. A rainbow world for dinosaurs by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters Children usually draw and color dinosaurs in full, living color. Vibrant oranges and yellows have competed with blues and greens. Now scientists are starting to catch up with what kids have always intuited about the dinosaurs of the Mesozoic Era. For generations, we geologists drew dinosaurs in black and white. Partly, I suspect, that was our habit because our books were printed that way. And just for that simple reason, we may have started to think about Earth’s ancient past in gray terms. I know I did. Fossils are drab, and when all the drawings of fossils you make or see are black and white, it’s easy to start sliding into the assumption that the world of millions of years ago was much less colorful than ours. When the printing revolution transformed our books into color (imagine), dinosaurs started to be represented as ever so slightly more colorful. Some of them graduated to earthy colors around that point, so that dun colored dinosaurs wandered through richly green plants or waded into blue waters. It wasn’t much for the dinosaurs, making them all look like elephants, but at least their world was more interesting. Children, thank goodness, were not satisfied with dun. They continued to draw dinosaurs in rich colors. And there’s now some pretty clear evidence kids have been right all along. Dinosaurs – at least some of them – were far from drab. Here’s the story. In 1996, a small dinosaur fossil, from an animal the size of a mid-sized dog or a turkey, was unearthed in northeast China. It was dated as about 125 million years old. The fossil made headlines because it was the first dinosaur fossil reported to have feathers. If you ask some 8-year-olds, they’ll tell you this dinosaur is known as Sinosauropteryx. It was a carnivore, judging from its teeth. Its hind legs were big, its front legs little, and it had a big tail, making it a little “road runner” of the Mesozoic. But how can anybody tell that Sinosauropteryx’s body parts — even its feathers — had color? The cooperative nature of research science comes to the fore at this point. Just a few years ago, a graduate student at Yale University found some microscopic, similar-looking structures in the ink of a modern squid and those of a squid fossil. Under a microscope, Jakob Vinther could see that tiny spheres in the living squid’s ink looked the same as the ink sack in the fossil squid. The tiny spheres are called melanosomes. We know that melanosomes create colors in bird feathers. The next step was to look at some feathers from fossil birds — where the grad student and those working with him found melanosomes that looked very similar to those in living birds. Meanwhile, other parts of the greater work were coming together. More and more discoveries of feathery bird dinosaurs were coming out of the fossil beds of China, which were opened to international investigation for the first time. One of the discoveries was no bigger than a rat but was covered in complex feathers. The connections between feathers, dinosaurs, and birds were all becoming clearer and less controversial. Recently, microscopic analysis of the melanosome in that original discovery – Sinosauropteryx – have persuaded many scientists that the little dinosaur was a cute, twocolored fellow. Much of his back was russet brown. Get this: his tail was chestnut with white stripes. But I don’t find the discovery of color in dinosaurs nearly as interesting as how long scientists were willing to present dinosaurs as drab in the extreme. It’s true we didn’t know how to color them in the old days, but children, I think, did better at realizing that we needed to keep our minds open to a great variety of possibilities. Some dinosaurs, at least, were likely as strongly colored as birds — and for the same reasons. There are advantages when it comes to “strutting your stuff” for the opposite sex if your plumage is truly eye-catching. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University. Peters can be reached at epeters@wsu.edu. TOP 10 , continued from page 5 man, he earned a varsity letter in wrestling and has played baseball for four years. He is a member of the Business Professionals of America and qualified for the state competition. He is a member of the National Honor Society, Hastings High School Academic Top 10, a 2010 Scholar Athlete, and was named a Hastings Exchange Club Student of the Month. He plans to attend Northwood University to major in accounting. Nicole Gardner is the daughter of Doug Gardner and Alisa Gardner of Hastings. At school, Gardner has been a member of the Key Club, TATU, and SADD, serving as president for one year; and Interact Club, serving as president for two years. She played volleyball for two years and soccer for years. Gardner earned academic letters her sophomore and junior years, was named a Scholar Athlete, a Hastings Kiwanis Club Student of the Month, Hastings Exchange Club Student of the Month and was awarded the Congressional Medal of Merit. In the community, she helped plan the first Barry County Youth Leadership Summit on preventing underage drinking and ran a food drive through Interact Club. In the fall, Gardner will be dual-enrolled in Kellogg Community College and Western Michigan University to earn a degree in electrical engineering. She also plans to join the National Guard and eventually become an officer and pilot in the U.S. Air Force. Katelyn Graybill is the daughter of Dan and Sandy Graybill of Hastings. In school, Graybill played basketball for two years, participated in the musical for three years and the fall play for one year, and was a member of Key Club. Graybill also has been in band for four years, serving as section leader for three years, and earning 1st Division ratings at the solo and ensemble festival for four years. She also has been a member of the Concert Choir, and the SWMVF Honors Choir. Awards and honors include National Honor Society, Exchange Club Student of the Month, Kiwanis Club Student of the Month, and Academic Top 10. In the community, Graybill has participated in her church youth group, served as a worship team leader, music and skit leader at vacation Bible school and as a camp counselor. After graduation, Graybill plans to attend Spring Arbor University to major in music education with a vocal emphasis. Osman Koroma is the son of Adama Koroma and his wife Korpo Koroma of Grand Rapids and has resided with Bobbi and Eldon Roush in Hastings. In school, Koroma has participate in wrestling for three years, Choir Follies for two years, and track for one. Outside of school, he has participated in Goal Ball, a sport for blind athletes, and has attended sports camp for blind and visually impaired athletes. In the fall, Koroma plans to attend Kalamazoo Valley Community College before transferring to Western Michigan University where he plans to major in English with a minor in music or orientation and mobility. His long-term goal is to become an author and write books about his family’s experiences moving from Liberia to Hastings. Katherine Ponsetto is the daughter of Mike and Sandy Ponsetto of Hastings. In school, Ponsetto was on the varsity cross country and track teams for four years, serving as captain for each during her senior year and earned cross county All-Barry County honors as a senior. She was elected to student council for two years, serving as a sophomore class alderman and junior class secretary and also was elected to the homecoming court. Ponsetto participated in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and was in the musical for three years. Her honors and awards include being named a member of the National Honor Society, a 2010 Scholar Athlete, Exchange Club Student of the Month and Academic Top 10. In the community, Ponsetto has assisted with vacation Bible school, helped to build a Habitat for Humanity House while on a mission trip with her church in 2008, and participated in the Thornapple Arts Council Summer Youth Theater program for six years, one year as a director’s assistant. She also has been involved in the Urban Institute of Contemporary Arts’ Art Works program, helping to paint a mural in East Grand Rapids. After graduation, Ponsetto plans to attend Olivet Nazarene University and study art history. Her long-range goal is to become a museum curator. Bethany Roberts is the daughter of Jeffrey and Joann Roberts of Hastings. In school, Roberts’ activities include cheerleading for four years and being named Most Spirited all four years, tennis for one year, wrestling manager for one year, musical for two years, and SSA Choir, concert choir, and Women’s Honors Choir. She also has participated in the school’s television production program for three years, Pride Club, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Her honors and awards include being elected to homecoming court, serving as the junior honor guard during graduation, being named student of the month as a junior and senior, and being named Most Memorable and “Bleeds Blue and Gold” for the Senior Academy Awards. After graduation, Roberts plans to attend Kellogg Community College before transferring to Grand Valley University to pursue a degree in communications and a career in media production for movies, television or radio. After the students received their recognition, Kalamazoo businessman and State Rep. Jase Bolger spoke to the students about the importance of following their dreams and making the best of the opportunities given them. “It’s really exciting for me to be here and talk to you,” he said. “As you sit today — where we all sat many years ago — with the world in front of you. I want to offer you congratulations for the things you have done and encouragement for the path in front of you. It is an exciting path. This just the beginning. You have unlimited options ... “Don’t limit yourself ... shoot for whatever you wish to be and dream big,” he added. “You have nothing but opportunity before you. Work hard with that opportunity. Don’t fear failure. While the details have been disputed, we’ve all heard the stories about Abraham Lincoln and what he went through in his life. Don’t let failure stop you. The definition of success is getting up one more time than you fall down ... “Take risks. Explore. Spread your wings. Try new things,” said Bolger. “And above all, have fun, enjoy your life, enjoy the people you are with. Don’t seek happiness — find happiness where you are ... give back to your community ... “Our future rests in your hands, it’s your turn to take the reins and give back ... love wholly and love completely because happiness is not what you get, it’s what you give ... I encourage you to seize your opportunities, enjoy the path you are on today, make every year a better year.” �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 6, 2010 — Page 9 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE TO CREDITORS Trust In the matter of Opal M. Rowley, Trust dated May 30, 1997. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Opal M. Rowley, born September 14, 1921, who lived at 1805 Starr School Road, Hastings, Michigan died March 13, 2010 leaving a certain trust under the name of Opal M. Rowley Trust, and dated May 30, 1997, wherein the decedent was the Settlor and Betty Roush was named as the trustee serving at the time or as a result of the decedents death. Creditors of the decedent and of the trust are notified that all claims against the decedent or against the trust will be forever barred unless presented to Betty Roush the named trustee at 500 Meadow Lane, Hastings, Michigan within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 4/23/2010 Robert L. Byington 222 West Apple Street, P.O. Box 248 Hastings, Michigan 49058 269-945-9557 Betty Roush 500 Meadow Lane 77545513 Hastings, Michigan 49058 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Matthew Schultz and Nicole Schultz, husband and wife as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Arbor Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated December 16, 2005, and recorded on January 3, 2006 in instrument 1158410, and modified by Affidavit or Order received by and recorded, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Nineteen And 26/100 Dollars ($144,019.26), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 375 feet of the East 850 feet of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 23, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545578 File #281531F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Frank Renegar and Grace A. Renegar aka Grace Renegar, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Bell Com Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated November 5, 2004, and recorded on November 18, 2004 in instrument 1137394, and assigned by mesne assignments to PHH Mortgage Corporation, a New Jersey Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand One Hundred Eighty And 69/100 Dollars ($120,180.69), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 19, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds East along the North line of said Section 660.00 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing South 89 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds East along said North line 330.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 25 minutes 58 seconds West parallel with the West line of said Section 330.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds West 330.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 25 minutes 58 seconds East 330.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545190 File #315896F01 Synopsis HASTINGS CHARTER TOWNSHIP Regular Meeting April 13, 2010 All Board members present; Comm. Gibson; 4 guests. Approved consent agenda. Received Treasurer’s Report. Adopted Resolution to begin eminent domain process. Approved expense of $10-$50 offer for right-ofways. Conducted Election Commission: appointed Neil, Day, Hilson, Stockham, White, and Cruttenden to work May 4 election. Paid outstanding bills. Meeting adjourned at 8:00. Submitted by: Bonnie L. Cruttenden, Clerk Attested to by: Jim Brown, Supervisor 77545609 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles Aspinall and Yvonne Aspinall, Husband and Wife, as Joint Tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 14, 2008, and recorded on February 25, 2008 in instrument 200802250001692, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-One And 21/100 Dollars ($170,551.21), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3 and 4, Block 2 of the Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 22. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545419 File #318599F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven J Vander Kam and Jeanine L Vander Kam husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fidelity Bank, Mortgagee, dated February 25, 2003, and recorded on March 19, 2003 in instrument 1100433, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Two And 74/100 Dollars ($113,392.74), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 13, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 200.00 feet of the North 605.00 feet of the West 300.00 feet of the East 382.00 feet of the Southeast 1/4, Section 19, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan; together with an easement for ingress and egress over the West 33.00 feet of the East 382.00 feet of the North 405.00 feet of said Southeast 1/4. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545110 File #298942F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles Wait and Jane E. Wait, married, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2006, and recorded on May 9, 2006 in instrument 1164322, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York as trustee for the benefit of the certificate holders CWABS, Inc. asset backed certificates series 2007-9 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Twenty-Two And 99/100 Dollars ($135,422.99), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 24, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hasting Township, Barry County, Michigan. Subject to all Conditions, limitations and easements of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545568 File #197579F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Chad A. Rabideau, unmarried and Sherry M. Pastenack aka Sherry M. Pasternack, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 13, 2006, and recorded on October 30, 2006 in instrument 1172085, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-One And 28/100 Dollars ($67,531.28), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 27, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 289, thence West 4 rods for place of beginning; thence North 8 rods; West 4 rods; South 8 rods; thence East 4 rods to the place of beginning, Original Plan of the Village (now City) of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545287 File #318002F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Linda Anaya and David Anaya, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated July 1, 2003, and recorded on July 8, 2003 in instrument 1108054, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Four Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Five And 10/100 Dollars ($84,225.10), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of the following described premises: Beginning 30 rods South of the Northeast corner of the Northwest quarter of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, for place of beginning, thence West 80 rods, thence South 10 rods, thence East 80 rods, thence North to the place of beginning. Subject to restrictions, reservations, easements, covenants, oil, gas or mineral rights of record, if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545590 File #234484F04 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kathleen J. Peterson and Larry W. Peterson, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 25, 2006, and recorded on August 2, 2006 in Liber 3017 on Page 377, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York as Successor to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. as Trustee for Holders of SAMI II Trust 2006-AR7 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Seven Hundred Seventeen And 93/100 Dollars ($329,717.93), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3 and the southwesterly 1/2 of Lot 2 of Spring Point Plat, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 70. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545604 File #247321F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Adam L. Miles, Unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Charter One Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 28, 2006, and recorded on October 13, 2006 in instrument 1171350, and rerecorded on March 17, 2004 in instrument 1123750, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-One Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Six And 69/100 Dollars ($81,896.69), including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 13, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 33 Feet of Lot 2 and the West 10 Feet of Lot 1 of Block 8 of Butler Addition to the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, according to the Recorded Plat thereof. Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot 1 of Block 8 of Butler's Addition to the City, Formerly Village of Hastings, Thence West 56 Feet, thence North 132 Feet, thence East 56 Feet, Thence South 132 Feet to the Place of Beginning, Being a Part of Lot 1, Block 8 of Butler's Addition to the City, Formerly Village of Hastings The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545092 File #315518F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bradley A Brownell and SuAnn M Brownell, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 8, 2004, and recorded on December 15, 2004 in instrument 1138741, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-Six And 81/100 Dollars ($150,376.81), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 109, Pine Haven Estates No. 4, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Document No. 1122672 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545385 File #305128F01 CITY OF HASTINGS PUBLIC NOTICE FIRE HYDRANT FLUSHING The Department of Public Services work crews will be flushing fire hydrants on Tuesday, May 18, 2010 and Wednesday, May 19, 2010. Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services 77545611 UPGRADING UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL SERVICE Historic Charlton Park is taking bids on upgrading underground electrical service to the church & gas & steam barn. Set 200 amp panel, supply 100 services to both buildings. Quote must contain material list and cost, trenching and labor cost. Submit written quote by May 14th, 2010. Historic Charlton Park 2545 S. Charlton Park Road Hastings, Michigan 49058 Attention: Tom Campbell To view the site and job scope, call Tom at 269-580-3003 or 269-945-3775 Village, Museum & Recreation Area 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings, MI 49058-8102 www.charltonpark.org 77545659 CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS PARKING LOT LAWN MOWING The City of Hastings, Michigan is soliciting sealed bids for lawn mowing and maintenance of its municipal parking lots for the 2010 and 2011 mowing seasons beginning July 1, 2010 and ending October 31, 2010, and beginning April 1, 2011 and ending June 30, 2011. Bid documents are available from the Office of the City Clerk. The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. Sealed bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 9:15 AM, on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Bids shall be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package – “SEALED BID – Parking Lot Mowing & Maintenance”. Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services 77545620 �Page 10 — Thursday, May 6, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN 56B District Court BARRY COUNTY PUBLICATION OF ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION FILE NO. 10-0434-LT Hastings City/Barry County Airport v William Panter TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS including: William Panter whose address(es) are unknown and whose interest in the matter may be barred or affected by the following: 5329 Mick Avenue SE, Kentwood, MI 49548-5815 TAKE NOTICE: A Summons, Complaint for and Notice to Quit were filed on March 9, 2010 in the 56B District Court, 206 West Court Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 before Judge Gary R. Holman 1. You are being sued in this court by the plaintiff to evict you from Brown Hangar Space N4,E1, West Airport Road, Hastings, Michigan 49058 and to recover money judgment. A hearing will be held on Wednesday, May 26, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. at 206 West Court Street, Hastings, Michigan before Judge Gary R. Holman for termination of tenancy. If you fail to appear at the hearing, a default judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint filed in this case. 2. A copy of this order shall be published once each week in the Hastings Banner for three consecutive weeks, and proof of publication shall be filed in this court. 3. A copy of this order shall be sent to WILLIAM PANTER at the last known address by registered mail, return receipt requested, before the date of the last publication, and the affidavit of mailing shall be filed with this court. Stephanie S. Fekkes P43549 Law, Weathers & Richardson, P.C. 800 Bridgewater Place 333 Bridge Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504-5320 77545345 (616) 459-1171 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott Owen and Christina M Owen, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 27, 2006, and recorded on April 5, 2006 in instrument 1162204, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S. Bank National Association, As Trustee For J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-CW2 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Nine Hundred Two And 67/100 Dollars ($105,902.67), including interest at 10% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 58 feet of Lot 1034, of the City (formerly Village) of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, Also part of Lots 1 and 2, Block 13, Eastern Addition to the City (formerly Village) of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, described as: Commencing on the Northwest corner of said Lot 1, Block 13; thence South 72 feet; thence East 4 rods; thence North 72 feet; thence West 4 rods to the place of beginning, except the East 3 rods and 2 feet thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545585 File #317484F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Marie E. Timmons, a single woman and Maryann L. Timmons, a single woman, as joint tenants, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 8, 2005 and recorded July 15, 2005 in Instrument Number 1149542, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee of the Residential Asset Securitization Trust 2005-A11CB, Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2005-K under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated September 1, 2005 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Six and 22/100 Dollars ($109,946.22) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MAY 20, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 16 and 17 of Block C of Pleasant Shores, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 59. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 22, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 225.1119 ASAP# 3534393 04/22/2010, 04/29/2010, 77545264 05/06/2010, 05/13/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark T. Keady, an unmarried man and Mandi B. Synder, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Cendant Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated May 20, 2004, and recorded on June 4, 2004 in instrument 1128784, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Six And 19/100 Dollars ($158,996.19), including interest at 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 19, Town 1 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at a point found by commencing at the South 1/4 post of said Section 19, and running thence with bearings referenced to the Michigan Plane Coordinate System-Zone South, North 88 Degrees 35 Minutes 39 Seconds West on the Section line 2227.81 feet; thence North 00 Degrees 49 Minutes 14 Seconds East, 330.0 feet to the Point of Beginning of this Description; thence North 00 Degrees 49 Minutes 14 Seconds East 227.49 feet; thence North 88 Degrees 35 Minutes 39 Seconds West, 582.17 feet to the Easterly Edge of Doster Road; thence along same around a curve to the left with Radius of 611.75 feet to the far end of a chord which bears South 14 Degrees 21 Minutes 32 Seconds East, 288.86 feet; thence South 88 Degrees 35 Minutes 39 Seconds East, 506.66 feet to the Beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545573 File #318549F01 CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS 2010/2011 HAND PATCHING HOT MIX ASPHALT PAVING The City of Hastings is accepting bids for hand patching of hot mix asphalt paving at various locations throughout the City of Hastings. Complete specifications are available at City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings. Questions may be addressed to Tim Girrbach, Director of Public Services, at 269.945.2468. Bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 until 9:30 AM on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to award the bid in a manner it believes to be in its own best interest, price and other factors considered. Perspective bidders will be required to provide satisfactory evidence of successful completion of work similar to that contained within the bid package to be considered eligible to perform this work. Contractors will also be required to provide proof of insurance in the amounts included in the bid package. All bids must be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package “Sealed Bid – 2010/2011 Hand Patching Hot Mix Asphalt Paving”. Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services 77545624 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jimmy B Rogers a/k/a Jimmi B Rogers, a Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 25, 2006, and recorded on October 17, 2006 in instrument 1171536, and rerecorded on November 15, 2006 in instrument 1172774, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Seven Hundred And 55/100 Dollars ($120,700.55), including interest at 9.8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of Lots 4 and 5 of Block 26 of Eastern Addition of the City, formerly Village of Hasting according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545196 File #310022F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Shane S. Courtney, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 28, 2006, and recorded on May 5, 2006 in instrument 1164110, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Two And 17/100 Dollars ($135,282.17), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 20: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 10, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 1400.50 feet along the North line of said Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 267.61 feet along said North line; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 251.21 feet; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 178.11 feet; thence North 30 degrees 20 minutes 04 seconds West 175.20 feet; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 58 seconds West 100.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545174 File #316040F01 CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS PARKS MOWING AND MAINTENANCE The City of Hastings, Michigan is soliciting sealed bids for lawn mowing and maintenance of its municipal parks and other areas for the 2010 and 2011 mowing seasons beginning July 1, 2010 and ending October 31, 2010, and beginning April 1, 2011 and ending June 30, 2011. Bid documents are available from The Office of the City Clerk. The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. Sealed bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 9:00 AM, on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Bids must be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package – “SEALED BID – Parks Mowing & Maintenance”. Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services 77545618 NOTICE OF BORROWER’S RIGHTS THIS NOTICE CONCERNS Margie M. Wood (“BORROWER”) REGARDING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1201 N Broadway Hastings MI 49058. THE BORROWER HAS THE RIGHT TO REQUEST A MEETING WITH INDEPENDENT BANK AND SHOULD CONTACT Coni B. AT 616.642.6111 TO SCHEDULE A MEETING IF DESIRED. THIS PERSON HAS THE AUTHORITY TO MAKE AGREEMENTS UNDER MCL 600.3205b AND MCL 600.3205c. THE BORROWER MAY CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR BY VISITING THE MSHDA WEBSITE (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/) OR BY CALLING THE MSHDA (1-866-946-7432). IF THE BORROWER REQUESTS A MEETING WITH THE PERSON DESIGNATED ABOVE WITHIN THE STATUTORY PERIOD, FORECLOSURE PROCEEDINGS WILL NOT BE COMMENCED UNTIL 90 DAYS AFTER THE DATE THAT NOTICE WAS MAILED TO THE BORROWER. IF THE BORROWER AND THE PERSON DESIGNATED ABOVE REACH AN AGREEMENT TO MODIFY THE BORROWER’S MORTGAGE LOAN, THE MORTGAGE WILL NOT BE FORECLOSED IF THE BORROWER ABIDES BY THE TERMS OF THE AGREEMENT. THE BORROWER HAS THE RIGHT TO CONTACT AN ATTORNEY. THE MICHIGAN STATE BAR ASSOCIATION LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE TELEPHONE NUMBER IS 1-800-9680738. 77545583 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Scott L. Averill, a married man and Melissa Averill, his wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for America`s Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated August 30, 2006, and recorded on September 6, 2006, as Document Number: 1169614, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for the HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2006-HE2 by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been submitted to the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Five Hundred Forty-Nine and 16/100 ($105,549.16) including interest at the rate of 9.05000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on June 3, 2010 Said premises are situated in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: LOT 134, MIDDLEVILLE DOWNS NO. 6 ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF IN LIBER 5 OF PLATS, PAGE 61. Commonly known as: 226 ROBIN RD The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: May 6, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for the HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2006-HE2 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 77545634 Case No. 10MI00871-1 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by STEVEN E. FORBES, whose address is 4168 Thornapple Hills Drive, Middleville, Michigan 49333, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, as Mortgagee, dated March 7, 2008, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Ionia and the State of Michigan, on March 14, 2008, in Instrument No. 20080314-0002379 as to the parcel below. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses, the sum of $225,972.42 with interest at the rate of 6.25%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgages, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse Mail Lobby on the 10th day of June, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 6.25%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorneys fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, to-wit: UNIT 9 OF THE THORNAPPLE HILLS SITE CONDOMINIUM, A CONDOMINIUM ESTABLISHED BY MASTER DEED RECORDED IN LIBER 560, PAGE 416, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND BEING DESIGNATED AS BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 5, AS AMENDED, WITH RIGHTS IN THE GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN THE MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF THE PUBLIC ACTS OF MICHIGAN OF 1978, AS AMENDED, THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. P.P.#: 08-14-023-007-09 Commonly known as 4168 Thornapple Hills Drive, Middleville, Michigan 49333. The period of redemption will be six months from the date of sale, or if the premises are deemed to be abandoned, then the redemption period shall be thirty days from the date of sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 Union Bank of Lake Odessa DRAFTED BY: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 By: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) 77545428 Attorney for Union Bank PUBLIC NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: Fifth Third MortgageMI, LLC has stipulated to commission of loan fraud relative to mortgage on real property known as 12747 Whispering Pines Dr. #1 Wayland, MI 49348; also known as Whispering Pines Condominiums Subdivision Plan #46, Lt.1, and in so doing has stipulated to: 1) forfeiture of all equitable interest in said property; 2) cancellation of related loan and security agreement; 3) revocation of any power of attorney including assignments; and 4) removal of trustee relative to the constructive trust created by 5) said loan and security agreement. Paul D. and Kathleen Anderson are the only real parties in interest, authorized to convey title. Any representation by Trott & Trott on behalf of Fifth Third Mortgage to the contrary is not withstanding. 77545595 5/3/10 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Kenneth Coulter, an unmarried man to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Novastar Mortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated February 15, 2007, and recorded on August 13, 2007, as Document Number: 200708140000878, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, As Trustee for the Registered Holders of Novastar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2007-2 Novastar Home Equity Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-2 by an Assignment of Mortgage dated November 03, 2009 and recorded November 10, 2009 by Document Number: 200911100010947, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Four Thousand One Hundred Forty-Three and 10/100 ($74,143.10) including interest at the rate of 9.80000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on May 27, 2010 Said premises are situated in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a Point on the West line of Section 5, Towns 3 North, ranges 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North, 1085 Feet from the West 1/4 Corner of said Section 4; thence East 300 Feet; thence North 49 Feet; thence West 143.5 Feet; thence North 6.13 Feet; thence West 40 Feet; thence North 12.7 Feet; thence West 116.5 Feet to said West Section line; thence South to the Point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes for North M-43 Highway, and any other easements or restrictions of record. Commonly known as: 1702 N M 43 Highway The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: April 29, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, As Trustee for the Registered Holders of Novastar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2007-2 Novastar Home Equity Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-2 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 Case No. 10OMI00326-1 ASAP# 3544322 04/29/2010, 05/06/2010, 77545320 05/13/2010, 05/20/2010 FORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Thomas Patrick Lyons, a single man of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, successor in interest to Washington Mutual Bank, successor in interest to Long Beach Mortgage Company dated the 27th day of October, A.D. 2004, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 29th day of October, A.D. 2004, in instrument No. 1136327 of Barry Records, which said mortgage was assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 20051, thru mesne assignments, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $102,516.21 (one hundred two thousand five hundred sixteen and 21/100) plus accrued interest at 5.50% (five point five zero) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 13th day of May, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Maple Grove, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Township of Maple Grove, County of Barry, Michigan: Commencing 260 feet South of the 1/8 post on the West line of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 31, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, for the point of beginning; thence East 26 rods; thence North 12 rods; thence West 26 rods; thence South 12 rods to the point of beginning. Commonly known as: 9745 North Avenue Parcel Number 10-031-130-00 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 15, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77545120 WWR# 10034706 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 6, 2010 — Page 11 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicholas F. Deweerd, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2003, and recorded on July 15, 2003 in instrument 1108594, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-One Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Eight And 49/100 Dollars ($91,688.49), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northwest corner of Section 22; thence East 8 rods for place of beginning; thence South 160 feet; thence West 60 feet; thence North 160 feet; thence East to beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545214 File #316549F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN 56B JUDICIAL DISTRICT SUMMONS Landlord-Tenant/Land Contract CASE NO. 10-0542 SP Land contract forfeiture Court Address 206 WEST COURT STREET, SUITE 202, HASTINGS, MI 49058 Court Telephone No. (269) 945-1404 Plaintiff THE RAYMOND F. VILLAIRE TRUST, MICHAEL VILLAIRE, TRUSTEE 2041 E. SQUARE LAKE RD., SUITE 100 TROY, MI 48085 (248) 644-3600 Plaintiff’s attorney NEAL J. BARNETT P-42777 2041 E. SQUARE LAKE RD., SUITE 100 TROY, MI 48085 (248) 644-3600 v Defendant’s LEONARD GRAFF 8249 GUERNSEY LAKE RD. DELTON, MI 49046 (LAST KNOWN ADDRESS, NO KNOWN CURRENT ADDRESS) NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANT: In the name of the people of the State of Michigan you are notified: 1. The plaintiff has filed a complaint against you and wants to recover possession, after land contract forfeiture, of 5372 Guernsey Lake Rd., Delton, MI 49046. 2. You are summoned to be in the district court on WEDNESDAY, MAY 26, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. at the address above. 3. You have the right to a jury trial. If you do not demand a jury trial and pay the required jury fee in your first defense response, you will lose this right. 4. If you are in district court on time, you will have an opportunity to give the reasons why you feel you should not be evicted. Bring witnesses, receipts, and other necessary papers with you. 5. If you are not in district court on time, you may be evicted without a trial and a money judgment may be entered against you. Dated issued: 03-29-10 KATHY HOLMAN, Court Clerk By: Cindy White 06713515 MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Notice is hereby given that Default has occurred in a Mortgage given by Zackery T. Coenen to the United States of America, acting through the Rural Housing Service or successor agency, United States Department of Agriculture. The Mortgage is dated June 4, 2008 and was recorded on June 5, 2008 in Instrument No. 20080606-0005957 of the Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt which is now Eighty Three Thousand Five Hundred Sixty Eight and 71/100 ($83,568.71) Dollars. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by selling the property described below at a public auction to the highest bidder. The sale will be held on June 17, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan which is the location of the Barry County Circuit Court. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, including interest at the rate of 5.375% per year, legal costs, attorney fees and any taxes or insurance which may be paid by the mortgagee before the sale. The property to be sold is located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan and is more specifically described in the Mortgage as: The North 1/2 of Lot 3 and all of Lot 7, Block 22, THE EASTERN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber A of Plats, Page 2, Barry County Records. The redemption period will expire thirty (30) days from the date of the sale unless a notice is received pursuant to MCL §600.3241a(1)(C) in which case the redemption period will expire six (6) months from the date of the sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ACTING THROUGH THE RURAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, F/K/A THE RURAL HOUSING SERVICE, OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE PREPARED BY: JOHN R. TUCKER, P37348 WINEGARDEN, HALEY, LINDHOLM & ROBERTSON, P.L.C. G-9460 S. SAGINAW STREET, SUITE A GRAND BLANC, MI 48439 77545628 (810) 767-3600 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jay S. Veltman and Jennifer Veltman, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Byron Center State Bank Michigan Banking Corporation, Mortgagee, dated the 6th day of May, 2004 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 13th day of May, 2004 in Liber Document No. 1127544 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Two Hundred Thirty Three Thousand Three Hundred Seventy One & 79/100 ($233,371.79), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 27th day of May, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 5.3750% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 50, Sunrise Shore No. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of plats, Page 98, Berry County Records During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 4/29/2010 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77545313 WAMU FNMA Veltman No injuries reported in truck accident Paramedics from Mercy Ambulance help a victim after an automobile accident Monday evening on Broadway, near the intersection of State Road. According to Hastings Police Chief Jerry Sarver, John Mantle of Hastings was southbound on Broadway when he left the road on the west side and struck a stone pillar near the Broadway bridge. Sarver said no injuries were reported, and the cause of the accident is unknown. LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN 56B JUDICIAL DISTRICT COMPLAINT FOR POSSESSION AFTER LAND CONTRACT FORFEITURE CASE NO. 10-0542SP Land contract forfeiture Court Address 206 WEST COURT STREET, SUITE 202, HASTINGS, MI 49058 Court Telephone No. (269) 945-1404 Plaintiff THE RAYMOND F. VILLAIRE TRUST, MICHAEL VILLAIRE, TRUSTEE 2041 E. SQUARE LAKE RD., SUITE 100 TROY, MI 48085 (248) 644-3600 Plaintiff’s attorney NEAL J. BARNETT P-42777 2041 E. SQUARE LAKE RD., SUITE 100 TROY, MI 48085 (248) 644-3600 v Defendant’s LEONARD GRAFF 8249 GUERNSEY LAKE RD. DELTON, MI 49046 (LAST KNOWN ADDRESS, NO KNOWN CURRENT ADDRESS) The plaintiff states: 1. Attached to this complaint is a copy of the land contract and a copy of the forfeiture notice showing when and how it was served. 2. The plaintiff is the seller and the defendant is the purchaser in a certain land contract described in the attached forfeiture notice and is in possession of the land described in the notice. 3. The plaintiff has a right to recover possession of the property for: Nonpayment of money required to be paid under the contract: a. Original selling price $50,000.00. b. Principal balance due $40,000.00. c. Total amount in arrears $44,048.00. d. Last payment 10/15/2008. e. Interest at 7% paid to 10/15/2008. Material breach of contract in violation of the terms of the contract as follows: THE PARTIES ENTERED INTO A FIVE YEAR LAND CONTRACT ON 5/17/07. DEFENDANT HAS NOT PROVIDED PAYMENT ON THE LAND CONTRACT SINCE OCTOBER 2008. HE HAS ABANDONED THE PROPERTY AND DID NOT LEAVE A FORWARDING ADDRESS. ATTEMPTS TO CONTACT HIM HAVE BEEN UNSUCCESSFUL. 4. The land contract was forfeited in accordance with the terms of the land contract. 5. The plaintiff asks for a judgment of possession and costs and asks the court to issue an eviction order according to law. There is no other pending or resolved civil action arising out of the same transaction or occurrence alleged in this complaint. Date: Mach 24, 2010 Plaintiff/Attorney Signature 06713529 Neal J. Barnett NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by PAUL GARZA, a single man, and KRISTA FELECCIA a/k/a KRISTA A. FELECCIA a/k/a KRISTA ANN TUBBS, a single woman (collectively, "Mortgagor"), to GREENSTONE FARM CREDIT SERVICES, FLCA, a federally chartered corporation, having an office at 1760 Abbey Road, Suite 200, East Lansing, Michigan 48823 (the "Mortgagee"), dated May 25, 2007, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on May 31, 2007, as Instrument No. 1181185 (the "Mortgage"). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of One Hundred Forty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Nine and 48/100 Dollars ($145,969.48). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public venue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 3rd day of June, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Assyria, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: he North 60 acres of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 12, T1N, R7W, Assyria Township, Barry County, Michigan, EXCEPT: Commencing at the East 1/4 post for place of beginning; thence South 417.5 feet; thence West 417.5 feet; thence North 417.5 feet; thence East 417.5 feet to the place of beginning. Together with all fixtures, tenements, hereditaments, and appurtenances belonging or in any way appertaining to the premises. Commonly known as: vacant land on Curtis Road, Bellevue, Michigan 49021 P.P. #08-01-012-010-00 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be one (1) year from the date of sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 GREENSTONE FARM CREDIT SERVICES, FLCA Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77545599 1781848-1 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Zachary T. Moore, a married man and Tealy E. Moore, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 25, 2005 and recorded June 6, 2005 in Instrument Number 1147636, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by First Horizon Home Loans, a division of First Tennessee Bank National Association by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Five and 20/100 Dollars ($79,405.20) including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MAY 27, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1134 and the West three quarters of Lot 1135 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 29, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 238.8056 ASAP# 3545011 04/29/2010, 77545332 05/06/2010, 05/13/2010, 05/20/2010 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Brian R. Harris 14188 Wing Road Bellevue, MI 49021 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: May 6, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 200.6352 ASAP# 3549822 05/06/2010 775t45417 CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS 2010/2011 SIDEWALK & CURB & GUTTER REPLACEMENT PROGRAM The City of Hastings, Michigan is soliciting bids for its annual concrete sidewalk and curb and gutter repair and replacement program. This work is bid on a unit price basis with payment based on field measured-in-place quantities. Complete specifications are available at City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings. Questions may be addressed to Tim Girrbach, Director of Public Services, at 269.945.2468. Bids will be received at the office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan until 9:45 AM on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. Prospective bidders will be required to provide satisfactory evidence of successful completion of work similar to that contained within the bid package to be considered eligible to perform this work. Contractors will also be required to provide proof of insurance in the amounts included in the bid package. All bids must be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package “Sealed Bid – 2010/2011 Sidewalk and Curb and Gutter.” Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services 77545616 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has occurred in a Mortgage made Jay T. Dowdle and Laura E. Dowdle to Omni Family Credit Union nka Omni Community Credit Union dated November 1, 2004, and recorded on November 9, 2004 at Document No. 1136959 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $118,556.67. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on May 13, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East entrance, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 5.25% per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan Law. The property to be sold is described as: Located in the Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan: A parcel of land located in the NW 1/4 of S33, T1N, R7W more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the W 1/4 post of S33, T1N, R7W; thence N 89 degrees 25’ 14” E along the E and W 1/4 line of said Section 33, 852.39 feet to the point of beginning of this description; thence N 00 degrees 31’ 11” W 651.01 feet; thence N 89 degrees 25’ 14” E 470.48 feet to the W line of the E 1/2 of the NW 1/4 of said Section 33; thence S 00 degrees 32’ 34” E 651.01 feet to said E and W 1/4 line of said Section 33; thence S 89 degrees 25’ 14” W along said E and W 1/4 line of said Section 33, 470.73 feet to the point of beginning. Which has the address of: 7087 Huff Rd., Bellevue, MI 49021-8203. During the one year immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241(a), in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Dated: March 12, 2010 Omnit Community Credit Union By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) BUSINESS ADDRESS: 6146 W. Main St., Ste. C, 77545105 Kalamazoo, MI 49009 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Kathy L. Joppie and Steven L. Joppie, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 2630 Hager Rd, Nashville, MI 49073-9600. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from April 30, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after April 30, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77545382 File # 322324F01 CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS 2010/2011 TREE TRIMMING AND REMOVAL PROGRAM The City of Hastings is soliciting bids for its annual tree trimming and removal program. Bid proposal forms and specifications are available at the address listed below. The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. Sealed bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. All bids shall be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package “Sealed Bid - 2010/2011 Tree Trimming and Removal”. Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services 77545622 �Page 12 — Thursday, May 6, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William K. Hola, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 6, 2002, and recorded on December 18, 2002 in instrument 1094008, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand One Hundred Eighty And 35/100 Dollars ($72,180.35), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 7, Block C, Cha's H. Bauer Addition, according to the recorded Plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 57. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545208 File #293388F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David Lee LaFountaine, a Married Man and Sandra J LaFountaine, original mortgagor(s), to The Provident Bank doing business as PCFS Mortgage Resources, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2004, and recorded on July 13, 2004 in instrument 1130754, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Amortizing Residential Collateral Trust, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-1 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Three Thousand One Hundred Forty-Five And 89/100 Dollars ($223,145.89), including interest at 9.115% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 13, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North and South 1/4 line of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 985 Feet from the Center 1/4 corner of said section, and running thence North 343 Feet to the Northwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 17; thence East 250 Feet along the North 1/8 line of said Section 17; thence South 343 Feet, thence West 250 Feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545115 File #315921F01 Call 945-9554 any time for classified ads NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on October 10, 2007, by Joel R. Butler, a single man, and Brandi Lyn Raymond, a single woman, as Mortgagors, to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, and which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on October 10, 2007, in Instrument No. 200710100002929 [the “Mortgage”], on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of One Hundred Fifty Two Thousand Two Hundred Sixteen and 72/100 Dollars ($152,216.72), as of April 21, 2010, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, June 3, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in the County of Barry, and State of Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: THE SOUTH 640 FEET OF THE EAST 1362 FEET OF THE NORTH ONE-HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF SECTION 24, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, BALTIMORE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. Commonly known as 7650 North Avenue, Hastings, Michigan. Mortgagee has taken steps to have the property described herein determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241. Therefore, the length of the redemption period will be one (1) month from the date of the sale, unless steps set forth in the statute are taken to challenge the abandonment. Dated: May 6, 2010 MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77545643 17,949,848.1\105064-00207 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CYNTHIA EARL, A SINGLE WOMAN and RAYMOND C. SMITH, SR., A MARRIED MAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated February 27, 2006, and recorded on March 1, 2006, in Document No. 1160695, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand Thirty-Two Dollars and Sixteen Cents ($119,032.16), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on May 27, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN THE SOUTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 9, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, HOPE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTH 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 9, THENCE NORTH 03 DEGREES 06 MINUTES 51 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE NORTH AND SOUTH 1 / 4 LINE OF SAID SECTION, 1330.39 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING NORTH 03 DEGREES 06 MINUTES 51 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID NORTH AND SOUTH 1 / 4 LINE, 284.81 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 11 SECONDS EAST, 2652.34 FEET TO THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH 03 DEGREES 08 MINUTES 39 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID SECTION LINE, 416.81 FEET; THENCE NORTH 86 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 02 SECONDS WEST, 2648.61 FEET TO SAID NORTH AND SOUTH 1 / 4 LINE AND THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 26, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 77545351 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Kevin J. Tava and Jeannie Tava, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS), Mortgagee, dated the 8th day of March, 2005 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 23rd day of August, 2005 in Liber Instrument No. 1143105 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty Eight Thousand Three Hundred Seventy Six & 61/100 ($128376.61), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 13th day of May, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 10.250% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: LOT 10, MARKET STREET PLAT, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 5, PAGE 89 OF PLATS, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 4/15/2010 THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 Mortgagee ____________________________________ AMENDED NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by THERON K. CARTER and PAMELA F. CARTER, whose address is 5777 W. Crane Road, Middleville, MI 49333, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, on December 22, 2006 and recorded on Document #1174658 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses the sum of $41,644.42 with interest at the rate of 7.50%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgages, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse, County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on the 10th day of June, at 1:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 7.50%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorneys fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, to wit: THAT PART OF THE S 1/2, SW 1/4, SECTION 17, T4N, R9W, IRVING TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTH 1/4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE 89º54’09” W 1002.0 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LONE OF SAID SECTION TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE S 89º54’09” W 380.62 FEET: THENCE N 00º05’51” W 408.37 FEET; THENCE N 89º54’09” E 70.46 FEET; THENCE N 00º10’33” W 530.84 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE E 1/2 OF THE SAID S 1/2 SW 1/4; THENCE N 89º56’45” E 552.81 FEET ALONG THE S LINE OF THE NORTH 378 FEET OF SAID S 1/2 SW 1/4; THENCE S 00º09’47” EAST 497.79 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE EAST 759 FEET OF SAID S 1/2, SW 1/4; THENCE S 89º54’09” W 145.68 FEET; THENCE S 52º13’24” W 67.79 FEET; THENCE S 21º27’01” W 123.76 FEET; THENCE S 00º33’33” E 284.46 FEET TO PLACE OF BEGINNING. Commonly known as: 5777 W. Crane Road, Middleville, MI 49333 Property Tax Identification No. 08-08-017-00450. The period of redemption will be twelve (12) months from the date of sale. Dated: May 4, 2010 Union Bank of Lake Odessa DRAFTED BY: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 BY: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) 77545648 Attorney for Union Bank FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES,SERIES 2005-4 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77545086 DLN Tava See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing, passport photos, and more! PRINTING P L U S 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. Located in the gray barn Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Esther Stanley and Jerry Ralph Stanley aka Jerry R Stanley, wife and husband as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2006, and recorded on November 21, 2006 in instrument 1173012, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand One Hundred Sixty-Two And 79/100 Dollars ($225,162.79), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 27, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 14, Prairie Ridge Estates, a site condominium according to the Master Deed recorded in Instrument No. 1121448 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 34, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545327 File #318188F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark C Penord, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 6, 2007, and recorded on February 9, 2007 in instrument 1176231, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York, as Trustee for the holders of the Certificates, First Horizon Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series FH07FA2, by First Horizon Home Loans, a division of First Tennessee Bank National Association, Master Servicer, in its capacity as agent for the Trustee under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred One Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Three And 65/100 Dollars ($101,983.65), including interest at 8.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 49 1/2 feet of Lot 638 and the East 3 1/2 feet of Lot 637 of the Village, now City, Hastings according to the plat thereof recorded in Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545202 File #320793F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on March 14, 2008 by Warren A. Kidder, as Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on March 20, 2008 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 20080320-0003152. The Mortgage was modified by a Note/Mortgage Modification Agreement dated November 28, 2008 and recorded in Instrument Number 20081203-0011514 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Forty Five Thousand Four Hundred Sixty and 84/100 Dollars ($45,460.84), including interest at 7% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, May 27, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Orangeville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, said point lies approximately 29.2 feet South and 11.2 feet east of the Southeast corner of Allen’s Acres, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 58 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan; thence North 89 degrees 15' 25" West, 1307.88 feet along the South line of said Section 34; thence South 00 degrees 15' 56" West 431.28 feet along the West line of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, to the true place of beginning; thence continuing South 00 degrees 15' 56" West, 708.84 feet; thence South 89 degrees 22' 19" East, along the South line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, 518.89 feet to the centerline of Norris Road; thence North 12 degrees 38' 20" East, along said centerline, 655.74 feet; thence North 10 degrees 26' 58" East, along said centerline 19.63 feet; thence North 89 degrees 11' 18" West, 170.93 feet; thence North 01 degrees 54' 39" East, 46.57 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15' 25" West, 493.30 feet to the place of beginning. Together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land described as commencing at said Southeast corner of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North 89 degrees 15' 25" West, along the South line of said Section 34, 864.22 feet; thence South 01 degrees 31' 11" West, 229.64 feet; thence South 87 degrees 54' 33" East 62.19 feet; thence South 01 degrees 54' 39" West, 57.86 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing South 01 degrees 54’ 29” West, 175.38 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15’ 25” West 15.00 feet; thence North 01 degrees 54’ 39” East, 160.38 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15’ 25” West 112.70 feet; thence North 01 degrees 54’ 39” East, 15.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 15' 25" East 127.81 feet to the place of beginning. Also together with and subject to the rights of the public over the Easterly 33 feet thereof as used for Norris Road. More commonly known as 4160 Norris Road, Delton, Michigan The redemption period shall be one year from the date of the sale unless the property is deemed abandoned under MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty days from the date of sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank Dated: April 20, 2010 By: /s/ Rachel J. Foster Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 06713499 269-226-2982 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rhonda S Alvarado, an unmarried woman, and Todd Mackie, an unmarried man as joint tenants with full rights of survivorship, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 6, 2002, and recorded on September 10, 2002 in instrument 1087213, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Forty-Three And 78/100 Dollars ($144,043.78), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: Lot 37 and 47, Eagle Point No. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 16. Also: Commencing at the South-West Corner of Lot 37 of the Plat of Eagle Point No. 2; running thence South 15 feet; thence East 91 feet; thence North 15 feet; thence West along the South line of said Lot 37 to place of beginning. Also: Commencing at the South-West corner of Lot 47 of the plat of Eagle Point No. 2; running thence South 15 feet; thence East 60 feet; thence North 15 feet to the Southeast corner of said Lot 47; thence West along the South line of said Lot 47 to place of beginning. Also: Beginning at the North-East corner of Lot 47; running thence East 20 feet; thence South 4 degrees West 65 feet; thence West 20 feet; thence North 4 degrees east along the East line of said Lot 47, 65 feet to the place of beginning. Also Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 37 of the plat of Eagle Point No. 2; thence South 15 feet for place of beginning thence South 5 feet; thence East 91 feet; thence North 5 feet; thence West to the place of beginning. Also: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 47 of the plat of Eagle Point No. 2; thence South 15 feet for the place of beginning thence South 5 feet; thence East 80 feet; thence North 5 feet; thence West 80 feet to the place of beginning. Also, granting a non-exclusive easement for Right-of-Way over a strip of land 5 feet North and South by 20 feet East and West, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 304, Page 65 of Deeds. Parcel 2; Also that part of Lot 36 of the Plat of Eagle Point No. 2, according to the recorded put thereof in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 16 lying between Lot 37 of Eagle Point No.2 and Jordan Lake, described as Beginning at the Southwest corner of Lot 37 of said Eagle Point No. 2; thence Westerly along the Westerly projection of the Southerly line of said Lot 37 to the shore of Jordan Lake; thence Northerly along said shore to its intersection with the Westerly projection of the Northerly line of said Lot 37 of Eagle Point No, 2; thence Easterly to the Northwest corner of said Lot 37 of Eagle Point No. 2; thence Southerly along the Westerly line of said Lot 37, the same being the Easterly line of said Lot 36, to the place of beginning. `The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545220 File #320804F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 6, 2010 — Page 13 Substance abuse task force holds town hall meeting by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force hosted a town-hall type meeting in the community room of Hastings Public Library Monday, May 3. The topic of the night’s discussion was prevention of underage drinking. Lani Forbes, director of Barry County United Way, Hastings Police Chief Jerry Sarver and Pietro Semifero, from the Michigan State Police Office of Highway Safety Planning were there to answer questions from parents, teens and other members of the community. Members of the 2010 Youth Leadership Summit, State Rep. Brian Calley, Liz Lenz, coordinator of the task force, and members of the Barry County Substance Abuse Prevention Services also were on hand to discuss and provide information about a variety of programs being offered in the area to prevent underage substance abuse. Lenz said that teens who participated in the 2010 Youth Leadership Summit were planning a variety of events to promote substance abuse prevention in their schools, such as assemblies “As parents, just talking to our kids — just by saying drinking and driving or underage drinking is something I hope you will choose not to do — that is a huge protective factor.” Liz Lenz and mock accidents. “How many times, when we were young people, were we told what to do by adults because they thought it was the right thing to do ... and they planned it for us and they did it,” said Lenz. “But, this is something unique because these young people planned the events, they took the information, they put the tools in their tool kits and they used their tools to do something.” Mark Zimmerman, a school-based prevention POLICE BEAT Tractor tipping sends future farmer to hospital A Lakewood High School student received minor injuries after the tractor he was driving in a circle at a high idle tipped over. The tractor landed on the driver but was lifted off by bystanders. The 18-year-old driver was able to get up after the tractor and was transported to the hospital. The accident occurred around 9:30 a.m. Friday, April 30, during FFA Week at the school. No license, no insurance lead to jail Diandra Marie Jones, 23, of Grand Rapids found herself in handcuffs after a Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy discovered she was driving with a suspended license. On April 28, the deputy issued Jones citations for the suspended license, driving 60 miles per hour in a 55-mph zone and having expired insurance. She was lodged at the Barry County Jail without incident with a $100 cash surety bond. Storage units burglarized Hastings Police are investigating the breaking an entering of several storage units at State Street Storage, 817 E. State St. The owner discovered the break-ins April 28 during a security check of the buildings. At least four units were entered after locks had been compromised to gain entry. Only two of the units had property missing. The remaining units that had been entered did not appear to have missing property. Bathing bandits make off with planter A bathtub full of soil and planted flowers was emptied and then stolen from a yard on Banfield Road April 26. The contents of the white washing station were dumped in the yard, and Barry County Sheriff’s Deputies speculated the metal tub could have been stolen to be turned in for scrap. Patience is a virtue, yelling is not Hastings Police were flagged down by a motorist who reported a subject having difficulty walking near the intersection of North Michigan Avenue and Thorn Street. The individual was identified by officers as Ronald Barton, 43, from Hastings. The officer noted that Barton was “extremely intoxicated,” could barely stand up and suggested that Barton contact someone to pick him up. While waiting for a ride, Barton became angry at some neighbors in the area and began yelling at them. The officer cautioned Barton to remain calm, and Barton then took his aggressions out on the officer who placed him under arrest for disorderly conduct. Barton was transported and lodged at the Barry County Jail where, during the booking process, he was found have a blood alcohol level of .28 percent. Area teens involved in assault and theft Hastings Police have identified three area teens suspected of entering an acquaintance’s apartment uninvited during the early Monday, May 3. Officers responded to the apartment in the 500 block of East Green Street at 4:40 a.m. The 17-year-old victim told police the three teens entered without his permission after they knocked on his door, and a fight ensued. After the fight, the victim discovered that his wallet, cell phone and iPod were missing. Officers were unable to locate the suspects at the time of the complaint. The investigation is ongoing. COURT NEWS Christopher John Bombich, 45, of Delton will spend 26 to 60 months in prison after pleading guilty to operating under the influence of liquor, third offense. On April 28, Judge James Fisher, in 5th circuit court, also sentenced Bombich to 36 days in jail on each of two counts of domestic violence and one count of fleeing police, fourth offense. He also was assessed $500 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $227 state minimum costs. The county prosecutor’s office dropped charges of fleeing a police officer, fourth offense, vehicle code; assaulting, resisting and/or obstructing a police officer; operating with a suspended, revoked or denied license and habitual offender notice. Bombich was found to be operating a vehicle under the influence on Kellogg School Road March 24 and, according to court papers, he failed to pull over for a police officer. Jamie Morris Penrose, 44, of Hastings pleaded guilty to one count of domestic violence, third offense. On April 30, Judge Fisher sentenced Penrose to six months in jail and 24 months of probation in relation to the Feb. 22 incident. He also must pay $1,000 in court costs, $240 in probation fees, $60 crime victim rights and $68 state minimum costs. One count of aggravated domestic assault with prior convictions was not pursued by prosecution. The 60 days of the jail sentence may be suspended upon payment of $1,128. Jacob Josiah Scott, 26, of Hastings pleaded guilty to 60 days in jail for assaulting, resisting and/or obstructing a police officer and 30 days for operating while impaired on Jan. 1. Charges of fleeing from a police officer and operating with the presence of a controlled substance were dropped in a plea agreement. Scott also must pay $500 court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $930 in restitution, $240 probation fees and $121 state minimum costs. He also was sentenced to 24 months of probation. The balance of the jail sentence may be suspended upon payment of $1,000. Panelists and presenters at the first Barry County Substance Abuse Prevention Task Force town hall meeting are (from left) Liz Lenz, Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force; State Rep. Brian Calley; Pietro Semifero, Office of Highway Safety Planning; Stacey Graham, Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force; Cindy Bigler, Pennock Hospital; Lani Forbes, Barry County United Way; and Chief Jerry Sarver, Hastings City Police. tion. However, she said that most retailers are very responsive to customer concerns and that if enough customers don’t like the way merchandise is being displayed, they will change it. Sarver said that the way alcohol is marketed an advertised is often a bigger problem than how it is displayed in stores. “Any of you familiar with the term alcopops?” he asked. “Alco-pops hit the stands maybe three years. You know that teenagers love energy drinks. The alcohol manufacturers decided that they might be able to encourage consumption of their product by making cans that typically almost mirrored the appearance of some of those energy drinks. There was enough protest that a lot of that stuff has been taken off the stands; but, it wasn’t without a lot of criticism and letter writing ... A lot of things have been taken off the stands but if you don’t watch it closely, it will be coming back.” Lenz said that the biggest factor in preventing inappropriate behavior in teens is talking to them. “So, as parents just talking to our kids, our kids’ friends, our nieces and nephews, and other young people — just by saying drinking and driving or underage drinking is something I hope you will choose not to do — that is a huge protective factor,” she said “The research is out there. Just by talking and being open and honest that you don’t want them to do this, that the world is hard on mistakes and the mistake of underage drinking can impact you and others for a lifetime, can be a preventative factor.” A man in the audience asked if the Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force was aware of what other communities were doing to prevent underage drinking. Lenz replied that in order to continue to receive the Drug-Free Communities Grant, they had to collect data to show that the group’s activities have had an impact on underage substance abuse. “Because of the grant, we have traveled to Washington, D.C., a couple of times ... we attended a training session in Mississippi with 20 other coalitions and you can bet the idea sharing is big,” she said. “We’re always working with other groups in Michigan and out of Michigan to find out what they are doing and how it is working. “Our community is unique to us. We know Barry County. 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The Oct. 7, 2009, incident resulted in Judge Fisher sentencing Dingman to 12 months in jail and 36 months of probation. He also must pay $200 court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $777 restitution, $360 probation fees and $500 drug court fund. A second count of breaking and entering with intent, one count of possessing marijuana and a habitual offender notice were dismissed by the prosecution. specialist for the Barry County Substance Abuse Prevention Services, talked about the community education program called MIP (Minor in Possession) Diversion. “It’s a really good opportunity that we have here in Barry County. It is something that is available statewide, but all the counties don’t take advantage of it, for whatever reason,” said Zimmerman. “Thanks to the prosecutor’s office, thanks to the 56B District Court and the Substance Abuse Task Force kind of pushing for this, we were able to pilot this program. We have run five or six successful classes so far.” The program is a four-hour class for people between the ages of 17 and 20, who have had an alcohol-related offense. “It is an educational opportunity,” Zimmerman said. “For a long time, with MIP offenses, ... basically the state would say, ‘You’re bad kids. Let’s slap you on the wrist and we’ll probably fine your parents $100, let them pay for that, maybe take your license away and then send you back out and do your activities again.’ There was never an opportunity to teach these kids ... and have them spread the word to their friends. “As of February, we’ve had 48 kids who have qualified, chosen, to take the MIP Diversion class — 47 of them successfully,” he added. “Here’s a chance for us to spread the word to these kids and say, ‘Here’s a second chance for you. Here’s a chance to learn about alcohol, what it does to the body, especially what it does to a younger person’s body.’” The program also covers the legal ramifications of underage drinking but, it is primarily a chance for young people to learn and a chance for them to make changes in their behavior, he said. “It is an opportunity for them to learn that it is about more than going out and having a good time with their buddies and that are a lot of people who are dying, unfortunately, every day,” said Zimmerman. “Not just because of the traffic crashes that we think of right away; but, there are a lot of different reasons that kids are getting into all different kinds of accidents and making these choices. “My goal, when I am teaching this class, is to provide some good information and hopefully, changing those 12 or so individuals that are in that particular class, changing their minds about some things,” he said. “But, also I figure those 12 kids know at least 12 other kids who know at least 12 other kids and they can spread the word and say, ‘Hey, this is what I learned.’ It gives us a chance to start where the problem is with underage drinking. We can stand up here and talk, but the key is, when they hear it from their peers, when they hear it from their friends, and that’s when the message gets heard, that’s when kids start making changes.” Lenz noted that in every high school in Barry County, a parent group offers some type of safe graduation party. “Our challenge, as members of the community, is to go a little bit further,” she said, adding that this summer the task force would be focusing on parents and other adults who provide alcohol for minors with a program called, “Parents Who Host Lose The Most.” “We need to, as a community, let it be known that just providing a venue, or providing access to alcohol can carry civil liabilities,” she said. Lenz asked the panel to identify the one thing they thought was the most important to preventing underage drinking. Sarver replied that knowledge was the key to prevention. “We really hope that by giving you this information that you don’t’ have to learn from experience,” he said. “We hope that you never have to experience a traumatic incident that is alcohol-related and incidentally didn’t have to happen.” Sarver said young people gather information about alcohol from television, movies, their parents and their peers. “I’m a firm believer that peer pressure counts the most,” he said. “I don’t care what your parents say, I think it helps, but, if you fall in with the crowd, and the crowd that you fall in with, if they decide to go down the wrong path, it is a tough row to hoe when you’re the odd man out and say you’re not going to do that. You’ve got to stand up for what you know is right.” Semifero said that availability was one of the biggest factors in deterring underage drinking. “If you make it inconvenient to get alcohol, that will cut things down a lot,” he said. “If you can prevent someone who is lazy and bored from getting into trouble, that’s the vast majority of the problem. The people who are really going to work hard to get alcohol are a bigger problem; that is going to take a more serious solution. But, if you can’t just open the fridge and get a beer while the parents are out, that keeps people who are bored from trying something and then doing something dumb. You’ve seen how close trees are to the side of the road. You only have to mess up for about five seconds to die.” Forbes agreed with Sarver, adding, “You also need to be knowledgeable enough to know when not to get in the car with somebody else. Oftentimes, you’ve gone somewhere with someone else and they’ve been drinking and they think they are okay to drive. You need to know that it is not okay. You need to not get in the car with them ... We see that often, the kids that aren’t drinking, that aren’t driving, that are seriously injured or flown to a hospital because of peer pressure and because they think their friends are okay. If they drink, don’t get in the car with them.” A woman in the audience asked what could be done to discourage mass market retailers from prominently displaying alcohol near the entrance of the stores. 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The Saxon science squad finished 22nd in the state overall and second among Class B state finals entries, behind Forest Hills Northern. A total of 507 high schools in Michigan entered the mix this year. Out of those, 48 teams qualified through various regional competitions for the chance to compete at the finals in East Lansing. State medalists for Hastings were freshman John Dinges with a fifth place medal in the “Trajectory” event, juniors John Kalmink and Alisa Klump earned second place medals in the “Remote Sensing” event, and juniors Jeremy Heinrich and Jessie Ulrich finished with fourth place medals in “Protein Modeling”. Coach Marty Buehler said the Saxons had strong showings in “Cell Biology” (Joe Longstreet and Kalmink), “It’s About Time” (Longstreet and James Moray), and “Write it Do it” (Megan Denny and Longstreet). “Everyone did a nice job Saturday; the kids represented Hastings well, and each gained from the experience,” he said. “We only had three seniors on our ‘finals’ team of 15 this year. We are allowed seven seniors. I don’t ever remember a team that we didn’t carry a full load of seven seniors into a state finals, but that is what our young team did this year. I guess that bodes well for the next couple of years. If we can get through next season’s regional challenges, we will look to move up a bit in our state finishes. We had 41 kids finish the season at Hastings and many of those kids were good enough to make the team of 15 that competed at Saturday’s state finals. I guess what I am trying to say is that we are excited at our prospects.” Grand Haven took first in the team standings followed by West Ottawa High School. Those two will move onto the national competition to be held at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign May 20 to 22. They will compete against a field of 120 teams comprised of 15 members each. The Hastings High School Science Olympiad program was sponsored by the Youth Advisory Council of the Barry Community Foundation and the Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation. Businesses interested in sponsoring next season’s team, contact Buehler or Tim Johnston at Hastings High School, at 269-948-4409. Competing at the state finals for Science Olympiad and Hastings High School students (kneeling, from left) Jeromy Dobbin, John Dinges, (first row) Alisa Klump, Jessie Ulrich, Katy Kesler, Jessi Doxtader, Sarah Thornburgh, Nathaniel McComb, Assistant Coach Ann Beemer, (second row) Head Coach Marty Buehler, Stephen Krammin, Clint Brill, Joe Longstreet, Nathan Karn, Nathan Ford, Jeremy Heinrich, (back) Kayla Pohl, Megan Denny, James Moray and John Kalmink. Hastings Public Library announces schedule for week John Dinges, finished with his calculations, prepares to fire the projectile with his trajectory device Thursday, May 6 — Movie Memories Sandra Dee Month begins with “The Reluctant Debutante,” 5 to 8 p.m.; library book club discusses The Help by Kathryn Stockett, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 7 — pre-school story time about mothers, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.; in-house concert starring Kitty Donohoe, 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, May 10 — craft night features Stampin’ Up, 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 11 — toddler story time about the moon, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 12 — teen advisory board meets, 6 p.m. Call the library for more information at 269-945-4263. Correction Nathan Ford (left) and Nathan Karn compete in the elevated bridge event. John Kalmink and Alisa Klump show their second place medals in Remote Sensing. Three sculptures will be installed in the rain garden of Hastings Public Library Thursday, May 6. The sculptures “Friendly Frog,” “Dancing Dragonfly” and the “Bookish Butterfly” by Anderson’s Metal Sculptures, are being paid for by the Friends of the Hastings Public Library and the Thornapple Garden Club. Although they are being installed at approximately the same time and will be included in the sculpture walking tour, they are not part of the MSI exhibit which is being sponsored by the City of Hastings Downtown Development Authority and promoted by the Thornapple Arts Council. Give a memorial that can go on forever Jeremy Heinrich and Jessie Ulrich show their medals from the protein modeling competition. Alisa Klump and John Kalmink stand on the medal podium for the remote sensing event. A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 6, 2010 — Page 15 Delton Kellogg superintendent addresses rumors at public forum by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer The possible reconfiguration of classes at Delton Kellogg Schools has sparked the interest of many area residents, and a second forum to discuss the possibility of classes being moved from Delton Kellogg Elementary School to the middle school was held April 28, a little over a month after the first such forum was held. At Wednesday’s forum, which was held at the middle school, Superintendent Cynthia Vujea explained that a recently expanded advisory committee comprised of 23 parents, teachers and administrators, all with a vested interest in the school system, will be given until March of 2011 to make a recommendation to the Delton Kellogg Board of Education regarding grade configuration of the elementary and middle schools. “It’s ultimately going to be the board’s call,” said the superintendent, who also is a member of the advisory committee. Consisting primarily of two structures connected to each other through a breezeway, the elementary school currently houses kindergartners and grades one through four. Students in grades five through eight currently attend the middle school. According to Vujea, options being considered by the advisory committee include movement of both third and fourth grade classes to the middle school, movement of only third grade classes to the middle school, movement of both third and fourth grade classes to the newer portion of the elementary school, movement of both fifth and sixth grade classes to the elementary school, construction of a new facility and no changes to the current configuration. “I will tell you, every option will have costs,” said Vujea. She explained that the movement of class- Cindy Vujea addresses attendees of the forum held to discuss the possible relocation of classrooms at Delton Kellogg. es is being considered for several reasons, including increased cost-effectiveness and efficiency. Moving classes to the middle school also would offer younger students better classroom layouts and more opportunities for advanced technologies, she added. “We cannot bring new technology into that elementary building without significant cost, because of the thick concrete walls,” she said. Discussing further the reasons behind the possible reconfiguration of classes, Vujea explained that such action would promote greater interaction between younger students and their teachers. The superintendent added that, based on comments made by parents who find themselves less involved with their children’s’ academic lives once they begin to attend the middle school, the reconfiguration also would help parents to play a greater role in their children’s’ schooling. Attendees of the forum held last month were invited to voice their concerns about classes being moved, and last week, Vujea reported that the most prevalent concern raised by attendees was how developments on the possibility would be communicated to the community. Other prevalent concerns were related to cost, separation of younger and older students, safety of younger students, and the impact movement of classes would have on the school system’s alternative education students who currently are housed at the middle school. In response to feedback received by attendees of the previous forum, Vujea addressed several “rumors,” including that if current elementary-level classes were moved to the middle school, younger students would constantly be exposed to older students. The superintendent assured those present that younger students would be segregated from older students, and the middle school would become something like two separate schools. Another rumor addressed by Vujea involved suspicion that talk of moving classes was a precursor to the school system receiving money from a bond. “A bond issue was not ... the intent of realigning grade levels,” she said. “However, we’re going to be completely up front with you: as we talk about what these kids need, regardless of the facility, bond issues have been addressed. We have had that conversation. ... We’re not asking you for a bond issue, I want to make that very clear, but I also want you to know, regardless of the grade configuration, we have some significant facility issues we need to address.” Vujea also clarified a comment she made previously that moving classes from the elementary school could save the district $9,000, saying that that figure only represents an estimated savings on utility costs that could be had each year if the upper level of the original portion of that school were closed. “It did not reflect custodial costs,” she added. “It did not reflect any maintenance to that building, and it did not reflect the savings if we actually emptied that building.” Vujea addressed a notion that, if alternative education classes were moved to the elementary school, the younger students would interact with the older children. “If that decision were ever made, there would be no elementary children using that building,” she said. She said a rumor that children moving from the elementary school to the middle school would be taught by middle school teachers also was untrue. According to Vujea, the advisory committee, along with yet-to-be created subcommittees, will spend the next several months researching various aspects of either reconfiguring classes at the schools or not taking any such action. Members of the committees will share their findings with the community during another forum early next year, she said, adding that nothing would be done to reconfigure classes until the 2011-12 school year. SUBSTANCE ABUSE, continued from page 13 They want to get them out of their homes because they know they are not safe. They don’t want to flush them ... they don’t want to put them into the garbage because that leaches into the groundwater. So, we talked to people in Kalamazoo County and we came up with a model that would work for us.” Lenz said that during the last medicine takeback program, they collected 736 pounds of non-controlled drugs, which is the equivalent of eight 30-gallon barrels. They also collected 4,000 controlled pills. “So, yes, we replicate what other counties have done that is good and worked for them and make it work for us,” she said. At the end of the town hall meeting, a drawing was held for door prizes for attendees and participants. The event was paid for by a stipend from Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration. “The biggest message we can bring is that underage drinking causes a lot of problems like minor in possession offenses, and it causes problems for parents and other adults, as well; because of the civil liability. If they were to provide alcohol to minors, they can be held responsible for that,” said Lenz after the meeting. “We tend to think of underage drinking as causing traffic accidents, but it does have a lot of other problems, as well. “What we wanted to do was draw attention to what we are doing. We’ve had some success with the Youth Leadership Summit. We’ve had some success with bringing more awareness to the minor in possession offenses, and the Minor In Possession Diversion program ... Just talking and opening up pathways of communication and encouraging parents to talk to their kids and everyone to take a different look at it. We can share the information we have go to get the truth out there.” Saxon baseball splits double header with GRCC Saxon starting pitchers only gave up three runs Tuesday, but it turned out to be only enough to get Hastings one win in its two games with Grand Rapids Catholic Central. Matt Feldpausch pitched a complete game three-hit shut out in the night cap as the Saxons scored a 1-0 win over the visiting Cougars. He struck out three and walked just The Saxons’ Riley McLean fires from the mound during his team’s 2-1 win over Caledonia Thursday afternoon in Hastings. (Photo by Riley McLean) Russell’s OT goal gives Delton a win against Pennfield With its toughest league foes behind it, Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ soccer team improved to 2-2 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association by beating Pennfield 2-1 Monday. Brianna Russell scored with 8:43 remaining in sudden death overtime to power the Delton girls to the victory. Pennfield took a 1-0 lead with 2:46 left in the opening half on a goal by Alea Kleptseen. It took Delton nearly 30 minutes to get the game-tying goal, but it finally did on a shot by Jaime Risner with 11:41 to play. The Panthers are now 5-3-1 overall this season, and were slated to return to action last night in the league at Maple Valley. Delton went 2-0 in its two games against the Kalamazoo teams this season in the KVA, falling to Hackett Catholic Central 4-0 last Friday. Christina Pinon had two goals, and Megan Putnam had three assists for the Irish. Maggie Wenzel and Sara Howard had the other two Hackett goals. Katelynn Grizzle made 15 saves in net for Delton. one. Eric Pettengill allowed three Cougar runs in the opening inning of game one, but the Saxons came right back with three runs of their own, and Pettengill shut the Cougars down until the fourth when he had to leave with a blister on his pitching hand. The Cougars took advantage of the injury and exploded for seven runs in the inning, going on to a 12-7 win. The Saxons are now 7-4 in the conference, and will visit Catholic Central to end their series with the Cougars today. Riley McLean scored the only run of game two Tuesday in the bottom of the fourth. He reached safely as the Cougars misplayed his pop-up on the infield, stole second, went to third on a throwing error, and eventually scored on an RBI ground-out by Feldpausch. The Saxon defense stepped up and close the door on Catholic Central to earn the split. The Saxons had only four hits themselves, with Mitchell Brisboe knocking adouble, and Pettengill, McLean and Micah Huver had one single each. After falling behind 10-3 in the top of the fourth of game two, the Saxons would get as close as 10-5 with two runs in the bottom of the inning. The Cougars came right back with two more runs in the fifth though. Tyler DeWitt (1-3) took the loss in relief of Pettengill. Kevin Maurer also worked the mound for three innings for Hastings. Leading the offense for Hastings was Nick Wallace with three hits and a pair of RBIs. Dylan Downs had two hits and two RBI’s, and Feldpausch had one hit and an RBI. After Thursday’s contest with the Cougars, the Saxons will host their 15th annual Wooden Bat Classic Saturday. Battle Creek Lakeview and Holt will join the Saxons in the tournament. Hastings will also honor 1982 Hastings High School graduate and former Oakland Athletic Dann Howitt before the start of the day’s final game around 2:45 p.m. The Saxons scored a couple of lopsided wins at Comstock Saturday, beating the host Colts 18-2 and 15-0. An 11-run first inning in each game set the tone for the twin-bill sweep. “33 runs on 35 hits was an awesome hitting display today,” said Hastings head coach Marsh Evans. “11 extra base hits, plus we had great pitching from Zack Passmore and Tyler DeWitt and again our defense was outstanding committing just one error over the two games. Equally important, we were able to get some kids off the bench and into the game and they performed well.” In the opener, the Saxons blasted three home runs in the top of the first and each hitter in the line-up scored before an out was recorded. Dylan Downs led off the game with a double, Eric Pettengill would follow with a base hit and then Riley McLean hit a threerun home run over the fence in left center. After a Nick Wallace single, Micah Huver would follow with a two-run blast to make it 5-0. Matt Feldpausch would then single and come home on another two-run homer, this one off the bat of Zack Passmore. The Saxons would then score four more times on the strength of an Eric Kendall double, a single from Downs and McLean and a double from Huver. The Saxons sent 16 batters to the plate before the side was retired. The Saxons banged out 22 hits in the game, with Huver going 4-for-4 at the plate with RBIs. Downs (double, RBI), McLean (home run, 6 RBIs), Nick Wallace (home run , RBI) and Feldpausch had three hits each. Zack Passmore (2-1) and Mitchell Brisboe combined for the win on the mound. They limited Comstock to just three hits in the game. Tim Hanlon would set the tone with a tworun single and a two-run double in the first inning of game two as the Saxons sent 15 hitters to the plate. Downs, McLean and Wallace would also have run-scoring hits to stake the Saxons to the early lead. DeWitt earned his first win of the season on the mound, giving up one hit and striking out three. Pettengill led the Saxon hitters with three singles and an RBI. McLean (2 RBIs), Hanlon (double, 4 RBIs) and Wallace (double, 3 RBIs) would all have two hits each. A throw in the dirt from short to first helped the game-winning run to score from second base in the bottom of the eighth inning Thursday, as Hastings took its series with Caledonia 2-1 this week. Hastings won the series finale, in Hastings, 2-1. Micah Huver led off the eighth inning with a single for the Saxons, moved to second on a sacrifice bunt by Tim Hanlon, then with two outs came all the way around to score as teammate Zack Passmore beat out a throw on a ground ball with two outs. “This was another huge win for us today,” said Hastings head coach Marsh Evans. Two great pitching performances, both teams getting some key hits and it was just a question of us getting the break at the right time. But that play doesn’t happen if we don’t advance the runner with the bunt. It doesn’t happen if Zack doesn’t put the ball in play with two strikes, or does not hustle down the line forcing the bad throw, and it doesn’t happen if Micah isn’t running hard all the way from second to home. “It was a great example of what hustle and The Saxons’ Eric Pettengill slides safely into second as the throw comes in wide of the bag Thursday against Caledonia. (Photo by Perry Hardin) determination can do for a team.” The Saxons scored their first run of the game on a Scot error in the bottom of the fourth. The Scots then tied the game on a home run by Hayden Hoogerhyde. Caledonia outhit the Saxons 7-6 in the game. Hoogerhyde and Saxon starting pitcher McLean both went the distance, with McLean improving to 6-0 on the mound with the win. He struck out 11, including back to back K’s with the bases loaded with Scots in the top of the fourth. Hoogerhyde struck out seven. DK boys and Eagle girls still perfect Delton Kellogg’s boys and Schoolcraft’s girls both improved to 4-0 in their Kalamazoo Valley Association duals by scoring wins at Delton Kellogg High School Tuesday. The Delton boys beat the Eagles 88-49, while Schoolcraft’s girls scored a 90.5-46.5 win over the Panthers. Both the Eagle boys and Delton girls are now 2-2 this season in the KVA. Senior Matt Ingle led the way for the Panthers, winning three individual events including the 300-meter hurdles. He set a new school record in that event, finishing in 39.97 seconds, breaking the mark of 40.5 set by Jamie Collier in 2001. He started the day by winning the 110meter high hurdles in 15.78 seconds, edging the Eagles’ Casey Hogarth who finished in 15.96. Hogarth was just .22 behind Ingle in the 300-meter hurdles. Ingle ended his day by winning the pole vault, clearing 12 feet 6 inches. Tyler Bourdo was the only other Panther to win multiple individual events, taking the 400-meter dash in 51.68 and the long jump at 20-0. He also teamed with Jordan Bourdo, Connor Wolschleger, and Austin Ketola to win the 1600-meter relay in 3:36.15, and with Tyler Dempsey, Ryan Watson, and Nick Rendon to win the 3200-meter relay in 9:00.18. The Delton boys won three of the four relays, also taking the 400-meter relay with the team of Ryan Hoeberling, Phoenix Pease, Wolschleger, and Adam May finishing in 45.87. Other winners for Delton were May in the 100 (11.75), Dakota Goyings in the discus (121-2), Jake Homister in the high jump (60), and Jordan Bourdo in the 800-meter run (2:10.96). Schoolcraft’s Charlton Craig beat out Delton’s Ryan Watson in each of the two distance races, winning the 1600 by less than a second 4:43.18 to 4:43.90. Craig won the 3200 in 10:39.78. Katie Searles had a pair of individual wins to lead the Delton girls, taking the 100-meter hurdles in 16.68, and the 300-meter hurdles in 50.18. She also teamed with Hannah Williams, Amanda Mikolajczyk, and Andrea Polley to win the 400-meter relay in 51.56. Delton also won the 1600-meter relay, with the team of Rachael Parker, Kelsey Sofia, Brianna Russell, and Jolene Drum combining for a time of 4:26.46. Delton’s other winners were McKenzie Lester in the shot put (27-10), and Drum in the 800 (2:36.09). Krista Broekema won the two distance races for the Schoolcraft girls, taking the 1600 in 6:32.56 and the 3200 in 13:46.49. Her teammate Elainna Meadows was also a twotime winner, taking the long jump at 15-11.5 and the 200-meter dash in 28.15. Delton’s boys came into that dual having won Friday’s David Courser Relays at Bath High School, by 35 points over second-place Pewamo-Westphalia 111 to 76. Delton’s girls were fourth in the nine-team field. The Panther boys won four events, including the 1600-meter relay to end the invitational. Jordan Bourdo, Tyler Bourdo, Pease, and Wolschleger teamed up to win that race in 3:33.27. The Delton trio of Trevor Curtice, Janson Fluty, and Connor Stewart won the thrower relay in 50.64; Tyler Bourdo, Tyler Dempsey, Austin Ketola, and Wolschleger won the middle distance relay in 6:06.63; and the shuttle hurdle relay team of Jake Homister, Brandon Humphreys, Ingle, and Jon Kelley won in 1:11.91. Delton’s girls had a good night, despite not fielding a team in four of the 15 events. “I thought it was our best team effort to date,” said coach Jim Gibson. “We do not have a lot of middle distance and distance. This relay was a middle distance relay.” The top two finishes for Delton came in the high jump where Abby Culbert and Andrea Polley teamed up to place second and the shuttle hurdle relay where Polley, Adrianna Culbert, Williams, and Searles placed second. �Page 16 — Thursday, May 6, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Saxons get break from Gold, beat Loy Norrix 2-0 The Hastings’ varsity girls’ soccer team was shut out for the third time in O-K Gold Conference action Monday, falling 4-0 to Grand Rapids Catholic Central. The Cougars scored three times in the first The Saxons’ Ashley Nurenburg shields the ball from Caledonia’s Corrie Good during Wednesday’s O-K Gold Conference contest in Caledonia. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 15 minutes of the game. “We were not prepared to start that game, and it was very obvious to us coaches during warm-up,” said Hastings head coach Sarah Smith. “We could have competed with them, and those are the tough losses. The games that we aren’t even in the same league is a little easier to shake off, but I don't feel that way with CC. We could have competed had we come completely ready to play.” Last week, although they’re in the same conference Forest Hills Eastern and Caledonia seemed to be in a different league from the Saxons. Kendra Stauffer scored two goals, both on assists from teammate Amanda VanLaar, in the first five minutes Wednesday and the Fighting Scots went on to an 8-0 win over the visiting Saxons. After 20 minutes of solid defense by the Saxons, the Fighting Scots finished the first half strong. They scored three more times before the break to go into the half up 5-0. Alyssa Petz scored on a well placed ball, with the assist going to Holly Orlowski. Hailey Yondo scored a goal a few minutes later dribbling through the center of the Saxon defense until she got a good shot. Corrie Good continued her strong play and tallied the last goal just before the half, off a ball from Petz. In the opening minutes of the second half, Yondo scored with an assist from VanLaar. Petz scored her second goal of the match off an assists from Sam Maher. Holly Orlowski then got the final goal of the night, off a great pass from Kelsey Canada which left Orlowski alone behind the entire Saxon defense. In between the tough conference losses, the Saxons scored a 2-0 non-conference win over Loy Norrix, outshooting its opponents 14-3 in the process. “It’s great to watch the girls build confidence and that is what I saw as the game went on,” coach Smith said. “After losing two really tough games to two top teams in the area, we needed this game. The girls were able to prove to each other and themselves that they can do this.” Outside midfielder Jennifer Feldpausch was able to make a run to the middle and Lexi Dakin gave her a pass at the top of the 18-yard box early in the first half. Feldpausch placed a shot perfectly inside the far post corner with her right foot. “You couldn’t have asked for a better placed ball,” Smith said. The Saxons maintained the majority of the ball possession in the first half. “Our goal in the second half was to close down their middle and use our wings more,” Smith said. “The girls went out in the second half and did just that, shut down the middle and forced Loy Norrix to go over top of us, which they were unsuccessful at.” The Saxons were more aggressive than they had been in recent contests, won the majority of the 50/50 balls, and maintained possession well in the second half while also getting off a number of good shots. With just 18.3 seconds, left Feldpausch snagged a loose ball around the 20-yard mark and took a left-footed shot that snuck just inside the post. “We had great midfield and defensive play by Haley Wagner, Kelsi Herrington, Lexi Dakin, Morganne Hubbell, Tauri Schils, Roni Hayden, Alaina Case, Brittany Hickey, and Caledonia’s Samantha Maher and Hastings’ Jennifer Feldpausch and Jenna Bailey (from left) all chase after a loose ball in the Saxons’ goal mouth during the first half Wednesday evening. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Ashley Purdun,” said Smith. “They are what held the ball in our offensive end. Forwards Ashley Nurenberg, Dani Meredith, Meghan VanZyl, and Nicole Gardner were able to control the play in the offensive end.” Hastings is scheduled to visit Thornapple Kellogg Thursday night, then will be at home against Hudsonville Saturday morning. Next week, the Saxons host South Christian Monday and visit Ottawa Hills Wednesday. Delton softball team on four-game winning streak Delton Kellogg lost one to Loy Norrix, but came back to beat the Knights in their second meeting Saturday to win its own invitational. The Panther varsity softball team defeated Loy Norrix 3-2 in the championship game. Brooke Martin drove in the game-winning run with a single in the bottom of the seventh, and also earned the win with 11 strike outs pitching for the Panthers. She allowed Loy Norrix just three hits, but walked five. Shelly NeSmith also had an RBI single for the Panthers, while Katie Marshall added a double and Kami McCowan a single for the other Delton hits. The host Panthers were 2-1 on the day at their Delton Kellogg Invitational. The fell to the Knights 4-3 in the opener, despite another fine effort from Martin in which she struck out seven and allowed five hits. Marshall led the Delton attack with three hits in that game. McCowan, Taylor Blacken, and Breeana Calhoun all had RBI’s, and NeSmith added a triple. Delton followed up that loss by beating Constantine 6 -1. Blacken was the winning pitcher in that Saxons have their best Gold finish on their home course South Christian won for the third time in four tries, but Hastings moved up and had its highest finish on its home course at Hastings Country Club Thursday. The Sailors won the fourth O-K Gold Conference boys’ golf jamboree of the season with a score of 160. The Saxons were second with a 174, followed by Forest Hills Eastern 175, Wayland 175, Catholic Central 178, Caledonia 187, Thornapple Kellogg 190, and Ottawa Hills NTS. South Christian’s Michael Wierenga was the only golfer under 40 on the day, firing an even-par-36. Hastings was led by John Kalmink who fired a 41, while teammates Danny Buehler and Brian Baum both added a 43. The Saxons’ fourth score was a 47 from Taylor Klotz. Behind Wierenga for the Sailors, Blake DeVries shot a 40 and Ben Cook and Chris Plekker both scored a 42. Thornapple Kellogg got a 44 from Justin Helmholdt, a 46 from Rocky VanZegeren, a 47 from Joey Noffke, and a 53 from Eric Pitsch. The Saxons dropped all the way back to sixth as the league got together again Tuesday at Yankee Springs Golf Course, and South Christian fell down to third. Forest Hills Eastern took the day’s title, finishing with a 154. Wayland was second with a 163, followed by South Christian 167, Catholic Central 171, Caledonia 173, Hastings 175, Thornapple Kellogg 185, Ottawa Hills NTS. Baum led the Saxons with a 39, while Buehler added a 42, Klotz a 46, and Cody Davis and Kalmink both carded 48s. Ottawa Hills will host the final league jamboree Tuesday, at Gracewil. contest, striking out four, walking one, and allowing five hits. The Panthers hits two home runs in that win, one by Marshall and one by McCowan. McCowan also had a single and a double, while Marshall added a pair of singles as well. Martin had an RBI double of her own, and NeSmith and Calhoun both chipped in singles. Delton’s girls have now won four in a row, having scored a pair of wins at Allegan Tuesday too. Delton won game one 8-6 behind a five-hit effort from Blacken, and took game two 16-6 with Martin striking out seven and allowing five hits. NeSmith had three hits in the opener, and two RBI’s. Shelby Douglas had an RBI and a triple. Cassandra Coplin had three hits two. Martin had a single and two RBI’s. In the second game, Marshall had four RBI’s on a double, a triple and a home run. Blacken had a single, a triple and three RBI’s, and Martin a single, a triple, and an RBI. Mallory Sewell, Amber Saurers, and Coplin all had one single each, and Saurers and Coplin both had one RBI. SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Delton Kellogg short stop Katie Marshall collides with teammate Taylor Blacken as she hauls in a pop-up during Saturday’s Delton Kellogg Invitational. 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McCowan had two doubles and a single to go with two RBI’s. Blacken, NeSmith, and Sewell also drove in runs for the Panthers. Saxons win one at Allendale Invite THURSDAY, MAY 13 77545394 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 5:00 pm 6:15 pm 6:15 pm 6:45 pm After a couple tough losses to start the day, Hastings’ varsity softball team closed out its time at the Allendale Invitational Saturday by scoring a 5-4 eight-inning win over Hopkins. Shelby Roush slid under the tag of the Viking catcher, on a throw from the second baseman, to score the game winning run. Katie DeVries hit the bouncer to second which scored Roush, who reached on a single of her own and then moved to third on a single off the bat of Tara Harding. Harding earned the win pitching for the Saxons, striking out six, walking two, and giving up five hits. The Saxons never trailed in the ball game, after scoring three runs in the third inning with the help of a couple Hopkins errors and back to back hits by Morgan Stowe and Roush. Roush also drove in the Saxons’ fourth run, on a sacrifice fly in the fifth which put her team up 4-3. Hopkins tied the game at 4-4 with a couple hits in the sixth. The Saxons were downed 10-1 by Calvin Christian in the tournament opener, then fell 13-6 to Gobles. Stowe had an RBI single to plate the only run for the Saxons, in the bottom of the third, after a single by Christa Mathis who had stolen second base. The Squires already led 40 at that point, thanks to a few Saxon errors. Calvin Christian would ad two runs in the fourth, fifth, and sixth innings to close out the Saxons. Only four of the runs off of Saxon pitcher Harding were earned. The Saxons were within two runs, at 6-4, after they scored three times in the fourth inning thanks to back to back doubles from Heather Gdula and Mathis, but Gobles added six runs in the sixth inning to pull away. The Saxons were swept in their O-K Gold Conference double header with Caledonia last Thursday, falling 11-9 and 14-2. “Hastings played us very hard and they are much improved,” said Caledonia head coach Tom Kaechele. “They have a very good coaching staff. We needed our bats to be hot tonight and our kids came through.” Hastings returns to league action this afternoon with its double header against Grand Rapids Catholic Central in Hastings. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 6, 2010 — Page 17 Horrocks able to miss Wolverines’ wooden bats The Delton Kellogg pitchers said hit it, and with the wooden bats the Wolverines and Lions didn’t really do it. Delton Kellogg’s varsity baseball team won its Wooden Bat Tournament Saturday, mercying Godwin Heights 11-1 in the championship game. Pitcher Chris Horrocks tossed a five-inning no-hitter for the Panthers over the Wolverines, improving his record to 2-3 on the year. He struck out nine and walked two. “It was nice to see our team rewarded for their efforts,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Bill Humphrey. “Everyone contributed in their own way to win the championship. Our pitching was stalwart, as we pitched to contact the entire tournament. Zach Meyers showed tremendous poise as he tasted his first varsity action, and we're going to savor Chris Horrocks’ no-hitter for a long time.” Meyers, a freshman, allowed just four hits in a 4-3 Panther win to start the day against Maple Valley. Delton had nine hits in the championship game, including a double and a three-run home run by Jeff Bissett. He scoerd four runs int he game. Horrocks and Nick Brindley had two hits and an RBI each. Zach Meyers and Brad Meyers both had a double and an RBI, and Ryan Hook added an RBI single as well. The Panthers scored for runs in the third, and led 6-1 after four innings, then added five runs in the bottom of the fifth to end the game early. “It was a great day to play baseball and our grounds crew did a fantastic job with our field,” Humphrey said. “It looked and played about as good as I’ve seen it.” Zach Meyers struck out seven and walked one in the opener. The Lions took the lead with a three-runthird inning which included a double by Matt Woodman, and RBI singles from Tyler Franks and Cody Brumm. Delton responded though with a three-run fourth which included a double by Nick Brindley, an RBI double from Brad Meyers, and a two-out RBI single from Hook. Delton then broke the tie in the bottom of the fifth on a two-out single by Horrocks. Coty Frankly was hit with the loss on the mound for the Lions. It was a busy weekend for the Panthers, who also played two against Hackett Catholic Central in Kalamazoo Valley Association action Friday, falling 11-8 and 13-3. Hackett started hot, putting together five straigh singles and would finish with a six-run first inning. The Irish would finish the first game with 14 hits, including four off the bat of Mac Simotes who had a pair of singles, a double, a home run, and three RBIs. “Hackett backed up its reputation for being a hard-hitting team,” said Humphrey. “Overall we played much better defense in in this double header compared to our past efforts.” The Panther offense in game one included multi-hit games by Willy Todd, Nick Brindley, and Tjay Petzold who each hit a pair of singles and drove in one run. After trailing 8-2 after two innings, Delton would pull to within a run thanks to a two-run fourth inning rally and a three-run home run off the bat of Gavin Brinley in the fifth inning. Hackett through came back with three in the sixth. Hackett scored in each of the first four innings to earn the five-inning mercy over the Panthers in game two. Simotes was again the offensive leader for Hackett, collecting a pair of doubles and two RBI. DK’s offense was led by Jeff Bissett and Brad Meyers who each had two hits. The Panthers return to action Tuesday, and fell 2-1 in two five-inning games at Allegan. The host Tigers came from behind to win with two runs in the bottom of the fifth of game one, while they were helped by a misplayed bunt in game two. “I was very pleased with our competitiveness and our improvement in the field,” Humphrey said. “Tjay Petzold and Ryan Hook really stepped it up in terms of their command on the hill. We just did not generate enough offense or create enough breaks at the right time to come up victorious in two very exciting ball games.” Steve Rasmussen was the hero for the Tigers in game one, pitching a completegame four-hitter and driving in the winning run with an RBI single. Petzold (0-3) was the tough-luck loser for the Panthers on the mound, as he also gave up only 4 hits in the contest. Bissett, Brindley, Joey Springer, and Petzold all had hits for Delton, with Petzold's drive being an RBI single in the top of the fifth which broke a scoreless tie. Cory Gates threw a complete game one-hitter to capture the victory in game two, while Springer (0-4) took the loss for DK. Hook added three innings of solid relief for Delton. DK’s lone hit came off the bat of Derek Hibbert. The Panthers are now 3-15 overall this season, and 1-8 in the KVA. They return to action Friday for a KVA double header with Schoolcraft. DK boys one stroke better than Pennfield at invitational Saxons and Trojans split Gold dual by Brett Bremer Sports Editor A point here and a game there prevented anyone from earning a win in Middleville Monday. Hastings and Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity girls’ tennis teams finished their O-K Gold Conference dual in a 4-4 tie “That’s pretty good for both of us,” said Saxon head coach Julie Severns. “I think we’re both thinking, at least it was a close match.” Things didn’t play out quite like TK head coach Larry Seger would have expected them to though. “Looking at the scores (coming into the match), I really felt we were underdogs coming in here in the singles and I didn’t know about the doubles,” Seger said. The Trojans though won three of the four singles flights, not dropping a set in any of those wins. The Saxons pulled out a couple of very close doubles matches to earn the tie. The Saxon first doubles team of Amelia Travis and Krystal Pratt split sets with the Trojan duo of Shelby Kenyon and Casey Warren 4-6, 6-3. The turning point in the dual came with the two teams tied 3-3 in the third set, and the Trojans holding a 40-15 edge on the Saxon serve. Travis and Pratt came back to win that game, then went on to take the set 6-3. “There were three or four shots in a row there where we just could not get the ball back,” Seger said. Hastings’ third doubles team of Katy Secord and Kara Canaccun had a bit moment of their own in the second set. They won the first set over TK’s Sam Replogle and Lexi Sensiba 6-4, but then found themselves down 5-2 in the second set before rallying to win it 7-5 by taking the final five games. Delton Kellogg’s varsity boys’ golf team shows off its hardware after winning Saturday’s St. Phil Invitational at Riverside Country Club. Team members are (from left) Conner Worm, Tyler Vining, Kasey Braska, Mitchell Wandell, Zack Simon, and coach Kent Enyart. The Saxons’ Sara Sleevi hits a volley in front of the net as teammate Kelsi Harden watches from the backcourt during the fourth doubles match at Thornapple Kellogg High School Monday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Saxons’ Amelia Travis reaches high to her forehand side to hit a volley during the first doubles match in Middleville Monday afternoon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Saxons’ third win on the doubles side came from the team of Kelsi Harden and Sara Sleevi which won 6-3, 6-2 at number four. “They were being more aggressive at the net, and working at working as a team,” Severns said of her doubles teams. “This is when we needed it to start coming together.” The Saxons’ lone win on the singles side was at number three, where Hannah Smith topped Emmie Beckering 6-4, 6-2. TK’s Sarah Roskam earned a 7-5, 6-4 win over Lexi von der Hoff at first singles. Rebecca Denney downed the Saxons’ Allison Ellsworth 6-2, 6-2 at number two. At fourth singles, TK’s Kendall Goosen won 6-3, 6-1 against Sara Thornburg. Vikes happy Hornets only score twice by Brett Bremer Sports Editor A team couldn’t be much happier about being shut out and only getting one shot on goal than the Lakewood Vikings were Bowling Scores Friday Night Mixed ~Final Standings~ Matt’s Bunch 84; Shirlee N’ Family 78; Spencers Towing and Tire 74; Ten Pins 71 1/2; Part Time 70; Heads Out 66; 9-n-aWiggle 63; Haldan 59; The 4 B’s 59; Team #13 57; Oldies But Goodies 56; All But One 54 1/2; Dum Schitz 52; Spare Time 51. Women’s Good Games and Series - S. McKee 237-662; M. Daniel 185-479; T. Bush 188-474; C. Thomson 201-437; B. Breitner 150-434; T. Pennington 213; J. Madden 212; F. Bell 203; K. Becker 194; T. Phenix 179; O. Gillons 147; J. Bowman 145; K. Matthews 142. Men’s Good Games and Series - B. Taylor 215-618; M. Eaton 212-603; K. Phenix 231; B. Bowman 226; F. Thompson 214; J. Barnum 204; M. Hall 201; D. Sears 186. Thursday. Perennial Capital Area Activities Conference White Division champion Williamston came to Unity Field and scored a 2-0 victory over the Viking varsity girls’ soccer team to improve to 2-0 in the league. The Hornets got goals from Adrienne Watts and Abigail Punch in the 33nd minute of the first half, but that was all against the Vikings’ defensive set-up. “We went into what we call a 7-3-1 defense,” said Lakewood head coach Paul Gonzales. “It’s for Williamston. It worked tonight. It worked pretty good. Early in the game we had some chances, but we didn’t get any shots.” The Vikings’ best scoring opportunity came just over ten minutes into the second half, as Ashley Durham beat her defender up the left side of the field and turned in for a shot on Hornet keeper Courtney Clem. Much of the Vikings’ offense was just about trying to chip the ball ahead and letting Durham use her speed. Williamston was on offense for most of the night though. The 7-3-1, with seven players back in front of the goalie, three midfielders, and Durham as the one attacker helped the Vikings keep things closer with the Hornets than anyone could ever remember. “This is a special thing we use against a team with a lot of fire power and this is the best we have performed it yet,” Gonzales said. The Vikings were solid for much of the night, although Williamston basically just went straight through the center of the defense to score its two goals. The Hornets peppered the Viking net with 20 shots. Lakewood goal keeper Shannon Bridget had a couple very nice saves among the 18 total. It was the second shut out in two league games against the Vikings. Lansing Catholic scored a 3-0 win over the Vikings in Lansing last week Monday. Keep up with your local team in your local newspaper, The Hastings BANNER! Delton Kellogg’s varsity boys’ golf team won Saturday’s St. Phil Invitational at Riverside Country Club outscoring Kalamazoo Valley Association rival Pennfield by a stroke for the White Division title. The Delton boys fired a 356 to Pennfield’s 357. Quincy was third with a score of 363. Mitchell Wandell led Delton’s boys with an 83, and teammates Zack Simon and Tyler Vining both scored an 87. Kasey Braska added a 99 for Delton. Pennfield got an 84 from Jeff Brown and an 85 from Jacob Emmons, as well as a pair of 94s from Kyler McCleary and Levi Hamlin. Justin Sharp led Olivet to a fourth place finish. He was the day’s medallist with an 80. The Eagles fired a 381, followed by Climax-Scotts 395, Bronson 396, Centreville 442, Union City 477, St. Phil NTS, and Hillsdale Academy NTS. At the Medalist on Saturday, the Delton boys scored a pair of KVA wins by shooting a 178. That score put them ahead of Olivet’s 196 and Maple Valley’s 205. Wandell led the way with a 41, while Viking added a 44, Worm a 45, and Simon a 48. Olivet was led by Sharp’s 40, and Maple Valley got a 45 from Caleb Walker, a 50 from Drew Johnson, a 55 from Ian Cogswell, and a 55 from James Samaan. The Panthers were 1-1 in the league Friday, at Sims Oak Hills, as they shot a 182. Schoolcraft was six strokes better with a 178, while Constantine fired a 223. Wandell shot a 40, Simon a 4, and Braska and Vining both scored 49s. Schoolcraft was led by Blake Crum’s 42 and a pair of 44’s from Micheal Spears and Patrick Hudson. Constantine got a 53 from Alex Watson. Delton is scheduled to host Pennfield and Parchment at Mullenhurst today. �Page 18 — Thursday, May 6, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Saxon teams earn slim wins at West Ottawa Relays DelCotto, Coenen, and Loew the 800 in 1:35.37, and Pennington, DelCotto, Davis, and Coenen the 400 in 45.65. The Saxon girls were downed 84-53 by the visiting Sailors, but had a strong day in the relays themselves. The team of Redman, Lee, Eaton, and Czinder won the 800 in 1:49.15, the team of Czinder, Eaton, Morgan, and Lee won the 400 in 51.63, and the team of Katie Ponsetto, Taylor Carter, Eaton, and Redman The Hastings varsity boys’ and girls’ track and field teams celebrate their Division 1 championships at the conclusion of Saturday’s West Ottawa Von Ins Relays. Hastings varsity boys’ and girls’ track and field teams both won the 800-meter relay to end the day at Saturday’s West Ottawa Von Ins Relays, and needed all 12 of those points for the victory to propel themselves to championships. The Saxon boys finished in a first place tie in the Division 1 standings with Zeeland West, as both teams. The Saxons edged the Dux by a second and a half in the final event, to leave them both with 101 points. The team of Gordon Conley, Chase DelCotto, Josh Coenen, and Patrick Loew finished that race for the Saxons in 1 minute 33.8 seconds. Hastings’ girls’ 800-meter relay team of Nichole Redman, Jessica Lee, Gabby Eaton, and Jessica Czinder edged Grand Haven 1:50.1 to 1:51.8, to move one-point ahead of Zeeland West in the final standings 92-91. The Saxon boys’ team managed its championship tie without fielding a team in one event, the 12,800-meter relay. Hastings’ boys finished no lower than third in any event, in the seven-team field, and won five of them. The boys’ 1600-meter relay team of Troy Dailey, Conley, Marshall Warren, and Loew set a new school record in winning its race with a time of 3:28.4, beating second-place West Ottawa by half a second. The other win for the Saxon boys’ on the track came from the 400-meter relay team of Dylan Pennington, DelCotto, Tom Davis, and Coenen which finished in 45.1 seconds. Dewey Slaughter played a part in both of the Saxons’ field event victories, teaming with Jon Gieseler to win the high jump at 12 feet and teaming with Brandon Bower to win the shot put with a new meet record distance of 87 feet 7.5 inches. The Saxon girls’ team won four events on the track. Czinder, Lee, Eaton, and Brittany Morgan took the 400-meter relay in 51.8. The team of Morgan, Redman, Rachel Quillen, and Heather Cady won the shuttle hurdle relays in 1:10.0. The Saxon team of Czinder, Eaton, Lee, and Redman took the sprint medley as well in 1:57.0. The Saxon boys’ team followed up that performance by improving to 6-0 in the O-K Gold Conference at home Tuesday, topping South Christian 100-37. Hastings won 14 events on the day, Conley won both the 110-meter high hurdles in 15.28 and the 300-meter intermediate hurdles in 42.27. Loew won the 400-meter dash in 52.62 and the 200 in 22.98. Dailey took the 3200-meter run in 10:36.74 and the 1600 in 4:48.26. Bower was the fourth Saxon to win two events, taking the shot put at 49-5 and the discus with a throw of 153-8. Giesler won the long jump at 20-4.75, Brandon Johnson the 800 in 2:11.33, and Coenen the 100-meter dash in 11.23. In the relays, the Saxon team of Maxwell Clark, Johnson, Jason Eckley, and Dailey won the 3200-meter race in 8:30.21, Conley, The Saxons’ Nichole Redman races around the track during the 1600-meter relay at Saturday’s West Ottawa Von Ins Relays. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto) Hastings’ Josh Coenen sprints towards the finish at the start of the anchor leg of the 400-meter relay Saturday at West Ottawa. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto) won the 1600 in 4:21.84. Ponsetto and Czinder both also won individual events, with Ponsetto taking the 400 in 1:03.14 and Czinder the 200 in 27.18. The Saxons also had Amanda Sarhatt win the 3200 in 13:01.01, and Taylor Simpson take the discus with a throw of 88-7.5. South Christian had two girls win two individual events. Angelique Gaddy won the 100 in 13.00 and the long jump at 16-10.25. Kelly Heidmann won both hurdles races, taking the 100 in 16.21 and the 300 in 47.87. The Saxons close out the O-K Gold Conference duals Tuesday at Houseman Field in Grand Rapids against Ottawa Hills. Sprinter Brown still perfect in KVA, so are Valley boys by Brett Bremer Sports Editor It might not have been a big dual in the race for a Kalamazoo Valley Association championship, but it was as big night for a couple sprinters. Jimmy Brown raced to four wins for the Maple Valley varsity boys’ track and field team in its 105-32 win over GalesburgAugusta at Maple Valley High School Tuesday, edging the Rams’ Jordan Kuhse in both the 100-meter and 200-meter dashes. Brown won the 100 in 11.14 seconds to Kuhse’s time of 11.30, and the 200 in 23.30 compared to Kuhse’s 23.64. Brown had to come from behind in both races to win. “I always have a bad start (when I’m nervous), but I always finish strong,” Brown said. “(Kuhse) is my only competition in the KVA this year. I beat him, and now I’m going for an undefeated record in the one (hundred) and two (hundred).” Lion head coach Brian Lincoln didn’t think Brown had a slow start in either race, and said that Brown’s fellow Lion sprinter Garrett Reid who usually does beat Brown out of the blocks told him that it didn’t happen Tuesday. “He’s running really well,” Lincoln said of Brown. “He’s been outstanding this year.” Brown also teamed with Reid, Adam Zank, and Josh Burd to win the 400-meter relay in 45.10 and with Zac Eddy, Josh Hall, and Zank to win the 800-meter relay in 1:36.46. Kuhse did score the only Ram win on the track in the boys’ meet, taking the 400 in 53.38. Jake Mills had the Rams’ only other wins, taking the shot put (44 feet 2 inches) and the discus (132-10). The Maple Valley girls won 14 of the 17 events in their dual with the Rams too, also scoring a 105-32 win. Josh Burd won three events for the Lion boys, taking the high jump at 5-10, the 110meter high hurdles in 16.52, and the 300meter hurdles in 43.98. Brady Halliwill won twice for the Lions, taking the 1600-meter run in 5:22.10 and the 3200 in 11:52.98. Other individual winners for the Lion boys were Austin Pool at 11-0 in the pole vault, and Ross Smith who took the 800 in 2:09.86. In Maple Valley’s Pantera Rider races towards a first-place finish in the 100-meter high hurdles during Tuesday’s KVA meet against Galesburg-Augusta. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Lions’ Jimmy Brown sprints ahead of Galesburg-Augusta’s Jordan Kuhse in the 200-meter dash Tuesday afternoon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) the relays, the team of Austin Tobias, Justice Cranson, Cody Leinhart, and Smith won the 3200 in 9:44.23 and Smith, Pierson, Eddy, and Hall won the 1600 in 3:48.4. The Lion ladies won all five field events on the day, with Karlee Mater taking both the pole vault at 9-0 and the long jump at 143.125. Jennifer Kent won the high jump at 48, Nicole Porter the shot put at 32-9.5, and Tiffany Ryan the discus with a mark of 928.5. On the track, the Lions started things off with the team of Lauren Trumble, Elizabeth Stewart, Megan Shoemaker, and Jessica Rushford winning the 3200-meter relay in 1:50.87. Stewart would be a winner in all four of her events, also teaming with Lyndsey Rhoades, Mater, and Catara Briggs to win the 400meter relay in 54.78, taking the 400-meter dash in 1:05.35, and the 200 in 28.31. Pantera Rider won the 100-meter hurdles for Maple Valley in 19.32, and was second to teammate Rhoades in the 300-hurdles with Rhoades finishing that race in 54.66. Rushford won the 800 in 2:46.06, Kaytlin Furlong the 1600 in 6:26.80, and Trumble the 3200 in 15:03.56. One point separates TK and FHE * To qualified buyers Offer good through 5/31/10 Maple Valley Implement, Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street, Nashville 517-852-1910 www.maplevalleyeq.com 77545641 0% INTEREST FOR 24 MOS.* Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity girls’ track and field team outscored Forest Hills Eastern 11-3 in the final two events on the track Tuesday to eke out a 69-68 win over the host Hawks and improve to 6-0 in the O-K Gold Conference. It’s the first loss of the league season for Forest Hills Eastern. The Trojans trailed 65-58 with two running events left, the 3200-meter race and the 1600-meter relay. Allyson Winchester took the 3200 for the Trojans, in 11 minutes 38 seconds. It was just the first individual victory on the track all evening for TK’s ladies. Teammate Casey Lawson (12:22) also picked up a big third place point, finishing behind only Winchester and FHE’s Alyssa Dyer (11:54). The Trojan 1600-meter relay team then cruised to a five-point victory in the final event, finishing in 4:08.97, beating the FHE foursome by nearly nine seconds. “The kids performed well,” said TK girls’ coach Tammy Benjamin. “Eastern was very motivated to run against us, and set two school records in their efforts.” The Trojans wouldn’t have had the chance to chase down the Hawks on the track if it hadn’t been for their efforts in the field events. TK won four of the five field events, and outscored the Hawks in those five events 29-13. Erin Ellinger led a sweep in the shot put for TK, throwing 32 feet 1.25 inches, with Aimee Ellinger placing second at 31-4.5, and Minor third at 29-6.25. Erin also won the discus at 102-7.5, with Howard third at 82-4. Brittany London won the pole vault for TK by clearing 10-0, and teammate Kelsey Webster was second at 9-6. In the long jump, TK’s Lara Dahlke was first at 15-0, and Stephanie Betcher third with a mark of 14-6. The lone scorer for TK in the high jump was Hana Hunt, with a second-place leap over the bar at 5-1. The only other victory on the track for TK was in the 400-meter relay, with the TK foursome finishing in 52.36. TK’s boys fell to 3-3 in the league as they were downed by the Hawks 96-41. The Trojan boys won three events, with Matt Raymond taking the pole vault at 11-6, Tanin Eckhoff the 110-meter high hurdles in 17.31, and Greg Hamilton the long jump at 19-3. Thornapple Kellogg closes out the league duals at Caledonia next Tuesday. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-05-13.pdf 2b5805d0ab2cdb3b84d6c5a6bf3362eb PDF Text Text March of Dimes raises $15,000 ‘Newspaper Death Act’ discussed Saxons get clutch hits to top GRCC See Story on Page 3 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 18 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 19 NEWS BRIEFS TK Jazz Band to perform at gazebo May 14 The Thornapple Kellogg High School Jazz Band will perform Friday, May 14, at 7 p.m. at the gazebo at Stagecoach Park on Main Street in Middleville. Music lovers should bring chairs and blankets and be ready to enjoy the music. In case of inclement weather, the concert will move to the First Baptist Church in Middleville. Life Walk in Delton to benefit women’s center The Delton Women’s Center is planning to hold its sixth annual Life Walk at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 15. The event begins and ends at the center, 503 S. Grove St. (M-43 Highway) in Delton. “We are supported by donations and are run by several area churches,” said the center’s Director Becky Hughes. “We look forward to joining with our faith family in this community to take a stand for life and also to help the Women’s Center. This is our only fund raiser for the year.” Pledge forms for the walk are available at the center or on the day of the walk. Delton Kellogg alumni banquet planned Saturday Delton Kellogg High School’s 67th annual alumni banquet will be held Saturday, May 15, at 6 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. The classes of 1960, 1985 and 2010 will be honored. The class of 1985 will host the event. All graduates, former teachers and employees are invited to attend and bring a dish to pass and table service. A collection will be taken during the banquet to pay banquet expenses. A business meeting and social hour will be held after the dinner. Visit www.dkhs-alumni.org for more information or call 269-623-2610. Bill Firlik Memorial Horse Show to include blood drive A horse show and blood drive will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 15, on the Prairieville Farm Days grounds, off Milo Road, south of Delton. The event, organized by Delton High School senior Jamie Patrick, has been named the Bill Firlik Memorial Horse Show and its proceeds will benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and Michigan Blood Centers. Firlik, a 4-H leader, lost his battle with leukemia April 4, 2007. Throughout his ordeal, he received numerous blood and platelet transfusions. The blood he received was instrumental in keeping him strong enough to fight, a spokesperson said. The blood drive will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and while appointments are preferred, donors will not be turned away. The horse show is open to everyone and will have youth and open classes in See NEWS BRIEFS, continued on page 2 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, May 13, 2010 Council approves changes to parking violations,fines by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Hastings City Council approved a resolution amending the ordinance regarding parking violations and fines at its meeting Monday, May 10. While the resolution was drafted in response to concerns raised by Hastings City Council member Frank Campbell, he was the only council member to vote against the changes. The resolution deleted violations no longer relevant to the City such as not parking within 50 feet of a railroad crossing, and overtime parking in metered areas, since Hastings no longer has either a railroad crossing or metered parking. It also removed violations and fines for displaying a vehicle for sale, working on or repairing a vehicle, display or advertising, selling merchandise, or storage over 48 hours, and parking on a grade without wheels turned toward the curb. While Campbell had suggested that violations and fines for parking in front of a driveway, parking directly across from the driveway, parking too far from the curb, bicycle parking violations, and buses parked somewhere other than a bus stop be removed from the ordinance, the approved resolution retained those items. Campbell said he thought it wasn’t right that parents could be issued a citation for parking a car at the end of their driveway to protect their children when they played in the driveway. Charges dismissed for former airport manager by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer A motion has been filed by the Barry County Prosecutor’s office to drop charges against former Hastings airport manager Jason Blair. Blair was arrested April 2 on a warrant that included a charge of embezzlement between $20,000 to $50,000. Barry County Prosecutor Tom Evans said the motion to dismiss the charges is awaiting a signature by a judge and was drawn up after Blair agreed to pay the outstanding debt to the airport. According to a police investigation, Blair distributed fuel cards to several companies and never collected payment for fuel applied to the cards. The charge stems from as early as January 2008, when it is alleged that 2,510 gallons of fuel went unpaid while Blair was manager. Blair is the owner and flight instructor of Dodgen Aircraft in Allegan and assigned seven test fuel cards to the business. Test cards also were assigned by Blair to Sky Dive Hastings, Thornapple Flying Association and Bernie Kuzava Jr. According to the police report, Blair allowed those business- DISMISSED, continued on page 6 Hastings Police Chief Jerry Sarver said officers would not cite parents for blocking their own driveways. He added that the ordinance prohibiting parking in the street directly across from a driveway was necessary to prevent neighbors and others from doing so to harass homeowners. Sarver also noted that the ordinance prohibiting parking too far from the curb was necessary. He said that that officers would not cite vehicles if they were a few inches beyond the designated distance, but they need to be able to cite vehicles parked far enough from the curb that they interfere with traffic flow. Sarver said that the State of Michigan has established statutes regulating how far vehicles can be parked from crosswalks or intersecting property lines, so the City needs only to enforce the state statutes. In other business, the council: • Held a first reading of an ordinance that would eliminate the prohibition of serving alcohol at sidewalk cafes. Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield said it would be a very minor change. Hastings City Council member Don Bowers said that while the change to the wording of the existing ordinance may be small, the change itself would not be since it would allow the sale and consumption of alcohol on city sidewalks. Mansfield noted that restaurants wishing to serve alcohol in sidewalk cafes would have to be licensed annually by the state and would have to follow state regulations and guidelines. • Approved a request from Mothers of Preschoolers from Thornapple Valley Church to hold a fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 17, at Tyden Park. The council also approved a resolution to stay the necessary ordinances to allow the group to erect several tents, signs and banners in the park for the event and waive the pavilion rental fee. • Approved a request from Cindy Collins, 330 W. Court Street, to use the vacant city property west of the Adrounie House for parking for wedding reception guests from approximately 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday, May 30. Bowers cast the sole dissenting vote. • Approved a request from the Stable Mates 4-H Club to hold a rummage sale Saturday, June 5, to raise funds for the group. • Approved a request from the Barry Amateur Radio Association to hold its annual field day Saturday, June 26, and Sunday, June 27, in Tyden Park and passed a resolution to stay the necessary ordinances to allow the group to use tents and campers in the park. • Approved a request from Bret Miller to use the Fish Hatchery softball field Friday Aug. 6, through Sunday, Sunday, Aug. 8, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day. The field will be used for scrimmages between several men’s slow-pitch softball teams preparing for the National Softball Associations Regional Championship. • Approved a resolution granting the Thornapple River Rippers Quilt Guild a charitable gaming license to allow them to hold a fundraising raffle. See CITY COUNCIL, page 14 Resident upset with attorney and county official by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At Tuesday’s Barry County Board of Commissioners meeting, Middleville resident Theron Carter addressed the board during a portion of the meeting reserved for public comment and requested the resignation of Thomas Evans, prosecuting attorney of Barry County. Reading aloud a letter signed by both him and his wife, Pamela, Carter accused Evans of, among other things, not fulfilling his obligations as the county’s prosecutor in a matter allegedly involving a threat directed at the couple by a local lawyer. “I, we, are requesting the resignation of Tom Evans, Barry County prosecutor,” he said. “The latest failure to perform his duties is lack of communication, as we are the victims of white collar crime of a local attorney that threatened me, us.” In an interview after the meeting, Evans explained that Carter first informed him of the alleged threat during a chance encounter in January. Upon hearing Carter’s claim, Evans instructed Carter to contact the county’s sheriff’s department and request an investigation of the allegation, Evans said. A report by Sgt. Robert Horrmann of the sheriff’s department dated Jan. 19 shows that the alleged threat came in the form of a letter from the lawyer to Carter and his wife, wherein the lawyer references the possibility of him taking legal action against the couple. The report shows that Carter believes the letter to be related to a dispute between himself and the lawyer over a “real estate transaction.” Carter and his wife sent a letter to the lawyer Dec. 18, 2009, making reference to “fraudulent deception” and a “conspiracy,” and the allegedly threatening letter, which is dated Dec. 24, 2009, is a response from the lawyer to that earlier message. “I want you to understand this very clearly — if you, and the person advising you, do not cease your harassment of me immediately, and if you, or your advisor, do any further harm to my good reputation in any way, I will pursue all of the legal remedies available to me, including, but not limited to, defamation and stalking,” reads the Dec. 24 letter from the attorney. “Your irrational obsession causes me to [be] concerned that you might be dangerous, and I intent [sic] to alert the local police departments of my concern that you pose a potential threat to me and my office.” In a Feb. 2 correspondence from Evans to Horrmann, Evans responded to the police officer’s report, writing that the letter from the lawyer does not violate the state’s laws governing malicious written communication. “No further action can be pursued by the office of prosecuting attorney on this matter,” Evans wrote. “It is not proper for my office to take a position regarding any potential civil claim regarding the alleged incidents.” Carter and his wife also requested an investigation of the lawyer by Michigan’s Attorney Grievance Commission, however, a representative of the organization informed the couple in writing in December of 2009 that their allegations were “insufficient to warrant review by the commission.” Evans explained after the county board meeting that he was at a loss regarding Carter’s request for his resignation. “Why he has chosen to make me a person of interest, I have no idea,” he said. “We have done everything to appease him. ... Our office addressed the issues and responded to the police agency in a timely fashion.” Following the reading of Carter’s and his wife’s statement, Chairman Robert Houtman informed him that the statement would be made part of the minutes of the meeting. In other business, the board adopted a resolution to support the county’s general fund by allowing the municipality to levy property taxes this summer at a rate of 5.423 mills. According to a summary provided by the board, the recently approved millage rate is identical to the summer property tax approved last year for the county. The summary shows that the general fund is budgeted at just more than $14.1 million for this year, with nearly $10 million of that amount from property taxes. In a related action, the board passed a motion to approve a timeline detailing the events that should lead to adoption of the county’s 2011 budget. The timeline shows that the commissioners will review one or more recommended budget or budgets in August and September and adopt a budget in RESIGNATION, continued on page 6 Hastings business students fare well at national competition Two top business students from Hastings High School attended the Business Professionals of America (BPA) 2010 National Leadership Conference, “Shoot for Success,” in Anaheim, Calif., May 5 to 9. Hastings BPA chapter members Robert Endsley and Veronica Hayden joined more than 5,600 conference delegates from across the nation to participate in national level business skills competitions, workshops, general sessions, and the national officer candidate campaigns and elections. Hayden, a junior and the daughter of Jim and Karla Hayden, won seventh place out of 68 students competing in the payroll accounting event. In that event, Hayden had to answer questions about payroll procedures, complete timecards, fill out a payroll register, and journalize payroll entries. She was called onto the stage at the Saturday evening awards ceremony to receive her medal. For the first time, the awards ceremony was broadcast live on the Internet, so her parents were able to watch. Endsley, a senior and the son of Ann Endsley and Wade Endsley, placed 17th out of 63 competitors in the advanced spreadsheet applications event and 21st out of 65 in the database applications event. Advanced spreadsheet applications required students to develop effective solutions to business problems using many of the advanced features within the Microsoft Excel skill standards for the MOS Spreadsheet Expert Exam. In database applications, Endsley demonstrated database development skills including object creation, data analysis, formula creation and reporting features used in a variety of database scenarios. See, BPA, continued on page 15 Veronica Hayden and Robert Endsley placed near the top at the Business Professionals of America National Leadership Conference. �Page 2 — Thursday, May 13, 2010 — The Hastings Banner NEWS BRIEFS continued from front page barrels, poles and down and back. Belt buckles will be awarded to the winners as well as money donated by local businesses. Call Jamie Patrick at 269-290-9040 or Pamela Firlik at 269-792-6209 for more information. Hastings schools to hold reception for retirees The Hastings Board of Education is sponsoring a reception honoring staff members who retired earlier this school year or who will be leaving the district at the end of this school year. The reception is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. Monday, May 17 in the multipurpose room of Hastings Middle School, 232 W. Grand St. The presentation of certificates honoring those who are retiring will begin at 6:15 p.m. The public is invited to join the Hastings Board of Education and administrators as they honor the many years of service these individuals have given to the Hastings Area School System. Rebuilding is theme of next in webinar series The next installment of the Strategies for Community Prosperity webinar series will take place Thursday, May 20, at 1 p.m. at Kellogg Community College Fehsenfeld Center in Hastings. This month’s topic is “People Count — Rebuilding Rural Communities with People Attraction Strategies.” The Energized Youth, Energized Communities webinar that was to take place April 15 has been rescheduled for Thursday, June 3, at 1 p.m. at KCC. Seating is limited to 40 participants for each of these free sessions at KCC. For more information, contact Laurie Black at the Barry Community Foundation at 269-945-0526. Legislators talk about state issues by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Connie Giarmo from Congressman Vern Ehlers’ Grand Rapids office and State Sen. Patricia Birkholz attended the final legislative coffee May 10 sponsored by the Barry County Chamber of Commerce before its summer break. Birkholz, who cannot run for re-election because of term limits, gave an overview of recent accomplishments and a look back over her career. She told the more than 20 who attended the gathering that beginning in September or October, Michigan residents will be able to purchase a year’s entrance to state parks and boat launches for $10. Rather than the $24 annual windshield sticker, this will be a stamp on license plates. Out-of-state yearly registration will continue to be around $26, she said. Birkholz also talked about how important it was that the park registration stamp now extended to boat launches. Michigan boaters will not have to pay an additional fee to use boat launches once the stamp system is in place. She said she anticipates that the employees who worked at the entry booths at parks and boat launches will be able to be reassigned in other areas in the parks. She said she is concerned about the divisions evident within the state and the legislatures. She discussed the delay that is keeping school districts from knowing what early retirement incentive the state may offer. The senator said she would like to keep college graduates in the state. Ideally, she would like to see districts have a mix of teachers, from the newly minted to the specialized and experienced. She explained that budget bills start being reviewed by being divided and sent to both State Sen. Patricia Birkholz (left) and Connie Giarmo, a staff member of Congressman Vern Ehlers’ office, present overviews during a legislative coffee held at the Middle Villa Inn May 10. (Photo by Patricia Johns) the house and senate. Once reviewed and approved by one branch, the bills are sent to the other. “Some bills already have agreement between both houses, but some are having more trouble agreeing,” she said. Birkholz noted that there are more jobs opening in the state and new jobs pending. She discussed the need to clean up abandoned hazardous sites, and said that requiring the “polluter pay” policy is sometimes difficult. The state is looking to streamline the legislation to clean up sites faster so land can be reused and save farm land from industrial development. Birkholz also reviewed discussions that have begun on establishing drunk driving courts in the state similar to the existing drug courts. The discussion began with a review by Giarmo of Ehlers’ recent activities. He met with manufacturers. She also discussed the possibility of “cash for caulkers” program for new window and doors similar to last year’s “cash for clunkers.” Ehlers is working on regulation of financial industry but there is not an agreement yet, said Giarmo. She also talked about how comprehensive immigration reform is a “hot -button issue” with regional and party differences. Ehlers who has decided not to run again for re-election, has lots of concerns about the upcoming elections, she added. The Barry County Chamber of Commerce will hold the next legislative coffee on September 13 at 8 a.m. There is no location yet selected. Legislative coffees are held on the second Monday of each month at 8 a.m. For more information call 269-945-2454. Hastings drafting and design students earn honors at state competition Students from Hastings High School’s drafting and design class competed at the Region 4 Michigan Industrial and Technology Education Society (MITES) competition hosted by Hastings High School Thursday, April 29 and Friday, April 30. Students receiving first through fourth place at the regional level went on to state competition which was held at Lake Superior State University May 5 to 8. Hastings students at the state level competed against 6,911 other projects. In the architectural drawing area, Anthony Stiles took a first place regional award and a fourth place state award with his single-family residence drawings. Tyler Bridgman took a Pattrick Loew (from left), Alex Nichols, Dallas Pesch display their projects and awards at the state drafting and design competition. first place regional award and a second place state award with his apartment complex drawings and Brad Gagnon took a third regional award and a fourth place state award with his commercial building drawings. In the mechanical drawing area, Nathan Ford took three first place and one second place regional awards and two first place and two third place state awards with his angle grinder drawings. Kevin Osterink took a third place regional award and an eighth place state award with his computer keyboard drawing. Dallas Pesch took a first place regional award and a third place state award with his computer mouse drawing. Steven Maurer took a fourth and fifth place regional award and a sixth place state award with his cell phone drawings. Alex Auer took two third place regional awards with his hydraulic closure mechanism drawings. Alex Nichols took two first place regional awards and a first and second place state award with his door lock drawings. Anthony Veltre took two second place regional awards and fourth and fifth place state award with his air compressor valve drawings. Pattrick Loew took three first place and three second place regional awards and four second place state awards with his router drawings and a first place regional award and second place state award in the open area with the construction of his Albany cutter sleigh. Evan Shade took a fourth place regional award with his water pump drawing. Steven Endsley took a fourth place regional award Tyler Bridgman (from left), Brad Gagnon and Kevin Osterink display their drafting and design projects and state awards. TyNathan Ford (left) and Brandon Johnson display their state awards. Steven Maurer (left) and Anthony Stiles display their projects and awards. Anthony Veltre shows his project and award received at the recent competition. with his mechanical pencil drawing. Zach Olson took a second place regional award with his angle bracket drawing. Brandon Johnson took a third place regional award and a 10th place state award with his angle bearing plate drawing, and Nathan Karn took a first place regional award and a ninth place state award in the woods area with the construction of an electric guitar. Bob Carl, Hastings High School career and technical education paraprofessional, was presented with the MITES Region 4 Appreciation Award for his continued support of the drafting and design program. Region 4 includes schools in Barry, Branch, Calhoun and Hillsdale counties. A total of 651 entries were entered in Region 4 MITES competition. Thornapple Kellogg district alters administration to save funds Pattrick Loew shows his regional and state award winning Albany cutter sleigh. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Dona Raymer, the principal of Page Elementary School in the Thornapple Kellogg School District, has accepted an early retirement offer. At the Monday, May 10, board of education meeting, Superintendent Gary Rider announced how the district will shuffle the administrative team without hiring a replacement. Page Elementary School is a building for fourth and fifth grade students. Tim Shaw has been the principal at Lee Elementary School, which is a school for second and third grades. Rider announced at Monday’s meeting that Shaw would become the principal for second to fifth grades, with responsibility for leading both the Lee and Page elementary buildings. Eric Proseus who is now the assistant principal at the high school will become the assistant principal for grades two to five, working with Shaw. He will be available to assist the high school if emergencies occur. Brian Balding will combine his duties as athletic director (his current position) at the high school with assistant principal duties. Rider noted that his duties would be more of those as an assistant principal and less those of an athletic director. Pat Marsman will become the middle school assistant principal and athletic director. He will have a larger role in the middle school and high school athletic departments. Mari Price will continue as director of special education for the district. Rider said he anticipates that Price will be spending more of her time at the high school to support special education students there. Middle School Principal Mike Birely will continue with his position there as will McFall’s Jon Washburn. Rider said he believes that all the principals will be working together to provide “great education for students, even in times of economic stress.” The administrative team is still working out the details of these changes which will take effect with the start of the 2010-2011 school year. In a letter discussing the administrative team realignment, Rider writes, “we are working together on the details of the plan and how we can best make it work, starting next fall.” Rider told the members of the TK school board that this is designed to be temporary and that he hopes it is not “a long-term solution.” In the letter he wrote, “For now, it is the best direction for us to go, given the financial crisis all districts are in.” Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, May 13 — computer class on basic computer skills, 3 to 4 p.m. (call the library to register); Movie Memories’ Sandra Dee Month features “A Summer Place,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 14 — preschool story time about the moon, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Saturday, May 15 — Anime Club, 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, May 17 — library board of directors meeting (open to the public), 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 18 — toddler story time about the stars, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 19 — Tweens auction, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library for more information at 269-945-4263. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 13, 2010 — Page 3 Residents of all ages ‘march for babies’ The Preslar family is bundled up to brave the cold May morning as they cut the ribbon to start the Hastings March of Dimes. They are this year’s ambassador family. Hope (in stroller) was born prematurely, weighing 1 pound 13 ounces. She is now a healthy 3-year-old. (Photo by Helen Mudry) These ladies don ponchos to combat the wind and rain. (Photo by Helen Mudry) Brent Webb from Pennock Health Services, along with Sylvester and Bugs Bunny from MainStreet Bank, get the crowd warmed up for their March of Dimes walk around town. (Photo by Helen Mudry) Walkers dodge raindrops as they cross under the traditional balloon arch to fulfill their pledges. (Photo by Helen Mudry) The cold doesn’t seem to bother the Zimmerman boys, who served as March of Dimes ambassadors a few years ago. They are eager to get waking and return to the park for pizza. (Photo by Helen Mudry) Dr. Laura Kota speaks of the anguish she feels when she has to tell expectant parents their child will be premature. (Photo by Helen Mudry) Glen Cuddahee from Hastings Kmart tells how, nationwide, the store has raised nearly $80 million in 26 years of sponsorship. (Photo by Helen Mudry) State Rep. Brian Calley tells of feeling helpless when his son was born prematurely. Research from the March of Dimes was used to allow his son to survive. (Photo by Helen Mudry) Approximately 80 residents joined together in support of the smallest citizens of Barry County — babies — by participating in March for Babies to benefit the March of Dimes Saturday, May 8. Fish Hatchery Park was lined with strollers, families and teams to celebrate raising more than $15,000 to help babies be born healthy. Special guests at the day’s events included Jason and Lindsay Preslar, the 2010 Barry County Ambassador Family, State Rep. Brian Calley and emcees; Dave MacIntyre and Chad Henry from WBCH. Glen Cuddahee from Kmart, Dr. Laura Kota from Women’s Health First, and Brent Webb, director of Pennock Health Services Wellness and Rehabilitation spoke to walkers during opening ceremonies as DJ Mike Luke provided tunes to keep the energy high. “We’ve seen today how important it is to help our babies,” said 2010 March for Babies Chair Janet Doane. “This has been an incredible event, and I’m so proud to be part of a community where people can come together for such a great cause, especially the volunteers on the Barry County March for Babies planning committee: Troy and Janine Dalman, Carrie Zimmerman, Brent Webb, Rob Deming, and Glen Cuddahee. This day would not have been possible without our wonderful volunteers from [Youth Advisory Council], Barry County Emergency Communications Specialists, Interact Group, Dave “Stormy” Storms, YMCA and Boy Scouts Troop 175. Helping our babies should be a top priority, and we should be excited about what we’ve accomplished here today. ” “It was a memorable and rewarding day for all of us,” said Lindsay Preslar, who, along with her husband and daughters Hope, McKenna and Peyton served as the 2010 Barry County Ambassador Family. “When Hope was born premature, we decided to do everything we could to make sure that other families don’t go through what we did, and we were honored to be able to support the March of Dimes today in return for all the support they’ve given us.” Multiple Fun took third place family team, Team Winslow received second place family team and the Preslar’s team, Our Heavenly Hope, was honored as top family team. MainStreet Savings Bank earned third place corporate team, Pennock Health Services came in as second place corporate team and Kmart received the honor as top corporate team. Top walker was Margene Tagg from MainStreet Savings Bank. The top checkpoint award was given to Women’s Health First. Money raised from the event funds research, awareness, education and local community grants for programs such as prenatal education for doctors and nurses at community hospitals and the March of Dimes Family Support Specialty Program at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital. The most urgent infant health problem in the U.S. today is premature birth. It affects more than half a million babies each year, with the number growing every day. The March of Dimes issued a report card on premature birth, giving the both Michigan and the nation a “D.” According to statistics, babies born too soon are more likely to die or have disabilities. The March of Dimes is committed to reducing this toll by funding research to find the answers to premature birth and providing comfort and information to families who are affected. With chapters nationwide and its premier event, March for Babies, the March of Dimes works to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. For the latest resources and information, visit marchofdimes.com or nacersano.org. �Page 4 — Thursday, May 13, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Smoke-free law will mean a healthier Michigan 911 should remain a local issue To the editor: House Bill 5927 was introduced March 9 and is an attempt to force 911 centers in the state of Michigan that serve 100,000 people or less, to consolidate. Recently, the Michigan Communication Directors’ Association released a statement on the proposed legislation: “911 is a public safety service that is often never seen. It runs in the background of emergency events every day. Although unseen, 911 employees are the first responders to every incident and are an integral part of the local public safety team which works mainly with police, firefighters and EMS. The telecommunicators are unsung heroes who provide vital information to both citizens and the first responders who render aid. In many centers, our diverse 911 personnel are volunteer firefighters, police officers and EMTs in local departments. 911 administrators also serve on local medical control authorities, law enforcement, and firefighter organizations and many more. These local connections are a vital piece to understanding the community needs. It also plays an integral role so the community can understand the capabilities of its local 911 and of the local public safety’s future planning. Approximately 90 percent of the funding of 911 in Michigan is provided by local government in the form of telephone surcharges, millages and local general funds. The population served from one public safety answering point (PSAP) is determined locally. A general cost-saving trend today is that local governments look toward some type of consolidation, whether it be physical (moving equipment and staff to a central location) or virtual (connecting technology to provide overflow and backup capabilities). 911 is often centralized, and in some cases regionalized. A significant amount of consolidation has already taken place. Some consolidations come at a great cost and in many cases involve federal grants. Some central dispatch agencies serve more than 50 local and state public safety agencies and dispatch for multiple counties. A delicate balance between service and cost exists in every decision to provide 911 to a community. Citizens in the community may elect to receive more service in favor of higher cost. In the case of 911, local elections determine funding mechanisms and amounts of funding. These elections tell the community leaders how to distribute funds to provide this service. In Michigan, 911 has an outstanding reputation among the citizens and as a result, dedicated surcharges and millages have been passed to fund these operations. We earn the highly respected reputation we have by providing a quality service, and we welcome the high standard expected by our citizens. In addition to dispatching local police, fire departments and EMS, local 911 centers provide many services that often are not considered. These services include: • Dispatching and providing equipment (such as radios and mobile data computers) at no cost by most PSAPs, to state agencies such as the state police, DNRE, etc. • Notifying services such as MDOT, DPW, and road commission personnel. • Coordinating multiple agency responses including federal agencies such as the Coast Guard, FBI, federal marshals and emergency management. • Providing pre-arrival emergency medical direction. • Dispatching animal control officers. • Entering court-generated paperwork (warrants, personal protection orders, juvenile pick-up orders, etc.) into the Law Enforcement Information Network. • Providing responders with multiple local geographical references and directions. • Providing citizens with non-emergency information. • Providing citizens with emergency notifications through siren warnings. • Providing a variety of services to the multiple agencies after hours, such as assisting with agency sick calls. • Call outs for local public safety response teams such as, SWAT, accident teams, dive teams, detectives, medical examiners and many others. • Providing the media with important public information. • Tracking medical out-of-county transports as well as non-emergency prisoner transports. • Notifying wreckers. • Coordinating with local critical infrastructures such as local emergency planning committees. Coordination continues to remain critical for local control. 911 centers provide a service to the community that cannot be done regionally in all situations. If Michigan’s goal is cost reduction, we need to look at states that have centralized 911 and failed. New York provides a perfect example of a stressed 911 system often cited in negative news stories. New York allegedly diverts 911 funds away from public safety communications, jeopardizing federal funding. Taking away local communities right to fund their 911 Centers will in effect lower the service they receive and our state would likely divert funds to other uses as well. As proof that Michigan citizens place a high degree of importance on 911, every County in Michigan has been locally funded to purchase Phase II equipment (the ability to locate a 911 cell caller on a map). If they receive a level of service less than they expect citizens’ support for 911 will diminish. Forced consolidation will have a negative effect and is not the way to proceed into the future. The number of PSAPs statewide has already been reduced from 191 in 2001 to 178 through local consolidation efforts. This trend will continue as our PSAP organizations and counties work together to secure grants to share equipment and maintenance costs, share personnel during periods of high call volume, and establish robust networks to share data. This is currently taking place as adjacent counties work together to use each other as fully functioning back-up centers and closing down the back-up centers that sit unmanned. Michigan’s citizens and the vast majority of the public safety community will demand that 911 remain a local service.” Phyllis Fuller, director Barry County Central Dispatch Saturday, May 1, Michigan became the 38th state in the nation to enact a smoke-free law. The move comes after nearly five months after special legislation was passed. Gov. Jennifer Granholm called for a ban on smoking as part of her state of the state message in 2007 and again in 2009, signing the legislation on Dec. 18, 2009. This is important legislation, coming on the heals of the passage of President Obama’s national health care reform. Secondhand smoke is said to be the third leading cause of preventable death in Michigan, resulting in over 2,500 deaths each year. By creating a smoke-free environment, the state is moving to promote a healthier Michigan. The new law bans smoking in all work sites, including bars and restaurants except cigar bars and tobacco specialty shops that meet certain criteria, along with the gaming floors of Detroit’s three casinos. Michigan’s 20 AmericanIndian casinos were not covered under the law, so they remain exempt. Last year, members of the Barry County Health Care Coalition adopted tobacco-free campuses policies promoting healthier work places. It’s important that we all join in this effort to promote healthier lifestyles for all citizens. Last month, the governor signed into law a bill banning “texting” while driving on Michigan’s roads. The new law will go into effect July 1, making texting while driving illegal and a primary offense, meaning police can pull over motorists they see tapping out messages while operating vehicles. Violators of the new law won’t receive any points on their driver’s records but will be fined $100 for the first offense and $200 for repeat offenses. Some say the new law is a violation of their rights. Yet, think of the danger you pose to fellow motorists if you’re driving down the road with the distraction of a cell phone, trying to tap out a message. Driving on public roads is not a right, it’s a privilege we shouldn’t take lightly. Part of maintaining a Michigan driver’s license is accepting the responsibility of being a careful and cautious driver. Other motorists are counting on you to give your full and undivided attention to maintaining control of your vehicle — that Are Michigan legislators looking to put newspapers out of business? There’s a new bill before the legislature introduced by Sen. Bruce Patterson, R-Canton that would require customers to pay a deposit on each newspaper they purchase equal to one-half of the retail price of the paper. The proposal would work like the state’s bottle deposit law. Newspapers also would be required under the law to provide a redemption center to take back the newspapers and return the readers’ deposits, which means the readers would have to travel to the redemption centers, taking time and gas to turn in their old newspapers to get their deposits back. Michigan residents have plenty of places to discard old papers, and how about all the advertising inserts and magazines people get every week — why aren’t they required to pay the deposit? The bill has nothing to do with saving the environment, it’s about state governments insatiable urge to tax everything they can, because, as part of the bill, all deposits going unclaimed by readers would be collected by the state and deposited into the school aid fund. Newspapers across the state are already facing pressure from decreasing revenues due to sluggish economic conditions, yet the state is so desperate to add new taxes, they’ll do just about anything, even if it means putting one of Michigan’s largest industries out of business. Patterson’s bill has been dubbed “The Newspaper Death Act,” and rightly so. Michigan’s school aid fund won’t be solved with few nickels and dimes — we need intelligent legislators willing to drill for the big money by dealing with the real issues that are driving up the cost of educating our students. Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Recall is wrong in Prairieville Township To the editor: Prairieville Township residents have lost another trustee, one of the best. And why not? I think Bill Miller has had his fill of the distortions, ambiguities and character assassinations directed at him and the other township officials by the recall committee. Bill gave more than 30 years of devoted service to the betterment of our township, serving in many capacities. He took his responsibilities very seriously. I for one am very grateful to him. That the recall group could garner enough signatures for an election was disappointing to all concerned. But I’ll venture a guess that most of the people who signed Bill’s and the other petitions hardly, if ever, knew them. Perhaps they never even heard of them. Which begs the question: Why would anyone sign a document he or she knew nothing about? I’m wagering a guess that many of the petition signatories had the same experience as was told to me about one of the signers. When asked why they signed the petition, the signer was first surprised that it was even known they had signed — having been told that no one else would know. Secondly, the signer replied that they just wanted to get the petitioner off their porch after incessant talk by the petitioner. Had that signer been aware that they were given false information about the confidentiality of their signature, they might have questioned the validity of everything else that was told to them. That’s the sad news. The good news is that this person concluded the explanation by exclaiming Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. won’t happen if you’re texting while driving. that they have no intention of voting for this recall. You too can, and must, do the same. Your vote will help vindicate the good people affected by this terrible ordeal. And maybe you’ll help restore their dignity and reputation. Your “no” vote and the defeat of this proposal will send a powerful message to the recall committee that the recall process is not something to mess with unless it’s justifiable. The recall process is not to be used for the purpose of venting anger and frustration at any unpopular decision that our elected officials make. A limited use of the recall process is a valuable recourse we have for the purpose of ridding ourselves of elected officials who demonstrate criminal or immoral behavior. Unfortunately, like many other good things, the recall process can be used in negative ways. One negative way of using the process has been done in Prairieville Township this year. Angry citizens on the recall pac have used it to gain control and power. In so doing, damage has been done to the reputations of our elected officials, and we have lost the leadership of good and honest people. The Citizens for Common Sense in Prairieville Township, a group of folks who are strongly against this recall, can provide information on the opposing points of view concerning this issue. We have printed materials for you to read. There’s also a video that was made at a public forum in which all of the allegations on the recall petitions are addressed by each of the town- What are your hopes for Charlton Park? ship officials affected by this recall. We can share this also. It will help you to make an informed decision. Please learn all the truth before voting these good and capable people out of office. For the sake and future well-being of Prairieville Township, I urge you to vote “no” for recall. Ken Eddy, chairman, Citizens for Common Sense in Prairieville Township Times Square would-be bomber should be punished To the editor: Faisal Shahyad, a Pakistan native and naturalized U.S. citizen, who confessed to trying to explode a comb inside a vehicle in Times Square, should be charged with treason and domestic terrorism. Any American (so-called American) should get the death penalty or never see the light of day. Plus let’s try him quickly so he doesn’t leave a for however years giving him publicity. Bonnie Perez Hastings The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... The Charlton Park millage renewal was approved by Barry County voters May 4. What are you hoping Charlton Park will accomplish as “Barry County’s Park” over the next several years? A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman Cheryl Billings, Dowling: “I would like to see more activities for families that don’t cost a fortune.” Jim Eddy, Hastings: “I hope they keep the village going and use it as an educational tool to teach children about the history of Barry County.” Eric Phillips, Hastings: “I’m really happy with the turnaround at the park in the past few years, and I hope they continue with their public awareness campaign. I also hope they continue to offer the new programs they’ve had.” Jim Brown, Hastings: “I hope they can continue to make use of the park in a way that Irving Charlton intended. I also hope they continue to physically maintain the facilities and keep on offering events for the whole family.” • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 13, 2010 — Page 5 New superintendent chosen to lead Maple Valley school district Ronna Steel offered the position after 4-3 vote by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer Beginning this fall, the Maple Valley school district will have a new leader. Ronna Steel currently serves as the director of curriculum, assessment and instruction and fills the positions of high school principal and special education director at Union City Community Schools. Breckenridge Community Schools Superintendent Sean McNatt was also a finalist candidate for the position. The Maple Valley Board of Education discussed the pros and cons of both candidates after final interviews for the superintendent position at a special board meeting held Tuesday night. The first asked community members and staff who attended the site visits for each candidate last week to voice their impressions and thoughts about each visit. “I think that we all went into it pretty undecided,” said one of the participants. “In my personal opinion, we need to really find something the candidates would do well for Maple Valley. My choice after the two visits is Ronna Steel.” The group asked many community members about the candidates, including staff at the schools, area business owners and people they encountered at gas stations. “He’s [McNatt] not seen in the community as much, we learned that,” said one of those on who went on the site visits. “If you want someone who is going to bring back those tra- ditions and trust them, our choice would be Ronna Steel.” High school students Stephanie Schaffer and Zach Siple also went on the site visits and reached identical conclusions on the candidates. “Not all things the guy [McNatt] said on his resume matched up, and that was apparent from the community members,” said Siple. “On the other hand, she received constant positive feedback from community members and staff, alike.” Schaffer said the comments of staff and community members created a positive picture of the type of leader Steel would be. “Ms. Steel was very approachable,” said Schaffer. “If she’s the principal and they’re saying such great things about her, she must be doing something right.” Lori Thomas also visited both schools and said while McNatt has demonstrated the ability to balance difficult budgets, Steel also brought skills that would benefit the district. “A lot of the things Sean McNatt was able to bring, she was able to meet or exceed,” said Thomas. “We already have someone who can go in their office and crunch numbers. We already have Darryl [Sydlowski, district business manager].” Teacher Jeff Seavolt expressed a desire to have the site visits video taped, to give those board members who did not take part in the site visits a chance to see what took place. “I think he [McNatt] kind of led up to the information he wanted us to know,” said Seavolt. “I definitely think Ronna Steel would be the right choice for our situation. It almost felt like they wanted to pay us to take him [McNatt] away, and everyone in the community had a very high opinion of her [Steel].” School board vice president April Heinze Nation would gain if we overcome evil To the editor Together keep our nation great, meet the challenges of the Devil, and solve our financial problems. Alone, become a toothpick in a tornado. Eliminate a government giving us freedom to accumulate and take risks, replace it with a government owning all and giving its citizens little? No taxes, no government, no freedom. Remember Pearl Harbor. Never leave us unprotected. Protect ourselves with the best. Others want nuclear. Negotiate from a position of strength, not a position of weakness. Love your neighbor, distrust the Devil. Fight the Anti-Christ: those placing their importance above the importance of Jesus, the Christ, and bearing no fruit or good works. Is inciting fear, hate, and violence bearing the fruit of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness and self-control? Show God’s love, compassion, mercy and grace. Overcome evil with good. Hate and fear, incite violence: face judgment of the Creator. Did bullets stifle our desire to be free? Will bullets stifle others’ determination to defend their beliefs? To me, we drill offshore for a profit. Therefore, fuel will be sold to the highest bidder which will probably not be the U.S. If we deplete this resource, how will we defend ourselves? Will fuel go as our exotic wood, to Europe or Asia? Bill Byrne, Hastings Need for local foster, adoptive families is urgent To the editor: There’s an urgent need in our community for safe, permanent and loving homes for children who enter the foster care system. It is no secret to those of us who work in the human services field that today’s difficult economy brings a tremendous amount of stress upon Barry County families. These stressors bring with them an especially high risk to the well being of the vulnerable people of our community, including children. In fact, there has been a significant increase in the number of child abuse and neglect reports. For the past three years, we had seen an average of 550 investigations of abuse and neglect per year in Barry County. But this year, we are on target to reach 570 investigations. As many as 40 Barry County children may be placed in a foster home this year while we work with parents to make sure the children are safe when they return home. While that’s our priority, sometimes that’s not possible, and the children need a permanent home. That might include adoption. That’s why we need you to step up. We’ve reached a point where we are having difficulty finding homes for these children in Barry County. We are being forced to place them outside of the county, away from their family, friends, schools and support systems. Our study of the children and families we work with tells us it is much healthier for children who have been removed from their parents’ homes to remain in safe, stable homes within their communities. Our goal is that by keeping them in familiar surroundings, we can reduce the risk of further trauma these children experience. Imagine how you might feel if you were not allowed to return to your home tonight, that you could not be with your loved ones, and then add to that you now have to live with strangers, attend a different school and were not able to see your friends. The Michigan Department of Human Services and partners across the state have joined a national effort to recruit foster and adoptive parents. With the message “You don’t have to be perfect to be a perfect parent,” the campaign encourages potential adoptive families to consider adoption from foster care. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families (ACF), in partnership with the Advertising Council and the Collaboration to AdoptUsKids, is responsible for this national campaign. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/perfectparent. Our plea is that people will pick up the phone and call 269-948-3203 or 269-9483297 to inquire about being a foster or adoptive parent. It is not an easy job and one that rarely provides immediate gratification. It is, however, one that will give you a sense of fulfillment in knowing you made a significant difference in a child’s life. If you belong to a group or organization that might be interested in hearing more on this subject, you also can use the contact number above to have someone attend a meeting or gathering to share more information on how to step up and become a foster or adoptive parent. visited the home districts of both candidates and discussed the positive and negative experiences she had on both ventures. She said McNatt’s school board is happy with how he has followed their directions. He stays in contact with the board, he brought Breckenridge’s fund equity up to $300,000 from just $40,000, he works hard, is good at finding grants and helped pass a millage renewal. On the negative side, Heinze said McNatt is not a people person, has a very direct communication style and led the Maple Valley board to believe he was not interviewing for other superintendent positions when he has in fact interviewed at Lake Fenton. McNatt also led the board to believe he was very involved in the community, however, when he was asked during the site visit, he said he has not been very active due to spending so much time on the budget. Heinze also mentioned a letter that was signed by over 100 community and staff personnel at Breckenridge. “No one was able to give a clear idea of what the petition was,” said Heinze. “One board member said it was a letter with 100 or more signatures that those who put forth the petition wanted to be part of his evaluation … We came away with more questions.” Heinze said that with Steel, the only faults she could come up with were that Steel works too hard, doesn’t take time for herself, has never set a budget though she has been part of team who has set one and has only sat in on negotiations and never actually negotiated a contract herself. Board member Kevin Rost said the Steel is “the complete package,” except for the budget aspect. Though not a people person, Rost said McNatt is a business person who could “get money in the bank.” Anthony Shaw, the newest member of the board, said that while both candidates were very strong, McNatt followed the board’s directives well and was able to turn the finances of the district around. “Sean had a very specific purpose; he’s done well filling that role. He has done phenomenal … He has done exactly what he’s been asked to do [by the board] and that’s what he was expected to do … I don’t fault him at all, and I’ve done my homework well,” said Shaw. “I have no problem with either candidate, but just remember what’s been said in this room when we go through cuts next year.” Shaw cited the community survey administered by Eaton Intermediate School District to discover what the community and staff feels are the most important aspects to look for in a new superintendent. Shaw said the three top categories were finances, accountability and community. “She had accountability and community. He had financial,” said Heinze. Board member Tim Burd made a motion to hire McNatt, the motion was seconded by Rost. The vote failed after a 3-4 vote. Rost, Burd and Shaw voted in favor on the motion. Heinze then made a motion to hire Steel. The motion was seconded by Andrea Montgomery and passed after a 4-3 vote. Heinze, Montgomery, Wayne Curtis and Teresa Allen voted in favor of the motion. Under the advisement of Al Widner from SUPERINTENDENT, continued on page 7 Former superintendent addresses high school seniors On Monday, more than 50 young men from Hastings High School attended the latest Senior Boys Luncheon hosted by the Hastings Rotary Club. In addition to lunch and fellowship, students in attendance were able to enjoy a speech delivered by Larry Schlack, the former superintendent of the Barry Intermediate School District. Schlack’s speech, titled “Life and Work After High School — What’s Out There?” highlighted the benefits of college education, while emphasizing the opportunities available to those young adults who do not earn a college degree. The former superintendent told seniors that success does not necessarily depend upon completion of college. Citing statistics, he said 20 percent of jobs require a bachelor’s degree, while 70 percent of jobs require some kind of training beyond a high school education. Having replaced reading, writing and arithmetic, the “three Rs” of today are reasoning, relationships and responsibility, he said, adding that, in today’s fast-paced marketplace, learning is lifelong. Schlack explained that there exists seven kinds of “smarts,” including artistic; athletic; build-it, make-it or fix-it; number; outdoor; social; and word. He went on to talk about the more than 99 careers available that do not require four years of higher education, referencing pursuits involving everything from trades to marketing to civil service. College is not a place for career exploration, Schlack explained. Above all else, he stressed that people who have decided not to attend college should not feel like failures. Success depends solely upon the individual, he said. Brad Johnson, president of the Hastings Rotary Club, stands next to Larry Schlack (left) at Monday’s Senior Boys Luncheon. Joining the high school seniors who attended the luncheon are Brad Johnson, president of the Hastings Rotary Club, and Larry Schlack. Jerome Colwell, director of human services, Barry and Eaton counties Area Locations to purchase the Hastings Banner! Hastings High School SENIORS ... The Annual Graduation Issue of ... will be June 3, 2010 Please have your pictures to the J-Ad Graphics office or the high school office by Friday, May 21st *NOTE” If your portraits were done at White’s Photo or Picture This Photography they have already furnished us with a copy. 07541574 Middleville: Speedway Middleville Marketplace Greg’s Get-It-N-Go Shell Gun Lake: Sam’s Gourmet Foods Gun Lake Amoco Orangeville: Orangeville Fast Stop Pine Lake: Pine Lake Grocery Prairieville: Bradley Fast Stop Cloverdale: Cloverdale General Delton: Felpausch Michigan Short Stop Shell Fine Lake: Fine Lake Party Store Banfield: Banfield General Store Lacey: Clyde’s Sportsman Post Dowling: Goldsworthys Dowling General Store Woodland: Woodland Express Nashville: Trading Post Little’s Country Store Shell MV Pharmacy Nashville C Store Carl’s Lake Odessa: Lake-O-Express Lake-O-Mart Shell Carl’s Freeport: L & J’s Freeport Milling Shelbyville: Weick’s Food Town The Store at Southshore 77542189 Hastings: One Stop Shop (BP) (M-43 North) Tom’s Market Superette Family Fare One Stop Food (BP) (M-37 South) Hastings Speedy Mart (Shell) Bosley Back Door Deli Admiral Penn-Nook Gift Shop P.B. Gas Station (W. State St.) Eye-N-ENT BP Gas Station (M-37 West) Algonquin Lake Party Store Xpress Mart ATTENTION �Page 6 — Thursday, May 13, 2010 — The Hastings Banner DISMISSED, continued from page 1 es to receive a discount for the fuel and was responsible for collecting money for the fuel transactions. Mark Anderson, part of the airport board, said due to the diligent work of current airport manager Mark Noteboom, all of the funds have been recovered. “Mark Noteboom has been handling it and has worked on it for over a year,” said Anderson. “Hundreds of hours of research have gone into this case.” Noteboom successfully won a court case against Hastings Sky Dive, and the airport was awarded $3,000 for unpaid fuel. As part of the agreement to have the charges dismissed, Blair paid the $7,600 outstanding debt of Kuzava, along with his own debt to the airport. Anderson said the board is happy to have the money paid back and is satisfied with the results of the investigation. “We have successfully collected all the money from the people he gave cards to. Mark’s [Noteboom] stand was that he just wanted the bills paid and didn’t necessarily want to prosecute. He [Blair] had to admit his guilt and pay back the money. If he had just settled up front a year ago, he could have avoided all of this,” said Anderson. Though Blair will not have a conviction on his record, Anderson said the fact that the case went as far as it did and Blair admitted his guilt will probably hamper his future business endeavors. Along with Noteboom, Anderson said the prosecutor’s office did a great job handling the case and also deserves credit for wrapping up a lengthy investigation. Worship Together… Area Obituaries Mary Ellen Goggins Irene Pixley Robert J. Shumway 77545667 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH The Seventh Sunday of Easter May 16 - Worship Worship 8:00 & 10:45; Sunday School 9:30; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover-grace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour with Directory Photo Session; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group; 6 p.m. Church information Class. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 5 p.m. Directory Photo Session; 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Saturday 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice. Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Prayer Ministry Meeting. Wednesday 12 p.m. Newsletter Deadline This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 B OSLEY 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 RESIGNATION, from page 1 October. The board heard a presentation made by eighth grade Lakewood Middle School students Jessica Almas, Jared Hawley, Trinity Miller and Devon Walkington on the dangers of underage drinking. Peter Bannow, a counselor at the school, explained that the children were part of Students Taking A New Direction, an organization available for participants across Michigan to join that seeks to educate young adults about the dangers of substance abuse. The board also took the following actions: • Amended the bylaws governing the Barry County Charlton Park Village and Museum Board to require all members of the board to be sworn in and given picture identification reflecting their membership on the board. • Amended the bylaws governing the Barry County Parks and Recreation Board to require all members of the board to be sworn in. • Supported changing the name of the Hastings Area Joint Planning Committee to the Hastings Area Joint Planning Alliance. • Allowed nearly $13,000 of funds allocated to the county’s Michigan State University Extension office to be put toward a matching grant of $67,000 that is being sought through the Michigan Department of Agriculture’s Specialty Crops Grant Program. • Renewed an agreement to allow Barry and other counties and entities to continue to partner with the Michigan Works Association. HICKORY CORNERS, MI - Irene Pixley, of Hickory Corners, passed away May 10, 2010, at Rose Arbor Hospice. Irene was born May 14, 1925, in Delton, the daughter of Charles and Myrtle (Powers) Hammond. As a young girl, she loved to go deer hunting with her father, and later with her husband. Irene loved music, as she played the piano and organ and she was also a founding member of the Delton Sweet Adelines, and a member of the International Sweet Adelines. Irene enjoyed knitting, crocheting and needlepoint and catching and eating blue gills. Irene was a retiree of James River Corporation, where she worked in the cost accounting department for over 20 years. A former treasurer and member of the Prudence Noble Chapter of the Eastern Star, #366 for many years, Irene was currently a member of the Bedford Eastern Star #471 and a lifetime member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post #484. On December 14, 1946, she married Clarence "Stub" Pixley, and he preceded her in death on March 20, 2008. She is survived by sons, Charles (Marilyn) Pixley of Winterville, GA, Fred Pixley of Richland, and Matt (Julie) Pixley of Hickory Corners; nine grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother Lloyd Hammond. The family will receive friends Thursday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Delton where a Eastern Star Service will be conducted at 7p.m. A funeral service will be conducted Friday, May 14, 2010 at 11a.m. at the Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Pastor Jeff Worden officiating. Burial will take place at East Hickory Corners Cemetery. Memorial contributions to Rose Arbor Hospice or American Cancer Society will be appreciated. Please visit www.williamsgoresfuneral.com to view or sign Irene's online guest book. Vera Ruth Pryor Vera Ruth Pryor was born to Blanche and Howard Fogle in Detroit, on Valentine’s Day, 1927. She graduated with honors from Sexton High School and attended MSU in Lansing, while working as an executive secretary for Oldsmobile. She was active in the South Baptist Church. In 1948, she married Robert Bruce Pryor, M.D., and moved to Hastings where he set up practice and she managed the business while raising three children and building a new home. Active in the Presbyterian Church, she sang in the choir, played the piano and organ, and served the community through the Women’s Association. A talented musician, she also accompanied many students in music competitions. A thoughtful listener, she mentored young people in Hastings and throughout her life. In 1981, she moved to Grand Rapids, and sang in the Chamber Choir, the Fountain Street Choir, and the GR Symphony Choir, performing in the production of Aida. She loved the Symphony and attended each concert enthusiastically. Vera was a devoted member of the Fountain Street Church where she embraced the spiritual and intellectual growth at the church. She was a founding member of a women’s spirituality group that continues to celebrate women in their lives. A student of life, she loved books and was always learning and teaching others. After several difficult surgeries, she renewed her life-energy through swimming and meeting new friends. She was a beauty all her life, inspiring those around her with her sense of fashion, dignity, humor, and belief in each human being. Vera was a devoted sister to Joan Best and Harold Fogle, M.D., both of S. California, both deceased. She is survived by her beloved sister Alice Bentley, of Warren. Vera is celebrated by her three children, Lynda Pryor Hamilton, married to Glenn Hamilton, M.D., Dayton, OH, James Pryor, Hastings and Honolulu, and Diane Pryor, Ft. Lauderdale and Grand Rapids. She was immensely proud of her grandchildren, James Hamilton, M.D. and his wife Corri, Katherine Hamilton, and Elizabeth Hamilton. Filled with life always, she passed away suddenly in her home on Earth Day, April 22. A celebration of her life will be held at Fountain Street Church, 24 Fountain St. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, Sunday, May 23, 2010 at 3 p.m. www.fountainstreet.org. Memorial Contributions for Vera Pryor may be made to: Fountain Street Church Choir Robe Fund. MDOT partner to seek public feedback on roundabouts Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes HASTINGS - Mary Ellen Goggins, age 79, of Hastings, passed away on Sunday, May 9, 2010 at Butterworth Hospital. She was born August 14, 1930, the daughter of Frank and Gladys (Beck) Kelly. Mary Ellen attended and graduated from Hastings High School in 1948. She worked for J-Ad Graphics for 20 years and West Michigan Book Binders in Wayland. She married Francis R. Goggins on September 3, 1949. Mary Ellen attended St. Rose of Lima Church. She was a 4-H leader for many years, was involved with cub scouts, and attended horse shows, as part of the family business. Mary Ellen enjoyed playing cards, especially Bridge and her greatest joy in life was taking care of her children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, William; daughter-inlaw Karen; granddaughter Kelly and four brothers. She is survived by her children, Robert (JoAnn) Goggins of Hastings, Nancy Goggins of Hastings, Dan (Melissa) Goggins of Hastings, Tim (Kathryn) Goggins of Grand Rapids, Mike (Cheryl) Goggins of Hastings; 15 grandchildren and 16 greatgrandchildren; brothers, Patrick Kelly of Allegan, William (Mary) Kelly of Niles; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral mass will be held Thursday, May 13, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the St Rose of Lima Church in Hastings. Fr. Alfred J. Russell Celebrant. Burial will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). HASTINGS, MI - Robert J. Shumway, age 88, of Hastings, passed away on Tuesday, May 11, 2010 at Thornapple Manor in Hastings. He was born December 21, 1921, the son of John G. and Letha (Nye) Shumway. Robert attended Lake Odessa Public School and Wayne State University, graduating in 1950. He was a pharmacist for Jacobs Rexall Pharmacy for 45 years, retiring in 1996. Robert served in World War II, US Army Air Corps, in radio services, having the rank of Master Sergeant. He was stationed in England, North Africa, Malta and Italy. Robert married Betty (Stamp) Shumway on June 21, 1947 at East Grand Boulevard Methodist Church in Detroit. He was a member of the Hastings Lions Club from 1955 to 1984. He enjoyed outdoor sports, traveled extensively with his wife after his retirement and spent time with family. Robert was preceded in death by his grandparents, William and Edith; parents; sisters, Katherine Joan, Bernice and Margaret; and brother, Roy. He is survived by his wife, Betty (Stamp) Shumway; daughters, Janice Morgan and Connie (Darrell) Peterson; sons, Brian (Anne) Shumway, Bill (Melissa) Shumway, Bob (Marva) Shumway, Mike (Vivyanne) Shumway; sister, Jean (Howard) Wilson; brothers, Dick (Anne) Shumway, John (Barbara) Shumway; 15 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting contributions be made to Thornapple Manor, 2700 Nashville Rd., Hastings, MI 49058. Visitation will be held Friday, May 14, from 6-8 p.m. and again on Saturday, May 15, 12:30 p.m. until service time, at the Girrbach Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 15, 2010, 2 p.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Rev. George Speas will be officiating the service. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 The Michigan Department of Transportation, in conjunction with Wayne State University (WSU), is conducting a new online survey aimed at finding out what motorists think about roundabouts. The WSU Transportation Research Group is compiling the survey data for MDOT as part of an Office of Research and Best Practices contract. The 15-question survey is a key piece in the research process designed to collect important feedback on experience with roundabouts, including frequency of roundabout use, opinions about roundabout safety and how they work, and feedback on future roundabout public awareness campaigns. Surveys can be accessed at www.michigan.gov/roundabout by clicking on the ‘Take the roundabout survey’ link. All com- pleted surveys must be received on or before Friday, June 11. For questions about the MDOT roundabout research project, contact Dr. Peter Savolainen at the WSU Transportation Research Group at 313-577-9950. �Social News The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 13, 2010 — Page 7 Seventh grade boys take Battle of the Books title Forty-six Hastings Middle School and St. Rose students, on 15 different teams, took part in this year’s Battle of the Books, a voluntary reading incentive program sponsored by the school and the Hastings Public Library. Fifteen books were chosen by a committee consisting of teachers, parents and library staff. Students who chose to battle, picked a team of three. The 15 teams were divided into two pools based on their performance on a written test. Then, each team battled every other team in its pool, answering detailed questions created by the committee about the books. The top two teams from each pool then went into head to head for the championship. After the paper dust had settled, the team of seventh graders Marshall Cherry, Damon Cove and Ronnie Collins was declared winner and the sixth grade team of Connor Shea, Becky Maurer and Laura Brasseur took sec- Winners of the 2010 Hastings Middle School Battle of the Books is the first place team (from right) of Marshall Cherry, Damon Cove and Ronnie Collins. The second place team consists of Becky Maurer, Laura Brasseur and Connor Shea. “One goal of Battle of the Books is to support students in their love and discovery for reading by introducing them to a variety of quality literature,” said a Battle of the Books spokesperson, adding that this year, they added literary lunches. Participants were able to read or discuss books during their lunch breaks, and snacks were provided. The program was made possible with support and funding from the Middle School Parent Organization, Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation and The Barry Intermediate School District. Others who contributed to the program included Cheryl Goggins, Peggy Hemerling and others on the Hastings Public Library staff, Colleen Garber, Mary Atkinson, Jim Atkinson, Amy Cherry, Amy Collins, Rene Haywood, Jennifer Hayes, Amy Murphy, Karyn Johnson and Jane Parker. Hobert-Folk Harrington/Hoag She said “yes”. On Easter Sunday Harold Harvey Hoag Jr. and Jennifer Jean Harrington were engaged to be married. Harold is employed with Hull Lift Truck and Jennifer is employed at Go Go Auto Parts. An October 2010 wedding is planned. Trentynn James Downing is pleased to announce the engagement of his mother, Fawn Marie Hobert to Scott William Folk. Fawn is the daughter of Teresa (Sinclair) Dinger of Hastings. Scott is the son of the late Paul and Eva Folk of Kalamazoo. Fawn is currently a stay at home mom taking care of her wonderful little boy Trentynn. Scott is employed at Pepsi in Kalamazoo. A 2010 wedding is being planned. Theda Weeks Gardner celebrating 90th birthday ond. In all, more than 75 students read some of the selected books. Several prizes were awarded to readers at a celebration breakfast. the EISD, the board voted to put forth a unanimous motion to show its full board support of Steel. Widner explained that the motion demonstrates that, “whether it’s 4-3 or 6-1, it’s a board decision and once the board has spoken, it’s a board decision and we will support that decision.” The board will hold its next regular meeting Monday, May 10, at 7 p.m. in the administration office at the high school. 77545787 • • • • • New & Used Tires Brakes Batteries Tune-Ups Mufflers er in 1989; a brother, Frederick Glen (Betty) in 1986; and sister, Thalia Joan Eads (Alvin) in 2009. He is survived by a brother, Donald Lee (Deanna) of Romeoville, IL and a sister, Sandra Lee Starlin of Belmont, MI. Jim was married to Margaret Ann McGinty in 1954 with whom he had three children who survive him: James Willard (Debra) of Elbert, CO, Donald Frederick (Hutsien) of McLeansville, NC, and Carol Ann McKelvey (Justin) of Dowling, MI. This marriage ended in 1970. He was married in 1971 to Jo Ann (Stricklen) Aldrich. Over the years, they enjoyed fishing and camping. She taught him to play bridge, which led to frequent bridge nights with his sister Thalia and Al. They also took many vacations together, and the foursome often golfed together. Jo Ann predeceased him in 2006. Jim is also survived by six grandsons, Christopher, Justin, Matthew, Benjamin, Jeremy and Jose “Ricky” Ortiz; two granddaughters, Judy Brown Purdue (Dustin) and Sandra Ortiz Citron (Howard); one great granddaughter, Kegan and expecting his first great grandson, William. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, May 21, 2010 at 1 p.m. at Ft. Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, officiated by James McKelvey. 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You will also be responsible for screening, evaluation, & treatment of our long term care residents. We also are growing our outpatient program. Experience in Acute Care and outpatient would be preferred, but all qualified candidates will be considered. Please submit resume in confidence to: Thornapple Manor - Human Resources, 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Email to johnsonsj@thornapplemanor.com or fax to (269) 948-0265 No phone calls please. EOE. — ADVERTISEMENT — McKeown Bridge Park Vault Toilet 06715212 Barry County, Michigan 1. RECEIPT OF BIDS: Sealed bids for construction and placing a precast concrete vault toilet at McKeown Bridge Park, Barry County, Michigan will be received by Barry County, the OWNER, at the Administrative Offices, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, Attention: Warren Wheeler, until 4:00 p.m. local time in effect on 27 May 2010, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. The envelope containing the bid must be identified on the outside as “Bid for McKeown Bridge Park Vault Toilet.” 2. SCOPE OF PROJECT: The project consists of construction and placing a precast concrete vault toilet building and all fixtures in accordance with the following specification. Specification is for a CXT Gunnison style Vault Toilet Building or other designs meeting the requirements of the bid specifications. 3. EXAMINATION OF DOCUMENTS: Plans and specifications for the Project may be examined at the following locations after 13 May, 2010: a. Barry County Administrative Offices, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 b. www.barrycounty.org 4. BID SECURITY: A bid bond or a certified check in the amount equal to five percent (5%) of the total amount of the proposal will be required. 5. WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS: No bidder may withdraw its proposal for a period of 60 days after the actual date of opening thereof. This time period may be extended by mutual agreement of the OWNER and any Bidder or Bidders. 6. RIGHT TO REJECT BIDS: The Owner reserves the right to accept any proposal, to reject any and all proposals and to waive any irregularities in proposals. If award is made, it will be to the bidder whose proposal is considered to be in the best interest of the Owner. 7. QUESTIONS: All questions are to be directed to Warren Wheeler, 616.437.6993 77545884 • • • • • M66 Tire Nelson James Brown NASHVILLE, NC - Nelson James Brown, age 78, died suddenly on December 11, 2009 in Nashville, NC. He was born January 28, 1931 in Grand Rapids, to Floyd Nelson Brown, a toolmaker, and Marjorie Emma (Combs) Brown. As a child, his family moved frequently, attending eight different schools before he enrolled at Creston High School, graduating in 1949. He earned his industrial engineering degree from Western Michigan University, where he was a member of Alpha Phi Omega. He served in the military 1949-1960, both the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Air Force, attending the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis 1951-52. An engineer at Lear Siegler in the 1960’s, he was part of the team that produced the landing system for Apollo 11. In 1979, he accepted a position with AlliedSignal Aerospace Div and moved to Koontz Lake, IN. He transferred in 1985, settling in Nashville, NC. Known as the family historian, Jim was a member of several genealogical groups. He was also active in Sierra Club and volunteered with trail building groups. A member of the Boy Scouts as a young man, he later served as troop leader. He enjoyed life by camping, gardening, cooking, and golf. He was also a worthy chess player who was usually five moves ahead of his opponent. At the age of 13, his father was killed in WWII. He was also predeceased by his moth- The 77543076 SUPERINTENDENT, continued from page 5 ® Ethan Haywood (left), Suzie Lenz, and Matt Johnson choose prizes at a celebration after the Battle of the Books. 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 JACKIE THOMPSON 8/30/57 ~ 5/16/09 We thought of you with love today. But that is nothing new. We thought of you yesterday. And days before that, too. We think of you in silence. We often speak your name. Now all we have is memories. And your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake. With which we’ll never part. God has you in His keeping. We have you in our hearts. Borrowed words that say it all. It’s been a year and all that loved you, strive to remember all the happy times to calm the grief. From Randy, Family and all that loved you so very much (Give Skeeter & Buddy a good foot rub.) 77545812 Theda Weeks Gardner will be celebrating her 90th birthday on May 22nd with her family. You can help make her day more special by sending a card to her at 9950 S. Clark Rd., Nashville, MI 49073. �Page 8 — Thursday, May 13, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of Tonight the Lake Odessa Area Historical Society will meet at St. Herman’s Orthodox Church at Woodbury at 7p.m. Visitors and guests are always welcome. Michael and wife Dara will lead their visitors on a tour of the church. The society has other May events on tap. Tuesday, May 18, the LOAHS will be host to the Tri-River Museum group at 10 a.m. On Friday evening, May 28, the society will host its annual military tribute. Details about nominations will be printed in Lakewood News. The Depot Museum Complex then will be open extra time, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Hours will be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, at Lakeside Cemetery. This is a fine opportunity for local people and their guests from out of town to come for a visit. The museum will have on display items from each of the wars in which this nation has been involved. The Sebewa Center United Methodist Church will hold its monthly public dinner Saturday, May 15. This month’s menu includes beef and noodles plus other good food. Saturday, May 22, the Bowne Center United Methodist Church will have another dinner featuring pot roast with other good food. Monday evening, James and Holley Bandfield and the Ted Armstrongs entertained the Alethians of Central United Methodist Church at the Bandfield home on Morrison Lake. The evening speaker was Marti Lind relating an overview of her work as a counselor/therapist. The Alethians are looking forward to their 55th annual chicken barbecue in July. Sunday, many families entertained their visiting children or maybe their parents. The Bandfields of Dausman Park hosted the family of their daughter including 2-year-old triplets, two girls and a boy. Last week the women’s fellowship of First Congregational Church hosted Vermontville ladies and their pastor Israel Young for a noontime meal. A few gentlemen, husbands of members and the local pastor also attended. Following the meal Betty Yeiter of rural Lowell shared on the screen pictures from her 2009 trip to Israel with excellent commentary. This is a annual exchange of visits, alternating between the two congregational women’s fellowship groups. Lilacs are in full bloom or fading, weeks earlier than usual. The flower beds at the Depot Museum are in full color, thanks to the Lake Odessa Garden Club, which tends and plants the beds. The largest bed is rimmed with colorful grape hyacinths. This makes quite a visual statement. Most tulips are fading. Peony bushes are in bud. Rhubarb is large enough to pick to make into seasonal desserts. Some people have their lawn furniture or porch furniture in place for summer leisure. People have reported seeing visible rows of corn in farm fields. The local garden club will hold its annual perennial exchange at the depot Saturday, May 15. Come with your extras, swap for someone else’s plants. If you have none to bring, come any how and get some for a pittance gift. Graduating invitations are in the mail and bids for graduation open houses are popping up. Local churches will be honoring their college and high school graduates in the coming Sundays. Choice newspapers stashed in a Clarksville home have come to light. The chief story in February 1922 was the upcoming marriage of Princess Mary, daughter of King George V and Queen Mary to Viscount Lascelles at Westminister Abbey. The wedding cake was delivered early to the palace. It was six feet high, 500 paste, and was considered a masterpiece of the baker’s art. — ADVERTISEMENT — McKeown Bridge Shade Shelter Barry County, Michigan 1. RECEIPT OF BIDS: Sealed bids to supply and deliver a prefabricated steel shelter at McKeown Bridge Park, Barry County, Michigan will be received by Barry County, the OWNER, at the Administrative Offices, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, Attention: Warren Wheeler, until 4:00 p.m. local time in effect on 27 May 2010, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. The envelope containing the bid must be identified on the outside as “Bid for McKeown Bridge Park Shade Shelter.” 2. SCOPE OF PROJECT: The project consists of construction and delivery of a prefabricated steel shelter in accordance with the following specification. Specification is for an ICON HX28TA-P4 prefabricated steel shelter or other designs meeting the requirements of the bid specifications. 3. EXAMINATION OF DOCUMENTS: Plans and specifications for the Project may be examined at the following locations after 13 May, 2010: a. Barry County Administrative Offices, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 b. www.barrycounty.org 4. WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS: No bidder may withdraw its proposal for a period of 60 days after the actual date of opening thereof. This time period may be extended by mutual agreement of the OWNER and any Bidder or Bidders. 5. RIGHT TO REJECT BIDS: The Owner reserves the right to accept any proposal, to reject any and all proposals and to waive any irregularities in proposals. If award is made, it will be to the bidder whose proposal is considered to be in the best interest of the Owner. 6. QUESTIONS: All questions are to be directed to Warren Wheeler at 616.437.6993 77545882 EDWARD JONES When investing, learn aspects of risk In life, you can’t avoid all risks — and you shouldn’t try, because endeavors that carry risk also bring the prospect of reward. And it’s certainly the same in the investment world. So instead of trying to invest risk-free, which is impossible, learn to recognize the different types of investment risk while becoming familiar with your own risk tolerance. To start with, let’s quickly look at some of the most common forms of investment risk: • Risk of losing principal — This is the type of risk most commonly associated with investing. You could lose some, or even all, of your principal if you sell an investment, such as a stock, whose value has dropped lower than the purchase price. You can’t eliminate the risk of losing principal, but you may be able to reduce it by buying quality stocks and holding them long enough to overcome short-term market drops. • Inflation risk — With an investment that pays a fixed rate of return, such as a certificate of deposit (CD), you run the risk of not keeping up with inflation, which means you could lose purchasing power over time. Consequently, it’s a good idea not to “overload” on these types of investments. • Interest-rate risk — When you own a bond, your investment is somewhat at the mercy of changing market interest rates. For example, if you buy a bond that pays four percent interest, and market rates rise so that newly issued bonds pay five percent, the relative value of your bond will go down; no one will pay you face value of your bond when they can get new ones that pay higher rates. Of course, if you hold your bonds until maturity, which is often a good idea, you can avoid being victimized by interest-rate risk. • Concentration risk — This type of risk occurs when you have too much of your money concentrated in one area, such as in a particular stock or in one industry. If a downturn strikes that stock or industry, your portfolio could take a big hit. To combat this type of risk, you need to diversify your holdings among stocks, bonds, government securities and other investments. While diversification, by itself, cannot guarantee a profit or protect against a loss, it can help reduce the effect of volatility. In addition to understanding the above types of risk, you also need to be familiar with your own risk tolerance and how it affects your investment strategy. If you are constantly worried about “the market,” you’ve probably got too many investments that are at risk of losing principal. At the other end of the spectrum, if you’re always concerned that your portfolio won’t grow enough to generate the income you’ll eventually need for retirement, you may be investing too conservatively — and, as a result, you’re inviting inflation risk. Ultimately, you need to match your own risk tolerance with a strategy that allows you to achieve your goals. This will require selfawareness, patience, discipline — and, at times, a willingness to move outside your own “comfort zone.” By learning to balance and manage risk, you can ultimately put yourself in a position to pursue your investment strate- Proposed township budget up, library budget down by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At Tuesday’s meeting of the Hastings Charter Township Board, two presentations were delivered to the board, including one by Dave DeHaan, a representative of the auditing firm Walker, Fluke and Sheldon, and another by Evelyn Holzwarth, administrator of the Hastings Public Library. Delivering the results of an audit of the township’s 2010 budget, DeHaan explained that, from a record-keeping perspective, the audit yielded the best possible findings. “The township received an unqualified, or what we call a clean, opinion,” he said. According to DeHaan, the township’s most recent budget shows assets of approximately $1.7 million, up roughly $400,000 from the assets detailed in its previous year’s budget. He explained that the difference is accounted for by the recent construction of a sewer sys- tem to service properties in a portion of the township and other areas. “The big increase is due to the sewer project,” he said. DeHaan explained that the 2010 budget shows revenues of approximately $485,000 and expenses of about $461,000. In comparison, the previous year’s budget details revenues and expenses of approximately $461,000 and $471,000, respectively, he expounded. Addressing the township’s general fund, DeHaan explained that the most recent budget shows a balance of just over $800,000. Prior to concluding his presentation, DeHaan commended the board for the level of diversification demonstrated by the township’s fiscal savings and the level at which those savings are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. During her presentation, Holzwarth discussed a preliminary budget for the library’s 2010-11 fiscal year, explaining that it is balanced and shows revenues and expenditures both totaling just over $738,000. In comparison, the budget for the library’s 2009-10 fiscal year shows revenues and expenditures of BARRY COUNTY HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE, TIRE, AND MEDICINE COLLECTION! Saturday, May 15, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. At the Barry County Fairgrounds, 1350 N. M-37 Hwy. Don’t Rush to Flush! Help keep Your Home, Environment and Community Safe DISPOSE OF PRESCRIPTION DRUGS AND MEDICATIONS SAFELY Please keep medicine in original containers with name of drug clearly labeled. Do not pour paint, solvent, medicine, automotive oil, or chemicals down the drain or dump them in the trash where they may end up in our drinking water and lakes! Do not hold on to scrap or junk tires. Bring your items to the Barry County Household Hazardous Waste and Medicine Collection! Latex Paint: when dry it can go to the landfill Propane Tank Commercially Generated Waste Radioactive Material Explosives Electronic Waste Unknown Wastes WE CAN ACCEPT STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 21.59 +.33 AT&T 25.64 -.26 CMS Energy Corp 15.46 -.65 Coca-Cola Co 53.61 +.43 Dow Chemical Co 27.89 -1.42 Exxon Mobil 64.46 -2.01 Family Dollar Stores 39.98 +.55 First Financial Bancorp 17.92 +.16 Flowserve CP 111.96 +1.25 Ford Motor Co 12.31 -.54 Intl Bus Machine 126.89 -1.23 JCPenney Co 29.07 +.90 Johnson & Johnson 64.67 -.03 Kellogg Co 54.38 +.25 McDonald’s Corp 70.48 -.16 Pfizer Inc 17.01 -.25 Sears Holding 113.22 -4.59 Spartan Motors 5.37 -.43 TCF Financial 18.08 -.30 Walmart Stores 52.46 -1.56 Gold $12.32.28 +$59.06 Silver $19.34 +$1.41 Dow Jones Average 10,748.26 -178.51 Volume on NYSE -- Hastings Charter Township has ‘clean’ audit Sponsored by the Barry County Solid Waste Oversight Committee with thanks to the Barry County Fair Board, Waste Management, Barry-Eaton District Health Department, the Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force, Sheriff’s Department and Local Pharmacies WE CANNOT ACCEPT gy. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. SCRAP AND JUNK TIRES There will be a charge for each* clean, scrap or junk tire brought to the collection: Tire Type Standard tires Standard Tire on Rims Truck Tire (16.5” - 19.5”) Truck Tires on Rims Tractor Tractor Tires on rims *Additional charge for soiled or dirty tires Cost $1.00 $2.00 $3.00 $6.00 $15.00 $27.00 77545737 Aqueous acids and bases; oil based paints; reactives; solvents; aerosol cans; automotive liquids; pesticides (liquids and solids); alkaline, nickel-cadmium and/or silver oxide batteries; liquid cleaners; heavy metal solutions; mercury-containing articles; prescription and over-the-counter medicines; Motor Oil (10 gallons per vehicle); automotive batteries. For questions or for prices of tires over 19.5” call (269) 945-9516 extension 3-5 slightly more than $770,000 and just over $760,000, respectively. Describing some of the differences between the previous year’s budget and the preliminary budget, Holzwarth explained that, while last year’s budget includes $5,000 in state aid, the preliminary budget for this year does not reflect any such income. “We set the state aid for zero next year,” she said. “We just do not know what is going to happen, and we decided it was safer to budget very conservatively on state aid and let it be a surprise than to do anything else. ... There will be state aid; we just don’t know what that figure is.” Regarding grants, Holzwarth explained that no grants are anticipated in the preliminary budget, despite $10,000 of such funding being part of the 2009-10 budget. Most of the grants available to libraries come from federal sources, but recent changes have prevented libraries from receiving those grants, she elaborated. “The federal government has not put in any money into the library grant system,” she said. “It’s all going ... straight to state budgets.” According to Holzwarth, the anticipated lack of grants made to the library will be counteracted with private contributions, which total $40,000 in the preliminary budget, up $5,000 from the previous year’s budget. “We’ve been very blessed by private contributions,” she said. Speaking of other differences between the two budgets, Holzwarth explained that the most recent budget shows 5 percent less funding from Hastings and Rutland charter townships, with that funding totaling $332,500. The City of Hastings also supports the library, and that funding has been tentatively reduced 3 percent, to nearly $313,000, she added. Holzwarth also highlighted a decrease of $5,500 in the preliminary budget for programming, explaining that this decrease should be at least partially remedied by profits from the annual duck race to be held later this year. According to the preliminary budget, the largest anticipated expenditure is nearly $174,000 for “administrative services.” Holzwarth explained that approximately less than half of that amount is for pensions of retired library personnel, while the remainder reflects actual administrative services rendered by the city. The second largest expenditure in the preliminary budget is nearly $133,000 for salaries of full-time staff, down $1,000 from the 2009-10 budget. Some of the other larger expenditures in the most recent budget also relate to salaries, with $91,000 allotted for part-time staff, down nearly $6,000 from the previous year’s budget, and $51,500 for Holzwarth’s salary as administrator. Fringe benefits of just over $116,000 comprise the third largest expenditure in the proposed budget, and Holzwarth explained after the meeting that those funds would be utilized for expenses relating to Social Security, Medicare and paid time off. According to the budget, the expenditure is approximately $14,000 more than it was for the 2009-10 fiscal year. “I don’t think we’re in bad shape,” Holzwarth concluded during the meeting. “We have a balanced budget. We’re not in any worse shape than anyone else who gets state funding at this point.” �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 13, 2010 — Page 9 MSU Extension, experiment From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... stations seeking feedback with Esther Walton 1924 series told of pioneer life in Barry County The following is part of a series, run in the Hastings Banner in 1924, called “Sketches of early Barry County pioneers, still living in 1924 (being a search for the oldest living pioneer).” The reminiscences were collected and transcribed by Gordon Mitchell of Hickory Corners. ***** January 16, 1924 A resident of city since the early 1840s, Oliver Greenfield writes entertainingly of his experience Only 15 families were here then. Recalls names of Indian chiefs and locates the early residences Oliver Greenfield, Hastings’ second oldest surviving pioneer, has written the following reminiscences of life in Hastings in the early day, which will be of interest to many of our readers and we hope will be followed by more articles from the same pen: Looking across the widening chasm of the years, I see, as if passing in review, many events, changes and epochs in the life and growth of Hastings. First and foremost the condition and aspect of the little wild and woolly settlement as it appeared to me when a boy at the receptive age of 7 years in the early 1840s, that decade of marsh hay, quinine, 25-cent postage and all gone to their reward. In 1846, when 9 years old, I lived with my parents in a log house on the lot directly west of the courthouse, now known as the Dr. Upjohn property, [The Upjohn House, which has been relocated to Historic Charlton Park, once stood between what is now the Adrounie House Bed and Breakfast and the old city hall, now Barry County Friend of the Court building, 2010] now known as the Dr. Upjohn property. Daniel Cook lived in a one-story frame house on the site of the Dr. Lowry residence [Adrounie House] in 2010], these with the courthouse recently finished and a road cut up to the burying ground, [According to the 1956 Centennial edition of the Banner, an Indian burying ground was located east of the present middle school, before relocation to Riverside Cemetery which opened in 1989] which was the east half of the park, was all there was then of what is now Broadway Boulevard. State Street was cut through from Fall Creek to Broadway, but the stumps and hazelnut brush held possession on either side of the road most of the way. The forest came well up to State Street on the north, Court Street on the south and Church Street on the west. The area of the clearing was about three city blocks on which the timber had been cut After this bridge over the Thornapple River in Hastings was completed nearly 90 years ago, Oliver Greenfield recalled how, about 75 years prior, in 1846, even the strength of 9-year-old boys was needed for the building of the first Broadway bridge. wild cat money; marsh hay for the oxen and quinine for the shaking pioneers. In 1884, it took four days to come from Buffalo (New York) to Hastings; one day up Lake Erie to Detroit; one day from Detroit to Marshall, the western terminus of the Michigan Central Railroad there, then two days by team to Hastings. Now we can make it 12 hours – quite a change in the mode of transportation. In the evening of the second day out of Marshall, as the sun was sending its last glints through the tree tops, we suddenly came out of the woods into a clearing and stopped at a log house; this proved to be a hotel in Hastings, two stories on the ground and standing where the Cool and Dooley garage now is. Quite a number of the villagers were there, and to me, a strange class of people strange in dress, color and language. These I soon came to know and to learn were the first and original American citizens misnamed “Indians.” Recalling some of their names, first will be Chief Packetaah, tall and straight with a dignified bearing and wearing the insignia of his office, next comes Askasaw, Sundago, Soby, Skippergosh and Waukazoo, et. al; all gone to the happy hunting grounds. There were 15 families of the first pioneers here at that time, namely, George Fuller, Levi Chase, Abner Parmelee, H.A. Goodyear, Vespasian Young, W. W. Ralph, John Lothridge, Daniel Cook, John W. Stebbins, Elijah Alden, Willard Hayes, Daniel McLellan, Dr. Upjohn, H. J. Kenfield, Henry Jennings and Harvey Horton. The next year, ‘45, I became acquainted with O. B. Sheldon, Herman I. Knappen, Nathan Barlow, I. A. Holbrook, Dr. John Roberts and J. W. T. Orr, off and partially cleared. The summer of 1846, we boys noticed a road had been cut down north on Broadway to the river, with men going down there. Following them, we found they were raising a bridge, very much unlike the new cement bridge of today. With no modern machinery, it took every available pound of force with only pike poles, a rope and strong arm muscles to raise the heavy oak vents and stringers, so we boys pulled on the ropes, anticipating by about 76 years, in bridge building. [W. G. Crebo of Muskegon rebuilt the Broadway Bridge over the Thornapple River in 1921.] With 1847 came the excitement of the Mexican War; a war for conquest and the extension of slavery, not very popular but the slave power was in the saddle and it had to go through. Five enlisted in Hastings. Albert Tabor and Levi Chase died in Detroit. Bill Seavey and John Van Arman went into Mexico. Harvey Horton changed his mind and did not go. One verse of a Mexican War song I recall yet: “The cry for war runs through the land. For volunteers to go, And fight in the war for slavery, On the plains of Mexico. Seven dollars a month and shot at that, Is a common soldier’s pay. While those who send the poor fellows there. Get eight dollars a day.” Very little of Old Hastings remains today, only two houses standing now. I know of only one, possibly two, now living, who can locate them, or say how many log houses there were in the settlement 80 years ago. Barry County E-Club to meet May 20 The next meeting of the Barry County EClub will be at the Cracked Pepper Restaurant in Middleville from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 20. The club will meet in the front room on the east side of the restaurant. E-Club members have been meeting for the past several months to learn new business techniques and share their ideas with other entrepreneurs. For more information about the club, contact Andre Wiegand at the Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Alliance, 269-945-2454 or by e-mail to andre@barry chamber.com. MSU Extension and Michigan Agricultural Experiment Station have unveiled a new method to conduct their five-year statewide community needs assessment: through interactive social media. Ginger Hentz, director of the Barry County MSU Extension office explains that people from across the state are invited to log into www.advancemichigan.msu.edu to register and voice their opinions by initiating and joining discussions, generating new ideas, adding comments and voting thumbs up or down on ideas presented. Advance Michigan also can be accessed through Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. The site, open now through the end of June, will collect and save all information which will be analyzed to determine future priorities and direction for MSU Extension and the experiment stations. “This is designed for the broadest possible participation,” said Hentz. “Advance Michigan is a cutting edge-way of reaching people, and hopefully new populations of people. We encourage folks to visit the site often as new ideas and discussion topics appear on a daily basis.” MSU Extension will use the information to develop and refine new and existing program areas. “We are in a new environment in Michigan. MSU Extension wants to assure that our educational programming stays relevant to the needs of Michigan’s economic recovery and its future development. We remain committed to our core values of supporting communities, families, farms, natural resources ... and youth,” Hentz said, “and this needs assessment will give us the information from our constituents to best build asset-based pro- grams.” To participate in Advance Michigan, go to www.advancemichigan.msu.edu then click on the link titled “ How to use this site” for a brief tutorial, create a user profile and then add ideas. For more information, contact the Hastings MSU Extension office at 269-945-1388. KEEP YOUR FRIENDS AND RELATIVES INFORMED! Send them a gift subscription to The Hastings BANNER To order your subscription, call... 269-945-9554 CITY OF HASTINGS 2009 Annual Water Quality Report CITY OF HASTINGS WATER QUALITY FOR 2009 Dear Customer: We are pleased to present a summary of the quality of the water provided to you during the past year. The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) requires that utilities issue an annual "Consumer Confidence" report to customers in addition to other notices that may be required by law. The City of Hastings vigilantly safeguards its water supplies and is proud to report that our system has never had a violation of maximum contaminant levels. This report is a snapshot of last year’s water quality. Included are details about where your water comes from, what it contains, how it compares to EPA and State standards, and the risks our water testing and treatment are designed to prevent. We are committed to providing you with information because informed consumers are our best allies. WATER SYSTEM INFORMATION We encourage public interest and participation in our community's decisions affecting drinking water. Regular City Council meetings occur on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month in City Hall at 7:00 PM. The public is welcome. If you have any questions about this report or any other questions pertaining to the City of Hastings drinking water, please contact Richard Friedrich, City of Hastings Water Treatment Plant at 269-945-2331 or Tim Girrbach, City of Hastings DPS Director, at 269945-2468. WATER SOURCE The City Hastings is supplied by groundwater from 4 wells located within the City limits. Three of the four wells are in excess of 290 feet deep and supply a very good quality of water. The fourth well is somewhat shallower and is only used in emergencies. During the year 2009, the City of Hastings distributed 349.43 million gallons of water. This water was distributed not only to residential customers but also to industry located within the City of Hastings service area. The State performed an assessment of our source water in 2003 to determine the susceptibility or the relative potential of contamination. The susceptibility rating is on a six-tiered scale from “very-low” to “high” based primarily on geological sensitivity, water chemistry and contaminant sources. The susceptibility of our source is Low. A copy of the full report can be obtained by contacting the City of Hastings at 269-945-2468. IMPORTANT INFORMATION If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. The City of Hastings is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead. Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline (1-800-426-4791). Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Crypto-sporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (l-800-426-4791). The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: • Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. • Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming. • Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses. • Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are byproducts of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can, also come from gas stations, urban storm water runoff, and septic systems. • Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water, which must provide the same protection for public health. WATER QUALITY DATA TABLE The following table lists the results of every regulated contaminant that we detected in your drinking water during the 2009 calendar year. The presence of these contaminants in the water does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. Unless otherwise noted, the data presented in this table is from testing performed from January 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009. The State requires us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants are not expected to vary significantly from year to year. Some of the data, though representative of the water quality, is more than one year old. The table contains the name of each substance, the highest level allowed by regulation (MCL); the ideal goals for public health, the amount detected, the usual sources of such contamination, footnotes explaining our findings, and a key to units of measurement. KEY DEFINITIONS Maximum Contaminant Level or MCL: The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology. Maximum Contaminant Level Goal or MCLG: The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. Action Level or AL: The concentration of a contaminant, which, if exceeded, triggers treatment, or other requirements, which a water system must follow. MRDL: Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level: The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants. MRDLG: Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal: The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants ppm: parts per million, or mg\l: milligrams per liter; pCi/l: picocuries per liter (a measure of radioactivity); ppb: parts per billion, or micrograms per liter (ug/l); ND: Non Detectable; NA: Not Applicable; HRAA: Highest Running Annual Average. Inorganic Contaminants Fluoride(ppm) Microbial Contaminants Total Coliform Bacteria Regulated in Distribution System Chlorine (ppm) Total Trihalomethanes (TTHMs)(mg\l) Haloacetic Acids (HAA5’s)(mg\l) Copper / Lead Contaminants** Lead (ppb) Copper (ppb) Unregulated Contaminants Sodium (ppm) Hardness (ppm) Hastings Water MCL MCLG MCL (Highest Level Detected) (Highest Level Allowed) (EPA Goal) Violations Sample Date 1.1 4 4 0 2009 Water additive which promotes strong teeth No Positive Samples One Positive per Month 0 0 Monthly Naturally present in environment HRAA and Range MRDL MRDLG HRAA 0.31 Range 0.23 – 0.36 4.0 4.0 0 Daily Water additive for Disinfection purposes 0.0056 80 NA 0 2007 By-product of drinking water chlorination. ND 0.06 NA 0 2007 90th Percentile Value By-product of drinking water chlorination. AL (Action Level) Sample Date Sources of Contaminant 2 15 500 1300 Number of sites exceeding AL 0 sites above AL out of 20 sites sampled 0 site above AL out of 20 sites sampled MCLG (EPA Goal) N/A N/A Highest Level Detected 13 260 MCL Unregulated Unregulated 0 0 2009 2009 Sample Date 2009 2009 Sources of Contaminant Corrosion of household plumbing systems Corrosion of household plumbing systems Sources of Contaminant Naturally present in environment Naturally present in environment • High concentrations of Hardness, Sodium, & Sulfate were found in well 2. This well is only used in emergencies. • **Regulated at Customer Tap • Unregulated contaminants are those for which EPA has not established drinking water standards. Monitoring helps EPA to determine where these contaminants occur and whether it needs to regulate those contaminants. 77545856 �Page 10 — Thursday, May 13, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: Fifth Third MortgageMI, LLC has stipulated to commission of loan fraud relative to mortgage on real property known as 12747 Whispering Pines Dr. #1 Wayland, MI 49348; also known as Whispering Pines Condominiums Subdivision Plan #46, Lt.1, and in so doing has stipulated to: 1) forfeiture of all equitable interest in said property; 2) cancellation of related loan and security agreement; 3) revocation of any power of attorney including assignments; and 4) removal of trustee relative to the constructive trust created by 5) said loan and security agreement. Paul D. and Kathleen Anderson are the only real parties in interest, authorized to convey title. Any representation by Trott & Trott on behalf of Fifth Third Mortgage to the contrary is not withstanding. 77545595 5/3/10 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Frank Renegar and Grace A. Renegar aka Grace Renegar, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Bell Com Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated November 5, 2004, and recorded on November 18, 2004 in instrument 1137394, and assigned by mesne assignments to PHH Mortgage Corporation, a New Jersey Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand One Hundred Eighty And 69/100 Dollars ($120,180.69), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 19, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds East along the North line of said Section 660.00 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing South 89 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds East along said North line 330.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 25 minutes 58 seconds West parallel with the West line of said Section 330.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 21 minutes 50 seconds West 330.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 25 minutes 58 seconds East 330.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545190 File #315896F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by STEVEN E. FORBES, whose address is 4168 Thornapple Hills Drive, Middleville, Michigan 49333, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, as Mortgagee, dated March 7, 2008, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Ionia and the State of Michigan, on March 14, 2008, in Instrument No. 20080314-0002379 as to the parcel below. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses, the sum of $225,972.42 with interest at the rate of 6.25%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgages, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse Mail Lobby on the 10th day of June, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 6.25%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorneys fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, to-wit: UNIT 9 OF THE THORNAPPLE HILLS SITE CONDOMINIUM, A CONDOMINIUM ESTABLISHED BY MASTER DEED RECORDED IN LIBER 560, PAGE 416, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND BEING DESIGNATED AS BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 5, AS AMENDED, WITH RIGHTS IN THE GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN THE MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF THE PUBLIC ACTS OF MICHIGAN OF 1978, AS AMENDED, THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. P.P.#: 08-14-023-007-09 Commonly known as 4168 Thornapple Hills Drive, Middleville, Michigan 49333. The period of redemption will be six months from the date of sale, or if the premises are deemed to be abandoned, then the redemption period shall be thirty days from the date of sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 Union Bank of Lake Odessa DRAFTED BY: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 By: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) 77545428 Attorney for Union Bank NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Katherine Krewson (“Borrower”) to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 410 Russell St, Middleville, MI 49333. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of May 7th, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after May 7th, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. May 7, 2010 By: MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB 629 W State Street, 77545831 Hastings, MI 49058 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Tyson G Geib, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 604 W Main St, Middleville, MI 49333-8660. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from May 10, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after May 10, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77545836 File # 306057F03 MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Notice is hereby given that Default has occurred in a Mortgage given by Zackery T. Coenen to the United States of America, acting through the Rural Housing Service or successor agency, United States Department of Agriculture. The Mortgage is dated June 4, 2008 and was recorded on June 5, 2008 in Instrument No. 20080606-0005957 of the Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt which is now Eighty Three Thousand Five Hundred Sixty Eight and 71/100 ($83,568.71) Dollars. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by selling the property described below at a public auction to the highest bidder. The sale will be held on June 17, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan which is the location of the Barry County Circuit Court. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, including interest at the rate of 5.375% per year, legal costs, attorney fees and any taxes or insurance which may be paid by the mortgagee before the sale. The property to be sold is located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan and is more specifically described in the Mortgage as: The North 1/2 of Lot 3 and all of Lot 7, Block 22, THE EASTERN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber A of Plats, Page 2, Barry County Records. The redemption period will expire thirty (30) days from the date of the sale unless a notice is received pursuant to MCL §600.3241a(1)(C) in which case the redemption period will expire six (6) months from the date of the sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ACTING THROUGH THE RURAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, F/K/A THE RURAL HOUSING SERVICE, OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE PREPARED BY: JOHN R. TUCKER, P37348 WINEGARDEN, HALEY, LINDHOLM & ROBERTSON, P.L.C. G-9460 S. SAGINAW STREET, SUITE A GRAND BLANC, MI 48439 77545628 (810) 767-3600 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE No. 2010-25555-DE Estate of Bernice H. Hayner. Date of birth: 11/09/1923. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Bernice H. Hayner, who lived at 3265 River Lane, Hastings, Michigan died 02/16/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to David A. Hayner, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Suite 302, Hastings and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 04/21/2010 Robert L. Byington P27621 222 West Apple Street, P.O. Box 248 Hastings, Michigan 49058 (269) 945-9557 David A. Hayner 1591 East M-79 Highway Hastings, Michigan 49058 77545790 (269) 948-3937 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Trust In the matter of MURRAY E. SCHNURR FAMILY TRUST DATED MARCH 12, 1992. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, MURRAY E. SCHNURR, who lived at 1805 West Irving Road, Hastings, Michigan 49058, died April 25, 2010 leaving a certain trust under the name of Murray E. Schnurr Family Trust dated March 12, 1992, wherein the decedent was the Settlor and Michael Schnurr was named as the Trustee serving at the time of or as a result of the decedent’s death. Creditors of the decedent and of the trust are notified that all claims against the decedent or against the trust will be forever barred unless presented to MICHAEL SCHNURR, the named trustee at 4460 Gun Lake Road, Hastings, Michigan 49058, within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 5/10/10 DAVID H. TRIPP 206 S. BROADWAY HASTINGS, MI 49058 269/945-9585 MICHAEL SCHNURR 4460 GUN LAKE ROAD HASTINGS, MI 49058 77545860 (269) 948-9452 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Marie E. Timmons, a single woman and Maryann L. Timmons, a single woman, as joint tenants, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 8, 2005 and recorded July 15, 2005 in Instrument Number 1149542, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee of the Residential Asset Securitization Trust 2005-A11CB, Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2005-K under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated September 1, 2005 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Six and 22/100 Dollars ($109,946.22) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MAY 20, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 16 and 17 of Block C of Pleasant Shores, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 59. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 22, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 225.1119 ASAP# 3534393 04/22/2010, 04/29/2010, 77545264 05/06/2010, 05/13/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William K. Hola, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 6, 2002, and recorded on December 18, 2002 in instrument 1094008, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand One Hundred Eighty And 35/100 Dollars ($72,180.35), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 7, Block C, Cha's H. Bauer Addition, according to the recorded Plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 57. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545208 File #293388F01 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jay S. Veltman and Jennifer Veltman, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Byron Center State Bank Michigan Banking Corporation, Mortgagee, dated the 6th day of May, 2004 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 13th day of May, 2004 in Liber Document No. 1127544 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Two Hundred Thirty Three Thousand Three Hundred Seventy One & 79/100 ($233,371.79), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 27th day of May, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 5.3750% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 50, Sunrise Shore No. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of plats, Page 98, Berry County Records During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 4/29/2010 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77545313 WAMU FNMA Veltman NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by PAUL GARZA, a single man, and KRISTA FELECCIA a/k/a KRISTA A. FELECCIA a/k/a KRISTA ANN TUBBS, a single woman (collectively, "Mortgagor"), to GREENSTONE FARM CREDIT SERVICES, FLCA, a federally chartered corporation, having an office at 1760 Abbey Road, Suite 200, East Lansing, Michigan 48823 (the "Mortgagee"), dated May 25, 2007, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on May 31, 2007, as Instrument No. 1181185 (the "Mortgage"). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of One Hundred Forty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Nine and 48/100 Dollars ($145,969.48). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public venue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 3rd day of June, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Assyria, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: he North 60 acres of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 12, T1N, R7W, Assyria Township, Barry County, Michigan, EXCEPT: Commencing at the East 1/4 post for place of beginning; thence South 417.5 feet; thence West 417.5 feet; thence North 417.5 feet; thence East 417.5 feet to the place of beginning. Together with all fixtures, tenements, hereditaments, and appurtenances belonging or in any way appertaining to the premises. Commonly known as: vacant land on Curtis Road, Bellevue, Michigan 49021 P.P. #08-01-012-010-00 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be one (1) year from the date of sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 GREENSTONE FARM CREDIT SERVICES, FLCA Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77545599 1781848-1 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark T. Keady, an unmarried man and Mandi B. Synder, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Cendant Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated May 20, 2004, and recorded on June 4, 2004 in instrument 1128784, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Six And 19/100 Dollars ($158,996.19), including interest at 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 19, Town 1 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at a point found by commencing at the South 1/4 post of said Section 19, and running thence with bearings referenced to the Michigan Plane Coordinate System-Zone South, North 88 Degrees 35 Minutes 39 Seconds West on the Section line 2227.81 feet; thence North 00 Degrees 49 Minutes 14 Seconds East, 330.0 feet to the Point of Beginning of this Description; thence North 00 Degrees 49 Minutes 14 Seconds East 227.49 feet; thence North 88 Degrees 35 Minutes 39 Seconds West, 582.17 feet to the Easterly Edge of Doster Road; thence along same around a curve to the left with Radius of 611.75 feet to the far end of a chord which bears South 14 Degrees 21 Minutes 32 Seconds East, 288.86 feet; thence South 88 Degrees 35 Minutes 39 Seconds East, 506.66 feet to the Beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545573 File #318549F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF BARRY CASE NO. 10-105-CH Honorable James H. Fisher Circuit Court Judge ISABELLA BANK (a/k/a Isabella Bank Corporation, f/k/a Greenville Community Bank); a Michigan Banking Corporation, Plaintiff, Vs. TONY NIELSEN and VALERIE NIELSEN, husband and wife; ARTHUR E. CONE and JOYCE G. CONE, husband and wife; UNITED BANK OF MICHIGAN; UNITED BANK MORTGAGE CORPORATION; and the known and unknown estates, heirs, successors, assigns, and spouses of all said Defendants; and the owners of any and all interests and claimants, Defendants, _______________________________________/ Steve Lobert (P56590) LOBERT & FRANSTED, P.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 119 S. Michigan Avenue, P.O. Box 1015-A Big Rapids, MI 49307 (231) 796-7609 _______________________________________/ ORDER FOR ALTERNATIVE SERVICE At a session of said Circuit Court, in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, on this 21 day of April, 2010 PRESENT: HONORABLE JAMES H. FISHER CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE Upon the motion for Alternate Service made by Plaintiff verifying that service upon Defendants, ARTHUR E. CONE and JOYCE G. CONE, and their estates, heirs, successors, assigns, spouses and any and all interests and claimants (hereinafter “said Defendants”) cannot reasonably be made as provided by Court Rule, to said Defendants: IT IS ORDERED THAT: A. You are being sued in this Court to determine interests in the following described real estate: Lot 34 of Valley Park Shores, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 24. PP#08-16-225-042-00. (Hereinafter “Subject Parcel”) Specifically as it relates to a lien thereon in favor of Defendants, ARTHUR E. CONE and JOYCE G. CONE, recorded at Liber 611, Page 859 of Barry County records. B. Pursuant to Court Rule, you must file your answer or take other action permitted by law in this Court on or before 28 days after the last date of posting and publication of this Order. If you fail to do so, a Default Judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint filed in this case. Said Defendants shall be served process as follows: 1. Plaintiff’s Process Server will post a copy of this order at the Barry County Courthouse and two more public places in Barry County, Michigan, and provide proof of posting to this Court; 2. Plaintiff will publish a copy of this Order once each week for three consecutive weeks in a newspaper within Barry County, the County where the action is pending; and provide proof of publication to this Court; 3. Attorney for Plaintiff shall attempt to serve 1) a copy of this Order; 2) a copy of the Summons and Complaint; and 3) a copy of the Complaint for Mortgage Foreclosure within Exhibits on said Defendants, via regular mail to their last known address of 1700 Bronson Way, Apt. 139, Kalamazoo, MI 49009; and provide an affidavit of mailing to this Court; and 4. That said Defendants be deemed to be served within the life of the Summons upon the first publication, posting and mailing if made before May 27, 2010. 5. This Order does not resolve the last pending claim in this matter, nor close this case. Honorable James H. Fisher (P26437) 77545670 Circuit Court Judge �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 13, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott Owen and Christina M Owen, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 27, 2006, and recorded on April 5, 2006 in instrument 1162204, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S. Bank National Association, As Trustee For J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-CW2 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Nine Hundred Two And 67/100 Dollars ($105,902.67), including interest at 10% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 58 feet of Lot 1034, of the City (formerly Village) of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, Also part of Lots 1 and 2, Block 13, Eastern Addition to the City (formerly Village) of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, described as: Commencing on the Northwest corner of said Lot 1, Block 13; thence South 72 feet; thence East 4 rods; thence North 72 feet; thence West 4 rods to the place of beginning, except the East 3 rods and 2 feet thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545585 File #317484F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tad Macomber, a married man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2007 and recorded July 2, 2007 in Instrument Number 1182498, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Four Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Four and 17/100 Dollars ($174,254.17) including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 10, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: THAT PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 32, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 769.0 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1/4; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 57 MINUTES EAST 360.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 57 MINUTES EAST 300.0 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 230.80 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 57 MINUTES WEST 300.0 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 230.60 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO AND TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS, EGRESS AND UTILITY PURPOSES OVER A 66 FOOT WIDE STRIP OF LAND, THE CENTER LINE OF WHICH IS DESCRIBED AS: THE PART OF SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 32, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 982.0 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1/4 TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THE CENTERLINE OF SAID EASEMENT; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 57 MINUTES EAST 403.96 FEET TO THE PLACE OF ENDING OF SAID 66 FOOT WIDE EASEMENT. ALSO OVER A 50 FOOT RADIUS CIRCLE THE RADIUS CIRCLE, THE RADIUS POINT OF WHICH IS THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PLACE OF ENDING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 13, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.4457 ASAP# 3563142 05/13/2010, 05/20/2010, 77545840 05/27/2010, 06/03/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Shane S. Courtney, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 28, 2006, and recorded on May 5, 2006 in instrument 1164110, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Two And 17/100 Dollars ($135,282.17), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 20: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 10, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 1400.50 feet along the North line of said Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 267.61 feet along said North line; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 251.21 feet; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 178.11 feet; thence North 30 degrees 20 minutes 04 seconds West 175.20 feet; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 58 seconds West 100.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545174 File #316040F01 AMENDED NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by THERON K. CARTER and PAMELA F. CARTER, whose address is 5777 W. Crane Road, Middleville, MI 49333, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, on December 22, 2006 and recorded on Document #1174658 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses the sum of $41,644.42 with interest at the rate of 7.50%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgages, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse, County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on the 10th day of June, at 1:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 7.50%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorneys fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, to wit: THAT PART OF THE S 1/2, SW 1/4, SECTION 17, T4N, R9W, IRVING TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTH 1/4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE 89º54’09” W 1002.0 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LONE OF SAID SECTION TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE S 89º54’09” W 380.62 FEET: THENCE N 00º05’51” W 408.37 FEET; THENCE N 89º54’09” E 70.46 FEET; THENCE N 00º10’33” W 530.84 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE E 1/2 OF THE SAID S 1/2 SW 1/4; THENCE N 89º56’45” E 552.81 FEET ALONG THE S LINE OF THE NORTH 378 FEET OF SAID S 1/2 SW 1/4; THENCE S 00º09’47” EAST 497.79 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE EAST 759 FEET OF SAID S 1/2, SW 1/4; THENCE S 89º54’09” W 145.68 FEET; THENCE S 52º13’24” W 67.79 FEET; THENCE S 21º27’01” W 123.76 FEET; THENCE S 00º33’33” E 284.46 FEET TO PLACE OF BEGINNING. Commonly known as: 5777 W. Crane Road, Middleville, MI 49333 Property Tax Identification No. 08-08-017-00450. The period of redemption will be twelve (12) months from the date of sale. Dated: May 4, 2010 Union Bank of Lake Odessa DRAFTED BY: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 BY: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) 77545648 Attorney for Union Bank FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Scott L. Averill, a married man and Melissa Averill, his wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for America`s Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated August 30, 2006, and recorded on September 6, 2006, as Document Number: 1169614, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for the HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2006-HE2 by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been submitted to the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Five Hundred Forty-Nine and 16/100 ($105,549.16) including interest at the rate of 9.05000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on June 3, 2010 Said premises are situated in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: LOT 134, MIDDLEVILLE DOWNS NO. 6 ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF IN LIBER 5 OF PLATS, PAGE 61. Commonly known as: 226 ROBIN RD The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: May 6, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for the HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2006-HE2 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 77545634 Case No. 10MI00871-1 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicholas F. Deweerd, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2003, and recorded on July 15, 2003 in instrument 1108594, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-One Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Eight And 49/100 Dollars ($91,688.49), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northwest corner of Section 22; thence East 8 rods for place of beginning; thence South 160 feet; thence West 60 feet; thence North 160 feet; thence East to beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545214 File #316549F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on March 14, 2008 by Warren A. Kidder, as Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on March 20, 2008 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 20080320-0003152. The Mortgage was modified by a Note/Mortgage Modification Agreement dated November 28, 2008 and recorded in Instrument Number 20081203-0011514 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Forty Five Thousand Four Hundred Sixty and 84/100 Dollars ($45,460.84), including interest at 7% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, May 27, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Orangeville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, said point lies approximately 29.2 feet South and 11.2 feet east of the Southeast corner of Allen’s Acres, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 58 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan; thence North 89 degrees 15' 25" West, 1307.88 feet along the South line of said Section 34; thence South 00 degrees 15' 56" West 431.28 feet along the West line of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, to the true place of beginning; thence continuing South 00 degrees 15' 56" West, 708.84 feet; thence South 89 degrees 22' 19" East, along the South line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, 518.89 feet to the centerline of Norris Road; thence North 12 degrees 38' 20" East, along said centerline, 655.74 feet; thence North 10 degrees 26' 58" East, along said centerline 19.63 feet; thence North 89 degrees 11' 18" West, 170.93 feet; thence North 01 degrees 54' 39" East, 46.57 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15' 25" West, 493.30 feet to the place of beginning. Together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land described as commencing at said Southeast corner of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North 89 degrees 15' 25" West, along the South line of said Section 34, 864.22 feet; thence South 01 degrees 31' 11" West, 229.64 feet; thence South 87 degrees 54' 33" East 62.19 feet; thence South 01 degrees 54' 39" West, 57.86 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing South 01 degrees 54’ 29” West, 175.38 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15’ 25” West 15.00 feet; thence North 01 degrees 54’ 39” East, 160.38 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15’ 25” West 112.70 feet; thence North 01 degrees 54’ 39” East, 15.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 15' 25" East 127.81 feet to the place of beginning. Also together with and subject to the rights of the public over the Easterly 33 feet thereof as used for Norris Road. More commonly known as 4160 Norris Road, Delton, Michigan The redemption period shall be one year from the date of the sale unless the property is deemed abandoned under MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty days from the date of sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank Dated: April 20, 2010 By: /s/ Rachel J. Foster Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 06713499 269-226-2982 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rhonda S Alvarado, an unmarried woman, and Todd Mackie, an unmarried man as joint tenants with full rights of survivorship, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 6, 2002, and recorded on September 10, 2002 in instrument 1087213, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Forty-Three And 78/100 Dollars ($144,043.78), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: Lot 37 and 47, Eagle Point No. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 16. Also: Commencing at the South-West Corner of Lot 37 of the Plat of Eagle Point No. 2; running thence South 15 feet; thence East 91 feet; thence North 15 feet; thence West along the South line of said Lot 37 to place of beginning. Also: Commencing at the South-West corner of Lot 47 of the plat of Eagle Point No. 2; running thence South 15 feet; thence East 60 feet; thence North 15 feet to the Southeast corner of said Lot 47; thence West along the South line of said Lot 47 to place of beginning. Also: Beginning at the North-East corner of Lot 47; running thence East 20 feet; thence South 4 degrees West 65 feet; thence West 20 feet; thence North 4 degrees east along the East line of said Lot 47, 65 feet to the place of beginning. Also Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 37 of the plat of Eagle Point No. 2; thence South 15 feet for place of beginning thence South 5 feet; thence East 91 feet; thence North 5 feet; thence West to the place of beginning. Also: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 47 of the plat of Eagle Point No. 2; thence South 15 feet for the place of beginning thence South 5 feet; thence East 80 feet; thence North 5 feet; thence West 80 feet to the place of beginning. Also, granting a non-exclusive easement for Right-of-Way over a strip of land 5 feet North and South by 20 feet East and West, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 304, Page 65 of Deeds. Parcel 2; Also that part of Lot 36 of the Plat of Eagle Point No. 2, according to the recorded put thereof in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 16 lying between Lot 37 of Eagle Point No.2 and Jordan Lake, described as Beginning at the Southwest corner of Lot 37 of said Eagle Point No. 2; thence Westerly along the Westerly projection of the Southerly line of said Lot 37 to the shore of Jordan Lake; thence Northerly along said shore to its intersection with the Westerly projection of the Northerly line of said Lot 37 of Eagle Point No, 2; thence Easterly to the Northwest corner of said Lot 37 of Eagle Point No. 2; thence Southerly along the Westerly line of said Lot 37, the same being the Easterly line of said Lot 36, to the place of beginning. `The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545220 File #320804F01 NOTICE OF BORROWER RIGHTS UNDER M.C.L. SECTION 600.3205 LIKENS & BLOMQUIST, P.L.L.C., IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Borrower Name(s): Marjorie J. Taylor and Robert W. Taylor Property Address: 6550 Lacey Rd. Bellevue, MI 49021 ATTENTION BORROWER: You have a right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder, or mortgage servicer. Fifth Third Bank (Western Michigan) has designated Likens & Blomquist, PLLC as the designated person under M.C.L. section 600.3205a(1)(c). You may contact a housing counselor to request a meeting by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website http://www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by phone at (517) 373-8370. If you request a meeting, foreclosure by advertisement proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after the date notice was/is mailed to you. If you and the designated agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. Please be advised that you can contact an attorney. You may contact the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at 1-800-968-0738. Dated: Thursday, May 13, 2010 Likens & Blomquist, P.L.L.C. Attorneys for Servicer 3290 W. Big Beaver Rd. Ste 315 Troy, MI 48084 Telephone: 248-593-5106 77545864 L0220MI10 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darwin Kosbar and Donna Kosbar, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 6, 2004, and recorded on November 23, 2004 in instrument 1137648, and assigned by said Mortgagee to MidFirst Bank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Nine Thousand Fifty And 60/100 Dollars ($89,050.60), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel of land located in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section 9; thence North 03 degrees 05 minutes 51 seconds East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section, 2028.66 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along said North and South 1/4 line; 237.48 feet; thence South 88 degrees 09 minutes 21 seconds East, 500.00 feet; thence South 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds West, parallel with said North and South 1/4 line, 167.54 feet; thence South 78 degrees 36 minutes 03 seconds West 350.59 feet; thence North 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds West 160.62 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to and together with easement for ingress and egress described as: A 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress and public utilities described as follows: Parcel of land located in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section 9, thence North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section, 2029.23 feet to the point of beginning thence continuing North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along said North and South 1/4 line, 66.06 feet; thence South 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds East 183.62 feet; thence South 50 degrees 22 minutes 08 seconds East 107.35 feet; thence South 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seconds East 122.88 feet; thence South 79 degrees 20 minutes 05 seconds East, 184.57 feet; thence South 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds West 66.58 feet; thence North 79 degrees 20 minutes 05 seconds West 231.32 feet; thence North 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seconds West 142.65 feet; thence North 50 degrees 22 minutes 08 seconds West 68.88 feet; thence North 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds West 160.58 to said North and South 1/4 line and the point of beginning. Parcel of land located in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section 9; thence North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 2029.23 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East, along said North and South 1/4 line, 66.06 feet thence South 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds East, 183.62 feet; thence South 50 degrees 22 minutes 08 seconds East, 107.35 feet; thence South 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seconds East, 320.21 feet; thence South 46 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds East, 134.08 feet; thence North 89 degrees 50 minutes 11 seconds West, 95.79 feet; thence North 46 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds West 80.38 feet; thence North 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seconds West 317.70 feet; thence North 50 degrees 22 minutes 08 seconds West 68.88 feet; thence North 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds West 160.58 feet to said North and South 1/4 line and the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545826 File #318603F01 �Page 12 — Thursday, May 13, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN 56B District Court BARRY COUNTY PUBLICATION OF ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION FILE NO. 10-0434-LT Hastings City/Barry County Airport v William Panter TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS including: William Panter whose address(es) are unknown and whose interest in the matter may be barred or affected by the following: 5329 Mick Avenue SE, Kentwood, MI 49548-5815 TAKE NOTICE: A Summons, Complaint for and Notice to Quit were filed on March 9, 2010 in the 56B District Court, 206 West Court Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 before Judge Gary R. Holman 1. You are being sued in this court by the plaintiff to evict you from Brown Hangar Space N4,E1, West Airport Road, Hastings, Michigan 49058 and to recover money judgment. A hearing will be held on Wednesday, May 26, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. at 206 West Court Street, Hastings, Michigan before Judge Gary R. Holman for termination of tenancy. If you fail to appear at the hearing, a default judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint filed in this case. 2. A copy of this order shall be published once each week in the Hastings Banner for three consecutive weeks, and proof of publication shall be filed in this court. 3. A copy of this order shall be sent to WILLIAM PANTER at the last known address by registered mail, return receipt requested, before the date of the last publication, and the affidavit of mailing shall be filed with this court. Stephanie S. Fekkes P43549 Law, Weathers & Richardson, P.C. 800 Bridgewater Place 333 Bridge Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504-5320 77545345 (616) 459-1171 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jimmy B Rogers a/k/a Jimmi B Rogers, a Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 25, 2006, and recorded on October 17, 2006 in instrument 1171536, and rerecorded on November 15, 2006 in instrument 1172774, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Seven Hundred And 55/100 Dollars ($120,700.55), including interest at 9.8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of Lots 4 and 5 of Block 26 of Eastern Addition of the City, formerly Village of Hasting according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545196 File #310022F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kathleen J. Peterson and Larry W. Peterson, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 25, 2006, and recorded on September 11, 2006 in instrument 1169834, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York as Successor to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. as Trustee for Holders of SAMI II Trust 2006-AR7 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Thirty Thousand One Hundred Three And 03/100 Dollars ($330,103.03), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3 and the southwesterly 1/2 of Lot 2 of Spring Point Plat, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 70. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545767 File #247321F02 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Brian K. Sorensen and Jennie M. Sorensen 301 Cherry Street Freeport, MI 49325 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: May 13, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 617.4629 ASAP# 77545849 3564163 05/13/2010 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on October 10, 2007, by Joel R. Butler, a single man, and Brandi Lyn Raymond, a single woman, as Mortgagors, to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, and which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on October 10, 2007, in Instrument No. 200710100002929 [the “Mortgage”], on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of One Hundred Fifty Two Thousand Two Hundred Sixteen and 72/100 Dollars ($152,216.72), as of April 21, 2010, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, June 3, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in the County of Barry, and State of Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: THE SOUTH 640 FEET OF THE EAST 1362 FEET OF THE NORTH ONE-HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF SECTION 24, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, BALTIMORE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. Commonly known as 7650 North Avenue, Hastings, Michigan. Mortgagee has taken steps to have the property described herein determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241. Therefore, the length of the redemption period will be one (1) month from the date of the sale, unless steps set forth in the statute are taken to challenge the abandonment. Dated: May 6, 2010 MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77545643 17,949,848.1\105064-00207 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles Wait and Jane E. Wait, married, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2006, and recorded on May 9, 2006 in instrument 1164322, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York as trustee for the benefit of the certificate holders CWABS, Inc. asset backed certificates series 2007-9 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Twenty-Two And 99/100 Dollars ($135,422.99), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 24, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hasting Township, Barry County, Michigan. Subject to all Conditions, limitations and easements of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545568 File #197579F02 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Christopher B. Brownell and Christine M. Arnson 11465 East Shore Drive Delton, MI 49046 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: May 13, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 200.6427 ASAP# 77545845 3563896 05/13/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gilbert M. Encinas and Katherine A. Encinas, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2000, as evidenced by Affidavit Of Lost Document recorded on January 11, 2002 in instrument 1072933, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Fourteen And 38/100 Dollars ($86,314.38), including interest at 8.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of Lots 607 and 608 of the City, Formerly Village of Hastings. According to the Recorded Plat thereof, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545815 File #320827F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles Aspinall and Yvonne Aspinall, Husband and Wife, as Joint Tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 14, 2008, and recorded on February 25, 2008 in instrument 200802250001692, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-One And 21/100 Dollars ($170,551.21), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3 and 4, Block 2 of the Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 22. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545419 File #318599F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Janet Knight, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 65 Sundago Park St, Hastings, MI 49058-9132. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from May 7, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after May 7, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77545793 File # 324064F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Alexander Napier and Renita Napier, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6416 S M 66 Hwy, Nashville, MI 49073-9430. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from May 7, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after May 7, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77545764 File # 275867F02 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CYNTHIA EARL, A SINGLE WOMAN and RAYMOND C. SMITH, SR., A MARRIED MAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated February 27, 2006, and recorded on March 1, 2006, in Document No. 1160695, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand Thirty-Two Dollars and Sixteen Cents ($119,032.16), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on May 27, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN THE SOUTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 9, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, HOPE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTH 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 9, THENCE NORTH 03 DEGREES 06 MINUTES 51 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE NORTH AND SOUTH 1 / 4 LINE OF SAID SECTION, 1330.39 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING NORTH 03 DEGREES 06 MINUTES 51 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID NORTH AND SOUTH 1 / 4 LINE, 284.81 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 11 SECONDS EAST, 2652.34 FEET TO THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH 03 DEGREES 08 MINUTES 39 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID SECTION LINE, 416.81 FEET; THENCE NORTH 86 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 02 SECONDS WEST, 2648.61 FEET TO SAID NORTH AND SOUTH 1 / 4 LINE AND THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 26, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 77545351 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Theodore G Baker and Debra L Baker, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Lenders Network USA, Inc., Mortgagee, dated July 24, 2001, and recorded on August 24, 2001 in instrument 1065307, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas as Trustee as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand Seventy And 78/100 Dollars ($67,070.78), including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 4 Rods of the South 10 Rods of Lots 19 and 20 of the City, Formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545796 File #319362F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Matthew Schultz and Nicole Schultz, husband and wife as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Arbor Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated December 16, 2005, and recorded on January 3, 2006 in instrument 1158410, and modified by Affidavit or Order received by and recorded, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Nineteen And 26/100 Dollars ($144,019.26), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 375 feet of the East 850 feet of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 23, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545578 File #281531F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bradley A Brownell and SuAnn M Brownell, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 8, 2004, and recorded on December 15, 2004 in instrument 1138741, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-Six And 81/100 Dollars ($150,376.81), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 109, Pine Haven Estates No. 4, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Document No. 1122672 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545385 File #305128F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 13, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE TO CREDITORS Trust In the matter of JAMES B. FLOOK, Trust dated October 11, 1996. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, JAMES B. FLOOK, born June 16, 1927, who lived at 829 South Church Street, Hastings, Michigan died March 27, 2010 leaving a certain trust under the name of James B. Flook, and dated October 11, 1996, wherein the decedent was the Settlor and Susan D. Flook was named as the trustee serving at the time of or as a result of the decedents death. Creditors of the decedent and of the trust are notified that all claims against the decedent or against the trust will be forever barred unless presented to Susan D. Flook, the named trustee at 147 Highland Drive, Rochester, Michigan within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 4/26/2010 Robert L. Byington, P-27621 222 West Apple Street, P.O. Box 248 Hastings, Michigan 49058 269-945-9557 Susan D. Flook 147 Highland Drive 77545838 Rochester, Michigan 48307 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Linda Anaya and David Anaya, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated July 1, 2003, and recorded on July 8, 2003 in instrument 1108054, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Four Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Five And 10/100 Dollars ($84,225.10), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of the following described premises: Beginning 30 rods South of the Northeast corner of the Northwest quarter of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, for place of beginning, thence West 80 rods, thence South 10 rods, thence East 80 rods, thence North to the place of beginning. Subject to restrictions, reservations, easements, covenants, oil, gas or mineral rights of record, if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545590 File #234484F04 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by RYAN WESTENDORP and ABIGALE WESTENDORP, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated April 18, 2007, and recorded on April 19, 2007, in Document No. 1179517, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Nine Thousand Twenty-Three Dollars and Twelve Cents ($99,023.12), including interest at 6.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on June 10, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION 24, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, CARLTON TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 07 SECONDS WEST, 49.71 FEET ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 24; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 22 MINUTES 25 SECONDS WEST, 210.14 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE M-43 HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY, AS DESCRIBED IN LIBER 247 ON PAGE 455; THENCE SOUTH 54 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 16 SECONDS EAST, 252.42 FEET ALONG THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF THE CLEAR VISION AREA DESCRIBED IN LIBER 247 ON PAGE 433, TO SAID EAST SECTION LINE; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 07 SECONDS WEST, 85.00 FEET ALONG THE SAID EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 24; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 22 MINUTES 25 SECONDS WEST, 275.01 FEET; THENCE NORTH 01 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 07 SECONDS EAST, 273.70 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 24; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS EAST, 275.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 77545851 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE No. 10-25566-DE Estate of Lillian Irene Lumbert. Date of birth: 12/17/1945. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Lillian Irene Lumbert, who lived at 1684 Coville Road, Woodland, MI 48897, died 02/10/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Cindy Wnuk, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Hastings, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 5-10-10 Michael J. McPhillips (P33715) 121 West Apple Street, Suite 101 Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-3512 Cindy Wnuk 1757 N. M-37 Hwy. Middleville, MI 49333 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ronald Traylor, a single person, original mortgagor(s), to Member First Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2002, and recorded on November 5, 2002 in instrument 1090964, and modified by Affidavit or Order recorded on April 26, 2010 in instrument 201004260004225, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand Four Hundred Six And 78/100 Dollars ($72,406.78), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning 70 rods South of the Northeast corner of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, for the place of beginning; thence West 80 rods; thence South 10 rods, thence East 80 rods, thence North to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545866 File #299914F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Esther Stanley and Jerry Ralph Stanley aka Jerry R Stanley, wife and husband as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2006, and recorded on November 21, 2006 in instrument 1173012, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand One Hundred Sixty-Two And 79/100 Dollars ($225,162.79), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 27, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 14, Prairie Ridge Estates, a site condominium according to the Master Deed recorded in Instrument No. 1121448 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 34, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545327 File #318188F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Virgil J Carter and Julie A Texter, aka Julie A Carter aka Julie Carter, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated May 12, 2004, and recorded on May 17, 2004 in instrument 1127763, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-One And 01/100 Dollars ($165,491.01), including interest at 8.48% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 730 feet of the West 590 feet of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 28, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545758 File #322300F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lisa Beth Baker and Michelle Stenzelbarton, as Joint Tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2005, and recorded on September 29, 2005 in instrument 1153550, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Five And 94/100 Dollars ($102,565.94), including interest at 6.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lots 6 and 7 of Block 7 of the Eastern Addition to the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, According to the Recorded Plat thereof, except the North 10 Feet of said Lot 6. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545821 File #319753F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Zachary T. Moore, a married man and Tealy E. Moore, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 25, 2005 and recorded June 6, 2005 in Instrument Number 1147636, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by First Horizon Home Loans, a division of First Tennessee Bank National Association by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Five and 20/100 Dollars ($79,405.20) including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MAY 27, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1134 and the West three quarters of Lot 1135 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 29, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 238.8056 ASAP# 3545011 04/29/2010, 77545332 05/06/2010, 05/13/2010, 05/20/2010 NOTICE OF MODIFICATION OPPORTUNITY Borrower(s): Jeffrey Burns Karen Burns Property Address: 5329 Marsh Road, Shelbyville, MI 49344 Pursuant to MCLA 600.3205a please be advised of the following: You have a right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The name of the firm designated as the representative of the mortgage servicer is: Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. and designee can be contacted at the address and phone number below. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's website at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling 1-800-A-SHELTER, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year-round. If a meeting is requested with the designee shown above, foreclosure proceedings will NOT be commenced until 90 days after the date the notice mailed to you on 05/10/2010. If an agreement is reached to modify your mortgage loan the mortgage will NOT be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. The website for the Michigan State Bar Lawyer Referral Service is http://www.michbar.org/programs/lawyerreferral.cfm and the toll free number is 800-9680738. You may bring an action in circuit court if you are required by law to be served notice and foreclosure proceedings are commenced, without such notice having been served upon you. If you have previously agreed to modify your mortgage loan within the past twelve (12) months under the terms of the above statute, you are not eligible to participate in this program unless you have complied with the terms of the mortgage loan, as modified. Notice given by: Randall S. Miller Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 313-583-3336 (Loan Modification Dept.) loanmods@millerlaw.biz Case No. 10OMI00578-1 Dated: May 13, 2010 PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS OFFICE MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 77545847 ASAP# 3563874 05/13/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark C Penord, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 6, 2007, and recorded on February 9, 2007 in instrument 1176231, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York, as Trustee for the holders of the Certificates, First Horizon Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series FH07FA2, by First Horizon Home Loans, a division of First Tennessee Bank National Association, Master Servicer, in its capacity as agent for the Trustee under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred One Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Three And 65/100 Dollars ($101,983.65), including interest at 8.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 20, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 49 1/2 feet of Lot 638 and the East 3 1/2 feet of Lot 637 of the Village, now City, Hastings according to the plat thereof recorded in Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545202 File #320793F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Chad A. Rabideau, unmarried and Sherry M. Pastenack aka Sherry M. Pasternack, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 13, 2006, and recorded on October 30, 2006 in instrument 1172085, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-One And 28/100 Dollars ($67,531.28), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 27, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 289, thence West 4 rods for place of beginning; thence North 8 rods; West 4 rods; South 8 rods; thence East 4 rods to the place of beginning, Original Plan of the Village (now City) of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545287 File #318002F01 NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held May 11, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. Barry County is currently ACCEPTING BIDS to re-roof the flat portions of the Historic Barry County Courthouse, which are due 5:00pm on May 26, 2010. For more information, please contact the Buildings and Grounds Department at (269) 945-1293 or by email to tneeb@barrycounty.org. 77545661 77540795 City of Hastings CITY OF HASTINGS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hastings City Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, May 24, 2010 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers, second floor of City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for City Council to hear comments and make a determination on the necessity of improvements and the establishment of a special assessment district for the Downtown Parking Special Assessment District for 2010. The City will provide necessary reasonable aid and services to disabled persons wishing to attend these hearings upon seven days notice to the Clerk of the City of Hastings, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Telephone 269/945-2468 or TDD call relay service 800/649-3777. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk 77545858 FIRE HYDRANT FLUSHING The Department of Public Services work crews will be flushing fire hydrants on Tuesday, May 18, 2010 and Wednesday, May 19, 2010. Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services 77545611 Food Service Director Job Description/Requirements contact: Superintendent Richard Satterlee 232 W. Grant St. • Hastings, MI 49058 ��The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 13, 2010 — Page 15 Lakewood girls’ soccer ends CAAC-White season winless will get more goals. All in all it was not a spanking, but we just did not score when we had the chances.” The Vikings had at least four good chances in the second half, but just weren’t able to finish. Portland edged the Vikings 3-1 on Unity Field Thursday evening, scoring twice in the final 26 minutes of the second half. The Raiders opened up the scoring on a penalty kick midway through the first half, but five and a half minutes later Lakewood tied things up on a goal by Durham. Durham took a pass from Chelsie Doran and raced up the right sideline past her defender and put a shot into the upper right side of the Portland net. Gonzales said that it was an outstanding game for Durham, and her fellow forward Whitney Holaski. Martinez also played well for the Vikings, as her coach said she displayed great poise. Lakewood heads to Delton Kellogg Friday. TK outscores Wayland 38-1 in its three O-K Gold games In just 13 innings last week the Thornapple Kellogg varsity baseball team outscored Wayland 38-1 and earned three O-K Gold Conference victories. The series was capped off for the Trojans with a 10-0 five-inning win on Thursday in Wayland, in which Marquis Gill and Austin Bart combined for a no-hitter. Gill started the game, and struck out five while walking four through four innings, then Bart came in for a 1-2-3 fifth inning. The Trojans scored four times in each of the first two innings, then tacked on two more runs in the third. Jacob McCarty went 3-for-3 with four RBI’s to lead the Trojan attack. Robby Enslen and Dylan VanPutten had two hits each. Patrick Bobolts doubled in two runs and Tyler Karcher tripled in two additional runs. With the win TK moves into sole possession of second place in the O-K Gold, with a 9-3 league mark. The Trojans are 15-6 over- all. West Ottawa scored a 13-7 non-conference win over the Trojans Monday. Tyler Karcher started strong on the mound for TK, allowing just one hit, two walks, and one earned run through three innings, but ran into trouble in the fourth. After he walked the bases loaded, McCarty took over for TK. Three Trojan errors in the inning allowed the Panthers to score nine unearned runs and 11 total runs in the inning. The Trojans answered with five runs in the fifth, to close the gap to 12-5, but that was as close as they would get. Bobolts was 3-for-4 with an RBI on the afternoon, and VanPutten contributed two hits and two RBI’s. The Trojans had their double header with Hastings rained out Tuesday, and those games were rescheduled for Wednesday afternoon. The Trojans and Saxons will meet for one in Hastings today. The Saxons’ junior varsity softball team celebrates its championship at the May 1 BC Invitational. Saxon Sports Shorts JV Softball Hastings’ junior varsity softball team won the May 1 BC Invitational, knocking off Marshall 10-1 in the championship game, after scoring a 7-1 win over Plainwell and a 36-0 victory over Battle Creek Central. Laken Meade pitched the Saxons to the three wins. She allowed just six hits and struck out 11 in the championship game victory over Marshall. The Saxons got big hits in the final from Erika Rozell, Dani King, Meade, Marissa Adams, Farah Salazar, and Anna Cooley. JV Boys’ Golf The Saxon junior varsity boys’ golf team was edged by South Christian April 28 at the Hastings Country Club, 201 to 192. Tom Peurach led the Saxons with a 47. Chris Feldpausch, Joey Longstreet, Matt Kloosterman, Travis Matthews, Dylan Thurman, Chris Doxtader, and Steven Stout also contributed for Hastings. The Saxons were downed by Grand Rapids Catholic Central at Centennial Country Club April 26, 168 to 218. Matthews led the Saxons on the day with a 51. Vining leads host Delton to pair of conference victories Tyler Vining was the only player to break 40 at Mullenhurst Golf Course Thursday, as Delton Kellogg’s varsity boys’ golf team scored a pair of Kalamazoo Valley Association victories. The Delton boys fired a team score of 169 on their home course, besting Pennfield’s 171 and Parchment’s 176. Vining fired a 39 to lead Delton, while Mitchell Wandell added a 41, Kasey Braska 44, and Zack Simon 45. Pennfield was led by Jacob Emmons’ 41, and also got a 42 from Jeff Brown, and a pair of 44’s from Levi Hamlin and Nick Lindsey. Parchment’s Mike Bailey shot a 40, the day’s second best individual round. His teammate Ryan Steffler added a 44, Mat Mallett chipped in a 45, and Chris Ireland shot a 47. Viking tennis doesn’t drop a set in victory over Charlotte by Brett Bremer Start printing up the T-shirts and the bracelets. ‘WWED?’ WWED? What would Ernie do? I heard that phrase glanced over once during the wall-to-wall coverage of the passing of legendary Detroit Tigers’ broadcaster Ernie Harwell last week. You couldn’t turn on the radio, the television, go to work, or even step out of your home without someone offering a kind word about or to share a story about Ernie. I was listening to the Tigers’ broadcast last Tuesday, headed home from the track meet at Maple Valley. My cell phone rang, and it was my aunt Laurie. I could hear the tears in her eyes as she told me the news. I can’t imagine a bigger Tigers’ or Ernie fan than her. It wasn’t a long conversation. She let me get back to paying attention to the traffic fairly quickly. Later in the week my mother told me about her sister, sitting in her bed room listening to Ernie and keeping track of the Tigers so she could pass that information along to their brother who was fighting overseas. The day after Ernie’s death I was at a soccer game at Maple Valley. Lion coach Chris Ricketts was talking to me about school boards and tough economic times, and it reminded me of a story I’d heard about Ernie on the way over there. How Mr. Harwell was gungho to help old Tiger Stadium away from the wrecking ball, until the people in charge decided that rather than go with the $4 million dollar plan that Ernie was helping promote they wanted to go with an idea which would cost closer to $30 million. What did Ernie do? He decided to step aside and let someone else try to save the stadium. He’d have his memories. That money could be going to more important things in this current Michigan economy. After I mentioned that, Ricketts started telling me about how many years ago the baseball team he played on was invited to the Harwells’ home on a couple of times for cookouts, and how special Ernie and his wife Lulu were. Other than hearing his voice on the radio night after night after night on the radio, I didn’t have many connections with Mr. Harwell. I remember seeing him outside of a WJR trailer in Detroit on our way into a game one summer. He signed autographs for me and my cousins. I remember turning to my dad and asking, “did he ever play baseball?” It wasn’t until later that I learned he had never been a pro, but he was traded for a catcher once. One of the first columns I wrote in this job was encouraging people to turn on their radios and listen to the last few broadcasts Mr. Harwell shared with us. My dad took that column with us to Harwell’s final game, at Comerica Park, and tried to walk right into the press box to give it to him. He was obviously stopped by security, but still passed the letter along. It couldn’t have been more than a couple of weeks later when I got a letter in the mail from Ernie, saying thanks for the neat column. I wanted pretty badly to go down to Detroit for Ernie’s viewing on Thursday, but what popped into my head? “What would Ernie do?” My wife had a rare Thursday off work. We took our son to the zoo. Two games was the most any Oriole won in a set against Lakewood Monday, as the Viking varsity girls’ tennis team improved to 7-3 overall with an 8-0 win over Charlotte. Lakewood’s doubles teams only dropped two games total. Abby Haskin and Orianna Ramos topped Courtney Love and Regan Masters 6-0, 6-0 at number one, and the fourth doubles team of Jessica Hilley and Nancy Brehm won by the same score against Amanda Clarke and Megan Brocklehurst at fourth doubles. The Viking second doubles team of Jenna Avery and Nicole Graham won 6-1, 6-0 over Courtney Woodbeck and Shantell Adams at second doubles. In the third doubles match, Lakewood’s Kati Kauffman and Olivia Salazar scored a 6-0, 6-1 win over Taelor Johns and Samantha Freiburger. Saxons beat Bengals for first Gold win Hastings’ varsity girls’ tennis team scored its first O-K Gold Conference victory of the season Monday, topping Ottawa Hills 6-2. The Saxons got victories from Hannah Smith at third singles and Sarah Thornburg at fourth singles. Ottawa Hills forfeited the third and fourth doubles matches, and the Saxons won 6-0, 60 at the top two flights. Krystal Pratt and Amelia Travis scored the win at number one doubles, and Katie Secord and Kara Cancunnan at number two. “Our doubles teams are playing strong and are helping pull out team wins,” said Saxon head coach Julie Severns. The two wins for the Bengals came at the top two singles matches, where the Saxons’ Lexi von der Hoff and Allyson Ellsworth lost close matches. The Saxons were slated to take on Battle Creek Central last night, and will head to South Christian and East Kentwood for the O-K Gold Conference Tournament Saturday. The closest match of the contest came at fourth doubles, where the Vikings’ Hannah Morris scored a 6-2, 6-2 win over McKenzie Burke. The Vikings’ MacKenzie Chase scored a 60, 6-2 win over Avigne Wang at first singles, Kelsey Stoddard topped Emily Fulton 6-1, 61 at number two, and Kayla Bite topped Meghan Butler 6-1, 6-0 at third singles. Lakewood’s match with Lansing Catholic which was planned for Tuesday was moved to Wednesday this week. The Vikings will see the Cougars again today, as Portland hosts the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division Tournament. The Vikings then host Thornapple Kellogg Monday and visit Hastings Tuesday. The Delton Kellogg High School baseball program will be hosting its First Annual Delton Kellogg Baseball and Friends Marathon Game Saturday, May 22 at the high school. “It is an effort to let our current players unite together with family, friends, and alumni in celebration of the game we enjoy so much,” said Delton Kellogg varsity baseball coach Bill Humphrey. The event will run from 9:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. The varsity and junior varsity teams will combine and choose sides to start the morning, with the game scheduled to start at 9:30 a.m. They’ll play continuously using a pitching machine while keeping track of scores and batting stats. The game will break for a potluck lunch from noon until 1:15 p.m., and then begin again from 1:30 p.m. until 4 p.m. DK baseball’s friends and alumni are welcome to join in the game from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. Humphrey said he hopes the event will “improve the game savvy of our current JV and varsity players, promote camaraderie between the JV and varsity squads, introduce the boys to the art of keeping the scorebook correctly, and provide an opportunity for our friends and alumni to dust off their mitts and join in the fray.” Friends and alumni who would like to participate are asked to contact Billy Humphrey before the event, if possible, at (269) 623-6033. Freeport Fastpitch Freeport Fastpitch Standings Monday Mentor/Novice #5 Glenn's Gas & Welding Supplies #2 Nine-Kasof #4 Thornapple Clean-Up #3 Freeport Independents #1 Hastings Merchants #6 Freport Milling 1-0 1-0 1-0 0-1 0-1 0-1 BPA, continued from page 1 Besides having the opportunity to excel, they experienced the Anaheim area as they visited exciting sites including Knott’s Berry Farm, Beverly Hills, Hollywood and Disneyland. “The conference is the culmination of a school year’s worth of business skills education and training which members of the local chapter of Business Professionals of America at Hastings have received,” said chapter advisor Tracy George, who, along with Nancy Cottrell, advises the group. “These students earned the honor of attending the national conference by placing in events held at the state level in March.” Michigan broke several records in its continuation of winning more awards than any other state. Michigan’s secondary division won 98 awards in the top 10, with 38 in the top three. The postsecondary division won 92 in the top 10, with 25 in the top three. Business Professionals of America is a national organization for secondary and post-secondary students preparing for careers in business and information technology. The organization’s activities and programs complement classroom instruction by giving students practical experience through application of the skills learned at school. Business Professionals of America acts as a cohesive agent in the nationwide networking of education and business and industry. SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org THURSDAY, MAY 13 TBA 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm 6:15 pm 6:15 pm Boys Girls Girls Boys Boys Boys Girls Girls Girls Girls Girls JV Varsity JV Varsity JV MS MS Varsity JV JV Varsity Golf Softball Softball Baseball Baseball Track Track Soccer Soccer Softball Softball conf. rain date TKHS DH Game 1 TKHS DH Game 1 TKHS TKHS Maple Valley JHS Maple Valley JHS Ottawa Hills HS Herit. Chr. Acad. - Kzoo TKHS DH Game 2 TKHS DH Game 2 A A H H A H H A A H A BC Lakeview Invite Wyoming Rogers Wyoming Rogers A A A FRIDAY, MAY 14 TBA Boys Varsity Golf 4:00 pm Girls JV Soccer 5:45 pm Girls Varsity Soccer SATURDAY, MAY 15 TBA TBA 8:30 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 10:30 am Girls Girls Boys Boys Boys Girls Boys Varsity Varsity JV Varsity Varsity Varsity JV Softball Tennis Baseball Baseball Track Track Baseball Charlotte Invite A Conf. Finals A NPCHS DH Game 1 A Saxon Wooden Bat Invite H OK Gold Finals@Houseman F. A OK Gold Finals@Houseman F. A NPCHS DH Game 2 A MONDAY, MAY 17 9:00 am Boys Varsity Golf 4:00 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:30 pm 6:00 pm Girls Boys Girls Boys Girls Fresh. MS MS Fresh. Fresh. Softball Track Track Baseball Softball OK Gold Conf. Tourn. @ Cath. Central (Meadows) TKHS DH Game 1 Conf. Meet @ Caledonia Conf. Meet @ Caledonia Caled. 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GRCC DH Game 1 GRCC DH Game 2 A A A Soccer Soccer Tennis Baseball Softball Softball Baseball Baseball Baseball Softball Softball OK Gold Conf. Tourney OK Gold Conf. Tourney Regionals Pennfield HS DH Game 1 GRCC DH Game 1 GRCC DH Game 1 So. Christian HS So. Christian HS Pennfield HS DH Game 2 GRCC DH Game 2 GRCC DH Game 2 A A A A H A A H A H A THURSDAY, MAY 20 TBA TBA TBA 4:00 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 6:00 pm 6:15 pm 6:15 pm Girls Girls Girls Boys Girls Girls Boys Boys Boys Girls Girls Varsity JV Varsity Fresh. Varsity JV Varsity JV Fresh. Varsity JV Times and dates subject to change. Thanks to This Week’s Sponsor: VERONICA for Earning 7th at BPA Nationals We are so proud of you... Love Mom and Dad 77545743 Lakewood’s varsity girls’ soccer team fell to 0-5 in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division with a pair 3-1 league losses in the last week on Unity Field. Dani Hill scored a pair of goals for Corunna Monday, one in the fourth minute of play and then a second with 15:42 to play in the first half. Lakewood pulled to within a goal, with Ashley Durham finishing a rebound off a shot from teammate Shannon Morse with 5:37 left in the half. The Vikings’ already have a short bench, and when Cat Martinez went down with an injury in the second half the Cavaliers took control of the game. They outshot the Vikings 17-7 in the second half. Corunna added a final goal with 16:33 to play. “I think were finding that two subs just are not enough, even though we are in great shape,” said Lakewood head coach Paul Gonzales. “Again, our strong point was our forwards working so hard. Hopefully, if they keep putting the pressure on defenses, they DK baseball plans its first marathon game for May 22 ��The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 13, 2010 — Page 17 TK senior scores lone goal in senior night victory by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The coach called it a shock. The player called it a struggle. Everyone else would just call it the game winning goal. Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity girls’ soccer team improved its record to 2-3 in the O-K Gold Conference with a 1-0 victory over Hastings in Middleville Thursday evening. Senior Andrea Penfield scored the game’s Thornapple Kellogg’s Nicole Humphrey (left) and Hastings’ Brittany Hickey battle for possession of the ball in the Saxons' end of the field during the second half Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) only goal with 3:56 remaining in the first half. It was especially fitting that she scored the goal. “It’s our last home game and it’s senior night,” Penfield said, “so they all wanted to do it for us three seniors. And, it’s against Hastings which is always a tough rival. It’s always our most fun game of the year.” The Trojans beat a tough rival thanks to Penfield’s tough shot. After a Trojan throw in, the ball bounced back out to Penfield along the end line to the left of the Saxon net. “I headed it forward, then with the left (foot) went across my body with the shot,” Penfield said. “It was kind of a struggle.” It was from a tough angle too, but she snuck the shot past the Hastings’ keeper from the left side into the lower right side of the net. “We were all shocked and awed by that,” said TK head coach Katie Langridge. “That’s just not normally how she’d put one in, from a hard angle, left-footed.” The teams traded good scoring chances throughout the first half. TK nearly took a 10 lead in the first six minutes, but a shot from Hayley Balsitis off a nice pass from Lyndi Garrison flew over the Saxon net. Garrison, Kaley Jachim, and Penfield are the only three Trojan seniors this season. Both Penfield and her coach felt like things finally really clicked for the Trojans Thursday. “It was fun to see these girls all come together,” Langridge said. “The girls did it as a team. That’s what I told them at the end.” Keeper Alyssa Weesie earned the shut out in net, behind a defense which got solid effort from freshmen Demi Scott, Alaina Pohl, and Crystal Smith among others. The win was especially important for the Trojans to end a tough week. Wayland scored a 2-1 league win over TK Monday, and then Wednesday the Trojans were defeated 8-0 by a talented Grandville squad on the road. Hastings returned to action Saturday, and suffered a 1-0 non-conference loss to Hudsonville at home. The Saxons’ Jennifer Jarman settles a bouncing ball during Saturday’s non-conference contest with Hudsonville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Thornapple Kellogg’s Annie Penfield (right) and Hastings’ Morganne Hubbell collide as they go after a bouncing ball near midfield during the first half Thursday night in Middleville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lakewood boys win another close league contest Lakewood’s Nathan Bryans clears the bar at five feet in the high jump Tuesday during the Viking boys’ win over Portland at Unity Field. (Photo by Brett Bremer) We're Celebrating! by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Lakewood’s varsity boys’ track and field team had its second consecutive league dual come down to the final events Tuesday, and for the second straight time pulled out the win. The Vikings improved to 3-1 in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division with a 70-67 win over visiting Portland. The win came a week after the Vikings scored a 71-66 victory at Perry. “I’ve never been able to pull my 4x4 (1600-meter relay) guys. Usually it’s ‘we need these points boys,’” said Lakewood head coach Jim Hassett after the win over the Raiders. The Vikings didn’t need to go all out in the 1600-meter relay, a race they would have been the favorites in, because of a couple late wins by Tucker Seese in the 3200-meter run and the high jump duo of Michael Carr and Nathan Bryans. Bryans and Carr tied for first in the high jump, both clearing 5 feet 6 inches. Seese won the 3200-meter run in 10 minutes 53 seconds. The cold, wet wind didn’t seem to both Seese as he raced around the track in the 3200. It had been a long day for him. He set a new personal record in winning the 1600meter run in 4:53.6. Coach Hassett also decided late to put him into the 800-meter run, just two events before the 3200, in what turned out to be a failed effort to pick up an extra point or two. Lakewood won four of the five field events, with Bryans also taking the long jump at 17-2. Wes Cramer won the discus at 121-5, and Willie Gross cleared 9-6 to take the pole vault. Cramer led a sweep of the discus for the Vikings, with Cody Lindemulder second at 120-8 and Bryans third at 117-2. Portland’s Jake Silas (44-2) edged Cramer (41-10) and Bryans (40-10) for the top spot in the shot put. A key moment early in the meet came Hastings City Bank is proud to have been selected as one of the "101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in West Michigan" for the second year! Representatives from the bank accepted the award on Thursday, May 6 at The Pinnacle Center in Hudsonville, Michigan. This award would not have been possible without the support of our employees and demonstrates our mission of: Meeting customer needs, exceeding expectations. Come see the difference in banking with Hastings City Bank. 1-888-422-2280 77545871 We want to be your bank! 77545675 The Vikings’ Alexis Kosten races towards a first-place finish in the 400meter dash during Tuesday’s CAACWhite dual with Portland. (Photo by Brett Bremer) when the Portland 800-meter relay team was disqualified for a bad hand-off, and the Lakewood team of Micah Weatherwax, Travis Ackerson, Adam Senters and Kyle Shanks took the victory in 1:38.39. That was the only relay win for the Vikings. Lakewood’s only other win on the track came in the 400, with Sam Desgranges winning in 53.17. The Vikings swept that event too, as Ackerson was second in 56.50 and Cody Collins third in 58.34. Weatherwax, was third in both the 100 TRACK, continued on page 18 �Page 18 — Thursday, May 13, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Satterly leads Vikes to one win over Williamston Lakewood’s Alex Schuiling delivers a pitch during the third inning of game two Monday against Williamston. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Lakewood senior Brian Satterly came out the winner in a battle between two of the top arms in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division Monday. The Vikings couldn’t keep things rolling to steal two from the Williamston Hornets though, as the two teams split their league double header at Lakewood High School. Satterly allowed just six hits and struck out 12 in his complete game effort in game one, in which he faced off against the Hornets’ Dylan Monette. The Vikings had just four hits in their 3-2 win. Williamston tied the game at 2-2 with a run in the top of the seventh inning, but the Vikings rallied in the bottom half of the inning without the benefit of a hit. Zach Innes walked to start of the frame, moved to second on a sacrifice bunt by Thomas Ackerson, and eventually came home on a fielder’s choice off the bat of Paul Salazar. “We capitalized on a few of their mistakes, and did the things you need to do to win a one-run game,” said Lakewood head coach Keith Carpenter. Satterly had and RBI double in the bottom of the fourth to plate the game’s first run, then in the sixth the Vikings got a two-out RBI double from Alex Schuiling after Brendan Stahl reached on an error. A double by Cody Guile in the third and a single by Innes in the fifth were the only other Viking hits. The Hornets scored twice in the second, twice in the fourth, then added four runs in the sixth to score an 8-0 win in game two. Lakewood had just four singles off of the Hornet pitcher in game two. Williamston was helped by five Viking errors in the contest, as starter Alex Schuiling took the loss. “We just weren’t focused in the second game, and we were a little bit content that we had just beat supposedly the best pitcher in the league,” said Carpenter. “What we’ve learned the last couple weeks is you have to come to play two games if you want to compete.” Monette hit a home run to start the top of the sixth for the Hornets, then Dylan Schultz would later follow with a two-run blast in the inning. The Vikings are now 2-2 in the league, while Williamston moves to 3-1. “Williamston is a very good baseball team. You’re not going to make five errors and beat them, ever,” Carpenter said. After winning the first of two against Belding, 4-3, Wednesday at Lakewood High School the Viking offense came to life in game two which was a three-inning 15-0 Viking first baseman Zach Innes ends a pickle play between first and second by tagging out a Williamston base runner during the top of the fourth inning of game two Monday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) mercy for the Vikes. Cody Brown, Satterly, Innes, and Stahl were all 2-for-2 for the Vikings. Brown had an inside the park home run to seal the victory in the third inning. Innes had a triple, Satterly four RBI’s, and Stahl one RBI. “We got off to a hot start, scoring seven in the first inning, and just got a lot of confidence at the plate,” Carpenter said. “We hit the ball very, very well. Brown earned the win on the mound, only facing ten Belding batters in the three innings. He struck out two and didn’t walk a batter or allow a hit. In the game one win, The Vikings scored once in the fifth and three times in the sixth to overcome a 2-0 deficit, and held on as the Redskins pulled to within a run in the seventh. Luke Richmond and Aaron Hawkes combined to allow just four hits for the Vikings. Richmond got the start, striking out two and allowing two runs in his three innings on the mound. Hawkes came on in the fourth to earn the win, striking out seven the rest of the way. Innes was 2-for-4 at the plate, and seven of the other nine Vikings in the line-up would get one hit each. Alex Schuiling, Salazar, and Satterly each had an RBI. Lakewood brought its bats into Thursday’s double header with DeWitt, winning the opener 13-1 in five innings. The Vikings got one run in the first, then exploded for seven in the second and five in the third. Thomas Ackerson, Satterly, Ryne Musbach, and Brown all had two RBI’s in the win. Innes, Ackerson, and Satterly had two hits each. Alex Schuiling earned the win, walking four and giving up three hits in the five-inning complete game. He struck out four. DeWitt looked like it was poised for a big offensive game too, but Alex Schuiling was able to work his way out of trouble. The Panthers had the bases loaded in each of the first two innings. “He pitched out of both jams, and only allowed one earned run in those two innings,” Carpenter said. “I was very happy with his perseverance and the way he weathered the storm for a sophomore.” In game two, an error and a key misplay in the outfield which allowed three runs to score helped DeWitt to a 6-5 win over the Vikings. The Panthers scored five of their six runs in the fourth inning. Brown pitched well in relief of Ackerson, coming in with the bases loaded and one out in the fourth. Lakewood battled back though, with three runs in the sixth then one more in the seventh. The Vikings still had runners on second and third in the seventh with two out when Musbach hit a bullet to left field which the Panther outfielder made a good play on to end the contest. Guile led the Viking attack with three hits, and Stahl was 1-for-3 with a pair of RBI’s. Innes chipped in a double. Saxons get clutch hits to top GRCC Riley McLean tossed his fifth shut out of the season Thursday, as Hastings varsity baseball team scored a 3-0 win at Grand Raids Catholic Central. McLean is now 7-0 on the season, after striking out eight and allowing only two hits to the Cougar. He was dominant again, allowing only two runners to reach base in one inning, and recording a strike out in six of the seven innings. Behind him, the Saxon defense shined as well. They had just one error in the win, and the outfield group of Nick Wallace , Mitchell Brisboe , Eric Kendall and Tyler DeWitt recorded eight put-outs. “Our defense continued to play well, especially our outfielders who took away four or five hits again today,” said Hastings head coach Marsh Evans. “This group works hard in practice and it is paying dividends.” Hastings scored all three of the game’s runs in the top of the fourth inning. Matt Feldpausch, Zack Passmore, and Tim Hanlon hit consecutive RBI singles with two on and two out to plate the three Saxon runs. “Those three hits broke the game open,” Evans said. “We still need to do a better job of getting runners in scoring position, but overall we’re still happy with the outcome.” Eric Pettengill and McLean got the rally started with a pair of singles, before Micah Huver hustled down the first base line to turn what could have been an inning ending double play into a fielder’s choice. McLean and Hanlon led the Saxon hitters with two knocks each for the day. “Three things really stood out today for us,” Evans said. “The pitching of Riley, and not just Riley but our entire pitching staff, solid defense, and some clutch hitting.” With the win the Saxons improve to 8-4 in the conference 15-9 overall. Their annual Wooden Bat Tournament Saturday and their double header with Thornapple Kellogg were rained out. The plan is to play the Wooden Bat Tournament Saturday in Hastings. The Saxons and Trojans moved their double header to last night, and will close out their league series with one game in Hastings today. Next week, the Saxons will face South Christian in the O-K Gold playing two in Hastings Tuesday and one at South Christian Thursday. TRACK, continued from page 17 and 200-meter dash, but set new personal records in each event with times of 12.07 and 24.79. Lakewood also got a PR from Senters who was second in the 800 (2:10.3) and Branden Phillips who was second in the 300-meter hurdles (45.37). Lakewood’s girls also got their first league win Tuesday, topping the Raiders 104-32. The Viking girls won the first eight races on the track, beginning with the 3200-meter relay team of Kacey McCarren, Maria Patrick, Megan Hokanson, and Casey Rayner finishing in 12:40.6. Ellie Reynolds was the only Viking girl to win two individual events, taking the 100-meter hurdles in 17.52 and the 300meter low hurdles in 53.88. She also teamed with Madison McLean, Meghan Kilbourn, and Alexis Kosten to win the 800-meter relay in 1:56.65 and the 400meter relay in 54.66. McLean took the 100 in 14.31, Kosten the 400 in 1:07.75, Rayner the 3200 in 14:48, and Madison King the 1600 with a personal record time of 5:53.2. In the field, Lakewood dominated. The Vikings swept both throws. Beth Walkington won the shot put at 33-5, with Andrea Hellmich second at 32-4 and Ashley Jemison third at 29-8.5. In the discus, Jemison won with a throw of 98-7, followed by Hellmich 91-5.5, and Anna Lynch 81-8.5. Melanie Brodbeck won the pole vault at 7-0, and teammate Kelley Daniels was the only other scorer in the event clearing 6-0. The Vikings close the league duals at home against Corunna Tuesday. A win would put the Viking boys in second place in the league standings behind perennial champion Williamston heading into the conference championship meet. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-05-20.pdf 815c61af841fb32745cfdd0989928920 PDF Text Text County Board to have new faces Supreme Court choice is questionable Hastings boys, TK girls keep titles See Story on Page 3 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 19 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 20 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, May 20, 2010 NEWS Proposed animal control committee raises hackles BRIEFS Walkers to gather for Meals on Wheels fundraiser Saturday To help with the cost of the local Meals on Wheels program for homebound people 60 and older, the Barry County Commission on Aging is holding its 21st annual walkathon at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 22. There is still time for people of all ages to collect pledges for the meals program and join the walk. Registration at the event begins at 9:30 a.m. at the COA headquarters, 320 W. Woodlawn Ave. in Hastings. There will be stops along the walkathon route at various businesses where walkers will be given token prizes. Lunch will be served at the end of the route, followed by games for kids, music by The Nashville 5, square dance lessons and other festivities. Prizes will be awarded in four categories. A $25 contribution will purchase 12 hot lunches or 20 cold suppers or one case of liquid nutrition for seniors through the COA. Pledge sheets for the walk are available at the COA or by calling 269-948-4856. CK&S Railfan Festival meeting planned May 22 The committee planning the CK&S Railfan Festival is holding a meeting for all people interested in preserving the history of the former Chicago, Kalamazoo & Saginaw Railway, which played an important role in the development of Hastings, Delton and other Barry County communities from the 1890s to the 1930s. The meeting will start at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 22, in the Michigan Room of the Hastings Public Library. People who are interested in volunteering to help with the July 17 Railfan Festival or want to get involved in any way are invited to attend the meeting. For more information, call Mike at 269-623-6225 or John at 269-671-5011. Deadline nears for Hastings High Alumni Banquet tickets Tickets for the 123rd Hastings High School Alumni Banquet to be held Saturday, May 29, can be purchased at Bosley Pharmacy, 118 S. Jefferson in Hastings, 269-945-3429, or by contacting Donna Brown at 269-948-2790. Tickets are $13 each. The deadline for purchasing tickets for the banquet is 9:30 a.m. Monday, May 24. Limited tickets will be available for purchase at the door at $15. Festivities at the event begin with a punch bowl reception at 4:30 p.m. in the Hastings High School cafeteria, followed by the banquet and program at 5:30 p.m. The banquet is for all who attended Hastings High School and their guests and recognizes the class of 2010 and the 45th, 55th, 60th, 65th and 70th class anniversary years with special recognition to the 50th anniversary class of 1960. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During the Barry County Board of Commissioner’s Committee of the Whole meeting Tuesday, Chairman Robert Houtman proposed a recommendation that the board establish an advisory committee for Barry County Animal Control. Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf, who oversees animal control , said he does not want a situation where his officers are “micro-managed” by the advisory committee or the board and that he should “have the final say” on who sits on the advisory committee. When he introduced the proposal, Houtman said he and other members of the board had heard comments from citizens who wished to be involved with animal control and the Barry County Animal Shelter. “They want to improve the life of the animals and improve the rate of adoption. They also want to help the sheriff department and the animal control staff that reports (to the sheriff’s department) to function with volunteers and possibly provide staff,” said Houtman. “Overall, as the mission in the proposal states, they want to provide better service to the people, to the public and to improve the life of the animals in the shelter under the jurisdiction of the animal control department ... If we can educate the public properly, we will get better care for animals, and we will get less animals that are strays and brought to the shelter.” Commissioner Howard Gibson said he wondered if the sheriff’s department, “was on board with this.” “The sheriff is sitting right here,” responded Houtman, “This is an advisory board to us and to animal control ... I know the sheriff said the other day that he was looking for folks to give ideas how to do things better. And, I think as late as last week, we were looking for help to answer the phones [at the shelter]. This committee could help steer some of the folks in the right direction ...” “Some of the things, we were looking at,” said Leaf. “But, we don’t want to get into a situation where it looks like we are being micro-managed. We are looking for help periodically. Adoptions are up, so kudos to my employees for working hard on that end ... We tried to form a committee a while back. I don’t know what happened to it. All I asked for was policies and procedures and a chain of command like we do with the posse, with a chair, vice-chair. We’re always open to not “The intent is to involve the public and allow them to help ... You don’t have to be bad to get better; and that is what this is all about.” County Board Chair Robert Houtman having to put animals down. We’re always open to that. We’re always open to how do we educate the public better. What I’m looking for is a committee that will help. In the past, we had a problem with people that tried to obstruct my officers from doing their jobs. I’d like to see something more in the lines of how can we best use volunteers type stuff ... “I wish I could have seen this earlier,” he concluded. “The difference is I don’t answer to you guys, and you don’t answer to me. We are electeds and we answer to the people. And, in a roundabout way, that is, what I’m trying to say here, is that I don’t answer to you guys. I answer to the people.” Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf “It’s been on the agenda since Thursday,” said Houtman, who continued, “I think the objectives for mission accomplishment covers all those things, including the fostering of volunteers, creating shelter volunteer opportunities that could be picking up animals for seniors ... and taking them to the vet for care or whatever. But, in the long term, what this is is an advisory committee to the county board of commissioners and to the animal control department to improve the service to the community and improve the lives of the animals. There is a lot of things this committee could work on, and that is where this mission accomplishment items come from — what can this committee bring to make life easier for everybody, including improving services, including volunteers and office help, including helping increase adoptions and decrease euthanasia, including the Humane Society ... educating the public about neutering and spay- ing, marketing pets and helping to get more of them placed out in the community. That is what the intention of this is.” As proposed, the advisory committee would consist of seven members from the following categories: Barry County Animal Control, Barry County Board of Commissioners, a Barry County citizen at large, Barry County kennel operator, Barry County rescue shelter operator, Barry County Humane Society, and a Barry County veterinarian. Gibson asked how members of the advisory committee would be selected. Houtman replied that, with the exception of the representatives from animal control and the board of commissioners, the seats would be advertised in the local paper, candidates would then go through a public interview just as they would for appointment to any other public board or committee. “Actually, if I’m going to be running it, I’m going to have the final say on all of them,” said Leaf. “You’re not going to be running it,” said Houtman. “This is an advisory board to the board of commissioners and to you ...” “I am an elected official, and I’m going to have the final say on it,” said Leaf. “What I’m telling you is—” said Houtman, “and I don’t want to get into this—” “I don’t either ...” said Leaf. “We can assume this function as a county board of commissioners,” continued Houtman. “I already have a lawyer ready to go on that,” said Leaf. “Dar, why would you object to having more involvement from the public to help?” asked Houtman. “I’m not objecting to more involvement COUNTY BOARD, continued on page 2 Golf carts on roads will face enforcement by Fran Faverman Staff Writer State laws prohibiting golf carts and other off-road vehicles are receiving increased emphasis on enforcement according to Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf. This comes as welcome news for motorists on roads nearest Gun Lake, who hope that they will longer have to experience frightening moments when a golf cart operated by a child enters Patterson Road, Marsh Road, or M-179 from a side street without checking for approaching vehicles. The problem, while acute in the Gun Lake area, according to Leaf, is statewide. The golf cart is being perceived and used by many owners as a suitable alternative to larger vehicles for short trips to a grocery store, ice cream parlor or other destination. Along with increased use is the perception that a golf cart is a suitable vehicle for a child to operate to perform an errand normally requiring a parent or other person with a driver’s license. The sheriff’s department intends to pursue enforcement with discretion, said Leaf, adding that residents can help by calling 911. He further explained that an emergency could be defined as a cart being driven by a young child with other children as passengers. If not an emergency, he recommended calling the department’s main number, 269-948-4800 to report the incident. Leaf said that if the operator can be identified, the department will contact the persons responsible for the child and apprise them of the regulations. A first-time occurrence will probably result in an information warning; subsequent events are likely to result in citations for civil infractions, he said.. Leaf appeared before the Yankee Springs Township Board at its meeting Thursday, May 13, to deliver the news and explain the law, which he said is quite technical. “A golf cart, legally, is an off-road vehicle,” he said. “The law has lots of technicalities, and enforcement has been discretionary, but no ORV can travel on a road where the posted speed limit is higher than 35 mph. They are considered a low-speed vehicle.” The type of power for the vehicle has no bearing, either, he said. “An electrically powered golf cart is still an ORV,” said Leaf. To be road-legal, a golf cart has to have a steel frame including a crush-resistant roof, a seatback, seatbelt anchorages, a windshield and brakes. It also has to be registered under the state’s motor vehicle code. Persons in a Melendys chosen for Book of Golden Deeds Larry and Mary Martha Melendy (center) join their family after being presented the Hastings Exchange Club Book of Golden Deeds award during the Mayor Exchange Day luncheon at the Walldorff Brewpub and Bistro. With Larry and Mary Martha are (from left) Michelle (Melendy) Lahti, Olivia Lahti, Sam Lahti, Ben Lahti, and Josh Lahti. See story page 5. vehicle without a crush-resistant roof must wear helmets that meet the standards set by the Michigan State Police. If the person doing the upgrading is the owner, the vehicle has to be titled in the owner’s name. If the vehicle is being upgraded by a third party, that party must be shown as a manufacturer, must have the appropriate level of dealer license, and must meet all current year federal motor vehicle standards. Only persons with a current driver’s license or a special motor vehicle license may legally operate a golf cart or other ORV. Others include adults over the age of 18 and persons between the ages of 12 and 18 under the direct supervision of a parent. Under no circumstances is the operation of such a vehicle legal by persons under the age of 12 years. Even with proper licensing, golf carts and other similar units still have restrictions. A low-speed vehicle shall be operated at a speed not to exceed 25 miles per hour and shall not be operated on a highway or street with a speed limit of more than 35 miles per hour, according to state law. ORVs cannot be driving on a public highway, street, or roadway that is not posted at 35 mph or greater, on a shoulder or on a sidewalk. The vehicle must be as far to the right as possible in the paved lane and to the left of the white lane marking. ORVs are not permitted on trails such as the Paul HenryThornapple Trail and others. When asked about accidents involving golf carts, Leaf responded, “The owner of the golf cart is liable even if not at fault.” Red, slow-moving-vehicle signs seen on the backs of horse-drawn buggies and tractors are not required for golf carts. ““That applies only to used as an implement of husbandry,” said Leaf. The many kinds of ORVs are subject to the state’s motor vehicle code as well as special regulations for virtually each type. For example, riding mowers may only be operated to cross street to get to another piece of property, not as a mode of transportation. Electric personal assistive mobility devices such as powered scooters, bicycles powered with small motors, and mopeds are included in the motor vehicle code. Specifically excluded from the motor vehicle code are electrically powered wheelchairs. Hastings school board honors retirees Monday, the Hastings Board of Education held a reception to honor the district’s teachers and staff who retired during or the 2009-10 school year and those who are retiring at the end of the current school year. “We wish to congratulate those who are retiring. They have served the district anywhere from 20-plus to 40 years,” said Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee. “They have had a positive impact on the lives of kids that we don’t even know about. On behalf of the board of education, I want to extend our thanks.” Satterlee said that the district is losing years of experience with the retirement of so many teachers. “We are losing a lot experience in the classroom and leadership in our buildings. However, I think we have the right people in place, and I look forward to working with them,” he said. The list of 2009-10 retirees includes teachers Michael Abbate, Beverly Baron, Nancy Bradley, Barbara Case, Laurence Christopher, Joyce Cooklin, Nancy Cottrell, Charles Doe, Paul Fulmer, Stephen Kaiser, Douglas Mepham, Sue Murphy, Timothy Newsted, Laura Sharpe, Patrick Sharpe, Beverly Siekman, James Sutherland, Jean Syswerda, John Zawierucha; Principal Michael Karasinski; food service supervisor Earl Cooklin; food service worker Mary Moore; secretaries Joyce Brandt, Janice Karasinski; paraprofessionals Sandra Dilno, Brenda Morgan; maintenance workers Steven Cole, Paul McClurkin; and childcare program director Mindi Cole. During the board meeting which followed the reception, trustees Scott Hodges, Kevin Beck and Tammy Pennington, joined Satterlee in congratulating the retirees. In other business, the board: RETIREES, continued page 3 �Page 2 — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — The Hastings Banner COUNTY BOARD, continued from page 1 from the public. I’m asking why are you guys getting involved with my function?” responded Leaf. “It is because the community has come to us about a function that could be ours and asked us for more input, and we want to give the community more input,” said Houtman. “We think we can improve what is going on for everybody.” “I don’t mind improving anything — don’t get me wrong — but, how come you are not sending these people to me?” asked Leaf, who said that when people call him with a complaint he will respond to it. Leaf told the commissioners, “I don’t mind getting volunteers in. I got volunteers working on the posse. I got volunteers working with victims services. I don’t have a problem with volunteers in with my officers working animal control. I don’t have any problem with that at all. But, we want structure. We want to set up a chain of command with policies and procedures. We have to have those.” In a later interview, Leaf explained that volunteers have not been working at the shelter for approximately a year because no policies and procedures were in place. Houtman told Leaf that recommending policies and procedures would be part of the advisory committee’s duties and they would report to the sheriff and to the board of commissioners. “The board of commissioners has responsibility in terms of the public, to work with the sheriff. Like I said earlier, animal control could be under the board of commissioners by resolution,” said Houtman, noting that in some counties, animal control is run by the health department; in others, directly by the board of commissioners. “It all depends on how it floats; but it is a non-mandated service that is provided by the board of commissioners then placed somewhere for administration,” said Houtman. “They would simply make recommendations to us,” said Leaf. “Right, to animal control. And, obviously, those recommendations are to better the service and better the relationship and better the life of the animals,” said Houtman. “I don’t see anybody in the county that has any desire to start some sort of contest. What they want is to be is involved in the proper way. And, if there is a proper way to be involved, then that’s good; and I think that is what you want, too, is proper involvement.” Commissioner Mike Callton asked if the committee’s recommendations would be binding. “It could not be binding. They are advisory by title,” said Houtman. “The intent is to involve the public and allow them to help ... You don’t have to be bad to get better; and that is what this is all about.” Another commissioner stated that the board has an obligation to respond to concerns from citizens. “How come you heard those concerns before they came to me and the undersheriff?” asked Leaf. “We deal with everything. I understand what you are saying; but, if there were concerns from the citizens, you should have come to us immediately with them or sent them up to us so we could deal with it. I don’t want that committee to go and try to micro-manage my employees.” “I don’t think any of us want that either, Dar,” replied Houtman. “That’s why I’m kind of scratching my head,” said Leaf. “How would you feel if you had an advisory committee—” “We have all kinds of advisory committees that feed into us,” interjected a commissioner. Callton said he thought he understood where Leaf was coming from. “I liken this to my work on the school boards,” he said. “Sometimes, when someone has a problem with a teacher they go directly to the superintendent, never talking to the teacher. We always said that if you couldn’t work it out with the teacher then you went to the principal and worked your way up. “It seems that if someone has a concern with animal control, first it should go directly to animal control, then if they don’t find satisfaction, work their way up the chain of command,” added Callton. “The difference is I don’t answer to you guys, and you don’t answer to me. We are electeds and we answer to the people,” said Leaf. “And, in a roundabout way, that is, what I’m trying to say here, is that I don’t answer to you guys. I answer to the people. I don’t answer to the governor. I don’t answer to the president. I answer to the people, and you guys have the same luxury. You’re elected, and that’s what I’m trying to do. I’m trying to balance that with your involvement.” Thank You Barry County! 2009-2010 was our best year ever! Congratulations to all area 2010 Graduates! We would like to extend our thanks to Barry County residents for making our 2009-2010 academic year the most successful in our history. This fall begins our 15th year of serving the academic needs of students of all ages. Fall schedules available on-line or at our office. THE KCC FEHSENFELD CENTER 2950 W. M-179 Hwy., Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 948-9500 • www.kellogg.edu 06716113 “You are saying that you’re an independent, elected official and have your own power as we have our own powers,” said Callton. “In this case, you are administrating one of our concerns, which is animal control; so it’s just a little bit different — it’s almost like we have a two-headed animal here.” “There are more complaints with animal control than with the jail,” said Leaf. “People love their animals and that’s just a fact. “But, I want balance,” he continued. “I don’t want the advisory committee, I guess, I don’t want them micro-managing us. I’ve talked to our animal control officers. We’re always open to suggestions. We are open to volunteers, but they had some concerns about stuff that has happened in the past ... they were trying to euthanize an animal and they got someone hanging on to their collar saying, ‘No, not that one. Not that one, please don’t.’ It’s hard enough to do without that.” Leaf said he wished that he could have had another meeting with the Commissioners before the advisory committee was proposed. A commissioner reiterated what Houtman had said about the advisory committee being a way to foster ideas that could ultimately reduce the need for euthanasia, reduce the number of strays and come up with new ideas. Leaf said he already holds quarterly meetings with animal control staff and citizens at large to discuss those sorts of issues. “That is exactly what I envision for this group,” said Houtman. “This group would be made up of specific stakeholders with specific interests and expertise. We would not bring people together who would not be concerned about the same things you are.” “The end result is that everybody has the same goal ... how we get there is what we are talking about,” said Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick. VanNortwick told how he recently adopted a kitten from the shelter, and before he took the animal home, it was given a rabies shot. He said the kitten had a reaction to the shot over the weekend and he took it to a veterinarian who said the kitten was too young for a rabies shot and that is why it had a reaction. “All that could have been avoided and I could have an extra $150 in my pocket had better standards been in place, where that kitten perhaps had been given a pass until it was old enough to get a rabies shot and get a physical with my doctor instead of your staff,” said VanNortwick. “My only comment is that I think the whole goal here is to create a more educated society in all ways, including the adopters. I relied on your staff for good information—” “But we have state laws—” interjected Leaf. “Just let me finish,” said VanNortwick. “There were all those things that could have been avoided if we had said the cat was not the right age for a rabies shot and here are the complications that could happen ... We really just want to raise the bar for service to the community, and I think the cross section of stake holders will do just that. It brings some expertise to the table ... these people are dedicated to the service, and I for one, am in favor of setting up an advisory committee. I don’t think it is anything derogatory to anyone. What it does is raises the standard for the whole community.” Leaf asked VanNortwick why he hadn’t reported the problem to him. VanNortwick replied that it happened only 10 days prior to the meeting. “My point is you should have reported it right away” said Leaf. “Perhaps I got bad advice from your people. Why would I go back to get more bad advice? said VanNortwick. “Why didn’t you call me? That is my point. Why didn’t you call us and let us know? We could have looked into it deeper,” said Leaf. “And done what, Dar?” asked VanNortwick. “Perhaps an advisory committee would set better standards for adopting.” “Give us an appropriate chance,” said Leaf. “Dar, I don’t think this is anything where anyone is trying to get in anyone’s face on this,” said VanNortwick. “I think you are trying to push it there, but what we are trying to do is get better service to the community.” “I agree,” said Leaf. “But, how can I serve the people better when I don’t hear these things right away?” “Dar, your track record at the animal shelter isn’t exactly a smooth road,” said VanNortwick, adding that he went to his veterinarian for advice on what to do with his pets because the veterinarian had more expertise and said the people at the shelter should have known better than to give a rabies shot to such a young animal. “We’re saying that we want greater expertise, and that can evolve into better treatment of the animals,” said VanNortwick. “There have been some scrapes between the Humane Society and my people,” said Leaf. “What better way to involve the Humane Society than to give them a seat on the advisory committee?” countered VanNortwick. “This is not a control issue. Nobody wants to take control,” said Houtman, who noted again that the purpose of the proposed committee is to do what is best for animals and the community. “I see this as a step forward, not a step backward,” added Houtman. “I see this as a positive.” The committee of the whole voted unanimously to present the proposal to the Barry County Board of Commissioners for its consideration next week. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — Page 3 ‘Natural History of Barry County’ is topic today at Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary The Barry County Tourism Council invites business owners, residents, and the public to attend “Natural History of Barry County” at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 20 at the Michigan Audubon Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary. “The area around the Otis Sanctuary has more biodiversity than any other part of the county,” says Tom Funke, resident manager of the Otis Sanctuary. Home to more than 120 bird species, more than 15 species of reptiles and amphibians and countless mammals, the area around the sanctuary consists of high quality habitat, most of it owned by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources as part of the Barry State Game Area. The presentation will share with participants the diversity of habitats, flora, and fauna not only of the immediate area, but the county as a whole. Participants are invited to a bird walk that will start at 8 a.m. at the Otis Sanctuary before the presentation. The sanctuary’s 120 acres RETIREES, continued from page 1 • Approved, by a 4-3 vote, a resolution allowing Satterlee to sign a memorandum of understanding and adopt Resolution B as prepared by Thrun, the district’s law firm. The memo of understanding gives the district the potential to capture some of the Race to the Top Phase 2 money, if any is awarded to the State of Michigan. School Board President Patricia Endsley, Trustee Scott Hodges and Treasurer Gene Haas, cast the dissenting votes. Hodges said he was against the resolution since Thrun said they could not endorse the signing of the memo, while Haas and Endsley indicated that they felt that some of the assurances given during Phase I of Race to the Top had been negotiated out at the state board level and were therefore leery of signing the memo. • Watched a presentation created by Hastings High School band students to illustrate the need for new uniforms and equipment. The presentation has been submitted to the Pepsi Refresh Project for a chance to win a $250,000 grant. Online voting for the program will be conducted at www.refresheverything.com from Tuesday, June 1, through Wednesday, June 30. Each registered person over the age of 13 can vote once a day. • Gave its approval in principle for the Hastings High School Varsity Singers’ travel study trip to Carnegie Hall in New York City March 30 through April 3, 2011, and the Hastings Middle School Youth in Government trip to Lansing Nov. 21 to 23. • Approved a list of 212 Hastings High School seniors and four foreign exchange students to receive diplomas during commencement exercises to be held in the Hastings High School gymnasium Friday, May 28. • Approved personnel appointments of Elizabeth Chappelow as community education and recreation center lifeguard and Christine Dennis as high school food service worker general II. • Adopted a resolution to participate in the Schools of Choice plan for the 201011 school year and authorized the administration to implement the Schools of Choice plan to process and take action on student transfer requests. • Accepted the Barry Intermediate School District’s proposed general fund operating budget for the 2010-11 school year. • Accepted a donation of $400 from Charles and Mary Zombar for the purchase of a park bench for Central Elementary’s kindergarten and first grade playground. • Accepted fund totaling $8,290 from the Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation to be used to help defray the cost of several programs, activities and field trips for students. • Was presented with information regarding the school improvement plan for 2010-11 to 2013-14 and the systemwide areas of emphasis for 2010-11. The board will consider and possibly approve the plan during its next regular meeting slated for 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 21. • Announced that it would hold a public hearing on the proposed 2010-11 budget at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 10, in the multi-purpose room of Hastings Middle School, 232 W. Grand Street. Bell finds new home with old congregation by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern The First Presbyterian Church of Hastings is well into construction of its new building on M-37 near Airport Road, with concrete laid and beams erected, but one thing that had yet to be put into the church was its biggest piece of history. The 154-year-old, 800-pound brass bell that was previously mounted atop the old structure at the corner of Broadway and Center streets had been removed from the old building and was to be moved to the new church. Tuesday, May 18, it was finally installed into the steeple. The bell itself has a long history with the church, having been a gift from the ladies sewing circles to the congregation in 1855, and had not moved from its home on the church until September of 2009, and since then it has been quite busy. After the bell was removed, it was sent to Cincinnati, Ohio, to the Verdin Bell Company. “They cleaned it and shined it and restored it to its original color,’ said Jim George, project superintendent for the entire construction of the church, “and also, they put a new bracket on it so that it’s in a fixed position and doesn’t sway back and forth. It is now remote-controlled, instead of being rang by pulling on a rope. “It has taken hundreds of workers to build the church, but with the help of a crane, the bell was successfully installed with only one man, me, and the crane operator,” said George. Ned Brown, co-chair of new church building committee and a member of the congregation, said they plan to ring the bell for the first time since its move to a new home on are a combination of wetlands, restored prairies, and mature forest. The state endangered Henslow’s sparrow nests in the sanctuary and the state threatened Cerulean Warbler frequent the area. “The Otis Sanctuary hosts Cerulean Warbler Weekend June 4-6 and we pull birdwatchers from all over the country to see the hard to find and see the Cerulean Warbler,” says Funke. Participants enjoy exploring Barry County’s forests, fields, and wetlands during this annual event, he said. The Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary is located at 3560 Havens Road in Rutland Township. From Hastings take M-43 West to Goodwill Road, turn right, and follow the signs. The presentation will be held in the red barn. There is no need to RSVP. Children are welcome. For more information about this event, contact Resident Manager Thomas Funke at 269.275.0004 or tfunke@michiganaudubon.org. The Barry County Tourism Council meets regularly on the third Thursday of each month. This program is one of several opportunities the council will offer businesses and residents over the next year. For more information on the Tourism Council, contact the Barry Chamber of Commerce. County board could have up to four new faces The eight-member Barry County Board of Commissioners will have at least two new faces, possibly four, depending on results of the Aug. 3 primary election. Two current Barry County Commissioners are not seeking re-election to the county board and instead have set their sights on the state House of Representatives. Republicans Michael Bremer of Middleville and Michael Callton of Nashville have filed for the 87th District House seat, along with fellow Republican Steve Fabiano of Portland and Democrat Greg Grieves of Saranac. Republican County Commissioner Donald Nevins of Hastings, the incumbent serving District 1 which includes Hastings Charter Township, is being challenged by Democrat Bob Dickinson of Hastings. Running unopposed to represent Irving and Thornapple townships, which Bremer currently serves as District 2 commissioner, will be Republican Dan Parker of Middleville. In District 3, which includes Hope and Rutland townships, incumbent Joe Lyons of Hastings is running unopposed. In District 4, which includes Carlton, Hastings Charter and Irving townships, Republican Howard Gibson of Hastings is unopposed. Running in District 5, Republicans Benjamin Geiger of Woodland and Gary White of Nashville are both vying for the commission seat currently held by Callton, representing Castleton, Maple Grove and Woodland townships. In District 6, incumbent Republican Craig Stolsonburg of Middleville is running unopposed to represent both Orangeville and Yankee Springs townships. In District 7, Republican Mike Boles of Bellevue is challenging fellow Republican and incumbent Jeff VanNortwick of Battle Creek to represent Assyria, Baltimore and Johnstown townships. In District 8, incumbent Robert A. Houtman is running unopposed to represent Prairieville and Orangeville townships on the Republican ticket. In Prairieville Township, Supervisor Jim Stoneburner and Clerk Jill Owens will face a recall election Aug. 3. Recently appointed trustees Rod Goebel of Delton and Jim Grundy of Hickory Corners are being challenged by Democrats David G. Kloth of Delton and Normajean Nichols of Delton for the position of trustee. Voters will elect two trustees. Also for Prairieville, incumbent Deb Newhouse of Plainwell is running for re-election as township treasurer. Running for parks commissioner in Prairieville is Republican Rebecca Kahler of Hickory Corners. On the state level, Republican candidates running to be the next governor will be Mike Bouchard of Birmingham, Mike Cox of Livonia, Tom George of Lansing, Pete Hoekstra of Holland and Rick Snyder of Ann Arbor. Democratic Party candidates are Virg Bernero of Lansing and Andy Dillon of Redford. Running for the Republican ticket in the U.S. Representatives 3rd District will be incumbent Justin Amash, Bill Hardiman and Steve Heacock of Grand Rapids and Bob Overbeek of Wyoming. Seeking the Democratic nomination Paul Mayhue and Paul Miles, both of Grand Rapids. In the running for the 24th District State Senate are Republicans Randy Brink of Saugatuck and Rick Jones of Grand Ledge. Also running is Democrat Michelle R. Disano of Potterville. Woman rescued from river after current overtakes kayak The trunk of a tree provided a place for a local woman to hang on to after she fell into the Thornapple River Sunday, May 16. Barry County Marine Deputies responded to a call from an employee of U-Rent-Em Livery, reporting the woman stranded half of a mile northwest of the livery launch. The kayak the woman was navigating along the river became wedged under a tree due to the swift current. She was able to grab onto a limb then climb on the trunk of the tree. She was wearing a lifejacket at the time of the incident, and no injuries resulted. Barry County Sheriff personnel are cautioning residents of the high water level and swift currents of the Thornapple River. They advise water enthusiasts to use extra precautions before taking to the river in the coming weeks. Follow the Stars H H H H H One of many workers helps hoist the bell into the steeple. May 26 as a church ceremony for members of the community to see. “Moving the bell is a continuation of the legacy of this church, and although we moved other things like pews into the new church from the old one, this is certainly the most historic and the oldest piece,’ said Brown. “Moving it is important; it’s both a new home for the bell and also for the congregation.” to one of the strongest banks in the nation. Hastings City Bank has been awarded BauerFinancial’s* highest 5 Star Superior rating for financial strength and stability as of December 31, 2009. We are the only bank in our service area to have this coveted rating. *BauerFinancial has been providing the public with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions regarding their banking relationships for over a quarter of a century. For the rating of any U.S. bank or federally insured credit union, simply visit www.bauerfinancial.com 77546048 Some members of the congregation wait anxiously while the bell is being installed. �Page 4 — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Farewell, Ernie To the editor: “For, lo, the winter is past, The rain is over and gone; The flowers appear on the earth; The time of the singing of birds is come, And the voice of the turtle is heard in our land.” Spring after spring, for four decades, a man named Ernie Harwell would repeat those words from the Bible’s Song of Songs. He would recite them at the beginning of the first baseball broadcast of spring training. And those are the words that would tell us, as we shivered through the end of a long, cold, Michigan winter, that it would soon be spring. Ernie was the radio voice of the Detroit Tigers for 42 years, and in that time, there may have been no Michiganian more universally beloved. Our state is mourning his passing after a battle with cancer. He fought that battle with the grace and the good humor and wisdom that Michigan has come to expect, and even depend on, from a man we came to know and love. Ernie grew up in Atlanta, and he often told fans that as a boy he was tongue-tied, coping with a speech impediment, but with therapy and hard work, he turned his voice into a tool so powerful it brought the game to life. He had become a historic figure before he even came to us. In 1948, when Ernie was broadcasting for a minor league team in Atlanta, the Brooklyn Dodgers needed a play-by-play man after their regular broadcaster fell ill. So the Dodgers traded a catcher to Atlanta for Ernie, making him the only broadcaster in baseball history traded for a player. This gentlemanly Georgian adopted our team, and our state, as his own. And his career would have been worthy had he done nothing more than bring us the sound of summer over the radio, recounting the Tigers’ ups and downs with professionalism and wit, as he did for 42 seasons. But without making a show of it, Ernie Harwell taught us. In his work and his life, he taught us the value of kindness and respect. He taught us that in a city and a world too often divided, we could be united in joy at a great Al Kaline catch, or a Lou Whitaker home run, or a Mark Fidrych strikeout. He taught us not to let life pass us by “like the house by the side of the road.” He taught us that every cold and snowy season of our lives would be followed by glorious spring. In 1981, when he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, Ernie told the assembled fans what baseball meant to him. “In baseball, democracy shines its clearest.” he said. “The only race that matters is the race to the bag. The creed is the rulebook. Color merely something to distinguish one team’s uniform from another.” That was a lesson he taught us so well. I will miss Ernie Harwell. All of Michigan will miss the sound of his voice telling us that the winter is past, that the Tigers have won a big game, or that they’d get another chance to win one tomorrow. We will miss his Georgia drawl, his humor, his humility, his quiet faith in God and in the goodness of the people he encountered. But we will carry in our hearts always our love for him, our appreciation for his work, and the lessons he taught us. Carl Levin, U.S. senator from Michigan (and a lifelong Detroit Tigers fan) Meatless Day was not an honorable move To the editor: Gov. Granholm’s recent meatless day was a slap in the face to our farmers and everyone in agriculture and the industry in all areas. In regards to Kathleen Olive’s medical “facts,” most everyone knows that data can be manipulated to get any results desired (Al Gore and his global warming misuse of data). Gov. Granholm should be thankful to our farmers for all the work they provide, an dall the tax revenue. If it wasn’t for the farmers, Michigan would be in a whole lot worse shape than it is. Elden Shellenbarger, Hastings City to discuss ordinance to sell alcohol on streets To the editor: An important Hastings City Council meeting will be held Monday, May 24 at the Hastings City Council chambers. There is a proposed ordinance coming up for a vote allowing alcoholic beverages to be served on Hastings sidewalks at established food establishments. If you do not agree with this proposal, contact your local council member and let your thoughts be known or attend this meeting to express your concerns. This is the first step to closing a portion of sidewalk on Church Street to allow the new restaurant to serve meals and alcoholic beverages on Church Street. Don Bowers, Hastings Stay informed on local events... Subscribe to The BANNER! Call... 945-9554 Obama’s choice for Supreme Court is questionable at best Last week, President Barack Obama nominated Solicitor General Elena Kagan to the U.S. Supreme Court saying she was “one of the nation’s foremost legal minds.” He may be right, but there must be thousands of candidates across the country with a great deal more experience, along with a strong understanding of the law. It seems every time a president has the opportunity to select a nominee for the high court, the process has to become very political. Some people close to the administration reportedly said the president choose Kagan because her liberal views were close to his own, and when he named her as the nation’s solicitor general, he was preparing her for an appointment to the Supreme Court once Justice John Paul Stevens announced his retirement. Obama talked about Kagan’s “openness to a broad array of viewpoints,” and her “fair mindedness” along with her ability to bring a consensus to the process. Sen. Carl Levin said of Kagan, “her experience as solicitor general made her uniquely qualified,” while Debbie Stabenow said she was “a terrific pick. This is someone I already voted once for solicitor general. She’s been terrific in this job. She comes with impeccable credentials.” It seems most presidents nominate candidates who share their ideological viewpoints rather than looking for an array of experience that prepares them to serve on the court. Others in government seem to justify their support with even more rhetoric. The Supreme Court of the United States is the highest judicial body in the country. The appointments for justices are left up to the president. And since the Constitution doesn’t set any qualifications for the office, the president can nominate anyone to serve on the court, providing they make it through the confirmation process of the Senate. When this young president came to office, he told us his administration was going to change the way Washington worked, yet in looking over his selection to the high court, it looks to me like it’s just business as usual. Think about it: there are thousands of lawyers with years of experience — not to mention all the judges at all levels of government — that would make good choices as Supreme Court candidates. Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Otis Bird Sanctuary to have first bird-a-thon The Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary will host its first ever Barry County Bird-a-thon on Saturday, May 22, when a team of birders will count as many birds as possible from sunrise to sunset. Barry County has more than 100 breeding species and many migrate through the area. Resident Manager Tom Funke will lead a small team of birdwatchers around Barry County in search of rarities such as Henslow’s sparrow, Cerulean warbler, bald eagle and osprey. The public is welcome to visit the Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary anytime during the event. A tally board will keep track of the species seen during the day. Funke will be at the sanctuary looking for birds from 9 a.m. to noon that day. The Otis Sanctuary’s 120 acres of wetland, prairie, and woodland habitats support more than 125 species of birds. Donors can pledge a per-species amount or a flat sum. To donate, visit www.michiganaudubon.org and click on the “donate” Charlton Park to host yard sale One of the largest one-day sales in Barry County will be at Historic Charlton Park Saturday, May 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. More than 40 vendors and food services will be on site with household items, tools, clothes, baked goods, arts, crafts, direct sales and more. For more information, visit the new website at www.charltonpark.org or call the park at 269-945-3775. Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. This is the highest court in the land. Why do we continue to send nominees that have limited experience? They may have an understanding of the law, but the practical experience they would get from on-the-job experiences are limited, at best. There’s an inscription on the wall of the Supreme Court Building from Marbury v. Madison, in which Chief Justice John Marshall outlined the concept of judicial review, saying, “It is emphatically the province and duty of the judicial department to say what the law is.” In the past, the process of selecting a nominee seems to have gravitated toward Ivy League candidates. What’s wrong with a candidate who started at a local community college, who worked his or her way through school then transferred to a larger institution prior to law school? We should expect the candidate to have clerked in a number of legal firms, done his or her share of “grunt work” and worked up through the ranks, achieving partner while gaining actual experience in application of the law. The court should have justices from various parts of the country, not just the East Coast. The president should have contacted all 50 governors and asked them to submit the name of a person they felt was the best qualified to serve on the high court. The best candidate for a U.S. Supreme Court position should be a person who dedicated his or her life to the legal profession — not a person with the ability to “build consensus.” We need a candidate who knows the Constitution and is willing to dedicate the rest of his or her profession to its application. Membership to this elite body should be reserved for the best candidates we can find – the selection process should take into consideration the honor bestowed on the candidate for being considered. President Obama selected a nominee who may have knowledge of the law, which apparently she has — but her experience is limited to academia, rather than coming from the trenches across the country. button and indicate giving to the Otis Sanctuary Bird-a-thon. Interested people may call 269-275-0004 or e-mail otis@michiganaudubon.org to make a pledge. Write Us A Letter HERE ARE THE RULES: The Hastings Banner welcomes letters to the editor from readers, but there are a few conditions that must be met before they will be published. The requirements are: • All letters must be signed by the writer, with address and phone number provided for verification. All that will be printed is the writer’s name and community of residence. 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Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — Page 5 Larry and Mary Martha Melendy receive Book of Golden Deeds award by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Wednesday, Larry and Mary Martha Melendy of Hastings were honored for their years of service to the community with the Hastings Exchange Club Book of Golden Deeds Award during the annual Mayor Exchange Club luncheon, which was held at the Walldorff Brew Pub and Bistro in downtown Hastings. Hastings Exchange Club President Nancy Bradley presented the Melendys with the award. “This is an annual event for us in the Hastings Exchange Club President Nancy Bradley presents Larry and Mary Martha Melendy with the Book of Golden Deeds Award for their many years of service to the community. New library welcomes 500,000th visitor Saturday, May 15, Courtney McCarty and her three children, Caeden, Graycee, and Gareth, had no idea they would end up $50 richer when they decided to visit the Hastings Public Library. Though there were no fireworks, there was plenty of excitement when they walked through the library doors becoming the library’s half millionth visitors since the new building opened. “It is astounding that a small-town public library could have over 500,000 people pass through its doors in less than three years,” said Evelyn Holzwarth, director of the library. “The residents of Hastings have proved beyond a doubt that their library is a priority and one of the services they depend on.” McCarty received $50 worth of Barry Bucks, a prize donated by the Friends of the Library, and a basket of goodies that the library staff has been collecting for the past month when they realized the 500,000th visitor would pass through the doors in May. Hastings Public Library opened the new building on State Street June 9, 2007, after more than 40 years in the historic former post office building on Church Street. The library averages 14,300 visitors a month, almost 1,300 more than the library’s service area, showing that its users come from a much wider area than Hastings, Hastings Charter Township and Rutland Charter Township. The library also averages almost 11,000 items circulated and 2,700 computer sessions every month. “We could never manage this kind of usage without our volunteers,” said Diane Hawkins, assistant director. “Other libraries covet our volunteers, who have put in a total of nearly 17,200 hours since we opened. They shelve materials, cover books, help with processing and have cut out any number of gumballs, popcorn kernels and other [paper shapes] for the various reading programs. They sell books, run duck races and help us with all our programming. We can’t begin to describe how invaluable they are.” The library is now on the way toward its millionth visitor. Who knows what awaits that lucky person? The McCarty family was given a gift basket when they became the 500,000th visitor to the new Hastings Public Library. Pictured are (front row, from left) Garret, Caeden, (back) Graycee and Courtney McCarty. COUNTY WIDE YARD SALE & SWAP MEET Saturday, May 22 9am to 3pm CHARLTON PARK Hastings, MI FREE Public Admission Vendor Space (15x30) $10 advanced reservation • $15 Day of the sale Go to www.charltonpark.org–Special Events ARTS, CRAFTS AND For Registration Forms DIRECT SALES Or call Linda to reserve your space: WELCOME 269-945-3775 Village, Museum & Recreation Area 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings, MI 49058-8102 Ph: 269-945-3775 Fax: 269-945-0390 www.charltonpark.org MAYOR EXCHANGE, continued on page 10 Hastings Mayor Bob May presents Gary McDowell, the mayor of Adrian with a key to the city after proclaiming him mayor for the day. Hastings Mayor Bob May (left) looks on as Gary McDowell (right), the mayor of Adrian and mayor of Hastings for the day, gives Honorary Mayor Tommy Cordova (center) a key to the City of Hastings. Casino construction continues Work is continuing on the Gun Lake Tribe’s new casino being built near U.S. Highway 131. Plans are to open the casino in the late fall. (Photo by Patricia Johns) 06715648 07542705 Exchange Club to recognize people in our community for the service that they have done,” said Bradley. “Larry and Mary Martha were chosen this year to receive the Book of Golden Deeds, nominated by someone who not only knew them very well but also recognized those things they have done for the community. “The Melendys have lived in the Hastings area for 44 years. They are both retired teachers from Hastings Area Schools. And, I am going to embarrass Mary Martha because she was my English teacher in high school — I think she was 12 years old at the time,” said Bradley. “Mary Martha was a classroom teacher. She was a drama coach, also the play director for many years. Larry taught at Hastings Middle School. He coached soccer, had my son’s soccer team. He also coached wrestling and football. “Their second career happened during retirement, because their second career is that of helping and serving our community,” continued Bradley. “Mary Martha is the director of adult education in her church. Larry is active in Gideons, and he is also a very dedicated Lions member. I want to not only share my thoughts on why these two people are so worthy of this recognition. I’d like to read to you from their nomination, “’Their faith in mankind overflows into the city of Hastings and the county of Barry. They aid in the transportation for shut-ins such as shopping and doctors’ appointments. Larry has assisted in home repairs for people in need, and they have opened their home to people, helped them to find services to get on their feet and in job searching. Truly, theirs is a gift of giving that never ends, and they truly give from the heart.’” “Thank you very much,” said Mary Martha after embracing Bradley and accepting the award. “It is an honor that was totally unexpected, and we appreciate it very much. “We’re sort of the couple that people thought would never make it because Larry comes from the athletic, sports background and I’m more in the performing arts background,” said Mary Martha. “But, what those two areas both have in common is the need for teamwork, and that’s kind of always been our motto all our married life, and it has worked pretty well.” Mary Martha said it was a thrill to have Bradley present them with the award and added, as an aside to the audience, “I saw her fall in love in my English class.” “I did, and I married him,” said Bradley. During the luncheon, Tom Hoffman served as the master of ceremonies and recognized each of the Hastings area service clubs, before introducing Hastings Mayor Bob May. May introduced the city council members and staff, along with Gary McDowell, the mayor of Adrain. McDowell, who was named Hastings Mayor for the Day, during a brief ceremony that morning, introduced his staff and council members and Honorary Mayor for the Day Tommy Cordova. McDowell also is on the board of directors for the Michigan Municipal League and is president of the Mayors Association of Michigan. McDowell spoke about mentoring during the luncheon. He prefaced his presentation by congratulating the Melendys on being selected as recipients of the Book of Golden Deeds Award. He went on to say that he was amazed at the similarities between the cities of Adrain and Hastings. “For example, we are both cities well over a hundred years old, we’re both county seats, Neither one of us have any freeways anywhere near our cities. We’re both pretty much agrarian societies, and I just think that’s quite phenomenal,” said McDowell. “It’s been an honor and a pleasure to be here. I met Larry Melendy; he graduated from Adrian High School 50 years ago.” To Larry Melendy’s obvious surprise and delight, one of the members of the contingent from Adrian said that his father was a former classmate of Larry’s. McDowell also noted that Exchange Club member Marge Haas also once worked with his wife at the Lenawee Intermediate School District. “It really feels good to be here, folks, and thanks again for the great hospitality that you are showing us,” he said. McDowell said he has been involved in mentoring youths for many years and that both he and his wife have been 4-H leaders for more than 30 years. He also has been involved with the Boys and Girls Club on a small level and Big Brothers Big Sisters program for more than 10 years. Recently, he has focused his efforts on the Mayor’s Youth Council, which he and his wife founded in 2006. “I feel strongly about our youth and what they are facing in our world today and what our legacy is going to be for them,” said McDowell. “What has been really encouraging to me is how they respond when you pay special attention to them and really take the time to listen to what they say.” He said that the teens on the youth council run the meeting by themselves. “Giving them the power to do as see they see fit has been very rewarding,” said McDowell, who detailed their efforts to produce a video promoting the city’s Eight Points of Pride, which they wrote and produced. “Keep doing what you are doing with youth in your communities,” advised McDowell. “Once you empower them, once �Page 6 — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Earl Ogden Hose CHARLOTTE, MI - Earl Ogden Hose, age 90, of Charlotte, died Wednesday, May 12, 2010. Mr. Hose was born January 22, 1920 in Benton Harbor, the son of William and Florence (Britiuzs) Hose. Mr. Hose served in the Army in WWII. He was a member of the Lions Club for over 40 years and had perfect attendance. Mr. Hose was also active in the Nashville, Traverse City and Potterville Lions Clubs and helped to start a club in Chums Corners. Call for Classifieds Phone 269-945-9554 He is survived by his sons, Dale (Judy) Hose of Charlotte, Dwaine Hose and special friend, Phillip Koenders of Grand Rapids; three grandchildren, Dale (Lynn) Hose, Josh (Shawn) Hose and Andrew (Brandy) Hose; seven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred I. (Leedy) Hose, and eight siblings. Funeral services were held Saturday, May 15, 2010 at Pray Funeral Home with Reverend Mark Booth officiating. Interment was at Hillside Cemetery in Kalamo Township. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Lions Club, Leader Dog for the Blind or Eaton Community Hospice House. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com Area Obituaries Frances Louise Gross Inez M. Laubaugh Vera Ruth Pryor HASTINGS, MI - Frances Louise Gross, age 79, born January 20, 1931, was rescued by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, May 12, 2010 and was whisked away from the presence of her family into the arms of Jesus. Frances was born in Grand Rapids to Chester Francis and Myrtle (Blonshine) Warner, who preceded her in death, and is survived by two sisters, Dorothy (LD) Buck of Sault Ste. Marie and Ethel (Len) Gongalski of Hudsonville; and brother, Albert (Darlene) Warner of Cedar Springs. Frances was preceded in death by sister, Margaret and brothers, William and Chum. Frances is survived by sons, Daniel (Susan) Ringleka of Hastings, Martin (Joyce) Ringleka of Hastings, and son, James Gross of Hastings; daughters, Janet (Raymond) Leckrone of Middleville, Rebecca (David) Scobee of Forsythe, MO, and Debbie. Frances was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 31 years, David Gross; and her eldest daughter, Linda (John) Wilkins. Frances has 12 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews. Frances was a hard worker in her day having to pitch in with a family of nine by helping Dad, along with brother Albert, haul wood and coal and weekly cleaning at a local dowel manufacturer during WWII. She was also a part of the metal collection of that time for the war effort. She took those experiences with her in her own family to help put food on the table for five children. She was divorced from her first husband and a few years later was wed to her late husband, David Gross, and bore with him two children. Frances was employed in many different occupations during her working life, boat maker, production sewing, janitorial service, waitressing, Grand Rapids Press carrier, babysitting, but mostly to be a wife and mother to the children she left behind. Frances attended church when she was in elementary school with an Aunt Helen and Uncle Frank and attended school until grade 10. She later attended Freeport Baptist Church until her health prevented her. Frances loved to do jigsaw puzzles and read. She also had her favorite television shows and of course the daily visits from family and friends. There was always coffee on at Frances’ home and she would do her best to make you feel welcome. Frances had an added blessing of having her son, James, living at home to help with all the daily chores and appointments and companionship. Frances never drove but Jim and her would make it a point to visit many area sales looking for items the family needed and was a skilled negotiator. Frances is still loved and will be greatly missed for a season, but according to the promise of Jesus Christ this is temporary to those who belong to Him, as we will see one another by and by in The Kingdom to come. Frances’ hope was that all her children and their children would come to know Jesus Christ as Saviour. Services were held on May 14, 2010 at Beeler Funeral Chapel and interment was at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Officiating was Rev. Waler Winebrenner of Freeport Baptist Church. Luncheon following the service was provided by the ladies of Freeport Baptist Church. No graveside served was held. Memorial contributions can be made in the name of Frances Gross, to the “Our Care Continues” program at Pennock Health Services in Hastings. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home in Middleville. BELLEAIR BLUFFS, FL - Inez M. Laubaugh, age 87, of Belleair Bluffs, FL joined her Heavenly Father on May 11, 2010. Inez was born in Saginaw, and moved to Pinellas County, FL in 1975 from Hastings. Inez was a retired legal secretary, homemaker, U.S. Navy veteran (W.A.V.E.S.) WWII, past president of Hastings Womens Club, past worthy matron and life member of O.E.S. chapter #7, Hastings, president of Barry County O.E.S. and past grand committee member Grand Chapter of Michigan, O.E.S. Inez was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Duane of 52 years and is survived by her daughter, Patricia Ann (Robert A. “Tony” Russell), Las Vegas, NV; son, Glenn Ford Laubaugh, II Pinellas Park, FL; sister, Lois Barr, Ontario, CA and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Suncoast Hospice (Woodside), 5771 Roosevelt Blvd., CLW, FL 33760. www.mossfeasterlargo.com Moss-Feaster Funeral Home (727) 5622080. Vera Ruth Pryor was born to Blanche and Howard Fogle in Detroit, on Valentine’s Day, 1927. She graduated with honors from Sexton High School and attended MSU in Lansing, while working as an executive secretary for Oldsmobile. She was active in the South Baptist Church. In 1948, she married Robert Bruce Pryor, M.D., and moved to Hastings where he set up practice and she managed the business while raising three children and building a new home. Active in the Presbyterian Church, she sang in the choir, played the piano and organ, and served the community through the Women’s Association. A talented musician, she also accompanied many students in music competitions. A thoughtful listener, she mentored young people in Hastings and throughout her life. In 1981, she moved to Grand Rapids, and sang in the Chamber Choir, the Fountain Street Choir, and the GR Symphony Choir, performing in the production of Aida. She loved the Symphony and attended each concert enthusiastically. Vera was a devoted member of the Fountain Street Church where she embraced the spiritual and intellectual growth at the church. She was a founding member of a women’s spirituality group that continues to celebrate women in their lives. A student of life, she loved books and was always learning and teaching others. After several difficult surgeries, she renewed her life-energy through swimming and meeting new friends. She was a beauty all her life, inspiring those around her with her sense of fashion, dignity, humor, and belief in each human being. Vera was a devoted sister to Joan Best and Harold Fogle, M.D., both of S. California, both deceased. She is survived by her beloved sister Alice Bentley, of Warren. Vera is celebrated by her three children, Lynda Pryor Hamilton, married to Glenn Hamilton, M.D., Dayton, OH, James Pryor, Hastings and Honolulu, and Diane Pryor, Ft. Lauderdale and Grand Rapids. She was immensely proud of her grandchildren, James Hamilton, M.D. and his wife Corri, Katherine Hamilton, and Elizabeth Hamilton. Filled with life always, she passed away suddenly in her home on Earth Day, April 22. A celebration of her life will be held at Fountain Street Church, 24 Fountain St. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, Sunday, May 23, 2010 at 3 p.m. www.fountainstreet.org. Memorial Contributions for Vera Pryor may be made to: Fountain Street Church Choir Robe Fund. 24 Hours a Day - 7 Days a Week Worship Together… 77545886 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH The Day of Pentecost - May 23Worship Worship 8:00 & 10:45; 1st Communion, Sunday School 9:30; Quarterly Mission Ingathering for World Hunger; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269945-2698. http://www.discovergrace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Last Day of Sunday School for All Ages; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour with Directory Photo Session; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Last Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 1 p.m. Rummage Sale Opens; 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice. Friday - 9 a.m. Rummage Sale Opens. Saturday - 10 a.m. Directory Photo Session; 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice; 11 a.m. Youth Out to Rock the Coast at MI Adventure. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. CAMBRIDGE, IL - James T. Braendle, age 76, of Cambridge, Ill., died Wednesday, May 5, 2010, at his home after a courageous three year battle with cancer. Private inurnment services were held May 10, 2010 at the National Cemetery, Rock Island Arsenal. James Todd Braendle was born Jan. 21, 1934 in Freeport, the son of Kenneth W. and Annabelle Friend Braendle. He graduated from Havana, Ill. High School in 1952 and served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. In addition to his large extended family, Jim is survived by two sisters, Helena Riekse, Grand Rapids and Phyllis Hoffman, Flagstaff, Ariz.; and a brother, Neil Braendle, Hastings. Two brothers preceded him in death, K. Whitney Braendle and John Edward Braendle. Those in the Freeport area who remember James may view a complete obituary at www.stackhousemoore.com. Helen M. Scott HASTINGS, MI - Helen M. Scott, age 88, of Hastings, passed away May 13, 2010, at Pennock Hospital. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Scott, and three brothers. Helen is survived by her daughter, Darla Hammond, of Hastings; three grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild. Following her wishes, Helen has been cremated, and a memorial service will be conducted at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Relay For Life team, that Darla participates in, checks may be made to Darla Hammond. Helen and her family have been cared for by the Williams-Gores Funeral Home, in Delton. Please visit her online registry at www.williams-goresfuneral.com to sign or leave a condolence. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net 77528585 B OSLEY GET MORE NEWS! James T. Braendle �Social News The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — Page 7 Hastings Exchange Club announces May Young Citizens Justin Greer (left) and Lucas Fox are Northeastern’s Young Citizens for May. They are joined by teacher Don Schils. Zackary Cummings (left) and Alan Rivera, pictured here with teacher Trisha Kietzman, are the Young Citizens for May at Southeastern Elementary School. Pauline Baker to celebrate 95th birthday Pauline Baker will be celebrating her 95th birthday on May 27. There will be a dinner for her with her children, Louise Brunner, Mary Jane Coy, Carl Baker, Charles Baker and their families at a restaurant in Battle Creek. You can make her day more special by sending her a card at Heritage Assisted Living Community, 14420 South Helmer Road, Battle Creek, MI 49015, Room 213. Named Young Citizens for May at Star Elementary School are Alexis Kelmer (left) and Reese VanHouten. Central Elementary School’s Young Citizens for May are Katie Pohl (left) and Kayleigh Collins. Pat Markle to turn 80! Family and friends of Pat Markle will gather at Bay Pointe Inn, on Gun Lake, to celebrate her 80th birthday. The actual date of the celebration is May 23. Later in the summer, the family will again unite to spend a weekend on Mackinac Island. St. Rose sixth grader Connor Wales, named his school’s Young Citizen for the month of May, is joined by teacher Amy Murphy. Hastings Middle School Young Citizens for May are (from left) Raelee Olsen, Kile Price, Ben Schilz, Jason Slaughter, Grace Bosma and Madeline Youngs. When it’s time to make tough decisions for your loved ones, choose... River Ridge Assisted Living Family Home 269-948-9842 www.river-ridge.biz Careful Medicine Administration Insulin Shots Home Cooked Meals Assist with Bathing, Dressing, and other Personal Care Needs Laundry Cable Television Lifeline Bracelet and Service Home Nursing Available Private Room with Bath Transportation provided Reasonable rates 07534709 All the amenities you need with the beauty you’ll love, all overlooking the Thornapple River. 2301229-01 Bank, realty offer an affordable homes tour Hastings City Bank and Miller Real Estate are partnering to offer a bus tour of currently available and affordable homes in the Barry County area Saturday, May 22, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Participants will meet in the lobby of the Hastings branch at 150 W. Court St. “There are many homes on the market today that can be bought for a very reasonable price” said Mark Hewitt, of Miller Real Estate “Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or looking at the possibility of investment properties, this is a great time to buy.” “Hastings City Bank has many finance options available today. With mortgage interest rates at historically low levels and expan- sions of government-supported lending programs, homebuyers have new options open to them,” said Ken Krum, vice president retail banking, Hastings City Bank. This free tour is open to the community. Seating is limited, so reservations must be made at 269-948-5579. Barry County Transit will provide transportation. Harding/Matteson The engagement of Adrien Harding and Skylar Matteson is being announced. Adrien is a graduate of Grand Rapids Catholic Central and Grand Valley State University. She has been working as an event planner for Fredrick Meijer Gardens. Adrien’s parents are Theresa and Paul McFarlane and Scott and Kim Harding of Greenville. Skylar is a graduate of Delton-Kellogg Schools and Western Michigan University. He is working as a clinician for Biotronic Neuro Network and will be assigned to University of Oklahoma Medical Center in Oklahoma City, OK. Sky’s parents are Win and Bette Matteson of Gun Lake. An October wedding is planned. Bring your film to J-Ad Graphics PRINT PLUS for quality film processing. �Page 8 — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa The Bowne Center United Methodist Church will host a pot roast dinner Saturday, May 22. Friday, May 28, the Lake Odessa Area Historical Society will hold its annual Tribute to Veterans. Due to the multiple entries for Veteran of the Year, last year the decision was made to honor one from each war. Displays are brought out of storage so there will be plenty to see besides hearing the nominations and the names chosen. The displays remain in place for the extended weekend. Hours will be 7 p.m. Friday evening, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 29, Sunday 2 to 5 p.m. and Monday noon to 5 p.m. Last year, some visitors from distant parts of Michigan came in August, expecting to see the May exhibits. They did not realize that each month’s exhibit is stored and a new one brought out for the next month. Graduates were honored Sunday at Central United Methodist Church, including Melissa Roth and Kati Kauffman from Lakewood, Gerrit Hall from Belding, and Ian Shears from North Pointe Christian High School. College graduates were Kyle Deardorff from Florida State, Kallie Walker from Hope College, Quinn Bylsma from NSU, Nathan Klein from Ferris State, Tyler Barnett from Hope College, and David Armstrong from Georgetown University School of Law. Others from high school are Kyle Shanks from Lakewood and Tyler Beck from Kalamazoo Central. More than 20 attended the Thursday evening meeting of the local historical society held at the Woodbury Church of St. Herman of Alaska Orthodox with Daria Carney the hostess along with church friends Oleg and Mary Jo. Mrs. Carney was well prepared for the visitors with note cards so she could relate many items about the changes made to the church building which had been built to serve the United Brethren denomination. The ceiling now is curved to mimic the sky, with blue paint and scattered stars along with an ornate chandelier. Fourteen icons surround the central Christ icon and many others are about the room on shelves. Following a question and answer period, the assembly adjourned to the lower level for the annual business meeting which saw re-election of Betty Carey, Laurel Garlinger and Alma Gray as directors for three-year terms. Heavy rain last week caused sump pumps to work full time. Many lawns had standing water. Woodland Road had water over the road in spots. Reports are that Helen Richmond is at the home of her daughter Marjorie Wisnewski near Durand. The Tri-River Museum group met Tuesday at the Depot complex on Emerson Street with about 25 present. Members came from Ada, Edmore, Greenville, Belding, Oakfield Township, Cedar Springs, Freeport, Lyons and Ionia. It is customary for the host group to serve some baked goodies and coffee, but next month when Edmore members host the TRM, they plan to serve lunch for everyone at the home of one of its members. This will be after the meeting and a tour of their museum. Much of the conversation came in answer to a question about hosting school groups. A wide range of suggestions resulted. This is one of the great advantages of the cooperation found in this consortium – to share ideas. One group hosts weekly musical programs in summer. Its township board pays any shortages between collections and the fees charged by the entertainers. Another group pays no utilities or insurance because the city pays. Several local alumni attended the Tuesday funeral of Donald Barker of Lansing, son of the late William and Geraldine (Wright) Barker. The local VFW post provided full military honors at the graveside service for Ellen Miller, a former Army nurse who saw service in England and France. In her post-war years, she continued to serve as she and her husband worked in a veterans’ hospital at Battle Creek. Residents can expect to see many oversized loads Local residents and drivers may notice more oversized loads traveling along Barry County highways in the coming months. According to Phillip Vannette, a trooper with the Hastings State Police Post, a General Motors plant on 36th Street in Wyoming, which was shut down several months ago, is being dismantled, and the presses are being shipped to Marion, Ind. Due to the size of the equipment, the Michigan Department of Transportation requires that they have police escorts, thus the Hastings Post’s involvement. Vannette said the loads weigh as much as 300,000 pounds and measure 300 feet long and 24 feet wide. “The trucks are specially built to haul these loads, with an extra engine in the rear to drive the load and special controls in the rear to allow maneuvering around tight corners,” he said, adding that approximately 30 of these large loads are scheduled to be transported to Indiana. Despite the curves and turns on state highways, Vannette said the loads cannot be moved on the interstate freeways because they are too heavy for the bridges. “The bridges are too long in span on the interstate to bear the entire loads — 300,000 pounds-plus,” he noted. Turning 30 at Mount St. Helens by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters The time has surely flown by for me. Thirty years ago, I was a very young woman, really just a kid, living downwind of Mount St. Helens on the beautiful Sunday on which she tore herself apart. This was in the days before the Internet, and even before 24/7 cable news, so our first clue the mountain had erupted catastrophically was when we were enveloped in a dense and dark ash cloud. Even us hayseeds knew we were seeing history unfold. Quite likely, the personal path that led me to study geology was sketched somewhere in my subconscious mind in the gathering gloom of that day. I suspect that geologic catastrophes are large enough you either run away from them or, if you are perhaps a bit deranged, feel drawn toward them. I’ve always been in the second camp, wondering what powerful display of mighty forces the Earth will next show us — and whether we will survive. But what I remember most clearly about that midday was simply the great challenge of breathing while walking to the safety of home. I breathed through a mitten left over from winter that was jammed in my coat pocket. (In those days, many of us still used mittens made at home by grandmothers. We should have treasured them more than we did.) The loosely knitted mitten didn’t help filter the air that much, and the fine ash made it into my nose and mouth and down into my lungs enough to make me cough and hack. During the past 30 years, there have been, to be sure, some more minor eruptions of steam, ash and lava in the crater left behind by the catastrophic blast. But there’s been another “eruption” at Mount St. Helens in the years since 1980. In ways that many biologists would not have guessed were possible, life itself has erupted in abundance, re-colonizing what was a seemingly barren moonscape left behind the day that had me digging for mittens in my coat pocket. First in the story of rebirth were the survivors themselves. The month of May around Mount St. Helens is snowy in many areas. So some pocket gophers and deer mice, snuggled into burrows underground and under the snow, survived the great blast. The gophers, in particular, tunneled as they ate their way through roots and bulbs, pushing up good earth through the snow and volcanic ash to the surface — providing small plots of bedding material for wind-blown seeds to come. Also buried by snow were small young fir trees, flexible enough they were prone to the ground all winter. Some of them straightened, breaking through the ash layer and poking above the surface of the moonscape as one of the first signs of how quickly life might return to the mountain. Then there were the plants and animals that came into the barren zone as colonizers. One of the first was the purple lupine, a fine flowering plant familiar to all alpine hikers. It, and the microorganisms that live with its roots, added nitrogen to the volcanic ash. This helped other plants take root as well. The pocket gophers had more roots and bulbs to eat — so more pocket gophers lived to breed. Mice and gophers attracted those that eat them: birds of prey and coyotes. None of this change has been steady. It’s been a cycle of boom and bust for many different species. Mother Nature isn’t sweet and gentle in her care for creation — that’s a fuzzy myth we carry in our heads sometimes. But nature surely is fertile. That’s nowhere more clear than in the large lake that lies at the foot of the mountain that was once a toxic soup and is now a source of prime nutrients that are spreading to the land around it. Remember the little evergreens that survived because they were so small they were lying flat under the snows? Today those trees have grown to the point they are producing seeds. They are in the fullness of early adult life. I just wish I could say the same. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter at RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University. 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No phone calls please. 77546046 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 Community Foundation and Hometown Partnership honored Bonnie Hildreth from the Barry County Hometown Partnership and the Barry Community Foundation accepts a certificate from Jim Dunlap, regional group president of Huntington Bank. Huntington Bank is one of the supporters of the Connecting with Community Awards presented on May 13 at the Gerald R. Ford Museum in Grand Rapids. Winning the 2010 Connecting with Community Award was Recreation Reaps Rewards, an after-school program in the Grand Rapids Public Schools. (Photo by Patricia Johns) �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — Page 9 Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of with Esther Walton 3 Following are personal recollections of early Barry County residents who responded to the Banner’s request to share their memories. The entire headline read: “Old residents of Barry County who have seen it developed from an almost boundless forest into a rich farming community – Some of the interesting experiences of these ‘old pioneers.’” These were originally printed in the Feb. 6, 1924, Banner and were collected and transcribed by Gordon Mitchell of Hickory Corners. ***** February 6, 1924 John Smelker John Smelker of this city made the first response to the request for information about the oldest residents of Barry County. In company with his parents and his three sisters and three brothers, at the age of 7, he came to Barry County in 1853 from near Galion, Ohio. The family made the trip with three horses and wagons, with the cows tied on behind, leaving May 10, and arriving at Freeport the latter part of June. Mr. Smelker’s father purchased a track of land west of Freeport from the government at a cost of $1.50 per acre. The land was heavily wooded, with the nearest neighbor, Conrad Buehler, over a mile and a half distant. Here, the Smelker family continued to reside and clear up the land, all the children marrying and making their homes nearby. John Smelker can distinctly recall the visits of the Indians to his parents’ home, and especially the tremendous appetite of one old Indian who ate every bit of food Mrs. Smelker had prepared for her family of nine for their breakfast. Mr. Smelker has lived continuously in Barry County since 1853, making him a resident 70 years, and he has watched many transformations take place. Several years ago, he retired from farm work and has since made his home in the city, leaving his farm all cleared and equipped with fine, spacious buildings and is now enjoying his later years in ease and contentment. Mathias Young Mathias Young is the second one to respond to the Banner’s request for facts which will establish the oldest continuous residence in Barry County. Matt came to Hastings in 1854, when he was 18 years of age. He bought the farm which he still owns in Carlton Township when it was all woods, and began his work of clearing it up for a farm. He says there was almost nothing but woods between his place and this city. At the time he came here, there was a small settlement of Indians on the north bank of the river, their tents being located about where the residents of John Huling, Sr. now stands. Young said that when he came here there was almost nothing in Hastings but a few scattered log houses, and the town seemed to be full of Indians. Mr. Young is 88 years of age, and he is carrying his years very well. He has done an immense amount of hard work. He is pleased to think that he has lived to see the city grow to a fine place, well toward 6,000 people. And the township of Carlton, where he took up his land, has become one of the finest townships of land in the county. Charles Francisco Charles Francisco is one of the real old pioneers of Barry County. He and George Washington were born on the same date, February 22, only Mr. Francisco’s birth occurred in 1837, so he will soon be 87 years old. While he was only 7 years old, he came west with his parents and three married sisters and their husbands coming to Detroit by train, and driving from Detroit to Barry County. It was then almost an unbroken wilderness but they arrived here in the fall of 1844, locating in Hastings Township, on a farm about four miles east of Hastings. But Hastings then had an entirely different appearance from the Hastings of today. There were no houses across the river in what is now the First Ward, and none beyond Fall Creek in what is now the Second Ward. Everything was forest. Hastings then was but a little settlement of a few houses clustered around what is now the business section of the city. The farm upon which they settled was of course all forest, and they set out to clear it up. All around the little log house where they lived were soon large piles of brush, and in the winter time as many as 25 deer would come up within four or five rods of the house and lay down near the piles of brush, leaving about dawn to go out and feed. Mr. Francisco recalls the time that as a lad he went out into the woods after the cows about dusk and heard some wolves coming. Jumping onto one of the oxen nearby, he whipped the beast into a run heading for the barn, the wolves chasing him almost to the house. As a young lad, one of his first pets was a fawn which he caught in the woods, and become so much of a pet that it always followed him wherever he went. One of the events in the early days was to come to Hastings after the mail, and being young and fleet of foot, he was usually sent. On one occasion he set out from home as it was growing dark, following along the old Indian trail he knew so well. Peering ahead, he saw something dark in the trail which he took to be a stump. But when he went to jump over it, the surprised bruin reached up with his paw and struck him on the shoulder, tearing off a good part of his shirt, besides severely scratching him. Mr. Francisco said that as a lad he was a fast runner, but he never displayed such speed as he did right after this happened. Bears were very plentiful in those early days. In back of the Andrus farm there used to be a large blackberry patch, and bears used to frequently frighten the women away, who went there to pick berries in those early pioneer days. Massasaugas and large snakes used to be very plentiful. Mr. Francisco saying he had killed as many as 10 “rattlers” in one day. Despite rattlers being so plentiful, he always used to go around barefooted from early spring until late fall, and was never bitten but twice by them. Mr. Francisco will be 87 years old the 22nd of this month, is hale and hearty for one of his years and promises to see many more summers before he joins the silent ranks of the old pioneers, whose toil and privations mean so much to the present generation. ***** Clarification and correction from last week Regarding last week’s column, the Cool and Dooley Garage that was mentioned in the reprint of Oliver Greenfield’s 1924 story, was at the site of the present Hastings City Hall. Greenfield was referring to the log house “that proved to be a hotel in Hasting,” which they first laid eyes on in 1884 as they suddenly came out of the woods and into a clearing.” Also, the date of the opening of Riverside Cemetery should have read 1889. EDWARD JONES Answering five questions can help you pursue your goals As you strive to achieve your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement, you may, at times, feel frustrated over events you can’t influence, such as the up-and-down movements of the financial markets. Yet there is much you can control — once you determine the answers to just five key questions. Where am I today? Take stock of all your assets — your IRA, 401(k) and other savings and investment accounts. Then, do the same for your debts, such as your mortgage and any other financial obligations. On your financial journey through life, it’s essential that you know your starting point. Where would I like to be? Once you’ve established where you are today, you’ll need to identify where you’d like to be tomorrow. How much will you need to pay for the retirement lifestyle you’ve envisioned? Will you be able to help pay for your children’s or grandchildren’s college education? Will you need to support any other family members? At this stage, you’ll want to write down all your goals and put a price tag on each one. Can I get there? After you’ve identified your goals, determine if they are, in fact, achievable. By considering a variety of factors — including your likely future income stream and your family situation — you should be able to determine if you can attain your goals or if you need to modify them in some way. How do I get there? Now it’s time to put a strategy into action. Specifically, you need to choose those investments that can help you pursue the goals you’ve selected. Your ideal portfolio will depend on your risk tolerance and time horizon, but in general, you’ll want a diversified mix of quality investments. While diversification, by itself, cannot guarantee a profit or protect against loss, it can help reduce the effects of volatility. As you put together your holdings, make sure you understand what you can expect from your investments. For example, growth stocks may offer the highest potential returns, but they also carry the greatest risk. On the other hand, investment-grade bonds can offer a steady income stream and, barring the default of the issuer, will repay your principal when they mature. How can I stay on track? Once you’ve built your investment portfolio, you’ll need to review it regularly — at least once a year — to help ensure it’s still meeting your needs. After all, many things can and will change in your life, such as your family situation, your goals, your employment and your risk tolerance. To address these changes, you’ll need to adjust your portfolio over time. As you can see, answering all these questions will take both work and expertise. That’s why you may want to work with a professional financial advisor to help you identify your goals and create a strategy for pursuing them. In any case, though, start asking — and answering — these five key questions as soon as you can. It’s easier to reach your financial goals if you put time on your side. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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State St., Hastings (Next to McDonald’s) Kenneth Quick Sales & Leasing Professional Charlotte (517) 543-0200 Lansing (517) 485-1163 Fax (517) 543-7034 1-800-752-7700 Accepting most insurances 77546030 During its regular meeting Monday evening, the Hastings Board of Education unanimously approved the minutes of a special board meeting held April 27, during which it approved the wording for a bond proposal seeking to borrow the up to $3.2 million for remodeling, equipping and furnishing school facilities; acquiring and installing educational technology in school buildings; and developing and improving playgrounds, athletic fields and sites. The bonding proposal also contained the following information: “The estimated millage that will be levied for the proposed bonds in 2010 is .02 mill ($0.02 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation), for a net 0 mill increase from the prior year’s levy. The maximum number of years the bonds may be outstanding, exclusive of any refunding, is 16 years. The estimated simple average annual millage anticipated to be required to retire this bond debt is 3.1 mill. According to state law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited, and the proceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs; teacher, administrator or employee salaries; or other operating expenses. In related action, the board also approved the bond proposal resolution, another necessary step toward putting the proposal on the Aug. 3 ballot. This process began during the Board’s regular April meeting. During that meeting, Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee said, “ The school district has qualified for, through the [federal] stimulus package, for a qualified school construction bond that would allow us to bond $3.2 million. Right now, we believe we have the numbers that we would be able to do this at no additional cost to the taxpayers. “We have about .06 mills coming off the levy next year and that .06 mills, if we kept it in place, would fund that $3.2 million,” he explained. “With that, we would look at improving facilities and grounds and putting technology in classrooms — doing some of the things that we can’t otherwise afford to do out of the general fund.” Keeping the .06 mills in place would continue cost the owner of a $100,000 home approximately $3 dollars a year, said Satterlee. Call for your appointment today 77545875 (269) 945-BACK (2225) 06715665 Miss Amori You taught us well! (a.k.a. Nancy Cottrell) ® The 77543076 Hastings Board of Education to pursue bond in August election �Page 10 — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Pennock has new Local woman revenue cycle director honored by Tom Salisbury recently joined the staff of Pennock Hospital as revenue cycle director after serving the past 14 years at Holland Hospital. When Janine Dalman, executive director of the Pennock Foundation and marketing for Pennock Health Services, recently spoke to the GFWC-Hastings Women’s Club, she said the revenue cycle director’s position was part of the plan to decrease cost structure and make sure billing is correct so Pennock will be reimbursed properly. Dalman called Salisbury “an expert in this area. He’s done great things. He’s recaptured thousands of dollars. And it’s just having the awareness and understanding the system. The process has changed so rapidly, so it’s been a great thing.” Salisbury lives in the Byron Center area and has been a life long resident of the Grand Rapids area. He graduated from Creston High School in Grand Rapids. He received a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Calvin College and a master’s degree from Western Michigan University in public administration, with a specialty in healthcare administration. Salisbury’s family lives in Sparta and he Battle Creek Police Dept. Tom Salisbury has three siblings. In his spare time, he likes to play the piano, organ and lead his church choir. He loves to travel, especially taking cruises and hiking in England. Salisbury also likes to do home remodeling. Conservation district awarded grant for Thornapple River cleanup The Department of Natural Resources and Environment and the Great Lakes Commission have selected 12 organizations to receive 2010 Volunteer River, Stream, and Creek Cleanup Program grants totaling $21,336. Among the recipients was the Barry Conservation District, which has been awarded $1,825 for its 15th annual Thornapple River Cleanup, co-sponsored along with the Thornapple River Watershed Council. Now in its 15th year, the annual Thornapple River Cleanup continues to grow, said Barry Conservation District Director Joanne Barnard. Last year, due to increasing numbers of volunteers and the length of river covered, the cleanup sponsored three start-up and luncheon sites in Alaska, Hastings and Nashville. “This year, members of the Coldwater River Watershed Council and Ada Township Parks and Recreation will be joining our efforts and adding sites in Freeport and Ada,” she said. “We are working on a partnership with the Village of Vermontville, which would extend the project eastward another eight river miles.” Information on this year’s clean-up will be posted on www.thornappleriver.org. The cleanup continues to draw annual sup- port from businesses as well as dozens of individual donors. These long-term local partnerships underscore the community’s perception of the value of the Thornapple River as a water resource. Michigan’s volunteer program provides grants in the range of $500 to $5,000 to local units of government to help clean rivers, streams and creeks to improve the state’s waters. Local units of government often partner with nonprofit organizations or other volunteer groups to carry out cleanups that often include removal of trash and debris, from the top of the streambanks to the entire water body. The program began in Michigan in 1998 and has been funded through various public acts. Since 2001, funds for this program have originated from the sale of the state’s water quality protection license plates. Grants are administered by the Great Lakes Commission, under contract with the DNRE and help foster local stewardship and a sense of community while protecting Michigan’s waters. Additional information is available online at www.glc.org/streamclean or by contacting Laura Kaminski, Great Lakes Commission, at 734-971-9135 or laurak@glc.org; or Ralph Bednarz, DNRE, at 517-335-4211 or bednarzr@michigan.gov. MAYOR EXCHANGE, continued from page 5 you give them that ability to make decisions, they have very clear thoughts about that.” Hastings Downtown Development Director John Hart said that the city’s success is due in large part to the local service clubs and individuals like the Melendys. “Our success is due to folks like you,” he said, adding that the city regularly works with the Barry Community Foundation, YMCA, the Barry Community Alliance, Chamber, and the Thornapple Arts Council. “We don’t have all the resources, or all the knowledge, but by working collaboratively, we can get it done.” Megan Lavell, director of the arts council then spoke about what the council does in the community and how it works with the city and other communities in Barry County. She detailed programs offered by the arts council in partnership with the municipalities, local businesses, and other organizations. Bring your special event photos to us for quality, professional processing. J-Ad Graphics PRINTING PLUS North of Hastings on M-43 CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS Water Treatment Chemicals The City of Hastings, Michigan is soliciting bids for the provision of chemicals for use at the City’s Water Treatment Plant. Bids must be submitted and will be evaluated separately for each chemical. Proposal forms and specifications are available at the address listed below. Bids are being solicited for the following: Hydrofluosilicic acid (HFS) Polymer Poly/ortho phosphate Chlorine Aluminum sulfate hydrate The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. Sealed bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 9:45 AM on Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at which time they shall be opened and publicly read aloud. All bids must be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package “Sealed Bid” with the name of the specific item bid being responded to. Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services 77545912 by Laura Adams Employee recognition is an important part of the culture of most corporations and organizations, and the Battle Creek Police Department is no different. Every year, during National Police Week, they recognize the men and women of the agency for their professional excellence during an awards ceremony in the Commission Chamber at City Hall. Officer Kim Artis, from Hastings, received the 2010 Officer of the Year Award. She graduated from Hastings High School in 1987. Officer Artis began her career with the police department as a cadet in 1990, working as a correction officer for two years before becoming a patrol officer in 1993. She has served as a liaison officer for the Lakeview Business District, a school liaison officer for Lakeview Junior High School, a breathalyzer operator and a field training officer. After receiving the bronze statuette of a uniformed officer, she made a few brief remarks. “Being a police officer isn't a one-person job. It takes a team and a family. That's what we have at the Battle Creek Police Department,” Artis said. She also spoke of the sacrifices that police officers make on a daily basis: “As officers we miss school functions with our children and holidays with our families.” Officer Kim Artis Delton High students to perform comedy tonight and Saturday The Delton Kellogg Theater Arts Company will present “If Today is the First Day of the Rest of My Life I'm in Real Trouble” by James L. Seay at 7 p.m. on both Thursday, May 20 and Saturday, May 22. Both performances are in the auditorium at Delton Kellogg High School in Delton. The play is a madcap comedy which takes place in the 1980s, for most of the characters, said teacher Jessica Barnes, who directs the production. The play is set in an abandoned saloon in an old gold mining town. The main character, Skagway Sid, believes that the time is the 1880s, and he is searching for a cache of lost gold. He is joined by a class of photography students from the local college; they are stranded in the old town because an avalanche landed on their van. All of them are then joined by two laundry men for ‘The Mob’ who have lost the money they were supposed to launder, and the entire cast of characters are in the midst of making a cinematic masterpiece – made for television of course. “The result is hilarious chaos suitable for all audiences,” Barnes said. Tickets can be ordered in advance through the high school office or purchased at the door for $5 each. Michigan Blood kicks off summer donation sweepstakes Summertime is when blood donors are needed most, so that’s why Michigan Blood is giving donors one more reason to donate blood. Michigan Blood’s Pure Michigan Summer sweepstakes invites donors to “Give and Get Away” to one of Michigan’s premier destinations. Anyone who tries to give blood May 24 through Sept. 12 can enter monthly and weekly prize drawings. CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS The City of Hastings, Michigan is soliciting bids for the placement of approximately 350 tons of hot mix asphalt paving in Hubble Street, East Street and Eaton Street. Specifications are available from the Office of the City Clerk. The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. Bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 10:15 AM, on Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at which time they shall be opened and publicly read aloud. Bids shall be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package – “SEALED BID – Hot Mix Asphalt Paving Hubble/East/Eaton”. Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services 77545910 Members of the photography class in the play are Emily Hardy, Aubrey Beeler, Krystal Wensaur, Caleb Almen, Brittney Smith, Ginny Forsyth and Ariel Hayward. Grand prizes include a weekend trip to Detroit for a Detroit Tigers game, getaways to the Grand Hotel and to Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, and tickets for the Michigan/Michigan State football game on Oct. 9 in Ann Arbor. Weekly prizes include a variety of destinations, activities and gift cards. See a complete list of prizes at www.miblood.org. Those considering donating blood should allow 45 to 60 minutes total. Giving a pint of blood takes seven to 10 minutes; however, additional time is needed for pre-donation screening and post-donation snack and rest time. Anyone who is at least 17, weighs a minimum of 110 pounds, is in reasonably good health and has not given blood for 56 days is eligible to donate. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF BARRY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THERE WILL BE A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE PROPOSED 2010-2011 BUDGET AT THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF BARRY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT: DATE OF MEETING: JUNE 14, 2010 PLACE OF MEETING: BARRY ISD ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE HOUR OF MEETING: 6:30 P.M. TELEPHONE NUMBER OF THE SUPERINTENDENT’S OFFICE: (269) 945-9545 BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES ARE LOCATED AT: BARRY ISD ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE 535 WEST WOODLAWN AVENUE HASTINGS, MI 49058-1038 A COPY OF THE PROPOSED 2010-2011 BUDGET INCLUDING THE PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE IS AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS AT: BARRY ISD ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE 535 WEST WOODLAWN AVENUE HASTINGS, MI 49058-1038 PURPOSE OF MEETING: 1. Public discussion on the proposed 2010-2011 budget. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. The Board may not adopt its proposed 2010-2011 budget until after the public hearing. Colleen Garber Secretary, Board of Education Barry Intermediate School District 77545956 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: Fifth Third MortgageMI, LLC has stipulated to commission of loan fraud relative to mortgage on real property known as 12747 Whispering Pines Dr. #1 Wayland, MI 49348; also known as Whispering Pines Condominiums Subdivision Plan #46, Lt.1, and in so doing has stipulated to: 1) forfeiture of all equitable interest in said property; 2) cancellation of related loan and security agreement; 3) revocation of any power of attorney including assignments; and 4) removal of trustee relative to the constructive trust created by 5) said loan and security agreement. Paul D. and Kathleen Anderson are the only real parties in interest, authorized to convey title. Any representation by Trott & Trott on behalf of Fifth Third Mortgage to the contrary is not withstanding. 77545595 5/3/10 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Theodore G Baker and Debra L Baker, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Lenders Network USA, Inc., Mortgagee, dated July 24, 2001, and recorded on August 24, 2001 in instrument 1065307, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas as Trustee as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand Seventy And 78/100 Dollars ($67,070.78), including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 4 Rods of the South 10 Rods of Lots 19 and 20 of the City, Formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545796 File #319362F01 AMENDED NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by THERON K. CARTER and PAMELA F. CARTER, whose address is 5777 W. Crane Road, Middleville, MI 49333, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, on December 22, 2006 and recorded on Document #1174658 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses the sum of $41,644.42 with interest at the rate of 7.50%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgages, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse, County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on the 10th day of June, at 1:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 7.50%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorneys fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, to wit: THAT PART OF THE S 1/2, SW 1/4, SECTION 17, T4N, R9W, IRVING TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTH 1/4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE 89º54’09” W 1002.0 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LONE OF SAID SECTION TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE S 89º54’09” W 380.62 FEET: THENCE N 00º05’51” W 408.37 FEET; THENCE N 89º54’09” E 70.46 FEET; THENCE N 00º10’33” W 530.84 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE E 1/2 OF THE SAID S 1/2 SW 1/4; THENCE N 89º56’45” E 552.81 FEET ALONG THE S LINE OF THE NORTH 378 FEET OF SAID S 1/2 SW 1/4; THENCE S 00º09’47” EAST 497.79 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE EAST 759 FEET OF SAID S 1/2, SW 1/4; THENCE S 89º54’09” W 145.68 FEET; THENCE S 52º13’24” W 67.79 FEET; THENCE S 21º27’01” W 123.76 FEET; THENCE S 00º33’33” E 284.46 FEET TO PLACE OF BEGINNING. Commonly known as: 5777 W. Crane Road, Middleville, MI 49333 Property Tax Identification No. 08-08-017-00450. The period of redemption will be twelve (12) months from the date of sale. Dated: May 4, 2010 Union Bank of Lake Odessa DRAFTED BY: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 BY: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) 77545648 Attorney for Union Bank SYNOPSIS ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING May 11, 2010 Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Supervisor Rook. All board members present. Also present: Fire Chief Boulter, County Commissioner Craig Stolsonburg and 7 guests. Approved minutes from April 6, 2010 meeting. Treasurer’s Report received and put on file. Correspondence received. Fire report read and put on file. Approved request to hire fire fighter. Commissioner’s Report received. Parks and Recreation report received. Library Report received. Approved paying of the bills. Approved motion to adjourn. Respectfully submitted, Jennifer Goy, Clerk Attested to by 77545904 Thomas Rook, Supervisor STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT BARRY COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT - FAMILY DIVISION PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF HEARING FILE NO. 10-25586NC In the matter of Violet Skyy Hoffman. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS including: whose address(es) are unknown and whose interest in the matter may be barred or affected by the following: TAKE NOTICE: A hearing will be held on 06/09/2010 at 10:45 a.m. at 206 West Court Street, Suite 302, Hastings, MI 49058 before Judge William M. Doherty P41960 for the following purpose: Petition to change name of Violet Skyy Hoffman to Violet Sky Sulcer. Date: 5/14/10 Terra Star Sulcer 11475 Case Rd. Bellevue, MI 49021 77545999 (517) 541-3705 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gilbert M. Encinas and Katherine A. Encinas, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2000, as evidenced by Affidavit Of Lost Document recorded on January 11, 2002 in instrument 1072933, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Fourteen And 38/100 Dollars ($86,314.38), including interest at 8.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of Lots 607 and 608 of the City, Formerly Village of Hastings. According to the Recorded Plat thereof, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545815 File #320827F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Scott L. Averill, a married man and Melissa Averill, his wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for America`s Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated August 30, 2006, and recorded on September 6, 2006, as Document Number: 1169614, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for the HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2006-HE2 by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been submitted to the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Five Hundred Forty-Nine and 16/100 ($105,549.16) including interest at the rate of 9.05000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on June 3, 2010 Said premises are situated in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: LOT 134, MIDDLEVILLE DOWNS NO. 6 ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF IN LIBER 5 OF PLATS, PAGE 61. Commonly known as: 226 ROBIN RD The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: May 6, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for the HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2006-HE2 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 77545634 Case No. 10MI00871-1 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181674, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of May 12, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety Seven and 19/100 Dollars ($127,797.19) together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage, and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, June 17, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgage before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #15, Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-012-00 UNIT(S) 15, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUM,S A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46, TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgage can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: May 12, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77545933 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181668, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of May 12, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Seven Thousand Ninety Six and 64/100 Dollars ($127,796.64) together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage, and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, June 17, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #14, Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-014-00 UNIT(S) 14, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46, TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: May 12, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77545928 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Paul Zoet and Andrea Zoet, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 7870 Larry Ln, Middleville, MI 493338358. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from May 14, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after May 14, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: May 20, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77545938 File # 295566F03 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Robert Allan Burgess, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 7333 Baseline Rd, Battle Creek, MI 49017-9466. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from May 14, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after May 14, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: May 20, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77545947 File # 323247F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Virgil J Carter and Julie A Texter, aka Julie A Carter aka Julie Carter, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated May 12, 2004, and recorded on May 17, 2004 in instrument 1127763, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-One And 01/100 Dollars ($165,491.01), including interest at 8.48% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 730 feet of the West 590 feet of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 28, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545758 File #322300F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CYNTHIA EARL, A SINGLE WOMAN and RAYMOND C. SMITH, SR., A MARRIED MAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated February 27, 2006, and recorded on March 1, 2006, in Document No. 1160695, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand Thirty-Two Dollars and Sixteen Cents ($119,032.16), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on May 27, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN THE SOUTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 9, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, HOPE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTH 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 9, THENCE NORTH 03 DEGREES 06 MINUTES 51 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE NORTH AND SOUTH 1 / 4 LINE OF SAID SECTION, 1330.39 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING NORTH 03 DEGREES 06 MINUTES 51 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID NORTH AND SOUTH 1 / 4 LINE, 284.81 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 11 SECONDS EAST, 2652.34 FEET TO THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH 03 DEGREES 08 MINUTES 39 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID SECTION LINE, 416.81 FEET; THENCE NORTH 86 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 02 SECONDS WEST, 2648.61 FEET TO SAID NORTH AND SOUTH 1 / 4 LINE AND THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 26, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 77545351 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by RYAN WESTENDORP and ABIGALE WESTENDORP, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated April 18, 2007, and recorded on April 19, 2007, in Document No. 1179517, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Nine Thousand Twenty-Three Dollars and Twelve Cents ($99,023.12), including interest at 6.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on June 10, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION 24, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, CARLTON TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 07 SECONDS WEST, 49.71 FEET ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 24; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 22 MINUTES 25 SECONDS WEST, 210.14 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE M-43 HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY, AS DESCRIBED IN LIBER 247 ON PAGE 455; THENCE SOUTH 54 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 16 SECONDS EAST, 252.42 FEET ALONG THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF THE CLEAR VISION AREA DESCRIBED IN LIBER 247 ON PAGE 433, TO SAID EAST SECTION LINE; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 07 SECONDS WEST, 85.00 FEET ALONG THE SAID EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 24; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 22 MINUTES 25 SECONDS WEST, 275.01 FEET; THENCE NORTH 01 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 07 SECONDS EAST, 273.70 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 24; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS EAST, 275.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77545851 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Green Rock Investments, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company, of 3608 Sunrise Lane, NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49534, and Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated June 13, 2006, and recorded on July 21, 2006 in Document No. 1167508 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of One Hundred Twenty Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Thirty Six Cents ($123,715.36), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 10.250%, and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on June 24, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. the undersigned will sell at the East door of the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding of the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in the mortgage located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County and which are described as follows: Unit 3 of Whispering Pines, a condominium according to the master deed recorded in Instrument No. 1161320, Barry County records, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46, as amended, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements, as set forth in the above master deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. P.P. #08-16-370-003-00 which is commonly known as Unit 3, Whispering Pines Condominiums, Wayland, Michigan 49348. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. DATED: May 13, 2010 Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa Avenue, NW Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77545982 (616) 458-1315 �Page 12 — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Henry Tanner and Lynda Tanner, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11410 Sprague Rd, Delton, MI 490469454. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from May 14, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after May 14, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: May 20, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77545945 File # 323331F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Gary L. Bowsher and Janice L. Bowsher, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 10474 FORD ROAD, DELTON, MI 49046 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-539-7400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Gary L. Bowsher and Janice L. Bowsher also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/ mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738 (Tel). Pub Date: May 20, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77545958 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Zachary T. Moore, a married man and Tealy E. Moore, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 25, 2005 and recorded June 6, 2005 in Instrument Number 1147636, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by First Horizon Home Loans, a division of First Tennessee Bank National Association by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Five and 20/100 Dollars ($79,405.20) including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on MAY 27, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1134 and the West three quarters of Lot 1135 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: April 29, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 238.8056 ASAP# 3545011 04/29/2010, 77545332 05/06/2010, 05/13/2010, 05/20/2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Clifford M. Mead and Shari S. Mead, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 12792 PARK DRIVE, WAYLAND, MI 49348 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-539-7400 (Tel), 248-5397401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@ sspclegal.com. Clifford M. Mead and Shari S. Mead also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/ mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738 (Tel). Pub Date: May 20, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77546036 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark A Edgar and Brenda K Edger, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 18, 2008, and recorded on October 7, 2008 in instrument 20081007-0009809, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand One Hundred Three And 10/100 Dollars ($133,103.10), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 17, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1203, Original Plan of the Village (Now City) of Hastings, according to the plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 20, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545949 File #290575F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jason R. Deal and Becky Deal, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Long Beach Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated October 4, 2006, and recorded on October 18, 2006 in instrument 1171575, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank Nat'l Trust Co, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-10 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Four And 32/100 Dollars ($155,904.32), including interest at 4.879% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 17, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 10 and the East 1/2 of Lot 9 of Block 11, of Lincoln Park Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on page 55. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 20, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545940 File #189447F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles Aspinall and Yvonne Aspinall, Husband and Wife, as Joint Tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 14, 2008, and recorded on February 25, 2008 in instrument 200802250001692, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-One And 21/100 Dollars ($170,551.21), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3 and 4, Block 2 of the Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 22. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545419 File #318599F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lisa Beth Baker and Michelle Stenzelbarton, as Joint Tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2005, and recorded on September 29, 2005 in instrument 1153550, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Five And 94/100 Dollars ($102,565.94), including interest at 6.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lots 6 and 7 of Block 7 of the Eastern Addition to the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, According to the Recorded Plat thereof, except the North 10 Feet of said Lot 6. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545821 File #319753F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kathleen J. Peterson and Larry W. Peterson, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 25, 2006, and recorded on September 11, 2006 in instrument 1169834, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York as Successor to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. as Trustee for Holders of SAMI II Trust 2006-AR7 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Thirty Thousand One Hundred Three And 03/100 Dollars ($330,103.03), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3 and the southwesterly 1/2 of Lot 2 of Spring Point Plat, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 70. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545767 File #247321F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Chad A. Rabideau, unmarried and Sherry M. Pastenack aka Sherry M. Pasternack, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 13, 2006, and recorded on October 30, 2006 in instrument 1172085, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-One And 28/100 Dollars ($67,531.28), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 27, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 289, thence West 4 rods for place of beginning; thence North 8 rods; West 4 rods; South 8 rods; thence East 4 rods to the place of beginning, Original Plan of the Village (now City) of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545287 File #318002F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ronald Traylor, a single person, original mortgagor(s), to Member First Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2002, and recorded on November 5, 2002 in instrument 1090964, and modified by Affidavit or Order recorded on April 26, 2010 in instrument 201004260004225, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand Four Hundred Six And 78/100 Dollars ($72,406.78), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning 70 rods South of the Northeast corner of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, for the place of beginning; thence West 80 rods; thence South 10 rods, thence East 80 rods, thence North to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545866 File #299914F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bradley A Brownell and SuAnn M Brownell, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 8, 2004, and recorded on December 15, 2004 in instrument 1138741, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-Six And 81/100 Dollars ($150,376.81), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 109, Pine Haven Estates No. 4, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Document No. 1122672 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545385 File #305128F01 NOTICE OF MODIFICATION OPPORTUNITY Borrower(s): Janet Hurless Property Address: 720 North Boltwood Street, Hastings, MI 49058 Pursuant to MCLA 600.3205a please be advised of the following: You have a right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The name of the firm designated as the representative of the mortgage servicer is: Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. and designee can be contacted at the address and phone number below. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's website at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling 1-800-A-SHELTER, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year-round. If a meeting is requested with the designee shown above, foreclosure proceedings will NOT be commenced until 90 days after the date the notice mailed to you on 05/13/2010. If an agreement is reached to modify your mortgage loan the mortgage will NOT be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. The website for the Michigan State Bar Lawyer Referral Service is http://www.michbar.org/programs/lawyerreferral.cfm and the toll free number is 800-9680738. You may bring an action in circuit court if you are required by law to be served notice and foreclosure proceedings are commenced, without such notice having been served upon you. If you have previously agreed to modify your mortgage loan within the past twelve (12) months under the terms of the above statute, you are not eligible to participate in this program unless you have complied with the terms of the mortgage loan, as modified. Notice given by: Randall S. Miller Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 313-583-3336 (Loan Modification Dept.) loanmods@millerlaw.biz Case No. 10MI00544-1 Dated: May 20, 2010 PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS OFFICE MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PUR77545954 POSE. NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on October 10, 2007, by Joel R. Butler, a single man, and Brandi Lyn Raymond, a single woman, as Mortgagors, to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, and which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on October 10, 2007, in Instrument No. 200710100002929 [the “Mortgage”], on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of One Hundred Fifty Two Thousand Two Hundred Sixteen and 72/100 Dollars ($152,216.72), as of April 21, 2010, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, June 3, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in the County of Barry, and State of Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: THE SOUTH 640 FEET OF THE EAST 1362 FEET OF THE NORTH ONE-HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF SECTION 24, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, BALTIMORE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. Commonly known as 7650 North Avenue, Hastings, Michigan. Mortgagee has taken steps to have the property described herein determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241. Therefore, the length of the redemption period will be one (1) month from the date of the sale, unless steps set forth in the statute are taken to challenge the abandonment. Dated: May 6, 2010 MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77545643 17,949,848.1\105064-00207 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Matthew Schultz and Nicole Schultz, husband and wife as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Arbor Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated December 16, 2005, and recorded on January 3, 2006 in instrument 1158410, and modified by Affidavit or Order received by and recorded, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Nineteen And 26/100 Dollars ($144,019.26), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 375 feet of the East 850 feet of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 23, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545578 File #281531F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by PAUL GARZA, a single man, and KRISTA FELECCIA a/k/a KRISTA A. FELECCIA a/k/a KRISTA ANN TUBBS, a single woman (collectively, "Mortgagor"), to GREENSTONE FARM CREDIT SERVICES, FLCA, a federally chartered corporation, having an office at 1760 Abbey Road, Suite 200, East Lansing, Michigan 48823 (the "Mortgagee"), dated May 25, 2007, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on May 31, 2007, as Instrument No. 1181185 (the "Mortgage"). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of One Hundred Forty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Nine and 48/100 Dollars ($145,969.48). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public venue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 3rd day of June, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Assyria, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: he North 60 acres of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 12, T1N, R7W, Assyria Township, Barry County, Michigan, EXCEPT: Commencing at the East 1/4 post for place of beginning; thence South 417.5 feet; thence West 417.5 feet; thence North 417.5 feet; thence East 417.5 feet to the place of beginning. Together with all fixtures, tenements, hereditaments, and appurtenances belonging or in any way appertaining to the premises. Commonly known as: vacant land on Curtis Road, Bellevue, Michigan 49021 P.P. #08-01-012-010-00 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be one (1) year from the date of sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 GREENSTONE FARM CREDIT SERVICES, FLCA Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77545599 1781848-1 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181671, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of May 12, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety Seven and 19/100 Dollars ($127,797.19), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage, and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, June 17, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #16, Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-012-00 UNIT(S) 16, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46, TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: May 12, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77545918 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181665, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of May 12, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Eight Thousand Five Hundred Eighty Seven and 19/100 Dollars ($128,587.19), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage, and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, June 17, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #12, Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-012-00 UNIT(S) 12, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46, TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: May 12, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77545923 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jay S. Veltman and Jennifer Veltman, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Byron Center State Bank Michigan Banking Corporation, Mortgagee, dated the 6th day of May, 2004 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 13th day of May, 2004 in Liber Document No. 1127544 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Two Hundred Thirty Three Thousand Three Hundred Seventy One & 79/100 ($233,371.79), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 27th day of May, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 5.3750% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 50, Sunrise Shore No. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of plats, Page 98, Berry County Records During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 4/29/2010 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77545313 WAMU FNMA Veltman SYNOPSIS RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING MAY 12, 2010 -7:30 P.M. Regular meeting called to order and Pledge of Allegiance. Present: Flint, Greenfield, Bellmore, Hawthorne, Carr, Hanshaw Absent: Lee (Arrived at 8:05pm) Approved the Agenda as presented. Approved the Consent Agenda as presented. Approved the name change of the Joint Planning Committee to the Joint Planning Alliance by voice vote. Appointed Trustee Hanshaw to the Joint Planning Alliance Advisory group by roll call vote. Approved transfer of funds from the Podunk Lake Weed Assessment Fund to the General Fund by roll call vote. Adopted Ordinance #2010-138, Rezoning Request, by roll call vote. Accepted Resolution #2010-124, to Establish an Election Precinct(s) Receiving Board by roll call vote. Meeting Adjourned at 8:06 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Attested to by, Jim Carr, Supervisor www.rutlandtownship.org 77546022 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Green Rock Investments, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company, of 3608 Sunrise Lane, NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49534, and Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated June 13, 2006, and recorded on July 21, 2006 in Document No. 1167508 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of One Hundred Twenty Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Thirty Six Cents ($123,715.36), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 10.250%, and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on June 24, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. the undersigned will sell at the East door of the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding of the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in the mortgage located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County and which are described as follows: Unit 2 of Whispering Pines, a condominium according to the master deed recorded in Instrument No. 1161320, Barry County records, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46, as amended, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements, as set forth in the above master deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. P.P. #08-16-370-002-00 which is commonly known as Unit 2, Whispering Pines Condominiums, Wayland, Michigan 49348. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. DATED: May 13, 2010 Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa Avenue, NW Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77545977 (616) 458-1315 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles Wait and Jane E. Wait, married, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2006, and recorded on May 9, 2006 in instrument 1164322, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York as trustee for the benefit of the certificate holders CWABS, Inc. asset backed certificates series 2007-9 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Twenty-Two And 99/100 Dollars ($135,422.99), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 24, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hasting Township, Barry County, Michigan. Subject to all Conditions, limitations and easements of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545568 File #197579F02 NOTICE OF BORROWER'S RIGHTS Re: Robin L. Reed (Mortgagor) Property Address: 95 Saddlebag Lake Road Woodland, MI 48897 Date: May 18, 2010 To the Mortgagor: Notice is hereby given that: We have designated GreenStone Farm Credit Services, FLCA, as Mortgagee Representative for your mortgage loan. You can reach us by telephone at (616) 647-1410 x 42103. You have a right to request a meeting with us. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's web site at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at (517) 373-8370. If you do request a meeting with us, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after the date we mailed a written notice of default to you. If we reach an agreement to modify your mortgage loan, we will not proceed with foreclosure if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have a right to contact an attorney. You can reach the MIchigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral and Information Service at 800-968-0738. GreenStone Farm Credit Services, FLCA 77546020 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Green Rock Investments, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company, of 3608 Sunrise Lane, NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49534, and Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated June 13, 2006, and recorded on July 21, 2006 in Document No. 1167508 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of One Hundred Twenty Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Thirty Six Cents ($123,715.36), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 10.250%, and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on June 24, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. the undersigned will sell at the East door of the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding of the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in the mortgage located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County and which are described as follows: Unit 13 of Whispering Pines, a condominium according to the master deed recorded in Instrument No. 1161320, Barry County records, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46, as amended, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements, as set forth in the above master deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. P.P. #08-16-370-013-00 which is commonly known as Unit 13, Whispering Pines Condominiums, Wayland, Michigan 49348. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. DATED: May 13, 2010 Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa Avenue, NW Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77545987 (616) 458-1315 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott Owen and Christina M Owen, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 27, 2006, and recorded on April 5, 2006 in instrument 1162204, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S. Bank National Association, As Trustee For J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-CW2 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Nine Hundred Two And 67/100 Dollars ($105,902.67), including interest at 10% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 58 feet of Lot 1034, of the City (formerly Village) of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, Also part of Lots 1 and 2, Block 13, Eastern Addition to the City (formerly Village) of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, described as: Commencing on the Northwest corner of said Lot 1, Block 13; thence South 72 feet; thence East 4 rods; thence North 72 feet; thence West 4 rods to the place of beginning, except the East 3 rods and 2 feet thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545585 File #317484F01 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Jessica L. Lewis, a single person has defaulted on a Mortgage for the real property known as: 561 Oak Meadow Drive, Middleville, MI 49333 This Notice is to inform you that you have the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage serv¬icer. The Real Estate Default Group of Weltman, Weinberg & Reis, Co., L.P.A., has been designated by them as the person to con¬tact who has authority to determine your eligibility for a mortgage modification. Jessica L. Lewis may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michi¬gan State Housing Development Author¬ity's (MSHDA) website at www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at (866) 946-7432. That if Jessica L. Lewis requests a meeting with the person designated above, within 14 days, foreclosure proceedings will not commence until 90 days after the date a notice was mailed to them. That if Jessica L. Lewis and the designated person reach an agreement to modify the mort¬gage loan, the mortgage will not be fore¬closed if Jessica L. Lewis abides by the terms of the agreement. Jessica L. Lewis has the right to contact an attor¬ney. You may contact the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer referral service (800) 968-0738. Dated: May 20, 2010 By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77545997 WWR# 10040091 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark T. Keady, an unmarried man and Mandi B. Synder, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Cendant Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated May 20, 2004, and recorded on June 4, 2004 in instrument 1128784, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Six And 19/100 Dollars ($158,996.19), including interest at 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 19, Town 1 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at a point found by commencing at the South 1/4 post of said Section 19, and running thence with bearings referenced to the Michigan Plane Coordinate System-Zone South, North 88 Degrees 35 Minutes 39 Seconds West on the Section line 2227.81 feet; thence North 00 Degrees 49 Minutes 14 Seconds East, 330.0 feet to the Point of Beginning of this Description; thence North 00 Degrees 49 Minutes 14 Seconds East 227.49 feet; thence North 88 Degrees 35 Minutes 39 Seconds West, 582.17 feet to the Easterly Edge of Doster Road; thence along same around a curve to the left with Radius of 611.75 feet to the far end of a chord which bears South 14 Degrees 21 Minutes 32 Seconds East, 288.86 feet; thence South 88 Degrees 35 Minutes 39 Seconds East, 506.66 feet to the Beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545573 File #318549F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Linda Anaya and David Anaya, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated July 1, 2003, and recorded on July 8, 2003 in instrument 1108054, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Four Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Five And 10/100 Dollars ($84,225.10), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of the following described premises: Beginning 30 rods South of the Northeast corner of the Northwest quarter of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, for place of beginning, thence West 80 rods, thence South 10 rods, thence East 80 rods, thence North to the place of beginning. Subject to restrictions, reservations, easements, covenants, oil, gas or mineral rights of record, if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545590 File #234484F04 �Page 14 — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tad Macomber, a married man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2007 and recorded July 2, 2007 in Instrument Number 1182498, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Four Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Four and 17/100 Dollars ($174,254.17) including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 10, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: THAT PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 32, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 769.0 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1/4; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 57 MINUTES EAST 360.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 57 MINUTES EAST 300.0 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 230.80 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 57 MINUTES WEST 300.0 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 230.60 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO AND TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS, EGRESS AND UTILITY PURPOSES OVER A 66 FOOT WIDE STRIP OF LAND, THE CENTER LINE OF WHICH IS DESCRIBED AS: THE PART OF SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 32, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 982.0 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1/4 TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THE CENTERLINE OF SAID EASEMENT; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 57 MINUTES EAST 403.96 FEET TO THE PLACE OF ENDING OF SAID 66 FOOT WIDE EASEMENT. ALSO OVER A 50 FOOT RADIUS CIRCLE THE RADIUS CIRCLE, THE RADIUS POINT OF WHICH IS THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PLACE OF ENDING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 13, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.4457 ASAP# 3563142 05/13/2010, 05/20/2010, 77545840 05/27/2010, 06/03/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Keith M. Hoot and Tonya F. Hoot, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 27, 2004, and recorded on October 6, 2004 in instrument 1135059, and rerecorded on March 2, 2005 in instrument 1142128, and modified by Affidavit or Order recorded on March 2, 2005 in instrument 1142128, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EMC Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Four And 58/100 Dollars ($225,864.58), including interest at 7.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 17, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 60 Acres of the North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, Except a Parcel described as: Beginning at the Northwest Corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 16; Thence East on 1/4 Line 16 Rods; thence South Parallel with the East Line of said Section 20 Rods, thence West at right angles parallel with the South Section Line 16 Rods to the North and South 1/4 Line; thence North on 1/4 Line to Beginning. Also, excepting there from a parcel of land described as: Commencing at the center 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 7 West; thence North 89 degrees 19 minutes 26 seconds East along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 264.00 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing North 89 degrees 19 minutes 25 seconds East along said East and West 1/4 line 660.00 feet; thence South 01 degrees 48 minutes 17 seconds East, parallel with the North and South 1/4 line of said Section, 334.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 19 minutes 26 seconds West parallel with said East and West 1/4 line, 660.00 feet; thence North 01 degrees 48 minutes 17 seconds West parallel with said North and South 1/4 line 334.00 feet to said East and West 1/4 line and the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 20, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545992 File #126531F02 MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Notice is hereby given that Default has occurred in a Mortgage given by Zackery T. Coenen to the United States of America, acting through the Rural Housing Service or successor agency, United States Department of Agriculture. The Mortgage is dated June 4, 2008 and was recorded on June 5, 2008 in Instrument No. 20080606-0005957 of the Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt which is now Eighty Three Thousand Five Hundred Sixty Eight and 71/100 ($83,568.71) Dollars. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by selling the property described below at a public auction to the highest bidder. The sale will be held on June 17, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan which is the location of the Barry County Circuit Court. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, including interest at the rate of 5.375% per year, legal costs, attorney fees and any taxes or insurance which may be paid by the mortgagee before the sale. The property to be sold is located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan and is more specifically described in the Mortgage as: The North 1/2 of Lot 3 and all of Lot 7, Block 22, THE EASTERN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber A of Plats, Page 2, Barry County Records. The redemption period will expire thirty (30) days from the date of the sale unless a notice is received pursuant to MCL §600.3241a(1)(C) in which case the redemption period will expire six (6) months from the date of the sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ACTING THROUGH THE RURAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, F/K/A THE RURAL HOUSING SERVICE, OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE PREPARED BY: JOHN R. TUCKER, P37348 WINEGARDEN, HALEY, LINDHOLM & ROBERTSON, P.L.C. G-9460 S. SAGINAW STREET, SUITE A GRAND BLANC, MI 48439 77545628 (810) 767-3600 STATE OF MICHIGAN IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF BARRY CASE NO. 10-105-CH Honorable James H. Fisher Circuit Court Judge ISABELLA BANK (a/k/a Isabella Bank Corporation, f/k/a Greenville Community Bank); a Michigan Banking Corporation, Plaintiff, Vs. TONY NIELSEN and VALERIE NIELSEN, husband and wife; ARTHUR E. CONE and JOYCE G. CONE, husband and wife; UNITED BANK OF MICHIGAN; UNITED BANK MORTGAGE CORPORATION; and the known and unknown estates, heirs, successors, assigns, and spouses of all said Defendants; and the owners of any and all interests and claimants, Defendants, _______________________________________/ Steve Lobert (P56590) LOBERT & FRANSTED, P.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 119 S. Michigan Avenue, P.O. Box 1015-A Big Rapids, MI 49307 (231) 796-7609 _______________________________________/ ORDER FOR ALTERNATIVE SERVICE At a session of said Circuit Court, in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, on this 21 day of April, 2010 PRESENT: HONORABLE JAMES H. FISHER CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE Upon the motion for Alternate Service made by Plaintiff verifying that service upon Defendants, ARTHUR E. CONE and JOYCE G. CONE, and their estates, heirs, successors, assigns, spouses and any and all interests and claimants (hereinafter “said Defendants”) cannot reasonably be made as provided by Court Rule, to said Defendants: IT IS ORDERED THAT: A. You are being sued in this Court to determine interests in the following described real estate: Lot 34 of Valley Park Shores, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 24. PP#08-16-225-042-00. (Hereinafter “Subject Parcel”) Specifically as it relates to a lien thereon in favor of Defendants, ARTHUR E. CONE and JOYCE G. CONE, recorded at Liber 611, Page 859 of Barry County records. B. Pursuant to Court Rule, you must file your answer or take other action permitted by law in this Court on or before 28 days after the last date of posting and publication of this Order. If you fail to do so, a Default Judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint filed in this case. Said Defendants shall be served process as follows: 1. Plaintiff’s Process Server will post a copy of this order at the Barry County Courthouse and two more public places in Barry County, Michigan, and provide proof of posting to this Court; 2. Plaintiff will publish a copy of this Order once each week for three consecutive weeks in a newspaper within Barry County, the County where the action is pending; and provide proof of publication to this Court; 3. Attorney for Plaintiff shall attempt to serve 1) a copy of this Order; 2) a copy of the Summons and Complaint; and 3) a copy of the Complaint for Mortgage Foreclosure within Exhibits on said Defendants, via regular mail to their last known address of 1700 Bronson Way, Apt. 139, Kalamazoo, MI 49009; and provide an affidavit of mailing to this Court; and 4. That said Defendants be deemed to be served within the life of the Summons upon the first publication, posting and mailing if made before May 27, 2010. 5. This Order does not resolve the last pending claim in this matter, nor close this case. Honorable James H. Fisher (P26437) 77545670 Circuit Court Judge NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by STEVEN E. FORBES, whose address is 4168 Thornapple Hills Drive, Middleville, Michigan 49333, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, as Mortgagee, dated March 7, 2008, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Ionia and the State of Michigan, on March 14, 2008, in Instrument No. 20080314-0002379 as to the parcel below. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses, the sum of $225,972.42 with interest at the rate of 6.25%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgages, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse Mail Lobby on the 10th day of June, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 6.25%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorneys fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, to-wit: UNIT 9 OF THE THORNAPPLE HILLS SITE CONDOMINIUM, A CONDOMINIUM ESTABLISHED BY MASTER DEED RECORDED IN LIBER 560, PAGE 416, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND BEING DESIGNATED AS BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 5, AS AMENDED, WITH RIGHTS IN THE GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN THE MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF THE PUBLIC ACTS OF MICHIGAN OF 1978, AS AMENDED, THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. P.P.#: 08-14-023-007-09 Commonly known as 4168 Thornapple Hills Drive, Middleville, Michigan 49333. The period of redemption will be six months from the date of sale, or if the premises are deemed to be abandoned, then the redemption period shall be thirty days from the date of sale. Dated: April 22, 2010 Union Bank of Lake Odessa DRAFTED BY: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 By: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) 77545428 Attorney for Union Bank THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael Pino, a married man and Kelly Jo Pino, his wife, to Old Kent Mortgage Company now by various resolutions duly known as Fifth Third Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated June 12, 1998 and recorded June 16, 1998 in Instrument Number 1013638, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-Eight and 50/100 Dollars ($122,368.50) including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 17, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The land referred to in this Commitment, situated in the County of Barry, Township of Thornapple, State of Michigan, is described as follows: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at the East 1/4 of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East, 462.92 feet along the East line of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 24 seconds West 657.93 feet parallel with the EastWest 1/4 line of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 00 seconds West 462.92 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 45 minutes 24 seconds East 658.46 feet along said East-West 1/4 line to the point of beginning. Also, subject to and together with an easement for ingress and egress described as follows: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as the East 20.00 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 1 and the Southwest 1/4 of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, the centerline of which is described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of said Section 1; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East, 1317.30 feet along the East line of said Section to the South line of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 1 and the point of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds West, 324.74 feet; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 30 seconds West, 657.31 feet parallel with the East-West 1/4 line of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 00 seconds West 530.20 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section to reference point "A"; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 24 seconds West 528.96 feet to the point of ending. Also that part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at the above described reference point "A"; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 00 seconds West, 200.00 feet to the point of ending of said centerline and also the West 33.00 feet of the West 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, except the South 396.00 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 20, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.6329 ASAP# 3572638 05/20/2010, 05/27/2010, 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010 77546008 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Esther Stanley and Jerry Ralph Stanley aka Jerry R Stanley, wife and husband as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2006, and recorded on November 21, 2006 in instrument 1173012, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand One Hundred Sixty-Two And 79/100 Dollars ($225,162.79), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on May 27, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 14, Prairie Ridge Estates, a site condominium according to the Master Deed recorded in Instrument No. 1121448 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 34, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: April 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545327 File #318188F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on March 14, 2008 by Warren A. Kidder, as Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on March 20, 2008 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 20080320-0003152. The Mortgage was modified by a Note/Mortgage Modification Agreement dated November 28, 2008 and recorded in Instrument Number 20081203-0011514 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Forty Five Thousand Four Hundred Sixty and 84/100 Dollars ($45,460.84), including interest at 7% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, May 27, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Orangeville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, said point lies approximately 29.2 feet South and 11.2 feet east of the Southeast corner of Allen’s Acres, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 58 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan; thence North 89 degrees 15' 25" West, 1307.88 feet along the South line of said Section 34; thence South 00 degrees 15' 56" West 431.28 feet along the West line of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, to the true place of beginning; thence continuing South 00 degrees 15' 56" West, 708.84 feet; thence South 89 degrees 22' 19" East, along the South line of said Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, 518.89 feet to the centerline of Norris Road; thence North 12 degrees 38' 20" East, along said centerline, 655.74 feet; thence North 10 degrees 26' 58" East, along said centerline 19.63 feet; thence North 89 degrees 11' 18" West, 170.93 feet; thence North 01 degrees 54' 39" East, 46.57 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15' 25" West, 493.30 feet to the place of beginning. Together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land described as commencing at said Southeast corner of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North 89 degrees 15' 25" West, along the South line of said Section 34, 864.22 feet; thence South 01 degrees 31' 11" West, 229.64 feet; thence South 87 degrees 54' 33" East 62.19 feet; thence South 01 degrees 54' 39" West, 57.86 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing South 01 degrees 54’ 29” West, 175.38 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15’ 25” West 15.00 feet; thence North 01 degrees 54’ 39” East, 160.38 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15’ 25” West 112.70 feet; thence North 01 degrees 54’ 39” East, 15.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 15' 25" East 127.81 feet to the place of beginning. Also together with and subject to the rights of the public over the Easterly 33 feet thereof as used for Norris Road. More commonly known as 4160 Norris Road, Delton, Michigan The redemption period shall be one year from the date of the sale unless the property is deemed abandoned under MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty days from the date of sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank Dated: April 20, 2010 By: /s/ Rachel J. Foster Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 06713499 269-226-2982 NOTICE OF BORROWER'S RIGHTS Re: Tracey L. Hayman (Mortgagor) Property Address: 95 Saddlebag Lake Road Woodland, MI 48897 Date: May 18, 2010 To the Mortgagor: Notice is hereby given that: We have designated GreenStone Farm Credit Services, FLCA, as Mortgagee Representative for your mortgage loan. You can reach us by telephone at (616) 647-1410 x 42103. You have a right to request a meeting with us. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's web site at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at (517) 373-8370. If you do request a meeting with us, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after the date we mailed a written notice of default to you. If we reach an agreement to modify your mortgage loan, we will not proceed with foreclosure if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have a right to contact an attorney. You can reach the MIchigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral and Information Service at 800-968-0738. 77546018 GreenStone Farm Credit Services, FLCA Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darwin Kosbar and Donna Kosbar, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 6, 2004, and recorded on November 23, 2004 in instrument 1137648, and assigned by said Mortgagee to MidFirst Bank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Nine Thousand Fifty And 60/100 Dollars ($89,050.60), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel of land located in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section 9; thence North 03 degrees 05 minutes 51 seconds East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section, 2028.66 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along said North and South 1/4 line; 237.48 feet; thence South 88 degrees 09 minutes 21 seconds East, 500.00 feet; thence South 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds West, parallel with said North and South 1/4 line, 167.54 feet; thence South 78 degrees 36 minutes 03 seconds West 350.59 feet; thence North 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds West 160.62 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to and together with easement for ingress and egress described as: A 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress and public utilities described as follows: Parcel of land located in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section 9, thence North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section, 2029.23 feet to the point of beginning thence continuing North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along said North and South 1/4 line, 66.06 feet; thence South 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds East 183.62 feet; thence South 50 degrees 22 minutes 08 seconds East 107.35 feet; thence South 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seconds East 122.88 feet; thence South 79 degrees 20 minutes 05 seconds East, 184.57 feet; thence South 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds West 66.58 feet; thence North 79 degrees 20 minutes 05 seconds West 231.32 feet; thence North 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seconds West 142.65 feet; thence North 50 degrees 22 minutes 08 seconds West 68.88 feet; thence North 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds West 160.58 to said North and South 1/4 line and the point of beginning. Parcel of land located in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section 9; thence North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 2029.23 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East, along said North and South 1/4 line, 66.06 feet thence South 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds East, 183.62 feet; thence South 50 degrees 22 minutes 08 seconds East, 107.35 feet; thence South 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seconds East, 320.21 feet; thence South 46 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds East, 134.08 feet; thence North 89 degrees 50 minutes 11 seconds West, 95.79 feet; thence North 46 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds West 80.38 feet; thence North 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seconds West 317.70 feet; thence North 50 degrees 22 minutes 08 seconds West 68.88 feet; thence North 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds West 160.58 feet to said North and South 1/4 line and the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545826 File #318603F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — Page 15 Lakewood track teams end their league duals in third Lakewood’s varsity boys’ and girls’ track and field teams both head into next Wednesday’s Capital Area Activities Conference White Division Championship Meet in third place in the league. The girls earned a third-place tie with Perry and Corunna with 2-3 dual meet records by scoring a 74-63 win over the Cavaliers at Lakewood High School Tuesday. The boys fell to 3-2 in the league with an 82-55 loss. The girls trail Williamston and Lansing Catholic in the league, and the boys Williamston and Corunna. The Lakewood girls had 11 personal record (PR) performances on the day, including six in the field events. Lakewood won four of the Saxons thump Rogers and Ottawa Hills The Saxon varsity girls’ soccer team found its scoring touch, now it gets to see if it can keep it up against one of the O-K Gold Conference’s best. Hastings opens the O-K Gold Conference tournament tonight at 6:45 at South Christian, with the winner advancing to face either Caledonia or Wayland in the tournament semifinals next week. The Saxons scored 21 goals in their last two games, to earn a pair of wins. Hastings closed out the O-K Gold regular season by knocking off Ottawa Hills in Grand Rapids Monday. Brittany Hickey scored her first varsity goal, then added a second goal and an assist in the win. She was one of ten Saxons to score goals in the game. Dani Meredith was the other Saxon with multiple goals, scoring twice and adding an assist as well. Meghan VanZyl had a goal and two assists, and Lexi Dakin, Veronica Hayden, Kelsi Herrington, Ashley Nurenberg, Morganne Hubbell, Jennifer Jarman, Kelsey Devroy, and Tauri Schils all had one goal each. Also with an assist on the night was Alaina Case. In goal, Breonna Sinclair earned the shut out for the Saxons. The Saxons scored an 8-0 non-conference win over Rogers Friday evening. VanZyl scored twice late in the first half, then Nicole Gardner added two goals early in the second half. Those four quick ones put the Saxons up 7-0, and the they were able to finish off the Golden Hawks less than ten minutes into the second half as Herrington put home a cross from Meredith for their eighth goal. Meredith got the scoring started, finishing a crossing pass from Schils less than ten minutes into the game. 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The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. five field events, and took the top two spots in three of them. Andrea Hellmich set a new PR in the shot put at 35 feet 2.5 inches, while teammate Beth Walkington was second in that event with a mark of 33-4.5. In the discus Lakewood Ashley Jemison won with a throw of 105-.5, and Hellmich was second at 99-4. Kelley Daniels set personal records in both the pole vault and the high jump. She was second in the pole vault at 8-0 and won the high jump by clearing 5-2. Madison McLean won the long jump for the Vikings, flying 14-2, and also took the 100-meter dash in 13.74 seconds, and placed second in the 200 with a PR of 28.89. Emily Kutch set a new PR in winning the 800 for the Vikings with a time of 2 minutes 38.1 seconds, and teammate Madison King was second in that event with a time of 2:38.7. King also won the 1600 in 5:15.2. Lakewood’s group of Kutch, King, Casey Rayner, and Kacey McCarren set a new PR in winning the 3200-meter relay with a time of 11:21.9. Lakewood also had the team of Alexis Kosten, Meghan Kilbourn, Reynolds, and McLean win the 400-meter relay in 54.19. Corunna’s Michiala Lawcock and Megan Birchmeier both won a pair of individual events. Birchmeier won the 100-meter hurdles in 16.58, and the 300-meter low hurdles in 47.29. Lawcock took the pole vault at 8-6, and won the 200-meter dash in 28.69. That pair was also a part of the Cavaliers’ wins in the 800-meter relay and the 1600-meter relay, as was Brooke Bremer who also won the 400 in 1:03.50. Lakewood’s boys’ team got a new PR from Sam Desgranges in the 400, as he raced to victory in 52.62, and he also teamed with Wes Cramer, Travis Ackerson, and Adam Senters to win the 1600-meter relay in 3:31.6. Senters added a win in the 800-meter run with a time of 2:10.3 too. Other winners on the track for the Lakewood boys were Cody Lindemulder in the 110-meter high hurdles with a time of 16.97, and Tucker Seese in the 3200-meter run with a time of 10:37.4. Lakewood swept the discus, with Cramer throwing 128-11, good for first place, Nathan Bryans second at 126-7, and Lindemulder third with a mark of 113-7. The only other win for the Vikings in the field was in the pole vault, where Willie Gross cleared 10-6, and teammate Darren Eaton placed second by getting over the bar at 10-6 as well. Tyler Andrews was the only Cavalier to win multiple individual events, taking the 100-meter dash in 11.62, and the 200 in 23.62. Lakewood’s girls were tenth and the boys 11th at Saturday’s Jackson Northwest Last Chance Meet. Fourth was the highest finish for any Lakewood girl, with Daniels placing fourth in the high jump by clearing 4-11 and Ellie Reynolds placing fourth in the 100-meter hurdles with a time of 17.10. Ann Arbor Pioneer dominated the field in winning the girls’ title with 180 points. Grand Ledge was second with 85 and Jackson third with 72.5 points. Ann Arbor Pioneer also took the boys’ championship, with 165 points. Adrian was second with 73.5 points, and Grand Ledge third with 65.5. The Viking boys’ best event was the discus, where Cramer was fifth with a mark of 12911, Bryans sixth at 129-5, and Lindemulder seventh at 129-2.5. Lakewood will be a part of Friday’s Division 2 Regional Meet at Charlotte. Lions edge the Delton boys at Mulberry Fore Maple Valley snuck past Delton Kellogg by a stroke on the Lions’ home course, Mulberry Fore, Tuesday. The Lions were 2-0 on the day, firing a 178 to best Delton Kellogg’s 179 and Olivet’s 204. Delton Kellogg’s Mitchell Wandell had the low round of the day, a 39. Maple Valley was led by Caleb Walker’s 40 and Drew Johnson’s 44. The lions also got a 45 from Ian Cogswell and a 49 from RJ Browne. Behind Wandell for Delton, Zack Simon shot a 43, Tyler Vining a 48, and Conner Worm a 49. Olivet got a 43 from Justin Sharp, a 45 from Jake Maas, and a pair of 58’s from Tom Greiliock and Josh Petro. Delton finished eighth in the 14-team field at Saturday’s Lawton Invitational at Lake Cora Hills. Hackett Catholic Central dominated the field, finishing the day with a score of 309. Second place Paw Paw scored a 343. Hackett’s Jack Rider was the day’s medallist, firing a 73. Delton shot a 369 as a team, getting an 82 from Wandell, a 94 from Vining, a 95 from Adam Farrah, and pair of 98’s from Nick Blincoe and Charlie Hoadley. Last Friday, the Panthers knocked off Allegan 178 to 185 at Chesire Hills. Wandell led the way again, this time with a 38. Simon fired a 45, Blincoe a 46, and Kasey Braska a 48. POLICE BEAT Expired plate leads to failed sobriety test Hastings police made a traffic stop May 12 in the 200 block of North Michigan Avenue. The officer noticed that the license plate was expired and improper. The officer said it was apparent that the driver, Danny Gillons, 57, from Woodland, had been consuming intoxicants. After further investigation and failure to complete sobriety tasks, Gillons was placed under arrest and lodged at the Barry County Jail. He is facing charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated, third offense, and was additionally cited for using an improper plate and refusing the preliminary breath test. Teens arrested on dozens of larceny complaints Hastings Police have arrested three area teens for their involvement in several larcenies from motor vehicles. The complaints that were reported the morning of May 15 and again on the morning of May 16. To date, 38 complaints have been filed, with victims reporting several thousand dollars’ worth of property being stolen. The majority of property has been recovered by the Hastings Police Department and consisted mostly of personal electronic devices: GPS units, cell phones, phone chargers, iPods, MP3 players, digital Walkman units and stereos. Also recovered were two full sets of golf clubs, along with several liters of soda and personal property. The suspects were apprehended Sunday, just prior to 3 a.m., after an employee from Tendercare reported three subjects in a neighboring parking lot in the 1600 block of North East Street with a flashlight. Responding officers located the trio in the area of Quail Ridge Apartments and confronted them a short time later. A foot pursuit ensued, and one of the suspects was taken into custody. The other two suspects were arrested a short time later near one of their residences in the 100 block of East Walnut Street. A pair of 17-year-olds, both from Hastings, were lodged at the Barry County Jail and are currently out on bond pending arraignment. One 15-year-old, also from Hastings, was remanded to the custody of his parents. Hastings officers were assisted by deputies from the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. Officers remind citizens: Lock it or lose it With the summer months right around the corner, the Hastings Police Department reminds residents of the importance of removing valuable items from their vehicles and securing them in their homes or locking them up in the trunk, and at the very least, locking vehicle doors. Officers said a general rule of thumb to abide by is, “Lock it, hide it, or lose it.” RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE REZONING PROPERTY TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that at the May 12, 2010 meeting of the Rutland Charter Township Board the following Ordinance No. 2010-138 was adopted. The original ordinance may be inspected or a copy purchased by contacting the Township Clerk, Robin Hawthorne, 2461 Heath Road, Hastings, MI 49058, 269-948-2194, during regular business hours of regular working days, and at such other times as may be arranged. RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP BOARD Rutland Charter Township Hall 2461 Heath Road Hastings, MI 49058 Telephone: (269) 948-2194 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF RUTLAND BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN ORDINANCE # 2010-138 Amendment(s) to the Rutland Charter Township Zoning Map ADOPTED: May 12, 2010 EFFECTIVE: May 28, 2010 An Ordinance to amend the Rutland Charter Township Zoning Ordinance by the rezoning of the subject parcel(s) located in Land Section 14 within the Township from the "RE", Rural Estates, Residential District zoning classification to the “R-1”, Residential, Single Family District zoning classification; and to repeal all Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith. The Charter Township of Rutland Barry County, Michigan ORDAINS SECTION I Rezoning of Properties in Land Section 14 The Zoning Map as incorporated by reference in the Rutland Charter Township Zoning Ordinance is hereby amended by rezoning from the " RE", Rural Estates, Residential District zoning classification to the “R-1”, Residential, Single Family District zoning classification the following described properties in Land Section 14, Parcel # 08-13-014-004-00: RUTLAND TWP 1 1/2 ACRES OF LAND OF THE TRIANGULAR STRIP ON E 1/2 NE 1/4 SEC 14-3-9 LYING BETWEEN HWY AND MCRR AS FOLLOWS COM AT A PT IN CEN OF HWY 29 1/2 RDS NW OF SEC LINE BETWEEN SECS 13 & 14 FOR POB TH NE AT RIGHT ANGLE WITH HWY TO R/W MCRR TH ALONG R/W OF RD IN NWLY DIR TO PT SO THAT A LINE RUN PARALLEL WITH THE LINE ON SE SIDE TO CEN HWY FROM SELY ALONG HWY TO BEG. Parcel # 08-13-014-005-00: RUTLAND CHARTER TWP. COM NE COR SEC 14-3-9 TH S 00 DEG 13' 19" W AL E LI SEC 930.69 FT TO CNTR LI HEATH RD FOR POB TH N 54 DEG 38' 13" W AL CNTR LI RD 482.72 FT TH N 35 DEG 21' 47" E 189.86 FT TH S 62 DEG 14' 18" E 353.11 FT TH S 00 DEG 13' 19" W 289.3 FT TO CNTRLI HEATH RD TH N 54 DEG 13' 13" W 33.80 FT TO POB SECTION II Severability The provisions of this Ordinance are hereby declared to be severable, and if any part of are declared invalid for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction it shall not affect the remainder of the Ordinance, which shall continue in full force and effect. SECTION III Repeal of Conflicting Ordinances All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance are hereby repealed. SECTION IV Effective Date This Ordinance shall take effect eight (8) days after publication of the Notice of Adoption by the Township Board. Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Charter Township of Rutland �Page 16 — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Saxons split with Sailors after second place finish at Charlotte FHE wins 7 of 8 flights at Gold tourney The best player came from Grand Rapids Catholic Central, but the best team was clearly Forest Hills Eastern once again. The Hawks won the O-K Gold Conference Championship Saturday at the South Christian and East Kentwood tennis courts, topping second place Catholic Central 62-53 at the league tournament. South Christian was third with 49 points, followed by Caledonia 40, Wayland 33, Thornapple Kellogg 21, Hastings 18, and Ottawa Hills 18. Catholic Central’s Sydney Liggins kept her undefeated season in tact by scoring three straight set wins for the first singles championship. She topped Hastings’ Lexi von der Hoff 6-0, 6-0 in the opening round. Forest Hills Eastern had the top seeded player or doubles team in six of the other seven flights, and won all seven of them. Thornapple Kellogg and Hastings dropped their opening round matches in all eight flights. The Trojans and Saxons both dropped nonconference duals to Lakewood this week, and The Saxons’ Kara Canaaccun hits a backhand return during a match against Thornapple Kellogg's third doubles team at Saturday's O-K Gold Conference Tournament at East Kentwood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) will be back in action Friday at the Division 3 Regional Tournament hosted by Holland Christian. Hastings third doubles player Katie Secord reaches for a forehand shot during a match against Thornapple Kellogg Saturday at the O-K Gold Conference Tournament. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Freeport Fastpitch Standings Monday Mentor/Novice #2 Nine-Kasof #5 Glenn's Gas & Welding Supplies #1 Hastings Merchants #4 Thornapple Clean-Up #3 Freeport Independents #6 Freport Milling 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Pre-Summer Perky Pet® 9.99 New for 2010 Reusable, heavy-duty, topple resistant, grower preferred, easy open and storage, made in America, 3 year warranty and Ryan Watson led a sweep of the 1600meter run finishing in 5:54.55. Delton also had Homister win the 300meter intermediate hurdles in 45.19, and Nick Rendon win the 3200-meter run in 11:41.59. Delton Kellogg’s boys finished tenth in the 16-team Allegan Invitational last Friday. Ingle’s runner-up performance in the 300meter hurdles was Delton’s best finish of the day. He crossed the finish line in 40.85, just behind Allegan’s Chris Miller. Tyler Bourdo had a fourth place finish in the 400-meter dash with his time of 51.68 and placed third in the long jump by clearing 20-2.25. 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The Delton girls and the Pennfield girls finished in a 68-68 tie. The Delton Kellogg girls won all four relay races. Katie Searles took the 100-meter hurdles in 16.0 seconds, and Andrea Polley had a second-place finish in the 300-meter hurdles with a solid time of 47.6. Delton also got a win in the 100-meter dash from Hannah Williams who finished in 13.5. The Delton girls end the league duals with a 3-1-1 mark. Just in time for 8 oz. conc. Reg. $11.98 44th St 10.99 $ The Kalamazoo Valley Association duals came to an end for Delton Kellogg last 2-0 2-0 1-1 1-1 0-2 0-2 Controls over 80 toughest to control weeds $ Tomato Cage four hits and four walks in the opener against the Orioles. Roush drove in a pair of runs, with a single and a double in that one for the Saxons. Heather Gdula and Gorodenski both had RBI doubles, and Harding drove in a run with a single. Watson started pitching for the Saxons, and Harding came on in the sixth to earn the win. A double by Stowe to lead off the bottom of the seventh was followed by an RBI double off the bat of Roush, giving the Saxons the 4-3 walk-off win. The Saxons took a 2-1 lead on a two-run double by Gdula in the fourth, then added its third run to tie the game at 3-3 thanks to a couple of errors by Vandercook Lake in the fifth. Weed Free Zone 203CP Reg. $12.29 Dura-Cage “Overall, we had a good day of softball by reaching the championship game,” said Hastings head coach Doug Griggs. “We held our own in the final game against one of the top Division 2 teams in the state, but just couldn’t get the big base hit when we needed it.” Ladywood scored three times in the first inning, off the strength of four singles and a sacrifice fly. The score remained 3-0 until Ladywood tacked on one more run in the fifth. The Saxons had just four hits in the final, one single each for Stowe, Roush, Gorodenski, and Brook Blair. Harding took the loss pitching for Hastings, despite striking out seven and issuing only three walks. Ladywood had eight hits in the contest. Harding earned the win in the first two games of the day for Hastings, giving up SALE Hummingbird Feeder ® The Hastings varsity softball team celebrates its runner-up finish at Saturday’s Charlotte Invitational. DK boys end KVA duals with 5-0 mark Freeport Fastpitch Call for Classifieds May 20th - 29th The Saxon offense came to life early in game two to help the Hastings’ varsity softball team to a split in its O-K Gold Conference double header at home against South Christian Tuesday. The Sailors took game one 14-4. Hastings scored that many runs in the opening inning of game two, and went on to an 8-3 victory. Hastings got five straight singles off the bats of Tara Harding, Morgan Stowe, Shelby Rousch, Brandy Gorodenski, and Alex Wendorf in the top of the first inning of game two, scoring four runs in the process. The Saxons added two more runs fourth inning. Amanda King and Katie DeVries singled, and advanced on a sacrifice bunt by Christy Engle. Christa Mathis drove in King with a single and then DeVries scored on an RBI ground out by Harding. In the sixth the Saxons scored their final two runs, getting singles from DeVries and Engle and a double from Stowe. Harding earned the win for the Saxons, her 11th of the season, in a complete game effort. South Christian jumped out to a 14-0 lead through six and a half innings against the Saxons in the opener, before the Saxon bats woke up to score four times in the bottom of the seventh. Consecutive doubles by Stowe and Gorodenski accounted for the first Saxon run. King added an RBI single. After a single by Wendorf, Sam Watson doubled in the final two Saxon runs. Watson pitched for Hastings, striking out two and allowing two walks. The Saxons play a league double header in Middleville against Thornapple Kellogg this afternoon. Last Saturday, the Saxons reached the championship game of the Charlotte Invitational with a 7-3 win over Charlotte in the opening round and a 4-3 win over Vandercook Lake in the semifinals. Ninth ranked Livonia Ladywood topped the Saxons in the final through, 4-0. 14325 OP Ave. Climax 269-746-4286 295 Hamblin Ave. Battle Creek 269-962-4025 No sales to retailers or wholesalers. Good while supplies last. We reserve the right to limit quantities. Delton’s Adrianna Culbert tosses the discus during Wednesday's conference dual with Pennfield. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Delton’s boys dominated Pennfield in everything, but the sprints but even managed to win the 400-meter relay. Dakota Goyings won both throws for the Delton team, taking the shot put at 35 feet 10.5 inches and the discus at 115-1. In all, Delton outscored Pennfield 42-2 in the field events. Matt Ingle won the pole vault for Delton at 12-0, Jake Homister took the high jump at 56, and Tyler Bourdo won the long jump at 197.5. On the track, Delton won three of the four relays, with the team of David Dempsey, Connor Wolschleger, Tyler Bourdo, and Jordan Bourdo starting things off with a win in the 3200-meter relay with a time of 8:40.23. Phoenix Pease, Jordan Bourdo, Dempsey, and Tyler Bourdo won the 1600meter relay in 3:41.60, and the 400-meter relay team of Ryan Hoeberling, Pease, Homister, and Adam May won in 47.38. Ingle also won the 110-meter high hurdles in 16.89. Tyler Bourdo led a Delton sweep in the 800-meter run with his time of 2:04.13, SCMYB SCMYB Standings U10 Hastings Elks 4-0 Middle Villa Lanes /Tires 2000 1-0 Wilder's Auto/Firstbank West MI 1-1 Green Leaf Tree Services 0-1 Tripp & Tagg/Three Brothers Pizza 0-1 Hastings Family Dental 0-3 U12 Hastings Car Club 4-0 PMT Preservation 4-1 Olson Farms 2-1 Green Leaf Tree Service 1-4 Mid Michigan Group/Hier Family Dentistry 0-1 Hastings Mfg/Hastings Fiberglass 0-4 U14 Advanced Wiring Systems/Tri Chlor 2-0 FlexFab/Hastings City Bank 2-1 Thornapple Vet Medical Center 1-1 ��Page 18 — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — The Hastings Banner DK hands Lion boys their first ever KVA defeat by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Constantine fans and athletes started on their way home, followed by the group from Hackett Catholic Central, then Parchment. The Maple Valley and Delton Kellogg groups weren’t going anywhere though. The Lions and Panthers were gathered around the pole vault pit, as Delton Kellogg senior Matt Ingle made his final attempts at clearing 13 feet. “That was really cool. I’ve never had that before,” said Ingle. “It was cool to see the support from not only my team, but my opponents.” “That’s what track is all about.” It was about winning too Tuesday at Delton Kellogg High School. Ingle’s first-place finish in the pole vault, clearing 12-0, helped the host Panthers win their five-team Kalamazoo Valley Association jamboree. The Panthers outscored second-place Maple Valley by a Delton Kellogg’s Hannah Williams (left) chases Maple Valley’s Elizabeth Stewart around the corner in the 400-meter dash Tuesday evening. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Delton Kellogg’s Amanda Mikolajczyk flies through the air in the long jump competition during Tuesday's KVA Jamboree at Delton Kellogg. (Photo by Brett Bremer) single point, 102-101. The boys’ night came down to the final two events, the 1600-meter relay and the pole vault. Maple Valley edged the Delton boys in a tightly contested battle for second place in the 1600-meter relay, then the attention turned to the pole vault pit. Both Delton and Maple Valley had two scorers in the pole vault, Ingle and Nolan Smith who placed fourth at 11-0 were the two for the Panthers. The Lions had Austin Pool finish in third place at 11-0, and Adam Zank fifth at 10-6. Parchment’s Brandon Blankenship was second at 11-6. “It has definitely been a goal for this team,” Delton Kellogg head coach Dale Grimes said of beating Maple Valley. “We’ve been fortunate at some of the (invitationals) we’ve been to this year, but after each success the guys are very good about remembering the KVA is what we’re after.” Maple Valley’s boys had never lost in a KVA meet of any kind before Tuesday. The Panther boys came into the jamboree having gone 5-0 in their league duals, with Maple Valley sporting a 4-0 league dual mark. "The kids took it a little hard tonight. It’s the first time they’ve lost in the KVA since Lakewood tennis tops TK and Hastings on back-to-back days Lakewood knocked off its two rivals from Barry County Monday and Tuesday in nonconference duals to improve to 8-4 on the season. The Viking varsity girls’ tennis team scored 7-1 wins over both Thornapple Kellogg and Hastings, two teams which will also be a part of Friday’s Division 3 Regional Tournament hosted by Holland Christian. Lakewood swept the doubles matches in both duals. The lone win for the Saxons in Hastings Tuesday was at third singles, where Hannah Smith topped Maggie Wernet 7-5, 6-0. Abby Haskin and Orianna Ramos led the doubles sweep of the Saxons for the Vikings, scoring a 6-2, 6-0 win over Krystal Pratt and Amelia Travis at number one. At second doubles, Jenna Avery and Kayla Bite defeated Katherine Taylor and Victoria Pemberton 6-0, 6-1. At number three, Nicole Graham and Olivia Salazar downed Katie Secord and Kara Canaaccun 6-2, 6-1. In the fourth doubles match, Nancy Brehm and Kati Kauffman topped Kelsi Harden and Sara Sleevi 6-3, 6-1. It took three sets for MacKenzie Chase to earn a win at first singles, where she downed Lexi von der Hoff 6-4, 5-7, 6-0. At second singles, the Vikings’ Kelsey Stoddard topped Allyson Ellsworth 6-3, 7-5. At number four, Brooke Fox scored a 6-3, 6-0 win over Sara Thornburg. The Vikings won a pair of three-setters on the singles side against Thornapple Kellogg Tuesday, with Bite topping Emmie Beckering 6-4, 3-6, 6-4 at third singles and Fox scoring a 6-4, 4-6, 6-2 win over Kendall Goosen at number four. Chase scored a 6-2, 6-3 win over Sarah Roskam at first singles. TK got its lone win at second singles, where Becca Denney downed Stoddard 6-3, 6-2. Haskin and Ramos topped Shelby Kenyon and Shannon Hamilton 6-1, 6-1 at first doubles. In the second doubles match, Avery and Graham scored a 6-1, 6-1 win over Karri Selleck and Ann Sun. At third doubles, Salazar and Wernet downed Samantha Replogle and Lexi Sensiba 6-1, 6-2. At fourth doubles, Brehm and Jessica Hilley scored a 76(3), 6-3 win over Marissa Meyering and Taylor Rabbai. we’ve been in it, and to do it by a stinking point,” said Maple Valley head coach Brian Lincoln. That one point could have been decided in so many places. Ingle also won the 300-meter intermediate hurdles, with a time of 41.49 seconds, placed second in the 110-meter high hurdles in 16.22, and third in the long jump at 19-2.5. He’s only been competing in the long jump for two weeks. He pointed out that guys like Phoenix Pease and Adam May stepping up made it possible for him to move from a relay into the long jump. Grimes could think of dozens of places where the point came from as well. Brandon Humphreys earned a third place finish in the high jump, clearing 5-8, the first time he ever competed in the event. Jon Kelley pushed himself in the slow heat of the 300-meter hurdles into the final scoring place (fifth), with a time of 44.40. Austin Ketola raced past Maple Valley’s Cody Leinhart on the final stretch in the 1600-meter run to beat him by just over half a second for fifth in that event. Maple Valley actually won twice as many events as the Lions on the night, taking six firsts. “That is a great Maple Valley team, as we expected,” said Grimes. “Their sprinters, boy that’s quite a group of sprinters they have there. I’d like to congratulate them on a great meet. Every single point.” The Lions’ Jimmy Brown was a perfect 40, and hasn’t been beaten this year in the league in the 100-meter dash, the 200-meter dash, or in either the 400-meter relay or 800meter relay. He took the 100 in 11.09 and the 200 in 22.59, with teammate Garrett Reid placing second in both races. That pair teamed with Pool and Zank to win the 400meter relay in 44.84, and Brown, Josh Hall, Zank, and Zac Eddy won the 800-meter relay in 1 minute 32.91 seconds. “I actually had them winning by ten points when I figured it out, so we did a nice job tonight. They’ve got just a ton more depth,” Lincoln said of Delton. The Panthers’ only other win came in the discus, where Dakota Goyings threw 116-4. His teammate Janson Fluty was second at 113-9. Both the Lions and Panthers did well in the field. Reid won the long jump at 20-.75, and the Panthers had Tyler Bourdo place second at 19-11.75 and Jordan Bourdo fifth at 18-1.5 along with Ingle’s third-place finish. Maple Valley’s Josh Burd won the high jump at 5-10, and his teammate Zank was fourth at 5-6. Delton’s Jake Homister joined teammate Humphreys in scoring in that event, Serving southern Barry County since 1988 77545975 Visit our website at: www.lifecareems.org The Panthers’ Jordan Bourdo races out ahead of Maple Valley’s Garrett Reid in the 1600-meter relay Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Delton Kellogg’s Dakota Goyings lets loose with a throw in the shot put during Tuesday's KVA Jamboree. (Photo by Brett Bremer) in 27.00, and the 100-meter hurdles in 16.42. Polley added a win in the 300-meter low hurdles with a time of 48.96. Maple Valley’s Elizabeth Stewart and Jessica Rushford both won three times. Stewart led a Lion sweep of the top three places in the 100-meter dash with her time of 13.11, and took the 400 in 1:00.65 and the long jump at 15-10.25. She also placed second to Searles in the 200. Rushford won the 1600 in 5:43.68, the 3200 in 12:31.34, and teamed with Megan Shoemaker, Kaytlin Furlong, and Lauren Trumble to win the 3200-meter relay in 10:57.49. The Lions’ took the top spots in each of the throws, with Tiffany Ryan winning the discus at 98-1 and Nicole Porter winning the shot put at 29-8. Drum was the other winner for Delton, taking the 800 in 2:35.52. Constantine will host the KVA championship meet Wednesday. The Lions still have some work to do though, with a make-up dual at Pennfield Monday afternoon. Over $10,000 raised by Scots and Trojans by Brett Bremer Sports Editor After months of working together, Thornapple Kellogg’s and Caledonia’s varsity girls’ soccer teams competed on the field Wednesday. Caledonia improved to 6-1 in the O-K Gold Conference with a 7-0 victory over the visiting Trojans in Ralph E. Meyers Stadium in Caledonia during the Pink Out game to raise money for the Van Andel Institute’s “Communities for a Cure.” Even before the event was finished the two teams and their communities had raised over $10,000 for cancer research here in West Michigan. “In this economy to have over $10,00 before we even kicked off, that’s just a tribute to Caledonia and Middleville and the surrounding area,” said Caledonia head coach Steve Sanxter. The Fighting Scots wore white and pink jerseys, the teams played with pink soccer balls, the field was lined in pink, and the goals were wrapped in pink streamers. One of the events main organizers, David Nemmers, joined Dave Van Andel from the Van Andel Institute as he gave a speech to the crowd of pink and purple clad fans during Thornapple Kellogg defender Demi Scott fights to try and get in front of the Fighting Scots’ Amanda Van Laar during the first half of Thursday’s contest at Ralph E. Meyers Stadium in Caledonia. (Photo by Brett Bremer) EMS Week: May 16-22, 2010 LifeCare Ambulance Service is proud to acknowledge the dedication and professionalism of the many men and women who provide our community with quality ambulance service. We ask you to join us as we honor our Paramedics, Emergency Medical Technicians, Medical First Responders, Emergency Medical Dispatchers, and support staff ready to respond 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to your medical care and transportation needs. placing second by also clearing 5-8. Hackett was third in the boys’ standings with 81 points, followed by Parchment 40, and Constantine 29. Maple Valley topped Delton for the day’s girls’ title, 140 to 101. Constantine was a distant third with 53 points, followed by Parchment 52 and Hackett Catholic Central 3. There were only two events, the pole vault and high jump, which a Lion or a Panther didn’t win. The Lions won eight events, and the Panthers seven. Delton’s Katie Searles and Andrea Polley both were four-time champs. They teamed up to help Delton with three of the four relays. They were joined by Hannah Williams, and Amanda Mikolajczyk in winning the 400meter relay in 53.59 and the 800-meter relay in 1:52.75. Polley, Williams, Kelsey Sophia, and Jolene Drum won the 1600-meter relay in 4:22.46. Searles also won the 200-meter dash Thornapple Kellogg’s Nicole Humphrey (right) turns away from Caledonia’s Hailey Yondo with the ball during the first half Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) half-time. Nemmers’ daughter Rachel, a Caledonia graduate, was diagnosed with NonHodgkin’s lymphoma a year ago, at the age of 20, and has since battled her cancer in to remission. “Years of cancer research went into her treatment,” said Nemmers in a letter to the Sun and News. “Every child should have the opportunity to beat cancer, but it takes research and dollars to make that happen.” The Scots played like they were earning dollars for each shot they fired on net. Even with a dominant first half performance, the Scots led just 2-0 at the half. Caledonia got a goal from Corrie Good, who handled a long pass from Bridgette Smith and beat a defender, to get the open the scoring with 25:04 left in the opening half. The Scots didn’t add their second goal until Amanda Van Laar snuck a shot past TK keeper Kiley Buursma. Buursma played a big part in keeping the game as close as it was in the first half, and keeping the Scots from ending the game early in the second half. She made 22 saves, many of them great ones. “I thought we played well, and I thought Middleville was just tenacious,” Sanxter said. “They stuck with us and gave us fits.” The Scots also had a number of shots that flew just wide of the net, but in the second half found their scoring touch. VanLaar scored her second goal, just over seven minutes into the second half off a ball from Kendra Stauffer. Just 14 minutes later, the Scots got a pair of goals within a minute of each other. Hailey Yondo finished a pass from Good, then Holly Orlowski headed in a centering pass from Smith. Sam Maher added a goal with 15:01 to play, and the Scots closed out the scoring with Quinn Huver scoring on a penalty kick with 1:17 left. The Scots are now 12-2 overall, and were scheduled to host Fruitport for a non-conference contest last night. The O-K Gold Conference Tournament starts Tuesday. This were much closer on the field Monday as the Scots scored a 2-1 league win over Grand Rapids Catholic Central. The Scots broke a 1-1 tie in the second half with Maher winning a ball and making a nice pass to Stauffer who finished off the play with the only goal of the second half. Van Laar assisted on Yondo’s first-half goal which put the Scots up 1-0 in the opening half, before the Cougars tied it. Huver and Nicole Chase were strong on defense for the Scots, and Corrie Good. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — Page 19 Hastings boys and TK girls defend their Gold titles Saxon senior Katie Ponsetto rounds the final corner in the 400-meter dash Saturday at Houseman Field during the O-K Gold Conference Meet. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Saxons talked about depth all season long, and they had to prove it Saturday. Sprinter Josh Coenen was injured in the preliminary heats of the 100-meter dash Saturday at the O-K Gold Conference Meet at Houseman Field in Grand Rapids. Not only would the Saxons have to make up his points in that race, but they had to find replacements for him in the 400-meter relay and the 800meter relay. “We just lost a few points in the 100, because he wasn’t there,” said Saxon head coach Paul Fulmer. Hastings met its seeding in the two sprint relays with Tom Davis stepping in for Coenen in the 800-meter relay, which the Saxons won in 1 minute 32.60 seconds, and Matt Schilds taking his spot in the 800-meter relay where the Saxons were fourth in 46.13 seconds. Those finishes helped Hastings earn its second straight O-K Gold Conference championship Saturday, besting second-place Forest Hills Eastern 127 to 112. Thornapple Kellogg’s girls also defended their league crown from a season ago, topping secondplace Forest Hills Eastern 153 to 138. The only individual champion of the day for the Saxon boys was Pat Loew, who won the 400-meter dash in 50.23. “I guess that shows your depth, when you can only win two events,” said Fulmer. “I think we scored in every event but the two mile, and Troy Dailey was dead in that one.” Dailey was worn out after a third-place finish in the 800-meter dash behind champion Matt Williamson (2:01.96) of Thornapple Kellogg and runner-up Garrett Cullen of Forest Hills Eastern, and a runner-up finish in the 1600-meter run behind Forest Hills The Saxons’ Gordon Conley (left) chases after Grand Rapids Catholic Central’s Michael Prins in the 300-meter intermediate hurdles Saturday at the O-K Gold Conference Meet. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hastings’ varsity boys’ track and field team celebrates its second consecutive O-K Gold Conference Championship at Houseman Field in Grand Rapids on Saturday afternoon. The Saxons defeated second-place Forest Hills Eastern by 15 points. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Eastern’s Spencer Ferris (4:25.97). “It was crazy, probably the best race of my life,” Dailey said of the 1600, in which he finished in 4:26.74. “I was just staying back in the leader group and waiting to make my move. Then I saw the right opening, and I took it.” That was eight seconds faster than his old personal record (PR). Gordon Conley also had a couple fine showings for the Saxons, finishing second to Catholic Central’s Michael Prins in both the hurdle races. Prins edged him 40.53 to 42.08 in the 300-meter intermediate hurdles and bested him 15.23 to 15.43 in the 110-meter high hurdles. Despite not winning a field event, the Saxons were strong there as well. In the pole vault, all three Saxons scored. Jacob Comer was second at 12 feet, Joey Siska fourth at 120, and Brad Gagnon fifth at 11-6. Caledonia’s Tyler Patterson won the event by clearing 126, and Thornapple Kellogg’s Matt Raymond was third at 12-0. In the discus, the Saxons’ Brandon Bower was third with a mark of 143-2, and he also placed second in the shot put with a mark of 46-3. Teammate Clint Brill was third in the shot put at 43-6. Jon Gieseler scored in both jumps for Hastings, placing second in the high jump by clearing 6-2 and third in the long jump at 1811.25. Dewey Slaughter was another Saxon scorer in the high jump, placing fourth at 6-0. Catholic Central’s Bronson Hill matched teammate Prins in winning two individual events. Hill won the 100-meter dash in 10.91 and the 200 in 22.23. Caledonia was third in the team standings with 98 points, followed by Catholic Central 86, South Christian 48, Thornapple Kellogg 35, Ottawa Hills 14, and Wayland 7. After Williamson’s win in the 800, the next best finish for the Trojan boys came in the long jump where Greg Hamilton was second with a mark of 19-.25. The Trojan girls had five wins on the day, with two each for Allyson Winchester and Hana Hunt. They both just missed a school record. Winchester won the 1600-meter run in 5:05.47, seven hundredths off the record held by her older sister Rebecca in that race. Hunt won the high jump at 5-4, just three quarters of an inch shy of the school mark. “I knew it was going to be a war,” Hunt said of the high jump competition. “I’ve always competed with (South Christian’s) Kelly Heidmann, ‘case she is really good. I decided one of these times I wanted to beat her. It was kind of my goal.” Heidmann was part of a tie for second place, also clearing 5-4. She did win the 100meter hurdles in 15.67 though, and the 300meter hurdles in 47.99. Winchester also won the 3200-meter run in 11:27.38, and Hunt teamed with Stephanie Ryfiak, Cassie Holwerda, and Danielle Fredenburg to win the 1600-meter relay in 4:09.44. The other winner on the day for TK was Brittany London, who cleared 10-0 in the pole vault. Her teammate Kelsey Webster was third in the event at 9-6. “This senior class will leave as, they have been more successful for track and field than any other class that has come through,” said Thornapple Kellogg head coach Tammy Benjamin. “Two conference championships in a row, and two regional championships hopefully next week will be good for us there too.” That senior group includes Fredenburg, Webster, Lara Dahlke who was fourth in the long jump, Rachel Young who was third in the 200-meter dash, and Stephanie Betcher who was a part of runner-up finishes in both the 400-meter relay and the 800-meter relays along with a few of those other seniors. "There’s only one senior who had a big impact as a freshman. They’ve all gotten a little better each year,” Benjamin said. “They’ve been willing to work. Every senior that’s been in track for four years scored points for us today. That’s amazing, plus they have a 3.9 cumulative GPA.” Underclassmen Winchester, Kimi Johnson, Casey Lawson, and Jordan Bronkema made up the 3200-meter relay team, which finished second as well. Forest Hills Eastern won two of the four relays, and Hastings took its lone victory of the day in the other, with its team of Jessica Czinder, Brittany Morgan, Gabby Eaton, and Jessica finishing the 400-meter event in 51.64. Saxon foursomes were third in the 800meter relay and second in the 1600-meter relay. The top individual performances for the Hastings’ girls came in the hurdles, where Saxons were second to Heidmann in each event. Morgan finished the 100-meter hurdles in 16.17, and Nichole Redman the 300-meter low hurdles in 49.09. Katie Ponsetto, Taylor Carter, Eaton and Redman teamed up to finish second behind the TK team in the 1600-meter relay with a time of 4:16.69, and Hastings got a third place finish from its 800-meter relay team of Redman, Lee, Eaton, and Czinder which finished in 1:49.95. Forest Hills Eastern’s Arielle Byl and Caledonia’s Rachel La Voie were both twotime winners as well. La Voie took the discus with a mark of 112-7 and the shot put at 33-7. Byl won the 100-meter dash in 12.70 and the 200 in 26.65. Behind the top two teams in the girls’ standings South Christian finished with 88 points, Hastings 55, Caledonia 48, Catholic Central 19, Wayland 18, and Ottawa Hills 8. TK helped by poor Saxon D in sweep of O-K Gold series for out number two, and was inches from stranding Enslen on third. Saxon catcher Micah Huver couldn’t handle the third strike to TK’s Dylan VanPutten, and then his throw down to first to try and get the out hit VanPutten in the back and Enslen came home. “Good teams force you to make plays like that,” said Hastings head coach Marsh Evans. “You have to come through in those pressure situations, and obviously we didn’t today.” The Saxons had four errors in the game, and they all seemed to come at the worst moments. Marquis Gill reached base for the Trojans on an error in the first, moved to second on a pass ball, then scored on an RBI single from Enslen. In the seventh, Gill would add a two-run single after a double by Tyler Karcher and a single off the bat of Thomas Tabor. Gill later scored on a second RBI single from Enslen. A double by Huver and a single from Matt Feldpausch were the only two Saxon hits. Thornapple Kellogg junior Hana Hunt and coach Tammy Benjamin bring the OK Gold Conference championship trophy over to celebrate with their team at Houseman Field Saturday in Grand Rapids. (Photo by Brett Bremer) SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org THURSDAY, MAY 20 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 5:00 pm 6:15 pm 6:15 pm 6:45 pm Boys Girls Boys Boys Girls Girls Boys Girls Fresh. Varsity Varsity JV JV Varsity Fresh. Varsity Baseball Softball Baseball Baseball Soccer Softball Baseball Soccer Pennfield HS DH Game 1 TKHS DH Game 1 S. Christian HS S. Christian HS OK Gold @ S. Christian TKHS DH Game 2 Pennfield HS DH Game 2 OK Gold @ S. Christian A A A H A A A A Tennis Track Track Golf Track Track Baseball Baseball Regionals Regional Meet Regional Meet Saxon Invite Ionia MS Invite Ionia MS Invite GRCC DH Game 1 GRCC DH Game 2 A A A H A A H H Softball Softball Soccer Softball Baseball Softball Softball Soccer GRCC DH Game 1 H GRCC DH Game 1 H OK Conf. 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Tourney WUHS DH Game 1 OHHS OHHS WUHS DH Game 2 A A H H A H Districts A TUESDAY, MAY 25 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:15 pm 6:15 pm Girls Girls Boys Boys Girls Girls Boys Boys Varsity JV Varsity JV JV Varsity JV Varsity WEDNESDAY, MAY 26 TBA TBA 4:00 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 6:00 pm Girls Girls Girls Boys Boys Girls Varsity JV Fresh. Varsity JV Fresh. Soccer Soccer Softball Baseball Baseball Softball THURSDAY, MAY 27 TBA Boys Varsity Golf 7:00 pm Honors Night Thanks to This Week’s Sponsor: Hastings Orthopedic Clinic, P.C. “Quality Care with Compassion” 840 Cook Rd. Hastings, MI 49058 Phone: 269-945-9520 Toll Free: 800-596-1005 Contact us on the web @ www.hoc-mi.com 77545901 by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Defense means even more in a pitchers’ duel. Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity baseball team finished off its sweep of the Saxons in Hastings Friday, scoring a 5-0 victory and handing Hastings’ ace Riley McLean his first loss of the season. The visiting Trojans scored unearned runs in the first and the sixth, then tacked on three runs in the seventh to ice the contest. Jacob McCarty earned the win for the Trojans, walking two and allowing two hits in his five innings of work. Tyler Karcher earned the save, shutting down the Saxons in the sixth and seventh despite issuing two walks. Hastings had only the six base runners all game long, and half of them ended up as a part of a double play turned by the Trojan defense. “We played about as well defensively as we’ve played all year,” said TK head coach Tim Penfield. “Going in we knew we had to play well defensively. They have a great pitcher. Riley McLean is a great pitcher. We all needed to do our part and our guys did a great job today.” TK first baseman Dylan VanPutten snagged a line drive headed his way, and stepped on the bag at first to double off a Saxon runner for the final out of the ball game. Robby Enslen made a few nice plays at short stop for the Trojans, and center fielder Jacob Bultema had a couple fine plays in the outfield including a good running catch in the bottom of the fourth in deep right center. McLean struck out eight and scattered seven Trojan hits, but even he didn’t help his cause. With the Trojans up 1-0 in the top of the sixth, McLean gave up a one-out single to Enslen. Enslen went to second on a pick-off throw to first which got away, then moved to third on wild pitch. McLean got a ground out �Page 20 — Thursday, May 20, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Sailors only manage 4 hits in 2 losses to Saxons Hastings scored its ninth and tenth wins of the O-K Gold Conference season Tuesday, sweeping its league double header with South Christian in Hastings. The Saxons got two-hit pitching perform- ances from Eric Pettengill and Matt Feldpausch in the wins. “Today was another in a string of great pitching performances,” said Saxon head coach Marsh Evans. “Eric and Matt were out- The Saxons’ Riley McLean takes a cut with a wooden bat against Comstock Park Saturday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) standing, both throwing two-hitters. And except for the one inning where we mis-handled a couple of chances, they were in complete command the entire game. They, and our other pitchers have really made great strides over the last couple of years and their hard work is paying off. They have worked closely with Jack Hobert, and Jack has done a great job getting these kids to be complete pitchers.” It didn’t hurt that the Saxons hit well and in crucial moments Tuesday too. They took the opener 5-0 behind Pettengill’s performance. Riley McLean gave Pettengill an early cushion, blasting a two-run home run into a gusting wind in the bottom of the first inning. Those were the only runs the Saxons would need as Pettengill improved to 4-3 on the season, allowing just two hits while striking out five. Hastings added two runs in the bottom of the third, with a two-run double off the bat of McLean which was preceded by singles from Mitchell Brisboe, Pettengill, and a sacrifice bunt off the bat of Dylan Downs. The Saxons finished the scoring in the home half of the fifth, and Feldpausch did much of the work himself, knocking a single, stealing second, and moving to third on a wild pitch, before coming home on a sacrifice fly Saxon head coach Marsh Evans shows off Dann Howitt’s World Series Championship ring, which Howitt won with the Oakland A’s in 1989, to his team in the dug out Saturday afternoon. (Photo by Perry Hardin) by Tim Hanlon. Hastings took game two 7-2, with Feldpausch improving to 3-2 by striking out five and not allowing an earned run. Hastings scored in the opening inning again, but South responded with two unearned runs in the fourth to take a 2-1 lead. The Saxons put together a string of clutch hits and put six runs on the board to seal the win in the bottom of the fifth. The Saxons had runners on the corners when a squeeze bunt backfired, and turned into an out at the plate. Back to back singles by Eric Kendall and Dylan Downs then loaded the bases, and Pettengill delivered a two-run base hit to put Hastings up 3-2. McLean went on to add a two-out two-run triple. Nick Wallace singled McLean in. Feldpausch then capped the Saxon scoring in the inning with an RBI triple. Zack Passmore was the only Saxon to finish with two hits, a pair of singles including one which helped start the fifth inning rally. The Saxons close their set with South Former Major League Baseball player and Hastings graduate Dann Howitt acknowledges the crowd during a ceremony honoring him between games of the Annual Hastings Wooden Bat Tournament Saturday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Christian at the home of the Sailors this afternoon, then will head to East Kentwood Saturday. Last Saturday, the Saxons hosted their annual Wooden Bat Tournament and all three teams were 1-1 on the day. Battle Creek Lakeview scored a 7-5 ten-inning win over the Saxons in the opener, then Lakeview suffered a 2-0 loss to Comstock Park. The Saxons then topped Comstock Park 2-0 to close out the day of baseball which also included a ceremony honoring Hastings graduate and former Major Leaguer Dann Howitt. Comstock Park did earn the day’s title though, having allowed the fewest runs in its two games. “The wooden bats bring the game back to its roots and that last inning was a great example, a lead off single, a stolen base , a sacrifice bunt to third, then a sacrifice fly ball, its an entirely different game with wooden bats,” said Hastings head coach Marsh Evans. “The little things like moving runners up with a bunt, and good base-running really make a difference.” That run-scoring rally Evans mentioned added an insurance run for the Saxons in the top of the sixth inning against Comstock Park. Downs led off with a bunt single, stole second, was sacrificed to third by Pettengill, and scored on a sacrifice fly by McLean. The only other run of the game came in the top of the first. Pettengill singled, and came home on a triple by Nick Wallace. Wallace had a double and a triple in the ball game Lakeview scored once in the top of the seventh to tie the game at five, then scored twice in the top of the tenth to win the day’s first game 7-5. “Even though we were disappointed with the outcome with Lakeview, our kids showed a lot of character and grit in that game and it really came down to a pitch here or there making the difference,” Evans said. The Saxons trailed 3-1 and 4-2 before battling back to take a 5-4 lead after six innings. Hanlon ripped a three-run double in the bottom of the sixth after Feldpausch, Mitchell Brisboe, and Kevin Maurer reached to start the inning. The Saxons totaled nine hits in the game, with Wallace adding a single, a double, and an RBI, Maurer a double, and Downs, McLean, Huver, Feldpausch, and Brisboe a single each. Passmore started on the mound for Hastings and pitched into the seventh before giving way to Feldpausch. Passmore would scatter six hits, walk three, and strike out three. Michael Eastman (0-2) would come on to pitch the tenth. Pennfield gets OT win over Delton girls in KVA tourney For the second time this season the Panthers and the Panthers needed overtime to come to a decision, only this time the other Panthers won. Pennfield topped Delton Kellogg 2-1 in the opening round of the Kalamazoo Valley Association Tournament in Delton Monday evening. Alea Kleptseen scored less than a minute into the second overtime session, off an assist from Elizabeth Jarrard, to give Pennfield the win and a spot in the tournament semifinals HHS alumni baseball game set for May 31 The 34th annual Saxon Alumni Baseball game has been set for Memorial Day, Monday May 31, at 1 p.m. at Hastings High School’s Johnson Field. All Saxon varsity baseball graduates are invited to come and play in the game. Warmup will begin at 11:30 a.m., with batting practice starting at 11:45. Former Hastings coach Bernie Oom said, “come out and have some fun and renew some old memories. If you don’t feel you can play, come and coach base or just say ‘hi.’ Bring your families.” The odd graduating years will face the evens again. last night against Kalamazoo Christian. It was the second goal of the game for Kleptseen, who also scored less than ten minutes into the game to give her green and gold Panthers a 1-0 advantage. Brianna Russell knotted the score for Delton with a goal off an assist from Jaime Risner with 12:39 left to play in regulation. Katelynn Grizzle made 18 saves in net for Delton, while Taylor Pickett stopped 12 Delton shots at the other end for Pennfield. Delton Kellogg was slated to host Maple Valley in a consolation round match last night. The finals of the conference tournament will be played on Friday. Delton is now 8-4-1 overall this season. The Panthers scored a 3-1 win over non-conference foe Lakewood Friday night. Taylor Hennessey and Russell scored goals for the Panthers late in the first half, with Russell’s coming off a direct free kick from Cara Phelps. Lakewood pulled within a goal midway through the second half as Ashley Durham assisted teammate Shannon Morse. Delton then closed out the scoring in the final minute of play with Risner getting the goal after taking in a pass from teammate Taylor Peavey. The Panthers fired 30 shots at the Lakewood net. Viking keeper Shannon Bridget made 27 saves. Grizzle stopped 13 Lakewood shots. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-05-27.pdf d08f49acc58ca704d4fbc222e36e157b PDF Text Text City approves water sewer increase Sheriff concerned with advisory committee Saxons post back-toback 20-win seasons See Story on Page 2 See Editorial on Page 4 See Editorial on Page 15 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 21 NEWS BRIEFS DKHS to host patriotic concert The Delton Kellogg High School band will perform a concert of patriotic music at 7 p.m. Friday, May 28, at the high school. Retired and active military personnel are especially encouraged to attend. Campground to host blood drive BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 Proposed animal control advisory board ‘put down’ by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer The Barry County Board of Commissioners voted 6-2 against the adoption of a resolution to create an advisory board for Barry County Animal Control at its meeting Tuesday. The board had discussed the request last week when it met as a committee of the whole. Vice Chairman Craig Stolsonburg and commissioners Michael Bremer, Michael Callton, Howard “Hoot” Gibson, Joe Lyons and Don Nevins formed the majority, while Chairman Robert Houtman and Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick cast the dissenting votes. According to a proposed mission statement, the purpose of the advisory board would be to advise the county board and the animal control department in matters regarding improvement of animal control services to county citizens and improve quality of life for animals under the jurisdiction of the animal control department. A document provided by the commissioners listed the primary objectives of the proposed advisory board, illustrating that the board would be responsible for helping create volunteer opportunities within the department, increase revenue, decrease expenses and provide education to both the department and the community on topics relating to animals. “It’s meant to give advice to the board of commissioners as well as to the animal control department to better the quality of service to the community and to provide better quality of life for the animals,” said Houtman, describing his view of such a board. As previously reported, the impetus behind the most recent proposal was comments heard Roger Vilmont invites everyone in the area to join Whispering Waters Campground and Canoe Livery with Michigan Blood to give the gift of life at a blood drive from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 29. To sign up, call Vilmont at 269945-5166. Walk-ins also will be welcome. Any healthy person 17 or older who weighs at least 110 pounds is eligible to give blood every 56 days. Every person registering to donate at this drive will receive a free T-shirt. Also, Michigan Blood has partnered with the State of Michigan to launch a Pure Michigan Summer sweepstakes. For more information on Michigan Blood, visit www.miblood.org. Freeport alumni banquet planned for June 12 The Freeport alumni banquet will be held Saturday, June 12, at the Freeport Community Room. Social hour will be at 5, and the banquet will begin at 6 p.m. Prior to this, the Freeport Historical Society will host an open house in the former Masonic building from 3 to 5 p.m. Dinner is $13 per person and dues are $1 per family. Officers for this year are Bob King, president; Floyd Fisher, vice president; Darlene Vanderwood, secretary; and Roy King, treasurer. Any graduates or former students of Freeport School are welcome to attend, but reservations are required by Friday, June 5, by calling Vanderwood at 269-795-7193. by some commissioners from people who were interested in helping the animal control department be more successful. According to the defunct resolution, the board would have been comprised of seven members, including a representative of the animal control department, one commissioner, a citizen at large, an operator of a local kennel, an operator of a local rescue shelter, a representative of the Barry County Humane Society and an area veterinarian. While Nevins voted against the creation of the proposed advisory board, he explained that he would have supported its creation if it offered the opportunity for more involvement from citizens. “I’m all for the advisory committee,” he said. “I just think we need more citizens at large.” Operation of the animal control department is overseen by the sheriff’s department, and Sheriff Dar Leaf last week expressed disapproval of the proposed advisory board. Consequently, several commissioners explained that they had doubts as to how purposeful the board would be. “If there’s not buy-in from the sheriff’s department and the recommendations are non-binding, then I don’t understand why this would be effective,” said Callton. Houtman responded to concerns about suggestions from the proposed advisory board falling on deaf ears by explaining that people should be able to put their differences aside when opportunities for improvement become available. “The idea here is, in an enlightened society, we can all take advice to get better,” said Houtman. While he claimed that the proposed advisory committee would be comprised of volunteers and not produce any costs as a result, several attendees of the meeting expressed concern over the board’s cost to taxpayers. “It has become apparent that some members of the Barry County Board of Commissioners have too much time on their hands and are in the mood to spend taxpayer money,” said resident Barb Cichy. “... Why would residents of this county want to pay taxes on another special interest committee such as the animal shelter?” Fellow resident George Hubka echoed Cichy, referencing a statement made by Houtman about an attorney having been consulted about the proposed advisory board and ANIMAL CONTROL, continued on page ? Historical society to become auxiliary of Charlton Park 5K to raise funds for free clinic The inaugural Breaking Barriers 5K run/walk event to benefit the Barry Community Free Clinic will begin at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 5, at the Hastings Manufacturing parking area. Families and children are welcome. Funds raised will be used for general operating expenses” of the clinic, said Dr. David Parker, chairman of the free clinic board. Since the clinic’s opening in 2009, they have treated more than 1,200 medical and 200 dental patients. The route for the fundraiser travels along the Thornapple River and past the incubator before circling back to the start. Registration is $25 for individuals, $15 per person for groups of three or more. Register by going to www.active.com and search for “Breaking Barriers,” or arrive early to register on site. Registration on the day of the event is from 7:30 to 8 a.m. Registrants who sign up in advance will receive a T-shirt. On the day of the event, there is no guarantee that T-shirts will be available. Awards will be given after the race. PRICE 75¢ Thursday, May 27, 2010 Communities to observe Memorial Day throughout weekend Next Monday, people from around the county and across the country will participate in parades, services and other events in honor of those soldiers who have given the ultimate sacrifice for America. The Barry County Historical Society, which has supported Charlton Park for nearly a halfcentury, has decided to make its ties with the park even stronger. Meeting at the Upjohn House May 19, members voted to transform the society into “The Barry County Historical Society Auxiliary” of Charlton Park. The society was founded in 1964, under the presidency of Esther Walton, with support of the park among its major missions. “We have always been a booster of Charlton Park, both individually and as an organization,” said Brian Reynolds, president of the new auxiliary and former president of the historical society. “In a sense, we are returning to our roots, making a special commitment to carry on the park’s good work in any way we can.” One approach, he said, could be through one of Charlton’s Park’s educational programs, since education is the chief goal of the park. The auxiliary will meet Thursday, July 8, at 7 p.m. at 138 W. State St. to better define its future in the new role. The public is invited to attend. In its first act as an auxiliary, members voted to award Charlton Park nearly $700 through the Joyce Weinbrecht Scholarship Fund. The memorial fund, established in 2006 in honor of the former society president and long-time area historian, will be used to help provide an internship at the park for a deserving student. The auxiliary also announced that the printing bill for the book Barry County Veterans of the World War II Era has been paid in full and that copies are still available. The books, featuring stories and pictures of more than 1,700 county World War II veterans, may be purchased through the Barry County Veterans Affairs office, in the courthouse annex, or from an auxiliary member. Teachers, others rally against cuts to public education by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer For those passing by the Barry County Courthouse Monday afternoon, the message might have been clear: “Enough is enough.” On that day, approximately 50 area teachers, support staff of local schools and concerned citizens attended a rally at the location to demand better and more consistent funding of public education. The rally reportedly was one of about 40 similar events held concurrently across Michigan and facilitated by the Michigan Education Association. “School employees have already taken concessions that have saved the state over a billion dollars in the past three years,” – Larry Etter, Delton Kellogg teacher Attendees of the rally gather near the courthouse. Addressing attendees of the rally and paying homage to the signs reading “Enough is Enough” that many of them were carrying, Larry Etter, a teacher at Delton Kellogg Schools and coordinator of the event, spoke into a loudspeaker, declaring, “In one voice, we’re saying, ‘Enough is enough,’ today.” According to summaries provided at the rally, the event and others like it were intended to highlight a number of concerns, including the negative effect recent reductions to funding for public education have had on class sizes; availability of enrichment classes, field trips and athletic programs; and job security. “The constant attacks on school employees only provide short-term, Band-Aid fixes to our constant budget chaos,” the summaries read. Etter, who also serves as president of the Delton Kellogg Education Association, the union representing teachers of the school system, explained that teachers and other public education workers have done their part to save money for schools. “School employees have already taken concessions that have saved the state over a billion dollars in the past three years,” he said. A rally to communicate the same concerns demonstrated in Hastings earlier this week is scheduled to take place June 24 at the state capitol. More than 10,000 people are expected to be in attendance. When asked what he hoped would come from the rally, Etter responded, saying, “We’re trying to show that public education is the fundamental of everything that we do. Whether you’re a legislator or small-business owner, stay-at-home mom, or dad, it’s all about education.” Larry Etter addresses attendees of the rally. �Page 2 — Thursday, May 27, 2010 — The Hastings Banner MDOT to lift most traffic restrictions for holiday weekend To help make holiday travel easier, the Michigan Department of Transportation will lift traffic restrictions on 121 of 183 projects statewide during the Memorial Day weekend. Beginning at 3 p.m. Friday, May 28, and continuing until 6 a.m. on Tuesday, June 1, MDOT will suspend road work wherever possible in anticipation of the estimated 1.1 million motorists who will travel Michigan roads for the holiday weekend, according to AAA Michigan. “The Memorial Day holiday marks the beginning of the busy summer travel season in Michigan,” said State Transportation Director Kirk T. Steudle. “Let’s make sure it’s also our safest travel season yet. Please buckle up, put the cell phone down, and pay extra attention whenever you travel through construction zones.” As in recent years, highway construction zone speed limits with “Where Workers Present 45” signs require motorists to reduce their speed to 45 mph, accordingly. Motorists can maintain the posted speed limit, except when in the vicinity of workers. This change helped reduce the number of work zone crashes, injuries and fatalities last year, while improving traffic flow in those areas. While construction zones may be closed for the weekend, motorists can expect to see safety belt enforcement zones in full swing across the state. Motorists are advised to buckle up to avoid tickets, and possibly save lives. For up-to-date information on MDOT projects, go to the list of statewide lane closures at www.michigan.gov/drive. Follow MDOT at www.twitter.com/MichiganDOT or visit the “Michigan Department of Transportation” page on Facebook. ANIMAL CONTROL, continued from page 1 the costs involved in advertising for positions on the board. “It’s already costing us,” he said. “Get off the subject and get on to something more germane to the citizens of Barry County.” Some commissioners and attendees also expressed concern about the proposed advisory board creating additional government, however, VanNortwick claimed that the board would actually lessen the role of government. “I don’t see this as another tier of government, when you’re asking qualified citizens ... to come forward and be a part of an advisory board,” he said. “I don’t see that as being bigger government. I see that as government coming back to the people, quite honestly.” Another issue discussed during the meeting was the relationship that would exist between the proposed advisory board and Leaf. Like some others, Gibson explained that he would not like to see the board act as an intermediary between the sheriff and citizens. “I’ve been a commissioner going on six years; I’ve never received one animal complaint, and if I did, I’d direct it to animal control,” Gibson said. Responding to concerns about the proposed advisory board usurping Leaf’s author- ity over the animal control department, Houtman reiterated that the committee would be purely advisory in nature. “There is no attempt to remove animal control from the sheriff,” he said. Providing his perspective of a working advisory board assisting an animal control department, Aaron Winters, executive director of the Kalamazoo Humane Society, addressed the commissioners, explaining that he serves on a board that advises Kalamazoo County Animal Services and Enforcement and is pleased with the results that have come from the board and the department working together. “We’ve had an excellent relationship with them,” he said. Prior to adjourning, a motion was passed to further discuss the creation of an advisory committee to assist Barry County Animal Control at a committee-of-the-whole meeting scheduled for July 6. The board also took the following actions: • Approved grant applications to fund programs associated with the county’s circuit court and the county’s adult drug court. • Adopted a resolution to proclaim May 2010 “Older Americans Month.” Rutland Charter Township to add second precinct by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At the May meeting of the Rutland Charter Township Board, Clerk Robin Hawthorne notified the board that the municipality’s election commission would be voting after the meeting on a resolution to divide the township into two election precincts, one housing approximately 1,525 registered voters and another comprised of about 1,370 registered voters. Hawthorne said in an interview earlier this week that the resolution had been adopted. As previously reported, the township would be required to have two election precincts if the number of registered voters living in the area reached 2,999. North of M-37 Highway, Airport Road and West State Road is where Precinct 1 is located, while Precinct 2 is located south of those routes. Residents of both precincts are to continue to vote at Rutland Charter Township Hall. After the meeting, Hawthorne explained that, because the number of registered voters living in the township has grown consistently for some time, the creation of the two election precincts was not delayed until next year, since law prevents the splitting of election precincts during years when elections for federal officials are held. In other election-related business, the board adopted a resolution to establish a receiving board for the township’s election precincts. “This is a new thing being pushed by the state,” said Hawthorne, explaining why the township required the services of a receiving board. According to Michigan election law, “receiving boards are responsible for ensuring that all ballot containers delivered to the clerk’s office after the polls close are properly sealed; all seal numbers are properly recorded; and that the number of names entered in the poll book balances with the number of ballots counted in the precinct as shown on the statement of returns.” Hawthorne said after the meeting that the receiving board is comprised of Ruth Murrah, Kris Slagel, John Warren and Jill Wyant. The clerk went on to explain that, because of their history of working on elections for the township, she made a recommendation to the election commission to appoint the four area residents to the receiving board, and they were ultimately appointed by the commission. In other business, the board also passed a motion to transfer nearly $2,150 in funds from an account for weed control services at Podunk Lake to the township’s general fund. Earlier this year, the board voted to not support a petition requesting that the township facilitate the provision of weed control services at the lake, and Treasurer Sandy Greenfield explained that the transferred funds would be used to help offset the more than $5,200 spent on behalf of the township for, among other related initiatives, planning of the special assessment district that would have funded those services. She added that the transferred funds were what remained of money for a program that previously controlled weeds at the lake. Also discussed during the meeting was the relationship between the township and the City of Hastings. The prospect of the City of Hastings providing urban services, such as sewer, to areas of the township has been discussed at previous meetings of the board, and Supervisor Jim Carr announced at the meeting this month that Gerald Fisher, an attorney and a consultant from the east side of the state, will be helping the two municipalities work together and come to an agreement regarding such services. “He comes with a very, very good resume and background for helping communities work through issues like water, sewer and infrastructure issues and get along,” he said. The board also took the following actions: • Passed a motion in support of changing the name of the Hastings Area Joint Planning Committee to the Hastings Area Joint Planning Alliance. • Delivered the second reading of an ordinance to change the zoning designations of properties at 2012 and 2082 Heath Road from RE to R-1, which supports single-family use. Hastings City Council approves water and sewer rate increases Residents in the city of Hastings will see an increase in their sewer and water bills starting July 1. Monday evening, Hastings City Council, with Mayor Bob May and Council Member Frank Campbell absent, unanimously approved a resolution increasing sewer and water fees by 3 percent. The council also unanimously approved a resolution setting fees for services also effective July 1. Water charges increased from $1.19 per 100 cubic feet to $1.23 per 100 cubic feet. The new minimum monthly water fees, based in the size of the meter, are as follows: $5.43 for five-eighths and three-quarter inches; $13.57 for 1 and 1 1/4 inches; $27.10 for 1 1/2 inches; $43,37 for two inches; $83.21 for three inches; $135.54 for four inches; $271.05 for six inches; and $592.84 for eight inches. The new construction costs for water main are as follows: $1.360 for five-eighths inch; $1,395 for three-quarter inch; $1,445 for one inch; $1,770 for 1 1/2 inch; $2,260 for two inch. Sewer rates increased from $2.51 to $2.58 per 100 cubic feet of water used. The new minimum monthly sewer fees, based on the size of the main are as follows: $10.92 for five-eighths to three-quarter inches; $27.33 for one to 1 1/4 inches; $54.63 for 1 1/2 inches; $87.43 for two inches; $174.86 for three inches; $273.21 for four inches; $546.44 for six inches; and $1,200.22 for eight inches. New construction costs for a four-inch main on a paved street is set at $1,340 and $620 for a gravel street. Six-inch main is $1,545. The fees for services were increased to cover the cost of providing the services and include a complete copy of the city code through Supplement 13, $675.57 up from $653.47; a copy of City Code Supplement 13, $64.92 up from $62.49; Zoning Ordinance Supplement 13, $2.43; combined zoning ordinance/map $74.92 up from $70.92; noxious weed and vegetation control, $140 up from $135; bacterial water sampling $120 up from $100; site plan review, and special use permits $340 each up from $330; residential rezoning request, $260 up from $255; commercial rezoning request $340 up from $330; administrative site plan review and outside sales site plan review $185 each up from $180; sketch plat $260 up from $255; preliminary plat $420 up from $410; final plat $580 up from $560; vacating public right of way $260 up from $255. Basic application fee for planned unit development (PUD) $340 up from $330; PUD escrow for direct costs $1,050 up from $1020; zoning board of appeals (ZBA) residential variance request $160 up from $155; commercial ZBA variance request $315 up from $305. In other business, the council: • Held a second reading and adopted an ordinance eliminating the prohibition of serving alcohol at sidewalk cafes in downtown Hastings. After some discussion, the motion was passed with Council Trustees Don Bowers and Brenda McNabb-Stange casting the dissenting votes. Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield noted that the resolution simply removes the prohibition against serving alcohol in sidewalk cafes. Restaurant owners who wish to serve alcohol in a sidewalk cafe still need to apply for a permit, good from April to October, from the City of Hastings each year. Mansfield added that the council also will have the opportunity to develop policies regulating the sale and consumption of alcohol in public outdoor settings. • Held a public hearing to receive comment and make a determination on the necessity of improvements in the downtown parking special assessment district for 2010. There were no comments from the public, and the council adopted a resolution establishing need for improvements and the special assessment district. In related action, the council set a public hearing during its next regular meeting set for 7 p.m. Monday, June 14, to solicit comment regarding the certified roll for the assessment district. • Heard from Michael Bremer, a candidate for the 87th District Seat of the House of Representatives. • Approved a request from Lois Ozuna, director of My Alpha Place, to hold its annual fundraiser walk from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 12. The walk will begin and end at My Alpha Place, located at 838 W. Green St. • Presented Judy Kensington with a proclamation for her long-time volunteer work at Hastings Public Library, organizing crews of volunteer shelvers, assisting in the training of volunteers, helping staff with finding things for patrons; and serving as the treasurer for the Friends of the Hastings Public Library. • Approved a request from the Lawrence J. Bauer American Legion Post 45 to hold its annual Memorial Day Parade, Monday, May 31. The parade will line up at the corner of Boltwood and East State streets at 9:30 a.m. and will step off at 10:30 a.m. The council also approved a resolution, required by the Michigan Department of Transportation to close down M-43 from West State Street to West State Road during the parade. • Approved a request from Hastings Fire Chief Roger Caris to donate the Fire Department’s old turn-out gear and miscellaneous fire equipment to fire departments in Guatemala. The equipment is old and does not meet the current safety standards in the United States. However, according to Caris the equipment is suitable for use in Guatemala since it would be, “a great improvement” over the equipment used by many fire departments in that country. The transfer of the equipment also includes a release of liability. • Approved a request from Diane Hawkins on behalf of the Friends of Hastings Public Library to hold their annual duck race fundraiser at Tyden Park from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28. • Appointed Council Trustee Dave Jasperse and Mansfield to joint planning alliance working to develop an intergovernmental service agreement. • Awarded a contract extension for custodial and maintenance services for Hastings City Hall and its grounds to Hallifax Services in the amount of $500 per week for the fiscal years of 2010 through 2013 as recommended by Tim Girrbach, director of the department of public services. • Awarded a bid not to exceed $8,600 to Ikon Office Solutions for a copy machine as recommended by Hastings Police Chef Jerry Sarver. • Awarded a bid for 21AA modified gravel and 22A road gravel to Aggregate Industries in the amount of $11.43 per ton delivered for the 21AA and $46.73 per ton for the 22A road gravel for an estimated total cost of $9,144 as recommended by Girrbach. • Placed the city’s property, casualty and liability insurance package with Pinnacle Insurance Partners/Trident Insurance for the 2010-11 fiscal year for a premium of $96,290 as recommended by Hastings City Clerk and Treasurer Tom Emery. • Went into closed session to consider the purchase or lease of real property and material exempt from disclosure by the state or federal statute to receive privileged attorneyclient information. Delton Kellogg board approves BISD budget; honors top 10 At its May 17 meeting, the Delton Kellogg Board of Education adopted two resolutions, including one in support of the budget for Barry Intermediate School District’s general fund for the institution’s 2010-11 academic year. The budget shows a beginning balance of nearly $475,000 and forecasts revenues and expenditures of approximately $1.383 million and $1.597 million, respectively. The second resolution established a timeframe during which parents living outside the Delton Kellogg district may apply to have their children enrolled at the school system for its 2010-11 academic year. Applications from parents living outside the district are to be accepted between June 14 and Sept. 10 and during the last two weeks of the first trimester of the next school year. In other business, the board also publicized results of its annual evaluation of Cynthia Vujea, superintendent of the school system, by issuing a statement. “The board has determined, in its annual evaluation of superintendent Vujea that she met or exceeded our expectations and goals,” the statement reads. “Her contract will be extended for another year. The superintendent has decided to freeze her wages for the coming year and has volunteered to give $5,000 performance/merit pay back to the district.” As superintendent, Vujea earns approximately $108,000 annually. The $5,000 amount represents half of the performance/merit pay most recently earned by Vujea. Similar to the extension of Vujea’s contract, board member Paul Hughes took an oath of office to continue to serve on the board through June 30, 2012. Hughes won his Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule 77546260 Monday, May 31 — closed for Memorial Day. Tuesday, June 1 — summer reading program begins; toddler story time with stories of Audrey Wood, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library for more information at269-945-4263. bid for re-election earlier this month. In personnel matters, the board voted to hire Jenny Bever, Jennifer Ferguson and Julie Osgood as teachers for the school system’s 2010 summer reading program. The board also recognized the Top 10 students of Delton Kellogg Schools’ current graduating class, including valedictorian Brandon Humphreys, salutatorian Jonathan Kelley and fellow students Abby Culbert, Tyler Haywood, Chris Horrocks, Katelin Marshall, Randi Pash, Cara Phelps, Taylor Sewell and Hannah Williams. Exceptional contributions to the school system also were recognized by the board with the reading of “Nice Job Notes” for the following people: Mick Barney, Rich Boehm, Jodi Borowicz, Tommy Conrad, Carla Culbert, Rachel Dallavalle, Rollie Ferris, Meghan Grimes, Sue Haffenden, Steve Hanchar, Val Heethuis, Jim Hogoboom, Tom Hughes, Christine Kiel, Sara Knight, Kim Lester, Kristy Lester, Christine Mabie, Cindy Matousek, Mike Mohn, Carol Neimann, Thang Nguyen, Dan Phillips, Ryan Post, Dick Pratt, Wyatt Sample, Rylie Scoville, Tucker Scoville, Todd Shipley, Glenn Stoneburner, Troy Taylor, Glenn Tobias, Heidi Tyner, Connie Vanhoose, Andrew Walker, Amanda West, Thomas Wilson, members of Teens Against Drinking Underage and students of class Health II. Summer intern begins work with J-Ad Graphics Shannon Cornett, a student at Grand Rapids Community College, is joining the newsroom staff of J-Ad Graphics as a summer intern. She previously was a student intern while attending Thornapple Kellogg High School. Cornett, daughter of Debra Cornett of Yankee Springs, has spent her time since high school going to college, first at Harding University in Searcy, Ark., where she wrote for the college publication The Bison, and played a role in the college’s chapter of The Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ). Also while attending at Harding, Cornett helped gain funding for the SPJ chapter by writing a grant proposal. The grant money was used to conduct a workshop for high school students interested in journalism. Cornett then transferred to Grand Rapids Community College where she has been taking classes to earn her associate’s degree in journalism. She plans to continue her schooling in the fall at GRCC. After graduation there, she plans to attend Grand Valley State University to obtain a bachelor’s degree. Since graduating from Thornapple Kellogg High School in 2008, Cornett has worked at Walters-Dimmick Shell in Middleville, written international news pieces for an equal rights website, and volunteered with her mother caring for the elderly and mentally ill at an adult foster care home in Delton. When she isn’t writing or working, Cornett said she enjoys watching movies, reading and attending concerts. Also in her free time, she spends time with family and friends, writes short stories and paints. Shannon Cornett �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 27, 2010 — Page 3 Cuts by state agency to Habitat for Humanity won’t cripple local affiliate by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor When the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) without warning decided to slash in half the funds it has traditionally given to Habitat for Humanity, it put a crimp in the work of the state’s 77 Habitat affiliates, including Barry County. However, County Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Cindy Collins said the loss in funds won’t immobilize the work of local volunteers who build simple, decent homes in partnership with people in need. Habitat homes are sold at cost and without interest to people who can’t obtain conventional mortgages and meet Habitat’s other qualifications. “Thankfully, in the past, Habitat for Humanity Barry County has not relied on government money alone (actually no more than 30% has been a guideline), and therefore the lack of it cannot stop our mission in its tracks,” Collins said. Barry Habitat President James H. Borton agrees. “Fortunately, Habitat for Humanity Barry County has never depended heavily on this (MSHDA) funding and uses many other avenues to generate dollars for our home builds,” he said. “It is my hope that the publicity around this decision will spark interest in local individuals and businesses ultimately leading to more partnership opportunities locally.” An unfortunate aspect of the MSHDA funding cuts is that the reduction in funds will increase the cost of homes to future Habitat families, Borton and Collins said. “These cut dollars are largely down payment assistance and Energy Star grants,” Collins explained. “Each (Habitat) homeowner was able to receive a $10,000 grant from MSHDA to go toward the down payment of their home. Along with those down payment assistance grants was a $2,000 Energy Star grant for the affiliate. These grants were the driving force behind Habitat affiliates "going green," and getting our homes Energy-Star rated. An Energy Star rating adds about $2,000 to the cost of a home, but since the grant money was available it was clearly a good choice. “These two grants are bundled, so an affiliate either gets $12,000 or nothing per house, and the Energy Star rating is required to get the down payment assistance grant,” she said. “It would be a shame to see affiliates construct non-efficient homes because the dollars are no longer there to recoup the additional costs. “We have received these grant dollars for the home we completed in January.” To achieve Energy Star certification, a home must be at least 15 percent more energy efficient than a home built to standard code specifications. “Here in Barry County, I don't foresee much change in the way we build, but the end result will be that the homeowners will end up paying $10,000 to $12,000 more per house. That is very unfortunate because in some cases that may make even a Habitat home unaffordable for an otherwise eligible family,” Collins said. On the state level, it appears that cuts to Habitat are more serious. Habitat for Humanity of Michigan (HFHM) board members met in emergency session Tuesday to address how to deal with a 50 percent cut in 2009-10 MSHDA funding, the possibility of additional staff layoffs and the uncertainty of future funding levels, according to a press release. Michigan Habitat is the state support organization for Michigan’s 77 Habitat affiliates. Michigan Habitat board members say “the cuts were directed by MSHDA staff and are a dramatic departure from regular funding levels in years past,” the press release said. “To say our mission is at risk is an understatement. The timing of the cuts create tremendous complications for the 61 families selected, who have worked hard to qualify for their Habitat home and obtain mortgage funding,” said Bob Filka, Michigan Habitat board chairman. “We are profoundly disappointed, especially since the cuts come at a time of record level federal funding for MSHDA programs.” Michigan Habitat board members say that Gov. Jennifer Granholm has always been highly supportive of Habitat, and that her staff met with Michigan Habitat staff and board members to discuss the MSHDA decision to try and resolve the problem,” the press release said. “We are at a loss to understand why MSHDA has changed their policy mid-year, without notice, delaying 61 Michigan families and cutting jobs, not only at Habitat but in the construction sector,” said Michigan Habitat President Ken Bensen. “Habitat affiliates throughout the state are angry and frustrated, as are we. Furthermore, without reinstatement of normal funding levels, affiliate chapters aren’t able to plan for 2010-11, and Habitat Michigan faces the uncertain demise of our mission.” Borton said, “It is very unfortunate that MSHDA has made the decision to significantly reduce their funding to Habitat for Humanity of Michigan.” Collins attended a meeting Tuesday with Bensen and the fund development staff from other Habitat affiliates. “The truth is these funding cuts from MSHDA have already impacted Habitat for Humanity of Michigan staff, and in turn that impacts affiliates, but that is only one sideline,” she said. “It would make sense to me that MSHDA would use it's influx of stimulus dollars to increase rather than decrease proven programs such as Habitat for Humanity, but it seems they would rather place their dollars elsewhere and try to ‘reinvent the wheel.’” Collins is hoping publicity about the funding dilemma “will spark some conversations and the down payment assistance and Energy Star grants will be re-funded.” MSHDA manages hundreds of millions of dollars in state and federal funds that are used to provide financial and technical assistance through public and private partnerships to create and preserve safe and decent affordable housing, the press release said. Communities to observe Memorial Day throughout weekend Old Glory will be flying and the sound of “Taps” will ring out across the county and country this weekend, as citizens remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice to defend the nation’s freedom. While many organizations hold the customary Memorial Day parade on Monday morning, others choose to honor the war dead on the tradi- tional day of May 30, while others have planned memorial activities for Friday and Saturday. Following is information sent to J-Ad Graphics regarding Memorial Day ceremonies: Delton The Delton Kellogg High School band will perform a concert of patriotic music at 7 p.m. Friday, May 28, at the high school. Retired and active military personnel are especially encouraged to attend. Lake Odessa The Lake Odessa Area Historical Society will be paying tribute to veterans from all the nation’s wars throughout the weekend. The Freight House Museum will have displays from the Revolutionary War to the present. Items have been added to last year’s displays. Seventh and eighth grade flute students include (front row, from left) Mackenzie Maupin, Mary Feldpausch, Samantha Wezell, (back) Alanis Endsley, Kara Gonzalez, Cheyenne Childers, Kali Wales, Grace Bosma, Sarah M. Taylor, Erin Goggins and teacher Kim Domke. Hastings Middle School flutes perform for seniors in community Playing flutes at the Commission Aging are sixth graders Amanda Thomas (front), teacher Kim Domke (back, from left) Sarah Olson, Kayla Anible, Brooke Cosme and Kailey Gilbert. Seventh and eighth grade flute students from Hastings Middle School recently traveled to Woodlawn Meadows retirement home to perform for the residents. Under the direc- tion of flute instructor Kim Domke, the students played 30 minutes of duets and trios including traditional tunes such as “Sailor’s Hornpipe,” and “Londonderry Air” and Scott Joplin’s “Peacherine Rag.” “The students have been studying ensemble music every other Tuesday for most of the year. This was a great opportunity to share their talents with our community members who don’t usually get to come to the band concerts,” said Domke. “Playing this music is very different than playing band music. It requires a different kind of concentration and higher skill level to be able to perform in a small ensemble. The girls put in a lot of work preparing and did an awesome job performing.” Sixth grade flute students also had a chance to perform in the community. They traveled to the Commission on Aging for an audience of about 30, who had been at the COA for lunch. The students shared a concert including unison marches, preludes, duets, and even a trio of “Skip to My Lou.” “The sixth graders had a wonderful year learning many new fingerings and styles of music,” said Domke. “It is amazing that they began a new instrument in September and were able to have a flute recital in May. Sarah Olson even had a memorized solo, which is a terrific accomplishment for a firstyear music student.” She added that the audience was “very supportive and appreciative” of the flute players, and that she wants to teach the students about sharing their talents. “I believe it is important to teach our young people to interact and volunteer in their community. It was exciting to work with the flutes all year and to have a goal to perform for the community and not just for their families,” said Domke. “I’m hoping and encouraging the girls to practice this summer and to get a few friends together and put on another concert.” Support from the Hastings Band Boosters and band director Joan Schroeder made the endeavor possible, she added. At 7 p.m. Friday, May 28, a short program will be held to honor this year’s inductees to the hall of fame. The museum will be open Saturday, May 29, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m.; and Monday from noon to 5 p.m. Anyone who would like to loan or donate uniforms, medals, certificates, pictures or other items for the military display may call John Waite at 517-566-7317. The museum will be open from 10 to 5 p.m. Thursday, May 27, to drop off items for display. The society’s website is www.lakeoahs.blogspot.com. Lake Odessa will have a service in the cemetery at 11 a.m. Monday. The gathering will be on the east side of the road by the three flag poles near M-50. Pastor Bruce Barker from Faith Bible Church will deliver the message. Limited seating will be available or guests can their own chairs. Orangeville Alvin Warren invites Orangeville Township area veterans to attend the annual Memorial Day events Sunday, May 30, at the Orangeville Veterans Memorial Park, beginning at 1 p.m. Speaking will be State Rep. Brian Calley. Warren said he hopes some area veterans will speak during the ceremony, as well. Those attending the event will be able to read the bricks in the pathway, hear the playing of “Taps” and will have a chance to join the honor guard in lauding those who have served their country. Sunfield A service will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at the United Brethren Church on M-43 west of Sunfield. The service will be led by Randy Carpenter, the church’s new pastor. Jody Farman will be a vocal soloist and area Scouts will conduct the flag ceremony. A band will provide a trumpeter for “Taps,” and the Portland VFW will fire the gun salute. Caledonia Monday will mark the 65th consecutive Memorial Day Parade in the village of Caledonia. The tradition started in 1946, when returning veterans of World War II gathered in the village on Memorial Day to honor their comrades and all who had worn the nation’s uniform. The parade has always been sponsored by Caledonia American Legion Post 305, which was chartered in 1946, as well. Legion members will once again hold formal military ceremonies at five local cemeteries Memorial Day, culminating in a parade down Main Street in Caledonia at noon. The military ceremonies will be held as follows: 9 a.m. at Alaska, 9:45 a.m. at Blain, 10:30 a.m. at Dutton, Holy Corners at 11:15 a.m. and Caledonia at noon. Everyone is invited to attend the ceremonies, but the post has requested that no commercial or political entities be present. “The main focus of the day is the parade down Main Street in Caledonia, which then moves to Lakeside Cemetery for the formal program,” said Larry Stauffer, a representative of the post. The parade is scheduled for noon, and the formal program is set to begin around 12:30 p.m. MEMORIAL DAY, continued on page 6 ‘My Alpha Place’ plans spring fundraising walk A spring fundraising walk to benefit My Alpha Place (MAP) in Hastings is set for 10 a.m. Saturday, June 12. Formerly known as Alpha Women’s Center of Barry County, the new name of My Alpha Place reflects some of the changes that have occurred in the center since it became independent in 2007. Another change is the location. Alpha is now located at 838 W. Green St., which is the starting point for the upcoming walk. The walk route will take participants around the city, with prayer points at the County Courthouse, schools and the hospital. The walk ends back at the center where snacks will be served and games will be available for children. MAP offers many free services to the community, such as free pregnancy tests, free family mentoring programs, book and Bible studies, maternity and baby clothes, diapers and formula. A new feature of the walk is the special Tshirt, with the MAP logo on it, that will be given to anyone who raises $150 or more in pledges. Call the center at 269/948-9013 or 269/838-3030 or stop by for more information and a walk packet. Hours of operation are 4-8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. The spring fundraising walk starts and ends at 838 W. Green St. in Hastings, which is the new location of My Alpha Center. �Page 4 — Thursday, May 27, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Sheriff raises concerns over shelter advisory committee MSHDA cuts threaten Habitat’s future in Michigan To the editor: The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) has played a key role in facilitating affordable housing investments across our state over the years. By leveraging private investment and partnerships with organizations like Habitat for Humanity, it have helped generate high-quality housing that has helped transform numerous neighborhoods. MSHDA’s modest investments in Habitat have helped leverage the construction and renovation of homes that have a combined market value of more than $300 million and are now occupied by homeowners paying more than $6.5 million a year in property taxes. Yet earlier this year, MSHDA determined that it needed to cut Habitat’s annual funding in half. Policymakers in Lansing ought to be troubled by this shift in funding priorities by our state’s housing agency. Dollars to support Habitat have historically not come from taxpayers. MSHDA’s unrestricted reserves (earnings on private loans or bonds they have issued over the years) have been tapped to support Habitat’s work. More recently, federal grant dollars have been leveraged to support Habitat. MSHDA, in fact, has seen its funding as a grantor rise dramatically the past two years, which makes the Habitat cut even more troubling. MSHDA has been asked to take on a major new role as administrator of new federal grant programs that are and will be funneling hundreds of millions of dollars into our state for renovation and restoration of foreclosed and aban- The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. 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While these new (and unproven) programs hold the promise of helping stabilize Michigan’s housing marketplace, I am concerned that the tried and true investment MSHDA has made in Habitat is needlessly taking a backseat to new “stimulus” efforts. They need not be mutually exclusive. Habitat has shifted its focus away from new construction and into renovation. Virtually every Habitat project now in progress is a renovation effort. Therefore, it makes perfect sense for MSHDA, in allocating a modest portion of these new federal dollars, to entrust and further invest in Habitat — not move away from them. According to a study conducted by Davenport University, the work of Habitat for Humanity has proven to make a real difference in the lives of Habitat partner families: 68 percent of families report an increase in their income; 25 percent of families report better grades in school for their children; 23 percent of families report less sickness; 58 percent of families report less family conflict; and 40 percent of families report going on to obtaining additional education. Habitat for Humanity works. Those who volunteer and support Habitat for Humanity of Michigan and its affiliates are making a real difference in the lives of our citizens and know it works. MSHDA needs to restore their investment — not divest themselves of this proven model. Robert Filka, Michigan Association of Home Builders CEO, Habitat for Humanity of Michigan board chair During last week’s county board meeting, Chairman Robert Houtman made a proposal to establish an advisory committee to help with the operation of the county’s animal shelter. It didn’t take long before Sheriff Dar Leaf made it known that he didn’t want his officers to be “micro-managed,” by some committee. He said he doesn’t have to answer to the board, the governor or even the president of the United States — he answers only to the voters of Barry County. Well for the most part, he’s probably right. I don’t think the governor or the president are worried much about the problems here in Barry County. He not only answers to the voters of Barry County, he must work with the board of commissioners. They determine the finances of his department, and if he expects to be successful in his job, he needs to get along with the county board. This isn’t the first time an advisory committee was proposed for the shelter. In March of 1996, when the county board held a special public hearing to discuss the possibility of a millage to build a new facility, representatives from the local Humane Society suggested having a shelter advisory committee “to oversee operations and policies.” They suggested that such a committee include a commissioner, a veterinarian, a private citizen and a Humane Society member. As part of the plans to build the new facility in 2000, office space in the front of the facility was set aside for Humane Society members to help in the shelter. Plus, the new 4,000-square-foot facility became a reality due to the efforts of another volunteer group known as the Animal Shelter 2000 Committee which spearheaded the planning and funding for the new facility. The committee’s plan was to have regular volunteers to foster the animals and help in the facility whenever needed. In April of 2008, large numbers of animals were put down from what officials called “canine influenza.” I felt compelled at the time to question how this could happen in the new facility. Plus volunteers close to the shelter questioned the need to euthanize so many animals, adding that poor cleaning procedures played a role in the conditions at the facility. Following the incident, the sheriff changed the policy of allowing volunteers in the facility by banning them from the shelter pending his written policies on what volunteers were allowed to do. Now, more than two years later, Leaf told a Banner reporter last week in an interview that, “volunteers have not been working at the shelter for approximately a year because no policies and procedures were in place.” Leaf even admitted that, “there have been some scrapes between the Humane Society and my people.” What kind of scrapes? Did they involve operational issues or turf issues? County board members should demand a response as to why volunteers are considered a threat to the general operation of the shelter. Teachers, staff will be missed To the editor: We would like to take a moment to express our appreciation to all of the Hastings teachers and staff who are retiring this year. A large majority of them have played very instrumental roles in the lives of our children, and they will be missed. As parents of a college graduate, an almost senior, an almost freshman, and an almost sixth grader, we know that many of these teachers have had three if not four of our kids in their classes. Hastings Area Schools and more families than I am willing to count have been so very blessed to have had the honor of their presence in their children’s lives. Kudos to these teachers for a job well done, many times over, and we wish them the best of luck in their future endeavors. They will be missed. Willard and Paula Pierce family, Hastings Correction A story about candidates filing for local elections should have stated that incumbent Republican Don Nevins is being challenged for his seat on the Barry County Board of Commissioners by Democrat Bob Dickinson. Nevins currently represents the city of Hastings. The two will face off in the November election. To the editor: Recently, I was at a Secretary of State branch office in northern Michigan for business and had an interesting conversation with the branch manager and assistant about what they see from children who come to the office to file applications for driving permits, etc. Remember this is a rural and middle-class location and not located in the urban areas that media reports decry. It seems that many 15- and 16-year-old children have Mom or Dad come in and fill out the application forms in this office because they do not know how to print their alphabet letters, make them legible, or read the directions. As a former teacher who taught handwriting daily for years, this was a most shocking admission, and I wonder just how pervasive this has become around our state? Right now, we are in the school graduation season with incoming invitations and ‘thank- Responses to our weekly question. Fred Morris, Lake Odessa: “I plan to go to the ceremony at the Lake Odessa Cemetery.” Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Writing, penmanship need to be a priority in schools Public Opinion: Ron A. Nash, Hastings: “I’m a veteran of the Korean War, so I usually participate in the parades, and when that’s over I come home for a barbecue and swimming.” When the new shelter was built, a great deal of time was dedicated to making the new facility easier to clean and create a safer environment for the animals. Former Sheriff Steven DeBoer was given the shelter to supervise under his tenure after years of problems with the facility. The county board decided at the time that it made sense for the sheriff’s department to be responsible for the daily operation of the facility. The biggest issue facing the sheriff and the board was a deteriorating facility that needed to be replaced. With the help of several local volunteers, the committee managed to raise more than $150,000, and along with the county board’s commitment of another $150,000 and a donation of the land from Richard T. Groos, they were able to build the new facility. Ten years later, we have a great facility, yet we still don’t have any written polices and procedures for its daily operation. Why is the sheriff so concerned with the possibility of putting together an advisory committee? He doesn’t make any additional money for managing the shelter. What are we missing here? The new advisory committee shouldn’t threaten him, because the committee consists of the county control officer, County Board member, the kennel operator, rescue shelter operator, a member from the Humane Society, a local veterinarian and a citizen at large. This would be a group of people that would have a passion for the animals in their care. At first, Leaf complained that he didn’t have enough time to discuss the new committee and how it might work, yet in the same breath, he told commissioners that he didn’t have to answer to them and that he had spoken to an attorney about the issue — an issue he told the board he didn’t have prior knowledge of. Leaf also in his tirades didn’t clarify if the attorney would be hired as his private council or that he would expect the county to pick up the costs. “This is not a control issue, nobody wants to take control,” Chairman Houtman told Leaf. “I see this as a step forward, not a step backward. I see this as a positive.” Mahatma Gandhi once said, “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.” Barry County’s animal shelter has been plagued with a sordid history of mismanagement. In recent years, it appeared it was getting better, but to ensure the health and welfare of our animals, it makes sense to have an advisory committee with several stakeholders at the table. With the proper oversight board in place, maybe we can once and for all put the shelter on the right path toward creating a great environment for our abandoned or unwanted animals. Emily Taylor, Lake Odessa: “I’ll be spending the day with family. We’ll picnic and have time together.” you’ notes from children who are about to graduate. Have you noticed the decline in the abilities of cursive writing and spelling on these notes, too? Have you ever had ones made out by parents for the child? Our conversation continued to discuss what is or is not being stressed in the schools these days. As a retired teacher, high school graduation notes are my final evaluation of a school career. Generally speaking, these efforts are not impressive and, for the most part, are in decline. I wish I had saved all of them over the past few years, blacked out the names, and put them out on public display — it would be shocking. If I were an employer, the first task of an interview would have the applicant write about a work-related situation just to gather a sample of their writing and organizational skills. It would certainly be a clue to what to expect of a potential employee at the least. The educational establishment wonders why there is so much anger toward public education, and you need not look past the two examples in this letter as to why folks feel as they do. People outside of the education sphere keep asking what the school tax is being spent on when the results such as these rudimentary skills are so pitiful. There is a building rage out here, folks. Finally here is my advice for those in control of education today: Help. Someone, somewhere, someplace had better get the handwriting books out at length and begin pushing paper and pencil activities again. Children who graduate school and can’t produce a coherent readable application, note or paper are doomed to failure in the real world that lurks just outside the school door. Larry Gibson, Charlotte How will you observe Memorial Day? Area communities will be observing Memorial Day with special services throughout the weekend. Do you plan on watching a parade or attending a ceremony? Lhauren Clifford, Maple Valley schools: “We are going to MOOVille for ice cream and will have a barbecue.” Megan Bonney, Maple Valley schools: “We go up to Oscoda by Lake Huron for three days and jet ski.” Kayli Collier, Maple Valley schools: “We meet up with family and talk and laugh about memories of people and stuff.” Porter Koan, Yankee Springs: “Sometimes I visit my family, but when I can’t do that, I just sit at home and relax.” ��Page 6 — Thursday, May 27, 2010 — The Hastings Banner MEMORIAL DAY, continued from page 3 State Sen. Mark Jansen is to be the guest speaker at the event, which also will feature a formal flag folding, patriotic music provided by the Caledonia High School Band, bagpipes and the post’s color guard and firing squad. The post also will hold a special ceremony for six people who lived in the area and died serving the country. Three of those to be honored were all members of the Caledonia High School class of 1966 and died in Vietnam. The others to be honored more recently lost their lives during the war on terrorism. Following the event, their flags will become permanently displayed at the post. “This is an historic tradition, and we encourage everyone to come out and show your support for our troops, our veterans and our country,” Stauffer said. Clarksville Observance of the holiday in Clarksville will begin with a parade on Main Street at 8:30 a.m. Monday. A service will begin at 9 a.m. at the cemetery, with members of the Lake Odessa VFW firing the gun salute. Hastings The Lawrence J. Bauer American Legion Post 45 in Hastings will hold its annual Memorial Day parade at 10:30 a.m. Monday. Participants will begin gathering at 10 a.m. in the former Felpausch parking lot. The parade route will be the same as last year’s, stopping first at the courthouse where participants will place wreaths on the monuments there. After a salute is fired by the Post 45 rifle squad, the parade will continue to North Broadway, then north to Tyden Park where a wreath will be placed at the foot of the soldier’s monument. The next stop will be the bridge on North Broadway where another wreath will be placed in the Thornapple River in honor of military personnel who have served on the seas. The rifle squad will fire a salute. Riverside Cemetery will be the final stop Worship Together… 77546052 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Holy Trinity - May 30 - Worship Worship 10:00; No Sunday School; Chili cook-off after service in the fellowship hall. Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269945-2698. http://www.discovergrace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Graduate Reception - Sharpe Hall; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday 6:30 p.m. Softball Game. Friday 6 p.m. Menders. Saturday - 10 a.m. Praise Team Practice; WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 B OSLEY 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 for the parade, and participants will place a wreath on the cemetery’s Great American Revolution Monument. Memorial Day ceremonies will then be held. The grave of the most recently buried veteran at Riverside Cemetery will receive the final wreath of the event. As with previous years, no political signs or banners will be allowed in the parade, and participants will not be allowed to distribute candy to spectators. This year, advertisements of any kind may not be incorporated in any aspect of the parade. “This is a solemn occasion to honor the present and past military personnel who have given the ultimate sacrifice to uphold the freedom and ideals of America,” said Parade Chairman James Atkinson. “We do not want to make this a political-opportunity event.” Those who wish to participate in the parade may get registration and other information by calling 269-948-8219. Hickory Corners The Hickory Corners Fire Club is looking for area adults and children who wish to take part in their annual Memorial Day Parade Monday. The parade will start at 10 a.m. at Cadwallader Park, west of town. It will proceed east through the village to the East Hickory Corners Cemetery, where memorial services will be conducted by American Legion Post 484. The event will also feature light refreshments and a flyover. A chicken barbecue will follow at the American Legion Post. Individuals, groups or clubs who wish to participate in the parade may contact Chris Reed at 269-721-3299. Middleville Middleville’s 53rd Memorial Day Parade will take place Monday. Line-up will begin at 10 a.m. at McFall Elementary School, with the step-off at 10:30 a.m. The parade will include distinguished guests, honored veteran John Loftus and grand marshals the Bob and Donna Roush Family. The Roushes are the parents of the late Army Cpl. Nick Roush, and Donna is a Gold Star Mother. Brief ceremonies will be held at both the Main Street bridge and Mt. Hope Cemetery. A Gold Star Mother banquet will be held at the Middleville First Baptist Church, 5215 N. M-37, just north of Middleville, immediately following the ceremony at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Everyone in the community is invited to the luncheon which will serve as an opportunity to listen to veterans tell their stories and thank them for their service to the country. The luncheon is sponsored by the Middleville Lions Club and hosted by the Roush church family at First Baptist Church. Everyone should bring a dish to pass. For more information, contact Paul Hernandez American Legion Post 140 at 269795-7583 or via e-mail at pph63@sbcglobal.net. Nashville The Nashville VFW will hold the annual Memorial Day Parade starting at 11 a.m. Monday at the Thornapple River bridge. The parade will start at the bridge with a memorial for those lost at sea and then move up Main Street to the firemen’s memorial at the fire barn for another ceremony and proceed to Lakeview Cemetery where the VFW will hold it’s Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony. Kids are encouraged to decorate their bikes and ride in the parade and other civic and patriotic groups are encouraged to join in the parade. Woodland The Memorial Day observance will begin at Woodland Memorial Park on Velte Road at 10 a.m. Monday. The speaker will be Michael Callton. In case of rain, the service will be held at Woodgrove Parish in Coats Grove. Alfredo P. “Al” Olivarri SHELBYVILLE, MI - Alfredo P "Al" Olivarri, of Shelbyville, passed away May 21, 2010. Al was born August 4, 1932 in San Antonio, TX; the son of Albert and Frances (Pacheco) Olivarri. A carpenter by trade, Al was a veteran, proudly serving his country in the United States Navy. Al was a member of American Legion Post 484, a Life Member of D.A.V. Chapter 45, V.F.W. Post 422, a member of the Delton Moose Lodge and a 40 year member of the Kalamazoo Anchor Masonic Lodge #22. Al was a "colorful" person and well loved by many. He is survived by a son: Rick (Pat) Sehy Olivarri; brothers: Roger Olivarri and Louie Olivarri; sisters, Della Hinkle, Bea Chmielewski, and Pam Miller; three grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Albert, Jessie, and Frank Olivarri; sisters, Anita Reyes, Mary Lee Duron and Estella Montes. Funeral services were conducted Monday, May 24, 2010. Pastors Louie Olivarri and Roger Olivarri officiating. Burial Oak Hill Cemetery, Orangeville. Memorial contributions to V.F.W. Post 422 will be appreciated. Please visit www.williams-goresfuneral.com to view or sign Al's online guest book. Arrangements were made by WilliamsGores Funeral Home, Delton. Area Obituaries Shannon L. “Shane” Gilman Lynn E. Perry HASTINS, MI - Shannon L "Shane" Gilman, age 38, of Hastings, went to be with his Lord on May 21, 2010. Shane was born December 10, 1971, in Grand Rapids, the son of Gordon and Eunice (Aldering) Gilman. A 1990 graduate of Wayland High school, Shane enjoyed NASCAR, hunting, and was a soccer coach for many years and a AYSO board member. A talented artist, Shane could airbrush almost anything, including custom cars and guitars. On September 10, 1994, Shane married Wendy Oldenburger who survives. He is also survived by his parents; daughters, Brittany and Samantha; a sister, Kim Oaks; in-laws, Robert Oldenburger, Homer and Ellie Wigboldy, and Ron and Jan Westendorp; and several nieces and nephews. A funeral service was conducted Tuesday, May 25, 2010 at Gun lake Community Church officiated by Pastor Case VanKempen. Memorial contributions to the family will be appreciated. The family is being served by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. HASTINGS, MI - Lynn Everett Perry, age 93, of Hastings, died of natural causes May 10, 2010, at Pennock Hospital. He was born June 21, 1916, in Hastings, to Burton and Ina (Durkee) Perry, who preceded him in death. He was a 1934 graduate of Hastings High School. On Dec. 31, 1941, he married Caltha (Cay) M. Sinclair of Otsego. She also preceded him in death in 2003. Members of his family include his children: Lynila Jo Perry of Hastings and David Leroy (Marianne) Perry of Oak Park, IL; grandchildren, Christapher D. (Cindy) Hamilton, of Orlando, FL, Andrew Perry (Gayle) Hamilton, of Altamonte Springs, FL, Karen Cay Hamilton, of Albion, Kyle M. Perry, and Elizabeth R. Perry of Oak Park, IL; great grandchildren, Taylor, Ty, Jacob, Zachary, Kaley and Cody Hamilton; Amy Lynn Harrison; and Aundrea and Heather Price; sister-in-law, Ann Sinclair; and many nieces and nephews. Also preceding him in death, brothers, Willard (Myrl) Perry, Rex (Irene) Perry and sisters, Anna (Ray) Bratton and Lleva (Hugh) Stanlake. He attended Michigan State College, Davenport-McLaugh and received his bachelor of science in 1940 from University of Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids. Lynn was a veteran of World War II in the US Army, Headquarters, 10th Armored Division, Infantry, leaving the service with an honorable discharge with a TEC-3 rating. He also received the Bronze Star and Good Conduct medals and the Sharp Shooters Award. He was very active in Hastings First United Methodist Church, attending Sunday School as a child and later becoming superintendent of the youth department. He was a member of Methodist Men, chairman of the Church Administration Board and served on many church committees, even helping the United Methodist Women with the bazaar for many years. He had a paper route while in high school and played softball and basketball in city leagues. Lynn was a member of the Lions Club for over 25 years and served as secretary of the Chamber of Commerce in 1941-42. He was personnel manager at E.W. Bliss for 30 years, managing 1200 employees, and then worked in the Safety and Security department at Western Michigan University for 10 years. Lynn thought that the most meaningful things in his life were his wife and children, being an Eagle Scout, graduation from college, and his tennis awards. He loved traveling with his wife, playing cards, watching sports, singing joyful songs, dancing, fishing, swimming and spending time at Wall Lake. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service for Lynn will be conducted Sunday, May 30, 2010, at 3 p.m. at Hastings First United Methodist Church, with visitation being at 2 p.m., Pastor Kathy Brown, officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Hastings First United Methodist Church, HFUMC youth group or the Barry County Commission on Aging. Please visit www.williamsgoresfuneral. com to view and sign Lynn’s online guest book. E. Caroline Johnson E. Caroline Johnson, age 86, passed away Sunday, May 23, 2010 at Tendercare of Hastings, following a short illness. Carol was born in Fruitport, on October 25, 1923 the 10th child of George and Carrie (Coleman) Hansen's 12 children. She was raised in the Nashville area graduating from Hastings High School in 1942. Carol married Donald W. Johnson May 2, 1946, residing in the Hastings and Middleville area throughout their marriage. Carol and Don owned and operated the "Willows" grocery located on Algonquin Lake for over 14 years. Prior to owning the "Willows" Carol was a dental assistant for Dr. Truesdale, after selling the store she was employed by Pro-Line Archery for approximately 15 years. Carol raised five children, three sons: Bill (Michelle) of Middleville; Mark (Cathy) of Hastings; Don Jr. (Lisa) of Middleville and two daughters: Janet Reil of Hastings and Judy Pennington, (Steve) of Hastings. Carol was preceded in death by her daughter, Judy Pennington; granddaughter, Jessica Merrill; her parents, George and Carrie Hansen; brothers, Jerome, Stanley, Fred, Andrew (Dean); sisters, Blanche Hummell, Elizabeth (Betty) Trappen and Florence Word. Carol is survived by her husband of 64 years; three sons; one daughter; 14 grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; a sister, Connie Chambers, of Tallahassee, Florida along with sisters-in-law Molly (Harold); Joan (Dean); Marge (Fred), Evelyn Vukin (Nick); brother and sister-in-laws, Tom and Sally Robinson; along with many nephews and nieces. Carol will be missed for her cheerful personality, smile, generosity and love of family she exhibited throughout her life. A truly gifted and giving lady, Carol's talents for gardening, cooking and baked goods were treasured by all who knew her. Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 26, 2010, at Girrbach Funeral Home, 328 South Broadway, in Hastings. Internment at the Irving Twp Cemetery. Memorials can be made to charity of one's choice. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Give a memorial that can go on forever A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. ��Page 8 — Thursday, May 27, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Theodore G Baker and Debra L Baker, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Lenders Network USA, Inc., Mortgagee, dated July 24, 2001, and recorded on August 24, 2001 in instrument 1065307, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas as Trustee as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand Seventy And 78/100 Dollars ($67,070.78), including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 4 Rods of the South 10 Rods of Lots 19 and 20 of the City, Formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545796 File #319362F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Virgil J Carter and Julie A Texter, aka Julie A Carter aka Julie Carter, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated May 12, 2004, and recorded on May 17, 2004 in instrument 1127763, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-One And 01/100 Dollars ($165,491.01), including interest at 8.48% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 730 feet of the West 590 feet of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 28, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545758 File #322300F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary A Hill, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to First Place Bank, Mortgagee, dated October 6, 2006, and recorded on October 9, 2006 in instrument 1171184, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Six And 12/100 Dollars ($79,566.12), including interest at 6.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 24, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 171 feet of the South 513 feet of the West 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Northeast fractional 1/4 of Section 5, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, excepting the East 40 feet therefrom. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 27, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546148 File #320806F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark A Edgar and Brenda K Edger, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 18, 2008, and recorded on October 7, 2008 in instrument 20081007-0009809, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand One Hundred Three And 10/100 Dollars ($133,103.10), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 17, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1203, Original Plan of the Village (Now City) of Hastings, according to the plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 20, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545949 File #290575F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jason R. Deal and Becky Deal, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Long Beach Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated October 4, 2006, and recorded on October 18, 2006 in instrument 1171575, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank Nat'l Trust Co, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-10 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Four And 32/100 Dollars ($155,904.32), including interest at 4.879% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 17, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 10 and the East 1/2 of Lot 9 of Block 11, of Lincoln Park Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on page 55. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 20, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545940 File #189447F03 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on October 10, 2007, by Joel R. Butler, a single man, and Brandi Lyn Raymond, a single woman, as Mortgagors, to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, as Mortgagee, and which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on October 10, 2007, in Instrument No. 200710100002929 [the “Mortgage”], on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of One Hundred Fifty Two Thousand Two Hundred Sixteen and 72/100 Dollars ($152,216.72), as of April 21, 2010, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, June 3, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in the County of Barry, and State of Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: THE SOUTH 640 FEET OF THE EAST 1362 FEET OF THE NORTH ONE-HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF SECTION 24, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, BALTIMORE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. Commonly known as 7650 North Avenue, Hastings, Michigan. Mortgagee has taken steps to have the property described herein determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241. Therefore, the length of the redemption period will be one (1) month from the date of the sale, unless steps set forth in the statute are taken to challenge the abandonment. Dated: May 6, 2010 MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77545643 17,949,848.1\105064-00207 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Matthew Schultz and Nicole Schultz, husband and wife as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Arbor Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated December 16, 2005, and recorded on January 3, 2006 in instrument 1158410, and modified by Affidavit or Order received by and recorded, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Nineteen And 26/100 Dollars ($144,019.26), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 375 feet of the East 850 feet of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 23, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545578 File #281531F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ronald Traylor, a single person, original mortgagor(s), to Member First Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2002, and recorded on November 5, 2002 in instrument 1090964, and modified by Affidavit or Order recorded on April 26, 2010 in instrument 201004260004225, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand Four Hundred Six And 78/100 Dollars ($72,406.78), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning 70 rods South of the Northeast corner of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, for the place of beginning; thence West 80 rods; thence South 10 rods, thence East 80 rods, thence North to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545866 File #299914F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lisa Beth Baker and Michelle Stenzelbarton, as Joint Tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2005, and recorded on September 29, 2005 in instrument 1153550, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Five And 94/100 Dollars ($102,565.94), including interest at 6.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lots 6 and 7 of Block 7 of the Eastern Addition to the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, According to the Recorded Plat thereof, except the North 10 Feet of said Lot 6. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545821 File #319753F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert Wayne Fleury, aka robert wayne Fleury, an unmarried man, to National City Mortgage, a division of National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated May 8, 2008 and recorded May 14, 2008 in Instrument Number 20080514-0005203, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred One Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Seven and 74/100 Dollars ($101,567.74) including interest at 5.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 24, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 110 feet West of the Northeast Corner of West one-half Northwest onequarter Section 9, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, for place of beginning. Thence West 200 feet; thence South 320 feet; thence East 145 feet; thence North 290 feet; thence East 55 feet; thence North 30 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 27, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 401.0579 ASAP# 3578309 05/27/2010, 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010 77546157 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian R. Harris, a single man, to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated February 27, 2007 and recorded March 21, 2007 in Instrument Number 1177716, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty and 34/100 Dollars ($131,960.34) including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 24, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of Section 26, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, thence South 80 rods; thence West 80 rods for place of beginning; thence North 270 feet; thence West 358 feet; thence South 270 feet; thence East 358 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 27, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.6352 ASAP# 3581997 05/27/2010, 77546246 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bradley A Brownell and SuAnn M Brownell, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 8, 2004, and recorded on December 15, 2004 in instrument 1138741, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-Six And 81/100 Dollars ($150,376.81), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 109, Pine Haven Estates No. 4, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Document No. 1122672 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545385 File #305128F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Scott L. Averill, a married man and Melissa Averill, his wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for America`s Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated August 30, 2006, and recorded on September 6, 2006, as Document Number: 1169614, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for the HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2006-HE2 by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been submitted to the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Five Hundred Forty-Nine and 16/100 ($105,549.16) including interest at the rate of 9.05000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on June 3, 2010 Said premises are situated in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: LOT 134, MIDDLEVILLE DOWNS NO. 6 ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF IN LIBER 5 OF PLATS, PAGE 61. Commonly known as: 226 ROBIN RD The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: May 6, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for the HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2006-HE2 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 77545634 Case No. 10MI00871-1 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles Aspinall and Yvonne Aspinall, Husband and Wife, as Joint Tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 14, 2008, and recorded on February 25, 2008 in instrument 200802250001692, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-One And 21/100 Dollars ($170,551.21), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3 and 4, Block 2 of the Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 22. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545419 File #318599F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Linda Anaya and David Anaya, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated July 1, 2003, and recorded on July 8, 2003 in instrument 1108054, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Four Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Five And 10/100 Dollars ($84,225.10), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of the following described premises: Beginning 30 rods South of the Northeast corner of the Northwest quarter of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, for place of beginning, thence West 80 rods, thence South 10 rods, thence East 80 rods, thence North to the place of beginning. Subject to restrictions, reservations, easements, covenants, oil, gas or mineral rights of record, if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545590 File #234484F04 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 27, 2010 — Page 9 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by PAUL GARZA, a single man, and KRISTA FELECCIA a/k/a KRISTA A. FELECCIA a/k/a KRISTA ANN TUBBS, a single woman (collectively, "Mortgagor"), to GREENSTONE FARM CREDIT SERVICES, FLCA, a federally chartered corporation, having an office at 1760 Abbey Road, Suite 200, East Lansing, Michigan 48823 (the "Mortgagee"), dated May 25, 2007, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on May 31, 2007, as Instrument No. 1181185 (the "Mortgage"). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of One Hundred Forty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Nine and 48/100 Dollars ($145,969.48). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public venue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 3rd day of June, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Assyria, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: he North 60 acres of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 12, T1N, R7W, Assyria Township, Barry County, Michigan, EXCEPT: Commencing at the East 1/4 post for place of beginning; thence South 417.5 feet; thence West 417.5 feet; thence North 417.5 feet; thence East 417.5 feet to the place of beginning. Together with all fixtures, tenements, hereditaments, and appurtenances belonging or in any way appertaining to the premises. Commonly known as: vacant land on Curtis Road, Bellevue, Michigan 49021 P.P. #08-01-012-010-00 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be one (1) year from the date of sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 GREENSTONE FARM CREDIT SERVICES, FLCA Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77545599 1781848-1 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott Owen and Christina M Owen, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 27, 2006, and recorded on April 5, 2006 in instrument 1162204, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S. Bank National Association, As Trustee For J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-CW2 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Nine Hundred Two And 67/100 Dollars ($105,902.67), including interest at 10% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 58 feet of Lot 1034, of the City (formerly Village) of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, Also part of Lots 1 and 2, Block 13, Eastern Addition to the City (formerly Village) of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, described as: Commencing on the Northwest corner of said Lot 1, Block 13; thence South 72 feet; thence East 4 rods; thence North 72 feet; thence West 4 rods to the place of beginning, except the East 3 rods and 2 feet thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545585 File #317484F01 Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 Synopsis HASTINGS CHARTER TOWNSHIP Regular Meeting May 11, 2010 All Board members present; Comm. Gibson; 6 guests. Approved consent agenda. Received audit report. Received Treasurer’s Report. Appointed Jenee’ Phillips to Joint Planning Alliance. Paid outstanding bills. Meeting adjourned at 8:25. Submitted by: Bonnie L. Cruttenden, Clerk Attested to by: 77546096 Jim Brown, Supervisor NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Green Rock Investments, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company, of 3608 Sunrise Lane, NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49534, and Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated June 13, 2006, and recorded on July 21, 2006 in Document No. 1167508 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of One Hundred Twenty Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Thirty Six Cents ($123,715.36), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 10.250%, and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on June 24, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. the undersigned will sell at the East door of the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding of the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in the mortgage located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County and which are described as follows: Unit 13 of Whispering Pines, a condominium according to the master deed recorded in Instrument No. 1161320, Barry County records, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46, as amended, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements, as set forth in the above master deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. P.P. #08-16-370-013-00 which is commonly known as Unit 13, Whispering Pines Condominiums, Wayland, Michigan 49348. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. DATED: May 13, 2010 Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa Avenue, NW Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77545987 (616) 458-1315 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark T. Keady, an unmarried man and Mandi B. Synder, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Cendant Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated May 20, 2004, and recorded on June 4, 2004 in instrument 1128784, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Six And 19/100 Dollars ($158,996.19), including interest at 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 19, Town 1 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at a point found by commencing at the South 1/4 post of said Section 19, and running thence with bearings referenced to the Michigan Plane Coordinate System-Zone South, North 88 Degrees 35 Minutes 39 Seconds West on the Section line 2227.81 feet; thence North 00 Degrees 49 Minutes 14 Seconds East, 330.0 feet to the Point of Beginning of this Description; thence North 00 Degrees 49 Minutes 14 Seconds East 227.49 feet; thence North 88 Degrees 35 Minutes 39 Seconds West, 582.17 feet to the Easterly Edge of Doster Road; thence along same around a curve to the left with Radius of 611.75 feet to the far end of a chord which bears South 14 Degrees 21 Minutes 32 Seconds East, 288.86 feet; thence South 88 Degrees 35 Minutes 39 Seconds East, 506.66 feet to the Beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545573 File #318549F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 2010-25587 DE Estate of PAMELA D. HOFMANN, deceased. Date of birth: 04-27-1959. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Pamela D. Hofmann, who lived at 2551 W. Leinaar Road, Delton, Michigan died 04-30-2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Donald H. Dickerson, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court Street, Suite 302, Hastings, Michigan 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 05-18-2010 Donald H. Dickerson P38479 203 E. Michigan Avenue Marshall, Michigan 49068 269-781-9851 Donald H. Dickerson 203 E. Michigan Avenue Marshall, Michigan 49068 77546055 269-781-9851 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Ronald and Linda Dudda-Knutson (“Borrower”) to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 3188 Perch Point Dr, Delton, MI 49046. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of May 21, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after May 21, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. May 21, 2010 By: MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB 629 W State Street, 77542644 Hastings, MI 49058 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles Wait and Jane E. Wait, married, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2006, and recorded on May 9, 2006 in instrument 1164322, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York as trustee for the benefit of the certificate holders CWABS, Inc. asset backed certificates series 2007-9 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Twenty-Two And 99/100 Dollars ($135,422.99), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 3, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 24, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hasting Township, Barry County, Michigan. Subject to all Conditions, limitations and easements of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545568 File #197579F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kathleen J. Peterson and Larry W. Peterson, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 25, 2006, and recorded on September 11, 2006 in instrument 1169834, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York as Successor to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. as Trustee for Holders of SAMI II Trust 2006-AR7 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Thirty Thousand One Hundred Three And 03/100 Dollars ($330,103.03), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3 and the southwesterly 1/2 of Lot 2 of Spring Point Plat, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 70. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545767 File #247321F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy L Hook, and Leona E Hook, Husband and Wife as tenants by entirety, original mortgagor(s), to Bank One, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 1, 2004, and recorded on September 20, 2004 in instrument 1134112, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Three Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Six And 65/100 Dollars ($73,936.65), including interest at 6.65% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 24, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 250 feet West of the Southeast corner of the West 55 acres of the North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 6, thence North 222 feet, thence West 244.5 feet, thence South 222 feet, thence East 244.5 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 27, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #321107F01 77546142 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by RYAN WESTENDORP and ABIGALE WESTENDORP, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated April 18, 2007, and recorded on April 19, 2007, in Document No. 1179517, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Nine Thousand Twenty-Three Dollars and Twelve Cents ($99,023.12), including interest at 6.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on June 10, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION 24, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, CARLTON TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 07 SECONDS WEST, 49.71 FEET ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 24; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 22 MINUTES 25 SECONDS WEST, 210.14 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE M-43 HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY, AS DESCRIBED IN LIBER 247 ON PAGE 455; THENCE SOUTH 54 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 16 SECONDS EAST, 252.42 FEET ALONG THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF THE CLEAR VISION AREA DESCRIBED IN LIBER 247 ON PAGE 433, TO SAID EAST SECTION LINE; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 07 SECONDS WEST, 85.00 FEET ALONG THE SAID EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 24; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 22 MINUTES 25 SECONDS WEST, 275.01 FEET; THENCE NORTH 01 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 07 SECONDS EAST, 273.70 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 24; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS EAST, 275.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77545851 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Richard J. Decker and Tammy J. Decker 12015 Parkway Shelbyville, MI 49344 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: May 27, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 200.5719 ASAP# 77546139 3578023 05/27/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Patricia Hoekstra, a married woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2006 and recorded May 3, 2006 in Instrument Number 1164008, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-HE2, Asset Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2006-HE2 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Three Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Five and 48/100 Dollars ($93,395.48) including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 24, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3 of Balm-Meer according to the Plat thereof Recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 30 in Official Records, together with that part of Lot 4 of said Plat described as: Beginning at the Northwest Corner of Lot 4; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes East 29.0 feet along the North line thereof; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes East 135.00 feet to the South Line of Lot 4; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes West 14.88 feet to the Southwest Corner of said Lot 4; thence North 6 degrees 01 minutes 20 seconds West 135.72 feet to Point of Beginning, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 27, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 209.7132 ASAP# 3582065 05/27/2010, 77546251 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Green Rock Investments, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company, of 3608 Sunrise Lane, NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49534, and Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated June 13, 2006, and recorded on July 21, 2006 in Document No. 1167508 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of One Hundred Twenty Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Thirty Six Cents ($123,715.36), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 10.250%, and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on June 24, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. the undersigned will sell at the East door of the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding of the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in the mortgage located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County and which are described as follows: Unit 2 of Whispering Pines, a condominium according to the master deed recorded in Instrument No. 1161320, Barry County records, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46, as amended, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements, as set forth in the above master deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. P.P. #08-16-370-002-00 which is commonly known as Unit 2, Whispering Pines Condominiums, Wayland, Michigan 49348. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. DATED: May 13, 2010 Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa Avenue, NW Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77545977 (616) 458-1315 �Page 10 — Thursday, May 27, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181674, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of May 12, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety Seven and 19/100 Dollars ($127,797.19) together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage, and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, June 17, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgage before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #15, Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-012-00 UNIT(S) 15, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUM,S A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46, TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgage can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: May 12, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77545933 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181668, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of May 12, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Seven Thousand Ninety Six and 64/100 Dollars ($127,796.64) together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage, and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, June 17, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #14, Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-014-00 UNIT(S) 14, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46, TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: May 12, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77545928 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 STATE OF MICHIGAN IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF BARRY CASE NO. 10-105-CH Honorable James H. Fisher Circuit Court Judge ISABELLA BANK (a/k/a Isabella Bank Corporation, f/k/a Greenville Community Bank); a Michigan Banking Corporation, Plaintiff, Vs. TONY NIELSEN and VALERIE NIELSEN, husband and wife; ARTHUR E. CONE and JOYCE G. CONE, husband and wife; UNITED BANK OF MICHIGAN; UNITED BANK MORTGAGE CORPORATION; and the known and unknown estates, heirs, successors, assigns, and spouses of all said Defendants; and the owners of any and all interests and claimants, Defendants, _______________________________________/ Steve Lobert (P56590) LOBERT & FRANSTED, P.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 119 S. Michigan Avenue, P.O. Box 1015-A Big Rapids, MI 49307 (231) 796-7609 _______________________________________/ ORDER FOR ALTERNATIVE SERVICE At a session of said Circuit Court, in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, on this 21 day of April, 2010 PRESENT: HONORABLE JAMES H. FISHER CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE Upon the motion for Alternate Service made by Plaintiff verifying that service upon Defendants, ARTHUR E. CONE and JOYCE G. CONE, and their estates, heirs, successors, assigns, spouses and any and all interests and claimants (hereinafter “said Defendants”) cannot reasonably be made as provided by Court Rule, to said Defendants: IT IS ORDERED THAT: A. You are being sued in this Court to determine interests in the following described real estate: Lot 34 of Valley Park Shores, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 24. PP#08-16-225-042-00. (Hereinafter “Subject Parcel”) Specifically as it relates to a lien thereon in favor of Defendants, ARTHUR E. CONE and JOYCE G. CONE, recorded at Liber 611, Page 859 of Barry County records. B. Pursuant to Court Rule, you must file your answer or take other action permitted by law in this Court on or before 28 days after the last date of posting and publication of this Order. If you fail to do so, a Default Judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint filed in this case. Said Defendants shall be served process as follows: 1. Plaintiff’s Process Server will post a copy of this order at the Barry County Courthouse and two more public places in Barry County, Michigan, and provide proof of posting to this Court; 2. Plaintiff will publish a copy of this Order once each week for three consecutive weeks in a newspaper within Barry County, the County where the action is pending; and provide proof of publication to this Court; 3. Attorney for Plaintiff shall attempt to serve 1) a copy of this Order; 2) a copy of the Summons and Complaint; and 3) a copy of the Complaint for Mortgage Foreclosure within Exhibits on said Defendants, via regular mail to their last known address of 1700 Bronson Way, Apt. 139, Kalamazoo, MI 49009; and provide an affidavit of mailing to this Court; and 4. That said Defendants be deemed to be served within the life of the Summons upon the first publication, posting and mailing if made before May 27, 2010. 5. This Order does not resolve the last pending claim in this matter, nor close this case. Honorable James H. Fisher (P26437) 77545670 Circuit Court Judge Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Keith M. Hoot and Tonya F. Hoot, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 27, 2004, and recorded on October 6, 2004 in instrument 1135059, and rerecorded on March 2, 2005 in instrument 1142128, and modified by Affidavit or Order recorded on March 2, 2005 in instrument 1142128, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EMC Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Four And 58/100 Dollars ($225,864.58), including interest at 7.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 17, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 60 Acres of the North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, Except a Parcel described as: Beginning at the Northwest Corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 16; Thence East on 1/4 Line 16 Rods; thence South Parallel with the East Line of said Section 20 Rods, thence West at right angles parallel with the South Section Line 16 Rods to the North and South 1/4 Line; thence North on 1/4 Line to Beginning. Also, excepting there from a parcel of land described as: Commencing at the center 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 7 West; thence North 89 degrees 19 minutes 26 seconds East along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 264.00 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing North 89 degrees 19 minutes 25 seconds East along said East and West 1/4 line 660.00 feet; thence South 01 degrees 48 minutes 17 seconds East, parallel with the North and South 1/4 line of said Section, 334.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 19 minutes 26 seconds West parallel with said East and West 1/4 line, 660.00 feet; thence North 01 degrees 48 minutes 17 seconds West parallel with said North and South 1/4 line 334.00 feet to said East and West 1/4 line and the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 20, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545992 File #126531F02 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181665, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of May 12, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Eight Thousand Five Hundred Eighty Seven and 19/100 Dollars ($128,587.19), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage, and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, June 17, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #12, Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-012-00 UNIT(S) 12, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46, TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: May 12, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77545923 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tad Macomber, a married man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2007 and recorded July 2, 2007 in Instrument Number 1182498, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Four Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Four and 17/100 Dollars ($174,254.17) including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 10, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: THAT PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 32, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 769.0 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1/4; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 57 MINUTES EAST 360.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 57 MINUTES EAST 300.0 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 230.80 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 57 MINUTES WEST 300.0 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 230.60 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO AND TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS, EGRESS AND UTILITY PURPOSES OVER A 66 FOOT WIDE STRIP OF LAND, THE CENTER LINE OF WHICH IS DESCRIBED AS: THE PART OF SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 32, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 982.0 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1/4 TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THE CENTERLINE OF SAID EASEMENT; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 57 MINUTES EAST 403.96 FEET TO THE PLACE OF ENDING OF SAID 66 FOOT WIDE EASEMENT. ALSO OVER A 50 FOOT RADIUS CIRCLE THE RADIUS CIRCLE, THE RADIUS POINT OF WHICH IS THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PLACE OF ENDING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 13, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.4457 ASAP# 3563142 05/13/2010, 05/20/2010, 77545840 05/27/2010, 06/03/2010 NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS OF BARRY COUNTY: Notice is hereby given that the Barry County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing for the following Special Use Permits: Case Number SP-1-2010 Cindy Shilton (owner), Kevin Shilton (applicant). Location: 9344 E M-79 Hwy., Section 35 of Castleton Township. Purpose: Requesting a special use permit for a major home occupation (i.e. auto repair facility), in the A zoning district. Meeting Date: June 28, 2010. Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: Community Room, Courts and Law Building at 206 West Court St., Hastings, MI. Site inspections of the above described properties will be completed by the Planning Commission members before the day of the hearing. Interested persons desiring to present their views upon an appeal either verbally or in writing will be given the opportunity to be heard at the above mentioned time and place. Any written response may be mailed to the address listed below or faxed to (269) 948-4820. The special use application(s) is/are available for public inspection at the Barry County Planning Office, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 during the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed between 12-1 p.m.), Monday through Friday. Please call the Planning Office at (269) 9451290 for further information. The County of Barry will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon ten (10) days notice to the County of Barry. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the County of Barry by writing or calling the following: Michael Brown, County Administrator, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058, (269) 945-1284. Pamela Jarvis, Barry County Clerk 77546168 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Green Rock Investments, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company, of 3608 Sunrise Lane, NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49534, and Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated June 13, 2006, and recorded on July 21, 2006 in Document No. 1167508 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of One Hundred Twenty Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Thirty Six Cents ($123,715.36), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 10.250%, and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on June 24, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. the undersigned will sell at the East door of the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding of the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in the mortgage located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County and which are described as follows: Unit 3 of Whispering Pines, a condominium according to the master deed recorded in Instrument No. 1161320, Barry County records, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46, as amended, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements, as set forth in the above master deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. P.P. #08-16-370-003-00 which is commonly known as Unit 3, Whispering Pines Condominiums, Wayland, Michigan 49348. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. DATED: May 13, 2010 Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa Avenue, NW Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77545982 (616) 458-1315 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gilbert M. Encinas and Katherine A. Encinas, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2000, as evidenced by Affidavit Of Lost Document recorded on January 11, 2002 in instrument 1072933, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Fourteen And 38/100 Dollars ($86,314.38), including interest at 8.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of Lots 607 and 608 of the City, Formerly Village of Hastings. According to the Recorded Plat thereof, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545815 File #320827F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Phillip E Geesey, A Married Person and Rachel Geesey His Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Greenridge Mortgage Services, LLC, Mortgagee, dated March 31, 2008, and recorded on April 11, 2008 in instrument 20080411-0003953, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Six Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-Five And 86/100 Dollars ($146,785.86), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 24, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Located in the North 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 14, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of said Section 14 a distance of 623.90 feet West of the Northeast corner of said Section 14; Thence South at right angles to said North section line a distance of 350.00 feet; Thence West 225.00 feet; Thence North 350.00 feet to said North section line; Thence East along said North section line 225.00 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 27, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546121 File #252111F02 REAL ESTATE FORECLOSURE SALE BARRY COUNTY CIRCUIT COURTHOUSE HASTINGS, MI Minimum Bid: $40,976.00 (or best offer above minimum bid) OFFER MUST BE IN FORM OF CERTIFIED CHECK OR MONEY ORDER THE DAY OF THE SALE DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY. 3BR, 1BA, Ranch DATE & TIME OF SALE: June 17, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. ADDRESS OF PROPERTY 322 Madison Street Hastings, MI 49058 FOR INFO CONTACT: 800-349-5097 x4500 For future foreclosure sales and inventory property access our website: www.resales.usda.gov 77546170 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 27, 2010 — Page 11 AMENDED NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by THERON K. CARTER and PAMELA F. CARTER, whose address is 5777 W. Crane Road, Middleville, MI 49333, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, on December 22, 2006 and recorded on Document #1174658 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses the sum of $41,644.42 with interest at the rate of 7.50%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgages, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse, County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on the 10th day of June, at 1:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 7.50%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorneys fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, to wit: THAT PART OF THE S 1/2, SW 1/4, SECTION 17, T4N, R9W, IRVING TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTH 1/4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE 89º54’09” W 1002.0 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LONE OF SAID SECTION TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE S 89º54’09” W 380.62 FEET: THENCE N 00º05’51” W 408.37 FEET; THENCE N 89º54’09” E 70.46 FEET; THENCE N 00º10’33” W 530.84 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE E 1/2 OF THE SAID S 1/2 SW 1/4; THENCE N 89º56’45” E 552.81 FEET ALONG THE S LINE OF THE NORTH 378 FEET OF SAID S 1/2 SW 1/4; THENCE S 00º09’47” EAST 497.79 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE EAST 759 FEET OF SAID S 1/2, SW 1/4; THENCE S 89º54’09” W 145.68 FEET; THENCE S 52º13’24” W 67.79 FEET; THENCE S 21º27’01” W 123.76 FEET; THENCE S 00º33’33” E 284.46 FEET TO PLACE OF BEGINNING. Commonly known as: 5777 W. Crane Road, Middleville, MI 49333 Property Tax Identification No. 08-08-017-00450. The period of redemption will be twelve (12) months from the date of sale. Dated: May 4, 2010 Union Bank of Lake Odessa DRAFTED BY: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 BY: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) 77545648 Attorney for Union Bank NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by GEOFFREY MOFFAT, a single man, ("Mortgagor"), to SBC MORTGAGE, LLC, now a dissolved Michigan limited liability company, dated July 25, 2002, which was duly recorded in the office of the Barry County, Michigan, Register of Deeds on July 30, 2002, as Instrument No. 1084624 (the "Mortgage"). SBC Mortgage, LLC subsequently assigned the Mortgage to Chemical Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, of 2185 Three Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), as confirmed by an assignment of mortgage dated May 6, 2010, and recorded May 14, 2010, as instrument number 201005140004829. By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Twenty Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty Six and 24/100 Dollars ($27,986.24). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 24th day of June, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 16, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at the North 1/4 corner of Section 16; thence South 89°56'48" East 250.00 feet along the North line of said Northeast 1/4; thence South 05°20'00" East 178 feet more or less to the Centerline of Duncan Creek; thence meandering Westerly along said Centerline of Duncan Creek to the North-South 1/4 line of Section 16; thence North 00°33'10" East 212 feet more or less along said North-South 1/4 line to the place of beginning. Together with all the improvements erected on the real estate, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures a part of the property, and all replacements and additions. Commonly known as: Vacant Land on Garbow Road, Middleville, Michigan 49333 P.P. #08-14-016-004-50 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor's heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned. Dated: May 27, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77546433 1788443-1 MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Notice is hereby given that Default has occurred in a Mortgage given by Zackery T. Coenen to the United States of America, acting through the Rural Housing Service or successor agency, United States Department of Agriculture. The Mortgage is dated June 4, 2008 and was recorded on June 5, 2008 in Instrument No. 20080606-0005957 of the Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt which is now Eighty Three Thousand Five Hundred Sixty Eight and 71/100 ($83,568.71) Dollars. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by selling the property described below at a public auction to the highest bidder. The sale will be held on June 17, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan which is the location of the Barry County Circuit Court. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, including interest at the rate of 5.375% per year, legal costs, attorney fees and any taxes or insurance which may be paid by the mortgagee before the sale. The property to be sold is located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan and is more specifically described in the Mortgage as: The North 1/2 of Lot 3 and all of Lot 7, Block 22, THE EASTERN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber A of Plats, Page 2, Barry County Records. The redemption period will expire thirty (30) days from the date of the sale unless a notice is received pursuant to MCL §600.3241a(1)(C) in which case the redemption period will expire six (6) months from the date of the sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ACTING THROUGH THE RURAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, F/K/A THE RURAL HOUSING SERVICE, OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE PREPARED BY: JOHN R. TUCKER, P37348 WINEGARDEN, HALEY, LINDHOLM & ROBERTSON, P.L.C. G-9460 S. SAGINAW STREET, SUITE A GRAND BLANC, MI 48439 77545628 (810) 767-3600 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael Pino, a married man and Kelly Jo Pino, his wife, to Old Kent Mortgage Company now by various resolutions duly known as Fifth Third Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated June 12, 1998 and recorded June 16, 1998 in Instrument Number 1013638, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-Eight and 50/100 Dollars ($122,368.50) including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 17, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The land referred to in this Commitment, situated in the County of Barry, Township of Thornapple, State of Michigan, is described as follows: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at the East 1/4 of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East, 462.92 feet along the East line of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 24 seconds West 657.93 feet parallel with the EastWest 1/4 line of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 00 seconds West 462.92 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 45 minutes 24 seconds East 658.46 feet along said East-West 1/4 line to the point of beginning. Also, subject to and together with an easement for ingress and egress described as follows: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as the East 20.00 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 1 and the Southwest 1/4 of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, the centerline of which is described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of said Section 1; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East, 1317.30 feet along the East line of said Section to the South line of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 1 and the point of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds West, 324.74 feet; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 30 seconds West, 657.31 feet parallel with the East-West 1/4 line of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 00 seconds West 530.20 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section to reference point "A"; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 24 seconds West 528.96 feet to the point of ending. Also that part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at the above described reference point "A"; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 00 seconds West, 200.00 feet to the point of ending of said centerline and also the West 33.00 feet of the West 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, except the South 396.00 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 20, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.6329 ASAP# 3572638 05/20/2010, 05/27/2010, 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010 77546008 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by PANDL DEVELOPMENT, L.L.C., by Denise Pandl and Alfred Pandl, It’s Owners, whose address is 1682 North M-43 Highway, Hastings, MI 49058, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, on June 16, 2008 and recorded at Document #200806160006253 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses, the sum of $208,419.70 with interest at the rate of 6.850%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgage, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse, County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on the 1st day of July, at 1:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 6.850%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorneys fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, to wit: COMMENCING AT THE CENTER POST OF SECTION 20, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, HASTINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN AND RUNNING THENCE NORTH 89º30’ WEST 777 FEET MORE OR LESS, ALONG THE EAST-WEST 1/4 LINE OF SAID SECTION TO THE EAST LINE OF HIGHWAY M-37; THENCE SOUTH 00º11’ EAST 60 FEET ALONG SAID EAST LINE TO THE TRUE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 89º30’ EAST 175 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00º11’ EAST 300 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89º30’ WEST 175 FEET TO THE EAST LINE OF HIGHWAY M-37; THENCE NORTH 00º11’ WEST 300 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT 60 FEET IN WIDTH FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS, THE SOUTH LINE OF WHICH IS COINCIDENT WITH THE NORTH LINE OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PARCEL. RESERVING AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS OVER THE NORTH 6 FEET OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PARCEL. Commonly known as: 300 Meadow Run Drive, Hastings, Mi 49058. The period of redemption will be six (6) months from the date of sale. Dated: May 21, 2010 Union Bank of Lake Odessa DRAFTED BY: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 By: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) 77546239 Attorney for Union Bank MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181671, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of May 12, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety Seven and 19/100 Dollars ($127,797.19), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage, and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, June 17, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #16, Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-012-00 UNIT(S) 16, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46, TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: May 12, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77545918 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by GEOFFREY MOFFAT, a single man, ("Mortgagor"), to SBC MORTGAGE, LLC, now a dissolved Michigan limited liability company, dated July 25, 2002, which was duly recorded in the office of the Barry County, Michigan, Register of Deeds on July 30, 2002, as Instrument No. 1084625 (the "Mortgage"). SBC Mortgage, LLC subsequently assigned the Mortgage to Chemical Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, of 2185 Three Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), as confirmed by an assignment of mortgage dated May 6, 2010, and recorded May 14, 2010, as instrument number 201005140004828. By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Twenty Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty Six and 24/100 Dollars ($27,986.24). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 24th day of June, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 16, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 corner of Section 16; thence South 89°56'48" East 250.00 feet along the North line of said Northeast 1/4 to the place of beginning of this description; thence South 89°56'48" East 460.34 feet along said North line; thence South 00°03'12" West 33.00 feet; thence South 12°34'00" West 395 feet more or less to the centerline of Duncan Creek; thence meandering Westerly along said centerline of Duncan Creek to its intersection with a line which bears South 05°20'00" East from the place of beginning; thence North 05°20'00" West 178 feet more or less to the place of beginning. Together with all the improvements erected on the real estate, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures a part of the property, and all replacements and additions. Commonly known as: Vacant Land on Garbow Road, Middleville, Michigan 49333 P.P. #08-14-016-004-20 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor's heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned. Dated: May 27, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77546438 1788454-1 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jason L. Kious and Carrie A. Kious, husband and wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for America’s Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated January 6, 2005, and recorded on January 20, 2005, as Document Number: 1140397, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWALT 2005-07CB by an Assignment of Mortgage dated March 31, 2009 and recorded April 03, 2009 by Document Number: 20090403-00037253, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Three Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Three and 23/100 ($153,933.23) including interest at the rate of 6.50000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on June 24, 2010 Said premises are situated in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the East 1/2, Southwest 1/4, section 25, town 4 North, range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of said section; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes East 1325.13 feet along the East-West 1/4 line of said section; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds West 542.67 feet along the West line of said East 1/2, Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 16 minutes 30 seconds East 286.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds West 332.02 feet; thence North 89 degrees 16 minutes 30 seconds West 253.01 feet; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 57 seconds West 385.57 feet; thence North 56 degrees 27 minutes 26 seconds West 39.57 feet along the Centerline of Irving Road; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds East 692.52 feet along the West line of said East 1/2 of Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement as described in the "easement description". Easement Description: and Easement for Ingress, Egress, and utility purposes over a 66 foot wide strip of land, the centerline of which is described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of section 25, town 4 North, range 10 West; Thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes East 1325.13 feet along the East-West 1/4 line of said section; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds West 1235.19 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said section; thence South 56 degrees 27 minutes 26 seconds East 39.57 feet along the centerline of Irving Road to the place of beginning of the centerline of said 66 foot wide Easement; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds East 385.57 feet along the East line of the West 33 feet of said East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 to the reference point "B"; thence South 89 degrees 16 minutes 30 seconds East 253.01 feet to the place of ending of said easement. Also over a 66 foot wide strip of land, the centerline of which is described as beginning at the above described reference point "B"; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds East 611.42 feet; thence South 89 degrees 16 minutes 30 seconds East 17.00 feet to reference point "C" and the place of ending of said easement. Also over a 50 foot radius circle, the radius point of which is the above described reference point "C". Commonly known as: 3347 Eagleview Ct The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: May 27, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for the Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a the Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWALT 2005-07CB 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 Case No. 172.01688-2 77546090 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to William R Scott, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 3931 Barryville Rd, Nashville, MI 49073-9720. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. I f the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from May 25, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after May 25, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: May 27, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77546256 File # 326348F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darwin Kosbar and Donna Kosbar, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 6, 2004, and recorded on November 23, 2004 in instrument 1137648, and assigned by said Mortgagee to MidFirst Bank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Nine Thousand Fifty And 60/100 Dollars ($89,050.60), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel of land located in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section 9; thence North 03 degrees 05 minutes 51 seconds East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section, 2028.66 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along said North and South 1/4 line; 237.48 feet; thence South 88 degrees 09 minutes 21 seconds East, 500.00 feet; thence South 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds West, parallel with said North and South 1/4 line, 167.54 feet; thence South 78 degrees 36 minutes 03 seconds West 350.59 feet; thence North 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds West 160.62 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to and together with easement for ingress and egress described as: A 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress and public utilities described as follows: Parcel of land located in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section 9, thence North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section, 2029.23 feet to the point of beginning thence continuing North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along said North and South 1/4 line, 66.06 feet; thence South 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds East 183.62 feet; thence South 50 degrees 22 minutes 08 seconds East 107.35 feet; thence South 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seconds East 122.88 feet; thence South 79 degrees 20 minutes 05 seconds East, 184.57 feet; thence South 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds West 66.58 feet; thence North 79 degrees 20 minutes 05 seconds West 231.32 feet; thence North 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seconds West 142.65 feet; thence North 50 degrees 22 minutes 08 seconds West 68.88 feet; thence North 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds West 160.58 to said North and South 1/4 line and the point of beginning. Parcel of land located in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section 9; thence North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 2029.23 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East, along said North and South 1/4 line, 66.06 feet thence South 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds East, 183.62 feet; thence South 50 degrees 22 minutes 08 seconds East, 107.35 feet; thence South 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seconds East, 320.21 feet; thence South 46 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds East, 134.08 feet; thence North 89 degrees 50 minutes 11 seconds West, 95.79 feet; thence North 46 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds West 80.38 feet; thence North 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seconds West 317.70 feet; thence North 50 degrees 22 minutes 08 seconds West 68.88 feet; thence North 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds West 160.58 feet to said North and South 1/4 line and the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545826 File #318603F01 �Page 12 — Thursday, May 27, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES Like the benefits of a 401(k) or an IRA? Check out the 529 Plan If you have young children, the end of another school year means you are now one year closer to the day when you send them to college — and one year closer to dealing with the high costs of higher education. However, you still have time to save and invest — and one of the best investment choices you can make is a Section 529 college savings plan. In fact, a 529 plan contains, in just one account, some of the key advantages found in other attractive investment vehicles, such as a 401(k) or IRA. Consider the following: • Tax-advantaged earnings — Roth IRA earnings accumulate tax free and are distributed tax free, provided the account is at least five years old and the account owner doesn’t start taking withdrawals until at least age 591⁄2. Similarly, a 529 plan’s earnings accumulate tax free and are distributed tax free, provided they are used for qualified higher education expenses. (Keep in mind, though, that 529 plan distributions not used for qualified expenses may be subject to federal and state income tax and a 10% penalty.) Furthermore, your 529 plan contributions may be deductible from your state taxes. However, 529 plans vary, so be sure to check with your tax advisor. • High contribution limits — For 2010, you can put up to $16,500 into a 401(k) plan, or $22,000 if you’re 50 or older. 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Card of Thanks THANK YOU We would like to thank everyone that attended our wonderful 50th Anniversary celebration on our own day Saturday, May 8th. To Dan, Marcia and Rick, Amy and girls, Gary, Nick and Lacey for planning the party. It was just awesome. God bless everyone and we love you all. So special. Wendell & Wilma Strickland BANKRUPTCY LAW Tromp Law Office are now handling Bankruptcy Cases. Call us for your FREE consultation. Tromp Law Offices 501 W. State Street Hastings, MI 49058 (269)948-9400 Farm EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 Wanted AFFORDABLE MEDICAID PLANNING Tromp Law Offices are now accepting new clients in the area of Medicaid Planning along with all other Trust and Estate Planning needs. TROMP LAW OFFICES 501 W. State Street Hastings, MI 49058 (269)948-9400 BANKRUPTCY LAW Tromp Law Office are now handling Bankruptcy Cases. Call us for your FREE consultation. Tromp Law Offices 501 W. State Street Hastings, MI 49058 (269)948-9400 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: 77543023 The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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Thornapple Kellogg will hold commencement exercises at Bob White Stadium beginning at 7 p.m., and 214 students will receive their diplomas. Friday at 7 p.m., the 212-member Hastings High School Class of 2010 and four foreign exchange students will cross the podium in the high school gymnasium. Maple Valley’s commencement will take place Friday, June 4, at 7 p.m. at the athletics field A total of 92 seniors will receive diplomas, and 22 exchange students will receive honorary diplomas. Delton Kellogg High School will close out local commencement season Sunday, June 6, with ceremonies beginning at 2 p.m. in the school gym. A total of 127 students will receive their diplomas. Organizers said that ceremonies scheduled to be held outdoors will move inside in case of inclement weather. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! 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The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. might start off with a higher percentage of aggressive investments in order to maximize your growth potential. As your child gets closer to college, the plan may take a more conservative approach to help reduce the effects of volatility before you start tapping into the plan. Clearly, a 529 plan has much in common with popular investment vehicles, but it has other characteristics of which you’ll want to be aware. For one thing, the financial aid impact: Assets in a 529 plan are considered an asset of the account owner, usually the parent. Federal financial aid formulas generally expect parents to use a smaller percentage of their assets for college funding. Consequently, you’ll want to explore all aspects of any 529 plan, possibly in consultation with your financial and tax advisors, before taking action. But don’t wait too long — your children will move from day care to dormitories in what seems like a blink of an eye. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. Call 945-9554 for more information. COURT NEWS Jonathan Leroy Thompson, 27, of Hastings was sentenced to nine months in jail after pleading guilty to one count of a sexual offense, failing to report a change of address. On May 21, Judge James Fisher in 5th Circuit Court ordered Thompson to pay $500 in court costs, $60 in crime victims’ rights fees, $60 in state minimum costs, $124 court-assessed late fees and $1,539 in restitution. The charge also stated that he violated the terms of his parole, and Fisher sentenced him to continue on probation as previously ordered. The balance of his jail sentence may be suspended upon entry in the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission. In a separate court case, Thomspon was sentenced to nine months in jail with 61 days credited after pleading guilty to attempted malicious destruction of property, property of police or fire department and a probation violation. He must pay $382 in restitution, $60 crime victim rights, $250 court costs, $68 state costs and $62 courtassessed late fee and is to continue on probation as previously sentenced. The balance of his jail sentence may be suspended upon entry in the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission. One count of malicious destruction of fire or police property, along with habitualoffender, second notice, status were not pursued by the prosecution. Tracy Ann Franklin, 31, of Hastings, pleaded guilty to one count of welfare fraud over $500 and a probation violation to Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court May 20. Franklin was sentenced to between 21 to 72 months in the department of corrections. Fisher also ordered payment of $16,031 in restitution, $60 crime victim rights, $250 court costs, $68 state minimum costs and $62 court-assessed late fee. Court documents stated that Franklin, “did by means of willful false statement or representation by impersonation or other fraudulent device or by using an access device obtain assistance or relief to which she was not entitled” between Aug. 1, 2005 and Dec. 31, 2007. In a separate case, Franklin was sentenced to 44 days in jail and credited for 44 days served in relation to a Dec. 16, 2009, incident after pleading guilty to one charge of attempted false pretense, $1,000 to $20,000. She also was assessed $60 crime victim rights fund and $68 state minimum costs. Paul Birtie Baird II, 28, of Belding, pleaded guilty to fleeing a police officer, fourth offense; assaulting, resisting or obstructing a police officer and a probation violation in front of Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court May 20. Additional charges of assaulting, resisting or obstructing a police officer and operating with a suspended license were no pursued by the prosecution. Baird was sentenced to pay $500 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights and $121 state minimum costs in relation to the March 7 incident. In a separate case, Baird was sentenced to 18 to 48 months for each of two counts assaulting, resisting or obstructing a police officer, to be served concurrently. He also was ordered to pay $500 court costs, $60 crime victim rights fund and $136 state minimum costs in relation to the March 7 incident. Charges of criminal sexual conduct, first degree; larceny from a building; and domestic violence were dropped by the prosecution. Bobbie Joann Hanson, 28, of Battle Creek, pleaded guilty to one count of possessing a controlled substance to Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court May 20. Hanson was sentenced to six months in jail and 36 months of probation stemming from a May 21, 2009, incident. He was assessed $200 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $500 drug court fund, $68 state minimum costs and $180 probation fees. Hanson’s driver’s license will be suspended for 365 days and restricted after 60 days. Hanson also was sentenced to 30 days in jail, credited for 21 days served and also must serve 24 months of probation after pleading guilty to one count of furnishing contraband to a prisoner. Judge Fisher assessed Hanson $240 in probation fees, $60 crime victim rights and $68 state minimum costs. The balance of the jail sentence may be suspended upon successful completion of probation. A charge of delivery/manufacture of a Schedule 4 drug was dismissed by the prosecution. According to court documents, “Hanson did sell or furnish to a prisoner and/or dispose of in a manner that allows a prisoner access to chlordiazepozide, aka Librium.” Rene Espinal-Coronel, 30, of Hastings, pleaded guilty to one count of operating while intoxicated with an occupant less than 16 years of age. Coronel was sentenced to 36 months of probation, 30 days in jail and credited for two days served. Judge Fisher also ordered $500 library fund fines, $60 crime victim rights, $200 court costs, $68 state minimum costs and $300 drug court fund. Coronel also must participate in drug court, and the balance of the jail sentence may be suspended upon successful completion of probation. Jerry Arthur Allerding II, 37, of Nashville, was sentenced to 10 months in jail and 36 months of probation after pleading guilty to one count of operating under the influence of liquor, third offense, before Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court. Allerding must pay $500 library fund fines, $60 crime victim rights, $250 court costs, $68 state minimum costs and $500 to the drug court fund. The charge stems from a Nov. 4, 2009, incident on Thornapple Lake Road. Allerding also must participate in drug court. Enrico Ricardo Plazola, 20, of Hastings, pleaded guilty to operating under in the influence, causing serious impairment of a body function. Court documents indicate that on Sept. 8, 2009, Plazola was driving on M-43 under the influence of marijuana. He was sentenced to 29 days in jail, 36 months of probation and must pay $250 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $500 drug court fund, $68 state minimum costs and $360 probation fees. Two additional charges of operating while intoxicated causing serious injury and once count of controlled substance use were dropped by the prosecution. Joseph Micahel Karout, 31, of Delton pleaded guilty to one count of assault with a weapon to Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court. Karout was sentenced to six months in jail and 24 months of probation stemming from a March 16 incident in which Karout assaulted a person with a pipe “but without intending to commit the crime of murder or inflict great bodily harm less than the crime of murder.” He also was assessed $1,000 court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $68 state minimum and $240 in probation fees. The balance of his jail sentence may be suspended upon payment of $1,128. Charges of unlawful imprisonment and interfering with electronic communications were not pursued by the prosecution. Harold James Uptgraft, 42, of Hastings, pleaded guilty to operating while impaired, third offense in 5th Circuit Court under Judge Fisher May 21. Uptgraft also must pay $100 library fund fines, $60 crime victim rights, $500 court costs and $68 state minimum costs. His driver’s license also was restricted. The balance of the jail sentence may be suspended upon payment of $728. Derek Eugene Wagner, 28, of Delton, pleaded guilty to one count of unlawfully driving away a motor vehicle to Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court on May 20. He was sentenced to seven months in jail and 12 months of probation from the March 28 incident. Wagner must pay $500 court costs, $60 crime victim rights and $68 state minimum costs. The last six months of jail may be suspended upon payment of $628, and Wagner may be discharged from probation upon release from jail and relocation to Illinois. Charges of larceny, $200 or more but less than $1,000, and operating without a license on person were dismissed by the prosecution. CITY OF HASTINGS PUBLIC NOTICE ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 458 The undersigned, being the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the City of Hastings, Michigan, does hereby certify that Ordinance No. 458 TO AMEND CHAPTER 22 OF THE HASTINGS CODE OF 1970, AS AMENDED, BY AMENDING ARTICLE 1, SECTION 22-3 REGULATING SIDEWALK CAFES was adopted by the City Council of the City of Hastings at a regular meeting on the 24th of May 2010. A complete copy of this Ordinance is available for review at the office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM. 77546262 Thomas E. Emery City Clerk �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 27, 2010 — Page 13 Seven girls score the seven goals for Delton in KVA win Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ soccer team scored its tenth win of the season Monday, knocking off Parchment 7-0 in the final game of the Kalamazoo Valley Association Tournament. Seven different girls scored the seven goals for the Panthers, with six girls recording assists too. Brianna Russell, Taylor Peavey, and Taylor Hennessey each had a goal and an assist, and Cara Phelps finished with two assists. Phelps hit a direct free kick to teammate Russell, who put in a shot for the first goal of the game less than ten minutes in. Jaime Risner would score off an assist from Molly Egelkraut just two minutes later, then Taeler Proudfit capped off the first-half scoring off an assist from Sam Zettelmaier with 13:28 left before the break. Peavey and Hennessey assisted each other on goals in the first seven minutes of the second half. The Panthers closed out the scoring with Phelps assisting on a goal by Alejandra Alvarez midway through the half, and Russell assisting Hannah Smith on a goal with 9:44 to play. Katelynn Grizzle earned the shut out in net for Delton, stopping all four shot which came her way. On the other end, Nikki Champion made 23 saves for Parchment. The Panthers were 10-4-1 overall heading into a contest with Fennville last night, and will be back in action this evening at the Kalamazoo Home Schoolers. Delton Kellogg and Pennfield played two one-goal games, which were decided in overtime this year in the KVA. They’ll break their season tie Tuesday as the Delton girls host Pennfield for their Division 3 District opener Lake Odessa Memorial Day services at Lakeside Cemetery will be held at 11 a.m. The VFW will be in charge, with assistance from the Lakewood High School band. Following the service, the Depot complex will be open with its annual military exhibits from noon until 5 p.m. On Friday, May 28, at 7 p.m. the Lake Odessa Area Historical Society will hold its annual tribute to veterans with one chosen from each war. Last year, five veterans were honored. Many interesting items, from all past wars are being pulled out of storage for the public to see and enjoy. 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Edward Jones, which ranked No. 2 on FORTUNE magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” in 2010, is headquartered in St. Louis. The Edward Jones website is located at www.edwardjones.com, and its recruiting Web site is www.careers.edwardjones.com. Grand Ledge man drowns in Woodland Township lake Delton Kellogg’s Molly Egelkraut works to clear the ball out of the Panthers’ end during Monday’s KVA Tournament game with Parchment. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Lakewood golf has a great day in Portland, placing 2nd Thursday was one of the best days ever for the Lakewood varsity boys’ golf program. The Vikings shot a season low 144 at Portland Country Club, good for eight-overpar as a team, and finished second to Portland which shot a 135 at the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division jamboree hosted by the Raiders. “We had to look back in the record archives. In 2005, the boys shot a team nine hole record of 148,” said Lakewood head coach Carl Kutch. “The difference was the track was a par 36, so the team was 4-overpar compared to today’s round of eight-overpar. Regardless, it was an outstanding day for these boys.” Lansing Catholic was third with a 147, followed by Williamston 155, Perry 155, and Corunna 156. “The team played smart, relaxed, and focused,” Kutch said. “We needed this, and the timing is looking very good as we approach districts (next Thursday). Their confidence is really building.” Lakewood’s Taylor Axdorff shot a 35. Jade Bosworth and Royce Everts both added a 36 for the Vikings, and Adam Barker chipped in a 35. “Jade followed up his 38 at The Emerald Wednesday with a 36 today,” said Kutch. “His ball striking is solid and he is making putts. Royce has also made some great progress this year and posted some low nine hole rounds. He made two birdies today and his short game continues to be his strength.” Portland’s Derek Roe was the day’s medallist, firing a six-under-par 28. Portland’s Mitchel Hoppes and Corunna’s Mike Balcom both finished with a one-under-33. Lansing Catholic returned to the top for the third time in six league jamborees Monday as the league met at Glenbriar Golf Course. It took some work to sort out second through fifth place though, as four teams tied with 165’s. The Cougars were first with a score of 157, followed by Portland 165, Lakewood 165, Williamston 165, Corunna 165, and Perry 178. Lakewood’s Kyler Clark had a personal low round of 38, which was the second best individual score of the day, to lead the Vikings. Lakewood also got a 41 from Barker, and a pair of 43’s by Axdorff and Doane. Lansing Catholic’s Michael Maddalena was the day’s medallist with a 36. The CAAC-White will finish off the conference season with the League Meet at Eagle Eye Tuesday. Lakewood heads to The Emerald Golf Course in St. Johns for its Division 2 District Tournament Thursday. Saxons third on stormy day at Hastings CC The Saxon varsity boys’ golf team finished third at its Saxon Pre-District Invitational at Hastings Country Club Friday. The tournament wasn’t completely completed, due to the dangerous weather Friday, but Marshall finished with the day’s best score of 319. Lakewood was second with a 323 followed by the Saxons with a 334. Delton was fourth with a 354, ahead of Maple Valley 355, Parchment 366, Pennfield 370, Saugatuck 384, Grand Rapids Union 395, and Loy Norrix NTS. Hastings’ golfers were able to finish their 18-hole rounds, getting a 78 form Brian Baum, an 81 from John Kalmink, an 83 from Dan Buehler, and a pair of 92’s from Stephen Krammin and Cody Davis. The Saxons will be back in action, with Lakewood, at Thursday’s Division 2 District Tournament at The Emerald Golf Course in St. Johns. Ronald Curtis, 51, of Grand Ledge drowned in Lake Kilpatrick after falling out of his canoe while fishing Thursday, May 20, around 12:45 p.m. Two other fishermen told police they saw the man fall in the water and attempted to rescue him but were unsuccessful. Troopers from the Michigan State Police Hastings Post responded to the lake, located in Woodland Township, and along with other emergency personnel, were directed by the two fishermen to the area where Curtis was last seen. After more than 20 minutes of searching, Curtis was located in eight to 10 feet of water by Woodland Township Fire personnel. Curtis was flown by Aero Med to Spectrum Hospital in Grand Rapids, where he was pronounced dead. He had not been wearing a life jacket. Memorial services were held Monday, May 24, at the Peters and Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. WARBLER WEEKEND, continued from page 7 “Destruction of habitat is one of the reasons that this beautiful warbler is headed for trouble,” Funke said. “Although the Cerulean warbler is relatively small, it requires large parcels of continuous forest to nest. Luckily, the State Game Areas of Barry County provide the perfect nesting grounds for this beautiful blue bird.” Registration for any of the Cerulean Warbler Weekend activities can be done online at the event website www.ceruleanwarbler.org or contact Wendy Tatar at the Michigan Audubon office (517) 886-9144. The website also provides the latest Cerulean Warbler Weekend information, including schedules, maps, and food/lodging options. For additional information on Michigan Audubon visit their website at www.michiganaudubon.org. Freeport Fastpitch Freeport Fastpitch Standings Monday Mentor/Novice #2 Nine-Kasof #1 Hastings Merchants #5 Glenn's Gas & Welding Supplies #4 Thornapple Clean-Up #3 Freeport Independents #6 Freport Milling this weekend. Besides the Friday evening event, the open hours will be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, and 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Leah Abbott was hostess for the morning circle of United Methodist Women of Central United Methodist Church Thursday of last week. Dorothy Barnum was the co-hostess. This is a bit late for reporting on results of the River Run in Grand Rapids on May 8, listed in the Grand Rapids Press. Some ran 25K, others ran a 5K and still others walked a 5K. Some of those listed were residents of Lake Odessa, Clarskville or Woodland, including Marcie Russell, Julie Klynstra, Maggie Kapp, Debbie Blundy, David Schasser, Exorland McDiarmid, Mike Blossom, Keith Russell, Brian Rayner, Pat Bartlett, Kristie Roall, Joanna Elenbaas, Karen Zuver, Charisse Blossom, Barb Schelter, Anthony Fraccarolli, Craig Neeb, Brook Cheney, Woodland, Rebecca Flagel, Sally Mutschler, Tucker Seese, Tyrol Seese, Chris Barry, Kevin Duits (who was 15th in the under 54 age group), Missy Cronk of Clarksville and finally Tabitha Landon of Brown Road (who was fourth in the hand cycle class), Timothy Hoyle of Clarksville and Michael Schasser. The streets are lined with beauty, the flowering bushes are at their best. Many rhododendron bushes are keeping their blossoms. The home of the Stewards on Third Avenue at Fourth Street has two spectacular bushes. On the left of the entry is a lavender bush. On the right is a flaming orange bush to match in size. Another vine worth visiting is the clematis raised by June Mead on Tupper Lake Street. After reading the story of the dismantled factory in Wyoming and its transport to Indiana, one could only hope to be in Hastings on the right day and the proper hour to see the long trailer with its rear engine to help with power and steering. At 300 feet long, it should be quite a sight. POLICE BEAT Near tussle with a police cruiser leads to arrests Hastings Police officers narrowly avoided an accident during the early morning hours of May 5, after a vehicle failed to yield the right of way. The officers were westbound on Apple Street when an eastbound vehicle driven by Zachery Cheney, 26, from Hickory Corners turned north onto Michigan Avenue in front of the westbound cruiser. Cheney told the officer he didn’t realize the light was red and said he thought it was a four-way stop intersection. Cheney also told the officers he was taking his passengers home because they had had too much to drink. The officers said it was obvious that Cheney had been consuming intoxicants. After further investigation, Cheney was found to have a blood alcohol level of .14 percent. Officers spoke with the passengers, a 21-year old female, from Nashville and Rex Jarman III, 30, from Hastings. Both were found to be in possession of open intoxicants, and Taggart was also found to be in possession of marijuana. Cheney and Taggart were placed under arrest and lodged at the Barry County Jail. Jarman was cited for the open intoxicants offense and was released. Trio arrested for stolen tunes and assault Hastings Police arrested three area teens May 20 on charges of home invasion, first degree. The incident was previously reported in the May 6 edition of the Hastings Banner. The suspects, Dion Kruse, 18, Robert Parsons, 19, and Zachery Rankin, 17, all from Hastings, were arrested for their involvement in the illegal entry of an apartment in the 500 block of East Green Street on May 3. The 17-year-old victim, an acquaintance of the suspects, told officers the three teens had entered his apartment without permission, a fight ensued, and after the suspects left apartment, the victim found that his cell phone, an iPod and his wallet were missing. The three teens are currently lodged in the Barry County Jail. Kruse is facing additional charges for assaulting the victim. Alarm scares off intruders Barry County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to alarm activation at Middle Lake Market on Barber Road in Hastings just after 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 23. The alarm company reported that glass had been broken. Upon arrival, deputies discovered that intruders had removed an exhaust fan and entered the building through the hole. Nothing was taken in the incident, and deputies believe the intruders ran out the front door when the alarm sounded. TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held by the Prairieville Township Planning Commission on June 16, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at the Prairieville Township Hall, 10115 S. Norris Road, within the Township. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the item(s) to be considered at this Public Hearing include, in brief, the following: 1. A request by Terry Geerligs, 11381 North Drive, Plainwell, MI 49080 for a Special Land Use Permit and Site Plan Review for an Accessory Building on a vacant lot across the street from residence. The subject property 12-320-029-10 is located within the “R2” Residential District. 2. A request by Janis Laurens, 11337 East DF Avenue, Richland, MI 49083 for a Special Land Use Permit and Site Plan Review for an expansion on a nonconforming building because of a roof overhang and deck at 11954 Lakeway, Plainwell, MI 49080. The subject property 12-540-018-00 is located within the “R2” Residential District. 3. A request by William Kline, 14310 Kane Road, Plainwell, MI 49080 for a Special Land Use Permit and Site Plan Review for an home occupation and storage of vehicles. The subject property 12-030-002-50 is located within the “A” Agricultural District. 4. A request by Marty Harger, 12626 Merlau Avenue, Plainwell, MI 49080 for a Special Land Use Permit and Site Plan Review for an Accessory Building on a front yard. The subject property 12-360-035-00 is located within the “R2” Residential District. 5. A request by Timothy Piper, 15223 East S Avenue, Fulton, MI 49052 for a Special Land Use Permit and Site Plan Review for an Accessory Building on a vacant lot across the street from residence at 11632 Breezy Point, Plainwell, MI 49080. The subject property 12-160-013-00 is located within the “R2” Residential District. 6. Such other and further matters as may properly come before the Planning Commission for this meeting. 3-0 2-1 2-1 1-2 1-2 0-3 All interested persons are invited to be present or submit written comments on this matter(s) to the below Township office address. Prairieville Township will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Prairieville Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Prairieville Township Clerk at the address or telephone number set forth below. Jim Stoneburner, Township Supervisor 10115 S. Norris Road, Delton, MI 49046 269-623-5175 �Page 14 — Thursday, May 27, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Saxon boys defend their regional title at Charlotte TKHS girls second to DeWitt by one point by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Hastings scored in 14 events, won four of them, and took home its second regional championship in two years Monday at Charlotte High School. The Saxons won their Division 2 Regional Meet by nine points over second-place DeWitt, 96.5 to 87.5. Thornapple Kellogg’s girls came up just short of winning their third straight regional title, falling by a point to DeWitt’s girls 125-124. “I haven’t counted, but I think this is the most we’ve ever qualified for the state finals,” said Saxon boys’ coach Paul Fulmer, who’ll get to finish up his coaching career at the MITCA Team State Finals this Saturday in Jenison and the MHSAA State Finals in Zeeland the following Saturday. “Just having depth across the board did it for us again, although we did have a few champions.” The Saxons had more champions than any other boys’ team, taking four regional titles. Ionia, Parma Western, and DeWitt had three regional titles each. Brandon Bower won both throws for the Saxons, taking the discus with a mark of 143 feet 9 inches, and the shot put at 48-9. Bower thought it was a great day for the team, but just a so-so day for himself. “I was hoping to do better in the discus,” The Saxons’ Clint Brill lets loose a throw in the shot put during Monday’s Division 2 Regional Meet at Charlotte High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Bower said. “I threw 143 (feet) and I powered that. I didn’t really get any spin on it. In the shot put, it didn’t look too good going into the finals, then I popped it out at the end.” “I’m pretty stoked about going to state in both events though.” Bower passed 50 for the first time in the shot put at the Hastings Relays early this season, and knew he had a chance at the state finals after that. “I was like, all right. That’s the way I want to finish out the season. I started crushing it after that.” One of his throwing partners, Dewey Slaughter, took the day’s high jump championship by clearing 6-2. The Saxons other regional championship came in the 1600meter run where Troy Dailey finished in 4 minutes 30.10 seconds. The top two finishers in each even and others who met preset times and distances earned spots in the Division 2 State Finals. The Saxons’ Gordon Conley qualified for the state finals in both hurdle races, finishing second behind Charlotte’s Zach Ruswick (14.70) in the 110-meter event with a secondplace time of 14.90 and behind Marshall’s Jamar Wimberly (38.90) in the 300-meter intermediate hurdles with a time of 40.50. Conley also teamed with Ben Kolanowski, Dailey, and Patrick Lowe in qualifying for the finals in the 1600-meter relay with their fourth-place time of 3:28.90. Loew anchored that relay team, and also qualified for the finals in the 400-meter dash, where he was third in 50.80. Thornapple Kellogg had two state qualifiers, with Matt Raymond winning a regional title in the pole vault by clearing 13-3 and Matt Raymond scoring a second-place time of 1:59.20 in the 800-meter run. Thornapple Kellogg’s girls still had hope of winning a third straight regional title heading into the final event, the 1600-meter relay, trailing DeWitt by four points. The Trojan team of Hana Hunt, Stephanie Ryfiak, Cassie Hastings’ Taylor Simpson unleashes a throw in the discus during Monday’s regional meet at Charlotte. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxons gets to play for fifth in Gold, after topping ‘Cats Hastings earned the right to travel to Middleville, to face off against Thornapple Kellogg last night with fifth place in the O-K Gold Conference Tournament on the line. The Saxons opened the league tournament by falling to South Christian Friday 5-0, but bounced back to beat Wayland in its first consolation match 2-0 Monday night. The Saxons got a goal from Kelsi Herrington with 15 minutes to play in the first half, then added a second goal off the head of Morganne Hubbell five minutes in to the second half. Saxon head coach Sarah Smith said that her girls controlled the play in the offensive end for about 80-percent of the game against the Wildcats. Dani Meredith beat two Wildcats up the left side of the field, then sent a pass to the far post which Herrington put in for the first goal. Hubbell headed in a corner kick by Haley Wagner for the second. Wayland picked up its play a bit after the second Saxon goal, but keeper Breonna Sinclair was able to make a couple great saves to keep them off the scoreboard. Sinclair and Jena Bailey teamed up in net for the shut out. Smith said her defensive unit of Veronica Hayden, Ashley Purdun, Jennifer Feldpausch, Lexi Dakin, Kelsi Herrington, Haley Wagner, and Alaina Case played great, and that the offense of Meghan Vanzyl, Brittany Hickey, Dani Meredith, Tauri Schils, Morganne Hubbell, and Ashley Nurenberg produced many fine chances.. SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org THURSDAY, MAY 27 TBA SATURDAY, JUNE 5 Boys Varsity Golf Districts@The Emeralds- A St. Johns 7:00 pm Honors Night 10:00 am Girls Varsity Softball 10:00 am Boys Varsity Track FRIDAY, MAY 28 7:00 pm Graduation 10:00 am Girls Varsity Track TUESDAY, JUNE 1 12:30 pm Boys Varsity Baseball 7:30 am 4:30 pm 4:30 pm 6:00 pm Spring All Conference Pictures @ Caledonia Boys Varsity Track Barry Co. Meet @ Delton A Girls Varsity Track Barry Co. Meet @ Delton A Girls Varsity Soccer Districts @ Plainwell A Dist. @ Gull Lake vs. Comstock Ind. State Finals @ Zeeland Ind. State Finals @ Zeeland Dist. @ Gull Lake vs. Comstock A A A A Thanks to This Week’s Sponsor: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2 6:15 pm Girls Varsity Softball Fennville High School DH Game 1 Fennville High School DH Game 2 H H Times and dates subject to change. HASTINGS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Contact Laura 948-0506 to Sponsor the Sports Schedule PRECISION AUTO BODY REPAIR, INC. 819 E. Railroad, Hastings (269) 948-9472 77546066 4:15 pm Girls Varsity Softball The Saxon varsity boys’ track and field celebrates its second consecutive Division 2 Regional Championship at Charlotte High School Monday. Hastings bested second-place DeWitt 96.5 to 87.5 for the title. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Holwerda, and Danielle Fredenburg did its part by staying undefeated in the race with a winning time of 4:08.80, but DeWitt managed to edge Hastings for fourth place by half a second to win the regional title by a point. The Saxon girls had a fine day at the regional, with three state qualifying performances. The 400-meter relay team of Jessica Czinder, Brittany Morgan, Gabby Eaton, and Jessica Lee set a new school record with its third-place state qualifying time of 50.80. The Thornapple Kellogg team of Rachel Young, Stephanie Betcher, Brittany London, and Ryfiak also qualified for state in that event with a fourth-place time of 51.30. The Saxon girls team has a state qualifier in each hurdle event too, as Morgan was third in the 100-meter hurdles in 15.80 and Nichole Redman was second in the 300-meter low hurdles with a time of 48.10. DeWitt’s Tori Desira won both hurdle races taking the 100 in 14.90 and the 300 in 45.40. DeWitt also had Takira Moore win the long jump at 16-11 and the 100-meter dash in 12.50, and the Panthers took wins in the 3200-meter relay, the 3200-meter and 800meter relay races. The Trojans won four other regional titles, with London clearing 10-9 in the pole vault, Fredenburg finishing the 400 in 1:00.90, and Allyson Winchester winning the 1600 in 5:12.50 and the 3200 in 11:33.20. The Trojan girls’ other state qualifiers are Hunt, who was second in the 400 in 1:01.20, Webster who placed fourth in the pole vault at 9-3, Erin Ellinger who was second in the discus with a mark of 107-7, and the 800-meter and 3200-meter relay teams which were third and second respectively. Lakewood had one state qualifier, Kelley Daniels, who placed second in the high jump by clearing 4-11. Behind the top two girls’ teams, Lansing Waverly finished with 55 points, Hastings 51.5, Eaton Rapids 41.5, Coldwater 37, Mason 35.5, Lakewood 34.5, Jackson Northwest 33, and Harper Creek 29 in the top ten. Mason was third in the boys’ standings behind Hastings and DeWitt with 74 points, followed by Ionia 59, Coldwater 58, Harper Creek 53.5, Waverly 52.5, Charlotte 47, Parma Western 40, Marshall 30, Lakewood 26, Thornapple Kellogg 21, Eaton Rapids 14, Pennfield 2, and Jackson Northwest 2. The Saxon 400-meter relay team of Jessica Czinder, (from left) Brittany Morgan, Gabby Eaton, and Jessica Lee is joined by coach Brian Teed as it celebrates its school record time of 50.80 seconds in the event, which qualified it for a spot in the state finals at Monday's regional meet. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hastings’ Jacob Comer clears 12 feet 4 inches in the pole vault Monday at the Division 2 Regional Meet hosted by Charlotte. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Vikes clinch share of league title There was still a lot of baseball to be played in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division this spring when the Vikings finished up, but they know that they are champions. Lakewood’s varsity baseball team improved to 8-2 in the CAAC-White by sweeping league double headers with Portland and Corunna this week, and clinched at least a share of the league title. Portland still had double headers left to play with Lansing Catholic and Williamston. The two losses the Vikings handed to the Raiders were their second and third of the conference season. Lansing Catholic and Williamston both had two league losses as of Friday. “Ideally, Portland would split with both of them,” said Lakewood head coach Keith Carpenter, which would mean the Vikings win the league title outright. “Our kids were very focused on Wednesday in practice and were very focused Thursday as far as doing our part in winning a league championship,” Carpenter said. “I was very proud of the way they were focused on what was at hand.” The Vikings topped Corunna 11-8 in the opener Thursday, then won game two 9-2, with a seven-run out burst in the fourth inning when they were running out of chances. Game two was shortened to six innings because of darkness. Cody Brown pitched the Vikings to the game two win, allowing just the two runs in the opening inning. He gave up six hits and struck out six. Spencer Schuiling, who pitched the Vikings to the game one win, had three RBI’s in the game two victory. Brown had two RBI’s himself, and Cody Guile added one. Zach Innes and Guile were the two Vikings with multiple hits in the second game. It was a bit of a rocky outing for Schuiling in the opener, as he gave up nine hits and walked five through six innings, but he also struck out nine. Lakewood scored six runs in the first inning, then after the Cavaliers pulled to within 8-5 after four innings the Vikings tacked on three more runs in the fifth for some insur- ance. Brian Satterly, Thomas Ackerson, Ryne Musbach, and Alex Schuiling had tow hits each for the Vikings in the opener, with Ackerson driving in a pair of runs and Satterly one. Carpenter was happy to see his team finish off the two league double headers, after winning the opener in league contest with Lansing Catholic and Williamston only to be beaten in the second game. “We finally have done that this week,” Carpenter said. “We’ve swept four double headers in a row, so I think they finally got my message on how important it is to play all night long.” Timely hitting was the key to the Vikings’ two wins over Portland last Monday. Lakewood’s fine season has earned it a spot in the Diamond Classic, and the Vikings were slated to face Owosso at Municipal Park in Lansing Wednesday, and return to action Friday against Olivet. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, May 27, 2010 — Page 15 Hastings wins 5 of last 6, finishes with 20 wins by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The visitors scored two come from behind wins Thursday in Middleville, meaning it was a split between the Thornapple Kellogg and Hastings varsity girls’ softball teams. Hastings scored six runs in the top of the sixth inning, and went on to a 9-5 win over the Trojans in game one. In game two, Thornapple Kellogg scored five runs in the top of the seventh and went on to a 9-6 win. The Saxons went on from there to score sweeps in their league double headers with Grand Rapids Catholic Central and Ottawa Hills, improving to 20-14 overall on the season and ending the O-K Gold Conference season with an 8-6 mark. “Winning these final two games (Tuesday against Ottawa Hills) allowed us to reach two of our goals that we set at the beginning of the year, a 20-win season and finishing in the top half of the conference,” said Hastings head coach Doug Griggs. Both the Saxons and the Trojans felt like the should have won both ball games Thursday, as errors played a big part on both rallies as well as a number of the other scoring opportunities in each game. “We should have won both,” said Griggs. “That was a rough seventh inning. Too many mistakes. It should have been our game. It’s something we’ve got to put behind us. We play three double headers between now and next Tuesday.” A walk and an error put TK’s Jessica Crawford and Lindsay Hodges on base to start the top of the seventh inning in game two. Stephannie Gonzalez followed with an RBI double , then came a two run-single off the bat of Emma Bishop which put the Trojans in front. Six of the first seven Trojans who came to the plate in the inning would score. “It’s just momentum and momentum Hastings’ Morgan Stowe drills a triple to left field in the top of the sixth of game one against Thornapple Kellogg Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) swings just go back and fourth. You can teach them anything you want, but this game’s just about momentum,” said TK head coach Rich Palmer. The momentum swung the Saxons’ way in the top of the sixth inning of game one. Morgan Stowe started the rally for the Saxons with a triple to the left field fence, then two singles and three Trojan errors allowed the next five Hastings batters to reach base. Each of those first six Saxons to step to the plate in the inning would eventually step on it after rounding the bases. Emma Bishop pitched all 14 innings for the Trojans. She gave up ten hits and four walks in the game two loss while striking out six. In game one, Bishop allowed nine hits and one walk while striking out 12. Crawford had three singles in the opener for TK, scored two runs and had an RBI as well. Hastings’ Sam Watson had three hits, including a pair of doubles and scored two runs in the Saxon win. Her teammate Alex Wendorf had a pair of RBI’s, and was also the winning pitcher giving up eight hits and two walks while striking out eight. Tara Harding took the game two loss for Hastings, giving up ten hits, while striking out six and walking four. Liz Polmanteer led the TK attack in the game two win, going 4-for-4 with two runs and two RBI’s. Gonzalez was 3-for-4 with two runs and an RBI, and Bishop finished with one hit, two RBI’s, and two runs scored. Hastings’ Wendorf, Shelby Roush, and Morgan Stowe all had two hits in the second game. The Saxons bounced back to win four in a row in the O-K Gold since then. They swept a league double header with Grand Rapids Catholic Central in Hastings Saturday, then took two at Ottawa Hills Tuesday afternoon. Hastings topped the Cougars 10-5 and 8-2 Saturday. In the opener with GRCC, Hastings jumped out to a big early lead only to see the Cougars battle back. The Saxons were up 5-0 after two innings, but by the middle of the fourth were up only 6-5. Saxon pitcher Harding wasn’t rattled by the Cougars’ come back, and shut them down the rest of the way. Hastings tacked on a run in the bottom of the fourth, as Roush doubled and came around to score on a ground out and a pass ball. The Saxons then added three runs in the sixth with back to back base hits from Christa Mathis and Harding, and RBI ground out from Roush, and a run-scoring triple from Gorodenski. That was Gorodenski’s third hit of the ball game. She also had RBI singles in the first and second innings. Harding got the complete game win, striking out seven batters and walking five while allowing six hits. In game two, Harding also went the distance and earned the win, striking out two and giving up just four hits. The Saxons took the lead early in game two too, getting four runs in the first thanks in part to an RBI single from Stowe, a two-run triple by Roush, and an RBI ground out off the bat of Gorodenski. The Saxons would go on to add another run in the second, one in the third, and two in the The Saxons’ Sam Watson hits the brakes and watches the play after advancing to third on a wild pitch during the top of the fifth inning of game one in Middleville Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxon shortstop Katie DeVries looks to first after forcing out Thornapple Kellogg’s Stephannie Gonzalez at second base during the bottom of the fifth of game one Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) sixth. Harding had an RBI single in the sixth, and Katie DeVries and Christie Engle also had RBI’s in the contest. The Saxons topped Ottawa Hills 15-0 and 18-0 Tuesday. Harding, Stowe and Gorodenski had two hits each in game one. One of Gorodenski’s hits was a home run, her second of the season. She would finish with three RBI in the game. In game two, Gorodenski would continue to swing a hot bat as she tripled and singled and drove in five more runs. Roush also got two hits in the game. Harding earned both wins on the mound for the Saxons giving her a total of 15 pitching victories on the season. The Saxons will now have more than a week to get ready for the district tournament in Gull Lake on Saturday, June 5. The Saxons are scheduled to play Comstock in their opening game of the tournament. Saxons have first back-to-back 20-win seasons Pettengill (5-3), struck out eight in the opener as he threw his second consecutive shut-out. The Saxons scored one in the opening inning of game one, added three runs in the second, three in the third, and then sealed the win with a four-run sixth inning. Three walks and an RBI double from Tim Hanlon highlighted the third inning rally, which put the Saxons up 7-0. Hanlon had another big hit in the four-run sixth, an RBI single after a pair of walks. Mitchell Brisboe followed with a sacrifice that led to another Hastings run, then Downs and Pettengill blasted consecutive RBI doubles. Downs, Hanlon, and Pettengill each finished the opener with two RBI’s each. Hanlon, Downs, and Brisboe had two hits each. Hastings suffered a 7-5 non-conference defeat at East Kentwood Saturday. Wallace tied the game in the top of the seventh inning with a three-run home run, but then East Kentwood won it in the bottom half with a home run of its own. “It was another great high school baseball game that had a little of everything,” Evans said. “Our kids played great defense, and Matt Feldpausch and Dylan Downs were terrific in the field. Nick comes up with a clutch home run, but we had other great at-bats from Zack Passmore and Dylan Downs. Our pitching was solid. It came down to Kentwood getting the last big hit.” East Kentwood led 4-1 after four innings, and 5-2 after five. Downs singled to start the Saxons’ seventhinning rally. Later, McLean would single to put runners at first and second. With two strikes on him, Wallace drove the next pitch The Saxons’ Matt Feldpausch drives a triple over the center fielder’s head during the top of the second of game two Tuesday at Ottawa Hills. (Photo by Brett Bremer) over the right field fence to tie the game at five. Wallace finished the contest with four RBI’s, his homer and double. Downs had three hits. From the mound, Kevin Maurer got the start for the Saxons and went five strong innings. He allowed seven hits. Brisboe (0-1) then came in to pitch the final two frames. Hastings closed out its series sweep of South Christian in the O-K Gold last field fence to put the Saxons in front. “As tough as the game was tonight we were able to survive one tough inning and we got just enough pitching, hitting, and defense to save the day,” Evans said. “It was a big momentum swing for us too (to sweep this series), after losing three games last week. We still have some tough ones left, but this group of young men find a way to win and I am happy for their success. They worked hard to get to this point.” McLean, now 8-1 on the year, threw the complete game. He allowed only two hits , two earned runs and struck out five. McLean and Wallace had two hits each, with McLean adding a double to his home run. The Saxons were 13-7 in the O-K Gold Conference heading into Wednesday’s game with Ottawa Hills in Hastings. Vikes open CAAC tourney with 2-0 win over Bulldogs Lakewood got two first-half goals, then beefed up its defense in the second half to beat Ionia 2-0 in the opening round of the Capital Area Activities Conference Tournament Wednesday. The Vikings outshot the Bulldogs 20-8, getting 14 of those shots in the first half. Shannon Morse found the back of the net for the first time with one of those shots with just over 15 minutes remaining in the first half. She took a pass in the middle of the field from teammate Ashley Durham and shot it past the Bulldog keeper. Less than six minutes later, Durham got a 77546103 With a double header sweep at Ottawa Hills Tuesday, Hastings’ varsity baseball team scored its 20th and 21st victories of the season. This marks the first time in the history of the program that the Saxons have won at least 20 games in back to back seasons. Hastings scored 24 victories a year ago. “Hastings has had great teams,” said Saxon head coach Marsh Evans. “We play more games now, but you’ve still got to win them.” The Saxons didn’t have any trouble winning in Grand Rapids Tuesday. They took the opener against the Bengals 11-0 in six innings, then took game two 12-0 in five innings. Ottawa Hills managed just one hit off of Saxon starting pitchers Eric Pettengill and Matt Feldpausch (4-2). Feldpausch threw a no-hitter in the game two victory, striking out ten. Those were the ninth and tenth shut-outs of the season for the Saxon pitching staff, and the second no-hitter of the year by a Saxon starter. The Saxons scored six times in the opening inning of game two, taking advantage of four walks and sending 11 batters to the plate. They got an RBI double off the bat of Nick Wallace in the inning, and RBI singles from Feldpausch and Zack Passmore. Hastings added two more runs in the second, one in the fourth, and then three in the top of the fifth. Riley McLean led off the second inning rally with a double, and scored on a triple by Feldpausch. The fifth inning rally featured a double by Kevin Maurer, and a two-run single from Dylan Downs. Feldpausch led the Saxon hitters with a pair of singles, a triple and three RBI’s. Downs matched those three RBI’s, and Pettengill had two. Hastings’ Kevin Maurer gets a short lead of second base after a one-out double in the top of the fifth inning of game two Tuesday at Ottawa Hills. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Thursday, scoring a 4-3 win over the Sailors. The Saxons allowed just two South Christian hits in each of the three league games. “To see three consecutive two-hitters is almost unbelievable,” Evans said, “and to go back to the second game of last weekend’s wooden bat tournament our last four games our pitchers have thrown a one-hitter and then the three two-hitters. That is a great job by our pitchers and solid defense as well.” One of those Sailor hits, combined with a pair of walks and a Saxon error led to a threerun bottom of the fourth for South Christian and a 3-1 lead. The Saxons rallied in the top of the fifth. Kendall reached with a one-out single, and stole second. He would come home on a twoout RBI-single from Pettengill. McLean then launched a two-run home run over the left- goal of her own by ringing a shot off the far post and into the net after pulling in a pass from Chelsie Doran. Lakewood head coach Paul Gonzales said he knew that Ionia had a couple of strong shooters, capable of scoring from the outside, and that was why the Vikings focused on playing good team defense in the second half. The decision paid off, with the defensive effort being led by Alyssa Grooters, Alicia White, and goal keeper Shannon Bridget who saved all eight shots against her net. Gonzales added that Whitney Holaski played a great game on both ends of the field. HASTINGS AREA SCHOOL SYSTEM Hastings, Michigan POSTINGS for Coaching Positions May 20th, 2010 Coaching Positions Available: Starting Date Sub-varsity Girls Volleyball (August 2010) Boys JV Soccer Coach (August 2010) Boys Varsity Track Coach (March 2011) Minimum Requirements: Be of good character. Be in good health. Applicants must have good public relations and interpersonal skills and enthusiasm for working with students. Knowledge of the sport you are applying for is required. Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma. Persons applying should have the ability to get along with students, parents and other coaches. In addition, it is preferable for applicants to have coaching experience at or near the level for which they are applying. Posting will be for a minimum of 5 days or until filled. Persons interested in applying for this position must submit a letter of application to: Mike Goggins Athletic Director Hastings Area Schools 520 W. South St. Hastings, MI 49058 THE HASTINGS AREA SCHOOL SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. �Page 16 — Thursday, May 27, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Delton Kellogg boys regional runners-up at Constantine A couple regional championships, seven state qualifying performances, and a number of other medal winning performances added up to a runner-up finish for the Delton Kellogg varsity boys’ track and field team at Monday’s Division 3 Regional Meet hosted by Constantine. The Panthers finished second to Bronson in the team standings, 79.66 to 74.33. Matt Ingle qualified for the Division 3 State Finals, which will be held June 5 at Comstock Park High School, in three events. He won the pole vault by clearing 13 feet six inches, and also placed fourth in the 300meter hurdles with a qualifying time of 41.20 seconds, and was third in the long jump at 206. Teammate Tyler Bourdo will be one of the many Panthers joining him at the state finals, after Bourdo had a runner-up finish in the long jump by flying 20-10.5 and also met the qualifying time with a third-place time of 51.70 in the 400-meter dash Monday. The top two finishers in each event at the regional, and others who met predetermined times and distances qualified for the state finals. The other three state qualifying performances for the Delton boys’ team came from the regional champion 3200-meter relay team of Tyler Dempsey, Austin Ketola, Jordan Bourdo, and Tyler Bourdo which finished in 8 minutes 30.70 seconds, Jake Homister who tied for second in the high jump by clearing 57, and the 1600-meter relay team which was second in 3:23.70. The Delton girls team placed fourth on the day, and had four state qualifying performances. Katie Searles was the Panther girls’ team’s lone regional champion, winning the 100-meter hurdles in 16.10. Teammate Andrea Polley qualified with her third place time of 47.70 in the 300-meter hurdles, and Searles was just short in that event with a fourth-place time of 49.20. The Panther 400-meter and 800-meter relay teams also qualified for the finals thanks to their times. The 800-meter relay group was third in 1:51.0, and the 400-meter relay team fourth in 52.50. While the Delton boys’ team had a number of state qualifiers in the field, the team had a good day on the track as well. In the 800meter run, Austin Ketola was third in 2:04.80 and Connor Wolschleger seventh in 2:08.70. Ryan Watson scored in both the distance events, finishing fifth in the 3200 with a time of 10:35.70 and seventh in the 1600 in 4:40.90. Delton’s Jake Homister also placed eighth in the 110-meter high hurdles with a time of 16.30. There were two two-time individual regional champions on the boys’ side Monday, both from the Kalamazoo Valley Association. Galesburg-Augusta’s Jacob Mills won the shot put with a throw of 46-8.5 and the discus at 136-4. Parchment’s fine distance runner Stu Crowell took the 800 in 2:00.30 and won the 1600 in 4:29.90. Bronson only had two champs on the day, Anthony Myers who took the long jump at 21-6.5, and Mitchell Klingler who won the 3200 in 10:00.80. Other scorers for the Delton girls included the third place 1600-meter relay team and the seventh place 3200-meter relay team. The Panthers’ Jolene Drum was third in the 800 with a time of 2:32.10, Hannah Williams was third in the 400-meter dash in 1:02.00, and Delton had two scorers in the high jump with Abby Culbert tying for fourth at 4-8 and Amanda Mikolajczyk tying for seventh at 4-6. Schoolcraft took the girls’ championship on the day, with 128.5 points, followed by Berrien Springs 80, Bronson 59, Delton 57.5, Watervliet 56, Dowagiac 45, Lawton 42, Parchment 39, Coloma 33, and Bangor 32 in the top ten. Dowagiac sprinter Kaisha Martin won three events, taking the 100-meter dash in 11.90, the 200 in 26.10, and the long jump with a mark of 16-4. Schoolcraft’s girls won the 400-meter, 800- meter, and 3200-meter relay races, and got individual wins from Alicia Dorko in the pole vault (9-6), Kara Craig in the high jump (5-0), and Katilee Bensley in the 1600 (5:43.50). D3 Regional at Laingsburg Final results were not available, but Maple Valley 11 state qualifying performances between the boys and girls at Monday’s Division 3 Regional Meet in Laingsburg. The Lion boys’ team finished second to Ovid-Elsie in the team standings, led by sprinter Jimmy Brown who qualified for the state finals in both the 100 and the 200, and helped the Lions to qualify for state in both the 400-meter and 800-meter relay races. Maple Valley’s boys will also get the chance to defend their state title in the 1600meter relay. Other individual qualifiers for the Maple Valley boys are Garrett Reid in the long jump and Josh Burd in the 300-meter hurdles. Elizabeth Stewart from the Lion girls’ team qualified for the state finals in the long jump, the 100-meter dash, and the 400-meter dash. She’ll be joined at the finals by teammate Lyndsey Rhoades who qualified in the 100meter hurdles. Delton boys fifth in the KVA, Wandell fifth as an individual Hackett Catholic Central three guys among the top four scorers and five of the top 12 at Monday’s Kalamazoo Valley Association championship at The Lynx Golf Course. The Fighting Irish won the KVA championship its score of 320 at the league tournament. Kalamazoo Christian was second on the day with a 342, followed by Pennfield 356, Schoolcraft 362, Delton Kellogg 364, Parchment 368, Maple Valley 378, Olivet 398, and Constantine 414. Delton Kellogg was led by Mitchell Wandell, who’s 79 was good for fifth place individually. Maple Valley’s Caleb Walker tied Hackett’s David Cooper and Brock Downs for tenth place with an 88. Hackett also got a pair of 77’s from Jon Christ and Ted Rider, and a 78 from Jack Rider. Those were three of the top four scores of the day, along with Christian’s Bailey Matheison who shot a 78. Delton also got a 94 from Tyler Vining, a 95 from Zack Simon, and a 96 from Conner Worm. Delton Kellogg’s Mitchell Wandell sets up a drive during Monday’s KVA Tournament at The Lynx Golf Course. Delton Kellogg softball girls take two from Constantine Delton Kellogg’s varsity softball team improved to 5-11 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association with a pair of wins over Constantine Thursday afternoon. The Panthers took game one 5-0, then won game two 2-1. Brooke Martin allowed just two hits while striking out six in the opener. Katie Marshall led the Delton offense with a pair of triples and an RBI. Kami McCowan had two hits and two RBI’s, Taylor Blacken two hits, Shelly NeSmith three hits and a pair of RBI’s, and Amber Saurers and Breeana Calhoun had one hit each. In game two, McCowan, NeSmith, and Martin had the lone Delton hits. Martin had an RBI as well. Taylor Blacken pitched the Panthers to the win in game two, allowing just three hits while striking out six. The Panthers followed up that performance by going 2-1 at Saturday’s Cereal City Tournament. The Panthers topped Battle Creek Central 23-0 in their last game of the day. Delton started the day with a 5-3 win over Harper Creek, then fell to Eaton Rapids 6-1. Marshall had a double, McCowan two hits, and Blacken an RBI single in the loss to the Greyhounds. Shelby Douglas and Cassandra Coplin also had hits for Delton in that game. Martin was the losing pitcher, allowing nine hits while striking out two. In the first game of the day, Martin earned the win striking out three and giving up six hits. Marshall had a triple, a single, and two RBI’s in the win over Harper Creek. McCowan had two singles, a double, and an RBI. Mallory Sewell also added two hits, and Saurers one. Both Panthers and Falcons get shut out in double-header Delton Kellogg only gave up one run, but that was only enough to get one win in two games Thursday at Constantine. The Panthers rode the strong right arm of Ryan Hook and some opportunistic hitting to take a 13-0 five-inning win in the opener. Hook, a sophomore, earned his first victory at the varsity level allowing just seven Falcon hits. The Delton offense scored twice in the opening inning, four times in the second, then five more times in the third. The Panthers then ended the game early with two more runs in the top of the fifth. Brad Meyers led the Delton attack with a double, two singles, and four RBI’s. Nick Brindley and Chris Horrocks had two singles and two RBI’s each. Delton also got a single and two RBI’s from Zach Meyers, a single and an RBI from Hook, and Jeff Bissett, Tjay Petzold, and Joey Springer all chipped in with one hit each. In the six-inning night cap, the Falcons score a single run in the top of the fourth and went on to a 1-0 win. Constantine pitcher Ron Fancher allowed just one hit, by Brad Meyers. Mixing sharp breaking balls with a quick fastball, Fancher kept the Panther hitters at bay throughout the contest. Meyers took the loss despite a strong fourinning effort. Constantine had just four hits. DK’s overall record is now 4-19. The Panthers are 2-12 in the KVA. The Panthers were scheduled to face Fennville twice Wednesday, and return to action with two against Maple Valley this afternoon. Delton will play a pre-district contest against Kalamazoo Central Tuesday, at Galesburg-Augusta. The winner of that contest advances to the district semifinals against Parchment June 5 at 10 a.m. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-06-03.pdf fa26e1ea6a38298181ddc205e8d0ddcb PDF Text Text Communities observe Memorial Day Not time to raise city fees Saxon track teams win county titles See Story on Pages 2 and 3 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 15 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 22 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 Thursday, June 3, 2010 PRICE 75¢ NEWS Journey may continue for soldier considering relocation BRIEFS County of Civil War monument 5K steps off Saturday in Hastings There’s still time to make plans to participate in the inaugural Breaking Barriers 5K run/walk to benefit the Barry Community Free Clinic. The event starts at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 5, in the Hastings Manufacturing parking area. Families are welcome. Funds raised will be used for general operating expenses of the clinic. Since its opening in 2009, the clinic has treated more than 1,200 medical and 200 dental patients. The route for the fundraiser will travel along the Thornapple River and past the former incubator before circling back to the start. Awards will be given after the race. Registration is $25 for individuals, $15 per person for groups of three or more. Register by going to www.active.com and search for “Breaking Barriers,” or arrive early to register on site. Registration Saturday is from 7:30 to 8 a.m. Delton to offer free meals for kids From Monday, June 14, to Friday, Aug. 13, free meals will be offered at Delton Kellogg Elementary School to children 18 and younger, as part of Delton Kellogg Schools’ Summer Food Service Program. Each Monday through Friday, breakfast will be served from 8:15 to 9:15 a.m., and lunch will be served from 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Breakfast and lunch also will be provided to adults for $1.75 and $3, respectively. The school is located at 327 N. Grove St. (M-43) in Delton. Snyder to speak at Lincoln Day Dinner On Monday, June 14, the Barry County Republican Party will hold its annual Lincoln Day Dinner at the Walldorff Brew Pub and Bistro in downtown Hastings from 6 to 9 p.m. The keynote speech will be delivered by Ann Arbor businessman and Republican candidate for governor, Rick Snyder. The former Gateway Computer executive has ties to Barry County, dating back to childhood summers in the Gun Lake area where he still has a summer home. Other expected attendees include Republican candidates for Michigan’s 3rd District U.S. House of Representatives, Michigan Supreme Court, Michigan Secretary of State, 87th District State House, 24th District Michigan State Senate and MSU Board of Trustees. Tickets are $35 and will not be sold at the door. For ticket information, e-mail NicholasWake@hotmail.com or call 269-967-7573. by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Travel under a heavy load is nothing unusual for military personnel, and after nearly 50 years of rest at the City of Hastings’ Tyden Park, it appears as though the soldier who is arguably part of Barry County’s most recognizable monument will be asked to gather up the 33-foot tall pillar he calls home and move closer to the location he originally occupied more than 100 years ago. The Barry County Board of Commissioners passed a motion Tuesday to vote next week on a proposal to move the monument from its current location to the northwest corner of the Barry County Courthouse lawn, where it would become the centerpiece of a war memorial that also would incorporate commemorative pieces currently located in the northeast corner of the lawn. The proposal was prepared on behalf of the Hastings City Downtown Development Authority (DDA), which was represented at the meeting by Jim Brown, supervisor of Hastings Charter Township; John Hart, community development director of the city; and Bob May, mayor of the city. Discussing why the monument should be moved in the near future, Hart explained that, for some time, many people have wanted it to occupy a more prominent position. May elaborated on Hart’s comment, saying that moving the monument would honor those currently serving in the military. “This is the best time in our life to do it,” he said. “We have so many soldiers, now, that are out of the country, and they’re going to be coming home, some day, and we’ve got a lot of them coming back this way. Let’s give them something to come back to. Let’s show them that Barry County has got it together.” Built to pay homage to the roughly 1,000 men of the county who served in the Civil War, the monument, which is made of granite and consists of 19 pieces, was created in Vermont and shipped to Hastings in 1889. It originally was located at the center of the intersection of M-37 and M-43, before being moved at the behest of the Michigan Department of Transportation to Tyden Park in 1963. Several drawings relating to the proposal were presented to the committee by representatives of the DDA, and May explained that while those drawings were paid for by the authority, all additional costs related to the relocation of the monument would be funded by donations. “We’ll be looking to the community to fund it,” he said. Hart echoed May, saying, “The hope is that the veterans community and other community supporters will come forward and assist.” Representatives of the DDA explained that an estimate of the cost to relocate the monument would not be pursued until the proposal was approved by the board of commissioners. While many of the commissioners voiced support for the proposal, Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick, who said he favored the proposal’s “overall concept,” explained that he was concerned about how the relocation might affect some of the trees located on the lawn of the courthouse. As illustrated in some of the drawings provided by representatives of the DDA, the memorial would displace some trees. “We don’t know where these trees came from, but there’s a public trust that kind of goes with trees on courthouse lawns, and I have a little bit of an issue that, perhaps we would be deflecting from somebody’s memorial, perhaps in another generation, that we still hold public trust to,” VanNortwick said. “The randomness of those trees suggests that there’s a memorial there, somewhere, and I ... have a little problem just cutting down trees to have another monument.” In response to VanNortwick’s concern, rep- MONUMENT, continued on page 11 Tyden Park currently houses the Civil War soldier monument. HHS recognizes senior achievements at Honors Night by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Thursday evening, friends and family of the Hastings High School Class of 2010 gathered in the high school gymnasium for Honors Night Recognition Ceremony, where awards and more than $450,000 in local and university scholarships were presented to students in recognition of their achievements. After the processional and the playing of the national anthem, Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee welcomed the seniors and their guests. Senior choir members performed “Do I Make You Proud” by Taylor Hicks before the Department Awards were distributed. Marty Buehler presented the Science Vic Camp Award to Abigail Worm. Nancy Cottrell presented the Outstanding Business Student of the Year Award to Zack Bolthouse and the Career and Technical Department Student of the Year Award to Pattrick Loew. Andrea Storrs presented the Fine Arts Department Student of the Year Award to Andrew Moore. Martha Gibbons presented the Language Arts Department Student of the HONORS continued on page 3 Hosts sought for German singers The Middleville United Methodist Church is still seeking host families for German students who will arrive in Middleville Tuesday, June 29, for four nights and leave the morning of Saturday, July 3. The group will be singing for the Music on the Riverbank program in Middleville Friday, July 2. Most of the singers needing homes are boys with allergies to pets or who have asthma. Anyone who can provide a host home may call the church at 269-795-9266. Hastings Athletic Director Mike Goggins recognizes Katie Ponsetto as the Hastings High School 2010 Scholar Athlete. Hastings High School Principal Tim Johnston presents Class of 2010 Abigail Worm with the Academic All-State Award. �Page 2 — Thursday, June 3, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Hastings observes Memorial Day with parade, ceremony Veterans stand at attention during the Memorial Day ceremony. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Lawrence J. Bauer American Legion Post 45 of Hastings’ annual Memorial Day Parade stepped off on East State Street at 10:30 a.m. Monday morning to pay homage to those in the military who fought and gave their lives for the country. Hundreds of people lined the streets, waving flags and then standing and applauding as veterans in the parade passed by. The parade stopped at the Barry County Courthouse, where a wreath was placed at the base of the monument and a rifle salute was given. The parade then made its way up North Broadway to Tyden Park where a wreath was laid at the foot of the Civil War monument and another tossed into the Thornapple River to honor those who served above and below the sea. After a rifle salute at the bridge over the Thornapple River, the parade then progressed up West State Road to Riverside Cemetery. At the cemetery, in front of the American Revolution monument, Barry Wood spoke about the men and women from Barry County and others who have given their lives for their country. The final wreath was laid on the grave of the latest veteran to be buried in Riverside Cemetery, Doug Bradford, a Korean War veteran. Boy Scouts James Senard and Elijah Evans prepare to place a wreath at the base of the American Revolutionary War monument. Members of the Lawrence J. Bauer American Legion Post 45 of Hastings fire a gun salute. Ann Marie Allerding holds an American flag as she and her grandmother, Nancy Allerding, wait for the Memorial Day Parade. Members of the Hastings High School Saxon Marching Band provide music for the parade. Barry Wood, Commander of the Lawrence J. Bauer Post 45 District 4 American Legion, speaks during the Memorial Day ceremony at Riverside Cemetery. Exchange Club members hand out 700 flags Hastings Exchange Club members (from left) Joan Heffelbower, Becky Warner, Nancy Bradley and Karen Jousma hand out flags at the Memorial Day parade in Hastings. Hastings Exchange Club members distributed more than 700 American flags at Monday’s Memorial Day parade in Hastings. GIVEAKIDAFLAGTOWAVE is a National Exchange Club service project that the Hastings Club brings each year to the Memorial Day parade. Exchange Club is an all-volunteer, national service organization for men and women, who want to serve their community, develop leadership skills and enjoy new friendships. The local Exchange Club meets weekly in Hastings with a mission to serve and honor local youths. For information on joining the club, contact Nancy Bradley at 269-948-2763 or Joan Heffelbower at 269-945-2401. Hastings High School Trumpeters Stephen Krammin and Bryce Miller play “Taps” during the ceremony at Riverside Cemetery in Hastings. The family of Korean War veteran Doug Bradford watch as a wreath is laid on his grave. Bradford is the most recent veteran to be buried in Riverside Cemetery. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 3, 2010 — Page 3 HONORS continued from page 1 Year Award to Katie Ponsetto. Lori Johnston presented the Social Studies Student of the Year Award to Nicole Gardner. Hastings High School Assistant Principal Steve Hoke, Hastings High School Principal Tim Johnston and Athletic Director Mike Goggins presented the Participation Awards. Hoke presented the following senior Academic Letter Awards to students earning 3.5 and above: First year — Holly Bomer, Amanda Buehler, Morgan Burger, Jessica Czinder, Alexis Dakin, Allison Danis, Kelsi Herrington, Kyle Letot, Pattrick Loew, Helen Macqueen, James Moray, Krystal Pratt, Samantha Watson, Shelby Wezell; second year — Pamela Franson, Kaylee Kidder, Dena Letot, Amanda Stenzelbarton; third year — Zachary Bolthouse, Matthew Feldpausch, Nicole Gardner, Katelyn Graybill, Karissa Milleson, Andrew Moore, Katherine Ponsetto, Wendy Todd and Abigail Worm. Hoke also recognized the four foreign exchange students who have attended Hastings High School this year: Ignacio Maximilano Banares Anglada, Reka Dolonai, Renielle Rosenthal and Richard Seres. Johnston presented the following awards: University of Michigan Alumni Award, Alicia Bush and Zackary Passmore; U.S. Marine Corps Scholastic Excellence Awards, Nathan Ford and Karissa Milleson; Academic All State, Abigail Worm; Congressman’s Medal of Merit, Nicole Gardner; and the Principal’s Award, Osman Koroma. Goggins presented the following awards: O-K Conference Scholar Athlete Awards, Jessica Czinder, Alexis Dakin, Nicole Gardner, Kyle Letot, Katherine Ponsetto, Krystal Pratt, Wendy Todd; O-K Conference Scholar Athlete Awards and MHSAA Farm Bureau Scholar Athlete Awards, Zachary Bolthouse, Amanda Buehler, Matthew Feldpausch, Kelsi Herrington, Dena Letot, Katherine Ponsetto; Detroit Free Press Scholar Athlete, Katherine Ponsetto; and the George “Buzz” Youngs Awards and O-K Conference Athlete of the Year Awards, Brittany Hickey and Zackary Passmore. Before the Local and Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation Scholarships were presented, Johnston read the following disclaimer, “Most scholarships that will be awarded this evening have specific criteria that must be met by the recipient. Some scholarships require admission to a particular university and/or field of study ... Most of the scholarships have a grade point average minimum. The majority of the scholarships require that the students complete the application process, Some of the awards are chosen by the donor; others are selected by a committee.” Local Scholarship Awards were presented as follows: Goggins presented the L.H. Lamb Scholarships to Dylan Downs, Brandy Gorodenski and Alexandra Wendorf; the Bob Carlson Memorial Scholarship to Matthew Assistant Principal Steve Hoke recognizes the foreign exchange students who attended Hastings High School during the 2009-10 school year: Ignacio Nacho Banares, Reke Doolonai, Ranielle Rosenthal and Richard Seres. Karla Hayden presents Gretchen Christensen and Troy Dailey with Hastings Athletic Booster Scholarships. Cathcart and the John L. Clarey Memorial Scholarship to Jonathan Giesler. Marjorie Haas presented the Exchange Club Youth of the Year/Hastings Exchange Club Scholarship to Andrew Moore; Jan Tossava presented the Woody Wyngarden Memorial Scholarship to Kyle Letot. Karla Hayden presented the Hastings Athletic Boosters Scholarships to Gretchen Christensen and Troy Dailey; Ruth Burch presented the Hastings Elks Lodge Scholarship to Helen Macqueen; Kelli Newberry presented the Charles Baldwin Speakers Club Scholarship to Osman Koroma; Lori Johnston presented the ANA Scholarship to Brittany Hickey; Bruce Krueger presented the UAW Local 138 Awards to Britney Goodenough and Wendy Todd, the Coleman Insurance Agency Scholarship to Amanda Buehler, the Thomas and Florence Girrbach Memorial Award to Samantha White and the To the Eleventh Power Scholarship to Dena Letot. Dan King presented the Union Bank Scholarship to Kyle Letot; Nancy Cottrell presented the HEA Scholarships to Dena Letot, Kyle Letot, Amanda Buehler and Alexa von der Hoff; Donna Brown presented the GFWC Women’s Club Jumpstart Your Future Scholarship to JenaLeigh Bailey and Holly Bomer; Barb Benner presented the “Walk Gently on this Good Earth” Garden Club Scholarship to Robert Endsley; Laura Kingma and Peg Bradford presented the Business Professional Women of Hastings Scholarships to Douglas Baker, Kayla Huver and Helen Macqueen; Dave Furrow presented Mickey Furrow Memorial Scholarship to James Moray; and Steve Youngs presented the Mary Youngs Music and Athletic Scholarship to JenaLeigh Bailey and Amanda Buehler. The Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation Scholarships were presented as follows: Heather Ziegler presented the Hastings Mutual Insurance Company Scholarship to Matthew Feldpausch; Brad Johnson presented Hastings Rotary Club scholarships to Katelyn Graybill and Nicole Gardner; Nathan Tagg presented the Hastings Kiwanis Club Scholarship to Troy Dailey; Donna Brown presented the Dana BurgessHastings High School Alumni Association scholarships to Zachary Bolthouse and Shelby Wezell; Mel Bowman presented the MainStreet Savings Bank Scholarship to Karissa Milleson; Barbara Thornburgh presented the Gladys Cairns Scholarship to Katherine Ponsetto, Andrew Moore and Karissa Milleson. Doug Gonsalves presented the Hastings Car Club Scholarships to Casimir Mix and Douglas Baker; Tammy Pennington presented the Helen Mott Scholarships to Kyle Letot and Samantha Watson; the Howard and Leona VanDelic Scholarship to Matthew Feldpausch and Samantha Watson; and the Rosellen E. and Paul E. Siegel Scholarships to Alicia Bush and Kelsi Herrington; John Czinder presented the William P. Czinder Scholarship to Ryan Service; and Carl Schoessel presented the Carl and Loretta Schoessel Community Service and leadership Scholarship to Nathan Ford and Krystal Pratt. Johnston recognized the Top 10 graduating seniors who were graduating with High Honors (in alphabetical order): Zachary Bolthouse, Matthew Feldpausch, Pamela Franson, Katelyn Graybill, Karissa Milleson, Andrew Moore, Katherine Ponsetto, Amanda Stenzelbarton, Wendy Todd and Abigail Worm. Johnston also recognized those students who earned Honors, graduating with a grade point average of 3.25 or higher: JenaLeigh Bailey, Holly Bomer, Amanda Buehler, Senior Hastings High School Choir members sing “Do I Make You Proud” during the Honors Night and Recognition Ceremony. Morgan Burger, Alicia Bush, Gretchen Christensen, Jessica Czinder, Alexis Dakin, Allison Danis, Nathan Ford, Nicole Gardner, Jonathan Giesler, Kelsi Herrington, Brittany Hickey, Jessica Howell, Megan Kenyon, Kaylee Kidder, Dena Letot, Kyle Letot, Pattrick Loew, Helen Macqueen, James Moray, Zackary Passmore, Eric Pettengill, Emily Phillips, Krystal Pratt, Samantha Purdum, Samantha Watson, Shelby Wezell and Samantha White. Senior members of the National Honor Society were also recognized by Johnston: JenaLeigh Bailey, Amanda Buehler, Gretchen Christensen, Alexis Dakin, Matthew Feldpausch, Nicole Gardner, Katelyn Graybill, Kelsi Herrington, Megan Kenyon, Dena Letot, Kyle Letot, Helen Macqueen, Karissa Milleson, Andrew Moore, James Moray, Zackary Passmore, Katherine Ponsetto, Krystal Pratt, Amanda Stenzelbarton, Wendy Todd, Samantha Watson and Abigail Worm. The following students were recognized by community service organizations: Rotary Honors: Jacob Bailey, JenaLeigh Bailey, Amanda Buehler, Troy Dailey, Matthew Feldpausch, Nicole Gardner, Katelyn Graybill, Osman Koroma, Katherine Ponsetto and Bethany Roberts. Kiwanis K Student of the Year nominees: Jacob Bailey, JenaLeigh Bailey, Troy Helen Macqueen leaves the stage after receiving the Hastings Elks Lodge Scholarship. Dailey, Nicole Gardner, Jonathan Giesler, Dustin Glaser, Katelyn Graybill and Krystal Pratt. Exchange Club Student of the Year nominees: JenaLeigh Bailey, Matthew Feldpausch, Nicole Gardner, Katelyn Graybill, Karissa Milleson, Andrew Moore, Katherine Ponsetto and Abigail Worm. Principal Tim Johnston presents Nathan Ford and Karissa Milleson with the United States Marine Corps Scholastic Excellence Award. Memorial Day programs bring tears and laughter by Patricia Johns Staff Writer On Sunday, May 30, in Orangeville and on Monday, May 31, in Middleville, residents joined in honoring the service of men and women in the armed services of the United States. There were tears, thanks, applause, music and even a little heartfelt laughter. Veteran Alexander Liceaga was the master of ceremonies in Orangeville. He brought his own personal memories and those of area veterans to the program. While canopies were provided for speakers and the audience, representatives from Hastings American Legion Post 435 sat in the hot sun as the honor guard for the Orangeville area veterans. Serving on the honor guard were James Gross, Frank Williams, Ronald Nash, Thomas D. Straley, George Ulrich, Charlie Alexander, Gary Lindsey and Russ Hammond. In her opening prayer as the wind blew the flags behind her, Mother Barbara Wilson, rector of St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church in Orangeville, urged those attending the memorial to remember those who served. “We live on in freedom, into future generations, from their service,” she said, encouraging everyone to “cherish the cause of freedom and the pathway cleared by veterans of truth, freedom and democracy.” Liceaga thanked veterans and told how three of the six brothers in his family served in Vietnam and how returning home to their family was his “ticker-tape parade.” He talked about the death of Joe Delaphiano 40 years ago in Vietnam. Steve Scoville, veteran and principal of Delton Kellogg Elementary School, reminded those at the service to take time out of their busy schedules to celebrate the choices Americans take for granted. “We are free to worship as we choose, criticize those with whom we disagree because of those who have sacrificed,” he reminded everyone. He encouraged everyone to continue a life of service and “let us not forget today.” He told everyone to pay attention to the service men and women who rebuild schools and communities where they serve. He closed by saying, “continue to say ‘thank you’ to veterans.” County commissioner Craig Stolsonburg remembered the life and service of Dr. V. Harry Adrounie. Adrounie, who spoke at the 2009 Orangeville Memorial, died earlier this year and is now buried at Arlington National Cemetery. Stolsonburg reminded everyone of Adrounie’s continuing to serve his community until his death at the age of 94. “I am blessed to have gotten to know him in the last year and a half of his life,” said Stolsonburg. Boyce Miller then reminded everyone of the symbolism of the folding of the flag. The tri-corner folded flag reminds everyone of the soldiers who served under Gen. George Washington and at sea under John Paul Jones during the American Revolutionary War. Miller said veterans know that the flag reminds everyone of the freedom of religion, press, speech, assembly, fair trial and voting each time the flag is saluted. Carolyn Ratzlaff, who is an ensign in the naval reserve, talked about both her service as an officer in the U.S. Foreign Service and in the naval reserve. She honored the service of all veterans in times of war, peace and service. She mentioned service men and women she met while volunteering in Haiti following the earthquake. She said she found them compassionate and caring for the Haitians they helped. She also talked about the costs of freedom, including the death of more than 1,000 in Afghanistan. She said she was deeply proud that this was her first Memorial Day in uniform. Ted Weatherhead brought to the ceremony some of his tender, tragic and humorous memories of service in World War II. He is the father of 13 children and has been married for 65 years. He described how he learned about the bombing of Pearl Harbor on his way home from church on Dec. 7, 1941, and how he was on active duty seven months later in Texas. He served as a C47 pilot during the war and his missions included night flying over Utah Beach on June 5, 1944. Weatherhead received a lot of laughs when he explained that the American planes scared French cows. State Rep. Brian Calley referred to the Orangeville Veterans Memorial behind him Bob and Donna Roush were the grand marshals of the Middleville Memorial Day parade in honor of their son Cpl. Nicholas Roush who was killed in Afghanistan Aug. 16, 2009. They were accompanied by one of Nick’s best friends (sitting in front) Staff Sgt. Jason Gardener. (Photo by Patricia Johns) which quotes from the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. He talked about the tragedy of the Civil War and how remembering the past is a way to light the future. He said he is thankful to those who have served and who now serve. He thanked Orangeville’s Al Warren for creating the impetus that brought the memorial which was dedicated on May 27, 2007, and has now been the site of three Memorial Day ceremonies. Organizers then honored Joe Delaphiano who was killed in action July 10, 1970. James Uhen remembered “this home-grown Joe” 40 years after his death. He talked about how Delaphiano’s family was able to meet the plane carrying his body. The ceremony ended with the honor guard firing a ceremonial 21-gun salute and the playing of “Taps” by Charles Pauffler. On Monday, May 31, Memorial Day observances in Middleville included tears and laughter, as well. Honored Veteran and Master of Ceremonies John Loftus in uniform greeted friends with hugs at a pancake breakfast in the Middleville United Methodist Church. The men’s group has now served pancakes on Memorial Day for more than 10 years. Then the parade line-up began with a few tears from Grand Marshals Bob and Donna MEMORIAL DAY, continued on page 10 �Page 4 — Thursday, June 3, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Now is not the time for the city to raise water and sewer rates Prairieville Recall Committee didn’t lie To the editor: Don’t use character assassination or labels when people disagree with you. It leaves a sour taste in our mouths when people use this type of offensive labeling. Besides, when this type of behavior is used, it usually shows an intellectually weak argument. The Prairieville Recall Committee has been accused of lying to the public, stating that the petition signatures would not be seen. We were not lying, in January, four of the committee members were present in the county clerk’s office, when I asked about this very situation. We were told there should be no need for the signatures to be reviewed. I realize these are public documents and could be subject to Freedom of Information Act. However, the citizens were telling the recall circulators they wouldn’t sign because of their businesses, or they were afraid of retribution that would be brought upon them by the board members. On Feb. 18, I turned in a FOIA asking for a All across the country, it seems like government at all levels are looking for ways to increase revenue so they can continue to fund operations. Just last week, Hastings City Council members voted to increase water and sewer rates starting July 1. Water rates will go up 3 percent, along with construction charges for hook-ups. Plus, sewer rates will go up based on the size of service connections at each location. City officials also voted to increase several fees such as new construction for water and sewer, rezoning requests, weed and vegetation control, water sampling, site plan review and other services listed in the city council article in last week’s Banner. Look up and down main street, or take a drive through the city’s neighborhoods, and you will see it doesn’t take an expert to understand this is no time to increase rates on the residences and local businesses. Other than the new restaurant in the downtown area and scattered home improvement projects, very little construction is taking place in the city of Hastings this summer. Government needs to be vigilant and keep the city competitive and affordable for new development. Are these increases really necessary at this time or did city officials raise the fees just because they could, thinking voters wouldn’t get upset? In just a few months, the city will start to receive new revenue for its sewer fund when the new sewer system in Hastings Charter and Carlton townships are completed. Just last week, Grand Rapids City officials heard from citizens attending a city council meeting voicing opposition to the mayor’s controversial plan to assess residents for the cost of operating streetlights. The city hoped to cover a $3.7 million shortfall by assessing residents for the streetlights in front of their homes, much like communities do for their water and sewer lines. The proposal drew a great deal of angry responses, especially after vot- copy of all bids submitted for the new computer system for phase one and a copy of all bids submitted for the new computer system for phase two. March 1, I received a letter from the supervisor stating, “In March of 2009, Prairieville Township was using CRT as our computer resource for contracted services. Prairieville Township Board chose to use CRT to upgrade our computer system without using a bidding process.” The rough total of this action cost the taxpayers some $60,000. In her letter to the editor of April 22, the township supervisor’s daughter stated, “The board did seek bids for a computer upgrade and went with the lower bid.” I would ask, who is the supervisor trying to mislead, his daughter or the public? Sharon Ford, treasurer for Prairieville Recall Committee Plainwell 911 millage renewal is a ‘good deal’ To the editor: I am the general public member of the 911 administrative board. We are asking for a renewal of up to .9816 mills for five years of continued 911 service in Barry County. I have been on the 911 administrative board for three years, and this year on the financial committee, as well. I am a small-business owner and have been a patient advocate for older folks for over 35 years. I am fully aware of the changes in the economy and how it impacts people at all levels of life. It has had a major impact on my husband and myself, this year especially. I understand how hard it is to consider millages continuing or increasing. At a cost of $49 per $50,000 of SEV home value, you are getting a good deal in return. As a board, we levy only what we need, never more. We haven’t levied the entire amount since 2007. Phyllis Fuller, the 911 director, and the 911 administrative board strive to stay within our budget every year. New Website Barry County 911 employees have held their jobs for years, the average is 15 years. The longevity of these jobs is because the people helping you on the other end of the phone, during an emergency, truly care about helping you. They continually do a good job, and I am proud of them all. This year a 911 dispatcher even helped deliver a baby. The request for continuing our millage, for the next five years, is at the bottom of a long ballot in the Aug. 3 election. Please vote “yes” to support our Barry County 911 and know that your EMS providers, your fire departments (10), villages, sheriff’s department, Hastings city and state police will feel the pride of your support. I know that the millage renewal is needed and carefully used. I am voting yes, please join me. Lynne Anderson Longstreet, Volunteer Coordinator of Renewal Millage Team, Hastings Our world revolves around livestock Go to our new website to check out our calendar and our available • Sale every Wednesday products. • Sheep & small animal sale We are every other Saturday continually • Kent Feed Dealer changing to • Sioux Livestock gates meet our customers needs • Ritchie watering systems in the livestock business • Pfizer products To the editor: I am frustrated. I am frustrated by the party politics that continue to plague our government. Even though we voted for “change,” nothing has really changed. I am frustrated by politicians who care more about their own political agendas than the people they were elected to represent. I continually see politicians who vote on issues and implement legislation and ordinances with complete disregard to the opinions of the people they represent. 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Emmett, Battle Creek, MI 49014 269-962-7591 ers had just approved an increase in the city income tax for the next five years. Governments at all levels are experiencing problems from California to Florida, as states continue to debate where the next cuts might come from. Voters need to stay involved in the process by demanding that leaders keep the cost of government under control. Experts close to Michigan’s budget dilemma see continued shortfalls as legislative leaders begin work on the current budget process. The directors of the House and Senate fiscal agencies and State Treasurer Robert Kleine met recently to come up with an official estimate of the state’s revenues to help determine what this year’s deficit might be. According to their estimates, the state still has a fund deficit of between $300 and $500 million for the budget year ending Sept. 30. According to recent reports, the school aid fund is expected to be in better financial condition than last year, due to recent increases seen in sales tax revenue. Is this a sign of the time, or is government just looking for any reason to raise revenue? No matter where you go, business is still stagnant and jobs are still hard to find, Yet elected officials and others in the government continue to pass on increases to taxpayers, despite strained economic conditions. The annual Mackinac political conference started yesterday on Mackinac Island. The three-day event will attract political and business leaders to discuss issues critical to Michigan’s future. They should be concentrating all their efforts on finding a formula for returning Michigan to the economic engine it once was. I think the only thing that may be keeping us from achieving our dreams is leadership that will lead and participate in the debate. PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP TREASURER Immediate Opening Needs to be: Resident of Prairieville Township. 18 years of age or older Registered voter. Preferred skills: Bookkeeping, multi-tasking, computer skills, works well with others. Send resume by June 14, 2010 to: Supervisor Prairieville Township 10115 S. Norris Road Delton, MI 49046 or Fax: (269() 623-3467 77546537 HERE ARE THE RULES: The Hastings Banner welcomes letters to the editor from readers, but there are a few conditions that must be met before they will be published. The requirements are: • All letters must be signed by the writer, with address and phone number provided for verification. All that will be printed is the writer’s name and community of residence. 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Kirsten Peters If you like eating hotcakes or bread (or my own personal favorite, huckleberry muffins), you might want to pay attention to a problem that’s looming over wheat worldwide. It’s a new type of “stem rust” caused by a fungus that cripples wheat plants. Throughout history, stem rusts have created major famines. Even in the United States, wheat harvests in parts of the country were hit hard by stem rust in 1903, 1905 and 1950 to 1954. Localized outbreaks affected American wheat as recently as 1985 and 1986. Throughout the 20th century, agronomists bred better wheat to be more resistant to a variety of fungal threats. They were successful — score a big one for science. But out there in the wheat fields, an arms race is always afoot. As the agronomists did their job, fungus was shaped by random mutations and natural selection. When those two natural forces combined to create a fungus that could successfully live on the new wheat varieties, then the fungus came roaring back in the fields. Score one for natural evolutionary forces and stem rust. In Ethiopia and Uganda in 1998 and 1999, a new type of stem rust was identified, one we can informally call Ug99 although its technical name is a tad longer. The new rust can live on most varieties of wheat grown in the world, and it can bring up to 100 percent crop loss. (That’s not a typo.) The rust has spread on the winds to Yemen, north to Sudan, and now quite possibly to Iran. There’s some evidence it’s becoming more virulent as it spreads. Next, it’s likely to move to Pakistan and Afghanistan, and from there onward to China. In time, it will cross the Pacific, perhaps on the clothes and shoes of people, perhaps via air currents. “The good news is that in the developed world, farmers can afford to spray fungicide to combat rusts like Ug99,” Dr. Tim Murray of Washington State University said to me recently. “But that’s not true in other parts of the world where farmers rely solely on resistance in the variety of wheat they plant.” To put it another way, in the developing world, there’s a real risk of famine. Major breadbaskets and population centers of the world, including Pakistan, India and China, could be hit hard. Breeding in resistance to Ug99 in wheat is, in the long run, the cheapest way to give wheat the upper hand in the current arms race. Scientific crop breeders do exactly that sort of work all the time, working to understand plant disease and improve crop plants. Depending on a variety of factors, crops can be improved via simple selection, hybridization, or through genetic engineering. The total effect of scientific breeding on crop plants is one of the reasons global agricultural productivity skyrocketed in the 20th century and is still doing so today. But Ug99 has some advantages over science. Part of its life cycle occurs each year in a bush called barberry — an “alternate host” for the rust. That gives the Ug99 a place to survive and flourish, quite apart from wheat. And on barberry leaves, the rust spores reproduce sexually, which means they become more varied than in their non-sexual reproduction on wheat. Being more varied is an advantage if you are a population of rust in a life-and-death arms race and a single spore that’s virulent to a strain of wheat will allow your next generation to survive and flourish. Also to the advantage of the fungus is that, in warm weather, it grows quickly and creates a new generation every 10 days or so. That gives the fungus a chance for a new set of mutations on which natural selection can work. But scientific wheat breeders have one enormous advantage: their smarts. And they are working diligently to try to resist the rising tide of Ug99 in the fields halfway around the world from where I write. We must hope they will be successful, not for the sake of my own personal huckleberry muffins — but for the very lives of the poor of the world. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter at RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University. Open houses for graduates abound. The Ionia County Genealogical Society will meet Saturday June 12, at 1 p.m. Earlier in the day, there will be a workshop for anyone who plans to apply for membership in First Families of Ionia County. There will be step-by-step instructions for filling in all the blanks and providing the necessary proofs. Those who can prove an ancestor was in this county by 1880 are eligible. Applying for a centennial certificate is easier. This requires residency by an ancestor by 1910. The series of winter dinners served by nearby churches has come to an end. Both Bowne Center and Sebewa Center United Methodist churches had their final meals in May. Both have announced their Katherin Ponsetto Brandy Gorodenski Daughter of Sandra and Mike Ponsetto Daughter of Maria and Vaugn Dingledine and Edward Gorodenski Meggie Jewell Daughter of Dave & Angi Jewell 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings, MI 269-945-9554 schedule for the 2010-11 season already. On Friday evening, the Lake Odessa Area Historical Society held its annual tribute to veterans. This year, the only nominations were for men of World War II, so only one, Kenneth Johnson, was selected by the society’s committee. The four children of Kenneth and RoseMarie were all present, along with other Johnson family members. The military displays at the Freight House Museum drew many visitors following the Friday night event. With the open house Saturday, Sunday and Monday, many came to see the exhibits. A variety of uniforms were displayed from World War II, some from World War I, and others from later engagements. There were letters, discharge papers, medals, framed items, even a menu for a Christmas dinner at a Texas Army post in 1918. The troops there were eating “high on the hog,” in celebration of the recent Armistice, along with the annual Christmas festive meal. Having the Monday open hours announced at the cemetery helped greatly. The VFW service at Lakeside Cemetery was held in a new location this year. For the first time ever, it was held on the east side of Cemetery Road near the newly installed three tall, metal flag poles on the grassy area between the house drive and the first cemetery drive. People were invited to bring their own lawn chairs. Unlike the west side, there was ample grassy area at the east end of the burial places for parking besides the four drives. A small awning gave shade from the bright morning sun for the speaker who was Rev. Bruce Barker of Faith Bible Church. Representatives of the VFW Auxiliary took part and placed flowers at the central point. Until this year, services have been held at the base of the Civil War monument, a classic figure poised high on his pedestal with the names of four key battles raised on the four sides. Beauty bushes were at their best last week. They are now losing their petals. Peonies have been exceptional this year. Some strawberries are ripe already. Rhubarb is doing well, especially after any rain. Richard Jarman (left) has worked for the past three years to earn a certificate of completion in the adult education program. Adam Auvenshine has taught Jarman for the past year and said his story is one of perseverance and opportunity. (Photo by Amy Jo Kinyon) When it’s time to make tough decisions for your loved ones, choose... River Ridge Assisted Living Family Home 269-948-9842 www.river-ridge.biz All the amenities you need with the beauty you’ll love, all overlooking the Thornapple River. Careful Medicine Administration Insulin Shots Home Cooked Meals Assist with Bathing, Dressing, and other Personal Care Needs Laundry Cable Television Lifeline Bracelet and Service Home Nursing Available Private Room with Bath Transportation provided Reasonable rates 07534709 Lake Odessa by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer Richard “Dick” Jarman has reached a milestone. Next week, the 65-year-old Nashville resident will walk down the aisle and receive a certificate of completion from Maple Valley’s Adult Education program. Jarman has worked for the past three years to conquer the lessons and skills of high school. Through the adult education program, he has learned to read and write, along with many other lessons he is able to put into use every day. Though the past three years have been a challenge, Jarman said the work has been well worth the effort. “I made it,” Jarman said with a smile. “It feels good, but I’m also glad to have it done.” After leaving school following the seventh grade due to circumstances beyond his control, Jarman put his education on hold to work and later, to take care of his wife who had health issues. After his wife passed away, Jarman decided it was time to once again sit behind a desk. He talked with Principal Chris Parkinson, who assured Jarman the staff would work with him and Jarman began attending the adult program at Kellogg School. With help to overcome vision issues, Jarman said he has been able to adapt to academic life and appreciates the assistance provided by teachers and staff. He said he is grateful for the work and the opportunity to further his education. “I’ll take anything they give me to do,” said Jarman. “Maybe, sometimes, I don’t like what they give, but that’s why I’m here.” With a bicycle as transportation, Jarman said the winter snow and ice proved the most difficult obstacle to his education. Just days away from completion, Jarman encouraged others who may be struggling with school to keep working and finish, no matter the challenges. “If they are in school, [they need to ] stay in school,” said Jarman. “People don’t realize that when you quit, you’re not going to get a job these days.” Adam Auvenshine is completing his second year of teaching at Maple Valley and is proud of Jarman’s work this year. “He does a really good job with his work and hopefully, we’ve prepared him enough,” said Auvenshine. The day classes, location of the school and willingness of staff to work with Jarman’s unique situation have all created an opportunity for him to move forward, said Auvenshine. “He’s persevered,” said Auvenshine. “He can’t see at night, and this program helps because it is held during the normal school day. There are other places like this, but he wouldn’t be able to get there, and at least we were able to give him the opportunity to attend and still keep his independence.” 2301229-01 06715648 �Page 6 — Thursday, June 3, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Carlene F. Lindner MIDDLEVILLE, MI - Carlene F. Lindner, age 78, of Middleville, formerly of Lake Odessa, passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening, June 1, 2010 while surrounded by her family. Carlene was born in Odessa Twp. on August 9, 1931 to Rowland and Fannie (Everett) Curtis. She graduated from Lake Odessa High School and continued her education at the Butterworth Hospital School of Nursing. Carlene had worked as a registered nurse at Pennock Hospital for many years. She met her future husband, Jack Lindner, while he was a patient at Pennock. Carlene and Jack were married on November 28, 1953. Carlene was a voracious reader, loved flowers and gardening, and enjoyed the views from the deck at her home on Jordan Lake. She is survived by her husband, Melvin “Jack” Lindner; daughter, Mari Ann Lindner and husband, Herb Heppner; sister, Rosalee (Bob) McDowell; sister-in-law, Thelma Curtis; and several nieces and nephews. Carlene was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Blaine “Bud” Curtis; and uncle, Wayne Curtis. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. on Friday, June 4, 2010 at the Koops Funeral Chapel in Lake Odessa. There will be a time to greet the family for one hour prior to the service. The family has suggested that memorial contributions may be made to the Red Cross, or the American Cancer Society. Memories and messages may be left at www.koopsfc.com. Worship Together… Area Obituaries Ruby L. Barry-Barnes of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Second Sunday after Pentecost June 6 - Summer Hours Begin: Worship Worship 8:00 & 10:00; No Sunday School in the summer; Vacation Bible School committee meeting 9:15; Graduation reception after second service; Evangelism committee meeting after second service; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269945-2698. http://www.discovergrace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Friday - 9 a.m. Golfer’s Group. Saturday - 6 a.m. Youth to Cedar Point; 10 a.m. Praise Team. Monday - 6:30 p.m. Softball Game. Fiberglass Products 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 Norman Paul Proctor HASTINGS, MI - Norman Paul Proctor, of Hastings, passed away May 29, 2010. He was born February 5, 1947 in Hastings and attended Freeport Elementary and graduated from Thornapple Kellogg High School in Middleville. He worked for Hastings Manufacturing until he retired. Norman was a member of the Moose Lodge of Hastings for 35 years. Norman enjoyed fishing, auto racing, football, baseball and watching all sports on television or in person. He was preceded in death by his father, Howard Proctor, and Mable Proctor (Cass) of Freeport. He is survived by his brother, Seth (Joan) Proctor of Frankfort, KY and his sister, Lois Proctor Preston of Fort Myers, FL; six nieces and one nephew; seven great nieces and five great nephews and one great, great nephew. A celebration of his life will be held at Tyden Park in Hastings, on Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at 7 p.m. with Rev. Richard Taggart officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society or Barry Community Hospice. Lauer Family Funeral Homes - Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings is caring for the family’s needs. Please share a memory with Norman’s family at www.lauerfh.com. •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 HASTINGS, MI - Rhoda L. Russell, age 84, of Hastings, died Friday, May 28, 2010 at Thornapple Manor in Hastings. Funeral services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Johns Chapel on Thursday, June 3, 2010 at 11 a.m. Pastor Deano Lamphere and Pastor Clayton Beck will officiate. Burial will take place at Eureka Cemetery, Eureka. Rhoda was born in Greenbush Township on March 10, 1926, the daughter of Robert E. and Myrel (Hewson) Daggett. She was a graduate of Maple Rapids High School. Rhoda was married to Walter A. Russell on January 22, 1949 in Leslie. He passed away on January 16, 1997. She resided most of her life in the St. Johns/Ovid area. Rhoda loved gardening, and canning her vegetables. She was a member of the St. Johns American Legion Ladies Auxiliary. She was a very devoted, loving grandmother. She is survived by her son, Grant, and Norma Russell of Hastings; daughter, Brenda and Kenneth Hudecek of Chesaning; five grandchildren, Aaron Russell of Hastings, Rebecca and James Harrell of Williamsburg, VA, Joshua and Katie Russell of Fort Rucker, AL, Carrie Hudecek of Death Valley, CA, Christine and Buck Kois of Dillon, CO; four great grandchildren, Adrian, Nizere, Mitchell, and Calvin; and special nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; a son, Eric; and two brothers, Lawrence and Stanley. Memorials may be made to Disabled Veterans of America. Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Johns Chapel, St. Johns. Norma Alta (Biggs) Sothard Norma Alta (Biggs) Sothard, age 90, passed away on Sunday, February 28, 2010. Her family will receive friends on Saturday, June 5, 2010 at Hastings United Methodist Church from 12 p.m. until a Memorial Service at 1 p.m. with Rev. Dave Nelson officiating. A celebration luncheon will follow in the fellowship hall of the church. Memorial contributions may be directed to Carveth Village. Please share a memory with Norma’s family at www.lauerfh.com. Lauer Family Funeral Homes – Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings is assisting the Norma’s family. HASTINGS, MI - Gordon H. Cove of Hastings passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2010 at Pennock Hospital at the age of 88. He was born in Lansing on January 10, 1922 to Floyd and Rhea (Brandstetter) Cove. Gordon’s father passed away in 1926. His mother remarried in 1930 and they moved to Detroit. He attended Ottawa Hills High School in Grand Rapids, Culver Military Academy and Grand Rapids Junior College. He went into the Navy in 1942 and was stationed in New Guinea where he did amphibious repairs and was captain of the head. He was discharged in 1945. He married Bonnie Brandstetter, had three children and moved to Hastings in 1958 where he went into business with his fatherin-law Clayton Brandstetter as a wholesale beer distributor. In 1990 Gordon sold the business to his son Robert. In his retirement, Gordon enjoyed playing golf, fishing and traveling. Gordon was a member of the Hastings Country Club, Hastings Rotary Club where he was a Red Rose Recipient, Cherry Hill Association Board, ROMEO’s and attended First Presbyterian Church of Hastings where he was very active in various capacities. He is survived by three children, Robert (Cathie) Cove of Wall Lake, Martha (Bruce) Edger of Wall Lake, Molly (Tom) Andrews of Parchment; seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Floyd Cove; mother, Rhea (Brandstetter, Cove) Beach; his wife Bonnie. Gordon’s family is being cared for by Lauer Family Funeral Homes-Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings. A Celebration of Gordon’s life will take place on Thursday, June 3, 2010, 11 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Hastings. Private interment services will follow in Riverside Cemetery. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be directed to the Pennock Foundation, Barry Community Foundation or the Hastings Education Enrichment Foundation. Please share a memory with Gordon’s family at www.lauerfh.com. Michael A. Otto SPRINGFIELD, MI - Michael A. Otto, 61, of Springfield passed away Thursday, May 27, 2010 at his home. He was born June 29, 1948 in Coldwater, the son of Arthur Jacob and Myrna Mildred (Kohler) Otto. Mike served in the Army during the Vietnam Era. He had volunteered at the Battle Creek VA Medical Center. He liked to ride his motorcycle, go for walks, and spend time with his grandkids. He is survived by his children, Nicole (Mike) Lee Royal of Hastings, Kristie Otto of Fayetteville, GA, Michael Otto II of Flushing; grandchildren, Michael, Malakhi and five brothers. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, David. A graveside service will be held Friday, 10:30 a.m. at Ft. Custer National Cemetery with Pastor Ken Himebaugh officiating. Memorial tributes may be made to the family. Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, a member by invitation Selected Independent Funeral Homes. www.bachmanhebble.com. Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, June 3 — Movie Memories celebrates great musicals this week, “Singing in the Rain,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 4 — preschool story time celebrates summer, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Saturday, June 5 — Lego Club hosts “Monster Attack,” 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, June 8 — toddler story time celebrates fathers, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m.; teen advisory board meeting 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 9 — summer reading welcomes Joel Tracey’s SURFari Juggling Show, 2 to 3 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library for more information at 269-945-4263. Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net 77528585 B OSLEY 102 Cook Hastings HASTINGS, MI - Ruby L. Barry-Barnes, age 96 of Hastings, passed away on Wednesday, May 26, 2010 at her residence. She was born November 18, 1913 in Woodland, the daughter of Lawrence and Ellen (Smith) Royer. When the family moved to Hastings, she attended Hastings area schools graduating with the class of 1931. In 2009, Ruby attended her 78th Alumni Banquet. In February 1933 Ruby married Albert Barry in Angolia, Indiana. They moved to the farm in Charlton Township where they lived their married life together. Al passed away in 1963. Ruby married Frank Barnes and they moved to Arizona in 1972 where they lived until she was 90 years old. She returned to Hastings in 2003. Ruby is preceded in death by her parents; two brothers; and five sisters; also her husbands, Al Barry and Frank Barnes; a son, Mark (Marsha) Barry; grandchildren, Steve Strickland, Pamela Perry and great-granddaughter Kristal Fullerton. Ruby is survived by her daughters, Mary M. (Joe) Ranguette and Ruby Howell both of Hastings; sons, Roy (Greta) Barry of Hastings, Lawrence (Arlene Rose) Barry of Woodland, Lynn (Peg) Barry of St. David, Arizona; step-son Lee (Beth) Barry of Welling, Oklahoma; step-sons, Richard Barnes and Duane Barnes both of California; step-daughter, Wanda Guernsey of Hastings; 19 grandchildren; 39 great grandchildren; 33 great-great grandchildren; also sisters, Agnes Nicolai of Linden, and Wilma Foster of Venice, Florida. Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings, Rev. Jeff Garrison officiating and burial was at Fuller Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Give a memorial that can go on forever This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Lauer Family Funeral Homes Gordon H. Cove 77546454 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. Rhoda L. Russell �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 3, 2010 — Page 7 A look down memory lane... with Esther Walton 1924 series retold stories of pioneer life in Barry County Following are personal recollections of early Barry County residents who responded to the Banner’s 1924 request to share their memories. The entire headline read: “Old residents of Barry County who have seen it developed from an almost boundless forest into a rich farming community – Some of the interesting experiences of these ‘old pioneers.’” These were originally printed in the Feb. 20, 1924, Banner and were collected and transcribed by Gordon Mitchell of Hickory Corners. ***** Milo Phillips Milo Phillips was born in Medina County, Ohio, in the year 1835. At the age of 17, he left Ohio for Michigan, walking the entire distance, leading two head of cattle. It took him several weeks to complete this journey. He landed in Hope Township on a small tract of land which his father had contracted for in the year 1852. He experienced all the hardships that the other pioneers did. One instance he remembers in particular was when he killed a deer with a canoe paddle when it was trying to swim across the foot of Wall Lake. He lived in the township of Hope until September 1923, when he became too old and feeble to care for himself and was taken to the Barry County home where he is now living at the ripe old age of 89. Mrs. Emily C. McElheny Perhaps the oldest resident in point of years whose name has been sent to the Banner is Mrs. Emily McElheny of this city, who celebrated her 96th birthday anniversary on Nov. 6 of last year. She was born in Allegheny County, N.Y., and was the oldest in a family of three children. As a small child, she was very much afraid of the Indians who roamed the country around her home, and the stories told by the neighbors accentuated these fears. All the clothes for the family were made at home, their own flax and sheep furnishing the raw material. Sewing came naturally to Mrs. McElheny, and she was always busy at some task, even when a small child. At the age of 4, she began school in a little red school house, with high windows and crude benches, that was heated by a huge fire- place. There she also attended Sunday school of which her father was the superintendent. One of her first school tasks was to make samplers. Mrs. McElheny has clear recollections of the Mexican War and the popularity of Gen. Winfield Scott, who was then commander-inchief of the army. The first Erie railroad crossed her father’s farm [in New York]. Before she was 16 years of age, she began teaching school, later attending the Alfred Academy, and afterwards teaching in Dansville, N.Y. In 1848, she married John McElheny and in 1869 they came to Michigan, settling on the old Kinsley farm near Hickory Corners. In 1885, she came to Hastings, making her home with her daughter, Mrs. Isabel Pancoast, Mr. McElheny having died in 1884. Hastings has since been her home. Mrs. McElheny can tell many interesting incidents of the early days and though she is confined to her bed, she is interested in life about her and keeps in touch with all the topics of the day. Her father lived to be 96 years old and she bids fair to reach the century mark. [According to cemetery records, Emily McElheny died a little more than a year later on March 24, 1925. She and her husband John, a Civil War veteran, are buried at East Hickory Corners Cemetery.] Ellen (Collins) Titus Ellen (Collins) Titus of Cloverdale, aged 75 years, is one of the present pioneers of the village and looks back with pleasant memories to the days when auto trucks and jitney buses weren’t quite so numerous and remembers well when she and her brother Dennis Collins of Prairieville, aged 8 and 10 years, took the barefoot trail and drove through the family herd from Grass Lake, Jackson County, to their parents’ newly acquired home on the shore of Guernsey Lake in Hope Township. Mrs. Titus has spent the greater part of her life in Barry County, and was a teacher in the schools in the early days and at present is enjoying fairly good health and has been making her home lately with her daughter, Mrs. Orlie Fisher of Dowling. Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of Boost your savings and investments during ‘empty nest’ years You’ve finished paying your children’s college bills. Maybe you’ve even paid off your mortgage. So now that you’re in your “empty nest” years, you don’t have to worry about where the money is going, right? In reality, you may be caring for aging parents and possibly even dealing with “boomerang” kids returning home. Nonetheless, at this stage of your life, you need to focus your efforts on saving and investing for the retirement lifestyle you’ve envisioned. If you’re concerned about whether you’ll be able to afford retirement, you aren’t alone. Consider the following figures from the 2009 Retirement Confidence Survey, published by the Employee Benefit Research Institute: • Just 13 percent of the workers surveyed said they are very confident about having enough money for a comfortable retirement. This represents the lowest level since the Retirement Confidence Survey began in 1993. • Seventy-two percent of workers — up from 66 percent in 2007 - are planning to supplement their income in retirement by working for pay. These figures are probably driven, in part, by the recent recession, but they also reflect a general uneasiness among workers about how well they’ve saved and invested for retire- Social News Disability benefits are not just for grown-ups seriously limit your child’s activities. • Have a condition that has lasted or is expected to last at least 12 months or is expected to result in death. Once your child reaches age 18, SSI disability benefits might still be payable as an adult. Also, an adult who was disabled before reaching age 22 might be eligible for Social Security benefits as a “disabled adult child.” For a disabled adult to become entitled to this “child” benefit, one of his or her parents: • Must be receiving Social Security retirement or disability benefits; or • Must be deceased and have worked long enough to be covered under Social Security. The best way to get started is by checking out the Disability Starter Kit at www.socialsecurity.gov/applyfordisability or call 800-7721213. Vonda VanTil is the public affairs specialist for West Michigan. You can write her at Social Security Administration, 50 College SE, Grand Rapids MI 49503 or via e-mail at vonda.vantil@ssa.gov. Norma McNutt to celebrate 85th birthday Norma McNutt will celebrate her 85th birthday on June 5th. A party in her honor will be held that day from 1 to 5 p.m. at 719 S. Dibble Street, Hastings. Please join Norma and her family. ment. As you know, it’s not easy to save for retirement and pay for your kids’ college and make your mortgage payments. Like many people, you might have just done the best you could for all these years. But if you’ve finished paying off some major expenses, you might have more chances to boost your retirement savings. Here are a few suggestions: • Increase your contributions to your employer-sponsored retirement plan. In 2010, you can put up to $16,500 into your 401(k), 403(b) or 457(b) plan, or $22,000 if you’re 50 or older. Your contributions are typically made with pretax dollars, so the more you contribute, the lower your taxable income. Plus, your earnings can grow on a tax-deferred basis. • Increase your IRA contributions. Even if you have a 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan, you may still be eligible to contribute to a traditional or Roth IRA. In 2010, you can put $5,000 into an IRA, or $6,000 if you’re 60 or older. A traditional IRA grows tax deferred, while a Roth IRA can grow tax free, provided you’ve held your account at least five years and you don’t start taking withdrawals until you’re age 591⁄2. • Rebalance your investment portfolio. Maintaining the right mix of investments can be a balancing act. On one hand, you’ll need to own a reasonable percentage of growth-ori- Marriage Licenses Jeremiah Joseph Angoli, Hastings and Mahri Terese Johnson, Dowling. Christopher Royal Antolovich Jr., Hastings and Hillary Sue Bringman, Hastings. Lucas Francis Clark, Middleville and Shane Beth Ridderikhoff, Middleville. Brandon Lawrence Eberly, Hastings and Danielle Marie Dewey, Hastings. Dustin Timothy France, Woodland and Rachel Ann Newton, Hastings. William Paul Heern, Hollywood, MD and Robin Lee Lampher, Hollywood, MD. Jason Bartholomew Hook, Delton and Kimberly Ann Weiler, Delton. Benjamin Ray Jablonski, Nashville and Tiffany Jean Thomas, Nashville. 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HASTINGS, MI City of Hastings NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED 2010/2011 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET 77546173 ® The 77546486 The City of Hastings will hold a Public Hearing for the purpose of hearing written and/or oral comments from the public concerning the annual budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011. The public hearing will be held at 7:00 PM on Monday, June 14, 2010 in the City Council Chambers on the second floor of City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The City Council will consider the budget as proposed by the City Manager and presented to City Council on April 26, 2010. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. All interested citizens are encourage to attend and to submit comments. A copy of this information, the entire proposed budget, and additional background materials are available for public inspection from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Office of the City Clerk, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to the City clerk at 269.945.2468 or TDD call relay services 800.649.3777. Thomas E. Emery, City Clerk ented vehicles to potentially boost your retirement savings. On the other hand, if you are within, say, five years of retirement, you may also want to reduce the effects of volatility on your portfolio, which means you’ll need some income-producing investments that carry a relatively lower level of investment risk. 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If your child who lives with you has a disability, and you also have limited income and resources, your child may be able to receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) disability benefits. SSI is another program run by Social Security. SSI is a needs-based program funded through general tax revenues. To qualify for SSI, your child must meet the following requirements: • Be under age 18 • Not be working and earning more than $1,000 a month in 2010. (This earnings amount changes every year.) If he or she is working and earning that much money, we will determine that your child is not disabled. • Have a physical or mental condition or a combination of conditions that results in “marked and severe functional limitations.” This means that the condition(s) must very EDWARD JONES 77543076 From TIME to TIME �Page 8 — Thursday, June 3, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Virgil J Carter and Julie A Texter, aka Julie A Carter aka Julie Carter, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated May 12, 2004, and recorded on May 17, 2004 in instrument 1127763, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-One And 01/100 Dollars ($165,491.01), including interest at 8.48% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 730 feet of the West 590 feet of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 28, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545758 File #322300F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gilbert M. Encinas and Katherine A. Encinas, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2000, as evidenced by Affidavit Of Lost Document recorded on January 11, 2002 in instrument 1072933, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Fourteen And 38/100 Dollars ($86,314.38), including interest at 8.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of Lots 607 and 608 of the City, Formerly Village of Hastings. According to the Recorded Plat thereof, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545815 File #320827F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark A Edgar and Brenda K Edger, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 18, 2008, and recorded on October 7, 2008 in instrument 20081007-0009809, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand One Hundred Three And 10/100 Dollars ($133,103.10), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 17, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1203, Original Plan of the Village (Now City) of Hastings, according to the plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 20, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545949 File #290575F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert W. Fleury, aka Robert Wayne Fleury, an unmarried man, to National City Mortgage, a division of National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated May 8, 2008 and recorded May 14, 2008 in Instrument Number 20080514-0005203, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred One Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Seven and 74/100 Dollars ($101,567.74) including interest at 5.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 24, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 110 feet West of the Northeast Corner of West one-half Northwest one-quarter Section 9, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, for place of beginning. Thence West 200 feet; thence South 320 feet; thence East 145 feet; thence North 290 feet; thence East 55 feet; thence North 30 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 27, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 401.0579 ASAP# 3578309 05/27/2010, 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010 77546157 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian R. Harris, a single man, to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated February 27, 2007 and recorded March 21, 2007 in Instrument Number 1177716, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty and 34/100 Dollars ($131,960.34) including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 24, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of Section 26, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, thence South 80 rods; thence West 80 rods for place of beginning; thence North 270 feet; thence West 358 feet; thence South 270 feet; thence East 358 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 27, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.6352 ASAP# 3581997 05/27/2010, 77546246 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010 MORTGAGE SALE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default has occurred in a future advance mortgage made on June 10, 2005 by Michael M. Sherk and Kristy K. Sherk, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, to HCB Mortgage Company, a Michigan orporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on June 16, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, at Instrument No. 1148148. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Note, which is secured by the Mortgage, the sum of One Hundred EightySeven Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Seven and 88/100 Dollars ($187,497.88). No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, July 8, 2010, at one o’clock the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with default interest, as provided by the Note and Mortgage, legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Lot 13 of Loehr’s Landing, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on page 6, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of sale unless the property is abandoned, in which case the redemption period shall be one (1) month from the date of sale. MILLER JOHNSON, Attorneys for Mortgagee Dated: June 1, 2010 By:_____________________________________ J. Patrick Hackett 250 Monroe Avenue Suite 800 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77546529 (616) 831-1700 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jason R. Deal and Becky Deal, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Long Beach Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated October 4, 2006, and recorded on October 18, 2006 in instrument 1171575, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank Nat'l Trust Co, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-10 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Four And 32/100 Dollars ($155,904.32), including interest at 4.879% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 17, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 10 and the East 1/2 of Lot 9 of Block 11, of Lincoln Park Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on page 55. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 20, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545940 File #189447F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lisa Beth Baker and Michelle Stenzelbarton, as Joint Tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2005, and recorded on September 29, 2005 in instrument 1153550, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Five And 94/100 Dollars ($102,565.94), including interest at 6.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lots 6 and 7 of Block 7 of the Eastern Addition to the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, According to the Recorded Plat thereof, except the North 10 Feet of said Lot 6. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545821 File #319753F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ronald Traylor, a single person, original mortgagor(s), to Member First Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2002, and recorded on November 5, 2002 in instrument 1090964, and modified by Affidavit or Order recorded on April 26, 2010 in instrument 201004260004225, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand Four Hundred Six And 78/100 Dollars ($72,406.78), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning 70 rods South of the Northeast corner of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, for the place of beginning; thence West 80 rods; thence South 10 rods, thence East 80 rods, thence North to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545866 File #299914F03 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Robbie Parnell and Jeana Parnell, Husband and Wife to Option One Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated November 12, 2003 and recorded December 19, 2003 in Instrument # 1119600 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned through mesne assignments to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2004-OPT1, Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2004-OPT1 by assignment of mortgage dated May 25, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Six Hundred Thirteen Dollars and Two Cents ($102,613.02) including interest 12.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on July 1, 2010 Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 132 feet of Lot 3, Block 8 and East 132 feet of Lot 4, Block 8, all of Samuel Roush's Addition, Village of Freeport, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 23. Commonly known as 226 Cressy St, Freeport MI 49325 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 6/03/2010 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2004-OPT1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-OPT1 Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 10-24335 ASAP# 3591235 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 06/24/2010 STATE OF MICHIGAN 56B JUDICIAL DISTRICT JUDGMENT OF POSSESSION AFTER LAND CONTRACT FORFEITURE CASE NO. 10-0542 SP COURT ADDRESS 206 West Court Street, Suite 202, Hastings, MI 49058 COURT TELEPHONE NO. (269) 945-1404 Plaintiff THE RAYMOND VILLAIRE TRUST NEAL J. BARNETT P42777 2041 E. SQUARE LAKE RD., SUITE 100 TROY, MI 48085 (248) 644-3600 Plaintiff Attorney v Defendant LEONARD GRAFF THE COURT FINDS: default* * For a defendant on active military duty, default judgment shall not be entered except as provided by the Servicememebers Civil Relief Act. There is now due to plaintiff: Amount: $40,000.00 (Interest) $ 3,795.00 Costs $ 712.00 Total $44,507.00 TO THE DEFENDANT, IT IS ORDERED: A judgment of possession for breach of a land contract is entered in this case for the following described property: 5372 GUERNSEY LAKE ROAD, DELTON, MICHIGAN 49046. The court has determined you owe $44,507, including interest paid to 5/26/2010, you have 90 days from the date of delivery/mailing of this judgment to pay. If you do not pay the judgment by the time stated or if the breach is not cured by the date stated, an order of eviction may be issued. YOU ARE ADVISED that you may file a motion for a new trial, a motion to set aside a default judgment, or an appeal and appeal bond within 10 days of judgment. This must comply with all court rules and must be filed in court by June 7, 2010. You may want legal help. Date: May 26, 2010 77546460 Judge Gary R. Holman P15079 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Theodore G Baker and Debra L Baker, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Lenders Network USA, Inc., Mortgagee, dated July 24, 2001, and recorded on August 24, 2001 in instrument 1065307, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas as Trustee as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand Seventy And 78/100 Dollars ($67,070.78), including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 4 Rods of the South 10 Rods of Lots 19 and 20 of the City, Formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545796 File #319362F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary A Hill, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to First Place Bank, Mortgagee, dated October 6, 2006, and recorded on October 9, 2006 in instrument 1171184, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Six And 12/100 Dollars ($79,566.12), including interest at 6.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 24, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 171 feet of the South 513 feet of the West 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Northeast fractional 1/4 of Section 5, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, excepting the East 40 feet therefrom. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 27, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546148 File #320806F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Patricia Hoekstra, a married woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2006 and recorded May 3, 2006 in Instrument Number 1164008, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-HE2, Asset Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2006-HE2 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Three Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Five and 48/100 Dollars ($93,395.48) including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 24, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3 of Balm-Meer according to the Plat thereof Recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 30 in Official Records, together with that part of Lot 4 of said Plat described as: Beginning at the Northwest Corner of Lot 4; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes East 29.0 feet along the North line thereof; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes East 135.00 feet to the South Line of Lot 4; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes West 14.88 feet to the Southwest Corner of said Lot 4; thence North 6 degrees 01 minutes 20 seconds West 135.72 feet to Point of Beginning, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 27, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 209.7132 ASAP# 3582065 05/27/2010, 77546251 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kathleen J. Peterson and Larry W. Peterson, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 25, 2006, and recorded on September 11, 2006 in instrument 1169834, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York as Successor to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. as Trustee for Holders of SAMI II Trust 2006-AR7 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Thirty Thousand One Hundred Three And 03/100 Dollars ($330,103.03), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3 and the southwesterly 1/2 of Lot 2 of Spring Point Plat, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 70. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545767 File #247321F02 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 3, 2010 — Page 9 LEGAL NOTICES MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181674, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of May 12, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety Seven and 19/100 Dollars ($127,797.19) together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage, and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, June 17, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgage before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #15, Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-012-00 UNIT(S) 15, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUM,S A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46, TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgage can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: May 12, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77545933 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by PANDL DEVELOPMENT, L.L.C., by Denise Pandl and Alfred Pandl, It’s Owners, whose address is 1682 North M-43 Highway, Hastings, MI 49058, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, on June 16, 2008 and recorded at Document #200806160006253 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses, the sum of $208,419.70 with interest at the rate of 6.850%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgage, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse, County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on the 1st day of July, at 1:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 6.850%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorneys fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, to wit: COMMENCING AT THE CENTER POST OF SECTION 20, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, HASTINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN AND RUNNING THENCE NORTH 89º30’ WEST 777 FEET MORE OR LESS, ALONG THE EAST-WEST 1/4 LINE OF SAID SECTION TO THE EAST LINE OF HIGHWAY M-37; THENCE SOUTH 00º11’ EAST 60 FEET ALONG SAID EAST LINE TO THE TRUE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 89º30’ EAST 175 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00º11’ EAST 300 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89º30’ WEST 175 FEET TO THE EAST LINE OF HIGHWAY M-37; THENCE NORTH 00º11’ WEST 300 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT 60 FEET IN WIDTH FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS, THE SOUTH LINE OF WHICH IS COINCIDENT WITH THE NORTH LINE OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PARCEL. RESERVING AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS OVER THE NORTH 6 FEET OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PARCEL. Commonly known as: 300 Meadow Run Drive, Hastings, Mi 49058. The period of redemption will be six (6) months from the date of sale. Dated: May 21, 2010 Union Bank of Lake Odessa DRAFTED BY: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 By: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) 77546239 Attorney for Union Bank NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by GEOFFREY MOFFAT, a single man, ("Mortgagor"), to SBC MORTGAGE, LLC, now a dissolved Michigan limited liability company, dated July 25, 2002, which was duly recorded in the office of the Barry County, Michigan, Register of Deeds on July 30, 2002, as Instrument No. 1084624 (the "Mortgage"). SBC Mortgage, LLC subsequently assigned the Mortgage to Chemical Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, of 2185 Three Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), as confirmed by an assignment of mortgage dated May 6, 2010, and recorded May 14, 2010, as instrument number 201005140004829. By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Twenty Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty Six and 24/100 Dollars ($27,986.24). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 24th day of June, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 16, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at the North 1/4 corner of Section 16; thence South 89°56'48" East 250.00 feet along the North line of said Northeast 1/4; thence South 05°20'00" East 178 feet more or less to the Centerline of Duncan Creek; thence meandering Westerly along said Centerline of Duncan Creek to the North-South 1/4 line of Section 16; thence North 00°33'10" East 212 feet more or less along said North-South 1/4 line to the place of beginning. Together with all the improvements erected on the real estate, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures a part of the property, and all replacements and additions. Commonly known as: Vacant Land on Garbow Road, Middleville, Michigan 49333 P.P. #08-14-016-004-50 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor's heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned. Dated: May 27, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77546433 1788443-1 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael Pino, a married man and Kelly Jo Pino, his wife, to Old Kent Mortgage Company now by various resolutions duly known as Fifth Third Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated June 12, 1998 and recorded June 16, 1998 in Instrument Number 1013638, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-Eight and 50/100 Dollars ($122,368.50) including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 17, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The land referred to in this Commitment, situated in the County of Barry, Township of Thornapple, State of Michigan, is described as follows: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at the East 1/4 of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East, 462.92 feet along the East line of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 24 seconds West 657.93 feet parallel with the EastWest 1/4 line of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 00 seconds West 462.92 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 45 minutes 24 seconds East 658.46 feet along said East-West 1/4 line to the point of beginning. Also, subject to and together with an easement for ingress and egress described as follows: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as the East 20.00 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 1 and the Southwest 1/4 of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, the centerline of which is described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of said Section 1; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East, 1317.30 feet along the East line of said Section to the South line of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 1 and the point of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds West, 324.74 feet; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 30 seconds West, 657.31 feet parallel with the East-West 1/4 line of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 00 seconds West 530.20 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section to reference point "A"; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 24 seconds West 528.96 feet to the point of ending. Also that part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at the above described reference point "A"; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 00 seconds West, 200.00 feet to the point of ending of said centerline and also the West 33.00 feet of the West 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, except the South 396.00 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 20, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.6329 ASAP# 3572638 05/20/2010, 77546008 05/27/2010, 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Green Rock Investments, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company, of 3608 Sunrise Lane, NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49534, and Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated June 13, 2006, and recorded on July 21, 2006 in Document No. 1167508 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of One Hundred Twenty Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Thirty Six Cents ($123,715.36), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 10.250%, and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on June 24, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. the undersigned will sell at the East door of the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding of the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in the mortgage located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County and which are described as follows: Unit 2 of Whispering Pines, a condominium according to the master deed recorded in Instrument No. 1161320, Barry County records, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46, as amended, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements, as set forth in the above master deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. P.P. #08-16-370-002-00 which is commonly known as Unit 2, Whispering Pines Condominiums, Wayland, Michigan 49348. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. DATED: May 13, 2010 Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa Avenue, NW Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77545977 (616) 458-1315 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy L Hook, and Leona E Hook, Husband and Wife as tenants by entirety, original mortgagor(s), to Bank One, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 1, 2004, and recorded on September 20, 2004 in instrument 1134112, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Three Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Six And 65/100 Dollars ($73,936.65), including interest at 6.65% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 24, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 250 feet West of the Southeast corner of the West 55 acres of the North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 6, thence North 222 feet, thence West 244.5 feet, thence South 222 feet, thence East 244.5 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 27, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #321107F01 77546142 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by GEOFFREY MOFFAT, a single man, ("Mortgagor"), to SBC MORTGAGE, LLC, now a dissolved Michigan limited liability company, dated July 25, 2002, which was duly recorded in the office of the Barry County, Michigan, Register of Deeds on July 30, 2002, as Instrument No. 1084625 (the "Mortgage"). SBC Mortgage, LLC subsequently assigned the Mortgage to Chemical Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, of 2185 Three Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), as confirmed by an assignment of mortgage dated May 6, 2010, and recorded May 14, 2010, as instrument number 201005140004828. By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Twenty Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty Six and 24/100 Dollars ($27,986.24). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 24th day of June, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 16, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 corner of Section 16; thence South 89°56'48" East 250.00 feet along the North line of said Northeast 1/4 to the place of beginning of this description; thence South 89°56'48" East 460.34 feet along said North line; thence South 00°03'12" West 33.00 feet; thence South 12°34'00" West 395 feet more or less to the centerline of Duncan Creek; thence meandering Westerly along said centerline of Duncan Creek to its intersection with a line which bears South 05°20'00" East from the place of beginning; thence North 05°20'00" West 178 feet more or less to the place of beginning. Together with all the improvements erected on the real estate, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures a part of the property, and all replacements and additions. Commonly known as: Vacant Land on Garbow Road, Middleville, Michigan 49333 P.P. #08-14-016-004-20 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor's heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned. Dated: May 27, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77546438 1788454-1 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jason L. Kious and Carrie A. Kious, husband and wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for America’s Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated January 6, 2005, and recorded on January 20, 2005, as Document Number: 1140397, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWALT 2005-07CB by an Assignment of Mortgage dated March 31, 2009 and recorded April 03, 2009 by Document Number: 20090403-00037253, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Three Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Three and 23/100 ($153,933.23) including interest at the rate of 6.50000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on June 24, 2010 Said premises are situated in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the East 1/2, Southwest 1/4, section 25, town 4 North, range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of said section; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes East 1325.13 feet along the East-West 1/4 line of said section; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds West 542.67 feet along the West line of said East 1/2, Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 16 minutes 30 seconds East 286.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds West 332.02 feet; thence North 89 degrees 16 minutes 30 seconds West 253.01 feet; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 57 seconds West 385.57 feet; thence North 56 degrees 27 minutes 26 seconds West 39.57 feet along the Centerline of Irving Road; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds East 692.52 feet along the West line of said East 1/2 of Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement as described in the "easement description". Easement Description: and Easement for Ingress, Egress, and utility purposes over a 66 foot wide strip of land, the centerline of which is described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of section 25, town 4 North, range 10 West; Thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes East 1325.13 feet along the East-West 1/4 line of said section; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds West 1235.19 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said section; thence South 56 degrees 27 minutes 26 seconds East 39.57 feet along the centerline of Irving Road to the place of beginning of the centerline of said 66 foot wide Easement; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds East 385.57 feet along the East line of the West 33 feet of said East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 to the reference point "B"; thence South 89 degrees 16 minutes 30 seconds East 253.01 feet to the place of ending of said easement. Also over a 66 foot wide strip of land, the centerline of which is described as beginning at the above described reference point "B"; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds East 611.42 feet; thence South 89 degrees 16 minutes 30 seconds East 17.00 feet to reference point "C" and the place of ending of said easement. Also over a 50 foot radius circle, the radius point of which is the above described reference point "C". Commonly known as: 3347 Eagleview Ct The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: May 27, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for the Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a the Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWALT 2005-07CB 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 Case No. 172.01688-2 77546090 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate Estate of John K. DeBroux. Date of birth: May 16, 1925. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, John K. DeBroux, who lived at 430 Indian Hills Drive, Hastings, Michigan died May 4, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate and the John K. DeBroux Trust u/t/a dated 6/25/86 will be forever barred unless presented to Hastings City Bank, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court Street, Hastings and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: May 25, 2010 Law Weathers Stephanie S. Fekkes P43549 150 W. Court Street Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-1921 Hastings City Bank 150 W. Court Street Hastings, MI 49058 77546457 (269) 945-2401 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darwin Kosbar and Donna Kosbar, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 6, 2004, and recorded on November 23, 2004 in instrument 1137648, and assigned by said Mortgagee to MidFirst Bank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Nine Thousand Fifty And 60/100 Dollars ($89,050.60), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 10, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel of land located in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section 9; thence North 03 degrees 05 minutes 51 seconds East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section, 2028.66 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along said North and South 1/4 line; 237.48 feet; thence South 88 degrees 09 minutes 21 seconds East, 500.00 feet; thence South 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds West, parallel with said North and South 1/4 line, 167.54 feet; thence South 78 degrees 36 minutes 03 seconds West 350.59 feet; thence North 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds West 160.62 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to and together with easement for ingress and egress described as: A 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress and public utilities described as follows: Parcel of land located in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section 9, thence North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section, 2029.23 feet to the point of beginning thence continuing North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along said North and South 1/4 line, 66.06 feet; thence South 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds East 183.62 feet; thence South 50 degrees 22 minutes 08 seconds East 107.35 feet; thence South 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seconds East 122.88 feet; thence South 79 degrees 20 minutes 05 seconds East, 184.57 feet; thence South 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds West 66.58 feet; thence North 79 degrees 20 minutes 05 seconds West 231.32 feet; thence North 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seconds West 142.65 feet; thence North 50 degrees 22 minutes 08 seconds West 68.88 feet; thence North 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds West 160.58 to said North and South 1/4 line and the point of beginning. Parcel of land located in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Section 9; thence North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 2029.23 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East, along said North and South 1/4 line, 66.06 feet thence South 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds East, 183.62 feet; thence South 50 degrees 22 minutes 08 seconds East, 107.35 feet; thence South 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seconds East, 320.21 feet; thence South 46 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds East, 134.08 feet; thence North 89 degrees 50 minutes 11 seconds West, 95.79 feet; thence North 46 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds West 80.38 feet; thence North 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seconds West 317.70 feet; thence North 50 degrees 22 minutes 08 seconds West 68.88 feet; thence North 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds West 160.58 feet to said North and South 1/4 line and the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 13, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545826 File #318603F01 �Page 10 — Thursday, June 3, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES SYNOPSIS HOPE TOWNSHIP Regular Board Meeting May 10, 2010 All board members present. 2 guests. Approved: Standing Reports Bills Estimate for Extra Blacktop at CCC Pay of $9.00 for groundskeepers Fuel Purchase Agreement subject to Attorney Approval. Purchase of push mower. New computer for Treasurer. Extending Weed Control program at Wall Lake. Credit Application at Tractor Supply. Adjourned at 7:58 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by Patricia Albert, Supervisor 77546449 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Green Rock Investments, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company, of 3608 Sunrise Lane, NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49534, and Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated June 13, 2006, and recorded on July 21, 2006 in Document No. 1167508 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of One Hundred Twenty Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Thirty Six Cents ($123,715.36), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 10.250%, and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on June 24, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. the undersigned will sell at the East door of the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding of the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in the mortgage located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County and which are described as follows: Unit 3 of Whispering Pines, a condominium according to the master deed recorded in Instrument No. 1161320, Barry County records, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46, as amended, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements, as set forth in the above master deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. P.P. #08-16-370-003-00 which is commonly known as Unit 3, Whispering Pines Condominiums, Wayland, Michigan 49348. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. DATED: May 13, 2010 Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa Avenue, NW Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77545982 (616) 458-1315 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181665, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of May 12, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Eight Thousand Five Hundred Eighty Seven and 19/100 Dollars ($128,587.19), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage, and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, June 17, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #12, Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-012-00 UNIT(S) 12, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46, TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: May 12, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77545923 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Timothy Willson and Annetta Willson 2673 Wildflower Drive Middleville, MI 49333 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: June 3, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 393.0373 ASAP# 77546418 3591251 06/03/2010 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Robert Palmer 2615 Quakezik Road Hastings, MI 49508 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: June 3, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 200.6509 ASAP# 77546511 3591265 06/03/2010 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Green Rock Investments, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company, of 3608 Sunrise Lane, NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49534, and Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated June 13, 2006, and recorded on July 21, 2006 in Document No. 1167508 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of One Hundred Twenty Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Thirty Six Cents ($123,715.36), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 10.250%, and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on June 24, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. the undersigned will sell at the East door of the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding of the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in the mortgage located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County and which are described as follows: Unit 13 of Whispering Pines, a condominium according to the master deed recorded in Instrument No. 1161320, Barry County records, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46, as amended, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements, as set forth in the above master deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. P.P. #08-16-370-013-00 which is commonly known as Unit 13, Whispering Pines Condominiums, Wayland, Michigan 49348. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. DATED: May 13, 2010 Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa Avenue, NW Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77545987 (616) 458-1315 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by RYAN WESTENDORP and ABIGALE WESTENDORP, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated April 18, 2007, and recorded on April 19, 2007, in Document No. 1179517, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Nine Thousand Twenty-Three Dollars and Twelve Cents ($99,023.12), including interest at 6.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on June 10, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION 24, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, CARLTON TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 07 SECONDS WEST, 49.71 FEET ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 24; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 22 MINUTES 25 SECONDS WEST, 210.14 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE M-43 HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY, AS DESCRIBED IN LIBER 247 ON PAGE 455; THENCE SOUTH 54 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 16 SECONDS EAST, 252.42 FEET ALONG THE SOUTHWESTERLY LINE OF THE CLEAR VISION AREA DESCRIBED IN LIBER 247 ON PAGE 433, TO SAID EAST SECTION LINE; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 07 SECONDS WEST, 85.00 FEET ALONG THE SAID EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 24; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 22 MINUTES 25 SECONDS WEST, 275.01 FEET; THENCE NORTH 01 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 07 SECONDS EAST, 273.70 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 24; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS EAST, 275.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77545851 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Charles O. Martin and Elizabeth M. Martin have defaulted on a Mortgage for the real property known as: 8525 Bivens Road, Nashville, MI 49073 This Notice is to inform you that you have the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage serv¬icer. Jane Roberts has been designated by them as the person to con¬tact who has authority to determine your eligibility for a mortgage modification. Charles O. Martin and Elizabeth M. Martin may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michi¬gan State Housing Development Author¬ity's (MSHDA) website at www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at (866) 946-7432. That if Charles O. Martin and Elizabeth M. Martin request a meeting with the person designated above, within 14 days, foreclosure proceedings will not commence until 90 days after the date a notice was mailed to them. That if Charles O. Martin and Elizabeth M. Martin and the designated person reach an agreement to modify the mort¬gage loan, the mortgage will not be fore¬closed if Charles O. Martin and Elizabeth M. Martin abide by the terms of the agreement. Charles O. Martin and Elizabeth M. Martin have the right to contact an attor¬ney. You may contact the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer referral service (800) 968-0738. Dated: June 3, 2010 By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77546527 WWR# 10039408 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to James Shields, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6567 Woods Trl, Delton, MI 49046-7821. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 1, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 1, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 3, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77546509 File # 326802F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Phillip E Geesey, A Married Person and Rachel Geesey His Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Greenridge Mortgage Services, LLC, Mortgagee, dated March 31, 2008, and recorded on April 11, 2008 in instrument 20080411-0003953, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Six Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-Five And 86/100 Dollars ($146,785.86), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 24, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Located in the North 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 14, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of said Section 14 a distance of 623.90 feet West of the Northeast corner of said Section 14; Thence South at right angles to said North section line a distance of 350.00 feet; Thence West 225.00 feet; Thence North 350.00 feet to said North section line; Thence East along said North section line 225.00 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 27, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546121 File #252111F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard and Diana Steger, husband and wife as joint tenants, to Long Beach Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2000 and recorded May 2, 2000 in Instrument Number 1043802, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Aurora Loan Services, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Eight and 99/100 Dollars ($113,238.99) including interest at 9.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 1, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: As a place of beginning, a point 360.0 feet East of the Southwest corner of Section 8, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, a point on the South line of the said Section; thence Northerly 539.36 feet parallel with the West line of the said Section; thence Westerly 165.0 feet parallel with the South line of the said Section; thence Southerly 449.36 feet parallel with the West line of said Section, to a point 90.0 feet from the South line of said Section; thence Southwesterly about 79.0 feet to a point 140.0 feet from the West line and 33.0 feet from the South line of the said Section; thence Southerly 33.0 feet parallel with the West lien of the said Section, to the South line of the said Section; thence Easterly to the place of beginning. Subject to easement over the South 33.0 feet for public highway purposes. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 3, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 191.4189 ASAP# 3589855 06/03/2010, 77546502 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 06/24/2010 MEMORIAL DAY, continued from page 3 Roush with their son Nick’s best friend, Staff Sgt. Jason Gardener who came to be with the Roush family at this first Memorial Day after Nick’s death. The parade started at 10:30 and included a wagon full of veterans, the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School Band, members of the Thornapple Kellogg Jazz Band and more. As is the Middleville tradition, there was a stop at the bridge over the Thornapple River to honor those who have served at sea. Bob Roush talked about how he was a “crazy proud dad” and that the family had agreed to be grand marshals to be able to say “thank you” to all those who reached out to them following Nick’s death on Aug. 16, 2009. The comfort they received helped in the healing process. Nick’s brother Bobby and other young men from the First Baptist Church wore camouflage shirts with Nick’s initials on them and tossed a football waiting for the parade to begin. The ceremony at the bridge included the playing of “Eternal Father” by TKHS Band Director Ray Rickert and students Alicia Czarnecki, Jake Brower and Jacob Huyser. Brower and Huyser played “Taps” and its echo at the bridge and the cemetery service. The parade moved down Main Street to Mt. Hope Cemetery where the ceremony continued. Loftus showed how this was a community celebration honoring of veterans with American flags placed along Main Street by eighth grade boys on Friday, May 27, to the flags handed out by the Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts of Middleville’s Troop 105 during the parade, to the singing of the “Star Spangled Banner” to the placing of flowers and a wreath in memory and honor. Rickert played the “Star Spangled Banner” One of the most moving parts of the service in Orangeville was the placing the wreath in front of the Veterans Memorial. Laying the wreath were Master of Ceremonies Alexander Liceaga, Boyce Miller and Ted Weatherhead. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Middleville’s Honored Veteran John Loftus served as master of ceremonies for the Memorial Day observances. Here, he salutes those who served at sea in the armed forces before dropping a wreath in their honor into the Thornapple River. (Photo by Patricia Johns) to accompany the singing. This is the first year for the inclusion of the national anthem. The Memorial Day observances were a collaborative effort by the Middleville American Legion Post 140, the Middleville Lion’s Club, the Middleville Rotary Club, the Thornapple Kellogg Schools and area churches who provided sound systems at the bridge and in the cemetery. The gun salute was provided by Paul Hernandez of American Legion Post 140, Staff Sgt. Scott Palmer of the U.S. Army and Gardener. Following the playing of “Taps,” Donna Roush was presented with a Gold Star Mother banner by Hernandez from the American Legion Post 140. The First Baptist Church hosted a pot luck Gold Star Mother banquet at the church at noon following the ceremony at the cemetery. Loftus told everyone how much he appreciated the community’s support for veterans and the continuation of the annual Memorial Day events. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 3, 2010 — Page 11 MONUMENT, continued from page 1 resentatives of the DDA explained that the drawings are very preliminary in nature. “I don’t think we’re opposed to working with you on any kind of design,” stressed May. VanNortwick also expressed concern over the monument being obscured by various aspects of the proposed location and suggested that it instead be located to a position nearer M-43. According to May, with enough public support, the monument could be relocated as soon as summer 2011. At the next meeting June 8, commissioners also will vote on the following possible courses of action: • Changing policy to allow the county’s surplus property, which currently is auctioned through eBay, to be auctioned through Biddergy. • Laying off Marilee Osterink, who works as a general equivalency diploma instructor through the Michigan Department of Corrections’ Office of Community Corrections, from June 14 to Aug. 31 to compensate for a lack of grant funding for her position. • Approving an agreement that would allow Van Buren County to act as the fiduciary for any funds provided by the 2009 Homeland Security Grant Program and intended for Barry County’s emergency management department. • Approving bids for remodeling of three area properties that would be paid for with COURT NEWS Barbara Jean Harvey, 48, of Delton was sentenced to 25 to 240 months with the Department of Corrections by Judge James Fisher in 5th Circuit Court last week. Harvey pleaded guilty to operating and/or maintaining a lab involving methamphetamine. She must also pay $500 in court costs related to the Sept. 9, 2009, incident in Baltimore Township. One charge of possessing methamphetamine/ecstasy, and two charges of possessing a controlled substance–analogues were not pursued by the prosecution. The prison term is to be served consecutively with charges from a separate case heard in 5th circuit court. In the second case, Harvey pleaded guilty to one count of operating a lab involving methamphetamine. Charges of operating or maintaining a lab near specified places, possession of methamphetamine/ecstasy and three charges of possessing analogues were dismissed by the prosecution. Teresa Marie Misa, 41, of Battle Creek was sentenced to 12 months in jail and 36 months of probation in relation to a Jan. 22 incident. Misa pleaded guilty to obtaining a controlled substance by fraud to Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court May 26. Court documents state that Misa did knowingly or intentionally acquire Lortab by impersonating someone else and picking up a false prescription. Misa must pay $1,254 in restitution, $60 to crime victim rights, $500 drug court fees and $68 state minimum costs. Charges of operating a vehicle with a suspended, revoked or denied license, license forgery and/or altercation and habitual offender, fourth notice were dismissed by the prosecution. In a separate case, Misa was sentenced to 12 months in jail and 36 months of probation after pleading guilty to forgery and having a forged driver’s license. She must pay $60 crime victim rights and $68 state minimum costs. Charges of forging a driver’s license with intent to commit a crime and possessing a forged driver’s license were dropped by the prosecution. The monument is depicted on the courthouse lawn in a conceptual drawing. Community Development Block Grant funds. • Approving applications from Linda Campbell that would allow four of her prop- erties to be recognized through the Farmland and Open Space Preservation Program. Sheriff’s report shows cases of breaking and entering up, larceny down by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At last week’s meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners, Sheriff Dar Leaf, who oversees the Barry County Sheriff’s Department, delivered the 2009 annual report on the governmental branch. Armed robbery, murder and other such acts fall under the category of index crimes, while acts like non-aggravated assault and vandalism are classified as non-index crimes. According to the report, the number of index and non-index crimes handled by the department from 2008 to 2009 increased slightly, with the department having dealt with nearly 480 index crimes and just over 1,290 non-index crimes last year. In the department’s investigative division, the two most significant trends relate to cases of breaking and entering and larceny, with the number of cases of breaking and entering investigated last year by the department up more than 40 from 2008 and the number of cases of larceny handled by the department in 2009 down more than 30 from the previous year. The report shows that, last year, the department investigated 120 and nearly 300 cases of breaking and entering and larceny, respectively. For many people, the most common interaction they have with police officers occurs during traffic stops, and the report shows that Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale Mobile Homes Real Estate AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 JUST SOME TLC needed. Newer 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with GREAT potential. Financing available plus 2 months free lot rent. Baltimore Terrace Mobile Home Park. 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State Street Hastings, MI 49058 (269)948-9400 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: 77546543 All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 the department issued nearly 1,270 traffic citations last year, just one more than the year before. According to the report, almost 1,210 traffic crashes were investigated in 2009 by the department, which also handled nearly 115 arrests for drunken driving the same year. In 2008, the department investigated just over 1,180 automotive wrecks and handled slightly more than 120 arrests of people who were driving under the influence, the report shows. Among other statistics, the report also shows that the department’s animal control division euthanized nearly 1,370 cats and just over 290 dogs last year. In 2008, nearly 1,350 cats and 335 dogs were euthanized. As further detailed in the report, the number of cats that were adopted from the department last year was almost unchanged from 2008, at nearly 250, and the number of dogs for which the department found homes rose by nearly 100 from 2008 to 2009, to approximately 715. New bill supports efforts of Special Olympics, Best Buddies Congressman Vernon J. Ehlers joined with members of the House Wednesday to pass the bipartisan Eunice Kennedy Shriver Act. The legislation continues the legacy of Shriver by reauthorizing the Special Olympics Sport and Empowerment Act, which has supported persons with intellectual disabilities through health, education, and global initiatives. It also includes authorizations to make grants to the Best Buddies organization to expand its programming. “Few organizations support individuals with intellectual disabilities to the extent of the Special Olympics and Best Buddies International, and I proudly support the Eunice Kennedy Shriver Act to help them continue that mission,” said Congressman Ehlers. “Special Olympics and Best Buddies are superb organizations that have done wonderful work in my district and across Michigan. I am pleased to join Leader Hoyer and others to support this bipartisan legislation.” “Hugs, smiles and warm hearts surround every single Special Olympics Michigan event,” said Lois Arnold, president and CEO of Special Olympics Michigan. “That’s because the 18,621 Special Olympics Michigan athletes experience a sense of confidence, pride and joy from participating in year-round athletic training and competition. Special Olympics positively impacts the lives of athletes, their family members, friends and the more than 20,000 volunteers in Michigan. In addition to the life-changing sports experiences we offer, federal funding allows us to provide Healthy Athletes programs at no cost to athletes or their families. Some of our athletes never knew how clearly they could see the world until their vision problem was diagnosed and then corrected with free prescription glasses.” The legislation was introduced by Congressman Ehlers, House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD), and senators Tom Harkin (D-IA) and Orrin Hatch (R-UT). The grants authorized by this bill will help improve the lives of people with intellectual disabilities and ensure their opportunities for full participation. Shriver, who passed away in August 2009, founded the Special Olympics and was a longtime supporter and board member of Best Buddies. Kevin Thomas Burns, 41, of Wayland, pleaded guilty to operating under the influence of alcohol, third offense, to Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court on May 27. He was sentenced to three months in jail and 24 months of probation in relation to the Feb. 26 incident. He must also pay $500 library fund-fines, $60 crime victim rights, $68 state minimum costs, $360 probation fees and $500 court costs. The balance of the jail sentence may be suspended upon payment of $1,128. Charges of operating while intoxicated, third offense, and operating with a suspended, denied or revoked license, second offense, were dropped by the prosecution. Talon Lee Harvey, 20, of Battle Creek, pleaded guilty to operating and maintaining a lab involving methamphetamine to Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court on May 27. Harvey was sentenced to between 36 and 240 months with the Department of Corrections in relation to the March 28 incident. He must also pay $500 court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $68 state minimum costs and $2,160 in restitution. Charges of attempting to possess a controlled substance, second or subsequent offense, and larceny of $200 or more, but less than $1,000, were dropped. POLICE BEAT Follow the sound to two warrants Barry County Sheriff Deputies were called to Sharp Park Campground May 30 on a noise complaint. While on the scene, deputies discovered Brandon Tony Bont, 24, of Hastings. Bont held two valid warrants out of 57th District Court in Allegan County. He was arrested on the warrants without incident. Need for speed results in citation A 55-year-old Hastings man was cited for careless driving after a Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy clocked him traveling 90 mph on M-37 on May 26. The subject told the deputy his vehicle, a Mustang, was a high-performance car and he should be able to use it as one. He pointed out a new ‘fuzzbuster’ that was supposed to make him invisible. He also told the deputy that he was speeding because he was in the mood to drive fast. Taking it to the streets, and to jail Hastings Police were dispatched to a reported fight in progress in the 100 block of East State Street May 30. Officers observed an individual, later identified as Dustin Williams, 23, from Hastings, yelling profanities at a female in the crowd. Officers attempted to get Williams to calm down several times; however, he continued yelling profanities and would not cooperate. Williams was placed under arrest on charges of disorderly conduct. Witnesses told officers Williams had been in an argument inside a restaurant, and he was removed from the establishment prior to the fight occurring outside. The other party involved had left prior to police arriving. Williams is facing additional charges of possessing marijuana which was found during the arrest. He was transported and lodged at the Barry County Jail. Alcohol consumption appears to have been a factor in the incident. Pay at the pump — for drinking and driving Todd West Champion, 23, of Delton was cited for operating while intoxicated, second offense, and driving with a suspended license, second offense, after Barry County Sheriff Deputies were called to the Shell gas station in Delton. Champion was discovered passed out behind the wheel of a vehicle parked at one of the pumps. Champion was found to have a blood alcohol content of .187 percent at the scene. Rock used to steal purse, medication Hastings Police are investigating a breaking an entering of a vehicle in the 500 block of Monroe Street reported on the morning of May 26. The complainant said someone had broken into a truck parked in the driveway sometime late May 25 or early May 26, by throwing a large rock through the passenger side front window to gain entry. The suspect(s) took a large leather purse containing the victim’s credit cards, prescription medications and personal belongings. Also taken from the vehicle was a Medtronic pain stimulator valued at $500. The incident remains under investigation. Police seeking person of interest Hastings Police have identified an individual who is a “person of interest” in an indecent exposure complaint that occurred at Bob King Park. Travis Williams, 32, from Nashville, is wanted for questioning in an indecent exposure complaint that was reported May 27. Two teenage girls were at the park during the early evening hours when a male subject exposed himself to them. The girls were able to obtain a license plate number which led to Williams, who later failed to appear for a scheduled interview at the Hastings Police Department. Authorities are asking the public to notify the Hastings Police Department if they know the whereabouts of Travis Williams Williams by calling 269-945-5744 or Barry County Central Dispatch at 269-948-4800 or Silent Observer 800-310-9031. Speeding leads to jail time James Daniel Heney IV, 21, of Nashville, was stopped for speeding by a Barry County Sheriff Deputy May 8. Heney was discovered to be driving without a license and also had an outstanding warrant from the Augusta Police Department. He was arrested and lodged at the Barry County Jail without incident and was also cited for having a child in the vehicle without a seatbelt. �Page 12 — Thursday, June 3, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Regular season ends for LHS soccer with mercy of Sexton LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Keith M. Hoot and Tonya F. Hoot, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 27, 2004, and recorded on October 6, 2004 in instrument 1135059, and rerecorded on March 2, 2005 in instrument 1142128, and modified by Affidavit or Order recorded on March 2, 2005 in instrument 1142128, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EMC Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Four And 58/100 Dollars ($225,864.58), including interest at 7.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 17, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 60 Acres of the North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, Except a Parcel described as: Beginning at the Northwest Corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 16; Thence East on 1/4 Line 16 Rods; thence South Parallel with the East Line of said Section 20 Rods, thence West at right angles parallel with the South Section Line 16 Rods to the North and South 1/4 Line; thence North on 1/4 Line to Beginning. Also, excepting there from a parcel of land described as: Commencing at the center 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 7 West; thence North 89 degrees 19 minutes 26 seconds East along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 264.00 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing North 89 degrees 19 minutes 25 seconds East along said East and West 1/4 line 660.00 feet; thence South 01 degrees 48 minutes 17 seconds East, parallel with the North and South 1/4 line of said Section, 334.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 19 minutes 26 seconds West parallel with said East and West 1/4 line, 660.00 feet; thence North 01 degrees 48 minutes 17 seconds West parallel with said North and South 1/4 line 334.00 feet to said East and West 1/4 line and the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 20, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545992 File #126531F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tad Macomber, a married man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2007 and recorded July 2, 2007 in Instrument Number 1182498, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Four Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Four and 17/100 Dollars ($174,254.17) including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 10, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: THAT PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 32, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 769.0 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1/4; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 57 MINUTES EAST 360.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 57 MINUTES EAST 300.0 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 230.80 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 57 MINUTES WEST 300.0 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 230.60 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO AND TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS, EGRESS AND UTILITY PURPOSES OVER A 66 FOOT WIDE STRIP OF LAND, THE CENTER LINE OF WHICH IS DESCRIBED AS: THE PART OF SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 32, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 982.0 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1/4 TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THE CENTERLINE OF SAID EASEMENT; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 57 MINUTES EAST 403.96 FEET TO THE PLACE OF ENDING OF SAID 66 FOOT WIDE EASEMENT. ALSO OVER A 50 FOOT RADIUS CIRCLE THE RADIUS CIRCLE, THE RADIUS POINT OF WHICH IS THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PLACE OF ENDING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 13, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.4457 ASAP# 3563142 05/13/2010, 05/20/2010, 77545840 05/27/2010, 06/03/2010 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181671, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of May 12, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety Seven and 19/100 Dollars ($127,797.19), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage, and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, June 17, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #16, Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-012-00 UNIT(S) 16, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46, TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: May 12, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77545918 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181668, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of May 12, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Seven Thousand Ninety Six and 64/100 Dollars ($127,796.64) together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage, and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, June 17, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #14, Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-014-00 UNIT(S) 14, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46, TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: May 12, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77545928 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Notice is hereby given that Default has occurred in a Mortgage given by Zackery T. Coenen to the United States of America, acting through the Rural Housing Service or successor agency, United States Department of Agriculture. The Mortgage is dated June 4, 2008 and was recorded on June 5, 2008 in Instrument No. 20080606-0005957 of the Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt which is now Eighty Three Thousand Five Hundred Sixty Eight and 71/100 ($83,568.71) Dollars. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by selling the property described below at a public auction to the highest bidder. The sale will be held on June 17, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan which is the location of the Barry County Circuit Court. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, including interest at the rate of 5.375% per year, legal costs, attorney fees and any taxes or insurance which may be paid by the mortgagee before the sale. The property to be sold is located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan and is more specifically described in the Mortgage as: The North 1/2 of Lot 3 and all of Lot 7, Block 22, THE EASTERN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber A of Plats, Page 2, Barry County Records. The redemption period will expire thirty (30) days from the date of the sale unless a notice is received pursuant to MCL §600.3241a(1)(C) in which case the redemption period will expire six (6) months from the date of the sale. Dated: May 6, 2010 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ACTING THROUGH THE RURAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, F/K/A THE RURAL HOUSING SERVICE, OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE PREPARED BY: JOHN R. TUCKER, P37348 WINEGARDEN, HALEY, LINDHOLM & ROBERTSON, P.L.C. G-9460 S. SAGINAW STREET, SUITE A GRAND BLANC, MI 48439 77545628 (810) 767-3600 Bring your special event photos to us for quality, professional processing. J-Ad Graphics PRINTING PLUS North of Hastings on M-43 Lakewood scored an 8-0 victory over Lansing Sexton last Wednesday, to get on track for this week’s Division 3 District Tournament hosted by Portland. The Vikings drew a bye for the first round of the district tournament, and will face either Portland or Comstock in the semifinals Thursday at 5:30 p.m., with the winner advancing to Saturday morning’s district championship game. The Vikings would like to have another crazy start Thursday. That’s how head coach Paul Gonzales described the beginning of Wednesday’s win over Sexton. Lakewood peppered the Sexton net with shots, and it took just less than three minutes for Cat Martinez to knock a cross from Ashley Durham into the back of the net for the first Viking goal. Gonzales credited the Sexton goalie with keeping the Vikings off the scoreboard again until the 14:05 mark of the first half, when the flood gates began to open. Whitney Holaski set a new career record for assists at Lakewood, feeding Shannon Morse on the Vikings’ second goal of the game. Just 35 seconds later, the roles reversed as Morse assisted Holaski on a goal. Lakewood would score two more times before the half, with Alicia White and Martinez both earning assists on goals by Ashley Durham. The Vikings outshot Sexton 30-4 in the first half. Lakewood ended the game with three goals in the first seven and a half minutes of the second half. Durham earned her hat-trick, scoring off an assist from Chelsie Doran in the first two minutes of the second half. Durham would assist Holaski on the next goal, then Roxanne Powelson ended the game by knocking in a pass from Morse. The Vikings end the regular season with a 7-9 record. Saxons fall to TK Trojans, then Plainwell Trojans Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity girls’ soccer team scored its second win of the season over Hastings Wednesday, capping off its run in the O-K Gold Conference tournament with a 2-1 win over the Saxons. Lyndi Garrison converted a one-on-one opportunity against Saxon keeper Jenna Bailey seven minutes into the first overtime session to clinch the win for the Trojans. The win put the Trojans in fifth place in the final conference standings, with a 4-6 record in the league. Trojan head coach Katie Langridge credited good possession play by Nicole Humphrey, Hayley Balsitis and a beautiful through ball by Kaley Jachim to find the feet of Garrison leading up to the goal. The Trojans and Saxons also played a onegoal contest in their regular season meeting this year. “I told the girls to go out strong and hard and take charge of the game,” Langridge said. The Trojans did that in the first few minutes of the game, highlighted by a nice run from Garrison up the sideline with the ball and a cross into the box. The Trojans couldn’t converge on the ball, but Langridge called it a “good start.” Hastings though would finish out the half having outshot the Trojans 4-3. “TK did a great job keeping us out of the goal with (Alyssa) Weesie playing very well in the net,” said Hastings head coach Sarah Smith. “We just couldn’t get that extra little push we needed to bury the ball.” The Trojans struck first, midway through the second half, with Demi Scott sending a through ball ahead to Jachim who ran onto the ball and beat the Saxon keeper one-onone. The Trojans were whistled for a hand ball on a Saxon corner kick late in the game, and Meghan VanZyl stepped up and buried the ensuing penalty kick to tie the game 1-1. “When you get in those situations you have no idea who to pick. It’s one thing when you practice PK’s, but in a game is completely different and when you only see maybe one or two a season you aren't 100-percent sure who to pick. Meghan VanZyl was the chosen one, as she asked for it.” It was the only one of nine Saxon shots to get by Weesie in the game, who had lots of help from the solid defensive play of defenders Mckenzie Webster, Alaina Pohl, Crystal Smith, Kiley Buursma, Allison Brown and Scott. Smith said she was very happy with the play of her defense, Jennifer Feldpausch, Veronica Hayden, Kelsey Devroy, Ashley Purdun, Haley Wagner, Lexi Dakin, Kelsi Herrington and Bailey in goal. “The offensive side of our attack was pushing hard,” added Smith, crediting Dani Meredith, Tauri Schils, Alaina Case, Ashley Nurenberg, VanZyl, Brittany Hickey, Morganne Hubbell, and Jennifer Jarman. The Trojans are hosting a Division 2 District Tournament this week, and will open play Thursday against either Gull Lake or Charlotte at 6 p.m. “We had some great offensive opportunities, but just weren’t able to get that extra little push,” Smith said. “How do you compete with a 17-1-1 team? We were close and had we of been able to hold them in the second half, I think you would have seen a little more push on the offensive side from us.” The Trojans scored what Smith called a couple “weak goals” in the first half, one an own goal from the Saxons. For the most part the Saxon coach was very happy with the defensive play of Hayden, Purdun, Feldpausch, and Devroy. The Saxons just couldn’t hold down the powerful offense in the second half. Hastings FC, select soccer, tryouts will be held in June Tryouts for the Hastings FC, a select soccer club, will be held for boys and girls in mid June. Girls in age groups U9-U19 will have their tryouts June 15, with registration beginning at 5:30 p.m. and the tryout running from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Boys in age groups U9-U19 will have their tryouts June 17, with registration beginning at 5:30 p.m. and the tryout running from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Both will be held at Pierce Field behind the Hastings High School. Registration forms can be found online at www.hastingsfc.com. An alternate tryout time can be arranged ahead of time by calling Sarah Smith at 616-706-1151. Also contact Smith, with any questions. Hastings FC is a select soccer club that aims to give those that are ready for a more competitive soccer league an opportunity here in Hastings. The teams compete in the GVSA (Grand Valley Soccer Association) with over 300 other clubs ranging from as far north as Cadillac and Big Rapids, then over to Lansing, to the Lakeshore, and as far south as Hastings. “The league is a very good select soccer league, that gives those kids the ability to City of Hastings REQUEST FOR BIDS Sale of Vehicles The City of Hastings will accept bids for the sale of the following vehicles: 2005 Chevy Tahoe (two wheel drive) Approximately 145,000 miles 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (four door sedan) Approximately 48,000 miles 1999 Ford Econoline Van Approximately 39,000 miles These vehicles will be sold in “as-is” condition without any warranty. Arrangements to view these vehicles can be made by calling 945-2468 weekdays between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. compete against better competition as well as receive more upper level coaching and training,” said Smith. “The advantages are limitless and have proven successful for many other local clubs as they have passed players on into the premier leagues (traveling state to state and playing eastern Michigan teams who are known nationally) as well as develops the players into stronger high school players.” Typical teams run practice two days per week, with one game on the weekend. The league is also in need of experienced coaches who are enthusiastic and energetic. REAL ESTATE FORECLOSURE SALE BARRY COUNTY CIRCUIT COURTHOUSE HASTINGS, MI Minimum Bid: $40,976.00 (or best offer above minimum bid) OFFER MUST BE IN FORM OF CERTIFIED CHECK OR MONEY ORDER THE DAY OF THE SALE DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY. 3BR, 1BA, Ranch The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in any bid, and to award the bid in a manner that the City deems to be in its best interest, price and other factors considered. Bids will be received at the office of the Hastings City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 until 10:30 AM on Friday June 18, 2010 at which time they shall be opened and publicly read aloud. ADDRESS OF PROPERTY 322 Madison Street Hastings, MI 49058 The winning bid, if any, will be approved at the City Council meeting on June 28, 2010. Winning bidder must be prepared to take possession with certified funds between July 1 and July 9, 2010. FOR INFO CONTACT: 800-349-5097 x4500 No formal bidding forms or documents are required, but all bids must be in writing and sealed. A separate sealed bid is required for each vehicle. All sealed bids must be clearly marked on the outside of the bid package as follows: “SEALED BID - 2005 Chevy Tahoe”, “SEALED BID – 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix”, “SEALED BID - 1999 Ford Econoline Van”. 77546507 DATE & TIME OF SALE: June 17, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. For future foreclosure sales and inventory property access our website: www.resales.usda.gov Thomas E. Emery, City Clerk/Treasurer 77546170 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 3, 2010 — Page 13 Trojan girls move up to second at MITCA Meet by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Fourth. Third. Second. It’s easy to determine what comes next in the sequence. For now the Trojans are thrilled with the second though. In consecutive seasons Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity girls’ track and field team has improved from fourth, to third, and now second at the MITCA Team State Finals. The Trojans were second to Williamston, which finished the day with 1660 points in the competition where every team can enter three athletes into individual events and one relay team in to those four races and everyone scores. The Trojans were a ways back, finishing with 1321.5 points. Dearborn Divine Child was third with 1263 points, followed by Hamilton 1224, Sparta 1178.5, South Christian 1082, Chippewa Hills 1071, Yale 1069, DeWitt 1061, and Zeeland West 1011.5 in the top ten. Hastings’ boys, finished seventh on the day, two spots back of their placing from a year ago. The Trojan girls came in first in the day’s final event, the 1600-meter relay, as they stayed undefeated in that event for the season with their time of 4:07.45, which was nearly six seconds better than the second place time by the team from St. Clair Shores Lakeview. The Trojans also had two of the day’s best performances in the 400-meter dash, with Danielle Fredenburg winning the championship in 1:01.02 and Hana Hunt fifth in 1:02.77. Allyson Winchester and Casey Lawson were both in the top ten in each of the distance races, with Winchester third in the 1600meter run in 5:15.78 and Lawson ninth in 5:24.61. Winchester was fourth in the 3200 with a time of 11:37.90, and Lawson tenth in 11:58.53. Winchester also took on the 800, placing fourth in 2:24.89. Those two also teamed with Jordan Bronkema and Kimi Johnson to place ninth in the 3200-meter relay with a time of 10:11.01. Cassie Holwerda had a busy start to the meet for TK, placing ninth in the 100-meter hurdles with a time of 16.82, and then being one of three Trojans to place in the top 20 in the next event the 100-meter dash. Holwerda was 19th in the dash with a time of 13.48. Her teammate Fredenburg was ninth in 13.12 and Hunt 15th in 13.38. Holwerda would later place tenth in the 300-meter hurdles in 49.75. The Trojan 800-meter relay team was fifth in 1:48.94 and the 400-meter relay team was fifth in 52.09. Stephanie Ryfiak was solid in the relays for TK, and also placed seventh in the 200 with a time of 27.28. The Trojans added two top ten performances in the pole vault, with Brittany London fourth at 10 feet 6 inches and Kelsey Webster tenth at 9-0. Hunt had the top TK performance in the high jump, clearing 4-10. The Trojan leader in the long jump was Lara Dahlke, who flew 15-10.25, which was good for sixth place. Erin Ellinger had the best finish in the throws for TK, placing sixth in the discus with a mark of 95-6. The list of others scoring in individual events for the runner-up Trojans included Katie Lark, Nicole Todd, Anisa Shaw, Chelsea Workman, Nicole Schondelmayer, The Saxons’ Jon Gieseler can't quite get over the bar on this attempt at clearing 6 feet 1 inch during Saturday’s Division 2 MITCA Team State Finals in Jenison. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Rachel Young, Stephanie Betcher, Mary Webster, Paige Eyk, Michelle Howard, Aimee Ellinger, and DJ Minor. Vicksburg took the day’s boys’ title with 1541 points, followed by Williamston 1298, Adrian 1283, Zeeland West 1199, Cedar Springs 1187.5, St. Joseph 1140.5, Hastings 1104.5, Hamilton 1085.5, Cadillac 1016.5, and DeWitt 978 in the top ten of 19 teams. The Saxon boys were slowed a bit by an all-night Senior Party after graduation Friday. It didn’t slow down senior Gordon Conley too much. He had a couple of the Saxons’ top finishes, placing sixth in the 110-meter high hurdles in 15.68 and fourth in the 300-meter intermediate hurdles with a time of 41.31. Teammate Jacob Comer was 11th in the 110meter race (16.30), and ninth in the 300 (42.59). Senior Pat Loew bounced back from a rough 400 to place eighth in the 200-meter dash with a time of 23.42. On the track, the Saxons also got a seventh place finish from Josh Coenen in the 100meter dash (11.45), an eighth place finish by Troy Dailey in the 1600-meter race (4:31.77), a seventh place finish by the 800-meter relay team (1:34.25), and a ninth place finish by the Thornapple Kellogg’s Casey Lawson (left) takes the baton from teammate Jordan Bronkema during the 3200-meter relay Saturday in Jenison. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 400-meter relay team (45.67). Dewey Slaughter placed third in the high jump for the Saxons, clearing 6-3, and teammate Jon Gieseler was 11th at 5-11. Conley and Gieseler tied for 12th in the long jump at 19-5. Jacob Comer had a sixth place finish the pole vault by clearing 12-0. Brandon Bower led the Saxons in the throws with an 11th place mark of 45-.5 in the shot put and a fourth place throw of 143-6 in the discus. Other individual scorers for the Saxons at the meet were Jason Heinrich, Chase DelCotto, Dylan Pennington, Max Clark, Mitch Singleterry, Ben Kolanowski, Marshall Warren, Brandon Johnson, Matt Schild, Brad Gagnon, Joey Siska, and Clint Brill. Delton golfers advance to D3 regional with 6th-place finish Hastings’ Matt Schilds takes off with the baton for his leg of the 800-meter relay Saturday at the Division 2 MITCA Team State Finals hosted by Jenison High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Delton Kellogg was 18 strokes ahead of Allendale, so the Panthers did have to sweat too bad. Delton earned the sixth and final regional qualifying spot at Friday’s Division 3 District Tournament at Mulberry Fore. The top six teams and top six individuals not on those teams at the district earned spots in the regional tournament which will be played today at Prairiewood Golf Course. Otsego took the day’s championship with a 302, followed by Portland 304, West Catholic 311, South Christian 316, Calvin Christian 339, and Delton Kellogg 346 in the top six. Allendale was seventh with a 364, followed by Belding 373, Hopkins 373, Maple Valley 373, Kelloggsville 400, and Grand Rapids Central NTS. Delton’s Mitchell Wandell was fourth individually, firing a 74. Ahead of him were Portland’s Derek Roe with a 69, and West Catholic’s Sam Weatherhead and Otsego’s Seth Rohr who both scored 73s. Tyler Vining added an 87 for Delton, Zack Simon an 88, and Conner Worm a 97. Maple Valley has one regional qualifier, Caleb Walker, who fired an 86. The Lions also got a 94 from Ian Cogswell, a 96 from Drew Johnson, and a 97 from Clint Franklin. Otsego took the title with four golfers in the 70’s. Behind Rohr were John Westhoff and Spencer Millbocker with a 75 each and Jay Cook with a 79. Joining Walker as individual regional qualifiers were Allendale’s Spencer Nagelkirt who shot an 87, his teammate Eddie Beck who had an 88, Belding’s Cody Christensen with a 77, and Hopkins’ Kyle Baker with an 82 and Cody Brummel with an 86. One goal decides another HHS closes record-setting regular season match between Panther sides The Saxon varsity baseball team closed out its league season with a 15-0 win over Ottawa Hills Wednesday afternoon in Hastings. With the win the Saxons sweep the series to finish 14-7 in the league and in the top half of the conference standings. It was also the third straight shut out for the Saxon pitching staff and their 11th of the season, establishing a new school record. It was also the second consecutive no-hitter for the Saxon pitching staff. Matt Feldpausch no-hit the Bengals in game two Tuesday, and Riley McLean earned his second no-hitter of the season Wednesday. This game was decided early, as the Saxons jumped out to a quick five-run lead in the bottom of the first. The Saxons took advantage of a pair of walks and then got a run scoring double from Matt Feldpausch. Micah Huver and Tim Hanlon followed with back to back triples. “We emphasized all last week and this week, that you cannot take any opponent lightly,” said Hastings head coach Marsh Evans. “We know that Ottawa Hills has struggled this season, and it was important for us to keep our momentum going as we approach the state tournament. We definitely hit the ball better today than we did yesterday, and we were able to get some playing time for everyone.” In their second at-bat, the Saxons would break the game open with eight more runs. The inning featured triples by Eric Pettengill and McLean. With his triple, McLean establishes a new school-record with his sixth of the year and the team establishes a new record for triples in a season with 14. In that same inning, the Saxons would get four consecutive doubles off the bats of Feldpausch, Huver, Hanlon and Zack Passmore. In the bottom of the third, the Saxons got a one-out walk, a double from Hanlon, and then took advantage of some fielding miscues to score the final two runs of the game. There wasn’t only a new record for triples, but hits in general. With the 13 hits, the Saxons finish with 297 for the year, breaking the old mark of 287. Eight different Saxons had hits in the game. McLean struck out six, giving him 74 for the season in 63 innings of work. He finishes the regular season with an earned run average of 1.33 and a 9-1 pitching mark. With the three game sweep the Saxons close out the regular season with a 22-14 overall record. The Saxons open Division 2 District action in the semifinals at Gull Lake Saturday at 10 a.m. against Comstock. Comets shut out DK boys in district Kalamazoo Christian pitcher Jordan DeHaan shut out Delton Kellogg’s varsity baseball team Tuesday in their Division 2 PreDistrict game at Galesburg-Augusta. The Comets scored a 6-0 win over the Panthers to advance to Saturday’s district semifinals. DeHaan struck out nine through his six innings of work. Tyler Finup had the key blow in the contest for the Comets, lacing a two-out, two-run single in the bottom of the third inning to break a scoreless tie. The Comets then tacked on another run in the fourth and three in the sixth. Michael Visser added an RBI single, Kevin Cooper and RBI double, and Mark Kloosterman an RBI triple for the Comets, who had seven hits total. Delton had five hits of its own, three singles by Gavin Brinley and one each for Brad Meyers and Ryan Hook. Chris Horrocks took the loss on the mound for Delton, falling to 2-5 on the year. As a team, Delton ends the year with a 622 record. “It has been a challenging season for us, and a struggle at times as we gradually improved the quality of our play in a very competitive conference,” said Panther head coach Billy Humphrey. “Unfortunately, we have to say good-bye to ten seniors.” That list includes Brinley, Joey Springer, Meyers, Horrocks, Keegan Planck, Cody Warner, Aaron Aukerman, Derek Hibbert, Tjay Petzold, and Nick Koon “They have given their all for DK over the years,” Humphrey said. “They will be missed. With this senior-laden squad, the one thing we could count on was that maximum effort would be put forth from the first pitch to the last out in every game.” Delton closed the Kalamazoo Valley Association season with a 3-13 record, splitting its league double header with Maple Valley Thursday to end the regular season. The Lions took game one 5-3, then Delton scored a 7-6 win in game two. The three games between those two teams this season were decided by a total of four runs. Maple Valley scored three times in the bottom of the sixth, breaking a 2-2 tie in game one. Delton pounded out nine hits in the loss, with two each for Hook and Zach Meyers. Hook, Willy Todd, and Petzold had an RBI each. Delton got two hits and two RBI’s from Cody Brumm, and also a pair of RBI’s from Steve Creller. In game two the Lions scored three runs late again, in the top of the seventh, but Delton had a big enough lead to hold on after scoring twice in the second, once in the third, and then two runs in both the fourth and fifth innings. Zach Meyers earned the win on the mound for Delton. Jeff Bissett had two hits, a single and a triple, and one RBI for Delton. Brindley, Brad Meyers, Zach Meyers, and Petzold all had RBI’s as well. Maple Valley got two hits each from Creller and Brumm. Coty Franklin added a hit and two RBI’s. Delton also split a non-conference double header with Fennville last Wednesday, winning game one 16-1 and falling 6-4 in game two. Delton had 14 hits in the game one win, including three hits and three RBI’s each for Petzold and Hook. Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ soccer team set a new school record for victories this season, finishing the year with 13. The Panthers would have liked to have had at least one more. Pennfield ended Delton Kellogg’s recordsetting season, scoring a 1-0 win in the opening round of the Division 3 District Tournament at Delton Kellogg Tuesday evening. Pennfield’s Sarah Tuttle knocked home a corner kick from teammate Klara Eneroth midway through the second half for the game’s lone goal. It was the third one goal game of the season played between the two teams of Panthers from the Kalamazoo Valley Association. Taylor Pickett earned the shut out in net for Pennfield, making ten saves in the process. DK goal keeper Katelynn Grizzle also had ten saves. The Delton girls end the year with a 13-51 record overall. The Panthers won their final two regular season games to get to 13 wins. They topped the Kalamazoo Home School 2-1 last Thursday, getting goals from Taylor Hennessey and Brianna Russell in the first half. Russell assisted on Hennessey’s goal, and Taylor Peavey got the assist on Russell’s score. Jamie Brown opened the scoring, for Kalamazoo, putting in a shot off an assist from Meagan Horjus. Last Wednesday, Delton defeated Fennville 7-0. Grizzle and Taylor Hennessey had two goals each for the Panthers, and Russell, Jaime Risner, and Aryka Poling added one each. Russell had a pair of assists too, and Hennessey one. Grizzle made seven saves in net for Delton, before ceding to Silvia Bajlova who finished with two. Delton fired 35 shots at the Fennville net, with its keeper Maria Almazan making 28 saves. Vikes manufacture run in ninth to defeat the Bulldogs Lakewood’s varsity softball team prevented Ionia from reaching the 30-win plateau for the season, by scoring a 3-2 nine-inning win over the visiting Bulldogs in the opening round of their Division 2 District Tournament Tuesday. Chelsea Lake pitched the Vikings to victory, striking out seven and giving up nine hits. Lake also scored the game-winning run in the ninth inning, reaching base on a walk, stealing second, and sliding safely into home on Jessica Salazar’s RBI single to right center field. Salazar’s single was one of seven Lakewood hits in the ball game. Carrie Endres led the way a single, a pair of doubles, an RBI and a run scored. Sarah Hendrickson contributed a double as well. Lakewood improves to 27-11 on the season with the win, while Ionia sees its year come to an end with a 29-7 mark. Eaton Rapids and Lansing Waverly will begin play at Lakewood Saturday in the district semifinals at 10 a.m. Lakewood will then face Charlotte around noon in the other semifinal. The district championship game is slated for 2 p.m. Lakewood finished the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division all alone in second place with a pair of wins over Corunna last Wednesday. The Vikings topped the Cavaliers 6-2 and 9-8 in the two ball games. Britteny Hilley pitched the Vikings to the two wins, striking out seven total in the two games. She is now 19-7 on the year. Courtney Thomason led the Viking offensive attack, going 6-for-9 with six RBI’s. Lake and Endres had five hits each. Lake scored three times and stole two bases. Endres scored four runs, had three RBI’s, and three steals. Lakewood also got three hits, four runs, and three stolen bases from Lexie Spetoskey. Hendrickson chipped in another home run, Briana Everett a double, and Kelsey Schrock went 2-for-3 with an RBI. �Page 14 — Thursday, June 3, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lion boys win piece of KVA, they share with DK by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions weren’t down for long. After suffering their first ever Kalamazoo Valley Association defeat the previous week at Delton Kellogg, the Lions came roaring back Wednesday at Constantine to win a share of the KVA championship by topping secondplace Delton 130.5 to 111 at the league meet. Olivet was third with 94 points, followed by Schoolcraft 84, Hackett Catholic Central 71, Galesburg-Augusta 49, Parchment 43, Constantine 34, Pennfield 30, and Kalamazoo Christian 16.5. This is the fourth KVA championship for the Lion boys in their four years in the league. Delton earns a share of the title thanks to its undefeated league regular season. “It was one of those deals where we had to be performing perfectly to beat them,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Dale Grimes. “We pulled that off once, which set the stage for them having to do it (Wednesday).” “I think sharing a championship is a pretty good representation of what there is at the top of the KVA.” Jimmy Brown kept his perfect record for the season in tact in the KVA, by winning the 100-meter dash in 11.20 seconds and the 200 in 22.80. He also was a part of the Lion victories in the sprint relays. The team of Brown, Josh Hall, Adam Zank, and Zac Eddy won the 800-meter relay in 1 Saxons and Vikes at regional today The top six teams and top six individuals not on those teams at Thursday’s Division 2 Regional Tournament at The Emerald Golf Course in St. Johns advanced to this week’s regional tournament. The Vikings just made it. Lakewood’s varsity boys’ golf team finished sixth in the 13-team field, besting seventh-place East Lansing by five strokes. Hastings had a little more breathing room, placing third. The Saxons got a 75 from Danny Buehler, which put him in a tie for third place individually. Brian Baum added a 79, John Kalmink an 82, and Taylor Klotz a 90. Jade Bosworth led Lakewood with a 79. He was followed by Kyler Clark with an 83 and Taylor Axdorff and Adam Barker, each with an 85. DeWitt took the day’s championship, scoring a 302. Haslett was second with a 306, followed by Hastings 326, Lansing Waverly 328, Charlotte 330, Lakewood 332, East Lansing 337, Wayland 339, St. Johns 345, Fowlerville 346, Thornapple Kellogg 354, Lansing Sexton 373, and Ionia 418. DeWitt had the top two individual scores of the day, a 71 from Ryan Carey and a 73 from Alex Jones. The Panthers also got a pair of 79s from Davis DeKorte and Brendan Ward. Haslett’s Dominic Choma and Noah Sawyer tied Buehler for third place with 75s. Wayland’s Keegan Pawloski was the top individual not among the six qualifying teams, earning the right to play in the regional with a 77. The other five individual regional qualifiers were Thornapple Kellogg’s Justin Helmholdt (78), East Lansing’s Ryan McCaffrey (80), and St. Johns’ Eddie Peters (80) and Scott Besko (81). The regional tournament will be held Thursday (today), at Egypt Valley Golf Course in Grand Rapids. Lakewood returned to action Tuesday, at the CAAC-White Championship at Eagle Eye, and placed fourth with Axdorff earning medallist honors with his even-par-72. “Taylor hit 13 greens in regulation and 13 fairways,” said Lakewood head coach Carl Kutch. “He made 14 pars and two birdies. He is our 18-hole scoring leader on the year, and certainly fired an excellent round from tee to green today. He sank some big putts and finished with 29 putts on the day.” Lakewood was fourth as a team with a 329, behind Lansing Catholic’s league championship clinching 318, Portland’s 323, and Williamston’s 323. Perry was fifth with a 359, and Corunna sixth at 366. Axdorff was followed by Barker with an 83, Clark with an 85, and Bosworth with an 89. “Kyler and Adam both had a great front nine (37 and 38), but had a tougher time on the back,” said Kutch. Axdorff finished the year eighth in the conference standings individually, and Barker 11th, both earning All-League honors. Lakewood girls third in CAAC-White The Lions get another shot at the Eagles. In each of the past two postseason tournaments, Maple Valley’s varsity softball team has dropped an extra inning ball game against Olivet. The Lions get to take on the second ranked Eagles again in the Division 3 District Semifinals at Olivet Saturday, at 10 a.m., thanks to their 2-1 victory over Stockbridge in their pre-district contest Tuesday at Olivet. Ashley Lesage had a two-run hit to left field in the first inning with the bases loaded, and the Lions made those two runs stand up. Cede Angus pitched an awesome game for the Lions, striking out 14 and limiting Stockbridge to one unearned run in the seventh inning. The Vikings’ Michael Carr tries to get over the bar in the high jump competition during Wednesday’s CAAC-White Meet at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Williamston won the girls’ championship 1600-meter relay and the discus. The Viking with 226.5 points, followed by Lansing 1600-meter relay team of Wes Cramer, Travis Catholic 90, Lakewood 80, Corunna 66, Perry Ackerson, Kyle Shanks, and Adam Senters 31.5, and Portland 28. was second in 3:32.60. In the discus, Nathan The next best finish for the Lakewood Bryans was second with a mark of 143-5, folladies was a second-place time of 53.01 in the lowed by teammates Cody Lindemulder 400-meter relay by the team of Madison (third, 135-10) and Cramer (fourth, 135-2). McLean, Ellie Reynolds, Kosten, and Bryans also placed fourth in the long jump Kilbourn. The Viking relay team of Kutch, at 18-11. Mike Carr and Lindemulder scored Kacey McCarren, King, and Megan for the Vikings in the high jump, placing third Hokanson was fourth in the 3200-meter relay and fourth respectively by clearing 5-10. with a time of 11:32.70. The top individual finish for the Viking Kelley Daniels, who was the Vikings’ lone boys on the track came from Tucker Seese, state qualifier from Monday’s Division 2 who was second in the 3200-meter run with a Regional Meet at Charlotte, scored a runner- time of 10:34.80, behind Williamston’s up finish for the Vikings in the high jump Brandon Heins’ time of 10:16.70. Wednesday clearing 5-0. The two Viking sprint relay teams were Reynolds did well in both hurdle events for both third, with Micah Weatherwax, Sam the Vikings, placing third in the 100-meter Desgranges, Senters, and Ackerson teaming event in 16.56 and fourth in the 300-meter up for a time of 1:36.02 in the 800-meter race with a time of 51.35. relay, and Cramer, Weatherwax, Ackerson, Lakewood’s boys finished in fourth place and Shanks finishing the 400-meter relay in Wednesday. Williamston took the boys’ 46.37. championship with 168 points, followed by Half of the Vikings’ 1600-meter relay team Lansing Catholic 87, Corunna 84.5, also finished high in the 400-meter dash, with Lakewood 77, Portland 56, and Perry 52.5. Senters placing third in 52.53 and Desgranges The Viking boys also had a good day in the fourth in 53.37. Delton Kellogg short stop Katie Marshall comes up throwing during game two against Maple Valley Thursday afternoon. 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Delton’s girls closed out the Kalamazoo Valley Association season Thursday, scoring 13-5 and 6-5 victories over Maple Valley. In game one, martin earned the win, strik- THISS AUTO (269) 948-3387 The Panthers had to play small-ball to get their run off Angus, as a bunt, some good base running, and a Maple Valley error led to their only run. Springport didn’t get its first hit until the third inning, and that girl was picked off at second base by Lion catcher Terri Hurosky trying to steal. Hurosky, Lesage, and Tiffani Allwardt each had two hits for the Lions in the win. Springport and Leslie, which both received first round byes, meet in the other district semifinal at Olivet Saturday. The winners of the two contests will meet for the district championship around 2 p.m. Comets beat Delton by 10 in D2 softball pre-district game Lakewood’s Anna Lynch fires off a through in the discus competition during Wednesday’s CAAC-White Championship Meet. (Photo by Perry Hardin) “Your repair dollars go further at” Pennfield 60, Kalamazoo Christian 43.5, Parchment 43, Galesburg-Augusta 32, Constantine 18.5, and Hackett Catholic Central 4. Elizabeth Stewart had the lone victory for the Maple Valley girls, taking first in the 400meter dash by edging out Schoolcraft’s Cody Herr 1:02.00 to 1:02.10. The Lions had a number of top three finishes, and took both places in the discus with Jennifer Kent second with a mark of 98-8 and Tiffany Ryan third at 97-3. Stewart also had a second-place finish in the long jump at 158.75. Jessica Rushford was on the heels of Olivet’s Katy Barkley in a couple events, but couldn’t quite catch her. Rushford was second to Barkley in the 1600-meter run, with Rushford finishing four tenths of a second back in 5:28.90. In the 800-meter run, Barkley won in 2:32.00, with Schoolcraft’s Katilee Bensley second in 2:34.5, and Rushford third in 2:35.20. Delton’s best finishes were in the relays, scoring wins in the 800-meter relay and the 1600-meter relay and placing second in the 400-meter event. The team of Amanda Mikolajczyk, Hannah Williams, Katie Searles, and Andrea Polley took the 800meter relay in 1:50.30. Williams, Jolene Drum, Polley, and Rachel Parker won the 1600-meter relay in 4:18.50. Searles took the 100-meter hurdles for Delton in 16.00. Polley was second in the 300-meter hurdles in 49.20, behind Pennfield’s Emma Fishnick who finished in 46.30. The Panthers also had Searles place third in the 200-meter dash with a time of 27.10, behind Fishnick (26.90) and Schoolcraft’s Carly Scott (26.40), and Abby Culbert tied for third in the high jump by clearing 4-8. Lion ladies advance to district semi-finals Williamston dominated, but Lakewood’s girls were able to score a third place finish in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division at the league championship meet they hosted Wednesday. It took until the end of the night, but the Lakewood ladies scored their only conference championship on the track with the team of Meghan Kilbourn, Emily Kutch, Hannah DeJong, and Alexis Kosten winning the 1600meter relay with a time of 4 minutes 16.50 seconds. It was the Viking girls’ second championship of the day. The Viking girls had a strong showing in the throws, with Ashley Jemison winning a conference title in the discus by throwing 105 feet 8 inches. Teammate Andrea Hellmich finished second in that event with a mark of 104-6. In the shot put, Lakewood’s Beth Walkington was fourth with a throw of 349.5, followed by Hellmich in fifth (34-3.5), and Jemison in sixth (31-0.5). “ S t r etchi n g ” minute 33.40 seconds. Brown and Zank teamed with Austin Pool and Josh Burd to win the 400-meter relay in 44.60. Burd had a good day all around as well, winning the high jump at 5 feet 10 inches and the 300-meter intermediate hurdles in 40.50. He also was third in the 110-meter high hurdles in 16.00, edging Delton Kellogg’s Matt Ingle who also was timed at 16.00. Ingle was third in the 300 hurdles as well, finishing in 40.90, with Schoolcraft’s Casey Hogarth second matching Burd’s time of 40.50. The Lions and Panthers had lots of meetings like that throughout the day. Garrett Reid won the long jump for the Lions, flying 20-9. Ingle was second at 20-5.25, his teammate Tyler Bourdo third at 19-5.5, and Maple Valley’s Eddy fourth with a mark of 19-4.5. Bourdo would edge Eddy in the 400-meter dash though, by four tenths of a second for second place. Bourdo finished in 52.00 and Eddy in 52.40. Hackett’s Nick Mancini won that race in 51.60. Maple Valley also had a pair of runners sandwiched around Delton’s Jordan Bourdo in the 800-meter run. Ross Smith was third in 2:03.50, Jordan Bourdo fourth in 2:04.30, and Cody Leinhart fifth in 2:04.60. Pool went 11-6 to nab third in the pole vault, and Ingle managed to go 12-0 for second place behind Olivet’s Dean Kronner who cleared 13-6. Delton made up some points in the distance races, with three of the top seven in the 1600meter run and three in the top six in the 3200. In the 3200-meter relay, the Delton team of Tyler Dempsey, Austin Ketola, Jordan Bourdo, and Tyler Bourdo took first with a time of 8:28.9.0. Schoolcraft edged out Olivet for the girls’ championship, winning 162 to 141.5 Wednesday. Maple Valley was third with 80 points, followed by Delton Kellogg with 74.5, Dennis Thiss, Owner All-You-Can-Eat 77546535 PANCAKE & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST (All you can drink coffee w/purchase of breakfast) June 5th • 6 a.m.-11 a.m. at the... Hastings Moose Lodge Any student athlete 1/2 off! 4 and under eat free! Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply Hastings Moose Fast Pitch Softball Team Satisfaction Guaranteed Repairs! As advertised on the world’s greatest radio station - WBCH The Panthers’ Taylor Blacken pitches during game two against Maple Valley Thursday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) ing out ten and allowing three hits. The Panthers had 15 hits off of Lion pitcher Cede Angus, who struck out nine. Marshall had two triples, a double, and a pair of RBI’s. Her teammate Kami McCowan had two doubles, a single, and three RBI’s. Taylor Blacken had two singles and two RBI’s, and Martin added a triple, a single, and two RBI’s. Ashley Lesage, Terri Hurosky, and Tiffany Allwardt had one hit each for the Lions, with Lesage knocking in three runs and Allwardt one. Delton added 11 hits in the 6-5 game-two win. Marshall had a triple, a double, and a single and one RBI. Blacken had tow hits and an RBI, Martin two doubles, a single, and two RBI’s, and Cassandra Coplin had two singles. Lion head coach Mary Lesage said she was very impressed with the way Delton hit the ball in both games. Blacken earned the win, allowing 11 hits while striking out five. Alivia Johncock, Lesage, Hurosky, Kari Hummell and Allwardt had two hits each for the Lions. The Panthers end the league season with a 7-11 record. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 3, 2010 — Page 15 Saxon teams both the best at Barry County Meet by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Hastings’ girls celebrated with a victory lap. Katie Ponsetto passed the trophy off to teammate Gabby Eaton somewhere in the middle of that lap. Afterwards, Eaton was too wore out to carry it around anymore and passed it off to teammate Brittany Morgan. The Hastings’ boys celebrated with an ice bath. After team photos with their trophy, Saxons Dewey Slaughter, Gordon Conley, and Brandon Bower dumped a bucket of cold water on the shoulders of their coach Paul Fulmer, who’s retiring after next weekend’s MHSAA State Finals. The Saxons dominated the 2010 Barry County Meet, hosted by Delton Kellogg Tuesday, with the boys’ and girls’ teams both winning by more than 80 points over secondplace Maple Valley. More than one Saxon from the girls’ team acknowledged the fact they were taking the trophy home because Thornapple Kellogg’s girls decided not to attend the event. The Saxons took their opening, winning three of the four relay races and placing second in the other. The team of Ponsetto, Taylor Carter, Amanda Sarhatt, and Stephanie Warren started things off strong on the track for the Saxon girls, winning the 3200-meter relay in 10 minutes 29.37 seconds. The trio of Jessica Lee, Jessica Czinder, and Gabby Eaton teamed with Brittany Morgan to win the 400-meter relay in 51.14 seconds and with Nikki Redman to win the 800-meter relay in 1:49.43. The host Panthers closed out the evening on the track, by edging the Saxons in the 1600-meter relay, with the team of Andrea Polley, Hannah Williams, Rachel Parker, and Jolene Drum finishing in 4:14.90. As evidenced by the relay wins, the Saxon girls dominated the sprints. Lee won the 100meter dash in 13.25, with Czinder second in 13.72. In the 200, Czinder was first in 27.17, followed by Eaton in 27.84, and Lee in 28.37. Hastings also had the top two scorers in the high jump, with Brittany Morgan (first) and Heather Cady (second) both clearing 5 feet. Each team had its strengths. While Hastings had three scorers in each hurdle race the top spot went to a Panther in each. Katie Searles won the 100-meter hurdles for Delton in 15.91, and Polley the 300-meter low hurdles in 48.09. Lakewood’s lone wins were in the throws, with Ashley Jemison taking the discus with a mark of 102-.25, and Andrea Hellmich the shot put at 33-1. Maple Valley a couple wins in the field and a couple in the distance races. Lyndsey Rhoades won the long jump at 15-6 and Karlee Mater the pole vault at 8-9. Jessica The Saxon varsity girls’ track and field team celebrates its championship at Tuesday’s Barry County Meet hosted by Delton Kellogg. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto) Maple Valley’s Jimmy Brown (second from left) is surrounded by Saxons, with Josh Coenen on his right and Chase DelCotto on his left, as he races to a first place finish in the 100-meter dash Tuesday at the Barry County Meet. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hastings’ Cheri Kosbar sprints towards the finish after rounding the final turn in the 800-meter run at Delton Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Saxons’ Gabby Eaton (right) gets the baton to teammate Jessica Czinder in the 800-meter relay Tuesday at the Barry County Meet hosted by Delton Kellogg. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Delton Kellogg teammates Rachel Parker (right) and Hannah Williams swarm teammate Jolene Drum after her anchor leg performance helped the Panthers win the 1600-meter relay at Tuesday’s Barry County Meet. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Rushford took both the 1600-meter run (5:47.00) and the 3200 (12:08.34). Drum added a win in the 800-meter race, with a time of 2:32.87, for Delton. It was a special night for the Delton senior Searles, as it was announced she now holds the career and senior year school records at Delton Kellogg for the most points scored. She is now over 900 points for her career, recently passing Amy Cook who finished with 873. Searles still has this weekend’s Division 3 State Finals ahead of her. “The MITCA Meet really helped a lot,” said Searles. She scored points in a new event for the first time Tuesday, placing fourth in the shot put with a mark of 28-9. “That was kind of interesting,” Searles said. “It was fun though. (Coach Jim Gibson) figured since it was our senior year, Hannah Williams did the high jump, so I decided to throw shot.” Hastings girls finished the day with 198 points. Maple Valley was second with 115, followed by Lakewood 111, and Delton Kellogg 91. The Hastings’ boys finished with 187 points, topping Maple Valley’s total of 106. Delton Kellogg was third with 97 points, followed by Lakewood 78, and Thornapple Kellogg 47. The Saxons won nine of the 17 events. Patrick Loew and Troy Dailey were a part of three wins each, and teamed with Conley and Ben Kolanowski to close out the night by winning the 1600-meter relay in 3:30.38. Dailey also won the 1600 in 4:37.18 and the 800 in 2:00.92. Loew won the 400 in 51.62, and handed Maple Valley sprinter Jimmy Brown his only defeat of the day in the 200. Loew came in at 23.00 and Brown at 23.09. Loew pumped his fist forward in celebration as he crossed the finish line, while Brown threw his down in disappointment. Running the 400 before that 200, that hurt,” said Loew. “I figured (Brown) would kill me (in the 200), so I just kind of pushed everything I had into it and I guess I got him. There was a lot of good competition here today, surprisingly The Saxons’ Dewey Slaughter, Gordon Conley, and Brandon Bower give coach Paul Fulmer an ice bath as they celebrate Tuesday’s championship at the Barry County Meet in Delton. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Saxons’ Slaughter was second to Brill in for Barry County.” Brown and the Lions were good competi- the shot put by half an inch, and won the high tion all day for the Saxons in the sprints. jump by clearing 6-2. Thornapple Kellogg’s lone win came in the Brown won the 100-meter dash in 11.12. He teamed with Garrett Reid, Adam Zank, and pole vault, where Matt Raymond set a new Josh Burd to win the 400-meter relay in 44.74 PR by clearing 13-6. Ingle was also second in and with Reid, Zank, and Zac Eddy to win the that event, clearing 13-0, and in the 110-meter hurdles to Conley. 800-meter relay in 1:33.75. Lakewood’s top performance was in the Burd also won the 300-meter intermediate hurdles for the Lions in 41.06, besting discus, where the trio of Nathan Bryans, Cody Delton’s Matt Ingle by a hundredth of a sec- Lindemulder, and Wes Cramer finished first, second, and third. Bryans took top honors ond. The Saxons’ Jon Gieseler and Reid from with his mark of 144-8. The Vikings also had Tucker Seese win the Maple Valley both flew 20-1.5 to share the top spot in the long jump. Hastings also had 3200-meter run with a time of 10:33.31. Conley win the 110-meter high hurdles in 15.34, and Clint Brill the shot put at 42-1.5. Visit www.TradeMarkRealty.com with complete listings from the Grand Rapids Assoc. of REALTORS® 208 W. GRANT STREET 210 MAPLE STREET REDUCED $ 5,000 Realty Inc. “Your Real Estate Connection” 305 S. 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They competed in separate Division 3 regional meets Monday, traveled to Constantine for the Kalamazoo Valley Association Championship Wednesday, then Saturday took on the state’s best Division 3 Maple Valley’s Garrett Reid takes off with the baton for his leg of the 1600meter relay Saturday during the Division 3 MITCA Team State Finals at Kent City High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) teams at the MITCA Team State Finals in Kent City. Delton’s and Maple Valley’s boys shared this year’s KVA championship, and Delton won the tie-breaker at Kent City with a sixth place finish to the Lions’ seventh. Allendale took the boys’ title with 1425 points, followed by Frankenmuth 1381, Ida 1325, Clare 1246.5, Union City 1200.5, Delton Kellogg 1099, Maple Valley 1080.5, Ovid-Elsie 1077.50, Reese 1068, and Bronson 1003.5 in the top ten of the 15 boys’ teams that attended the event. Delton’s girls were 12th and the Maple Valley girls 14th among the 14 teams in their competition. Teams had to finish in the top two at a regional meet, or be among the top five teams in the MITCA power rankings to qualify for the meet in which every team can enter one relay team and three individuals in each event and everyone scores. While the Lion teams have made a habit of qualifying for this meet in recent years, it was the first appearance for both the Delton boys and the Delton girls. The Delton teams had different approaches coming in. The girls planned on being at the event all season long. “I said selfishly (at the beginning of the year), I wanted to go to the team state championship meet, because there are 125 teams in our division, and if you got you’re in the top 20,” said Delton Kellogg girls’ coach Jim Gibson. He said he looked at his teams strengths, and loaded up on those events like the hurdles and the relays. The Panthers’ Katie Searles had her team’s best finish of the day in the 100-meter hurdles, finishing second in 16.20. Frankenmuth’s Emily Wee won that race in 15.69. Searles also placed fifth in the 300meter hurdles in 48.91, not far behind teammate Andrea Polley who was second in 47.65. Wee also won that race in a new meet record time of 45.89. The Delton girls were in the top ten in each of the first three relays, but put together something of a MASH unit for the 1600-meter relay at the end of the day. The 400-meter relay team of Searles, Polley, Hannah The Panthers’ Jake Homister flies over the hurdles in the 300-meter race during Saturday's Division 3 MITCA Team State Finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Williams, and Amanda Mikolajczyk was fourth in 53.11 and that same group was fifth in the 800-meter relay in 1:50.91. Coach Gibson knew his girls were worn down, but wasn’t quite sure he saw the fire he was expecting. “They still don’t get it,” he said. “This is a team state championship. You’re running for a state championship, and I don’t think they understand that part of the whole thing. Maybe, they’ll realize afterwards.” The other top ten finishes for the Delton girls were from the 3200-meter relay team which was tenth, and Jolene Drum who was fourth in the 800-meter race with a time of GIVE DAD A NEW POWER TOOL. Hurry in for an impressive deal for Dad on our most powerful app-friendly smartphones. NEW! by HTC Introducing the next chapter in the Droid saga · Android™ A d id™ 2.1 2 1 and d HTC S Sense 2 2.0 0 · 1 GHz Snapdragon™ processor · 8 MP camera with auto-focus $ 199 1 99 99 $299.99 2-yr. price – $100 100 mai mail-in il in rebate debit card. Requires new 2-yr. activation on a voice plan with data pak $29.99 or higher. by Motorola 2:30.21 and Hannah Williams who was fifth in the 400 in 1:01.62. Delton boys’ coach Dale Grimes said that there wasn’t really a grand plan going into the event. “The only plan was trying to convince everybody to be at the bus at 7:30 in the morning,” Grimes said. “A big part of it was trying to recover from the two other big meets we had this week.” He thought his kids realized what they were running for. “Most of them understand it was for a state championship. You’re running against the best teams, the most complete teams in the division,” Grimes said. “For quite a few of them this is the biggest meet they’ve ever been in, in terms of competition. I think it was a little eye opening. It’ll start settling in once the fatigue wears off I think.” Matt Ingle led the Delton Kellogg boys, placing third in the pole vault at 13 feet, fifth in the long jump with a mark of 19 feet 10.5 inches, and seventh in the 300-meter hurdles with a time of 42.17. Delton’s boys also had three relays in the top ten, with the team of Tyler Dempsey, Ryan Watson, Jordan Bourdo, and Austin Ketola finishing the 3200-meter relay eighth in 8:24.26, the 1600-meter relay team of Connor Stewart, Dempsey, Bourdo, and Phoenix Pease ninth in 3:40.84. The 800meter relay team placed tenth, and Delton also got a tenth-place finish from Ryan Watson in the 1600, as he crossed the finish line in 4:43.04, and Dakota Goyings in the discus with a mark of 118-10. Maple Valley’s boys were led by sprinter Jimmy Brown who was second in the 100 and fourth in the 200. Teammate Garrett Reid also placed eighth in the 200, and finished fourth in the long jump. Josh Burd was eighth in the 300-meter hurdles, and Ross Smith eighth in the 800. The top point producers for the Lion boys were their sprint relay teams, with the 400meter relay team of Brown, Adam Zank, Burd, and Austin Pool fifth in 45.18 and the 800-meter relay team of Brown, Zac Eddy, Reid, and Zank second in 1:32.38. Maple Valley’s 1600-meter relay team of Eddy, Reid, Cody Leinhart, and Josh Hall was fourth in 3:35.85. Maple Valley’s girls were hurt by leader Elizabeth Stewart being hurt in her first event of the day, the 100-meter dash. She managed an eighth-place time in that event, but couldn’t compete the rest of the day. The only other top ten finishes for the Lion ladies were Jessica Rushford’s eighth in the Delton’s Abby Culbert rounds the corner in the 800-meter dash Saturday at Kent City during the Division 3 MITCA Team State Finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Delton Kellogg’s Matt Ingle works to pull himself up and over the bar at 12 feet 6 inches in the pole vault during Saturday’s Division 3 MITCA Team State Finals in Kent City. 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IHTC CMMI-C3379-Hastings Banner–7x15-4C-6.03 The Lions did a great job of digging themselves out of a hole, but couldn’t quite get on top of Stockbridge in their Division 3 pre-district contest at Olivet Tuesday. Stockbridge scored four times in the third inning to take a 4-2 lead. The Lions battled back to tie the game 4-4 with single runs in the fourth and fifth, but Stockbridge got what would turn out to be the game-winner in the bottom of the fifth. “We played well, and didn’t beat our selves, we played solid defense and did a lot of things well,” said Maple Valley head coach Bryan Carpenter. “I am very proud of the effort, we thought we could win the game and it showed in the way we played.” The Lions had just one error in the ball game, to Stockbridge’s three. Stockbridge did outhit the Lions, 7-6. Kyle Burns had two of the six Maple Valley hits, and reached base another time on a walk. He had one RBI. Tyler Hickey had an RBI as well for the Lions. Hickey, Matt Woodman, Riley Fisher, and Matt Spencer had one hit each. Coty Franklin was hit for the loss, striking out five and walking three in his six innings of work. “It is going to be tough to replace our graduating seniors, Tyler Franks, Jordan Sprague, Levi Westendorp, Kyle Burns, Matt Spencer and Steve Creller,” Carpenter said. “They have all done so much for this program. They are a great group of kids who will be greatly missed.” Michael Hendrick earned the win for Springport, striking out six and walking four in seven innings. Only three of the four runs off him were earned. Alex Diedrich and Kyle Kramer had two hits each for the Panthers. Diedrich also scored two of the five Springport runs. Phil Balkus had a pair of RBI’s, Kramer one, and Dustin Noll one. The Panthers advance to face Olivet in the district semifinals Saturday at Olivet. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-06-10.pdf 1f6a1ca506ea0cf4301a1c0f061a7009 PDF Text Text Selflessness focus of Delton commencement Responsibility is what graduation is all about Ranked Wildcats stop Saxons’ run See Story on Page 11 See Editorial on Page 5 See Story on Page 17 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 23 NEWS BRIEFS Race car show is today in Delton The Delton District Library will once again host a race car show from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, June 10. “This has become a very popular event as people can come to the library to meet local race drivers and see the cars that race on local tracks,” said Cheryl Bower, director of the library. “This year, we’ll have so many different types of racers, you just have to see it to believe it. There will be sprint cars, late models, an ice track motorcycle, dragsters, junior dragsters, a funny car and lots more.” The library staff will have books about race cars ready for checkout and information about the summer reading program which starts June 14. School budget hearing is tonight The Hastings Area Schools Board of Education will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2010-11 budget at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 10, in the multi-purpose room of Hastings Middle School, 232 W. Grand St. A copy of the proposed budget is available online at www.hassk12.org. CK&S meeting set in Hastings The committee planning the CK&S Railfan Festival will hold a meeting for all people interested in preserving the history of the former Chicago, Kalamazoo & Saginaw Railway, which played an important role in the development of Hastings, Delton and other local communities from the 1890s to the 1930s. The meeting will be held from 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 12, in the Michigan Room of the Hastings Public Library. People who are interested in helping with the July 17 Railfan Festival or who want to get involved in any way are invited to attend the meeting. For more information, call Mike at 269-623-6225 or John at 269-671-5011. BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, June 10, 2010 Hastings Manufacturing provides jobs to young people by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Headlines in area newspapers have proclaimed that teen unemployment is high this summer, with projections of the young jobless at 30.1 percent. Locally, Hastings Manufacturing Co. has bucked that trend and has hired 30 summer employees, primarily high school and college students. Some are out of college, but were looking for summer work. In that age bracket, young people typically work in food service of some sort or in retail, but the temporary workers at Hastings Manufacturing, a leader in the manufacture of piston rings, are experiencing jobs that range from customer service to assistant supervising and from packing and shipping to painting. Nearly all of the new hires are relatives of current Hastings Manufacturing employees, which not only helps local families but gives the company a prospective pool of possible future employees. Another most important component is that Hastings Manufacturing’s sales are on the rise, which the company’s Human Resources Manager James E. Cook said “shows that the community is improving and things are looking pretty good around here. Business is great. “I had 30 interviews last week, all for summer help, and we ended up hiring every single one of them,” he said. “The interviews were all about finding the right place to put each kid.” The 30 new employees started work last Monday. “They are spread throughout all levels of the organization,” Cook said. “We have some who are doing supervision internships. They are shadowing our supervisors and learning about what that job entails and learning the skills that are necessary to do that and to be a member of management” he said, noting that those workers are college students studying business management. Among the 30 summer workers at Hastings Manufacturing are (from left) Ashley Aviles, a Delton Kellogg student; Jennifer Kornoelje, who attends Kellogg Community College; and Luke Edwards, who just graduated from Barry County Christian School. They work in the packing and shipping department. Ashley and Jennifer’s mothers work at the company. “What we’re looking to do possibly is have these kids come in here and get an idea of the environment, and who knows, maybe they are the future of this company,” Cook said. A strategic decision was made that every employee had an opportunity to have a relative hired for the summer if that relative “showed up on time for the interview and passed the drug screen,” said Hastings Manufacturing President and CEO Frederick A. Cook Jr. “Every single person passed.” Hiring summer workers is “good for the community, it’s good for the employees, it’s good for the company...,” he said. Some of the new summer jobs for high school age workers are part-time, but anyone 18 or over has a full time, temporary summer job. “Since March 1, we’ve hired 70 people and we’ve kept 50 of them. So we have 50 additional employees since March 1,” said James Cook. The company doesn’t divulge the total number of its employees because it is a privately-held company. “There is some exceptional talent in Barry County, Kent County, Calhoun, Kalamazoo See NEWS BRIEFS, continued on page 2 See JOBS, page 5 County commissioners approve plans to move monument by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Soldiers and Sailors Civil War monu- ment, which now stands near the entrance of Tyden Park on North Broadway, is closer to finding a new home on the southeast corner of Broadway and State Street near the Barry County Courthouse. At the suggestion of Commissioner Jeff Open class fair entries due June 17 Anyone interested in submitting items to be judged in open class at the 2010 Barry County Fair must be pre-registered. The entry forms are due by Thursday, June 17. Forms are available in the fair book, at the Expo office or online at www.barryexpocenter.com. Entry forms can be mailed or dropped off the Barry County Expo office at 1350 N. M-37 Highway, Hastings, MI 49058, e-mailed to barrycountyfair@yahoo.com or faxed to 269-945-3644. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Someone will be at the office June 17 at 6:30 p.m. to accept the entry forms. Fair books are available at the Expo Center, Hastings Chamber of Commerce office, Jami’s Crafts and Sisters Fabrics in Hastings; Geukes Market in Middleville; and at the libraries in Delton and Dowling. The fair book is also available on the website. and Battle Creek, and we’ve been very fortunate,” Frederick Cook said. “In addition ... we’ve hired full time some of the summer interns from a few years ago.” Last year, Hastings Manufacturing opted not to have a summer jobs program because at that time some of its full time UAW employees were laid off and management didn’t feel it would be responsible or right to hire summer help. Talking of the variety of jobs available this year, the company’s Director of Manufacturing Dennis Graham said summer workers are in the foundry and some are shadowing quality department employees. One of the most important jobs is in inventory where accuracy is paramount. “Any public or private company which has inventory, you’re responsible for reporting to the government and IRS your inventory numbers because it’s part of your profitability,” said Frederick Cook. “Many companies do a physical inventory at the end of the year observed by an outside auditing firm. We’ve set up a cycle-counting program where over the course of the year we will count our inventory, depending upon what it is – once or twice or three times and pretty much do spot checks to make sure that our inventory accuracy is quite strong. We pulled a couple of very bright college students, and they are doing inventory spot checks, which will save us tens of thousands of dollars come the end of the year when our outside auditors look at us ... We have a very robust cycle counting program which Rick Zwiernikowski’s sophomore daughter, Amy, is interning.” Some of the temporary workers who have graduated from college could be hired full time at the end of the summer “if things really work out,” said James Cook. “It’s an opportunity for the ones in college to learn skills, and yes, I think there is an opportunity First home hooked up to new sewer system The first of about 230 homes to eventually be connected to a new sewer system primarily around Leach and Middle lakes was hooked up Wednesday during a ceremony attended by local governmental officials and people involved in the actual sewer project. The ceremony was held on the North M-43 Highway property of Dr. Lynn and Emmalene McConnell, who are the first to be connected to the new system. “About half of them should be connected by the end of this year and the other half next summer, said Larry D. Stephens, president of Stephens Consulting Services, a firm located in Haslett specializing in civil engineering and site planning. The total cost for the sewer project is approaching $5 million, he said, of which “almost $2 million was paid for by stimulus money, and that’s including everything – all of the tanks and pumps that are installed on the properties, all the connections that lead into the system and all the pipe and treatment facility going into the city. To the homeowners, it was reduced to around $3 million. This is being paid for with a special assessment district for over 20 years to pay back the loan, the bonds and the loan money from the state revolving fund.” Several at the ceremony praised Carlton Township Supervisor Brad Carpenter for all his hard work on the project. (Photo by Elaine Gilbert) VanNortwick, the wording of the request from the City of Hastings and the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) was changed to allow more flexibility in the location and design of the area to surround the monument. After the changed wording was approved unanimously by the Barry County Board of Commissioners, with Commissioner Don Nevins absent, the motion was approved as part of the consent agenda. It read, “Approval of the City of Hastings/DDA to fund (with the public’s help), design and construct a war memorial at the northwest corner of the courthouse with the war monument currently located at Tyden Park as the main focal point, subject to final approval by the board, of the site design prior to creating construction drawings and beginning construction.” Prior to the changes, the motion called for the memorial to be located on the northwest corner of the courthouse lawn and patterned after the existing fountain area located on the northeast corner of the courthouse lawn as depicted in a concept drawing and site plan. Van Nortwick said that the site plan as presented during the board’s committee of the whole meeting last week could entail the removal of trees which had been planted as a memorial, and he wanted the wording to be less specific in terms of final plans. “I’m not at all against the thought of what is going on here,” said Van Nortwick. “My concerns are that we have gotten very specific at this point here ... I think we are narrowing our scope down too much, and I would like to keep it broadened out because it is my belief that, with what we have found out about the existing memorialized trees on the courthouse lawn that we should use some restraint in depicting that [the war memorial] needs to balance with the fountain.” VanNortwick said that he and Barry County Administrator Michael Brown had, through telephone calls they had received and “institutional histories,” determined that trees on the northwest corner of the courthouse lawn had been memorialized in the 1970s, and the catalpa tree in that location came from the grounds of the state capitol. “So, it’s my belief that there can be some creative design work, and looking at this a lit- See MONUMENT, page 8 �Page 2 — Thursday, June 10, 2010 — The Hastings Banner NEWS BRIEFS continued from front page Riverbank Music Series begins June 18 On Fridays this summer, from June 18 through Aug. 27, Stagecoach Park in Middleville will be filled with music and music lovers from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for the Riverbank Music series. The first concert June 18 will feature the Russian Praise Band, Resurrection UMC Praise Team, from Voronozh, Russia, sponsored by the Middleville United Methodist Church. A reception at the church will follow. All concerts are sponsored by the Village of Middleville Downtown Development Authority and are held in the gazebo at Stagecoach Park next to the river. Restaurants in the area will be open. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held in the Middleville United Methodist Church at the corner of Main and Church streets. For more information about the Riverbank series, call 269-795-3385. Conservation roadshow planned The Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy invites the public to meet Thursday, June 24, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. for a conservation roadshow. We’ll tour two conserved sites within the Barry SGA, discussing critical conservation issues and land management solutions. The evening will include a dinner of grilled hot dogs, chips and drinks as well as lessons on land conservation projects that are increasing the state game area’s ecological health from the conservancy, the state Department of Natural Resources and Environment and Michigan Audubon. Participants will meet at the Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary, 3560 Havens Road in Rutland Township, at 5:30 p.m., have refreshments and walk around the sanctuary. At approximately 7 p.m., the group will carpool or drive to the Tyden Ventures Otis Lake Road property and discuss adjacent DNRE habitat restoration work. Directions to the Tyden Ventures property will be available at the event. RSVP to Wynn Jones by June 18 by email to wynnjones@swmlc.org or by calling 269-324-1600. Hastings township board approves new lighting for cemetery flag pole by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern At its June 8 meeting, the Hastings Charter Township Board approved continuously flying the U.S. flag at the cemetery and adding a solar-powered lighting system to the flag pole. The primary reason for the permanent flag was that the flag is sometimes neglected, and having someone available to raise and lower it daily can be difficult. Although the board discussed lowering the flag to half-staff as directed periodically by the governor, board members said it is difficult to keep track of those days, and the issue remained undecided. “We need to be good stewards of the flag and what it stands for,” said Trustee Keith Murphy. The new solar-powered light will cost about $100 and be mounted on top of the flag pole. A second lighting system will be bought for an additional $100 and placed outside of the township hall. The light will save electricity and provide needed illumination to the outside of the building. The board addressed and subsequently approved a new message center for the most frequently used entrance to the cemetery. The cost would be $488, plus shipping and handling. The message center will house the rules and regulations of the cemetery, as well as a map. The old rules are dilapidated due to years of wear. The board also brought up the subject of Historic Charlton Park and the condition of the old Hastings Township Hall building housed there. The board stated that the cost of upkeep of all buildings at the park is substantial, so they would possibly make donations to Charlton Park to help with the upkeep. They hope to paint exteriors of the buildings in 2011, and are considering aiding in the repairs to the old township hall. Board members said they might get other organizations to adopt buildings or parts of buildings in order to fix them. Some said they felt that if the old township hall wasn’t kept up, with that it reflects badly on the board. “It’s our community, so we should take some pride in it,” said Jenee Phillips, treasurer, before the board approved a measure to consider helping to fund restoration of the old township hall at Charlton Park. The board also approved changing the name of the Joint Planning Committee to the Joint Planning Alliance, stating that the new name sounds more unified. Board members said that when the group first started, it was more of a committee, but that it has evolved into something more serious, and needs to be named as such. The next regular meeting of the Hastings Charter Township Board will be Tuesday, July 13, at 7 p.m. Gun Lake Tribe to elect tribal court chief judge Monday, the Gun Lake Tribe announced plans to elect the chief judge of its tribal court. The tribe’s enrolled citizens will vote on the 2010 general election ballot scheduled for Aug. 24. Most federally recognized tribes in Michigan appoint the chief judge — the highest judicial officer — rather than through an election of the popular vote. “We are excited to take this important step for our tribe by voting on the chief judge of our tribal judicial system. This is what tribal sovereignty is all about,” said Chairman D.K. Sprague. “We are hoping for great candidates to run for this esteemed public office within our tribal government.” The three tribal council seats that represent the Bradley District are also up for election Aug. 24. Candidates who wish to run for chief judge of the Gun Lake Tribal Court are not required to be enrolled citizens of a tribe, nor do they need tribal affiliation of any kind, he said. Candidates must be 25 years by Aug. 24, have a juris doctorate degree from an accredited law school, be a member in good standing of the Michigan State Bar Association, among other requirements, available at www.mbpi.org. The chief judge term of office will last four years and will be a salaried position. Any person who wishes to announce candidacy to the election committee must complete the declaration of candidacy document and submit a biography that includes detailed experience to demonstrate that the minimum qualifications have been met no later than 5 p.m. on July 15 to Gun Lake Tribe Election Committee PO Box 272 Dorr, MI 49323 Direct questions to the Election Committee Chairperson Amanda Sprague at 616-6818830. The tribe will celebrate its 11th anniversary of federal re-acknowledgment on Aug. 23. Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, June 10 — Movie Memories celebrates great musicals; this week “The King and I,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 11 — preschool story time celebrates fathers, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.; art hop sculpture walk includes the library’s rain garden sculptures, 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 15 — toddler story time celebrates fish, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m.; teen advisory board meeting 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 16 — summer reading welcomes Kalamazoo Nature Center and its “Boatloads of Great Lakes Fun” program, 2 to 3 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information. Planning commission discusses LED signs, zoning and setbacks by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Much of the discussion during the Hastings Planning Commission meeting Monday evening centered around the three downtown zoning classifications — the core, edge and neighborhood edge — and setting minimum or maximum front setbacks in each district that would complement the usage of the area. In his monthly communication to the commission, Hastings City Manager and Commission Secretary Jeff Mansfield noted that while minimum setback standards have been established, there are currently no maximum building setback requirements in the B1, or central business, district. He further noted that while it may be expected that buildings in that district would be placed very near if not adjacent to the property line, the current code does not require it. Hastings Community Development Coordinator John Hart and Tim Johnson, a consulting city planner, put together a presentation about the zoning classifications as envisioned by the comprehensive community plan (CCP) combined with setback for each of the three downtown districts. “Setbacks are necessary ... they create a certain feel downtown, the same way uses also create a certain feel and style and how things are going to get developed downtown,” said Hart, who presented a photo survey of the different downtown districts, current setbacks in each and the “flavor” each creates for that district. Hart added that city staff needs to spend more time trying to define the edges of each of the proposed districts and how they should blend. “What it really comes down to, we’ve talked a lot about form-based codes and when we start trying to grapple with what we want to see in the downtown and how we want to see it develop, often it comes down to what does it look like and what is it used for?” he said. “The central business core ... the oldest part of the city, we understand what that looks and feels like and we know how that operates. It’s just a block out ... or two blocks out on all sides that is difficult to get our arms around.” In his report, Johnson discussed how zoning codes and design standards, such as setbacks, building design and materials, could be used to visually and functionally link the B-2 business overlay with the neighborhood edge zones with the B-1 district. He said that while the idea is to bring the buildings closer to the street in each of those districts, the setbacks were not identical, and there is some flexibility in the requirements. Mansfield said it makes sense to discuss Johnson’s report about the zoning districts with Hart’s regarding setbacks because the two issues are closely tied together. “The setbacks really bring a lot of things into the conversation such as the permeability of the front of the building, the parking, the location of parking, how you accommodate parking ... why you want to put green spaces in certain locations,” he said. “As we look at setbacks, we really wonder about all of those things. We have so many setbacks. In one place, it is a minimum of five feet; in another, it is a minimum of 10 feet. Those are very valuable pieces of property, and we’re really trying to get our minds around five feet versus 10 feet in the Court Street PUD [planned urban development] for instance. What is the difference? Well, five feet of space, when can use it for a building, has a tremendous amount of value but neither one of those is going to make a darned bit of difference if you are going to use them for parking.” Hastings Planning Commission Chairperson David Hatfield said the ideas put The regulation of LED flashing signs like this one on the side of the building that houses Burkey Sales and Service and Quilting Passions was a topic of discussion during the Hastings Planning Commission Monday evening. forth by Hart and Johnson are consistent with what commissioners had said they wanted to see. “Spend a few minutes watching it, and I think you will have a much better appreciation for what the issues are going to be for us. It’s not about how the image is presented but how quickly it is presented and how brightly.” – John Hart, Hastings Community Development Coordinator “It sounds to me like we are moving in the right direction, and Jeff and the staff can continue to pursue that so we have a pretty definite recommendation to start with next month,” he said. The commission also discussed recently installed LED and flashing signs in the B-1 district and whether action should be taken to regulate the installation and usage of such signs. The planning commission and Hastings City Council discussed such regulations in 2009 and earlier this year; but the discussion was eventually dropped. “Where we left off, where staff left off, we would like to regulate how fast signs are turned on and off and how bright they are,” said Hart. “If we could just do that alone ... This is the new sign in town. It is an LED and it is sort of what we were fearful of ... not so much for what it shows but how rapidly it shows and how brightly it shows. This can stream live video ... the active movement could be overpowering if everybody had one of these. It’s not so bad if one person has it, but ...” Hatfield encouraged everyone on the commission to go out and look at a sign on South Jefferson if they had not had a chance to see it already. “Spend a few minutes watching it, and I think you will have a much better appreciation for what the issues are going to be for us,” he said. “It’s not about how the image is presented but how quickly it is presented and how brightly,” said Hart. Hart said he is not against LED signs, but he is concerned about the rate and intensity of presentation. “It really needs to be seen both during the day and at night,” said Hatfield. “You can see that sign all the way from the County Seat at night,” said Commissioner Alan Klein. “It’s just this big blur, and it’s so bright that it is blinding. You get close ... it’s a nice sign, but it is way too bright.” Several commissioners said that if there were 15 or more of those signs in the B-1 and B-2 business district, the area would start to “look like Las Vegas or Niagara Falls.” Johnson said if the city council does eventually approve an ordinance regulating the brightness and display speed of LED signs, pre-existing signs could be required to comply with the regulations since the brightness and speed of the display is easily controlled and would not cause a financial burden on the sign owner. Staff was instructed to bring a proposed LED sign ordinance to the next planning commission meeting, set for 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 6. In other business, the commission: • Set a public hearing for 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 6, on the site plan for O’Reilly’s Auto Parts, which will be located at 911 W. State St., if it is determined that the site is in the flood plain and therefore needs a special use permit. Mansfield noted that if the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment determines that the site is not in the flood plain, a special use permit and public hearing would not be required. • Heard a presentation from Hart on proposed plans for the downtown/Hanover Street entry. Hart’s presentation called for entry way arch over Hanover Street just north of Green Street with central boulevards to narrow the street, and decorative pavers at the intersections until Hanover intersects with East State Street. East State Street also would feature decorative pavers, “Welcome to Hastings” signs, and a trailhead park for the pedestrian and bike trail along the Thornapple River. • Heard a brief presentation on a proposed relocation of the Civil War Soldiers and Sailors Monument from its current location in Tyden Park to the corner of the intersection of State Street and Broadway on the courthouse lawn. Middleville has two fires in two days, one declared arson Thornapple Township Emergency Services was dispatched to a structure fire at 414 Russell St. in Middleville Sunday, June 6, at about 10:30 a.m. The first engine company along with an officer from TTES reported a fully involved house fire upon arrival, and they were able to douse fire within 30 minutes. “Even with the quick response and fast fire attack, the house was still a total loss,” said Kyle Svoboda, inspector with TTES. After investigation, the fire was determined to be accidental. It had started on the porch of the house and spread through the rest of the structure. Assisting TTES were Caledonia Fire Department, which was dispatched simultaneously as automatic mutual aid , and the Freeport Fire Department. On Monday, June 7, at approximately 6:15 p.m. TTES was again dispatched for a structure fire at 206 Dayton St., also in Middleville. The fire was extinguished by neighbors. “This fire, however, was set intentionally and is being investigated by the TTES fire investigator and the Barry County Sheriff’s Department,” said Svoboda. A reward of up to $5,000 for any information leading to the arrest or conviction is )This home at 414 Russell St., Middleville, was a total loss following a fire Sunday morning. (Photo by Patricia Johns available. Anyone with information about the Dayton Street fire should contact Svoboda at 269- 795-3350; the Barry County Sheriff’s Department; or the Arson Prevention hotline at 1-800-44ARSON. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 10, 2010 — Page 3 77546817 Good Luck & Best Wishes to the 2010 DK Grads! SAJO’S PIZZA J-AD GRAPHICS BUCKLAND AGENCY 11235 S. Wall Lake Rd, Delton TUJAX 115 Maple, Delton Quality Printers & Publishers 1351 N. M-43 Hwy, Hastings 623-5270 945-9554 511 W. State St, Hastings DELTON MEDICAL CENTER DELTON FAMILY PHARMACY HERB DOSTER PHOTOGRAPHER DELTON FLORAL & GIFTS 110 Maple St. 13266 Enzian Rd. Delton 101215 S. Wall Lake Rd (M-43) Delton 623-5250 664-4584 623-5353 SCRAPALOO DELTON HARDWARE & RENTAL CHAPPLE REALTY INC. 11275 Sprague Rd, Delton Joseph C. Roth, DO ~ John D. 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Lakeland Library Cooperative and its libraries, including Hastings Public Library, are facing a $500,000 reduction in state aid, according to an e-mail from Hastings Public Librarian Evelyn Holzwarth. Effective Thursday, July 1, non-print materials will not be delivered from other Lakeland member libraries. This means Lakeland patrons will no longer be able to place holds on CDs, DVDs or audiobooks that belong to other Lakeland libraries. Also, new books will not be delivered from other Lakeland libraries. New books will not be available until they are moved from the new collection, usually about six months, she added. Existing holds for non-print materials and new books not owned by Hastings Public Library will not be filled until it purchase a copy. “Although our own book budget has been severely reduced, we will attempt to meet the needs of all our patrons young and old,” said Holzwarth. “If you come in looking for something and can’t find it, please let us know. You can do this through our web page or using our suggestion box. Please be sure to add your name and contact information so we can let you know if your suggestion has been added to our collection.” Holzwarth suggested that library patrons help the Hastings Public Library and other libraries across the state reduce the possibility of further cuts, or make the current cuts less painful by doing the following: • Writing legislators or members of the appropriations committees. The Hastings Public Library has both fliers and postcards available for use, as well as contact information for elected officials. • Donating money to add materials to library’s collection. • Being sure to let the library when it doesn’t own something they would like to see or hear. IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Vote against the recall in Prairieville Township To the editor Vote ‘no’ on the recall of Jill Owens and Jim Stoneburner. Don’t be swayed by what we call the recall committee’s misinformation. By voting no, you are keeping two good people in office who have worked very hard on your behalf. Plus, you will save yourselves thousands of tax dollars that you will have to bear for special elections. We don’t live in Prairieville Township, we are in Barry, but the townships have worked together on issues that concern our shared lake and the community — ambulance service, fire departments, first responders and township clean up days, to name a few. They are doing an excellent job. It is very important that you get out and vote ‘no.’ Micha and Chuck Nieves, Crooked Lake Delton ‘Chicago Live’ is poor choice for summerfest theme To the editor: I received an invitation to the Summerfest parade, which I’ve been in many times and enjoy. Then I noticed the theme of the parade is, “Chicago Live.” I thought, what! We have one of the best small towns in southwestern Michigan, with many of the best businesses, businessmen, farmers, engineers, mechanist, excavators, builders, factory owners and many others who built our community, as we all have. Have we forgotten all those who have made our city and county great? Like Irving Charlton who built Charlton Park and gave it to us? Aben Johnson who started Hastings Manufacturing Company from his small garage, and built it into a great company. I was visiting with Eric Von Reis a few years ago, he was feeling a little blue, since his Action Rod Company didn’t last. I said, “Eric, you really started these other companies, their owners were all part of your company. Yes, Earl McMullin, Willard Pierce, Doug DeCamp and others worked for you at one time. So you gave them a start.” We’ve had many very hard-working men and women who had a part in building our community like Henry and Norbert Arens. There were no harder workers than these two men, many times working through the night, when a job needed doing. Also Vern Demott, yes, many complained of his junk, but if we needed a part for a machine, he either had one or could fix what we had. The last job I remember Vern fixing, was the clock on the courthouse. Vern was about 80 years old at the time. The list can go on and on of all the men and women, who built our city, county, state and country. Albert Silvers, who founded what was Hastings Aluminum Products. Ed McPharlin, a great home builder a few years ago. Who could forget, Tiny Doster, our sheriff? Yes, let’s have a great Summerfest, let’s put our emphasis on our great country, town of Hastings and what a great city it is to live in. Leave Chicago, with its traffic, crime, ghettos and all – where it is. Who ever wants Chicago, let them go there to live; don’t bring Chicago here. I love our city of Hastings. How about you? Al Conklin, Hastings Taking responsibility is what graduation is all about Most teenagers can’t wait to graduate and get on with the next grounds with restored historic barns and period buildings. This phase of their life. It’s supposed to be a time when students are experience is an authentic American cultural legacy.” expected to do some things on their own. Now they expect to be These selected students were offered a chance to gain vocational treated like adults, making decisions about what they’re going to do skills at a world-class facility with a reputation known around the with their lives and how they plan to make those plans happen. world. Learning the rules of the workplace and responsibility while Once you graduate, you also need to know that how you conduct finding enjoyment in a variety of tasks better prepared these young yourself is your responsibility and how you accept the challenge men to determine if working on cars is something they want to purwill determine the success you have. President Obama told gradu- sue in the future. ates of Kalamazoo Central High School In the governor’s last appearance at the Monday evening to work hard in pursuing Mackinac Policy Conference held last weekAs part of this special their passions, not make excuses for their failend on Mackinac Island, she talked about program, these young ures and to serve their communities. new industries such as alternative energy, men learned about being Over the past 12 years, all of this year’s defense, biotechnology, tourism and more. on time with little or no graduates have been answering to their parAccording to Granholm, last year was the excuses. They learned ents, teachers and coaches, among others. first time the auto industry was not if they wanted to be Now suddenly, upon graduation, the responsiMichigan’s leading industry, giving up the bility for their behavior rests mostly on their position to health care. successful, they had to shoulders. What the Gilmore Garage Works program accept responsibility for The choices they make be theirs. How they is designed to offer students a chance to work their actions and were conduct themselves, how they treat others and with experts on something they feel a passion expected to pitch in and the attitude they display is critical in deterfor while learning skills that will last a lifework as a team to complete mining the kind of persons they’ll turn out to time. As the program came to an end for this be. They need to remember that bad choices year, it gave program supporters a chance to the tasks set for them. have ramifications. Blaming others for bad see the importance employment training choices is a waste of time and interferes with opportunities can have on students. Even becoming the kind of persons they should want to be. though Gov. Granholm advocates college as a necessary ingredient Last week, I attended the final class for a small group of Hastings for success in life, I still believe Michigan should return to a college and Delton High School students. These students were participating prep and or career prep program for students. I believe preparing in a new program held in cooperation with the Barry Country young people to work should be just as important as preparing them Intermediate School District and the Gilmore Car Museum, called for college. Gilmore Garage Works. The on-the-job training program put togethPresident Obama concluded his remarks to Kalamazoo graduates er at the museum was in part funded by Larry and Earlene Baum by asking them to pay back their communities by “seeking to have with their support in building a new facility on the museum grounds the same kind of impact with your own lives; by pursuing exceloffering students the opportunity to restore antique automobiles lence in everything you do, and by serving this country that we all under the supervision of adult mentors with years of experience and love.” an appreciation for autos. The students were asked to comment on Going to college or going to work doesn’t determine your success what they’ve learned during the past nine months. Some of the — it’s the passion for what you do that will make the difference. comments were about enjoyment of working on cars, getting the vehicles running, driving a stick shift for the first time, working with their hands, learning from adults that they had grown to respect and taking part in something they really enjoyed. As part of this special program, these young men learned about being on time with little or no excuses. They learned if they wanted PS – earlier this week I visited with officials at Hastings to be successful, they had to accept responsibility for their actions Manufacturing Company to discuss their program hiring 30 sumand were expected to pitch in and work as a team to complete the mer employees, (see story in this issue) primarily high school and tasks set for them. college students. According to James Cook, human resources manMark Twain once said, “Don’t go around saying the world owes ager, nearly all the new hires are relatives of current Hastings you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first.” Manufacturing employees. These young people are shadowing It didn’t seem to take long for these young men to realize that if supervisors and learning what certain jobs entail and learning the they expected to get anything out of the program it would be up to skills necessary to be a productive employee for the company. I them. Gilmore provided the facility and all the tools. Mentors pro- applaud Hastings Manufacturing for their vision and determination vided the knowledge and the one-on-one leadership. The students in getting young people involved in the manufacturing process. were expected to work hard and learn as much as they could. This, like what has happened at Gilmore, could be our best defense On one of the brochures I picked up at the museum describes the against foreign competition for tomorrow’s industrial jobs. museum as, “offering a world-class collection of nearly 200 vintage cars in an unique antique rural facility on 90 acres of comfortable Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Manufacturing teaching work skills Social Security helps survivors of fallen military service members by Vonda VanTil Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Families of fallen military service members bear significant burdens from the loss of their loved ones. Lives are changed forever. Aside from the emotional devastation, the financial hardships placed on such families can be difficult. Often, if a death occurs, a two-income household must make do with one income. Social Security provides income for surviving families of military service members. Monthly Social Security benefits may be paid to widows or widowers and unmarried children who are younger than age 18 (or up to age 19 if they are attending school full time). Benefits may be payable to biological and adopted children, stepchildren, grandchildren or step-grandchildren. Almost 2 million children receive Social Security survivors benefits, with an average benefit payment of about $750 a month. That’s nearly one and a half billion dollars a month in survivors benefits for children. More than 4.3 million surviving spouses and parents receive survivors benefits with an average monthly payment of about $1,100. That’s more than $4.7 billion a month in survivors benefits for spouses and parents. Eligible family members can apply for sur- vivors benefits by telephone or at any Social Security office. We at Social Security can never replace the love and life that has been lost. But we can and do honor armed forces members who have made the ultimate sacrifice, and in many cases, we’re able to help families financially. Vonda VanTil is the public affairs specialist for West Michigan. You can write her c/o Social Security Administration, 50 College SE, Grand Rapids MI 49503 or via e-mail at vonda.vantil@ssa.gov. The Hastings Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. Elizabeth Colyer, Nashville: “Have fun in college but work hard, too.” Julie Swartz, Vermontville: “Be lifelong learners; education doesn’t end after high school, and they should never close their minds.” Brenda Hennink, Aquinas College: “It is important for graduates to realize it takes a lifetime to build a good reputation but only a minute of bad decisions to ruin it. Live lives with integrity.” Banner What advice do you have for graduating seniors? Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Those who don’t happen to hear the sounds of “Pomp and Circumstance” or see graduates in their mortarboards and gowns will still know it’s graduation season by the ‘open house’ parties and ads or business signs wishing them well. If you could give advice to this year’s graduates, what would it be? Sara Sheldon, Nashville: “Make the most of the opportunities given to you. If the opportunities you want are not there, create them yourself. Hard work accounts for more success in life than talent.” Joyce Daugherty, Hastings: “I would tell them all to follow their dreams.” Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com James Graff, C o r n e r s t o n e University: “For high school graduates: Go to college or get a two-year degree. You need that degree to be competitive. College seniors: Do not feel you’re entitled to anything. 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Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 ��Page 6 — Thursday, June 10, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Give a memorial that can go on forever A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Worship Together… Area Obituaries Thressa Ann Sawdy 77546587 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Third Sunday after Pentecost June 13 - Summer Hours Begin: Worship Worship 8:00 & 10:00; No Sunday School in the summer; Noisy Offering for Love, Inc. Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. Vacaton Bible School will be Aug. 1-5 (more details at a later date. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover-grace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 6:30 p.m. Softball game. Friday - 9 a.m. Golfer’s Group. Saturday - 10 a.m. Praise Team. Monday - 9 a.m. Vacation Bible School. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Vacation Bible School; 6:30 p.m. Softball game. Wednesday - 9 a.m. Vacation Bible School. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 B OSLEY 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 •PHARMACY• 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Thressa Ann Sawdy, born on July 11, 1932, passed away from this life on June 6, 2010 at the age of 77. Frederick Raymond, her husband of 39 years, is left to mourn her death. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herman Charles and Jessie Edna (Greenow) Miller; her daughter, Linda Kay (Mote) Okerlund; sisters, Joyce Elaine Miller and Dorothy Mulder; brothers, Ovid Miller and Chalmer Miller. Surviving besides children and grandchildren is one sister, Maxine Starbard. On December 16, 1950 she married Loren Mote. To this union were born three children, Linda Okerlund, deceased; two living children, Loren John (Karen) Mote born 1952 and Beverly (Steve) Swartz 1953. This marriage ended in divorce. Her marriage to her present husband on August 2, 1971, brought four stepchildren; JoAnne (Merle) Emery; Karen (Mark) Lehman; David (Anne) Sawdy; and Steve (Tanya) Sawdy. Dear to her were 22 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren. Thressa enjoyed artwork of all kinds, sewing, working with flowers and playing with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a member of the Hastings Church of the Nazarene, serving in various positions plus offices she held throughout the years as children's worker and mission officer. Memorial contributions may be made to the Church of the Nazarene/Youth Group, 1716 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 10, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Hastings Church of the Nazarene. Pastor Timm Oyer will be officiating the service. Burial at Chapel Hill Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Charline Ann (Armintrout) Lewis Charline Ann (Armintrout) Lewis went to be with her Savior Friday, June 4, 2010, at Borgess Hospital surrounded by her family, friends, and loved ones. Charline was born on April 13, 1936 in Kalamazoo, to Jasper and Neta (Hudson) Armintrout. She grew up in the Prairieville area with her four siblings, Jasper “Jack” (Charlene) Armintrout, Doris (Dale) Null, Orin “Pat” (Zelma) Armintrout, and Maxine Louden. While attending Delton schools, she met and fell in love with Fred E. Lewis. On August 11, 1951 the couple wed, and they have since spent over 58 years together. During this time, they raised three children, Gene (Cindy) Lewis of Ooltewah, TN, Clarene (Eugene) Zantjer of Delton and Deborah (Dennis) Borelli of Loveland, CO. They were also blessed with five grandchildren, Rick, Nathan, Jason and Ashley Tinsley and Rebecca Zantjer. For many years, Charline was a faithful servant at Orangeville Baptist Church in her duties as organist, pianist, deaconess, Sunday School teacher, and choir member. She also enjoyed watching the Detroit Tigers baseball games, collecting bells, working with her husband at local auctions, and reading. Her family will always remember her playing cards and dominoes, listening to Christian bluegrass, and spending time with her friends and family. She will be greatly missed. Charline was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Jack; and her sister, Maxine. The family would like to extend their special thanks to the First Responders of the Orangeville Fire Department and the nursing staff at Borgess ICU. The memorial service was held Monday, June 7, 2010, at the Orangeville Baptist Church in Plainwell. At the request of her family, please direct charitable donations to the Orangeville Baptist Church. Arrangements were made by WilliamsGores Funeral Home, Delton. Mary K. Parsons HASTINGS, MI - Mary K. Parsons, age 66, of Hastings, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2010 at Spectrum Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. She was born September 14, 1943 in Battle Creek, the daughter of Wesley and Arlene (Hill) Ebeling. She attended the Battle Creek Seventh Day Adventist School through the eighth grade and received her GED from Hastings High School in 1977. Mary worked 31 years cleaning offices for Hallifax Services and seven years at Hastings Manufacturing Company. She married Thomas Parsons on March 20, 1959. Mary enjoyed cooking, reading, traveling, spending time with family, gardening and going to casinos. She also enjoyed spending time with her cat, Sylvester. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Wesley and Arlene (Hill) Ebeling. She is survived by her husband, Thomas Parsons of Hastings; daughter, Karen Root of Hastings; grandson, Derrek Kurr of Lansing; cousin, Cynthia Buckley and her children, Mark and Ann Buckley; mother-in-law, Connie Parsons. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society (Leukemia). Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. David Wood will be officiating the service. Arrangements are by Girrbach Funeral Home. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net) Marjorie J. Lewis Betty J. Hoffman DOWLING, MI - Betty Jene Hoffman, age 84, of Dowling, passed away Thursday, June 3, 2010 at her Dowling home. She was born in Battle Creek, the daughter of Ray (Buelah Palmiter) Willison. She married Clarence Hoffman on September 24, 1950. She worked at Westons in Battle Creek, was a homemaker, enjoyed going to church, playing the keyboard, flea markets, antique auto and tractor shows and helping on the farm. She lived all her married life on East Dowling Road. She is survived by her husband of 59 years; two sons, Gene and Dennis; and two grandchildren. She was preceeded in death by two sisters, Donna and Beverly. Graveside services were held on Saturday, June 5, 2010 at Wilcox Cemetery with Pastor Kenneth McCabe officiating. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net for further details. Ralph Jack Finkbeiner HASTINGS, MI - Marjorie J. Lewis, of Hastings, passed away on Monday, June 7, 2010 at Pennock Hospital. She was born on May 29, 1924 in Grand Rapids to Clarence C. and Bessie M. (Stoops) Matthews. She graduated from Hastings High School in 1944 and enlisted in the WAVES in July of that year. She completed her training in Bronx, New York, then was transferred to Washington D.C. and finally to Arlington, VA until her discharge in October 1945. In the service she held the ratings of AS, S1c, S2c and worked as a file clerk in the Naval Bureau. In August 1945 she married Loren E. Lewis and after his discharge from the service they moved to the Hastings area. Marjorie worked at Copper Lantern for many years and also volunteered at Love, Inc. She was very active at Freeport Baptist Church since joining in 1966 and was a member of the VFW. She is survived by her children, Cheryl A. Bolton of Hastings, Sharon Waters of Montgomery, AL, Judith (Dennis) Cummings of Shepherdsville, KY, Patrick (Carol) Lewis of Middleville, Andrew Lewis of Hastings; brothers, Marvin Matthews of Grand Rapids, Robert (Judy) Matthews of Comstock Park, Clarence (Martha) Matthews of Yakima, WA; 10 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Loren, sister and brother-in-law, Betty and Delbert Waid; grandson, Raymond “Dewey” Sinclair. She is at the Lauer Family Funeral Homes – Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings where her family will receive friends on Thursday, June 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. A celebration of Marjorie’s life will be held on Friday, June 11, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Walter Winebrenner officiating. Interment will follow in Hastings Township Cemetery. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be directed to the American Diabetes Association, American Cancer Society, American Heart Association or Freeport Baptist Church. Please share a memory with Marjorie’s family at www.lauerfh.com FAMILY FUNERAL HOMES GUN LAKE, MI - Ralph Jack Finkbeiner, age 72, of Gun Lake died Tuesday, June 8, 2010. Many people knew Jack from being a meat cutter in Middleville and retired from Feldpausch Foods after 25 years. He was an army veteran and served almost 20 years on the Middleville Fire Department and as a Yankee Springs Township Trustee. His hobbies included fishing on Gun Lake and woodworking. More importantly, Jack was a wonderful husband, a great dad, and a very special grandpa. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Lavina Finkbeiner and his sister, Mary Ainsworth. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Marilyn and children, Bryan (Lisa), Bruce (Loretta), and Scott (Kim); grandchildren, Cody (Leann), Chelsea and Megan McKeown (Michael), Trever, Lacey, Ally; sister and brother in-law Sally and Ken Mingerink; and several nieces and nephews. A very special thank you to the staff at Lettinga Cancer Center, you were our angels. Lauer Family Funeral Homes-Wren Chapel is caring for the family’s needs. Visitation will be at Gun Lake Community Church on Thursday, June 10, 2010 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., with a memorial service at the church on Friday, June 11, 2010 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Wayne Kiel officiating. Private services will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Memorial contributions can be made to the Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation or the American Cancer Society. Please share a memory with Ralph’s family at www.lauerfh.com. FAMILY FUNERALs HOMES �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 10, 2010 — Page 7 Former local resident running Newborn Babies for congress — literally by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern “I am a hick with a law degree, and I say ‘hick’ meaning it to be someone who finds value in everything. Someone who isn’t afraid to get dirty, and someone whose values aren’t overrun by their standards,” said Louise E. “Ellie” (Lewis) Johnson, 1979 Thornapple Kellogg graduate, former Bowens Mills area resident and candidate for the 3rd Congressional Representative seat, currently held by Congressman Vernon Ehlers. “Things have to change,” said Johnson, who now lives in Grand Rapids. “There have been a lot of steps to put this economy and county the way that they are, and there will be a lot of steps that are needed to pull it back up.” Running for a seat in congress and the steps that are needed are things every candidate talks about, but the difference between every other candidate and Johnson is that when she talks about running, or steps, she means it literally. With hundreds of miles already put on her running shoes, Johnson says she will have run around 2,000 miles by the end of her campaign, running all over Ionia, Barry and most of Kent counties in support of her views and to help her crusade for congress. “On the first day, I ran 26 miles, and since then I’ve been running an average of 12 miles a day, along with being a full-time lawyer, a full-time mother, and a full-time campaigner.” Johnson has had many labels, including chimney sweep, dairy farmer, single mother, tri-athlete, law student and international traveler. “I understand where these people are coming from. I believe everyone makes mistakes and everyone has heartaches, including me, so I’m trying to get out and interact with these Louise E. “Ellie” Johnson has been running through much of the 3rd Congressional District to speak with residents and business owners as she campaigns. people. I’m getting in the heart of the people who drive America,” said Johnson. “This is a grass-roots campaign, and what I believe is that, metaphorically, it’s not about what the glass is made of, it’s about what’s in the glass and the fact that I’m thirsty.” People’s reactions when a sweaty woman jogging down the street extends a hand and introduces herself as a congressional candi- ‘Toy Story 3’ reaches out to children at shelter date is usually a mixture of confusion and amusement, but quickly changes into something along the lines of surprise and appreciation, said Johnson. “I don’t have a large budget like some of the other candidates might,” she added. “So as I’m running, I stop and chat. People tell me what’s going on in their lives; it allows me to take in the landscape of their lives. I tell them a little about me and give them something to hold on to. Running helps me interact with the people and the voters.” Surely what Johnson is doing is original and recognizable, counting on her feet and sheer persistence to carry her to congress. Having already run through Plainfield, Caledonia, Grand Rapids, along with Rutland and several other townships, Johnson is now dashing through Hastings and working her way up and around the map, and not stopping until the final votes are tallied. Kai Anthony Hopkins, born at Sparrow Health System, Lansing on May 14, 2010 to Crystal Lynn and Brian Anthony Hopkins of Vermontville. Weighing 3 lbs. and 15 ozs. Grandpar-ents are Steve and Theresa Hopkins and George and Inez Hubka. ***** Aadyn Alexander Tossava, born April 20, 2010 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Los Angeles, California to Luke and Karen Tossava. Weighing 8 lbs. 12 ozs. and 21 inches long. ***** Zophia Bryant, born at Pennock Hospital on May 21, 2010 at 4 p.m. to Ben and Sara Zuehlke of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 3 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Madilyn Lanae, born at Pennock Hospital on May 25, 2010 at 7:52 a.m. to Tia Dawson and Casey Milligan of Cloverdale. Weighing 7 lbs. 15 ozs. and 22 inches long. ***** Amellia Grace, born at Pennock Hospital on May 17, 2010 at 6:35 p.m. to Nick and Ann Williams of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 3 ozs. and 19 1/2 inches long. ***** Owen Joseph, born at Pennock Hospital on May 23, 2010 at 9:48 a.m. to Taylor Cushing and Joey Harvey of Vermontville. Weighing 9 lbs. 8 ozs. and 21 inches long. ***** Abbigail May, born at Pennock Hospital on May 20, 2010 at 6:39 a.m. to Amy Tinker and Trent Harvey of Hastings. Weighing 5 lbs. 3 ozs. and 19.5 inches long. ***** Joshua Joe Jr. born at Pennock Hospital on May 22, 2010 at 7:31 a.m. to Josh and Mary Miller of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 1 oz. and 19 1/2 inches long. ***** Raelin Deann, born at Pennock Hospital on May 21, 2010 at 6:50 p.m. to Jesse and Mallorie Schrock of Clarksville. Weighing 7 lbs. 1 oz. and 19 inches long. ***** Riley Renee, born at Pennock Hospital on May 27, 2010 at 10:27 a.m. to Ben and Tracy Furrow of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs. 15 ozs. and 19 inches long. **** Jett Alan, born at Pennock Hospital on May 28, 2010 at 8 p.m. to Tad and Brandy Nofz of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs. 10 ozs. and 18 1/2 inches long. ***** Daniel Eugene, born at Pennock Hospital on May 28, 2010 at 7:53 a.m. to Heather Hermenitt and Jason Wnuk of Hastings. Weighing 5 lbs. 13 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Alexander Joseph, born at Pennock Hospital on May 28, 2010 at 7:54 a.m. to Heather Hermenitt and Jason Wnuk of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs. 3 ozs. and 18 inches long. ***** Harrison Quade, born at Pennock Hospital on May 26, 2010 at 1:37 p.m. to Marnie and Andy Thomas of Lake Odessa. Weighing 9 lbs. 5 ozs. and 21 1/2 inches long. Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! 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Careful Medicine Administration Insulin Shots Home Cooked Meals Assist with Bathing, Dressing, and other Personal Care Needs Laundry Cable Television Lifeline Bracelet and Service Home Nursing Available Private Room with Bath Transportation provided Reasonable rates Bug Blaster Washington Greg Faubert, manager of Hastings 4 Theater, shows Green Gables Haven Director Janie Bergeron and WBCH’s Dave McIntyre “Andy’s Toy Box” which will be were movie goers can drop off toys for children staying at Green Gables Haven. Toys will be collected through the run of “Toy Story 3” at Hastings 4. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Paul and Sharon (Dalton) Halladay will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary. They were married on June 13, 1970 at the Lakewood United Methodist Church in Lake Odessa. Their parents were the late Russell and Mildred Halladay of Portland, Mich. and the late Willis and Barbara Dalton of Woodland, Mich. Over the course of their marriage, the couple resided in Battle Creek, Illinois, Kansas, New Jersey and New York before retiring and moving back to Michigan. Paul is retired from Kraft Foods where he worked in food research and development. Sharon is a retired occupational therapist. They both enjoy church activities, gardening, traveling and spending time with their grandchildren. The couple have three daughters, Kristen (Mark) Tonello of Cadillac, Mich., Kimberly (Rich) Giddings of Maple Grove, Minn. and Karrie Halladay of Hastings, Mich. They have four grandchildren, Derek and Lindsey Tonello and Ian and Dalton Giddings. Paul and Sharon celebrated their 40th anniversary with a Hawaiian cruise in March. They love hearing from family and friends. Their daughters request that you shower them with your warm wishes in cards to be sent to 7670 Barnum Road, Woodland, MI 48897. Kendall Halladays to celebrate 40th wedding anniversary • Muck Boots • Seed or Fertilizer Spreaders • Back Pack Sprayers • Bird Feeders & Bird Houses • Wildlife Food Plot Seed �Page 8 — Thursday, June 10, 2010 — The Hastings Banner MONUMENT, continued from page 1 tle bit differently, and not ... move the trees or destroy the trees,” said Van Nortwick, who added that a local historian told him that the board had approved a resolution establishing the trees as a memorial to several people back in the 1970s. “To retract that for this monument is, I think, not in the best interest of this commission. I am certainly not in favor of undoing what a past commission did. I think there is a public trust here that we need to observe. And, I think that is ample time to create a design that would be fair to everybody and still have space for development of the plans.” Commissioner Mike Bremer noted that the amended motion opens the door wider conceptually and allows the design process to move forward. Other items, which were discussed at last week’s committee meeting and approved Tuesday in the consent agenda, included: Adoption of a change in the policy for sales of fixed assets and other supplies, from eBay Inc. as auction provider to Biddergy.com. • The Michigan Department of Agriculture Farmland and Open Space Preservation Program Applications for Farmland Agreements for Linda Campbell. • Laying off the GED instructor from June 14 through Aug. 31, due to a shortfall in grant funding. • A bid from Lakewood Builders for 455 Hillside Park, Lake Odessa in the amount of $26,950 for home repairs to be paid for from the Community Development Block Grant fund (CDBG). • A bid from Fox Building Service for 527 Clinton St., Hastings from Fox Building Service in the amount of $34,000 for home repairs, to be paid from the CDBG fund. • A bid from Schilz Construction and remodeling for 511 W. Walnut, Hastings in the amount of $17,500 for home repairs, to be paid for from the HOME fund. In addition, the board heard public comment from Charlton Park Director Keith Ferris who said that the park’s annual Father’s Lake Odessa The Ionia County Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, June 12, at 1 p.m. at the Freight House Museum on Emerson Street. Visitors are always welcome. A workshop will be held in the forenoon for the benefit of anyone wishing to become a member of First Families. The Tri-River Museum group will meet in Edmore at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 15. Because of the distance, the host group will provide lunch. Next item on the docket is the July luncheon at Belding’s Belrockton Museum. Call 374-8420 to get a ticket. The meeting will include a program and time to tour three floors of museum exhibits. Ionia County Chapter MARSP will meet Thursday, June 17, at the Rheams’ home on Yeomans Street, high on a hilltop west of Oak Grove Cemetery. The superintendents of the county schools will be speaking. This will be the last time for Belding’s Charles Barker who is retiring. Death has come to Janet Boyden of Montague-Whitehall. She is the daughter of the late Burr and Moneita (Daniels) Jackson, a graduate of Lake Odessa High School, sister of Judy Laidler of Holland and Burwayne Jackson of California. She was also the wife of Tim, mother of Mark and Luke Lepard, and of Matt Redican. She was the widow of Jack Redican who was DPW manager of Lake Odessa for some years. The West Michigan Conference of the United Methodist Church met in annual session last week at Calvin College June 2 to 6. All the local United Methodist churches had pastoral and lay representatives: from Woodland, Charles and Dorothy Schafer; from Lakewood, Rev. David Flegel and Tom Raines; and from Central, Rev. Eric Beck, Elaine Garlock, John and Andrea Gentner, Charisty (Barcroft) McDonald attended. Likely there were others. Country Chapel in Dowling had both pastor and layman as did Peace with Nolan and Joan Hudson. Arlene Stanton was present. Former residents there included Maudie and Myron Williams, Keith Laidler, Emmett Kadwell, Rev. Ward Pierce. His grandsons from Middleville were present at the memorial service for departed clergy, spouses and children. Muriel Pierce was included in the year’s list. She resided in the Lakewood UMC parsonage on Brown Road for many years. The final layer of asphalt has been laid on Sixth Avenue and Lakeview Drive. There remains some minor touch-up jobs such as bridging the gap between sidewalks and the street left undone last fall when weather overtook the project. This eliminates the little bump where Sixth Avenue and M-50 meet. Tyler Beck, second son of Pastor Eric and Heather Beck of Central United Methodist Church had an unforgettable high school graduation Monday evening with President Obama on hand to address the graduates of Kalamazoo Central High School. Tyler had his freshman year at Central when the Kalamazoo Promise was made. For the three years since, he and his mother have spent much of their time in Kalamazoo so he would qualify for the Promise. Meantime, his mother was working at a Marshall hospital as a registered nurse. The Alethians of Central United Methodist Church were hosted by George and Kathy Carpenter Tuesday noon for the annual picnic. Further plans were made for the coming July barbecue, the 55th such chicken barbecue held by the Alethians with help from others of the church. Another upcoming event will be the alumni open house at the depot complex with all the high school graduation photos on display from 1800 to 1964 on June 26. This is open to the public, not just old grads. Day Car Show would be held Sunday, June 20, and will feature approximately a 1,000 cars from 1990 and earlier and that t3,000 to 4,000 people are expected to attend the event. He also noted that the park’s second yard sale would be held the following week and that the park’s summer hours are 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week. Don Lehman, Michigan State University Extension District 8 coordinator gave a presentation about the organization’s redesign in both programs and administration. Lehman noted that currently there is an Extension director in each county of the state and five regional directors supervising those counties. Lehman said that while he is currently the regional director of the 17 counties of southwest Michigan, as of July 1, he will be the coordinator for seven counties in District 8, which is comprised of Barry, Eaton, Ingham, Ionia, Clinton, Montcalm and Gratiot counties. According to Lehman, Ginger Hentz, who is currently the Barry County MSUE Extension director, will become a MSUE educator and her administrative duties will be assumed by Lehman, freeing her to focus more on program development and education. “We have had a successful partnership with Barry County for generations, and we plan to continue that,” said Lehman. “We have 1,200 youth in the 4-H program here in Barry County, with 350 adult leaders and 75 youth leaders. We have programs on health and nutrition, parenting, financial and technical support, agriculture, economic development. We have been very active in Leadership Barry County over the years, and we plan on continuing those programs and also enhancing them.” 2 BROTHERS AND A TENT 40’x40’ and 40’x60’ Tables and chairs available. Call: Dan McKinney 269-838-7057 or Tom McKinney 269-838-3842 OWNER OPERATORS COMPANY DRIVERS Prominent Battle Creek carrier seeks O/O’s and company drivers with CDL A’s. 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The entire headline read: “Old residents of Barry County who have seen it developed from an almost boundless forest into a rich farming community – Some of the interesting experiences of these ‘old pioneers.’” These were originally printed in the 1924 Banner and were collected and transcribed by Gordon Mitchell of Hickory Corners. ***** February 27, 1924 Sarah Williams Bartom Sarah Williams was born in Pine Grove, Pa., Sept. 12, 1841. Later the family moved to Ohio, and in the spring of 1856 came to Barry County with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Williams, four brothers and one sister, making the trip by ox team, bringing a cow and chickens and some household goods and having a delightful trip with picnic dinners and suppers, finding places to stay overnight and with hot breakfasts. Their first stopping place was one half mile south of Woodland Center, at the home of Jesse Jordan’s parents. Her father and two oldest brothers, William and Jerome, bought a farm in Carlton Township, of 160 acres of land heavily timbered with enough cleared for a house and barn. Her brother, William continues to live on a part of this farm, it being at that time one of the Indian trails. She remembers the Indians stopping and asking for something to eat and to sell baskets. One day, she and her sister were left at home alone. They saw an Indian who was drunk coming to the door. They locked the door and hurried out of sight until he had gone away. One Sunday afternoon on their way home from Sunday school and preaching, having to go a mile and a half to a little red school house, when about a half mile from the house, they heard an awful howling and crying going on in a circle in the woods. They were so frightened they ran every step of the way home. Her father told them it was wolves. There was a stray bear seen now and then. Mrs. Bartom has lived in Barry County nearly 68 years, except about two years she was with her daughter, Mrs. Eldon Smith, of Grand Rapids. Mrs. Bartom was 82 years old last fall. Delos Hopkins Delos Hopkins, who resides at 922 N. Michigan Ave., is another of the old pioneers of Barry County, having been born in Irving on Nov. 17, 1847, and has experienced many joys and pleasures of pioneer life. It was very common in Mr. Hopkins’ early life to mingle with Indian children. For the past six years, Mr. Hopkins has been an invalid, but up to the time of his illness, he enjoyed relating his early experiences. Mr. Hopkins was a soldier in the Civil War and is a member of the G.A.R. March 12, 1924 Levi and Sarah Palmatier Two of the pioneers of Barry County are Levi Palmatier, 91 years of age and Sarah Palmatier, who is 83 years of age. Mr. Palmatier came to Michigan in 1856, when he moved on a farm in Barry County two miles northwest of Banfield, and he has lived there every since. The first year, he walked nearly to Big Rapids in the fall to work in the pine woods, and walked back again in the spring. Then he helped build the grist mill at Pritchardville and worked there for some time. Sarah Bowman was born in 1840, and was the first white girl in Johnstown Township, Barry County, 1 1/2 miles from where she now resides. Miss Bowman was married to Mr. Palmatier in 1860, and they commenced housekeeping in the log house on the farm to which he first came. Twenty years after that, they built a new house. They later cleared the farm, which meant hard work. Mr. Palmatier has walked to Battle Creek and back to purchase provisions, and many times he has carried a basket of 10-cent eggs six miles to purchase groceries for harvest help. He used to drive his team to Grand Rapids, taking corn and bringing back plaster. On one of these trips, he sent the team back by a neighbor and joined the army, Mrs. Palmatier staying on the farm and caring for the stock. Their nearest post office was seven miles away. After living on the farm for 33 years, they sold it and moved to Hastings and later located in the village of Banfield. Mr. Palmatier is hale and hearty for his age, and last spring split and piled 12 cords of wood. Josephine Bowne Taggart Josephine Bowne Taggart, daughter of Capt. John Bowne, who came to Barry County in 1836 in a covered wagon with eight children, reaches her 84th milestone Aug. 20 next. She is the only surviving member of a family of 12 children, who have an unusual record for longevity, one sister having lived to the age of 94 years, another 93 and a brother aged 92, just recently passed on. She was born at Milo [in Prairieville Township], just 20 rods east of where the depot now stands, in 1840 and has been a resident of Barry County all her life. In 1859 she was married to Martin Taggart at the old Bowne homestead, a short distance from Milo. To them four children were born, two having died in early childhood. The two surviving are sons, one living in the Upper Peninsula, the other being Glen Taggart of this city. Her husband died in 1892. Among her earliest recollections are the Indian women, who used to come to the Bowne home to trade their baskets for bread and other food. For the past few years, Mrs. Taggart has resided in the city. She is very active for one of her years, being able to transact all her own business and do her own housekeeping, cooking for a grandson who lives with her, tending her own fires and caring for a few hens. She is capable of giving some good instructions to some younger housekeepers, having recently given the writer a generous sample of a delicious layer cake which she made. It was fit to grace the tables of Ladies’ Aid Societies – Mrs. Albert Shively. March 19, 1924 Amos T. Huyck Amos T. Huyck, residing at 320 W. South St., came to Barry County April 27, 1852, at the age of 16, locating in Irving Township near what is now known as the Jones school house. [Corner of Sisson and Hammond roads] Since the father of the family had lost his life in the Mexican War, the government gave a land grant to the children, each receiving 40 acres. Although but a young lad, Mr. Huyck got out the logs and built a log house for his mother, himself and younger sister to live in, and is closely allied with the early history of Irving township. Since then he has resided outside of Barry County at intervals, spending several years in the west. Ten years ago he returned to Barry County and settled in Hastings in his present home. 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By choice or circumstance, either you or your spouse may be out of the work force for an extended period of time. But that doesn’t mean you can’t make progress toward your joint financial goals, such as a comfortable retirement. It does mean, however, that you need to carefully review your situation and make the right financial moves. For starters, consider one of the best retirement-savings vehicles you have available: an Individual Retirement Account, or IRA. Even if your spouse isn’t earning income, he or she can open a “spousal IRA” to which you, as the income-earning spouse, can contribute. (Keep in mind, though, that you must file a joint tax return if you contribute to a spousal IRA.) Depending on your income level, you can designate a spousal IRA as either a traditional IRA, which grows on a tax-advantaged basis, or a Roth IRA, which can grow tax-free, provided your spouse has held the account for at least five years and is at least age 591⁄2 before taking distributions. And a spousal IRA has the same contribution limits — $5,000 in 2010, or $6,000 if your spouse is 50 or older — as a traditional or Roth IRA. Clearly, if you want to increase the cumulative opportunities for building tax-advantaged resources for both your retirements, a spousal IRA can be an attractive option. Furthermore, if your spouse allocates his or her IRA funds to investments that complement — rather than duplicate — those investments inside your IRA, the spousal IRA can prove to be a valu- able tool for diversifying your overall holdings. While diversification, by itself, cannot guarantee a profit or protect against loss, it can help reduce the effects of volatility on your portfolio. To help achieve this diversification between your IRA and the spousal IRA, you may want to work with a financial advisor. Another move you can make to help your stay-at-home spouse is easy to accomplish but also easy to overlook — namely, updating your beneficiary designations on your 401(k), IRA, other investment accounts, life insurance policies and all financial and legal documents. This step is particularly important if you’ve been divorced or widowed, and you want to be sure your stay-at-home spouse comes into possession of all the assets you had intended for him or her.. Of course, in this day and age, “stay-athome” status can change quickly. If your spouse enters or re-enters the work force, you as a couple should consider adjusting your financial plans. Your spouse can continue contributing to the spousal IRA you’ve established, but he or she may now have other opportunities in which to save for retirement, such as a 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement plan. And if your spouse has been out of the work force for a while, it will be important for him or her to contribute as much as possible to a retirement plan. In any case, whether your spouse stays at home or returns to the work force, you’ll want to be proactive in making sure he or she doesn’t get left behind on the road to financial security. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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While not the only sources of income for the non-profit, faithbased My Alpha Place, those two fundraisers “are major events in the life, welfare and continuum of the center,” said center Director Lois Ozuna. Most of the funds raised help support the center’s “administration, upkeep, utilities, insurance and singular salary...,” she said. Some of the funds are used to purchase curriculum, educational and training materials used in the programs that teach clients life skills, whether for pregnancy, parenting, relationships and/or individual growth. “Some of the funds are used to purchase material needs items like diapers, wipes, formula, bottles and personal items ... Clothes baskets are purchased and used to pack baby clothes, diapers, onesies, baby outfits, a letter from the center, a Bible, a toy, a blanket/quilt and other personal items as a gift to Moms for having their babies,” Ozuna said. My Alpha Place also offers many free services to the community, such as free pregnancy tests, free family mentoring programs, book and Bible studies and maternity clothes. The walk route will take participants around the city, with prayer points at the County Courthouse, schools and the hospital. The walk ends back at the center where snacks will be served and games will be available for children. A new feature of the walk is the special Tshirt, with the My Alpha Place logo on it, that will be given to anyone who raises $150 or more in pledges. There’s still time for people to raise pledges and join the walk. STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 2010-25606-DE Estate of Rockne Allen Boze, Deceased. Date of birth: 2/1/1955. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Rockne Allen Boze, who lived at 12195 Enzian Road, Plainwell, Michigan died May 6, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Brandi L. Boze, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court Street, Ste. 302, Hastings and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 6/8/2010 Michael D. Holmes P66165 211 East Water Street, Suite 401 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 (269) 343-2106 Brandi L. Boze 12195 Enzian Road Plainwell, Michigan 49080 77546808 (269) 213-4995 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-25603-DE Estate of JOY M. RUEHLE. Date of Birth: May 12, 1920. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, JOY M. RUEHLE, who lived at 702 SOUTH WASHINGTON STREET, HASTINGS, MICHIGAN died May 13, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to DELORES RUTHERFORD, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 WEST COURT, SUITE 302, HASTINGS, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: June 2, 2010 DAVID H. TRIPP P29290 206 SOUTH BROADWAY HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 945-9585 DELORES RUTHERFORD 4205 MARION WALDO MARION, OH 43302 77546755 (740) 389-5341 STATE OF MICHIGAN BARRY COUNTY TRIAL COURT FAMILY DIVISION PUBLICATION AND NOTICE OF FRIEND OF THE COURT ANNUAL STATUTORY REVIEW PUBLIC NOTICE ANNUAL REVIEW OF PERFORMANCE RECORD OF THE FRIEND OF THE COURT Under Michigan law, the Chief Family Judge annually reviews the performance record of the Friend of the Court. The review will be conducted on or about July 1, 2010. This review is limited by law to the following criteria: • Whether the Friend of the Court is guilty of misconduct, neglect of statutory duty, or failure to carry out the written orders of the court relative to a statutory duty; • Whether the purpose of the Friend of the Court Act are being met; • Whether the duties of the Friend of the Court are being carried out in a manner that reflects the needs of the community. Members of the public may submit written comments to the Chief Family Judge relating to these criteria. Send your written comments, with your name and address to: Honorable William M. Doherty Barry County Trial Court, Family Division 206 W. Court Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE No. 10025595-DE Estate of Scott C. Noethe. Date of Birth: February 27, 1957. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Scott C. Noethe, who lived at 10820 Banfield Road, Johnstown, Michigan died March 31, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Joseph Noethe, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Ste. 302, Hastings, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 6/2/2010 Willis & Willis, PLC Benjamin J. Herbert, J.D. P70082 491 West South Street Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (269) 492-1040 Joseph Noethe 12388 US Highway 77 Paoli, OK 73074 77546761 (405) 331-9770 Synopsis ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING JUNE 1, 2010 Meeting called to order at 7:00. All board members present. Approved minutes from May 11, 2010 board meeting. Treasurer’s report received and put on file. Correspondence received. Fire report read and put on file. Commissioner’s report read. Parks and Recreation report received. Approved adoption of Resolutions with Consumer’s Energy. Approved paying of the bills. Public Comment received. Approved motion to adjourn. Respectfully submitted, Jennifer Goy, Clerk Attested to by 77546593 Thomas Rook, Supervisor NOTICE OF BORROWER RIGHTS UNDER M.C.L. SECTION 600.3205 LIKENS & BLOMQUIST, P.L.L.C., IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Borrower Name(s): Gail L. Schaidt and Lawrence J. Schaidt,III Property Address: 6303 Noffke Drive Caledonia, MI 49316 ATTENTION BORROWER: You have a right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder, or mortgage servicer. Fifth Third Bank (Wetern Michigan) has designated Likens & Blomquist, PLLC as the designated person under M.C.L. section 600.3205a(1)(c). You may contact a housing counselor to request a meeting by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website http://www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by phone at (517) 373-8370. If you request a meeting, foreclosure by advertisement proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after the date notice was/is mailed to you. If you and the designated agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. Please be advised that you can contact an attorney. You may contact the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at 1-800-968-0738. Dated: Thursday, June 10, 2010 Likens & Blomquist, P.L.L.C. Attorneys for Servicer 3290 W. Big Beaver Rd. Ste 315 Troy, MI 48084 Telephone: 248-593-5106 77546793 L0301MI10 77546810 — ADVERTISEMENT — McKeown Bridge Park Vault Toilet At My Alpha Place’s new location, 838 W. Green St. in Hastings, two students from Hastings High School’s community service class, Alex Wendorf and Shelby Roush helped with getting the grounds fixed up. (photo supplied) Call the center at 269/948-9013 or 269/838-3030 or stop by for more information and a walk packet. Hours of operation are 4-8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Help on the way for Michigan seniors reaching prescription drug coverage gap U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow announced Tuesday that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will begin distributing $250 rebate checks to seniors who reach the prescription drug coverage gap, or “doughnut hole,” starting Thursday, June 10, and continuing throughout the year. Seniors will receive checks automatically without filing extra paperwork or submitting a formal request. “Too many of our seniors are struggling to pay for the medicine and care they need,” said Stabenow. “This week, because of health insurance reform, seniors who reach the doughnut hole coverage gap for Medicare prescription drugs will receive $250 rebate checks to help them pay for their medicine. LEGAL NOTICES This is just the first step to completely closing this coverage gap, making prescription drugs more affordable for seniors in Medicare.” In 2008, more than 8.5 million seniors hit the Medicare Part D coverage gap, requiring them to pay for prescription drugs at full price until they reached the level to qualify for catastrophic coverage. According to CMS, an estimated 134,000 Medicare beneficiaries in Michigan hit the doughnut hole and received no extra help to defray the cost of their prescription drugs. Due to the Affordable Care Act, a one-time $250 rebate check will be issued to seniors who reach the prescription drug coverage gap in 2010. Starting in 2011, seniors who reach the coverage gap will receive a 50 percent discount on all brand-name drugs and biologics needed. This discount will be in effect until the gap is closed entirely over the next 10 years, said Stabenow. As the rebate checks for 2010 are mailed, CMS urges seniors to be wary of scams and fraud. Seniors should not provide any personal information such as Medicare, Social Security or bank account numbers to anyone claiming the information is necessary to receive the rebate checks. CMS will coordinate with the Health and Human Services Department to make sure seniors have all the necessary information to protect against fraud. For more information, visit www.Medicare.gov. Barry County, Michigan 1. RECEIPT OF BIDS: Sealed bids for construction and placing a precast concrete vault toilet at McKeown Bridge Park, Barry County, Michigan will be received by Barry County, the OWNER, at the Administrative Offices, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, Attention: Warren Wheeler, until 4:00 p.m. local time in effect on 24 June 2010, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. The envelope containing the bid must be identified on the outside as “Bid 2 for McKeown Bridge Park Vault Toilet”. 2. SCOPE OF PROJECT: The project consists of construction and placing a precast concrete vault toilet building and all fixtures in accordance with the following specification. Specification is for a CXT Gunnison style Vault Toilet Building or other designs meeting the requirements of the bid specifications. 3. EXAMINATION OF DOCUMENTS: Plans and specifications for the Project may be examined at the following locations after 04 June, 2010: a. Barry County Administrative Offices, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 b. www.barrycounty.org 4. BID SECURITY: A bid bond or a certified check to the Barry County Treasurer in the amount equal to five percent (5%) of the total amount of the proposal will be required. 5. WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS: No bidder may withdraw its proposal for a period of 60 days after the actual date of opening thereof. This time period may be extended by mutual agreement of the OWNER and any Bidder or Bidders. 6. RIGHT TO REJECT BIDS: The Owner reserves the right to accept any proposal, to reject any and all proposals and to waive any irregularities in proposals. If award is made, it will be to the bidder whose proposal is considered to be in the best interest of the Owner. 7 QUESTIONS: All questions are to be directed to Warren Wheeler, 616.437.6993 77546753 �Page 10 — Thursday, June 10, 2010 — The Hastings Banner State releases report on Middleville names Moffat interim manager ‘wet weather pollution’ The Department of Natural Resources and Environment has released a new report on wet weather pollution, one of the major surface water quality issues in Michigan. Most surface water pollution issues can be attributed to wet weather incidents such as heavy rain and snow melt when the water picks up contaminants from land and washes them into nearby surface waters. Addressing discharges from this type of pollution is difficult since they are not constant, do not occur in a consistent pattern, and often occur over a scattered area, according to DNRE staff. The DNRE developed the new report to advance the knowledge of wet weather pollution issues, as well as the methods for addressing them. Five work groups were formed to develop the report: Wastes to Land; Earth Change; Urban Living; Monitoring; and Water Quality Based Effluent Limits and Standards Applicability. Each group was charged with determining how to appropriately define and handle wet weather pollution discharges to surface waters in order to protect Michigan’s water quality. The report contains a number of findings including that improperly managed wet weather pollution discharges have the potential to cause serious problems in surface waters; urban streams are heavily impacted by flow modifications from wet weather pollution discharges; wet weather programs have a large amount of subjectivity and a lack of consistent terminology; and, there is a need to develop training for wet weather discharge sampling. The report also lists a series of five steps that will be taken by the DNRE as a result of the work group findings. The report can be found online at http://tiny.cc/hr29y. Questions or comments on the report can be sent via e-mail to Mary Ann Hanifan at hanifanm@michigan.gov. City of Hastings NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED 2010/2011 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET The City of Hastings will hold a Public Hearing for the purpose of hearing written and/or oral comments from the public concerning the annual budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011. The public hearing will be held at 7:00 PM on Monday, June 14, 2010 in the City Council Chambers on the second floor of City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The City Council will consider the budget as proposed by the City Manager and presented to City Council on April 26, 2010. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. All interested citizens are encourage to attend and to submit comments. A copy of this information, the entire proposed budget, and additional background materials are available for public inspection from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Office of the City Clerk, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to the City clerk at 269.945.2468 or TDD call relay services 800.649.3777. Thomas E. Emery, City Clerk 77546495 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Middleville Village Council voted 4-2 June 8 to name current planner Geoff Moffat interim manager beginning Aug. 1. Voting against the appointment of Moffat were council member Shannon Endsley and council president Charles Pullen. Joyce Lutz abstained from voting. Council member Sue Reyff suggested that the village contact the six prospective candidates, not yet interviewed, and tell them that no action on selecting a village manager will happen until perhaps November or December. Council member Sue Merrill disagreed saying, “The sooner we get someone in place, the better.” Following discussion, the council decided to wait to make a decision on interviewing candidates until the village auditor makes a presentation at the June 22 council meeting. This would enable the council to know whether the budget would allow for a a parttime or full-time manager. The question of interviewing candidates also came up during the public comment portion of the meeting when Pat Hilton told the council that the delay and the process in hiring a manager was like “chasing ghosts.” The village is working on an ‘application Jacob, Isabella top Social Security’s most popular baby names list There’s a new queen of baby names. Isabella took the crown from last year’s winner, Emma, to claim the top girl baby name of 2009. Jacob continued its remarkable run by holding onto the top boy name for the 11th year in a row over a new No. 2 for boys, Ethan. New to the top 10 this year for boys are Jayden and Noah, and for girls, Mia. To see all the top baby names for 2009, go to Social Security’s website www.socialsecurity.gov. Here are the top 10 boys and girls names for 2009, from first to 10th: Boys — Jacob, Ethan, Michael, Alexander, William, Joshua, Daniel, Jayden, Noah and Anthony. Girls — Isabella, Emma, Olivia, Sophia, Ava, Emily, Madison, Abigail, Chloe and Mia. A favorite feature of Social Security’s baby names website is the “Change in Name Popularity” page. This year’s winner for the biggest jump is Maliyah, which undoubtedly is related to the popularity of the First Family. Malia (the spelling used by the First Daughter), also is one of the top 10 fastest risers among girls names. Isla, the name of popular actress Isla Fisher (and wife of Sacha Baron Cohen — aka Borat, which has yet to make the list) was the second fastest riser among girls. On the boy’s side, Cullen had the biggest increase, likely attributable to the popular character Edward Cullen in the “Twilight” novels and movies. King came in as the No 3 top mover for boys, but more on Elvis later. The girl’s name Marley, which had the third largest increase last year, had the biggest drop this year from number 334 to 851. Mylee had the second biggest drop; Miley (as in Cyrus) also dropped in popularity. In the wake of controversies surrounding Lindsay Lohan, Lindsay dropped from 381 to 524. Brett, Jonas and Alvin are among the boy’s names with the largest decreases. With nearly 70 baby Baracks born in 2009, the name Barack continues to move up the list to number 1,993 from 2,424 in 2008, and 12,535 in 2007, but still lags well behind First Dog Bo at 782. Many patterns of recent years continued. Religious names continue to be very popular, including the girl names Heaven at number 275 and Nevaeh (Heaven spelled backwards at 34. Messiah was number 663 for boys. An extraordinary 3.7 percent of the Top 1,000 boy names rhymed with the word “maiden” and names associated with cities, states, or countries were popular, particularly for girls. And for Elvis fans out there, here’s the annual update from Social Security Commissioner Michael J. Astrue: Elvis slipped from number 713 in 2008 to 858 in 2009. Unconfirmed reports indicate he was “all shook up” by his 2009 rank, but pleased that Presley is number 268 for girls, and that King and Memphis landed at 462 and 605 for boys. As the federal government’s leading expert on baby names, Commissioner Astrue commented “I have no idea what any of this means, but nonetheless urge you to go to our website www.socialsecurity.gov to have a little fun with baby names and to see if you can help an older relative or friend qualify for $4,000 of extra help with Medicare prescription drug costs.” The Social Security website offers lists of baby names for each year since 1880. Social Security started compiling baby name lists in 1997. DELUXE COLOR 4X6 PRINTS Film Processing RED EYE & COLOR CORRECTED 24 exposure only 6 $ SAME DAY SERVICE! Don’t wait 2 or 3 days for your pictures. Drop off your film or digital photos before 2:00 and pick them up before 6:00 the same day ... or get them in an hour for just $2.00 more per roll! High Quality 4x6 Digital Prints 99 Keep your valuable film on site... we process all your photos here! YOU CAN TRUST THE PROFESSIONALS AT PRINTING PLUS! NEXT DAY* IN HOURS IN MINUTES COPIES! 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The proposed application will be reviewed by the department of public works, Stein and TTES before going to the council for approval. Lamoreaux also reviewed with the council ways in which she and the office staff are looking into saving the village money. This includes energy costs and telephone billing. She told council she will continue to keep them updated. The council had heard that skate park users wanted to talk about equipment at the park, but no riders attended the meeting. The parks and recreation committee will meet to discuss the issue of rider’s equipment, not just the half-pipe built by the village and the Middleville Rotary Club, being at the skate park. The agreement, when the skate park was built, was that any other equipment not provided by the village had to be approved before being used at the skate park. Wayne Winchester, DPW director, told council that no one has asked for permission to use other equipment. Members of the council’s parks and recreation committee will look into this issue at their next meeting. Merrill explained a tentative agreement about the right-of-way that had been made at a previous meeting. “I’m very disappointed the housing commission couldn’t honor a mutually satisfying agreement between the two entities that reside along that stretch of the right-of-way,” said Merrill. “Both parties conceded in a meeting to share the right-of-way equally, should the council approach the issue of abolishing the street again. It’s taken a long time and several meetings to arrive at this agreement, and now we have to go back to Square One. This is about fairness to both parties who had reached an agreement to share. I was trusting the housing commission would play well here, too.” The property committee will also meet with representatives from the Middleville Housing Commission, Lincoln Meadows senior apartments and a homeowner about the Keeler Street right-of-way. The village will have refreshments at the start of the 24-Hour Challenge on Saturday, June 19, from about 7:45 to 8:30 a.m. for those watching the riders stream up Main Street. A bagpipes band will also perform as the riders go by. The next meeting of the village council will be Tuesday, June 22, at 7 p.m. in village hall. GRADUAT IO OPEN HOUSN E Congratulation s Erin & Amanda Class of 2010 CHECK OUT ALL OUR SPECIAL SERVICES: • Personalized Calendars • Greeting Cards • Big Prints & Posters • Folding & Laminating • Custom Rubber Stamps AND MORE! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30 - 6:00 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 10, 2010 — Page 11 Selflessness focus of Delton graduation ceremony by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer While the guests of honor at the graduation ceremony held in the Delton Kellogg High School gymnasium Sunday were the school’s 127 graduating seniors, an outward focus permeated much of the event. At the ceremony, Brandon Humphreys, valedictorian of Delton Kellogg Schools’ class of 2010, delivered a speech, during which he asked those in attendance who have volunteered in some way and put themselves before others to stand. “Class of 2010, these are the great people who make up our community,” he said, motioning to those on their feet. “They are our leaders, our caretakers and selfless individuals who serve their community, their country and the world without expecting anything in return. Class of 2010, let’s give them Graduating senior Ryann Risner reads the class’s poem. Jonathan Kelley, salutatorian of the graduating class, addresses attendees of the ceremony. Brandon Humphreys, 2010 DKHS valedictorian, delivers a speech honoring those who have volunteered to make the world a better place. a round of applause.” Humphreys encouraged his fellow graduating seniors to emulate those he recognized. “After today, it is our turn to join the ranks of the selfless members of this community,” he said. “We will become the caretakers and the volunteers. As we leave this gymnasium and strive to achieve the great things that we set out for, I can only hope that we don’t all forget who has helped us get here today and who has aided us in our successes leading up to this day.” Talking about what the graduating seniors already have accomplished, Delton Kellogg High School Principal Stewart Schofield Under the direction of Sara Knight, the Delton Kellogg High School Symphonic Band performs “Pomp and Circumstance” at the ceremony. explained that they have been awarded a total of more than $800,000 in scholarships and similar awards, more than double the amount currently earned by graduating classes. “The class of 2010 has been an outstanding group of people, one that the community and the school district can be very … proud of,” he said. Prior to the graduating seniors being given their diplomas, Superintendent Cynthia Vujea congratulated the students and invited them to achieve in ways that not only benefited themselves. “My challenge to you, now, through your own family and your future career, is to put others above yourself,” she said. Top 10 seniors of Delton Kellogg High School announced Brandon Humphreys Jonathan Kelley Kaitlin Marshall Taylor Sewell Randi Pash Cara Phelps Hannah Williams Abigail Culbert Tyler Haywood Christopher Horrocks by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Nearly 130 seniors graduated from Delton Kellogg High School Sunday, June 6, including those named Top 10 of the class. Information, provided by a representative of the high school on the Top 10 students and their plans, follows. Brandon Humphreys The son of Derek and Renee Humphreys, Brandon is the valedictorian, having completed his high school education with a grade point average of 4.002. He received the Congressional Medal of Merit and Student Achiever Award. Humphreys participated in cross country, through which he earned academic all-state, all-conference, all-county, all-region, statequalifier and team academic all-state rankings. He also served as a track team captain. He recently has been accepted to the United States Air Force Academy and will begin studying engineering there later this year. Jonathan Kelley Kelley, the son of Brian and Rebecca Pruess, graduated with a grade point average of 3.996, which made him salutatorian of his graduating class. In addition to having participated in organizations such as Interact, the National Honor Society, Students Against Destructive Decisions, the United States Naval Sea Cadets Corps and the school’s student council, Kelley has completed a variety of training, including tutelage related to Community Emergency Response Teams, CPR, fire-fighting, first aid and marksmanship. He earned a varsity letter, participating in cross country, football, track and wrestling. He plans to complete basic training for the Air Force Reserve before attending Michigan Technical University to study mechanical engineering. Kaitlin Marshall The daughter of John and Kathy Marshall, Kaitlin graduated with a grade point average of 3.958. Along with having participated in the National Honor Society and the school’s student council and yearbook committee, Marshall participated in a variety of sports, including basketball, softball and volleyball, through which she earned all-conference, allcounty and all-state rankings. She plans to attend Saginaw Valley State University to study nursing. Taylor Sewell Taylor, son of Todd and Julie Sewell, graduated with a grade point average of 3.952. In addition to having been a member of Big Brothers Big Sisters, the National Honor Society and the school’s student council, Sewell played baseball, basketball and football. He received the Iron Man Award for his achievements in football and was recognized as a “most-improved” basketball player. He was honored for his achievements in Advanced Placement calculus and biology classes. Sewell plans to attend Western Michigan University to study engineering. Randi Pash The daughter of Jerry and Jane Drewyor, Pash graduated with a grade point average of 3.927. She was active in a variety of organizations, including Big Brothers Big Sisters, National Honor Society and the school’s yearbook committee. Pash earned a Silver Key Award from Kendall College of Art and Design through the institution’s Scholastic Art Award program. She plans to study art at Eastern Michigan University and become a secondary education teacher. Cara Phelps Doug and Laurie Phelps’ daughter, Cara, graduated with a grade point average of 3.9. In the areas of sideline and competitive cheer, Phelps earned academic all-state, allconference and all-county rankings and was named “Most Valuable Player.” She also played soccer, through which she earned an all-conference ranking and was named “Most Valuable Player.” Phelps attended the Scholastic Art Award program at Kendall College of Art and Design and has been honored for her artistic talents. She plans to continue her study of art at Sienna Heights University. Hannah Williams Hannah, the daughter of Rick and Susan Williams, graduated with a grade point average of 3.879. She received the Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizenship Award. In addition to participating in the National Honor Society and the school’s student council, Williams was on the basketball, track and volleyball teams. Her athletic pursuits earned her academic all-state, all-county, all-league, all-region and first team all-state rankings. She also received an honorable mention for her performance in volleyball. Williams plans to study dentistry at Saginaw Valley State University. Abigail Culbert The daughter of Sam and Carla Culbert, Abigail graduated with a grade point average of 3.849. She participated in a variety of organizations, including the Delton Kellogg Theatre Arts Company, Students Against Destructive Decisions and student council. Culbert plans to attend Auburn University and become a pharmacist. Tyler Haywood Tyler, the son of Brian and Lori Haywood, graduated with a grade point average of 3.777. He plans to study engineering at Michigan Technological University and then transfer to Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Christopher Horrocks The son of Deb Horrocks, Christopher graduated with a grade point average of 3.76. In addition to serving as a secretary of the National Honor Society, he earned recognition for his performance in English and biology as well as the Advanced Placement classes of macroeconomics, microeconomics, statistics and United States history. Horrocks competed in baseball, basketball and football, serving as a captain for those sports. He was named “Most Valuable Player” of the baseball and football teams. In football, he was named “Unsung Hero” and earned first-team all-Battle Creek Enquirer, all-county, all-Kalamazoo area and all-KVA rankings. He plans to attend Western Michigan University and transfer from there to the University of Michigan, where he would like to receive a master’s degree in business. �Page 12 — Thursday, June 10, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Christopher B. Brownell, a single person and Christine M. Arnson, a single person, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated March 11, 2005 and recorded March 25, 2005 in Instrument Number 1143208, and Partial Release was recorded 8/11/2006 in Document Number 1168486, and an Affidavit of Scrivener's Error was submitted for recording, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Nine Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Seven and 82/100 Dollars ($59,687.82) including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 7, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence North 43 feet; thence East 452 feet; thence East 173.4 feet; thence North 62 degrees 40 minutes East 30 feet for the place of beginning; thence North 62 degrees 40 minutes East 113 feet; thence North 46 degrees 15 minutes East 116.2 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 691.1 feet more or less to the intersection of said line and a line running South 67 degrees East, a distance of 735.7 feet more or less from the aforesaid place of beginning, said last mentioned line being the Northeasterly line of Myers Street; thence Northwesterly along said line to the place of beginning. EXCEPT: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 7, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Township of Barry, County of Barry, State of Michigan; thence North 43 feet; thence East 452 feet; thence East 173.4 feet to the Southwesterly prolongation of the Southeasterly line of Kline Street; thence North 62 degrees 40 minutes East 30 feet along said Southeasterly line to the Northerly line of South Shore Drive; thence South 67 degrees East 100.0 feet along the Northerly line of South Shore Drive for the true place of beginning; thence North 47 degrees 41 minutes 30 seconds East 111.07 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 45.0 feet; thence North 40 degrees 30 minutes East 80.0 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 591.1 feet more or less to the Northerly line of South Shore Drive, formerly known as Myers Street; thence North 67 degrees West 635.7 feet more or less along said Northerly line, to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 10, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.6427 ASAP# 3600997 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 77546778 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010 Synopsis PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Regular Meeting May 10, 2010 Supervisor J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Treasurer D. Newhouse, Trustee J. Grundy, and Trustee R. Goebel. Also present were 15 guests. Pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence for our troops. Agenda was approved as amended. Minutes were presented to the Board and approved as amended. Correspondence reported. Barry County Commissioners Report given. Public comments were received. Fire Departments reports received and placed on file. Approved a match of 1/3rd of 5%, not to exceed $2,000.00, with funds to be used as a local match for a federal grant that will allow the purchase of air packs for the Barry, Prairieville and Hope Township Fire Departments. Approved hiring Nicholas Hammond for the position of Firefighter at the Pine Lake Fire Department, contingent upon the physical requirements being met. Police Department report received and placed on file. Approved the Joint Purchase Agreement between Prairieville Township and Delton-Kellogg Schools, for the purchase of fuel and diesel by the police and fire departments, for a one year period expiring April 22, 2011; including a $.10/gallon administrative fee. Supervisor Report was given. Treasurer Report was received. Clerk’s report was received. Approved payment of bills. Resolved to adopt the fee schedule for a Freedom of Information Request under P.A. 442 of 1976 as amended. Approved the Prairieville Township Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Policy as written. Resolved that on May 12, 2010, the Prairieville Township Board designates Supervisor Jim Stoneburner to serve as the Township FOIA Coordinator. Motion to appoint Myron Kokx, Jr., to the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term that expires on December 13, 2012. Motion approved appoint Jack Kennedy as an alternate to the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term that expires on December 13, 2012. Reviewed Ordinance for Wood Burning Stoves. Moved to notify CNS Lawn Care that their contract will be terminated effective May 13, 2010, due to lack of service; notification will be done via telephone and mail. Motion to accept contract with Wayne Bourdo to do the lawn care at the township hall until March 31, 2011 for the total amount of $1,100.00. Motion approved the nomination of Al and Phyllis Ketchum for Grand Marshall of the Prairieville Township Memorial Day Parade and approve the nomination for special person recognition of Phil and Jackie Dunlop for the Prairieville Township Memorial Day Parade. Clerk Owens updated the Township Board on progress on Pension Plan for employees. Motion approved the bid from Welcome Back Home LLC in the amount of $2,900.00 for painting and replacing ceiling tiles and drywall repair. Public comments were received. Board comments received. Meeting adjourned at 8:43 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by: Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor 77546590 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Alexander A Napier and Renita Napier, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 12, 2006, and recorded on October 19, 2006 in instrument 1171621, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, As Trustee For HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2007-HE1 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Three Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-One And 73/100 Dollars ($203,271.73), including interest at 10.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 15 acres of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4, North of Highway M-66, section 14, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan, except commencing at a point on the North line of the South 15 acres that is 300 feet West of the East line of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4; thence South to the Northerly right-of-way of Highway M-66; thence Northeasterly along said Northerly right-of-way to the North line of the South 15 acres; thence West to the point of beginning Being the same property conveyed to Alexander Napier and Renita Napier, husband and wife by deed dated 1/22/2003 and recorded 2/4/2003 in Document number 1096970 in the office of the recorder of Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546723 File #275867F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Keith M. Hoot and Tonya F. Hoot, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 27, 2004, and recorded on October 6, 2004 in instrument 1135059, and rerecorded on March 2, 2005 in instrument 1142128, and modified by Affidavit or Order recorded on March 2, 2005 in instrument 1142128, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EMC Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Four And 58/100 Dollars ($225,864.58), including interest at 7.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 17, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 60 Acres of the North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, Except a Parcel described as: Beginning at the Northwest Corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 16; Thence East on 1/4 Line 16 Rods; thence South Parallel with the East Line of said Section 20 Rods, thence West at right angles parallel with the South Section Line 16 Rods to the North and South 1/4 Line; thence North on 1/4 Line to Beginning. Also, excepting there from a parcel of land described as: Commencing at the center 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 7 West; thence North 89 degrees 19 minutes 26 seconds East along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 264.00 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing North 89 degrees 19 minutes 25 seconds East along said East and West 1/4 line 660.00 feet; thence South 01 degrees 48 minutes 17 seconds East, parallel with the North and South 1/4 line of said Section, 334.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 19 minutes 26 seconds West parallel with said East and West 1/4 line, 660.00 feet; thence North 01 degrees 48 minutes 17 seconds West parallel with said North and South 1/4 line 334.00 feet to said East and West 1/4 line and the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 20, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545992 File #126531F02 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181674, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of May 12, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety Seven and 19/100 Dollars ($127,797.19) together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage, and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, June 17, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgage before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #15, Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-012-00 UNIT(S) 15, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUM,S A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46, TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgage can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: May 12, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 77545933 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181665, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of May 12, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Eight Thousand Five Hundred Eighty Seven and 19/100 Dollars ($128,587.19), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage, and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, June 17, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #12, Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-012-00 UNIT(S) 12, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46, TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: May 12, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 77545923 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181671, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of May 12, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety Seven and 19/100 Dollars ($127,797.19), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage, and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, June 17, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #16, Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-012-00 UNIT(S) 16, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46, TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: May 12, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 77545918 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181668, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of May 12, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Seven Thousand Ninety Six and 64/100 Dollars ($127,796.64) together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage, and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, June 17, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the forenoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #14, Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-014-00 UNIT(S) 14, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46, TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: May 12, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77545928 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 NOTICE OF RIGHT TO NEGOTIATE MORTGAGE LOAN MODIFICATION This Notice is given to Nathanal A. Fisk, a single man, (“Borrower”), whose address is, 1129 Auburn Lane, Hastings, Michigan and concerns a real estate mortgage (“Mortgage”) granted by the Borrower to FIRSTBANK-WEST MICHIGAN, a Michigan banking corporation (“Mortgage Holder”), whose address is 302 W. Main St., Ionia, Michigan 48846. The Mortgage covers property commonly known as 1129 Auburn Lane, Hastings, Michigan, which is legally described as follows: LOT 22, SMITH’S LAKEVIEW CENTER, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF IN LIBER 6 OF PLATS, PAGE 50, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS. Certain defaults have occurred under the Mortgage and the Mortgage Holder has or concurrently is mailing a Notice to Borrower (the “Notice by Mail”) pursuant to MCL 600.3205a(3) notifying Borrower of rights Borrower may have to request a meeting with the Mortgage Holder to negotiate certain types of modifications to the mortgage loan documents. Mortgage Holder gives further notice hereby in accordance with MCL 600.3205a(4). THE BORROWER IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT: (a) Borrower has the right to request a meeting with Mortgage Holder. (b)Mortgage Holder has designated CHERI HALL as the person (“Contact Person”) that the Borrower may contact about the Mortgage and the matters that are described in this Notice. The Contact Person has authority to make the agreements described in this Notice on behalf of Mortgage Holder. The Contact Person’s contact information is as follows: Website: www.firstbankmi.com Telephone: (989) 773-8339 (c) Borrower may contact a housing counselor (“Housing Counselor”) by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. The website address and telephone number of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority is: Website: www.michigan.gov/mshda Telephone: 1-517-373-6840 (d) If the Borrower wishes to participate in an attempt to work out a modification of the mortgage loan, the Borrower must contact a Housing Counselor within 14 days. (e) If the Borrower requests a meeting (using a Housing Counselor) with the Contact Person within the time period provided in the Notice by Mail, Mortgage Holder will not start foreclosure proceedings until 90 days after the date of the Notice by Mail was sent to the Borrower. (f) If the Borrower and the Contact Person reach a written agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed so long as the Borrower abides by the terms of modification agreement. (g) The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is: 1-800-9680738. Dated: June 2, 2010 FIRSTBANK-WEST MICHIGAN By: Kelley Scott 77546596 Its: Collections Clerk NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by PANDL DEVELOPMENT, L.L.C., by Denise Pandl and Alfred Pandl, It’s Owners, whose address is 1682 North M-43 Highway, Hastings, MI 49058, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, on June 16, 2008 and recorded at Document #200806160006253 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses, the sum of $208,419.70 with interest at the rate of 6.850%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgage, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse, County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on the 1st day of July, at 1:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 6.850%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorneys fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, to wit: COMMENCING AT THE CENTER POST OF SECTION 20, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, HASTINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN AND RUNNING THENCE NORTH 89º30’ WEST 777 FEET MORE OR LESS, ALONG THE EAST-WEST 1/4 LINE OF SAID SECTION TO THE EAST LINE OF HIGHWAY M-37; THENCE SOUTH 00º11’ EAST 60 FEET ALONG SAID EAST LINE TO THE TRUE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 89º30’ EAST 175 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00º11’ EAST 300 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89º30’ WEST 175 FEET TO THE EAST LINE OF HIGHWAY M-37; THENCE NORTH 00º11’ WEST 300 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT 60 FEET IN WIDTH FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS, THE SOUTH LINE OF WHICH IS COINCIDENT WITH THE NORTH LINE OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PARCEL. RESERVING AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS OVER THE NORTH 6 FEET OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PARCEL. Commonly known as: 300 Meadow Run Drive, Hastings, Mi 49058. The period of redemption will be six (6) months from the date of sale. Dated: May 21, 2010 Union Bank of Lake Odessa DRAFTED BY: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 By: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) Attorney for Union Bank 77546239 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 10, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Green Rock Investments, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company, of 3608 Sunrise Lane, NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49534, and Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated June 13, 2006, and recorded on July 21, 2006 in Document No. 1167508 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of One Hundred Twenty Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Thirty Six Cents ($123,715.36), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 10.250%, and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on June 24, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. the undersigned will sell at the East door of the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding of the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in the mortgage located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County and which are described as follows: Unit 3 of Whispering Pines, a condominium according to the master deed recorded in Instrument No. 1161320, Barry County records, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46, as amended, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements, as set forth in the above master deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. P.P. #08-16-370-003-00 which is commonly known as Unit 3, Whispering Pines Condominiums, Wayland, Michigan 49348. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. DATED: May 13, 2010 Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa Avenue, NW Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77545982 (616) 458-1315 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by GEOFFREY MOFFAT, a single man, ("Mortgagor"), to SBC MORTGAGE, LLC, now a dissolved Michigan limited liability company, dated July 25, 2002, which was duly recorded in the office of the Barry County, Michigan, Register of Deeds on July 30, 2002, as Instrument No. 1084624 (the "Mortgage"). SBC Mortgage, LLC subsequently assigned the Mortgage to Chemical Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, of 2185 Three Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), as confirmed by an assignment of mortgage dated May 6, 2010, and recorded May 14, 2010, as instrument number 201005140004829. By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Twenty Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty Six and 24/100 Dollars ($27,986.24). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 24th day of June, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 16, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at the North 1/4 corner of Section 16; thence South 89°56'48" East 250.00 feet along the North line of said Northeast 1/4; thence South 05°20'00" East 178 feet more or less to the Centerline of Duncan Creek; thence meandering Westerly along said Centerline of Duncan Creek to the North-South 1/4 line of Section 16; thence North 00°33'10" East 212 feet more or less along said North-South 1/4 line to the place of beginning. Together with all the improvements erected on the real estate, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures a part of the property, and all replacements and additions. Commonly known as: Vacant Land on Garbow Road, Middleville, Michigan 49333 P.P. #08-14-016-004-50 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor's heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned. Dated: May 27, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77546433 1788443-1 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Green Rock Investments, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company, of 3608 Sunrise Lane, NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49534, and Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated June 13, 2006, and recorded on July 21, 2006 in Document No. 1167508 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of One Hundred Twenty Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Thirty Six Cents ($123,715.36), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 10.250%, and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on June 24, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. the undersigned will sell at the East door of the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding of the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in the mortgage located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County and which are described as follows: Unit 2 of Whispering Pines, a condominium according to the master deed recorded in Instrument No. 1161320, Barry County records, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46, as amended, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements, as set forth in the above master deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. P.P. #08-16-370-002-00 which is commonly known as Unit 2, Whispering Pines Condominiums, Wayland, Michigan 49348. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. DATED: May 13, 2010 Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa Avenue, NW Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77545977 (616) 458-1315 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael Pino, a married man and Kelly Jo Pino, his wife, to Old Kent Mortgage Company now by various resolutions duly known as Fifth Third Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated June 12, 1998 and recorded June 16, 1998 in Instrument Number 1013638, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-Eight and 50/100 Dollars ($122,368.50) including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 17, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The land referred to in this Commitment, situated in the County of Barry, Township of Thornapple, State of Michigan, is described as follows: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at the East 1/4 of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East, 462.92 feet along the East line of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 24 seconds West 657.93 feet parallel with the EastWest 1/4 line of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 00 seconds West 462.92 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 45 minutes 24 seconds East 658.46 feet along said East-West 1/4 line to the point of beginning. Also, subject to and together with an easement for ingress and egress described as follows: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as the East 20.00 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 1 and the Southwest 1/4 of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, the centerline of which is described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of said Section 1; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East, 1317.30 feet along the East line of said Section to the South line of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 1 and the point of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds West, 324.74 feet; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 30 seconds West, 657.31 feet parallel with the East-West 1/4 line of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 00 seconds West 530.20 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section to reference point "A"; thence South 89 degrees 45 minutes 24 seconds West 528.96 feet to the point of ending. Also that part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at the above described reference point "A"; thence North 00 degrees 34 minutes 00 seconds West, 200.00 feet to the point of ending of said centerline and also the West 33.00 feet of the West 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, except the South 396.00 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 20, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.6329 ASAP# 3572638 05/20/2010, 05/27/2010, 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010 77546008 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy L Hook, and Leona E Hook, Husband and Wife as tenants by entirety, original mortgagor(s), to Bank One, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 1, 2004, and recorded on September 20, 2004 in instrument 1134112, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Three Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Six And 65/100 Dollars ($73,936.65), including interest at 6.65% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 24, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 250 feet West of the Southeast corner of the West 55 acres of the North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 6, thence North 222 feet, thence West 244.5 feet, thence South 222 feet, thence East 244.5 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 27, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #321107F01 77546142 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by GEOFFREY MOFFAT, a single man, ("Mortgagor"), to SBC MORTGAGE, LLC, now a dissolved Michigan limited liability company, dated July 25, 2002, which was duly recorded in the office of the Barry County, Michigan, Register of Deeds on July 30, 2002, as Instrument No. 1084625 (the "Mortgage"). SBC Mortgage, LLC subsequently assigned the Mortgage to Chemical Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, of 2185 Three Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), as confirmed by an assignment of mortgage dated May 6, 2010, and recorded May 14, 2010, as instrument number 201005140004828. By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Twenty Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty Six and 24/100 Dollars ($27,986.24). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 24th day of June, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 16, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 corner of Section 16; thence South 89°56'48" East 250.00 feet along the North line of said Northeast 1/4 to the place of beginning of this description; thence South 89°56'48" East 460.34 feet along said North line; thence South 00°03'12" West 33.00 feet; thence South 12°34'00" West 395 feet more or less to the centerline of Duncan Creek; thence meandering Westerly along said centerline of Duncan Creek to its intersection with a line which bears South 05°20'00" East from the place of beginning; thence North 05°20'00" West 178 feet more or less to the place of beginning. Together with all the improvements erected on the real estate, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures a part of the property, and all replacements and additions. Commonly known as: Vacant Land on Garbow Road, Middleville, Michigan 49333 P.P. #08-14-016-004-20 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor's heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned. Dated: May 27, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77546438 1788454-1 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. N/A Estate of Jacqueline M. Adkins. Date of birth: 09/01/1930. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Jacqueline M. Adkins, who lived at 2382 Ottawa Trail, Hastings, Michigan, died 04/17/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate/trust will be forever barred unless presented to Robert Adkins, 2382 Ottawa Trail, Hastings, MI 49058, named trustee, within 4 months after the date of publications of this notice. Date: June 2, 2010 Robert R Adkins, Trustee Robert R. Adkins and Jacqueline M. Adkins Trust 2382 Ottawa Trail Hastings, MI 49058 77546714 269-945-2780 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Richard J Decker and Tammy J Decker a/k/a Tammy Decker, husband and wife to Fifth Third Bank (Western Michigan), Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007 and recorded June 29, 2007 in Instrument #1182391 Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-One Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Four Dollars and Eighty-Six Cents ($61,334.86) including interest 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on July 8, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdvision , being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West, 101.35 feet; thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West, 17.90 feet to the South line of Parkway Drive, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet to the place of beginning of this description, thence continuing North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 55 feet, thence South 33 degrees 24 minutes 13 seconds West 73.99 feet, thence South 56 degrees 43 minutes 58 seconds East on a Traverse Line along Gun Lake 55 feet, thence North 33 degrees 05 minutes 31 seconds East 67.68 feet to the place of beginning. Also that land which lies between said Traverse Line and Gun Lake. Also and undivided one twelfth interest on Kimberly Park, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet, thence North 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds East 103.63 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds West 35.45 feet to the place of beginning of this description, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.30 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet, thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet to the place of beginning. Also and undivided one fifteenth interest in Parkway Drive, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet to the place of beginning of this description, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West 118 feet, thence North 67 degrees 29 minutes 10 seconds West 37 feet, thence North 26 degrees 23 minutes 25 seconds East 36.32 feet, thence North 22 degrees 14 minutes 40 seconds East 22.0 feet, thence North 34 degrees 04 minutes 33 seconds East 40.00 feet, thence North 46 degrees 17 minutes 42 seconds East 41.0 feet, thence South 82 degrees 33 minutes 10 seconds East 116.0 feet, thence North 85 degrees 34 minutes 35 seconds East 70.00 feet, thence South 81 degrees 17 minutes 15 seconds East 288.7 feet to the West line of England Drive, thence South 28 degrees 29 minutes West on the West line to England Drive 36.00 feet, thence North 50 degrees 55 minutes 00 seconds West 29.88 feet, thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 38 seconds West 220.23 feet, thence North 88 degrees 03 minutes 13 seconds West 28.77 feet, thence South 65 degrees 20 minutes 13 seconds West 71.65 feet, thence South 21 degrees 23 minutes 40 seconds West 81.9 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12.20 seconds West 35.45 feet, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.30 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet; thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, thence South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet, thence North 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds East 35.45 feet, thence South 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds West 103.63 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 12015 Parkway Dr., Shelbyville MI 49344 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 6/10/2010 Fifth Third Bank (Western Michigan) Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77546803 Our File No: 10-22332 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Green Rock Investments, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company, of 3608 Sunrise Lane, NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49534, and Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated June 13, 2006, and recorded on July 21, 2006 in Document No. 1167508 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of One Hundred Twenty Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Thirty Six Cents ($123,715.36), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 10.250%, and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on June 24, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. the undersigned will sell at the East door of the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding of the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in the mortgage located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County and which are described as follows: Unit 13 of Whispering Pines, a condominium according to the master deed recorded in Instrument No. 1161320, Barry County records, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 46, as amended, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements, as set forth in the above master deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. P.P. #08-16-370-013-00 which is commonly known as Unit 13, Whispering Pines Condominiums, Wayland, Michigan 49348. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. DATED: May 13, 2010 Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa Avenue, NW Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (616) 458-1315 77545987 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jason L. Kious and Carrie A. Kious, husband and wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for America’s Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated January 6, 2005, and recorded on January 20, 2005, as Document Number: 1140397, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWALT 2005-07CB by an Assignment of Mortgage dated March 31, 2009 and recorded April 03, 2009 by Document Number: 20090403-00037253, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Three Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Three and 23/100 ($153,933.23) including interest at the rate of 6.50000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on June 24, 2010 Said premises are situated in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the East 1/2, Southwest 1/4, section 25, town 4 North, range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of said section; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes East 1325.13 feet along the East-West 1/4 line of said section; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds West 542.67 feet along the West line of said East 1/2, Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 16 minutes 30 seconds East 286.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds West 332.02 feet; thence North 89 degrees 16 minutes 30 seconds West 253.01 feet; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 57 seconds West 385.57 feet; thence North 56 degrees 27 minutes 26 seconds West 39.57 feet along the Centerline of Irving Road; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds East 692.52 feet along the West line of said East 1/2 of Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement as described in the "easement description". Easement Description: and Easement for Ingress, Egress, and utility purposes over a 66 foot wide strip of land, the centerline of which is described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of section 25, town 4 North, range 10 West; Thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes East 1325.13 feet along the East-West 1/4 line of said section; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds West 1235.19 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said section; thence South 56 degrees 27 minutes 26 seconds East 39.57 feet along the centerline of Irving Road to the place of beginning of the centerline of said 66 foot wide Easement; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds East 385.57 feet along the East line of the West 33 feet of said East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 to the reference point "B"; thence South 89 degrees 16 minutes 30 seconds East 253.01 feet to the place of ending of said easement. Also over a 66 foot wide strip of land, the centerline of which is described as beginning at the above described reference point "B"; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds East 611.42 feet; thence South 89 degrees 16 minutes 30 seconds East 17.00 feet to reference point "C" and the place of ending of said easement. Also over a 50 foot radius circle, the radius point of which is the above described reference point "C". Commonly known as: 3347 Eagleview Ct The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: May 27, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for the Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a the Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWALT 2005-07CB 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 Case No. 172.01688-2 77546090 �Page 14 — Thursday, June 10, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian R. Harris, a single man, to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated February 27, 2007 and recorded March 21, 2007 in Instrument Number 1177716, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty and 34/100 Dollars ($131,960.34) including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 24, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of Section 26, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, thence South 80 rods; thence West 80 rods for place of beginning; thence North 270 feet; thence West 358 feet; thence South 270 feet; thence East 358 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 27, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.6352 ASAP# 3581997 05/27/2010, 77546246 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Eric Braunschneider, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6289 Woods Trl, Delton, MI 49046-7818. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 4, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 4, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77546569 File # 327774F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven C. Dudley, and Robin L. Dudley, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 4, 2003 and recorded August 11, 2003 in Instrument Number 1110559, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-Four and 39/100 Dollars ($103,654.39) including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel of land in the Northeast onequarter of Section 18, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, described as commencing at the East one-quarter post of said Section 18, thence North 88 degrees 15 minutes 56 seconds West, 1318.10 feet along the East and West one-quarter line to the East line of the Southwest one-quarter 01 the Northeast onequarter 01 said section and the place of beginning, thence continuing North 88 degrees 15 minutes 56 seconds West 609.83 feet along said one-quarter line to a point 708.27 feet East of the center of said section, thence North 1 degree 44 minutes 04 seconds East, 250 feet at right angles to said one-quarter line, thence North 0 degrees 48 minutes 02 seconds West, 1071.99 feet, thence South 88 degrees 16 minutes 12 seconds East, 598.75 feet along the North line of the Southwest one-quarter of the Northeast one-quarter, thence South 0 degrees 48 minutes 02 seconds East, 1322.30 feet along said East line to the place of beginning, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 10, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248502-1400 File No. 617.3966 ASAP# 3595398 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Connie Williams and Bryan Williams, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 3448 Barber Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-9422. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 4, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 4, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77546602 File # 326025F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Oraina Kopulos, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 416 Durkee St, Nashville, MI 49073-8608. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 7, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 7, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 311769F02 77546757 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Mike Hughes, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 8500 Bivens Rd, Nashville, MI 49073-9711. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 8, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 8, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 328143F01 77546783 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian K. Sorensen, a married man and Jennie M. Sorensen, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 30, 2007 and recorded May 18, 2010 in Instrument Number 201005180004947, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. An Affidavit of Scriveners Error has been submitted for recording, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Six Hundred Thirteen and 9/100 Dollars ($94,613.09) including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 4 and the West 1/2 of Lot 5, Block 2, Samuel Roush's Addition to the Village of Freeport, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 23. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 10, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.4629 ASAP# 3600998 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010 77546773 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Phillip E Geesey, A Married Person and Rachel Geesey His Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Greenridge Mortgage Services, LLC, Mortgagee, dated March 31, 2008, and recorded on April 11, 2008 in instrument 20080411-0003953, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Six Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-Five And 86/100 Dollars ($146,785.86), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 24, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Located in the North 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 14, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of said Section 14 a distance of 623.90 feet West of the Northeast corner of said Section 14; Thence South at right angles to said North section line a distance of 350.00 feet; Thence West 225.00 feet; Thence North 350.00 feet to said North section line; Thence East along said North section line 225.00 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 27, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546121 File #252111F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard and Diana Steger, husband and wife as joint tenants, to Long Beach Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2000 and recorded May 2, 2000 in Instrument Number 1043802, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Aurora Loan Services, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Eight and 99/100 Dollars ($113,238.99) including interest at 9.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 1, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: As a place of beginning, a point 360.0 feet East of the Southwest corner of Section 8, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, a point on the South line of the said Section; thence Northerly 539.36 feet parallel with the West line of the said Section; thence Westerly 165.0 feet parallel with the South line of the said Section; thence Southerly 449.36 feet parallel with the West line of said Section, to a point 90.0 feet from the South line of said Section; thence Southwesterly about 79.0 feet to a point 140.0 feet from the West line and 33.0 feet from the South line of the said Section; thence Southerly 33.0 feet parallel with the West lien of the said Section, to the South line of the said Section; thence Easterly to the place of beginning. Subject to easement over the South 33.0 feet for public highway purposes. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 3, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 191.4189 ASAP# 3589855 06/03/2010, 77546502 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 06/24/2010 OneTimePubNotice AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Jennifer A. Wright, a single woman has defaulted on a Mortgage for the real property known as: 403 Middle Street, Nashville, MI 49073 This Notice is to inform you that you have the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage serv¬icer. Coni Burns has been designated by them as the person to con¬tact who has authority to determine your eligibility for a mortgage modification. Jennifer A. Wright may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michi¬gan State Housing Development Author¬ity's (MSHDA) website at www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at (866) 946-7432. That if Jennifer A. Wright requests a meeting with the person designated above, within 14 days, foreclosure proceedings will not commence until 90 days after the date a notice was mailed to them. That if Jennifer A. Wright and the designated person reach an agreement to modify the mort¬gage loan, the mortgage will not be fore¬closed if Jennifer A. Wright abides by the terms of the agreement. Jennifer A. Wright has the right to contact an attor¬ney. You may contact the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer referral service (800) 968-0738. Dated: June 10, 2010 By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77546795 WWR# 10040549 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Janet C. Knight, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated August 8, 2003, and recorded on August 22, 2003 in instrument 1111677, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Nine And 72/100 Dollars ($77,749.72), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 34, Sundago Park, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 71, Barry County, Hastings Township, The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546729 File #324064F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Patricia Hoekstra, a married woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2006 and recorded May 3, 2006 in Instrument Number 1164008, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-HE2, Asset Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2006-HE2 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Three Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Five and 48/100 Dollars ($93,395.48) including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 24, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3 of Balm-Meer according to the Plat thereof Recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 30 in Official Records, together with that part of Lot 4 of said Plat described as: Beginning at the Northwest Corner of Lot 4; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes East 29.0 feet along the North line thereof; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes East 135.00 feet to the South Line of Lot 4; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes West 14.88 feet to the Southwest Corner of said Lot 4; thence North 6 degrees 01 minutes 20 seconds West 135.72 feet to Point of Beginning, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 27, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 209.7132 ASAP# 3582065 05/27/2010, 77546251 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Suzanne Wyant, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 5580 Duncan Lake Rd, Middleville, MI 49333-9735. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 4, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 4, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 269101F02 77546572 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CLIFFORD M. MEAD and SHARI S. MEAD, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated February 5, 2003, and recorded on February 11, 2003, in Document No. 1097420, and assigned by said mortgagee to GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty-Nine Dollars and NinetySix Cents ($80,729.96), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on July 8, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 42 OF VALLEY PARK SHORES #1, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 4 OF PLATS ON PAGE 38 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 2, 2010 GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77546785 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jacob P. Vincent, a single man and Andrea M. Thornton, a single woman, to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Mortgagee, dated June 9, 2006 and recorded June 13, 2006 in Instrument Number 1165949, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Chase Home Finance LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Five and 71/100 Dollars ($106,755.71) including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 30, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, Distant North 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds East, 88.00 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section 30; thence North 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds East, 290.02 feet along said East line thence North 89 degrees 41 minutes 23 seconds West, 51.17 feet to the Westerly right of way line of state highway M-43; thence North 86 degrees 53 minutes 13 seconds West, 213.11 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds West, 305.97 feet; thence North 89 degrees 06 minutes 43 seconds East, 264.00 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 30 to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes for state highway M-43 as recorded in Liber 271 on Page 399 and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 10, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.8166 ASAP# 3600960 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 77546768 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 10, 2010 — Page 15 LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. RIGHTS PURSUANT TO MCL §600.3205(a) This notice is published pursuant to MCL 600.3205(a) to inform Andrew M. Berg, an adult married and Betty Jo Berg of certain rights under the statute relating to property located at 5194 Lindsey Drive, Delton, MI 49046. The above borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The mortgage holder or servicer has designated Jonathan L. Engman, counsel for of Green Tree Servicing, LLC, (248)362-2600, c/o FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C., 888 W. Big Beaver, Ste. 800, Troy, MI 48084 as the person to contact regarding resolving your default. The borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan state housing development authority’s website at http://www.michigan.gov/ mshda or by calling the Michigan state housing development authority at 517-373-8370. If the borrower requests a meeting with the designated person above, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after the date notice is mailed to the borrower. If the borrower and the designated person above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The state bar of Michigan’s lawyer referral service number is 800-968-0738. Dated: 6/10/2010 ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Green Tree Servicing, LLC 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 GTMO FHLMC Berg 77546746 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert W. Fleury, aka Robert Wayne Fleury, an unmarried man, to National City Mortgage, a division of National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated May 8, 2008 and recorded May 14, 2008 in Instrument Number 20080514-0005203, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred One Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Seven and 74/100 Dollars ($101,567.74) including interest at 5.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 24, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 110 feet West of the Northeast Corner of West one-half Northwest one-quarter Section 9, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, for place of beginning. Thence West 200 feet; thence South 320 feet; thence East 145 feet; thence North 290 feet; thence East 55 feet; thence North 30 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 27, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 401.0579 ASAP# 3578309 05/27/2010, 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010 77546157 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Randy Slaght and Bethany Slaght, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 601 E Francis St, Nashville, MI 490739235. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 7, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 7, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77546759 File # 327843F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Dana A Madole and Sharon Madole, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 7475 Hammond Rd, Freeport, MI 49325-9708. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 4, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 4, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77546599 File # 327421F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jason Hancock and Betheny Hancock, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11820 Woodside Dr, Middleville, MI 49333-9782. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 4, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 4, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77546575 File # 327725F01 MORTGAGE SALE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default has occurred in a future advance mortgage made on June 10, 2005 by Michael M. Sherk and Kristy K. Sherk, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, to HCB Mortgage Company, a Michigan orporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on June 16, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, at Instrument No. 1148148. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Note, which is secured by the Mortgage, the sum of One Hundred EightySeven Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Seven and 88/100 Dollars ($187,497.88). No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, July 8, 2010, at one o’clock the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with default interest, as provided by the Note and Mortgage, legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Lot 13 of Loehr’s Landing, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on page 6, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of sale unless the property is abandoned, in which case the redemption period shall be one (1) month from the date of sale. MILLER JOHNSON, Attorneys for Mortgagee Dated: June 1, 2010 By:_____________________________________ J. Patrick Hackett 250 Monroe Avenue Suite 800 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77546529 (616) 831-1700 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Linda Hess, a single woman and Wanda Mennega, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 23, 2003, and recorded on November 10, 2003 in instrument 1117367, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Three And 65/100 Dollars ($107,243.65), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 34, Hastings Heights, as recorded in Liber 3, Page 41 of Plats, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546748 File #312669F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary A Hill, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to First Place Bank, Mortgagee, dated October 6, 2006, and recorded on October 9, 2006 in instrument 1171184, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Six And 12/100 Dollars ($79,566.12), including interest at 6.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 24, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 171 feet of the South 513 feet of the West 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Northeast fractional 1/4 of Section 5, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, excepting the East 40 feet therefrom. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 27, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546148 File #320806F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN 56B JUDICIAL DISTRICT JUDGMENT OF POSSESSION AFTER LAND CONTRACT FORFEITURE CASE NO. 10-0542 SP COURT ADDRESS 206 West Court Street, Suite 202, Hastings, MI 49058 COURT TELEPHONE NO. (269) 945-1404 Plaintiff THE RAYMOND VILLAIRE TRUST NEAL J. BARNETT P42777 2041 E. SQUARE LAKE RD., SUITE 100 TROY, MI 48085 (248) 644-3600 Plaintiff Attorney v Defendant LEONARD GRAFF THE COURT FINDS: default* * For a defendant on active military duty, default judgment shall not be entered except as provided by the Servicememebers Civil Relief Act. There is now due to plaintiff: Amount: $40,000.00 (Interest) $ 3,795.00 Costs $ 712.00 Total $44,507.00 TO THE DEFENDANT, IT IS ORDERED: A judgment of possession for breach of a land contract is entered in this case for the following described property: 5372 GUERNSEY LAKE ROAD, DELTON, MICHIGAN 49046. The court has determined you owe $44,507, including interest paid to 5/26/2010, you have 90 days from the date of delivery/mailing of this judgment to pay. If you do not pay the judgment by the time stated or if the breach is not cured by the date stated, an order of eviction may be issued. YOU ARE ADVISED that you may file a motion for a new trial, a motion to set aside a default judgment, or an appeal and appeal bond within 10 days of judgment. This must comply with all court rules and must be filed in court by June 7, 2010. You may want legal help. Date: May 26, 2010 77546460 Judge Gary R. Holman P15079 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Robbie Parnell and Jeana Parnell, Husband and Wife to Option One Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated November 12, 2003 and recorded December 19, 2003 in Instrument # 1119600 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned through mesne assignments to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2004-OPT1, Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2004-OPT1 by assignment of mortgage dated May 25, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Six Hundred Thirteen Dollars and Two Cents ($102,613.02) including interest 12.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on July 1, 2010 Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 132 feet of Lot 3, Block 8 and East 132 feet of Lot 4, Block 8, all of Samuel Roush's Addition, Village of Freeport, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 23. Commonly known as 226 Cressy St, Freeport MI 49325 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 6/03/2010 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2004-OPT1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-OPT1 Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 10-24335 ASAP# 3591235 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 06/24/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tyson G Geib, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 17, 2005, and recorded on March 18, 2005 in instrument 1142934, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Flagstar Bank, FSB as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Seven Thousand Twenty-Two And 11/100 Dollars ($97,022.11), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as; Commencing 4 rods West of the Northwest corner of the intersection of Lem Paul and Main Street; thence West along the North line of Main Street 4 rods; thence North 8 rods; thence East 4 rods; thence South 8 rods to the point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546763 File #306057F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Debra K. Erway, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Heatland Home Finance, Inc., Mortgagee, dated January 22, 2003, and recorded on January 30, 2003 in instrument 1096612, and assigned by mesne assignments to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand One Hundred Seventy-Eight And 85/100 Dollars ($124,178.85), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 482.00 feet from the Southeast corner of said West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, thence West at right angles to said East line 239.58; thence North 250.00 feet; thence East 239.58 feet to said East line, thence South along said East line 250.00 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546717 File #221980F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark A Edgar and Brenda K Edger, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 18, 2008, and recorded on October 7, 2008 in instrument 20081007-0009809, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand One Hundred Three And 10/100 Dollars ($133,103.10), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 17, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1203, Original Plan of the Village (Now City) of Hastings, according to the plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 20, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545949 File #290575F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jason R. Deal and Becky Deal, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Long Beach Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated October 4, 2006, and recorded on October 18, 2006 in instrument 1171575, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank Nat'l Trust Co, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-10 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Four And 32/100 Dollars ($155,904.32), including interest at 4.879% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 17, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 10 and the East 1/2 of Lot 9 of Block 11, of Lincoln Park Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on page 55. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 20, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77545940 File #189447F03 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Stephanie Walker and Bert M Walker, Wife and Husband to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Countywide Home Loans, Inc., dba America’s Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007 and recorded June 8, 2007 in Instrument # 1181438 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, by assignment dated March 23, 2010 and recorded March 25, 2010 in Instrument # 201003250003113 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Nineteen Thousand Thirty-Nine Dollars and Thirty-Eight Cents ($219,039.38) including interest 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on July 8, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 26 of West Beach, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 67, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 3151 West Shore Dr., Battle Creek MI 49017 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 6/10/2010 BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77546797 Our File No: 10-22455 �Page 16 — Thursday, June 10, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Truck and bike collide COURT NEWS Jeffrey Michael Gurd, 36, of Plainwell pleaded guilty to one charge of failing to pay child support in 5th Circuit Court June 3. Judge James Fisher sentenced Gurd to six months in jail with 13 days credited and 60 months of probation in connection with the June 2008 charges. He also must pay $250 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $68 state minimum costs and $550 a month toward child support obligations. The balance of jail may be suspended upon successful completion of probation. Groceries and shoes lie among the tangled mess of a 44-year-old Hastings man’s bike after he was struck by a truck Tuesday afternoon. Jeffrey James Johnson, Jr., 21, of Battle Creek pleaded no contest to one charge of attempted criminal sexual conduct, third degree, with a person between 13 and 15 years of age. In 5th Circuit Court, Judge Fisher sentenced Johnson to 60 days in jail with 42 days credited and 60 months of probation. The warrant reads that while Johnson was 20 years old he had sex with a 14-yearold. He must pay $500 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights and $68 state minimum costs. One charge of criminal sexual conduct, third degree, was not pursued. Toddler injured after being hit by van A parking lot near Kmart in Hastings was partially cleared to create a landing pad for the helicopter. A 44-year-old Hastings man is in unknown condition after being struck by a truck at the corner of Park and West State streets in Hastings Tuesday afternoon. The accident occurred at 2:41 p.m. when the driver of the pickup truck, a 67-year-old Woodland man, turned north onto Park Street and collided head-on with the man riding a bicycle. Medical personnel worked on the victim for more than an hour before he was airlifted to Borgess Hospital by West Michigan Air Care. The extent of his injuries is unknown, and the accident remains under investigation. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale Garage Sale Mobile Homes AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 MULTI-FAMILY SALE, 879 Ogimas Street, Hastings. Friday, 6/11 9am-4pm; Saturday, 6/12 9am-3pm. 6 drawer dresser, full size headboard, computer desk, table BED: QUEEN PILLOWTOP saw, 4’x4’ picture windows mattress set, NEW, still in with grids (new!), Schwinn plastic, $200. Call (517)410- kids bikes, rubber stamps, 4921 Delivery available. punches, crosstitch threads and more! 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The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 A 3-year-old Sunfield Township girl is in unknown condition after being backed over by a minivan Saturday, June 5, around 3:30 p.m. The Ionia County Sheriff’s Department reported that the accident occurred when the girl’s mother was backing the 2000 Oldsmobile van to another area at the home to let another vehicle leave. Unbeknownst to the mother, the child ran out of the pole barn where she had been with her father and into the path of the van. The family immediately called 911 and began to give aid the girl. She was taken by Portland ambulance to Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. Sunfield Fire and Rescue, Portland Ambulance and Ionia County Central Dispatch assisted Ionia County Deputies. First WMMBA chapter race brings out cyclists by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The 14-mile Blarney Stone cycling course was the site of the first Misery Loves Company race series May 23. More than 35 mountain bikers participated in the event. One reason the Western Michigan Mountain Bicycle Association put this race on was to increase membership and participation in the chapter, and organizer Martin Hall said several people either signed up or renewed their memberships. The group is working on a second race scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 28. Some riders have already begun proposing routes for that race. “We’ll be working on connecting the best and ‘worst’ that Barry County has to offer in hopes of a lot more fun and games,” said Hall. Nate Versluis was the first place finisher with a time of 47 minutes, 59 seconds. Listed below are results including class, racer’s name, race time and overall place in the event. In the all single speed class Ryan Olthouse, 49:11, third place; Steve Bartzen, 51:12; fourth; Steve Kunnath, 57:11, 13th; and Mark Stahl, 58:42, 18th. Men’s under 35 class — Jeff Jacobi, 53:54, seventh; Jeremy Karel, 58:18, 16th; Todd Williams, 1:01:13, 20th; Ted Haladyna, 1:02:31, 21st; and Rob Meendering, 1:05:13, 25th. Men’s 35 to 49 class — Nate Versluis, 47:59, first; Mark Cramer, 49:28, second; Don Boersma, 53:43, sixth; Matt Remelts, 53:54, eighth; Rugg Foltz, 55:34, 10th; Jonathan Evans, 55:41, 11th; Aaron Smith, 56:45, 12th; Rick Watson, 57:52, 14th; Steve Wojton, 58:17, 15th; Patrick Bogi, 58:22, 17th; Kevin Stacey, 58:44, 19th; Nate Phelps, 1:06:24, 26th; Gregory Ryan, 1:09:30, 29th; Dave Roerig, 1:10:26, 30th; Carl Nass, 1:27:20, 33rd; and Rob Frampton, 1:38:01, 34th. Men’s 50 and over — Tim Curtis, 52:34, fifth; Brad DeJonge, 54:00, ninth; Randy VantHul, 1:02:57, 22nd; Gregory Worsnop, 1:04:04, 23rd; Scott Roerig, 1:04:29, 24th; Mark Johnson, 1:07:21, 28th. In the women under 35 group, Sue Swiger came in 1:07:06, 36th. In the women 35 and over group, Monica Tory, with a time of 1:12:52, placed 31st and Cathy Needham, 1:18:06, was 32nd. Before the Aug. 28 race Hall said he hopes to attract volunteers to help with the trails. Information is at the WMMBA website at http://westernmmba.blogspot.com. Jeffrey Scott Waldon, 44, of Plainwell pleaded guilty June 3 to operating while impaired under Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court. Waldon was discovered driving on Doster Road and was visibly impaired due to consumption of alcohol. He must pay $500 library fund fines, $60 crime victim rights, $200 court costs, $68 state minimum costs, $500 drug court costs and $260 probation fees. Charges of operating while intoxicated, third offense and operating with a suspended, revoked or denied license, second or subsequent offense, were not pursued by the prosecution. Bobbie Joann Hanson, 28, of Battle Creek pleaded guilty to furnishing contraband to prisoners in jail. The charge states Hanson did sell or furnish to a prisoner and or dispose of in a manner that allows a prisoner to access chlordiazeposide (Librium) on April 17. One charge of controlled substance, delivery/manufacture, second or subsequent offense, was not pursued by the prosecution. Hanson must serve 30 days in jail and 24 months of proba- tion. Judge Fisher also ordered her to pay $60 to crime victim rights, $68 state minimum and $240 in probation fees. The balance of the jail sentence may be suspended upon successful completion of probation. Brian Alan Miner, 40, of Delton pleaded guilty to operating while impaired, third offense, before Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court June 3. Authorities discovered Miner driving on Osborne Road, visibly impaired due to the consumption of alcohol. Charges of operating while intoxicated, third offense, felony and operating with a suspended, revoked or denied license, second or subsequent offense, were not pursued by prosecution. Miner was sentenced to three months in jail, credited with two days served and must also complete 36 months of probation. He also must pay $500 in library fund fines, $60 crime victim rights, $68 state minimum costs, $1,000 court costs and $360 probation fees in relation to the April 12 incident. The balance of the jail sentence may be suspended upon payment of $1,628. POLICE BEAT Racing past cruiser, not a good idea After racing by a Barry County Sheriff Deputy cruiser at a speed of 80 miles per hour in a 55-mph zone, Bryan Scott Cooley was discovered to be under the influence. Cooley, 38, of Hastings, registered a .12 percent at the scene and was lodged at the Barry County Jail, without incident, for operating a vehicle while intoxicated, second offense, and driving with a suspended license. He was issued a $100 personal recognizance bond, and a temporary paper plate was issued for the vehicle. Parking lot food fight gone awry? About 17 cars were vandalized in the Lakewood High School parking lot May 28. Most of the damage was temporary and included petroleum jelly, paint, toilet paper, vegetable shortening, ketchup and cooking oil. Slogans advertising the class of 2010 were on many vehicles, along with vulgar words and other offensive material. Four students admitted vandalizing the cars as paybacks and agreed to compensate the owners of the vehicles for the damages. They were also suspended from school. The Barry County Sheriff’s department closed the case and forwarded the report to the prosecutor’s office in case the owners decide to press charges. Slow driving, hard braking lead to arrest On May 29, just before 1 a.m., a Barry County Sheriff Deputy saw a person driving approximately 40 mph in a 55 zone, pull over to the side of the road and come to an abrupt stop. The driver, Nicholas McKinley-Morgan Shaneck, 35, of Battle Creek was discovered to have a blood alcohol content of .169 percent and was transported to Barry County Jail without incident. He was given a $100 bond for operating while intoxicated, third offense, and a $100 bond for driving with a restricted license, second offense. Porch hurt when vehicle collides Scott Branch, 43 of Delton, was arrested for operating while intoxicated, second offense, and driving with a suspended license, second offense, after hitting the front porch of a house June 1 at approximately 8:30 p.m. Barry County Deputies, assisted by Barry Township Police, responded to the call on Waldorf Road near Wall Lake and followed the vehicle after it failed to immediately stop and was driven 100 yards as it returned to the scene. Branch was discovered to have a blood alcohol content of .104 percent and also held five outstanding warrants from Allegan, Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo. Foot path is no place to hide from the law Hastings Police responded to a reported assault that occurred in the 100 block of East State Street June 6 at an area restaurant. Officers made contact with witnesses who said the suspect, identified as Andrew Miller, 25, from Hastings, had assaulted a patron and fled east on foot along Apple Street. Miller was seen a short time later running down a foot path near Ace Hardware. Miller was apprehended a short time later after he ran into officers who were ahead of him on the path. He was placed under arrest and lodged at the Barry County Jail on charges of disorderly conduct and may face additional charges for assault and battery. Hastings Police were assisted by deputies from the Barry County Sheriffs Department. Off-duty trooper spots doobie Hastings Police received information from Barry County Central Dispatch June 3 that an off-duty Michigan State Police Trooper had seen a motorist smoking marijuana while traveling south on Hanover Street near Clinton Street in Hastings. The trooper said the motorist had stopped at the BP south gas station and that he was on scene with the suspect. Officers made contact with the driver, Mark Knox, 53, from Hastings, who indicated to officers that he had smoked marijuana earlier but would not be specific as to when. After failing several field sobriety tests, Knox was placed under arrest for operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs. A small amount of marijuana was located inside his vehicle. Knox was transported and lodged at the Barry County Jail. Foul mouth lands lad behind bars Hastings Police responded to a reported domestic dispute in the 400 block of North Hanover Street June 6. Officers made contact with the complainant, and while speaking with her were approached by one of the parties involved, Cameron Holland, 17, from Hastings, who began yelling and swearing. Holland was told to leave the area and refrain from yelling obscenities. He walked to a nearby park where, according to officers, he continued to yell and use vulgarities. Officers at that time made contact with Holland and placed him under arrest for disorderly conduct. He resisted arrest and struggled with officers as they took him into custody. Holland also was wanted on a misdemeanor warrant out of the MSP Hastings Post. He was transported and lodged at the Barry County Jail and is facing charges of disorderly conduct, disturbing the peace and resisting and obstructing a police officer. Exposure suspect turns himself in A Nashville man, who was a “person of interest” in an indecent exposure complaint reported by Hastings Police last week, turned himself in to law enforcement officials after a warrant was authorized for his arrest for charges of aggravated indecent exposure. Travis Williams, 32, is suspected of exposing himself to two teen girls at Bob King Park in Hastings on May 27. He is facing additional charges for violating conditions of probation and for being a habitual offender. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 10, 2010 — Page 17 State ranked Wildcats stop Saxons’ tourney run Wayland did what it does, at Saturday’s Division 2 District Tournament hosted by Gull Lake. It won. Hastings was downed by one of its rivals from the O-K Gold Conference in the district championship game, falling to the Wildcats 11-0. All-Stater and Miss Softball candidate Heidi Warmelink led the Wildcats, allowing just two Saxon hits in the championship game. She also had a two-run home run to put her team up 2-0 in the first inning, and later added a three-run double in the second to put her team up 5-0. “Warmelink and Wayland were tough, as they always are, and I expect them to go a long way in the tournament,” said Hastings head coach Doug Griggs. “Our players have nothing to hang their heads about. They’ve had a fantastic season, and I’m very proud of them and what they’ve accomplished this year.” The Saxons end the season with a 23-15 record. Christa Mathis and Shelby Roush had the two Saxon hits in the loss. The Wildcats, ranked fourth in the state in Division 2, would go on to add one run in the third, two in the fifth, and three in the seventh. Hastings started the day Saturday with a 5-2 win in the district semifinals over Comstock. The Saxons broke a 2-2 tie in the bottom of the second inning, as singles by Heather Gdula and Mathis put runners on the corners and Tara Harding drove home Gdula from third with an RBI single. The Saxons shut down the Colts the rest o the way. would take the lead in the 2nd inning when Heather Gdula singled to start the inning. Mathis singled to put runners on 1st and 3rd. Harding would break the tie with an RBI base hit scoring Gdula. This would prove to be the game winning run as The Saxons’ Morgan Stowe, (from left) Brandy Gorodenski, Shelby Roush and Tara Harding earned all-conference honors in the O-K Gold this spring. Stowe, Gorodenski and Roush were First Team All-Conference selections and Harding was an Honorable Mention All-conference selection. The Saxons would tack on two insurance runs in the fourth, with Lexi Clow scoring on a passed ball from third and Stowe singling home Farrah Salazar. The Saxons’ Laken Meade pitches during her team’s game two win over Fennville Thursday afternoon. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Harding and the Saxons defense would shut Comstock down the rest of the way. Harding pitched an excellent game, allowing just four hits and two walks while striking out two. The Colts got their lone runs in the top of the first on a Saxon error and a pair of base hits. The Saxons tied the game at 2-2 in the bottom of the first on a two-run double off the bat of Brandy Gorodenski. by Brett Bremer Byron Center only needs three boys to win state!? Delton Kellogg varsity girls’ track and field coach Jim Gibson was so excited to get his team to the Michigan Interscholastic Track and Field Coaches Association (MITCA) Team State Finals this year that he told everybody at the beginning of the season to start planning to be busy on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend. Why is it so special? Teams win. They win together. Three kids are entered in each event, and there’s one four-person relay team in each relay race. The kid who comes in last still scores a point for his/her team. The MITCA Team State Finals were two weekends ago, but the reason they’re so special really showed up Saturday at the MHSAA State Finals. I’ve heard the tales about University of Michigan/NFL running back Tyrone Wheatley single-handedly winning a team state championship at the MHSAA State Finals for his school, Dearborn Heights Robichaud in 1990. He won four individual events that day. I was at the Division 2 MHSAA State Finals Saturday, in Zeeland. First off, congratulations to the Byron Center boys who won the Division 2 State Championship. It was a surprise to the Bulldogs I’m sure, especially after they took a 13th place finish at the MITCA Team State Finals the weekend before. Vicksburg won the Division 2 championship that day in Jenison. Saturday in Zeeland, the Bulldogs were first and Vicksburg fell to 15th. A complete reversal of roles. Was the Byron Center team suddenly that much better than the Vicksburg boys, after just one week? Nope. Hastings beat the Bulldogs by a couple hundred points at the MITCA Finals. The Saxons didn’t score one point at the MHSAA Finals. That’s the difference in how the meets are scored. Only the top eight score at the MHSAA State Finals. Ten points for first, eight for second, six for third, five for fourth, four for third, and so on down the list. The best of the best are the only ones being counted. As the announcer listed off the top teams at Zeeland Saturday, he came to the runnersup from Zeeland West. Four Dux, those who had just raced to an eighth place finish in the 1600-meter relay came to accept the trophy, then another of their teammates came racing up to join them. Five Dux. Then it was Byron Center’s turn. The man with the trophy held it up for a moment, then stared looking around for some black and orange Bulldogs. Two boys slowly came walking up, accepted the trophy, lifted it into the air, then started to walk off. That’s what a state championship celebration looks like? I’ve only seen a couple of teams win state championships from our area. The Maple Valley girls celebrated like crazy in Kent City when they won the MITCA Team Finals a couple of years ago. Caledonia had a huge celebration when its football team topped Haslett in the dome for a state title. Byron Center only even had a handful of competitors at the state meet, a relay team which didn’t place, a couple throwers, and one distance runner. Jeff Sattler won the 1600meter relay in 4 minutes 16.35 seconds. His teammate Derek Seivers won the discus with a throw of 177 feet 6 inches and placed third in the shot put with a mark of 53-2.5. The Bulldogs also had Ryan Stankey place fifth in the discus with a throw of 154-3. Those four performances totaled 30 points, good to beat the second-place Zeeland West total of 29 on the day. Wrestling has its team and individual tournaments. The top tennis teams bring all eight flights to the state finals, and they all compete for points. The best golf teams all bring at least five student-athletes to the state finals, where the top individuals are competing as well. The same thing with cross country. There’s got to be a better way. Maybe there already is. Maybe I’m discounting the MITCA Team State Finals myself - wanting the MHSAA to find a better way to crown a state championship team. Maybe the MHSAA should get rid of its team trophies all together in track and field, just pass out the medals to the best of the best and let MITCA have the big team celebrations with the best and the rest. Five Saxon players had two hits in the game including Mathis, Harding, Stowe, Gorodenski, and Gdula. The Saxons scored 4-3 and 11-1 victories over Fennville in their final games of the regular season at home Thursday. Hastings scored six times in the fourth inning of game two, a rally that was capped off by a grand slam home run off the bat of Gorodenski - her third home run of the season. The rally started with consecutive walks to Gdula, Brooke Blair, and Mathis. Stowe singled in the first run, then Roush earned an RBI with another walk. Harding shut Fennville down without a run through the first four innings, and earned the win. She was relieved by sophomore Laken Meade in the fifth inning. Roush also had a two-run triple and an RBI single in the ball game. Fennville broke a 1-1 tie with two runs in the top of the sixth inning of game one, only to see the Saxons rally for a run in the sixth and then two more in the bottom of the seventh to secure the win. Singles by Sam Watson and Mathis put two on to start the seventh inning for the Saxons. An intentional walk to Stowe loaded the bases with one out. A wild pitch plated the first run for the Saxons, then Roush hit into a fielder’s choice which brought home the final run of the ball game. Alex Wendorf went the distance on the mound for Hastings to earn the win, allowing five hits and walking just one. Vikings hold on for district victories by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Vikings have their sights set on regionals. Lakewood’s varsity baseball team scored victories over Charlotte and Eaton Rapids Saturday in its Division 2 District Tournament, to advance to this Saturday’s regional tournament at Charlotte High School. The Vikings will take on South Christian in the first regional semifinal, at 10 a.m. The winner of that game awaits the winner of the other semifinal between DeWitt and Owosso. Lakewood head coach Keith Carpenter said his players have been getting to practice early, taking extra swings on their own, and will be ready for the regional. “There hasn’t been any early summer things, or senior-itis in this group. They’re still focused. They don’t want this thing to end,” Carpenter said. The Vikings had to fight off late comebacks in both their games last Saturday, at Lakewood High School, to earn the district championship. They had a 6-0 lead after five innings in the championship game against Eaton Rapids, then held on for a 74 win. The Greyhounds scored four times in the top of the sixth against Lakewood starter Alex Schuiling. It was still a fine complete game effort for Schuiling, who earned the win. He struck out six and allowed seven hits. Only three of the four runs off him were earned. Brian Satterly was 2-for-3 for the Vikings Lakewood sophomore Alex Schuiling pitches during Saturday’s Division 2 District Championship Game against Eaton Rapids. (Photo by Perry Hardin) at the plate in the championship. Six other Vikings had one hit, including Schuiling and Cody Guile who both had an RBI. Satterly pitched the Vikings to the win in game one, striking out 11 and giving up nine hits in five and a third. Seven of the Orioles eight runs were charged to Satterly. Spencer Schuiling closed things out on the mound for the Vikings. Lakewood led 10-2 after its half of the fifth in the district semifinal, but the Orioles would strike for three runs in the home half of the fifth and then three more in the sixth. “We played pretty well,” Carpenter said. “We did make some base running mistakes and some crucial errors, but I was happy we held on. We held on, competed, and closed out both games, which says a lot about our composure this time of year.” Zach Innes went 3-for-5 to lead the Viking attack against Charlotte. Satterly, Alex Schuiling, Ryne Musbach, and Aaron Hawkes had two hits each. Alex finished with three RBI’s, and Musbach and Hawkes had two each. Odd team wins 34th Annual Saxon Alumni Baseball Game Lakewood second baseman Ryne Musbach flips the ball towards first during Saturday’s district championship game at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Odd team rallied for six runs in the first inning, and went on to an 8-1 win over the Evens in the 34th Annual Saxon Alumni Baseball Game Memorial Day (March 31). Eighteen Hastings graduates returned to the diamond, including Odd team members Aaron Snider (2003), Tyler Jiles (2005), Kevin Davis (2005), Trent Brisboe (2009), Greg Heath Jr. (2009), Trevor Heacock (2009), Roger Byykkonen (1987), and Larry Hayes (1975). Even team members included Mike Hubbard (2002), Brandon Burke (2002), Greg Heath (1988), Andrew Courtright (1998), Matt Moore (1998), Shawn Raymond (1994), Austin Hurless (2006), Steve Hayes (1986), Eric Scheidel (2004), and Tom Moore (1986). The day’s pitchers were Davis, Brisboe, Snider, and Heath for the odd team, and Heath Jr., Burke, Moore and Courtright for the Evens. Aaron Snider Sr. and Mark Martin volunteered their umpiring services. Mike McLean, helped with the field and equipment and the operation of the press box. “Everyone here was a winner,” said former Saxon coach and game organizer Bernie Oom. Vikes’ Barker one shot short of state Lakewood sophomore Adam Barker will have a couple more varsity seasons to find out a way to shave one stroke off his game. That’s what it would have taken for Barker to qualify for the Division 3 State Finals, at Thursday’s regional tournament at Egypt Valley in Grand Rapids. Barker led Lakewood’s varsity boys’ golf team with a 76. The three individual state qualifiers from the event fired a pair of 72s and a 75. “Adam hit eight fairways and 13 greens in regulation,” said Lakewood head coach Carl Kutch. “He made 13 pars and one birdie. What an outstanding round of golf at this level of competition and this tough of a golf course.” The par-72 18 the high school boys played at Egypt Valley runs 6,500 yards. “Egypt Valley has man elevation changes and the greens are very undulating,” Kutch said. “Adam had the putter going and was striking the ball very well today.” DeWitt took the regional championship with a score of 300, followed by Haslett 305 Greenville 317, Lansing Waverly 324, Forest Hills Eastern 326, Northview 328, Forest Hills Northern 334, Sparta 337, Spring Lake 340, Lakewood 341, Charlotte 346, and Hastings 356. The top three teams and top three individuals not on those teams earned the right to play in next weekend’s state finals. Hastings got an 81 from Brian Baum, an 85 from Danny Buehler, and a pair of 95s from John Kalmink and Cody Davis. Behind Barker for the Vikings, Taylor Axdorff fired an 85, Jade Bosworth an 88, and Kyler Clark a 92. There were four players tied for the top score of the day, with DeWitt’s Alex Jones and Davis DeKorte making up half that foursome. The both shot a 72, as did individual state qualifiers Casey Tull of Northview and Peter VanSpreeken of Waverly. The other individual state qualifier was Forest Hills Eastern’s Ryan Freidl with a 75. DeWitt also got three 78s from Ryan Carey, Brendan Ward, and Tyler Polulak. Haslett had a 74 from Noah Sawyer, 76s from Trevor Rosekraus and Dominik Choma, and a 79 from Chris Beltzer. Greenville had Chris Hedger shoot a 73, Aaron Caverley a 76, Lance Barnes a 79, and Quinn Putt an 89. �Page 18 — Thursday, June 10, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Wandell and Walker just miss D3 golf state finals The Trojans’ Hayley Balsitis gets her foot on the ball in front of Gull Lake defender Melanie Czada during Thursday’s district semifinal contest. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Gull Lake shuts out Trojan soccer in district semifinals Gull Lake’s Devin Bond scored in the opening minutes of Thursday’s Division 2 District Semifinal against Thornapple Kellogg in Middleville. Nobody scored after that, as the Blue Devils tallied a 1-0 victory to advance to Saturday’s district championship game against Plainwell. Bond was assisted by teammate Carly Rice on the play. It was the first close game of the tournament, hosted by TKHS last week. Thornapple Kellogg’s girls had an opening round bye. Gull Lake started its tournament run with a 70 win over Charlotte Tuesday at Gull Lake. Plainwell’s road to the finals included an 8- The Panthers’ Tyler Vining hits his way out of a bunker in front of the 18th green Thursday at Prairiewood Golf Course. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Thornapple Kellogg’s Lyndi Garrison shields the ball away from Gull Lake’s Tayler Tankersley during Thursday’s Division 2 District Semifinal in Middleville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 0 opening round win over Hastings, and another 8-0 win over Allegan in the semifinals Wednesday. Allegan had knocked off Wayland 5-1 in the opening round Tuesday. by Brett Bremer Sports Editor A couple of sophomores out of the Kalamazoo Valley Association just missed out on earning a trip to the Division 3 State Finals Thursday. Delton Kellogg’s Mitchell Wandell and Maple Valley’s Caleb Walker were both within three strokes of the final individual state qualifier at Thursday’s Division 3 Regional Tournament at Prairiewood Golf Course in Otsego. The top three teams and top three individuals not on those teams at the regional earned the right to go to next weekend’s state finals. Walker fired a 77, which put him in a tie for tenth place individually, and Wandell a 78 which put him in 12th place. Portland’s Derek Roe was the last of the three individual state qualifiers, firing a 75. Walker and Wandell both played well, and both had one or two moments they wish they could have had back. Wandell was five over after three holes, after an eight of his own on the par-5 number nine. “I started on ten. After that, I told myself it’s another nine. Just finish out this nine, then worry about the front nine when you get back there,” Wandell said. He would go on to be only one-over-par the rest of the way, but was still a little disappointed in not qualifying for the state tournament. “I wanted it so bad,” Wandell said. “I was Maple Valley’s Caleb Walker hits his tee shot on number nine during Thursday’s Division 3 Regional Meet at Prairiewood Golf Course in Otsego. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Panthers’ Zack Simon taps a putt towards the hole on number 18 during Thursday’s Division 3 Regional Meet at Prairiewood Golf Course. (Photo by Brett Bremer) hitting the ball so good too, just that stupid eight. My iron play was good. I didn’t putt well. Well, I didn’t have any three putts, but I must have missed 12 birdie putts probably.” “I’ve still got two years left, so hopefully I can get it next year.” Walker has two years left as well. Walker managed his 77 despite taking a pair of eights, on the par-4 sixth hole and the par-5 number 14. “It’s my best round ever, so I’m pretty happy with it, but yeah there were points I really should have done better and I messed up,” said Walker. “I think I just messed up my tee shot on one, and wasn’t concentrating on another.” There were great moments too for Walker. He chipped his ball in from 70-yards out for an eagle on the par-4 number four, and followed that up with a birdie on number five. “Most of the day I just wanted to make it to states,” said Walker. “I wanted to shoot my best score. I wanted to prove myself.” Joining Roe as individual state qualifiers were Otsego’s John Westoff and Seth Rohr, who both shot 74s. Their Bulldog team missed out on a trip to the state finals by a stroke, finishing in fourth place with a 308. West Catholic, led by medallist Sam Weatherhead who shot a 71, finished the day with a score of 306. South Christian was second with a 307, and Dowagiac third with a 307 of its own. South Christian’s Blake DeVries was the day’s runner-up, shooting an even-par-72. Portland was fifth with a 316 in the team standings, followed by Calvin Christian 333, Paw Paw 339, Schoolcraft 339, Coloma 352, Delton Kellogg 355, Parchment 356, and South Haven 367. The other scorers for Delton were Zack Simon with an 85, Tyler Vining with a 95, and Conner Worm with a 97. THIS FATHER’S DAY GIVE DAD SOMETHING TO REALLY SMILE ABOUT! Delton Kellogg’s Mitchell Wandell hits out of the rough on number 18 during Thursday’s Division 3 Regional Meet in Otsego. 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The Thornapple Kellogg varsity girls’ track and field team’s 1600-meter relay team was bested for the first time in two seasons Saturday at the Division 2 State Track and Field Finals in Zeeland. The Trojan foursome of Hana Hunt, Stephanie Ryfiak, Cassie Holwerda, and Danielle Fredenburg ran a faster time than the Trojan 1600-meter relay team did in winning a state championship a season ago, but finished fifth Saturday with its time of 4 minutes 2.63 seconds behind teams from Chelsea (3:57.56), Livonia Ladywood (4:00.98), Dearborn Divine Child (4:01.44), and Bloomfield Hills Marian (4:01.49). Hastings’ Patrick Loew (right) stretches to get the baton into the hand of teammate Ben Kolanowski during the 1600-meter relay at Saturday’s Division 2 State Finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Saxons’ Brittany Morgan races along in her semifinal heat of the 100meter hurdles during Saturday’s Division 2 State Finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hunt and Holwerda were members of that state championship winning team a season ago, while Fredenburg and Ryfiak were making their first appearance in the state finals. “I was nervous about it,” Fredenburg said. “Just being here at state is a whole new experience for me. I was really nervous. The other girls were really confidence boosters for me, and said ‘we’re going to do this.” Hunt and Fredenburg both scratched out of the 400-meter dash, in an attempt to be better prepared for the 1600-meter relay, making it the senior Fredenburg’s first state meet race ever after being an alternate for the relay team a year ago. “There was so much competition here,” Fredenburg said. “To be honest, that’s not something we had experienced. There were people by us, and we were being pushed to our limits. “We realized we could have been going faster all along.” The Trojans were a second faster than last year at the state finals, and only about a second off the school record in the event. “It was a good last race. A perfect last race,” added Fredenburg. The Trojan team overall tied South Christian for 14th place, with 15 points. Dearborn Divine Child won the Division 2 girls’ state championship with 61 points, followed by Detroit Country Day in the runnerup spot with 49 points. Hastings didn’t score in either the boys’ or the girls’ competition. Thornapple Kellogg junior Allyson Winchester added two state medals to her collection, placing third in the 3200-meter run with a time of 11:07.37, and fourth in the 1600-meter at 5:07.25. She was also third in the 3200 as a sophomore last year. It’s her first state medal in the 1600. "I was happy I beat my rankings every race,” said Winchester. “So, that was like my main goal pretty much. I always like to beat my rankings.” She was hoping to be able to chase down Zeeland West’s Rachele Schulist in the 3200, but Schulist ran away from the pack finishing in 10:59.40. Cedar Springs’ Katie Weiler was second in that race in 11:05.43. “That’s always been my race,” Winchester said. “I like the longer distances. That’s my favorite event.” Winchester had qualified for the state finals in the 1600 before, but hadn’t run it at the finals. “My mile time has never been near this good,” she said. “This year I’ve been doing pretty good in the mile. I had a chance to be All-State in both so I thought I’d go for it.” The Trojan girls’ other state medallist was junior Brittany London, who was eighth in the pole vault by clearing 10 feet 9 inches. Like the 1600-meter relay team, London had a better performance in her event than in 2009, but didn’t place as high. She was fifth at 10-8 last year. It was a record-setting day at the pole vault pit. New Division 2 state records were set in both the girls’ and boys’ competitions. Remus Chippewa Hills’ Kristen Hixson cleared 12-4 to win the girls’ title, while Fowlerville’s Max Babits flew over 16-.5 to win the boys’ title. Thornapple Kellogg’s boys finished in a tie for 54th place with 3 points, thanks to senior Matt Williamson’s sixth-place time of 1:57.68 in the 800-meter run. The first two finishers in the event, Otsego’s Trevor Brinn and Auburn Hills Avondale’s Zach Miklja, finished within a tenth of a second of each other in 1:55.00 and 1:55.10. The next five medallists then crashed across the finish line behind them within just over a half second of each other. “It was fun, really fun,” said Williamson. “The most fun I’ve ever had.” “At the end, when you think you don’t have anything left, then you look up and see that finish line, your eyes light up and it’s ‘let’s go’.” Williamson didn’t even start running the 800 on a regular basis until midway through last season. He’d run mostly the longer distances before then, and when he started mak- The Saxons’ Jessica Lee hits the finish line at the conclusion of the 400-meter relay Saturday at the Division 2 State Finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) ing the transition he got good advice from the guys ahead of him in the event, like former TK runners Joel Smith and Ethan Fuller. Williamson said that when he won the 800meter at the O-K Gold Conference Championship in May “I was the kid that won the 800. I didn’t even have a name. I got to the state meet where anything can happen, and it just turned out good.” It turned out so good that with his time at the state finals he broke the school record of another TK graduate, Bob Vandenberg -- a record which had stood since 1982. A couple other Division 2 state records fell Saturday, with Detroit County Day freshman Kendall Baisden winning the girls’ 400 in 54.91 and the Flint Southwestern boys’ 800meter relay team winning its race in 1:28.17. Flint Southwestern finished third in the boys’ standings as a team with 26 points, behind Byron Center (30) and Zeeland West (29). The Byron Center Bulldogs were led by thrower Derek Seivers, who won the discus at 177-6 and was third in the shot put at 53-2.5, and Jeff Sattler who won the 1600-meter run in 4:16.35. The only other points for the Bulldogs came from Ryan Stankey who was fifth in the discus. Byron Center and DeWitt were the only boys’ teams to win two events. The Panthers’ Ross Parsons took the 100-meter dash in 10.80 seconds and the 200 in 21.82. “I don’t care if I just got my (butt) kicked,” said Hastings’ senior Patrick Loew as he watched the final heat of 400-meter dash competitors whizz around the track. Hastings’ Troy Dailey runs with the crowd during his heat of the 1600-meter race Saturday at the Division 2 State Finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) “Watching these guys is a ton of fun.” Zeeland West’s David Pung took his team’s lone title in that race, hitting the finish line in 49.12. Saxon senior Troy Dailey was in the first heat in the 1600-meter run, and later watched the top 400 runners with Loew. “We went out insanely hard (in the 1600),” Dailey said. “I just kind of died.” “There’s no shortage of fast people here today, at any distance,” Loew added. The only win for the girls’ state championship team from Dearborn Divine Child came in the 200-meter dash, where Paige Patterson finished in 25.24. Country Day’s Baisden was a two-time winner, also taking the 100-meter dash in 12.13. Livonia Ladywood’s Megan Yanik won both hurdle races, taking the 100-meter race in 14.75 and the 300-meter low hurdles in 43.85. There was a two-time winner in the middle distance races as well, with CroswellLexington’s Leah O’Connor winning the 800 in 2:15.08 and the 1600 in 5:01.99. Follow the Stars H H H H H Thornapple Kellogg junior Brittany London pulls herself up and over the bar at 10 feet 9 inches in the pole vault Saturday at the Division 2 State Finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) to one of the strongest banks in the nation. Hastings City Bank has been awarded BauerFinancial’s* highest 5 Star Superior rating for financial strength and stability as of December 31, 2009. We are the only bank in our service area to have this coveted rating. *BauerFinancial has been providing the public with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions regarding their banking relationships for over a quarter of a century. For the rating of any U.S. bank or federally insured credit union, simply visit www.bauerfinancial.com 77546741 The Saxons’ Dewey Slaughter can’t quite get over the bar at 6 feet 4 inches in the high jump competition Saturday in Zeeland. (Photo by Brett Bremer) �Page 20 — Thursday, June 10, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Devils down Saxons in district final Gull Lake blasted back to back home runs off of Hastings pitcher Riley McLean in the top of the third inning of their Division 2 District Championship game at Gull Lake Saturday. Those would prove to be the only runs the Blue Devils would have to have in a 3-1 win over the Saxons. “It was a classic pitchers’ duel,” said Saxon head coach Marsh Evans. “They got the two home runs in the third and set us on our heels, and we never came up with the big inning. We were close.” Evans said that McLean nearly tied the game up with one swing of the bat, but had his ball come down two feet short of a home run. The Saxons also had a scoring chance in the first thwarted by a close play at first, and had a runner stranded at third in the bottom of the fifth after they had scored their lone run of the ball game. The Blue Devils took a 3-0 lead in the top of the fourth thanks to a single, a stolen base and a throwing error. Mitchell Brisboe led off the bottom of the fifth with a single for the Saxons, then Michael Eastman came in to pinch run and promptly stole second base. Eric Pettengill drove him home from there with an RBI single. Pettengill had three stole bases in the game. Brisboe was the only Saxon with two hits. McLean also had one, his 49th of the season which left him three short of Nick Williams’ school record of 52 established in 1991. McLean did tie Williams’ record of 42 RBI’s though. McLean (9-2) took the defeat on the Riverbend foursome shoots 54 to win chamber outing The Riverbend team of Jeff Storrs (from left), Ty Greenfield, Nate Tagg, and Steve Storrs fired a 54 Friday at Hastings Country Club to win the annual Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing. The outing is one of the largest fundraisers of the year for the chamber. mound, while Gull Lake pitcher Jacob Heerlyn (9-1) picked up the win. McLean would allow eight hits in the game while striking out five. Both pitchers threw outstanding games, and were voted All-District for their efforts throughout the season. “The loss will not take anything away from this great season,” Evans said. “It is very difficult though to see this group of seniors play their last game with us. They have meant so much to our program over the past few years. They exemplify what this program is about, and can be proud of what they have achieved.” The Saxons finish the 2010 season with a record of 23-15. Hastings picked up that 23rd victory in the district semifinals Saturday, topping Comstock 8-3. In another fine Saxon pitching performance, Pettengill (6-3) closed out his season with a win. He scattered six Colt hits in the game and struck out ten. The Saxons broke open a 4-3 game with a pair of runs in the bottom of the fourth, which came across with the help of a couple Colt errors. Hastings then added another pair of runs in the bottom of the fifth on an RBI single by Zack Passmore and an RBI walk from Dylan Downs. Nick Wallace started that rally with a single, Matt Feldpausch was then hit by a pitch, and Micah Huver loaded the bases with a walk. Hastings started the scoring, getting four runs in the bottom of the second with the help of RBI singles from Huver and Tim Hanlon, and an RBI ground-out from Downs. Comstock rallied for three runs of its own in the top of the third, but Pettengill shut them down after the three-run inning. At the plate, Wallace had a double and Passmore two RBI’s to lead the Saxons attack. Both had two hits. McLean, Huver, Hanlon, and Brisboe had one hit each. McLean, Pettengill, Huver and Wallace were recognized as All-District performers for their achievements this season. McLean was the Saxons lone all-conference performer in the O-K Gold. GIVE DAD A NEW POWER TOOL. Hurry in for an impressive deal for Dad on our most powerful app-friendly smartphones. Delton Kellogg’s Hannah Williams (right) gets the baton to teammate Amanda Mikolajczyk in the 800-meter relay Saturday during the Division 3 State Finals hosted by Comstock Park High School. (Photo by Marissa Ingle) DK girls score medals in two events at finals Delton Kellogg senior Katie Searles was a part of the area’s two state medal at the Division 3 State Finals hosted by Comstock Park Saturday. Searles added to her medal collection by placing sixth in the 100-meter hurdles, with a time of 15.90 seconds. Reed City’s Sami Michell won that race in 14.73. She later teamed with Amanda Mikolajczyk, Hannah Williams and Andrea Polley to place eighth in the 800-meter relay with a time of 1 minute 49.21 seconds. Frankenmuth’s girls won that 800-meter relay race, with the team of Lauren Reinbold, Kayla Bender, Chelsea Mertz and Emily Wee finishing in 1:45.63. Mertz and Wee later teamed up with Brooke Crandall and Kelsey Ritter to win the 1600-meter relay, another race the DK girls qualified for the state finals in, in 4:01.31. It was a big day for the Frankenmuth girls, who took the state championship with 89 points. Benzie Central was a distant second with 39 points, followed by Allendale 38, and Schoolcraft 29.75. Wee was third in the 100-meter hurdles, and would win the 300-meter hurdles in 44.15 seconds, setting a new Division 3 state record in the process. Ritter won the 200 in 25.92 seconds, and the 400 in 56.27, and placed second to Dowagiac’s Kaisha Martin in the 100meter dash. Martin was a two-time champ, taking the 100 in 12.24 and flying 16 feet 11 inches in the long jump. Allendale’s Ali Wiersma also won two events, the 1600 in 4:59.86 and the 3200 in 10:57.56. Delton Kellogg and Maple Valley High Schools had 23 state qualifying performances at their regional meets this season, but had just the two medal winning performances Saturday. Vassar kept Frankenmuth from sweeping the day’s championships, outscoring Frankenmuth 40-33 at the top of the boys’ standings. Allendale was third with 31 points, followed by Albion with 25, and Michigan Center with 22. Calvin Christian’s Brent Vanenk was one Delton Kellogg senior Matt Ingle flies over a hurdle in the 300-meter race Saturday at the Division 3 State Finals. (Photo by Marissa Ingle) of two two-time champions on the boys’ side, winning the 100-meter dash in 11.15 and the 200 in 22.14. Brooklyn Columbia Central’s David Scouten won both throws, taking the discus with a mark of 167-9 and the shot put at 55-9. Vassar had two wins on the day, with Keif Vickers taking the long jump at 21-10.25 and Vickers teaming with Madison Harper, Troy Hecht and Justin Locklear to set a new Division 3 state record in the 400-meter relay with a time of 43.25. There was also a Division 3 record set in the 300-meter hurdles, with Allendale’s Chris Teitsma racing to victory in 37.30. The 300 hurdles was a race which included a couple area state qualifiers, Maple Valley’s Josh Burd and Delton Kellogg’s Matt Ingle. The other area athletes competing in individual events at the finals were Maple Valley’s Jimmy Brown, Elizabeth Stewart, Lyndsey Rhoades, and Delton’s Polley. Delton Kellogg’s Katie Searles cruises along in her semifinal heat of the 100-meter hurdles Saturday at the Division 3 State Finals. 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After a 17-2 in the Division 2 District Semifinals over Rogers at South Christian Saturday, the Trojans were held in check by the host Sailors in the district championship game. South Christian scored a 3-1 win in the final, to advance to Saturday’s regional tournament at Charlotte where it will take on Lakewood in the semifinals. Thornapple Kellogg’s bats didn’t just go silent on their own. South Christian left hander Grant Vanderwall had a lot to do with it. He allowed just three hits. The big blast for the Trojans was a solo home run by Tyler Karcher in the bottom of the third inning, which pulled his team within a run after the Sailors took a 2-0 lead in the first inning. Jacob McCarty and Robby Enslen had the only other hits for TK. South would go on to tack on an insurance run in the fifth, while Vanderwall shut down TK the rest of the way. He struck out seven on his way to the win. South Christian got two hits each from Vanderwall and Kyle Spoelma. Jordan Vanderwall, Grant Vanderwall, and Jason Oatmen each had an RBI. Enslen was hit with the loss for TK, striking out four and walking four in his five innings of work. Marquis Gill closed things out on the mound for TK. Thornapple Kellogg and its seniors Austin Bart, R.J. Bailey, Josh Hayes, and Thomas Tabor close out the season with a 23-10 record. Enslen, McCarty, and Karcher each had three hits in the semifinal win over Rogers. McCarty finished the contest with five RBI’s. Tabor had two hits, and Jacob Bultema, Bailey, Bart, Patrick Bobolts and Gill had one each. Andrew Wingeier pitched the Trojans to victory, improving his own record to 4-2, striking out five and walking two. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-06-17.pdf 530a3722c22bd692716c410bd5371d75 PDF Text Text Some city projects to continue, others reduced Should county’s largest monument be moved? HHS grad takes over Hope basketball program See Story on Page 2 See Editorial on Page 5 See Story on Page 15 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 24 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, June 17, 2010 NEWS Commissioners talk trash BRIEFS at committee meeting June 17 E-Club meeting canceled The E-Club meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 17, has been canceled. The next meeting will be on Thursday, July 22, at the Cracked Pepper Restaurant at 6 p.m. in downtown Middleville. The topic for the evening will be “Communicating Your Brand” by Ginger Hentz, director of the Barry County MSU Extension office. Anyone interested in attending this meeting should RSVP by e-mail to andre@barrychamber.com by Thursday, July 15. Riverbank Music Series begins tomorrow On Fridays this summer, from June 18 through Aug. 27, Stagecoach Park in Middleville will be filled with music and music lovers from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for the Riverbank Music series. The first concert June 18 will feature the Russian Praise Band, Resurrection UMC Praise Team, from Voronozh, Russia, sponsored by the Middleville United Methodist Church. A reception at the church will follow. All concerts are sponsored by the Village of Middleville Downtown Development Authority and are held in the gazebo at Stagecoach Park next to the river. Restaurants in the area will be open. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held in the Middleville United Methodist Church at the corner of Main and Church streets. For more information about the Riverbank series, call 269-795-3385. by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer When members of the Barry County Board of Commissioners met as a committee-of-thewhole Tuesday, the lengthiest portion of the meeting was discussion regarding the possible institution of a recycling program for the entire county. Chairman Robert Houtman explained that the discussion was prompted by constituents complaining about the recent relocation of a recycling station on East State Street in Hastings to a Waste Management landfill located at 1899 N. M-43 Highway, with limited access and hours. The bins formerly located on East State Street, which were provided by Les’s Sanitary Service and Waste Management, were moved at the request of Waste Management, after approval by the city council. While the containers on East State Street were not monitored by attendees, those who drop off recyclable material at the landfill are required to provide proof that they are residents of the city to avoid being charged for the service. “A lot of people thought that, for some reason, ... nobody had to pay for that or that that was somehow paid for by their tax dollars, but when it moved, they discovered it wasn’t,” Houtman said of the station. Several members of the county’s solid waste oversight committee attended the meeting to discuss the prospect of a county-wide recycling program, including Steven Essling, a government and regulatory affairs compliance manager for Waste Management; Jeff Mansfield, city manager; and Ken Neil. Describing what impact the relocation of the containers has had, Essling explained that prior to the containers being relocated, an average of 24 “pulls” of recyclable material were made each month on behalf of the local branch of Waste Management, while an average of nine such monthly pulls have been the norm since the relocation. Each pull entails between one and 2.5 tons of material, Essling said. He went on to detail some of the costs associated with recycling, explaining that recyclable material collected by the area branch of Waste Management is taken to Grand Rapids, where the company is charged $45 per ton on behalf of Recycle America to process the material. Speaking further of costs and also of one of the forms of recovery that might be represented by a county-wide recycling program, Essling explained that the type of truck necessary to facilitate curbside pickup of recyclable material has a purchase cost of between $100,000 and $120,000 and an operating cost of approximately $90 per hour. When asked about the kind of county-wide recycling program he would look favorably on, Essling said he has seen success with the kind of recycling efforts detailed in Public Act 69 of 2005. “The best plan in any county is to have the local unit of government control their program,” said Essling. According to Essling’s descriptions and documents available at the meeting, Public Act 69 of 2005 allows county governments to partner with smaller municipalities within See TRASH, page 8 Kathy Carlson New Hastings School Board trustee resigns before assuming seat Kathy Carlson, who was elected to a fouryear seat on the Hastings Board of Education during the May 4 election with --- votes, recently submitted a letter of resignation to Hastings Superintendent of Schools Rich Satterlee and the board three weeks before she was to assume her seat. In her letter, Carlson said she decided to decline the post due to personal reasons. “It was a very difficult decision,” she said in a later interview. “But, due to family and personal issues that have arisen, I decided that I needed to step aside and put my time and energy into dealing with those issues.” Satterlee said that according to the school district’s attorney, since Carlson term wasn’t to begin until July 1, her letter of resignation will not be effective until that date. At that time, those who would like to fill Carlson’s vacant seat on the board will be asked to submit a letter of interest. The board will review the letters and appoint a new trustee for a one-year term ending July 1, 2011. The remainder of the four-year term will be fulfilled by the trustee elected during the school board election to be held May 3, 2011. Vujea to leave position with Delton Kellogg Schools Conservation roadshow planned The Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy invites the public to meet Thursday, June 24, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. for a conservation roadshow. We’ll tour two conserved sites within the Barry SGA, discussing critical conservation issues and land management solutions. The evening will include a dinner of grilled hot dogs, chips and drinks as well as lessons on land conservation projects that are increasing the state game area’s ecological health from the conservancy, the state Department of Natural Resources and Environment and Michigan Audubon. Participants will meet at the Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary, 3560 Havens Road in Rutland Township, at 5:30 p.m., have refreshments and walk around the sanctuary. At approximately 7 p.m., the group will carpool or drive to the Tyden Ventures Otis Lake Road property and discuss adjacent DNRE habitat restoration work. Directions to the Tyden Ventures property will be available at the event. RSVP to Wynn Jones by June 18 by e-mail to wynnjones@swmlc.org or by calling 269-324-1600. their boundaries to implement recycling programs wherein the owner or owners of households can be charged up to $25 per year for participation in such programs, which representatives of townships, villages and other such municipalities are largely responsible for customizing to meet the needs of their constituents. The owner or owners of households that do not wish to participate in such a program are able to opt out, he added. While Essling spoke favorably of the way in which the act allows smaller municipalities to spearhead recycling programs, Commissioner Michael Callton expressed reservations about that aspect. “I like the fact that residents can opt out, but if their township doesn’t take the leadership to opt in, they don’t have ... that access,” he said. Speaking on behalf of the city, Mansfield explained that a recycling program involving cooperation between the county and those municipalities it houses would be welcome. “We’d be very interested in pursuing that,” he said. According to Michael Brown, administrator of the county, a resolution to support the utilization of Public Act 69 of 2005 within the county already has been passed by the county’s board of commissioners. In other business, the committee voted 4-4 against later considering the hiring of an architect to plan for the remodeling of the interior of the Barry-Eaton District Health Department office located in Hastings. Houtman, Vice Chairman Craig Stolsonburg and commissioners Don Nevins and Joe Lyons voted against the proposal, while commissioners Michael Bremer, Callton, Howard “Hoot” Gibson and Jeff VanNortwick supported it. Colette Scrimger, a representative of the health department, explained that the request stemmed from an effort to achieve a Federally Qualified Health Center designation for the office. The proposed design work would almost necessarily have to be completed in order for the office to be awarded such a designation, which would provide $650,000 per Steel horse paired with steel drummer for sculpture celebration An opening celebration Friday evening for the downtown Hastings Sculpture Exhibit featured not only art but live music at six outdoor locations around town. The event, spotlighting 14 sculptures, was sponsored by the City of Hastings and its Downtown Development Authority with the help of the Thornapple Arts Council. Here, steel drummer Steve Lawhorne performs at City Hall by the “Steel Horse” sculpture created by artist Trevor Korns. (photo by Elaine Gilbert) by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer After serving as superintendent of Delton Kellogg Schools for approximately four years, it appears as though Cynthia Vujea will be leaving in the near future to become superintendent of Lakeshore Public Schools, which is located in Stevensville. In a phone interview Wednesday, Judy Benjamin, administrative assistant to Lakeshore Public Schools Superintendent Donald Frank, explained that a special meeting of the Lakeshore Board of Education was held yesterday, at which time the board voted to hire Vujea as Frank’s replacement. According to Benjamin, Frank will be retiring June 30, after serving nearly 25 years in his current position. Benjamin said she did not know when Vujea would begin her new position at Lakeshore Public Schools. Vujea currently earns nearly $109,000 at Delton Kellogg. Benjamin said that Vujea’s new position entails an annual salary of $119,500. Benjamin explained that Vujea initially was interviewed by the board May 21, before being interviewed by the body a second time June 2. As part of the interview process, three representatives of the board visited Delton Kellogg Schools June 7, she added. According to Benjamin, applications from prospective superintendents of Lakeshore Public Schools were accepted from March 12 to April 23. When contacted earlier this week and asked about a rumor that she would be leaving Delton Kellogg Schools, Vujea responded with a correspondence, writing, “At this time, Cynthia Vujea I am still under contract with Delton Kellogg.” Vujea could not be reached Wednesday for comment. Andrew Stoneburner, president of the Delton Kellogg Board of Education, said Wednesday that Vujea had informed him and his fellow board members about her possible relocation approximately one month ago. “We’re going to explore all the options,” he said of a replacement for Vujea. “We’re not going to rush into anything.” �Page 2 — Thursday, June 17, 2010 — The Hastings Banner City council will continue some projects, reduce others Cars collide after failing to stop Two vehicles were involved in a crash at the intersection of Jefferson and Apple streets in Hastings Tuesday afternoon at approximately 1 p.m. Hastings Police said the accident occurred when one of the drivers failed to stop at the intersection. No injuries were reported as a a result of the crash. Art on the Lawn returns to Nashville Putnam District Library and its Friends group, the Thornapple Arts Council, J-Ad Graphics and area artists and working together to bring Art on Lawn to the community from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 19, during the 10th annual Nashville and Area Merchants Classic and Antique Car Show. “We are really excited to be hosting an event on such a fun weekend in Nashville,” said Shauna Swantek, Putnam librarian. Art on the Lawn will provide entertainment for the whole family. Included in the event’s festivities will be a Friends of Putnam District Library used book sale, hands-on children’s art activities and artist booths. The artist booths will feature local artists with work for sale. There is no cost for artists to participate. To sign up for a booth or for more information, call the Thornapple Arts Council at 269945-2002. The highlight of the event will be a display of artwork by Nashville’s own Mary Holman, who played a vital role in organizing and sup- porting the art community in Nashville. According to Nashville’s 1969 centennial book, “Art and art shows have a big part in the history of Nashville. With the exception of two years, summer art shows have been held in the community every year since 1949.” The shows were sponsored by the Nashville Art Group Society. This group of four women — Mary Holman, Helen Strong, Ada Scott and Lelia Lentz — passion for art brought “clothesline art shows” to Nashville. The first show in 1949 included 13 local artist exhibiting paintings hung on clothesline strung between the maple trees in Central Park. A total of 350 people signed the guest registry that year. “I think it’s great that we can honor Mary Holman by having this art show and remembering the influence she had on the community,” said Rose Heaton, event organizer. For more information about the event, call Putnam District Library at 517-852-9723. In-ground kennel sign stolen Pet owners looking for RiversEdge Kennel at 5560 West Irving Road may have a bit of trouble finding its location after the business’ sign was stolen from in front of the building. The six-foot tall sign went missing sometime between June 1 and June 2. Owners Nick and Julie Little have filed a report with the Michigan State Police concerning the theft. Nick said the sign was firmly anchored in the ground, and the method of removal is unknown. Anyone with information about the missing sign is asked contact MSP Hastings Post at 269-948-8283. This sign, was stolen from the front yard of the RiversEdge Kennel in Hastings. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer After a public hearing Monday evening at which no residents asked questions or shared comments, Hastings City Council unanimously approved its 2010-11 budget and a resolution setting the millage rate at 16.0174 mills to support the budget. In a message to the council, Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield said this year’s budget preparation process was the most challenging to date due to the economic climate in Michigan. “While we have enjoyed a something of a relative ‘economic grace period’ here in Hastings compared to many Michigan communities (and to some extent, continue to do so), the declining economy is increasingly catching up with us,” he wrote, adding that while the budget does include some reductions the due to declining revenues, the level and range of service offered to the community will remain relatively unchanged. “The budget also reflects the presumption that the economy will not rebound to any great extent for at least the next few years. We believe this to be a conservative but realistic budget.” Mansfield continued by saying that city staff will continue to seek additional sources of revenue, but since revenues are declining and costs continue to increase, reductions will be made in the level of some services and changes made in the way others are provided. Major changes in revenues anticipated include a 2.3 percent, or $58,000 decrease in property taxes; a 10 percent decrease in state revenue sharing (from $666,000 to $620,000 for 2010, with the possibility that it may fall as low as $558,000 in 2011. The interest from the city’s general fund, which generated $102,000 during the 2007-08 fiscal year is anticipated to only yield $20,000 during the current fiscal year. In short, the general fund is expected to have $231,000 less income from all recurrent sources, he said. Mansfield’s memo also included information about the most significant changes in expenditures. He noted that there would be no increases in employee wages except for step increases included in existing contracts. He anticipated that there would be a significant increase to the city in the cost of health care and pension plans. The cost of post-retirement health care insurance is expected to increase 11 percent. Because of the projected reductions in revenues and rising costs, infrastructure capital improvement plans projects will be limited to the following according to Mansfield: The South Jefferson Street reconstruction project, funded by a grant with the local match coming from the budgeted the department of public service (DPS) and water and sewer funds; the Riverwalk Trail improvements, which are being funded by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment (DNRE) grants with the local match coming from the Downtown Development Authority (DDA); and the Michigan Avenue bridge reconstruction funded with a MDOT local bridge grant and the local match coming from the DDA. Another reduction is the elimination of city vehicles used by the Mansfield, the director of public services, code enforcement officer and certain police officers. One city-owned vehicle will be shared by all staff members during the work day. The city assessor’s department will reduce the hours of two part-time employees who are currently working just under t 40 hours a week to 15 hours per week. Mansfield said that while this may cause a delay in processing of some items, he does not anticipated that the function of the assessor’s office will be greatly affected. The Hastings City Police Department reductions include a decrease in available overtime hours, the elimination of tuition reimbursement, reductions in capital outlay, elimination of excess vehicles and other minor reductions in expenditures. Reductions in expenditures at the Hastings Fire Department include fewer capital improvements, elimination of a part-time “While we have enjoyed a something of a relative ‘economic grace period’ here in Hastings compared to many Michigan communities (and to some extent, continue to do so), the declining economy is increasingly catching up with us.” – Jeff Mansfield, Hastings City Manager administrative assistant position, reducing the number of part-time firefighters from 22 to 20; reducing the anticipated staff hours for part-time paid firefighters, and a reduction in the equipment fund rental payment for the aerial firetruck by one-half. The community development department will tighten its belt by eliminating tuition reimbursement, reducing travel and training expenses and decreasing furnishings and equipment expenses. Further, the City will eliminate the code enforcement. Engineering technician position, Mansfield said he does not believe this will cause a reduction of service in that area, since the duties will be reassigned to DPS, police and fire department employees and others. DPS cuts include the elimination of one staff position; a $5,500 reduction in staff labor for parks and $6,000 in contractual services; a reduction in tree trimming and removal; elimination of compostable yard debris pickup during the summer; reduction in sidewalk and curb and gutter replacement, chip and seal and miscellaneous supplies for both major and local streets; and a reduction in the equipment fund. Administrative service fund reductions include city hall contracted maintenance reduced from five to three days a week and reduction in expenditures for the clerk/treasurer, director of public services, city manager and other administrative staff. Mansfield said that based on information available at this time, he felt the reductions were necessary and “will result in a stable, sustainable budget” for the city. “Many of these changes are less than desirable, even though they are necessary,” he said. “Everyone would like to have more resources available. But we need to develop and recommend a budget that reflects the level of resources that we can reasonably expect to be available next year and in the coming years.” In other business, the council: • Held a public hearing on the final assessment roll for the downtown parking special assessment district. There were no comments or questions from the public during the hearing. The resolution on the final role was approved by a 7-2 vote with Council Members Dave Tossava and Frank Campbell casting the dissenting votes. In discussion prior to the vote, Campbell said he felt that the DDA should pick up the tab for parking lot repair and maintenance rather than property and business owners having to pay in the special assessment district. • Approved a request from Megan Lavell, director of the Thornapple Arts Council to allow the Hastings City Band to use Fish Hatchery Park for its five week summer concert series. Each concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. for five consecutive, which was to begin last night and conclude July 14. • Approved a request from Michael Barnaart, owner of Walldorff Brew Pub & Bistro to close off North Jefferson Street between State Street and the alley north of the building on from 2 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, July 3. to hold an outdoor event celebrating the fourth anniversary of the opening of the establishment. • Approved the purchase of a handheld data collector, accessories and training in the amount of $16,980 to assist staff with reading of meters, as recommended by Mansfield. • Authorized Hastings Mayor Bob May and Clerk Tom Emery to sign a $5,000 annual service contract with Green Gables Haven to provide shelter and services for homeless or abused women and children. • Authorized May and Emery to sign an one-year recreational services contract with the YMCA of Barry County for a total of $44,532 ($22,266 to be paid to the YMCA on July 1, and the remaining $22,266 to be paid to the YMCA Jan. 15, 2011). • Authorized May and Emery to sign a service contract with Tom Thompson and Glenn Stoneburner, Professional Code Inspectors, to perform construction code administration and enforcement and rental inspections. • Authorized May and Emery to sign contracts with MDOT regarding interest costs on the Michigan Jobs Today loan for the sidewalk project. • Awarded the bid for parks lawn mowing and maintenance to Hallifax Services in the amount of $650 per week for a three-year contract for a total of $18,200 for 28 weeks per year as recommended by Director of Public Services Tim Girrbach. • Also awarded a bid to Hallifax Services for mowing and maintenance of parking lot perimeters in the amount of $100 per week for a three-year contract for a total of $2,800 for 28 weeks as recommended by Girrbach. • Awarded a bid to US Pavement Consultants for the 2010-11 hot mix asphalt paving and hand patching in the amount of $100 per ton for top course and $100 per ton for base course for an estimated total of $20,000 as recommended by Girrbach. • Awarded Slagel Construction Inc. a contract for 2010-11 sidewalk and curb and gutter replacement at $4.25 per square foot of four-inch concrete, $4.70 per square foot of six-inch concrete and, $14.35 for curb and gutter, as recommended by Girrbach. • Awarded a bid to Hometown Tree Service for the 2010-11 tree trimming and tree removal in the amount of $190 per removal and $75 per trim, not to exceed $22,625, as recommended by Girrbach. • Awarded several contracts for the water treatment plant. Those included Haviland Products Company’s bid for hydroflousilicic acid in the amount of $78 per 150 pound cylinder for an estimated total cost of $5,460; WaterSolve LLC for polymer in the amount of $1.62 per pound for an estimated total of $37,260; Elhorn Company for phosphate poly/ortho blend in the amount of $13 per gallon for an estimated $32,500; and a bid to USALCO for liquid aluminum sulfate hydrate solution in the amount of $1.19 per gallon for an estimated total of $41,650, as recommended by Girrbach. • Approved a motion to allow Hoffman Manufacturing to repair two Hoffman Centrifugal Blowers at the waste water treatment plant in the amount of $33,369 and make repairs to the third at an estimated cost of $15,000, as recommended by Girrbach. • Approved a bid to Superior Asphalt, Inc. for the Hubble/East/Eaton water main project asphalt paving in the amount of $57.50 per ton for top course and $57.59 per ton for base course for an estimated total of $20,125, as recommended by Girrbach. • Went into closed session to discuss strategy for negotiations connected with a collective bargaining agreement. Hastings school budget shows $1.8 million reduction The Hastings Board of Education held a special meeting Thursday, June 10, to discuss the proposed budget for the 2010-11 school year. The board is expected to approve the budget during its next regular meeting slated for 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 21, in the multipurpose room of Hastings Middle School. Superintendent of Hastings Area Schools Rich Satterlee said that the proposed budget for next year features an approximately $1.8 million cut in revenue and expenditures. “We were helped out by the number of retirements we had this year [basic programs salaries decreased due to retirements and a decrease in staffing offset by salary increases] and the sales tax increase was beneficial, but we’re still not sure what they are going to do with the school aid fund in Lansing,” he said. Changes in revenue include a $74,034 decrease in property taxes based on an estimated decline in the state tax base; a $7,350 decrease in driver’s education due to the estimated decrease in the number of students taking driver’s training; a $18,143 special education decrease based on a reduction from the state, an At-Risk decrease of $266,054 due to the recapture if the funds as part of the $165 per pupil decrease, a Title I decrease of $56,375 based on possible funding reductions, a decrease of $193,540 in Title I ARRA funds due to the elimination of this funding program, a $7,432 decrease in Title IV funds due to the elimination of that program; ARRA Stabilization Funds decrease of $853,347 due to reallocation of those funds back to the general state aid allocation line as they were used to offset a possible per-student reduction in 2009-10; a $22,907 decrease in Tittle IIA funds due to the possible reduction in funding for that program; a $7,178 decrease in the Title III due to the uncertainty of qualifications for this program. The proposed budget shows two projected increases in revenue. The first a $8,058 increase in Perkins Funds due to an anticipated increase in funds awarded. The projected general state aid increase of $645,072 is the result of an expected decrease in student enrollment with the foundation allowance remaining the same as the end of 2009-10 with the recapture of categorical funds available for the $165 per pupil cut carried forward. It also includes the portion of the ARRA funds used to offset the 2009-10 reduction being part of state aid for the 201011 year. It is estimated that the total kindergarten through 12th grade enrollment in Hastings Area Schools will be 2,910 students for the 2010-11 school year. “We estimate a decrease in the number of students enrolled based on the class leaving [seniors] being larger than the class coming in [kindergarten], which has been a consistent trend in recent years,” said Satterlee. “We are looking at changing to alternate all-day Fridays for our kindergartners,” he added, saying that instead of a Monday/ Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday with halfday Fridays for each group, they would alternate attending all day on Friday, which would mean no double bus runs in the middle of the day on Friday. “It was suggested by a parent, and we are going to try it this year and see how it goes,” he said. According to the proposed budget plan, the elimination of the Friday kindergarten run would save the district approximately $6,132 during the upcoming school year. Other projected decreases in expenditures include an Added Needs decrease of $502,576 due to retirements and a decrease in staffing offset by salary increases and estimated grant allocations reductions; $7,904 in adult education and drivers education due to a decrease in drivers education expenses, pupil services decrease of $103,381 due to retirements and a decrease in staffing, offset by salary increases; instructional staff decrease of $90,941 due to retirements and a decrease in staffing, offset by salary increases; technology supplies decrease of $10,425 due to a decrease in maintenance costs; maintenance and operations salary decrease of $164,775 due to staffing reductions offset by union salary increases; and support services employee benefits decrease of $173,917 due to a decrease in the number of employees; decrease in non-union and transportation health insurance costs offset by an increase in state-required local expenditures for retirement contributions and an increase in union health insurance premiums. Projected increases in expenditures for 2010-11 include a basic programs supplies increase of $63,999 based on increased allocations in textbooks, Medicaid and supply accounts; instructional employee benefits increase of $297,162 due to an increase in state-required local expenditures for retirement contributions, an increase in health insurance premiums and a decrease in staff; general administration increase of $10,640 based on increased elections costs due to holding two elections during 2010-11; administration salaries increase of $5,412 due to union wage increases; school administration supply increase of $5,623 due to the reallocation of supply funds; business services supplies increase of $23,715 due to an increase in borrowing costs, legal fees, insurance and abated taxes; transportation supplies increase of $7,350 based on increased fuel and repair parts; and maintenance and operations supplies increase of $24,080 due to the current year estimate actually being lower than the original budget due to cost-savings measures. With estimated actual revenues for 2009-10 at $23,789,732 and estimated actual expenditures for 2009-10 at $23,751,189, the estimated general fund balance on June 30 will be $282,115, or 1.19 percent. The projected revenues budgeted for 201011 are $22,932,256 and the expenditures budgeted for 2010-11 are $22,846,187, which will leave a projected fund balance of $368,184 or 1.62 percent on June 30. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 17, 2010 — Page 3 Hastings blooms with music and art during Friday night celebration Tony LaJoye sang and played guitar in front of Hastings City Bank during the Friday celebration. Pat Dewitt and Friend entertained with celtic music behind the Hastings Public Library near Anderson’s Metal Sculptures. A casual atmosphere seemed to prevail during the Sculpture Exhibit event. Enjoying ice cream and friendship at the event were (from left) Julia Ramsey, Sarah Symonds and Emily Jolokai. Music by Maiden Voyage enlivened a corner on State Street in front of Gilmore’s Jewelry store by the sculpture called “Little Joyful Dancer,” created by James Havens. Their performance was part of the opening celebration for the Downtown Hastings Sculpture Exhibit. Tunes from Broadway were sung by members of Vintage as they performed on the edge of the Barry County Courthouse lawn. (photos by Elaine Gilbert) People lounged and relaxed all around town as a variety of musicians performed near the sculptures Steve Lawhorne played the steel drum in front of Hastings City Hall. �Page 4 — Thursday, June 17, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Prairieville Recall Committee still looking for justice To the editor: It seems that most of these politicians are cut from the same stained bolt of cloth. The Prairieville Recall Committee spoonfed Barry County Prosecutor Tom Evans proof positive all the information necessary for him to pursue the Prairieville Township Board’s unlawful actions. Evans made a decision not to prosecute. It is my understanding that a trooper with the Michigan State Police Hastings Post had recommended prosecution. Evans made this decision even though, by his own admission, he had not reviewed the last pieces of evidence hand delivered to him approximately three days prior. (It appears the good ol’ boy network is still in effect.) According to the May 30 Traverse City newspaper, elected officials in Cadillac were charged for meetings violation. Four Wexford County public officials, including a county commissioner and three county department of public works members each faced a misdemeanor criminal charge after authorities said they violated the state’s Open Meetings Act. A Michigan State Police detective said the four were charged for “conducting official county business outside of a posted meeting” open to the public. In contrast, the Barry County Prosecutor told the Prairieville Recall Committee if they were not happy with his decision, they could seek recourse through Robert Houtman an elected county commissioner, who represents Prairieville Township. Houtman, by the way, donated $100 to the Citizens for Common Sense. This group was organized to protect the members of the township board from being recalled. Although this is possibly not illegal, it is nevertheless in very poor taste. The job of the county commissioner is to represent the entire community. Any individual with common sense can easily predict the outcome of Tom Evans’ recommendation. In other words, the Prairieville Recall Committee was told just where to go, in a veiled manner. Houtman’s contribution to and apparent alliance with the group trying to defend the Prairieville Township Board’s actions appears to be a conflict of interest and possibly should be investigated. Something is not right here. Any elected official operating in an obviously biased manner such as this should be closely examined to see what sort of baggage he may be carrying prior to casting your vote. Bill Robinson, Prairieville Township City band concerts should move to lawn, too To the editor: What a great idea - putting the Civil War Monument on the courthouse lawn. Can bringing the city band concerts back to the courthouse lawn be far behind? This would be a real win-win for everyone, the “old timers” who remember those summer evening concerts and a wonderful new experi- ence for the younger folks who haven’t had that opportunity yet. Now, if we can just figure out how to put the Cone Zone back on Court Street. Oh well, two out of three ain’t bad. Sharri Wolfe-Phillips, Hastings Know Your Legislators: U.S. Senate Debbie Stabenow, Democrat, 702 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-4822. Carl Levin, Democrat, Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-6221. District office: 110 Michigan Ave., Federal Building, Room 134, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 456-2531. Rick Tormela, regional representative. U.S. Congress Vernon Ehlers, Republican, 3rd District (All of Barry County), 1714 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515-2203, phone (202) 225-3831, fax (202) 225-5144. District office: Room 166, Federal Building, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 451-8383. President’s comment line: 1-202-456-1111. Capitol Information line for Congress and the Senate: 1-202-224-3121. Michigan Legislature Gov. Jennifer Granholm, Democrat, P.O. Box 30013, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-3400. State Senator Patty Birkholz, Republican, 24th District (All of Barry County), Michigan State Senate, State Capitol, 805 Farnum Building, P.O. Box 3006, Lansing, Mich. 48909-7536. Call: (517) 373-3447. Fax: (517) 373-5849. e-mail: senpbirkholz@senate.michigan.gov State Representative Brian Calley, Republican, 87th District (All of Barry County), Michigan House of Representatives, 351 Capitol, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-0842. e-mail: briancalley@house.mi.gov Should county’s largest monument be moved for second time? When the Vermont company had the work completed in early In a catalog printed in the late 1800s for Hastings, A. Black & Son Monument company shows a photograph near the front of the 1888, they asked for the shipping order. The younger Black, Frank, Barry County Soldiers’ and Sailor’s Monument. The cut line reads: was called to Vermont to “talk over matters” with the quarry com“One of the largest and handsomest monuments in Michigan built pany and was put in jail. In exchange for his release, his father paid entirely of granite, standing forty-two feet high. This monument the remaining $2,000 balance. The local company had to sell porstands on the corner of Broadway and State Streets, Hastings, tions of the business to recoup the lost money. The debt was never Michigan, opposite the court house and city hall, and is the first paid back. In a Banner news article dated Aug. 15, 1963, discussion during object to attract attention of strangers visiting the city.” And there a Hastings City Council meeting debated about where to locate the it stood for 74 years. However, in 1963, the state highway department, after a long monument. It was moved by Hastings alderman Dwight Fisher to move the war memorial debate with city offito Tyden Park on a site cials, moved the mas10 yards north of the sive Civil War memoripark entrance. Local al from its location in citizen Attorney Max the center of the interBauer said, “If the section of what is now memorial must be M-43 and M-37. removed, and I am still The move came unconvinced that it about when the state must be, it should be highway department placed adjacent to the agreed to pay to move highway in full view of the monument as part the traveling public. He of a project to put in a also asked the council new bridge over the for a public plan to Thornapple River and properly display the widen the two highmemorial once it was ways requiring the relocated. monument be removed Rather than move the from the center of the beautiful monument major intersection. again, risking damage At the time, there to the over 120 year old was a great deal of constructure, why not leave troversy over moving it located in one of the the beautiful structure, city’s “premier parks” and many observers felt The statue of the Union soldier is shown just after being taken off his and finally landscape a feeling of sadness as experts began to dis- pedestal to be set on a truck for a two-block journey to Tyden Park in 1963, the area and light the beautiful monument as mantle the huge monu- when the state highway department said the monument must be moved. the city was requested ment. It was reported in the Banner that the structure was taken down slowly and carefully, by Bauer more than 47 years ago. On a national website, RoadsandRiders.com, a visitor wrote: “A one piece at a time. Each piece was carefully loaded on a truck and large park reflects a large amount of community pride, and in 1889, carried to its new location at Tyden Park. Now after 47 years Hastings officials are again looking to move citizens of Hastings dedicated an impressive GAR monument the monument to the courthouse lawn, stating that they are looking which now guards the entrance to Tyden Park, right on the river. for a “more prominent location.” The move, they said, would have The obelisk is about 30 feet tall with an inscribed face that keeps something to do with honoring those presently serving in the mili- the memory of several large battles alive for those that know their American history. Hastings claims to be one of the ‘100 best towns tary. First of all, the monument has nothing to do with our present of America.’ There are other memorials and parks in the area that military personnel. The Grand Army of the Republic was organized lead the casual visitor to agree with the claim.” If city fathers are concerned about honoring present military by men who fought on the side of the North in the Civil War from 1861 to 1865. The group’s purpose was to strengthen the fellow- serving today, then honor those veterans by adding another markship between the men who fought to preserve the Union and to er, incorporating with other commemorative pieces currently locathonor Union soldiers killed in the war. Nearly every town and ed near the fountain on the courthouse lawn. Then, I would suggest township in the county had a chapter and held annual encampments the county board along with other organizations throughout the each year. M.L. Cook, former editor of the Banner, said he believed county create a monument tour, commemorating all the military that at the 1887 annual Barry County Soldiers and Sailors reunion, monuments and historic highlights in the county with photos and the suggestion was made to honor the more than 1,600 men and explanations of their significance. The information could be used boys who fought for the North by erecting a monument. The sup- by citizens and visitors, as well as in local schools as an educaport for such a project was quite strong, according to Cook. The tional tool to give young people a stronger appreciation for the dedBarry County Soldiers and Sailors Monument Association was ication of so many citizens that were willing to serve their country. It doesn’t take long to begin uncovering information regarding formed, drawings were approved, the means of collecting money was considered, and the order was placed, much too hastily as it the county in the Civil War. For example, Barry County was said turns out. “It looked as though it would be easy to get the money,” to have more liberally contributed to the American Civil War than wrote Cook in 1942. “But I’m telling you it wasn’t.” He went on any other county in Michigan. A Confederate soldier is buried in to say that “it would naturally be a big feather, so to speak, in the Woodland Township. The Civil War marker at Riverside Cemetery in Hastings was dedicated 47 years after the Civil War by the cap” of some of those involved. The original cost of the monument was estimated at $4,500, Women’s Relief Corps, an auxiliary to the GAR. An authentic Civil which, for a population of 24,000, worked out to be about 20 cents War cannon that once sat on the courthouse lawn was turned into per person. After repeated fundraising efforts, the association came scrap metal, along with a memorial fountain, during World War II up with just short of $2,600. The Hastings monument firm, A. to “help with the war effort.” This is just a sampling from one of Black and Son realized they should have had most of the money in the country’s conflicts; there’s plenty more information to be prehand before placing the order, “but they were of the same mind as served and taught. Hastings is currently taking part in a downtown sculpture exhibthe members of the association that ordered it,” wrote Cook. “They thought there would be not trouble raising [the funds] from Barry See EDITORIAL, continued next page County folk.” Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. Are Feds, BP doing what they should? Do you think the federal government is doing enough to ensure that British Petroleum cleans up the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico? Do you think BP should pay dividends to its stockholders while oil is still getting into the gulf? The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Lorraine Bronson, Lake Odessa: “The federal government should do more. Use American ingenuity to clean it up. BP should not pay dividends. That money needs to be put aside for Americans who are losing their jobs over the spill.” Jim Thwaites, Delton: “Knowing what I know about the government and similar corporate bureaucracies, if I was running the show, I’d make darn sure that the oil men, roughnecks and engineers were unhindered by bureaucracy and both political and territorial squabbles. Then, if there was a lack of progress, I would administer either the carrot or the stick, as necessary.” Betty Begerow Lake Odessa: “I think the American government gave BP a fair chance to clean up the spill. The cleanup has not been very timely, therefore the government should take over the cleanup and BP should still be responsible for all expenses incurred by the disaster. Dividend money should be put in a trust for any damages incurred by the failure of BP to safely operate an oil well.” Alice Forshey Luscher Lake Odessa: “If the federal government is doing enough, the American people are not fully aware of it. Fifty-four days of oil flowing is a lot of oil. Do not pay dividends. No profit in the stock market might bring a lot faster cleanup. It is more incentive to clean up.” Erin Fields, Delton: “I don’t know about that, but I think it’s important for them to do everything to ensure that the cleanup is done effectively and efficiently.” Marcia Bettinghouse Lake Odessa: “The federal government is not doing enough. It seems BP is holding up our government on the cleanup on American shores. BP should absolutely not pay dividends. Put any profits aside to pay for cleanup expenses and fishermen’s losses.” Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 17, 2010 — Page 5 Assistant superintendent of Hastings Area Schools retiring After 23 years of service at Hastings Area Schools Mary Vliek, assistant superintendent, has announced her retirement. Although she was born and raised in Kalamazoo County, Vliek’s family summered on Gull Lake every year. After she was married, Vliek and her husband built their own home on the family property at Gull Lake. After high school, she attended the University of Michigan where she earned a degree in teaching and language arts. She later earned a graduate degree in reading and educational leadership from Western Michigan University. After teaching in Maple Valley Schools for 15 years, Vliek began her career with Hastings Area Schools in 1987 when she was hired by former Superintendent Carl Schoessel to teach kindergarten and Title I reading at Pleasantview Elementary. While she was at Pleasantview, Vliek started the Reading Recovery program, and the school became a training site for up to 30 school districts at one point. She transferred to Star Elementary for one year when that school opened before returning to Pleasantview as the principal in 2000. While she was principal at Pleasantview Vliek wrote and received the All Student Achievement Program grant, which was used for reading programs, to provide professional development and training for teachers and Mary Vliek reading assessments. During the summer of 2003, Vliek transferred back to Star Elementary where she served as the principal until she took the job as the district’s director of educational services in October of that year. She was named assistant superintendent during the 2004-05 school year, when the director of operations retired and the director of education services post were combined to create the assistant superintendent position. Vliek said the biggest challenges she has faced throughout her time in Hastings has been meeting “the ever-changing state requirements.” “I think the most rewarding thing has just been working with the staff, the students and all the families in the district,” she said. “This is a great community in which to work.” “We’re going to hate to lose her. She is fantastic, and she is going to be difficult to replace,” said Hastings Superintendent of Schools Rich Satterlee. Satterlee said a notice has been posted on the Michigan Association of School Administrators website seeking applicants for the position. He added that he and the Hastings Board of Education members hope to look over the resumes and interview candidates in time to allow the new assistant superintendent to work with Vliek for a couple weeks before she retires. “We’re sure going to miss her,” said Satterlee. “She’s one heck of a lady.” Vliek said that while she plans to keep current on issues regarding education, she looks forward to having more time to read and spend with her family. Snyder offers plan for revitalizing state at Lincoln Day dinner by Fran Faverman Staff Writer Approximately 200 Republican faithful gathered Monday evening for the annual Barry County Lincoln Day dinner at the Walldorff Brew Pub and Bistro in Hastings. It was also an opportunity to hear Republican candidates for every statewide and local office up for election this year. Rick Snyder, a local summer resident virtually all his life, was the keynote speaker. In a brief biographical sketch, he established his credentials as a “nerd,” saying that by age 24, he had completed a bachelor’s degree, an MBA and a law degree — all from the University of Michigan. He also established his work ethic credentials, citing his summer job as a 14-year-old at the Northside Grocery on Gun Lake for $1.25 an hour. As a young tax accountant in Detroit, he had his first experience with what he considers to be government irrationality, the Michigan Single Business Tax, a remark that drew loud applause from the audience. In his view, Michigan is broken beyond the tweaking of policies and programs. He noted that a recent projection forecast that one of every five Michigan residents will require food assistance within a few years. The state is an economic disaster, has an unbalanced budget and needs to reinvent itself, Snyder told the group. He has a 10-point plan, a vision for Michigan, he said, adding, “It is time for a new era.” Natural resources led to an industrial age, an age that began declining in the 1950s but created the American middle class, he said, urging, “Be proud of what we accomplished.” Michigan should promote its quality of life and resources as does the state of Minnesota, he said. “We need Detroit. We need to restore Detroit,” said Snyder. “In a global economy, we need to keep our young people, and to do that, we need jobs for them — more and better jobs.” The role of government is not to create jobs, he said, but to create an environment where jobs flourish, suggesting a flat 6 percent corporate tax. He added there is too much regulation, saying, “Deal with the exceptions. Shorten the terms for issuing permits.” On the bureaucracy that oversees governmental processes, Snyder said, “It is time for the bureaucracy to go.” Too many decisions are made by a small group behind closed doors, he said. “People need to see value for money,” he said of government. His experience as an entrepreneur in nurturing companies would serve him well as governor. He cited his experience at Gateway Computers from 1991 to 1996. He said the company was built on value for the money and customer service. “Apply [those principles] to the public sector,” he said, adding that he has a record as an innovator who started companies from scratch. “No PAC [political action committees] money, no special interest money. No baggage” are part of his campaign financing, he said. Snyder said government must change. “I am here to provoke you tonight. We have many problems. We deserve better answers,” he said. According to him, the state-of-the-state address has degenerated into a pat on the back. “It should be a report card; benchmarks against other states,” he said. “The next governor can expect to make some tough decisions. …[This is] not about an election for governor; it is about reinventing our state. It is a long-term commitment.” Candidates to be selected in the Aug. 3 primary are governor, state senators and representatives, county commissioners, precinct delegates, judicial candidates (on the nonpartisan portion of the ballot), and candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives. Candidates for attorney general, secretary of state, lieutenant governor, the governing boards of Michigan State University, University of Michigan, and Wayne State University, and the State Board of Education are selected by the state party conventions. The evening opened with welcoming remarks from Craig Stolsonburg, vice-chair of Barry County Board of Commissioners, who said, “Barry County is one of the reddest counties in the state.” Commenting that the area represents a sharp contrast to the rest of the state, he urged the audience to make a difference and support candidates. The event was organized by Ben Geiger, chair of the Barry County Republican Party. IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Trail shows Michigan’s natural wonders To the editor: One of the joys of my job is that my travels across Michigan give me an opportunity to enjoy our state’s abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. On a cool Saturday morning a few weeks ago, that meant hiking a portion of the North Country Trail – a great chance to enjoy some of Michigan’s beauty and to see a stretch of the trail I’ve been working to help improve for years. To celebrate National Trails Day, I joined about 15 members of the Tittabawassee Chapter of the North Country Trail Association on a portion of the trail near Alba in Antrim County. I hiked with them for two miles, over rolling and forested country, and as we walked, the association members told me about the abundant plant and animal life we passed, their work maintaining the trail, and the damage done to local forests by a recent tent caterpillar infestation. We all owe these volunteers, who perform much of the work in establishing and maintaining these trails, a big thanks. Two miles, of course, is just the tiniest sliver of the North Country Trail. Created in 1980, the trail stretches for more than 4,500 miles, from Upstate New York to North Dakota, making it the longest trail in the National Park Service system. It crosses into Hillsdale County from Ohio, and winds through some of Michigan’s most scenic territory all the way to the Wisconsin border near Ironwood. I and other lawmakers in the North Country Trail states have worked hard to support the trail and to protect wilderness areas through which it passes. I continue to seek “unit status” for the trail, a technical designation that would mean greater access to National Park Service funding and programs. This year, I was joined by seven Senate colleagues in asking the Senate Appropriations Committee to boost funding for the trail. Last year, we enacted legislation that I introduced to ease the acquisition of land for the trail from willing sellers. The North Country Trail may be our state’s longest, but many paths, short and long, cross our state, highlighting our scenic beauty, history and culture. On the same weekend as my North Country Trail hike, I visited the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary near Alpena, where we dedicated new improvements to the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Trail. The trail shows off the beauty of Lake Huron and some of the rich shipping history of the Great Lakes. I am an enthusiastic supporter of funding for the Leelanau Scenic Heritage Trail, 27 miles of trail that connects the major scenic areas of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore on Lake Michigan with the villages of Empire and Glen Arbor. I have worked to secure funding for projects along the Detroit River establishing a walkway and greenway along that historic waterway, which once was an industrial wasteland and is now being transformed into a hub of recreation and environmental preservation. And this year, I am seeking funding for several trail projects, from the historic Iron Range near Marquette to the Lake St. Clair shoreline in Macomb County. I support these trail projects because for some Michiganians, they are places to exercise; for others, they’re a means of transportation; for still others, a way to find quiet and inspiration. For all of us, they’re an important connection to the natural beauty that lies at the heart of Michigan’s identity and spirit. Through farmlands and forests, along the shores of mighty lakes or the banks of quiet streams, these trails mean the scenic wonders of our state are just a short hike away for all of us. I hope you’ll join me this summer in taking advantage of these paths to Michigan’s beauty. Carl Levin, U.S. senator from Michigan State Senator Birkholz recognized as ‘Friend of Public Works’ State Sen. Patty Birkholz was recently recognized by the Michigan Chapter of the American Public Works Association with the organization’s “Friend of Public Works” award. Birkholz was honored for her support of transportation and water/sewer infrastructure programs. She received special recognition for her work to keep the state’s wetlands permitting program operating instead of turning the program over to the federal government and for her leadership on the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact. “The Great Lakes water compact and wetlands protections are significant issues for the state and residents across Michigan,” said Birkholz, R-Saugatuck Township. “I am pleased to receive this award for my work to protect our state waterways.” The award was presented to Birkholz at the association’s annual conference awards banquet on June 3 by Amy Schoonover, director of the Department of Public Works for the city of Charlotte. EDITORIAL, continued from previous page it, highlighting 16 sculptures on display throughout the summer. The exhibit is sponsored in part by the City of Hastings, the Downtown Development Authority with the help of the Thornapple Arts Council to promote culturally significant entertainment in the community. The county could benefit from a similar project of military markers and accounts of citizens who have served the country. Those wanting to move the monument do not have an estimate of the cost of relocation, but the expense would have to run into the thousands. Plus, the suggested source of the funds are “the veterans community” and other community supporters. I have to wonder, why are veterans, who have already made sacrifices, being asked to help pay to move a monument a few blocks away? We don’t have to move any of the monuments – we just need to promote the locations and the meanings of each so that our citizens gain a stronger appreciation of the people who served our nation throughout its many conflicts. If local officials like Mayor Bob May are really interested giving our soldiers “something to come back to” or “showing them that Barry County has got it together” then it should be through a monument that represents their current service. Better yet, instead of collecting money to move the monument, they could use that money instead to create a fund to help veterans or the families of soldiers who are deployed. From any discussions I’ve had with returning military personnel they are looking for life support, counseling and a way to become part of the community again, not a monument. City officials have good intentions, but it seems there are better ways of honoring today’s soldiers. And now may be a good time to properly landscape the monument area that SHOW DATES: June 18-20 & 25-27 Fridays and Saturdays at 7 pm and Sundays at 3pm Air conditioned and free parking Concessions & cushioned seats Adults $10, Seniors (62 & older) students $8 - cash or check (Not recommended for Children) Main Street Theater House 301 N. Main St., Nashville (Across the street from Hastings City Bank) 06718524 Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, June 17 — Teen’s Pizza and Pages discusses Life as We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer, 3:30 to 5 p.m.; Movie Memories celebrates great musicals, this week “The King and I,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 18 — pre-school story time celebrates “fish,” 10:30 to 11 :30 a.m. Saturday, June 19 — Anime Club meets 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, June 21 — Hastings Public Library Board meets 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 22 — toddler story time celebrates “the octopus,” 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 23 — summer reading welcomes Macikez’ Magic Show, 2 to 3 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information. 77546983 Tickets Available at the door or reserved seating recommended by emailing therevue1@yahoo.com or by calling 517-749-1229. was promised by city officials nearly 50 years ago. M.L. Cook, who was very close to the funding and establishment of the monument, called it “a monument of good intentions, rather than a spontaneous Barry County recognition of the services and sacrifices made by the 1,000 young men this county gave to help save the Union.” �Page 6 — Thursday, June 17, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Accomplished architect, Hastings grad dies in D.C. The Washington Post recently carried the obituary of Alan H. Rider, 79, a 1948 Hastings graduate who became an architect and helped design college campuses and worked on many well-known public buildings. Rider died May 25 of congestive heart failure at Georgetown University Hospital. He lived in Georgetown, Washington D.C. A native of Memphis, Tennessee, Rider enrolled at Hastings High School his sophomore year, after his family moved here. He received his architecture degree in 1952 from what is now Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh and received a master’s degree in design in 1953 from the Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills. He also studied at L'Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris and received a Fulbright fellowship, according to the Post. Early in his career, Rider was an associate in the architecture firm of John Carl Warnecke. Among the projects he worked on with Warnecke was the memorial for President John F. Kennedy. After Rider was given the Distinguished Alumni Award at the 2000 Hastings High School Alumni Banquet, he told a J-Ad Graphics reporter that he had worked closely with Jackie, Bobby and Ted Kennedy, along with then Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara and the Army Corps of Engineers to design President Kennedy’s permanent gravesite at Arlington National Cemetery. The cemetery, Rider said, was under the Worship Together… of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Fourth Sunday after Pentecost June 20 - Summer Hours: Worship 8:00 & 10:00; No Sunday School June/August; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover-grace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 10 a.m.; 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday 9 a.m. Vacation Bible School; 6:30 p.m. Softball game; 7 p.m. Praise Team. Friday - 9 a.m. Vacation Bible School; 9 a.m. Golfer’s Group. Monday - 6:30 p.m. Softball Game; 7 p.m. Ministry Night. Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Softball game. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 – Alan H. Rider in 2000 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Rider said he and his colleagues then met with McNamara for a resolution to the cost dispute. “[McNamara] said, ‘You do what Mrs. Kennedy wants. Don’t worry about the cost, and we’ll take care of the Army Corps,’” recalled Rider in 2000. “For one or two years, we worked with Mrs. Kennedy, who was helpful and pleasant on all occasions. We also met with Mr. Kennedy’s sister, Jean Smith, and Ted and Bobby on a couple of occasions, and their ideas were very sound.” Kennedy’s sister Eunice and her husband Sargent Shriver were also involved in the planning, he said. “We finished the project, and millions have visited the site, and it’s been considered a success,” he said. Rider also helped develop a master plan for the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md., and the hangar for Air Force One at Andrews Air Force Base. He also helped design and plan the Egyptian Embassy in Washington D.C., Lauinger Library at Georgetown University, and Fermi National Laboratory in Chicago (his written history of the project is posted online). He also worked in Italy, San Francisco and Honolulu. According to the Post, Rider later joined the firm of Daniel, Mann, Johnson and Mendenhall, where he designed buildings at the Naval Academy and Howard University and worked on renovations at the Pentagon. He designed office buildings and worked on other college projects across the country. Rider, who retired in 1994, reflected on his career when he returned to Hastings for the alumni banquet. “I had a good career and an interesting career,” he said in 2000. “Hastings has been very nice to me and my family.” Elizabeth French, also a Hastings graduate and later resident of Washington, D.C., met Rider several years ago through mutual friends. She called him “one of America’s great architects” and added that he had worked with famed Finnish architect Eero Saarinen who Alan H. Rider accepts a Distinguished Alumni award at the 2000 Hastings High School Alumni Banquet. designed the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, a project in which Rider was involved. She said Rider also worked on the General Motors Institute, the TWA building at John F. Kennedy Airport and Dulles Airport in the D.C. area, which was his crowning work. Despite his accomplishments and success, French described Rider as very modest and said he was a “very, very devoted husband.” His wife of 40 years, Jane Aistrope Rider, died in 2001. Survivors include a brother, Neal, of Hastings. Love and laughter take to the stage in Nashville Area Obituaries Mary Lois Burdick Kelly Schneider (front, left), Jeremy Schneider, Lindsey Hemming (back) and Chris Caldwell rehearse a scene in The Revue’s latest production. HASTINGS, MI - Mary Lois Burdick, age 89, of Hastings passed away on November 16, 2009. She was born on January 14, 1920, the daughter of Hooper and Carrie Freshney of Middleville. She attended Middleville schools and graduated in 1937. She married Linwood Burdick. Her hobbies included card games, painting pictures and bingo and was a member of Commission on Aging and County Extension programs. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Linwood Burdick; daughter, Beverly Hayden; two brothers and two sisters. She is survived by son, Gary Burdick of Lady Lake, FL; grandson, John Burdick of Hastings; grandson, James Burdick of Eatonton, GA; granddaughter, Molly Hayden of Newport News, VA; two great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on June 25, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Grace Lutheran Church, 239 E. North Street in Hastings. A luncheon to follow. Arrangements made by Girrbach Funeral Home, Hastings. The adult musical comedy “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change,” will take to the stage at The Revue in Nashville next weekend. Revue veterans Jeremy and Kelly Schneider along with Nashville’s Chris Caldwell and Lakewood’s Lindsey Hemming, will take the audience through a series of vignettes connected by the central theme of love and relationships. The show, off-Broadway’s longest-running musical, celebrates the modern-day suburban mating game. Act I details the journey from dating and waiting to lovers and marriage, while Act II reveals the agonies and triumphs of in-laws and newborns, trips in the family car and pick-up techniques of the geriatric set. This production pays tribute to those who have loved and lost and to those who have fallen on their face at the portal of romance. The show opens Friday, June 18, at 7 p.m. and plays Saturday, June 19, at 7 p.m., Sunday, June 20, at 3 p.m., June 25 and 26 at 7 p.m. and June 27 at 3 p.m. Tickets are available at the door, or reserved seating is available by e-mailing therevue1@yahoo.com or calling 517-7491229. Doors open 30 minutes before the show at Main Street Theatre House located at 301 N. Main St. in Nashville. Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net 77528585 102 Cook Hastings “I had a good career and an interesting career,” 77546837 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. jurisdiction of the Army Corps of Engineers which built bomb shelters. “They were interested only in saving money,” he said, “and they were set on making things look cheap even if it cost them more money.” �Social News The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 17, 2010 — Page 7 Lake Odessa One change coming for Art in the Park is that all the food vendors will be along M-50 next to Swifty’s Place. No vehicles will be allowed in the park this year due to a new walkway diagonally across the park. Changes are being made also on the circle drive south of Third Avenue. This was a convenient spot for entry into the park for those who had loads to drop off. We shall see what arrangements will be made for transporting goods from vehicle to assigned spots along the diagonal walk. The Tri-River Museum group met Tuesday at the Edmore museum housed in a former Lutheran Church. What an interesting set of displays. Following the meeting and tour of the museum, the 25 or so members drove to the nearby home of member Dana Macklin for lunch, eaten on the broad veranda, served by the local Edmore members. Following lunch, the host escorted his guests on a tour of the house with its beautiful appointments, its bomb shelter down a flight of steps below the basement, the second story and another set of stairs to the third-floor attic. The third owner was banker Wager. We wonder what connection he had with Lake Odessa’s Humphrey Wager, developer of the village here. Members attended from Clarksville, Lake Odessa, Freeport and points west and north. Word was that the Caledonia historical group is interested in joining. Eggs from near and far The Overholts celebrate 60th wedding anniversary Browns to celebrate 60th wedding anniversary Hubert and Carleen Overholt will celebrate 60 years of marriage on 25 June 2010 with a family gathering. Their children, Bryan (Anne) of Marietta, Ga., Richard of Sheridan, Wy., Marie (Gerald) LaPlante of McKinney, Tx., Martha (Brian) Bay of Kalamazoo; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, will join them for this occasion. George and Martha Brown will be celebrating their 60th anniversary on Wednesday, June 23. They were united in marriage on Friday, June 23, 1950 at Detroit, Mich. Their children include: Sue Doozan (David) of Hastings, Mich., Richard Brown (Wendy) of Milford, Mich. They have six grandchildren. Marriage Licenses looking grim,” says Capper with a laugh. Even if the semi-truck hauls other goods (such as apples) back to where it came from, there’s a lot of traveling involved to get eggs and produce to us. The farmers market example and the local poultry farm case do involve less traveling for each egg. But there are other issues we want to consider, since our real concern likely isn’t food miles itself but how much energy is consumed getting the eggs from the chickens to our frying pans. Here are two important facts. Let’s say the farmers market eggs get to the sales booth via a pickup truck, and I go back and forth to where I buy my eggs in a car. I know it may not seem like it, but 18wheelers are really quite fuel-efficient compared to pickups and cars when you consider all that they haul. Capper tells me they typically get about 5.4 miles on a gallon of diesel (plus, for a refrigerated truck capable of carrying eggs, they burn half a gallon of fuel per hour to keep everything cool). But the trucks move up to 23,400 dozen eggs. Capper showed me the arithmetic that clearly shows the most energy-efficient way for me to buy eggs for my household is to go to the supermarket, essentially relying on that highly efficient 18-wheeler. And that’s not even considering the notion that I’ll likely go to the supermarket anyway, to buy laundry detergent, light bulbs, toothpaste, etc. There are other reasons to buy locally produced eggs, Capper is quick to point out. You might want to support local agriculture, or you might prefer the taste of eggs from alternative systems. But if energy conservation is your primary concern in what groceries you buy, it pays to reason and go with the numbers rather than following your gut. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter at RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University. Stephen Michael Bair, Mechanicsburg, PA and Jillian Suzanne Fasick, Middleville, MI. Robert Frederick Frey, Hastings and Jessica Marie Brownell, Hastings. Scott Matthew Larue, Wayland and Lisa Lynn Thiel, Wayland. Joshua Mark Lyke, Vermontville and Emily Ann Quisenberry, Middleville. Andrew Stewart McRoy, Caledonia and Brittany Amber Weeks, Middleville. Michael Thomas Mitchell, Delton and Lou Ann High, Delton. Ryan Thomas Walker, Hastings and Kalica AnnGood, Hastings. Bud and Dorothy Semrau celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on 11 June 2010. They were married at the Coats Grove Church of Christ in 1960 and have resided in the following locations: East Lansing, MI/MSU; Ft Knox, KY; Manhattan, KS/Ft Riley (three locations); Ft Wolters, TX; Kaiserslautern, GE (two locations); Ft Benning, GA; Ft Bragg, NC; Bud to Jungle Warfare School, Panama, then first year in Vietnam; Dorothy back to Hastings; Camp Hill, PA; Bud second year in Vietnam; Dorothy remained in Camp Hill, PA; Ft Lewis, WA; Ft Bliss, TX; Norfolk, VA; Alexandria, VA; Bud to Korea; Dorothy remained in Alexandria; Ft Ord, CA; Carlisle Barracks, PA; Ft Riley, KS; Winchester, KY; Kelley Barracks, GE; Denkendorf, GE. After 27 years, Bud retired from the US Army; Bud and Dorothy returned to Michigan, then to Algonquin Lake home, followed by three locations in Barstow, CA, then Broomfield, CO, back to previously purchased home in Alexandria, VA and finally returning to current home north of Nashville. In addition to raising two children, oftentimes while Bud was on unaccompanied tours of duty, Dorothy graduated with highest distinction from George Mason University and has held systems analysis management positions in support of the Department of Defense. She is currently the Castleton Township treasurer. The couple have two children: Julie (Mark), Scott (Julie) and five grandchildren: Jessica (Josh), Justin, Lauren, Karen and Steven. Bud and Dorothy celebrated with a two nights/three day ‘adventure’ at Mt Pleasant’s Soaring Eagle Casino, compliments of their family. ® “Dr. Danielle” D.C. and “Dr. Bob” D.C. The are now at Bercier Family Chiropractic 1225 W. State St., Hastings (Next to McDonald’s) Accepting most insurances Call for your appointment today 77543076 by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters To me, there’s nothing like a breakfast that involves an egg. That dose of protein, I think, helps me last at work until noon or even beyond the lunch hour, if need be. Like me, you probably often have a dozen eggs on your grocery list. In some parts of the country, there are three choices for procuring eggs. You can buy them at a supermarket, at a local farmers market or directly from a local farm. If you want to support small farms — for any reason — then the second or third choice will be yours. But what if you care most intensely about what are increasingly being called “food miles” and how much energy is used bringing the food from the farm to your doorstep? Food miles are the number of miles that food has traveled to reach you. It seems intuitively obvious that the lower the number of food miles, the less energy you are causing to be used for your groceries. It’s better to buy food produced near you than food grown across the country, right? Sadly, intuition does not always agree with reason and arithmetic. Jude Capper of the animal sciences department at Washington State University recently took me through the example of buying eggs from the three sources mentioned above. The numbers that follow are just an example — your numbers would vary. Let’s say it’s 1.5 miles from a house to the supermarket, seven miles from that house to the farmers market, and 27 miles from that same house to a local poultry farm that will sell to the public. (Those numbers fit my situation pretty well, although they were chosen by Capper for another location.) Now let’s think of the food miles of the eggs themselves. In the case of the supermarket, Capper’s example has them coming from 800 miles away in an 18-wheeler. Add the 1.5 miles for a person to get to the store and that’s 801.5 miles of total driving around before the consumer first picks up the eggs. “Obviously, on the first analysis, the food miles for the supermarket example are Bud and Dorothy Semrau celebrated 50th wedding anniversary 77546977 77546991 The First Congregational Church will hold its annual father/son breakfast Sunday, June 20, at 8 a.m. The grand marshal reception in honor of Marian Klein will be held at the Freight House Museum immediately following the opening Lake Odessa Fair parade on Wednesday, June 30. The parade starts at 6 p.m. There is ample parking at the museum. Marti Lind of Clarksville and Ann Rademacher of Portland were the hostess pair at the Saturday meeting of the Ionia County Genealogical Society as it met in the afternoon. Joanne Harvey was the featured speaker, relating the sources of information available to those searching for people who came to Michigan by the England-Canada-Ontario route. Dr. Lola Haller presided in the absence of president Pamela Swiler. More than 30 attended. Yarrow plants are starting their blooming. Hydrangea bushes are putting forth their showy big blooms. Many yards are sporting showy flower beds. One such is that of David and Judy Lake on Washington Boulevard. Their circular bed has an interesting combination of colors. Thanks to the Lake Odessa Garden Club, the flower beds at the Depot are in fine array. The Red Cross Blood Mobile will again be in town on Monday, June 28, at Fellowship Hall from noon to 5:45 p.m. (269) 945-BACK (2225) 77546840 �Page 8 — Thursday, June 17, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Rutland board begins repealing ordinance after $30,000 worth of litigation by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern At their June 9 meeting, members of the Rutland Charter Township Board approved putting into motion repealing of an ordinance that has caused them three years and $30,000 worth of litigation. The ordinance, originally put into place to protect Algonquin and Podunk lakes against “keyholing,” which refers to companies erecting numerous condominiums on one lake access point and allowing all condo residents to use the same entrance, was previously taken to court by residents of Algonquin Lake, stating that the ordinance should protect against backlot users docking their boats on the lake, even with the permission of dock owners. In cases between the residents and the board, a circuit court ruled in favor of the board in July 2008, but the ruling was taken to the court of appeals which ruled in favor of the residents, stating that the first, or ‘purpose’ paragraph of the ordinance where keyholing was mentioned, was a preamble and not pertinent to the body of the ordinance. The court also ruled that ‘single-family use’, a phrase found within the ordinance, meant that only the owners of the property could have access to the lake from their own access points, excluding friends and off-property family. The ruling was appealed again, but the supreme court refused to hear the case. Now that legal action has ceased, the board proposed the ordinance be set in motion to be removed and over time replaced with a more specifically worded edict directed only at keyholing and building. The board expressed concerns with rushing the process and ending up with another ordinance that was not clear enough and could be misconstrued, and also that the removal of the ordinance will leave the lakes unprotected. “I’m afraid that if we repeal the ordinance that it will leave the door open for condos and builders,” said Rob Lee, trustee. However, the motion passed unopposed, and the next step in the removal of the old ordinance will be to take it to the planning commission for public hearing. The board also discussed whether it should continue to be a member of the Michigan Townships Association (MTA), a $2,487 annual expense to the board. Some members of the board complained that the service was not worth the money being spent on it, since hardly any of the board members utilize its services to the full extent, and also they are being charged on top of the yearly fee for extra seminars. It was suggested that the dissatisfaction with the service was because of the lack of use by the trustees. “I wasn’t even aware that you could use this service to research things. There have been things that I wanted to research and I’ve had to call my lawyer,” said Lee. A motion was made to continue the service for another year to give the board a chance to utilize it. The motion passed unanimously. The board also discussed paving the parking lot outside of the township building, deciding upon which asphalt bid to accept. The choice was between A-1 Asphalt with a bid of $2,288 and Murray’s Asphalt with a bid of $2,698. The board has budgeted $4,500 for repairs and maintenance to the township hall, and also received a grant for the price of the line painting that will be put on top of the new asphalt. The board agreed to accept A-1’s bid which includes two coats of asphalt. The board also passed a motion to accept an anonymous gift to apply crushed asphalt to one of the drives at Rutland Cemetery on Upton Road. The board will pay for the excavation of the drive and accepted Anderson and Sons bid of $550 for the excavation. The next scheduled meeting of the Rutland Charter Township Board will be Wednesday, July 14, at 7:30 pm. My Alpha Place fundraiser: Community members walk and pray by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern My Alpha Place (MAP), a faith-based organization that provides a sanctuary of knowledge and mentoring support to families in crises, held its 15th annual walk last Saturday to raise funds for its general operation, educational materials and material needs for families in the community. Slightly more than 30 members of the community turned up to walk to support MAP, voyaging around Hastings to five ‘prayer points’ that were set up. The points were designed to follow the five needs that people have, including medical, family, education, politics/economics, and spirituality. The thought behind each point is that the walkers take the time to pray or meditate about the needs of MAP and the clients that they support. Every walker was given a sponsorship envelope in which to collect donation money prior to the race. Every walker who collected more than $150 in donations received a MAP shirt courtesy of the program, and all the walkers together received the satisfaction of a successful fundraiser. In donations and sponsorships, the walk and its participants raised $3,200 with more donations still coming in from other sources. The donations will go to expenses such as bills and office supplies, insurance, material needs for the families, and to help fuel the many programs MAP provides for their clients. “We provide curriculum for crises pregnancies, for the mothers where they learn about the baby’s growth, nutrition, how to bond with and talk to the baby in the womb, Tonya Delnay and Tom Defer set out to lead prayer points. and then after the baby is born, they’re taught things like infant massage, bonding, mental and physical development, accident and illness first aid, and car seat safety,” said Lois Ozuna, MAP director. Although most of the walkers were walking in support of the center without ever having been clients, some were individuals who were familiar with the aid MAP provides because they themselves had at one point needed the assistance and support of the program. “I walked for My Alpha Center because I support this place completely. I got a free pregnancy test here last year, and once I learned that I was pregnant, I committed Past board member Martha Stoetzel with board president Mary Helen Nedry, going to lead prayer point two, financial. The family prayer point meets to pray. Walkers head out to start circling the prayer points. myself to coming to the classes that they have,” said Angela Hilbert, participant in the walk and MAP outreach recipient. “What they do here is a great benefit to mothers and I wanted to represent this place. I want other mothers to be able to come here because it teaches you so much and the program is excellent. It’s like a home; it’s like a family.” Aside from free pregnancy testing and parenting programs, MAP also provides and funds a store in which clients can spend ‘Alpha Bucks,’ the reward for participating in and completing the classes given by the center. The bucks can buy clothing, toys, diapers, wipes, car seats, and many other items. “I think that what they do here is amazing, and I’d like to see more people introduced into the programs that they have. I think the reason everyone here walked is because they care, and they know how important this center is to a lot of women,” said one participant of the walk. Along with individual sponsors and donations, churches in the community also donated funds to MAP’s faith-oriented ideals and programs, including Thornapple Valley Church, Hastings First Baptist, Middleville First Baptist, Middleville Wesleyan, Moline Christian Reformed, and Grace Wesleyan, helping to keep the center running and continuing to support the needs of the community all year long Car show and more set to take over Nashville this weekend After the walk, attendees go in to have snacks. TRASH, continued from page 1 year of almost certainly perpetual federal funding for operations at the office to administer care to uninsured patients and those receiving Medicaid assistance, she said. “We have to demonstrate, in the grant, that we have facility space, or will have facility space, to meet the needs for services,” she elaborated. The design work would reflect an additional four exam rooms at the office. According to Scrimger, the funding entailed by the designation would be ensured for three consecutive years, after which time it would need to be reapplied for annually. “As long as you’re doing everything you’re supposed to be doing and meeting the requirements, you will continue to receive the funding,” she said. While Scrimger insisted that the funding would be all but guaranteed, some of the commissioners who voted against the proposal cited the lack of total certainty regarding perpetuity of the funding as having influenced their decision. Another notion cited by some of those who voted against the proposal was the idea of funding plans for something for which county funds would not be available to later pursue. “Who do we take the money from?” asked Houtman, who explained that the county is expected to begin its next fiscal year with sev- eral hundred thousand dollars less than the current fiscal year. Providing a counterpoint to Houtman’s argument, Callton explained that the possibility of receiving the funding warrants the upfront expense necessary to determine for certain whether the remodeling would be unaffordable. “Approximately 15 percent of Barry County is without health insurance. That’s about 9,000 people, and our clinics act as a safety net for these people,” said Callton. “ For a few thousand dollars, I don’t want to shut the door on what could be a very important grant.” The proposal did not detail any cost associated with the hiring of an architect for the planning, and some of the commissioners who voted against the proposal also cited this as a concern. Following the vote, the commissioners instructed Brown to arrange for bids to be collected for such planning so that the issue could once again be brought before the committee. In addition, the commissioners approved a bid of $8,950 from the Watervliet-based Future Roofing for repairs to the roof of the Barry County Courthouse. Because of the amount of the bid, the commissioners were not required to wait until they next met as a board to take the action. Brown explained that, while a bid of nearly $18,000 for the repairs was accepted in 2008, the dissolution of the business originally slated to handle the repairs required that a different entity be sought. The commissioners also voted to later consider the following possible courses of action: • A resolution to allow bids to be accepted for the purchase of bonds from the county to aid in the Finkbeiner/Crane Road Bridge Project, which involves construction of a bridge across the Thornapple River. • Approve an annual implementation plan for the Region 3B Area Agency on Aging. • Renew a contract between the county and the Michigan Municipal Risk Management Authority regarding insurance coverage to cost just over $320,000 for the period of July 1, 2010, to July 1, 2011. • Adopt a resolution to protest passage of a bill that would amend Public Act 312 of 1969 and expand the bargaining processes available to municipal employees detailed by the bill. • Reassign the right of use of an enclosed trailer from the county’s building and grounds department to its emergency management department. • Appoint Stolsonburg and Houtman as primary and secondary delegates, respectively, for a meeting regarding the Municipal Employees Retirement System scheduled to take place Sept. 15 to 17. Along with the classic cars, a variety of events are set to take place June 18 and 19 in and around Nashville. Vintage cars and cruisers will take to the street next weekend for the 10th annual Nashville Car Show. Along with the cars, contests and events that have been held for the past decade, this year’s celebration will feature several new aspects. On Friday evening, Grace Community Church in Nashville will host a karaoke contest and comedy skits, along with a variety of snacks. Fireworks also are planned to light up the sky on Friday at 10 p.m. If weather conditions prohibit the display on Friday, the show will be moved to Saturday evening. The fireworks will be launched from behind the downtown businesses. A softball tournament will begin Friday evening at the fields behind the stores and will continue Saturday. Also on Saturday, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., Nashville Baptist Church will host a children’s carnival. A car wash, trolley rides to MOO-ville Creamery, pancake breakfast, parade, concert by the Maple Valley– Ionia Community Band, book sale and art show at Putnam District Library, door prizes and much more are planned for the weekend. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 17, 2010 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of with Esther Walton EDWARD JONES 1924 series retold stories Smart investment moves for newlyweds of pioneer life in Barry County Following are personal recollections of early Barry County residents who responded to the Banner’s 1924 request to share their memories. The entire headline read: “Old residents of Barry County who have seen it developed from an almost boundless forest into a rich farming community – Some of the interesting experiences of these ‘old pioneers.’” These were originally printed in the 1924 Banner and were collected and transcribed by Gordon Mitchell of Hickory Corners. ***** April 2, 1924 Mr. and Mrs. James McDonald Mr. and Mrs. James McDonald, of Hope Township, came to Barry County 47 years ago in July with their five small children, locating on the east shore of Big Cedar Lake, then almost a wilderness, no clearings or no buildings being in sight, Mr. McDonald having to cut away the woods and grubs to build their log house, and there on the hills of Hope they labored and struggled for years. Mr. McDonald was born in Evans, Erie County, N.Y. He will be 84 years old the 11th of August. He came with his parents to Michigan in 1858. In 1861, he enlisted in the 7th Regiment Michigan Volunteer Infantry, served two years, was severely wounded at the battle of Antietam and then discharged. After the close of the war, he married Miss Catherine Van Denburg, who was born at Ballston, Saratoga County, N.Y. Mrs. McDonald is 78 years old. Mr. and Mrs. H.E. Ludlow H.E. Ludlow, son of Mr. and Mrs. Maxfield Ludlow, was born in White Lake Township, Oakland County, Jan. 30, 1838. In the year of 1840, they moved to Marshall, Calhoun County. In 1845, they drove with an ox team to Barry County and settled on what was later known as the Rolly Carpenter farm in Carlton Center, thence to the village of Hastings in 1849. At that time, there were only two grocery stores, one owned by Henry Goodyear, the other by a man called “Coon-Skin” Young, nicknamed as such because of the big business he carried on in the buying of coon- skins. A log tavern stood down by the river, a post office, and the first school where he attended school were the other remaining buildings. Some of his school mates were Billy Hitchcock, the Knappen and Bailey boys and Oliver Greenfield. A little later, the grist mill operated by Nathan Barlow and a saw mill were built. They then moved to Ionia County in the year of 1852. During the next three years, he carried the mail by horseback from Hastings to Ionia. Nathan Barlow was postmaster of Hastings post office. Mr. Ludlow served in the Civil War during the years of 1864 and 1865, in the 13th Michigan Infantry. In the spring of 1869, Mr. Ludlow, in company with Milo Bunn of Carlton and Benjamin Bare of Irving, drove with open wagons and horse teams to Tekamah, Burt County, Neb. The following September, the Ludlow and Bunn families with Jerry Rogers and family followed by the railroad. After spending three years in the West, the Ludlow family moved back to Michigan, settling near Freeport and later moved to Freeport and resided there until 11 years ago. During the winter months Mr. and Mrs. Ludlow live at Kalamo, Eaton County, their summers are spent very pleasantly in their cottage at Gun Lake. At present Mr. Ludlow is very ill at his daughter’s home in Freeport. Nelson Hardy Orr Nelson Hardy Orr was born in Orleans County, N.Y., March 8, 1839. With his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Orr, he moved to Michigan and settled in Orangeville Township on March 31, 1839. He enlisted Sept. 20, 1864, in Grand Rapids, with the new 3rd Infantry. He received an honorable discharge April 2, 1866. Hardy was married before the war to Charlotte Cole, who was one of many young war brides whose loving duty it was to remain at home and “keep the home fires burning” and to wait and watch and pray through those long days and weeks and months of his absence. They are both still living on their farm near Milo. With the exception of his time of service, Hardy has been a continual resident of Barry County for 68 years. Charlton Park hosting largest one-day car show in state Sunday June is a popular month for weddings. If you’re getting married this month, you’ve got a lot on your mind, but after the honeymoon is over, it’s time to start thinking of the key activities of building a life together — one of which is creating a long-term investment strategy. To build such a strategy, you and your spouse will need to take several steps. Here are some of the most important ones: • Identify your goals. People can enter marriage at different stages of life. But whether you’re a young newlywed or a baby boomer entering a second marriage, both you and your spouse will have a set of goals you want to achieve, such as saving for a down payment on a home, saving for college for your children, building resources for a comfortable retirement, purchasing a vacation home, supporting charitable organizations and so on. It’s important that, as a couple, you identify those financial goals that are most important to you. • List your debts and assets. Generally speaking, the fewer “surprises” you and your spouse bring to a marriage, in terms of financial issues, the better. If you haven’t already done so, put your debts and assets “on the table” so you’re both aware of what you owe and what you own. This knowledge will be invaluable when you begin making the investment moves necessary to achieve your goals. • Discuss your investment styles. You and your spouse no doubt share many traits, but you will also have some differences — and one of those differences may be in your investment styles and preferences. For exam- ple, you may be an aggressive investor, while your spouse might be more conservative. What you choose to do with those differences is up to you. You could, for example, arrive at some common ground between your two styles and use that approach in your joint investment accounts. Then, for your individual accounts, such as your IRA or 401(k), you and your spouse can follow your individual investment styles. • Start an emergency fund. Of all the investment-related moves you can make early in your marriage, none may be quite as important as building an emergency fund containing six to 12 months’ worth of living expenses in a liquid account. Without this emergency fund, you could quickly go into debt or be forced to dip into a long-term investment if you have to meet an unexpected, and unexpectedly large, expense, such as a major car repair, a new appliance or a medical bill. • Get some help. If you can make the right investment-related moves right from the beginning of your marriage, you’ll almost certainly make your lives easier. But investing can be complicated, so you and your spouse could well benefit from getting assistance from a professional financial advisor — someone who can help you create and maintain an investment portfolio that’s appropriate for your specific goals, risk tolerance and time horizon. By making the right investment moves, right from the start of your marriage, you and your spouse may be giving yourselves a “wedding gift” that may benefit you for years to come. So plan your moves carefully — and enjoy your lives together. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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This year’s reception, is limited to 18 participating exhibitors to have a chance to showcase Barry County food products. Donations to sample the Taste of Barry County will be $3 per person. Net proceeds from the reception will be donated to the youth premium fund. Tickets will be sold during the week of the fair at the Farm Bureau tent or in the community tent before the event begins on July 24. “ S t r etchi n g ” “Your repair dollars go further at” The objective of the Taste of Barry County is to allow organizations to promote and provide samples of the food products they either produce, process or retail to consumers. Sampling will take place at the Community Tent at the Barry County Fair. This is only a tasting, and products can’t be sold during the event. Any local businesses that would like to participate in the Taste of Barry County Reception may get an exhibitor’s registration form and more information by contacting Rachelle Lehman, administrative manager with Barry County Farm Bureau at 269-945-3443. Lehman worked with committee members Gloria Pennington, Heather Wing and Suzanne Pufpaff on this project. The deadline to register for the Taste of Barry County is June 28. Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! 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Call: Dan McKinney 269-838-7057 or Tom McKinney 269-838-3842 Dennis Thiss, Owner Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply SATISFACTION GUARANTEED REPAIRS! 77546173 Hundreds of vehicles are expected to be on display for the Father’s Day Car Show at Historic Charlton Park. heat? is the admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children ages 5 to 12, and age 4 and under are free. Additional information can be found at charltonpark.org The park is located at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road, just north of M-79 between Hastings and Nashville. For more information or directions, call 269-945-3775. The park’s recreation area will be closed the day of the car show. South Charlton Park Road, from M-79 to River Road will be closed June 20 from 5:30 to 11 a.m., except to residential and event traffic. Residents and event visitors may proceed north only on Charlton Park Road. OWNER OPERATORS COMPANY DRIVERS on If you’re having a hard time paying your ‡‡”‰›�„‹ŽŽ•�‘”�Œ—•–�‰‘–�ƒ�•Š—–Ǧ‘ơ�‘–‹…‡ǡ� there may be help available. �‹•‹–�™™™Ǥ‹…Š‹‰ƒǤ‰‘˜Ȁ‹„”‹†‰‡•�–‘� apply for help. Don’t sweat it. You may qualify for ‡‡”‰‡…›�‡‡”‰›�ƒ••‹•–ƒ…‡Ǥ 77546843 More than 1,100 vehicles are expected to be exhibited at the 29th annual Father’s Day Car Show at Historic Charlton Park in Hastings Sunday, June 20, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event, sponsored by the Southern Michigan Street Rod Association, features door prizes, cash prizes, and 42 other awards. The show will also include music, festival food and a swap meet with more than 200 vendors. The awards ceremony begins at 3 p.m., and participants must be present to win. All cars must be 1990 or older and must be driven in under their own power. No trailered vehicles will be allowed. Show car registration is $15, general Prominent Battle Creek carrier seeks O/O’s and company drivers with CDL A’s. Over-the-road and regional dedicated work available. Must be able to perform Canadian assignments. O/O equipment must be well-maintained and seven years or newer. Clean driving record, flexibility and stable employment history essential. If you seek a work environment dedicated to superior customer service, please contact us. Apply in person: 4708 Wayne Road or Fax resume (269) 441-3308. To request application packet, call (269) 441-3300 or 888-493-3278. EOE/drug-free workplace. 77546790 �Page 10 — Thursday, June 17, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard J. Decker, a married man and Tammy Decker, a married woman, to Fifth Third Mortgage MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated November 9, 2005 and recorded August 21, 2009 in Instrument Number 200908210008607, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty and 83/100 Dollars ($66,930.83) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 15, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Westerly comer of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet to the South line of Parkway Drive, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet to the Place of Beginning of this description, thence continuing North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 55 feet, thence South 33 degrees 24 minutes 13 seconds West 73.99 feet, thence South 56 degrees 43 minutes 58 seconds East on a traverse line along Gun Lake 55 feet, thence North 33 degrees 05 minutes 31 seconds East 67.68 feet to the Place of Beginning. Also that land which lies between said traverse line and Gun Lake. Also an undivided 1/2 interest in Kimberly Park, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet, thence North 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds East 103.63 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds West 35.45 feet to the Place of Beginning of this description, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.3 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet, thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, thence South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet to the Place of Beginning. Also an undivided 1/15 interest in Parkway Drive, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly comer of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet to the Place of Beginning of this description, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West 118 feet, thence North 67 degrees 29 minutes 10 seconds West 37 feet, thence North 26 degrees 23 minutes 25 seconds East 36.32 feet, thence North 22 degrees 14 minutes 40 seconds East 22.0 feet, thence North 34 degrees 04 minutes 33 seconds East 40.0 feet, thence North 46 degrees 17 minutes 42 seconds East 41.0 feet, thence South 82 degrees 33 minutes 10 seconds East 116.0 feet, thence North 85 degrees 34 minutes 35 seconds East 70.0 feet, thence South 81 degrees 17 minutes 15 seconds East 288.7 feet to the West line of England Drive, thence South 28 degrees 29 minutes West on the West line of England Drive 36.0 feet, thence North 50 degrees 55 minutes 00 seconds West 29.88 feet, thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 38 seconds West 220.23 feet, thence North 88 degrees 03 minutes 13 seconds West 28.77 feet, thence South 65 degrees 20 minutes 13 seconds West 71.65 feet, thence South 21 degrees 23 minutes 40 seconds West 81.9 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds West 35.45 feet, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.3 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet, thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, thence South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet, thence North 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds East 35.45 feet, thence South 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds West 103.63 feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 17, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.5719 ASAP# 3612247 06/17/2010, 77546952 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010, 07/08/2010 Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Lee and Susan Taylor (“Borrower”) to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 7207 Gurd Rd, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of June 9, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after June 9, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. June 9, 2010 By: MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB 629 W State Street, 77546915 Hastings, MI 49058 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CLIFFORD M. MEAD and SHARI S. MEAD, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated February 5, 2003, and recorded on February 11, 2003, in Document No. 1097420, and assigned by said mortgagee to GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty-Nine Dollars and NinetySix Cents ($80,729.96), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on July 8, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 42 OF VALLEY PARK SHORES #1, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 4 OF PLATS ON PAGE 38 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 2, 2010 GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77546785 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 STATE OF MICHIGAN 56B JUDICIAL DISTRICT JUDGMENT OF POSSESSION AFTER LAND CONTRACT FORFEITURE CASE NO. 10-0542 SP COURT ADDRESS 206 West Court Street, Suite 202, Hastings, MI 49058 COURT TELEPHONE NO. (269) 945-1404 Plaintiff THE RAYMOND VILLAIRE TRUST NEAL J. BARNETT P42777 2041 E. SQUARE LAKE RD., SUITE 100 TROY, MI 48085 (248) 644-3600 Plaintiff Attorney v Defendant LEONARD GRAFF THE COURT FINDS: default* * For a defendant on active military duty, default judgment shall not be entered except as provided by the Servicememebers Civil Relief Act. There is now due to plaintiff: Amount: $40,000.00 (Interest) $ 3,795.00 Costs $ 712.00 Total $44,507.00 TO THE DEFENDANT, IT IS ORDERED: A judgment of possession for breach of a land contract is entered in this case for the following described property: 5372 GUERNSEY LAKE ROAD, DELTON, MICHIGAN 49046. The court has determined you owe $44,507, including interest paid to 5/26/2010, you have 90 days from the date of delivery/mailing of this judgment to pay. If you do not pay the judgment by the time stated or if the breach is not cured by the date stated, an order of eviction may be issued. YOU ARE ADVISED that you may file a motion for a new trial, a motion to set aside a default judgment, or an appeal and appeal bond within 10 days of judgment. This must comply with all court rules and must be filed in court by June 7, 2010. You may want legal help. Date: May 26, 2010 77546460 Judge Gary R. Holman P15079 Public Land Auction The Barry & Ionia County Treasurers will be offering tax reverted real estate at public Auction on July 21, 2010. The Auction will be held at Ionia County I.S.D, 2191 Harwood Road, Ionia MI Registration at 11:00am, Auction at 12:00pm. Online bidding will be available via www.tax-sale.info. Visit our website at www.tax-sale.info or call 1-800-259-7470. Sale listings are available at your local County Treasurers Office. 77546520 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Alexander A Napier and Renita Napier, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 12, 2006, and recorded on October 19, 2006 in instrument 1171621, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, As Trustee For HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2007-HE1 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Three Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-One And 73/100 Dollars ($203,271.73), including interest at 10.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 15 acres of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4, North of Highway M-66, section 14, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan, except commencing at a point on the North line of the South 15 acres that is 300 feet West of the East line of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4; thence South to the Northerly right-of-way of Highway M-66; thence Northeasterly along said Northerly right-of-way to the North line of the South 15 acres; thence West to the point of beginning Being the same property conveyed to Alexander Napier and Renita Napier, husband and wife by deed dated 1/22/2003 and recorded 2/4/2003 in Document number 1096970 in the office of the recorder of Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546723 File #275867F02 NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. Notwithstanding, if the debt secured by this property was discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is NOT an attempt to collect that debt. You are presently in default under your Mortgage Security Agreement, and the Mortgage Holder may be contemplating the commencement of foreclosure proceedings under the terms of that Agreement and Michigan law. You have no legal obligation to pay amounts due under the discharged note. A loan modification may not serve to revive that obligation. However, in the event you wish to explore options that may avert foreclosure, please contact our office at the number listed below. Attention: The following notice shall apply only if the property encumbered by the mortgage described below is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.7cc. Attention Mary K Sloan and Todd T Sloan, regarding the property at 8475 Hidden Dr. Middleville, MI 49333. The following notice does not apply if you have previously agreed to modify the mortgage loan under section 3205b. 3205a, 3205b and 3205c do not apply unless the terms of the modified mortgage loan entered into were complied with for one year after the date of the modification. You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. is the designee with authority to make agreements under MCL 600.3205b and MCL 600.3205c, and can be contacted at: 811 South Blvd., Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 8445123. You may also contact a housing counselor. For more information, contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) by visiting www.michigan.gov/mshda or calling (866) 946-7432. If you request a meeting with Potestivo & Associates, P.C.within 14 days after the notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not commence until at least 90 days after the date said notice was mailed. If an agreement to modify the mortgage loan is reached and you abide by the terms of the agreement, the mortgage will not be foreclosed. You have the right to contact an attorney and can obtain contact information through the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738. Dated: June 17, 2010. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 information may be faxed to (248)267-3004, Attention: Loss Mitigation 77546981 Our File No: 10-25889 NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held June 15, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77547028 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Christopher B. Brownell, a single person and Christine M. Arnson, a single person, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated March 11, 2005 and recorded March 25, 2005 in Instrument Number 1143208, and Partial Release was recorded 8/11/2006 in Document Number 1168486, and an Affidavit of Scrivener's Error was submitted for recording, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Nine Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Seven and 82/100 Dollars ($59,687.82) including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 7, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence North 43 feet; thence East 452 feet; thence East 173.4 feet; thence North 62 degrees 40 minutes East 30 feet for the place of beginning; thence North 62 degrees 40 minutes East 113 feet; thence North 46 degrees 15 minutes East 116.2 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 691.1 feet more or less to the intersection of said line and a line running South 67 degrees East, a distance of 735.7 feet more or less from the aforesaid place of beginning, said last mentioned line being the Northeasterly line of Myers Street; thence Northwesterly along said line to the place of beginning. EXCEPT: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 7, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Township of Barry, County of Barry, State of Michigan; thence North 43 feet; thence East 452 feet; thence East 173.4 feet to the Southwesterly prolongation of the Southeasterly line of Kline Street; thence North 62 degrees 40 minutes East 30 feet along said Southeasterly line to the Northerly line of South Shore Drive; thence South 67 degrees East 100.0 feet along the Northerly line of South Shore Drive for the true place of beginning; thence North 47 degrees 41 minutes 30 seconds East 111.07 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 45.0 feet; thence North 40 degrees 30 minutes East 80.0 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 591.1 feet more or less to the Northerly line of South Shore Drive, formerly known as Myers Street; thence North 67 degrees West 635.7 feet more or less along said Northerly line, to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 10, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.6427 ASAP# 3600997 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 77546778 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by GEOFFREY MOFFAT, a single man, ("Mortgagor"), to SBC MORTGAGE, LLC, now a dissolved Michigan limited liability company, dated July 25, 2002, which was duly recorded in the office of the Barry County, Michigan, Register of Deeds on July 30, 2002, as Instrument No. 1084624 (the "Mortgage"). SBC Mortgage, LLC subsequently assigned the Mortgage to Chemical Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, of 2185 Three Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), as confirmed by an assignment of mortgage dated May 6, 2010, and recorded May 14, 2010, as instrument number 201005140004829. By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Twenty Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty Six and 24/100 Dollars ($27,986.24). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 24th day of June, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 16, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Beginning at the North 1/4 corner of Section 16; thence South 89°56'48" East 250.00 feet along the North line of said Northeast 1/4; thence South 05°20'00" East 178 feet more or less to the Centerline of Duncan Creek; thence meandering Westerly along said Centerline of Duncan Creek to the North-South 1/4 line of Section 16; thence North 00°33'10" East 212 feet more or less along said North-South 1/4 line to the place of beginning. Together with all the improvements erected on the real estate, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures a part of the property, and all replacements and additions. Commonly known as: Vacant Land on Garbow Road, Middleville, Michigan 49333 P.P. #08-14-016-004-50 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor's heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned. Dated: May 27, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77546433 1788443-1 STATE OF MICHIGAN BARRY COUNTY TRIAL COURT FAMILY DIVISION PUBLICATION AND NOTICE OF FRIEND OF THE COURT ANNUAL STATUTORY REVIEW PUBLIC NOTICE ANNUAL REVIEW OF PERFORMANCE RECORD OF THE FRIEND OF THE COURT Under Michigan law, the Chief Family Judge annually reviews the performance record of the Friend of the Court. The review will be conducted on or about July 1, 2010. This review is limited by law to the following criteria: • Whether the Friend of the Court is guilty of misconduct, neglect of statutory duty, or failure to carry out the written orders of the court relative to a statutory duty; • Whether the purpose of the Friend of the Court Act are being met; • Whether the duties of the Friend of the Court are being carried out in a manner that reflects the needs of the community. Members of the public may submit written comments to the Chief Family Judge relating to these criteria. Send your written comments, with your name and address to: Honorable William M. Doherty Barry County Trial Court, Family Division 206 W. Court Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 77546810 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Phillip E Geesey, A Married Person and Rachel Geesey His Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Greenridge Mortgage Services, LLC, Mortgagee, dated March 31, 2008, and recorded on April 11, 2008 in instrument 20080411-0003953, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Six Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-Five And 86/100 Dollars ($146,785.86), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 24, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Located in the North 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 14, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of said Section 14 a distance of 623.90 feet West of the Northeast corner of said Section 14; Thence South at right angles to said North section line a distance of 350.00 feet; Thence West 225.00 feet; Thence North 350.00 feet to said North section line; Thence East along said North section line 225.00 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 27, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546121 File #252111F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Henry Tanner and Lynda J. Tanner, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated January 26, 2007, and recorded on February 2, 2007 in instrument 1175985, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-Six And 80/100 Dollars ($121,556.80), including interest at 9.135% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 4: that part of Lot D, F, and Vacated Gwin Avenue in the recorded plat of Crooked Lake Summer Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof Being in Section 7, Town 1 North, Range 9 West and described as beginning at the Southwest Corner of Lot F of said Plat; thence North 52 degrees 39 minutes 26 seconds East on the South line of Lot F, 119.00 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence North 14 degrees 30 minutes 30 seconds West 98.17 feet; thence North 04 degrees 03 minutes 45 seconds East 37.01 feet; thence North 42 degrees 53 minutes 15 seconds East 93.97 feet to the East line of vacated Gwin Avenue; thence South 22 degrees 15 minutes 00 seconds East on the East line of vacated Gwin Avenue and the east line of Lot 138.98 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot F; thence South 52 degrees 39 minutes 26 seconds West on the South line of Said Lot, 119.00 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to Easements, Reservations, Restrictions and Limitations of Record if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #323331F01 77546940 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 17, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE No. 10-25608-DE Estate of MYRTLE I. TIFT. Date of Birth: March 17, 1916. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, MYRTLE I. TIFT, who lived at 371 SOUTH WHITMORE ROAD, RUTLAND TOWNSHIP, Michigan died April 7, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to TED TIFT, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 WEST COURT, SUITE 302, HASTINGS, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: June 9, 2010 DAVID H. TRIPP P29290 206 SOUTH BROADWAY HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 945-9585 TED TIFT 733 CRAZY WOMAN CANYON ROAD BUFFALO, WY 82834 77546936 (307) 684-0784 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven C. Dudley, and Robin L. Dudley, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 4, 2003 and recorded August 11, 2003 in Instrument Number 1110559, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-Four and 39/100 Dollars ($103,654.39) including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel of land in the Northeast onequarter of Section 18, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, described as commencing at the East one-quarter post of said Section 18, thence North 88 degrees 15 minutes 56 seconds West, 1318.10 feet along the East and West one-quarter line to the East line of the Southwest one-quarter 01 the Northeast onequarter 01 said section and the place of beginning, thence continuing North 88 degrees 15 minutes 56 seconds West 609.83 feet along said one-quarter line to a point 708.27 feet East of the center of said section, thence North 1 degree 44 minutes 04 seconds East, 250 feet at right angles to said one-quarter line, thence North 0 degrees 48 minutes 02 seconds West, 1071.99 feet, thence South 88 degrees 16 minutes 12 seconds East, 598.75 feet along the North line of the Southwest one-quarter of the Northeast one-quarter, thence South 0 degrees 48 minutes 02 seconds East, 1322.30 feet along said East line to the place of beginning, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 10, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248502-1400 File No. 617.3966 ASAP# 3595398 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nils A Moederzoon and Mary A Moederzoon, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Amenities Corp, Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2004, and recorded on October 13, 2004 in instrument 1135408, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Six Thousand One Hundred Thirty-One And 54/100 Dollars ($86,131.54), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land Between Lot 13 of Charleston Heights Addition and Lot 14 of Charleston Heights Addition no. 1 to the village of Middleville, Barry county, Michigan, according to the recorded plats, described as beginning at the Northeast corner of Lot 13 of said addition, thence North 60 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot 14 of said Addition no. 1, thence West 135 feet to the Southwest corner of said Lot 14, thence South 60 feet to the Northwest corner of Lot 13 of said Addition, thence East 135 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546964 File #328791F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy L Hook, and Leona E Hook, Husband and Wife as tenants by entirety, original mortgagor(s), to Bank One, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 1, 2004, and recorded on September 20, 2004 in instrument 1134112, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Three Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Six And 65/100 Dollars ($73,936.65), including interest at 6.65% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 24, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 250 feet West of the Southeast corner of the West 55 acres of the North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 6, thence North 222 feet, thence West 244.5 feet, thence South 222 feet, thence East 244.5 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 27, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #321107F01 77546142 NOTICE OF MODIFICATION OPPORTUNITY Borrower(s): Bryan J. Davis and Jody F. Davis Property Address: 903 E. Shore Drive, Battle Creek, MI 49017 Regarding mortgages dated April 5, 2006, in the original principal sums of $120,000.00 and $15,000, respectively. Pursuant to Michigan Compiled Laws 600.3205a, please be advised of the following: The mortgage holder is Homestead Savings Bank, F.S.B. Homestead‚s principal office is located at 415 S. Superior St., Albion, Michigan 49224. Homestead‚s telephone number is (517) 629-5588. Ms. Jenifer VanArman, Senior Vice President, is the bank‚s designated contact person who has the authority to make agreements to modify the loans or agree to other loss mitigation alternatives. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority‚s website at http://www.michigan. gov/mshda, or by calling 1-800-A-SHELTER, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year-round. Within 14 days after the date that this notice was mailed, you may request a meeting with the bank‚s designated agent to attempt to work out loan modifications to avoid foreclosure. You may also request that your housing counselor attend this meeting. If you request a meeting with the bank‚s designated contact person within the fourteen day period explained in the preceding paragraph, and in order to allow time to see if loan modification agreements can be reached, foreclosure proceedings will not begin until 90 days after the date of the mailing of this notice. If you and the designated agent reach an agreement to modify the loans, and if you comply with the terms of this agreement, the mortgages will not be foreclosed. If you and the bank‚s designated contact person are unable to agree to modify the loans, but it is determined that pursuant to statute you are eligible for loan modifications, the bank cannot foreclose the mortgages by advertisement, but must instead foreclose by filing a court action. You have the right to contact an attorney. The website for the Michigan State Bar‚s Lawyer Referral service is http://www.michbar.org/programs/lawyerreferral.cfm, and the toll-free number is (800) 968-0738. You may bring an action in circuit court if you are required by law to be served notice and foreclosure proceedings are commenced without such notice having been served upon you. If, in the past twelve (12) months you have agreed to modify your mortgage loans under the terms of MCL 600.3205a, you are not eligible to participate in this loan modification process unless you have complied with the terms of the mortgage loans as previously modified. Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are hereby advised that this letter is attempting to collect a debt, and that any information obtained will be used against you. Mark W. Garrison Tuck, Garrison & Moore, pllc Attorney For Homestead Savings Bank 403 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-5576 77546924 Dated: June 10, 2010 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by GEOFFREY MOFFAT, a single man, ("Mortgagor"), to SBC MORTGAGE, LLC, now a dissolved Michigan limited liability company, dated July 25, 2002, which was duly recorded in the office of the Barry County, Michigan, Register of Deeds on July 30, 2002, as Instrument No. 1084625 (the "Mortgage"). SBC Mortgage, LLC subsequently assigned the Mortgage to Chemical Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, of 2185 Three Mile Road NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), as confirmed by an assignment of mortgage dated May 6, 2010, and recorded May 14, 2010, as instrument number 201005140004828. By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Twenty Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty Six and 24/100 Dollars ($27,986.24). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 24th day of June, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 16, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 corner of Section 16; thence South 89°56'48" East 250.00 feet along the North line of said Northeast 1/4 to the place of beginning of this description; thence South 89°56'48" East 460.34 feet along said North line; thence South 00°03'12" West 33.00 feet; thence South 12°34'00" West 395 feet more or less to the centerline of Duncan Creek; thence meandering Westerly along said centerline of Duncan Creek to its intersection with a line which bears South 05°20'00" East from the place of beginning; thence North 05°20'00" West 178 feet more or less to the place of beginning. Together with all the improvements erected on the real estate, and all easements, appurtenances, and fixtures a part of the property, and all replacements and additions. Commonly known as: Vacant Land on Garbow Road, Middleville, Michigan 49333 P.P. #08-14-016-004-20 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale, unless the premises are abandoned. If the premises are abandoned, the redemption period will be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of the sale or upon expiration of fifteen (15) days after the Mortgagor is given notice pursuant to MCLA §600.3241a(b) that the premises are considered abandoned and Mortgagor, Mortgagor's heirs, executor, or administrator, or a person lawfully claiming from or under one (1) of them has not given the written notice required by MCLA §600.3241a(c) stating that the premises are not abandoned. Dated: May 27, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77546438 1788454-1 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jason L. Kious and Carrie A. Kious, husband and wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for America’s Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated January 6, 2005, and recorded on January 20, 2005, as Document Number: 1140397, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWALT 2005-07CB by an Assignment of Mortgage dated March 31, 2009 and recorded April 03, 2009 by Document Number: 20090403-00037253, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Three Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Three and 23/100 ($153,933.23) including interest at the rate of 6.50000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on June 24, 2010 Said premises are situated in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the East 1/2, Southwest 1/4, section 25, town 4 North, range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of said section; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes East 1325.13 feet along the East-West 1/4 line of said section; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds West 542.67 feet along the West line of said East 1/2, Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 16 minutes 30 seconds East 286.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds West 332.02 feet; thence North 89 degrees 16 minutes 30 seconds West 253.01 feet; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 57 seconds West 385.57 feet; thence North 56 degrees 27 minutes 26 seconds West 39.57 feet along the Centerline of Irving Road; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds East 692.52 feet along the West line of said East 1/2 of Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement as described in the "easement description". Easement Description: and Easement for Ingress, Egress, and utility purposes over a 66 foot wide strip of land, the centerline of which is described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of section 25, town 4 North, range 10 West; Thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes East 1325.13 feet along the East-West 1/4 line of said section; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds West 1235.19 feet along the West line of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said section; thence South 56 degrees 27 minutes 26 seconds East 39.57 feet along the centerline of Irving Road to the place of beginning of the centerline of said 66 foot wide Easement; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds East 385.57 feet along the East line of the West 33 feet of said East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 to the reference point "B"; thence South 89 degrees 16 minutes 30 seconds East 253.01 feet to the place of ending of said easement. Also over a 66 foot wide strip of land, the centerline of which is described as beginning at the above described reference point "B"; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 56 seconds East 611.42 feet; thence South 89 degrees 16 minutes 30 seconds East 17.00 feet to reference point "C" and the place of ending of said easement. Also over a 50 foot radius circle, the radius point of which is the above described reference point "C". Commonly known as: 3347 Eagleview Ct The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: May 27, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for the Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a the Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWALT 2005-07CB 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert W. Fleury, aka Robert Wayne Fleury, an unmarried man, to National City Mortgage, a division of National City Bank, Mortgagee, dated May 8, 2008 and recorded May 14, 2008 in Instrument Number 20080514-0005203, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred One Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Seven and 74/100 Dollars ($101,567.74) including interest at 5.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 24, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing 110 feet West of the Northeast Corner of West one-half Northwest one-quarter Section 9, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, for place of beginning. Thence West 200 feet; thence South 320 feet; thence East 145 feet; thence North 290 feet; thence East 55 feet; thence North 30 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 27, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 401.0579 ASAP# 3578309 05/27/2010, 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010 77546157 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by WILBURN PROPERTIES, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company ("Mortgagor"), to CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, having an office at 2185 Three Mile Road, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), dated November 20, 2008, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on December 1, 2008, as Instrument No. 20081201-0011420 (the "Mortgage"). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Two Hundred Ninety Seven Thousand Three Hundred Forty Two and 34/100 Dollars ($297,342.34). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 15th day of July, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the intersection of the East line of Russell Street and centerline of State Street; thence North 89 degrees 58 minutes 17 seconds East 264.00 feet along said centerline of State Street to the point of beginning of this description; thence North 00 degrees 16 minutes 51 seconds West 169.00 feet parallel to centerline of Russell Street; thence South 89 degrees 58 minutes 17 seconds West 132.00 feet parallel to said centerline of State Street; thence North 00 degrees 16 minutes 51 seconds West 272.50 feet parallel to said centerline of Russell Street; thence North 89 degrees 25 minutes 49 seconds East 202 feet; thence South 00 degrees 16 minutes 51 seconds East 441.5 feet to centerline of State Street; thence South 89 degrees 58 minutes 17 seconds West 70 feet along the said centerline of State Street to the place of beginning. Together with (a) all privileges, appurtenances, improvements, buildings, tenements, hereditaments, easements, rights of way, licenses, riparian and littoral rights, mineral/oil/gas/water rights, rights to adjoining land, and all other rights belonging to the above-described premises and which may hereafter attach thereto; (b) all rights to make divisions of such premises that are exempt from the platting requirements of the Michigan Land Division Act, as it shall be amended; (c) all rents, issues, profits, revenues, proceeds, accounts and general intangibles arising from or relating to the premises or any business conducted thereon by the Mortgagor including, without limitation, all rights, conferred by Act No. 210 of Michigan Public Act of 1953, as amended (collectively the "Rents and Accounts"); and (d) all equipment, other goods, and fixtures of every kind and nature whatsoever, now or hereafter located in or upon such premises or any part thereof and used or useable in connection with any present or future operation of such premises (hereinafter called "Equipment and Fixtures"), whether now owned or hereafter acquired by the Mortgagor, including, without limitation, all heating, air conditioning, ventilation, lighting, incinerating and power equipment, engines, signs, security systems, fences, hoists, cranes, compressors, pipes, pumps, tanks, motors, plumbing, cleaning, fire prevention, fire extinguishing, apparatus, elevators, escalators, shades, awnings, screens, storm doors and windows, appliances, attached cabinets, partitions, carpeting, ground maintenance equipment, and similar types of equipment, all of which shall be deemed to be real estate and mortgaged hereby. Commonly known as: 38 State Street, Middleville, Michigan 49333 P.P. #08-41-110-002-00 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77546947 4387782-1 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate Estate of Norma Shannon. Date of birth: 01/24/1924. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Norma Shannon, who lived at 521 W. Walnut Street, Hastings, Michigan died 03/27/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Sherry Belson, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 06/09/2010 Robert L. Longstreet P53546 607 N. Broadway Hastings, MI 49058 945-3495 Sherry Belson 501 W. State Street Hastings, MI 49058 77546945 945-5739 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Richard J Decker and Tammy J Decker a/k/a Tammy Decker, husband and wife to Fifth Third Bank (Western Michigan), Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007 and recorded June 29, 2007 in Instrument #1182391 Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-One Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Four Dollars and Eighty-Six Cents ($61,334.86) including interest 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on July 8, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdvision , being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West, 101.35 feet; thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West, 17.90 feet to the South line of Parkway Drive, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet to the place of beginning of this description, thence continuing North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 55 feet, thence South 33 degrees 24 minutes 13 seconds West 73.99 feet, thence South 56 degrees 43 minutes 58 seconds East on a Traverse Line along Gun Lake 55 feet, thence North 33 degrees 05 minutes 31 seconds East 67.68 feet to the place of beginning. Also that land which lies between said Traverse Line and Gun Lake. Also and undivided one twelfth interest on Kimberly Park, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet, thence North 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds East 103.63 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds West 35.45 feet to the place of beginning of this description, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.30 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet, thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet to the place of beginning. Also and undivided one fifteenth interest in Parkway Drive, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet to the place of beginning of this description, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West 118 feet, thence North 67 degrees 29 minutes 10 seconds West 37 feet, thence North 26 degrees 23 minutes 25 seconds East 36.32 feet, thence North 22 degrees 14 minutes 40 seconds East 22.0 feet, thence North 34 degrees 04 minutes 33 seconds East 40.00 feet, thence North 46 degrees 17 minutes 42 seconds East 41.0 feet, thence South 82 degrees 33 minutes 10 seconds East 116.0 feet, thence North 85 degrees 34 minutes 35 seconds East 70.00 feet, thence South 81 degrees 17 minutes 15 seconds East 288.7 feet to the West line of England Drive, thence South 28 degrees 29 minutes West on the West line to England Drive 36.00 feet, thence North 50 degrees 55 minutes 00 seconds West 29.88 feet, thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 38 seconds West 220.23 feet, thence North 88 degrees 03 minutes 13 seconds West 28.77 feet, thence South 65 degrees 20 minutes 13 seconds West 71.65 feet, thence South 21 degrees 23 minutes 40 seconds West 81.9 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12.20 seconds West 35.45 feet, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.30 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet; thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, thence South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet, thence North 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds East 35.45 feet, thence South 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds West 103.63 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 12015 Parkway Dr., Shelbyville MI 49344 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 6/10/2010 Fifth Third Bank (Western Michigan) Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77546803 Our File No: 10-22332 �Page 12 — Thursday, June 17, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICE FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Laura C. Miller 931 Greenwood Street Middleville, MI 49333 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: June 17, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 310.8582 ASAP# 77546938 3610380 06/17/2010 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Robbie Parnell and Jeana Parnell, Husband and Wife to Option One Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated November 12, 2003 and recorded December 19, 2003 in Instrument # 1119600 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned through mesne assignments to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2004-OPT1, Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2004-OPT1 by assignment of mortgage dated May 25, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Six Hundred Thirteen Dollars and Two Cents ($102,613.02) including interest 12.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on July 1, 2010 Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 132 feet of Lot 3, Block 8 and East 132 feet of Lot 4, Block 8, all of Samuel Roush's Addition, Village of Freeport, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 23. Commonly known as 226 Cressy St, Freeport MI 49325 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 6/03/2010 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2004-OPT1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-OPT1 Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 10-24335 ASAP# 3591235 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 06/24/2010 SYNOPSIS HASTINGS CHARTER TOWNSHIP Regular Meeting June 8, 2010 Six Board members present, Wetzel absent; Comm. Gibson; 3 guests. Approved consent agenda. Received Treasurer’s Report. Approved name change of Joint Planning Alliance and appointed Jenee’ Phillips as the second delegate. Approved purchase of 2 solar flag lights. Approved purchase of cemetery sign box. Endorsed the concept of helping to support the upkeep of historic Township Hall at Charlton Park. Paid outstanding bills. Meeting adjourned at 8:45. Submitted by: Bonnie L. Cruttenden, Clerk Attested to by: Jim Brown, Supervisor 77546989 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Caryl L Hurless and Jane Lynne Hurless and Shane L Baker, as joint tenants, to New Century Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated April 13, 2005, and recorded on April 22, 2005, as Document Number: 1145292, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2005-HE4 ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been submitted to the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Three Thousand Five Hundred and 54/100 ($73,500.54) including interest at the rate of 7.40000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on July 15, 2010 Said premises are situated in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of Lot 1 and the South 1/2 of the East 1/2 of Lot 2, Block 12, Daniel Striker`s Addition to the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 11, Barry County Records. Commonly known as: 720 North Boltwood Street The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: June 17, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2005-HE4 ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 77546931 Case No. 10MI00544-1 City of Hastings REQUEST FOR BIDS The City of Hastings is soliciting bids for the provision of Interspiro SCBA for use by the Hastings Fire Department. Specifications are available from the Office of the City Clerk. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian R. Harris, a single man, to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated February 27, 2007 and recorded March 21, 2007 in Instrument Number 1177716, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty and 34/100 Dollars ($131,960.34) including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 24, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of Section 26, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, thence South 80 rods; thence West 80 rods for place of beginning; thence North 270 feet; thence West 358 feet; thence South 270 feet; thence East 358 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 27, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.6352 ASAP# 3581997 05/27/2010, 77546246 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Robert Harvey and Christie Harvey, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 12856 Theris Dr, Wayland, MI 49348-9213. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 15, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 15, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77546962 File # 328861F01 City of Hastings REQUEST FOR BIDS STREET LIGHTING REPAIRS Bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/ Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 10:30 AM, on Tuesday, June 29, 2010 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. The City of Hastings is accepting sealed bids for the replacement of the existing streetlight cabling on both sides of East State Street from Jefferson Street to Church Street. Specifications are available at City Hall at 201 East State Street, Hastings, MI 49058. The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. Sealed bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer at the above address until 9:00 AM on Thursday July 1, 2010 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Bids shall be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package – “SCBA Bid” The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularity in any bid, and to award the bid in a manner it believes to be in its own best interest, price and other factors considered. 77546987 Roger Caris, Fire Chief City of Hastings NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Hastings Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, July 6, 2010 at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Planning Commission to hear comments and make a determination on a request from O’Reilly Automotive, Inc. for site plan approval and a special land use permit to be allowed to construct an auto parts store at 911 West State Street. Written comments will be received on the above request until 5:00 PM on July 6, 2010 at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael Noviskey, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 10, 2005, and recorded on June 29, 2005 in instrument 1148724, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-One Thousand Nine Hundred EightyThree And 09/100 Dollars ($91,983.09), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of Lot 20 of Supervisor's Glasgow's Addition to the City of Hasting, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 3, described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Lot 10; thence South 89 degrees 39 minutes East 200 feet; thence North 0 degrees 11 minutes East 76 feet; thence North 89 degrees 39 minutes West 200 feet; thence South 0 degrees 11 minutes West 76 feet to the place of beginning Also Parcel 2: Beginning at a point on the West line of Lot 10 of Supervisor's Glasgow's Addition to the Village (now City) of Hastings as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 3; distant North 00 degrees 24 minutes 40 seconds East 76.00 feet from the Southwest corner of said Lot; thence North 00 degrees 24 minutes 40 seconds East 77.00 feet along said West line; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 47 seconds East 200.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 24 minutes 41 seconds West 77.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 47 seconds West 200.00 feet to the point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546957 File #328830F01 77546971 The public is advised that South Charlton Park Road, from M-79 to River Road will be closed Sunday, June 20, 2010 from 5:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., except to residential and event traffic. Residents and event visitors may proceed northbound only on this road. 07545087 City of Hastings NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2010-2011 BUDGET FOR DELTON KELLOGG SCHOOLS REQUEST FOR BIDS 2010 STREET LINE PAINTING The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269-945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services 77546973 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian K. Sorensen, a married man and Jennie M. Sorensen, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 30, 2007 and recorded May 18, 2010 in Instrument Number 201005180004947, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. An Affidavit of Scriveners Error has been submitted for recording, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Six Hundred Thirteen and 9/100 Dollars ($94,613.09) including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 4 and the West 1/2 of Lot 5, Block 2, Samuel Roush's Addition to the Village of Freeport, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 23. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 10, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.4629 ASAP# 3600998 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 77546773 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010 Historic Charlton Park’s Recreation Area will be closed on Sunday, June 20, 2010 for the Father’s Day Car Show. Tim Girrbach, Director of Public Services The City of Hastings is requesting sealed bids for its 2010 street line painting program. Bid proposal forms and specifications are available at the address listed below. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Janet C. Knight, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated August 8, 2003, and recorded on August 22, 2003 in instrument 1111677, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Nine And 72/100 Dollars ($77,749.72), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 34, Sundago Park, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 71, Barry County, Hastings Township, The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546729 File #324064F01 PUBLIC NOTICE Contractors will be required to provide proof of insurance in the amounts included in the bid package. All bids shall be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package “Sealed Bid – Street Lighting Repairs.” Sealed bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 9:15 AM on Thursday, July 1, 2010 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. All bids must be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package “Sealed Bid – 2010 Street Line Painting.” 77546975 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given Mary Pennock and Neal Rider (“Borrower”) to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 206 W. Nelson St, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of June 14, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Melody Bowman (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after June 14, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. June 14, 2010 By: MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB 629 W State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 77546969 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on June 29, 2010, at 6:30 o’clock, in Room 32 (Board Room) of the Upper Elementary School at 327 N. Grove St., Delton, Michigan, the Board of Education of the Delton Kellogg Schools will hold a public hearing to consider the district’s proposed 2010-2011 budget. The Board may not adopt its proposed 2010-2011 budget until after the public hearing. A copy of the proposed 2010-2011 budget including the proposed property tax millage rate is available for public inspection during normal business hours beginning on June 24, 2010, at the Superintendent’s Office, 327 N. Grove St., Delton, Michigan. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. This notice is given by order of the Board of Education. 77546979 Jennifer Bever, Secretary �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 17, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Charles R Purdum Jr and Catherine J Purdum, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1760 U Dr, Hastings, MI 490587765. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 11, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 11, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77546861 File # 320122F03 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Matthew Malik and Antoinette Smart, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 380 Meadow Ln, Hastings, MI 49058-9103. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 11, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 11, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77546867 File # 321809F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Christopher Banash and Martha S. Reyff-Banash, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 137 Coats Grove Rd , Hastings, MI 49058-9506. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 11, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 11, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77546927 File # 274926F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jasper L Blaylock and Heather Blaylock, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6240 Cunningham Rd, Freeport, MI 49325-9425. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 11, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 11, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77546864 File # 327188F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary A Hill, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to First Place Bank, Mortgagee, dated October 6, 2006, and recorded on October 9, 2006 in instrument 1171184, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Six And 12/100 Dollars ($79,566.12), including interest at 6.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on June 24, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 171 feet of the South 513 feet of the West 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Northeast fractional 1/4 of Section 5, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, excepting the East 40 feet therefrom. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: May 27, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546148 File #320806F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Linda Hess, a single woman and Wanda Mennega, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 23, 2003, and recorded on November 10, 2003 in instrument 1117367, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Three And 65/100 Dollars ($107,243.65), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 34, Hastings Heights, as recorded in Liber 3, Page 41 of Plats, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546748 File #312669F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert Allan Burgess, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 22, 2009, and recorded on June 15, 2009 in instrument 200906150006245, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Three Thousand Two Hundred Twelve And 38/100 Dollars ($203,212.38), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 1 North, Range 7 West The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546918 File #323247F01 MORTGAGE SALE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default has occurred in a future advance mortgage made on June 10, 2005 by Michael M. Sherk and Kristy K. Sherk, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, to HCB Mortgage Company, a Michigan orporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on June 16, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, at Instrument No. 1148148. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Note, which is secured by the Mortgage, the sum of One Hundred EightySeven Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Seven and 88/100 Dollars ($187,497.88). No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, July 8, 2010, at one o’clock the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with default interest, as provided by the Note and Mortgage, legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Lot 13 of Loehr’s Landing, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on page 6, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of sale unless the property is abandoned, in which case the redemption period shall be one (1) month from the date of sale. MILLER JOHNSON, Attorneys for Mortgagee Dated: June 1, 2010 By:_____________________________________ J. Patrick Hackett 250 Monroe Avenue Suite 800 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77546529 (616) 831-1700 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Stephanie Walker and Bert M Walker, Wife and Husband to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Countywide Home Loans, Inc., dba America’s Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007 and recorded June 8, 2007 in Instrument # 1181438 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, by assignment dated March 23, 2010 and recorded March 25, 2010 in Instrument # 201003250003113 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Nineteen Thousand Thirty-Nine Dollars and Thirty-Eight Cents ($219,039.38) including interest 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on July 8, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 26 of West Beach, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 67, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 3151 West Shore Dr., Battle Creek MI 49017 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 6/10/2010 BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77546797 Our File No: 10-22455 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Debra K. Erway, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Heatland Home Finance, Inc., Mortgagee, dated January 22, 2003, and recorded on January 30, 2003 in instrument 1096612, and assigned by mesne assignments to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand One Hundred Seventy-Eight And 85/100 Dollars ($124,178.85), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 482.00 feet from the Southeast corner of said West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, thence West at right angles to said East line 239.58; thence North 250.00 feet; thence East 239.58 feet to said East line, thence South along said East line 250.00 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546717 File #221980F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tyson G Geib, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 17, 2005, and recorded on March 18, 2005 in instrument 1142934, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Flagstar Bank, FSB as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Seven Thousand Twenty-Two And 11/100 Dollars ($97,022.11), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as; Commencing 4 rods West of the Northwest corner of the intersection of Lem Paul and Main Street; thence West along the North line of Main Street 4 rods; thence North 8 rods; thence East 4 rods; thence South 8 rods to the point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546763 File #306057F03 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Patricia Hoekstra, a married woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2006 and recorded May 3, 2006 in Instrument Number 1164008, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-HE2, Asset Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2006-HE2 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Three Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Five and 48/100 Dollars ($93,395.48) including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the East doors of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 24, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3 of Balm-Meer according to the Plat thereof Recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 30 in Official Records, together with that part of Lot 4 of said Plat described as: Beginning at the Northwest Corner of Lot 4; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes East 29.0 feet along the North line thereof; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes East 135.00 feet to the South Line of Lot 4; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes West 14.88 feet to the Southwest Corner of said Lot 4; thence North 6 degrees 01 minutes 20 seconds West 135.72 feet to Point of Beginning, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: May 27, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 209.7132 ASAP# 3582065 05/27/2010, 77546251 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jacob P. Vincent, a single man and Andrea M. Thornton, a single woman, to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Mortgagee, dated June 9, 2006 and recorded June 13, 2006 in Instrument Number 1165949, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Chase Home Finance LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Five and 71/100 Dollars ($106,755.71) including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 30, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, Distant North 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds East, 88.00 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section 30; thence North 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds East, 290.02 feet along said East line thence North 89 degrees 41 minutes 23 seconds West, 51.17 feet to the Westerly right of way line of state highway M-43; thence North 86 degrees 53 minutes 13 seconds West, 213.11 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds West, 305.97 feet; thence North 89 degrees 06 minutes 43 seconds East, 264.00 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 30 to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes for state highway M-43 as recorded in Liber 271 on Page 399 and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 10, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.8166 ASAP# 3600960 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 77546768 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard and Diana Steger, husband and wife as joint tenants, to Long Beach Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2000 and recorded May 2, 2000 in Instrument Number 1043802, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Aurora Loan Services, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Eight and 99/100 Dollars ($113,238.99) including interest at 9.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 1, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: As a place of beginning, a point 360.0 feet East of the Southwest corner of Section 8, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, a point on the South line of the said Section; thence Northerly 539.36 feet parallel with the West line of the said Section; thence Westerly 165.0 feet parallel with the South line of the said Section; thence Southerly 449.36 feet parallel with the West line of said Section, to a point 90.0 feet from the South line of said Section; thence Southwesterly about 79.0 feet to a point 140.0 feet from the West line and 33.0 feet from the South line of the said Section; thence Southerly 33.0 feet parallel with the West lien of the said Section, to the South line of the said Section; thence Easterly to the place of beginning. Subject to easement over the South 33.0 feet for public highway purposes. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 3, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 191.4189 ASAP# 3589855 06/03/2010, 77546502 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 06/24/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Nicholas Barker and Priscilla Barker, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 10471 Keller Rd, Delton, MI 490469718. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 11, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 11, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77546929 File # 327775F01 �Page 14 — Thursday, June 17, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Hastings Middle School lists final honor roll of year Hastings Middle School has released its honor roll for the fourth marking period of the 2009-10 school year. High honors are those students with a grade point average of 3.5 to 4.0; * indicates a 4.0 GPA. Honors students are those with a GPA between 3.0 and 3.49 Sixth grade High honors — Macey Acker, Benjamin Anderson, Nicholas Baum, Jeanne Bekampis, Jade Boersma, *Justin Carlson, Andres Carmona, Carter Carpenter, Clay Coltson, Lynlee Cotton, *Madeline Dailey,*Aaron Denny, Emily Dezwaan, *Sarah Dittman, Elijah Flood, Thomas Furrow, *Scott Garber, Caroline Garrison, Andrew Gee, *Abigail Girrbach, Zlatko Granzow, *Aaron Hamlin, Taylor Harding, Lezlie Herrington, *Daniel Hooten, Ryan Horton, *Katie Jacob, *Michael James, Brittney Johnson, *Caleb Keech, Kaitlyn Keeler, *Anna Kendall, Kimberly Landon, Hannah Leary, Thomas Lindsey, Maria Lopez, Johnna Love, *Shelby Mack, *Alexander Maurer, *Rebecca Maurer, *Maryn McCausey, Todd McConnon, Abigail McKeever, Alex McMahon, Madilyn Metzger, *Emmalee Metzner, Emma Morawski, Connor Musculus, Margaret Nicholson-Marsh, Tanner Olmsted, *Alyssa Olsen, *Raelee Olson, Sarah Olson, Anna Pattok, Krylan Pederson, *Kylie Pickard, *Owen Post, Kelsy Potter, Abel Ramirez, *Adam Shaeffer, Megan Slagel, *Samantha Slatkin, *Jesslyn Slaughter, *Rachel Smith, *Lee Stowe, Kaetlynne Teunessen, Leah Thompson, Morgan Tolles, *Antonio Tompson, Stephanie Wezell, Quentin Wigg, *Jacob Wilgus, Madeline Youngs. Honors — Autumn Ackels, Zachery Allyn, Alex Beauchamp, Dennis Bell, Emily Borton, Richard Buskirk, Zachary Carlson, Megan Carpenter, Jordyn Coats, Haley Cooley, Laura Crum, Ashley Demaray, Sarah Ellwood, Faith Garber, Kailey Gilbert, Kristen Gillespie, Ashley Glumm, Destiny Hartke, Theron Heniser, Kendra Hermenitt, Jordon Hoffman, Lance Horton, Samantha Hurst, Haley Johns, Raymond Johnson, Haley Landon, Christopher Lewis, ZhiXiang Li, Brittany Moore, Zhoe Moore, Tanner Norris, Cora O’Brien, Robert Perry, Andreana Reese, Alec Ridderbos, Jacqueline Rosenberg, Mckenzie Rudesill, David Sayles, Emily Schultz, Matthew Scott, Sakora Stout, Nicholas Suratt, Cody Ulrich, Ciera Van Noty, Kaitlyn Vanier, Renee Walden, Mikayla Warner, Gage Wasnich Pearson, Brittney Wellman, Katherine Wilcox, Noah Wilson, Travis Yoder, Trystyn Yoder, Jacob Zech. Seventh grade High honors — Selinda Arechiga, Hannah Bagley, *Jared Bailey, Kaitlyn Bancroft, Kathleen Beauchamp, *Peter Beck, *Karan Bhakta, *Bethany Bridgman, Emilie Caris,*Robert Carlson, *Marshall Cherry, Cheyenne Childers, Christine Clark, *Ronald Collins, *Damon Cove, Autumn Demott, *Kourtney Dobbin, Brandi Ellwood, Caleb Engle, Drew Engle, *Mary Feldpausch, *Hannah Franklin, *Erin Goggins, Logan Gray, *Alec Harden, Cole Harden, *Evan Hart, Benjamin Herbstreith, *Alexandra Johnson, Atricia Johnson, Lucas Johnson, *Michael Johnston, *Ryan Johnston, Jesse Kinney, *Hannah LaJoye, Tillery Larsen,*Abigail Laubaugh, Avery Lomas, *Kaylie Lumbert, Mackenzie Maupin, Grace Meade, *Mackenzie Monroe, *Patrick Murphy, Joshua Pifer, *Adam Post, *Jacob Pratt, *Braxton Prill, Erica Redman, Jaleel Richardson, James Senard, *Caleb Sherwood, Alexandrea Shumway, Sarah Sixberry, *Jason Slaughter, Victoria Smith, Drew Stolicker,*Ryan Thornburgh, Samantha Traister, Parker Tyson, *Naomi VanDien, Danielle Watson, Samantha Wezell, *Drew White-Tebo, *Jacob Zimmerman, *Jillian Zull. Honors — James Avery, Matthew Banister, Nicholas Beauchamp, Ashley Cranmore, Riley Cusack, AArron Davis, Sarah DeBolt, Samuel Eastman, Breanna Gillespie, Brandon Gray, Taylor Hawthorne, Skyler Henion, Amy Hobert, Nicole Hunt, Kayla Loew, Abby Miller, Jay Molette, Jessica O’Keefe, Taren Odette, Mariah Pearlman, Draven Pederson, Zachary Pennington, Ashley Potter, Alexis Price, Devin Prieur, Jacob Sherman, Mckenzie Teske, Melia Timm, Levi Trick, Madalin Trumbull, Deanna Turashoff, Abbey VanDiver, Ashleigh Wiersma, Marshall Wood, Amanda Woodmansee, Christa Wright. Eighth grade High honors — Sarah Alspaugh, *Lauren Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale Estate Sale For Rent 3 TON CENTRAL AIR COMPRESSER: moved used only 4mo. $1,200 new sell for $700. Call (269)804-9722 ESTATE SALE, 346 E. North Street, Hastings. Monday, June 21, 9am-6pm; Tuesday, June 22, 9am-3pm, numbers at 8:30am Monday. 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Arnett, Rebecca Barnard, *Logan Bleam, *Grace Bosma, Jade Brown, *Katherine Brown, Brianna Buehler, Mikayla Calvert,*Abigail Campbell, Dayton Carter, *Marshall Christensen, *Logan Clements, Drew Cooley, Katherine Cybulski, Jake Dalman, Ashley Davis, Casey DeMink, Margeau Donavan, *Anna Ellege, *Raven Gaiski, *Mitchell Gee, *Effie Guenther, *Devin Hamlin, *Emily Hayes, *Ethan Haywood, Taylor Horton, *Gabrielle Hubbell, *Kylie Johnson, *Matthew Johnson, *Stephen Kendall, Samantha Kobe, Kristen Lancaster, *Alyssa Larsen, Stephanee Leask, *Suzannah Lenz, *Caprice Lowinski, Haley Lyke,*Brody Madden, Whitney Martin, *Zachary McMahon, *Alexander Morgan, *Marlee Morris, *Kylee Nemetz, Jacob Oglesby, Alison Porter, *Marko Rabe, Saska Radulovic, Nicholas Schaefer, McKayla Sheldon, *Laura Shinavier, Brad Smith, *Joseph Smith, Taylor Sordillo, Mara Speer, Daniel Sprague, *Trista Straube, Kaylee Tapscott,*Allison Taylor, Sarah L Taylor, Hannah Tebo, *Anne Teunessen, *Logan Teunessen, Shelby VanderMel, Dexx VanHouten, Connor von der Hoff, *Kailyn Wales, *Amanda Wilgus, *Carson Williams, Monique Williams, Aubrey Woern. Honors — Brenda Aguillon, Cassandra Baker, Austin Caris, Liberty Case, Mackenley Clisso, Mark Crum, Joshua Darnell, Katy Delcotto, Lennon Gildea, Michelle Howlett, Lanie Johns, Michaela Kalmink, Jacqueline Klump, Kara Krebs, James Lee, William McKeever, Jacob Miller, Alexandra Mills, Christopher Morales, Janae Nickerson, Cody Olson, Jazmin Packer, Morgan Peirce, Rachel Rimer, Amanda Rodd, Tara Rowe, Mercedes Satterelli, Benjamin Schilz, Rachael Senard, Alexander Stiles, Corey Stout, Tyler Traister, Ashley Weinbrecht, David White, Mallory White, Jon Wilcox, Zachary Wilcox, Aaron Williams, Steven Wolfe. Participation fee programs on the rise The use of participation fees to help fund interscholastic athletics in Michigan high schools has nearly doubled in the past seven years, and in that same time period the fees paid have increased by more than 30 percent, according to surveys taken by the Michigan High School Athletic Association of its member institutions. The most recently completed survey indicates that of 475 member schools participating in the survey, 221 schools - 47 percent charged participation fees during the 2009-10 school year. There are 768 senior high schools in the MHSAA membership - the survey generated a response rate of 62 percent. This was the sixth survey of schools since the 2003-04 school year, when members reported that fees were being used in 24 percent of schools. In the last survey in 2007-08, fees were being used at 43 percent of schools participating. The most popular method of assessing participation fees continues to be a payment for each sport a youngster goes out for, used by 42 percent of schools in 2009-10. A standardized annual fee per student was used by 28 percent of schools in the past year. Both of these percentages have remained stable over the last five surveys. Since the Fall 2003 survey, the median cost per sport has increased from $50 in 2003-04 to $70 in 2009-10 - a 40 percent increase. In that same time span, the standardized annual fee for a student-athlete has increased from $75 to $100 - a 33 percent increase. Beginning with the 2004-05 survey, schools were asked in the survey if they had a cap on what individual student-athletes and families could be charged. Caps on student fees have been used by the majority of schools, but that number has dropped from 71.3 percent in 2004-05 to 54 percent in 2009-10. The number of schools instituting a cap on what a family pays has fluctuated from 41 percent having a limit in 2004-05 to 46 percent in 2007-08 and back down to 43 percent in 2009-10. Other data from the survey in 2009-10 shows that 68 percent of schools with participation fees have some kind of fee reduction or waiver program in place based on existing programs for subsidized lunch and milk; that 14 percent of schools using fees report a drop in participation; and that less than one percent of schools report losing students to other school districts because they are charging fees. The fee waiver number is up from 60 percent in 2003-04; and the number of students transferring out has been in the one to three percent range over the course of the six surveys. Five percent of schools not assessing fees responding to the survey in 2009-10 report transfers to their districts because of the absence of fees. This number has ranged between two and seven percent over the six surveys. The survey for 2009-10 and surveys from previous years can be found on the MHSAA Website by clicking on Schools Administrators - Pay-To-Play Resources. http://www.mhsaa.com/Schools/Administrat ors/PaytoPlayResources.aspx. POLICE BEAT Failure to yield leads to accident Hastings Police responded to a personal injury accident that occurred at the intersection of East Green Street and South Michigan Avenue on June 10. A vehicle driven by Jay Hall, 26, of Dimondale, was southbound on Michigan Avenue and was struck by a vehicle driven by Barbara Meyers, 77, from Woodland, as she attempted to turn west onto Green Street. Mercy Ambulance responded to the scene and transported Hill to Pennock Hospital for treatment, and his condition is unknown. Shoeless drunk driver arrested After pulling into the parking lot of the Delton Shell Station, Deanna Jo Douglas, 47, of Delton left her truck running, the driver’s side door wide open and made her way into the store with no shoes on her feet. Walking past a Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy, Douglas put her hand on the deputy’s taser holster and told the deputy, “Your stuff is killing me.” With Douglas’ strong smell of intoxicants and slurred speech as indicators, the deputy administered a field sobriety test and found Douglas to have a blood alcohol content of .273 percent. She was transported to the Barry County Jail, issued a citation for operating while intoxicated, second offense, and given a $100 personal recognizance bond. Wall stops vehicle before it flips Hastings Police responded to a report of a personal injury accident that occurred on West State Road near Glenwood on June 12. A vehicle driven by Michael Yost, 49, from Hastings was eastbound on West State Road when his vehicle crossed the centerline, left the roadway, struck a retaining wall and flipped on to its side. Mercy Ambulance responded to the scene and transported Yost to Pennock Hospital for treatment. His condition is unknown. An investigation continues into the cause of the accident. Underage drinking lands minor behind bars After Barry County Sheriff’s Deputies were called to his residence, Garth Robert Jarman, 18, of Hastings was arrested June 12 for minor in possession by consumption and transported to the Barry County Jail. Jarman was found to have a blood alcohol content of .168 percent, issued a citation and a $100 personal recognizance bond. Accident update from last week Hastings Police responded to a personal injury accident involving a bicyclist and pickup truck at the intersection of Park and West State streets on June 8. The 2:41 p.m. accident occurred when the pick up truck, driven Paul Halladay 67, from Woodland, turned north on to Park Street from State Street and collided head-on with a bicycle being ridden by Kurt Larson, 44, from Hastings, who was southbound on Park Street. Larson was airlifted to Borgess Hospital by West Michigan Air Care and is reported as being stable condition. Officers said weather conditions may have been a factor in the accident which is still being investigated. COURT NEWS Tyler Joseph Morris, 19, of Hastings pleaded guilty to operating and/or maintaining a lab involving methamphetamine in 5th Circuit Court on June 10. Judge James Fisher sentenced Morris to 12 months in jail, with 60 days credited, and 36 months of probation in relation to the April 15 offense in Baltimore Township. His driving license also was suspended for 180 days, and he was ordered to pay $500 to the drug court fund, $60 to the crime victim rights fund, $68 in state minimum costs, $200 court costs and $360 in probation fees. He also must attend cognitive behavior therapy and substance abuse counseling while in jail. An additional charge of conspiracy to operate and/or maintain a controlled substance laboratory involving methamphetamine was not pursued by the prosecution. James J. Peck Jr., 20, of Hastings pleaded guilty to one count of operating and/or maintaining a laboratory involving methamphetamine. Judge Fisher ordered Peck to serve 12 months in jail and 36 months on probation in relation to the April 15 incident. Peck must pay $131.80 in restitution, $60 crime victim rights, $500 drug court fund, $68 state minimum costs, $200 court costs and $360 probation fees. A charge of conspiracy to operate and/or maintain a controlled substance laboratory involving methamphetamine was not pursued by the prosecution. Josh Albert Stanton, 35, of Hastings, was sentenced to 30 days in jail and 12 months of probation by Judge Fisher on June 10 in 5th Circuit Court. Stanton pleaded guilty to one count of weapons/firearms larceny attempt in relation to a Nov. 13, 2009, incident involving a stolen firearm at Bob’s Gun and Tackle in Hastings. Fisher also assessed the plaintiff $2,119 restitution, $60 crime victim rights, $500 court costs and $68 state minimum fees. One count of weapons firearms larceny was dropped by the prosecution. ed guilty to one count of possessing a controlled substance, less than 25 grams, last week. Judge Fisher sentenced her to 60 days in jail and 12 months on probation in response to an Oct. 12, 2009, incident in Yankee Springs Township. Weiss’ drivers license has been suspended for 365 days and restricted after 60 days, and she must pay $500 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights, $68 state minimum costs and $120 probation fees. A second charge of possession (cocaine, heroin or another narcotic) less than 25 grams, second or subsequent offense notice was not pursued by the prosecution. Walter Billy Hile, 19, of Hastings pleaded guilty to one count of attempted breaking and entering at the Dowling General Store in Baltimore Township on Feb. 23. He was sentenced to three months in jail and 24 months of probation by Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court on June 10. Hile also must complete 120 hours of community service work, attend cognitive behavior therapy and pay $250 in court costs, $60 crime victim rights and $68 state minimum costs. The balance of the jail sentence may be suspended upon successful completion of probation. One count of breaking and entering a building with intent was not pursued by the prosecution. Ashley Rose Chase, 23, of Hastings, was sentenced to 30 days in jail for each of two counts by Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court on June 10. Chase pleaded guilty to one count of possessing a controlled substance, marijuana, and one count of operating while impaired after an incident on North Broadway on Sept. 26, 2009. Chase also must serve 12 months of probation and pay $250 court costs, $50 crime victim rights, $100 library fund fines and $106 in state minimum costs. The balance of the jail sentence may be suspended upon successful completion of probation. Charges of possessing a controlled substance, analogues, operating with the presence of a controlled substance and operating while intoxicated were dismissed. Hollie Marie Weiss, 36, of Redford plead- Lions looking to fill a couple coaching spots The Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School is looking for a few coaches for the upcoming 2010-011 school year. The search is on for two varsity football assistant coaches and one junior varsity assistant football coach. The Lions are also looking for seventh and eighth grade volleyball coaches. Anyone interested in the positions is asked to submit a letter of interest to athletic director Duska Brumm; Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School; 11090 Nashville Hwy; Vermontville, MI 49096; or through e-mail at dbrumm@mvs.k12.mi.us. The last day applications will be accepted is Monday, June 25. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 17, 2010 — Page 15 Neil takes over Hope College Men’s Basketball by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Matt Neil described it as a whirl wind. He knew it was coming, but was still amazed by his first few days as head coach of the Hope College Men’s Basketball program. Neil learned early in the day on Thursday that he would be succeeding Glenn Van Wieren, who retired this spring after leading the program for 33 seasons. Neil had a press conference at 4 p.m. that day. Hope is in the midst of its team camp. Radio interviews were planned. All that on top of trying to finish up his 28th year of teaching at Holland High School. “Phone calls and e-mails and all that stuff started to happen,” Neil said. “It was nuts. Absolutely nuts. It’s great, but I’m still trying to answer them all.” Many of those first calls and e-mails came from where he grew up, Hastings. Neil graduated from Hastings High School in 1978, where he was a star basketball player for head coach Wayne Brown. “The people in Hastings have been unbelievably supportive of Matt Neil,” Neil said. He’s been in contact with a long list of Hastings legends since he left town, and talked to many of them soon after the hiring. He received a phone call from Denny Storrs, who coached Neil on the Saxon freshmen football squad in 1974. He heard from his home room teacher, Patricia Murphy. “Doc (Jim) Atkinson never ceases to amaze me with how he knows what’s going on with me, and what my children are doing,” Neil said. “It goes to show how close knit of a Matt Neil community that is and how people in Hastings, Michigan like to see local people succeed in whatever they do.” He said he’s been humbled by all of the support and congratulations. A Hope alumnus himself, Southeastern Elementary principal and sixth grade teacher, Dave Styfe was instrumental in directing Neil to Hope where he was an all-MIAA forward as both a junior and senior and was named the by Brett Bremer Cheer has certainly changed since 1978 Reminder spread The big bosser here wanted a picture of Matt Neil in action, at Hastings, for the story about the 1978 graduate taking over as head coach for the Hope College Men’s Basketball program. That led me to the stacks of old Reminders and Banners back in the corner, starting with the Jan.-Apr. 1978 volume. JC Penny’s was buying three-page spreads back then, furniture was being sold at Waldorff Furniture, and everyone was getting geared up for the grand opening of the Barry County Lumber and Home Center. I did find a great action shot of Neil going “ high over Lakewood’s Ron Cunningham for two of his 16 points” in a 79-39 Saxon victory over the visiting Vikings. The problem was, that photo or its negative wasn’t back in the archives - at least not anywhere we could find it. I also found a two-page Reminder spread entitled “It’s not just ‘go team go’ for area cheerleaders”, by one of my predecessors Doug VanderLaan. He opened the story with, “They still stand on the sidelines kicking, spinning, and smiling - still urging us to give heart and voice to our favorite teams. But they stand as reminders of the past when the world’s definition of femininity wasn’t tempered by women on the athletic fields, in the courts, and among the best in the field of medicine. “So what’s happened to the ‘All-American girl’ in these last few years of revolution and change? Has the public’s opinion of her changed? Is the ‘All-American’ image even alive?” I don’t know about the “All-American girl” image, but cheerleading has certainly changed. They were cheering for teams back then, football, basketball, and more. The story talks about the advent of girls’ sports adding more teams the cheerleaders would have to plan pep assemblies for, make posters for, and to cheer at their games. They also had to plan homecoming activities, and raise all their own funds because they weren’t an official school sport. And cheerleaders weren’t allowed to play sports at Hastings, Maple Valley, Lakewood, or Delton. They could in Middleville, but if a conflict arose they had to go with cheerleading first. All I could think of when reading that was the state track and field finals. Brittany London from Thornapple Kellogg is one of the Trojan’s best cheer team members, and also a state medallist in the pole vault. Lakewood’s Kelley Daniels, another of the area’s top cheerleaders, was at the state meet in the high jump. Imagine if they’d have to give up track so they could cheer full-time. At that point in time the Hastings girls were upset because their “three tier mount which places the highest girl almost 20 feet in the air” was forbidden by the Twin Valley Conference because it was too dangerous. “Take the tackle out of football”, was the cheerleaders’ response in the article. When I was in high school you’d hear the cries from cheerleaders that they were a part of a “sport” and that “they worked just as hard as anyone else”. Those cries are still alive and well today, but I’d like to think that most everyone respects that they work hard now and the gymnastics and other skills and organization involved certainly qualify the girls’ on the competitive cheer teams as athletes. Cheerleading is very rarely cheer-leading now, it’s competitive cheer. That certainly is an unforeseen change, at least from the 1978 point of view. VanderLaan wrote, “the likelihood of great changes in high school cheerleading isn’t great - especially when one realizes how little the sport has changed in the past number of years. Cheerleading is still the most coveted position among the majority of girls in school and the people who make it are accorded the respect, and envy that goes with a special place in the status of high school students.” London and Daniels work hard and are good at what they do on the mats for their cheer teams, but I don’t believe it is the “most coveted position among the majority of girls in school” anymore - if it ever was. I’d think someone like Lakewood’s Anna Lynch is very happy to be an outside hitter on the volleyball team, instead of a cheerleader on the sidelines during a football game. Hastings’ Veronica Hayden and Thornapple Kellogg’s Alyssa Weesie I’m sure are happy to be battling for rebounds rather than rooting on the boys or even competing with the cheer team. That’s the beauty of the opportunities that have opened up in the past 30 years. They can be happy playing the sports they like, and the cheerleaders can be happy doing their thing. Matt Neil, in the 1977 Hastings High School yearbook photo of the 1976-77 Hastings varsity boys’ basketball team. league’s most valuable player his senior season. After graduation from Hope and a few years of teaching and coaching at Holland High School, Neil joined the Hope College coaching staff in 1985. Neil becomes just the fourth Hope men’s basketball coach over the past 62 seasons. “It’s important for people to realize there will never be another coach Van Wieren,” Neil said. “He’s one in a million and I think it’s important for them, to when they watch me coach, to realize I am not him. But hopefully I’m blessed to have the opportunity to put my own stamp on what we’re doing here.” After being the program’s junior varsity coach from 1985 to 1994 and a varsity assistant since 1995, Neil has already started to put his mark on the program. He said that’s thanks in large part to coach Van Wieren, who Neil said was always willing to listen to suggestions. “From Wayne (Brown) I really learned the value of working hard,” Neil said. “I think what I’ve been able to bring here and use while coaching at Hope is a lot of what Wayne taught me on the defensive end of the floor.” His involvement in Hope basketball has extended beyond coaching. He founded Hope’s popular student cheering section, The Dew Crew, and he has used his vocal talents to sing the National Anthem before games many times over the years. He is in demand as a clinician and speaker at basketball coaching clinics throughout the Midwest. “Matt is passionate about Hope College and fully committed to its mission, is an effective recruiter and game strategist, and is known throughout the extended Hope community,” said Dr. Mark Northuis, chair of the department of kinesiology at Hope, who led the search committee. “Matt is very well prepared to lead the Hope College men’s basketball program into this new era.” Neil and his wife Kim have four children. Kendra is a 2009 Hope graduate, and Logan is Matt Neil has coached along side Glenn Van Wieren at Hope College as a varsity assistant since 1995, and been a member of the coaching staff at Hope since 1985. Van Wieren retired after 33 years as Hope’s men’s basketball coach this spring, and it was announced Thursday that Neil will take his place. a current Hope student who plays both soccer and basketball. Grant is a recent West Ottawa High School graduate, and Ellary is a sophomore at West Ottawa. “I am truly humbled to become the head men’s basketball coach at an institution that stands for excellence in so many ways, and at the place that helped me grow into the person I am today," said Neil at his press conference Thursday. “In academics, in athletics, and in enriching lives, Hope College continues to strive to follow God's leading, which is what we all strive for in our personal lives. “I have been privileged to be part of coach Van Wieren’s staff for the past 26 years. He has modeled excellence as a coach, as a mentor, as a family man of faith and a friend. “My desire at Hope is to continue to pro- vide our students with experiences that allow them to fully realize the plan that God has for their lives. With the anchor holding fast to traditions of the past, new rope will be attached that will continue to model excellence in the classroom, on the basketball court, and in service to the wonderful community of Holland.” Neil received the masters degree from Grand Valley State University in 1992. He has been employed in the Holland Public Schools system since 1982, where he has been a middle school mathematics teacher. He will have the academic rank of Assistant Professor of Kinesiology at Hope. Portions of this article were taken from a press release provided by the Hope College office of public relations. Freeport Fastpitch Freeport Fastpitch Standings Wednesday D/E League #1 Hastings Merchants #2 Nine-Kasof #4 Thornapple Clean-Up #8 Lohrberg Sales #7 Munn Manufacturing #6 Freport Milling #3 Freeport Independants Friday Co-Ed #1 Thunder/2J’s/Shamrock #3 Fedewa Inc. 2-2 #2 Pioneer Seeds #4 Hastings Mutual 2-0 1-0 1-1 1-1 1-1 0-1 0-2 4-0 1-3 0-3 Hickey inks her plans to play ball at Palm Beach College Hastings High School graduate Brittany Hickey (seated center) recently signed her National Letter of Intent to join the Women’s Volleyball program at Palm Beach State College in Palm Beach, Fla. She plans on majoring in TV and video production there. She was joined at her signing day by her father and stepmother Chris and Debra Hickey, her mother and stepfather Lori and Brad Minor, former high school coach Krista Sheldon, and Hastings High School athletic director Mike Goggins. Missing from photo is Hastings varsity volleyball coach Gina McMahon. Desgranges will run track at Northwood Lakewood graduate Sam Desgranges (seated center) was joined by a number of his track and field teammates and coaches, as well as his parents Dan and Beth Desgranges, recently as he signed his National Letter of Intent to join the Northwood University Men’s Track and Field team. Desgranges will be pursuing his education in entertainment sports promotional management and finance at Northwood, and has been accepted into the school’s Emerging Leaders Program. �Page 16 — Thursday, June 17, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Mistake-free final game by Owosso beats Vikings by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The seniors clearly did not want to see their season end. Lakewood senior second baseman Ryne Musbach greeted a clearly disappointed senior teammate, Brian Satterly who was the last Viking off the field, and put his arm around him as they walked towards the dug out Saturday at Charlotte High School. The Vikings were downed 7-1 by Owosso in the Division 2 Regional Championship game, after scoring a 5-1 win over South Christian in the regional semifinals. Satterly had a great outing on the mound in the opener against the Sailors, striking out 12 and not allowing an earned run in his complete-game effort. He walked just two, and scattered six Sailor hits. He also had a pair of singles offensively, and scored two of the Vikings’ five runs. Viking senior Thomas Ackerson was on base all day. He had a single and an RBI in the opener, and in the championship reached base in all three of his plate appearances with a pair of singles and a walk. Lakewood senior third baseman Codie Guile had what coach Keith Carpenter called his best defensive game of the season, and also drilled a two-run home run over the left field fence to cap off the Vikings’ win over South Christian in the semifinal. “Our seniors came to play today,” Carpenter said. “They had a great day today, and they wanted it badly that’s for sure.” Carpenter wasn’t sure on the exact spot, but knew that this year’s team which finished the season with a 28-10 record puts it as one of the top two or three best record-wise in Lakewood baseball history. The story of the Vikings’ season was that when they made mistakes, they were in trouble. When they were error free, they could play with anyone. An error and some wildness by South Christian starting pitcher Grant VanderWall in the bottom of the first inning of the semifinal helped the Vikings to a 2-0 lead right off the bat. South Christian pulled to within a run in the top of the fourth, thanks to an unearned run which came home on an RBI single off the bat of Jordan VanderWall. Lakewood though answered right back with a run of its own in the bottom half of the inning. Ackerson led off with a single, advanced to third on a wild pitch and an errant pick-off throw to second, then came home on a fly ball off the bat of fellow senior Cody Brown. Guile followed with his two-run homer in the bottom of the fifth, driving a hanging curve ball over the fence, after a The ball bounces away from Lakewood catcher Spencer Schuiling as Owosso’s Joe Blanchett slides safely in to home giving his team a 5-1 lead in the top of the fifth Saturday. The Trojans would go on to win the Division 2 Regional Championship at Charlotte High School with a 7-1 victory over the Vikings. (Photo by Brett Bremer) lead-off single by Satterly. Things didn’t go as smoothly for the Vikings in the championship game. Owosso scored twice in the top of the second, with the help of a bouncer to short stop which was misplayed, a passed ball, and a couple of singles. Lakewood got one back with consecutive singles from Ackerson, Spencer Schuiling, and Brown in the bottom of the second inning. Owosso though pulled away in the top of the fifth. The Trojans’ lead-off hitter Marcus Wojtkowicz lead-off the inning with a walk on four pitches. An attempted sacrifice turned into an infield single by Jason Ardelean was the Vikings failed to cover first on the play. “We’ve been good at that all year long. It surprised us a little bit, and we rotated the wrong way and that cost us a couple runs,” Carpenter said. Another sacrifice bunt, which the Vikings’ played correctly, moved the base runners to second and third then they. Viking pitcher Alex Schuiling was one out away from getting out of the jam. He got Trojan star Austin Buschmayer to hit a little bouncer to third which Guile scooped up and fired to Spencer Schuiling behind the plate, who tagged the Owosso runner trying to score from third for the second out. A walk to Greg Oginsky loaded the bases, and then Alex Garcia blasted a bases-clearing double into the left center field gap. Owosso tacked on two more runs in the top of the seventh, thanks to a Viking error, a wild pitch, and a two-run double by Buschmayer. “I don’t think (Owosso) made an error,” Carpenter said. “That’s a solid ball team. They fielded the ball well. They threw the ball well. If you make mistakes pitching, they knock it in the alleys.” Alex Schuiling took the loss in game two. He struck out four, gave up eight hits and walked two in six innings of work. Oginsky earned the win for the Trojans. Through five and two thirds he struck out three, allowed Lakewood’s Codie Guile is congratulated by his coach Keith Carpenter as he rounds third following his two-run home run in the bottom of the fifth against South Christian Saturday in the Division 2 Regional Semifinals at Charlotte. (Photo by Brett Bremer) five hits and walked two. Ardelean led Owosso in the championship game offensively, going 3-for-4 with an RBI and two runs scored. Buschmayer, who pitched the Trojans to a 7-0 win over DeWitt in the semifinals, was 2-for-4 with a pair of RBI’s and a run against the Vikings. Viking senior Brian Satterly pitches during the top of the first inning against South Christian Saturday morning at Charlotte High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Pair of YMCA Karate Club members earn black belts 77546855 Garrick Hershberger (left) and Krista Miller, YMCA Hastings Karate Club students, recently earned the rank of Cho Dan. Maple Valley junior Garrick Hershberger and Hastings junior Krista Miller both recently earned the rank of Cho Dan at the YMCA of Hastings Karate Club. Hershberger earned the rank of Cho Dan, or first-degree black belt, in May. He said that karate has helped him to be more confident and have self-discipline. Hershberger is a member of the National Honor Society, and heads up the Spanish Honor Society as well. He has been a student at the karate club for about ten years. Miller earned her Cho Dan, a black belt in American Pukang Tang Soo Do Karate. She was taught by Steve Echtinaw and Nancy Hammond, and has been practicing with the club for about eight years. Miller said that karate has helped her to gain leadership skills and be more confident. Miller is also a member of the National Honor Society, and a member of the FFA. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-06-24.pdf 1a5d8ec5316772e9a693af1780dacfb6 PDF Text Text Hastings board extends superintendent’s contract Barry Commissioners talking ‘trash’ again Cyclists take Middleville by storm See Story on Page 2 See Editorial on Page 5 See Story on Page 14 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 25 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, June 24, 2010 County audit yields highest possible results NEWS BRIEFS Red Cross Blood Drive is today An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Hastings from 1 to 6:45 p.m. today (Thursday, June 24). Blood donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds and be in good general health. Radio buffs to hold field day Saturday The public is invited to attend the Barry Amateur Radio Association’s annual field day from approximately 2 p.m. Saturday, June 26, to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 27, at Tyden Park in Hastings. “It’s free of charge. Anyone who is interested is invited to come on down, see what we do, and maybe talk on a radio with someone as far away as Australia, depending on the weather conditions,” said Barry Amateur Radio Association Vice President James Ewer. “The City of Hastings is good enough to let us basically set up and camp out in the park overnight and see how many people and how many countries we can connect within 24 hours.” The association is part of the Amateur Radio Relay League, which has more than 160,000 members worldwide. The organization provides emergency radio communication when other forms of communication fail due to power outages or catastrophes. Genealogy group will host class The public is invited to a genealogy class at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 29, during the regular meeting of the Barry County Genealogy Club. The class will be held in the Michigan Room at Hastings Public Library. Gordon Mitchell will introduce participants to the resources available at the library as well as online resources. by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At Tuesday’s meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners, two presentations were delivered to the board, including one from Stephen Blann, a representative of the accounting firm Rehmann Robson, who shared the results of an audit of Barry County’s 2009 fiscal year. “We’ve issued a clean, or an unqualified audit opinion,” Blann said. “That’s the highest level of assurance that we can provide ... in an internal audit.” Blann explained that while the audit yielded favorable findings, the sole purpose of the audit and others like it are to gauge correctness. “You can get a clean report that shows good news, or a clean report that shows bad economic news,” he said. “The real importance is whether it’s accurate news.” The audit shows that, as of Dec. 31, 2009, the county’s net assets totaled nearly $45.23 million, an increase of almost $1.59 million from the amount of such assets calculated for the county’s 2008 fiscal year. According to the audit, the $13.27 million of governmental funds retained on behalf of the county at the conclusion of 2009 was just under $1.23 million less than the Dec. 31, 2008, total of such funds. In addition to highlighting figures from the audit, Blann detailed accounting practices within the county that could be improved upon. He explained that one such practice involves some lack of corroboration. “This relates to which individuals are performing which accounting functions and how much independent review and verification there is,” he told the board. “We talked to you about this a year ago. You’ve actually made some very good steps in the right direction, tightening that up. Still a little more room to go, I think, and so we repeated the comment, with a few modifications as to the areas that would be good to focus on in the next year. Basically, the short answer here is, you’re looking for opportunities to have two sets of eyes instead of one on all the key processes, so there’s never just a single person responsible for taking a transaction through from cra- dle to grave.” In 2008, two former employees of the county clerk’s office were arrested for embezzlement. An independent audit by a local accounting firm determined that more than $64,000 in cash was taken over a period of several years from the jury fund, which was kept in the county clerk’s office. A subsequent state investigation found “unacceptable accounting practices.” “I think it’s fairly certain that we’re going to be dealing with some difficult decisions this year.” – Robert Houtman, County Board Chairman Annual, independent audits of municipalities are required by law, and following Blann’s presentation, the board passed a motion to have the audit submitted to the appropriate state agency. In further regard to audits, the board discussed the possibility of mandating that representatives of several of the county’s subsidiaries, such as the road commission and the department responsible for Thornapple Manor, be responsible for submitting audits of their departments directly to the state, instead of submitting them to be made part of the county’s fiscal year audits. Based on discussion had by the commissioners, such a mandate would help to ensure that audits of the county were delivered to the state by the required time, because the findings of those departments would no longer need to be integrated into those audits. The board will discuss the possibility in more detail at a later date. The other presentation delivered to the board was handled by James Fisher, chief judge of the county’s circuit court, who gave a report on the operations of the county’s trial court, which includes the county’s circuit, district and probate courts, for 2009. “We’ve had another very good year, from a financial standpoint and also from a standpoint of operations in the court last year,” he said. According to the report, the trial court, which has operated under budget for nearly 15 years, operated for approximately $693,000 less than its budget of about $4.78 million in 2009. The report goes on to show that in 2009 just over $2.74 million in revenue was collected on behalf of the court, up nearly $190,000 from such revenues in 2008. Talking about the successes of the local courts, Fisher credited programs such as the adult drug court, which exists to provide support and alternatives to imprisonment for nonviolent alcohol and drug abusers. He explained that the cost of programs such as adult drug court result in long-term savings. As detailed in the report, one of the difficulties the court will face in the future pertains to the continued funding of programs such as adult drug court, which costs approximately $300,000 annually to operate and is supported partially by state and federal grants. “A challenge for the court and the county board going forward will be maintaining financial support for all of the court’s programs in the face of state and federal budget problems,” the report reads. In other business, the board discussed possible budgeting procedures to arrive at a budget for the county’s 2011 fiscal year. Chairman Robert Houtman prompted the discussion and explained that in addition to approximately $350,000 less in property tax revenue expected to be received on behalf of the county next year, contractually mandated wage increases for employees of the county should total between $60,000 and $100,000 in 2011. “I think it’s fairly certain that we’re going to be dealing with some difficult decisions this year,” Houtman said of preparing a future budget. Several budget-related thoughts were broached by commissioners, including an idea expressed by Commissioner Michael Callton, who said the board should look at utilizing interest earned from some of the county’s accounts to help create a balanced budget without the aid of furloughs, layoffs and the like. Vice Chairman Craig Stolsonburg echoed Callton, calling for an all-inclusive approach to budgeting that would include re-examination of employee contracts. “I think all things should be on the table, and I think all things should be ... considered before we have layoffs or furloughs,” he said. Of a future budget for the county, Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick defended environmental and other programs that are not mandated and may be targeted for termination. “The natural resources of this county [are] the actual lifeblood of this organization,” he said. Following the discussion, the board directed Michael Brown, county administrator, to begin gathering data for a future budget by first examining those programs and services that are mandated, before examining the county’s other programs and services. The board also took the following actions: • Adopted a resolution to allow bids to be accepted for the purchase of bonds from the county to aid in the Finkbeiner/Crane Road Bridge Project, which involves construction of a bridge across the Thornapple River. • Renewed a contract between the county and the Michigan Municipal Risk Management Authority to provide insurance coverage to the municipality from July 1 to July 1, 2011 at a cost of just over $320,000. • Adopted a resolution to protest passage of a bill that would amend Public Act 312 of 1969 and expand the bargaining processes available to municipal employees. • Approved an annual implementation plan for the Region 3B Area Agency on Aging. • Appointed Stolsonburg and Houtman as primary and secondary delegates, respectively, for a meeting involving the Municipal Employees Retirement System scheduled for Sept. 15 to 17. Late spring storm causes damage, power outages Service planned for German visitors Good Shepherd Lutheran Church at 908 W. Main St. in Middleville will host a cookout, vespers in German and an ice cream social Wednesday, June 30, to welcome guests to the village. Choir Fordgymnasium will be performing at the Riverbank Music Series through the Blue Lake Fine Arts International Exchange Program Friday, July 2. The June 30 cookout will begins at 5:45 p.m., the vesper service at 7 p.m., with ice cream social and Gemütlichkeit right after the service. Deadline nears for voter registration Tuesday, July 6, is the last day to register to vote for the Aug. 3 primary election. To register, applicants must be at least 18 years old by election day and be U.S. citizens. Applicants must also be residents of Michigan and of the city or township in which they wish to register. Voters may register by mail; at their county, city or township clerk’s office; or by visiting any Secretary of State branch office. The mail-in form and more information are available on the Department of State Web site at www.Michigan.gov/sos. A large maple tree that was toppled Friday evening blocks South Jefferson Street Monday morning, waiting for removal by crews from Consumers Energy and the City of Hastings. While the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids reported wind gusts between 50 to 60 miles an hour in Allegan County near the Lake Michigan shore Friday, June 18, winds decreased significantly by the time they reached Barry County and caused little or no damage across most of West Michigan, according to meteorologist T.J. Turnage. “There was almost no damage except to weaker, deader trees,” said Turnage, “And, because it was a a fast-moving system, there were no flooding conditions.” Still, limbs from or entire “weaker, deader” trees downed power lines and left more 3,100 Consumers Energy customers in Barry County without power Saturday morning. Power was restored to all but 260 customers by 6 p.m. Sunday evening. Hastings City Street and Construction Supervisor Larry Knowles said a few trees were down, blocking streets around the city after Friday’s storm. City residents are asked to put tree limbs and other storm debris in the right of way, not in the street. City crews will pick up debris from the storm starting Monday, June 28. More than an inch of rain fell in Barry County early Tuesday. As of press time, the National Weather Service had issued a flood advisory and a flash flood watch and was expected additional severe weather conditions. This birch tree in Woodland was victim to Monday’s storm. The bark was completely stripped off and left standing beside the exposed trunk. The other two trees in the grouping were untouched. (Photo by Helen Mudry) �Page 2 — Thursday, June 24, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Hastings Board of Education extends Satterlee’s contract by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Monday evening, the Hastings Board of Education unanimously approved an extension of the contract for Superintendent of Schools Rich Satterlee through the 2011-12 school year, in addition to approving the continued employment of non-contract employees and school administrators. “Mr. Satterlee’s evaluation, we found him to have met or exceeded expectations in all areas and are really pleased with the growth we have seen in him as an administrator and the leadership he is beginning to show us,” said School Board President Patricia Endsley. “We really are happy to have him here and that was the reason we wanted the contract to go the way that it did.” Satterlee’s 2010 evaluation showed that he met expectations in the following areas: relationship with the board, community relations, staff relations, business and finance, personal qualities and achievement of goals determined by the board of education. He exceeded expectations in the area of educational leadership. The written comment on that portion of his evaluation states, “Leadership in developing PLCs and the Harvard Change Network had been outstanding. Working on a way to provide alternative education opportunities for all our students has been impressive. He continues to raise the overall bar for educational excellence in our district.” Board member suggestions for Satterlee included expanding his community involvement, such as attending school events, and also being more visible to teachers and staff. Satterlee said his new contract does not include a raise or any other increases. In other business related to personnel, the board unanimously approved the 2010-11 employment status of the following non-contract employees and administrators: Erin Blakely, Larry Cook, Sandra Graybill, Timothy Kietzman, Brian Osterink, Mary Robinson, Elizabeth Rowse, James Vreugde, Christopher Cooley, Michael Goggins, Stephen Hoke, Barbara Hunt, Judith Johnson, Timothy Johnston, Mark Martin, Michael Scheniederhan, Terry Sedlar, Amy Tebo and Mary Vliek. Satterlee noted that there were no increases for non-contract staff and administrators. The board also accepted the personnel report which contained notice of the following retirements: Carol Etts, high school food service general II; Joann Guernsey, high school food service general II; Rick Gutchess, district-wide special maintenance; Kay Howell, middle school food service general II; Joyce James, Central Elementary paraprofessional; Sue Kelly, Southeastern Elementary kindergarten teacher; Bruce Krueger, high school student services; Melva Nystrom high school physical education; Richard Pohja, high school industrial arts teacher; Judith Schaefer, Central Elementary secretary; Isa Shultz, middle school custodian; Deborah Storms, Star Elementary second grade teacher; Andrea Storrs, high school art teacher; Mary Vliek, assistant superintendent; Edward von der Hoff, middle school special education teacher; Donald Waters, middle school health care I paraprofessional; and Susan Wilson, Central Elementary custodian. The personnel report included notice of the following recalls from lay-off: Alisa Gardner, middle school special education teacher; Jeremy Milarch, high school science teacher; Tricia Mosley, Northeastern Elementary first grade teacher; Amy Oster, Central Elementary kindergarten teacher; Kathryn Geer Putnam-Haines, high school social studies teacher; Melinda Smalley, district-wide elementary fine arts teacher; and Tera Zurface, Southeastern Elementary first grade teacher. Appointments included in the personnel report were: Ryan Bosma, Community Education and Recreation Center (CERC) cardio/ weight room; Kurt Myers, high school driver education instructor; Christopher Sheldon-Floyd, CERC lifeguard; Chad Singleterry, CERC lifeguard; Molly Smith, CERC lifeguard; Todd Bates, high school girls diving coach; Steve Collins, high school boys and girls cross country coach; Pat Coltson, head JV football coach; Benjamin Conklin, boys varsity soccer coach; Jeff Denny, assistant varsity football coach; Kelsey Dickenson, freshmen volleyball coach; Brian Donnini, assistant JV football coach; Traci Downs, freshmen cheerleading coach; Marshall Evans, head freshmen football coach; Andrew Haines, boys tennis coach; Stephanie Hokanson, eighth grade volleyball coach; Amy Hubbell, varsity sideline and competitive cheer coach; Diane Jager, JV cheerleading coach; Stan Kirkendall, girls JV golf coach; Jeff Keller, assistant freshmen football coach; Gina McMahon, varsity volleyball coach; Fred Rademacher, varsity football coach; Carl Schoessel, girls swim coach; Timothy Schoessel, JV boys soccer coach; and Angelia Sixberry, middle school seventh grade volleyball coach. The personnel report included the following transfers and reassignments: Robert Henry, middle school custodian, and Mary Robinson, CERC childcare center director. Later in the meeting the meeting, the board received the notice of resignation from the following laid-off teachers: Matthew Armstrong, Brian Balch, Elizabeth Sedgewick, and Sarita Shetenhelm. In other business, the board: • Adopted the 2010-11 General Appropriations Act resolution as recommended by its finance committee. The resolution sets the parameters for the 2010-11 fiscal year. • Approved the 2010-11 tax levy resolution, which includes an operating tax levy of 17.9262 mills on non-homestead property for general operating expenses, a debt retirement tax rate of 4.25 mills, and a State Education Tax of 6.0 mills, as required by state law. • Adopted a resolution to borrow up to $5.9 million to meet cash flow needs for the 201011 fiscal year. • Announced that it will hold a special meeting to approve the budget for 2010-11 fiscal year at 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 28, in the multi-purpose room of the Hastings Middle School, 232 W. Grand St. • Announced that its annual organizational meeting would be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday, July 26, in the multi-purpose room of Hastings Middle School. • Authorized Satterlee to execute facility use agreements with the following organizations for the 2010-11 school year: Community Action Agency of South Central Michigan, the use of two classrooms at Southeastern Elementary for the Head Start program; Barry Intermediate School District, the use of one classroom at Star Elementary and one classroom at Southeastern Elementary for its special needs program; Hastings Education Association, use of one classroom at Hastings Middle School for office space; Child Care Resources, use of two classrooms in the annex building; Child Abuse Prevention Council of Barry County, two classrooms in the annex; and Court-Appointed Special Advocates, use of two classrooms in the annex. • Approved a cooperative agreement to share the services of food service director Karen Locke with the Maple Valley School District. The director’s services will be spilt 55/45 between Hastings and Maple Valley schools, and it has been estimated that the agreement will save Hastings Area Schools $13,000 during the 2010-11 school year. • Readmitted an expelled student to the Hastings Area School System for the fall of the 2010-11 school year. • Approved the school improvement plan for the 2010-11 through 2013-14 school years. Delton Kellogg Schools superintendent officially resigns by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer While vagueness and secondhand information previously prevented total certainty regarding the possibility of Cynthia Vujea resigning from her position as superintendent of Delton Kellogg Schools, Monday’s meeting of the district’s board of education laid to rest any such uncertainty, with the board voting to accept her request for resignation effective July 1. “It has been an honor and a privilege to serve as your superintendent and to be a member of the Delton community for the past four years. However, I believe it’s time to move on to a new and exciting challenge in my professional life that was brought to my attention by the Michigan Leadership Institute,” said Vujea, reading from a prepared letter. As previously reported, Vujea has been hired as superintendent of Lakeshore Public Schools, which is located in Stevensville. To the visible disappointment of some attendees of the meeting, Vujea was not the only employee of the school to announce resigna- tion. During the meeting, letters of resignation from the following teachers of the school system were read: Marese Bechler, Thomas Byrum, Raymond Foster, Leslie Ivens, Timothy LaVasseur, Carolyn Nash, Ruth Anne Prentice and Deborah Wright-Finedell. Based on the letters of resignation, the teachers will take with them well over 150 years of experience with the school system. Akin to the announced resignations, the board also voted to retroactively lay off the following teachers June 8: Jessica Barnes, Ryan Bates, Karmin Bourdo, Jennifer Ferguson, Christine Kiel, Sara Mast, Natalie Pell, Monique Reed, Terasa Reurink, Janine Smith, Heidi Tyner and Tracy Webster. Louise Angelo, principal of the alternative high school and assistant principal of Delton Kellogg High School, also was laid off by the board, effective Sept. 2. Also approved by the board were reductions to the schedules of teachers Jennifer Deliaphiano, Val Heethuis and Sara Knight for the 2010-11 year. Andrew Stoneburner, president of the board, explained that the terminations and reductions were necessary to prepare for the upcoming school year and that some of the employees would be asked to return to work for the district during that period. “We need a little bit of time for administrators to get together, for us to look at everything,” Stoneburner said. “So some of these will be called back, but we just have to cover our bases right now.” The board also voted to hire several people for various positions within the district including Carla Culbert as a teacher for the high school’s summer credit recovery courses, Michael Mohn as a varsity girls basketball coach, Kim O’Meara as a homebound instructor and Denise Osborne as a secretary to the superintendent. In other business, the board heard a presentation from Clinton Waller, a teacher at the high school, who announced that the school system had been awarded the opportunity to receive a grant through the Michigan Renewable Schools program of Michigan Energy Works that would help to provide the school with several things, including a solar energy array, an outdoor learning center and a weather monitoring station. “Only 20 schools in Michigan are approved for this grant, and we got it,” he said. According to Waller, approximately $9,300 of additional funding, which must be secured by Aug. 3, is needed for the district to receive the grant. He asked the board to consider utilizing the school system’s funds to ensure receipt of the grant and explained that, with the start of the upcoming school year, the amount would be repaid with money earned from various donations. “We know that we’re going to be able to raise this money once fall comes along and pay the district back, and what we’re asking for is a leap of faith and enough money so that we don’t lose our place in line,” he said. Based on discussion by the board, its members will consider the request at its next meeting. A proposal to certify the school system through the Michigan Green Schools program also was presented to the board by Waller. The board also took the following actions: • Adopted a resolution for the school system to receive approximately $2.4 million of funds allowed for by the State School Aid Act of 1979. • Approved a contract between the school system and Secant Technologies for virtualization of Delton Kellogg Schools’ computer servers at a cost of approximately $57,000. • Approved an agreement between the school system and the Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency to allow, among other things, KRESA to provide office-related services for Delton Kellogg Schools from July 1 to June 30, 2012, for an initial annual amount of just under $20,000. • Adopted a resolution to approve membership of the district in the Michigan High School Athletic Association. • Recognized exceptional contributions to the school system with the reading of “Nice Job Notes” dedicated to Becky Boze, Farnood Farmand and Mike Wertman. Connectivity is the basis for Joint Planning Alliance by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern The Joint Planning Alliance (JPA), a collective group of board members from the City of Hastings, Hastings Charter Township, Rutland Charter Township and Barry County, came together June 21 to welcome an audience of integral parts of the community to better understand the reasoning behind formation and continuance of the JPA. The invited members will form an advisory group to the Joint Planning Alliance, and will provide input and opinions to the board and will meet semi-annually to discuss ways in which the JPA can better its objectives. The advisory group is made up of residents of the townships, with members representing each of the townships and different aspects of each community, from health care workers to employers. “We just wanted to have people that will speak their minds,” said Jim Carr, chairman of JPA and Rutland Charter Township supervisor. “We tried to pick a diverse portion of the community that understands that personal problems and agendas come second to the good of everyone.” Another major goal of the board in forming an advisory group is to educate the community to its purpose and goals and also to coordinate what is best for the entire community through the thoughts and ideas of its assorted members, not just cater to a specific township or city. “Hastings City and Rutland have had a rough past with arguing,” said Carr, “but real- ly, the creation and goals of this group have helped communication. There are still things that we disagree on, of course, but we can talk about it now instead of getting all worked up.” The board explained to members in attendance Monday that they have been trying to put a Joint Future Land Use plan into action. The plan states that the jurisdictions will work together for the good of the entire community, putting aside personal gain. According to the official purpose statement of the plan, it ‘includes a detailed conceptual plan for an approximately 32-square mile area of Barry County, including all of the City of Hastings and the easterly two-thirds of Rutland Township, the westerly one-third of Hastings Charter and an area of less than two square miles around Leach and Middle lakes in southwest Calton Township.’ During the meeting, members said they hope to accomplish development of the immediate rural community, and that they are trying to make the best of the existing infrastructure. One issue at this point is the joining of water and sewer services from the city of Hastings extending outward, allowing smaller townships and communities to have no need for their own piping and facilities. Carr expressed concern for the waste and needless duplication of services in smaller communities when it would be just as effective to extend the services outward into other townships. “It’s important that we continue asking for growth that extends from the city outward,” Let us process your COLOR FILM... Quickly! PRINTING PLUS at J-Ad Graphics North of Hastings on M-43 said Carr. The board also discussed the accomplishments of Joint Planning Alliance thus far, including the joint zoning overlay, brownfield grant, and Leach and Middle lakes sewer agreement. The brownfield grant will allow citizens to apply for funding to cover the cost of testing prospective property for contamination. The grant, in the total of $184,000, is at the service of any member of the community who wishes to apply for it. He said is also a strong chance that when the grant money runs down, further grants could be awarded to JPA. Members also said the funding was due to the separate boards working together, and that it had been denied when previously sought. “If you look online, you won’t see any other alliance like this, and this original thought of working together is what’s going to get us ahead,” said Carr. Parks and rec board moves forward on McKeown Bridge Park project by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Instead of meeting at their usual site at the Barry County Courts and Law building, members of the Barry County Parks and Recreation Board met at the Thornapple Township Hall in Middleville Thursday, June 17. Gathering at this location gave members of the board an opportunity before and after the meeting to walk or cycle on the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail and explore other parks in Middleville, including Stagecoach Park. During the meeting, Chairman Warren Wheeler told board members that the contract with Visser Brothers for construction on the McKeown Bridge Park project in Hastings Township has not been signed by Barry County but has been approved by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment. He also announced that the shelter bid was accepted at a cost of $9,767. Receipt of the shelter will be coordinated so that Visser will be able to install it during construction. The vault toilet project will go out for bids again since only one bid was received. Portable toilets are now available on the site, and the vault toilets will be installed at the conclusion of the project. Wheeler stressed that one of the goals of the McKeown Bridge Park project is to make it as “maintenance-free as possible.” The park project was approved early in 2009 and will include $215,300 for various park improvement projects. Funding comes from the state’s mineral, oil and gas royalties. The McKeown Bridge Park development will include fishing and overlook decks, wetland boardwalks, paved walkways, canoe launch, parking improvements, picnic and restroom facilities, and native plantings on land owned by the county near Thornapple Manor. The project will expand the current park, at which an iron truss bridge over the Thornapple River is the focal point. Joanne Barnard, executive director of the Barry Conservation District, reported that the area for the prairie planting has been prepared and that planting should be completed by the end of the month. Recent weather conditions have delayed planting, she said. About a quarter of the seeds were donated by Pheasants Forever. Barnard also reported that she will be working with Wheeler on the proposed budget for the 2011 year. The county has asked for several different plans with various percentages of cutbacks included. Tom Funke, resident manager at the Otis Farm Sanctuary and Michigan Audubon staff member, is continuing to collect park rules from other communities and will give the board an update at the August meeting. The goal is to make sure that rules are consistent through the county. Board member Rick Moore reported that new gates will be installed across the trail in the Charlton Park area with signs saying the trail is the property of Barry County. He also talked briefly about positive comments on that trail he has heard and his predictions. He said he hopes that the trail for walkers and cyclists can be finished within five years, linking Kent County through Barry County to Eaton County. Elspeth Englis, who serves on the Charlton Park Board as well as the county parks board, reported that Charlton Park has received more than 40 applications for the executive director position that show a diversity of applications from across Michigan and internationally. These will be reviewed by the Charlton Park Village and Museum Board, she said, and interviews with the top candidates will be scheduled. “We hope to select a director by September or October,” said Englis. Board member Mike Bremer added that because of the recently remodeled director’s residence on the property, someone with school-aged children likely would want to start before school begins. Members briefly discussed the impact of the Barry County Parks and Recreation Board on local communities and parks boards within the county. “We want to learn what has worked from the communities in the county and other organizations like the Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission,” said Jim DeYoung. Walt Eavey, who is the TAPRC representative on the county board, announced the hiring of a new director, Steven Hildebrand. Eavey predicted that Hildebrand will bring some changes. The next meeting of the Barry County Parks and Recreation Board will be Thursday, July 15, in the courts and law building at 6 p.m. That meeting will include a mass swearing-in of board members. More information is available online at www.barrycounty.org. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 24, 2010 — Page 3 ‘Willy Wonka Jr.’ opens tomorrow evening “Willy Wonka Jr.” will be presented at 3 and 7 p.m. Friday, June 25, in the Hastings High School Lecture Hall. Local children have worked five-hour days for two weeks under the direction of Michigan State University theater graduate Sarah LaJoye. Angie Greenfield is the stage manager and Teresa Pash of Nashville serves as the music director. Jenny LaJoye and Chelsea LaJoye are assistant directors and choreographers. The children come from Middleville, Hastings, Delton, Jenison and Nashville schools and range in age from third through eighth grades. During the long rehearsals, the students have learned many theater skills including singing, dancing, working cooperatively, acting, stage terms and projection of their voice and character, said Patti LaJoye. “My daughter sings these songs all night and watches the clock tick away in the morning until it’s time to go back to theater rehearsals,” said one parent. This is the third production of the Thornapple Arts Council’s summer youth theater program. Next year, program coordinator Patti LaJoye plans to split the age groups and conduct two different performances of a possible Disney show. “We’d like to keep the schedule the same to accommodate vacation Bible school and the start of summer sports here in Hastings. Mark next year’s calendar for afternoons during the third and fourth weeks of June,” she said. The cast of “Willy Wonka Jr.” includes Willy Wonka, Joel Shinavier; Candy Man, Maggie Doherty; Oompa Loompas, Emma Keech, Belle Youngs, Lauren Harden, Whitney Carlson and Hannah Johnson; Charlie Bucket, Mary Green; Mrs. Bucket, Megan Slagel; Grandpa Joe, Devlyn Huska; Grandma Josephina, Carley Laubaugh; Grandma Georgina, Stevie Fuhr; Phineous Trout, Clare Green; Augustus Gloop, Justin Schaefer; Mrs. Gloop, Kelsey Johnson; Veruca Salt, Anna Pash; Mrs. Salt, Alexis Replogle; Violet Beauregarde, Hannah LaJoye; Mrs. Beauregarde, Logan Fish; Mike Teavee, Gretchen James; Ms. Teavee, Caroline Garrison; dancers, Megan Slagel, Hannah LaJoye, Anna Pash, Getchen James, Kelsey Johnson and the entire cast. The Summer Youth Theater program is sponsored by the Thornapple Arts Council and hosted by the Hastings Area Schools and KCC in Hastings. Friday’s performances are free of charge (donations encouraged) and open to everyone. Violet Beauregarde (Hannah LaJoye) with Mrs. Beauregarde (Logan Fish) and Phineous Trout (Clare Green). Maggie Doherty as The Candy Man in Willy Wonka, Jr. Joel Shinavier portrays Willy Wonka. Mike Teavee (Gretchen James) and his mother (Caroline Garrison). Candy Kids strike a pose. Pictured are: (front row, from left) Emma Keech, Caroline Garrison, Whitney Carlson, ( back row, from left) Lauren Harden, Maggie Doherty, Hannah LaJoye, and Belle Youngs. Mrs. Salt (Alexis Replogle) and Veruca (Anna Pash) in a scene from Willy Wonka, Jr. Follow the Stars H H H H H Charlie (Mary Green) with his mom, Mrs. Bucket (Megan Slagel) and Grandpa Joe (Devlyn Huska) to one of the strongest banks in the nation. Hastings City Bank has been awarded BauerFinancial’s* highest 5 Star Superior rating for financial strength and stability as of June 2010. We are the only bank in our service area to have this coveted rating. *BauerFinancial has been providing the public with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions regarding their banking relationships for over a quarter of a century. For the rating of any U.S. bank or federally insured credit union, simply visit www.bauerfinancial.com 77547040 Oompa Loompas in costume strike a pose: Pictured are: (Front row, from left)Belle Youngs, Emma Keech, ( back row, from left) Hannah Johnson Whitney Carlson, and Lauren Harden. �Page 4 — Thursday, June 24, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Equipment disappears while resident is doing a good deed To the editor: We live on the “S” curve on Hammond Road and for some reason, the township does not cut the grass along the shoulder of the road. So, two or three times a year, my husband goes out and uses his weed whip to trim back the grass so drivers can see the guard rails that keep them from going into the lake. On Saturday, June 19, he was nearing the end of his clearing, so was around the curve and couldn’t see where he had left his gas can and about $45 worth of trimming supplies. Why would he be watching his equipment – he was right there and it was obvious he didn’t just leave it there? Well, someone took everything. We are hoping that person thought that these were left and helped themselves, but now that they know why the items were there, will return them to us. Please just drop them back where you found them. It will sure help my husband to keep the grass trimmed back so cars don’t try to use the shoulder and hit the guard rail. Maria Szumowski, Hastings Sculpture exhibit is a great project To the editor: I think the Hastings sculpture exhibit is a great project. It will bring more people downtown so Hastings won’t look so lonely, but happy. My favorite sculpture is the steel horse. Sam Johnson, age 11, Hastings Dinner was more about ‘buddies’ than solutions To the editor: Last Monday night’s Republican dinner left me wanting a better menu. As thankful as I was to have had an opportunity to hear Rick Snyder as the keynote speaker, I was equally disappointed to sit through a multitude of candidates boasting more of their “endorsements” and “who’s my buddy in Lansing” than the pressing need for fiscal responsibility, protecting our constitution, integrity and love for our state and country. As one of many constituents, I see these endorsements as sure indicators of how easily officials will be swayed on a vote; as for their buddies in Lansing, they will not be paying the politicians’ salaries, we will be. Playing politics is no longer attractive, it’s purely nauseating. I am part of an ever-growing consensus of people who have had it with politicians. We are looking for representatives to refocus their intentions back to representing working families who are paying the majority of taxes. This is a new era of politicians — actually, a new era for non-politicians. We are looking for American leaders who have worked, managed money with frugality having given special attention to their bottom lines, men and women who have run successful businesses, taxpayers who understand the enslavement of being taxed and penalized. We yearn for men and women of integrity, common sense, protective instincts and valor. Leaders in our communities with not just local ties but actual investments of their own sweat, blood and tears. We hope for representatives who are willing to forgo the endorsements, the specialinterests groups, the kickbacks and perks, the raises and benefits to represent us in today’s American climate. Of the people. By the people. For the people. Joanna Haddix, Hastings Bikers well-received To the editor: I stopped at a local restaurant Monday and talked with a member of the PALM group — 800 people Peddling Across Lower Michigan. He told me they loved Hastings. It was the only city to have someone greet them. He said all the people were shopping, going to movies and restaurants. He said they had a great impression of Hastings. They all camped at the school and had a trolley taking them back and forth. Rick Jones, Grand Ledge City, county should put money to better uses To the editor: I have a problem with moving the statute at Tyden Park. Why, if we may have to cut down trees to place it on the courthouse lawn? The theory “if it ain’t broke why fix it” makes sense. Leave well enough alone. Do the city and county not have enough to do with their budgets? Put their money to better uses. Like fixing curbs, fixing the rise in their bricks where trees are downtown. They should try to get more businesses downtown like Payless Shoes, movie rental place, donut shop, Dunkin Donuts, Red Lobster, etc. Another thing I’d like to tell the city – quit worrying about Burkey’s new sign. It looks nice and is not obnoxious as some people think. Deb James, Hastings Barry Commissioners talking ‘trash’ again Last week wasn’t the first time the topic of trash and recycling wouldn’t do it. It’s an alternative to landfills. It has to happen. throughout the county was brought up during a regular county We’re running out of room. We’re running out of resources. It’s board of commissioners meeting. The issue of county-wide recy- inevitable.” As part of futuring group’s environmental action plan for Barry cling resurfaced in response to Waste Management Inc.’s request to the City of Hastings and approved by the city in February to move County, members identified how the natural world around us had the recycling drop-off containers out of the city to their location been in so much trouble. The report said, “In general, our modern north of town. Providing recycling drop-off sites to residents of lifestyle is dangerously out of balance with our environment. We Hastings was required by city ordinance. The city manager said the are creating an environment of wounds, distractions, pollution, request was “reasonable” because of refuse issues and increased destruction, disharmony and death. If we wish to leave behind us a legacy of hope and beauty and not one use at the East State Street location of destruction, then we must do somemeant that Waste Management was thing now. We are all part of the earth, making more frequent trips to transand whatever we do, whatever we port materials. In my view, the request take, we are taking and affecting, in was reasonable — based on business reality, part of ourselves.” principles — but if we’re going to be Now here we are more than 20 serious about recycling, then deciyears later, and we’re still talking sions need to be based on the best about how we can make a recycling interests of our community and its program work for the residents of the residents, not on one of the city’s concounty. tractors. According to a report released by According to Jane Norton, former The West Michigan Strategic Alliance, recycling coordinator for Recycling in of which Barry County is a member, Barry County (RiBC), back in 1989, Barry County is identified as the secrecycling was on the increase. ond smallest population in West As part of an action plan presented Michigan with the majority of its resito the board of commissioners in dents living in rural villages and townAugust of 1991, the Barry County ships. The relatively sparse population Futuring Committee sent a letter to Now that Hastings is promoting sculptures, makes it more difficult to establish a commissioners in support of a grant application made by RiBC and maybe they would be interested in this sculp- recycling program, yet community Hastings Sanitary Service to expand ture, titled “Big Bil-Bored” which once stood at leaders in rural areas have continued the recycling collection program by the Cermak Plaza in Berwyn, Ill. The sculpture, to develop recycling programs that erecting a recovery facility at their designed by Nancy Rubin, was made entirely of work. Drop-off sites that are available Hope, Barry, Johnstown, site. In the letter they stated: “Barry trash. (Photo from the University of Chicago in Orangeville, Prairieville and Yankee County is very aware of the mounting website.) Springs townships were all part of the solid waste crisis. We currently landoriginal program set up under RiBC fill the majority of all wastes in the one remaining landfill in the county. This grant would address a programs in the early 1980s. Yet, here we are again, talking about major part of the waste stream, 37 percent, as well as other materi- the importance of recycling and reducing the waste stream. Are we going backward? als not collected at drop-off sites.” During last week’s county board meeting, Steve Essling, a memRecycling in Barry County began operation with a drop-off site in October of 1982 in Middleville. Jackie Schmitz, Darlene ber of the county’s solid waste oversight committee, discussed the Paulauski and Shirley Wietnik started the group and were commit- prospect of a countywide program. Essling told commissioners that ted to getting residents throughout the county sold on its benefits. Public Act 69 of 2005 allows county governments to partner with With absolutely no funding from the county, these women, due to smaller municipalities to implement recycling programs and their strong conviction, worked to sell the residents of the county charge owners of households for participation in the program. I know local residents don’t want their taxes increased; more than 20 an alternative to land filling recyclable materials. In 1983, 13.5 tons of recycled waste were collected and market- years ago, local officials and area residents understood the impored in the county. RiBC realized steady growth each year during its tance of the program and the impact it could have on our quality of operation, and was always open to additional drop-off sites life. They had a successful program at little cost. Its’ time for counthroughout the county because they knew if the program was to be ty commissioners find a way to partner with local governments, area haulers and other experts in their field (like Padnos) to put successful, it had to be convenient. In 1988, 42.7 tons of metal aluminum and glass were collected together a recycling program that is convenient, affordable and in the county. In 1989 plastic milk jugs and newspaper was added sustainable for years to come. On the front page of the environmental action plan presented to to the list of recyclables and in six month, 2.8 tons of milk jugs were collected or 39,200 jugs. During the same period 25.6 tons of the Barry County Futuring Committee in 1989 it says: “I am myself and all that’s around me, and if I do not save it, it shall not newspapers were collected. Not only did RiBC promote recycling to county residents, they save me.” Government’s No. 1 responsibility is to solve problems. had to promote the importance to local business and industry. Felpausch in Hastings contacted Norton in 1988 with questions on Recycling was determined to be a solution to growing problem how to start an office-paper recycling program. And, J-Ad back in the early 1980s, and with the support of local volunteers we Graphics became involved in recycling, as generators of a lot of attempted to solve the problem on our own. Barry County stood out as a green community more than 20 newsprint, metal plates and film — all were products that could be recycled. We still maintain a recycling program today, keeping tons years ago when it wasn’t ‘cool’ to be green. Now, when we’re all talking about being green — cool cities, low-flow, waste reduction, of materials out of the waste stream each week. When Norton took over RiBC from Schmitz, Paulauski and repurposing, frugality and other similar incentives — the city has Wietnik, she put together a seminar in Hastings, featuring speakers bailed on the concept of convenient recycling. Now some residents who shared information on Barry County’s waste problems and are throwing away items they once recycled because it’s become how important it was to close the recycling loop. The seminar too difficult or impossible to recycle. We all should feel a responsibility to be good stewards of the focused on getting businesses started to think about utilizing waste-reduction methods while expanding the residential pro- land. If we are serious about saving our little corner of the world, grams. If Barry County is to move forward in the proper handling we should start by accepting the responsibility of managing our waste, by controlling the waste stream and keeping everything we of solid waste, a facility is needed to achieve that end. Ken Neil, former owner of Hastings Sanitary Service (now can from our landfills. Now is the time for county leaders to accept their responsibility Waste Management), through his company, supported RiBC and was one of the featured speakers and was given a plaque for his of making recycling a habit for all our residents. We don’t have to rewrite history when it comes to recycling, just revisit the facts and contributions to making the program possible. During the same time, our local Extension office supported recy- we can keep Barry County clean. cling and the importance it had on our environment. Former Fred Jacobs, vice president of J-ad Graphics Director Jan Hartough said, “I think recycling is important, or I The Hastings Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. Should sales tax money go toward state’s general fund? Do you think the Michigan State Legislature should approve using funds from sales tax revenues that currently go to the school aid budget to go toward the general fund? Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Bill Williston, Hastings: “No, kids deserve the best we can give them. They need all the money they can get.” Chris Armstrong, Hastings: “I definitely do not think sales tax funds for schools should be reallocated to the general fund. This is money that should go to schools.” Rainer Frisbee, Middleville: “Dollars for schools should go to support schools, not anywhere else.” Janine Kasinsky, Hastings: “Schools still need all the funding they can get. School funds should not be used anywhere else.” Brenda McNabb-Stange, Hastings: “School funding should stay with the school budget. Local schools need funding to support students in every community.” JoAnn Amos, Hope Township: “I think that it is important that funding stay with the schools to help students.” Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 24, 2010 — Page 5 Treasurer to resign from Prairieville by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer In a phone interview Tuesday, Deb Newhouse, treasurer of Prairieville Township, explained that she will be resigning from her position within the township effective July 1. Newhouse was appointed treasurer by the Prairieville Township Board following the resignation of former treasurer Vickey Nottingham, who left the board July 1, 2009. According to Newhouse, the impetus for her decision to resign was the sudden and unexpected death of her husband, Alan, in January. Newhouse explained that she has been hired as branch manager of the PNC Bank in Delton, a position that will compensate for the loss of necessary income generated by her husband. “I have to support myself,” she said. As treasurer, Newhouse earns an annual salary of nearly $26,000, along with health care insurance and a pension. She explained that, had it not been for the death of her husband and the need to find a better way to support herself than her position within the township affords her, she would not have decided to resign and likely would have competed in the next election for treasurer of the municipality. “It was an offer I couldn’t refuse,” she said of the invitation to join the bank. The board has voted to replace her with appointee Kasandra McGuire, she said. Following Newhouse’s departure, she will be one of more than a dozen people to have left the employ of the township over the course of less than two years. In the month of April, alone, three people submitted resignations and a fourth announced his retirement. Gerry VanderPloeg resigned from the planning commission, Barbara Miller resigned from the zoning board of appeals and Bill Miller resigned as trustee. Bill Miller was one of four township board members who are the target of a recall effort. The retirement of Prairieville Township Police Chief Larry Gentry also was accepted at the April meeting. Several messages regarding Newhouse’s decision to resign that were left for Supervisor Jim Stoneburner and Clerk Jill Owens were not returned. Stoneburner and Owens are the subject of a recall election that will be held Aug. 3. Don’t take 911 services for granted To the editor: One night last spring, we were on our way home from a volleyball tournament near Detroit. It was around midnight; we were very tired as we drove on rural country roads somewhere in Prairieville. A deer bolted out and hit the front passenger side of the car, damaging it extensively. When this happens, I guess, like any accident, it’s a huge shock. I found it hard to articulate exactly where we were located when I called 911. The dispatcher at 911 was able to tell me that a deputy was in Prairieville about two miles from where we were and that he was on his way. I was on a cell phone and was thrilled that Barry County had the ability to locate individuals in need of help. I was familiar with the tracking ability because I had heard about an instance where a neighboring county was given assistance from Barry County when a boater on Gull Lake called 911 as the boat was sinking. I really thought that all counties, and states, were pretty equal when it came to 911 services. I have come to find out that I was taking for granted the services that are available to the residents of Barry County. I recently traveled to Los Angeles, where my daughter was moving to attend school. While I was out there, I was the first one to notice a garbage truck that was on fire and melting. I was sitting in the entrance of a car IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV wash that was attached to a gas station. The smoking, melting garbage truck was about 50 feet away on an adjacent road in front of townhouses. I looked behind me, seeing gas pumps. I looked beside me at the burning truck’s cylinder, exposed gas tank and immediately called 911. The problem was that I was very unfamiliar with the area I was in. I knew I was in the town of El Monte on Peck Road and I had crossed Live Oak Road, but that was the extent of my geographical knowledge. I assumed that the 911 dispatcher would know where I was. Well, my first attempt to contact 911 was dropped. As I made a second attempt, my anxiety began to rise. When I reached 911 again, they had to transfer me to the fire department where I had to repeat the emergency message I was trying to communicate. When I finally reached the fire dispatcher, I was a little demanding as I instructed him to immediately respond to the emergency. He was trying to figure out where I was. I quickly drove to the intersection so I could give him the location then left the area. My curiosity got the best of me about an hour later. I went back to the scene and saw that the garbage was dumped on the road so they could extinguish the fire and another truck had been called in to re-load the debris. I was quite amazed when my sister, who lives in L.A., told me that her daughter had waited at the scene of the accident, in which she had been involved, for more than an hour for an emergency vehicle to respond. Again, I think that we should appreciate and not take for granted the fantastic service that is available through our high-tech 911 system. Bonnie Hogoboom, Delton When both sides are wrong You’d think the school aid fund budget would be a cinch this year, especially relative to last year. After all, the updated school aid fund revenue results as well as revenue estimates for the future are better than expected. However, there are two bad ideas floating around out there. Both have come about because of this “good” news. The first, and most noteworthy, is a Senate Republican proposal to pay the community college appropriation out of the school aid fund. Currently, community colleges are covered by the general fund. While Proposal A clearly allows the school aid fund to be used to cover community colleges and universities, this proposal is basically equivalent to transferring school aid fund resources to the general fund. That does not match the intent of Proposal A. In the recent past, there have been too many fund transfers that look and smell like a shell game. Just because something is legal, does not mean it is appropriate. COUNTY WIDE YARD SALE & SWAP MEET Saturday, June 26 9am to 3pm Cemetery rules seem to be selectively enforced To the editor: I went to the Cedar Creek Cemetery to visit and put flowers on my family’s graves before Memorial Day. After returning two weeks later to check on them, much to my surprise, all the flowers were gone. I was told after calling the Hope Township Supervisor that they were taken off because the rules are now being enforced. The rules have not been in effect for more than 12 years. According to the township supervisor, they have not been enforced for over five years. My father and brother have been buried in that cemetery for 45 years, and the rules have never been enforced. I am not against rules and having them enforced, but why was there no posting that the rules would be enforced this year? Nothing is posted on the cemetery gates, signs, in the paper or on the township office door — nothing that would draw attention to the fact that enforcement was now taking effect. They said the rules are no flowers stuck in the ground and all urns have to be on cement or shepherd hooks for hanging flowers. I am fine with that if — and that is a big if — everyone is following the rules, also if everyone is treated the same. The supervisor told me that I could pick up the flowers that were being stored in plastic garbage bags in the shed. When I got there, I could not distinguish my flowers from the others shoved in the bags. They were crushed and falling apart. After complaining about that, I was told the flowers must have been stolen. I believe that is called “passing the buck.” Again, the powers of control used their infinite judgment to enforce rules on a few of our citizens. Is this respect or disrespect for the families or the deceased? I wonder why just a few families were selected to be used as an example to the others. I have checked daily, and only a few select graves have the flowers taken off. Flowers are not cheap. Most people are on fixed incomes and cannot afford to replace 28 separate bills from radiology, pathology, internal medicine, emergency physicians, family physicians, and hospital inpatient services. Statements came from as far away as Wisconsin and Grand Rapids or simply from a box number. Four were incorrect, requiring six trips into town to clear them up. Notices from Allied, their Zeeland-based collection agency, are well known by residents in Barry County. In 2007 my husband was put into collections for $36, and I never did locate Vendor Space (15x30) flowers every few weeks. We should be allowed to grieve, show our love and remember in a way that is with bounds. All people should be treated the same. Either take off all flowers and displays of all violators or leave all alone. I feel singled out along with other families with loved ones in the cemetery. I will not be replacing my flowers this year. It looks lonely and as if my loved ones have been forgotten. I cannot afford another $200 to replace flowers on those graves. Maybe within the year the township board can decide if we will all be treated equally and our loved ones treated with dignity. I urge anyone with loved ones in Cedar Creek Cemetery to check the graves and see if your flowers are still on display. If not, contact the Hope Township Supervisor. $10 advanced reservation • $15 Day of the sale Go to www.charltonpark.org–Special Events ARTS, CRAFTS AND For Registration Forms DIRECT SALES Or call Linda to reserve your space: WELCOME 269-945-3775 Village, Museum & Recreation Area 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings, MI 49058-8102 Ph: 269-945-3775 Fax: 269-945-0390 www.charltonpark.org 07545748 Winifred Haines, Delton a statement or notice for that one. Last year, Pennock outsourced their cleaning contract causing many local workers to quit. This week I spoke with my Pennock-affiliated doctor about my wish to get another choice for a hospital into Barry County. He said I could never do it. Well, what do you say? Ruth Kosbar, Hastings Hastings Public Library weekly schedule Thursday, June 24 — So Many Books Book Club discusses Tell No One by Harlan Coban 10 to 11 a.m.; teen scavenger hunt 2 p.m.; Movie Memories celebrates great musicals, this week, “State Fair,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 25 — preschool story time celebrates “octopus” 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Tuesday, June 29 — toddler story time celebrates “the stories of Ellen Stoll Walsh,” 10:30 to 11 a.m.; free swim at Hastings Recreation Center for summer reading program participants with their reading logs 12 to 3 p.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 30 — summer reading program welcomes “Tunes ‘n’ Tales,” 2 to 3 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library for more information at 269-945-4263. CHARLTON PARK Hastings, MI FREE Public Admission County needs another good choice in hospitals To the editor: During an emergency, Barry County residents travel to Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids or other centers of excellence. We need another acute care hospital in Barry County. The counties of Allegan, Eaton, Ingham, Van Buren and Calhoun each have two. Ottawa County and Kalamazoo County each have three and Kent County and Montcalm County each have four. This year at Pennock for one stay, I received The second bad idea is a House Democrat proposal to immediately spend all this surplus money. The concept is to send it out to schools now because the last budget was so difficult. The problem with that is that the current “surplus” is based on a string of a few months of stronger-than-expected results. This does not mean happy times are here again. If we empty the school aid fund now, it will greatly increase the chances of a prorated cut later. I am advocating for middle ground here. Let’s just leave the “surplus” in the school aid fund for now; don’t transfer it out and don’t spend it all. We can wait and evaluate the stability of school aid fund revenues with a little more time. Think about it like your own checkbook. It does not hurt to have a small cushion in there for when something goes wrong. It can really help to smooth out the bumps in the road. And we have had plenty of bumps in the last decade. 77547051 �Page 6 — Thursday, June 24, 2010 — The Hastings Banner After more than four decades, treasurer will not seek re-election by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer After 44 years of serving as Vermontville’s treasurer, Kay Marsh will not be running for the position again in the November election. Marsh made the official announcement at Wednesday night’s council meeting. She said the years of serving have been a pleasure due to the people she has met and relationships formed through the decades. “I’ve had 44 years, and I’ve had some wonderful councils to work with,” Marsh told the council and audience. “Whoever takes this position, I know they will enjoy it immensely.” Marsh’s position, along with that of three trustees, the village clerk and president also will be part of the November election. The council voted 3-2 Wednesday to ask Marsh to assist the new treasurer transition into the position. (Trustee Abe French was absent.) The council also approved Marsh being compensated at a rate of $10 per hour, up to 20 hours a week for not more than one month. The council also voted 4-1 to turn down an offer from Bob Prater, one of the owners of the Mobil Gas Station in Vermontville. Prater offered to give the village a manufactured home that is currently on property the company recently purchased. Plans for the land include expanding the current gas station and adding new features, including a fast food restaurant inside the station. Trustee Garry Patrick presented estimates to the board concerning moving the home and repairing electrical and air conditioning systems in order to use the building for village offices. Worship Together… 77546995 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Fifth Sunday after Pentecost June 27 - One service at 10:00; Commitment Sunday; No Sunday School June/August; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-9459414 or 945-2645; fax 269-9452698. http://www.discover grace. org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Coffee Hour; 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 1 p.m. Red Cross Blood Drive Begins; 7 p.m. Praise Team. Friday - 9 a.m. Golfer’s Group. Saturday - 6:00 p.m. Prayer Vigil begins. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. Nellie Ruth Hubka Nellie Ruth Hubka passed away on Tuesday June 22, 2010 at Carveth Village in Middleville at the age of 86. She was born on November 22, 1923 in Scottville, to Clarence Ezra and Frances Mabel (Filbrun) Cable. On March 10, 1945 she married Willard Clarence Hubka in Grand Rapids. During WWII she worked in California in a clothing shop and an electronics factory while her husband was in the service, moving back to Michigan after his discharge, where they farmed various places. Eventually they settled on a farm in Nashville in the 1960s. In 1980 they built a house on Mead Street and she lived there until moving to Carvath Village five years ago. Nellie is survived by her children, George (Inez) Hubka of Dowling, Harold Hubka of Battle Creek, Dorothy Oxley of Detroit, Carolyn (Keith) Burch of Grand Ledge, Doris (Rob) Gratopp of Gladwin, Ruth (Curt John) Benedict of Vermontville and John (Vicki) Hubka of Bryan, OH; grandchildren, Andrea Brookmyer, Crystal Hopkins, Niki Blanken, Matthew Burch, Erica Hubka and Charlotte Oxley; great-grandchildren, Michaela Burch and Kai Hopkins; sister, Amy Dewey of Ludington; brothers, Harvey Cable of West Lafayette, IN and Clarence “Junior” Cable of Monticello, IN; many nieces, nephews, great-great nieces, nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willard Hubka; son, James Earl Hubka; parents, Clarence and Frances Cable; step-mother, Edna Cable; sister, Anne Garver; brothers, Millard Cable, Ezra Cable and Evart Cable. Nellie is at the Lauer Family Funeral Homes-Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings where her family will receive friends on Friday, June 25, 2010 at noon until the time of services at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor George Gay officiating. Interment will follow in Wilcox Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to American Cancer Society or DKG. Please share a memory with Nellie’s family at www.lauerfh.com. Researchers with the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) Tobacco Section recently completed analysis of results from a public opinion survey related to the statewide smoke-free air law. The survey was conducted prior to the May 1 implementation date of the law, which required Michigan workplaces to be smoke-free. The nine-question survey assessed knowledge about second-hand smoke, knowledge of the law, support for the law and behavior change related to the law, specifically whether participants would eat out more often if smoking was prohibited in bars and restaurants. Demographic information also was collected. The survey, which was distributed to clients receiving services at local health departments in 80 of Michigan’s 83 counties and through eight agencies serving populations disparately affected by tobacco use, was conducted between March 1 and April 23 and included 10,030 participants. The BarryEaton District Health Department (BEDHD) was one of the participating agencies. Statewide, just over 75 percent of all participants were in favor of the law, and 88 percent thought that secondhand smoke was a serious health threat to nonsmokers. Nonsmokers were significantly more supportive of the law than smokers. A total of 87 percent of participants were aware that all bars and restaurants would be smoke-free starting May 1. Overall, 89.5 percent of those surveyed reported that they would go out to eat more often or not change if smoking were prohibited in restaurants and bars. According to Teri Wilson, a consultant with the MDCH Tobacco Section, “Regardless of smoking status, the majority 945-2471 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 of participants reported no change in going out to eat if smoking was prohibited in bars and restaurants; however, nonsmokers were more likely to report they would go out to eat more often than current and former smokers. Over 900 current and former smokers reported that they would go out to eat more often.” Anne Barna, health analyst at the BarryEaton District Health Department, noted that results from Barry County were similar to statewide findings. “Seventy-two percent of participants were in favor of the law and 85.1 percent thought that second-hand smoke was a serious threat to nonsmokers,” she said. “The results of the survey indicate strong support for the smokefree law prior to implementation, and 86.3 percent of participants indicated they would go out to eat more often or just as often as they did prior to Michigan being smoke-free.” The health department has seen little impact from the new law. “The implementation of the state smokefree air law has been relatively smooth,” said Greg Cabose, environmental health supervisor for BEDHD. “We have received only one complaint since May 1, and businesses are complying with the requirements of the law.” The public opinion survey will be conducted again in August of 2010 and results of the pre- and post-law implementation surveys will be compared. Wilson noted that because the survey utilizes convenience sample methodology, the August survey will be distributed within the same venues, but not necessarily completed by the same participants. To view a copy of the survey results or for more information about Michigan’s smoke-free law visit www.michigan.gov/smokefreelaw. St. Rose priest to retire; new priest appointed from Sturgis Father Al Russell, who has served as the priest at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Hastings for nearly nine years, is retiring. His final Mass as priest of St. Rose will be Sunday, July 27 and a reception will he held in his honor immediately following the 11 a.m. Mass. Father Richard Altine, who is currently the priest at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis, will succeed Russell. Altine will be moving to Hastings July 7, and his appointment at St. Rose is effective July 12. Father Richard Altine THE REVUE presents... SHOW DATES: June 18-20 & 25-27 Fridays and Saturdays at 7 pm and Sundays at 3pm Air conditioned and free parking Concessions & cushioned seats 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings I think of the money we have, I don’t know where we would get it,” said Marsh. She suggested to the council that renovations begin at the current site, working to finish one project at a time as the budget allows. A motion by Patrick and seconded by Jorgensen to hire an engineer to re-evaluate the current office building and immediately begin the changes that would bring the building up to code was defeated after a 2-3 vote. Jason Sheridan, Sue Villanueva and Jeanette Schultz voted against the motion. The council also heard a report from Kelsey concerning the Michigan Magnetics building that has been vacant since the business left several years ago. The building will go up for sale this fall, and the village was offered the first chance to purchase the property for the cost of back taxes. Letting the deadline lapse, the village declined to purchase the Brownfield site. Kelsey explained that if no one purchases the property at the first sale in August, it will be offered for sale again in October. If it is not purchased at the second sale, the property will go back to the village unless the village writes a letter of refusal. If the village submits the letter, the land would go into the state land bank. Public opinion survey indicates support for state smoke-free air law Cash or Check - Adults $10, Seniors (62 & older) & students $8 Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 945-4700 Area Obituaries QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: 102 Cook Hastings Vermontville Treasurer Kay Marsh announced last week that she will not be seeking re-election after 44 years in the position. The current village office building was purchased from the school district in 1982 where it had served as a portable classroom since 1970. Patrick’s estimates totaled just over $30,000 and did not include demolition of the current site. Village President Doug Kelsey said an engineer had evaluated the current building five years ago and estimated $45,000 as the cost to bring it up to code. The issue of whether to accept the house has been tabled for the past several months and has been the source of much debate. “If we’re a government agency and we’re telling people they need to be up to code in their building, we should be up to code,” said Trustee Mark Jorgensen. Patrick said the council voted five years ago to begin the recommendations from the engineer, however, no work was started. “Five years ago, when we did that study, we decided to start making repairs, and we haven’t done it. We commissioned ourselves to do it, but it was never done. We’ve had five years to do something. What makes anyone think, in the next five years, we’re going to get anything done?” asked Patrick. Marsh said her chief concern is where the funds for the move would come from. “We don’t have $40,000 to do this … When (Not recommended for Children) FAMILY FUNERALS HOMES Tickets available at the door or reserved seating by emailing therevue1@yahoo.com or by calling 517-749-1229. Main Street Theater House 301 N. Main St., Nashville 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 (Across the street from Hastings City Bank) 06719268 �Social News The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 24, 2010 — Page 7 Scams, schemes continue; residents reminded to be suspicious by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern Fraud, an increasingly popular and easy crime, is affecting millions of Americans, reaching all parts of the country, including Barry County. Scams come in the form of checks, money orders, lotteries and various other cons that are an attempt to make money from unsuspecting victims and leave them with no way to repay money that has been stolen. Local resident Cathy Hurley was a target of fraud, but was lucky enough to question the claims made and avoid playing into the trap. She received a check in the mail to the amount of $3,980 and a letter from the company sending it claiming that she had won a lottery. “When I called them to see what was going on with the letter, they told me in broken English that I had been entered by paying at [a major chain store] with a credit card. I had recently done so, but I still didn’t think it was a real offer,” said Hurley. The letter claimed she has won the “North American and London Sweepstakes Lottery” and was entitled to the sum of $125,000 U.S. dollars and they were sending her an initial payment that was the amount of taxes that needed to be paid on the winnings. It also claimed that she was one of 32 winners and that they had made many unsuccessful attempts to contact her and urged her to keep her winning confidential until she had received payment. Jay Olejniczek, a detective with the Barry County Sheriff’s Department, said this is a popular hoax. Usually, the fake company — in this case Kamber Securities — out of a foreign country sends a letter and a check telling the recipient that he or she has won a large sum of money. The so-called company then claims that the person needs to pay the taxes on the winnings in order to receive the rest and must send the money back via Western Union or some other method. The victim then ideally cashes the check and sends a portion or all of it to the perpetrators, hoping to receive the remainder of the money. “Now the problem with this,” said Olejniczek, “is that the money isn’t there. It’s not a real account, but it takes some time for the check to come back as no good. By this time, the person has already cashed it and sent the money away, and now they’re liable for the money that they have withdrawn with the fake check.” “There really is no protection for the people who cash these because the money has been withdrawn,” said Joan Heffelbower, Hastings City Bank senior vice president. “It’s not similar to a debit card in the way that it has fraud protection and people can be reimbursed for their money.” The checks that are sent out are usually convincing and look just like a business check that is legitimate. Sometimes, however, small signs can point to the fact that the check is a hoax. “The routing numbers should always match,” said Olejniczek. “If they don’t, that’s a pretty clear sign that it’s fake. You can also check the watermark, or sometimes they have small problems like spelling errors.” Upon receiving any check in the mail, consumers should always be extremely suspicious of a check’s validity and never should cash anything without thoroughly investigating the source. “I was really suspicious when I got the check in the mail, because I’ve heard of these things happening before,” said Hurley. “So I had my daughter look it up online, and there were message boards full of people who were saying not to cash the check.” Other ways to determine the soundness of a check include taking it to a bank and telling them of suspicions. Residents also can take such documents to the sheriff’s department and ask for their opinions. Such checks that arrive unexpectedly are likely to be fraudulent. “Another scam going around is that if you sell something to someone online and they send you a check for an amount that’s more than what they owe you, and they tell you that all they have is the one check. They then ask you to cash it and send them the remainder. In these cases, they’ve sent you the payment and then you send them both the item that you sold them and the rest of the money and you’re out both. The check is returned and you’re liable for the entire amount of money that you cashed,” said Olejniczek. With so many schemes with such a broad spectrum of lies and claims, it’s hard to decipher what offers are true and which could land a victim thousands of dollars in debt. The most reliable rules to keep from becoming victim of a scam are to never pay for a ‘free prize,’ to pay services only after they have been delivered, never under any circumstances give out money or personal information out to unfamiliar companies and to report any information of fraud to the police. Atop all of these rules is the one that consumers should always live by when uncertain about such prospects, said Heffelbower. “The one piece of advice I would give people about dealing with these schemes is that if it seems too good to be true, it probably is,” said Heffelbower. Julia Fell to celebrate 100th birthday 100th birthday celebrations for Julia H. Fell, born on June 28, 1910 are taking place this week. She graduated from St. Johns High School and spent her early years in Lansing, MI. She moved to Middleville in 1995 and resides at Lincoln Meadows. She loves playing Scrabble, Bingo and word find puzzles. Going to the band concerts in Hastings and Middleville each week during the summer is something she really enjoys. Dining out is always a treat and she is ready Larry and Betty Tobias to celebrate 50th anniversary The Woodland fire department accepts a check for $10,000 from Carbon Green. Carbon Green donates $10,000 to Woodland fire department Larry and Betty Tobias were married on June 25, 1960 at the Orangeville Baptist Church. They have two children, Glenn (Lisa) and Chris (Kim) and five grandchildren, Colton, Leighton, Teaghan, Kali and Cameron. The family would love to have you join us to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Sunday, June 27, 2010 at Hope Township Hall, 5463 S. M-43 Hwy. from 2 to 5 p.m. Please, NO gifts! whenever the phone rings with an invitation. Celebrations will be taking place at Gun Lake with family and friends on Saturday, June 26, hosted by daughters, Dorothy Jones and Shirley Howard, and on Monday, June 28th at Lincoln Meadows with a potluck put on by her many friends there. She is deeply loved by her family and all her friends and we look forward to her celebrations next year. Julia has several grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Tobiases to celebrate 25th wedding anniversary Glenn and Lisa were married June 1, 1985 at the United Methodist Church in Delton. They have three children: Colton (14), Leighton (12) and Teaghan (9). They celebrated with a long weekend at the Ramsdell Inn in Manistee. 2 BROTHERS AND A TENT 40’x40’ and 40’x60’ Tables and chairs available. Call: Dan McKinney 269-838-7057 or Tom McKinney 269-838-3842 77546173 ® The Fire Chief Kevin Stowell has talked with Bill Bosch, environmental, health and safety manager of Carbon Green. The Woodbury plant, as well in similar plants in the cornbelt, have safety built in, he said. Stowell said the gift will be used to more thoroughly equip the department’s new $3280,000 pumper truck with more hoses, fittings, nozzles, rescue rope and a portable deck gun. The pumper truck is used for home and barn fires but it was purchased with the ethanol plant in mind. It holds 2,000 gallons of water and can pump 2,000 gallons a minute. Stowell thanked the township for budgeting the truck and Carbon Green for the gift. 77547056 by Helen Mudry Staff Writer The Woodland Township Fire Department was called out to Woodbury and the Carbon Green Bioenergy ethanol plant last week. Thankfully, it was not to douse a fire but to accept a $10,000 check. After the check presentation, firefighters were treated to a pulled pork dinner and a tour of the plant. Mitch Miller, chief executive officer, said Carbon Green wanted to give back to the community. He also said because there is an inherent level of danger in the plant with production of 150,000 gallons a day, or 50 million gallons a year, of 200-proof alcohol, he wanted to make sure the firefighters were aware of the internal workings of the operation. 77543076 Mitch Miller (left), CEO of Carbon Green presents a ceremonial $10,000 check to Kevin Stowell, Woodland Fire Department Chief. The money will be used to better equip the department’s new pumper trunk with more hose and nozzles. �Page 8 — Thursday, June 24, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Maple Valley spares alternative ed program; will move to high school Lake Odessa The Depot complex will be open this weekend. This is alumni weekend with the old school exhibits open to the public, whether or not alumni. An ice cream social will be held on Sunday. This is a fine time to meet the old grads who come from far and near. On that evening, the alumni banquet will be held at St. Edward’s Family Center, which is air conditioned. An unusual coming event will be at the Freight House on Monday, July 5, with a dedication of the Prisoner of War exhibit. Guests for the evening will be members of a Holland family whose father and husband was one of the German prisoners confined to the Lake Odessa camp in 1945. The gentleman is no longer living but his widow is expected along with other family members. The story is that he felt he was so well treated while in Lake Odessa he wanted to return some day after the war. He lived in western Michigan for several years. By some chance, Robert Reed of the Lake Odessa Canning Company heard of him and finally was able to contact the gentleman. This happened several years ago, but somehow the thread of connection was kept intact over the years. Error last week - The Red Cross bloodmobile was to be on June 21, not June 28 as reported in this column. A reception will be held in honor of Marian Klein, grand marshal of the Lake Odessa Fair parade, immediately following the parade on Wednesday, June 30. The parade starts at 6 p.m. The reception will be from 6:45 or so until at least 9 p.m. Members of her family will be present. One unusual feature will be a display of photographs including one of the Bretz Curtis farmstead on Tasker Road. Marian is being recognized for her family heritage, her civic involvement, church stewardship of her talents and good citizenship. The Ionia chapter of MARSP met June 17. Lakewood Superintendent Michael O’Mara was one of the administrators who attended to speak on his school’s progress with its threeyear building program. Curtis and Patricia Johnson have a lovely new front porch. Their former wrap-around porch facing the village park was completely removed except for the roof weeks ago. Then the new porch was built with wider dimensions than before and new railings. Grandparents Thomas (of rose-growing fame) and Mertie would surely be pleased. Four generations of Johnsons have lived in this Fourth Avenue house. Residents of North Fourth Avenue have certainly noticed a big increase in traffic past their homes since the detour for roadwork on Jordan Lake Avenue went into effect. Traffic from Bonanza Road to Tupper Lake Street is directed west on Bonanza or Emerson streets to Fourth Avenue. Not only autos but pickup trucks and lots of semi-tractors and trailers make up the increase. Fortunately, there is no harvest right now or they would be intermeshed with tractors and wagons that use Fourth Avenue as a legitimate farm-to-market route. Central United Methodist Church is getting a new porch and steps at the southeast corner at the vestry entrance. Also a new storage barn is in place on the same property as the new parking lot on Third Avenue. The new structure is adjacent to the alley. The delivery of the barn was made Monday. by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer The alternative and adult education programs at Maple Valley will be changing location and hours this fall after a presentation to the school board by Principal Chris Parkinson. The programs were slated for elimination due to budget constraints. However, the school board voted unanimously to accept the proposed changes. The program will begin at 3:30 p.m., after the school buses leave the high school campus and will be located in three classrooms that will be gated off from the majority of the building. Parkinson said the staff projects that 60 students would be part of the alternative education program, the lowest numbers in the 13 years he has worked in the district. To break even in the program, Parkinson said 23 alternative education and 19.5 adult education students are needed. Lowering the number of staff to two fulltime teachers for alternative education and one half-time teacher for adult education, no longer using the Kellogg Street School, and reducing the administration to one half-time position would create $196,616 in revenue for the district if 60 students are enrolled. Parkinson said he will serve as both the administrator and adult education teacher. The revenue total includes enrollment in E20/20, a program where students would be able to complete courses online that are not taught in a traditional classroom. It also includes $25,000 to purchase mini-computers for the students to use in order to minimize the wear and tear on the high school’s equipment, $15,000 for supplies, $179,000 for wages and benefits for the teaching staff and $58,000 in total administration costs. The day care, which he said is a vital component in the success of the program, will continue, though the details such as location have not been worked out at this point. “We realize there were some problems in the past location, especially with the building … while there are still some unknowns, this [plan] doesn’t give up on the kids. We are passionate about these kids,” said Parkinson. He answered questions and addressed concerns from the board after presenting the plan. “I am a bit concerned about getting students out of the area at 3:15 p.m. and getting the gates closed prior to the start of the program … I would want some assurances that my students were out of that area, too,” said Vice President April Heinze. Superintendent Kim Kramer expressed confidence in the staff and its ability to adapt to the changes. “I have every confidence that they can take care of this,” said Kramer. “We have every confidence, too, but we have some concerns we would like to voice,” countered board member Tim Burd. The board also approved participation in the liaison officer program through the Barry County Sheriff’s office. The board received a letter from Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf asking for participation for the school district at a cost of $5,000, $10,000 less than the cost of the program last year. In the letter, Leaf said he will be asking the Barry County Board of Commissioners to pay the remainder of the cost. The board approved participation in the program 6-1 with Heinze casting the only dissenting vote. The board also approved sharing the food service director position with the Hastings school district next year. The change will save the district to $28,359 and the position will be split 55/45. The board also approved the contract for new Superintendent Ronna Steele. She will take over the position July 1. The school board will hold a truth in taxation hearing July 28 when it will adopt an amended budget for 2009-10 and a budget for the 2010-11 year. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at the high school. Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES State officials looking to ban Launch your “summertime” investment strategy chemical used by children K-2, also known as “Spice” and other names, is sold as potpourri or incense. The synthetic chemical is made mainly in China and sprayed on leaves and flower petals. The product is then smoked. It is marked “not for human consumption. ” Reports around the country have been coming in that children have ended up in the hospital with various symptoms, including schizophrenia, racing hearts, seizures and vomiting, said State Rep. Rick Jones, RGrand Ledge, who co-sponsored a measure to ban the substance. Most of Europe and other states have banned the product, he said, adding that, reportedly, kids as young as 10 can purchase the product and use it, even though they cannot buy tobacco. “This is a new poison coming in from China that can harm our kids,” Jones said. “Some stores are placing profit over our children’s safety. Parents should make sure their children do not have this product.” Bills banning the product’s sale have unanimously passed the House Judiciary Committee. The bipartisan package, also introduced by Rep. Lisa Brown, D-West Bloomfield, will now go to the full House for consideration. Call 269-945-9554 anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads Now that summer is officially here, you may be looking forward to vacations, barbecues, ballgames and other events of the season. But even while you’re engaged in these activities, you can’t forget about other aspects of your life — such as your plans to achieve your long-term financial goals. 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And as you go through life, you may need to adjust your investment approach depending on your individual financial “season.” For example, early in your career, you might be able to afford to invest more aggressively, as you’ll have more opportunities to recover from the inevitable short-term downturns. As you close in on retirement, though, you may need to take a more conservative approach so that you can lower your investment risk when you need to access your money. So there you have them — some ideas for “summertime investing.” Use them wisely, and they may be of value to you long after summer is over. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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Box 188 Hastings, MI 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 • Fax (269) 945-5192 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 24, 2010 — Page 9 1924 series retold stories of pioneer life in Barry County The following were originally printed in the 1924 Banner and was collected, and transcribed by Gordon Mitchell of Hickory Corners. ***** February 27, 1924 Throughout the rural schools in this and other counties of the state, the pupils planning on writing the eighth grade examinations are getting all the information possible about the early history of their respective townships and counties. While looking through the Banner files of 1874, a very interesting article about Barry County was found in the Feb. 11 issue, concerning the first settlers, the lakes, Moreau [The author identified this Frenchman as Moran, but other sources identify him as Moreau. A marker indicating the site ofMoreau’s trading post, was erected nearly 100 years ago on Irving Road], the Indian trader, and other items which might be of help to these young people, so we are publishing it this week. It was written by J. F. Emory, a former Hastings man and one whom the older residents will remember well. The article is as follows: In presenting to the readers of Barry County its early history, I shall confine myself to facts gleaned from public records and the memory of its oldest residents. Should any mistakes occur in the following history of the county, I desire to be corrected, that its history may appear in print as correct as possible for future references – we are all liable to errors. Barry County lies in the third tier of counties north of the south line of the state, thereby occupying a central position. The face of the county is generally rolling, in some parts more hilly than others; it is diversified with beech, maple and oak openings, small prairies in different parts. The soil is well adapted to agricultural purposes and cannot be surpassed for winter wheat in this state. It is well watered by its pure, gushing springs from the hillsides, its clear and beautiful lakes shaded by the wide, spreading oaks. Its numerous clear and sparkling streams, the largest of which is the Thornapple River, its limpid waters running diagonally through the county from the southeast portion to the northwest part, crossing the county line about four rods west of the county line on Section 2 in Thornapple Township; it is fed by numerous tributaries which afford some wood mill sites, such as Fall Creek, Hastings, and others throughout the county. The next in size is the Little Thornapple [also known as the Coldwater River], zigzagging its course through the north part of the county; it also affords some good mill sites. It empties into the Thornapple about one-half Charlton Park hosting county-wide sale Saturday One of the largest one-day yard sales in Barry County will be held at Historic Charlton Park Saturday, June 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is free to the public. More than 30 sale vendors and food services are expected to be on site. Household items, tools, clothes, baked goods, arts, crafts, direct sales and much more will be offered. For more information on how to be a vendor, visit the new website www.charltonpark.org or call 269-945-3775. From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... with Esther Walton Scales Blockhouse (Barry County Michigan 1985. Amasa Sheldon Parker (Barry County Michigan 1985) mile north of the county line on Section 35, in Caledonia Township, Kent County. These rivers and lakes are well stocked with fish of various kinds... The first white settlor in the county was Amasa S. Parker, who located on the west half of the southwest quarter of Section 35, June 15, 1831, town one south of range 10 west, containing 80 acres, it being in the township of Prairieville. There he raised his log cabin as best he could without help, getting in a supply of provisions and necessities for forging, and implements of farm husbandry, except the new-fandangled arrangements now used on that same farm, such as the reaper, etc. He was contented with an axe and maul and so on. With these, he commenced improving his purchase; cooking his own grub, being a young man of single blessedness, without a helpmate, full of ambition and hope of success in the future. As time rolled on, his industry and pioneer enterprise began to reward him, and looking around for someone to share with him in his hardships, and having read in his boyhood days the Mosaic Accountof the pair in the Garden of Eden, and possessing the instinct of Adam, went and done likewise, took unto himself a wife to take care of his log cabin, where they lived in happiness a few years, then sold out, and now reside in Kalamazoo County. [The Barry County Michigan 1985”book states that Parker married Celestia Barnes]. He never regretted his adventures in the wilderness of Barry County. About this time or soon after, Moreau, of French descent, an Indian trader, came to Detroit and established a trading post on the Thornapple River, near Bull’s Prairie, and built a log cabin, where he remained a short time. He then pulled stakes and located on Section 33 in Thornapple [Township], on the northwest quarter of the northeast quarter, and built another log cabin of hewn logs on two sides which was called a block house; this building remained until about 15 years ago [according to Charles A. Weissert, author of The Indians and the Trading Post of Barry County, 1911, Who the Frenchmen were that built this house no one knows, for it stood there long before Moreau occupied it]. He traded with the Indians and kept what would MARKER DEDICATED - The replaced historical marker at Bull’s Landing on the Thornapple River in Irving was dedicated Sunday, May 21, in a formal, interesting ceremony which recalled the days when the Frenchman Moreau about 1882 erected a trading post on Bull’s Prairie. He traded fire water to the Indians in exchange for furs. This is the site of the earliest evidence of the white man in Barry County. Here the Rev. Don M. Gury, Mrs. John Walton (second from left) and Mrs. Juanita Slocum, Hastings Township clerk, admire the marker. (May 25, 1967) be termed a hotel at that time, but not upon the European plan, it being for a long time the only house of any kind between Mr. Parker’s and the village of Kent, now called Grand Rapids, a distance of over 40 miles, save only the Indian wigwams. Mr. Moreau kept his establishment well supplied with venison, fish, wild fruits, etc., procured of the Indians and all such other necessaries needed in hotel keeping. It was here the land looker and weary traveler found a welcome and were well fed with the products of the land and slept on rude constructed bedsteads, unvarnished and perchance on the soft side of the floor, with a wolf scalp for a pillow and bear skin or deer pelt for a cover, and dreamed, perchance, of stopping at hotel mansions on Broadway, New York, of home, its endearments and loved ones far away, and perhaps be awakened by the dismal howl of approaching wolves from their pleasant dreams to find themselves couched on the floor of Moreau’s hotel in the wilds of Michigan territory. Moreau remained here until 1837. He then sold out to Robert Scales and moved to Grand Rapids where he has since passed in his check for the eternal hunting grounds. Moreau’s only son, James, is now Chief of Police at Grand Rapids. Mr. Scales resided on his purchase a short time and then sold out and moved to Allegan County, where he has since crossed the river. Mason Brass group returns Call 945-9554 to Fridays at the Fountain This Friday, June 25, the Fridays at the Fountain series will bring back the popular brass group from Mason. The Mason Brass Quintet has been a traditional offering at the fountain series. This group of talented brass players will present a concert of light classics, American pop music and patriotic arrangements, said organizer Joe LaJoye. For the second half of the fountain concert, Vintage will return for an encore performance. This group of talented vocalists and instru- mentalists from the Sunfield area will perform music from the American songbook. Patrons are reminded that all concerts begin at 11:30 a.m. and conclude at 1 p.m. on the Barry County Courthouse lawn in downtown Hastings. In the event of rain, concerts move to the community room at the Hastings City Bank. The fountain series is co-sponsored by the City of Hastings and the Thornapple Arts Council. Prairieville Township Deputy Treasurer Immediate Opening Preferred skills: Bookkeeping, multi-tasking, computer skills, works well with others. Approximately 16 hours per week. Send resume by June 30, 2010 to: Treasurer Kasandra McGuire Prairieville Township 10115 S. Norris Road Delton, MI 49046 Or Fax: (269) 623-3467 77547080 Public Land Auction The Barry & Ionia County Treasurers will be offering tax reverted real estate at public Auction on July 21, 2010. The Auction will be held at Ionia County I.S.D, 2191 Harwood Road, Ionia MI Registration at 11:00am, Auction at 12:00pm. Online bidding will be available via www.tax-sale.info. Visit our website at www.tax-sale.info or call 1-800-259-7470. Sale listings are available at your local County Treasurers Office. 77546520 anytime to place your ad in the Hastings Banner NOTICE Barry County Small Urban Project Selection A public meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 29, 2010 at 1:00 pm for the purpose of allowing local officials and interested citizens to provide input into the planning and allocation of Small Urban Program funds on Federal-Aid routes in Barry County. The meeting will be held in the Barry County Road Commission Board Room at the following location: Barry County Road Commission (BCRC) 1725 West M-43 Hwy. Hastings, MI 49058 In Michigan, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) distributes Federal-Aid money. The selection committee of the City of Hastings, Barry County Transit and the Barry County Road Commission will prioritize projects. Roads eligible should be listed as a major collector or higher and must be located within the Hastings Urban Boundary. In addition to road and bridge projects, projects involving mass transportation and non-motorized transportation may be considered. 77547091 Nashville firefighter laid to rest Vehicles and personnel from area emergency departments join a processional Tuesday, June 22, for the funeral of Curtis Scramlin of Nashville. Scramlin, 51, was a 30-year member of the Nashville Fire Department. He died in Battle Creek June 16 and was laid to rest at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ZONING PUBLIC HEARING AND PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF RUTLAND, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ALL OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Rutland Charter Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing/regular meeting on July 13, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rutland Charter Township Hall located at 2461 Heath Road, within the Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan. The items to be considered at this public hearing include: 1. The proposed amendment of Chapter 220 (Zoning) of the Rutland Charter Township Code of ordinances to repeal in its entirety existing §220-111 pertaining to lake or stream access and keyhole development. 2. The proposed amendment of Chapter 220 (Zoning) of the Rutland Charter Township Code of ordinances to repeal in its entirety existing §220-111 pertaining to lake or stream access and keyhole development; and to add new substitute provisions to said section applicable to property in any zoning district with frontage on a lake or stream proposed to be developed for a new subdivision, condominium/site condominium, planned unit development, multiple-family dwelling unit development (apartment building), or any other comparable multi-lot/unit development. The proposed substitute provisions regulate, with respect to such developmental property, what is commonly referred to as “funneling” or “keyhole” development, and related dockage limitations and the prohibition of shoreline alteration and new channelization. 3. Such other and further matters as may properly come before the Planning Commission at the public hearing/meeting. Written comments concerning the above matters may be mailed to the Rutland Charter Township Clerk at the Rutland Charter Township Hall at any time prior to this public hearing/meeting, and may further be submitted to the Planning Commission at the public hearing/meeting. The Rutland Charter Township Zoning Ordinance/Map/Master Plan, and the tentative text of the above-referenced proposed Zoning Ordinance text amendment(s), may be examined by contacting the Rutland Charter Township Clerk at the Township Hall during regular business hours on regular business days maintained by the Township offices from and after the publication of this Notice and until and including the day of the hearing/meeting, and further may be examined at the hearing/meeting. The Township Planning Commission reserves the right to modify or alter any of the proposed amendment(s) to the Zoning Ordinance/Map/Master Plan at or following the hearing/meeting and to make its recommendations accordingly to the Township Board. Rutland Charter Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services at the meeting/hearing to individuals with disabilities, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered, upon reasonable notice to the Township. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Township Clerk as designated below. Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Rutland Charter Township 2461 Heath Road Hastings, Michigan 49058 (269) 948-2194 77546998 �Page 10 — Thursday, June 24, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jacob P. Vincent, a single man and Andrea M. Thornton, a single woman, to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Mortgagee, dated June 9, 2006 and recorded June 13, 2006 in Instrument Number 1165949, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Chase Home Finance LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Five and 71/100 Dollars ($106,755.71) including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 30, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, Distant North 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds East, 88.00 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section 30; thence North 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds East, 290.02 feet along said East line thence North 89 degrees 41 minutes 23 seconds West, 51.17 feet to the Westerly right of way line of state highway M-43; thence North 86 degrees 53 minutes 13 seconds West, 213.11 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds West, 305.97 feet; thence North 89 degrees 06 minutes 43 seconds East, 264.00 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 30 to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes for state highway M-43 as recorded in Liber 271 on Page 399 and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 10, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.8166 ASAP# 3600960 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010 77546768 NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. Notwithstanding, if the debt secured by this property was discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is NOT an attempt to collect that debt. You are presently in default under your Mortgage Security Agreement, and the Mortgage Holder may be contemplating the commencement of foreclosure proceedings under the terms of that Agreement and Michigan law. You have no legal obligation to pay amounts due under the discharged note. A loan modification may not serve to revive that obligation. However, in the event you wish to explore options that may avert foreclosure, please contact our office at the number listed below. Attention: The following notice shall apply only if the property encumbered by the mortgage described below is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.7cc. Attention Dennis A. Rodgers and Karen S. Rodgers, regarding the property at 6345 Jordan Rd., Woodland, MI 48897. The following notice does not apply if you have previously agreed to modify the mortgage loan under section 3205b. 3205a, 3205b and 3205c do not apply unless the terms of the modified mortgage loan entered into were complied with for one year after the date of the modification. You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. is the designee with authority to make agreements under MCL 600.3205b and MCL 600.3205c, and can be contacted at: 811 South Blvd., Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123. You may also contact a housing counselor. For more information, contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) by visiting www.michigan.gov/mshda or calling (866) 946-7432. If you request a meeting with Potestivo & Associates, P.C. within 14 days after the notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not commence until at least 90 days after the date said notice was mailed. If an agreement to modify the mortgage loan is reached and you abide by the terms of the agreement, the mortgage will not be foreclosed. You have the right to contact an attorney and can obtain contact information through the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738. Dated: June 24, 2010. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 information may be faxed to (248)267-3004, Attention: Loss Mitigation Our File No: 10-26049 77547060 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Henry Tanner and Lynda J. Tanner, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated January 26, 2007, and recorded on February 2, 2007 in instrument 1175985, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-Six And 80/100 Dollars ($121,556.80), including interest at 9.135% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 4: that part of Lot D, F, and Vacated Gwin Avenue in the recorded plat of Crooked Lake Summer Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof Being in Section 7, Town 1 North, Range 9 West and described as beginning at the Southwest Corner of Lot F of said Plat; thence North 52 degrees 39 minutes 26 seconds East on the South line of Lot F, 119.00 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence North 14 degrees 30 minutes 30 seconds West 98.17 feet; thence North 04 degrees 03 minutes 45 seconds East 37.01 feet; thence North 42 degrees 53 minutes 15 seconds East 93.97 feet to the East line of vacated Gwin Avenue; thence South 22 degrees 15 minutes 00 seconds East on the East line of vacated Gwin Avenue and the east line of Lot 138.98 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot F; thence South 52 degrees 39 minutes 26 seconds West on the South line of Said Lot, 119.00 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to Easements, Reservations, Restrictions and Limitations of Record if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #323331F01 77546940 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Alexander A Napier and Renita Napier, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 12, 2006, and recorded on October 19, 2006 in instrument 1171621, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, As Trustee For HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2007-HE1 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Three Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-One And 73/100 Dollars ($203,271.73), including interest at 10.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 15 acres of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4, North of Highway M-66, section 14, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan, except commencing at a point on the North line of the South 15 acres that is 300 feet West of the East line of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4; thence South to the Northerly right-of-way of Highway M-66; thence Northeasterly along said Northerly right-of-way to the North line of the South 15 acres; thence West to the point of beginning Being the same property conveyed to Alexander Napier and Renita Napier, husband and wife by deed dated 1/22/2003 and recorded 2/4/2003 in Document number 1096970 in the office of the recorder of Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546723 File #275867F02 77547097 Delton Drinking Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report For 2009 Is Available at: Southwest Barry County Sewer & Water Authority 11191 S. M43 Hwy. Delton, MI 49046 Office Hours are: Monday-Wednesday 8:00 - 4:30 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian K. Sorensen, a married man and Jennie M. Sorensen, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 30, 2007 and recorded May 18, 2010 in Instrument Number 201005180004947, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. An Affidavit of Scriveners Error has been submitted for recording, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Six Hundred Thirteen and 9/100 Dollars ($94,613.09) including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 4 and the West 1/2 of Lot 5, Block 2, Samuel Roush's Addition to the Village of Freeport, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 23. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 10, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.4629 ASAP# 3600998 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 77546773 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Bryce Lichtig Signed As Bryce L. Lichtig, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 615 REED STREET, NASHVILLE, MI 49073-9339 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-539-7400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Bryce Lichtig Signed As Bryce L. Lichtig also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738 (Tel). Pub Date: June 24, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77547058 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard and Diana Steger, husband and wife as joint tenants, to Long Beach Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2000 and recorded May 2, 2000 in Instrument Number 1043802, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Aurora Loan Services, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Eight and 99/100 Dollars ($113,238.99) including interest at 9.9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 1, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: As a place of beginning, a point 360.0 feet East of the Southwest corner of Section 8, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, a point on the South line of the said Section; thence Northerly 539.36 feet parallel with the West line of the said Section; thence Westerly 165.0 feet parallel with the South line of the said Section; thence Southerly 449.36 feet parallel with the West line of said Section, to a point 90.0 feet from the South line of said Section; thence Southwesterly about 79.0 feet to a point 140.0 feet from the West line and 33.0 feet from the South line of the said Section; thence Southerly 33.0 feet parallel with the West lien of the said Section, to the South line of the said Section; thence Easterly to the place of beginning. Subject to easement over the South 33.0 feet for public highway purposes. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 3, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 191.4189 ASAP# 3589855 06/03/2010, 77546502 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 06/24/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to David J Vanderslik, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1646 Parker Dr, Wayland, MI 49348-9063. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 21, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 21, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 24, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547063 File # 268579F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Brian C Austin and Tanya M Austin, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 8288 Gurd Rd, Dowling, MI 490507790. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 18, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 18, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 24, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547032 File # 329184F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CLIFFORD M. MEAD and SHARI S. MEAD, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated February 5, 2003, and recorded on February 11, 2003, in Document No. 1097420, and assigned by said mortgagee to GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty-Nine Dollars and NinetySix Cents ($80,729.96), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on July 8, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 42 OF VALLEY PARK SHORES #1, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 4 OF PLATS ON PAGE 38 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 2, 2010 GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77546785 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Stephanie Walker and Bert M Walker, Wife and Husband to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Countywide Home Loans, Inc., dba America’s Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007 and recorded June 8, 2007 in Instrument # 1181438 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, by assignment dated March 23, 2010 and recorded March 25, 2010 in Instrument # 201003250003113 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Nineteen Thousand Thirty-Nine Dollars and Thirty-Eight Cents ($219,039.38) including interest 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on July 8, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 26 of West Beach, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 67, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 3151 West Shore Dr., Battle Creek MI 49017 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 6/10/2010 BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77546797 Our File No: 10-22455 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Debra K. Erway, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Heatland Home Finance, Inc., Mortgagee, dated January 22, 2003, and recorded on January 30, 2003 in instrument 1096612, and assigned by mesne assignments to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand One Hundred Seventy-Eight And 85/100 Dollars ($124,178.85), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 482.00 feet from the Southeast corner of said West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, thence West at right angles to said East line 239.58; thence North 250.00 feet; thence East 239.58 feet to said East line, thence South along said East line 250.00 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546717 File #221980F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Linda Hess, a single woman and Wanda Mennega, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 23, 2003, and recorded on November 10, 2003 in instrument 1117367, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Three And 65/100 Dollars ($107,243.65), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 34, Hastings Heights, as recorded in Liber 3, Page 41 of Plats, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546748 File #312669F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 24, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES SYNOPSIS HOPE TOWNSHIP SPECIAL BOARD MEETING JUNE 3, 2010 All Board members present 17 guests Approved: Previous Minutes Fireworks Permit for Long Lake Assoc. Drafting of Fireworks Resolution Cedar Creek Stump Removal Adjourned 7:21 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by Patricia Albert, Supervisor 77547076 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael Noviskey, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 10, 2005, and recorded on June 29, 2005 in instrument 1148724, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-One Thousand Nine Hundred EightyThree And 09/100 Dollars ($91,983.09), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of Lot 20 of Supervisor's Glasgow's Addition to the City of Hasting, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 3, described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Lot 10; thence South 89 degrees 39 minutes East 200 feet; thence North 0 degrees 11 minutes East 76 feet; thence North 89 degrees 39 minutes West 200 feet; thence South 0 degrees 11 minutes West 76 feet to the place of beginning Also Parcel 2: Beginning at a point on the West line of Lot 10 of Supervisor's Glasgow's Addition to the Village (now City) of Hastings as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 3; distant North 00 degrees 24 minutes 40 seconds East 76.00 feet from the Southwest corner of said Lot; thence North 00 degrees 24 minutes 40 seconds East 77.00 feet along said West line; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 47 seconds East 200.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 24 minutes 41 seconds West 77.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 47 seconds West 200.00 feet to the point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546957 File #328830F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Christopher B. Brownell, a single person and Christine M. Arnson, a single person, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated March 11, 2005 and recorded March 25, 2005 in Instrument Number 1143208, and Partial Release was recorded 8/11/2006 in Document Number 1168486, and an Affidavit of Scrivener's Error was submitted for recording, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Nine Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Seven and 82/100 Dollars ($59,687.82) including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 7, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence North 43 feet; thence East 452 feet; thence East 173.4 feet; thence North 62 degrees 40 minutes East 30 feet for the place of beginning; thence North 62 degrees 40 minutes East 113 feet; thence North 46 degrees 15 minutes East 116.2 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 691.1 feet more or less to the intersection of said line and a line running South 67 degrees East, a distance of 735.7 feet more or less from the aforesaid place of beginning, said last mentioned line being the Northeasterly line of Myers Street; thence Northwesterly along said line to the place of beginning. EXCEPT: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 7, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Township of Barry, County of Barry, State of Michigan; thence North 43 feet; thence East 452 feet; thence East 173.4 feet to the Southwesterly prolongation of the Southeasterly line of Kline Street; thence North 62 degrees 40 minutes East 30 feet along said Southeasterly line to the Northerly line of South Shore Drive; thence South 67 degrees East 100.0 feet along the Northerly line of South Shore Drive for the true place of beginning; thence North 47 degrees 41 minutes 30 seconds East 111.07 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 45.0 feet; thence North 40 degrees 30 minutes East 80.0 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 591.1 feet more or less to the Northerly line of South Shore Drive, formerly known as Myers Street; thence North 67 degrees West 635.7 feet more or less along said Northerly line, to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 10, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.6427 ASAP# 3600997 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 77546778 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010 SYNOPSIS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Regular Meeting June 09, 2010 Supervisor J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Treasurer D. Newhouse, Trustee J. Grundy, and Trustee R. Goebel. Also present were 52 guests. Pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence for our troops. Agenda was approved as amended. Minutes were presented to the Board and approved. Barry County Commissioners Report given. Public comments were received. Fire Department report was placed on file. Police Department report was placed on file. Treasurer Report was received. Clerk’s report was received. Approved payment of bills. Certificates Awarded to Mr. and Mrs. Ketchum and Mr. and Mrs. Dunlap. Barry County Clerk Pam Jarvis reported on the procedures for August 3, 2010 election. Information reported on Township Pension Plan. Review of Outside Wood Burning Stove Ordinance. Approved to remove Litter Ordinance from Agenda. Approved a $300.00 fee for a request for a special meeting. Reviewed Ordinance for Wood Burning Stoves. Approved to eliminate the full time Township Assessor position effective June 30, 2010; send out requests for quote to at least three and not more than six assessing firms that have either worked with other townships that have passed State audit or have worked with other Townships after they failed a State audit; following assessing firm selection, begin discussions with Sherry Armintrout concerning the potential for her working part-time for the Township. Accepted Treasurer Deb Newhouse resignation as Prairieville Township Treasurer effective June 30, 2010. Authorized to pay Deputy Treasurer Patti Kotrba $11.50 per hour. Appointed Clerk Jill Owens to Delton Library Board and Trustee Rod Goebel to Planning & Zoning Commission. Public comments were received. Board comments received. Meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by: 77547136 Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Todd A. Harding and Dawn V.A. Harding, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 5, 2005, and recorded on July 29, 2005 in instrument 1150296, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank National Association, as Trustee for the holders of the certificates issued by MASTR Alternative Loan Trust 2006-1 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Five And 63/100 Dollars ($331,645.63), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as commencing at the North 1/4 Post of said Section 33, thence South 1935.5 Feet, thence South 89 Degrees 57 Minutes West 1439 Feet, thence South 70 Degrees 18 Minutes West 8.74 Feet to the Place of Beginning, thence South 70 Degrees 18 Minutes West 100 Feet, thence North 7 Degrees 15 Minutes West 58 Feet, thence South 45 Degrees 45 Minutes West 58.8 Feet, thence North 71 Degrees 38 Minutes West 24.3 Feet, thence South 30 Degrees 43 Minutes West 161 Feet to the Northeasterly right of way of Gaskill Road, thence South 35 Degrees 22 Minutes 15 Seconds East 180.1 Feet, thence North 43 Degrees 01 Minutes East 144.3 Feet, thence North 13 Degrees 39 Minutes East 195.1 Feet to the Place of Beginning. Parcel 2: A Parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as commencing at a point which lies due South 1935.50 Feet and South 89 Degrees 57 Minutes West 1439 Feet from the North 1/4 Post of said Section 33, thence South 70 Degrees 18 Minutes West 8.74 Feet for the Place of Beginning, thence South 70 Degrees 18 Minutes West 100 Feet, thence North 07 Degrees 16 Minutes West 178.10 Feet, thence North 51 Degrees 07 Minutes East 72 Feet, thence Southeasterly to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 24, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547067 File #272357F02 SYNOPSIS HOPE TOWNSHIP SPECIAL BOARD MEETING JUNE 17, 2010 All Board members present 1 guest Approved: Previous Minutes Additional paved road request Appointment of Township Sexton Governmental Non-ERISA Pension Plan Amendment and Restatement Adjourned 7:15 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by Patricia Albert, Supervisor 77547078 SYNOPSIS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Special Meeting June 15, 2010 Supervisor J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 5:33 p.m. Present: Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Treasurer D. Newhouse, Trustee J. Grundy, and Trustee R. Goebel. Also present were 10 guests. Pledge of allegiance. Agenda was approved. Appointed Kasandra McGuire as Prairieville Township Treasurer through to November 20, 2010. Authorize to pay the invoice from CSZ Services in the amount of $4,200.00. Meeting adjourned at 5:50 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by: Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor 77547134 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by WILBURN PROPERTIES, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company ("Mortgagor"), to CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, having an office at 2185 Three Mile Road, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), dated November 20, 2008, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on December 1, 2008, as Instrument No. 20081201-0011420 (the "Mortgage"). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Two Hundred Ninety Seven Thousand Three Hundred Forty Two and 34/100 Dollars ($297,342.34). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 15th day of July, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the intersection of the East line of Russell Street and centerline of State Street; thence North 89 degrees 58 minutes 17 seconds East 264.00 feet along said centerline of State Street to the point of beginning of this description; thence North 00 degrees 16 minutes 51 seconds West 169.00 feet parallel to centerline of Russell Street; thence South 89 degrees 58 minutes 17 seconds West 132.00 feet parallel to said centerline of State Street; thence North 00 degrees 16 minutes 51 seconds West 272.50 feet parallel to said centerline of Russell Street; thence North 89 degrees 25 minutes 49 seconds East 202 feet; thence South 00 degrees 16 minutes 51 seconds East 441.5 feet to centerline of State Street; thence South 89 degrees 58 minutes 17 seconds West 70 feet along the said centerline of State Street to the place of beginning. Together with (a) all privileges, appurtenances, improvements, buildings, tenements, hereditaments, easements, rights of way, licenses, riparian and littoral rights, mineral/oil/gas/water rights, rights to adjoining land, and all other rights belonging to the above-described premises and which may hereafter attach thereto; (b) all rights to make divisions of such premises that are exempt from the platting requirements of the Michigan Land Division Act, as it shall be amended; (c) all rents, issues, profits, revenues, proceeds, accounts and general intangibles arising from or relating to the premises or any business conducted thereon by the Mortgagor including, without limitation, all rights, conferred by Act No. 210 of Michigan Public Act of 1953, as amended (collectively the "Rents and Accounts"); and (d) all equipment, other goods, and fixtures of every kind and nature whatsoever, now or hereafter located in or upon such premises or any part thereof and used or useable in connection with any present or future operation of such premises (hereinafter called "Equipment and Fixtures"), whether now owned or hereafter acquired by the Mortgagor, including, without limitation, all heating, air conditioning, ventilation, lighting, incinerating and power equipment, engines, signs, security systems, fences, hoists, cranes, compressors, pipes, pumps, tanks, motors, plumbing, cleaning, fire prevention, fire extinguishing, apparatus, elevators, escalators, shades, awnings, screens, storm doors and windows, appliances, attached cabinets, partitions, carpeting, ground maintenance equipment, and similar types of equipment, all of which shall be deemed to be real estate and mortgaged hereby. Commonly known as: 38 State Street, Middleville, Michigan 49333 P.P. #08-41-110-002-00 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77546947 4387782-1 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-25612 DE Estate of Mildred Pinks. Date of birth: 11/13/1924. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Mildred Pinks, who lived at 11265 Boulter Road, Delton, Michigan died January 24, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Ovie Pinks, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at Suite 302, 206 W. Court Street, Hastings and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 6/15/10 Elizabeth V. Bauer P26187 128 East Bridge Street Plainwell, Michigan 49080 (269) 685-6883 Ovie Pinks 8300 Marsh Road Plainwell, MI 49080 77547034 269-664-6952 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard J. Decker, a married man and Tammy Decker, a married woman, to Fifth Third Mortgage MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated November 9, 2005 and recorded August 21, 2009 in Instrument Number 200908210008607, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty and 83/100 Dollars ($66,930.83) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 15, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Westerly comer of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet to the South line of Parkway Drive, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet to the Place of Beginning of this description, thence continuing North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 55 feet, thence South 33 degrees 24 minutes 13 seconds West 73.99 feet, thence South 56 degrees 43 minutes 58 seconds East on a traverse line along Gun Lake 55 feet, thence North 33 degrees 05 minutes 31 seconds East 67.68 feet to the Place of Beginning. Also that land which lies between said traverse line and Gun Lake. Also an undivided 1/2 interest in Kimberly Park, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet, thence North 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds East 103.63 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds West 35.45 feet to the Place of Beginning of this description, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.3 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet, thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, thence South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet to the Place of Beginning. Also an undivided 1/15 interest in Parkway Drive, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly comer of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet to the Place of Beginning of this description, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West 118 feet, thence North 67 degrees 29 minutes 10 seconds West 37 feet, thence North 26 degrees 23 minutes 25 seconds East 36.32 feet, thence North 22 degrees 14 minutes 40 seconds East 22.0 feet, thence North 34 degrees 04 minutes 33 seconds East 40.0 feet, thence North 46 degrees 17 minutes 42 seconds East 41.0 feet, thence South 82 degrees 33 minutes 10 seconds East 116.0 feet, thence North 85 degrees 34 minutes 35 seconds East 70.0 feet, thence South 81 degrees 17 minutes 15 seconds East 288.7 feet to the West line of England Drive, thence South 28 degrees 29 minutes West on the West line of England Drive 36.0 feet, thence North 50 degrees 55 minutes 00 seconds West 29.88 feet, thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 38 seconds West 220.23 feet, thence North 88 degrees 03 minutes 13 seconds West 28.77 feet, thence South 65 degrees 20 minutes 13 seconds West 71.65 feet, thence South 21 degrees 23 minutes 40 seconds West 81.9 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds West 35.45 feet, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.3 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet, thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, thence South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet, thence North 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds East 35.45 feet, thence South 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds West 103.63 feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 17, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.5719 ASAP# 3612247 06/17/2010, 77546952 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010, 07/08/2010 SYNOPSIS HOPE TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING JUNE 14, 2010 All Board members present 1 guest Approved: Previous Minutes Standing Reports Bills Long Lake 2010 Treatment Plan Grazing Rights for S. Gray Resolution 2010-4 Computer for Clerk 2 Ceiling fans for Office Adjourned 8:22 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by 77547074 Patricia Albert, Supervisor FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Richard J Decker and Tammy J Decker a/k/a Tammy Decker, husband and wife to Fifth Third Bank (Western Michigan), Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007 and recorded June 29, 2007 in Instrument #1182391 Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-One Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Four Dollars and Eighty-Six Cents ($61,334.86) including interest 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on July 8, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdvision , being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West, 101.35 feet; thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West, 17.90 feet to the South line of Parkway Drive, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet to the place of beginning of this description, thence continuing North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 55 feet, thence South 33 degrees 24 minutes 13 seconds West 73.99 feet, thence South 56 degrees 43 minutes 58 seconds East on a Traverse Line along Gun Lake 55 feet, thence North 33 degrees 05 minutes 31 seconds East 67.68 feet to the place of beginning. Also that land which lies between said Traverse Line and Gun Lake. Also and undivided one twelfth interest on Kimberly Park, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet, thence North 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds East 103.63 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds West 35.45 feet to the place of beginning of this description, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.30 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet, thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet to the place of beginning. Also and undivided one fifteenth interest in Parkway Drive, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet to the place of beginning of this description, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West 118 feet, thence North 67 degrees 29 minutes 10 seconds West 37 feet, thence North 26 degrees 23 minutes 25 seconds East 36.32 feet, thence North 22 degrees 14 minutes 40 seconds East 22.0 feet, thence North 34 degrees 04 minutes 33 seconds East 40.00 feet, thence North 46 degrees 17 minutes 42 seconds East 41.0 feet, thence South 82 degrees 33 minutes 10 seconds East 116.0 feet, thence North 85 degrees 34 minutes 35 seconds East 70.00 feet, thence South 81 degrees 17 minutes 15 seconds East 288.7 feet to the West line of England Drive, thence South 28 degrees 29 minutes West on the West line to England Drive 36.00 feet, thence North 50 degrees 55 minutes 00 seconds West 29.88 feet, thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 38 seconds West 220.23 feet, thence North 88 degrees 03 minutes 13 seconds West 28.77 feet, thence South 65 degrees 20 minutes 13 seconds West 71.65 feet, thence South 21 degrees 23 minutes 40 seconds West 81.9 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12.20 seconds West 35.45 feet, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.30 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet; thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, thence South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet, thence North 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds East 35.45 feet, thence South 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds West 103.63 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 12015 Parkway Dr., Shelbyville MI 49344 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 6/10/2010 Fifth Third Bank (Western Michigan) Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77546803 Our File No: 10-22332 �Page 12 — Thursday, June 24, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Terry Lee Van Dyke and Monica B Van Dyke, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11750 Bass Rd, Middleville, MI 49333-8402. sThe Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 18, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 18, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 24, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547046 File # 314951F03 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Ira P Havens and Marcia K Havens, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 12530 Terry Ave, Wayland, MI 493489336. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 22, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 22, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 24, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547072 File # 329458F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Douglas Baker and Melissa Baker, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6347 Cooney Rd, Delton, MI 490467751. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 22, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 22, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 24, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547089 File # 329971F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jeff Schantz, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 227 W South St, Hastings, MI 49058-2256. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 18, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 18, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 24, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547095 File # 329389F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Timothy Brownell and Mindy Brownell, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 8939 Wertman Rd, Delton, MI 49046-7787. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 18, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 18, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: June 24, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547043 File # 239757F02 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Robbie Parnell and Jeana Parnell, Husband and Wife to Option One Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated November 12, 2003 and recorded December 19, 2003 in Instrument # 1119600 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned through mesne assignments to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2004-OPT1, Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2004-OPT1 by assignment of mortgage dated May 25, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Six Hundred Thirteen Dollars and Two Cents ($102,613.02) including interest 12.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on July 1, 2010 Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 132 feet of Lot 3, Block 8 and East 132 feet of Lot 4, Block 8, all of Samuel Roush's Addition, Village of Freeport, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 23. Commonly known as 226 Cressy St, Freeport MI 49325 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 6/03/2010 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for MASTR Asset Backed Securities Trust 2004-OPT1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-OPT1 Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 10-24335 ASAP# 3591235 06/03/2010, 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 06/24/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Janet C. Knight, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated August 8, 2003, and recorded on August 22, 2003 in instrument 1111677, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Nine And 72/100 Dollars ($77,749.72), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 34, Sundago Park, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 71, Barry County, Hastings Township, The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546729 File #324064F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nils A Moederzoon and Mary A Moederzoon, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Amenities Corp, Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2004, and recorded on October 13, 2004 in instrument 1135408, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Six Thousand One Hundred Thirty-One And 54/100 Dollars ($86,131.54), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land Between Lot 13 of Charleston Heights Addition and Lot 14 of Charleston Heights Addition no. 1 to the village of Middleville, Barry county, Michigan, according to the recorded plats, described as beginning at the Northeast corner of Lot 13 of said addition, thence North 60 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot 14 of said Addition no. 1, thence West 135 feet to the Southwest corner of said Lot 14, thence South 60 feet to the Northwest corner of Lot 13 of said Addition, thence East 135 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546964 File #328791F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven C. Dudley, and Robin L. Dudley, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 4, 2003 and recorded August 11, 2003 in Instrument Number 1110559, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-Four and 39/100 Dollars ($103,654.39) including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel of land in the Northeast onequarter of Section 18, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, described as commencing at the East one-quarter post of said Section 18, thence North 88 degrees 15 minutes 56 seconds West, 1318.10 feet along the East and West one-quarter line to the East line of the Southwest one-quarter 01 the Northeast onequarter 01 said section and the place of beginning, thence continuing North 88 degrees 15 minutes 56 seconds West 609.83 feet along said one-quarter line to a point 708.27 feet East of the center of said section, thence North 1 degree 44 minutes 04 seconds East, 250 feet at right angles to said one-quarter line, thence North 0 degrees 48 minutes 02 seconds West, 1071.99 feet, thence South 88 degrees 16 minutes 12 seconds East, 598.75 feet along the North line of the Southwest one-quarter of the Northeast one-quarter, thence South 0 degrees 48 minutes 02 seconds East, 1322.30 feet along said East line to the place of beginning, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 10, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248502-1400 File No. 617.3966 ASAP# 3595398 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert Allan Burgess, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 22, 2009, and recorded on June 15, 2009 in instrument 200906150006245, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Three Thousand Two Hundred Twelve And 38/100 Dollars ($203,212.38), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 1 North, Range 7 West The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546918 File #323247F01 MORTGAGE SALE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default has occurred in a future advance mortgage made on June 10, 2005 by Michael M. Sherk and Kristy K. Sherk, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, to HCB Mortgage Company, a Michigan orporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on June 16, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, at Instrument No. 1148148. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Note, which is secured by the Mortgage, the sum of One Hundred EightySeven Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Seven and 88/100 Dollars ($187,497.88). No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, July 8, 2010, at one o’clock the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with default interest, as provided by the Note and Mortgage, legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Lot 13 of Loehr’s Landing, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on page 6, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of sale unless the property is abandoned, in which case the redemption period shall be one (1) month from the date of sale. MILLER JOHNSON, Attorneys for Mortgagee Dated: June 1, 2010 By:_____________________________________ J. Patrick Hackett 250 Monroe Avenue Suite 800 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77546529 (616) 831-1700 NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS OF BARRY COUNTY Notice is hereby given that the Barry County Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a public hearing for the following: Case Number V-2-2010 - Michael & Kathy Risner Location: 12720 Marsh Rd., in Section 6 of Orangeville Twp. Purpose: Requesting a variance to place a 27x58-ft home with a 13.5x14-ft deck and a 13.5x14-ft sunroom on a parcel with an existing setback of 17-ft from the waters edge (the minimum is 30-ft) and creating a setback of 19-ft from the road right of way (the minimum is 30-ft) in the RL zoning district. Further a 4x10-ft porch has an existing setback of 3-ft from the side yard (the minimum is 6-ft) and the project has a lot coverage of 34.5% which exceeds the maximum of 30% in the RL zoning district. Meeting Date: July 13, 2010. Time: 7:30 p.m. Place: Community Room, Courts & Law Building at 206 West Court Street, Hastings, MI. Site inspection of the above described property(ies) will be completed by the Zoning Board of Appeals members before the hearing. Interested persons desiring to present their views upon an appeal either verbally or in writing will be given the opportunity to be heard at the above mentioned time and place. Any written response may be mailed to the address listed below or faxed to (269) 948-4820. The variance application(s) is/are available for public inspection at the Barry County Planning Office, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 during the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed between 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.) Monday-Friday. Pleasecall the Planning Office at (269) 945-1290 for further information. The County of Barry will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon ten (10) days notice to the County of Barry. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the County of Barry by writing or calling the following: Michael Brown/County Administrator, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058, (269) 945-1284 Pamela Jarvis, Barry County Clerk FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Caryl L Hurless and Jane Lynne Hurless and Shane L Baker, as joint tenants, to New Century Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated April 13, 2005, and recorded on April 22, 2005, as Document Number: 1145292, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2005-HE4 ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been submitted to the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Three Thousand Five Hundred and 54/100 ($73,500.54) including interest at the rate of 7.40000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on July 15, 2010 Said premises are situated in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of Lot 1 and the South 1/2 of the East 1/2 of Lot 2, Block 12, Daniel Striker`s Addition to the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 11, Barry County Records. Commonly known as: 720 North Boltwood Street The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: June 17, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2005-HE4 ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 77546931 Case No. 10MI00544-1 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William R Scott, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Member First Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2007, and recorded on October 31, 2007 in instrument 20071031-0003662, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Auto Body Credit Union as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-One And 64/100 Dollars ($105,851.64), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 32, Town 3 North, Range 7 West described as: Beginning at the Southwest corner of said Section 32; thence North along the West line of said Section, a distance of 652 feet; thence East parallel with the South line of said Section, a distance of 240 feet; thence South parallel with said West line 652 feet; thence West along said South line 240 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Westerly 33 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 24, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547084 File #326348F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tyson G Geib, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 17, 2005, and recorded on March 18, 2005 in instrument 1142934, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Flagstar Bank, FSB as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Seven Thousand Twenty-Two And 11/100 Dollars ($97,022.11), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as; Commencing 4 rods West of the Northwest corner of the intersection of Lem Paul and Main Street; thence West along the North line of Main Street 4 rods; thence North 8 rods; thence East 4 rods; thence South 8 rods to the point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546763 File #306057F03 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 24, 2010 — Page 13 Social Security questions answered by specialist The following questions have been answered by Vonda VanTil, public affairs specialist for the West Michigan office of the Social Security Administration. Question: I lost my Social Security card, but I remember my number, and I don’t plan to change careers anytime soon. Do I really need a new card? Answer: The only time you may need the card is when you apply for a job and your prospective employer asks to see it. If you do decide you need a card, don’t carry it with you. Keep your card somewhere safe, with your other important papers. You are limited to three replacement cards in a year and 10 during your lifetime. Legal name changes and other exceptions do not count toward these limits. For example, changes in marital status that might require card updates do not count toward these limits. www.socialsecurity.gov/ss5doc. Question: I recently noticed on my annual statement that my date of birth in Social Security’s records is wrong. How do I get that corrected? Answer: To change the date of birth shown on our records you can take the following steps: • Complete an Application For A Social Security Card (Form SS-5); ands how us documents proving: U.S. citizenship or legal noncitizenship status (if you have not previously established your citizenship status with us), age and identity. Take or mail the completed application and documents to a local Social Security office. All documents must be either originals or copies certified by the issuing agency. For details on acceptable documents, visit Question: What information will I need to have if I’d like to complete the online application for Social Security retirement benefits? Answer: Although not required in all cases, we suggest that you have the following information at hand when you apply online for benefits. It will make completing the application much easier for you. • Date and place of birth and your Social Security number. • Bank account number and bank’s routing number for direct deposit. • The amount of money you earned last year and this year. If you are applying for benefits between September and December, you may also need to provide an estimate of what you will earn next year. • Name and address of your employer(s) for this year and last year. • Beginning and ending dates of any active military service prior to 1968. • The name, Social Security number and date of birth of current spouse, and, if applicable, any former spouses from marriages that lasted more than 10 years or ended in death. You should also know the dates of marriage, places of marriage and the dates of divorce or death. • A copy of your Social Security statement. In most cases, once your application is submitted electronically, you’re done. There are no forms to sign, and usually no documentation is required. Social Security will process your application and contact you if any further information is needed. To get started, www.socialsecurity.gov/applyonline. POLICE BEAT Hastings Police responded to a personal injury accident at the intersection of West State Street and Broadway on June 14. An eastbound vehicle driven by Robin Trumble, 21, from Hastings was stopped at the traffic light when another eastbound vehicle, driven by Jeffrey Atchinson, 20, also from Hastings, ran into the back of Trumble’s car. Mercy Ambulance responded to the scene and transported Atchinson to Pennock Hospital for treatment. His condition is unknown. While on patrol near the intersection of Cobb and Gilkey Lake roads, a Barry Township Police officer saw two subjects on a motorcycle June 17 at about 12:50 p.m. The officer recognized the driver, a 32-year-old male, as an individual with numerous outstanding warrants. When the officer tried to stop the motorcyclist, a pursuit ensued through Barry Township and beyond, reaching speeds of 115 to 120 miles per hour. Batty County Sheriff’s Department assisted in the pursuit. The chase ended with the subject surrendering at the intersection of Pifer Road and M-37. He was placed into custody and transported to the Barry County Jail. The 1997 Suzuki motorcycle he was driving was impounded. The female passenger was not injured and was later released. In addition to the outstanding warrants, the driver was charged with fleeing and eluding, driving while his while license was suspended and improper registration. Hastings Police were dispatched to the 200 block of East State Street June 16 on a report of a disorientated person walking around. Responding officers located the individual, who appeared to be intoxicated, near city hall. Police said she identified herself as Brittany Grandahl, 19, from Hastings. As officers spoke with Grandahl, she told them she had taken several pills earlier in day and was waiting for a drug provider to bring her more drugs. Grandahl became agitated with the officers and began yelling obscenities. She was warned to refrain several times. Grandahl failed to heed the officers’ warnings and was placed under arrest for being a disorderly person. She was transported to and lodged at the Barry County Jail. Hastings Police are investigating an assault involving an automobile that occurred early June 10. Officers were dispatched to Pennock Hospital where the 23-year-old victim had sought treatment for injuries she incurred after being dragged by a vehicle down the 400 block of West Bond Street. Officers were told that an altercation had occurred between the victim and a suspect, who was identified as Amanda Wieas, 25, also from Hastings. The victim was attempting to stop Wieas, who was sitting in her car, from leaving a party where she had been drinking. Wieas allegedly wrapped her seatbelt around the victims wrist and left the residence dragging the victim for approximately 277 feet before stopping and letting her go. Charges were authorized for felonious assault and for assault with intent to do great bodily harm by the Barry County Prosecutor’s office. Wieas turned herself into Hastings authorities on June 22, and she was lodged at the Barry County Jail. The investigation is continuing. Hastings Police responded to a three-car personal injury accident that occurred June 14 at the intersection of West Green Street and South Broadway. Penny Austin, 40, from Hastings, was traveling east on Green Street and braking for the traffic light when her foot slipped off the brake onto the accelerator, crashing into the back of a vehicle driven by Terry Stenzelbarton, 48, from Hastings. The force of the crash caused Stenzelbarton’s vehicle to crash into a third vehicle driven by John Castelein, 46, also from Hastings. Mercy Ambulance responded to the scene and transported Stenzelbarton to Pennock Hospital. His condition is unknown. Steven Joseph Kennedy, 47, of Hastings pleaded guilty to one count of possessing a firearm when ineligible to do so in 5th Circuit Court on June 16. Judge James Fisher sentenced Kennedy to 12 months in jail and 12 months of probation for the March 22 offense. Kennedy must also pay $1,000 in court costs, $60 in crime victim rights fees, $68 state minimum costs and $120 in probation fees. The balance of his jail sentence may be suspended upon payment of $1,128. A second charge of careless discharge of a firearm causing injury or death was dropped by the prosecution. Anthony Junior Wonnacott, 20, of Middleville pleaded guilty to one charge of attempted interfering with an electronic communication device causing injury or death and one charge of domestic violence. The charges stem from an April 28 incident in Middleville. In 5th Circuit Court last week, Judge Fisher ordered Wonnacott to serve six months in jail on the first charge, 93 days on the second and 24 months of probation. Wonnacott must also pay $60 to crime victim rights, $287 in restitution, $500 in court costs, $121 state minimum costs and $240 in probation fees. Charges of interfering with a communications device causing injury or death, aggravated domestic violence and operating motor vehicle in violation of license restrictions were not pursued by the prosecution. Randy Lee Pyle, 55, of Hastings pleaded guilty to operating while impaired, third offense, to Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court June 16. The charge is in relation to an April 11 incident on East Madison Street. Pyle was ordered to serve two months in jail and 36 moths of probation. He must also pay $500 library fund fines, $60 crime victim rights fees, $500 in court costs, $68 in state minimum costs and $360 probation fees. Additional charges of operating while intoxicated, third offense, felony, and operating with a suspended, revoked or denied license, second offense, were dismissed by the prosecution. Dorrance Lynn Hoffman III, 28, of Hastings pleaded no contest in 5th Circuit Court on June 16 to attempted criminal sexual conduct first degree, attempted unlawful imprisonment and attempted assault with the intent of sexual penetration. Judge Fisher ordered Hoffman to serve 38 to 60 months in prison on each count, to be served concurrently. The charges stem from a Nov. 14, 2009, incident in Hastings. Charges of criminal sexual conduct, first degree, unlawful imprisonment and criminal sexual conduct, assault with the intent to commit sexual penetration and habitual offender, fourth notice, were dropped by the prosecution. Hoffman must pay $500 court costs, $60 crime victim rights and $204 state minimum charges. Shaun Michael Engle, 25, of Nashville pleaded guilty to one count of attempted unlawful imprisonment before Judge Fisher in 5th Circuit Court on June 16. He was sentenced to 12 months in jail and 36 months of probation in relation to the Nov. 14, 2009, incident. He was ordered to pay $709 in restitution, $60 crime victim rights, $1,000 court costs, $68 state minimum costs and a $360 probation fee. Additional charges of criminal sexual conduct, second degree multiple variables, and unlawful imprisonment were dropped by the prosecution. The last eight months of jail may be suspended upon payment of $1,837. Question: Why is there a five-month waiting period for Social Security disability benefits? Answer: By law, Social Security disability benefits can be paid only after a worker has been disabled continuously throughout a period of five full calendar months. The first benefit paid is for the sixth month of disability and is paid in the seventh month. This waiting period ensures that we pay benefits only to persons with long-term disabilities and avoid duplicating other income protection plans (such as employer sick-pay plans) during the early months of disability. Question: I just found out I qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). How much will I receive in SSI benefits? Answer: SSI is a needs-based program. The benefit amount depends, in part, on other income and resources you might have. The maximum federal SSI payment nationwide throughout 2010 for an eligible individual is $674 a month, and for an eligible couple is $1,011 a month. Question: I get Supplemental Security Income benefits. I plan to move to a new apartment this summer, but I have direct deposit. Do I still need to notify Social Security of my new address? Answer: Yes. Even though you have direct Question: What happens to my Medicare coverage if my Social Security benefits stop because I go to jail? Answer: If you were getting Medicare and monthly Social Security benefits before you went to jail, your benefits will stop but your hospital insurance (Part A) coverage will continue. To keep your medical insurance (Part B) coverage, you must pay the premiums. If your coverage ends while you are in jail because you did not pay your Medicare premiums, you will be able to enroll again during the next general enrollment period (January through March of each year). Your coverage will start again in July of the year you re-enroll. If you do re-enroll, you will be responsible for any unpaid past-due premiums and your ongoing premium may be higher. Vonda VanTil is the public affairs specialist for West Michigan. You can write her c/o Social Security Administration, 50 College SE, Grand Rapids MI 49503 or via e-mail at vonda.vantil@ssa.gov. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale For Rent National Ads AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 CUTE LAKFRONT CABIN: Includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, open kitchen and living room with screened in lakefront porch, 2 steps to lake deck. All weekends. 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The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 77546543 COURT NEWS Question: I am 65 and my wife is 62 and receiving spouse’s benefits. When will she qualify for Medicare? Answer: Most people must wait until age 65 to apply for Medicare. Some people can get Medicare at any age. This includes people who have been getting Social Security disability benefits for 24 months; have kidney failure and require dialysis; have had a kidney transplant; or receive disability benefits because they suffer from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig’s disease). As someone who already receives retirement benefits, your wife will be enrolled automatically for Medicare coverage when she becomes eligible at age 65. deposit, we may still need to contact you by mail. Someone who receives SSI needs to report any change in living arrangements, income or resources by calling our toll-free number, 800-772-1213 (TTY 800-325-0778), or by visiting a local office within 10 days after the month the change occurs. If you call, you can speak to a representative from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on business days. If you don’t notify us in a timely manner, you could end up receiving an incorrect payment and have to pay it back. �Page 14 — Thursday, June 24, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Cyclists take Middleville by storm on June 18 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer It didn’t matter whether it was a cyclist, a family member, a friend or a volunteer, everyone kept at least one eye on the sky during the 2010 National 24 Hour Challenge. Some even kept watching the television in the lobby of the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School. On Friday, June 18 riders staying at the middle school were deciding whether to put up their tents or just bring their sleeping bags into the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School gymnasium. Those riders who had been part of the 2009 event remembered the deluge that came during Friday night. And the weather didn’t disappoint for the second year. The Middleville Police Department moved everyone in from the camping area from the front of the school due to predictions of high winds and thunderstorms. Several of the tents blew off while others had broken poles. One tent even slammed into a tree. No one was hurt on Friday night and many slept in the gymnasium at the middle school to avoid the showers which continued overnight. The 24 Hour Challenge committee learned after the first stormy blast that four of the portable toilets at the check points had blown over. They had to get a company from Wyoming to go out and reset the toilets before the riders got to the check points. But when the riders started at 8 a.m. Saturday, on their 24 hour quest, the sun was shining as they left the middle school. Some of the crews and area residents were on hand as the Kalamazoo Pipe Band play at the bridge over the Thornapple River on Main Street in Middleville to cheer as the riders went by on the first loop. More than 350 riders were registered for This year’s Volunteer of the Year award was presented to Jochen Ditterich. In addition to his service to the Challenge and cyclists he was praised for his weaving of a cyclist which was on display at the middle school for all to see. From the start following the singing of the National Anthem to the applause for the last rider this year’s National 24 Hour Challenge drew out the best from the cyclists who didn’t let a storm, a cloudy day, humidity or even late day heat and sunshine keep them from completing their goals. National 24 Hour Challenge Results Cyclists crossed over the bridge in downtown Middleville in groups. They were cheered on with applause and pipe band music. (Photo by Patricia Johns) the 2010 National 24 Hour Challenge which is a three loop cycling event. All riders start on loop 1, which covers a 121.6 mile circuit around the perimeter of Barry County. Many riders, crew members and volunteers kept their eye on weather reports about high winds, thunderstorms and possible tornados on Friday, June 18 at the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School. (Photo by Patricia Johns) 0% FINANCING FOR 60 MOS.* * To qualified buyers on selected models on New Holland Tractors financed with CNH Capital. Offer good through July 30th, 2010 735 E. Sherman Street, Nashville 517-852-1910 www.maplevalleyeq.com 77547138 Maple Valley Implement, Inc. The riders who finish the first loop must then complete at least one circuit of the second, 23.7 mile loop around the Gun Lake area. The third loop which this year is a 5.5 mile loop fills the hours from 7 p.m. on Saturday night until 8 a.m. on Sunday morning. Those cyclists riding after dark must have lights. Each year there are some riders who set goals for the miles they want to accomplish. Others just want to one of each loop. And for others the goal is to ride the most miles. For cyclist Wayne Panepinto of Rochester, New York an injury earlier this year could have meant he would not reach his goal of reaching 5,000 in his 13th year, but he was able to reach that goal as did Steven Wistie of Yale, MI. He had been told he would not be able to ride a bicycle again but on June 19 he was at the start, determined to complete at least 160 miles to earn his 5,000 mile jacket. Lee Elementary School teacher Sam Wilkinson worked to earn is 1000 mile jersey at this year’s event. Nancy Henriksson of Middleville had a 304 mile goal to earn her 5,000 mile jacket. She came up just short of that goal, and needs just 13.2 miles to meet it next year. Nancy and her husband Mikael won first place in the Husband-Wife pairs category this year, with 649.4 combined miles. Last year Casey Aubil found the challenge of the National 24 Hour Challenge a way to meet his own health goals. This year his dad Russ Aubil joined him in a father and son team. Christopher Gottweld participated for the first time in 2010 in his first 24 hour event. He decided to ride in the National 24 Hour Challenge he says, “I feel your event will be a much greater challenge have the potential to touch the lives of many others in my campaign to promote cycling and spiritual living.” Riders this year represent 27 states, Ontario and Quebec, Canada; Mexico and Poland. The National 24-Hour Challenge is the largest of eight 24-hour events, across the USA, which are recognized by the Ultra Marathon Cycling Association. This year the first loop was completed by the fastest riders at 1:20 p.m. which is about 15 minutes longer than in 2009. As the humidity dropped the organizers believed that times would speed up. Event organizer Pete Steve said he expected four-time high mileage winner Chris Ragsdale, of Seattle, Washington, to have some serious competition this year. Ragsdale still managed to win his fifth straight high mileage title covering 494.8 miles. Ragsdale set a new record for the Men’s 30-34 category as well. He was just 7.8 miles short of the all-time course record he set of 502.6 miles in 2007. The overall high mileage female was Kathy Roche-Wallace, 49, of Marshall, MI, who rode 381.4 miles. Nancy Guth of Stafford, Virginia the women's overall mileage winner for the past 4 years, did not return this year. Mary Florian of Lumberton, NC, rode 341.2 miles on her first outing this year, breaking the record for women 60-64 which was set in 2005 at 271.6, a remarkable 70mile improvement. There were a few changes to the route this year. The night loop this year had to be shortened from 7.5 to 5.5 miles, because Finkbeiner Road was expected to be under construction for the Finkbeiner/Crane Road bridge project. Steve added, “The shorter loop may well be a game-changer, with riders completing many more laps.” As always the National 24 Hour Challenge relies on the services of many volunteers. Several hundred volunteers work with the National 24 Hour Committee to make the event go smoothly. Female 18-24 -- 1. Melissa Beams, Ann Arbor, MI, 301 miles; 2. Brittany Venglarcik, Petersburg, MI, 121.6; 3. Kate Wilson, Middleville, MI, 96.2; 4. Claire Psarouthakis, Ann Arbor, MI, 71.5. Female 25-29 -- 1. Marie Rote, Copley, OH, 302.7. Female 30-34 -- 1. Amy Miller, Ann Arbor, MI, 306.5; 2. Emily Clark, Naperville, IL, 121.6; 3. Laura Skinner, Grand Rapids, MI, 96.2. Female 35-39 -- 1. Cassie Schumacher, Akron, OH, 364.2; 2. Erica Weitzman, Traverse City, MI, 335.7; 3. Alison Murphy, Downers Grove, IL, 301; 4. Carla Murphy, Flushing, MI, 224; 5. Victoria Rohrer, Flushing, MI, 207.5; 6. Francie Wesorick, Alma, MI, 200.3; 7. Jodi Cohen-Babcock, Downers Grove, IL, 150.8. Female 40-44 -- 1. Katrina Wiltse, Lake Villa, IL, 359.4; 2. Leslie Holton, Pine, CO, 334; 3. Toni Barstis, Niles, MI, 200.3; 4. Tori Ellison, Alma, MI, 121.6; 5. Angela May, Chicago, IL, 92.9. Female 45-49 -- 1. Kathryn RocheWallace, Marshall, MI, 381.4; 2. Janet Mc Gettigan, Muskegon, MI, 301; 3. Rhonda Gibson, Grand Haven, MI, 251.5; 4. Lou Therrien, Livonia, MI, 227.8. Female 50-54 -- 1. Nancy Henriksson, Middleville, MI, 290; 2. Janice Bent, Rochester, NY, 284.5; 3. Margaret Donnelly, Noblesville, IN, 251.5; 4. Doreen Brown, Lansing, MI, 200.3; 5. Sally Long, East Lansing, MI, 113. Female 55-59 -- 1. Sarah Weis, Montague, MA, 279; 2. Nancy Lange, Wyoming, MI, 262.5; 3. Ellen Alaimo, Lakewood, OH, 255.3; 4. Mary Kay Germaine, Oakville, ON, Canada, 161.8; 5. Leslie Miyasato, Lansing, MI, 121.6. Female 60-64 -- 1. Mary Florian, Lumberton, NC, 341.2. Female 70+ -- 1. Isabelle Sheardown, Cookstown, ON, Canada, 94.2. Male 18-24 -- 1. Rhone Eppelheimer, Okemos, MI, 364.9; 2. Taylor Allen, Richland, MI, 317.5; 3. David Rupar, Portland, OR, 309.9; 4. Mark Beams, Vicksburg, MI, 301; 5. Ian Cowhey, St Louis, MO, 279; 6. James Fox, Sheridan, IN, 264.2; 7. Jonathan Kazyak, Frankenmuth, MI, 255.3; 8. Matthew Meyer, Grand Haven, MI, 235; 9. Austin Stephenson, East Lansing, MI, 211.3; 10. Casey Aubil, Wayland, MI, 207.5; 11. Jesse Sallak, Niles, MI, 202; 12. Timothy Donnelly, Noblesville, IN, 183.8. Male 25-29 -- 1. Keegan Greene, Indianapolis, IN, 414.4; 2. Travis Ruch, Baltimore, MD, 319.2; 3. Keith Cox, Sun Prarie, WI, 301; 4. Greg Johnson, Fenton, MI, 301; 5. Lee Bunker, Battle Creek, MI, 262.5; 6. Michael Fink, Scotts, MI, 255.3; 7. Bob Markley, Carmel, IN, 231.2; 8. Nathan Cole, Wyoming, MI, 202; 9. John Parr, Chicago, IL, 198.2; 10. Nolan Cole, Wyoming, MI, 169; 11. Ryan Bruxvoort, Griffith, IN, 145.3; 12. David Bartnicki Jr, Wyandotte, MI, 71.5. Male 30-34 -- 1. Chris Ragsdale, Seattle, WA, 494.8; 2. Ladislav Optis, Toronto, ON, Canada, 454.6; 3. Kevin Storer, Pittsburgh, PA, 436.4; 4. Chad Lahey, Grand Haven, MI, 411.6; 5. Alexander Ruch, Ada, MI, 364.4; 6. Eugene Daniels, Grand Haven, MI, 352.2; 7. Klaas Hoekema, Philadelphia, PA, 273.5; 8. Carl Ylinen, Grand Haven, MI, 262.5; 9. Joshua Hatton, Grand Rapids, MI, 255.3; 10. Steve Rettig, Grand Haven, MI, 224; 11. Nicholas Grala, Grand Rapids, MI, 200.3; 12. Weston Newman, Byron Center, MI, 121.6; 13. Ronald Hill Jr, Grand Rapids, MI, 121.6. Male 35-39 -- 1. Christopher Gottwald, Kalamazoo, MI, 483.8; 2. Bryce Walsh, Chicago, IL, 460.1; 3. Thomas Trout, Byron Center, MI, 443.6; 4. Robert Hayley, Taylor, MI, 414.4; 5. Clark Hostetter, Holsapple, PA, 353.9; 6. Jonathan Toffolo, Guelph, ON, Canada, 306.5; 7. Clinton Arms, Byron Center, MI, 301; 8. Jonathon Bachman, Owosso, MI, 255.3; 9. Mark Lyons, Lansing, MI, 251.5; 10. Daniel Cole, Kalamazoo, MI, 222.3; 11. Brian Updike, Grand Rapids, MI, 216.8; 12. Jeff Schmela, Wheaton, IL, 209.2; 13. Samuel Wilkinson, Caledonia, MI, 207.5; 14. Matthew Miles, Holt, MI, 202; 15. Luke Mast, Goshen, IN, 178.3; 16. Chad Geiger, Cadillac, MI, 172.8; 17. Jason Hatton, Essexville, MI, 121.6; 18. Don Smith, Yorkville, IL, 121.6; 19. John Loudermilk, Dexter, MI, 121.6. Male 40-44 -- 1. Robert Schaller, Algonquin, IL, 438.1; 2. Henrik Olsen, Walkersville, MD,, 438.1; 3. James Trout, East Grand Rapids, MI, 403.4; 4. Michael Holtan, Stoughton, WI, 381.4; 5. Brian Baker, Sparta, MI, 335.7; 6. Jeffrey Ryan, Indianapolis, IN, 328.1; 7. J Clayton, Lebanon, OH, 317.5; 8. Paul Stevens, Portage, MI, 306.5; 9. Joseph Hannon, Muskegon, MI, 301; 10. Gregory Duiven, Grand Rapids, MI, 301; 11. Allen Murphy, Flushing, MI, 301; 12. David Young, Norwalk, OH, 298.9; 13. John Cook, Fishers, Following high winds on Friday, June 18 several tents were damaged at the middle school. This tent ended up in a tree. No people were hurt. (Photo by Patricia Johns) IN, 297.2; 14. David Wesorick, Dexter, MI, 282.8; 15. Troy Carr, Grand Rapids, MI, 273.5; 16. Chris Gonnsen, Grand Blanc, MI, 257; 17. Miroslaw Stasiuk, Grand Rapids, MI, 255.3; 18. David Ringey, Beverly Hills, MI, 251.5; 19. Michael Kubo, Palos Heights, IL, 247.7; 20. Mark Alexander, Swartz Creek, MI, 231.2; 21. Stevin Wiederhold, Saginaw, MI, 224; 22. Brian Bundy, Swartz Creek, MI, 216.8; 23. Shannon Pike, Portland, MI, 216.8; 24. Rick Cummins, Farmington Hills, MI, 207.5; 25. Michael Zapinski, Macomb, MI, 200.3; 26. Dean Demetropoulos, Royal Oak, MI, 200.3; 27. Ross Hull Jr, Grand Rapids, MI, 200.3; 28. Marc Giuliano, Grand Haven, MI, 185.5; 29. Will Adams, Maineville, OH, 183.8; 30. Jeff Rothley, Flint, MI, 183.8; 31. William Pitney, Dekalb, IL, 169; 32. Bryan Kortness, White House, TN 156.3; 33. Devin Winton, Battle Creek, MI, 156.3; 34. Cesar Salmeron, Rockford, MI, 150.8; 35. Yong Choe, Indianapolis, IN, 145.3; 36. Eric Johnson, Worthington, OH, 71.5. Male 45-49 -- 1. Kurt Searvogel, Sheridan, AR 449.1; 2. Terry Arnold, Lake Wylie, SC, 379.7; 3. Martin Waalkes, Ada, MI, 374.2; 4. Mikael Henriksson, Middleville, MI, 359.4; 5. Otto Weyer Jr, Garden City, MI, 357.7; 6. Irek Koziol, Chicago, IL, 357.7; 7. Ken Kloet, Muskegon, MI, 352.2; 8. Jerome Valco, Litchfield, OH, 340.5; 9. Tim Zych, Alto, MI, 335.7; 10. Vince Lavalle, Columbia Station, OH, 328.5; 11. Dirk Shelley, Highland Park, IL, 313.7; 12. Rainard Beer, Strongsville, OH, 312; 13. James Supple, Holland, MI, 308.2; 14. Patrick Donnelly, Noblesville, IN, 306.5; 15. Ed Hoffmann, Oak Forest, IL, 306.5; 16. Matthew Amor, La Porte, IN, 302.7; 17. Mark Harrison, Naperville, IL, 302.7; 18. Jeff Walthew, Lyman, SC, 302.7; 19. James Kubiak, Ludington, MI, 301; 20. Larry Feil, Waterloo, ON, Canada, 301; 21. John Lupina, Holt, MI, 301; 22. Brian Curtis, Wyoming, MI, 284.5; 23. Michael Labadie, Byron Center, MI, 284.5; 24. Richard Lawrence, Conneautville, PA, 264.2; 25. Mark Williams, Birmingham, MI, 262.5; 26. Dennis Thome, Birmingham, MI, 262.5; 27. Peter Zipple, Lansing, MI, 227.8; 28. James French, Coldwater, MI, 225.7; 29. Robert Berkstresser, Rockford, MI, 218.5; 30. Richard Hughes, Worthington, OH, 207.5; 31. Ralph Germaine, Oakville, ON, Canada, 205.8; 32. Eric Overton, Berea, OH, 203.7; 33. Thomas Cole, Brighton, MI, 202; 34. Scott Boerman, Hamilton, MI, 200.3; 35. Jeff Robertson, Battle Creek, MI, 200.3; 36. Craig Rohrer, Milford, MI, 200.3; 37. A Dolinger, Hamilton, MI, 200.3; 38. David Barstis, Niles, MI, 178.3; 39. Eric Stowers, Kalkaska, MI, 169; 40. Jeff Mast, Grand Haven, MI, 167.3; 41. Wayne Curtis, Nashville, MI, 150.8; 42. Jon Muller, Grand Rapids, MI, 145.3; 43. Jonathon Schultz, Warren, MI, 145.3; 44. Keith Walker, Holland, MI, 121.6; 45. Joseph Bartnicki, Highland, MI, 96.2; 46. David Bartnicki Sr, Wyandotte, MI, 96.2. Male 50-54 -- 1. Dennis DeLong, Rochester, NY, 454.6; 2. Tim Meyer, Grand Haven, MI, 403.4; 3. Wayne Panepinto, Rochester, NY, 392.4; 4. Richard Kordenbrock, Cincinnati, OH, 379.7; 5. Alex Shnyra, Overland Park, KS 374.2; 6. Gary Michalek, Northville, MI, 357.7; 7. Dan Kloet, Grand Rapids, MI, 352.2; 8. Terry Krall, Carmel, IN, 341.2; 9. John McCarthy, Tinley Park, IL, 337.4; 10. Dale Hansen, Swartz Creek, MI, 324.7; 11. Rick Cosaro, Naperville, IL, 324.7; 12. Keith Wolcott, Charleston, IL, 323; 13. Glenn Dik, Rockford, MI, 320.9; 14. William Smith, Frederick, MD,, 319.2; 15. Gary Berk, Ludington, MI, 313.7; 16. Robert Fink, Scotts, MI, 306.5; 17. Martin Burg, Hudsonville, MI, 306.5; 18. Kevin McCaulley, Royal Oak, MI, 304.8; 19. Myles Weitzman, Traverse City, MI, 302.7; 20. Dennis Jeffers, Gaines, MI, 301; 21.. Scott Davis, Lafayette, IN, 279; 22. Erich Pagel, Grand Rapids, MI, 277.3; 23. Mark Hopper, Toronto, ON, Canada, 275.2; 24. David Tovey, East Grand Rapids, MI, 273.5; 25. Melvin Siebert, Magnolia, OH, 271.4; 26. 24 HOUR, continued page 16 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, June 24, 2010 — Page 15 Run around Algonquin Lake Red Wings win junior high hockey title to celebrate the 4th of July The YMCA Camp Algonquin and Algonquin Lake Association are partnering for this years “Run Around the Lake” which is a 4.2 mile course and starts at Camp Algonquin. Walkers are welcome too. The run/walk will be held July 4, with adults starting at 8 a.m. There will be a free one-mile youth run at 9 a.m. Early registration is necessary, as there may be limited numbers to run. Interested participants may register on line at www.ymcaofbarrycounty.org. Proceeds from the race will help provide scholarships for children who want to attend Camp Algonquin and to help fund the special 4th of July Fireworks put on by the Algonquin Lake Association that evening. Lady Saxon basketball camp scheduled to begin Monday Hastings Community Education will be presenting a number of summer camps and clinics for youth in the coming weeks, including the annual Lady Saxon Summer (basketball) Camp which will run from June 28 through July 2. The camp will be conducted by Hastings varsity girls’ basketball coach Steve Laubaugh and members of the varsity girls’ basketball team. The camp will feature daily skills instruction, officiated team scrimmages, and individual contests. All players should wear proper basketball attire including clean soled shoes, shorts, socks, and shirt. Registrations are still being accepted at the Community Education desk. Call 269-948-4414 to have any questions answered. Those who miss the pre-registration may sign up at the beginning of camp on June 28. Forms will be available at that time. The camp will be run in two sections. Girls entering grades three through five next fall will have their camp from 10:30 a.m. until noon each day at the Hastings Community Education and Recreation Center gymnasium. The cost is $35. Girls entering grades six through eight next fall will have their camp from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. each day at the Hastings High School gymnasium. The cost is $40. League director James Brown said all the teams in the Maple Valley Junior High floor hockey league played very well this season, but it was the Red Wings who came away as the league champions this season. The Red Wings, league runners-up in each of the past two seasons, finally got on top this year by knocking off the Sabres in the league championship game 5-3 May 8. Michael Messler scored a hat trick (three goals) in the championship game for the Red Wings. Teammate Troy Allen was named the playoff MVP. The championship game included a number of the league’s standouts, including the Sabres’ league MVP Cody Morrice and league top defenseman Ryan Myall. The Red Wings were powered in part by Greg Glass, who was the league’s top goalie this year. The Sabres and Red Wings entered the playoffs having tied for the regular season championship. The Red Wings set a new playoff record by scoring the first goal in just one second, on the opening faceoff. Allen hit the puck to Michael Messler, who hit a hard smashing shot past Sabre goalie Jordan Denton. The game went back and forth from there, with both teams playing very hard on defense. Bailey Blodgett and Allie Hughes led the defensive effort for the Red Wings, and for the Sabres it was Myall and Kody Sheldon. Morrice, Rage Sheldon, and Alec Hasmer keeping the game close for the Sabres. Morrice scored a hat trick with great set ups by Sheldon and Hasmer, but the Red Wings were just too much. The Red Wings were coached by Don Smith, and the Sabres by Ed Sheldon. The Sabres reached the championship game by knocking off the league’s defending champions, the Thrashers, 3-1 in the semifinals. The Thrashers made it into the semi’s as goalie Cam Pifer recorded the only shut out of the playoffs in net, with his team blanking the Senators 2-0. Brown said the league benefited from shirts and trophies which were donated by Court Side. The Red Wings celebrate their 2010 Maple Valley Junior High floor hockey championship Saturday, May 8. Team members this season were Bailey Blodgett, Robert Tuller, Troy Allen, Josh Sanchez, Greg Glass, Allie Hughes, Michael Messler, Jenny Dean, Savanah Ackett, Nick Altword, Wyatt Ledford, Andrew Hanford, and coach Don Smith. by Brett Bremer USA gets big win, but game still won’t be big in the USA Keep up with your local team in your local newspaper, The Hastings BANNER! 77547022 “USA! USA! USA!” Or maybe more appropriately for this World Cup, “Vuuruvu! Vuuruvu! Vuuruvu!” thanks to the South African vuvuzela horns which blast out the sound that has become the scourge of this year’s tournament. Landon Donovan’s goal in the 91st minute of the United States’ 1-0 victory over Algeria Wednesday puts the USA team into the Round of 16 at this year’s World Cup in South America and clinches the USA’s first pool victory in 80 years. After the victory, the question came up instantly. Is this the biggest victory in the history of USA soccer? I doubt it. The USA was third in its first World Cup, in 1930. There must have been some big wins along the way to that. As recently as 2002 the USA was one step further along than it is in the 2010 tournament. The USA had a huge 2-0 win over Portugal that year in pool play, then knocked off Mexico in the round of 16 to get into the quarterfinals. I’m sure the questions about whether or not the victory over Algeria thrusts soccer forward in the hierarchy of American sports can’t be far behind. That’s a question that seems to follow every big USA soccer moment, from the chance to host the 1994 World Cup, to the Women’s World Cup and Olympic wins, to the formation of the MLS (Major League Soccer). The answer will be the same as it has been every time that question has been asked in my lifetime. The answer will be “no.” That answer is coming from someone who played soccer from the time he was in second grade until his final indoor intramural contest at Central Michigan University. Soccer is not going to catch golf, or NASCAR, or basketball, or baseball, or football in terms of popularity in the United States any time soon, if ever. Someone read a quote on the radio the other day about how Americans didn’t like soccer because it’s all about failure. I immediately thought of the baseball player who’s out seven times out of ten times being elected to the hall of fame, so that must not be the case. So there have to be other reasons. There’s no patience here. Soccer games build and build to that climatic moment where the ball rips into the back of the net. At the most, a basketball is supposed to take 24 seconds between trips through the net. Nothing matters to Americans, but scoring points. That doesn’t happen enough in soccer. Americans can barely stand 3-2 hockey games, let alone a 11 soccer match between the USA and England. Americans say they like non-stop action, but what they really like are commercials. Football is our most popular sport, it’s also the sport where the least amount of action takes place. There’s commercials, then the kick-off, then commercials, then three-and-out, then commercials, then the other team drives down the field and scores a touchdown, then commercials, then another kick, then commercials. Only about a third of the game time is actually spent playing football. That leaves us lots of time to go to the bathroom or to buy/make a plate of nachos. Soccer will overtake hockey or golf in popularity in the United States when the USA is winning games 22-19, when the television stations break as the ball crosses the sideline so we have time to empty our bladders and fill our drinks, and when everyone who loves soccer the way it is no longer recognizes it. Thankfully, the world won’t let the Americans have it their way any time soon. �� https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-07-01.pdf 709cfa5bb910c15c63cc10a74eaf2536 PDF Text Text Neighbors work together to save a life Governments should be problem-solvers Former Tigers pitcher to appear locally See Story on Page 3 See Editorial on Page 5 See Story on Page 3 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 26 NEWS BRIEFS Quintessential Bones to play at fountain This week the trombone orchestra from Battle Creek, Quintessential Bones, returns to the Fridays at the Fountain concert series. The July 2 concert on the Barry County Courthouse lawn will feature five trombones and a rhythm section that will perform popular American music as well as several patriotic tunes in celebration of Independence Day weekend. Patrons are reminded that concerts are held on the courthouse lawn every Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. In the event of rain, performances are presented in the community room of Hastings City Bank. Lawn chairs, blankets and snacks are encouraged for those watching the concerts. The event is co-sponsored by the Thornapple Arts Council and the City of Hastings. Planning commission meeting moved to Tuesday The regular July meeting of the Hastings Planning Commission will be held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 5, in the council chambers of Hastings City Hall. The commission usually meets on the first Monday of each month; however, the date was changed due to the observance of Independence Day. Deadline nears for voter registration BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, July 1, 2010 Hastings City Council grants six requests; denies two by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Holding events on city property, purchasing and installing art on public sidewalks: okay; serving alcohol and reserving handicapped parking spaces for individuals: not okay. Monday evening, the Hastings City Council approved six requests from the public, while denying two. The council unanimously rejected a request to stay the necessary ordinances preventing the distribution and consumption of alcohol in city parks from an individual who wished to serve free alcohol during a Hastings Rotary Club disc golf outing slated for Monday, Aug. 2, at Hammond Hill Disc Golf Course. Council member Brenda McNabb-Stange asked if the consumption of alcohol was allowed in city parks and if stays on the ordinance prohibiting were routinely granted. Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield said alcohol consumption is not allowed in city parks and that such stays are rarely granted. “We have done this on occasion, for the consumption of alcohol on the road right of way. I don’t know if it has ever been done for a park,” said Mansfield. Community Development Director John Hart noted that in the past, the Elks club had been allowed to set up a beer tent in Fish Hatchery Park during Summerfest. Mansfield noted that there would be no liquor license involved in this request, since the alcohol would be given away, not sold. “There is an individual who will acquire the alcohol and simply give it away at the event,” said Mansfield. “So now we have an individual, or the city, who is now liable if somebody gets in a wreck going home. There’s no guarantee that minors won’t be served. There’s no liquor license at risk here. I think this is going way beyond what we should allow in the consumption of alcohol on city property,” said McNabb-Stange. “I don’t think we will ever be able to say ‘no,’ if we don’t say ‘no’ to this one.” The Riverbank Music series in Middleville is underway with weekly concerts beginning at 6:30 p.m. in Stagecoach Park on Main Street downtown. Restaurants in the area are open. On July 9, Eschelons will take the stage to perform oldies, and July 16, The Bluecatz, formerly the Grand River Blue Cats, will return with their blues and classic rock performance. For more information about the Riverbank music series call 269-7953385. In case of bad weather, concerts are held in the Middleville United Methodist Church at the corner of Main and Church streets.n All concerts are sponsored by the Village of Middleville Downtown Development Authority Friday; or, the escalating fine schedule be waived and she would only be assessed $5 each time she violated the two-hour parking limit for downtown streets. In his communication to the council, Mansfield said that city staff have spoken with DeBoer, attempting to find alternate solutions to her difficulties, “but apparently none met her needs.” Mansfield also wrote, “If the council elects to pursue either of the options suggested by Julie (or alternate arrangements to address situations such as hers), we would strongly suggest the development of a uniform policy to be followed in all similar situations involving individuals or citizens.” “It is a challenge. It is also a very slippery slope,” said Mansfield during the meeting. “You have to be very careful when you start making accommodations for individuals — how long they last, what types of conditions See CITY COUNCIL, pg. 2 Soaring Concepts creates local jobs during and after construction by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern Soaring Concepts Aerospace (SCA), a company that designs and builds light sport aircraft, is erecting a new manufacturing company near the Hastings Airport. The new housing for the company is being built with the help of both Amish community members and other builders. SCA has been in Middleville for the past seven years, but with its recent expansion has moved to Hastings. “The company is going through growth as we speak,” said owner Jeff Williams. “We used to build only one kind of aircraft, but we’re now in production of two, and by the end of the year we’ll have three. The new building will let us test the airplanes because it’s by the runways, and allow room for the expansion.” The building was started three weeks ago, and is already standing, with the beginnings of a roof in progress. He hopes the building will be finished by November, and with its opening will come the prospect of more jobs in the community. See CONSTRUCTION, pg. 2 Amish workers begin installing the roof of the new structure. Twenty-year bond for sewer and water authority paid off Tuesday, July 6, is the last day to register to vote for the Aug. 3 primary election. To register, applicants must be at least 18 years old by election day and be U.S. citizens. Applicants must also be residents of Michigan and of the city or township in which they wish to register. Voters may register by mail; at their county, city or township clerk’s office; or by visiting any Secretary of State branch office. The mail-in form and more information are available on the Department of State Web site at www.Michigan.gov/sos. Middleville’s Riverbank Music series contnues “I would have to agree,” said fellow council member Don Bowers. “I think we are opening up the door more and more. Next it will be Tyden Park, they will want to have beer down there, then Fish Hatchery Park, and on and on it goes. Somewhere we have got to start saying, ‘Look, these aren’t places for that kind of thing ...’ When you have a softball game, we don’t want beer down there. When you have this out there ... throwing that little thing around, I wouldn’t think we’d want beer out there either. I think it behooves us to start looking at these with a little more concern.” The council also denied a request from Julie DeBoer, the sales manager for WBCH radio for special parking privileges downtown by a 1-8 vote, with Mayor Pro-tem Don Tubbs, casting the dissenting vote. DeBoer had requested that due to a physical disability, either the two-hour time limit be waived for her vehicle on the 100 block of West State Street from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Residential fees to continue Carl Schoessel (left) presents a Red Rose Citation to Robert Byington, while Robert’s wife, Marty, looks on. Robert Byington presented with Rotary’s Red Rose award by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At Monday’s meeting of the Hastings Rotary Club, Robert Byington received a Red Rose Citation, the highest honor issued on behalf of Rotary clubs, and one that commemorates the Rotarian motto, “Service above self.” “I can’t thank you enough for choosing me as the recipient of this very prestigious award,” said Byington, who is an attorney with the Depot Law Office in Hastings. Prior to giving the award, members of the club’s Red Rose Citation Committee, which is responsible for nominating candidates to receive the honor, spoke about various aspects of Byington’s life. Randy Teegardin focused on Byington’s early life and education, explaining that he met his wife, Marty, in his hometown of Owosso, while the two of them worked at a Big Boy restaurant during their senior years of high school. He added that the couple are the parents of two children, Eric Byington and Sarah Konynenbelt. See RED ROSE, pg. 2 by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer In an interview Tuesday, Mark Doster, administrator of the Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authority, explained that the bond instrumental in creating the authority was repaid earlier this year. Doster said the bond was issued approximately 20 years ago for about $12 million and generated around $5 million of interest. While the bond allowed for construction of the authority’s original infrastructure, opposition to an assessment that was proposed to fund the authority’s services delayed construction of the original infrastructure by two years, he explained, adding that the delay resulted in costs for the construction exceeding the amount budgeted for it. “When they put the first shovel in the ground, the cost had escalated another $2.6 million,” he said. Instead of assessing customers to compensate for the increased cost, he said that those in charge of the authority at the time decided to address the increase by relying on expansion of the authority and the additional revenue that would come from that growth. “The expansion didn’t occur like they thought it would,” he said, explaining why the bond always was the cause of some worry. According to Doster, nearly $582,000 of the final payment, which totaled about $863,000, was made with authority funds that will need to be repaid. The approximately 2,100 customers of the authority have been charged $13 per month to help pay off the bond, and that fee will continue to be administered to reimburse the accounts from which those funds were taken, he explained, adding that the amount taken from the accounts should be completely reimbursed by early 2012. Doster explained that both the authority’s operation and maintenance account and renewal, replacement and improvement account have been negatively impacted by repayment of the bond, and he added that, depending upon what members of the Commission of the Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authority decide, the monthly fee might continue to be administered, in some form, beyond 2012 to ensure that customers of the authority need not be assessed in the future. “We don’t want to have to re-assess people again — ever,” he said. “So we need to pump money into that [renewal, replacement and] improvement account, so we can make sure the system lives on indefinitely.” According to Doster, the operation and maintenance account primarily funds routine expenses associated with the authority’s infrastructure, while the renewal, replacement and improvement account is used to fund costly expenditures such as replacement of pipe and expansion. Currently, the operation and maintenance account and renewal, replacement and improvement account have balances of approximately $200,000 and $500,000, respectively, he said. �Page 2 — Thursday, July 1, 2010 — The Hastings Banner CITY COUNCIL, continued from page 1 Congressman Vern Ehlers speaks at an American Library Association rally. Ehlers honored by national library group The American Library Association presented a certificate of appreciation to Congressman Vernon J. Ehlers at its Advocacy Day rally on Capitol Hill Tuesday. He was lauded for his long-time support of libraries during his time in Congress. “I am honored to be recognized by the American Library Association,” said Ehlers. “I spent a lot of time in libraries during my childhood, and I am acutely aware of how important they are in our communities. Librarians are a great influence, and I applaud their work. It has been my honor to support libraries at the local, state and federal levels, and I will continue to do so during my remaining time in Congress.” Ehlers spoke to thousands of ALA members and supporters at the rally in Upper Senate Park on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. “It was a sad day for the library community when Rep. Vernon Ehlers announced his retirement,” said Emily Sheketoff, executive director of the ALA Washington office. “Rep. Ehlers has been a consistent supporter of all types of libraries, promoting the role that libraries play in their communities to his colleagues in the Congress. “Rep. Ehlers has always been a dependable proponent of libraries and librarians,” Sheketoff continued. “At a time when libraries are under increasing pressure to be able to continue delivering the services that the American people have come to depend upon, our budgets are being cut, which makes it more difficult to maintain our level of service. We will miss the Congressman’s leadership in the House of Representatives.” CONSTRUCTION, continued from page 1 “With the growth that we’re going through we will need more workers, and that will open up some jobs,” said Williams. Construction of the building itself, however, has already opened up jobs for Amish workers who are hard at work putting up the housing for the Aerospace company. “We didn’t necessarily choose the Amish workers,” said Williams, “but the company that we’re working with for the building did. They like the quality and the efficiency of the work that they do. So far, they are doing a great job, and it’s coming along really well.” With everything well underway and with a set deadline that hopefully will be reached, the company will bring small business diversity, and jobs to workers in the community, with the help of a diverse population of people. MDA warns food establishments of phony inspector scam The Michigan departments of Agriculture (MDA) and Community Health, in cooperation with the Michigan Restaurant Association, are warning the state’s food establishments about a scam involving fake food inspectors who are currently making the rounds in Michigan. MDA, MDCH, state local health departments and other agencies across the United States are reporting that restaurants are receiving calls from individuals claiming to be from a heath department and requesting to schedule an inspection at the establishment as well as requesting sensitive information. If refused, the scam artist then threatens enforcement action and fines if they cannot schedule an appointment. “Food safety is paramount to MDA in all aspects of the food chain, including restaurants, and it’s completely unacceptable for anyone to mock our food safety programs by posing as a phony inspector,” said Don Koivisto, MDA director. “Inspections are unannounced to ensure proper food safety see if some other communities have a problem,” said council member Dave Jasperse. “I don’t how many spaces we have downtown ... you could make one or two of them all day and leave the rest as they are now. But, I think we should let staff look at that ... I’m not disagreeing with you, Don.” “I’m not against them looking at it, but I did make a motion that we turn this one down now,” said Bowers. “We worked long and hard about parking in this town, and people complain all the time that there’s not enough parking, there’s not enough parking. And, if we’re going to start dedicating parking places, I don’t think so ...” Tubbs said that not making parking accommodations for handicapped people may make it difficult for them to be employed downtown. “That’s a reasonable accommodation that should be made by the employer, not the city,” said McNabb-Stange. “There are accommodations for her to park behind the building, but it’s not convenient because of the extra amount of problems she has trying to walk up the side or trying to climb up steps, so it doesn’t work,” said Tubbs. “And, because she is in and out of the office quite a bit, doing her job, that makes it more difficult.” “I recommend that we turn this down, and if council wants to look at this in the future that is fine,” repeated Bowers. “But, on this particular one, I have made a motion that we turn it down.” Jasperse then made a motion that city staff be directed to look into establishing a policy for handling such requests in the future. The motion passed 8-1 vote, Bowers cast the dissenting, saying that he did so only because a motion wasn’t necessary to direct staff to look into the matter. The council approved the following requests: from Nancy Goodin, to allow Hastings City Bank to use the sidewalks around its building for s sidewalk chalk fundraiser for Relay for Life during the week of Aug. 9; From the Hastings Downtown Business Team and the Barry County Chamber of Commerce, a stay of ordinance to allow downtown merchants to hold their annual sidewalk sales Friday, July 16, and Saturday, July 17; from Living Waters Church to hold a concert in Tyden Park Friday, July 30; from the Thornapple Arts Council to place a piano on the corner of South Jefferson Street and West State Street; from the AYSO Soccer League to use the soccer fields at Tyden, Fish Hatchery and Bob King parks for its 2010-11 fall and spring seasons; from the YMCA of Barry County to use the Fish Hatchery Park softball diamond for adult coed kickball from 2 to 6 p.m. on Saturdays from Sept. 5 through Oct. 31; and from the family of Margaret and Doug DeCamp to purchase the sculpture “Avian Ascent” and gift it to the city in commemoration of the FlexFab company’s 50th anniversary. The DeCamps also said they would like to contribute toward the cost of the sculpture’s permanent installation. In other business, the council: • Adopted a resolution amending the operating budgets for the 2009-10 fiscal year. According to Mansfield, the amendment reflects the possible expenditure of funds prior to the city’s current fiscal year for maintenance work on the Carlton/Hastings STEP sewer project. He said that while it is possible that the city may perform maintenance service on the sewer system prior to the year’s end, Carlton Township has yet to accept ownership of the facilities in the sewer system and therefore, the township and the city are not yet responsible for the maintenance at this time. • Authorized Hastings Police Chief Jerry Sarver to apply for permits necessary to reroute traffic on M-43 as required to hold the annual Summerfest Parade from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 28. • Approved the sale of a 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix to Andy Lusty who submitted the highest bid for $2,200 and the 2005 Chevy Tahoe to Grace Quality Used Cars which submitted the highest bid of $3,656, as recommended by Department of Public Services Director Tim Girrbach. • Approved a motion to reject all bids on the van used by the water department because it has been determined that the city still needs the vehicle. • Appointed the following delegates to the Municipal Employees Retirement System annual meeting in September: Mansfield, officer delegate; Hastings City Clerk and Treasurer Tom Emery, officer alternate; Jim Lee, employee delegate; and Tina Maurer, employee alternate. • Authorized Mayor Bob May to sign an engagement letter with Rehmann Robson for financial audit services for the 2009-10 fiscal year in the amount of $16,500. • Heard a report from Hart that plans are progressing for the Maranda Park Party which will be held at the Barry County Expo Center from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 8. RED ROSE, continued from page 1 measures are being followed at all times and it’s rare that a state or local inspector would schedule an inspection. Additionally, food establishment owners and managers should never provide confidential information such as a Social Security number over the phone.” Here are some quick tips to avoid falling victim to this scam: • Ask for identification if someone stops by or calls claiming to be from the local health department or MDA. • If the individual can not provide proper identification, do not allow the person access to the facility. Contact a food regulatory agency immediately and report it. • Don’t provide sensitive or confidential information over the phone, such as a Social Security number. State and local food inspectors would never ask for that information, said Koivisto. Anyone with further questions or concerns should contact a food regulatory agency or MDA at 800-292-3939. ‘MyMoney’ website can help with personal finances by Vonda VanTil Social Security Public Affairs Specialist There’s good news for Americans who want help getting a handle on their finances. The official government website dedicated to teaching all Americans the basics of financial education, www.mymoney.gov, is now loaded with more information and is even easier to use. The new site has enhanced interactive features and provides more resources to Americans seeking information that can help with their personal financial decisions. The www.mymoney.gov website creates an online point of access to financial information from the 21 federal agencies, departments, and bureaus — including Social Security — that comprise the Financial Literacy and Education Commission. Visitors to the site can find information about how to plan, financially, for a host of life events, such as the birth or adoption of a child, home ownership or retirement. Users also can find information targeted to their personal or professional situation. For instance, the site offers — those types of things. If you are considering this at all, I would strongly recommend that you charge the staff with attempting to develop some type of policy that would accommodate virtually anyone who asked for the same type of consideration. I’m not sure what that policy would look like, but you need to take some to think about that and develop that very carefully. I’m not really sure how we can accommodate individual issues such as this.” He also noted that currently the two-hour restriction for regular parking spaces also applies to the handicapped spaces available downtown. “I asked her if she would like the handicapped spaces, just for a longer time, and she said she didn’t think that would work because then the other merchants wouldn’t want her to ‘clog up,’ if you will, spaces used for other merchants who have handicapped patrons who come and go,” said Mansfield. “I am concerned about it simply because one person versus the rest of Barry County,” said Bowers. “From what I have read in the letter — and this is me speaking, if it was me — rather than wait to have her limitation taken care of, I would do it and get it done so I wouldn’t have to ask for this. “However, I don’t agree with pursuing this because it opens up too many doors, in my thoughts, that other people will either complain about it, or start coming to us with other similar needs ... I don’t see this as something we want to address as one person versus the rest of the county. I would move that we turn it down.” McNabb-Stange who seconded Bowers’ motion, said that she understood that Mansfield had worked with DeBoer on, “many, many different considerations that could be done,” adding, “I don’t know that we want to start making exceptions to the parking and taking up all of the parking in front of the businesses. Do we dedicate a space that is just hers and then nobody else can park in it when she is not there?” “I think occasionally things do come along and we need to make an adjustment and this may be one of those situations,” said Tubbs. “You can’t do it for everybody, and it’s understood that you do it on a per-person basis ... they would need to apply on a perperson basis.” “Do we know that it is something she can’t have done right now?” asked Bowers. “She has approached us and I think we could make an exception,” said Tubbs. “I think it would be worthwhile to look and resources for teachers, military service members, women, parents, teens and employers. The site also provides money-management tools including a financial savings calculator, worksheets for establishing a household budget and a college preparation checklist. The site is available in Spanish. The effort to make the website as helpful and useful to Americans will be ongoing, with improvements expected to continue. In addition to being a member of the commission responsible for this site, Social Security offers other ways to help with finances, including online Retirement Estimator to get a personalized, instant estimate of future retirement benefits in different situations. The estimator is available at www.socialsecurity.gov/estimator. Vonda VanTil is the public affairs specialist for West Michigan. You can write her c/o Social Security Administration, 50 College SE, Grand Rapids MI 49503 or via e-mail at vonda.vantil@ssa.gov Robert Byington (fourth from left) and his wife, Marty (third from left), are joined by family members (from left) Rex Byington, Betty Byington, Dorothy Boone, Ernie Boone, Sarah Konynenbelt and Stu Konynenbelt in celebration of Robert’s receipt of the Red Rose Award. Teegardin went on to explain that Byington graduated in 1973 with a bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University, where he majored in English. He later graduated from the Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 1977 and began practicing law that same year, added Teegardin. Fred Jacobs spoke about the various organizations Byington has been associated with throughout the years, saying, “After Bob came to Hastings, it didn’t take long for him to become involved in the community.” According to Jacobs, Byington has been involved with various organizations, including the American Red Cross, Barry County Bar Association, Barry County Community Mental Health Authority, the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks of the USA, Court-Appointed Special Advocates, Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce, Hastings Car Club, the Juvenile Law Section Council of the State Bar of Michigan and Legal Services of South Central Michigan. Byington also has been extensively involved in the bar association’s Liberty Bell After receiving the Red Rose Award, Robert Byington (right) says a few words, while Brad Johnson, president of the Hastings Rotary Club, looks on. Award Committee. “Coming from his legal profession, Bob’s experience and knowledge has been invaluable to all community organizations that he’s been willing to serve,” Jacobs said. Carl Schoessel, chairman of the Red Rose Citation Committee, said Byington has been a member of the Rotary Club for more than 30 years, serving as president of the organization in 2006 and 2007. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 1, 2010 — Page 3 Neighbors work together to save a life Celebrating the arrival of a new police car in Freeport are (from left to right) Village President Tiffany Sheely and daughter Paige, Sheriff Dar Leaf, Freeport Police Chief Mark Sheldon, Tim Voshell, owner of Nothin’ But Truck, Jerry Ballard, owner of Hastings Pro Auto, and Freeport Fire Chief Jim Yarger. Freeport has new police car People traveling through the village of Freeport may notice a new police vehicle on patrol. The new police car was made possible through support by local citizens. “Sometimes when a small community gets an idea in its head that something can be accomplished, great people come together to make it happen,” said Freeport Council member Lani Forbes. Village Police Chief Mark Sheldon first contacted Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf about a vehicle the county was removing from its fleet. Sheriff Leaf presented the idea to give the vehicle to the Village of Freeport for its mutual aid response. The board of commissioners agreed with the plan. Tim Voshell of Nothin’ But Truck designed and donated the new graphics for the vehicle. Freeport Fire Chief Jim Yarger donated a weekend to switch over the lightbar electronics. To top it all off, Jerry Ballard of Hastings Pro Auto donated a thorough fluid change and vehicle inspection. “The Village of Freeport is very thankful to all of those that contributed to this project,” said Tiffany Sheely, Village Council President. “With our limited police budget, we would not have been able to replace our other vehicle for a long time.” The Freeport Police Department consists of Chief Mark Sheldon and Officer Tom Steensma providing part-time community policing throughout the village. Former Tigers pitcher to make local appearance; sports equipment donations sought for YMCA Bob’s Gun & Tackle Shop in Hastings has a special day planned for the public on Saturday, July 31. Dave Rozema, former pitcher for the Detroit Tigers, will make an appearance at Bob's Gun & Tackle where he will sign free autographs from noon until 2 p.m. and hold a Youth Pitchers’ Clinic from approximately 2 to 2:30 p.m. that day. A limited number of pictures will be available for signing. Activities are free of charge to the general public, said Steve Hayes, of Bob’s Gun & Tackle. In addition, Bob’s Gun & Tackle will be accepting donations of new or used sports equipment from now through July 31 to benefit the Barry County YMCA. Hayes is hopeful that a lot of equipment can be collected with the public’s help. Rozema, a native of Grand Rapids, started with the Detroit minor leagues in 1975-76 and had a record of 27-9. He made the big league team in 1977 and played eight years with the Detroit Tigers. In 1977, Rozema was named Rookie of the Year, and Rookie Pitcher of the Year. Being part of the World Champion Team in 1984 was “awesome,” he said. As a free agent in 1985, Rozema played for Texas in 1985 and stayed there two years. He retired from baseball in 1988 and sold medical products for 15 years. Currently, he This is what is left of a home on Russell Street in Middleville after a June 20 fire. by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern House fires claim victims every year and can be started in numerous ways. They are a potential threat that every homeowner must face and hopes to never have to overcome. Local residents of Middleville came together June 20 to help a neighbor from rushing back into a burning building to save her dog, and they may have saved the neighbor’s life by doing so. Marc Veen was washing his dune buggy when he smelled smoke. He then looked down Russell Street and saw smoke pouring out of a neighbor’s house, dropped what he was doing and ran to the house. “By the time I got down there,” said Veen, “another neighbor was already there. When I walked past, I saw the lady trying to kick in her front door so she could get to her dog, so the other neighbor and I pulled her away from the door. When we got her half way across the yard, she collapsed. We picked her up and another neighbor brought her a chair and we all set her in it. Then, the house started to go Dave Rozema is involved in sales for three companies: HBC Contracting, Complete Infusion Services and Caniff Electric Supply. Rozema and his wife of 25 years, Sandy, have three children. Nashville to host next business after hours event Mulberry Fore Golf Course at 955 N. Main Street (North M-66) in Nashville will welcome the Barry County Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event Thursday, July 8, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. “Come out for some summertime fun, golf, food and networking with fellow Chamber members, guests and the Nashville business community,” said Andre Wiegand of the Chamber. In addition Mulberry Fore invites Chamber members to golf with a cart for only $1 per hole before the event begins. For nonChamber members the cost is $10. Anyone wanting to take advantage of this opportunity to see the Mulberry Fore course up close should call for tee times between noon and 3 p.m. To attend this Business After Hours event RSVP to andre@barrychamber.com or call 269-945-2454 by July 6. Weigand encouraged members of the Chamber to see the great things new owners Marcia and Norman Kinney are doing at golf course, which is a full 18-hole course with pro shop, bar and grille. For more information about the course, look online or call 517-852-0760. MDOT to suspend majority of road work for Fourth of July weekend The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is removing more than 65 percent of lane restrictions on state routes this weekend to accommodate Fourth of July holiday traffic. Beginning at 3 p.m. Friday, July 2, and continuing until 6 a.m. Tuesday, July 6, 116 out of 176 projects statewide will be free of lane restrictions. “We want to remind motorists the newly passed legislation prohibiting texting while driving goes into effect on July 1,” said State Transportation Director Kirk T. Steudle. “The safety of motorists and pedestrians relies on drivers focusing on the road instead of on their cell phones. This is especially true in construction work zones.” To help make this holiday weekend a safe and enjoyable one, motorists are advised to minimize distractions while driving, obey the posted speed limits, and pay close attention to road signs and orange barrels as they navigate construction zones. As always, before planning a route, MDOT advises motorists to check the Mi Drive Web site at www.michigan.gov/drive. Click the “MDOT Halts Most Work for Holiday” notice for holiday travel information. For more information, contact Nick Schirripa, southwest region communications representative, at 269-337-3927. 77547412 up pretty fast.” The woman whose house burned down could not be contacted and her name was not released, but according to neighbors, she had two dogs outside that she had let out, and one inside that she was desperate to get to. She would have rushed back inside to rescue the dog had the neighbors not stopped her. “She told us that the other dog liked to run under the couch when it was scared, but when I looked at the house there was no way that anyone could go in.” She even attempted to put the fire out herself with a hose in order to save the house and the dogs. Unfortunately, the dog that was inside the house did not survive the fire, but the two that were already outside were taken by a neighbor to be kept safe. “All the neighbors were outside helping her, and the people across the street offered her their mobile home to live in and sleep in for awhile, as long as she had to,” said Veen. “It was really something that the whole neighborhood came out to help.” “No one in this neighborhood really knows each other too well, which is why it was so amazing that everyone came together to help someone they barely knew, and really kind of put themselves in danger. It wasn’t even a wait and see what happens sort of a thing, everyone just knew that they had to go help this lady who they barely knew. Everyone waves and says ‘hi’, around here, but that’s about it,” said Veen. “So even though it was a really sad circumstance, it was still an uplifting sort of thing because it was nice to see everyone just kind of join forces for this.” The fire started on the front porch and the homeowner told Veen that she suspected the cause of the blaze was lightning. The house was completely collapsed in the middle after the fire was extinguished. “The house was really old, and it’s really sad that it burned because the house was kind of like an icon to the community, just a cottage on the corner. It was like a personal tragedy,” said Veen. “But it was just a house. We’re all just really glad that she came out of it unharmed.” �Page 4 — Thursday, July 1, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Fabiano is one of three good choices To the editor: Recently, I had the opportunity for a oneon-one conversation with Steve Fabiano during a public meeting at a Hastings restaurant. Who is Steve Fabiano? Steve Fabiano is running for State of Michigan representative, District 87, which consists of Barry County and a large portion of Ionia County. Since I am already acquainted with two other local candidates for this office, I was interested in learning more about Fabiano. As voters we don’t always have personal knowledge of those who represent us at a city, county or state level. To me, a person’s political party affiliation is not as important as whether the person is intelligent, a clearminded logical thinker, a good listener, caring and diplomatic. I found Steve Fabiano to be all these things and more. He has some excellent ideas for improving the business climate of Michigan, and most importantly, he understands the value of using money and resources effectively and responsibly. On Aug. 3, we will choose one of three candidates — Michael Bremer, Michael Callton or Steve Fabiano to be on the ballot for state representative. Trust me, not one of these men is going after the office out of greed or a sense of power. Each one is truly interested in helping serve our best interests here in beautiful Barry and Ionia counties, as well as promoting the future prosperity of our state. Julie E. Moore, Hastings Bigger not always better To the editor: I get it now. Why did it take me so long to understand this stimulus thing? What was my thinking? Dumb things like reducing expenditures by reducing the size of departments at the federal, local, and state levels are not the way. Why attempt to bring expenditures in line with revenues when you can create even more mass. Expansion, that is so much easier. We have been doing it this way for so long, it is second nature to us now. Now, mind you, the private arena has been going the other way for the past few years. Reducing, combining and eliminating wherever possible. What were they thinking by attempting to bring their expenses in line with income? What a foolish idea. More has always been better, right? How else could America have reached such dominance in the world? Everything we do as Americans has been bigger and better, or so we believe. Bail out the savings and loan industry. No problem. Bail out the financial industry. No problem. Bail out the auto companies. No problem. Bail out the banking industry and hand all the little banks to the big ones on a silver platter, and to top that off, help cover their losses. No problem. Now let’s not forget about all those lifelines, like extended, extended, extended unemployment benefits and other social benefits that our government believes we cannot do with out. Don’t get me wrong. Some or all of us at one time or another might need help. But where are the restraints? Are there not limits to everything. When is enough enough? Apparently not yet from, the look of things. Just wondering if job creation just might be the key here. It seems that everything to date has been about attempting short-term fixes. Let’s face it, the only areas where real, meaningful jobs will be created are in the private sector. Now we all know that we certainly do not need more government in our lives. What have they created lately that works? So that leaves the private sector to create those jobs that will bring us out of this recession — real, productive jobs that create things of value that the marketplace wants to purchase at a fair price. See, our current thinking is all wrong. Department and cabinet heads in the federal, state and local governments think they need to expand their ranks, provide more and more benefits and services to more and more people. Their thinking is that the more minions you have under you, the higher the salary and benefits you can demand, thereby generating those golden retirements that taxpayers will never be able to afford in future years. So what do we do? Continue on this path that will lead us to destruction for sure? Or do we do the logical thing — for our government to start to open up lending to viable small businesses that will in turn create real jobs with fair wages and produce good products at fair prices that the market place will want and need? If anyone who is waiting for the government to lead us out of this recession, good luck. Government leaders create nothing of real value. They cannot manage efficiently what they have already created. So what are the chances that any additional expansion of government at any level might be beneficial in any way? Not much. More highways that we cannot keep in repair are not the answer. Job retraining programs for jobs that will not exist in the future won’t get us there, either. Let’s face it. We need to learn how to do more with less. Yes you and I and our governments too. The pie is getting smaller. There won’t be more to go around. That is the real world. Well, hopefully, the political leadership that is in charge in this country will get the message that bigger is not always better. And in this case, it is definitely true. So leaders when you see empty store fronts, empty repossessed houses, semivacant strip malls, and going-out-of-business signs, think what can you do as a governing body to aid and assist those individuals and businesses that are struggling to make it. What barriers can you remove to make it easier for them to survive and possibly flourish in the future? Don’t add additional obstacles that will hinder the success of our recovery. Is this too much to ask? De-regulate; don’t regulate. Remove any and all obstacles that hinder the bottom line. Be an asset not a hindrance to help bring our country out of this troubling period. Is that too much to ask? I don’t think so. Do you? Robert C. Taylor, Hastings Government should be a problem-solver not the problem For government to work, it must become a problem-solver — not part of the problem. As we get closer to the Aug. 3 primary election, concentrating over the list of seven possible gubernatorial candidates, I don’t think any of the candidates are up to the job. Better yet, let’s hire a turn-around expert to get us back on track again, and put off the election until 2012. None of these candidates has the answer to Michigan’s dilemma. They all talk a good line but appear to be looking for ways to blame someone for the problems we face rather than laying out a plan to fix the state’s problems. In a recent Michigan State University poll, President Obama scored the lowest job-approval marks since becoming president, with only 36.9 percent of the state’s residents rating his performance as “good” or “excellent.” Gov. Jennifer Granholm’s positive ratings were even lower, at 20.8 percent, her worst since 2007. And trust in government overall was at an all-time low. Yet, the survey reported that “confidence in the long-suffering economy continued to edge up, with 47.6 percent of Michigan residents rating their financial situation as “good” or “excellent.” That’s a marked improvement from the past several surveys and the highest rating since fall 2007, when it was 51.5 percent. Last week Neil Cavoto of Fox News interviewed New Jersey’s newly elected Gov. Chris Christie about his state’s economic problems. Christie talked about New Jersey’s $29.4 billion budget with a reported $11 billion deficit, the largest per capita deficit in the nation. When asked what he planned to do about it, he said, “Were not going to raise taxes — the people of this state want governments at all levels to live within their budgets by cutting the size and scope of government while becoming more competitive. New Jersey taxpayers won’t stand for any new tax increases.” He said the state has increased taxes 115 times in eight years, yet its budget deficit continues to balloon out of control. Christie’s formula for turning around New Jersey’s economic dilemma should be the one our next governor adopts for Michigan. According to the new governor, if New Jersey is going to be a player in the coming years, then it cannot contribute to the things that make it an undesirable place for business and industry to prosper. State leaders must be vigilant in cutting taxes, keeping the size of government under control, analyzing business rules and regulations while looking for ways to welcome business to their state. The only way New Jersey will see gains as part of a recovery is to get the private sector investing again. As Christie says, “We need to show them we get it.” Another governor — and Christie’s mentor — turned president, Ronald Reagan said on Jan. 20, 1981, “So there will be no misunderstanding, it’s not my intention to do away with government. It is rather to make it work — work with us, not over us.” He went on to offer some hope for the future. “It is time for us to realize that we are too great a nation to limit ourselves to small dreams. We’re not, as some would have us believe, doomed to an inevitable decline.” Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics MDOT urges compliance with sign-placement rules As campaign signs again begin appearing along state highways, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is reminding political candidates and property owners that political signs must conform to state regulations for placement. “The closer we get to elections, the more illegally placed political signs we see along our state highways,” said State Transportation Director Kirk T. Steudle. “Our primary concern is the safety of the motoring public, and we want to make sure these signs do not become safety hazards by impeding anyone’s vision. The larger the signs, the greater the potential risk.” Signs must be placed more than 30 feet Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. This is strong message that would resonate with Michigan residents today. We just need the right person with leadership skills and the influence required to convince us that they know where they’re going. At all levels of government, whether the topic is banking, oil spills, housing, the economy, regulations, mismanagement or any other issue, it is easy for leaders to blame former officials for problems left them. But rather than play a blame game and pointing out failures of predecessors or political opponents, elected officials need to give their undivided attention to focusing on solutions. All leaders need to adopt the mantra that “the buck stops here.” I don’t advocate any more than Reagan did nearly 30 years ago in doing away with government. As he said, “We need to make it work for all of us.” If Michigan is going to get its economic engines humming again, then it will take leadership like New Jersey has in Chris Christie. He knows the only way to get his state turned around is to slow down government’s growth while looking for ways to attract business expansion to his state, putting people back to work and letting them feel good about themselves. The passion Christie shows for his state and its potential is what Michigan needs now more than ever. As I look over the list of potential candidates vying for our vote, I don’t see anyone with the level of passion and a prescription to put our state on the path to recovery. In my estimation, our next governor will be the most important governor in our state’s history. Michigan has the potential to lead again — in months rather than years — but it will only happen if we can find the right person with a strong personality and the passion, determination and enthusiasm to make it happen, in spite of what’s transpired over the past several years. We can look back to what could have been, or we can look forward to what can be. Reagan came into office with an inflation rate of over 13 percent that was reduced to fewer than 5 percent before he left office. His policy of “Reaganomics” to stimulate the economy with tax cuts, decreased domestic spending, increased military spending and higher interest rates to better control monetary growth put the economy on the road to recovery, and before he left office, more people were employed than ever before. Whether you agree with me or not that Reagan was an effective president is not the point. It was his passion and determination that changed the economic conditions at the time. In my opinion, it’s possible for Michigan to realize improvement in our economic picture in less than 24 months, half the first term of our next governor – but it will only be possible with drastic changes in the way our state operates when it comes to business and industry. The MSU survey concluded that, “Michigan’s residents are increasingly optimistic about their economy while at the same time seem to be losing faith in their political leadership.” What we need now is a turn-around expert, not another politician. from the edge of the roadway (or from the white line along the edge) on highways without barrier-type curbs. On highways with barrier curbs, the signs must be more than three feet from the back of the curb. Signs are not allowed within clear-vision areas at intersections or commercial driveways or within limited-access rights of way. Any signs with either steel or wooden posts that do not meet MDOT safety standards are not allowed in the right of way. Candidates are responsible for obtaining approval from adjacent property owners before placing signs. Signs must be removed within 10 days after the election. Campaign signs that do not meet these cri- What marks the start of summer? Although the summer solstice occurs around June 21, people tend to think that summer starts with a holiday. Which do you think is the better start to the summer season, Memorial Day or the Fourth of July? teria will be removed. Candidates can pick up any removed signs at local MDOT offices and maintenance garages. Signs not claimed within seven days of their removal will be discarded. Steudle added, “It’s not just campaign signs that can pose a potential safety risk. Real estate companies and other sign users need to make sure they have proper sign placement and sign type along MDOT’s right of way as well.” For more information on campaign sign placement standards, visit the MDOT Web site at www.michigan.gov/mdot/0,1607,7151-42456-147773--F,00.html. The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Dave Carr, Hastings: Memorial Day, because the summer can’t start soon enough. Siera Baker, The Fourth of July, because there’s really cool fireworks. Steve Youngs, Hastings: Memorial day, because by the time the Fourth of July comes around the summer’s half over. Edward Weatherhead, Wayland: “Memorial Day.” Kati Kauffman, Clarksville: “I’d say, Fourth of July.” Lorene Dreisbach, Hastings: “I like Memorial Day for the start of the summer season.” Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 1, 2010 — Page 5 Central recycling is needed, so are answers Wait for next election to change board To the editor: Did you know that recall petitions do not have to be truthful? They do, however, have to be understandable. A group of people, unhappy with the 2008 election results for Prairieville Township officers, took it upon themselves to circulate petitions requesting a recall election. These petitions contained some truths, but also some stretches of the truth. I’m not happy with the results of many elections, but I don’t go to the effort and expense of generating recall petitions. I exercise my right to vote as I see fit in the next election. Don’t like the way the township is being run? Go to the meetings and voice your concerns. And vote “No” to the recall of our hard-working officers. Diane Grundy, Hickory Corners Callton is her choice for state rep. To the editor: I have known Dr. Mike Callton for several years, as a professional, as county commissioner and a friend. What impresses me the most are his leadership skills — whether chairing the county commission, serving on the school boards, or brainstorming issues in small groups, the very best of each participant’s efforts emerge under his guidance. Recognizing the importance of education, Callton served for years on the Maple Valley School Board and serves on the Eaton Intermediate School District Board. He knows that skilled, hard-working employees with continuing education opportunities is the key to job growth and employment retention. That is the reason he has worked so hard on these boards. Believing in leading by example: Mike became a citizen planner, regularly participates in the education programs offered to county commissioners and continuing education presented by his profession. Mike was the recipient of MSU’s prestigious scholarship for its 10-month-long political leadership program where current and future public policy is studied and social research deliberated. This rigorous bi-partisan education opportunity is for seasoned elected and appointed officials and where Michigan’s future leaders hone their skills. As a small-business owner, Dr. Callton knows what it takes to “make payroll” and manage an entrepreneurial activity. He has created jobs and knows how it is done. The continuance of his practice after election as our state representative will carry on Michigan’s tradition of citizen legislators. I have attended almost every county commission meeting over the past five years. Consider the financial strength of Barry County. Chairman Callton and the commissioners have managed your tax dollars with prudence and thrift. Under his leadership, our county has continued to provide its citizens with core services and a magnificent quality of life. Taxes have not been raised, no county employees have been laid off, services have not been cut, the fund equity balance remains strong, and our credit rating is one of the best in the state – all of this happened during the longest financial recession most of us can remember. I live on a 100-plus acre farm that has been in my family for seven generations. Mike has talked with the family that work my land. He understands our problems and the challenges farmers face. Mike knows the importance of agriculture to Michigan’s economy. As our representative, he’ll carry that message to Lansing. Mike Callton has the experience and skills to strongly represent us in Lansing and has my support. I encourage you to support him as well. Shirley Barnum, Hastings Dumbing-down of education is wrong answer To the editor: Many concepts are kicked around about what can be done to improve our schools. The majority of them deal with MEAP testing, funding, teacher quality or, as in recent weeks, teacher retirement savings. Seldom discussed are attitudes of those involved in the educational process, be it teachers, administrators, students or parents. These attitudes are what impacts school behaviors and performance, not the above list. Many teachers, administrators and board members view that the purpose of education at any level is to prepare children for more education. This relieves them of the responsibility to connect what is being done inside the school to real-life situations of practical living. Improving the caliber of the individual is undermined in a process that stresses group learning methods and thus makes learning knowledge for self benefit not important. Children learn early in school that the best way to be successful is to respond to the teacher with the answer the teacher wants. The process of how they arrived at the answer is secondary and happens most times in isolation to the real world out there. With most instruction time spent on the ‘MEAP quest,’ children are missing an education in the classical sense of previous generations. Knowledge and skills not tested are basically ignored and piled away. Now that the national government is attempting to link teacher tenure to classroom test scores, this is going to be even more pronounced. Teachers will adopt a self-preservation mentality and teach to the test and nothing but the test and again fail this generation of students to a well-rounded education. Cursive handwriting being ignored is just one example of a test-driven curriculum taking control at the expense of what students really need. Peer pressure and values, especially in the upper grades on through high school, affect the learning process to an extreme. Copy, cut and paste, dumb down and cheat are accepted by students as the way to get a good grade. Unfortunately, the ‘low road’ is often the one most traveled in the world of inflated grading and finding the lowest common denominator for presentation of subject mater. Finally children today are too sheltered from the real world. Parenting has become ‘friending.’ It is shielding and not teaching the child that life in the real world has its ups and down. This concept has percolated inside the school where many teachers are reluctant to paint a real report of a child for fear of rocking the boat and from not having administrators support their judgments. Schools have become basically a place where the teachers are the only ones who can have blame and responsibility placed on them for what does or doesn’t happen. Imagine your boss accepting slip-shod or incomplete work from you. Would you be paid for doing half or your job? How long would you be employed? Would you be taken aside and coddled? I doubt it, so why should children get a false sense of what is expected of a well-trained citizen? Over the next days there will be talk about taxing more money to support schools. The drums have already started to beat, and the chant is coming for a millage vote during the August primary. Money never has or will be the solution to what it takes for children to be properly educated. I point to the U.S. Air Force’s experiment with $500 toilet seats a few years ago. Does the cost of the toilet seat improve the performance of the user? I don’t think so. Again, the local school board and administration are preaching that money is the solution. Wise up, folks. No amount of money is going to solve self-inflicted problems caused by dubious-thinking leaders who have failed the public trust over the past few years. I suggest another election cycle go by before anyone considers spending any more of their hard-earned income. Perhaps with another election, a firm majority of board members will consider bringing in a new administration and return to old-fashioned learning and teaching methods. Give children tougher lessons that are anchored in real-world situations, presented by supported teachers using a firm guiding hand and backed by administrators with backbones and you will have a great school program at reasonable cost. Larry Gibson, Charlotte it does not decompose in our land fills. Exactly what plastic products can we recycle? I understand Walmart recycles plastic bags. Are these just shopping bags or will they take all plastic bags? Why can’t our Waste Management system provide this service? Styrofoam is being recycled in some areas of our state. Can’t we do it here? What glass products can we recycle? Colored? Clear only? Do we just recycle newspapers? Catalogs? Office paper? “Shiny” paper? Couldn’t we have a “community” compost pile? Some communities create these by composting the yard and tree wastes and then allowing their citizens to come and get the decomposed compost for their yards and gardens in the spring. And how do we recycle our technology equipment? What percent of Barry County’s refuge gets recycled? Canada is bringing its trash to our state which none of us understands or likes, but in Toronto the goal is for citizens to recycle 75 percent of their refuge. It is amazing what gets recycled – food scraps and disposable diapers for example. Recycling is not an option for them. All households are required to do it. The fees are part of their property taxes. We can do better. We can recycle more items. We can provide a central location for all kinds of recyclables that is available to all citizens with more flexible hours. And we can do a better job keeping this information out there for all of our citizens. Jola Royer, Hastings Prairieville Township recall is needed To the editor: The chairman of the group, Citizens for Common Sense put an article in the Kalamazoo Gazette June 24. He states we lost another Trustee, Bill Miller because of distortions, ambiguities and character assassinations directed at him and other township officials. Bill’s letter of resignation states he was resigning for health reasons. I believe Bill was surprised that the recall group gathered the signatures necessary for a recall vote. The chairman states that if the people who signed the petitions for recall knew Bill they probably wouldn't sign. Being a nice guy doesn’t necessarily mean that one should sit as a trustee on the township board. Bill was appointed by the supervisor to fill in for Mike Herzog who resigned, Herzog’s work and other obligations prevented his attending meetings. Sharon Ritchie resigned because she couldn’t participate in discussions concerning township matters, according to her letter of resignation. The clerk and supervisor appear to run roughshod over all public meetings. The chairman of the group speaks of confidentiality concerning signatures on the recall petitions. The recall group was told at the county clerk’s office that the recall petitions need not be subject to scrutiny. The petitions were confidential until turned in to the county clerk’s office. They then became public information and were immediately picked up by the township supervisor who took them back to the township clerk. The clerk made copies and promptly distributed them to various township entities. Many residents were reluctant to sign petitions for fear of retribution by the township board. Apparently, someone on the board, or affiliated with them, contacted one or more of the petition signatories and questioned them as to why the ysigned the recall petition. Using the petitions to identify petition signers and ask them why they signed, in my opinion, constitutes harassment by our township officials – the very thing that the good, caring citizens of Prairieville feared. Harassment by public officials is illegal and carries stiff penalties. The members and supporters of the Prairieville Recall Committee have ample evidence for the prosecutor to take these people to civil court. Although he chose not to prosecute, he did put them on notice: any more vio- lations they would be prosecuted. The recall committee has dealt with facts from day 1; those facts have been gathered through Freedom of Information Act requests, public documents and other valid sources of information. Where have the supervisor and clerk been of late? They certainly are not in the township hall very much. Are they out campaigning during the day on our dime? The Prairieville Recall Committee has had political signs apparently stolen. Barry County Road Commission’s Brad Lamberg told us they usually don’t take in signs from rural roads, and, if they did it wouldn’t be at night. The exception would be a big sign that was obstructing traffic vision or a road hazard. The sheriff’s deputy who took the complaint said that the theft of such signs is a felony and would be prosecuted. Members of the committee are disapointed in the actions of the individuals who would stoop to this kind of behavior. Sharon Ford, Treasurer, Prairieville Recall Committee Heacock will bring credit, distinction to state To the editor: With gratitude and respect, I read of Congressman Ehlers’ endorsement of Steve Heacock for Congress. It is a significant and important honor indeed to be endorsed by a deeply respected and admired public servant who has represented our Congressional district with distinction for 16-plus years, a district that is very close to my heart. Our district has a long and strong tradition of sending unusually gifted, bright, effective and wise leaders to Congress. In “President Ford’s seat” we have always had someone who has been taken seriously and respected, not only in our district and in our state, but by keen observers of Congress as well. We have needed exceptional leaders for an exceptional district and we have been blessed to have them. To continue this tradition, there could not be a more worthy successor than Steve Heacock. He has been a leader in the very areas cited in the May issue of Fortune magazine as a “Michigan Success Story.” He is seasoned and Best candidate will learn questions, then find answers To the editor: As the August primary draws upon us, I feel compelled to write a letter of support for the man I feel is most qualified to be the next state representative for the 87th district, Mike Callton. His qualifications as school board member, village council, board of commissioners, etc. is impressive in its own right. But that is not what is most important. In every level of government, we have examples of people who run for, or are in office, who feel they have all the right answers to the problems we face when, in fact, they don’t know the right questions. They don’t know the right questions because they don’t take the time to ask. They’ve got all the answers, so why waste time asking questions? I’ve had numerous discussions with Mike on a variety of issues. We do not agree on everything. I’m okay with that. But at least he asked what I think, why I think it, and other ways, perhaps, to deal with a particular problem. I like that. I like that he listens to other people’s thoughts, ideas and suggestions. We will not fix the mess our state is in with the ideas of one person. The problems are too big and complex. What we need are people who have core values, those are unchanging, with enough common sense to listen to many ideas, gleaning the good points of all, to form a policy from which to govern. This is how representative government works. You cannot represent people if you don’t know what they think. And you will never know what they think unless you have the courage to ask. Mike is willing to ask then listen then act. I hope you will support Mike now, and even more, after he is elected. Greg Stambaugh, Nashville Color copies, 1-hour digital and 35 mm photo processing, business cards, and all your printing needs. PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings • Located in the grey barn just north of the city limits strong, someone able to comprehend and tackle the complexities of issues facing our country, someone of conscience, conviction and character. Steve Heacock will bring great credit and distinction both to our community and to our state. I am proud to support him to be our next representative in Congress. Karen Henry Stokes, Grand Rapids In observance of the holiday our office will be 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-9554 Closed Monday, July 5th 77547376 IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV To the editor: Thank you to our county commissioners who are striving to promote recycling in our county and trying to find a way for all citizens to do it. As a resident who lives in the country, this issue has long been a frustration for me. In today’s world, with our understanding of how limited the earth’s resources are and more and more people clamoring for them, we must find a way to reduce, reuse and recycle. Recycling is extra work. And it requires mindfulness. I do have some questions and concerns that I would like to be part of the public conversation. Does our Waste Management provider lose money when we recycle? What items are actually recyclable? Plastic, which is made with our precious petroleum, is a huge problem since nearly everything we purchase is enclosed in it, and Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers • Lakewood News • Maple Valley News • Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News • Reminder • Hastings Banner Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! 1351 N. M-43 Highway • P.O. Box 188 Hastings, MI 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 • Fax (269) 945-5192 �Page 6 — Thursday, July 1, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa It’s Lake Odessa Fair time, with rides, show, cotton candy, 4-H exhibits, horse shows, volleyball tournament, dust and demolition derby, carnival rowdies, along with parking woes, iffy weather, elderberry bushes in blossom, hydrangea with showy blooms, Joe Pye weed showing its pink flowers, chipmunks, growing crops and road construction. Monday evening will bring a “once-in-alifetime” event at the Freight House Museum, with a dedication of the Prisoner of War exhibit. One of the most unusual items is a wooden mailbox used by the prisoners who were allowed to write one letter per week back to family in Germany. Somehow this homemade box was kept in safety until it was given to the museum recently. Members of the family of one German soldier confined to the prison camp in Lake Odessa on the grounds of the Lake Odessa Canning Company will be Worship Together… 77547108 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Sixth Sunday after Pentecost - July 4 - One service at 8:00 & 10:00. No Sunday School June/August; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover grace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday 6:30 p.m. Softball Game; 7 p.m. Praise Team. Friday - 9 a.m. Golfer’s Group. Monday - 6:30 p.m. Softball Game. Wednesday 12:00 p.m. Newsletter Deadline. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Pierce Cedar Creek Institute offers free ‘No Family Left Indoors’ series On Wednesday, Pierce Cedar Creek Institute hosted the first in a series of free guided hikes. Titled “No Family Left Indoors,” the series is intended to offer participants the opportunity to explore nature, engage in family-friendly activities and learn about various topics. “We realize that household budgets are tight right now, and we don’t want that to keep families from participating,” said Michelle Skedgell, executive director of the institute. “I think these hikes are going to be a great option for families this summer and hope that it will inspire families to get outdoors and explore their surroundings, whether it is at the institute or in their own backyards.” The hikes will continue to be offered at the institute every Wednesday through Aug. 11. Each hike, which will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m., will offer education on different topics, and the focus of each hike is detailed at the institute’s website, www.cedarcreekinstitute.org. While the hikes are free, anyone interested in participating is asked to register by calling the institute at 269-721-4190. Participants also are encouraged to bring picnic dinners to enjoy prior to the hikes. Pierce Cedar Creek Institute is located at 701 W. Cloverdale Road, Hastings. Give a memorial that can go on forever... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call the Barry Community Foundation at (269) 945-0526. Registration underway for 2010-11 MHSAA officials The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) is now accepting registrations by mail and online for game officials for the 2010-11 school year. Online registrants for the upcoming year will receive a $5 discount off their processing fees. MHSAA registration fees are among the lowest in the nation. A $12 fee is charged for each sport in which an official wishes to register, and the online processing fee is $25. Officials submitting registration forms by mail or on a walk-up basis will incur a $30 processing fee. Officials registered in 200910 will be assessed a late fee of $30 for registration after July 15. The processing fee includes liability insurance coverage of up to $1 million for officials while working contests involving MHSAA schools. There is an officials’ registration test, which is for first-time officials and officials not registered in the past year. The test consists of 45 questions derived from the MHSAA Officials Guidebook, which is available on the Officials page of the MHSAA Website, and may be used during the openbook test. Online registration can be accessed by clicking “Officials” on the Home Page of the MHSAA Website. Forms are also available online which can be printed out and submitted by traditional mail or hand delivery to the MHSAA Office. More information about officials registration may be obtained by contacting the MHSAA at 1661 Ramblewood Drive, East Lansing, MI 48823. Telephone: 517-332-5046. E-Mail: register@mhsaa.com. Area Obituaries Bettie Marie Pecor HOLLAND, MI - Bettie Marie (Jerow) Pecor, age 88, recently of Holland, but always from her beloved birthplace of Ironwood, in the Upper Peninsula, passed away on Saturday, June 26, 2010. She was not afraid, when faced with the choices of life, to follow her heart and her trust in God. It led her to love, to family, and to a multitude of friends from all walks of life. Loyal to friends, protective and proud of family, and steadfast in her faith in God, she lived a full and fruitful life. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Boniface Jerow; second husband, Charles Pecor; and her granddaughter, Lindsey Davis. She will be remembered by her surviving children, William B. Jerow, Jr. and Pat Jerow of Lowell, Bonnie and Art Davis of Grandville, and Robert Jerow and Joyce Teusink of Holland; grandchildren, Dawn and John Conely, Richard and Jennifer PreFontaine, William B. Jerow III and Carrie Jerow, Courtney and Jim Moskal, Jessica Davis, Reed Jerow and Jon Jerow; and seven great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Millie Pecor, and stepson Charles Jr. and Brenda Pecor. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 1, 2010 at 11 a.m at Hope Church, 77 West 11th Street, Holland, with Pastor Gordon Wiersma officiating. Prior to the service, there will be a visitation period beginning at 10 a.m. in the gathering area of Hope Church. Following a luncheon at Hope Church, internment services will follow at approximately 3 p.m. in Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery on Green Street in Hastings. Memorial contributions may be given to the charity of the donors choice. An online registry is available at www.langelandsterenberg.com. Arrangements made by LangelandSterenberg Funeral Home, 315 East 16th St., Holland. Hulda “Susie” Stanton FORT MYERS, FL - Hulda "Susie" Stanton, of Fort Myers, formerly of Middleville, passed away June 17, 2010, at her home. Hulda was born in Fleissen, Czechoslovakia, on April 27, 1926, the daughter of Richard and Emma (Penzel) Stuebiger. She is survived by her husband, Stanley W. Stanton; a sister-in-law, Regina Stuebiger; brother and sister-in-law, Clyde and Kay Stanton; sister and brother-in-law, Sharon and Dick Morgan; and several nieces and nephews. Susie was preceded in death by her parents and a brother Richard Stuebiger. Susie and Stanley started the S & S Produce Market in 1970, and sold the business in 1986. A graveside service was conducted Tuesday, June 22, 2010, at Yankee Springs Cemetery. Memorial contributions to a charity of ones choice will be appreciated. The family was served by the Beeler Funeral Home in Middleville. Marlene Newton BATTLE CREEK, MI - Marlene Newton, age 59, of Battle Creek, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2010 at Battle Creek Health System. Memorial services will be held Thursday, July 1, 2010 at 1 p.m. at the Bachman Funeral Chapel with Rev. James Carey of Custer Chapel officiating. Memorial tributes may be made to the family. Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, a member by invitation Selected Independent Funeral Homes. (269) 965-5145 www.bachmanhebble.com. Stuart Leo Oliver ALLEGAN, MI - Stuart Leo Oliver, of Allegan, formerly of Hastings, died Saturday, June 19, 2010 at his home. Stuart was born May 9, 1960, in Hastings, the son of Leo and Orra (Newton) Oliver. He had attended Lakewood High School. Stuart drove trucks for many different companies, but his passion was wood working, gardening, and his dogs. Surviving are his partner, Don Vanier of Allegan; his mother, Orra Oliver of Hastings; one brother, Steven Ryder of Hastings; three sisters, Kathy and Robert Smith of Hastings, Kim and Shaun Oliver of FL, and Kaye and C.F. Faunce of Freeport; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Leo; one sister, Karleen Wilson, and two brothers, Stanley and Jim. Cremation has taken place. Private services will be held at a later date. Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net 77528585 102 Cook Hastings present for the evening, coming from the Holland area. Mrs. Helen Richmond is back in town for a week at her home on Fourth Avenue. She has been with a son near Flushing. The alumni weekend went well at the depot complex with many visitors on Saturday and Sunday. New items had been added to the displays along with a collection of items from Clarksville, Sunfield and Woodland schools. Be sure to check out the peach-colored roses blooming in front of the Congregational church. Pastor Mark Jarvie planted them a few years ago. They come forth each year and keep blooming until snow falls. They have even had blooms in early December. They are remarkable. On Friday evening, there was an unusual presentation at the Portland High School auditorium with author Phil Petersen reading portions of his book about Verlin Kruger, canoeist who paddles thousands of miles under extremes of country. He even paddled up the Grand Canyon. HIs first record-breaking venture was to paddle from the Atlantic to the Pacific starting at Montreal and ending in the Bering Sea and then the Pacific. On Saturday morning there was unveiling of a statute at Riverside Park in Portland, a nine-mile canoe trip that by man of his admirers from Musgrove Highway and Erdman Road to the park at Portland, which had been one of Kruger’s stops when he paddled the length of the Grand River on one of his journeys. Several cars at the high school had their Kruger canoes atop. The Brodbeck family met in reunion Sunday at the Brodbeck pond on Barnum Road. Paulette and her brother came from the Detroit area. The funeral for Don McDowell was held Monday forenoon at the Koops Funeral Chapel with Rev. Robert Rowland, a classmate of Don at Lake Odessa High School officiating. A sextet of McDowell singers rendered “In the Garden.” The dozen pallbearers and honorary pallbearers were nephews, grandnephews, and a brother-in-law. Friends of the Library will be having a used book sale on M-50 across the street south from the village park Saturday during Art in the Park. The Lake Odessa Area High School will have its usual table selling membership, books and raffle tickets. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 1, 2010 — Page 7 Trail summit set for July 15 Newborn Babies A nine-county trails summit, which includes Barry County, will be held in Kalamazoo the evening of July 15. The Southwest Michigan Planning Commission (SWMPC), Michigan Department of Transportation, and the Southwest Michigan Alliance for Recreational Trails (SMART) are hosting a regional trail summit that will focus on connections that exist or are being planned for in the nine-county region of southwest Michigan (Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Branch, Cass, Calhoun, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph and Van Buren counties). “We would like to invite the public, trail enthusiasts and local officials to this event for an evening of Connecting Non-Motorized Systems and help as we put the finishing touches on the nine-county non-motorized transportation map for the region,” said Suzann Flowers. The event will be held at the Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds in Room A of the Expo Center, 2900 Lake St. Kalamazoo, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Attendees of the free event will have a voice in the nine-county non-motorized planning and mapping process being funded by MDOT in the southwest region. Participants also will review existing and planned nonmotorized maps for each of the nine counties and the region to ensure connectivity throughout Southwest Michigan. They will learn about the Trail User survey being conducted by Michigan State University and Kalamazoo County Parks. “Let’s work together to create a connected non-motorized transportation system,” said Flowers. For more information about this event, go to www.swmpc.org or contact Flowers at flowerss@swmpc.org or by phone at 269925-1137 ext. 17. Taste of Barry County will be new to fair Barry County Farm Bureau will be sponsoring the Taste of Barry County Reception on Saturday, July 24, from 5 to 7 p.m. The food sampling program, usually held on the final day of the Barry County Fair, has in the past been called the Taste of Michigan featured food from around the state. This year’s reception, is limited to 18 participating exhibitors to have a chance to showcase Barry County food products. Donations to sample the Taste of Barry County will be $3 per person. Net proceeds from the reception will be donated to the youth premium fund. Tickets will be sold during the week of the fair at the Farm Bureau tent or in the community tent before the event begins on July 24. The objective of the Taste of Barry County is to allow organizations to promote and provide samples of the food products they either produce, process or retail to consumers. Sampling will take place at the Community Tent at the Barry County Fair. This is only a tasting, and products can’t be sold during the event. Any local businesses that would like to participate in the Taste of Barry County Reception may get an exhibitor’s registration form and more information by contacting Rachelle Lehman, administrative manager with Barry County Farm Bureau at 269-9453443. Lehman worked with committee members Gloria Pennington, Heather Wing and Suzanne Pufpaff on this project. The deadline to register for the Taste of Barry County is June 28. Khloe Mae Sue, born June 2, 2010 at Spectrum Health, Grand Rapids at 6:01 a.m. Weighing 5 lbs. 5 ozs. and 17.7 inches long. She is born to Shelby Sweeney and Patrick McGuire of Hastings. ***** Chevelle Marie, born at Pennock Hospital on June 10, 2010 at 12:34 p.m. to Brittney Watson of Portland. Weighing 7 lbs. 4 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Hunter Earl, born at Pennock Hospital on June 11, 2010 at 12:29 p.m. to Samantha Craven and Kyle Kilbourn of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 7 ozs. and 19.5 inches long. ***** Mackenna Autumn, born at Pennock Hospital on June 16, 2010 at 6:17 p.m. to Nicole Guernsey of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 13 ozs. and 20 1/2 inches long. ***** Landen Daniel, born at Pennock Hospital on June 15, 2010 at 11:52 a.m. to Josh and Stacie Berger of Ionia. Weighing 7 lbs. 1 oz. and 19 1/2 inches long. ***** Zoey Lynn, born at Pennock Hospital on June 10, 2010 at 6:23 a.m. to Jake and Heather Armour of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 6 ozs. and 20 1/2 inches long. ***** Braxton Wayne, born at Pennock Hospital on June 8, 2010 at 2:27 a.m. to Nicole ChaseMartz and Randy Quantrell of Bellevue. Weighing 7 lbs. 8 ozs. and 18 inches long. ***** Gabriella Lynne, born at Pennock Hospital on June 7, 2010 at 12:29 p.m. to Andrew and Amber Thompson of Freeport. Weighing 10 lbs. 7 ozs. and 21 inches long. ***** Payton Elijah, born at Pennock Hospital on June 3, 2010 at 5:15 p.m. to Deanna and Tobin Haines of Hastings. Weighing 9 lbs. 4 ozs. and 22 inches long. ***** Mylie Marie, born at Pennock Hospital on June 5, 2010 at 4:21 p.m. to Josh and Kallie Carter of Lake Odessa. Weighing 7 lbs. 8.5 Hastings City Bank Noviskeys honored for decades devoted to flying association Johnston-Young Lindsay Anne Johnston, of Allendale, and Travis Edward Young, of Hastings, are engaged and plan to marry July 31, 2010. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Allan and Wendy Johnston, of Allendale. She is a graduate of Allendale High School and Grand Valley State University. She is employed by Ferris State University. The future groom is the son of Tom and Nancy Young, of Middleville. He is a graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School and is employed at T.R.Y. Construction. 77547122 Robert Jay Fales, Delton and Deborah Ann Taylor, Delton. Jeffrey Dale Hunt, Durand and Donna Diane Adkins, Hastings. Kyle Jeffrey Knight, Dowling and Nicole Ann Balcuns, Portage. Dustin Timothy Lancaster, Delton and Sarah Marie Curtis, Delton. Justin Elliott Linsea, Middleville and Andrea Michelle Thornton, Middleville. Roger Dwight Todd, Hastings and Mary Elizabeth Golnek-Deemter, Freeport. Steven Peter Vunovich, Bellevue and Heather Lynn Miller, Ann Arbor. James Edward Watson, Dowling and Paula Renee Chester, Dowling. CLOSED MONDAY, JULY 5th Have a Safe and Happy 4th of July Hastings • Caledonia • Middleville Wayland • Nashville • Bellevue 77547408 Vows of marriage will be spoken July 31 by Kathryn Jean Kooistra and Lucas John Holwerda. The future bride is a graduate of Grand Rapids Christian High School, Grand Rapids Community College and Excel School of Cosmetology. She and her parents, Calvin and Ellen Kooistra, are of Grand Rapids. The future groom, of St. Louis, MO, is a graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School and the University of Michigan. His parents are Jack and Peg Holwerda of Middleville. Marriage Licenses In observance of the 4th of July Holiday, all of our branches will be Norman and Joyce Noviskey, founding members of the Hastings Flying Association, were honored Wednesday, June 23, at a dinner marking their many decades of service to aviation in the Hastings area. The Noviskeys received plaques and cards along with these personalized jackets naming them lifetime members of the association. The association has been in existence — advancing the cause of flying, pilots and aviation safety — for almost 50 years. (Photo by Mark Anderson) Kooistra-Holwerda ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Logan Michael, born at Pennock Hospital on June 12, 2010 at 11:06 a.m. to Amy Gaiski and Michael Washburn of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 8 ozs. and 21 inches long. ***** Bryson K., born at Pennock Hospital on June 6, 2010 at 9:34 a.m. to Stevie and Chase Todd of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 12 ozs. and 20 1/2 inches long. ***** Emma Joy, born at Pennock Hospital on June 3, 2010 at 8:23 p.m. to Amy and Jerry Linderman of Freeport. Weighing 7 lbs. 8 ozs. and 19 3/4 inches long. ***** Zoe Annabelle, born at Pennock Hospital on June 1, 2010 at 12:12 a.m. to Justie and Les Brewer of Richland. Weighing 6 lbs. 8 ozs. and 19 1/2 inches long. Member FDIC �Page 8 — Thursday, July 1, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES Declare your own financial Independence Day The Fourth of July is almost upon us. To commemorate Independence Day, we shoot off fireworks, attend picnics and maybe even walk in parades. While it might not be as dramatic, another celebration of freedom should eventually play a big role in your life — specifically, your personal Financial Independence Day. And you can speed the arrival of this day by making the right moves. Here are a few ideas to consider: • Boost your 401(k) contributions. To build the resources you’ll need to become financially independent during your retirement years, you should take full advantage of your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored plan. Whenever your salary goes up, try to contribute more to your 401(k). Generally, your contributions are made with pretax dollars, so the more you put in, the lower your taxable income. And your contributions grow on a tax-deferred basis. In 2010, you can put up to $16,500 into your 401(k), or $22,000 if you’re 50 or older. • “Max out” on your IRA. In 2010, you can contribute up to $5,000 to your IRA, or $6,000 if you’re 50 or older. Your traditional IRA contributions may be deductible, depending on your income level, and your earnings can grow tax deferred. Contributions to a Roth IRA are never deductible, but earnings can grow tax free, provided you don’t take withdrawals until you’re 591⁄2 and you’ve held your account at least five years. • Build an emergency fund. Try to build an emergency fund containing six to 12 months’ worth of living expenses, placed in a liquid account. Without such a fund, you may be forced to dip into your long-term investments to pay for needs such as a new furnace or a big doctor’s bill — and the more you tap into your investments, the longer it will be until you can attain financial freedom. • Cut down on your debt. It’s easier said than done, but by reducing your debt load, you’ll have more money to invest for the future. You might want to start by eliminating the smallest debts first, then moving on to whittle away at the bigger ones. • Don’t “over-focus” on your investment statements. Obviously, you want to know how your investments are performing. But you may be better off not checking on your investments every day, or even every week. When you pay extremely close attention to the movements of your investments, your emotions may lead you to make decisions based on short-term events rather than long-term goals. Invest with your head, not your heart. • Avoid “time traps.” Many people know they need a certain amount of money at a certain time for a specific goal, such as a down payment on a home, the first college tuition payment or even the first year’s living expenses during retirement. Yet they get into trouble because they set aside the money in an inappropriate investment — that is, one whose price can fluctuate greatly. If you know when you’re going to need the money, put it in a lower-risk investment and avoid the time trap. Taking these steps won’t instantly enrich you. But eventually, they can lead you down the path to your personal Financial Independence Day — and that may be reason enough to celebrate. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. 77547387 Monday, July 5 — Library closed for Independence Day Tuesday, July 6 — Toddler story time celebrates sharks, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 7 — summer reading wel- Certified Financial Planning Randy Teegardin, CFP.® Hastings City Bank Trust and Investment Group comes “Darling Cetaceans,” 2 to 3 p.m.; Jerry Morton Art Exhibit opens with reception for artist, 6:30 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library for more information at 269-945-4263. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. PRINTING PLUS 269-945-2401 150 W. Court St. Hastings, MI 49058 1351 N. 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Call: Dan McKinney 269-838-7057 or Tom McKinney 269-838-3842 • Laser Wheel Alignment ..........39.95 up to 5 qts. oil • by appointment most cars • Shocks & Struts • Brakes • Air Conditioning Recharge • Collision & Auto Body Repair Insurance or Customer Pay 2295 South M-37 Hwy., Hastings (269) 948-3387 Dennis Thiss, Owner Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply 77546173 77547342 Satisfaction Guaranteed Repairs! ® The Historic Charlton Park News Release To all of the citizens, staff and volunteers of Barry County and all surrounding areas, the Charlton Park Board would like to thank you for a very successful start to the new season. The fourth annual Charlton Park Day was fun for all with free food, games and live music for everyone’s enjoyment. The 2010 season is off to a great start and promises to be very exciting. The Charlton Park Board recognizes that this is also an election year for local, state and national political decisions. The Charlton Park Board also recognizes local government and the pride taken by everyone who supports the democratic process. The Charlton Park Board and its staff do not have any affiliation with any candidate or political party, and will not advertise or promote campaigning within the park during the democratic process. It is the wish of the Charlton Park Board that all candidates understand the board’s position and refrain from campaigning during scheduled events at Charlton Park. Charlton Park is a great place to spend the day to enjoy special events, the recreational area or just sit and enjoy the outdoors. We want everyone to be able to enjoy this wonderful park without the worries and concerns of the difficult times that surround us all. Thank You Kraig Leathers (Chair) Charlton Park and Museum Board 77543076 A look down memory lane... with Esther Walton 4th of July stories retold STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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(Photo from City of Hastings, Michigan 18711971.) In honor of the nation’s birthday, here are a couple of Banner stories from a half-century ago. ***** July 1, 1954 Residents set to celebrate July 4 on long weekend Workers to enjoy three-day holiday at vacation spots; states first fair opens Saturday at Lake O Barry County residents are preparing to observe the 178th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress Sunday and Monday, July 4 and 5, in the traditional manner. It will be the second three-day holiday of the season – Memorial Day was observed officially on Monday, May 31, since May 30 fell on Sunday – and hundreds will take to the lakes and recreational areas of Barry County and other parts of the state, while others will travel to metropolitan centers. Many more will remain home for family get-togethers to avoid heavy traffic. Sheriff Clarence Donovan and other safety officials are pleading for all drivers to be especially careful all during the holiday and for everyone to be cautious in everything they do to prevent any type of accident. Old Glory will fly from staffs in the downtown section and will be displayed by individuals on porches in residential areas. Many local industrial workers will have a three-day holiday, like at Hastings Manufacturing Company. The E. W. Bliss plant closes with the last shift tomorrow and will remain closed until Monday morning, July 12. Bliss employees will collectively take with them $139,505.70 in “vacation pay” distributed this week. The 571 machine shop workers share $102,262.64, the 202 foundry workers share $32,284.82 and the 23 pattern shop employees share $4,958.23. Bliss vacation pay is based on seniority and straight hourly earnings. Business places, except essential services will be closed on July 5. Hastings stores are featuring vacation apparel to be worn wherever happy people go for weekends, sporting goods and groceries for all types of holiday dinners, parties and picnics. Many area residents will go to Middleville for a Fourth of July celebration Monday evening and others will take in the Lake Odessa Fair which opens Saturday and runs through the weekend. The VFW and fire department at Middleville have joined for a July 4 program at the T-K athletic field. This committee is headed by Jack Johnson, Earl Abbey, Robert Sullivan and Robert Lareau. A ball game between Nashville and Middleville is scheduled for 6:30, followed by a bicycle parade for children. Prizes will be given for the best decorated bike. Clark Davis, representative from the Barry-Eaton district who is a candidate for state senator from the 15th senatorial district, will speak. The evening is to close with a fireworks display. Saturday is Governor’s Day at Lake Odessa, and Gov. [G. Mennen] Williams is to speak at 2 p.m. before the grandstand crowd. The heavyweight horse-pulling contest will follow the governor’s address. The tractorpulling contest is slated for Saturday morning, after a concert by the Lake Odessa school band. Lightweight teams will pull at 8 p.m. and at 9 p.m. vaudeville acts are scheduled. At 4 p.m. Sunday, the Lake Odessa Ministerial Association and fair board are sponsoring a worship service. Dr. Chester A. McPheeters, pastor of the Metropolitan Methodist Church of Detroit, will speak on “Reverence for Life.” Monday sports for boys and girls, under supervision of Coach Wall Abbott, start at 10:30. A children’s pet and costume parade is also slated for 10:30. A livestock parade is set for 11 a.m. and special prizes will be awarded at 11:45. Harness races are set for Monday afternoon with a 2:22 pace and trot for $400 purses and a free-for-all with $500 purse are scheduled. A band concert is set for 7 p.m. Monday followed by stage shows at 7:15 and 9:15 with an all-Western revue. Rides and concessions will be on the grounds, and there will be farm machinery and other displays at Michigan’s first fair. ***** July 3, 1952 Volunteer firemen once had big role on July 4 When the Fourth of July is celebrated throughout Michigan this year, it’s a safe bet that fire departments won’t play the same role they once fulfilled at all such celebrations. Reports in Michigan newspapers of the 1850s on file in the Michigan Historical Collections at the University of Michigan show that the activities of the volunteer fire departments were the major part of the event in those days. Smartly drilled fire companies took part in the big parade and later exhibited their skill in handling ladders, laying hose and similar firefighting efforts. And the fire hall was frequently the center of the big dinner that was a traditional part of the Fourth of July. If there were any visiting fire companies, and usually there were, competition between towns would develop. Most of the competition, however, was reserved for the Firemen’s Tournament – held somewhere in the state on each Fourth of July. In 1857, the tournament was held in Kalamazoo and Alert No. 1 of Albion won first prize – a silver trumpet. The following year, Albion was host to the tournament and Protection No. 1 of Jackson triumphed by throwing a stream of water 200 feet, 7 inches. Protection No. 1 of Battle Creek won first place on quantity by pumping 41 1/2 barrels in three minutes. But everybody wasn’t satisfied with the judges’ decision at Albion that year. The Adrian Daily Watchtower of July 6, 1858, contained a letter signed “L” that strongly intimated Protection No. 1 of Adrian deserved a better fate. “Barefaced dishonesty” is what Mr. L. believed took place at Albion, and he was equally convinced there was premeditation that no Button machine, such as the pumper used by Adrian, should carry off a prize. The newspapers of the 1850s all contain mention of another aspect of the Fourth of July which is largely absent today – the arrival of throngs of persons by train. The Hillsdale Standard of July 7, 1857, reports that, “At nine o’clock in the morning (of the Fourth), trains from east and west came in loaded with citizens from Sturgis, Coldwater, Quincy, Jonesville, Hudson and other places.” The firemen’s tournaments drew crowds from a wide area. The editor of the Marshall Statesman, in reporting about the 1858 celebration, told of taking the 5 a.m. train to Albion and finding himself “in company with the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek fire departments besides a host of citizens.” Then at 9 a.m., he reported the arrival of a train from Detroit with 13 passenger cars and several freight cars jammed full of riders. At Saginaw there were trains too, but Bay City firemen (at least in 1859 and 1862) came down the river by boat, according to accounts in the Saginaw Enterprise. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 1, 2010 — Page 9 More than fireworks planned for July 4 weekend Arts, parks and sparks will be part of the upcoming holiday weekend. Local organizations have planned events around the Fourth of July holiday. Here are a few (Note: many businesses, including J-Ad Graphics, will be closed Monday, July 5): Art in the Park returns to Lake Odessa Saturday Lake Odessa will host its 36th annual Art in the Park Saturday, July 3. The day-long show starts at 10 a.m. with a special patriotic opening by the Lake Odessa VFW Post 4461 Color Guard. The Lakewood Area Glee Club directed by Laura Soule will sing the national anthem to start the day. Music, dancing and entertainment will include Jim DeYoung of Hastings, Jeff Speas and the Ardan Academy of Irish Dance. The Vintage will be on hand to entertain with songs that will remind guests of days gone by. Jazz Four Plus will also be on hand. D.J. Rob (Rob Young) will be the announcer for the events. There will be plenty of food with the Lakewood Lions Club’s strawberry shortcake, the Lake Odessa Area Historical Society’s ice cream, the choral society’s elephant ears and Little League pulled-pork sandwiches. Kiwanis members will be selling caramel and kettle corn. Sunny Crest will have an information booth and sell cookies. There will also be booths for peanuts, fudge and other treats. The 80 scheduled vendors include favorites from previous years and new artists, too. They will be showing face painting, items of jewelry, hats, wood crafts, candles, fancy crafts, golf ball gadgets, art work, bottles of beauty and scents of all flavors. The Lake Odessa Department of Public Works has been busy putting new electrical hookups and fixing water sources that have been broken. This year, there will be no parking in the park. Scouts and other volunteers will be on hand to help vendors unload their wares. The turn-around on Third Avenue has been improved with more parking at that point of entry. The day’s events close at 4 p.m. Gun Lake fireworks to be launched July 3 The Gun Lake Protective Association will put on its annual fireworks display Saturday, July 3, shortly after 10 p.m. The fireworks will be launched near Murphy’s Point at the end of the state-owned peninsula that divides the lake. Whether using the boat launch for an evening on the water or driving in, a daily or yearly state park pass will be required for each vehicle entering the state park. Ample parking is available throughout the park. Charlton Park to celebrate historic holiday Local residents and visitors are invited to help the U.S. celebrate her 234th birthday at Historic Charlton Park Sunday, July 4. A chicken and pork barbecue buffet will run from 12:30 to 4 p.m. in Walnut Grove, sponsored by the Fourth of July Veterans Association ($8 for adults, $5 for children). Visitors can bake a pie and enter it into a judging contest. First place wins four Charlton Park event passes, second place will take home two Charlton Park event passes. All entry pies will be auctioned off to the highest bidders. Guests of all ages can join in or watch oldfashioned games on the village green starting at 1:30 p.m. Children and adults can participate in sack races, eating contests and more. Live music will be performed near the Upjohn House, village buildings will be open, Uncle Sam is expected to stop by, and ice cream and a bottomless mug of lemonade will be served at the Bristol Inn. Admission to the Fourth of July Celebration is free. Historic Charlton Park is located just north of M-79 between Hastings and Nashville. Visit www.charltonpark.org for more information, look on Facebook or call 269-9453775. Algonquin Lake fireworks planned for July 4 The Algonquin Lake Community Association will present its July 4 fireworks show Sunday, July 4, at dusk, or about 10 p.m. All boaters on Algonquin Lake should stay away from Snake Island (the little island) in the middle of the lake since hazardous conditions will exist during the fireworks display. The island will be marked off. A sheriff’s boat as well as other emergency personnel will be present. LEGAL NOTICES FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Caryl L Hurless and Jane Lynne Hurless and Shane L Baker, as joint tenants, to New Century Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated April 13, 2005, and recorded on April 22, 2005, as Document Number: 1145292, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2005-HE4 ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been submitted to the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Three Thousand Five Hundred and 54/100 ($73,500.54) including interest at the rate of 7.40000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on July 15, 2010 Said premises are situated in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of Lot 1 and the South 1/2 of the East 1/2 of Lot 2, Block 12, Daniel Striker`s Addition to the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 11, Barry County Records. Commonly known as: 720 North Boltwood Street The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: June 17, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2005-HE4 ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 77546931 Case No. 10MI00544-1 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Wakley, unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2005, and recorded on November 3, 2005 in instrument 1155681, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Six Thousand Forty-Nine And 76/100 Dollars ($126,049.76), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, more particularly described as: Beginning at the center of a culvert on Greggs Crossing Road on the North line of said Section 34; thence due South 250 feet to the center of Thornapple River; thence Northwesterly along the center of Thornapple River 250 feet; thence due North 250 feet to center of Greggs Crossing Road; thence East 250 feet to place of beginning. Described for tax purposes as: Commencing 104 rods West of the Northeast corner of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West; thence South 250 feet to River; thence Westerly 250 feet; thence North 250 feet to center of highway; thence East 250 feet to point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547128 File #316838F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tyson G Geib, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 17, 2005, and recorded on March 18, 2005 in instrument 1142934, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Flagstar Bank, FSB as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Seven Thousand Twenty-Two And 11/100 Dollars ($97,022.11), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as; Commencing 4 rods West of the Northwest corner of the intersection of Lem Paul and Main Street; thence West along the North line of Main Street 4 rods; thence North 8 rods; thence East 4 rods; thence South 8 rods to the point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546763 File #306057F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Debra K. Erway, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Heatland Home Finance, Inc., Mortgagee, dated January 22, 2003, and recorded on January 30, 2003 in instrument 1096612, and assigned by mesne assignments to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand One Hundred Seventy-Eight And 85/100 Dollars ($124,178.85), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 482.00 feet from the Southeast corner of said West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, thence West at right angles to said East line 239.58; thence North 250.00 feet; thence East 239.58 feet to said East line, thence South along said East line 250.00 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546717 File #221980F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Henry Tanner and Lynda J. Tanner, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated January 26, 2007, and recorded on February 2, 2007 in instrument 1175985, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-Six And 80/100 Dollars ($121,556.80), including interest at 9.135% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 4: that part of Lot D, F, and Vacated Gwin Avenue in the recorded plat of Crooked Lake Summer Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof Being in Section 7, Town 1 North, Range 9 West and described as beginning at the Southwest Corner of Lot F of said Plat; thence North 52 degrees 39 minutes 26 seconds East on the South line of Lot F, 119.00 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence North 14 degrees 30 minutes 30 seconds West 98.17 feet; thence North 04 degrees 03 minutes 45 seconds East 37.01 feet; thence North 42 degrees 53 minutes 15 seconds East 93.97 feet to the East line of vacated Gwin Avenue; thence South 22 degrees 15 minutes 00 seconds East on the East line of vacated Gwin Avenue and the east line of Lot 138.98 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot F; thence South 52 degrees 39 minutes 26 seconds West on the South line of Said Lot, 119.00 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to Easements, Reservations, Restrictions and Limitations of Record if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #323331F01 77546940 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Alexander A Napier and Renita Napier, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 12, 2006, and recorded on October 19, 2006 in instrument 1171621, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, As Trustee For HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2007-HE1 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Three Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-One And 73/100 Dollars ($203,271.73), including interest at 10.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 15 acres of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4, North of Highway M-66, section 14, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan, except commencing at a point on the North line of the South 15 acres that is 300 feet West of the East line of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4; thence South to the Northerly right-of-way of Highway M-66; thence Northeasterly along said Northerly right-of-way to the North line of the South 15 acres; thence West to the point of beginning Being the same property conveyed to Alexander Napier and Renita Napier, husband and wife by deed dated 1/22/2003 and recorded 2/4/2003 in Document number 1096970 in the office of the recorder of Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546723 File #275867F02 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Denise D. Farley-Renkel and Charles W. Renkel 5097 Herbert Road Hickory Corners, MI 49060 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: July 1, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 207.9064 ASAP# 77547359 3626537 07/01/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert Allan Burgess, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 22, 2009, and recorded on June 15, 2009 in instrument 200906150006245, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Three Thousand Two Hundred Twelve And 38/100 Dollars ($203,212.38), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 1 North, Range 7 West The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546918 File #323247F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Janet C. Knight, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated August 8, 2003, and recorded on August 22, 2003 in instrument 1111677, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Nine And 72/100 Dollars ($77,749.72), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 34, Sundago Park, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 71, Barry County, Hastings Township, The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546729 File #324064F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James P. Shields, single, original mortgagor(s), to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated August 16, 2006, and recorded on August 21, 2006 in instrument 1168918, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand Four Hundred Thirty-Five And 39/100 Dollars ($195,435.39), including interest at 7.54% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 105 and 106 of the plat of Steven's Woods Acres No. 2 according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 60, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547371 File #326802F01 NOTICE The Hastings Area School System Vacancy on the Board of Education One Year Term The Hastings Area School Systems’ Board of Education is taking letters of interest to fill a one year term on the Board of Education from July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011 with the remainder of the term to be filled following the May 2011 election. Letters of interest are due by July 9, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. It is the intent of the Board of Education to review candidates and make an appointment to the one year term from those interested by July 26, 2010. All applicants must be citizens of the Hastings Area School District. Letters of interest can be sent to Mrs. Pat Endsley Board of Education President, 232 W. Grand Street, Hastings, MI. 49058. 77547382 �Page 10 — Thursday, July 1, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian K. Sorensen, a married man and Jennie M. Sorensen, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 30, 2007 and recorded May 18, 2010 in Instrument Number 201005180004947, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. An Affidavit of Scriveners Error has been submitted for recording, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Six Hundred Thirteen and 9/100 Dollars ($94,613.09) including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 4 and the West 1/2 of Lot 5, Block 2, Samuel Roush's Addition to the Village of Freeport, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 23. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 10, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.4629 ASAP# 3600998 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 77546773 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Garry Bowman and Tracy Bowman, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 26, 2003, as evidenced by Affidavit Of Lost Document recorded on April 6, 2010 in instrument 201004060003694, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fifth Third Mortgage Company as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Eight And 82/100 Dollars ($106,938.82), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 32 rods of the South 72 rods of the East 20 rods of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 32, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, Johnstown Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547364 File #275103F02 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CLIFFORD M. MEAD and SHARI S. MEAD, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated February 5, 2003, and recorded on February 11, 2003, in Document No. 1097420, and assigned by said mortgagee to GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty-Nine Dollars and NinetySix Cents ($80,729.96), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on July 8, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 42 OF VALLEY PARK SHORES #1, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 4 OF PLATS ON PAGE 38 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 2, 2010 GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77546785 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 MORTGAGE SALE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default has occurred in a future advance mortgage made on June 10, 2005 by Michael M. Sherk and Kristy K. Sherk, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, to HCB Mortgage Company, a Michigan orporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on June 16, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, at Instrument No. 1148148. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Note, which is secured by the Mortgage, the sum of One Hundred EightySeven Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Seven and 88/100 Dollars ($187,497.88). No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, July 8, 2010, at one o’clock the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with default interest, as provided by the Note and Mortgage, legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Lot 13 of Loehr’s Landing, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on page 6, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of sale unless the property is abandoned, in which case the redemption period shall be one (1) month from the date of sale. MILLER JOHNSON, Attorneys for Mortgagee Dated: June 1, 2010 By:_____________________________________ J. Patrick Hackett 250 Monroe Avenue Suite 800 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77546529 (616) 831-1700 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to David Schnittker and Cindy Schnittker, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1531 Bender Rd, Middleville, MI 49333-8360. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from June 25, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after June 25, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547125 File # 330358F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Linda Hess, a single woman and Wanda Mennega, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 23, 2003, and recorded on November 10, 2003 in instrument 1117367, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Three And 65/100 Dollars ($107,243.65), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 8, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 34, Hastings Heights, as recorded in Liber 3, Page 41 of Plats, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 10, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546748 File #312669F01 City of Hastings City of Hastings NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Hastings will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Zoning Board of Appeals to hear comments and make a determination on a variance request by owner, Chemical Bank, 1005 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The applicant has requested a variance from Section 90973 2 (a) (b) of the City of Hastings Code of Ordinances, that if granted, will allow the construction of a pylon sign in the B-2 zoning district. Legal description of said property is: CITY OF HASTINGS COM AT THE PT OF INTERSECTION OF N & S 1/2 LINE OF SEC.18-3-N -8W AND THE S LINE OF THE OLD MICHIGAN CENTRAL RR R/W, TH S ALONG SD N & S 1/2 LINE TO THE N R/W OF W. STATE ST., TH W 70 FT. ALONG THE N R/W OF W. STATE ST., TH N TO THE S R/W OF THE OLD MICHIGAN CENTRAL RAILROAD, THE TO P.O.B. Written comments will be received on the above request at the Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 5:00 PM on the date of the hearing. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269-945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-6493777. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk 77547378 Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Hastings will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Zoning Board of Appeals to hear comments and make a determination on a variance request by owner, Charles Ray, 436 West Bond Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The applicant has requested a variance from Section 90171 (a) (1) (2) of the City of Hastings Code of Ordinances, that if granted, will allow the construction of a building addition to increase the extent of the nonconformity of the original building, and will allow the gross square footage of the building addition to exceed 50 percent of the gross square footage of the original building, and a variance from Section 90-831 (a) (2) of the City of Hastings Code of Ordinances, that if granted, will allow the distance between a detached accessory building and the principal building to be less than 10 feet. Legal description of said property is: Lot 1073 OF THE ORIGINAL PLAN OF THE VILLAGE (NOW CITY) OF HASTINGS. Written comments will be received on the above request at the Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 5:00 PM on the date of the hearing. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269-945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-6493777. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk 77547380 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William R Scott, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Member First Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2007, and recorded on October 31, 2007 in instrument 20071031-0003662, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Auto Body Credit Union as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-One And 64/100 Dollars ($105,851.64), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 32, Town 3 North, Range 7 West described as: Beginning at the Southwest corner of said Section 32; thence North along the West line of said Section, a distance of 652 feet; thence East parallel with the South line of said Section, a distance of 240 feet; thence South parallel with said West line 652 feet; thence West along said South line 240 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Westerly 33 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 24, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547084 File #326348F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nils A Moederzoon and Mary A Moederzoon, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Amenities Corp, Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2004, and recorded on October 13, 2004 in instrument 1135408, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Six Thousand One Hundred Thirty-One And 54/100 Dollars ($86,131.54), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land Between Lot 13 of Charleston Heights Addition and Lot 14 of Charleston Heights Addition no. 1 to the village of Middleville, Barry county, Michigan, according to the recorded plats, described as beginning at the Northeast corner of Lot 13 of said addition, thence North 60 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot 14 of said Addition no. 1, thence West 135 feet to the Southwest corner of said Lot 14, thence South 60 feet to the Northwest corner of Lot 13 of said Addition, thence East 135 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546964 File #328791F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Stephanie Walker and Bert M Walker, Wife and Husband to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Countywide Home Loans, Inc., dba America’s Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007 and recorded June 8, 2007 in Instrument # 1181438 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, by assignment dated March 23, 2010 and recorded March 25, 2010 in Instrument # 201003250003113 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Nineteen Thousand Thirty-Nine Dollars and Thirty-Eight Cents ($219,039.38) including interest 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on July 8, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 26 of West Beach, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 67, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 3151 West Shore Dr., Battle Creek MI 49017 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 6/10/2010 BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77546797 Our File No: 10-22455 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael Noviskey, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 10, 2005, and recorded on June 29, 2005 in instrument 1148724, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-One Thousand Nine Hundred EightyThree And 09/100 Dollars ($91,983.09), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of Lot 20 of Supervisor's Glasgow's Addition to the City of Hasting, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 3, described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Lot 10; thence South 89 degrees 39 minutes East 200 feet; thence North 0 degrees 11 minutes East 76 feet; thence North 89 degrees 39 minutes West 200 feet; thence South 0 degrees 11 minutes West 76 feet to the place of beginning Also Parcel 2: Beginning at a point on the West line of Lot 10 of Supervisor's Glasgow's Addition to the Village (now City) of Hastings as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 3; distant North 00 degrees 24 minutes 40 seconds East 76.00 feet from the Southwest corner of said Lot; thence North 00 degrees 24 minutes 40 seconds East 77.00 feet along said West line; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 47 seconds East 200.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 24 minutes 41 seconds West 77.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 47 seconds West 200.00 feet to the point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546957 File #328830F01 Public Land Auction The Barry & Ionia County Treasurers will be offering tax reverted real estate at public Auction on July 21, 2010. The Auction will be held at Ionia County I.S.D, 2191 Harwood Road, Ionia MI Registration at 11:00am, Auction at 12:00pm. Online bidding will be available via www.tax-sale.info. Visit our website at www.tax-sale.info or call 1-800-259-7470. Sale listings are available at your local County Treasurers Office. 77546520 NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held June 29, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77547140 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 1, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jennifer Miller and Karl Miller, husband and wife, and Cassandra Kirk, a single woman, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS) as nominee for lender, Mortgagee, dated the 8th day of December, 2005 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 12th day of December, 2005 in Liber Doc. No. 1157503 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Ninety Five Thousand Thirty Three and 79/100 ($95033.79), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 29th day of July, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock PM Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 6.37500% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the City of Delton, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: LOTS 52 AND 53 OF WILLIAM C. SCHULTZ PARK, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 60. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 7/1/2010 BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP Mortgagee __________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77547334 BOA FNMA MillerJen NOTICE OF RIGHT TO NEGOTIATE MORTGAGE LOAN MODIFICATION This Notice is given to Douglas J. Kramer and Judy Kramer, husband and wife (“Borrowers”), whose address is 923 Palmer Drive, Middleville, MI 49333, and concerns a real estate mortgage (“Mortgage”) granted by the Borrowers to BYRON BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, whose address is 2445 – 84th Street SW, Byron Center, MI 49315. The Mortgage covers property commonly known as 923 Palmer Drive, Middleville, MI 49333 which is legally described as follows: Lot(s) 10 and 11, Supervisor’s Plat of Brigg’s Subdivision, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 34. Certain defaults have occurred under the Mortgage and Byron Bank has or concurrently is mailing a Notice to Borrowers (“Notice by Mail”) pursuant to MCL 600.3205a(3) notifying Borrowers of rights they may have to request a meeting with Byron Bank to negotiate certain types of modifications to the mortgage loan documents. Byron Bank gives further notice hereby in accordance with MCL 600.3205a(4). THE BORROWERS ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT: (a) Borrowers have the right to request a meeting with Byron Bank. (b) Byron Bank has designated Steve Hawkins, Lori Kloosterman, and Jackie Couturier as the Contact Persons that the Borrowers may contact about the Mortgage and this Notice. The Contact Persons have the authority to make the agreements described in this Notice on behalf of Byron Bank. The Contact Persons can be reached by telephone at 1-800-747-5004. (c) Borrowers may contact a Housing Counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling 1-800382-4568. (d) If the Borrowers wish to participate in an attempt to work out a modification of the mortgage loan, the Borrowers must contact a Housing Counselor within 14 days. (e) If the Borrowers request a meeting (using a Housing Counselor) with the Contact Person within the time period provided in the Notice by Mail, Byron Bank will not start foreclosure proceedings until 90 days after the date the Notice by Mail was sent to the Borrower. (f) If the Borrowers and the Contact Person reach a written agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed so long as the Borrowers abide by the terms of the modification agreement. (g) The Borrowers have the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800-9680738. BYRON BANK, Mortgage Holder Dated: June 25, 2010 /s/ Kenneth M. Horjus Kenneth M. Horjus, Its Attorney Ronald J. Vander Veen, Its Attorney Cunningham Dalman, PC 321 Settlers Road, PO Box 1767 Holland, MI 49422-1767 77547369 (616) 392-1821 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Todd A. Harding and Dawn V.A. Harding, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 5, 2005, and recorded on July 29, 2005 in instrument 1150296, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank National Association, as Trustee for the holders of the certificates issued by MASTR Alternative Loan Trust 2006-1 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Five And 63/100 Dollars ($331,645.63), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as commencing at the North 1/4 Post of said Section 33, thence South 1935.5 Feet, thence South 89 Degrees 57 Minutes West 1439 Feet, thence South 70 Degrees 18 Minutes West 8.74 Feet to the Place of Beginning, thence South 70 Degrees 18 Minutes West 100 Feet, thence North 7 Degrees 15 Minutes West 58 Feet, thence South 45 Degrees 45 Minutes West 58.8 Feet, thence North 71 Degrees 38 Minutes West 24.3 Feet, thence South 30 Degrees 43 Minutes West 161 Feet to the Northeasterly right of way of Gaskill Road, thence South 35 Degrees 22 Minutes 15 Seconds East 180.1 Feet, thence North 43 Degrees 01 Minutes East 144.3 Feet, thence North 13 Degrees 39 Minutes East 195.1 Feet to the Place of Beginning. Parcel 2: A Parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as commencing at a point which lies due South 1935.50 Feet and South 89 Degrees 57 Minutes West 1439 Feet from the North 1/4 Post of said Section 33, thence South 70 Degrees 18 Minutes West 8.74 Feet for the Place of Beginning, thence South 70 Degrees 18 Minutes West 100 Feet, thence North 07 Degrees 16 Minutes West 178.10 Feet, thence North 51 Degrees 07 Minutes East 72 Feet, thence Southeasterly to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 24, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547067 File #272357F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Christopher B. Brownell, a single person and Christine M. Arnson, a single person, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated March 11, 2005 and recorded March 25, 2005 in Instrument Number 1143208, and Partial Release was recorded 8/11/2006 in Document Number 1168486, and an Affidavit of Scrivener's Error was submitted for recording, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Nine Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Seven and 82/100 Dollars ($59,687.82) including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 8, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 7, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence North 43 feet; thence East 452 feet; thence East 173.4 feet; thence North 62 degrees 40 minutes East 30 feet for the place of beginning; thence North 62 degrees 40 minutes East 113 feet; thence North 46 degrees 15 minutes East 116.2 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 691.1 feet more or less to the intersection of said line and a line running South 67 degrees East, a distance of 735.7 feet more or less from the aforesaid place of beginning, said last mentioned line being the Northeasterly line of Myers Street; thence Northwesterly along said line to the place of beginning. EXCEPT: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 7, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Township of Barry, County of Barry, State of Michigan; thence North 43 feet; thence East 452 feet; thence East 173.4 feet to the Southwesterly prolongation of the Southeasterly line of Kline Street; thence North 62 degrees 40 minutes East 30 feet along said Southeasterly line to the Northerly line of South Shore Drive; thence South 67 degrees East 100.0 feet along the Northerly line of South Shore Drive for the true place of beginning; thence North 47 degrees 41 minutes 30 seconds East 111.07 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 45.0 feet; thence North 40 degrees 30 minutes East 80.0 feet; thence South 49 degrees 30 minutes East 591.1 feet more or less to the Northerly line of South Shore Drive, formerly known as Myers Street; thence North 67 degrees West 635.7 feet more or less along said Northerly line, to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 10, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.6427 ASAP# 3600997 06/10/2010, 06/17/2010, 77546778 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Richard J Decker and Tammy J Decker a/k/a Tammy Decker, husband and wife to Fifth Third Bank (Western Michigan), Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2007 and recorded June 29, 2007 in Instrument #1182391 Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-One Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Four Dollars and Eighty-Six Cents ($61,334.86) including interest 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on July 8, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdvision , being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West, 101.35 feet; thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West, 17.90 feet to the South line of Parkway Drive, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet to the place of beginning of this description, thence continuing North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 55 feet, thence South 33 degrees 24 minutes 13 seconds West 73.99 feet, thence South 56 degrees 43 minutes 58 seconds East on a Traverse Line along Gun Lake 55 feet, thence North 33 degrees 05 minutes 31 seconds East 67.68 feet to the place of beginning. Also that land which lies between said Traverse Line and Gun Lake. Also and undivided one twelfth interest on Kimberly Park, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet, thence North 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds East 103.63 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds West 35.45 feet to the place of beginning of this description, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.30 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet, thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet to the place of beginning. Also and undivided one fifteenth interest in Parkway Drive, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet to the place of beginning of this description, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West 118 feet, thence North 67 degrees 29 minutes 10 seconds West 37 feet, thence North 26 degrees 23 minutes 25 seconds East 36.32 feet, thence North 22 degrees 14 minutes 40 seconds East 22.0 feet, thence North 34 degrees 04 minutes 33 seconds East 40.00 feet, thence North 46 degrees 17 minutes 42 seconds East 41.0 feet, thence South 82 degrees 33 minutes 10 seconds East 116.0 feet, thence North 85 degrees 34 minutes 35 seconds East 70.00 feet, thence South 81 degrees 17 minutes 15 seconds East 288.7 feet to the West line of England Drive, thence South 28 degrees 29 minutes West on the West line to England Drive 36.00 feet, thence North 50 degrees 55 minutes 00 seconds West 29.88 feet, thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 38 seconds West 220.23 feet, thence North 88 degrees 03 minutes 13 seconds West 28.77 feet, thence South 65 degrees 20 minutes 13 seconds West 71.65 feet, thence South 21 degrees 23 minutes 40 seconds West 81.9 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12.20 seconds West 35.45 feet, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.30 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet; thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, thence South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet, thence North 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds East 35.45 feet, thence South 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds West 103.63 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 12015 Parkway Dr., Shelbyville MI 49344 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 6/10/2010 Fifth Third Bank (Western Michigan) Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77546803 Our File No: 10-22332 Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them The BANNER To subscribe, call us at... THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard J. Decker, a married man and Tammy Decker, a married woman, to Fifth Third Mortgage MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated November 9, 2005 and recorded August 21, 2009 in Instrument Number 200908210008607, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty and 83/100 Dollars ($66,930.83) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 15, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Westerly comer of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet to the South line of Parkway Drive, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet to the Place of Beginning of this description, thence continuing North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 55 feet, thence South 33 degrees 24 minutes 13 seconds West 73.99 feet, thence South 56 degrees 43 minutes 58 seconds East on a traverse line along Gun Lake 55 feet, thence North 33 degrees 05 minutes 31 seconds East 67.68 feet to the Place of Beginning. Also that land which lies between said traverse line and Gun Lake. Also an undivided 1/2 interest in Kimberly Park, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet, thence North 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds East 103.63 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds West 35.45 feet to the Place of Beginning of this description, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.3 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet, thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, thence South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet to the Place of Beginning. Also an undivided 1/15 interest in Parkway Drive, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly comer of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet to the Place of Beginning of this description, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West 118 feet, thence North 67 degrees 29 minutes 10 seconds West 37 feet, thence North 26 degrees 23 minutes 25 seconds East 36.32 feet, thence North 22 degrees 14 minutes 40 seconds East 22.0 feet, thence North 34 degrees 04 minutes 33 seconds East 40.0 feet, thence North 46 degrees 17 minutes 42 seconds East 41.0 feet, thence South 82 degrees 33 minutes 10 seconds East 116.0 feet, thence North 85 degrees 34 minutes 35 seconds East 70.0 feet, thence South 81 degrees 17 minutes 15 seconds East 288.7 feet to the West line of England Drive, thence South 28 degrees 29 minutes West on the West line of England Drive 36.0 feet, thence North 50 degrees 55 minutes 00 seconds West 29.88 feet, thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 38 seconds West 220.23 feet, thence North 88 degrees 03 minutes 13 seconds West 28.77 feet, thence South 65 degrees 20 minutes 13 seconds West 71.65 feet, thence South 21 degrees 23 minutes 40 seconds West 81.9 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds West 35.45 feet, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.3 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet, thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, thence South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet, thence North 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds East 35.45 feet, thence South 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds West 103.63 feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 17, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.5719 ASAP# 3612247 06/17/2010, 77546952 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010, 07/08/2010 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by WILBURN PROPERTIES, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company ("Mortgagor"), to CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, having an office at 2185 Three Mile Road, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), dated November 20, 2008, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on December 1, 2008, as Instrument No. 20081201-0011420 (the "Mortgage"). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Two Hundred Ninety Seven Thousand Three Hundred Forty Two and 34/100 Dollars ($297,342.34). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 15th day of July, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the intersection of the East line of Russell Street and centerline of State Street; thence North 89 degrees 58 minutes 17 seconds East 264.00 feet along said centerline of State Street to the point of beginning of this description; thence North 00 degrees 16 minutes 51 seconds West 169.00 feet parallel to centerline of Russell Street; thence South 89 degrees 58 minutes 17 seconds West 132.00 feet parallel to said centerline of State Street; thence North 00 degrees 16 minutes 51 seconds West 272.50 feet parallel to said centerline of Russell Street; thence North 89 degrees 25 minutes 49 seconds East 202 feet; thence South 00 degrees 16 minutes 51 seconds East 441.5 feet to centerline of State Street; thence South 89 degrees 58 minutes 17 seconds West 70 feet along the said centerline of State Street to the place of beginning. Together with (a) all privileges, appurtenances, improvements, buildings, tenements, hereditaments, easements, rights of way, licenses, riparian and littoral rights, mineral/oil/gas/water rights, rights to adjoining land, and all other rights belonging to the above-described premises and which may hereafter attach thereto; (b) all rights to make divisions of such premises that are exempt from the platting requirements of the Michigan Land Division Act, as it shall be amended; (c) all rents, issues, profits, revenues, proceeds, accounts and general intangibles arising from or relating to the premises or any business conducted thereon by the Mortgagor including, without limitation, all rights, conferred by Act No. 210 of Michigan Public Act of 1953, as amended (collectively the "Rents and Accounts"); and (d) all equipment, other goods, and fixtures of every kind and nature whatsoever, now or hereafter located in or upon such premises or any part thereof and used or useable in connection with any present or future operation of such premises (hereinafter called "Equipment and Fixtures"), whether now owned or hereafter acquired by the Mortgagor, including, without limitation, all heating, air conditioning, ventilation, lighting, incinerating and power equipment, engines, signs, security systems, fences, hoists, cranes, compressors, pipes, pumps, tanks, motors, plumbing, cleaning, fire prevention, fire extinguishing, apparatus, elevators, escalators, shades, awnings, screens, storm doors and windows, appliances, attached cabinets, partitions, carpeting, ground maintenance equipment, and similar types of equipment, all of which shall be deemed to be real estate and mortgaged hereby. Commonly known as: 38 State Street, Middleville, Michigan 49333 P.P. #08-41-110-002-00 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77546947 4387782-1 WANTED: BUS DRIVERS Delton Kellogg Schools is in need of Bus Drivers for the 2010 - 2011 school year. Experience not necessary – we will train. Must be able to obtain a CDL, and all other endorsements. Please call 269-623-9225 for questions. Applications accepted at the Superintendent’s office at 327 N. Grove St., Delton, MI – between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. 77547397 NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF BARRY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE BARRY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT Board of Education will be held 8:30 a.m., Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at the Barry Intermediate School District office, 535 West Woodlawn Avenue, Hastings, Michigan. All interested persons are invited to attend this meeting. 269-945-9554 77547354 Colleen Garber, Secretary Barry Intermediate School District Board of Education �Page 12 — Thursday, July 1, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Local players lead Maroons to tournament victory Three local players are spending their summer on the road with the Kalamazoo Maroons 16 and under baseball team. Jared Buckland of Delton, Cody Sivyer of Maple Valley and Cory Bunge of Hastings have all played a part of the Maroons 19-4 start to the season. And this past weekend all were instrumental in the Maroons’ capturing the Lansing Future Stars tournament. Buckland, who was a freshman last season, is among the team leaders in hits and is batting .417 for the season. “He is our lead-off hitter” said Coach Jon Gambee. “He doesn’t play like a freshman at all. He has as much talent as any player in this area. And he is the complete team player. Early on, when we were trying to play everyone at multiple positions to see what we had, Jared played short, third, center field and pitcher. He has settled in as the starting third baseman and one of our better pitchers.” Sivyer was a sophomore at Maple Valley this past season, playing shortstop and pitching for the Lions. “I went to see Maple Valley play this spring,” Gambee said, “and Cody stood out as the best player on the field. It took me half an inning to know I wanted him on my team. We are playing him at second base, and he is batting .375. He leads the team with 15 stolen bases and has not been caught stealing yet. He has all the tools a coach looks for in a player. He’s aggressive at the plate and on the bases, and he makes good decisions. “And in getting Cody, I also got his father, Jim, as my assistant coach. Jim and I think alike and we work very well together. He knows baseball, and he’s a big part of our success.” ‘Hanging’ around leads to citations Hastings Police were called to suspicious situation at the skate park Saturday, June 26, just after 7 p.m. on a report that several juveniles were in a tree smoking. Upon arrival, officers saw four boys in a tree smoking who were then asked to come down from the tree and speak to the officers. All four boys were in possession of tobacco and two of the juveniles were in possession of marijuana for which they were cited. The four were taken to the Hastings Police Department and later released to their parents. All of the juveniles were issued citations for possession of tobacco. Two wheels collide with four June 28 just before noon, Hastings Police were called to an accident involving a car and a bicycle near the K-Mart parking lot. A 12-year-old boy riding west bound on the sidewalk in front of Applebee’s restaurant on West State Street hit the front end of a van that was stopped waiting to exit the parking lot onto State Street, The boy was transported by ambulance to Pennock Hospital for treatment of minor injuries. Thief targets firearms in local home Cory Bunge of Hastings (from left), Cody Sivyer of the Maple Valley area and Jared Buckland of Delton are playing this summer on the Kalamazoo Maroons 16 and under baseball team. Cory Bunge is a former Hastings Saxon and he catches for the Maroons. Bunge is hitting .313 for the season and his two-run home run in Game 3 of the Future Stars tournament was a big part of the team’s getting to the championship round, said the coach. “All the umpires comment on Cory’s catching ability,” Gambee said. “An umpire at the Rockford tournament said he didn’t like it PUBLIC NOTICE All Barry County Townships APPLICATIONS FOR DEFERMENT OF SUMMER 2010 TAXES Application Deadline: Sept. 15, 2010 All township treasurers in Barry County are currently accepting applications for summer 2010 tax deferments (deferments are not exemptions). To qualify, a household annual income cannot exceed $40,000. The applicant(s) must also be: 1) 62 years of age or older, including the unmarried surviving spouse of a person who was 62 years of age or older at the time of death, 2) paraplegic or quadriplegic, 3) an eligible serviceperson, eligible veteran or their eligible widow or widower 4) a blind person, or 5) a totally and permanently disabled person. Those that farm agricultural real property may also qualify if the gross receipts of the farming operation are not less than the household income of the owner. Additional information and deferment applications may be obtained from the following treasurers: ASSYRIA TOWNSHIP Beth Miller, Treasurer (269) 758-3334 BALTIMORE TOWNSHIP Jennifer McKeever, Treasurer (269) 721-4021 BARRY TOWNSHIP Judith Wooer,Treasurer (269) 623-5171 CARLTON TOWNSHIP Marlene Forman, Treasurer (269) 945-5990 CASTLETON TOWNSHIP Dorothy Semrau, Treasurer (517) 852-9479 HASTINGS CHARTER TWP Jenee Phillips, Treasurer (269) 948-9690 HOPE TOWNSHIP Arlene Tonkin, Treasurer (269) 948-2464 IRVING TOWNSHIP Lynnette Wingeier, Treasurer (269) 948-2567 JOHNSTOWN TOWNSHIP Karmen Nickerson, Treasurer (269) 721-3611 MAPLE GROVE TWP Ginger Cole, Treasurer (517) 852-1844 ORANGEVILLE TWP Vicki Ritchie, Treasurer (269) 664-5357 PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Kasandra McGuire, Treasurer (269) 623-2664 RUTLAND TOWNSHIP Sandra Greenfield, Treasurer (269) 948-2194 THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP Debra Buckowing, Treasurer (269) 795-7202 WOODLAND TOWNSHIP Nancy Potter, Treasurer (269) 374-7240 YANKEE SPRINGS TWP John Jerkatis, Treasurer (269) 795-9091 CITY OF HASTINGS Francie Brummel, Treasurer (269) 945-2468 POLICE BEAT when someone else caught because he was getting beat up with passed balls, and Cory is so good at blocking everything. One of the umpires in the Lansing tournament commented that Cory was the best catcher there and that tournament included teams from Ann Arbor, Saginaw, Bloomfield Hills, Grand Rapids and Lansing. “And he has a great arm. I time all the catchers on their throws to second base and Cory has consistently had the best times of any catcher we have faced. “Cory is in his second season with the Maroons and has emerged as a leader on this team with all the new players we have on the roster. He is tied for the team lead in home runs and among the leaders in runs scored and runs batted in.” This week, the Maroons hope to continue their winning ways as they play at Bailey Park against Hastings today (Thursday) and this weekend in Fort Wayne, Ind. “We have a tough schedule with weekday doubleheaders in Battle Creek and tournaments every weekend,” Gambee said. “We will play close to 50 games this summer but with players like Buckland, Sivyer and Bunge leading the way, we hope to continue winning.” The Kalamazoo Maroons field teams in the 18 and under, 16 and under and 14 and under divisions. The Maroons have been playing baseball for more than 80 seasons, and former players include major leaguers Derek Jeter of the New York Yankees and Matt Thornton of the Chicago White Sox. Gambee, who lives in Hastings, is the former coach of Kalamazoo Valley Community College and Gull Lake High School. He has worked as an instructor at the Florida Professional Baseball School and as a parttime scout for the Philadelphia Phillies. Call 945-9554 any time for Hastings Banner classified ads 77547395 Hastings Police were called to a house in the 100 block of West Oliver Street June 29 at 12:30 a.m. for a report of a breaking and entering of a home. Upon arrival, officers were met by the homeowner who called after she noticed her back door was open and items were scattered around inside. Police reported possible damage to the back door from someone breaking into the house. Missing from the residence was a small gun safe with guns belonging to the victim’s boyfriend. Nothing else in the home seemed to be missing. The incident remains open pending further investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call the Hastings Police Department or Silent Observer of Barry County. Stealing political signs is no game Reports are starting to come in regarding the theft of political signs. Residents are reminded that damaging, removing or tampering with political signs in Michigan is a misdemeanor and is punishable by up to 90 days in jail and a $500 fine. Anyone who witnesses others removing signs should call a law enforcement agency. Local and state governments have guidelines for placement of signs, and residents should check with local authorities if in doubt. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale Garage Sale Business Services AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 MOVING SALE, one day only! July 3rd, 9am-3pm. Furniture, household, baby clothes, toys, everything must go! 7334 Mar Lane off Elm Road between Peddler BED: QUEEN PILLOWTOP Lake and Bipley Road. Folmattress set, NEW, still in low the signs. plastic, $200. 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PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: 77546543 77547111 All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 SMALL HYDRAULIC REPAIR: Will look at any job, pumps, valves, motors, cylinders. 10 years experience with industrial and mobile applications. (269)838-0456 Real Estate UPDATED FARM HOUSE. Fabulous location and grounds, quiet privacy. 4.6 acres of mature hardwoods, wetlands, spring fed stream. Approximately 1950sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, main floor laundry. Includes renovated timber frame barn, 3 horse stalls. 1805 Kaiser Road, Yankee Springs, Barry State Game Area. $158,000. Call 269-908-2784 for appointment. Farm EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 Wanted WANTED: NEW OR gently loved art needed for a good cause to support the Thornapple Arts Council art auction. Donation tax deductible, all art is subject to review. Call (269)945-2002 to donate. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-07-08.pdf 45f94661a5c03054d990812bb24fb838 PDF Text Text School bond proposal won’t cost more money Independence Day more than fireworks, picnics, parades County commissioners may take pay cut See Story on Page 2 See Editorial on Page 5 See Story on Page 14 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 27 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 Retirements to have little impact on Hastings classrooms NEWS BRIEFS Culvert replacement underway on M-66 The Michigan Department of Transportation has begun work to replace the M-66 culvert over Mud Creek in northeastern Barry County. The creek runs beneath M-66 between Barnum Road and M-43 in Woodland Township. The $830,069 project will include repaving approaches, guardrail upgrades and curb and gutter installation. Work began Tuesday, July 6, and is expected to be done by Sept. 2. Traffic will be detoured to M-43, Velte Road and Barnum Road. Blue County Line bringing bluegrass to the fountain The bluegrass group Blue County Line will perform during the Fridays and the Fountain concert series from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, July 9, on the Barry County Courthouse lawn. Members of Blue County Line include Duane Curtiss of Nashville on guitar; Roger Bollinger, of Carson City, bass and vocals; Ted Geldhof of Lake Odessa, guitar and lead vocals; Tom Freridge of Hastings, guitar and dobro; Orville Harrington of Hastings, mandolin and dobro; and Jim Metzger of Hastings on banjo. In the event of bad weather, the concert will be held in the Hastings City Bank Community Room, located at 150 W. Court St. The series is sponsored by the City of Hastings and the Thornapple Arts Council. Learn about invasive species at Otis Sanctuary Michigan Audubon will host a program on identifying invasive species at Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary Saturday, July 10, at 10 a.m. Volunteer naturalist DJ O’Neil will lead participants on a walk through the sanctuary while discussing the many species of invasive plants that have made southwest Michigan their home. Participants will get to see the plants and discuss the best ways to eliminate them. Discussion may also include alien animal species. Registration for the walk is required; call the Michigan Audubon office before Friday, July 9, at 517-886-9144. After 5 p.m. that day, register by calling the sanctuary at 269-763-3090. The fee is $2 per person; free to Michigan Audubon members and children under 12. The program will be canceled in the event of rain. Participants should meet at the red barn on the sanctuary property, 3560 Havens Road, about seven miles southwest of Hastings. For additional information, call 517886-9144 or e-mail wendy@michiganaudubon.org. Library’s next book sale canceled The Friends of the Hastings Public Library have canceled their annual sidewalk summer book sale this year. Due to a lack of books and vacationing workers, the sale scheduled for Friday July 16, and Saturday, July 17, will not be held. Those who need a good book to read may visit the Friends’ store inside the library where many titles are available for purchase. Their next big book sale will be Sept. 24 and 25 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, July 8, 2010 Phillip Kidder, of Hastings, shows an enlarged version of the $62,169 check he received from the Michigan Lottery. Hastings man’s dollar investment is a lottery winner A lucky Hastings lottery winner has claimed a $62,169 prize on a Fantasy 5 ticket sold in Cloverdale. Phillip Kidder, of Hastings, claimed the prize Tuesday at Lottery Central in Lansing. Kidder plans on using his winnings to help build a new home for himself and his family. “We were building a new house (by Middle Lake) before I won. This couldn’t have come at a better time,” said the self-employed builder. Kidder said he spends a dollar a day on the lottery. His winning lottery ticket was an Easy Pick ticket. Kidder’s ticket was one of two jackpot winning tickets in the July 1 drawing. The other jackpot ticket was sold in Yale. The two players split the $124,338 jackpot. Kidder said he didn’t know he had a win- by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Between November 2009 and August 2010, 44 teachers and staff members will have retired from Hastings Area Schools. And, while some positions are not being filled due to budget constraints, the retirements will have little impact on classrooms, according to Hastings Superintendent of Schools Rich Satterlee. “Twenty-one of the retirees are teachers, and most of their positions are going to be filled,” he said. “We’ve had two teachers retire who were certified to teach metal shop. Our first priority was to recall everyone on layoff but there were none who were certified to teach metal shop.” Due to cuts in state funding and the need to meet state mandates that require all high school graduates, starting with the Class of 2011 to have the equivalent of two years of high school-level studies in foreign language, hiring a certified Spanish teachers was a higher priority, said Satterlee. “We’re hoping to establish a program where students can take a year and a half of Spanish in the middle school and another year at the high to meet those requirements,” he said. The district is currently seeking a teacher who is certified to teach both math and Spanish at the high school, a second Spanish teacher to split his or her time between the high school and the middle school and a third to teach Spanish at the middle school. “What we are really looking for right now are people who have broader certification and can help fill holes when they need to be filled,” said Satterlee. “We currently have a teacher who is certified to teach both Spanish and math and we would like to have another with Spanish and math certification.” Satterlee said French will still be offered for high school students who are already enrolled in French. However, due to decreasing enrollment in French classes, in the future, students who wish to study that language will have to look into dual-enrollment or online courses. In addition to the metal shop post, one elementary physical education instructor position and one kindergarten teaching post will not be filled after the recent retirements. “We’re eliminating one section of kindergarten and looking for one teacher to split their time between Central and Northeastern [elementary schools.] We’ve always had kindergarten teachers splitting their time between schools, and teachers for specials such as phys ed have always cycled through the elementary schools.” Former middle school counselor Kathy Longstreet, who was reassigned to teach second grade at when the middle school counseling department was closed at the beginning of second semester during the 2009-10 school year will replace Bruce Krueger in the student services office at the high school. ning ticket until the next day. “A lot of people told me I didn’t seem too excited; so they didn’t really believe me (that I had won),” he said.. The winning Fantasy 5 ticket was purchased at Cloverdale General Store, 7657 South M-43 Highway in Cloverdale. Over 94 cents of every dollar spent on Lottery tickets is returned to the state in the form of contributions to the state School Aid Fund, prizes to players and commissions to retailers. In fiscal year 2009, the contribution to schools was $724.5 million. Since its inception in 1972, the Lottery has contributed more than $15 billion to education in Michigan. (Assistant Editor Elaine Gilbert contributed to this article.) Site plan approved for new auto parts store This architectural drawing shows the proposed O’Reilly’s Automotive store, which is being planned for construction at 911 W. State St. in Hastings. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Monday evening, the Hastings Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously approved a special land-use permit and site plan for the city’s fourth automotive parts store. The permit was required for the site, located at the corner of Cass and West State streets because the site may be located in the floodplain for the Thornapple River. Commissioner Beth Forbes asked if the exterior of the proposed building could be altered to fit in better with buildings in the downtown business district. Nick Eberle, from Craig Schneider, the architectural firm that drew up the site plan for O’Reilly Automotive, said he would relay the request to the design firm and O’Reilly’s. The motion approved the special land-use permit and site plan under the direction of city staff and final determination from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment regarding the floodplain. In other business, the commission: • Heard a report from Hastings City Planner Tim Johnson regarding the downtown zoning classifications and how they can fit into the comprehensive community plan (CCP). City staff was directed to continue work on creating descriptions of each of the proposed zoning classifications per the CCP in preparation for a presentation to the Hastings City Council to receive its theoretical support for the changes. • Discussed model ordinances for LED and flashing signs in the commercial business dis- See PLAN, page 2 Six gardens open to public Saturday The public is invited to enjoy six unique gardens in and around the Hastings area when the Thornapple Garden Club of Hastings presents its 13th annual home garden tour, “A Day in the Garden” from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 10. One of the featured gardens will be at the home of Judy and Adolfo Jacinto, and Judy is pictured above with her favorite neon flash spiraea shrub. Other gardens on tour will be at the homes of Lisa and Steve Gibbs, Helen and Andrew Geelhoed, Sandy and Ron Merrill, Yung Mi and Bob Snow and Madeline and Bob Ellsworth. The Garden Thyme Market is another feature of the tour and will be held the same day during the same hours on the Barry County Courthouse lawn where vendors will be displaying and selling garden accessories. Tickets with maps are available in advance for $8 in Hastings at Alfresco, Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce, Bosley Pharmacy, S & S Market, Apols Landscaping and at thornapplegardenclub@yahoo.com. Tickets also will be available the day of the tour for $10 at the garden club booth on the courthouse lawn and at all gardens. (Photo by Elaine Gilbert) �Page 2 — Thursday, July 8, 2010 — The Hastings Banner School bond proposal won’t cost Hastings taxpayers additional money by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer If approved by voters in the Aug. 3 election, the Hastings Area Schools’ bond proposal would allow the district to install technology such as SmartBoards and digital projectors in classrooms, add barrier-free improvements, provide asbestos containment or abatement, upgrade emergency lighting, improve security, repair aging and deteriorating boilers, roofing, flooring and paving throughout the district, without a tax increase. Instead of asking for additional millage, the Hastings Area Schools Board of Education is asking for voters to extend its current debt retirement millage, which is scheduled for an approximately .02 rollback, at its current levy. The extension would mean the district could continue to collect approximately $1 a year for a property valued at $100,000 for up to 16 years. According to a flier released by the school district, the bond proposal would allow the district to borrow up to $3.2 million for the improvements through the federal government’s low-interest Qualified School Construction Bond, which would save the district more than $1 million in interest during the life of the bond. “Since 2004, through refunding, the district has reduced the debt levy by about 1 1/2 mills. So, we’ve done the right things to reduce it when we can. The board wasn’t going to go for a bond issue until we learned that we could do it with an extension, not a tax increase,” said Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee. “This is part of the Obama Administration’s stimulus package. It was part of the ‘shovel-ready’ programs that we put in for a year ago, but they ran out of money; we qualified, but they didn’t have money. This year, when they reallocated funding, we were 28th on the list. We have been awarded a very low-interest — between zero and 1 percent — loan, and the federal government picks up the rest of it. So, it’s either do it now or skip it; you’re not going to get that low-interest loan.” In a letter to parents, students and residents which is part of the flier now being distributed in the Hastings area, Satterlee wrote, “As you may have heard, the state continues to State rep. candidates to debate July 15 With less than a month before primary voters go to the polls, Republican candidates looking to succeed State Rep. Brian Calley (R-Portland) will have a debate Thursday, July 15, at the Barry County Commission on Aging at 7 p.m. Candidates for the 87th District candidates Michael T. Bremer (R-Middleville), Steve Fabiano (R-Portland) and Mike Callton (RNashville) are all confirmed participants. State Rep. Paul Scott (R-Grand Blanc) has agreed to moderate the debate and to prepare candidate questions. “The Barry County Republican Party encourages all interested voters to join us at the debate,” said County GOP Chairman Ben Geiger. “This is a great opportunity to compare the Republicans looking to be their next state representative.” Preceding the debate, a ‘meet and greet’ with the candidates will be held at 6 p.m. GOP candidates for state representative and contested Republican county candidates are invited to talk with and answer questions from interested citizens. The event is sponsored by the Barry County Republican Party. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, log on to www.barrygop.org. ‘Thumbs on the Wheel’ campaign highlights new driver texting ban As of Thursday, July 1, drivers who text behind the wheel risk not only a traffic crash but a $100 citation under provisions of a new state law designed to keep drivers’ eyes on the road and their hands on steering wheels. To encourage awareness and compliance, the Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP) is launching a “Thumbs on the Wheel” campaign that will feature billboards, public service announcements and posters. OHSP will use federal traffic safety funds for the campaign aimed at reducing driver distractions. “The state’s ban on texting while driving recognizes the potential danger when drivers are not fully focused on the road,” said Col. Eddie L. Washington Jr., director of the Michigan State Police. “As with all traffic laws, law enforcement officers will take appropriate action when witnessing violations. The primary enforcement law prohibits drivers from reading, manually typing or sending a text message while driving. Driving is defined as operating a moving motor vehicle on a street or highway. Exceptions are in place for reporting crashes, crimes or other emergencies. Drivers face a $100 fine for a first offense and a $200 fine for subsequent violations. No points are assessed or posted to a person’s driving record. Michigan is the 24th state to ban drivers from texting. Nationally, driver distraction is a major focus of the U.S. Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. There are three main types of distraction: • Visual – taking eyes off the road. • Manual – taking hands off the wheel. • Cognitive – taking mind off what is going on. While all distractions can endanger drivers’ safety, texting is the most alarming because it involves all three types of distraction, said Anne Readett of the OHSP. Michigan crash data captures information relative to cell phone use but does not differentiate whether a driver was talking or texting at the time of a crash. In 2009, the state recorded 947 people were using cell phones at the time of a crash. Crack-seal project starts Monday in Barry, Calhoun counties The Michigan Department of Transportation will be treating cracks along 17 miles of area highways beginning Monday, July 12. Locally, work will be done on M-66 from M-78 to Assyria Road and on M-78 reduce our operating allocation. These cuts greatly affect our ability to maintain our facilities. Routine building maintenance and emergency repair or replacement such as a roof or boiler will require us to take funding directly from our student programs. This bond initiative helps us maintain our most critical facility needs while protecting our operations budget for student programs.” “We just met with insurance people,” said Satterlee in an interview. “The emergency lighting needs to be put in the middle school, Volunteers sought for workday at Carter Lake Preserve Stewardship volunteers of the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy (SWMLC) will hold a workday at Carter Lake Preserve Saturday, July 10, from 9 a.m. to noon. The public is invited to attend and help out. The warm southern slopes of the hills above Carter Lake support unusual wildflowers, such as false boneset, wild bergamot and orange butterflyweed in the openings between the oaks. Spotted knapweed threatens to crowd out these wildflowers, said Pamela Larson, communications director with the SWMLC. “The conservancy is looking for local help in pulling out this noxious weed. It’s a worthwhile cause and a good excuse to enjoy the ‘north woods feel’ of Carter Lake Preserve,” said Larson. “Bring work gloves, sturdy footwear and insect repellent if you wish. SWMLC will provide beverages.” To register, call Wynn Jones at the SWMLC office 269-324-1600 by Thursday, July 8. For more information on this and other events, visit the SWMLC website at www.SWMLC.org. Donated by Tom and Lisa Groos in 2000, Carter Lake Preserve is a 57-acre nature preserve that is open to the public from dawn until dusk. in particular, because of the shape of the building, particularly in the older section, what would now be the center of the building. It has all those floors, and [in case of a fire] the stairwell will act like a chimney and the smoke will just come right up and you’re not going to be able to see anything if you don’t have emergency lighting in there.” Satterlee added that funds from the bond would be used to contain asbestos in the district’s older elementary schools and the middle school, as well as replacing worn flooring, inadequate roofing materials on the newer building additions in the district, replace worn doors, refurbish stage rigging and curtains at Central Auditorium, upgrade the phone system district-wide, add a security window to the office at the high school so staff could see everyone who enters the building, upgrade restrooms at the high school and make barrier-free improvements to all schools and Johnson Field. “But, right now the big push is to get technology in the classrooms especially at the secondary level — to put the SmartBoards and instructional technology in the secondary classrooms, that would take up a good share, over a third of the $3.2 million,” said Satterlee. “Our elementary students have access to educational technology, thanks to our PTOs and donors throughout the community that have helped provide that for our elementary kids,” he added. “[Students] have become accustomed to utilizing that technology in the ways that they learn and they get to the mid- PLAN, continued from page 1 tricts. The top three areas of concern were how long a message is displayed before it changes, how quickly a message changes and its brightness. The commission also discussed various tactics that could be used for regulating such signs. Commissioners directed Johnson to continue to researching methods of regulating brightness and display and bring that information before the commission at a future meeting. • Heard a Joint Planning Commission (JPC) report from Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield, a member of that panel, who said the JPC would be meeting with a facilitator July 14 or 15 to help develop an intergovernmental agreement. • Added examining sign requirements in residential districts to the planning commission’s 2010 work task list at the request of Hastings Community Development Director John Hart. • Received a copy of a draft of master plan amendments submitted by Rutland Charter by Patricia Johns Staff Writer On June 21, the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education approved the budget for the 2010-11 school year which began July 1. The budget for 2010-11 has $28,590,780 in available funds, and appropriations of $25,680,614 for expenditures were approved. Director of Finance Chris Marcy detailed the budget for board members. Savings in the budget came from contracting athletic trainer services for the school year which will save about $20,000. The athletic budget is now part of the general fund. No conferences or clinic will be attended during the 2010-11 school year which will save about $9,500. There was a reduction in the equipment and uniform budget which will save about $10,000. The athletic boosters will assist with Gas and steam engine show planned for July 9 and 10 from M-66 to the Eaton County line. Drivers can expect single-lane closures with traffic maintained under flag control. Work is expected to be completed by Sept. 30. ported by thousands of volunteers who pick up trash three times a year along 10,000 miles of state roadsides. Current volunteers include members of civic organizations, churches, businesses, government employees, school employees, labor unions and family members honoring a loved one. The collective efforts of these volunteer groups save the Michigan Department of Transportation about $1.5 million each year. Many two-mile sections of state highway are available for adoption. Groups of three or more people interested in adopting a section of highway are encouraged to contact MDOT or visit www.michigan.gov/adoptahighway for more details and to view a video about the program. The final pickup of the year is scheduled for Sept. 25 to Oct. 3. Township. According to communication from Mansfield to the commission, he was told by Township Supervisor Jim Carr that the amendment simply formally incorporates the township’s approved version of the Hastings Area Joint Land Use Plan into its master plan. He added that it is his understanding that the township’s version is identical to that adopted by the City of Hastings, with the exception that Rutland’s version excludes wetlands during calculation of built-out areas for the purpose of determining whether an urban services area can be expanded. • Received model ordinances being considered by surrounding communities to regulate the growth and distribution of medical marijuana. • Heard comments from Mark Englerth regarding a pole sign on his property on S. Hanover Street, and Mike Smith about parking his boat on his property on North Michigan Avenue. Both were directed to contact the zoning board of appeals. New TK budget still includes cuts Highway litter patrols to tackle second clean sweep of the year As many as 32,000 volunteers will be out on Michigan highways conducting their second clean sweep of the year during a scheduled Adopt-A-Highway pickup July 10 to 18. The statewide pickup is likely to yield more than 20,000 bags of trash over the nineday period. “Michigan needs to look its best during our summer months, and we couldn’t accomplish this without the help of thousands of AdoptA-Highway volunteers,” said State Transportation Director Kirk T. Steudle. “Please watch out for these people who are your neighbors in the community. Their safety is our number one concern. Please slow down and watch out for them as they pick up trash along the roadside.” The statewide litter beautification program is in its 20th season in Michigan and is sup- dle school and high school and it doesn’t exist; we don’t have those tools for them. To me, technology in the classroom is the way of the future. We need to provide our kids with the opportunity to learn in the way that they are going to work in the future. I think we are failing them if we don’t provide that opportunity.” Satterlee added that using technology in the classroom engages students and helps them learn. “We can either educate like it’s 1950 or we can educate like it is 2010,” he said. “I think the technology gives our kids a leg up and it engages them in learning.” If the bond is approved the improvements, especially those regarding technology, would begin almost immediately. The rest would take place over the course of the year. “That’s part of being ‘shovel ready,’ and we’re hopeful that we’ll be able to use local contractors for much of the work — that was the intention of the stimulus program all along,” said Satterlee. Absentee ballots for the Aug. 3 election are available through 2 p.m. Saturday, July 31. Contact the election clerk for absentee ballot applications. Absentee ballots must be obtained and submitted through the election clerk’s office. Satterlee invites those who have questions or comments about the bond proposal to contact him at his office 269-948-4926 or via email rsatterlee@hassk12.org. Displays and demonstrations will be on tap at the 39th annual gas and steam engine show at Historic Charlton Park Friday and Saturday. The 39th annual gas and steam engine show will be held at Historic Charlton Park on July 9 and 10. Visitors will learn the history of steam, oil and gas engines and steam boats and see a working sawmill, tractor parades, and more. An open class horse pull will be held Friday at 6 p.m. with the Michigan Horse Pulling Boat. Demonstrations will include shingle making, hay baling and the 1890 Corley sawmill in operation. The tractor parade will be at noon Friday and 2 p.m. Saturday. A steam engine spark show is planned for Friday evening. More tractors and steamers are expected this year than ever before, said organizers. Show hours are Friday 8 a.m. to dusk, Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission to this event is $5 for adults, $3 for children 4 to 12 years. The park is located between Hastings and Nashville, just off M-79. For more information call 269-945-3775, visit www.charltonpark.org, search Historic Charlton Park on Facebook. these purchases. Pay-to-participate fees will increase 20 percent which will bring in an additional $5,000. All the reductions and remaining fund balance reduce the amount the general fund subsidizes for the athletic department. The budget also includes savings from retirements and resignations of teaching staff and resignations, retirements and layoffs of support staff. In addition, no raises will be given to administrative staff. At this time, there are no raises for teaching or support staff because negotiations are still underway. Cuts are anticipated for the public library fund. Marcy told the board that tax revenue was less than expected to the decline in taxable value. Many expenses, including for food service, utilities and fuel for buses, were less than expected in the 2009-10 budget. Property value declines will continue to impact the 2010-11 budget. Marcy said she is projecting 25 fewer students for the coming school year. The cost of health insurance increased 11.33 percent. In conclusion, Marcy told the board that the fund balance is projected to be 11 percent by June 30, 2011, adding “this budget is still conservative.” The budget was accepted before the state legislature approved an additional $11 per full-time student be sent to school districts. Superintendent Gary Rider announced earlier in the year that the district would need to make about $2.5 million in cuts for the 201011 budget. “In the spring, when we announced the first $1.5 million in cuts, we also told everyone we would be anxiously awaiting the results of the state’s May consensus revenue estimating conference. With what the state told us last spring about funding, we anticipated the need to cut another $1 million from our budget before next fall.” Following this conference he said “We probably will only have little, if any, additional cuts to make before the fall.” Rider and Marcy continue to move cautiously in regard to state funding. The board also approved upgrading the telephone service for the school district. This will be paid for through the construction funds still available. The next meeting of the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education will be the annual organizational meeting Monday, July 14, in Room 1616 of the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 8, 2010 — Page 3 Charlton Park holds yet another fantastic July 4 event Ella Carroll plays teacher with her siblings in the old Lee School house and is surprised at what schools used to look like. by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern Charlton Park, known for its historic buildings and family events, held its 28th old-fashioned Fourth of July celebration Sunday, inviting people to experience old-time music, food and fun. Admission was free, and the day started with festivities and music. A barbecue lunch including chicken and pork was also served to all in attendance for a fee, live music was played, and Uncle Sam roamed the grounds handing out wooden nickels to the children. With numerous historical buildings dating back to the 1800s, children and parents alike explored the grounds, learning about the history of the county and the country at the same time. A pie contest was held, with entries in either berry or special pies categories. Sirena Smith took home first place in the special category with her banana cream pie, and Val Heinz won first in the berry category with a wild berry pie. Other events, such as sack races and eating contests, also took place, while ice cream and mugs of lemonade were given out to visitors. Charlton Park will host more events this month, including the gas and steam engine show this Friday and Saturday and a Civil War reenactment July 17. An antique outboard motor flea market is planned for July 24 and the county-wide yard sale returns the same day. For more information, visit www.charltonpark.org or call 269-945-3775. At right: Gary and Kathy Nickel read about the history of the old general store, while Lois Bremer stands behind the counter and shares her knowledge. Uncle Sam stops to give Kaylee Brown a wooden nickel. Some classic cars were displayed for guests to enjoy. Attendees Cameron, Alex and Jonathan Vandergeld play with a press in the old print shop. Nick Barlow (right) and Bob Reaser (left) are among the many serving and preparing food. Pam Ferris and Rick Moore stand inside the Relay for Life booth, selling water and collecting donations. Kids relax in the shade of one of the classic cars, taking a break from exploring. Numerous guests wait in line to be served the day’s menu, pork or chicken barbecue. �Page 4 — Thursday, July 8, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Board has saved township money To the editor: Please vote no on the Aug. 3 recall. Jim Stoneburner and Jill Owens have been far too busy running the township and preparing it for the 21st century to spend much time overreacting to the political spitefulness shown by members of the recall committee. This board has shown leadership in many ways, but of noteworthy importance is its proactive approach to the ongoing property assessment deficiencies that have plagued this township (and other area townships) for years. By recognizing the township’s vulnerabilities, they hired an independent auditing firm to analyze the township assessment records, and with that information obtained important recommendations and suggestions for improvement — essentially helping avoid a state-mandated audit. This preemptive strike has essentially saved us thousands of tax dollars. Why? Because a state-mandated audit makes the township vulnerable to higher costs incurred when the state imposes its own timelines and other bureaucratic costs. This board helped us dodge a bullet. Other townships have not been so lucky. This is the type of leadership we need — officials who confront problems and take action appropriately. Residents should learn the difference between a real story and a contrived controversy. We think the real issue here is political power — those that lost it two years ago thanks to the wisdom of voters — now want it back. We believe this is a special- interest political ploy orchestrated by disgruntled citizens. Do not let your last vote in the general election be voided by the few. We need this board to continue the job they began. Vote no to the recall on Aug. 3. Mic and Kathy Mutschler, Delton Votes should not be nullified To the editor: We must show our community that truth always prevails. How? By voting “no” on Aug. 3 to recall our township supervisor and clerk. We live in a democracy, and our votes should not be nullified by special interest groups who want things done their way. Jim Stoneburner and Jill Owens are good, ethical, and conscientious individuals and are competent stewards of our township money. Do not deprive us of our democracy. Your vote “no” will confirm that truth always wins in the end. Linda Russell, Prairieville Township Institute should follow own policy To the editor: Pierce Cedar Creek Institute is hosting a fundraiser on July 17. A Midsummer Night’s Green is advertised on the institute’s website as “a fundraising event ... a magical event of delicious food, entertainment, camaraderie ...” where local food, handcrafted beer and wine will be served. Sounds like fun, but there are a couple of mischievous sprites hiding behind this magic. The first mischief is that the serving of alcohol is forbidden by the institute’s posted policies. The second mischief is in the underlying reasons for that policy. The first mischief — for a pleasant afternoon, take a drive to the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute, attend an event, or walk the trails. But as you approach the institute, stop at the entrance and the sign that welcomes you explains that no smoking or alcoholic beverages are allowed. Again, at the doors to the visitor center and the education building, note the repetition of the no-smoking and no-alcohol policy. There are no exceptions; simply, the entire facility is free of smoking and alcohol. The second mischief — when I, Gary, was director of the institute, I suggested the establishment of the no-alcohol policy. The governing board reviewed and accepted that policy without exception. The reasons were simple: Events at which alcohol could be served might easily become rowdy and the view of the public toward the institute could easily turn to the negative; we were concerned about children, people opposed to alcohol con- sumption, recovering alcoholics and others who might be made uncomfortable to be at events where alcohol is served; when alcohol is served, drunkenness is often the toll, and a few irresponsible individuals might drive drunk. The board refused to take the risk of being either culpable or liable for what might happen as the result of drinking at an institute event. At Midsummer Night’s Green, the entry fee will include two tickets to sample beer or wine. “Additional tickets may be purchased at the event,” according to promotional material. This is an invitation, to an irresponsible drinker, to over consume. In all, the misuse of alcohol at the institute’s “first annual fundraiser,” is in conflict with policies and practices that have been in place for nearly 12 years. As son and daughter of Bill and Jessie Pierce, founders of the institute, and for Gary, the founding director of the institute, we sincerely wish the best for the institute’s gifts to the community and the success of its fundraiser. We do not, however, support the use of alcoholic beverages for the institute’s fundraising, contrary to its own policies. We heartily implore the institute to either cancel the event or to actually prohibit, once and for all, the imbibing of alcohol at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute. Gary Pierce and Mary Pierce, Dowling Independence Day is more than fireworks, picnics and parades We celebrated a special day Sunday, marking the birthday of our great nation and commemorating the signing of the Declaration of Independence, 234 years ago on July 4, 1776. The founding fathers of the new nation wanted this to be a day of celebration and rejoicing. Former President John Adams once wrote that the day “ought to be solemnized with pomp and parade, with shows, games sports, guns, bells, bonfires and illuminations, from one end of this continent to the other from this time forward for evermore.” And so the Fourth of July has become a very important time for entire communities, families and friends to get together for picnics, parades and fireworks all in celebration of this great nation, just as Adams had hoped. Our founding fathers were determined that the young government and its leaders would be able to put together a document that derived its powers from the people, protecting their rights of representation and liberty at all costs. Adams wrote, “But a Constitution of Government once changed from Freedom, can never be restored. Liberty, once lost, is lost forever.” As we look back on July 4, 2010, can you imagine what Washington, Adams, Jefferson, Madison, Lee, Hamilton and others would have to say on what’s happening in today’s government? For more much of those 234 years, Americans were willing to give whatever was necessary to maintain an economy of strength like no other nation in the world. Yet after all these years, the U.S. is giving up its leading economic position to other nations that aspire to a better way of life. Last week, GM announced that sales for new cars in China surged by 48.5 percent, out-pacing sales in the United States for the first time in history. According to a Detroit News report, “GM’s U.S. sales are recovering, even though the American automaker is retiring or selling half of its domestic brands as part of a radical restructuring that included a stint in bankruptcy last year. GM’s U.S. sales were up 14.3 percent in the first half of 2010. But in the booming Chinese market, GM and its local ventures registered a 48.5 percent sales surge for the six months to record levels.” Here at home, just when many Americans were under the impression that things were getting better, the rescue many were hoping for might turn into a “double-dip” economic downturn, making it harder to start our economic engines in the coming months. According to a U.S. labor department report released last Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics God is too in the Declaration of Independence To the editor: Some of the most disturbing rhetoric coming out of the liberal press these days is that our founders were not really religious men and that they seldom mentioned God, even in the Declaration of Independence. It’s incredible that this is even a point of discussion – a sad reality of our time. The Declaration of Independence is the official and unequivocal affirmation by the American people of their belief and faith in God. It affirms God’s existence as a “self-evident” truth that requires no further discussion or debate. The nation created by the great Declaration is God’s country. The rights it defines are God-given. The actions of its signers are God-inspired. The Declaration contains five references to God – God as Supreme Lawmaker, God as Creator of all men, God as the source of all rights, God as the world’s Supreme Judge and God as our Protector on whom we can rely. The Declaration of Independence declares Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. week, “the overall jobless rate fell to 9.5 percent in June from 9.7 in May. But that was largely because many people gave up looking for work. Employers cut a net 125,000 jobs last month, a loss driven by the end of 225,000 temporary census jobs.” For nearly 30 years now, we’ve continued to ship industrial jobs off shore, to the point that we can clearly see places other nations’ standard of living on the rise, while here we’re allowing ours to decline. What was once the world’s greatest economy is now dropping down the list while other countries are growing. Ross Perot cautioned us nearly 20 years ago when he descriptively said the loss of so many of our industrial jobs would create “a loud sucking sound” as the jobs moved overseas. As we close in on another election season, it is crucial that voters read and understand each candidate’s positions on issues that will ultimately impact our lives. We must try to elect leaders who understand the importance of a strong industrial base and how that stabilizes our economy and our way of life. At a recent job fair held in metro Detroit, thousands of jobseekers turned-out looking to fill over 3,000 positions ranging from insurance agents, sales personnel, engineers and financial planners. These jobs and their continuing growth will depend on how approach industrial expansion here at home. Many of our government leaders are hailing the new economy — allowing the loss of industrial jobs in exchange for servicebased and high-tech industries. We shouldn’t be in the business of selecting the kind of jobs that will help us maintain our economic future; we should support any and all expansion here at home. Our industrial sectors are the engines for a strong economy, giving us the jobs that ultimately drive all other areas of our economy. Our nation’s leaders seemed to be focused on health care, the environment, immigration and other distractions, when the real crisis affecting most Americans is finding a job. Jobs are what support the economic powerhouse needed to solve all the other issues we face. What can we do as citizens? Throw out the incumbents and replace them with leaders who understand the problems and are willing to do something about it. Shop at home. Try to purchase American-made products. By doing so, you will be investing in a future and determining our standard of living in the coming years. that each of us is created. If we were created, we must have had a Creator. The Declaration of Independence declares that each of us is created equal. This means equally endowed with inalienable rights. It does not mean that we are all born with equal capabilities, since obviously we are not. Nor does it mean that all of us can be made equal, as Communist dogma alleges. Obviously and realistically, as the modern discovery of DNA now confirms, each of God’s creatures is unequal and different in every other way from every other person who has ever lived on the face of the earth. The Declaration of Independence proclaims that life and liberty are the inalienable gifts of God – natural rights – which no person or government can rightfully take away. It affirms the purpose of government is to secure our God-given inalienable individual rights,and that the government derives its powers from the consent of the governed. Our Declaration reduced government master to servant for the first time in history. Carl Swanson Delton People need a leader who listens To the editor: I would like to put a good word in for Mike Callton who is running for the house of representatives. Knowing him through the years, I have found him to always listen to me and my concerns. This is something we need in a leader in our government, someone who listens. He seems to be concerned about everyones’ needs, and he is most capable of helping each of us with our problems. I would like you to vote for him. I believe this man can make a difference in government. Alice Forshey Luscher Lake Odessa Is state school aid enough? The Hastings The Michigan State Legislature continued to wrangle over provisions of the school aid budget June 30, even though it had promised to complete the budget in time for local districts to present their 2010-11 school budgets by the July 1 deadline. The state added a payment of $11 per full-time student to school aid. Was this too little, too late? Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Banner Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. 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I’m so tired of all their fighting over the budget.” Theron Barlow, Hastings: “I think it’s a shame that we’re losing so many good teachers just because of funding.” Bill Eckstrom, Lake Odessa: “Their failure to act has created problems for the schools. I wish they would take the politics out of it and think about the kids’ education.” Norm Barlow, Hastings: “I think that schools should be the first priority, and the government is putting other things first instead. I think a lot of money is mis-spent, and it’s wrong.” • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 8, 2010 — Page 5 IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Former rep supports civility, reason To the editor: It was a distinct honor and privilege for me to have represented Barry and Ionia counties in the Michigan legislature for 12 years. Since my retirement from the legislature in 1995, and from further governmental service with then-Gov. Engler in 2004, I have (pretty much) steered clear of the political arena. The current Republican primary election for the U.S. congressional and state house seats, however, has rekindled the desire to throw my two cents’ worth into those particular races. Like many of you, I have become increasingly concerned and disappointed by a political climate that seems to be excessively partisan, extremely divisive and at times just plain lacking in civility. I believe we must elect legislators who can be a voice of reason and moderation in dealing with the many and varied problems we face in our state and nation. We, in Barry and Ionia counties, have two such candidates on the ballot this year. First, Steve Heacock is a candidate for the U.S. 3rd congressional seat being vacated by Vern Ehlers. This congressional district has a history of talented and capable legislators that is second to none. Jerry Ford, Paul Henry and Vern Ehlers are notable examples. Steve Heacock is definitely cut from the same cloth. Intelligent, pragmatic and extremely accomplished, he has proven to be a voice of reason and moderation in bringing people together for the common good. Similarly, Mike Bremer is candidate for the Michigan House of Representatives from the 87th district, who possesses many of the characteristics exhibited by Steve Heacock. Questioning, pragmatic and with a calm demeanor, Mike is particularly effective in bringing people with diverse opinions together and collectively engaging in logical and rational problem-solving. I encourage you to join me in supporting Steve Heacock for U.S. Congress and Mike Bremer for state representative. Bob Bender, Former state representative, Middleville State needs leaders to put Michigan on track to prosperity To the editor: As a small-business owner, I want a state representative who can understand the difficulties I face every day in the worst economy Michigan has seen since the Great Depression, someone who will support Barry and Ionia counties. Steve Fabiano has also been a small-business owner and he knows first-hand the tax and regulatory burdens small-business owners face every day. Steve has seen the needs of local communities and business owners as a member of Portland City Council and wants to apply his common-sense values that have served him there and as Looking Glass Regional Fire Chief to our state house. He wants to get Michigan on the right track to prosperity and make Lansing work again for residents like us. I want to be able to provide for my family and live in a state where I know my children can prosper, as well. I want to be able to trust my representative to be pragmatic and not play into party politics. That’s why I’m voting for Steve Fabiano. Marc Finkbeiner, Portland Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of Financial moves for non-retiring baby boomers If you’re in one of the early waves of baby boomers, you may know some retirees who are now enjoying a wide variety of activities — possibly even including a new career. And you, too, may now have some choices about how to spend your time. Should you stay at your current job? Should you retire altogether and travel or pursue hobbies? Or should you “retire” and then start a new job, do some consulting or even open your own business? While you may have choices on how to draw an income, you’ll also have some key issues to consider. For starters, think about how your earnings might affect one source of retirement income: Social Security. As an early wave baby boomer, your “full retirement age,” from a Social Security standpoint, will be around 66. If you are younger than full retirement age during all of 2010, you will lose $1 from your benefits for each $2 you earn above $14,160. But if you reach your full retirement age during 2010, you’ll lose $1 from your benefits for each $3 you earn above $37,680 until the month you reach that age. (Keep in mind that these figures are for 2010 only; for changes in 2011 and succeeding years, you’ll want to check with the Social Security Administration.) Once you reach full retirement age, you can keep all your benefits, no matter how much you earn. Deciding what to do about Social Security isn’t the only move you need to make if you work during your “normal” retirement years. You’ll also want to contribute as much as possible to your IRA, 401(k) or other employersponsored retirement plan. During these years, with your children grown and your mortgage possibly paid, you may have more investable income available — so take advantage of the opportunity. K-12 budget finished, for now You’ll also need to carefully review your portfolio to help ensure your investment mix is appropriate for your needs. To stay ahead of inflation, you’ll still need to invest for growth, but since you’re not that far from retirement, you’ll also want to control risk and volatility as much as possible. Furthermore, you’re at the time of life when you may want to consider consolidating your investment and retirement accounts. If you have an IRA here, a 401(k) there and another account someplace else, you have a lot of paperwork to keep track of, both during the year and, especially, at tax time. But even more importantly, with all your accounts scattered, you might not be following one central, unifying investment approach — an approach that could help make it easier for you to pursue your long-term goals, including a comfortable retirement. By consolidating your accounts with one company, you can save time and possibly reduce administrative fees — while your accounts can work in harmony on your behalf. This may be a good time to consult with a professional financial advisor — someone who can help you make those choices that can help provide you with the freedom to spend this next phase of your life doing as you please. After all, you’ve earned it. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, July 8 — Maranda’s Park Party at Barry County Expo Center, noon to 2 p.m.; Movie Memories remembers Billy Wilder with “Seven Year Itch,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 9 — preschool story time celebrates sharks, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Tuesday, July 13 — toddler story time celebrates the beach, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 14: summer reading presents Briny Puppet Tales produced by teens, 2 to 3 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library for more information at 269-945-4263. 77547417 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd. • Hastings, MI 49058 • (269) 945-3775 www.charltonpark.org 07546915 •DEMONSTRATIONS 2010 • Steamboats on the Thornapple FRIDAY: 8:00 A.M. - DUSK • 1895 Corley Sawmill Threshing SATURDAY: 8:00 A.M. - DUSK •• Wheat Stationary Baling • Baker Fan • Shingles Sawed & Branded • Sawdust Penny Scramble • Steam Engine ADMISSION – FRIDAY & SATURDAY • Steamed Corn Adults (13 & Over) - $5.00 & Tractor •EXHIBITS Children (5-12 yrs. old) - $3.00 • Antique Trucks Parade Swap Meet Spaces $10.00 • Antique Tractors Friday 12 noon Camping $6.00 per unit for non-members • Gas Engine Thursday, Friday & Saturday Nights! Saturday at 2 pm • Hit and Miss Engines CampAdmission and Camping FREE for • Steam Boats Exhibitors • Steam Engines • Antique Motorcycles Run Your Engines Here! *Show • Food Vendors content is Given the way the last few years have gone, it was a relief that the K-12 budget (aka school aid fund) passed July 1. As you may recall, there was a slight holdup on this budget because of differing opinions on what to do with a so-called “surplus.” Senate leadership wanted to cover community colleges from the school aid fund. House leaders wanted to spend it down to zero on K-12. Both were bad ideas. This surplus is based on a string of months where the revenue came in at levels higher than expected. It is good news, but not good enough to throw caution to the wind. I drafted and sent a letter to the governor indicating that both plans (general fund transfer and spending the fund balance down to zero) should be rejected. This surplus should be left in the school aid fund until we have more evidence that it is real. I am pleased to report that this is exactly what happened — for now. The budget was passed by the House and the Senate, and the excess funds were left alone. The problem is, money does not tend to sit around too long at any level of government. As we deal with the remaining budgets and the shortage we face there, the school aid fund will be a tempting target for some. In fact, I suspect that there are some who fully intend to make another run at that money. I believe it is important to do more than comply with the letter of the Michigan Constitution. We also must comply with the spirit of it. And that means not using school aid fund money to relieve general fund pressure. Call 945-9554 for Hastings Banner classified ads EDWARD JONES �Social News Page 6 — Thursday, July 8, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Area Obituaries Elizabeth A. Hamer MIDDLEVILLE, MI - Elizabeth A. Hamer, age 88, of Middleville, passed away July 4, 2010. She is survived by a son Joe Hamer, daughters; Violet (Floyd) Hitchcock, Joan (Ivan) Knapp, and Patricia (Jack) Patrick, 11 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband Claude, and seven siblings. The family will receive friends Friday, July 9, 2010 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Beeler Funeral Home in Middleville. Memorial contributions to Pennock Hospice will be appreciated. Arrangements made by Beeler Funeral Home in Middleville. Worship Together… Marriage Licenses 77547414 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Seventh Sunday after Pentecost July 11 - One service 10:00. Annual Congregation Meeting. Noisy Offering for Love, Inc. No Sunday School June/August; Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover grace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Coffee Time; 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 6:30 p.m. Softball Game; 7 p.m. Praise Team. Friday - 9 a.m. Golfer’s Group. Monday - 6:30 p.m. Softball Game. Wednesday - 6 p.m. Great Start Meeting. 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Reba Lydy will celebrate her 95th birthday on July 11th. Family, friends and neighbors are invited to share her birthday cake on Sunday, July 11th from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Hidden Valley Community Room, 520 W. Woodlawn Avenue, Hastings. No gifts please. A look down memory lane... Fresh out of the attic CK&S Railroad Part I Hammond-Prentice Diane (Burandt) Hammond of Hastings wish to announce the engagement of her daughter, Brandie Lynn Hammond to Donovan Edward Prentice of Hastings, son of Steven and Sharon Phillips of Hastings. The bride-elect graduated in 2001 at Hastings High School and is currently a stayat-home mom to son, Tristin Steven Prentice. The groom-elect graduated in 2001 at Hastings High School and has been employed at Tom’s Market since 1999. A July 24, 2010 outside wedding is planned at the grooms parents home. The couple and child will be residing in Hastings. Koons-Harsevoort Fiberglass Products Reba Lydy to celebrate 95th birthday From TIME to TIME WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. Lauer Family Funeral Homes 945-4700 If you see Herb or Nadine Smelker on July 10, 2010 wish them a Happy 45th anniversary. Darrell, Rachel and Susan, and families. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: 102 Cook Hastings Herbert and Nadine Smelker to celebrate 45 years of marriage Joseph Steven Arnett, Hastings and Hannah Kelsey Shumway, Hastings. Cody Benjamin Ayars, Hastings and Alicia Ann Harper, Hastings. Michael Keith Carpenter, Middleville and Jennifer Lynn Bowman, Middleville. Shawn Wayne Hawthorne, Hastings and Janice Ann Cohoon, Hastings. Billy Jack Holtrust, Hastings and Amber Lynn Davis, Hastings. Benjamin Wayne Hook, Delton and Sarah Ann Barrett, Battle Creek. Brian Kelly McDonald, Nashville and Kimberly Sue Wilbert, Nashville. Michael Lee Pifer, Middleville and Jacqulyn Kay Tompkins, Middleville. Donovan Edward Prentice, Hastings and Brandie Lynn Hammond, Hastings. Dillard Smith III, Dowling and Ashley Ann Felder, Dowling. Todd Alan VanKampen, Hastings and Peggy Sue Eye, Hastings. Daniel James Weber, Battle Creek and Jennifer Lynne Campbell, Bellevue. John Charles Wickham, Delton and Gwyn Leah High, Delton. Adam Joseph Windes, Hastings and Lauren Adella Hartman, Hastings. Mr. and Mrs. David Koons of Hastings, Mich., announce the engagement of their daughter, Miss Brooke Kristen Koons, to Mr. Jeffery Aaron Harsevoort, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Harsevoort of Holland, Mich. The bride-elect was a 2006 graduate of Hastings High School and a recent graduate of Cornerstone University. The groom-elect was a 2006 graduate of West Ottawa High School and a recent graduate of Cornerstone University. An October wedding is planned. by H. D. Burpee To coincide with the upcoming festival (July 17) to celebrate the history of the Chicago, Kalamazoo and Saginaw (CK&S) Railroad, Banner staff thought readers would enjoy a look back into the archives. This account appeared in the April 18, 1963 Hastings Banner. ***** To those of us who have passed the half century mark, the name “CK&S” arouses many nostalgic memories of bumpy train rides on a little “one-horse” line that swayed and rumbled its way through lush countryside and past little lakes that seemed especially cool and enticing when seen in summertime from the stifling interior of a dusty coach that was neither air nor smoke- conditioned. Yet, despite its “comic opera” aspects, the little line played a highly useful role for many years in the business and social life of Barry County. Before the era of good roads (which came late in Barry County), the CK&S served as a main highway for passenger and freight traffic. More important locally, it was the one and only convenient connecting link between the towns and little communities along its route. With hard surfaced roads and automobiles so commonplace today, it is difficult to visualize now the advantage of having railroad service of this sort. The CK&S was never quite able to prosper, but in the slow process of economic decay, it did add to the wealth and progress of the communities it served. Harold Burpee, who has been writing interesting bits of local history to his “Fresh Out of the Attic” column in the Hastings Banner has managed to bring together many new and unusual facts concerning this railroad which will appear in following issues. Within a few years, the last vestiges of this once busy little line will have disappeared completely into the countryside from which it was formed. But Mr. Burpee’s articles, we believe, will recall many vivid memories to the “old timers” of the county and be of considerable interest to later arrivals as well – Ed. ––––––– A couple of months ago, Dr. Bernard asked me to write a history of the CK&S Railroad for the February meeting of the Bernard Museum and Historic Society here in Delton. Well I told him I would although I must confess that at that time, I didn’t know how. I had never been able to find out much about the real history of the railroad. I could relate experience after experience that I knew and personally saw happen on the line, especially due to the fact that I rode this line from Delton to Hastings and back every school day for two years while I was in the 11th and 12th grades in Hastings High School back in the old days when Delton only had 10 grades to offer. Before, I had checked with the Gazette library in Kalamazoo to see what they might have on the CK&S Their answer was “nothing.” In a day or two after Dr. Bernard asked me to do this, I went to Kalamazoo and made a few telephone calls and located an old man still working in the New York Central office, by the name of Howard Barnum. He told me that Dick Clark, son of Tommy Clark (an old conductor on the C K&S) had at one time, while attending Western State University, written a history of this railroad as a thesis in one of his classes. After making a few more telephone calls I obtained Dick’s address in Flint from his nieces in Kalamazoo. I wrote Dick and asked him if I could borrow this paper after telling him what I wanted of it and at the same time sending a sample of my “Fresh Out of the Attic.” In a few days, I received the following letter along with the paper. You will never know how tickled I was to receive this. It contained all I could ever expect and more: Dear Mr. Burpee: I am sorry at the delay at sending this paper but it was here at school where I teach and I had a little trouble locating it. This paper is as accurate as I could make it. Do not pay attention to the penciled notations because this paper was used for a report and they were made at that time. I do have in my possession the original cash ledger for construction expenditures. This is quoted in the paper as you will notice. This is my only copy, so please return it either to my home or here at school. You are free to use all or any part of it. Yours truly, Richard J. Clark Needless to say I used it all. I wouldn’t know what I could possibly leave out. He had an A on it so I guess someone else must have thought it was pretty good, too. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did and as much as the people who attended the historic meeting did a month ago. The first installment of Dick Clark’s article will appear next week. (To be continued) �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 8, 2010 — Page 7 Lake Odessa by Elaine Garlock The Ionia County Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, July10 at 1 p.m. at the Depot Museum. On tap will be a slide show featuring some of the history of Lake Odessa. The library will be open until 5 p.m. Visitors are always welcome. The local historical society will have Depot Day July 31 but no monthly membership meetings in July or August. The Lake Odessa Fair ended in a blaze of fireworks Sunday night with no money from the State of Michigan, funds were recruited locally so youngsters showing crafts or livestock could have some premium money. Also, there was no funding for purses, so there was no horse racing this year. Other events attracted the crowds in front of the grandstand besides horse shows and volleyball tournaments, food aplenty and all manner of souvenirs to buy. This was a year for a ladies’ day program with a quilt show, an ever-popular event. The reception for Marian Klein, grand marshal of the 2010 fair parade, drew more than 200. People parked on both sides of Emerson Street and on side streets besides filling the parking area on the depot grounds. There was a great display of Marian’s photos from three eras of her life and souvenirs from her travels such as well-marked passports. Many members of the Klein, Curtis and Hoffs family attended, as well as scores of local people who admire this lady. Historical Society members served refreshments with a decorated cake as the main attraction on the serving table. Dozens of people attended the Monday night gathering at the museum for dedication of the prisoner-of-war exhibit with its unveil- ing. Visitors were drawn from Edmore and Belding. Teacher James Goodspeed who discovered the wealth of material concerning formation of the camp and the agricultural ties, came from Ithaca. John Waite, president of the host historical society, opened the gathering and led in the Pledge of Allegiance. It was rather fitting that this took place in the immediate shadow of Independence Day. Waite read the background of the event which included information from the family on the life of a soldiers, Hans, after he left the prison here. He was in France a few years before returning to his town in East Germany with its restrictions due to Community Rule. He was intent that he would one day escape the confines. In the meantime, he married and had two children. He and his wife made many visits to friends in the west zone, each time wearing layers of clothing and having items hidden within, aiming toward their eventual escape which did not come until 1951. They were sponsored by a Grand Rapids church which had prepared a home for them. A doll for their little daughter and a toy for their son were their first gifts. The family had eaten only a package of soft rolls on their train trip from New York with only $7 in Hans’ pocket when they arrived in New York. He was employed at the Eermans Publishing Company, using his printing skills learned in Germany. Bob Reed spoke about how he chanced to meet Hans and how they continued to see each other often, becoming good friends. One daughter spoke and introduced each family member. Following the unveiling by directors of the society, refreshments were served and lots of conversation ensued as the audience chatted with the visitors. As a final note, John brought the caravan to the Yonkers’ home where daughter Judy Johnson escorted the visitors to her back lawn where they could see the spot where the prison camp had been back in 1944 and 1945. The display includes some history, a prisoner’s homemade cap found after their attempted escape, a dog tag, photos of the camp, photos and story of Hans. The 55th Alethian chicken barbecue will be Friday in the air-conditioned fellowship hall. Tickets are available at Walker Pharmacy and from any Alethian member. Art in the Park is history for another year. New this year was location of most of the food vendors in the parking lot of Swifty’s Place along M-50. Most of the dealers chose to use canopy protection from the hot sun. The circle drive at the foot of Third Avenue has been remade into a parking area for handicappers with no vehicular approach to the park from that direction. There was musical entertainment most of the day at the enlarged performance area adjacent to the bandstand. One vendor from Lansing who has come for many years with his woodworking projects had new items this year. There were many booths with jewelry. Others had herbs and books and hand towels to hang on refrigerators. The art committee had some new members this year. Central United Methodist Church is holding its vacation Bible school this week through Saturday with evening classes each night and a carnival Saturday afternoon. “ S t r etchi n g ” “Your repair dollars go further at” Dawn Patrol to be held Sunday at city-county airport in Hastings by John Mantle It's easy to get the most out of summer in Michigan. As the weather gets warmer, and the hours of sunshine grow longer and ever more languid, the good times roll on, and on, and on. But whatever plans the public has this year, make to keep Sunday, July 11 free to eat breakfast and meet friends and neighbors out at the local airport. That's the day of the Hastings Flying Association’s “Dawn Patrol,” and the annual event is shaping up to be the best ever. We're all looking forward to seeing everyone at the premier aviation get-together in Southwest Michigan. The great thing about small airports like Hastings is that they are not too busy. Sure, there are takeoffs and landings – actually, quite a few of them, more than 20,000 a year – but the place is peaceful, grassy, and a fine place to find a shady spot and have a picnic. Breakfast July 11 at the Barry County-City of Hastings Airport will be served between 7 and 11 a.m. There will be pancakes and sausage, eggs, orange juice and lots of coffee. And if you want to find out how much fun it is to fly in a small plane, the Hastings Flying Association is offering airplane rides – an opportunity to, perhaps, see your home and the rest of Hastings from the air. There’s a lot of history at Hastings Airport, even today. For instance, just after the end of World War II, Hastings was the temporary home to several P-51 Mustangs, the legendary fighter aircraft that has taken its rightful place in aviation lore alongside the Spitfire and the Hurricane. The Mustangs have long gone, but the airport is proud to have a beautifully restored 1946 Navion four-seat airplane, built by North American Aviation on the same assembly line that built the P-51. Norm Noviskey, a 79-year-old founding member of the Hastings Flying Association, remembers when the Mustangs came to town from Canada. Some were flown in, some came in crates, and one met an unhappy end during a landing mishap. “Those P-51s were beautiful,” he says. “I THISS AUTO could have bought one of them, with just 100 hours on the engine, for $800.” It would have been a good investment. A restored Mustang in premium condition is now worth millions of dollars – if you can find one. Randy VanLiere is the owner of the Navion, the Mustangs’ successor. He bought the airplane about six years ago, partially disassembled and derelict in a hanger on a private airstrip a few miles north of Grand Rapids. He hauled the bits and pieces that had once been an airplane in a rental truck to Aurora, Neb. where it underwent a total professional restoration over the next four years. It has state-of-the-art radio and navigation equipment, and a totally refurbished airframe. Randy, a pilot for 44 years, named it “Miss America Two,” flew it to Sturgis and had it painted in red, white and blue, a similar paint scheme to the original Miss America, a P-51 fighter that has earned fame in the Reno, Nev. air races. On most weekends, Randy flies his plane from Hastings. Maybe you’ll be lucky enough to see him in the air during this year’s Dawn Patrol breakfast. Randy says he restored his Navion, rather than purchasing a ready-to-fly plane, because, “I have always been a fan of military airplanes, and the Navion has its roots as a military airplane, the L-17. “It is extremely agile, and can get in and out of short, unimproved fields. It is also very stable in rough air,” he added. Norm Noviskey and his wife Joyce share the title of unofficial “dean” of the Hastings Flying Association. They have been involved in aviation in Hastings for so long that they are the experts on anything involving aviation and airplanes in Southwest Michigan. The Hastings Flying Association honored them for their many years of service at a special dinner in late June. They were presented with plaques, cards, and a matched pair of personalized jackets, naming them lifetime members of the association. They will also be at the Dawn Patrol breakfast, and the public is invited to meet them. RELAY FOR LIFE Hastings Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic TEAM CHEER WILL BE HOLDING A CAR WASH ON • Lube - Oil - Filter.......................16.95 SAT., JULY 10TH from 9AM TO 3PM up to 5 qts. oil • by appointment 77547439 Benefit Car Wash • Mechanical Repairs & Service IN THE • Laser Wheel Alignment ..........39.95 K-MART PARKING LOT most cars • Shocks & Struts • Brakes • Air Conditioning Recharge • Collision & Auto Body Repair In memory of 2295 South M-37 Hwy., Hastings TOM LESLIE (269) 948-3387 Dennis Thiss, Owner 3/16/43 ~ 7/14/09 Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply 77547442 Satisfaction Guaranteed Repairs! We love and miss you. Wife, Daughter, Son & Daughter-In-Law, Grandson & Granddaughter 77547589 77547583 tooth tigers roamed our land. Glaciers are superb agents of erosion and they made deep, majestic valleys in the ancient rocks now in the park. The steep sides of the valleys allow us to see the stromatolites and all the other features of the ancient rocks. The deep, majestic valleys take your breath away and keep people coming back to Glacier National Park year after year. Even a casual visitor to America’s parks and gardens can learn a lot about Earth history and the ice age. In Manhattan’s Central Park, for example, some of the rocks show the effects of ice age glaciation. Giant blocks of rock moved many miles by glaciers, called erratics because they don’t belong in the area, are littered around Central Park. And the bedrock shows deep striations or grooves carved by the rocks trapped in the glacier as it moved. So even in urban areas, the natural world can speak to us if we are in the frame of mind to listen. By the way, besides sailing that kayak, another fine event in Glacier National Park stands out in my mind. Near streams and in the lowlands there were plenty of huckleberries to pick. What can be better than foraging for your own food on summer vacation when you are a town kid used to hot lunches at school? I owe my parents a lot, I think, in giving me those early memories. Now that I’m older I realize one reason we made road and camping trips when I was a kid was that spending time away from home in that mode doesn’t cost as much as some other means of getting away. But the fact that local park visits or camping trips are low budget doesn’t mean they are low value. Seize the day this summer, in our national parks or someplace closer to home. Picking up rocks or hunting fossils doesn’t cost much, and the soul you enrich may be your own. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University. Peters can be reached at epeters@wsu.edu. Thinking of Buying? Let a National Association of Realtor’s Certified Residential Specialist show you the purchase opportunity of a lifetime! Come be a participant or a spectator at the 2ND ANNUAL MUDDED OBSTACLE COURSE AND MUD DRAG hosted by Off-road Challenge, opening night at the Mark Poll Barry County Fair July 19, 2010 1-888-477-6591 269-945-0514 Register @ www.offroadmi.com until 7-17-10 or in person on 7-19-10 starting @ 3pm in the infield of the Grandstands, $25 entry fee per driver. 305 S. Broadway (M-37) www.TradeMarkRealty.com ® The For more info call Terry @ 269-208-5096 or Sheryl @ 269-209-5766 Practice hot lap begins @ 5:30pm, (must be registered first) Race starts at 7pm! 77547579 by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters My finest memory from childhood is sailing a kayak my clever brother had made out of plywood and canvas. The sailing adventure was on a lake in Glacier National Park. The wind was good, my beloved dog was tucked between my knees for ballast, and I scooted over the water like a rocket – or so it seemed to an 11year-old. I have a black and white photo of that event (the world was black and white in those days), and I cherish the photo greatly even though it’s faded. If you and your little ones still hope to get in a family camping trip this summer and make some memories, there’s no time to lose. And with that in mind, let me tell you a bit about the geology of Glacier National Park. Even if you only visit it in prose, it can do your spirits good while you camp or explore nature in parks in local spots wherever you live across the nation. And what geologists have learned in Glacier National Park is helping them interpret current tectonic events in the Himalayas and the Andes. But let’s start at the beginning. The rocks of Glacier National Park are ancient, going back to over a billion years ago. And they are well-preserved. They are sedimentary and show us simple fossils from that ancient time. The fossils are colonial clumps, if you will, of single-celled creatures that lived in the ancient seas. We call them stromatolites, and they and the chemistry of the rocks in which we find them help scientists understand the climate and atmosphere of that ancient time. Long after the stromatolites, the rocks were deformed by the great crunch of ancient tectonic plates. This formed an enormous fault called the Lewis Overthrust that moved rocks up to 50 miles laterally. This was all part of the events that helped make the ancestral Rocky Mountains, similar to events happening in major mountain chains in South America and Asia today. Now fast-forward with me from the ancient part of Earth history to the much more recent ice age. This was the period that enormous glaciers covered much of North America. It’s my favorite part of history, when woolly mammoths and saber- 77543076 Summer vacations that teach a lot Insurance or Customer Pay �Page 8 — Thursday, July 8, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy W. Walden and Barbara A. Walden, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 28, 2006 and recorded March 20, 2006 in Instrument Number 1161457, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by OneWest Bank, FSB by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Four Hundred Twelve Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Four and 84/100 Dollars ($412,194.84) including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 5, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: PARCEL I: A PARCEL OR LAND IN THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST DESCRIBED AS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTH 1/4 POST OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE SOUTH 02 DEGREES 52 MINUTES 35 SECONDS EAST, ALONG THE NORTH AND SOUTH 1/4 LINE OF SAID SECTION 16 A DISTANCE OF 2653.49 FEET TO THE CENTER OF SECTION 16; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 47 MINUTES 24 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE EAST AND WEST 1/4 LINE OF SECTION 16 A DISTANCE OF 696.58 FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 19 MINUTES 28 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID WEST LINE, 1210.09 FEET; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST, 37.31 FEET; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 50 SECONDS WEST, 998.57 FEET; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 EAST, 19.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 53 SECONDS EAST, 446.41 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID NORTH SECTION LINE, 604.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 8, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 225.4353 ASAP# 3635442 07/08/2010, 77547504 07/15/2010, 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010 NOTICE OF RIGHT TO NEGOTIATE MORTGAGE LOAN MODIFICATION This Notice is given to Jean M. Hadder and Wayne C. Hadder (“Borrowers”) whose mailing address is 161 Irving Road in Middleville, Michigan 49333, and concerns a real estate mortgage (“Mortgage”) granted by the Borrowers to United Bank Mortgage Corporation, a Michigan banking corporation (“Mortgage Holder”), whose address is 900 East Paris Avenue SE in Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546. The Mortgage covers property commonly known as 161 Irving Road in Middleville, Michigan 49333. Certain defaults have occurred under the Mortgage and the Mortgage Holder has or concurrently is mailing a Notice to Borrowers (the “Notice by Mail”) pursuant to MCL 600.3205a(3) notifying Borrowers of rights Borrowers may have to request a meeting with the Mortgage Holder to negotiate certain types of modifications to the mortgage loan documents. Mortgage Holder gives further notice hereby in accordance with MCL 600.3205a(4). THE BORROWER IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT: (a) Borrowers have the right to request a meeting with Mortgage Holder. (b) Mortgage Holder has designated Cynthia Lowman as the person (“Contact Person”) that the Borrowers may contact about the Mortgage and the matters that are described in this Notice. The Contact Person has authority to make the agreements described in this Notice on behalf of Mortgage Holder. The Contact Person’s contact information is as follows: Website: www.unitedbankofmichigan.com Telephone: (616) 559-4509 (c) Borrowers may contact a housing counselor (“Housing Counselor”) by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. The website address and telephone number of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority is: Website: www.michigan.gov/mshda Telephone: (517) 373-8370 (d) If the Borrowers wish to participate in an attempt to work out a modification of the mortgage loan, the Borrowers must contact a Housing Counselor within 14 days. (e) If the Borrowers request a meeting (using a Housing Counselor) with the Contact Person within the time period provided in the Notice by Mail, Mortgage Holder will not start foreclosure proceedings until 90 days after the date the Notice by Mail was sent to the Borrowers. (f) If the Borrowers and the Contact Person reach a written agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed so long as the Borrowers abide by the terms of the modification agreement. (g) The Borrowers have the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan's Lawyer Referral Service is: 1-800-968-0738 and Local Legal Aid is: (800) 968-0044. Dated: July 1, 2010 UNITED BANK MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Mortgagee PLUNKETT COONEY Kelli L. Baker (P49960) Attorney for Mortgagee 333 Bridge Street NW, Suite 530 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 (616) 752-4624 77547501 Branches.15491.81779.1896048-1 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Wakley, unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2005, and recorded on November 3, 2005 in instrument 1155681, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Six Thousand Forty-Nine And 76/100 Dollars ($126,049.76), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, more particularly described as: Beginning at the center of a culvert on Greggs Crossing Road on the North line of said Section 34; thence due South 250 feet to the center of Thornapple River; thence Northwesterly along the center of Thornapple River 250 feet; thence due North 250 feet to center of Greggs Crossing Road; thence East 250 feet to place of beginning. Described for tax purposes as: Commencing 104 rods West of the Northeast corner of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West; thence South 250 feet to River; thence Westerly 250 feet; thence North 250 feet to center of highway; thence East 250 feet to point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547128 File #316838F01 MORTGAGE SALE This is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by GWENN L. MISHLER, a single woman, Mortgagor, to INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE COMPANY SOUTH MI., having its principal office at 4200 East Beltline, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, Mortgagee, dated March 31, 1999 and recorded April 8, 1999 in Instrument #1027787. By reason of such default the undersigned elects to declare the entire unpaid amount of said mortgage due and payable forthwith. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on said mortgage the sum of EIGHTEEN THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED FIVE and 43/100 ($18,905.43) dollars, including interest at the rate of 4.125% per annum. No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided and to pay said amount with interest as provided in said mortgage, and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including attorney fees allowed by law, said mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east door of the Barry County Courthouse, the place of holding the Circuit Court within the County of Barry, City of Hastings, Michigan, on August 12, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., local time. Pursuant to Public Act No. 104, Public Acts of 1971 [MCLA 600.3240(12), MSA 27A.3240(12)] the redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the property is determined to be abandoned under MCLA 600.3241a; MSA 27A.3241(1), in which case the property may be redeemed during the 30 days immediately following the sale or expiration of statutory notice period or expiration of statutory notice period. The premises covered by said mortgage are situated in the Township of Castleton, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to wit: Lots 38 and 39 Block H of the Pleasant Shores, Castleton Township, Barry County Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 59, Barry County records. The default and foreclosure proceedings include a Marlette mobile home, serial #M40552, permanently affixed thereto, as evidenced by the Certificate of Mobile Home Title. INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE COMPANY SOUTH MI. Mortgagee SCHENK BONCHER & RYPMA Gary P. Schenk P19970 601 Three Mile Road, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49544-1601 (616) 647-8277 77547477 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sharon D. Lynd, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Habitat for Humanity, Barry County, Mortgagee, dated December 6, 2004, and recorded on December 7, 2004 in instrument 1138290, and modified by agreement dated February 1, 2005, and recorded on July 21, 2005 in instrument 1149804, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Three And 87/100 Dollars ($109,963.87), including interest at 11% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel B: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 00 degrees 55 minutes 01 second West, 460.00 feet from the East 1/4 corner of said Section 16; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West, 165.16 feet; thence South 00 degrees 56 minutes 13 seconds East, 20.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West, 165.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 56 minutes 13 seconds West 220.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds East, 330.23 feet to the East line of Section 16; thence South 00 degrees 55 minutes 01 second East, 200.00 feet along said East line to the place of beginning. Containing 1.59 acres of land, more or less. Together with and subject to a 66-foot wide easement for ingress, egress and public utilitites purposes as described separately. Easement description: A 66-foot wide easement for ingress, egress and public utilities purposes described as: Beginning at a point on the East-West 1/4 line of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds, 264.00 feet from the East 1/4 corner of said Section 16; thence North 00 degrees 56 minutes 13 seconds West, 660.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West, 66.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 56 minutes 13 seconds, West, 660.00 feet to the East-West 1/4 line of Section 16; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds East 66.00 feet along said 1/4 line to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547495 File #314557F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy A. Slaght and Bethany J. Slaght, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 27, 2006, and recorded on October 3, 2006 in instrument 1170922, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-One Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Three And 57/100 Dollars ($161,443.57), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 30 rods West of the North and South 1/4 line and 56 rods North of the South line of the Section: thence North 72 rods and 5 feet to land formerly owned by L.H. Cook; thence West 4 rods and 10 feet; thence North 19 rods and 15 feet; thence in a Southwesterly direction along the South line of the Michigan Central Railroad Company, 2 rods; thence South 6 rods and 15 feet; thence South 65 degrees West 43 rods and 5 2/3 feet; thence South 16 chains, 14 1/2 links to the North side of Francis Street; thence South 88 degrees East 46 rods and 14 feet to the place of beginning, being in Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan. Excepting a parcel commencing at a point 795 feet North and 30 rods West of the North and South 1/4 line and 56 rods North of the South line of the Section; thence on North 23 rods and 3 feet to land formerly owned by L.H. Cook; thence West 4 rods and 10 feet; thence North 19 rods and 15 feet; thence in a Southwesterly direction along the South line of the right of way of the Michigan Central Railroad Company 2 rods; thence South 6 rods and 15 feet; thence South 65 degrees West to a point 30 rods and 246 1/3 feet West of the North and South 1/4 line; thence South to a point due West of the place of beginning; thence East to the place of beginning, all in Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547564 File #327843F01 NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS OF BARRY COUNTY Notice is hereby given that the Barry County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing for the following: Case Number SP-2-2010 Les Lapham. Location: 15218 Solem Rd., in Section 31 of Johnstown Township. Purpose: Requesting a special use permit for accessory housing on a parcel of land, in the RR zoning district. MEETING DATE: July 26, 2010. TIME: 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Community Room, Courts and Law Building at 206 West Court St., Hastings, MI. Site inspections of the above described properties will be completed by the Planning Commission members before the day of the hearing. Interested persons desiring to present their views upon an appeal either verbally or in writing will be given the opportunity to be heard at the above mentioned time and place. Any written response may be mailed to the address listed below or faxed to (269) 948-4820. The special use application(s) is/are available for public inspection at the Barry County Planning Office, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 during the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed between 12-1 p.m.), Monday thru Friday. Please call the Planning Office at (269) 945-1290 for further information. The County of Barry will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon ten (10) days notice to the County of Barry. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the County of Barry by written or calling the following: Michael Brown, County Administrator, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058, (269) 945-1284. 77547548 Pamela Jarvis, Barry County Clerk NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by WILBURN PROPERTIES, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company ("Mortgagor"), to CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, having an office at 2185 Three Mile Road, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), dated November 20, 2008, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on December 1, 2008, as Instrument No. 20081201-0011420 (the "Mortgage"). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Two Hundred Ninety Seven Thousand Three Hundred Forty Two and 34/100 Dollars ($297,342.34). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 15th day of July, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the intersection of the East line of Russell Street and centerline of State Street; thence North 89 degrees 58 minutes 17 seconds East 264.00 feet along said centerline of State Street to the point of beginning of this description; thence North 00 degrees 16 minutes 51 seconds West 169.00 feet parallel to centerline of Russell Street; thence South 89 degrees 58 minutes 17 seconds West 132.00 feet parallel to said centerline of State Street; thence North 00 degrees 16 minutes 51 seconds West 272.50 feet parallel to said centerline of Russell Street; thence North 89 degrees 25 minutes 49 seconds East 202 feet; thence South 00 degrees 16 minutes 51 seconds East 441.5 feet to centerline of State Street; thence South 89 degrees 58 minutes 17 seconds West 70 feet along the said centerline of State Street to the place of beginning. Together with (a) all privileges, appurtenances, improvements, buildings, tenements, hereditaments, easements, rights of way, licenses, riparian and littoral rights, mineral/oil/gas/water rights, rights to adjoining land, and all other rights belonging to the above-described premises and which may hereafter attach thereto; (b) all rights to make divisions of such premises that are exempt from the platting requirements of the Michigan Land Division Act, as it shall be amended; (c) all rents, issues, profits, revenues, proceeds, accounts and general intangibles arising from or relating to the premises or any business conducted thereon by the Mortgagor including, without limitation, all rights, conferred by Act No. 210 of Michigan Public Act of 1953, as amended (collectively the "Rents and Accounts"); and (d) all equipment, other goods, and fixtures of every kind and nature whatsoever, now or hereafter located in or upon such premises or any part thereof and used or useable in connection with any present or future operation of such premises (hereinafter called "Equipment and Fixtures"), whether now owned or hereafter acquired by the Mortgagor, including, without limitation, all heating, air conditioning, ventilation, lighting, incinerating and power equipment, engines, signs, security systems, fences, hoists, cranes, compressors, pipes, pumps, tanks, motors, plumbing, cleaning, fire prevention, fire extinguishing, apparatus, elevators, escalators, shades, awnings, screens, storm doors and windows, appliances, attached cabinets, partitions, carpeting, ground maintenance equipment, and similar types of equipment, all of which shall be deemed to be real estate and mortgaged hereby. Commonly known as: 38 State Street, Middleville, Michigan 49333 P.P. #08-41-110-002-00 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77546947 4387782-1 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10025620 DE Estate of Suzanne Upjohn DeLano Parish, Deceased. Date of birth: 11/13/1922. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Suzanne Upjohn DeLano Parish, who lived at 6725 West Sheffield Road, Hickory Corners, Michigan died May 13, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Ronald N. Kilgore, P. William Parish, and Greenleaf Trust, named co-personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Suite 302, Hastings, Michigan and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 7-1-10 William B. Millard P39054 211 E. Water St., Ste. 401 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 (269) 343-2106 P. William Parish 3461 Pacific Ave. San Francisco, CA 94118 (415) 922-3456 Ronald N. Kilgore 211 South Rose Street Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (269) 388-9800 Greenleaf Trust 211 South Rose Street Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77547519 (269) 388-9800 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard J. Decker, a married man and Tammy Decker, a married woman, to Fifth Third Mortgage MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated November 9, 2005 and recorded August 21, 2009 in Instrument Number 200908210008607, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty and 83/100 Dollars ($66,930.83) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JULY 15, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Westerly comer of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet to the South line of Parkway Drive, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 30 feet to the Place of Beginning of this description, thence continuing North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West on the South line of Parkway Drive 55 feet, thence South 33 degrees 24 minutes 13 seconds West 73.99 feet, thence South 56 degrees 43 minutes 58 seconds East on a traverse line along Gun Lake 55 feet, thence North 33 degrees 05 minutes 31 seconds East 67.68 feet to the Place of Beginning. Also that land which lies between said traverse line and Gun Lake. Also an undivided 1/2 interest in Kimberly Park, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly corner of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet, thence North 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds East 103.63 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds West 35.45 feet to the Place of Beginning of this description, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.3 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet, thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, thence South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet to the Place of Beginning. Also an undivided 1/15 interest in Parkway Drive, legally described as follows: Commencing at the Westerly comer of Lot 7 of the recorded plat of Englands Subdivision, being in Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, thence North 51 degrees 22 minutes West 101.35 feet, thence North 80 degrees 10 minutes 44 seconds West 17.90 feet to the Place of Beginning of this description, thence North 15 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West 30 feet, thence North 50 degrees 08 minutes 35 seconds West 118 feet, thence North 67 degrees 29 minutes 10 seconds West 37 feet, thence North 26 degrees 23 minutes 25 seconds East 36.32 feet, thence North 22 degrees 14 minutes 40 seconds East 22.0 feet, thence North 34 degrees 04 minutes 33 seconds East 40.0 feet, thence North 46 degrees 17 minutes 42 seconds East 41.0 feet, thence South 82 degrees 33 minutes 10 seconds East 116.0 feet, thence North 85 degrees 34 minutes 35 seconds East 70.0 feet, thence South 81 degrees 17 minutes 15 seconds East 288.7 feet to the West line of England Drive, thence South 28 degrees 29 minutes West on the West line of England Drive 36.0 feet, thence North 50 degrees 55 minutes 00 seconds West 29.88 feet, thence North 80 degrees 21 minutes 38 seconds West 220.23 feet, thence North 88 degrees 03 minutes 13 seconds West 28.77 feet, thence South 65 degrees 20 minutes 13 seconds West 71.65 feet, thence South 21 degrees 23 minutes 40 seconds West 81.9 feet, thence South 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds West 35.45 feet, thence North 17 degrees 14 minutes 24 seconds East 129.3 feet, thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds West 93.53 feet, thence South 62 degrees 55 minutes 46 seconds West 16.51 feet, thence South 30 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds West 65.93 feet, thence South 15 degrees 55 minutes 45 seconds East 43.32 feet, thence South 57 degrees 24 minutes 31 seconds East 84.08 feet, thence North 62 degrees 58 minutes 39 seconds East 20.50 feet, thence North 39 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds East 35.45 feet, thence South 18 degrees 11 minutes 35 seconds West 103.63 feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: June 17, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.5719 ASAP# 3612247 06/17/2010, 77546952 06/24/2010, 07/01/2010, 07/08/2010 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 8, 2010 — Page 9 LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE No. 10-25593-DE Estate of Phyllis Kline. Date of birth: 04/14/1926. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Phyllis Jean Kline, who lived at 10118 Finkbeiner Road, Middleville, MI 49333 died 01/14/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Carla Rock, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Hastings, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Amy L. McDowell (P52898) 121 West Apple Street, Suite 101 Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-3512 Carla Rock 10118 Finkbeiner Road Middleville, MI 49333 77547542 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Gary Lee Lake and Catherine M. Lake, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11720 S M 66 Hwy, Bellevue, MI 49021-9640. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 6, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 6, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547550 File # 237597F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Todd A. Harding and Dawn V.A. Harding, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 5, 2005, and recorded on July 29, 2005 in instrument 1150296, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank National Association, as Trustee for the holders of the certificates issued by MASTR Alternative Loan Trust 2006-1 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Five And 63/100 Dollars ($331,645.63), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as commencing at the North 1/4 Post of said Section 33, thence South 1935.5 Feet, thence South 89 Degrees 57 Minutes West 1439 Feet, thence South 70 Degrees 18 Minutes West 8.74 Feet to the Place of Beginning, thence South 70 Degrees 18 Minutes West 100 Feet, thence North 7 Degrees 15 Minutes West 58 Feet, thence South 45 Degrees 45 Minutes West 58.8 Feet, thence North 71 Degrees 38 Minutes West 24.3 Feet, thence South 30 Degrees 43 Minutes West 161 Feet to the Northeasterly right of way of Gaskill Road, thence South 35 Degrees 22 Minutes 15 Seconds East 180.1 Feet, thence North 43 Degrees 01 Minutes East 144.3 Feet, thence North 13 Degrees 39 Minutes East 195.1 Feet to the Place of Beginning. Parcel 2: A Parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as commencing at a point which lies due South 1935.50 Feet and South 89 Degrees 57 Minutes West 1439 Feet from the North 1/4 Post of said Section 33, thence South 70 Degrees 18 Minutes West 8.74 Feet for the Place of Beginning, thence South 70 Degrees 18 Minutes West 100 Feet, thence North 07 Degrees 16 Minutes West 178.10 Feet, thence North 51 Degrees 07 Minutes East 72 Feet, thence Southeasterly to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 24, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547067 File #272357F02 SYNOPSIS RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING JUNE 9, 2010 -7:30 P.M. Regular meeting called to order and Pledge of Allegiance. Present: Flint, Greenfield, Bellmore, Hawthorne, Lee, Hanshaw. Absent: Carr. Approved the Agenda as presented. Approved the Consent Agenda as presented. Approved to continue membership in MTA by roll call vote. Motion was made to send the Keyholing Ordinance to the Planning Commission on July 13, 2010 for Public Hearing concerning repeal or replacement with the attorney's draft text. Accepted bid of $550 for excavating needed on the main road at the cemetery for placement of crushed asphalt (which was donated by an anonymous donor). Accepted bid for resurfacing the township hall parking lot by roll call vote. Meeting Adjourned at 9:04 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Attested to by, Jim Carr, Supervisor www.rutlandtownship.org 77547510 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James P. Shields, single, original mortgagor(s), to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated August 16, 2006, and recorded on August 21, 2006 in instrument 1168918, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand Four Hundred Thirty-Five And 39/100 Dollars ($195,435.39), including interest at 7.54% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 105 and 106 of the plat of Steven's Woods Acres No. 2 according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 60, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547371 File #326802F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jason Hancock, a married man and Betheny Hancock, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 9, 2009, and recorded on January 20, 2009 in instrument 200901200000524, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Nine And 42/100 Dollars ($249,879.42), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 20, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 25 minutes 50 seconds, 660.91 feet along the South line of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 48 seconds West, 778.59 feet along the East line of said West 1/2 to the place of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 28 minutes 03 seconds West, 440.0 feet along the South line of the North 543 feet of said West 1/2; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 48 seconds West, 220.0 feet; thence North 89 degrees 28 minutes 03 seconds East, 440.0 feet; thence South 00 degrees 08 minutes 48 seconds East, 220.0 feet along the East line of said West 1/2 to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes over the South 66 feet of the North 356 feet of the East 440 feet of said West 1/2, and also over the East 66 feet of said West 1/2, except the North 290 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547489 File #327725F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Dean A. Hughes and Heidi M. Hughes, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11929 Cobb Rd, Delton, MI 490469584. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 2, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 2, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547466 File # 081567F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Mark Anderson and Gwen Anderson, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 2700 Chippewa Trl, Hastings, MI 49058-9599. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 6, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 6, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547533 File # 327626F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Jeffrey L. Kenyon and Denise P. Kenyon, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 4803 EAST M-43 HIGHWAY, FREEPORT, MI 49325 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-539-7400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Jeffrey L. Kenyon and Denise P. Kenyon also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738 (Tel). Pub Date: July 8, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77547521 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dana A Madole, Sharon Madole husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Sovereign Bank, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2005, and recorded on October 31, 2005 in instrument 1155500, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Six Thousand Twenty-Six And 55/100 Dollars ($196,026.55), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 330 of the North 305 feet of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Township of Irving, Barry County Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547523 File #327421F01 MORTGAGE SALE This is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by THOMAS H. CHASE, a single man, and SHIRLEY A. CHASE, a married woman, Mortgagors, to INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CO. SOUTH MI, having its principal office at 4200 East Beltline, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, Mortgagee, dated February 18, 2005 and recorded February 22, 2005 in Instrument #1141705. By reason of such default the undersigned elects to declare the entire unpaid amount of said mortgage due and payable forthwith. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on said mortgage the sum of FIFTY TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED EIGHTY FOUR and 85/100 ($52,584.85) dollars, including interest at the rate of 4.25% per annum. No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided and to pay said amount with interest as provided in said mortgage, and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including attorney fees allowed by law, said mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east door of the Barry County Courthouse, the place of holding the Circuit Court within the County of Barry, City of Hastings, Michigan, on August 12, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., local time. Pursuant to Public Act No. 104, Public Acts of 1971 [MCLA 600.3240(8), MSA 27A.3240(8)] the redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the property is determined to be abandoned under MCLA 600.3241a; MSA 27A.3241(1), in which case the property may be redeemed during the 30 days immediately following the sale or expiration of statutory notice period or expiration of statutory notice period. The premises covered by said mortgage are situated in the Township of Maple Grove, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to wit: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 23, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County Michigan; thence South 40 rods for a place of beginning; thence North 130 feet; thence East 600 feet; thence South 130 feet; thence West 600 feet to the place of beginning. Together with an easement in common that is appurtenant thereto for purposes of ingress and egress thereto over premises described as: commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 23, Town 2 North, Range 7 West; thence South 40 rods; thence North 130 feet for a place of beginning; thence East 600 feet; thence North 33 feet; thence West 600 feet; thence South 33 feet to the place of beginning. The default and foreclosure proceedings include a 1992 Fairmont mobile home, serial #MY9385449A8, permanently affixed thereto, as evidenced by the Certificate of Mobile Home Title and recorded in Instrument #1141704. INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CO. SOUTH MI Mortgagee SCHENK BONCHER & RYPMA Gary P. Schenk P19970 601 Three Mile Road, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49544-1601 77547483 (616) 647-8277 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT; ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW. ATTENTION POTENTIAL PURCHASERS AT FORECLOSURE SALE: In the case of resolution prior to or simultaneously with the aforementioned foreclosure sale, Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Conseco Finance Servicing Corp.) may rescind this sale at any time prior to the end of the redemption period. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited to the return of your bid amount tendered at the sale, plus interest. Default having occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by Deborah L. McKenzie, a single woman, ("Debtors"), to Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Conseco Finance Servicing Corp.) ("Green Tree"), dated June 7, 2000, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry in the State of Michigan on June 9, 2000, in Document Number 1045416, et. seq., on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due as of the date of this Notice the sum of $73,199.86, which amount may or may not be the entire indebtedness owed by Debtors to Green Tree together with interest at 8.0 percent per annum. NOW THEREFORE, Notice is hereby given that the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative and that pursuant to that power of sale and MCL 600.3201 et. seq., on August 12, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., on the East steps of the Circuit Court Building in Hastings, Michigan, that being the place for holding the Circuit Court and/or for conducting such foreclosure sales for the County of Barry, there will be offered at public sale, the premises, or some part thereof, described in said Mortgage as follows, to-wit: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF ORANGEVILLE, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN, IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST; THENCE NORTH, 105 FEET; THENCE WEST, 10 RODS; THENCE SOUTH, 105 FEET; THENCE EAST, 10 RODS TO POINT OF BEGINNING. which also includes any interest Green Tree may have in the 2000 Fairmont Mobile Home, Serial Number MY01114786AB. The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of sale unless the property is established to be abandoned pursuant to MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of sale or fifteen (15) days from the date the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(b) was posted and mailed. Dated: July 2, 2010 Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Conseco Finance Servicing Corp.) By: DONALD A. BRANDT(P30183) BRANDT, FISHER, ALWARD & ROY, P.C. Attorneys for Green Tree 1241 E. Eighth Street, P.O. Box 5817 Traverse City, Michigan 49696-5817 (231) 941-9660 77547528 File No.: 6140.0824 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Benjamin R. Forbes and Lori B. Forbes 2645 Algen Drive Unit 3 Middlebelt, MI 49333 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 5021331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800-968-0738. Dated: July 8, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 241.9712 77547546 ASAP# 3637247 07/08/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Eric Braunschneider, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 5, 2007, and recorded on July 10, 2007 in instrument 1182795, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Nine Hundred Nine And 68/100 Dollars ($100,909.68), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 72, Steven's Wooded Acres No. 2, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 60, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547513 File #327774F01 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jennifer Miller and Karl Miller, husband and wife, and Cassandra Kirk, a single woman, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS) as nominee for lender, Mortgagee, dated the 8th day of December, 2005 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 12th day of December, 2005 in Liber Doc. No. 1157503 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Ninety Five Thousand Thirty Three and 79/100 ($95033.79), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 29th day of July, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock PM Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 6.37500% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the City of Delton, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: LOTS 52 AND 53 OF WILLIAM C. SCHULTZ PARK, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 60. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 7/1/2010 BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP Mortgagee __________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77547334 BOA FNMA MillerJen �Page 10 — Thursday, July 8, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Caryl L Hurless and Jane Lynne Hurless and Shane L Baker, as joint tenants, to New Century Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated April 13, 2005, and recorded on April 22, 2005, as Document Number: 1145292, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2005-HE4 ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been submitted to the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Three Thousand Five Hundred and 54/100 ($73,500.54) including interest at the rate of 7.40000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on July 15, 2010 Said premises are situated in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of Lot 1 and the South 1/2 of the East 1/2 of Lot 2, Block 12, Daniel Striker`s Addition to the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 11, Barry County Records. Commonly known as: 720 North Boltwood Street The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: June 17, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2005-HE4 ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 77546931 Case No. 10MI00544-1 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Oraina Kopulos, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA (the "Savings Bank") from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, acting as receiver for the Savings Bank and pursuant to its authority under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1821(d), Mortgagee, dated April 12, 2007, and recorded on April 17, 2007 in instrument 1179384, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eleven Thousand Five Hundred NinetyNine And 25/100 Dollars ($111,599.25), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land beginning at a point on the West line of Durkee Street, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, which lies 57 feet West and 175 feet North of the Southwest corner of Block 3 of A.W. Phillip's Addition to the Village of Nashville; thence West 137 feet; thence South 72 feet; thence West 35 feet; thence North 131 feet; thence East 172 feet; thence South 59 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547557 File #311769F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Suzanne Wyant, a Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 29, 2003, and recorded on September 17, 2003 in instrument 1113471, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Eight And 13/100 Dollars ($149,468.13), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 5 Acres of the West 10 Acres of the South 35 Acres of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 4 North, Range 10 West The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547537 File #269101F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael Noviskey, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 10, 2005, and recorded on June 29, 2005 in instrument 1148724, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-One Thousand Nine Hundred EightyThree And 09/100 Dollars ($91,983.09), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of Lot 20 of Supervisor's Glasgow's Addition to the City of Hasting, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 3, described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Lot 10; thence South 89 degrees 39 minutes East 200 feet; thence North 0 degrees 11 minutes East 76 feet; thence North 89 degrees 39 minutes West 200 feet; thence South 0 degrees 11 minutes West 76 feet to the place of beginning Also Parcel 2: Beginning at a point on the West line of Lot 10 of Supervisor's Glasgow's Addition to the Village (now City) of Hastings as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 3; distant North 00 degrees 24 minutes 40 seconds East 76.00 feet from the Southwest corner of said Lot; thence North 00 degrees 24 minutes 40 seconds East 77.00 feet along said West line; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 47 seconds East 200.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 24 minutes 41 seconds West 77.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 47 seconds West 200.00 feet to the point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546957 File #328830F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Garry Bowman and Tracy Bowman, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 26, 2003, as evidenced by Affidavit Of Lost Document recorded on April 6, 2010 in instrument 201004060003694, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fifth Third Mortgage Company as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Eight And 82/100 Dollars ($106,938.82), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 32 rods of the South 72 rods of the East 20 rods of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 32, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, Johnstown Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547364 File #275103F02 FORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Gary L. Vandenberg and Joy R. Vandenberg, husband and wife of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. dated the 19th day of January, A.D. 2006, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 7th day of February, A.D. 2006, in Instrument #1159863 of Barry Records, which said mortgage was assigned to US Bank National Association ND, thru mesne assignments, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $127,715.95 (one hundred twenty-seven thousand seven hundred fifteen and 95/100) plus accrued interest at 6.5% (six point five) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 5th day of August, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Hope, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Township of Hope, County of Barry, Michigan: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 4, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Beginning at the East 1/4 corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 16 minutes 52 seconds West 495.00 feet along the East line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 88 degrees 59 minutes 42 seconds West 443.98 feet parallel with the North line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 18 minutes 04 seconds East 495.00 feet along the East line of the West 880 feet of said Northeast 1/4, Southeast 1/4; thence South 88 degrees 59 minutes 42 seconds East 443.81 feet along the North line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning. Commonly known as: 4055 Anders Road Tax ID No. 07-004-002-50 The redemption period shall be one year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77547574 WWR# 10033003 WANTED: BUS DRIVERS City of Hastings PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that a public Accuracy Test will be conducted on Thursday, July 15, 2010 at 11:00AM in the office of the Hastings City Clerk, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan, for the purpose of testing the tabulating equipment and programs which will be used to tabulate the voted ballots for the August 3, 1010 Primary Election. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to the Clerk of the City of Hastings. (Telephone number 269-945-2468 or TDD call relay services 1-800649-3777). Thomas Emery, City Clerk Delton Kellogg Schools is in need of Bus Drivers for the 2010 - 2011 school year. Experience not necessary – we will train. Must be able to obtain a CDL, and all other endorsements. Please call 269-623-9225 for questions. Applications accepted at the Superintendent’s office at 327 N. Grove St., Delton, MI – between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. 77547397 Public Land Auction The Barry & Ionia County Treasurers will be offering tax reverted real estate at public Auction on July 21, 2010. The Auction will be held at Ionia County I.S.D, 2191 Harwood Road, Ionia MI Registration at 11:00am, Auction at 12:00pm. Online bidding will be available via www.tax-sale.info. Visit our website at www.tax-sale.info or call 1-800-259-7470. Sale listings are available at your local County Treasurers Office. 77546520 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 06-24502CA Estate of Barbara Jean Colwell. Date of birth: 2/22/36. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Barbara Jean Colwell, who lived at 8824 Marsh Road, Plainwell, Michigan died 03/24/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Kerri L. Selleck, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court Street, Hastings and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 6/29/10 Kerri L. Selleck P.O. Box 233 Hastings, MI 49058 77547456 (269) 945-9117 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert Allan Burgess, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 22, 2009, and recorded on June 15, 2009 in instrument 200906150006245, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Three Thousand Two Hundred Twelve And 38/100 Dollars ($203,212.38), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 1 North, Range 7 West The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546918 File #323247F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Henry Tanner and Lynda J. Tanner, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated January 26, 2007, and recorded on February 2, 2007 in instrument 1175985, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-Six And 80/100 Dollars ($121,556.80), including interest at 9.135% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 4: that part of Lot D, F, and Vacated Gwin Avenue in the recorded plat of Crooked Lake Summer Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof Being in Section 7, Town 1 North, Range 9 West and described as beginning at the Southwest Corner of Lot F of said Plat; thence North 52 degrees 39 minutes 26 seconds East on the South line of Lot F, 119.00 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence North 14 degrees 30 minutes 30 seconds West 98.17 feet; thence North 04 degrees 03 minutes 45 seconds East 37.01 feet; thence North 42 degrees 53 minutes 15 seconds East 93.97 feet to the East line of vacated Gwin Avenue; thence South 22 degrees 15 minutes 00 seconds East on the East line of vacated Gwin Avenue and the east line of Lot 138.98 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot F; thence South 52 degrees 39 minutes 26 seconds West on the South line of Said Lot, 119.00 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to Easements, Reservations, Restrictions and Limitations of Record if any. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #323331F01 77546940 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE No. 10-25619 DE Estate of Mary A. Corrigan, Deceased. Date of birth: 07/30/1926. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Mary A. Corrigan, who lived at 690 W. Main Street, Middleville, Michigan died 05/01/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Jacqueline A. DeHaan, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Suite 302, Hastings, and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 06/29/2010 David J. DeGraw (P37390) 203 East Michigan Avenue Marshall, Michigan 49068 (269) 781-9851 Jacqueline A. DeHaan 18 West Michigan Avenue, Ste. 300 Battle Creek, Michigan 49017 77547544 (269) 963-3253 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William R Scott, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Member First Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2007, and recorded on October 31, 2007 in instrument 20071031-0003662, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Auto Body Credit Union as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-One And 64/100 Dollars ($105,851.64), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 32, Town 3 North, Range 7 West described as: Beginning at the Southwest corner of said Section 32; thence North along the West line of said Section, a distance of 652 feet; thence East parallel with the South line of said Section, a distance of 240 feet; thence South parallel with said West line 652 feet; thence West along said South line 240 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Westerly 33 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 24, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547084 File #326348F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nils A Moederzoon and Mary A Moederzoon, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Amenities Corp, Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2004, and recorded on October 13, 2004 in instrument 1135408, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Six Thousand One Hundred Thirty-One And 54/100 Dollars ($86,131.54), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 15, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land Between Lot 13 of Charleston Heights Addition and Lot 14 of Charleston Heights Addition no. 1 to the village of Middleville, Barry county, Michigan, according to the recorded plats, described as beginning at the Northeast corner of Lot 13 of said addition, thence North 60 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot 14 of said Addition no. 1, thence West 135 feet to the Southwest corner of said Lot 14, thence South 60 feet to the Northwest corner of Lot 13 of said Addition, thence East 135 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 17, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77546964 File #328791F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 8, 2010 — Page 11 Hastings Mfg. Co. to appeal $115,000 fine for alleged health and safety hazards The Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) has cited Hastings Manufacturing Co., LLC, of Hastings, with $118,750 in proposed penalties for allegedly failing to adequately protect employees from alleged serious health and safety hazards. “The conditions found during the MIOSHA inspection were very serious,” said Michigan Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth Director Stanley “Skip” Pruss in a press release. “We are taking exception to all the allegations (in the press release). We’re committed to providing a safe and clean environment,” said Frederick A. Cook Jr., president and CEO of Hastings Manufacturing Co. “Our attorneys are appealing the findings. I will issue a release when we reply. I can assure you no one is in harm’s way,” he said. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale Automotive Real Estate AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 RICK TAYLOR’S DETAIL WORKS. Free Rain-X with all full details. Call (269)9480958, leave message. Estate Sale THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT KNOWINGLY accept advertising which is deceptive, fraudulent or might otherwise violate law or accepted standards of taste. However, this publication does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of any advertisement, nor the quality of goods or services advertised. Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all claims made in any advertisements, and to use good judgment and reasonable care, particularly when dealing with persons unknown to you ask for money in advance of delivery of goods or services advertised. UPDATED FARM HOUSE. Fabulous location and grounds, quiet privacy. 4.6 acres of mature hardwoods, wetlands, spring fed stream. Approximately 1950sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, main floor laundry. Includes renovated timber frame barn, 3 horse stalls. 1805 Kaiser Road, Yankee Springs, Barry State Game Area. $158,000. Call 269-908-2784 for appointment. ESTATE/MOVING SALES: by Bethel Timmer - The Cottage House Antiques. (269)795-8717 Lawn & Garden AQUATIC PLANTS: Water lilies & lotus, Gold Fish & KOI, liners, pumps, filters. Apol’s Landscaping Co, 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia (616)698-1030 Open M-F 9am-5:30pm, Saturday 9am2pm. DO YOU WANT QUALITY PRINTING at affordable prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at (269)945-9554. 77547591 National Ads Thinking of Selling? Let a National Association of Realtor’s Certified Residential Specialist “CRS” with 35 years of marketing work for you! As about our “No Fee Guarantee!” Mark Poll 1-888-477-6591 269-945-0514 305 S. Broadway (M-37) www.TradeMarkRealty.com 2 BROTHERS AND A TENT 40’x40’ and 40’x60’ Tables and chairs available. Call: Dan McKinney 269-838-7057 or Tom McKinney 269-838-3842 Help Wanted DRIVERS: CDL-A LOCAL. Excellent pay & Hometime. Co. Pd. health, dental & life. 877-932-6300 www.hoekstatrans.com Farm EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 Garage Sale GARAGE SALE: 1505 S. Broadway, one day only! Friday, July 9th, 8:30am4:00pm. Kids clothing (girls’ 4T-5, boys’ 24mos-3T), toys, stand on stroller, dining room table, luggage, snowblower, size small wedding dress, much more! GARAGE SALE: 1910 Lawrence Rd. (East just off M37). July 9th & 10th, 9am3pm. Women’s clothing and shoes, men’s clothing and shoes, antique toys, dolls, and glassware, some scrap booking and Stamp-in Up, Silpada jewelry. Business Services ROOFING: metal or shingles, siding, windows, decks, additions, power washing. 25 years experience. Connor Construction, (269)804-2355. 77546173 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: 77546543 All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 NOTICE The Hastings Area School System Vacancy on the Board of Education One Year Term The Hastings Area School Systems’ Board of Education is taking letters of interest to fill a one year term on the Board of Education from July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011 with the remainder of the term to be filled following the May 2011 election. Letters of interest are due by July 9, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. It is the intent of the Board of Education to review candidates and make an appointment to the one year term from those interested by July 26, 2010. All applicants must be citizens of the Hastings Area School District. Letters of interest can be sent to Mrs. Pat Endsley Board of Education President, 232 W. Grand Street, Hastings, MI. 49058. 77547382 He called the press release outrageous, and said the company categorically denies MIOSHA’s claims that the company acted with "intentional disregard or plain indifference" regarding 10 of the alleged violations. When MIOSHA pointed out alleged violations “everything was brought up to snuff,” Cook said. The company designs and manufactures piston rings for the engine manufacturing and re-manufacturing industries and employs about 185 workers. “The Hastings location is considered a high-hazard facility, based on the type of work being performed,” the press release said. The current owners acquired the company in 2005. Cook noted that the building is 100 years old and because of company efforts is getting “better every day.” During labor negotiations, one of the union employees called MIOSHA, he said. On Dec. 22, 2009, a MIOSHA General Industry Safety and Health Division (GISHD) safety compliance officer began a safety inspection at the company. The safety inspection identified nine serious violations involving unguarded machinery, with a total penalty of $3,750. These citations were issued on Jan. 27, 2010. The company has abated all safety items, did not appeal the citations and paid the penalty, according to the press release. What followed was a “top to bottom” inspection of Hastings Manufacturing, Cook said. On Jan. 5, a GISHD health compliance officer began a health inspection at the company. The inspection identified numerous alleged violations of the following MIOSHA standards: hexavalent chromium, dipping and coating operations, asbestos, formaldehyde, and noise. “Our attorneys are appealing the findings. I will issue a release when we reply. I can assure you no one is in harm’s way.” – Frederick A. Cook Jr., president and CEO of Hastings Manufacturing Co. “The most serious (alleged) violations involved employee overexposures to highly hazardous air contaminants,” the press release said. “The health inspection identified several willful serious, four serious, and three willful other-than-serious violations, with a total penalty of $115,000. Those are the violations the company denies and intends to appeal, according to Cook. “Exposures to hexavalent chromium can occur among workers handling pigments, spray paints and coatings containing chromates, operating chrome plating baths, and welding or cutting metals containing chromium, such as stainless steel. Workers breathing hexavalent chromium compounds in high concentrations over extended periods of time may risk developing lung cancer, irritation or damage to the eyes and skin, and an allergic reaction that can result in occupational asthma,” the press release said. MIOSHA claims the company failed to maintain surfaces free from damaged and deteriorated asbestos insulation throughout the facility and foundry. “Failure to maintain deteriorated asbestos products, as well as improper removal and/or disturbance of asbestos, can cause asbestos fibers to become airborne. Inhalation of airborne asbestos fibers can cause lung cancer, a lung disease known as "asbestosis," and mesothelioma, a cancer of the chest and abdominal cavities,” the press release said. Regarding the alleged asbestos violations, one employee gave a letter from Hastings Manufacturing’s insurance company to an inspector, Cook said, noting that the letter recommended that the company remove/repair asbestos that became loose. The employee who initially received that insurance letter filed the document “and didn’t make management aware of the insurance company’s letter,” he said. When the document became known to management, that employee was fired, Cook added. Nevertheless, because the letter was sent to Hastings Manufacturing from the insurance company, MIOSHA claims there is a paper trail showing the company did not take care of the alleged violation when notified. The company has 15 working days from receipt of the health citations last week to comply or contest the violations and penalties. LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by PANDL DEVELOPMENT III, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company ("Mortgagor"), to CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, having an office at 2185 Three Mile Road, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), dated December 15, 2008, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on January 8, 2009, as Instrument No. 200901080000191 (the "Mortgage"). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Seven Hundred Nineteen Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty One and 79/100 Dollars ($719,731.79). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 5th day of August, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Rutland, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Description of Outlot #2: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East, 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East, 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 315.73 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West, 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West, 157.42 feet; thence Easterly 404.88 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 3484.07 feet and the chord of which bears North 87 degrees 05 minutes 05 seconds East, 404.65 feet; thence South 00 degrees 33 minutes 39 seconds West 21.35 feet; thence South 41 degrees 12 minutes 18 seconds West 265.85 feet to said Northerly right of way line; thence South 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds West 104.21 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning, Access Easement: Together with a private easement for ingress, egress and public utilities described as follows: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East, 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 315.74 along said right of way line to the point of beginning; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet, and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West 157.42 feet; thence South 26 degrees 06 minutes 41 seconds West, 55.34 feet; thence Southeasterly 108.47 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 134.00 feet and the chord of which bears South 38 degrees 08 minutes 01 seconds East 105.54 feet; thence South 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds East, 123.12 feet to said Northerly right of way line; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 60.09 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning, 10 foot temporary grading easement: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East, 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 419.96 feet along said right of way line; thence North 41 degrees 12 minutes 18 seconds East, 265.85 feet; thence North 00 degrees 33 minutes 39 seconds East 21.35 feet to the point of beginning; thence Westerly 404.88 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 3484.07 feet and the chord of which bears South 87 degrees 05 minutes 05 seconds West 404.65 feet; thence North 00 degrees 24 minutes 51 seconds East, 10.00 feet; thence Easterly 403.72 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 3474.07 feet and the chord of which bears North 87 degrees 05 minutes 05 seconds East 403.49 feet; thence South 06 degrees 14 minutes 39 seconds East 10.00 feet to the point of beginning. Storm sewer easement: Together with a private easement for storm sewer purposes 20 feet wide, 10 feet each side of a centerline described as follows: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East, 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 315.74 feet along said right of way line; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West, 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet, and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 56 seconds West 157.42 feet; thence Easterly 39.85 feet along the South line of the former Michigan Central Railroad right of way and the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 3484.07 feet and the chord of which bears North 89 degrees 59 minutes 14 seconds East 39.85 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 33 degrees 33 minutes 15 seconds East 125 feet to the point of ending of said centerline. Said easement being bounded on the South by the South line of the former Michigan Central Railroad right of way. Drainage easement: Together with a private easement for storm water drainage purposes described as follows: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 315.74 feet along said right of way line; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West 157.42 feet; thence Easterly 51.90 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 3484.07 feet and the chord of which bears North 89 degrees 59 minutes 14 seconds East 51.90 feet; thence North 33 degrees 33 minutes 15 seconds East, 94.47 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 27 degrees 00 minutes 50 seconds West, 11.48 feet; thence North 12 degrees 19 minutes 25 seconds East 78.16 feet; thence Northeasterly 170.27 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 176.32 feet and the chord of which bears North 43 degrees 37 minutes 44 seconds East 163.73 feet; thence North 71 degrees 20 minutes 14 seconds East 131.60 feet; thence South 54 degrees 28 minutes 13 seconds East, 38.99 feet; thence South 01 degrees 32 minutes 53 seconds East, 214.97 feet; thence South 86 degrees 30 minutes 12 seconds West 283.30 feet; thence North 27 degrees 00 minutes 50 seconds West 8.56 feet to the point of beginning. Gas, electric and telephone utility easement: Together with a private easement for public utilities purposes described as follows: Commencing at the west 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East, 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 315.74 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West 157.47 feet; thence South 26 degrees 06 minutes 41 seconds West 6.00 feet; thence Southeasterly 157.19 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 184.00 feet and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West, 152.45 feet; thence South 14 degrees 58 minutes 33 seconds East, 115.66 feet to said Northerly right of way line; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 6.00 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning. Also (a) all privileges, appurtenances, improvements, buildings, tenements, hereditaments, easements, rights of way, licenses, riparian and littoral rights, mineral/oil/gas/water rights, rights to adjoining land, and all other rights belonging to the abovedescribed premises and which may hereafter attach thereto; (b) all rights to make divisions of such premises that are exempt from the platting requirements of the Michigan Land Division Act, as it shall be amended; (c) all rents, issues, profits, revenues, proceeds, accounts and general intangibles arising from or relating to the premises or any business conducted thereon by the Mortgagor including, without limitation, all rights, conferred by Act No. 210 of Michigan Public Act of 1953, as amended (collectively the "Rents and Accounts"); (d) all equipment, other goods, and fixtures of every kind and nature whatsoever, now or hereafter located in or upon such premises or any part thereof and used or useable in connection with any present or future operation of such premises (hereinafter called "Equipment and Fixtures"), whether now owned or hereafter acquired by the Mortgagor, including, without limitation, all heating, air conditioning, ventilation, lighting, incinerating and power equipment, engines, signs, security systems, fences, hoists, cranes, compressors, pipes, pumps, tanks, motors, plumbing, cleaning, fire prevention, fire extinguishing, apparatus, elevators, escalators, shades, awnings, screens, storm doors and windows, appliances, attached cabinets, partitions, carpeting, ground maintenance equipment, and similar types of equipment, all of which shall be deemed to be real estate and mortgaged hereby. Commonly known as: 1450 W. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.P. #08-13-013-006-30 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77547552 4472245-1 �Page 12 — Thursday, July 8, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Freeport Softball Hall of Fame in induct five; plus 10 ‘old-timers’ July 10 Pat Loftus, the Freeport Recreation Association’s Fastpitch Softball Hall of Fame Committee chairman has announced names of five new members for the class of 2010, in addition to names of 10 players from the 1940s and 50s honored for contributions during the game’s early years – 1930s through 1950s. Induction ceremonies will be held during a break in Hall of Fame tournament action in Freeport, Saturday, July 10, around noon. Inductees of the ninth area Hall of Fame class include Ron Nash for meritorious service, Arnie Stahl, Bob Carmoney, Adrian Sterzich, and Earl Postumus enter as players. The 10 special inductees honored will be Donald Richardson, Dick Postumus, Henry Johnson, Walter “Left” Richardson, Clarence Keim, Lyle Ketchum, Elwyn “Stub” Dow, Bob McWhinney, Harry “Skip” Jahnke, and Jesse Blough. Ron Nash began playing fastpitch ball at Vermontville house site of meth lab bust This home on Linden Street in Vermontville was the site of an apparent methamphetamine lab. Local police and fire department officials spent most of Thursday, July 1, at 875 Linden St. in Vermontville cleaning up an apparent methamphetamine lab. Repeated attempts to contact Eaton County Sheriff’s office proved unsuccessful at press time. The Vermontville Fire Department was called to the scene around 9 a.m. and was on TYDEN PARK • site until after 5 p.m. Residents have speculated that explosives also were found in the home and also said that several homes in the neighborhood were evacuated while the cleanup took place. The number of occupants, whether any arrests were made and what will happen to the home now that it has been marked as a clandestine lab remain unknown at this time. SATURDAY AUG. 28TH $ COST… 25 per team of 3 or 4 players Entries must be to the Chamber by Friday, Aug. 20th CHECK IN… 8:30 AM Make checks payable to Hastings Summerfest 2010 Pick up T-shirts at this time TIP OFF… 9:30 AM Boys & Girls (Ages 12-14) Team Name ____________________ Boys & Girls (Ages 15-17) Men & Women (Ages 18-25) Men & Women (Ages 26 & up) Age brackets subject to change based on participation Team Captain___________________________________ Age _______ Send Entries to… Phone # __________________________ 77547423 Team Members Age Age ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ Please fill out form completely TYDEN PARK 77547111 • Barry County Chamber of Commerce 221 W. State Street Hastings, MI 49058 Questions ??… Call (269) 948-3025 SATURDAY AUG. 28TH age 15 for Hastings Manufacturing. He later played for the Oakmasters and E.W. Bliss squads. Over the years, he has coached and sponsored teams, umpired and lended a helping hand at many league and association functions. He played an important coaching and advisory role to players on the league youth teams in the early 1980s. League President Rich Kunde said Nash’s record includes “all the ingredients deserving recognition through induction to the Hall of Fame.” Arnie Stahl began playing with the 4-H in the late 1940s. He played on a Kent County team that won state championships in 1952 and 1953. He played for Runchiman Elevator in 1951, later played and coached for White Products, and later still finished his playing career in a church league. Bob Carmoney played first base and centerfield for Nashville, E.W. Bliss, and Hastings Manufacturing. Teams Bob played for won many district and regional titles between 1959 and 1969, and he made one trip to state finals. Adrian Sterzich played baseball at Lowell High School, then fastpitch ball on a Saranac team. he also played as an outfielder for Orton Seese in Alto. Jerry Posthumus started playing softball on a 4-H team. He played for the Wood’s Garage team (the Freeport Merchants) coached by Jesse Blough. Later, he joined the Caledonia Independents. During the mid 1950s, he played fastpitch softball and baseball in the Army, then for Blough Builders and Lowell Engineering. Don Richardson was a pitcher and shortstop. He served in World War II, then played for the Clarksville Merchants. He coached for some time after his playing career. He passed away in March. Lefty Richardson played for the Clarksville Merchants at first base, and stayed with the game into his late 40s. Left died away in June 2008. Jesse Blough organized the first youth softball program in Freeport, coached and managed the team, helped construct the first of the league’s two ball fields and pitched in on many league and association projects. Skip Jahnke was a pitcher, then a coach for many seasons. He later umpired in Freeport and around the region. He stayed in the game, or in touch with the game, until poor health forced retirement in the late 1980s. Hank Johnson first played for the Lowell Hotpoint team in 1941. In 1947, he joined the Alto Merchants squad and played until 1954. Lyle Ketchum pitched for the Sunfield Elevator team from 1950 to 1965. Remembered by many fans and observes as “the best I’ve seen,” he once won a 17-inning game, 1-0 and threw two no-hitters in a long, successful career. Stub Dow was a star player for Sunfield High School. After graduating, he joined the Sunfield Lions Club fastpitch team at third base. While he was there “very few ground balls made it to left field,” according to his teammates. Health problems led to early retirement, but Dow continued to coach both softball and baseball. He died in 1992. Earl Posthumus, the father of former Michigan Lt. Gov. Dick Posthumus played high school baseball, then fastpitch softball as a third baseman. He began his fastpitch career in 1941 for the Lowell Hotpoint team, but in 1947 joined the Alto squad, where he played until retirement in 1954. He carried a .258 average during seven years with Alto. Clarence Keim was long-time coach of the Clarksville Merchants in the old Tri-County League and also served the game as an umpire. He passed away in January 1957. Bob McWhinney played first base for the Alto Merchants from 1947 through 1954. He was a left-handed hitter known for towering home runs with balls lost in the woods beyond the right field fence. McWhinney had 780 at bats in his career with 258 hits for a lifetime .330 average. Diamond sport fans could do worse the weekend of July 9, 10 and 11 than coming to Freeport for some great fastpitch competition, said Loftus, and to honor these players of yesterday and yesteryear. Competition starts Friday night. The championship game is scheduled for Sunday afternoon. POLICE BEAT Driver airlifted after running stop sign On July 3, at approximately 11:40 p.m., a 1999 Saturn, occupied by one male, failed to stop at the intersection of Bowens Mill and Patterson roads in Yankee Springs Township. The driver of the Saturn was traveling west and struck a northbound 2005 Chrysler, occupied by an elderly couple. The occupants of the northbound vehicle were transported by ambulance to Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. The occupant of the westbound vehicle was airlifted to Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo. Injuries do not appear to life-threatening. Alcohol is not believed to be a factor in this accident. Seatbelts were being worn by all involved. New entertainment is courtesy of others Barry County Sheriff Deputies responded to a call of a breaking and entering in progress June 16 just before 3:30 p.m. The caller reported that a truck was backed up to a neighbor’s barn and subjects were removing items from the building. The suspects had left by the time deputies arrived. After interviewing the owners, deputies were able to determine that several items, including radios, televisions, a VCR and DVD players had been taken. The case is closed pending further evidence or investigation. Single car ramp taken from residence A car ramp located 15 feet from the roadway at a residence in Hastings was taken sometime around July 4. The residents reported to Barry County Sheriff’s Deputies that they had noticed an older-style cargo van near the residence. A second car ramp was left at the scene. Propane tank disappears from empty lot A 200-gallon propane tank that was one-third full of fuel was taken sometime between June 14 and 27 from an empty plot of land. Barry County Sheriff Deputies reported that it was apparent a truck with dually back wheels had been used to take the tank. Pole and vehicle collide Hastings Police responded to a personal injury accident the occurred July 3 around 11:18 a.m., in the 200 block of North Michigan Avenue. A northbound vehicle driven by David Vuich, 52, from Hastings, drifted off the east side of the street and struck a utility pole. Vuich, who had no recollection of what occurred, received minor injuries in the crash and sought treatment on his own at Pennock Hospital. Two assaulted by one intoxicated resident Hastings Police responded to a reported domestic assault at a residence in the 100 block of East High Street July 1 around 7:35 p.m. Officers arrived to find two females crying in the driveway who said that they had been assaulted by a subject, Jeff Stanton, 54, from Hastings. After speaking with the 21- and 22-year-old victims and witnesses, police arrested Stanton. He was lodged at the Barry County Jail on charges of domestic assault. Alcohol consumption appears to have been a contributing factor during the incident. A rest on the street leads to arrest by police Hastings Police responded to a report of a subject lying on the side of the street in the 200 block of South Michigan Avenue July 3 around 5:21 a.m. Responding officers located the man, identified as Troy Hill, 27, from Hastings, passed out next to a bicycle and reeking of intoxicants. Hill was awakened, and a cursory check by Mercy Ambulance was made and found nothing wrong with him. Further investigation revealed that Hill was in violation of a parole order that prohibits alcohol consumption. His blood alcohol level was found to be .40 percent. He was placed under arrest for the parole violation and for being a disorderly person and was lodged at the Barry County Jail. Gas may have been prowlers goal A Delton resident noticed Tuesday, June 8, that part of the door to his garage had been broken off. A panel on his Gold Wing motorcycle also had been broken off. The resident said he believed the intruders were attempting to steal gas out of the tank. No other items were taken from the garage. Man charged with 40-plus home invasions sentenced to prison Jeffrey Scott Travis, who was arrested in October of 2009 on numerous charges of home invasion, will be spending the next 25 years behind the bars of a prison cell after being sentenced in 5th Circuit Court June 30. Eight separate cases were brought before visiting Judge David L. Jordon, listing more than 40 charges against Travis. Travis, now 51, of Hastings was allegedly in the process of a home invasion on East Center Road Oct. 22, 2009, when the homeowner returned. Travis fled the area and led several police agencies on a high-speed chase that eventually ended in Prairieville Township. Travis’ home, in the 500 block of West Marshall Street in Hastings, was found to be loaded with items allegedly stolen from numerous residences. Last week, Travis pleaded guilty to five counts of home invasion, second degree; two counts of fleeing a police officer, fourth degree; one charge of breaking and entering with intent to commit larceny; and one charge of receiving and concealing stolen property between $1,000 and $20,000. He received five sentences of 25 to 37 years in prison, three sentences of 36 to 180 months behind bars and one sentence of 120 to 300 months on the charges. All sentences are to be served concurrently. In total, Travis must pay $60,027 in restitution, $420 to Crime Victim Rights, $884 in state minimum costs and $900 court costs. More than 30 charges were dismissed against Travis in the plea agreement process, including weapons charges and conducting criminal enterprises. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 8, 2010 — Page 13 Improvements, weather make for a successful Art in the Park Anthony Jackson stands beside artist Ann DeHoog after purchasing some artwork from her booth. Some of the many in attendance browse through the lanes of booths. Spectators sit on the lawn and enjoy the entertainment. Rob Haney shops in a booth that makes hand-made wooden toys. by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern The 36th annual Art in the Park took place Saturday, July 3, giving guests a chance to shop at a variety of 115 vendors and seven food booths in Lake Odessa. The park was packed with booths featuring a spectrum of arts and crafts, from doll clothes to lawn décor. The day started with a 21-gun salute, progressing into the singing of the national anthem by the Lakewood Glee Club, who continued with several numbers to entertain the crowd and get the day started. Many acts followed, including the Center Stage Dancers, Jeff Speas playing acoustic guitar music and others. Music continued in the center of the park, while hundreds of guests walked up and down the sidewalk and between the numerous booths to look and shop. New sidewalks had recently been installed, making navigation between booths and around the park easier for both shoppers and vendors. “There were a lot of new vendors for the first time taking part in selling their crafts,” said Janet Thomas, member of the board that organizes Art in the Park. “There were a lot of new faces as well as ones that have been coming for 16 years. The day was the most successful Art in the Park in the past five years ... The vendors were satisfied with the sales that were done and stated how well they liked the park improvements.” Cindy Ivkovitch, Art in the Park commission president said, “I was well pleased with the day’s events and attendance — all went very well with more vendors than were expected to attend.” Faith Bible Church youths along with Boy Scout Troop 157 of Sunfield helped to clean up the park and load and unload vehicles, making sure the event ran smoothly and cleanly. The weather, though hot, was clear and dry, possibly another reason why this year’s Art in the Park came off as a fun, carefree day for everyone. David Przeworski shops through lawn pieces. 0% FINANCING FOR 60 MOS.* * To qualified buyers on selected models on New Holland Tractors financed with CNH Capital. Offer good through July 30th, 2010 Maple Valley Implement, Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street, Nashville 517-852-1910 www.maplevalleyeq.com 77547587 The Jazz Four Musicians perform for the crowd. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 �Page 14 — Thursday, July 8, 2010 — The Hastings Banner County commissioners may take pay cut $12,500 each. In an interview with Dennison after the meeting, she explained that in addition to benefits such as longevity and retirement pay that are available to commissioners who serve for extended periods, members of the board are entitled to life insurance and health insurance, which include both dental and optical coverage. In 2009, the cost to the county to provide each commissioner with the benefits was approximately $8,600, she said. As detailed in a letter from Houtman to members of the board, the change would save Barry County approximately $24,000 each year and make it so that compensation for the commissioners was average compared to the salaries of commissioners of comparable counties. Houtman went on to explain that the change, which would take effect next year, is necessary to accommodate financial forecasts, writing, “Based on our projected decreased revenues and increases in contractual wage costs, health care costs and pension funding costs totaling at least $500,000, it is absolutely appropriate and necessary that we examine our own operating costs with intent to decrease and stabilize them.” In other business, discussion regarding the animal control department overseen by the county sheriff’s department and the possibility of creating an advisory committee to serve animal control was broached by guests of the meeting. Establishment of the recently proposed advisory committee has elicited debate and discussion from the commissioners and others, and Barbara Lyons, who owns and operates an area kennel, urged commissioners to understand more about Barry County Animal Control and its employees before deciding to establish such a committee. “I hope that, before you guys go any further with the advisory committee, that each one of you will take at least a week, ... shadow them, walk in their footsteps and see what they have to see,” she said. Barbara, who is married to Commissioner Joe Lyons, explained that while she previously was critical of Barry County Animal Control, a better understanding of its operation and the everyday hurdles its workers face led her to a greater approval of the department. Linda Robinson, owner of Green Street Veterinary Clinic in Hastings, also spoke to the commissioners about the department, claiming that offers she made to prepare information on neutering and spaying for inclusion in the packets given to people who adopt animals from the shelter were not accepted. She also claimed that her offers to provide free medical care to animals at the shelter have been repeatedly ignored. “The offer has been on the table to help the animal shelter for over 18 years,” she said. Robinson also told commissioners of a dog she adopted from the shelter that was emaciated from the lack of care while there. After the meeting, Sheriff Dar Leaf claimed that Robinson has been told that she could include information prepared by her in the packets, adding that she has never approached him about offering any kind of free medical assistance for animals at the shelter. “If Linda wants to offer free vet care, I’m in on that,” he said. Animal Control and the proposed advisory committee will be discussed again at a meeting of the commissioners scheduled for July 20. The commissioners also voted to later consider taking the following possible courses of action: • Approval of a request to solicit feasibility studies for the renovation of the former Hastings Public Library building, located at 121 S. Church St. in Hastings, to accommodate the area Michigan State University Extension office and other county operations. • Approval of a request to spend up to $1,250 in county funds to hire attorney Gerald Fisher to work as a facilitator in the creation of an agreement between the City of Hastings and area townships that focuses on provision of urban services. • Adoption of a resolution to issue Michigan Transportation Bonds for the Finkbeiner/Crane Road Bridge Project, which will include construction of a bridge across the Thornapple River as part of improved access for commercial trucks. • Adoption of a resolution supporting an application made on behalf of the Entrepreneurial Pillar of the HomeTown Partners for participation in MSU’s Creating Entrepreneurial Communities program, which aims to promote business development and growth. • Issuance of a loan of nearly $4,500 to help the sheriff’s department in its receipt of a grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment for the purchase a new patrol boat. • Approval of an amendment to an agreement between the county and the Michigan Department of Human Services that would allow the state to continue to fund the county’s Friend of the Court program. • Approval of an amendment to an agreement between the county and the state’s Department of Human Services that would require certain steps be taken within the county’s office of the prosecuting attorney to ensure the security of Internal Revenue Service records. • Approval of a request to accept a bid from Fox Building Services and spend nearly $15,900 of Barry County Home Improvement/HOME Program funds to make repairs to a house located at 305 Russell St., Middleville. • Adoption of a resolution to honor the retirement of James Westra, who served in various positions within the county, including that of manager of the county’s office of community corrections and program director of the adult drug court initiative, which he was instrumental in establishing. Construction will impact drivers in Middleville This intersection of Main and High streets in Middleville will be closed Wednesday and Thursday, July 14 and 15, to replace bricks. Drivers are asked to detour around the work. (Photo by Patricia Johns) by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Drivers in Middleville are beginning to cope with short- and long-term road construction efforts. Surveying and preliminary work has begun on the intersection of Finkbeiner Road and M-37 north of town as part of the Finkbeiner/Crane Road bridge project. One shoulder is closed both north and south of Finkbeiner Road, and the intersection to the west is closed to through traffic. The full project is expected to be completed by July 2011. On Wednesday and Thursday, July 14 and 15, Pavers Plus will be working on Main Street at High Street downtown to repair bricks that were installed last summer. In case of rain either of these two days, the work will be completed Friday, July 16. The concrete base under the High Street intersection will be cored Wednesday to improve drainage under the bricks and prevent the freeze/thaw heave. Although Bradford White Corporation will be shut down next week, water heaters will be shipped. Acting Village Manager Geoff Moffat has notified the company asking the trucks use the Parmalee Road alternative route. Following the brick replacement and repair, semi-trucks no longer will be able to turn left onto High Street when going east from M-37 Highway. Find out why Farm Bureau and former State Rep. Bob Bender support Mike BREMER 06720340 by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer The national recession has had an obvious effect on salaries, and it appears as though members of the Barry County Board of Commissioners may be keeping up with the times. When the commissioners met Tuesday as a committee of the whole, they passed a motion to later consider adoption of a resolution that would ultimately reduce their compensation for serving on the board. “I think it’s time we stabilize what we spend and reduce what we spend to operate this board,” said Chairman Robert Houtman. According to information provided by the commissioners, the resolution, if adopted, would eliminate the per diem compensation currently received by members of the board and institute a system wherein the chairman and fellow commissioners would receive annual salaries of $10,500 and $9,500, respectively. At present, Houtman earns an annual salary of $9,050, while all other members of the board earn annual salaries of $8,000. 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Box 87, Middleville, MI 49333 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-07-15.pdf f1cd41294b481e211f2168a25a0991b2 PDF Text Text Barry County Fair opens next week Sidewalk sales have history of bargains, fun Fastpitch Hall of Fame inducts 9th class See Story on Page 3 See Editorial on Page 5 See Story on Page 15 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 28 NEWS BRIEFS BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, July 15, 2010 Felony charges brought against Hastings dentist MOPS offering free activities for kids Tyden Park in Hastings will be the scene Saturday, July 17, of free activities and games for children and a two-mile walk for members of the Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) who meet at Thornapple Valley Church. The event is a fundraising walk, and the kids’ events are for fun and to increase awareness of the organization. MOPS is an international organization that celebrates motherhood as it strives to meet the needs of every mom with children from birth through kindergarten. The two-mile walk — eight laps around Tyden Park — will be from 10:30 to 11 a.m. “From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. there will be many free activities for young children whose parents want to bring them to the event. Fifteen different games and activities for all ages include bubbles, chalk, shaving cream game, sand, body art” and more, said Shana Schaefer, coordinator of MOPS at TVC. Mothers do not have to walk in order to participate in the free activities, said MOPS member Debbie Short. Anyone interested in sponsoring MOPS in the walk or for more information about the group may call 269-948-2549, ext. 421. Monster truck show returning to Delton Delton District Library will host a monster truck show in the library parking lot from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 17. The show has become an annual event due to its popularity with both the truck owners and the residents who attend to see the huge vehicles, said library Director Cheryl Bower. “This is a free event and is fun for the entire family. Many of the drivers displaying trucks will encourage kids to climb up into the driver’s seat. The trucks will be awarded trophies based on votes cast by everyone attending the show, so we really need spectators,” she said. People who have a truck to display or any questions should call the library at 269-6238040. Delton flower show set for Saturday The Inland Lakes Garden Club annual flower show will be held Saturday, July 17, in the Barry Township Hall on Orchard Street in Delton. A sale of garden-related items begins at 9 a.m., with judging in the morning, as well. At 11 a.m., the winning arrangements and flowers will be available for viewing. The show is free of charge. Hastings board to host bond session The Hastings Area School Board will hold an informational meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 20, in the lecture hall at the high school regarding the bond proposal that will be on the Aug. 3 ballot. The board of education will be asking voters to approve a $1.5 million bond issue that will allow the district to improve technology in both the high school and middle school as well as make needed repairs and improvements throughout all the schools in the district. “It is my hope that by providing this information to our parents, teachers and community members will prompt them to get out and vote on Aug. 3,” said Hastings Superintendent of Schools Rich Satterlee. “The bond issue will not raise taxes, but simply extends the current debt levy.” Anyone with questions about the proposed bond is encouraged to call Satterlee at 269-9456137. Two teens died Monday at Yankee Springs Dairy, which is on near the corner of Patterson and Bass roads in Thornapple Township. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Two die at Yankee Springs Dairy Christopher Tomczyk, DDS Hastings Police last week arrested a local dentist after a lengthy investigation which began Jan. 29. Christopher Tomczyk, 45, of Hastings, has been charged with two felony counts of intentionally falsifying/altering medical records, one misdemeanor charge of prohibited use of chemical agents (nitrous oxide) and one mis- See DENTIST, page 8 The Barry County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the death of two teen farm workers from Wayland. The deaths occurred Monday at Yankee Springs Dairy on Patterson Road near Bass Road, near the Barry/Allegan county line, where the men were employed. Killed were 18-year-old Victor Perez, a recent graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School, and 17-year-old Francisco Mendez Martinez who were cleaning the inside of a 12-by-15 liquid cow feed storage container at the time of the incident. It is believed that something caused the teens to become unconscious inside the silo. The two were extracted from the silo and pronounced dead at the scene. Thornapple Township Emergency Services and Wayland EMS also responded to the scene. Chief Dave Middleton from Thornapple Township Emergency Services said his department responded with 13 staff members and emergency vehicles to a call at 6:10 p.m. He said the cause of death is still under investigation. A toxicology report on the victims may take several weeks. Thornapple Kellogg Superintendent Gary Rider said that the school district is offering counseling to students who knew Perez. “Our immediate response to this tragedy is to help students and the families,” said Rider. “If you know of any students or staff who may need counseling services, please contact the district administration office at 269-795-3313.” Counseling is being held in the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library. The incident remains under investigation. City one step closer to moratorium on medical marijuana by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Monday evening, the Hastings City Council held a first reading of a proposed ordinance, recommended by the Hastings Planning Commission and the city attorney that would put a moratorium on the issue of city permits, licenses or approval for the sale or distribution of medical marijuana. The moratorium would allow the city time to review potential amendments to the city code which would regulate the sale and distribution of medical marijuana in a way that would protect public health, safety and welfare in a manner consistent with the Michigan Medical Marijuana Act. “If you have been reading the newspapers lately, this is going on in most communities in Michigan. There is still a lot of uncertainty surrounding medical marijuana,” said Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield. “In order to give communities an opportunity to learn a little bit more about it and try to decide how they want to regulate it within their own community — because it is subject to local zoning and regulatory measures as long as they are consistent with state law — a lot of communities, to give themselves more time, have opted for a moratorium.” The City of Hastings will hold a second reading of the ordinance at the its next regular meeting which is slated for 7 p.m. Monday, July 28. The council also scheduled a workshop with the planning commission and Jeff Sluggett, an attorney with Law Weathers and Richardson at 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 9, to discuss zoning regulations and other options related to the regulation of medical marijuana. Sluggett serves as the law firm’s expert in that area. In other business, the council: • Heard a report from Mansfield on special parking accommodations. As requested by the council, Mansfield was asked to investigate options for possibly accommodating handicapped individuals who need to park downtown for an extended period of time. He noted that a survey of other Michigan communities yielded few options. He said the City of Petoskey decided to allow those who qualify for a yellow free-parking sticker from the Michigan Secretary of State, are permitted to park all day in non-handicapped municipal metered parking spaces. Other options See MORATORIUM, pg. 3 Delton school board may hire County commissioners vote Blacken as superintendent to reduce compensation by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer When the Delton Kellogg Board of Education convened for an organizational meeting Monday, members of the board voted to initiate contract negotiations with Paul Blacken that may result in him being named the new superintendent of Delton Kellogg Schools. Blacken, who currently serves as assistant superintendent for the district, would fill the role left vacant by Cynthia Vujea’s resignation earlier this month. In other contract-related business, the board voted to renew an agreement between the district and Good Marks for Schools and allow Stewart Schofield to continue to serve as principal of the high school through June 30, 2011. The agreement shows that Schofield’s annual salary would be just under $99,500. Sheryl Downer, director of finance for Delton Kellogg, said after the meeting that the agreement reflects no wage changes. Expounding upon the school system’s continued arrangement with Good Marks for Schools, Downer said that the arrangement involves Schofield being an employee of Good Marks for Schools, adding that such organization saves the local district from being responsible for more than $35,000 of health insurance and retirement expenses each year. The board elected its officers for the coming year, with the roles of members remaining largely unchanged. The board voted to retain Andrew Stoneburner, Jennifer Bever and Marsha Bassett as president, secretary and treasurer, respectively. Elizabeth Matteson previously served as vice president of the Paul Blacken board. Her recently unsuccessful bid for reelection paved the way for Paul Hughes to be named vice president. Hughes, along with Vic Haas, was recently elected to the board, and members of the organization also voted to approve their installations. While Haas’ term expires June 30, 2012, Hughes served on the board as an appointed member prior to his recent electoral win, and his term will expire June 30, 2012. by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At its meeting Tuesday, the Barry County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted a resolution to reduce the earnings of those who will serve on the board. Commissioner Michael Callton was absent. Scheduled to go into effect Jan. 1, 2011, the resolution would eliminate the per diem compensation currently received by members of the board and institute a system wherein the county board chair and his or her fellow commissioners would receive annual salaries of $10,500 and $9,500, respectively. Currently, Robert Houtman earns an annual salary of $9,050 for being chairman of the board, while all other members earn annual salaries of $8,000. According to a report prepared by Luella Dennison, deputy administrator of Barry County, per diem compensations and salaries resulted in each of the commissioners earning approximately $12,500 last year. As previously reported, the resolution — which was partially spurred by financial hurdles expected to impact the county next year — would save the municipality approximately $24,000 annually and make the commissioners’ compensations comparable to earnings of commissioners in similar counties. While the resolution entails certain savings, it would not eliminate fringe benefits currently earned by the commissioners, such as health insurance, retirement benefits and reimbursement for travel expenses. Gary White, who is seeking election to the board in November, told the commissioners that some of those benefits also should be done away with. “As an employee, I was never compensated to come to my job,” he said of travel expenses. According to information available at the meeting, the commissioners traveled more than 12,300 miles for county business last year and were compensated nearly $5,150. Vice Chairman Craig Stolsonburg responded to White’s concerns about travelexpense reimbursement, explaining that if the commissioners were not compensated with county funds for their travel expenses, they would have the option of being reimbursed for such expenses by the State of Michigan. White and Stolsonburg continued their exchange, with White suggesting that the commissioners’ salaries be performancebased and Stolsonburg remarking that voters limit the need for performance-based structures. “The voters have the option of voting you out, so everything’s performance-based, in my opinion,” he said. Resident Chuck Reed also addressed the commissioners about their fringe benefits, echoing some of the comments made by White. In other business, commissioners heard two presentations, including one from Valerie Byrnes, director of the Barry County Economic Development Alliance. In addition to detailing some of the recent activities the organization has been involved with, See COMPENSATION, pg. 18 �Page 2 — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Norm Barlow appointed president of the Hastings Rotary Club Civil War battles will be reenacted next weekend at Historic Charlton Park. Civil War muster returns this weekend American history comes alive Saturday, July 17 and Sunday, July 18, at Historic Charlton Park. The Civil War Muster will draw hundreds of reenactors depicting Confederate and Union infantry, cavalry and artillery units. Visitors can witness a part of the history of America with authentic battles in the village that helps them see and understand the fierce battles between the Blue and Gray. Guests also may shop on Sutler Row, play parlor games, watch a fashion show, see military demonstrations, participate in the country barn dance and enjoy a candle-lantern tour in the evening. Visitors are encouraged to talk with the reenactors in their Civil War-era clothing and see the authentic camp. The battles activities take place starting at 1 p.m. Saturday and 1:30 p.m. on Sunday. The barn dance begins Saturday at 7, night firing of cannons over the river at 9:45, and the candle-lantern tour at 10 p.m. Food vendors will be on site. Admission is $6 for adults and $3 for kids 5 to 12 years, 4 and under are free. Charlton Park is located between Hastings and Nashville, just off M-79. For more information, call 269-945-3775, visit www.charltonpark.org or search Historic Charlton Park on Facebook. Schwennesen appointed Yankee Springs Township trustee 77547602 by Fran Faverman Staff Writer The four members of the Yankee Springs Township Board of Trustees met Thursday evening, July 8, and appointed Al Schwennesen, longtime resident and member of the planning commission, to fill the vacancy left by the death of Jack Finkbeiner. The appointment was approved 3-1, with Treasurer John Jerkatis dissenting. The initial brief public comment period following the opening of the meeting was dominated by supporters of Shane Vandenberg. Among them were Cathy Strickland, member of the Yankee Springs Township Planning Commission; John Rough, real estate broker and former township supervisor; Mark Englerth, building contractor and former county commissioner for the 6th district; and friends and relatives. Strickland said she was supporting Vandenberg because he shared many of the same qualities that had distinguished Finkbeiner’s tenure on the board, that he is the “go-to guy” for residents who want to discuss informally township issues, that his familiarity with the community is an advan- tage, and that it is only equitable the Republican runner-up in the 2008 primary be chosen. (Incumbent trustees Mary Cook and Jack Finkbeiner won the primary; Cook besting Vandenberg by 19 votes.) She also cited his regular attendance at meetings of the planning commission and the board of trustees. Rough said he had known Vandenberg for 25 years and counted him among the most upright and decent people he has known. Englerth added that Vandenberg was passionate about serving and the community, that he was a good fit in Yankee Springs. Supervisor Al McCrumb said that Vandenberg’s proposal for an election to fill the seat was a no-go because it was too long a delay until November. If the township board did not fill the seat within 45 days from the vacancy, the Barry County Board of Commissioners would take over the process and have 45 days in which to fill the vacancy. Only if both the township and the county agency did not fill the vacancy could an election be held. Barry County Clerk Pamela Jarvis confirmed the process, adding that there was no way the county board of election commissioners would allow that to happen. McCrumb said he had narrowed the list of seven applicants to three: Paul Heystek, Al Schwennesen, and Melissa Balsitas. Heystek was selected because of his work on the Federal Emergency Management Agency floodplain and the open-fire ordinance issues. Schwennesen made the list due to his efforts on the open-fire ordinance and Balsitas because of her interest in budget and financial issues. Not making the cut were Vandenberg, Warren Wheeler, Valerie Best, and Paul Jansens, current chair of the zoning board of appeals. McCrumb urged the other applicants to remain active and to apply for boards and commissions. Vandenberg then angrily demanded to know how McCrumb could say he (Vandenberg) had never demonstrated any interest in serving on any board or commission. He said McCrumb had urged him to apply for a nonexistent opening on the planning commission. Vandenberg ended his remarks with an expletive and left the hall. He returned a few minutes later. “I do not enjoy being called a liar,” retorted McCrumb. The first candidate to be questioned was Heystek. Cook said that while she appreciated Heystek’s frankness in disclosing his plans to winter in Florida from January to March, she felt such a prolonged absence eliminated him from consideration by her. She noted that otherwise he was an excellent candidate. Jerkatis began by thanking all seven applicants and noting their diverse backgrounds. He said he favored skills in communicating and research. Jerkatis commented that Heystek was the only candidate to perceive that his question about the smoking ban in bars and eating places was designed to elicit the candidate’s philosophy of government. He advised Vandenberg to wait until 2012; high on the list of priorities for Jerkatis is the close look at expanding the board of trustees from five to seven members. Clerk Janice Lippert thanked all the applicants, noting that Yankee Springs was fortunate to have so many apply. “Some townships don’t have anyone apply,” she said. She said she did not have a particular candidate in mind. McCrumb said he was recommending Schwennesen because he knows the system, an allusion to Schwennesen’s 18 years on the township planning commission. He noted that Wheeler had worked well on the park committee and he would like to see him be more involved. McCrumb moved to nominate Schwennesen to fill the vacancy for the remainder of the term expiring in November 2012. Lippert supported the motion. Jerkatis asked if other candidates could be nominated and proceeded to nominate Heystek to fill the vacancy. The motion died for lack of support. Lippert administered the oath of office and Schwennesen took his seat at the table. In the final public comment period near the end of the meeting, Theresa Wheeler noted that once again the board is heavily weighted with members who live on waterfront property; only Cook does not live on waterfront or lake property. “The board does an excellent job of protecting the interests of waterfront property owners, but when are you going to protect the rural property owners?” she asked. Wheeler and her husband own a 10-acre property on the northeastern side of the township. She reminded the board that it had been necessary to threaten to take the township to court to prevent a developer from platting a standard subdivision on 80 acres of property near theirs and that eventually a planned unit development, Starview Estates, had resulted. She said she supported a seven-person board, adding that she wanted to see “different people on the board.” Norm Barlow (left) accepts the ceremonial gavel of the Hastings Rotary Club from Brad Johnson. by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer After completing his one-year term as president of the Hastings Rotary Club, Brad Johnson turned over the presidency to Norm Barlow at the club’s meeting Monday. While Johnson has been a member of the club since 2005, his successor has been part of the organization for more than 40 years, and the former president explained that the change of perspectives afforded by the differing tenures will be beneficial. “It’s been a pleasure serving as president this past year, and I think Norm Barlow is going to do a fabulous job,” said Johnson after the meeting. According to Barlow, he actively sought presidential appointment, explaining that it would allow him to help members of the club continue their successful and worthwhile pursuits. “I just want to be the best president I can be,” he said after his appointment. In an interview following the meeting, Barlow explained that, as president, one of his objectives is to create a pictorial directory of the club’s members to complement the existing text-based directory. “I would like to see a picture with each description,” he said. Taste of Barry County to debut July 24 ‘Taste’ at fair will have local flavor The Barry County Fair will be the site of the new Taste of Barry County reception in the community tent from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, July 24. Admission (in addition to fair gate fees) is a $3 donation. Net proceeds from the Taste of Barry County will go to the youth fair premium account. Scheduled to be at the Taste of Barry County from Middleville are McKeown Brothers’ Sweet Corn; Geukes Market, which has been around since 1929, with samples of meats; and Otto’s Chicken Farm with chicken. Representing Nashville will be MOO-ville Creamery with milk and the Nashville Maple Syrup Association with maple syrup. Circle Pines Center in Delton is planning to bring bread and pies. Haywood Family Cheese in Hastings will have cheese. Dirt Broke Gourmet Dip Company in Freeport will be bringing samples of dips and cheesecake. Hudsonville Smokehouse of Marion will have eight flavors of jerky to try. Tirrell Farmstead Specialties in Charlotte is bringing cheese to sample. Space at the Taste of Barry County is still available. Call 269-945-3443 for more information. Free legal advice to be offered July 16 by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer On Friday, July 16, the Barry County Bar Association will sponsor a clinic allowing residents to receive free legal advice from area attorneys. According to Nathan Tagg, a local lawyer who has helped to organize the clinic, the event will be held to serve people who have trouble affording legal representation but require such advice and direction. Hopefully, he added, the clinic also will help to mend the negative image of attorneys held by many people. Describing the clinic, Tagg explained that people will be able to meet individually with lawyers who specialize in various areas. The meetings will be confidential, and while they likely will not result in resolutions to many of the problems presented, the clinic is intended to provide people with information on how to proceed, he elaborated. “A lot of times, what I’ve found, especially doing court-appointed work, is that people don’t even know their rights, and they’re afraid to ask because they’re afraid it’s going to cost too much money,” he said. “So when we meet with people, it’s going to be more or less to advise them of what they can and cannot do.” According to Tagg, participating lawyers will include David Gilbert, Jim Goulooze, Kristen Hoel, Dave Makled, Julie NakfoorPratt, Kathyrn Russel, Judy Singleton and Marcel Stoetzel. A clinic like this was held in April, and Tagg explained that, based on the response to the upcoming event, it is possible that others will be held regularly and indefinitely in the future. “We’re hoping to hold one every quarter,” he said. The clinic will be on the third floor of the Barry County Courts and Law Building, located at 206 W. Court St. in Hastings. Consultations will be held on a first-come, first-served basis, and people may sign up for meetings from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Hastings Public Library gives weekly schedule Thursday, July 15 — Teen’s Pizza and Pages discuss I Am Rembrandt’s Daughter by Lynn Cullen, 3:45 to 5 p.m.; Movie Memories remembers Billy Wilder with “Witness for the Prosecution,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 16 — preschool story time celebrates the beach, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Saturday, July 17: Anime Club, 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, July 19 — board of directors meet 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 13 — toddler story time celebrates ducks, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 14 — summer reading program animals from John Ball Zoo, 2 to 3 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library for more information about any of the above 269-9454263. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — Page 3 Barry County Fair will have fun and learning opportunities by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The banner outside the Barry County Expo Center reads, ‘Barry County Fair July 19-24.’ But really the fair begins unofficially Saturday, July 17. This is the day that 4-H competitions begin. The 4-H members, ages 4 to 19, will be bringing in their non-livestock exhibits and some livestock to be judged, beginning Saturday. Livestock competitions will continue throughout the week, and the non-livestock items will go on display in the club booths in the exhibition hall. No admission is charged July 17 and 18, so this is a good time to watch dog judging, beginning at 9 a.m., the rocket launch in the horse arena at 1 p.m. or the communications competition at 6 p.m. in the community tent. On Sunday, July 18, visitors can tour the gardens, see rabbit and poultry judging, beginning at 9 a.m., watch the harness races beginning at noon or see the young talent in Barry County compete at 6 p.m. in the community tent. This year many young talents have signed up to perform. Sunday night at 6 p.m. is when the heavyweight state championship horse pull begins in front of the grandstand. Admission to the Barry County Fair is $15 for a punch pass for the week or $5 a day for those 12 years old and older. Senior citizens ages 62 and older pay $3. Children 12 and under are admitted for free. For many, the fair begins Monday, July 19, when the rides start at 6 p.m. Rides will again be provided by Jules and Beck Carnival. Visitors can always something to do or see throughout the entire week. On Monday, anyone who wants to know what “dressage” means for equestrians can watch the dressage and jumping competition at the horse arena beginning at 2 p.m. Many people return each year to play bingo. Bingo is from 6 to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday night. Bingo is sponsored by the Barry County Democratic Party that donates proceeds from this event to 4-H awards for the 2011 fair. The Birthing Tent next to the Farm Bureau Tent is a great place for return visits. Animals are expected to be born in the tent throughout the week. The tent is a little bigger this year, and was the recipient of a Barry Community Foundation grant. Monday night’s grandstand show is the OffRoad Challenge mud run beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are $9. The variety stage will be the site of free entertainment all week. The Thunderfloor Cloggers will be back to perform Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. On Tuesday and Thursday at 7 and 8:15 p.m., the Thornapple Valley Dulcimer Society will take the stage. Tuesday, July 20, is Veterans and Seniors Day. Admission all day for these groups is $2.50. A special senior program sponsored by the Barry County Commission on Aging begins at 9:30 a.m. in the community tent. Anyone who wants some insight on prospective young chefs in Barry County can stop by the picnic pavilion next to the camping area to watch and perhaps sample results of the 4-H cooking challenge beginning at 10:30 a.m. The WBCH Colgate Country Showdown begins at 7 p.m. in the community tent. There is no charge. The grandstand show is the Bulls and Barrels Super Kicker professional rodeo at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10. Wednesday is Children’s Day with special events in the Farm Bureau Tent and the 4-H Children’s and Master gardens. There, children will be able to make living necklaces, draw pictures and have fun with bubbles and beans at the gardens from noon to 2 p.m. Rides with special prices begin at noon. Drawing for a bicycle to be given away is at 3 p.m. Autocross begins at 7 p.m. in the grandstand, and tickets cost $9. Thursday is Ladies Day with admission for women reduced to $2.50 until noon. Meteorologist Teri DeBoer will be the speaker for the Ladies Day program which begins at 10:30 a.m. She will be speaking at 11:30 a.m. There is also a pie contest during Ladies Day. The small animal auction begins at 5:30 p.m. in the show arena. Karaoke semi-finals will be in the community tent at 7 p.m. There is no charge to stop by to listen. Motocross show at the grandstand starts at 7 p.m. Ticket price is $9. The Children’s and Master gardens will be candlelit beginning at dusk. On Friday, July 23, many people go to the fairgrounds for the annual large animal livestock sale in the show arena, beginning at 9 a.m. Sale order is swine, lambs, steers and gallon of milk. Karaoke finals begin at 7 p.m. in the community tent. Motocross returns to the grandstand at 7 p.m. Ticket price is $9. Candles will again light the paths and plots in the gardens, beginning at dusk. On the final day of the fair, fun fills the entire fairgrounds. The top 4-H members begin competing in the Show of Champions in the show arena at 8:30 a.m. This year the Show of Champions will have 11 4-H members competing at the intermediate level and 11 in the senior level. Waterball fights between local fire departments begin at 10 a.m. At 10 a.m. as well, antique tractor pulls begin in the grandstand followed by lawn mower races. Both these events are free. A whimsical event is the livestock fashion show that begins in the show arena at 3 p.m. The Taste of Barry County will fill the community tent from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday. A $3 charge per person will allow visitors the chance sample foods from around the county. Net proceeds will go to the youth fair premium account. Foods already going to be served include McKeown Brothers’ sweet corn, meats from Geukes Market, milk from MOO-ville, chicken from Otto’s Chicken Farm, bread and pies from Circle Pines Center, maple syrup from Nashville, cheese from Haywood Family Cheese in Hastings and more. The final grandstand show is the demolition derby beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are $9 each. No matter which day people choose to explore the Barry County Fair, food, animals, fun and a variety of entertainment will give them plenty to do and see. For more information about the Barry County Fair, call the Expo Center at 269-9452224. Large snake reported in Hope Township Residents in southwest Barry County are being warned by the Barry County Sheriff’s Department to keep track of their small pets after a Hope Township resident reported seeing a large snake, possibly an albino python, Monday morning. When the man first saw the snake in the road, which he estimated to be approximately eight feet long and about three to four inches in diameter, he said he thought it was a tree branch. He went to remove it, taking his dog with him. When his dog started to bark, the man realized it was a very large whitish snake, which he said he believed to be a python. The snake rapidly moved into the swampy area near the roadway and disappeared. When a deputy from the sheriff’s depart- ment arrived on the scene, he was unable to locate the snake. However, a short trail through the swamp approximately six inches wide, was seen in the floating weeds. Two wildlife rescue personnel arrived on the scene, and while one ventured into the swamp, the snake could not be located. The United States Fish and Wildlife Service was contacted, and personnel from that office said that such reports are not unusual at this time of year. Because the snake is not native to this area, the USFWS personnel said it had either escaped or been released into the wild. Since the snake is not an endangered species, they said they would not take action and advised the sheriff’s department to take whatever action was nec- essary to capture the snake, including destroying it. MORATORIUM, continued from page 1 included allowing all-day parking in nonhandicapped designated spaces for individuals with disability parking placards (this option was originally used in Petoskey until abuse of the policy led to a change). The last option was for the City of Hastings to create its own specific permit to allow individuals meeting certain criteria to park all day in municipal spaces. The report was result of a request for special parking privileges from an individual who works downtown and has a medical condition which makes it difficult for her to get to and from her car in the all-day municipal lots or move her car every two hours. After hearing the report, Council Member David Jasperse made a motion that the city send a letter to the individual informing her that it is unable to meet her request. With Council Member Frank Campbell absent, the motion failed by a 4-4 vote, with Council Members Don Tubbs, Dave Tossava, Jeri Depue and Barry Wood casting the dissenting votes. Tubbs said the report shows that there is some flexibility that can be used to accommodate the specific needs of some individuals. “We have to be open minded because there are people with specific concerns,” said Tubbs. “I think it is unfair to them not to have a solution.” Wood said he agreed with Tubbs, and suggested the city send a letter to the individuals outlining the options and asking if any of them would work. Mansfield said he felt it would be a mistake to design a policy around an individual rather than creating one that would apply to all individuals. “I agree with Jeff,” said Council Member Don Bowers. “I don’t think you can tailor something for one person.” “And I don’t think we should present the options in a letter, as options for her, unless we can come up with options for everybody,” said Council Member Brenda McNabb-Stange. “I think we are being awfully quick to tell her there is nothing we can do about it,” said DePue. McNabb-Stange said the city has been trying to work with the individual since she first approached the council a while ago. Bowers said that trying to accommodate people on an individual basis would be a “Pandora’s box.” Wood and Tubbs said that they didn’t want to “shut the door” and were hoping to find something that was fair for everyone in the community. No action was taken by the council regarding the matter. Mansfield suggested that individuals on the council look into the matter themselves and “see what you come up with and give us additional direction during the next few weeks.” • Approved a resolution requested by Hastings City Police Chief Jerry Sarver to amend the city’s fiscal year 2010-11 budget to allow the purchase of a copier that was included in last year’s amended budget but not purchased last year. The budget was then amended to show a $8,600 increase in expenditures for the purchase. • Gave its approval for Hastings Mayor Bob May’s appointment of Kenneth Schroeder as a member of the zoning board of appeals (ZBA) until Dec. 31 and Craig Jenkins as an alternate member of the ZBA until Dec. 31, 2011. • Awarded a bid of $15,741 to Interspiro Midwest for three self-contained breathing apparatus units (SCBA) as recommended by Hastings Fire Chief Roger Caris. These are the remaining SCBA needed by the department, which were not covered by a FEMA grant last year. • As a member of the Grand Valley Metropolitan Council (GVMC), the city council adopted a resolution amending the organization’s articles of incorporation recognizing the withdrawal of Jamestown Township from the regional council. Adoption of the amendment was recommended by the GVMC. • Approved the purchase of replacement fire hydrants form East Jordan Iron Works for an amount not to exceed $38,730 ($1,291 each) as recommended by Department of Public Service Director Tim Girrbach. • Approved an addendum to Mansfield’s 2010 City Manager contract, agreeing to waive the requirement that the city provide Mansfield with a car for his use or pay him a stipend in lieu of providing a car. Earlier this year, Mansfield proposed that the city vehicles used by himself and Girrbach and several other vehicles be cut from the city’s budget. The budget adopted by the city for the 2010-11 fiscal year reflects this change. • Awarded a bid to P.K. Contracting Inc. for 2010 street line painting for an estimate amount of $22,095 as recommended by Girrbach. • Heard from 87th District House of Representative Mike Bremer, who introduced himself and gave a brief summary of his platform. Call 945-9554 any time for Hastings Banner classified ads Follow the Stars H H H H H Hastings township board revises cemetery rules, appoints election workers by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer At their meeting Tuesday, members of the Hastings Charter Township Board unanimously voted to adopt a revised list of rules governing the Hastings Cemetery. Township Clerk Bonnie Cruttenden explained that the revisions are minor in nature and primarily meant to ensure ease of maintenance of the cemetery located on McKeown Road near Thornapple Manor. “This is almost identical to what we adopted in 1997,” she said of the revised list of rules. In comparing the previous list to the newly adopted rules, the most significant change is that neither mulch nor landscape stones are allowed at the cemetery. In preparation for the advancing political season, election workers also were appointed during the meeting to help the township in its upcoming obligations concerning ballots, voting machines and other related matters. Workers affiliated with the Democrat Party who were appointed included Cruttenden, Linda Garrison, Sarah Phillips, Robert Stockham and Mary White. Their Republican Party counterparts will be Janice Day, Sharon Frick, Ilene Hilson, Anita Mennell and Janet Neil. to one of the strongest banks in the nation. Accordion ensemble to play concert series The Grand Rapids Accordion Ensemble will squeeze their music into the lunch hour starting at 11:30 a.m. Friday, July 23. The Grand Rapids Accordion Ensemble was founded in early 1991 by Ray Tomaszewski, an accordionist whose aim was the promotion and preservation of quality accordion learning and performance. Domenic Marinelli became the director after the death of Tomaszewski in 1992, and the ensemble continued to flourish under his leadership. After Domenic passed away in May of 2006, the ensemble appointed Dr. Jon Nichols as conductor in May of 2007. The ensemble, with a present membership of 42, meets for rehearsal each week and is in demand for performances at area retirement and nursing homes, ethnic festivals and for other types of local groups. The Fridays at the Fountain series occurs every Friday throughout the summer and is sponsored by the Thornapple Arts Council and the City of Hastings. Concerts are located on the Barry County Courthouse lawn and go from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. In the event of rain, concerts move into the community room at the Hastings City Bank, 150 W. Court St. Hastings City Bank has been awarded BauerFinancial’s* highest 5 Star Superior rating for financial strength and stability as of June 2010. We are the only bank in our service area to have this coveted rating. *BauerFinancial has been providing the public with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions regarding their banking relationships for over a quarter of a century. For the rating of any U.S. bank or federally insured credit union, simply visit www.bauerfinancial.com 07548135 �Page 4 — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Recall effort is partisan To the editor: The community agitators on the Prairieville Recall Committee have expended much energy and ink on their effort to undo the valid election of good people to the township board. That effort appears parochial and partisan rather than principled. I have waited in vain to see even a word of outrage about any number of other issues from any of them. Be it the governor’s $100 million sweetheart lease deal with her pal for an undesired state police headquarters, our senators voting for trillion-dollar bills without reading them, an attorney general suing a state for wanting federal immigration law enforced while winking at violations of the Voting Rights Act, etc., does the silence of the committee indicate a partisan toleration or, heaven forbid, even enthusiasm? Just wondering. Vote no on the recall. Keep good government when we find it. Sidewalk sales have history of bargains, fun and local support Rod Goebel, Delton Recall targets have only begun to make changes To the editor: The letters have been written, the meetings attended, the signs are up – it’s decision time. I believe, beyond the shadow of a doubt, that Jim Stoneburner and Jill Owens are guilty only of fighting for the best interest of the people of Prairieville Township. They were voted in fairly, they are honest people who care and they have only begun to show us what they can do to make our township the best it can be. This recall effort is wrong, it is expensive, and it is based on misinformation by people with personal agendas. Vote no. Mary Meagher, Delton State rep supports commissioner To the editor: Over the past several years, I have known Mike Callton both professionally and as a friend. I have observed Mike in many situations, and I have been impressed with his knowledge, leadership and skill. He has led Barry County through some very tough times, and now the county is an example for other counties to follow. These qualities make Mike Callton the best choice for state representative. Leaving the state house is difficult, but I rest assured that the 87th District will be in good hands when Mike is elected. Please join me in supporting Mike Callton to be our next state representative. Brian Calley, 87th District State Representative True change in Michigan To the editor: We have been through yet another “change” in our governmental leadership, and still the state of Michigan is sinking deeper into the abyss. Change must occur, not in just flipping over a coin, but in getting a different coin. Steve Fabiano is not a state politician; he is not a career policy maker. He is a longtime successful business owner who knows how to balance a budget and get all the value from every penny. I encourage everyone to vote for Steve Fabiano, a firefighter who wants to respond to the emergency of Michigan government. He is the right choice for the great state of Michigan. Vote for Steve Aug. 3. A vote for Steve is a vote for true change in Michigan. Michael Roberts, Grand Ledge Seek the truth before voting To the editor: Citizens of Prairieville are you ready to vote Aug. 3? Have you done your homework? Have you chosen to seek the truth for yourself? Do you listen to only one of your neighbors or try to listen to all different sides of your neighbors’ ideas that you possibly can? Do you listen to only one of your favorite stations and let the rest be darned? Whether it be one mode of communication or several, our horizons are being broadened, but, do we in reality let it go in one ear and out the other? Do listen and then make up your mind? When you vote for recall, its not a case of right or left, conservative or liberal. Davey Crockett, a key person in forming our government, once said, “Just seek the truth, then go forward.” Please, in you own mind choose the right way. Joe Gabos, Prairieville Township Downtown sidewalk sales, Hastings Banner Aug. 4, 1960. (Photo by Leo Barth) For well over 50 years now, Hastings Sidewalk Sales have been area merchants’ biggest sale event of the year. Looking over many years of the Banner’s coverage of sidewalk sales, you can pick up the excitement the event created each year. Members of our local Chamber of Commerce retail division spent months in advance planning the “gala merchandising occasion.” The sidewalks were filled with merchandise from every retailer, turning the streets into a “veritable bazaar” for the day as local business owners hawked their merchandise in and out of the stores. As you can see from the accompanying photo, crowds filled the decorated streets. As part of the mid-summer sale, local merchants offered hundreds of bargains, clowns and free movies for kids at the local theater while their parents were shopping. One year, our local merchants even sponsored a German band to perform, adding a little entertainment for shoppers. Up and down State and Jefferson streets, all the merchants had something special for their customers. One of the most popular attractions each year was the annual Barry County Humane’s Society’s “puppy display” held on the courthouse lawn. It was a great time for families to find a family pet, while the Humane Society made some extra money to fund their programs. In a story dated, July 28, 1961, Chamber retail chairman Alex Fuller, manager of the local J.C. Penney store downtown, said, “This year’s event will feature bargains, including merchandise especially purchased for sidewalk days, seasonal merchandise marked down for the occasion, along with bargains from our regular stock.” He went on to say that, “Every effort is being made to make this year’s event the best of sales.” A new addition that year, he said, would be clowns throughout the downtown area. Over the years, the sale has lost some of its magic, not because local merchants don’t want the event to be successful, we just happen to have fewer merchants. At the time, J.C. Penney was a major player for the annual event, along with two jewelry stores, three shoe stores, two men’s clothing stores, a couple hardware stores, two appliance stores, several women’s clothing stores, three variety stores and numerous drug stores — all located in the downtown area. Throughout the 1970s, downtowns across the state were impacted by major cities around them opening up indoor malls, strip stores and major ‘box’ stores. Now some 50 years later, small towns are starting to see some growth again, brought on by gas prices, an economic slowdown and a focus on shopping locally. Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. What’s in store for the coming years? It depends on how communities handle the new businesses. Small towns across Michigan are offering special incentives to independent business owners hoping to spur growth in their community. Zeeland, for one, was able to fill a couple of empty storefronts that have been vacant with new businesses. In the early 1950s, Hastings held another city-wide event, putting an emphasis on making our community look good. The event was held in early June on a Saturday morning, kicking off with a parade through downtown to promote cleanup and fix up of homes throughout the community. A Banner story discussed Hastings’ “spring housecleaning drive” in which city officials along with the local Chamber would encourage residents throughout the community to clean up their yards, attics and basements helping to make Hastings one of the cleanest cities in the area. The day began with a parade of city officials, local Boy Scouts and the Hastings High School Band leading the parade through town. The rest of the day, citizens worked in their yards while city trucks traveled through the neighborhoods picking up the junk while Boy Scouts sorted the metals and paper. They took these materials to Laubaugh’s, the local recycling business at the corner of Mill Street and Michigan Avenue, to sell. The Scouts used the proceeds to fund projects throughout the year. The city’s street sweeper and one of the fire trucks were used for the cleanup project. Several local retailers and industries made their trucks available to help pick up scrap. It was a great promotion that motivated residents to cleanup their neighborhoods. Over the years, Hastings has maintained a history of dedication to a strong retail sector, and with your support maybe we can bring some of these things back, Head downtown this weekend and look for some bargains, and at the same time show your support to our local merchants. On Friday noon you can enjoy Fridays at the Fountain, free entertainment on the courthouse lawn. There may not be any clowns, but their will be entertainment, food and bargains for everyone. If you have any suggestions for new businesses you think might prosper in our community, contact the Chamber, the City of Hastings or this newspaper. A strong retail community is in everyone’s best interest – and it will only happen if we all shop locally. – Fred Jacobs What do you think about the new ‘homemade’ law? The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 The governor has signed a law allowing home cooks and farmers to sell baked goods and other products at farmers markets. As long as they make less than $15,000 a year they do not have to use a licensed kitchen. Do you think this is a good idea? Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. 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I think it will attract more to local produce and products.” Karin Raymond, Sunfield: “I don’t have a problem with homemade food at roadside stands.” Maryjene Valdez, Ionia: “I think it’s a good way for people to be able to earn more money.” Rosie Hickey, Lake Odessa; “Baked goods are okay with me, but I’d be skeptical of meat products.” • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — Page 5 IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Animals should be top priority at shelter To the editor: I spoke at the county commissioners’ meeting about concerns that I had with the Barry County Animal Control situations and their abilities – policy and procedures — and other aspects of their duties. Keeping in mind that first and foremost the top priority is the animals and the immediate need for change. I asked Chairman Robert Houtman prior to this meeting for time to speak, and I know for a fact Sheriff Dar Leaf was e-mailed about this, to be there with any concerns that may need to be addressed. I spoke and then Lynn Anderson Longstreet spoke and said Sheriff Leaf and she had had a conversation about her daughter who is a vet at Cascade Animal Hospital and was willing to come here and help educate – spay/neuter for free and other things – which totally surprised all who were there. Mrs. Longstreet was grilled with no help from Sheriff Leaf since he had left for another meeting. I felt her discomfort. I felt this was a slap in the face to all our local veterinarians who have gone above and beyond the call of duty where the animals are concerned in Barry County, at times feeling very frustrated at the slowness of our legal system which reflects on animal control. Dr. Linda Robinson then spoke. Every word that came out of her mouth was factual and true. I know Dr. Robinson well. I know that an animal’s welfare and health are her top priority. She and Dr. Marti Mayak have been a tremendous help to me with my rescues and have been on call to me at a moment’s notice, along with South Kent Veterinary Hospital now that I have my protection license for my shelter. Dr. David Seidl also has been on call to me with the animals who are in my boarding kennel. I also know for a fact that Dr. Robinson has voiced her frustration when she has tried to put material in the folders for animal control packets and has been told “no - its policy to not advertise one vet over another.” I also know for a fact that Dr. Robinson has helped, “free of charge” and on more than one occasion has voiced frustration as to why didn’t they ask for help sooner or why was this animal allowed to suffer with fleas, infection, broken bones, cuts, etc. I have seen pictures – to only get a call from someone other than enforcement to check on an animal or go see this animal. So, for Sheriff Leaf to say he was unaware of her offer totally amazes me. I have known this for years. This, to me, means he must be so busy that he is totally out of touch with Animal Control or Animal Control is not on the top of his priority list. Not all of us have the same passion for animal welfare. That being said, to be in charge of Animal Control, the first and top priority should be the animals and their health and welfare. Let’s make sure we all keep this in mind. Barbara Lyons, Hastings Supt., school board need to be good stewards To the editor: In regards to the Banner article, “School bond won’t cost Hastings taxpayers additional money,” I would like to offer my opinion. I do not doubt that we need some of the items listed in the article, but I do question the priorities. During negotiation with the teachers union, the repairs have been totally forgotten. When you extend a loan to me, this will amount to a tax increase. Reducing the debt levy is the job of the school board and superintendent, it is their job to be good stewards of the taxpayers’ money. The Obama stimulus package is all borrowed money that will have to be paid back on the backs of our children and grandchildren. Under Obama leadership, he and Congress have saddled us with more than $5 trillion in debt. You wonder if it was a good investment for us taxpayers and was it really necessary. I will concede that Bush added $2 trillion to the debt to be fair. The reason a bond request is necessary is that the board of education and the Superintendent have given money to the teachers union instead of putting the money in building repairs and being good stewards of both state and local tax money. Boilers and roof repairs should be a first priority in the budget since it would not be good for the teachers and students to wear coats while being educated or have water coming into the classroom. Rich Satterlee stated we can educate like it’s the 1950s or to 2010, and I say I graduated in 1960, and I could read, write and do math without the use of a calculator and computer. Actually, we used a slide rule. I will admit that from the seventh to 12th grades that a computer be used, and for calculus a calculator would come in handy. Needless to say, I am not convinced the board of education has been a good steward of taxpayer money or the facility repairs have the importance they should. There is a need, and the repairs should be completed prior to any salaries and benefits be given to teachers. Delton is a good example of good stewards of taxpaying money. Theodore Bustance, Hastings Keep your friends & relatives INFORMED! Send them The BANNER To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 Prairieville voters should select “no recall” To the editor: Aug. 3, all Prairieville Township voters will have the opportunity to select the “no recall” proposal at the end of the ballot. The selection will send a message about the negative, untrue, disruptive tactics that have occurred within the township. Let’s move forward and continue the competent, proactive leadership of Jim Stoneburner and Jill Owens. Stand with the Citizens for Common Sense in Prairieville Township and vote no recall on Aug. 3. Marian M. Houtman, Delton Residents need to vote and then move on To the editor: As the upcoming Aug. 3 Prairieville recall vote draws closer, I offer some additional thoughts. Most elected officials at the township level are not what would be considered “professional politicians.” They enjoy no large staffs, assorted assistants, copious accounts/budgets and other nefarious means and devices to abuse their employers, “We the people.” Rather, they are more likely to be “local goaloriented” than “scoundrel party-affiliated.” Corruption of large funds and bureaucracies, in general, are not their turf. Corruption is not an apt description of the situation in Prairieville. To address that problem, one needs only to shift his gaze towards the East Coast. One would hope that both sides of this small-community spat have the welfare of Prairieville Township at heart and that the process we are experiencing is but the occasional spilling of political blood that our Founding Fathers spoke of. I suspect what is happening here is more likely a blend of “preexisting conditions, new ideas and visions with a dash of sour grapes.” Let us all exercise our roles in this lawful remedy to grievance in government and, when the dust has settled, hope that the potential damage to families, friends, neighbors, business and professional relationships does not manifest. Let our duly elected officials at the township level be appreciated for their efforts in our behalf. The sacrifices these nonprofessional politicians make far outweigh compensation and rewards. Vote Aug. 3 and let us get moving forward. S. Scott Smith, Delton Riverside Cemetery needs more attention To the editor: Every time I visit one of my family’s resting places, at Riverside Cemetery I first apologize that they have to “rest” in such unkempt places. The “driveways” to get where the graves are also a disaster. What would it take to have the driveways scraped? It is so sad that a funeral procession has to travel on such a messy road. I don’t want to again hear that they do not have the money or people to keep it up. That’s no excuse anymore. We have such lovely cemeteries in Barry County, but ours looks like nobody cares. Go and look and you will see how awful it looks. It would make me “rest” better and for sure those who are already “resting” at Riverside. Ingrid Wilson Morgan, Hastings Social News CIVIL WAR MUSTER SATURDAY, JULY 17TH 9AM TO 11PM SUNDAY, JULY 18TH 9AM TO 3:30PM CHARLTON PARK - HASTINGS, MI PUBLIC ADMISSION – Adults $6 Children $3 age 4-12 Running Tacticals, Parlor Games, Fashion Show, Artillery & Cavalry Demonstrations, A BATTLE (North vs South), Night Cannon Firing, and much more. UPCOMING EVENTS: County Wide Yard Sale/Swap Meet/flee Market - July 24th Antique Outboard Motor & Flea Market - July 24th Long Bow Invitational - August 13th, 14th & 15th Village, Museum & Recreation Area 07547544 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd. Hastings, MI 49058-8102 Ph: 269-945-3775 Fax: 269-945-0390 www.charltonpark.org 3756789-01 Social News Ethelyn Hull Hilliker to turn 80 Ethelyn Hull Hilliker will be 80 years old on July 16, 2010. She would love to hear from family and friends. Send cards to 630 E. South St., Hastings. Her children are Sally, Ross, Carol, Doug, Lori, June, Carol and Marty. She has 18 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Neils to celebrate 50th wedding anniversary Larry and Janet’s family welcomes you to join the 50th wedding anniversary celebration on Sunday, July 18, 2010, from 2 to 5 p.m. at 4905 E. State Rd., Hastings. Larry and Janet were married on July 30, 1960. Millers to celebrate 35th wedding anniversary Ron and Lorna Miller will celebrate their 35th anniversary on July 19, 2010. They were married July 19, 1975. Ron and Lorna have two daughters, Amanda (Jared) Novak and Amy (Bryan) Wilder, as well as two grandsons, Cole and Gage Novak. Please join Candidate 07548130 LOUISE “ELLIE” JOHNSON for a Meet and Greet on Monday, July 26, 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm at the Masonic Hall, 123 East Main Street, Middleville, and also on Thursday, July 29 at Cunningham Acres, 4980 Tupper Lake Rd., located in Lake Odessa, 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Bring your questions and enthusiasm. For more info: 616-634-5618. I look forward to seeing you there! �Page 6 — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Myrtle E. (Norton) Falconer Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Area Obituaries Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Beth J. Verlinde Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Harvey D. “Dewey” Fox Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted 77528585 Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net Worship Together… 77547593 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Coffee Time; 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 7 p.m. Praise Team. Friday - 9 a.m. Golfer’s Group. Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Softball Game. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 Warren “Rusty” E. Brown GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Eighth Sunday after Pentecost July 18 - Worship at 8:00 & 10:00. Vacation Bible School Leaders meeting 9:00. No Sunday School June/August; Gracegram Deadline. Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover grace.org. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. Lauer Family Funeral Homes HASTINGS, MI - Myrtle E. (Norton) Falconer, age 82 of Hastings, passed away July 9, 2010. She was born on February 1, 1928 in Carlton Township, Barry County to Harold and Mable (Service) Norton. She was married to Robert L. Falconer on February 9, 1946. Other than a few years in White Cloud, MI and Lake Placid, Florida, Myrtle was a lifelong resident of Barry County. Myrtle and her mother Mable owned M&M Coffee Shop on N. Michigan Ave. in the late 50s and early 60s which was where the Hastings City Hall parking area now exists. Myrtle later retired from Hastings Manufacturing. Myrtle was preceded in death by her mother; father; son, Larry Robert and daughter, Roseanna Marie Falconer; brothers, Jack and Buster Norton. Myrtle is survived by her husband, Robert L. Falconer; daughter and son-in-law, Bob and Pat (Falconer) Doezema; sister and brother-in-law, Richard and Barbara (Norton) Main; sister-in-law, Reba (Falconer) Lydy; grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Myrtle was a member of the Hastings Free Methodist Church and enjoyed sewing, watching the birds, her flower gardens and her loving family, friends and neighbors. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice. Funeral services were held Monday, July 12, 2010 at the Hastings Free Methodist Church, 2635 M-43 Hwy., Hastings. Pastor Don Brail will be officiating the service. Burial were held at Rutland Township Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 HASTINGS, MI - Warren “Rusty” E. Brown, age 87, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, July 10, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Diana Brown; his daughters, Christine Maroney of Haverhill, MA and Linda Best-Sullivan (Jim Sullivan) of Lansing; his son, David Brown (Karen) of Lowell; five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Rusty was born January 9, 1923 in Flint to Lela May and Charles Brown. He served in the Air Force from 1942-1945. He then attended and graduated from General Motors Institute (GMI) and went on to be a valued General Motors employee for 30 years. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Irene Brown; and a grandson, Steven Brown. Rusty’s family is being cared for by Lauer Family Funeral Home-Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings. A Celebration of Life will be held for Rusty at the Hastings Country Club, 1550 North Broadway Street, Hastings on Sunday, July 18, 2010 from 11:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pennock Hospice, 1230 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058-9712. Please share a memory with Rusty’s family at www.lauerfh.com. FAMILY FUNERAL HOMES MIDDLEVILLE, MI - Beth J. Verlinde, of Middleville, passed away July 10, 2010 at Carveth Village. She was 93 years old. Born on September 12, 1916 to Jesse and Ruby ( Whipp ) Stringham, Beth was raised in Charlotte and graduated from Charlotte High School in 1932 at the age of 15. Beth was employed by the Eaton County Abstract Office, until her marriage to Leo Verlinde in 1940. Beth and Leo remained in Charlotte and raised four children. In 1956, they moved to Middleville where Leo was the ChevroletBuick dealer. Beth managed the dealership office, volunteered at Pennock Hospital, was a member of the Gun Lake Area Women's Club, was an avid bowler and an accomplished painter. Beth and Leo traveled extensively as part of his work with the Michigan Automobile Dealers Association and Beth was exceptionally proud of the time when Leo was president of MADA and the entire family attended a convention at the Grand Hotel on Mackinaw Island. Beth's family meant everything to her and she will be greatly missed. She is survived by her children, Mary (John) Heilner of Princeton, NJ, Ruth (Art) Knighton of Cincinnati, OH, James (Sue) Verlinde of Grand Rapids, and Nancy Verlinde of Middleville; a brother, Carroll A. Stringham of Tucson, AZ; nine grandchildren, James (Traci) Verlinde, Mark (Vonnie) Verlinde, Brian Verlinde, Daniel (Heidi) Verlinde, Geoffrey (Jennifer) White, Natalie (David) Goran, Alex (Amy) Heilner, Justine (Heilner), and Marie (Drew) Nye; and 15 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Leo Verlinde. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings, Rev. Fr. Richard Altine, celebrant. Interment at Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Memorial contributions in Beth's memory may be made to: The Humane Society of Barry County, PO Box 386, Hastings, MI 49058, St. Rose Catholic Church, 805 S. Jefferson St., Hastings, or the National Technical Institute for the Deaf Foundation, 52 Lomb Memorial Drive, Rochester, NY 14623. Arrangements made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. FREEPORT, MI - Harvey D. “Dewey” Fox of Freeport passed away suddenly on Monday July 12, 2010 at his home in Freeport. He was born in Freeport on August 17, 1939 to Ralph D. and Caroline E. (Press) Fox. He graduated 13th in his class at Freeport High School and married Nelda Osgood in Lake Odessa on August 2, 1958. He worked for Ketchum Machine Shop in Freeport for several years and farmed most of his life; still actively helping his son, Harvey on the farm. Dewey enjoyed golf, fishing and card club where he played with his friends and neighbors, but most of all loved joking around with his family and friends, as well as spending time with his family. He was a member of the Michigan Milk Producer’s Association and attended Thornapple Valley Church. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Nelda Elaine; children, Robin (Lowell) Tagg of Alto, Karen (Tim) Smothers of Battle Creek, Sally (Nelson) Dull of Battle Creek, Douglas (Gail) Fox of Niles and Harvey Nicholas (Diedra) Fox of Freeport; brother, Donald (Jean) Fox of Freeport; grandchildren, Tanya, Andrea, Tisha, Tony, Andy, Jamie, Steve, Ken, Mike, Toby, Jacob, Al, Brooke and Jessica; 10 great-grandchildren and step great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Dewey was preceded in death by his parents, sisters and brothers-in-law, Evelyn (Lee) Collier and Donna (John) Martin. He is at Lauer Family Funeral Home-Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings where a celebration of Dewey’s life will take place on Friday July 16, 2010, at 11 a.m. with interment following in Freeport Cemetery. Reverend Jerry Drummond will officiate. His family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, July 15, 2010, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be directed to the American Heart Association or the Deborah Jo Osgood Memorial Scholarship Fund, 2303 College Ave., Huntington, IN 46750. Please share a memory with Dewey’s family at www.lauerfh.com. FAMILY FUNERAL HOMES Clark R. “Rob” Swofford Jr. HASTINGS, MI - Clark R. “Rob” Swofford Jr., 69, of Hastings, passed away on Saturday, June 26, 2010 at his home. He was born on August 28, 1940, in Battle Creek, the son of Clark R. and Pearl (Taylor) Swofford Sr. Rob was a graduate of Harper Creek High School. Rob was a diesel mechanic and was previously employed by Brooks Truck Service and Gresley’s Truck Service. He also had operated his own tractor trailer. Rob was last employed by Diamond Machinery in Hastings for over 20 years. He retired in 2002. Rob enjoyed tractor pulling, his 1963 Corvette and his 1964 Ford truck. Rob married the former Glenna “Rusty” Hitchcock on November 17, 2000. She survives him. He is also survived by his daughters, Erin, Stacey and Piper and his stepchildren Randy (Theresa) Duckworth, John (Allison) Zink, Kimberly (Dave) Behrens and grandchildren Jeff, Carlos, Judy, and Michael. He also leaves his sisters Corann (Bill) Morse, Jaunita “Neena” Conine and Ron (Barb) Swofford and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at the Pleasantview Family Church. Memorial contributions may be given to the Swofford family. Arrangements were made by Royal Funeral Home, Battle Creek. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — Page 7 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... CK&S Railroad, Part 2 by H. D. Burpee To coincide with the upcoming festival (July 17) to celebrate the history of the Chicago, Kalamazoo and Saginaw (CK&S) Railroad, Banner staff thought readers would enjoy a look back into the archives. This account appeared in the April 18, 1963, Hastings Banner. ***** Written by Richard J. Clark. Located and read by H. D. Burpee. In Reconstruction days, people thought that almost any one could get rich from railroads. Thousands of miles were built in every direction. Many of these roads did not earn enough to pay the interest on the money used in their construction. At this time, railroads were a highly competitive business because there was no Interstate Commerce Commission. For this reason cities were glad to see more railroads come into their area, for it led to lower rail rates. Kalamazoo and the surrounding area was no exception to this phenomena. Although the area was well serviced by railroads for that period, we find a group of “empire builders” from this area planning a railroading enterprise of their own. The organization of this enterprise is recorded in the Kalamazoo Gazette, dated Friday, Dec. 8, 1871. “The Greenville Independent, furnished the following item respecting this project.” “The Kalamazoo, Lowell and Northern Michigan Railroad has been organized. The 5 percent paid in are: President Thomas S. Cobb of Kalamazoo; Vice President A. J. Bowne of Hastings; Treasurer and Secretary, George F. Kidder of Kalamazoo. The line organized, extends from Kalamazoo to Smyrna, eight miles sought of Greenville. Thence the line is to extend northward into the pineries, the exact direction of which is yet to be determined. Built to Smyrna, it may run northeast by way of Greenville, or it may possibly sooner diverge eastward by way of Patterson Mills and Kiddville. Of course it is in the interest of Greenville to encourage in every available way the extension of the road to Greenville. A party of gentlemen comprising the president and secretary of the road and Honorable H. G. Wells of Kalamazoo, Dr. Burton of Hastings, Dr. Ellworth of Lowell and others visited our city last week on a tour of observation. They had a conference with a few of our citizens on Friday evening last, in which they freely expressed a desire to make Greenville a point on the line of the road.” Who were these railroad builders? Were they great financiers of their day? On consulting the Kalamazoo Gazettes of that period, we find that Thomas Cobb was the proprietor of a paint, glass and crockery store. George Kidder was the owner of a clothing store. And the vice president, A.J. Bowne of Hastings was a banker in that city. Dr. Burton of Hastings is described by an old resident of that city as “driving around in an old carriage that he kept all wired up. He was always willing to lend money, but he discounted the loans rather liberally in his favor.” What was the dream of these railroad builders? The original plan was to make this road a narrow-gauge railroad. A former resident of a farm near Hastings tells that the first roadbed laid through their farm was for a narrow-gauge road and that this later had to be widened. The original route of the road was to be built from Kalamazoo to Saginaw and then to secure big shipments of lumber and salt by extending the tracks to Benton Harbor and taking shipments to Chicago by boat. The year 1872 found progress on this road moving forward. The Gazette on Jan. 5 of that year reports, “The surveying party on the Kalamazoo, Lowell and Northern Railroad report the route between this place and Hastings to be a very feasible one and that it will not cost as much to build as expected.” On Jan. 26 of the same year we find two entries in the Gazette. The first states that, “The correspondent of the Hastings Banner says of the Kalamazoo, Hastings, Lowell and Northern Michigan Railroad: Now we have only to say that we have engaged in the building of a railroad through our city, knowing full well that it will cost time, money, patience and perseverance,and all these we propose to give the enterprise, and with these we shall succeed. The second entry states that This is the bridge which the CK&S installed so this family could get from its home to farmland on the other side of the tracks. They were cut off when the railroad was first built. “The surveying party of the Kalamazoo, Lowell and Northern Michigan Railroad are now between Hastings and this place ascertaining the best route on which to build the road. People along the line of the proposed route evince the greatest interest in the enterprise. Real estate owners in Plainwell have held out superior inducements to have the road diverted from Kalamazoo to that place. They offer to subscribe liberally to the stock, to give the right of way into the place and donate ground for the depot building.” On March 1, 1872, the Gazette carries the following notice: “The directors of the Kalamazoo, Hastings and Lowell Railroad held a meeting in this place, Kalamazoo is apportioned to raise $65,000. The route selected has not been made public.” At this point, the enterprise became more or less 06720767 Color copies, 1-hour digital and 35mm photo processing, business cards and all your printing needs. In Loving Memory of Patty Schondelmayer Lake Odessa PRINTING PLUS July 11, 1995 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings (north of the city limits) We celebrate our Mother s life and love Dianna, Sandy, Susan & Julie 2 BROTHERS AND A TENT EARN EWING GIFT CARDS! $ Visit Mike BREMER’S booth at the Barry County 4-H Fair. Find out why 06721277 BREMER will not be “politics as usual” in Lansing anymore! 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Box 87, Middleville, MI 49333 25 purchase get $5 Gift Card $ 50 purchase get $10 Gift Card $ 100 purchase get $20 Gift Card 77543076 Coming next week is the first garden tour sponsored by the Woodland Women’s Study Club Saturday, July 24. Tickets are available from the Hair Port of Kathy’s Flower Shop or from committee members, Marie Brodbeck, Peg Cusack, Anne Johnson or Carolyn Mayhew. See the July 10 Lakewood News for further information. The McCartney building on Fourth Avenue now has a new rear stairway as an alternate egress for the second-story apartment and also new stairs at the rear of the first-floor clothing shop. The new long stairway has three flights and two landings. The previous stairway descended in two directions. The new one runs totally to the east well into the parking area. The parking lot of Central United Methodist Church on Third Avenue is now complete with a new utility shed, plantings of day lilies, a bench in memory of Menifee Miller, evergreen plantings along both north and south perimeters, three steps with railings from the alley level down to the lot and also a ramp to accommodate the difference in height between the upper alley and the lower parking lot which gradually slopes to the east and Third Avenue. The Ionia County Genealogical Society met Saturday with 20-plus present. The society is still collecting bios of Korean War veterans. The society is sponsoring a new project, playing cards bearing photos of Ionia County sites for nominal fee. The Tuttle Cemetery project is completed and ready for sale. Saturdays program consisted of a slide show depicting present-day Lake Odessa and slide pictures of the same buildings in years past. In August, the speaker will be Valerie Marvin with her program on Michigan governors. Refreshments were served by Sue Irvine of Grand Rapids and Leola Stutes of Lansing. Sonya McCarthy was the registrar for the day. 06721271 By Elaine Garlock The farm market continues at the fair grounds every Friday and Saturday. Signs along Fourth Avenue indicate that there are veggies for sale a bit farther north. A coming attraction is the annual Depot Day Saturday, July 31. This is a bit of a departure for the event because of the last Saturday, the traditional day, having the new month on the next day. This will be a very rare day for an open weekend at the museum complex with the date of the following month. So the weekend will be July 31 and August 1. There will be displays from Jerry’s Tire and Auto along with the alumni displays still in place. The tribute to the Carpenter family will be Saturday along with awarding of the Janie Rodriguez Award, dancers and singers for the entire afternoon. The musical duo Callton and Calley will be returning. The Center Stage dancers will appear early in the day’s program. The Thunder Floor Cloggers will appear in the final hour. A drawing for the raffle prize will be the final event. The grand prize is a weekend at the Amway Grand Plaza hotel and the second prize is a train ride/dinner theater in a nearby county. The third prize will be cash. Raffle tickets will be on sale during Depot Day, also, most society members will have tickets to sell in the meantime. Lakewood United Methodist Church will have an outdoor service Aug. 1 on the depot grounds with special music. Details appeared in the Lakewood New July 10. The Lansing State Journal last week had an obituary from JoAnn Burwick, nee Klahn, daughter of the late Arthur and Edna Klahn. She had lived in Lake Odessa until the age of 10 when her parents moved to Lansing. She is survived by two children, sister MaryJane Trout of Grand Ledge, and grandchildren. She worked in the anatomy department of MSU. inactive. A report of expenses for the road for the year ending 1973 shows to be $5,079.15. It was during these years that the narrowgauge roadbed was built between Kalamazoo and Hastings following the natural contour of the ground. In 1878 the railroad reported 39.33 miles had been graded but no rails had been laid. Work at this point was abandoned. The explanation of this drop in interest and activity in the building of the road can be found in an event of nationwide import. This event was the Panic of 1873. This panic came quickly and crippled all lines of business, throwing laborers out of work and causing much suffering. More than 450 railroads were sold under the hammer. The effects of this panic lasted for six years. (To be continued) �Page 8 — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner DENTIST, continued from page 1 Mike Madill (left) and John Conor, co-chairmen of the CK&S Railfan Festival, promote the July 17 event and hope for a large turnout of people from all over Barry County. All aboard for Saturday’s CK&S train fest by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor An afternoon of family fun with free activities for all ages will unfold at the second annual CK&S Railfan Festival from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 17 at the William Smith Memorial Park, located on Orchard Street in Delton. Many new events are planned, including an art contest for kids, horse-drawn wagon rides and a battle of the bands, according to event Co-chairmen Mike Madill and John Conor. Admission and parking are free. “This is an evolving festival; it keeps getting bigger ...,” Conor said. The primary focus of the festival, besides entertainment, is preserving the history of the former Chicago, Kalamazoo & Saginaw (CK&S) Railway, which played an important role in the development of Hastings, Delton and other Barry County communities from the 1890s to the 1930s. The event is sponsored by Partners in Education (PIE), known for its work in the Delton Kellogg School District. “The newest portion that has created the most excitement for this year’s festival is the art contest for kids,” said Conor. The contest will be held during the festival. No pre-registration or entry fees are required. Paper, crayons, etc. will be supplied. Two age categories will be eligible: Seven and younger; and eight through 16. A train set will be awarded to the top winner in each category. Judges will be Miss Delton and the Thornapple Arts Council, he said. “The top 12 placed people will get bragging rights ... With the artist’s and parents’ permission we will make facsimile copies, turn those pieces of artwork into a calendar for next year’s (festival) fundraiser. So they will have bragging rights in being able to say they are published artists,” Conor said. “Another interesting aspect to this year’s festival is we are going to have a horse-drawn wagon ride to go around to different points of interest” where the CK&S railroad ran in Delton,” he said. Madill added, “Darrell Jones is going to be giving those wagon rides, going to the various static displays ... the (former) depot, the pickle station, the Leonard Brick Co. “We’re hoping to get some donations (for the rides),” he said. “The piece de resistance for this year’s festival is going to be the unveiling of our historical marker in the township park. It’s really quite impressive. We’re hoping it will be there for centuries,” Conor said. The marker denotes a place in Barry Township’s William Smith Memorial Park which was a former location of the CK&S right-of-way in Delton. The marker weighs more than seven tons and has an engraving of the CK&S American locomotive (4-4-0) and a bronze plaque commemorating Delton’s railroad history from the 1880s. The train built Delton because as a result, many area businesses and industries were born. Speakers at the 1:30 p.m. unveiling ceremony will include Barry Township Supervisor Wes Kahler, Assistant Superintendent of Delton Kellogg Schools Paul Blacken. They both will be officially accepting the marker, Conor said, noting that the marker actually sits on “school property even though it’s all part of the township park. It was very gracious of the school district to say we’re excited about having that history preserved by this boulder.” Conor hopes Hastings Mayor Bob May will be able to attend “to officially accept our adoption of Hastings” for the next CK&S marker to be dedicated next year behind the Hastings Public Library. The festival committee’s goal is to place historic markers all along the former CK&S route.” Jr. Homister, of Pro Services, has donated and transported the stones for the historical CK&S marker in Delton as well as the one that will be dedicated in Hastings next year, Madill said. For this year’s festival, “We are expecting between two and three thousand people,” Conor said. “We will have concession booths there this year. We’re also going to have a hobo jungle, which will be interesting for historians as well as kids. There’s just a whole lot of very interesting, historically significant-type of details that we’re pulling together ... We’ve had more people come and volunteer to participate either with knowledge or with actual participation in the festival so there’s a lot of excitement that is building. It’s all coming together. It should be a lot of fun. We hope folks come out and see how significant the railroad was and how we got to where we are today.” Funds raised at last year’s festival, from the sale of T-shirts, the silent auction, etc. were used to purchase the historical marker to place on the boulder. Funds raised at this year’s festival will be earmarked for the marker in Hastings, which will be dedicated next year. “Basically everything that is there to be enjoyed (at the festival) will be there for free. We make our money from the silent auction, from the sale of festival T-shirts, historical DVDs (produced by festival committee members), and the CK&S buttons,” Conor said. Activities at the July 17 CK&S Railfan Festival will include: • Model train displays. • An Art contest for kids through age 16. • Hobo Jungle. • Railroad Hobby Swap Meet & Sale. • A 2010 car raffle, sponsored by Partners in Education (PIE), with the drawing to be held at 5 p.m. Saturday, July 17. Tickets are $10. • Horse-drawn wagon rides. • Kids Operating Layout. • CK&S Railroad pictures and historical information. • Silent auction until 3 p.m. The many items up for bids include a hot air balloon ride. • BPH (Barry, Prairieville and Hope townships) Fire Department equipment display. • Mark Tomlonson will speak about the Kalamazoo Model Railroad Historical Society and the Southwest Michigan Garden Railway. He will be include aspects of the CK&S and railroading in Michigan during the turn of the century. • Noon – The CK&S Railfan Band, featuring Mike Madill, Tim Tilbury, Dee Hoffman and Wes Thompson, performing train songs. • 12:30 p.m. – John Weyerman will speak about the Shultz Deport along the CK&S tracks and about growing up in Shultz, a former town between Hastings and Delton. • 1 p.m. – CK&S Railfan Band, playing more train songs. • 1:30 p.m. – The unveiling of the monument designating one of the locations of the former CK&S Railroad’s right-of-way in Delton. Bud Leonard will speak about the Leonard Brick Co. and the impact the railroad had on Delton industry. • 2 p.m. – Music by Tim Tilbury and Mike Madill, who will perform acoustic train music. • 2:30 p.m. – Mike Dennany will speak on the railway post office, commonly abbreviated RPO, also postcards and mail from the CK&S. • 2:45 p.m. – Kirk Pasche, retired from the Grand Trunk Railroad, will speak about train hand signals. • 3 p.m. – CK&S Railfan Battle of the Bands. This is a new event to the festival and will run until its completion. For more information about the festival, visit cks-railfans.com. demeanor charge of distributing nitrous oxide. Tomczyk turned himself in to Hastings authorities July 7, and he was lodged at the Barry County Jail. He was released that same day on a $25,000 recognizance bond. A woman answering the phone Wednesday at Tomczyk’s dental office, located on Colfax Street in Hastings, said she had no comment when asked if Tomczyk was seeing patients. She did acknowledge that the office was open and ‘someone’ was seeing patients. Tomczyk is suspected of personally using nitrous oxide while working and while his practice was closed, allowing juvenile nonpatients use of the nitrous oxide, and intentionally falsifying or altering charts that record the nitrous use, according to Hastings Police. The incident came to light in January while officers were investigating an assault complaint involving several juvenile subjects, who are suspected of entering the closed dental practice and using the nitrous prior to committing an assault. Nitrous oxide, commonly called laughing gas, is used as a mild anesthetic in dentistry and surgery. Britannica Concise Encyclopedia describes nitrous oxide as “a colorless gas with a pleasantly sweetish odor and taste; it has an analgesic effect when inhaled.” In an administrative complaint filed Feb. 22 by Attorney General Michael Cox through Assistant Attorney General Thomas Scallen, it is alleged that Tomczyk lacked good moral character when he inhaled nitrous oxide at his dental office several times in January, including taking time out to inhale the chemical agent while treating a patient. Tomczyk allegedly did not lockup the nitrous oxide and minors gained access and used the chemical in January. The document also claims Tomczyk “attempted to obstruct the Hastings Police Department’s investigation of nitrous oxide usage” at his dental office. Tomczyk underwent residential and intensive out-patient treatment at West Brook Recovery Center in Grand Rapids between Jan. 21 and March 31, according to information in a “consent order and stipulation” issued by Michigan’s Board of Dentistry’s Disciplinary Subcommittee. Documents obtained through the Michigan Freedom of Information Act reveal that Tomczyk’s license to practice dentistry was temporarily suspended Feb. 22 , but that the Board of Dentistry’s Disciplinary Subcommittee approved a $1,500 state fine and limitations on Tomczyk’s dental practice at a meeting last month, dissolving the suspension, according to the Michigan Department of Community Health’s Bureau of Health Professions. He pled no contest to the allegations, meaning that “he does not admit the truth of the allegations but agrees that the Disciplinary Subcommittee may treat the allegations as true for resolution of the complaints and may enter an order treating the allegations as true,” the subcommittee’s June 10 document said. On that date, the document said Tomczyk has not practiced dentistry since the Feb. 22 summary suspension of his license to practice. Tomczyk can continue to practice dentistry if he has an approved supervisor. He agreed to participate in a disciplinary monitoring agreement with the Health Professional Recovery Program. He will have weekly random drug screens and attend AA meetings three times a week until Dec. 17, 2012 as part of his monitoring agreement For a minimum of two years, his practice has to be under the general supervision of another licensed dentist, approved in advance by the chairperson of the Disciplinary Subcommittee or designee. The supervisor has to have continuous direct communication with Tomczyk in person or by radio, telephone, facsimile, electronic mail or other communication device, the document said. The Disciplinary Subcommittee, in the document, said Tomczyk violated sections of the Public Health Code and cannot obtain, possess, consume, prescribe, dispense or administer nitrous oxide for a minimum of five years. For a minimum period of two years, he cannot obtain, possess, consume, prescribe, dispense or administer any drug designated as a controlled substance under the Public Health Code or its counterpart in federal law unless the controlled substance is prescribed or dispensed by a licensed physician for Tomczyk as a patient. Tomczyk was placed on probation for two years by the Disciplinary Subcommittee. Tomczyk has a record of being convicted of misdemeanors that include operating a motor vehicle in August 1996 while impaired in Barry County and operating under the influence of liquor in August 2000 in Shiawassee County, according to a Feb. 19, 2009 administrative complaint by Melanie B. Brim, director of the state’s Bureau of Health Professions. In January, 2009, Tomczyk allegedly admitted to abusing nitrous oxide, the document said. “Our records indicated that there is one closed disciplinary case on file” regarding Tomczyk,” said Mary E. Hess, Freedom of Information coordinator for the Bureau of Health Professions, in a letter to the Banner. That file “was opened Oct. 6, 2008 and result- See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing, business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits ed in an administrative complaint dated Feb. 19, 2009, first amended administrative complaint and order of summary suspension dated Feb. 22, 2010 and subsequent consent order and stipulation dated June 10, 2010 ... This is the only disciplinary action on file for the licensee ... There are two open allegations on file regarding Dr. Tomczyk ... opened March 18, 2010 and March 29, 2010 ... Both files are currently being reviewed by the Health Investigation Division within the Bureau of Health Professions,” she said. The state is exempted from releasing further information contained in the open allegation files because, according to law, “information obtained in an investigation before a complaint is issued is confidential and shall not be disclosed except to the extent necessary for the proper functioning of a hearings examiner, a disciplinary subcommittee or the department,” Hess said in the June 24 letter. Nominations open for county ‘Senior Citizen of the Year’ Hastings City Bank and the Barry County Commission on Aging (COA) are sponsoring the 12th annual “Senior Citizen of the Year” award, which highlights contributions made by persons age 60 and older to civic and social life in the county. The award focuses on the positive benefits of remaining active while growing older and will be presented at the COA’s Summer Picnic Aug. 12 at the COA building in Hastings. The “Senior Citizen of the Year” is also invited to ride as an honored guest in the annual Hastings Summerfest parade. “The Commission on Aging honors older adults every year through its Volunteer Recognition Program,” notes COA Director Tammy Pennington. “This award offers a special chance for the community to single out that one special older person and present a token of their admiration and appreciation. There are other community awards given annually, but this is the oldest award that specifically highlights the achievements and talents of our senior citizens. “We are especially proud to once again have Hastings City Bank as our partner in giving this year’s award,” she said. “They have been generously co-sponsoring this award since 2000. Many of our senior citizens have been banking with Hastings City Bank for decades. They’re a trusted member of the community.” Nominees for Barry County’s “Senior Citizen of the Year” award should be age 60 or older and residents of the county. Consideration should be given to the contribution each nominee has made to the Barry County community. Examples could include the types of activities the nominee has been involved in, how his/her involvement has benefited the community, and the number of people who have been affected by those contributions. Nomination forms for the “Senior Citizen of the Year” award are available at the COA office, Hastings City Bank, Thornapple Mnaor and WBCH Radio. Nominations can be from individuals or groups. Past winners of the “Senior Citizen of the Year” award have included Kensinger Jones, Florence Marble, Joyce Weinbrecht, Don Reid, Nyla Nye, Ruth Newton, Russ Nash, Earl McMullin, Mabel Boylon, Russ and Jean Hammond, Ruby Ball, and last year’s winner, Howard “Hoot” Gibson. Nominations should be sent to the Commission on Aging, 320 West Woodlawn Ave., Hastings, Mich. 49058. All nominations must be received no later than 5 p.m p.m. Monday, Aug. 2. New Dowling Post Office dedicated The completed exterior of the new building. Belinda Morgan and Dave Ferrall, USPS workers, stand inside the new building. by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern A new United States Postal Service office was recently erected in Dowling, and the grand opening ceremony for the new building was held Saturday, July 10, to celebrate the opening and operation of the building. “The old building wasn’t in good shape,” said Sabrina Todd, USPS representative. “It wasn’t safe. A parking lot deceleration lane is now in place, and the new building is energy efficient.” Local residents were invited to the new building to celebrate its opening with cake, light refreshments and snacks, and to see how the post office is ‘making shipping and mail- ing easy for you.’ The new building has been in operation for about a month, said Belinda Morgan, post office employee. As far as expanding further on the large scale and in other locations other than Dowling, Todd said few others are in the works. “There are not new plans for expansion on a large scale. This particular building had been in the works for several years,” said Todd. People came and went throughout the fourhour grand opening, enjoying snacks and conversation, and taking in the perks of having a new, safe, functional and efficient post office nearby. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — Page 9 Rain doesn’t dampen spirits at Maranda’s Park Party Over 4,000 kids and families attend event Throngs of children enjoy a free lunch inside the Expo Center. TV personality Maranda gives out prizes during the park party Students from childhood development courses at Kellogg Community College help youngsters make noisemakers. Children and teens enjoy a carnival-style ride which was set up inside one of the barns at the Expo Center. Children and their families brave the wet weather to see the various exhibits at Maranda’s Park Party. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The show must go on. Or, in this case, the party. Despite pouring rain which started just before the event was to begin, more than 4,000 kids and their families were ready for fun when WOODTV8’s Maranda’s Park Party came to the Barry County Expo Center Thursday from noon to 2 p.m. “For the first time in park party history, we had rain for the full two hours of the event,” said Maranda. “We were so excited to see that 4,100 kids and families came out and enjoyed an afternoon of free fun in spite of the weather. The Barry County community supported this event in a big way, and it truly was a great success.” The Hastings park party offered kids and families an afternoon of free fun. The Barry Expo Center was packed with families who came earlier to enjoy a free picnic lunch for kids under the age of 18, provided by the Michigan Department of Education and area public schools. An estimated 2,000 children under the age of 18 were served a free lunch The stage featured entertainment including the national singing sensation from America’s Got Talent, Jessica Price and local acts Community School of Music and Dance Expressions. The party had many activities provided by local non-profit groups. Due to weather conditions, many activities were moved into the livestock barns so kids and families could enjoy the free fun. “I think this is awesome,” said Hastings Mayor Bob May, “Can you imagine the number of people? By 11 o’clock they had already served 1,000 meals, with people coming out in the rain to see Maranda in our park, or Expo Center. This is a great thing for Barry County, the city of Hastings and the surrounding community.” May said he thought it was great the way so many people for around the county came together to a help make the party a success. “This is teamwork. This is what it’s about. This is what this community is. It’s not me, or us, or them, it is all of us,” he said. Hastings Community Development Director John Hart agreed. “Having the event at the Expo Center was a great idea. The facility is wonderful and accommodating. They were a great partner; we could not have done it without them,” he said. “Maranda was also very pleased with the turnout from our local social service, not-forprofits and community agencies. We had over 20 represented. They gave out prizes and did demonstrations and games. We had a great cross-section of public safety agencies there, as well.” “I think we have a good shot at doing this again next year, from what Maranda has been telling me,” said May. “We have started discussing the possibility the ability to have another park party next year and Maranda is interested,” added Hart. “It is very competitive, but I believe that we showed the need and ability to serve a large population and that we have the social and physical resources to get it done. We proved that the Hastings community is the center of four metro areas and folks love to live, work and play here.” According to Hart, parents and children came from as far away as Alto, Charlotte, Saranac, Battle Creek, Marshall and others. “Maranda stated that we could have had three to four times more in attendance if it hadn’t been raining,” said Hart. “That would have made us the biggest park party yet.” “It’s been a tremendous day, and the kids are having fun. Rain doesn’t bother kids,” added May. The kids seemed to agree, judging by the myriad of smiles and laughter as they splashed through puddles with their parents in tow. “They’re drenched and their mom doesn’t even know they are here,” said Abby Miller of Hastings, of her nephews Andrew and Benjamin Hanson who were at the party with Miller and her sons Alexander and Scott Miller. “We’re having fun. I just wish they would have been handing out rain ponchos instead Frisbees,” said Scott with a grin. “A little rain can’t spoil a great party,” said Hart. “I have never witnessed so many happy people in the rain.” Andrew Hanson gets his hand painted while his brother Benjamin and cousin Alexander Miller, get their hands painted during Maranda’s Park Party. Taylin and Rylee Hamp of Hastings play with bubbles despite the rain as Lindsey Hamp looks on. Kathy Ybema and her grandson Spencer Ybema look at an owl on display at the John Ball Zoo booth. At right: Ellyenta Smith of Hastings and Ivy Bolton of Nashville enjoy a pony ride in the show barn. Children line up inside one of the barns for a turn on a ride. �Page 10 — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Marriage Licenses Brandon Dennis Bieber, Shelbyville and shannon Renee Parent, Shelbyville. Joseph Larmore Cook, Nashville and Terri Ann-Marie Wilkins, Nashville. Timothy Scott Curtis, Hastings and Nancy Lyn Creighton, Grand Rapids. Erik B. Godbey, Nashville and Tarah Elizabeth Yenger, Nashville. Joseph Allen Guerin, Delton and Kayla Lynn Kauffman, Hastings. Brent Richard Laubaugh, Hastings and Faith Diane Mejeur, Hastings. Matthew Daniel Martin, Grand Rapids and Christine Suzanne McKee, Hastings. Matthew John Peterson, Grand Rapids and Kaylyn Rae Armstrong, Hastings. Ryan Patrick Stolz, Freeport and Christie Lynne Hornberger, Battle Creek. Charles Nicholas Teunessen, Hastings and Katayon Pandl, Hastings. Jason Lee Tietz, Middleville and Leeanne Lynn Lantinga, Middleville. Mitchell Ray Tolan, Middleville and Kimberly Ann Voshell, Middleville. Robert Charles Welch II, Battle Creek and Mary Kay Atkins, Kalamazoo. Bradley Andrew Wisniewski, Middleville and Jennifer Lynne Chapman, Middleville. Michael Edward Wolfe, Nashville and Tiffany Ann Gurski, Nashville. Travis Edward Young, Hastings and Lindsay Anne Johnston, Allendale. Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of Gen X-ers must consider needs of three generations If you’re a member of Generation X — the age group born between 1963 and 1981 — you may well be in the busiest time of your life. You’re probably in the early to middle stages of your career, for one thing, and if you have children, they’re likely still at home. Yet despite the hectic nature of your days, you still have to look after the financial concerns of your children, yourself and possibly even your parents. This three-generational effort may seem challenging, but with some planning and persistence, you can help your family make progress toward a variety of goals. To begin with, let’s consider the needs of your children. Obviously, you’re already providing for their living expenses, so from an investment point of view, your biggest concern may be how you’ll help them pay for college. Here’s a suggestion: Put time on your side and start saving as soon as possible. You might want to consider opening a 529 college savings plan, which offers potential tax advantages. Saving for college is important — but so is saving for your own retirement. Consequently, you’ll have to find the right balance of resources to devote to these two goals. To avoid shortchanging yourself, take full advantage of your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement plan. Contribute as much as you can afford right now, and whenever you get a raise, increase your contributions. At the very least, put in enough to earn your employer’s matching contribution, if one is offered. TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held by the Prairieville Township Planning Commission on August 2, 2010 at 7:00 P.M. at the Prairieville Township Hall, 10115 S. Norris Road, within the Township. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the item(s) to be considered at this Public Hearing include, in brief, the following: 1. A request by Charles Knorr, 12009 Doster Road, Plainwell, MI 49080 for a Site Plan Review addition for an Accessory Building for Boat Storage. The subject property 12-007-007-00 at 11651 Doster Road, Plainwell, MI 49080 is located within the “C1” Rural Area Convenience Commercial District. 2. Such other and further matters as may properly come before the Planning Commission for this meeting. All interested persons are invited to be present or submit written comments on this matter(s) to the below Township office address. Prairieville Township will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Prairieville Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Prairieville Township Clerk at the address or telephone number set forth below. Jim Stoneburner, Township Supervisor 77547672 TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held by the Prairieville Township Zoning Board of Appeals on August 4, 2010 at 7:00 P.M. at the Prairieville Township Hall, 10115 S. Norris Road, within the Township. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the item(s) to be considered at this Public Hearing include, in brief, the following: 1. A request for Zoning Board of Appeals interpretation of Section 6.14, Zoning Ordinance - ‘single family dwellings and their accessory buildings that are nonconforming solely by virtue of setback and/or minimum total floor area requirements may be completely rebuilt or replaced so long as their nonconformity is not increased’ - as it applies to the following: a) an accessory building nonconforming by virtue of both locational requirements (within the front yard – Section 4.20C.4.) and setback requirements; and b) an expansion of the building footprint of a nonconforming accessory building within the required setback. 2. Such other and further matters as may properly come before the Planning & Zoning Commission for this meeting. All interested persons are invited to be present or submit written comments on this matter(s) to the below Township office address. Prairieville Township will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Prairieville Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Prairieville Township Clerk at the address or telephone number set forth below. 77547612 EDWARD JONES Jim Stoneburner, Township Supervisor Prairieville Township Hall 10115 S. Norris Rd. Delton, MI 49046 • (269) 623-2664 Your 401(k) accumulates on a tax-deferred basis, and your contributions are generally made with pretax dollars, so the more you put in, the lower your taxable income. You aren’t confined to investing in a 401(k), either, because you can also put money into a traditional IRA, which accumulates tax deferred, or a Roth IRA, which accumulates tax free, provided you’re at least age 591⁄2 when you start making withdrawals and you’ve held your account at least five years. Once you’ve started saving for college for your kids and investing for your own retirement, you’ve got one more generation to consider — the older one. For example, you’ll need to make sure your parents have adequate financial protection for their health care expenses. If your parents have saved and invested throughout their lives, they may not need any financial help from you — but that doesn’t mean you’ll never be called upon to straighten out their affairs. That’s why now is the perfect time to ask your parents some key questions: Where are your assets located? Do you have a will? How about a durable power of attorney? You might think these inquiries will make you sound “selfish,” but the opposite is true: The more you know about your parents’ financial situation and estate plans, the bigger help you’ll be to them, and to other members of your family, if the day arrives when your parents need some assistance. It may not always be easy to act on behalf of three generations — but it’s worth the effort. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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Sale listings are available at your local County Treasurers Office. 77546520 WANTED: BUS DRIVERS Delton Kellogg Schools is in need of Bus Drivers for the 2010 - 2011 school year. Experience not necessary – we will train. Must be able to obtain a CDL, and all other endorsements. Please call 269-623-9225 for questions. Applications accepted at the Superintendent’s office at 327 N. Grove St., Delton, MI – between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. 77547397 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Accuracy Test for the August 3, 2010 Primary Election will be conducted on Friday, July 23, 2010 at 2:30 p.m. in the Woodland Township Hall located at 156 South Main, Woodland, Michigan. The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the program and the computer that will be used to tabulate the results of the election have been prepared in accordance with law. Cheryl Allen Woodland Township Clerk 156 S. Main Woodland, MI 48897 (269) 367-4915 06721239 LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-25576-DE Estate of Albert Lee Chamberlain. Date of birth: 04/18/1961. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Albert Lee Chamberlain, who lived at 438 West Court Street, Hastings, MI 49058, died 03/18/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Melissa Shy, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Hastings, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 7-12-10 Michael J. McPhillips (P33715) 121 West Apple Street, Suite 101 Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-3512 Melissa Shy 4814 Hathaway Court 06721275 Hastings, MI 49058 MORTGAGE SALE This is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by GWENN L. MISHLER, a single woman, Mortgagor, to INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE COMPANY SOUTH MI., having its principal office at 4200 East Beltline, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, Mortgagee, dated March 31, 1999 and recorded April 8, 1999 in Instrument #1027787. By reason of such default the undersigned elects to declare the entire unpaid amount of said mortgage due and payable forthwith. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on said mortgage the sum of EIGHTEEN THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED FIVE and 43/100 ($18,905.43) dollars, including interest at the rate of 4.125% per annum. No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided and to pay said amount with interest as provided in said mortgage, and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including attorney fees allowed by law, said mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east door of the Barry County Courthouse, the place of holding the Circuit Court within the County of Barry, City of Hastings, Michigan, on August 12, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., local time. Pursuant to Public Act No. 104, Public Acts of 1971 [MCLA 600.3240(12), MSA 27A.3240(12)] the redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the property is determined to be abandoned under MCLA 600.3241a; MSA 27A.3241(1), in which case the property may be redeemed during the 30 days immediately following the sale or expiration of statutory notice period or expiration of statutory notice period. The premises covered by said mortgage are situated in the Township of Castleton, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to wit: Lots 38 and 39 Block H of the Pleasant Shores, Castleton Township, Barry County Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 59, Barry County records. The default and foreclosure proceedings include a Marlette mobile home, serial #M40552, permanently affixed thereto, as evidenced by the Certificate of Mobile Home Title. INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE COMPANY SOUTH MI. Mortgagee SCHENK BONCHER & RYPMA Gary P. Schenk P19970 601 Three Mile Road, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49544-1601 (616) 647-8277 77547477 NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held July 13, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77547608 CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS The City of Hastings, Michigan is soliciting bids for the provision of a 2006 or newer self-propelled Fork Truck for use by the Department of Public Services. Specifications are available from the Office of the City Clerk. The City of Hastings, Michigan is soliciting sealed bids for the provision of water main, water main fittings, and related appurtenances. Bid documents are available from the Office of the City Clerk. The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. Sealed bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 9:15 AM on Friday, July 30, 2010 at which time they shall be opened and publicly read aloud. Bids shall be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package - “SEALED BID – WATER MAIN AND APPURTENANCES.” The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in any proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. Bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 9:00 AM on Friday, July 30, 2010 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids must be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package “Fork Truck Bid.” 06721081 Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services 06721079 Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dana A Madole, Sharon Madole husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Sovereign Bank, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2005, and recorded on October 31, 2005 in instrument 1155500, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Six Thousand Twenty-Six And 55/100 Dollars ($196,026.55), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 330 of the North 305 feet of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Township of Irving, Barry County Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547523 File #327421F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by BRYCE LICHTIG SIGNED AS BRYCE L. LICHTIG, A SINGLE MAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated September 22, 2009, and recorded on September 25, 2009, in Document No. 200909250009548, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Seven Dollars and Fifteen Cents ($67,227.15), including interest at 6.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on August 12, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: COMMENCING 126 FEET EAST OF THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 67 OF O.A. PHILLIPS ADDITION, TO THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF; THENCE EAST 53 FEET; THENCE NORTH TO THORNEAPPLE RIVER; THENCE WEST 53 FEET; THENCE SOUTH TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 06721027 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Eric Braunschneider, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 5, 2007, and recorded on July 10, 2007 in instrument 1182795, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Nine Hundred Nine And 68/100 Dollars ($100,909.68), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 72, Steven's Wooded Acres No. 2, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 60, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547513 File #327774F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by PANDL DEVELOPMENT III, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company ("Mortgagor"), to CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, having an office at 2185 Three Mile Road, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), dated December 15, 2008, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on January 8, 2009, as Instrument No. 200901080000191 (the "Mortgage"). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Seven Hundred Nineteen Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty One and 79/100 Dollars ($719,731.79). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 5th day of August, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Rutland, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Description of Outlot #2: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East, 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East, 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 315.73 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West, 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West, 157.42 feet; thence Easterly 404.88 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 3484.07 feet and the chord of which bears North 87 degrees 05 minutes 05 seconds East, 404.65 feet; thence South 00 degrees 33 minutes 39 seconds West 21.35 feet; thence South 41 degrees 12 minutes 18 seconds West 265.85 feet to said Northerly right of way line; thence South 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds West 104.21 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning, Access Easement: Together with a private easement for ingress, egress and public utilities described as follows: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East, 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 315.74 along said right of way line to the point of beginning; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet, and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West 157.42 feet; thence South 26 degrees 06 minutes 41 seconds West, 55.34 feet; thence Southeasterly 108.47 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 134.00 feet and the chord of which bears South 38 degrees 08 minutes 01 seconds East 105.54 feet; thence South 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds East, 123.12 feet to said Northerly right of way line; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 60.09 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning, 10 foot temporary grading easement: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East, 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 419.96 feet along said right of way line; thence North 41 degrees 12 minutes 18 seconds East, 265.85 feet; thence North 00 degrees 33 minutes 39 seconds East 21.35 feet to the point of beginning; thence Westerly 404.88 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 3484.07 feet and the chord of which bears South 87 degrees 05 minutes 05 seconds West 404.65 feet; thence North 00 degrees 24 minutes 51 seconds East, 10.00 feet; thence Easterly 403.72 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 3474.07 feet and the chord of which bears North 87 degrees 05 minutes 05 seconds East 403.49 feet; thence South 06 degrees 14 minutes 39 seconds East 10.00 feet to the point of beginning. Storm sewer easement: Together with a private easement for storm sewer purposes 20 feet wide, 10 feet each side of a centerline described as follows: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East, 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 315.74 feet along said right of way line; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West, 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet, and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 56 seconds West 157.42 feet; thence Easterly 39.85 feet along the South line of the former Michigan Central Railroad right of way and the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 3484.07 feet and the chord of which bears North 89 degrees 59 minutes 14 seconds East 39.85 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 33 degrees 33 minutes 15 seconds East 125 feet to the point of ending of said centerline. Said easement being bounded on the South by the South line of the former Michigan Central Railroad right of way. Drainage easement: Together with a private easement for storm water drainage purposes described as follows: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 315.74 feet along said right of way line; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West 157.42 feet; thence Easterly 51.90 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 3484.07 feet and the chord of which bears North 89 degrees 59 minutes 14 seconds East 51.90 feet; thence North 33 degrees 33 minutes 15 seconds East, 94.47 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 27 degrees 00 minutes 50 seconds West, 11.48 feet; thence North 12 degrees 19 minutes 25 seconds East 78.16 feet; thence Northeasterly 170.27 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 176.32 feet and the chord of which bears North 43 degrees 37 minutes 44 seconds East 163.73 feet; thence North 71 degrees 20 minutes 14 seconds East 131.60 feet; thence South 54 degrees 28 minutes 13 seconds East, 38.99 feet; thence South 01 degrees 32 minutes 53 seconds East, 214.97 feet; thence South 86 degrees 30 minutes 12 seconds West 283.30 feet; thence North 27 degrees 00 minutes 50 seconds West 8.56 feet to the point of beginning. Gas, electric and telephone utility easement: Together with a private easement for public utilities purposes described as follows: Commencing at the west 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East, 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 315.74 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West 157.47 feet; thence South 26 degrees 06 minutes 41 seconds West 6.00 feet; thence Southeasterly 157.19 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 184.00 feet and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West, 152.45 feet; thence South 14 degrees 58 minutes 33 seconds East, 115.66 feet to said Northerly right of way line; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 6.00 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning. Also (a) all privileges, appurtenances, improvements, buildings, tenements, hereditaments, easements, rights of way, licenses, riparian and littoral rights, mineral/oil/gas/water rights, rights to adjoining land, and all other rights belonging to the abovedescribed premises and which may hereafter attach thereto; (b) all rights to make divisions of such premises that are exempt from the platting requirements of the Michigan Land Division Act, as it shall be amended; (c) all rents, issues, profits, revenues, proceeds, accounts and general intangibles arising from or relating to the premises or any business conducted thereon by the Mortgagor including, without limitation, all rights, conferred by Act No. 210 of Michigan Public Act of 1953, as amended (collectively the "Rents and Accounts"); (d) all equipment, other goods, and fixtures of every kind and nature whatsoever, now or hereafter located in or upon such premises or any part thereof and used or useable in connection with any present or future operation of such premises (hereinafter called "Equipment and Fixtures"), whether now owned or hereafter acquired by the Mortgagor, including, without limitation, all heating, air conditioning, ventilation, lighting, incinerating and power equipment, engines, signs, security systems, fences, hoists, cranes, compressors, pipes, pumps, tanks, motors, plumbing, cleaning, fire prevention, fire extinguishing, apparatus, elevators, escalators, shades, awnings, screens, storm doors and windows, appliances, attached cabinets, partitions, carpeting, ground maintenance equipment, and similar types of equipment, all of which shall be deemed to be real estate and mortgaged hereby. Commonly known as: 1450 W. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.P. #08-13-013-006-30 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77547552 4472245-1 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jennifer Miller and Karl Miller, husband and wife, and Cassandra Kirk, a single woman, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS) as nominee for lender, Mortgagee, dated the 8th day of December, 2005 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 12th day of December, 2005 in Liber Doc. No. 1157503 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Ninety Five Thousand Thirty Three and 79/100 ($95033.79), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 29th day of July, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock PM Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 6.37500% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the City of Delton, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: LOTS 52 AND 53 OF WILLIAM C. SCHULTZ PARK, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 60. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 7/1/2010 BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP Mortgagee __________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77547334 BOA FNMA MillerJen FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Mary K Sloan and Todd T Sloan, Wife and Husband to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Arbor Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated January 31, 2007 and recorded February 12, 2007 in Instrument # 1176292 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2007-2, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Seven Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-Nine Dollars and Fifty-Nine Cents ($147,389.59) including interest 8.825% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on August 12, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest one quarter of the Southeast one quarter of Section 11, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North and South one quarter line of said Section 11, distant South 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds East 921.47 feet from the center post of said Section 11; thence South 89 degrees 28 minutes 30 seconds East 330 feet; thence South 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds East 333.27 feet, more or less; thence Westerly 330 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 11, to a point on the North and South one quarter line of said Section 11, which lies North 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds West 1390.83 feet from the South one quarter post thereof; thence North 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds West 330.00 feet to the point of beginning. Reserving therefrom, a perpetual easement 66 feet in width for ingress and egress and utilities to the above described parcel, the centerline of which is described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 11, distant Easterly 297 feet from the South one quarter post thereof; thence North 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds West 693 feet; thence East 363 feet parallel with said South section line; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds West 1064.1 feet more or less; thence North 89 degrees 28 minutes 30 seconds West 660.05 feet to the point of ending; also together with others, with a perpetual easement 66 feet in width for ingress and egress the centerline of which extends North 89 degrees 28 minutes 30 seconds West 933.68 feet from the aforesaid point of ending, to Whitneyville Road. Commonly known as 8475 Hidden Dr., Middleville MI 49333 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 7/15/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2007-2, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 06721189 Our File No: 10-25889 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 9, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181674, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of July 15, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Nine and 36/100 Dollars ($129,839.36), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mort-gage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, August 12, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #15,Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-015-00 UNIT(S) 15, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46. TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: July 15, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 06721085 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181668, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of July 15, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Eight and 81/100 Dollars ($129,838.81), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mort-gage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, August 12, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #14,Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-014-00 (Unit 14) UNIT(S) 14, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46. TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: July 15, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 06721090 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 �Page 12 — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Matthew Malik and Antoinette Smart, Husband and Wife as Joint Tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 17, 2005, and recorded on December 27, 2005 in instrument 1158136, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Six Hundred Eleven And 98/100 Dollars ($113,611.98), including interest at 8.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 11 of Fairhaven Plat, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 45. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #321809F01 77547638 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Oraina Kopulos, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA (the "Savings Bank") from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, acting as receiver for the Savings Bank and pursuant to its authority under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1821(d), Mortgagee, dated April 12, 2007, and recorded on April 17, 2007 in instrument 1179384, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eleven Thousand Five Hundred NinetyNine And 25/100 Dollars ($111,599.25), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land beginning at a point on the West line of Durkee Street, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, which lies 57 feet West and 175 feet North of the Southwest corner of Block 3 of A.W. Phillip's Addition to the Village of Nashville; thence West 137 feet; thence South 72 feet; thence West 35 feet; thence North 131 feet; thence East 172 feet; thence South 59 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547557 File #311769F02 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181671, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of July 15, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Nine and 36/100 Dollars ($129,839.36), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mort-gage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, August 12, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #16,Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-016-00 UNIT(S) 16, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46. TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: July 15, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 06721100 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181665, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of July 15, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Thirty Thousand Six Hundred Twenty Nine and 36/100 Dollars ($130,629.36), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mort-gage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, August 12, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #12,Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-012-00 UNIT(S) 12, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46. TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: July 15, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 06721095 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Isaac A. Bainbridge and Barbara J. Bainbridge, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Homepath Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated November 15, 2004, and recorded on December 22, 2004 in instrument 1139097, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment dated July 1, 2010 , on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty-Seven And 12/100 Dollars ($129,957.12), including interest at 4.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 31. Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the centerline of Section 31; thence North 75.00 feet; thence East 321.00 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence East 311.00 feet; thence North 199 feet more or less to the water edge of Mill Race; thence Westerly 3112 feet more or less along said water edge to its intersection with a line which bears North from the place of beginning; thence South 172 feet more or less to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547693 File #331153F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Christopher Banash and Martha S. Reyff-Banash, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 15, 2005, and recorded on August 31, 2005 in instrument 1152007, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Five And 76/100 Dollars ($128,345.76), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 5, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, described as: Beginning at a point 1217.5 feet West of the North 1/4 post of said Section 5; thence South 353 feet; thence West 236.5 feet; thence North 118 feet; thence West 200 feet for the place of beginning; thence East 200 feet; thence North to intersection of highway; thence along highway in Southwesterly direction to the place of beginning. PARCEL D: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 5, Town 3 North, Range 8 West; thence West along the North line of said Section 1502.00 feet; thence South, 47.67 feet to the centerline of Coats Grove Road; thence 188.66 feet along said centerline and the arc of a curve to the left the radius of which is 358.10 feet and the chord of which bears South 49 degrees 50 minutes 48 seconds West, 186.48 feet to the true place of beginning; thence continuing 68.36 feet along said centerline and the arc of a curve to the left the radius of which is 358.10 feet and the chord of which bears South 29 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds West 68.25 feet; thence North 81 degrees 10 minutes 46 seconds West 112.73 feet to an intermediate traverse line of the Shore of Leach Lake; thence North 16 degrees 14 minutes 44 seconds East along said intermediate traverse line, 67.00 feet; thence South 80 degrees 03 minutes 46 seconds East 127.96 feet to the place of beginning. Including lands lying between said traverse line and the waters of Leach Lake. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547633 File #274926F02 Read The BANNER every week! Copies conveniently available on newsstands throughout the Barry County area. FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Scott A. Tava 470 Holes Middleville, MI 49333 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/ counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800-968-0738. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 77547657 280.6280 ASAP# 3642869 07/15/2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Gregory A. Wright, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 1801 STARR SCHOOL ROAD, HASTINGS, MI 49058 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-5397400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Gregory A. Wright also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738 (Tel). Pub Date: July 15, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 06721194 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Deborah S. Massimino and Anthony Massimino, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 7475 Cox Rd, Bellevue, MI 49021-9207. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 13, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 13, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 06721025 File # 332693F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Suzanne Wyant, a Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 29, 2003, and recorded on September 17, 2003 in instrument 1113471, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Eight And 13/100 Dollars ($149,468.13), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 5 Acres of the West 10 Acres of the South 35 Acres of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 4 North, Range 10 West The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547537 File #269101F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Wakley, unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2005, and recorded on November 3, 2005 in instrument 1155681, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Six Thousand Forty-Nine And 76/100 Dollars ($126,049.76), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, more particularly described as: Beginning at the center of a culvert on Greggs Crossing Road on the North line of said Section 34; thence due South 250 feet to the center of Thornapple River; thence Northwesterly along the center of Thornapple River 250 feet; thence due North 250 feet to center of Greggs Crossing Road; thence East 250 feet to place of beginning. Described for tax purposes as: Commencing 104 rods West of the Northeast corner of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West; thence South 250 feet to River; thence Westerly 250 feet; thence North 250 feet to center of highway; thence East 250 feet to point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547128 File #316838F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William R Scott, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Member First Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2007, and recorded on October 31, 2007 in instrument 20071031-0003662, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Auto Body Credit Union as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-One And 64/100 Dollars ($105,851.64), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 32, Town 3 North, Range 7 West described as: Beginning at the Southwest corner of said Section 32; thence North along the West line of said Section, a distance of 652 feet; thence East parallel with the South line of said Section, a distance of 240 feet; thence South parallel with said West line 652 feet; thence West along said South line 240 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Westerly 33 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 24, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547084 File #326348F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE TO CREDITORS Trust In the matter of Gordon H. Cove, Trust dated February 25, 1994. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Gordon H. Cove, born January 10, 1922, who lived at 1552 Liberty Lane, Hastings, Michigan died May 29, 2010 leaving a certain trust under the name of Gordon H. Cove, and dated February 25, 1994, wherein the decedent was the Settlor and Martha Edger was named as the trustee serving at the time of or as a result of the decedents death. Creditors of the decedent and of the trust are notified that all claims against the decedent or against the trust will be forever barred unless presented to Martha Edger the named trustee at 4517 Northwind Drive, Delton, Michigan within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 7/6/2010 Robert L. Byington P-27621 222 West Apple Street, P.O. Box 248 Hastings, Michigan 49058 269-945-9557 Martha Edger 4517 Northwind Drive 77547681 Delton, Michigan 49058 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Dale Newth and Lori Newth, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6809 Foster Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-9344. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 13, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 13, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 06721032 File # 331713F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jasper L Blaylock and Heather A Blaylock, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated July 10, 2009, and recorded on July 20, 2009 in instrument 200907200007491, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Four Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Five And 04/100 Dollars ($204,485.04), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the South Half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 7, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of said Section 7 a distance of South 01 degrees 53 minutes 39 seconds West 1310.12 feet from the West Quarter Corner of said Section 7; thence South 88 degrees 27 minutes 40 seconds East 896.54 feet along the North line of the South half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 7; Thence South 02 degrees 50 minutes 23 seconds West 771.65 feet; thence North 88 degrees 58 minutes 37 seconds West 283.84 feet, Thence North 01 degrees 53 minutes 39 seconds East 600.04 feet; thence North 88 degrees 27 minutes 40 seconds West 600 feet to said West Section line, thence North 01 degrees 53 minutes 39 seconds East 173.98 feet along said West section line to the place of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Westerly 33 feet thereof for Cunningham Road. Also, an easement across the West 66 feet of the South 152 feet of the following described parcel for purposes of ingress and egress, said Easement to run with the land: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the North half of the Southwest quarter of Section 7: Town 4 North, Range 7 West for the place of beginning; Thence North to a point 956 feet South of the Northwest corner of the North half of the Southwest quarter of said Section 7; thence East 250 feet; thence North 130 feet; thence East 260 feet; thence South 494 feet, more or less to the South line of the North half of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 7; thence West along said South line to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547627 File #327188F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-25624-DE Estate of RONALD WILLIAM DOLL. Date of Birth: June 18, 1949. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, RONALD WILLIAM DOLL, who lived at 3398 SOUTH M-37 HIGHWAY, HASTINGS, Michigan died January 16, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to ANASTASIA FORD, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 WEST COURT, SUITE 302, HASTINGS, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 7/5/10 DAVID H. TRIPP P29290 206 SOUTH BROADWAY HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 945-9585 ANASTASIA FORD 4127 PINE CREEK ROAD, APT. 8 GRANDVILLE, MI 49418 (616) 633-2222 77547596 STATE OF MICHIGAN IN THE 5TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF BARRY CASE NO. 10-252-CH HON. JAMES H. FISHER HENDRIAN-MILLER, INC., Plaintiff, vs. THE ESTATE OF NOBLE SAUNDERS, Defendant. \ RENNER & RENNER, P.L.C. William D. Renner, II (P29832) Scott A. Renner (P73003) Attorneys for Plaintiff 116 East Chicago Street Coldwater, MI 49036 Office: (517) 279-7716 \ ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION, AND NOTICE OF ACTION \ Court address: 220 W. State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 Court telephone no: 269-945-1286 TO: THE ESTATE OF NOBLE SAUNDERS IT IS ORDERED; You are being sued by Plaintiff in this Court upon a Complaint filed May 20, 2010. You must file your answer or take such other action permitted by law in this Court at the address above on or before four (4) weeks from date of publication. If you fail to do so, a Default Judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint filed in this cause. Dated: July 7, 2010 JAMES H. FISHER, Circuit Judge 77547677 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicholas Barker and Priscilla Barker, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated July 6, 2007, and recorded on July 11, 2007 in instrument 1182839, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fifth Third Mortgage Company as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Eight And 90/100 Dollars ($98,328.90), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point which is 325.94 feet North and 2141.49 feet West of the East 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 2 North, Range 10 West; thence South 59 degrees 29 minutes West 119 feet; thence North 16 degrees 56 minutes West 102.39 feet; thence North 59 degrees 29 minutes East 104 feet; thence South 25 degrees 22 minutes East 100 feet to place of beginning. Also, beginning at a point which is 355.13 feet North and 2288.10 feet West of the East 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, running thence South 16 degrees 56 minutes East 31 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing South 16 degrees 56 minutes East 70.16 feet; thence South 59 degrees 29 minutes West 70 feet to shore of Lime Lake; thence Northwesterly along said shore 28 feet; thence Northeasterly 105 feet to the place of beginning. Easement together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 16.0 feet wide being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at a point 235.58 feet North and 2098.65 feet West of the East 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 2 North, Range 10 West; thence South 59 degrees 29 minutes west, 101.0 feet for the place of beginning; thence continuing South 59 degrees 29 minutes West 16.07 feet; thence North 35 degrees 41 minutes West 101.23 feet; thence North 16 degrees 56 minutes West, 150.11 feet; thence North 5 degrees 56 minutes West, 156.82 feet; thence North 18 degrees 56 minutes WEst, 198.35 feet; thence North 9 degrees 28 minutes West 83.83 feet; thence North 29 degrees 23 minutes East 92.40 feet to the Southerly line of Keller Road; thence South 66 degrees 37 minutes East thereon, 16.0 feet; thence South 29 degrees 23 minutes West, 86.60 feet; thence South 9 degrees 28 minutes East, 74.0 feet; thence South 18 degrees 56 minutes East, 196.0 feet; thence South 5 degrees 56 minutes East156.0 feet: thence South 16 dgrees 56 minutes east, 145.96 feet; thence South 35 degrees 41 minutes East, 100.0 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547683 File #327775F01 MORTGAGE SALE This is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by THOMAS H. CHASE, a single man, and SHIRLEY A. CHASE, a married woman, Mortgagors, to INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CO. SOUTH MI, having its principal office at 4200 East Beltline, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, Mortgagee, dated February 18, 2005 and recorded February 22, 2005 in Instrument #1141705. By reason of such default the undersigned elects to declare the entire unpaid amount of said mortgage due and payable forthwith. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on said mortgage the sum of FIFTY TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED EIGHTY FOUR and 85/100 ($52,584.85) dollars, including interest at the rate of 4.25% per annum. No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided and to pay said amount with interest as provided in said mortgage, and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including attorney fees allowed by law, said mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east door of the Barry County Courthouse, the place of holding the Circuit Court within the County of Barry, City of Hastings, Michigan, on August 12, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., local time. Pursuant to Public Act No. 104, Public Acts of 1971 [MCLA 600.3240(8), MSA 27A.3240(8)] the redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the property is determined to be abandoned under MCLA 600.3241a; MSA 27A.3241(1), in which case the property may be redeemed during the 30 days immediately following the sale or expiration of statutory notice period or expiration of statutory notice period. The premises covered by said mortgage are situated in the Township of Maple Grove, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to wit: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 23, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County Michigan; thence South 40 rods for a place of beginning; thence North 130 feet; thence East 600 feet; thence South 130 feet; thence West 600 feet to the place of beginning. Together with an easement in common that is appurtenant thereto for purposes of ingress and egress thereto over premises described as: commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 23, Town 2 North, Range 7 West; thence South 40 rods; thence North 130 feet for a place of beginning; thence East 600 feet; thence North 33 feet; thence West 600 feet; thence South 33 feet to the place of beginning. The default and foreclosure proceedings include a 1992 Fairmont mobile home, serial #MY9385449A8, permanently affixed thereto, as evidenced by the Certificate of Mobile Home Title and recorded in Instrument #1141704. INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CO. SOUTH MI Mortgagee SCHENK BONCHER & RYPMA Gary P. Schenk P19970 601 Three Mile Road, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49544-1601 77547483 (616) 647-8277 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy A. Slaght and Bethany J. Slaght, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 27, 2006, and recorded on October 3, 2006 in instrument 1170922, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-One Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Three And 57/100 Dollars ($161,443.57), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 30 rods West of the North and South 1/4 line and 56 rods North of the South line of the Section: thence North 72 rods and 5 feet to land formerly owned by L.H. Cook; thence West 4 rods and 10 feet; thence North 19 rods and 15 feet; thence in a Southwesterly direction along the South line of the Michigan Central Railroad Company, 2 rods; thence South 6 rods and 15 feet; thence South 65 degrees West 43 rods and 5 2/3 feet; thence South 16 chains, 14 1/2 links to the North side of Francis Street; thence South 88 degrees East 46 rods and 14 feet to the place of beginning, being in Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan. Excepting a parcel commencing at a point 795 feet North and 30 rods West of the North and South 1/4 line and 56 rods North of the South line of the Section; thence on North 23 rods and 3 feet to land formerly owned by L.H. Cook; thence West 4 rods and 10 feet; thence North 19 rods and 15 feet; thence in a Southwesterly direction along the South line of the right of way of the Michigan Central Railroad Company 2 rods; thence South 6 rods and 15 feet; thence South 65 degrees West to a point 30 rods and 246 1/3 feet West of the North and South 1/4 line; thence South to a point due West of the place of beginning; thence East to the place of beginning, all in Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547564 File #327843F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jason Hancock, a married man and Betheny Hancock, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 9, 2009, and recorded on January 20, 2009 in instrument 200901200000524, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Nine And 42/100 Dollars ($249,879.42), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 20, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 25 minutes 50 seconds, 660.91 feet along the South line of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 48 seconds West, 778.59 feet along the East line of said West 1/2 to the place of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 28 minutes 03 seconds West, 440.0 feet along the South line of the North 543 feet of said West 1/2; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 48 seconds West, 220.0 feet; thence North 89 degrees 28 minutes 03 seconds East, 440.0 feet; thence South 00 degrees 08 minutes 48 seconds East, 220.0 feet along the East line of said West 1/2 to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes over the South 66 feet of the North 356 feet of the East 440 feet of said West 1/2, and also over the East 66 feet of said West 1/2, except the North 290 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547489 File #327725F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Todd A. Harding and Dawn V.A. Harding, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 5, 2005, and recorded on July 29, 2005 in instrument 1150296, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank National Association, as Trustee for the holders of the certificates issued by MASTR Alternative Loan Trust 2006-1 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Five And 63/100 Dollars ($331,645.63), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 22, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as commencing at the North 1/4 Post of said Section 33, thence South 1935.5 Feet, thence South 89 Degrees 57 Minutes West 1439 Feet, thence South 70 Degrees 18 Minutes West 8.74 Feet to the Place of Beginning, thence South 70 Degrees 18 Minutes West 100 Feet, thence North 7 Degrees 15 Minutes West 58 Feet, thence South 45 Degrees 45 Minutes West 58.8 Feet, thence North 71 Degrees 38 Minutes West 24.3 Feet, thence South 30 Degrees 43 Minutes West 161 Feet to the Northeasterly right of way of Gaskill Road, thence South 35 Degrees 22 Minutes 15 Seconds East 180.1 Feet, thence North 43 Degrees 01 Minutes East 144.3 Feet, thence North 13 Degrees 39 Minutes East 195.1 Feet to the Place of Beginning. Parcel 2: A Parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as commencing at a point which lies due South 1935.50 Feet and South 89 Degrees 57 Minutes West 1439 Feet from the North 1/4 Post of said Section 33, thence South 70 Degrees 18 Minutes West 8.74 Feet for the Place of Beginning, thence South 70 Degrees 18 Minutes West 100 Feet, thence North 07 Degrees 16 Minutes West 178.10 Feet, thence North 51 Degrees 07 Minutes East 72 Feet, thence Southeasterly to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: June 24, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547067 File #272357F02 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT; ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW. ATTENTION POTENTIAL PURCHASERS AT FORECLOSURE SALE: In the case of resolution prior to or simultaneously with the aforementioned foreclosure sale, Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Conseco Finance Servicing Corp.) may rescind this sale at any time prior to the end of the redemption period. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited to the return of your bid amount tendered at the sale, plus interest. Default having occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by Deborah L. McKenzie, a single woman, ("Debtors"), to Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Conseco Finance Servicing Corp.) ("Green Tree"), dated June 7, 2000, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry in the State of Michigan on June 9, 2000, in Document Number 1045416, et. seq., on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due as of the date of this Notice the sum of $73,199.86, which amount may or may not be the entire indebtedness owed by Debtors to Green Tree together with interest at 8.0 percent per annum. NOW THEREFORE, Notice is hereby given that the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative and that pursuant to that power of sale and MCL 600.3201 et. seq., on August 12, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., on the East steps of the Circuit Court Building in Hastings, Michigan, that being the place for holding the Circuit Court and/or for conducting such foreclosure sales for the County of Barry, there will be offered at public sale, the premises, or some part thereof, described in said Mortgage as follows, to-wit: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF ORANGEVILLE, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN, IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST; THENCE NORTH, 105 FEET; THENCE WEST, 10 RODS; THENCE SOUTH, 105 FEET; THENCE EAST, 10 RODS TO POINT OF BEGINNING. which also includes any interest Green Tree may have in the 2000 Fairmont Mobile Home, Serial Number MY01114786AB. The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of sale unless the property is established to be abandoned pursuant to MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of sale or fifteen (15) days from the date the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(b) was posted and mailed. Dated: July 2, 2010 Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Conseco Finance Servicing Corp.) By: DONALD A. BRANDT(P30183) BRANDT, FISHER, ALWARD & ROY, P.C. Attorneys for Green Tree 1241 E. Eighth Street, P.O. Box 5817 Traverse City, Michigan 49696-5817 (231) 941-9660 77547528 File No.: 6140.0824 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sharon D. Lynd, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Habitat for Humanity, Barry County, Mortgagee, dated December 6, 2004, and recorded on December 7, 2004 in instrument 1138290, and modified by agreement dated February 1, 2005, and recorded on July 21, 2005 in instrument 1149804, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Three And 87/100 Dollars ($109,963.87), including interest at 11% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel B: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 00 degrees 55 minutes 01 second West, 460.00 feet from the East 1/4 corner of said Section 16; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West, 165.16 feet; thence South 00 degrees 56 minutes 13 seconds East, 20.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West, 165.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 56 minutes 13 seconds West 220.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds East, 330.23 feet to the East line of Section 16; thence South 00 degrees 55 minutes 01 second East, 200.00 feet along said East line to the place of beginning. Containing 1.59 acres of land, more or less. Together with and subject to a 66-foot wide easement for ingress, egress and public utilitites purposes as described separately. Easement description: A 66-foot wide easement for ingress, egress and public utilities purposes described as: Beginning at a point on the East-West 1/4 line of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds, 264.00 feet from the East 1/4 corner of said Section 16; thence North 00 degrees 56 minutes 13 seconds West, 660.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West, 66.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 56 minutes 13 seconds, West, 660.00 feet to the East-West 1/4 line of Section 16; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds East 66.00 feet along said 1/4 line to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547495 File #314557F01 �Page 14 — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Steven Paul Seilheimer, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 4965 Sheffield Rd, Hickory Corners, MI 490609732. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 9, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 9, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547599 File # 302908F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Michael L. Baadke, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 5955 Stimpson Rd, Middleville, MI 49333-9773. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 9, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 9, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547675 File # 332140F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Laura C. Miller, a single woman, to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated April 13, 2007 and recorded April 25, 2007 in Instrument Number 1179727, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Chase Home Finance LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Eight and 45/100 Dollars ($115,878.45) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 12, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 66 of Middleville Downs Number 3, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 26. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.8582 ASAP# 3645036 07/15/2010, 77547698 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary Jack Christie, a married person and Brigitte J. Christie, to Wells Fargo Bank, NA SBM Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc. fka Norwest Mortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated January 22, 1998 and recorded January 23, 1998 in Instrument Number 1006767, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-One Thousand Eight Hundred Forty-Two and 79/100 Dollars ($41,842.79) including interest at 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 12, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 27 of Hardendorff Addition to the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, except the South 12 feet thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 72. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 326.3593 ASAP# 3647160 07/15/2010, 07/22/2010, 06721034 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Brandon Zalewski, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 9375 W Parmalee Rd, Middleville, MI 493338967. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 9, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 9, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547660 File # 331418F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE LIKENS & BLOMQUIST, P.L.L.C., IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE PHONE NUMBER BELOW IF EITHER MORTGAGOR IS ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default has occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by Gail L. Schaidt, Married, and Lawrence J. Schaidt, III, Married, Mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Bank (Western Michigan), Mortgagee, dated April 22, 2005, and recorded on June 16, 2005, in Instrument Number 1148154, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, on said mortgage there is $112,042.43 due at the date of this notice. There is no suit proceeding at law or in equity to collect the sums due under the Mortgage described above. Notice is hereby given that, by virtue of the power of sale contained in the above-described Mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on Thursday, August 19, 2010 at 01:00 PM at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder at public venue, in order to satisfy the unpaid portion of said Mortgage, together with interest at a rate of 6.400%, all costs of sale permitted by law, and taxes, the property situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as: Lot 16 of Noffke's South Lake Shore Plat, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 50, Barry County Records. All rights of redemption shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale unless the property is abandoned as defined by MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Dated: Thursday, July 15, 2010 Likens & Blomquist, P.L.L.C. Attorneys for Servicer 3290 W. Big Beaver Rd. Ste 315 Troy, MI 48084 Telephone: 248-593-5106 06721044 L0301MI10 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy W. Walden and Barbara A. Walden, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 28, 2006 and recorded March 20, 2006 in Instrument Number 1161457, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by OneWest Bank, FSB by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Four Hundred Twelve Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Four and 84/100 Dollars ($412,194.84) including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 5, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: PARCEL I: A PARCEL OR LAND IN THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST DESCRIBED AS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTH 1/4 POST OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE SOUTH 02 DEGREES 52 MINUTES 35 SECONDS EAST, ALONG THE NORTH AND SOUTH 1/4 LINE OF SAID SECTION 16 A DISTANCE OF 2653.49 FEET TO THE CENTER OF SECTION 16; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 47 MINUTES 24 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE EAST AND WEST 1/4 LINE OF SECTION 16 A DISTANCE OF 696.58 FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 19 MINUTES 28 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID WEST LINE, 1210.09 FEET; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST, 37.31 FEET; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 50 SECONDS WEST, 998.57 FEET; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 EAST, 19.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 53 SECONDS EAST, 446.41 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID NORTH SECTION LINE, 604.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 8, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 225.4353 ASAP# 3635442 07/08/2010, 77547504 07/15/2010, 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles R Purdum Jr., and Catherine J Purdum husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 25, 2008, and recorded on February 4, 2008 in instrument 200802040001027, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-One And 38/100 Dollars ($99,921.38), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 3, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, Rutland, Township, Barry County, Michigan, beginning at a point on the West line of said Section 3, which lies South 0 degrees 27 minutes East 1365.60 feet from the Northwest corner of said Section 3; thence North 89 degrees 15 minutes 30 seconds East, 233 feet; thence South 0 degrees 27 minutes East, 130 feet thence South 89 degrees 15 minutes 30 seconds West, 233 feet; thence North 0 degrees 27 minutes West 130 feet to the point of beginning. Now Known as: Lot 7, Treats Little Acres, as recorded in Liber 5, page 78 of Plats, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547643 File #320122F03 FORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Gary L. Vandenberg and Joy R. Vandenberg, husband and wife of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. dated the 19th day of January, A.D. 2006, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 7th day of February, A.D. 2006, in Instrument #1159863 of Barry Records, which said mortgage was assigned to US Bank National Association ND, thru mesne assignments, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $127,715.95 (one hundred twenty-seven thousand seven hundred fifteen and 95/100) plus accrued interest at 6.5% (six point five) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 5th day of August, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Hope, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Township of Hope, County of Barry, Michigan: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 4, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Beginning at the East 1/4 corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 16 minutes 52 seconds West 495.00 feet along the East line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 88 degrees 59 minutes 42 seconds West 443.98 feet parallel with the North line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 18 minutes 04 seconds East 495.00 feet along the East line of the West 880 feet of said Northeast 1/4, Southeast 1/4; thence South 88 degrees 59 minutes 42 seconds East 443.81 feet along the North line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning. Commonly known as: 4055 Anders Road Tax ID No. 07-004-002-50 The redemption period shall be one year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77547574 WWR# 10033003 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ami D. Winkler, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 25, 2008 and recorded September 26, 2008 in Instrument Number 20080926-0009541, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Two and 57/100 Dollars ($95,752.57) including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 12, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West one-half of Lots 1176 and 1177, except the North 20 feet of the West one-half of Lot 1177 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber A of Plats, Page 1 of Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.8370 ASAP# 3644429 07/15/2010, 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010 77547688 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Nicole F Braunschneider and Harold Mattox, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11032 E Shore Dr, Delton, MI 49046-8480. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 332391F01 06721013 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David B. Rozelle an unmarried man, to Mortgage Center LLC, Mortgagee, dated November 7, 2008 and recorded November 14, 2008 in Instrument Number 20081114-0011059, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Four Thousand Six Hundred Seventy-Three and 36/100 Dollars ($24,673.36) including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 12, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South one hundred and eighteen feet of a parcel of land described as commencing four rods West of the Southeast Corner of Lot Fifteen of O.A. Phillips Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof, thence North to Thornapple River, thence Westerly along said river four rods, thence Southerly to South line of said Lot 15, thence East four rods to the place of beginning, being a part of Lot 15 of O.A. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville and a part of the Northwest one quarter of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248502-1400 File No. 393.0403 ASAP# 3647165 07/15/2010, 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James P. Shields, single, original mortgagor(s), to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated August 16, 2006, and recorded on August 21, 2006 in instrument 1168918, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand Four Hundred Thirty-Five And 39/100 Dollars ($195,435.39), including interest at 7.54% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 105 and 106 of the plat of Steven's Woods Acres No. 2 according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 60, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547371 File #326802F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Garry Bowman and Tracy Bowman, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 26, 2003, as evidenced by Affidavit Of Lost Document recorded on April 6, 2010 in instrument 201004060003694, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fifth Third Mortgage Company as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Eight And 82/100 Dollars ($106,938.82), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 32 rods of the South 72 rods of the East 20 rods of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 32, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, Johnstown Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547364 File #275103F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert C. Harvey and Christie L. Harvey, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to E Mortgage Direct, a Michigan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated July 22, 2003, and recorded on August 1, 2003 in instrument 1109959, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Home Mortgage as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Four And 71/100 Dollars ($224,394.71), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 49, Sunrise Shores No. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 98. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06721015 File #328861F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — Page 15 Freeport Fastpitch Hall of Fame inducts 9th class by Brett Bremer Sports Editor As much as anything, the 2010 Freeport Fastpitch Hall of Fame induction ceremony Saturday was a time for remembering. Freeport Recreation director Rich Kunde remembered a quick meeting with Ivan Blough the morning of June 26, in preparation for the annual Hall of Fame tournament and induction ceremony. The two expected to meet again later in the day, but Blough died unexpectedly that afternoon while volunteering for another cause. “Thank you for traveling here with us,” said Kunde during a moment of recognition for Blough during Saturday’s ceremony. “Your friendship is treasured, and you will be missed by us all.” Blough was a 2004 inductee into the Hall of Fame. Kunde was inducted in 2007, along with Dale Johnson among others. Johnson remembered playing against Blough from the time they were six-years-old. “We sure miss him,” Johnson said. “And thank God again for putting this man Ivan on his Earth.” There were 15 new inductees into the Hall of Fame honored Saturday, the first ten of which were inducted posthumously and represented on the field by friends and family. POLICE BEAT Canine deputy finds mother, child lost in corn Sunday, July 11, canine deputy Kyro was called to a Woodland area home to help locate a missing 21-month old child. When a Barry County Sheriff Deputy arrived at the residence with Kyro, he was met by two juveniles who said their brother had wandered into the cornfield behind their house and that their mother had gone into the field looking for him. Neither child knew where their brother or mother had entered the field. An attempt to find the missing mother and child along the downwind side of the field was unsuccessful. Next Kyro was taken to an area of dirt which extended into the corn field approximately 20 feet, where a track was found, and Kyro started into the corn. About 20 minutes later, the mother called the sheriff’s department to report that she was still in the corn and disoriented. Approximately 10 minutes later, the mother and child were found by Kyro and led out of the corn. Squealing tires draws deputy’s attention, arrest A Barry County Sheriff Deputy sitting in a parking lot near the corner of Briggs Road and M-179 Friday evening observed the driver of 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis standing on the brakes and squealing the car’s tires. The deputy followed the vehicle to a driveway on Cobb Lake Road, where the deputy made contact with the driver John William Gummo, who admitted that he didn’t have a valid driver’s license and had been drinking. After the deputy administered an operating while impaired (OWI) test, Gummo was arrested for OWI, third offense; driving with license suspended, second or subsequent offense; and three outstanding bench warrants — a Friend of the Court (FOC) bench warrant in Barry County, a FOC bench warrant in Ottawa County and Failure to Appear bench warrant in Barry County. Cash and jewelry stolen while couple sleeps The Barry County Sheriff’s Department responded to a breaking and entering complaint at a home on Maple Grove Road in Hastings Tuesday, July 6. The couple, who were home at the time of the incident, went to bed downstairs at approximately 6 a.m. The wife reported that at approximately 8 a.m. she heard something upstairs, but neither she or her husband thought much about it. At about 11 a.m. when the husband went upstairs to turn down the air conditioning, he noticed a light on in the back bedroom of the house. The couple reported $64 in cash and five rings missing from the bedroom. There were no signs of vandalism or forced entry. Tools stolen from Cloverdale Road barn Thursday, July 8, the Barry County Sheriff’s Department received a report of a breaking and entering of a barn on Cloverdale Road in Hastings. The owner of the barn reported that a gray John Deere toolbox containing several hand tools and several vintage license plates were missing. It appears the suspect entered the barn by removing a window and unlatching the door from the inside. Bikes reported stolen in separate incidents Friday, July 2, the Barry County Sheriff’s Department received two reports of stolen children’s bikes on Charlton Park Road in Hastings. In both incidences, there was a report of residents being woken in the night by a sound described as something being thrown into the bed of a truck. The first bicycle stolen was a blue and silver Mongoose BMX bike with a 20-inch frame. The second was a 20-inch frame brown and red Huffy Rocket BMX bike. Guns, cash stolen from Prairieville home Barry County Sheriff Deputies responded to a breaking and entering compliant on Houvener Road in Prairieville July 8. It appears a thief gained access through a sliding door on the northwest side of the home. There appeared to be no signs of a forced entry. Two 12gauge shotguns and $1,000 in cash were reported stolen. Loud party leads to three citations, two arrests Reports of a loud party on Bird Road in Dowling at 12:23 a.m. Sunday, July 12, led to three minors being cited for possession of alcohol and two adults arrested for outstanding bench warrants. When they arrived on the scene, Barry County Sheriff Deputies made contact with three minors at the party who admitted to consuming alcohol. They also spoke with another subject, Brandon Lee Ammon, who was on parole in Barry County and had a warrant for his arrest for misdemeanor contempt of court, failure to pay fines and costs for possession of marijuana. Another subject at the party, Mark Lewis Wellman, also had a contempt-of-court bench warrant for his arrest for criminal contempt of court for failing to pay fines and costs for the offense of failure to report an accident. Woman arrested for disorderly conduct Hastings Police officers responded to a reported domestic situation at 11:55 p.m. outside a residence in the 600 block of W. Grand St. Wednesday, July 7. Responding officers located what they reported to be an intoxicated woman lying in the street, who was identified as Kathrine Koster, 54, from Hastings. According to police reports, Koster started screaming obscenities at a witness who was talking with the officers, and Koster was cautioned to refrain. As officers were trying to ascertain what had occurred, Koster continued to scream obscenities at the witness as well as a neighbor who approached the scene to tell the officers that she did not appreciate the commotion the woman was making and that it woke up her children. Koster then began yelling obscenities at the neighbor, at which point Koster was taken into custody on charges of disorderly conduct. She was lodged at the Barry County Jail. She registered had a blood alcohol content of .18 percent; and officers said alcohol consumption appears to been a contributing factor. Hastings Police investigate a B&E complaint Two nights of motocross at Barry County Fair in 2010 Grandstand spectators love their motocross and the Barry County Fair has responded in 2010. SJO Productions will host two nights of motocross action in front of the grandstand next week, Thursday and Friday. The cost to get into the grandstand is $9 each evening. Ticket prices for all grandstand shows are in addition to regular gate admission. The dirt starts flying at 7 p.m. All six evening grandstand shows begin at 7 p.m. Mud will be flying on Monday, as the week at the grandstand begins with the Off-Road Challenge Mud Run. Two vehicles race side by side around the horseshoe shaped track, with the winner advancing on to the next round. The cost is $9. Hooves will be throwing the dirt into the air rather than tires on Tuesday, as the Super Kicker Professional Rodeo brings its Bulls and Barrels series into the arena. Tickets are $10 each. Motors take over at the grandstand again on Wednesday, as Autocross takes over on the track. Tickets are $9 each. The grandstand entertainment ends with the USA Demolition Derby Saturday (July 24) beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are $9 apiece. Hastings City Bank receives top rating BauerFinancial Inc. of Coral Gables, Fla., has announced that Hastings City Bank, has earned its highest 5-Star Superior rating for strength and stability. The past few years have been extremely difficult for the banking industry, and the fact that Hastings City Bank continues to excel in such areas as capital adequacy, delinquent loan levels and profitability, clearly indicates it is one of the strongest banks in the country, said Karen L. Dorway, president of Bauer Financial. “With a full 10 percent of the nation’s banks now on the FDIC’s ‘problem’ list and even more on ours, the fact that Hastings City Bank continues to not just withstand the pressures, but even excel in this environment, indicates its management is doing things right,” she said. “Bauer’s stringent 5-Star requirements haven’t changed, but the climate definitely has and the fact that Hastings City Bank has earned this prestigious rating sets it well above the competition.” Hastings City Bank was established in 1886 and has been serving the banking needs of the community 124 years. It currently operates through six offices in Bellevue, Caledonia, Hastings, Middleville, Nashville and Wayland and can also be found on the internet at www.hastingscitybank.com. Need wedding invitations? Check out the large selection at Printing Plus 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings just north of city limits The 2010 Freeport Fastpitch Hall of Fame induction class included ten special inductees who were honored posthumously, and were represented by friends and family Saturday. Those ten inductees were Donald Richardson, Earl Postumus, Henry Johnson, Walter Richardson, Clarence Keim, Lyle Ketchum, Elwyn Dow, Bob McWhinney, Harry Jahnke, and Jesse Blough. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The 2010 class of the Freeport Fastpitch Hall of Fame included Bob Carmoney who was represented by Jessica Julian (from left), as well as inductees Ron Nash, Jerry Postumus, Arnie Stahl, and Adrian Sterzick. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... 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The 53-year-old victim told officers that some time over the weekend someone had entered her residence and took cash from an envelope as well as a digital camera and a cell phone. There were no signs of forced entry, and the incident remains under investigation. Those ten special inductees were Jesse Blough, Elwyn “Stub” Dow, Harry “Skip” Jahnke, Henry Johnson, Clarence Keim, Lyle Ketchum Jr., Bob McWhinney, Earl Postumus, Walter Richardson, and Donald Richardson. The five regular inductees into the ninth class of the Hall of Fame were Bob Carmoney, Ron Nash, Jerry Postumus, Arnie Stahl, and Adrian Sterzick. Carmoney, Postumus, Stahl, and Sterzick were honored as players, and Nash for meritorious service. The event began with the presentation of the colors by the Caledonia American Legion Post, and the playing of the national anthem. More than once, master of ceremonies Dick Postumus acknowledged that his was very familiar with one of the inductees, with his uncle Jerry and father Earl both among those being honored. All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. 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All proceeds go to her parents Gary & Nikki. �Page 16 — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Vikings face Ionia in alumni football game Friday by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Beginning in high school, 2007 Lakewood graduate Ashton King began having a group of guys over to his home on Sundays to play games of sandlot football. The games which ranged from 4-on-4 to 8on-8 padless, tackle contests would last all day long, and the tradition carried on beyond high school with guys from Lakewood, Ionia, Lowell and surrounding areas. One of those players, Andy Nobis, an Ionia High School graduate came to King a few months ago after seeing an ad on Facebook for Alumni Football USA. Alumni Football USA organizes alumni football games all across the country, giving former high school football players the opportunity to relieve their glory days on the field. King is one of the captains for the Lakewood side, which will face a group of Ionia alumni Friday night (July 16) on Unity With the help of the company Alumni Football USA, Lakewood High School will host an alumni football game Friday night against rival Ionia. The gates open at 6 p.m., and the game is set to kick-off at 7 p.m. The cost for spectators is $10, with a portion of the proceeds from ticket sales going back to the Lakewood High School athletic department. (File photo) Sunday Chaos wins YMCA Spring Kickball championship The team Sunday Chaos won this year’s YMCA Spring Kickball League, winning the tournament play on June 20. Team members are (front from left) Danielle Gole, Jennifer Quillen, Becky Deal, Kim Barnes, Karen Gole, Gretchen Parsons, (back) Dan Quillen, Peter Gole, Andrew Parsons, Spencer Barnes, Jason Gole, and Jason Deal. Field at Lakewood High School. Kick-off time is set for 7 p.m., under the lights. The gates are scheduled to open at 6 p.m. “Full pads and everything,” King said. It’s going to be cool. I can’t wait. It’s kind of a big rivalry. It’s going to be sweet. It’s that much bigger of a rivalry (between Lakewood and Ionia) because everybody keeps talking so much smack after high school about how much better they were and everything.” It only took about two weeks after the decision was made to organize a game for the two sides to mostly fill up their 40-man rosters. The cost was $75 to participate in the game. The cost for spectators will be $10 Friday night, with proceeds from concessions and a big chunk of the proceeds from the tickets going to the Lakewood High School athletic program. “I didn’t believe it at first. I’d never really hared of anything like it,” said Lakewood High School athletic director Wayne Piercefield. “Then as we started going through the process, I met with Dan (Mossberg from Alumni Football USA) and he explained it all. They bring in a trailer with all the pads and everything. It sounds like a good excuse to go out and hurt yourself to me.” The Lakewood side has been practicing three days a week, getting about 20 guys out to each practice, for the past few weeks at East Elementary. King said there hasn’t been any problem deciding who would play which positions, or how the playbook will run. The team has taken some strategy from the college level, thanks to guys like Jake Schrock, Gabe Steward, and Kris Vezino. Steward and Vezino both played at Olivet College. Schrock was a quarterback at Hope College, before moving to the wide receiver position where he earned All-MIAA honors as a senior in 2004. “We all said we didn’t want to run the Wing-T, because that didn’t work,” said King. The Vikings plan on going with a pro-style, power-I offense, with a little bit of the spread thrown in for fun. “We want to win, but we want to entertain everybody that’s there too,” King said. The Viking team will practice every day this coming week, to be ready for Friday night. The guys will get their pads the day of the game, and have a few hours to get used to them before kick-off. King said the oldest Lakewood alumni on the team is Jake Schrock’s father, Lamar Schrock, who’s in his fifties. King is looking forward to playing with his older brother Harrison, who was six years ahead of him in school so they never got to play together. The youngest Viking player is 2009 Lakewood graduate Gabe Shellenbarger. King added that he’s hoping a couple thousand spectators will show up, and that this will become an annual event. Charities chosen for 2010 HCB Charity Golf Classic J-Ad Graphics and the Hastings Athletic Boosters proudly presents Four local organizations will vie for a share of the money raised through the Hastings City Bank Charity Golf Classic in Memory of Bill Porter, set for Friday, Aug. 6, at the Hastings Country Club. The YMCA of Barry County/Camp Algonquin, Barry County United Way, Freeport Area Volunteer Fire Department and Green Gables Haven will be this year’s recipients. Over the past six years, the Charity Golf Classic has granted more than $120,000 to help Barry County nonprofit organizations. This year, in addition to the four selected charities, a portion of the proceeds also will be distributed to Boy Scouts of America Gerald R. Ford Council, Court-Appointed Special Advocates for Children, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and the Child Abuse Prevention Council of Barry County. “I am very excited about this year’s Bill Porter Memorial Charity Golf Classic,” said event co-chair Michelle Duits. “It is a wonderful opportunity for local service organizations to raise funds to support programs that benefit Barry County and to make the community aware of the services that they provide. This is another great example of the Barry County community coming together fill a need.” In its application, the YMCA of Barry County is asking for dollars to fund a formal nature study program for summer campers and area elementary schools to create an appreciation for the preservation of natural surroundings. Barry County United Way is seeking funds to help local residents facing eviction or foreclosure or needing deliverable fuels, utilities and other emergent situations. The Freeport Area Volunteer Fire Department will use funds to aid in the purchase of a reliable vehicle to respond to medical, fire or rescue scenes in the Freeport and Hastings area. Green Gables Haven is seeking funds to provide group and individual therapy sessions that address life skills for women and children who have suffered abuse. “It is promising to be a great event again this year. We are pleased to be able to reach a total of eight charities that will undoubtedly have an impact on Barry County residents,” said Bonnie Hildreth, Barry Community Foundation president and event co-chair. For more information on how to register a golf team or how to become a sponsor to support these great charities, call Hildreth at the Barry Community Foundation, 269-945-0526. The U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee’s Water and Power Subcommittee is holding a “carp crisis” hearing later today that comes on the heels of the introduction of the “Permanent Prevention of Asian Carp Act.” The “Carp Act” was introduced in the U.S. Senate by Sens. Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Richard Durbin (IL), and in the U.S. House by Congressman Dave Camp (MI). The legislation will require the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to conduct an expedited study to determine the best way to permanently separate the Mississippi River and Great Lakes basins. The watersheds are being threatened by the introduction of invasive Asian carp, including silver, bighead, grass and black carp, which could disrupt fish and wildlife habitats in the Great Lakes forever. Ducks Unlimited (DU) supports the introduction of the legislation because Asian carp have great potential to disrupt aquatic vegetation and wetlands important to waterfowl and other wildlife, which would negatively impact fish and wildlife populations and recreational use by citizens throughout the United States. Hunting, fishing, and wildlife observation generates approximately $18 billion in annual revenues to the Great Lakes region. The legislation will examine engineering solutions to separate the two watersheds, taking into consideration a wide range of factors including flooding, wastewater and storm water infrastructure, waterway safety and commercial and recreational boat traffic. Generated recommendations will be communicated to Congress and the president no later than 18 months after study initiation, with a draft report due in six months. “DU is pleased to see Congress initiate quick action on ways to prevent Asian carp from entering the Great Lakes,” said Gildo Tori, director of public policy in DU’s Great Lakes/Atlantic Region. “We are very grateful for the leadership of Sens. Stabenow and Durbin and Congressman Camp that will expedite the ecological separation of these two major watersheds, which many Great Lakes organizations support.” THE BUZZ YOUNGS LEGENDS GOLF CLASSIC DU supports carp ecological study bills Saturday, August 7th, 2010 at River Bend Golf Course 4-Person Scramble • 8:30 a.m. Shot Gun Start — Cash Prizes — First… 500 • Second… 300 2 Blind Draws… $100 each $ $ Closest to the pin - Long Drives (Males/Females), 50/50 closest to the pin, Skins game (optional), Raffle table. $75.00 per person includes: greens fee for 18 holes of golf, shared power cart and dinner. 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Karla Hayden at 269-948-4679 or email hastingsathleticboosters@gmail.com 06721083 07524896 SCMYB SCMYB Standings U10 Middle Villa Lanes /Tires 2000 11-1 Hastings Elks 9-3 Wilder's Auto/Firstbank West MI 8-4 Hastings Family Dental 5-7 Tripp & Tagg/Three Brothers Pizza 2-10 Green Leaf Tree Services 1-11 U12 Hastings Car Club 20-0 Olson Farms 13-7 PMT Preservation 12-8 Hastings Mfg/Hastings Fiberglass 9-11 Mid Michigan Group/Hier Family Dentistry 5-15 Green Leaf Tree Service 1-19 U14 FlexFab/Hastings City Bank 15-3 Advanced Wiring Systems/Tri Chlor 12-7 Thornapple Vet Medical Center 5-13 Freeport Fastpitch Freeport Fastpitch Standings Monday Mentor/Novice #2 Nine-Kasof #1 Hastings Merchants #5 Glenn's Gas & Welding Supplies #4 Thornapple Clean-Up #3 Freeport Independents #6 Freport Milling Wednesday D/E League #1 Hastings Merchants #2 Nine-Kasof #7 Munn Manufacturing 5-0 4-1 4-1- #8 Lohrberg Sales #6 Freport Milling 2-3 1-3- #4 Thornapple Clean-Up #3 Freeport Independants Friday Co-Ed #1 Thunder/2J’s/Shamrock 1-4 0-5 6-1 5-2 5-2 3-4 2-5 0-7 1 1 4-0- 1 #3 Fedewa Inc. #2 Pioneer Seeds #4 Hastings Mutual 2-3-1 2-3 0-4 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — Page 17 MHSAA participation tops 300,000 again A good sign of the value schools place in their extracurricular athletic programs was revealed during the 2009-10 school year as participation numbers for sports in which post-season tournaments are sponsored by the Michigan High School Athletic Association topped the 300,000 mark for the sixth consecutive year despite declining student enrollments. Student enrollments at MHSAA member schools were down by 2.7 percent for the past school year, but the total participation figure of 301,833 was down only 0.8 percent from the previous season, and is still the sixth highest in the Association’s history. Girls participation was down 0.4 percent from a year ago with 125,856 – its lowest point since 200304; and the boys total of 175,977 was down 1.1 percent – its lowest point since 2003-04. The totals count students once for each sport in which he or she participates, meaning students who are multiple-sport athletes are counted more than once. Records for participation were set in seven sports – four for boys and three for girls. Bowling and lacrosse again set new marks for both boys and girls; boys and girls cross country figures were both at an all-time high; and boys swimming and diving also set a new record. Fall participation again took the biggest single season drop at 1.3 percent from the previous year; winter numbers were down only 0.2 percent; and while the spring figures were off 0.9 percent from 2008-09, that season displaced the fall as time of year with the most participation for the first time. There were 112,409 participants in spring sports in 2009-10, compared to 111,937 fall participants. Since the 2006-07 survey, fall participation is down 9.6 percent, winter sports are down 6.8 percent, while spring is up 2.6 percent. Overall participation is down 3.6 percent since the 2006-07 survey – 3.1 percent for boys and 4.3 percent for girls – and enrollments are down 4.1 percent in that same time period – equally split between boys and girls. Also of note in this year’s survey in other sports of interest: Girls cross country continued its upwards surge, its new mark of 7,925 is up 3.8 percent over the previous year, and participation in the sport is up 10.8 percent since 2006-07. Girls volleyball participation saw of 2.9 percent drop in 2009-10; the lowest it has been since the 1995-96 school year. Since the 2006-07 survey, volleyball participation has dropped 6.3 percent. Boys tennis slipped to its lowest participation total since 1997-98. Its losses since 2006-07 are the highest in terms of percentage of any sport at 14.4 percent. By comparison, girls tennis participation is up 1.7 percent in the same time period. Girls golf figures dropped 6.9 percent during the past school year, and the sport is down by that same number – 6.9 percent – since Saxon baseball star picks Davenport as place to play Recent Hastings High School graduate Riley McLean signed his National Letter of Intent in June to join the Davenport University Baseball team next season. McLean (seated center) was joined at his signing day by Davenport assistant coach and recruiting coordinator Kevin Tidey (seated left), Davenport University head coach Wes Cummings (seated right), and his parents (back) Cris Kruko and Mike McLean. McLean was named second team All-State in his senior season as well as first-team all-conference in the O-K Gold. He was 9-2 pitching for the Saxons this spring, throwing five shut-outs and two no-hitters. McLean also set a Hastings record with 42 RBI, and was just short of the school record for hits with 49. 2006-07. Boys golf was down 1.4 percent in participation in 2009-10 and is off 2.3 percent since 2006-07. After stable participation numbers from 2007-08 to 2008-09, basketball figures dropped 2.9 percent for boys and 3.3 percent for girls in 2009-10; hitting the lowest point for both since the Association began tracking the numbers in 1991-92. Since the 2006-07 survey, girls participation is down 8.2 percent and the boys number is down 6.4 percent. All told, 13 sports had increases in participation in 2009-10 (7 boys-6 girls) and 15 sports had drops (7 boys-8 girls). Since the 2006-07 survey, 8 sports have higher participation marks (5 boys-3 girls) and 20 sports have seen decreased participation (9 boys-11 girls). The participation figures are gathered annually from MHSAA member schools to submit to the National Federation of State High School Associations for compiling its national participation survey. Results of Michigan survey from the 200001 school year to the present may be viewed on the MHSAA Website – mhsaa.com – and clicking on Schools > Administrators > Sports Participation. Culbert helps team to third at nationals Delton Kellogg junior Adrianna Culbert was a part of the Dead Frog Volleyball Club team which finished third at the AAU Girls’ Junior National Championship volleyball tournament in Orlando, Fla., the last full week of June. The Dead Frog 17 Open division team finished second in its first round pool, won its second round pool at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. The team then knocked off its first two opponents in bracket play. In the tournament semifinals Synergy from Philadelphia, Pa., scored a 25-17, 25-11 win YMCA’s new plan includes shortening to just ‘the Y’ For the first time in 43 years, YMCA of the USA has unveiled a new brand strategy to increase understanding of the impact YMCAs make in communities across the country. Through its new brand strategy and framework, the nonprofit will extend its reach into communities to nurture the potential of young people, improve health and well-being and provide opportunities to support neighbors. The result of more than two years of analysis and research, the new plan was introduced Monday at a National Press Club event that included leaders from the philanthropic and nonprofit communities. As part of the event, the YMCA unveiled a new logo that reflects the vibrancy and diversity of the organization and a framework that focuses resources on three core areas: youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. In another major change, the nonprofit will be called “the Y” to align with how people most commonly refer to the organization. “The YMCA of Barry County is truly excited about the new brand strategy and the opportunity to engage more people in the areas of healthy living, social responsibility and youth development,” said Tom Wilt, director of the local program. “There are many exciting changes taking place at the Y. We are building momentum, and this strategy is getting everyone from our volunteers to our program members and donors very excited.” Ys across the country will fully transition to the new brand within five years. “This is a very important, exciting time for the Y,” said Neil Nicoll, president and CEO of YMCA of the USA. “For 160 years, we’ve focused on changing lives for the bet- ter. Our commitment to building greater awareness for the important work we do will enable us to expand our efforts and further strengthen communities across the country.” “In Barry County, we are focusing on the critical need of children,” said Wilt. “The Y’s Camp Algonquin is helping children in our community learn to work with other children in small-cabin activities and learning to share while developing a sense of responsibility for their own actions. The strength of group living is each child becomes more confident in themselves using the tools provided at camp such as learning to canoe or climbing a rock wall. Many children attend camp with different skills, but the emphasis is challenging each person to go one more step. Striving on the core values of the Y; caring, respect, honesty and responsibility are all built in to the program tools, ultimately helping a child understand who they are and what they can personally accomplish.” This philosophy transcends with all programs including youth sports, swimming lessons and special programs. The Y’s former logo had been in place since 1967 and was the organization’s sixth since its inception. The refreshed logo, with its multiple color options and contemporary look, better reflects the vibrancy of the Y and the diversity of the communities it serves. The new logo shape symbolizes the Y’s commitment to personal and social progress. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the long-standing relationships and physical presence to deliver, lasting personal and social change. For more information, log on to ymcaofbarrycounty.org. Delton’s Adrianna Culbert was named an AAU All-American after helping the Dead Frog 17 Open team to a third place finish at the AAU Junior Nationals in June. over the Dead Frog girls. Asics KIVA, our of Louisville, Ky, took the national championship by topping Synergy in the finals. Culbert was one of two players from her 17 Open Dead Frog team, and one of three Dead Frog players overall, to earn AAU AllAmerican honors. She was joined as a 17 Open honoree by teammate Taylor Galloway from Portage Central. Katie Schau from Gull Lake was named an All-American in the 15 Open division. The AAU Nationals included over 1,100 teams from the entire U.S., as well as Puerto Rico and Canada. Delton Kellogg varsity volleyball coach Jack Magelssen started the Dead Frog Volleyball Club more than 20 years ago. Several Delton volleyball players have played Dead Frogs, including high school All-American Terin Norris who was named to the All-Tournament team as the best setter at the National Junior Classic in Chicago over Memorial Day weekend, Katie Hogoboom, Kami McCowan, Carly Boehm, Cassandra Coplin, Alisha VandeWoude, Faith Ferris, as well as Adrianna Culbert and her sisters Alex, Amanda, and Abby. Several other Delton players, such as Hannah Williams, Katie Marshall, and Katie Searles have attended Dead Frog camps or trained with them also. Call 945-9554 any time for Hastings Banner classified ads Happy Anniversary Dr. Merriman! Pole vault competition will be held at the Barry County Fair Maple Valley pole vault coach Jerry Sessions, and his company Landon Athletics, are bringing the pole vault to the 2010 Barry County Fair. Pits at the fair will open for warm-ups at 11 a.m. on Saturday July 24, with the event beginning at noon. The cost to participate is $20, or $25 if postmarked after July 16. For more information about this event or to obtain an entry form, contact Landon Athletics by telephone at 517-852-9826, online on the company’s website landonathletics.com, or by mail at Landon Athletics, 450 E. Casgrove St., PO Box 538, Nashville MI 49073. General information is available at jsessions24@gmail.com. Divisions will be based on number of entries. Landon Athletics has worked at making better athletes, coaches and teams since 2001. Founded in 2001 by Sessions, a former vaulter and current pole vault coach to students of all ages, Landon Athletics is designed to service both individuals and schools with all of their track and field equipment needs. Proud to be Serving the Community for 30 Years From the HOC Family 06721233 Kenneth S. Merriman, M.D. 840 Cook Road • Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-9520 • 800-596-1005 www.hoc-mi.com �Page 18 — Thursday, July 15, 2010 — The Hastings Banner COMPENSATION, continued from page 1 including formation of the Barry County Manufacturers Council, hosting of the first annual Barry County Healthcare Summit, employer retention and others, Byrnes spoke about recent efforts made on behalf of the organization to create more local jobs. According to Byrnes, Middleville-based Powrachute represents what could be one of the next increases to the number of jobs in the county, with a new facility for the company, which specializes in the construction of powered parachutes, currently being constructed at the Hastings City/Barry County Airport. The facility would create 11 new jobs and represent an investment of approximately $250,000, she said. “As you all know, the market’s tough, and we feel confident that the activities of the alliance will develop into them securing the financing that they need to be able to be prepared operationally when they move,” she said. Also delivered to the commissioners was a presentation by Kathy Walters Surratt and Kathy Pennington representing the 4-H program sponsored by the county’s Michigan State University Extension office. The presentation featured 4-H participants Elijah Evans and Emily Luther, with Evans, an 11year-old Hastings Area Schools student, speaking about a business he created with the assistance of a 4-H entrepreneurial program. Evans, who started his own business making stepping stones that he markets at various venues, explained that the program taught Barry County Circuit Court Judge James Fisher (right) congratulates James Westra on his accomplishments and retirement. him about financial planning, management and other aspects of business creation and sustainability. “My goal with my business ... was to make enough money for Boy Scout camp, and I did that,” he said. “... I’m trying to save money for college, and that’s my goal for this year, is to get a lot of money and try to save it up.” Luther, a 16-year-old Pennfield High School student, explained that she has been involved with 4-H for five years and is active in several areas of the organization, having earned the titles of teen leader and teen superintendent in the process. “4-H has given me so many opportunities to grow and become a responsible young adult,” she said. The Finkbeiner/Crane Road Bridge Project, which includes construction of a bridge across the Thornapple River, was the focus of other business at the meeting. James White, an attorney with Mika Meyers Beckett and Jones involved with the project, addressed the commissioners, explaining that recent efforts on behalf of the county to issue a $995,000 bond to help with the endeavor had failed. According to White, potential purchasers of the bond were asked to hold it as part of their investment portfolios, and this turned out to be unacceptable to them. “We’ve routinely done that for bond issues under $1 million,” he said. In response to the objections, commissioners adopted a resolution that would allow issuance of the proposed bond to those investors who do not want to include it as part of their investment portfolios. Final approval regarding issuance was given to County Administrator Michael Brown and Treasurer Susan VandeCar. The commissioners also took the following actions: • Granted a request to solicit feasibility studies for the renovation of the former Hastings Public Library building, located at 121 S. Church St. in Hastings, to accommodate the local MSU Extension office and sev- eral of the county’s operations. • Adopted a resolution to support an application made on behalf of the entrepreneurial pillar of the HomeTown Partners for participation in MSU’s Creating Entrepreneurial Communities program, which serves to promote business development and growth. • Approved issuance of a loan of nearly $4,500 in county’s funds to aid the sheriff’s department in receiving a grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment for the purchase of a new patrol boat. • Approved an amendment to an agreement between the county and the State of Michigan Department of Human Services that would allow the state to continue to fund the county’s Friend of the Court program. • Approved an amendment to an agreement between the county and the state’s Department of Human Services that would require certain steps be taken within the county prosecutor’s office to ensure the security of Internal Revenue Service records. • Granted a request to accept a bid from Fox Building Services and spend nearly $15,900 of Barry County Home Improvement/HOME Program funds to make repairs to a house located at 305 Russell St. in Middleville. • Adopted a resolution to honor the retirement of James Westra, who served in various positions within the county, including that of manager of the Office of Community Corrections and program director of its adult drug court initiative, which he was instrumental in establishing. Chamber event in Nashville brings businesses together Marcia Kinney of Mulberry Fore fills in the crowd about several upcoming events at the golf course. by Amy Jo Kinyon Staff Writer The Barry County Chamber of Commerce held an after-hours event at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville Thursday evening. The event was planned to bring businesses together and provide networking opportunities for Chamber members. Nearly two dozen business owners attended the event and were treated to snacks and beverages. Andre Wiegand, program and membership development manager for the Chamber, led the event and reported that the Barry Bucks program has been a success in the county. In the three years that the program has been instituted, more than $72,000 has been generated for local businesses. Much like a gift cer- tificate, Barry Bucks can be purchased at the Chamber office and spent at participating businesses throughout the county. “By the end of this year, we anticipate $100,000 will be generated,” said Wiegand. “That translates into jobs for local businesses.” Marcia Kinney, who along with husband, Norm, owns Mulberry Fore, took a few moments to inform the crowd about several upcoming events at the golf course. A new group has formed for casual lady golfers. The group meets on Tuesday mornings at 9 a.m. and spends the morning getting to know each other and playing a round. Drawings for several prizes were held, with Michael Kesler of Newton Well Service winning the top prize of $20 Barry Bucks. Andre Wiegand of the Barry County Chamber of Commerce creates an impromptu stage to address the crowd. 77547615 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-07-22.pdf cc34634550b3e0d47e8b697711619751 PDF Text Text Fate of proposed animal control board undecided 158 years of fair fun and economic boost Rutland working to amend ordinance See Story on Page 9 See Editorial on Page 5 See Story on Page 10 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 29 NEWS BRIEFS Sidewalk Sounds music series begins tonight Thursday nights are going to get a little more exciting in downtown Hastings with the Sidewalk Sounds Thursday night music series beginning July 22 and continuing through Aug. 19. The line-up for July 22 includes the Community Music School; Jenn’s Remedy, playing modern and folk music; the Dom Bierenga Six, a student-led group with members from across Barry County and Jeff Sipe, who will give a solo instrumental guitar performance. Musicians will play from 6 to 8 p.m. each Thursday night and will be collecting tips on behalf of the Thornapple Arts Council to benefit the participating artists and to continue the Sidewalk Sounds music series in the future. For more information about the Sidewalk Sounds music series, go to www.downtownhastings.com. E-Club meeting tonight in Middleville The next E-Club meeting is tonight, Thursday, July 22, at the Cracked Pepper Restaurant in downtown Middleville at 6 p.m. The topic for the evening will be “Communicating Your Brand” by Ginger Hentz, director of the Barry County MSU Extension office. Local entrepreneurs are invited to attend to network with other entrepreneurs and business owners. For more information or to RSVP, contact Andre Wiegand at 269-945-2454 or email andre@barrychamber.com. See the website www.barrychamber.com for other information. BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, July 22, 2010 Commercial Bank buys troubled MainStreet Savings Bank by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer After more than a year of financial troubles, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) arranged the sale of MainStreet Savings Bank in Hastings to Commercial Bank of Alma late last week. Approximately 80 FDIC employees came in Friday, July 16, and the transition was made by 6 p.m. with no disruption of service to MainStreet customers. FDIC staff will be at the bank until Friday, July 23, when everything will be turned over to Commercial Bank. “It’s a very, very swift transaction. Their [the FDIC] team comes in and controls the whole situation, but Commercial Bank Hastings is functioning as we speak,” said Jeffrey Barker, president and CEO of Commercial Bank in an interview Monday afternoon. “They have some great technical skills that allows the bank to cease operations and then start right back up again, just by merging numbers, and so on. Customers are still using their ATM cards, their debit cards, and they’re still getting direct deposit and making automatic transfers, the online banking works, the checks clear — all those sorts of things are completely in place, and everything seems to be working just fine.” MainStreet is the first acquisition made by the Alma-based bank. The transaction means Commercial now has nine branches in Michigan with offices in Alma, Greenville, Ithaca. Middleton, St. Louis and Mt. Pleasant, Hastings and Lake Odessa. Commercial Bank is a publicly held company, traded on the overthe-counter market, that pays dividends to its shareholders. In its annual survey, which was published in June, National Banker Magazine reported that before the acquisition, Commercial Bank had assets of $362 million. “That same study takes the last three years’ return on equity and averages all of it and then rank the top 200 banks based on the prior three years’ return on equity,” said Barker. “We ranked 14th in the country and were named the highest-ranking bank in the state of Michigan.” Barker describes Commercial Bank as “a very healthy community bank just like what you were familiar with here.” According to Barker, Commercial’s financial health made it a prime candidate to purchase MainStreet. MainStreet Savings Bank in Hastings is now Commercial Bank. MainStreet was doing primarily balloon mortgages. We have the capability of doing longterm, 15- or 30-year fixed-rate mortgages. We do VA and FHA loans and a number of other things that we think are going to enhance the product offering, in addition to small-business lending, which MainStreet did very little of,” he said. “With deposit products, I’m sure there will be some tweaks and things. Once we get this bank switched over to our operating computer system, then we will start enhancing deposit products.” Barker said he is hesitant to say when the change-over will be complete. However, when it is finalized, he said current MainStreet customers will be issued new checks, debit cards and related items. “We didn’t know we were going to do this until last Wednesday afternoon, and we took over on Friday evening,” he said. “We haven’t been able to plan or pre-plan. So, needless to say, there is an awful lot of investigative work that needs to take place. We have to determine all our technical needs, get equipment ordered, delivered, installed. Then we have to train staff in between transactions. They will be running transactions, as is, just like they always have, and then we’ll run them through our test mode until the staff becomes comfortable with how our operating system works. So, I don’t want to put a time frame on it but it will be as soon as we can do it. Then we will be able to start ordering new checks and debit cards for folks — we are going to want to brand ourselves; we don’t want MainStreet checks and credit and debit cards going on forever. We want to get our brand out there as soon as we possibly can. In the meantime, everything will work fine.” Barker said he hopes to keep as many MainStreet employees as possible. “There’s bound to be some duplication of administrative roles that we already have in place in our organization,” he said. “We are probably not going to duplicate some of those functions here, But, we are going to keep as many people as possible. “We had an employee meeting Saturday afternoon to explain the process,” added Barker. “We’re basically starting from scratch. The old company failed and dissolved, and we didn’t buy this from the MainStreet folks; we bought this from the FDIC. So, no one is working for us yet. They are working for the FDIC. The have a special system, a contractor, who hires all those people on a temporary basis. We then have to start making employment decisions by the end of this week, By the end of today [Monday], we will have interviewed every single employee for a position with us. But, these are great people. They have been so helpful; so you will see very little change.” Barker said he is hopeful that Manpower, See BANK, page 10 Gun Lake Casino receives $165 million loan Jazz on tap for riverbank series Middleville’s 2010 Riverbank Music series continues with jazz Friday, July 23, with the Hall Street Six, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in Stagecoach Park on Main Street in Middleville. All Friday evening concerts are sponsored by the Middleville Downtown Development Authority and held in the gazebo at the park. In case of bad weather, concerts will move to the Middleville United Methodist Church at the corner of Main and Church streets. For more information about the Riverbank music series, call 269-7953385. County-wide yard sale returns One of the largest one-day yard sales in Barry County will return to Historic Charlton Park Saturday, July 24, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is free to the public. More than 30 sale vendors and food services are expected to be on site with household items, tools, clothes, baked goods, art, crafts, direct sales and more. For more information, go to the website at www.charltonpark.org or call Charlton Park at 269-945-3775. The Gun Lake Casino site on M-179 near Bradley was quiet Tuesday evening. Television crews had left and construction ended for the day. But construction will continue following receipt of $165 million in loans at 12 percent from Goldman Sachs. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Jeffrey Barker, president and CEO of Commercial Bank “The FDIC contacts banks that are healthy enough to do this sort of thing; we are on that list of banks that are always being contacted,” he said. “But, this one was in a community that we would understand — it’s just like Alma, it’s just like Greenville. It’s in a community we understand; a market we understand. And, it’s a new market for us. So it is an opportunity to diversify into a new market so we weren’t so concentrated in one area. That way, if the economic swings in one area were severe, it allows us to counterbalance that in other parts of the state. And, we saw Barry County as a healthy county with a stronger population than our home county of Gratiot County. And, the size of this organization fit well into our organization.” Barker said it is too early to tell what changes will be made, but some changes will be made. “We’ll have new loan products. We’ll have long-term 30-year fixed mortgages, where by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Gun Lake Tribe has finalized financing of a $165 million loan to complete construction of the Gun Lake Casino, according to a press release issued Tuesday. The funds will enable construction activity to reach full capacity. Jobs at the construction site have increased, with hundreds more to be created upon the casino’s opening, said D.K. Sprague, tribal chairman, who was in New York City July 20 to sign the paperwork. “Securing this loan is another significant achievement in our tribal government’s effort to become economically self-sufficient,” he said in the press release. “This development ensures badly needed jobs and services for our tribal citizens and our neighbors in the local community.” The five-year loan was arranged by Goldman Sachs and will have an interest rate of 12 percent. The tribe has the option to pay off the loan any time after the third year. “With this loan, we are confident we can quickly build a state-of-the-art facility that will be competitive with any casino in Western Michigan. We look forward to providing a great entertainment experience,” said Sprague. Station Casinos, the tribe’s casino management company, had advanced more than $53 million for the development of the casino by the end of 2009, according to documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The tribe has already made considerable progress on building the casino, said Sprague. The 83,000-square-foot facility is enclosed, and the on-site wastewater treatment plant is under construction. Roadwork to enhance freeway access to the site is nearly complete. This includes widening of M-179 and exit lanes off US-131. Phase I is expected to create 600 direct jobs with a total average annual compensation package of approximately $40,000; 1,000 indirect jobs; and $30 million per year in direct purchases of goods and services, he added. Construction activity is operating at full capacity and will remain at this level until the project is complete, said Sprague. Some 750 construction jobs will be created over the course of construction. Now on site are plumbers and pipe fitters, electricians, carpenters and sheet-metal workers. The tribe anticipates a grand opening by early 2011, and will publicly announce a definitive opening date in the near future. “We’re going to shoot for January,” said John Shagonaby, chief executive of the Gun Lake Tribal Gaming Authority. “It’s all an estimate at this point. Once we get a couple of months into construction, we’ll be able to have a better idea.” The casino will feature 1,400 slot machines rather than 1,200 as originally planned and will have fewer tables in the first phase. Three phases of construction are planned. The tribe has overcome many delays caused by well-funded opponents and then a sharp downturn in the economy, said Sprague. Despite numerous obstacles, the tribe has consistently achieved progress on opening the casino in every arena, whether legal, political or economic. “Today we can say, once and for all, the Gun Lake Casino is coming to West Michigan,” he said. For more information visit www.mbpi.org or www.gunlakecasino.com. �Page 2 — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Barry County Fair runs through Saturday Diane Williams, superintendent of the open class in floriculture, looks at some of the entries waiting to be judged Tuesday. (Photo by Patricia Johns) by Patricia Johns Staff Writer There was real excitement at the Barry County Fair Wednesday, July 21 just after 10 a.m. The Birthing Tent was filled with onlookers who cheered on a mother goat giving birth to two female kids. Everyone cheered as the first was born, and then there was more applause as the second slipped out. Then onlookers cheered as the young goats struggled to stand and reach their mother’s udder for their first meal. The Birthing Tent near the animal barns is a great place for return visits. Animals are expected to be born there throughout the week. Veterinarian Jackie Ponstein has worked in the tent for three years, beginning as a student. “I love the educational part of this exhibit,” she said. “Children should know where their food comes from and the process.” The tent is a little bigger this year after being the recipient of a Barry Community Foundation grant. Anyone who drives by the Barry County Expo Center on M-37 this week knows that something special is going on. The fair is keeping everyone busy, and even a little rain can’t dampen spirits. Visitors will have something to do or see throughout the week. Monday night’s grandstand show was the Off-Road Challenge mud run. The weather cooperated and made the course just a little muddier. Many people return each year to play bingo, which is from 6 to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and is sponsored by the Barry County Democratic Party. The group donates proceeds from the event to 4-H awards for the 2011 fair. The variety stage is the site of free entertainment all week. The Thunderfloor Cloggers returned to perform at the fair Monday and Wednesday and will give their final shows on Friday at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. The Thornapple Valley Dulcimer Society played Tuesday. Their final shows are tonight, Thursday, at 7 and 8:15 p.m. Veterans and Seniors Day were welcomed with half-price admission Tuesday. Seniors filled the community tent for the senior program sponsored by the Barry County Commission on Aging, with Maureen Burns of Greenville as the speaker. Seniors could pick up information on medical challenges, assisted living, the Barry County Commission on Aging and more. Six young chefs strutted their stuff in the The first animals born in the Birthing Tent at the 2010 Barry County Fair were these two female kids, arriving appropriately on Children’s Day, July 21. The kids were born just after 10 a.m. (Photo by Patricia Johns) second year of a 4-H cooking competition featuring egg salad and grilled chicken recipes. The judges tasted and selected Erica Cairns as the winner at the junior level. Ramsie Rairigh took home the second place ribbon. Alyssa Larsen took home the junior winner’s trophy. Nicole Thompson took home the second place ribbon. Josh Cairns earned the senior’s winners trophy with his grilled chicken. The WBCH Colgate Country Showdown filled the community tent both Monday and Tuesday nights. The grandstand show Tuesday was the Bulls and Barrels Super Kicker professional rodeo. Wednesday was Children’s Day and had special events in the Farm Bureau Tent and the 4-H Children’s and Master gardens and midway discounts. Autocross filled the grandstand Wednesday night. But the fair is not over. Today, Thursday, is Ladies Day with admission for women reduced to $2.50 until noon. Meteorologist Teri DeBoer will be the speaker for the Ladies Day program which begins at 10:30 a.m. She will be speaking at 11:30 a.m. There is also a pie contest during Ladies Day. The small animal auction begins at 5:30 p.m. in the show arena. The air around the community tent will be filled with music. Karaoke semi-finals will be in the community tent at 7 p.m. with no charge to stop by and listen. The gardens will be candlelit beginning at dusk, weather permitting. Competing in the second year of the on-site cooking competition are junior contestants who created their own egg salad recipe, Erica Cairns (front, from left) and Ramsie Rairigh, (back) senior Josh Cairns who grilled chicken and juniors Alyssa Larsen, Nicole Thompson and Shannon Thompson who made chicken salad from their own recipes. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Each morning, local artist Bob Brandt is giving free art lessons in the Farm Bureau tent. Brandt planned art experiences throughout the week The lessons are sponsored by MSUE 4-H. Exploring scenery on Tuesday are (clockwise from left) Maria France, Kaylee Brownell, Michaela Wachowski, Brandt and Charles Surratt. (Photo by Patricia Johns) This year’s fair T-shirt is modeled by the bear in the fair office. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Following the speaker the Nashville Five performed sing-along music (seated, from left) Pat Burd, Joe Andrews (standing) Orville Harrington, Ken Moore and Jim Reed. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Motocross begins in the grandstand at 7 p.m. Tickets are $9. On Friday, July 23, many people go to the fairgrounds for the annual large animal livestock sale in the show arena, which begins at 9 a.m. The sale order this year is swine, lambs, steers and gallon of milk. Karaoke finals begin at 7 p.m. in the community tent. The gardens will be candlelit beginning at dusk. Motocross returns to the grandstand at 7 p.m. Ticket are $9. On the final day of the fair, Saturday, July 24, fun fills the entire fairgrounds. The top 4-H members begin competing in the Show of Champions in the show arena at 8:30 a.m. This year, the Show of Champions will have 11 4-H members competing at the intermediate level and 11 in the senior level. Waterball fights between local fire departments begin at 10 a.m. At 10 a.m. as well, antique tractor pulls begin in the grandstand followed by lawn mower races. Both these events are free. A whimsical event is the livestock fashion show that begins in the show arena at 3 p.m. The Taste of Barry County will fill the community tent from 5 to 7 p.m. A $3 charge per person will allow visitors to sample foods from around the county. Net proceeds will go to the youth fair premium account. Foods to be served include McKeown Brothers’ sweet corn, meats from Geukes Market, milk from MOO-ville, chicken from Otto’s Chicken Farm, bread and pies from Circle Pines Center, maple syrup from Nashville, cheese from Haywood Family Cheese in Hastings and more. The final grandstand show will be the demolition derby beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are $9 each. No matter which day people choose to explore the Barry County Fair, food, animals, fun and a variety of entertainment will give them plenty to do and see. For more information, call the Expo Center at 269-945-2224. Fair photos continued on next page This photography display can be found in open class area of the main Expo building. It was one of the largest open class areas. (Photo by Patricia Johns) �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — Page 3 Following the speaker and entertainment, Senior Day attendees eat boxed lunches from the Back Door Deli provided by Airway Oxygen. Some eat in the community tent while others enjoy the picnic tables outdoors. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Tuesday, July 20, was also Veteran’s Day at the Barry County Fair with half-price admission for veterans. Picture are Clarence Hunter (left) who served on the USS Bremerton and in both the Navy and Army. Bill Roush (right) is a Vietnam veteran who served in the Marine Corps and four tours in the Army. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Commission on Aging Director Tammy Pennington (left) introduces author Maureen Burns as the speaker. Burns talked with humor and warmth to the full tent audience. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Members of local emergency services provided first aid during fair Knuckles Barton, (left) captain of the Freeport Fire Department and Hickory Corners Assistant Chief Jeff Sage. They said they saw volunteering as a way to help the community, which is why they became firefighters in the first place. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Visitors during Senior Day at the Barry County Fair pick up information and free material. Participants also could get a massage, have their blood pressure checked, enjoy snacks and beverages and visit with friends. (Photo by Patricia Johns) 4-H clubs have painted trash cans for the fair grounds. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Those visiting the fair for Senior Day Tuesday tour the 4-H Children’s and Master Gardener gardens. These gardens will be candlelit, weather permitting, on Thursday and Friday at dusk. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Hastings City Bank K The Farm Bureau tent has many children’s activities throughout fair week, including a bed of corn kernels that keeps kids of all ages entertained. (Photo by Patricia Johns) n ’ i p e e ! l a c o l it Modeling the T-shirt that helps fund the Birthing Tent is veterinarian Jackie Ponstein. This year’s tent is bigger due to a grant from the Barry Community Foundation which allowed more animals to be in the tent including sheep, cows, goats, rabbits, pigs and poultry. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Barry County’s only local bank has a friendly, knowledgeable staff ready to help you find the products and services that meet your needs. Ask us about our totally free checking account! Our quick switch kit will have you transferring your accounts in no time. Call or stop in today to discover the Hastings City Bank difference! We want to be your bank! 06721394 The Woodland Eagles cook up breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Expo building during the fair. (Photo by Patricia Johns) 1-888-422-2280 �Page 4 — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Vote in the primary election To the editor: Last Wednesday, July 7, my husband and I drove with our adult so) to Hastings to attend a “meet and greet.” This was an opportunity to meet and speak with Justin Amash, who is running for the Republican nomination for the 3rd Congressional district in the primary election Aug. 3. Brian Calley, who is currently serving his second term as state representative in the Michigan House of Representatives, introduced Justin Amash, a friend, a colleague and a fellow conservative. Although both are young men, they have been friends for many years. The event was held at the State Grounds Coffee Shop, from 6 to 8 p.m. and was well attended, with a plethora of thoughtprovoking questions and topics that concern most voters. Both of these young men are running for public office in the primary elections. Amash is running for Congress in the primary and hopefully will be a Republican candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in November, replacing Congressman Vern Ehlers, who is retiring this year. Calley is currently serving as state representative in the Michigan House of Representatives and in November he is running for the Michigan Senate. My husband and I were deeply touched by their great grasp of the issues we face and the dedication each possesses to help get our country back on track. Their personal credentials are impeccable, and their conservative values were immediately at the forefront in their conversation. We have been attending tea parties in the Battle Creek area for nearly a year, and this participation has only heightened our interest in getting to know our candidates, in preparation for the August primary election. Living as we do, in a remote corner of our county, it is often difficult to find information about our candidates. Please join us in seeking out those men and women who are willing and best suited to put their values on the line for the rest of us by serving our government. However you plan to vote, please vote in the upcoming primary elections. Col. Bob and Betsy McInnis, Bellevue State in crisis needs fighter To the editor: Steve Fabiano is just the guy to help get Michigan’s economy back on track. He has been on the job in crisis situations for more than 30 years as a firefighter and fire chief, and we have a crisis in state government. Steve Fabiano knows the challenges communities face. As a Portland City Council member, he has dealt firsthand with budget cuts and other hardships municipalities incur due to the lack of state revenue. Steve will work hard to make sure that cities and towns have the resources they need for things like education, public safety and job creation. Steve Fabiano also supports small busi- nesses and family farms. As a successful small business owner for nearly 30 years, he wants to make sure unnecessary taxes and regulatory burdens are eliminated so jobs can be created. Small businesses are the backbone of so many communities in Barry and Ionia counties, and Steve will fight for us. Our state faces huge challenges, and I am voting for Steve Fabiano for state representative because he can bring the needed qualities of integrity, leadership and common sense. Barry County celebrates 158 years of fair fun — and economic boost Barry County’s 158th fair got underway Saturday and is this week providing a showplace for some fun, food and entertainment for everyone. County fairs continue to represent the best of rural America, where hundreds of 4-Hers spend hours every year to prepare their animals and projects for competition. Although the fair has changed over the past 158 years, they still provide plenty to see and do. Rides, tractor pulls, demolition derby and livestock competitions are among the entertainment found mainly at a county fair. Looking back in our files over the past 60 years, which is all I had time to review, I found that the Barry County Fair maintains a rich history of events attracting large crowds each year. Special attractions, entertainers, guest speakers, vendors and projects have helped make the Barry County Fair a popular event that has lasted over the years. The popular elephant ears, with or without the fruit topping, have replaced Dutch fat balls. And if you attend the fair and don’t purchase a foot long hot dog, French fries, corn dog, caramel corn or some cotton candy, then you missed a favorite of many attending the fair. Many of the 4-H members who will compete this week are children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren of those who were in 4-H decades ago. Although people such as Minnie Pearl and state governors no longer headline here, the draft horse pull and nightly competitions still manage to fill the grandstand during fair week. From news clipping, we see that the week would be considered dull if some sort of storm didn’t pass through, leaving behind puddles for participants to maneuver and for children to play in. The local fair features the work of more than 700 area residents age 5 to 19 in 4-H projects, as well as dozens of adults who exhibit projects in the open class competitions. Michigan 4-H Youth Development, a Michigan State University Extension program, serves more than a quarter million young people each year. 4-H volunteers are club, group or resource leaders all over the state providing hands-on training to local youths preparing them for “meaningful and productive lives,” as the mission statement proclaims. According to our records Barry County has well over 3,000 participants and over 300 volunteers involved in 4-H activities. The popular small and large animal sales bring in more money year after year for local 4-Hers than most other fairs in the state, which says a lot about the generosity and support from local business and industry along with friends and parents. And, few other fairs in the state have a garden tended by 4-H members along with first item listed in his platform is “green jobs.” I’ve heard the term “green jobs” from our Democratic governor; with our current unemployment rate and slow job growth, the evidence shows the green-jobs philosophy is not the solution to our economic woes. Next it’s education. Yes it’s true a higher level of education equals a higher level of pay, but the only jobs are outside the state of Michigan. So until there are jobs in Michigan the only way to take advantage of higher education is outside the state. Bremer also supports an increase in the 911 millage ensures services To the editor: On Aug. 3, voters in Barry County have the opportunity to approve a millage renewal for their 911 center. The renewal is for up to .9814 mill over the next five years. The approval will still cost me $75 a year if the full .9814 is levied. A mill yields $1 in revenue for each $1,000 of taxable value. For me, the security to have these services is worth the cost. The 911 administrative board reviews the needs of the 911 system and decides on the amount to ask the commissioners to levy. For the budget year of 2011, our board is asking for .6 mills. I feel it is a conservative and fair amount in order to have the 911 and all public safety services available 24/7. As your member-at-large on the 911 administrative board, I approach each decision thoughtfully. I look at how it affects my neighbors, my friends, my family and my community before I make a decision that affects us all. Barry County Central Dispatch provides necessary services and does an excellent job for us, so please join me to insure we have all of these services available for the next five years. Please visit our website at ww.barry911.org for information on the 911 budget, meeting minutes, meeting dates and other information. Support our public services Aug. 3. Lynne Anderson-Longstreet, Hastings COUNTY WIDE YARD SALE & SWAP MEET Saturday, July 24 9am to 3pm CHARLTON PARK Hastings, MI FREE Public Admission Vendor Space (15x30) $10 advanced reservation • $15 Day of the sale Go to www.charltonpark.org–Special Events ARTS, CRAFTS AND For Registration Forms DIRECT SALES Or call Linda to reserve your space: WELCOME 269-945-3775 Village, Museum & Recreation Area 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings, MI 49058-8102 Ph: 269-945-3775 Fax: 269-945-0390 www.charltonpark.org 07548072 Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Kathleen Shell, Clarksville Candidate not as conservative as he says To the editor: When it comes time to vote, people should vote for the person who best represents their beliefs. I am a conservative and a Republican, therefore I am seeking a conservative Republican candidate. Mike Bremer is running with the campaign slogan “running for you.” If he is running for me, he would need to mirror most of my beliefs. I received and read his campaign literature and have read an article that included an interview with him. After this research I have concluded he is running with the wrong party affiliation. The Master Gardeners teaching area residents about the importance of growing your own foods, flowers and plants. Although the fair takes place only once each summer, planning and preparation is a year-round activity. It’s also a great time for kids from several local school districts to renew fair friendships while building relationships between area schools. County fairs are educational laboratories for area youths as they take part in all the activities offered. “Fairs are both entertaining and educational events in Michigan,” said B. Dale Ball, director of the Michigan Department of Agriculture in 1972. “As people attend the fair, they become aware of our state’s bountiful agriculture harvest. They see, too, evidence of the tremendous investment made by farmers to raise the food and fiber our people need each day.” Some might not consider a county fair an economic boost, but our fair represents thousands of dollars of economic benefit to local businesses, starting months before the fair. We have more than 700 4-H members exhibit projects at the fair. Some may spend $50 or $100 in supplies, getting their projects ready. Those with large animals can spend several hundred dollars. Costs for animal projects not only include tack, feed and sometimes housing supplies, but also show clothes and accessories, animal bedding and the photographs, decorative papers, plastic sleeves and other materials that may go into the required notebooks. Supplies for a craft project, such as a vase for flowers, frames for a drawing, fabric for a quilt or flour for baked goods begin to add up at local businesses as the fair approaches. Then, the 30,000 to 40,000 people who visit the fair each year factor into the local economic benefits, buying gas and food or just shopping while they are in town. When you stop to think, the impact of the fair on the local economy is surprisingly high. Plan to attend the Barry County Fair. There’s plenty to do at this family-friendly event. Take time to look over the exhibits, Birthing Tent, tractor exhibits competitions, grandstand entertainment, rides and all the food. But most of all — watching these young people at work will give you a renewed perspective on today’s youths and the activities in which they choose to involve themselves as they show off all their talents at our annual county fair. See you at the fair. gasoline tax. Gasoline has become a major expense, and he wants to make it less affordable. The tax increase would go to repair roads and to make it more expensive to do business in Michigan, which would then cost more jobs. He also supports extending sales tax to cover services, another job-killing philosophy. With the current Single Business Tax, businesses are taxed too much as it is. Bremer has a solution for the SBT, too — slowly phase it in over time. That’s like saying I’m going to stab you, but I’ll to it slowly so it won’t hurt as much. He also supports embryonic stem cell research. Science has been making great advances in stem cell research, in adult stem cell research. Bremer is free to have whatever beliefs he desires; he is not free to claim to represent my beliefs or to pass off his liberal views as conservative. Carl E. Reed Jr., Middleville M-37 repaving begins Monday in Thornapple Township The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will be repaving 3.5 miles of M-37 from south of Finkbeiner Road to 108th Street at the Kent County line beginning Monday, July 26. The $491,668 project includes permanent pavement markings and centerline rumble strips. Single-lane closures with traffic maintained under flag control. Work is expected to be completed by Aug. 20. Voters now able to track absentee ballots online Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land has announced that all voters casting absentee ballots may now track their ballots online. “I’m pleased to highlight the newest feature available on the Michigan Voter Information Center website,” said Land, Michigan’s chief elections officer. “You can easily track the progress of your absentee ballot and see when it arrives at your local clerk’s office, simply by entering your name or your driver’s license number and other information needed to identify you accurately.” The absentee ballot tracking feature notes when an application for an absentee ballot has been received by the local clerk’s office, when the ballot was sent, and when the clerk received the returned ballot. The Michigan Voter Information Center is at www.Michigan.gov/vote. The site allows voters to check whether they are registered to vote, print a sample ballot, find their polling place and locate their local clerks. They also may learn about Michigan’s voting equipment and how to apply for an absentee ballot. For more information about elections in Michigan, visit www.Michigan.gov/sos. Emergency assistance available for eviction, foreclosure, utility shut-off Community Action has federal stimulus funding available to help eligible households in Barry, Branch, Calhoun and St. Joseph counties with property taxes, rent or mortgage arrearages and utilities. The purpose of these funds is to help low-income residents avoid eviction, foreclosure or utility shut-off. “In 2009, we helped 221 households with ARRA stimulus funds,” said Sara Wallace, director of housing and support services. “We have the capacity to assist even more this year.” Qualified persons have incomes under 200 percent of poverty ($21,660 per year for an individual, or $44,100 for a family of four, for example). Persons seeking assistance should call their local Community Action Housing and Support Services office listed below for more information or an application appointment, or call the toll-free number at 877-4222726. In Barry County, call 269-948-4260; in the Battle Creek area, call 269-965-7766. For more information about Community Call any time for Hastings Banner ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Action, visit the organization’s website at www.caascm.org. The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... 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Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — Page 5 Bond would aid technology, buildings IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Recall would have long-term impact To the editor: The outcome of the recall election in Prairieville Township will affect how business is conducted in our township for many years to come. Will the future be one of competent, dedicated leadership, and of the caliber we currently have for conducting the peoples’ business? Or, will it look like the behavior and tactics exemplified by the recall committee throughout this entire recall process? On Aug. 3, you’ll share the responsibility for choosing the outcome to these questions. Will the future of our township be hopeful or will it be hopeless? If a hopeful future is what you want, there is no other choice than to vote “no” on this proposal. Voting no to recall will help to preserve freedom and democracy in our township, reinstate civility towards our duly elected officials and assure the continuation of responsible leadership. We must defeat this proposal if we are to achieve all of this. But your vote is needed to make it happen. If recall has its way, it will be difficult, if not impossible, to find qualified people in our township to serve as elected officials or serve in any appointed capacity for that matter. Why? Because no one will subject him or herself to a possible recall. Let’s not make changes for the wrong reasons. And wrong reasons are exactly what the recall committee has given us. Keep Jim Stoneburner and Jill Owens on the job, for the right reasons – dedicated, competent, future-oriented and hardworking. Vote “no” to recall on Aug. 3. This proposal is likely to be placed near the end of the ballot, so please don’t overlook it. Ken Eddy, Prairieville Township Fabiano is the clear choice To the editor: It should take a lot of time for choosing a candidate to represent you at the Capitol — time to study the candidates, learn their views and then discern who is best for the job. For the primary race for the 87th District, that is exactly what I have done. Steve Fabiano was the clear choice. What makes him a standout? Steve has refused any political and financial endorsements. He wants to represent only the voters who will elect him. Not special interest groups. How many politicians can say that? Steve has experience to get the job done. He knows what hard work is. He has never just sat behind a desk pushing paper around. He knows both sides of the business world and what is needed and not needed from the government to ensure success for small and large businesses. Steve is a leader. As a fire chief and employer, split-second decisions have to be made to ensure the safety, well-being and prosperity of all the men and women in his command, and all the residents they serve. Cool under pressure. That’s the kind of person I want representing myself and my family. Steve is not afraid of a fight. And I am sure he will fight for all of us. Helping to curb wasteful spending and get down to the things that are important to us. I hope you will join me in taking the time to know your candidates, I’m very confident you will find as I have that Steve Fabiano is the standout for this important job. A vote for Steve is a vote for each of us. believe we have been frugal in protecting our constituents’ tax dollars and we will continue to do so in the future. We also believe that we have a unique opportunity to improve instruction and facilities at no increased cost to the community and as such we are asking for the community’s support. Richard S. Satterlee, Superintendent Fight or hold the light To the editor: Am I the only one tired of the “us vs. them” partisan politics that has taken over and crippled our political system? Isn’t it time we examined and voted for the person? Steve Fabiano has proven his commitment to community with leadership and integrity in the fire service for the past 30 years. You think being a politician is a thankless job? Try being a volunteer firefighter. In the volunteer fire service, we have a saying that goes some- thing like “fight or hold the light.” Steve Fabiano is a fighter. He is not one to stand back and “hold the light.” On Aug. 3, please join me in supporting Steve Fabiano; let’s put a proven leader in Lansing. Still unsure? Ask a firefighter in your community who they support. Mark Ackerson, Portland Lansing needs more fair-minded people To the editor: I am supporting Michael T. Bremer in his bid for the 87th District of the State House of Representatives. My husband and I have known Mike since we were in school together. His experience in personnel issues as a personnel manager helped our contract negotiations with our employees go more smoothly than I have ever experienced in almost 20 years. He is an open, honest, and fair-minded individual who is willing to listen to both sides and to work on a solution to allow both sides to come to an agreement. We certainly need more people like him in Lansing. His experience on the housing commission, strategic planning advisory committee, parks and recreation commission as well as his involvement in community programs and activities make him a well-rounded individual who I feel can make a difference in Lansing. His desire to help turn this state around is genuine. Please join me in support of Michael T. Bremer for state rep. Darla Burghdoff, Barry County Register of Deeds Christopher A. Tomczyk, D.D.S. 220 West Colfax Street Hastings, Michigan 49058 Telephone (269) 945-5656 July 2010 Dear Friends, Note that one of the letters to the editor in the Hastings Banner was from a Prairieville Township trustee. Another letter was from the wife of the chairman of the Barry County Board of Commissioners. In the recent past other letters have been written to editors by another of our appointed trustees, his spouse, the current deputy clerk, and the daughter of the township supervisor who also sits on the Prairieville Parks Board. While all writers have the right to submit these letters, it sure leaves a perception that our politicians are out to protect each other’s positions. This has been evident since the start of the recall effort. I would request that voters research the facts surrounding this recall election and cast their “yes” vote for recall. Bill Robinson, Prairieville Township Callton can help state To the editor: I am writing this recommendation for Mike Callton as my choice for the Michigan House of Representatives. He is a very common-sense person. He knows how to run a business. Those are two very important things we need in Lansing to run the state of Michigan and get it back on track. He has served as a Barry County commissioner and has done an excellent job. MaryAnn Landon, Hastings boilers at the middle school and resurface district parking lots. Lastly, the seating at Johnson Field would be modified to allow for handicap accessibility and seating. For those of you who will be out of town next week, please remember to pick up your absentee ballots at your local township, or city hall. All of the projects are needed for both the instruction of students and facility care. We Darlene Schrauben, Portland Prairieville’s future hangs on Aug. 3 vote To the editor: On July 15, one of the Prairieville Township supervisor’s hand-picked, appointed trustees placed a letter to the editor in the Hastings Banner. This trustee refers to the people on the Prairieville Recall Committee as “community agitators.” It’s interesting how he refers to the taxpaying electorate in this manner. Does this individual consider himself as one of the political elite or ruling class? Whatever happened to the concept of democracy? Although this individual paints the recall committee as partisan, nothing could be further from the truth. In his letter, he goes on a tangent concerning state and national politics. I would like to see a duly elected person in the trustee chair he currently occupies, someone totally focused on the necessities needed in Prairieville. Remember he is up for election in November. Please check him out carefully before you cast your vote. Another person’s letter states that the targets of the recall, the supervisor and clerk, have only begun to make changes. Based on that statement alone, I’m already scared. Look at what has happened and is now happening within our township in just the two years the current incumbents have been in power. Changes have definitely occurred. We lost 170 combined years of on-the-job township experience, have spent money needlessly and have violated laws concerning township operation. How are those changes working for you and the rest of the township? A county commissioner’s wife comments about negative, untrue and disruptive tactics that have occurred within the township. Ask her to prove her statements with factual documentation. The recall committee has documentation to back up published allegations. It is really funny that only one person came to view this information compiled by the recall committee and its supporters. That person would not initially sign a recall petition but had a change of mind shortly after reviewing everything. As the trustee mentioned in his letter to the editor, the recall committee expended much energy and ink in its effort to correct a problem. Ask yourself, why would these people expend this much, time effort and money toward this cause. Perhaps they do have a good reason, possibly several. To the editor: On Aug. 3 the Hastings Area School System will be asking voters for approval of a .02 mill extension of our existing debt. I would like the voters to understand that this is not a tax increase. It would simply extend the current debt levy an average of .31 mills over the next 16 years. Hastings Area School System currently collects a total of 4.25 mills; this is down from 5.75 mills in 2006. The board of education and administration continue to monitor the market and when appropriate, we refund our bonds at a lower interest rate to ease the burden on the community. For a home with a market value of $100,000 (taxable value of $50,000) the .02 mills coming off the debt levy would save the homeowner approximately $1 annually. By maintaining the current debt levy, Hastings Area School System will have the opportunity to utilize stimulus money through the Qualified School Construction Bond (QSCB) program. This program is unique in that it has very low to no interest rates associated with it. With the $3.2 million collected from the QSCB, Hastings Area School System plans to do technology upgrades in all of our buildings. These would include Smartboards in our classrooms, updated computer labs, ELMOS for our elementary buildings and phone improvements. This technology is very much needed to help engage our students in a manner they are accustomed to using and will help them as they prepare for jobs that do not exist currently. In addition to the technology upgrades, we would like to replace the roofing on the 1997 additions. Those roofs are beginning to show their age and need to be replaced with a modified bit roof which, if maintained correctly, has a lifetime warranty. The remainder of the district’s roofs has the modified bit roofing system. We would also like to install a new boiler at Southeastern Elementary, tube the 77547704 As most of you are aware, I have been away from the office on personal leave for several months. The continued loyalty and support from so many of our patients means more to me than you can imagine. It is truly a source of my healing and I appreciate the many cards sent. Also, please keep in mind that what you may have heard circulating is to be taken with a grain of salt. I have never quite understood why some people embellish a story for their own benefit. The healthiest approach is to look ahead and get past this chapter of my life. I am back in the office and look forward to seeing you at your next visit. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me anytime. Regards, Christopher A. Tomczyk, DDS (Office) 269-945-5656 (Home) 269-948-4286 77547779 �Page 6 — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Marilyn Grace Warren (Schenk) Marilyn Grace Warren (Schenk), 7200 Delta River Drive, age 71, died Friday, July 16, 2010 at home with family. Funeral services will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, July 22 at EstesLeadley Funeral Home, 325 W. Washtenaw, Lansing. Church services to be held at 11 a.m., Friday, July 23, 2010 at Saint Michael Church, 345 Edwards, Grand Ledge, Father Jim Eisele officiating. Graveside services to be held after church service at Delta Hillside Cemetery, on Delta River Drive. Marilyn loved to fish while spending time at her cabin. She raised five boys on her own while working as a Pinkerton and retired after 27 years at Oldsmobile in Lansing. Surviving are Larry and Cindy Warren, Steve and Brooke Warren, Curt Warren, Doug and Julie Warren, and Rob and Meg Schenk; brothers and sisters, Ruth Ann (Sue), Janet, Kay, Dottie, Jim, Richard, Kelly; 13 Area Obituaries Linn M. Weber Adriana D. Jones Marilyn J. Chalfant BATTLE CREEK, MI - Adriana D. Jones, age 90, of Battle Creek, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away July 20, 2010 at her daughter’s home. She was born April 22, 1920 in Naples, Italy, the daughter of Roberto and Anna Maria (Pito) deSimone. Adriana met her husband, Major Paul Jones, during WWII in Naples and was married on October 27, 1945. They came to America in 1947 and settled in Punxsutawney, PA where they lived for several years. Paul received a transfer to Fort Custer in Battle Creek in 1953 where they chose to reside at Fine Lake because the lights around the lake reminded Adriana of her childhood in Naples. Adriana was a loving wife and homemaker all of her life working briefly outside of the home at Sears for two weeks at the candy counter. She also sold Stanley Home Products for many years. She loved to play cards with family and friends and attended weekly poker parties with two different groups of friends. She was a fabulous seamstress, making one of her daughter’s wedding dress. She also enjoyed gardening, crocheting, fashion, reupholstering and refinishing furniture and was known for her great cooking. She loved to watch old movies, especially with Doris Day, John Wayne and enjoyed I Love Lucy reruns. Mostly, Adriana loved to have her family come and visit, enjoy the lake and to prepare them a nice dinner. She was a past member of the Eastern Star and Barry County Women’s Extension Club. Adriana traveled frequently to Italy over the years to see her family. Of her many accomplishments, she taught herself English and in 1957 she earned and received her US citizenship. When talking with Adriana, regardless if you were family or a friend, she always made you feel that you were very special and everyone thought of her as their best friend. Most importantly, she cherished and was cherished by her family. Surviving are her daughters, Adriana Elanore (Lawrence V.) Williams of Lonoke, AR, Carol Ann (Steven B.) Eberhard of Jackson, Edna Mary (Earl Jacob) Chantrenne of Battle Creek, Paula Mae (Blaine B.) High of Delton; grandchildren, Jason (Julie) Williams, Rachel (Phil) Ham, Brandon (Anne Raber) Lyons, Jonathan (Julie) Chantrenne, Benjamin (Jennifer) Williams, Chad (Stephanie Engle) Lyons, Shannon (Ryan) Mingerink, Jennifer (Bradley) Schmidt, Allison (TJ) Waters, Stacie Simone Eberhard; five step grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren with two arriving this month and 11 step great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul W. Jones (January 6, 1996); her parents; an older brother, Guglielmo deSimone, died of an illness at the age of two years; a younger brother and sister, Salvatore Mario deSimone and Rita (Fabio) Fragiacomo, all from Italy. Visitation will be held at the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, July 20, with a Rosary at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Friday, July 23, 2010 at St. Jerome Catholic Church with Rev. Father Mathew Manalel officiating. Burial will be at the Fort Custer National Cemetery. Memorial tributes may be made to Oaklawn Hospice or the Area Agency on Aging. Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, a member by invitation, Selected Independent Funeral Homes. Visit Adriana’s website at www.bachmanhebble.com. WINTER HAVEN, FL - Marilyn J. Chalfan, formerly of Hastings, passed away Friday, July 16, 2010 in Winter Haven, FL. She was born December 12, 1924 to the late Glen and Erma Aspinall in Nashville, MI. She is survived by her husband, Donald Chalfant of Winter Haven, FL; son, Terry (Tonya) Morrison of Palestine, WV; threegrandchildren, Leann (Amos) Sollinger, Christina (Mike) Harig and James (Brooke) Morrison; eight great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Vale L. Morrison; son, Harry H. Morrison; grandson, Martin L. Morrison. Marilyn lived and worked in Barry County for most of her life, retiring from Hastings Manufacturing and farmed until the death of her first husband. Her hobbies and interests included fishing, sewing and all types of needlework. She will be missed deeply by all of those that loved her. Marilyn is at the Lauer Family Funeral Home-Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings, where her family received friends on Wednesday, July 21, 2010 until the time of funeral service. Interment Hastings Township Cemetery. Please share a memory with Marilyn’s family at www.lauerfh.com. grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Memorial contributions can be made to Barry Community Hospice. Worship Together… 77547730 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Office Phone (269) 9459574. Fax (269) 945-1961. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 LIVE! Under the Dome Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. We offer various Sunday school classes at 8:15, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and the Praise Team rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Ninth Sunday after Pentecost July 25 - Worship at 10:00. Potluck/cook-out after worship. No Sunday School June/August. 1:00 Vacation Bible School Staff Meeting. Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover grace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Coffee Time; 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 7 p.m. Praise Team. Friday - 9 a.m. Golfer’s Group. Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Softball Game. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 Carol J. Snyder HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. Lauer Family Funeral Homes DOWLING, MI - Linn M. Weber, of Dowling, passed away suddenly July 15, 2010, with his mother Thin Nguyen Thi Ackerman, due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Linn was born on May 2, 1969, in Cuba, the son of Richard and Thin Nguyen Thi Weber. Linn was a carpenter in the construction industry for many years. Linn loved his dog Zeus, mushroom hunting, fishing, building things, and the outdoors. Most of all he loved spending time with family and friends. Linn is survived by a son, Kelly Weber; a sister, Kim Weber; his step father, John Ackerman; nieces, Alecta Weber, and Clara Sines, and his significant other, Saskia Maxwell. Linn was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Sean. A memorial service for Linn and his mother, will be conducted, Friday, July 23, 2010, 11a.m., at the Williams-Gores Funeral Home, in Delton. Memorial contributions to his family will be appreciated. Please visit www.williamsgoresfuneral.com to view and sign Linn's online guest book. 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 DELTON, MI - Carol J. Snyder, of Delton, passed away July 20, 2010, in Kalamazoo. Carol was born June 3, 1951, in West Branch, the daughter of August Otto and Lorraine Alice (Jeske) Fox. For over 17 years, Carol worked at the Cloverdale General Store. She was a former employee at Kmart in Hastings. Carol loved her dogs Maggie and Max. She enjoyed working in her flower garden. Family outings and being with her family and friends were most important to her. On November 11, 1967, she married Ronald T. Snyder, who survives. Other members of her family include, a son, Jeff Snyder and his fiancee Jenny Elsey of Tennessee; daughters, Becky and her husband, Vince Baird, of Hastings, Ashley Snyder and her fiancee, Doug Bierens of Middleville; brothers, Ross (Lorretta) Fox, of South Carolina, and Danny Fox, of Massachusetts; a sister, Dee Ann Green of West Branch; grandchildren, Jeffrey, Mikie, Troy, Abbie, Blake, Brendon, and Madison, and several nieces and nephews. Carol was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Ronnie; and brothers Art and Gus Fox. Her family will receive friends Monday, July 26, 2010, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Williams-Gores Funeral Home, in Delton. A private burial service will take place at a later date. Memorial contributions to her family will be appreciated. Please visit www.williamsgoresfuneral.com to view and sign Carol's online guest book. Craig S. Bloss LAS VEGAS, NV - A memorial service for Craig S. Bloss of Las Vegas, NV, formerly of Hastings, will be held on August 14, 2010 at the Hastings Free Methodist Church, 2635 N M-43 Hwy, Hastings, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. A luncheon will be provided. FAMILY FUNERAL HOMES Thin Nguyen-Thi Ackerman BELLEVUE, MI - Thin Nguyen-Thi Ackerman, of Bellevue, passed away suddenly July 15, 2010, due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident, with her son Linn M. Weber. Thin was born in Viet Nam on May 5, 1939. Thin was a member of the YMCA in Battle Creek. She enjoyed gardening, especially her flowers, dancing, fishing and cooking. Her family and friends will remember her famous egg rolls. Thin is survived by her husband, John Ackerman; a daughter Kim Weber; grandchildren, Ciara Sines, Kelly Weber, and Alecta Weber, and many friends. Thin was preceded in death by sons, Sean and Linn. A memorial service for Thin and Linn will be conducted Friday, July 23, 2010 at 11 a.m., at the Williams-Gores Funeral Home, in Delton. Private burial will take place. Memorial contributions to the family will be appreciated. Please visit www.williamsgoresfuneral.com to view and sign the guest book. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — Page 7 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... CK&S Railroad, part 3 ride on the Kalamazoo, Hastings and Saginaw railroad. The train started at four o’clock, and the following gentlemen composed the party: Thomas Cobb, president of the company, Fred Bush, the capitalist and railroad manipulator, Charles D. Dayton, Johnathan Parsons, Fred Britton, Henry Lane, W. S. Dewing, Frank Henderson, Ed. Woodbury. A. J. Shakespeare, and Prof. French and son. To the astonishment of all, the engine and caboose started out at 25 miles an hour and kicked up a dust that would do credit to a road that had been in business longer. The first stop was made at the gravel pit four and one half miles out, where a large gang of men were at work digging away a bean patch and loading flat cars for ballast. In a few minutes, the train had crossed the Cincinnati, Jackson and Mackinaw railroad some eight miles out. It was thought best not to stop here until the return trip, and the engine sped away to the terminus about 11 miles out just on the edge of Barry County. Here a little time was spent by the experts in giving their opinion as to railroad building and the excellent judgement that had been used in this instance. Mr. DeYoe asserted that this 11 miles made 150 miles of railroad that was not in operation in Kalamazoo County. (To be continued) Hickey/Wilson 5 generations Recently five generations gathered. They included lower right, great great grandmother, Norma Hickey; back left, great grandmother, Jamie Wilson; back right, grandpa, David Wilson; below left, mom, Casie Evans and great grandchildren, Abbie and Clayton Evans. Margie Dull to turn 77 Margie Dull will celebrate her 77th birthday on July 26th. Those wishing may send birthday greetings to: 5303 S. Broadway Rd., Hastings, MI 49058. Early train wreck - John Weyerman of Middleville, furnished this picture postcard of a train wreck on the old CK&S, believed to have occured in 1908-10. Dunbar, Edward Woodbury, Frank Henderson, Oscar M. Allen, Thomas S. Cobb, Peyton Ranney, and Henry F. Badger. The total amount of money subscribed by these men during 1886-87 we find to be $131,500. The two leading subscribers were Bowne and Watson, investing $28,750 each. Third in amount was William S. Dewing with $13,375. We also find that at later dates William Dewing bought out stock of some of the other subscribers as did C. A. Dewing in 1900. With these behind the venture, work got underway immediately. Entries in the cash book for November show Frank Balch payroll $154; L. Sergeant, livery rope, $1.70; L. Sergeant payroll Bridge Construction $98.03; John Sanders deed of right of way, $251. These entries show up the extent which the work was gotten underway. At the same time, activity was going on up the line as is noted in this item from the Kalamazoo Gazette: “Hastings is again on the war path for a new railroad. This time they want $20,000 to invest in the old line from Kalamazoo to Hastings and thence northward. Committees were appointed to pass solicitations. Much of this spirit was stirred up by the Hastings Banner. How well this was carried out is shown in the cash box. In entries from Oct. 17, 1887 to Oct. 23, 1888 we find under funds received and listed as Barry County Bonus account of Hastings National Bank a total of $18,305.41. Back in Kalamazoo in November of 1886, the company was having right-of-way trouble as is shown in the following report. “The right of way for the railroad to Hastings has all been secured but about two miles. The regular part of the land is near the city and Dr. Dallas Boudeman is now actively engaged in getting out papers to secure the right to occupy that portion. The owners ask exhorbitant prices for the land and damage. Mr. Boudeman thinks that a fair compensation would be $2,500. The taking of land by process of law delays construction of the land considerably.” How much property owners and Mr. Boudeman disagreed is shown by records, show that from December 1886 to March 23, 1987, the company paid out a total of $14,466.15 for deeds to the right of way. The progress of the road in 1887 may be noted in the following items: July 24, 1887, “Aboard for Hastings.” Yesterday afternoon, upon the invitation of Frederick Bush, the Vanderbilt Gould of Kalamazoo, a number of distinguished gentlemen of Kalamazoo took a 77547791 by H. D. Burpee To coincide with the festival to celebrate the history of the Chicago, Kalamazoo and Saginaw (CK&S) Railroad, Banner staff thought readers would enjoy a look back into the archives. This account appeared in the April 18, 1963, Hastings Banner. ***** In 1883, we notice a renewed interest stirred up in this railroad. In June of that year, the Gazette reports, “The line of the projected Kalamazoo and Lowell Railroad was graded about eight years ago. George W. Balch and M.D. Woodford now offer to iron and operate the road if the people along the line will do their share by ballasting, tieing and bridging the road between Hastings and Kalamazoo. Major Anderson, the well-known bonus solicitor, left Detroit yesterday for the purpose of seeing how much public spirit can be stirred up in Barry County. For reasons our businessmen ought to know and appreciate, this road should be pushed through to a speedy completion at once. “Put a little energy into the work, gentlemen, and the thing is done.” Perhaps goaded on by this action, we find in the same month the original company was reorganized under the name of Chicago, Kalamazoo and Saginaw Railroad Company. Mr. Cobb was still president, and the board of directors included men from Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids and Hastings. At the same time, the company set the route to run from Kalamazoo to Hastings, running in a northeasterly direction cutting out Lowell. In 1886, activity on building this railroad was renewed with vigor. The Gazette for Oct. 10 of that year reports, “The papers necessary for the immediate construction of the Kalamazoo and Hastings Railroad have been made out by A. J. Bowne and Major A. B. Watson of Grand Rapids. The company will hold a meeting tomorrow.” A report on this meeting is given in the Oct.12 issue of the Gazette. “Mr. A. J. Bowne and Major A.B. Watson of Grand Rapids were in the city yesterday to attend a director’s meeting of the Chicago, Kalamazoo and Saginaw Railroad. Considerable progress has been made in the preliminaries, and if nothing occurs to hinder the completion of these, the work on the grade will commence in three or four weeks. As soon as a few further details are out of the way, the first assessment on the stockholders will be called in. “At the director’s meeting, the map of the right of way prepared by Surveyor Balch was accepted and signed by the proper officers ready to forward to the State Railroad Commissioner at Lansing. No report was received from Hastings as to what Barry County would do on the offer to build to that point, but private advices indicate that our sister city will not be behind. In case the amount asked of Barry County is raised by the end of November, the company will prepare plans to have the line in operation to Hastings next June.” It was also in this month that contract to build the road was given to the Kalamazoo and Hastings Construction Company. At this point the Railroad and Construction Company become one and the same organization. This is borne out by investigation of two old-time ledger books, one entitled, “Kalamazoo and Hastings Construction Company, limited-cash” and “Kalamazoo and Hastings Construction Company, lLimitedsubscription list.” The former book gives the income and outlay of cash for 1886-87. The latter shows the make-up of the stockholders in the venture. On the fly-leaf, we find the list of subscribers who were as follows: Andrew J. Bowne, Amasa B. Watson, Bush and Paterson, Wm. S. Dewing, Charles S. Burton, Leroy Cahill, Wm. L. Eaton, G. Edwin 77547746 The people at FARM BUREAU know when the time is ripe to prune back the old and plant the new. The time is NOW. That’s why they support BREMER for State Representative! We CAN make a difference! Vote: BREMER August 3. Visit Mike at www.BremerForRep.com Paid for by Committee to Elect Michael Bremer, State Representative, P.O. Box 87, Middleville, MI 49333 Welcome to the Do-It-Yourself DO-IT-YOURSELF CORNER Corner Grand Rental Station will be presenting a Do-It-Yourself article every other week. The article will feature a project that will be fitting for the time of year. We will briefly explain the importance of the project, how you can do-it-yourself, an estimate of your costs and the money you can save by doing it yourself compared to having someone do it for you. On the following Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Grand Rental Station will have a Do-It-Yourself Clinic The aim of the clinic is to demonstrate the proper and safe use of the equipment you would use for the project that was featured the week before. You will also be able to get hands on experience operating the equipment so that you will be familiar with it when you rent it. Also, for attending the clinics you will receive special discounts along with refreshments. To kick off the Do-It-Yourself Corn er, Grand Rental Station will be giving a clinic next Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. on the safe operation of Skid Steers, Mini-Excavators, and Tractor/Loader/Backhoes Also receive SPECIAL LOW DELIVERY AND PICK -UP RATES FOR THE RENTAL OF ANY OF THE SE PIECES OF EQUIPMENT FOR THE REST OF 2010. See you at the Grand Rental Station next Wednesday. 575 Tanner Lake Road, Hastings, MI • Call us at 948-9891 77547785 �Page 8 — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of By Elaine Garlock The urns in the business district are filled with beautiful foliage and flowering plants again. A crew of volunteers makes the rounds with the little village tractor, equipped with sprayer to keep the plants watered. Besides all this beauty, merchants have colorful window boxes. Endless Expressions has very showy window boxes and also smaller window boxes for the second floor apartment. Koops Funeral Chapel has several tall urns with lavendar blossoms. Dr. Aaron Freeman’s office has a new color combination each year. This year, it has lavendar and white. The Ionia travelogue series continues. Coming on July 22 is a film on Italy. July 29 will be Yosemite National Park. Aug. 5 has Ionia 150 Years. Aug. 12 Muir and Lyons, A Look Back. Aug. 19 Belding, the city of silk. Aug. 26 brings a film on Saranac’s centennial. These films are free, compliments of the Ionia Historical Society. Of course, they would be glad if you bought a bag of popcorn or a candy bar for the 9:30 a.m. showing. The couple, David and Ruth Keifner of Lowell, who died in a head-on crash near Bertha Brock Park on M-21 west of Ionia last week had close local ties. The lady was a sister of Kenneth (Arlene) Lee of North Fourth Avenue. They were listed as survivors, along with their sons, Michael (Missy), Matthew and Daniel. This year’s antique village will be housed in the floral building near the Grand River at the Ionia Free Fair. This is a departure from the large tent at the extreme northwest part of the fair cluster of buildings – no more dust or threat of rain. The local historical society has a display there alongside those of several other historical groups around the county. Karen Merchant of Ionia and husband Ben are in charge. The annual summer luncheon sponsored by the Tri-River Museum Group at Belding’s Belrockton was held Tuesday with a full house. Those attending had time before and after the luncheon to see the rooms full of exhibits. Beverly Hain of Hudsonville was the speaker. She brought dozens of hats of many vintages. Select patrons of the luncheon were her willing models as they paraded the dining room to show styles of years past. The hats were left on tables so there was time to inspect them more closely. There was everything from a plastic rain bonnet to a flat beret to feathered creations, flowers and beads, designer labels, and even a few price tags adorned others. Many door prizes were awarded and a 50/50 drawing had many $20 and $10 prizes. EDWARD JONES Navigating your way through the investment world You may not realize it, but July 24 is Amelia Earhart Day. July 24 was chosen because it’s the birthday of perhaps the most famous female aviator in history. Earhart’s story ended tragically when she became lost in the Pacific Ocean in 1937 on her voyage around the world, but she is still celebrated for her bravery and pioneer spirit. As an investor, you can learn a lot from Earhart’s career. Here are a few lessons to consider: • Plan ahead. After a lengthy analysis of Earhart’s final flight, decades after it occurred, a noted aviation expert came to one succinct conclusion: “poor planning, worse execution.” Yet on her successful flights, Earhart was known to have produced, and followed, detailed flight plans. As an investor, you, too, must plan your journey toward your financial goals. First, you need to identify your destination, such as a comfortable retirement. Next, you must create a “map” to reach your goal, in the form of a detailed financial strategy based on an investment portfolio tailored to your risk tolerance and time horizon. And along the way, you must chart your progress via regular reviews of your investments’ performance. • Use the right “tools.” Some sources have noted that, on the fateful flight, Earhart did not appear to fully understand how to use her plane’s direction-finding loop antenna, which at the time was a new technology. If you don’t fully understand the “tools” — that is, the investments — you need to help achieve your goals, you may run into difficulties. Always know exactly what you’re investing in and why you’ve chosen those specific investments. Without this information, you could end up with investments that are either too risky for your comfort or too conservative for your goals. • Follow your vision. On the day they disappeared, Earhart and her navigator, Fred Noonan, were scheduled to land on Howland Island. Unfortunately, it was a cloudy day; some researchers speculate that the clouds’ dark shadows on the ocean surface may have camouflaged Howland and confused the aviators. As an investor, you need a clear view of what you want to accomplish in the long term — and you need to avoid having your vision “clouded over” by short-term events such as price drops and recessions. • Put sufficient “power” in your portfolio. Many aviation scholars and researchers believe Earhart’s plane simply ran out of gas before she could land on Howland Island. Does you portfolio have sufficient “fuel” to help you go the distance? Specifically, do you have the right mix of growth- and income-oriented vehicles to power you toward college for your kids, a comfortable retirement and your other goals? If you’re not sure, you may want to work with a professional financial advisor to get the assistance you need. You probably will never try to circumnavigate the globe in a small plane. But if you can emulate the best features of Amelia Earhart — such as her courage, perseverance and faith in the future — while taking steps to help focus on what you can control, your investment journey may be rewarding. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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Dar Leaf, who heads the Barry County Sheriff’s Department, under which all aspects of Barry County Animal Control currently fall. While Leaf previously expressed disapproval of the proposed advisory board, he told the commissioners at this week’s meeting that he no longer was against the proposal. “I am open to it,” he said. Leaf explained his initial reluctance toward the proposed advisory board, saying that it was fueled by his exposure to speculation. “Part of the reason why I kind of closed my mind right off the bat with this advisory board is from some of the feedback I was getting,” he said. 77547781 by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer For more than three hours Tuesday, the Barry County Board of Commissioners met as a committee of the whole, with the majority of the meeting being devoted to the possible formation of an advisory board to assist Barry County Animal Control. In May, the board of commissioners voted against adopting a resolution that would have made the proposed advisory board a reality; however, the commissioners also voted to continue their discussion of the proposal, paving the way for Tuesday’s meeting, where many attendees spoke about the topic. The majority of attendees who spoke said they favored formation of the proposed advisory board, and among those supporters was Jamie McAloon Lampman, director of Ingham County Animal Control. Lampman explained that, while the department she oversees operates independently of any other department, a nine-person advisory board to assist Ingham County Animal Control has been in existence since before she became the director in 2004. “The advisory board has served really well for the community,” she said. According to Lampman, the advisory board that assists her was formed in response to controversy surrounding the department she now is responsible for overseeing. “It has not been a difficult process,” she said of working with an advisory board. Kristin Goodchild, a member of the Kalamazoo County Animal Services and Enforcement Advisory Board, echoed Lampman, explaining that the nine-person board she serves on, which assists the Kalamazoo County Animal Services and Enforcement Department, was responsible for mending many of the contentious issues previously associated with that department. “The nice thing about our board is we do get a lot of citizen participation,” she said. “The process is pretty clear how you get on the board, and it does provide a great resource for that department.” In addition to people currently involved with advisory boards like the kind proposed, the meeting also was attended by township officials. Mike Timmons, supervisor of Assyria Township, expressed concern over various aspects of the proposed advisory board, explaining that he worried about the additional bureaucracy it may create. “A standing oversight committee, in my opinion -- experienced opinion -- implies control over an organization and inserts another administrative layer into the administration of any organization,” he said. The Rutland Charter Township Board also was represented at the meeting, with Robin Hawthorne explaining that that board was in total agreement about there being a need for either the proposal or something like it to be enacted. “If you take the time to do this, it can only be a benefit, and I don’t see as how it can be a detriment,” said the clerk of the proposed advisory board. Providing additional representation of the Rutland Charter Township Board, Dorothy Flint addressed the commissioners, suggesting that an ad hoc board might be a desirable first step toward addressing concerns relating to Barry County Animal Control. “I have been of two minds about an advisory committee,” said the trustee. “On the one hand, ... it’s an implied criticism of the animal shelter. On the other hand, if there are improvements that can be made, we should make them.” Another government official who contributed his opinion for the meeting was Thomas Evans, prosecuting attorney of Barry County. While not present at the meeting, a letter from Evans dated July 19 and addressed to the commissioners shows that, based on his experiences as the prosecutor, he supports the work done by representatives of Barry County Animal Control. “These individuals, first of all, have the best interests of the animals as their primary concern,” he wrote. “Alas, the only complaints I have ever had about them, is when they protect the animals, at what some believe is the expense of their keepers.” Also represented at the meeting was the veterinary community. Nancy Bischot, a veterinarian who previously worked out of Barry County before relocating her practice, explained that any conversation had about the proposal that was not focused on euthanization, but instead politics and the like, was irresponsible. “I feel that the focus of everyone in the room really should be to end the killing of the animals, and that’s not a lot of what I’ve heard, and I think an advisory board is an excellent way to start focusing on decreasing the killing of the animals that goes on,” she said. Linda Robinson, owner of Green Street Veterinary Clinic in Hastings, also spoke, explaining that the activities related to Barry County Animal Control are aboveboard. She added that, when considering something like the proposed advisory board, the people who would be affected by such a board must recognize and support it in order for it to be effective. “I don’t think you can cram things down peoples’ throats,” she said. She clarified in conversations had after the According to Leaf, he was told early on by an unnamed commissioner that, if he did not support the proposed advisory board, his involvement with Barry County Animal Control would transform into a struggle for power. Leaf added that his primary concern with the proposed advisory board is that it would interfere with the jobs of Barry County Animal Control employees. “This is our big fear, is we’re going to go out and get this advisory committee to come up with these great ideas and all of a sudden my employees, who are up to 700 complaints this year, already, and that’s more than what my road patrol’s taken, and all of a sudden, now, you’re going to want them to ... take on your ideas that you’ve got, plus handle the See PROPOSAL, page 10 Sheriff Dar Leaf addresses attendees of Tuesday’s meeting. �Page 10 — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner PROPOSAL, continued from page 9 complaints, plus handle the adoptions, plus handle all this,” he said. “That’s our big fear.” After hearing the opinions of many attendees, the commissioners took time to discuss the proposal. Responding to several comments that were made about the proposed advisory board usurping Leaf’s authority, Robert Houtman, chairman of the board of commissioners, stressed that such an organization would not do away with Leaf’s authority, adding that it is the responsibility of the commissioners to ensure the proper functioning of various aspects of Barry County Animal Control. “In the state of Michigan, county boards of commissioners have a responsibility for this function,” he said. Craig Stolsonburg, vice chairman of the board of commissioners, spoke about Leaf’s workload and the affect it has on his oversight of Barry County Animal Control. “I don’t think there’s any middle ground any longer, here. I don’t think just an advisory committee to the sheriff is going to ... do what it’s intended to do.” – Craig Stolsonburg, county board vice chairman “The fact of the matter is, you don’t have time to take care of all the issues down there; neither does your staff,” he told Leaf. “I called you ... twice last week on your cell phone, and the ... voice mail was full. It’s not a matter of not caring, it’s a matter of not having the time, not having the resources to take care of all the issues down there.” Stolsonburg added that the commissioners likely were facing two undesirable options involving Barry County Animal Control and would probably have to decide between either allowing the department to operate as it does now or transforming it into a standalone department. “I don’t think there’s any middle ground any longer, here,” he said. “I don’t think just an advisory committee to the sheriff is going to ... do what it’s intended to do.” Following some discussion by the commissioners, Commissioner Michael Bremer, who expressed concern over the amount of money it would take to transform Barry County Animal Control into an isolated entity, made “My problem is not with the sheriff as a person, it is that I get the gist from all the other meetings that he was not on board with this and won’t be if we have an ad hoc. If we have an advisory committee under the sheriff, it’s window-dressing.” – Joe Lyons county commissioner a motion that would have had the commissioners later consider the formation of a temporary, ad hoc board to exist for a minimum of six months and serve to either solve the department’s alleged problems or lead to the creation of a more permanent arrangement involving an advisory board. However, the motion failed to pass 6-2, with Houtman, Stolsonburg and fellow commissioners Michael Callton, Joe Lyons, Don Nevins and Jeff VanNortwick forming the majority and Bremer and Commissioner Howard “Hoot” Gibson casting the dissenting votes. Bremer’s motion was followed by one made by Lyons, who requested that the commissioners later consider a number of actions, including those related to the transformation of Barry County Animal Control into an isolated entity, recruitment of a director to oversee the department and establishment of an advisory board to assist the department. “My problem is not with the sheriff as a person, it is that I get the gist from all the other meetings that he was not on board with this and won’t be if we have an ad hoc,” said Lyons. “If we have an advisory committee under the sheriff, it’s window-dressing.” The commissioners voted unanimously to later consider pursuing the actions detailed by Lyons, and that deliberation is to take place at the Barry County Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for July 27. TOWNSHIP OF YANKEE SPRINGS, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF AMENDMENT NO. 07-01-10 TO ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 3 On July 8, 2010, the Yankee Springs Township Board of Trustees enacted Ordinance No. 07-01-10, an amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 3. The following is a summary of the Ordinance. A true copy of the Ordinance is available for inspection at the offices of Yankee Springs Township, 284 Briggs Road, Middleville, Michigan 49333. SECTION I. AMENDMENT OF ARTICLE III Section I of the Ordinance amends Article III, entitled “Zoning Districts” by the addition of new text as Section 3.16, “Chief Noonday Corridor Overlay District.” This new text establishes a new overlay zoning district in the Township for the Chief Noonday Corridor between Patterson Ave. and Briggs Road with the intent of promoting the development of a consistent, attractive, and inviting corridor at this gateway to the community. It was developed consistent with the goals and vision of the Township Master Plan. The new text describes the purpose of the district, the use of the overlay district, the establishment of the boundaries, the exemption of residential uses, permitted uses in the district, development standards, treatment of nonconformities, modification of standards, and development review. SECTION II. AMENDMENT OF TOWNSHIP ZONING MAP Section II of the Ordinance amends the Yankee Springs Township Zoning Map to establish the Chief Noonday Corridor Overlay District on the map. The parcels identified below were rezoned to include the Chief Noonday Overlay District in addition to the current zoning of the parcel or portion of the parcel. NORTH OF M-179 • 08-16-019-010-00 (south 275’) • 08-16-019-010-02 • 08-16-019-010-03 • 08-16-019-200-00 • 08-16-019-014-00 (south 275’) • 08-16-019-018-00 (south 275’) • 08-16-019-008-00 • 08-16-019-013-10 (south 275’) • 08-16-019-013-00 (south 275’) • 08-16-020-014-02 • 08-16-020-014-00 (south 275’) • 08-16-130-001-00 • 08-16-130-002-00 • 08-16-130-003-10 • 08-16-130-003-00 • 08-16-130-004-00 • 08-16-130-005-00 • 08-16-130-005-50 • 08-16-020-005-10 • 08-16-020-005-00 • 08-16-020-005-20 • 08-16-020-036-20 • 08-16-020-037-00 • 08-16-020-023-00 • 08-16-020-026-00 • 08-16-020-015-00 SOUTH OF M-179 • 08-016-019-028-00 • 08-016-019-007-50 (north ±390’ to match zoning boundary) • 08-016-019-000-00 • 08-016-019-017-00 • 08-016-019-007-51 • 08-016-019-300-00 • 08-016-019-031-44 • 08-016-019-031-42 • 08-016-019-031-40 • 08-016-019-031-30 • 08-016-019-031-20 • 08-016-019-031-10 • 08-016-019-002-02 • 08-016-019-034-00 • 08-016-019-030-00 • 08-016-019-029-00 • 08-016-019-032-00 • 08-016-019-033-00 • 08-016-019-400-20 • 08-016-019-005-55 • 08-016-019-005-50 • 08-016-019-005-20 • 08-016-019-006-20 (north 372’) • 08-016-019-006-00 (north 372’) • 08-016-020-013-00 (north ±418’ to match zoning boundary) • 08-016-020-011-00 • 08-016-020-011-01 (north 288’) • 08-016-020-011-30 • 08-016-020-011-40 • 08-016-020-011-50 • 08-016-020-012-00 • 08-016-020-000-00 (north 362’) by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer A 2002 ordinance adopted to prevent problems from occurring within Rutland Charter Township seems to have caused nothing but problems for the municipality. When members of the Rutland Charter Township Board met July 14, they discussed recommendations made on behalf of the township’s planning commission regarding the ordinance and subsequently decided to have work begin on a replacement that they hope would be less troublesome. The ordinance — which details how access to lakefront properties by the owners of properties without direct access to lakes is addressed within the township — was challenged by several residents of the Algonquin Lake area. In a previous interview, Township Supervisor Jim Carr maintained that the ordinance only prohibits residents of condominiums and the like from gaining access to lakes through small parcels, adding that people who challenged the ordinance claimed that it also limits use of lakefront properties by guests. In response to legal action taken by challengers, a circuit court ruled in favor of Carr’s interpretation, before the Michigan Court of Appeals reversed that decision. A petition, made on behalf of the board requesting that the Michigan Supreme Court consider the ordinance, recently was denied. Describing the advice given by members of the planning commission, Carr said it was recommended that the ordinance be immediately repealed and work begin on replacing it. In response to the advice, board members passed a motion July 14 to retain the ordinance but immediately begin work on a CLERK’S CERTIFICATION I, Janice C. Lippert, Clerk of the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, hereby certify that the foregoing Amendatory Zoning Ordinance No. 07-01-10 was duly approved by the Yankee Springs Township Board at their regular meeting of July 8, 2010 and published within fifteen (15) days after adoption by printing the same in the Hastings Banner on July 22, 2010. 77547726 replacement that would affect only multiplefamily developments, such as condominium complexes. Expressing concern over the ordinance being repealed before a replacement was available, Carr said such action might leave the township vulnerable to unwanted development and other undesirable outcomes. Prior to voting, members discussed what failure to repeal the ordinance would mean for its enforcement, since the court of appeals ruled that it does not simply affect condominiums and similar properties. Using the example of people reporting that the ordinance had been violated from the dock of a lakefront property being used to moor guests’ boats, Carr said such complaints would be forwarded to the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. “By state law, the enforcement falls on us in the manner we see fit,” Carr said. According to Carr, it should be approximately 90 to 120 days before another ordinance is drafted to replace the one now in effect. In other business, the board adopted a resolution and, as a result, approved language to be used to explain a millage proposal planned for later this year. Members of the board explained that the proposal, which would provide residents of the township with fire protection services, is similar to one approved by residents in 2002, but cannot be presented to voters as simply a renewal because of legal technicalities. After the meeting, Township Clerk Robin Hawthorne explained that, if approved, the proposal initially would have a millage rate of 1.5 mills to be levied for the first time in 2011. Following the initial levy, the millage rate likely would decrease, in accordance with revisions made to the Constitution of the State of Michigan collectively known as the Headlee Amendment. According to Hawthorne, the millage that provides fire protection services to the residents currently is levied at a rate of 1.4182 mills. Hawthorne added, that from 2003 to 2008, a surplus of funds for fire protection services allowed residents to have a millage for those services below that prescribed by the Headlee Amendment. If the proposal is adopted by voters, she said the subsequent millage rate likely would once again be lowered to levels below those prescribed by the Headlee Amendment. Also approved by the board were recommendations made by Carr to re-appoint Andrew Haines to the Rutland Charter Township Planning Commission and both Nicole Haight and Patty Hard to the township’s zoning board of appeals. All of the appointments are for three-year terms. BANK, continued from page 1 the Barry Community Foundation and other tenants who leased space from MainStreet will decide to stay on after the transition. “I know the community room here is used frequently; that will remain unchanged,” he said. “Church services were held here [July 18] as they normally are on Sundays.” “Now we’re just trying to catch our breath, get acquainted with everybody and slowly get back to normal,” said Barker. “We’re thrilled to be in Hastings. We are going to be a good corporate citizen. We have a great track record. Our employees throughout the company are always contributors of time and money. “We’re not going to be much different than what you experienced in the past. We want to become a valued part of the community as quickly as possible. We’re thrilled to death to be here. This is a great opportunity for us, and we hope to make it a great place for the employees that are here — a great place for them to work, and we just want to be a contributing business to the community.” – Jeffrey Barker, president and CEO of Commercial Bank SECTION III. REPEALER CLAUSE Section III of the Ordinance states that any ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the Ordinances are repealed only to the extent necessary to give full force and effect to the Ordinance. The Yankee Springs Township Zoning Ordinance No. 3, except as specifically herein amended, shall continue in full force and effect. This Amendatory Ordinance No. 07-01-10 shall take effect seven (7) days after the day of its publication pursuant to Michigan Public Act 110 of 2006, as amended. Copies of this Amendatory Ordinance may be purchased or inspected at the Yankee Springs Township Hall, 284 Briggs Road, Middleville, Michigan 49333 during regular office hours. Phone (269) 795-9091. Public Hearing: April 15, 2010 Adoption: July 8, 2010 Published: July 22, 2010 Effective Date: July 29, 2010 Rutland board working to amend lakefront property ordinance “We’re not going to be much different than what you experienced in the past,” he added. “We want to become a valued part of the community as quickly as possible. We’re thrilled to death to be here. This is a great opportunity for us, and we hope to make it a great place for the employees that are here — a great place for them to work, and we just want to be a contributing business to the community.” In June of 2009, MainStreet Savings Bank entered into a formal agreement to improve the bank’s financial standing and increase its net worth with the federal Office of Thrift Supervision (OTS) after the agency noticed that the bank lost $325,000 during the first quarter of that year. At that time, MainStreet president and CEO David Hatfield said he was hopeful that things would turn around by the end of the year. They did not. Last month, Hatfield said that several years ago, the bank had a net worth of approximately $6 million, but over the course of 2008 and 2009, it had dropped to about $4.3 million. He also stated that MainStreet was continuing to work with OTS to increase its net worth. At that time, he said he had recently submitted to the OTS details of a plan to do just that but declined to give specifics of what the plan might entail, saying it would not be in the best interest of the bank and those associated with it to do so. Staff writers Elaine Gilbert and Bannon Backhus contributed to this report. Keeping it simple by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters At every level, we humans have a natural drive to understand the world around us. We try to understand people and the economy (with little success), and we try to understand the natural world around us (with more and more success over time). It’s easy to be puzzled about why we are so successful in understanding the physical world. At the level of recognizing a tiger and knowing to run away from one, it’s no surprise why we’re good at understanding Mother Nature. Evolution would weed out those who have trouble grasping the predator-prey relationship. But, at the same time, there’s no clear evolutionary reason we can see to explain why people who are good with very abstract reasoning (like Einstein and other physicists) would spring up and do so very well at their labors. To put it another way, why can we calculate the mass of an electron or do a 1,001 other tasks that are routine in research science and engineering? Even if basic problem-solving is a hallmark of modern Homo sapiens, we are remarkably good at it at a level that’s astounding — yet we don’t know why we are suited to abstractions. The conundrum gets deeper, the more we think about it. The methods of science are a hodgepodge we inherited from the intellectual past of Greece, the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Here’s one example. Einstein’s most famous equation is so simple it can be printed on a T-shirt. Indeed, everything studied in freshman college physics — all the powerful equations that matter — can be printed on the back and front of a T-shirt. We scientists are taught that simple is good, that a simple explanation of what looks complex is worth our serious consideration. To put it another way, if we have two competing hypotheses for something we’ve studied, and one is more simple than another, we are (all things being equal) supposed to prefer the simpler one. This is called “the principle of parsimony” or the “principle of simplicity.” As students like to say, “keep it simple, stupid.” But it’s also called by the rather difficult name of “Ockham’s razor,” and therein hangs a tale. Keeping explanations simple sounds like common sense. And, I suppose, it is. But the rule is actually one we inherited from medieval times. A great intellectual of that era, a guy named William of Ockham (we can just call him Will) was in quite an argument with his colleagues about several things. The great discussions of that day were all about God, so the great disagreements were, too. Our friend Will argued that theologians should prefer the most simple ideas or explanations they had about theology because simplicity has a note of elegance and power to it — just like God. (Will got that notion mostly from the Greek tradition, I think.) In the Renaissance, when people started to more seriously study what they assumed was God’s creation in the natural world around us, it made sense to import Will’s principle straight into early science. Hence the name — Ockham’s razor, which gives credit to him for the idea of cutting through complexity to the elegant and powerful simplicity likely to explain the very most. But what’s interesting is that modern science still uses Will’s idea to good effect. And, of course, it’s doubly interesting that other parts of our creative lives, like good literature, poetry and portions of our spirituality also seem driven by the quest for the profound and sublime that often come with simplicity. It’s just not clear why Will’s “razor” is still so useful in science and elsewhere, nor why our minds can deal with the abstractions of science so successfully to start with. Maybe it’s all chance, a byproduct of our problem-solving skills developed many millennia ago to make better and better stone tools in the most efficient way possible. But it’s all surely good fortune. For science, engineering, medical advances and the rest depend on our intellectual heritage going back to the ancient world as much as on our current creativity. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her online at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Agriculture, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University. Call any time for Hastings Banner ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy W. Walden and Barbara A. Walden, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 28, 2006 and recorded March 20, 2006 in Instrument Number 1161457, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by OneWest Bank, FSB by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Four Hundred Twelve Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Four and 84/100 Dollars ($412,194.84) including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 5, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: PARCEL I: A PARCEL OR LAND IN THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST DESCRIBED AS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTH 1/4 POST OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE SOUTH 02 DEGREES 52 MINUTES 35 SECONDS EAST, ALONG THE NORTH AND SOUTH 1/4 LINE OF SAID SECTION 16 A DISTANCE OF 2653.49 FEET TO THE CENTER OF SECTION 16; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 47 MINUTES 24 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE EAST AND WEST 1/4 LINE OF SECTION 16 A DISTANCE OF 696.58 FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 19 MINUTES 28 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID WEST LINE, 1210.09 FEET; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST, 37.31 FEET; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 50 SECONDS WEST, 998.57 FEET; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 EAST, 19.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 53 SECONDS EAST, 446.41 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID NORTH SECTION LINE, 604.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 8, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 225.4353 ASAP# 3635442 07/08/2010, 77547504 07/15/2010, 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicholas Barker and Priscilla Barker, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated July 6, 2007, and recorded on July 11, 2007 in instrument 1182839, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fifth Third Mortgage Company as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Eight And 90/100 Dollars ($98,328.90), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point which is 325.94 feet North and 2141.49 feet West of the East 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 2 North, Range 10 West; thence South 59 degrees 29 minutes West 119 feet; thence North 16 degrees 56 minutes West 102.39 feet; thence North 59 degrees 29 minutes East 104 feet; thence South 25 degrees 22 minutes East 100 feet to place of beginning. Also, beginning at a point which is 355.13 feet North and 2288.10 feet West of the East 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, running thence South 16 degrees 56 minutes East 31 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing South 16 degrees 56 minutes East 70.16 feet; thence South 59 degrees 29 minutes West 70 feet to shore of Lime Lake; thence Northwesterly along said shore 28 feet; thence Northeasterly 105 feet to the place of beginning. Easement together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 16.0 feet wide being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at a point 235.58 feet North and 2098.65 feet West of the East 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 2 North, Range 10 West; thence South 59 degrees 29 minutes west, 101.0 feet for the place of beginning; thence continuing South 59 degrees 29 minutes West 16.07 feet; thence North 35 degrees 41 minutes West 101.23 feet; thence North 16 degrees 56 minutes West, 150.11 feet; thence North 5 degrees 56 minutes West, 156.82 feet; thence North 18 degrees 56 minutes WEst, 198.35 feet; thence North 9 degrees 28 minutes West 83.83 feet; thence North 29 degrees 23 minutes East 92.40 feet to the Southerly line of Keller Road; thence South 66 degrees 37 minutes East thereon, 16.0 feet; thence South 29 degrees 23 minutes West, 86.60 feet; thence South 9 degrees 28 minutes East, 74.0 feet; thence South 18 degrees 56 minutes East, 196.0 feet; thence South 5 degrees 56 minutes East156.0 feet: thence South 16 dgrees 56 minutes east, 145.96 feet; thence South 35 degrees 41 minutes East, 100.0 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547683 File #327775F01 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181665, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of July 15, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Thirty Thousand Six Hundred Twenty Nine and 36/100 Dollars ($130,629.36), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mort-gage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, August 12, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #12,Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-012-00 UNIT(S) 12, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46. TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: July 15, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 06721095 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy A. Slaght and Bethany J. Slaght, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 27, 2006, and recorded on October 3, 2006 in instrument 1170922, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-One Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Three And 57/100 Dollars ($161,443.57), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 30 rods West of the North and South 1/4 line and 56 rods North of the South line of the Section: thence North 72 rods and 5 feet to land formerly owned by L.H. Cook; thence West 4 rods and 10 feet; thence North 19 rods and 15 feet; thence in a Southwesterly direction along the South line of the Michigan Central Railroad Company, 2 rods; thence South 6 rods and 15 feet; thence South 65 degrees West 43 rods and 5 2/3 feet; thence South 16 chains, 14 1/2 links to the North side of Francis Street; thence South 88 degrees East 46 rods and 14 feet to the place of beginning, being in Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan. Excepting a parcel commencing at a point 795 feet North and 30 rods West of the North and South 1/4 line and 56 rods North of the South line of the Section; thence on North 23 rods and 3 feet to land formerly owned by L.H. Cook; thence West 4 rods and 10 feet; thence North 19 rods and 15 feet; thence in a Southwesterly direction along the South line of the right of way of the Michigan Central Railroad Company 2 rods; thence South 6 rods and 15 feet; thence South 65 degrees West to a point 30 rods and 246 1/3 feet West of the North and South 1/4 line; thence South to a point due West of the place of beginning; thence East to the place of beginning, all in Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547564 File #327843F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Dennis H Visser and Jodi H Visser, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 9317 Kingsbury Rd, Delton, MI 490468641. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 19, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 19, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 06721690 File # 332676F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ami D. Winkler, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 25, 2008 and recorded September 26, 2008 in Instrument Number 20080926-0009541, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Two and 57/100 Dollars ($95,752.57) including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 12, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West one-half of Lots 1176 and 1177, except the North 20 feet of the West one-half of Lot 1177 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber A of Plats, Page 1 of Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.8370 ASAP# 3644429 07/15/2010, 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010 77547688 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Steven Hay and Lisa Hay, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 9910 Coats Grove Rd, Woodland, MI 488979774. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 19, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 19, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 06721692 File # 333708F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by PANDL DEVELOPMENT III, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company ("Mortgagor"), to CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, having an office at 2185 Three Mile Road, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), dated December 15, 2008, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on January 8, 2009, as Instrument No. 200901080000191 (the "Mortgage"). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Seven Hundred Nineteen Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty One and 79/100 Dollars ($719,731.79). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 5th day of August, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Rutland, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Description of Outlot #2: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East, 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East, 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 315.73 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West, 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West, 157.42 feet; thence Easterly 404.88 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 3484.07 feet and the chord of which bears North 87 degrees 05 minutes 05 seconds East, 404.65 feet; thence South 00 degrees 33 minutes 39 seconds West 21.35 feet; thence South 41 degrees 12 minutes 18 seconds West 265.85 feet to said Northerly right of way line; thence South 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds West 104.21 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning, Access Easement: Together with a private easement for ingress, egress and public utilities described as follows: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East, 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 315.74 along said right of way line to the point of beginning; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet, and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West 157.42 feet; thence South 26 degrees 06 minutes 41 seconds West, 55.34 feet; thence Southeasterly 108.47 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 134.00 feet and the chord of which bears South 38 degrees 08 minutes 01 seconds East 105.54 feet; thence South 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds East, 123.12 feet to said Northerly right of way line; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 60.09 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning, 10 foot temporary grading easement: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East, 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 419.96 feet along said right of way line; thence North 41 degrees 12 minutes 18 seconds East, 265.85 feet; thence North 00 degrees 33 minutes 39 seconds East 21.35 feet to the point of beginning; thence Westerly 404.88 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 3484.07 feet and the chord of which bears South 87 degrees 05 minutes 05 seconds West 404.65 feet; thence North 00 degrees 24 minutes 51 seconds East, 10.00 feet; thence Easterly 403.72 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 3474.07 feet and the chord of which bears North 87 degrees 05 minutes 05 seconds East 403.49 feet; thence South 06 degrees 14 minutes 39 seconds East 10.00 feet to the point of beginning. Storm sewer easement: Together with a private easement for storm sewer purposes 20 feet wide, 10 feet each side of a centerline described as follows: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East, 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 315.74 feet along said right of way line; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West, 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet, and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 56 seconds West 157.42 feet; thence Easterly 39.85 feet along the South line of the former Michigan Central Railroad right of way and the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 3484.07 feet and the chord of which bears North 89 degrees 59 minutes 14 seconds East 39.85 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 33 degrees 33 minutes 15 seconds East 125 feet to the point of ending of said centerline. Said easement being bounded on the South by the South line of the former Michigan Central Railroad right of way. Drainage easement: Together with a private easement for storm water drainage purposes described as follows: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 315.74 feet along said right of way line; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West 157.42 feet; thence Easterly 51.90 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 3484.07 feet and the chord of which bears North 89 degrees 59 minutes 14 seconds East 51.90 feet; thence North 33 degrees 33 minutes 15 seconds East, 94.47 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 27 degrees 00 minutes 50 seconds West, 11.48 feet; thence North 12 degrees 19 minutes 25 seconds East 78.16 feet; thence Northeasterly 170.27 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 176.32 feet and the chord of which bears North 43 degrees 37 minutes 44 seconds East 163.73 feet; thence North 71 degrees 20 minutes 14 seconds East 131.60 feet; thence South 54 degrees 28 minutes 13 seconds East, 38.99 feet; thence South 01 degrees 32 minutes 53 seconds East, 214.97 feet; thence South 86 degrees 30 minutes 12 seconds West 283.30 feet; thence North 27 degrees 00 minutes 50 seconds West 8.56 feet to the point of beginning. Gas, electric and telephone utility easement: Together with a private easement for public utilities purposes described as follows: Commencing at the west 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East, 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 315.74 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West 157.47 feet; thence South 26 degrees 06 minutes 41 seconds West 6.00 feet; thence Southeasterly 157.19 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 184.00 feet and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West, 152.45 feet; thence South 14 degrees 58 minutes 33 seconds East, 115.66 feet to said Northerly right of way line; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 6.00 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning. Also (a) all privileges, appurtenances, improvements, buildings, tenements, hereditaments, easements, rights of way, licenses, riparian and littoral rights, mineral/oil/gas/water rights, rights to adjoining land, and all other rights belonging to the abovedescribed premises and which may hereafter attach thereto; (b) all rights to make divisions of such premises that are exempt from the platting requirements of the Michigan Land Division Act, as it shall be amended; (c) all rents, issues, profits, revenues, proceeds, accounts and general intangibles arising from or relating to the premises or any business conducted thereon by the Mortgagor including, without limitation, all rights, conferred by Act No. 210 of Michigan Public Act of 1953, as amended (collectively the "Rents and Accounts"); (d) all equipment, other goods, and fixtures of every kind and nature whatsoever, now or hereafter located in or upon such premises or any part thereof and used or useable in connection with any present or future operation of such premises (hereinafter called "Equipment and Fixtures"), whether now owned or hereafter acquired by the Mortgagor, including, without limitation, all heating, air conditioning, ventilation, lighting, incinerating and power equipment, engines, signs, security systems, fences, hoists, cranes, compressors, pipes, pumps, tanks, motors, plumbing, cleaning, fire prevention, fire extinguishing, apparatus, elevators, escalators, shades, awnings, screens, storm doors and windows, appliances, attached cabinets, partitions, carpeting, ground maintenance equipment, and similar types of equipment, all of which shall be deemed to be real estate and mortgaged hereby. Commonly known as: 1450 W. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.P. #08-13-013-006-30 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77547552 4472245-1 �Page 12 — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James P. Shields, single, original mortgagor(s), to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated August 16, 2006, and recorded on August 21, 2006 in instrument 1168918, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand Four Hundred Thirty-Five And 39/100 Dollars ($195,435.39), including interest at 7.54% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 105 and 106 of the plat of Steven's Woods Acres No. 2 according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 60, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547371 File #326802F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to William Warner and Denise Warner, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 4775 W Hickory Rd, Hickory Corners, MI 49060-9702. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 16, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 16, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 06721380 File # 333296F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles A. Haylock and Catherine J. Haylock, husband and wife, to Washington Mutual Bank, Mortgagee, dated August 31, 2006 and recorded September 19, 2006 in Instrument Number 1170247, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-9 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Two and 45/100 Dollars ($120,932.45) including interest at 9.475% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 19, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 21, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, Assyria Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant 440.00 feet East of the Northwest corner of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4; thence East along said North line of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, a distance of 220.00 feet; thence South parallel with the West line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, 495.00 feet; thence West 220.00 feet; thence North 495.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 22, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 362.7870 ASAP# 3654792 07/22/2010, 06721578 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010, 08/12/2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Cheryl A. Spencer Signed As Cheryl Ann Spencer and Iona M. Wallace, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 10269 COTTAGE ROAD, DOWLING, MI 49050 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-5397400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Cheryl A. Spencer Signed As Cheryl Ann Spencer and Iona M. Wallace also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738 (Tel). Pub Date: July 22, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 06721445 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Daniel A. Speck and Deborah J. Speck 9200 Lacey Road Nashville, MI 49073 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: July 22, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 201.7140 ASAP# 3657188 07/22/2010 77547708 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Mary Swartz, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 205 Edgewood Dr, Middleville, MI 49333-9090. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 16, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 16, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 06721377 File # 333042F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Eric Braunschneider, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 5, 2007, and recorded on July 10, 2007 in instrument 1182795, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Nine Hundred Nine And 68/100 Dollars ($100,909.68), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 72, Steven's Wooded Acres No. 2, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 60, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547513 File #327774F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE LIKENS & BLOMQUIST, P.L.L.C., IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE PHONE NUMBER BELOW IF EITHER MORTGAGOR IS ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default has occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by Gail L. Schaidt, Married, and Lawrence J. Schaidt, III, Married, Mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Bank (Western Michigan), Mortgagee, dated April 22, 2005, and recorded on June 16, 2005, in Instrument Number 1148154, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, on said mortgage there is $112,042.43 due at the date of this notice. There is no suit proceeding at law or in equity to collect the sums due under the Mortgage described above. Notice is hereby given that, by virtue of the power of sale contained in the above-described Mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on Thursday, August 19, 2010 at 01:00 PM at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder at public venue, in order to satisfy the unpaid portion of said Mortgage, together with interest at a rate of 6.400%, all costs of sale permitted by law, and taxes, the property situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as: Lot 16 of Noffke's South Lake Shore Plat, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 50, Barry County Records. All rights of redemption shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale unless the property is abandoned as defined by MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Dated: Thursday, July 15, 2010 Likens & Blomquist, P.L.L.C. Attorneys for Servicer 3290 W. Big Beaver Rd. Ste 315 Troy, MI 48084 Telephone: 248-593-5106 06721044 L0301MI10 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dana A Madole, Sharon Madole husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Sovereign Bank, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2005, and recorded on October 31, 2005 in instrument 1155500, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Six Thousand Twenty-Six And 55/100 Dollars ($196,026.55), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 330 of the North 305 feet of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Township of Irving, Barry County Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547523 File #327421F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian C Austin and Tanya M Austin, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 21, 2006, and recorded on January 3, 2007 in instrument 1174583, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Eight Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-Four And 47/100 Dollars ($128,554.47), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of the Southeast quarter of the Northwest quarter of Section 25, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, thence South along the East line of said Southeast quarter of the Northwest quarter, 331 feet, thence West 277 feet, thence North 160 feet, thence West 207 feet, thence North 171 feet to the North line of said Southeast quarter of the Northwest quarter, thence East along said North line 484 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06721433 File #329184F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Dennis A Rodgers and Karen S Rodgers, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Polaris Home Funding Corp., Mortgagee, dated November 13, 2007 and recorded November 20, 2007 in Instrument #20071120-0004434 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, by assignment dated June 30, 2010 and recorded July 6, 2010 in Instrument # 201007060006387 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eighteen Thousand One Hundred Six Dollars and Fifty-Two Cents ($218,106.52) including interest 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on August 19, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 8, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, Woodland Township, Barry County, Michigan; distant North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, 220.00 feet from the South one quarter post of said Section 8; thence North 00 degrees 51 minutes 13 seconds East, 262.30 feet parallel with the North-South one quarter line of said Section 8; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, 328.92 feet; thence South 02 degrees 22 minutes 27 seconds West, 262.50 feet; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, 335.89 feet along said South line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Southerly 33 feet thereof and any other easements or restrictions of record. Commonly known as 6345 Jordan Rd, Woodland MI 48897 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 7/22/2010 BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 10-26049 77547768 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Isaac A. Bainbridge and Barbara J. Bainbridge, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Homepath Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated November 15, 2004, and recorded on December 22, 2004 in instrument 1139097, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment dated July 1, 2010 , on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty-Seven And 12/100 Dollars ($129,957.12), including interest at 4.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 31. Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the centerline of Section 31; thence North 75.00 feet; thence East 321.00 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence East 311.00 feet; thence North 199 feet more or less to the water edge of Mill Race; thence Westerly 312 feet more or less along said water edge to its intersection with a line which bears North from the place of beginning; thence South 172 feet more or less to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547693 File #331153F01 SYNOPSIS ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING June 1, 2010 Meeting called to order at 7:00. All board members present. Approved minutes from May 11, 2010 board meeting. Treasurer’s report received and put on file. Correspondence received. Fire report read and put on file. Commissioner’s report read. Parks and Recreation report received. Approved adoption of Resolutions with Consumer’s Energy. Approved paying of the bills. Public Comment received. Approved motion to adjourn. Respectfully submitted, Jennifer Goy, Clerk Attested to by 06721416 Thomas Rook, Supervisor Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Oraina Kopulos, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA (the "Savings Bank") from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, acting as receiver for the Savings Bank and pursuant to its authority under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1821(d), Mortgagee, dated April 12, 2007, and recorded on April 17, 2007 in instrument 1179384, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eleven Thousand Five Hundred NinetyNine And 25/100 Dollars ($111,599.25), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land beginning at a point on the West line of Durkee Street, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, which lies 57 feet West and 175 feet North of the Southwest corner of Block 3 of A.W. Phillip's Addition to the Village of Nashville; thence West 137 feet; thence South 72 feet; thence West 35 feet; thence North 131 feet; thence East 172 feet; thence South 59 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547557 File #311769F02 MORTGAGE SALE This is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by GWENN L. MISHLER, a single woman, Mortgagor, to INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE COMPANY SOUTH MI., having its principal office at 4200 East Beltline, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, Mortgagee, dated March 31, 1999 and recorded April 8, 1999 in Instrument #1027787. By reason of such default the undersigned elects to declare the entire unpaid amount of said mortgage due and payable forthwith. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on said mortgage the sum of EIGHTEEN THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED FIVE and 43/100 ($18,905.43) dollars, including interest at the rate of 4.125% per annum. No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided and to pay said amount with interest as provided in said mortgage, and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including attorney fees allowed by law, said mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east door of the Barry County Courthouse, the place of holding the Circuit Court within the County of Barry, City of Hastings, Michigan, on August 12, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., local time. Pursuant to Public Act No. 104, Public Acts of 1971 [MCLA 600.3240(12), MSA 27A.3240(12)] the redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the property is determined to be abandoned under MCLA 600.3241a; MSA 27A.3241(1), in which case the property may be redeemed during the 30 days immediately following the sale or expiration of statutory notice period or expiration of statutory notice period. The premises covered by said mortgage are situated in the Township of Castleton, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to wit: Lots 38 and 39 Block H of the Pleasant Shores, Castleton Township, Barry County Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 59, Barry County records. The default and foreclosure proceedings include a Marlette mobile home, serial #M40552, permanently affixed thereto, as evidenced by the Certificate of Mobile Home Title. INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE COMPANY SOUTH MI. Mortgagee SCHENK BONCHER & RYPMA Gary P. Schenk P19970 601 Three Mile Road, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49544-1601 (616) 647-8277 77547477 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT; ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW. ATTENTION POTENTIAL PURCHASERS AT FORECLOSURE SALE: In the case of resolution prior to or simultaneously with the aforementioned foreclosure sale, Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Conseco Finance Servicing Corp.) may rescind this sale at any time prior to the end of the redemption period. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited to the return of your bid amount tendered at the sale, plus interest. Default having occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by Deborah L. McKenzie, a single woman, ("Debtors"), to Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Conseco Finance Servicing Corp.) ("Green Tree"), dated June 7, 2000, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry in the State of Michigan on June 9, 2000, in Document Number 1045416, et. seq., on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due as of the date of this Notice the sum of $73,199.86, which amount may or may not be the entire indebtedness owed by Debtors to Green Tree together with interest at 8.0 percent per annum. NOW THEREFORE, Notice is hereby given that the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative and that pursuant to that power of sale and MCL 600.3201 et. seq., on August 12, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., on the East steps of the Circuit Court Building in Hastings, Michigan, that being the place for holding the Circuit Court and/or for conducting such foreclosure sales for the County of Barry, there will be offered at public sale, the premises, or some part thereof, described in said Mortgage as follows, to-wit: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF ORANGEVILLE, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN, IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST; THENCE NORTH, 105 FEET; THENCE WEST, 10 RODS; THENCE SOUTH, 105 FEET; THENCE EAST, 10 RODS TO POINT OF BEGINNING. which also includes any interest Green Tree may have in the 2000 Fairmont Mobile Home, Serial Number MY01114786AB. The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of sale unless the property is established to be abandoned pursuant to MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of sale or fifteen (15) days from the date the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(b) was posted and mailed. Dated: July 2, 2010 Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Conseco Finance Servicing Corp.) By: DONALD A. BRANDT(P30183) BRANDT, FISHER, ALWARD & ROY, P.C. Attorneys for Green Tree 1241 E. Eighth Street, P.O. Box 5817 Traverse City, Michigan 49696-5817 (231) 941-9660 77547528 File No.: 6140.0824 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jasper L Blaylock and Heather A Blaylock, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated July 10, 2009, and recorded on July 20, 2009 in instrument 200907200007491, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Four Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Five And 04/100 Dollars ($204,485.04), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the South Half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 7, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of said Section 7 a distance of South 01 degrees 53 minutes 39 seconds West 1310.12 feet from the West Quarter Corner of said Section 7; thence South 88 degrees 27 minutes 40 seconds East 896.54 feet along the North line of the South half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 7; Thence South 02 degrees 50 minutes 23 seconds West 771.65 feet; thence North 88 degrees 58 minutes 37 seconds West 283.84 feet, Thence North 01 degrees 53 minutes 39 seconds East 600.04 feet; thence North 88 degrees 27 minutes 40 seconds West 600 feet to said West Section line, thence North 01 degrees 53 minutes 39 seconds East 173.98 feet along said West section line to the place of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Westerly 33 feet thereof for Cunningham Road. Also, an easement across the West 66 feet of the South 152 feet of the following described parcel for purposes of ingress and egress, said Easement to run with the land: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the North half of the Southwest quarter of Section 7: Town 4 North, Range 7 West for the place of beginning; Thence North to a point 956 feet South of the Northwest corner of the North half of the Southwest quarter of said Section 7; thence East 250 feet; thence North 130 feet; thence East 260 feet; thence South 494 feet, more or less to the South line of the North half of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 7; thence West along said South line to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547627 File #327188F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jason Hancock, a married man and Betheny Hancock, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 9, 2009, and recorded on January 20, 2009 in instrument 200901200000524, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Nine And 42/100 Dollars ($249,879.42), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 20, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 25 minutes 50 seconds, 660.91 feet along the South line of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 48 seconds West, 778.59 feet along the East line of said West 1/2 to the place of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 28 minutes 03 seconds West, 440.0 feet along the South line of the North 543 feet of said West 1/2; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 48 seconds West, 220.0 feet; thence North 89 degrees 28 minutes 03 seconds East, 440.0 feet; thence South 00 degrees 08 minutes 48 seconds East, 220.0 feet along the East line of said West 1/2 to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes over the South 66 feet of the North 356 feet of the East 440 feet of said West 1/2, and also over the East 66 feet of said West 1/2, except the North 290 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547489 File #327725F01 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181668, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of July 15, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Eight and 81/100 Dollars ($129,838.81), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mort-gage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, August 12, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #14,Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-014-00 (Unit 14) UNIT(S) 14, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46. TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: July 15, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 06721090 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181671, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of July 15, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Nine and 36/100 Dollars ($129,839.36), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mort-gage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, August 12, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #16,Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-016-00 UNIT(S) 16, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46. TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: July 15, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 06721100 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sharon D. Lynd, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Habitat for Humanity, Barry County, Mortgagee, dated December 6, 2004, and recorded on December 7, 2004 in instrument 1138290, and modified by agreement dated February 1, 2005, and recorded on July 21, 2005 in instrument 1149804, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Three And 87/100 Dollars ($109,963.87), including interest at 11% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel B: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 00 degrees 55 minutes 01 second West, 460.00 feet from the East 1/4 corner of said Section 16; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West, 165.16 feet; thence South 00 degrees 56 minutes 13 seconds East, 20.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West, 165.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 56 minutes 13 seconds West 220.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds East, 330.23 feet to the East line of Section 16; thence South 00 degrees 55 minutes 01 second East, 200.00 feet along said East line to the place of beginning. Containing 1.59 acres of land, more or less. Together with and subject to a 66-foot wide easement for ingress, egress and public utilitites purposes as described separately. Easement description: A 66-foot wide easement for ingress, egress and public utilities purposes described as: Beginning at a point on the East-West 1/4 line of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds, 264.00 feet from the East 1/4 corner of said Section 16; thence North 00 degrees 56 minutes 13 seconds West, 660.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West, 66.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 56 minutes 13 seconds, West, 660.00 feet to the East-West 1/4 line of Section 16; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds East 66.00 feet along said 1/4 line to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547495 File #314557F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on May 18, 2005 by Cabro Partners, LLC, Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on May 23, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1146876. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Four Hundred Forty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Twenty and 37/100 Dollars ($445,420.37), including interest at 7.0% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, August 26, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Parcel 8: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of said Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road and the true point of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 353.00 feet to the Northerly right of way line of Enterprise Drive; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 207 feet along said Northerly line; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 400.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 163.51 feet; thence South 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds East, 63.92 feet to the point of beginning. EXCEPT: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road; thence along said Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 328.50 feet to the true point of beginning; thence continuing along the Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 24.50 feet to the North right-of-way line of Enterprise Drive; thence along said North right-of-way line of Enterprise Drive North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 23.16 feet; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 17.33 feet; thence North 38 degrees 03 minutes 12 seconds East, 9.10 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 17.58 feet to the point of beginning. Tax Parcel No: 55-265-028-00; More commonly known as 1135 Enterprise Drive, Hastings, Michigan. The redemption period shall be six months from the date of the sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank /s/ Rachel J. Foster Dated: July 20, 2010 By: Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 77547732 269-226-2982 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Christopher Banash and Martha S. Reyff-Banash, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 15, 2005, and recorded on August 31, 2005 in instrument 1152007, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Five And 76/100 Dollars ($128,345.76), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 5, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, described as: Beginning at a point 1217.5 feet West of the North 1/4 post of said Section 5; thence South 353 feet; thence West 236.5 feet; thence North 118 feet; thence West 200 feet for the place of beginning; thence East 200 feet; thence North to intersection of highway; thence along highway in Southwesterly direction to the place of beginning. PARCEL D: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 5, Town 3 North, Range 8 West; thence West along the North line of said Section 1502.00 feet; thence South, 47.67 feet to the centerline of Coats Grove Road; thence 188.66 feet along said centerline and the arc of a curve to the left the radius of which is 358.10 feet and the chord of which bears South 49 degrees 50 minutes 48 seconds West, 186.48 feet to the true place of beginning; thence continuing 68.36 feet along said centerline and the arc of a curve to the left the radius of which is 358.10 feet and the chord of which bears South 29 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds West 68.25 feet; thence North 81 degrees 10 minutes 46 seconds West 112.73 feet to an intermediate traverse line of the Shore of Leach Lake; thence North 16 degrees 14 minutes 44 seconds East along said intermediate traverse line, 67.00 feet; thence South 80 degrees 03 minutes 46 seconds East 127.96 feet to the place of beginning. Including lands lying between said traverse line and the waters of Leach Lake. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547633 File #274926F02 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jennifer Miller and Karl Miller, husband and wife, and Cassandra Kirk, a single woman, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS) as nominee for lender, Mortgagee, dated the 8th day of December, 2005 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 12th day of December, 2005 in Liber Doc. No. 1157503 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Ninety Five Thousand Thirty Three and 79/100 ($95033.79), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 29th day of July, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock PM Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 6.37500% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the City of Delton, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: LOTS 52 AND 53 OF WILLIAM C. SCHULTZ PARK, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 60. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 7/1/2010 BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP Mortgagee __________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77547334 BOA FNMA MillerJen FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Mary K Sloan and Todd T Sloan, Wife and Husband to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Arbor Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated January 31, 2007 and recorded February 12, 2007 in Instrument # 1176292 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2007-2, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Seven Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-Nine Dollars and Fifty-Nine Cents ($147,389.59) including interest 8.825% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on August 12, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest one quarter of the Southeast one quarter of Section 11, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North and South one quarter line of said Section 11, distant South 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds East 921.47 feet from the center post of said Section 11; thence South 89 degrees 28 minutes 30 seconds East 330 feet; thence South 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds East 333.27 feet, more or less; thence Westerly 330 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 11, to a point on the North and South one quarter line of said Section 11, which lies North 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds West 1390.83 feet from the South one quarter post thereof; thence North 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds West 330.00 feet to the point of beginning. Reserving therefrom, a perpetual easement 66 feet in width for ingress and egress and utilities to the above described parcel, the centerline of which is described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 11, distant Easterly 297 feet from the South one quarter post thereof; thence North 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds West 693 feet; thence East 363 feet parallel with said South section line; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds West 1064.1 feet more or less; thence North 89 degrees 28 minutes 30 seconds West 660.05 feet to the point of ending; also together with others, with a perpetual easement 66 feet in width for ingress and egress the centerline of which extends North 89 degrees 28 minutes 30 seconds West 933.68 feet from the aforesaid point of ending, to Whitneyville Road. Commonly known as 8475 Hidden Dr., Middleville MI 49333 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 7/15/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2007-2, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 06721189 Our File No: 10-25889 �Page 14 — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Benjamin J. Christie and Andrea R. Christie 247 Warren Street Freeport, MI 49325 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 5021331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800-968-0738. Dated: July 22, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 617.5725 ASAP# 3652968 07/22/2010 06721439 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Robin S. Wilbur and Jason Wilbur 10387 South Norris Road Delton, MI 49046 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: July 22, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 209.7295 ASAP# 3652702 07/22/2010 06721442 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Laura C. Miller, a single woman, to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated April 13, 2007 and recorded April 25, 2007 in Instrument Number 1179727, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Chase Home Finance LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Eight and 45/100 Dollars ($115,878.45) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 12, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 66 of Middleville Downs Number 3, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 26. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.8582 ASAP# 3645036 07/15/2010, 77547698 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Larry D. Dockter and Melissa P. Dockter, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 418 Reed St, Nashville, MI 490739334. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 19, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 19, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 06721696 File # 333240F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Wakley, unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2005, and recorded on November 3, 2005 in instrument 1155681, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Six Thousand Forty-Nine And 76/100 Dollars ($126,049.76), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, more particularly described as: Beginning at the center of a culvert on Greggs Crossing Road on the North line of said Section 34; thence due South 250 feet to the center of Thornapple River; thence Northwesterly along the center of Thornapple River 250 feet; thence due North 250 feet to center of Greggs Crossing Road; thence East 250 feet to place of beginning. Described for tax purposes as: Commencing 104 rods West of the Northeast corner of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West; thence South 250 feet to River; thence Westerly 250 feet; thence North 250 feet to center of highway; thence East 250 feet to point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547128 File #316838F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brad Eldred, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 19, 2004, and recorded on August 25, 2004 in instrument 1132948, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Five And 35/100 Dollars ($90,935.35), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 15, Loehr's Landing, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 61. Together with an easement for the benefit of Lots 1 thru 4, inclusive, 13 thru 15, inclusive, and Lots 33 thru 35, inclusive over part of Lot 37 of Loehr's Landing #1 described as: commencing at a point on Lakeview Road at the corner of Lots 37 and 38 of the plat of Loehr's Landing No.1; thence Southeasterly on the Westerly Lot line of Lot 37, 20 feet for the point of beginning; thence Northwesterly on said Lot line 20 feet; thence Northeasterly on the Lot line Common to Lots 37 and 38 of said plat to the Easterly line of Lot 37; thence South 41 degrees 17 minutes East on said Easterly line a distance of 60 feet; thence Southwesterly to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06721287 File #312833F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Johnson, a single man and Brenda Teesdale, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 4, 2005 and recorded November 8, 2005 in Instrument Number 1155894, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-Nine and 50/100 Dollars ($115,779.50) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 19, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West one fourth of the West one half of the Northeast one fourth of Section 36, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, lying North and Easterly of the highway The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 22, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5105 ASAP# 3657112 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010, 77547712 08/05/2010, 08/12/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Suzanne Wyant, a Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 29, 2003, and recorded on September 17, 2003 in instrument 1113471, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Eight And 13/100 Dollars ($149,468.13), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 5 Acres of the West 10 Acres of the South 35 Acres of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 4 North, Range 10 West The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547537 File #269101F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert C. Harvey and Christie L. Harvey, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to E Mortgage Direct, a Michigan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated July 22, 2003, and recorded on August 1, 2003 in instrument 1109959, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Home Mortgage as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Four And 71/100 Dollars ($224,394.71), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 49, Sunrise Shores No. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 98. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06721015 File #328861F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Randy Peake, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 3174 W Cloverdale Rd, Delton, MI 49046-8661. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 19, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 19, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 06721688 File # 319471F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Charles Harvath and Roberta Harvath, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 419 E South St, Hastings, MI 49058-2330. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 19, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 19, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 327155F01 06721694 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on May 18, 2005 by James E. Brown, not personally but as trustee on behalf of the James E. Brown Trust, Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on May 24, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1146984. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Three and 19/100 Dollars ($199,343.19), including interest at 7.0% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, August 26, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Parcel 2: Commencing at the center post of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan and running thence North 89° 30’ West 352 feet more or less along the East-West 1/4 line of said section to a point distant South 89° 30’ East 425 feet from the East line of Highway M-37; thence South 00° 11’ East 60 feet parallel with the East line of Highway M-37 to the true place of beginning; thence South 00° 11’ East 385 feet; thence North 89° 30’ West 275 feet; thence North 00° 11’ West 85 feet; thence South 89° 30’ East 25 feet; thence North 00° 11’ West 300 feet; thence South 89° 30’ East 250 feet to the place of beginning. Together with others and easement 60 feet in width for ingress and egress, the South line of which is coincident with the North line of above described parcel, and extending from the East line of Highway M-37 to the East line of above described parcel. P.P. #08-06-020-025-40 More commonly known as 450 Meadow Run, Hastings, Michigan The redemption period shall be six months from the date of the sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank Dated: July 20, 2010 By: Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 77547738 269-226-2982 NOTICE OF MODIFICATION OPPORTUNITY Borrower(s): Nicole Marti Robert Marti Jr Property Address: 704 N Hanover St, Hastings, MI 49058 Pursuant to MCLA 600.3205a please be advised of the following: You have a right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The name of the firm designated as the representative of the mortgage servicer is: Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. and designee can be contacted at the address and phone number below. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's website at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling 1-800-A-SHELTER, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year-round. If a meeting is requested with the designee shown above, foreclosure proceedings will NOT be commenced until 90 days after the date the notice mailed to you on 07/19/2010. If an agreement is reached to modify your mortgage loan the mortgage will NOT be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. The website for the Michigan State Bar Lawyer Referral Service is http://www.michbar.org/programs/lawyerreferral.cfm and the toll free number is 800-9680738. You may bring an action in circuit court if you are required by law to be served notice and foreclosure proceedings are commenced, without such notice having been served upon you. If you have previously agreed to modify your mortgage loan within the past twelve (12) months under the terms of the above statute, you are not eligible to participate in this program unless you have complied with the terms of the mortgage loan, as modified. Notice given by: Randall S. Miller Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 313-583-3336 (Loan Modification Dept.) loanmods@millerlaw.biz Case No. 09OMI00425-2 Dated: July 22, 2010 PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS OFFICE MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 3657114 07/22/2010 77547710 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary Jack Christie, a married person and Brigitte J. Christie, to Wells Fargo Bank, NA SBM Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc. fka Norwest Mortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated January 22, 1998 and recorded January 23, 1998 in Instrument Number 1006767, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-One Thousand Eight Hundred Forty-Two and 79/100 Dollars ($41,842.79) including interest at 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 12, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 27 of Hardendorff Addition to the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, except the South 12 feet thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 72. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 326.3593 ASAP# 3647160 07/15/2010, 07/22/2010, 06721034 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles R Purdum Jr., and Catherine J Purdum husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 25, 2008, and recorded on February 4, 2008 in instrument 200802040001027, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-One And 38/100 Dollars ($99,921.38), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 3, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, Rutland, Township, Barry County, Michigan, beginning at a point on the West line of said Section 3, which lies South 0 degrees 27 minutes East 1365.60 feet from the Northwest corner of said Section 3; thence North 89 degrees 15 minutes 30 seconds East, 233 feet; thence South 0 degrees 27 minutes East, 130 feet thence South 89 degrees 15 minutes 30 seconds West, 233 feet; thence North 0 degrees 27 minutes West 130 feet to the point of beginning. Now Known as: Lot 7, Treats Little Acres, as recorded in Liber 5, page 78 of Plats, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547643 File #320122F03 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — Page 15 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE TO CREDITORS WARREN E. BROWN & IRENE M. BROWN LIVING TRUST DATED 3/23/1998. Social Security Number of Decedent: XXX-XX-6108. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Your interest in the estate may be barred or affected by the following: The decedent, Warren E. Brown (date of birth January 9, 1923), whose last address was 703 W. Woodlawn, Hastings, MI 49058, died on July 10, 2010. The decedent was the settlor of the Warren E. Brown & Irene M. Brown Living Trust dated March 23, 1998. There is no personal representative of the settlor’s estate to whom Letters of Authority have been issued. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the trust estate will be forever barred unless presented to the current acting trustee (whose name and address appear below) of the Trust within four (4) months of the date of publication of this notice. The current acting trustee is: David W. Brown, 4645 Dogwood Drive, Lowell, MI 49331. Notice is further given that the trust estate will be thereafter assigned and distributed to the persons entitled to it. Dated: July 15, 2010 Attorney for Trustee: David G. Ledbetter, P43671 Law Office of David G. Ledbetter 1695 Service Road NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 77547717 (616) 459-3333 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard Nemitz Married and Anita Nemitz, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated March 30, 2004, and recorded on April 12, 2004 in instrument 1125182, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Five And 81/100 Dollars ($200,945.81), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 39 and the East 1/2 of Lot 40, McLaughlin Subdivision No. 2, as recorded in Liber 478, Page 456, of Plats, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06721583 File #302298F02 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 9, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181674, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of July 15, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Nine and 36/100 Dollars ($129,839.36), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mort-gage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, August 12, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #15,Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-015-00 UNIT(S) 15, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46. TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: July 15, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 06721085 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 STATE OF MICHIGAN IN THE 5TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF BARRY CASE NO. 10-252-CH HON. JAMES H. FISHER HENDRIAN-MILLER, INC., Plaintiff, vs. THE ESTATE OF NOBLE SAUNDERS, Defendant. \ RENNER & RENNER, P.L.C. William D. Renner, II (P29832) Scott A. Renner (P73003) Attorneys for Plaintiff 116 East Chicago Street Coldwater, MI 49036 Office: (517) 279-7716 \ ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION, AND NOTICE OF ACTION \ Court address: 220 W. State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 Court telephone no: 269-945-1286 TO: THE ESTATE OF NOBLE SAUNDERS IT IS ORDERED; You are being sued by Plaintiff in this Court upon a Complaint filed May 20, 2010. You must file your answer or take such other action permitted by law in this Court at the address above on or before four (4) weeks from date of publication. If you fail to do so, a Default Judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint filed in this cause. Dated: July 7, 2010 JAMES H. FISHER, Circuit Judge 77547677 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David B. Rozelle an unmarried man, to Mortgage Center LLC, Mortgagee, dated November 7, 2008 and recorded November 14, 2008 in Instrument Number 20081114-0011059, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Four Thousand Six Hundred Seventy-Three and 36/100 Dollars ($24,673.36) including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 12, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South one hundred and eighteen feet of a parcel of land described as commencing four rods West of the Southeast Corner of Lot Fifteen of O.A. Phillips Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof, thence North to Thornapple River, thence Westerly along said river four rods, thence Southerly to South line of said Lot 15, thence East four rods to the place of beginning, being a part of Lot 15 of O.A. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville and a part of the Northwest one quarter of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248502-1400 File No. 393.0403 ASAP# 3647165 07/15/2010, 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Garry Bowman and Tracy Bowman, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 26, 2003, as evidenced by Affidavit Of Lost Document recorded on April 6, 2010 in instrument 201004060003694, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fifth Third Mortgage Company as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Eight And 82/100 Dollars ($106,938.82), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 29, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 32 rods of the South 72 rods of the East 20 rods of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 32, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, Johnstown Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 1, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547364 File #275103F02 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by BRYCE LICHTIG SIGNED AS BRYCE L. LICHTIG, A SINGLE MAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated September 22, 2009, and recorded on September 25, 2009, in Document No. 200909250009548, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Seven Dollars and Fifteen Cents ($67,227.15), including interest at 6.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on August 12, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: COMMENCING 126 FEET EAST OF THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 67 OF O.A. PHILLIPS ADDITION, TO THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF; THENCE EAST 53 FEET; THENCE NORTH TO THORNEAPPLE RIVER; THENCE WEST 53 FEET; THENCE SOUTH TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 06721027 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 MORTGAGE SALE This is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by THOMAS H. CHASE, a single man, and SHIRLEY A. CHASE, a married woman, Mortgagors, to INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CO. SOUTH MI, having its principal office at 4200 East Beltline, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, Mortgagee, dated February 18, 2005 and recorded February 22, 2005 in Instrument #1141705. By reason of such default the undersigned elects to declare the entire unpaid amount of said mortgage due and payable forthwith. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on said mortgage the sum of FIFTY TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED EIGHTY FOUR and 85/100 ($52,584.85) dollars, including interest at the rate of 4.25% per annum. No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided and to pay said amount with interest as provided in said mortgage, and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including attorney fees allowed by law, said mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east door of the Barry County Courthouse, the place of holding the Circuit Court within the County of Barry, City of Hastings, Michigan, on August 12, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., local time. Pursuant to Public Act No. 104, Public Acts of 1971 [MCLA 600.3240(8), MSA 27A.3240(8)] the redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the property is determined to be abandoned under MCLA 600.3241a; MSA 27A.3241(1), in which case the property may be redeemed during the 30 days immediately following the sale or expiration of statutory notice period or expiration of statutory notice period. The premises covered by said mortgage are situated in the Township of Maple Grove, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to wit: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 23, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County Michigan; thence South 40 rods for a place of beginning; thence North 130 feet; thence East 600 feet; thence South 130 feet; thence West 600 feet to the place of beginning. Together with an easement in common that is appurtenant thereto for purposes of ingress and egress thereto over premises described as: commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 23, Town 2 North, Range 7 West; thence South 40 rods; thence North 130 feet for a place of beginning; thence East 600 feet; thence North 33 feet; thence West 600 feet; thence South 33 feet to the place of beginning. The default and foreclosure proceedings include a 1992 Fairmont mobile home, serial #MY9385449A8, permanently affixed thereto, as evidenced by the Certificate of Mobile Home Title and recorded in Instrument #1141704. INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CO. SOUTH MI Mortgagee SCHENK BONCHER & RYPMA Gary P. Schenk P19970 601 Three Mile Road, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49544-1601 77547483 (616) 647-8277 WANTED: BUS DRIVERS Delton Kellogg Schools is in need of Bus Drivers for the 2010 - 2011 school year. Experience not necessary – we will train. Must be able to obtain a CDL, and all other endorsements. Please call 269-623-9225 for questions. Applications accepted at the Superintendent’s office at 327 N. Grove St., Delton, MI – between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. 77547397 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Douglas R Baker and Melissa M Baker, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA (the "Savings Bank") from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, acting as receiver for the Savings Bank and pursuant to its authority under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1821(d), Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2007, and recorded on May 3, 2007 in instrument 1180067, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eight Thousand Twenty-Two And 94/100 Dollars ($208,022.94), including interest at 6.8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: The North one-half of the East one-half of the Northeast one-quarter of Section 13, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, except commencing at the Northwest corner of the East one-half of the Northeast one-quarter of Section 13; thence East along the North Section line approximately 780 feet to a point 10 feet West of the existing tree line; thence approximately South 1320 feet to the existing fence row, thence West along said fence row to the center of McKibben Road approximately 780 feet; thence North to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547719 File #329971F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Gary L. Vandenberg and Joy R. Vandenberg, husband and wife of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. dated the 19th day of January, A.D. 2006, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 7th day of February, A.D. 2006, in Instrument #1159863 of Barry Records, which said mortgage was assigned to US Bank National Association ND, thru mesne assignments, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $127,715.95 (one hundred twenty-seven thousand seven hundred fifteen and 95/100) plus accrued interest at 6.5% (six point five) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 5th day of August, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Hope, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Township of Hope, County of Barry, Michigan: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 4, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Beginning at the East 1/4 corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 16 minutes 52 seconds West 495.00 feet along the East line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 88 degrees 59 minutes 42 seconds West 443.98 feet parallel with the North line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 18 minutes 04 seconds East 495.00 feet along the East line of the West 880 feet of said Northeast 1/4, Southeast 1/4; thence South 88 degrees 59 minutes 42 seconds East 443.81 feet along the North line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning. Commonly known as: 4055 Anders Road Tax ID No. 07-004-002-50 The redemption period shall be one year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77547574 WWR# 10033003 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy P. Brownell, married man and Mindy Brownell, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 21, 2007, and recorded on December 27, 2007 in instrument 200712270005556, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Two And 36/100 Dollars ($116,272.36), including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, except the North 657 feet thereof and except the West 100 feet of the South 165 feet of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 26 and excepting that part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26 lying Easterly on a line described as follows: Beginning at a point of the South 1/8 line of said Section 26, distant East 755 feet from the Northwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 26; thence South 390 feet; thence Southwesterly 187 feet to the Northwest corner of land owned by Leo J. Reszutko and wife, thence South 45 degrees West 277 feet; thence East 40 feet; thence South parallel with the West line of Section 26 to the South line of Section 26 and the point of ending. Also includes 2003 Spring Creek Serial Number CHIN101939C The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547763 File #239757F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Matthew Malik and Antoinette Smart, Husband and Wife as Joint Tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 17, 2005, and recorded on December 27, 2005 in instrument 1158136, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Six Hundred Eleven And 98/100 Dollars ($113,611.98), including interest at 8.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 11 of Fairhaven Plat, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 45. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #321809F01 77547638 Call any time for Hastings Banner ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 �Page 16 — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Freeport Milling burglarized Sunday Freeport Milling was burglarized on Sunday, July 18, between midnight and 6 a.m. The thief or thieves broke in by kicking in a window and took, beer, cigarettes and other items with an estimated value of $35,000. On Sunday Freeport Milling staff were still doing an inventory of the store’s supplies to reach a final total. Owner Dan Fighter said Barry County Sheriff deputies responded quickly to the report of the burglary. He said he believes that the thief or thieves used a truck due to the amount of stolen items that were taken. Fingerprints were found on site and camera imagery from Sunday night is available. 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Broadway (M-37) www.TradeMarkRealty.com 77546543 1-888-477-6591 269-945-0514 Cell 269-838-8382 Thieves broke into Freeport Milling Sunday after smashing this window. Mother, son killed in automobile accident Barry Count Sheriff deputies responded to a one-car accident in Prairieville Township Thursday, July 15, at 2:20 p.m. that took the lives of two area people after the vehicle in which they were riding struck a tree. Linn M. Weber, 41, of Dowling and Thin Nguyen-Thi Ackerman, 71, of Bellevue were pronounced dead at the scene. It is unknown whether speed or alcohol were factors in the accident, which remains under investigation. When deputies located the vehicle at Cressey Road near Burchette Road, it was fully engulfed in flames. Deputies were assisted on scene by the Michigan State Police, Barry Township Police Department, Prairieville Township Police Department and the Pine Lake Fire Department. When Lakewood captain Ashton King said, “it was everything from senior year football, except the smell,” after his team of Vikings topped Ionia in the first Alumni Football USA contest ever in Michigan Friday, I thought for sure he meant the pads were cleaner than the ones that have cycled through the high school players the past few seasons. That wasn’t what he meant. “It was missing one thing, the smell of the fall,” continued King. After a few weeks of upper temperatures in the upper 80s and low 90s, the “smell of fall” doesn’t sound so bad. I haven’t gotten an official tally yet, but ticket sales from the event must have brought in around $1,500 for the Lakewood High School athletic program. Despite the smell of July rather than the smell of fall, the tremendous turn out made the whole event seem like just another Friday night football game. Both team captains, King and Ionia’s Andy Nobis noted that at the start of the game it was hard to get everyone to calm down. “I would say, it’s the first every alumni football game in Michigan. It was a great turnout, everybody is having a great time. This is a very heated rivalry,” said Alumni Football USA’s Michigan Director Dan Mossberg. King and Nobis said that it was hard at first not to think about the game as being for a spot at the playoffs at the end of a long high school football season. Things were a little chippy at first, but the officials didn’t have to throw their first personal foul flag until late in the first half against the Vikings. Nothing ever got out of hand, but after another personal foul late in the game (this one against Ionia) a shout from the Vikings’ bench said “we’re playing Hastings next year.” Well, if the Vikings and Bulldogs choose to participate in one of these again I’m sure they’ll still face off against each other. Nick Boucher, a current Lakewood High School teacher and coach who scored the game’s first touchdown on an interception return, instantly said when asked if he’d play again, “sign me up.” The Saxons probably don’t have a natural rival, other than Lakewood, from years back. Alumni from the 1970s and 1980s were few and far between. Most of the players had graduated from high school in the past seven years. So if the Saxons did want a game, there would be plenty of Thornapple Kellogg Trojans to go against who’d they’d seen in their conference meetings in recent years. I wouldn’t just recommend this to the Saxons and the Trojans though. Seems like a great idea for any school. Sports like baseball and soccer have been putting on these productions for years. Those alumni contests though usually pit the current players against alumni or groups of alumni against each other. It adds a whole new element pitting communities against each other for an event like this. Certainly it takes a little more work to put together a football game. It seemed that the Vikings had clearly done a little more work before Friday night than the Bulldogs had. POLICE BEAT Emergency room supplies are not freebies Hastings Police responded to a reported larceny that occurred at Pennock Hospital around 2:30 a.m. Saturday, July 17. Hospital staff told officers that an individual who had been in one of the emergency department rooms had taken several medical supplies including bandages, antiseptics, washcloths and alcohol wipes, and placed them in her purse. The woman, identified as Kelly Skinner, 35, from Middleville, told staff she took the items because she could not afford to buy them. Officers spoke with Skinner who admitted to taking the items but said she planned on putting them back. Skinner was placed under arrest on charges of larceny in a building and lodged at the Barry County Jail. Minor arrested after driving erratically Hastings officers stopped a driver for erratically operating a vehicle at 1:35 a.m. Monday, July 19, in the 400 block of Barfield Drive. Officers said the driver, Maryann Upgraft, 20, from Hastings, had no explanation for her driving. While speaking with Upgraft, investigating officers said it was evident that she had been consuming intoxicants, and further investigation revealed a blood alcohol content of .17 percent Upgraft was place under arrest for operating a vehicle while intoxicated and was lodged at the Barry County Jail. She is facing additional charges for OWI, second offense, being a minor in possession of alcohol and for being in possession of marijuana which was found on her during the arrest. Hastings woman injured in Wayland couple fails to scan, is arrested one-car crash A 27-year-old Hastings woman was injured and had to be airlifted to SpectrumButterworth Hospital Sunday morning after her car left the road, hit a guardrail and took out three posts and a chain link fence before coming to rest on the rock-lined spillway of the Montgomery Dam on Algonquin Lake. According to a Barry County Sheriff’s Department report, the driver was eastbound on West State Road at approximately 10:28 a.m. when she lost control of the vehicle and left the road. An off-duty firefighter who was on Algonquin Lake at the time of the accident heard the crash and responded to the scene. The woman reportedly told him she had swerved trying to avoid an animal in the road. After EMS crews responded to the scene, the driver was transported to the HastingsBarry County Airport where she was taken by Aero-Med helicopter to the hospital. Her condition is not known at this time. According to the sheriff’s department, alcohol was not a factor in the accident, and the driver was wearing a seat belt. Two people from Wayland were arrested last week in Hastings for retail fraud. Hastings Police responded to a complaint from Family Fare shortly after 9 p.m. Thursday, July 15, when a store associate reported seeing two people acting suspiciously as they were scanning groceries items in the self-serve check-out. The employee checked the duplicate receipt from the self-serve cash register and realized that the two had scanned only a portion of the food items in their cart. The floor manager caught up to the couple in the parking lot, and after comparing receipts found that they had stolen $167 worth of groceries. Hastings officers made contact with the two, Steven Perry, 27, and Sarah Ford, 23, who had no explanation other than they “thought” they had scanned all the items. Both Perry and Ford were placed under arrest on charges of retail fraud third degree and lodged at the Barry County Jail. Woman charged with filing false report Hastings Police arrested an Indiana woman on charges of making a false police report Tuesday, July 20. Victoria Brown, 20, from Bloomington filed a criminal complaint alleging that an acquaintance from Hastings had sexually assaulted her at a residence on Barfield Drive in July and August of 2009. Brown, who is formally from Hastings, told officers she was assaulted by the man while he was living with her while her husband was deployed overseas. During a subsequent investigation of the incident, Brown came forward and admitted that she had fabricated the incident for personal reasons but would not elaborate. The acquaintance, who now resides in Holland, was never charged and cooperated with Hastings Police throughout the investigation. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — Page 17 Vikes’ alumni game had everything but ‘the smell’ by Brett Bremer Sports Editor There were helmets, pads, water boys, officials, an announcer, concessions, and lights. “It was everything from senior year football, except the smell,” said Lakewood captain Ashton King (Class of 2007). “It was missing one thing, the smell of the fall.” That is bound to happen at a football game in July. King and the Lakewood Vikings won the first ever Alumni Football USA contest in Michigan, on Unity Field Friday night, scoring a 23-0 victory over the visiting Ionia Bulldogs. Roughly 600 spectators attended the event, and a quarter of the ticket sales will go to the Lakewood High School athletic department. “I didn’t think it’d be this much fun,” said Lakewood’s Nick Boucher (1997). “It’s been 16 years since I put pads on. I’ve been around football a lot. It was way more exciting than I’d expected.” Boucher scored the game’s first touchdown, returning an interception midway through the opening quarter. Apollo Burns (2007) tacked on the extra-point kick. “I didn’t think end zone until after the fiveyard-line,” Boucher said of his opening score. “I figured I’d keep running until they were going to catch me, and then I’d cut back the other way. "The guys made some great blocks for me, and I got to the five and figured I was going in no matter what.” Lakewood tacked on seven more points with 3:46 left in the opening half, on a tenyard touchdown run by Mike Hanna (1997), and another extra-point from Burns. Burns then made it 17-0 at the break, booting a 36yard field goal in the final minute of the first half. Offensive Player of the Game - Garron Slater (2004); Defensive Player of the Game - CJ Markwart (2008); and Oldest - Tim Antonides (1987). The final honors of the night went to the two captains who were instrumental in getting the event organized, Ashton King and Ionia’s Andy Nobis (2006). Shouts from the Lakewood side ranged from “oh, hit me again,” and “that’s Lakewood football. Daddy’s still got it,” to “is there a running clock in alumni football?” Both sides plan on trying to make this an annual event. “I was a little out of shape,” said Nobis. “I can’t wait for next year.” Lakewood captain Ashton King pulls in a pass during the second quarter of Friday night’s Alumni Football Game against Ionia. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Vikings got their final points on a fouryard touchdown run by Jason Copelin (2005) “It was everything from senior year football, except the smell. It was missing one thing, the smell of the fall.” – Ashton King, Lakewood captain (Class of 2007) The Vikings’ Mike Hanna tries to run through the tackle of Ionia’s Boomer Hoppough in the opening quarter of Friday's Alumni Football Game on Unity Field. (Photo by Brett Bremer) (2001) on a 45-yard pass play on the Vikings’ first play from scrimmage. Schrock was named the offensive player of the game for the Vikings, but it was his father Lamar (1976) who drew some of the game’s loudest cheers. Lamar earned the medal for being the Vikings’ oldest player, and was the oldest on either side. He drew applause for his tackle on the Bulldogs’ kick return following the Vikings’ second touchdown of the game. The two Schrocks were presented their medals after the contest, as were the Vikings’ Gabe Steward (1997) who was chosen his team’s top defensive player and Andy Copelin (2003) who was named Lakewood’s best lineman. The Ionia award winners were Best Lineman - Nicholas Bowerman (2007); Lakewood quarterback Jake Schrock tosses a pass down field on the Vikings’ first offensive play of the game Friday night against Ionia. (Photo by Brett Bremer) midway through the third quarter. Quarterback Jake Schrock led the Viking offense. He connected with Harrison King Page Memorial golf outing MHSAA provides hydration info set to tee off at Gun Ridge when deaths at the professional, collegiate and interscholastic levels of sport occur, and especially since they are all preventable with the proper precautions. In football, data from the National Federation of State High School Associations shows that 31 high school players have died from heat stroke since 1995 – two occurring last year. Each year, the MHSAA provides information to its member schools to help them prepare for hot weather practice and game conditions in the late Summer and early Fall. Football practice can begin at MHSAA member schools on August 9, followed by all other J-Ad Graphics and the Hastings Athletic Boosters proudly presents THE BUZZ YOUNGS LEGENDS GOLF CLASSIC Saturday, August 7th, 2010 at River Bend Golf Course 4-Person Scramble • 8:30 a.m. Shot Gun Start — Cash Prizes — First… 500 • Second… 300 2 Blind Draws… $100 each $ $ Closest to the pin - Long Drives (Males/Females), 50/50 closest to the pin, Skins game (optional), Raffle table. $75.00 per person includes: greens fee for 18 holes of golf, shared power cart and dinner. LEGENDS…Jock Clarey, Lew Lang, Jack Hoke, Robert Carlson, Patricia Murphy, Richard Guenther, Bruce McDowell, Bernie Oom, Tony Turkal, Robert VanderVeen, Dr. Jim Atkinson, Carl Schoessel, Larry Melendy, Cynthia Robbe, William Karpinski, Ernest Strong, Dennis Storrs, Earlene Baum, Larry Baum, Dave Furrow, Judy Anderson, Tom Brighton, Jeff Simpson, our 2010 Legend is Jack Longstreet, and 2010 Fan of the year...Gordon Ironside. To sign up please call... Karla Hayden at 269-948-4679 or email hastingsathleticboosters@gmail.com 77547789 07524896 Fall sports on August 11. The Health & Safety Resources page of the MHSAA Website has a set of Frequently Asked Questions about dehydration and a page dedicated to hydration and heat illness where preventative steps are outlined, as well as the signs and symptoms of heat illness and action steps to take when it is observed. Visit MHSAA.com, click on Schools, and then on Health & Safety Resources to find the information. “If schools and their student-athletes follow these guidelines, then we minimize the risk for heat-related problems,” said John R. Johnson, communications director for the MHSAA. “Our coaches are so much more aware of hydration and heat issues now, but you can never let your guard down. We cannot emphasize enough that water be available in unlimited quantities at all times during practices, and that coaching staffs need to be tuned into their student-athletes and be sure they are partaking of water. There is no excuse for any number of heat stroke deaths since they are all preventable.” Johnson added that as student-athletes work out on their own individually or with a group of teammates in informal settings during the summer, they also need to be aware of their hydration. “Hydration is an ongoing process, not just something that takes place during physical activity. Getting hydrated in advance of practices and work outs is important,” Johnson said. The first annual Raymond Page Memorial Golf Outing will be held Monday, Aug. 2, at Gun Ridge Golf Course. The event is being held to raise support for the Raymond Page Scholarship Fund at Thornapple Kellogg. The golf will be free, and all donations and proceeds from the event will benefit the scholarship fund. In honor of Page, who only used irons, any driver brought on the course will be subject to a fine by Jim Wensley. Money will also be raised through Mulligans, which will cost $1. There will be a closest to the pin prize of $50 on hole number two, and a furthest from the pin fine of $5 on hole number two. TYDEN PARK • There will be prizes for the low and high scores of the day. Handicaps will be assigned by the organizing committee. The event will begin with a shotgun start at 9 a.m., and organizers ask that players plan on arriving around 8:30 a.m. Space is limited. Contact Scott Page at (734) 330-8510, Brenda Page at (616) 7388634, or contact them through e-mail at raymondpagegolf@gmail.com to reserve a space. Checks for the scholarship fund should be made out to the Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation. SATURDAY AUG. 28TH Freeport Fastpitch Freeport Fastpitch Standings Monday Mentor/Novice #5 Glenn's Gas & Welding Supplies 6-2 #2 Nine-Kasof 6-2 #1 Hastings Merchants 5-3 #4 Thornapple Clean-Up 4-4 #3 Freeport Independents 2-6 #6 Freport Milling 1-7 Wednesday D/E League #1 Hastings Merchants 6-0 #7 Munn Manufacturing 4-1-1 #2 Nine-Kasof 4-2 #8 Lohrberg Sales 3-3 #6 Freport Milling 2-3-1 #4 Thornapple Clean-Up 1-5 #3 Freeport Independants 0-6 Friday Co-Ed #1 Thunder/2J’s/Shamrock 6-0 #2 Pioneer Seeds 3-3 #3 Fedewa Inc. 3-5 #4 Hastings Mutual 0-6 $ COST… 25 per team of 3 or 4 players Entries must be to the Chamber by Friday, Aug. 20th CHECK IN… 8:30 AM Make checks payable to Hastings Summerfest 2010 Pick up T-shirts at this time TIP OFF… 9:30 AM Boys & Girls (Ages 12-14) Team Name ____________________ Boys & Girls (Ages 15-17) Men & Women (Ages 18-25) Men & Women (Ages 26 & up) Age brackets subject to change based on participation Team Captain___________________________________ Age _______ Send Entries to… Phone # __________________________ Team Members 77547423 The high temperatures of the past few weeks and the beginning of another high school sports season on the horizon are reminders that there are always concerns about physical activity in hot and humid conditions. The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) continues its role in providing its member schools educational information to assist them in minimizing the possibility of heat-related catastrophic injuries to student-athletes. The topic of heat-related injuries receives a lot of attention at this time of year, especially Age Age ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ Please fill out form completely TYDEN PARK • Barry County Chamber of Commerce 221 W. State Street Hastings, MI 49058 Questions ??… Call (269) 948-3025 SATURDAY AUG. 28TH �Page 18 — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Civil War emerges from the pages of history by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Fiery cannon blasts over the Thornapple River, a huge battle on the village green and 490 Civil War reenactors brought the 1860s War Between the States into a 21st century 4D adventure for visitors to Historic Charlton Park over the weekend. “It was definitely a success without a doubt,” said Keith Ferris, Charlton Park director. Visitors to the park for both Saturday and Sunday totaled 603, which he said was a smaller attendance than last year’s muster, but still “a good crowd.” He suspects Saturday’s sweltering temperatures and Sunday’s predictions of thunderstorms may have kept the turnout lower than last year. Reenactments of battles between the Blue and Gray were featured each day along with artillery and cavalry demonstrations and military reviews. On the softer side, a Candle Lantern Tour of the village and encampments was held Saturday as well as a fashion show on the front porch of the Upjohn House. Visitors could shop for reproduction Civil War items offered by Sutler Row merchants, frolic at a Launching into battle are some of the 490 Civil War reenactors who took part in the muster at Charlton Park. Lots of smoke emerged from these weapons during the Civil War Muster. Reenactors march in a military review. Tranquility at the historic Bristol Inn (in the background) was shattered by the Civil War gunfire during the reenactment. country barn dance and worship in the historic village church on Charlton Park grounds. The Civil War Muster was organized and hosted by 5th Kentucky Volunteer Infantry Co. C; 1st Michigan Light Artillery Battery D; 24th Michigan Volunteer Infantry; 7th Michigan Volunteer Infantry, 8th Michigan Medical; and 3rd Michigan Co. F. “The reenactors were happy with the way the facilities were set up,” Ferris said. Some of the reenactors wore colorful clothing. Taking aim at the “enemy” seems realistic behind this reenactor’s shoulder. 07548325 The air was hazy from the gunfire in this photo of Civil War reenactors. The 490 Civil War reenactors included a wide age range. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 22, 2010 — Page 19 Cannons provided authenticity to the event. Photos by Perry Hardin Animated Civil War reenactors portrayed the wounded. Battles were fought on Charlton Park’s Village Green. Playing dead was the role of these reenactors in the foreground. The soft glow of candle lanterns guided visitors around the Civil War encampment Saturday night. 77547615 The Saturday evening sky was ablazed with the night firing cannons over the Thornapple River. �� https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-07-29.pdf d0b4dddc98cd4cc3cfbe678f13a5f3b8 PDF Text Text Candidates for 87th House district debate Upcoming election could change state, nation Haas to head Hastings school board See Story on Page 2 See Editorial on Page 5 See Story on Page 9 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 30 NEWS BRIEFS Celtic group to play at fountain Friday Hurry The Jug will bring Celtic music to the Fridays at the Fountain concert series, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Friday, July 30. The Fridays at the Fountain series occurs every Friday throughout the summer and is sponsored by the Thornapple Arts Council and the City of Hastings. Concerts are on the Barry County Courthouse lawn from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. In the event of rain, performances move into the community room at Hastings City Bank, 150 W. Court St. Art Hops returns to Hastings Friday The Thornapple Arts Council will host an art hop from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, July 30, in downtown Hastings. The art hop will not only have art in the area businesses, but will include music downtown, as well. Musical entertainment for the evening will be Hurry the Jug, a Celtic group; the Thornapple Jazz Orchestra (formerly Les Jazz); and the Jazz Four Combo. They will be throughout downtown during the evening. For more information about the art hop or other upcoming Thornapple Arts Council events, visit www.thornapplearts.org. BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 Fate of Prairieville Township officials to be decided Aug. 3 by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer Prairieville Township voters will have the opportunity to demonstrate democracy by deciding Tuesday, Aug. 3, whether to recall Supervisor Jim Stoneburner and Clerk Jill Owens, both of whom currently serve on the Prairieville Township Board. The Prairieville Recall Committee, which was formed last year, played an integral role in satisfying the clerical requirements for the scheduled recall elections, however, residents of Prairieville Township not part of the committee also played a role in the process, ensuring that the more than 400 signatures reportedly necessary for the elections to take place were collected. The controversy surrounding Stoneburner and Owens also elicited involvement from residents of the township in the form of Citizens for Common Sense for Prairieville Township, an organization founded to oppose the recall efforts. Among other allegations, members of the recall committee have claimed that Stoneburner and Owens, together, have committed violations of both the Open Meetings Act and state Freedom of Information Act, spent public funds in both unauthorized and wasteful ways, poorly managed the township With only a railroad tie in between, two signs near Gull Lake demonstrate opposing views of the Aug. 3 recall elections in Prairieville Township. and practiced nepotism. Members of the recall committee also orig- by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer In addition to other hopefuls looking to succeed in the Aug. 3 Barry County primary, 11 candidates who are affiliated with political parties are seeking election to the Barry County Board of Commissioners. Of those 11, six, including Howard “Hoot” Gibson, Robert Houtman, Joe Lyons, Donald Nevins, Craig Stolsonburg and Jeff VanNortwick, are incumbents. Also vying for seats on the board are challengers David “Mike” Boles and Bob Dickinson and newcomers Ben Geiger, Dan Parker and Gary White. While several of the candidates are running unopposed, Dickinson is challenging Nevins to represent the City of Hastings, and Boles is challenging VanNortwick to be affiliated with Assyria, Baltimore and Johnstown townships. Geiger and White are vying to be the voice of Firefighters continue to battle the fire inside of the Middleville Pro Hardware and Westen’s Carpet on Main Street in Middleville Wednesday morning. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Patricia Johns Staff Writer A second fire in less than three years in downtown Middleville claimed two businesses Tuesday evening. The fire started on the first floor of Middleville Pro Hardware and then spread into Westen’s Carpet store next door, said Dave Middleton, Thornapple Township Emergency Services chief. See FIRE, page 3 Hastings approves moratorium on medical marijuana – for now Fair appears to be another success The 2010 Barry County fair ended Saturday, July 24, after a week of 4-H competitions, plenty of food games, rides, lawnmower races, harness racing, wagon rides, a demolition derby and even pole vaulting. The livestock sales for both small and large animals were higher than in 2009. Attendance figures are expected to be available in early August. Look in next week’s Banner for a special fair supplement. inally sought the recall of William Miller and Sharon Ritchie, both of whom previously served as trustees of the township. Both have since resigned; Ritchie in November 2009 and Miller in April. Ritchie said that an “inability to have concerns discussed at board meetings” led her to vacate her seat on the board. Miller cited the apparent will of the voters demonstrated by the signatures collected in support of a recall election for himself, along with his failing health, as the reasons behind his decision to resign. Well over a dozen people have left the employ of the township over the course of less than two years. As allowed for by law, Stoneburner and Owens have composed rebuttals to appear on the ballots, alongside lists of the allegations made on behalf of the recall committee. The rebuttal made by Stoneburner, who was elected to the board in 2006, shows him claiming that the allegations are entirely untrue. “The statements being made by the recall committee are completely fabricated and deceptive and shed a negative light on all of the good that has been accomplished in the last four years,” his statement reads. Owens, who was elected to the board in 2008, echoed Stoneburner in her rebuttal, writing, “The allegations in the recall petition are completely false and misleading.” Downtown Middleville Primary may pave way for new faces on county board suffers another fire Assembly of God hosting going-away party for pastor Hastings Assembly of God will hold a going-away celebration service for Pastor William Clayton Garrison, who is leaving the pulpit after 10 years of ministry in the community. The service will begin at 10 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 1 ,at the church located at 1674 W. State Road with a potluck to follow. Everyone is welcome to attend. PRICE 75¢ Thursday, July 29, 2010 by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Hastings City Council members unanimously approved temporary adoption of an ordinance Monday evening that imposes a moratorium on the issuance of city permits, licenses or approvals for the sale or dispensation of medical marijuana. The ordinance is meant as a short-term measure to allow city officials the opportunity to research and create possible amendments to existing city code. The amendments would allow the city to establish reasonable regulations governing the sale and dispensation of medical marijuana in a manner that would protect public health, safety and welfare. The ordinance approved Monday is in effect for six months or until amendments to city ordinances go into effect, whichever comes first. However, the city can pass a resolution to extend the moratorium for an additional six months if more time is needed to amend the ordinances. During the public comment portion of the meeting Michelle Selzer of Hastings, who identified herself as a patient advocate, spoke on behalf of those who qualify to use medical marijuana but were either unable or afraid to attend the meeting. “I feel it is very important to have a voice from folks that are in this position, seeking alternative medicine,” she said. “Cannabis is an effective alternative medicine to treat a whole slew of debilitating conditions, including glaucoma, cancer, Crohn’s Disease, chronic pain. “These folks are your friends, they’re your family, they’re your neighbors,” added Selzer. “What is interesting to me is that this medical marijuana ballot initiative in 2008 was passed by 63 percent of Michigan voters. What I found even more interesting was that 57 percent of Barry County residents also voted in favor of this ballot initiative. So, as you move through your process of ordinance development, I strongly encourage you to keep an open mind and explore what the benefits are for medical cannabis. What potential See HASTINGS, page 3 Castleton, Maple Grove and Woodland townships, a seat being vacated by Michael Callton who is running for state representative. VanNortwick also is being challenged by Kyle Hoyt, whose lack of political party affiliation prevents him from participating in the primary. Parker is running to fill the post left vacant by Michael Bremer who also is running for state representative. General information about the candidates follows and was provided by the candidates themselves. Responses from the candidates regarding issues specifically related to the county also follow. In an effort to aid readers, some responses have been edited for grammar without notation. Gibson and Dickinson did not respond to the questions. See PRIMARY, page 10 Barry County horse found positive for mosquito-borne disease Health officials encourage taking precautions A 12-month-old Arabian male horse from Barry County is one of three horses in Michigan that has tested positive for the mosquito-borne disease Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), according to a press release from the Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA). In that press release, a spokesperson said that a 3-month-old Percheron filly from Calhoun County also has tested positive. The MDA was notified July 20 of a third case from a 4-year-old mixed-breed mare from Cass County by the National Veterinary Services Laboratories. This horse was displaying signs of neurologic disease typical of EEE, including staggering and depression, as well as fever. The department also has been informed that several additional horses in Cass County are highly suspect for the disease and are awaiting test results. “We are concerned about this finding of EEE in southwest Michigan and the likelihood of additional cases, so it’s imperative people take every precaution possible to prevent mosquito-borne disease exposure for themselves and their livestock,” said Steven Halstead, state veterinarian. “A simple vaccination will protect your animal from these often fatal illnesses, and routine measures to reduce mosquito exposure and eliminate mosquito habitats around the home and farm will help protect people, horses and other livestock. Horse owners should consult their veterinarian regarding measures appropriate for their herd.” “Michigan residents need to know the risks associated with mosquito-borne illnesses, which is why we are encouraging citizens to observe several common-sense steps to limit exposure to mosquitoes,” said Janet Olszewski, director of the Michigan Department of Community Health. “One bite from an infected mosquito can lead to a severe — and possibly life-altering — illness. Prevention is the key to protection.” Eastern equine encephalitis is caused by viruses found in wild birds. Mosquitoes that feed on birds infected with EEE can transmit the disease to humans, horses and other birds. Some birds are able to harbor the EEE viruses without becoming acutely ill, thereby serving as reservoirs for the disease. Horses do not develop high enough levels of these viruses in their blood to be contagious to other animals or humans. Because of the high mortality rate for horses and humans, EEE is regarded as one of the most serious mosquitoborne diseases in the United States. Tips for preventing mosquito-borne diseases include: • Avoid mosquito bites. Use insect repellent when outdoors, especially from dusk to dawn. • Look for EPA-labeled products containing active ingredients, such as DEET, Picaridin (KBR3023), or oil of lemon eucalyptus (p-menthane 3,8-diol). • Apply more repellent, according to label See DISEASE, page 2 �Page 2 — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Republican candidates for 87th House District share views at debate by Fran Faverman Staff Writer Three candidates seeking the Republican nomination in the Aug. 3 primary for the 87th district state house seat being vacated by term-limited Brian Calley met Thursday evening, July 15, to debate each other and meet voters. The debate was held at the Barry County Commission on Aging and was hosted by the Barry County Republican Party. The 87th district includes all of Barry County and approximately 25 percent of Ionia County. Ben Geiger, chair of the Barry County Republican Party, welcomed the audience of about 50 people, mostly supporters of the candidates, introduced moderator Paul Scott, a Republican from Grand Blanc, and candidates Michael Bremer, Michael Callton, and Steven Fabiano. All three are lifelong Michigan residents with time out for military service and college or professional education. Scott explained the format for the debate; each candidate would give an opening statement to be followed by questions and answers, rapid-fire questions, and closing statements. Bremer led off, saying he is currently a member of the Barry County Board of Commissioners, 2nd district, representing all of Thornapple Township and Precinct 1 in Irving Township. He was elected in 2008. Bremer stressed his experience, noting that he has been personnel manager for BradfordWhite Corporation, the county’s largest private employer, which provided experience negotiating between groups. His local government experience in the village of Middleville includes serving on the zoning board of appeals and as chair of the local development finance authority. He also chairs the leadership committee of the Barry County Board of Commissioners. Other community commitments include service clubs, mentoring students, and youth baseball. Bremer is a graduate of the University of Montana. Callton is currently in his third term on the Barry County Board of Commissioners and is also a member of the Eaton Intermediate School District board. He is the owner-operator of the Nashville Chiropractic Center in Nashville. He is a member of or has been active in community groups such as the Chamber of Commerce, the Kiwanis Club and Pheasants Forever. Callton is a Michigan State University graduate. He said his major issue is the economy. “I am proud of the state, its people, its resources. I want to build Michigan,” he said. Fabiano is a businessman in Portland in Ionia County. He has been a volunteer firefighter with the Portland Fire Department and is currently chief of the Looking Glass Fire Department. He is also a member of the Portland City Council. He is a graduate of Northwood University. Fabiano said he feels his background as an operator of small businesses and in public service provides a unique perspective on the problems and issues facing the state. He noted that he has not accepted any contributions from lobbyists or political action committees. His objective is to provide a local voice in Lansing. Following the opening statements, the debate took up seven substantive questions. Scott began asking the questions, noting that the state is facing a $1.8 billion deficit for the next fiscal year. He asked, “How would you advocate solving it? Cuts? If so, which? Taxes? If so, which? Callton said families were stressed and that the state should have a fund equity of approximately $6 to 8 billion so that when there is a bump in the road, funds are available to smooth it out. Focusing on specific areas, he mentioned human services and intergovernmental cooperation. He cited as an example the cooperative buying of food that the Maple Valley and Eaton Rapids school districts have begun. Bremer said he would start by cutting the wages and benefits for elected officials and going to a part-time legislature. He would increase gas taxes to improve roads and provide funds to county road commissions. He said he would also eliminate duplication of services. Fabiano said he would control expenses by cutting departments and looking at all programs. He said he is opposed to across-theboard cuts. Among the departments or agencies he would cut are the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration because it duplicates the federal agency. He said he would limit welfare to a maximum of 48 months and would consider private-sector alternatives for providing services. The second question posed by Scott focused on what is the most important issue to district residents and how each would try to solve it. All agreed the most important issue was jobs. Bremer added losing homes; Fabiano added the Michigan business tax; and Callton, the economy in general. Responding to how to solve the problem, Bremer said he wished he had the answer and noted that high licensing fees have led to the growth of an underthe-table economy. “The state’s responsibility is to create an environment for jobs,” said Bremer. “We aren’t doing that.” Fabiano said the state needs to make it easier to create jobs. To that end, the Michigan business tax and personal property taxes need to go, he said. (The personal property taxes paid by businesses are taxes on the value of equipment used to operate the business; they are not taxes on real estate.) Callton agreed that businesses need tax breaks and added that reducing regulation was also necessary. Scott then asked, “What differentiates you from your opponents — what makes you the best Republican nominee?” Fabiano cited his business and public experience with budgets and controlling expenses. Bremer said his ability to work across the aisle, his experience at Bradford-White, and his communication skills. Callton listed his experience in various public service roles: 15 years as a village council member, 15 years on a school board, and six years as a county commissioner. He said he believes fiscal conservatism can work for Michigan. Road funding, according to Scott, is at risk because the state does not have $130 million for the federal match, a development that risks losing hundreds of millions in federal dollars for roads. “Would you increase the gas tax, registration fees, restructure Act 51, something else, or leave the federal dollars on the table?” he asked the candidates. Fabiano said he would raise the gas tax and registration fees. He noted that raising diesel taxes hurts the trucking industry. He said he supports raising license fees. He feels $85 million could be taken from the transportation and economic development fund. He also noted that the state has been cutting the funds distributed to local governments for roads and that more funds need to go to local units. Callton said he has a problem with the tax structure because it is based on sales, adding that road funding needs a more stable source of revenue. Bremer said he supports raising gas and diesel fuel taxes. Noting that people come to Michigan in the summer, he pointed out that tourists buy gas. The condition of roads is critical, and a decision has to be made now before roads must be rebuilt, he concluded. The next question dealt with tax credits. Michigan has 25 different tax credits and abatements targeted at specific sectors, such as film, green energy and battery power, explained Scott. The question is, do they work? Should the state do more or do away with them? The tax credits are a problem for Callton because in his view, they pick winners and losers. He said he would prefer an overall reduction in taxes to the credits. Bremer said he thinks the credits are a great idea, and he supports getting rid of the business tax. Fabiano said he agreed with Bremer but the state does need to find a way to replace the revenue. He suggested capping tax credits to save money. He said he supports brownfield redevelopment funds but not the state’s “generosity” in giving it away. Regarding school funding and Proposal A, Scott asked, “... Is it time to revisit? Is it working or would you tweak it, and how?” Fabiano said he thinks the money is there; Proposal A does need to be tweaked. He supports a 401k plan for teachers. He said he would like to see a two-year cycle for school budgeting. He noted that the Hastings school system has gone to competitive bidding for services. Recent curriculum changes are too focused on going to college; there needs to be a significant vocational component. Callton said, “All the low-hanging fruit has been picked.” Class sizes are increasing, he said, adding that he thinks the state is on the verge of a major change in financing or how it educates students. In his view, the state needs a more stable funding source for education. Bremer said he supports local millages for local programs. He added that he feels administrative pay scales are too high. “Nobody needs a six-digit income,” he commented. A question about truth in sentencing and its effect on the budget for the Michigan Department of Corrections brought some divergent responses. Callton, noting that he had discussed the topic with a friend who works in the department, said the real question is why the state has a 48 percent recidivism rate among the state’s prison population. He said he would support programs to reduce the rate. Bremer took the view that truth in sentencing means exactly what it says and needs to stay that way. Fabiano said he feels there is a need to look at the department to make it more efficient. He would eliminate phone service for inmates (inmate phone service is provided by a contractor and is paid for by inmates), and is opposed to allowing prisoners to be let out early. Scott moved to the six rapid-fire questions requiring only a ‘yes’ or ‘no’ or a very short answer. The questions dealt with calling a constitutional convention, right-to-work laws, gun rights, abortion, stem-cell research, immigration law, a no-tax pledge, part-time legislature, committees they would like to serve on, and their choices for governor. Michigan’s constitution requires voters to decide every 16 years whether to call a state constitutional convention; the question will be on the November general election ballot. All three candidates opposed a constitutional convention at this time, saying that it would be too expensive. Right-to-work laws are historically a hotbutton issue in Michigan. Bremer and Fabiano said they support a right-to-work law for the state while Callton said he is opposed to such a law. All three support 2nd Amendment rights as applying to individuals. Bremer did say he struggles with personal safety, citing a recent event resulting in the deaths of workers in an office. All are opposed to abortion and view themselves as pro-life. Bremer said he would make exceptions when rape, incest or the life of the mother is a concern. Callton said he would make an exception for the life of the mother. Fabiano said he would allow no exceptions. On stem-cell research regulations, Fabiano and Callton are opposed to stem-cell research while Bremer supports the research. The three said they are opposed to an Arizona-style immigration law, saying that current laws need to be enforced. They disagreed on term limits for elected officials. Bremer said he thinks they are bad because they deprive the state of the benefits of institutional memory; he would eliminate them. Callton and Fabiano would keep them with modifications; Callton added that he would like to see them extended from the current six years in the House and eight years in the Senate. Fabiano did not specify what changes he would make. All agreed they would not sign a no-tax pledge but a part-time legislature is an idea worth examining. Callton commented that a part-time legislature had worked in the 1950s. Regarding committees would they like to serve on, if elected, Callton said he would ask for the budget (appropriations and its subcommittees), health care and education. Bremer would choose finance, education, health care and tourism. Fabiano said he would select regulatory reform and the budget committees. On the five candidates for the Republican gubernatorial nomination, Fabiano said he did not know for whom he would vote. Callton said he had narrowed his list down to three: Peter Hoekstra, Rick Snyder or Mike Cox. Bremer said he would choose either Snyder or Cox. Moving on to their closing statements, Fabiano said, “We can’t strengthen the weak by pulling down the strong.” He added that there needed to be less reliance on government to solve problems. The state should do more to support small businesses and should stop unfunded mandates. He concluded, saying he was pro-life and pro-family. Callton closed with a proverb: “He who hunts bear should not chase rabbits.” The bear, he said, is the economy; the state should focus on the recovery. Bremer said, “I was raised to do all the good for as many as possible.” Geiger thanked Scott and the participants for their efforts, and urged members of the audience to vote Tuesday, Aug. 3. Hastings voters to decide school bond Tuesday by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer If approved by voters in the Aug. 3 election, the Hastings Area Schools’ bond proposal would allow the district to install instructional technology such as SmartBoards and digital projectors in classrooms, improve handicap accessibility, provide asbestos containment or abatement, upgrade emergency lighting, improve security, repair aging and deteriorating boilers, roofing, flooring and paving throughout the district, all without a tax increase. “This is not a tax increase,” said Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee. “The instructional technology is needed by our students, and this is a one-time opportunity to get a low-interest loan.” Instead of asking for additional millage, the Hastings Area Schools Board of Education is asking for voters to extend its current debt retirement millage, which is scheduled for an approximately .02 rollback, at its current levy. The extension would mean that the district could continue to collect approximately $1 a year ($.02 per $1,000 of taxable valuation) for a property valued at $100,000 for up to 16 years. The bond proposal would allow the district to borrow up to $3.2 million for the improvements through the federal government’s lowinterest Qualified School Construction Bond, which would save the district more than $1 million in interest during the life of the bond. “Since 2004, through refunding, the district has reduced the debt levy by about 1 1/2 mills. So, we’ve done the right things to reduce it when we can. The board wasn’t going to go for a bond issue until we learned that we could do it with an extension, not a tax increase,” Satterlee in an earlier interview. “This is part of the Obama Administration stimulus package. It was part of the ‘shovel-ready’ programs that we put in for a year ago, but they ran out of money. We qualified but they didn’t have money. This year when they reallocated funding, we were 28th on the list. We have been awarded a very low-interest — between zero and 1 percent — loan, and the federal govern- ment picks up the rest of it. So, it’s either do it now or skip it; you’re not going to get that low-interest loan.” A flier issued by the Hastings Area School District said that approving the bond issue will also allow the district to participate in the Qualified School Construction Bond program, which will save $1 million in interest over the life of the bond. “But, right now the big push is to get technology in the classrooms, especially at the secondary level — to put the SmartBoards and instructional technology in the secondary classrooms. That would take up a good share, over a third of the $3.2 million,” said Satterlee. “Our elementary students have access to educational technology, thanks to our PTOs and donors throughout the community that “This is not a tax increase. The instructional technology is needed by our students, and this is a one-time opportunity to get a low-interest loan.” – Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee In a letter to parents, students and members of the community, Satterlee wrote, “As you may have heard, the state continues to reduce our operating allocation. These cuts greatly affect our ability to maintain our facilities. Routine building maintenance and emergency repair or replacement such as a roof or boiler will require us to take funding directly from our student programs. This bond initiative helps us maintain our most critical facility needs while protecting our operations budget for student programs.” Satterlee added that funds from the bond would be used to contain asbestos in the district’s older elementary schools and the middle school, as well as replacing worn flooring, inadequate roofing materials on the newer building additions in the district, replacing worn doors, refurbishing stage rigging and curtains at Central Auditorium, upgrading the phone system district-wide, adding a security window to the office at the high school so staff could see all who enter the building, upgrading the restrooms at the high school and making barrier-free improvements to all schools and Johnson Field. have helped provide that for our elementary kids,” he added. “They have become accustomed to utilizing that technology in the ways that they learn, and they get to the middle school and high school and it doesn’t exist; we don’t have those tools for them. To me, technology in the classroom is the way of the future. We need to provide our kids with the opportunity to learn in the way that they are going to work in the future. I think we are failing them if we don’t provide that opportunity.” Satterlee added that using technology in the classroom engages students and helps them learn. If the bond is approved, the improvements, especially those regarding technology, would begin almost immediately. The rest would take place over the course of the year. “That’s part of being ‘shovel-ready,’ and we’re hopeful that we’ll be able to use local contractors for much of the work — that was the intention of the stimulus program all along,” said Satterlee, who added, “If there was ever a time to do this without a tax increase, it is now.” DISEASE, continued from page 1 instructions, if mosquitoes start to bite. • Mosquito-proof homes. Fix or install window and door screens and cover or eliminate empty containers with standing water where mosquitoes can lay eggs. • Protect horses: Commercially available licensed vaccines against EEE are recommended for all horses in the U.S. Horses should be vaccinated annually. It’s not too late this year to vaccinate horses. • Use approved insect repellants to protect horses. • If possible, put horses in stables, stalls or barns during the prime mosquito exposure hours of dusk and dawn. • Eliminate standing water, drain water troughs and empty buckets at least weekly. Seasonal activity varies from year to year, but mosquitoes carrying EEE remain a threat. For more information on the human health impact of EEE, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvbid/arbor/eeefact.htm. For more information about EEE in horses, consult a local veterinarian or contact MDA’s animal industry division at 517-373-1077; or visit the MDA website at www.michigan.gov/mda. 77547845 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — Page 3 Yankee Springs Township to FIRE, continued from page 1 decide fire millage renewal A millage renewal proposal to continue funds for fire protection will be on Yankee Springs Township’s Aug. 3 primary election ballot. Township voters will be asked to renew approval of .5 mill for four years for township fire operations. The cost for property owners is 50¢ for each $1,000 of taxable value. The millage renewal, if approved would generate approximately $112,322 during the first calendar year the millage is levied. The proposal asks for the millage to be approved from 2011-14. Yankee Springs Township has a contract with Thornapple Township Emergency Services to provide fire protection. Yankee Springs also has a fire department sub-station and buys equipment for it. Prairieville Township adopts outdoor furnace ordinance by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer In the midst of America’s current economic woes, some people have turned to outdoor furnaces as a means of reducing the costs of heating their homes. However, a recently adopted ordinance to regulate the use of those units in Prairieville Township may lessen the rate at which they will appear in that area. According to the ordinance, which was adopted by the Prairieville Township Board earlier this month, an outdoor furnace is defined as a “fuel-fired boiler or furnace, fueled by wood, coal, corn or other types of fuel, located outside the structure it is used to heat, with the designated purpose of providing indoor heat for water and/or air for a residence or other structure.” While Clerk Jill Owens eventually returned calls made about the ordinance, messages about the ordinance left over the course of several weeks for Township Supervisor Jim Stoneburner were not answered. Owens explained that the ordinance was created in response to feedback from residents of the township. “We were getting complaints when people put one in,” she said. Among other restrictions, the ordinance prohibits outdoor furnaces from being installed on parcels of land less than one acre in size and being placed less than 25 feet away from property boundaries. The ordinance also requires permits to be obtained for the installation of outdoor furnaces. According to Owens, the permits cost $100 each, with the money to be paid to Professional Code Inspections of Michigan, the company responsible for overseeing zoning issues within the township. The ordinance also provides opportunities for variances concerning the installation of outdoor furnaces that would violate those restrictions. As specified by the ordinance, such variances would entail application fees and approval by the board. While the ordinance does not allow for its detractors to be fined more than $500 for individual violations of the regulation, it does specify minimum fines in the respective amounts of $75, $150, $325 and $500 for first, second, third and fourth offenses, respectively, committed within three-year periods. “Each day that a violation of this ordinance continues to exists shall constitute a separate violation of this ordinance,” the legislation reads. According to Eric Thompson, a representative of Professional Code Inspections of Michigan, the ordinance does not impact outdoor furnaces installed prior to its adoption. Two Republicans face off in 24th District state senate races by Fran Faverman Staff Writer Two Republicans, Rick Jones, of Eaton Rapids, and Randy Brink, of Saugatuck, are facing off in the Republican primary for the nomination for the 24th State Senate seat being vacated by Sen. Patricia Birkholz, who is term-limited. Jones, a former Eaton County Sheriff said he is running for the senate seat because he is term-limited in his state house seat. Much more information for voters is at the voter guide site, mlive.com. The material below is taken from that site. The site features an extensive questionnaire to which Jones has responded. Many of the questions on the site are the same as the questions used in the recent debate among the candidates who are seeking the nomination for the 87th District house seat. On the issue of raising gas taxes to get the funds for the federal match for dollars for roads, Jones said he would not raise gas taxes to get the money; any money from gas sales taxes that does not go to schools should go to road maintenance. The Michigan Business Tax in his view is confusing and kills jobs. The surcharge on the tax needs to be removed. He supports making Michigan a right-to-work state. On education funding, he opposes any changes to Proposal A that would result in higher property taxes for senior citizens. He would tackle the costs of the prison system by offering a second chance at boot camp for young offenders and would streamline the commutation of harmless dying inmates. He estimates the boot camp measure would save approximately $45 million a year and the release of terminally ill inmates would save about $30 million. He said he supports the use of tax incentives and Renaissance zones. He said he is supportive of consolidating school districts to save money. He also supports paying public employees such as state workers and school teachers at wage and benefit levels comparable to those of the private sector. However, he does not believe the state should tell local units of government what they may pay or provide in benefits because he supports local control. He said he is pro-life and is opposed to abortion except when the life of the mother is an issue. He said he is also opposed to calling a state constitutional convention to rewrite the state's constitution. It should be noted that the site says they have not received a response from Randy Brink to their questions. Readers who wish to see the complete text of the questions and responses should go to http://the voter guide.mlive.com/race-detail.do. Jones has a website, www.voterickjones.com. The Michigan Information & Research Service Inc. includes a brief profile of Brink in its Election Guide & Almanac, which quotes Brink as running for the Senate this year “because we have such a corrupt government, and I thought we should get some honesty back in the Senate.” He is a former Allegan County commissioner and blueberry farmer. An individual reported smoke coming from the hardware store at 210 E. Main St. after 9 p.m., followed by a report from an automatic fire-sensing device. The blaze was so hot, he said, Middleton said hat firefighters were not able to enter the building right away. Middleton estimated that between 200,000 and 300,000 gallons of water were used to fight the blaze overnight. Middleton said that the fire was “knocked down” and under control by about 3 a.m. Wednesday, July 28. No injuries were reported, said Middleton, and the cause of the fire is still under investigation. Merchandise in the store, such as firearms and ammunition, as well as lawn chemicals, initially did not pose difficulty for firefighters. However, ammunition did go off late Wednesday morning. While firefighters were not impacted by the ammunition, representatives of U.S. Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms came to the site to investigate. Flare-ups continued Wednesday morning. Because of construction of the building, the structure was “tagged,” meaning that firefighters could not enter the building, according to Middleton. The building, which once housed the former Central Garage, was an older building with no suppression, or sprinkler, system. Some reports say it was built in the early 1900s. Jeff Westen is the owner of both sides of the building. Middleville Pro Hardware leased its space from Westen. The hardware store’s roof had collapsed, and the front wall and some of the side walls remained standing as of Wednesday morning, but were visibly damaged. Dan Valley Excavating tore down a back wall that morning. “We will wait to be asked to tear down the front wall,” said owner Dave Dykstra. “We would want the fire area to cool down so we can tear the front wall from behind. Heavy equipment could damage the sidewalk in front the stores.” Dykstra had been at the site Tuesday night and assisted with providing fuel to two of the firetrucks early Wednesday morning. He said that it was important for the community to come together in these emergencies. Middleton said, “The community came out to assist the firefighters with food and beverages.” The Big Easy Deli and Bakery, just down Main Street, opened around 5:30 a.m. and provided refreshments and a place for firefighters to recover from the heat. Also providing refreshments were Phil’s Pizzeria, Faro’s Pizza, Cappon’s and Lovey’s. Dunkin Donuts delivered about 5 dozen doughnuts and on Wednesday, The Scoop provided sandwiches and beverages to the fire crews. East Main Street was closed most of Wednesday as TTES crews remained on the scene. Smoke was still visible from the site. High Street also was closed due to the fire and scheduled repair of brick inlay, as well. The Barry County Fire Service Association brought its mobile air refill system to the site Wednesday to refill air tanks. The trailer had been part of the emergency preparedness dis- play at the Barry County Fair last week. Middleton said eight area departments helped TTES battle the blaze, including Hastings Fire, Yankee Springs, Freeport, Caledonia, Orangeville, Wayland, Leighton and Dutton. HASTINGS, continued from page 1 economic development opportunities are available through this emerging cannabis industry. I look forward to tracking your progress ...” The city council has scheduled a workshop for 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 9, with Jeff Sluggett of the city attorney’s office to discuss the current regulatory environment surrounding medical marijuana, as well as options for local regulations. In other business, the council: • Discussed the city’s liability in letting the citizen’s group, Dog Park Companions, pursue development of a dog park on city property behind the waste water treatment facility. Council was informed by city staff that the dog park would be covered under the municipality’s existing liability insurance policy at no additional cost. Council members approved a motion giving the group informal approval of the project, with the city assuming liability. • Approved a request from the owners of Walldorff Brew Pub and Bistro and stayed the necessary ordinances to close North Jefferson Street between State Street and the alley behind the restaurant for an Octoberfest celebration from 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2, until 2 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 3. • Approved a request from the Hastings Area Church Softball League to allow the group to use the ball fields at Fish Hatchery Park and Bob King park for its annual league tournament from 7 a.m. until 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7. • Approved a motion allowing the owner of Blue Bird on the Moon, to place seasonal decorative items on the sidewalk outside of the store, located at 117 S. Jefferson St. • Approved a motion to allow Brian Teed, a pastor at Hastings Free Methodist Church to hold a baptismal service from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 1, in Tyden Park. • Accepted the resignation of Gordon Barlow from the Hastings Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA), effective immediately. In a related action, the council approved Hastings Mayor Bob May’s appointment of Craig Jenkins as a regular voting member of the ZBA, with a term expiring Dec. 31, 2010. • Heard a report from Hastings Department of Public Service Director Tim Girrbach regarding plans to build a 40-by-60-foot storage building at the city landfill on West State Road. The facility would be used to store fittings and other water main materials. Voters to decide Barry County Central Dispatch renewal by Bannon Backhus Staff Writer For many people, 911 is the first telephone number they memorize. On Tuesday, Aug. 3, voters of Barry County will be able to prolong the current efficacy of that number for area residents, by voting in favor of a proposal to renew a millage that has funded Barry County Central Dispatch for the past five years and would ensure its continued operation through 2014. According to ballot language for the proposal, its passage would entail a millage levied at a maximum rate of .9816 mills. The ballot language shows that, with the first levy of the millage — which would take place this year — the owner or owners of property in the county with a taxable value of $50,000 would be responsible for paying $49 each year. The millage to support Barry County Central Dispatch that is up for renewal was levied at a rate of .875 mills, in 2009. Lynn Anderson, a member of the administrative board for Barry County Central Dispatch and the volunteer coordinator of the proposal, explained that, if the proposal fails to pass, efforts would be made to have it approved later this year by voters, while the organization’s monetary reserves would be utilized to continue its operation until then. “We would probably be able to go through November,” she said. According to the website for Barry County Central Dispatch, its operators are responsible for handling more than 100,000 calls made to 911, each year. Follow the Stars H H H H H IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Scrutinize candidates before voting To the editor: In keeping an eye on Washington, D.C., elites and backroom deals, I am just as concerned about our local government of established politicians and the Good Ol’ Boy Club. From closed, anti-quorum, meetings of commissioners trying to undermine our elected sheriff and put our county at risk for lawsuits, to falsified reports and coverups in our police departments over the years, to Mike Callton telling me at the fair that he serves on the board of our Commission on Aging because they are the ones who vote, my gut wrenches from the dastardly deeds of our county leadership. Do we, as taxpayers, operate an animal control or animal rescue? Do we risk insane amounts of personal and county money for a volunteer getting bit by an animal the volunteer is trying to “doll up” for adoption photos? Do we re-elect these same commissioners who are blind-siding the rest of the board and placing our county treasury at risk? Shall we elect representatives climbing the political ladder for perks and benefits? Is their reward for serving “penance” in our community a seat in the state House of Representatives? When will we have had enough of those elected to represent us acting not for our own good, but for their own gain? As a voter, I am scrutinizing, observing and listening for character and integrity. Those are for whom I shall cast my vote. Dr. Martin L. King once said that “no lie can live forever.” He knew that once the American people understood the depth of injustice being perpetrated on them, they would choose the right side. Today we face the very same challenge. Joanna Haddix, Hastings to one of the strongest banks in the nation. Hastings City Bank has been awarded BauerFinancial’s* highest 5 Star Superior rating for financial strength and stability as of June 2010. We are the only bank in our service area to have this coveted rating. *BauerFinancial has been providing the public with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions regarding their banking relationships for over a quarter of a century. For the rating of any U.S. bank or federally insured credit union, simply visit www.bauerfinancial.com 77547951 �Page 4 — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Voting for recall is akin to being a D.C. politician To the editor: I am writing this letter to encourage the residents of Prairieville Township to vote “no” on the recall in the election Aug. 3. Jim Stoneburner and Jill Owens are working hard to make Prairieville Township better, and it’s clear that these two care about the township or they would have quit a long time ago. It’s unfortunate that they have come under attack, I believe, by a group of disgruntled residents who didn’t agree with a decision they had to make. If this recall is successful, then what? Do you think anyone (without their own personal agenda) would subject themselves to such scrutiny and intimidation in order to take office and run the business of Prairieville Township? And what if they make another decision that someone doesn’t agree with? Are they going to put our township through this all over again? Voting ‘yes’ on the recall would make you no better than the senators and congressmen in Washington who have voted to pass bills without even reading them. The recall committee has given out bits and pieces of information and skewed it toward their own agenda. Anyone knows you should not make an informed decision without all the facts. Please allow Jim Stoneburner and Jill Owens to remain in office and continue improving our township. They have made great strides despite the turmoil. Let our duly elected officials do their job. Send a message to the recall committee that you don’t condone their kind of behavior by voting ‘no’ on the recall. Jennifer VanOverloop, Prairieville Township The proof is in the recall work To the editor: Ken Eddy, chairman of the Citizens for Common Sense, keeps trying to find fault with the Prairieville Recall Committee. From Day 1, we have been willing to share our research with the voters of Prairieville Township. When has the Common Sense group offered any documentation about anything? They rely on speculation, wild guesses and name calling. For example: the recall committee is made up of “a bunch of Democrats.” Not true, we are card-carrying Republicans and Democrats; however, we are mostly independent voters. Nowhere has that group been able to show any example where the recall committee has misrepresented information. We are always able to supply dates, times and documentation to refute statements, such as the “bid process” being used for the computers, when indeed no bids were taken (this letter was sent out by Stoneburner). Eddy seems to be of the opinion that when he says or writes something three times, it automatically becomes fact. Example: He informed the voters/taxpayers of Prairieville Township it would cost a total of $16,000 extra to have a recall. The truth is the recall is scheduled to take place at the Aug. 3 primary and there will be no additional cost whatsoever for the recall. Has anyone heard Eddy say, “Oops, I made a mistake, there is no additional cost”? Has anyone heard his apology for this mistake? I’ve always heard that it takes a big man to admit when he is wrong. I could go on with other examples where his group had misrepresented information. However, a $16,000 mistake will suffice to make my point. Any and all statements we have made we can back up with copies of the county, police department’s or the township’s own paperwork. We made sure of that when we started this thing. If you don’t lie, you don’t have to cover up your mess. Now it is up to the voters to go to the polls Aug. 3 and vote “Yes” for the recall. Pat Robinson, Plainwell School should roll back 2009 raises To the editor: Aug. 3 is a very important date for all voters in the Hastings school district. I hope you won’t be fooled “that this is not a tax increase” by Richard Satterlee’s letter to the editor in the Hastings Banner, July 22. That is refreshing to think that our property tax will not go up and we pay less when we borrow $3.2 million. Satterlee states they are being frugal in protecting our tax dollars. Then why are we borrowing $3.2 million? He said we are borrowing $3.2 million at “no increased cost to the community” when our debt will increase by $3.2 million. Who will pay back the $3.2 million? The roofing, additions, boilers for two schools, resurfacing and of course safety lights are all maintenance, repair or new projects and belong in the school budget. When working with a budget you do not give raises when you are over budget. You do not balance your budget by avoiding maintenance and repair. You cannot spend all the schools’ money giving raises and expect to go back to the taxpayers for money needed for repair and maintenance. The Banner had five pages of home foreclosure sales listed. Satterlee and teachers have received raises and benefit packages, when taxpayers are still losing jobs or taking wage cuts. A school was closed to save money. After that happened, raises were given and repairs are still needed. Roll back your raises, put that money toward the new updates such as Smart Boards. I agree that the schools need updating. Let’s start with updating the school board. I strongly agree with Richard Satterlee for those who will be out of town please pick up your absentee ballot and vote “no.” Let Mr. Satterlee and the school board know that the money well is going dry. Join me and vote “no” on the bond vote Aug. 3. Sarah A. Cook, Lacey Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. Shane Reid, Hastings: “I’m happy it was extended, it’s really hard to find a job right now, and I know that from experience.” Carrie Devries, Lake Odessa: “I approve of the government helping with unemployment. I know too many people who have lost jobs and can’t find work. An economic turnaround with more jobs is the better answer.” Upcoming election could change the direction of our state, nation For months now, political experts have called next week’s primary one of the most important elections in recent times. Some have gone so far as to call it “monumental.” Across Barry County, and Michigan for that matter, as voters enter their polling places they will be faced with selecting people for local races, along with four statewide constitutional offices, numerous state legislative seats, three congressional seats and a constitutional convention. Locally, voters will be asked to consider special tax renewals, school issues and even a recall vote may appear on their ballot. That’s why political junkies claim this will be one of the most important elections we’ve witnessed in years. Why is next week’s primary election so important to us in Michigan? It could make the difference in when our state’s economy might see some light at the end of the tunnel. For more than two years now, we’ve stood by and watched as our nation’s financial sector collapsed, home values plunged and our state’s auto industry fell into bankruptcy while hundreds of thousands of Michigan residents lost their jobs, pushing us into the economic conditions we find ourselves today. Next week’s election shouldn’t be about politics — it must be about finding the best people suited to fill the positions offered at all levels of government, regardless of any political persuasion. It’s been our policy at the Banner not to suggest to our readers who should be elected to fill certain positions. We’ve avoided endorsing candidates at all levels. Instead, we’ve worked hard to bring you as much information about the candidates vying for these positions to help you make an educated choice. Personally, my biggest concern is whether we have the best candidates running for these positions. Take the governorship. Seven men, most of them career politicians, are vying for the job of our state’s top elected official. Which of the seven do you think exhibits the ability to get the job done? Look over the candidates carefully because our state is facing one of most difficult economic times in our history; strong, visionary leadership is needed to help us get our economy back on track again. Based on recent polling, Michigan residents are concerned with the direction we are heading, not to mention a growing distrust of government. They’ve been told that health care, education, the financial sector and energy should top the list of issues important to voters next week, yet most voters maintain that none of these issues matters much if they don’t have a job. According to a recent report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Michigan’s unemployment rate as of June was 13.1 percent — the highest it’s been in over 20 years. If candidates are serious about solving some of the issues that face our state, then it’s imperative that jobs be No. 1. Employment is the lifeline to all the programs and problems we face as a state. For years now, political parties have been playing tug-of-war and running a divide-and-conquer government rather than using their expertise as problem-solvers. As taxpayers, we should demand that both parties work together to come up with the best solutions for the majority of people, reducing the frustration we get from government today. Both parties bring different perspectives to the table. One isn’t necessarily more important than the other; they have differing backgrounds and different perspectives on how they evaluate issues. We should applaud all the ideas they bring to the table and demand that both parties work together for the best solutions for taxpayers. We shouldn’t be choosing from a title — Democrat or Republican — to determine the direction we travel. We should be using all the wisdom and perception we can, offering the best alternatives in governing our state and nation. During the recent debate on national health care, the financial overhaul and the unemployment extension, the Obama Administration ended up blaming the Republicans citing that they blocked the debates making it difficult to get legislation passed. Yet the administration passed health care, the financial overhaul with thousands of pages of new rules and regulations that could cripple growth in the future?. When it comes to major legislation, voters should demand both parties be at the table solving problems rather than tracking points on a political scoreboard. One thing is for sure; it’s in the best interest of all of us to turn away from incumbents in the coming elections; only then will our elected officials get the message that we’ve had enough and were not going to take it anymore. So, as we enter another election season, make sure you head to the polls with the information you need to make an educated decision on who best should be at the table, making decisions that will impact our lives. And, if you choose not to participate, then don’t complain about what happens. Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Next term in state legislature will be difficult To the editor: I start by saying that I am a volunteer for the Mike Callton campaign for state representative. I had the option to work on either this campaign or one of his opponents, Mike Bremer. Having been a former intern for State Rep. Brian Calley and having a bachelor of science degree in public administration, I have had the opportunity to both study and participate in state government. As such, I took a look at both campaigns to see which candidate was up to the rigors of the office. Both candidates have long records of service in the community. Mike Bremer has been known as a tireless servant of the community. His hard work and dedication to community service is admirable, and the lives he has touched are numerous. However, community service is not the only qualifier to make a good state representative. With Michigan still in dire straits with concern to the economy, unemployment and dwindling state and local revenues, we need someone with experience. The reason I choose to support Mike Callton was because he had the local experience to make an effective legislator. To start with, with state funding to education in danger, Mike Callton’s service on his local school board has given him the experience we need to make sure that even in times of trouble, our schools remain strong. We also need an advo- Is extending unemployment pay a good idea? Last week, the U.S. Senate approved extending unemployment benefits. Republican senators had filibustered this issue because they want to know where the money will come from to extend the payments. Are you happy that unemployment was extended or would you prefer that it not add to the deficit? Larry Crowe, Hastings: “I’d rather it be extended so people can support their families, but at the same time, I hate to see money being spent on people who abuse the system.” Duffy McClelland, Lake Odessa: “I don’t believe we should spend money we don’t have but people need to be able to eat and make payments. We’ve got to stop the bleeding and find more jobs.” cate for our county, someone who has a history of representing the county. Mike has not only served as a county commissioner, but chaired the board. Under his chairmanship, the county continued to provide services with little or no cuts despite a turbulent economy. This term in the Michigan legislature will be difficult. Redistricting issues arise every 10 years and will be settled this term. We have a budget crisis to think about, and on top of all that, we have to rebuild this state to make this a place where people flock to, not run from. Brian Calley has done a terrific job in this so far, and we need representation from someone who will continue the spirit of his work. Mike Callton is that man, and that is why he is the only candidate in this race to received an endorsement from Rep. Calley. In short, I decided to support and volunteer for the Callton campaign because of his experience. We need someone with both a record of community service and experience. We also need someone who can carry on the stellar representation we have had in the past four years. If you want proven leadership, fiscal conservatism and a good old-fashioned work ethic, then you will make the same choice I did: Mike Callton. Don’t forget; the primary election is Aug. 3. Nicholas Wake, Middleville Van Nortwick serves constituents, county To the editor: Each county commissioner tries to serve his constituents first and the entire county, too. Jeff Van Nortwick accomplishes both objectives. He regularly attends meetings at the township halls where he reports on the decisions and activities of the county board. He listens to the concerns of township officials and interested citizens and carries those concerns forward to commission meetings. Tired of the partisan fighting To the editor: I am tired of all the partisan fighting and politician refusal and failure to do anything but look out for themselves. I’m voting for non-career people who haven’t been in office. My choice for governor is Rick Snyder; Bob Overbeek, who isn’t for sale, for Congress, and for state rep. anyone but Mike Callton, who wrote a letter that drew the county’s insurance to pay for his legal fees over a lawsuit. There were five individuals who tried to get an apology before it cost the insurance of Barry County more than $11,000 for legal fees. He doesn’t represent me. Elden Shellenbarger, Hastings Editor’s Note: Shellenbarger is the person who filed a lawsuit and then an amended lawsuit against Callton. Fees for Callton’s defense in both lawsuits were covered by the county’s legal insurance plan. Shellenbarger’s original lawsuit focused on a letter Callton had written to support the filing of a personal protection order for County Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick against Shellenbarger. Callton used the county’s seal on that letter and Shellenbarger alleged in the lawsuit that use of the seal was improper and a misrepresentation of the county. An amended lawsuit filed by Shellenbarger against Callton was dismissed by Kalamazoo County Circuit Court Judge Pamela Lightvoet. His particular interests are safeguarding the health of the community and protecting the environment we all share. A vote for Van Nortwick is a vote for a healthier, more beautiful Barry County. Let’s make sure he continues to speak for us at county commission meetings. Kensinger and Alice Jones, Baltimore Township The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. 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Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — Page 5 Prairieville Township bills are not being paid on time To the editor: I am a taxpayer in Prairieville Township who has been concerned about recent nonpayment of support to the Delton District Library and the Barry-Prairieville-Hope Fire Department, a partnership we share with Barry and Hope townships. I attended the March Prairieville Township board meeting, knowing that Clerk Jill Owens had not paid the last three quarters for the fiscal year 2009. I asked why not? Clerk Owens responded that she must have misplaced the check on her desk. I said this bill must be paid by March 15 to close out fiscal year and she did. At the start of the fiscal year in April, Clerk Owens overpaid Delton Fire Department’s first quarter by $1,800. Oops! She did not pay Delton District Library’s first quarter payment. Oops, again. I called Judith Wooer, treasurer, Barry Township and inquired if Clerk Owens had made any payments concerning the Delton library and Delton Fire Department. Wooer said she had sent three faxes to Clerk Owens and received no response back. I called Treasurer Wooer and confirmed July 24, that the balance due for the second quarter for the Delton Fire Department and the first and second quarter for the Delton library had not been paid. I was Prairieville Township treasurer for 14 years and never faced this type of issue. Clerk Owens has a deputy clerk working 16 hours per week and a minute-taker and has been in office 1 1/2 years. This is saving Prairieville Township money? Darlene Vickery, Prairieville Township ‘Yes’ vote for recall will rid Prairieville of marginal leaders To the editor: The recall effort in Prairieville township is absolutely not a partisan effort as has been asserted by those opposed to recall action. To the contrary, the Prairieville Recall Committee and its supporters are composed of Republicans, Democrats and Independents who have observed the great need to band together in order to gather information, and take action on behalf of our fellow taxpayers. We have been willing to make the effort and spend our monetary resources to make sure voters are duly informed concerning the poor management of township business and the questionable ways some of our tax dollars are being spent. We have the facts. We have gathered them through the Freedom of Information Act, which is the most important way a taxpayer can get information about township management and leaders. We have also talked to many of the people who have been treated unfairly during the tenure of Supervisor Jim Stoneburner and Clerk Jill Owens. We completely understand that the township level of politics is not the same as national politics. When the Prairieville Recall Committee came on the scene as a group more than a year ago, it was because they believed that the requirements of township management were not being accomplished as mandated by law. Numerous violations, dis- Prairieville Township Hall used to be a pleasant place to work To the editor: I appreciate the taxpayers of Prairieville Township for the many years of support they gave me as their tax assessor. It was a pleasure to serve them over the past 19 years. My longevity permitted me to observe township operations under a variety of township supervisors, board members, other administrators, contractors and support personnel. I have a few observations that I would like to make. For 17 1/2 years, I can honestly say that this was a truly enjoyable experience. There was considerable teamwork and mutual support given between the staff and board members responsible for township functions. However, for the past year and a half, under current Supervisor Jim Stoneburner and Clerk Jill Owens, the situation has been completely different — certainly not a pleasant working experience. The working environment in the office went downhill from the very beginning of their administration. The feeling of camaraderie and spirit of cooperation slowly and steadily disappeared from the township office workplace. Many board members, employees and contractors are no longer participating in accomplishing the functions they previously supported. Some left voluntarily, others were terminated, but they left. I watched many good people with a significant number of years of Prairieville Township experience walk out the door. In my opinion, regardless of the reasons stated by many who departed, most left because of the negativity in the township hall office that became prevalent and continues under the tenure of Jim Stoneburner and Jill Owens. The State of Michigan has an audit program to examine township tax records. Prairieville Township has never been audited, but some of our neighboring townships had received their audits, and the results were generally not good. I was aware that we had similar problems in our township. I initially asked the township board for assistance through hiring an assistant tax assessor who could help me update our property tax records. The board agreed and hired an assistant in October 2009. Together, we started to update records that we knew were in error. I also asked Supervisor Stoneburner for a special type of software, designed to support computerizing property tax records. The supervisor told me that I did not need the software each time I asked, and refused to obtain it for me. In early February, Supervisor Stoneburner told the assistant to stop work due to bad weather, after only three months on the job, and never called him back to work. Stoneburner then commissioned a special audit by an outside firm to evaluate our tax records against State of Michigan requirements. Based on the results of the audit, which revealed discrepancies that were largely known, I was terminated. The board decided to hire an outside firm to correct our tax records and perform the tax assessor function. Interestingly, the software I had been requesting was purchased after I was let go. I’m no longer a Prairieville Township employee. I feel that I was a target for termination by the current township board; however, I am not disgruntled. In actuality, I am glad to be out of the environment that currently exists in the township hall. I can honestly say that I always tried to perform my job the best way I could and be available every day to answer questions and respond to taxpayers. Availability of an onsite tax assessor will no longer exist under the outside audit firm. A tax assessor from that firm will only be available in the township office for four hours a day, two days a month for personal contact. In summary, I don’t think that township taxpayers are getting the service they deserve under the current supervisor and clerk. Sheri Armintrout, Former Prairieville Township tax assessor Common Sense chair insults people then asks for support To the editor: Recently Ken Eddy, chairman of the Citizens for Common Sense, inferred in a letter that the citizens of Prairieville Township and the Prairieville Recall Committee were “stupid” if they were in disagreement with the way township government is being operated. Now he is begging for those same people to vote. He implied that there were no other qualified people in our township to assume the supervisor or clerk’s position. These two elected officials seem to have no problem finding qualified people to quickly fill vacancies as they occur. So far, two treasurers, three trustees, one assessor, and their deputies have been replaced. Are you aware that the township hall is open only 28 hours or less a week? Clerk Jill Owens is frequently on vacation or playing golf and isn’t available to help people if they need it. Did you know Supervisor Stoneburner works another job in the summer? So, he is not available to residents during the day? Did you know Stoneburner does not pay property taxes in Prairieville Township? Did you know we no longer have an employed township assessor because the township board’s choice was not to support her or provide her with the tools she had been promised at a township meeting? Instead, the board has hired an outside firm and bought them the tools with our tax dollars, to the tune of $151,000, plus? Is this money going outside our township? That is for sure. Now Ken Eddy is asking for residents’ support and wants them to vote for his cause. Doug Ford, Prairieville Township crepancies and other problems led to the conclusion that taxpayer interests were not being effectively or efficiently met. Unfortunately, many of these interests still are not being met. To this day, apparent mistreatment of personnel and questionable management practices are continuing. It first became clearly apparent when the township board illegally terminated Officer Mark Doster, one of the best police officers this township has had. Over the past two years, almost the entire township hall office force and election poll workers have resigned, retired or been terminated, resulting in a tremendous loss of township experience. Most recently our tax assessor, Sheri Armintrout, was callously fired. She was not given counseling or constructive help in bringing our township tax records up to Michigan code. She was not shown the respect, dignity and honor our community owes her for her 19 years of loyal service to Prairieville Township. There is a perception on the part of many that the supervisor and clerk, using the newly appointed trustees, ramrodded Sheri out. They wanted to get rid of her. At this month’s meeting, the board quickly approved the hiring of an outside assessing firm at a three-year cost of over $151,000. Sheri and a few others could also have done this job for the township if she had been given the software she requested for two years and never got, along with other positive management support. Interestingly, the software was purchased after her termination was determined by the board. The supervisor and clerk don’t seem genuinely concerned with matters that are important to taxpayers. They appear to have an arrogant, indifferent attitude where some township business is concerned. For example, the township office is now closed during the lunch period, often the only time many constituents can make personal appearances. This permits the entire township staff to go to lunch at the same time, rather than scheduling so that the office could remain open. Another example occurred in December 2009. It appears that the supervisor did not adequately monitor the status of the ambulance service supporting the township. He apparently was unaware of, or not engaged in, the problems that caused revocation of the ambulance service’s license by the State of Michigan. As a result, many township residents using ambulance service may have been compromised or placed at risk. There are other examples; however, suffice it to say that approaches taken by our township management to many township issues often make it seem that our officials are not listening to our founding fathers who espoused that government should be of the people, by the people and for the people. In the past, those opposed to recall actions have tried to scare township taxpayers by saying that a recall election would cost thousands of dollars. This is not true. As you know, the recall voting is being done during a regular primary election, thus, there are no additional election costs to taxpayers. I urge everyone to review the information obtained by the Prairieville Recall Committee. This is the documented evidence of the assertions that have been made. I also encourage everyone to go to the polls and vote Aug. 3. I am voting ‘yes’ for recall, and I urge you to do the same. Susan Bosma, Prairieville Township IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Let’s end ‘politics as usual’ To the editor: The people of the 87th district need Mike Bremer to represent them in Lansing. Bremer will bring to Lansing a fresh approach to change the politics-as-usual syndrome that now exists. It is time for both Republicans and Democrats to start to work together to get Michigan back in shape. Bremer, with his experience, his excellent communications and his ability to bring others together is the right person to get both sides of the aisles on a bipartisan path to improve our great state and the 87th district. The current established political machine will not like this idea and will still want it to be ‘them versus us’ instead of an era of cooperation. They will misinterpret Bremer’s issues; try to twist his ideas to their advan- Janette Dean, Middleville Committee chair is full of hot air To the editor: In the July 22 letters to the editor section of the Banner, Ken Eddy makes an impassioned plea on behalf of the two remaining Prairieville Township officials, Clerk Jill Owens and Supervisor Jim Stoneburner. Within his letter, Eddy talks of competent, dedicated leadership of the caliber we currently have. Remember that Eddy sits on the township zoning board and is a personal friend of Jim Stoneburner. Eddy said he is concerned about how business will be conducted in the township for many years to come. The recall committee doesn’t think it has been conducted very well for about two years. The recall committee doesn’t feel that there is dedicated or competent leadership on the part of the clerk or the supervisor, when it comes to conducting the business of the township. Eddy refers to the tactics and behavior of the recall committee. Nothing has been done that is improper or outside the law on the part of the recall committee. The committee’s efforts have been directed at uncovering and exposing the inequities of the current board members, Owens and Stoneburner. Eddy asks, will the future of the township be hopeful or hopeless, if the recall is successful. The recall committee feels that if successful, conditions at the township hall should improve immensely. Eddy feels that a no vote will preserve freedom and democracy in our township and return civility to the township and the duly elected officials. I would like to remind Eddy that the recall committee was formed because of freedom and democracy. Eddy is concerned about reinstating civility toward our elected officials. If there is a civility problem, as Eddy states, it is from the supervisor and the clerk. These are the very people he is trying to defend. Their actions have brought about the recall effort. Eddy mentions that it will be difficult if not impossible to find qualified people in the township to serve as elected officials or serve in any appointed capacity for that matter. Why? Who would subject themselves to a possible recall? I would like to remind Eddy that in America, election to public office also brings with it the possibility of recall, because we are a free country. People subject themselves to recall because of their improper actions, negligence or bad decisions. The recall effort has not been conducted just for “something to do.” It was initiated and carried out in an effort to try and correct what was and is perceived as very poor leadership or the lack thereof. I find it hard to believe that Ken Eddy apparently feels that no one in the township is capable of handling the positions of the supervisor and the clerk. He never expressed any regrets when these people systematically let go so many other employees and election workers of the township. Those people represented many, many years of on-the-job experience serving the people of the community. Their years of faithful and dedicated service were, in my opinion, far more valuable than the years that the supervisor and the clerk represent. Please think about your township, your community and your future. Please vote yes to remove the primary source of problems currently facing Prairieville Township. 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Michigan Ave.) Hastings Open Daily: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon Dean and Jeanne Petersen, Middleville 07548830 �Page 6 — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Recall is warranted, not about sore losers CITY OF HASTINGS PUBLIC NOTICE ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 459 77547943 The undersigned, being the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the City of Hastings, Michigan, does hereby certify that Ordinance No. 459 AMENDING THE HASTINGS CITY CODE BY ADDING ARTICLE III TO CHAPTER 22, ADDING SECTIONS 22-70, 22-71, AND 22-72 TO IMPOSE A MORATORIUM ON THE ISSUANCE OF CITY PERMITS, LICENSE, OR APPROVALS FOR THE SALE OR DISPENSATION OF MEDICAL MARIHUANA was adopted by the City Council of the City of Hastings at a regular meeting on the 26th of July, 2010. A complete copy of this Ordinance is available for review at the office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk Worship Together… 77547804 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. The praise team rehearses on Wednesday’s at 6:30 p.m. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Tenth Sunday after Pentecost Aug. 1 - One service at 10:00. After worship congregational meeting to vote on Pastor. No Sunday School June/August. 6:008:30 Vacation Bible School. Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover grace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Coffee Time; 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 7 p.m. Praise Team. Friday - 9 a.m. Golfer’s Group. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 learning some of the responsibilities and in hopes of a smooth transition. Given situations in my life (my husband passed away nine days after the election), Jill was maybe not able to come in as much as she would have liked. If this makes me a sore loser, then so be it. I have read articles regarding the dinosaur computers and programs that were in use at the time, we had chosen to change the Fund Balance program to Resources (also known as Pontem Software). General ledger and accounts payable accounts had been updated in Windows-based programs and it was my understanding that payroll and cash receipts were to be Windows-based soon. Anyone with any knowledge of computers should know that computers are run on DOS, including the BSA program. I did not feel the need to change programs again at yet further cost to our taxpayers. Also approximately a year before I left office, four computers were replaced, along with the server. I have sat back and listened to these indi- Area Obituaries Lorraine T. (Laurie) Sarhatt Kenneth G. Baker 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 KEWADIN – Lorraine T. (Laurie) Sarhatt, age 83, of Kewadin and Lansing, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, passed away peacefully July 15, 2010 at Munson Medical Center with her three loving children holding her hand. She joined Bob, her “Sweetie,” and is now jitterbugging happily with him in the after-life. Laurie was born and raised in Bay City to Mary and Walter Golombek. On August 13, 1949, Laurie married her high-school sweetheart and returning World War II G.I., Robert (Bob) Sarhatt of Flint. Laurie and Bob made a great team—she the hard-nosed pragmatist and he the eternal optimist. They raised their three children in Lansing, and were very involved in their community. Bob and Laurie spent their golden years on the shores of Grand Traverse Bay. There, Laurie created idyllic memories for her seven grandchildren, all of whom she adored. Laurie embraced and relished the noble calling of devoted wife, mother, and homemaker. In addition, Laurie attended Michigan State University and was a plucky professional. From the 1940s – late 50s, Lorraine performed office and computer (!) work at Bell Telephone, IBM, Farm Bureau, Atlas Drop Forge, and the State of Michigan. When the children got older, she worked at John Henry Seed Co. and was the beloved ‘hostess with the mostess’ at Jacobson’s Dining Room, well-known to MSU students, professors, and loyal Jacobson’s clientele. Laurie was predeceased in death by her parents, Mary and Walter; a stillborn son; and Bob, her husband of over 60 years who passed away April 8, 2010. She is survived by her three children, Sandy Sarhatt Pear (David) of Darien, Conn., Rene’ Atayan (Christopher) of Bronxville, N.Y., and Greg Sarhatt (Sue Ann), of Hastings; seven grandchildren, Alexandra, Alina, Amanda, Channing, Mitchell, Ara and Zachary; and her younger sister Delores Wyss (Walter). A Celebration of “Sweet Lorraine’s” Life will be held on August 15, 2010 , Sunday afternoon from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Twisted Fish Art Gallery, 10443 S. Bayshore Drive, Elk Rapids. A private burial, reuniting husband and wife, will take place at St. Joseph Cemetery in Lansing on August 13, Bob and Laurie’s 61st wedding anniversary. Memorial contributions may be made to the Robert E. and Lorraine T. Sarhatt Memorial Fund, Alden Men’s Club, P.O. Box 261, Alden, MI 49612. Laurie and Bob were especially fond of the Alden Men’s Club, an organization whose mission is to support local families in need. Arrangements have been entrusted to Covell Funeral Home, Elk Rapids. Please share a memory of Laurie at www. MeM.com. HASTINGS, MI - Kenneth G. Baker, age 61, formerly of Hastings, passed away peacefully at the V.A. Hospital in Detroit on July 22, 2010. He was born in Sault Ste. Marie on June 17, 1949 to Merlin and Virginia Baker. He is survived by his children, Jeffrey and Alexis Baker; his former wife, Cindy Baker; his mother, Virginia Baker; sisters, Carol Emmons and Peggy Narhi; brothers, Chester and Andrew Baker; and many nieces and nephews. Ken was a devoted father and served proudly in the Vietnam War. He was happiest when he was surrounded by his beloved family and friends, nature, and his canine companions. Mackinac Island also held a special place in Ken’s heart, and it’s because of this fondness that his cremains will be scattered on the island, as well as a permanent site at Fort Custer in Battle Creek. Funeral arrangements were made through Perry Funeral Home in Detroit. Church services took place at St. Rose of Lima on July 27, 2010. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. viduals speak their minds, but now I am tired of being accused of being the reason for the recall. I will state again for the record, given the major changes that took place in November of 2008, losing my husband and all income at the same time was a real blow from which I am still striving to recover. Going back to the position of township clerk is not anything that I feel prepared to do. I can tell you that my relatives who live close to Jill Owens started working on her recall when apparently she felt the need to use her new position for her own interest regarding an easement on Crooked Lake. This easement has been used in this matter for at least 40 years and that is back when I lived in the home across the street from her residence. Election workers who served the township prior to my becoming clerk are no longer being considered to work elections. These are individuals who did an exemplary job, and many of you came to know on first-name basis. Why would Clerk Owens not continue to use these educated, certified and experience people? In the matter of the closed session of the board, I was mortified, to find that three members who had been present and took part in a closed session not even a year prior, chose to overlook the rules and not only go into closed session without a motion, but without the employee having knowledge of the session and his pending termination. Had the public present been made aware of the purpose of that session, it would have been obvious before it started as to the outcome given Officer Thompson was appointed the rank of sergeant before the closed session based on the fact that he was the longest serving fulltime officer at the time. Wrong, until after the closed session and the termination of the employee, he was not the longest serving fulltime officer. Given it was not only the first meeting for the new treasurer, but also her first day at the office, I might suggest that she did not have adequate time to review the situation, so maybe could or should have abstained from the vote. Professional Code Inspections, now the zoning administration for the township, sent me a letter dated Sept. 30, 2009, informing me of numerous complaints from residents in my area concerning a large amount of items being stored in front of my house for what appeared to be a yard sale in excess of 30 days and that my property was unsightly. This letter also stated that I was not in violation of the township ordinance! Other yards within the village have looked unsightly for longer periods of time than mine that have not received any such letter, nor did they have the privilege of having Clerk Jill Owens taking photos of their yard, as I did. Yes, Jill knows she was seen. Where are the photos, in my property file? If you question the letter I claim to have received from PCI, I have the original; however, PCI should have a master copy on file. In regard to bringing Prairieville Township into the 21st century, I would like to remind you that we are a rural community, we are not Kalamazoo, Battle Creek or Detroit and not eve as large of a town as Delton. Our people have told us that they want this to remain a rural community. In my opinion, we do not need costly state-of-the-art equipment. We, previous board members, strove to save money, not spend it. I am running for the position of township trustee, and I do continue to serve on the planning and zoning commission. I do still have an interest in our township welfare and our citizens. Please take these things into consideration when you go to the polls – with numerous new workers – to cast your vote, Aug. 3. Normajean Nichols, Prairieville Township Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. 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Lauer Family Funeral Homes To the editor: In response to the letter to the editor in the July 15 Hastings Banner by Kathy Mutschler, titled “Board has saved township money,” I would like to make a clarification. I am Normajean Nichols, township clerk for 16 years (four terms) and also the individual who is referred to in this article as “the real issue” - that had lost the election two years ago thanks to the wisdom of voters who now wants the position back. It is pretty clear that this is in reference to me, given that I am the only one to have been unseated. So who is this individual referring to by stating “those people?” To my knowledge, none of the recall committee members were employees of the township two years ago. I have placed my name on the August ballot for one of the trustee positions. I do not wish to have the position of township clerk back at this time. That is not to say that in two years, I will not have my life and head straightened out enough by then to decide to run for that position again. I currently have a job that I not only appreciate, but enjoy. It is my understanding that some individuals feel that my name is on the ballot for trustee, so if the recall goes through, I could step back into the clerk’s position. I am not willing to do so. Reading this article makes it appear to me that some think I am a sore loser. These individuals obviously do not know that I called Jill Owens and congratulated her and invited her into the office in attempt to help her in �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — Page 7 Thornapple Twp. residents to vote on returning millage to 1 percent value would be paying a little over $3 in additional property taxes to the township. Township Supervisor Don Boysen, quoting a board member, said “This is less than three bottles of pop at your local convenience store.” The first year of the five-year proposal would raise an estimated $15,483 over the entire tax roll. The provision of the Headlee Amendment to the State of Michigan property tax code was enacted to prevent local property tax-supported governments from reaping the envisioned “largesse” expected as property values go up, Boysen explained. “To a great extent, this fear never really materialized,” said Boysen, “and local governments have lost expected revenues due to the roll back. In our case, Thornapple Township’s loss of millage has impacted the budget over the years. This is especially significant now as local governments have experienced cuts in state shared revenues.” Polls in the three precincts at Thornapple Township Emergency Services, village hall and township hall will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 3. Woodland village, township voters asked to approve millages The Village of Woodland will have three millage requests on Tuesday’s ballot, and Woodland Township will have one. Village residents will be asked to renew 2 mills for Herald Classic Memorial Park, renew 2 mills for village operations and pass Social News Endsley-Beroza The children of Steve Beroza and Ann Endsley wish to announce the engagement of their parents. Steven P. Beroza and Ann M. Endsley (Preston) will be wed on Saturday, Aug. 7,2010 up north. Then on Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010 a special blessing celebration will be held also for family and friends in Grand Haven. A reception is planned for June 2011. Hickey/Wilson 5 generations Recently five generations gathered. They included lower right, great great grandmother, Norma Hickey; back left, great grandmother, Janice Wilson; back right, grandpa, David Wilson; below left, mom, Casie Evans and great grandchildren, Abbie and Clayton Evans. AUDITIONS • AUDITIONS • AUDITIONS !!!!!!! Thornapple Players will hold auditions for “Our Town” by Thornton Wilder Questions? Can’t make auditions? Call 269-945-2332 on August 10 at 7 PM at the Czinder Hallmark Building located at 110 West State Street in downtown Hastings. Please come prepared to read from the script. There are parts for 20+ men and women with some possible doubling for this production. Parts range between the ages of 18- 60’s. Post high school age adults are welcome to audition. Norma Jean Acker is directing. Show Dates are Sept. 23-26 at 7PM. There will be matinees Saturday at 2PM and Sunday October 3 at 2PM. Recall is personal, political attack To the editor: My name is Jim Stoneburner. I have been the Prairieville Township Supervisor for almost four years. The past two years I have had the opportunity to work with an excellent board. The allegations on the recall ballot are false. Remember, in order to get these statements on a recall ballot, they do not need to be true. They only need to be understandable by the average citizen. What is true, is that I have played a role in the recent change in the township’s governing practices. Things in Prairieville Township had been wrong for a long time, and I have helped make many changes – and in doing so, I’ve made many enemies. No longer is the township computer system used to play games. No longer does it have people on the payroll who have not done their jobs for many years. No longer do we have outdated computer systems that few even knew how to run. We have made improvements in the roads, property assessment procedures, cleaned up the cemeteries, worked with area lake associations, property assessment procedures, cleaned up the cemeteries, worked with area lake associations, improved relationships with area police and fire departments and greatly improved the accounting and payroll systems. I believe we have made ethical and difficult decisions which have resulted in a campaign by those who lost a political stronghold in the township two years ago. I am not a professional politician, and I will admit that unintentional mistakes have been made. The board made an error by going into Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 Show your favorite Veteran that you love them and appreciate the sacrifices they made to protect your American freedoms, VOTE! Tuesday, August 3! Marriage Licenses Dominic Thomas Adams, Chittlehampton Umberleigh, United Kingdom and Lisa Kay Harris, Plainwell. Jeffrey William Bell, Plainwell and Colleen Elizabeth Hansen, Plainwell. Duane Edward Bowerman, Hastings and Betty Jean Woodmansee, Hastings. Andres Olivas Diaz, Scottsdale, AZ and Suzanne Mary Klebba, Caledonia. Scott Lee Downing, Hastings and Carrie April Kidder, Hastings. Ryan David Gilland, Hastings and Laura Mary Raffler, Hastings. Shawn Jeffrey Gordon, Middleville and Alison Jean Brinningstaul, Middleville. Christopher James Hardy, Middleville and Amanda Lynne Jones, Middleville. Shane Douglas Hester, Middleville and Cassandra Kay Estioko, Middleville. Allen Kenneth Musser, Nashville and Janelle Rae Clements, Nashville. Shawn Ryan Olmstead, Hastings and Becky Sue Reid, Hastings. Philip Scott Pappas, Ladera Ranch, CA and Andrea Geneva Weir, Ladera Ranch, CA. James Frederick Paul, Middleville and Shanon Marrie Adams, Middleville. Joshua Thomas Pell, Camdenton, MO and Brittany Amber-Leigh Weaver, Camdenton, MO. James Mitchell Raulston II, Hastings and Tennille Lynn Keast, Hastings. Aaron Christopher Shumway, Hastings and Kelli Dian Knowlton, Hastings. Steven John Swientoniowski, Middleville and Melissa Jean Merriman, Middleville. Heath Darryl Thompkins, Battle Creek and Bridget Marie Service, Hastings. Brandon Lee VanHouten, Hastings and Colleen Nicole Fox, Hastings. Richard Arden Weedall Jr., Hastings and Shannon Marie Marcusse, Hastings. a closed session – which was done to protect an employee’s privacy – and the prosecuting attorney ruled it was an unintentional procedural error, but nonetheless, an error. I believe this campaign has been a personal and political attack on the board. The allegations on the ballot are lies, and those of you who know me know that anything I do is for the improvement of this township. Every action we have taken as a board has been for the betterment of Prairieville Township. Not every decision has been easy, but was made with the residents’ best interests in mind. When I originally ran for office, I promised that I would make changes, and changes we have made. Don’t let the vote you cast in 2008 be stolen by a group of people making unfair statements. For those of you who do not know me, contact either me or members of the Committee for Common Sense for Prairieville Township. They have the courage and ethical stamina to back this board. Please vote ‘no’ on the recall Aug. 3. Jim Stoneburner, Prairieville Township Supervisor Both Democrat John Loftus and Republican Walt Eavey SUPPORT BREMER for State Rep. Mike plans to bring this same common sense camaraderie to Lansing. Visit Mike at www.BremerForRep.com Paid for by Committee to Elect Michael Bremer, State Representative, P.O. Box 87, Middleville, MI 49333 Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them The BANNER To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 77547949 77547961 a 2-mill increase for special projects such as spring cleanup, leaf pickup and equipment. Woodland Village Trustee Ron Martin explained that the special projects had previously been part of the general fund. Spring cleanup is getting bigger each year and is costing the village more at a time when revenues are declining. Village officials are also hoping to purchase a leaf machine so they won’t have to depend on borrowing one from Lake Odessa. The park millage is for general maintenance and a sidewalk for a handicap entrance to the park. If passed, all three of the village’s proposals would be effective from 2011 to 2014, and each is estimated to raise $13,003 the first year. Woodland Township is requesting 2 mills for road maintenance. In its rationale for the request, the township board stated that costs of maintaining both gravel and paved roads are increasing, and it receives little meaningful funding from Lansing. Council members acknowledged that excellent maintenance of roads is a matter of pride in the township. “The township would be unable to maintain the appropriate level of funding to these and other township services without the renewal of two mills of extra voted millage,” the resolution reads. The millage renewal, if passed, would be effective 2010 through 2013, inclusive, for the sole purpose of road maintenance and is estimated to raise $126,613. IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV 77547969 Voters in Thornapple Township, including the village of Middleville, will be asked to pass judgment on a proposal on the Aug. 3 primary election ballot. The Thornapple Township Board has placed the issue on the ballot which, if passed, would return the allocated millage to a full 1 mill, instead of rolling it back under the Headlee provisions. Currently, Thornapple Township’s 1-mill tax levy has been reduced to .9375 mills. Passage of the proposal would effectively raise the millage rate by .0625, or $.0625 per $1,000 of taxable value. A homeowner with a $50,000 taxable �Page 8 — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... Are municipal bonds right for you? CK&S Railroad, part IV Tax season “officially” ended on April 15. Yet you can explore tax-smart investment opportunities all year round. And when you’re looking at the fixed-income side of your portfolio, you may want to consider two possibilities: municipal bonds and Build America Bonds. You’ve probably heard of municipal bonds, but you may not be familiar with how they work. You can find two key types of municipal bonds: General obligation bonds finance the daily operations of a municipality or school district, while revenue bonds finance hospitals, utilities, airports, affordable housing and other public works. So when you purchase a “muni,” you are helping support a community. Of course, your investment will bring you some tangible benefits, too. First, you’ll receive regular interest payments. Furthermore, these payments typically are exempt from federal income taxes — and possibly state and local income taxes, too. If you’re in an upper income bracket, you may find munis to be especially valuable. (Keep in mind, though, that some “private activity bonds,” which are typically used to finance airports, housing or stadiums that can benefit private entities, may be subject to the alternative minimum tax, or AMT.) Build America Bonds (BABs) share some similarities with tax-free municipal bonds, although BABs are taxable investments. BABs provide capital to municipalities so that they can build or improve infrastructure, including schools, roads, public buildings and so on. The U.S. Treasury pays state or local government issuers a subsidy equal to 35% of the interest they pay investors for buying the bonds. BABs have proved quite popular among institutional investors, such as pension funds, that typically don’t benefit from tax-free municipal bonds. But are they right for you? It all depends on your individual situation. If you owned a BAB, your interest payments would be federally taxable, but you might get some state tax breaks if you live in the state where the bond is issued. Many BABs have long-term maturities, which may not be a problem if you’re buying the bond for its steady interest payments and plan to hold it for its entire life. But if you think you might want to sell your bond before it matures, be aware that longer-term bonds, by their very nature, are subject to greater interest rate risk than shorter-term bonds — that is, longer-term bond prices will be more affected by interest rate movements. Furthermore, you’ll have to consider credit risk — the possibility that the issuer of your bond will default or be unable to make payments. Remember, the municipality issuing the bond, not the federal government, backs a BAB. Although past performance is not a guarantee of future results, municipal bonds’ historical default rates have been low. Ultimately, you’ll need to consult with your tax advisor before purchasing either a municipal bond or a BAB. Like all investments, they can provide you with benefits, but you need to be absolutely sure of what you’re getting. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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Flash all drains, scuppers, parrapet walls, pipes and units with modified membrane. 4. Extend roof membrane up and over the top of parapet walls, completely covering metal coping. 5. Install aluminum roof coating. 6. provide labor and material warranty information 7. All debris resulting from the above work to be removed from the premises. Contractor to furnish all labor, materials and equipment to complete the project. Job to be completed between August 16th , 2010 and September 1st , 2010 weather permitting. Detailed written quotes taken until August 10th 2010. Any questions contact Tom Campbell at Charlton Park 269-945-3775. The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held July 27, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77547830 Village, Museum & Recreation Area 77547957 2545 S. 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Repair procedure: Remove the cracked mortar 1/2” deep, clean the resulting voids, install a bond breaker at the back side of the prepared void, install a neutral cure color matching silicone joint sealant within the void, dry tooling to avoid any wet slicking procedure. After drying slicking, broadcasting matching sand so as to mimic the surrounding mortar joint. Job to be completed between September 8th 2010 and September 30th , 2010 weather permitting. Detailed written quotes taken until August 17th ,2010 Any questions contact Tom Campbell at Charlton Park 269-945-3775 Another view of the old Shultz Depot, with two C.K.&S. trains meeting there. by H. D. Burpee To coincide with the festival to celebrate the history of the Chicago, Kalamazoo and Saginaw (CK&S) Railroad, Banner staff thought readers would enjoy a look back into the archives. This account appeared in the April 18, 1963, Hastings Banner. ***** Returning to the Battle Creek, Yorkville, Richland and Ramshorn Road, it was decided by the special committee of railroad commissioners that the track was in very poor condition and that it was extremely dangerous to run lightning trains over it. There is one thing evident to the most casual observer and that is that there is no comparison so far as excellence is concerned between the tracks of the Kalamazoo and Hastings road and the “what is it road?” with several names. So far as the Kalamazoo and Hastings road has been laid it is fit now to run passengers over at full speed. The road is now complete about 11 miles leaving 20 miles to build. The distance between Kalamazoo and Hastings being about 31 miles. The party arrived in Kalamazoo about 5:30 and all declared, “they had inhaled enough dust to make the original Adam, but were pleased with the trip.” On September 20, 1887 we find the following report, “The Kalamazoo and Hastings railroad is completed out about 19 miles and at least three miles of track will be laid this week. The company is not prepared to carry freight and do not wish to be bothered with it until the road is completed to Hastings, yet they are already doing a good freight business. Yesterday morning they left here with 16 cars of freight, three cars being loaded with iron. On return there were 16 cars, five being heavily loaded with wheat. “After passing the M. and O. railroad some eight miles out of Kalamazoo, this road passes through a section of country that cannot be excelled in the state for it’s qualities for farming purposes and the projectors of the road are very agreeable surprised at the patronage that the road is already receiving. The track so far as laid is in excellent condition and heavily loaded trains are run over it at the rate of 25 miles an hour. “At Spaulding’s station a store is going up and village lots have already been sold. The same can be said in Delton and the people along the line of the road are on their high heeled shoes and perfectly delighted with the prospects before them and well they may be for it opens a new era in the history of the country through which the road passes. “Kalamazoo is sure to receive benefits from this road and the gentlemen who have labored so many years to secure its construction are entitled to great credit for their perseverance. None have worked harder and given more time than Hon. Thomas S. Cobb and Mr. Frederick Bush. These gentlemen are entitled to the thanks of the whole communi- ty.” The further progress of the road can be followed in the Hastings Banner for 1887. On Oct. 19, it reports that the rails on the C.K.&S. are not within five miles of Hastings. On Oct. 26, it reports that a sink hole on the C.K.&S. not far from Shultz has been causing a lot of trouble. At one point the road has sunk 10 feet, and further sinking is expected. On Nov. 16, we find that a party of 12 men came to Hastings from Kalamazoo on the C.K.&S. While visiting here the sink hole decided to sink some more so they were stranded until the engine and a passenger car backed up to the sink hole from Kalamazoo and waited there until the folks were brought to that place by teams. On Dec. 7, we find that another hole had developed a few rods from the first one. This one was about 100 feet long and the road bed had sunk several feet. On Dec. 24, the Banner reported that trains are now running regularly on the C.K.&S. Sidelights on this construction show that these sink holes went down again in 1888 and that at this time there were six of them. One old timer who worked on them tells that they named them sinkhole number one, number two, etc. He states that in order to fill them they cut down the trees in the area and manhandled them to the holes where they made a basket effect with them. On top of these they threw dirt. There were no steam shovels and all this work was done by hand shovel. Another obstacle was overcome near Hastings where the road crosses the M.C.R.R., then across the Thornapple River. The law in that day was that once you crossed a track with rail then you could keep that right of way. The M.C.R.R. kept an engine and two cars working in that area to keep the C.K.&S. from effecting a crossing. One Sunday when the M.C.R.R. engine had moved out to let another train through and not being alert on account of it being Sunday, the C.K.&S. men moved in and laid a crossing through theM. C. rails. A search of the records show the payroll accounts reveal Mr. Balch to be in charge of the engineers and John McGuire and Lewis Sergeant in charge of the construction groups. We also find that on Sept. 23, 1887, $2,500 was paid to C. P. and F.M.R.R. for a locomotive. On Oct. 12, of that year, two handcars were purchased for $100. On Nov. 23, a passenger coach was purchased for $1,800 and a freight-car for $1,500. Entries for payment for teams and drays explain how the work was done. During 1888 the road ran regular service to Hastings. The train service payroll for January 1888 was $242.24 by October it had risen to $300.75. In June of that year Lewis Sergeant became Superintendent of the road and August we find him on the payroll for $90. Work on construction continued towards Woodbury. (To be continued) Village, Museum & Recreation Area 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings, MI 49058-8102 www.charltonpark.org The 06722052 2 BROTHERS AND A TENT 40’x40’ and 40’x60’ 77546173 77547898 77543076 Tables and chairs available. Call: Dan McKinney 269-838-7057 or Tom McKinney 269-838-3842 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — Page 9 Haas to head Hastings school board; several new teachers hired by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern At the annual meeting of the Hastings Area Schools Board of Education, seats were filled, and a new president took the chair. The board also passed several action items and consent items, both continuing old practices and instating new. Patricia Endsley, president of the board for the past several years, will now be acting as secretary of the board, with the presidency being handed over to Eugene Haas, former treasurer. Also with the acceptance of the nominees, Scott Hodges will be vice-president, and Kevin Beck will be treasurer. Rob Longstreet was also officially accepted as trustee after being elected in May. Board members accepted the resignation of Kathy Carlson, and stated that they have received many applications to fill the open trustee position. The board has narrowed the number of applicants but has not yet reached a decision. After several teachers and other staff members accepted a retirement package at the conclusion of the past school year, the board advertised job openings for the first time in several years. As a result, several new teachers have been hired and others have been reassigned or promoted. The personnel report that was approved contained the following appointments: Jennifer Benvidez, high school and middle school Spanish teacher; Holly Donnini, first grade teacher; Amanda Gurtowsky, second grade teacher; Andrew Keller, high school physical education instructor; Andrew Mains, high school business teacher; Sara MatthewsKaye and Lisa Pohl, high school English/language arts teachers; Steven Storrs, high school fine arts teacher; Lisa Wilson, kindergarten teacher; Rebecca Bradley, elementary co-language coordinator; Cheryl Brown, elementary co-science coordinator; Martin Buehler, high school science coordinator; Angela DePew, special education chair; Edward Domke, industrial arts chair; Janet Foley, middle school math coordinator; Tracy George, co-business/technology/media chair; Cheryl Goggins, middle school language arts coordinator; Steven Kogge, middle school social studies coordinator; Kristen Laubaugh, co-business/technology/media chair; Catherine Magill, elementary math coordinator; Ellyn Main, elementary special education coordinator; Kristina Minch, high school special education coordinator; Timothy Neason, middle school science coordinator; Kelly Newberry, high school math coordinator; Tamara Reser, elementary co-language arts coordinator; Carrie Roe, high school language arts coordinator; Beth Stevens, elementary social studies coordinator; Jeanne Swander, elementary co-science coordinator; JoAnn VandenHout, physical education chair; and Judy Way, high school social studies coordinator. The report also held the following reassignments: Steven Loomis, high school alternative education, and Janet Reynolds, Central Elementary building secretary. The board accepted resignations from the following staff: Joyce Christensen and Stacy Gangwer, community childcare early childhood teachers; and Jeremy Milarch, high school recalled science teacher. During the voting on annual action items, the board approved the purchasing of surety and employee dishonesty bonds. The bonds will ensure against theft or embezzlement of any kind by the treasurer or any other school employees. The bonds will continue in effect until the 2011 annual meeting of the board. Practices carried on from previous years will be organizational memberships, and the authorizing of the superintendent to make arrangements in other organizations during the school year. The superintendent was also authorized to discipline students under certain circumstances, and to make arrangements for annual retainer agreements. The board voted to arrange student accident insurance for parents who want to purchase it. Insurance will be available through the school with Trust Life Insurance Company for the school year. The board also accepted three monetary donations totaling $7,972. Northeastern elementary School PTO donated $972, while the Richard B. Messer Trust gave $5,000 to be used in the drama, musical and film class at the school. The Messer Trust also donated an additional $2,000 to be used for students who cannot afford to pay for fifth grade camp. It was decided that a breakfast program again will be in effect for the school year, with a full-priced breakfast for $1.25, and 30 cents for a reduced-priced breakfast. Lunch this year will be $2.25 for a full-priced student lunch, 40 cents for a reduced-price lunch, and $2.75 for an adult lunch. Sports fees this year will be $5 for admission into high school athletic activities for both adults and students. The middle school athletic admission price will be $3 per event for adults and $2 per event for students. A student pass for admission into all athletic events for a season will be $35, and an adult pass will cost $80 for admission to all athletic events in a season. An all-season family pass will cost $175. The board also approved the following schedule of meetings for the 2010-11 school year Mondays Monday at 7:30 p.m.: Aug. 16, middle school; Sept. 20, Star Elementary School; Oct. 18, Central Elementary School; Nov. 15, Northeastern Elementary; Dec. 20, middle school; Jan. 17, Southeastern Elementary; Feb. 21, middle school; March 21, high school; April 18, middle school; May 16, middle school; and June 20, 2011, middle school. The next meeting of the Board of Education will be conducted Aug. 16, and 7:30 p.m. in the multi-purpose room of Hastings Middle School. 77547848 Lake Odessa By Elaine Garlock Depot Day is Saturday, July 31. The grounds are in fine shape, thanks to the Lake Odessa Garden Club, which does all the planting, watering and weeding and provides the vision. Food will be available near the caboose. The program lineup has Center Stage dancers at noon, tribute to Jerry’s Tire business at 1 p.m., music by Calley and Callton at 1:30, the Janie Rodriguez award at 2, the Gooder-N’Grits Band at 2:30, Vinta’ge band at 3, Thunder Floor Cloggers at 4 and the raffle drawing at 5 p.m. to close the day. Tickets went on sale at Art in the Park and continue until just before 5 p.m. There is a new look on Fourth Avenue with the MainStreet Savings Bank sign replaced by another announcing that the financial institution is now Commercial Bank. The garden tour held Saturday by the Woodland Women’s Study Club was a success, with many visitors going from garden to garden. They ranged from the expansive Thomas yard on Brown Road to single-size village lots put to good advantage by Alice Morrow and the Harvey Frederick’s. Dawn Deatsman has an even smaller lakefront lot but also a full lot across the street where she has many garden beds. Some of the hosts have combined flowers with vegetables in the same bed. This brings interesting color combinations. Many of the gardens incorporate deco- rative items such as small sculptures, plaques and ornaments. An added lure was cold drink or bites of food to enjoy. Mrs. Uli Baecker of Nashville, Tenn. has been visiting her mother Elaine VanLaanen and the family of her sister Vicki Ericksen, and others. The former Trina Yonkers with husband and four young daughters has come from Costa Rica to visit family. Many members gathered at the home of her grandparents, Lester and Virginia Yonkers, last week. They also visited other family members. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 �Page 10 — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner PRIMARY, continued from page 1 TOWNSHIP OF PRAIRIEVILLE BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE 77547833 TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF PRAIRIEVILLE, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the following is a summary of Ordinance No. 137, which was adopted by the Prairieville Township Board at a regular meeting held on July 14, 2010. SECTION1. TITLE AND PURPOSE. This Ordinance is entitled the Prairieville Township Outdoor Furnace Ordinance. The purpose of this Ordinance is to protect the public health, safety and general welfare. SECTION II. DEFINITION. This section defines Outdoor furnace. SECTION III. RESTRICTIONS. This section sets forth various restrictions regarding outdoor furnaces. These restrictions include, but are not limited to, construction standards, limitation on the type of fuel used in any outdoor furnace, a limitation to the establishment of such outdoor furnaces on a parcel of land or 1 acre of larger; minimum 25 ft. property setback requirement and the requirement of an outdoor furnace permit. SECTION IV. VARIANCES. This section sets forth the standards and procedures to be followed with respect to any request for a variance from the requirements of this Ordinance. SECTION V. SEVERABILITY. The provisions of this Ordinance are severable. SECTION VI. SANCTIONS. Violation of this Ordinance is a municipal civil infraction punishable by a fine of not less than $75.00 and not more than $500.00. SECTION VII. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall take effect 30 days after publication following adoption. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance are repealed. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the full text of this Ordinance has been posted in the Office of the Prairieville Township Clerk at the address set forth below and that copy of the Ordinance may be purchased or inspected at the office of the Prairieville Township Clerk during regular business hours of regular working days following the date of this publication. PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Jill Owens, Clerk 10115 S. Norris Road Delton, Michigan 49046 (269) 623-2664 David “Mike” Boles Benjamin Geiger Robert Houtman Joe Lyons Donald Nevins Dan Parker Craig Stolsonburg Jeff VanNortwick Gary White Directors and Stoney Point Association. Political experience — sat on Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners from 1991 to 1998, serving as chairman of that board for three years, in addition to having served on the Barry County Board of Commissioners since 2009 and currently serving as that board’s chairman. Political identification — Republican. Why are you seeking re-election to the board? “I am seeking re-election to continue to apply my experience in service to the citizens of Barry County and because I enjoy elected public office.” What is your opinion of how you have performed as a member of the board? “On a scale of 1 to 10, with ‘10’ being highest, I rank myself at ‘8.’ I am striving to grow and improve.” What do you feel is the most important issue facing the county? How have you worked to address that issue? “The most important issue facing the county is our budget, which is the financial life-blood for all county services. We face decreasing tax revenues and increasing expenditures for at least the next three to five years. We must do more with less, and the board must lead by example. As chairman, I’ve reduced the cost of operating the board of commissioners by implementing the committee-of-the-whole process and recently proposed a flat salary and elimination of the per diem payment system for the 2011-12 board of commissioners. I am vigilant in how taxpayer funds are spent, and I’m always looking for ways to save money while providing better quality service.” What is your opinion of discussions recently had about a recycling program encompassing the entire county and facilitated by representatives of the county? “Recycling in Barry County is spotty, at best. Citizens are confused regarding where they can recycle and who is paying for it. Ideally, we would have a county-wide recycling program with service available in every municipality. Unfortunately, recycling is not a free service, and the recyclables do not produce enough revenue to pay for the service. Therefore, some municipalities in Barry County are proactive and provide recycling service to their citizens, paying for it from their general funds. I am very grateful to those municipalities for their responsible environmental stance, reducing the burden on our landfill and providing a valuable service to their citizens. The county is not allowed to collect a fee to fund recycling without an interlocal agreement with individual townships or municipalities. In my view, in this time of shrinking revenues, foreclosures and high unemployment rates, no municipality, including the county, should add to the tax burden. I encourage the municipalities who do not currently provide recycling service to raise its priority in their budgets and to consider funding the service from their general funds, if only on a limited basis. The county board must continue to work through its solid waste management planning committee to be a coordinator and facilitator for recycling and to look for new and better answers; however, it all comes down to money. County funds are not available to pay for a county-wide program at this time.” What is your opinion of the recent proposal to create an advisory committee to assist the Barry County Animal Shelter and the department under which it operates? “An animal control advisory board composed Continued on next page City of Hastings NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING City of Hastings NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Hastings will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, August 17, 2010, at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Zoning Board of Appeals to hear comments and make a determination on a variance request by owner, Hastings City Bank, 150 West Court Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The applicant has requested a variance from Section 90973 (1) (b) (2) of the City of Hastings Code of Ordinances, that if granted, will allow the construction of a ground sign that exceed the maximum allowable 6 feet above grade. Legal description of said property is: Lot 73 & 74 Supervisor’s Glasgow’s Add #2, City of Hastings, EX COM E COR LOT 73 FOR POB; TH N42 degrees 05 feet WEST 66 FEET, TH S48 degrees WEST TO E LINE PLATTED OSBORNE ST, TH S01 degrees 25 FEET WEST TO S CORNER LOT 73, TH N48 degrees EAST 156.1 FEET TO POB> ALSO VACATED OSBORNE ST N OF SECTION CORNER COMMON TO SEC 16, 17, 20, 21, T3N, R8W. Written comments will be received on the above request at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269-945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Hastings will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, August 17, 2010, at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Zoning Board of Appeals to hear comments and make a determination on a variance request by owner, Bliss Clearing Niagara, 1004 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The applicant has requested a variance from Section 90579 (2) (a) of the City of Hastings Code of Ordinances, that if granted, will allow the construction of a building addition with a front yard setback less than the minimum required 25 feet. Legal description of said property is: Lot 73 & 74 Supervisor’s Glasgow’s Add. #2, City of Hastings, EX COM E COR LOT 73 FOR POB; TH N42 degrees 05 feet WEST 66 FEET, TH S48 degrees WEST TO E LINE PLATTED OSBORNE ST. TH S01 degrees 25 FEET WEST TO S CORNER LOT 73, TH N48 degrees EAST 156.1 FEET TO POB> ALSO VACATED OSBORNE ST N OF SECTION CORNER COMMON TO SEC 16, 17, 20, 2, T3N, R8W. Written comments will be received on the above request at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269-945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-469-3777. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk 77547947 duties? “I’ve worked closely with the board of commissioners and feel they have done a good job at leading the county through difficult times. We have some very innovative and principled leaders in Barry County. On their own, the board voted to cut their own salaries for the good of the county. This is the kind of proactive leadership I hope to continue as a county commissioner.” What do you feel is the most important issue facing the county? How would you address that issue? “The most important issue facing county government is how to budget for next year and the years ahead. The board will need to balance the budget, with decreasing revenue and increasing costs. We can get through difficult times by carefully reviewing the county’s investments and long-term obligations with a fine-tooth comb. I’d work with my fellow commissioners to pass budgets that won’t increase the burden on taxpayers and that won’t end up costing the county long-term. However, the most important issue facing the people of Barry County is jobs. While many of the solutions to our economic problems can be solved at the state and federal levels, there are things we, as a county, can do. I’d work closely with our economic development leaders to build on our strengths and promote Barry County agri-business and agritourism.” What is your opinion of discussions recently had about a recycling program encompassing the entire county and facilitated by representatives of the county? “I am opposed to a new county-wide recycling program. This is not the time to be adding new government programs to the county’s budget.” What is your opinion of the recent proposal to create an advisory committee to assist the Barry County Animal Shelter and the department under which it operates? “I am opposed to a new advisory committee for the Barry County Animal Shelter. I believe the board should look into other ways of getting public input, without forming another committee and restructuring the shelter’s administration.” What is your opinion of recent efforts to move the Civil War monument currently located at Tyden Park to the lawn of the Barry County Courthouse? “I support moving the monument back to its original place on the courthouse lawn. It has been indicated to me that county funds will not be used to move the monument.” Robert Houtman Education — graduated from Western Michigan University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and master’s degree in public administration. Work experience — worked as court services administrator for Orange County clerk of courts, administrator of Kalamazoo County Ninth Circuit Court and national training manager for Eaton Corporation, in addition to having served in the Michigan Army National Guard as a command sergeant major. Community involvement — worked and continues to work with various organizations, including the American Legion, City of Kalamazoo Planning Commission, City of Orlando Nuisance Abatement Board, Kalamazoo Downtown Rotary Club, Michigan Department of Career Development Office of Workforce Development, Michigan Emergency Volunteers, National Alliance of Business, Presbyterian Church, RESTORE Board of 77547945 David “Mike” Boles Education — attended Kellogg Community College. Work experience — worked as a supervisor of maintenance for Kellogg Company before becoming the building administrator of Burnham Brook Community Center. Community involvement — served in the United States Navy from 1966 to 1970 and currently a member of Bedford Masonic Lodge 207. Political experience — served as supervisor of Assyria Township from 1994 to 2004 and chairman of the Bellevue Community Fire Board from 1994 to 2004, in addition to having served on the Assyria Township Board of Review. Political identification — Republican. Why are you seeking election to the board? “I am unhappy with the actions of the current board.” What is your opinion of how current members of the board have performed their duties? “Eighty percent not good.” What do you feel is the most important issue facing the county? How would you address that issue? “The budget — start cutting.” What is your opinion of discussions recently had about a recycling program encompassing the entire county and facilitated by representatives of the county? “This would cost too much for the entire county.” What is your opinion of the recent proposal to create an advisory committee to assist the Barry County Animal Shelter and the department under which it operates? “They need to tell us what the problem is, first.” What is your opinion of recent efforts to move the Civil War monument currently located at Tyden Park to the lawn of the Barry County Courthouse? “I have no opinion, at this time. They need to let Michael Brown [Barry County administrator[ handle this.” Benjamin Geiger Education — has attended Lansing Community College, Western Michigan University and Michigan State University, where he currently is earning a bachelor’s degree in economics. Work experience — has worked as a district liaison for Rep. Brian Calley since 2007. Community involvement — has served as president of the Woodland Improvement Committee and is a member of the Woodland Eagles Club. Political experience — appointed Republican precinct delegate for Woodland Township in 2007; elected to that position in 2008, the same year he was elected chairman of the Barry County Republican Party. Political identification — Republican. Why are you seeking election to the board? “For the past four years, I’ve visited every township, city and village in Barry County, listening to our local elected officials and the citizens they represent on how Michigan government can work for our people again. I’m running for the board of commissioners because I understand the difficult challenges ahead for Barry County. Working for a state lawmaker has given me unique skills and experience to help overcome these challenges and keep county government on the right track.” What is your opinion of how current members of the board have performed their �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — Page 11 of Barry County residents (volunteer experts in animal health care, marketing, adoption, fundraising, animal rescue, the business of shelter operation, grant procurements, education about animal care and animal control laws) would definitely be a major help to whichever county agency manages the animal control function. Our animal control service doesn’t have to be bad to get better and to accept citizen participation. We do have room for improvement. Improving the quality of life for our unwanted animals, reducing euthanasia and raising the quality and cost-effectiveness of service for Barry County residents should be a priority for the Barry County Board of Commissioners.” What is your opinion of recent efforts to move the Civil War monument currently located at Tyden Park to the lawn of the Barry County Courthouse? “The honoring of all veterans and their service to our country in protecting our freedom and way of life should be encouraged. If the City of Hastings Downtown Development Authority and a group of interested citizens wish to design and fund this project, include Barry County veterans of more recent conflicts into the design and bring the project to reality, I believe they should be allowed to do so. The county should be cooperative, while ensuring that already memorialized trees are identified and either moved or, if not specifically memorialized, replaced if the final location of the monument requires their removal. The county courthouse grounds are a very fitting location for this type of remembrance.” Joe Lyons Education — graduated from Hastings High School. Work experience — is semi-retired, working part-time for Lyons Septic Tank Services. Community involvement — coaches youth baseball. Political experience — served as a trustee of the Rutland Charter Township Board for eight years and is serving his first term on the board of commissioners. Political identification — Republican. Why are you seeking re-election to the board? “I feel I bring transparency to the board. I like to deal with issues head-on.” What is your opinion of how you have performed as a member of the board? “I feel I have performed well.” What do you feel is the most important issue facing the county? How have you worked to address that issue? “The county budget; we have to get our priorities in order.” What is your opinion of discussions recently had about a recycling program encompassing the entire county and facilitated by representatives of the county? “Good idea, but how do you pay for it? Every township must be on board.” What is your opinion of the recent proposal to create an advisory committee to assist the Barry County Animal Shelter and the department under which it operates? “The county must have this. All the input I’ve received has been positive.” What is your opinion of recent efforts to move the Civil War monument currently located at Tyden Park to the lawn of the Barry County Courthouse? “I think it is a good idea. It would be more visible to the public.” Donald Nevins Education — graduated from Kalamazoo Valley Community College with a degree in law enforcement. Work experience — retired from the Barry County Sheriff’s Department in 2002, after serving for more than 28 years. Community involvement — has been involved with various organizations, including Barry County Central Dispatch, Barry County Community Mental Health Authority, Green Gables Haven, a local development finance authority and Michigan Works Association. Political experience — now serves on the board. Political identification — Republican. Why are you seeking re-election to the board? “I am seeking re-election to the board to continue to serve the people of Barry County.” What is your opinion of how you have performed as a member of the board? “I feel I have performed at a level the people appreciate.” What do you feel is the most important issue facing the county? How have you worked to address that issue? “The biggest issue facing the county is finances. I have worked with board members and staff to keep employees working within the staff.” What is your opinion of discussions recently had about a recycling program encompassing the entire county and facilitated by representatives of the county? “It’s very important to involve everyone, for it to be successful.” What is your opinion of the recent proposal to create an advisory committee to assist the Barry County Animal Shelter and the department under which it operates? “I think an advisory board would help the shelter because citizens would be involved in the care and compassion for animals. When the new shelter was built, many citizens were concerned and involved, donating money.” What is your opinion of recent efforts to move the Civil War monument currently located at Tyden Park to the lawn of the Barry County Courthouse? “I have talked with many people, and the consensus is that it would be more visible in the courthouse yard.” Dan Parker Education — attended Baker College and Muskegon Community College. Work experience — has worked for Zenas Corporation for nearly 30 years, having served as its president for most of that time. Community involvement — has been involved with various boards and committees, including those associated with the American Youth Soccer Organization, Court-Appointed Special Advocates for Kids, Middleville Appreciation Day, Middleville Heritage Day, Taste of Middleville and public education, in addition to being a member of the Middleville Rotary Club and having served as a soccer and baseball coach. Political experience — has experience serving with various organizations, including the Middleville Village Council, housing commission, planning commission and zoning board of appeals, in addition to the Barry County Economic Development Alliance and Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education. Political identification — Republican. Why are you seeking election to the board? “I am seeking election to the county commission because I believe in blooming where you’re planted. Linda, my wife, and I have raised four children in Barry County’s Middleville area. These are tough times for many people and businesses and local governments. We need creative ideas, positive attitudes and teamwork to keep Barry County the gem that it is.” What is your opinion of how current members of the board have performed their duties? “I have no agenda nor an ax to grind with any issue or current board member. We all better be making decisions on what is best for the residents of Barry County.” What do you feel is the most important issue facing the county? How would you address that issue? “The most important issue is the economy and jobs. I would work to make sure that Barry County is not the ‘best-kept secret,’ but a place for industry, business and professionals to either establish, relocate or expand their endeavors.” What is your opinion of discussions recently had about a recycling program encompassing the entire county and facilitated by representatives of the county? “No opinion, until I acquire the knowledge of facts and reasons of others. Otherwise, it could and probably would be an ignorant opinion.” What is your opinion of the recent proposal to create an advisory committee to assist the Barry County Animal Shelter and the department under which it operates? See above response. What is your opinion of recent efforts to move the Civil War monument currently located at Tyden Park to the lawn of the Barry County Courthouse? See above response. Craig Stolsonburg Education — graduated from Grand Rapids Community College with an associate’s degree in applied arts and sciences. Work experience — has worked as a real estate agent since 1998, currently serving as associate broker of Bellabay Realty. Community involvement — serves as president elect of the Middleville Rotary Club, in addition to regularly participating in Day of Caring and contributing to organizations such as the American Red Cross and Barry County United Way. Political experience — now serving his first term on the board. Political identification — Republican. Why are you seeking re-election to the board? “I’m seeking re-election because I really enjoy working as a commissioner. I feel like I’m doing a good job. I think it’s really important to keep conservative leadership in the office, especially during these difficult economic times.” What is your opinion of how you have performed as a member of the board? “In my humble opinion, I think I’ve done a great job.” What do you feel is the most important issue facing the county? How have you worked to address that issue? “The most important issue facing the county is our long-term financial stability. I’ve taken great strides to reduce spending throughout the county budget. I’ve even made a proposal to cut my own pay for the next two years, minimum.” What is your opinion of discussions recently had about a recycling program encompassing the entire county and facilitated by representatives of the county? “We need to encourage people to recycle as much as possible, but the county is not in the financial position to pay for county-wide recycling. We can do a better job of educating the public and township officials about the availability of current recycling programs.” What is your opinion of the recent proposal to create an advisory committee to assist the Barry County Animal Shelter and the department under which it operates? “This is an ongoing issue, and I cannot comment on it at this time.” What is your opinion of recent efforts to move the Civil War monument currently located at Tyden Park to the lawn of the Barry County Courthouse? “I think it’s a terrific idea. I hope the public fully supports the project and makes it a reality.” Jeff VanNortwick Education — graduated from Michigan State University Institute of Agricultural Technology with certification in landscapes and nurseries. Work experience — owns Environmental Landscape Services. Community involvement — founding member of both Battle Creek Parks and Recreation and Lakeview Downtown Development Authority, in addition to being involved in various capacities with Historic Charlton Park. Political experience — now serving his second term on the board. Political identification — Republican. Why are you seeking re-election to the board? “There is a lot of work that needs to be continued that has the support of the commissioners and the majority of residents. Barry County can continue to be a model of fiscal responsibility and transparency in local government.” What is your opinion of how you have performed as a member of the board? “I feel very comfortable with how I have performed, as I have faced several tough issues. Historic Charlton Park is continuing to show strength and pride as a shining example of what the citizens expect in return for their support. The volunteers who assist the park are incredible with programing and events. The TOST [Time of Sale or Transfer] Ordinance, while controversial, was voted in 7-1. This single ordinance is an opportunity to do more for freshwater of our 300-plus bodies of water in Barry County, as well as the wetlands and streams. Protecting our natural resources will continue to enhance our fishing and hunting areas. Hunters, anglers and bird watchers are all part of the tourism that is one of Barry County’s economic engines.” What do you feel is the most important issue facing the county? How have you worked to address that issue? “Jobs, by far, are the most important issue. When you have jobs and low unemployment, people will spend for recreation and many other durable goods. I have been working to support these concepts with our tourism council and local food networks. Expanding the local agricultural commodities to include a local food network that will supply for area restaurants, schools, jails and other institutions can have a long-term economic impact as well.” What is your opinion of discussions recently had about a recycling program encompassing the entire county and facilitated by representatives of the county? “The solid waste oversight committee for Barry County has the opportunity to make the recommendations to the townships on how to pursue a recycling program. I support recycling 100 percent. Many like myself recycle voluntarily and transport their items periodically to a recycling center. Township sites seem to be the best fit, currently, for those of us who are in the countryside. Individual municipal programs for Hastings and Middleville are far easier to administrate and have oversight for than the less-populated areas. These rural folks are the ones seeking the access to recycling, so it seems.” What is your opinion of the recent proposal to create an advisory committee to assist the Barry County Animal Shelter and the department under which it operates? “The time is right and the interest is there to develop the advisory board for the animal shelter. The stakeholder knowledge that can be brought to the table to better assist the shelter staff and provide better public service to the residents of the county is needed. I don’t see a downside to this, with the committed people whom Barry County has for quality animal care and the adoption of animals. Continuing education and outreach is also part of the expect outcome to reduce the numbers of unwanted pets.” What is your opinion of recent efforts to move the Civil War monument currently located at Tyden Park to the lawn of the Barry County Courthouse? “If the plan has solid citizen support and nonpublic financing, then so be it. There will hopefully be several public forums for residents to hear about the proposal and make comments themselves. This process should be telling and decide whether it moves ahead or not. I, personally, would be comfortable with a planned improvement of its current location.” Gary White Education — graduated from St. Cloud State University, receiving certification in driver training instruction. Work experience — worked for General Motors for 30 years, prior to opening Green Light Driving School in 2007. Community involvement — member of the Maple Valley Kiwanis Club, 4-H volunteer and hunter safety instructor, in addition to having been a volunteer with the Nashville Maple Syrup Association. Political experience — served as president of the Nashville Village Council from 1996 to 1998, a member of the Barry County Economic Development Collaborative from 1997 to 1998, member of the Village of Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals from 2000 to 2006, in addition to having served on various committees. Political identification — Republican. Why are you seeking election to the board? “For decades, I have represented and made decisions for my family, my business, my previous employment, the Village of Nashville and volunteer organizations. This would be another opportunity for me to use my experience to rep- 77547979 Candidates, continued from previous page resent the concerns of my community on this board, as well as to provide ideas and working with others to better the county, as a whole.” What is your opinion of how current members of the board have performed their duties? “The present commissioners are doing a good job, but, currently, the animal control issue seems to be more emotional and personal than professional.” What do you feel is the most important issue facing the county? How would you address that issue? “The budget is always the No. 1 issue. A constant challenge to any governmental body is attempting to maintain current services while reducing costs. I would explore the ideas of our employees, as they do the jobs every day and know the shortcuts to efficiency. I believe that most people will strive to do their best and help their community.” What is your opinion of discussions recently had about a recycling program encompassing the entire county and facilitated by representatives of the county? “I believe that the recycling programs should be administered by local entities, such as townships, cities and villages, to be most effective.” What is your opinion of the recent proposal to create an advisory committee to assist the Barry County Animal Shelter and the department under which it operates? “The sheriff was elected by the people of Barry County to run the sheriff’s department, which includes animal control. He has not asked for that duty to be taken away, and any advisory committee should be under his direction.” What is your opinion of recent efforts to move the Civil War monument currently located at Tyden Park to the lawn of the Barry County Courthouse? “I don’t think it is a good idea to move the monument from its present location, due to the possibility of damage that could occur. If visibility is the issue, maybe dressing up the present monument site would be a better solution. If the issue is having some form of monument on the courthouse lawn, a monument honoring all of our servicemen and servicewomen, past and present, would be appropriate.” (Note: the original location of the Civil War monument was the intersection of Broadway and State streets in Hastings, not the courthouse lawn, as indicated by Geiger.) �Page 12 — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage (hereinafter Mortgage) and Note and Disclosure Statement (hereinafter Note) made by John A. Eichenauer and Sandra Eichenauer, Husband and Wife (hereinafter Mortgagors), whose address is 6923 Shoreline Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046 (or 6543 Colgrove, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49048) to Access First Federal Credit Union f/k/a/ Kalamazoo Postal Federal Credit Union (hereinafter Mortgagee) whose address is 52800 North Main, Mattawan, Michigan 49071, which Mortgage is dated January 21, 2004, and recorded on February 17, 2004, in the Barry County Register of Deeds, State of Michigan, at Instrument No. 1122296. As of July 29, 2010, the amount due under the Mortgage, made by Mortgagors in favor of Mortgagee, is the sum of Forty Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Five and 05/100 ($40,965.05) Dollars, which includes interest as provided under the Note as 11.75% per annum, to the extent that such interest is allowable under the Mortgage, the related Loan Documents (hereinafter Loan Documents), and under Michigan law. This sum will increase as additional interest, costs, expenses, and attorneys fees accrue under the Loan Documents and which are permitted under Michigan law after the date set forth above. Under the power of sale contained in the Mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public sale to the highest bidder at the East steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058, that being the place of the holding of the Circuit Court for Barry County, State of Michigan, on Thursday, September 2, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. The premises subject to the Mortgage which is being sold is located at 6923 Shoreline Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046, located in the Township of Barry, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and legally described as follows: Lot 22 of Popular Beach #2, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 31, Barry County records. Tax ID No. 08-03-150-019-00. The redemption period shall be SIX (6) MONTHS from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the premises is determined to be abandoned under MCLA§600.3241a in which case the redemption may be shortened to thirty (30) days. Date: July 29, 2010 MORTGAGEE: Access First Federal Credit Union f/k/a/ Kalamazoo Postal Federal Credit Union 52800 North Main Mattawan, MI 49071 Drafted by: Jeffrey D. Swenarton Attorney for Mortgagee Kreis, Enderle, Hudgins & Borsos, P.C. P.O. Box 4010 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49003-4010 Phone: (269) 324-3000 Fax: (269) 324-3010 77547916 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Matthew Malik and Antoinette Smart, Husband and Wife as Joint Tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 17, 2005, and recorded on December 27, 2005 in instrument 1158136, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Six Hundred Eleven And 98/100 Dollars ($113,611.98), including interest at 8.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 11 of Fairhaven Plat, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 45. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #321809F01 77547638 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on May 18, 2005 by James E. Brown, not personally but as trustee on behalf of the James E. Brown Trust, Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on May 24, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1146984. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Three and 19/100 Dollars ($199,343.19), including interest at 7.0% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, August 26, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Parcel 2: Commencing at the center post of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan and running thence North 89° 30’ West 352 feet more or less along the East-West 1/4 line of said section to a point distant South 89° 30’ East 425 feet from the East line of Highway M-37; thence South 00° 11’ East 60 feet parallel with the East line of Highway M-37 to the true place of beginning; thence South 00° 11’ East 385 feet; thence North 89° 30’ West 275 feet; thence North 00° 11’ West 85 feet; thence South 89° 30’ East 25 feet; thence North 00° 11’ West 300 feet; thence South 89° 30’ East 250 feet to the place of beginning. Together with others and easement 60 feet in width for ingress and egress, the South line of which is coincident with the North line of above described parcel, and extending from the East line of Highway M-37 to the East line of above described parcel. P.P. #08-06-020-025-40 More commonly known as 450 Meadow Run, Hastings, Michigan The redemption period shall be six months from the date of the sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank Dated: July 20, 2010 By: Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 77547738 269-226-2982 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy A. Slaght and Bethany J. Slaght, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 27, 2006, and recorded on October 3, 2006 in instrument 1170922, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-One Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Three And 57/100 Dollars ($161,443.57), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 30 rods West of the North and South 1/4 line and 56 rods North of the South line of the Section: thence North 72 rods and 5 feet to land formerly owned by L.H. Cook; thence West 4 rods and 10 feet; thence North 19 rods and 15 feet; thence in a Southwesterly direction along the South line of the Michigan Central Railroad Company, 2 rods; thence South 6 rods and 15 feet; thence South 65 degrees West 43 rods and 5 2/3 feet; thence South 16 chains, 14 1/2 links to the North side of Francis Street; thence South 88 degrees East 46 rods and 14 feet to the place of beginning, being in Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan. Excepting a parcel commencing at a point 795 feet North and 30 rods West of the North and South 1/4 line and 56 rods North of the South line of the Section; thence on North 23 rods and 3 feet to land formerly owned by L.H. Cook; thence West 4 rods and 10 feet; thence North 19 rods and 15 feet; thence in a Southwesterly direction along the South line of the right of way of the Michigan Central Railroad Company 2 rods; thence South 6 rods and 15 feet; thence South 65 degrees West to a point 30 rods and 246 1/3 feet West of the North and South 1/4 line; thence South to a point due West of the place of beginning; thence East to the place of beginning, all in Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547564 File #327843F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on May 18, 2005 by Cabro Partners, LLC, Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on May 23, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1146876. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Four Hundred Forty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Twenty and 37/100 Dollars ($445,420.37), including interest at 7.0% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, August 26, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Parcel 8: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of said Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road and the true point of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 353.00 feet to the Northerly right of way line of Enterprise Drive; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 207 feet along said Northerly line; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 400.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 163.51 feet; thence South 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds East, 63.92 feet to the point of beginning. EXCEPT: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road; thence along said Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 328.50 feet to the true point of beginning; thence continuing along the Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 24.50 feet to the North right-of-way line of Enterprise Drive; thence along said North right-of-way line of Enterprise Drive North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 23.16 feet; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 17.33 feet; thence North 38 degrees 03 minutes 12 seconds East, 9.10 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 17.58 feet to the point of beginning. Tax Parcel No: 55-265-028-00; More commonly known as 1135 Enterprise Drive, Hastings, Michigan. The redemption period shall be six months from the date of the sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank /s/ Rachel J. Foster Dated: July 20, 2010 By: Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 77547732 269-226-2982 MORTGAGE SALE This is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by THOMAS H. CHASE, a single man, and SHIRLEY A. CHASE, a married woman, Mortgagors, to INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CO. SOUTH MI, having its principal office at 4200 East Beltline, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, Mortgagee, dated February 18, 2005 and recorded February 22, 2005 in Instrument #1141705. By reason of such default the undersigned elects to declare the entire unpaid amount of said mortgage due and payable forthwith. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on said mortgage the sum of FIFTY TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED EIGHTY FOUR and 85/100 ($52,584.85) dollars, including interest at the rate of 4.25% per annum. No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided and to pay said amount with interest as provided in said mortgage, and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including attorney fees allowed by law, said mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east door of the Barry County Courthouse, the place of holding the Circuit Court within the County of Barry, City of Hastings, Michigan, on August 12, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., local time. Pursuant to Public Act No. 104, Public Acts of 1971 [MCLA 600.3240(8), MSA 27A.3240(8)] the redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the property is determined to be abandoned under MCLA 600.3241a; MSA 27A.3241(1), in which case the property may be redeemed during the 30 days immediately following the sale or expiration of statutory notice period or expiration of statutory notice period. The premises covered by said mortgage are situated in the Township of Maple Grove, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to wit: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 23, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County Michigan; thence South 40 rods for a place of beginning; thence North 130 feet; thence East 600 feet; thence South 130 feet; thence West 600 feet to the place of beginning. Together with an easement in common that is appurtenant thereto for purposes of ingress and egress thereto over premises described as: commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 23, Town 2 North, Range 7 West; thence South 40 rods; thence North 130 feet for a place of beginning; thence East 600 feet; thence North 33 feet; thence West 600 feet; thence South 33 feet to the place of beginning. The default and foreclosure proceedings include a 1992 Fairmont mobile home, serial #MY9385449A8, permanently affixed thereto, as evidenced by the Certificate of Mobile Home Title and recorded in Instrument #1141704. INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CO. SOUTH MI Mortgagee SCHENK BONCHER & RYPMA Gary P. Schenk P19970 601 Three Mile Road, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49544-1601 77547483 (616) 647-8277 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT; ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW. ATTENTION POTENTIAL PURCHASERS AT FORECLOSURE SALE: In the case of resolution prior to or simultaneously with the aforementioned foreclosure sale, Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Conseco Finance Servicing Corp.) may rescind this sale at any time prior to the end of the redemption period. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited to the return of your bid amount tendered at the sale, plus interest. Default having occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by Deborah L. McKenzie, a single woman, ("Debtors"), to Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Conseco Finance Servicing Corp.) ("Green Tree"), dated June 7, 2000, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry in the State of Michigan on June 9, 2000, in Document Number 1045416, et. seq., on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due as of the date of this Notice the sum of $73,199.86, which amount may or may not be the entire indebtedness owed by Debtors to Green Tree together with interest at 8.0 percent per annum. NOW THEREFORE, Notice is hereby given that the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative and that pursuant to that power of sale and MCL 600.3201 et. seq., on August 12, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., on the East steps of the Circuit Court Building in Hastings, Michigan, that being the place for holding the Circuit Court and/or for conducting such foreclosure sales for the County of Barry, there will be offered at public sale, the premises, or some part thereof, described in said Mortgage as follows, to-wit: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF ORANGEVILLE, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN, IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST; THENCE NORTH, 105 FEET; THENCE WEST, 10 RODS; THENCE SOUTH, 105 FEET; THENCE EAST, 10 RODS TO POINT OF BEGINNING. which also includes any interest Green Tree may have in the 2000 Fairmont Mobile Home, Serial Number MY01114786AB. The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of sale unless the property is established to be abandoned pursuant to MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of sale or fifteen (15) days from the date the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(b) was posted and mailed. Dated: July 2, 2010 Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Conseco Finance Servicing Corp.) By: DONALD A. BRANDT(P30183) BRANDT, FISHER, ALWARD & ROY, P.C. Attorneys for Green Tree 1241 E. Eighth Street, P.O. Box 5817 Traverse City, Michigan 49696-5817 (231) 941-9660 77547528 File No.: 6140.0824 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael B. Heers joined herein pro forma by His Wife, Julie L. Heers, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 22, 2008, and recorded on May 29, 2008 in instrument 20080529-0005655, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Seven Thousand Thirty And 12/100 Dollars ($137,030.12), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 26, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North 0 degrees along the East line 660 feet; thence North 89 degrees 20 minutes West parallel with the South Section line 990 feet; thence North 0 degrees 660 feet; thence North 45 degrees 00 minutes East 183 feet; thence South 34 degrees 14 minutes 45 seconds East 351.93 feet; thence South 0 degrees 2 minutes 17 seconds East 502.30 feet; thence North 89 degrees 20 minutes West 327.81 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to a 66.00 foot wide easement, the South line of said easement being described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, thence North 0 degrees 00 minutes along the East line of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 600.00 feet to the place of beginning thence North 89 degrees 20 minutes West 990.00 feet to the place of ending. Subject to easements, use, building and other restrictions of record, is any. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547858 File #320729F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jason Hancock, a married man and Betheny Hancock, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 9, 2009, and recorded on January 20, 2009 in instrument 200901200000524, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Nine And 42/100 Dollars ($249,879.42), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 20, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 25 minutes 50 seconds, 660.91 feet along the South line of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 48 seconds West, 778.59 feet along the East line of said West 1/2 to the place of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 28 minutes 03 seconds West, 440.0 feet along the South line of the North 543 feet of said West 1/2; thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 48 seconds West, 220.0 feet; thence North 89 degrees 28 minutes 03 seconds East, 440.0 feet; thence South 00 degrees 08 minutes 48 seconds East, 220.0 feet along the East line of said West 1/2 to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes over the South 66 feet of the North 356 feet of the East 440 feet of said West 1/2, and also over the East 66 feet of said West 1/2, except the North 290 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547489 File #327725F01 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181665, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of July 15, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Thirty Thousand Six Hundred Twenty Nine and 36/100 Dollars ($130,629.36), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mort-gage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, August 12, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #12,Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-012-00 UNIT(S) 12, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46. TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: July 15, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 06721095 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181671, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of July 15, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Nine and 36/100 Dollars ($129,839.36), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mort-gage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, August 12, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #16,Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-016-00 UNIT(S) 16, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46. TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: July 15, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 06721100 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 9, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181674, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of July 15, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Nine and 36/100 Dollars ($129,839.36), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mort-gage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, August 12, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #15,Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-015-00 UNIT(S) 15, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46. TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: July 15, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 06721085 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181668, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of July 15, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Eight and 81/100 Dollars ($129,838.81), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mort-gage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, August 12, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #14,Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-014-00 (Unit 14) UNIT(S) 14, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46. TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: July 15, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 06721090 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Christopher Banash and Martha S. Reyff-Banash, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 15, 2005, and recorded on August 31, 2005 in instrument 1152007, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Five And 76/100 Dollars ($128,345.76), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 5, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, described as: Beginning at a point 1217.5 feet West of the North 1/4 post of said Section 5; thence South 353 feet; thence West 236.5 feet; thence North 118 feet; thence West 200 feet for the place of beginning; thence East 200 feet; thence North to intersection of highway; thence along highway in Southwesterly direction to the place of beginning. PARCEL D: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 5, Town 3 North, Range 8 West; thence West along the North line of said Section 1502.00 feet; thence South, 47.67 feet to the centerline of Coats Grove Road; thence 188.66 feet along said centerline and the arc of a curve to the left the radius of which is 358.10 feet and the chord of which bears South 49 degrees 50 minutes 48 seconds West, 186.48 feet to the true place of beginning; thence continuing 68.36 feet along said centerline and the arc of a curve to the left the radius of which is 358.10 feet and the chord of which bears South 29 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds West 68.25 feet; thence North 81 degrees 10 minutes 46 seconds West 112.73 feet to an intermediate traverse line of the Shore of Leach Lake; thence North 16 degrees 14 minutes 44 seconds East along said intermediate traverse line, 67.00 feet; thence South 80 degrees 03 minutes 46 seconds East 127.96 feet to the place of beginning. Including lands lying between said traverse line and the waters of Leach Lake. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547633 File #274926F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sharon D. Lynd, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Habitat for Humanity, Barry County, Mortgagee, dated December 6, 2004, and recorded on December 7, 2004 in instrument 1138290, and modified by agreement dated February 1, 2005, and recorded on July 21, 2005 in instrument 1149804, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Three And 87/100 Dollars ($109,963.87), including interest at 11% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel B: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 00 degrees 55 minutes 01 second West, 460.00 feet from the East 1/4 corner of said Section 16; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West, 165.16 feet; thence South 00 degrees 56 minutes 13 seconds East, 20.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West, 165.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 56 minutes 13 seconds West 220.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds East, 330.23 feet to the East line of Section 16; thence South 00 degrees 55 minutes 01 second East, 200.00 feet along said East line to the place of beginning. Containing 1.59 acres of land, more or less. Together with and subject to a 66-foot wide easement for ingress, egress and public utilitites purposes as described separately. Easement description: A 66-foot wide easement for ingress, egress and public utilities purposes described as: Beginning at a point on the East-West 1/4 line of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds, 264.00 feet from the East 1/4 corner of said Section 16; thence North 00 degrees 56 minutes 13 seconds West, 660.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West, 66.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 56 minutes 13 seconds, West, 660.00 feet to the East-West 1/4 line of Section 16; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds East 66.00 feet along said 1/4 line to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547495 File #314557F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jasper L Blaylock and Heather A Blaylock, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated July 10, 2009, and recorded on July 20, 2009 in instrument 200907200007491, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Four Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Five And 04/100 Dollars ($204,485.04), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the South Half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 7, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of said Section 7 a distance of South 01 degrees 53 minutes 39 seconds West 1310.12 feet from the West Quarter Corner of said Section 7; thence South 88 degrees 27 minutes 40 seconds East 896.54 feet along the North line of the South half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 7; Thence South 02 degrees 50 minutes 23 seconds West 771.65 feet; thence North 88 degrees 58 minutes 37 seconds West 283.84 feet, Thence North 01 degrees 53 minutes 39 seconds East 600.04 feet; thence North 88 degrees 27 minutes 40 seconds West 600 feet to said West Section line, thence North 01 degrees 53 minutes 39 seconds East 173.98 feet along said West section line to the place of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Westerly 33 feet thereof for Cunningham Road. Also, an easement across the West 66 feet of the South 152 feet of the following described parcel for purposes of ingress and egress, said Easement to run with the land: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the North half of the Southwest quarter of Section 7: Town 4 North, Range 7 West for the place of beginning; Thence North to a point 956 feet South of the Northwest corner of the North half of the Southwest quarter of said Section 7; thence East 250 feet; thence North 130 feet; thence East 260 feet; thence South 494 feet, more or less to the South line of the North half of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 7; thence West along said South line to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547627 File #327188F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy W. Walden and Barbara A. Walden, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 28, 2006 and recorded March 20, 2006 in Instrument Number 1161457, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by OneWest Bank, FSB by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Four Hundred Twelve Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Four and 84/100 Dollars ($412,194.84) including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 5, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: PARCEL I: A PARCEL OR LAND IN THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST DESCRIBED AS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTH 1/4 POST OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE SOUTH 02 DEGREES 52 MINUTES 35 SECONDS EAST, ALONG THE NORTH AND SOUTH 1/4 LINE OF SAID SECTION 16 A DISTANCE OF 2653.49 FEET TO THE CENTER OF SECTION 16; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 47 MINUTES 24 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE EAST AND WEST 1/4 LINE OF SECTION 16 A DISTANCE OF 696.58 FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 19 MINUTES 28 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID WEST LINE, 1210.09 FEET; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST, 37.31 FEET; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 50 SECONDS WEST, 998.57 FEET; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 EAST, 19.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 53 SECONDS EAST, 446.41 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 16; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID NORTH SECTION LINE, 604.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 8, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 225.4353 ASAP# 3635442 07/08/2010, 07/15/2010, 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010 77547504 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Mary K Sloan and Todd T Sloan, Wife and Husband to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Arbor Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated January 31, 2007 and recorded February 12, 2007 in Instrument # 1176292 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2007-2, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Seven Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-Nine Dollars and Fifty-Nine Cents ($147,389.59) including interest 8.825% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on August 12, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest one quarter of the Southeast one quarter of Section 11, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North and South one quarter line of said Section 11, distant South 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds East 921.47 feet from the center post of said Section 11; thence South 89 degrees 28 minutes 30 seconds East 330 feet; thence South 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds East 333.27 feet, more or less; thence Westerly 330 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 11, to a point on the North and South one quarter line of said Section 11, which lies North 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds West 1390.83 feet from the South one quarter post thereof; thence North 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds West 330.00 feet to the point of beginning. Reserving therefrom, a perpetual easement 66 feet in width for ingress and egress and utilities to the above described parcel, the centerline of which is described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 11, distant Easterly 297 feet from the South one quarter post thereof; thence North 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds West 693 feet; thence East 363 feet parallel with said South section line; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds West 1064.1 feet more or less; thence North 89 degrees 28 minutes 30 seconds West 660.05 feet to the point of ending; also together with others, with a perpetual easement 66 feet in width for ingress and egress the centerline of which extends North 89 degrees 28 minutes 30 seconds West 933.68 feet from the aforesaid point of ending, to Whitneyville Road. Commonly known as 8475 Hidden Dr., Middleville MI 49333 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 7/15/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2007-2, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 06721189 Our File No: 10-25889 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Oraina Kopulos, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA (the "Savings Bank") from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, acting as receiver for the Savings Bank and pursuant to its authority under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1821(d), Mortgagee, dated April 12, 2007, and recorded on April 17, 2007 in instrument 1179384, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eleven Thousand Five Hundred NinetyNine And 25/100 Dollars ($111,599.25), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land beginning at a point on the West line of Durkee Street, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, which lies 57 feet West and 175 feet North of the Southwest corner of Block 3 of A.W. Phillip's Addition to the Village of Nashville; thence West 137 feet; thence South 72 feet; thence West 35 feet; thence North 131 feet; thence East 172 feet; thence South 59 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547557 File #311769F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicholas Barker and Priscilla Barker, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated July 6, 2007, and recorded on July 11, 2007 in instrument 1182839, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fifth Third Mortgage Company as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Eight And 90/100 Dollars ($98,328.90), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point which is 325.94 feet North and 2141.49 feet West of the East 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 2 North, Range 10 West; thence South 59 degrees 29 minutes West 119 feet; thence North 16 degrees 56 minutes West 102.39 feet; thence North 59 degrees 29 minutes East 104 feet; thence South 25 degrees 22 minutes East 100 feet to place of beginning. Also, beginning at a point which is 355.13 feet North and 2288.10 feet West of the East 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, running thence South 16 degrees 56 minutes East 31 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing South 16 degrees 56 minutes East 70.16 feet; thence South 59 degrees 29 minutes West 70 feet to shore of Lime Lake; thence Northwesterly along said shore 28 feet; thence Northeasterly 105 feet to the place of beginning. Easement together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 16.0 feet wide being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at a point 235.58 feet North and 2098.65 feet West of the East 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 2 North, Range 10 West; thence South 59 degrees 29 minutes west, 101.0 feet for the place of beginning; thence continuing South 59 degrees 29 minutes West 16.07 feet; thence North 35 degrees 41 minutes West 101.23 feet; thence North 16 degrees 56 minutes West, 150.11 feet; thence North 5 degrees 56 minutes West, 156.82 feet; thence North 18 degrees 56 minutes WEst, 198.35 feet; thence North 9 degrees 28 minutes West 83.83 feet; thence North 29 degrees 23 minutes East 92.40 feet to the Southerly line of Keller Road; thence South 66 degrees 37 minutes East thereon, 16.0 feet; thence South 29 degrees 23 minutes West, 86.60 feet; thence South 9 degrees 28 minutes East, 74.0 feet; thence South 18 degrees 56 minutes East, 196.0 feet; thence South 5 degrees 56 minutes East156.0 feet: thence South 16 dgrees 56 minutes east, 145.96 feet; thence South 35 degrees 41 minutes East, 100.0 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547683 File #327775F01 �Page 14 — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Laura C. Miller, a single woman, to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated April 13, 2007 and recorded April 25, 2007 in Instrument Number 1179727, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Chase Home Finance LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Eight and 45/100 Dollars ($115,878.45) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 12, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 66 of Middleville Downs Number 3, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 26. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.8582 ASAP# 3645036 07/15/2010, 77547698 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Ann R Smith, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 219 W Grant St, Hastings, MI 49058-1256. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 26, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 26, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547894 File # 200399F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Kathy Roseboom, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 4749 Walnut Rdg, Battle Creek, MI 49017. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 26, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 26, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547900 File # 220890F04 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to David Killgore and Karen Killgore, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 2437 W State Rd, Hastings, MI 490588561. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547941 File # 261605F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Eric Dykstra and Melissa Dykstra, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1384 Fairview Dr, Hastings, MI 490588238. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 23, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 23, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547881 File # 242524F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. RIGHTS PURSUANT TO MCL §600.3205(a) This notice is published pursuant to MCL 600.3205(a) to inform Ted A. Zylstra of certain rights under the statute relating to property located at 2263 Parker Drive, Wayland, MI 49348. The above borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The mortgage holder or servicer has designated Jonathan L. Engman, counsel for of Bank of America, (248)362-2600, c/o FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C., 888 W. Big Beaver, Ste. 800, Troy, MI 48084 as the person to contact regarding resolving your default. The borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan state housing development authority’s website at http://www.michigan.gov/ mshda or by calling the Michigan state housing development authority at 517-373-8370. If the borrower requests a meeting with the designated person above, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after the date notice is mailed to the borrower. If the borrower and the designated person above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The state bar of Michigan’s lawyer referral service number is 800-968-0738. Dated: 7/29/2010 ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 BOA FNMA Zylstra 77547816 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles R Purdum Jr., and Catherine J Purdum husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 25, 2008, and recorded on February 4, 2008 in instrument 200802040001027, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-One And 38/100 Dollars ($99,921.38), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 3, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, Rutland, Township, Barry County, Michigan, beginning at a point on the West line of said Section 3, which lies South 0 degrees 27 minutes East 1365.60 feet from the Northwest corner of said Section 3; thence North 89 degrees 15 minutes 30 seconds East, 233 feet; thence South 0 degrees 27 minutes East, 130 feet thence South 89 degrees 15 minutes 30 seconds West, 233 feet; thence North 0 degrees 27 minutes West 130 feet to the point of beginning. Now Known as: Lot 7, Treats Little Acres, as recorded in Liber 5, page 78 of Plats, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547643 File #320122F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy P. Brownell, married man and Mindy Brownell, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 21, 2007, and recorded on December 27, 2007 in instrument 200712270005556, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Two And 36/100 Dollars ($116,272.36), including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, except the North 657 feet thereof and except the West 100 feet of the South 165 feet of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 26 and excepting that part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26 lying Easterly on a line described as follows: Beginning at a point of the South 1/8 line of said Section 26, distant East 755 feet from the Northwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 26; thence South 390 feet; thence Southwesterly 187 feet to the Northwest corner of land owned by Leo J. Reszutko and wife, thence South 45 degrees West 277 feet; thence East 40 feet; thence South parallel with the West line of Section 26 to the South line of Section 26 and the point of ending. Also includes 2003 Spring Creek Serial Number CHIN101939C The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547763 File #239757F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Douglas R Baker and Melissa M Baker, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA (the "Savings Bank") from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, acting as receiver for the Savings Bank and pursuant to its authority under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1821(d), Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2007, and recorded on May 3, 2007 in instrument 1180067, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eight Thousand Twenty-Two And 94/100 Dollars ($208,022.94), including interest at 6.8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: The North one-half of the East one-half of the Northeast one-quarter of Section 13, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, except commencing at the Northwest corner of the East one-half of the Northeast one-quarter of Section 13; thence East along the North Section line approximately 780 feet to a point 10 feet West of the existing tree line; thence approximately South 1320 feet to the existing fence row, thence West along said fence row to the center of McKibben Road approximately 780 feet; thence North to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547719 File #329971F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE LIKENS & BLOMQUIST, P.L.L.C., IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE PHONE NUMBER BELOW IF EITHER MORTGAGOR IS ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default has occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by Gail L. Schaidt, Married, and Lawrence J. Schaidt, III, Married, Mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Bank (Western Michigan), Mortgagee, dated April 22, 2005, and recorded on June 16, 2005, in Instrument Number 1148154, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, on said mortgage there is $112,042.43 due at the date of this notice. There is no suit proceeding at law or in equity to collect the sums due under the Mortgage described above. Notice is hereby given that, by virtue of the power of sale contained in the above-described Mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on Thursday, August 19, 2010 at 01:00 PM at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder at public venue, in order to satisfy the unpaid portion of said Mortgage, together with interest at a rate of 6.400%, all costs of sale permitted by law, and taxes, the property situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as: Lot 16 of Noffke's South Lake Shore Plat, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 50, Barry County Records. All rights of redemption shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale unless the property is abandoned as defined by MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Dated: Thursday, July 15, 2010 Likens & Blomquist, P.L.L.C. Attorneys for Servicer 3290 W. Big Beaver Rd. Ste 315 Troy, MI 48084 Telephone: 248-593-5106 06721044 L0301MI10 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dana A Madole, Sharon Madole husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Sovereign Bank, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2005, and recorded on October 31, 2005 in instrument 1155500, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Six Thousand Twenty-Six And 55/100 Dollars ($196,026.55), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 330 of the North 305 feet of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 1, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Township of Irving, Barry County Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547523 File #327421F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian C Austin and Tanya M Austin, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 21, 2006, and recorded on January 3, 2007 in instrument 1174583, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Eight Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-Four And 47/100 Dollars ($128,554.47), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of the Southeast quarter of the Northwest quarter of Section 25, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, thence South along the East line of said Southeast quarter of the Northwest quarter, 331 feet, thence West 277 feet, thence North 160 feet, thence West 207 feet, thence North 171 feet to the North line of said Southeast quarter of the Northwest quarter, thence East along said North line 484 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06721433 File #329184F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David B. Rozelle an unmarried man, to Mortgage Center LLC, Mortgagee, dated November 7, 2008 and recorded November 14, 2008 in Instrument Number 20081114-0011059, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Four Thousand Six Hundred Seventy-Three and 36/100 Dollars ($24,673.36) including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 12, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South one hundred and eighteen feet of a parcel of land described as commencing four rods West of the Southeast Corner of Lot Fifteen of O.A. Phillips Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof, thence North to Thornapple River, thence Westerly along said river four rods, thence Southerly to South line of said Lot 15, thence East four rods to the place of beginning, being a part of Lot 15 of O.A. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville and a part of the Northwest one quarter of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248502-1400 File No. 393.0403 ASAP# 3647165 07/15/2010, 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010 NOTICE OF DEFAULT PURSUANT TO MCLA 600.3205a WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. The real estate mortgage of Gary Groff and Cynthia Groff, husband and wife, of 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849 with Bond Corporation, 2007 Eastern, SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49507, assigned to Northpointe Bank, 3333 Deposit Drive, NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, on property located at 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849 is currently in default. Mr. and Mrs. Groff have the right to request a meeting with Bond Corporation, which is servicing this loan for Northpointe Bank. The name of the representative designated as the contact person with authority to discuss loan modification under MCLA 600.3205b and 3205c is Mr. Greg Runnels, and his telephone number is (616) 243-7362, ext. 3016. Mr. and Mrs. Groff may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) website at www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling the MSHDA at 1-800-382-4568. If Mr. and Mrs. Groff request a meeting with the designated representative, foreclosure proceedings will not commence until ninety (90) days after the date that Northpointe Bank mailed notice comporting with MCLA 600.3205a to Mr. and Mrs. Groff. If Mr. and Mrs. Groff and the designated representative reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if Mr. and Mrs. Groff abide by the agreement. Mr. and Mrs. Groff have the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number for the State Bar of Michigan’s lawyer referral service is 1-800-9680738. This notice is intended to comport with the requirements of MCLA 600.3205a. Dated: July 21, 2010 Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Drafted by: Grand Rapids, MI 49546 William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for NPB Mortgage, LLC 161 Ottawa Avenue, NW, Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77547878 (616) 458-1315 MORTGAGE SALE This is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by ANDREW A. ASKLER and KATHLEEN E. ASKLER, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to MUTUAL SAVINGS BANK, FSB, having its principal office at 4200 East Beltline, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, Mortgagee, dated July 23, 1998 and recorded July 27, 1998 in Instrument No. 1015601. By reason of such default the undersigned elects to declare the entire unpaid amount of said mortgage due and payable forthwith. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on said mortgage the sum of SEVENTY EIGHT THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED TWENTY FOUR AND 97/100 ($78,124.97) dollars, including interest at the rate of 3.875% per annum. No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided and to pay said amount with interest as provided in said mortgage, and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including attorney fees allowed by law, said mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east door of the Barry County Courthouse, the place of holding the Circuit Court within the County of Barry, City of Hastings, Michigan, on September 2, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., local time. Pursuant to Public Act No. 104, Public Acts of 1971 [MCLA 600.3240(8), MSA 27A.3240(8)] the redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the property is determined to be abandoned under MCLA 600.3241a; MSA 27A.3241(1), in which case the property may be redeemed during the 30 days immediately following the sale or expiration of statutory notice period or expiration of statutory notice period. The premises covered by said mortgage are situated in the Township of Johnstown, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to wit: Lots 31, 32, 47, 48 and the West 1/2 of Lots 30 and 49 of Arnett's Resort at Mill Lake, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 33. MUTUAL SAVINGS BANK, FSB Mortgagee SCHENK BONCHER & RYPMA Gary P. Schenk P19970 601 Three Mile Road, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49544-1601 77547810 (616) 647-8277 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — Page 15 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Robert Churchill and Adrianne Churchill, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6803 E Barnum Rd, Woodland, MI 48897-9759. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 26, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 26, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547896 File # 334040F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Keith Nelson, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 3963 Ethel Dr, Middleville, MI 49333-8350. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547908 File # 204424F04 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Tyla J. McCoy and Johnny R. McCoy, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 335 East High Street, Hastings, MI 49058. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 26, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 26, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547892 File # 002447F03 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jeffery D Carpenter and Sandra Carpenter, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 4725 S M 66 Hwy, Nashville, MI 49073-9419. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 23, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 23, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547884 File # 334239F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to David Rozelle and Shirley Rozelle, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1000 Sherman, Nashville, MI 490738524. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547912 File # 241581F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. RIGHTS PURSUANT TO MCL §600.3205(a) This notice is published pursuant to MCL 600.3205(a) to inform Scott R. Wolcott and Heather R. Wolcott of certain rights under the statute relating to property located at 443 River Rd., Hastings, MI 49058. The above borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The mortgage holder or servicer has designated Torey Anderson of HomEq, (877)256-6934, c/o HomeEq Servicing, 4827 Watt Ave., North Highlands, CA 95660 as the person to contact regarding resolving your default. The borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan state housing development authority’s website at http://www.michigan.gov/ mshda or by calling the Michigan state housing development authority at 517-373-8370. If the borrower requests a meeting with the designated person above, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after the date notice is mailed to the borrower. If the borrower and the designated person above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The state bar of Michigan’s lawyer referral service number is 800-968-0738. Dated: 7/29/2010 ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Wachovia Equity Servicing, LLC Successor by merger to HomEq Servicing Corporation (successor by merger to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store) 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 HE Wolcott 77547904 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Lisa A Garrett and Jeffery R Garrett, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 12771 Valley Dr, Wayland, MI 493489075. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547939 File # 335018F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary Jack Christie, a married person and Brigitte J. Christie, to Wells Fargo Bank, NA SBM Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc. fka Norwest Mortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated January 22, 1998 and recorded January 23, 1998 in Instrument Number 1006767, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-One Thousand Eight Hundred Forty-Two and 79/100 Dollars ($41,842.79) including interest at 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 12, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 27 of Hardendorff Addition to the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, except the South 12 feet thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 72. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 326.3593 ASAP# 3647160 07/15/2010, 07/22/2010, 06721034 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to John Foote, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 2910 Tobias Rd, Delton, MI 49046-8607. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 23, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 23, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547839 File # 038034F03 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Darren P. McKinstry and Brook L. McKinstry, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1087 Brooks Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-9121. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547910 File # 334760F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brad Eldred, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 19, 2004, and recorded on August 25, 2004 in instrument 1132948, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Five And 35/100 Dollars ($90,935.35), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 15, Loehr's Landing, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 61. Together with an easement for the benefit of Lots 1 thru 4, inclusive, 13 thru 15, inclusive, and Lots 33 thru 35, inclusive over part of Lot 37 of Loehr's Landing #1 described as: commencing at a point on Lakeview Road at the corner of Lots 37 and 38 of the plat of Loehr's Landing No.1; thence Southeasterly on the Westerly Lot line of Lot 37, 20 feet for the point of beginning; thence Northwesterly on said Lot line 20 feet; thence Northeasterly on the Lot line Common to Lots 37 and 38 of said plat to the Easterly line of Lot 37; thence South 41 degrees 17 minutes East on said Easterly line a distance of 60 feet; thence Southwesterly to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06721287 File #312833F01 MORTGAGE SALE This is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by GWENN L. MISHLER, a single woman, Mortgagor, to INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE COMPANY SOUTH MI., having its principal office at 4200 East Beltline, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, Mortgagee, dated March 31, 1999 and recorded April 8, 1999 in Instrument #1027787. By reason of such default the undersigned elects to declare the entire unpaid amount of said mortgage due and payable forthwith. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on said mortgage the sum of EIGHTEEN THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED FIVE and 43/100 ($18,905.43) dollars, including interest at the rate of 4.125% per annum. No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided and to pay said amount with interest as provided in said mortgage, and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including attorney fees allowed by law, said mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east door of the Barry County Courthouse, the place of holding the Circuit Court within the County of Barry, City of Hastings, Michigan, on August 12, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., local time. Pursuant to Public Act No. 104, Public Acts of 1971 [MCLA 600.3240(12), MSA 27A.3240(12)] the redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the property is determined to be abandoned under MCLA 600.3241a; MSA 27A.3241(1), in which case the property may be redeemed during the 30 days immediately following the sale or expiration of statutory notice period or expiration of statutory notice period. The premises covered by said mortgage are situated in the Township of Castleton, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to wit: Lots 38 and 39 Block H of the Pleasant Shores, Castleton Township, Barry County Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 59, Barry County records. The default and foreclosure proceedings include a Marlette mobile home, serial #M40552, permanently affixed thereto, as evidenced by the Certificate of Mobile Home Title. INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE COMPANY SOUTH MI. Mortgagee SCHENK BONCHER & RYPMA Gary P. Schenk P19970 601 Three Mile Road, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49544-1601 (616) 647-8277 77547477 FORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Gary L. Vandenberg and Joy R. Vandenberg, husband and wife of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. dated the 19th day of January, A.D. 2006, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 7th day of February, A.D. 2006, in Instrument #1159863 of Barry Records, which said mortgage was assigned to US Bank National Association ND, thru mesne assignments, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $127,715.95 (one hundred twenty-seven thousand seven hundred fifteen and 95/100) plus accrued interest at 6.5% (six point five) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 5th day of August, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Township of Hope, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Township of Hope, County of Barry, Michigan: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 4, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Beginning at the East 1/4 corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 16 minutes 52 seconds West 495.00 feet along the East line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 88 degrees 59 minutes 42 seconds West 443.98 feet parallel with the North line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 18 minutes 04 seconds East 495.00 feet along the East line of the West 880 feet of said Northeast 1/4, Southeast 1/4; thence South 88 degrees 59 minutes 42 seconds East 443.81 feet along the North line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning. Commonly known as: 4055 Anders Road Tax ID No. 07-004-002-50 The redemption period shall be one year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77547574 WWR# 10033003 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Dennis A Rodgers and Karen S Rodgers, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Polaris Home Funding Corp., Mortgagee, dated November 13, 2007 and recorded November 20, 2007 in Instrument #20071120-0004434 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, by assignment dated June 30, 2010 and recorded July 6, 2010 in Instrument # 201007060006387 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eighteen Thousand One Hundred Six Dollars and Fifty-Two Cents ($218,106.52) including interest 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on August 19, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 8, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, Woodland Township, Barry County, Michigan; distant North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, 220.00 feet from the South one quarter post of said Section 8; thence North 00 degrees 51 minutes 13 seconds East, 262.30 feet parallel with the North-South one quarter line of said Section 8; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, 328.92 feet; thence South 02 degrees 22 minutes 27 seconds West, 262.50 feet; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, 335.89 feet along said South line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Southerly 33 feet thereof and any other easements or restrictions of record. Commonly known as 6345 Jordan Rd, Woodland MI 48897 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 7/22/2010 BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77547768 Our File No: 10-26049 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Isaac A. Bainbridge and Barbara J. Bainbridge, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Homepath Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated November 15, 2004, and recorded on December 22, 2004 in instrument 1139097, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment dated July 1, 2010 , on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty-Seven And 12/100 Dollars ($129,957.12), including interest at 4.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 31. Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the centerline of Section 31; thence North 75.00 feet; thence East 321.00 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence East 311.00 feet; thence North 199 feet more or less to the water edge of Mill Race; thence Westerly 312 feet more or less along said water edge to its intersection with a line which bears North from the place of beginning; thence South 172 feet more or less to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547693 File #331153F01 �Page 16 — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES SYNOPSIS RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING JULY 14, 2010 - 7:30 P.M. Regular meeting called to order and Pledge of Allegiance. Present: Flint, Greenfield, Bellmore, Hawthorne, Lee, Carr. Absent: Hanshaw. Approved the Agenda as presented. Approved the Consent Agenda with removal of the minutes. Approved June 9, 2010 minutes as amended. Reappoint Andrew Haines to the Planning Commission. Motion was made to have Hawthorne and Flint attend the Board of Commissioners meeting on July 20, 2010. Motion was made to accept one of the recommendations of the Planning Commission for them to work on an amendment to the keyholing ordinance. Accepted Resolution #2010-125, Fire Millage renewal ballot language. Meeting adjourned at 9:03 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Attested to by, Jim Carr, Supervisor www.rutlandtownship.org 77547967 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate Estate of Donald C. Host Trust dated August 26, 1993, as amended. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Donald C. Host, who lived at 1768 Heritage Bay Dr., Middleville, Michigan 49333 died July 5, 2010. Creditors of the decedent, the decedent’s estate, and the Donald C. Host Trust dated August 26, 1993, are notified that all claims will be forever barred unless presented to Douglas C. Host of 1057 Fairfield Drive, Hudsonville, MI 49426 and Stephen J. Host, of 8349 Aljopark Court, Hudsonville, MI 49426, Successor Trustees of the Donald C. Host Trust dated August 26, 1993, within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: July 7, 2010 Neil L. Kimball P36653 900 Monroe Avenue, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (616) 632-8000 Douglas C. Host, Successor Trustee 1057 Fairfield Drive, Hudsonville, MI 49426 Stephen J. Host, Successor Trustee 8349 Aljopark Court 7547922 Hudsonville, MI 49426 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Claudia Scholma, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 3400 Tillotson Lake Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-8663. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 26, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 26, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547906 File # 258525F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Leonard E. Graff, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 8249 Guernsey Lake Rd, Delton, MI 49046-8784. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 26, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 26, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77547902 File # 254157F02 SYNOPSIS HASTINGS CHARTER TOWNSHIP REGULAR MEETING July 20, 2010 All Board members present; Comm. Gibson; 4 guests. Approved consent agenda. Received Treasurer’s Report. Adopted rules to post in cemetery message center. Election Commission met and appointed workers for August Primary. Amended budget $20 in road category. Paid outstanding bills. Meeting adjourned at 8:10. Submitted by: Bonnie L. Cruttenden, Clerk Attested to by: 77547807 Jim Brown, Supervisor STATE OF MICHIGAN IN THE 5TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF BARRY CASE NO. 10-252-CH HON. JAMES H. FISHER HENDRIAN-MILLER, INC., Plaintiff, vs. THE ESTATE OF NOBLE SAUNDERS, Defendant. \ RENNER & RENNER, P.L.C. William D. Renner, II (P29832) Scott A. Renner (P73003) Attorneys for Plaintiff 116 East Chicago Street Coldwater, MI 49036 Office: (517) 279-7716 \ ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION, AND NOTICE OF ACTION \ Court address: 220 W. State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 Court telephone no: 269-945-1286 TO: THE ESTATE OF NOBLE SAUNDERS IT IS ORDERED; You are being sued by Plaintiff in this Court upon a Complaint filed May 20, 2010. You must file your answer or take such other action permitted by law in this Court at the address above on or before four (4) weeks from date of publication. If you fail to do so, a Default Judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint filed in this cause. Dated: July 7, 2010 77547677 JAMES H. FISHER, Circuit Judge THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Johnson, a single man and Brenda Teesdale, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 4, 2005 and recorded November 8, 2005 in Instrument Number 1155894, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-Nine and 50/100 Dollars ($115,779.50) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 19, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West one fourth of the West one half of the Northeast one fourth of Section 36, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, lying North and Easterly of the highway The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 22, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5105 ASAP# 3657112 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010, 77547712 08/05/2010, 08/12/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ami D. Winkler, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 25, 2008 and recorded September 26, 2008 in Instrument Number 20080926-0009541, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Two and 57/100 Dollars ($95,752.57) including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 12, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West one-half of Lots 1176 and 1177, except the North 20 feet of the West one-half of Lot 1177 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber A of Plats, Page 1 of Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.8370 ASAP# 3644429 07/15/2010, 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010 77547688 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert C. Harvey and Christie L. Harvey, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to E Mortgage Direct, a Michigan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated July 22, 2003, and recorded on August 1, 2003 in instrument 1109959, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Home Mortgage as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Four And 71/100 Dollars ($224,394.71), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 49, Sunrise Shores No. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 98. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06721015 File #328861F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Eric Braunschneider, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 5, 2007, and recorded on July 10, 2007 in instrument 1182795, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Nine Hundred Nine And 68/100 Dollars ($100,909.68), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 72, Steven's Wooded Acres No. 2, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 60, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547513 File #327774F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dina L. Corwin, a single person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 10, 2003, and recorded on May 20, 2003 in instrument 1104774, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EverHome Mortgage Company as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand Four Hundred Fifty-Four And 90/100 Dollars ($72,454.90), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 26, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 30 of the O. A. Phillips Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 19. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547934 File #287586F03 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by PANDL DEVELOPMENT III, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company ("Mortgagor"), to CHEMICAL BANK, a Michigan banking corporation, having an office at 2185 Three Mile Road, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544 (the "Mortgagee"), dated December 15, 2008, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on January 8, 2009, as Instrument No. 200901080000191 (the "Mortgage"). By reason of such default, the Mortgagee elects to declare and hereby declares the entire unpaid amount of the Mortgage due and payable forthwith. As of the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on the Mortgage the sum of Seven Hundred Nineteen Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty One and 79/100 Dollars ($719,731.79). No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, and to pay the above amount, with interest, as provided in the Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east entrance of the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan on Thursday the 5th day of August, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon. The premises covered by the Mortgage are situated in the Township of Rutland, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and are described as follows: Description of Outlot #2: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East, 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East, 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 315.73 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West, 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West, 157.42 feet; thence Easterly 404.88 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 3484.07 feet and the chord of which bears North 87 degrees 05 minutes 05 seconds East, 404.65 feet; thence South 00 degrees 33 minutes 39 seconds West 21.35 feet; thence South 41 degrees 12 minutes 18 seconds West 265.85 feet to said Northerly right of way line; thence South 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds West 104.21 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning, Access Easement: Together with a private easement for ingress, egress and public utilities described as follows: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East, 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 315.74 along said right of way line to the point of beginning; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet, and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West 157.42 feet; thence South 26 degrees 06 minutes 41 seconds West, 55.34 feet; thence Southeasterly 108.47 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 134.00 feet and the chord of which bears South 38 degrees 08 minutes 01 seconds East 105.54 feet; thence South 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds East, 123.12 feet to said Northerly right of way line; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 60.09 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning, 10 foot temporary grading easement: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East, 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 419.96 feet along said right of way line; thence North 41 degrees 12 minutes 18 seconds East, 265.85 feet; thence North 00 degrees 33 minutes 39 seconds East 21.35 feet to the point of beginning; thence Westerly 404.88 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 3484.07 feet and the chord of which bears South 87 degrees 05 minutes 05 seconds West 404.65 feet; thence North 00 degrees 24 minutes 51 seconds East, 10.00 feet; thence Easterly 403.72 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 3474.07 feet and the chord of which bears North 87 degrees 05 minutes 05 seconds East 403.49 feet; thence South 06 degrees 14 minutes 39 seconds East 10.00 feet to the point of beginning. Storm sewer easement: Together with a private easement for storm sewer purposes 20 feet wide, 10 feet each side of a centerline described as follows: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East, 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 315.74 feet along said right of way line; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West, 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet, and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 56 seconds West 157.42 feet; thence Easterly 39.85 feet along the South line of the former Michigan Central Railroad right of way and the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 3484.07 feet and the chord of which bears North 89 degrees 59 minutes 14 seconds East 39.85 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 33 degrees 33 minutes 15 seconds East 125 feet to the point of ending of said centerline. Said easement being bounded on the South by the South line of the former Michigan Central Railroad right of way. Drainage easement: Together with a private easement for storm water drainage purposes described as follows: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 315.74 feet along said right of way line; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West 157.42 feet; thence Easterly 51.90 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 3484.07 feet and the chord of which bears North 89 degrees 59 minutes 14 seconds East 51.90 feet; thence North 33 degrees 33 minutes 15 seconds East, 94.47 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 27 degrees 00 minutes 50 seconds West, 11.48 feet; thence North 12 degrees 19 minutes 25 seconds East 78.16 feet; thence Northeasterly 170.27 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 176.32 feet and the chord of which bears North 43 degrees 37 minutes 44 seconds East 163.73 feet; thence North 71 degrees 20 minutes 14 seconds East 131.60 feet; thence South 54 degrees 28 minutes 13 seconds East, 38.99 feet; thence South 01 degrees 32 minutes 53 seconds East, 214.97 feet; thence South 86 degrees 30 minutes 12 seconds West 283.30 feet; thence North 27 degrees 00 minutes 50 seconds West 8.56 feet to the point of beginning. Gas, electric and telephone utility easement: Together with a private easement for public utilities purposes described as follows: Commencing at the west 1/4 post of Section 13, Town 3 North, Range 9 West; thence North 88 degrees 33 minutes 04 seconds East 1802.55 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 13 (bearing orientation Michigan State Plane South Grid); thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 909.00 feet along the centerline tangent of relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence North 30 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East, 115.06 feet to the Northerly right of way line of said relocated highway M-37/M-43; thence Northeasterly 113.48 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 7564.44 feet and the chord of which bears North 72 degrees 23 minutes 31 seconds East, 113.48 feet; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, 315.74 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning; thence North 14 degrees 56 minutes 33 seconds West 115.34 feet; thence Northwesterly 162.31 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 190.00 feet and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West 157.47 feet; thence South 26 degrees 06 minutes 41 seconds West 6.00 feet; thence Southeasterly 157.19 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 184.00 feet and the chord of which bears North 39 degrees 24 minutes 58 seconds West, 152.45 feet; thence South 14 degrees 58 minutes 33 seconds East, 115.66 feet to said Northerly right of way line; thence North 71 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East 6.00 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning. Also (a) all privileges, appurtenances, improvements, buildings, tenements, hereditaments, easements, rights of way, licenses, riparian and littoral rights, mineral/oil/gas/water rights, rights to adjoining land, and all other rights belonging to the abovedescribed premises and which may hereafter attach thereto; (b) all rights to make divisions of such premises that are exempt from the platting requirements of the Michigan Land Division Act, as it shall be amended; (c) all rents, issues, profits, revenues, proceeds, accounts and general intangibles arising from or relating to the premises or any business conducted thereon by the Mortgagor including, without limitation, all rights, conferred by Act No. 210 of Michigan Public Act of 1953, as amended (collectively the "Rents and Accounts"); (d) all equipment, other goods, and fixtures of every kind and nature whatsoever, now or hereafter located in or upon such premises or any part thereof and used or useable in connection with any present or future operation of such premises (hereinafter called "Equipment and Fixtures"), whether now owned or hereafter acquired by the Mortgagor, including, without limitation, all heating, air conditioning, ventilation, lighting, incinerating and power equipment, engines, signs, security systems, fences, hoists, cranes, compressors, pipes, pumps, tanks, motors, plumbing, cleaning, fire prevention, fire extinguishing, apparatus, elevators, escalators, shades, awnings, screens, storm doors and windows, appliances, attached cabinets, partitions, carpeting, ground maintenance equipment, and similar types of equipment, all of which shall be deemed to be real estate and mortgaged hereby. Commonly known as: 1450 W. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.P. #08-13-013-006-30 Notice is further given that the length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 CHEMICAL BANK Mortgagee Timothy Hillegonds WARNER NORCROSS & JUDD LLP 900 Fifth Third Center 111 Lyon Street, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2489 (616) 752-2000 77547552 4472245-1 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — Page 17 State and congressional candidates have varied backgrounds Running for the four year governor’s position, currently held by term-limited Jennifer Granholm will be Republicans Mike Bouchard, Mike Cox, Tom George, Pete Hoekstra, and Rick Snyder. For the Democratic Party, candidates are Virg Bernero and Andy Dillon. Mike Bouchard, 54, a Birmingham Republican, is a former state senator and is the current Oakland County Sheriff. Bouchard graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelor’s of arts degree in criminal justice and police administration. While working in the state senate, Bouchard was elected majority floor leader in 1998 before being elected as Oakland County sheriff the following year. The pro-lifer pushed for the creation of the Michigan Sex Offender Registry and chaired the education committee. In 2006, Bouchard won the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate, but was defeated by incumbent U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow, garnering 41 percent of the vote. Mike Cox, 49, a Livonia Republican, is the current state attorney general. A former Marine, Cox earned undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Michigan. Before serving as Michigan attorney general, Cox worked in the Oakland and Wayne County prosecutor’s offices. At Wayne County, he ended his tenure heading up the homicide division. Cox takes pride in standing up to large financial firms, health care companies and pharmaceutical companies. The pro-life candidate helped create a prescription drug web site to help seniors with comparing prescription drug costs as well as posting the account of the attorney general’s office online, where Michigan residents can view the financial information concerning the office. Cox has been endorsed by the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Tom George, 54, a Texas Township Republican, is a pro-life state senator who currently represents the 20th District. George attended the University of Michigan and graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School. George has 10 years of experience in the Michigan legislature, previously serving two years in the House. George actively practices medicine in the Kalamazoo area when the legislature is not in session. He is a member of the Appropriations Committee and serves as chair of the Senate Health Policy Committee. Pete Hoekstra, 57, a Holland Republican, has represented Michigan’s Second Congressional District since 1993 after defeating a 26-year incumbent in the primary. Hoekstra holds a bachelor’s degree from Hope College and a master’s of business administration from the University of Michigan. Before serving in Congress, Hoekstra worked as the vice president of marketing for a Zeeland-based furniture manufacturer Herman Miller. Since 2004, Hoekstra has been chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, working with U.S. Intelligence to defend the country against terrorism. The prolifer was also a member of the House Committee on Education and Labor, in addition to being a member of many caucuses, including the Pro-Life Caucus, the Immigration Reform Caucus and the Education Freedom Caucus. Rick Snyder, 52, an Ann Arbor Republican, holds three degrees from the University of Michigan: a bachelor’s, master’s of business administration and a doctorate. The pro-lifer currently works as chief executive officer of Ardesta LLC, a venture capital firm. After working in Detroit at Coopers and Lybrand (now known as PricewaterhouseCoopers), Rick began working for Gateway Inc. and was eventually promoted to president and chief operating officer of the company. Returning to Michigan, Snyder has invested in many startup businesses and has had a hand in creating many successful companies in the state. Snyder was appointed by former Governor John Engler, in 1999, to serve as the first chairman of the Michigan Economic Development Corp. This is Snyder’s first run for public office. Virg Bernero, 46, a Lansing Democrat, is the mayor of Lansing. Bernero is a graduate of Adrian College, earning a bachelor of arts degree in political science. In his early political career, Bernero worked as a legislative aide in both the House and Senate. Prior to being elected mayor in 2005, Bernero represented Lansing in the Michigan State House of Representatives and State Senate from 2001-06, and also served on the Ingham County Board of Commissioners. Outside of politics, Bernero has served as the executive director of a non-profit association that helps Michigan families who have children with mental illness. Andy Dillon, 48, a Redford Township Democrat, is speaker of the Michigan house of Representatives. Dillon earned his accounting degree from the University of Notre Dame. Shortly after graduating, he served on the staff of U.S. Senator Bill Bradley and returned to Michigan shortly thereafter to practice business law. After becoming vice president of GE Capital, he became president of the Detroit Steel Co. Currently, this pro-life Democrat is serving in his second term as speaker of the House in Lansing and third year as a member of the House of Representatives. Vying for retiring Vernon Ehlers’ position as the third district representative in congress are Republicans Justin Amash, Bill Hardiman, Steve Heacock, Louise E. Johnson, and Bob Overbeek. Democrats running for the slot are Paul Mayhue and Pat Miles. The district covers all of Barry, Ionia, and much of Kent counties. Justin Amash, 30, Republican, Cascade Township, is a one term house member. His is a graduate of the University of Michigan and University of Michigan Law School. Amash worked in Grand Rapids as a business lawyer before he was elected. The pro-lifer pledges to fight against subsidies to government-favored companies and opposed bailouts for failing industries and companies. He also opposes any legislation that might limit market competition and will work to repeal the recently passed health care legislation. Amash has earned a reputation in Lansing as a being a strict conservative with Tea Party-like principles. Sen. Bill Hardiman, 63, Republican, Kentwood, is a two-term state senator and chair of the Senate Human Services Appropriations Committee. He also chairs the Transportation and Community Colleges budgets for the Senate. He has also served on the Grand Rapids Transit Authority, the Michigan Municipal League, and several other community organizations. Hardiman is a founder and current chair of Healthy Marriages, a broad-based program to promote strong marriages and family life. Hardiman said he believes limited government, out of control government spending and job creation are the most pressing issues Michigan and his district face, Hardiman is running because, ‘we need someone to take action and stop the corruption and partisan bickering that currently rules the day in our nation’s capitol.’ Steve Heacock, Republican, Grand Rapids, is the current chief administrative officer and general counsel for the Van Andel Institute. Before that, Heacock was chief legal and administrative officer for a company that made developmental health products. He was Vice President of Development for Priority Health; a partner in the law firm Warner, Norcross & Judd; and a CPS with Price Waterhouse. Heacock wrote that he is ‘very concerned’ with America’s health care system and believes a ‘robust individual insurance marketplace’ is the answer to the systems ills. If elected to Congress, he pledged to join with Attorney General Mike Cox and his colleagues in their efforts to appeal the newly passed health care legislation. Louise E. Johnson, 49, Republican, Grand Rapids, is a lawyer who focuses on criminal law, although she also practices business and family law. Before attending law school, she held several hobs, including starting her own chimney sweep business and being a ski instructor. She is a graduate of Central Michigan University and Cooley Law School. Johnson wrote that she is most concerned with promotion economic self reliance and tracking how Michigan resident’s tax dollars are spent by Congress. Bob Overbeek, 31, Republican, Grand Rapids, is currently pursuing a Master’s in Public Administration at Harvard University. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force after the 9/11 terrorist attacks and served in Afghanistan. Overbeek helped rescue 19 hostages from the Taliban and was awarded a Bronze Star for his heroics. Before Serving in the Air Force, Overbeek taught at a community college and high school. The pro-lifer supports smaller government, smaller national debt and fair taxes, as well as opposing all Wall Street bailouts and stimulus packages. Overbeek is interested in running for office ‘to take big money out of politics. This money had influenced public policy at the expense of small business and working class men and women.” Paul Mayhue, 63, Democrat, Grand Rapids, has 20 years of experience on the Kent County Commission. Mayhue is a graduate of Grand Valley State University with a degree in social work. He’s formerly a clinical social worker. He lists jobs, healthcare education, and senior issues as the most pressing matters in his district. He pledges to serve on behalf of all the different population groups that call West Michigan home. He has not taken the no tax pledge. Pat Miles, Democrat, Grand Rapids, is a business lawyer who serves on the DeVos Children’s Hospitals Foundation Board. He is also active with Spectrum Health Hospitals and the Hope Network, and joined the Grand Rapids Bar Association in 2002. The Harvard Law grad said he hopes to ‘bring West Michigan values to Washington’ if he is elected to Congress. Opposing current seventh district representative in congress Mark Schauer, Democrat, are Republicans Marvin Carlson of Manchester, Brian Rooney of Jackson, and Tim Walberg of Tipton. The seventh district covers all of Eaton as well as Calhoun, Jackson, Washtenaw, Branch, Hillsdale and Lenawee counties. Patricia Birkholz, current 24th district state senator, is term-limited and will not be able to hold the spot once again for the next four years. Looking to fill that post are Republicans Randy Brink of Saugatuck and Rick Jones of Grand Ledge. Democrat Michelle R. DiSano or Potterville is also running. This district includes all of Allegan, Barry, and Eaton Counties. (See separate story for profiles.) Three people are running this year to represent all of Ionia, Clinton, Isabella and Montcalm counties as the 33rd district state senator. Republicans Brian Calley of Portland and Michael Frederick Trebesh of Saint Johns, as well as James A. Hoisington of Stanton are running for the position that term-limited Allen Cropsey held previously. For the 71st district state representative including most of Eaton Counties, Republicans Cheryl Haddock of Grand Ledge, Laurie Raines of Grand Ledge, Deb Shaughnessy of Charlotte, and Britt Slocum of Lansing are all running. Alongside them are Democrats Theresa Abed of Grand Ledge, Mark Eagle of Lansing, Fred Fry of Charlotte, Justin Heany of Grand Ledge, and Bob Robinson of Vermontville. The position had previously been filled by Rick Jones, who in this election is running for 24th district state senator. In the race to represent part of southern Kent County as the 72nd district state representative are Republicans Frederick Fleischmann of Caledonia, Eric L. Larson of Grand Rapids, and Ken Yonker of Caledonia. Democratic candidate Brian Bosak of Caledonia is also running. Current representative Justin Amash is running for the third congressional seat this election. Running for Brian Calley’s current position as 87th district state representative, districts including all of Barry county and much of Ionia County, are Republicans Michael T. Bremer of Middleville, Mike Callton of Nashville, and Steve Fabiano of Portland. Democrat Greg Grieves is also running. Calley is running for 33rd district this election. (See separate story.) Source for governor and congressional candidate profiles: Michigan Information & Research Service, Inc.’s 2010 Michigan Election Guide & Almanac. LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles A. Haylock and Catherine J. Haylock, husband and wife, to Washington Mutual Bank, Mortgagee, dated August 31, 2006 and recorded September 19, 2006 in Instrument Number 1170247, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-9 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Two and 45/100 Dollars ($120,932.45) including interest at 9.475% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 19, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 21, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, Assyria Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant 440.00 feet East of the Northwest corner of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4; thence East along said North line of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, a distance of 220.00 feet; thence South parallel with the West line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, 495.00 feet; thence West 220.00 feet; thence North 495.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 22, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 362.7870 ASAP# 3654792 07/22/2010, 06721578 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010, 08/12/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard Nemitz Married and Anita Nemitz, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated March 30, 2004, and recorded on April 12, 2004 in instrument 1125182, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Five And 81/100 Dollars ($200,945.81), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 39 and the East 1/2 of Lot 40, McLaughlin Subdivision No. 2, as recorded in Liber 478, Page 456, of Plats, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06721583 File #302298F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ricardo J. Rodriguez and Kimberly A. BentonRodriguez, husband and wife, to First Alliance Mortgage Company, a Michigan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 11, 1999 and recorded August 23, 1999 in Instrument Number 1034263, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, formerly known as LaSalle National Bank, in its capacity as indenture trustee under that certain Sale and Servicing Agreement dated September 1, 1999 among AFC Trust Series 19993, as Issuer, Superior Bank FSB, as Seller and Servicer, and LaSalle Bank National Association, as Indenture Trustee, AFC Mortgage Loan Asset Backed Notes, Series 1999-3 and any amendments thereto by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred ThirtyOne Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Three and 99/100 Dollars ($131,573.99) including interest at 13.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 26, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the North one-quarter post of Section 33, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, thence South 1863.6 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes West 1320 feet to the place of beginning; thence North 157.2 feet; thence South 80 degrees 22 minutes West 115 feet; thence South 12 degrees 30 minutes East 186.3 feet; thence North 58 degrees 56 minutes East 85.24 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 29, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248502-1400 File No. 199.2404 ASAP# 3666965 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010, 08/12/2010, 08/19/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Suzanne Wyant, a Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 29, 2003, and recorded on September 17, 2003 in instrument 1113471, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Eight And 13/100 Dollars ($149,468.13), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 5, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 5 Acres of the West 10 Acres of the South 35 Acres of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 4 North, Range 10 West The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547537 File #269101F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott A. Davis, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Member First Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2005, and recorded on October 6, 2005 in instrument 1153986, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Community West Credit Union as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Thirteen And 41/100 Dollars ($98,913.41), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 26, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 106 of Middleville Downs Addition #5, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 43 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547924 File #249201F04 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nate Fisk, original mortgagor(s), to ICNB Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2006, and recorded on May 4, 2006 in instrument 1164070, and modified by agreement dated November 30, 2009, and recorded on February 2, 2010 in instrument 201002020000966, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Seven And 21/100 Dollars ($142,897.21), including interest at 3.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 26, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 22, Smith's Lakeview Center, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 50, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547929 File #333694F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by BRYCE LICHTIG SIGNED AS BRYCE L. LICHTIG, A SINGLE MAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated September 22, 2009, and recorded on September 25, 2009, in Document No. 200909250009548, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Seven Dollars and Fifteen Cents ($67,227.15), including interest at 6.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on August 12, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: COMMENCING 126 FEET EAST OF THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 67 OF O.A. PHILLIPS ADDITION, TO THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF; THENCE EAST 53 FEET; THENCE NORTH TO THORNEAPPLE RIVER; THENCE WEST 53 FEET; THENCE SOUTH TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 06721027 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-25592-DE Estate of Rosa L. King, Deceased. Date of birth: 07/27/1923. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Rosa L. King, who lived at 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, Michigan died 09/10/2007. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Phyllis K. Snyder, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 1593 Bachman Road, Hastings and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 07/20/2010 Robert L. Byington P27621 222 West Apple Street, P.O. Box 248 Hastings, Michigan 49058 (269) 945-9557 Phyllis K. Snyder 1593 Bachman Road Hastings, Michigan 49058 77547914 (269) 945-5951 Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 �Page 18 — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner to pay a total of $57,314 in costs and restitution and to serve 60 months of probation. COURT NEWS Michael Scott Robinson, 40, of Delton pleaded guilty to fleeing and eluding police, fourth offense, and reckless driving in Barry County District Court May 26. Last week, Robinson was sentenced to 60 days in jail for each offense, with credit for 24 days served for each and six months of probation. The balance of Robinson’s jail time will be suspended and he will be discharged from probation upon payment of court assessments totaling $681. In July 2009, Amber Nicole McComb, 29, of Hastings pleaded guilty to one count of uttering and publishing. In June 2010, she pleaded guilty to probation violation and was sentenced last week to 10 months in jail with credit for 221 days served. She must also continue probation as previously sentenced. The balance of McComb’s jail time could be suspended upon payment of $500 court costs and discharge from probation upon release from jail. Wendy Marie Ruthruff, 30, of Bellevue pleaded guilty in May 2007 to one count of uttering and publishing and one count of forgery. In June, she pleaded guilty to probation violation and was sentenced to 200 days in jail with credit for 200 days served and ordered to continue probation as previously sentenced upon release from jail. Ryan Lee Harvey, 34, of Hickory Corners pleaded guilty in June to one count of controlled substance delivery and manufacturing five to 45 kilograms. Last week, he was sentenced in district court to six months in jail with credit for one day served. Harvey’s driver’s license was suspended for six months and restricted after 30 days for employment, treatment or probation appointments. The balance of his jail time is to be suspended upon payment of court assessments totaling $4,018. Matthew Merridith McKelvey, 26, of Hastings pleaded guilty in May to operating or maintaining a lab for the manufacture of a controlled substance, subsequent offense. He was sentenced last week to 12 months in jail with credit for 90 days served and 36 months of probation. McKelvey must participate in day reporting for 12 months after release from jail. His driver’s license has been suspended for one year and he was ordered to participate in cognitive behavior therapy while in jail. Thomas Richard Williams, 49, of Hastings pleaded guilty to desertion and abandonment. He was sentenced July 21 in Barry County Circuit Court to six months in jail with credit for 74 days served. Jail time was suspended upon payment of $628. Williams was ordered Banner CLASSIFIEDS For Sale Garage Sale National Ads AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. 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Lee March 9, 1985 - July 28, 1998 July 28, 1998 was the day you were taken from us, 12 years have not changed the way we feel or lessen the missing of you. Time has helped but has not removed the hurt. Love you always, Mom, Dad, Robb & Amanda Real Estate YARD SALE, JULY 29th & 30th, 3185 N. M-43 (Wel- A BEAUTIFUL REMODcome Corners Church), 9am- ELED floor plan with cathedral ceilings and a hand4pm. made solid oak kitchen. All YARD SALE, JULY 31st, new electric, plumbing, cen1614 N. M-43, Hastings, tral air, furnace and water 9am-4pm. heater. Definitely a must see! Please call (269)838-9965 Open House, every Sunday, For Rent 2-5pm, 1021 S. Hanover, LARGE 2 BEDROOM main Hastings. floor apartment in Hastings. Appliances and utilities inFarm cluded $625/month, $625 EARTH SERVICES is in urdeposit. Call (616)374-7274 gent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it Lawn & Garden up, clean out your barn of AQUATIC PLANTS: Water old hay - (Any type of hay lilies & lotus, Gold Fish & that isn’t moldy). We are alKOI, liners, pumps, filters. so looking for pasture land Apol’s Landscaping Co, 9340 and hay fields. EARTH Kalamazoo, Caledonia SERVICES is a 501(c)3 non(616)698-1030 Open M-F profit organization. All don9am-5:30pm, Saturday 9amations are tax deductible. 2pm. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 1996 BUICK RIVIERA, loaded, very good condition. $3,900. (269)945-5418. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Mark Douglas Morris, 54, of Middleville pleaded guilty July 21 to domestic violence. He was sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court to 62 days in jail with credit for 62 days served. Morris was ordered to pay a total of $103 in costs and restitution. In addition, he pleaded guilty to operating without a license A Lake Odessa man died Sunday, July 25, after he apparently crossed the centerline and collided head-on with a pickup truck. Initial investigation revealed that Richard Hill Jr., 42, crashed into a Chevrolet truck driven by Marcia Yoder, 63, of Charlotte. Hill was pronounced dead at the scene. Michigan State Police responded to the traffic accident around 2 p.m. on Brown Road near Velte Road in Woodland Township. Yoder was transported to the hospital with minor injuries. Michigan State Police were assisted on the scene by the Woodland Township Fire Department, Nashville Emergency Medical Services and Lake Odessa Police. Alcohol is not believed a factor in the accident, which remains under investigation. Woman arrested for striking another Hastings City Police officers responded to a domestic assault complaint July 20 in the 1000 block of South Jefferson Street. Karla Miller, 45, of Hastings is suspected of assaulting a 55-year-old Hastings woman after a verbal argument became physical. The victim reported being struck several times before escaping and calling 911. According to the police report, the victim had obvious injuries to her face, and alcohol consumption was evident at the scene. Miller was placed under arrest on charges of domestic assault and taken to the Barry County jail. Stolen phone found for sale on Internet The owner of Hastings Radio Shack contacted Hastings City Police July 16 after he discovered that a Verizon Incredible Smart Phone was missing. He believed the missing phone was for sale on Craig’s List. The investigating officer made contact with the seller, Joseph Hensley, 23, of Hastings who was advertising the “brand new, never activated” phone for $450. Arrangements were made to purchase the phone, where the officer verified the serial number. The Verizon phone retails for $600. Hensley told the police he had gotten the phone from another person. After officers reviewed video surveillance, they said a person resembling Hensley was seen removing the phone from Radio Shack. Hensley failed to show for a follow-up interview and is suspected of fleeing to another state. Anyone with information about Joseph Hensley and his whereabouts is asked to contact the Hastings City Police at 269-945-5744 or Silent Observer at 800-310-9031. The incident has been forwarded to the Barry County Prosecutor for review. Car bomb report appears false Barry County Sheriff’s Department, assisted by Michigan State Police, evacuated area residents and closed M-37 July 20 to investigate a reported car bomb. A male subject fled from a vehicle parked at 3398 S. M-37 which he suspected contained explosives. The Michigan State Police Bomb Unit investigated, but found no evidence of an explosive device. The man was transported to the Battle Creek Veterans Administration Hospital for mental evaluation. Warehouse sleeper arrested on warrant Barry County Deputies responded to a report of property squatters, with possible alcohol and controlled substances, at 13895 Burchett Road in southwest Prairieville Township. Upon arrival at the abandoned building, deputies found two suspects sleeping on the floor. After deputies verified identification, one suspect was taken into custody. Lacey Marie Swinehart, 19, was arrested for an outstanding misdemeanor warrant from Allegan County. No evidence of controlled substances was found. CDs stolen from car at county fair Barry County Sheriff’s Department responded to a stolen property report at the Barry County Fair parking area July 19. The victim reported 30 to 40 music CDs stolen from her car’s sun visor and said that her CD player faceplate was missing. She had locked her car before attending a mud run at the fair that evening and returned to notice the missing property. The car was still locked and not damaged. No suspects have been identified. A Dowling man reported on July 13 that his chain saw was missing. He said he suspected his cousin of taking the tool from his grandmother’s barn. He also said he believed his cousin was responsible for several other thefts in the neighborhood. When deputies contacted the suspect, he confessed to the theft and selling the saw for $40 in order to purchase heroine. He confessed to being an addict. An outstanding warrant in Kalamazoo County was found during a background check. The suspect was then transported to the county line and handed over to Kalamazoo County officers. The chainsaw was recovered. Barry County Sheriff’s Department is seeking a warrant for larceny of a building and larceny of property between $200 and $1,000. The case is pending review by the Barry County Prosecutor. License plate switch ignites family fight 77546543 77543023 A Hastings man was sentenced Wednesday, July 21, for breaking and entering with intent at four locations in Hastings. Justin Reece Laws, 19, pleaded guilty and was sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court to six months in jail with credit for 80 days served. Laws was ordered to pay a total of $1,447 in costs and restitution, and to serve 24 months of probation. He was also ordered to attend a substance abuse program and cognitive behavior therapy. Lake O man killed in motorcycle accident Chainsaw sold to buy drugs Automotive All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Wesley Byron Baker, 23, of Hastings pleaded no contest July 21 to fleeing a police officer, malicious destruction of police property, assault with a weapon (vehicle) and being a habitual offender. He was sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court to five months in jail with credit for 139 days served. Baker was ordered to pay a total of $4,030 in costs and restitution and to serve 36 months of probation. He also was ordered to participate in a treatment program. Dale Leroy Holiday, 33, of Plainwell pleaded guilty July 21 to operating and maintaining a laboratory involving methamphetamine. Holiday was sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court to 12 months in jail, with credit for 84 days served, and 36 months of probation. He was ordered to pay $2,976 in costs and restitution. In addition, his driver’s license was suspended for 12 months and then restricted for treatment, employment and probation needs. POLICE BEAT CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 Estate Sale A Grand Rapids man pleaded no contest to attempted criminal sexual conduct, second degree, with a person under 13 years of age. Brian Keith Gottschalk II, 25, was sentenced July 21 in Barry County Circuit Court to six months in jail with credit for 92 days served. He also was ordered to serve 60 months of probation. and being a habitual offender. He was sentenced to four months in jail, with credit for 64 days served, and 36 months of probation. Costs and restitution totaled $1,128. The balance of his jail sentence would be suspended upon payment of combined total $1,231. Barry County Sheriff Deputies responded July 19 to a reported assault and stolen vehicle. The victim said she suspected her son of taking a license plate off her sister’s 1986 Dodge Shadow and moved to her 1990 Oldsmobile 98. When the victim approached her son and his girlfriend about the act, the girlfriend reportedly assaulted her. The mother said that when she called the police, the son took her cell phone, broke it and threw the phone at a window which resulted in broken glass. The son and girlfriend then left in the Oldsmobile. The case is open and turned over to the Barry County Prosecutor. Sign up for Summerfest sports underway Registration is currently open for the annual Hastings Summerfest sporting events. Summerfest will be held Aug. 27, 28 and 29 in Hastings. There is room for 12 teams, and the first teams to sign-up will get to play, in the annual softball tournament at Fish Hatchery Park. The cost to participate is $175 per team. Contact Aaron Snyder at (269) 838-8986 to get registered. The annual bench press and deadlift weight lifting competitions will be held downtown by Hastings City Bank beginning at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 28. Weight-in begins at 9:30 a.m. There will be five weight classes in each event. The cost to enter is $5. Contact Ben Bowman at (269) 83o8-0979 for more info. The First Baptist Church will once again host 4-on-4 co-ed sand volleyball and 5-on-5 roller hockey. Contact Jody Swift at (269) 945-4855 to sign-up teams for the volleyball tournament, which will begin at 9 a.m. Aug. 28. The cost to play is $5 per person. Entries are due by Aug. 20. Contact Amy Olsen at (269) 945-2884 to participate in the roller hockey tournament. The event also starts at 9 a.m. Aug. 28. There will be three age divisions, one for first through third graders, one for fourth through sixth graders, and one for seventh through ninth graders. Grader are those for the 20092010 school year. The cost to participate is $30 per team, and entries and money are due by Aug. 20. The Jim Jensen Memorial 3-on-3 Basketball tournament will be held at Tyden Park Aug. 28. Contact Brett Bremer at (269) 945-9554 for more information. The cost for three or four-person teams to participate is $25. Entries are due by Aug. 20. Teams that have registered can begin checking in at 8:30 a.m., and games will start around 9:30 a.m. The 10K-5K run will begin at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, along with the 5K walk. Contact Jamie VerStrate for more information at (269) 948-3139. For those who submit entries by Aug. 20 the cost is $20. The cost is $25 beginning Aug. 21. Registration can be done on-line at www.classicrace.com. There will also be a free fun run beginning in the Hastings Middle School parking lot Saturday at 9:45 a.m. A tennis tournament will be held at Hastings High School, beginning at 5 p.m. Aug. 27. The tournament will restart Aug. 28 at 8 a.m. and then again Aug. 29 at 10 a.m. There will be singles, doubles and mixed doubles competitions in 12-18, 19-35, and 36-and-up age divisions. Contact Lissie Letot at (269) 623-4546 or Pattie LaJoye at (269) 945-9766. The Hastings Football Club is sponsoring a 3-on-3 Soccer Classic at Fish Hatchery Park beginning at 9 a.m. Aug. 28. There will be boys’ U8, U10, U12, and U14 competitions, and girls’ U8, U10, U12, U14, and high school competitions. The cost is $60 per team (of up to five players) if received by July 31. The cost is $75 after July 31. Registration ends Aug. 13. Registration forms and rules are available online at www.hastingsfc.com contact Sarah at (616) 706-1151 for more information or e-mail them to hastingsfc49058@yahoo.com. Rozema will visit Saturday, donations still being accepted Donations of new and used sports equipment to benefit the Barry County YMCA are still being collected by Bob’s Gun & Tackle in Hastings. The collection continues through Saturday, when former Detroit Tiger pitcher Dave Rozema will be making an appearance at the store. Rozema will sign free autographs from noon until 2 p.m. and hold a Youth Pitchers’ Clinic from approximately 2 to 2:30 p.m. A limited number of pictures will be available for signing. Activities are free of charge to the general public. Steve Hayes, of Bob’s Gun & Tackle, said he is hopeful that a lot of equipment can be collected with the public’s help. Rozema, a native of Grand Rapids, made the big league team in 1977 and played eight years with the Detroit Tigers. In 1977, Rozema was named Rookie of the Year, and Rookie Pitcher of the Year. He was a part of the 1984 World Champion team. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — Page 19 Nashville trustee resigns; Taser rules amended Fans enjoyed two days of motocross Riders had to work their way through the pack during each race at Friday’s SJO Productions Motocross hosted by the Barry County Fair. There were two evenings of motocross in front of the grandstand at the fair this year, Thursday and Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern The Nashville Village Council met Thursday to discuss revision of the police department’s Taser policy and resignation of a board member. A letter of resignation received from Trustee Sandra Lundquist was read aloud to the crowd and board members. She wrote that she was regretful to leave her post but had to resign due to health problems. Later in the meeting, the board approved a motion to accept Lundquist’s resignation. The board then took community questions. One resident said he was concerned that the severe weather alert siren had not sounded during a storm earlier in the day. Trustee Jack Holden told the man that the alarm system was active, however the decision had been made not to sound the alarm that day since the tornado warning had been several miles away at the extreme southern border of the county. During the 16-minute meeting, the board Public input sought on non-motorized system maps The Southwest Michigan Planning Commission will be accepting comments from the public for the Nine-County NonMotorized Transportation Project’s existing and planned non-motorized facilities maps until Aug. 15. The SWMPC, Michigan Department of Transportation and the Southwest Michigan Alliance for Recreational Trails have been working to develop a new non-motorized map for the region and are entering the final stages of the mapping process. The Southwest Riders bounce along on the track during the motocross Friday at the Barry County Fair. (Photo by Perry Hardin) discussed bids from asphalt companies to resurface Church Street from Main to Middle streets with a 1.5-inch overlay. A motion was unanimously approved to accept the bid of $24,000 from Murray’s Asphalt instead of the bids of $29,800 or $24,900 from other companies. The board approved changes to the police department’s policy on the use of what are considered ‘less-lethal weapons,’ specifically Tasers. The council discussed changing key terms and specific rules included in the policy, voting on changes such as not shooting perpetrators in the chest unless absolutely necessary. During a roundtable discussion, board members once again expressed their regrets at losing Lundquist, and Trustee Mary Coll said she had a card to sign for Lundquist to show support in her health struggles. The next Nashville Village Council meeting will be 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 5. Michigan region includes the counties of Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Branch, Cass, Calhoun, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph and Van Buren. The maps can be viewed at www.swmpc.org. Comments can be sent through e-mail or by phone to Suzann Flowers, flowerss@swmpc.org, or 269-925-1137 ext. 17; or Marcy Colclough, colcloughm@swmpc.org, phone number 269925-1137 ext. 25. For more information about this project, contact Flowers. J-Ad Graphics and the Hastings Athletic Boosters proudly presents A trio of riders files high above the track during the motocross Friday night at the Barry County Fair. (Photo by Perry Hardin) THE BUZZ YOUNGS LEGENDS GOLF CLASSIC Saturday, August 7th, 2010 at River Bend Golf Course 4-Person Scramble • 8:30 a.m. Shot Gun Start by Brett Bremer Lions’ championship the highlight of my afternoon Up until Wednesday afternoon there was only one sound recording on my phone. One my wife had sent me of our little boy laughing when he was only a few months old. There are two now. “The Lions are Super Bowl 45 champions. From hapless to hopeless to now, finally unbeatable.” The new Madden 11 video game will be released in stores Aug. 10, but some clips from the game are starting to pop up. Among those on You Tube are Super Bowl celebrations for the Detroit Lions, Jacksonville Jaguars, and the defending champion New Orleans Saints. The smile on my face the first time I watched the Lions’ clip had to be just as big as the first time I heard the clip of my son laughing over the phone. “Before this season the Lions had only one playoff victory in 50 years, but this amazing championship run has put Detroit firmly on the football map,” says the announcer as the digital Lions celebrate their win over the Colts. Unfortunately a championship wouldn’t put the Lions on the football map. The Lions stuck their flag firmly in the football map two years ago when they became the first team to ever go 0-16 in a single season. The 2010 Detroit Lions squad will be very different from the one that planted that flag in 2008. And the 2010 squad will officially open training camp tomorrow in Allen Park. The clip from the game includes Kevin Smith being mobbed by teammates in the end zone, Calvin Johnson’s TD catch which helped him earn MVP honors, Matthew Stafford running all over the place celebrating, Colts’ quarterback Peyton Manning trudging off the field with his head down as confetti flutters through the sky all around him, a championship parade through Detroit, and even a visit to see President Obama at the White House. To be honest though, the real Dulles International Airport doesn’t need to prepare for the Lions’ plane to touch down any time soon. The Washington Redskins come to Ford Field on Halloween, and that’s probably as close to the Washington Monument or the Lincoln Memorial any of the Lions’ will be getting this season. The Lions will be better in 2010 than they were in 2008 or 2009. They should win at least twice as many games as they did last year, but unfortunately that was only two. Stafford, the quarterback, has an extra year of seasoning in. Johnson should be back to full strength, and has a running mate in Nate Burleson who can even catch the football. In the offseason the top priority was improving the defensive line, and the Lions added more talent there than in any other spot on the field. Rookie Jahvid Best has the potential to be a very good NFL running back. Maybe the most entertaining move of all was the bringing back of Pro Bowl defensive back Dre Bly, who was labeled a cancer after his first stint in Detroit because he didn’t like all the losing. There are those that like to dream of Lions’ Super Bowl championship, or just the Lions finishing the season with a .500 record. I’m a Lions’ realist. I set the over under last year at five wins, and took the under. This year, maybe I bump that line up to six and take the under. But after staring at the computer screen, listening to “this victory means so much to the Motor City. This championship adds up to much more than just a moment to celebrate for this struggling community, but a jumping point that says dreams do come true,” and feeling the goosebumps rise up my back, I know somewhere inside there’s that true Honolulu blue Lions’ fan inside of me. Mower racing at fair Some of the Grass Clippers raced for fun at the Barry County Fair on Saturday, July 24 in front of the grandstand. “Even though we raced on a make shift muddy track we had fun and the crowd enjoyed the racing,” said event organizer Joe Misak. Ten year old Kodi Misak, the club’s only junior racer did a excellent job racing against the faster and more experienced racers bringing home a checkered and a second in heat racing and a third in the feature. “My mower is not the fastest because of the governor but it turns good and I was able to keep up with the others in the corners,” said Kodi. Also winning their heats were Ron Smith of Middleville, Rob Strawser of Cutlerville , and Aric Foster of Middleville winning the feature. The second half of the lawn mower racing season begins on Saturday, July 31 with the Barry County 200. 07548325 — Cash Prizes — First… 500 • Second… 300 2 Blind Draws… $100 each $ $ Closest to the pin - Long Drives (Males/Females), 50/50 closest to the pin, Skins game (optional), Raffle table. $75.00 per person includes: greens fee for 18 holes of golf, shared power cart and dinner. LEGENDS…Jock Clarey, Lew Lang, Jack Hoke, Robert Carlson, Patricia Murphy, Richard Guenther, Bruce McDowell, Bernie Oom, Tony Turkal, Robert VanderVeen, Dr. Jim Atkinson, Carl Schoessel, Larry Melendy, Cynthia Robbe, William Karpinski, Ernest Strong, Dennis Storrs, Earlene Baum, Larry Baum, Dave Furrow, Judy Anderson, Tom Brighton, Jeff Simpson, our 2010 Legend is Jack Longstreet, and 2010 Fan of the year...Gordon Ironside. To sign up please call... Karla Hayden at 269-948-4679 or email hastingsathleticboosters@gmail.com 77547983 07524896 �Page 20 — Thursday, July 29, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Autocross champ happy to celebrate with family by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Winning at the Barry County Fair would have been one of the big highlights of the year for Mandy Watson-Furrow in any other year. It’s going to be a little further down the list this year, and that was evident on how she planned on celebrating her win Wednesday night after being crowned the Powder Puff champion at the Martin Extreme Racing Autocross. “I’m going to pick my baby up from the baby-sitter and go home. I’m pooped,” Watson-Furrow said. Watson-Furrow has already had so much to be thankful for in the past year. She and her husband Jeff celebrated their one-year anniversary the week before the fair. “This means a lot to me,” Mandy said. “My husband and I just had a baby three months ago. In February, my husband died of cardiac arrest and he came back with a defibrillator.” With such an emotional and hectic start to 2010, it was the day before the autocross that Watson-Furrow decided she would enter the event. This was her seventh year running in either the autocross or the demolition derby at the fair. “It’s pretty cool it turned out this way,” Watson-Furrow said. She’d run second before, but this was her first win. The victory was a little anti-climac- Eventual four-cylinder class champion Dan McKinney of Hastings travels the right way as Dustin Gillons tries to get turned around during their heat at the Martin Extreme Racing Autocross event Wednesday at the Barry County Fair. (Photo by Brett Bremer) tic as only her and Sarah Keizer had cars that survived to run in the final event. “Both Sarah and I felt pretty pathetic going out just the two of us,” Watson-Furrow said. “I got a good start. In previous years my car Scott Adams gets all four wheels off the ground as he races along in front of the grandstand Wednesday during the autocross event at the Barry County Fair. (Photo by Brett Bremer) didn’t make it. It’s amazing it made it. I bought it from a kid, and it had been in a wreck.” Watson-Furrow does all the work on her cars herself, which is a big reason why she Mandy Watson-Furrow races towards victory in the number 22 car, ahead of Sarah Keizer, in the Powder Puff Main Event Wednesday during the Martin Extreme Racing Autocross at the Barry County Fair. (Photo by Brett Bremer) has been getting more involved in the autocross. It takes a lot less work to get a car ready to compete in the autocross than it does to compete in the demolition derby. She won this autocross driving a 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. The night’s other winners were Dan McKinney of Hastings in the number five car in the four-cylinder main event, and Chad Keizer in the 727 car in the six/eight-cylinder main event. TAPRC director settling into his new position by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Steve Hildabrand was thrown in to one of the busiest times of the season when he was named the new Thornapple Area Parks and Recreation Commission director in May. Those youth baseball and softball seasons are behind him now, but there is still plenty to do. And he’s got big plans. There will be continued upgrades to the Crane Road baseball diamonds in Middleville, and there is currently fundraising going on right now to build a new concession stand and storage building at the facility. The fall flag football season for first and second graders will be starting soon, and registration will be opening up before long for the 5K run during Middleville’s Heritage Day. He also has plans to try and create a men’s basketball league this winter and women’s and/or Co-ed volleyball programs. In the future, he’d like to see the slow pitch softball program return to its glory days too. “We’re down to six teams,” Hildabrand said. “From what I understand, back in the day, there were 14 teams. It was huge.” He doesn’t want to get an idea for a project, and then wait five years for that project to get rolling. “You’re missing generations of kids every time you say you’re going to do this next year.” “I have high expectations for the Parks and Rec. I don’t want to see a program just sit,” Hildabrand said. “I want to see it grow. I feel if a program is not growing, it’s just going to falter.” Hildabrand was the director of the AYSO program in Middleville for two years, spent five years coaching high school basketball at Thornapple Kellogg, has coached AYSO teams, coached and umpired TAPRC baseball, and coached and umpired in the South Central Michigan Youth Baseball (SCMYB) league. “I might be the director, but the community has to be involved too,” Hildabrand said. “I can facilitate everything. The community needs to be involved, parents need to be involved, not just signing up their kids coaching, umpiring, concessions, helping out with the fields and things like that.” Fundraising will take the entire community as well. He sees his biggest challenge in the new position as figuring out how to make improvements to the current programs, add programs, and also keep it affordable for the community to participate in the programs. Hildabrand owns a construction company, a new cabinetry company in Hastings, and works for a furniture company in Middleville, in addition to being the new TAPRC director. He and his wife Amanda have three children. He also applied for the job four years ago, 77547959 Steve Hildabrand when Kelly Pino replaced Mike Bremer. The TAPRC is a joint venture between the Thornapple Kellogg Schools, Thornapple Township, and the Village of Middleville. Each entity is represented by three members on the nine-member TAPRC board. 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Rozema shares signature and skills in Hastings See Story on Page 2 See Editorial on Page 5 See Story on Page 16 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 31 NEWS BRIEFS Sidewalks Sounds in Hastings Thursday night The third in the series of Sidewalk Sounds Thursday Night Music Series takes place tonight (Aug. 5). Some of the acts in the Aug. 5 lineup include: Jenn’s Remedy, Jeff Sipe, Dorothy Cooley, and Ed Englerth, Musicians will play from 6 to 8 p.m. each Thursday night. They will be collecting tips on behalf of the Thornapple Arts Council to benefit the participating artists and to continue the existence of the Sidewalk Sounds Music Series in the future. Rain venues are State Grounds Coffee House, Jefferson Street Gallery, Fall Creek Restaurant and the County Seat. Vietnam Legacy Ride comes to Hastings Airport Saturday The Vietnam Legacy Ride will leave the Vietnam War memorial in Lansing Saturday morning, Aug. 7 and arrive at the Hastings/Barry County Airport between noon and 12:30 p.m., according to an estimate. Organizers anticipate up to 1,000 motorcycles taking part of this event. “This is a long overdue tribute and welcome home for Vietnam era veterans and their families,” according to a press release. The local airport is located at 3005 North Airport Rd. The Lansing memorial is located across from the Hall of Justice at 925 W. Ottawa. The ride departs Lansing at 10:30 a.m. Riders will travel on M-43 from Lansing and will go through downtown Hastings before heading out to the airport. The line of motorcycles will be going between 40 to 45 miles an hour on the highway. It is suggested that those watching for the Legacy Ride be waiting along State Street in downtown Hastings between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Hoot Gibson has organized a car show at the airport that same day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information contact him at 269-948-8325. There will be dash plaques for the first 100 registered vehicles and there will be 24 awards. Chance Encounter performs Friday in Middleville Former Thornapple Kellogg teacher Steve Evans, of the group Chance Encounter, and Catherine Beyer, Riverbank Friday night music coordinator, will be part of the Friday, Aug. 6 EightWest program on Wood TV 8. The program begins at 11 a.m. Beyer and Evans will be talking about the performance happening that evening in Middleville. Chance Encounter is local band well known for its rock inspired performances. In addition to the Friday night performance by Chance Encounter from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Stagecoach Park, the Middleville Lions Club is holding a fundraiser to help the victims of last week’s fire at the Middleville Hardware Store and Westen’s Carpet. Doc Elwood from the Lions Club is encouraging people to purchase a chance to win a lamb donated by John Loftus and other prizes. This fundraiser will continue through the performance by Chance Encounter with winners announced at the end of the concert. In case of bad weather, concerts are moved to the Middleville United Methodist Church at the corner of Main and Church streets. “Anyone who would like to make a financial contribution to help the fire victims can make checks out to the Middleville Emergency Recovery Fund,” Elwood said. Donations can be dropped off at any Chemical Bank, including the one in Middleville. Donations can also be given to Lions Club members at the Aug. 6 concert. BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, August 5, 2010 Callton sweeps Republican nomination for 87th state rep. seat by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Mike Callton, a Nashville chiropractor and a Barry County Board of Commissioners member, captured nearly twice as many votes as both of his primary election challengers to win the Republican nomination for the 87th District state representative seat. He will face Democrat Greg Grieves, of Saranac, on the November election ballot. Grieves was unopposed in the primary. With 6,377 votes, Callton Tuesday defeated Republicans Michael Bremer, of Middleville, a fellow Barry County commissioner, and Steve Fabiano, of Portland. Bremer received 3,547 votes and Fabiano, 3,581, according to unofficial returns from the Michigan Secretary of State’s office. The 87th District includes all of Barry County and about 25 percent of Ionia County. That seat is being vacated by term-limited Brian Calley. Callton had 4,253 votes from Barry County residents and 2,124 from Ionia County residents. Bremer had 2,992 votes in Barry and 555 from Ionia. Fabiano had 1,542 votes in Barry and 2,039 in Ionia. was nearly 3,000.” Callton said his campaign focus was on the economy and jobs and any time the campaign became sidetracked, he would re-focus on the economy and jobs. “That’s what people want to see,” he said. Callton said he started campaigning four years ago when he was helping Brian Calley’s campaign and Calley “put the idea in my head” to run for the 87th seat when he became term-limited. Callton said he has been building relationships in Ionia County for the past four years, and he credits that for taking “almost half of Ionia County’s vote (for his win in the primary). “A lot of people think you just have to win Barry County,” but he said that hasn’t proven to be true in the past. “It was a good win, and I did it without being negative.” He surmises that his Republican opponents perhaps sought the state position “prematurely” without much political experience. Callton plans to take a short vacation break with his wife before he begins campaigning to win the November election. Voters nix recall in Prairieville Township Mike Callton “I’m definitely elated,” Callton said of his victory Wednesday morning. He said “people worked really hard” to help him win. “I was hoping for a 1,000 vote win, and it The majority of Prairieville Township voters in Tuesday’s primary election want to keep Jim Stoneburner as supervisor and Jill Owens as clerk. They were the targets of a recall campaign by the Prairieville Recall Committee, which was formed last year. Voters said no to recalling Stoneburner by a vote of 527 to 440. They said no to recalling Owens by a vote of 469 to 429. Neither Stoneburner or Owens returned a telephone message requesting comments about their victories. County joins state in giving nod to Snyder, Bernero County and state also jive in congressional and state senate votes by Shannon Cornett Intern Political novice and former Gateway entrepreneur Rick Snyder pulled ahead in Tuesday’s primary election, snagging the Republican nomination for governor from experienced political frontrunner Pete Hoekstra by just under 100,000 votes total throughout the state. Voters in Barry County favored Snyder with 4,044 votes in total, nearly 43 percent of all votes for governor placed within the county, while Hoekstra took up second on the ballots with 2,164. Snyder, 52, an Ann Arbor Republican, holds three degrees from the University of Michigan, is pro-life and currently works as CEO of Ardesta LLC, a venture capital firm. His 10-point economical plan includes steps to ‘make more and better jobs,’ ‘restore cities and control urban sprawl,’ and reforming Michigan’s tax system to make it more ‘fair, competitive, and efficient.’ Between two candidates vying for the democratic nomination, Virg Bernero, stood apart and received 307,335 of the 524,785 votes cast in that race against democratic nominee Andy Dillon. Barry County as well favored Bernero, granting 896 votes to him and only 674 to his opponent. Bernero, 46, a Lansing Democrat, is a graduate of Adrian College and is currently mayor of Lansing. He takes strong standpoints on environmental issues, stating that Michigan can be a state of ‘cutting edge efficiency.’ He has already been known as a strong environmental mayor and his platform consists of pushing Michigan into a greener era, as well as taking stances on equality for all in Michigan, healthcare and education. Between the seven candidates on the ballot Geiger and VanNortwick win challenges for county board seats for the third district representative in Congress, representing all of Barry, Ionia and much of Kent counties, Justin Amash arose from the primary victorious with the Republican nomination. In total, he received 38,203 votes throughout the third congressional district, trumping runner up Steve Heacock who received 24,882. Barry County favored Amash as well with 4,230 votes, giving only 1,577 to Heacock. Amash, 30, a Kentwood Republican, is a graduate of the University of Michigan and opposes any legislation that might limit market competition. He also says that he will work to repeal the recently passed health care legislation. He has earned a reputation in Lansing as being a strict conservative with Tea Party-like principals. For the Democratic third congressional nominees, Pat Miles overtook lone competitor Paul Mayhue for the candidacy with over twice as many votes district- wide. Miles received 14,023 votes, leaving Mayhue with 6,453. In Barry County alone he made a wide sweep of the board, tallying 968 votes, while Mayhue received 466. Miles is a Democrat who is currently a business lawyer who serves on the DeVos Children’s Hospital Foundation Board. The Harvard Law grad said he hopes to “bring West Michigan values to Washington,” and also takes a firm stance on ‘bringing back the American Dream through education.’ He also wants to create jobs, stating that ‘the number one job of Congress right now is getting Americans back to work.’ The 24th district state senator’s seat had two nominees running for the Republican candidacy with Rick Jones pulling far ahead of competitor Randy Brink after the votes were tallied. Jones received 26,121 votes throughout the district while Brink came in with 10,827. Barry County also voted in Jones’ favor, casting 5,569 votes toward him while 2,173 votes went toward Brink. Jones, 57, and a Grand Ledge Republican, is a three-term house member and former Eaton County Sherriff. He received his bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University and leadership training from Central Michigan University and the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigations. He is pro-life and is known widely for his gutsy display of letting himself be tazed at a House committee meeting. He says he’s running to “continue fighting waste of tax dollars.” The lone Democratic nominee for the 24th district who will be running in November against Jones for the state position is Michelle DiSano. She tallied a total of 9,048 votes, with 1,307 of those coming from Barry County. DiSano, 41, is a life-long Democrat and first-time candidate. She has an associate’s degree from Washtenaw Community College, is employed currently by the city of Lansing and is a member of the Teamster’s Union. Voters narrowly pass school bond proposal Jeff VanNortwick Benjamin Geiger by Shannon Cornett J-ad Graphics Intern Incumbent Barry County Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick squeaked a primary election victory for the Republican nomination by 15 votes in the seventh district. He defeated his Republican opponent Mike Boles by receiving 513 votes, or 50.49% of the votes. Boles received 498, or 49.02% of the votes. No Democratic candidates were on the ballot. VanNortwick could not be reached for comment. In Barry County District Five, two Republicans went head to head for the candidacy, with Benjamin Geiger pulling ahead with 683 votes to defeat Gary White, who garnered 356 votes. There were no Democratic Party candidates for the seat. “I’m very pleased and thankful for the people who came out and supported me and I’m very excited to work on the board of commissioners and with the fellow members to keep the county on track,” said Geiger after learning about his victory. Incumbent Donald Nevins ran unopposed for the Republican nomination for the county board’s District One. He will face Democratic nominee Bob Dickinson, also unopposed in the primary, in the November general election. Running unopposed in the primary and also in November are Republican Dan Parker of District Two; Republican Joe Lyons in District Three; Republican Howard Gibson in District Four, Republican Craig Stolsonburg in District Six and Republican Robert Houtman in District Eight. All are incumbents except for Parker, who is running to fill the seat vacated by Michael Bremer. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During Tuesday’s primary election, voters in the Hastings Area School District approved a no-tax increase bond proposal by 106 votes, or a 3.3 percent margin. The bond proposal was for an extension of an existing debt retirement millage, which was scheduled for an approximately .02 percent rollback at its current levy. The extension means the district can continue to collect approximately $1 a year (.02 per $1,000 of taxable value) for property valued at $100,000 for up to 16 years. The funds from the extension are earmarked for educational technology upgrades at the middle and high schools, improve building handicap accessibility and security in all building in the school district, repair aging boilers, roofs and flooring With 3,208 ballots cast, 1,657 (51.65 percent) voted in favor of the bond proposal while 1,551 (48.35 percent) voted against it. “We (The Board of Education and I) are tickled pink,” said Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee of the results of the election. “I am excited to see that people saw the need for instructional technology in our secondary classrooms and took advantage of an opportunity to make these improvements without having to increase taxes.” Satterlee added that he is appreciative of the efforts of all those who worked hard to rally support for the millage. The bond now allows the district to borrow up to $3.2 million for the improvements through the federal government’s low-interest Qualified School Construction Bond. This will save the district more than $1 million in interest during the life of the bond. Satterlee said that in order to qualify for the low-interest loan, which is part of the Administration’s stimulus package, the district’s projects needed to be shovel-ready. That means’ the district anticipates beginning work on the improvements as soon as bids can be received and approved. He added that the Board of Education hopes to use as many local contractors as possible. �Page 2 — Thursday, August 5, 2010 — The Hastings Banner DDA presents Civil War memorial proposal to county commissioners by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Hastings Community Development Director John Hart and Downtown Development Authority member Jim Brown gave a presentation to the Barry County Board of Commissioners Committee of the Whole (COW) Tuesday morning regarding the proposal to move the Civil War monument. The 42-foot statue currently stands at the entrance to Tyden Park, and the proposal suggests moving the monument to the corner of the Barry County Courthouse lawn near the corner of South Broadway and East State streets. Hart said the DDA had completed its survey of the courthouse grounds and created a preliminary site plan to illustrate the possible placement of the war memorial with respect to existing landscaping. When the creation of a war memorial on the northwest corner of the courthouse lawn was initially proposed to the COW, some members of that body expressed concern that the monument could in fact result in the removal of existing trees, some of which are believed to have been planted as a memorial several years ago. Hart said that while COW members had previously suggested moving the memorial closer to the intersection, the DDA chose not to explore that option. “...What we wanted to do was create a tranquil place for folks to reflect, and stay on the lawn shaded by the trees, someplace where they could be, for a certain amount of time, be out of the traffic, in a calming place where they could just retreat to,” said Hart. “If we moved it up further, we would not be reflecting. And, it would be also, more of an iconic sort of vista-creating obelisk, something that would bring you into the city and such. But really, like the fountain, we wanted to bring it inward.” Hart said that the study found, that most of the trees were, “out of harms way,” with the relocation of the monument to that location. “We would need some trimming around the 33-inch (girth) maple to make sure that there wasn’t any conflict with the monument at its highest peak,” he said. “The 15-inch (girth) maple is the only item that would restrict view of the monument. It wouldn’t impact it structurally but it would impact the view. “So ... our approach would be to see if we could (use) this site in here without any harm to any of the trees, trim up the canopy a little bit and then later... knowing that this 15-inch maple would be more desirable not to be there. But, we could put that in place now,” added Hart. He also noted that the shrubs, yews and dogwoods could be moved to the other side of the historical marker, which would make it more symmetrical with the other historical marker on the lawn. County Board Chairman Bob Houtman asked about the 15-inch maple and whether it was planted as a memorial. Hart said that the DDA’s research did not yield any concrete information about that particular tree. “So, if fact, eventually if the 15-inch had to come down, is the DDA prepared, through some financial means, to replace it somewhere else?” asked Houtman. “No problem,” said Brown. “We would like to enhance the site with additional landscaping,” said Hart. “We want to come to you with a plan. So, if there is a plan that you wanted four or five trees, and mark something to dedicate to it ... Obviously, we wouldn’t be putting in 15-inchers, they would be much smaller trees...” Brown said that all additional landscaping and memorials would be documented, “so nobody has this conversation a hundred years from now.” Commissioner and COW member Jeff Van VanNortwick brought his own site plan, which he said reflected the true growth of the trees as they mature. That’s what (the DDA’s) site plan really doesn’t do. It doesn’t reflect what the mature canopy of those plants will be,” he said. “While I don’t think you are trivializing the value of these trees, I think it is important that we truly reflect what the mature growth rate of those plants will be, whether it is our lifetime or the next generation’s lifetime for the perpetual care of this.” VanNortwick said the memorial’s intrusion on the root system of the trees could have a negative impact on the plants. “As anyone who has academic training in agriculture would understand, when you start getting underneath the canopy of a tree, you are essentially in the root zone of that plant and there is detriment to that plant,” he said adding that the Michigan State University forestry or landscape architecture school would provide guidance in that regard if requested to do so. “I, for one, am not opposed to having (the monument) on the courthouse lawn. But, I am opposed to having it when it is going to end up like this for our ancestors that thought we were going to take good care of these trees,” said VanNortwick. “I think that it is important that we put the monument in a more suitable location, and it is my thought that it could be moved out ... until such time I am going to have a hard time buying into this.” Commissioner Mike Bremer said he understood what VanNortwick was saying about the trees and the canopy but, “I think our This preliminary site plan for the proposed relocation of the Civil War monument to the court house lawn was presented to the Barry County Board of Commissioners Committee of the Whole Tuesday morning. ancestors understand that trees don’t live forever – lightening strikes, disease comes. Any number of things could come. I think with proper care and pruning, the trees will still be able to mature, the canopy can surround the memorial. I think our ancestors would be happy with us to see this memorial on the courthouse lawn ... The trees around the fountain seem to be doing pretty good.” “We’d like folks to know it’s there,” said Hart. “That’s one of the issues now, is that it is nestled between some trees and you can’t see it and it’s not a place you would linger very long, or reflect.” A member of the audience interrupted to say that she had been to Colonial Williamsburg and Mount Vernon and felt that what makes some statues “more gorgeous” was the trees surrounding them, “instead of sticking up like a sore thumb with nothing around it.” A motion was made and supported to rec- K Hastings City Bank n ’ i p e e ! l a c o l it needed to “slow this bus down” and get more arboreal advice and expertise before giving its approval to the City and DDA to proceed to the next stage of planning. After further discussion the motion was approved with VanNortwick casting the sole dissenting vote. Township proposals win and lose by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Voters in Thornapple, Woodland and Yankee Springs townships had proposals on the Aug. 3 primary ballots. Some of the proposals were approved while others lost – one by just one vote. In Woodland Township, voters approved by a vote of 282 to 193 a request for two mills for road maintenance. This proposal was on the ballot because costs for maintaining the gravel and paved roads in the township are rising. Township supervisor Dave Burslee told The Banner that the township appreciates the support of residents in approving this proposal. Voters in Woodland Village approved the renewal of two mills for Herald Classic Memorial Park by a vote of 57 to 32. Voters also approved renewing the two mills for village operations by a vote of 57 to 33. Woodland voters turned down a request for a two mill levy for special projects by a vote of 44 to 43. This special project levy would have paid for projects that had been part of the general fund previously. “I am disappointed, but I understand that many village residents are facing economic challenges,” said Lester Forman, president of the Woodland Village Council. He and the members of the village council will have to discuss at their next meeting whether to try putting this issue on the November ballot. The request by Thornapple Township to its voters to move the Headlee Amendment reduction for general operations back to one percent lost by a vote of 852 no to 455 yes votes. According to township Supervisor Don Boysen, when this proposal was put on the ballot, it would have raised the millage rate by .0625 percent. A homeowner with a $50,000 taxable value would have paid a little more than $3 in additional property taxes to the township if it had passed. The township had estimated that if the rollback had been approved the first year of the five year proposal would have raised an estimated $15,483 from the entire tax roll. “It’s too bad residents don’t understand the impact of reduced revenue sharing on the township,” township Clerk Susan Vlietstra said. “Township government provides the most efficient use of government funds. The loss of tax revenue may have an impact on the township budget.” In Yankee Springs Township, the voters approved the .5 mill renewal by a vote of 620 to 253 to continue funds for fire protection for four years. This millage would generate approximately $112,322 during the first year of the levy. The millage is approved from 2011-2014. “We at the township are very pleased with the approval by voters for fire protection in the township for the next four years,” Yankee Springs Township Supervisor Al McCrumb said. This ballot is for operating expenses. Hastings Planning Commission picking nits Barry County’s only local bank has a friendly, knowledgeable staff ready to help you find the products and services that meet your needs. Ask us about our totally free checking account! Our quick switch kit will have you transferring your accounts in no time. Call or stop in today to discover the Hastings City Bank difference! We want to be your bank! 77548305 1-888-422-2280 ommend the county board of commissioners allow the DDA and city to move ahead and develop more detailed construction drawings for the Civil War monument’s placement on the courthouse lawn. The recommendation is subject to approval by the county board. Before the vote, VanNortwick said COW The Hastings Planning Commission Monday evening discussed a draft of an ordinance regulating LED and flashing signs within the commercial zoning districts, including how many nits would be allowed. A nit is defined as “a unit of illuminative brightness equal to one candela (12.5 lumens or 1.16 foot candles) per square meter, measured perpendicular to the rays of the source.” The ordinance being prepared by city staff for consideration by the Hastings City Council is the result of concerns expressed by commission and council members that the signs need to be regulated so the business district will not “look like the Los Vegas strip.” Besides nits, other details discussed included the definitions of the following signs: Manual, electronic message board, multivision, video display. The commission also discussed that an electronic message board should not take up more than 75 percent of the allowable, with the exception of signs less than 35 square feet, how much window space they could take up, the interval of change between each individual message, that they not face a public street or land zoned residential, that they must be equipped with a brightness control sensor, and that illumination not exceed 5,000 nits during daylight hours and 150 nits between dusk and dawn. After the discussion, city staff were directed to work on a second draft, tightening up some of the language and definitions, of the ordinance for further discussion at the next commission meeting. The commission also reviewed and discussed changes to the Planning Commission 2010 Work Task List. It also reviewed and discussed the existing zoning code regarding the parking and storage of recreational vehicles. No action was taken on these items. The Planning Commission was invited to attend the Hastings City Council’s special meeting workshop scheduled for 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 9. Call 945-9554 for Hastings Banner ads �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 5, 2010 — Page 3 Art makes downtown Hastings come to life Artist Julie Trzybinski, Art Prize 2010 participant, sits inside State Grounds and works on one of many paintings. The Jefferson Street Gallery is filled with art lovers checking out the exhibits during Friday’s Art Hop. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto). Members of the Thornapple Kellogg Jazz Band perform on the street side, providing music for art hop attendees. The Thornapple Jazz Ensemble entertains the crowd that gathered at the corner of Church and State Streets. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto). One band sets up on the corner and plays fast paced, up beat music with a fiddle and a flute. Manager hopes millage will end public support of airport by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Mark Noteboom, manager of the Hastings City/Barry County Airport, Tuesday asked the Barry County Board of Commissioners Committee of the Whole (COW) to recommend that the county board approve his request to a place a millage proposal on the Nov. 2 general election ballot. If approved the millage would be used to fund maintenance, operation and capital improvements at the airport. “One of the main reasons we’re going after a millage here is ... eventually (what) we would like to do is get this so the tax payers don’t have to fund it anymore. I believe with this millage we could do this in 10 years,” said Noteboom. The millage request, as presented by Noteboom, would be for a one-tenth (.1000) mill levy for 10 years, 2010 through 2019, inclusive beginning in Dec. 2010. It is estimated that the millage would generate $4185,651.32 in revenue the first year ($182,782.92 would go to the airport for maintenance, operations and capital improvements, $2,868.40 would be disbursed to the City of Hastings Downtown Development Authority and Local Development Finance Authority and the Village of Middleville DDA). “We can make preparations for more businesses out there, purchase and or construct more hangers,” said Noteboom. “Right now the big airports in the area, the general aviation is being pushed out due to Homeland Security so all these people are looking for places to go. “At this time we have no more hanger space; we’re full. We do have areas to build them,” he said. “If we had four 12-unit hangers, and they were full, basically they would fund this airport.” Noteboom said that with the reliable source of funding from the millage for 10 years, the airport could make a plan to just that and be self-supporting in 10 years. “That’s the whole goal of this, so in 10 years the city won’t have to fund it, and the county won’t have to fund it in 10 years,” he said. County Commissioner Don Nevins, who also sits on the airport board, said the airport board is in favor of the millage request. Hastings City Council and Airport Board member Don Bowers, who was in the audience, said the city would also support the millage request. “The City Council will have no problem with it,” said Bowers. “We’ve been fighting with it for quite a while. As you know as a county, we are getting less and less revenue, which means the support from the city and possibly the county will have to diminish.” Nevins asked if having the millage request denied was a risk the airport board was willing to take. “It is a chance we are willing to take simply because we are at a time ... when it’s going to put us under a terrible constraint, which means we are going to have to downsize; we’re going to have to do something much different than now,” said Bowers. “We have a lot of people in town, the businesses that are here, that use the airport. They bring people in, take people out and go out and see other places. “It (the millage) may well be defeated, but at least the people in the county and the city will know that something has to be done, and we’re willing to take that chance,” he added. Nevins estimated the airport millage would cost him less than $5 per year. “The airport board feels that now is the right time to put it on (the ballot) even though there is a good chance it might get defeated,” said Bowers. “That will let people know there is a problem, and maybe they will step forward with it. We’re hoping that they will. Growing communities have to have transportation in and out. I don’t care how small they are or how large, they have to have transportation in and out. “Hastings airport has been growing slowly over the past few years,” he added. “Mark has come in the last two years and has done a great job getting things done But, we are still at a stand still ... We don’t have the money to do these things.” County Commissioner Mike Callton asked for an estimate of the airport’s annual budget. County Administrator Michael Brown said the estimated annual budget for the airport was $173,000 and the one-tenth of mill would generate approximately $182,000 for the airport. Callton asked how much would be used for infrastructure improvements. “In the budget now we have loan payments that will drop out. We also have some other line items that will drop out,” said Noteboom. “That brings it down to about $120,00 a year that we need ... We’re figuring around $80,000 a year that we can put into capital improvements for hangers or so forth ... if we don’t get the millage there is no way to set a plan.” Callton asked Noteboom how many hangers he thought he could actually fill. “Right now I have every week two or three people calling, different people, looking for hangers,” said Noteboom. “They’re being run out of big airports. Plus, big airports are tearing down these hangers. Now you’re seeing a lot of planes out on ramps, and they want these small hangers. If we had 40 spaces right now, we’d probably fill them in four months.” “Really?” said Callton, who then asked how much a hanger would generate in rent. “Right now the highest is $185 but it should be $200,” said Noteboom. “So that’s $8,000 a month ... It’s out there, but we have to build it to get there. And, we can do that also through the government loans, through the FAA, but we have to do taxi-ways, runways, and there are criteria that we have to get done before they will go and build hangers for us. We’re figuring, seven years from now, possibly having them help us build another one. The big push is to get the hangers there. This is the right time to do that because when people are moving they are looking for a place to go.” County Commissioner Craig Stolsenburg said that Noteboom and the airport board don’t need to sell the millage to the county commissioner but to the people of the county. “I don’t have an issue with putting it on the ballot,” he said. The COW unanimously approved a motion to recommend that the County Board approve the airport board’s request to put the millage on the Nov. 2 ballot. During the next regular meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners set for 9 a.m. Tuesday. Aug. 10, the Barry County Board of Commissioners will also consider: • Allowing the Hastings DDA to proceed with preliminary plans to relocate the Civil War monument to the northwest corner of the courthouse lawn. (See related story in this issue). • Approving an easement agreement with George P. and Mary C. Ransome, who own property along the linear trail owned by the county just west of Nashville. There are two pieces of property, one of which an only be accessed by crossing the trail. They are requesting an easement that would give them legal access to their property. • Reestablishing per diem pay for other county boards and committees. • Moving recycling bins from the landfill to somewhere else in the community where they will be more accessible to the people of the community. • The management of Barry County Animal Control. (See related story in this issue). Becky Young looks at a piece of contemporary jewelry made of sterling and semiprecious stones displayed by Grand Rapids artist Charisse Halstad. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto) Larry Hewartson and Ellen Kohler of By the Waters Studio, Inc. of Delton talk with Esther and Kelly Ordway, also of Delton. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto) People look through the inventory of Linda Reynolds display of ‘Christmas in July.” �Page 4 — Thursday, August 5, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV There are heroes all around us, you just have to look! Creativity, common sense can benefit animal control To the editor: Democracy has been defined as two wolves and a lamb deciding what to have for dinner. If democratic principles are followed in deciding on the parameters of the proposed Animal Control Advisory Committee, it’s unrealistic to expect to satisfy everyone with every proposal. However, if issues are approached with a mixture of creativity and common sense, there can be a good result. I believe that the ultimate goal of everyone involved is humane treatment of animals with fewer being euthanized and more placed in good, forever homes. At the recent meeting of county commissioners, a woman made a largely incomprehensible statement which seemed to imply that Joe and Barb Lyons had a nefarious plan to take over Animal Control. This sort of ludicrous charge is exactly the kind of thing that can undermine any good that may be realized and has no place in this undertaking. Dorothy Flint, Hastings New guidelines set grant making priorities for BCF grants The Grant Committee of the Barry Community Foundation is announcing the creation of a priority grant making strategy. The foundation has identified seven community investment areas in order to allocate resources in the most effective manner to influence a vibrant, healthy community for the residents of Barry County. Grant applications will be accepted once a year on Oct. 15 for distribution in December. Grant applications for the following areas will be accepted: • Provides broad access to arts and culture since a healthy community encourages a wide variety of recreational, historical and cultural opportunities. • Meets the basic needs of residents since a healthy community creates a compassionate social, economic, and political environment where people have full opportunities to meet basic needs for themselves and their families, to build assets, and to advance themselves. • Ensures a vibrant and diversified economy since a healthy community fosters an economy that is diverse, vital and innovative, that grows strong businesses and business districts, and creates adequate jobs and income for residents. • Creates quality education and learning opportunities for all ages since healthy communities open themselves to new ideas and provides high quality education and life-long learning for all members of the community. • Protects and stewards the natural environment since a healthy community helps preserve and sustain the environment. • Promotes health and wellness since a healthy community assures access to high quality health services on a personal, community and systems level and promotes a healthy lifestyle. • Fosters strong and connected neighborhoods and communities since a healthy community assures equal opportunity for all individuals to participate in and influence decisions that affect each of their lives and embraces diversity and promotes a “sense of community.” The YAC grant cycle continues to stay the same. YAC grant applications s are due on March 15 for distribution in May and Oct. 15 for distribution in December every year. Classrooms may apply for mini-grants at any time. Grant applications may be obtained on the BCF website at www.barrycf.org or by calling the community foundation office at 269945-0526. When we’re asked to think about heroes in our lives, most of us imagine far beyond our local community. Most often we think of people with national acclaim, not someone we’ve grown up with or who might live down the street. According to Webster’s a hero is: a man endowed with great power or strength, one who has risked or sacrificed his life, or a person noted for their special achievements in a particular field. Back in early February, Congressman Vern Ehlers announced he would not seek a ninth term in Congress as he was celebrating his 76th birthday. According to people close to Ehlers, he was leaving because of his age and his wife’s illness. Yet many close to Ehlers figured out it was not only his wife’s health, but also the regular flights between Grand Rapids and Washington, D.C. My guess is that he felt assured he had done a good job in representing the third congressional district, and there was plenty of young talent to fill the job he would be vacating. In an interview with the Grand Rapids Press, Ehlers said, “In the old days, they (congressional representatives) played golf together, they had dinner at each other’s houses. That adds a lot to the civility. That just doesn’t happen anymore.” What Ehlers said is very telling to what’s happening today in government at all levels. I wouldn’t characterize my relationship with Ehlers as a friend, because I really didn’t know him that well, but I’ve always had a great deal of respect for his brand of leadership. The only direct contact I’ve had with Congressman Ehlers is through interviews at a local town hall meeting or when he stopped at our office to discuss issues of the day. I can say I’ve always admired his compassion for the position he held, along with the high standards he set for himself and his staff. When we think of heroes we may not always consider local people. Recently a group of community members were invited to take part in Camp Algonquin’s summer program called, “celebrating local heroes.” Throughout the summer, as part of Camp Algonquin’s special program, Tom Wilt, executive director of the Barry YMCA, invited what he calls, “local heroes” to come out and talk to campers to discuss with them what they do, any challenges they face and their contributions to our community. Last week, several local business people were invited to come and express their views about “what is important for youngsters to consider as they go through life, school and eventually into the workforce.” Each guest was given a few minutes to discuss their past and what these students might face in the years to come. Offering some words of wisdom were: Mike Bosma, president of Viking Corp; Circuit Court Judge Jim Fisher; Bonnie Hildreth, executive director of the Barry Community Foundation, Bob Nida, administrator of Barry County Family Court, Dave Jasperse, owner of Bosley Pharmacy; and myself, representing J-Ad Graphics, along with Bob King, former YMCA director and founder of Camp Algonquin. Each of the guests had a story to tell that could make a difference in any of the young peoples lives. Each speaker had a passion for the community and their positions and pointed out the importance of doing what you most enjoy in life if you really want to be successful. Other community members like J.D. and Lani Forbes, members of the Freeport Fire Department; Jeff Jennette, National Guard officer; Paul Roettger and Paul French, paramedic’s at Mercy Ambulance service. Each one had a story to tell and life experiences to share with the local campers learning about careers and values they can use in life. Ehlers could easily have been one of the local heroes appearing before the campers. His folksy brand of leadership is something not often seen anymore in politics. His legacy will be one of grace and honesty – never about bringing home the bacon – but about doing what was best for his district, his country and what he believed. Yet, another congressman didn’t quite see it the same way. Recently a House investigative panel formally charged longtime Rep. Charles Rangel, of New York, with 13 ethics violations, and the possibility of trial just months before the midterm elections. According to reports released in a 40-page document of charges from a bipartisan panel, the Congressman had improperly solicited donations for a public center and library bearing his name and that he omitted hundreds of thousands of dollars of income and assets on disclosure statements. The allegations had come to light after the committee’s nearly two-year investigation into Rangel’s conduct. President Obama weighed in on the issue by praising Rangel for his service, while at the same time cautioned if he was ready to subject the country to a long ethics trial. Obama said, “I’m sure that what he wants is to be able to end his career with dignity. And my hope is that it happens.” In this country, you’re innocent until proven guilty. Yet I find it hard to believe that Rangel just made some mistakes, because he didn’t understand that rules might have been broken. You don’t move up to a powerful position as chairman of the Ways and Means Committee without a full understanding of the laws, many of which he played a role in writing. Rangel’s not the first and he won’t be the last to be thrown out of government because he got caught up in the power and influence peddling. Regardless of the outcome, Rangel won’t be leaving a legacy of dignity and grace. He leaves with a cloud of suspicion due to his actions. Yet, many leaders similar to Ehlers go to work everyday with their constituents’ best interests in mind and little acclaim for their service. Ehlers’ brand of leadership may be coming extinct. Throughout his career, he stood as one, making decisions that were thoughtful, always in the best interest of the taxpayers and his congressional district, never himself. As Camp Algonquin welcomes community members to offer their stories to young campers, hopefully they will expose these young people to what leaders should be rather than jeopardize what they might become. Fred Jacobs, vice president of J-Ad Graphics State’s oil spill not expected to endanger Barry County waters by David DeDecker Staff Writer The environmental disaster which started Sunday, July 25, southeast of Barry County near Marshall, spilled an estimated one million gallons of crude oil into Talmadge Creek and Kalamazoo River. The oil covered between 20 and 35 miles of river. According to Indian Valley Canoe Rental, in Barry County that amount of oil would theoretically cover the Thornapple River from Charlton Park to Middleville. The Environmental Protection Agency says the spill is “the largest of its kind in the Midwest.” Reported nationally, the catastrophe has raised a question closer to home, “Is there any danger to Barry County and are we prepared for a similar emergency?”. “Any streams in Barry County which are connected to the Kalamazoo River run south or southwest and out of the county. The oil should not travel upstream,” said Joanne Barnard, of the Barry Conservation District. Barry County Emergency Management Coordinator Jim Yarger said, “There are no large oil pipelines in Barry County. We do have a high-pressure natural gas line which runs through the northwest portion of the county, near Middleville and Freeport. The ethanol plant in Woodbury transports by truck and rail.” When asked about emergency response, Yarger explained, “In a large emergency like the one in Marshall, we would notify and support federal and state authorities such as the EPA and DNRE. In a transport accident, like an oil tanker spill, first responders would contact me and I would contact state agencies and local officials.” Eric Pessell, environmental health director at the Barry-Eaton Health Department, said, “When a big emergency like the one in Marshall occurs, the federal government takes over and we become an asset. We would be asked to monitor surface and ground water, the air quality, and emergency food services. We would also do long-term follow-up monitoring. “Since September 11, we have received emergency preparedness money which is used to train for situations just like the oil spill. It’s money well spent,” he added. Michigan has an estimated 67,000 miles of pipeline underground. The Canadian-based oil company Enbridge Energy, whose pipeline brought about the Marshall disaster, owns a pipeline which transports crude oil from Griffith, Indiana into Michigan near Niles, and through southern Michigan to Canada, north of Detroit. On the federal level, an agency within the Department of Transportation has oversight of 2.3 million miles of natural gas and hazardous liquid pipelines in the United States. According to their records, there were 265 “significant incidents” nationally last year, with 14 deaths, 63 injuries and $152 million in property damage. “Significant incident” is defined as any incident involving a death, a liquid spill or causing more than $5,000 in damage. Records also reveal that Enbridge Energy pipelines have spilled oil in Michigan 12 pre- vious times since 2002. Property damage for all 12 spills is estimated at more than $810,000 with no deaths or injuries. Medical marijuana to be topic at Hastings library Saturday “Medical marijuana, what it is and why you should care,” is the topic that Hastings resident Michelle Selzer will discuss at a public meeting in the community room at the Hastings Public Library on Saturday, Aug. 7 from 10 to 11 a.m. “The purpose of this gathering is to introduce Barry County residents to basic information related to the medical use and regulation of marijuana in the state of Michigan,” said Selzer, a volunteer patient advocate. There will be time reserved for people to ask questions, provide comment, and if there is interest, identify future topics of discussion related to this community and health care issue. Anyone who is unable to attend, but who would like to learn more, can call 269-9535688. Auditions for “Our Town” Tuesday The Thornapple Players will hold auditions for "Our Town" by Thornton Wilder at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10, at the Czinder Hallmark Building located at 110 W. State Street in downtown Hastings. Interested people should come prepared to read from the script. There are parts for more 20 men and women with some possible doubling for this production. Parts range between the ages of 18 through 60s. Post high school age adults are welcome to audition. Norma Jean Acker is directing. Show times and dates are 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30 and Oct. 1- 2. There will be matinees at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2 and Sunday, Oct. 3. Anyone who would like more information or is unable to attend auditions is asked to call 269945-2332. Give a memorial that can go on forever... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call the Barry Community Foundation at (269) 945-0526. The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com Public Opinion: In the next five years the state board of education is suggesting that state wide tests be done on computers in local schools and not on paper copies. Do you think this will work for local schools? Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Responses to our weekly question. Tests via computer or paper? John Jacobs Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman Vern Jenks III, Middleville: “Students need to take tests on paper. If tests are taken on computers, how will schools know that the student took the test and not another person?” Jerry Grassmyer, Hastings: “I disagree with the concept of test taking by computer. There would need to be lots of supervision for this to work, otherwise you cannot tell who is taking the test.” Tom Huggler, Sunfield: “I don’t know why not. If we’re teaching the leaders of tomorrow, we should entrust them with the technology of tomorrow.” Brenda Gibbs, Sunfield: “It’s a fabulous idea. It’s a good way to use technology and save paper.” • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 5, 2010 — Page 5 Management of County Animal Control discussion continues didn’t have the money for a vet bill for one of our K-9s ... so I told Cindy (Teitz) to voucher it out of Animal Donation Fund. “A question came up about it a week or two ago so I called down, just to double check, to animal control and I said, ‘Do you have a copy of the original thing of when the lady left this?’” Baker said. “They went through the files and said, ‘Yeah, we got it.’And it was a letter from the attorney that I wrote to. In there, it said that it was for the care and upkeep of animals in the animal shelter. Well,, that didn’t meet the criteria of what I had done so I went to the sheriff and said, ‘We have this money over here in this other account, that needs to be closed out and done away with. We can put it back in and replace it.’ So, yes, I did that. That’s what happened ... I was under the wrong impression but that money has been replaced. I wrote a letter to the attorney ... to let them know what had happened ... and that the money has been replaced. No crime has been committed. There has been no misappropriation of funds or anything else... That’s all it was – a mistake. That’s what happened. I did that.” “I don’t think there was ever an idea that any crime was committed,” said Houtman. “I think it is a management issue.” “I’m hearing little rumblings and stuff here and there,” said Baker. “All it is that the initial communication I received on what the intent of that fund was, was misinterpreted. To me it is an injustice that we foot the bill— $240,000 and we’re not getting the bang for our buck.” — Barry County Commissioner Joe Lyons. That’s all it was, you know? So I took that money. Then I checked further and found that it said, specifically, in that original letter for animals in the shelter.” “It’s a management issue,” said Houtman. “So we had another line item fund that had been there for the last 30 years that they had problems with the last time there was an audit and so let’s just close the sucker out,” said Baker. “...Took the money and transferred it over to the donation fund and covered it.” Commissioner Mike Bremer noted that the veterinary bill went through the county clerk and treasurer’s offices and the Barry County Board of Commissioner’s Finance Committee. “We were all in on that mistake,” said Bremer. “And, that was the whole thing,” said Baker. “It went through the process and ... it was listed as a vet bill for the canine and vouchered, came out of that fund and went through the whole system and voted on by this body (Board of Commissioners) to pay that bill.’ “I agree,” said Houtman. “But, the point is that it is a management issue.” Nevins said he disagreed. “I was on the finance committee at that time,” said Nevins. “Finance approved that, but we don’t see what fund it was taken out of. It shows that it is a vet bill and we pay it. If it had shown that it came from a fund a will left, we might have questioned it.” Bremer said, “I think the bottom line is... the human error was discovered. The money was replaced to the fund and I think we can move forward.” “So what is the discussion going to be framed around today?” asked Houtman. “I think ... we should move forward with the animal control advisory committee, move forward with determining who should sit on that,” said Stolsonburg. “In my mind, I don’t think there’s room in the budget for a director Leach Lake Cabins – Grand Opening We want to thank everyone that helped us create the resort. We could not have done it without you! 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I think this is going to be the best solution for everybody involved.” Houtman said the discussion had been delayed from the previous week because some commissioners, “felt uneasy discussing that.” He said that the commissioners needed to look at three things: To create a director’s position, to reassign it underneath animal control, and establish an 11-member advisory board. “That motion will come alive, next week under new business,” he said. “So, if the board feels comfortable enough dealing with this right now, or dealing with this after that vote is taken, that is up to you. I need some sense of where you are going.” “I just have a problem with a budget of over $240,000 for the animal shelter; and basically a reserve ‘guestimate’ of $50,000 is going to the animals themselves,” said Lyons. “That is reality, and what can we do about that? And, that is why last week, I did bring up the Muskegon situation, where a private entity took that over for $88,000. Now, do I have all the specifics? No. But, is it something to look into? Like Mr. Stolsonburg says, I would have a hard time funding a director at this time ... I think the main thing is, and I don’t want to over look this, is the animals themselves. What can we do for them? “What can we do to manage that facility better?” asked Lyons. “Can we work together on it? Probably. Would it be cheaper for us to hire a director at this time ... we don’t know ... we don’t have the specifics if it would be cheaper to have a private entity to run that or a director that would have direct supervision over that place ... We shouldn’t take this lightly. It’s like the voucher deal, the buck stops here. Was there any malice? I don’t think so; mistakes are made. These are things that have to be corrected and in doing that, you also save the county money ... We owe it to the people to look into everything possibly can. To me it is an injustice that we foot the bill— $240,000 and we’re not getting the bang for our buck ... We got to change things.” Houtman asked Leaf who would run animal control if the county board did not assign someone to oversee the facility and its operations. “A sergeant,” said Baker. “A sergeant and then we’d go right up our chain of command,” said Leaf. “So you’d assign someone off road patrol to do that on a full-time basis?” asked Houtman. “That would be an additional duty,” said Baker. “They would be responsible for Animal Control.” “So he or she will not reside there all the time as a resident?” asked Houtman. “No, they’ll be down there at least once a day,” said Baker. A woman in the audience asked if having a supervisor stop in once a day was enough. “Animal Control people who run it now are having a hard time keeping up with their field work without some type of volunteers to be able to help. Do you think somebody coming down there once a day is enough?” “I guess we’re talking about two different things,” said Baker. “We’re not talking about volunteers. We’re talking about administration of Animal Control.” Houtman said he gets the sense that board of commissioners feels that there needs to be closer management of the employees that are at the animal shelter. “That’s why I said we plan on assigning a sergeant to oversee all of those functions,” said Baker. “We’re going to get that sergeant the additional training they need in the animal control field so that they have knowledge of that. The rest is just administration, which the people down there now don’t have time for when they are out working the road ... From the administration standpoint, we feel that a sergeant can oversee the day-to-day operations by what they do in their activities. As far as bills that need to be paid, where is going, what funds are what, what money they have down there and how it is being used ... all of those things can be handled by a sergeant.” “So, in essence, that person would be your in-house director?” asked Houtman. “Correct,” said Baker. “If someone has a question, then he or she can come to me ... I do that right now with the Animal Control people. But, what we were talking about is, we wanted somebody from our office to oversee that. I’m not going to send a sergeant down there, and he is going to be there eight to twelve hours a day, sitting down there ... He is not going to be performing Animal Control duties...” “Don’t we need more help down there?” asked the woman in the audience. “For the day-to-day operations, yes, we need more help. I’m trying to address the administration of Animal Control, which I thought was the issue here, unless I’m missing something. I thought that’s what we were discussing.” “This sergeant doesn’t come at no cost. Wouldn’t it be cheaper to hire a director?” asked Lyons. “And, I can see, potentially down the road, you are going to be short on road patrol ...” “That’s not going to be his sole function,” said Baker. “My point is it should be,” said Lyons. “Somebody needs to be there full-time, in charge, directing that place, managing it so the employees know what is going on, and where they should be, policies and procedures. The question is can we do this without a sergeant, or with a sergeant without taking away from road patrol and other functions that he was doing? How do you juggle that?” “Until I see that he is overwhelmed and can’t handle the job, with the time he is allotted, then we don’t know, do we need somebody full-time?” said Baker. “At this point in time, I would have to disagree. There has been nothing proven or shown that a full-time position is mandated to be there. I don’t see it; I really don’t. And, if the sergeant can’t do it in the time he has available to him, then we will address that. I guess I just have a problem with creating a position, funding it, and putting somebody down there. Sure, maybe initially they are working 40 hours a week and that goes on for a month. Then comes a time when they are sitting around doing nothing.” training, then we’ll get it to him,” he said. Houtman said that in addition to determining the composition of the 11 seats on the advisory committee, should the county board decide to proceed, goals and objectives for that group. “My point is I don’t know if we can discuss all this until we vote on the motion that is going to come up to the floor next week,” he said. “That motion will have three pieces, just like I said before. One of those elements is whether or not this gets reassigned and a director gets hired. If that motion changes or gets voted down, then we can proceed for- “I don’t think there was ever an idea that any crime was committed. I think it is a management issue.” — Barry County Board of Commissioners Chairman Robert Houtman Certainly, Bob, that person would be capable under the law, as well as training, of also doing enforcement,” said Houtman, who asked if the sergeant would be the representative from the sheriff’s department to participate on the Animal Control Advisory Committee, if one was indeed created. Baker said yes. Houtman asked about the training that Leaf and Baker were planning to arrange for the sergeant they wished to put in charge of Animal Control. “Obviously supervisory stuff. We’d send them to the same stuff, (Animal Control employees) Heather and Nicole have gone through,” said Leaf. Baker added that in addition to supervisory training, the sergeant would have to complete 100 hours of animal control training, including ride-alongs with other Animal Control agencies in the state. “Any other areas that we see he needs ward with dealing with this Animal Control Advisory. But, if the sheriff is not going to be involved, and I am not making any predictions, but, if the sheriff is not going to be involved, then why are we wasting out time talking about their ought to be 11 members on this, or whatever. This ought to take place next week after the die is cast.” The Barry County Board of Commissioners next meeting is scheduled for 9 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10 in the mezzanine of the Barry County Courthouse. Call 269-945-9554 any time for Hastings Banner ads AUDITIONS • AUDITIONS • AUDITIONS !!!!!!! Thornapple Players will hold auditions for “Our Town” by Thornton Wilder Questions? Can’t make auditions? Call 269-945-2332 on August 10 at 7 PM at the Czinder Hallmark Building located at 110 West State Street in downtown Hastings. Please come prepared to read from the script. There are parts for 20+ men and women with some possible doubling for this production. Parts range between the ages of 18- 60’s. Post high school age adults are welcome to audition. Norma Jean Acker is directing. Show Dates are Sept. 23-26 at 7PM. There will be matinees Saturday at 2PM and Sunday October 3 at 2PM. 77547961 77548287 by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer While discussion of a proposed advisory committee for Barry County Animal Control was on the agenda of the Barry County Board of Commissioner’s Committee of the Whole (COW) Tuesday morning, the committee first addressed the handling of designated funds at the animal shelter. The COW received a copy of a letter dated July 27, 2010 from Barry County Undersheriff Robert Baker to the Kalamazoo attorney responsible for the estate of Lucille W. Oliver. In the letter Baker wrote that he had unintentionally used money designated for animals at the Barry County Animal Shelter for the treatment of the Sheriff Department’s two canine officers. Baker wrote: “I am writing in regard to the fund set up by the estate of Lucille W. Oliver, specifically your letter of November 26, 2003. Your letter indicates that Ms. Oliver wished the fund to be used for the care and treatment of animals in the shelter. “Back in 2005 I was advised that the intent of the fund was for the care and treatment of the animals of Barry County. Based on this information, I spent money from the fund for care and treatment of our two (2) K9’s in 2009. I accept full responsibility for this action, and wish to inform you that the money spent will be returned to the fund. I further want you to know that nothing like this will ever happen again. The amount was $4,468.11. “Again, I apologize for my actions in this matter. Should you have any questions regarding this matter, please feel free to contact me.” During the COW meeting, County Board of Commissioners chairman Robert Houtman said the committee needed to address the issue of the funds and the Sheriff Department’s canine deputies before discussing the composition of the proposed advisory committee for the animal shelter that would work with the County Board and the Sheriff’s Department. “We’ve had some concerns expressed by some of the commissioners about the letter that went out from the Undersheriff ... with regards to replacing some funds in the animal control advisory fund that were spent on the two canines in the county,” said Houtman. “I think it is important that we get through that discussion before we move to deciding or trying to work out seats (on the advisory committee) and all that sort of thing.” “I’ll cut right to the chase,” said County Commissioner Joe Lyons. “I don’t remember the exact date, but Sheriff (Dar) Leaf came to us with a request for funding for (K-9 Deputy) Gina ... operation-wide or dental, I don’t remember the specifics ... At that time we denied that request, telling the sheriff to take it out of his funding. And, then the money comes out of the donation fund for Gina, the K-9 dog, that has already been supplied funds for. I don’t know what happened, or what went on. I’m trying to figure out why these funds came out of the donation fund instead of your budget.” Well, it did happen, and we did take care of that problem,” said Leaf. Houtman said that prior to Leaf’s request the county board had changed the rules allowing all county departments, including the Sheriff Department to move amounts up to $7,500 between all budget line items except personnel. “He (Leaf) was rejected from getting $7,500 straight from the board of commissioners, from our reserves; but, we showed him where he could find it and enabled him to find it,” he said. “Just for clarification, it was no accident; I did it intentionally,” said Baker. “Back in 2005, when I came into office with the sheriff, at a strategic planning meeting, we asked (County Clerk) Pam (Jarvis) at that time about this donation fund. I didn’t know anything about it. Her explanation was that it was money that had been left by a lady who passed away for animals of Barry County – that’s what I was told. Okay? I never saw the document. I didn’t know the details or anything else. Based on that interpretation, we �Page 6 — Thursday, August 5, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Area Obituaries Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them The BANNER To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 Jane Sinclair is turning 80 Jane Mullen Sinclair is turning 80. Friends and family are invited to join us at the Baltimore Township Hall on Saturday, Aug. 7, fro 2 to 5 p.m. No gifts please, cards appreciated. Worship Together… 77547985 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. The praise team rehearses on Wednesday’s at 6:30 p.m. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-731-5194 or -517-852-1806. Jack L. Bryans HASTINGS, MI - Thomas J. DeVries, age 61, of Hastings, passed away Monday, August 2, 2010. He was born on March 1, 1949, the son of John and Ruth (Barnum) DeVries. Thomas served two tours in the Vietnam war from 1968 to 1971. He was a POW and received the following medals; National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with one silver star, sharpshooter (M-14 rifle) and Expert (M-16 rifle). He was married on February 14, 1989 to Sally (Taylor) DeVries. Thomas enjoyed fishing, camping, bowling, video games, woodworking and building things. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Ruth (Barnum) DeVries, and brother, David DeVries. Thomas is survived by his wife, Sally DeVries of Hastings; brothers, William (Grace) DeVries of Ohio, Robert (Carol) DeVries of Ohio, Garry DeVries of Coldwater; sons, LeRoy (Jackie) Derby of Arkansas, Terry Derby of Hastings, Dale Derby of Hastings, Bruce (Mary) DeVries of New Jersey, Bradley DeVries of Muskegon, and Boyd DeVries; daughters, Candie (Mike) Laster of Middleville, Barbara DeVries of Muskegon; 11 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Memorial services will be held Saturday, August 7, 2010 at 1 p.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Chaplain Joyce Zaagman will be officiating the service. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Emerson Edwyn James Meek, beloved son of Seth and Krystle, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, August 1, 2010. He is also survived by his grandparents Jim and Becki Meek, Marlin and Karla Broersma, and many relatives and dear friends. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010 at Thornapple Valley Church, 20 State St. Middleville. The family will receive relatives and friends Friday, Aug. 6, 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm and one hour prior to services Saturday at Thornapple Valley Church; floral tributes may be sent directly to church. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookfuneralservices.com. Memorial contributions may be made to CHERUBS CDH Family Assistance Fund at www.cdhdonations.org or Ronald McDonald House. HASTINGS, MI - Jack L. Bryans, age 69 of Hastings, passed away Monday, August 2, 2010. He was born March 28, 1941 in Hastings, the son of Linden and Freda Bryans. Jack graduated from Hastings High School in 1959. He worked in construction and had worked for Camp Thornapple for the past 23 years. Jack served in the US Army from 1960 to 1963 and also in the Reserves until 1966. He married Julia Ann Smith on June 28, 1991. Jack enjoyed going to auctions and flea markets and was a collector of many things. He also enjoyed going to Richie's for coffee. Jack was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Joe Bryans. He is survived by his wife, Julia (Smith) Bryans; daughter, Nichole Hamilton; eight grandchildren; two stepchildren; brother, Jim (Carolyn) Bryans of Ohio; sister, Jerrie Davis of Battle Creek; three nieces and one nephew. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry County Humane Society, P.O. Box 386, Hastings, MI 49058 Visitation will be held at 10 a.m. until service time on Friday, Aug. 6 at the Girrbach Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Friday, August 6, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Officiating the ceremony, Roger Claypool. Burial will take place at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Wilhelmina R. Tobias HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Tenth Sunday after Pentecost Aug. 1 - One service at 10 a.m.. After worship congregational meeting to vote on Pastor. No Sunday School June/August. 68:30 Vacation Bible School. Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7 p.m.; Women’s Al-Anon 7p.m. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover grace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Coffee Time; 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 6:30 p.m. Softball Game; 7 p.m. Praise Team. Friday - 9 a.m. Golfer’s Group. Saturday - 8 a.m. Softball Game. Wednesday - 6 p.m. Great Start Meeting Brian J. Crapo BATTLE CREEK, MI - Brian J. Crapo, of Battle Creek, age 37, passed away at Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice Residence in Battle Creek. Brian was born April 12, 1973, in Battle Creek, the son of Robert and Betty (Gibbons) Crapo. He attended Delton Kellogg Schools, graduating in 1991. Brian served his country in the US Army. He was a computer genius, as he could build and repair computers. A certified diesel mechanic, Brian worked on semi trucks and other large equipment. He will be remembered for his talent to fix anything. Brian is survived by his father and stepmother, Robert and Dianna Crapo of Battle Creek; his mother, Betty Graze of Oklahoma; sons; Kenneth, age 15, of Battle Creek, and Cody age 5, of Oklahoma; a half brother, John Kmit of Springfield, MO. Brian was preceded in death by his brother Robert Jeffrey Crapo. A memorial service will be conducted at a later date. Memorial contributions to Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice will be appreciated. Please visit www.williams-goresfuneral.com to view and sign Brian's online guest book. Brian and his family were cared for by the Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Delton. Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, Aug. 12: Movie Memories remembers Vera Ellen with “Three Little Words” – 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 16: Library Board of Directors meet – 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 17: Young Chess Tutoring Class – 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; Adult Chess Club – 6 to 8 p.m. Please call the Hastings Public Library for more information about any of the above, 269-945-4263. HASTINGS, MI - Wilhelmina R. Tobias, "Willy", of Hastings, age 88, passed away July 31, 2010. Wilhelmina was born May 7, 1922, in Hope Township, the daughter of Otto and Katherine (Ferguson) Pranshka. A 1940 graduate of Hastings High School, Wilhelmina was a faithful member of the Cedar Creek Bible Church. An avid reader and a volunteer for various groups, Wilhelmina also loved to bake, especially her molasses cookies. Wilhelmina loved her cats and they always loved her. On May 2, 1942, she married the love of her life, Merle Tobias, who survives. Wilhelmina and Merle were blessed with four daughters: Linda (Larry) Brovont, of Lawton, Darlene (Bert) Keizer, of Hastings, Marilyn (Terry) Dale, of Marshall, and Brenda "Jody" (Steve) Felder, of Lost Creek, WV. She is also survived by brothers: Paul (Lois) Pranshka, Kenneth (Myrtle) Pranshka, and Kendall (Margaret Wolf) Pranshka, all of Hastings; 11 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Wilhelmina was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers Bob and Harold Pranshka, and an infant grandchild. The family received friends Wednesday August 4, 2010 at Cedar Creek Bible Church where a funeral service was conducted. Pastors Brent Branham and Steve Felder, officiating. Burial took place in Brush Ridge Cemetery. For a more lasting memorial please consider memorial contributions to Cedar Creek Bible Church or Pennock Hospice. Please visit www.williams-goresfuneral.com to view and sign Wilhelmina's online guest book. The family is being served by the Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Delton. Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 945-4700 Emerson Edwyn James Meek QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: 102 Cook Hastings Thomas J. DeVries 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 77548205 �Social News The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 5, 2010 — Page 7 Nominations sought for second annual Barry County chamber’s Athena Award The Barry County Chamber of Commerce has announced the continuation of the Athena Award program in the county. Nominations are now being accepted through Friday, Sept. 10 for the 2010 Athena Award. The Athena Award recipient will be announced Tuesday, Oct. 5 at the chamber’s annual dinner. Athena nomination forms may be obtained at the chamber’s web site at www.barrychamber.com or by contacting the Barry County Chamber of Commerce at 269/945-2454. The Athena Award program was created in 1982 by Athena founder Martha Mayhood Mertz through her partnership with the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce. The program was developed to recognize and honor outstanding business and professional individuals for excellence in their chosen field, for providing valuable service to their community and for actively assisting women in their attainment of professional goals and leadership skills. The program has grown to include organizations in hundreds of cities worldwide and has recognized more than 5,000 Athena Award recipients with Barry County now added to that honor. “Lani Forbes, executive director of the Barry County United Way, was honored as the 2009 Athena Award recipient and will forever hold the title as the first-ever Barry County Athena Award recipient,” said Chamber President Valerie Byrnes. “Forbes’ impressive leadership efforts were recognized by U.S. Congressman Vern Ehlers who submitted the Athena nomination. Besides working full time for the United Way, Forbes finds The first Barry County Athena Award recipient was Lani Forbes, executive director of the Barry County United Way, who is pictured with the award at last year’s County Chamber of Commerce annual dinner. time to serve the community in many ways. For the Freeport Village Fire Department, Forbes serves as lieutenant. She also has the distinction of being the only female fire Lake Odessa raised bed on Washington Boulevard at the home of David and Judy Lake. Another spot is the Meyers Bakery and Beanery with its beautiful hanging baskets, mostly purple. Jerry’s Tire and Auto has its annual display along Jordan Lake Highway between Second Street and the railroad. Dick peacock has a new display this year. Instead of three tiers of red, white and purple petunias, he has a long row of mixed colors. The Hynes garden along Johnson Lane has huge hydrangea blossoms along with their myriad plantings. Have you counted the mailings concerning the election? Since this writer began saving them, for this purpose only, there have been 33 reminders about voting. The highest number came from Trebesh. On Tuesday, there were five telephone calls on the same topic. The numbers were high for attendance at the Sunday morning open air service of Lakewood United Methodist Church held on the depot grounds, using the big tent from Depot Day. The lot was filled with cars and so were both sides of Emerson Street. The road construction on Jordan Lake Road has made it feasible to use the sides of Emerson Street for parking for special events since there is no truck traffic headed to Twin City Foods. On Sunday the grills were going and there was food for all following the service led by Rev. David Flegel. The green bean season has been under way for about three weeks now at Twin City Foods. Neighbors see the trucks and also a tractor and manure spreader hauling away the been snippings. They are taken to a farm northwest of the village. The beans come in big semi-trailers. The work force enlarges during the bean season. A few workers arrive for a 5 a.m. check in time. Then, a steady stream of vehicles arrive in the half hour before 6 a.m. when the shift changes. Barcroft family members from Carlton Center on Saturday attended a barbecue at a rural camp near Bloomingdale in honor of soon-to-be newlyweds Rob Stassek and his bride who are to be married Aug. 7 at Marquette. Both are teachers in Portland, Ore. The medical team from Michigan State University which spent a few weeks recently in Peru came home with stories of observing surgeries, of giving health education, of pulling teeth and of being objects of curiosity because of their skin color among a darker population. They handed out kits containing soap, a washcloth, toothbrushes and toothpaste. Maple Valley Pharmacy provided dozens of toothbrushes. All their supplies were used, and they bought more components to assemble more kits for distribution. They taught children how to use the toothbrushes and how to wash their hands to avoid germs. Being fluent in Spanish helped many of the students be of assistance to the doctors and the patients. Several members of the Shetterly family drove to New Hampshire in July to attend the memorial service for Arnold Kennesen, husband of their sister, Linda. Locally, the family who attended were Mr. and Mrs. Jack Wickham and son Greg, and Phil and Betty Shetterly. Shirley and Bob Chapman of Wayne County, attended too. Funks to celebrate golden anniversary Maurers to celebrate 50th Marriage Licenses Dan Dee Ancel, Hastings and Teressa Dawn Campbell, Hastings. Steven Phillip Beroza, Delton and Ann Marie Endsley, Delton. Sean Michael Davidson, Springfield, OH and Amy Marie Vanaartsen, Middleville. Robert William Duthler, Shelbyville and Vicki Lee Walski, Wayland. Adam Wade Flynn, Wayland and Britney Leigh Brandt, Wayland. Travis Jay Gerrligs, Hudsonville and Rashelle Joy DeWitt, Middleville. Matthew Alan Hamilton, Dickinson, ND and Jerica Joy Martin, Nashville. Bryan Mitchell Holcomb, Freeport and Kayla Ann Fisher, Freeport. Matthew Glen Holley, Battle Creek and Aleena Marie Hamilton, Battle Creek. Donald John Jensen, Vermontville and Brooke Elise Davis, Nashville. John Mark Joseph Jr., Nashville and Stephanie Marie Schafer, Nashville. Cody Michael Nelson, Wyoming and Erin Elizabeth Ebmeyer, Middleville. Daniel Charles Reid, Hastings and Xiaomeng Zhao, Haiyang, Shandong, China Peter Lee Smith, Wayland and Dana Louise Wellman. Bradley Edward Vaughan, Ravenna, OH and Danielle Amanda Krause, Ravenna, OH. The children of Ron and Clarilla (Enyart) Funk invite you to join them in celebrating their parents’ 50th wedding anniversary with a dessert reception open house on Saturday, Aug. 7 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Middleville. Ron and Clarilla were married June 3, 1960 at Yankee Springs Bible Church. They have five children: Craig (Judy) Funk, Matt (Michele) Funk, Mary (Ken) Francisco, Joel (Theresa) Funk and Martha (James) Thorne. They also have 13 grandchildren. They request no gifts, please! The children and grandchildren of Tom and Sharon Maurer will hold a 50th anniversary celebration Sunday, Aug. 15, from 1 to 4 p.m. at St. Rose of Lima, Hastings, in the lower level. Tom, a native of Nashville, and the former Sharon Moffatt, of Grand Rapids, were married July 30, 1960, at St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Grand Rapids. They are the parents of seven children and 13 grandchildren. Pumfords celebrated 30th wedding anniversary Hummels to celebrate 50th wedding anniversary Reverend Alvin C. Barker united Jon and Dolores in marriage on August 6, 1960 in Brighton, Mich. Their children, Darryl, Dawn, Cheryl and Lori and their families, will host an open house on Saturday, August 7 to honor them on this occasion. Friends and family are invited to stop by the YMCA Camp Algonquin Lodge at 2055 Iroquois Trail between 2 and 5:30 p.m. to join the celebration. No gifts, please. On May 3, 2010, Wayne and Patti Pumford of Hastings celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary. They will be celebrating their covenant marriage by traveling to Madrid, Spain this fall. Wayne and Patti have three daughters: Leah Thompson (John), Leslie Pumford, and Paige Pumford and also five grandchildren, all of Hastings. They own and operate Cornerstone Living Center, an assisted living which serves senior citizens. Stay informed on local events... Subscribe to The Hastings BANNER! Call... 945-9554 To enroll, or obtain more information, please go to www.hassk12.org Click on “Facilities” to go to Hastings Alternative Education. Don’t miss out on this GREAT opportunity!!! If interested contact the school at stw@hassk12.org or call (269) 838-8005 77548289 Summer activities are still being offered. Music on the green is a weekly feature on the lawn of First United Methodist Church across from the courthouse. The weekly movie series continues. Movies this month are held at 9:30 a.m. each Thursday. Despite predictions of a 50 percent chance of rain, the skies stayed dry on Saturday for an ideal weather day for Depot Day. By 10 a.m., there were several cars already parked. The Boy Scout awning was set near the caboose for the food concession. The big tent was set in front of the depot to provide shade and shelter for the spectators, many of whom brought their own lawn chairs. The genealogy room was abuzz with five members at work. Visitors came seeking help on a First Families application. The program progressed, starting at noon, with the Center Stage dancers. The tribute to Jerry’s Tire and Auto had many Carpenter family members and employees on stage. At 2 p.m. Karen Banks, village president, was ready with her clipboard and notes to make a presentation. She reviewed the history of the Janie Rodriguez award and invited the 19 past recipients or their representatives to take the stage. Then she began her announcement of this years winner. There was a very surprised Marian Burkee who recognized her description. As she walked toward the stage area, coming from behind the depot at the east end were about 20 of her immediate family. She was surrounded by her husband, children, grandchildren, Benson siblings and Johnson cousins. Marian had been been lured there by an invitation to lunch in honor of her granddaughter’s birthday. Then the granddaughter stated a wish to go to the depot to see what was happening at Depot Day. They enjoyed the crowd and seeing lots of picture taking in the next hour. Marian was recognized for her efforts in being chairman of all the Red Cross Bloodmobiles, the meals she delivers to people in their homes and other acts of charity event while running her accounting business. Depot Day’s acts continued with vocal and instrumental music and concluded with the Thunder Floor Cloggers. At 5 p.m., LOAHS president John Waite, with help from a willing Boy Scout, drew the winning tickets for the raffle. Winner of the overnight stay at the deluxe Amway Grand Plaza Hotel was Robert Cobb III, of Musgrove Highway. Winner of the dinner train was selected for second prize. Winner of the third prize, $50 cash was from Saranac. All during the program guests were visiting the museum with its exhibits of items and photos from the honored business, the school displays and a new collection of framed automobile pictures given by Harry Brooks. The gift shop was a busy place as people toured the depot to see the many railroad souvenirs and stories of railroad wrecks and events. The food people sold several gallons of ice cream and used toppings of butterscotch, hot chocolate fudge, nuts and strawberry preserves. Lots of bottles of ice water were sold along with cans of pop. Some of the men were kept busy grilling hot dogs and bratwurst. Many youngsters took advantage of the open doors of the caboose and climbed the steps to walk through the caboose which is open only on this occasion. Flowers worth nothing include the circular department officer in the county. Forbes is a founding board member of Green Gables Haven, the county’s domestic violence shelter and serves as a trustee on the Freeport Village Council. “Forbes’ daughter, Laci Forbes, read a touching testimonial to the chamber audience of more than 120 guests at last year’s chamber annual dinner as prepared by her sister, Tiffany Sheely, sharing the personal mentorship received from Forbes along with examples of the exemplary leadership displayed by Forbes in their everyday lives growing up,” Byrnes said. “It was such an honor for the Chamber to bring the Athena Award recognition to Barry County and Lani Forbes being selected as our first Athena recipient certainly set the bar high for those to follow”, she said. “The application process is thorough and rigorous, yet requires a personal touch to fully communicate so many qualities of a nominee. It’s really very touching to read the nomination forms realizing the impacts the Athena nominees have inspired in so many lives.” The Athena Leadership Model serves as the guiding principles used in selecting an Athena recipient. The model consists of eight qualities found inherently in the ways that women lead: Live authentically, lean constantly, advocate fiercely, act courageously, foster collaboration, build relationships, give back and celebrate. More information about the Athena Leadership Model or the 2010 Barry County Athena Award is available on the chamber’s web site or by contacting Valerie at the chamber. The Barry County Athena Award® Signature Sponsors are Pennock Health Services and Firstbank. “The Chamber of Commerce was privileged to bring the Athena program to Barry County last year, thanks to our amazing sponsors who have again stepped up to sponsor this internationally acclaimed leadership program to be enjoyed and celebrated in Barry County,” Byrnes said. Tickets for the chamber’s annual dinner are available for purchase at the chamber of commerce office in downtown Hastings. �Page 8 — Thursday, August 5, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Robbery victim unhappy with run-around, loopholes for thieves nies and much of his property was destroyed or damaged. Graffiti now decorates the outside of his trailer, and the interiors of his buildings are in disarray. Two vintage automobiles housed inside his barns were pushed out into the weather and left uncovered for several days. Steel cabinets were taken from the walls inside his barn, load after truckload of items COURT NEWS A Middleville man was sentenced July 28 in Barry County Circuit Court for second degree criminal sexual conduct with multiple variables and with a person under 13 years of age. Albert Meriden Ashbaugh, 78, pleaded guilty and will spend a minimum of 60 months in jail, with 34 days jail time credited. He was ordered to pay costs of $628. Scott Phillip Smith, 33, of Hastings, was sentenced for unlawful imprisonment and assault to do harm less than murder. Smith plead guilty to physically restraining and abusing the victim. He was sentenced to 12 months in jail, 43 days credited and 60 months of probation. The last three months of probation will be dropped with payment of $1,196. Total costs and restitution totaled $1,696. A Middleville man was sentenced July 29, for the receiving and concealing stolen property of more than $1,000 and less than $20,000. Nicholas Allen Mooney, 24, plead guilty to stealing gold jewelry and silver coins from a home. He was ordered to serve 12 months in jail, with 44 days credited, 36 months of probation, and to pay $1753 in costs and restitution. Mooney was also ordered not to have contact with the victim or go near her residence. Jami Marie Watson, 29, of Ypsilanti plead guilty to operating and maintaining a laboratory involving methamphetamine. On July 28, she was sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court to serve a minimum of 24 months in jail with 76 days already served. She was also ordered to pay $378 in costs, not including restitution. A Hastings man was sentenced July 28 in Barry County Circuit Court for attacking someone with a shoe. Thomas Anthony Mathis, 42, plead no contest to assault with a weapon. He will serve 12 months in jail, 36 months probation and pay $628 in costs. The balance of jail time will be suspended upon entry into an inpatient treatment program. Christina Faye Segur of Hastings plead no contest to malicious destruction of police property and assault of a police officer. The defendant smashed a state police cruiser’s windshield and attacked a Michigan State Trooper. Circuit Court Judge James Fisher sentenced her to a minimum of 14 months in jail, with 42 days served, and to pay costs and restitution of $1,854. Welcome to the Do-It-Yourself DO-IT-YOURSELF CORNER Corner How to compare Pressure Washers? Pressure washing is cleaning using high pressure water spraying which is achieved by specially designed pumps. If you choose to use it on concrete it removes mold and mildew, bubble gum, and other dirt stains. Also, pressure washing can make wooden decks look like new; improve the appearance of aluminum or vinyl siding by removing pollution and mildew; and cleans houses in preparation for painting. Most people when they buy a pressure washer only look at the PSI but never consider the gallons per minute (GPM) the pump puts out. To clean effectively, a pressure washer must provide a "stripping" action to scrub off the dirt (PSI) and "flow" to move the dirt away (GPM). Think of the pressure (PSI) as the stripping force that is applied to the surface you are cleaning and the flow (GPM) as the rinsing power that carries the dirt away. Cleaning Units (CU) is the result of multiplying the PSI by the GPM. Cleaning units gives the customer a measure of unit performance (efficiency) to com- pare one unit to another. For example: • A pressure washer with 2,500 PSI with 3.6 GPM has 9,000 CU • A pressure washer with 3,000 PSI with 2.1 GPM has 6,300 CU Which one do you think will do the better job? How does yours compare to those listed above? GRAND RENTAL STATION pressure washers are rated at the 9,000 Cleaning Units. How does yours compare to GRAND RENTAL STATIONS? Next week Wednesday, August 11 at 6:30, GRAND RENTAL STATION will have a clinic on “CLEANING WITH PRESSURE WASHERS”. Come join us at 575 Tanner Lake Road 77548285 575 Tanner Lake Road, Hastings, MI • Call us at 948-9891 SAXON FALL SPORTS BEGIN! FIRST PRACTICE INFORMATION There is no Pay to Participate fees again this year due to a generous donation. However, you still must have a physical form on file at the high school office to practice. FIRST DAY OF PRACTICE INFORMATION: FOOTBALL: Practice begins Monday, August 9th – Varsity @ 7:30 am • Freshman and JV @ 8:30. Meet at Field house by football field. Info: Coach Rademacher 616 648-8849. GIRLS GOLF: Practice begins Wednesday, August 11th – 9:30am at the Hastings Country Club. Info: Coach Krueger 269 948-2383. VOLLEYBALL: Tryouts begin Wednesday, August 11th – Varsity 8:30-10:30am • Freshman and JV 10:30-12:30 • All teams 6-8 pm. Info: Coach McMahon 269 953-6914. CROSS COUNTRY: Team Camp begins August 11th 8:30am. Info: Coach Collins 269 804-7156. GIRLS SWIM/DIVE Wednesday, August 11th – 3:30-5:30 at the CERC. Info: Coach Schoessel 269 838-8407. BOYS TENNIS Wednesday, August 11th – 6-8pm – Hastings High School Tennis Courts. Info: Coach vonderHoff 269 908-2965. BOYS SOCCER Wednesday, August 11th – 6-8 pm – Pierce Soccer field (behind HS). Info: Coach Conklin 269 838-1165. Any other Questions can be directed to Athletic Director, Mike Goggins at 269 948-4409 or 269 838-5010 77548307 were removed and countless items stolen from Houghtaling’s property. In three separate incidents, the Michigan State Police documented more than 10 individuals taking part in the incidents. Alert neighbors notified the police when they witnessed items being loaded into vehicles and taken from the property. Houghtaling’s job has required him to spend time out of town during the past few months, and it was during those times the thieves struck. Making the case even more hurtful, the lead thief turned out to be Houghtaling’s own nephew. “You could say he was robbed blind by his nephew,” said County Prosecutor Tom Evans. Evans said there were charges that were dropped against some of the suspects because they were given permission to take items from the property, not from Houghtaling but from his nephew Dylan Jiles. Jiles, along with three other subjects, were caught removing items Oct. 9 by state police troopers after neighbors called authorities. In the report, troopers detail that through the investigation it was determined “no one had permission to be on the property, including Dylan Jiles.” After months of police reports and court documents, Dylan James Jiles, 18, of Hastings; Wayne Thomas Domsic, 29, of Battle Creek; and Seth Inglett, 23, of Battle Creek; were issued warrants. Charges against two other subjects were reduced, another source of frustration for Houghtaling. The two subjects were caught by neighbors and later police, driving away from the residence with a golf cart and other items in the bed of their truck. Houghtaling maintains the cart was in working order and charges of larceny of a motor vehicle should have stayed in place. Evans, however, said the charges were altered because the cart failed to meet the criteria of a motor vehicle. “What was originally thought to be a motor vehicle was apparently a golf cart frame,” said Evans. “There were folks in hot pursuit, it fell off the truck and what was stolen was what we got. There wasn’t an engine, seat or tires.” One of the subjects had already pleaded to larceny of a motor vehicle before Evans lowered the charges to stolen property between $200-1,000. Evans applauded the move of Assistant Prosecutor Larry Lewis with dropping the charges after already having a guilty plea on record. “I think that shows a lot of guts. You’ve got someone who already pleaded guilty and you tell them it wasn’t a motor vehicle,” said Evans. Houghtaling said the process of working with law enforcement proved almost as stressful as the break-ins themselves. “The state police were saying they sent the information to the prosecutor’s office, and they were saying they hadn’t received it yet,” said Houghtaling. “I asked Evans if he was saying the police were lying, and he said I guess so.” Meanwhile, Houghtaling said that while the two agencies were trying to work on the case, communication problems led to holes in the case. “The police would say one thing, the prosecutors another, none of them were on the same page,” said Houghtaling. “I was told to wait a couple of weeks and call back to check on the case, and when I called the prosecutor’s office they asked why I hadn’t called and told me I needed to be more involved in what was going on. It was very frustrating, I had to argue and push just to get them to move forward when they had witnesses and caught the thieves red handed.” He has made several trips from the southern part of the country for court appearances and lost wages during that time. After the June 25 sentencing of Jiles, Domsic and Inglett, Houghtaling was awarded nearly $20,000 in restitution, though he maintains the outcome was a struggle and was hampered by the ineffective work of the prosecutor’s office. Jiles was sentenced to nine months in jail on charges of receiving and concealing stolen property and malicious destruction of property for a fence they broke during the break-ins. The misdemeanor charge was dropped during the plea agreement and Jiles plead guilty to the felony charge of receiving and concealing stolen property. “Through it all they kept giving me the runaround. Sure, some of those guys have been punished, but what about the ones where the charges were dropped? They stole so much from me, and it feels like they’re getting away with it,” said Houghtaling. Riches in the midst of war by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters Some geologists are heroes. That was the thought that came to my mind when I read of what Afghan geologists had done during the long and difficult time the Taliban had run their country. Even without real hope they might ever do geology again, but with fears about what might happen at any time to the reports of previous geological mapping work, the Afghan geologists took the records home to preserve them. When the dust of the American invasion had settled and the Afghan government had been restored, the local geologists brought back the reports. The records were the starting point for the effort in recent years to explore Afghanistan for mineral resources using fully modern methods. The results have astonished geologists because the riches of the war-torn country are so great. As the New York Times reported this summer, many geologists now working in Afghanistan feel they are “in the midst of one of the great discoveries of their careers.” From estimates of what’s under the ground, both at depth and near the surface, Afghanistan may contain nearly $1 trillion worth of minerals. Along the Pashtun area in the south there is gold; in western Afghanistan there is apparently abundant lithium; and elsewhere there are major deposits of copper, iron, cobalt and rare metals like niobium. As a student, I studied mineral resources intensively. The richest of those here in the U.S. were mined out in the 1800s and early 1900s. There is a cycle in such matters, and the richest deposits are – at least generally – the first discovered and mined. But Afghanistan stands today where the U.S. did long ago, so it’s no surprise that Afghan mineral wealth is likely quite high. But a $1 trillion bonanza is greater than this geologist would have guessed. In short, it looks like there is enough mineral wealth in Afghanistan it could alter both the war and the way of life in the impoverished nation where the gross domestic product is only about $12 billion. If investment materializes to exploit the mineral wealth, jobs in mining could employ many men currently involved in the war, U.S. officials speculate. “There is stunning potential here,” Gen. David H. Petraeus said to the New York Times. “There are a lot of ifs, of course, but I think the potential is hugely significant.” The ore was discovered because the U.S. Geological Survey and some others went to work in 2006 using modern methods of exploration throughout the country. In the old days, geologists used to travel by Jeep (or even on foot and horseback) to outcrops. The accepted technique was to knock off pieces of rock with a hammer and inspect what you had in your hand. The approach still works, but it’s obviously labor intensive and slow. If you want to rapidly explore a whole country these days, the way to do it is by air. So the Americans flew over Afghanistan with sophisticated gravity measurement devices. The results were highly encouraging. In 2007, the geologists again flew over the country, this time with devices that offer three-dimensional information about mineral concentrations. The results were “astonishing” to the geologists who saw the data. The story even recently merited a piece in the prestigious journal Science, so impressive is the tale of mineral exploration and discovery. There seems little doubt that Afghanistan is sitting on wealth that could dwarf the opium trade and what money reaches the war-torn country from outside aid. But it remains to be seen how the wealth from the Earth is exploited and used. Afghanistan is not a developed country with infrastructure or environmental controls. Mining can ruin countryside and destroy water resources if it’s unregulated. And, to complicate matters, the government in the country has had trouble with corruption. Indeed, last year the minister of mines stood accused of accepting a $30 million bribe in connection with giving rights to China to develop a copper mine. (The good news is that the official is no longer in office.) But still, the challenges of wealth rather than chronic poverty could be a fine change of pace of a nation in need of some good news. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at rockdoc.wsu.edu <http://www.rockdoc.wsu.edu> and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University. AVIS Jerry Lee Daniels Jerry Lee Daniels of Delton passed away on March 23, 2010 at the age of 57. A “celebration of his life” was held on April 24, 2010. He was loved and remembered by his wife Denise Daniels and their children: Kim (Brian) Gerber, Rob DanielsWarner, Karrie Blanding, Kristie Cole, Kurtis, William, and Justin Daniels, Jolene (Scott) Willett, Eric, Noah, Kylie, Christian, Bryce, Kiau, Caleb, and Nikki Daniels, and their many foster children over the years. He is also survived by his 27 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. “He was a great Dad to all of us. He always had something that he was thinking about,” said Noah. He will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him and he will be remembered by every child that walked through the front door. He loved fishing, caring, and watching hilarious movies. He even enjoyed taking the kids out to the pool to have breakfast and then swimming. He took videos of the kids swimming and even made it look like there was a giant spider crawling down the lens. He will be in our hearts forever and never forgotten by anyone who knew him. To a very special Dad, thank you for taking time out of your life to make us part of your life and giving us a second chance with a family. From Your Loving Children – From Noah Daniels 07549278 Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 77548313 This is PAYBACK from your twin sister... and this is from your Mom will be 85 on Wednesday! Happy Birthday, Mom! 77548251 Talk with Wayne Houghtaling and the frustration he feels is evident. His residence has been broken into several times during the past year and Houghtaling is frustrated with the response from the Barry County Prosecutor’s Office. Beginning in October 2009 and possibly before, Houghtaling’s residence at 8271 Lammers Road was the site of several larce- Bill & Michelle ��Page 10 — Thursday, August 5, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES MORTGAGE SALE This is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by ANDREW A. ASKLER and KATHLEEN E. ASKLER, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to MUTUAL SAVINGS BANK, FSB, having its principal office at 4200 East Beltline, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, Mortgagee, dated July 23, 1998 and recorded July 27, 1998 in Instrument No. 1015601. By reason of such default the undersigned elects to declare the entire unpaid amount of said mortgage due and payable forthwith. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on said mortgage the sum of SEVENTY EIGHT THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED TWENTY FOUR AND 97/100 ($78,124.97) dollars, including interest at the rate of 3.875% per annum. No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided and to pay said amount with interest as provided in said mortgage, and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including attorney fees allowed by law, said mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east door of the Barry County Courthouse, the place of holding the Circuit Court within the County of Barry, City of Hastings, Michigan, on September 2, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., local time. Pursuant to Public Act No. 104, Public Acts of 1971 [MCLA 600.3240(8), MSA 27A.3240(8)] the redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the property is determined to be abandoned under MCLA 600.3241a; MSA 27A.3241(1), in which case the property may be redeemed during the 30 days immediately following the sale or expiration of statutory notice period or expiration of statutory notice period. The premises covered by said mortgage are situated in the Township of Johnstown, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to wit: Lots 31, 32, 47, 48 and the West 1/2 of Lots 30 and 49 of Arnett's Resort at Mill Lake, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 33. MUTUAL SAVINGS BANK, FSB Mortgagee SCHENK BONCHER & RYPMA Gary P. Schenk P19970 601 Three Mile Road, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49544-1601 77547810 (616) 647-8277 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181671, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of July 15, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Nine and 36/100 Dollars ($129,839.36), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mort-gage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, August 12, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #16,Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-016-00 UNIT(S) 16, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46. TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: July 15, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 06721100 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 SYNOPSIS HOPE TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING JULY 12, 2010 All Board members present. 2 guests. Approved: Previous Minutes Standing Reports Bill Increase in Cemetery Fees Additional Computer Battery Backup Resolution 2010-5 2009 Audit (a “Clean” Audit) Adjourned 8:13 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by Patricia Albert, Supervisor 77548232 SYNOPSIS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Special Meeting July 21, 2010 Supervisor J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m. Present: Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Treasurer K. McGuire, Trustee J. Grundy, and Trustee R. Goebel. No guest present. Pledge of allegiance. Agenda was approved. Approved hiring Kevin Harris as Official Assessor according to change to contract with Appraisals Plus. Board comments received. Meeting adjourned at 2:15 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by: Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor 77548169 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by NICHOLAS A. WEBB, A SINGLE MAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated July 11, 2008, and recorded on July 25, 2008, in Document No. 20080725-0007575, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred One Thousand Nine Hundred Two Dollars and Seventy-Nine Cents ($101,902.79), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on September 2, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 15 AND THE EAST 1 / 2 OF LOT 14, THORNTON ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 3, PAGE 72 OF PLATS, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 30, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77548253 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS OF BARRY COUNTY Notice is hereby given that the Barry County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing for the following: Tabled Case Number SP-2-2010 - Les Lapham (Owner); Al Kimball (applicant). Location: 15218 Solem Rd. in Section 31 of Johnstown Township. Purpose: Requesting a special use permit for accessory housing on a parcel of land, in the RR zoning district. MEETING DATE: August 23, 2010. TIME: 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Community Room, Courts & Law Building at 206 West Court St., Hastings, MI. Site inspections of the above described properties will be completed by the Planning Commission members before the day of the hearing. Interested persons desiring to present their views upon an appeal either verbally or in writing will be given the opportunity to be heard at the above mentioned time and place. Any written response may be mailed to the address listed below or faxed to (269) 948-4820. The special use application(s) is/are available for public inspection at the Barry County Planning Office, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 during the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed between 12-1 p.m.), Monday thru Friday. Please call the Planning Office at (269) 945-1290 for further information. The County of Barry will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon ten (10) days notice to the County of Barry. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the County of Barry by writing or calling the following: Michael Brown, County Administrator, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058, (269) 945-1284. Pamela Jarvis, Barry County Clerk 77548190 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael B. Heers joined herein pro forma by His Wife, Julie L. Heers, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 22, 2008, and recorded on May 29, 2008 in instrument 20080529-0005655, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Seven Thousand Thirty And 12/100 Dollars ($137,030.12), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 26, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North 0 degrees along the East line 660 feet; thence North 89 degrees 20 minutes West parallel with the South Section line 990 feet; thence North 0 degrees 660 feet; thence North 45 degrees 00 minutes East 183 feet; thence South 34 degrees 14 minutes 45 seconds East 351.93 feet; thence South 0 degrees 2 minutes 17 seconds East 502.30 feet; thence North 89 degrees 20 minutes West 327.81 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to a 66.00 foot wide easement, the South line of said easement being described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, thence North 0 degrees 00 minutes along the East line of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 600.00 feet to the place of beginning thence North 89 degrees 20 minutes West 990.00 feet to the place of ending. Subject to easements, use, building and other restrictions of record, is any. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547858 File #320729F01 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181668, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of July 15, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Eight and 81/100 Dollars ($129,838.81), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mort-gage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, August 12, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #14,Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-014-00 (Unit 14) UNIT(S) 14, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46. TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: July 15, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 06721090 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 SYNOPSIS BARRY TOWNSHIP BOARD REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 2, 2010 Regular meeting opened @ 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: 5 members and 11 guests. Motions approved minutes and treasurers reports for July 2010. Motion approved agenda with 2 additions. Motion approved to hire Matthew Doster to B.T.P.D. Resolution 10-05 adopted. Ordinance #61 adopted. Motion approved to pay H.C.F.D. & B.P.H.D. quarterly. Motion approved to appoint W. Kahler to B.P.H. committee. Motion approved to accept bills for August 2010 and the check register. Policy workshop scheduled for 8-16-10 @ Barry Township hall from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Adjourned @ 8:04 p.m. Respectfully, Debra J. Knight Barry Township Clerk Attested to by: Wesley Kahler 77548281 Barry Township Supervisor Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard Nemitz Married and Anita Nemitz, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated March 30, 2004, and recorded on April 12, 2004 in instrument 1125182, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Five And 81/100 Dollars ($200,945.81), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 39 and the East 1/2 of Lot 40, McLaughlin Subdivision No. 2, as recorded in Liber 478, Page 456, of Plats, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06721583 File #302298F02 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 29, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181665, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of July 15, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Thirty Thousand Six Hundred Twenty Nine and 36/100 Dollars ($130,629.36), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mort-gage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, August 12, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #12,Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-012-00 UNIT(S) 12, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46. TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: July 15, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 06721095 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 STATE OF MICHIGAN IN THE 5TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF BARRY CASE NO. 10-252-CH HON. JAMES H. FISHER HENDRIAN-MILLER, INC., Plaintiff, vs. THE ESTATE OF NOBLE SAUNDERS, Defendant. \ RENNER & RENNER, P.L.C. William D. Renner, II (P29832) Scott A. Renner (P73003) Attorneys for Plaintiff 116 East Chicago Street Coldwater, MI 49036 Office: (517) 279-7716 \ ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION, AND NOTICE OF ACTION \ Court address: 220 W. State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 Court telephone no: 269-945-1286 TO: THE ESTATE OF NOBLE SAUNDERS IT IS ORDERED; You are being sued by Plaintiff in this Court upon a Complaint filed May 20, 2010. You must file your answer or take such other action permitted by law in this Court at the address above on or before four (4) weeks from date of publication. If you fail to do so, a Default Judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint filed in this cause. Dated: July 7, 2010 JAMES H. FISHER, Circuit Judge 77547677 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David B. Rozelle an unmarried man, to Mortgage Center LLC, Mortgagee, dated November 7, 2008 and recorded November 14, 2008 in Instrument Number 20081114-0011059, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty-Four Thousand Six Hundred Seventy-Three and 36/100 Dollars ($24,673.36) including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 12, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South one hundred and eighteen feet of a parcel of land described as commencing four rods West of the Southeast Corner of Lot Fifteen of O.A. Phillips Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof, thence North to Thornapple River, thence Westerly along said river four rods, thence Southerly to South line of said Lot 15, thence East four rods to the place of beginning, being a part of Lot 15 of O.A. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville and a part of the Northwest one quarter of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248502-1400 File No. 393.0403 ASAP# 3647165 07/15/2010, 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Douglas R Baker and Melissa M Baker, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA (the "Savings Bank") from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, acting as receiver for the Savings Bank and pursuant to its authority under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1821(d), Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2007, and recorded on May 3, 2007 in instrument 1180067, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eight Thousand Twenty-Two And 94/100 Dollars ($208,022.94), including interest at 6.8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: The North one-half of the East one-half of the Northeast one-quarter of Section 13, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, except commencing at the Northwest corner of the East one-half of the Northeast one-quarter of Section 13; thence East along the North Section line approximately 780 feet to a point 10 feet West of the existing tree line; thence approximately South 1320 feet to the existing fence row, thence West along said fence row to the center of McKibben Road approximately 780 feet; thence North to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547719 File #329971F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 5, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles R Purdum Jr., and Catherine J Purdum husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 25, 2008, and recorded on February 4, 2008 in instrument 200802040001027, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-One And 38/100 Dollars ($99,921.38), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 3, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, Rutland, Township, Barry County, Michigan, beginning at a point on the West line of said Section 3, which lies South 0 degrees 27 minutes East 1365.60 feet from the Northwest corner of said Section 3; thence North 89 degrees 15 minutes 30 seconds East, 233 feet; thence South 0 degrees 27 minutes East, 130 feet thence South 89 degrees 15 minutes 30 seconds West, 233 feet; thence North 0 degrees 27 minutes West 130 feet to the point of beginning. Now Known as: Lot 7, Treats Little Acres, as recorded in Liber 5, page 78 of Plats, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547643 File #320122F03 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage (hereinafter Mortgage) and Note and Disclosure Statement (hereinafter Note) made by John A. Eichenauer and Sandra Eichenauer, Husband and Wife (hereinafter Mortgagors), whose address is 6923 Shoreline Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046 (or 6543 Colgrove, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49048) to Access First Federal Credit Union f/k/a/ Kalamazoo Postal Federal Credit Union (hereinafter Mortgagee) whose address is 52800 North Main, Mattawan, Michigan 49071, which Mortgage is dated January 21, 2004, and recorded on February 17, 2004, in the Barry County Register of Deeds, State of Michigan, at Instrument No. 1122296. As of July 29, 2010, the amount due under the Mortgage, made by Mortgagors in favor of Mortgagee, is the sum of Forty Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Five and 05/100 ($40,965.05) Dollars, which includes interest as provided under the Note as 11.75% per annum, to the extent that such interest is allowable under the Mortgage, the related Loan Documents (hereinafter Loan Documents), and under Michigan law. This sum will increase as additional interest, costs, expenses, and attorneys fees accrue under the Loan Documents and which are permitted under Michigan law after the date set forth above. Under the power of sale contained in the Mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public sale to the highest bidder at the East steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058, that being the place of the holding of the Circuit Court for Barry County, State of Michigan, on Thursday, September 2, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. The premises subject to the Mortgage which is being sold is located at 6923 Shoreline Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046, located in the Township of Barry, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and legally described as follows: Lot 22 of Popular Beach #2, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 31, Barry County records. Tax ID No. 08-03-150-019-00. The redemption period shall be SIX (6) MONTHS from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the premises is determined to be abandoned under MCLA§600.3241a in which case the redemption may be shortened to thirty (30) days. Date: July 29, 2010 MORTGAGEE: Access First Federal Credit Union f/k/a/ Kalamazoo Postal Federal Credit Union 52800 North Main Mattawan, MI 49071 Drafted by: Jeffrey D. Swenarton Attorney for Mortgagee Kreis, Enderle, Hudgins & Borsos, P.C. P.O. Box 4010 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49003-4010 Phone: (269) 324-3000 77547916 Fax: (269) 324-3010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Christopher Banash and Martha S. Reyff-Banash, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 15, 2005, and recorded on August 31, 2005 in instrument 1152007, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Five And 76/100 Dollars ($128,345.76), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 5, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, described as: Beginning at a point 1217.5 feet West of the North 1/4 post of said Section 5; thence South 353 feet; thence West 236.5 feet; thence North 118 feet; thence West 200 feet for the place of beginning; thence East 200 feet; thence North to intersection of highway; thence along highway in Southwesterly direction to the place of beginning. PARCEL D: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 5, Town 3 North, Range 8 West; thence West along the North line of said Section 1502.00 feet; thence South, 47.67 feet to the centerline of Coats Grove Road; thence 188.66 feet along said centerline and the arc of a curve to the left the radius of which is 358.10 feet and the chord of which bears South 49 degrees 50 minutes 48 seconds West, 186.48 feet to the true place of beginning; thence continuing 68.36 feet along said centerline and the arc of a curve to the left the radius of which is 358.10 feet and the chord of which bears South 29 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds West 68.25 feet; thence North 81 degrees 10 minutes 46 seconds West 112.73 feet to an intermediate traverse line of the Shore of Leach Lake; thence North 16 degrees 14 minutes 44 seconds East along said intermediate traverse line, 67.00 feet; thence South 80 degrees 03 minutes 46 seconds East 127.96 feet to the place of beginning. Including lands lying between said traverse line and the waters of Leach Lake. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547633 File #274926F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jasper L Blaylock and Heather A Blaylock, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated July 10, 2009, and recorded on July 20, 2009 in instrument 200907200007491, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Four Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Five And 04/100 Dollars ($204,485.04), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the South Half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 7, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of said Section 7 a distance of South 01 degrees 53 minutes 39 seconds West 1310.12 feet from the West Quarter Corner of said Section 7; thence South 88 degrees 27 minutes 40 seconds East 896.54 feet along the North line of the South half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 7; Thence South 02 degrees 50 minutes 23 seconds West 771.65 feet; thence North 88 degrees 58 minutes 37 seconds West 283.84 feet, Thence North 01 degrees 53 minutes 39 seconds East 600.04 feet; thence North 88 degrees 27 minutes 40 seconds West 600 feet to said West Section line, thence North 01 degrees 53 minutes 39 seconds East 173.98 feet along said West section line to the place of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Westerly 33 feet thereof for Cunningham Road. Also, an easement across the West 66 feet of the South 152 feet of the following described parcel for purposes of ingress and egress, said Easement to run with the land: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the North half of the Southwest quarter of Section 7: Town 4 North, Range 7 West for the place of beginning; Thence North to a point 956 feet South of the Northwest corner of the North half of the Southwest quarter of said Section 7; thence East 250 feet; thence North 130 feet; thence East 260 feet; thence South 494 feet, more or less to the South line of the North half of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 7; thence West along said South line to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547627 File #327188F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy P. Brownell, married man and Mindy Brownell, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 21, 2007, and recorded on December 27, 2007 in instrument 200712270005556, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Two And 36/100 Dollars ($116,272.36), including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, except the North 657 feet thereof and except the West 100 feet of the South 165 feet of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 26 and excepting that part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26 lying Easterly on a line described as follows: Beginning at a point of the South 1/8 line of said Section 26, distant East 755 feet from the Northwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 26; thence South 390 feet; thence Southwesterly 187 feet to the Northwest corner of land owned by Leo J. Reszutko and wife, thence South 45 degrees West 277 feet; thence East 40 feet; thence South parallel with the West line of Section 26 to the South line of Section 26 and the point of ending. Also includes 2003 Spring Creek Serial Number CHIN101939C The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547763 File #239757F02 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Mary K Sloan and Todd T Sloan, Wife and Husband to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Arbor Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated January 31, 2007 and recorded February 12, 2007 in Instrument # 1176292 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2007-2, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Seven Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-Nine Dollars and Fifty-Nine Cents ($147,389.59) including interest 8.825% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on August 12, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northwest one quarter of the Southeast one quarter of Section 11, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North and South one quarter line of said Section 11, distant South 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds East 921.47 feet from the center post of said Section 11; thence South 89 degrees 28 minutes 30 seconds East 330 feet; thence South 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds East 333.27 feet, more or less; thence Westerly 330 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 11, to a point on the North and South one quarter line of said Section 11, which lies North 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds West 1390.83 feet from the South one quarter post thereof; thence North 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds West 330.00 feet to the point of beginning. Reserving therefrom, a perpetual easement 66 feet in width for ingress and egress and utilities to the above described parcel, the centerline of which is described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 11, distant Easterly 297 feet from the South one quarter post thereof; thence North 00 degrees 11 minutes 10 seconds West 693 feet; thence East 363 feet parallel with said South section line; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds West 1064.1 feet more or less; thence North 89 degrees 28 minutes 30 seconds West 660.05 feet to the point of ending; also together with others, with a perpetual easement 66 feet in width for ingress and egress the centerline of which extends North 89 degrees 28 minutes 30 seconds West 933.68 feet from the aforesaid point of ending, to Whitneyville Road. Commonly known as 8475 Hidden Dr., Middleville MI 49333 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 7/15/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2007-2, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 06721189 Our File No: 10-25889 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary Lee Lake, a married man and Catherine M. Lake, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 28, 2006, and recorded on May 10, 2006 in instrument 200605100006133, and modified by agreement dated February 18, 2009, and recorded on March 6, 2009 in instrument 200903060002081, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Seven Thousand Three Hundred FiftyFour And 29/100 Dollars ($177,354.29), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Section 9, Town 1 North, Range 7 West; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 1073.00 feet along the East line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 35 minutes 39 seconds West 253.00 feet parallel with the South line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 442.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 35 minutes 39 seconds East 73.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 12.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 35 minutes 39 seconds East 180.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 430.00 feet along the East line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 5, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548236 File #237597F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicholas Barker and Priscilla Barker, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated July 6, 2007, and recorded on July 11, 2007 in instrument 1182839, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fifth Third Mortgage Company as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Eight And 90/100 Dollars ($98,328.90), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point which is 325.94 feet North and 2141.49 feet West of the East 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 2 North, Range 10 West; thence South 59 degrees 29 minutes West 119 feet; thence North 16 degrees 56 minutes West 102.39 feet; thence North 59 degrees 29 minutes East 104 feet; thence South 25 degrees 22 minutes East 100 feet to place of beginning. Also, beginning at a point which is 355.13 feet North and 2288.10 feet West of the East 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, running thence South 16 degrees 56 minutes East 31 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing South 16 degrees 56 minutes East 70.16 feet; thence South 59 degrees 29 minutes West 70 feet to shore of Lime Lake; thence Northwesterly along said shore 28 feet; thence Northeasterly 105 feet to the place of beginning. Easement together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 16.0 feet wide being more particularly described as follows: Commencing at a point 235.58 feet North and 2098.65 feet West of the East 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 2 North, Range 10 West; thence South 59 degrees 29 minutes west, 101.0 feet for the place of beginning; thence continuing South 59 degrees 29 minutes West 16.07 feet; thence North 35 degrees 41 minutes West 101.23 feet; thence North 16 degrees 56 minutes West, 150.11 feet; thence North 5 degrees 56 minutes West, 156.82 feet; thence North 18 degrees 56 minutes WEst, 198.35 feet; thence North 9 degrees 28 minutes West 83.83 feet; thence North 29 degrees 23 minutes East 92.40 feet to the Southerly line of Keller Road; thence South 66 degrees 37 minutes East thereon, 16.0 feet; thence South 29 degrees 23 minutes West, 86.60 feet; thence South 9 degrees 28 minutes East, 74.0 feet; thence South 18 degrees 56 minutes East, 196.0 feet; thence South 5 degrees 56 minutes East156.0 feet: thence South 16 dgrees 56 minutes east, 145.96 feet; thence South 35 degrees 41 minutes East, 100.0 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547683 File #327775F01 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Elizabeth Sylvester (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 1015 N. Michigan Ave, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of January 25, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after August 2, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. August 2, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77548264 Hastings, MI 49058 NOTICE TO FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR, ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE; PLEASE CONTACT US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has occurred in a mortgage made by, Gregory L. Wilson and Karen S. Wilson, to First Community Federal Credit Union dated May 10, 2000 and recorded on May 16, 2000 at Document No. 1044354 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $105,948.40. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on September 2, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East entrance, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 5.80 % per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan law. The property to be sold is described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 Post of Section 8, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence South 01 degrees 21’ 00” East along the North and South 1/4 line of said section, 1320.96 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50’ 00” East along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 8, a distance of 813.47 feet; thence South 37 degrees 13’ 48” East 95.34 feet; thence South 34 degrees 25’ 30” East 112.31 feet; thence South 39 degrees 29’ 34” East, 62.81 feet; thence South 40 degrees 47’ 17” East, 176.21 feet; thence South 42 degrees 14’ 35” East, 360.00 feet; thence South 52 degrees 43’ 27” East, 119.55 feet to the true place of beginning; thence North 34 degrees 54’ 04” East, 102.82 feet to a traverse line along the Shore of Pleasant Lake; thence South 63 degrees 42’ 41” East, along said traverse line 54.00 feet to the end of said traverse line; thence South 36 degrees 38’ 32” West, 113.03 feet; thence North 52 degrees 43’ 27” West, 50.00 feet to the place of beginning. Intending to include all land between the above described traverse line and the waters edge of Pleasant Lake. Granting the following easements pursuant to Barry County Circuit Court order dated February 9, 1987 to parties described therein. Easement 1: An easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 30 feet wide described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 8, Town 1, North, Range 9 West; thence South 01 degrees 21’ 00” East along the North and South 1/4 line of said section 1320.96 feet to the place of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 50’ 00” East along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of said section 8, a distance of 813.47 feet; thence South 37 degrees 13’ 48” East 37.76 feet; thence North 89 degrees 50’ 00” West 835.61 feet to said North and South 1/4 line; thence North 01 degrees 21’ 00” West along said 1/4 line 30.01 feet to the place of beginning. Easement 2: An easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 16.50 feet wide described as: commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 8, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence South 01 degrees 21’ 00” East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 1320.96 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50’ 00” East along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 8, a distance of 813.47 feet: thence South 37 degrees 13’ 48” East 37.76 feet to the true place of beginning; Thence South 37 degrees 13’ 48” East 57.57 feet; thence South 34 degrees 25’ 30” East 112.31 feet; thence South 39 degrees 29’ 34” East 62.81 feet; thence South 40 degrees 47’ 17” East 176.21 feet; thence South 42 degrees 14’ 35” East 360.00 feet; thence South 52 degrees 43’ 26” East 269.55 feet; thence South 59 degrees 00’ 18” East 200.00 feet; thence South 43 degrees 36’ 32” West 16.91 feet; thence North 59 degrees 00’ 18” West 197.21 feet; thence North 52 degrees 43’ 26” West 271.97 feet; thence North 42 degrees 14’ 35” West 361.65 feet; thence North 40 degrees 47’ 17” West 176.67 feet; thence North 39 degrees 29’ 34” West 63.73 feet; thence North 34 degrees 25’ 30” West 112.64 feet; thence North 37 degrees 13’ 48” West 69.78 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50’ 00” East 20.76 feet to the true place of beginning. Located in Barry County, Michigan Which has the address of: 11377 S. Westshore Drive, Delton, MI 49046. During the six months immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.324(a), in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Date: June 21, 2010 First Community Federal Credit Union By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) Stephen L. Langeland, P.C. Attorney at Law 6146 W. Main Street, Suite C Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77548241 269/382-3703 �Page 12 — Thursday, August 5, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Jeffrey and Kathy Burger (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 5310 Coats Grove Rd, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of August 2, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after August 2, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. August 2, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 77548260 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles A. Haylock and Catherine J. Haylock, husband and wife, to Washington Mutual Bank, Mortgagee, dated August 31, 2006 and recorded September 19, 2006 in Instrument Number 1170247, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-9 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Two and 45/100 Dollars ($120,932.45) including interest at 9.475% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 19, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 21, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, Assyria Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant 440.00 feet East of the Northwest corner of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4; thence East along said North line of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, a distance of 220.00 feet; thence South parallel with the West line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, 495.00 feet; thence West 220.00 feet; thence North 495.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 22, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 362.7870 ASAP# 3654792 07/22/2010, 06721578 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010, 08/12/2010 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on February 23, 2007 by LAK Properties, LLC, Miava M. Gravelyn, not personally but as Trustee of the Miava Gravelyn Trust Under a Trust Agreement Dated July 8, 1999, and Miava M. Gravelyn, collectively Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on March 6, 2007 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1177175. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Three Hundred Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Four and 97/100 Dollars ($303,854.97), including interest at 7.250% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, September 9, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Lot 5, Pioneer Farm Subdivision, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 34, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan. More commonly known as 9430 Springcreek Court, Middleville, Michigan The redemption period shall be six months from the date of the sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank Dated: August 3, 2010 By: Is/Rachel J.Foster Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 269-226-2982 77548266 KZ DOCS 24581 lvl 36177.127 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Laura C. Miller, a single woman, to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated April 13, 2007 and recorded April 25, 2007 in Instrument Number 1179727, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Chase Home Finance LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Eight and 45/100 Dollars ($115,878.45) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 12, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 66 of Middleville Downs Number 3, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 26. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.8582 ASAP# 3645036 07/15/2010, 77547698 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Jason and Carrie Larabee (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 703 W Madison St, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of August 2, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after August 2, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. August 2, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 77548262 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert C. Harvey and Christie L. Harvey, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to E Mortgage Direct, a Michigan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated July 22, 2003, and recorded on August 1, 2003 in instrument 1109959, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Home Mortgage as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Four And 71/100 Dollars ($224,394.71), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 49, Sunrise Shores No. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 98. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06721015 File #328861F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by BRYCE LICHTIG SIGNED AS BRYCE L. LICHTIG, A SINGLE MAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated September 22, 2009, and recorded on September 25, 2009, in Document No. 200909250009548, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Seven Dollars and Fifteen Cents ($67,227.15), including interest at 6.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on August 12, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: COMMENCING 126 FEET EAST OF THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 67 OF O.A. PHILLIPS ADDITION, TO THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF; THENCE EAST 53 FEET; THENCE NORTH TO THORNEAPPLE RIVER; THENCE WEST 53 FEET; THENCE SOUTH TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 8, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 06721027 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE LIKENS & BLOMQUIST, P.L.L.C., IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE PHONE NUMBER BELOW IF EITHER MORTGAGOR IS ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default has occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by Gail L. Schaidt, Married, and Lawrence J. Schaidt, III, Married, Mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Bank (Western Michigan), Mortgagee, dated April 22, 2005, and recorded on June 16, 2005, in Instrument Number 1148154, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, on said mortgage there is $112,042.43 due at the date of this notice. There is no suit proceeding at law or in equity to collect the sums due under the Mortgage described above. Notice is hereby given that, by virtue of the power of sale contained in the above-described Mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on Thursday, August 19, 2010 at 01:00 PM at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder at public venue, in order to satisfy the unpaid portion of said Mortgage, together with interest at a rate of 6.400%, all costs of sale permitted by law, and taxes, the property situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as: Lot 16 of Noffke's South Lake Shore Plat, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 50, Barry County Records. All rights of redemption shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale unless the property is abandoned as defined by MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Dated: Thursday, July 15, 2010 Likens & Blomquist, P.L.L.C. Attorneys for Servicer 3290 W. Big Beaver Rd. Ste 315 Troy, MI 48084 Telephone: 248-593-5106 06721044 L0301MI10 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nate Fisk, original mortgagor(s), to ICNB Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2006, and recorded on May 4, 2006 in instrument 1164070, and modified by agreement dated November 30, 2009, and recorded on February 2, 2010 in instrument 201002020000966, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Seven And 21/100 Dollars ($142,897.21), including interest at 3.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 26, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 22, Smith's Lakeview Center, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 50, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547929 File #333694F01 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Christopher P. Horning and Stephanie Joerin 4024 Mindi Lynne Drive Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/ counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800-968-0738. Dated: August 5, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 379.0171 ASAP# 3675496 08/05/2010 77548199 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott Tava aka Scott A. Tava, a married man, to Source One Mortgage Services Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 11, 1997 and recorded August 18, 1997 in Instrument Number 1000423, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by GMAC Mortgage, LLC fka GMAC Mortgage Corporation by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Three and 35/100 Dollars ($56,943.35) including interest at 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 2, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 11 of Market Street Plat, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 89. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 5, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 280.6280 ASAP# 3678618 08/05/2010, 77548246 08/12/2010, 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Stanley G Norris Sr and Karen S Norris, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 9315 Wertman Rd, Delton, MI 49046-9615. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 30, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 30, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 5, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548006 File # 297366F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Timothy Grove and Jessica Grove, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 7385 S M 66 Hwy, Nashville, MI 49073-9425. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 30, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 30, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 5, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548003 File # 334372F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Isaac A. Bainbridge and Barbara J. Bainbridge, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Homepath Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated November 15, 2004, and recorded on December 22, 2004 in instrument 1139097, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment dated July 1, 2010 , on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty-Seven And 12/100 Dollars ($129,957.12), including interest at 4.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 31. Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the centerline of Section 31; thence North 75.00 feet; thence East 321.00 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence East 311.00 feet; thence North 199 feet more or less to the water edge of Mill Race; thence Westerly 312 feet more or less along said water edge to its intersection with a line which bears North from the place of beginning; thence South 172 feet more or less to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547693 File #331153F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Matthew Malik and Antoinette Smart, Husband and Wife as Joint Tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 17, 2005, and recorded on December 27, 2005 in instrument 1158136, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Six Hundred Eleven And 98/100 Dollars ($113,611.98), including interest at 8.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 12, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 11 of Fairhaven Plat, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 45. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 15, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #321809F01 77547638 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 5, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary Jack Christie, a married person and Brigitte J. Christie, to Wells Fargo Bank, NA SBM Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc. fka Norwest Mortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated January 22, 1998 and recorded January 23, 1998 in Instrument Number 1006767, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-One Thousand Eight Hundred Forty-Two and 79/100 Dollars ($41,842.79) including interest at 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 12, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 27 of Hardendorff Addition to the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, except the South 12 feet thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 72. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 326.3593 ASAP# 3647160 07/15/2010, 07/22/2010, 06721034 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dina L. Corwin, a single person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 10, 2003, and recorded on May 20, 2003 in instrument 1104774, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EverHome Mortgage Company as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand Four Hundred Fifty-Four And 90/100 Dollars ($72,454.90), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 26, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 30 of the O. A. Phillips Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 19. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547934 File #287586F03 SYNOPSIS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Regular Meeting July 14, 2010 Super J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Treasurer K. McGuire, Trustee J. Grundy, and Trustee R. Goebel. Also present were 18 guests. Pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence for our troops. Agenda was approved. Minutes were presented to the Board and approved. Barry County Commissioners Report given. Public comments were received. Parks report received. Fire Departments report was placed on file. Police Department report was placed on file. Supervisor Report was received. Treasurer Report was received. Clerk’s report was received. Budget increased $900.00 101-253-960 Treasurer Training; 101-262-930 $540.00 Election Building Repairs; $100.00 101-262-956 Election Miscellaneous. Approved payment of bills. Old Business: Approve the resolution for the Prairieville Township Pension Plan Change to Michigan Employers Retirement Systems (MERS) Defined benefit plan. Approve freeze the Township pension with Transamerica and change the plan to a fully paidup inactive status. Approved Ordinance No. 137 Prairieville Township Outdoor Furnace Ordinance. New Business: Clerk Owens reported on precinct improvements done for accessibility. Approved the Agreement for assessing services for Township of Prairieville between Appraisals Plus Group Inc. and Prairieville Township for a three year period beginning August 1, 2010 and ending July 31, 2013. Approved to hire Scott Anderson to be the official Assessor according to the contract with Appraisals Plus Group Inc. through July 31, 2013. Public comments were received. Board comments received. Meeting adjourned at 8:12 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by: 77548172 Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brad Eldred, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 19, 2004, and recorded on August 25, 2004 in instrument 1132948, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Five And 35/100 Dollars ($90,935.35), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 15, Loehr's Landing, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 61. Together with an easement for the benefit of Lots 1 thru 4, inclusive, 13 thru 15, inclusive, and Lots 33 thru 35, inclusive over part of Lot 37 of Loehr's Landing #1 described as: commencing at a point on Lakeview Road at the corner of Lots 37 and 38 of the plat of Loehr's Landing No.1; thence Southeasterly on the Westerly Lot line of Lot 37, 20 feet for the point of beginning; thence Northwesterly on said Lot line 20 feet; thence Northeasterly on the Lot line Common to Lots 37 and 38 of said plat to the Easterly line of Lot 37; thence South 41 degrees 17 minutes East on said Easterly line a distance of 60 feet; thence Southwesterly to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06721287 File #312833F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Frederic J. Saint Amour, II, A Married Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 4, 2005, and recorded on October 10, 2005 in instrument 1154234, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-Six And 97/100 Dollars ($103,556.97), including interest at 4.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of Craig-Garwood Plat, thence North 1 Degrees 44 Minutes East 150 Feet to the Point of Beginning, thence South 88 Degrees 16 Minutes East 83 Feet, thence North 48 Degrees 14 Minutes East 125, Thence North 1 Degrees 44 Minutes East 207.3 Feet, thence North 40 Degrees 16 Minutes West 33 Feet to a Point in the center of Hammond Road, thence in a South and West Direction to the Point of Beginning, being the Southeast 1/4 fo Section 1, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 5, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548178 File #287197F04 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED ZONING AMENDMENTS Notice is hereby given that the Barry County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on August 23, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room of the Courts and Law Building located at 206 West Court Street, in Hastings, Michigan. To amend the Barry County Zoning Ordinance of 2008 that the following articles will be considered for amendment. Article 4 - Nonconformities – Section 401 Nonconforming Lots; under C. - add 1. For riparian lots on Gun Lake, the minimum side yard setback shall not be less than 5 feet. Article 5 - General Provisions – Section 514 - Fences - under A. (2) - add a. For riparian lots on Gun Lake, no portion of the fence shall be located closer than 30 feet to the water’s edge; provided, however, that chain link fencing may extend to within 10 feet of the water’s edge. Article 10 - Recreational Lakes – Section 1002 – Special Land Uses – Delete – “Convenience Store” and Add - “Adult Foster Care, subject to Section 2307” Section 1005 – District Regulations – add the following: 4. Maximum Building Height add... “which, shall exceed a height of 45 feet, except those parcels that meet the conditions of subsection 4(a),...” a. For riparian lots on Gun Lake, the maximum height of livable floor space shall not exceed 30 feet from the main floor grade to the finished floor. 5. Minimum Building Setbacks – b. add – 1. For riparian lots on Gun Lake, the front setback shall be 10 feet or the average setback of existing structures within 300 feet of the proposed structure. e. add – 1. For riparian lots on Gun Lake, each structure shall have a setback of 25 feet or the average of setback of the existing structures within 150 feet of the proposed structure. 7. Minimum Lot Coverage - add a. For riparian lots on Gun Lake, the maximum amount of impervious surface on a lot shall be 40 percent. Interested persons desiring to present their views on the proposed amendments, either verbally or in writing will be given the opportunity to be heard at the above mentioned time and place. Any written response may be mailed to the address listed below, faxed to (269) 948-4820, or email to: imcmanus@barrycounty.org. The proposed amendments of the Barry County Zoning Ordinance are available for public inspection at the Barry County Planning Office, 220 W. State St., Hastings, Michigan 49058, between the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed between 12-1 p.m.) Monday through Friday. Please call the Barry County Planning Office at (269) 945-1290 for further information. The County of Barry will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon ten (10) days notice to the County of Barry. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the County of Barry by writing or call the following: Michael brown, County Administrator, 220 W. State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 (269) 945-1284. 77548234 Pamela A. Jarvis, Barry County Clerk FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on May 18, 2005 by Cabro Partners, LLC, Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on May 23, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1146876. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Four Hundred Forty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Twenty and 37/100 Dollars ($445,420.37), including interest at 7.0% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, August 26, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Parcel 8: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of said Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road and the true point of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 353.00 feet to the Northerly right of way line of Enterprise Drive; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 207 feet along said Northerly line; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 400.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 163.51 feet; thence South 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds East, 63.92 feet to the point of beginning. EXCEPT: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road; thence along said Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 328.50 feet to the true point of beginning; thence continuing along the Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 24.50 feet to the North right-of-way line of Enterprise Drive; thence along said North right-of-way line of Enterprise Drive North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 23.16 feet; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 17.33 feet; thence North 38 degrees 03 minutes 12 seconds East, 9.10 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 17.58 feet to the point of beginning. Tax Parcel No: 55-265-028-00; More commonly known as 1135 Enterprise Drive, Hastings, Michigan. The redemption period shall be six months from the date of the sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank /s/ Rachel J. Foster Dated: July 20, 2010 By: Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 77547732 269-226-2982 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on May 18, 2005 by James E. Brown, not personally but as trustee on behalf of the James E. Brown Trust, Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on May 24, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1146984. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Three and 19/100 Dollars ($199,343.19), including interest at 7.0% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, August 26, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Parcel 2: Commencing at the center post of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan and running thence North 89° 30’ West 352 feet more or less along the East-West 1/4 line of said section to a point distant South 89° 30’ East 425 feet from the East line of Highway M-37; thence South 00° 11’ East 60 feet parallel with the East line of Highway M-37 to the true place of beginning; thence South 00° 11’ East 385 feet; thence North 89° 30’ West 275 feet; thence North 00° 11’ West 85 feet; thence South 89° 30’ East 25 feet; thence North 00° 11’ West 300 feet; thence South 89° 30’ East 250 feet to the place of beginning. Together with others and easement 60 feet in width for ingress and egress, the South line of which is coincident with the North line of above described parcel, and extending from the East line of Highway M-37 to the East line of above described parcel. P.P. #08-06-020-025-40 More commonly known as 450 Meadow Run, Hastings, Michigan The redemption period shall be six months from the date of the sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank Dated: July 20, 2010 By: Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 77547738 269-226-2982 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Dennis A Rodgers and Karen S Rodgers, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Polaris Home Funding Corp., Mortgagee, dated November 13, 2007 and recorded November 20, 2007 in Instrument #20071120-0004434 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, by assignment dated June 30, 2010 and recorded July 6, 2010 in Instrument # 201007060006387 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eighteen Thousand One Hundred Six Dollars and Fifty-Two Cents ($218,106.52) including interest 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on August 19, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 8, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, Woodland Township, Barry County, Michigan; distant North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, 220.00 feet from the South one quarter post of said Section 8; thence North 00 degrees 51 minutes 13 seconds East, 262.30 feet parallel with the North-South one quarter line of said Section 8; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, 328.92 feet; thence South 02 degrees 22 minutes 27 seconds West, 262.50 feet; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, 335.89 feet along said South line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Southerly 33 feet thereof and any other easements or restrictions of record. Commonly known as 6345 Jordan Rd, Woodland MI 48897 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 7/22/2010 BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77547768 Our File No: 10-26049 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dean A. Hughes and Heidi M. Hughes, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 23, 2001, and recorded on October 31, 2001 in instrument 1069009, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Five Hundred Forty-Three And 40/100 Dollars ($109,543.40), including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, distant North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 722.94 feet from the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 11; thence North 05 degrees 26 minutes 26 seconds West 286.50 feet along the centerline of Cobb Road; thence South 89 degrees 11 minutes 20 seconds East 688.65 feet to the Northwest corner of Lot 103 of the Plat of Fair Lake Park Annex, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 4 of Plats, on Page 63; thence South 03 degrees 48 minutes 42 seconds East 175.21 feet along the Westerly line of said plat; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 27 seconds West 26.80 feet to the Northwest corner of Lot 100 of said plat; thence South 03 degrees 43 minutes 33 seconds East 100.94 feet to the Southwest corner of Lot 99 of said plat; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 652.81 feet along the South line of Section 11 to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for ingress and egress over the Southerly 66 feet thereof. Also subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Westerly 33 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 5, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548184 File #081567F02 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by THOMAS BURGESS, 6508 Pleasant Valley Drive, Byron Center, Michigan 49315, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated May 9, 2007, recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on June 13, 2007, Document Number 1181674, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of July 15, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Twenty Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Nine and 36/100 Dollars ($129,839.36), together with interest at 7.5000% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mort-gage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, August 12, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to the Circuit Courthouse, 220 W. State Street, City of Hastings, County of Barry, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 12747 Whispering Pines Drive #15,Wayland, Michigan 49348 PP#: 08-16-370-015-00 UNIT(S) 15, WHISPERING PINES CONDOMINIUMS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED THEREOF AS RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1161320, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, BEING BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 46. TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN GENERAL COMMON ELEMENTS AND LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SAID MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978, AS AMENDED. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: July 15, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 06721085 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 �Page 14 — Thursday, August 5, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Johnson, a single man and Brenda Teesdale, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 4, 2005 and recorded November 8, 2005 in Instrument Number 1155894, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-Nine and 50/100 Dollars ($115,779.50) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 19, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West one fourth of the West one half of the Northeast one fourth of Section 36, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, lying North and Easterly of the highway The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 22, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5105 ASAP# 3657112 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010, 77547712 08/05/2010, 08/12/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Charles R Palasek and Mandi Palasek, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 229 Stadium Dr, Middleville, MI 49333-9036. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 30, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 30, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 5, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548175 File # 335365F01 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Victor N. Braendle and Debra L. Braendle, husband and wife have defaulted on a Mortgage for the real property known as: 624 North Boltwood, Hastings, MI 49058 This Notice is to inform you that you have the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage serv¬icer. Kenneth Scheller has been designated by them as the person to con¬tact who has authority to determine your eligibility for a mortgage modification. Debra L. Braendle and Victor N. Braendle may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michi¬gan State Housing Development Author¬ity's (MSHDA) website at www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at (866) 946-7432. That if Debra L. Braendle and Victor N. Braendle request a meeting with the person designated above, within 14 days, foreclosure proceedings will not commence until 90 days after the date a notice was mailed to them. That if Debra L. Braendle and Victor N. Braendle and the designated person reach an agreement to modify the mort¬gage loan, the mortgage will not be fore¬closed if Debra L. Braendle and Victor N. Braendle abide by the terms of the agreement. Debra L. Braendle and Victor N. Braendle have the right to contact an attor¬ney. You may contact the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer referral service (800) 968-0738. Dated: August 5, 2010 By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 WWR# 10043902 77548283 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott A. Davis, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Member First Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2005, and recorded on October 6, 2005 in instrument 1153986, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Community West Credit Union as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Thirteen And 41/100 Dollars ($98,913.41), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 26, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 106 of Middleville Downs Addition #5, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 43 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547924 File #249201F04 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ami D. Winkler, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 25, 2008 and recorded September 26, 2008 in Instrument Number 20080926-0009541, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Two and 57/100 Dollars ($95,752.57) including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 12, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West one-half of Lots 1176 and 1177, except the North 20 feet of the West one-half of Lot 1177 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber A of Plats, Page 1 of Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 15, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.8370 ASAP# 3644429 07/15/2010, 07/22/2010, 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010 77547688 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Norman Jackson Jr. and Hilda A. Jackson, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 2820 W State Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-8911. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from July 30, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after July 30, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 5, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548202 File # 335647F01 Need wedding invitations? Check out the large selection at J-Ad Graphics Printing Plus 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings just north of city limits Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian C Austin and Tanya M Austin, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 21, 2006, and recorded on January 3, 2007 in instrument 1174583, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Eight Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-Four And 47/100 Dollars ($128,554.47), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of the Southeast quarter of the Northwest quarter of Section 25, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, thence South along the East line of said Southeast quarter of the Northwest quarter, 331 feet, thence West 277 feet, thence North 160 feet, thence West 207 feet, thence North 171 feet to the North line of said Southeast quarter of the Northwest quarter, thence East along said North line 484 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06721433 File #329184F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ricardo J. Rodriguez and Kimberly A. BentonRodriguez, husband and wife, to First Alliance Mortgage Company, a Michigan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 11, 1999 and recorded August 23, 1999 in Instrument Number 1034263, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, formerly known as LaSalle National Bank, in its capacity as indenture trustee under that certain Sale and Servicing Agreement dated September 1, 1999 among AFC Trust Series 19993, as Issuer, Superior Bank FSB, as Seller and Servicer, and LaSalle Bank National Association, as Indenture Trustee, AFC Mortgage Loan Asset Backed Notes, Series 1999-3 and any amendments thereto by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred ThirtyOne Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Three and 99/100 Dollars ($131,573.99) including interest at 13.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 26, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the North one-quarter post of Section 33, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, thence South 1863.6 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes West 1320 feet to the place of beginning; thence North 157.2 feet; thence South 80 degrees 22 minutes West 115 feet; thence South 12 degrees 30 minutes East 186.3 feet; thence North 58 degrees 56 minutes East 85.24 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 29, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248502-1400 File No. 199.2404 ASAP# 3666965 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010, 08/12/2010, 08/19/2010 POLICE BEAT Obscenities turn into weapon charge A domestic argument was reported to Hastings City Police Aug. 2. Responding to the 400 block of South Hanover Street, officers made contact with Alex Martinez, 47, of Hastings. According to officers, Martinez allegedly appeared intoxicated and starting yelling obscenities. He was asked to refrain, but refused to stop and was placed under arrest for disorderly conduct. After being transported to the Barry County Jail, a large hunting knife was found in his pants and he is now facing additional charges of carrying a concealed weapon. Up a tree Barry County Deputies arrived at 3112 West Dowling Rd. July 25 to present a probation violation warrant to Robert Samuel Bussick, 39, of Delton. The suspect ran away from the residence. Sheriff K-9, Gina, established a trail from the residence and tracked Bussick across Lammers Road and then east to Little Cedar Lake Drive. The trail continued into a nearby swamp where Bussick was cornered 20 feet up a tree. The suspect was taken into custody without incident. Special relations turn into gun fire Sheriff Deputies responded on July 25 to a suspicious person complaint from a residence at 1851 East Hickory Road, Battle Creek. The complainant heard someone on her front porch and fired a gun to scare the person away. The suspect did leave, soon returned, but appeared to have gone when deputies arrived. A sheriff’s department tracking dog, Gina, was utilized to pick up a scent on the residence’s driveway where the trail soon led to William Lawrence Hammond, crouching in the dark beside the deck stairs. When questioned, Hammond stated that he was having ongoing special relations with the complainant. She responded by saying he had not called or set a time to meet, and she wanted him to leave. Hammond was advised not to return or be arrested for trespassing. Alcohol appears to be involved. Laptop paid for after the act Barry County Deputies investigated a reported theft July 11 at 6965 Ackers Point Drive in Delton. According to the complainant, he came home to find a laptop computer, $300 cash, medication, a cell phone and video game equipment missing from his home. Several suspects were questioned, and restitution was made for the stolen laptop. No criminal charges were pressed, but civil charges are considered. Hastings woman OK after accident July 29, Hastings City Police responded to a vehicle accident at the intersection of North Broadway and Woodlawn Avenue. According to officers, the accident occurred when Jennifer Yonker of Hastings, 39, was southbound and turned east into the path of northbound Brooke Koons, 22, also of Hastings. Yonker was transported to Pennock Hospital by Mercy Ambulance, treated and released. U.F.O. lands woman in jail Sheriff deputies were called to a home at 1050-1/2 Ferris Road in Bedford to investigate a domestic dispute. The officers were met at the door by David Daniel Smith, 49, who had apparently just washed his hair and was wearing a hat. The caller, Judith Anastasia Smith, 37, was not seen and he told officers she was sleeping. When Judith Smith was questioned about her 911 call, she explained they were drinking, had an argument, and she threw something at him. The object hit her husband in the head, he fell, and was bleeding. She “freaked” and called 911. She could not remember what object was thrown. A breathalyzer test was administered to Judith Smith which registered as .070%. She was arrested, handcuffed and taken to the Barry County Jail. David Smith refused medical treatment. The case has been forwarded to the Barry County Prosecutor’s Office for review. Hitchhiker wanted in Plainwell Responding to a report of hitchhikers, Barry County Sheriff’s deputies made contact with two male subjects on July 14, along M-179 at Irving Road near Yankee Springs. After identification, Kenneth Dale Kelley, 19, of Delton, was arrested for a warrant out of Plainwell for failure to pay a $481 bond. The case is closed by arrest. Recurrent crop damage A Barry County deputy investigated crop damage July 8 at 15335 Wing Road in Bellevue. The complainant said her wheat had been damaged from a vehicle spinning in circles throughout the field. She also reported the same type of damage last year. The deputy could not find any legible tire impressions, and the case is closed pending further information. Wardrobe reappears at local store A burglary was reported on July 28 at a storage facility on West Cloverdale Road. When the deputy arrived, the door to Unit 4 was wide open and boxes were scattered about. The door had been forced. The victim said there were several dresses missing. She later saw one of the dresses at the Hastings Goodwill store. The store cooperated fully with the investigation and the case is closed pending updates. Out the back window Several power tools were reported missing from a 1988 red Chevy pickup on July 28. The victim told a Barry County Sheriff’s deputy he had left his truck parked at the Long Lake Public Access. He returned to discover a DeWalt hammer drill, impact drill, Blue Point ratchet set and a Snap-On multi-tool, plus prescription medication and $2 in change were gone. He stated he had left the truck’s sliding back window open. No suspects have been identified. Bloody bicycle discovered Michigan State Police responded, July 30 to a report of a bicycle and blood found on the side of Lacey Road in Bellevue. Upon investigation, skid marks showed a vehicle had recently left the road in the same area, doing damage to the grassy shoulder. A blood trail was also found leading from the bicycle, down the road for several hundred feet. Barry County Sheriff deputies assisted troopers with the help of Gina, a tracking dog from the K9 Unit. The canine led officers to a residence on nearby Case Road where they made contact with a male subject with blood on his head, hands and clothing. When asked about the blood, he denied any knowledge of the bicycle, but then changed his story. He explained he had fallen off the bike, cut his head and then abandoned the bike to walk home. Alcohol was involved. State Police troopers said the vehicle skid marks leaving the road were not related. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 5, 2010 — Page 15 Time winding down to sign up for Summerfest sports a.m. Aug. 28. Weight-in begins at 9:30 a.m. There will be five weight classes in each event. The cost to enter is $5. Contact Ben Bowman at (269) 83o8-0979 for more info. The First Baptist Church will once again host 4-on-4 co-ed sand volleyball and 5-on-5 roller hockey. Contact Jody Swift at (269) 945-4855 to sign-up teams for the volleyball tournament, which will begin at 9 a.m. Aug. 28. The cost to play is $5 per person. Entries are due by Aug. 20. Contact Amy Olsen at (269) 945-2884 to participate in the roller hockey tournament. Saxons start practice next week The fall sports season begins Monday for the Hastings Saxons, with the opening of varsity, freshmen, and junior varsity football practices. The remainder of the high school sports open their preseason Wednesday. Due to a generous donation, there will be no Pay to Participate fees again this year. Athletes must still have a physical form on file in the high school office to participate in practices. Those interested in participating in varsity football should meet at the field house at Baum Stadium beginning at 7:30 a.m. Freshmen and JV players are asked to meet at 8:30 a.m. Contact varsity coach Fred Rademacher at (616) 648-8849 for more information. Girls’ golf practice begins Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at the Hastings Country Club. Contact coach Bruce Krueger for more information at (269) 948-2383. Volleyball tryouts begin Wednesday in the high school gymnasium. The varsity team will meet from 8:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Freshmen and JV tryouts run from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. All three levels will meet from 6 to 8 that evening too. Contact varsity coach Gina McMahon for more information at (269) 953-6914. The cross country team’s team camp begins Aug. 11 at 8:30 a.m. Contact coach Steve Collins for more information at (269) 804-7156. The first girls’ swimming and diving practice will be held Wednesday at the Community Education and Recreation Center in Hastings from 3:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. Contact coach Carl Schoessel for more information at (269) 838-8407. Boys’ tennis practice will be held at the high school tennis courts beginning Wednesday, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Contact coach Ed von der Hoff for more information at (269) 908-2965. Pierce Field behind the high school will host the first boys’ soccer practice of the season, Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Contact coach Ben Conklin for more information at (269) 838-1165. 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Phone GET MORE NEWS! Sub(269)945-9554. scribe to the Hastings Banner. Only $35 per year in Barry County. Phone (269)945-9554. The event also starts at 9 a.m. Aug. 28. There will be three age divisions, one for first through third graders, one for fourth through sixth graders, and one for seventh through ninth graders. Grader are those for the 20092010 school year. The cost to participate is $30 per team, and entries and money are due by Aug. 20. The Jim Jensen Memorial 3-on-3 Basketball tournament will be held at Tyden Park Aug. 28. Contact Brett Bremer at (269) 945-9554 for more information. The cost for three or four-person teams to participate is $25. Entries are due by Aug. 20. Teams that have registered can begin checking in at 8:30 a.m., and games will start around 9:30 a.m. The 10K-5K run will begin at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, along with the 5K walk. Contact Jamie VerStrate for more information at (269) 948-3139. For those who submit entries by Aug. 20 the cost is $20. The cost is $25 beginning Aug. 21. Registration can be done online at www.classicrace.com. There will also be a free fun run beginning in the Hastings Middle School parking lot Saturday at 9:45 a.m. A tennis tournament will be held at Hastings High School, beginning at 5 p.m. Aug. 27. The tournament will restart Aug. 28 at 8 a.m. and then again Aug. 29 at 10 a.m. There will be singles, doubles and mixed doubles competitions in 12-18, 19-35, and 36and-up age divisions. Contact Lissie Letot at (269) 623-4546 or Pattie LaJoye at (269) 9459766. The Hastings Football Club is sponsoring a 3-on-3 Soccer Classic at Fish Hatchery Park beginning at 9 a.m. Aug. 28. There will be boys’ U8, U10, U12, and U14 competitions, and girls’ U8, U10, U12, U14, and high school competitions. The cost is $60 per team (of up to five players) if received by July 31. The cost is $75 after July 31. Registration ends Aug. 13. Registration forms and rules are available online at www.hastingsfc.com contact Sarah at (616) 706-1151 for more information or e-mail them to hastingsfc49058@yahoo.com. River Bend Golf Course will host the Hastings Athletic Boosters annual Buzz Youngs Legends Golf Classic Aug. 7. Jack Longstreet has been named the 2010 Legend, and Gordon Ironside has been named the 2010 Fan of the Year. Both will be honored during the event. The four-person scramble beings with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. The cost to participate is $75 per person, and that pays for greens fees for 18 holes of golf, a shared power cart, and dinner. Funds raised got to help the athletic boosters purchase new equipment, uniforms, and make facility improvements for the Hastings Middle School and High School athletic programs. The funds also provide many rewards for athletes, including two scholarships which are awarded annually. Along with the cash prizes of $500 and $300 for the top two teams and blind draws for $100 each for two other teams, there will be closest to the pin, long drive, most accurate drive, 50/50 closest to, skins game competitions, and raffles. Players may sign-up as a foursome or contact organizers to be paired up with others. To sign-up contact Karla Hayden at (269) 948-4679 or by e-mail at hastingsathleticboosters@gmail.com. Blue Bombers win title at Byron Center tournament The U16 Lakewood Blue Bombers have competed in two tournaments so far this summer, reaching the quarterfinals once and scoring a championship in the other. The Bombers won the Byron Center Fastpitch Classic with wins over Byron Center, Kelloggsville and Pine River July 23. On July 9, 10 and 11 at the Twilight Summer Slam in Jackson, the Bombers made it to the quarter finals before losing to the Detroit Fighters 5-4. TYDEN PARK • The Bombers will play next in the Lakeshore Storm Tournament on August 6, 7 and 8 in Holland. Members of the 2010 Team are Lexie Spetoskey, Sarah Hendrickson, Britteny Hilley, Jessica Salazar, Tiffani Ackerson, Beth Tingley, Brooke Wieland, Derrica Desgranges, Danica Desgranges, Liz Campeau, Ashleigh Babcock, Brooke Stephens, Chantel Johnston with coaches Steve Spetoskey, Brent Hilley and Jeff Campeau. SATURDAY AUG. 28TH Freeport Fastpitch Standings $ Freeport Fastpitch Standings Monday Mentor/Novice #2 Nine-Kasof 9-1 #5 Glenn's Gas & Welding Supplies 7-3 #1 Hastings Merchants 7-3 #4 Thornapple Clean-Up 4-6 #3 Freeport Independents 2-8 #6 Freport Milling 1-9 Wednesday D/E League #1 Hastings Merchants 6-1 #7 Munn Manufacturing 5-1-1 #2 Nine-Kasof 5-3 #8 Lohrberg Sales 4-3 #4 Thornapple Clean-Up 3-5 #6 Freport Milling 2-4-1 #3 Freeport Independants 0-8 Friday Co-Ed #1 Thunder/2J’s/Shamrock 10-0 #3 Fedewa Inc. 5-5 #2 Pioneer Seeds 4-6 #4 Hastings Mutual 0-10 COST… 25 per team of 3 or 4 players Entries must be to the Chamber by Friday, Aug. 20th CHECK IN… 8:30 AM Make checks payable to Hastings Summerfest 2010 Pick up T-shirts at this time TIP OFF… 9:30 AM Boys & Girls (Ages 12-14) Team Name ____________________ Boys & Girls (Ages 15-17) Men & Women (Ages 18-25) Men & Women (Ages 26 & up) Age brackets subject to change based on participation Team Captain___________________________________ Age _______ Send Entries to… Phone # __________________________ Team Members 77547423 Registration is currently open for the annual Hastings Summerfest sporting events. Summerfest will be held Aug. 27, 28 and 29 in Hastings. There is room for 12 teams, and the first teams to sign-up will get to play, in the annual softball tournament at Fish Hatchery Park. The cost to participate is $175 per team. Contact Aaron Snyder at (269) 838-8986 to get registered. The annual bench press and deadlift weight lifting competitions will be held downtown by Hastings City Bank beginning at 10:30 Buzz Youngs Legends Golf Classic Aug. 7 at River Bend Age Age ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ Please fill out form completely TYDEN PARK • Barry County Chamber of Commerce 221 W. State Street Hastings, MI 49058 Questions ??… Call (269) 948-3025 SATURDAY AUG. 28TH Farm EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: 77543023 MAPLE VALLEY IMPLEMENT, INC. 735 E. Sherman Street, Nashville 517-852-1910 77548212 All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. www.mvimplement.com �Page 16 — Thursday, August 5, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Rozema shares signature and skills in Hastings by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Dave Rozema’s visit to Bob’s Gun and Tackle in Hastings was a big hit Saturday afternoon for both sports fans and for the YMCA of Barry County. Rozema, the 1977 Rookie of the Year and a member of the 1984 World Champion Tigers’ team, signed autographs from noon until well past the 2 p.m. deadline which was originally Former Detroit Tigers’ pitcher Dave Rozema shows youngsters how to throw a cutter during the baseball clinic he held in Hastings Saturday afternoon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Matt Lipstraw (left) and Ryan Rose from the YMCA of Barry County show off about half of the used sports items which were donated during Dave Rozema’s visit to Bob’s Gun & Tackle Saturday afternoon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) scheduled. “Do the best you can in everything,” Rozema told one young fan as he signed a photograph for him, “school work, baseball, cutting the lawn, fishing.” Rozema signed multiple autographs on baseballs, photos, hats, and other baseball memorabilia for many of those how crowded into Bob’s Gun & Tackle for the event and also took the time to share advice and stories. There was even a large chocolate birthday cake for Rozema, who turned 54 Aug. 5. “A lot of people have been coming through, 30 or 40 an hour have probably been in line,” said YMCA of Barry County program director Ryan Rose. Rose and Matt Lipstraw from the YMCA of Barry County collected two barrels full of used sporting equipment. “We’ll use it for our sports programs when we can,” Rose said. “The soccer balls, the basketballs, will get used for our youth sports programs. Those that we can’t use will go to families that need them.” There weren’t just soccer balls and basketballs pouring out of the large red Winchester ammunition barrels. They were also filled with baseball gloves, golf balls and tees, Former Detroit Tigers’ pitcher Dave Rozema (right) passes off an autographed picture to Brody Wiersma during his visit to Bob’s Gun & Tackle in Hastings Saturday afternoon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) hockey sticks, baseball bats, tennis rackets, racquetball rackets, even a motor sports helmet and a small yellow skateboard. A baseball was even borrowed out of the pile for some youngsters to use to warm up before the short clinic held by Rozema outside after the autograph session. Rozema started by talking about pitching, and taught how to throw a number of pitches including four-seam and two-seam fast balls, a cutter, a circle change, and even a curve ball. Although, as he was talking about the curve ball he did realize that most of the youngsters at the clinic were a bit too young to be trying to throw that type of pitch yet. “A pitcher has got to be mean,” Rozema said. “We can be nice after the game.” Rozema then took a little time to talk about hitting and fielding, before turning back to pitching. The kids got the chance to throw pitches, and get critiqued on their form by Rozema. Collins moving up to varsity by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Steve Collins loves running. He’ll share that love with anyone. For the last ten years in the fall, he’s been sharing it with middle school students in Hastings. This fall, he’ll be sharing it with high school runners. Collins, who had coached the Hastings Middle School boys’ and girls’ cross country teams since their inception in 2000, will be taking over the varsity boys’ and girls’ programs this fall. “He’s been doing a lot of stuff this summer with the kids,” said Hastings athletic director Mike Goggins. “He’s doing a really good job already.” On any given morning this summer an average of seven or eight, and even as many as 14, runners have gathered at Collins’ home in Hastings for a run. “I’ve been having the kids meet at my house and we go out for a run in the morning. I’m trying to develop a summer running pro- gram, not just for the kids,” Collins said. “If some of the former runners want to come back and run with us too, that’s great.” Middle school programs and summer programs are what lead to high school success. Collins has also taken runners to compete in a number of events this summer including the Breaking Barriers 5K in Hastings, the Cheetah Chase at Binder Park Zoo, the Cereal City 5K in Battle Creek, the Kalamazoo Classic, and to the race at the Venetian Festival in St. Joseph. “I love running. I want to share it with the kids,” Collins said. “I run with the kids. All those races, I’ve done as well. I’d like to get more kids out. I know cross country in the recent past, before Jamie (Dixon), sometimes we couldn’t even field a team of five kids. With 1,000 kids in the high school, don’t tell me you can’t get five kids out.” Collins’ skills as a recruiter are a big part of why the school chose him to take over the high school program. “I knew he’d done a really good job with the middle school team,” Goggins said. “He’s a real good recruiter. His numbers have always been outstanding at the middle school. He always had 30 or 40 kids running at the middle school. Hopefully, he can continue that at the high school.” It’s not 30 or 40, but 13 high school runners (six boys and seven girls) will be heading with Collins to the team camp at the 44th Parallel Cross Country Camp in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Collins said there will also be some high school runners who won’t be attending the team camp working out back here in Hastings beginning next week. Wednesday is the first day high school teams across the state are allowed to being practice. Collins is entering his 20th year teaching in the Hastings school district. He taught for 16 years at the middle school, and is entering his fourth year at the high school where he’s taught math and science. Dream of Lakewood soccer complex becomes reality 04542868 The Lakewood Soccer Club got some good news recently, as it has been approved to build a new soccer complex at Lakewood High School. More good news came on the same day, as the club learned it had won $1,000 in the latest Sunbelt Free Kicks Monthly Club Giveaway, part of a cash rewards program sponsored by the Sunbelt company. Stacey Doran, treasurer of the club, said the money will be applied to its fundraising effort to build the area’s first multi-field soccer complex. The club’s teams currently travel a lot for games, so the new complex will give them a central location in which to play. According to Doran, the day she found out about the club winning the Free Kicks giveaway was the same day it got approval to break ground on the new complex. “That was an exciting day ten years in the making,” she said. “When we formed the club in 2001, we had two goals: To teach kids the game of soccer and to build a complex that would give our players a great place to play. “So, not only were we able to share with our members that we were given permission to move forward with the complex, I also told them about receiving $1,000 from the Sunbelt Free Kicks Program,” Doran added. “Because of all the exciting news, we got two more donations that day. The money will definitely help us build a complex our kids can enjoy for years to come.” Lakewood Soccer Club, which includes about 300 soccer playing youth, has kept its fees the same since it started ten years ago, and only spent what it needed. “We kept the rest with our goal in mind,” Doran said. Lakewood Soccer Club donated $25,000 to build the complex, the varsity coaches donated $1,300, and the club tacked on a donation of $1,000 from the Sunbelt Free Kicks program. Doran, proudly wrote a check based on the Soccer Club board’s approval for $27,300. Lakewood Soccer Club trustee Jeff Doran (from left) treasurer Stacey Doran and Lakewood High School athletic director Wayne Piercefield with the check from the club for $27,300 which will begin the construction of a soccer complex at Lakewood High School. “What a great feeling to finally get to the point of seeing the dream we had many years ago come true,” Doran said. The new complex will be located northwest of the high school, by the new tennis courts. It will take a few years to be completed. Participants in the Sunbelt Free Kicks program earn cash for their soccer clubs by going online and entering codes located on the box tops of Sunbelt snacks. In addition to the money clubs earn from entering the codes, they are also automatically entered into the $1,000 monthly drawings, with a chance to also win the program’s $2,500 drawing in August. For Doran, who is also the junior varsity boys’ soccer coach at Lakewood High School, collecting and entering codes was a real team effort. “Jan Yonkers, our school’s food service coordinator, sells Sunbelt granola bars in our snack bar. So she’d give me between 40 to 75 box tops a week to help with our fundraising. It’s funny, she said maybe you’ll win the $1,000 giveaway too, and we did.” “We started the Free Kicks program to give US Youth Soccer clubs a way to earn cash to support the continued growth of soccer across the country,” said Jeff Badger, brand manager of Sunbelt. “So it’s exciting to hear the money Lakewood Soccer Club has earned by entering codes and winning the monthly giveaway will be put to such good use. Sunbelt’s focus on nutritious snacks and physical fitness are cornerstones of the brand, and seeing that reinforced though our sponsorship of US Youth Soccer is wonderful.” � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-08-12.pdf 4b9a10f9ba3499fcca09a9ed2486cf65 PDF Text Text Green Gables wins at charity golf classic Candidates need to articulate vision Lions and Panthers prep to open up in Kalamazoo See Story on Page 3 See Guest Editorial on Page 5 See Story on Page 18 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 32 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, August 12, 2010 Hastings City Council holds NEWS medical marijuana workshop BRIEFS Mix of music will wrap up Riverbank series The final concerts of the summer series at Stagecoach Park in downtown Middleville will wrap up the next three Fridays. Tomorrow, Aug. 13, local residents who comprise Blue Water Ramblers will perform their extensive musical styles. The Nowhere Band, a Beatles tribute group that includes local musicians, will perform Aug. 20. And on Aug. 27, Gun Lake Community Church groups will bring their music to the outdoor stage. The Friday Riverbank concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. at the park next to the river. All concerts are sponsored by the Middleville Downtown Development Authority. In case of bad weather, concerts will be held in the Middleville United Methodist Church at the corner of Main and Church streets. For more information about the Riverbank series, call 269-795-3385. Kindergarten schedule changing for Hastings Area Schools Hastings Area Schools has changed its kindergarten schedule. Starting this year, kindergarten students will attend class all day on alternate days — Mondays and Wednesdays, or Tuesdays and Thursdays — plus all day on alternate Fridays. Kindergarten students formerly attended a half day of school each Friday. However, the district has changed the schedule in an attempt to reduce the cost of busing and to make it easier for parents to arrange child care. Parents with children enrolled in kindergarten in Hastings Area Schools will be receiving information in the mail about their children’s schedules for the 2010-11 school year. They are asked to read the information carefully and direct any questions to their children’s school for more information. Otis Sanctuary offering night of star gazing Michigan Audubon is offering the opportunity to watch shooting stars from the Perseid meteor shower away from the city lights at the Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary Saturday, Aug. 14. Volunteer naturalist Greg Nelson will lead participants to the best location at the sanctuary to star-gaze, beginning at 8:30 p.m. A telescope will be set up to help with seeing stars and planets and Nelson will point out summer constellations. The program will last until 10 p.m. Participants should meet at the sanctuary’s red barn at 8:30 p.m. Insect repellent is recommended, along with long pants, good walking shoes and a light jacket. Participants should bring with them a blanket to lie on, binoculars, a flashlight and a constellation chart, if available. This program will be canceled in the event of rain. Registration for this program is requested. The program fee is $2 per person (age 12 and under free); Michigan Audubon members may attend for free. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration before 5 p.m. Aug. 13 can be made by calling 517-886-9144 or sending a message via e-mail to Wendy@michiganaudubon.org. For more information, call Otis Sanctuary at 269-948-5777. The sanctuary is located at 3560 Havens Road, seven miles southwest of Hastings. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Jeff Sluggett, an attorney for the City of Hastings, gave a presentation about medical marijuana and how other municipalities around the state are dealing with zoning and regulation issues that have arisen since voters passed the Michigan Medical Marijuana Act in November 2008. The presentation was part of a workshop meeting that preceded the regular city council meeting. “The Michigan Medical Marijuana Act was approved in 2008 and went into effect in December 2008 ... Why are we only now addressing some of these issues?” asked Sluggett. “I think the simple and honest answer is no one really knew what form this act was going to take. Not in terms of what the act said, but how communities and the state were going to react to it and how the medical marijuana community was going to react to it. It is very much a work in progress.” Last month, the city approved a moratorium on issuance of city permits, licenses or approvals for the sale or dispensation of medical marijuana. It is meant as a temporary measure to allow city officials the opportunity to research and create possible amendments to existing city code, which would allow the city to establish reasonable regulations governing the sale and dispensation of medical marijuana in a manner that would protect public health, safety and welfare. In his presentation, Sluggett identified what he called “principal approaches” to addressing the issues surrounding medical marijuana used by various communities. “I am not a strong supporter of adopting ordinances that you don’t intend to enforce; I think that sets bad precedent.” – Jeff Sluggett, city attorney Sluggett said the Michigan Marijuana Act permits a “qualified” patient to register with the State of Michigan. In order to do so, a patient would need certification from his or her doctor stating that they have one of the documented ailments that would benefit from the use of medical marijuana. The patient would then submit an application to the state and receive a medical marijuana registry See WORKSHOP, page 8 County commission approves Animal Shelter advisory board by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer After weeks of discussion, the Barry County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a motion Tuesday to establish an advisory board for Barry County Animal Control, which is under the direction of the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. The advisory board’s goal will be to advise the county board and Animal Control department on matters regarding improvement of services to citizens and the quality of life for animals in the shelter. Barry County Administrator Michael Brown said it is possible the advisory board could be in place as early as mid-September. During its next regular meeting, slated for 9 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 17, the commissioners will meet as a committee of the whole and will discuss the composition of the advisory board. That recommendation will then be voted on by the board at its next regular meeting. In previous discussions, it was proposed that the advisory board be composed of 11, including four members of the community at large, and one each from the following areas within the county: Animal Control, the county board, a kennel operator, an animal rescue operator, a Barry County Humane Society member and a veterinarian. “After they talk with the Sheriff [Dar Leaf] during the next committee of the whole and determine the composition of the board, then we will advertise for non-governmental board candidates,” said Brown. “We will follow the county board’s committee appointment process. After running an ad for the positions for two weeks and allowing a week for peo- ple to get their applications in, we could be in position to conduct interviews during the following board meeting.” An advisory board for Animal Control was first proposed by Barry County Board of Commissioners Chair Robert Houtman during the May 18 committee meeting. At that time, Leaf said he did not want a situation where his Animal Control officers would be “micro-managed” by an advisory committee or the county board. He added that he should have the final say on who sits on the advisory board. The agenda of Tuesday’s meeting originally called for the board to consider an amendment to the Animal Control ordinance reassigning responsibility for Barry County Animal Control from the sheriff’s department to a stand-alone department under the direction of an advisory board and director. The proposed ordinance amendment was changed after a presentation from Brown and discussion among the commissioners. The assignment of responsibility for Animal Control was first proposed during the July 27 county board meeting, and the decision was postponed until Tuesday’s meeting to allow more time to research the cost of that option. As discussion on the proposed amendment was opened, Brown presented results of his research into the cost of contracting out the services of the animal shelter. Brown said he sent out a group e-mail and received responses from approximately 15 counties around the state regarding how their animal control programs are run. Of the 15 counties that responded, Brown said three do not contract out the service, two are exploring the option, New St. Rose priest at home in the kitchen and at the altar by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Before the Rev. Richard Altine was officially installed Monday evening as the priest of St. Rose of Lima Parish by the Most Rev. Paul J. Bradley, bishop of the Diocese of Kalamazoo, Altine personally prepared dinner for the bishop and other special guests. Altine acquired the love of cooking from his father and has used his culinary skills to help pay college expenses and help his family after his father’s death. He continues to enjoy cooking and has prepared a meal, with some help, for as many as 500. Next year, St. Rose parishioners can expect their new priest to prepare a Seder Supper, which is the traditional Jewish Passover meal during Holy Week, including lamb “that lamb haters have been known to eat because of my recipe for leg of lamb,” Altine said. “It’s all part of getting back to our roots ... Jesus was Hastings hires new assistant superintendent See BOARD, page 10 Millage approval ensures ‘high quality’ 911 service Barry County voters approved a millage renewal to help fund operation of the county wide 911 emergency telephone and central dispatch system by a 62.65 percent margin in last week’s primary election. “I am thrilled that the voters approved the millage renewal,” said 911 Director Phyllis Fuller. “It means so much to the dedicated 911 professionals to have the support of the community. The passing of the renewal Father Richard Altine (left) was installed as the priest of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church Monday evening by the Most Rev. Paul J. Bradley, bishop of the Diocese of Kalamazoo. Altine also serves as the priest for St. Cyril’s Catholic Church in Nashville, which is a mission of St. Rose. See inside for the story. ensures that the citizens of Barry County will continue to receive the high-quality 911 service that they deserve.” Voters gave the nod to a maximum .9816 mills through 2014 with a vote of 6,142 to 3,662. Barry County Central Dispatch handles more than 100,000 calls each year, according to its web site. Michelle Falcon Michelle Falcon has been hired as the assistant superintendent for Hastings Area Schools, replacing Mary Vliek, who retired this summer. Falcon is leaving Lakewood where she was curriculum director and principal at Woodland Elementary. She said she is sad to be leaving Lakewood but is looking forward to the progressive programs in Hastings. Hastings Superintendent Rich Satterlee said Falcon is well-qualified and was highly recommended. a Jew. He brought Christianity into the world, but he was a good Jewish boy, just ask his mother. She was a very good Jewish mother.” The highest bidder for a prime rib dinner at next spring’s annual St. Rose School fundraiser auction will be treated to a dinner for 10 people, prepared and served by Altine in the rectory. “I’ll make the prime rib and all the side dishes and bring in special wines and a special dessert and shrimp cocktail for hors d’ oeuvres. I do it for the good of the parish,” said the gregarious Altine. In his service to God, Altine has been a priest for 15 years and before that was involved in administrative service to the Catholic church. His most recent parish was Holy Angels Catholic Church where he served five years in Sturgis. The bishop asked Altine to do a favor for him and leave Sturgis to serve at St. Rose in Hastings, succeeding Father Al Russell, who retired. Altine also serves as the priest for St. Cyril’s Catholic Church in Nashville, which is a mission of St. Rose. Born Aug. 17, 1954 in Colorado Springs, Col., Altine was the second child of Ed and Helen Altine, but the first of their children to survive. His older sister, who was born two years and two days before him, only lived two days. Altine has six younger brothers and sisters. “There are seven of us in a seven yearspan,” he said with laughter. Two of his siblings are twins. His father was in the Army’s intelligence service, stationed at Ft. Carson in Colorado when Altine was born. After his father’s military tenure was over, Altine’s father expected to take over the family farm in central Illinois, but found out his grandfather had sold it. Altine said his six siblings were born in his dad’s hometown of Delavan, Ill. where the family moved after the Army stint. His father was hired at Caterpillar and Altine said, “...He was very proud of his work there and did some very big projects for them.” His father’s next job was at Clark Equipment’s off-road truck division in Benton Harbor where the family lived for a year before moving to Indiana where his father continued to work for Clark and another firm for ab out a total of six years. That’s probably the longest place Altine has ever lived, he said. Sturgis, Mich. was the family’s next destination and the city where they were living when his father died. Nearby White Pigeon was the family’s next home and the place where Altine and all his siblings graduated from high school. He has one sister in the Sturgis-Centreville area, one sister in Mattawan, one sister who divides her time between Three Rivers and the Upper Peninsula, another sister who lives near San Antonio, Tx., a brother who lives in Constantine, and another brother who is retired and lives in the hills of California. See PRIEST, page 16 �Page 2 — Thursday, August 12, 2010 — The Hastings Banner ‘Legacy Ride’ rolls into Hastings, honors veterans by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern Vietnam veterans were honored in the form of the fourth annual Legacy Ride and Car Show, Saturday, Aug. 7, where residents could enjoy the day and praise veterans. The car show, held at the Hastings airport, displayed about 40 cars and motorcycles, along with a few classic planes for guests to enjoy. Cars ranged from a demolition derby vehicle to a classic, 1969 Plymouth. Vendors turned out, as well, providing snacks and souvenirs. The Legacy Ride itself was a motorcycle caravan from the Lansing War Memorial to the Hastings airport. More than 300 motorcycles joined the ride, with about 450 drivers and riders in the entourage. The ride was meant to honor the veterans of the Vietnam War, and allow them to experience the praise and support they may not have received when they originally returned home. “Forty-plus years ago, these servicemen and women answered the call to duty,” said Chief Jerry Sarver of the Hastings Police Department. “Back then, even if you dis- Craig Garret displays his plane at the show. Children stand on the street waving flags for the veterans. About 40 cars were in the show. agreed with serving, there was this thing called the draft. If your number came up in the draft, you had to serve your country or flee to Canada. If you were drafted back then, you were almost guaranteed a ticket to Vietnam. Those who came back alive were received back in several manners. Some were received back gladly by family and friends, while others were picketed against at the airports, spit upon and called many names, including ‘un-American.’ Riders were greeted on the streets with many residents standing on street corners, clapping, yelling, waving flags and generally praising the veterans and the services they provided to America many years ago. Children stood with parents and grandparents generations after the war and were yet in awe of the riders. “I believe that the people of Hastings and this community received these veterans with the fantastic respect and support that was long overdue,” said Sarver. “I heard numerous positive comments while at the airport and about the homecoming reception. The veterans believe that Hastings and its people are great.” An honor guard play “Taps” for the veterans. K Hastings City Bank n ’ i p e e ! l a c o l it Frank Williams, post service officer, enjoys looking around the car show. Local students will have new vocational option this year Barry County’s only local bank has a friendly, knowledgeable staff ready to help you find the products and services that meet your needs. Ask us about our totally free checking account! Our quick switch kit will have you transferring your accounts in no time. Call or stop in today to discover the Hastings City Bank difference! We want to be your bank! 77548534 1-888-422-2280 With the absence of a technology center in Barry County, local high school students have been forced to explore vocational opportunities elsewhere. Providing such opportunities has been discussed locally over the years. The Gilmore Garage Works program at Gilmore Car Museum, which began last year, was a step in the direction of local vocational training. For the 2010-11 school year, another opportunity has been created for students interested in pursuing a career in health care. The Barry Intermediate School District, Kellogg Community College, Pennock Hospital and Thornapple Manor have worked together to create Barry County Health Occupations, which will incorporate taking anatomy and physiology at KCC and experiencing the different fields of health care at Pennock Hospital and Thornapple Manor, as well as some other providers. All Barry County students may take a similar class at tech centers outside of the county, but this is just another option that can be offered to students, said Jeff Jennette, superintendent of Barry ISD. “We are truly fortunate in Barry County to have these three entities willing to work together for the students in our communities,” said Jennette. Students of Delton Kellogg, Hastings, Lakewood, Maple Valley and Thornapple Kellogg who are interested should meet with their high school counselors to make sure they are eligible to take dual-enrollment classes. Students also need to have at least a 2.5 grade point average, a 22 composite score on the ACT, received a “B” or better in high school biology, as well as a recommendation from their respective schools. Students will take anatomy class on Mondays and Wednesdays with a lab on Thursdays from 1 to 3:15 p.m. On Tuesdays, they will visit different areas of health care (nursing, radiology, veterinary, dentistry, pharmacy, rehab, etc.) along with becoming certified in CPR and learning some medical terminology. During the second semester, they will take a physiology class, and after choosing the health care field they would like to pursue, they will be placed in an internship in that area. “It’s no secret that health care is booming and provides exciting career opportunities,” said Tim Sleevi, director of the KCC Fehsenfeld Center. “Participants in this program will not only gain hands-on exposure to various health careers, they will also have an opportunity to complete a college-level anatomy/physiology sequence which is the foundation of virtually every degree program in allied health.” This opportunity provides an option for students who may have difficulty scheduling with their tech centers. “We have students who would rather go to Hastings than Battle Creek for a class, students who would prefer class in the afternoon, and hopefully, they return to Barry County after achieving their degree in a medical field,” said Rick Williams Delton Kellogg High School counselor. This program will allow students to not only achieve college credit in anatomy and physiology, but also gain experience in the health care field; hopefully, this will give them an edge over other applicants when applying for nursing school, medical school or other similar programs, said Jennette. Gene Haas, president of the Hastings Board of Education and member of the Barry County Vocational Committee, summed it up best by saying, “I have been waiting several years for this program and am glad to see that it is finally reality.” �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 12, 2010 — Page 3 Green Gables Haven wins top prize at 2010 charity golf classic Green Gables Haven was the winner of $13,000, after taking the most votes at this year’s 2010 Hastings City Bank Charity Golf Classic. Pictured (from left) are Nate Tagg, Sherry Hill, Erica Enz, Laurie Black from the Barry Community Foundation, Barb Denny, Neil Gardner, Janie Bergeron from Green Gables Haven, Nancy Goodin, Stephanie Fekkes and Michelle Duits, committee cochair. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The seventh annual Bill Porter Memorial Golf outing, the 2010 Hastings City Bank Charity Golf Classic at the Hastings Country Club Friday, Aug. 6, helped the YMCA of Barry County, Barry County United Way, Freeport Area Volunteer Fire Department and Green Gables Haven. Green Gables Haven, which received the most votes, was awarded $13,000 and will use the funds to provide group and individual therapy sessions that address life skills for women and children who have suffered abuse. The YMCA came in second, earning $6,750. These funds will go to help the Y fund a formal nature study program for summer campers and area elementary schools to create appreciation for the preservation of natural surroundings. The event was an opportunity for the Y to show off its new logo created by the national organization and bid farewell to the former logo and full YMCA label. The group also ran a scavenger hunt by the golfers, having them collect pine cones, feathers, maple leaves, acorns and more. One golfer even pulled feathers from a dead bird. The winner of the scavenger hunt was Martha Edger. She donated the prize of a week of resident camp back to the Y. Members of the 2010 Hastings City Bank Charity Golf Classic winning team, with a score of 54, are (from left) Nathan Tagg, Jeff Storrs, Steve Peurach and Dennis Tagg. They are pictured with Nancy Goodin from Hastings City Bank, the major underwriter of this year’s event. Lani Forbes talks with many of the golfers about the special programs the United Way is offering to local residents. The United Way received $2,700 as the fourth place winner. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The YMCA of Barry County came in second in the voting and received $6,750 to go toward the construction of a nature center cabin. The Y booth also showed the national organization’s new logo on the back of T-shirts. Surrounding the former black and red logo are (from left) Deb Hatfield, Dave Solmes, Abby Laubaugh, Mackenzie Monroe and Cassidy Monroe. (Photo by Patricia Johns) “I think that people had a lot of fun with this challenge,” said Tom Wilt, executive director of the local Y. The third place winner in the voting by the golfers was the Freeport Area Volunteer Fire Department which will use the $4,050 to upgrade a vehicle to respond to medical, fire and rescue scenes in the Freeport area. The United Way came in fourth and will use its $2,700 to help local resident facing eviction, foreclosure, utility shut-offs and other situations. In addition to the those four charities, $1,000 each was distributed to Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Children, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and the Child Abuse Prevention Council of Barry County. Bonnie Hildreth, Barry Community Foundation president who co-chaired the event with Michelle Duits, helped cheer on the teams. Bill Porter’s wife Penny presented the winning trophy to the team of Nathan Tagg, Jeff Storrs, Steve Peurach and Dennis Tagg. They won with a score of 54. Porter said she is pleased that the Charity Golf Classic keeps the memory of her husband’s support of the community alive. Nancy Goodin from Hastings City Bank was one of the volunteers assisting the golfers during the tournament. “Hastings City Bank is committed to the communities we serve,” she said. “We were so pleased to be able to sponsor the Bill Porter Charity Golf Classic because it is a wonderful opportunity to support some of the most important non-profit organizations in our community and through them, community members in need.” She mentioned the staff of Barry Community Foundation and the day’s volunteers. Jenna Connor explains the programs and outreach at Green Gables Haven to golfers before they headed to the course at the Hastings Country Club Aug. 6. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The Youth Advisory Council of the Barry Community Foundation sponsored a holein-one contest on the 18th hole. The prize of a trip to Hawaii went unclaimed. Pictured are YAC summer intern Dallas Swinehart and YAC Director Jennifer Richards. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Club which waives greens fees for the event and the generosity of local businesses that supported the event. The Charity Classic committee has begun planning for the golf outing in 2011. For more information call Hildreth at the Barry Community Foundation, 269-945-0526. Lyn Briel and Chief Jim Yarger of the Freeport Fire Department show golfers how they would use the money they received from the golf outing to renovate a vehicle. The Freeport Fire Department came in third in voting and received $4,050. “It’s also important to recognize the many businesses and individuals who contributed to sponsorships and who came to play, which really made the event a success,” said Goodin. “It demonstrates how much we can achieve when we all work together and how much fun we can have at the same time.” Hildreth added that the event would not have been a success without the support of Hastings City Bank and Hastings Country Bonnie Hildreth (left) and Penny Porter welcome the 30 teams of golfers who played in the seventh memorial to Bill Porter at the 2010 Hastings City Bank Charity Golf Classic. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Golfers do a little stretching before setting out Aug. 6. (Photo by Patricia Johns) �Page 4 — Thursday, August 12, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa The Ionia County Genealogical Society will meet Aug. 14 at 1 p.m. at the Freight House. The speakers topic will be Michigan governors and their unusual stories. The library will be open until 5 p.m. The former Keeler Brass building, likely now Franklin Metals, has new red walls on two sides. This replaces a mild blue. Their parking lot now has metal fencing and screens. This is on the east side of Sherman Street. A small house was removed months ago to provide this parking area. Women of Central United Methodist Church held their annual salad luncheon Monday noon. The evening circle group provided hostess duties. The speaker was Glenn Rairigh who gave appraisals of antique items the members had brought. Many of the pieces were dishes or pottery. The downturn in the national economy has also brought a downturn in the value of antiques. He stressed the importance of making items with their origins of their history. Karen (Garlock) Morse of Galesburg and her mother from Lake Odessa attended visitation in Kalamazoo Saturday for their cousin and nephew Thomas Crockett. They later visited Alice Hoffs and Betty Anspach at Friendship Village. A social gathering Monday evening at the media center of Lakewood High School hon- ored the retiring staff members. This included aides, mechanics, teachers and custodians. School board members and administrators also were present. The Bonanza Bugle will be in the mail this week to all members of the Lake Odessa Area Historical Society. This issue has three pages including photos from Depot Day and three pages devoted to the early July dedication of the prison of war exhibit and the visiting German family. The Ionia County Genealogical Society is promoting creation of a deck of playing cards featuring buildings and businesses in the county, for a price for each type of card. Odessa Township voters turned down a millage proposal for roads 436-231. This would have provided for two coats of brine on all gravel roads in Odessa Township. Adjacent Sebewa Township passed a millage for operating costs 130-63. Lakewood’s sports team starts practice this week. Football teams left for camp Sunday and were to return Wednesday. The freshman team was to hold its camp at the high school four evenings this week. Cross country teams left for camp late Tuesday afternoon. Upon return, they will practice on Unity Field each morning. The cheer teams were already at work Monday evening as people arrived for the reception for retirees. The day after … Elections are a healthy exercise in any democracy. Regular, transparent and fair contests are meant to hold public officials and candidates accountable. At their best, elections are a competition of ideas. At their worst; well, you are well acquainted with elections at their worst. But what happens after the election is most important. At the top of the ticket, we had very interesting dynamics at play. The differences between the candidates in each primary were striking. Among the Democrats running for governor, the classic, traditional Democrat Virg Bernero won out over the pro-life Democrat Andy Dillon who has made a habit of taking on interest groups within his own party. On the Republican side, of the five candidates, four were classic, traditional Republicans. But they all lost to the outsider candidate who basically ignored Republican power brokers. Two primaries, two very different directions. If you are a Democrat, your party picked the safe choice. Love him or hate him, you know exactly what you are getting with Mayor Bernero. The Republican primary voters took a chance in choosing Rick Snyder. I am a Republican, so it will come as no real surprise to you that I support him. But I want to share the reason that I am embracing this non-traditional choice. The competitive nature of elections has leached into public policy making. Many of the players are obsessed with who gets what credit and “winning” issues and arguments. It is almost as if the election never ends. Rick Snyder has never been involved in the political process before. He has no dog on any of the fights of old. He is very vocal about ending the winners-versus-losers mentality of the current system. All this garbage about class warfare, east side versus west side, and R versus D does not mean anything to average citizens who just want to live out their lives with a good job that adequately provides for their families. When I was in the private sector, long-term relationships with my customers required that all parties benefited from the relationship. There was no winning when any of the people involved lost. It is an attitude that I bring with me to public service. It is also a quality I see in Rick Snyder. Candidates need to articulate a vision of Michigan’s future by Steve Horton I was a mere youngster when George Romney swept onto the Michigan scene. He had, as president of American Motors in the late 1950s, re-energized that carmaker, thanks in large part to the success of the Rambler. He then headed the Michigan Constitutional Convention in 1960, putting his name at the forefront of the political scene. In 1962, he ran as the Republican nominee for governor against the incumbent, John Swainson. I remember the debates between the two. Gov. Swainson would politely adhere to the time-limit rules, even ending his remarks in mid-sentence. But not Romney. He was brimming with energy, full of “vim and vigor” as we used to say back then. He’d keep talking, excitedly and confidently, not concerned at all with the proprieties of the debate, instead looking the Michigan voters “in the eye.” The laid-back Swainson was no match, and after 12 years of G. Mennen “Soapy” Williams at the helm and two years with his mentor Swainson, the voters were ready for a change. They elected the businessman and political newcomer. I’m reminded of this bit of history by the surprising success of last week’s Republican primary winner, Rick Snyder, an Ann Arbor venture capitalist and former president and chief operating officer of the computer company Gateway Inc. All of the morelearned pundits have offered their analyses, but I think the success of Snyder and of his Democratic counterpart, Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero, can be attributed to two factors: the economic anxiety felt by many voters and their distaste for the gridlock that’s been going on with state government, namely between the Republican-controlled state Senate and Democratic Governor Jennifer Granholm. In comparing the two current gubernatorial nominees with those of 1962, Bernero, in my opinion, has a passion and fire more similar to Romney’s, while Snyder has a calmer presence, more akin to Swainson’s. That’s not to suggest these exterior qualities will result in a similar outcome — heat overcoming cool. Bernero made a name for himself by going to Washington, D.C., to testify on behalf of the federal loans for General Motors and Chrysler. As you may recall, Southern Republican congressmen and conservative cable TV and radio talk-show hosts were advocating that these two domestic automakers be left to their financial doom. The Lansing mayor took them head-on, arguing the cause of the autoworkers, their families, of the consequences to auto suppliers and dealerships, and to all of the other businesses and their workers who are directly or indirectly dependent on the American automobile industry. In the recent primary, Bernero got the support of many of the unions, most consequentially the Michigan Education Association, because he wasn’t talking about cutting jobs and benefits as a solution to Michigan’s budget difficulties. He ran a pretty traditional ‘lunch pail” Democratic campaign, reminiscent of those that kept Soapy Williams in the governor’s chair and made the United Auto Workers a force to be reckoned with in Michigan politics. Snyder, on the other hand, symbolizes the hope and potential of the ‘new’ economy; his campaign focusing on the presumed need to reinvent Michigan through innovative, entrepreneurial companies. With the growth and proliferation of such companies, would come more and more skilled jobs. The goal of modern-day campaigns is to create “negatives” in the voters’ minds about one’s opponent. Emotion-laden TV commercials and code phrases such as “tax and spend liberal” and ‘right-wing extremist” aid and abet that strategy. Articulating a vision of Michigan’s future will, unfortunately and most likely, get lost amid the mud slinging. I hope not. I think we Michiganians have an opportunity to discuss and debate, with the nomination of Thornapple Manor Rehab Center does good job To the readers: I would like to share with you my experience at the Thornapple Manor Rehab Center. I had a knee replaced on May 18th. After four days in the hospital I went directly to the rehab center for 10 days and was greeted by everybody with kindness and professionalism. The nurses and nurses’ aides were wonderful and went out of their day to make me comfortable. All the rooms are state of the art and private. The next day I was evaluated and then started my physical therapy twice a day with Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. these two mavericks, something more consequential. Auto manufacturing, the production of durable goods, has been the bedrock of this state’s economy for a century now. Agriculture and tourism and, to a lesser degree pharmaceutical and furniture, are other important components. But none of them have brought the prosperity and enhanced quality of public services to Michigan as have the auto companies and their suppliers. While the heyday of large employment is over, the rebound of Ford, GM, and Chrysler is good news. It stabilized things. Alternative energy — such as lithium batteries, wind turbines and biodiesel — have garnered headlines, but as yet offer mostly potential and hope. They may or may not end up creating jobs on a large scale and producing substantial overall wealth for the state’s citizens. Like it or not, despite all of our desire and need to diversify the economy, for the foreseeable future, Michigan’s wellbeing remains tied to the fortunes of our domestic automakers. That said, both short-term and long-term issues need addressing. Here are a few: • Should we revise the tax code, both to reflect our more service-oriented economy and to create a more stable revenue stream, or leave it as is? • Should we cut taxes and decrease the level of public services (road and bridge improvements, education, job training, Medicaid and so on), or increase taxes to continue funding them? • Should we maintain the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and its tax-incentive programs that are used to bring new factories to the state and encourage the expansion of existing manufacturing facilities or should we, as some have suggested, curtail or even end them? Do they work as supporters claim, or are they, in fact, ineffective? Is cutting or eliminating businesses taxes and costs a better strategy? • How can the state encourage and assist entrepreneurs and other new business start-ups? Should it? Is this picking and choosing winners? • Should we maintain the current K-12 school setup or consolidate districts? How can we encourage higher education by keeping tuition and room-and-board expenses from constantly increasing? Should we consolidate local (village, city and township) governments into larger entities and create a more centralized delivery of local services? • What about he level of health care benefits for public employees? Job training for the unemployed and underemployed? Funding for agricultural research? Funding for tourism promotion? Such issues and the accompanying questions of future direction are what ought to be addressed in the current campaign, and, when it’s over, by the new governor and the new legislature. We know the status quo is no longer sustainable. Stumbling from annual budget crisis to annual budget crisis, the continuous uncertainty over which programs or services will be cut or curtailed is not a path that will lead to success. A bold approach is needed. If all we hear is that Michigan can return to prosperity by continuously cutting taxes and services or that we need to increase taxes merely to fund the current litany of governmental offerings, then you’ll be hearing the “same old, same old.” If the campaign turns into a duel of personal defamation, then you’ll once again be shortchanged by the political hacks. What we need from Snyder and Bernero — as well as from the legislative candidates — are for them to articulate their respective visions of Michigan’s future. If we insist on that dialogue, maybe it’ll happen. (Guest columnist Steve Horton is a Hastings resident, newspaper publisher and former staff member at J-Ad Graphics.) IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Matt and Steve. They were very professional and worked hard to ensure that I had the best outcome possible. They were very encourag- What would draw more voters? Depending on the precinct, the number of eligible voters who went to the polls Aug. 3 ranged from less than 15 percent to just over 31 percent. Do you think there is a better way than partisan ballots to bring voters to the polls for the primary? ing and made sure I did my best. Their physical therapy room was large and well equipped with all types of machines and apparatuses. After my ten day say I became an outpatient three times a week for five weeks. Thanks to physical therapists, Matt and Steve, I had great success and a wonderful experience. I would recommend everyone to use Thornapple Manor Rehab Center. Nancy Bloom, Hastings The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. 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Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 12, 2010 — Page 5 Shusters donate lake and river properties to Michigan Nature Assoc. Dick and Posy Shuster, long time residents of Barry County, have donated ownership of their 60.21-acre Thornapple lakefront property to the Michigan Nature Association, making it MNA’s first nature sanctuary in the county. MNA is the state’s oldest nonprofit conservation organization and is dedicated to the protection of Michigan's natural habitats, endangered plants and animals. The couple also granted a conservation easement over 62.51 acres of a second property along the Thornapple River which contains more than 1,850 feet of undisturbed riverfront. The conservation easement, an agreement between the Shusters and MNA, controls development as well as other activities present and future landowners can perform on the property, thereby protecting its natural resources. A provision, included by the Shusters in the easement, allows for a small area of land on which two homes may be built for their children. Landowners granting land or property rights to a land conservancy may be eligible for federal tax deductions with such charitable donations. The Shusters said their interest in the outdoors was nurtured by camping trips with their three children. “You can’t be much of a camper without appreciating nature,” said Dick Shuster, a retired county circuit court judge. Their interest in camping led to a land purchase along the Thornapple River in Barry County in the early 1960s. The Shusters wanted an outdoor haven to feed their family’s recreational habits – hiking, picnics, cross country skiing and other adventures. Purchasing an additional piece of Thornapple lakefront followed in the 1970s. As their children grew, Dick Shuster said he and his wife held on to the properties because they “believe in protecting the ecology, and it just seemed like a property that should be protected.” Now with their children grown, their sentiment toward land preservation has not faltered. “Land is valuable and can be made use of in many profitable ways,” said Barry Horney, MNA’s land protection specialist. “Anyone who parts with something such as land without consideration to exploitative benefit is obviously looking at things differently than most other people.” MNA staff surveyed the properties and worked with the Shusters to complete the donation and easement. The properties include examples of floodplain forest and southern mesic forest, characterized by American beech and sugar maple trees on flat and rolling ground. Various wetland communities can be found on both properties along with streams and ponds. The riverfront property is unique, containing wetland and upland habitat that forms a portion of natural “greenway” along the A Tractor Show will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. This picturesque stream and lush greenery are part of the properties Dick and Posy Shuster have donated to the Michigan Nature Association (MNA). (Photos by Matt Schultz, MNA’s western regional stewardship organizer) Thornapple River. This corridor provides breeding, feeding, nesting and shelter habitats for a variety of resident and migratory species while allowing them to move freely up and down the river. Although public access is prohibited on this easement property, the MNA’s ownership of the lakefront property will allow it to create a nature sanctuary open to the public. Both the easement and the sanctuary will be monitored by MNA staff. Protection of the properties will remove them from the threat of intense land uses common to the area such as agricultural, industrial or urban development. Dick Shuster said development can stem nature’s efforts to survive and flourish when living space gets tight. He said it was one concern he and his wife have had for years “because Barry County is a very pretty county, and one of the problems is that it can get overdeveloped.” Barry County has many lakes tightly lined with homes, Dick Shuster noted. Stewardship over the properties will ensure continued preservation of the ecology and Various wetland communities can be found on both properties donated by the Shusters, along with streams and ponds. The properties also include examples of floodplain forest and southern mesic forest, characterized by American beech and sugar maple trees on flat and rolling ground. “There’s no way that governmental parks can do the whole job. We need private property to have nature flourish completely … I think the conservancy movement in all the states is helping to do that.” – Dick Shuster Thornapple lakefront property, totaling 60.21 acres, has been donated by Dick and Posy Shuster to the Michigan Nature Association. Leach Lake Cabins Fully Furnished Lakefront Cabins - Camp in Luxury Fun for the whole family ~ A Vacation to Remember High Speed Internet & Cable TV & Telephones Fully Furnished Kitchen, Bedrooms and Bathrooms Private Lakefront Patios Chairs, Table, Grill and Fire Pit www.LeachLakeCabins.com Phone 269-838-0242 Leach Lake Cabins@gmail.com 77548544 2 Miles North of Hastings on M-43 species found in the area. It also marks a new chapter in MNA’s history, said MNA Executive Director Jeremy Emmi, because the properties are “the first projects that MNA has in Barry County, and that’s new geographical ground.” All parties hope the relationship will lead to new county protection projects. Dick Shuster also hopes it serves as an example of a movement he believes will save other natural areas at a time when they are few and far between. “There’s no way that governmental parks can do the whole job,” Shuster said. “We need private property to have nature flourish completely … I think the conservancy movement in all the states is helping to do that.” Landowners may contact the Michigan Nature Association at 517-655-5655 or e-mail michigannature@michigannature.org for more information on how they, like the Shusters, can contribute to the success of MNA’s land conservation effort and protect natural areas for generations to come. The Michigan Nature Association is committed to the protection and maintenance of Michigan’s natural areas, in addition to the study of natural history and conservation education. Operating since 1952, MNA has acquired more than 165 nature sanctuaries, from the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula to the Indiana border. Delton Founders Fest starts Friday by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor The 37th annual Delton Founders Festival takes place Friday, Aug. 13 and Saturday, Aug. 14 and includes a couple of new events plus favorite activities that have become a tradition in Delton. “We’re excited,” said Wes Kahler, chairman of the festival committee. “We’ve got some good, new things this year ... It’s a family event. (We want people to) come out and enjoy the day, spend a couple of hours or the whole day.” “We’re praying for no rain this year, of course,” he said. Last year, rain canceled the Saturday parade and other afternoon events for the first time since the festival began. “We had one rain shower in the morning many years ago that canceled a few events, but we went on.” “We’re gearing up. I get calls daily from people wanting information, so that’s the best part. People are still thinking about it,” Kahler said. A book sale traditionally opens the festival and the same is true this year. The sale is at the Delton District Library from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday. The sale continues next Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. when a bag of books will be $1. From 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, children can enjoy some inflatables on the soccer field on M-43, across from the Delton Kellogg Elementary School. The inflatables will be available during the same hours next Saturday too, Kahler said. Registration for the Tractor Show begins at 4 p.m. Friday. The registered tractors will be on display off M-43 “down the path” to William Smith Memorial Park, located behind the Barry Township Hall building on Orchard Street. At 8 p.m. that evening, a tractor parade is set for 8 p.m., starting on Orchard Street. The Tractor Show will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Las Vegas Night is set for 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. Friday at the Delton Memorial VFW Post, and there is no cover charge. A pig roast in the Barry Township Hall takes place rain or shine from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday. Take-outs are also available. The cost is $6 per person and $4 for kids under 12. Children four years old and under are free. Sign up of teams for the new scavenger hunt event is at 5 p.m. at the Delton fire station on Orchard Street. Prizes will be given to the first place team. All ages are invited to participate and get their lists of items, but only four people can be on a team. The results time is 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 14 at the information booth in the arts and crafts section. Another new event is the “Painted Art Affair.” The public is invited to visit Delton merchants and view displays by local artists from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday. (Balloons will mark each participating business) All the items on display will be put on the auction block at 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 14 in front of the Delton Kellogg Upper Elementary School on M-43. The minimum bid during the auction is $30 and proceeds will go to the Delton Women’s Center. Street Bowling will once again take place at the north end of Scriber Street at 7 p.m. Friday. Registration starts at 6:30 p.m. A Karaoke Idol contest begins at 7 p.m. Friday at the Legends Sports Pub. The competition will continue on Saturday night. There is a $20 entry fee and the deadline to register is today (Aug. 7). A tractor parade will begin at 8 p.m., starting at Orchard Street. A pancake breakfast will benefit the BPH Fire Club on Saturday, Aug. 14. The meal will be served from 7 to 11 a.m. at the Delton Fire Station. Everyone can sign up for a free raffle from 8 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 14 at the information booth. Four $25 gift cards will be given away when the drawing is held at 4 p.m. A 5K run/walk steps off at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 14. This is a Delton Kellogg High School Student Council sponsored event and registration may be completed on the day of the event for $20 or in advance for $15 at stucco@dkschools.org or write to the council at 10425 Panther Pride Drive, Delton, Mich. 49046. Registration on the day of the event is from 7:45 to 8:25 a.m. Exhibitors from around the area and state will display and sell their crafts from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 14 at the Arts & Crafts and Antiques Show. The Taste of Homemade Goodness Contest is set for 9 to 10:30 a.m. in the Barry Township Hall. Categories include cakes, pies, quick/fruit breads, cookies/bars. Participants should label all items. Each person can have one entry per category. Registration begins at 9. Judging is at 10:30. Prizes will be awarded. The second annual Rib Fest competition also begins at 9 a.m. next Saturday with judging at 2:30 p.m. Participants will be furnished with four slabs of ribs to cook on site and need to bring their own equipment. The entry fee is $25. Prizes will be awarded. Contact Wes Kahler, 623-6742 for details. Sign-up deadline is Aug. 10. The tractor show is at William Smith Memorial Park, along the Bill Wooer Walkway from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call Renda to enter, 623-5308. A sidewalk art contest is set from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on the sidewalk in front of the soccer field. Judging is at 3:30 p.m. Children’s games take place near PNC Bank from 10 to 4 p.m. next Saturday Boy Scout Troop 108 and Pack 3050 and Venture Crew will be handling the games. A horseshoe tourney at the Delton Moose Lodge will be going on between 12 and 5 p.m. Returning after an absence of many years is a BBQ chicken and ribs meal by the Delton Moose #1649 and Women of the Moose #1792. They will cook and serve the meal in the park from 12 to 5 p.m. Miss Delton Chelsea Martin and her court and Little Miss Delton and her court, who reign over Delton Founders Festival, and Parade Grand Marshal Margery Martin will be honored during a 12:30 to 1 p.m. ceremony, across from the concession stand. The Founders Fest parade begins at 1 p.m. next Saturday through town. The theme is “Christmas in August.” Parade entries are still welcome. People interested in being in the parade “can just show up that day” or call Becky at 269-623-6787 or the festival hotline, 623-2020, Kahler said. A different band is performing this year for the festival music on Saturday, Aug. 14. The free 2 p.m. concert will feature Big Willie, a blues band comprised of four members from Lansing. Kahler said the concert is familyoriented and will be held in the William Smith Memorial Park. Those who attend may want to bring their own chairs. Waterball competition between area fire departments will be held at 2 p.m. next Saturday at the Delton Kellogg Middle School parking lot. They will be vying for the traveling trophy and bragging rights. Regarding the Delton festival, “we want to thank the businesses because we wouldn’t be able to do what we do without the businesses’ support,” Kahler said. “They are very gracious.” Corrections Some people were incorrectly identified in the post-fair supplement in last week’s Banner. Bekah Mater’s grand champion sheep carcass was purchased by John Loftus. The supreme grand champion hog owned by Kristine Kaechele was purchased by Chuck Kaechele. Her cousin Jordan Seely is also in the photo. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 �Page 6 — Thursday, August 12, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Area residents can participate in cancer prevention study Friday The American Cancer Society is looking for half a million U.S. adults who want to make a direct impact in the fight against cancer. The society’s third Cancer Prevention Study will pave the way for the next generation of cancer research. The Relay For Life of Barry County has been selected as one of a limited number of Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads... 269-945-9554 events nationwide where interested and eligible participants can enroll in this lifesaving study. People between the ages of 30 and 65 who have never had a cancer diagnosis may qualify. To find out more or enroll in the study, interested people are welcome to go to the CPS-3 tent at the Relay For Life of Barry County in Hastings’ Tyden Park between the hours of 4:30 and 9:30 p.m. Friday, Aug.13. “It’s a chance to help eliminate cancer as a major health concern for future generations, but it won’t happen without your help,” a spokesperson said. To find out more, call 1-888-604-5888 or go to www.cancer.org/CPS3. Worship Together… Michael Ray Morgan Area Obituaries Orville Burghdoff Jr. 77548321 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. The praise team rehearses on Wednesday’s at 6:30 p.m. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-731-5194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost Aug. 15 - Worship 8 & 10 a.m.. No Sunday School June/August. Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7 p.m.; Women’s Al-Anon 7p.m. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discover grace.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Coffee Time; 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 7 p.m. Praise Team. Friday - 10 a.m. Beach Day at Lake Michigan This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 FAMILY FUNERAL HOMES Rachel L. Bassett HASTINGS, MI - Rachel L. Bassett, age 94, of Hastings, passed away Thursday, August 5, 2010 at Thornapple Manor. She was born October 11, 1915 on the family farm in Scottville, the daughter of James F. and Lovell A. (Hutchingson) Falconer. Rachel attended Scottville High School and graduated in 1933. She worked in her home, sewing for people around the Hastings area. Rachel married Clay A. Bassett on August 18, 1937. She taught 4-H sewing for over 40 years and Bishop sewing for adult education for 20 years. Rachel was a member of the First United Methodist Church and longtime member of the church ladies circle and UMW. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clay A. Bassett; daughter, Carolyn R. Barney; daughter-in-law, Barbara Bassett; parents, James and Lovell Falconer; sisters, Helen Babcock and Jenette Heald and twin brother, Robert Falconer. Rachel is survived by children, Charles and Mary Jo Bassett of Grand Haven, Robert and Wendy Bassett of Hastings; eight grandchildren, Elizabeth Barney, Sean Barney, Shane Bassett, Rhiannon Bassett, Lori Wingate, Chad Bassett, Tess Given and Andrew Given; and three great grandchildren, Cory Wingate, Chad Wingate and Chelsea Wingate. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 209 W. Green St., Hastings, MI 49058. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 28, 2010, 3 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). NASHVILLE, MI - Donald D. Barlow age 76, of Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, passed away Saturday, August 7, 2010 peacefully at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus in Grand Rapids. Don was born in Lansing on September 9, 1933, the son of the late Mason and Buelah (Parkinson) Barlow. He was raised in the Nashville area and attended local schools, graduating from W.K. Kellogg High School. He was the husband of Janet (Main) Barlow. The couple was married in Michigan City, IN in 1999. They made their home together on the Thornapple River in Nashville. Don was employed as a heavy equipment operator with the Local 324 Union for over 40 years before retiring in 1994. Don was very good with his hands; he loved to work with automobiles, and did a lot of Welding. He also liked to spend free time communicating with his family and friends on his computer. Together with his wife Janet, the couple enjoyed spending time together visiting the area casinos. Donald is survived by his beloved wife, Janet; three daughters, Julie (Don) Mitchell, Leta Barlow, and Peggy (Ron) Hawkins; four sons, Morris (Racheal) Barlow, Robert Barlow, Terry (Annie) Bennett, and Brian (Laura) Bennett; his brother, Randy Foreman; two grandchildren; six great grandchildren; 13 step grandchildren; 19 step great grandchildren. He was preceded in death my his two children, Donnie and Larry Barlow. The family will receive visitors from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, August 12, 2010 at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. Memorial contributions can be made to the family of Donald Barlow. Please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net for further details. Ana Lisa Boehm HASTINGS, MI - Michael Ray Morgan, age 67, of Hastings, passed away on Monday, August 9, 2010 at his residence. He was born February 19, 1943, the son of Ceil (Bo) and Florine (Hornsby) Morgan. Michael worked and retired from American Bumper in 1994. He served in the United States Army from 1961 to 1963. Michael married Janet Lynn Sutliffe on October 17, 1998. He was preceded in death by his father, Ceil (Bo) Morgan and son, Tom Herblet. Michael is survived by his wife, Janet Lynn; children, Brenda Dawe, Missy (Steve) Backe, Michelle (Andy) Trowbridge, Aaron (Melissa) Wisenbaugh, David Wisenbaugh, Daniel (Barb) Wisenbaugh and Jeri Hendershot; grandchildren, Alexis and Austyn Dawe, Chelsea, Alex and Megan Backe, Joshua and Kaylea Trowbridge, Caden Wisenbaugh, Alexia Herblet, Timothy and Katie Nimtz; mother, Florine Morgan; brothers, Bob (Mary) Morgan, Richard (Sharon) Morgan, Terry (Marsha) Morgan and many nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to, Borgess Visiting Nurses and Hospice, 348 N. Burdick St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007. Visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. on Friday, August 13. Memorial services will be held Friday, August 13, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Hope United Methodist Church with Rev. Richard D. Moore officiating. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Rowena Van Dien Ana Lisa Boehm, passed away August 4, 2010, with her family by her side at Rose Arbor Hospice. Her short struggle with cancer never took her determined spirit. Lisa, as she liked to be called, was born February 10, 1956 in Independence, MO to Al and Ruby Mitchell. She spent her early years growing up in Missouri. Lisa married the love of her life. Fred Boehm, in 1974 and moved to Pine Lake, in Plainwell, where she has raised four children, Max, Annie, Billy and Cathy. Lisa has five grand children, Taylor, Kelsey, Aiden, Ethan and Alayna. Lisa’s husband of 36 years, Fred Boehm and her sister Stephanie Clawson of Lamar, MO and brother, Tom Martin also of Lamar, MO will hold a private memorial in Missouri where Lisa wanted to be buried next to her mother and father. Donations may be sent in her name to Rose Arbor Hospice, in Kalamazoo Michigan. Please visit www.williamsgoresfuneral. com to view or sign Lisa's online guest book. ADRIAN, MI - Rowena Van Dien, age 89, of Adrian, and formerly of Hastings, passed away August 7, 2010 in Adrian. She was born in England on November 25, 1920. Rowena owned and operated Craftique Corner, a retail craft shop in Otsego and subsequently in Sturgis. Rowena met her husband James R. VanDien in London, England while he was stationed there in World War II. She immigrated to the United States in 1946 and the couple wed on July 20, 1946 at Holy Redeemer Lutheran Church in South Bend, IN. In life, Rowena enjoyed working with crafts, cooking, sewing, ballroom dancing, and playing bridge, although her primary focus was her family. She was preceded in death by her husband James, her parents; brother Cedric; and two sisters, Joan Gallon and Marjery Turner. Rowena is survived by two sons, William Ross VanDien of Kalamazoo and James Terry VanDien of Hastings; a daughter, Elizabeth Ann Morast of Adrian; four grandchildren, Jennifer Girdham of Adrian, Robin Morast of Kalamazoo, Naomi Ruth VanDien of Hastings and Camille VanDien of Hastings; one great granddaughter, Miranda Girdham of Adrian. A memorial service will be held Sunday, August 29, 2010 at 2 p.m. at the Grace Covenant Church, 227 Greenly St., Adrian. Pastor Doug Leith presiding. Mrs. VanDien will be interred at Ft. Custer National Cemetery alongside her husband, James. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net 77528585 102 Cook Hastings Orville Burghdoff, Jr. died August 9, 2010 at Woodlawn Meadows at the age of 85 after a battle with cancer. Orville was born to Orville Burghdoff, Sr. and Bessie (Moore) Burghdoff in Hastings on November 16, 1924. He is preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Dorothy (Omstead) Burghdoff; his daughter, Dawn Christine Layne; brothers, Gerald and Arthur; and sister, Artheal Belson. He is survived by his daughter, Kathy (John) Mugridge; and son, William (Mary) Burghdoff; sister, Leona Bowman; brother, Robert (Martha) Burghdoff. Orville is survived by eight grandchildren, Amy Standish, Darcy Noble, Anne Schoen, Mike Burghdoff, Mark Layne, Shelly Layne, Robyn Collins, and Melaney Young, as well as 19 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild, many nieces and nephews. Orville leaves behind companion, Beverly McDryer. Orville was a veteran of the US Army Infantry serving in the European Theater during WWII and was awarded a good conduct medal, the EAME Theater Ribbon with two Bronze Stars, and the Victory Medal for WWII. Orville was a longtime member of the Grace Lutheran Church; and was a member and former officer of the Hastings Elks Lodge, a member of VFW Post #7548, and American Legion Post #45. Orville spent most of his career operating his own business, Burghdoff Pools, constructing and servicing in-ground swimming pools. He was also previously employed at E.W. Bliss. After retirement Orville worked for Bernie’s Refrigeration until it was sold. On Sunday, August 15, 2010 the family will receive friends from 3 to 6 p.m. at Lauer Family Funeral Home-Wren Chapel, located at 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings. Services will be held at Grace Lutheran Church on Monday, August 16, 2010 at 11a.m. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Pennock Hospice Services, American Legion Post 45, or VFW Post 7548. Please share a memory of Orville at www. lauerfh.com. Donald D. Barlow �Social News The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 12, 2010 — Page 7 New law offers $250 rebate checks for eligible Medicare recipients U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced Tuesday that the third round of onetime, tax-free $250 rebate checks has been mailed to eligible Medicare beneficiaries whose drug costs are high enough to have reached the Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage gap known as the “doughnut hole.” Experts estimate that more than one-quarter of Part D enrollees hit the doughnut hole and often stop following their drug regimen as a result of the added cost burden. The $250 rebates will go a long way in preventing seniors from having to make such difficult and almost certainly harmful health decisions, said Sebelius. In Michigan, 18,617 seniors and persons with disabilities who rely on Medicare for access to health care have received new help with their prescription drug costs to date, due to the Affordable Care Act. Across the country, more than 750,000 Medicare beneficiaries have already received checks this year, and more beneficiaries will be receiving checks in the coming months as they enter the coverage gap. “High prescription drugs costs are a prob- lem for many seniors and other Medicare enrollees with limited incomes,” said Sebelius. “These checks are an important first step in helping them afford the medications they need — and are evidence of how Americans are already seeing the very real benefits of the Affordable Care Act.” The rebate checks will partly close the doughnut hole this year, with the $250 onetime checks for beneficiaries who enter the gap. In 2011, the Affordable Care Act will take an additional step for Medicare beneficiaries in the doughnut hole by providing them with a 50 percent discount on brand name medications. Every year from 2011 to 2020, the Affordable Care Act will take progressive steps to close the doughnut hole, she said. The new law also will take a series of steps to strengthen Medicare. Under the Affordable Care Act, Medicare beneficiaries will receive free preventive care services such as mammograms and certain colon cancer tests and a free annual physical starting in 2011. By 2018, seniors can expect to save on average almost $200 per year in premiums compared to what they would have paid without the new law, and most beneficiaries will also see a significant reduction in their Medicare coinsurance as a result of the Affordable Care Act. The life of the Medicare Trust Fund is extended by 12 years. “These checks represent just one way that Medicare is going to work better for seniors and persons with disabilities under the Affordable Care Act,” said Don Berwick, administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. “Seniors will see lower prescription drug costs when they are in the doughnut hole, preventive services and annual wellness visits without cost-sharing, and higher quality care. And our efforts to crack down on fraud and waste are making beneficiaries safer and Medicare stronger financially, adding years to the Medicare trust funds.” Medicare beneficiaries who do not already receive Medicare’s Extra Help receive these checks automatically in the mail when they reach the doughnut hole; there is no requirement to sign up. Sebelius said seniors should never give out personal information to anyone who is not a trusted source. Seniors are encouraged to contact 1-800-MEDICARE to report any solicitations of personal information, or go to www.stopmedicarefraud.gov to learn about how the Affordable Care Act helps to protect seniors from scams and safeguard taxpayer dollars. Pierce-Chaffee On May 22, 2010 Adam Pierce and MacKenzie Chaffee were united in marriage in a beautiful ceremony with their two children, Hunter and Emma. The couples parents, Micheal and Diane Chaffee and Stanton and Carla Pierce were present, along with family and friends. Maid of honor was Angie Pettengill. Bridesmaids were Meagan Chaffee, Lisa Kelmer, Erin Bare and Danielle Anderson. Best man was Bill Morgan. Groomsmen were Bob Wellman, Jim Mein, Kendall Reese and Mike Frey. Marriage Licenses Block party Robert William Alkema, Hickory Corners and Kelsey Nicole Brownell, Delton. Douglas Paul Buerens, Middleville and Ashley Ann Snyder, Middleville. Leslie David Born, Hastings and Ronalea Ann Davis, Hastings. Thomas Charles Cooley, Hastings and Heather Lynn Helmer, Hastings. Edwin Royal Danks, Jr., Hastings and Lori Sue Stowell, Hastings. Jonathan Robert Fleury, North Branch and Brenae Leiana Bowman, Battle Creek. Daniel Miles Godbehere, Lansing and Sydney Nicole Kuipers, Nashville. Justin Roy Hoard, Hastings and Shayna Eva-Lola Gearhart, Hastings. Joshua Michael Klinge, Middleville and Kelly Lynn Sholty, Middleville. Stanley James Leep, Martin and Deborah Sue Ramsey, Plainwell. Dale Russell Leys, Hastings and Julie Lynn Miller, Hastings. Ryan Micheal Ost, Hastings and Casey Marie Johnson, Hastings. Randy Jo Polley Jr., Delton and Jessica Joyce Kloth, Delton. Mark Daniel Price, Hastings and Pauline Cornellia-Janna Galle, Middleville. John William Sweeney, Hastings and Annette Marie Rairigh, Hastings. Terrence John Swisher, Middleville and Sherilyn Michelle Robinson, Springfield. and VBS set at Community Baptist Church Community Baptist Church, 502 E. Grand in Hastings, will host a free Block Party from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 14. “A fun time is planned for the family with games, treats, cotton candy, snowcones” and more,” said a spokesperson. The Block Party is a prelude to Vacation Bible School, which will take place the following week, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 16 through Thursday, Aug. 19. VBS will be offered to children from four years old through sixth grade. Participants will spend four days on Saddle Ridge Ranch “Roundin’ up Questions – Drivin’ Home Answers” to these questions: Who Am I? Does God Care About Me? What is “God’s Plan for Me? and How Can I Be Like Jesus? VBS will feature “four fun-filled days of music, crafts and time in God’s Word. The church will provide everything for the Block Party and VBS free of charge,” the spokesperson said. “ S t r etchi n g ” “Your repair dollars go further at” Maurers to celebrate 50th Guernsey-Cappon Tyler and Beverly Guernsey of Hastings, Mich. are honored to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jamie Lynn Guernsey to Jesse Taylor Cappon, son of Martin and Carolyn Cappon, also of Hastings. Jamie is a 2009 graduate of Faith Christian School. Jesse is a 2005 graduate of Hastings High School and a 2009 graduate of Ferris State University and is currently employed in Los Angeles, Calif., with a career in digital animation. The two are planning an Oct. 22, 2010 wedding at Cedar Creek Bible Church. They will be residing in Los Angeles, Calif. The children and grandchildren of Tom and Sharon Maurer will hold a 50th anniversary celebration Sunday, Aug. 15, from 1 to 4 p.m. at St. Rose of Lima, Hastings, in the lower level. Tom, a native of Nashville, and the former Sharon Moffatt, of Grand Rapids, were married July 30, 1960, at St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Grand Rapids. They are the parents of seven children and 13 grandchildren. 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According to Sluggett, the act also authorizes primary caregivers to assist qualified patients in obtaining medical marijuana. Each patient is allowed up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana per week, and a primary caregiver is allowed up to 2.5 ounces of medical marijuana for each qualified patient for whom they have been designated as a caregiver. In addition to the 2.5 ounces of marijuana, they can grow up to 12 plants per patient. Each primary caregiver can have up to five qualified patients. “Theoretically, each primary caregiver could be responsible for growing a total of 60 plants, if in fact they have five qualified patients,” said Sluggett. Hastings City Council Member Barry Wood asked if being a primary caregiver was a business. “The act provides that primary caregivers can be compensated for the cost of their services,” said Sluggett. “But, that is one of the huge gray areas in the act because it is not clear exactly what that means. We don’t have any court cases at this point, for the courts at least, how they would interpret that phrase. There is a question in my mind: Does that mean the primary caregiver can be only be compensated in terms of their actual costs or are there other factors that they are entitled to be compensated for? Frankly, there just isn’t an answer for that right now.” Sluggett said the Medical Marijuana Act states that neither local municipalities nor the state are allowed to prosecute a person, who is properly licensed and registered, for the possession or use of medical marijuana as long as they are consistent with the guidelines set forth in the act. “It is interesting to keep in mind as we’re talking about this, or thinking about it ... that marijuana is still technically — and possession of marijuana, for whatever purposes — is unlawful under federal law, and it remains so,” said Sluggett. Wood asked if the City of Hastings would be breaking the law by creating ordinances and regulations governing medical marijuana. “It’s funny, I’ve had a couple other representatives from other governments ask me essentially the same thing,” said Sluggett. “Put very succinctly, ‘I took an oath of office as a city council or township board member, to uphold the law, how can I do anything in respect to medical marijuana, when in fact, under federal law, it is unlawful?’” Sluggett said there are a couple different answers to that question. “But, again, I can’t give you an answer because it isn’t clear in my mind,” he said. “The oath that you took was to uphold the federal constitution, not federal statutes; and what we are talking about specifically are federal statutes. Beyond that, as a practical matter, the federal government, as it has been explained to me ... has made a determination that except in large-scale grow operations, they are not going to intervene in states that have medical marijuana statutes in place. “I don’t know that there is an answer to your question,” he continued. “It is a good question, and it is probably going to enter into your calculations as to what you want to do as council members.” Sluggett said that there are prohibitions regarding the use of medical marijuana: It can’t be used on school property; it can’t be used on public transportation; and it can’t be used on public property. Going back to the original question, about why communities haven’t done anything about establishing medical marijuana ordinances, Sluggett said he believes most communities were taking a “wait and see,” attitude. “I think it is fair to say very few communities want to take the lead on this issue,” he said. “They are not sure about their legal posture, coupled with they don’t want to be the ones that get sued. And, I don’t think that is an unreasonable analysis for communities to make. But, the fact is, while the medical marijuana lobby — and I don’t mean that in a pejorative sense — started on the east side of the state in terms of their initial efforts to legitimize it and find out how the local governments were going to react, in my experience, it wasn’t until the end of last year, the beginning of this year, that West Michigan started to get inquiries from medical marijuana dispensaries, medical marijuana compassion clubs, those types of entities. I’m sure you’ve all read about them in the paper at this point. But, again, it wasn’t until the early part of this year that local governments, at least the ones I work with, had received many questions from people who wanted to establish those uses.” Sluggett said he and a group of other West Michigan attorneys, have researched what other communities around the state have done in response to the Medical Marijuana Act. The City of Livonia, a suburb of Detroit, has taken what Sluggett describes as, “a very black and white,” approach to regulating medical marijuana. “Livonia was one of the first communities ... that addressed this issue head-on in terms of making a definitive decision in terms of how they were going to handle this,” he said. “What they did was amend their zoning ordinance that makes it clear that any use in Livonia that violates federal, state or local law is not a permitted use in the city of Livonia. As I said before, under federal law, the use of marijuana, even for medical purposes, is still illegal. Therefore, the position of the city, as it has been explained to me, is that the use of medical marijuana in Livonia is simply unlawful, period. They allow no measure in terms of the zoning ordinance recognizing the use of medical marijuana, and it become a regulatory, police power matter.” Sluggett said the City of Livonia, to the best of his knowledge, has not been legally challenged for its stance on medical marijuana. “Which, frankly, surprises me,” he said. “It seems to me that to the extent that people support medical marijuana in Michigan, that would be a prime situation to challenge. “In addition, I think there is a practical administrative issue that needs to be addressed with this approach, in terms of adopting an ordinance that prohibits anything that is unlawful under federal law,” said Sluggett. “Are we going to enforce it? So, if someone has their card from the State of Michigan, or there is a primary caregiver that is properly licensed and has their card from the State of Michigan and they are operating quietly in a home somewhere and we become aware of it, are we going to enforce it? “I am not a strong supporter of adopting ordinances that you don’t intend to enforce; I think that sets bad precedent, and there is a host of reasons I don’t think that is ever a good course of action. If you adopt something like this.” Hastings Planning Commission member Sylvia Treadwell, who was in the audience, asked if Livonia was operating on a “don’t ask, don’t tell” basis. “There is a community I deal with on the other side of the state, it is a large community ... and they are doing essentially that, ‘Don’t ask, don’t tell,’” said Sluggett. Treadwell asked if any municipality in the state has been legally challenged in court regarding medical marijuana regulations. “The only cases that have worked their way through to the decision at this point — there have been a couple — are purely in the criminal area,” said Sluggett. “So, in terms of the “And, from what I have heard, there are already tens of thousands of people who have received their cards from the state. It is a reality.” – Jeff Sluggett, city attorney degree to which someone can be prosecuted or not, the need for a registration card, what’s an adequate registration card for the immunities granted under the act, those are the only court cases of which I am aware. There haven’t been any on the zoning.” Treadwell asked if a municipality’s insurance through the Michigan Municipal League (MML) would cover the cost of a lawsuit regarding medical marijuana. “I’m assuming you would be entitled to the same coverage as any other city ordinance,” said Sluggett. Hastings City Council Member Frank Campbell said that he felt that communities need to “be on board” and not wait. “It looks to me like we all are sitting back and waiting for this area, or this area, to see what’s coming with this, and I think it’s a time bomb,” he said. “ I think the hard part as the government of the people, representing our citizens, we ought to make a move in that direction.” Sluggett said the MML has a legislative and urban affairs committee that is responsible for analyzing bills in Lansing and making recommendations to legislators in Lansing. “This certainly is an appropriate area for the MML, [for] that committee to get involved,” he said. Hastings Community Development Director John Hart said that, no matter what, some community ordinance is going to end up being the test case in the legal system regarding medical marijuana. “Any time you have test litigation, and that is really what you are talking about here ... the ordinance that ends up getting challenged, you hope that it’s been a well-drafted ordinance that it’s got purpose language, all the things that obviously we try to get included in any ordinances the city adopts,” said Sluggett. “And certainly, the MML, the Legal Defense Fund, the MTA [Michigan Townships Association], they are going to feel a lot more comfortable supporting good facts.” In summary, Sluggett said that while Livonia’s approach to the matter was simple and straightforward, the local government’s ability to enforce federal law is unclear, as is how that enforcement action would be viewed by a court, if challenged on the basis of exclusionary zoning. Sluggett said the City of Grand Rapids took a much different approach. While that municipality amended its ordinance to prohibit medical marijuana dispensaries, cooperatives, growing facilities and compassion clubs, registered primary caregivers are allowed to operate as a permitted home occupation. This means that a registered caregiver may produce marijuana and have his or her designated qualifying patients pick up marijuana at the home. The idea behind this approach is that the general conditions assigned to all home occupations and licensing regulations administered by the city clerk’s office will decentralize the production and dispersal of marijuana and avert the illegal and entrepreneurial use of marijuana. Hastings City Council Member Jeri DePue asked why it would be better to allow caregivers to operate out of residential rather than commercial or industrial zones. “I certainly don’t speak for Grand Rapids; this is just my take on what they have done,” said Sluggett. “I think it avoids concentrating a number of users in the same location. Essentially, they are trying to avoid big grow operations where you have multiple primary caregivers getting together to lower their costs ... Perhaps they would get together and use a big area or use a warehouse with divided areas or something like that. I think Grand Rapids is trying to avoid that scenario.” According to Sluggett, other communities in West Michigan also have adopted this approach or a variation of it and it limits the amount of medical marijuana concentrated in a single area. However, there is some question whether permitting caregivers to operate in residential neighborhoods would have an adverse impact on those neighborhoods. “I have heard the planning director for Grand Rapids speak on a couple of occasions regarding this issue, and one of the things she points out ... and it is important to keep in mind, whether you agree or disagree with the Medical Marijuana Act, the fact is the law was passed by an overwhelming majority of voters,” said Sluggett. “And, from what I have heard, there are already tens of thousands of people who have received their cards from the state. It is a reality. And, I think it is a fair comment. I’d be very surprised if it weren’t already going on in almost every community that I’m familiar with.” Treadwell asked if there is a way to limit the number of primary caregivers in a given area. Sluggett said some communities have drafted ordinances dictating distances from churches, schools, and other such locations for approved caregivers. City Council Member Dave Tossava asked how a person became qualified to be a primary caregiver. “Basically, they have been designated, they don’t have a criminal record, they are over 18 of age ...” said Sluggett. “The Act identifies what qualifications are.” Sluggett explained another approach, which he labeled a hybrid approach. This method amends a zoning ordinance to expressly prohibit medical marijuana dispensaries. This is paired with a zoning or regula- “In my dealings with communities in this area, that is probably the biggest concern those communities have — they don’t want a medical marijuana dispensary on Main Street.” – Jeff Sluggett, city attorney tory ordinance which would restrict the production of marijuana to primary givers located in zoning districts subject to special land use review and approval. To minimize the chance of medical marijuana activities from becoming too visible, the primary caregiver would be required to deliver the product to the patient. No pickup is allowed at the production site or the caregiver’s home. While several other hybrid approaches could be created, this is the approach which has been adopted by Ypsilanti Charter Township. The advantage of the hybrid approach is the use of a method for restricting uses with which the municipality is familiar and it presumably avoids what could be challenged as exclusionary zoning. However, possible disadvantages include legitimizing primary caregiving as a business operation, he added, and the ordinance needs to be drafted very carefully to avoid the creation of large-scale grow operations because it does create the potential for a concentration of medical marijuana activities in a single area of the community rather than dispersed and there are confidentiality issues involved in the required public notices. Sluggett said that other states that have legalized medical marijuana such as Colorado and California have seen a “proliferation” of medical marijuana dispensaries, or storefront operations. “In my dealings with communities in this area, that is probably the biggest concern those communities have — they don’t want a medical marijuana dispensary on Main Street,” said Sluggett. “Thankfully, the state, the department of community health, has taken the position that medical marijuana dispensaries are not a lawful use in the state of Michigan. So, we have a pretty powerful ally relative to the dispensary issue.” Even so, Sluggett added that some of the communities he works with are adding ordinance clarifying that dispensaries are not legal in their communities. Sluggett said that a final option would be the regulatory approach. “It’s an option I’ve only seen a couple of communities follow thus far, although I think it is an interesting one,” said Sluggett. “I think the City of Niles has probably the clearest example of this that I have run across thus far. What the City of Niles has largely done is they don’t treat it as a land use issue; they treat it as a police power issue, and they put regulations into effect, somewhat more stringent than what the act provides ... can’t be within a creation distance of a school, you can’t be within a certain distance of a primary caregiver ... but treat it strictly as a regulatory issue, not a land-use issue.” The advantage of the regulatory approach, according to Sluggett, is that it treats medical marijuana strictly as a police issue, and it doesn’t expressly prohibit use in residential neighborhoods. So as long as the regulations are reasonable, it has a low chance of being challenged in court. However, he added that just because it is considered a police matter doesn’t mean that there won’t be land use issues. “The only piece of advice I would give ... even though the community health department in the state has taken the position that medical marijuana dispensaries are not a lawful, permitted use, and even though I think you could rely on language that is in your zoning ordinance right now that says something to the effect that such uses are not permitted, I would err on the side of caution,” said Sluggett. “I would encourage you ... to amend you ordinances to include some express provision relative to dispensaries, that says even while the moratorium is in place ... no dispensaries are permitted. It doesn’t address the larger issue in terms of if it is going to be permitted in industrial districts, in terms of just a primary caregiver and a qualified patient, is it a home occupation or one of the other options out there? But, what it does is assure you that you are not going to end up with a storefront operation ... “And, I think it is important to notify the public, including people who are advocates for Michigan medical marijuana ... what the parameters are for what the city is willing to accept or not. And, I think taking a position on the dispensary issue, if nothing else, you are making a statement,” said Sluggett. In other business, the council: • Approved a request from the Barry Community Foundation Youth Advisory Council to hold its annual roof-sit fundraiser from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, on scaffolding placed over the flower bed in front of Second Hand Corners at the intersection of East State and South Jefferson streets in downtown Hastings. • Awarded a bid to East Jordan Iron Works for water main and appurtenances for an amount not to exceed $80,294 as recommended by Director of Public Services Tim Girrbach. • Awarded a bid to Dimond Equipment Company for a forklift truck in the amount not to exceed $9,700, as recommended by Girrbach. • Approved the purchase of services from Custom Crushing and Recycling for crushing concrete at $3.95 per ton for 21AA modified and $1 per ton for “pulling of fines” to make 21AA, and $3.75 per ton for 22A as recommended by Girrbach, who said crushing concrete at the city’s compost facility on West State Road to create aggregate would cut the costs of material, approximately, in half. In his proposal, Girrbach wrote, “Our most recent cost for the purchase of 22A road gravel was $6.73 per ton and for 21AA modified crushed concrete we paid $11.43 per ton ... With those savings we intend to use the aggregate for the next several water main projects and other projects (water main repairs, sanitary sewer repairs) related to the water and sewer system. • Approved the purchase of software upgrades for assessing and tax administration from BS&A Software for $14,275 including on-site training, as recommended by City Assessor Jackie Timmerman and Hastings City Clerk/Treasurer Tom Emery. • Authorized Mayor Bob May and Emery to sign an agreement for engineering services for the Riverwalk project with MC Smith Associates, as recommended by Girrbach. 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When Michigan residents enroll with Quitline, they will receive a personal coach who will assist them in setting a quit date and making an individualized quit plan. The personal coach also will provide ongoing support with up to five telephone coaching sessions around the caller’s quit date. “Callers using nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) along with support through a telephone-based service like 1-800-QUIT NOW can increase their chances of remaining smoke-free by 28 percent, compared to quitting ‘cold turkey,’” said Dr. Greg Holzman, chief medical executive for MDCH. “Providing access to free NRT during this promotion will greatly enhance MDCH’s mission to take steps to prevent disease, promote wellness and improve quality of life.” The Michigan Tobacco Quitline has received nearly 34,000 requests for assistance since it was launched in October 2003. The Quitline offers both English and Spanishspeaking counselors, as well as interpretive services for a wide variety of languages. For more information, call or go to www.michigan.gov/tobacco. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 12, 2010 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES TOD agreement can reduce hassles for heirs This shows an artist’s rendering of the 1908 Windstorm Company building. Cyclone prompts idea for “windstorm” company, part I The following history, likely written by one of the Cook brothers, was published in the May 3, 1056, Centennial edition of the Hastings Banner. ***** (Although not a manufacturing concern, the Michigan Mutual Windstorm Insurance company ranks along with the leading industries here in number of employees [including agents and appraisers] and total resources. It developed from an idea that originated here and grew without the assistance of any local financial support. However, the friendship and encouragement given the new enterprise in Hastings and Barry County were certainly helpful factors in carrying it through the difficult early years.) The beautiful, stately two-story brick building on the southwest corner of Broadway and State, with its fine setting, impresses one as a well-planned, well-built structure. That impression will be increased if one will visit the convenient, well-appointed rooms where officers supervise a big business, represented by $918,665,761 of insurance and 747 agents in the field. There are also the work rooms, where a busy clerical forces look after the details; there are also preserved the priceless records. The ‘Hastings Company’ This building and the lot are now carried on the books at $30,782. But it would take more than $200,000 to duplicate it with its furnishings and equipment, at present day costs of labor and materials. This is the home of the Michigan Mutual Windstorm Insurance Company, the largest of its kind in this state, and the second largest in the United States. This company now has $918,665,761 of insurance, all of which, under the mutual plan, becomes its assessable capital. It paid losses during 1955 of $562,451. After paying these in full, the company had more than $4,815,000 and securities on hand. It is now collecting its regular yearly assessment of 15 cents on each $100 of insurance. Its receipts from this company made the Hastings Post Office an office of the first class. Outside of Barry County, it is often referred to as the “Hastings Company,” and this city can hardly complain about that, you will admit. And this question naturally follows: “How did Hastings get it?” The writer believes he is in a position to answer that query, for he was in on the birth of this company, and can speak with some authority on that subject. Mr. Rogers’ Idea Usually there is some one person who is largely responsible for launching such an enterprise. That was true in this case, and his name was Daniel Webster Rogers, though everybody called him Wed, and he stood for it. He was born in Carlton Township and lived on a farm until he moved to Hastings in 1876, after he was elected secretary of the Barry and Eaton First First Insurance Company. The Windstorm Co. was first an idea that came to D.W. Rogers while he was acting as secretary of the Barry and Eaton Mutual Fire Insurance Company. It was born in his office, which was the rear room upstairs, over what was then known as Grant’s store, now occupied by Beverwyk’s Paint and Wallpaper Store at 237 W. State [In 2010, between Chamber of Commerce and Chemical Bank buildings]. The front offices upstairs were, after Jan. 1, 1877, the probate office of Barry County. Clement Smith was elected probate judge in 1876, re-elected in 1880. When his term expired Dec. 31, 1884, Judge Smith continued his law office in the same place for a time. Before his election as probate judge Mr. Smith had practiced law in Nashville for several years. While living there, he was made the secretary of the Barry and Eaton Fire Insurance Company and was a very very methodical, accurate and knew all the details of that company’s business. Judge Smith and his successor, D.W. Rogers, were warm personal friends. Mr. Rogers, who had always lived on a farm, had much to learn about his new office. He naturally and wisely secured an office next to Judge Smith’s, where he could consult him about the details, which he later mastered thoroughly. Property Destroyed How did Mr. Rogers come to think of starting a windstorm insurance company? There were two very good reasons: for two cyclones visited Barry and Eaton counties, the first early in October 1880 and the second in March 1882. Both destroyed much property and livestock in the two counties. The losers had to stand all their losses, paying the cost of Employees gather outside the first large office of what was to become Hsatings Mutual Insurance Company at the corner of Center and Jefferson streets (now Brian’s Tire and Service). the building now stands at Historic Charlton Park. Among the reasons you work hard all your life may be so you can leave something to your children, grandchildren or other family members. So, naturally, you’d like to make it as easy as possible for your heirs to take possession of those assets you want them to have. And that’s why you may want to consider establishing a Transfer on Death (TOD) agreement on certain accounts. Once you’ve established a TOD agreement for your account, ownership of the assets held in that account pass directly to the designated beneficiaries, bypassing probate. Why is this important? Because probate has three major drawbacks: • It’s time-consuming. If your estate has to go through the probate process, it could easily take a year or more for your assets to be distributed to your heirs. • It’s expensive. Attorney and court fees could devour up to 5 percent of your estate’s value — which means fewer assets going to your loved ones. • It’s public. The probate process is open to everyone. This means anyone can obtain a copy of your will, the names and contact information for your heirs, the inventory of assets and other documents filed as part of the probate proceeding. As you can see, you’ve got some good reasons to avoid probate — and a TOD agreement can help. Of course, a TOD agreement can’t meet all your estate-planning needs. While it may be particularly useful in helping you bequeath specific financial assets, such as stocks, bonds and other assets held in your brokerage accounts, it can’t help you deal with new buildings and other destroyed property out of their own pockets. It was a severe blow to many of them. It was natural that the secretary of a mutual company would think there should be a mutual company to insure property owners against windstorm losses. But D. W. Rogers not only thought about it, as probably others did, but he did something about it. First, Mr. Rogers looked up the insurance laws of Michigan and then found that there was no law then that would permit a mutual windstorm company to operate in this state. He knew that Iowa had many more cyclones than Michigan, so he got in touch with its insurance department and learned that Iowa had a mutual cyclone insurance company. He secured copies of its incorporation, charter, bylaws, also of its policies, applications and other blanks. Mr. Rogers was a man who took time to think over any matter he deemed of importance. He did not rush this one, but thought it through. When he believed he had given his plans for starting such a company in Michigan the consideration they merited, he next consulted Judge Smith and outlined his plans. His lawyer friend gave valuable aid in framing a law that would permit mutual windstorm insurance in this state, also in shaping a charter, bylaws, policies and the other blanks needed to launch this new type of mutual insurance in Michigan. The two kept the matter “under their hats” for a long time, for they wished to have the new company started right and to be the first one in this state. Supplement Salaries After having made thorough preparations for the launching of this new enterprise, the next step was the actual start. Mr. Rogers had planned to use the same personnel as the Barry and Eaton for officers and a majority of the directors. His reasons for so doing were that they were good men, thoroughly sold on mutual insurances, and were well-known in the two counties where they would begin actual work in selling this new (to Michigan) type of insurance. He also realized that it would take several years for the new company to secure enough insurance to pay reasonable salaries. What little the new company could pay on the start would add something to what they were getting from the Barry and Eaton [insurance company]; so they would feel that they could afford to work for the new company. This would keep the salary expense on the start at the minimum, which was very desirable. So it was agreed among the charter members – nearly all of whom were from Barry and Eaton counties – that Selah W. Mapes and C. E. Chappell of Eaton County and D. W. Rogers of Barry County, who were president, treasurer and secretary of the Barry and Eaton [insurance company], would hold the same offices in the new company. Sixty persons were charter members of the “Michigan Mutual Tornado and Windstorm Insurance Company.” Of these, 31 were from Barry County, one each from Allegan and Ionia, and the others were Eaton County men. Of the Barry County signers of that document 56 years ago, M.L. Cook was the last to survive. (To be continued) estate taxes or address other complex estateplanning issues. And that’s why you also may want to consider creating other estate-planning tools, such as a revocable living trust. Similar to a TOD agreement, a revocable living trust allows you to leave assets to your heirs without going through probate. Furthermore, when you set up a revocable living trust, you can control your assets during your lifetime and determine how they will eventually be distributed to your heirs. You could, for example, have money distributed to your children or grandchildren in installments, over a period of years. Many people like having this ability, especially if they are unsure of the money management skills or maturity level of their heirs. Plus, a properly established revocable living trust will carry out your wishes if you become incapacitated. Be sure to consult with your legal advisor to see if a revocable living trust is appropriate for you. While a TOD agreement can’t take the place of all estate-planning tools, it can complement them. And a TOD agreement offers another feature that can prove valuable: flexibility. Specifically, you can revoke or modify your TOD agreement at any time in response to changes in your life or family circumstances. To determine if a TOD agreement is appropriate for your needs, contact your tax advisor or legal professional. It’s taken you many years to accumulate your assets, so take some time to help ensure they end up where you want them to go. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Deer, fog involved in fatal accident A Middleville man died Aug. 10 as a result of a motor vehicle accident in Kent County. Michigan State Police from the Rockford Post responded to the scene near Alto after Charles Levi-James Chapman, 35, collided with a deer in the morning fog. 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M-43 Hwy., Hastings just north of city limits BARRY TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF BARRY, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the following is a summary of an Ordinance, being Ordinance No. 61, which was adopted by the Township Board of Barry Township at its meeting held on August 2, 2010. SECTION I. AMENDMENT OF BARRY TOWNSHIP HEALTH/SAFETY/WELFARE ORDINANCE (ORDINANCE NO. 11, AS AMENDED). This section amends the Barry Township Health/Safety/Welfare Ordinance by the addition of a new Section 4.5 defining “controlled substance” and “immediate precursor”. This section further contains a prohibition against any person possessing a hypodermic syringe or needle or any other instrument or paraphernalia adapted for the illegal use of a controlled substance by injection or the possession of any other paraphernalia used or adapted for a controlled substance to be introduced into the body, unless possession of such controlled substance by that person is authorized by law or such person is authorized by law to sell or dispense such a controlled substance. This section further prohibits any person from knowingly loitering in or about any building, residence, apartment, store, automobile, trailer or other place, or an area open to the public, where a controlled substance is being illegally used, sold, dispensed, furnished, given away or stored. Violation of this section is a criminal misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 90 days and/or a fine of not more than $500. SECTION II. SEVERABILITY. The provisions of this Ordinance are severable. SECTION III. EFFECTIVE DATE AND REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days following publication after adoption. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance are repealed. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the full text of this Ordinance has been posted in the office of the Barry Township Clerk at the address set forth below and that copies of this Ordinance may be purchased or inspected at the office of the Barry Township Clerk during regular business hours of regular working days following the date of this publication. Debra Knight, Clerk Barry Township P.O. Box 705, 155 E. Orchard Street Delton, Michigan 49046 (269) 623-5171 77548474 �Page 10 — Thursday, August 12, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Relay for Life begins at noon Friday in Hastings by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Barry County Relay for Life is ready to begin at noon Friday, Aug. 13 until noon Saturday, Aug. 14 in conjunction with the American Cancer Society. Many new activities are planned including a dance party for the public, a variety of fun games and events for kids and an opportunity for people to participate in a cancer prevention study. The 24-hour event takes place in Hastings’ Tyden Park and 55 teams, most of which have been fundraising to fight cancer for months, will participate along with many cancer survivors. The goal is to raise $129,000 for the American Cancer Society. Relay for Life is the signature fundraising event of the American Cancer Society (ACS). Teams of community members will be taking turns walking a track day and night during the event to raise funds and increase awareness for the cancer society and the fight against cancer. All cancer survivors, including people who are currently battling the disease, are especially invited to attend Friday, Aug. 13 when many cancer survivors and their caregivers will be the guests of honor and treated to special activities. “It’s a place where survivors can share their stories without saying a word,” according to ACS. Survivor registration takes place from 5 to 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 13. From 6 to 7 p.m., a survivor dinner will be held and State Rep. Brian Calley will be speaking. At 7 p.m., survivors and those battling cancer are invited to be celebrated and honored as they walk around the track during a “Survivor Lap.” During opening ceremonies at noon Friday, Aug. 13, State Senator Patty Birkholz will be speaking. “We figure at least 1,100 people will be here walking around the track,” said event Chairman Bonnie Meredith. Amy Markle, ACS community representative, added, “This is the second biggest fundraising relay in the West Michigan area. They are right behind Rockford, which is huge.” Meredith has been involved in the local relay for many years, and said she has remained faithful to the cause for such a lengthy time because “I lost both of my inlaws to cancer, my dear friend ... is battling breast cancer again and so many people in this community, so we just have to keep fighting it. “We have a couple of long-time relay supporters who are battling again. They were cancer-free, and now they are back battling again. We just found that out at our last meet- ing. So that kind of fuels the fire for all of us,” she said. At dusk Friday, Aug. 13, hundreds of candles will be lit inside luminaria bags around the relay track for the annual Luminaria Ceremony. Each luminaria bag bears the name of someone who has battled cancer. The ceremony is known for being a moving event as it illuminates the park. On a lighter note, kids activities, including a softball throw, will be provided throughout the relay event. One of the new attractions for kids is a Bounce House, provided by Pennock Health Services. Adults can get out their dancing shoes too. A dance party, one of the new events, starts at 10:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 13 on the relay grounds. The dance tent is being sponsored by Pennock Health Services. Admission to the dance party is $5 per person and the proceeds will go to battle cancer. All ages can enjoy chances to dunk local celebrities who will be sitting ducks in the dunk tank on the grounds. The Relay for Life Dunk Tank schedule for Friday, Aug. 13 includes: • 1:30 - 2 p.m., Kori Zimmerman, BCMHS • 2:00 - 2:30, Tim Schoessel, select soccer coach • 2:30 - 3, Sarah Smith, HHS Girls Varsity Soccer Coach • 3 - 3:30, Ben Conklin, HHS Boys Varsity Soccer Coach • 4:30 - 5, Rich Satterlee, Supt. Hastings Area Schools • 5 - 5:30, Pennock Hospital (TBA) • 5:30 - 6, Pennock Hospital (TBA) • 7 - 7:30, Mike Goggins, athletic director/HHS wrestling coach • 7:30-8, Darrell Slaughter, HMS wrestling coach Activities on Saturday, Aug. 14 will include more fun, with teams continuing their treks around the track. Some of the laps have whacky themes, such as wearing pajamas while walking the track. Friday’s laps will include wearing wacky hats and another chewing bubble gum. Other activities such as a softball throw, cookie eating contest, egg toss, tug of war, etc. will be going on in the soccer field area starting at 2 p.m. Friday. “We are requesting that all children/teens staying in your area overnight wear a wristband provided by the Relay,” said a spokesperson. “This will help keep out teenagers and others in the wee morning hours who don’t belong at the Relay and may be causing trouble. Please pick up wristbands at the committee/information tent area.” A brief “Fight Back (against cancer) Ceremony” will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 14 and the relay event will conclude after the closing ceremony, which begins at 11:45 p.m. That’s when awards will be presented, teams recognized and the announcement made regarding the total funds raised. Bob May is the vice chairman of this year’s relay, and one of the awards to be presented is named in his honor. Donations to Barry’s relay may be made online by visiting www.relayforlife.org/barrymi. “We have two major Excalibur sponsors this year: B.K. Pool League and Hastings Orthopedic.” The general public will not be able to park inside the park during the relay event. However, handicapped folks may park there and in the lot next to the park. Parking is available to the general public at the Hastings Middle School and a Transit bus will provide shuttle service every 15 minutes from that lot to Tyden Park from 3:30 to 10 p.m. Friday. The public also can park in city lots. After 5 p.m. Friday, the public can park across the street at Welton's Heating & Cooling, Pro Auto and Maxi Muffler. Questions about the relay may be directed to Amy Markle by e-mailing Amy.Markle@cancer.org. there full-time to lead the people and direct and manage the assets.” Brown said that s sergeant, with wages and benefits, costs approximately $83,000 per year and an animal control director would cost the county an estimated $61,000 per year. “Right now, we don’t have a director but there was a chief animal control officer and that costs out at ... just a little more $59,000 with wages and benefits,” said Brown. Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick said that it wasn’t until Leaf started talking about replacing the chief animal control officer, who is on workers’ compensation, with a sergeant from the sheriff’s department that the discussion of cost became a factor. When Houtman opened the discussion to the audience, Marcy Tepper asked if the other counties gave Brown information about budgets for outsourcing shelter services. “Sometimes it’s just moving numbers around,” she said. Brown said that his research hadn’t gone to that in depth. Kathy Wiggins said that 13 years ago, the Barry County Animal Shelter did have a director. “A directorship is something that has been done in the past and probably would help,” said Wiggins. “This has really escalated. Originally, we were talking about an advisory committee, and now we are talking about turning this whole facility over to a nonprofit agency or group and, personally, don’t know a group waiting in the wings to take it all over. I don’t know; maybe there is one I’m not aware of ...” Commissioner Mike Callton said he agreed with Wiggins that the board of commissioners should be looking at establishing an advisory board. “Really, we should be going down the road of the advisory board and allow them to do this more visionary study,” said Callton. “At this point in time, contracting out functions has to be studied more, and that group would be better suited to study that and then bring it to us.” Commissioner Joe Lyons said he believes that Animal Control needs a director. “Everything we’ve heard the past several months ... we have to prioritize ... I have serious concerns about how it is run down there, what the personnel are doing,” said Lyons. “Sheriff Leaf said there would be a sergeant part-time. To me, part-time is out of the question; we need a director. There has been enough interest from people in this county that this is a priority to them. Budget-wise, yes, everything costs money. But, what we have to do and what we feel is best is, where do our moneys go? What is most important to this county? Ms. Wiggins mentioned the advisory board. I agree that is a priority, and everything I’ve heard, I’d like to see director in place, the advisory committee, and then go from there. I think it could work because with an advisory committee, we’re talking about getting people involved, and I just think with those people involved, the donations will be threefold .... The more people you get involved ... more adoptions, more donations ... I think that is the route we have to go ...” Nevins said that while he “understands where Van Nortwick and [Lyons] are coming from,” he felt an advisory committee should be established first. “Then, three months or four months down the road, if they felt we needed a director to take it over ... then that’s when we are going to look at it,” he said. “So over the last two or three months you haven’t seen enough to warrant a director?” Lyons asked Nevins. “I understand where you are coming from ... but I wanted to give this advisory committee a chance to look at it. And, who knows? Two months down the road, we may need a director and we’ll do it. But, I wanted to give this advisory committee a chance.” “This is my point,” said Lyons. “ ... But, don’t you think this advisory committee will come up with the same conclusions that we have heard here for the last couple of months?” “That’s a possibility, they probably will, but I wanted to hear from them,” said Nevins. “I want to get those citizens on there and get more people involved in it and maybe that convinces other people that, yes, we need it ... But, I didn’t realize in this motion, that it was also talking about advertising for a director ... eventually, you are right, it’s going to come out of the general fund, it’s going to cost money, either way. We’re working on budgets right now; I’m not using that as an excuse right now. But, let’s give this committee time to work.” “Part of my motion was an advisory committee ...” said Lyons “But another part was for a director,” counter Nevins. “Yes ...” said Lyons. “I can agree to that, but not a director right now,” said Nevins. “Three months down the road we might need one ... I want to hear this advisory committee. I would like to see it seated.” Commissioner Mike Bremer called the question. Houtman said a two-thirds vote was needed to conclude the debate and call the question. He conducted a roll-call vote, which failed 2-6, with Bremer and Gibson casting the votes in favor of ending the debate. Vice-Chair Craig Stolsonburg said he felt if they established the advisory board and gave it time to research the cost of adding a director or privatizing the shelter service, that would give the county board a better idea of which direction it should take. “There were certain people, including the sheriff, that were against the advisory board,” said Nevins. “He has worked with us ... and I encouraged him and want him in on the interview process, and he’s willing to go along with that; he’s willing to give it a chance. And, I think if the sheriff said, in three or four months, ‘Yeah, I guess we do need a director ...’ he’s still going to be involved with that for enforcement purposes, that side of it. But, we have got to go along with this now. I’m not saying we won’t need a director down the road ... Let’s give it a chance.” “At some point, we have to have someone run the shelter care,” said Houtman. “I understand that,” said Nevins. This has drug on for quite some time ...” said Lyons. “Too long,” interjected Nevins. “I’m just trying to get a consensus,” said Lyons. “If this advisory board is adopted, we would take the advice of the advisory board. If that board came back and said we need a director, that they would be on board with that.” “I don’t have a problem with that,” said Houtman. “I personally think we need someone to lead the employees and manage the assets better at the Animal Control shelter; if that involves a director, that’s fine.” “I think you have everyone’s backing on that, Joe,” said Nevins. VanNortwick suggested a moratorium on the sheriff hiring anyone until the advisory board is in place and comes back to the county board with its recommendation. After debate about the employment status of current Animal Control officers, Callton spoke up and noted that the discussion was drifting away from the question at hand. Houtman agreed. Bremer said he would like to amend the resolution at hand, removing references to hiring a director for Animal Control and reassigning responsibility for the Animal Control and leaving those items relating to the establishment of an advisory committee. Callton said that before the proposal was amended, the board needed to vote “up or down” the ordinance as presented, then a new ordinance could be proposed and voted upon. Bremer withdrew his motion to amend and made a motion to vote on the original resolution as presented. Houtman asked for a roll-call vote to see if two-thirds of the board members were in favor of calling the original question. All except Lyons were in favor. Houtman then called a vote on the resolution as presented — reassigning administration of Barry County Animal Control, advertising for a director of Animal Control and establishing an 11-member advisory committee. Houtman, Lyons and VanNortwick voted in favor of the motion, all others opposed. The motion failed. Stolsonburg then made a motion to amend the proposal as previously suggested by Bremer, which would establish the advisory committee but not the creation of a director’s post or reassign responsibility for Animal Control to an entity other than the sheriff’s department. The motion passed unanimously. Before the vote was taken, Leaf said he was not opposed to another entity taking over the shelter function at a future date. “That was one of my big stepping stones, was the law enforcement part of it,” said Leaf. “Leave the law enforcement to the professionals, and they know how to adopt animals out better. Why not give it a shot?” In other business, the board approved the following: • The Hastings Downtown Development Authority to prepare construction drawings for the a war memorial to be located on the courthouse grounds in accordance with the site plan depicted on the map of surface features prepared by Reynolds Land Surveying, dated July 16. • The easement agreement between the county and George P. and Mary C. Ransome regarding the former Michigan Central Railroad right of way located in the southwest quarter of Section 26 of Hastings Charter township. • The State of Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning Secondary Road Patrol Grant application for fiscal year 2011. • The re-establishment of a per diem system for boards and commissions other than the county board of commissioners and to use the existing per diem rates of $25 for meetings lasting up to one hour; $50 per meeting over one hour, up to one half day; and $100 for meetings over one-half day or multiple meetings in the same day, beginning Jan. 1, 2011. Correction: Last week’s county board story should have read that it was Chief Animal Control Officer Pam Ronchetti (now Beckwith) who spoke to Undersheriff Bob Baker about donation funds at the Barry County Animal Shelter. BOARD, continued from page 1 and the remaining 10 do contract for the service. “It is not necessarily indicative of the rest of the state ... those who don’t do it, didn’t really respond,” said Brown. Among the counties that contract for animal control services are Ottawa, Calhoun, Isabella, Muskegon, Crawford, Mecosta, Iron and Marquette, according to Brown. “Commissioner [Howard “Hoot”] Gibson asked for us to try to focus it on comparables. In the short timeframe, we didn’t have the opportunity to get that sophisticated. We were just trying to get some raw information at this point,” he said. “What we found ... was that nobody contracts out the [enforcement of] animal control function. That may be an obvious statement. I haven’t researched it enough to see if that is even permissible; but, my guess is that it is not a permissible function, the enforcement function of it.” Brown said his research revealed that animal control enforcement seems to reside in the hands of the local sheriff departments, the health departments or a stand-alone agency. “The sheriff’s department seems to be most common for enforcement, at least for those we heard from,” he said. The sheltering and care of animals in the shelter, including euthanasia, are contracted out in some counties, according to Brown. “Some use a private building ... some utilize their existing facility and contract for a company or a nonprofit to come in and provide it within a county facility,” he said. “So, there are some variations here. The agencies that are contracted with also differ a little bit ... Most of them are nonprofits, or 501(c)3s. Some of them are Humane Society, some are nonprofits that were created as a group of individuals ... simply to provide the service — that would be Pound Buddies out of Muskegon ...” Brown said that in his research, only one county, Mecosta, used a private party to provide shelter service. The costs associated with running an animal shelter also varied, according to Brown. “Muskegon County spends about $88,000 a year contracting the service out ... to operate the shelter within a county facility,” he said. “Calhoun County spends $57,100 with the Calhoun County Animal Shelter Group. They operate that out of a private facility. Calhoun County contracts for both the sheltering function and the facility; they don’t own their own facility.” Commissioner Don Nevins asked why some counties are looking into contracting for shelter services. “I think the same very similar issues we are having,” said Brown. “There is a constituency group that has come to the table and said, ‘Hey, we think something can be done better than it is,’ and then taking a look at if there is a way to accomplish that. Again, it’s not being critical about how things are being done. You have a constituency group out there in this area that is very passionate about what it is. You get the fortune of trying to determine what the appropriate level of service is. Admittedly, there are varying levels of service that can be provided, and we may not be able to provide everything ...” “But, it sounds like there might be a cost savings, too, when you read out some of those figures ... Calhoun $57,000,” said Nevins. “What does it cost us, $240,000?” Brown said Calhoun and Muskegon counties aren’t comparable to Barry County, and as long as Barry County has its animal control ordinance in place, it has to have at least two enforcement officers and a clerk in its facility. “Two hundred and forty thousand includes both the wages and the benefits associated with those three staff, plus about $50,000, if memory serves me, for operations,” said Brown. “What I’ve seen, in talking to folks about moving in that direction [toward contracting shelter services] is that you get folks that that is all they do. They are passionate and committed to running a facility.” Brown said most contracts for shelter services stipulate that the agency running the shelter is required to provide space for any and all animals brought in by county Animal Control officers. Houtman said that making space for incoming animals didn’t necessarily mean animals already in the shelter had to be euthanized to make room for the animals brought in by Animal Control. “Oh, no,” said Brown. “I think that is the whole point ... those folks are committed and have the resources to move an animal into a home ... or foster care ... the resources just don’t end once the space is full.” Houtman asked Brown for an “apples to apples” comparison of the cost of a sergeant to the cost of an Animal Control director. “Let me just qualify that,” said Houtman. “I think there is a feeling that it will be parttime for a sergeant. However, in terms of comparison, I think we need to use full-time across the board. And, secondly, at least it is my feeling and some other members of this board, that we do need something, somebody To enroll, or obtain more information, please go to www.hassk12.org Click on “Facilities” to go to Hastings Alternative Education. Don’t miss out on this GREAT opportunity!!! 77548546 If interested contact the school at stw@hassk12.org or call (269) 838-8005 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 12, 2010 — Page 11 DNRE responds to Kalamazoo River oil spill Local biologist helping out Children and parents alike get up and dance to “Blue Moon.” Hastings library holds beach bash to conclude reading program by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern On Saturday, July 31, Hastings Public Library held a ‘Summer Rock ‘n’ Roll Beach Party’ to mark the end of the summer reading program. When the young readers walked in the door, they were handed popcorn and could receive a stick-on tattoo. The kids were then ushered into the community room where Bill Donehue, local musician and entertainer, played music for the 30 children in attendance. Kids were called up to attempt to sing for themselves in front of parents and fellow reading program participants, were instructed to dance, and were told what it was like growing up back when those rock ‘n’ roll “oldies” were played on the beach. The children danced and flailed for the hour they were in attendance, and each one took home a prize out if a grab bag. With the conclusion of the summer reading program, library staff and readers considered this another successful summer reading program for the Hastings Public Library. Kids are pulled up in front of the crowd to display their musical abilities. Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, Aug. 12 — Movie Memories remembers Vera Ellen with “Three Little Words,” 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 16 — library board of directors meet, 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 17 — young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information. This map turtle was completely covered with oil from the spill. (Photo by David Kenyon, Michigan DNRE) All summer long, American television audiences have watched images of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill beamed into their homes almost daily. Then in late July, Michigan residents were given front-row seats to a similar, albeit much smaller in scope, disaster as a leaking oil pipeline spilled heavy crude oil into Talmadge Creek, which flows into the Kalamazoo River near Marshall. Exactly how much oil leaked from the pipeline — which transported crude oil from Indiana to Sarnia, Ontario — is in dispute, with estimates ranging from about 800,000 gallons to more than a million. Either way, the spill was catastrophic, said the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment; enough oil escaped from the pipeline to put a petroleum sheen on the river for 35 miles downstream – from Marshall to just upstream from the Kalamazoo city limits — and coat the riparian zone with black gunk along the way. Because petroleum pipelines fall under the jurisdiction of the federal government, the Environmental Protection Agency became the lead agency to oversee the disaster with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service taking on the task of protecting the fish and wildlife resources along the waterway. But the Department of Natural Resources and Environment sprung into action as well, aiding the federal effort to rescue and protect fish and wildlife along the river corridor. “We’re in it from soup to nuts,” said DNRE Director Becky Humphries. “Our fisheries and wildlife people and our law enforcement officers have been on the scene from the start. Our water people are out sampling, upstream and downstream, and our air quality people are working with the communities to make sure we’re evacuating the right people. We’re in it up to our eyeballs – a whole department effort.” The DNRE Fisheries Division immediately mobilized teams to begin surveying the affected area to try to determine the extent of the damage to fish and wildlife resources. (Reptiles and amphibians are overseen by the fisheries division.) Teams were on the water, observing and collecting specimens downriver from the spill within a couple of days, as soon as the EPA allowed them on the water, said Humphries. “We need to know the impacts of this event as soon as we can,” said Gary Whelan, pro- As kids walk in, they are stamped with tattoos to promote reading. Lakewood Choral Society and Thornapple Jazz Orchestra to present joint concert On Saturday, Aug. 21, the Lakewood Area Choral Society and the Thornapple Jazz Orchestra will present a joint concert at 7:30 p.m. at Hope United Methodist Church in Hastings. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are not required, and a freewill offering will be taken during the program. Robert C. Oster, conductor of the choral society, and Joe LaJoye, orchestra conductor, will once again be collaborating on this joint performance. The two are long-time friends and were former colleagues when they taught together at Lakewood High School in the late 1970s. Throughout the concert, each ensemble will perform two individual sets. The orchestra will play a variety of big band jazz standards, including “Jeannine” as performed by the Manhattan Transfer, “Everyday I Feel the Blues” by Count Basie, and “O Lady Be Good.” The choral society will sing selections from Broadway musicals as well as patriotic, barbershop, Sweet Adeline, and gospel settings. Choral society members Jim DeYoung and Jean Weygandt will be featured as soloists with the orchestra, and the concert will conclude with the groups performing together on an arrangement of Route 66. The Thornapple Jazz Orchestra was established in 1987 by LaJoye, who was band director at Hastings High School at the time. The ensemble, which originally was called Les Jazz, was comprised of community members with an interest in performing music rooted in the Big Band Jazz genre. The Thornapple Jazz Orchestra includes a vast repertoire of literature to include vintage big band music as well as music for the contemporary big band. A full complement ensemble of five saxophones, four trombones, four trumpets, piano, bass, drums, and singer can be heard on any given concert performing arrangements from the likes of Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and Glenn Miller. The orchestra’s performances include frequent appearances at the County Seat Restaurant, the Middle Villa Inn, as well as numerous community events such as Summerfest, Fridays at the Fountain, and Art Hops. “The band has been a big hit as they have performed each year at the Thornapple Arts Council annual jazz festival in Hastings,” a spokesperson said. The Lakewood Area Choral Society, formed in 1986 by Robert C. Oster, is currently celebrating its 25th anniversary year and boasts a roster of over 100 singers. Yearly, the choral society presents numerous sacred and secular concerts throughout the state. They have performed at the Welsh Auditorium in Grand Rapids, Miller Auditorium in Kalamazoo, the Opera House in Grand Ledge, and the Renaissance Center in Detroit. The choral society has appeared twice at the annual Grand Rapids Arts Festival, at Art in the Park in Lake Odessa, and has held many concerts at various fairs, schools, and churches. The choir has sung the National Anthem for the West Michigan Whitecaps, the Lansing Lugnuts, and the Detroit Tigers as well as for high school basketball games in the Lakewood area. In the past 13 years, the choral society has embarked on two European trips, in 1997 and 2000, as well as a trip to New York in June of 2004. In 2007, the choral society returned to New York and then cruised to Canada, with concerts performed in Halifax and Saint John. A 25th anniversary trip to Chicago was taken last June. DNRE fisheries technician Mike Wilson shows off an oil-covered turtle picked up along the Kalamazoo River. (Photo by David Kenyon, Michigan DNRE) A great blue heron, covered with oil, seeks refuge in the tall vegetation along the Kalamazoo River. (Photo by David Kenyon, Michigan DNRE) gram manager of the fisheries division’s hatchery who was acting chief of the division the week the leak occurred. “Oiled reptiles are a problem, and we certainly have a lot of them. We’ve seen a lot of turtles in distress.” Fisheries crews sampling the river, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service employees are collecting oil-covered turtles and taking them to rehabilitation centers to be cleaned. A pair of soft-shelled turtles that were collected and cleaned were released at Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek. Through the early days of the leak, the fisheries crews failed to find any large-scale fish kills. But just because fisheries staffers have yet to find such kills, doesn’t mean they won’t. “We might see delayed mortalities,” Whelan said. “We’ll be looking for fish kills for some time to come. We’ll be surveying for certainly weeks and it could be months.” And fish are not the only concern, Whelan said, referencing insects, crayfish, mussels, frogs and other river dwellers. “Those things can be hard to detect,” he said. The fisheries division has good data on what fisheries populations should look like along the river because of the division’s longterm Status and Trends Survey Program. So future population surveys could yield important information on how fish were affected by the spill. But similar data does not exists for reptiles or amphibians, so fisheries crews are conducting surveys upstream from the spill to try to generate baseline data for future comparisons. John Lerg, wildlife habitat biologist out of the DNRE’s Plainwell office, went to the scene of the spill immediately to assess the damage. “Early in the week, I was looking at the oil on the habitat,” said Lerg, a 40-year DNRE veteran. “Later in the week, I was working with a team trying to capture birds and transport them to rehabilitation facilities. “Now I’m imbedded on a fisheries team looking for anything you might see at nearshore environments.” Lerg, who was on Morrow Pond (where the oil spill seemed to have been contained) a week after the spill began, said the wildlife he saw on the pond — ranging from turtles to great blue herons — looked to be healthy.” “I’ve been investigating reports of oiled birds downstream from here, and from what I can tell, the reports are true,” he said. “These birds are able to fly and are able to cover 10 or 20 miles. We don’t see many birds that cannot fly.” Lerg said many of the Canada geese that are covered with oil are clustering at locations where there are other birds. “They’re pulling up on mowed grass areas and staying out of the water,” Lerg said. “There may be 100 geese and maybe 15 to 20 of them are oiled.” Lerg said workers have taken a number of creatures, including Canada geese, mallard ducks, a great blue heron, a kingfisher, muskrats, a mute swan to the rehabilitation center. And though he’s not seen a lot of mortality, other than muskrats, he’s not sure wildlife is out of the woods yet. “I’m very concerned about the amount of oil in the habitat near the spill sight,” he said. “I’m afraid the oil is going to not only impact wildlife directly but also impact it indirectly by affecting the wetland vegetation and aquatic vegetation and degrading the wildlife habitat.” �Page 12 — Thursday, August 12, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Frederic J. Saint Amour, II, A Married Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 4, 2005, and recorded on October 10, 2005 in instrument 1154234, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-Six And 97/100 Dollars ($103,556.97), including interest at 4.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of Craig-Garwood Plat, thence North 1 Degrees 44 Minutes East 150 Feet to the Point of Beginning, thence South 88 Degrees 16 Minutes East 83 Feet, thence North 48 Degrees 14 Minutes East 125, Thence North 1 Degrees 44 Minutes East 207.3 Feet, thence North 40 Degrees 16 Minutes West 33 Feet to a Point in the center of Hammond Road, thence in a South and West Direction to the Point of Beginning, being the Southeast 1/4 fo Section 1, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 5, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548178 File #287197F04 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on May 18, 2005 by Cabro Partners, LLC, Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on May 23, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1146876. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Four Hundred Forty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Twenty and 37/100 Dollars ($445,420.37), including interest at 7.0% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, August 26, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Parcel 8: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of said Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road and the true point of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 353.00 feet to the Northerly right of way line of Enterprise Drive; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 207 feet along said Northerly line; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 400.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 163.51 feet; thence South 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds East, 63.92 feet to the point of beginning. EXCEPT: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road; thence along said Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 328.50 feet to the true point of beginning; thence continuing along the Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 24.50 feet to the North right-of-way line of Enterprise Drive; thence along said North right-of-way line of Enterprise Drive North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 23.16 feet; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 17.33 feet; thence North 38 degrees 03 minutes 12 seconds East, 9.10 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 17.58 feet to the point of beginning. Tax Parcel No: 55-265-028-00; More commonly known as 1135 Enterprise Drive, Hastings, Michigan. The redemption period shall be six months from the date of the sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank /s/ Rachel J. Foster Dated: July 20, 2010 By: Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 77547732 269-226-2982 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian C Austin and Tanya M Austin, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 21, 2006, and recorded on January 3, 2007 in instrument 1174583, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Eight Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-Four And 47/100 Dollars ($128,554.47), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northeast corner of the Southeast quarter of the Northwest quarter of Section 25, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, thence South along the East line of said Southeast quarter of the Northwest quarter, 331 feet, thence West 277 feet, thence North 160 feet, thence West 207 feet, thence North 171 feet to the North line of said Southeast quarter of the Northwest quarter, thence East along said North line 484 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06721433 File #329184F01 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE THIS LAW FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Elbert M. Glass and Cherilynn Glass of Charles City, Virginia, Mortgagors, unto Consumers Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated the 19th day of September, 2002, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deed for the County of Kalamazoo and State of Michigan on the 21st day of October, 2002, in Liber 1089844 of Barry County Records, on Pages 1-19, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, at the date of this notice, for principal and interest, the sum of $98,291.58. And no suit or proceeding at law or in equity have been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. local time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder or bidders, for cash at the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held, of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 6.250% per annum and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises, which said premises are situated in the County of Barry, and described as follows: THE WEST 1/2 OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIPTION: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DISTANT 404 FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 30 MINUTES WEST 605 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 30 MINUTES EAST 605 FEET TO PLACE OF BEGINNING. TOGETHER WITH PERPETUAL EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS BY OTHERS OVER THE NORTH 15.00 FEET OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL; THE EAST 1/2 OF THE FOLLOWING: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST; DISTANT NORTH 404 FEET NORTH TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 30’ 605 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 30’ EAST 605 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. Tax Parcel No. 08-03-013-002-50 The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 9, 2010 Gordon C. Miller (P28470) Attorney for Mortgagee DRAFTED BY: Tyren R. Cudney Lennon, Miller, O’Connor & Bartosiewicz, PLC. 900 Comerica Building Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77548527 (269) 381-8844 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Douglas R Baker and Melissa M Baker, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA (the "Savings Bank") from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, acting as receiver for the Savings Bank and pursuant to its authority under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1821(d), Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2007, and recorded on May 3, 2007 in instrument 1180067, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eight Thousand Twenty-Two And 94/100 Dollars ($208,022.94), including interest at 6.8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: The North one-half of the East one-half of the Northeast one-quarter of Section 13, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, except commencing at the Northwest corner of the East one-half of the Northeast one-quarter of Section 13; thence East along the North Section line approximately 780 feet to a point 10 feet West of the existing tree line; thence approximately South 1320 feet to the existing fence row, thence West along said fence row to the center of McKibben Road approximately 780 feet; thence North to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547719 File #329971F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary Lee Lake, a married man and Catherine M. Lake, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 28, 2006, and recorded on May 10, 2006 in instrument 200605100006133, and modified by agreement dated February 18, 2009, and recorded on March 6, 2009 in instrument 200903060002081, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Seven Thousand Three Hundred FiftyFour And 29/100 Dollars ($177,354.29), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Section 9, Town 1 North, Range 7 West; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 1073.00 feet along the East line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 35 minutes 39 seconds West 253.00 feet parallel with the South line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 442.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 35 minutes 39 seconds East 73.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 12.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 35 minutes 39 seconds East 180.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 430.00 feet along the East line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 5, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548236 File #237597F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicole F. Braunschneider and Harold Mattox, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 14, 2007, and recorded on April 2, 2007 in instrument 1178196, and modified by Affidavit or Order received by and recorded, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Three Thousand Six Hundred Fifteen And 41/100 Dollars ($203,615.41), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that part of Lot B, Crooked Lake Summer Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof, described as commencing at the Southwest corner of said Lot B, running thence Northwesterly along the Westerly line of said Lot 41.39 feet; thence East parallel with the South line of said Lot 93.6 feet; thence Southeasterly parallel with the course 40 feet to the South line of said Lot, thence West on the South line of said Lot B, 83.15 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548482 File #332391F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dean A. Hughes and Heidi M. Hughes, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 23, 2001, and recorded on October 31, 2001 in instrument 1069009, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Five Hundred Forty-Three And 40/100 Dollars ($109,543.40), including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, distant North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 722.94 feet from the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 11; thence North 05 degrees 26 minutes 26 seconds West 286.50 feet along the centerline of Cobb Road; thence South 89 degrees 11 minutes 20 seconds East 688.65 feet to the Northwest corner of Lot 103 of the Plat of Fair Lake Park Annex, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 4 of Plats, on Page 63; thence South 03 degrees 48 minutes 42 seconds East 175.21 feet along the Westerly line of said plat; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 27 seconds West 26.80 feet to the Northwest corner of Lot 100 of said plat; thence South 03 degrees 43 minutes 33 seconds East 100.94 feet to the Southwest corner of Lot 99 of said plat; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 652.81 feet along the South line of Section 11 to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for ingress and egress over the Southerly 66 feet thereof. Also subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Westerly 33 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 5, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548184 File #081567F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brad Eldred, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 19, 2004, and recorded on August 25, 2004 in instrument 1132948, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Five And 35/100 Dollars ($90,935.35), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 15, Loehr's Landing, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 61. Together with an easement for the benefit of Lots 1 thru 4, inclusive, 13 thru 15, inclusive, and Lots 33 thru 35, inclusive over part of Lot 37 of Loehr's Landing #1 described as: commencing at a point on Lakeview Road at the corner of Lots 37 and 38 of the plat of Loehr's Landing No.1; thence Southeasterly on the Westerly Lot line of Lot 37, 20 feet for the point of beginning; thence Northwesterly on said Lot line 20 feet; thence Northeasterly on the Lot line Common to Lots 37 and 38 of said plat to the Easterly line of Lot 37; thence South 41 degrees 17 minutes East on said Easterly line a distance of 60 feet; thence Southwesterly to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06721287 File #312833F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Dennis A Rodgers and Karen S Rodgers, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Polaris Home Funding Corp., Mortgagee, dated November 13, 2007 and recorded November 20, 2007 in Instrument #20071120-0004434 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, by assignment dated June 30, 2010 and recorded July 6, 2010 in Instrument # 201007060006387 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eighteen Thousand One Hundred Six Dollars and Fifty-Two Cents ($218,106.52) including interest 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on August 19, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 8, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, Woodland Township, Barry County, Michigan; distant North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, 220.00 feet from the South one quarter post of said Section 8; thence North 00 degrees 51 minutes 13 seconds East, 262.30 feet parallel with the North-South one quarter line of said Section 8; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, 328.92 feet; thence South 02 degrees 22 minutes 27 seconds West, 262.50 feet; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, 335.89 feet along said South line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Southerly 33 feet thereof and any other easements or restrictions of record. Commonly known as 6345 Jordan Rd, Woodland MI 48897 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 7/22/2010 BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 10-26049 77547768 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 12, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage (hereinafter Mortgage) and Note and Disclosure Statement (hereinafter Note) made by John A. Eichenauer and Sandra Eichenauer, Husband and Wife (hereinafter Mortgagors), whose address is 6923 Shoreline Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046 (or 6543 Colgrove, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49048) to Access First Federal Credit Union f/k/a/ Kalamazoo Postal Federal Credit Union (hereinafter Mortgagee) whose address is 52800 North Main, Mattawan, Michigan 49071, which Mortgage is dated January 21, 2004, and recorded on February 17, 2004, in the Barry County Register of Deeds, State of Michigan, at Instrument No. 1122296. As of July 29, 2010, the amount due under the Mortgage, made by Mortgagors in favor of Mortgagee, is the sum of Forty Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Five and 05/100 ($40,965.05) Dollars, which includes interest as provided under the Note as 11.75% per annum, to the extent that such interest is allowable under the Mortgage, the related Loan Documents (hereinafter Loan Documents), and under Michigan law. This sum will increase as additional interest, costs, expenses, and attorneys fees accrue under the Loan Documents and which are permitted under Michigan law after the date set forth above. Under the power of sale contained in the Mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public sale to the highest bidder at the East steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058, that being the place of the holding of the Circuit Court for Barry County, State of Michigan, on Thursday, September 2, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. The premises subject to the Mortgage which is being sold is located at 6923 Shoreline Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046, located in the Township of Barry, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and legally described as follows: Lot 22 of Popular Beach #2, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 31, Barry County records. Tax ID No. 08-03-150-019-00. The redemption period shall be SIX (6) MONTHS from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the premises is determined to be abandoned under MCLA§600.3241a in which case the redemption may be shortened to thirty (30) days. Date: July 29, 2010 MORTGAGEE: Access First Federal Credit Union f/k/a/ Kalamazoo Postal Federal Credit Union 52800 North Main Mattawan, MI 49071 Drafted by: Jeffrey D. Swenarton Attorney for Mortgagee Kreis, Enderle, Hudgins & Borsos, P.C. P.O. Box 4010 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49003-4010 Phone: (269) 324-3000 Fax: (269) 324-3010 77547916 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kenneth E Jackson, and A Marie Jackson, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 8, 2007, and recorded on June 19, 2007 in instrument 1181895, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Four Thousand Five Hundred Eighteen And 35/100 Dollars ($164,518.35), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 11, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of Section 11; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 1319.03 feet along the South line of Section 11; thence North 00 degrees 46 minutes 40 seconds West 233.46 feet; thence North 13 degrees 34 minutes 20 seconds East 985.63 feet along the centerline of Whitneyville Road to the point of beginning of this description; continuing thence North 13 degrees 34 minutes 20 seconds East 256.70 feet along the centerline of Whitneyville Road (100 feet wide); thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 200 feet; thence South 13 degrees 34 minutes 20 seconds West 287.63 feet; thence North 81 degrees 08 minutes 00 seconds West 195.07 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548509 File #267248F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy P. Brownell, married man and Mindy Brownell, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 21, 2007, and recorded on December 27, 2007 in instrument 200712270005556, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Two And 36/100 Dollars ($116,272.36), including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, except the North 657 feet thereof and except the West 100 feet of the South 165 feet of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 26 and excepting that part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26 lying Easterly on a line described as follows: Beginning at a point of the South 1/8 line of said Section 26, distant East 755 feet from the Northwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 26; thence South 390 feet; thence Southwesterly 187 feet to the Northwest corner of land owned by Leo J. Reszutko and wife, thence South 45 degrees West 277 feet; thence East 40 feet; thence South parallel with the West line of Section 26 to the South line of Section 26 and the point of ending. Also includes 2003 Spring Creek Serial Number CHIN101939C The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547763 File #239757F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael B. Heers joined herein pro forma by His Wife, Julie L. Heers, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 22, 2008, and recorded on May 29, 2008 in instrument 20080529-0005655, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Seven Thousand Thirty And 12/100 Dollars ($137,030.12), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 26, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North 0 degrees along the East line 660 feet; thence North 89 degrees 20 minutes West parallel with the South Section line 990 feet; thence North 0 degrees 660 feet; thence North 45 degrees 00 minutes East 183 feet; thence South 34 degrees 14 minutes 45 seconds East 351.93 feet; thence South 0 degrees 2 minutes 17 seconds East 502.30 feet; thence North 89 degrees 20 minutes West 327.81 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to a 66.00 foot wide easement, the South line of said easement being described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, thence North 0 degrees 00 minutes along the East line of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 600.00 feet to the place of beginning thence North 89 degrees 20 minutes West 990.00 feet to the place of ending. Subject to easements, use, building and other restrictions of record, is any. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547858 File #320729F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brandon S Zalewski, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2005, and recorded on November 22, 2005 in instrument 1156594, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy And 59/100 Dollars ($131,770.59), including interest at 9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 10, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, distant South 89 degrees 57 minutes 44 seconds West 1852.62 feet from the Northeast corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 11 minutes 23 seconds East 193.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 44 seconds West 47.25 feet to the Easterly right of way line of the former Grand River Valley Railroad; thence Northerly 215.38 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 1686.00 feet, the central angle of which is 7 degrees 19 minutes 10 seconds and the chord of which bears North 26 degrees 18 minutes 45 seconds West 215.24 feet to the North line of said Section 10; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 44 seconds East 142.02 feet along said Section line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Northerly 33 feet thereof for Parmalee Road. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548440 File #331418F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on May 18, 2005 by James E. Brown, not personally but as trustee on behalf of the James E. Brown Trust, Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on May 24, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1146984. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Three and 19/100 Dollars ($199,343.19), including interest at 7.0% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, August 26, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Parcel 2: Commencing at the center post of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan and running thence North 89° 30’ West 352 feet more or less along the East-West 1/4 line of said section to a point distant South 89° 30’ East 425 feet from the East line of Highway M-37; thence South 00° 11’ East 60 feet parallel with the East line of Highway M-37 to the true place of beginning; thence South 00° 11’ East 385 feet; thence North 89° 30’ West 275 feet; thence North 00° 11’ West 85 feet; thence South 89° 30’ East 25 feet; thence North 00° 11’ West 300 feet; thence South 89° 30’ East 250 feet to the place of beginning. Together with others and easement 60 feet in width for ingress and egress, the South line of which is coincident with the North line of above described parcel, and extending from the East line of Highway M-37 to the East line of above described parcel. P.P. #08-06-020-025-40 More commonly known as 450 Meadow Run, Hastings, Michigan The redemption period shall be six months from the date of the sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank Dated: July 20, 2010 By: Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 77547738 269-226-2982 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-025550-10-DE Estate of Richard Lee Hargrove. Date of birth: 09/17/1931. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Richard Lee Hargrove, who lived at 1629 Ottawa Trail, Hastings, Michigan died 03/08/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Michael Garrison Smith, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Hastings and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 08/09/2010 Michael Garrison Smith 7105 Hidden Ridge Drive SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77548507 (616) 682-1075 NOTICE TO FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR, ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE; PLEASE CONTACT US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has occurred in a mortgage made by, Gregory L. Wilson and Karen S. Wilson, to First Community Federal Credit Union dated May 10, 2000 and recorded on May 16, 2000 at Document No. 1044354 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $105,948.40. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on September 2, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East entrance, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 5.80 % per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan law. The property to be sold is described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 Post of Section 8, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence South 01 degrees 21’ 00” East along the North and South 1/4 line of said section, 1320.96 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50’ 00” East along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 8, a distance of 813.47 feet; thence South 37 degrees 13’ 48” East 95.34 feet; thence South 34 degrees 25’ 30” East 112.31 feet; thence South 39 degrees 29’ 34” East, 62.81 feet; thence South 40 degrees 47’ 17” East, 176.21 feet; thence South 42 degrees 14’ 35” East, 360.00 feet; thence South 52 degrees 43’ 27” East, 119.55 feet to the true place of beginning; thence North 34 degrees 54’ 04” East, 102.82 feet to a traverse line along the Shore of Pleasant Lake; thence South 63 degrees 42’ 41” East, along said traverse line 54.00 feet to the end of said traverse line; thence South 36 degrees 38’ 32” West, 113.03 feet; thence North 52 degrees 43’ 27” West, 50.00 feet to the place of beginning. Intending to include all land between the above described traverse line and the waters edge of Pleasant Lake. Granting the following easements pursuant to Barry County Circuit Court order dated February 9, 1987 to parties described therein. Easement 1: An easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 30 feet wide described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 8, Town 1, North, Range 9 West; thence South 01 degrees 21’ 00” East along the North and South 1/4 line of said section 1320.96 feet to the place of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 50’ 00” East along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of said section 8, a distance of 813.47 feet; thence South 37 degrees 13’ 48” East 37.76 feet; thence North 89 degrees 50’ 00” West 835.61 feet to said North and South 1/4 line; thence North 01 degrees 21’ 00” West along said 1/4 line 30.01 feet to the place of beginning. Easement 2: An easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 16.50 feet wide described as: commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 8, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence South 01 degrees 21’ 00” East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 1320.96 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50’ 00” East along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 8, a distance of 813.47 feet: thence South 37 degrees 13’ 48” East 37.76 feet to the true place of beginning; Thence South 37 degrees 13’ 48” East 57.57 feet; thence South 34 degrees 25’ 30” East 112.31 feet; thence South 39 degrees 29’ 34” East 62.81 feet; thence South 40 degrees 47’ 17” East 176.21 feet; thence South 42 degrees 14’ 35” East 360.00 feet; thence South 52 degrees 43’ 26” East 269.55 feet; thence South 59 degrees 00’ 18” East 200.00 feet; thence South 43 degrees 36’ 32” West 16.91 feet; thence North 59 degrees 00’ 18” West 197.21 feet; thence North 52 degrees 43’ 26” West 271.97 feet; thence North 42 degrees 14’ 35” West 361.65 feet; thence North 40 degrees 47’ 17” West 176.67 feet; thence North 39 degrees 29’ 34” West 63.73 feet; thence North 34 degrees 25’ 30” West 112.64 feet; thence North 37 degrees 13’ 48” West 69.78 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50’ 00” East 20.76 feet to the true place of beginning. Located in Barry County, Michigan Which has the address of: 11377 S. Westshore Drive, Delton, MI 49046. During the six months immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.324(a), in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Date: June 21, 2010 First Community Federal Credit Union By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) Stephen L. Langeland, P.C. Attorney at Law 6146 W. Main Street, Suite C Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77548241 269/382-3703 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Deborah S. Massimino, married and Anthony Massimino, married, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated May 8, 2006, and recorded on May 19, 2006 in instrument 1164854, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Three And 86/100 Dollars ($174,903.86), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 222 feet of the following: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 9, Town 1 North, Range 7 West; thence North 350 feet; thence West 1220 feet; thence South 350 feet; thence East 1220 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548469 File #332693F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David L. Warner, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2005, and recorded on May 4, 2005 in instrument 1145915, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Three And 82/100 Dollars ($94,763.82), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast fractional 1/4 of the Northwest fractional 1/4 of Section 21, Town 2 North, range 9 West, Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, described as follows: commencing at an iron stake set in cement on the Southerly side of what was formerly Chicago, Kalamazoo, and Saginaw Railroad bed, 919 feet, Southwesterly from where the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 21 crosses said roadbed, thence Southwesterly along said roadbed 100 feet for place of beginning; thence Southeasterly 100 feet to a tile set in cement, thence Southwesterly 50 feet to a tile set in cement, thence Northwesterly 100 feet to said Chicago, Kalamazoo, and Saginaw roadbed, thence Northeasterly 50 feet to place of beginning. Also including a parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 21, commencing at a point on the approximate centerline of the old CK and S Railrod which lies South 68 degrees 40 minutes West 563 feet and South 55 degrees 50 minutes West 521.65 feet from the intersection of the centerline of old railroad grade and the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 21, thence South 25 degrees 43 minutes East 111.90 feet for the place of beginning of the land herein conveyed; thence South 25 degrees 43 minutes east 33.5 feet to the center of the road now established, being a 20 foot right of way heretofore granted by grantors herein in Quit Claim Deed recorded in Liber 369, Page 932, thence Northeasterly along the center of said roadway as now laid out to a point that said center line intrersect the extension of the Easterly line extended on its same course, of the land owned by grantees herein to the center of said roadway, thence Northwesterly on said Easterly line as extended to the Southeast corner of said grantee's land, thence 58 feet Southwesterly on the Southerly line of grantee's land to the place of beginning. Subject, however, to aforesaid recorded easement over the Southerly 10 feet thereof and hereby granting a right of way for ingress and egress over said 20 foot roadway as now laid out and established and running Southeasterly from the aforesaid CK and S railroad right of way to the said North and South 1/8 line of said Section 21. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548446 File #227855F02 �Page 14 — Thursday, August 12, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-25617-DE Estate of Wilbur N. Landon, Deceased. Date of birth: 08/04/1912. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Wilbur N. Landon, who lived at 358 North M-37 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 died 02/04/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Robert Champion, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Suite 302, Hastings and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 07/12/2010 Robert L. Byington P27621 222 West Apple Street, P.O. Box 248 Hastings, Michigan 49058 (269) 945-9557 Robert Champion 1663 North M-37 Highway Middleville, Michigan 49333 77548480 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHERYL A. SPENCER SIGNED AS CHERYL ANN SPENCER, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN and IONA M. WALLACE, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 23, 2005, and recorded on June 30, 2005, in Document No. 1148800, and re-recorded on September 9, 2005 in Instrument No. 1152532 and re-recorded on 10/07/2005 in Instrument No. 1154029 and rerecorded on 11/04/2005 in Instrument No. 1155711 Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Nine Thousand Two Hundred Fourteen Dollars and Sixty Cents ($169,214.60), including interest at 6.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on September 9, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THAT PART OF THE EAST 1 / 2 OF THE EAST 1 / 2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 5, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE EAST 1 / 4 POST OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 34 SECONDS WEST ON THE EAST SECTION LINE 925.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 07 MINUTES 39 SECONDS WEST PARALLEL TO THE EAST AND WEST QUARTER LINE 671.62 FEET; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 19 SECONDS WEST ON THE EAST LINE OF COTTAGE DRIVE AS PLATTED 400.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 07 MINUTES 39 SECONDS EAST PARALLEL TO THE EAST AND WEST 1 / 4 LINE 669.27 FEET TO THE EAST SECTION LINE; THENCE SOUTH 02 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 34 SECONDS EAST ON SAID EAST SECTION LINE 400.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 4, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 77548522 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott Tava aka Scott A. Tava, a married man, to Source One Mortgage Services Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 11, 1997 and recorded August 18, 1997 in Instrument Number 1000423, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by GMAC Mortgage, LLC fka GMAC Mortgage Corporation by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Three and 35/100 Dollars ($56,943.35) including interest at 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 2, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 11 of Market Street Plat, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 89. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 5, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 280.6280 ASAP# 3678618 08/05/2010, 77548246 08/12/2010, 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael L. Baadke, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 25, 2004, and recorded on November 2, 2004 in instrument 1136575, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Household Finance Corp III as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Five Thousand EightySeven And 41/100 Dollars ($145,087.41), including interest at 9.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 34 of Hilltop Estates, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, on Page 74. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548353 File #332140F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to William A Pelkey and Diane M Pelkey, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1980 Star School Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-8784. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 6, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 6, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548339 File # 336133F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Estate Of Charles Lumbert and Janice Lumbert, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 13720 Lockshore Rd, Delton, MI 49046-9433. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 6, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 6, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548434 File # 336238F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dina L. Corwin, a single person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 10, 2003, and recorded on May 20, 2003 in instrument 1104774, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EverHome Mortgage Company as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand Four Hundred Fifty-Four And 90/100 Dollars ($72,454.90), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 26, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 30 of the O. A. Phillips Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 19. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547934 File #287586F03 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on February 23, 2007 by LAK Properties, LLC, Miava M. Gravelyn, not personally but as Trustee of the Miava Gravelyn Trust Under a Trust Agreement Dated July 8, 1999, and Miava M. Gravelyn, collectively Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on March 6, 2007 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1177175. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Three Hundred Three Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Four and 97/100 Dollars ($303,854.97), including interest at 7.250% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, September 9, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Lot 5, Pioneer Farm Subdivision, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 34, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan. More commonly known as 9430 Springcreek Court, Middleville, Michigan The redemption period shall be six months from the date of the sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank Dated: August 3, 2010 By: Is/Rachel J.Foster Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 269-226-2982 77548266 KZ DOCS 24581 lvl 36177.127 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ricardo J. Rodriguez and Kimberly A. BentonRodriguez, husband and wife, to First Alliance Mortgage Company, a Michigan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 11, 1999 and recorded August 23, 1999 in Instrument Number 1034263, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, formerly known as LaSalle National Bank, in its capacity as indenture trustee under that certain Sale and Servicing Agreement dated September 1, 1999 among AFC Trust Series 19993, as Issuer, Superior Bank FSB, as Seller and Servicer, and LaSalle Bank National Association, as Indenture Trustee, AFC Mortgage Loan Asset Backed Notes, Series 1999-3 and any amendments thereto by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred ThirtyOne Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Three and 99/100 Dollars ($131,573.99) including interest at 13.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 26, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the North one-quarter post of Section 33, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, thence South 1863.6 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes West 1320 feet to the place of beginning; thence North 157.2 feet; thence South 80 degrees 22 minutes West 115 feet; thence South 12 degrees 30 minutes East 186.3 feet; thence North 58 degrees 56 minutes East 85.24 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 29, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248502-1400 File No. 199.2404 ASAP# 3666965 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010, 08/12/2010, 08/19/2010 MORTGAGE SALE This is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by ANDREW A. ASKLER and KATHLEEN E. ASKLER, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to MUTUAL SAVINGS BANK, FSB, having its principal office at 4200 East Beltline, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, Mortgagee, dated July 23, 1998 and recorded July 27, 1998 in Instrument No. 1015601. By reason of such default the undersigned elects to declare the entire unpaid amount of said mortgage due and payable forthwith. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on said mortgage the sum of SEVENTY EIGHT THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED TWENTY FOUR AND 97/100 ($78,124.97) dollars, including interest at the rate of 3.875% per annum. No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided and to pay said amount with interest as provided in said mortgage, and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including attorney fees allowed by law, said mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east door of the Barry County Courthouse, the place of holding the Circuit Court within the County of Barry, City of Hastings, Michigan, on September 2, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., local time. Pursuant to Public Act No. 104, Public Acts of 1971 [MCLA 600.3240(8), MSA 27A.3240(8)] the redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the property is determined to be abandoned under MCLA 600.3241a; MSA 27A.3241(1), in which case the property may be redeemed during the 30 days immediately following the sale or expiration of statutory notice period or expiration of statutory notice period. The premises covered by said mortgage are situated in the Township of Johnstown, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to wit: Lots 31, 32, 47, 48 and the West 1/2 of Lots 30 and 49 of Arnett's Resort at Mill Lake, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 33. MUTUAL SAVINGS BANK, FSB Mortgagee SCHENK BONCHER & RYPMA Gary P. Schenk P19970 601 Three Mile Road, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49544-1601 77547810 (616) 647-8277 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jacob P. Vincent, a single man and Andrea M. Thornton, a single woman, to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Mortgagee, dated June 9, 2006 and recorded June 13, 2006 in Instrument Number 1165949, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Chase Home Finance LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Four and 45/100 Dollars ($108,874.45) including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 9, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 30, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, Distant North 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds East, 88.00 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section 30; thence North 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds East, 290.02 feet along said East line thence North 89 degrees 41 minutes 23 seconds West, 51.17 feet to the Westerly right of way line of state highway M-43; thence North 86 degrees 53 minutes 13 seconds West, 213.11 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds West, 305.97 feet; thence North 89 degrees 06 minutes 43 seconds East, 264.00 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 30 to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes for state highway M-43 as recorded in Liber 271 on Page 399 and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 12, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.8166 ASAP# 3687444 08/12/2010, 08/19/2010, 77548492 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010 See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing, business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS Is Your Contractor Licensed? Ours Are. 1351 N. M-43 Highway north of Hastings city limits ʚ Check out our list of Licensed Builders or Subcontractors NOTICE at: www.hbabarrycounty.com The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Department of Human Services Board; applicants must reside in Barry County and not hold public office. Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; (269) 945-1284, and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on August 23, 2010. 77548514 2 BROTHERS AND A TENT 40’x40’ and 40’x60’ Tables and chairs available. Call: Dan McKinney 269-838-7057 or Tom McKinney 269-838-3842 07549857 NOTICE OF HERBICIDE APPLICATION The Daltons Inc., their main office at 936 Eagle Drive, Warsaw, IN 46580, has been contracted by Barry County Road Commission to perform chemical brush control maintenance services along designated roadsides throughout the county. In doing so, they will be applying DuPont’s Escort (Metsulfuron) and Dow’s Garlon 4 (Triclopyr) between mid-August and mid-September. Additional information may be requested by contacting Lex Dalton at 574.267.7511. WE APPLY EXCELLENCE 77548431 NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held Aug. 10, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77546173 77548324 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Aaron Paul Horton and Suzanne M. Horton 6572 Marsh Road Plainwell, MI 49080 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/ counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: August 12, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 191.3508 ASAP# 3683694 08/12/2010 77548437 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 12, 2010 — Page 15 LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Benjamin J. Christie, a married man and Andrea R. Christie, a married woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 16, 2005 and recorded January 13, 2006 in Instrument Number 1158918, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Eight and 97/100 Dollars ($96,998.97) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 9, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6 of Block 10 of Samuel Roush's addition to the Village of Freeport, according to the recorded Plat thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 12, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5725 ASAP# 3687473 08/12/2010, 08/19/2010, 77548497 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Nicole Starkweather, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 711 E South St, Hastings, MI 490582463. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 6, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 6, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548452 File # 336542F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Kenneth Hummel and Penny Hummel, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 170 Penny Ave, Hastings, MI 49058-9726. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 9, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 9, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548467 File # 330280F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Nate Fisk, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1129 Auburn Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-7762. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 9, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 9, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548461 File # 333694F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Stephanie A. McWhinney and Jestin McWhinney, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 34 Tanner Lake Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-9730. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 6, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 6, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548330 File # 329081F02 Notice of Default and Intent to Foreclose Pursuant to MCL 600.3205a(4) Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Veronica S. Lovelace, original mortgagor(s), to America's Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated November 22, 1999, and recorded on November 23, 1999 in instrument 1038364, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eight And 17/100 Dollars ($63,608.17), including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 56, Lynden Johncock Plat No. 1 as recorded in liber 3 of Plats, page 93, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548333 File #335724F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by NICHOLAS A. WEBB, A SINGLE MAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated July 11, 2008, and recorded on July 25, 2008, in Document No. 20080725-0007575, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred One Thousand Nine Hundred Two Dollars and Seventy-Nine Cents ($101,902.79), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on September 2, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 15 AND THE EAST 1 / 2 OF LOT 14, THORNTON ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 3, PAGE 72 OF PLATS, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 30, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77548253 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice of Default and Intent to Foreclose Pursuant to MCL 600.3205a(4) THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by Katherine Krewson, the mortgagor(s) and/or borrower(s) (“Borrower”) on the property located 410 Russell Rd, Middleville, MI 49333, given to Commercial Bank, a Michigan Banking Corporation, successor in interest to Mainstreet Savings Bank, FSB whose address is 629 W State St., Hastings, MI 49058 Notice is hereby provided the Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Commercial Bank has designated a specific individual to act as the Borrower’s “Contact Person” with authority to make agreements to modify mortgage obligations under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. Your Contact Person is Angie Musser at 269-945-9561 or Heidi Miller at 269-945-9561. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service may be reached at (800) 968-0738. The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling the Michigan State Housing Authority at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the Contact Person designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 6, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 6, 2010. If the Borrower and the Contact Person reach an agreement to modify your mortgage loan and terms of the agreement are fulfilled, your mortgage will not be foreclosed upon. Dated: August 6, 2010. Angie Musser Commercial Bank 629 W State St 77548463 Hastings, MI 49058 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles A. Haylock and Catherine J. Haylock, husband and wife, to Washington Mutual Bank, Mortgagee, dated August 31, 2006 and recorded September 19, 2006 in Instrument Number 1170247, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-9 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Two and 45/100 Dollars ($120,932.45) including interest at 9.475% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 19, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 21, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, Assyria Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant 440.00 feet East of the Northwest corner of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4; thence East along said North line of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, a distance of 220.00 feet; thence South parallel with the West line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, 495.00 feet; thence West 220.00 feet; thence North 495.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 22, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 362.7870 ASAP# 3654792 07/22/2010, 06721578 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010, 08/12/2010 Notice of Default and Intent to Foreclose Pursuant to MCL 600.3205a(4) THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott Mueller, the mortgagor(s) and/or borrower(s) (“Borrower”) on the property located at1634 Mixer Rd, Hastings, MI 49058, given to Commercial Bank, a Michigan Banking Corporation, successor in interest to Mainstreet Savings Bank, FSB whose address is 629 W State St., Hastings, MI 49058 Notice is hereby provided the Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Commercial Bank has designated a specific individual to act as the Borrower’s “Contact Person” with authority to make agreements to modify mortgage obligations under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. Your Contact Person is Angie Musser at 269-945-9561 or Heidi Miller at 269-945-9561. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service may be reached at (800) 968-0738. The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling the Michigan State Housing Authority at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the Contact Person designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 6, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 6, 2010. If the Borrower and the Contact Person reach an agreement to modify your mortgage loan and terms of the agreement are fulfilled, your mortgage will not be foreclosed upon. Dated: August 6, 2010. Angie Musser Commercial Bank 629 W State St 77548465 Hastings, MI 49058 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by GREGORY A. WRIGHT, AN UNMARRIED MAN, to EXCHANGE FINANCIAL CORPORATION, Mortgagee, dated April 29, 2002, and recorded on June 7, 2002, in Document No. 1080148, and assigned by said mortgagee to MICHIGAN STATE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Five Dollars and Eighty-Eight Cents ($66,325.88), including interest at 5.750% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on September 16, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 21, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 21; THENCE NORTH 105 RODS FOR THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 10 RODS; THENCE EAST 40 RODS; THENCE SOUTH 10 RODS; THENCE WEST 40 RODS TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 5, 2010 MICHIGAN STATE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77548502 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott A. Davis, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Member First Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2005, and recorded on October 6, 2005 in instrument 1153986, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Community West Credit Union as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Thirteen And 41/100 Dollars ($98,913.41), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 26, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 106 of Middleville Downs Addition #5, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 43 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547924 File #249201F04 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robin S. Wilbur, married to Jason Wilbur, wife and husband, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 17, 2005 and recorded December 6, 2005 in Instrument Number 1157267, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-BNC 1 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Two Thousand Seven Hundred Nineteen and 49/100 Dollars ($92,719.49) including interest at 8.2% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 9, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel A: Lot 37 of Supervisor's Plat of the Village of Praireville, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 74. Parcel B: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Lot 37 of Supervisor's Plat of the Village of Praireville, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 74 for a Place of Beginning; thence East 55.25 feet; thence South 85 feet; thence West 55.25 feet to the Southeast corner of said Lot 37; thence North 85 feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 12, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 209.7295 ASAP# 3687436 08/12/2010, 77548487 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jamie Seeber, the mortgagor(s) and/or borrower(s) (“Borrower”) on the property located at 3992 Barber Rd, Hastings, MI 49058, given to Commercial Bank, a Michigan Banking Corporation, successors in interest to Mainstreet Savings Bank, FSB whose address is 629 W State St., Hastings, MI 49058 Notice is hereby provided the Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Commercial Bank has designated a specific individual to act as the Borrower’s “Contact Person” with authority to make agreements to modify mortgage obligations under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. Your Contact Person is Angie Musser at 269-945-9561 or Heidi Miller at 269-945-9561. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service may be reached at (800) 968-0738. The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling the Michigan State Housing Authority at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the Contact Person designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 6, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 6, 2010. If the Borrower and the Contact Person reach an agreement to modify your mortgage loan and terms of the agreement are fulfilled, your mortgage will not be foreclosed upon. Dated: August 6, 2010. Angie Musser Commercial Bank 629 W State St 77548459 Hastings, MI 49058 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard Nemitz Married and Anita Nemitz, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated March 30, 2004, and recorded on April 12, 2004 in instrument 1125182, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Five And 81/100 Dollars ($200,945.81), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 19, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 39 and the East 1/2 of Lot 40, McLaughlin Subdivision No. 2, as recorded in Liber 478, Page 456, of Plats, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 22, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06721583 File #302298F02 �Page 16 — Thursday, August 12, 2010 — The Hastings Banner PRIEST, continued from page 1 “The youngest is the only one retired,” Altine said with laughter. “Figure that one out. He was in the newspaper business. He started out in the editorial department” for a San Antonio newspaper in the Hearst paper chain. “He moved up into corporate. At one time he was responsible for all interns. Plus he invented some kind of program early-on that interfaced between regular computers and the printing computer. He’s done very, very well for himself.” After high school graduation, Altine went to Ferris State University for a couple of years. “Because my dad died the week I literally reported to Ferris State my freshman year, my mom was struggling at home with the six kids. She bought a house in town and moved everybody into town. We had lived in the country up to that point and she got a job at the local dime store ... She spent the rest of her life there in White Pigeon and knew everybody and loved it. Everybody in town knew her as the dime store lady. She passed away about seven years ago. “I came back from college and took over running the family household and made sure my brothers and sisters got through high school and the youngest one I helped put through college,” Altine said, even though he had not finished college himself at that point in time. “In high school, I started working in the restaurant industry. I was trained as a restaurant cook, so for all those years even while I was in college I would come home weekends sometimes and summers and work in a restaurant all summer long. So when I had to drop out of college, that’s what I did. I came home and started working in restaurants and then got into school bus driving.” Altine spent 15 years as a public school bus driver for the White Pigeon School District. “Patience and the voice” were his keys to successful school bus driving, he said, laughing. “It was impossible not to hear me in the rear seat from my front seat. I loved that. I loved the kids. I enjoyed every day of it. I was in a position where if I wasn’t cooking that night or something or had the day off I could take any of the field trips. ... It was just wonderful.” At one point, Altine not only was driving the school bus, but working in a restaurant, helping his mother and brother manage a video store “and was part of the three lay people doing the administrative work at the local Catholic church (St. Joe’s parish in White Pigeon),” which didn’t have a resident priest. “I took care of the buildings, the grounds. The priest came in every weekend and did the services ... Every year, I went up and sat down with the bookkeeper and the pastor and reviewed the books and prepared the budget to give to the parish council for the next year ...” During Altine’s third year of participating Father Richard Altine, pictured in his office, has a gregarious nature, loves people and is an excellent cook. in the Ministry Formation Program through the Diocese of Kalamazoo, Altine experienced a memorable day that brought him closer to the priesthood. Just prior to leaving for a weekend retreat on commitment, three people on the same day asked him: ‘Why don’t you become a priest?’ These were all people he has known for years, including a non-Catholic former high school teacher and friend. “So I spent the night in prayer,” Altine said. “The next day I met with a priest friend of mine ... He said, you know, it’s about time you made this decision. So, I went in to see Bishop Paul Donovan, who was thrilled.” With the goal of becoming a priest, Altine went off to seminary, attending Sacred Heart School of Theology in Wisconsin. In five years, he achieved both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in divinity. His first assignment was at St. Philip’s in Battle Creek with Monsignor Fitzgerald for two and a half years. Though he was nearly 41 when he became a priest, Altine said he knew at a much younger age that “the call (to the priesthood) was there. As I would say, I used to make a deal with God. He would call me, and I would say no, no, but I’ll do this, this and this.” He’d call again, and it was the same scenario. “The other thing I would say is I cannot talk in public. I took dramatics in high school and did OK. I enjoyed a little bit of it, but it was all Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale Garage Sale Real Estate AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. 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Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. scripted. I only had to learn my lines and I wasn’t even good at doing that. “...Slowly, my shell broke, and now you can’t shut me up,” he said, roaring with laughter. Altine’s first parish as a priest was at St. Mary’s in New Salem where he served almost six years. “Bishop Jim Murray asked me to do him a favor and move down to St. Mary’s in Kalamazoo and take care of some issues there, which I did do. And then after a year and a half I couldn’t take that parish anymore because of what I had to do, which was close and then arrange for the tearing down of their school – very hard, very, very hard. It was very difficult. So then they sent me to be an administrator for six months at St. Martin of Tours in Vicksburg and St. Edwards in Mendon. So I had two country parishes – slowing down and revibrating my life. Before that even, I had asked to be sent to Sturgis to Holy Angels, which by that time White Pigeon was attached to them. So, I saw the opportunity to go home. I spent five years there, closed another school ... But that’s not happening here (in Hastings). No, no, no, no,” Altine is quick to add. “We’re growing; we’re vibrant,” he said of St. Rose School where he’s looking forward to interacting with children. “Early this summer, he learned that the bishop wanted him to move to Hastings. It was hard for him to leave his hometown where during the first week of June he celebrated 15 years in the priesthood. Reaching that milestone in Sturgis made the occasion extra special, he said. “I was having a wonderful time there. We did lots of great work,” said Altine who also noted that he is excited about Hastings. In all of his years as a priest, he said this summer has been the busiest summer he has ever scheduled for himself. “In May I spent a week in Arizona for a niece’s wedding ... In June, I was in Texas and did a niece’s wedding. That was another week. In July, I spent a week at Boy Scout camp ... In the month of July, I moved here, was gone to the Boy Scout camp, went to a couple of conferences because I had already scheduled all of them because I’m always trying to improve my education and I like to work with other priests and help them ... The church is about to make some major changes in its liturgy in November of next year. So, I’m learning all about those so I can sit with fellow priests in small groups and help them get ready for the changes that will be coming.” Outside of parish life, he is the diocese scout chaplain. “I’m responsible for all Catholic Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Campfire Girls. So I meet regularly with groups of people,” Altine said. On a personal note, he said, “My laugh is recognizable in just about every part of the diocese in Kalamazoo. I can be in a Meijer’s Thrifty Acres in Three Rivers or Kalamazoo and somebody later will say, you were in Meijer’s because I heard you laugh. “I love to laugh. I love people ... I’m very, very excited to be here,” Altine said. Asked about his favorite recipes, he said, “I really like to make basic stuff extra well. I have a cookbook library that is huge; it’s bookcases and bookcases full of cookbooks. I love to sit and read them and once in a while I’ll play with something, but there’s nothing better than the old basic meat, potatoes ... That’s what I love to do most.” His personal specialty is prime rib. “Mother was an OK cook. She wasn’t great. My dad was the cook. He did all the cooking on all the weekends, all the family celebrations ... turkey for Thanksgiving. I learned from my dad and still use some of his recipes for turkey and dressing. I can cook great for a large number of people, but I can’t cook for myself,” he said with laughter. “Give me 10 and we will eat well. I will become very well known in the (local) restaurants ... I go out for breakfast every morning, seven days a week because it gets me out of this house and with other people and in the community,” Altine said. “...I’ll become involved in some groups and I’ll be around. I like to work with people and other ministers, very ecumenical working for the glory of God in the City of Hastings and the Barry County area,” Altine said. He was very active in the Sturgis Ministerial Association. “We had some excellent programs going. I hope they are able to continue them with a Good Friday celebration downtown where we invited every church to do a Station of the Cross, based on what their own belief and tradition would be. The people could walk along (on the streets) to each station.” He also helped start a huge coat drive in Sturgis by bringing various groups together. Many groups had been doing their own drives, and the unified effort brought in hundreds and hundreds of coats for people who needed them. “We organized and ran a city-wide cleanup day ... for the good of the community ... We called it Palm Saturday. We did it in the spring, putting our palms into service to God’s people: Raking yards for people who couldn’t rake them, picking up big junk. Sometimes people have appliances they can’t get rid of, so they sit in yards or garages.” He explained the city used to have a big trash day, but they had to discontinue it because they couldn’t afford it,” Altine said. “There’s a lot of things the public can’t afford or one organization (can’t afford), but if you bring them altogether under the umbrella of God’s people (it can be done). We had 150 or so volunteers on a Saturday morn- ing picking up, moving, hauling, cleaning. We had city cooperation using the city dump; local trash haulers helped us with the appliances; scrap metal brokers took all of the appliances for the scrap in them. You get the people together and say how, when, where and why. “As long as you focus on one why: And that’s the good of God’s people, you can do anything. And that’s what we all have to be about because we are all God’s children – whatever faith, wherever we go to church, if we don’t go to church, we are still God’s people. And He expects us to take care of one another. When we get too caught up in our own denominations, in our own desires, in our own way of doing things sometimes we lose track of the importance of showing God’s love. And what better way to love than taking care of the community, and that’s taking care of the environment. God gave us this fabulous environment and he really doesn’t want us messing it up, and we’ve been doing a pretty good job,” Altine said. POLICE BEAT Early morning weaving draws attention Hastings Police made a traffic stop of a vehicle early Aug. 8, after the driver was seen driving erratically on West Woodlawn Avenue. After making contact with the 42-year-old Hastings man, the officer said it was apparent that the driver was intoxicated. After failing several sobriety tasks, he was placed under arrest and lodged at the Barry County Jail. The man is facing charges of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated, second offense, refusing a preliminary breathalyzer test and violating conditions of a restricted driver’s license. The incident has been turned over to the Barry County Prosecutor’s office for review. Pistol at party is not well received Hastings Police responded to a report of a domestic assault at 10:30 p.m. Aug. 4 after a witness reported a man at an East High Street residence waving a handgun at people in the house. Officers arrived on scene and located the man, 35, from Hastings, whom they said was visibly intoxicated and had a 9-mm Ruger tucked in his waistband. Officers secured the weapon, placed him under arrest and transported him to the Barry County Jail. He has been charged with felonious assault and for possessing a firearm while intoxicated. His blood alcohol level registered a .20 percent. The incident has been forwarded to the Barry County Prosecutor’s office for review. Wild ways lead woman to lab, then jail Barry County Sheriff Deputies responded to a report of an intoxicated driver at M-43 and Stevens Road July 30. According to witnesses, a young woman in a white car was following their car very closely and almost hit them. They said she was turning her lights off and on, squealing tires and yelling profanities. Deputies spotted the car at a residence with the woman exiting the vehicle. When questioned, she appeared intoxicated, according to deputies, and refused a breathalyzer test, taking a fighting stance. Reportedly, she walked away from the officer and when asked to come back yelled at the officer. She was arrested for driving while intoxicated and resisting arrest after refusing to get into the cruiser. A search warrant was issued for a blood sample to check alcohol level. The woman was then taken to Pennock Hospital. Saying she needed to urinate, she pulled down her pants and threatened to relieve herself in the hospital lab. A blood sample was taken while deputies restrained her. The case is pending review with the Barry County Prosecutor. Missing gun recovered in ATF drug raid A Hastings woman went to the Barry County Sheriff’s Department July 21 to report a stolen gun. She informed deputies that an agent from U.S. Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms department (ATF) had called her to say a .22-caliber revolver registered to her was recovered from a drug raid in Kalamazoo. She said the ATF agent had told her she needed to report the gun missing if she wanted it returned. She reported that the gun had been missing from her home since May 5. When questioned, the woman’s son admitted that he had taken he pistol and traded it for one-quarter gram of cocaine. He said he was on methamphetamine at the time. The case remains open. Spinning wheels land bike in wrong yard Barry County Deputies responded to a reported bicycle theft Aug. 4 after a grandmother called to say that her grandson said his brother’s Huffy Rocket BMX bike was taken from their basement. He said he rode around the neighborhood looking for the bike and thought he saw it against a fence, two houses down. When questioned about the bicycle, the neighbor said he did not know where the bike came from, and returned it to the boy. No charges were pressed and the case is closed. SUV shows boomerang tendencies Barry County Deputies assisted Grand Rapids Police July 24 in a case involving a found vehicle. A 2000 GMC Yukon was found abandoned in a field near the registered owner’s home in Middleville. The vehicle appeared to have sustained fire damage. Deputies checked on the welfare of the female owner, 36, and inquired about the vehicle. She reported that the last time she had seen the car, it had been towed to Vanderton Auto Repair in Grand Rapids after a deer/car collision. She had no idea how the car had returned to Middleville. The case was turned over to the Grand Rapids Police Department. Carrying out refreshment carries high cost A Barry County Deputy was called to the Banfield General Store Aug. 3 on a report of theft. The owner of the store said an 18-year-old employee had been seen taking a box of bottles from the cooler and, according to the store manager, placed the bottles in his car. According to the deputy, the suspect appeared intoxicated and was asked to take a breathalyzer test, which registered 0.16 percent. The suspect admitted to taking two 12-ounce bottles of beer. The beer’s total cost was $1.98. He was charged with embezzlement and a minor in possession of alcohol. The case is open and turned over to the Barry County Prosecutor. Man arrested for child endangerment Barry County Sheriff Deputies responded to a call from a doctor’s office July 30 where a man with a small child was allegedly intoxicated. Office staff had called Child Protective Services. Deputies saw the man and child, 6, climb into a 1988 red Chevy truck. He was approached and questioned by deputies who said the 39-year-old Middleville resident was shaking and had slurred speech. He admitted to drinking whiskey and Coke, and said he also was taking several prescription medications. A breathalyzer test registered .09 percent blood alcohol level. The man was arrested for operating while impaired, third offense, driving with license suspended and child endangerment. The case is closed and has been turned over to the Barry County Prosecutor. Flags and stones fly on Airport Road A 47-year-old Hastings man reported July 27 that he had two windows broken at a South Airport Road residence. After further investigation, Barry County Sheriff Deputies indicated a storm door window and a window next to the door were broken at the residence. The man said he did not suspect anyone, but commented that it may have been in retaliation for flags displayed in his front yard, including a World War I German flag, two Confederate flags and others. The case is closed. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 12, 2010 — Page 17 Concussion protocols top list of rules changes Freeport Fastpitch Freeport Fastpitch Standings Monday Mentor/Novice (Final Standings) #2 Nine-Kasof 9-1 #5 Glenn's Gas & Welding Supplies 7-3 #1 Hastings Merchants 7-3 #4 Thornapple Clean-Up 4-6 #3 Freeport Independents 2-8 #6 Freport Milling 1-9 Wednesday D/E League #1 Hastings Merchants 7-1 #7 Munn Manufacturing 5-2-1 #2 Nine-Kasof 6-3 #8 Lohrberg Sales 4-4 #4 Thornapple Clean-Up 4-5 #6 Freport Milling 2-5-1 #3 Freeport Independants 0-8 Friday Co-Ed (Final Standings) #1 Thunder/2J’s/Shamrock 10-0 #3 Fedewa Inc. 5-5 #2 Pioneer Seeds 4-6 #4 Hastings Mutual 0-10 ited from participating in the MHSAA postseason tournament in that sport during the original and extended probation period. The detailed language can be found on the Health & Safety page of the MHSAA Website (http://www.mhsaa.com/LinkClick.aspx?filet icket=9qdbsPXG6FY%3d&tabid=606). In addition, the MHSAA will be working in cooperation with the Brian Injury Association of Michigan to develop a variety of methods to promote public awareness of the issue of concussions in youth sports and the new MHSAA concussion protocols. The major football rules change in Michigan this season is a modification to the point differential rule, which provides for a running clock beginning with the second half of a game where a team has a lead of 35 points or more. The original rule provides for the clock to stop after scoring plays, for called time outs, for penalty enforcement and for injury time outs. New this year will be a modification where the clock only stops for injury time outs once the point differential meets or exceeds 50 points. Other gridiron rules changes include the following: any play resulting in a touchdown during which team commits an unsportsmanlike or nonplayer foul will allow the offended team to have its choice of the penalty being forced on the subsequent extra point or kickoff; horse-collar penalties can be called even if the act is completed after the ball becomes dead or the runner loses possession; if an official and a coach unintentionally collide in the restricted area in front of the team bench during a play, a 15-yard penalty will be called and a second penalty for the same infraction will result in the ejection of the head coach; and if a player, coach or nonplayer is in the restricted zone while the ball is live but no contact with an official occurs, the progression will be a warning on the first offense, a five-yard penalty the second time, and the third offense resulting in a 15-yard penalty and the ejection of the head coach. The most visible rules change in girls volleyball is the addition of a blue-gray-white ball to the game for regular-season competition. For MHSAA Tournaments, however, the solid white ball will be the only ball allowed. Schools conducting “Pink Out” contests to raise money for Volley For The Cure may utilize a pink ball. In soccer, the overtime procedures have been modified for MHSAA Tournaments. Beginning this year, the two 10-minute overtime periods will be played to completion, rather than the game concluding with the first goal scored. After the two overtime periods, penalty kicks will be used to determine a winner at all levels of the Tournament. Regular season overtime procedures are left to be determined by local leagues and conferences. by Brett Bremer High schools lead colleges in making cheer a sport “Competitive cheer may, some time in the future, qualify as a sport under Title IX; today, however, the activity is still too underdeveloped and disorganized to be treated as offering genuine varsity athletic participation opportunities for students.” It’s not a quote from the 1970’s. That’s a quote from United States District Judge Stefan R. Underhill’s decision in the Biediger v. Quinnipiac University which was released July 21. It was only a couple months ago that I took a look back at a 1978 Reminder article about cheerleaders and their fight to be recognized as full fledged athletes. This certainly sounds like a step backwards. Quinnipiac planned to save some money by shutting down its women’s volleyball program and starting a competitive cheer team, and did so for the 2009-10 season. Five members of the volleyball team, and its coach, brought a suit against the university claiming the switch would violate Title IX. Obviously after a statement like that, there are going to be a lot of “but”s. And Underhill added some “I don’t mean”s. “I do not mean to minimize the experience shared by the Quinnipiac competitive cheer team.” Underhill wrote. “But what those (cheerleaders) experienced was not the genuine opportunity to participate on a varsity team, which is the standard for counting athletes under Title IX.” “In reaching my conclusion, I also do not mean to belittle competitive cheer as an athletic endeavor. Competitive cheerleading is a difficult, physical task that requires strength, agility, and grace.” The reasons he came to the decision are that the cheer team did not recruit athletes off campus, the team did not have a standard set of scoring for all of its competitions during the season because some were performed under different governing bodies against different levels of competition, and the fact that the team had to perform differently in its national championship event than in any other competition during the year. The judge was specifically talking about the Quinnipiac cheer program, but its hard not to see those quotes and feel that he is talking about competitive cheer as a whole. You would think colleges and even professional sports leagues would lead the way in advancing their sports. Many times though, it’s at the high school level where real change begins. The competitive cheer teams in the state of Michigan abide by a single set of rules, and have a championship event which follows those rules. Colleges aren’t there yet. From his opinion, I’d conclude that Underhill would have declared competitive cheer a viable Title IX sport if this case had come up at the high school level. Another place where high schools seem to be leading the way is in dealing with concussions. There is no “rub some dirt on it” attitude anymore. In a recent Michigan High School Athletic Association relsease, the organization revealed that players who are determined to have had a concussion must be removed from the contest and checked out by a health professional, and must be cleared by a doctor in order to play again when they do have a concussion. New Hope College basketball coach speaks to Rotary Club See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing, business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits Hope College basketball coach Matt Neil (left) was introduced to members of the Hastings Rotary Club Monday, Aug. 9 by his dad, Larry, of Hastings. Larry told the club, “I have known this speaker for all but about 20 minutes of his life.” (Photo by Patricia Johns) by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Hastings Rotary Club had close ties to the speaker at their Aug. 9 meeting. The speaker knew some in the audience as former teachers and many as friends of the family. In fact the speaker’s dad, Larry Neil, introduced him. Matt Neil, a 1978 graduate of Hastings High School, is the new head basketball coach at Hope College in Holland. He is following Glenn Van Wieren who was Hope’s head coach for 33 years. Neil told Hastings Rotary Club members that he knew Van Wieren for 32 years. He was on the team for four years and was assistant coach under him for 28 years. Neil told the group that the Hope basketball coaching staff is among the most consistent. He also stressed that while Van Wieren had 660 victories (and as his assistant this means that Neil had 649 wins), more important than victories are the team members’ lives that are changed by their time at Hope. Neil talked to the Rotary Club about the chemistry between coaches and players. He challenged the Rotary Club members to work to improve communication between adults and young people in their own community. “Students are flooded by technological innovation but may not really know how to talk (not just text) to others,” said Neil. He told the club members that he is developing a mentor program on the team with the older members working with newer players. Under the importance of having vision for the community, Neil talked about pride, passion and purpose. Pride, for Neil, is understanding who “we are as individuals.” He added that it is important for everyone to pass on pride in their communities and to give back to their communities. He described passion as the “undying love to reach goals,” which he said drives his pas- sion to teach and coach. He encouraged the club to make the community their passion. Purpose, he said, is helping boys become men in the four to five years he works with them. This is a transformative process for all, coaches and players. “I would like to win a national championship,” he said, “but my purpose is bigger than the basketball court.” Here is where he told the Rotary Club that he was following a legend. “There is never going to be another Glenn Van Wieren,” he confided. Neil noted that his team was stronger, faster and quicker and will get a great education at Hope. He also said he is working with the coach of the women’s basketball team to have both male and female players work on a project for Habitat for Humanity in Holland and be guest readers in the area’s elementary schools once a week. “Our basketball teams will be a greater stronghold for the community,” he said. While answering questions from club members, he talked about Hope’s rivalry with Calvin College, noting that Hope beat Calvin in basketball this past season. He also explained that Division 3 NCAA teams such as Hope cannot offer athletic scholarships. He described his recruiting style as being honest with players and telling them what they need to hear, not what they want to hear. He talked about recruiting players who have to be able to pay the Hope tuition and expenses or who have to borrow. He also talked about coaching his son, Logan. “He gets the game and makes our team better,” said Neil. He encouraged the Rotary members who head companies to celebrate the “mile markers” of their employees, identify the important people in the community and to continue to care for the community. TYDEN PARK • SATURDAY AUG. 28TH $ COST… 25 per team of 3 or 4 players Entries must be to the Chamber by Friday, Aug. 20th CHECK IN… 8:30 AM Make checks payable to Hastings Summerfest 2010 Pick up T-shirts at this time TIP OFF… 9:30 AM Boys & Girls (Ages 12-14) Team Name ____________________ Boys & Girls (Ages 15-17) Men & Women (Ages 18-25) Men & Women (Ages 26 & up) Age brackets subject to change based on participation Team Captain___________________________________ Age _______ Send Entries to… Phone # __________________________ Team Members 77547423 One of the biggest rules changes ever affecting the health of all interscholastic athletic activity participants takes effect as the 2010-11 fall sports season begins next week for over 110,000 students in eight sports at member schools of the Michigan High School Athletic Association with official practices. Practice sessions begin on Monday (Aug. 9) in football, followed by all other sports on Wednesday (Aug. 11). Practice in football must begin on Aug. 9 for all schools wishing to begin regular season games the weekend of August 26-29. Schools must have 12 days of preseason practice at all levels before their first game, which may not occur before 16 calendar days. All football schools must also conduct at least three conditioning days of practice before beginning contact, and the conditioning sessions may not include any pads. In golf and tennis, competition may commence no earlier than after three separate days of team practice, and not before seven calendar days. The first day competition may take place in golf and tennis is August 18. In all other fall sports, contests can take place after seven days of practice for the team and not before 9 calendar days. The first day competition may take place in cross country, tennis soccer, swimming and diving, and volleyball in the fall is August 20. This year, two football dates precede Labor Day, and Thursday varsity games will take place both weeks. Subvarsity competition may begin on Wednesday, August 25. In Week 1, 54 games will be played on Thursday, 254 contests will be played on Friday, and 20 games will be played on Saturday. The following weekend, 255 games will be played on Thursday, 73 games will be played on Friday, and 2 games will be played on Saturday. Keeping safety at the forefront of school sports, the MHSAA Representative Council approved a five-step protocol to be followed during the course of contests when an athlete sustains an apparent concussion, which will be utilized in all sports at all levels beginning with the 2010-11 school year. The National Federation of State High School Associations had previously adopted language to appear in all rules books beginning this fall calling for the removal from a contest of a athlete exhibiting the signs of a potential concussion, leaving the mechanics – including the clearing of a young person to return to play – to be decided by each state association. Here is a summary of the protocols for all regular-season and MHSAA post-season tournament contents to be applied: Officials will have no role in determining if an athlete has sustained a concussion, but will only point out to the head coach that the player has been apparently injured and should be examined by a health care provider. If the school’s designated heath care profession at the event confirms a concussion did not occur, the athlete may reenter the contest. In the event the game continues and the athlete is withheld for an apparent concussion, the athlete may not return to play that day and may only return at a future date after a written clearance is issued by an MD or a DO. The game official will file a report with the MHSAA and the removed player’s school. For MHSAA post-season tournaments where an MHSAA-assigned physician is present, that individual will make the determination regarding same day return to play. At its June meeting, the MHSAA Executive Committee followed-up on the Council action by approving sanctions for non-compliance with the concussion management policy. A student-athlete who returns to competition in a subsequent meet or contest without the written authorization of an MD or DO after being removed from play for exhibiting concussion-like symptoms and not being cleared by the school’s designated medical authority to return to that contest is considered to be an ineligible player, and any competition in which the student-athlete participates without the proper authorization is forfeited. The school will be place in probation in that sport through the end of that sports season of the following year. A second offense in that sport during probation will result in the extension of the probation for an additional year, and the school will be prohib- Age Age ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ Please fill out form completely TYDEN PARK • Barry County Chamber of Commerce 221 W. State Street Hastings, MI 49058 Questions ??… Call (269) 948-3025 SATURDAY AUG. 28TH �Page 18 — Thursday, August 12, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lions and Panthers prep to open up in Kalamazoo by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Teams are drawing inspiration from the 2010 Kalamazoo Valley Association Football Classic. “Beyond major,” Delton Kellogg head football coach Jay Carrigan said of the impact playing in Western Michigan University’s Waldo Stadium has had on his football players this summer and through the first days of practice. “It has helped our practices. We’re so intense, and so focused. They’re just so excited about playing there.” The KVA announced in May that its ten member schools would be playing their opening football games of the 2010 season in Waldo Stadium Aug. 27 and 28. Delton Kellogg will take on Kalamazoo Christian in the second of three games Saturday, Aug. 28, with kick-off planned for 5 p.m. The area’s other KVA team, Maple Valley will play in the second of two games Friday, Aug. 27, against Constantine at 8 p.m. “It’s pretty exciting,” said Maple Valley varsity football coach Brian Lincoln. “We’ve had a poster of (Waldo Stadium) up in the weight room this summer and a calendar counting down the days.” “Everything we’ve done this summer, we’ve been focused on playing at Western. It’s your first game. You want to represent yourselves well, and it’s kind of a big deal.” For now the energy level is high, even with hot temperatures for the first few days of practice which began on Monday. At some point, everything will have to slow down for the players. Carrigan said if Kalamazoo Christian has an advantage its that its players get to drive past Waldo Stadium every day. He said there isn’t a single building in all of Delton that’s taller than the press box at Waldo Stadium. “We’re going to go and watch the game part in the Blue and White Day at Maple Valley High School as a team. “This weekend, the big clean-up at the school that will count for us Saturday morning,” said Lincoln. “It’s a pride type of thing, (athletic director) Duska Brumm has been setting up for about a year now. Basically, take pride in the whole school, cleaning up everything. I think we’re going to put some bars around some of the trees and different things, plant some flowers. Kind of an all-day event.” That event, which is planned to run from 8 a.m. until noon, is open to all members of the Maple Valley community. “Painting, power washing, weeding, mulching, and yeah we’ll plant maybe a couple flowers,” Brumm said. “We are building a fence around the dumpsters. The big area is the back of the school there. The tennis courts, which we no longer Western Michigan University’s Waldo Stadium in Kalamazoo will host the 2010 Kalamazoo Valley Association Football Classic Sponsored by PNC Bank Aug. 27 and 28. Maple Valley will take on Constantine Aug. 27 at 8 p.m. and Delton Kellogg is slated to face Kalamazoo Christian Aug. 28 at 5 p.m. (Photo courtesy Western Michigan University) that’s before ours to try and get a little feeling of it and the atmosphere of it,” Carrigan said. He said while checking out the field during the press conference in May he realized, “It’s a big place. It’s still pretty impressive. The shock and awe of it is going to be something we have to get over right away.” The buzz the event has created on the practice field for the Panthers and the Lions is also carrying over into their communities. The Volunteer Center of Greater Kalamazoo has organized a community service competition use, we’re going to take the fencing down.” The Football Classic is an event which was first mentioned two years ago by Tom Beals, retired athletic director at Parchment High School, and was made possible through funding from PNC Bank and the willingness of Western Michigan University to host all five games. Admission is $5 per day with free parking in designated lots on WMU’s campus. Commemorative T-shirts will also be available throughout the event. The games kick-off with Galesburg-Augusta taking on Olivet Aug. 27 at 5 p.m. In the other Aug. 28 games, Hackett Catholic Central takes on Parchment at 2 p.m. and Schoolcraft faces Pennfield at 8 p.m. We feel like its a great opportunity for our kids,” said Delton Kellogg athletic director Ben Farkas. Thomason completes high school career at All-Star game between the varsity teams with cash prizes to the three schools who log the most volunteer hours per player throughout the summer. PNC Bank will award $1,000 to the team with the most hours, $600 to the second-place team, and $400 to the third-place team. The contest began June 15 and concludes Sunday. Delton had 15 of its 22 varsity athletes participate in a day of clean-up at Winding Creek Camp in Hastings during July. The Maple Valley Lions are going to take Buzz Youngs Classic raises about $9,000 for athletics The Hastings Athletics Boosters earned roughly $9,000 thanks to Saturday’s annual Buzz Youngs Legends Golf Classic. Cash came in from sponsors as well as from the entry fees for the 27 teams which played in the 18-hole scramble at Riverbend Golf Course. The Hastings Country Club team of Jeff Meredith, Pete Swiatek, Matt Kirkendall, and Curt Norris took the day’s championships, while the Riverbend team of Jeff Storrs, Steve Storrs, Luke Warner, and Ty Greenfield placed second. Jack Longstreet joined the list of Hastings Legends honored by the boosters. Longstreet was recognized for his more than 30 years of coaching varsious sports at various levels in the Hastings school system. Among those teams were boys’ and girls’ basketball teams, football teams, and cross country teams. In addition, Longstreet taught and counseled in Hastings for 33 years and was a drivers’ education instructor for for 37 years. Longstreet wasn’t the day’s only honoree. For the first time, the boosters honored a Fan of the Year. This year’s recipient of the honr was Gordon Ironside. “We just kind of decided we wanted to honor somebody who was a supporter of Saxon athletics,” said Hastings Athletic Boosters treasurer Laura Brisboe. “I think if we’ve got somebody we’d like to honor, we’ll probably continue that.” Brisboe said that monies raised from sponsorships were down a bit this year, but that was to be expected with the current state of the economy. Courtney Thomason readies herself at third base during the Michigan High School Softball Coaches Association All-Star game at Ranney Park in Lansing. Recent Lakewood High School graduate Courtney Thomason closed out her high school softball career July 21 at Ranney Park in Lansing, playing in the 29th annual. The teams were made up of All-State players from all four divisions in the state, chosen by the Michigan High School Softball Coaches Association. There was one night of practice for the girls, July 20, and then the game was played the next night after an evening in the Michigan State University dorms for the girls. Thomason received an All-State uniform, a certificate, as well as the room and board for the evening. Thomason will attend Lansing Community College in the fall, working towards a career in the medical field of radiology or sonography. Thomason attributed her high school softball success to Lakewood coach Kristen Heinze ad her Diamonds travel team coach Ellie Neidhamer. She played varsity softball in all four years at Lakewood, and was a captain in her junior and senior seasons. She was all-conference in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division three times, an all-district player twice, and earned the All-State honorable mention nod this spring. Thomason was Courtney Thomason chose her team MVP in 2010, and broke the Lakewood home run record. Saxons win Connie Mack league 77548457 The Hastings High School summer baseball team captured the eight-team Connie Mack (U18) Championship in the Battle Creek league of the American Amateur Baseball Congress this summer. The league included teams from Battle Creek, Lakewood, Maple Valley, Climax, and Galesburg-Augusta. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-08-19.pdf a70e9b7644583753d7936015acc57315 PDF Text Text Delton Kellogg Board recalls teachers Animal shelter committee not a threat See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 7 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 33 NEWS BRIEFS Sidewalk Sounds winds up downtown The fifth and final Sidewalk Sounds Thursday Night Music Series will take place tonight, Aug. 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. in downtown Hastings. The Dom Bierenga Six, a student-led group with members from all around Barry County, will return with music near the Barry County Courthouse fountain at the corner of Church and State streets. Daniel Bracken will be in front of Hastings City Hall at the corner of Michigan Avenue and State Street. Hastings’ own Ed Englerth will near Gilmore Jewelers, at the corner of Jefferson and State streets. To round out the evening, Terry Birkett will perform in front of Hastings City Bank, at the corner of South Jefferson and West Court streets. For more information about the music series, visit www.downtownhastings.com. Pacific Lite to wrap up fountain series The Fridays at the Fountain concert series will wrap up the 2010 season Friday, Aug. 20, with a performance by Pacific Lite from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Barry County Courthouse lawn. Pacific Lite performs a variety of popular music with an emphasis on jazz. The duo, made up of Gene Englerth on keyboards and vocals and Joe LaJoye on brass and vocals, is an off-shoot of the Pacific Trio. The Fridays at the Fountain concert series is co-sponsored by the Thornapple Arts Council and the City of Hastings. Patrons are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, snacks, etc. for the Friday concerts. In the event of rain, performances will move to the community room in the lower level of the Hastings City Bank, located at 150 W. Court St. St. Rose celebrating homecoming mass St. Rose of Lima in Hastings will host a special Summerfest homecoming mass. A special liturgy will be celebrated honoring parishioners andalumni of St. Rose School. Anyone who has had more than one generation graduate from the school is asked to e-mail saintrose001@yahoo.com or call 269-9453164. Free hearing, vision screening offered Free hearing and vision screening will be offered Thursday, Sept. 2, at Barry Eaton District Health Department located at 330 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings. Call the health department for an appointment at 269-945-9516. DK girls formed KVA top duo ever See Story on Page 15 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, August 19, 2010 Appointed trustee assumes seat on Hastings Board of Education by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Monday evening Donna Garrison took her seat as a trustee on the Hastings Board of Education for the first time. Garrision was appointed to the board during its July meeting to fill the position vacated by Kathy Carlson who was elected during the regular school election in May but resigned before assuming her seat on the board. Garrison and her husband, Jeff, and their daughter, Caroline, moved to Hastings in 2004. Caroline will enter seventh grade at Hastings Middle School this fall. Garrison earned her bachelor of arts degree in English from Buffalo State College in 1993 and a master’s degree in health communication from Michigan State University in 2008. She owns her own business, DG Communication, which provides communication, administrative and research and grant support in health care, wellness and safety areas. “Until 2009, rarely has a year gone by that my husband or I have not been in school,” wrote Garrison in her letter of interest to the board of education. “I am a lifelong learner and have a lifelong interest in public education and its role in the well-being of individuals and society.” She added that after her daughter’s transition from elementary to middle school last Donna Garrison year, she became more interested in the function of the board of education in assuring quality education in the district. She then began attending meetings and became a member of the Committee of 33, the district’s advi- sory committee comprised of parents and community members. “Communication with and involvement from not only parents, but also community members-at-large are critical to the success of the district in both the long and short terms,” she wrote. Garrison will hold the seat until the next regular school board election in May 2011. During Monday’s meeting, the board approved the personnel report which included transfers and reassignments: Angela DePew, middle school special education teacher; Charmaine Henke, Northeastern and Star elementary media; Mary Hutchinson, districtwide elementary Spanish teacher; Loretta Kidder, Southeastern Elementary kindergarten teacher; Kristin Laubaugh, Southeastern and Central Elementary media; Catherine Longstreet, high school student services; Michael McCann, high school social studies teacher; Deborah Mepham, middle and high school art teacher; Kim O’Mara, middle school social studies and composition teacher; Melinda Shults, middle school language arts teacher and elementary school music teacher; Angelia Sixberry, high school physical education teacher. The approved personnel report also contained the following appointments: Michelle Falcon, assistant superintendent; Wendy Kimble, community education and recreation center facilities and programming coordinator; Kristina Underwood, high school science teacher; and Mary Zemlick, high school Spanish and math teacher. The following coaches were appointed for the fall sports season: Bruce Krueger, high school girls golf; Melinda Shults, middle school cross country; Ed von der Hoff, high school boys tennis; and Amy Wyllys, high school junior varsity volleyball. In other business, the board: • Approved student handbooks for the elementary middle and elementary schools. Some small changes needed to be made in the high school student handbook, so its approval was tabled until 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 30, when the board will hold a special meeting regarding the bond issue. • Approved entering a contract with Consumers Energy to provide gas service for Hastings Area Schools. • Accepted the resignations of bus driver Peter Kristiniak, and driver education director John Zawierucha. • Received the annual education report for the 2009-10 school year. The report must be posted on school and district websites by Aug. 23. • Announced that the next regular meeting of the board will be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 20, in the multi-purpose room of Star Elementary. State Court of Appeals determines if evidence may be used in court Overturns Barry County ruling by David DeDecker Staff Writer On Aug. 11, the Michigan Court of Appeals overturned a ruling made in Barry County Circuit Court July 7, 2009, in the case of defendant Justin Malik of Hastings. Malik was charged in the Oct. 17, 2008, death of Christopher Yonkers, also of Hastings. The ruing is the latest in a series of decisions regarding a component of marijuana and whether it impairs driving. At the 2009 Malik hearing, Circuit Judge James Fisher ruled, in reference to schedule 1 substances admitted as evidence, “MCL 257.625(8) [drugged driving act] is fundamentally unfair, does nothing to promote public safety and bears no rational relationship to any legitimate governmental interest,” thereby invalidating it on grounds of due process. Due process, an established course for judicial proceedings, is designed to safeguard the rights of the accused. The legal concept states that no person shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty or property, and ensures their right to fair and just treatment in the course of legislative and executive investigations and hearings. The law Fisher referenced states that “a person, whether licensed or not, shall not operate a vehicle upon a highway or other place open to the general public ... within this state if the person has in his or her body any amount of a controlled substance listed in schedule 1 under section 7212 of the public health code. Tetrahydrocannibinol (THC), the psychoactive component in marijuana, is categorized schedule 1. Malik’s blood test revealed four nanograms of the parent substance THC and 15 nanograms of 11-carboxy-THC, which is a metabolite the body makes from the parent component THC. The metabolite can remain in the body for up to a month. In Barry County Circuit Court, the defense argued in July 2009 that the statute was unconstitutional because there was no rational basis for criminalizing the operation of a motor vehicle while 11-carboxy-THC is present in the body and that it has no pharmacological effect on the driver. The debate, over which the state Court of Appeals has reversed its own decision, is whether 11-carboxy-THC impairs driving at the time of an incident. Since the metabolized substance stays in the body long after marijuana has been ingested, the court has debated whether a charge can be made stating a schedule 1 substance influenced behavior and judgment. A further question is whether the law constitutional in its treatment of 11-car- boxy-THC. In 2006, the Michigan Court of Appeals, in People v. Derror, concluded that 11-carboxyTHC qualified as a schedule 1 substance. But a dissenting high court opinion ruled that, “Under Derror, an individual who only has 11-carboxy-THC in his or her system is prohibited from driving and, at the whim of police and prosecutors, can be criminally responsible for choosing to do so even if the person has a minuscule amount of the substance in his or her system. Therefore, the Derror interpretation of the statute defies practicable workability given its tremendous potential for arbitrary and discriminatory enforcement.” In other words, unconstitutional. A later combined appeal was held with two defendants, Derror and Kurts. Pretrial evidentiary hearings were held in both defendants’ separate cases in which expert testimony regarding the characteristics of marijuana, THC and 11-carboxy-THC was introduced. The experts agreed that 11-carboxy-THC is a metabolite, or byproduct of metabolism, created in the human body during the biological process of converting marijuana into a water-soluble form that can be excreted more easily. Its presence in the blood conclusively proves that the person ingested THC at some point in time. However, the experts further concluded 11-carboxy-THC itself has no pharmacological effect on the body, and its level in the blood correlates poorly, if at all, to an individual’s level of THC-related impairment. In fact, the stated the metabolite 11-carboxy-THC could remain in the blood long after all original substance THC was gone, since THC quickly leaves the blood and enters body tissue. Following those hearings, trial courts in both cases interpreted that the state legislature did not intend to include 11-carboxy-THC as a schedule 1 controlled substance because it has no pharmacological effect on the human body. The trial courts, however, reached divergent results regarding the effect of this conclusion. In Kurts, the trial court granted Kurts’ motion to dismiss the charge of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of a schedule 1 controlled substance in violation of the state’s drugged driving act on the grounds of insufficient evidence. In the Derror case, however, the trial court ruled that, although 11-carboxy-THC is not itself a schedule 1 controlled substance, evidence of 11-carboxy-THC in Derror’s blood at the time of testing could be presented to the See RULING, page 8 Dr. Blair named senior of the year Dr. Larry Blair shows the plaque he received last Thursday for being named Barry County’s 2010 Senior Citizen of the Year, an award presented jointly by Hastings City Bank and the County Commission on Aging. See inside for the story and more photos. (Photo by Elaine Gilbert) Trailer heist in Hastings totals over $100,000 “Where’s the beef?” isn’t the only question authorities are asking after a refrigerated trailer from a semi-truck was reported stolen in Hastings and found two weeks later empty and somewhat tireless in Ohio. The incident was reported to Hastings Police Aug. 1 by the driver, a Hastings resident, after he saw that the trailer, containing 33,000 pounds of ground beef that had been parked overnight in the former Felpausch company’s employee lot, was missing. The trailer was recovered at a Pilot truck stop in Toledo, Ohio, Aug. 15. According to Hastings Police, all of the beef had been removed from the trailer, as well as the refrigeration unit and several tires. Total loss to the company, JBS Carriers out of Green Bay, Wis., is estimated at over $100,000. Toledo authorities are assisting Hastings Police with processing the trailer for evidence. Anyone with information about the theft is asked to contact the Hastings City Police at 269-945-5744 or Barry County Silent Observer at 800-310-9031. �Page 2 — Thursday, August 19, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Annual Founders Fest provides fun in Delton The theme of the parade this year was ‘Christmas in August. These residents show the theme with their sporting red hats. The Delton Kellogg High School Marching Band plays music while in the parade. Clowns roam the streets of Founders Fest, providing entertainment for children. The Delton Founders Fest started off Friday, Aug. 13, and continued through Saturday, providing community activities and events throughout town. The day was comprised of everything from a parade to book sale, a rib contest, and new events such as a scavenger hunt and a local artist painting display. See the full story in the Reminder. Inflatables were provided to the children, with hundreds of kids lining up throughout the day to take a turn. Supporters of the Bernard Historical Museum ride their float in the parade. Several booths are set up on the side of the street, selling everything from hand-woven scarves and hats to collectible toys. County approves animal control advisory committee Shriners on mini-Model T Fords fill the street, weaving in and out and honking their horns. Now Leasing Pennock Village is an independent living retirement community. Walking distance to shopping center and Fish Hatchery Park. Tours are available Monday - Friday by appointment. Amenities Additional Services Close to Pennock Hospital Single story apartments 2 spacious bedrooms Appliances furnished Community room Carport with storage Health & Wellness Center Pet Friendly Meal & prescription delivery Lifeline emergency system Lab house calls For more details and a Virtual Tour www.pennockhealth.com One Village Drive • Hastings, MI 49058 The Ultimate in Retirement Living For Details call Beth at 269-945-5871 07546435 by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Tuesday the Barry County Board of Commissioners committee of the whole unanimously approved a motion to recommend that the board approve establishment of an advisory committee for Barry County Animal Control, which is operated by the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. The animal control advisory committee will consist of 11 people, including five citizens at large and one each from the following categories: Barry County Animal Control Department, county board, a local kennel operator, a Barry County rescue shelter operator, Barry County Humane Society and a Barry County veterinarian. In discussion preceding the vote, Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf said he would like to one of the 11 seats on the advisory committee be designated for a Barry County farmer. However, the consensus of the board was that one of the citizens at large could be a farmer. The committee also approved a mission statement and a list of objectives for the advisory committee. The statement declares that the mission of the 11-member panel is to advise the county board and the Animal Control Department in matters regarding the improvement of the shelter and services to the citizens of Barry County and improving the quality of life for animals under the jurisdiction of the department. A list of objectives approved by the committee of the whole are to proactively instill humane principles and behavior into the community through education and example; prevent and report animal cruelty or suffering; support enforcement of animal protection laws; foster volunteerism and create shelter volunteer opportunities; increase revenue or decrease operational costs and euthanasia through effective adoptions, fostering and effective marketing programs for adoptable animals; seek grants for and encourage contributions to the Barry County Animal Control Shelter for quality of life, spaying and neutering services and general education programs as well as animal care expenses in the shelter that are not currently covered; provide advice and recommend policies regarding shelter care and volunteerism with the intent of enhancing a healthful and humane environment in the shelter while maximizing community involvement; provide advice and notification regarding community animal health issues including questionable animal breeding, hoarding and other detrimental practices. The board of commissioners will advertise for applicants to the non-governmental seats on the advisory committee and will proceed with the interview and appointment process. Members of the advisory committee will be responsible for reporting to the Barry County Board of Commissioners each month. In other business, commissioners: • Approved a motion recommending the board amend the contract between the Michigan Department of Human Services and Barry County, which will allow the Barry County Friend of the Court to obtain the maximum amount from the Cooperative Reimbursement Program. • Heard an update from Barry County Zoning Director Jim McManus and Barry County Chamber and Economic Development Alliance Director Valerie Byrnes regarding the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) planning documentation and the regional planning process. They reported that Region 3, to which Barry County belongs, does not have a current CEDS document and federal US economic development grant dollars cannot be applied for without up-to-date documentation that includes regional economic development projects including those from Barry County. The committee approved a motion recommending that the board authorize County Administrator Michael Brown to work with the five other counties in the region to start the CEDS planning process. • Heard a presentation from Brown regarding the proposed 2011 budget, which was distributed to all judges, elected officials, department heads and funded agencies, as well as the board, for information and review. The proposed general fund budget totals $13,544,691, which is $632,338 less than the current 2010 budget. It will require a tax levy of 5.4230 mills for general fund operations and is budgeted to generate $9,519,714 (down from a high of $10,215,281 in 2009) in property tax revenue for the general fund. Due to what Brown called austere economic times in Michigan, the 2011 budget recommends the largest reduction in county dollars and staff within the past 15 years. The budget proposal includes elimination of six full-time and one part-time staff positions and the reduction of one full-time post to halftime. Recommended for elimination are secretary to the county administrator, one courthouse and grounds custodian, property appraiser; property records clerk, Cooperative Extension office manager, Cooperative Extension secretary, and planning and zoning office assistant. The abstractor’s position has been recommended for reduction from a full to a part-time. Department heads can appeal the proposed budget during Tuesday, Sept. 7, meeting. The board has until Oct. 26 to approve a budget for the 2011 fiscal year. • Heard a report from Hastings Community Development Director John Hart, Hastings Mayor Bob May and Downtown Development Authority (DDA) member Jim Brown, regarding the impact moving the Civil War monument from its current location in Tyden Park to the northwest corner of the courthouse lawn. During the last meeting of the committee-of-the-whole, Hart presented a preliminary site plan for the proposed war memorial and was asked by commissioners to research the impact the installation would have on existing trees at the proposed site. Hart said he had consulted with an arborist from the MSU Cooperative Extension Service, who said that he would recommend the removal of only two trees — a catalpa tree, which is believed to have been grown from a shoot of a catalpa tree on the grounds of the Michigan State Capitol, and 17-inch maple, because they would impede the view of the memorial. However, Hart said the arborist told him that with proper care and trimming, the impact to the existing tree canopy could be minimized. Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick said he felt a public hearing should be held before the project proceeds to determine whether there is community support for a war memorial on the courthouse lawn. “I think there is a better plan out there,” said VanNortwick. “Just because you had streetscape that was done ... 20 years ago ... maybe this is an opportunity to incorporate a higher-quality design in this. “A public hearing would be an opportunity for people to weigh in ... I would like that to take place so that I know that I am not the only one that’s got some concerns about this location,” he added. May responded that one way to gauge community support was whether people donated money for the memorial once the project had been approved by the board. He added that a national organization, dedicated to the preservation and prominent display of Civil War monuments, may also donate funds for the See ANIMAL SHELTER, pg. 6 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 19, 2010 — Page 3 Dr. Blair honored for service to the community by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Dr. Larry Blair thought he was going to see his daughter receive an award at Thursday’s annual Barry County Commission on Aging summer picnic. Instead, the tables were turned, and it was Dr. Blair who was the award recipient. Blair was named Barry County’s 2010 Senior Citizen of the Year, an award presented jointly by Hastings City Bank and the COA. The award showcases contributions made by older adults to civic and social life in the county and focuses on the positive benefits of remaining active while growing older. Nancy Goodin, of Hastings City Bank, who presented a plaque to Blair, said Blair was nominated by Lani Forbes, director of Barry County United Way, and Dr. James Spindler, a retired family physician. “Larry has quietly served Hastings and Barry County for over 40 years,” Spindler told the capacity crowd at the picnic, which was held indoors because of the heat and high humidity. He told Blair his award was “much deserved” and that he should look around the room and know that “the many people who are here this morning are a testimony to the love and respect this community has for you, Lorrie and the family.” A Hastings Rotary Club member, Blair served as the organization’s president in 1972. With United Way, he was the campaign cochairman in 1996, member of the board of directors and member of the by-laws and allocation committee. “Dr. Blair was chief of staff of Pennock Hospital in 1977. Larry was secretary/treasurer of Pennock Hospital Systems from 19952000, and he served as a trustee on the Pennock Hospital Board of Directors from 1984-2002,” Spindler said. “He was a member of the Pennock Hospital Ventures Board from 1987-99. During that time, he also served as the board’s president. Larry was instrumental in the design and building of Pennock Village and was one of the first physicians to locate his office in Pennock Hospital’s Physicians Center. Larry was very active in physician recruitment and assisted Pennock Hospital administration as an advisor and confidant. He also was chief of anesthesia for many years before retiring from medicine in 2002.” Blair and his wife, Lorrie, are active volunteers at Thornapple Manor. He successfully led a campaign to purchase the van used by residents at Thornapple Manor. “Along with Duane Allerding and some of his music friends, Larry entertains the residents at the Manor regularly,” Spindler told the audience. “I received this note a couple of days ago which speaks volumes about how this community thinks of Dr. Blair,” he said. The note, from Dr. Jim and Mary Atkinson, praises Blair’s service to the community, Thornapple Manor, Pennock Hospital and the local school system. “I remember the softball program – coaching, pitching, batting practice and helping build the new field – and other things you will hear about today show you are very deserving of the award,” the note from the Atkinsons said. Spindler reported that Lani Forbes said: “Dr. Blair is a special person who recognizes needs in the community and jumps right in to help solve them. Many people in this community do not even know the impact this man and his family have had on their lives.” Blair joined Dr. Will Birk’s family practice in 1964. Two years later, Birk left and Blair recruited Spindler as his partner. Blair recalled that a doctor’s office visit cost patients $3 when he started practicing medicine in Hastings. The audience howled with laughter. The Blairs, who have been married 51 years, have two daughters, Michelle Duits and Sheri Colquitt, who were at the award ceremony as were two of the Blairs’ three Surrounding Dr. Larry Blair (foreground) on the day of his award are (from left) grandson Eric Duits, daughter Michelle Duits, grandson Austin Colquitt, wife Lorrie Blair and daughter Sheri Colquitt. grandsons, Eric Duits and Austin Colquitt. To get her dad to the COA picnic and make the award presentation a surprise, Michelle told Blair she was getting an award and she wanted her parents to be there. Speaking about Hastings City Bank partnering with the COA to select one outstanding Senior Citizen of the Year since 2003, Nancy A frozen T-shirt contest had six volunteers on stage trying to unfold frozen T-shirts. COA Executive Director Tammy Pennington and COA Activities Coordinator Virginia Payne are pictured with them. The shirts were folded when they were wet and then placed in a freezer. Contestants were asked to unfold the stiff shirts and try to be the first to successfully put on an icy shirt. Eric Duits (right), Dr. Blair’s grandson, was declared the winner even though he selected a short-cut by thawing his frozen shirt in water after some noble attempts to unfold the frozen cloth. A capacity crowed packed the Barry County Commission on Aging picnic last Thursday. The event was held indoors because of the high heat and humidity. Goodin said, “It has been an honor and a joy to do so because we live in a community that has so many active, involved senior citizens who enrich our lives in ways that are both subtle and powerful.” She thanked everyone who nominated a senior for the 2010 award and congratulated all this year’s nominees, who in addition to Blair, were Glenna May Adams, John J. Loftus, Jennie Osgood and Harriet Willbrandt. Goodin acknowledged “the wonderful contributions they have made to our community.” Past Senior Citizen of the Year winners have been Kensinger Jones, Florence Marble, Joyce Weinbrecht, Don Reid, Nyla Nye, Ruth Newton, Russell Nash, Earl McMullin, Mabel Boylon, Russ and Jean Hammond, Ruby Ball and Howard “Hoot” Gibson. At last week’s COA event, Maple Valley High School cheerleaders entertained the crowd and helped serve the picnic lunch. COA Executive Director Tammy Pennington was the emcee. A frozen T-shirt contest had six volunteers on stage trying to unfold frozen T-shirts. The shirts were folded when they were wet and then placed in a freezer. Contestants were asked to unfold the stiff shirts and try to be the first to successfully put on an icy shirt. Eric Duits, Dr. Blair’s grandson, was declared the winner even though he selected a short-cut by thawing his frozen shirt in water. Follow the Stars H H H H H Maple Valley High School cheerleaders seemed to brighten the morning for local senior citizens attending the picnic. to one of the strongest banks in the nation. Hastings City Bank has been awarded BauerFinancial’s* highest 5 Star Superior rating for financial strength and stability as of June 2010. We are the only bank in our service area to have this coveted rating. *BauerFinancial has been providing the public with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions regarding their banking relationships for over a quarter of a century. For the rating of any U.S. bank or federally insured credit union, simply visit www.bauerfinancial.com 77548766 Andy Pierson, a Maple Valley High School student, gets ready to serve a picnic lunch to the senior citizens and guests in attendance at the Barry County Commission on Aging event. �Page 4 — Thursday, August 19, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Paul Blacken officially becomes Delton Kellogg superintendent by David DeDecker Staff Writer The Delton Kellogg Board of Education formally approved Paul Blacken as its new superintendent of Schools at a meeting Monday, Aug. 16. Blacken said he plans to offer a student-focused curriculum and a balanced educational experience. “Financially, we have been conservative because of the dramatic recession within our state. As a result, we are in stable condition. We are working to build our fund balance in order to survive future state cutbacks in K-12 education,” Blacken said in a later interview. “We did not fill the assistant superintendent position, and the principals are all taking on extra responsibilities, due to budget constraints.” In June, the district accepted the retirement of nine teachers and four support staff, which, he said, enabled the board of education to call back all of the eligible teachers who had been laid off in May due to budget cuts. “With that in mind, we are pleased to offer Advanced Placement classes, auto/machine/construction trade classes and a full fine arts program in our high school,” he said. “Our elementary and middle schools will focus on the core areas of mathematics, science, language arts and social studies. In addition, physical education classes and arts and technology courses will be offered. And of course, athletics, theater and quiz bowl, chess and language clubs will be part of the extra-curricular activities available. He added that several new environmental projects are also underway in partnership with the Kellogg Biological Station, which is owned by Michigan State University. Blacken came to Delton Kellogg as a basketball coach, was a teacher, served as assistant principal and high school principal for 17 years and assistant superintendent for four years. “It is an honor for me to serve the Delton community as superintendent of schools,” said Blacken. (For more information about Delton Kellogg Schools this year, see the upcoming newsletter in the Hastings Reminder.) Summer film program to hold screening Saturday More than 50 fifth through 12th grade students from across Barry County have produced two short films during a summer film class coordinated by Todd Willard. A screening of their finished work will be held a 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, at the Hastings 4 Theater. Admission is $2 per person. The first comedy, “Well Miss Farkle,” stars Mandy Buehler as the teacher. The film begins with the students being called on by the teacher to turn in their final projects for summer school. Then each student tells the tragic tale of the demise of his or her assignment, as the audience is transported back in time to watch what happened. Northeastern Elementary Principal Terry Sedlar and custodian Jeff Cook make cameo appearances. In the second film, “Uncle Todd Substitutes,” a summer school student, played by Alyssa Dipert, volunteers her Uncle Todd, played by Willard, to substitute for the regular teacher. The rest of the cast is rounded out by the 50 Barry County students who enrolled in the summer film class. Many of the summer film program’s previous works have won awards, with “Uncle Todd Comes to Visit” and “Another Visit from Uncle Todd” being chosen as Best of Show winners from hundreds of entries at the Michigan’s Film and Video Festival in 2005 and 2007, respectively. Willard’s students also received two Excellence awards for 2006’s “The Teacher Stepped Out” and 2008’s “Eddie Yeti.” Michigan’s Film and Video Festival is the largest and oldest film festival in the United States. Freeport council appointees on November ballot Over the past two years, the Village of Freeport has appointed four area residents to openings on the village council. They and current president Tiffany Sheely will be on the Nov. 2 ballot for village residents. Running to fill the remaining two-year terms are Bill Andrews and Ryan Roseboom. Those running for four-year terms are Tami Hester, Mary Murphy and Sheely. No one is on the ballot for village president. Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, Aug. 19 — Teen Pizza and Pages discusses Maximum Ride: The Angel Experiment by James Patterson; Movie Memories remembers Vera Ellen with “The Belle of New York,” 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21 — Anime Club, 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 24 — young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library for more information at 269- 945-4263. Animal shelter advisory committee shouldn’t be seen as a threat The Barry County Board of Commissioners voted in May the purpose of helping them better manage the facility? against adopting a resolution that would have established an adviLast week, I went to the shelter to look things over for myself. sory board to help manage the county animal shelter, but they did As I entered the facility, the staff seemed attentive and ready to agree to continue their discussion of the proposal. Since then, the help me find just the right pet. After going over the adoption protopic has come up frequently with little or no decisions on the cedures, they directed me to tour the kennel area to see the dogs issue until last week’s meeting when the board unanimously and cats available at that time. approved the motion to establish an advisory board under the The dogs they all seemed to be jumping up and saying, “Take direction of the sheriff’s department. According to board mem- me, I’ll be your best friend.” After a few minutes, I had to get out bers, the goal of the committee will be to advise the county board of there or I might have had several new friends roaming through and the Animal Control department on matters regarding my house. The facility appeared to be clean and providing a good improvement of services to the public and the quality of life for environment for the animals. The only criticism I might have the animals in the shelter. would be the governmental feeling you get as you enter the facilTuesday, the county board discussed the composition of the ity. It appeared to be a lock-up rather than a place to show off a board and authorized staff nice selection of pets to to advertise for the posiprospective owners. tions on the advisory Hopefully, with the influboard. The county is ence of an advisory comlooking for a kennel opermittee, they will be able ator, an animal rescue to change appearance operator, a Barry County from a shelter environHumane Society member, ment to that of a retail a veterinarian and five operation. citizens at large. One The present shelter has commissioner and a repbeen the dream of many resentative of the Animal local residents who Control department will formed the Animal round out the panel. Shelter 2000 Committee, The process began at with the intention of the May 18 meeting when replacing the former Board Chairman Robert aging facility with a Houtman proposed the modern new building to advisory committee. better house Barry Sheriff Dar Leaf said he County’s animals in need didn’t want his officers to of shelter. Committee be “micro-managed” by a members held a variety committee or the county of fundraisers, accepting board. Since that meetShown above is the animal shelter built in the late 1950s. The facil- donations from hundreds ing, private citizens and ity was added on to two times before the Animal Shelter 2000 com- of citizens who understaff have been allowed mittee took it upon themselves to raise funds to build the present facil- stood the need for a new to voice their concerns ity on Industrial Park Drive. Throughout the animal shelter’s history, facility. Several commitabout the new committee. tee members were also the volunteers and their dedication to the animals going through the Houtman’s original promembers of the Barry facility have made the difference in the kind of facility we offer. posal was to bring outside County Humane Society, interests in the form of a which has been dealing committee to better understand the issues facing the shelter. The with animal and shelter issues in the county since early 1960. whole idea of the advisory committee was to establish citizen parFor years now, the county board has handled issues concerning ticipation over the operation of the shelter. Some citizens said the shelter. Commissioners don’t have the time and expertise to they felt it might become a bureaucracy or another layer of gov- understand the day-to-day operations of the facility. Forming an ernment to deal with. Others said they were more concerned about advisory committee is their best chance to throw off the daily establishing a committee with questions over the kind of job operational responsibilities to a group of knowledgeable, conAnimal Control was doing. cerned animal lovers willing to oversee the facility. What really matters here is the way we deal with the animals At last week’s county board meeting, County Administrator that come through the facility. Barry County citizens should all Michael Brown presented results from research he did into the want the best for the animals by maintaining a clean, healthy and cost of contracting out the services of the shelter. Of the counties safe environment until homes can be found for these animals. The he contacted, 15 responded on how they manage their facilities. In best way to ensure this will happen is by allowing people with two comparatives, Muskegon County spent about $88,000 while experience in handling animals who are willing to devote the time Calhoun County $57,100 per year. Barry County currently spends necessary to establish operational standards acceptable to the about $240,000 a year for staff and operations. Plus, Sheriff Leaf board and the citizens of Barry County. recently asked the county board to consider a part-time shelter The advisory committee shouldn’t be taken as a threat by staff director to oversee daily operations. I think once the advisory or the sheriff’s department; it will bring knowledgeable people committee is in place, the need for a director will diminish after together looking for better ways to manage the shelter operation. they will find ways to better manage the facility. The committee also will divert attention away from staff and put It took nearly four months to get the advisory committee proit where it belongs — on the advisory committee that sets the pol- gram underway, but in the long run, I’m sure it will prove a valuicy and oversees the facility. able asset to the animals that go through the shelter and for counThe one thing that has concerned me since the discussion began ty and taxpayers. over forming the advisory committee is what do staff and the sheriff’s department have to hide? If staff is doing a good job, Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics they shouldn’t have any concerns of bringing in an advisory group. Why wouldn’t they welcome an advisory committee with Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. Should school be year-round? Do you think school districts should consider going toward more of a “year-round” school schedule? Would this keep students from forgetting lessons over the summer? The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Published by... Hastings Banner, Inc. A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Vern Jenks III, Middleville: “I am not in favor of year-round school. I think parents and students need some quality time off. I think starting after Labor Day is good.” Joy Jenks, Middleville: “I do think that having a year-round schedule would be good. I think kids really need extra education, and this way they get back to learning without forgetting everything. ” Mike Brighton, Lake Odessa: “Summer vacations are an important time for immediate families to reconnect. It would be very difficult to arrange for reunions when people from different states are on different schedules.” Mike Rudisill, Lake Odessa: “Year-round school would make better use of the facilities. It would also give high school students a chance to graduate earlier and give them a head start on their career.” Jackie Rosenberg, Hastings: “I would like to have year-round school because it would make it so you don’t forget what you learned all year long.” Jaden Rosenberg, Hastings: “Year-round school is a good idea because you go to school and you work hard, and then over summer break you lose half of it, and then you’re lost when you go back to school.” Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 19, 2010 — Page 5 Boating questions dominate Gun Lake Protective Association meeting by Fran Faverman Staff Writer Approximately 75 people turned out for the annual meeting of the Gun Lake Protective Association (GLPA) Saturday, Aug. 14, at the Gun Lake Community Chapel. President Doyle Smith welcomed the group with a brief history of the association, which was founded in the 1920s to preserve the area’s natural beauty and its value as a resource. The most interesting item on the agenda for most attendees was the report from the Barry County Marine Patrol headed by Sgt. Julie Jones and formerly headed by Capt. Bill Johnson. Smith introduced Johnson and Jones and the marine patrol unit, which has the primary responsibility for police and emergency services on the lake. Johnson said Jones has the “nuts and bolts patrol responsibility.” He noted that a call had come in at 7 a.m. that morning. Marine patrol deputies discovered an allegedly intoxicated individual passed out on an island and another in a boat. Jones said 50 tickets had been issued this season for drunken boating. She thanked the association for its partnership with the department, saying, “Our mission is to create a safer boating environment through education, enforcement, emergency response and environmental protection.” Jones added that the 14 deputies working the lake had made more than 3,000 contacts with lake users and put in over 500 hours on the lake. She said they had received many complaints about trespassing on the islands. She also clarified when residents should call 911 and when they should use the department’s non-emergency number. If immediate action is needed, such as a life-threatening or injury situation or a drunken boater, call 911. If it is a complaint such as trespassing, residents should call 269-948-4801. She added that Neighborhood Watch had undergone a revamping in the county. Persons interested in establishing a Neighborhood Watch should contact her for information on the requirements. The rules for personal watercraft have changed and will change again next year, she noted. Currently any person, regardless of age, who was born after Jan. 1, 1979, must have a boating safety certificate to operate a personal water craft or have a card indicating completion of the personal watercraft course. Next year, the age for operating personal watercraft unsupervised will go to age 16. Responding to a question about the relationship between Allegan and Barry counties on the lake which lies mostly in the latter, Johnson explained that by agreement, Barry County has assumed responsibility for patrolling the lake. However, the law gives Allegan jurisdiction one mile in from the county line, which allows the Allegan County Sheriff’s Department to patrol the lake periodically. Several questions concerned closing of Orangeville Island, regulations governing the size of boats, the number of boats that can be launched from the state park on a given day, shore stations several feet from the shore, and the cost of launching boats from the Allegan County Park. According to Jones, the closing of Orangeville Island, also known as Party Island, has not led to a reduced level of activity on the lake. What has decreased, she said, is drunk driving of boat, animal waste and other pollution. Johnson said there is no law regulating the size of boats on lakes. The limit on the number of boats that can be launched at the state park is controlled by the number of parking spaces in the boat launch area; when the area is full, no more boats can be launched from the site. Users have to pay to launch boats from the Allegan County Park. Shore stations installed a distance from the shoreline have to be dealt with on a case-bycase basis, according to Johnson. The issue, since shore stations are not illuminated, is whether the stations represent navigational hazards. When asked who would be liable if a shore station were to be hit, Johnson said that would have to be settled in court. “Living on the lake is not easy,” he added. Noise, no-wake rules and buoys also were topics of questions. Johnson agreed that noise was a problem. “They just move on,” he said of offenders. “They know where we are.” An aspect of the noise issue is the sound created by air boats. Johnson pointed out that current law addresses exhaust and engine noises; propeller noises are not addressed. The state has a no-wake rule that goes into effect at 7:30 p.m. He said he views as slim the chances of getting residents to adopt it when most don’t have a chance to get out onto the lake until around 7 p.m. Marking shelves and sandbars with buoys drew disagreement between the department and GLPA. “It is not the sheriff’s responsibility,” said Johnson. Smith responded, “GLPA is not responsible because of liability. The Gun Lake Princess used to put them out but not anymore.” Board member Jim Riehl added that the association could not control and monitor the buoys; their attorney had advised them not to do it because of liability concerns. In a separate presentation, Kelly Goward, a watershed technician with the Allegan Conservation District, showed pictures of successful greenbelt, or buffer strip, installations designed to reduce pollution and erosion by eliminating lawns next to the water’s edge. Installations have been funded by a program in which the property owner pays 25 percent of the cost of installation, and the state pays 75 percent. She urged people interested in such a project to contact her (269-673-8965, ext. 3) to set up a site visit. Goward also noted that renovations to the Allegan County park and boat launch site on Patterson Road includes a buffer strip. The GLPA is funding an informational kiosk site. Responding to a question about how to keep the geese from property, Goward suggested tall vegetation. Geese, she said, do not like vegetation that is two to three feet tall. Jay Wesley of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment, fisheries division apologized for his brief appearance, saying that he has been working the Marshall oil spill on the Kalamazoo River. He reported that beginning Oct. 1, residents will have the opportunity to pay a $10 fee to secure admission to all of Michigan’s state parks. A special sticker to be added to license plates will identify persons who have paid the fee. The normal daily charge and the season pass charge will be eliminated for Michigan residents but will remain for out-of-state visitors. Of great interest to people who fish on Gun Lake was news that the stocking of walleye will probably resume on the lake in the spring. Wesley said research indicated that restrictions imposed to control the spread of viral hemorrhagic septicemia will be lifted in the spring. Current plans call for stocking the lake with 2,000 eight- to nine-inch fingerlings in October. Wesley said the Gun Lake band of the Pottawatomi Indian tribe has approached the department about restoring wild rice in the lake. The rice is a species of native plant and historically was harvested by the tribe, but boating regulations have allowed the rice patches to be chopped up. Areas will need to be marked off for the rice which the tribe will harvest. He said the department is interested in partnering with the tribe in the project. Pam Tyning, an aquatic biologist with Progressive Engineering, the firm providing lake management services to the Gun Lake Improvement Board, explained that lake treatment efforts began eight years ago to manage Eurasian milfoil, an invasive form of seaweed. While the Eurasian milfoil is now under control, she said, a new invader, starry stonewort, a type of algae, has become a problem. Attempts to treat starry stonewort with copper sulfate have not been very successful, she said. A mechanical harvester has been used in portions of the lake on a trial basis to remove the mats. The problem is severe in Sunrise Shores and Johnson Channels. A peroxide solution has been used in Sunrise Shoes, with limited success, she reported. Attempts are continuing to find another chemical suppressant but, she said, questions of cost as opposed to the cost of copper sulfate also are a consideration. At this point, Tyning said a best solution has not yet been identified. Another problem has been the pitting of aluminum pontoons, which has been attributed to a chemical reaction between the copper sulfate and the aluminum. She also said the zebra mussel situation appears to have reached a plateau and that she does not think much change will occur. Tyning also explained how the treatment efforts are financed. A special assessment district was created to fund the Gun Lake Improvement Board and appears on the December tax bills. The board, under the supervision of the Barry County Drain Commission, has nine members: Russ Yarger, Barry County Drain Commissioner; Betty Reininger, Allegan County Drain Commissioner; Doyle Smith, GLPA representative; Craig Stolsonburg, Barry County Commissioner; Don Black, Allegan County Commissioner; and one representative from each township: Orangeville, Robert Perino, Yankee Springs, Al Schwennesen, Martin, Lori Mead, and Wayland, Doug Kammeraad. Jan Schuiling, who with the help of her family handles the provision of the Fourth of July fireworks display, reported that she had heard nothing but compliments about this year’s display. Wolverine Fireworks was the contractor. “You make it possible,” she told the audience. “It celebrates the community.” She explained that the date for the fireworks was always the date closest to the Fourth of July weekend. Occasions when the date falls in the middle of the week led to the decision to choose the weekend closest to the holiday. On that basis, the display will be Saturday, July 2, 2011, with a rain date of Sunday, July 3. The business portion of the meeting began when Smith introduced association officers, Vice President Gerald Molitor and SecretaryTreasurer Lynn Donaldson. The officers, along with six directors, make up the ninemember board of directors. He continued, saying that the board, with the exception of the secretary-treasurer, is entirely an unpaid board. Members are elected for three-year terms, which are staggered so that every year three are up for election. Before proceeding to the election of directors, Smith announced the resignation of trustee Chuck Norris and said that the board had appointed Jerry Artz to serve the balance of Norris’ term. Up for re-election this year were Riehl and Schuiling, and up for election was Artz. All three were elected by voice vote. Smith added that he was always looking for candidates to take board positions. He noted that many current directors and officers of the association were approaching retirement age and successors needed to be found in time to avoid having a wholesale turnover at some point. Donaldson discussed the financial report. The association, he said, is in very good financial shape. For the fiscal year ending June 30, the checking account balance was $39,851; the money market fund, which is a reserve account, has a balance of $50,856. Responding to questions from the audience, Donaldson said that the directory, which is distributed to members each year, is supported entirely by advertising revenues. Professional fees of $2,625 were paid to a local accounting firm which files all necessary state and federal financial forms for the association, he said. A query about Donaldson’s $4,000 stipend as secretarytreasurer brought a response from Riehl, who said the board evaluated the stipend every year and that the amount had been increased through the years to reflect the increased workload. Donaldson also maintains the association’s data base, arranges insurance coverages and monitors the website. A question about charitable status for the GLPA drew a response from Smith that the possibility of becoming a 501(c)3 was being considered by the board of directors. Donaldson concluded his report saying that the association has 1,054 paid members, approximately 30 more than the previous year. About 70 percent of residents are members of GLPA. He added that just slightly more than 50 percent of members contribute to the cost of the fireworks on the Fourth of July weekend. Smith closed the meeting, thanking those who had attended for their participation. DNRE urges caution around syringes in Lake Michigan The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment has received reports of syringes washing up on Lake Michigan-area beaches, from Shelby to Arcadia. Officials said they suspect that the syringes are from a major combined sewer overflow that occurred in the Milwaukee area July 25. Wind and lake currents are thought to have carried the syringes and other waste across the lake, resulting in the refuse washing up on the Michigan shoreline. The U.S. Coast Guard has been made aware of the incident and is investigating the source. “These syringes have the potential to harbor bacteria and viruses that can spread infec- tious diseases, such as hepatitis or HIV, and anyone coming across one is encouraged to use extreme caution to avoid being stuck with the needle,” said Liz Browne, assistant division chief of the DNRE’s environmental resource management division. Browne added that syringes only be picked up with extreme caution, preferably with puncture-resistant gloves, and placed in heavy plastic containers, such as detergent bottles with screw-on caps or coffee cans with a taped-down lids. Syringes can be taken to the Manistee County Medical Care Facility at 1505 E. Parkdale Ave. in Manistee or to the entrance booth at Ludington State Park. The DNRE does not recommend placing the syringes in with regular household trash since this can expose waste collection company workers to potential needle injuries. All other solid waste collected from the shoreline can be disposed of by property owners with their regular household trash. Recommended disposal methods for syringes generated by individuals on a daily basis due to self-homecare treatment of medical conditions can be found in a DNRE pamphlet titled “The Point is ... Needles Hurt” That pamphlet, a list of sharps collection programs and services by county and other information can be found on the DNRE’s website, www.michigan.gov/deqmedwaste. The cast sings to Charlie Brown, portrayed by Ian Henretty, in The Revue’s production of “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown,” which takes the stage this weekend in Nashville. ‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’ opens in Nashville tomorrow night by Shari Carney Staff Writer The Revue theater group will present its summer production of “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown” this weekend. Show dates and times are 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 20, and Saturday, Aug. 21, and 3 p.m. Sun. Aug. 22, at the Main Street Theater, 301 N. Main St., Nashville. The musical by Clark M. Gesner is based on the “Peanuts” comic strip by Charles M. Schulz, and the story is about an average day in the life of Charlie Brown. “The Revue performs a summer show with high school and college-age kids to help them develop their skills outside of school and cre- ates a positive experience for them during the summer,” said Director Amy Jo Kinyon. The cast of characters includes Sally Brown, Stephanie Schaffer; Lucy Van Pelt, Marissa Gonzales; Snoopy, Dale White; Schroeder, Jonathon Olson; Charlie Brown, Ian Henretty; Linus Van Pelt, Clint Franklin; Woodstock and Marcie, Kelsey Venton; Redhead Girl, Emily Smith; Woodstock 2, Heidi Olson; Peppermint Patti, Makayla Schrump; PigPen, Casey Eldridge; and Rerun, Seth Trowbridge. Assisting with the rehearsals are Sarah Shoemaker as vocal coach and Teresa Pash as accompanist. Photo contest to help illustrate new book The Barry Community Foundation is adding a new twist to its annual photo contest. The Barry County Calendar project featured its last production in 2010. The 2010 photographers will be featured in a special publication, entitled the Healthy Communities Book. Director Bonnie Hildreth said that within this new publication, seven key areas are identified as elements of a healthy community: • Arts and culture — images should display a wide variety of recreational, historical and cultural opportunities. • Basic needs — display a compassionate social, economic and political environment where people have full opportunities to meet basic needs for themselves and their families, to build assets and to advance themselves. • Economy — project an economy that is diverse, vital and innovative, that grows strong businesses and business districts and creates adequate jobs and income for residents. • Education — images should display new ideas and provide high-quality education and life-long learning for all members of the community. • Environment — show the natural beauty of the county which helps preserve and sustain the environment. • Health and wellness — display high-quality health services on a personal, community and systems level and promote a healthy lifestyle. • Neighborhoods and communities — images should portray equal opportunity for all individuals to participate in and influence decisions that affect each of their lives and embrace diversity and promotes a sense of community. Local residents are invited to submit their photographs that exemplify one of these seven elements within Barry County to the Barry Community Foundation by 5 p.m. Dec. 15. The contest is open to all individuals who work or live in Barry County. Each entry should be an eight-by-10 original work with a label containing the artist’s name, address, and phone number, as well as the title of the print and element that they believe their photo is depicting. Color prints must be accompanied by a digital file or negative. Judges will be looking for the top 14 photos that best represent each of the seven elements of a healthy community. The Healthy Communities Book will be used across the county to promote local initiatives that support Barry County agencies, organizations, business and residents. Call the Barry Community Foundation at 269-945-0526 for further questions about the contest or for information about any of the more than 170 funds the foundation holds. Correction In an article in the Aug. 5 Banner about robbery victim Wayne Houghtaling, Dylan Jiles was incorrectly identified as Houghtaling’s nephew. Jiles was sentenced to nine months in jail on charges of receiving and concealing stolen property and malicious destruction of property for a fence broken during the break-ins at Houghtaling’s Lammers Road residence. Houghtaling said Jiles is definitely not his nephew. COUNTY WIDE YARD SALE & SWAP MEET Saturday, August 21 CHARLTON PARK 9am to 3pm Hastings, MI FREE Public Admission Vendor Space (15x30) $10 advanced reservation • $15 Day of the sale Go to www.charltonpark.org–Special Events ARTS, CRAFTS AND For Registration Forms DIRECT SALES Or call Linda to reserve your space: WELCOME 269-945-3775 Village, Museum & Recreation Area 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings, MI 49058-8102 Ph: 269-945-3775 Fax: 269-945-0390 www.charltonpark.org 77548592 �Page 6 — Thursday, August 19, 2010 — The Hastings Banner ANIMAL SHELTER, continued from page 2 project once it has been approved. “Your point is right, if they don’t bring the money, we know there isn’t the support,” said May. “It’s unfortunate that the only way we can vote is with our wallet,” said VanNortwick. “How about those folks that don’t have the economic advantage of voting that way?” “They don’t have to pay, Jeff,” said Brown who added that they needed to focus on whether the two trees in question could or should be moved. “I’d just like to say that whether you got money in your pocket or not, the question that public support can only be done by those who have dollars in their pocket is offensive to me, and I would like to see us participate in a public forum,” said VanNortwick, who said he would support the move if a forum were held and the public did show support in favor of “The question that public support can only be done by those who have dollars in their pocket is offensive to me, and I would like to see us participate in a public forum.” – Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick Worship Together… 77548558 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. The praise team rehearses on Wednesday’s at 6:30 p.m. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-731-5194 or -517-8521806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-945-9121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday MidWeek: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Willard F. Myers Priscilla S. Anderson NASHVILLE, MI - Willard F. Myers of Nashville, age 88, died Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2010 at his residence. Willard was born June 21, 1922 in Brookfield Township, Eaton County, the son of LeRoy and Ora Belle (Potts) Myers and had lived and farmed in the Brookfield, Olivet and Nashville areas all his life. He had worked at the John Bean Co. for 27 years until they closed their Lansing Plant. He was a member of the Olivet and Nashville Lions clubs and was a past president of the Nashville Lions. He was involved in stock and modified tractor pulling for many years and was a past president of the Central Michigan Tractor Pullers. He named his modified tractor “The Budget Breaker” having pulled all over Michigan and Canada. Willard was an accomplished fiddler and founded the Nashville Strings 16 years ago. He also enjoyed teaching others to play the fiddle. He was inducted into the Michigan Fiddlers Hall of Fame in 2006 in Hillsdale and had also been inducted into the Prairieville Farmers Hall of Fame. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Bessie Irene (Colbridge) Myers to whom he was married on Nov. 16, 1946 at the First Congregational Church in Charlotte by Rev. Russell McConnell. Also surviving are two sons, David (Elizabeth) Myers of Grand Ledge and Ralph (Sue) Myers of Hastings; four grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, August 20, 2010 at the Nashville Baptist Church with Rev. Lester DeGroot officiating. Interment will be in the Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 19 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home in Charlotte. Memorial contributions may go to the Barry Community Hospice or the Nashville Baptist Church. www.burkhead-greenfuneralhome.com. HASTINGS, MI - Priscilla S. Anderson, age 68, of Hastings, passed away on Monday, August 16, 2010 at her residence. She was born September 9, 1941 in Battle Creek, the daughter of Philman C. and Loretta (Bishop) Ferman. She attended school in Battle Creek. She worked as a nurses aid for area nursing homes and home health care. Priscilla was married on June 19, 1965 to Albert H. Anderson, they were married for 38 years before he died on July 31, 2003. She was also preceded in death by her parents, and a sister, Joanne Runion. She enjoyed gardening, macrame , baking and especially being with her children and grandchildren. Priscilla is survived by her five children, Jackie Lusby, Brenda Stillman, Barb (Chad) Livingston, Deb (Bill) Hall and Floyd Totton all of Hastings; four stepchildren, Carol White of Hastings, Helen (Jim) Hess of Grand Rapids, Barb Anderson of Hastings and Eugene (Mary) Anderson of Grand Rapids; 21 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Bud (Nancy) Ferman of Morley; a sister, Pat (Floyd Dunklee of Hastings; special friends, Vikki Jarman and Karen Mann. Funeral services were held Wednesday, August 18, 2010 at Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Rev. Carla Smith officiating. Burial was at Fuller Cemetery. Memorials can be made to the American Diabetes Association. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings . You may leave a message or memory to the family at girrbachfuneralhome.net. Ronald Eldon Poulson LAKE ODESSA, MI - Ronald Eldon Poulson, age 74, of Lake Odessa, passed away on Tuesday, August 10, 2010 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. He was born January 21, 1936 in Middleville, the son of Eldon and Doris (Wellington) Poulson. Ronald is survived by his sister, Linda (John) McGuire of Middleville; two nieces, Kimberly (Rob) Pinks and Katie (John Todd) McGuire. A graveside service was held at Riverside Cemetery on Saturday, August 14, 2010. Pastor Jeff Garrison officiated. Memorial contributions can be made to the charity of one's choice. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at girrbachfuneralhome.net . Joyce M. Dilno CLOVERDALE, MI - Joyce M. Dilno, of Cloverdale, age 81, passed away August 17, 2010, at Thornapple Manor in Hastings. Joyce was born August 8, 1929, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Otis and Opel (Wood) Pickle. Joyce was raised by her mother and Orlo Crandall, her stepfather. Joyce loved to dance, fishing, camping, and gardening. Most of all she loved her children and grandchildren. She was a member of the VFW Post 422, Auxiliary. On December 2, 1950, she married Elmer Dilno, who survives. Members of her family include, daughters, Linda (Dan) Crane, Susan (Wesley) Voth, Sandra Baldwin, and Gale (Howard) Ladwig; 10 grandchildren, and several great and great great grandchildren. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; a son Steven; a brother and a sister. A memorial service will be conducted, Friday, August 20, 2010, 1 p.m., with visitation from 12 to 1 p.m., at the Williams-Gores Funeral Home in Delton. Private burial will take place in Bellevue Cemetery. Memorial contributions to: Barry Community Hospice, the Alzheimer's Association, or VFW Post 422, will be appreciated. Please visit www.williams-goresfuneral. com to view and sign Joyce's online guest book. Do-It-Yourself DO-IT-YOURSELF CORNER Corner Why Use an Airless Paint Sprayer? Tyler and Beverly Guernsey of Hastings, Mich. are honored to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jamie Lynn Guernsey to Jesse Taylor Cappon, son of Martin and Carolyn Cappon, also of Hastings. Jamie is a 2009 graduate of Faith Christian School. Jesse is a 2005 graduate of Hastings High School and a 2009 graduate of Ferris State University and is currently employed in Los Angeles, Calif., with a career in digital animation. The two are planning an Oct. 22, 2010 wedding at Cedar Creek Bible Church. They will be residing in Los Angeles, Calif. Want a faster, easier way to complete your painting projects? Do you want uniform coverage on uneven surfaces, more than four times faster than brushing, and over twice as fast as traditional rolling? Well the answer is simple – use an AIRLESS PAINT SPRAYER! tional brush/roll method. What is an Airless Paint Sprayer? Paint from a bucket, either from a 1 or 5 gallon container, is pumped under high pressure through a hose to the spray gun and tip. When the spray gun is triggered, the paint flows through the spray tip, creating a restriction and causing the paint to break up and atomize into a fine spray pattern. “Advantages & Operation of an Airless Paint Sprayer” Stop by next week, Wednesday, August 25 at 6:30 pm. GRAND RENTAL STATION will have a clinic on Come join us at 575 Tanner Lake Road Airless painting equipment makes painting fast, easy, affordable, and requires minimal added prep work. Once you experience the timesavings and quality of finish provided, you’ll never want to tackle another painting project using the tradi- 575 Tanner Lake Road, Hastings, MI • Call us at 948-9891 77548285 102 Cook Hastings Area Obituaries Welcome to the Guernsey-Cappon 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 945-2471 The Barry Community Foundation’s Next Generation Fund has announced availability of grant funds to support projects focusing on emerging needs. The NGF is particularly interested in community-based programs that appeal and respond to diverse needs and interests and whose content and methods address the current grant topic. Use of existing resources and facilities is encouraged. Eligible organizations must have a charitable purpose and provide services within the Barry County area. Priority consideration will be given to programs that bring matching funds or in-kind resources to the project, include a broad and diverse population within the project itself, are widely accessible, collaborative, make use of volunteers and are new and innovative. The NGF is particularly interested in providing seed money for model projects. Uses for grant funds include programming, implementation (including transportation), promotion and limited administrative costs. Limitations include construction and capital expenses, annual giving and capital campaigns, normal operating expenses, religious or sectarian purposes, computer hardware, individuals, advocacy or political purposes, loans, multi-year funding, re-granting, reimbursements, and fundraising projects. Applicants must complete forms available online at www.barrycf.org or contact the Barry Community Foundation to receive a copy, stating the purpose of the project, the history of the applicant organization, and the number of residents involved and affected by the project. Applications are to be submitted to the Barry Community Foundation no later than Aug. 30. The NGF will review each application. Foundation staff or the NGF may ask to meet with representatives from applicant organizations. NGF recommendations for funding will be brought to the Barry Community Foundation’s board of directors for final approval. All applicants will be notified by mail of the NGF’s decisions. For more information, contact the Barry Community Foundation at 269-945-0526 or Laurie@barrycf.org. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Coffee Time; 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thurs., Aug. 19 - Church offices closed for moving; 7 p.m. Praise Team. Fri., Aug. 20 - Church offices closed for moving. Mon., Aug. 23 - Session. Wed., Aug. 25 - 6:30 p.m., NAPS Parent Orientation Fiberglass Products 1401 N. Broadway Hastings Foundation’s Next Generation Fund deadline is August 30 GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost Aug. 22 - Worship 8 & 10 a.m.. No Sunday School June/August. Quarterly Mission Ingathering for Lutheran World Relief. Mission Disciple Meeting 11:15. Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7 p.m.; Women’s Al-Anon 7p.m. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-9459414 or 945-2645; fax 269-9452698.http://www.discovergrace.org This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Lauer Family Funeral Homes the proposal. He added that he had been contacted by a number of people who, “aren’t impressed with this yet and think our due trust is to deal with the trees that we have been entrusted with on the grounds today” “Mr. Commissioner, I’m sure that there are people out there that are against it. There’s people out there against almost anything,” said May. “We’re never going to make all the public happy. I think we’ve all seen that when you have public meetings, you only get a handful.” Commissioner Howard Gibson made a motion that the county confirm motions passed by the board supporting the move of the Civil War monument and the establishment of a war memorial on the courthouse lawn. The motion was passed 5-1 with VanNortwick casting the dissenting vote. �Page 8 — Thursday, August 19, 2010 — The Hastings Banner RULING, continued from page 1 Lake Odessa The Depot Complex will not have special exhibits this month, but the genealogy rooms will be open both Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday, 2 to 5 p.m. Free movies continue at the Ionia Theater, hosted by the Ionia County Historical Society. Showing today “Belding, the Silk City.” Aug. 26, the film will be on the Saranac centennial, and the following week, Sept. 2, the film will b eon Ireland. The many retired state employees will hold a picnic Wednesday, Aug. 25, at the shelter at Bertha Brock Park at noon. The Ionia County Genealogical Society met Saturday with more than 25 present. Registrars were Pat Blood and Karen Remington. Refreshments were served by Bernadine Carr and Janis Kenyon of Portland. The speaker was Virginia Harvey, who had a program on Michigan’s governors in random order, with questions first, so the audience was asked to guess which governor married his adopted daughter, which governor was charged with a crime and served time, which governor said he had a pipeline to God? The program then proceeded with a photo and sketch of each. She shared interesting tidbits about each of these elected governors. One went on to serve in the U.S. Supreme Court. Another founded a school which later became a university. Local members noted that while all were of interest there was no mention of Ionia’s Fred Green or Barry County’s Kim Sigler, each an interesting character. Work continues on reconstruction of Jordan Lake Avenue in Lake Odessa. Still, it is a onetrack road accessible to people’s driveways where they have no other access. Big concrete pipes are stacked nearby and trucks go back and forth. In the meantime, the usual county road traffic is diverted to Fourth Avenue from Bonanza Road to Tupper Lake Street. This includes the many tank trucks that daily haul in loads of liquid eggs to Cargill on Bonanza Road. A welcome rain came last week to relieve the dry conditions. There was enough to fill the rain barrels. Among the displays of summer flowers is the collection of decorative urns at Koops Funeral Chapel, filled with lavender blooms, they also have more in the sidewalk urns. The huge tubs filled by the arts commission now have cascading lime green foliage plants that reaches the sidewalk while others reach high above the surface with their tall stalks bearing small lavender flowers. Anyone who is interested is invited to attend a special event at the Bowne Center School on the corner of M-50 and 84th Street near Alto when the host group celebrates the certification of the school building by the Country School Association of America which is listing it in the national schoolhouse register. Also the day marks the opening of their Carriage Shed Venue at the museum on the north side of the corner. This takes place from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 21. Refreshments will be served. The Tri-River Museum group met Tuesday at McQueen building on Lowell’s Main Street. The building once housed a livery stable with horses kept in the basement. It later evolved into an auto dealership. Now the Lowell City Council holds its meetings in the venue. Representatives from Freeport, Charlton Park, Lake Odessa, Clarksville and more. There were reports from each of the societies on their summer happenings and also the July luncheon attended by dozens. The next meeting will be in September at Greenville. Someone brought a copy of an old news clipping from Belding about prisoners of war working on the Lampkin onion farm in Keene Township and on the Paul Cahoon farm south of Saranac. From TIME to TIME jury as circumstantial evidence to establish that Derror had THC in her blood at the time of driving. As recently as June, in People v. Feezel, the court stated, “We hold that 11-carboxyTHC is not a schedule 1 controlled substance under MCL 333.7212 [the controlled substances act] and, therefore, a person cannot be prosecuted under [the drugged driving act] for operating a motor vehicle with any amount of 11-carboxy-THC in his or her system.” After a historic series of decisions and counter-decisions concerning the substance classification and whether it can be entered into evidence, the appellate court has now ruled that prosecutors may present evidence of the parent component THC but may not present evidence of the metabolite 11-carboxy-THC. The psychoactive component THC must be in the bloodstream at the time of the crime to be convicted under the drugged driving act. “The Court of Appeals ruling affects every police officer in the state of Michigan and everyone with THC in their blood,” said Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf. “Now we can get on with the case.” When asked about the ruling, Barry County Prosecutor Tom Evans said, “We are very legally satisfied with the ruling, and getting some closure for Chris Yonkers’ family and the Malik family. It has been a couple of years since the incident, and we are looking forward to moving on with the case. I believe the court date is currently set for early December. Given the ruling, I suspect it will be moved up. Although, the defense may choose to seek appellate relief from the Michigan Supreme Court. We should know within three weeks if that will happen or not.” Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 YARD SALES 4795 South M-37 Hwy. CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANTS Baltimore Terrace MH Park Thornapple Manor is now accepting applications for Certified Nursing Assistants, for 2nd and 3rd shift positions. You must be available to work days scheduled. We offer excellent wages, benefits, and working conditions. Applications can be completed Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. in our business office, or downloaded from our website at www.thornapple.com. EOE. No phone calls please. Aug. 19th, 20th & 21st 2 BROTHERS AND A TENT Tables and chairs available. Call: Dan McKinney 269-838-7057 or Tom McKinney 269-838-3842 77548597 40’x40’ and 40’x60’ 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 “ S t r etchi n g ” “Your repair dollars go further at” Windstorm Company is now organized on a state-wide basis part 2 The following history, likely written by one of the Cook brothers, was published in the May 3, 1056, Centennial edition of the Hastings Banner. ***** Chartered in 1885 The charter was granted by the state April 5, 1885. Progress was slow for a few years. Then the business grew rapidly, especially in years when twisters invaded Michigan. Presidents and treasurers of the company changed, but Secretary Rogers was continued in that office for 33 years. It was felt that his work in starting the company deserved that consideration. The company built its first office building at the corner of Center and Jefferson streets. The business thereafter grew more rapidly than the offices seemed able to handle it. It really grew away from them. Mr. Rogers was well along in years when he ended his work as secretary. He is given credit for founding the company, and for the business policies that had made it a big concern when he relinquished his secretaryship. A valued document at the Windstorm office is the third policy issued by the company, on April 7, 1885, to Henry N. Bowman, of Johnstown, for $2,675. This policy was taken up when the form and coverage were changed. Fortunately it was preserved and is now a prized relic of the earliest days of the company’s history. Improved Procedures Many changes and marked improvements in carrying on the business of this widelyknown company have been made in recent years. Not the least is the manner of the election of the company’s executive officers – president, secretary and treasurer. For several years these officers were not members of the board of directors, and were elected on the town-meeting plan – that is, all the policyholders who desired to vote had to come to Hastings to cast their ballots for the officers and directors. Barry and Eaton counties could thus control the elections, for they were nearby. I have seen people brought here by the trainload (there were no autos then) from Eaton Rapids, Charlotte, Nashville, Caledonia, Middleville, also from Cloverdale, Woodland and Delton to vote at these elections. That was too much like politics. So it was changed, so that voting could be done by proxies – which gave policy holders all over the state a chance to be represented. Formerly, the executives officers were always from Barry and Eaton counties. Now the officers are chosen by and from the board of directors, as is true of business corporations, and are responsible to the board. The present officers are Harrison Dodds, president, who now resides here, but came from West Daniel Webster Rogers Branch; Robert E. Stanley, secretary-treasurer, whose home is now in Hastings, but who lived in Indian River before coming here; and V. P. Mott, vice-president, who lived in Hickory Corners for 18 years and Prairieville for four years and in Scottville at the time he moved to Hastings last November. Represent Michigan The 15 present board members came from various sections of Michigan including Oceana, Ogemaw, Mecosta, Ottawa, Gratiot, Shiawassee, Ingham and Barry counties. Changes and improvements have been made in the methods of carrying on the business of this company. It was well organized and is conducted on the same sound business principles whose worth and successful operation have been proven in leading corporations in other fields. The company has grown from $100,000 of insurance to more than $900 million and is heading for the billion-dollar mark. It is helpful to the state and to this city to have such a company. The credit for starting it, and shaping its policies until it was nearing the $100 million mark belongs to D.W. Rogers. Those who remember Mr. Rogers will recall him as a quiet, modest, unassuming man, who thought before he spoke or acted, who wanted to be sure as he could that what he did was the right thing to do. He was a man of character and executive ability. Continued next page THISS AUTO Hastings • Collision & Auto Body Repair Working with all insurance companies • Mechanical Repairs & Service Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic 77546173 • Lube - Oil - Filter . . . . . . . . . 16.95 up to 5 qts. oil • by appointment • Laser Wheel Alignment . . . . . 39.95 most cars • Air Conditioning Recharge Save $$ on compressors, condensers evaporators & repairs! • Brakes (front or rear) . . . . . . . . . 79.95 Includes pads or shoes, drums - rotors - hardware - extra Dennis Thiss, Owner most cars Call Us at (269) 948-3387 2295 South M-37 Highway, Hastings 77548621 Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply Satisfaction Guaranteed Repairs! ® The This photo shows a “drayload” of statements from the Windstorm Company office building on South Jefferson Street. 77548772 77543076 77548683 —PARK WIDE— A look down memory lane... 77548567 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 19, 2010 — Page 7 Delton Kellogg board brings back teachers recommended by Principal Steve Scoville. The board received a letter of thanks from Laura Hufford for support of a summer trip to France and Spain, which she called an amazing educational opportunity for both students and teachers. Scoville presented changes to the 2010-11 elementary school handbook. He commented that a new format would save paper and labor costs, reducing the pages from 45 to 22 pages. A new section on student dismissal and pickup procedures has been added. Students will report to the gymnasium at end of the day and parents can pick up their children there, leading to more accountability and safety for all involved he said. A policy change was made to help reduce errors when a student has a change in transportation or destinations after school. New attendance policies, regarding what constitutes tardiness or absentee status, are included in the handbook. Volunteer background check policy has been added. Enrollment procedures along with a homeless definition are also new. Other additions to the handbook include emergency cards, school closings, health concerns, cell phones, telephone use, search and seizure, selling/trading, food service and behavior expectations. The board approved all the elementary handbook changes. Scoville also presented information on preschool programs for 3- and 4-year-old classes. Classes, which will be held only in the mornings, are full with 18 students each and a waiting list. These are full-tuition programs that pay for themselves, he added. Staff approvals were granted for middle and high school band director, Sara Knight; high school student council, Janis Dinda; high school choir, Aaron Tabor; senior class sponsors, Denny Bouchie and Tammy Grabowski; junior class sponsor, Laura Hufford; sophomore class sponsors, Jodi Borowicz and Christine Kiel; freshman class sponsors, Janine Smith and Lisa Strang; high school yearbook sponsor, Christine Kiel; quiz bowl coach and National Honor Society, Carla Culbert. Fall athletic coaching recommendations were approved and include Jack Magelssen, varsity volleyball; Karmin Bourdo, JV volleyball; Carla Culbert, freshman volleyball; Jay Carrigan, varsity football; Ryan Bates, assistant varsity football; Brooks Smith, assistant varsity football; Vaughn Mills, JV football; Mike Smith, assistant JV football; Dale Grimes, varsity cross country; Teresa Delphiano, varsity sideline cheer; Zoe Reynolds, JV sideline cheer. In other business, the bid from Cedar Crest Dairy for milk in 2010-11 school year was approved as recommended by Food Service Director Alan Walker. Quotes from Bareman’s Dairy Inc. and Country Fresh LLC, along with Prairie Farms and Cedar Crest were sought. In a letter to the board, Walker wrote, “I recommend Cedar Crest ... based on the fact that they were our past dairy provider ... provided great service ... and pricing is lower.” A request for bread product bids was sent out in June to Nickle’s Bakery, Sara Lee Bakery Group and Aunt Millie’s Bakeries. Walker recommended Sara Lee Bakery because the pricing was lower than Aunt Millie’s and client comments say Sara Lee provides great service and great products. Social News Chance discoveries in our backyards program ran from June 14 to Aug. 13. In June, 90 lunches were served per day, on average. In July, an average of 52 lunches per day were served. Hope Loofboro and Michele Boss were recognized for their contributions in the kitchen. The roof of the football field concession stand needs replacing and quotes are being gathered. Closed sessions were then held for student reinstatement and contract negotiations. The next board of education meeting will be held Monday, Sept. 20, at 7 p.m. in the elementary school, room 32. Newborn Babies Logan Alexander, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 6, 2010 at 1:17 a.m. to Heidi A. George and Christopher Elwell of Kalamazoo. Weighing 8 lbs. 4 ozs. and 21 inches long. ***** Hunter Douglas, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 4, 2010 to Billie Jo and Doug Gonsalves Jr. of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 1 oz. and 18 inches long. ***** Tyler Stanley, born at Pennock Hospital on aug. 4, 2010 at 2:50 p.m. to Emily and Andrew Budreau of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs. 8 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Addison LeeAnn, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 4, 2010 at 10:46 p.m. to Jessica and Joel Sayer of Woodland. Weighing 8 lbs. 0.5 ozs. and 20 1/2 inches long. ***** Reece Vaughn, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 3, 2010 at 5:44 p.m. to Rebecca Hindenach and Justin Lewis of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 9 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Dorothy M., born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 3, 2010 at 2:15 p.m. to Martin and Viola Kauffman of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs. 9 ozs. and 19 1/2 inches long. ***** Chance Baclayon, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 3, 2010 at 6:47 a.m. to Guy Keeny and Marcia Keeny of Hastings. Weighing 9 lbs. 5 ozs. and 19 1/2 inches long. ***** Henry Julius, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 3, 2010 at 5:43 a.m. to Peter and Sarah Remenar of Dowling. Weighing 7 lbs. 1/2 oz. and 19 inches long. ***** Joseph Cylus, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 1, 2010 at 9:10 p.m. to Jessica McIntyre of Nashville and Jason Gaiski of Ann Arbor. Weighing 7 lbs. 5 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Brayden Levi, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 2, 2010 at 2:09 p.m. to Melissa and Chad Greenfield of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs. 1 oz. and 18 inches long. ***** Joseph Ashton, born at Pennock Hospital on July 31, 2010 at 2:10 p.m. to Ashley Clements of Ionia. Weighing 7 lbs. 10 ozs. and 21 inches long. ***** Bella Rose Nichole Keeler, born at Pennock Hospital on July 30, 2010 at 9:55 to Jesica and Ray Keeler of Clarksville. Weighing 5 lbs. 12 1/2 ozs. and 18 3/4 inches long. ***** Chloe Lillian, born at Pennock Hospital on July 29, 2010 at 4:19 p.m. to Jenipher and Joseph Lumbert of Nashville. Weighing 6 lbs. 0 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Larry Leroy, born at Pennock Hospital on July 26, 2010 at 2:32 p.m. to Heather and Joshua Guthrie of Nashville. Weighing 7 lbs. 7 ozs. and 20 1/2 inches long. ***** Grant Evan, born at Pennock Hospital on July 28, 2010 at 10:34 p.m. to Kim Hayward and Rick Engle of Delton. Weighing 6 lbs. 10 ozs. and 18 inches long. ***** Mikenna Keyerra, born at Pennock Hospital on July 25, 2010 at 3:05 p.m. to Kahla Avery of Hastings and Kendrix Myers of Battle Creek. Weighing 6 lbs. and 19 inches long. ***** Kayden Elliot, born at Pennock Hospital on July 23, 2010 at 1:15 p.m. to Karrie Kesler and Jon Lehman of Woodland. Weighing 6 lbs. 7 ozs. and 19.5 inches long. ***** Addison Makenna, born at Pennock Hospital on July 22, 2010 at 7:52 a.m. to Pamela Braska and Shawn Bower of Middleville. Weighing 7 lbs. 12 ozs. and 18 inches long. ***** Kyanne LaRae, born at Pennock Hospital on July 20, 2010 at 10:28 p.m. to Cal and Brandy Casey of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 8 ozs. and 21 1/2 inches long. ***** Temperance Elyse, born at Pennock Hospital on July 23, 2010 at 9:29 a.m. to Tyler and Stacey Jiles of Hastings. Weighing 9 lbs. 6 ozs. and 21 1/2 inches long. ***** Joel Matthew, born at Pennock Hospital on July 23, 2010 at 8:14 a.m. to Jason and Juli Gelderloos of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs. 6 ozs. and 19 1/2 inches long. Diamond in the rough. remember mastodons from childhood books or posters about the Ice Age. Mastodons were browsers (leaf eaters) rather than grazers (grass eaters), a point scientists can deduce from the shape of their teeth. The woolly mammoths, in contrast, were the large and famous grazers of the era. All the mastodon-related species went extinct as the Ice Age came to a close. That may be because enormous, natural climate change was sweeping the Earth. And it may be that many animals in North America also were facing increased pressures from human hunting. No one is prepared to find Ice Age fossils when digging for a swimming pool. At first, the folks in Tennessee thought they had found the jawbone of a dinosaur. Homeowner Jim Leyden got a call from his wife at home reporting exactly that. But a conservator from the local Pink Palace Family of Museums steered the understanding of the discovery toward the mammals of the Ice Age. (The Pink Palace features a wide variety of exhibits ranging from natural science discoveries to a replica of “the first self-service grocery store in the country, Clarence Saunder’s Piggly Wiggly.”) The conservator estimated the fossil trilophodon weighed up to two tons. The discovery in the pool pit was quite a surprise to all concerned. According to a report from Memphis’ Commercial Appeal, Leyden said “I grew up in New Jersey. I might find a body, but not a prehistoric animal.” Leyden told reporters he planned to donate the jawbone to the Pink Palace. He rationalized on a local television station, “What am I going to do with it? If I keep it around, my wife might throw it at me.” Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter at RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University. FREE Lawn Renovation Clinic Saturday, August 28th • 8:30-Noon John and Beverly Viana A golden wedding anniversary was observed on June 18, 2010 by John and Beverly Viana of Hastings. The occasion was celebrated with a family dinner. A trip to Niagara Falls is planned for late September. Children of the couple are David and Shelly Viana, Paul and Deborah Mabin and Dawn Viana, deceased. They have five grandchildren, Kyle, Justin, Torie Viana and Kaleah, Jayde Mabin. ATIONS of… DEMONSTR • Slit Seedingon • Core Aerati tion • Seed Selec ol • Weed Contr ol • Insect Contr FREE Lawn Spreader Calibration Bring in your Lawn Spreader and have it calibrated while you wait. CLOSED LABOR DAY & Door Prizes ts Refreshmen Cottons celebrated 31st wedding anniversary Larry and Nancy Cotton celebrated 31 years of marriage on Aug. 17, 2010 at Legends Sports Pub in Delton, which is owned by their children, Mark and Karen Bissett. Their 30 years was put off until this year because of Larry getting a kidney transplant last year in August. He had waited five years for a donor. We thank God every day for that donor. EXPERTS ON HAND FOR ALL YOUR QUESTIONS Sponsored by: Battle Creek Farm Bureau Clear Lake • Ferti-Lome • Becke’s Equipment Battle Creek 295 Hamblin Ave. Battle Creek FARM BUREAU 269-962-4025 Jackson Hamblin Battle Creek FARM BUREAU Dickman Rd Washington by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters Some of us have never found a single dollar bill on the sidewalk. But once in a blue moon, a lucky soul in the Upper Midwest reaches down into the Ice Age deposits of our country and plucks out a diamond or a large fossil. It doesn’t take much geologic knowledge to recognize a diamond in the rough as an interesting and valuable object. Diamonds are the hardest mineral in the Earth, which means they will scratch quartz, window glass and even other hard gems like ruby and emerald. And diamonds have a very high luster, a term referring to their ability to reflect light. In short, it’s not too tough to identify diamonds, even before they have been shaped into cut gemstones. That’s why, since the 1800s, farmers and other residents of the Midwest have occasionally spotted and scooped up a diamond when digging water wells or otherwise disturbing the ground. Most diamonds are found near the place where deep Earth processes blasted them to the surface in special rock material called kimberlite (named for Kimberley, South Africa). But there aren’t rocks like that in the Midwest. Instead, the diamonds in that part of the world were transported to their resting places by the enormous glaciers that dominated North America during the Ice Age. Geologists spent several generations looking for the ultimate source of the diamonds “up ice” in Canada. It’s only recently that a few dedicated — not to say obsessed — geologists found the sources in northern Canada. Geologists usually look for diamonds not by initially searching for diamonds themselves, but by looking for more common minerals that often move with diamonds from their deepest sources in the Earth. Even so, finding diamond-rich rocks is generally a needle-in-a-haystack challenge. But, in time, dedicated exploration geologists found the source of diamonds in northern Canada that can, occasionally, be found in our Upper Midwest. The fascinating tale of the search is one you can read about in the book Barren Lands by Kevin Krajick. Other people discover objects of no monetary value but that mean a lot to those of us interested in Earth history. That was the case earlier this summer when a contractor in Tennessee, digging eight feet deep for a swimming pool, unearthed a fossil. It appears to be the jawbone of a trilophodon, an extinct relative of the mastodon. Mastodons and their kin roamed the Earth during the Ice Age — the same time that a few diamonds were arriving to the Midwest courtesy of Canadian sources. You may Approval was granted to Sara Lee Bakery Group for bread products in 2010-11. Following board approval, the last day of school seniors and seniors’ graduation rehearsal will be Friday, June 3, 2011; Senior Tribute Day will by Thursday, June 2, 2011 at 9:30 a.m.; with graduation Sunday, June 5, 2011. Board approval was given for the contract between Kidz Care and Delton Kellogg Schools for the day care/wraparound program. In a food service update, the summer lunch Kendall by David DeDecker Staff Writer Numerous issues were addressed in preparation of the 2010-11 school year at the Aug. 16 Delton Kellogg Board of Education meeting. A one-year contract was approved to hire Paul Blacken as Superintendent of Schools. Board President Andy Stoneburner added, “Good, we have a superintendent, now.” Blacken reported that the building trades house is approaching sale and a purchase of property on Usborne Road, for the next house project, will follow. All school buses have passed state inspection at 100 percent, he added.. The board formally accepted the resignation of maintenance/mechanic staff member Thomas Hughes, who addressed the board in a letter. “I truly appreciate the years here at Delton Kellogg Schools and the knowledge I have gained,” Hughes wrote. “I will miss working with the wonderful people in this district, and will stop by to see them once in a while. These are truly tough times for our district, and I wish you well as you seek to make your way through them.” The recalls of part-time teacher Monique Reed and full-time counselor Robert Cogswell were approved for the 2010-11 school year. Middle school special ed parapro Denise Ingle was hired part-time. Ingle was an internal candidate and this change in position will result in an her previous position being open. Middle School Assistant Principal Mary Guthrie will post the opening with the business office. Board members approved hiring elementary school Title 1 parapro Linda Tuftedal as �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 19, 2010 — Page 9 Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES Can you save for retirement and college? As another school year approaches, you may be thinking about the day in which you’ll be sending your children off to college. Can you afford to help them pay for school while still saving for your own retirement? There are many strategies to explore when saving for your retirement and your child’s education. To implement the right mix of options, it’s important to discuss your situation with a professional financial advisor, but here are some options to consider: • Contribute to your 401(k). Since many people don’t have unlimited funds available to save for retirement and college, it’s important to get the most mileage possible from the money invested. Try to utilize the tax-advantaged retirement accounts available to you. For starters, contribute as much as you can afford to your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan. Not only can your earnings grow on a tax-deferred basis, but your contributions are generally made with pretax dollars, so the more you contribute, the lower your annual taxable income — which, in turn, could give you more disposable income to invest for college. In 2010, you can contribute up to $16,500 to your 401(k), or $22,000 if you’re 50 or older. • Fund your IRA. Depending on your income level, your contributions to a traditional IRA may also lower your taxable income, again potentially freeing up resources for college. Plus, your earnings can grow tax deferred. If you qualify for a Roth IRA, your contributions are not tax-deductible, but your earnings grow tax free. Withdrawals are also tax-free, provided you’ve held your account at least five years and you don’t start taking withdrawals until you’re at least age 591⁄2. Also, you can withdraw Roth IRA contributions without paying taxes (since you’ve already been taxed on this money), so you could use these funds, if necessary, to help pay for college costs, although ideally you’d like to leave your account untouched until you retire. If eligible, you can contribute up to $5,000 to your traditional or Roth IRA in 2010, or $6,000 if you’re 50 or older. • Open a 529 college savings plan. Contributions to a 529 plan are made with after-tax dollars. However, when you contribute to a 529 plan, your earnings grow tax free. Withdrawals are also tax-free, provided they are used for qualified higher education expenses. (Withdrawals for expenses other than qualified higher education expenditures may be subject to federal and state taxes plus a 10% penalty.) Furthermore, 529 plan contributions may be eligible for a state tax deduction or credit in certain states for residents who participate in their own state’s plan. Also, the lifetime contribution limits for 529 plans are quite generous, and you can gift $13,000 per year, per beneficiary, without incurring gift taxes. To make sure you understand the tax ramifications of a 529 plan, you’ll want to consult with your tax advisor. It may not be easy to put away as much as we’d like for retirement and college. But you do have some attractive savings and investment options. Don’t delay, because when saving for any goal, time is a great ally. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 22.92 +.29 AT&T 26.97 +.04 CMS Energy Corp 17.34 +.18 Coca-Cola Co 56.12 -.86 Dow Chemical Co 25.50 -.49 Exxon Mobil 60.82 -1.11 Family Dollar Stores 43.34 +.64 First Financial Bancorp 16.01 -.44 Flowserve CP 100.18 +.04 Ford Motor Co 12.16 -.76 Intl Bus Machine 128.45 -3.39 JCPenney Co 20.14 -.88 Johnson & Johnson 59.22 -.21 Kellogg Co 51.20 -.57 McDonald’s Corp 73.22 +.38 Pfizer Inc 16.27 -.30 Sears Holding 66.61 -5.33 Spartan Motors 4.09 -.21 TCF Financial 14.81 -.98 Walmart Stores 51.02 -1.20 Gold $1225.45 +$21.30 Silver $18.53 .184 Dow Jones Average 10,405.85 -238.40 Volume on NYSE 938 +5M Rutland board examines zoning compliance with medical marijuana law by David DeDecker Staff Writer At its August meeting, the Rutland Charter Township Board agreed the township attorney will research and consult the board on the township zoning ordinance in regard to the state’s medical marijuana law. Supervisor Jim Carr said his understanding was that it will fall under the “use allowed” provision as an agricultural practice. Rutland Charter Township joined with other townships to investigate responsibilities and liabilities related to zoning compliance. One board member was concerned whether it should be addressed at all since marijuana is illegal at the federal level. From previous page Aside from this work in the insurance field, Mr. Rogers served Hastings as alderman and mayor and was always interested in the progress and prosperity of this city. All who appreciate the benefits which the Windstorm Company confers upon Hastings will be thankful that he not only thought of starting such a company, but insisted on establishing it in Hastings. NOTICE The board approved to retain Patty Hard, whose previous term had ended, on the township’s zoning board of appeals. County Commissioner Joe Lyons provided information from the Aug. 10 board of commissioners meeting concerning the proposed animal control advisory committee. The board voted to allow McKeown Farm LLC to continue processing their request regarding PA 116 Farmland Preservation status. Township Treasurer Sandra Greenfield said they will be assessed the same, property tax paid to the township will not be lost, but that property owners would get a break on state income tax. Brandon Hoffman, the new Blarney Stone owner, received formal approval for dance, jukebox and additional entertainment at his business. A transfer of liquor license for Brandhoff Enterprises LLC also was approved. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 LEGAL NOTICES Synopsis HASTINGS CHARTER TOWNSHIP Regular Meeting August 10, 2010 All Board members present; Comm. Gibson; 2 guests. Approved consent agenda. Received Treasurer’s Report. Approved moving the Sept. 14 meeting to the Historic Township Hall in Charlton Park and inviting former board members. Paid outstanding bills. Meeting adjourned at 8:25. Submitted by: Bonnie L. Cruttenden, Clerk Attested to by: 77548758 Jim Brown, Supervisor TOWNSHIP OF JOHNSTOWN COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN MILL LAKE AQUATIC WEED AND PLANT CONTROL SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of the Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, having received petitions to make certain public improvements to Mill Lake consisting of the application of herbicide treatments for the eradication or control of aquatic weeds and plants, from record owners of land constituting more than 50% of the total land area in the proposed special assessment district described below, has resolved its intention to proceed on the petitions and, pursuant to Act 188 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1954, as amended, to make said Improvements in the Township. The Township Board has tentatively determined that the cost of said Improvements shall be specially assessed against each of the following described lots and parcels of land which are benefitted by the Improvements and which together comprise the following proposed special assessment district: MILL LAKE AQUATIC WEED AND PLANT CONTROL SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 The lots included within the proposed special assessment district are map appearing below the lots and parcel numbers. Lots and Parcels Numbered: 09-040-019-00 09-185-004-00 09-040-075-00 09-021-027-00 09-040-020-00 09-185-002-10 09-125-001-00 09-085-007-00 09-040-036-00 09-125-021-00 09-125-002-00 09-040-028-00 09-040-038-00 09-040-057-00 09-040-048-00 09-040-055-00 09-040-039-00 09-040-083-00 09-040-061-00 09-040-080-00 09-185-008-00 09-040-046-00 09-040-011-00 09-085-002-00 09-021-003-00 09-040-047-00 09-040-043-00 09-021-029-00 09-040-033-00 09-021-005-00 09-021-006-00 09-040-005-00 09-021-001-00 09-040-069-00 09-040-076-00 09-125-008-00 09-185-001-00 09-185-005-00 09-040-073-00 09-125-023-00 09-040-031-00 09-040-056-00 09-040-050-00 09-125-024-00 09-040-070-00 09-040-034-00 09-040-004-00 09-040-027-00 09-125-007-00 09-125-003-00 09-040-006-00 09-125-018-00 09-125-022-00 09-125-004-00 09-040-051-00 09-125-014-00 09-040-007-00 09-040-063-00 09-040-044-00 09-125-015-00 09-021-028-00 09-040-054-00 09-125-010-00 09-125-016-00 09-040-060-00 09-040-062-00 09-085-003-00 09-125-016-01 09-040-018-00 09-185-006-00 09-185-001-10 09-040-001-10 09-040-040-00 09-040-009-00 09-185-002-00 09-125-005-00 09-040-041-00 09-125-020-00 09-125-006-00 09-125-025-00 09-085-006-00 09-040-015-00 09-085-001-00 09-125-012-00 09-040-081-00 09-125-011-00 09-021-004-00 09-040-072-00 09-185-003-00 09-040-074-00 09-021-026-00 09-125-017-00 depicted on the 09-125-009-00 09-040-042-00 09-040-071-00 09-085-005-00 09-040-003-00 09-021-007-00 09-040-052-00 09-125-019-00 09-040-058-00 09-040-077-00 09-040-078-00 09-040-053-00 09-125-026-00 09-185-007-00 09-021-002-00 09-040-082-00 09-040-012-00 09-040-067-00 09-040-023-00 09-040-029-00 09-040-049-00 09-040-059-00 MAP OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Department of Human Services Board; applicants must reside in Barry County and not hold public office. Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; (269) 945-1284, and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on August 23, 2010. 77548514 City of Hastings NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING City of Hastings NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the City of Hastings will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, September 7, 2010 at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Planning Commission to hear comments and make a determination on a request by the City of Hastings, owner of property at 1303 West State Road, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The applicant has requested a Special Land Use Permit and Site Plan approval for a proposed 40’ x 60’ municipal use building at that location. Written comments will be received on the above request at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269-945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the City of Hastings will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, September 7, 2010 at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Planning Commission to hear comments and make a determination on a request by Precision Auto Body Repair, 819 East Railroad Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The applicant has requested a Special Land Use Permit and Site Plan approval for the proposed open-air sales of motor vehicles at the above referenced property. Written comments will be received on the above request at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269-945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk 77548732 Synopsis ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING August 10, 2010 Meeting called to order at 7:00. All board members present. Approved minutes from July 6, 2010 board meeting with correction. Treasurer’s report received and put on file. Correspondence received. Fire report read and put on file. Approved hiring of probational fire fighter. Parks and recreation report received. Library report received. Public comment received. Approved adopting resolution from Burnham & Flower. Approved paying of the bills. Approved motion to adjourn. Respectfully submitted, Jennifer Goy, Clerk Attested to by 77548573 Thomas Rook, Supervisor NOTICE 77548719 The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the following Boards and Commissions: Road Commission, General Board Position Parks & Recreation, Citizen at Large Commission on Aging Board, General Board Position Charlton Park Village & Museum Board, Citizen at Large Building Authority, General Board Position The Hastings City/Barry County Airport Commission is seeking applicants to serve on the: Airport Commission, Member at Large Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings, (269) 945-1284, and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on August 30, 2010 The board voted to keep township checking and savings accounts at Commercial Bank, formerly MainStreet Savings Bank. The next Rutland Charter Township Board meeting will be Wednesday, Sept. 8, at 7:30 p.m. at the township hall. LEGAL NOTICES SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Kim Walton, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property known as 4303 EAST CENTER ROAD, HASTINGS, MI 49058 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. ("Designated Agent"), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-539-7400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Kim Walton also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738 (Tel). Pub Date: August 19, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 ASAP# 3694248 77548657 08/19/2010 77548734 Boundary of Mill Lake Aquatic Weed and Plant Control Special Assessment District TAKE NOTICE that the Township Board of the Township of Johnstown will hold a public hearing on September 8, 2010, at 7:30 p.m. at the Township Hall, 13641 S. M-37 Highway, Battle Creek, Michigan, to hear and consider any objections to the petitions filed, the proposed Improvements, the proposed special assessment district, and all other matters relating to said Improvements. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that preliminary plans and estimates of cost for the Improvements are on file with the Township Clerk for public examination PROPERTY SHALL NOT BE ADDED TO THE PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND THE ORIGINAL ESTIMATE OF COST SHALL NOT BE INCREASED BY MORE THAN 10% WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE AND PUBLIC HEARING. This Notice was authorized by the Township Board of the Township of Johnstown. Dated: August 11, 2010. June Doster, Clerk Township of Johnstown 77548751 �Page 10 — Thursday, August 19, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES SYNOPSIS HOPE TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING Aug. 9, 2010 All Board member present. 2 guests. Approved: Previous Minutes Standing Reports Bills Sending letter Re: Financial report Resolution 2010-6 Setting Fall Trash Day and Expenses Sale of Clerks old computer Keeping old shredder as backup Advertising Farm Drag Expenses for Assessor Schooling Obtaining cost for standby generator Albert as Representative of BPH Committee Adjourned 8:25 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by 77548639 Patricia Albert, Supervisor NOTICE OF TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Trust TO ALL CREDITORS: The Grantor, David M. Gray, who lived at 12241 Island View Drive, Plainwell, Michigan died June 11, 2010. There is no personal representative of the Grantor’s estate to whom Letters of Administration have been issued. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the David and Rebecca Gray Trust dated May 7, 2010, as amended and/or the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Rebecca G. Gray, Trustee, within 4months after the date of publiction. Date: August 11, 2010 Dean F. Reisner of Varnum LLP P-54066 1600 S. Beacon Blvd., Suite 240 Grand Haven, MI 49417 616-846-7100 Rebecca G. Gray 12241 Island View Dr. Plainwell, MI 49080 77548651 269-664-6466 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to David L Clark and Bonnie Clark, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1487 Clearview Dr, Dowling, MI 490509788. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 16, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 16, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548653 File # 277993F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Andrew C. Harkness and Linda Lou Harkness, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 114 Larkin St, Middleville, MI 49333-8484. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 13, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 13, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548561 File # 260772F02 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Scott R. Wolcott and Heather R. Wolcott, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store, Mortgagee, dated the 23rd day of December, 1998 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 11th day of January, 1999 in Liber Document No. 1023541 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to Wachovia Equity Servicing, LLC Successor by merger to HomEq Servicing Corporation (successor by merger to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store) on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Sixty Eight Thousand Three Hundred Fifty Nine & 59/100 ($68309.59), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 16th day of September, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 11.850% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: A parcel of Land located in the North 1/2 of Section 29, T3N, R8W, described as follows: Beginning at a point which lies South 258.08 feet and West 22.08 feet from the North 1/4 post of said section 29; thence South 2 degrees 47' 30" West 134.67 feet; thence North 87 degrees 12' 30" West 138 feet; thence North 4 degrees 39' 30" East 128.75 feet; thence South 89 degrees 45' 30" East 134 feet to the point of beginning, Barry County Records. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 8/19/2010 Wachovia Equity Servicing, LLC Successor by merger to HomEq Servicing Corporation (successor by merger to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store) Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Wachovia Equity Servicing, LLC Successor by merger to HomEq Servicing Corporation (successor by merger to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store) 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77548697 HE Wolcott FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on May 18, 2005 by Cabro Partners, LLC, Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on May 23, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1146876. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Four Hundred Forty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Twenty and 37/100 Dollars ($445,420.37), including interest at 7.0% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, August 26, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Parcel 8: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of said Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road and the true point of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 353.00 feet to the Northerly right of way line of Enterprise Drive; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 207 feet along said Northerly line; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 400.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 163.51 feet; thence South 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds East, 63.92 feet to the point of beginning. EXCEPT: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road; thence along said Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 328.50 feet to the true point of beginning; thence continuing along the Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 24.50 feet to the North right-of-way line of Enterprise Drive; thence along said North right-of-way line of Enterprise Drive North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 23.16 feet; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 17.33 feet; thence North 38 degrees 03 minutes 12 seconds East, 9.10 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 17.58 feet to the point of beginning. Tax Parcel No: 55-265-028-00; More commonly known as 1135 Enterprise Drive, Hastings, Michigan. The redemption period shall be six months from the date of the sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank /s/ Rachel J. Foster Dated: July 20, 2010 By: Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 77547732 269-226-2982 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Ted A. Zylstra, an unmarried man, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registrations Systems, Inc. (MERS) as nominee for lender, Mortgagee, dated the 4th day of June, 2008 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 10th day of June, 2008 in Liber 20080610-0006069 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Four Hundred Sixty Six and 63/100 ($115466.63), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 16th day of September, 2010 at 10:00 o’clock AM Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 4.62500% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Yankee Springs Township, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: LOT 97 AND THE EAST 1/2 OF LOT 98, PARKER’S LAKEWOOD PLAT NO. 1, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN LIBER 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 82, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 8/19/2010 BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 BOA FNMA Zylstra 77548707 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dean A. Hughes and Heidi M. Hughes, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 23, 2001, and recorded on October 31, 2001 in instrument 1069009, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Five Hundred Forty-Three And 40/100 Dollars ($109,543.40), including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, distant North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 722.94 feet from the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 11; thence North 05 degrees 26 minutes 26 seconds West 286.50 feet along the centerline of Cobb Road; thence South 89 degrees 11 minutes 20 seconds East 688.65 feet to the Northwest corner of Lot 103 of the Plat of Fair Lake Park Annex, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 4 of Plats, on Page 63; thence South 03 degrees 48 minutes 42 seconds East 175.21 feet along the Westerly line of said plat; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 27 seconds West 26.80 feet to the Northwest corner of Lot 100 of said plat; thence South 03 degrees 43 minutes 33 seconds East 100.94 feet to the Southwest corner of Lot 99 of said plat; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 652.81 feet along the South line of Section 11 to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for ingress and egress over the Southerly 66 feet thereof. Also subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Westerly 33 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 5, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548184 File #081567F02 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Jacquelyn M. Helsper, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 5100 UPTON ROAD, HASTINGS, MI 49058 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-539-7400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Jacquelyn M. Helsper also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738 (Tel). Pub Date: August 19, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77548725 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott Tava aka Scott A. Tava, a married man, to Source One Mortgage Services Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 11, 1997 and recorded August 18, 1997 in Instrument Number 1000423, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by GMAC Mortgage, LLC fka GMAC Mortgage Corporation by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Three and 35/100 Dollars ($56,943.35) including interest at 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 2, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 11 of Market Street Plat, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 89. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 5, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 280.6280 ASAP# 3678618 08/05/2010, 77548246 08/12/2010, 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Veronica S. Lovelace, original mortgagor(s), to America's Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated November 22, 1999, and recorded on November 23, 1999 in instrument 1038364, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eight And 17/100 Dollars ($63,608.17), including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 56, Lynden Johncock Plat No. 1 as recorded in liber 3 of Plats, page 93, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548333 File #335724F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by NICHOLAS A. WEBB, A SINGLE MAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated July 11, 2008, and recorded on July 25, 2008, in Document No. 20080725-0007575, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred One Thousand Nine Hundred Two Dollars and Seventy-Nine Cents ($101,902.79), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on September 2, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 15 AND THE EAST 1 / 2 OF LOT 14, THORNTON ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 3, PAGE 72 OF PLATS, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 30, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77548253 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on May 22, 2006, by Mary R. Pennock, a single woman, and Neal P. Rider, a single man, as joint tenants with full rights of survivorship, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (now known as Commercial Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, successor-in-interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB), whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 30, 2006, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1165272, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Sixty-Five Thousand One Hundred Forty-Eight and 17/100 ($65,148.17); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Lot 1 and the East 6 feet of Lot 2, Block 6, Chamberlain's Addition to the Village (now City) of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 7, Barry County Records. Commonly known as: 206 W. Nelson Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058-2566 Tax parcel number: 08-55-215-023-00. The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: August 11, 2010 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK, SUCCESSOR-IN- Benjamin J. Price INTERST TO MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, Attorneys for Mortgagee FSB, of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 77548736 (517) 371-8253 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brandon S Zalewski, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2005, and recorded on November 22, 2005 in instrument 1156594, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy And 59/100 Dollars ($131,770.59), including interest at 9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 10, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, distant South 89 degrees 57 minutes 44 seconds West 1852.62 feet from the Northeast corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 11 minutes 23 seconds East 193.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 44 seconds West 47.25 feet to the Easterly right of way line of the former Grand River Valley Railroad; thence Northerly 215.38 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 1686.00 feet, the central angle of which is 7 degrees 19 minutes 10 seconds and the chord of which bears North 26 degrees 18 minutes 45 seconds West 215.24 feet to the North line of said Section 10; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 44 seconds East 142.02 feet along said Section line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Northerly 33 feet thereof for Parmalee Road. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548440 File #331418F01 �NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Debra Stowe, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 307 W Main St, Middleville, MI 49333-9201. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 13, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 13, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548644 File # 336478F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Benjamin J. Christie, a married man and Andrea R. Christie, a married woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 16, 2005 and recorded January 13, 2006 in Instrument Number 1158918, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Eight and 97/100 Dollars ($96,998.97) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 9, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6 of Block 10 of Samuel Roush's addition to the Village of Freeport, according to the recorded Plat thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 12, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5725 ASAP# 3687473 08/12/2010, 08/19/2010, 77548497 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Scott Zalewski and Wanda Zalewski, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 5374 Wakley Dr, Delton, MI 490468203. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 17, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 17, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548685 File # 337739F01 SYNOPSIS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Regular Meeting August 11, 2010 Supervisor J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Treasurer K. McGuire, Trustee J. Grundy, and Trustee R. Goebel. Also present were 18 guests. Pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence for our troops. Agenda was approved. Minutes were presented to the Board and approved. Barry County Commissioners Report given. Approved Deputy Clerk wage increase from $11.50 per hour to $12.50 per hour. Parks report received. Fire Departments report was placed on file. Authorized spending up to $4098.00 to purchase fire protective gear for Pine Lake Fire Department. Police Department report was placed on file. Supervisor Report was received. Treasurer Report was received. Clerk’s report was received. Approved payment of bills. Old Business: None New Business: Resolution passed regarding Township Board’s Authority. Approved Clerk Owens, Treasurer McGuire, and Trustee Goebel to attend MTA On the Road Fall 2010. Appointed Trustee Grundy to BPH Committee. Public comments were received. Board comments received. Meeting adjourned at 7:56 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by: 77548712 Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Judy A Gray Loy, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 116 Phillips St, Nashville, MI 49073-9573. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 13, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 13, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548564 File # 336257F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Larry D. Dockter and Melissa P. Dockter, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 26, 2005, and recorded on May 31, 2005 in instrument 1147391, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Four Hundred Five And 59/100 Dollars ($94,405.59), including interest at 8.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 1/2 of Lots 16 and 17 of O.A. Phillips Addition, to the Village of Nashville, according to the Recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548671 File #333240F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael L. Baadke, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 25, 2004, and recorded on November 2, 2004 in instrument 1136575, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Household Finance Corp III as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Five Thousand EightySeven And 41/100 Dollars ($145,087.41), including interest at 9.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 34 of Hilltop Estates, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, on Page 74. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548353 File #332140F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David E. Holes, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 1, 2004 and recorded May 5, 2004 in Instrument Number 1126979, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by GMAC Mortgage, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-Three and 96/100 Dollars ($103,773.96) including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 35, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, distant West 305.04 feet from the Northeast corner of Section 35; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 05 seconds West 714.00 feet; thence West 354.96 feet; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 05 seconds East 97.00 feet; thence West 387.70 feet; thence North 15 degrees 35 minutes 43 seconds East 640.58 feet to the North line of Section 35; thence East 571.00 feet to the Place of Beginning. Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 19, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 618.5620 ASAP# 3696217 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010, 77548692 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Deborah S. Massimino, married and Anthony Massimino, married, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated May 8, 2006, and recorded on May 19, 2006 in instrument 1164854, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Three And 86/100 Dollars ($174,903.86), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 222 feet of the following: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 9, Town 1 North, Range 7 West; thence North 350 feet; thence West 1220 feet; thence South 350 feet; thence East 1220 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548469 File #332693F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mary R. Swartz, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 8, 2004, and recorded on June 15, 2004 in instrument 1129299, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Two Thousand One Hundred Fifty-Two And 16/100 Dollars ($62,152.16), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 52, Bryanwood Estates No. 2, according to the recorded plat in Document No. 1029802, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548646 File #333042F01 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage (hereinafter Mortgage) and Note and Disclosure Statement (hereinafter Note) made by John A. Eichenauer and Sandra Eichenauer, Husband and Wife (hereinafter Mortgagors), whose address is 6923 Shoreline Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046 (or 6543 Colgrove, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49048) to Access First Federal Credit Union f/k/a/ Kalamazoo Postal Federal Credit Union (hereinafter Mortgagee) whose address is 52800 North Main, Mattawan, Michigan 49071, which Mortgage is dated January 21, 2004, and recorded on February 17, 2004, in the Barry County Register of Deeds, State of Michigan, at Instrument No. 1122296. As of July 29, 2010, the amount due under the Mortgage, made by Mortgagors in favor of Mortgagee, is the sum of Forty Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Five and 05/100 ($40,965.05) Dollars, which includes interest as provided under the Note as 11.75% per annum, to the extent that such interest is allowable under the Mortgage, the related Loan Documents (hereinafter Loan Documents), and under Michigan law. This sum will increase as additional interest, costs, expenses, and attorneys fees accrue under the Loan Documents and which are permitted under Michigan law after the date set forth above. Under the power of sale contained in the Mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public sale to the highest bidder at the East steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058, that being the place of the holding of the Circuit Court for Barry County, State of Michigan, on Thursday, September 2, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. The premises subject to the Mortgage which is being sold is located at 6923 Shoreline Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046, located in the Township of Barry, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and legally described as follows: Lot 22 of Popular Beach #2, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 31, Barry County records. Tax ID No. 08-03-150-019-00. The redemption period shall be SIX (6) MONTHS from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the premises is determined to be abandoned under MCLA§600.3241a in which case the redemption may be shortened to thirty (30) days. Date: July 29, 2010 MORTGAGEE: Access First Federal Credit Union f/k/a/ Kalamazoo Postal Federal Credit Union 52800 North Main Mattawan, MI 49071 Drafted by: Jeffrey D. Swenarton Attorney for Mortgagee Kreis, Enderle, Hudgins & Borsos, P.C. P.O. Box 4010 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49003-4010 Phone: (269) 324-3000 Fax: (269) 324-3010 77547916 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Frederic J. Saint Amour, II, A Married Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 4, 2005, and recorded on October 10, 2005 in instrument 1154234, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-Six And 97/100 Dollars ($103,556.97), including interest at 4.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of Craig-Garwood Plat, thence North 1 Degrees 44 Minutes East 150 Feet to the Point of Beginning, thence South 88 Degrees 16 Minutes East 83 Feet, thence North 48 Degrees 14 Minutes East 125, Thence North 1 Degrees 44 Minutes East 207.3 Feet, thence North 40 Degrees 16 Minutes West 33 Feet to a Point in the center of Hammond Road, thence in a South and West Direction to the Point of Beginning, being the Southeast 1/4 fo Section 1, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 5, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548178 File #287197F04 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHERYL A. SPENCER SIGNED AS CHERYL ANN SPENCER, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN and IONA M. WALLACE, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 23, 2005, and recorded on June 30, 2005, in Document No. 1148800, and re-recorded on September 9, 2005 in Instrument No. 1152532 and re-recorded on 10/07/2005 in Instrument No. 1154029 and rerecorded on 11/04/2005 in Instrument No. 1155711 Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Nine Thousand Two Hundred Fourteen Dollars and Sixty Cents ($169,214.60), including interest at 6.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on September 9, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THAT PART OF THE EAST 1 / 2 OF THE EAST 1 / 2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 5, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE EAST 1 / 4 POST OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 34 SECONDS WEST ON THE EAST SECTION LINE 925.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 07 MINUTES 39 SECONDS WEST PARALLEL TO THE EAST AND WEST QUARTER LINE 671.62 FEET; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 19 SECONDS WEST ON THE EAST LINE OF COTTAGE DRIVE AS PLATTED 400.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 07 MINUTES 39 SECONDS EAST PARALLEL TO THE EAST AND WEST 1 / 4 LINE 669.27 FEET TO THE EAST SECTION LINE; THENCE SOUTH 02 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 34 SECONDS EAST ON SAID EAST SECTION LINE 400.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 4, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 77548522 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kenneth E Jackson, and A Marie Jackson, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 8, 2007, and recorded on June 19, 2007 in instrument 1181895, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Four Thousand Five Hundred Eighteen And 35/100 Dollars ($164,518.35), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 11, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of Section 11; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 1319.03 feet along the South line of Section 11; thence North 00 degrees 46 minutes 40 seconds West 233.46 feet; thence North 13 degrees 34 minutes 20 seconds East 985.63 feet along the centerline of Whitneyville Road to the point of beginning of this description; continuing thence North 13 degrees 34 minutes 20 seconds East 256.70 feet along the centerline of Whitneyville Road (100 feet wide); thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 200 feet; thence South 13 degrees 34 minutes 20 seconds West 287.63 feet; thence North 81 degrees 08 minutes 00 seconds West 195.07 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #267248F02 77548509 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dennis H Visser and Jodi H Visser, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Paul A Getzin & Lynn M Getzin dba West Michigan Financial Services, Mortgagee, dated August 4, 2003, and recorded on August 25, 2003 in instrument 1111767, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Nationstar Mortgage LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ten Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Two And 99/100 Dollars ($110,852.99), including interest at 4.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West: Described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Said Section 34; Thence North 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West on the West line of said Section 1003.00 feet to the place of beginning; Thence continuing North 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West on said West line 210.00 feet; Thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East at right angles to said West line 208.00 feet; Thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West parallel with said West line 210.00 feet; Thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 208.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548714 File #332676F01 �Page 12 — Thursday, August 19, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael B. Heers joined herein pro forma by His Wife, Julie L. Heers, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 22, 2008, and recorded on May 29, 2008 in instrument 20080529-0005655, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Seven Thousand Thirty And 12/100 Dollars ($137,030.12), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 26, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North 0 degrees along the East line 660 feet; thence North 89 degrees 20 minutes West parallel with the South Section line 990 feet; thence North 0 degrees 660 feet; thence North 45 degrees 00 minutes East 183 feet; thence South 34 degrees 14 minutes 45 seconds East 351.93 feet; thence South 0 degrees 2 minutes 17 seconds East 502.30 feet; thence North 89 degrees 20 minutes West 327.81 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to a 66.00 foot wide easement, the South line of said easement being described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 15, thence North 0 degrees 00 minutes along the East line of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 600.00 feet to the place of beginning thence North 89 degrees 20 minutes West 990.00 feet to the place of ending. Subject to easements, use, building and other restrictions of record, is any. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547858 File #320729F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven C. Hay and Lisa D. Hay, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 20, 2007, and recorded on February 27, 2007 in instrument 1176871, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S. Bank, National Association, as successor trustee to Bank of America, N. A. as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank N. A., as Trustee for Merrill Lynch First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust, Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-2 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Seven And 27/100 Dollars ($102,197.27), including interest at 7.35% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Northeast corner of section 2, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan for place of beginning; thence West along the North section line approximately 19 rods to a point which lies 61 rods East of the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section; thence South 51 rods; thence East approximately 19 rods to the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of said section 2; thence North 51 rods to the place of beginning. Except that portion of land sole to the State Highway Commissioner of the State of Michigan as revealed by Liber 251 page 527, also Except that portion of land sold to the State Highway Commissioner of the State of Michigan as revealed by Liber 252 Page 255. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548661 File #333708F01 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Thomas R. Goggins and Amy L. Goggins, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS) as nominee for lender, Mortgagee, dated the 15th day of February, 2007 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 22nd day of February, 2007 in Liber Instrument 1176693 of Barry County Records, page 1-19, said Mortgage having been assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2007 Equifirst Loan Securitization Trust 2007-1 Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2007-1 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Two Hundred Twenty Five Thousand One Hundred Twenty One & 92/100 ($225,121.92), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 16th day of September, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 8.00% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 45, Boulder Creek Estates according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 23, Barry County Records. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 8/19/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2007 Equifirst Loan Securitization Trust 2007-1 Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2007-1 Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2007 Equifirst Loan Securitization Trust 2007-1 Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2007-1 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77548727 HE Goggins NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE THIS LAW FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Elbert M. Glass and Cherilynn Glass of Charles City, Virginia, Mortgagors, unto Consumers Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated the 19th day of September, 2002, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deed for the County of Kalamazoo and State of Michigan on the 21st day of October, 2002, in Liber 1089844 of Barry County Records, on Pages 1-19, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, at the date of this notice, for principal and interest, the sum of $98,291.58. And no suit or proceeding at law or in equity have been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. local time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder or bidders, for cash at the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held, of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 6.250% per annum and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises, which said premises are situated in the County of Barry, and described as follows: THE WEST 1/2 OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIPTION: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DISTANT 404 FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 30 MINUTES WEST 605 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 30 MINUTES EAST 605 FEET TO PLACE OF BEGINNING. TOGETHER WITH PERPETUAL EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS BY OTHERS OVER THE NORTH 15.00 FEET OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL; THE EAST 1/2 OF THE FOLLOWING: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST; DISTANT NORTH 404 FEET NORTH TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 30’ 605 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 30’ EAST 605 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. Tax Parcel No. 08-03-013-002-50 The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 9, 2010 Gordon C. Miller (P28470) Attorney for Mortgagee DRAFTED BY: Tyren R. Cudney Lennon, Miller, O’Connor & Bartosiewicz, PLC. 900 Comerica Building Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77548527 (269) 381-8844 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicole F. Braunschneider and Harold Mattox, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 14, 2007, and recorded on April 2, 2007 in instrument 1178196, and modified by Affidavit or Order received by and recorded, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Three Thousand Six Hundred Fifteen And 41/100 Dollars ($203,615.41), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that part of Lot B, Crooked Lake Summer Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof, described as commencing at the Southwest corner of said Lot B, running thence Northwesterly along the Westerly line of said Lot 41.39 feet; thence East parallel with the South line of said Lot 93.6 feet; thence Southeasterly parallel with the course 40 feet to the South line of said Lot, thence West on the South line of said Lot B, 83.15 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548482 File #332391F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David L. Warner, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2005, and recorded on May 4, 2005 in instrument 1145915, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Three And 82/100 Dollars ($94,763.82), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast fractional 1/4 of the Northwest fractional 1/4 of Section 21, Town 2 North, range 9 West, Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, described as follows: commencing at an iron stake set in cement on the Southerly side of what was formerly Chicago, Kalamazoo, and Saginaw Railroad bed, 919 feet, Southwesterly from where the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 21 crosses said roadbed, thence Southwesterly along said roadbed 100 feet for place of beginning; thence Southeasterly 100 feet to a tile set in cement, thence Southwesterly 50 feet to a tile set in cement, thence Northwesterly 100 feet to said Chicago, Kalamazoo, and Saginaw roadbed, thence Northeasterly 50 feet to place of beginning. Also including a parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 21, commencing at a point on the approximate centerline of the old CK and S Railrod which lies South 68 degrees 40 minutes West 563 feet and South 55 degrees 50 minutes West 521.65 feet from the intersection of the centerline of old railroad grade and the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 21, thence South 25 degrees 43 minutes East 111.90 feet for the place of beginning of the land herein conveyed; thence South 25 degrees 43 minutes east 33.5 feet to the center of the road now established, being a 20 foot right of way heretofore granted by grantors herein in Quit Claim Deed recorded in Liber 369, Page 932, thence Northeasterly along the center of said roadway as now laid out to a point that said center line intrersect the extension of the Easterly line extended on its same course, of the land owned by grantees herein to the center of said roadway, thence Northwesterly on said Easterly line as extended to the Southeast corner of said grantee's land, thence 58 feet Southwesterly on the Southerly line of grantee's land to the place of beginning. Subject, however, to aforesaid recorded easement over the Southerly 10 feet thereof and hereby granting a right of way for ingress and egress over said 20 foot roadway as now laid out and established and running Southeasterly from the aforesaid CK and S railroad right of way to the said North and South 1/8 line of said Section 21. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548446 File #227855F02 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on February 23, 2007 by LAK Properties, LLC, Miava M. Gravelyn, not personally but as Trustee of the Miava Gravelyn Trust Under a Trust Agreement Dated July 8, 1999, and Miava M. Gravelyn, collectively Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on March 6, 2007 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1177175. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Three Hundred Three Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Four and 97/100 Dollars ($303,854.97), including interest at 7.250% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, September 9, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Lot 5, Pioneer Farm Subdivision, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 34, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan. More commonly known as 9430 Springcreek Court, Middleville, Michigan The redemption period shall be six months from the date of the sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank Dated: August 3, 2010 By: Is/Rachel J.Foster Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 269-226-2982 77548266 KZ DOCS 24581 lvl 36177.127 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on April 25, 2005, by Ronald D. Knutson and Linda Dudda-Knutson (a/k/a Linda D. Knutson), husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (now known as Commercial Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, successor-in-interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB), whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on April 27, 2005, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1145540, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Twenty-Six Thousand Sixty-Six and 01/100 ($26,066.01); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HOPE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at the North 1/8 post of the Southeast fractional › of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, thence South 550 feet, thence East 306.01 feet, thence North 65 degrees 12 minutes East, 511.80 feet for a point of beginning, thence North 80 degrees 55 minutes East 63.08 feet; thence South 68 degrees 57 minutes East 200.65 feet, thence South 51 degrees 59 minutes West 136.23 feet, thence North 44 degrees 09 minutes West 204 feet to the place of beginning; ALSO the Southwesterly š of the following described parcel: Beginning at a point which lies 550 feet due South 824.39 feet due East and 247.93 feet North 51 degrees 59 minutes East from the Northwest corner of the Northeast › of the Southeast › of said Section 34, thence North 64 degrees 24 minutes West 200.65 feet, thence North 46 degrees 36 minutes East 31.06 feet; thence South 64 degrees 24 minutes East 209.37 feet, thence South 51 degrees 59 minutes West 34.97 feet to the point of beginning; And Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Northeast › of the Southeast › of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan, and running thence South 550 feet along the East 1/8 line of said section, also being the West line of a 30 foot easement; thence East 306.01 feet along the South line of said 30 foot easement; thence North 65 degrees 12 minutes East, 511.63 feet along the Southeasterly line of said 30 foot easement the true place of beginning of this description; thence South 44 degrees 09 minutes East 204 feet; thence South 51 degrees 59 minutes West 161.69 feet; thence North 29 degrees 01 minutes West 230.07 feet; thence North 65 degrees 12 minutes East 106.73 feet to the place of beginning, TOGETHER with rights if ingress and egress to Harrington Road over the above described easement and rights of ingress and egress over easement 30 feet in width adjoining the Southeasterly and Southwesterly sides of the above described parcel. Commonly known as: 3188 Perch Point Dr., Delton, Michigan 49046 Tax parcel number: 08-07-034-017-00. The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: August 11, 2010 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK, SUCCESSOR-IN- Benjamin J. Price INTERST TO MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, Attorneys for MortgageeFSB, of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 77548746 (517) 371-8253 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to James N. Tucker and Amy L. Tucker, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 8060 S Cedar Creek Rd, Dowling, MI 49050-7745. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 17, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 17, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548676 File # 337562F01 NOTICE TO FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR, ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE; PLEASE CONTACT US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has occurred in a mortgage made by, Gregory L. Wilson and Karen S. Wilson, to First Community Federal Credit Union dated May 10, 2000 and recorded on May 16, 2000 at Document No. 1044354 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $105,948.40. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on September 2, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East entrance, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 5.80 % per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan law. The property to be sold is described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 Post of Section 8, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence South 01 degrees 21’ 00” East along the North and South 1/4 line of said section, 1320.96 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50’ 00” East along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 8, a distance of 813.47 feet; thence South 37 degrees 13’ 48” East 95.34 feet; thence South 34 degrees 25’ 30” East 112.31 feet; thence South 39 degrees 29’ 34” East, 62.81 feet; thence South 40 degrees 47’ 17” East, 176.21 feet; thence South 42 degrees 14’ 35” East, 360.00 feet; thence South 52 degrees 43’ 27” East, 119.55 feet to the true place of beginning; thence North 34 degrees 54’ 04” East, 102.82 feet to a traverse line along the Shore of Pleasant Lake; thence South 63 degrees 42’ 41” East, along said traverse line 54.00 feet to the end of said traverse line; thence South 36 degrees 38’ 32” West, 113.03 feet; thence North 52 degrees 43’ 27” West, 50.00 feet to the place of beginning. Intending to include all land between the above described traverse line and the waters edge of Pleasant Lake. Granting the following easements pursuant to Barry County Circuit Court order dated February 9, 1987 to parties described therein. Easement 1: An easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 30 feet wide described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 8, Town 1, North, Range 9 West; thence South 01 degrees 21’ 00” East along the North and South 1/4 line of said section 1320.96 feet to the place of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 50’ 00” East along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of said section 8, a distance of 813.47 feet; thence South 37 degrees 13’ 48” East 37.76 feet; thence North 89 degrees 50’ 00” West 835.61 feet to said North and South 1/4 line; thence North 01 degrees 21’ 00” West along said 1/4 line 30.01 feet to the place of beginning. Easement 2: An easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 16.50 feet wide described as: commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 8, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence South 01 degrees 21’ 00” East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 1320.96 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50’ 00” East along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 8, a distance of 813.47 feet: thence South 37 degrees 13’ 48” East 37.76 feet to the true place of beginning; Thence South 37 degrees 13’ 48” East 57.57 feet; thence South 34 degrees 25’ 30” East 112.31 feet; thence South 39 degrees 29’ 34” East 62.81 feet; thence South 40 degrees 47’ 17” East 176.21 feet; thence South 42 degrees 14’ 35” East 360.00 feet; thence South 52 degrees 43’ 26” East 269.55 feet; thence South 59 degrees 00’ 18” East 200.00 feet; thence South 43 degrees 36’ 32” West 16.91 feet; thence North 59 degrees 00’ 18” West 197.21 feet; thence North 52 degrees 43’ 26” West 271.97 feet; thence North 42 degrees 14’ 35” West 361.65 feet; thence North 40 degrees 47’ 17” West 176.67 feet; thence North 39 degrees 29’ 34” West 63.73 feet; thence North 34 degrees 25’ 30” West 112.64 feet; thence North 37 degrees 13’ 48” West 69.78 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50’ 00” East 20.76 feet to the true place of beginning. Located in Barry County, Michigan Which has the address of: 11377 S. Westshore Drive, Delton, MI 49046. During the six months immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.324(a), in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Date: June 21, 2010 First Community Federal Credit Union By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) Stephen L. Langeland, P.C. Attorney at Law 6146 W. Main Street, Suite C Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77548241 269/382-3703 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 19, 2010 — Page 13 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robin S. Wilbur, married to Jason Wilbur, wife and husband, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 17, 2005 and recorded December 6, 2005 in Instrument Number 1157267, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-BNC 1 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Two Thousand Seven Hundred Nineteen and 49/100 Dollars ($92,719.49) including interest at 8.2% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 9, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel A: Lot 37 of Supervisor's Plat of the Village of Praireville, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 74. Parcel B: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Lot 37 of Supervisor's Plat of the Village of Praireville, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 74 for a Place of Beginning; thence East 55.25 feet; thence South 85 feet; thence West 55.25 feet to the Southeast corner of said Lot 37; thence North 85 feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 12, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 209.7295 ASAP# 3687436 08/12/2010, 77548487 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jacob P. Vincent, a single man and Andrea M. Thornton, a single woman, to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Mortgagee, dated June 9, 2006 and recorded June 13, 2006 in Instrument Number 1165949, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Chase Home Finance LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Four and 45/100 Dollars ($108,874.45) including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 9, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 30, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, Distant North 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds East, 88.00 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section 30; thence North 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds East, 290.02 feet along said East line thence North 89 degrees 41 minutes 23 seconds West, 51.17 feet to the Westerly right of way line of state highway M-43; thence North 86 degrees 53 minutes 13 seconds West, 213.11 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds West, 305.97 feet; thence North 89 degrees 06 minutes 43 seconds East, 264.00 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 30 to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes for state highway M-43 as recorded in Liber 271 on Page 399 and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 12, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.8166 ASAP# 3687444 08/12/2010, 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010 77548492 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ricardo J. Rodriguez and Kimberly A. BentonRodriguez, husband and wife, to First Alliance Mortgage Company, a Michigan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 11, 1999 and recorded August 23, 1999 in Instrument Number 1034263, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, formerly known as LaSalle National Bank, in its capacity as indenture trustee under that certain Sale and Servicing Agreement dated September 1, 1999 among AFC Trust Series 19993, as Issuer, Superior Bank FSB, as Seller and Servicer, and LaSalle Bank National Association, as Indenture Trustee, AFC Mortgage Loan Asset Backed Notes, Series 1999-3 and any amendments thereto by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred ThirtyOne Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Three and 99/100 Dollars ($131,573.99) including interest at 13.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 26, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the North one-quarter post of Section 33, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, thence South 1863.6 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes West 1320 feet to the place of beginning; thence North 157.2 feet; thence South 80 degrees 22 minutes West 115 feet; thence South 12 degrees 30 minutes East 186.3 feet; thence North 58 degrees 56 minutes East 85.24 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: July 29, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248502-1400 File No. 199.2404 ASAP# 3666965 07/29/2010, 08/05/2010, 08/12/2010, 08/19/2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by GREGORY A. WRIGHT, AN UNMARRIED MAN, to EXCHANGE FINANCIAL CORPORATION, Mortgagee, dated April 29, 2002, and recorded on June 7, 2002, in Document No. 1080148, and assigned by said mortgagee to MICHIGAN STATE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Five Dollars and Eighty-Eight Cents ($66,325.88), including interest at 5.750% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on September 16, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 21, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 21; THENCE NORTH 105 RODS FOR THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 10 RODS; THENCE EAST 40 RODS; THENCE SOUTH 10 RODS; THENCE WEST 40 RODS TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 5, 2010 MICHIGAN STATE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 77548502 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott A. Davis, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Member First Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2005, and recorded on October 6, 2005 in instrument 1153986, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Community West Credit Union as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Thirteen And 41/100 Dollars ($98,913.41), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 26, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 106 of Middleville Downs Addition #5, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 43 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547924 File #249201F04 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy R. Peake aka Randall R. Peake, A single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 20, 2002, and recorded on January 2, 2003 in instrument 1094688, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Five Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Three And 24/100 Dollars ($75,643.24), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Except the South 280 feet thereof, together with an easement for ingress and egress over and across the West 66 feet of said South 280 feet. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548666 File #319471F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Craig Hardy, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 29, 2006, and recorded on January 12, 2007 in instrument 1174924, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Three Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Two And 26/100 Dollars ($83,862.26), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 50 feet of Lot 1, Block 7, of Bennett and Kenfields Addition to the City, Formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 3, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548702 File #317893F01 MORTGAGE SALE This is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in the conditions of a mortgage made by ANDREW A. ASKLER and KATHLEEN E. ASKLER, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to MUTUAL SAVINGS BANK, FSB, having its principal office at 4200 East Beltline, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, Mortgagee, dated July 23, 1998 and recorded July 27, 1998 in Instrument No. 1015601. By reason of such default the undersigned elects to declare the entire unpaid amount of said mortgage due and payable forthwith. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due for principal and interest on said mortgage the sum of SEVENTY EIGHT THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED TWENTY FOUR AND 97/100 ($78,124.97) dollars, including interest at the rate of 3.875% per annum. No suit or proceeding at law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided and to pay said amount with interest as provided in said mortgage, and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including attorney fees allowed by law, said mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public vendue to the highest bidder at the east door of the Barry County Courthouse, the place of holding the Circuit Court within the County of Barry, City of Hastings, Michigan, on September 2, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., local time. Pursuant to Public Act No. 104, Public Acts of 1971 [MCLA 600.3240(8), MSA 27A.3240(8)] the redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the property is determined to be abandoned under MCLA 600.3241a; MSA 27A.3241(1), in which case the property may be redeemed during the 30 days immediately following the sale or expiration of statutory notice period or expiration of statutory notice period. The premises covered by said mortgage are situated in the Township of Johnstown, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to wit: Lots 31, 32, 47, 48 and the West 1/2 of Lots 30 and 49 of Arnett's Resort at Mill Lake, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 33. MUTUAL SAVINGS BANK, FSB Mortgagee SCHENK BONCHER & RYPMA Gary P. Schenk P19970 601 Three Mile Road, N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49544-1601 77547810 (616) 647-8277 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dawn Seelye, a married woman and Paul D. Seelye, her husband, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 13, 2007 and recorded April 25, 2007 in Instrument Number 1179733, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-One and 64/100 Dollars ($108,791.64) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land lying in the Southwest quarter of Section 15, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West quarter corner of said Section; thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes West 658.04 feet along the West line of said Section to the Place of Beginning of this description; thence continuing South 0 degrees 00 minutes West 220.0 feet along said West line; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 31 seconds East 987.38 feet along the North line of the South 440 feet of the Northwest quarter of said Southwest quarter; thence North 0 degrees 06 minutes 25 seconds East 220.0 feet along the East line of the West 3/4 of the Northwest quarter of said Southwest quarter; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 31 seconds West 987.79 feet along the North line of the South 660 feet of the Northwest quarter of said Southwest quarter to the Place of Beginning. Subject to a right of way for Engle Road over the West 33 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 19, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5796 ASAP# 3696198 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010, 77548687 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to John Liolen Sevigny, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 4746 Bea St, Shelbyville, MI 49344-9631. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 16, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 16, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548655 File # 177698F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Tracy Bissett and Jefferey Bissett, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6350 S M 66 Hwy, Nashville, MI 490739507. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 16, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 16, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548659 File # 337950F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dina L. Corwin, a single person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 10, 2003, and recorded on May 20, 2003 in instrument 1104774, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EverHome Mortgage Company as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand Four Hundred Fifty-Four And 90/100 Dollars ($72,454.90), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 26, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 30 of the O. A. Phillips Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 19. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 29, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77547934 File #287586F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles Harvath aka Charles Harvath III and Roberta Harvath husband and wife, joint tenancy with full rights of survivorship, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 27, 2007, and recorded on March 29, 2007 in instrument 1178063, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Nationstar Mortgage LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Thirty-Four And 97/100 Dollars ($100,034.97), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 8 of Block 31 of the Eastern Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548678 File #327155F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on May 18, 2005 by James E. Brown, not personally but as trustee on behalf of the James E. Brown Trust, Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on May 24, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1146984. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Three and 19/100 Dollars ($199,343.19), including interest at 7.0% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, August 26, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Parcel 2: Commencing at the center post of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan and running thence North 89° 30’ West 352 feet more or less along the East-West 1/4 line of said section to a point distant South 89° 30’ East 425 feet from the East line of Highway M-37; thence South 00° 11’ East 60 feet parallel with the East line of Highway M-37 to the true place of beginning; thence South 00° 11’ East 385 feet; thence North 89° 30’ West 275 feet; thence North 00° 11’ West 85 feet; thence South 89° 30’ East 25 feet; thence North 00° 11’ West 300 feet; thence South 89° 30’ East 250 feet to the place of beginning. Together with others and easement 60 feet in width for ingress and egress, the South line of which is coincident with the North line of above described parcel, and extending from the East line of Highway M-37 to the East line of above described parcel. P.P. #08-06-020-025-40 More commonly known as 450 Meadow Run, Hastings, Michigan The redemption period shall be six months from the date of the sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank Dated: July 20, 2010 By: Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 77547738 269-226-2982 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary Lee Lake, a married man and Catherine M. Lake, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 28, 2006, and recorded on May 10, 2006 in instrument 200605100006133, and modified by agreement dated February 18, 2009, and recorded on March 6, 2009 in instrument 200903060002081, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Seven Thousand Three Hundred FiftyFour And 29/100 Dollars ($177,354.29), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Section 9, Town 1 North, Range 7 West; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 1073.00 feet along the East line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 35 minutes 39 seconds West 253.00 feet parallel with the South line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 442.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 35 minutes 39 seconds East 73.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 12.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 35 minutes 39 seconds East 180.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 430.00 feet along the East line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 5, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548236 File #237597F03 �Page 14 — Thursday, August 19, 2010 — The Hastings Banner COURT NEWS On Aug. 11, Dustin C. VanDyken, 29, of Plainwell was sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court after pleading guilty to child support failure to pay. He was sentenced to 57 days in jail with credit for 57 days served. He was ordered to pay $128 in court costs. Charges of child desertion, abandonment or non-support were dismissed. In a separate case, VanDyken was sentenced for possession of stolen property, a 1999 Geo Tracker, and for operating while intoxicated. He was ordered to serve 18 to 60 months in prison, with credit for 46 days served, and to pay court costs of $681. Charges of operating with license suspended and operating with license forgery, altered or false identification were dismissed by the prosecutor’s office. Anthony E. Bauman, 47, of Bellevue pleaded no contest in Circuit Court Aug. 11 to charges of assault less than murder, felony firearm, weapon firearm possession and assault intent to harm less than murder. In the domestic violence case, Bauman was sentenced to prison for 34 to 240 months with POLICE BEAT credit for 365 days served. He was ordered to pay costs of $832. The unlawful imprisonment and additional felony firearm charges were dismissed by the prosecutor. In Circuit Court Aug. 11, Kyle R. Carpenter of Nashville pleaded no contest and was sentenced for unlawful driving away of a motor vehicle. Carpenter, 27, drove off in a Oldsmobile Cutlass that was not his. He was ordered to serve three months in jail, with credit for 12 days, and to pay $378 in court costs. Balance of his jail time will be suspended on payment of the $378. Harold S. Meyers, 69, of Lansing, pleaded no contest to a charge of attempted criminal sexual conduct (relationship), first degree, involving a child less than 16 years old. He was sentenced to 12 months in jail, 60 months of probation and was ordered to pay $628 in court costs. Additional charges of accosting children for immoral purposes, criminal sexual conduct, first degree, and habitual offender were dismissed. Wanna-be customer arrested in Hastings Hastings Police were dispatched Aug. 10 on a report involving an unwanted subject at an establishment on South Jefferson Street. Upon arrival, officers were told that the man was in the parking lot attempting to get inside a vehicle. Officers located the Nashville man, who according to police, was visibly intoxicated, uncooperative and swearing. After being warned several times, he was placed under arrest on charges of disorderly conduct. He was transported to the Barry County Jail. Dangling plate fails to transfer A Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy followed a green Ford Taurus into the Hastings Shell station Aug. 10, after noticing that the car’s license plate was hanging by one bolt. The driver, a Hastings woman, 20, did not have a driver’s license. When the vehicle’s plate was investigated, it belonged on a Pontiac. The vehicle identification number from the Ford was not registered with the state. The woman was questioned about the plate and said her Pontiac stopped running, so she bought the Ford and just moved the plate. She was informed this was not legal and the license plate was confiscated. She received citations for failure to transfer registration, failing to display valid registration, and driving with no operator’s license. The case is closed and has been forwarded to the Barry County Prosecutor. Woman arrested after argument turns violent Hastings Police responded to a domestic assault complaint Aug. 11 on North Michigan Avenue. The 41-year-old caller said his girlfriend became upset and a verbal argument turned physical when she struck him several times in the face. The Hastings woman, 41, was confronted by officers and admitted to the altercation. She was placed under arrest and lodged at the Barry County Jail on charges of domestic assault. According to police, alcohol consumption appears to have been a factor in the assault. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 Cash would be better kept for rent Lawn & Garden Garage Sale Card of Thanks AQUATIC PLANTS: Water lilies & lotus, Gold Fish & KOI, liners, pumps, filters. Apol’s Landscaping Co, 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia (616)698-1030 Open M-F 9am-5:30pm, Saturday 9am2pm. HUGE SALE! Something for everyone. August 19th-22nd, 9am-5pm, 3112 W, Dowling Road, Delton. A SPECIAL THANK YOU to the following: Thornapple Township for ambulance service on May 9th (the 3 car accident on M-37), E.R. physicians and staff at Pennock Hospital, Dr. Kenneth Merriman and staff, Dr. Scott Brasseur, Tendercare Home nursing staff, therapists, Dr. Seth Egleston and all workers. I appreciated their helpful and caring attitude given to me and the good food served there, the fun way provided by the therapists to help my fast recovery. Pastor Rick Moore, Hope UMC, Ken Vaught, Quimby UMC, Floyd Hughes, Community Baptist Church, friends and family for being at E.R. and for the help while at Tendercare and since returning home; also for the many prayers, flowers, cards and visits while I was recuperating. Again, thanks to everyone and may God bless you all. Winifred Keller-Foote Automotive RICK TAYLOR’S DETAIL WORKS: Summerfest special $10 off all full details. Help Wanted 23rd to 28th. For appointDRIVERS: COMPANY: ments call (269)948-0958 OTR. Hazmat Preferred! 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Call J-Ad Graphics at (269)945-9554. Farm EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 GET EASY CASH with extra household goods and tools! Call (269) 945-9554 to sell your unwanted stuff with a classified ad in this paper. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: See us for color copies, one-hour digital and 35 mm photo processing, business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. 1351 N. M-43 Highway north of Hastings city limits Barry County Deputies responded to assist EMS in the village of Freeport Aug. 10. A Freeport man, 26, was reportedly asking for help with his anger issues and bi-polar disorder. When deputies arrived, the man was quietly sitting on a bench in front of a hardware store. He said he had called his social worker for help, called Pine Rest and Pennock Hospital, but since he was not suicidal, they could not help. He also admitted to having no health insurance. According to witnesses, when he could get no help, he starting yelling and throwing objects into the street. He was arrested for disorderly behavior. The man thanked the deputy for arresting him and pleaded for help. The case was closed upon arrest. Drinks leave driver stuck ‘on the rocks’ Barry County Deputies responded to a single vehicle accident on Sundago Park Drive Aug. 6. Witnesses said a Charlotte man, 25, had driven a 2001 four-door Oldsmobile onto a pile of rocks, which was lodged on top and unable to move. At the accident, deputies discovered the man had two misdemeanor warrants from Eaton County. A breathalyzer test registered a .15 percent. The man was arrested for operating while intoxicated and driving with a suspended license. He was jailed on $100 bond for each offense and held for Eaton County. Man arrested after assaulting two women A domestic assault complaint brought Hastings Police to an apartment on South Jefferson Street early Aug. 15. According to witnesses, a Hastings man, 38, had arrived at the apartment intoxicated. He reportedly 20-year-old woman and her mother, 45, and then fled the area on foot. Officers located the man near Hastings Middle School and took him into custody. He was taken the Barry County Jail and is facing charges of domestic assault and assault and battery. Fighting may have been gang-related A report of multiple intoxicated females fighting was called into Barry County Deputies Aug. 14. Deputies responded to the incident on Thornapple Lake Road and apprehended two suspects. The other females ran into the woods. One of the women, 22, advised deputies that the fighting may have been gang-related. The other woman, 17, was administered a breathalyzer test and registered .099 percent blood alcohol level and was written a citation for minor in possession of alcohol. The minor was released into custody of her parents. No one was injured. On Aug. 14, deputies responded to a domestic violence call on Engle Road in Middleville. When deputies arrived, the suspect had fled in a white Chevrolet pickup. The Middleville man, 37, reportedly had been drinking and began throwing his wife around after an argument. According to the couple’s young son, he had attempted to call 911 to protect his mother, but the suspect ripped the phone cord from the wall. The boy reattached the cord when his father left and again called 911. The victim said she was thrown against the window, tried to escape and was thrown against a wall, knocking her glasses off and dislodging a picture from the wall. She fled to a neighbor’s driveway. A deputy located and stopped the man, who was then arrested for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. He was later charged with domestic violence. The case is open and turned over to the Barry County Prosecutor. 77543023 J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS Man turns to law to get mental health help Son is determined to protect mom 77548212 All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. In response to a possible larceny of cash, Barry County Sheriff Deputies took a Hastings man, 28, into custody Aug. 10. The caller said a man had taken $100 and fled on a bicycle along West State Road in Hastings. The deputy stopped for a man, who matched the description, waiving his arms in the Hastings Gravel Pit. When questioned, the suspect admitted to taking the rent money from his girlfriend to buy marijuana. He also admitted to drinking seven beers and being on parole. His breathalyzer measured .062 percent. The case is open pending disposition of his parole officer. Prank could have been deadly A witness reported to Barry County Sheriff’s Department Aug. 10 that she saw three boys pulling trees into a road. When deputies arrived, they found three trees across Greggs Crossing Road, east of Price Road, in Castleton Township. The teenage boys were known to the witness and were found in the neighborhood. All three admitted to moving the trees as a prank. Two of the subjects were left in the custody of their father, the grandmother of the other boy was called and retrieved him. Barefoot woman tangles with car windshield Barry County Sheriff’s Deputies responded Aug. 15 to a report of an intoxicated female causing intentional harm to an automobile. She was kicking the windshield out of a car. The Hickory Corners woman, 18, had allegedly left the car and was walking barefoot on Rose Road near Cloverdale. When questioned, the woman admitted to drinking, demanded a breathalyzer test and to be arrested for minor in possession. The deputy reported that she swore multiple times and said if he did not arrest her, she “would give him a reason to arrest her.” A breathalyzer registered .189 percent and she was arrested for minor in possession. The owner of car reportedly did not want to press charges. The Barry County Prosecutor is reviewing the case. Continued next column POLICE BEAT, continued from previous column Line is crossed without license Michigan State Police responded to a reported possible drunk driver Aug. 10. The blue Toyota four-door was last seen northbound on M-37 near M-79, driving erratically and crossing the center line. A trooper stopped the suspect vehicle after the driver was seen attempting to leave the abandoned car lot of Bill Seif Chevrolet. The driver, a 26 year-old Hastings man, was subsequently arrested for operating under the influence of a controlled substance and operating without a license on person. He was lodged at the Barry County Jail. Routine traffic stop leads to discovery While conducting a traffic on routine patrol Aug. 11 near M-37 and Dowling Road, a Michigan State Police trooper arrested a 35-year-old Parma man for driving with a suspended. A search of the vehicle and the subject revealed suspected marijuana. The suspect was lodged at the Barry County Jail. Police seeking owner of media equipment A DVD player was found Aug. 11 in the middle of Love Road, near Tasker Road, in Assyria Township. Anyone with any information should contact Trooper Lynema at the Hastings Michigan State Police Post, 269948-8283. Help sought in auto break-in Michigan State Police took a complaint on Aug. 17 in reference to a larceny from a motor vehicle. The theft reportedly occurred on or about Aug. 6 in Yankee Springs Township. Unknown suspect(s) stole various electronic items from a Dodge van that was in a parking lot. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Trooper Cook at the Hastings Michigan State Police Post, 269948-8283. Pine Lake business burglarized The Michigan State Police Hastings Post investigated a breaking and entering at the Pine Lake Boat and Motor in Prairieville Township Aug. 6. Suspects gained entry to the business sometime between Aug. 5 and Aug. 6 and took an undisclosed amount of cash. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Trooper Roderick at 269-9488283. Drunk driving crackdown begins in West Michigan Extra officers on patrol through Labor Day weekend Sunscreen: check. Hot dogs: check. Safe ride home: check. Before heading out for a barbecue or the beach this month, resident should be sure to include a sober driver on their checklists. Extra officers across the state will step up drunk driving patrols during the Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest. crackdown Aug. 19 through Sept. 6. Thirty counties, including 10 in West Michigan, will work extra patrols paid for with federal traffic safety funds administered by the Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP). Grant-funded counties in West Michigan are Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo, Kent, Muskegon, Ottawa and Van Buren. “If you plan to drink, be sure to plan for a safe ride home, otherwise a police officer could be your driver,” said Michael L. Prince, OHSP director. “State, local and county officers will be out in force looking for impaired drivers and if you are caught driving drunk, you will be arrested.” Despite a nearly 6 percent drop in impaired driving-related fatalities in 2009, alcohol is involved in 35 percent of Michigan traffic fatalities and accounted for 299 traffic fatalities last year. During the 2009 Labor Day holiday period, 16 people died in crashes with four of those fatalities involving alcohol. For a list of planned patrol dates, times and locations, please visit www.michigan.gov/ohsp. Call 269-945-9554 anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 19, 2010 — Page 15 Still time to sign up for Summerfest sports by Brett Bremer Dig through the bargain bins for fantasy football success My brother-in-law, a diesel mechanic, was over last night talking about how he needs to start looking for a new job. Some of you may have noticed, thanks to Mike Callton’s win in the Republican primary for the 87th district state representative seat, that my dad (Mike Bremer) could be looking for work sometime soon. With the way the economy has been going now for months, and months, and months now we’re all looking for bargains. Bargains like playing in the annual Jim Jensen Memorial 3-on-3 basketball tournament, which is just $25 for a team of three or four guys, during Hastings Summerfest. Or some of the other Summerfest sporting bargains like $5 to play in the roller hockey tournament or to get in on the weight lifting competition. At this time of year I’m thinking about the start of the upcoming high school sports season, and the beginning of another year of fantasy football. Bargains are very important in fantasy football. So, I thought I’d share a few of the fantasy football bargains I’ve spotted while on the look-out the last couple weeks for the few readers out there who might care about that kind of thing. There are the fantasy football players who are going to live and die with their quarterback, and jump in the first round or two to grab guys like Drew Brees, Tom Brady, and Peyton Manning. I’m the kind of guy that likes to wait. Quarterback is the best place to find bargains. Go for a Joe Flacco or Brett Favre after you’ve stocked up on a couple of running backs and a wide receiver or two. If you want to dig deeper into the bargain bin, Donovan McNabb’s replacement in Philadelphia, Kevin Kolb, was the best quarterback on my team the couple weeks he got to play last year. And don’t forget about Ben Roethlisberger. If you can make it for a few weeks and aren’t morally opposed to having him on your team, he should go right back to being the gunslinger the Steelers need him to be when he returns from his four-game suspension. Last year my favorite spot to find bargains was at the tight end position, guys like Visanthe Shiancoe and John Carlson could be found in the final few rounds of a draft. Those guys will be there again, as well as Oakland tight end Zach Miller who finally has a quarterback who can hit him with the football. Kellen Winslow and Chris Cooley should prove valuable for what they cost as well. More and more teams are going to two and three running back systems. Some people say to draft other positions earlier because there are so many more running backs getting involved in the action. I dig in my heels here and say “no”, that means you put that much greater emphasis on the guys that do get to play all the time. Of course Adrian Peterson and Chris Johnson, and Maurice Jones-Drew are going at the top of the draft along with a few other stud running backs. Then there are the less sexier names that you don’t want to forget about like Ryan Grant of the Packers and Cedric Benson of the Bengals. Don’t pass on those guys for young guns, just because you liked how the rookies looked in college. Farther down the list guys like the Raiders’ Michael Bush, the Bucs’ Cadillac Williams, and the Texans’ Arian Foster will likely get the Lions’ share of their team’s carries. A few other running back thoughts include the fact that Cleveland’s Jerome Harrison doesn’t have any competition, I’d be the demise of Marion Barber and Clinton Portis has been greatly exaggerated, don’t draft Brandon Jacobs because “you like the way he runs”, and when you know what’s going to happen with Jamal Charles and Thomas Jones in the Chiefs’ backfield let me know. It seems like there are always tons of bargains at the wide receiver position, but many times they’re tough to spot. I have a much easier time spotting the overpriced options, like the Eagles’ DeSean Jackson who has to prove to me that he’s not a one-hit wonder, and the Bengals’ Chad Ochocinco, Jacksonville’s Mike Sims-Walker, and the former desert duo of Larry Fitzgerald and Anquan Boldin. Fitzgerald’s still in Arizona, but doesn’t have Kurt Warner throwing him the ball anymore. Boldin doesn’t have Warner tossing to him either, Boldin is in Baltimore now and has to show how exactly he fits into the Ravens’ offense before I put him in my top 15 wide receivers. If I’ve gotta try and dig up a couple bargains, I’d grab Wes Welker from the Patriots if everyone else in your league is worried about how he’ll come back from injury, Boldin’s running mate in Baltimore Derrick Mason seems to be ranked very low for how consistent he’s been over the years, and the Bears will be throwing a lot this year so pay attention for Johnny Knox and Devin Aromashodu when your turn comes around in the late rounds. Freeport Fastpitch Freeport Fastpitch Standings Wednesday D/E League #1 Hastings Merchants 8-1 #2 Nine-Kasof 7-3 #7 Munn Manufacturing 5-3-1 #4 Thornapple Clean-Up 4-5 #8 Lohrberg Sales 4-5 #6 Freport Milling 3-5-1 #3 Freeport Independants 0-9 MVHS looking for junior varsity boys’ basketball coach Maple Valley High School is seeking a junior varsity boys’ basketball coach for the 2010 season. Any interested candidates need to submit in writing to Duska Brumm Athletic Director at Maple Valley Jr/Sr High school, 11090 Nashville Hwy, Vermontville, MI 49096, or via e-mail at dbrumm@mvs.k12.mi.us. The deadline for entrants is Sept. 1. Registration is currently open for the annual Hastings Summerfest sporting events. Summerfest will be held Aug. 27, 28 and 29 in Hastings. There is room for 12 teams, and the first teams to sign-up will get to play, in the annual softball tournament at Fish Hatchery Park. The cost to participate is $175 per team. Contact Aaron Snyder at (269) 838-8986 to get registered. The annual bench press and deadlift weight lifting competitions will be held downtown by Hastings City Bank beginning at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 28. Weight-in begins at 9:30 a.m. There will be five weight classes in each event. The cost to enter is $5. Contact Ben Bowman at (269) 838-0979 for more info. The First Baptist Church will once again host 4-on-4 co-ed sand volleyball and 5-on-5 roller hockey. Contact Jody Swift at (269) 945-4855 to sign-up teams for the volleyball tournament, which will begin at 9 a.m. Aug. 28. The cost to play is $5 per person. Entries are due by Aug. 20. Contact Amy Olsen at (269) 945-2884 to participate in the roller hockey tournament. The event also starts at 9 a.m. Aug. 28. There will be three age divisions, one for first through third graders, one for fourth through sixth graders, and one for seventh through ninth graders. Grader are those for the 20092010 school year. The cost to participate is $30 per team, and entries and money are due by Aug. 20. The Jim Jensen Memorial 3-on-3 Basketball tournament will be held at Tyden Park Aug. 28. Contact Brett Bremer at (269) 945-9554 for more information. The cost for three or four-person teams to participate is $25. Entries are due by Aug. 20. Teams that have registered can begin checking in at 8:30 a.m., and games will start around 9:30 a.m. The 10K-5K run will begin at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, along with the 5K walk. Contact Jamie VerStrate for more information at (269) 948-3139. For those who submit entries by Aug. 20 the cost is $20. The cost is $25 beginning Aug. 21. Registration can be done on-line at www.classicrace.com. There will also be a free fun run beginning in the Hastings Middle School parking lot Saturday at 9:45 a.m. A tennis tournament will be held at Hastings High School, beginning at 5 p.m. Aug. 27. The tournament will restart Aug. 28 at 8 a.m. and then again Aug. 29 at 10 a.m. There will be singles, doubles and mixed doubles competitions in 12-18, 19-35, and 36-and-up age divisions. Contact Lissie Letot at (269) 623-4546 or Pattie LaJoye at (269) 945-9766. Registration has ended for the 3-on-3 soccer classic. Saxon golf takes 2nd to start season Katie Searles (left) and Hannah Williams graduated last spring as the highest scoring pair of classmates in the history of Kalamazoo Valley Association track and field. DK girls formed KVA’s top duo ever Delton Kellogg varsity girls’ track and field coach Jim Gibson had historians running through the Kalamazoo Valley Association record books this spring and summer. No one could find a dynamic duo like Katie Searles and Hannah Williams, who graduated in the spring. The pair scored a total of 1,733 points during the four years they competed together, for first and third place finishes. “As far as anyone in the KVA could find, no two athletes, male or female, going to school during the same four-year period came even close to posting the numbers Katie and Hannah did in track,” said Gibson. There were many athletes in track and field in the KVA who scored over 800 points in a four-year career, and some teammates who both scored over 800 each in a career, but never two from the same class over the same four-year period. KVA women’s track and field started in TYDEN PARK $ COST… Entries must be to the Chamber by Friday, Aug. 20th CHECK IN… 8:30 AM Make checks payable to Hastings Summerfest 2010 classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 25 per team of 3 or 4 players Pick up T-shirts at this time TIP OFF… 9:30 AM Boys & Girls (Ages 12-14) Team Name ____________________ Boys & Girls (Ages 15-17) Men & Women (Ages 18-25) Men & Women (Ages 26 & up) Age brackets subject to change based on participation Team Captain___________________________________ Age _______ Send Entries to… Phone # __________________________ Team Members 77547423 2010 Viking Scramble champs.” The four-person scramble begins with an 11 a.m. shotgun start. Check in will be held from 10 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. The cost for a four-person team is $240, and the price includes the 18 holes of golf, carts, lunch, and prizes. Tee box sponsor signs are available for $50. Those who would like to enter a team or become a sponsor, or donate prizes, are asked to contact Kutch at (269) 945-2567 or by email at kutchc@lakewoodps.org. SATURDAY AUG. 28TH The Hastings’ varsity girls’ golf team opened its season placing second out of 18 teams a the Gull Lake Invitational Wednesday. The Saxons got a 78 from Gabrielle Shipley and a 97 from Danielle Meredith on the par-72, 18-hole course at Bedford Valley. Shipley’s score was the second best individual round of the day. Jessica Kloosterman and Lindy Kloosterman teamed up to fire an 88 in the best ball competition, which was also the second best score in that category for the day. Hannah Hodges and Kylee Nemetz had the fourth-best alternating shot score with a 110. The Saxons finished the day with a team total of 373. The Saxons return to action Saturday at the Vicksburg Invitational. Viking Scramble to raise Call anytime for funds for golf programs Sun & News The 7th Annual Viking Golf Scramble will be held at Centennial Acres Golf Course Friday, Aug. 27. Proceeds from the event go to benefit the Lakewood girls’ and boys’ golf programs. “We had a huge success last year and are hoping to see the Lakewood area community come out again and have a great time on the golf course while supporting our golf teams,” said Lakewood varsity golf coach Carl Kutch. “In addition, we would love to see as many Lakewood alumni golfers as possible come out and accept the challenge of becoming the • different years at different schools, according to Gibson, but the first league championship was hosted in 1976. There have been 13 different schools in the league at one time or another. Searles scored over 200 points in each of her four track seasons, and Williams was over 200 points twice. Combined they won 25 Barry County Medals, 25 KVA medals, 32 regional medals, and ten state medals. Twice they were named the team’s CoMVPs. The Delton teams they ran, jumped, and even threw for never finished with a losing record. Between them they had a hand in five school records. Beyond the regular season, the duo earned medals in every regional event they participated in, and would go on to earn first team all-state honors three times, second team allstate twice, and three all-state honorable mention nods. Age Age ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ Please fill out form completely TYDEN PARK • Barry County Chamber of Commerce 221 W. State Street Hastings, MI 49058 Questions ??… Call (269) 948-3025 SATURDAY AUG. 28TH �Page 16 — Thursday, August 19, 2010 — The Hastings Banner TK boys and new coach see first action together by Brett Bremer Sports Editor There have been surprises this summer for the members of the Thornapple Kellogg varsity boys’ tennis team and for their new coach, Nate LaVoie. LaVoie is replacing Larry Seger, who coached the Thornapple Kellogg boys for 39 seasons beginning in 1968, then after two seasons away returned to lead the team for a 40th season last fall. Seger coached LaVoie, who played first singles for four seasons at TKHS. LaVoie then went on to play two seasons at Aquinas College, before knee problems brought his playing days there to an end. LaVoie has been an assistant for boys’ and girls’ tennis at TKHS on and off over the past few years and also spent a season as an assistant for the Caledonia girls’ team. “The time was right (to get a head coaching job), and I’ve got flexibility with my work schedule,” LaVoie said. “Coach Seger told me he was quitting the boys, and I said all right put my name in the hat.” LaVoie took over the program in May, and ran the team camp in June. “Coach LaVoie does a lot more conditioning and running and stuff. Coach Seger was more of the form and how to hit shots and stuff,” said Trojan first singles player Rocky Thornapple Kellogg third singles player Ben Delger hits a forehand back across the net during his match Wednesday against Otsego. (Photo by Brett Bremer) VanZegeren. “If you went to summer camp you heard about it, but the people who came for the first day of practice were pretty surprised by it.” The Trojans had just under ten players at their camp, and only had ten players to take part in their three-team Thornapple Kellogg Invitational Wednesday. There were four players who could not participate Wednesday, so the Trojans will have a full varsity line-up when their numbers are back up to 14 soon. “I run practice like I would run drill sessions at Orchard Hills and East Hills when I used to work up there,” LaVoie said. “I emphasize conditioning. We run the stairs in the football stadium. There’s a hill over there we run. We do suicides, and service box line touches. We might not win very much, but we’ll be in tip top shape that’s for sure.” The Trojans didn’t win any matches Wednesday, finishing third behind tournament champion Comstock Park which had 14 points and runner-up Otsego which finished with 13. LaVoie learned he’s not a big fan of being a tournament manager. “There’s a lot of administrative stuff that I’m going to have to get used to,” LaVoie said. “I love the coaching aspect, but the administrative part - I didn’t realize how big of a challenge that was going to be.” The Panthers and Bulldogs proved to be a big challenge for his players. The Trojan team was without a fourth singles player, or fourth or fifth doubles teams on the day. Thornapple Kellogg second doubles player Ian Smith leaps up to knock down an overhead volley against Comstock Park Wednesday afternoon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Trojan second doubles player Tyler Swanson hits a forehand return against Otsego. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Trojans won just two sets all day. The second doubles team of Andrew Rinvelt and Ian Smith fell 7-5, 5-7, (10-6) against Comstock Park, and at first doubles the TK duo of Graham Lince and Dillon Blaine dropped a 6-4, 4-6, (10-6) decision against Comstock Park. Those top two Trojan doubles teams were also solid in their other matches, with Lince and Blaine falling 6-3, 6-3 to Otsego, and Rinvelt and Smith falling to the Bulldogs 6-2, 6-4. It was a tough day for VanZegeren at first singles, as he fell to the tournament champion from Otsego 6-0, 6-4, and to Comstock Park’s top player 6-1, 6-0. The Trojans return to action Friday, when they take on Kelloggsville. Solmes acknowledged for service by Rotary Club David Solmes (center) is honored by the Hastings Rotary Club for his work in seeking a grant from the Rotary Foundation to support the helmet giveaway and bike safety program for children in Barry County earlier this year. Presenting the award are Rotary Foundation members Margie Haas and Carl Schoessel. 77548624 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-08-26.pdf fd3d351e1aef9f756aa3e4f4dd6434ee PDF Text Text County’s proposed cuts cause public outcry DDA can find better ways to promote downtown Hastings and Delton sports teams previewed See Story on Page 20 See Editorial on Page 4 See Stories on Pages 14-18 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 34 NEWS BRIEFS Local churches hosting hymn sing and more The Middleville United Methodist Church and the Middleville Christian Reformed Church are joining together for an old-fashioned hymn sing at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 29. The sing will be at the Methodist church 111 Church St. in Middleville. Choirs from both congregations will join in many favorite songs. Organizers invite anyone who loves singing hymns to join them. Middleville Christian Reformed Church Pastor Tom DeVries said they are encouraging people to dress in historic period outfits if they wish. The singing will be followed by an ice cream social featuring old-fashioned ice cream from MOO-ville Creamery with a variety of toppings. Everyone can make their own sundaes. For more information, call the Middleville Christian Reformed Church at 269-795-3667 or the Middleville United Methodist Church at 269-7959266. Local group begins meeting on community issues A small but energetic group turned out for a meeting Aug. 5 in Baltimore Township to discuss local foods, recycling, Pierce Cedar Creek Institute and other local concerns and interests, according to member Don Bradstreet. While the group does not yet have an official name, Bradstreet is calling it the Barry County Friends and Neighbors Near Baltimore Township. “We plan on getting together on the first Thursday of each month,” said Bradstreet. The next meeting will be Sept. 2 at 6:30 p.m. at the Baltimore Township Hall, 3100 E. Dowling Road, about a mile east off of M-37 Highway, some seven miles south of Hastings. The discussion Sept. 2 will be on 4-H activities in Barry County. Anyone with questions may call Bradstreet at 269-758-4067, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Free hearing and vision screenings to be offered Free hearing and vision screening will be offered Thursday, Sept. 2, at Barry Eaton District Health Department located at 330 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings. Call the health department for an appointment at 269-945-9516. Annual business, industry, education luncheon set Everyone is invited to attend the 28th annual Business, Industry and Education Luncheon at noon Tuesday, Sept. 7, in the Hastings High School cafeteria. This year’s guest speaker will be Dr. Rick Foster from Michigan State University. BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, August 26, 2010 Barry County woman latest case of EEE Outbreak in Southwest Michigan remains a threat to horses and people The Michigan Department of Community Health has confirmed three human cases of Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in Southwest Michigan. In Barry County, a 52year-old woman contracted the illness and is now recovering in a rehabilitation center. Her condition is unknown at this time. In Kalamazoo County, two cases have been confirmed; a 61-year-old man is home recovering from the illness, while a 41-year-old man is in intensive care in a Kalamazoo County hospital. All human cases have a history of local exposure to mosquitoes. These are the first human cases reported in Michigan since 2002. No further details about the cases are being released. The MDCH and the Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA) are continuing to receive reports of cases of EEE in horses in Southwest Michigan, including Barry, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo, and St. Joseph counties. “Because this is such a rare illness, this is technically an outbreak. Everyone is susceptible, so everyone needs to take the proper precautions.” James McCurtis, Michigan Department of Community Health public information officer Eastern equine encephalitis is one of the most dangerous mosquito-borne diseases in the U.S., killing one-third of those hospitalized with the infection, and often leaving survivors with lasting brain damage. In the face of this ongoing outbreak, Michigan residents are urged to take precautions against mosquito bites. In addition to the human cases, 18 horses have tested positive for the virus, and the MDA has received more than 50 additional reports of horse deaths. “We don’t want people to worry, but we do want people to be careful,” said James McCurtis, Michigan Department of Community Health public information officer. “Because this is such a rare illness, this is technically an outbreak. Everyone is susceptible, so everyone needs to take the proper precautions.” The southwestern region of the state has experienced outbreaks of this mosquito-borne disease in the past, with the most recent outbreaks occurring in the early 1980s and mid1990s. Mosquito-borne illness will continue to be a risk in Michigan until sometime in the fall when nighttime temperatures fall below freezing. “There is still plenty of mosquito season left in Michigan,” said MDCH’s Chief Medical Executive Dr. Gregory Holzman. “When outdoors, either during recreation, participating in sports or just enjoying the season, Michigan residents are urged to take precautions and protect themselves and their families from mosquito bites.” Those steps include wearing mosquito repellent and long pants and long sleeves when weather permits. Mosquitoes are most active at dusk and dawn. Communities and land owners in high-risk areas may consider the targeted application of insecticides (adulticides) to reduce the number of biting mosquitoes. The Michigan Mosquito Control Association maintains a list of licensed mosquito control applicators on their website at www.mimosq.org. A virus of birds that is spread by mosquitoes, EEE is a rare illness in humans. Only a few human cases are reported each year in the U.S. People who become ill with EEE may experience fever, headache, chills and nausea. In some cases, symptoms may progress to inflammation of the brain, signaled by disorientation, seizures and coma. Physicians treating patients with these symptoms should consider testing for EEE and other mosquitoborne viruses and should report suspect cases to their local health department. EEE is spread by mosquitoes and causes inflammation of the horses’ brains and leads to death in up to 90 percent of the cases. People cannot get the disease from horses, only from mosquitoes. A vaccination is available to aid in prevention of the disease in horses. “We want to encourage reporting of any signs, symptoms or deaths that appear to be related to this illness, even if the owner can’t afford the confirmatory tests,” State Veterinarian Steven Halstead said Suspected cases of EEE in horses should be reported to MDA at 517-373-1077 and after Brian Calley tapped as Snyder’s running mate Local rep. likely will be on ballot as lieutenant governor According to Michigan Radio, Republican nominee for governor Rick Snyder has chosen State Rep. Brian Calley who has represented Barry County and parts of Ionia County for the past four years. Calley won a hard-fought battle in the recent Republican primary election for the state senate district that was formerly filled by term-limited Alan Cropsey. Calley, 33, is a second-term House member who serves as vice chair of the tax policy committee. He also sits on the health policy and banking committees, The pro-life candidate from Portland supports term limits and a part-time legislature. The a former county commissioner and commercial loan officer ranks the economy, state government reform and state government efficiency as his top priorities. He is considered to be conservative and has been endorsed by Right-To-Life, which opposed Snyder in the recent primary election. Calley is considered an expert on tax policy and would bring nearly four years of state government experience to the ticket, according to MIRS’ 2010 Michigan Election Guide and Almanac. Snyder is a businessman and anti-politician who has never held public office, yet is willing to bring his business and venture capital experience to state government. Snyder formally announced his pick State Rep. Brian Calley Tuesday afternoon, and Calley accepted his request. The choice will have to be ratified by delegates to the state Republican convention this weekend in East Lansing. hours at 800-292-3939. “Reports of illness in horses usually precede illness in people by days to weeks, so these reports serve as an early warning for the human population,” Halstead said. • When outdoors, use insect repellent containing DEET, picaridin, IR3535 or oil of lemon eucalyptus on exposed skin and clothing. The repellent permethrin can be used on clothing to protect through several washes. “There is still plenty of mosquito season left in Michigan. When outdoors, either during recreation, participating in sports or just enjoying the season, Michigan residents are urged to take precautions and protect themselves and their families from mosquito bites.” MDCH’s Chief Medical Executive Dr. Gregory Holzman. Clinical signs in horses include depression, fever, weakness, sweating, dehydration, seizures, abnormal facial expressions, not eating, head down, stumbling, blindness and circling. Often, the horse is down and unable to get up. “The majority of the 2010 affected Michigan horses were not currently vaccinated against EEE,” he added. “It is not too late to vaccinate horses against this deadly virus.” Eastern equine encephalitis is a reportable disease that also affects poultry such as chickens and emus. Veterinarians are required by law to report cases of EEE. Livestock owners are also encouraged to report cases. “We encourage diagnostic testing because EEE can look like rabies and although rabies is not common in horses, it is fatal and is contagious from horses to people,” Halstead said. Steps people should take to protect themselves include: Always follow the directions on the product label. • Stay indoors when mosquitoes are biting; they are typically most active at dusk and dawn. • Wear protective clothing such as long sleeves and pants when weather permits. • Have secure, intact screens on windows and doors to keep mosquitoes out and install and repair screens if necessary. • Keep mosquitoes from laying eggs. Mosquitoes can lay eggs even in small amounts of standing water. Get rid of mosquito breeding sites by emptying standing water from flower pots, buckets, barrels and tires. Change the water in pet dishes and replace the water in bird baths weekly. Drill holes in tire swings so water drains out. Empty wading pools and store on their sides after use. J-Ad Graphics Intern Shannon Cornett contributed to this article. Charlton Park’s new director ready to assume helm next month by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Charlton Park Village and Museum Board announced Tuesday, Aug. 24, it had appointed Dan Patton as the director of Historic Charlton Park. He will take over in mid-September. Keith Ferris, who has served as director for 18 months, has taken a position with a logistics firm in Grand Rapids. “As chair of the Charlton Park Board, I am very pleased with the selection of Dan Patton as the next park director,” said Kraig Leathers. “After many months of searching and hours of application review and interviews, it is a rewarding outcome to find a qualified candidate.” Patton, who is originally from Mouth of Wilson, Va., has lived in Michigan nearly 10 years, all of it in Barry County. He resides in Lacey with his wife, Melissa, a teacher at Lakeview High School in Battle Creek. The couple have three children who will attend Star Elementary in Hastings in the fall. Although he graduated from Bluefield College in Virginia with a double major in chemistry and biology with plans to become a teacher, Patton’s career plans changed in the early 1990s. “I started volunteering at Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia, and then I was hooked,” said Patton. “I worked full-time with Virginia State Parks until we chose to move north to be closer to Melissa’s family ... Being near extended family was important to us in terms of raising our own family.” Patton is currently the director of Eaton County Parks and Recreation. He is also on the Hastings Youth Athletic Association (HYAA) Board of Directors and has coached a variety of sports for both the HYAA and the Barry County Y. According to a press release from the Charlton Park Board of Directors, “Mr. Patton’s experience in parks administration and interpretation, his work with Barry County YMCA and the HYAA, as well as his familiarity with the area, are some of the reasons for his selection. The Charlton Park Board believes Patton will be able to assist in the expansion of our current offerings of special events, educational and recreational Dan Patton opportunities for the residents of Barry County. Mr. Patton’s appointment is in keeping with the goals and objectives for the future of Charlton Park.” “I’m truly excited about the opportunity to serve the citizens of Barry County and continue to build on the legacy created by Mr. Charlton,” said Patton. “Barry County is my home, and the success of Charlton Park and Barry County are extremely important to me and my family. Obviously, Mr. Charlton created a unique opportunity to showcase local history for future generations ... It is important to give young people an opportunity to learn about and understand their roots and history, I think it is important to know how you got to where you are, and Charlton Park provides that opportunity.” Ferris has served as head of the historic park since January of 2009. His predecessor was Keith Murphy, who was the interim director See NEW DIRECTOR, page 13 �Page 2 — Thursday, August 26, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Rain doesn’t dampen the fun at Orangeville Days by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Rain that filled the sky over Orangeville Saturday morning, Aug. 21, didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of Orangeville Days Director Mark Paradowski. While there were fewer floats in the parade, the parade still went on. Skydivers canceled their jump scheduled for noon Saturday, but music was already playing and getting everyone ready to party. Events that kicked off the three-day festival Friday were filled with sunshine. The art hop and euchre tournament went as planned. The trolley stopped and picked up art lovers and took them to most of the venues. At the Yankee Springs Golf Course the three young Swanson violinists had the art lovers smiling and dancing. Saturday morning, those hungry for pancakes started their day at the breakfast sponsored by the Orangeville Fire Department. High on everyone’s agenda, as well, was learning who had won the euchre tournament the night before. Taking home $400 for first place were Doc and Brad Marshall, $200 for second place were Pat Kelly and Tim Benish, Vickie Ritchie and Jennifer Goy won $100 for third place, and even Tyler Bourdo and Ryan Watson won $100 prize for last place. The booth area with food, crafts and more behind the township hall had people checking out crafts and waiting for the food booths to open. Fourteen teams signed up for the three-on-three basketball tournament. Three teams even checked in while it was raining. When play was done, the sun was shining. The Dawg Pound from Otsego won the 12- to 14-year-old bracket in the morning. The final bracket competition between members of the Fab Four, Chris Dawe, Adam Pileki, Kyle Quackenbush and Andrew Happie; and Team United, with Mark Kampon, Roy Alexander, Kameran Kamp and James Roy, was intense. In the end Team United was the winner. Rain continued as the parade lined up before starting off on its route down Marsh Road east to Chateau Court at 10:30 a.m. The Martin High School Band did not join the parade, but the Delton Kellogg Band and color guard was undeterred by the rain drops. Donald Walton, (from left) Ashley Tiffany, Mason Lettinga, Rodney Edward Shoemaker, Richard Simpson and Michael Perino are the young orange eating competitors. Simpson won by eating his three oranges first. Laura the Elephant returns to Orangeville Days. Some people watched under their umbrellas while others just viewed the parade from their cars. Children had bags ready to hold candy, as well. Parade participants receiving awards were the Orangeville Township Fire Department was the Grand Marshal’s Choice. The best children’s float was Randy Shoemaker Builder’s float that served as a reunion of the entire Shoemaker family with lots of children waving. The best business float award went to the Barry/Prairieville Fire Department. The best animal float award was won by Tim and Angela (the dog) Bailey, the most patriotic award went to the Delton Kellogg Band and the best all around award went to the Orangeville Days “Sheriff Posse.” Rides on Laura the Elephant had some getting their tickets early in the rain, but by the time the rides started at noon, the rain had stopped. Laura was kept busy during her return to Orangeville. Since Laura’s life expectancy is at least 60 years, Paradowski said he hopes she will return for many Orangeville Days to come. Entertainment began at 11 a.m. with Silent Bark. It continued for the rest of the day with The Rock at 5 O’clock, Coats Grove Station, Trip and the Fountain of Truth Chorus. The first games of the softball tournament began in the rain Saturday with nine teams. At the conclusion of the tournament Sunday, Outlaws from Orangeville were named champions. Winning the horseshoe tournament was the team of Bill Whitaker and Terry Hermenitt. Taking second place were Karl Smith and Harold Biggs, and third place went to Pat Kelly and Bob Kemp. Children enjoyed lots of fun games throughout the afternoon. Six young people competed in the orange-eating contest in front of the stage. Donald Walton, Ashley Tiffany, Mason Lettinga, Rodney Edward Shoemaker, Richard Simpson and Michael Perino tried to see who would be the first to finish peeling and eating three large oranges. Simpson was the winner in the 10- to 15-year-old group. In the adult contest, last year’s winner Laura Sawyer was no match for this year’s winner Scott Reamer. Also competing was Tim Hall getting practice for next year. The tug-of-war contests for children and adults provided a chance to get good and muddy. Following the children’s tug, and the adult tug, the adults, quite joyfully pulled the children into the mud puddle. Some parents were heard yelling, “Let go, don’t get muddy!” Many tried the “redneck games,” but the most popular was the Orangeville Shootout which left the park lawn filled with oranges. This was the first year for the Taste of Orangeville. Restaurants in this year’s event were Grove Street Cafe and Tujax from Delton; The Bib, Bay Pointe Grille, Sandy’s Country Kitchen, Gun River Inn and the Gun Lake Diner from the Gun Lake area; Fall Creek Restaurant in Hastings; and Kristine’s Kafe, Nancy’s Kitchen, the Plainwell Coffee Mill, Arlene’s Island City Cafe and the Fly Inn Restaurant in Plainwell. Restaurants competed against others in their immediate communities to garner the most votes and receive a plaque. Announcing the plaque winners — Tujax for Delton, The Bib for Gun Lake, Fall Creek for Hastings and the Plainwell Coffee Mill for Plainwell — was Paradowski’s final event of the 2010 Orangeville Days Sunday. Paradowski reminded everyone throughout the day that proceeds from Orangeville Days events will be used to complete the playground area where the first units were installed following the 2009 festival. Final totals were not yet available, he said. For more information about Orangeville Days, contact Paradowski at 616-813-6975. Holli and Hanna Risner wear these shirts given them by their grandmother to keep them out of jail. This float from the Orangeville Days Parade created by the “Orangeville Sheriff Posse” was the winner of the “best all around” parade entry. Danielle Morse tried to keep the rain off with a towel but Logan Montes just enjoyed being part of the parade. Hector Jimenez is served by young volunteer Jordan Kapteyn during the Orangeville Fire Department’s pancake breakfast at the start of events Aug. 21. Driver and Orangeville Days volunteer Deb Paradowski kept the roof up as she chauffeured grand marshals Bill Weick and Ruth and Winfield Matteson (seated inside) during the parade. Orangeville Days organizer Mark Paradowski has to pay $50 to get out of jail. The $50 to put him in jail was raised by a collection of $1 from vendors and volunteers at Orangeville Days. (Note his button to keep him out of jail did not keep him out of the slammer.) Delton’s Founders Fest court member Brianna Russell gives Ginny Forsyth a new look at Orangeville Days. Photos by Patricia Johns Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule The Orangeville Days softball tournament started in the rain Saturday, Aug. 21, and finished on sunny Sunday with the Outlaws from Orangeville as the winners. Thursday, Aug. 26 — So Many Books Book Club discusses Sacred Blood by Michael Byrnes, 10 to 11 a.m.; Movie Memories remembers Vera Ellen with “Call Me Madam,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 27 — Visit the duck pond at the Friends of the Library booth and pick a prize. Saturday, Aug. 28 — Visit the duck pond at the Friends of the Library booth and pick a prize. Sunday, Aug. 29 — 10th annual Summerfest Duck Race. Tuesday, Aug. 31 — young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club 6 to 8 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library for more information about any of the above, 269-9454263. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 26, 2010 — Page 3 Commissioners give final approval for Animal Control, shelter advisory panel Road commission ‘gap’ pushing $7 million by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Barry County Board of Commissioners is now seeking applicants for the non-governmental seats on the Barry County Animal Control/Shelter Advisory Committee. The board unanimously approved a motion Tuesday establishing the membership categories of the committee, setting term limits for each seat on the committee, establishing its mission statement and objectives of the panel. The advisory committee will consist of the following members: one member of the Barry County Animal Control Department, one Barry County Commissioner representative, five Barry County citizens at large; one Barry County kennel operator, one Barry County rescue shelter operator, one Barry County Humane Society representative and one Barry County veterinarian. The terms of the first members of the committee are one-year terms for the Barry County Humane Society member and two citizens at large; two-year terms for two citizens at large and the kennel operator, and threeyear terms for one Barry County citizen at large, a Barry County veterinarian, and the Barry County rescue shelter operator. After the first terms expire, all appointments will be for two years and shall begin Jan. 1. The county board representative will be appointed by the board of commissioners annually when the chairman makes appointments to other boards and commissions. The Animal Control representative will be appointed by the Barry County Sheriff. The mission statement for the advisory committee is to advise the Barry County Board of Commissioners and the Barry County Animal Control Department in matters regarding the improvement of Animal Control and shelter services to the citizens of Barry County and improving the quality of life for animals under the jurisdiction of the department or shelter. The objectives for the advisory board approved by the board of commissioners are to proactively instill humane principles and behavior into the community through education and example; prevent and report animal cruelty or suffering; foster volunteerism and create shelter volunteer opportunities; increase revenue or decrease operational costs and euthanasia through effective adoption, fostering and effective marketing programs for adoptable animals; seek grants for and encourage contributions to the shelter for quality of life, spaying/neutering services and general education programming as well as for direct expenses of animal care in the shelter not currently covered; provide advice and recommend policies regarding shelter care and volunteerism with the intent of enhancing a healthful and humane environment in the shelter while maximizing community involvement; provide advice and notification regarding community health issued including questionable animal breeding, hoarding and other detrimental practices. In other business, the board: • Heard an annual report from Barry County Road Commission Director Brad Lamberg. In his closing comments to the board, Lamberg stated, “The Barry County Backpack, school supplies collection drive underway Barry County United Way is partnering with Hastings City Bank, Coleman Agency, Hastings Mutual Insurance Company and Thornapple Valley Church in Hastings and Middleville to provide backpacks and school supplies to families in need this school year. The program is for Barry County children in kindergarten through 12th grade. “We are asking for community partners, as well” said Nancy Goodin, Hastings City Bank marketing and training director, “Community members who would like to contribute school supplies are invited to drop those off at any Hastings City Bank branch. Our employees are really excited about helping with this special project, and we hope our friends and customers will join us in this project, as well.” “So far this year over 190 children are already signed up for the program, said Lani Forbes, executive director of Barry County United Way. “We have seen a large increase in the number of families that are struggling this year so we are very thankful that we have so many partners for this project. This program will allow families to focus on their basic needs instead of how to include this added expense in their monthly budget.” Distribution will take place the week of Aug. 30 to families referred by local agencies such as Department of Human Services, Kinship Care, CASA for Kids and Love Inc. Families interested in receiving a backpack also may contact Barry County United Way for more information 269-945-4010. For those who wish to donate, items needed for each backpack for middle and high school level students include five notebooks, five folders, pens, pencils, colored pencils, colored markers and backpacks. Elementary school level donations include scissors, pencils, pencil box, colored pencils, colored markers, glue sticks, tissue, and backpacks. Local businesses or individual community members are invited to donate any of these items. The supplies will be organized and distributed by Hastings City Bank and Coleman Agency employees. Donations of items or cash contributions may be made until Aug. 31. Donations also will be accepted at Coleman Agency in Hastings, either Thornapple Valley Church location or the United Way office in Hastings. “We also will be parking cars in the Hastings City Bank parking lot during Summerfest, said Forbes. “For a $10 contribution towards the backpack program, you can park for the entire day, or a $5 contribution for half of the day.” All proceeds will be used for purchasing backpacks and school supplies for distribution this year. road system is in fair to good condition; however, many roads need immediate attention. Preventative maintenance, done at the optimal time while the road is in good condition, will prolong the life of the roadway. The costeffective preventative maintenance type repairs are no longer an option when road conditions warrant structural improvements. “We are experiencing this at many locations throughout the county,” he continued. “More and more roads are falling into the more costly repair category of asphalt overlays and even reconstruction. Despite the townships’ and road commission’s best efforts, the gap between what needs to be done and what can be done continues to grow and is now approximately $6.9 million. The townships of Barry County are a major contributor to Barry County roads, but they can no longer keep up with the growing road demands. Due to rising material costs and decreased funding, less and less road work can be done each year.” Lamberg’s report also showed that the primary funding for roads in Michigan is the Michigan Transportation Fund which is comprised of the state gas tax and vehicle registration fees. However, due to increased gas prices, people are driving less, which decreases gas tax revenues, which means Barry County Road Commission is not receiving enough funds from the state to meet its needs. “... A gas tax increase is drastically needed to maintain Michigan’s highways and roads, at the state, city and county levels. For years now, a transportation funding initiative known as ‘Drive Michigan’ has been working hard to increase transportation funding. Transportation agencies have not been successful in gaining enough support to increase road funding through the legislature,” concluded Lamberg. • Passed a resolution proclaiming September National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month. • Approved a motion amending the contract between the State of Michigan Department of Human Services and Barry County, which will allow the Barry County Friend of the Court to obtain the maximum amount from the Cooperative Reimbursement Program. Kiwanis Club plans Peanut Day The Hastings City Council unanimously approved a motion Monday evening to purchase this property at 441 W. Mill St. adjacent to Tyden Park. According to Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield, the purchase could allow the city to open access to the Tyden Park and link it to the streets, sidewalks and Riverwalk on the west side of town. It also gives the city an additional 250 feet of riverfront property for trails and public access to the river. Power outage hit north side of Hastings Consumers Energy officials still are not sure what caused a power outage Tuesday afternoon that left the north side of Hastings without electricity for about two and a half hours. A Consumers Energy spokesperson said a primary electric line went down Tuesday, causing a Hastings substation to fail. The cause in under investigation. According to Consumers, the outage lasted from 12:44 to 3:30 p.m. and affected 1,846 Hastings residents, along with businesses and traffic lights. Drivers should plan around street closures The Hastings Police Department would like to remind citizens that the city will be alive with a variety of activities on Saturday, Aug. 28, resulting in street closings. Beginning at 8:30 a.m. with the 10k/5k runs, and a 9;45 a.m. fun run, several of the streets near Hastings Middle School will be closed. The Summerfest Parade begins at 12:30 p.m. and will start on East State Street near Hanover Street, proceeding down Apple Street to Broadway, then south on Broadway Hastings Branch Hours: 77548948 Kiwanis Club members (from left) Carlotta Willard, co-chair Hastings Kiwanis Peanut Day; Wendy Raymond, president of Kiwanis Club of Wayland; Jeff Pratt, president, Kiwanis Club of Hastings; Deb Hatfield, co-chair Hastings Kiwanis Peanut Day; and Jackie Straub, Lt. Gov.-Elect, Division 14, pause in their promotion of Kiwanis Peanut Day. Members of the Hastings club will be outside of Family Fare and WalMart Friday and Saturday, taking donations. Money raised through the event will be used by the Kiwanis Club of Hastings for charitable programs such as educational scholarships, special needs, Y programs, Boys and Girls clubs, Scout troops, 4-H clubs, playground equipment, summer camps for needy kids, research in the treatment of diseases of the central nervous system, and youth counseling in the war against drug abuse. City purchases property for linear park to State St. The parade will then travel through the Downtown area. The parade necessitates the closing of several streets on the east side of town, as well as around the downtown area. The Police Department would ask that motorists traveling in these areas of town find an alternate route around the city, and remind them to be patient should they find themselves stuck in traffic. Sunday, the entire downtown area will be closed off for the annual car and motorcycle show �Page 4 — Thursday, August 26, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Baltimore Township needs a fire millage IRCH Fire Department is a marriage of Baltimore, Irving, Rutland, Carlton and Hastings townships and the City of Hastings. Like any marriage, when a partner chooses not to contribute, it ends in divorce — a very messy divorce. Divorce, regardless of any scheduled vow renewal, involves the liquidation of assets. This requires lawyers and negatively impacts the entire family. Baltimore Township needs to find a way to continue to contribute to the family or it will negatively impact their friends, relatives and neighbors in the other townships. The Baltimore Township Board of Trustees notified residents of a special meeting Aug. 12, requesting input on how to tackle the inability to pay its portion of the BIRCH family budget. Less than 1 percent of residents attended. Notice was provided in the local papers as well as on the property tax bill. The township have a library millage so I took them to be an educated people, but so few participated in their community. At that meeting, a few options were provided, but only one keeps the family together — Option 1. Option 1 is a fire millage. Of the 16 townships in Barry County, Baltimore has the third lowest township operating millage. Only Assyria and Hastings are lower but both have a higher overall tax millage. This can be viewed online at www.barrycounty.org/county-departments/equalization/ and selecting the 2009 Millage Summary Report or by calling Equalization at 269-945-1288. Baltimore Township has a library millage, a Charlton Park millage, a county transit millage, and a Thornapple Manor millage. Baltimore Township would still have one of the lowest total overall millage rates with a fire millage. The trick is educating residents so they don’t just vote ‘no’ without understanding the impact. A property with a taxable (not an assessed) value of $100,000 would cost $100 calculated at 1 mill. Option 2 is a change in the coverage area for BIRCH, bringing in Johnstown Township as a service provider. I’m sure Johnstown Township is fine service provider. However, any BIRCH member changing its participa- tion in the marriage initiates the divorce and the liquidation of all BIRCH assets. This will negatively impact all of your friends, relatives and neighbors who are contributing members of the BIRCH Fire Department. This occurs regardless of any contract or vow renewal process. This also doesn’t solve the issue of Baltimore Township’s lack of funds to pay for fire service. Option 3 is no fire coverage at all. This really isn’t an option. If you don’t have fire service, you won’t be able to get insurance or it will be at an astronomical cost. If you could get homeowner’s insurance without fire service, I dare say the cost would be greater than $100 higher than your current insurance. If you cannot get homeowner’s insurance because there is no fire service, then you won’t be able to sell your home. No bank will loan money for a residence without homeowner’s insurance. Another consideration of Options 2 or 3 for Baltimore Township residents is cost recovery. Cost recovery occurs when BIRCH responds to an accident caused by someone who doesn’t reside in one of the member townships. That person receives a bill for the service provided. That bill is always greater than $500. Members of BIRCH who are involved in an accident in any of the areas covered by BIRCH would not receive such a bill. For example, a Baltimore Township resident is in an accident pulling out of Walmart. As a resident of the BIRCH area, that person is not billed for the fire department extracting him or her from the vehicle or washing down the spilled fuel. Baltimore Township residents need a fire millage. The board needs to know that its residents support that idea. The board requested citizen input Aug.12 and is trying their best to represent its constituents. The friends, relatives and neighbors in Irving, Rutland, Carlton and Hastings want to stay married to you Baltimore. We don’t want a divorce. Support a fire millage. Kathee Pierce, Irving Township Know Your Legislators: U.S. Senate Debbie Stabenow, Democrat, 702 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-4822. Carl Levin, Democrat, Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-6221. District office: 110 Michigan Ave., Federal Building, Room 134, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 456-2531. Rick Tormela, regional representative. U.S. Congress Vernon Ehlers, Republican, 3rd District (All of Barry County), 1714 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515-2203, phone (202) 225-3831, fax (202) 225-5144. District office: Room 166, Federal Building, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 451-8383. President’s comment line: 1-202-456-1111. Capitol Information line for Congress and the Senate: 1-202-224-3121. Michigan Legislature Gov. Jennifer Granholm, Democrat, P.O. Box 30013, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-3400. State Senator Patty Birkholz, Republican, 24th District (All of Barry County), Michigan State Senate, State Capitol, 805 Farnum Building, P.O. Box 3006, Lansing, Mich. 48909-7536. Call: (517) 373-3447. Fax: (517) 373-5849. e-mail: senpbirkholz@senate.michigan.gov State Representative Brian Calley, Republican, 87th District (All of Barry County), Michigan House of Representatives, 351 Capitol, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-0842. e-mail: briancalley@house.mi.gov DDA can find better ways to promote downtown If you think about it for a moment, I believe you’ll conclude one library. Plus it’s just a block from the heart of the downtown and that of the most important issues affecting most of us each day is all its restaurants. Another possible location would be Tyden Park, in the center of the economy and how it has impacted our lives. The recent proposal by the Hastings Downtown Development Authority to move the circle facing east. The city could move the tennis courts to one the Civil War memorial from its present location to the courthouse of the other parks in the city to make way for additional parking. lawn — which was met with few questions by the county board The park is again only blocks from the downtown area. And, a new except its impact on trees — is a waste of valuable time and assets, especially now that the county is facing budget deficits. Recently Hastings Community Development Director John Hart and Downtown Development Authority member Jim Brown gave a presentation to county board members regarding the proposal to move the 42-foot Civil War monument from its present location at the entrance of Tyden Park to a new site on the courthouse lawn. “What we wanted to do was create a tranquil place for folks to reflect, and stay on the lawn shaded by the trees, someplace where they could be, for a certain amount of time, be out of the traffic, in a calming place where they could just retreat to,” said Hart. So a small group of community members chose the courthouse lawn, at the intersection of M-37 and M-43 — the The amphitheatre in Zeeland (Photo courtesy Zeeland Record) busiest intersection in the county. If they’re looking for a tranquil place, where a person can sit and pavilion could be a way to memorialize all the community’s serreflect, Tyden Park is a much better location, plus it will save thou- vicemen from the past — and in the future. Most importantly, we will be using our precious donations for sands of dollars in donations to move the old structure. There’s no benefit to our community and its taxpayers in mov- something in which the community could see huge benefits in the ing the monument at this time. The only reason it was moved from future. We have many groups that could offer limitless entertainits original location over 47 years ago, was because the monument ment throughout the season. We currently have the Thornapple was in the middle of the intersection and state highway officials Arts Council, Thornapple Players, the Revue, the Village Players required it to be moved out of the traffic lane. The state highway of Middleville, Community Music School, countless church department paid for the cost to move the 1880s statue; the only groups and lots of local talent that could be called to support this expense the city faced was landscaping the monument once it was ambitious project. In looking back in our files, the city of Hastings supported a refrelocated at Tyden Park. There are two issues here that should concern local business erendum on the ordinance supporting the Downtown Development leaders and taxpayers. The first is why is the Downtown Authority in March of 1977 when the city council meeting had to Development Authority is taking part in moving a monument that be moved to the high school lecture hall due to the large crowd is already in a good location in one of the city’s primary parks. The attracted to the meeting over what, at the time, was a highly conDDA has already spent in excess of $1,600 for a preliminary site troversial issue. Local citizens were concerned the city was just plan as part of the relocation effort. This is not a good use of DDA looking for a way to raise taxes and control landowners in the disfunds, especially during one of the worst economic slowdowns trict. City officials said they were looking for a way to generate revwe’ve seen in Hastings in more than 40 years. In several towns that I’ve visited in recent months, local DDA organizations are using enue to promote the downtown area. Mary Spackman, president of tax dollars for start-up businesses, remodeling projects, rent subsi- the Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce at the time said, dies and for local retailers to expand their inventories. The DDA “Hastings has a moderately successful retail community, but it and the citizens of Hastings would be better served if the DDA needs to grow and improve to meet the ever-increasing competiwere to helping retailers by reducing special fees the city imposes tive threat from other communities. We need an organization to on them for parking lot assessments, snow removal and the like. coordinate and take the lead in creating such improvements.” Local retailer, Don Spencer said, “Possible programs might be And during the winter weather, why not clean the sidewalks every day, keeping the snow from filling up forming piles and slush public restrooms, community swimming pool and improved parking.” He went on to say, “We all want to improve the downtown, along the curbs? Plus, if the memorial is moved to the courthouse lawn it will and I think the DDA is the way to do it.” The vote was taken to establish the DDA that evening with five take more than 40 booth spaces used presently during Summerfest and could even jeopardize the use of the corner for the nativity in favor and three opposed, and I think if the same vote were taken today, the support might even be stronger. Nothing is impossible if during Christmas season. What would be a better alternative, if community members are we believe we put our minds to it. If the money is available in the looking for a way to acknowledge those in the military, is to fund name of the a community memorial, then let’s make sure we spend a project that would be beneficial to current residents, their fami- it wisely so it benefits the community now and into our future. lies and to the community, as well. There has been discussion in the past over the possibility of building a band shell in the downtown area. What about a memorial bandshell? Many cities around the state have stages or band shells attracting live entertainment, places like Eaton Rapids, Zeeland, Holland, St. Ignace and Gaylord, just to name a few. In fact, I was in Vermontville Monday and was reminded that right in the center of the downtown busiWe encourage everyone to spend sometime at Summerfest this ness district, there’s a formal stage to accommodate the maple weekend. Whether you enjoy music, food, arts and crafts, parades, syrup festival each year. There are many places in downtown the numerous sports competitions, or simply visiting with friends Hastings that could accommodate a large public stage. A good in a festival atmosphere, you’re sure to find plenty of enjoyment at place would be behind the Hastings Public Library where the old the three-day event that was designed to reward local residents for Newton Lumber building was. We could call it Newton Park with supporting retailers and the community over the years. The theme the stage facing east. The land is in the flood plain, so you would this year is ‘Barry Blues, Chicago Live,’ but we’re sure you’ll have to build the stage out of concrete with all the equipment leave feeling anything but the blues. above the water line. The library could then hold special programs, and when not in use, it could be used as additional parking for the Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Be sure to check out Summerfest Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. Are you green? Many people in Barry County recycle, watch the miles they drive and purchase energy-efficient appliances. What do you do to go “green” and what more do you think we need to do? The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Kate Mastaw, Grand Rapids; “We have free recycling in Grand Rapids now. I hope other areas, like Orangeville, will be able to follow our lead and make it easy for people to recycle.” Bonnie White, Orangeville: “I compost my vegetable and fruit peels and help my soil. I used to use the recycle bins at Weick’s and would like to see them return.” Sara Schaefer, Middleville: “I am teaching my kids about electricity ... not just the electric bill but the true cost of using electricity. When you leave a light on, what’s the cost to the environment or the lost of habitat for animals like the polar bear. In our house, we say ‘you just killed a polar bear’ if you leave the lights on.” Jennifer Bateman, Woodland: “People just have to be more aware of recycling and making sure they do.” Tim Huisman, Hastings: “I walk where I can, and I take back all of my cans and bottles. People should just try to keep in mind the fact that everyone needs to pitch in. People need to be aware of everything that they throw away and make sure that they recycle what they can.” Ashley Welton, Hastings: “I am recycling all water bottles and laundry detergent bottles. I take them to a relative in Lowell where they have a recycling program.” Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 26, 2010 — Page 5 Hastings was test city for state highway department Lake Odessa From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... The Depot complex will be open this weekend. The September displays will be on hunting and fishing. With Labor Day coming late this year, school will not begin until after Sept. 6. However, several sports events take place before that. The Farmers Market continues at the Lake Odessa Fairgrounds Fridays and Saturdays. See what local growers have to offer until 5 p.m. The Aug. 21 event at Bowne Center was well-attended. The day was set to mark the designation of the Bowne Center School on the register of one room-school buildings for the nation. The speech was very brief and people were invited to browse the building and also to tour the carriage house near the museum on the northeast corner of 84th Street and M-50 near Alto. During the event, two men came bringing a donation – an antique carpenter’s chest filled with tools of the trade. The exhibits were well done. Included was a borrowed glass-front cabinet with a replica of the McNaughton Stage Coach stop at Whitneyville and 100th Street. This was called a three-story building but all three stories were on the ground. The first was a log building to which a frame building was added and then a third section of finer frame construction was added. This display filled the top of the piano on which it was placed. Noted across the road, five very large trees have been cut from the roadside of M-50 in front of the cemetery. The branches have been falling and causing damage to any vehicles too close. The general condition of the trees was such that it was deemed appropriate to remove them and plant new trees. Area young people invited to attend YAC retreat Plan Highway Dedication - State Highway Commissioner John C. Mackie will formally dedicate the 4.3-mile, nearly half-million dollar modernization project in Hastings at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 28. The dedication will be held on conjunction with Hastings’ Harvest Festival which will be held on Friday and Saturday. The first layer of blacktop was to be completed by 10 a.m. yesterday and one more is to be spread before the stretch is completed. Plans for the dedication were discussed Friday at the Hotel Hastings and Alderman John Barnett and James Coleman, center, are co-chairman of The Barry Community Foundation’s Youth who either lives or attends school in Barry the event. Helping to plan the ceremonies were, from left to right, Dan Weise of the Advisory Council is hosting its annual retreat County. Currently, YAC has members from State Highway Department, Alderman Barnett, Coleman and Blake Allerding, maintefor YAC members Saturday, Sept. 11 at Fish Maple Valley, Hastings, Thornapple Kellogg nance superintendent of the Michigan State Highway. Standing are Lynn Perry, E.W. Hatchery Park in Hastings. The group will and Delton Kellogg high schools. The Bliss Company; Lyle Gillespie, Hastings Mfg. Company; Hilbert H. VanDerMolen, of meet at 9 a.m. at the big pavilion. encourage membership by students from the State Highway project office; Alex Fuller, J.C. Penney Store; Pat Hodges, Hodges This retreat is especially beneficial to mem- Barry County Christian School, as well as Jewelry; Frank Ritchie, Consumers Power, and Atty. Richard Shuster. – Photo by bers joining this year because they learn about those who are home-schooled or attend alterBarth. the three components that YAC strives to native education so that the group represents Now for the first time, Michigan is attempting than any other city of Michigan. Our people address, which are grant-making, community all youth in Barry County. to offset its geography. The freeway system have the answers to just about any questions a service and leadership development. YAC “We continue to look for new members under construction in the state will, in turns of person could ask about Hastings – its past, pres- activities are community activities that are who want to get involved to make Barry travel time, expand Michigan into its neighbor- ent and future. This experiment is designed to great to have on a college resume and help County a great place for young people to live ing states to the south. On conventional high- set a pattern for long-range highway plans that with service credits. and attend school,” said Swinehart. ways, traffic moves at an over-all rate of about will be developed for scores of other Michigan The retreat will last until 3 p.m. and will AC advisors, Karen Heath, Jennifer 40 miles an hour. On a freeway, with its con- communities. include lunch and snacks. Dallas Swinehart, Richards, Megan Davis and Mark Sheldon, Wider existing highways, remodeled intersec- YAC intern, planned the retreat that will will conduct a parent orientation from 2 to 3 trolled access and nonstop features, this average moves up to 60 miles an hour. Thus, those parts tions, new brides and roadside parks and rest include an orientation, team-building activi- p.m. at Fish Hatchery Park for any members of Michigan served by a freeway are within a areas all represent substantial if unsung ties and a scavenger hunt. The retreat not only of the community who would like to know day’s drive of much more area than they were advances in Michigan’s highway system. informs teens about what YAC is and what more about YAC and what it entails. A few good years ago, Michigan was 35th the group does, but it is meant to bring everybefore. For more information about the Barry The state has not experienced much of this among the 48 states in construction of Interstate one together as a cohesive group. Community Foundation or the Youth distance-shrinking effect yet because the free- highways. Today, it is first among 50. This cerYAC is open to anyone 13 to 21 years old Advisory Council, call 269-945-0526. ways are just now forming a continuous pattern. tainly isn’t the whole story but it symbolizes The first trans-state freeway will be Interstate what has been going on in Michigan during the Route 94. By Dec. 15, this route will be open last three years to give Michigan motorists the from downtown Detroit to Stevensville on Lake highways they need and deserve. Michigan near the Indiana line, a total distance of 203 miles. When this comes about, Michigan will possess the longest piece of toll-free The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking Interstate freeway in the nation. applicants to serve on the Agriculture Preservation The two other major freeway routes in the Board; Agriculture Interest Position. Applications may be current building program are Detroit-toobtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of Muskegon and Ohio-to-Sault Ste. Marie. the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; or www.barBesides these border-to-border routes, the freerycounty.org; and must be returned no later than 5:00 way system also contains shorter routes, such as Seized Property - Titan Industrial p.m. on September 6, 2010. Contact 269-0945-1284 for the Grand Rapids-to-Kalamazoo Freeway and Generator, Air Compressor, Reddy Heater 77549191 more information. the Detroit-Toledo Freeway. Although most of August 28th • 10:00 a.m. the freeway mileage is situated in the southern half of the state, more than half of the total 1212 W. State St., Hastings mileage runs in a north-south direction. In 77548870 effect, they will serve as pipelines to move large volumes of traffic conveniently around the large centers of population. ing” “Str Hastings is in an enviable position because it is within 25 miles of three of the freeways I have Tables and chairs available. just mentioned. 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Looking ahead, some of our planners specu77546173 • Brakes (front or rear) . . . . . . . . . 79.95 late that within 10 years, Hastings may become Includes pads or shoes, most cars drums - rotors - hardware - extra part of the Detroit-Chicago corridor and share in Dennis Thiss, Owner the anticipated growth within the corridor. Call Us at (269) 948-3387 Our new freeways will bring counties other 2295 South M-37 Highway, Hastings benefits to people living in the Hastings area in Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply convenience, safety and savings in the operation Satisfaction Guaranteed Repairs! of their cars and trucks as they drive from here to Detroit, Chicago or other large cities. The freeways are the most spectacular of ® Michigan’s recent highway accomplishments and they tend to steal the limelight from other The important advances. But let me assure you that we in the State Highway Department are by no means ignoring Michigan’s important network of primary and secondary highways. As I mentioned earlier, Friday, August 27 • 6pm til Dark more than 3,000 miles of two-lane highways have been improved and modernized in a little Saturday, August 28 • 4pm til Dark more than three years. At the same time, the people in our Planning Division are spending a great deal of their time working with counties, and citizens and villages Barry County’s Best! throughout the state to develop long-range plans Hosted for the modernization and improvement of priby mary and secondary highways. g e L acy The City of Hastings was chosen as a “test city” by our Planning Division for the developLocated at the corner of M-179 and ment of a long-range highway master plan. I am Plenty Whitmore Rd. About 5 miles west of Hastings not going to go into details of our proposed plan of Parking • 269-945-5499 • for Hastings because some details remain to be worked out between our people and your elected officials and Planning Commission. However, I can say that we have made am ore complete study of Hastings and its economy NOTICE SHERIFF AUCTION 2 BROTHERS AND A TENT etch 40’x40’ and 40’x60’ THISS AUTO Think Summerfest is all downtown? 77548813 We Say BLARNEY!! The Blarney Stone Outdoor Music Jam! Bluegrass, Country & Blues 77548929 PIZZA BURGERS & BBQ 77543076 “Hastings has been chosen as a ‘test’ city by the State Highway Department’s planning division for the development of a long-range highway master plan,” Michigan’s Highway Commissioner John C. Mackie declared here Friday at the luncheon which followed the formal dedication of a nearly half-million dollar highway modernization program. Without going into detail, Commissioner Mackie said “We have made a more complete study of Hastings and its economy than any other city of Michigan. “Our people have the answers to just about any questions a person could ask about Hastings – its past, present, and future. This experiment is designed to set a pattern for long-range highway plans that will be developed for scores of other Michigan communities,” Commissioner Mackie declared. Mackie spoke at the luncheon held at the Hastings County Club following the ribbon cutting attended by about 300 persons. The ceremonies began with a parade from downtown Hastings west on State Street to Broadway then north on M-43 to the intersection of Woodland Avenue. Heading the parade was the crack Hastings High Marching Band, followed by Homecoming Queen Sally King and members of her court, Linda Cole, Lynila Perry, Arne Hauser and Cheryl Aderhord. Mayor John W. Hewitt and other area officials were in the line parade and participated in the ceremonies. The ribbon was cut by Commissioner Mackie, assisted by Queen Sally. Frank Ritchie was the master of ceremonies at the ribbon cutting, and luncheon and introduced the various dignitaries. The Rev. William H. Helrigel, D.D., gave the invocation at the luncheon. Among those introduced was Al Brown, formerly of Hastings now of Ann Arbor and assistance chief of maintenance and operations with the Highway Department. Gerald McCarthy, who was born in Barry County just west of Freeport, now chief of design in the Highway Department, was introduced. McCarthy’s grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. H.W. Blough, reside at Freeport and Mrs. Ray Wieland is a cousin of his. Mayor Hewitt, in his brief remarks, declared that all of the official contacts Hastings leaders have had with the highway employees have been pleasant and that Commissioner Mackie has demonstrated that courtesy as well as economy and efficiency is possible even in such a large organization as the State Highway Department. The text of Commissioner Mackie’s prepared remarks follow: It is indeed a pleasure to be here to day at this, the official dedication of a section of M-43 that has been greatly improved and modernized. I appreciate very much this opportunity to discuss Michigan’s highway construction program and what it means to Hastings and Barry County. The improvement of many other highways that are in the same category as M-43 – farm to-market routes – has been given a high priority in our present construction program. A little later I will discuss these primary and secondary highways and an experiment the State Highway Department is now conducting here in Hastings. But first I would like to review the status of the over-all program. The Michigan resident, hemmed in by water, turns to his home state first when he travels. Thus he knows more about his own state’s highway system than most citizens of other states. He instantly recognizes the names of distant hamlets and he mentions route numbers with the familiarity of a home-town street. Consequently, Michigan’s citizens have watched with great interest during the last three years as the state’s highway system underwent a period of unprecedented expansion. Two forces are behind the sudden upsurge. One is the Federal Highway Act of 1956, which promised 90 percent federal aid for 1,074 miles of new freeways to be built in Michigan over a 15-year period. The second was the five year, one and a quarter billion dollar highway program which I announced shortly after I became Michigan State Highway Commissioner in July of 1957. The five year program called for 580 miles of the Interstate System, plus about 320 miles of four lane, divided highways on the state’s arterial system. It also included 2,900 miles of new or reconstructed conventional highways and the paying of the 800 miles of state trunklines which were still surfaced with gravel. Now, three years later, this five year program is more than 65 percent complete. Broken down, it looks like this: ... Nearly 425 miles of freeway are open to traffic and nearly 300 more miles are under construction. There is more than four times the freeway – 101 miles – open to traffic a little more than three years ago. ... 3,250 miles of two-lane highways have been improved or modernized. The project we dedicated today is included in this figure. ... In addition, 610 miles of gravel roads have been paved and 154 additional miles are under contract for improvement. Expressed in money, the Michigan highway program now stands this way: ... Nearly $400 million worth of work was completed. ... More than $300 million under contract. ... More than $500 million in some stage of preparation. Historically, Michigan has had to face the geographical fact that it is off the beaten track. During the pioneer migrations of the early 19th century, Michigan promoters sadly watched the wagon trains stream westward, and wished that more of them would turn north. �Page 6 — Thursday, August 26, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Edward R. Enz Edward R. Enz passed away peacefully August 23, 2010. He was born April 25, 1936. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Walter and Thenis Enz; his sister, Marilyn Kile; and his son, David Enz. He is survived by his brother and sister-inlaw, Kelvin and Margie Enz, their children, (Glen (Amy) Enz and their children, Justin, Danielle, Rachel, and Jonathan, and their daughter, Laura Enz; his nephew, Paul Tunell and his children, Robert Tunell, Heather Tunell, and Samuel Tunell; his foster son, Steve (Nancy) Stephens and their children, Nathan and Courtney, as well as two special friends, Betty Bourdo and Hal Maxson. Ed worked as a surveyor for the state for over 30 years. He was known around Gun Lake as the “Cadillac man”. Ed spent his last days at home as he wished with the help of hospice and special friend, Betty. Viewing will be Friday, Aug. 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. and the funeral will be Saturday, Aug. 28, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Life Story Funeral Home, in Plainwell, with funeral procession immediately following. Contributions may be made to Spectrum Health Hospice. www.lifestory.net.com Worship Together… Area Obituaries Betty Marie Merriman Savich Hervey H. Hilliker 77548780 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. The praise team rehearses on Wednesday’s at 6:30 p.m. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-731-5194 or -517-8521806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-945-9121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday MidWeek: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost - Aug. 29 - Worship 10 a.m. Picnic/Potluck. No Sunday School June/August. Blessing of the backpacks. Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anony-mous 7 p.m.; Women’s Al-Anon 7 p.m. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269-9452698.http://www.discovergrace.org FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Coffee Time; 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 HASTINGS, MI - Mrs. Betty Marie Merriman Savich, age 92, of Hastings, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, August 23, 2010, after a long and productive life. Born on May 18, 1918, she is survived by her beloved son, Kenneth Scott Merriman, II, MD; daughter-in-law, Lee Merriman; daughter, Louise Rebecca Merriman and son-inlaw Edward David Adoring; grandmother of Leslie Merriman Kortes (wife of Jeffrey Kortes) and Rebecca Lee Merriman and great-grandmother of Audrey Burke Kortes and Finley Ann Kortes. Loving aunt to Joan Tintocalis, Chuck Logan, Gloria Bunch, Gary Siegrist, Maury Siegrist, Elaine Bennett, Nancy Kennedy, Virginia Hurttgam, Linda Schafer, Ed Siegrist and Fred Siegrist. Betty pursued active and successful careers as a life insurance agent, a bank teller and later in residential real estate. She enjoyed two happy marriages, first to Kenneth Scott Merriman, MD., later as a widow, she met and married William Savich. Betty's keen intelligence and feisty spirit made her a force to be reckoned with. Always with boundless energy, Betty spoke with honesty and directness. While our mom, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend has departed this earth, we will not soon forget her quick wit, sense of fun, creative spirit and strong faith in God. Graveside services were held on Wednesday, August 25, 2010 at the Richmond Cemetery in Richmond. Memorial contributions can be made to Barry Community Hospice or Bethesda Christian Church, 14000 Metro Parkway, Sterling Heights, MI 48312. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our web page to leave a message or memory to the family. www.girrbachfuneralhome.net. Orval Conine DELTON, MI - Orval Conine, of Delton, passed away August 19, 2010, at his home. Orval was born October 5, 1924, in Burlington, the son of Frank and Ruth (Phillips) Conine. A 1942 graduate of Battle Creek Central, Orval was a veteran of WWII, serving his country in the US Army as a medical corp man in the Pacific. On October 8, 1945, he married Margaret Roepke, and she preceded him in death on August 12, 2006. Margaret and Orval owned and operated the Cedar Creek Grocery Store, from 1958 to 1972. Orval was a loyal employee of Clark Equipment Company for over 36 years, retiring in 1979 and enjoyed playing recreational baseball on several teams, including Hall Drug and Clark Equipment Company sponsored teams in the ’40s,’50s and ’60s. After retirement, Orval worked from his garage, selling and repairing tires, sharpening saw chains, and helping people. He enjoyed cutting firewood, visits from his great grandchildren, and watching sports on television, especially Michigan teams. Members of his family include, sons, Orval (Edwina) Conine of Battle Creek, and John Conine of Delton; four grandchildren; five great grandchildren; special friends Justin and Kim Caldwell and family. Orval was also preceded in death by his parents and a son Charles in 1974; a sister; Helen Corbin; a daughter-in-law, Brenda Conine; and a niece, Sharon Mason. A graveside service was conducted Monday, August 23, 2010, at Cedar Creek Cemetery, Pastor James McKelvey officiating. Memorial contributions to Delton VFW Post 422, or Pennock Hospice will be appreciated. Please visit www.williamsgoresfuneral. com to view and sign Orval's online guest book. Arrangements made by Williams-Gores Funeral Home in Delton. HASTINGS, MI - Hervey H. Hilliker, age 70, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, August 23, 2010, after a seven month courageous battle with cancer. He was born October 6, 1939 in Ann Arbor, the son of Vern L. Sr. and Minnie Beebe-Sawyer Hilliker. Hervey graduated from Hastings High School in 1960. He served in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged. Hervey retired from Consumers Energy in 2002 after 36 years. He enjoyed golf, fishing, yard work, music, electronics, helping friends and family, hiking with friends, and especially enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. Hervey was a man who never met a stranger and was loved by all that knew him. Hervey was a long time member of the Hope United Methodist Church where he was very active as a Sunday school teacher and head of the church board. He married Janice M. Johncock February 16, 1973. He was preceded in death by his children, Jerry Powers and Kathryn Johnson; his parents; siblings, Beatrice Miller, Ilabelle Hoefakker, Edith Driskil, Violet Hilliker and Ruehl (Bud) Hilliker. Hervey is survived by his wife of 37 years, Janice Hilliker of Hastings; his children, Roderick Powers of Caledonia, Annette (Greg) Sutka of Grand Junction, Bret (Kristina) Hilliker of Cameron Park, CA, Diane (Floyd) Dirette of Portage, Randy (Andrea) Hilliker of Clinton Twp.; his grandchildren, John Jr. and Richard Wanczowski, |Jordan and Jayce Johnson, Madeleine and Claire Dirette, Jacob and Jordyn Hilliker, Brandon and Liam Hilliker; his great-grandchildren, Damon and Serenity Wanczowski, Cameron and Gracie Wanczowski; a sister, Alice Sachteleban of Grand Haven; brothers, Vern L. Hilliker of East Jordan; and Virtol (Virt) Hilliker of Shillington, PA; many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Funeral services will be held Friday, August 27, 2010 at 11 a.m. with visitation starting at 10 a.m. at the Hope United Methodist Church, 2920 S. M-37 Hwy. Hastings. Rev Richard Moore and Rev. Kenneth Vaught will officiate. Burial with full miltary honors will be at Hastings Township Cemetery. Memorials can be made to Hope United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, Barry Community Hospice or The American Cancer Society. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our web page to leave a message or memory to the family. www.girrbachfuneralhome.net. Roy L. Jacobs, Jr. BATTLE CREEK, MI - Roy L. Jacobs, Jr., age 54, of Battle Creek, died unexpectedly Saturday, August 14, 2010 at his residence. He was born September 13, 1955 in Battle Creek, the son of Roy L. and Marcia A. (College) Jacobs, Sr. He was a 1973 graduate of Delton Kellogg High School and for the last three years, was employed at Sunshine Toyota of Battle Creek, as a material handler. Roy is survived by a son, Nicholai Jacobs of Utah; his father, Roy L. (Betty) Jacobs, Sr.; two brothers, Rod L. Jacobs of Delton and Ron Jacobs of Three Rivers; and by his two sisters, Cindy Trumbull of Anderson, SC and Linda Smitherman of Wyoming. He was preceded in death by his son, Isaiah. Roy enjoyed shooting pool, being at the lake with family, swimming and going for pontoon boat rides. At Roy’s request, cremation has taken place and a private, memorial service will be held at a later date, in Prairieville (Township) Cemetery. Personal remembrances may be made at www.farleyestesdowdle.com. Edna L. Lewis MIDDLEVILLE, MI - Edna L. Lewis, of Middleville, age 95, passed away, August 23, 2010, at Lifecare Center of Plainwell. Edna was born June 12, 1915, in Yankee Springs Township, the daughter of Gladeon and Naomi (Baughman) Briggs. Edna enjoyed reading, and politics, as she loved to debate and discuss political issues. She was a former member of the Middleville Lodge of the Eastern Star. In 1937, she married Russell John Lewis and he preceded her in death on June 30, 1994. Edna is survived by sons: Gladeon (Norma) Lewis, Alpha (Margiline) Lewis, and Bill (Sherry) Lewis, all of Middleville; a daughter, Melanie (David) Ripley, of Otsego; a daughter-in-law, Zita Lewis of Grand Rapids; 15 grandchildren; several great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Edna was also preceded in death by a son, Russell John Lewis; a sister, Evelyn Ott and a brother Roderick Briggs. A graveside service will be conducted, Monday, August 30, 2010, 1 p.m. at Robbins Cemetery. Following the service, family and friends will gather at the Masonic Lodge in Middleville. Memorial contributions to World Hunger will be appreciated. The family is being served by the Beeler Funeral Home in Middleville. Jon M. Allen WYOMING, MI - Jon M. Allen, age 47, of Wyoming, passed away Wednesday, August 18, 2010 at Mercy Hospital in Muskegon. He was born on November 2, 1962 in Hastings, the son of Gerry and Louella (Rohrbacher) Allen, Sr. Jon graduated from Middleville High School in 1981. He honorably served in the US Army from 1981 to 1984. Jon worked at various places that included Speedway Gas on 28th Street, Grand Rapids, Butternut Bakery, Hastings City Hall and his current position as a truck driver. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and crocheting. Jon is survived by two daughters, Samantha Allen of Ohio, Leah Allen of Hastings; parents, Gerry and Lou Allen of Freeport; three grandchildren, Madison Allen, Raelyn Salsbury and Deven Thompson; brothers, Gerry Lee Allen, Jr. of Baraga, and Randy Allen of Grand Rapids; sister, Debora (Sonny) Hartman of Hastings; and many nieces and nephews. A military honors service will be scheduled at a later date at Fort Custer National Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family by logging onto girrbachfuneralhome.net. Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net 77528585 Visit our web site for: �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 26, 2010 — Page 7 Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES How to generate retirement income — during retirement Quinns celebrated 50th wedding anniversary Dick and Mary Quinn celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 27, 2010. They were united in marriage at St. Philip Catholic Church in Battle Creek, MI. Their children are Linda Miller of Delton and Michael and Anne Quinn of Trenton, MI. They have five grandchildren. A family surprise party was held in July at their Wall Lake Home. Marriage Licenses Casey Alan Alexander, Delton and Crystal Kaye Denny, Delton. Jerry Neil Depew, Hastings and Theresa Marie Mellinger, Hastings. Clair Alan Miller, Middleville and Debbie Jo Timmer, Middleville. Andrew Carl Myers, Middleville and Jennifer Lynn Luyk, Middleville. Larry Jason Parrow, Delton and Therese Marie Opaski, Delton. Steven Edwin Perry, Jr., Wayland and Sarah Jean Ford, Wayland. McCandlishes to celebrate 25th wedding anniversary Sam and Nancy McCandlish will be celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary on Aug. 31, 2010. They were united in marriage on Aug. 31, 1985 at Tyden Park, Hastings. Their children include Amy McCandlish of Dieterich, IL, Carrie and Mike Bale of Allegan, MI and Tim and Sarah McCandlish of Norwich, CT. The couple have five grandchildren. Clinton Ernest Post, Delton and Amy Jo Barker, Delton. Michael Ray Pressler, Shelbyville and Beverly Joyce Futrell, Shelbyville. Justin Nathan Roll, Nashville and Amberlynn Barbara Mapes, Hastings. Kevin Robert Roscoe, Hastings and Cathy Louise Hurley, Hastings. Kyle David Search, Wayland and Christina Marie Beatty, Wayland. Brendan Mitchell Timmons, Plainwell and Brooke Allyson Sessums, Holland. Kyle Thomas Welter, Middleville and Lisa Kathleen Wiltrout, Middleville. Adam Joseph Windes, Hastings and Lauren Adella Hartman, Hastings. Aaron Lloyd Wolters, Wayland and Sarah Rae Young-Koval, Wayland. Adam Cornell Woodson, Battle Creek and Autumn Dawn Delacruz, Hastings. Michael Frederick Zeeff, Hastings and Heidi Jo Eberly, Hastings. RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED AMENDED MASTER PLAN AND ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENTS AT SEPTEMBER 15, 2010 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF RUTLAND, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ALL OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Rutland Charter Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at its regular meeting on September 15, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rutland Charter Township Hall located at 2461 Heath Road, within the Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan. The items to be considered at this public hearing include: 1. Proposed amendments of the existing Rutland Charter Township Master Plan adopted in 2005 to: conform with certain provisions of the Michigan Planning Enabling Act enacted in 2008; make various changes to the Future Land Use Map in Chapter 8 of the Plan; recognize as part of the Master Plan a Joint Future Land Use Plan known as the Hastings Area Plan (comprised of the City of Hastings, Rutland Charter Township, Hastings Charter Township, Carlton Township, and Barry County as participating municipalities); include new planning objectives supporting energy efficiency; and to otherwise make various minor amendments to the text of the existing Master Plan. 2. The proposed amendment of Chapter 220 (Zoning) of the Rutland Charter Township Code of ordinances to repeal in its entirety existing §220-111 pertaining to lake or stream access and keyhole development; and to add new substitute provisions to said section applicable to property in any zoning district with frontage on a waterway proposed to be developed for a new subdivision, condominium/site condominium, planned unit development, multiple-family dwelling unit development (apartment building), or any other multi-lot/unit development. The proposed substitute provisions regulate, with respect to such developmental property, what is commonly referred to as “funneling” or “keyhole” development by minimum waterway access lot frontage and depth requirements, waterway access lot use limitations pertaining to dockage/permissible buildings and structures/vehicle parking, and the prohibition of shoreline alteration and new channelization for additional development lots/units or a waterway access lot. 3. The proposed amendment of Chapter 220 (Zoning) of the Rutland Charter Township Code of ordinances to include a new section with various provisions pertaining to the “Hastings Area Overlay District” applicable to certain areas subject to an Urban Services Area Agreement, as a supplement to the requirements of the applicable underlying zoning district. 4. Such other and further matters as may properly come before the Planning Commission at the public hearing. Written comments concerning the above matters may be mailed to the Rutland Charter Township Clerk at the Rutland Charter Township Hall at any time prior to this public hearing/meeting, and may further be submitted to the Planning Commission at the public hearing/meeting. The proposed amended/updated Rutland Charter Township Master Plan (text and Future Land Use Map), the Tentative Text of the proposed Zoning Ordinance text amendments, and the existing Master Plan and Zoning Ordinance/Map, may be examined by contacting the Rutland Charter Township Clerk at the Township Hall during regular business hours on regular business days maintained by the Township offices from and after the publication of this Notice and until and including the day of the hearing/meeting, and further may be examined at the hearing/meeting. The Township Planning Commission reserves the right to modify or alter any of the proposed amendment(s) to the Master Plan and Zoning Ordinance at or following the hearing/meeting and to submit its determinations accordingly to the Township Board. Rutland Charter Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services at the meeting/hearing to individuals with disabilities, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered, upon reasonable notice to the Township. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Township Clerk as designated below. 77548798 Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Rutland Charter Township 2461 Heath Road Hastings, Michigan 49058 (269) 948-2194 Like most people, you probably save and invest throughout your working years so that you’ll be able to afford a comfortable retirement. Once you retire, you’ll want to focus on strategies to help you make the most of your retirement income — and you might want to become familiar with these ideas well before you retire. Basically, you’ll have some “must do” moves and some “think about doing” moves. Let’s take a look at the “must do” ones first: • Take the right amount of distributions from retirement plans. Once you turn 591⁄2, you may be able to take penalty-free withdrawals, or distributions, from some of your retirement accounts, such as your traditional IRA and 401(k). But once you turn 701⁄2, you generally must start taking distributions from these accounts. Your required minimum distribution, or RMD, is based on the previous year’s balance in your retirement plan and life expectancy tables. You can take more than the minimum, but you’ll want to make sure you don’t take so much that you outlive your savings. • Maximize your Social Security benefits. You can start collecting Social Security as early as 62, but if you wait until your “full” retirement age, which will probably be around 66, your monthly checks will be larger. And if you wait until after your full retirement age before you start collecting benefits, your checks can be even larger, though they’ll “top off” when you turn 70. What should you do? Start taking the money as early as possible or delay payments, waiting for bigger paydays? There’s no one right answer for everyone. To get the maximum benefits from Social Security, you’ll need to factor in your health status, family history of longevity and other sources of retirement income. Now let’s consider two moves that you may think about doing during your retirement years: • Purchase income-producing investments. Outside your IRA and 401(k), you may have other investment accounts, and inside these accounts, you’ll need a portfolio that can produce income for your retirement years. 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Christensen at 269-945-3553. TOWNSHIP OF JOHNSTOWN COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN MILL LAKE AQUATIC WEED AND PLANT CONTROL SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of the Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, having received petitions to make certain public improvements to Mill Lake consisting of the application of herbicide treatments for the eradication or control of aquatic weeds and plants, from record owners of land constituting more than 50% of the total land area in the proposed special assessment district described below, has resolved its intention to proceed on the petitions and, pursuant to Act 188 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1954, as amended, to make said Improvements in the Township. The Township Board has tentatively determined that the cost of said Improvements shall be specially assessed against each of the following described lots and parcels of land which are benefitted by the Improvements and which together comprise the following proposed special assessment district: MILL LAKE AQUATIC WEED AND PLANT CONTROL SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 The lots included within the proposed special assessment district are map appearing below the lots and parcel numbers. Lots and Parcels Numbered: 09-040-019-00 09-185-004-00 09-040-075-00 09-021-027-00 09-040-020-00 09-185-002-10 09-125-001-00 09-085-007-00 09-040-036-00 09-125-021-00 09-125-002-00 09-040-028-00 09-040-038-00 09-040-057-00 09-040-048-00 09-040-055-00 09-040-039-00 09-040-083-00 09-040-061-00 09-040-080-00 09-185-008-00 09-040-046-00 09-040-011-00 09-085-002-00 09-021-003-00 09-040-047-00 09-040-043-00 09-021-029-00 09-040-033-00 09-021-005-00 09-021-006-00 09-040-005-00 09-021-001-00 09-040-069-00 09-040-076-00 09-125-008-00 09-185-001-00 09-185-005-00 09-040-073-00 09-125-023-00 09-040-031-00 09-040-056-00 09-040-050-00 09-125-024-00 09-040-070-00 09-040-034-00 09-040-004-00 09-040-027-00 09-125-007-00 09-125-003-00 09-040-006-00 09-125-018-00 09-125-022-00 09-125-004-00 09-040-051-00 09-125-014-00 09-040-007-00 09-040-063-00 09-040-044-00 09-125-015-00 09-021-028-00 09-040-054-00 09-125-010-00 09-125-016-00 09-040-060-00 09-040-062-00 09-085-003-00 09-125-016-01 09-040-018-00 09-185-006-00 09-185-001-10 09-040-001-10 09-040-040-00 09-040-009-00 09-185-002-00 09-125-005-00 09-040-041-00 09-125-020-00 09-125-006-00 09-125-025-00 09-085-006-00 09-040-015-00 09-085-001-00 09-125-012-00 09-040-081-00 09-125-011-00 09-021-004-00 09-040-072-00 09-185-003-00 09-040-074-00 09-021-026-00 09-125-017-00 depicted on the 09-125-009-00 09-040-042-00 09-040-071-00 09-085-005-00 09-040-003-00 09-021-007-00 09-040-052-00 09-125-019-00 09-040-058-00 09-040-077-00 09-040-078-00 09-040-053-00 09-125-026-00 09-185-007-00 09-021-002-00 09-040-082-00 09-040-012-00 09-040-067-00 09-040-023-00 09-040-029-00 09-040-049-00 09-040-059-00 MAP OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT Boundary of Mill Lake Aquatic Weed and Plant Control Special Assessment District Phyllis Ferris celebrating 90th birthday Phyllis Ferris is turning 90. Come to Dan and Lyn’s at 8811 Kraft, Caledonia to help her celebrate on Sunday, Aug. 29 from 2 to 5 p.m. TAKE NOTICE that the Township Board of the Township of Johnstown will hold a public hearing on September 8, 2010, at 7:30 p.m. at the Township Hall, 13641 S. M-37 Highway, Battle Creek, Michigan, to hear and consider any objections to the petitions filed, the proposed Improvements, the proposed special assessment district, and all other matters relating to said Improvements. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that preliminary plans and estimates of cost for the Improvements are on file with the Township Clerk for public examination PROPERTY SHALL NOT BE ADDED TO THE PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND THE ORIGINAL ESTIMATE OF COST SHALL NOT BE INCREASED BY MORE THAN 10% WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE AND PUBLIC HEARING. This Notice was authorized by the Township Board of the Township of Johnstown. Dated: August 11, 2010. June Doster, Clerk Township of Johnstown 77548751 �Page 8 — Thursday, August 26, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brandon S Zalewski, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2005, and recorded on November 22, 2005 in instrument 1156594, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy And 59/100 Dollars ($131,770.59), including interest at 9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 10, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, distant South 89 degrees 57 minutes 44 seconds West 1852.62 feet from the Northeast corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 11 minutes 23 seconds East 193.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 44 seconds West 47.25 feet to the Easterly right of way line of the former Grand River Valley Railroad; thence Northerly 215.38 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 1686.00 feet, the central angle of which is 7 degrees 19 minutes 10 seconds and the chord of which bears North 26 degrees 18 minutes 45 seconds West 215.24 feet to the North line of said Section 10; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 44 seconds East 142.02 feet along said Section line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Northerly 33 feet thereof for Parmalee Road. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548440 File #331418F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert J. Stickney and Lisa A. Stickney, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 17, 2006 and recorded February 6, 2006 in Instrument Number 1159804, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eleven Thousand Three Hundred SixtySix and 10/100 Dollars ($211,366.10) including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 23, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southwest quarter of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West quarter corner of said section; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds West 845.00 feet along the West line of said section the Point of Beginning; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds East 254.98 feet parallel with the North line of said section; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds West 226.41 feet parallel with the West line of said section; thence North 89 degrees 36 minutes 22 seconds West 254.98 feet parallel with the South line of the Northwest quarter of the Southwest quarter of said section; thence North 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds East 225.93 feet along the West line of said section to the point of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress utilities and drainage as described Schedule "X". Schedule "X": an easement for ingress, egress, utilities and drainage over that part of the Southwest quarter of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: commencing at the West quarter corner of said section; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds West 825.00 feet along the West lien of said section; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds East 33.00 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds East 566.38 feet; thence Northeasterly 57.66 feet along a 59.00 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 55 degrees 59 minutes 27 seconds, and a chord bearing North 62 degrees 17 minutes 31 seconds East, 55.39 feet; thence Northwesterly, Southeasterly and Southwesterly 243.23 feet along 59.000 foot radius curve to the right, and said curve having a central angle of 236 degrees 12 minutes 28 seconds and a chord bearing South 27 degrees 35 minutes 58 seconds East 104.09 feet; thence North 89 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds West 663.93 feet; thence North 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds East 66.00 feet along the Easterly rightof-way line of Bender Road (66 feet wide) to the Point of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 26, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5972 ASAP# 3704757 08/26/2010, 77548912 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 09/16/2010 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Ted A. Zylstra, an unmarried man, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registrations Systems, Inc. (MERS) as nominee for lender, Mortgagee, dated the 4th day of June, 2008 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 10th day of June, 2008 in Liber 20080610-0006069 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Four Hundred Sixty Six and 63/100 ($115466.63), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 16th day of September, 2010 at 10:00 o’clock AM Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 4.62500% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Yankee Springs Township, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: LOT 97 AND THE EAST 1/2 OF LOT 98, PARKER’S LAKEWOOD PLAT NO. 1, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN LIBER 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 82, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 8/19/2010 BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 BOA FNMA Zylstra 77548707 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven C. Hay and Lisa D. Hay, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 20, 2007, and recorded on February 27, 2007 in instrument 1176871, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S. Bank, National Association, as successor trustee to Bank of America, N. A. as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank N. A., as Trustee for Merrill Lynch First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust, Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-2 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Seven And 27/100 Dollars ($102,197.27), including interest at 7.35% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Northeast corner of section 2, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan for place of beginning; thence West along the North section line approximately 19 rods to a point which lies 61 rods East of the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section; thence South 51 rods; thence East approximately 19 rods to the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of said section 2; thence North 51 rods to the place of beginning. Except that portion of land sole to the State Highway Commissioner of the State of Michigan as revealed by Liber 251 page 527, also Except that portion of land sold to the State Highway Commissioner of the State of Michigan as revealed by Liber 252 Page 255. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548661 File #333708F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dean A. Hughes and Heidi M. Hughes, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 23, 2001, and recorded on October 31, 2001 in instrument 1069009, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Five Hundred Forty-Three And 40/100 Dollars ($109,543.40), including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, distant North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 722.94 feet from the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 11; thence North 05 degrees 26 minutes 26 seconds West 286.50 feet along the centerline of Cobb Road; thence South 89 degrees 11 minutes 20 seconds East 688.65 feet to the Northwest corner of Lot 103 of the Plat of Fair Lake Park Annex, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 4 of Plats, on Page 63; thence South 03 degrees 48 minutes 42 seconds East 175.21 feet along the Westerly line of said plat; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 27 seconds West 26.80 feet to the Northwest corner of Lot 100 of said plat; thence South 03 degrees 43 minutes 33 seconds East 100.94 feet to the Southwest corner of Lot 99 of said plat; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 652.81 feet along the South line of Section 11 to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for ingress and egress over the Southerly 66 feet thereof. Also subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Westerly 33 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 5, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548184 File #081567F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul Zoet and Andrea Zoet, as husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated February 18, 2003, and recorded on March 14, 2003 in instrument 1099450, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twelve Thousand Eighty-Three And 46/100 Dollars ($112,083.46), including interest at 5.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of Section 12; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 1315.43 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 331.50 feet along the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 571.00 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 360.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 234.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 360.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds West 234.00 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to and together with a 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress, and utility purposes, the centerline of which is described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of Section 12, Town 4 North, Range 10 West; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 1315.43 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 364.50 feet along the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12, to the point of beginning and centerline of said 66 foot wide easement; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 66.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 168.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 555.00 feet, to the end of said 66 foot wide easement; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds West 17.00 feet to the reference point A. Also, subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utilities over a 50.00 foot radius turnaround, the radius point of which is the aforesaid reference point A. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548842 File #295566F03 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE THIS LAW FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Elbert M. Glass and Cherilynn Glass of Charles City, Virginia, Mortgagors, unto Consumers Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated the 19th day of September, 2002, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deed for the County of Kalamazoo and State of Michigan on the 21st day of October, 2002, in Liber 1089844 of Barry County Records, on Pages 1-19, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, at the date of this notice, for principal and interest, the sum of $98,291.58. And no suit or proceeding at law or in equity have been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. local time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder or bidders, for cash at the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held, of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 6.250% per annum and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises, which said premises are situated in the County of Barry, and described as follows: THE WEST 1/2 OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIPTION: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DISTANT 404 FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 30 MINUTES WEST 605 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 30 MINUTES EAST 605 FEET TO PLACE OF BEGINNING. AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Thomas R. Goggins and Amy L. Goggins, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS) as nominee for lender, Mortgagee, dated the 15th day of February, 2007 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 22nd day of February, 2007 in Liber Instrument 1176693 of Barry County Records, page 1-19, said Mortgage having been assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2007 Equifirst Loan Securitization Trust 2007-1 Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2007-1 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Two Hundred Twenty Five Thousand One Hundred Twenty One & 92/100 ($225,121.92), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 16th day of September, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 8.00% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 45, Boulder Creek Estates according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 23, Barry County Records. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 8/19/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2007 Equifirst Loan Securitization Trust 2007-1 Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2007-1 Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2007 Equifirst Loan Securitization Trust 2007-1 Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2007-1 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77548727 HE Goggins TOGETHER WITH PERPETUAL EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS BY OTHERS OVER THE NORTH 15.00 FEET OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL; THE EAST 1/2 OF THE FOLLOWING: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST; DISTANT NORTH 404 FEET NORTH TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 30’ 605 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 30’ EAST 605 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. Tax Parcel No. 08-03-013-002-50 The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 9, 2010 Gordon C. Miller (P28470) Attorney for Mortgagee DRAFTED BY: Tyren R. Cudney Lennon, Miller, O’Connor & Bartosiewicz, PLC. 900 Comerica Building Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77548527 (269) 381-8844 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kathy Roseboom, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 2, 2007, and recorded on February 21, 2007 in instrument 1176657, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Nine Hundred Forty And 67/100 Dollars ($233,940.67), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 194 feet South and 377 feet West of the Northeast corner of Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West; thence South 33 degrees 12 minutes West, 214 feet to the shore of Fine Lake; thence North 50 degrees 25 minutes West along the shore of said lake, 82 feet; thence North 31 degrees 24 minutes East, 148.55 feet; thence due East 103 feet to the place of beginning together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 50 feet in width North and South by 527 feet East and West, the Northerly line of said easement lying 144 feet South of the Northeast corner of said section. Also Commencing at a point 194 feet South and 480 feet West of the Northeast corner of said Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, thence South 31 degrees 24 minutes West, 148.55 feet to the shore of Fine Lake, thence North 50 degrees 25 minutes West, along the shore of said lake 68 feet; thence North 44 degrees 45 minutes East, 117.58 feet; thence due East, 47 feet to the place of beginning together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 50 feet in width North and South by 527 feet East and West, the Northerly line of said easement lying 144 feet South of the Northeast corner of said section. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548872 File #220890F04 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Scott R. Wolcott and Heather R. Wolcott, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store, Mortgagee, dated the 23rd day of December, 1998 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 11th day of January, 1999 in Liber Document No. 1023541 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to Wachovia Equity Servicing, LLC Successor by merger to HomEq Servicing Corporation (successor by merger to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store) on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Sixty Eight Thousand Three Hundred Fifty Nine & 59/100 ($68309.59), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 16th day of September, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 11.850% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: A parcel of Land located in the North 1/2 of Section 29, T3N, R8W, described as follows: Beginning at a point which lies South 258.08 feet and West 22.08 feet from the North 1/4 post of said section 29; thence South 2 degrees 47' 30" West 134.67 feet; thence North 87 degrees 12' 30" West 138 feet; thence North 4 degrees 39' 30" East 128.75 feet; thence South 89 degrees 45' 30" East 134 feet to the point of beginning, Barry County Records. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 8/19/2010 Wachovia Equity Servicing, LLC Successor by merger to HomEq Servicing Corporation (successor by merger to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store) Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Wachovia Equity Servicing, LLC Successor by merger to HomEq Servicing Corporation (successor by merger to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store) 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77548697 HE Wolcott �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 26, 2010 — Page 9 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on May 22, 2006, by Mary R. Pennock, a single woman, and Neal P. Rider, a single man, as joint tenants with full rights of survivorship, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (now known as Commercial Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, successor-in-interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB), whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 30, 2006, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1165272, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Sixty-Five Thousand One Hundred Forty-Eight and 17/100 ($65,148.17); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Lot 1 and the East 6 feet of Lot 2, Block 6, Chamberlain's Addition to the Village (now City) of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 7, Barry County Records. Commonly known as: 206 W. Nelson Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058-2566 Tax parcel number: 08-55-215-023-00. The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: August 11, 2010 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK, SUCCESSOR-IN- Benjamin J. Price INTERST TO MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, Attorneys for Mortgagee FSB, of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 77548736 (517) 371-8253 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Christopher P. Horning and Stephanie Joerin, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 13, 2006 and recorded September 19, 2006 in Instrument Number 1170237, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. c/o Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand Four Hundred Seventy and 91/100 Dollars ($275,470.91) including interest at 3.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 23, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the East half, Southeast quarter, Section 21, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: Beginning at the Southeast comer of said section: Thence South 89 degrees 33 minutes 15 seconds West 776.19 feet along the South line of said Southeast quarter: Thence North 00 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds East 452.13 feet: Thence North 05 degrees 51 minutes 32 seconds East 29.90 feet: Thence South 77 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds East 781.29 feet: Thence South 00 degrees 07 minutes 37 seconds East 300.00 feet along the East line of Southeast quarter to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress and egress and utility purposes as described in the "easement description". An easement for ingress, egress, utility purposes and storm water drainage over a 66 foot wide strip of land, the centerline of which is described as : That part of the East half, Southeast quarter Section 21, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said section: Thence South 89 degrees 33 minutes 15 seconds West 1323.97 feet along the South line of said Southeast quarter: Thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 49 seconds West 1318.33 feet along the West line of said East half Southeast quarter: Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 43 seconds East 261.00 feet along the North line of the South half of said Southeast quarter to the place of beginning of the centerline of said 66 foot wide easement: Thence South 00 degrees 26 minutes 17 seconds East 85.00 feet; Thence Southeasterly 43.42 feet along a 33.00 foot radius curve to the left, have a delta angle of 75 degrees 23 minutes 35 seconds, and a chord which bears South 38 degrees 08 minutes 05 seconds East 40.36 feet: Thence South 75 degrees 49 minutes 52 seconds East 287.55 feet: Thence Southeasterly 106.93 feet along a 75.00 foot radius curve to the right having a delta angle of 81 degrees 41 minutes 24 seconds and a chord which bears South 34 degrees 59 minutes 10 seconds East 98.10 feet, Thence South 05 degrees 51 minutes 32 seconds West 599.80 feet to the place of ending of said 66 foot wide easement, also over a 60 foot radius circle, the radius point of which is the above described place of ending. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 26, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 379.0171 ASAP# 3704776 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 09/16/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David Killgore and Karen Killgore, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 1, 2007, and recorded on June 4, 2007 in instrument 1181301, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ten Thousand Seven Hundred Twelve And 52/100 Dollars ($110,712.52), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land located in the Northeast 1/4 of section 11, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the center line of old M-37 which lies South 00 degrees 06 minutes 20 seconds East 433.26 feet and South 50 degrees 33 minutes 20 seconds East 1056.01 feet from the North 1/4 post of said Section 11; thence South 39 degrees 26 minutes 40 seconds West 189.0 feet; thence North 50 degrees 33 minutes 20 seconds West 217.69 feet; thence North 32 degrees 19 minutes 08 seconds East 190.47 feet to the center of said highway; thence South 50 degrees 33 minutes 20 seconds East 241.32 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548890 File #261605F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David L. Warner, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2005, and recorded on May 4, 2005 in instrument 1145915, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Three And 82/100 Dollars ($94,763.82), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast fractional 1/4 of the Northwest fractional 1/4 of Section 21, Town 2 North, range 9 West, Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, described as follows: commencing at an iron stake set in cement on the Southerly side of what was formerly Chicago, Kalamazoo, and Saginaw Railroad bed, 919 feet, Southwesterly from where the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 21 crosses said roadbed, thence Southwesterly along said roadbed 100 feet for place of beginning; thence Southeasterly 100 feet to a tile set in cement, thence Southwesterly 50 feet to a tile set in cement, thence Northwesterly 100 feet to said Chicago, Kalamazoo, and Saginaw roadbed, thence Northeasterly 50 feet to place of beginning. Also including a parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 21, commencing at a point on the approximate centerline of the old CK and S Railrod which lies South 68 degrees 40 minutes West 563 feet and South 55 degrees 50 minutes West 521.65 feet from the intersection of the centerline of old railroad grade and the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 21, thence South 25 degrees 43 minutes East 111.90 feet for the place of beginning of the land herein conveyed; thence South 25 degrees 43 minutes east 33.5 feet to the center of the road now established, being a 20 foot right of way heretofore granted by grantors herein in Quit Claim Deed recorded in Liber 369, Page 932, thence Northeasterly along the center of said roadway as now laid out to a point that said center line intrersect the extension of the Easterly line extended on its same course, of the land owned by grantees herein to the center of said roadway, thence Northwesterly on said Easterly line as extended to the Southeast corner of said grantee's land, thence 58 feet Southwesterly on the Southerly line of grantee's land to the place of beginning. Subject, however, to aforesaid recorded easement over the Southerly 10 feet thereof and hereby granting a right of way for ingress and egress over said 20 foot roadway as now laid out and established and running Southeasterly from the aforesaid CK and S railroad right of way to the said North and South 1/8 line of said Section 21. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548446 File #227855F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael L. Baadke, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 25, 2004, and recorded on November 2, 2004 in instrument 1136575, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Household Finance Corp III as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Five Thousand EightySeven And 41/100 Dollars ($145,087.41), including interest at 9.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 34 of Hilltop Estates, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, on Page 74. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548353 File #332140F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on April 25, 2005, by Ronald D. Knutson and Linda Dudda-Knutson (a/k/a Linda D. Knutson), husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (now known as Commercial Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, successor-in-interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB), whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on April 27, 2005, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1145540, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Twenty-Six Thousand Sixty-Six and 01/100 ($26,066.01); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HOPE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at the North 1/8 post of the Southeast fractional › of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, thence South 550 feet, thence East 306.01 feet, thence North 65 degrees 12 minutes East, 511.80 feet for a point of beginning, thence North 80 degrees 55 minutes East 63.08 feet; thence South 68 degrees 57 minutes East 200.65 feet, thence South 51 degrees 59 minutes West 136.23 feet, thence North 44 degrees 09 minutes West 204 feet to the place of beginning; ALSO the Southwesterly š of the following described parcel: Beginning at a point which lies 550 feet due South 824.39 feet due East and 247.93 feet North 51 degrees 59 minutes East from the Northwest corner of the Northeast › of the Southeast › of said Section 34, thence North 64 degrees 24 minutes West 200.65 feet, thence North 46 degrees 36 minutes East 31.06 feet; thence South 64 degrees 24 minutes East 209.37 feet, thence South 51 degrees 59 minutes West 34.97 feet to the point of beginning; And Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Northeast › of the Southeast › of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan, and running thence South 550 feet along the East 1/8 line of said section, also being the West line of a 30 foot easement; thence East 306.01 feet along the South line of said 30 foot easement; thence North 65 degrees 12 minutes East, 511.63 feet along the Southeasterly line of said 30 foot easement the true place of beginning of this description; thence South 44 degrees 09 minutes East 204 feet; thence South 51 degrees 59 minutes West 161.69 feet; thence North 29 degrees 01 minutes West 230.07 feet; thence North 65 degrees 12 minutes East 106.73 feet to the place of beginning, TOGETHER with rights if ingress and egress to Harrington Road over the above described easement and rights of ingress and egress over easement 30 feet in width adjoining the Southeasterly and Southwesterly sides of the above described parcel. Commonly known as: 3188 Perch Point Dr., Delton, Michigan 49046 Tax parcel number: 08-07-034-017-00. The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: August 11, 2010 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK, SUCCESSOR-IN- Benjamin J. Price INTERST TO MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, Attorneys for MortgageeFSB, of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 77548746 (517) 371-8253 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Joel Lynn Keyzer and Shelly Keyzer, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 11817 BONIFACE POINT DRIVE, PLAINWELL, MI 49080 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-539-7400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Joel Lynn Keyzer and Shelly Keyzer also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738 (Tel). Pub Date: August 26, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 77548851 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Angela Jo Smith and Henry Bouthiette and Christine Bouthiette 3133 Heath Road Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: August 26, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 671.0292 ASAP# 3704929 08/26/2010 77548922 NOTICE TO FORECLOSURE SALE STEPHEN L. LANGELAND, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR, ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE; PLEASE CONTACT US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has occurred in a mortgage made by, Gregory L. Wilson and Karen S. Wilson, to First Community Federal Credit Union dated May 10, 2000 and recorded on May 16, 2000 at Document No. 1044354 Barry County Records. No proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt, secured by the mortgage or any part thereof and the amount now claimed to be due on the debt is $105,948.40. The Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the property at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on September 2, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., local time, at the East entrance, Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the Mortgage, together with interest at 5.80 % per annum, legal costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes or insurance or other advances and expenses due under mortgage or permitted under Michigan law. The property to be sold is described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 Post of Section 8, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence South 01 degrees 21’ 00” East along the North and South 1/4 line of said section, 1320.96 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50’ 00” East along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 8, a distance of 813.47 feet; thence South 37 degrees 13’ 48” East 95.34 feet; thence South 34 degrees 25’ 30” East 112.31 feet; thence South 39 degrees 29’ 34” East, 62.81 feet; thence South 40 degrees 47’ 17” East, 176.21 feet; thence South 42 degrees 14’ 35” East, 360.00 feet; thence South 52 degrees 43’ 27” East, 119.55 feet to the true place of beginning; thence North 34 degrees 54’ 04” East, 102.82 feet to a traverse line along the Shore of Pleasant Lake; thence South 63 degrees 42’ 41” East, along said traverse line 54.00 feet to the end of said traverse line; thence South 36 degrees 38’ 32” West, 113.03 feet; thence North 52 degrees 43’ 27” West, 50.00 feet to the place of beginning. Intending to include all land between the above described traverse line and the waters edge of Pleasant Lake. Granting the following easements pursuant to Barry County Circuit Court order dated February 9, 1987 to parties described therein. Easement 1: An easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 30 feet wide described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 8, Town 1, North, Range 9 West; thence South 01 degrees 21’ 00” East along the North and South 1/4 line of said section 1320.96 feet to the place of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 50’ 00” East along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of said section 8, a distance of 813.47 feet; thence South 37 degrees 13’ 48” East 37.76 feet; thence North 89 degrees 50’ 00” West 835.61 feet to said North and South 1/4 line; thence North 01 degrees 21’ 00” West along said 1/4 line 30.01 feet to the place of beginning. Easement 2: An easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 16.50 feet wide described as: commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 8, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence South 01 degrees 21’ 00” East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 1320.96 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50’ 00” East along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section 8, a distance of 813.47 feet: thence South 37 degrees 13’ 48” East 37.76 feet to the true place of beginning; Thence South 37 degrees 13’ 48” East 57.57 feet; thence South 34 degrees 25’ 30” East 112.31 feet; thence South 39 degrees 29’ 34” East 62.81 feet; thence South 40 degrees 47’ 17” East 176.21 feet; thence South 42 degrees 14’ 35” East 360.00 feet; thence South 52 degrees 43’ 26” East 269.55 feet; thence South 59 degrees 00’ 18” East 200.00 feet; thence South 43 degrees 36’ 32” West 16.91 feet; thence North 59 degrees 00’ 18” West 197.21 feet; thence North 52 degrees 43’ 26” West 271.97 feet; thence North 42 degrees 14’ 35” West 361.65 feet; thence North 40 degrees 47’ 17” West 176.67 feet; thence North 39 degrees 29’ 34” West 63.73 feet; thence North 34 degrees 25’ 30” West 112.64 feet; thence North 37 degrees 13’ 48” West 69.78 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50’ 00” East 20.76 feet to the true place of beginning. Located in Barry County, Michigan Which has the address of: 11377 S. Westshore Drive, Delton, MI 49046. During the six months immediately following the sale the property may be redeemed, unless determined to be abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.324(a), in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Date: June 21, 2010 First Community Federal Credit Union By: Stephen L. Langeland (P32583) Stephen L. Langeland, P.C. Attorney at Law 6146 W. Main Street, Suite C Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77548241 269/382-3703 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Leonard E Graff, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 27, 2004, and recorded on September 3, 2004 in instrument 1133481, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Eight Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-One And 31/100 Dollars ($148,791.31), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 181.50 feet along the South line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 1137.73 feet along said South line; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 192.00 feet along the East line of the West 1/2 of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 100.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 600.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 98.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 6.00 feet; thence North 72 degrees 35 minutes 41 seconds East 92.11 feet along the centerline of Guernsey Lake Road; thence Northwesterly 165.64 feet along said centerline along a 135.00 foot radius curve to the left; the chord of which bears North 37 degrees 26 minutes 38 seconds East 155.45 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds East 213.90 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 300.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds East 441.70 feet; thence South 00 degrees 41 minutes 18 seconds East 622.01 feet along the West line of the East 676.5 feet of said Southeast 1/4; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds East 495.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 41 minutes 18 seconds East 627.00 feet to the place of beginning. Parcel is subject to easements, restrictions and right of ways of record. Parcel 2: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 1319.23 feet along the South line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 192.00 feet along the East line of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 100.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 600.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 98.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 6.0 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 214.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds East 198.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds East 63.00 feet along the East line of the West 1/2 of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 13.90 feet; thence Southwesterly 165.64 feet along the centerline of Guernsey Lake Road along a 135.00 foot radius curve to the right, the chord of which bears South 37 degrees 26 minutes 38 seconds West 155.45 feet; thence South 72 degrees 35 minutes 41 seconds West 92.11 feet along said centerline to the place of beginning. Parcel is subject to easements, restrictions and right of ways of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548938 File #254157F02 �Page 10 — Thursday, August 26, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robin S. Wilbur, married to Jason Wilbur, wife and husband, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 17, 2005 and recorded December 6, 2005 in Instrument Number 1157267, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-BNC 1 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Two Thousand Seven Hundred Nineteen and 49/100 Dollars ($92,719.49) including interest at 8.2% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 9, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel A: Lot 37 of Supervisor's Plat of the Village of Praireville, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 74. Parcel B: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Lot 37 of Supervisor's Plat of the Village of Praireville, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 74 for a Place of Beginning; thence East 55.25 feet; thence South 85 feet; thence West 55.25 feet to the Southeast corner of said Lot 37; thence North 85 feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 12, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 209.7295 ASAP# 3687436 08/12/2010, 77548487 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Deborah S. Massimino, married and Anthony Massimino, married, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated May 8, 2006, and recorded on May 19, 2006 in instrument 1164854, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Three And 86/100 Dollars ($174,903.86), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 222 feet of the following: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 9, Town 1 North, Range 7 West; thence North 350 feet; thence West 1220 feet; thence South 350 feet; thence East 1220 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548469 File #332693F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mary R. Swartz, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 8, 2004, and recorded on June 15, 2004 in instrument 1129299, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Two Thousand One Hundred Fifty-Two And 16/100 Dollars ($62,152.16), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 52, Bryanwood Estates No. 2, according to the recorded plat in Document No. 1029802, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548646 File #333042F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on February 23, 2007 by LAK Properties, LLC, Miava M. Gravelyn, not personally but as Trustee of the Miava Gravelyn Trust Under a Trust Agreement Dated July 8, 1999, and Miava M. Gravelyn, collectively Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on March 6, 2007 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1177175. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Three Hundred Three Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Four and 97/100 Dollars ($303,854.97), including interest at 7.250% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, September 9, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Lot 5, Pioneer Farm Subdivision, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 34, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan. More commonly known as 9430 Springcreek Court, Middleville, Michigan The redemption period shall be six months from the date of the sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank Dated: August 3, 2010 By: Is/Rachel J.Foster Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 269-226-2982 77548266 KZ DOCS 24581 lvl 36177.127 NOTICE The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Agriculture Preservation Board; Agriculture Interest Position. Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; or www.barrycounty.org; and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on September 6, 2010. Contact 269-0945-1284 for 77549191 more information. CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS The City of Hastings, Michigan is soliciting bids for the provision of two (2) new Refuse and Leaf Loader Buckets. Specifications are available from the Office of the Hastings City Clerk. The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered. Bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 9:00 AM, on Tuesday September 7, 2010 at which time they shall be opened and read aloud. Bids must be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package - “Model Year 2010 Refuse and Leaf Loader Buckets”. 77548931 Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tyla J. McCoy and Johnny R. McCoy, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Flagstar Bank, FSB, Mortgagee, dated June 27, 2001, and recorded on July 6, 2001 in instrument 1062585, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, a New Jersey Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Three Thousand Four Hundred Ninety And 39/100 Dollars ($93,490.39), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 2/3 of Lot 109 of the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548897 File #002447F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary Lee Lake, a married man and Catherine M. Lake, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 28, 2006, and recorded on May 10, 2006 in instrument 200605100006133, and modified by agreement dated February 18, 2009, and recorded on March 6, 2009 in instrument 200903060002081, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Seven Thousand Three Hundred FiftyFour And 29/100 Dollars ($177,354.29), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Section 9, Town 1 North, Range 7 West; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 1073.00 feet along the East line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 35 minutes 39 seconds West 253.00 feet parallel with the South line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 442.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 35 minutes 39 seconds East 73.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 12.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 35 minutes 39 seconds East 180.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 430.00 feet along the East line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 5, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548236 File #237597F03 NOTICE 77548719 The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the following Boards and Commissions: Road Commission, General Board Position Parks & Recreation, Citizen at Large Commission on Aging Board, General Board Position Charlton Park Village & Museum Board, Citizen at Large Building Authority, General Board Position The Hastings City/Barry County Airport Commission is seeking applicants to serve on the: Airport Commission, Member at Large Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings, (269) 945-1284, and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on August 30, 2010 CITY OF HASTINGS PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Hastings seeks candidates for appointment to boards and committees. There are current openings on the Downtown Development Authority, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Cable Access Committee. Interested persons are encouraged to apply for appointment by completing an application form available at City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings. The deadline to complete an application is Wednesday, September 8, 2010. 77548924 Thomas Emery City Clerk NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Trust In the Matter of Nellie Hubka Trust under Agreement dated February 10, 2005. Date of birth: November 22, 1923. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Nellie Hubka, Trustee, who lived at 690 W. Main St., #151, Middleville, Michigan died June 22, 2010, leaving the above Trust entitled “Nellie Hubka” in full force and effect. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the decedent or against the Trust will be forever barred unless presented to George Hubka, 3691 Bristol Oaks, Dowling, Michigan 49050 or Inez M. Hubka, 3691 Bristol Oaks, Dowling, Michigan 49050 Successor Co-Trustees, within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 8-26-10 George Hubka 3691 Bristol Oaks Dowling, MI 49050 Inez M. Hubka 3691 Bristol Oaks 77548868 Dowling, MI 49050 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Craig Hardy, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 29, 2006, and recorded on January 12, 2007 in instrument 1174924, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Three Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Two And 26/100 Dollars ($83,862.26), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 50 feet of Lot 1, Block 7, of Bennett and Kenfields Addition to the City, Formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 3, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548702 File #317893F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Larry D. Dockter and Melissa P. Dockter, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 26, 2005, and recorded on May 31, 2005 in instrument 1147391, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Four Hundred Five And 59/100 Dollars ($94,405.59), including interest at 8.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 1/2 of Lots 16 and 17 of O.A. Phillips Addition, to the Village of Nashville, according to the Recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548671 File #333240F01 SYNOPSIS RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING AUGUST 11, 2010 -7:30 P.M. Regular meeting called to order and Pledge of Allegiance. Present: Flint, Greenfield, Bellmore, Hanshaw, Hawthorne, Lee, Carr Approved the Agenda as presented. Approved the Consent Agenda with removal of the Treasurer's report. Reappointed Patty Hard to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Approved the processing of a PA 116 application. Accepted the Treasurer's report. Adopted Resolution #2010-126, approving a Liquor License Transfer. Meeting Adjourned at 8:04 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Attested to by, Jim Carr, Supervisor 77548789 www.rutlandtownship.org SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by GREGORY A. WRIGHT, AN UNMARRIED MAN, to EXCHANGE FINANCIAL CORPORATION, Mortgagee, dated April 29, 2002, and recorded on June 7, 2002, in Document No. 1080148, and assigned by said mortgagee to MICHIGAN STATE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Five Dollars and Eighty-Eight Cents ($66,325.88), including interest at 5.750% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on September 16, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 21, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 21; THENCE NORTH 105 RODS FOR THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 10 RODS; THENCE EAST 40 RODS; THENCE SOUTH 10 RODS; THENCE WEST 40 RODS TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 5, 2010 MICHIGAN STATE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77548502 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage (hereinafter Mortgage) and Note and Disclosure Statement (hereinafter Note) made by John A. Eichenauer and Sandra Eichenauer, Husband and Wife (hereinafter Mortgagors), whose address is 6923 Shoreline Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046 (or 6543 Colgrove, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49048) to Access First Federal Credit Union f/k/a/ Kalamazoo Postal Federal Credit Union (hereinafter Mortgagee) whose address is 52800 North Main, Mattawan, Michigan 49071, which Mortgage is dated January 21, 2004, and recorded on February 17, 2004, in the Barry County Register of Deeds, State of Michigan, at Instrument No. 1122296. As of July 29, 2010, the amount due under the Mortgage, made by Mortgagors in favor of Mortgagee, is the sum of Forty Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Five and 05/100 ($40,965.05) Dollars, which includes interest as provided under the Note as 11.75% per annum, to the extent that such interest is allowable under the Mortgage, the related Loan Documents (hereinafter Loan Documents), and under Michigan law. This sum will increase as additional interest, costs, expenses, and attorneys fees accrue under the Loan Documents and which are permitted under Michigan law after the date set forth above. Under the power of sale contained in the Mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that the Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises at public sale to the highest bidder at the East steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058, that being the place of the holding of the Circuit Court for Barry County, State of Michigan, on Thursday, September 2, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. The premises subject to the Mortgage which is being sold is located at 6923 Shoreline Drive, Delton, Michigan 49046, located in the Township of Barry, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and legally described as follows: Lot 22 of Popular Beach #2, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 31, Barry County records. Tax ID No. 08-03-150-019-00. The redemption period shall be SIX (6) MONTHS from the date of the foreclosure sale, unless the premises is determined to be abandoned under MCLA§600.3241a in which case the redemption may be shortened to thirty (30) days. Date: July 29, 2010 MORTGAGEE: Access First Federal Credit Union f/k/a/ Kalamazoo Postal Federal Credit Union 52800 North Main Mattawan, MI 49071 Drafted by: Jeffrey D. Swenarton Attorney for Mortgagee Kreis, Enderle, Hudgins & Borsos, P.C. P.O. Box 4010 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49003-4010 Phone: (269) 324-3000 77547916 Fax: (269) 324-3010 NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held Aug. 24, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77548804 �NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to William M Dawe and Brenda S Dawe, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 9340 S Altman Rd, Dowling, MI 49050-9794. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 20, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 20, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548795 File # 338653F01 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Heather Quada (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 11125 Case Rd, Bellevue, MI 49021. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of August 20, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after August 20, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. August 20, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77548856 Hastings, MI 49058 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Joseph Huebner and Teresa Huebner, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1025 N Michigan Ave, Hastings, MI 49058-1214. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 20, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 20, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548854 File # 338425F01 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Randall and Deborah Murphy (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 8514 S M-37 Hwy, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of August 19, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after August 19, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. August 19, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77548848 Hastings, MI 49058 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott Tava aka Scott A. Tava, a married man, to Source One Mortgage Services Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 11, 1997 and recorded August 18, 1997 in Instrument Number 1000423, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by GMAC Mortgage, LLC fka GMAC Mortgage Corporation by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Three and 35/100 Dollars ($56,943.35) including interest at 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 2, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 11 of Market Street Plat, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 89. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 5, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 280.6280 ASAP# 3678618 08/05/2010, 77548246 08/12/2010, 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dawn Seelye, a married woman and Paul D. Seelye, her husband, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 13, 2007 and recorded April 25, 2007 in Instrument Number 1179733, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-One and 64/100 Dollars ($108,791.64) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land lying in the Southwest quarter of Section 15, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West quarter corner of said Section; thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes West 658.04 feet along the West line of said Section to the Place of Beginning of this description; thence continuing South 0 degrees 00 minutes West 220.0 feet along said West line; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 31 seconds East 987.38 feet along the North line of the South 440 feet of the Northwest quarter of said Southwest quarter; thence North 0 degrees 06 minutes 25 seconds East 220.0 feet along the East line of the West 3/4 of the Northwest quarter of said Southwest quarter; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 31 seconds West 987.79 feet along the North line of the South 660 feet of the Northwest quarter of said Southwest quarter to the Place of Beginning. Subject to a right of way for Engle Road over the West 33 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 19, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5796 ASAP# 3696198 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010, 77548687 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicole F. Braunschneider and Harold Mattox, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 14, 2007, and recorded on April 2, 2007 in instrument 1178196, and modified by Affidavit or Order received by and recorded, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Three Thousand Six Hundred Fifteen And 41/100 Dollars ($203,615.41), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that part of Lot B, Crooked Lake Summer Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof, described as commencing at the Southwest corner of said Lot B, running thence Northwesterly along the Westerly line of said Lot 41.39 feet; thence East parallel with the South line of said Lot 93.6 feet; thence Southeasterly parallel with the course 40 feet to the South line of said Lot, thence West on the South line of said Lot B, 83.15 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548482 File #332391F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles Harvath aka Charles Harvath III and Roberta Harvath husband and wife, joint tenancy with full rights of survivorship, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 27, 2007, and recorded on March 29, 2007 in instrument 1178063, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Nationstar Mortgage LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Thirty-Four And 97/100 Dollars ($100,034.97), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 8 of Block 31 of the Eastern Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548678 File #327155F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jacob P. Vincent, a single man and Andrea M. Thornton, a single woman, to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Mortgagee, dated June 9, 2006 and recorded June 13, 2006 in Instrument Number 1165949, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Chase Home Finance LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Four and 45/100 Dollars ($108,874.45) including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 9, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 30, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, Distant North 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds East, 88.00 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section 30; thence North 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds East, 290.02 feet along said East line thence North 89 degrees 41 minutes 23 seconds West, 51.17 feet to the Westerly right of way line of state highway M-43; thence North 86 degrees 53 minutes 13 seconds West, 213.11 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds West, 305.97 feet; thence North 89 degrees 06 minutes 43 seconds East, 264.00 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 30 to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes for state highway M-43 as recorded in Liber 271 on Page 399 and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 12, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.8166 ASAP# 3687444 08/12/2010, 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010 77548492 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy R. Peake aka Randall R. Peake, A single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 20, 2002, and recorded on January 2, 2003 in instrument 1094688, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Five Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Three And 24/100 Dollars ($75,643.24), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Except the South 280 feet thereof, together with an easement for ingress and egress over and across the West 66 feet of said South 280 feet. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548666 File #319471F02 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jessica L. Lewis, a single person of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to PNC Mortgage, a division of PNC Bank, successor by merger to National City Mortgage, a division of National City Bank dated the 29th day of April, A.D. 2008, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 2nd day of May, A.D. 2008, in Instrument #20080502-0004765 of Barry Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $152,844.09 (one hundred fifty-two thousand eight hundred forty-four and 09/100) plus accrued interest at 5.500% (five point five zero zero) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 23rd day of September, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Village of Middleville, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry and State of Michigan: Lot 59, ROLLING ESTATES NO. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Instrument #1155529, Barry County Records. Commonly known as: 561 Oak Meadow Drive PPN: 41-135-059-00 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 WWR# 10040091 77548943 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dennis H Visser and Jodi H Visser, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Paul A Getzin & Lynn M Getzin dba West Michigan Financial Services, Mortgagee, dated August 4, 2003, and recorded on August 25, 2003 in instrument 1111767, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Nationstar Mortgage LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ten Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Two And 99/100 Dollars ($110,852.99), including interest at 4.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West: Described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Said Section 34; Thence North 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West on the West line of said Section 1003.00 feet to the place of beginning; Thence continuing North 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West on said West line 210.00 feet; Thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East at right angles to said West line 208.00 feet; Thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West parallel with said West line 210.00 feet; Thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 208.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548714 File #332676F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Frederic J. Saint Amour, II, A Married Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 4, 2005, and recorded on October 10, 2005 in instrument 1154234, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-Six And 97/100 Dollars ($103,556.97), including interest at 4.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of Craig-Garwood Plat, thence North 1 Degrees 44 Minutes East 150 Feet to the Point of Beginning, thence South 88 Degrees 16 Minutes East 83 Feet, thence North 48 Degrees 14 Minutes East 125, Thence North 1 Degrees 44 Minutes East 207.3 Feet, thence North 40 Degrees 16 Minutes West 33 Feet to a Point in the center of Hammond Road, thence in a South and West Direction to the Point of Beginning, being the Southeast 1/4 fo Section 1, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 5, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548178 File #287197F04 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHERYL A. SPENCER SIGNED AS CHERYL ANN SPENCER, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN and IONA M. WALLACE, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 23, 2005, and recorded on June 30, 2005, in Document No. 1148800, and re-recorded on September 9, 2005 in Instrument No. 1152532 and re-recorded on 10/07/2005 in Instrument No. 1154029 and rerecorded on 11/04/2005 in Instrument No. 1155711 Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Nine Thousand Two Hundred Fourteen Dollars and Sixty Cents ($169,214.60), including interest at 6.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on September 9, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THAT PART OF THE EAST 1 / 2 OF THE EAST 1 / 2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 5, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE EAST 1 / 4 POST OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 34 SECONDS WEST ON THE EAST SECTION LINE 925.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 07 MINUTES 39 SECONDS WEST PARALLEL TO THE EAST AND WEST QUARTER LINE 671.62 FEET; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 19 SECONDS WEST ON THE EAST LINE OF COTTAGE DRIVE AS PLATTED 400.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 07 MINUTES 39 SECONDS EAST PARALLEL TO THE EAST AND WEST 1 / 4 LINE 669.27 FEET TO THE EAST SECTION LINE; THENCE SOUTH 02 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 34 SECONDS EAST ON SAID EAST SECTION LINE 400.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 4, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 77548522 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Gary Groff and Cynthia Groff, husband and wife, of 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, and Bond Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Michigan, whose address is 2007 Eastern, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49507, dated February 19, 2009, and recorded on February 26, 2009 in Instrument No. 20090226-0001751 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, which mortgage has been assigned to Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 25, 2009 and recorded on July 2, 2009 with the Barry County Register of Deeds in Instrument No. 200907020006870, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of Fifty Five Thousand Six Hundred Nineteen Dollars and Ninety Six Cents ($55,619.96), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 16.85% and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the said debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on September 30, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., the undersigned will sell at the East door of the County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon said Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in said mortgage located in the Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan and which are described as follows: The East 50 feet of Lot 1 and the Westerly 25 feet of Lot 2 of Vogt’s Addition to Jordon Lake, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 102, Barry County Records. PP: # 15-105-001-00 which is commonly known as 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849. The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 DATED: August 17, 2010 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa, N.W. Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77548828 (616) 458-1315 �Page 12 — Thursday, August 26, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by NICHOLAS A. WEBB, A SINGLE MAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated July 11, 2008, and recorded on July 25, 2008, in Document No. 20080725-0007575, Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred One Thousand Nine Hundred Two Dollars and Seventy-Nine Cents ($101,902.79), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on September 2, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 15 AND THE EAST 1 / 2 OF LOT 14, THORNTON ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 3, PAGE 72 OF PLATS, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: July 30, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77548253 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Keith Nelson, a single person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 8, 2005, and recorded on February 23, 2005 in instrument 1141762, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S Bank National Association, as Trustee of Harborview 2005-13 Trust Fund as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Nine And 46/100 Dollars ($251,259.46), including interest at 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3, Ridgeview, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Liber 6, Page 32. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548933 File #204424F04 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darren P. McKinstry and Brook L. McKinstry Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage Services Co, Mortgagee, dated March 8, 2002, and recorded on March 14, 2002 in instrument 1076562, and assigned by said Mortgagee to National City Mortgage Co. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Two Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty-Four And 05/100 Dollars ($62,834.05), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 6 and 7, Block E, Pleasant Shores, according to the Recorded Plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 59. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548885 File #334760F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Steven L Williams, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1321 S Hanover St, Hastings, MI 49058-2542. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 24, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 24, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548927 File # 241882F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Benjamin J. Christie, a married man and Andrea R. Christie, a married woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 16, 2005 and recorded January 13, 2006 in Instrument Number 1158918, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Eight and 97/100 Dollars ($96,998.97) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 9, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6 of Block 10 of Samuel Roush's addition to the Village of Freeport, according to the recorded Plat thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 12, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5725 ASAP# 3687473 08/12/2010, 08/19/2010, 77548497 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert A. Churchill and Adrianne L. Churchill, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 23, 2003, and recorded on July 16, 2003 in instrument 1108704, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand One Hundred Forty-Four And 38/100 Dollars ($79,144.38), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 20, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, Woodland Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as beginning at a point on the South Section line North 88 degrees 08 minutes 15 seconds West 880.65 feet from the Southeast corner of Section 20; thence North 88 degrees 08 minutes 15 seconds West 220.00 feet along the South Section line; thence North 02 degrees 34 minutes 57 seconds East 231.00 feet, thence South 88 degrees 08 minutes 15 seconds East 220.00 feet, thence South 02 degrees 34 minutes 57 seconds West 231.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548880 File #334040F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Nicole Ray, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 8611 Anchor Dr, Delton, MI 49046-7678. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 24, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 24, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548895 File # 338966F01 MORTGAGE SALE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Default has occurred in a mortgage made by Bonnie G. Backhus and James T. Thwaites, husband and wife, to First National Bank of America, dated August 7, 2006 and recorded on August 8, 2006 in Document 1168339, Barry County records. The mortgage holder has begun no proceedings to recover any part of the debt, which is now $159,717.05. The mortgage will be foreclosed by a public sale of the property on September 23, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., at the place of the Circuit Court in Barry County, Michigan. The property will be sold to pay the amount then due on the mortgage, together with interest at 13.95 per cent, foreclosure costs, attorney fees, and also any taxes and insurance that the mortgage holder pays before the sale. The property is located in Prairieville Township, Barry County, Michigan, and is described in the mortgage as: A parcel of land in the East fractional 1/4 of Section 1, Town 1 North, Range 10 West, described as beginning at the Southwest corner of Bayview Resort according to the recorded plat thereof; thence North 00º 26 minutes East 116.1 feet; thence South 70º 32 minutes West 120 feet for the place of beginning; thence South 70º 32 minutes West 331.32 feet; thence South 19º 28 minutes East 140.3 feet; thence North 54º 25 minutes East 147.92 feet; thence North 68º 11 minutes East 71.45 feet; thence North 74º 23 minutes East 80.4 feet; thence North 00º 54 minutes East 107.5 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period will be six months from the date of sale; but if the property is abandoned, the redemption period will be one month from the date of sale. Date: August 18, 2010 Joseph B. Backus, attorney for mortgage holder P.O. Box 794, East Lansing, MI 48826 77548807 517-337-1617 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kenneth E Jackson, and A Marie Jackson, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 8, 2007, and recorded on June 19, 2007 in instrument 1181895, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Four Thousand Five Hundred Eighteen And 35/100 Dollars ($164,518.35), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 11, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of Section 11; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 1319.03 feet along the South line of Section 11; thence North 00 degrees 46 minutes 40 seconds West 233.46 feet; thence North 13 degrees 34 minutes 20 seconds East 985.63 feet along the centerline of Whitneyville Road to the point of beginning of this description; continuing thence North 13 degrees 34 minutes 20 seconds East 256.70 feet along the centerline of Whitneyville Road (100 feet wide); thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 200 feet; thence South 13 degrees 34 minutes 20 seconds West 287.63 feet; thence North 81 degrees 08 minutes 00 seconds West 195.07 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548509 File #267248F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Veronica S. Lovelace, original mortgagor(s), to America's Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated November 22, 1999, and recorded on November 23, 1999 in instrument 1038364, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eight And 17/100 Dollars ($63,608.17), including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 56, Lynden Johncock Plat No. 1 as recorded in liber 3 of Plats, page 93, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548333 File #335724F01 NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS OF BARRY COUNTY Notice is hereby given that the Barry County Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a public hearing for the following: Case Number V-3-2010 - Harold * Florence Husa. Location: 11015 Pennock Lane, in Section 4 of Barry Twp. Purpose: Requesting a variance to construct a 16x32-ft detached garage that would be 5-ft from the road right of way, the minimum is 20-ft; in the RL zoning district. MEETING DATE: September 14, 2010. TIME: 7:30 p.m. PLACE: Community Room, Courts & Law Building at 206 West Court St., Hastings, MI. Site inspections of the above described property(ies) will be completed by the Zoning Board of Appeals members before the day of the hearing. Interested persons desiring to present their views upon an appeal either verbally or in writing will be given the opportunity to be heard at the above mentioned time and place. Any written response may be mailed to the address listed below or faxed to (269) 948-4820. The variance application(s) is/are available for public inspection at the Barry County Planning Office, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 during the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed between 12-1 p.m.), Monday thru Friday. Please call the Planning Office at (269) 9451290 for further information. The County of Barry will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon ten (10) days notice to the County of Barry. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the County of Barry by writing or calling the following: Michael Brown, County Administrator, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058, (269) 945-1284. 77548792 Pamela Jarvis, Barry County Clerk THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David E. Holes, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 1, 2004 and recorded May 5, 2004 in Instrument Number 1126979, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by GMAC Mortgage, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-Three and 96/100 Dollars ($103,773.96) including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 35, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, distant West 305.04 feet from the Northeast corner of Section 35; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 05 seconds West 714.00 feet; thence West 354.96 feet; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 05 seconds East 97.00 feet; thence West 387.70 feet; thence North 15 degrees 35 minutes 43 seconds East 640.58 feet to the North line of Section 35; thence East 571.00 feet to the Place of Beginning. Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 19, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 618.5620 ASAP# 3696217 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010, 77548692 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jason A. Devore, a single man and Amber L. Stevens, a single woman, to PNC Mortgage, fka National City, a division of PNC Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 6, 2006 and recorded September 12, 2006 in Instrument Number 1169864, and Affidavit of Re-Recording on 12/28/2006 in Instrument Number 1174419, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Three Hundred and 65/100 Dollars ($121,300.65) including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 23, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 63, Misty Ridge Number 3, part of the Northeast quarter and Northwest quarter, Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 53 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 26, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 401.0680 ASAP# 3704791 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 09/16/2010 77548907 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Jeffrey and Susan Otto (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 12917 Cutler Cove Rd, Wayland, MI 49348. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of August 23, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after August 23, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. August 23, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77548878 Hastings, MI 49058 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Claudia G Lenartz fka Caludia G White, a married woman, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated May 7, 2003, and recorded on July 3, 2003 in instrument 1107832, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chemical Bank f/k/a Chemical Bank West as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy And 86/100 Dollars ($127,870.86), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Southeat 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of section 35, Town 3 north, Range 9 West, Rutland township, Barry county, Michigan, Except the North 800 feet of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 35, Town 3 North, Range 9 West Rutland township, Barry county, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 35, Town 3 North, Range 9 West Thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 37 seconds West, 1307.57 feet along the North-South 1/4 line of said Section 35 to the place of beginning, thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 37 seconds West 800.01 feet along said North-South 1/4 line; thence south 89 degrees 46 minutes 38 seconds West, 1325.41 feet, thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 45 seconds East 800.02 feet along the West line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, thence north 89 degrees 46 mintues 38 seconds East, 1324.45 feet along the North line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548917 File #258525F02 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 26, 2010 — Page 13 Farm workers need to sow seeds for retirement by Vonda VanTil Social Security Public Affairs Specialist If you are a farm worker, you are likely very busy right now. As you cultivate a bountiful harvest, we at Social Security want to remind all farmers to help cultivate future retirement and disability protection for any farm workers hired. Most farm workers are covered by Social Security, but only if the employer reports the wages — which is a legal obligation. By reporting farm workers’ wages and paying Social Security taxes, you can help ensure they earn valuable Social Security retirement, disability and survivor’s protection. Some farmers try to rationalize that farm workers are independent contractors, in which case the worker must pay self-employment tax and the employer has no tax obligation. However, if people are working under a farm owner’s direction and control, they can- not be considered independent contractors. They are employees, and their wages must be reported to Social Security. Some farmers hire “crew leaders” to manage their farm workers and to handle their wage–reporting responsibilities. In these cases, the crew leader is often considered the “employer” of the farm worker and has the responsibility for submitting wage reports. The most important thing to remember is what you probably know better than anyone else: folks reap only what they sow. Farm workers won’t be able to reap the Social Security benefits they are due unless their work and wages are reported to us. Vonda VanTil is the public affairs specialist for West Michigan. You can write her c/o Social Security Administration, 50 College SE, Grand Rapids MI 49503 or via e-mail at vonda.vantil@ssa.gov. POLICE BEAT Intruders make a lot of work for nothing Barry County Sheriff Deputies responded to a possible burglary in progress Aug. 16 after a caller heard an alarm coming from Mullenhurst Golf Course, in Orangeville Township and saw people fleeing from the clubhouse. A dark-colored station wagon, possibly Chevrolet, was seen traveling east on Mullen Road toward Lindsey Road. When deputies arrived, they found the rear door of the clubhouse pried open. After entering the building deputies, also found a cash register and cupboards forcibly opened. The owner said no money or property was taken. The ruined entry door was valued at $800. The case is open pending investigation. Bad becomes worse behavior Hastings Police responded to a disorderly conduct complaint on North Michigan Avenue Aug. 21. Officers spoke to the caller who had asked a man to leave the premises for acting inappropriately. The man had left prior to the officers arriving, but was located at North Jefferson and Apple streets. As officers spoke with the 27-year-old Hastings man, he became belligerent and began yelling obscenities. He was arrested for disorderly conduct. Alcohol appears to be a factor, according to police. Battle Creek residents make trouble here Hastings Police responded Aug. 23 to a reported fight on South Broadway. Officers spoke to the caller who explained that three individuals had been pounding on her door and threatening her. One of the subjects entered the residence and damaged property. Four subjects were located in a van at a nearby parking lot. Upon further investigation, officers learned they were all from Battle Creek and the individuals were arrested on various charges including home invasion, second degree; malicious destruction of property; obstructing an investigation; a warrant from Emmet Township for contempt of court; assault and battery; resisting arrest; another Emmet Township warrant and liquor law violations. The four subjects, between 20 and 41 years of age, were all lodged at the Barry County Jail. Tendercare employee helps nab suspect A 15-year-old was arrested Aug. 21 after being apprehended when a car alarm sounded in the Hastings Tendercare employee parking lot. According to police, six vehicles had been broken into at the parking lots of First Baptist Church of Hastings, North East Apartments and Tendercare. A female Tendercare employee held the teen at bay until police arrived. The teen was transported to the Allegan County Detention Center. Police are looking for the owners of recovered items including several pairs of sunglasses, a folding knife and stereo earbuds. The vehicles were unlocked and police want to remind citizens to lock it, hide it, or lose it. Fast getaway made in a slow vehicle Sheriff Deputies responded to an Aug. 17 report of golf cart theft. An EZ-Go electric cart was reported missing from 200 Old Mill Trail in Middleville. According to the caller, the cart was parked and plugged in at carpenters cooper shop at Bowens Mills. Tire tracks indicated the cart was driven north on Briggs Road. The caller believed it had been driven off while still plugged in. Prowlers bag nothing at Bob’s Sheriff Deputies arrived at Bob’s Gun and Tackle Aug. 11 after a report of attempted burglary. A manager stated that two storage shed locks had been pried, and pry marks were visible. Entry was not accomplished and nothing was stolen, said deputies. There are no suspects. De-potted marijuana pilfered A call was registered Aug. 8 concerning forced entry and burglary on Gilkey Lake Road near Delton. According to the caller, who is a state-certified medical marijuana caregiver, 11 plants and two shotguns had been stolen. Barry County Deputies arrived to find the front door wide open, the house ransacked and potting soil spread from the door to the basement. The marijuana plants, allegedly worth $1,600 each, had been ripped from their growing pots and dragged through house. A single-shot and pump shotgun were reportedly taken. The case is open pending further investigation. Gun and gold taken from Delton home On July 24, a 911 report was sent to sheriff deputies that a handgun and jewelry were stolen from a home on Hayward Road in Delton. According to the residents, a black .22 caliber Colt Frontier revolver was taken from the safe and numerous pieces of jewelry also had gone missing from a different location in the house. They estimated the gun’s worth at $450 and gold jewelry at approximately $7,000. A suspect has been interviewed and the case was turned over to the county prosecutor. Banfield party puts minor to sleep A Wayland woman was sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court Aug. 19 for operating or maintaining a methamphetamine laboratory. April D. LaFountain, 39, pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 30 days in jail with credit for two days served. Her driver’s license was suspended for 180 days with 150 days being restricted. She also was ordered to pay $628, and upon payment, the balance of jail time will be suspended. Two counts were dismissed which also involved operating and maintaining a laboratory. John Gummo, 30, of Middleville, was sentenced in circuit court Aug. 19 to 23 to 60 months in prison for operating while intoxicated, third offense, a felony. Gummo pleaded guilty and was ordered to pay $628 in court costs. He also received credit for 40 days of time served. Charges of operating with license suspended, revoked or denied and second or subsequent offense were dropped. A 30-year-old Holland man appeared in circuit court Aug. 19. Felix Zavala was sentenced to serve 12 months, with credit for 72 days served, and ordered to pay $999 in costs and restitution. The last six months of jail time will be suspended on payment of $999. He must also serve 24 months on probation. Zavala pleaded guilty to three separate charges: operating under the influence of liquor third offense; unlawful use of a motor vehicle and assaulting, resisting or obstructing a police officer. Charges dropped by the prosecutor’s office were unlawful driving New director, continued from page 1 and then director from March 2007 to December 2008. Ferris, who said Murphy will be available again for the week of transition between his own departure and Patton’s “I’m truly excited about the opportunity to serve the citizens of Barry County and continue to build on the legacy created by Mr. Charlton. Barry County is my home, and the success of Charlton Park and Barry County are extremely important to me and my family. Obviously, Mr. Charlton created a unique opportunity to showcase local history for future generations ... It is important to give young people an opportunity to learn about and understand their roots and history, I think it is important to know how you got to where you are, and Charlton Park provides that opportunity.” – Dan Patton, new director Historic Charlton Park arrival, said he has enjoyed his time at the park. “I came to Charlton Park to continue the work that Keith Murphy started, work on administrative issues, and get long-term funding in place,” said Ferris. “I feel those goals have been accomplished. It is time now for a parks professional with a different skill set than mine to take Charlton Park to the next level. I appreciate all the support Charlton Park staff, volunteers and the community have given me and Charlton Park. An open house will be held in October to introduce Patton as the new director. The date and time of the event will be posted on the park’s website, www.charltonpark.org or by telephone 269-945-3775, once the time and date have been finalized. Call 945-9554 anytime to place your ad in the HASTINGS BANNER and reach thousands of area readers! away of a motor vehicle, assaulting, resisting or obstructing a police officer, failure to stop at the scene personal injury accident, and operating a vehicle in violation of license restrictions. Patrice Darcia Feggans-Smith, 50, pleaded no contest to larceny by conversion greater than $1,000 but less than $20,000. She was sentenced Aug. 19 in circuit court to serve six months in jail and 36 months of probation. She received credit for two days time served. Feggans-Smith, of Hastings, also was ordered to pay $5,978 in costs and restitution. Six months of jail time will be suspended on payment of $5,520. She had pleaded guilty in May 2009, after taking more than $7,300 from several local residents to arrange a bus trip to Washington, D.C., to witness the inauguration of President Barack Obama. Charges of assaulting, resisting or obstruct- On Aug. 19, in Barry County Circuit Court, a 53-year-old Delton man was sentenced for operating or maintaining a laboratory involving methamphetamine. Ronald J. Staley pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 12 months in jail and 36 months of probation; he was credited for one day served. Staley was ordered to pay $828 in court costs and restitution. He also was ordered to seek substance abuse counseling and cognitive behavior therapy. His driver’s license was suspended for 180 days and restricted to treatment, employment or probation for the last 150 days. Dropped charges were operating or maintaining a lab near specified places and possession of controlled substances. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale Garage Sale Card of Thanks AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 HUGE MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Lots of clothing, household items, washer/dryer, furniture, something for everyone. Thursday thru Saturday, BED: QUEEN PILLOWTOP August 26th 27th & 28th. mattress set, NEW, still in 9745 Jordan Lake Rd., Lake plastic, $200. Call (517)410- Odessa 4921 delivery available. HUGE POLE BARN Sale: Estate Sale tons of tools, Craftsman and lots of power ESTATE/MOVING SALES: Snap-On, by Bethel Timmer - The Cot- tools, air tools, nail guns, tage House Antiques. chop saws, table saw, lots of unpainted ceramics. August (269)795-8717 26th-28th, 9-am-5pm, 5538 E. Orchard, Delton. Antiques (269)209-5064. ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET: Sunday, August TOOTIE’S BOUTIQUE 29th. 400 exhibitors. Rain or CRAFT & Yard sale. Hand shine. 8AM-4PM, located at crafted items and so much the fairgrounds right in Alle- more!!! August 27th, 28th, & gan, MI. $4.00 admission. 29th, 2010 from 9am-5pm. New items added every day. 428 S. Church St., Hastings, AQUATIC PLANTS: Water two short blocks from downlilies & lotus, Gold Fish & town (corner of Church and KOI, liners, pumps, filters. Walnut Streets). Apol’s Landscaping Co, 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia Automotive (616)698-1030 Open M-F 9am-5:30pm, Saturday 9am- RICK TAYLOR’S DETAIL WORKS: Summerfest spe2pm. cial $10 off all full details. 23rd to 28th. For appointFor Rent ments call (269)948-0958 HASTINGS 2 BEDROOM Leave# message. updated, clean and quiet duplex with basement National Ads washer/dryer hookup. Stove, refrigerator, garage, THIS PUBLICATION water & garbage service in- DOES NOT KNOWINGLY cluded. $625 month plus se- accept advertising which is curity deposit. No pets. deceptive, fraudulent or (269)908-6303. might otherwise violate law or accepted standards of taste. However, this publicaGarage Sale tion does not warrant or BIG BARN SALE: Boxes of guarantee the accuracy of plumbing and electrical, any advertisement, nor the wooden and metal ladders, quality of goods or services bricks, doors, old generator, advertised. Readers are caumower, tile, furniture and tioned to thoroughly investimuch much more. Also, 3 gate all claims made in any J.D. tractors and parts, scootadvertisements, and to use er, exercise chair, etc. Thursgood judgment and reasonaday August 26th-Saturday ble care, particularly when August 28th, 9am-6pm. 2222 dealing with persons unE. State Rd., Hastings. known to you ask for money GARAGE SALE: AUG. in advance of delivery of 27th-28th, 9am-5pm. Multi- goods or services advertised. family sale! Baby clothes, womens clothes, futon ceilFarm ing fan, beer signs & misc. EARTH SERVICES is in uritems. 564 S. Payne Lake gent need of HAY DONARoad, Wayland. TIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of GARAGE SALE: AUGUST old hay - (Any type of hay 27th & 28th, 9-? Women’s that isn’t moldy). We are alclothing size 3-5, household so looking for pasture land item, sporting goods, hand and hay fields. EARTH guns (SAA), shotguns, rifles, SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonammo, much more. 828 E. profit organization. All donMadison St., Hastings. Rain ations are tax deductible. or shine. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 GARAGE SALE: FRIDAY and Saturday, August 27th & 28th, 9-5. Many quality items. State to Woodschool or Grange to 232 Nagle. Lawn & Garden PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: 77548212 Deputies arrived at a loud party on Holden Road near Banfield after a report of minors in possession. On Aug. 8, deputies tried to wake a party-goer who was “sleeping” in a lawn chair. Several attempts were made to wake him. When deputies started to move the subject to a squad car, he awoke and became uncooperative and belligerent. The 20-yearold Wayland man was given a Breathalyzer test which registered .189 percent. While waiting in the police car, the subject ripped out the interior roof dome light. He was arrested for resisting and obstructing, destruction of police property and minor in possession of alcohol. The case was turned over to the prosecutor for review. COURT NEWS ing a Michigan State Police trooper, possession of marijuana and domestic violence were brought against a 42-year-old Shelbyville man. On Aug. 19, Octavio Romero pleaded guilty and was sentenced to three months in jail with credit for 77 days served. Romero also received 12 months of probation and was ordered to pay $734 in costs and restitution. Charges of felonious assault with a dangerous weapon (baseball bat) and attempt to bribe a police officer were dropped. All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 IN LOVING MEMORY of Orville Burghdoff He was my companion and best friend for the past 13 years. I will miss him terribly. He was a kind and gentle man, very caring and the hardest worker I have ever known. Orville became close to my children and they adored him. They will feel a huge void in their lives as well. I want to thank everyone for your thoughts, prayers, cards, gifts and condolences. They all mean so much to me and my family. I also want to give a great deal of thanks to the Pennock Hospice Team for their care and support during the past several months and another very special thank you to those who cared for Orville at Woodlawn Meadows. You all went over and above to make him comfortable. He really appreciated everything you did for him. When asked how he was doing, hiss response way always, “very good”. My children and I give a very special thank you to Lauer Funeral Home for allowing a special visitation for my children who deeply regretted not being able to stay for the service on August the 16th. Also, a very special thank you to Pastor Mike Kemper for the wonderful service which brought many delightful comments. A big thank you to Grace Luthern Church for the wonderful lunch and fellowship. The military salute in Orville’s honor was heartfelt by all.Thank you American Legion Post 45. A big thank you goes to my Hastings City Bank family for the love and support they have given me. If I have missed anyone, I apologize. Thank you again one and all. Beverly McDyer and family. Help Wanted OPEN INTERVIEWS FOR Family Video. Hiring all positions. September 8th, 12pm-7pm at 835 W. State Street, Hastings. URGENT HEALTH CRISIS: Join my team in an effort to fight epidemic rates of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, obesity, head aches, allergies, and other preventable diseases. For helpful information call (616)835-1506. There are answers. �Page 14 — Thursday, August 26, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Hastings Fall Sports Previews Size a concern for Saxon spikers by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Senior Stephanie Warren, at 5 feet 5 inches, will be a middle hitter for the Hastings’ varsity volleyball team this fall. That pretty much sums up the size issues for the Saxons. “Since we have such a small front row, we will have to focus on other skills to get us through,” said Hastings head coach Gina McMahon, who is beginning her eighth year as the Saxon leader. The coach isn’t too worried about putting Warren there though. “She has a great vertical jump and great body control at the net,” said McMahon. Warren is one of a handful of seniors back for the varsity this season. Fellow middle hitter Kayla Vogel and setter Veronica Hayden lead the group. “Kayla is a big hitter for us,” McMahon said. “The plan is to feed her the ball as much as possible in the front row and back row. Veronica is a returning setter - doing a great job setting up players, especially Kayla. She hustles all over the court to get the second ball. “Both players are very smart, they can really read the opponents’ defense and offense. They have a lot of court sense.” Other returning seniors are Gabby Eaton and Morgan Stowe. “They will see a lot of playing time this year,” McMahon said. “Gabby will be used mostly at right front due to being a lefty. She puts up a good block and the hitting is getting stronger. Morgan’s strengths include passing, digging, and serving.” Those seem to be the team’s strengths overall as well, with the lack of size making hit- “Kayla (Vogel) is a big hitter for us. The plan is to feed her the ball as much as possible in the front row and back row.” – Gina McMahon, head coach ting and putting up a consistently strong block somewhat tough. Juniors Jenny Feldpausch, Lexy Hickey, Anna Cooley, Katie Devries, and Caitlyn Woodmansee will all see some playing time this year as well. The Saxons saw their first action of the season Saturday, winning the Godwin Heights Invitational. They hope to continue their tournament success as the season progresses, looking ahead to the Saxon Invite Sept. 1 and the Leslie Quad in mid-October. The Saxons had a good showing at the O-K Gold Conference tournament to close out the 2009 season, upsetting both South Christian and Grand Rapids Catholic Central to end up The 2010 Hastings varsity volleyball team. Team members are (front from left) Stephanie Warren, Veronica Hayden, Kayla Vogel, Gabby Eaton, Morgan Stowe, (back) Anna Cooley, Katie Devries, Caitlyn Woodmansee, Lexi Hickey, Jennifer Feldpausch, and coach Gina McMahon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) in fifth place in the league. McMahon said her team would like to work hard and beat those teams again, and go after a win against rival Thornapple Kellogg which downed the Saxons last fall. The league season begins Sept. 9, as the Saxons travel to face one of the league’s top teams at Forest Hills Eastern. Six who swam at state meet return for TK-Hastings team The 2010 Hastings varsity football team. Team members are (front from left) Alex Randall, Anthony Veltre, Tyler Stolicker, Dakota Brinkman, Casey Shaeffer, Cody Timm, Alex Nichols, Mike Pewoski, (second row) Colten Marlette, Beau Reaser, Jacob Comer, Conrad VanDermel, Sean McKeough, Chase Williams, Jacob Gray, Zack Nurenberg, (third row) Josh Coenen, Adam Keeler, Jon Wright, Jakob Bower, Tom Davis, Michael Eastman, Tim Thompson, Kevin Osterink, (fourth row) Kevin Maurer, Brad Merritt, Andrew Clous, Mitch Kolanowski, Matt Mansfield, Austin Blair, Eric Hart, Bobby Leedy, Tatton Miller, (back) coach Jeff Denny, head coach Fred Rademacher, coach Jamie Murphy, and coach Mike Dubois. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxons experienced in backfield, not on the line by Brett Bremer Sports Editor A couple of his teammates joked they were going to show up for the senior picture Monday with signs reading “Can You Randall It?” Alex Randall will be a load for O-K Gold Conference teams to handle once again. In a crowded backfield a year ago, Randall managed to rush for over 1,650 yards. He’ll make the move to fullback this season, and also see time on the other side of the ball at safety for the Hastings varsity football team. He’ll help lead an experienced Saxon offensive backfield, something that is key in head coach Fred Rademacher’s Wing-T offense. Randall returns along with quarterback Sean McKeough, who was responsible for over 1,000 yards of offense himself last fall and running back Josh Coenen. The backfield is experienced, but the guys making the holes for those guys are not. There is only one starter returning on the offensive line, guard Colton Marlette. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing, business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings Coenen and Marlette are both three-year starters for the Saxons. Marlette will lead the offensive line with help from center Matt Mansfield and tackle Kevin Maurer. Those three will also be key on the defensive line along with Casey Shaeffer. The Saxons went 7-3 a year ago, making it to the state playoffs for the second time in three years, falling to Byron Center in their pre-district contest. The O-K Gold Conference champions from Caledonia and a streaky team from Forest Hills Eastern were the only two teams to top the Saxons in the league last fall. Hastings could be in the hunt for a league title again, but Grand Rapids Catholic Central, Ottawa Hills, and Caledonia expect to put up a fight. The Saxons start the season Friday night at Lakewood, then host Hillsdale Thursday, Sept. 2, for their two non-conference contests. The league season begins with a trip to Forest Hills Eastern Sept. 10. Team members are (front from left) Brie Ricketts, Alexa Tyson, Karistyn Sheldon, Lexi Sensiba, Taylor Rabbai, Marissa Meyering, (second row) Sandy Campbell, Haley Rosenberg, Patricia Garber, Natalie VanDenack, Ashlie Kinney, Tracy Hodges, (third row) coach Wendy McGillicuddy, Allison Esther, Morgan Anderson, Marissa Swanson, Tori Cybulski, Alexis Kelly, McKayla Sheldon, Marlee Morris, (fourth row) coach Carl Schoessel, Alicia Czarnecki, Kayla Strumberger, Kaylee DeMink, Alexa Schipper, Megan Miller, Andrea Jackson, Katy Garber, (fifth row) coach Todd Bates, Aimee Ellinger, Abbie Brower, Brieanna Sheldon, Hannah Bashore, Kayla Kroells, Marisa Delouff, Emily Borden, (back) Kaitlyn Telfor, Sarah Taylor, Cassidee Martin, Lauren Kirwin, Emma Anderson, and Marie Gutgsell. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The 2009 season was the best season ever for the Thornapple Kellogg-Hastings girls’ swimming and diving team. If all goes according to the plan, the 2010 season will be even better. Head coach Carl Schoessel, who’s entering his seventh season leading the Trojan girls, said his team wants to repeat its high finish in the O-K Rainbow Conference from last season and improve on its state meet finish. The Trojans had more swimmers go to the state meet than ever before last year and the team finished in a tie for 29th place in Division 1. All six of the girls who went to those state finals in Holland return to the pool in Hastings this fall. The group includes Natalie VanDenack, Alexa Schipper, Kayla Strumberger, Kaylee DeMink, Patricia Garber, and Marissa Meyering. VanDenack swam in both the 50-yard freestyle and the 100-yard freestyle at the state finals, while Schipper qualified individually in the 100-yard breaststroke. The others were part of teams that swam in the 200-yard freestyle relay and the 200-yard medley relay. That group led the TK-Hastings team to a 9-1 record last fall, and a second-place finish in the O-K Rainbow behind the Forest Hills Northern/Eastern team. The 2009 team set eight new varsity records, three pool records in the Community Education and Recreation Center pool, and set three new conference records. Schoessel said he likes his “team members’ great attitudes and hard work.” The team is working hard to replace the six girls who graduated from their respective high schools last spring. Filling those holes are ten new girls to the team, which once again has over 40 participants. The TK-Hastings girls host their own Black-Gold Intra-Squad Meet Sept. 1, and then begin competition with a dual against Fremont Thursday, Sept. 9. O-K Rainbow action begins for the Trojans Sept. 16 at home against Wayland. The Trojans will get their big league showdown with Forest hills Northern/Eastern out of the way early in the season, swimming against the Huskies Sept. 30 in Hastings. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 26, 2010 — Page 15 Hastings Fall Sports Previews Tennis team looks to win more against league’s best by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Saxons were outscored 31-1 in their duals against the top four teams in the O-K Gold Conference last year. One of the big goals for the 2010 Hastings varsity boys’ tennis team is to improve that number according to head coach Ed von der Hoff. Stephen Krammin, a senior, got that one win for the Saxons. He returns to play second or third singles this year. There is some experience on the singles side for the Saxons, with senior Jeremy Heinrich back at fourth singles, and Brian Graybill, a junior, returning to play either first or second singles. First singles is a spot where there is likely to be some inexperience for the Saxons though. Connor von der Hoff is likely to fill that slot most of the season. The coach’s son had a tough choice to make between playing soccer and playing tennis his freshman year, and chose to join dad on the tennis courts. “It’s okay, not too bad,” said coach von der Hoff said of how things have gone between him and Connor on the court so far. “I haven’t coached him in a while. He plays hockey too, and I’m not going to coach him in that.” Seniors Matt Mueller and Casey Martin are together again, filling the first doubles flight for the Saxons. Their classmates Steven Maurer and John Kalmink will fill the second or third doubles slot, while the other flight will be taken over by Tom Peurach and Chris Doxtader. Nate Rhodes and Calvin Case are set in the fourth doubles spot. “They’re a great bunch of kids, no doubt about that, and without a doubt the best band/tennis team around,” von der Hoff said. Those top four O-K Gold Conference teams the Saxons struggled with in 2009, Forest Hills Eastern, South Christian, Grand Rapids Catholic Central, and Caledonia all expect to be tough again in 2010. Catholic Central and Forest Hills Eastern tied for 11th at the Division 3 State Finals to close out last season. The Saxons start off the league season at home Sept. 8 against Caledonia, and then visit Catholic Central Sept. 10. Hastings planned to open the year with a Saxon Invite this week, and is off now until that dual with the Fighting Scots. The 2010 Hastings varsity boys’ tennis team. Team members are (front from left) Connor von der Hoff, Austin Caris, (middle row) Jeremy Heinrich, Brian Graybill, Casey Martin, Evan Ramsey, Chris Doxtader, Calvin Case, Tom Peurach, (back) coach Ed von der Hoff, manager Sarah Thornburgh, Steven Maurer, John Kalmink, Matt Mueller, Nate Rhoades, Stephen Krammin, Zak Price, and manager Hannah Smith. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxon boys’ soccer starts its season on Saturday morning by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Saxons will start to see where they stand on the first night of the O-K Gold Conference season this fall. Hastings’ varsity boys’ soccer team opens league play Sept. 9 at Forest Hills Eastern High School. The Hawks have been a league power for the past few seasons and expect to be at the top of the standings again with South Christian and Caledonia close on their heels. “We are always looking to win both our conference and our district,” said Saxon head coach Ben Conklin, “and after a very good showing in last year’s district tournament I believe we have a team that will be giving the top teams in our league some difficult games as well as have a chance to win our district this year.” The Saxons’ district tournament, a Division 2 tournament hosted by Mattawan at the end of the season, will also include teams from Allegan, Loy Norrix, Paw Paw, Plainwell, Gull Lake, and Wayland. CREEKSIDE PROFESSIONAL CENTER 1761 W. M-37 Hwy, Hastings The season starts Saturday though, as Hastings heads to the Hamilton Invitational. 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The team of Jessica Kloosterman and Lindy Kloosterman teamed up for the day’s best Best Ball score, an 88. In the scramble competition, Hannah Hodges and Katie Brown scored an 81 which was good for second in that style of play. Portage Central finished third at the tournament, with a 354, followed by Marshall 358, Vicksburg 381, Loy Norrix 434, Niles 480, Sturgis , and Kalamazoo Central NTS. Godwin Invitational trophy comes home with Hastings The 2010 Hastings’ varsity girls’ golf team. Team members are (from left) Hannah Hodges, Lindy Kloosterman, Dani Meredith, Gabrielle Shipley, Jessica Kloosterman, Katie Brown, Kylee Nemetz, and coach Bruce Krueger. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Top four from state finals return for Saxon golf team by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Experience in high level competition gained in 2009 is one of the things Hastings’ varsity girls’ golf coach Bruce Krueger likes best about his 2010 team. The Saxons placed third in the O-K Gold Conference last fall, behind Forest Hills Eastern and South Christian. At the Division 2 State Finals, the Saxons were behind only third-place DeWitt, second-place Forest Hills Eastern, and state champion South Christian – meaning the Saxons played against the top two teams in the state on a regular basis in the O-K Gold. Forest Hills Eastern has a very good team coming back this fall, and so do the Saxons. Four of the five girls who played rounds at the state finals are back for Hastings, led by junior Gabrielle Shipley who earned All-State honors in each of her first two varsity seasons. Shipley was seventh at last year’s state finals. The other returnees include junior Dani Meredith and seniors Jessica Kloosterman and Hannah Hodges. Kloosterman and Shipley were both all-conference performers for Hastings a year ago. A few youngsters, sophomore Lindy Kloosterman and freshmen Kylee Nemetz and Katie Brown, will push those four girls. Krueger said his team should compete for the conference championship once again in the O-K Gold, and get a return trip to the state finals. The O-K Gold season gets started when Ottawa Hills hosts a jamboree at Gracewil Aug. 31. Hastings hosts the league at Hastings Country Club Sept. 9. The current group of Saxons won their first every varsity volleyball tournament Saturday at Godwin Heights. Hastings knocked off West Michigan Christian 20-25, 25-18, 15-10 in the championship match, finishing a perfect 4-0 day. “A great way to start off the season,” said Hastings head coach Gina McMahon. “I strongly believe that doing two-a-day practices three times a week has paid off. The players are able to get more touches on the ball. The players are small in size, but have big hearts. They played very well as a team, they played together.” That first game of the final round was the only one the Saxons dropped all day. Hastings opened play by beating that same West Michigan Christian team 25-17, then went on to knock off Creston 25-13, 25-9 and Godwin Heights 25-11, 25-18. “The plan was to feed Kayla (Vogel) the ball as much as possible, since she is our biggest hitter and it worked,” McMahon said. “All the players played their role of passing, digging and being strong servers. Ronnie (Hayden) did a great job getting to the second ball to set Kayla up for the kill. We also go some strong passing and digging from the back row of Stephanie Warren, Morgan Stowe and Anna Cooley. They showed a lot of good movement.” Vogel ended the day with 52 kills and also hit 15 aces. Hayden finished off with 47 assists. “It’s a great start to the season for these players,” McMahon said. “We always seem to play from behind and have great difficulties catching up. This time, we started off strong and finished strong. This is what we are trying to work on.” Saxon Sports Shorts JV Girls’ Golf The Saxon JV girls’ golf team was defeated by South Christian Monday, 214 to 281. Kylee Nemetz led the Hastings’ team with a score of 49. Also contributing for Hastings were Katie Brown, Amanda Sarhatt, Katie Wallace, Jenna McCoy, and Sidney Dudley. Solid mix of young and old on Saxon girls’ team by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Saxon varsity girls’ cross country team could get a boost from a couple of freshmen this fall. New head coach Steve Collins said he expects Rachel Rimer and Trista Straube to find spots in the regular varsity line-up. “They were outstanding as eighth graders, and should make the varsity team,” he said. The youngsters will take their cues from a solid senior group which includes Alaina Case, Jenny LaJoye, and Kayla Pohl. Collins said that Case should be pushing towards a spot in the state finals in her senior year. “We have a few seniors, but we’re a fairly young team as well, which should be a strength in the future,” Collins said. Both Case and LaJoye were regulars in the varsity’s top seven last season, as were fellow returnees juniors Cherie Kosbar and Meg Travis and sophomore Taylor Carter. “We’re deeper this year,” Collins said. We aren’t just limited to five. We have some depth and a couple of them put in some summer hours.” Hastings was scheduled to open its season Wednesday at the Lakewood Invitational. The Saxon coach said he was looking forward to seeing Barry County rivals Lakewood, Maple Valley, and Thornapple Kellogg at the meet. The Saxons don’t have another competition until Sept. 8, when they head to Riverside Park in Grand Rapids for the first of four O-K Gold Conference Jamborees. Hastings will get a chance to host the last of the four, Oct. 13, in the only scheduled home meet of the season for the Saxons. The O-K Gold is strong again this fall, with the Forest Hills Eastern girls expected to run to another title. The Hawks were seventh at the Division 2 State Finals last fall, and all five runners scoring for the team at Michigan International Speedway were underclassmen – a group of three juniors and two freshmen. Thornapple Kellogg is strong at the top of the line-up once again, and South Christian and Caledonia as always have a wealth of solid runners. Saxons start season with eight who are ready to run by Brett Bremer Sports Editor This isn’t the ideal starting position. New Hastings varsity boys’ cross country coach Steve Collins is known as a strong recruiter of athletes, but he didn’t have much time between when he got the coaching job and when the school year ended to try and round up more guys. For now, the roster is set with eight guys. “I’ve got some kids that might be joining later, and I would like to see some more kids join,” Collins said. The group of eight is led by returning varsity runners Mitch Singleterry, Mitchell Brisboe, Taylor Klotz, and Jake Partridge. “Singleterry will be a bright spot this year,” Collins said. “We hope we can get him to the state meet.” Seven of the eight varsity runners are back from last year, a list that also includes Brice Miller, Bruce Krouse, and Brandon Secord. “We have a lot of seniors, so there is a lot of experience on this team and it’s especially helpful with me being the new guy,” Collins said. “A lot of them went to camp. I think I had four of the five of them go to camp and hopefully set the example for some of the younger kids.” The lone newcomer so far is Marquell Giles. The big challenge for Collins and his team is to get off the bottom. The Saxons finished last at their 14-team Division 2 Regional Meet last fall, after finishing at the bottom of the O-K Gold Conference. “We’re hoping to move up and make an improvement there,” Collins said. He added that his runners are looking forward to the Barry County Meet and the Portage Invitational as well. The Saxons were slated to see many of their Barry County foes (Lakewood, Maple Valley, and Thornapple Kellogg) at the Lakewood Invitational Wednesday, the first competition of the year. Hastings races again Sept. 8, at Riverside Park in Grand Rapids. Grand Rapids Catholic Central hosts the first of four O-K Gold Conference jamborees that day. Forest Hills Eastern will likely be battling Caledonia at the top of the conference standings again this year, with Catholic Central and Thornapple Kellogg expecting to be close on the heels of the league leaders. The Saxons’ lone home meet this season will be Oct. 13, as they host the fourth league jamboree of the year. The conference finals will follow that race Oct. 19 at Johnson Park. The 2010 Hastings boys’ and girls’ cross country teams. Team members are (front from left) Brice Miller, Marquell Giles, Brandon Secord, Bruce Krouse, Jake Partridge, coach Steve Collins, (back) Jenny LaJoye, Alaina Case, Taylor Carter, Hayley Perkins, Mitchell Brisboe, Taylor Klotz, Mitch Singleterry, Cherie Kosbar, Meg Travis, Kayla Pohl, Rachel Rimer and Trista Straube. (Photo by Brett Bremer) See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing, business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Highway- just north of the Hastings city limits �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 26, 2010 — Page 17 Delton Kellogg Sports Previews DK boys want chance to improve on state finish by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Delton Kellogg varsity boys’ cross country coach had a good problem this preseason. He didn’t have enough uniforms for all his runners. The best part of the problem was the reason for the problem - too many runners. “We should have a strong pack of runners showing up at the finish line,” Grimes said. “There will be a lot of competition within the team for spots on the varsity squad. There are a lot of motivated individuals within this team.” Some of the motivation comes from the way the 2009 season finished. The Panthers were thrilled to qualify for the Division 3 State Finals, but weren’t so happy finishing in 29th place among the 29 teams that ran on the day at Michigan International Speedway. “These guys have set forth some great goals for themselves this year,” Grimes said, “and are practicing with the effort and attitude necessary for attaining the goals. We are looking forward to an exciting season.” Of the six guys who ran in the state finals last year, five return. That group is led by junior Ryan Watson, who was 100th last year at the finals and also earned all-conference honors in the Kalamazoo Valley Association last fall. Tyler Bourdo, a senior, was honorable mention All-KVA last fall, and placed 194th at the finals. The other three back from the finals squad are junior Kannon Hoffman, junior Michael The 2010 Delton Kellogg boys’ cross country team. Team members are (front from left) Tony Dallavalle, Jarryd Calhoun, Raymond Vickery, Jacob Morgan, Isaiah Boyle, Kannon Hoffman, (back) Colin Talbot, Zach Haas, Travis Boze, Billy Schut, Michael Bassett, Tyler Bourdo, Ryan Watson, Austin Ketola, Logan Hansen. Missing from photo are Casey McCoy, Alex Blincoe, Nick Blincoe, Connor Stewart, Ryan Hoeberling, Bobby Mayberry, Mike Shockley, and coach Dale Grimes. Bassett, and sophomore Zach Haas. Also back with the program are senior Bobby Mayberry, and sophomores Logan Hansen, Jarryd Calhoun, and Travis Boze. Junior Austin Ketola was one of the starts of the Delton Kellogg boys’ track and field team along with Bourdo and Watson in the spring, and will be out for cross country for the first time this fall. Grimes said he expects him to be in the mix to be one of the Panthers’ top two runners. “He has been performing very well, and shows tremendous work ethic at practice,” Grimes said. A couple other key newcomers include sophomore Raymond Vickery, junior Billy Schut, and a group of freshmen which is led by Isaiah Boyle and Jake Morgan. “They will be adding pressure to the upperclassmen competing for a spot on the varsity squad,” Grimes said. The biggest question for the Panthers is which guys will break free from the pack to fill in the third, fourth, and fifth scoring places? “It should be run to watch this group improve over the next couple months and hopefully once again be in contention for the league championship and a trip to the state finals,” Grimes said. Hackett Catholic Central and Schoolcraft should be solid once again the KVA. The league season begins with a race at Mulberry Fore in Nashville hosted by Maple Valley Sept. 15. The Panthers kick off their season Saturday at the Lawton Invitational. They’ll host two meets this year in the same week at the Gilmore Car Museum, a KVA Jamboree Sept. 21 and a DK Invitational Sept. 23. Panthers want to play at least ten games this fall by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Panthers have the same opportunity they had last fall, they get the chance to improve before facing the best the Kalamazoo Valley Association has to offer. The Delton Kellogg varsity football team took advantage of that last fall, but wound up one game short of a guaranteed spot in the state play-offs with a 5-4 record. “We open the first five weeks with the lesser talented teams in the KVA,” said head coach Jay Carrigan. “I think the first three games are crucial. If we win the first two, week three at home against Maple Valley will be pivotal. Maple Valley is our Barry County rival, and they are going to be a much improved football team this year.” The Panthers open the season Saturday afternoon at 5 p.m., taking on Kalamazoo Christian in Western Michigan University’s Waldo Stadium. Delton heads to Parchment Thursday, Sept. 2, then will play at home for the first time on a Friday night Sept. 10 against the Lions. “Down the stretch we have Olivet, Schoolcraft, Constantine, and Pennfield,” Carrigan said. “We need to play well early to have any hope of a KVA title, let alone making the play-offs.” Several new faces will be throw in to the fire early against Kalamazoo Christian, as the Panthers try to replace 15 starters from the 2009 season. “Lack of game experience will be a challenge for us,” Carrigan said. Senior Jeff Bissett could see time at quarterback, and will also be a weapon as the team’s kicker and play in the defensive backfield. Other key returnees include senior RB/DB Aaron Hakes, senior linemen David Dempsey, Cody Lepper, and Harley Miller, and senior split ends Austin Pinks and Nolan Smith. LEGENDS The 2010 Delton Kellogg varsity football team. Team members are (front from left) James Holtz, Cody Lepper, Beau Zelenock, Aaron Hakes, Jeffrey Bissett, Austin Pinks, David Dempsey, Nolan Smith, (second row) Jeff Jackson, Joel Quick, Dakota Goyings, DJ Prater, Connor Wolschleger, Tyler Dempsey, Adam May, Harley Miller, (third row) Brandon Haas, Matt Durham, Billy Schut, Phoenix Pease, Trent Cardosa, Joe Quero, (back) coach Steve Brady, coach Paul Newman, coach Ryan Bates, and head coach Jay Carrigan. 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Delton Kellogg’s varsity volleyball team had its best season ever in 2009, winning the Kalamazoo Valley Association for the second year in a row, then running through the postseason all the way to the state finals before falling to North Branch. The Panthers have half of their first-team All-State players back as well. Setter Terin Norris is at Western Michigan University this fall, but junior Adrianna Culbert is back to lead the Panthers. The other returnees from the state runnerup squad are senior libero Taylor Blacken, junior libero Kami McCowan, sophomore middle Alisha VanderWoude, and senior middle Carly Boehm. That group helped their team to a 58-7-2 record last year. They’ll be joined this season by Shelby Douglas, Katelyn Grizzle, Rachel Parker, Andrea Polley, and Amber Saurers. Blacken and McCowan play solid defense, VanderWoude and Boehm can put up a solid block, and Culbert can do it all. The Panthers will need to find some attacking help in the group of youngsters. The Panthers will be battling for their third straight championship in the KVA, and will be dealing with solid teams at Pennfield and Schoolcraft in the conference. The league season opens Sept. 1, when the Panthers visit Kalamazoo Christian. The Panthers first home dual is Sept. 15 against Maple Valley. The 2010 Delton Kellogg varsity volleyball team. Team members are (front from left) Andrea Polley, Rachel Parker, Taylor Blacken, Kami McCowan, Shelby Douglas, (back) Amber Saurers, Adrianna Culbert, Carly Boehm, Alisha VanderWoude, and Katelyn Grizzle. Soccer team looks to make strides as season progresses by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The players are new and so is the coach. Alan Mabie is taking over the Delton Kellogg varsity boys’ soccer team this fall. The Panther team saw more than half of its players graduate last spring, including its top scorer and its goalkeeper. “This looks to be a rebuilding year due to our youthfulness and the graduation of nine seniors last year,” Mabie said. “We are a young team, with the majority of our roster being sophomores and freshmen. Our largest obstacle this season will be at the goalkeeper position.” A couple of experienced players will have to lead the way for the Panthers, especially senior midfielder Trevor Curtice and junior forward Mitchell Wandell. They return along with a couple of young defenders, sophomores Zach Young and Branden Robbins. Mabie said he expects junior Ryan Hook to take over in goal, when he’s not playing in the midfield. Another pair of key newcomers are freshman forward/midfielder Evan Curtice and sophomore forward Zach Simon. “We have, overall, a very athletic and quick group of players with a solid midfield and defense,” Mabie said. “Our returning players are showing good leadership in the development of our new players.” The ultimate goal is to see improvement throughout the season, especially since wins will be challenging to come by in the tough Kalamazoo Valley Association. The Panthers were just 1-9 in the league last year. As always, Kalamazoo Christian and Hackett Catholic Central bring strong teams to the field. The conference season begins after the Labor Day break, with the Delton boys traveling to Parchment Sept. 8. Delton then gets the top two KVA powers at home the following week, facing Christian Sept. 13 and Hackett Sept. 15. Delton opened its season Monday, with a 6-2 loss to the Kalamazoo Home School team. The Panthers fell behind 3-0 in the opening half. Forrest Buffenbarger scored three times on the evening for Kalamazoo. Delton’s two second-half goals were scored by Simon and Phillip Mishler. Kalamazoo outshot the Panthers 26-13 on the night. Delton returns to action this afternoon, at Hopkins, then will host Lakewood Monday and visit Allegan Wednesday. The 2010 Delton Kellogg varsity boys’ soccer team. Team members are (front from left) Trevor Curtice, Phillip Mishler, Martin Crapse, Ryan Hook, Zachary Young, Brandon Robbins, Zack Simon, Alex Kline, Gabe Neujahr, Austin Pluchinsky, (back) assistant coach Eric Curtice, Branden Buchino, Kaya Chaffee, Mitchell Wandell, C.J. Bromley, Brogan Smith, Brian Wilder, Kaleb Pluchinsky, Evan Curtice, and head coach Alan Mabie. DK girls motivated by ‘09 season Ready to cheer on Delton’s boys from the sidelines The 2010 Delton Kellogg varsity sideline cheer team. Team members are (front from left) Kendra Chaney, Kaleigh Robinson, Brooke Gaylor, Nicole Merda, Mari Christiansen, Sara Bork, (back) coach Teresa Delaphiano, Carlye Conine, Taylor Earl, Stacy Covington, Caylie Hudson, Corinthia Andersen, and Mikayla Hackler. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing, business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Panthers want to be better than they were last fall. Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ cross country team returns intact from 2009, a year in which it placed third in the Kalamazoo Valley Association, fourth at the Barry County Meet, and sixth at regionals. Two girls, junior Jolene Drum and sophomore Brianna Russell, qualified as individuals for the Division 3 State Finals last year, and both of them are intent on getting back to Michigan International Speedway and improving on their performances there. “We are returning the entire team from 2009, and this team is not afraid of hard work,” said head coach Dale Grimes who is entering his 15th season leading the Delton girls. “I have been very impressed with their work ethic thus far.” “The team is made up of what is essentially a great core of returning girls who were dissatisfied with last season’s standings.” Behind Russell and Drum, the list of returnees includes seniors Taylor Hennessey and Renee McConahay, junior Kelsey Sofia, and sophomores Liz Jackson and Molly Egelkraut. Sophomore Christy Boze, who was only able to compete in one race last season, returns as well. The list of newcomers includes junior Hannah Smith, senior Emilee Everett, and freshmen Danielle Morse and Sarah Rendon. “With over half our team being rookies at the high school level, we may struggle a bit at first to establish the confidence needed to compete at a high level with other championship caliber teams,” Grimes said. The ultimate championship level team in the KVA is Schoolcraft. Of the seven girls who powered the Eagles to a tenth place fin- The 2010 Delton Kellogg girls’ cross country team. Team members are (front from left) Rachel Higdon, Danielle Morse, Liz Jackson, Jolene Drum, Kelsey Sofia, (back) Hannah Smith, Molly Egelkraut, Christy Boze, and Renee McConahay. Missing from photo are Emilee Everett, Sam Zettlemaier, Autumn Foote, Taylor Hennessey, Brianna Russell, and coach Dale Grimes. ish at the Division 3 State finals last year, six return. The KVA season starts for the Panthers at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville, at the first of four league meets. Delton will get to host the league at the Gilmore Car Museum Sept. 21. The Panthers open competition Saturday at the Lawton Trail Relays. The Panthers then head to the Kalamazoo Central Invitational Wednesday. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, August 26, 2010 — Page 19 Crossbow hunting regulations expanded statewide Football starts Thursday, with the Thornapple Kellogg Trojans taking on Wyoming Park in Middleville. I guess that means the fall season is officially here. There are going to be some great performances to be on the look out for this fall. The volleyball court is a great place to start. Delton Kellogg has a few girls back, including all-stater Adrianna Culbert, from the team that went to the Class B State Finals last year. Lakewood has nearly everyone back from the team which fell to the Delton Panthers 3-0 in the district finals. Lakewood has more than “nearly” everyone back. They’ll be getting Anna Lynch back at an outside hitter spot. She missed all of last year after getting hurt over the summer, and was just getting healthy midway through basketball season. There is always a lot of competition in Class B, whether its coming from the Grand Rapids’ area or the Kalamazoo area. I wouldn’t be surprised though if the Vikings comeback as the queens of volleyball in the county again, and make a run that looks something like the one the Panthers’ did last fall. Of course, it will be a little different because the Lakewood community has seen its volleyball teams make runs like that before. Thornapple Kellogg’s Allyson Winchester returns for her senior cross country season, and I’m sure to many of the opposing teams in the area it seems like she’s been around longer than four years already. She has finished sixth, second, and seventh in the Division 2 State Finals at Michigan International Speedway in her three varsity seasons. She owns virtually every cross country and track and field distance record there is to hold at Thornapple Kellogg High School, but I know she’d really like to be a state champion. Another interesting cross country team to watch will be the Maple Valley girls. They actually knocked off Thornapple Kellogg, Delton Kellogg, Hastings, and Lakewood to win the Barry County Invitational last fall then finished well at regionals. That team had a lot of seniors on it, but the Lions’ top runner Jessica Rushford returns. I don’t expect the Lions to challenge Schoolcraft in the KVA and would really be surprised if they passed the Delton Kellogg Panthers again at the end of the season, but how knows maybe the end of last fall was a spark the program can use to start a fire. Winchester isn’t the only state medallist returning to the area this fall. Saxon junior Gabrielle Shipley has earned All-State honors in each of her first two seasons, and the Saxon girls are already off to a great start to the season. If Shipley stays on her game, and the Kloostermans, and Hannah Hodges, and Dani Meredith keep improving for another season the Saxons could conceivably move up from their fourth place finish at the state finals. And I can’t forget about the Delton Kellogg cross country runners who went to the state finals last year and want to get back, the TK-Hastings girls’ swim team which had its best season ever last year and wants to be even better in the pool this fall, and of course all the teams and athletes that will have great efforts and great stories during the season whether they’re going to the state finals or not. Viking golf team has solid showing at its first tourney Lakewood’s varsity girls’ golf team placed fifth in the competitive 17-team Mason Optimist Invitational Friday at the Eldorado Golf Course. The Vikings got a 96 from Orie Ramos and a 91 from Emily Kutch in the 18-hole individual stroke play. “I am very happy with the results of our first event,” said Lakewood head coach Carl Kutch. The Vikings finished with a total score of 363. Lakewood’s league rivals from Lansing Catholic took the day’s title with a score of 300. Saline Yellow was second with a 332, and Saline Blue third with a 337. DeWitt had two teams finish high as well, with a Blue squad fourth at 345 and a Gold team sixth with a 365. Rounding out the top ten teams were Okemos with a 369, Mason 386, Howell 386, and Grand Ledge 412. Melissa Michalski and Olivia Barker teamed up for an 86 in the scramble part of the competition for Lakewood, which earned them medals as the second best scramble team of the day. Tiffani Ackerson and Victoria Hager teamed up for a 90 in the best ball competition. “It was nice to pair up each of our freshman (Barker and Hager) with a returning starter for the first event,” said coach Kutch. Lions’ raffle tickets will be available at TK games The Middleville Lions Club was given two custom bikes valued at $300 each, which were made with the Bike Shop’s help, to be raffled off for the Middleville Emergency Resources Fund. The Bike Shop was inside the Pro Hardware Store, which was destroyed by fire in July. The club will be selling raffle tickets at the Thursday, Aug. 26 and Sept. 2, Thornapple Kellogg varsity football home games and throughout the day of Heritage Day, Sept. 11. The raffle winners will be announced at the end of Heritage Day. The club has a lawn mowing package from Rustic Touch and a scrapbooking package in the raffle as well. The bikes will be displayed at The Scoop on Main Street in Middleville until the drawing, and will be making appearances at the football games ad at the Heritage Day parade. Church brings ‘Amazing Race’ back to Middleville The First Baptist Church of Middleville has announced that registration for its 2010 Amazing Race competition will be available before the event begins on Saturday, Aug. 28, at 9 a.m. at the gazebo in Stagecoach Park in Middleville. Late registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. at the gazebo in Stagecoach Park. The event begins at 9 a.m. Registration forms for the two-person teams are available at the church office for those who would like to register early. The office is open Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The church is on M-37, just north of Middleville. Participants must be at least 12 years old, and one member of each team should have a driver’s license. The cost is $20 per team. There will be prizes and a free dinner at the end of the event. 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Sherman Street, Nashville 517-852-1910 77548952 www.mvimplement.com �Page 20 — Thursday, August 26, 2010 — The Hastings Banner County’s proposed budget cuts cause public outcry by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During the public comment portions of the Barry County Board of Commissioners meeting Tuesday, several citizens protested proposed cuts to the 2011 budget that would eliminate county funding for the Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service and the Barry County Economic Development Alliance, among other nonmandated services, as well as the reduction of several county employees. During the board’s Aug. 17 committee-ofthe-whole meeting, County Administrator Michael Brown gave a presentation regarding the proposed 2011 budget. The proposed general fund budget totals $13,544,691, which is $632,338 less than the current budget and features the steepest budget cuts in 15 years, and possibly the history of the county, he said. Four and one-half of the proposed staffing cuts and the reduction of a full-time employee to part-time were made in the non-mandated, service-level required category of the budget, totaling $214,283 less than the 2010 budget and $652,684 less than what was requested for 2011. In the non-mandated nonservice-level required portion of the budget, funding for all programs within the required category, except for debt retirement appropriation to the airport for the 2001 taxi street expansion project, were eliminated. This results in a reduction of $475,344 from the current budget and $478,934 less than the 2011 requested amounts. Elimination of funding for the county Extension office is a reduction of $151,202 from the current budget and $162,837 from the amount requested to fully fund the department. The elimination of funding for the Economic Development Alliance is a reduction of $85,752 from the 2010 budget. Hastings Charter Township Supervisor and Hastings Downtown development Authority member Jim Brown addressed the board regarding his concerns regarding elimination of funding for the Economic Development Alliance. He said he was sending a letter to all township supervisors in the county, asking them to sign it to send it to Barry County Board of Commissioners Chair Robert Houtman to show their support for the alliance. In the letter, which he read to the board, Brown wrote, “To help create jobs, keep the ones we have and maintain the economic umbrella we have in place, we need this organization ... Funding this organization is important. To what degree [it can be funded] should be seriously discussed.” “I know that you have a lot of really tough decisions to make; I’m sure you will make the right ones,” Brown told the board. “There are some other organizations that have been have been zeroed out on line items that I think should be [looked] at. I know that before you get done, you will make the right decisions.” Susan Vlietstra, Thornapple Township clerk and past chair and current board member of the Barry County Economic Development Alliance, also voiced her support for continued funding of that organization. “We have worked very hard over the last 10 years or so to develop plans to assist our businesses in development of new jobs and to contain the existing jobs we do have, and I would really hate to see that investment go away,” she said. “I understand the complications that all of us are dealing with in government ... the restriction of our funds. However, I feel this function that the county is assisting us to provide, in the end, does help to maintain all of us as far as levels of government and our employers... It has been a great help in Thornapple Township helping with Bradford White, the county’s largest employer ...” Resident John Loftus of Irving Township spoke on behalf of Cooperative Extension and the 4-H program. “I want to avoid being, ‘penny wise and pound foolish,’ by eliminating the county agency and the 4-H programs ...” he said. “You may not realize it but you have better than 56 4-H clubs in this county. You have over 350 leaders — these people cost you no money, these people are doing this on their own time. You have [thousands of] kids involved in this 4-H business. I don’t know if you realize this or not, but if you support this, you have these kids so busy that they can’t get in trouble. The money spent for this is more than well worth it because without these programs, the kids have nothing else to do and they are going to get into trouble. It’s going to increase your law enforcement expenses. It’s going to increase your judicial expenses and you’re going to have a whole bunch of kids locked up that you ain’t got room for in jail ... I hope and pray that you can see that our youth is our future and, for God’s sake, let’s save them and let’s help them in any way we can.” 4-H member Tyler Agostini agreed with Loftus that 4-H helps keep kids busy and out of trouble and added his own comments on behalf of the Extension office and his club. “4-H is a really important program in Barry County, and it is one of the largest youth programs in Barry County ... you do learn a lot from 4-H — people skills, public speaking. There’s more to it than just animals ... there are a lot of opportunities in 4-H that are very important. I personally learned a lot from 4-H and would like to see the program continue going strong,” he said. “The Extension office is an important service to Barry County with how they link farmers to the MSU programs.” “I wouldn’t want your job for nothing in the world, on this here budget coming up,” said Bill Roush from Operation Military Kids (OMK), a 4-H program supported by the Military Order of Purple Hearts, Disabled Americans and American Legion Post 45. “I have 31 children waiting to join OMK. OMK sees that their dues are paid and there is no expense for these here children that we have in 4-H, and they look forward to it — not just the fair but throughout the year ... These here children are from families where one or both of their parents have been activated. Now that Operation Iraqi Freedom is over with, that’s what they’re saying anyway, we’re still willing to carry on ... The 4-H is supported by you folks ... we’re all here for the kids.” Jerome Calwell, director of Barry County Department of Human Services (DHS), said his agency regularly partners with the Extension office. “Over the years, DHS has gotten out of the business of prevention, and that is disheartening for me,” he said. “I think it’s really important — prevention services in the community ... We rely on these programs, in the department of human service, in the area of prevention, to keep them from coming to our door in the area of abuse and neglect, and one of those programs is the Building Strong Families program with the Extension. “I’ve been working for the state for 23 years, working with families, and MSU Extension has always been a partner with every office I have worked at, and it is no exception here. They continue to work with families here in the community in the community and the Building Strong Families and the Healthy Families program help the families that we work with from coming to abuse and neglect situations. And, when they do end up in those situations, we make referrals to those programs, and they come out and work with those families on a daily basis. They come to our office, they do the parent education programs. They do the program that helps our food stamp people learn about healthy choices and nutrition ... We can’t continue to go in the direction we are going in. We need to do something more in the way of prevention. We need to keep programs around that do these types of things that work in the community on a daily basis with families ... I just want you to be aware of the programs we are utilizing and we think are successful in the community...” Ethan Haywood of Hastings said he has been a 4-H member for eight years and has seen the effects it has on people. He said he couldn’t imagine his life without the programs 4-H has offered him. “4-H gives opportunities to people from all different aspects of life here in Barry County,” he said. “Over 900 members are able to participate in livestock, crops, performing arts, crafts and learn life skills. He added that many 4-H participants who earn money through the livestock sales at the Barry County Fair save that money to help pay their college tuition in the future. Kendra Rigor, a junior at Michigan State University, majoring in animal science, said that the Extension office and 4-H gave her a leg up on her college education and future career. “Because of my experience in 4-H as a child, I am where I am at today,” she said. “The experiences I learned in 4-H I could not get at high school, nor could I get any where else but from the 4-H program. Agriculture is not something that my high school offered, and I could only find it when I reached out to the Extension.” Michael Spezia, the executive director of the Gilmore Car Museum and chair of the MSU Extension Council, said the council recently had the opportunity to dissolve. “The shake-up at the MSU Extension eliminated a lot of the county directors. They went to a regional system, but the group in this council ... decided jointly that we would remain active to help Extension in this county because we felt it was so important,” he said, noting that the Extension has been in Barry County more than 90 years. “[4-H] basically, is an investment in the youth here in Barry County. The numbers are staggering ... out of the six surrounding counties, we have more 4-H members than any of the others. Kalamazoo County, for example, has four times the population and less than half of the participants in 4-H. What it means is that it is working here; it is working to keep kids out of trouble. It is working to get kids into schools ... It’s making a real difference.” Spezia also noted that as Calwell had noted early, Extension also offers a variety of services that have the potential to save the county money by preventing problems before they start such as child abuse and neglect. “This is an insurance policy for you, if you will, to lower your costs in the future,” he said. During the meeting, the board held an open discussion on the proposed budget. “If someone is proposing to save something, it would be an intelligent discussion for them to discuss where then we would get the money,” said Commissioner Mike Callton as the discussion opened. “... Every single thing that we are talking about cutting is worthwhile, or we wouldn’t have been doing it in the first place ...” Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick said he met with Brown and Commissioner Don Nevins and discussed the proposed budget. “I would like to see us go back and rework the budget by the 2 or 3 percent to keep some of these from zeroing out, to keep some of these departments whole and to, ‘share the pain,’ throughout the county government and our sister agencies,” he said. “... To me, to ‘share the pain,’ is a more appropriate way to do this ...,” he said. “I, for one, would like to see the budget reworked in such a way that the 2 or 3 percent that we are looking for to keep these agencies together ... I would like to make a motion to move that way.” Houtman asked VanNortwick to clarify if he was talking about reducing budgets “across the board.” “Everything would be reduced?” Houtman asked. “Everything would be reduced,” agreed VanNortwick. Nevins supported the motion. During the discussion before the motion was called, Commissioner Howard Gibson said he would prefer to wait until after the department heads have a chance to appeal the proposed budget cuts during the board’s Tuesday, Sept. 7, meeting, to rework the budget. Callton asked Brown what a realistic number or percentage would be for across-theboard budget cuts. Brown said that fully restoring all the cuts that had been proposed would result in a 7.5 percent reduction across the board. “There are some areas, that even taking the mandated issue out, we can’t cut — debt payments and some things, insurance for buildings and property and that,” he said. “Realistically, you are going to come out somewhere between 7.5 and 10 percent scenario to fully restore everything using an across-the-board process of cutting.” Houtman asked what percentage level would mean personnel reductions. Brown said most departments would need to look at personnel reductions when cuts reach 3 percent. “It becomes furlough days or something,” he said. “We have cut operating costs for the register of deeds, the treasurer, clerk’s office, to a level over the past years that there is just no more to really cut.” Brown said that while some department heads had suggested temporary lay-offs for some personnel, he didn’t think that was a viable solution. “I see whatever cuts we make, however we do it, have to be permanent,” Brown said. “The reason I say that is we have budgeted for $13.5 million in revenues for 2011. In 2012, I don’t see us having any more revenue.” Commissioner Joe Lyons asked if a 7 to 10 percent across-the-board budget cut would create a situation where mandated services such as the Sheriff’s Department would not be able funded at what he called a serviceable level. Brown said he hesitated to say what would qualify as a “serviceable level.” “It’s a challenging target that I don’t have an answer to,” said Brown, who added that in 2012, the county may be looking at cutting the budgets for mandated departments. “I don’t know who endorses the fact that we are not at a serviceable level but we only have so much money. Unlike the federal government, I will not, and legally we cannot, start a year with an unbalanced budget. We have to adopt a budget and balance it. And, if there is only so much revenue ... We can’t write check for something we don’t have funding for.” “I think this is a wake-up call for all of us; government has got to get back to basics,” said Lyons. “We saw this coming the last few years. The next two years, three years, who knows? They are not going to be any better and when we are sitting here next year at this time ... We had better grab this thing right now by the horns and get a hold of it because I don’t think this 7.5 to 10 percent is the way to go.” When the question was called to have Brown rework the budget with across-theboard budget cuts, it was defeated by a 5-2 vote with VanNortwick and Nevins casting the only votes in favor of the motion. Department heads can appeal the proposed budget during the Sept. 7 committee meeting. The board has until Oct. 26 to approve a budget for the 2011 fiscal year. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-09-02.pdf 56bd0e74ed61f200f7eaa0eb1363158d PDF Text Text Local woman leads DNRE team in recovery County budget could shut down important programs O-K Gold rivals get area’s only victories See Story on Page 7 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 18 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 35 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, September 2, 2010 Hastings unveils new alternative education program NEWS BRIEFS Labor Day walks planned in Middleville, Orangeville The Village of Middleville is hosting the 2010 Labor Day walk, beginning in Stagecoach Park at 9 a.m. Walkers will be able to cross between one and seven bridges, choosing a distance of one to 10 kilometers and will receive certificates. Walkers will go down the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail and cross bridges over the Thornapple River. “Come help the Village of Middleville celebrate Michigan’s Labor Day walking tradition,” said Village Clerk Jean Lamoreaux. The Labor Day Community Walk is sponsored by the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness, Health and Sports and the Michigan Fitness Foundation. For more information about this event, call 269-795-3385. Orangeville will be hosting its second Labor Day bridge walk, as well. Walkers should gather at the Gun River Inn at 11:30 a.m. The walk will begin at noon and return to the Inn for refreshments following. For more information, call the Orangeville Township office at 269-6644522. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer A traditional classroom setting may not work for some students for a variety of reasons. Still, for the past 10 years, Hastings High School students who could not attend regular high school classes or were not successful in that environment had to seek alternative education programs in neighboring school districts; but not anymore. The Hastings Area School District has unveiled its new online alternative education program in time for the start of 2010-11 school year. The program will use virtual classroom technology as well as more traditional online courses to help students earn their high school diplomas. “I think this is a great opportunity for a segment of our population that has been underserved,” said Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee. “Not all kids are successful in a traditional setting, and this is a non-traditional approach that may be a good opportunity for them. It is somewhat of an experiment, but worth the risk to serve those kids.” “We have two outstanding educators that really want this program to succeed,” said Satterlee of former Hastings High School government teacher Andrew Haines and former high school history teacher Steve Loomis, who, with more than 30 years of combined teaching experience, asked for a transfer to the alternative education program. I’m pretty excited to have them be the ones working with our kids.” “Last year, we began a pilot program with 12 students using the GenNet online education program. It’s a program that allows nontraditional students to attend high school without having to be here physically,” said Haines who noted that the flexibility of online courses allows students to schedule their class and study time around work or day care schedules. “It’s not about getting 50 students in the door, it’s about getting 50 students out the door with the right piece of paper in their hands.” Hastings Alternative Education teacher Andrew Haines Although students enrolled in teacher-led online courses qualify for seat time waivers (STW), which mean they don’t have to spend time in an actual classroom, Haines said he and Loomis are adamant that the students spend at least five hours a week in the wire- J-Ad Graphics News Service During the 2014-15 school year, the statewide Michigan Education Assessment Program (MEAP) test could be replaced by a nationwide, online standardized test. The change could allow schools to receive testing results within weeks instead of months as with the current MEAP test. Michigan recently joined several other states working to establish a set of stringent guidelines for what students in all states should know in each grade level, known as the National Common Core Standards. Currently, each state sets its own guidelines for student achievement. By adopting the National Common Core Standards, Michigan became a part of the Smarter Balances assess- Everyone is invited to attend the 28th annual Business, Industry and Education Luncheon at noon Tuesday, Sept. 7, in the Hastings High School cafeteria. This year’s guest speaker will be Dr. Rick Foster from Michigan State University. Spiritual Care Consultants (SCC), based in Hastings, is offering a free program to the public at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14 on the power of Christian prayer in the healing and restoration of broken lives. Dr. James Spindler, a local retired physician and SCC Board member, has made arrangements for his friends Dr. Peter and Eleanor Boelens to share their research data at the program entitled, “The Effect of Prayer on Depression and Anxiety.” The Boelens’ research project was sponsored by Duke University. The Boelens are former medical missionaries to Korea. Dr. Boelens is a retired director of the Luke Society, a Christian physician organization supporting more than 35 clinics around the world. The program will be held at the new church building of First Presbyterian Church of Hastings, 405 N. M-37 Highway (about a half mile north of Airport Road), Hastings. less mobile computer lab set up in the community room of the Community Education and Recreation Center (CERC). The mobile lab is set up for 25 students at a time and can easily be folded and put in a closet when another group wants to use the community See EDUCATION, page 16 Local superintendents respond to possible change in standardized testing Annual business, industry, education luncheon set Researchers to address effect of prayer on depression, anxiety Hastings Alternative Education instructor Andrew Haines sets up the wireless mobile computer lab in the community room at the Community Education and Recreation Center, where the new program will conduct class. ment Consortium, a group of more than 30 states that are working together to develop the new standardized testing system. “It is my understanding that the state is exploring this idea to provide the opportunity for teachers to have quicker access to the student data to enable them to modify lessons and instruction,” said Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Rona Steel. “I look forward to learning how the state plans to accommodate the different technology infrastructure in Michigan’s schools. This being said, I support any opportunity Michigan teachers have to support their instructional practice and help our students be See TESTING, page 16 Prairieville Township recall ballots are recounted by hand, which involves many assistants, canvassers and vote challengers. First day will be different Prairieville Township recall at Hastings High School recount validates results by David DeDecker Staff Writer The concept of “Every vote counts” takes on a whole new meaning during an election recount. In this case, the Prairieville Township proposals aimed to recall Jill Owens, township clerk, and Jim Stoneburner, township supervisor. The recall petition stated, “I believe that fraud or error was committed by precinct election inspectors in their canvas of votes in the election returns of August 3, 2010.” The hand recount took six and a half hours Tuesday, with the Barry County Clerk, deputy clerk, six assistants, four canvassers and two challengers participating. The office holders were not present for the recount. The process was open to the public. According to law, the recount information notice was posted as required under the Open Meetings Act. Letters were mailed to the office holders, canvassers, petitioner and recount team, confirming the time, date and location of the recount. A precinct vote is recountable if the seal on ballot container is secure; the seal number matches the number in poll book or ballot certificate which is signed by two officials; the physical recount of total ballots in container corresponds to the poll book number or statement of votes tape total. Each participant is under oath for the counting process. Using the sort method, each vote is looked at for a single issue vote. The votes for Jill Owens were counted first and separately, then all the ballots were counted again for votes concerning Jim Stoneburner. The assistant declared “Yes,” “No” or “Unvoted ballot” for each ballot. The ballots were then placed on a table where they are inspected by challengers to make sure each mark is within guidelines, legitimate and legal. If they deem the vote is not valid, they must complete a form explaining the challenge, sign the explanation, the form is put into a red-sealed envelope, the seal is initialed by two recount officers and placed in the ballot container. Each challenge is numbered or lettered for organizational purposes. The board of canvassers then reviews all challenges. At the end of the day, precincts were recountable and the results did not change. Both recalls failed Aug. 3. Owens had 430468 for a total of 898 votes and Stoneburner had 440-526, for a total of 966 votes. There were no challenged votes. Pam Jarvis, Barry County Clerk stated, "A lot of work goes into elections. I am pleased that the integrity of the voting machines remains intact with the outcome of this physical recount. The fact that the manual count confirmed the machine count is fantastic." For students at Hastings High School, the first day of school, Wednesday, Sept. 8, will be different from the first day of school in previous years. Instead of students simply following their schedules for the entire day, the first day will run as an orientation day. “We structured this day so there will be fewer interruptions in classes later,” explained Principal Tim Johnston. “The day will be much more exciting and welcoming to our students. It will look more like a college orientation.” Students will follow their respective class through different sessions in the morning. These sessions will include a range of topics designed to address certain aspects of school, including a class meeting, training on computer usage, focus on successful study habits, school pictures, a club fair and a speech by Hastings graduate and former Major League baseball player Dann Howitt. Howitt played for the Oakland A’s, Seattle Mariners and the Chicago White Sox between 1989 and 1994. He was the last batter to face Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan, a meeting which resulted in Howitt’s grand slam home run. “We feel very honored that Mr. Howitt is willing to come back to his alma mater and share his life story. We really look forward to hearing what he has to say,” said Johnston. These morning sessions will be followed with a free all-school lunch with the Saxon Spirit Bus. Students will then follow their class schedules for abbreviated periods to meet their teachers and learn class expectations. The day will end with a pep assembly. During the pep assembly, raffle prizes will be given for students who return the information sheets sent home to two weeks ago. Students should be reminded to have these sheets ready to turn in when they enter the building on the first day of school. This information includes a contact sheet, school insurance information, and picture day order form. “We have had hundreds of dollars worth of raffle prizes donated by local businesses. As always, the people of Barry County have shown their support.” Johnston said, adding that prizes were donated by Allure, the school’s athletic department, The Hangar, Hungry Howie’s, Mancino’s, McDonald’s, Northside Pizza, Razor’s Edge, River Bend Golf Course, The Saxon Store and State Grounds. “Orientation Day isn’t over at 3:15,” Johnston continued. “Our parents and students are invited to a free welcome back hot dog roast at 6 p.m. The traditional parent open house will follow this from 7 to 8 p.m.” During the open house, parents are invited to follow their children’s schedules to meet their teachers. “The teachers at Hastings High School are very excited about these changes,” added Johnston. Parents who have questions are encouraged to call the school at 269-948-4409. �Page 2 — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Sun shines all through Summerfest The annual car show fills State Street Sunday during Summerfest. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Lawn ornaments and other crafts decorate the courthouse lawn during Summerfest. by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern Hastings Summerfest returned for the 31st year Aug. 27 to 29 as the end-of-summer celebration in downtown Hastings. Friday, Saturday and Sunday featured several events and activities for people of all ages, including a grand parade, inflatables, live music and a rubber duck race. Andre Wiegand, Barry County Chamber of Commerce membership manager, said the unofficial estimate was around 20,000 people at Summerfest — some for just one day or one activity, and some people frequenting the event for its entirety. “Summerfest is really one of the only small-town events that I go out of my way to attend. It’s full of spirit and it’s a great time. Any direction that you walk, you’ll find some sort of activity or something to do. The people are also really friendly and I enjoyed the atmosphere in general,” said out-of-town attendee Everett Kettle. The grand parade this year was themed ‘Chicago Live’ and drew in businesses and others of all sorts to ride the streets of downtown, showing off their floats, vehicles and costumes to hundreds of people lining the sidewalks. Winning awards with their showmanship in Dozens of booths are set up on the courthouse lawn for the duration of Summerfest, with people browsing and buying. the parade for the band/marching category was the Thornapple Arts Council in first, J-Ad Graphics taking second, and the Hastings Elks placing third. For the mobile category, Justin Carriage Works took first place, the Squirt truck (Dave Steely) took second, and Historic Charlton Park came in third. In the float division, Gold Star Outdoors placed first, Thornapple Players second, and Hastings City Bank third. Finally, in the animal category, Bonnie Adams with Youth for Education came first, Yoders Exotic Animals took second, and the Barry County Humane Society came in third. An estimated 420 walkers and runners of all ages turned out for the 23rd annual mile-long fun run Saturday morning. Sixty volunteers helped guide participants and give out free “drug-free crowd” T-shirts at the finish line. Some of the cars at the annual car show Sunday had fancy paint jobs, like this one. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The children’s parade rolled down State Street Sunday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) First to take the main stage at Summerfest 2010 was the Smyrna Band. Gracing the corner of State Street and South Jefferson was Chuck Whiting and His Rowdy Friends. The rockabilly band includes Chuck Whiting on guitar and Andrew Whiting on stand-up bass. Missing from photo is band member Dee Hoffman. Classic cars lined the sides of State Street Sunday during the annual car show at Hastings Summerfest. (Photo by Perry Hardin) �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — Page 3 Floats pass by, displaying the theme of ‘Chicago Blues.’ Tom Otto of Otto’s Turkey Farm arrived at 4 p.m. with the celebrity "Tom" for the Summerfest Turkey Drop. The Thornapple Arts Council, first place winners in the band/marching category, plays music on their float, while keeping with the theme. Susie Pickett of Dowling, accompanied by her grandson, Jayden Orns, won $215 at the first Summerfest Turkey Drop. Her ticket matched the winning sponsorship square of Bosley Pharmacy. The Elks club opens its doors to Summerfest guests for a barbecue. Children collect candy and other items handed out during the parade. 77549392 Hastings Branch Hours: Children take advantage of the inflatables throughout the three days of Summerfest. �Page 4 — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV County board needs to be fair, consistent To the editor: After a 93-year relationship, the Barry County Board of Commissioners is considering eliminating all funding to the county’s MSU Extension office. In a report submitted to the board, the county administrator recommended that zero dollars be appropriated for Extension programs. We all understand that these are difficult times for the county since property values have fallen and there are fewer revenues to draw from, but cuts to critically important programming now will drive costs up in the future. MSU Extension offers essential educational services to county residents that other county departments cannot provide. Our local Extension office serves civic leaders, community organizations, businesses, families, children and agriculture and natural resource managers with needs-based, unbiased, university generated information. For every dollar Barry County invests in Extension, Michigan State University leverages or contributes $3. Our local office also generated $200,000 in grant money last year to further support programs in the community that produce results — with 4-H as a primary example. Although smaller in population, Barry County has the largest 4-H program among six neighboring counties, and 4-H is a proven youth development program keeping kids in school and out of court systems. Beyond 4-H, MSU Extension impacts community and economic development through the local foods network, community capacity building, partnerships with the Barry County Economic Development Alliance and the Barry Community Foundation’s entrepreneur program, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Better Kid Care Program, Building Strong Families program, school enrichment services and agriculture and agribusiness assistance. Extension services are all focused on quality of life and economic development that will work to improve the tax base and create funding for all services. In 2009, when Extension was threatened with state budget cuts, Barry County Commissioners voted a resolution of support that stated, in part, that the Barry County Board of Commissioners wished to convey to Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm and to state legislators that the 50 percent reduction of state funding for MSU Extension was an unacceptable solution to the state’s budget problem. Now, one year later, our county is the only county in the state of Michigan proposing to cut all funding to MSU Extension, effectively eliminating support services and closing the local Extension office. We know that the entire county, including Extension, cannot expect to operate in the upcoming year without some cuts. What we are asking is that MSU Extension be treated the same as all other county departments in the county budget process. Write Us A Letter Michael J. Spezia Chair, MSU Extension Council HERE ARE THE RULES: The Hastings Banner welcomes letters to the editor from readers, but there are a few conditions that must be met before they will be published. The requirements are: • All letters must be signed by the writer, with address and phone number provided for verification. All that will be printed is the writer’s name and community of residence. We do not publish anonymous letters, and names will be withheld at the editor’s discretion for compelling reasons only. • Letters that contain statements that are libelous or slanderous will not be published. • All letters are subject to editing for style, grammar and sense. • Letters that serve as testimonials for or criticisms of for-profit businesses will not be accepted. • Letters serving the function of “cards of thanks” will not be accepted unless there is a compelling public interest, which will be determined by the editor. • Letters that include attacks of a personal nature will not be published or will be edited heavily. • “Crossfire” letters between the same two people on one issue will be limited to one for each writer. • In an effort to keep opinions varied, there is a limit of one letter per person per month. • We prefer letters to be printed legibly or typed, double-spaced. Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. Danny Castillo, Ionia: “Brian Calley is from our area. He will bring the good things he has done locally to the entire state of Michigan community.” Matt Spitzley, Ionia: “Brian Calley is young and full of positive energy. I think he will help turn the tide in Michigan if he and Rick Snyder are elected.” Jennifer Kent, Lake Odessa: “I’ve heard he’s a good candidate. I’m sure we’ll learn more about him as the election gets closer.” County budget could shut down three important programs During the Barry County Board of The following shows the total numbers and rank of the Barry County Fair, compared to other county-type fairs in the state of Commissioners Aug. 17 meeting, County Michigan. (Source: State of Michigan, Department of Agriculture) Administrator Michael Brown explained to Year Livestock Sales Rank Youth exhibitors State rank* Attendance State rank* commissioners they were facing deep cuts in 2001 $342,579 5 400 28 45,000 29 next year’s budget process. Brown explained 2002 $359,160 2 700 25 45,000 26 2003 $352,744 5 319 17 45,000 29 that the proposed budget totals $13.5 million 2004 $453,121 1 833 12 45,000 26 budget which is $632,338 less than the current 2005 $433,273 1 700 21 41,000 29 2006 $460,950 1 734 19 45,000 26 budget, includes the steepest cuts seen in 15 2007 $403,598 3 736 21 35,964 29 years, and possibly the history of the county. 2008 $420,543 4 867 17 38,138 32 * Rank estimates Brown went on to explain where the cuts would come from, listing non-mandated proFigures for 2009 and 2010 have not yet been compiled by the state. According to the Barry County Extension office , the combined grams for elimination of funding, except for livestock sales in 2009 was $408,066 and in July of this year, combined sales reached $510,241. debt retirement, and a 2001 airport taxi street expansion project. Reductions would also eliminate funding for the county Extension office and the Economic Development Alliance office (EDA) and every $1 the county invests in the program, Michigan State University leverages or contributes more than $3. The local office some reductions at the Barry Conservation District office. For the most part, the work of this current board of commission- generated more than $200,000 in grant money last year alone for ers has been routine. But since last week’s announcement from local programs, plus thousands more in funding to support youths, Brown that cuts in the upcoming budget were necessary, it put a level families, farmers and community. There are presently 56 4-H clubs of responsibility on this board they haven’t faced during their tenure. in the county, with nearly 1,000 members, 352 adult leaders and 74 The job of dealing with this budget will give us an indication of the youth volunteers, which adds up to more than 60,000, volunteer commissioners’ leadership skills and the level of concern they have hours. I was attended the livestock sale as I always do, and was confor their constituents and our community because their actions will cerned that the dollar amounts would be down due to the economy. determine what Barry County will look like in the coming years. A January of 1983 report conducted by the Michigan Department But surprisingly, even though the number of buyers and animals of Labor’s Office of Industrial Training said, “high unemployment were both down, the Barry County Fair broke its own record for the and job loss appears to be Barry County’s number one problem at the highest amount — more than half a million dollars — brought in present time.” The report went on to say, “There exists in Barry from the small and large animal auctions. This is clearly an indicaCounty severe barriers to economic development which will, unless tion of how much local business owners support the kids in all areas addressed, make it difficult for the county to compete in replacing of 4-H. For nearly 66 years, the Barry Conservation District has taken the lost jobs and providing jobs for an expanding county population.” One of those barriers they discussed more than 27 years ago was the lead role in working with farmers, granges and other interested parlack of a full-time economic development person or grants coordi- ties in promoting conservation throughout the county. Over the nator. One of the reasons given was the lack of support for the posi- years, the District has concentrated on implementing soil, water and tion – “It would cost money and it would take too long to accomplish habitat conservation practices. They have become the environmental experts, something we all like to talk about, but they actually make anything, and many would expect instant results.” It wasn’t until six years later that the board of commissioners gave it happen through education, programs, projects and professional its support to form a full-time economic development office. Now, help in our community. The program isn’t mandated by the state, but, again, that doesn’t fast-forward 27 years and the current board of commissioners apparently is questioning the importance a full-time economic develop- mean it’s not important. The county administrator wants to base the budget strictly on ment office, despite all the headway we’ve made in recent years. mandated vs. non-mandated expenditures, which makes balancing A county not willing to support economic development is like an automobile agency with a lot full of cars and no salespeople – you the budget much easier. But the board of commissioners should look need someone to sell the cars, fill out the paperwork and complete at the budget as mandated and ‘important’ to the general well-being the transaction. I think most commissioners would agree, the office of our county by looking for ways to close the gap of the budget may not be a mandated position, but that doesn’t mean it’s not shortfall. It reminds me of the old phrase, “When times get tough the important. The EDA will most likely determine the economic cli- tough get going.” This is one of those times residents expect government to become a problem-solver by looking for ways to reduce mate in Barry County’s future. The Alliance has provided a countywide presence with a focus on expenditures that are less sensitive to our residents while looking for entrepreneurship and business growth, along with enhancing pro- new ways to streamline government in the future. Maybe it’s time for grams for business retention through a human resource network, the an independent ad hoc committee of interested community members local Manufacturers Council and the economic summit. These pro- looking for new ways to reduce spending while maintaining servicgrams would not be possible if it weren’t for the efforts of a full-time es to our residents. Businesses of all sizes throughout the county — and the state for staff. The EDA also has supported the HomeTown partners program of “creating a community climate that fosters business growth that that matter — have been doing it for some time now, so maybe it’s results in positive economic activity.” These are issues that need con- time to drill for savings in county government. In the end, the nonstant attention if we expect to be successful in our attempt to remain mandated programs the county’s administrator lops off the balance competitive. The EDA has been operational since 1990 and has a list sheet are very important to most Barry County residents and will of accomplishments that, without support from the county, will like- make a drastic impact on the economic conditions throughout the ly diminish or even go away. The office has assisted in securing more county. Just the 4-H program alone adds tens of thousands of dollars than $3 million in grant funds and tax incentives benefiting local of economic benefit as 4-Hers work through their projects. This decibusinesses and communities and helped to retain or create opportu- sion could even jeopardize the Barry County Fair if the program begins to deteriorate. nities for more than 250 jobs in the past two years. The mandated programs the commissioners are talking about for And what about the Extension office? It was just 11 months ago the most part are programs the state requires for dealing with crimes when this county board created and passed a resolution opposing the and criminals, not the general population. Non-mandated programs state government’s position on cutting funding for Michigan State University Extension program and the Michigan Agricultural such as MSU Extension, 4-H, Master Gardeners, HomeTown Experiment Stations due to what they called, “a valued partnership Partners and Green Team and others are all educational programs with county, state and federal government for 86 years.” The county enjoyed by the general population and warrant some level of fundcommissioners on Oct. 27, 2009, voted unanimously to support the ing. The decision county commissioners will make Tuesday could resolution opposing a veto of funding for these programs. Former Chairman Michael Callton made an addition to the motion that said, determine what kind of community we’ll become in the future, its “Now therefore be it resolved, that a copy of this resolution be sub- important to our community that the board make the right decisions mitted to Gov. Jennifer Granholm, Michigan State Representatives by cutting all programs proportionally while continuing to look for [which he hopes to become] and the other 82 Michigan counties.” additional savings and sparing non-mandated programs. A full-page advertisement in this week’s Reminder outlines the Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. importance the MSU Extension office brings to county residents. For The Hastings What does Calley bring to the ticket? Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Republican candidate for Michigan governor Rick Snyder has selected local State Rep. Brian Calley as his running mate to serve as lieutenant governor. What does Calley bring to the ticket? Lisa Bell, Sunfield: I haven’t heard too much about him, but what I’ve heard is good. Randy Powell, Saranac: “Calley brings youth to the ticket, fresh ideas and a new perspective to help balance out Snyder. He is also principled.” Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com Jim Sutherland, Hastings: “I think Brian Calley is an intelligent servant, but his statement about Southwest Michigan becoming dependent on the service industry is not right. If we don’t manufacture products, we have nothing to service. The health industry isn’t going to have anyone to service if there is no one here. We have to put the focus back on building goods from raw products. He’s a good enough person, but I think he needs to change his mind about dependence on the service industry, and so do others.” John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — Page 5 Six principles could change America’s schools IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Cutting 4-H, Extension would be a big deal To the editor: Within a short time, our Barry County Commissioners will be setting the 2011 budget. In that proposed budget is a line item that is extremely important to the young people of Barry County - namely our 4-Hers. The commissioners have proposed to designate zero dollars for our MSU Extension office. These would be the funds that support our 4-H program and all the people who administer that program. If you have not experienced the benefits of 4-H yourself or your children have not, then perhaps that doesn’t seem like a big deal to you. But for the thousands who have been in 4H – the two of us 65 years ago and our son 45 years ago – believe me, it’s a big deal. And for the thousands or so who are currently enrolled in a 4-H club, it is a big deal. Aside from teaching the basic “nuts and bolts” of many projects, from sewing and baking to learning about and caring for many different species of animals, 4-H inspires leadership, responsibility, finances and taking good care of one’s self for their club, their community, their country and their world. The 4-H pledge, which is repeated many times by each 4-Her, states this. Personally, 4-H gave us so many experiences we would never have had otherwise. We truly believe it equipped us for the various positions we have held since that time. We don’t want to see our youths of today deprived of these life-building experiences here in Barry County. We most urgently ask each and every Barry County Commissioner to carefully think through this budget proposal for the MSU Extension office. We know times are tough for everyone. However, let’s not make them tougher for our young people. They need to have every bit of support we can possibly give them. The MSU Extension office most definitely needs to be put back in the 2011 budget with the most funding possible. To view the budget, go to http://www. barrycounty.org/cow.pdf. Blair and Leila Hawblitz, Nashville Painting roads is better than moving moving monument To the editor: In these tight financial times, we all think twice before spending money. That’s why I find it incredulous that John Hart, the community development director for the City of Hastings, considers it more important to spend public money on moving a statue. Has Hart ever heard of a cost/benefit analysis? What is the financial benefit here? Nothing. I could make a better case of painting the roads white in the summer (to dissipate heat), and black in the winter (to enhance snow melt on sunny days). If you want to move a statue Hart, spend your own money, don’t spend mine. John Shields, Hastings To the editor: In June, I wrote a letter about the disconnect between educational attitudes and educational performance while politicians, administrators and teacher unions hide behind the great hoax that money and MEAP scores are the solution/cure-all to all problems inside schools. Since that time, I received a copy of a work written by Dennis Prager from Creaters.com, from another retired Hastings teacher that pretty much states what should be said to students, what should be implemented in the school program and also the kind of educational leadership that will be needed to pull public education out of its death spiral. The speech could be modified to ageappropriate language for elementary and middle school age students, too, to set the tone of what is expected on Day 1 of a student’s school career. By instilling and reinforcing the values within this speech, schools would be improved in an instant without the need for more taxes. It is a privilege to attend school and not just a right, so groom the students in the values that made the U.S. first in the world, not those values (or lack of) that today are ripping it apart. Remember, money and MEAP, the good old M’s of the educational establishment, have not been the answer in the past or in the future for that matter to improve educational performance. Unfortunately these M’s have caused the meltdown witnessed today given by the current generation of ‘sweet talkers’ who give lip service to what is best for children or our country while looting the public treasury for personal gain. Here is what Prager wrote: “A speech every American high school principal should give, July 13, 2010. “If every school principal gave this speech at the beginning of the next school year, America would be a better place. To the students and faculty of our high school: I am your new principal and honored to be so. There is no greater calling than to teach young people. I would like to apprise you of some important changes coming to our school. I am making these changes because I am convinced that most of the ideas that have dominated public education in America have worked against you, against your teachers and against our country. “First, this school will no longer honor race or ethnicity. I could not care less if your racial makeup is black, brown, red, yellow or white. I could not care less if your origins are African, Latin American, Asian or European, or if your ancestors arrived here on the Mayflower or on slave ships. The only identity I care about, the only one this school will recognize, is your individual identity — your character, your scholarship, your humanity. And the only national identity this school will care about is American. This is an American public school, and American public schools were created to make better Americans. If you wish to affirm an ethnic, racial or religious identity through school, you will have to go elsewhere. We will end all ethnicity-, raceand non-American nationality-based celebrations. They undermine the motto of America, one of its three central values — e pluribus unum, “from many, one.” “And this school will be guided by America’s values. This includes all afterschool clubs. I will not authorize clubs that divide students based on any identities. This includes race, language, religion, sexual orientation or whatever else may become in vogue in a society divided by political correctness . Your clubs will be based on interests and passions, not blood, ethnic, racial or other physically defined ties. Those clubs just cultivate narcissism — an unhealthy preoccupation with the self — while the purpose of education is to get you to think beyond yourself. So we will have clubs that transport you to the wonders and glories of art, music, astronomy, languages you do not already speak, carpentry and more. If the only extracurricular activities you can imagine being interesting in are those based on ethnic, racial or sexual identity, that means that little outside of yourself really interests you. “Second, I am uninterested in whether English is your native language. My only interest in terms of language is that you leave this school speaking and writing English as fluently as possible. The English language has united America’s citizens for over 200 years, and it will unite us at this school. It is one of the indispensable reasons this country of immigrants has always come to be one country. And if you leave this school without excellent English language skills , I would be remiss in my duty to ensure that you will be prepared to successfully compete in the American job market. We will learn other lan- guages here — it is deplorable that most Americans only speak English — but if you want classes taught in your native language rather than in English, this is not your school. “Third, because I regard learning as a sacred endeavor, everything in this school will reflect learning’s elevated status. This means, among other things, that you and your teachers will dress accordingly. Many people in our society dress more formally for Hollywood events than for church or school. These people have their priorities backward. Therefore, there will be a formal dress code at this school. “Fourth, no obscene language will be tolerated anywhere on this school’s property — whether in class, in the hallways or at athletic events. If you can’t speak without [cursing] you can’t speak. By obscene language I mean the words banned by the Federal Communications Commission, plus epithets even when used [casually]. It is my intent that by the time you leave this school, you will be among the few your age to instinctively distinguish between the elevated and the degraded, the holy and the obscene. “Fifth, we will end all self-esteem programs. In this school, self-esteem will be attained in only one way — the way people attained it until decided otherwise a generation ago — by earning it. One immediate consequence is that there will be one valedictorian, not eight. “Sixth, and last, I am reorienting the school toward academics and away from politics and propaganda. No more time will devoted to scaring you about smoking and caffeine, or terrifying you about sexual harassment or global warming . No more semesters will be devoted to condom wearing and teaching you to regard sexual relations as only or primarily a health issue. There will be no more attempts to convince you that you are a victim because you are not white, or not male, or not heterosexual or not Christian. We will have failed if any one of you graduates this school and does not consider him or herself inordinately lucky — to be alive and to be an American. “Now, please stand and join me in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of our country. As many of you do not know the words, your teachers will hand them out to you.” Larry Gibson, retired Hastings teacher Focus should be on promoting One swipe of pen could have negative impact on county’s young city, providing recreation To the editor: I agree with the editorial in the Aug. 26 Banner opposing relocating the war monument from Tyden Park to the courthouse lawn. Our beautiful courthouse building is the focal point of downtown Hastings. By putting the monument in the northwest corner of the court yard, it will partially block the view of the courthouse to all those entering town at the stoplight on Broadway and State street. If the city needs to make changes, it should consider economic decisions that will bring people into town and contribute to its development. Personally, I would like to see, for instance, a space created for ice skating to provide recreation in the winter. This is an example of what other towns are doing to maintain activity level in the off-season when outdoor festivals and cultural events are prohibited by the weather. Karen Morgan, Hastings Future of economic development in Barry County at risk To the editor: The county’s proposed draft budget for 2011 eliminates any and all investment in economic development for Barry County because it is not a legally mandated service of county government. The question then becomes, is economic development a necessary investment on behalf of Barry County residents and businesses to grow local communities and create a vibrant economy? If what we value today is a reflection of our tomorrow, then the answer can be nothing short of a definitive “yes.” Barry County is not any different than most American rural communities seeking to find a solution to economic development challenges that create new jobs and grow businesses. In this global economy, rural businesses are often overlooked in the grand scheme of things at state and national levels. It is more important now than ever before to strengthen community and regionally focused economic development strategies on behalf of Barry County. It is within our reach to grow our local Barry County economy. However, it takes consistency and focus over the long haul to create an entrepreneurial mindset supporting growth that will result in systemic change. The Barry County Economic Development Alliance was established in 2002 to do just that through a proactive and steady economic development approach focused on the needs of our businesses and communities. Since 2002, the Alliance has created an environment for retention and expansion of business and industry in Barry County consistent with the preservation of the rural quality of life. Many business and community leaders have volunteered their time, energy and expertise to the design and establishment of the Alliance over the past decade and more. The current Alliance board, represents 17 community sectors with 20 business and community leaders voluntarily serving as board members. The Barry County Board of Commissioners committed funds to foster a county-wide economic development strategy beginning in 2002. While economic develop- ment is not a mandated service of a county government, nor does the county offer these services internally, the county board stepped up on behalf of citizens, businesses and communities to invest in the Barry County Economic Development Alliance to enhance local economic activity. More recently, the county has proposed a draft budget for 2011, eliminating any and all investment in economic development for Barry County simply because it is not a legally mandated service of county government. Today’s economic challenges require municipalities to reassess all expenditures, but it must be asked if the elimination of economic development is the place to cut spending. The elimination of economic development investment and the trade-off of its longterm potential gain to Barry County residents, businesses and communities is not worth the minimal short-term savings to county administration. The voice of business, industry and community needs to be heard since short-term funding solutions are decided upon by your elected officials. You have a say in how your tax dollars are allocated on behalf of your community, especially when those decisions impact the long-term economic potential of Barry County. For a list of Barry County Commissioners, go to w w w. b a r r y c o u n t y. o rg / c o u n t y departments/board-of-commissioners/ to make your voice heard. The county will be considering a budgetary appeal by the Alliance Tuesday, Sept. 7, at 9 a.m. in the council chambers. Input prior to that date and voiced at the meeting could impact budget decisions made for Barry County for 2011 and future years. Economic development activities today will surely impact Barry County’s future economic vibrancy, so do not let this decision go by without your opinion being heard. Valerie Byrnes, president, Barry County Economic Development Alliance To the editor: Occasionally, an injustice is done which weighs very heavily on a person’s mind. This was the case when we heard of the recommendation by Michael Brown, Barry County administrator, to discontinue all funding to the 4-H Barry County Extension office. This is truly a decision that has totally ignored the heartbeat of the community and our county. Funding in these programs should be treated as sacred, with so much at risk. As I understand, although we have the smallest population, Barry County has the largest 4-H program among six neighboring counties. Plus, according to Kathy Pennington, of the local Extension office, MSU leverages or contributes $3 to every $1 funded to our Extension office. A mere swipe of the pen can and will have an extreme negative impact on our children. When we stop putting children first, the fate of our future and, more importantly theirs, has been deter- Obey crossing guards, school buses To the editor: When a crossing guard is in a crosswalk with the ‘stop’ sign held to keep vehicles from crossing, it is a misdemeanor to drive in that section of crosswalk. State law requires a driver of motor vehicle to stop and wait until the crossing guard is out of the crosswalk. Fines of such a violation are steep at $150. However, if a driver injures or kills a child or guard, then we are no longer talking fines. If a driver kills a child, he or she may face prison terms up to 15 years. It is well worth the wait to ensure our children’s safety. Drivers of motor vehicles must stop when a bus has its red flashing lights on. Failure to do this could result in being fined upwards of $250. If a driver were to hit and injure or kill a child, then again the sentence is 15 years in prison. We want everyone to be safe this fall. Be careful and watch for our children as they go to school. Your cell phone can wait, and absolutely no texting. Our children deserve safe trips to school. Dar Leaf Barry County Sheriff Don’t spend money we don’t have To the editor: I agree with Fred Jacobs’ opposition to moving the Civil War monument. Why spend money we do not have or afford with the economy in its current state? Duh. It does not take rocket science to figure it out. Deb James, Hastings mined. Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick’s phase “share the pain” was a very good approach to this problem. Personally, my children are the last ones I want to feel the pain. I relate this to Christmas; when finances are difficult and the economy is tough, I will exhaust all other available options before my children totally miss their Christmas, and not one swipe of the pen will their Christmas be gone. The county board needs to take another look. They do a great job but they’re missing the boat on this one. God bless VanNortwick and Don Nevins for listening to their conscience and taking a stand to save our youths, our future. Together, we can right this wrong. Please get involved. Bruce and Sandy Campbell, Dowling When will commissioners realize negative impact? To the editor: I am very concerned with the proposed budget cut by the county for MSU Extension. The county is proposing to fund MSU Extension at zero dollars next year. This drastic move is serious and detrimental to the community. This decision will cause MSU Extension to eventually close in Barry County. Just think of how this will affect youths and their development without a 4-H program. 4H was an important part of our lives when my kids were growing up. What will happen to the fair? The majority of the fair consists of 4-H animals and projects. There is revenue obtained from youths selling their animals each year. Will this decision cause the fair to close also? This decision will have a domino effect not only on youths but on their families and all of the people involved in MSU Extension who seek education to better their lives. Where are our commissioners to support this organization and realize the negative impact it will have on our county and its people if MSU Extension is lost? Phylis Anderson, Hastings Call 945-9554 for Hastings Banner classified ads Havoc in Hastings (A MEDIEVAL EVENT) Saturday, Sept. 4 10am to 4pm Charlton Park • Hastings, Mich. PUBLIC ADMISSION: Adults $6 / Children $4 (under 12) Activities include archery, rapier fencing, heavy weapons, and thrown weapons, also combat with swords, maces, spears and shields. The focus of Havoc in Hastings is the equestrian competition. Horses and riders from near and far will test their training on the field in lance and target courses and other challenges. Merchants will also be selling their wares while townsfolk demonstrate period skills and pastimes. www.charltonpark.org UPCOMING EVENTS: Village, Museum & Recreation Area Antique & Craft Show Sat., Sept. 11th Walk in the Spirit Pow Wow Sept. 18 & 19 07551555 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings, MI 49058-8102 Ph: 269-945-3775 Fax: 269-945-0390 www.charltonpark.org �Page 6 — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Give a memorial that can go on forever... A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call the Barry Community Foundation at (269) 945-0526. Worship Together… 77548954 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Father Al Russell, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Al Russell, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. The praise team rehearses on Wednesday’s at 6:30 p.m. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-731-5194 or -517-8521806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-945-9121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday MidWeek: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost Sept. 5 - Worship 8 & 10 a.m. No Sunday School. Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7 p.m.; Women’s Al-Anon 7 p.m. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269-945-2698. http://www.discovergrace.org FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 6 p.m. Chancel Choir Practice. Saturday 10 a.m. Praise Team. Wednesday 6 p.m. Great Start Parent Meeting at 231 S. Broadway. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Area Obituaries G. Elizabeth (Betts) Scheerens GRAND LEDGE, MI - G. Elizabeth (Betts) Scheerens, age 91, of Grand Ledge, formerly of Hastings, died Friday, August 27, 2010. She was born in Highland Park, the daughter of Alexander and Anna Nay. Betts was a graduate of Henry Ford School of Nursing and served as an Army nurse during World War II. She later worked for Dr. Castelman, Pennock Hospital and Thornapple Manor in Hastings. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Hastings for more than 40 years. Betts was a 50 year volunteer for the American Red Cross. She married Kenneth Hoffman in 1942. He passed away in 1966. She later married Daniel Scheerens who died in 1991. Betts was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Kenneth Hoffman, Daniel Scheerens; and son, Kenneth Harvey Hoffman II. She is survived by her sons, Carl J. (Elizabeth Naumberg) Hoffman of Rochester, NY, Harvey J. (Susan) Hoffman of Grand Ledge; daughter, Alexandra (RB Jr.) Omo; grandchildren, RB Omo III, James, Andrew and Steven Omo, Alexander and Ross Hoffman, Martha Naumberg, Ashleigh Hoffman, Elizabeth (Kevin) Colburn, John Massey III, Tammy (Gus) Patrick, Julie (Mark) Twining and 18 great-grandchildren. Graveside services were held Tuesday, August 31, 2010 at Riverside Cemetery. Reverend Willard Curtis officiated the service. Memorials can be made to First Presbyterian Church, 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 or the American Red Cross. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our web page to leave a message or memory to the family. (www.girrbachfuneralhome.net). New immunization requirements given for school entry Children entering kindergarten and sixth grade and any child changing school districts will be facing new immunization requirements before starting school this fall. Youngsters entering kindergarten have always been required to receive booster doses of their childhood vaccines. In the past, this meant an additional dose of diphtheria tetanus and pertussis (DTaP), polio and measles mumps rubella (MMR) vaccines before starting kindergarten. New school rules also require two doses of varicella (chicken pox) vaccine or a history of having had chicken pox. Most children received their first dose of varicella vaccine at age 1. Sixth grade students have been required to receive a dose of tetanus and diphtheria (Td) vaccine. The new school rules will require sixth grade students who are at least 11 years old to receive a dose of Tdap (which provides a booster of pertussis (whooping cough) with the tetanus and diphtheria, a dose of meningococcal vaccine, and two doses of varicella vaccine or a history of chickenpox disease. Any child changing school districts will be required to have the above vaccines as appropriate for their age. Many vaccines are recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and physicians, but are not required for school entry. Physicians also may recommend Hepatitis A and influenza vaccines for kindergartners. They may recommend hepatitis a, influenza, and human papillomavirus vaccine (HPV) for adolescents. For more information, call the Barry-Eaton District Health Department at 269-945-9516, ext. 129. Ronald J. Angus Kimberley Ann Hill BELLEVUE, MI - Ronald John Angus, age 64, of Bellevue, went to be with the Lord August 28, 2010 at home. He was born February 7, 1946, the son of Linnwood E. and Mildred (Newberry) Angus in Battle Creek. Ronald married Jacqueline “Jackie” Cornwell on August 7, 1993. She survives. Also surviving are sons, Ronald (Lisa) Angus of Assyria, Rodney Angus of Ceresco; daughters, Tammy Angus of Kalamazoo, Teresa (Troy) Vahs of Bellevue; stepchildren, Corley Cullers of West Virginia, Tanya Cullers or North Carolina, Douglas Webb of Bellevue; 13 grandchildren; one great grandchild; two brothers; two sisters; special niece, Becky Eggerstedt; special aunts, Joan Evans, Gerry Ormsbee and several special nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Ivan, Darwin and Dale Angus. Ronald loved his career in trucking, his Volvo semi-truck, his trucking companion, a Jack Russell terrier, McKinsey and car shows. He was a former member of the Eagle Aerie #299 in Pennfield. Ronald was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Funeral services took place on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010 at Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue with Pastor David MacDonald officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Barry County Food Bank or to the family. The family is being served by Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. www.shawfuneralhome.com. Kimberley Ann Hill, age 53, passed peacefully at home with her family present on Tuesday, August 31, 2010, after a long battle with ovarian cancer. Kim was born in Cadillac on May 22, 1957, of the union of Theola Gillow and Donald Sherman. She proudly attended Lake City High School in northern Michigan where she excelled in school, sports and friendships, graduating in the top of her class in 1975. She attended the University of Michigan from the inspiration of her high school chemistry teacher and followed her deep sense of compassion to become a registered nurse, graduating in 1979. Kim was constantly in pursuit of excellence and went on to achieve a masters degree in public health from the University of Michigan. Kim began a long and successful career in nursing starting at the University of Michigan hospital and later went on to specialize in a newly developing field of intervention radiology. Kim was able to work under Dr. Perry Arnold, one of the early pioneers in this field in Baltimore where they perfected many types of medical procedures without having to do severe and damaging surgery. She also went on to become a very valuable team member at Riverside Hospital in Columbus, Ohio and then Skyridge Medical Center in Aurora, Colorado based on her extensive experience in the intervention radiology field of nursing. With a sense of great adventure and tremendous patience, she followed her husband's career moves to Chicago, Dallas, Baltimore, Columbus, Denver, Madison and finally to Hastings. During all of these moves, she was able to work in high quality medical centers while also raising a family of three sons. She took great pride in her work contributions but was most proud of her family and her efforts in shaping the character and compassion of these young men. She took a number of years out of the workplace to focus her efforts on the raising of her family. Kim had a number of passions in life in addition to her work and raising her family. Besides the normal routine of consummate gardener and renowned cook, she was an active sales rep. for Longaberger Baskets in Dresden, Ohio. She attended many of the "bees" with her close friends and fellow associates often traveling from the east coast. Kim was also an avid collector of antiques and country decorations and found great fun in shopping and collecting these "gems" which filled and warmed the many homes for her family. Kim had a wonderful sense of adventure and was always game for a raft trip down the Arkansas River or for skiing down the mountains of Colorado. Kim will be remembered for her quick and wonderful smile and her graceful manner with every situation. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Pat Eising. Kim is survived by her husband Dan Hill; three loving sons, Nick , Nate and Brady Hill; sister, Sandy (Doug) Mann and a brother, Chuck (Karen) Sherman; many beloved nieces and nephews. She will be dearly missed for her place in making this a better world. Visitation will be held Saturday, Sept. 4 from 10 a.m. until service time. Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 4, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Chaplain William Doubblestein will be officiating services. Memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society, 129 Jefferson Avenue Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-4324. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our web page to leave a message or memory to the family. (www.girrbachfuneralhome.net). Phyllis Ann Boger MIDDLEVILLE, MI - Phyllis Ann Boger, age 77, of Middleville, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully on Aug. 23, 2010 at Spectrum Health Blodgett. She has joined her beloved Jack to spread laughter and love throughout the Heavens. Phyllis was born in Wyoming Park, Nov. 26, 1932, to Garold Victor Sherk and Laura Bell (Schleh). She was raised in the Grand Rapids area and graduated from Union High School. Phyllis was a gifted seamstress and worked for many years at Baby Bliss and then later at Kesslers in Wayland. She also worked for many years at Joe’s Grocery in Yankee Springs. A few of her many loves were cooking, birds and traveling. One of her favorite places to visit was the Silver Lake, Mears area, where she and Jack worked and camped in early retirement years. Above all she loved caring for her family and friends. Phyllis was predeceased by her parents, Garold and Laura; her sister, Lois Middleton; and Jack her husband of more than 56 years, who passed away April 28, 2009. Phyllis is survived by her four children, Shelley (Alan) Hubbard, Tamara (Sam) Zylstra, Roy Boger, Rachel Wilson and two surviving sisters, Louise Middleton of Middleville and Ruth Beck of Hastings. Also surviving are 13 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Louise Boger and Darla Moore; many nieces and nephews and all of her friends at Lincoln Meadows. Phyllis loved and was greatly loved by her family and friends. She will be missed by all who knew her. Per her wishes she was cremated and a special memorial dinner is being planned to celebrate her life for all of her family and friends. Memorial donations can be directed to Thornapple Township Emergency Services or the Spectrum Health Foundation (Hospice). Read The BANNER every week! Copies conveniently available on newsstands throughout the Barry County area. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — Page 7 Social News Havoc offers view of life in the Middle Ages Strouses celebrated 60th wedding anniversary Huss-Ferguson Clarence and Phyllis Strouse celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on August 26, 2010. They reside in Texas. Phyllis is the daughter of Floyd and Ethel McKay. Edward and Pamela Huss of Hastings wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Teha Huss to Andrew Ferguson, the son of William and Rita Ferguson of Hastings. The bride-elect is a graduate of Hastings High School in 2003 and Kellogg Community College in 2007. She is currently employed with Bronson Methodist Hospital. The groom-elect is a graduate of Hastings High School in 2003 and a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. A Sept. 18, 2010 wedding is being planned at West Kalamazoo Christian Church. Marriage Licenses Bergs celebrated 50th anniversary Battles, with and without horses, are anticipated Saturday at Historic Charlton Park. Knights in armor, ladies in lace, townsfolk bustling about all mean Havoc in Hastings. Saturday, Sept. 4, members of the Society for Creative Anachronism will gather for a historical recreation at Historic Charlton Park in Hastings. Challengers will strive to unseat the champions of the kingdom and win the glory and prizes awarded at the end of the tournament. Activities include archery, rapier fencing, heavy weapons and thrown weapons, as well as combat with swords, maces, spears and shields. The focus of Havoc in Hastings is the equestrian competition. Horses and riders from near and far will test their training on the field in lance and target courses and other challenges. This is not just a theatrical demonstration like those seen at Renaissance fairs, but true athletic competition, said organizers. The event is hosted by the Canton of Three Walls and the Incipient Canton of Templemead, both local Society for Creative Anachronism groups based in Ionia. The soci- ety is a nonprofit educational organization that strives to recreate the best of the Middle Ages. Members develop a role to play based on medieval society, from beggars to skilled craftspeople. Merchants also will be selling their wares while townsfolk demonstrate period skills and pastimes. The society was first organized in 1967 and presently has groups throughout the northern hemisphere, including 22 groups in Michigan. The event will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $6 for adults, $4 for children 12 and under. For more information, contact Historic Charlton Park at 269-945-3775 or visit the website at www.charltonpark.org or on Facebook. For more information on the Society for Creative Anachronism, visit www.threewalls.org. Historic Charlton Park is located at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road, just north of M-79 between Hastings and Nashville. LaPrairie-Mulvaine Brenda and Chet Dalski of Battle Creek wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jessica LaPrairie to Eric Mulvaine, the son of Todd and Mary Mulvaine and Ree Mulvaine-Amesbury of Ceresco and Battle Creek. The bride-elect is a graduate of Pennfield and Kellogg High School. The groom-elect is a graduate of Battle Creek Central High School and a U.S. Marine Corp veteran. A September wedding is being planned. Entrepreneur open house planned at Hastings Public Library The Hastings Public Library recently expanded resources available to entrepreneurs and small business owners and operators with the addition of a business resource center. The library is working in combination with the HomeTown Partners Entrepreneur Pillar to identify resources and materials often used in the business start-up process. The library plans to expand its offering of books and reference materials available for business-minded individuals, creating a onestop shop for entrepreneurs seeking information. The Michigan Room, located upstairs in the Hastings Library will be the new home of “The BIZ,” providing broader resources and easier access to information both in hard copy and online. The Barry County Chamber of Commerce also is on board with this effort to better serve the business community and plans to offer SCORE counseling services at the library by appointment. The library and the Entrepreneur Pillar will host a Back to BIZ open house Wednesday, Sept. 8, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. to introduce the newly expanded business service center to the community. The open house will include free refreshments and a free drawing to win Chamber Barry Bucks. “Gain an extra chance to win Barry Bucks by making a book donation to help grow the resource center,” said Erin Welker from the Barry Community Foundation. “A wish list of book titles is located online at www.tiny.cc/thebiz.” The open house will allow entrepreneurs the chance to learn more about services available locally including free business counseling, library resources, MSU-Product Center services and networking through the local entrepreneurs club. The BIZ is improved and expanded to help an entrepreneur make a transition into starting a new business or for owners wanting to increase their knowledge to run a business more effectively. The resources provide a wealth free and low-cost information to the business community, said Welker. To get involved with local entrepreneurial initiatives, call Welker at the Barry Community Foundation at 269-945-0526. HAS OPENINGS AVAILABLE FOR CHILDREN AGES BIRTH - 6TH GRADE All day care, before and after school care, wrap around Delton Kellogg precshool care (for AM preschoolers only) 77549202 Monday - Friday 6:30 - 6:00 Fun Activities • Great Socilization Exciting Learning Experiences Please call or visit… 1012 S. M-43 Hwy., Delton • 269-6235824 Rodgers-Grasman William and Melody Rodgers of Hastings are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Lyndsay Leigh, to Joshua Lee Grasman, son of Roger and Debbie Grasman of Vermontville. The bride-to-be is a 2003 graduate of Lakewood High School, 2007 graduate of Grand Valley State University and a 2010 graduate of Western Michigan University with a bachelor of science in secondary education. The groom-to-be is a 2003 graduate of Maple Valley High School and a 2007 graduate of Ferris State University with a degree in plastics engineering. He is currently employed at Automotive Components Holding of Saline as a molding engineer. The couple will be married on Sept. 25, 2010 at Nashville Baptist Church. The couple will reside in Ypsilanti. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 Ronald and Carolyn (Enyart) Berg were married June 24, 1960 at Yankee Springs Bible Church. They celebrated their anniversary earlier this year with friends in Texas. After returning home, they took a short trip to northern Michigan. Ron and Carolyn have three children, Nancy (David) Wingeier, Steve (Robin) Berg, and Andrew (Betty Jo) Berg. They also have nine grandchildren. “Congratulations.” Jeremy John Cuddahee, Hastings and Shannon Marie Crooks, Kendall. Rodrick Truvell Freeman, Hastings and Toni Marie Horn, Hastings. Shawn Michael Heise, Hastings and Sara Joy Jansens, Hastings. Jessie Paul James, Vermontville and Chelsea Rose Bradfield, Hastings. John Peter Kozar, Middleville and Amanda Elizabeth VanDyke, Middleville. Andrew Jay Rhoades, Dowling and Kathleen Michelle Govert, Hastings. Paul Alen Vandermeer, Middleville and Amber Lynn Stevens, Middleville. Christopher Owen, VanWyk, Hastings and Rondal Marie Klein, Hastings. Newborn Babies Sarah Capitulina, born at Borgess Hospital on Aug. 18, 2010 at 11:20 p.m. to Heidi and Daniel Warnez of Plainwell. Weighing 6 lbs. 10 ozs. and 20 inches long. Welcomed home by sister, Kennedy and grandparents, Peggy and Jim Warnez of Pine Lake and Steve and Vida Westcomb of Muskegon. ***** McKenna Nicole, born Aug. 21, 2010 at 8:25 a.m. to Matthew and Jessica (Storm) Lawson of Battle Creek. Weighing 8 lbs. 2 ozs. and 20 1/2 inches long. ***** Keira Kay, born at St. Mary’s Hospital on July 9, 2010 at 2:14 p.m. to David and Susan Tagg of Cedar Springs. Weighing 7 lbs. 9 ozs. and 21 inches long. ***** Abigail Marlene, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 23, 2010 at 7:45 a.m. to Daniel and Nicole Frazer of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs. 2 1/2 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Simon Andrew Jay, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 21, 2010 at 9:26 a.m. to Sarah and BJ VanAman of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 4 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Ammelia Rae, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 10, 2010 at 9:41 a.m. to Samantha Holroyd of Delton. Weighing 8 lbs. and 20 1/2 inches long. ***** Easton Andrew, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 20, 2010 at 7:21 p.m. to Abby and Kyle Thelen of Lake Odessa. Weighing 4 lbs. 6 ozs. and 17 inches long. ***** Alexandra Isabelle, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 7, 2010 at 4:45 p.m. to Sage and Rebecca Trepasso of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 6.5 ozs. and 21 1/2 inches long. ***** Sophia Michelle, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 9, 2010 at 12:28 p.m. to Mistie and Brian Margraf of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 7 1/2 ozs. and 19 1/2 inches long. ***** MacKenzie Anna, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 17, 2010 at 8:25 to Michael Crawford and Andrew LaClair of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 1 oz. and 19 inches long. ***** Kierstin Jean, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 18, 2010 at 5:34 a.m. to Kendra and Chad Comps of Woodland. Weighing 7 lbs. 4 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Elizabeth Grace, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 20, 2010 at 10:02 a.m. to Daniel and Susanna Bettys of Ovid. Weighing 5 lbs. 12 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Case Fisher, born at Pennock Hospital on Aug. 23, 2010 at 3:32 p.m. to Nathan and Kristy DeBoer of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 6 ozs. and 20 1/2 inches long. Gun Lake • 269-672-5292 ~ STORAGE / WINTERIZING ~ • Indoor Storage • Pick Up & Delivery Available • Shrink Wrap • Oil Changes • Call for a FREE quote $ 25 OFF Any Storage Pick-Up Coupon expires December 1, 2010 $ 5 OFF Oil Change Inboard or Outboard Coupon expires December 1, 2010 $ OFF 75 Daily Fall Color Pontoon Rental Valid September 7 thru November 1, 2010 07551762 END OF SEASON CLOSEOUTS �Page 8 — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa By Elaine Garlock Have a safe and happy Labor Day Sept. 6. Thursday, Sept. 9, the Lake Odessa Area Historical Society will begin its 43rd year with a shared meal at the Freight House. President John Waite always comes up with something entertaining. Meeting time is 6:30 p.m. and the meeting is open to the public. Saturday, Sept. 10, the Ionia County Genealogical Society will meet at 1 p.m. at the Freight House to hear a program. The library will be open until 5 p.m. The offspring of four generations of the family of Donald Sr. and Sadie (Fox) Goodemoot meet in annual reunion Sunday. Also Sunday, the adult children of Elaine Garlock hosted their Hill and Garlock cousins in honor of their mother’s birthday Aug. 27. Relatives arrived from Grand Rapids, Stanton, Atlanta, Bay City and Big Rapids, Kalamazoo, Carson City, Omaha and Galesburg. Following the catered meal, the group was entertained by vocal music by guest William VanSkiver from Grand Rapids and a DVD of photos from nine decades. Ice Cream and cake finished off the day. At Central United Methodist Church Sunday, an octet of the Reiser family sang. This included parents Ed and Carole, son Tom, daughters Lori and Marla, son-in-law Tim Matthews and grandsons Sam and George McNeil. They were accompanied by church organist/pianist Patricia Werdon. Judith Huyhn of Clarksville Road was recently awarded the Emerald Clover Award. Born to a Lyons Township couple, the Linebaughs, she attended Michigan State University, studied one year in New Zealand where she met her husband Han, taught three years in Vietnam, returned to Michigan with husband and two young sons, took more classes, had third son Jason, taught 19 years in Palo. She has been involved in many efforts to end hunger and poverty in the world. Huyhn has worked in Kids Can Make a Difference, Empty Bowls, Heifer International and is a member of other groups along with being a 4H leader. She credits her own 4-H leaders with great influence on her life and success. The Emerald group was initiated in 2002 to mark the centennial of national 4-H. Judy is active in LeValley Church and is a member of the retired school personnel group. The free movies at the Ionia theater include a travelogue on Ireland today. Next week is Alaska, Winter Wonderland. The Lake Odessa Community Library will have its first session of laptime and story time Sept. 8. A program for adults, Motorcycling Across Michigan, will be Sept. 16 at 7 p.m. Activities abound at Woodland this weekend with a parade, barbecue, hymn sing, ball games and more. Hats off to Oprha Enz-Desgranges for being chosen grand marshal of the Woodland Homecoming parade. Her culinary skills are well known. Some men have been known to tell their new wives, “This doesn’t taste as good as my mother’s,” but likely many mothers of school students heard (as this writer did) “this just isn’t as good as Mrs. Enz had at school today.” That was when Lake Odessa ninth graders attended all classes at Woodland right after the Woodland-Lake Odessa school merger. The Chronicle, publication of the Historical Society of Michigan, has in its latest issue an article on six depots turned into museums. Lake Odessa’s Pere Marquette is one of those featured. However, they used an old photo which shows the restored depot with only a flag pole and a sign in front. This was before the Lake Odessa Garden Club envisioned, designed and produced the beautiful flower beds which now grace the front lawn on Emerson Street. This gave wide exposure to our unique architectural gem. If anyone comes to visit, they will be surprised by the added featured of the flowers and also the urns that line the entrance to Lake Odessa High School. 2 BROTHERS AND A TENT “ S t r etchi n g ” 40’x40’ and 40’x60’ Tables and chairs available. 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To my wife, Sharon, thank you for your loving support thru this long ordeal of the rehab recovery. I could not have done it without you. So to everyone that was involved in anyway in my rehab progress, thank you so very much.,. Stephen Jacobs by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters The disaster in the Gulf of Mexico has been plenty grim. I don’t envy paymaster Kenneth Feinberg who has now taken over British Petroleum’s $20 billion compensation fund. Feinberg is no stranger to trying to compensate those who have lost much, including the families affected by Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and a somewhat lower-profile project to compensate victims of the shootings at Virginia Tech. But the magnitude and complexity of the Gulf disaster is second to none. From what I can see, there’s just no good way to distribute the money to those who have lost so much in different ways in various places. Still, there is some good news. Since petroleum stopped flowing from the Deepwater Horizon site, oil at the surface has been harder and harder to find. And microorganisms appear, to some scientists, as if they may be poised to eat up a lot of the underwater oil quite quickly. According to ScienceNOW, the first peer-reviewed study to come out of the Gulf indicated that the natural oil-loving “bugs” weren’t doing as much as might be hoped. But the second study published last week looked at the microbes themselves and found much more reason to be optimistic. Some bacteria in the seas have evolved over time to make a living on the seepage of oil that has always occurred naturally on the sea floor. The ScienceNOW website quotes National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration marine ecologist Alan Mearns on the matter. “With all of the seepage, including the 40 to 50 million gallons a year that seep naturally into the Gulf, we’d have oceans covered with oil slicks if they weren’t naturally degrading,” Mearns said. The bacteria in question consume hydrocarbons and oxygen, producing carbon dioxide as waste. The most recent study is based on samples of ocean water from a depth of more than 3,000 feet, both in an oil plume and outside it. The good news is that the study reports that the concentration of the bugs inside the plume is twice as dense in the water as outside it. And the bugs in the plume have more of the genes needed to eat up the oil. It’s still an open question at exactly what rate the bugs are consuming oil in the underwater plumes. Crude oil is a complex Is Seeking CHILDCARE PROVIDER Must have training and expierence. 20-30 hrs. wkly. Must be flexible. Apply in person… 1012 S. M-43 Hwy., Delton 77549396 77549205 269-806-9530 See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing, business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits soup, made of many different types of molecules. The encouraging study concentrated on the alkanes, a type of molecule that’s generally among the first to naturally degrade. Another factor is that the petroleum mixes with water in complex ways. The term for the globs of oil in the water you’ve seen in the news is “emulsion.” Emulsions are what results when two liquids that won’t mix in chemical terms are physically blended together. You make an emulsion each time you shake up vinaigrette salad dressing, blending the oil and vinegar. Homogenized milk is a mix of fat and water so thoroughly emulsified that it’s permanently mixed together, with no separation down the road as in the vinaigrette case. In the Gulf of Mexico, crude oil and seawater were mixed together in a messy emulsion in the weeks following the disaster. What we don’t know is how readily the globs of emulsion will now break apart. We should keep our fingers crossed that they do so, because smaller and smaller bits of oil will give the bacteria a greater chance of being able to quickly eat up the crude. One worry has been that as the microbes in the Gulf go to work, they might use up the oxygen in the waters around them. That would create a “dead zone,” like having too much fertilizer escape into waters with resultant algal blooms. Dead zones in the Gulf would be disastrous for fish that blundered into them. But the two scientific reports to date don’t show that the oxygen has fallen to dangerous levels. Considering the magnitude of the spill, the current scientific news from the Gulf is really quite good. Marine ecologist Mearns said he is hopeful that the oil plumes will be gone quickly. “We’re talking days to months,” he said. Still, I suspect Feinberg’s headaches are only beginning. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard universities. Questions about science or energy for future Rock Doc columns can be sent to epeters@wsu.edu. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University. Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, Sept. 2 — Movie Memories remembers Tennessee Williams with “Streetcar Named Desire,” 5 to 8 p.m.; library book club discusses “The Postmistress” by Sarah Blake, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4 — Lego club builds “back-to-school scenes,” 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, Sept. 6 — library closed for We want to take this time to thank family and the many friends that called, stopped by, sent cards, notes of encouragement, flowers & gifts showing their concern while I was recovering from a spring auto accident. To First Rehab of Middleville staff for being part of the rehab process. Hardy bugs are eating up the mess Labor Day. Tuesday, Sept. 7 — toddler story time celebrates school, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information about any of the above. Local team places in applicator rodeo Crop Production Services’ Intensity 1 team out of Lake Odessa took second place in the first-ever Michigan Agri-Business Association’s applicator rodeo this past week at the Alma fairgrounds. The rodeo highlighted the latest technology in sitespecific and customized crop protection and nutrient application methods. The Michigan Agricultural Commodities team took first, while another Crop Production Services team, Southern Thumb with members from Melvin and Brown City, took third. These 21st century methods are credited with customizing pest management techniques in highly targeted areas, resulting in maximum yields while protecting Michigan’s groundwater, streams, land and air, according to a press release from the agribusiness association. Twenty-five teams from across the state competed in the rodeo, the first of its kind in Michigan, which will become an annual activity for the association, said organizers. Teams of four competed on five different tracks throughout the day, including demonstrations for drift management, weed and insect identification, plant growth stages, nutrient deficiencies, personal protection and custom application simulation. The rodeo also featured demonstrations on the latest applicator equipment. MABA President Jim Byrum said the applicator rodeo is a fun and informative way to promote 21st century, environmentally responsible agriculture techniques that are vital to the agriculture sector’s future. “Michigan agriculture is one of the few bright spots in our economy, generating more than $71.3 billion a year and employing more than 1 million people in Michigan,” added Byrum. “ ... all the participants of our applicator rodeo are great examples of local businesses that are embracing and investing in the latest technology to ensure Michigan agriculture continues to succeed into the future.” �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — Page 9 Barry County woman leads DNRE team in oil spill wildlife recovery by David DeDecker Staff Writer Sara Schaefer, a 1986 Hastings High School graduate, has a passion for wildlife biology, and she is playing a key role in saving hundreds of animals contaminated by the recent oil spill into the Kalamazoo River near Marshall. Schaefer, the DNRE Southwest Management Unit supervisor based in Plainwell, said people are working 12 to16 hours a day in wildlife rehabilitation and recovery. “I am very proud to work with such dedicated and passionate people,” she said. When asked about her experience in the crisis, Schaefer responded, “People have donated food, water, Gatorade, all kinds of donations from all over the country. A great response. Until you’re in the middle of something like this oil spill, you can’t appreciate how much people care, the professionals and volunteers, and how a community pulls together.” When the Enbridge oil spilled occurred in late July, Schaefer’s team was called to Calhoun County to help with wildlife recovery. They started by capturing as many animals as possible by themselves. By Day 4, they were responding to dozens of affected wildlife calls on a routine basis. Field crews capture the animals and bring them directly to Focus Wildlife at the recovery and rehabilitation station. While her team gathers waterfowl, mammals and amphibians, Schaefer is collecting data and cataloging the animals for consistency and evidence for use in later court hearings. She must maintain chain-of-custody records showing each phase of recovery and rehabilitation. Schaefer checks the animals in and performs a quality control role from capture to release. “Enbridge has been great to work with,” she said. “If you need something, just ask. I don’t know if they learned their lesson from watching BP in the Gulf [of Mexico], or if they are genuinely concerned, but they have been wonderful.” The DNRE has taken the responsibility of relocating and releasing the animals. Schaefer is in charge of determining best locations for release, choosing habitats where the animals will have the greatest chance of survival. Some have been released at the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary, others the Allegan State Game Area, and others in area ponds, creeks and rivers. “We caught a beaver this week,” said Schaefer, “Beavers live in lodges. After the critter is cleaned and ready for release, we need to find a place with an abandoned lodge, or supply a temporary lodge until the beaver can build its own for the winter. “The reports say there is no more oil on river but there is a lot sitting on everything,” she added. “Turtles spend most of time on surface, they are covered with oil, the logs they sit on daily are still covered with oil. We take in 30 turtles a day, and each takes hours to de-oil with a Q-tip and mineral oil. Some turtles will get an electronic chip implanted. We can then use a wand to see if it’s an ‘oil turtle.’ Not all recovered turtles will be chipped; it’s a random sample. And the chip is not visible. Next spring we will be able to track survival.” From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... Civil War horse won friends and admirers here Sara Schaefer works with Kalamazoo River area residents to answer questions about wildlife. The recovery effort sees numerous map turtles, snapping, painted and the endangered spotted turtles. Spiny softshell turtles also have been recovered and present a special challenge. “This spill is a very big deal. It has changed people’s and animal’s lives. If you have never seen a spill of a million gallons of crude oil and everything it affects, you can’t dismiss it as exaggeration.” Sara Schaefer, DNRE Southwest Management Unit supervisor “They are very susceptible,” she noted. “Because of their soft shell, they don’t have as much protection from the oil as the hardshelled turtles.” Sept. 15 is the deadline for release of the turtles. “They need time to locate a place for winter hibernation. They need a crayfish hole or other suitable spot where they can survive the cold,” explained Schaefer. “Snakes need the same thing.” Other animals recovered include northern water snakes, toads and frogs, mute swans, great blue herons, kingfishers, red-winged blackbirds, Canada geese, mallards and wood ducks. “In the beginning, we were seeing a lot of muskrats. Now we aren’t seeing any. It’s sad; it probably means most are sick or dead,” said Schaefer. “The oil affects the liver and other organs, it is so toxic. We have charts of how many animals have been found dead, but we concentrate our efforts on the living.” The waterfowl are banded with a federal silver band on one leg and a dark green “oil spill” band on the other leg. Hunters are asked to contact the DNRE about the risk of eating a green-banded waterfowl and to contribute carcass for further study. Residents may call 800-306-6837 to report any affected wildlife. “We keep hearing from people how this has all been blown out of proportion. That even the BP spill in the gulf was blown out of proportion by the media,” said Schaefer. “This spill is a very big deal. It has changed people’s and animal’s lives. If you have never seen a spill of a million gallons of crude oil and everything it affects, you can’t dismiss it as exaggeration. Loss of animal life. People’s yards are covered with crude oil, and it soaks in. Yards have to be excavated down several feet to remove contaminated soil. Trees, gardens and bushes are torn out. So, even when the oil is cleaned, the habitat is completely gone. And, it’s not just one yard, it’s all along the river for miles. The coverage of the spill and the consequences are not blown out of proportion. There is so much oil to still clean up.” Oil-contaminated soil needs to be hauled away to a special toxic waste landfill, in a regulated manner, and is very expensive, according to Schaefer. She said her interest in wildlife started in science class at Hastings High School. “Pete DeDecker was my biology teacher — my favorite teacher, my inspiration for going into biology,” recalled Schaefer, who earned her bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University and then went to graduate school at Northern Michigan University in Marquette. She worked for a private consulting firm in Wisconsin and then returned to Michigan to work for U.S. Fish and Wildlife. She moved to Iowa and worked as wildlife biologist for that state’s DNR and wildlife toxicology with U.S. Fish and Wildlife. “After learning a great deal, I returned to the Michigan DNRE,” said Schaefer. She now lives in Middleville where she also is a 4-H leader. Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of The following is a reprint from the May 3, 1956, Centennial edition of the Hastings Banner. Old Chub’ returned from the Civil War with a reputation for bravery and intelligence that won him many friends and admirers in Barry County. Old Chub was a horse — a cavalry horse who served directly under (no pun intended) Captain Lucien B. Potter [Feb. 5, 1838-May 6, 1934] in Merrill’s Horse Regiment during the final years of the war. He was accepted as a distinctive personality and was a favorite character at GAR encampments or reunions of the men who served in Merrill’s regiment. The following story was written by Mrs. Alice Potter Norton, daughter of Capt. Norton, and for 49 years Banner correspondent from Maple Grove. (She started when 17 years old and said that only poor health and the fact that she moved out of the township, prevented her from reaching the half-century mark as a writer for the Banner). Bought from government “Probably few, if any, people are left now who will remember Old Chub, or the many stories about this horse which my father, Captain Lucien B. Potter (captain in the Merrill Horse-Regiment) rode during the last year of the Civil War. “Chub was perhaps three years old when father acquired him, and at the end of the war in 1865, father bought him from the government and brought him home to Maple Grove. “As a small child, I remember Chub as an old, spotted white horse, but I heard many stories about his intelligence and his clever tricks when he had been a younger horse. “Chub could unlatch almost any door; he could go up and down stairs. My father often told of an incident during the war when the regiment had to cross a river where the bridges had been blown up or burned. Chub ‘walks plank’ “They had to get the horses onto a ferry boat, and no horse could be persuaded to jump the foot or two up onto the narrow gangplank and walk the plank to the boat – that is, until Dad touched his cap to the colonel and said, ‘I believe my horse will walk the plank to the boat.’ ‘All right, Cap, try him.’ Father stepped on the plank himself and said, “Come on, Chub.’ Up Chub went, like a dog, walking the plank to the boat but swinging his head back and forth looking at the water. After his example, it was easy to get the other cavalry horses to follow him. “When my two brothers, Will and Fred, were young they rode Chub to Bellevue. “When they decided to stay a few days with relatives there, they put a tag on Chub’s halter and told him to go home. He promptly started out on his 13-mile trip, and in spite of people along the way thinking he was a runaway, came home safely by himself. “One of Chub’s great adventures was the time when he was stolen. Trailed by tracks “This happened before my time, when my parents were living on what is known as the Frank Ward farm. Chub had on a saddle, bridle and one of father’s army blankets at the time he was stolen. That same night, another horse was stolen in the neighborhood. The tracks showed that one horse had gone north and the other south. “Father followed the tracks to the north until he found out that this horse had not been Chub. “Soon word was sent to Father by Oliver Long (Fred Long’s father) who lived then near Battle Creek, to say that a man had stopped there for lodging who was riding a horse that answered Chub’s description. “So, father went to Hastings and got himself sworn in as a deputy sheriff, since the officers had given up trying to find Chub, and he started out on the long chase to find his horse. Sold several times “Father found that the horse had been sold a couple of times, but from what he heard, he felt sure he was on the track of Chub. Father finally got to Coldwater, and here found the man who had bought the horse last. When father went to the house the man was not at home, but his wife was, and as father stepped into the house to wait, there lay a folded army blanket on the corner of the lounge. “Father flipped back the corner of it, and there were his own initials and rank and ‘Co. I, Merrill’s Horse Regiment.’ “He said to the woman, ‘This is my blanket.’ She was very much frightened, but said that her husband would be home soon. Sure enough, when the man drove into the yard, there was Chub. The man said he had bought the horse honestly, but when he saw that father had a deputy’s badge, he was quite willing to let the horse go. Father turned Chub loose and told him to ‘come on’ ... and the horse trotted along behind Father’s buggy all the way home to Maple Grove; he had been gone for three months. Could jump ‘anything’ “Chub had been taught to jump, and no fence or anything else that he could manage would keep him in if he wanted to get out. “Chub lived, for a horse, to a ripe old age. I remember very well the morning when Chub could not get up because he was so weak and old. Father asked one of the Mosey boys, our neighbors, across the road, to shoot him. Father stayed in the house, with tears running down his cheeks, until it was all over. “Father used to take Chub to the GAR meetings and the reunions of his regiment in Battle Creek. Chub always came home with a blanket of their colors, for he always led the parade. Father said that when Chub heard the martial music and heard the old men crying and shouting to their comrades, he guessed Chub recalled the smoke and clash of guns and swords, for he would pick up his ears and dance.” EDWARD JONES Are your investments working as hard as you are? On Labor Day, we celebrate the achievements of the American worker. As someone who works hard yourself, you can appreciate this holiday. And, of course, you hope your efforts will eventually result in achieving your important goals, such as college for your children or a comfortable retirement. But if you’re going to turn these objectives into reality, your money needs to work as hard as you do. What steps can you take to help make sure your money is working hard for you? For starters, consider keeping the money you may need in the near future in investments that pay minimal rates of return. These investments can offer you liquidity — in other words, it’s no problem to get at your money when you need it. But you can find some investments that offer liquidity and can pay a more attractive rate of return — investments that may work harder for you. Another reason you may keep money in a low-rate investment is that such investments typically offer greater protection of principal than an investment such as a stock. And this is certainly true, because stock prices will always fluctuate, and the return of your principal is not guaranteed. Nonetheless, stocks have historically offered returns that have been higher than the inflation rate, although as you’ve no doubt heard, past performance is not a guarantee of future results. And if your investments do not keep up with inflation, you could lose significant purchasing power over time. Clearly, then, your goal should be to make sure your savings and investments are working hard for you without taking on more risk than you would like. And one of the greatest risks occurs when you have all your money tied up in just one type of investment. When a market downturn strikes a particular group of investments, and you have no other investments to help cushion the blow, your portfolio could take a sizable hit. One way to help lower your risk level is to spread, or diversify, your money among a range of investments, such as stocks, bonds and government securities. And while diversification can’t guarantee a profit or protect against loss, it can help you reduce the effects of volatility. Another way to make sure your investments are working hard for you is to have them “multi-task.” Consider your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan. Not only does your money have the opportunity to grow on a tax-deferred basis, which means it can accumulate faster than if it were placed in an investment on which you paid taxes every year, but also your contributions are generally made with pretax dollars, so the more you contribute, the lower your taxable income. Such “double duty” is a great way to keep your money working hard for you. And the same principle may apply to your traditional IRA, assuming your income level qualifies you to make deductible contributions. Labor Day comes and goes quickly. But by making the right moves, you can help ensure your money is working hard for you 365 days a year. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 22.32 -.47 AT&T 27.03 +.31 CMS Energy Corp 17.50 unchanged Coca-Cola Co 55.88 +.22 Dow Chemical Co 24.37 +1.25 Exxon Mobil 59.11 +.17 Family Dollar Stores 42.79 -.38 First Financial Bancorp 15.92 +.52 Flowserve CP 89.38 -.60 Ford Motor Co 11.28 +.04 Intl Bus Machine 123.13 -1.77 JCPenney Co 19.98 -.59 Johnson & Johnson 57.02 -.99 Kellogg Co 49.68 -.04 McDonald’s Corp 73.06 +.34 Pfizer Inc 15.93 +.11 Sears Holding 61.96 +.17 Spartan Motors 3.89 -.02 TCF Financial 14.28 +.09 Walmart Stores 50.14 -1.16 Gold $1247.45 +16.60 Silver $19.34 +.96 Dow Jones Average 10,014.72 -25.73 Volume on NYSE 1.35B +23M Horses played an integral role in the U.S. Civil War, but a local “old war horse” gained more admiration after he took up residence in Maple Grove. (File photo from Charlton Park Civil War re-enactment.) �Page 10 — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dennis H Visser and Jodi H Visser, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Paul A Getzin & Lynn M Getzin dba West Michigan Financial Services, Mortgagee, dated August 4, 2003, and recorded on August 25, 2003 in instrument 1111767, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Nationstar Mortgage LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ten Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Two And 99/100 Dollars ($110,852.99), including interest at 4.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West: Described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Said Section 34; Thence North 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West on the West line of said Section 1003.00 feet to the place of beginning; Thence continuing North 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West on said West line 210.00 feet; Thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East at right angles to said West line 208.00 feet; Thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West parallel with said West line 210.00 feet; Thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 208.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548714 File #332676F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicole F. Braunschneider and Harold Mattox, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 14, 2007, and recorded on April 2, 2007 in instrument 1178196, and modified by Affidavit or Order received by and recorded, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Three Thousand Six Hundred Fifteen And 41/100 Dollars ($203,615.41), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that part of Lot B, Crooked Lake Summer Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof, described as commencing at the Southwest corner of said Lot B, running thence Northwesterly along the Westerly line of said Lot 41.39 feet; thence East parallel with the South line of said Lot 93.6 feet; thence Southeasterly parallel with the course 40 feet to the South line of said Lot, thence West on the South line of said Lot B, 83.15 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548482 File #332391F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHERYL A. SPENCER SIGNED AS CHERYL ANN SPENCER, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN and IONA M. WALLACE, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 23, 2005, and recorded on June 30, 2005, in Document No. 1148800, and re-recorded on September 9, 2005 in Instrument No. 1152532 and re-recorded on 10/07/2005 in Instrument No. 1154029 and rerecorded on 11/04/2005 in Instrument No. 1155711 Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Nine Thousand Two Hundred Fourteen Dollars and Sixty Cents ($169,214.60), including interest at 6.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on September 9, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THAT PART OF THE EAST 1 / 2 OF THE EAST 1 / 2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 5, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE EAST 1 / 4 POST OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 34 SECONDS WEST ON THE EAST SECTION LINE 925.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 07 MINUTES 39 SECONDS WEST PARALLEL TO THE EAST AND WEST QUARTER LINE 671.62 FEET; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 19 SECONDS WEST ON THE EAST LINE OF COTTAGE DRIVE AS PLATTED 400.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 07 MINUTES 39 SECONDS EAST PARALLEL TO THE EAST AND WEST 1 / 4 LINE 669.27 FEET TO THE EAST SECTION LINE; THENCE SOUTH 02 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 34 SECONDS EAST ON SAID EAST SECTION LINE 400.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 4, 2010 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 77548522 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul Zoet and Andrea Zoet, as husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated February 18, 2003, and recorded on March 14, 2003 in instrument 1099450, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twelve Thousand Eighty-Three And 46/100 Dollars ($112,083.46), including interest at 5.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of Section 12; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 1315.43 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 331.50 feet along the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 571.00 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 360.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 234.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 360.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds West 234.00 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to and together with a 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress, and utility purposes, the centerline of which is described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of Section 12, Town 4 North, Range 10 West; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 1315.43 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 364.50 feet along the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12, to the point of beginning and centerline of said 66 foot wide easement; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 66.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 168.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 555.00 feet, to the end of said 66 foot wide easement; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds West 17.00 feet to the reference point A. Also, subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utilities over a 50.00 foot radius turnaround, the radius point of which is the aforesaid reference point A. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548842 File #295566F03 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE THIS LAW FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Elbert M. Glass and Cherilynn Glass of Charles City, Virginia, Mortgagors, unto Consumers Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated the 19th day of September, 2002, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deed for the County of Kalamazoo and State of Michigan on the 21st day of October, 2002, in Liber 1089844 of Barry County Records, on Pages 1-19, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, at the date of this notice, for principal and interest, the sum of $98,291.58. And no suit or proceeding at law or in equity have been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. local time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder or bidders, for cash at the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held, of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 6.250% per annum and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises, which said premises are situated in the County of Barry, and described as follows: THE WEST 1/2 OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIPTION: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DISTANT 404 FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 30 MINUTES WEST 605 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 30 MINUTES EAST 605 FEET TO PLACE OF BEGINNING. AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Scott R. Wolcott and Heather R. Wolcott, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store, Mortgagee, dated the 23rd day of December, 1998 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 11th day of January, 1999 in Liber Document No. 1023541 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to Wachovia Equity Servicing, LLC Successor by merger to HomEq Servicing Corporation (successor by merger to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store) on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Sixty Eight Thousand Three Hundred Fifty Nine & 59/100 ($68309.59), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 16th day of September, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 11.850% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: A parcel of Land located in the North 1/2 of Section 29, T3N, R8W, described as follows: Beginning at a point which lies South 258.08 feet and West 22.08 feet from the North 1/4 post of said section 29; thence South 2 degrees 47' 30" West 134.67 feet; thence North 87 degrees 12' 30" West 138 feet; thence North 4 degrees 39' 30" East 128.75 feet; thence South 89 degrees 45' 30" East 134 feet to the point of beginning, Barry County Records. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 8/19/2010 Wachovia Equity Servicing, LLC Successor by merger to HomEq Servicing Corporation (successor by merger to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store) Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Wachovia Equity Servicing, LLC Successor by merger to HomEq Servicing Corporation (successor by merger to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store) 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77548697 HE Wolcott TOGETHER WITH PERPETUAL EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS BY OTHERS OVER THE NORTH 15.00 FEET OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL; THE EAST 1/2 OF THE FOLLOWING: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST; DISTANT NORTH 404 FEET NORTH TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 30’ 605 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 30’ EAST 605 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. Tax Parcel No. 08-03-013-002-50 The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 9, 2010 Gordon C. Miller (P28470) Attorney for Mortgagee DRAFTED BY: Tyren R. Cudney Lennon, Miller, O’Connor & Bartosiewicz, PLC. 900 Comerica Building Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77548527 (269) 381-8844 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Ted A. Zylstra, an unmarried man, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registrations Systems, Inc. (MERS) as nominee for lender, Mortgagee, dated the 4th day of June, 2008 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 10th day of June, 2008 in Liber 20080610-0006069 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Four Hundred Sixty Six and 63/100 ($115466.63), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 16th day of September, 2010 at 10:00 o’clock AM Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 4.62500% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Yankee Springs Township, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: LOT 97 AND THE EAST 1/2 OF LOT 98, PARKER’S LAKEWOOD PLAT NO. 1, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN LIBER 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 82, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 8/19/2010 BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 BOA FNMA Zylstra 77548707 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Thomas R. Goggins and Amy L. Goggins, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS) as nominee for lender, Mortgagee, dated the 15th day of February, 2007 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 22nd day of February, 2007 in Liber Instrument 1176693 of Barry County Records, page 1-19, said Mortgage having been assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2007 Equifirst Loan Securitization Trust 2007-1 Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2007-1 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Two Hundred Twenty Five Thousand One Hundred Twenty One & 92/100 ($225,121.92), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 16th day of September, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 8.00% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 45, Boulder Creek Estates according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 23, Barry County Records. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 8/19/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2007 Equifirst Loan Securitization Trust 2007-1 Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2007-1 Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2007 Equifirst Loan Securitization Trust 2007-1 Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2007-1 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77548727 HE Goggins Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven C. Hay and Lisa D. Hay, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 20, 2007, and recorded on February 27, 2007 in instrument 1176871, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S. Bank, National Association, as successor trustee to Bank of America, N. A. as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank N. A., as Trustee for Merrill Lynch First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust, Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-2 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Seven And 27/100 Dollars ($102,197.27), including interest at 7.35% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Northeast corner of section 2, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan for place of beginning; thence West along the North section line approximately 19 rods to a point which lies 61 rods East of the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section; thence South 51 rods; thence East approximately 19 rods to the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of said section 2; thence North 51 rods to the place of beginning. Except that portion of land sole to the State Highway Commissioner of the State of Michigan as revealed by Liber 251 page 527, also Except that portion of land sold to the State Highway Commissioner of the State of Michigan as revealed by Liber 252 Page 255. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548661 File #333708F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kathy Roseboom, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 2, 2007, and recorded on February 21, 2007 in instrument 1176657, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Nine Hundred Forty And 67/100 Dollars ($233,940.67), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 194 feet South and 377 feet West of the Northeast corner of Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West; thence South 33 degrees 12 minutes West, 214 feet to the shore of Fine Lake; thence North 50 degrees 25 minutes West along the shore of said lake, 82 feet; thence North 31 degrees 24 minutes East, 148.55 feet; thence due East 103 feet to the place of beginning together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 50 feet in width North and South by 527 feet East and West, the Northerly line of said easement lying 144 feet South of the Northeast corner of said section. Also Commencing at a point 194 feet South and 480 feet West of the Northeast corner of said Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, thence South 31 degrees 24 minutes West, 148.55 feet to the shore of Fine Lake, thence North 50 degrees 25 minutes West, along the shore of said lake 68 feet; thence North 44 degrees 45 minutes East, 117.58 feet; thence due East, 47 feet to the place of beginning together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 50 feet in width North and South by 527 feet East and West, the Northerly line of said easement lying 144 feet South of the Northeast corner of said section. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548872 File #220890F04 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Sandy Reid and Ruth Reid, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 515 E William St, Hastings, MI 49058-1340. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548957 File # 339743F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Benjamin J. Christie, a married man and Andrea R. Christie, a married woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 16, 2005 and recorded January 13, 2006 in Instrument Number 1158918, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Eight and 97/100 Dollars ($96,998.97) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 9, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6 of Block 10 of Samuel Roush's addition to the Village of Freeport, according to the recorded Plat thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 12, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5725 ASAP# 3687473 08/12/2010, 08/19/2010, 77548497 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tyla J. McCoy and Johnny R. McCoy, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Flagstar Bank, FSB, Mortgagee, dated June 27, 2001, and recorded on July 6, 2001 in instrument 1062585, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, a New Jersey Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Three Thousand Four Hundred Ninety And 39/100 Dollars ($93,490.39), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 2/3 of Lot 109 of the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548897 File #002447F03 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robin S. Wilbur, married to Jason Wilbur, wife and husband, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 17, 2005 and recorded December 6, 2005 in Instrument Number 1157267, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-BNC 1 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Two Thousand Seven Hundred Nineteen and 49/100 Dollars ($92,719.49) including interest at 8.2% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 9, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel A: Lot 37 of Supervisor's Plat of the Village of Praireville, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 74. Parcel B: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Lot 37 of Supervisor's Plat of the Village of Praireville, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 74 for a Place of Beginning; thence East 55.25 feet; thence South 85 feet; thence West 55.25 feet to the Southeast corner of said Lot 37; thence North 85 feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 12, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 209.7295 ASAP# 3687436 08/12/2010, 77548487 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy L Grove and Jessica J Grove, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 18, 2007, and recorded on January 22, 2007 in instrument 1175444, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Weststar Mortgage Corp as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Eight Hundred Five And 39/100 Dollars ($90,805.39), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 30, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the North 60 acres of the South 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 22, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Thence East 260 feet; Thence North 352 feet; Thence West 251 feet to Highway M-66; Thence South along the East side of Highway M-66, 348 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549346 File #334372F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by John E. Conkell, a married man and Donna L. Conkell, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 9, 2006 and recorded March 6, 2006 in Instrument Number 1160960, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Ninety and 23/100 Dollars ($242,390.23) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 30, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest quarter of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as: Beginning at the intersection of the centerline of Jones Road and the North line of the South half of the Southwest quarter of said Section 16, thence South 14 degrees 23 minutes West 392 feet, thence South 10 degrees 56 minutes West 200 feet, thence South 79 degrees 10 minutes West 459 feet, thence North 02 degrees 32 minutes East to the North line of the South half of the Southwest quarter of said Section 16. thence East to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 2, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.6068 ASAP# 3714086 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 77549372 09/16/2010, 09/23/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Veronica S. Lovelace, original mortgagor(s), to America's Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated November 22, 1999, and recorded on November 23, 1999 in instrument 1038364, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eight And 17/100 Dollars ($63,608.17), including interest at 8.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 56, Lynden Johncock Plat No. 1 as recorded in liber 3 of Plats, page 93, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #335724F01 77548333 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy R. Peake aka Randall R. Peake, A single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 20, 2002, and recorded on January 2, 2003 in instrument 1094688, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Five Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Three And 24/100 Dollars ($75,643.24), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Except the South 280 feet thereof, together with an easement for ingress and egress over and across the West 66 feet of said South 280 feet. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548666 File #319471F02 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jessica L. Lewis, a single person of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to PNC Mortgage, a division of PNC Bank, successor by merger to National City Mortgage, a division of National City Bank dated the 29th day of April, A.D. 2008, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 2nd day of May, A.D. 2008, in Instrument #20080502-0004765 of Barry Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $152,844.09 (one hundred fifty-two thousand eight hundred forty-four and 09/100) plus accrued interest at 5.500% (five point five zero zero) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 23rd day of September, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Village of Middleville, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry and State of Michigan: Lot 59, ROLLING ESTATES NO. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Instrument #1155529, Barry County Records. Commonly known as: 561 Oak Meadow Drive PPN: 41-135-059-00 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77548943 WWR# 10040091 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by GREGORY A. WRIGHT, AN UNMARRIED MAN, to EXCHANGE FINANCIAL CORPORATION, Mortgagee, dated April 29, 2002, and recorded on June 7, 2002, in Document No. 1080148, and assigned by said mortgagee to MICHIGAN STATE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Five Dollars and Eighty-Eight Cents ($66,325.88), including interest at 5.750% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on September 16, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 21, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 21; THENCE NORTH 105 RODS FOR THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 10 RODS; THENCE EAST 40 RODS; THENCE SOUTH 10 RODS; THENCE WEST 40 RODS TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 5, 2010 MICHIGAN STATE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 77548502 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles Harvath aka Charles Harvath III and Roberta Harvath husband and wife, joint tenancy with full rights of survivorship, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 27, 2007, and recorded on March 29, 2007 in instrument 1178063, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Nationstar Mortgage LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Thirty-Four And 97/100 Dollars ($100,034.97), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 8 of Block 31 of the Eastern Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548678 File #327155F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dawn Seelye, a married woman and Paul D. Seelye, her husband, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 13, 2007 and recorded April 25, 2007 in Instrument Number 1179733, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-One and 64/100 Dollars ($108,791.64) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land lying in the Southwest quarter of Section 15, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West quarter corner of said Section; thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes West 658.04 feet along the West line of said Section to the Place of Beginning of this description; thence continuing South 0 degrees 00 minutes West 220.0 feet along said West line; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 31 seconds East 987.38 feet along the North line of the South 440 feet of the Northwest quarter of said Southwest quarter; thence North 0 degrees 06 minutes 25 seconds East 220.0 feet along the East line of the West 3/4 of the Northwest quarter of said Southwest quarter; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 31 seconds West 987.79 feet along the North line of the South 660 feet of the Northwest quarter of said Southwest quarter to the Place of Beginning. Subject to a right of way for Engle Road over the West 33 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 19, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5796 ASAP# 3696198 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010, 77548687 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jason A. Devore, a single man and Amber L. Stevens, a single woman, to PNC Mortgage, fka National City, a division of PNC Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 6, 2006 and recorded September 12, 2006 in Instrument Number 1169864, and Affidavit of Re-Recording on 12/28/2006 in Instrument Number 1174419, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Three Hundred and 65/100 Dollars ($121,300.65) including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 23, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 63, Misty Ridge Number 3, part of the Northeast quarter and Northwest quarter, Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 53 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 26, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 401.0680 ASAP# 3704791 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 09/16/2010 77548907 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Craig Hardy, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 29, 2006, and recorded on January 12, 2007 in instrument 1174924, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Three Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Two And 26/100 Dollars ($83,862.26), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 50 feet of Lot 1, Block 7, of Bennett and Kenfields Addition to the City, Formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 3, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548702 File #317893F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert A. Churchill and Adrianne L. Churchill, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 23, 2003, and recorded on July 16, 2003 in instrument 1108704, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand One Hundred Forty-Four And 38/100 Dollars ($79,144.38), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 20, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, Woodland Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as beginning at a point on the South Section line North 88 degrees 08 minutes 15 seconds West 880.65 feet from the Southeast corner of Section 20; thence North 88 degrees 08 minutes 15 seconds West 220.00 feet along the South Section line; thence North 02 degrees 34 minutes 57 seconds East 231.00 feet, thence South 88 degrees 08 minutes 15 seconds East 220.00 feet, thence South 02 degrees 34 minutes 57 seconds West 231.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #334040F01 77548880 �Page 12 — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brandon S Zalewski, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2005, and recorded on November 22, 2005 in instrument 1156594, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy And 59/100 Dollars ($131,770.59), including interest at 9% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 10, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, distant South 89 degrees 57 minutes 44 seconds West 1852.62 feet from the Northeast corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 11 minutes 23 seconds East 193.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 44 seconds West 47.25 feet to the Easterly right of way line of the former Grand River Valley Railroad; thence Northerly 215.38 feet along said right of way line and the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 1686.00 feet, the central angle of which is 7 degrees 19 minutes 10 seconds and the chord of which bears North 26 degrees 18 minutes 45 seconds West 215.24 feet to the North line of said Section 10; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 44 seconds East 142.02 feet along said Section line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Northerly 33 feet thereof for Parmalee Road. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548440 File #331418F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on May 22, 2006, by Mary R. Pennock, a single woman, and Neal P. Rider, a single man, as joint tenants with full rights of survivorship, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (now known as Commercial Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, successor-in-interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB), whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 30, 2006, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1165272, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Sixty-Five Thousand One Hundred Forty-Eight and 17/100 ($65,148.17); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Lot 1 and the East 6 feet of Lot 2, Block 6, Chamberlain's Addition to the Village (now City) of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 7, Barry County Records. Commonly known as: 206 W. Nelson Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058-2566 Tax parcel number: 08-55-215-023-00. The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: August 11, 2010 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK, SUCCESSOR-IN- Benjamin J. Price INTERST TO MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, Attorneys for Mortgagee FSB, of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 77548736 (517) 371-8253 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Christopher P. Horning and Stephanie Joerin, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 13, 2006 and recorded September 19, 2006 in Instrument Number 1170237, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. c/o Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand Four Hundred Seventy and 91/100 Dollars ($275,470.91) including interest at 3.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 23, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the East half, Southeast quarter, Section 21, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: Beginning at the Southeast comer of said section: Thence South 89 degrees 33 minutes 15 seconds West 776.19 feet along the South line of said Southeast quarter: Thence North 00 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds East 452.13 feet: Thence North 05 degrees 51 minutes 32 seconds East 29.90 feet: Thence South 77 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds East 781.29 feet: Thence South 00 degrees 07 minutes 37 seconds East 300.00 feet along the East line of Southeast quarter to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress and egress and utility purposes as described in the "easement description". An easement for ingress, egress, utility purposes and storm water drainage over a 66 foot wide strip of land, the centerline of which is described as : That part of the East half, Southeast quarter Section 21, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said section: Thence South 89 degrees 33 minutes 15 seconds West 1323.97 feet along the South line of said Southeast quarter: Thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 49 seconds West 1318.33 feet along the West line of said East half Southeast quarter: Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 43 seconds East 261.00 feet along the North line of the South half of said Southeast quarter to the place of beginning of the centerline of said 66 foot wide easement: Thence South 00 degrees 26 minutes 17 seconds East 85.00 feet; Thence Southeasterly 43.42 feet along a 33.00 foot radius curve to the left, have a delta angle of 75 degrees 23 minutes 35 seconds, and a chord which bears South 38 degrees 08 minutes 05 seconds East 40.36 feet: Thence South 75 degrees 49 minutes 52 seconds East 287.55 feet: Thence Southeasterly 106.93 feet along a 75.00 foot radius curve to the right having a delta angle of 81 degrees 41 minutes 24 seconds and a chord which bears South 34 degrees 59 minutes 10 seconds East 98.10 feet, Thence South 05 degrees 51 minutes 32 seconds West 599.80 feet to the place of ending of said 66 foot wide easement, also over a 60 foot radius circle, the radius point of which is the above described place of ending. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 26, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 379.0171 ASAP# 3704776 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 09/16/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert J. Stickney and Lisa A. Stickney, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 17, 2006 and recorded February 6, 2006 in Instrument Number 1159804, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eleven Thousand Three Hundred SixtySix and 10/100 Dollars ($211,366.10) including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 23, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southwest quarter of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West quarter corner of said section; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds West 845.00 feet along the West line of said section the Point of Beginning; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds East 254.98 feet parallel with the North line of said section; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds West 226.41 feet parallel with the West line of said section; thence North 89 degrees 36 minutes 22 seconds West 254.98 feet parallel with the South line of the Northwest quarter of the Southwest quarter of said section; thence North 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds East 225.93 feet along the West line of said section to the point of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress utilities and drainage as described Schedule "X". Schedule "X": an easement for ingress, egress, utilities and drainage over that part of the Southwest quarter of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: commencing at the West quarter corner of said section; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds West 825.00 feet along the West lien of said section; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds East 33.00 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds East 566.38 feet; thence Northeasterly 57.66 feet along a 59.00 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 55 degrees 59 minutes 27 seconds, and a chord bearing North 62 degrees 17 minutes 31 seconds East, 55.39 feet; thence Northwesterly, Southeasterly and Southwesterly 243.23 feet along 59.000 foot radius curve to the right, and said curve having a central angle of 236 degrees 12 minutes 28 seconds and a chord bearing South 27 degrees 35 minutes 58 seconds East 104.09 feet; thence North 89 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds West 663.93 feet; thence North 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds East 66.00 feet along the Easterly rightof-way line of Bender Road (66 feet wide) to the Point of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 26, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5972 ASAP# 3704757 08/26/2010, 77548912 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 09/16/2010 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Gary Groff and Cynthia Groff, husband and wife, of 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, and Bond Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Michigan, whose address is 2007 Eastern, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49507, dated February 19, 2009, and recorded on February 26, 2009 in Instrument No. 20090226-0001751 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, which mortgage has been assigned to Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 25, 2009 and recorded on July 2, 2009 with the Barry County Register of Deeds in Instrument No. 200907020006870, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of Fifty Five Thousand Six Hundred Nineteen Dollars and Ninety Six Cents ($55,619.96), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 16.85% and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the said debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on September 30, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., the undersigned will sell at the East door of the County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon said Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in said mortgage located in the Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan and which are described as follows: The East 50 feet of Lot 1 and the Westerly 25 feet of Lot 2 of Vogt’s Addition to Jordon Lake, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 102, Barry County Records. PP: # 15-105-001-00 which is commonly known as 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849. The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 DATED: August 17, 2010 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa, N.W. Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77548828 (616) 458-1315 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David L. Warner, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2005, and recorded on May 4, 2005 in instrument 1145915, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Three And 82/100 Dollars ($94,763.82), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast fractional 1/4 of the Northwest fractional 1/4 of Section 21, Town 2 North, range 9 West, Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, described as follows: commencing at an iron stake set in cement on the Southerly side of what was formerly Chicago, Kalamazoo, and Saginaw Railroad bed, 919 feet, Southwesterly from where the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 21 crosses said roadbed, thence Southwesterly along said roadbed 100 feet for place of beginning; thence Southeasterly 100 feet to a tile set in cement, thence Southwesterly 50 feet to a tile set in cement, thence Northwesterly 100 feet to said Chicago, Kalamazoo, and Saginaw roadbed, thence Northeasterly 50 feet to place of beginning. Also including a parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 21, commencing at a point on the approximate centerline of the old CK and S Railrod which lies South 68 degrees 40 minutes West 563 feet and South 55 degrees 50 minutes West 521.65 feet from the intersection of the centerline of old railroad grade and the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 21, thence South 25 degrees 43 minutes East 111.90 feet for the place of beginning of the land herein conveyed; thence South 25 degrees 43 minutes east 33.5 feet to the center of the road now established, being a 20 foot right of way heretofore granted by grantors herein in Quit Claim Deed recorded in Liber 369, Page 932, thence Northeasterly along the center of said roadway as now laid out to a point that said center line intrersect the extension of the Easterly line extended on its same course, of the land owned by grantees herein to the center of said roadway, thence Northwesterly on said Easterly line as extended to the Southeast corner of said grantee's land, thence 58 feet Southwesterly on the Southerly line of grantee's land to the place of beginning. Subject, however, to aforesaid recorded easement over the Southerly 10 feet thereof and hereby granting a right of way for ingress and egress over said 20 foot roadway as now laid out and established and running Southeasterly from the aforesaid CK and S railroad right of way to the said North and South 1/8 line of said Section 21. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548446 File #227855F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael L. Baadke, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 25, 2004, and recorded on November 2, 2004 in instrument 1136575, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Household Finance Corp III as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Five Thousand EightySeven And 41/100 Dollars ($145,087.41), including interest at 9.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 34 of Hilltop Estates, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, on Page 74. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548353 File #332140F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on April 25, 2005, by Ronald D. Knutson and Linda Dudda-Knutson (a/k/a Linda D. Knutson), husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (now known as Commercial Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, successor-in-interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB), whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on April 27, 2005, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1145540, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Twenty-Six Thousand Sixty-Six and 01/100 ($26,066.01); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HOPE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at the North 1/8 post of the Southeast fractional › of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, thence South 550 feet, thence East 306.01 feet, thence North 65 degrees 12 minutes East, 511.80 feet for a point of beginning, thence North 80 degrees 55 minutes East 63.08 feet; thence South 68 degrees 57 minutes East 200.65 feet, thence South 51 degrees 59 minutes West 136.23 feet, thence North 44 degrees 09 minutes West 204 feet to the place of beginning; ALSO the Southwesterly š of the following described parcel: Beginning at a point which lies 550 feet due South 824.39 feet due East and 247.93 feet North 51 degrees 59 minutes East from the Northwest corner of the Northeast › of the Southeast › of said Section 34, thence North 64 degrees 24 minutes West 200.65 feet, thence North 46 degrees 36 minutes East 31.06 feet; thence South 64 degrees 24 minutes East 209.37 feet, thence South 51 degrees 59 minutes West 34.97 feet to the point of beginning; And Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Northeast › of the Southeast › of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan, and running thence South 550 feet along the East 1/8 line of said section, also being the West line of a 30 foot easement; thence East 306.01 feet along the South line of said 30 foot easement; thence North 65 degrees 12 minutes East, 511.63 feet along the Southeasterly line of said 30 foot easement the true place of beginning of this description; thence South 44 degrees 09 minutes East 204 feet; thence South 51 degrees 59 minutes West 161.69 feet; thence North 29 degrees 01 minutes West 230.07 feet; thence North 65 degrees 12 minutes East 106.73 feet to the place of beginning, TOGETHER with rights if ingress and egress to Harrington Road over the above described easement and rights of ingress and egress over easement 30 feet in width adjoining the Southeasterly and Southwesterly sides of the above described parcel. Commonly known as: 3188 Perch Point Dr., Delton, Michigan 49046 Tax parcel number: 08-07-034-017-00. The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: August 11, 2010 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK, SUCCESSOR-IN- Benjamin J. Price INTERST TO MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, Attorneys for MortgageeFSB, of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 77548746 (517) 371-8253 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by John and Connie Liabenow (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 4118 Jordan Rd, Freeport, MI 49325. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of August 30, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after August 30, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. August 30, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77549368 Hastings, MI 49058 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Leonard E Graff, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 27, 2004, and recorded on September 3, 2004 in instrument 1133481, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Eight Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-One And 31/100 Dollars ($148,791.31), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 181.50 feet along the South line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 1137.73 feet along said South line; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 192.00 feet along the East line of the West 1/2 of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 100.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 600.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 98.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 6.00 feet; thence North 72 degrees 35 minutes 41 seconds East 92.11 feet along the centerline of Guernsey Lake Road; thence Northwesterly 165.64 feet along said centerline along a 135.00 foot radius curve to the left; the chord of which bears North 37 degrees 26 minutes 38 seconds East 155.45 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds East 213.90 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 300.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds East 441.70 feet; thence South 00 degrees 41 minutes 18 seconds East 622.01 feet along the West line of the East 676.5 feet of said Southeast 1/4; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds East 495.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 41 minutes 18 seconds East 627.00 feet to the place of beginning. Parcel is subject to easements, restrictions and right of ways of record. Parcel 2: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 1319.23 feet along the South line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 192.00 feet along the East line of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 100.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 600.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 98.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 6.0 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 214.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds East 198.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds East 63.00 feet along the East line of the West 1/2 of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 13.90 feet; thence Southwesterly 165.64 feet along the centerline of Guernsey Lake Road along a 135.00 foot radius curve to the right, the chord of which bears South 37 degrees 26 minutes 38 seconds West 155.45 feet; thence South 72 degrees 35 minutes 41 seconds West 92.11 feet along said centerline to the place of beginning. Parcel is subject to easements, restrictions and right of ways of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548938 File #254157F02 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Dennis and Pamela Humphrey (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 5311 E M-79 Hwy, Nashville, MI 49073. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of August 30, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after August 30, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda <http://www.michigan.gov/mshda> , or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. August 30, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77549370 Hastings, MI 49058 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Trust In the matter of the LIVING TRUST OF OTIS L. GRANGER as amended by the FIRST AMENDMENT IN TO TO TO LIVING TRUST OF OTIS L. GRANGER dated October 14, 2008 as Amended July 8, 2009. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Otis L. Granger, who lived at 12421 VALPINE DRIVE, BATTLE CREEK, MICHIGAN 49017 died 8/18/2010 leaving a certain trust under the name of LIVING TRUST OF OTIS L. GRANGER as amended by the FIRST AMENDMENT IN TOTO TO LIVING TRUST OF OTIS L. GRANGER dated October 14, 2008 as Amended July 8, 2009, wherein the decedent was the Settlor and Carrol Carpenter and SuAnne G. Bracewell were named as the cotrustee serving at the time of or as a result of the decedent’s death. Creditors of the decedent and of the trust are notified that all claims against the decedent or against the trust will be forever barred unless presented to Carrol Carpenter and SuAnne G. Bracewell the named trustee at 1005 Bristol Road Delton, MI 49046 or 210705 Arian Drive, Alpharetta, GA 30022 within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. August 23, 2010 David H. Tripp (P29290) 206 South Broadway Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-9585 Carrol Carpenter 1005 Bristol Road Delton, MI 49046 or SueAnne Bracewell 210705 Arian Drive Alpharetta, GA 30022 77548975 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Rebecca Dipp, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 4147 N M 43 Hwy, Hastings, MI 49058-7966. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548960 File # 337629F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Timothy Koneska and Anne Koneska, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 230 W Madison St, Hastings, MI 49058-2245. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549199 File # 232208F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David Killgore and Karen Killgore, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 1, 2007, and recorded on June 4, 2007 in instrument 1181301, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ten Thousand Seven Hundred Twelve And 52/100 Dollars ($110,712.52), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land located in the Northeast 1/4 of section 11, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the center line of old M-37 which lies South 00 degrees 06 minutes 20 seconds East 433.26 feet and South 50 degrees 33 minutes 20 seconds East 1056.01 feet from the North 1/4 post of said Section 11; thence South 39 degrees 26 minutes 40 seconds West 189.0 feet; thence North 50 degrees 33 minutes 20 seconds West 217.69 feet; thence North 32 degrees 19 minutes 08 seconds East 190.47 feet to the center of said highway; thence South 50 degrees 33 minutes 20 seconds East 241.32 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548890 File #261605F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Claudia G Lenartz fka Caludia G White, a married woman, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated May 7, 2003, and recorded on July 3, 2003 in instrument 1107832, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chemical Bank f/k/a Chemical Bank West as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy And 86/100 Dollars ($127,870.86), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Southeat 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of section 35, Town 3 north, Range 9 West, Rutland township, Barry county, Michigan, Except the North 800 feet of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 35, Town 3 North, Range 9 West Rutland township, Barry county, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 35, Town 3 North, Range 9 West Thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 37 seconds West, 1307.57 feet along the North-South 1/4 line of said Section 35 to the place of beginning, thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 37 seconds West 800.01 feet along said North-South 1/4 line; thence south 89 degrees 46 minutes 38 seconds West, 1325.41 feet, thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 45 seconds East 800.02 feet along the West line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, thence north 89 degrees 46 mintues 38 seconds East, 1324.45 feet along the North line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548917 File #258525F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Rick Fuller and Nancy Fuller, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 5505 Keller Rd, Delton, MI 49046-9768. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77548963 File # 293705F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Vicki S Harnish, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11467 W Bowens Mills Rd, Middleville, MI 493339241. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549182 File # 339370F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Dennis Jay Steffes and Tina Marie Steffes, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 3001 Iroquois Trl, Hastings, MI 49058-9771. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 30, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 30, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549360 File # 337812F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on February 23, 2007 by LAK Properties, LLC, Miava M. Gravelyn, not personally but as Trustee of the Miava Gravelyn Trust Under a Trust Agreement Dated July 8, 1999, and Miava M. Gravelyn, collectively Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgage was recorded on March 6, 2007 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1177175. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Three Hundred Three Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Four and 97/100 Dollars ($303,854.97), including interest at 7.250% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On Thursday, September 9, 2010, at one o'clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys' fees allowed by law, the property located in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Lot 5, Pioneer Farm Subdivision, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 34, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan. More commonly known as 9430 Springcreek Court, Middleville, Michigan The redemption period shall be six months from the date of the sale. MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank Dated: August 3, 2010 By: Is/Rachel J.Foster Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 269-226-2982 77548266 KZ DOCS 24581 lvl 36177.127 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Larry D. Dockter and Melissa P. Dockter, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 26, 2005, and recorded on May 31, 2005 in instrument 1147391, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Four Hundred Five And 59/100 Dollars ($94,405.59), including interest at 8.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 1/2 of Lots 16 and 17 of O.A. Phillips Addition, to the Village of Nashville, according to the Recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548671 File #333240F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Deborah S. Massimino, married and Anthony Massimino, married, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated May 8, 2006, and recorded on May 19, 2006 in instrument 1164854, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Three And 86/100 Dollars ($174,903.86), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 222 feet of the following: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 9, Town 1 North, Range 7 West; thence North 350 feet; thence West 1220 feet; thence South 350 feet; thence East 1220 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548469 File #332693F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kenneth E Jackson, and A Marie Jackson, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 8, 2007, and recorded on June 19, 2007 in instrument 1181895, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Four Thousand Five Hundred Eighteen And 35/100 Dollars ($164,518.35), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 11, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 corner of Section 11; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 1319.03 feet along the South line of Section 11; thence North 00 degrees 46 minutes 40 seconds West 233.46 feet; thence North 13 degrees 34 minutes 20 seconds East 985.63 feet along the centerline of Whitneyville Road to the point of beginning of this description; continuing thence North 13 degrees 34 minutes 20 seconds East 256.70 feet along the centerline of Whitneyville Road (100 feet wide); thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 200 feet; thence South 13 degrees 34 minutes 20 seconds West 287.63 feet; thence North 81 degrees 08 minutes 00 seconds West 195.07 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 12, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #267248F02 77548509 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David B. Rozelle and Shirley E. Rozelle, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 1, 2006, and recorded on December 14, 2006 in instrument 1173887, and rerecorded on January 18, 2007 in instrument 1175162, and modified by agreement recorded on June 5, 2009 in instrument 200906050005921, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventeen Thousand Six Hundred Sixty-Six And 86/100 Dollars ($117,666.86), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 30, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, described as: commencing 267 feet East of the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 36 for the place of beginning; thence East 162 feet; thence South 330 feet; thence West 162 feet; thence North 330 feet to the place of beginning. 2003 Fairmont, Serial Number MY04120926AB, Certificate Number 268S1870231A, 44 feet 8 inches by 26 feet 8 inches. Which by intention of the parties shall constitute a part of the realty and shall pass with it, and it is an improvement to the land and an immovable fixture and that it will be treated as real estate. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #241581F02 77548966 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by Vince Meaney and Karen Meaney, husband and wife, of 4524 Coral lake Drive, Bradenton, FL 34210, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated December 9, 2005 recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on December 14, 2005, instrument number 1157653, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of September 2, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Eighty One and 76/100ths Dollars ($103,081.76), together with interest at 6.375% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, September 30, 2010 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to Circuit Court Courthouse at 220 W. State St, Hastings, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 3632 Bender Road, Middleville, MI 49333 PP# 08-14-027-006-00 Commencing at the center Highway, 587 feet North of the Southwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence East 235 feet; thence North 132 feet; thence West 235 feet; thence South 132 feet to the place of beginning. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: August 30, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77549387 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 �Page 14 — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Roland Wilcox and Kerry Wilcox, husband and wife, to Mercantile National Bank of Indiana, Mortgagee, dated January 10, 2003 and recorded January 21, 2003 in Instrument Number 1095945, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage Inc., fka CitiFinancial Mortgage Company, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-One and 63/100 Dollars ($133,761.63) including interest at 6.98% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 30, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 5 of Malcolm's Acres Subdivision, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, on Page 8. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 2, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 671.0094 ASAP# 3714130 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 77549382 09/16/2010, 09/23/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Wysko, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 26, 2007 and recorded June 27, 2007 in Instrument Number 1182307, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Nine and 84/100 Dollars ($98,949.84) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 30, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West half of Lots 205 and 206 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof in Liber A, Page 1. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 2, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.6140 ASAP# 3714110 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 77549377 09/16/2010, 09/23/2010 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 2010-25649-DE Estate of ERNEST S. MAY, Deceased. Date of birth: 03-12-1927. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Ernest S. May, who lived at 2860 South Price Road, Nashville, Michigan died July 14, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Carroll E. May, Sr., and Earnest May, named Co-Personal Representatives or proposed representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Suite 302, Hastings, MI 49058, and the named Co-Personal Representatives within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: August 24, 2010 David L. Smith P20636 133 South Cochran, P.O. Box 8 Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 543-6401 Carroll E. May, Sr., Personal Representative 2860 South Price Road, Nashville, MI 49073 Earnest May, Personal Representative 322 South Hartel Road, Potterville, MI 48876 77549344 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY Corrected NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-25593-DE Estate of Phyllis Kline. Date of birth: 04/14/1926. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Phyllis Jean Kline, who lived at 10118 Finkbeiner Road, Middleville, MI 49333, died 02/20/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Carla Rock, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Hastings, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 08/24/2010 Amy L. McDowell (P52898) 121 West Apple Street, Suite 101 Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-3512 Carla Rock 10118 Finkbeiner Road 77548972 Middleville, MI 49333 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Theresa McCormick (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 752 S Grove St, Delton MI 49046. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of August 30, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after August 30, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. August 30, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77549366 Hastings, MI 49058 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Mikel C Staffen and Dawn G Staffen, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 2192 Superior Dr, Nashville, MI 49073-8750. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549358 File # 339697F01 NOTICE The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve on the Agriculture Preservation Board; Agriculture Interest Position. Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; or www.barrycounty.org; and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on September 6, 2010. Contact 269-0945-1284 for 77549191 more information. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darren P. McKinstry and Brook L. McKinstry Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage Services Co, Mortgagee, dated March 8, 2002, and recorded on March 14, 2002 in instrument 1076562, and assigned by said Mortgagee to National City Mortgage Co. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Two Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty-Four And 05/100 Dollars ($62,834.05), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 6 and 7, Block E, Pleasant Shores, according to the Recorded Plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 59. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548885 File #334760F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stanley G Norris Sr a married man and Karen S Norris his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 3, 2005, and recorded on November 14, 2005 in instrument 1156176, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Eleven Thousand Eight Hundred And 26/100 Dollars ($311,800.26), including interest at 8.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 30, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan. Also the South 450.8 feet of the East 348.08 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549351 File #297366F02 Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them The BANNER To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Michael Miller and Linda Miller, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 502 S Jefferson St, Hastings, MI 490582234. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from August 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after August 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549356 File # 252162F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jacob P. Vincent, a single man and Andrea M. Thornton, a single woman, to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Mortgagee, dated June 9, 2006 and recorded June 13, 2006 in Instrument Number 1165949, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Chase Home Finance LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Four and 45/100 Dollars ($108,874.45) including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 9, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 30, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, Distant North 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds East, 88.00 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section 30; thence North 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds East, 290.02 feet along said East line thence North 89 degrees 41 minutes 23 seconds West, 51.17 feet to the Westerly right of way line of state highway M-43; thence North 86 degrees 53 minutes 13 seconds West, 213.11 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 12 seconds West, 305.97 feet; thence North 89 degrees 06 minutes 43 seconds East, 264.00 feet parallel with the South line of said Section 30 to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes for state highway M-43 as recorded in Liber 271 on Page 399 and any other easements or restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 12, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.8166 ASAP# 3687444 08/12/2010, 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010 77548492 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Keith Nelson, a single person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 8, 2005, and recorded on February 23, 2005 in instrument 1141762, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S Bank National Association, as Trustee of Harborview 2005-13 Trust Fund as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Nine And 46/100 Dollars ($251,259.46), including interest at 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3, Ridgeview, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Liber 6, Page 32. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548933 File #204424F04 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David E. Holes, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 1, 2004 and recorded May 5, 2004 in Instrument Number 1126979, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by GMAC Mortgage, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-Three and 96/100 Dollars ($103,773.96) including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 35, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, distant West 305.04 feet from the Northeast corner of Section 35; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 05 seconds West 714.00 feet; thence West 354.96 feet; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 05 seconds East 97.00 feet; thence West 387.70 feet; thence North 15 degrees 35 minutes 43 seconds East 640.58 feet to the North line of Section 35; thence East 571.00 feet to the Place of Beginning. Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 19, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 618.5620 ASAP# 3696217 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010, 77548692 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010 LEGAL NOTICE BARRY COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSIONER NOTICE OF HEARING FOR REVIEW OF APPORTIONMENTS In the matter of the: BARRY/EATON INTERCOUNTY DRAIN located in Castleton and Woodland Townships CARLTON/IRVING DRAIN located in Carlton and Hastings Charter Townships CLARY/WHITNEY DRAIN located in Hastings Charter Township NOTICE IF HEREBY GIVEN THAT a Day of Review of Apportionments for construction and/or maintenance on the above referenced drain will be held as follows: LOCATION: Barry County Drain Commission 220 W. State Street Barry County Courthouse - 3rd Floor Hastings Michigan (269) 945-1385 DATE: TIME: Tuesday, September 21, 2010 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You are being notified of this review because, according to records in this office, you own property in the drainage district. Appeal of an apportionment may be made within ten (10) days after this hearing by making an application to the Barry County Probate Court for the appointment of a Board of Review. Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for participation should contact the Drain Commissioner one week in advance. 77549364 Russell D. Yarger Barry County Drain Commissioner �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — Page 15 Three meth labs discovered in Mulliken Banner CLASSIFIEDS Three arrests were made by the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department and three suspected methamphetamine labs were uncovered and shut down in Mulliken Tuesday, Aug. 31. At of Wednesday afternoon, the amount of involved methamphetamine confiscated was unknown. “The bust was attributed to proactive efforts of our regional meth team,” said Eaton County Chief Deputy Brian Peacock. “Based on intelligence reports, they made contact, which resulted in discovery of three meth labs and arrests in Mulliken.” According to Peacock, one of the three suspects was approached as a person of interest and fled in a truck on Grand Ledge Highway (M-43) in Mulliken. The suspect went “off road,” drove through a fence and finally crashed into a steel pillar in the Davis Construction lot near the Sportsman’s Bar. After a short foot chase, the suspect was apprehended. Officers found methamphetamine that the POLICE BEAT Man assaults woman for ignoring texts Hastings Police arrested a man Aug. 24 on charges of domestic assault. According to the Hastings victim, 31, the assault occurred at a residence on Redwood Drive early Aug. 23. According to the complainant, she did not report the incident because she was afraid of the suspect, a 32-year-old Hastings man. He was accused of physically assaulting and choking the victim after she failed to respond to his text messages. The suspect is facing additional charges for possessing marijuana found during the arrest. He was transported and lodged at the Barry County Jail. Man looking for a fight finds jail Hastings Police responded Aug. 29 to an assault complaint on South Jefferson Street. Officers made contact with the victim, 30, and witnesses just prior to 2 a.m., and were told the suspect struck the victim several times with no provocation and fled the area on foot. The Hastings man, 24, was located on South Broadway involved in another dispute. He was placed under arrest on charges of assault and battery and lodged at the Barry County Jail. Police said alcohol consumption appears to have been a factor. Mini-bike may have been taken for debt Barry County Sheriff Deputies investigated a stolen mini-bike Aug. 13 on Enzian Road near Plainwell. According to the complainant, a silver Buick drove up to the house, and a man put the red and black Baja Heat 70cc mini-bike into the trunk, then drove away. The caller recognized the man. Deputies questioned several people related to the incident but the suspect could not be located. The 29-year-old Gobles man has two warrants outstanding. According to the report, the mini-bike theft may be related to a drug debt. Ring theft circles back to caller A report of two stolen diamond rings on Marsh Road near Plainwell Aug. 16 was sent to the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. The caller, the ring owner’s boyfriend, said he suspected a woman who had stayed overnight with the couple of stealing the jewelry. He believed she had taken the diamond rings to pay for drugs. The owner reported the rings, valued at $1,000, were found missing from her jewelry box on a bedroom dresser. She told deputies she suspected her boyfriend had taken her deceased mother’s rings. Upon investigation, the boyfriend, 55, had an outstanding warrant from Kalamazoo County, and was arrested. No rings were found. Suspicious white van reported in area Too many pills make sidewalk inviting A man was reported by witnesses to be lying on the sidewalk of Division Street in Freeport Aug. 18. Deputies responded and were informed that Freeport First Responders were on the scene. When the deputy arrived, the subject acknowledged him and said he had taken 17 blood pressure pills just 15 minutes prior, and needed to go to the hospital. Hastings Mercy Ambulance arrived and the man walked to the ambulance. He was transported to Pennock Health where he was reported in good condition. Engines taken from boat in Yankee Springs Barry County Deputies investigated an Aug. 25 report of two stolen outboard engines. According to the caller, both a 25- and a 15-horsepower Mercury engine were taken from his boat parked in his yard on Shaw Lake Road near Middleville. The 25-horsepower engine was mounted on the boat, but the 15-horsepower was loose in the boat. The case is closed due to no suspects. Hudsonville mother is confused and endangering Nashville Police and Barry County Deputies responded to a call Aug. 25 in which a woman was reportedly trying to get rid of her 3-year-old son. According to witnesses, the woman, 31, of Hudsonville, was knocking on doors and stopping traffic on East M-79 highway, to give away her boy. The boy was dressed in pajama bottoms only. Reportedly, the woman was frantic and shouting that she had killed a woman in Grand Rapids. She told witnesses she was taking the medications Zoloft and Adderall. Child Protective Services was called, and the child was turned over to his grandmother. The woman was transported to Pennock Health by ambulance. The case is closed and has been transferred to Ottawa County Child Protective Services. Critter causes damage near Algonquin Lake Garage Sale In Memoriam AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 With deputies in pursuit, a meth lab suspect fled in a truck, crashing through this fence into a Mulliken parking lot, and finally fled on foot before being arrested. suspect had thrown from the truck during the chase. No injuries were reported. The suspect was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and fleeing police officers, then lodged in the Eaton County Jail. “Our biggest concern in lab investigations is rendering the area safe,” said Peacock. In all, three suspects were arrested, but no further information was provided. Battle Creek motorcyclist killed in Saturday crash A motorcycle accident Saturday evening, Aug. 28, claimed the life of a Battle Creek man. Hastings Police are investigating the fatality that occurred at 5:44 p.m. on West State Street. According to witnesses, Andrew Zanetti, 26, of Battle Creek, was traveling west alongside an unacquainted motorcycle rider. Zanetti swerved into a driveway entrance and hit the driveway’s curb. The motorcycle left the ground, came down on its side, and slid into a street sign. Zanetti landed at the bottom of the sign, while the motorcycle continued to travel up the sign. Hastings Police officers performed first aid but Zanetti was pronounced dead at the scene and transported by ambulance to Lansing for autopsy. A medical helicopter and the Hastings Fire Department also were on the scene. Michigan State Police Hastings Post assisted Hastings Police with reconstructing the accident scene, and the accident remains under investigation. COURT NEWS Lindsey K. Palmer, 19, of Middleville was sentenced in circuit court Aug. 25 for stealing and using a financial transaction device. She was ordered to serve 90 days in jail with credit for 46 days served. She will serve no more than three years on probation and was ordered to pay $628 in court costs. Charges dropped by the prosecutor’s office included illegal sales or use of a financial transaction device and larceny less that $200. Bill Mansfield III, 37, of Middleville was sentenced for possession of body armor with a history of a violent felony. On Aug. 25, Mansfield was ordered to serve three months in jail, with credit for one day served. He was ordered to pay costs and restitution of $2,128. Balance of his jail time will be suspended upon payment of $2,128. The body armor was confiscated. A Hastings man was sentenced for attempted criminal sexual conduct, third degree, with a person 13 to 15 years of age. On Aug. 27, Jeffrey S. Martz, 19, was ordered to spend 11 months in jail with credit for 81 days served and not more that two years of probation. He must pay $628 in court costs. The balance of his jail time will be suspended upon payment. A charge of criminal sexual conduct, third degree, with a person 13 to 15 years of age was dropped. Danny C. Gillons, 57, of Woodland was sentenced to six months in jail with credit for two days served. A work release was granted. Gillons pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle while impaired. He was also ordered to pay $1,328 in court costs and restitution, with 36 months of probation. Charges of operating while intoxicated third offense, operating with license suspended, revoked or denied and unlawful use license plate, registration or title were dropped. GARAGE SALE, SEPTEMIN MEMORY OF BER 2nd-6th, 9am-5pm. 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Advertise garage sales, items, furniture, clothing. porch sales, yard sales and September 3rd 9am-5pm, miscellaneous items with September 4th 9am-12. 11900 classifieds in both the ReJackson Rd., Middleville. minder and Hastings Banner. Phone (269)945-9554. Farm EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 Community Notices DELTON FALL CRAFT SHOW: Attention Artist, Crafters & Vendors, join us Saturday, November 13th for our annual & highly successful craft show. Application fee $50. Contact Dena Smith @ (269)270-4326 or DenaSmiith826@gmail.com for your application. Recreation FOR SALE: 1988 19ft. Bayliner. Excellent condition, 175hp. Mercury outboard. $3,500 OBO. (517)507-9941 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. 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Come to Grand Rental Station’s Clinic on this subject next week Wednesday, September 8 at 6:30 PM to learn more A porous trowel finish is recommended for exterior applications that require minimal skid resistance such as; patios and porches. To achieve a porous trowel finish; trowel the concrete when it reaches a consistency that supports your weight but leaves footprints approximately 1/2" deep. A hard trowel finish is recommended for interior applications that require a non-porous surface such as shop floors and garage floors. To achieve a hard trowel finish the concrete must be finished with a power trowel. 575 Tanner Lake Road, Hastings, MI • Call us at 948-9891 77549394 Sheriff deputies responded to a car accident on West State Road at Agaming Road near Hastings July 18 after a Dodge Avenger had crashed into the Algonquin Lake spillway. When deputies arrived, first responders were attempting to remove the female driver, 27, from the wreckage. According to the report, the metal guard rail and a chain link fence were torn from their posts. The driver explained to deputies that she swerved to miss a “critter,” possibly a raccoon. The Hastings woman was taken to Hastings Airport by Mercy Ambulance and flown by Aeromed to Spectrum Butterworth in Grand Rapids. She reportedly had a broken sternum and a broken bone in her back. Marijuana also was found in the car. The driver claimed it was not hers but from a previous passenger. The case was inactive at press time. For Sale 77548212 A suspicious white Plymouth mini-van was reported to Barry County Deputies Aug. 25. The caller said the van, which was not from the neighborhood, was continually driving past their house on Durkee Road in the northeast part of the county. The driver, a older Caucasian man with gray and black hair, also had pulled into their driveway and parked for a long period. Reportedly, the caller had seen the van in the Hastings Wal-mart parking lot. The man drove away when approached. The case is closed. CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 �Page 16 — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner EDUCATION, continued from page 1 by Brett Bremer Bringing the whole KVA to Kalamazoo works out great In my half dazed state following back-to-back nights of high school football games and a day spent running the annual Jim Jensen Memorial 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament during Hastings Summerfest, it seemed that the KVA Classic was a complete success at Western Michigan University’s Waldo Stadium. The seats were far from full, and the sun was blaring down on the afternoon games Saturday, but a success none the less. Recent renovations to Waldo Stadium have to have made the facility one of the best in all of the Mid-American Conference. They way the stadium is built with bleachers rising high on South, East, and West ends and the practice facility looming large to the North must make it quite the cavern for sound on days like the one last September when Central Michigan University came to town and scored a 34-23 win in front of a seasonbest crowd of 27,896. Couldn’t help remembering the line from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade in which Sean Connery leans over to Harrison Ford in Berlin and whispers, “we are pilgrims in an unholy land,” as I rolled into the parking lot with the tiny Flying C on my rear window. Whatever Chippewa fans think of the Broncos, it was a terrific gift to the youngsters in the Kalamazoo Valley Association to allow them to play in Waldo Stadium to open the season. It all went much smoother than Lakewood and Hastings’ trip to the Palace to play basketball last December where the Saxons got stuck in a traffic jam and showed up late, and the nearly empty arena made the fans who did trek across the state to watch their teams play seem few and far between. The KVA Classic is the way to do one of these things where high school sports are being showcased on a grander stage. Keep it local. Sure the Maple Valley and Constantine squads had a good trip, but not any longer than on a normal Friday night. If the KVA played all of its games in Kalamazoo it would save some time for everyone. If the Lions and Falcons hadn’t played in Waldo Stadium, Constantine would have had to make the trip all the way to Maple Valley High School. Meeting in the middle isn’t such a bad idea for schools like those. Coaches were a bit worried about their players being in awe of the stadium, but I didn’t see as much of that as I did at the Palace last winter. During time-outs players and coaches would often look to the rafters at the Palace. Saturday, during the Delton Kellogg/Kalamazoo Christian contest the players seemed to have their minds a little more on the contest - no matter how lopsided things turned out. There were quite a few lopsided contests during the weekend. Olivet topped Galesburg-Augusta 44-0, Constantine beat the Lions 34-16, Parchment bested Hackett Catholic Central 17-14, Kalamazoo Christian downed Delton Kellogg 23-0, and Pennfield beat Schoolcraft 34-28. While everyone would like to see better football all the way around, if the KVA Classic is run the same way in the future it’d be nice to see Delton Kellogg and Maple Valley move up in the weekend’s other standings too. PNC Bank awarded $1,000 to the Hackett Catholic Central program, which won the competition organized by the Volunteer Center of Greater Kalamazoo to see which of the ten-league teams would log the most community service hours over the summer. Parchment finished second, and Constantine third. The league announced that in total, the teams logged 2,639 hours of volunteer service over an eight-week period. Have a Printing Need? room in the evening. “It’s easy for a kid to say, ‘Yeah it’s going great. I’m keeping up,’ and then you find out later that they aren’t. By having them come in at least five hours a week, we can make sure they are keeping up and can help them with any problems they may be having with a particular class,” said Haines. “The colleges deliver the curriculum and the state doesn’t require contact for teacher-led online courses, but Hastings High School does. The kids will need to put in more than five hours to keep up with their work, but they can do that at home or anywhere else they can get on the Internet.” Haines said it was important to him and Loomis that the alternative education program be offered during the regular school day. This would allow an alternative education student who was having difficulty with online course to have access to a Hastings High School teacher or receive tutoring. The schedule also may open up additional opportunities for alternative education students in the future. That is why he also suggested locating alternative education program in the community center. “It was Andrew’s suggestion, and a very valid point, in the past we’ve taken our alternative ed buildings, when we had them and stuck them somewhere far, far away,” said Satterlee. “If we really want to be credible, it should be where there’s other opportunities for kids to have those things that are of help to them.” “We wanted a nice, shiny new space, not a traditional classroom, but not a traditional alternative ed classroom stuck in a run-down unused building,” said Haines. “We wanted a place where kids would have access to other resources. The superintendent and the school board have been very supportive of this.” “We’re trying to treat it separately in some respects; ... someday, in the future, if we have a kid in alternative ed who wants to take band, he can walk next down the hall, take band, walk back and take alt ed the rest of the day,” said Satterlee. “We’re still working through it, but our intent is that whatever the hook is for that child — whether it’s extracurriculars, if it’s football, baseball, track and field, or Science Olympiad — if they want to be involved, we want them involved because that gives them a reason to show up at school and do a good job,” said Satterlee. We haven’t had anyone approach us about it yet but we’ve had those conversations amongst ourselves.” “It’s not about getting 50 students in the door, it’s about getting 50 students out the door with the right piece of paper in their hands,” said Haines. While last year’s pilot program enrolled only 12 students, this year’s program was capped at 50. There are already 50 students enrolled in alternative education, with more on a waiting list, said Satterlee.. “They say we are getting about five phone calls a day from people asking about the program. It’s really fantastic; but, we want to be really comfortable with it before we expand it too much,” he said. “We’ll see how do in the first few weeks and maybe we’ll lift the cap.” GenNet is run by the Genesee Intermediate School District and offers teacher-led and teacher facilitated courses and self-directed classroom tools over the Internet for both middle and high school students. The courses include video, audio, online quizzes and tests and projects students complete and submit to their instructors. Students also can use e-mail to communicate with their teachers and fellow students through course-linked discussion boards. They also can use links to the Internet for additional information about subjects they are studying. The courses were designed by several universities to meet Michigan’s benchmarks for high school education. Participating universities include University of Stetson, Northwestern University, and University of Nebraska Lincoln. While many of the online courses are set up in a “traditional” format featuring videotaped lectures and use message boards for group discussions, others make use of emerging virtual computer technology. “Some of these courses are very interactive,” said Hastings High School Assistant Principal Steve Hoke. “There is a virtual chemistry lab that is very interactive and realistic, except if they mix something wrong and it blows up, nobody gets hurt.” When asked about additional costs associated with an alternative education program, Satterlee said, “Yes and no.” “The district gets a $7,316 per child foundation allowance from the State of Michigan. The difference is we don’t employ all the teachers. We employ Mr. Loomis and Mr. Haines, but the other four teachers are employed through the Genesee program, so they are the teachers of record ... Haines and Loomis will just act as a monitor, keeping tabs on kids to make sure they are on pace they should be running,” he said. “In some respects, I’d like to say it’s less expensive but in other respects we still have to employ the high school history teacher ... We also have to pay for all the classes the students take through GenNet. .. just like we do with dual enrollment classes.” Satterlee added that Hastings also is looking at offering a flexible schedule, where students who need to recover credits to stay on schedule for graduation may go for an hour before or after school and take a virtual online course. “If you’re a kid that needs credit recovery, typically, you don’t have a whole hour in the middle of your day to go do that,” he said. “So, we need to provide the opportunity to do that at another point in time, when they can.” Hoke said eventually GenNet could be used to expand the curriculum for all Hastings High School students. “It’s still in the planning stage, but there are really no limits to what can be done with this,” he said. “We could use GenNet to offer [Advanced Placement] classes that we don’t have enough staff to teach or classes we don’t offer, like German, or some advanced math and science courses.” At the start of this school year, the focus will be on using GenNet for alternative education. “The program has the potential to double in size,” said Hoke. “This program is designed for someone who is outside of the 97 percent that can be successful in a traditional classroom model,” said Haines. “Students who want to get on the waiting list should call the high school. They will need to go through the application process, and we will sit down and discuss the program with them. This is a very a la carte education. Each kid is set up in their own virtual school; it’s not cookie cutter like the traditional curriculum. But, the student’s goal is still the path to graduation and earning a high school diploma.” TESTING, continued from page 1 successful.” In the Thornapple Kellogg School District Superintendent Gary Rider and Assistant Superintendent Tom Enslen said the first effort is to work on the Common Core standards. They are working with teachers and principals to make sure the guidelines for what students should know by a certain grade are aligned with what is being taught at Thornapple Kellogg. “We think it will be about two years before we will be doing assessments on proposed changes to the testing,” said Enslen. In addition, the district is waiting for the state to establish mandates for local districts. Thornapple Kellogg continues to work on its “Power Standards” to ensure that students are learning up to grade level. In a letter published in the district’s newsletter, Rider wrote, “We are continuing to work on constructing our district-wide ‘curriculum map.’ Last year, teachers continued with the hard work of developing our TK ‘Power Standards’ and we will be moving to the next step of this important process this year. When this process is complete, we will have a system in place that will greatly enhance our ability to serve the needs of our students that will improve the quality of instruction at TK for years to come.” Delton Kellogg Superintendent Paul Blacken said he feels the move to online testing is a natural progression. “It’s a way to save money, and the quicker feedback will allow teachers to address student weaknesses in a timely manner,” said Blacken. “The MEAP is given in the fall, and if a teacher can get results quickly within the same school year, by it being online, the education process becomes more efficient for both the student and the teacher.” Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee said that while details of the switch from MEAP to online standardized testing are still sketchy, he is not surprised at the possibility. “I don’t necessarily agree with the change,” he added. “I’m a little nervous about it because the kids have to have knowledge about the content area on which they are being tested. They also have to have the computer skills. But then, students have stronger computer skills than adults because that is the world they grew up and live in.” The establishment of a national online testing system is dependent on whether the consortium receives a $350 million in grant money from the United States Department of Education, when the federal agency disburses grants in September. (Lakewood officials did not respond to requests for comment on this article.) Library ducks race for 10th and final time Sunday, Aug. 29, under fair skies and amid steamy temperatures, a thousand ducks raced for the 10th and final time down the Thornapple River in Tyden Park during the Friends of the Hastings Public Library’s annual duck race. The race, held every year since 2000, originally earned funds for a new library. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, MI 49058-0188 We Have a Colorful Solution... 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IG ES &D Volunteer Nathaniel McComb watches for the ducks. This year, nearly $2,000 was earned for library programs such as story time for preschoolers and various programs for children in kindergarten through high school. Sunday, the crowd watched the ducks waddle, or float, toward the finish line, herded by a great group of “river rats” who rounded up the 30 winners. The grand prize of $50 and a $25 gift certificate to Walldorff Brew Pub and Bistro went to Margaret Christensen. Other first place winners were Jenny Hayes, Ann Devroy, Pam Sanders, Judy West, Stephanie Duck Race volunteer Megan Gould waits for the ducks to arrive. Fekkes, Bhab Hawkins, Grace Freiberg, Bosley Pharmacy and Jeri Depue. Second place prizes of $20 were awarded to Georgette Schirmer, Jenny Hayes, Gwen Milisits, Ken Smith, Sheryl Lewis Blake, William Keech, John Zawierucha, Donna Kinney, Robert McDonald and Gene Haas. Ten third-prize winners, who took home $10 each, were Chester Heilborn, Judy Loofboro, William Keech, Randy Powell, Max Rappaport, Jan Gaskill, Maggie West, Linda Fuhr, Panda Englerth and Gloria Kelley. The Friends said they appreciate people who have so generously supported the duck race for the past 10 years, taken part in the parades or met at the river on Summerfest Sunday. All duck race inventory has been cleaned and tucked away in case another group would like to rent or adopt the flock. Anyone interested may contact the library for more information 269-945-4263. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — Page 17 Vikes’ first loss is to Rockford Lakewood’s varsity volleyball team lost its first games of the season Saturday, at the West Michigan Volleyball Officials Association Tournament hosted by East Kentwood. Those two losses came in the championship match against Rockford, as the Rams took the tournament title with a 25-23, 22-25, 15-11 win. “I was pleased with the team's improvement, but we need to continue to work hard and begin to perfect our offense,” said Lakewood head coach Kellie Rowland, who’s team opened the season by winning last week’s Northview Invitational. Lakewood scored a 25-21, 24-26, 15-7 win over the hosts from East Kentwood in the semifinals Saturday, after topping South Christian 25-20, 25-15 to open bracket play. In the pool play the Vikings knocked off Zeeland East 25-8, 25-5, Jenison 25-16, 2514, and Forest Hills Northern 25-12, 25-18. “We played well throughout the day, even though Chelsea Lake went down during pool play with a sprained sore ankle,” Rowland said. “She came back to finish the day a little hesitant, but strong, to help the ladies get to the finals. Alexis Kosten stepped in for Chelsea and did a great job. Lake still led the Vikings with 17 blocks, 61 digs, 12 aces, and 38 service points on the day. She was second on the team in kills with 40. Anna Lynch finished with a team-high 65 kills, as well as ten blocks, 47 digs, and seven aces. Setter Lexie Spetoskey had 140 assists as well as seven aces of her own. “Sophomores Olivia Davis, Emily Kutch and Brooke Wieland improved greatly in a week, which made us a hard hitting, allaround, talented team,” Rowland said. The defensive effort was also helped out by Kalli Barrone who had ten blocks and defensive specialist Kristin Hilley. “If the ball was not blocked by Chelsea or Kalli Barrone, Kristin was bringing everything up on the left side of the court,” Rowland said. Lakewood returns to action at home Sept. 9, against Fowlerville. Champions crowned at ‘10 Jim Jensen 3-on-3 tourney Triple Threat won the 12 to 14-year-old age bracket at the Jim Jensen Memorial 3on-3 Basketball Tournament Saturday during Summerfest. Team members are (from left Tommy Hamilton, Nate Graham, Cole Conkright, and Clay Francisco. Three Men and a Dad won the 18- to 25-year-old age bracket at the Jim Jensen Memorial 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament during Summerfest Saturday. Team members are (from left) J.J. Quick, Steven Bolo, Dustin Powers, and Kenneth Quick. Tyler Morgan won the 26-and-up division at the Jim Jensen Memorial 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament during Summerfest Saturday. Team members are (front) Julius Harris, (back from left) Scott Sexton, and Tony Reeves. Missing from photo is Tyler Morgan. The Coaches won the 15- to 17-year-old age division at the Jim Jensen Memorial 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament during Summerfest Saturday. Team members are (from left) Maxwell Clark, Keith Garber, Kevin Bosma, and Jared Bosma. Saxons continue their solid Farm Days begin today in Prairieville start to the volleyball season It was a slow start to the day, but not a slow start to the season for the Saxons. Hastings went 4-2 Wednesday at the Delton Kellogg Invitational. The Saxons stared the day with a 26-24, 25-16 loss to the hosts from Delton, but battled back to win its next two pool play contests. Hastings topped Berrien Springs 25-21 and Maple Valley 25-17, 25-11. The Saxons trailed that first game against Delton 7-1 before turning things around. “We were able to gather our composure and go out and play Hastings volleyball,” said Saxon head coach Gina McMahon. “We had to increase our level of play, increase our pace, play smarter and be scrappy. We battled back and finished very strong. Although, we lost 24-26, we played tough and lost against a good team. We did not beat ourselves.” The Saxons won their first match in the play-offs 25-15, 25-11 over Maple Valley, but then fell in the semifinals 25-18, 25-19 to Coldwater. Hastings then returned to the court and scored a second win over Berrien Springs, 25-16, 25-19. “Overall, we did a good job with our level of play throughout the day,” McMahon said. “Again, the two-a-day practices have paid off. Normally, at the beginning of the season, we don’t do well. In fact, we have difficulties competing, but this season is different. We are competing, we are starting off strong and we are finishing strong.” Kayla Vogel led the Saxon attack with 62 kills on the day. Veronica Hayden finished with 64 assists. Hastings also got nine aces from Morgan Stowe. Lansing Catholic has top four girls at Lakewood Invitational Lakewood got a reminder of just how tough it would be to win the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division this season on Saturday. Lansing Catholic won the Vikings’ Lakewood Invitational at Morrison Lake Country Club with a team score of 334. That was more than 60 strokes better than secondplace Wayland at the 18-hole tournament. The Cougars had the day’s top four individual scores, and five in the top eight. Jacqueline Setas led the way with a six-overpar 78. Mackenzie Johnson shot an 83, Danni Crilley an 86, and Liddy Albright an 87. Wayland was second with a 397, followed by Waverly 402, Haslett 402, Coldwater 403, Lakewood 405, Portland 468, and Ionia 491. The Vikings were 71 strokes behind the Cougars even with some solid scores. “The greens were tough today, firm and fast,” said Lakewood head coach Carl Kutch. Olivia Barker and Tiffani Ackerson both posted personal best 18-hole rounds for Lakewood, with Barker shooting a 96 and Ackerson a 94. The Vikings also got a 97 from Orie Ramos and a 118 from Melissa Michalski. Lakewood was without its top player, Emily Kutch, who was at East Kentwood playing in the WMVOA Tournament with the Lakewood varsity volleyball team. The top player Saturday who was not a part of the Lansing Catholic team was Haslett’s Chelsea Root who shot an 88. Waverly got a 89s from Kara Politi and Allison Goodman. The 32nd annual Prairieville OldFashioned Farm Days kicks off today, Sept. 2, and runs through Monday, Sept. 6. Organizers Bill and Maggie Aukerman have put together and run the event every year since the 1970s at Prairieville Farms, located on the corner of Milo and Parker roads in Delton. The goal of the event, they said, is to provide a sense of old-fashioned fun and attractions that are not found on a daily basis within the county. Dorothy Wagner, Farm Days helper, said, “The very first Old-Fashioned Farm Day started when the town needed a new emergency vehicle. Bill decided that he would hold a fundraiser with a music show in it to help raise money for the things the town needed. It had such a great turnout that they continued it every year since then. That was 32 years ago.” Breakfast will be served this year by Maggie and her crew, serving up a ‘big country breakfast’ every morning of the event. The $5 breakfast will include pancakes, eggs, sausage, and choice of coffee or milk. Activities for children will be provided as in previous years, including a dairy farm tour, kids tractor contests, milking contest, pie-eating contest, a hay toss and other games. The kids also will get to enjoy the horses that are on display. Other activities for various age groups include a flea market, tractor displays, horse pulls, food vendors, bingo, and live music. The event also will include two area farmers and their wives being inducted into the Michigan Farmers Hall of Fame. Phil and Jacqueline Dunlop and Kenneth Osborne and Kelly Springer. Also, six other farm couples from around the state will be inducted. They include Paul and Betty Banks, Charles and Janet Belson, Robert and the late Mable Belson, Lynn and Carolyn Jo Mayer, Lewis and Fancheon Muir, and Richard and Patricia Young. The hall of fame, founded by the Aukermans nearly 30 years ago, is on the corner Milo and Burroughs roads. The induction will be held today at 10:30 a.m. According to Bill Aukerman, part of the ceremony includes inductees receiving letters of recognition from various public officials. There is also a country music hall of fame located at Prairieville Farms, and a ceremony inducting several musicians into that hall of fame will be held Friday at 7 p.m. New inductees will include Dan Richards, Johnne Schero, Gene Kelly and Phil Vorce. Another induction ceremony takes place today with the Michigan Draft Horse Pullers Hall of Fame members welcoming new members, which will be followed by the professional draft horse pull at the track beginning at 2 p.m. At 2:30 Saturday, a free county music show will take place, included in the price of admission into the grounds. The entire family is welcome to come enjoy everything that Old-Fashioned Farm Days has to offer, and for the price of $5, which according to Aukerman is the same price that was charged since the very first Farm Days. For more information or to get a brochure call 269-623-2485. Two local couples being inducted into Farmers Hall of Fame by Shannon Cornett J-Ad Graphics Intern Eight couples will be inducted into the Michigan Farmers Hall of Fame today, Sept. 2 at 10:30 a.m. The induction ceremony, on the grounds of Prairieville Old-Fashioned Farm Days, will honor different types of farmers from around the state. In order to be inducted into the Hall of Fame, a nominee must be at least 60 years of age and must have actively farmed for at least 20 years. Two of the eight couples who are being inducted for their years of hard work and dedication to farming are Barry County residents and have been farming the land of the county for years. Kenneth Osborne and wife Kelly Springer live in Prairieville on a feed cattle farm where Ken has lived since he was 5. They reside on Osborne Road which was named after his grandfather who farmed there since 1926. Ken has been a 4-H leader for 27 years, serves on the Farm Services Agency Board, Barry County Fair Improvement Committee and on the board of the Michigan Cattleman’s Association. Kelly also worked on the farm and currently works at the Michigan Career and Technical Institute for Delton Kellogg schools. The second Barry County couple being inducted is Phillip and Jacqueline Dunlop, who have been farming since they were children. After the two were married, they purchased the farm that Phillip’s father owned near Pine Lake. They retired in 1997 but are still in operation of a small orchard with 11 varieties of apples, two varieties of peaches, one pear and one sweet cherry. “This is a great honor,” said Phillip, “I’ve been farming my whole life, and it’s exciting to be recognized for it. I have no idea who nominated me for the induction, but all I can really say is we’ve enjoyed our business, and this is a surprise and an honor.” Women’s Pool League will meet Wednesday See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing, business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. The B & K Women’s Pool League will be hosting its start-up meeting Wednesday, Sept. 8 The meeting will be held at the Swamp Fox in Middleville, and is slated to start at 7 p.m. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits �Page 18 — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner O-K Gold rivals get area’s only victories by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The O-K Gold’s defenses showed up for the opening weekend of the 2010 football season. Hastings and Thornapple Kellogg were among the five conference teams to record victories this weekend. Of those five teams that earned wins in the non-conference slate, none of them gave up more than six points. Hastings led the way, with its shut out of Lakewood. Thornapple Kellogg, Wayland, Ottawa Hills, and Grand Rapids Catholic Central all allowed only six points to foes Wyoming Park, Grand Rapids Union, Grand Rapids Creston, and Traverse City Saint Francis. Hastings hosts Hillsdale for its home opener this Thursday, and the Trojans will be in Middleville again this time taking on a new non-conference foe Sparta. Hillsdale and Sparta both sport 0-1 marks this season. The Kalamazoo Valley Association is stuck playing on high school football fields Thursday, after opening its season Friday and Saturday at Waldo Stadium in Kalamazoo. It’s a quick turn around for the Delton Kellogg boys, who played in the second of three games Saturday afternoon and now must prepare for a date with 1-0 Parchment. The Parchment boys scored a 17-14 win over Hackett Catholic Central in their contest at Western Michigan University. Maple Valley meanwhile takes on 0-1 Galesburg-Augusta. Both teams are looking for their first win of the season after getting thumped by a couple of the KVA’s top teams over the weekend. The Lions were downed by Constantine while Galesburg-Augusta fell 440 to Olivet Friday. Lakewood will hope to have a better time putting points on the board this Thursday, as it hosts 0-1 Eaton Rapids. The Greyhounds gave up 49 points in a lopsided loss to Williamston in week one. Current Records Hastings Thornapple Kellogg Delton Kellogg Lakewood Maple Valley Delton Kellogg’s Connor Wolschleger (right) and Jeffrey Bissett keep Kalamazoo Christian quarterback Nathan Modderman from reaching the goal-line on a run in the opening quarter Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lakewood quarterback Mackenzie Doane tries to leap out of the grasp of the Saxons’ Anthony Veltre (24) and Sean McKeough during the opening quarter Friday on Unity Field. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 1-0 1-0 0-1 0-1 0-1 Here’s a round-up of last weekend’s local gridiron action. Hastings 28, Lakewood 0 The Hastings offense made big plays. The Lakewood defense made big plays. The Hastings defense made big plays. The Lakewood offense never did. Hastings’ varsity football team knocked off Lakewood in the season opener at Unity Field Friday night, 28-0. The Saxons raced down the field on their opening possession, starting the game with back-to-back-to-back 40-, 18-, and sevenyard runs from halfback Casey Shaeffer. Shaeffer would eventually carry the ball into the end zone from two yards out ending an 80-yard, seven play drive. Zack Nurenberg hit the first of his four extra-point kicks, and Thornapple Kellogg senior quarterback Coley McKeough unleashes a pass as Wyoming Park’s Marcus DaMoose closes in during Thursday’s season opener in Middleville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hastings had a 7-0 lead two and a half minutes into the game. The game stayed that way until the second half when Hastings poured it on thanks in part to three Lakewood fumbles. Lakewood had five offensive possessions in the second half, and the other two ended in punts. “Offensively we just played better (in the second half),” said Hastings head coach Fred Rademacher. “We stayed on our blocks. Maple Valley head coach Brian Lincoln talks things over with Andy Pierson on the sideline during Friday night’s contest with Constantine at Waldo Stadium in Kalamazoo. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Really, in the first half, I’ve got to give it to Lakewood. They came up with a couple fourth-and-one stops. I tell my kids if you can’t get four inches, you’re in trouble.” Fullback Alex Randall raced 73-yard on the Saxons’ first play of the third quarter to give Hastings a 14-0 lead. After a Lakewood fumble in its own end, the Saxons would score on a 13-yard pass from Sean McKeough to Josh Coenen. Another Viking fumble near midfield started a Saxon drive that ended in Bobby Leedy’s two-yard touchdown run with 10:35 left to go in the game. “That was quite a surprise tonight,” new Lakewood head coach Jim Behrenwald said of the troubles holding on to the football. The Vikings didn’t have that problem in the preseason or in their scrimmage last week. “At the end of the day, we did it and we’ve got to look in the mirror and fix it.” Lakewood had just 133 yards of offense on the night, to 310 for the Saxons. The closest the Vikings came to the Saxon goal-line was in the second quarter, after stuffing a fourthand-one try by the Saxons at the Hastings’ 29yard-line. But four plays only netted two yards from that spot. The Viking defense had already stuffed one fourth-and-one attempt by the Saxons in the opening quarter. “They’re a good football team,” Behrenwald said of Hastings. “They’re a well coached football team. Hats off to them, they came out and outplayed us today.” Randall led the Saxon attack with 14 carries for 130 yards. Shaeffer finished with nine rushes for 77 yards. McKeough was 2-of-3 passing the ball for 52 yards. “In the second half we just kept doing what we were doing, and we were able to break SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org 3:45 pm Girls Varsity Golf 7:00 pm Boys Varsity Football South Christian @ Railside Hillsdale HS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 A H TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 3:45 pm 5:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:00 pm Girls ` Girls Girls Girls Varsity Golf Fresh. JV Varsity Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball GR Cath. Central @ The Mines Forest Hills Eastern HS Forest Hills Eastern HS Forest Hills Eastern HS A A A A WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 TBA Boys Varsity Cross Co. 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HASTINGS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Contact Laura 948-0506 to Sponsor the Sports Schedule 77549332 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 Delton Kellogg quarterback Jeffrey Bissett jumps over Kalamazoo Christian’s Josiah Valk in the backfield on a run in the second quarter Saturday at Waldo Stadium. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxon half back Casey Shaeffer races up field for a 40-yard gain on the opening play against Lakewood Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) tackles when we had the opportunity to, and finished runs, and made plays,” Rademacher said. Lakewood’s offense was led by Wes Cramer, who had four carries for 27 yards. Quarterback Mackenzie Doane rushed 16 times for 21 yards. Doane was just 3-of-6 passing for 39 yards, and was intercepted once. “We just weren’t getting the blocking to get the offense going,” Behrenwald said. “We’ve got some juniors on the offensive line. They’ve got to step it up a little bit next game. I have complete confidence in them that they’ll do that.” The Saxon defense had something to do with the Vikings’ offensive line’s struggles. “(The defensive line) played good. Defensively we played outstanding. They kept us in the ball game until the offense finally did something,” Rademacher said. The Viking defense was led by Cody Lindemulder with 14 tackles, and Cramer with ten. Kalamazoo Christian 23, Delton Kellogg 0 They tried it all - traps, counters, lining two guys up in a shotgun formation and having them both prepare to take the snap. Very little worked though for the Panthers, as they suffered a 23-0 loss to Kalamazoo Christian inside Western Michigan University’s Waldo Stadium Saturday afternoon. Every offensive play starts up front, and the Comets continually beat the Panther blockers and made Delton’s skill guys try and dodge defenders in the backfield. Gilbert AsafuAdjaye led d the charge from his linebacker spot for the Comets, recording ten tackles including one sack. Delton Kellogg finished the game with just three first downs. All three of those first downs came in the second half. The Panther’s first six drives of the game netted a loss of 30 yards. The Comets managed 295 yards of offense. The Delton defense did a decent job of not breaking completely, especially after the Comets marched 49 yards in eight plays the first time they got the football, taking a 7-0 lead on running back Jacob Webb’s two-yard touchdown run and Connor VanDongen’s extra-point with 6:33 left in the opening quarter. Adam May intercepted a Comet pass early in the second quarter, then the Panthers were able to hold the Comets to a 22-yard field goal by VanDongen as time expired in the first half. The Delton defense held through the third quarter, but the Comets ended a long drive half a minute into the fourth quarter with a nine-yard touchdown run by Webb. Comet quarterback Joshua Nagel tacked on a 14-yard touchdown pass to Kyle Smith with 6:30 to play in the fourth quarter. The Comets found some success passing the football late in the first half, and continued that a bit in the second half. Nagel finished 6of-11 for 91 yards and the one touchdown. Chad Niewoonder had four catches for 73 yards. Nagel led the Comet offense rushing as well, carrying 22 times for 108 yards. AsafuAdjaye added seven carries for 39 yards. May completed 2-of-4 passed for 42 yards for the Panthers, with Nick Brindley on the other end of the two completions. Thornapple Kellogg 34, Wyoming Park 6 The difference is believing. Thornapple Kellogg varsity football coach Chad Ruger said that in the past his teams haven’t always felt like they could or should win football games. They’d get the feeling that something bad was always going to happen. The Trojans made bad things happen for their opponent Thursday. Thornapple Kellogg scored its third consecutive victory over Wyoming Park, routing the Vikings 34-6 in Middleville. “It’s been a long time since we started out that way,” said Ruger. “The last four years, even to get a win was tough and when we did win it was difficult.” The Trojans knocked off the Vikings by three points two years ago, and by seven points last fall. The six points is the fewest a Thornapple Kellogg team has given up since 2002. “The cool thing about what (the defense) did tonight was, in the beginning, Park moved the football well. They would get down to what looked like a scary spot, but our defense didn’t break and they made plays down by the end zone,” Ruger said. The Trojans recovered a fumble at their own ten-yard-line to end the Vikings’ first possession of the contest, then drove 90 yards the other way. Dylan VanPutten scored TK’s first touchdown of the season, on a two-yard run with 2:37 left in the opening quarter. Later in the first half with the score still 70, Wyoming Park drove from midfield down to the Trojan 9-yard-line before quarterback Jake Busha’s option run was stuffed on fourth down. “We were just making plays all night,” said Trojan senior linebacker Tyler Karcher. “We stopped them big on a couple of third downs, and made plays when we needed to.” Karcher drilled Busha a couple of times on the night, was credited with one sack, and tied Jacob Bultema for the team lead in tackles with eight. “Coach called the right plays at the right times I guess,” Karcher said of his seemingly constant pressure, “just a blitz up the middle. “Our D-line is really the main part of it. They get the hole open for me and I just go through.” On the other side of the football, the Trojans moved the ball well too. “I went in to tonight saying, ‘I’m going to be as simple as I can possibly be,” Ruger said. In the three meetings in the last three years, the Vikings have seen the Trojans open the season with a spread offense, an optionspread, and now the much more ground-based attack they saw Thursday. “I decided I was going to go with something that fits our personnel,” Ruger said. “We’ve got a quarterback, well a couple of quarterbacks, who can read the option, and a couple of backs who can break through the holes.” Cody Ybema busted through a big home in Continued next page �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — Page 19 Shorthanded Lions hold off Trojans for a while by Brett Bremer Sports Editor There is very little to be gained in such a lopsided game. Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity boys’ soccer team scored an 8-0 non-conference victory over Maple Valley on Fuller Street Field in Nashville Tuesday. For the first couple weeks of the season, including this week, the Lions have just nine players available to compete. “It’s really no good for either team to have a situation like this,” said Thornapple Kellogg head coach Larry Jachim. “Our guys didn’t play up to their potential and they have to struggled to keep their heads up.” Even two men down though, the Lions allowed the Trojans just one goal in the first 37 minutes of play, a goal by Brandon Nicholas who was set up nicely by teammate Drew Keil. “The first half was sloppy,” Jachim said. “They all wanted to go for the goal and everything else was forgotten.” The Trojans did end up getting a couple goals, within 16 seconds of each other, in the final three minutes of the first half. Caleb Scheidel and Josh Bremer scored for the Trojans before the break, with assists coming from Aaron Bouchard and Max Jonas. Maple Valley goalie Coty Franklin made a handful of excellent saves to slow the Trojans down on the scoreboard throughout the first half. “It was ugly,” Jachim said. “I’ve got the most pride and admiration in the other team. Thornapple Kellogg’s Josh Bremer races towards the Maple Valley net ahead of the Lions’ Garrick Hershberger (left) and Caleb Walker (right) during the second half Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lion senior goalkeeper Coty Franklin pulls in a bouncing ball during the second half against Thornapple Kellogg Tuesday at Fuller Street Field. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Shorthanded, they played with their hearts and played with guts and didn’t give up.” While the Trojans (2-1) weren’t thrilled with the way things went, the Lions were somewhat pleased. Maple Valley was also downed 8-0 shorthanded at Leslie Tuesday Name fits ‘Misery Loves Company’ race Following the second “Misery Loves Company” mountain bicycle event organizer Martin Hall told the 60 cyclists (actually 61 because there was one tandem in the ride), “I must apologize for the “Bataan Death March” through the sand. Now that we have done that we don’t ever need to do it again!” Part of the 29-mile race went through a two track road, gravel roads including one with lots of sand, a short distance on paved roads and hills. The event began at the Blarney Stone on M-179. Those waiting for the return of the riders did get to listen to some of the bluegrass and country music being played there in the afternoon as well. Starting at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 20 the riders left every 30 seconds. The fastest rider was the last to leave at 2:30 p.m. Nate Versluis finished in 1 hour 57 minutes and 41 seconds. Winners in each division received “square” mugs. This event was free for members of the Michigan Mountain Bicycle Association and attracted some new members. Anyone who would like to learn more about the MMBA can contact Hall at mehall@landolakes.com. Here are the finishers listed by division, name and time All Single Speed: Ryan Olthouse 1:59:24, Al Northouse 2:13:23, Aaron Smith 2:16:11, Mark Allen 2:33:29, Jerry Mathias 2:34:00, Nate Phelps 2:50:33. Men 35 to 49: Nate Versluis 1:57:41, Rugg Foltz 2:10:15, Matt Remelts, 2:11:23, Mark Cramer 2:15:26, Don Boersma 2:17:32, Dave Roush 2:23:45 25, Troy DeVoogd 2:29:22, Ken Sipe 2:32:59, Rick Watson 2:34:29, Neal Niswonger 2:36:12, Patrick Bogi 2:36:19, Jonathan Evans 2:37:54, Christian Glupker 2:40:35, Kevin Stacey 2:43:37, Tim Krone 2:50:31, Greg Ryan 2:51:52, Dave Roerig 2:57:31, Tom Stoner 3:07:51, Eric Smith The Misery Loves Company start at 2 p.m. had Tim Curtis as the rider starting at 2 p.m. The other riders started every thirty seconds until 2:30 p.m. when the 60th, Nate Versluis started. He finished in 1 hour 57 minutes and 41 seconds. Curtis, number 802 above, finished in two hours and 5 minutes. The course was 29 miles long and included two track, sand and hills. (Photo by Patricia Johns) 3:09:06, Dave Echelbarger, 3:11:22, Sean O’Connor 4:38:23, and Mike DeSchryver did not finish. Men 50 and over: Tim Curtis 2:05:00, Kip Miller 2:11:52, Brad DeJonge 2:19:05, Steve Steinberg 2:33:11, Scott Roerig 2:33:59, Tom Reardon 2:49:14, Mike Needham 3:00:45, Tom Franz 3:05:12, Jeff Parker 3:15:07 and Dave Crandall did not finish. Men Under 35: Shawn Davison 2:03:20, Jeremy Karel 2:21:08, Steve Bartzen 2:21:46, John Leslie 2:31:14, Charlie Deppe 2:46:10, Jon Wloderczak 2:49:15, 3 Keith Wallace 3:04:10, Christopher Ballor 3:06:46, Todd Williams 3:17:13, Kyle Merryfield 3:32:57, Glenn Valdez 3:44:12 and Ryan Engemann, Sean Evans and Jeff Jacobi did not finish. Women 35 and over: Cindy Gippert 2:39:27, April Parrish 2:46:54, Monica Tory 3:08:23, Jean Steinberg 3:21:18, Briana Miller 3:50:26, Cathy Needham 4:11:48, Marleah Bevelacqua 4:21:05, and Colleen Watson 4:26:42. The only woman in the Women Under 35 division Summer Olmstead finished in 2:55:20. FOOTBALL, continued from previous page the middle of the line to score the Trojans’ second touchdown on a 38-yard run with 2:42 to go in the first half. It was the first play of a drive after a nice punt return from Nick Newton. Bultema busted through the line for a 47-yard gain on the first play of the second half to set up the Trojans for their third score, which came on a 13-yard run by quarterback Coley McKeough. VanPutten added a 15-yard TD run late in the third quarter. Nate Iveson was 4-of-5 on extra-point kicks for the night, and sent a couple of kickoffs booming into the end zone. The only extra-point kick he missed came after his own 20-yard touchdown run made it 34-0 with 10:53 left to play. The Trojans finished the night with 371 yards of total offense, led by Bultema’s five rushes for 76 yards and Ybema’s seven carries for 71. A 36-yard pass from quarterback Coley McKeough to Jacob Bultema helped set up the first Trojan touchdown. McKeough only threw the ball three times all night, and never once did the ball hit the ground. The Vikings’ Jessie Love picked off his other two passes. McKeough rushed seven times for 45 yards. “It’s great to come home and get a win in the first game of the season. Our team played great, definitely,” Karcher said. “I was really hoping for the shut out, but I’ll take it because a win is a win.” Park’s lone touchdown came on a five-yard run by Ricco Hall against the Trojan reserves with 3:33 left to play. Constantine 34, Maple Valley 16 Garrett Reid busted loose on a 44-yard touchdown run early in the second quarter gave the Maple Valley Lions a glimmer of hope in the first half, but Constantine took control back fairly quickly. McKayla Lamance 70th in 28:12. Ionia took the boys’ title with 21 points, followed by Charlotte 78, Thornapple Kellogg 88, Holland Black River 122, Belding 162, Lakewood 171, Hastings 179, Coldwater 197, Maple Valley 214, and West Michigan Lutheran 246. Ionia had four of the top six runners in the race, including the top two. Nick Wharry won the event in 16:56.1, with teammate Connor Montgomery coming in at 16:56.8. Dustin Brummel led Thornapple Kellogg with a third-place time of 16:58. Carl; Olsen was 11th overall in 18:11, David Walter 19th in 18:54, Dominic Bierenga 30th in 19:33, and Austin LaVire 33rd in 19:50. Hastings had Mitch Singleterry 22nd in 19:05, Taylor Klotz 26th in 19:20, Bruce Krouse 42nd in 20:33, Mitch Brisboe 44th in 20:37, and Brandon Secord 72nd in 23:19. Tucker Seese had the best finish of the day for Lakewood, coming in fifth with a time of 17:14. The Vikings also had Adam Senters finish 20th overall in 19:01, Nolan Stoepker 56th in 21:12, Michael Kutch 57th in 21:25, and J Patrick 59th in 21:37. Joe Benedict led the Maple Valley Lions, placing 31st overall in 19:40. Tyler Brumm was 49th in 20:53, Kyle Brumm 50th in 20:54, Sam Benedict 52nd in 21:00, and Darius France 74th in 23:25. Pair of Viking teams score victories over Delton’s boys Delton Kellogg’s varsity boys’ soccer team is still looking for its first win of the season. Lakewood topped the Panthers 3-1 at The Swamp in Delton on Monday evening. Mitch Wandell got the Panthers their lone goal in the second half, thanks to an assist from Kaya Chaffee. Lakewood’s Drew Durkee scored the lone goal of the first half. The Vikings then added goals by Genaro Salgado and Scotty Mac in the second half to clinch the victory. Delton Kellogg goalkeeper Ryan Hook did a solid job of keeping things close for his team, making 30 saves in the contest. Lakewood keeper Zach Shook turned aside nine Panther shots. Delton is now 0-3 on the season, and had a non-conference contest scheduled for Wednesday afternoon at Allegan. The Panthers were downed 2-1 at Hopkins Thursday. The Vikings got goals from Marc Betcher and Ryan Wooten in the opening half, and held on for the win. Delton rallied to within one in the second half on a goal by Phillip Mishler. Wandell assisted on the score. Hook made 16 saves on the evening, while Alex Kloska and Evan Crowe combined for five saves on the other end for the Vikings. The Falcons opened the season with 34-16 victory over the Maple Valley varsity football team in Western Michigan University’s Waldo Stadium Friday night. Constantine got four-yard touchdown runs from Shawn Tucker and Zach Mallo in the opening quarter, and got the two extra-point kicks from Ron Fancher following the touchdowns. Reid followed his touchdown run up by running in the two-point conversion, but the Falcons tacked on two more scores before the break to take a commanding 28-8 lead. Tucker added a 56-yard touchdown run, and Payton White contributed a score from eight yards out. Fancher added extra-points after each of those scores as well, and was 4of-5 on his attempts for the evening. After a scoreless third quarter, Jake Bower closed out the scoring for the Falcons with a one-yard touchdown run in the fourth. Reid got the Lions’ second score as well, on a 14-yard run later in the fourth. This time quarterback Brad Laverty ran the ball in on the two-point try. Reid finished the day with five rushes for 72 yards, and also caught four passes for 23 yards. Laverty was the Lions’ leading ground gainer, rushing 14 times for 95 yards, and also completed six of 16 passes for another 34 yards. The Lions did gain a respectable 228 yards on the ground, but the Falcons piled up 431 yards of total offense including 408 on the ground. White led the way with 14 carries for 147 yards. Mall rushed 18 times for 136 yards, and Tucker added 13 carries for 118. In the other Kalamazoo Valley Association contest at Western Michigan University Friday night, Olivet knocked off GalesburgAugusta 44-0. Celebrate the S A XON SPIRIT with a Bulldogs blow by everyone at LHS Ionia dominated the season opening Lakewood Invitational Wednesday. The Bulldog boys’ and girls’ teams could have added their point totals together, and still finished in first place in either race. The Bulldogs had the top individual runner in each race as well. Ionia took the day’s girls’ title with 27 points, followed by Thornapple Kellogg 74, Coldwater 99, Hastings 102, Charlotte 109, Lakewood 170, Belding 187, and Maple Valley 194. Ionia’s Amanda Brewer edged Thornapple Kellogg’s Allyson Winchester for the day’s individual title, with the two finishing less than a half second apart. Brewer came in at 19 minutes 57.2 seconds and Winchester at 19:57.6. The Trojans were without Casey Lawson on the day. Shelbi Shepherd stepped up and placed 13th in 22:25, followed by Olivia LaJoye 22nd in 23:05, Grace Possett 23rd in 23:07, and Jessica Crawford 24th in 23:11. The Trojans’ O-K Gold Conference rivals from Hastings were led by Alaina Case’s 11th place time of 21:44. Saxon freshman Rachel Rimer was 19th in 22:36, followed by teammates Taylor Carter 21st in 23:03, Meg Travis 26th in 23:25, and Kayla Pohl 37th in 24:36. The top finish for Lakewood came from Cassie Thelen, who was 25th overall in 23:19. Cat Martinez was 33rd in 24:13, Raini Osborne 36th in 24:24, Kelly Hynes 45th in 25:31, and Maria Patrick 50th in 25:49. The top finish for Maple Valley was by Jessica Rushford, who was 18th overall in 22 minutes 31 seconds. Meghan Shoemaker placed 39th in 25:03, Pantera Rider 48th in 25:43, Lynzie Trumble 61st in 26:46, and but saw a marked improvement. “Last night, when we started at Leslie we were making a lot of mental errors and getting frustrated, but tonight they’re a very good team, and I think that’s a good example of how if you can play smart you can stay in the game,” said Maple Valley head coach Josh Meersma. “It’s a benchmark game. I can refer back to this game. Remember Thornapple Kellogg, you played smart and you played hard.” The Lions were led by Dale White, Caleb Walker, and Cody Brumm on the night. The only real challenge against the Trojan net for the Lions came midway through the first half, as White made a nice centering pass after a mistake by the Trojan defense. Teammate Ethan Hicks was just a step too late to make the Trojans’ pay though. Clay Reigler, Nicholas, and Bremer each added goals for Thornapple Kellogg in the second half, and Scheidel ended the game with 3:16 to play by scoring his second goal of the half and third of the afternoon. Thornapple Kellogg came into the game having fallen 1-0 to Ludington on Monday evening in Middleville. PRE-GAME TAILGATE PARTY THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2ND A tailgate party will be sponsored by the HAS Administrators to welcome in the 2010 school year and to introduce our new Asst. Superintendent Michelle Falcon. The tailgate party is for fans and friends from Hastings and Hillsdale with free grilled hot dogs, chips and a drink to anyone before the game with Hillsdale, starting at 5:30 p.m. in the parking lot of the football field. The game will start at 7 p.m. SAXON SPIRIT ... let it show! 77549362 �Page 20 — Thursday, September 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Saxon golfers a distant 2nd to FHE at NorthPointe Invite The Saxon varsity girls’ golf team’s solid early season continued Monday as it placed second out of 22 teams at the NorthPointe Christian Invitational at Railside Golf Club. Hastings tuned up for the O-K Gold season with its top two competitors for the conference crown, Forest Hills Eastern and South Christian. The Hawks took the day’s championship with a score of 337, followed by Hastings 365, and South Christian 366. The Saxons’ Gabrielle Shipley was the day’s medallist, firing a 77. Hastings also got an 89 from Jessica Kloosterman, a 99 from Kylee Nemetz, and a 100 from Danielle Meredith. Thornapple Kellogg’s girls finished eighth on the day. Behind the top four, Hackett Catholic Central fired a 380, Grandville 392, Kenowa Hills 404, Holland Christian 407, and Thornapple Kellogg 410. The Trojans were led by Alex Banash with a 98. Shannon Hamilton shot a 102, and Stephanie Reeves and Emmy Peacock both shot 105. Forest Hills Eastern got a 78 from Jennifer Elsholz, an 83 from Anne Parlmer, and a pair of 882 from Jordan DuVall and Soleil Singh. Shipley was also the medallist, with an even-par-72, as the Saxons scored wins over Forest Hills Northern and Lakewood at Hastings Country Club Wednesday. The Saxon team finished with a 357 to top Lakewood’s total of 423, and Northern’s score of 510. Lakewood’s Emily Kutch had the day’s second best score, an 88. Teammate Orie Ramos followed with a 101, Olivia Barker a 113, and Victoria Hager a 121. Behind Shipley for Hastings, Kloosterman shot a 91, Nemetz and Meredith both scored 97s. The O-K Gold Conference opens its season of jamborees Thursday as South Christian plays host at The Pines. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing, business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits Champions named at 2010 weightlifting competition The Deadlift Winners at the annual Hastings Summerfest weightlifting competition were (from left) Jenny Hayes, Brad Dimmick, Nick Dawson, and Sam Clapper. The Bench Press winners at the annual Hastings Summerfest weightlifting competition were (from left) Ben Slagstad, Nick Makley, Mike Ludwig, Josh Boulter, and Jim Kilconie. Saxon Sports Shorts Freshmen Football The Hastings freshmen football team got its season off to a great start Thursday, defeating rival Lakewood 36-0 in the opener for both teams. The Saxon offense scored on each of its three first-half possessions, taking a 22-0 lead into the locker room. The defense then picked up a score early in the third quarter, returning a fumble for a touchdown and with the twopoint conversion increased the lead to 30-0. The Saxons added one more score in the fourth quarter to make the final 36-0. JV Football The Hastings JV football team opened its season by defeating Lakewood 27-0 at home Thursday night. Travis Sixberry got the Saxons on the scoreboard early, by throwing a great block that allowed Greg Case to score on a 70-yard run on the first play of the game. Chase Huisman connected on a 36-yard touchdown pass to Alex Pohl in the second quarter. Ken Cross scored on a 13-yard run, and Tony Zalewski scored on a 27-yard run to finish out the scoring. Jake Swartz led the Saxon defense in tackles, and AJ Roberts had two pass break ups near the end zone to help preserve the shut out. JV Girls’ Golf The Hastings junior varsity girls’ golf team was downed by Forest Hills Eastern at Egypt Valley Monday, 234 to 238. The Saxons were led by Katie Brown and Katie Wallace who each shot a 58. Last Wednesday, the Saxons defeated Thornapple Kellogg 259 to 331. The Saxon girls got a 62 from Cindy Tebo, and also contributions from Brown, Abby Prill, Jenna McCoy, Wallace, and Sidney Dudley. First singles win is only one for LHS boys against Haslett Lakewood’s varsity boys’ tennis team feels like its starting to see some of the benefits from its early season work. The Vikings fell to 2-1 in duals with season with a 7-1 loss to Haslett Tuesday afternoon. “Eric Enz finally got rewarded for his good play and hard work against Haslett,” said Lakewood head coach Dean Wieber. Enz scored a 6-2, 6-2 win over Aaron Laatsch for the Lakewood boys’ lone victory. There were a few other very tight matches. At first doubles, the Lakewood team of Adam Barker and Alex Schuiling were downed in a third-set super-tie-breaker. The Haslett team of Matt Paokryfki and Mike Paokryfki won 76(4), 2-6, (10-7). “Adam Barker and Alex Schuiling gained confidence in the loss,” Wieber said. “It was nice to see them hit the ball in a match like the way I've seen them hit it in practice.” Lakewood was also not too far behind Haslett at second doubles, where the Lakewood duo of Kyler Clark and Seth Spitzley was downed 6-4, 7-5 by Zach Bepler and Anthony Parker. At third singles, Lakewood’s Anthony Haskin played a tight match with Scott Mason but fell 6-4, 7-5. The Lakewood boys played in a couple of tough tournaments leading up to that dual, Saturday at Loy Norrix and Thursday in a Lakewood-Portland Combine. “I’m happy with the progress most of the team has made against the tough competition we've faced in those tournaments,” Wieber said. At Loy Norrix, the lone Viking victories were on the singles side in the tournament which included the host team as well as Bridgeman and Gull Lake. Stephen Nisbet was third at second singles thanks to a 7-6(5), 7-5 win over Bridgeman’s Logan Pitts. At fourth singles, Spencer Schuiling downed Loy Norrix’s Ryan Brozovich 6-2, 6-2 to finish third. Lakewood tied for seventh in the eightteam Lakewood-Portland Combine with 17 points. Jackson took the day’s championship with 55 points, followed by Portland 48, Ionia 43, St. Johns 41, Otsego 35, Armada 32. Lakewood tied Wayland with 17 points. The Vikings’ top performance came at third singles, where Haskin placed fourth by starting the day with a 7-5, 4-6, 6-1 win over Wayland’s Weston Fifelski, before falling to players from St. Johns and Ionia. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-09-09.pdf ec181013d62b2481d10107d164ee8efb PDF Text Text School year kicks off with BIE Luncheon Education is changing in state, county Hastings and TK two of three unbeatens in Gold See Story on Page 3 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 15 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 36 NEWS BRIEFS ‘Free Bee Weekend’ open to all at Hastings church The congregation at Hastings Baptist Church is once again opening their hearts by donating clothing and other items to be given away during the church’s Free Bee Weekend. All are welcome. The event will be from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. Last year, people could fill two grocery bags at no cost. Some larger items also were given away. The church is located at 309 E. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings. United Way campaign kicks off next week Barry County United Way will kick off its 75th anniversary with a breakfast at 8 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, at the Barry County Expo Center. Immediately following the kickoff celebration, volunteers from numerous corporations and businesses will spread out to more than 40 locations throughout Barry County, painting fire hydrants and buildings, cleaning up parks and various other projects as part of the United Way’s annual Day of Caring. Anyone who would like to volunteer for Day of Caring may call the Barry County United Way office 269-945-4010 or go online at www.bcunitedway.org. Barry County Jail ministry dinner set for Sept. 16 The fruits of the jail ministry in Barry County will be reviewed and celebrated at the Forgotten Man Ministries’ Barry County Stewardship Dinner, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, in the Hastings High School cafeteria. All interested people are welcome to attend. Besides the meal, the evening will include special music, a guest speaker from the county sheriff’s department, an inmate testimony and a report of the local jail ministry. Reservations should be made by calling Chaplain Bill Medendorp at 269-7959673 or 269-945-1400, ext. 1326. Civilian Conservation Corps is topic of retirement lunch Award-winning author and filmmaker Bill Jamerson will present a program on the Civilian Conservation Corps at the Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR) kickoff luncheon at noon Friday, Sept. 17, at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute in Hastings. In addition to lunch and Jamerson’s program, guests may attend a morning session presented by the Pierce Cedar Creek staff regarding backyard birds found in Southwest Michigan. An overview of fall programs sponsored by the ILR will be given, too. All Barry County residents 50 and over are invited. Registration and cost information may be obtained by calling 269-948-9500, ext. 2803. The reservation deadline is Sept. 14. BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, September 9, 2010 County board hears budget appeals, schedules special budget meeting for next week by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Barry County Board of Commissioners committee-of-the-whole moved its regular meeting Tuesday from its chambers in the Barry County Courthouse mezzanine to the circuit court room on the second floor due to the anticipated large number of people attending the meeting to support the appeals of county-funded departments and organizations that are faced with proposed budget cuts. The largest number of people were there in support of Michigan State University Extension, Barry Conservation District and the Barry County Economic Development Alliance, all of which, as non-mandated programs, are slated to lose all county funding according to the proposed 2011 budget presented by Barry County Administrator Michael Brown last month. At the beginning of the meeting, Barry County Board Chair Robert Houtman said public comment would be held at the end of the meeting to allow comment on any issues that might arise during the appeals process. Joanne Barnard, executive director of the Barry Conservation District, was the first department head to make an appeal to the commissioners. “We are a very odd unit of government. We are a locally controlled subdivision of the state. There isn’t anything else like us in the stat e ... We are mandated by the state,” said Barnard. “We are a unit of government. However, no one is technically required to fund us.” She asked the board to rethink its decision to eliminate its $23,000 in funding for the department. She suggested that the Barry Conservation District could absorb a 10 percent reduction in funding. She said that without $20,000 in funding from the county, the district would not be competitive enough to seek and obtain the federal, state and foundation grants that support conservation projects in Barry County. “We’re in a tough economic time, and there’s a lot of question about do we need to spend $23,000 20,000 or anything to support our conservation district in Barry County,” said Barnard. “We are here today to ask that you do, at some level, fund our district, and we want to give everyone some indication of Members of various county-funded departments and organizations fill the Barry County Circuit Court, where the Barry County Board of Commissioners met as a committee-of-the-whole Tuesday morning. what we do with the money we receive.” In her appeal, Barnard noted that for every dollar of county funding during the past three years, the district has received $23.18 in state, federal and foundation grants and in in-kind services. “We began receiving $23,000 from the County in 2008 ... We were able to maintain that funding for 2009, and last year we took a slight reduction to $22,540. Over the past three years, we have received $68,540. On the average, that’s about $1 per tax paying resident in the county,” said Barnard. “What have we done with that money? We have been able to find grants and matches for those grants to the tune of $1,589,060 in the last three years; $699,900 of that came in actual cash dollars from federal, state and foundation sources, the other $889,160 were in-kind services by partnerships that we brought to Barry County to help with conservation.” She said the district shares an office with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, and the two organizations work together to provide information and technical assistance to local agricultural operators. Additional district projects include the removal of the dam in Nashville and floodplain restoration project, Quaker Brook restoration project, Highbanks Creek restora- tion project, and the Barry County Resource Network newsletter. Also, in partnership with the Eaton Conservation District, it supports the Water Stewardship program, which offers on-farm assistance in minimizing threats to groundwater. The district also provides educational programs and conservation projects, and each spring and fall hosts tree sales that provide inexpensive bare-root trees and planting supplies to encourage reforestation and habitat development in Barry County. “What do we do?” asked Barnard. “We do a lot of things; from identifying bugs and See BUDGET, page 9 Residents gather to show support of Extension by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer By 8 a.m. Tuesday morning, a group of people had begun to gather on the Barry County Courthouse lawn to protest the Barry County Board of Commissioners’ proposed 2011 budget that would eliminate all county funding for the Michigan State University Extension (MSUE) and its 4-H program, as well as other non-mandated programs. The board, meeting as a committee of the whole, was scheduled to hear budget appeals from the heads of various county departments and organizations and programs funded by the county. Gary Buckland, who with his wife, Mary, organized the demonstration, said they sent letters to 4-H leaders around the county because they wanted to gather a large group of people to show support for the both 4-H and the MSUE. “The Extension [program] probably costs the county about $160,000, but with state grants and money from the fair, bring in close to $1 million. Businesses around the county support 4-H. This year, we had record-breaking [livestock] sales at the fair, bringing in a half a million dollars, and with these budget cuts we’re jeopardizing that,” said Buckland, while awaiting the commissioners meeting. “They are ‘throwing the baby out with the bath water.’ They are looking for immediate results without thinking what the consequences might be.” He estimated that 4-H organizers and leaders donate 60,000 hours of volunteer service each year. “If you figure $10 an hour, that would equal $60 million in donated time by people all over the county,” he said. “I’ve been in business and agriculture in Barry County for over 60 years and I think it would be a major mistake if they make the budget cuts in the way they are proposing.” Buckland said the county, “has done a pret- Barry County 4-H members, some carrying signs, gather on the steps of the Barry County Courthouse to protest the county board of commissioners’ proposal to cut funding for the local Michigan State University Extension office. ty good job,” with the budget so far, but said he thinks its time the board of commissioners rethinks its strategy. “They keep a ‘rainy day’ fund for different things, and we need to impress on them the fact that its raining right now,” he said. “They need to look at making cuts across the board. If they eliminated funding for the Extension and its support staff like they are proposing, they will gut the program, and 4-H as we know it in Barry County will no longer exist. It wouldn’t cease to exist, but it would never be the same again.” Buckland also said if the proposed budget were to be approved, Barry County would be the only county in Michigan to not fund MSU Extension. Several members of the Pickard family attended the rally. Darlene Pickard has been involved in 4-H for 42 years, first as a general leader for the Welcome Corners Livestock club and now as a “consultant” for her grandchildren who are involved in 4-H including Kylie Pickard, 12, Amber Pickard, 15, and Alli Pickard, 5, who just got her first cow yesterday, and Abby Pickard who will likely join Young Clovers soon. “I’ve done crafts and beef for seven years but I started Young Clovers when I was three,” said Kylie. “In 4-H you learn responsibility and about animals. I’ve also made a lot of friends in 4-H.” Amber, who also joined 4-H as a Young Clover shows crafts and beef at the Barry County Fair. “4-H is a family affair from beginning to end, and the other members of the club become family, too,” said Darlene. “If they cut funding for the Extension and 4-H, it will be a bad thing for the community.” Barbara Wright, general leader for the Barry County K-9 Club, was at the courthouse with her two youngest children, Jared and Cade. “I’m here to support the Extension, anything to keep funding here for 4-H,” said Wright. “I have two older children that have ‘aged-out’ of 4-H, over the years they have gone to state, regional and national competitions in public speaking and horse judging. They have also gone to state in horse showing, dogs and communications. They have also participated in horse performance, horse speed, dairy, goats, sheep and cavies, as well as non-livestock.” “We’ll do whatever we can to keep funding and support 4-H,” she said. Most of the people who attended the rally also attended the commissioners committeeof-the-whole meeting, and several spoke in support of Extension and 4-H programs during the public comment portion of the meeting. Other people who spoke during the meeting, asking commissioners to reconsider eliminating all funding for the agency and its programs, were Don Lehman, MSUE district coordinator; Michael Spezia, chairman of the MSUE Council; and Ginger Hentz, county Extension director. For more information about the commissioners meeting and 2011 proposed budget appeals, see the story in this edition of The Hastings Banner. �Page 2 — Thursday, September 9, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Antiques, crafts and quilts to be featured at Charlton Park Sept. 11 Bob and Helen Wenger are this year’s Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation Hometown Heroes. (Photo by Don Williamson) Bob and Helen Wenger chosen as Middleville’s ‘Hometown Heroes’ by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Bob and Helen Wenger have been selected as the 2010 honorees for the Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation “Hometown Hero” Dinner, to be held Sept. 16 at the MiddleVilla Inn. “The Wengers have invested their time, their funds and their leadership in many, many local organizations and causes,” said Don Williamson, co-chair of this year’s TAEF dinner. Two farm families came together in 1953 when Bob and the former Helen Cridler were married. They are parents of six children and have more than 20 grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Helen has lived in the Middleville area all her life and attended Thornapple Kellogg schools, graduating in 1951. Her great-grandfather graduated from in 1893 from the Middleville Union School, starting a tradition of five generations attending Middleville schools. Bob also attended TK schools and graduated in 1950. He said he gives tremendous credit to Elton Lawrence and Art Smalley for their guidance and support in his education and his agriculture career. “Helen loves to admonish and distinguish her husband of 57 years when she says ‘he is outstanding in his field,’” said Williamson. “It’s true, because Bob has been a life-long farmer and a leading one, too. Starting back in his high school days when he was student council president and highly active in his FFA chapter.” Helen and Bob have served their church, the Middleville United Methodist Church, in various capacities. They have hosted a foreign exchange student for a year and several foreign students during Christmas vacations and opened their home to teenagers who needed a home. Bob was the renovation chair when the Methodist church expanded and reconfigured the building. They are ardent supporters of the TK school system. Bob served on the school board for eight years. Bob has gone on to serve on the Caledonia Elevator board for 28 years. He was a member of the Barry County Soil and Conservation District, as well as a county commissioner for 12 years. “The Wengers are just wonderful people,” said Williamson. “They have continually stepped in whenever important work needed to be done.” The Sept. 16 dinner will be the 14th in succession for the TAEF. The objective is to recognize the giving, caring and sharing of the Thornapple Kellogg area community. Past recipients are 1997 — Sclafani family; 1998 — Norma Velderman; 1999 — Judy Sloan; 2000 — Thornapple Township Fire and Ambulance; 2001 — Bill McKeown; 2002 — Tom Lehman; 2003 — Curt and Kathy Bergakker; 2004 — Steve and Sue Wiersum; 2005 — Lane and Rosemary Cooper; 2006 — Steve Evans; 2007 — Dave and Barb Dykstra; 2008 — Frank Tichvon; and 2009 — Rex and Christine Schad. The dinner begins with a social hour at 6 and dinner at 7 p.m. The cost is $25 per person. Menu choices are chicken, broiled scrod or sizzler steak. To register, mail check and desired menu information to Don Williamson, TAEF, PO Box 164, Middleville MI 49333. Table sponsors may donate $250, which includes two tickets to the dinner. For more information, contact Williamson, at 269-795-3030. Thornapple River Clean-Up planned Sept. 18 The 15th annual Thornapple River CleanUp is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 18. Cosponsors Thornapple River Watershed Council and Barry Conservation District will be receiving additional help this year from Ada Parks, Eaton Conservation District and the Coldwater River Watershed Council. Sponsors will help stretch the clean up from Vermontville to Ada and, for the first time, include a major tributary, the Coldwater River. The project is supported by a grant from the Great Lakes Commission’s Michigan Volunteer River, Stream and Creek Cleanup Program. Grant funds offset the costs of waste hauling, gloves, trash bags and advertising. The annual event also receives support from local businesses and individuals to provide canoes, kayaks, T-shirts, lunch and refreshments for volunteers. Check-in locations will be Ada Park, Ruehs Park in Alaska, Freeport, the Cracked Pepper Restaurant in Middleville, Tyden Park in Hastings, Good Time Pizza in Nashville or in Vermontville. Lunch will be provided at all locations except Middleville. Boaters working from that location may choose to have lunch at Ruehs or Tyden parks. Those interested in volunteering for the clean-up are asked to contact the Thornapple River Watershed Council by e-mail to TRWC@thornappleriver.org, or by phone at 269-948-8056 ext. 3. Members of Charlton Park’s Fall Show (Antiques, Arts and Crafts and Quilts) Committee are pictured here with a one-of-a-kind Hastings “historic photo and postcard quilt,” made by Diane Haines, that will be auctioned at the park Saturday, Sept. 11. From left are Keith Ferris, Howard (Hoot) Gibson, Debbie Smith, Diane Haines and Jane Barlow. by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Admission is free Saturday, Sept. 11 at Historic Charlton Park for a special Fall Show, focusing on antiques, arts and crafts and quilts. The event is set for 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. A quilt show takes place there from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and a quilt auction begins at 4 p.m. Quilts for sale at the auction may be viewed during the show. The park is located off M-79 between Hastings and Nashville. More than 40 antique dealers and crafters from around Michigan will be selling their antiques and unique handmade crafts at the event. Some of the items will include six-foot tall wooden bears, eagles made with a chain saw, wood benches, chairs, walking sticks, coat racks and one-of-a-kind lamps all made from cherry, walnut, oak and maple. In addition, there will be handmade rugs, doilies, clothing, curtains, aprons, one-of-akind mirrors, picture frames, coffee tables and solar lights. Hand-painted windows and screens also will be sold as well as handmade fishing lures, silver jewelry and potpourri. Fresh baked breads, cinnamon rolls and pies also will be offered. A variety of antiques and collectibles will be for sale, including furniture, glassware, sports memorabilia, linens, vintage hand tools, signs “and everything else you could imagine and more,” said Diane Haines, of the Fall Show Committee. She noted that the event is a place where people can show their kids “what life used to be like before cell phones and computers.” Vendors are coming to the Fall Show from Cedar Springs, Charlotte, Hastings, Bellevue, Delton, Lansing, Fremont, Ada, Ionia, Portland, Wayland, Grand Rapids, Allegan and other local towns. Quilt lovers can see a medley of quilts for sale and for show from all over Michigan at the park’s Exhibition Hall during the event. People who have quilts to sell and/or show can register them between 9 and 11 a.m. on the day of the Fall Show. Quilts for sale will be sold at the 4 p.m. auction. One of the quilts to be featured on the auction block is a one-of-a-kind “historic photo and postcard quilt” made by Diane Haines, of Hastings. The quilt is made with vintage photos and postcards (copied onto fabric) from the collections of Haines’ father, Gordon Barlow, and sister, Deb Wisniewski. The pictorial history on the quilt is framed in fabrics primarily of red, white and blue colors. The quilt features pictures of Hastings and its landmarks in the early 1900s, including the Barry County courthouse, a fountain, the former fire barn, old post office, railroad stations, and other historic buildings and sites, Haines said. Photos of the Hastings High School women’s and men’s basketball teams from 1914 and 1921 are part of the quilt as well as the A.E. Mulholland Drug Store, the Walldorff building, Hastings City Bank and Masonic Temple building. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of Haines’ quilt will be donated to Barry County Big Brothers Big Sisters. Many other “beautiful quilts” also will be for sale at the auction, Haines said. A raffle will be held for a chance to win prizes donated from fabric and quilting companies from around the United States, she said. Proceeds from the sales of those raffle tickets will be donated to Charlton Park, she noted. A unique twist will be opportunities for volunteers to use sewing machines for 30 minutes or more to help make baby quilts to be donated to My Alpha Place in Hastings. Fabric donations for the baby quilts are still needed, Haines said. For more information about the quilt show and auction, call Diane Haines at 269/9482044. Applications are available online for vendors who want to participate in the event: www.charltonpark.org (under event listings). Charlton Park is located at 2545 Charlton Park Rd. and the park’s office may be reached by calling 269/945-3775. Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, Sept. 9 — Movie Memories celebrates the screenplays of Tennessee Williams with “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10 — preschool story time about school, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14 — toddler story time about boats, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15 — ‘Tweens’ Welcome-Back Luau, 4 to 5 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information about any of the above. Arts council auction in need of donations by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Art lovers in the community are invited to donate pieces to the Thornapple Arts Council annual art auction Saturday, Oct. 2. “We’re still a little short of art,” said director Megan Lavell. “We welcome new and gently loved art pieces.” All types of art are welcome including, Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 photography, painting, metal work, handmade jewelry and more. Anyone interested in donating art pieces to the auction may call the arts council office at 269-945-2002 to set up a time to drop off or to arrange for the pick up of art pieces. The office is on the second floor of the Commercial Bank of Hastings at 629 W. Main St., Hastings. Donations to the Thornapple Arts Council are tax deductible. “If someone comes by and drops off an art piece when no one is in the office, it is important they leave their name, address and telephone number so TAC can contact them,” Lavell says. The theme for the 16th annual art auction at the MiddleVilla on M-37 in Middleville is “Celebrating Silver,” in honor of the arts council’s 25th anniversary this year. For more information about the auction or the arts council, call 269-945-2002. Wind, trees cut power Tuesday This tree branch in the 1000 block of East Mill Street, Hastings was knocked down by high winds Tuesday evening. Gusts up to 45 miles per hour and fallen trees accounted for some 74,000 power outages statewide, according to a Consumers Energy spokesperson. By Wednesday, more than 2,165 customers had power restored out of the Hastings headquarters, which extends beyond the Barry County line. About a dozen, mostly in the Delton area, continued to have interruptions in utility service Wednesday afternoon, said the spokesperson. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 9, 2010 — Page 3 School year kicks off with BIE Luncheon Members of the Hastings High School Band played the short version of the fight song at the BIE luncheon. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The audience applauds the new teachers who stood at the start of this year’s BIE luncheon. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The 28th Business, Industry and Education luncheon meeting at Hastings High School Sept. 7 began with renditions of the fight song and the “Star Spangled Banner” performed by the high school band. Then the audience which included many people from the Hastings community listened to Dr. Rick Foster, director of the Greening Michigan Institute of Michigan State University Extension. Speaking on “Green Jobs and Schools,” Foster built on the goal of the BIE: “working together to enhance our communities ... It’s in our nature.” Foster spoke about the future and how Michigan State University and MSU Extension are working to bring about a positive future. He began by talking about the “godfather” economy of the auto industry and how Michigan needs to replace it with an economy based on the high-quality natural resources available in the state. He stressed how wind resources, fresh water and tourism could bring in new jobs to the state. He talked about the under-valued and under-used natural resources that can help create and sustain the green economy. He spoke about the need to diversify. Foster included the development of urban agriculture, innovations in green home design and the need for civic participation. Foster stressed MSU’s commitment to the “greening of Michigan.” This is part of the new MSU Extension which has four initiatives working together. Youth, health and nutrition, the Greening Michigan Institute and agriculture and agriculture businesses are “If you do your part, we [MSU and MSUE[ will do ours,” he said in closing, Satterlee told the group following the talk that 2010-11 will be an exciting school year. He encouraged anyone with questions to contact individual school offices or his office. Playing of the Hastings High School fight song energizes those attending the BIE luncheon. (Photo by Patricia Johns) public education can help prepare children and create a sustaining environment. He didn’t shy away from the challenges of greening the economy. Hastings Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee introduces speaker Dr. Rick Foster at the BIE luncheon Tuesday at Hastings High School. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Guest speaker at the 28th annual Business, Industry and Education meeting Sept. 7 is Dr. Rick Foster, director of the Greening Michigan Institute. (Photo by Patricia Johns) New Assistant Superintendent Michelle Falcon is introduced to all those attending the BIE luncheon Sept. 7. (Photo by Patricia Johns) working together. People, planet and profit is the goal of the new focus on greening Michigan, he said. Foster said that the jobs of the godfather economy that have gone away are not coming back. He stressed the need for new jobs in the new economy. Only in this way can the breadth of poverty in urban areas and the depth of poverty in rural areas be overcome. He encouraged those at the BIE luncheon to look to natural resources to support the new bio-economy. “Sustainability and greening are future benchmarks for Michigan,” he said. He focused on farmers markets, including urban farming, to offer fresh and nutritious food to the state. In addition, he noted that if just 10 percent of food dollars were spent on local foods, that would have a significant impact on local jobs. He asked the group to think about how One of the guests at this year’s BIE luncheon is the new Kellogg Community College president. Director of the Fehsenfeld KCC branch Tim Sleevi (left) introduced new president Dennis Bona. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The invocation was given by Brian Teed, associate pastor of the Free Methodist Church and high school track and field coach. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Brian Teed, associate pastor of the Free Methodist Church and high school track and field coach, gives the invocation at the BIE luncheon as Superintendent Rich Satterlee and speaker Dr. Rick Foster listen. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Members of the Hastings High School Band entertain guests at Tuesday’s Business Industry and Education luncheon. (Photo by Patricia Johns) �Page 4 — Thursday, September 9, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV County budget is less than transparent To the editor Before bringing up the proposed 2011 proposed county budget on your computer screen, you should simply take a hard look at the budgets for the past four or five years. The smoke and mirrors of the budget stand as a glaring example of obscurity and fiscal irresponsibility. We actually have two county budgets, not just the one that gets the most attention. It is just like your own home budget, with a checking account and a savings account (and maybe a few “investments.”) The checking account is called the general fund and gets all the attention. If you study the list of general fund accounts, you will notice that we are now liberally spending about $2 million more each year from this checking account than we have in the past few years. Just like at home, when the checking account falls short, you look in the savings account to see if the bills can be paid. At the county level, this savings account is called the special revenue and debt service funds, and the title says it is a “summary of all budgeted funds.” This is the real Barry County government budget. Skipping over a few accounts that don’t belong in this section, we can add up our projected balances for December 2010 and discover about $27 million left over after we have liberally spent as much as we possibly could. If we add the ending balances of our savings account to our checking account, we are now looking at over $40 million and not the petty $14 million in the checking account that gets all the attention. If it is true, that we need to keep 15 percent of some number in case of an emergency (the envy of nearly every private business) that would allow for a conservative savings account balance of no more than $6 million, so why do we have so much mega-luxury slush in the savings account when the checking account is supposedly running behind? The final clause in the annual budget resolution gives the county administrator permission to shift up to $40,000 from any account to another without asking approval of the county board. With hundreds of accounts holding surpluses, finding another few million dollars or so to pay some more bills shouldn’t be a problem. Perhaps the folks who want to cut out essential government services have been charging us way too much in the way of taxes and have this huge surplus piling up for a future rainy day. Perhaps they don’t even recognize that they have this surplus. Perhaps they don’t recognize that it is raining. It may be that I don’t have enough accounting skills to fully understand this scrambledup mess that we call our county budget, but if our politicians have made this so much more transparent then why am I so confused? Why do they seem so confused? Tom Wilkinson, Hastings Residents not okay with proposed cuts To the editor: According to the May Jerusalem Post Christian Edition, out of the 50 countries where Christians are being persecuted, 35 have Islamic governments. The paper also stated that North Korea, Iran and Saudi Arabia are the worst persecutors of Christians. To the editor: I am writing this letter in hopes that it may reach the good people of Barry County because I don’t think that they are aware of the cuts that have been proposed for this year. In fact, the county has made the proposal of zero dollars for the MSU Extension agency for 2011 As many know, this is the home for the county agriculture agent, a nutrition agent, and of course 4-H. I am asking that if anyone has used any of these services, such as babysitting classes, after-school programs, 4-H, soil-testing drop-off or any of the many other services that apply, to call their commissioners and let them know that we are not okay with cutting all the funding for the agency. Darrel Hawbaker, Hastings Becky Rugg, Battle Creek Persecutors have common link Education is changing in Michigan and Barry County Gov. Granholm and the state legislature are making progress on the state budget and could have a deal yet this week. According to Michigan Public Radio, a spokesperson for Republican Senate Majority Leader Mike Bishop and Democratic House Speaker Andy Dillon said that agreements in principal or in concept had been reached on budget targets. Granholm is expected to sign the agreement as soon as it hits her desk. Lawmakers and the governor are trying to erase a general fund deficit of $302 million this year and a shortfall of $484 million for the budget, which begins Oct. 1. According to experts, schools should be safe from further cuts, but other state departments have been asked to trim expenses. Despite budget restraints, Granholm has announced that she wants to extend the school day and year. Speaking in Lansing on the first day back for many Michigan students, she said lawmakers should require more than 180 days in school. In 2003, schools went from a 180 days of school to a new requirement of just under 1,100 hours of instruction. Consequently, many districts extended the school day and reduced the school calendar. The biggest hurdle Granholm will have is to figure out where the money will come from due to strained budgets. Still, does it make any sense that this governor worries about such a huge issue with less than four months on the job? The governor should concentrate on issues she can impact before the end of the year — education certainly is not one of them. In recent years, government leaders and school officials continued to put emphasis on standardized testing to evaluate student progress. The focus of lessons is to prepare students to take tests, the results of which are released statewide. Think of it as cookiecutter-learning, with the goal of raising the results rather than elevating students reasoning and problem-solving skills. Students are individuals, they learn at different speeds and retain at different levels so our best teachers are challenged to customize their learning environment, which is difficult in today’s educational system. In the elementary level, specially trained teachers work extensively with students who have emotional or learning disabilities. Elementary classroom teachers learn to identify challenges and difficulties among their students and work with them as individuals to overcome some of those challenges. Teachers will modify explanations, seating assignments, lesson plans and more to adapt to various learning abilities in any given classroom. Yet, when students reach high school, they now are expected to mold into a one-size-fits-all style of learning. Thanks to state legislators deciding a few years ago that every student should pass a rigorous course that includes chemistry, physics and Algebra programs, coupled with cuts in state funding, many students are set on a course to fail or drop out. Michigan’s next governor should evaluate what’s been happening to students across the state. We should return our high schools to a two-program course offering, college or career preparation. Most schools dropped their technical skills program in order to take on the state’s new curriculum requirements. In fact, this year’s high school graduation class will be the first class to complete the new state requirements in order to graduate from high school. This will just drive up the number of dropouts, putting even more pressure on these students to find a job when they have little or no specific skills. Not too many years ago school districts offered auto mechanics, construction trades, and a number of co-op programs where students received hands-on learning to better prepare them for the world of work. Today, business and industrial leaders are concerned with the level of competency they find our students. I don’t have a problem with increasing the standards of college-bound students, but to force every student to take a college prep curriculum sends the wrong message to students who have no interest in attending college. In Barry County, on average less than 50 percent of our high school students continue their education immediately after school. These kids need specialized learning that gives them the training they will need to enter the job market. Although Hastings has not made steps toward again offering programs for students who plan to do something other than attending college after they graduate, school officials at least are once more focusing on helping all students graduate from high school. Bringing back alternative education is a positive step toward accommodating all types of students. Last year, 12 Hastings and Delton students attended an afterschool program called Gilmore Garage Works. The program was offered in cooperation with Barry Intermediate School District and Michigan Works. This year they’ve expanded the program to include collaboration between Pennock Hospital and the Thornapple Manor and Kellogg Community College by offering a program to students who plan on pursing a career in the health care field. Although the anatomy and physiology classes might seem difficult to many of these students, it’s another step forward toward hands-on learning. The traditional classroom isn’t for everyone. It’s in our best interest locally to find new ways to turn students on to the importance of getting an education, even though it may be specialized in a particular field – these students will be more employable, yet still may continue their education at a later date. We know it works, because after a full school year, the Gilmore program graduated 12 young men with a number of skills that better prepared them for work or to enroll in Kellogg Community College’s technical training program. If we’re really serious about turning our economy around in the future, then we must all concentrate on making products in Michigan again. The best medicine for a sluggish economy is a job — all types of jobs. We need to put more people back to work, and the fastest way to do so is to give them the skills necessary to become employable. Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Health department not providing influenza vaccinations for those with insurance The Barry-Eaton District Health Department will not be providing influenza vaccine for any adults or for children with private insurance that pays for vaccines. Influenza vaccine will continue to be available at the health department to children who Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. qualify for the Vaccine for Children Program. To qualify, children must have Medicaid, no insurance, or insurance that will not pay for flu vaccine. For the past several years, the health department has experienced reduced demand Should county cut non-mandated programs? Barry County Commissioners are working on the budget for 2011. Because of shortfalls in revenue, the county is considering no longer supporting non-mandated programs including the Barry Conservation District, Barry Economic Development Alliance and the local MSU Extension program which includes 4-H. Do you think the county should continue to support such programs? to provide flu vaccine as availability has increased within the community. “Our policy is not to replicate services offered by other providers in the community”, said Steve Tackitt, health officer at the health department. The announcement is to remind those who usually receive their flu vaccine from the Barry-Eaton District Health Department to seek another vaccine provider. Many private physicians and pharmacies throughout the community provide seasonal flu vaccine each year. Residents may check the American Lung Association’s ‘Flu Finder’ at www.lungusa.org/lung-disease/influenza/fluclinic-locator/ for a list of influenza vaccine providers. The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com Pat Baranoski, Gun Lake: “I think that the members of the Barry County commission should think again before making these cuts, especially for 4-H. This is an important program which keeps children occupied and engaged in their community.” Linda Orzechowicz, Gun Lake: “I think the commission needs to take more time before making the final decision about cuts to the budget. All the programs being considered for cuts are important to the entire community.” Trudy Lienau, Vermontville: “Like most community members, if we could keep everything, that’s great. But, in Eaton County they went through this and they lightened the staff load, and everything worked out. They should look at other services than 4-H and spread the cuts.” Bernie Mulder, Hastings: “I’m 72, and I have been involved with horses for 40 years. One thing I’ve noticed, the children who show the horses become exemplary adults. And I see from generation to generation, these children are polite, don’t swear, wellmannered, they know how to take care of their animals. You can’t find better people. Where are these children going to go? The best programs are 4-H, riding and showing programs to keep youth out of trouble. The youth are our future.” Doug McCallum, Hastings: “I think that they should keep the programs. It’s always good for a community to have programming like that, especially a small one like this.” John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 9, 2010 — Page 5 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... Barry County United Way made national news in its growth In celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Barry County United Way (which also was known as Community Chest, Community Fund and United Fund), the local agency has shared this undated historical account of the United Way, written by Howard Frost, sometime after 1981. ***** In considering a historical account of the Barry County United Way, we shall include the considerable contribution now being made by the school authorities and the City of Hastings. The use of school facilities and city funds for recreational programs, which we now take for granted, evolved slowly over the years. A few seemingly unrelated events which we shall relate should help to put things in perspective. In spite of my grandchildren’s opinions. I was born in this century, so as a starting point, I will use the year 1916. In 1916, a few citizens get together, raised some funds and hired a YMCA Secretary and a part-time Scoutmaster. By 1930, the Boy Scout program had been dropped, and the Y secretary had to spend a good deal of his time asking for donations from interested individuals. There were a few programs - all for boys. Meetings were held in homes. In 1930, the citizens voted to build Central School and the auditorium, with the sales point that the auditorium would be available to the general public when not required for school purposes. The first public use of the auditorium was by the Rotary Club for their Minstrel Show, to raise money for their community projects. Two years later, (1933 – the year the banks closed) the American Legion put on a show to raise funds for their community projects. Meanwhile, the school had become hard put to pay the teachers and maintenance people. In fact, some board members were personally signing script at the bank to obtain operating cash. So it followed that the American Legion was charged a fee for the use of the auditorium. The American Legion had supported the bond issue and members were extremely upset by the charge. There was little communication since the board didn’t wish to publicize its precarious financial position. Due to the bad feeling about this incident, the result was that it became impossible to pass any school bond issues for several years. This feeling carried on through to 1944. For example: The Hastings Manufacturing Company in 1944 had so-called excess wartime profits which would be taxed at 90 percent. The school had acquired the land for an athletic field but had no funds to develop it. Aben Johnson called me to his office and said, “We would like to give the school funds for the field but with the understanding that the field is to be used by both the school and the general public. I trust the present board of education, but work with them so that future boards will follow the terms of our gift.” So, I worked out a sample contract, took it to the board meeting and it was unanimously accepted. There was a joker in this, though. Hubert Cook, a member of the board and my boss, wanted to resign but said he would continue to supervise field construction if I would Prepare for Campaign –Community leaders in various sections of Barry County have been spending many hours preparing for the 1957 United Fund drive which opens Oct. 8, and this group was photographed Thursday at the Red Cross office in Hastings going over campaign details. Seated (from left) are Elwood McLeod, Woodland, vice chairman of the drive; Robert Scott, Hastings, county chairman; and Roy Gaunt, United Fund field man from Lansing. Standing are George Schaibly, Woodland; Charles Finkbeiner, Middleville; George Hamity, co-chairman of the drive in Hastings; and the Rev. Clyde C. Gibson, Nashville. All are members of the budget committee. – Richard Waite photo. (Banner Sept. 26, 1957). take his place on the school board. So, that was how I became a 17-year member of the board. The school board responded in opening not only the field, but the gym and meeting rooms for public use. This new spirit of cooperation made possible the highly visible programs needed for the public to support our community fund and school millage. Now back to fundraising. In 1933, everyone was broke. Mr. Johnson, as usual, had a solution. Contributions were scarce and we couldn’t pay our Y Director, “Dad” Angell. Mr. Johnson gave me a postdated check to the Y for $1,000 (apparently he couldn’t cover it right then). He said, “Please see Col. Tyden and Marsh Cook, editor of the Banner. They will ask you how much I gave and show them this check and they will match it.” Sure enough, they did, with the stipulation that no funds were to be asked from the public. This was a one-time solution – not the way to enlist broad community support. In 1934, I became Y treasurer. We combined with Eaton County to get more funds, but it didn’t work out since the Y secretary spent too much time on the road trying to secure effective local leaders, and the public just didn’t see many results. So, we reorganized into the Barry County YMCA. Col. Tyden’s daughter, Mrs. Florence Groos, became interested in our financial problems, and in 1935. She spearheaded the formation of Barry County Community Chest. Florence has been very active in our fund for many years and deserves most of the credit for our success. At this time, funds were raised for youth programs only (YMCA, Boy Scouts, Campfire Girls). The city, by charter, was not set up to pay for recreational programs administered by others, so we organized a city agency – the “Hastings Youth Council” and later improved the bylaws to cover this setup in the new city charter. During this period, fundraising activities were consolidated logically to cover only the Hastings Area School district. It became apparent that broad visible programs were needed for boys and girls of all ages and also self-financing adult programs. In 1946, we were fortunate to hire Bob King, a Kiwanis, (applause) as our secretary. We made an agreement with the state Y so that he could handle programs for both boys and girls, and also, for the Youth Council. Also, there was to be no competing with other agencies, like Scouts, Campfire Girls, etc., but rather, programs to fill the voids. We all know the great contributions Bob made, especially in pioneering the use of existing facilities, and through the enlistment of broad adult leadership, multiplying the effectiveness of the program. Someone may ask, “Why employ a Y Secretary?” Because, he is a trained professional, receives continuing guidance, a good retirement and is guaranteed a job if it is felt desirable that he move on. For example, when Bob retired, they supplied us with many fine candidates. As a result, we were able to employ a top-notch successor, Dave Storms. To eliminate many separate fund drives, about 1952, we formally joined with the United Way of Michigan to give support to many fine state and national agencies. We made the provision that all budgets of the local youth agencies must be met 100 percent before funds are transferred to the state organizations. Why this stipulation? If a local budget is shorted, our local youth agency has contract obligations that cannot be met from any other source, whereas, state and national agencies can make up shortages from other areas. This policy has received national publicity, and at last count, we have received some 140 requests for a copy. In some form, this policy has been adopted by many The Barry County United Way made national headlines for the stipulation made when it joined the United Way of Michigan in 1952. Lewis Lang, (left) chairman of the Hastings United Community Fund, and Al Fuller (right), a vice chairman, this week issued a big “congratulations” to everyone in Hastings who helped put the 1961 Chest campaign over the top. Contributions and pledges to the drive have reached $42,593.43. The total is nearly 5 percent above the $40,797.78 quota. Industry – management and employees – have given or pledged $30,147.68, the retail division $5,121.50, professional $1,113, public agencies $1,047.10, public school employees $1,619, students $507.77, First Ward $479.53, Second Ward $401.29, Third Ward $217.23 and Fourth Ward $1,392.78. The woman in the picture is Mrs. Betty Ziegler, secretary of the drive. Last year’s successful effort hit $40,310.90 with a special gift of $3,209 from the Messer Trust Fund. – Photo by Barth. (Banner Nov. 30, 1961). Community Funds in other medium-sized communities. The local highly visible youth programs, concentrated locally, are experienced, participated in and seen by contributors, hence these are supported very well. If these were cut, total support for all agencies would fall. Now about the Community Fund board. How are members chosen? Board policy requires membership to consist of interested and active individuals; it must have continuity, and it must have representatives from all groups, such as schools, unions, industry, service clubs, merchants, etc. It follows that board members are selected because of other interests and active participation. Now, all this history is fine, but without your action today it is meaningless. Let’s support the United Way and its agencies with both our time and funds. Over the years, starting with just a few – and now many – volunteers like you here today, have put real meaning into our slogan: “It works for all of us.” Our Community Fund depends on wide support of all of our residents. They, rightfully, expect to see the funds given in action locally. Our fund board has contracts with all of our member agencies. Members may not have separate fundraising drives without special permission. Yearly, each agency submits its proposed budget to our budget committee for screening and approval. This procedure helps to eliminate unreasonable requests and duplication. Marriage Licenses Lawrence Duane Barry, Woodland and Arlene Carol Rose, Woodland. Todd Robert Becktel, Cloverdale and Stacy Leigh Westerman, Sylvania, OH. Charles Russell Keech, Shelbyville and Kristen Kaye Hiller, Shelbyville. Timothy Roy LaFountaine II, Shelbyville and Danielle Marie Elkins, Shelbyville. James Steven Main, Hastings and Elizabeth Anne Meek, Hastings. Clifford Johannes Munroe, Delton and Michelle Kristine Bies, Delton. Nathan Lee Newcomb, Plainwell and Shawn Marie Sheplinga, Plainwell. Dustin Eli Pash, Battle Creek and Melissa Renee Jean Phelps, Battle Creek. Brian Joseph Schneider, Middleville and Jackilyn Rosemary Mann, Middleville. 77549514 This archived photo, taken at what is now a gym in Hastings Middle School, is undated. Another photo of young people had the following information: ‘Y’ Center opens - The ‘Y’ center opened for its second year Wednesday night in the Hastings High gym as another Red Feather-financed activity of the Youth Council and YMCa under Director Bob King. Teenagers enjoy six ping pong tables, checkers, shuffle board, dancing to juke boxes, games, just reading and the soda bar in the center open from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays. High school and recent grads attended the center in droves last season, with an average attendance of 120 each Wednesday. Community Chest funds support the YMCA Youth Council programs. (Banner Sept. 24, 1953) Greet Workers - Dr. Lynn McConnell (left) and David Jasperse, chairman and co-chairman of the United Community Fund Drive, greeted campaign workers as they arrived at the kickoff breakfast Tuesday. They greet Olaf Jordan, Eldon Mathews and Chuck Wierseman, all from the Viking Corporation. Banner photo. �Page 6 — Thursday, September 9, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Area Obituaries NOTICE The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applications from qualified residents of Barry County to serve on the newly formed Animal Control/Shelter Advisory Board for the following positions: Lorane (Sullivan) Hecker Five (5) Barry County Citizen At Large Representatives Donna Belle (Easey) Murphy Tonya L. Haas One (1) Barry County Kennel Operator Representative One (1) Barry County Rescue Shelter Operator Representative One (1) Barry County Humane Society Representative One (1) Barry County Veterinarian Representative Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; or www.barrycounty.org and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on September 20, 2010. Contact 269945-1284 for more information. 77549432 Worship Together… 77549400 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. The praise team rehearses on Wednesday’s at 6:30 p.m. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-731-5194 or -517-8521806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-945-9121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday MidWeek: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 6 p.m. Chancel Choir Practice. Saturday 10 a.m. Praise Team. Wednesday 6 p.m. Great Start Parent Meeting at 231 S. Broadway. Fiberglass Products 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 LaPrairie-Mulvaine Brenda and Chet Dalski of Battle Creek wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jessica LaPrairie to Eric Mulvaine, the son of Todd and Mary Mulvaine and Ree Mulvaine-Amesbury of Ceresco and Battle Creek. The bride-elect is a graduate of Pennfield High School and Kellogg Community College. The groom-elect is a graduate of Battle Creek Central High School and a U.S. Marine Corp veteran. A September wedding is being planned. 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 Newborn Babies 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Isaac David Morrison, born at Bronson Hospital on Aug. 19, 2010 at 6:24 a.m. to Brittany Campbell of Delton and Ryan Morrison of Hastings. Weighing 6 lbs. 13 ozs. and 20 inches long. Since April members of the Black Heart Maidens, Barry County’s premier roller derby team, have been practicing six hours a week preparing for their first bout, which is slated for next month and their first home bout at the Barry County Expo Center in November. At 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, the Maidens will be holding a benefit concert at the Hastings Moose Lodge to help defray costs of jerseys, scoreboards, timers and rental fees. Admission is $5 per person and the doors will open at 7 p.m. for the concert featuring the band Deviation, which is reuniting for the event, and Well Fed Jesus featuring “Karaoke Queens.” Girls from the team will be there skating as well. The Black Heart Maidens are also seeking sponsors. Businesses, organizations or individuals interested in sponsoring the Maidens may call Katlyn Shaw 269-838-4758 for more information. The Maidens practice from 5 to 8 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays at the Hastings RollA-Rama. Any women who are interested in trying out are invited to attend. For more information about the group, call Tasha Robinson 269-953-5605. Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net 77528585 102 Cook Hastings GOBLES, MI - Donna Belle (Easey) Murphy, age 69, of Gobles, passed away on Monday, September 6, 2010 at her residence, surrounded by her family, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on May 5, 1941 in Hastings, Michigan to Richard and Dorothy (Phillips) Easey. Donna was a graduate of Hastings High School. She was employed for over 17 years at Coca-Cola and worked for several years at Dickerson Greenhouse. Her last nine years of working was at EPC in Mattawan. Donna married George E. Murphy, Jr. at a ceremony in Allegan. The two have traveled the country together and were fortunate enough to be in 49 of the 50 states. Donna also enjoyed going to casinos, collecting frogs and watching birds, especially hummingbirds. Donna’s greatest passion was her family. Spending time with her children, grandchildren and her husband meant more than anything to her. She is preceded in death by her father and one brother. Donna is survived by her husband George E. Murphy, Jr. of Gobles; her mother, Dorothy Easey of Hastings; two daughters Becky (Craig) Bell of Hastings and Terri (Jeff) Sweet of Paw Paw; two sons, Larry (Olara) Varney of Mattawan and Lance (Twila) Devenport of Gobles; 12 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; a brother and two sisters. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 9, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Adams Funeral Home, located at 502 W. Michigan AVe., in Paw Paw. An interment will follow the service at Alamo Center Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Donna’s memory to the American Cancer Society P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73123. Condolences, photos and memories may be shared with the family at www.brownfuneralhomeniles.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Home, Niles. Concert supports local roller derby team Sept. 11 GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost Sept. 12 - Worship 8 & 10:45 a.m. unday School 9:30 a.m. Noisy offering for Love, Inc. High School Youth Group Meeting 6:30-8:30. Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7 p.m.; Women’s AlAnon 7 p.m. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. http:// www.discovergrace.org This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Lauer Family Funeral Homes HASTINGS, MI - Lorane (Sullivan) Hecker, age 91, of Hastings passed away September 8, 2010 at Thornapple Manor. Lorane was born in Jackson, on January 21, 1919, the child of Lysle Burdette and Vesta Blanch (Armour) Shedd. She attended school in the Battle Creek Lakeview area. Lorane was married to Benjamin (Bud) H. Sullivan on July 21, 1945. After Ben’s death in March of 1996 Lorane married Lawrence (Doc) Hecker. Lorane worked at Metal Tile during the 1940s and Hastings Piston Ring for over 20 years. Her lifelong enthusiasm was antiquing. She loved to cook, can foods and sew/quilt. She served on the kitchen committee at Hope United Methodist Church for many years. She is survived by her loving daughter, Sandra Lee Daniel; seven grandchildren, James (Mary) Daniel, Julie (Jeff) Guenther, Jill (David) Wickham, Jacquie (Brian) McLean, James (Cindy) Hoffman, Carrie Dakin and Blake Green. Along with 21 great grandchildren, two great great grandchildren and son-in-law, Jack Green. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lysle and Vesta Shedd; husband of 50 years, Benjamin Sullivan; husband of 10 years, Doc Hecker; and stepdaughter, Susanne Green. Memorial contributions may be made to Hope United Methodist Church. Funeral arrangements by Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Please visit www.daniels funeralhome.net for further details. DELTON, MI - Tonya L. Haas, of Delton, passed away peacefully September 7, 2010 surrounded by friends and family after a courageous battle with cancer. Tonya was born March 24, 1955 in Battle Creek, the daughter of Clarence Claude and Louise (Erk) Day. A 1973 graduate of Hastings High School, Tonya enjoyed working at Delton Kellogg Elementary School for 15 years. On October 5, 1974 in Delton, Tonya married Richard Michael Haas. As a sports mom, her team spirit was not to be rivaled. Friends and family appreciated her talent for crafts, pictures for scrapbooking, and her gardening skills were highly admired. Tonya's family values were foremost; often imparting great words of wisdom and she was a civic minded activist and the ever diligent environmentalist. A loving wife of 36 years to Mike, Tonya was a devoted mother to Michael and Scott. She is also survived by her mother, Louise Day of Richland; brothers and sisters, Dennis Day of Plainwell, Deborah Lundy of Denton, TX, Gary Day of Battle Creek, Lucinda Kurr of Parchment, Jon (Joanie) Day of Glendale, AZ, Lisa (Robert) Mueller of Grand Ledge, Dale Day of Battle Creek, and Terry (Denese) Day of Gig Harbor, WA and many special nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Clarence Day; a sister, Mary Day, and her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Richard and Joan Haas. The family will receive friends Friday, September 10, 2010, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Williams - Gores Funeral Home, Delton, with a time of sharing at 7:30 p.m. For a more lasting memorial, please consider memorial contributions to the family or a charity of your choice. Please visit www.williams-goresfuneral.com to view or sign Tonya's online guest book. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 9, 2010 — Page 7 Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES Celebrate Grandparents Day by investing in your grandchildren’s future The right time to sell by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters With the price of gold over $1,000 per troy ounce, people have asked me if they should sell Great Aunt Edna’s rings and bracelets. Is the price of gold going to go up more based on fears of economic troubles? Will governments around the world take actions that change the price a lot, one way or another? And what value should we put on loyalty to Great Aunt Edna’s memory? A geologist cannot usefully advise you about economic policy made at the international level or about balancing Edna’s memory versus being able to pay the rent. But the high price of gold has led me to some rumination about the world’s first, extraordinarily precious metal. Not all that glitters is gold, to be sure, but when I once had the chance to personally heft a gold bar (no easy feat for a lightweight), I surely admitted that gold has a strong allure. I was visiting a geologist at Round Mountain, Nev., where the gold comes out of an open-pit mine and is processed on site. The final step of the work creates the gold bars, which are called “dore.” That term means they have not yet been highly purified, so they can have some silver and other metals in them. But they’re mostly gold. It’s tough to think clearly about gold when you’re in the presence of a lot of it, like it’s tough to be completely unemotional in the presence of the Hope Diamond. But here, in the safety of print and away from stacks of gold bars, let me lay out a bit of what I know about gold. People likely learned to mine gold long ago where it occurred in the richest stream and beach deposits. If gold grade is high enough, you can literally simply look down at your feet as you walk along a sandy beach and pick out small nuggets and grains of gold. When gold grade drops below that, individual prospectors can either pan for gold or send their sandy diggings down sluices to process it. Both approaches help separate dense gold particles from the lighter sand around it. But gold is found in quite different geo- logic settings, too. It’s often in veins of quartz in other rocks. (In the ancient world, Mother Nature was thought to be in some sense alive, so it wasn’t surprising the Earth would have “veins,” just as you have veins in your arms. Odd, from a modern perspective, but true, and preserved in our language down through the millennia.) Geological veins are made by fluids, circulating in the Earth and depositing minerals that get left behind. I spent several years in graduate school studying how much gold will dissolve in fluids in the Earth. One impressive thing about gold in your daily life is that it doesn’t dissolve at all. The ring on your finger won’t dissolve if you throw it in the boiling pot of pasta water. The gold on your crowned tooth doesn’t dissolve despite years (or for some of us, decades) of being immersed in saliva, hot coffee and all the rest. So the question for my studies as a student, essentially, was what conditions and chemicals in the Earth made it possible for gold to dissolve into fluids and move, then drop out of solution and into the veins from which we can mine it today. The answer had to do with sulfur and oxygen and some difficult points of chemistry, with lots of calculations thrown in to add to the labor. But the main issue was that the conditions where gold dissolves are rare, indeed — just as you know from your day-to-day living. And that brings us back to Great Aunt Edna’s rings. There’s no harm in taking them in and asking for a bid. But before you take the cash and walk away from the family gold, I’d recommend leaving the buyback place and going home. One night’s sleep could help you reach a decision you won’t regret, one way or another. There was, after all, only one Great Aunt Edna. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University. Dr. Peters can be reached at epeters@wsu.edu. National Grandparents Day is Sept. 12. If you’re a grandparent, this day is meant to honor you — but you can also celebrate by investing in your grandchildren’s future. Of course, much of their future success may depend on their ability to receive a college education, but college is expensive. In fact, according to the College Board, for the 2009–2010 school year, the average cost (tuition, fees, room and board) for an in-state student for one year at a public, four-year school was more than $15,000, while a student at a private, four-year school paid, on average, more than $35,000. Furthermore, in recent years, college costs have risen considerably faster than the general inflation rate, so if your grandchildren are still quite young, their college bills may easily eclipse the numbers shown above. Fortunately, if you want to help your grandchildren pay for college, you have some good savings vehicles to choose from, including the following: • 529 savings plan — A 529 savings plan allows you to put money in specific investments, managed by an investment professional. You can gift $13,000 per year to each grandchild without incurring gift taxes. All withdrawals from a 529 savings plan will be free from federal income taxes, as long as the money is used for the beneficiary’s qualified college or graduate school expenses. (Withdrawals for expenses other than qualified education expenditures may be subject to federal and state taxes, plus a 10% penalty.) Also, if you participate in your own state’s 529 savings plan, your contributions may be eligible for a state tax deduction or credit. • Coverdell Education Savings Account — Depending on your income level, you can contribute up to $2,000 annually to a Coverdell Education Savings Account (ESA). (Unless extended by new legislation, however, this contribution limit will fall to $500 per year, beginning in 2011.) Coverdell earnings and withdrawals are tax-free, provided the beneficiary uses the money for qualified education expenses. Any nonqualified withdrawals from a Coverdell ESA may be subject to federal and state taxes, plus a 10% penalty. • Zero coupon bonds — When you purchase a zero coupon bond, it is priced at a discount to its principal, or face, value. You receive the principal value when the bond matures. You could purchase a zero coupon bond that matures when your grandchild is ready to go to college — and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be getting. Although you won’t be receiving regular interest payments throughout the life of the zero coupon bond, as you would for a typical bond, you’ll still be liable for the taxes on this interest. But by putting the bond in your grandchild’s name, the interest will be taxable at his or her tax rate, which will likely be much lower than yours. Before purchasing or titling a zero coupon bond, though, consult with your tax advisor. By making any of these gifts to your grandchildren, you will remind them, once again, of how lucky they are to have grandparents — which is, after all, the true meaning of Grandparents Day. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. 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The chicken will be cooked over charcoal and 1/2 a plain or saucy chicken served with homemade macaroni or potato salad, fresh veggies, roll, drink and homemade cake or dessert. Dinner will begin at noon til the food runs out. The event will take place at Country Chapel, 9275 S. M-37, Dowling, MI. Phone 269-721-8077. Tickets are $7.00. A Silent Auction will be taking place during the dinner with all winners to be announced by the close of the BBQ. Those not present will be contacted to pick up their items. The Women of Mission will also be having a bake sale. Please join us for the delicious and enjoyable event. 40’x40’ and 40’x60’ Tables and chairs available. 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Twice last week workers struck a small gas main and the local fire department was called out. Much of the village has a fine alley system so people can reach their homes by more than one route. The northeast part of town is largely in the original Bonanza plat and there are no alleys. For them the way to get home is on a dirt track that weaves around the equipment. That will come to a halt once the workers reach the stage of laying asphalt. In the meantime, Fourth Avenue gets all the former Jordan Lake traffic. The upcoming travel films at the Ionia Theater are on Scotland Sept. 16, Mount Vernon Sept. 23 and Navajo Code Talkers of World War II Sept. 30. The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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We assist average landowners in developing habitat and managing habitat for wildlife species. And, we work a lot with what we call our public trust resources, our waters and our woods — basically the green infrastructure of Barry County — that’s the area that the district works for you.” Later during the public comment portion of the meeting, Alfred Gillrich, a Delton resident and former board member of the conservation district, spoke in support of the organization, as did Mark Bishop. Don Lehman, district coordinator for MSU Extension; Michael Spezia, chairman of the MSUE Council; Jeff Guekes, vice president of the MSUE Council; and Ginger Hentz, Barry County MSU Extension educator, all took turns addressing their concerns regarding the proposed elimination of all funds for the Extension program. Spezia, the first to take the podium, noted that Extension has had a 90-year relationship with Barry County, and the county has provided funding for the program all along. “We have operated as a county department for all of those 90 years,” he said. “The county provides essential budget for the MSU Extension. For every dollar the county invests, MSU returns, or leverages, $3.” Hentz addressed the commissioners regarding the impact Extension programs have in Barry County. “I just wanted to let you know the Community and Economic Development is a collaborative program that we work with a number of community partners, including the Economic Development Alliance and the EPillar,” she said. “This fosters a healthy community, is business-friendly, and encourages new business ideas ...” She also noted MSUE’s role in Home Town Partners; Leadership Barry County; the MSUE Citizen Planner, which provides training for new county commissioners; the Local Foods Network; MSU Product Center, which provides support for small agricultural and related businesses; the Building Strong Families Program, and more. “Agriculture is a huge industry in Barry County, and we provide ... services to over 100 agricultural enterprises in the county, including financial, risk and farm management practices to improve efficiency and profitability,” she said. “Barry County Extension was very critical in the establishment of the Farmland Preservation program ... Our front desk is really the gateway to research and ... the clearinghouse for linkage to MSU’s services, the university’s services and the wealth of information there.” Hentz added that the local Extension office has received numerous calls and letters from 4-H leaders and members regarding the proposed 2011 county budget cuts. She said there are 56 4-H clubs and 944 children enrolled in 4-H throughout the county, and 352 adult volunteer leaders and 74 youth leaders; together the adult and youth leaders donate more than 60,000 hours to 4H. Hentz added there were 3,200 non-livestock 4-H entries at the Barry County Fair this year. “We have staff in the office that is managing this program, but all of these volunteers are very self-motivated and work with their youth and community and we provide support for them. There are also developmental committees that provide support to the program,” said Hentz. “For the fair, it was over a half a million dollars raised and re-invested in the program. That is an increase of over 17 percent from 2009 sales. All of this money goes back to the children who bring animals to the fair; except for about 2.7 percent, or about $14,000, that goes to developmental committees that then use that for educational programs, scholarships ... it pays for the photos that were taken at the fair and is used over the year for programming. None of that money comes back to the MSU Extension office, it all goes back to the kids and the volunteer committees.” She said the 4-H program funnels a lot of money back into the community as the children buy craft supplies, feed, pens and other accouterments for their projects. Hentz said the cash budget for Extension was approximately $200,000 per year, and the county’s portion is about $76,000, which includes one full-time staff person in the office. She said the local Extension office could not continue to function as it does without its office manager and secretary. “ ... It’s such an abrupt change that it’s a real challenge,” said Lehman. “It wasn’t long ago that the [county] board passed a resolution telling the state legislature that a 50 percent reduction [in funding] was inappropriate ... The challenge for us is that it has been such an abrupt change of face in how the county is viewing funding for MSU Extension.” Lehman said that given two or three years, the Extension program could explore ways to restructure itself and become more efficient and develop other sources of revenue. Commissioner Craig Stolsonburg asked Lehman is the elimination of county funding would mean the demise of 4-H in Barry County. “I think 4-H would continue in a very significantly limited capacity,” replied Lehman. Stolsonburg asked Lehman if he could be more specific. “No, I cannot,” said Lehman. “We have not dealt with this as far as the elimination of funding from the county and the closing of a local office. So, giving you specifics of how that is going to operate is difficult. But, the office would close and really hamper our abil- ity to function at the fair. I’m not saying that there wouldn’t be some way children in Barry County could exhibit at the fair ... it would be altered drastically.” “Services provided by the Extension are extremely popular and greatly impact many citizens throughout the county,” said Guekes when he addressed the board. “Based on the conversations of myself and other members of the MSU Extension Advisory Council and members of the community, it is very apparent that people in Barry County want these services to continue. Because of this, we sincerely ask that the commissioners reconsider and maintain funding for the essential services that Extension provides ... “The key point is that the chief beneficiaries of all these services are the young people of Barry County,” he said. “These programs help keep kids and families focused on positive activities — activities that teach kids how to do things the right way; this has a positive impact on the county and society as a whole. In many ways, you can look at these programs as investments in these individuals. Many times, upfront investments such as these provide hidden, substantial but difficult-to-quantify benefits ...” Guekes said that without funding from the county, MSUE would have to close its Barry County office, and 4-H programs would be reduced, impacting close to 1,000 kids. In addition, residents who currently get services from the local Extension office, would have to go to other counties. He added that the MSUE supports a proposal that was going to be made by members of the Barry Economic Development Alliance during their appeal later in the meeting. Houtman asked Lehman if he was in favor of across-the-board budget cuts for in order to preserve some funding for MSUE. “I’m not necessarily recommending an across-the-board ... 10 percent cut for mandated and unmandated ... I don’t necessarily believe that is the role of a department head ... I think that is the role of the county board.” When questioned further, Lehman said the local Extension office could stay open if the organization’s budget was cut by 10 percent; but reiterated Guekes’ statement that the MSU Extension supported the proposal that was going to be made by the Economic Development Alliance. During public comment, several county residents spoke in favor of continued county support for Extension and its programs such as 4-H. Like the Extension program, the Barry Economic Development Alliance is non-mandated, and all funding for the program was eliminated in the county’s proposed budget. Barry Economic Alliance Board President Fred Jacobs and fellow board members Keith Ferris and James Nye spoke on behalf of the Alliance. Before presenting the board’s proposal, Jacobs and Ferris turned the podium over to Nye. “I am here today on behalf of the Gun Lake Tribe of the Potawatami Indians,” he said. “Most of you are aware that we have a casino project under construction right now ... we have been active with the Barry County Chamber for quite a number of years now and as well with the Economic Development Alliance, and we just can’t say enough positive about what we feel your business community is doing here to make improvements to the economic situation here in Barry County. “I have been an active participant in the Economic Development Alliance for the last three years. We have seen first-hand, from the tribe’s perspective, just how dedicated these individuals are, and it has made an impact here locally, and we would certainly urge you all to consider that and not cut the funding to the Economic Development Alliance because we think that’s just counterproductive. If you fund economic development, we feel that is going to retain jobs here in your community and actually help with the tax base and some of the other problems you are facing .... “One other thing I’d like to add, with our project nearing completion (we look at opening the facility in early 2011), we know that is going to directly employ 600 people; it’s going to have a spin-off effect of about 1,000 jobs, and it’s going to put several million dollars into the community. We’re looking at $30,000,000 in direct purchasing of goods and services and continuing our partnership with the Economic Development Alliance. It is our hope, that through this project, it will help alleviate some of the financial conditions that your county is facing. We look forward to having a positive economic impact in the future.” Jacobs said the Alliance appreciates Barry County Administrator Michael Brown’s efforts to present the county commissioners with a balanced budget. However, he said does not agree with the county board’s designation of mandated versus non-mandated funding for services. “You have chosen, as a board, to consider ‘non-mandated’ as ‘unnecessary,’ which means funding for the county’s Economic Development Alliance and the Barry County Extension service and the Barry Conservation District are now in jeopardy,” he said, noting that the Alliance has been funded by the county for more than10 years. “One of the first orders of business that the Alliance was able to obtain was the agricultural zone in Woodbury, the present ethanol plant. Had the Alliance not been in operation, that special authority would not have been possible.” Jacobs added that the Alliance also holds an economic summit each year. Those summits have led to data being compiled specific to Barry County regarding statistics such as average employment, average incomes and other economic development information that developers and business people can access and use to determine whether or not they should build or open a business in the county. “Some of our areas of interest are job retention, business expansion, our quality of life ... that’s one of the reasons people come to Barry County ... our quality of life. You don’t just buy it; it has to be something you work on as a people,” said Jacobs, who went on to talk about programs to prepare local youths for “As far as budgeting... I’m looking at re-establish the allocation millage to recoup our Headlee rollback that we have experienced in the last 10 years. That would bring our millage rate up to the full authorized rate and it would also bring the townships up to their authorized rates, which could bring us about $790,000 if that happened. But, it would have to go on the ballot and be approved by the electorate.” Karen Scarbrough, county equalization office director future employment and grants and tax incentive programs and more which the Alliance has encouraged. He also spoke about how the Conservation District and MSUE contribute to the quality of life and positive economic climate and how important those non-mandated services are to the people of Barry County. “If they weren’t, this room wouldn’t so full of people,” he said. “... Some officials suggested we come up with a program to solve some of the problems that you (county board of commissioners) have and that is what we have done ... It’s also the goal of the Alliance to provide you with an alternative option to fund programs and balance the budget in the coming year. We are suggesting that you establish a budgetary review ad hoc committee to identify ways to reduce reoccurring costs within the county. Its an ad hoc committee of Michael Brown, a commissioner or two, some local business people and maybe an outside auditor who does this for a living and has done this every day for business and industry to really drill down what is causing some of your problems. “Is an overall reduction necessary? That’s the easy way out. So you reduce the 10 percent, 7 percent, 12 percent, but what are you going to do next year?” he asked. “The only way to get government under control is to really drill down and analyze what those costs are. “You can’t run a functioning government without people. You have to have staff people; you have to pay them, you have to provide them with some additional benefits or some of those people will leave,” continued Jacobs. “But, is government out of control? ... We think if you had the ad hoc committee this next year and reviewed some of those processes ... keep everything whole this year, in the next 12 months we will help you ... making government sustainable for years to come; if we don’t do that and just start hacking away at government, we will be affected some day ... that’s what we don’t want. We want to be the people everybody is looking at because Barry County did it right— we can do that working together.” Ferris asked commissioners to look at a handout he had distributed to the board and members of the audience. “The commission asked that if we were going to request a change in the budget ... they basically wanted to know where the additional money was going to come from,” said Ferris. “I am going to be very specific, and the only reason I feel qualified to do this is because I sat in your seat [on the county board] for a couple of years.” Ferris said he sat down with Brown two weeks ago and talked about three specific accounts: Building rehabilitation, data processing and vehicles for the county. Ferris said that in 2007, 2008, 2009, the average history of unspent revenue was $700,000, and in 2010 it is estimated to be $450,000; plus, the county’s delinquent tax fund has a balance of approximately $8.3 million. He said the Alliance was suggesting that $450,000 in projected unused revenue from those three departments, plus money from the delinquent tax fund, be used to cover the approximate $891,000 in proposed budget cuts for 2011, which would allow the ad hoc committee to look at ways to reduce reoccurring costs and make county government sustainable for years to come. When questioned by commissioners, Brown said, “Based on historical spending patterns, there would be fund balance there to get you through the next three years.” “The money is available today ... to spend $850,000,” said Ferris. Commissioner Don Nevins asked Brown how much money would have to be taken out of the delinquent tax fund to cover the budget cuts. Brown said $374,000 would be taken from that fund. Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick said government finance has always seemed to be “smoke and mirrors” and an ad hoc committee might add some transparency government. “That’s part of the process, getting all these things out in the open so we can evaluate what really needs to happen,” said Jacobs. Mark Noteboom, manager of the Hastings/Barry County Airport, appealed the county’s proposal to cut its appropriation to the airport by $49,871 for 2011. He said that the airport could withstand a 10 to 15 percent budget cut and maintain the services it currently offers. However, Mike Hammond from the Michigan Department of Transportation, said that because the airport has received state and federal funds for improvements, it needs to be funded at what he called a serviceable level for at least 20 years — or the life of the infrastructure the grant funded — to meet the contractual agreement of those grants and the county and the City of Hastings are obligated to fulfill to meet fund the airport at a serviceable level. Karen Scarbrough, director of the county equalization office, asked the board to amend the proposed 2011 budget, which called for a $55,360 reduction in the department’s funding and elimination of the property appraiser. Scarbrough said her office does approximately 650 field inspections each year. “Let me clarify what an appraisal is,” she said. “It is more than going out, inspecting a house and coming back ... we have to tie it into the market, get the market value of the building etc. ... there is a lot of analyzing and a lot of measuring of the markets to come up with what our equalized value is. “I don’t know how our office could operate losing a full staff member,” she said. “Plus we all have to be certified at a certain level according to the state tax commission. So, hiring somebody in at a lower level is not an option, and I don’t know what the option is. Plus, I don’t think you are aware that I will be retiring in June, so, you will be looking for a new director. “As far as budgeting ... I’m looking at reestablishing the allocation millage to recoup our Headlee rollback that we have experienced in the last 10 years,” said Scarbrough. “That would bring our millage rate up to the full authorized rate and it would also bring the townships up to their authorized rates, which could bring us about $790,000 if that happened. But, it would have to go on the ballot and be approved by the electorate.” Darla Burghdoff, county registrar of deeds, also said that her office would have difficulty adapting to the proposed budget cut, which would reduce her department’s operations by $48,264 by cutting the position of abstractor from full to part time and eliminating the property record clerk’s part-time position. The proposed county budget included the elimination of all funding for the county parks and recreation board. Warren Wheeler, chairman of the Barry County Parks and Recreation Board, said his organization had secured a $215,000 grant from the State of Michigan to develop the McKeown Bridge Park. He said the parks and recreation board does not need the $17,340 it has been receiving from the county, but it does need some continued funding. “We can’t lock a brand new restroom on a DNR-funded project,” he said. “We also need some operational expenses ... So, what we are really seeking for 2011 is $6,500; that will close out the McKeown Bridge project ... and, in the following years, we will need at least $1,500.” “We’re in the process of developing eight miles of county-owned trail,” Wheeler added. “We’re probably going to have to hustle to find some match money ... there is money available ... but these people have to have an incentive ... If they have a board with a zero budget, are they going to come to me? Are they going to be participating ... if there’s no support from the county? We do want to get the eight miles developed.” Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf asked the board to restore the county’s appropriation for the school liaison program for 2011. The elimination of the appropriation in the proposed budget is a reduction from the $58,671 budgeted for 2010 and $114,824 requested for 2011. Leaf said the liaison program has been in place since 1998 and has impacted an estimated 7,800 and their families. “We’re requesting that you fund the $117,421” he said. “The schools are more than willing to contribute. They have managed to find $30,000, but that’s five districts and the Barry Intermediate School District. They each found that $5,000 even though they have been cutting back ... that’s how important this program is to them.” Leaf said that one of the focuses of the program is reducing truancy, getting kids off the streets and back into schools. “With school-based referral contacts we’ve had almost 1,200 — property, criminal complaints, property damage, bullying [accounted for] over 700 of those ...” he said. Houtman asked why Leaf was requesting more in 2011 than he had received in 2010. Leaf replied it was because the schools had to reduce their funding for the program. “This is only temporary ... they want to keep the program going, but they can’t afford the full $15,000 right now. As soon as they can, they will contribute the full amount back,” he said. “So your appeal is not to staying with what you had before, but increase ...?” asked Houtman. “The schools are kicking in $30,000, so we’re asking for $117,000,” said Leaf. Leaf came back later and addressed the commissioners, detailing the duties of the sheriff’s department and said that his department would suffer if subjected to a 10 percent across-the-board budget cut. “A $420,000, or 10 percent reduction, would be devastating ... And we could not sustain that,” he said. “So, I would appreciate you guys moving forward with this committee and looking at cuts ...” After all the department heads had made their appeals, Nevins made a motion, which was seconded by VanNortwick, to cover the $891,000 needed to balance the budget, by taking $425,393 from the three areas suggest- “Our front desk is really the gateway to research and ... the clearinghouse for linkage to MSU’s services, the university’s services and the wealth of information there.” Ginger Hentz, MSU Extension Barry County “We did need that, initially, to come up with a match for the grant ...” he said. “The county’s obligation on that project is $121,000 — $33,000 from the board of commissioners, $50,000 from Thornapple Manor, and $20,000 from the parks and rec board. We are required to complete this project by contract ... what we are short is $5,000 from the parks and rec board. Our fund balance, right now, is about $20,000; $5,000 of that is allocated for the grant program, which has helped communities finish some projects ... Orangeville Township completed a playground with it, Prairieville Township completed a pavilion with it, Thornapple Kellogg school completed a playground, the Village of Middleville a skate park, and a new boat launch in the village of Nashville. We also have an application for $1,900 from the Village of Freeport to replace ball field fencing. So, if we take the $5,000 allocated for that program ... in reality we have only $15,000 to put toward anything ... we need another $5,000 in 2011; there’s no real way around that — that is by contract ... we also need to maintain the park.” Wheeler said that after 2011, parks and recreation would need a commitment of $1,000 per year to cover the cost of utilities at the McKeown Bridge Park and a small stipend to cover administrative costs such a paper and postage. ed by Ferris and the balance to be taken from the delinquent tax fund, not cut funding for any programs and establish the ad hoc committee as suggested by Jacobs. Houtman asked Brown how much money was needed in the tax fund to cover delinquent taxes. He also asked if using the funds to balance the budget would put the county in a position where it may have to borrow money to cover delinquent taxes. “It may put us to the point where we have to borrow money ...” said Brown. “It makes some sense to use it. We just have to be careful not to use more than what’s there.” Brown said he would be cautious about using the money because delinquencies are growing. Upon further discussion Nevins withdrew his motion after several commissioners said they wanted to discuss the issue further and gather more information before making a decision. The next regular meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14, in the Barry County Circuit Court room on the second floor of the courthouse. A special meeting of The committee-of-the-whole will be held at 10:30 a.m. in the circuit courtroom on the same date to discuss the appeals and proposed changes to the 2011 budget. Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them... The Hastings BANNER To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 �Page 10 — Thursday, September 9, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dennis H Visser and Jodi H Visser, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Paul A Getzin & Lynn M Getzin dba West Michigan Financial Services, Mortgagee, dated August 4, 2003, and recorded on August 25, 2003 in instrument 1111767, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Nationstar Mortgage LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ten Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Two And 99/100 Dollars ($110,852.99), including interest at 4.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West: Described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Said Section 34; Thence North 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West on the West line of said Section 1003.00 feet to the place of beginning; Thence continuing North 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West on said West line 210.00 feet; Thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East at right angles to said West line 208.00 feet; Thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West parallel with said West line 210.00 feet; Thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 208.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548714 File #332676F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David Killgore and Karen Killgore, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 1, 2007, and recorded on June 4, 2007 in instrument 1181301, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ten Thousand Seven Hundred Twelve And 52/100 Dollars ($110,712.52), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land located in the Northeast 1/4 of section 11, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the center line of old M-37 which lies South 00 degrees 06 minutes 20 seconds East 433.26 feet and South 50 degrees 33 minutes 20 seconds East 1056.01 feet from the North 1/4 post of said Section 11; thence South 39 degrees 26 minutes 40 seconds West 189.0 feet; thence North 50 degrees 33 minutes 20 seconds West 217.69 feet; thence North 32 degrees 19 minutes 08 seconds East 190.47 feet to the center of said highway; thence South 50 degrees 33 minutes 20 seconds East 241.32 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548890 File #261605F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David B. Rozelle and Shirley E. Rozelle, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 1, 2006, and recorded on December 14, 2006 in instrument 1173887, and rerecorded on January 18, 2007 in instrument 1175162, and modified by agreement recorded on June 5, 2009 in instrument 200906050005921, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventeen Thousand Six Hundred Sixty-Six And 86/100 Dollars ($117,666.86), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 30, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, described as: commencing 267 feet East of the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 36 for the place of beginning; thence East 162 feet; thence South 330 feet; thence West 162 feet; thence North 330 feet to the place of beginning. 2003 Fairmont, Serial Number MY04120926AB, Certificate Number 268S1870231A, 44 feet 8 inches by 26 feet 8 inches. Which by intention of the parties shall constitute a part of the realty and shall pass with it, and it is an improvement to the land and an immovable fixture and that it will be treated as real estate. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548966 File #241581F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert A. Churchill and Adrianne L. Churchill, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 23, 2003, and recorded on July 16, 2003 in instrument 1108704, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand One Hundred Forty-Four And 38/100 Dollars ($79,144.38), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 20, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, Woodland Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as beginning at a point on the South Section line North 88 degrees 08 minutes 15 seconds West 880.65 feet from the Southeast corner of Section 20; thence North 88 degrees 08 minutes 15 seconds West 220.00 feet along the South Section line; thence North 02 degrees 34 minutes 57 seconds East 231.00 feet, thence South 88 degrees 08 minutes 15 seconds East 220.00 feet, thence South 02 degrees 34 minutes 57 seconds West 231.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548880 File #334040F01 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Thomas R. Goggins and Amy L. Goggins, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS) as nominee for lender, Mortgagee, dated the 15th day of February, 2007 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 22nd day of February, 2007 in Liber Instrument 1176693 of Barry County Records, page 1-19, said Mortgage having been assigned to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2007 Equifirst Loan Securitization Trust 2007-1 Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2007-1 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Two Hundred Twenty Five Thousand One Hundred Twenty One & 92/100 ($225,121.92), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 16th day of September, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 8.00% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 45, Boulder Creek Estates according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 23, Barry County Records. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 8/19/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2007 Equifirst Loan Securitization Trust 2007-1 Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2007-1 Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2007 Equifirst Loan Securitization Trust 2007-1 Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2007-1 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77548727 HE Goggins Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Christopher M. Hawthorne, A Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank of Indiana, Mortgagee, dated April 21, 2006, and recorded on May 10, 2006 in instrument 1164441, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Residential Credit Solutions, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventeen Thousand Six Hundred SixtyFive And 85/100 Dollars ($117,665.85), including interest at 7.51% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 25, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, Described as: commencing at the Southwest corner of Section 25; thence South 89 degrees 09 minutes 04 seconds East 1053.18 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road and the South line of said Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence Northeasterly 241.29 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road and a 200 Foot radius curve to the Left the long chord of which bears North 56 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds East 226.92 Feet; thence North 21 degrees 43 minutes 24 seconds East 54.80 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road; thence Northeasterly 286.61 Feet along the center line of Quimby Road and a 250 Foot radius curve to the Right the long chord of which bears North 54 degrees 33 minutes 58 seconds East 271.17 Feet; thence Easterly 397.91 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road and a 1000 Foot radius curve to the right the long chord which bears South 81 degrees 11 minutes 30 seconds East 395.29 Feet; thence Easterly 271.50 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road and a 280 Foot radius curve to the Left the chord of which bears North 82 degrees 25 minutes 47 seconds East 260.99 Feet; thence Northeasterly 35.31 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road and a 1090 Foot radius curve to the left the long chord of which bears North 53 degrees 43 minutes 24 seconds East 35.31 Feet; thence South 50 degrees 34 minutes 57 seconds East 553.69 Feet; thence North 89 degrees 09 minutes 04 seconds West 1535.71 Feet along the South line of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 25 to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549470 File #305293F01 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE THIS LAW FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Elbert M. Glass and Cherilynn Glass of Charles City, Virginia, Mortgagors, unto Consumers Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated the 19th day of September, 2002, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deed for the County of Kalamazoo and State of Michigan on the 21st day of October, 2002, in Liber 1089844 of Barry County Records, on Pages 1-19, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, at the date of this notice, for principal and interest, the sum of $98,291.58. And no suit or proceeding at law or in equity have been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. local time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder or bidders, for cash at the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held, of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 6.250% per annum and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises, which said premises are situated in the County of Barry, and described as follows: THE WEST 1/2 OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIPTION: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DISTANT 404 FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 30 MINUTES WEST 605 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 30 MINUTES EAST 605 FEET TO PLACE OF BEGINNING. AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Scott R. Wolcott and Heather R. Wolcott, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store, Mortgagee, dated the 23rd day of December, 1998 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 11th day of January, 1999 in Liber Document No. 1023541 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to Wachovia Equity Servicing, LLC Successor by merger to HomEq Servicing Corporation (successor by merger to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store) on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Sixty Eight Thousand Three Hundred Fifty Nine & 59/100 ($68309.59), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 16th day of September, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 11.850% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: A parcel of Land located in the North 1/2 of Section 29, T3N, R8W, described as follows: Beginning at a point which lies South 258.08 feet and West 22.08 feet from the North 1/4 post of said section 29; thence South 2 degrees 47' 30" West 134.67 feet; thence North 87 degrees 12' 30" West 138 feet; thence North 4 degrees 39' 30" East 128.75 feet; thence South 89 degrees 45' 30" East 134 feet to the point of beginning, Barry County Records. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 8/19/2010 Wachovia Equity Servicing, LLC Successor by merger to HomEq Servicing Corporation (successor by merger to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store) Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Wachovia Equity Servicing, LLC Successor by merger to HomEq Servicing Corporation (successor by merger to TMS Mortgage Inc., DBA The Money Store) 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77548697 HE Wolcott TOGETHER WITH PERPETUAL EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS BY OTHERS OVER THE NORTH 15.00 FEET OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL; THE EAST 1/2 OF THE FOLLOWING: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST; DISTANT NORTH 404 FEET NORTH TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 30’ 605 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 30’ EAST 605 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. Tax Parcel No. 08-03-013-002-50 The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 9, 2010 Gordon C. Miller (P28470) Attorney for Mortgagee DRAFTED BY: Tyren R. Cudney Lennon, Miller, O’Connor & Bartosiewicz, PLC. 900 Comerica Building Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77548527 (269) 381-8844 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven C. Hay and Lisa D. Hay, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 20, 2007, and recorded on February 27, 2007 in instrument 1176871, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S. Bank, National Association, as successor trustee to Bank of America, N. A. as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank N. A., as Trustee for Merrill Lynch First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust, Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-2 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Seven And 27/100 Dollars ($102,197.27), including interest at 7.35% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Northeast corner of section 2, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan for place of beginning; thence West along the North section line approximately 19 rods to a point which lies 61 rods East of the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section; thence South 51 rods; thence East approximately 19 rods to the East line of the Northeast 1/4 of said section 2; thence North 51 rods to the place of beginning. Except that portion of land sole to the State Highway Commissioner of the State of Michigan as revealed by Liber 251 page 527, also Except that portion of land sold to the State Highway Commissioner of the State of Michigan as revealed by Liber 252 Page 255. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548661 File #333708F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kathy Roseboom, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 2, 2007, and recorded on February 21, 2007 in instrument 1176657, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Nine Hundred Forty And 67/100 Dollars ($233,940.67), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 194 feet South and 377 feet West of the Northeast corner of Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West; thence South 33 degrees 12 minutes West, 214 feet to the shore of Fine Lake; thence North 50 degrees 25 minutes West along the shore of said lake, 82 feet; thence North 31 degrees 24 minutes East, 148.55 feet; thence due East 103 feet to the place of beginning together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 50 feet in width North and South by 527 feet East and West, the Northerly line of said easement lying 144 feet South of the Northeast corner of said section. Also Commencing at a point 194 feet South and 480 feet West of the Northeast corner of said Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, thence South 31 degrees 24 minutes West, 148.55 feet to the shore of Fine Lake, thence North 50 degrees 25 minutes West, along the shore of said lake 68 feet; thence North 44 degrees 45 minutes East, 117.58 feet; thence due East, 47 feet to the place of beginning together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 50 feet in width North and South by 527 feet East and West, the Northerly line of said easement lying 144 feet South of the Northeast corner of said section. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548872 File #220890F04 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 9, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Ted A. Zylstra, an unmarried man, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registrations Systems, Inc. (MERS) as nominee for lender, Mortgagee, dated the 4th day of June, 2008 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 10th day of June, 2008 in Liber 20080610-0006069 of Barry County Records, page , said Mortgage having been assigned to BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Four Hundred Sixty Six and 63/100 ($115466.63), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 16th day of September, 2010 at 10:00 o’clock AM Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 4.62500% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Yankee Springs Township, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: LOT 97 AND THE EAST 1/2 OF LOT 98, PARKER’S LAKEWOOD PLAT NO. 1, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN LIBER 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 82, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 8/19/2010 BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 BOA FNMA Zylstra 77548707 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul Zoet and Andrea Zoet, as husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated February 18, 2003, and recorded on March 14, 2003 in instrument 1099450, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twelve Thousand Eighty-Three And 46/100 Dollars ($112,083.46), including interest at 5.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of Section 12; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 1315.43 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 331.50 feet along the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 571.00 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 360.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 234.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 360.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds West 234.00 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to and together with a 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress, and utility purposes, the centerline of which is described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of Section 12, Town 4 North, Range 10 West; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 1315.43 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 364.50 feet along the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12, to the point of beginning and centerline of said 66 foot wide easement; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 66.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 168.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 555.00 feet, to the end of said 66 foot wide easement; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds West 17.00 feet to the reference point A. Also, subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utilities over a 50.00 foot radius turnaround, the radius point of which is the aforesaid reference point A. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548842 File #295566F03 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on May 22, 2006, by Mary R. Pennock, a single woman, and Neal P. Rider, a single man, as joint tenants with full rights of survivorship, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (now known as Commercial Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, successor-in-interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB), whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 30, 2006, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1165272, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Sixty-Five Thousand One Hundred Forty-Eight and 17/100 ($65,148.17); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Lot 1 and the East 6 feet of Lot 2, Block 6, Chamberlain's Addition to the Village (now City) of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 7, Barry County Records. Commonly known as: 206 W. Nelson Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058-2566 Tax parcel number: 08-55-215-023-00. The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: August 11, 2010 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK, SUCCESSOR-IN- Benjamin J. Price INTERST TO MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, Attorneys for Mortgagee FSB, of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 77548736 (517) 371-8253 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Christopher P. Horning and Stephanie Joerin, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 13, 2006 and recorded September 19, 2006 in Instrument Number 1170237, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. c/o Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand Four Hundred Seventy and 91/100 Dollars ($275,470.91) including interest at 3.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 23, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the East half, Southeast quarter, Section 21, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: Beginning at the Southeast comer of said section: Thence South 89 degrees 33 minutes 15 seconds West 776.19 feet along the South line of said Southeast quarter: Thence North 00 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds East 452.13 feet: Thence North 05 degrees 51 minutes 32 seconds East 29.90 feet: Thence South 77 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds East 781.29 feet: Thence South 00 degrees 07 minutes 37 seconds East 300.00 feet along the East line of Southeast quarter to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress and egress and utility purposes as described in the "easement description". An easement for ingress, egress, utility purposes and storm water drainage over a 66 foot wide strip of land, the centerline of which is described as : That part of the East half, Southeast quarter Section 21, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said section: Thence South 89 degrees 33 minutes 15 seconds West 1323.97 feet along the South line of said Southeast quarter: Thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 49 seconds West 1318.33 feet along the West line of said East half Southeast quarter: Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 43 seconds East 261.00 feet along the North line of the South half of said Southeast quarter to the place of beginning of the centerline of said 66 foot wide easement: Thence South 00 degrees 26 minutes 17 seconds East 85.00 feet; Thence Southeasterly 43.42 feet along a 33.00 foot radius curve to the left, have a delta angle of 75 degrees 23 minutes 35 seconds, and a chord which bears South 38 degrees 08 minutes 05 seconds East 40.36 feet: Thence South 75 degrees 49 minutes 52 seconds East 287.55 feet: Thence Southeasterly 106.93 feet along a 75.00 foot radius curve to the right having a delta angle of 81 degrees 41 minutes 24 seconds and a chord which bears South 34 degrees 59 minutes 10 seconds East 98.10 feet, Thence South 05 degrees 51 minutes 32 seconds West 599.80 feet to the place of ending of said 66 foot wide easement, also over a 60 foot radius circle, the radius point of which is the above described place of ending. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 26, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 379.0171 ASAP# 3704776 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 09/16/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William A. Pelkey and Diane M. Pelkey, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., Mortgagee, dated October 6, 2004, and recorded on October 7, 2004 in instrument 1135150, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Eight Thousand Five Hundred FortyThree And 44/100 Dollars ($88,543.44), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, distant North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 410.00 feet from the Southeast corner of Section 20; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 16 seconds West 660.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 240.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 16 seconds East 330.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 90.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 16 seconds East 330.00 feet to the East line of Section 20; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 330.00 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549461 File #336133F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert J. Stickney and Lisa A. Stickney, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 17, 2006 and recorded February 6, 2006 in Instrument Number 1159804, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eleven Thousand Three Hundred SixtySix and 10/100 Dollars ($211,366.10) including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 23, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southwest quarter of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West quarter corner of said section; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds West 845.00 feet along the West line of said section the Point of Beginning; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds East 254.98 feet parallel with the North line of said section; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds West 226.41 feet parallel with the West line of said section; thence North 89 degrees 36 minutes 22 seconds West 254.98 feet parallel with the South line of the Northwest quarter of the Southwest quarter of said section; thence North 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds East 225.93 feet along the West line of said section to the point of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress utilities and drainage as described Schedule "X". Schedule "X": an easement for ingress, egress, utilities and drainage over that part of the Southwest quarter of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: commencing at the West quarter corner of said section; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds West 825.00 feet along the West line of said section; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds East 33.00 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds East 566.38 feet; thence Northeasterly 57.66 feet along a 59.00 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 55 degrees 59 minutes 27 seconds, and a chord bearing North 62 degrees 17 minutes 31 seconds East, 55.39 feet; thence Northwesterly, Southeasterly and Southwesterly 243.23 feet along 59.000 foot radius curve to the right, and said curve having a central angle of 236 degrees 12 minutes 28 seconds and a chord bearing South 27 degrees 35 minutes 58 seconds East 104.09 feet; thence North 89 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds West 663.93 feet; thence North 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds East 66.00 feet along the Easterly rightof-way line of Bender Road (66 feet wide) to the Point of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 26, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5972 ASAP# 3704757 08/26/2010, 77548912 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 09/16/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Dwayne R Taggart and Taggart M. Tonya, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6895 Barryville Rd, Nashville, MI 49073-8522. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 3, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 3, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549493 File # 340627F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on April 25, 2005, by Ronald D. Knutson and Linda Dudda-Knutson (a/k/a Linda D. Knutson), husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (now known as Commercial Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, successor-in-interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB), whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on April 27, 2005, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1145540, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Twenty-Six Thousand Sixty-Six and 01/100 ($26,066.01); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HOPE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at the North 1/8 post of the Southeast fractional › of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, thence South 550 feet, thence East 306.01 feet, thence North 65 degrees 12 minutes East, 511.80 feet for a point of beginning, thence North 80 degrees 55 minutes East 63.08 feet; thence South 68 degrees 57 minutes East 200.65 feet, thence South 51 degrees 59 minutes West 136.23 feet, thence North 44 degrees 09 minutes West 204 feet to the place of beginning; ALSO the Southwesterly š of the following described parcel: Beginning at a point which lies 550 feet due South 824.39 feet due East and 247.93 feet North 51 degrees 59 minutes East from the Northwest corner of the Northeast › of the Southeast › of said Section 34, thence North 64 degrees 24 minutes West 200.65 feet, thence North 46 degrees 36 minutes East 31.06 feet; thence South 64 degrees 24 minutes East 209.37 feet, thence South 51 degrees 59 minutes West 34.97 feet to the point of beginning; And Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Northeast › of the Southeast › of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan, and running thence South 550 feet along the East 1/8 line of said section, also being the West line of a 30 foot easement; thence East 306.01 feet along the South line of said 30 foot easement; thence North 65 degrees 12 minutes East, 511.63 feet along the Southeasterly line of said 30 foot easement the true place of beginning of this description; thence South 44 degrees 09 minutes East 204 feet; thence South 51 degrees 59 minutes West 161.69 feet; thence North 29 degrees 01 minutes West 230.07 feet; thence North 65 degrees 12 minutes East 106.73 feet to the place of beginning, TOGETHER with rights if ingress and egress to Harrington Road over the above described easement and rights of ingress and egress over easement 30 feet in width adjoining the Southeasterly and Southwesterly sides of the above described parcel. Commonly known as: 3188 Perch Point Dr., Delton, Michigan 49046 Tax parcel number: 08-07-034-017-00. The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: August 11, 2010 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK, SUCCESSOR-IN- Benjamin J. Price INTERST TO MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, Attorneys for MortgageeFSB, of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 77548746 (517) 371-8253 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 2010-25-629-DE Estate of MARGARET C REID. Date of birth: 03/04/1926. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, MARGARET C. REID, who lived at 910 Reed St., Nashville, Michigan 49073 died 05/31/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to VERNON REID, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court St. #302, Hastings, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 9/1/10 JUDITH C. SINGLETON P65134 106 High St., P.O. Box 205 Middleville, MI 49333 (269) 795-9422 VERNON REID 9841 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 77549495 (517) 726-1422 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Leonard E Graff, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 27, 2004, and recorded on September 3, 2004 in instrument 1133481, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Eight Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-One And 31/100 Dollars ($148,791.31), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 181.50 feet along the South line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 1137.73 feet along said South line; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 192.00 feet along the East line of the West 1/2 of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 100.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 600.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 98.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 6.00 feet; thence North 72 degrees 35 minutes 41 seconds East 92.11 feet along the centerline of Guernsey Lake Road; thence Northwesterly 165.64 feet along said centerline along a 135.00 foot radius curve to the left; the chord of which bears North 37 degrees 26 minutes 38 seconds East 155.45 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds East 213.90 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 300.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds East 441.70 feet; thence South 00 degrees 41 minutes 18 seconds East 622.01 feet along the West line of the East 676.5 feet of said Southeast 1/4; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds East 495.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 41 minutes 18 seconds East 627.00 feet to the place of beginning. Parcel is subject to easements, restrictions and right of ways of record. Parcel 2: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 1319.23 feet along the South line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 192.00 feet along the East line of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 100.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 600.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 98.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 6.0 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 214.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds East 198.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds East 63.00 feet along the East line of the West 1/2 of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 13.90 feet; thence Southwesterly 165.64 feet along the centerline of Guernsey Lake Road along a 135.00 foot radius curve to the right, the chord of which bears South 37 degrees 26 minutes 38 seconds West 155.45 feet; thence South 72 degrees 35 minutes 41 seconds West 92.11 feet along said centerline to the place of beginning. Parcel is subject to easements, restrictions and right of ways of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548938 File #254157F02 �Page 12 — Thursday, September 9, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Ginger Sprague and Frances and James Johnson (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 520 E Colfax, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of September 3, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after September 3, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. September 3, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77549505 Hastings, MI 49058 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Tony and Roberta Calhoun (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 10381 Brickyard Rd, Delton, MI 49046. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of September 3, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after September 3, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. September 3, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77549501 Hastings, MI 49058 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Matthew Bourdo and Lucy Bourdo 11503 9 Mile Road Plainwell, MI 49080 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/ counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800-968-0738. Dated: September 8, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 617.6514 ASAP# 3720318 09/09/2010 77549467 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Keith Nelson, a single person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 8, 2005, and recorded on February 23, 2005 in instrument 1141762, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S Bank National Association, as Trustee of Harborview 2005-13 Trust Fund as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Nine And 46/100 Dollars ($251,259.46), including interest at 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3, Ridgeview, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Liber 6, Page 32. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548933 File #204424F04 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David E. Holes, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 1, 2004 and recorded May 5, 2004 in Instrument Number 1126979, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by GMAC Mortgage, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-Three and 96/100 Dollars ($103,773.96) including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 35, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, distant West 305.04 feet from the Northeast corner of Section 35; thence South 00 degrees 03 minutes 05 seconds West 714.00 feet; thence West 354.96 feet; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 05 seconds East 97.00 feet; thence West 387.70 feet; thence North 15 degrees 35 minutes 43 seconds East 640.58 feet to the North line of Section 35; thence East 571.00 feet to the Place of Beginning. Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 19, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 618.5620 ASAP# 3696217 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010, 77548692 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicole Starkweather, a Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated December 18, 2008, and recorded on January 12, 2009 in instrument 20090112-0000259, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Six Hundred Seventy-One And 65/100 Dollars ($106,671.65), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 7, Block 10, Kenfield's 2nd Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 37. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549455 File #336542F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Gary Groff and Cynthia Groff, husband and wife, of 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, and Bond Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Michigan, whose address is 2007 Eastern, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49507, dated February 19, 2009, and recorded on February 26, 2009 in Instrument No. 20090226-0001751 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, which mortgage has been assigned to Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 25, 2009 and recorded on July 2, 2009 with the Barry County Register of Deeds in Instrument No. 200907020006870, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of Fifty Five Thousand Six Hundred Nineteen Dollars and Ninety Six Cents ($55,619.96), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 16.85% and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the said debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on September 30, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., the undersigned will sell at the East door of the County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon said Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in said mortgage located in the Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan and which are described as follows: The East 50 feet of Lot 1 and the Westerly 25 feet of Lot 2 of Vogt’s Addition to Jordon Lake, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 102, Barry County Records. PP: # 15-105-001-00 which is commonly known as 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849. The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 DATED: August 17, 2010 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa, N.W. Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77548828 (616) 458-1315 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by Vince Meaney and Karen Meaney, husband and wife, of 4524 Coral lake Drive, Bradenton, FL 34210, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated December 9, 2005 recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on December 14, 2005, instrument number 1157653, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of September 2, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Eighty One and 76/100ths Dollars ($103,081.76), together with interest at 6.375% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, September 30, 2010 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to Circuit Court Courthouse at 220 W. State St, Hastings, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 3632 Bender Road, Middleville, MI 49333 PP# 08-14-027-006-00 Commencing at the center Highway, 587 feet North of the Southwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence East 235 feet; thence North 132 feet; thence West 235 feet; thence South 132 feet to the place of beginning. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: August 30, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77549387 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Claudia G Lenartz fka Caludia G White, a married woman, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated May 7, 2003, and recorded on July 3, 2003 in instrument 1107832, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chemical Bank f/k/a Chemical Bank West as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy And 86/100 Dollars ($127,870.86), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Southeat 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of section 35, Town 3 north, Range 9 West, Rutland township, Barry county, Michigan, Except the North 800 feet of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 35, Town 3 North, Range 9 West Rutland township, Barry county, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 35, Town 3 North, Range 9 West Thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 37 seconds West, 1307.57 feet along the North-South 1/4 line of said Section 35 to the place of beginning, thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 37 seconds West 800.01 feet along said North-South 1/4 line; thence south 89 degrees 46 minutes 38 seconds West, 1325.41 feet, thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 45 seconds East 800.02 feet along the West line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, thence north 89 degrees 46 mintues 38 seconds East, 1324.45 feet along the North line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548917 File #258525F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jason A. Devore, a single man and Amber L. Stevens, a single woman, to PNC Mortgage, fka National City, a division of PNC Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 6, 2006 and recorded September 12, 2006 in Instrument Number 1169864, and Affidavit of Re-Recording on 12/28/2006 in Instrument Number 1174419, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Three Hundred and 65/100 Dollars ($121,300.65) including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 23, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 63, Misty Ridge Number 3, part of the Northeast quarter and Northwest quarter, Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 53 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 26, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 401.0680 ASAP# 3704791 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 09/16/2010 77548907 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tyla J. McCoy and Johnny R. McCoy, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Flagstar Bank, FSB, Mortgagee, dated June 27, 2001, and recorded on July 6, 2001 in instrument 1062585, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, a New Jersey Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Three Thousand Four Hundred Ninety And 39/100 Dollars ($93,490.39), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 2/3 of Lot 109 of the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548897 File #002447F03 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dawn Seelye, a married woman and Paul D. Seelye, her husband, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 13, 2007 and recorded April 25, 2007 in Instrument Number 1179733, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-One and 64/100 Dollars ($108,791.64) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land lying in the Southwest quarter of Section 15, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West quarter corner of said Section; thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes West 658.04 feet along the West line of said Section to the Place of Beginning of this description; thence continuing South 0 degrees 00 minutes West 220.0 feet along said West line; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 31 seconds East 987.38 feet along the North line of the South 440 feet of the Northwest quarter of said Southwest quarter; thence North 0 degrees 06 minutes 25 seconds East 220.0 feet along the East line of the West 3/4 of the Northwest quarter of said Southwest quarter; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 31 seconds West 987.79 feet along the North line of the South 660 feet of the Northwest quarter of said Southwest quarter to the Place of Beginning. Subject to a right of way for Engle Road over the West 33 feet thereof. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 19, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5796 ASAP# 3696198 08/19/2010, 08/26/2010, 77548687 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Daniel Leo Young and Colleen Young, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 921 E Clinton St, Hastings, MI 49058-2417. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 3, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 3, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549487 File # 266644F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jestin McWhinney and Stephanie A. McWhinney, fka Stephanie A. Hubbell, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 10, 2005, and recorded on August 19, 2005 in instrument 1151381, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank National Association, as Trustee for SASCO 2005-WF4 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Eight Hundred FiftyFive And 19/100 Dollars ($116,855.19), including interest at 6.49% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 7 Meadow Acres, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549449 File #329081F02 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jessica L. Lewis, a single person of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to PNC Mortgage, a division of PNC Bank, successor by merger to National City Mortgage, a division of National City Bank dated the 29th day of April, A.D. 2008, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 2nd day of May, A.D. 2008, in Instrument #20080502-0004765 of Barry Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $152,844.09 (one hundred fifty-two thousand eight hundred forty-four and 09/100) plus accrued interest at 5.500% (five point five zero zero) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 23rd day of September, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Village of Middleville, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry and State of Michigan: Lot 59, ROLLING ESTATES NO. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Instrument #1155529, Barry County Records. Commonly known as: 561 Oak Meadow Drive PPN: 41-135-059-00 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 77548943 WWR# 10040091 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 9, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Michael J. Thompson, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 219 W Clinton St, Hastings, MI 49058-2219. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 3, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 3, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549482 File # 312831F02 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Christine L. Padgett and Scott Deling, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 877 SOUTH PAYNE LAKE ROAD, WAYLAND, MI 49348 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-539-7400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Christine L. Padgett and Scott Deling also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738 (Tel). Pub Date: September 9, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77549485 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Erin Merritt, John F. Merritt and Jane Merritt, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 520 S Washington St, Hastings, MI 49058-2148. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 3, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 3, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549440 File # 340480F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Scott Foy and Elesha Wiese, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 9980 Guy Rd, Nashville, MI 49073-9531. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 3, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 3, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549479 File # 339608F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Timothy E Huver, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 510 E State St, Hastings, MI 49058-1959. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 7, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 7, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549497 File # 323917F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Larry D. Dockter and Melissa P. Dockter, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 26, 2005, and recorded on May 31, 2005 in instrument 1147391, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Four Hundred Five And 59/100 Dollars ($94,405.59), including interest at 8.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 1/2 of Lots 16 and 17 of O.A. Phillips Addition, to the Village of Nashville, according to the Recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548671 File #333240F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darren P. McKinstry and Brook L. McKinstry Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage Services Co, Mortgagee, dated March 8, 2002, and recorded on March 14, 2002 in instrument 1076562, and assigned by said Mortgagee to National City Mortgage Co. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Two Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty-Four And 05/100 Dollars ($62,834.05), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 6 and 7, Block E, Pleasant Shores, according to the Recorded Plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 59. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548885 File #334760F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Craig Hardy, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 29, 2006, and recorded on January 12, 2007 in instrument 1174924, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Three Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Two And 26/100 Dollars ($83,862.26), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 50 feet of Lot 1, Block 7, of Bennett and Kenfields Addition to the City, Formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 3, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548702 File #317893F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kenneth Hummel and Penny Hummel, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 5, 2006, and recorded on June 1, 2006 in instrument 1165415, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Six Thousand Six Hundred Thirty And 21/100 Dollars ($156,630.21), including interest at 7.84% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot No. 26, Meadow Arces No. 2, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats Page 93, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549509 File #330280F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Randy R. Peake aka Randall R. Peake, A single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 20, 2002, and recorded on January 2, 2003 in instrument 1094688, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Five Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Three And 24/100 Dollars ($75,643.24), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Except the South 280 feet thereof, together with an easement for ingress and egress over and across the West 66 feet of said South 280 feet. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548666 File #319471F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Caleb Mason, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2006, and recorded on October 31, 2006 in instrument 1172117, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Five Hundred Twenty-One And 83/100 Dollars ($142,521.83), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 330 feet East of the Southwest corner of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence East 148.5 feet; thence North 297 feet; thence West 148.50 feet; thence South 297 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549443 File #322085F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy L Grove and Jessica J Grove, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 18, 2007, and recorded on January 22, 2007 in instrument 1175444, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Weststar Mortgage Corp as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Eight Hundred Five And 39/100 Dollars ($90,805.39), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 30, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the North 60 acres of the South 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 22, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Thence East 260 feet; Thence North 352 feet; Thence West 251 feet to Highway M-66; Thence South along the East side of Highway M-66, 348 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549346 File #334372F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stanley G Norris Sr a married man and Karen S Norris his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 3, 2005, and recorded on November 14, 2005 in instrument 1156176, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Eleven Thousand Eight Hundred And 26/100 Dollars ($311,800.26), including interest at 8.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 30, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan. Also the South 450.8 feet of the East 348.08 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549351 File #297366F02 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by KIM WALTON, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 17, 2007, and recorded on October 3, 2007, in Document No. 20071003-0002688, and assigned by said mortgagee to FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety Thousand Fifty-Four Dollars and Fifty Cents ($190,054.50), including interest at 8.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o'clock, on October 7, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THAT PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 13, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, HASTINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 1320.00 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 16 MINUTES 51 SECONDS WEST 927.00 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 475.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 16 MINUTES 51 SECONDS EAST 927.00 FEET TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1 / 4; THENCE SOUTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 475.00 FEET ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 1, 2010 FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 ASAP# 3724915 09/09/2010, 09/16/2010, 09/23/2010, 77549518 09/30/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by John E. Conkell, a married man and Donna L. Conkell, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 9, 2006 and recorded March 6, 2006 in Instrument Number 1160960, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Ninety and 23/100 Dollars ($242,390.23) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 30, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest quarter of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as: Beginning at the intersection of the centerline of Jones Road and the North line of the South half of the Southwest quarter of said Section 16, thence South 14 degrees 23 minutes West 392 feet, thence South 10 degrees 56 minutes West 200 feet, thence South 79 degrees 10 minutes West 459 feet, thence North 02 degrees 32 minutes East to the North line of the South half of the Southwest quarter of said Section 16. thence East to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 2, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.6068 ASAP# 3714086 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 77549372 09/16/2010, 09/23/2010 �Page 14 — Thursday, September 9, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Trust In the Matter Gretchen J. Pixley Trust under Agreement dated October 27, 2006. Date of birth: October 5, 1917. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Gretchen J. Pixley, Trustee, who lived at 726 Reed St., Nashville, Michigan died December 30, 2009, leaving the above Trust entitled “Gretchen J. Pixley” in full force and effect. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the decedent or against the Trust will be forever barred unless presented to Candice Mapes, 9600 Butler Rd., Nashville, Michigan 49073 within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: September 9, 2010 Candice Mapes 9600 Butler Rd. 77549499 Nashville, MI 49073 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Lawrence Howlett III and Cheryl A. Howlett 617 South Dibble Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: September 9, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 310.9164 77549412 ASAP# 3719366 09/09/2010 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Lawrence and Madeline Knobloch (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 12225 S M-43 Hwy, Delton, MI 49046. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of September 7, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after September 7, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. September 7, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77549523 Hastings, MI 49058 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Steven Frenthway (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 233 N. M-37 Hwy, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of September 3, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after September 3, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. September 3, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77549503 Hastings, MI 49058 NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS OF BARRY COUNTY Notice is hereby given that the Barry County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing for the following: Case Number SP-3-2010 Kenneth Feighner (owner); Aden Yoder Jr. (applicant). Location: 6620 M-79 Hwy., in Section 32 of Castleton Township. Purpose: Requesting a special use permit for a major home occupation to construct and sell furniture, in the A zoning district. MEETING DATE: September 27, 2010. TIME: 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Community Room, Courts & Law Building at 206 West Court St., Hastings, MI. Site inspection of the above described properties will be completed by the Planning Commission members before the day of the hearing. Interested persons desiring to present their views upon an appeal either verbally or in writing will be given the opportunity to be heard at the above mentioned time and place. Any written response may be mailed to the address listed below or faxed to (269) 948-4820. The special use application(s) is/are available for public inspection at the Barry County Planning Office, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 during the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed between 12-1 p.m.), Monday thru Friday. Please call the Planning Office at (269) 945-1290 for further information. The County of Barry will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon ten (10) days notice to the County of Barry. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the County of Barry by writing or calling the following: Michael Brown, County Administrator, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058, (269) 945-1284. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Roland Wilcox and Kerry Wilcox, husband and wife, to Mercantile National Bank of Indiana, Mortgagee, dated January 10, 2003 and recorded January 21, 2003 in Instrument Number 1095945, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage Inc., fka CitiFinancial Mortgage Company, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-One and 63/100 Dollars ($133,761.63) including interest at 6.98% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 30, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 5 of Malcolm's Acres Subdivision, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, on Page 8. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 2, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 671.0094 ASAP# 3714130 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 77549382 09/16/2010, 09/23/2010 Driver ejected in two-car collision This Chevy Traverse collided with a van that failed to stop at the intersection of North Broadway and Carlton Center Road north of Hastings. 77549516 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Daniel and Taren Bischoff (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 1739 Water Lily Lane, Wayland, MI 49348. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of September 3, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after September 3, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. September 3, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77549507 Hastings, MI 49058 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles Harvath aka Charles Harvath III and Roberta Harvath husband and wife, joint tenancy with full rights of survivorship, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 27, 2007, and recorded on March 29, 2007 in instrument 1178063, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Nationstar Mortgage LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Thirty-Four And 97/100 Dollars ($100,034.97), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 8 of Block 31 of the Eastern Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 19, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548678 File #327155F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Wysko, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 26, 2007 and recorded June 27, 2007 in Instrument Number 1182307, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Nine and 84/100 Dollars ($98,949.84) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 30, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West half of Lots 205 and 206 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof in Liber A, Page 1. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 2, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.6140 ASAP# 3714110 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 77549377 09/16/2010, 09/23/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Brian Holthof and Holly Holthof, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11288 Schreiner Rd, Bellevue, MI 49021-8301. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 3, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 3, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549476 File # 183255F02 This van was broadsided after the driver failed to stop at the intersection of Carlton Center Road and North Broadway Thursday. The Michigan State Police Hastings Post is investigating a traffic accident that occurred Thursday, Sept. 2. A van, traveling west on Carlton Center Road, failed to stop at the intersection with North Broadway and was broadsided by an SUV heading north on Broadway. Both vehicles were forced off the west side of the road and into a field. The driver of the van, Brandon Jacobsen, was ejected from his vehicle. He was not wearing a seat belt. He was transported to Pennock Hospital with serious non-life threatening injuries and was then transferred to Spectrum-Butterworth in Grand Rapids. The SUV’s driver, Amanda Hoeksma, and three passengers, one adult and two children, were transported to Pennock Hospital with nonlife threatening injuries. They were all wearing safety belts or child safety restraints. One passenger was admitted for further treatment; the other three were treated and released. Police said alcohol did not appear to be a factor in the accident. Michigan State Troopers were assisted at the scene by BIRCH Fire Department, Freeport Fire Department, Lansing Mercy Ambulance, and the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. The proposed budget of the Barry Conservation District for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2010 will be presented to the District Board for final approval at the regular monthly meeting on Friday, September 17, 2010 at 7:30 a.m. at the Village View Room of Pennock Hospital, Hastings. The Public is invited to comment on the proposed budget at this time. Copies of the proposed budget are available at the District office located at 1611 S. Hanover, Suite 105, Hastings (Secretary of State Building). 77549489 Tuesday Night Mixed Barry County Red Cross 4-0; J-Bar Antique Tractors 4-0; Boyce Milk Haulers 3-1; Hastings City Bank 1-3; Hurless Machine Shop 0-4. Men’s High Games - G. Heard 213; K. Beebe 200; G. Hause 177; B. Bryan 169; C. Steeby 168; D. Kiersey 167. Men’s High Series - G. Heard 594; K. Beebe 516; G. Hause 506; B. Bryan 454; C. Steeby 451; D. Kiersey 456. Women’s High Games - S. Beebe 173; B. Smith 161; B. Wilkins 160; D. Service 159; M. Wilcox 124; R. Gross 121. Women’s High Series - S. Beebe 503; B. Smith 459; B. Wilkins 446; D. Service 403; B. Norris 327; R. Gross 331. LEGAL NOTICE BARRY COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSIONER NOTICE OF HEARING FOR REVIEW OF APPORTIONMENTS In the matter of the: BARRY/EATON INTERCOUNTY DRAIN located in Castleton and Woodland Townships CARLTON/IRVING DRAIN located in Carlton and Hastings Charter Townships CLARY/WHITNEY DRAIN located in Hastings Charter Township NOTICE IF HEREBY GIVEN THAT a Day of Review of Apportionments for construction and/or maintenance on the above referenced drain will be held as follows: LOCATION: Barry County Drain Commission 220 W. State Street Barry County Courthouse - 3rd Floor Hastings Michigan (269) 945-1385 DATE: TIME: Public Notice BOWLING SCORES Tuesday, September 21, 2010 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You are being notified of this review because, according to records in this office, you own property in the drainage district. Appeal of an apportionment may be made within ten (10) days after this hearing by making an application to the Barry County Probate Court for the appointment of a Board of Review. Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for participation should contact the Drain Commissioner one week in advance. 77549364 Russell D. Yarger Barry County Drain Commissioner �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 9, 2010— Page 15 Viking teams near bottom at 10-team Saranac Invite Tucker Seese raced to a fourth place finish at Wednesday’s Saranac Invitational, but the Lakewood boys were unable to climb higher than eighth in the ten-team event. POLICE BEAT Delton man slows speeders with trenches Barry County Sheriff Deputies answered a complaint Aug. 27 of someone digging trenches across a road. A Delton man, 39, was using a Bobcat to dig several five-inch trenches across Pike Road near Guernsey Lake Road. According to the deputy, a vehicle speed of more than 5 miles per hour would result in damage to a vehicle and possible injury. When the suspect was questioned by authorities, he replied, “When people stop speeding and driving reckless, then I will fill in the trenches.” The deputy advised the man of his legal consequences if damage or injury occurred. Man assaulted after walking away Hastings Police responded to a reported assault complaint Sept. 6, at a residence on West Apple Street. The complainant, 27, told officers that he and the male suspect, 24, of Hastings, had been in an argument. As he tried to walk away, he said he was attacked and hit several times. A witness corroborated what the victim had told officers. The suspect, who was still at the scene, was placed under arrest on charges of domestic assault and was lodged at the Barry County Jail. Springport man off course after golf outing Hastings Police responded to a complaint Sept. 1 of an illegally parked vehicle in the parking lot of the Admiral Gas Station. The driver of the vehicle, who was slumped over the steering wheel, told officers he thought he was in Charlotte and that he had just finished golfing in Olivet. As officers spoke with the 25-year-old Springport man, they noticed a container of whiskey on the seat. The subject was placed under arrest for operating a vehicle while intoxicated, third offense, and for driving on a suspended license, second offense. Further investigation revealed a .21 percent blood alcohol level. He was lodged at the Barry county Jail without incident. Weed cover not enough to hide tiller A Bellevue man reported Sept. 2 that his rototiller had been stolen from his yard on Case Road. According to the owner, the rototiller was in tall grass and hard to see, but was still in good working order. No tracks or visible evidence were found after the Top Flight, Tecumseh 8 horsepower, orange and white rototiller was taken. Thieves just interested in television A burglary and forced entry report was sent to Barry County deputies Aug. 29. The complainant, on West Lake Road in Bellevue, said a back door had been pried open and a Samsung 32-inch flat-screen television was missing. According to the report, an $800 camera and computer, which sat next to the television, were not taken, and the homeowner’s guns remained. There are no suspects and the case is pending further investigation. California Cadillac raises suspicion Barry County Deputies responded to a report of a suspicious phone call to a residence on Pifer Road near Dowling. The complainant said he had received a call from the California Department of Motor Vehicles. The suspicious caller claimed the complainant was in possession of a stolen Cadillac. Deputies were on the scene when a second call came in, and a deputy spoke to the caller. According to the deputy’s report, the caller sounded intoxicated, and when the deputy identified himself, the caller hung up. The case is closed. Seese hit the finish line in 17 minutes 18.4 seconds. He was 50 seconds behind the leader, Shepherd’s Caleb Rhynard, who came in with a time of 16:28.2. Shepherd swept the day’s boys’ and girls’ titles. Rhynard’s boys’ team ended with 45 points. Pewamo-Westphalia was second with 73 points, followed by Waverly 77, Saranac 111, Grant 134, Tri-County 167, Bellevue 170, Lakewood 173, Portland St. Patrick 266, and Covenant Christian NTS. Behind Seese for the Lakewood boys, Adam Senters was 28th overall in 19:36.7, Nolan Stoepker 53rd in 21:04.3, Michael Kutch 58th in 21:21.7, and J Patrick 59th in 21:27.8. Shepherd’s girls finished the day with just 38 points, followed by Waverly 94, Saranac 102, Grant 110, Tri-County 115, Lakewood 145, Covenant Christian 151, PewamoWestphalia 175, and Bellevue NTS. Lakewood’s girls were led by Cassie Thelen, who was 19th overall in 24:14.6. Kelly Hynes was 31st in 25:19.7, Maria Patrick 34th in 25:30.2, Mycah Ridder 35th in 25:30.9, and Laura Walkington 37th in 25:39.1. Shepherd had two of the top three runners in the girls’ race, led by champ Teha Ames who came in at 20:01.1. Her teammate Kaylie Rhynard was third in 21:16.5. Saranac’s Jenna Klynstra was second in 20:46.6. The Vikings return to action Wednesday at the Ovid-Elsie Invitational. DK girls have no trouble in earning their first KVA win Delton Kellogg’s varsity volleyball team started its run at a third straight Kalamazoo Valley Association championship Wednesday. The Panthers scored a 3-0 win at Kalamazoo Christian, outscoring the Comets 25-13, 25-13, 25-18. Andrea Polley had a big night for the Panthers, finishing with four aces and 11 kills. Carly Boehm and Alisha VanderWoude had two blocks each up front for Delton. Taylor Blacken had a team-high 15 digs, and Adrianna Culbert finished the match with 18 assists. The Panthers were slated to visit Parchment yesterday, and will be back at it on the league when they play host to Maple Valley Wednesday. Before that league dual with the Lions, Delton is scheduled to head to the Grand Blanc Invitational Saturday. Middleville man seeks task force Aug. 29, Barry County Sheriff Deputies responded to a report of a man riding a bicycle in Middleville and asking to use cell phones. According to witnesses, the 49-year-old Middleville resident would approach someone, ask to use the phone, and then call 911 asking for the “task force.” Barry County Dispatch confirmed the man had called three times. Deputies were not able to locate the man on his bike or at his residence. The case is closed. Driver didn’t like how road looked at her A one-car accident was reported to sheriff deputies Aug. 30 after a Hastings woman, 21, reportedly swerved to miss an animal in the road and lost control of her vehicle. When deputies arrived to the corner of M-37 and Yankee Springs Road, a car with heavy damage to the driver’s side and roof was in the ditch. A traffic sign also was destroyed. The woman said she saw “eyes” in the road and tried to miss the animal. The deputy’s report stated that the subject smelled of alcohol and failed dexterity tests, then refused a Breathalyzer test. She was arrested for operating while intoxicated and taken to the Barry County Jail. She then consented to a Breathalyzer which registered a .07 percent. The case has been forwarded to the prosecutor’s office for review. Accident victim flees from first aid Deputies responded to an accident at the corner of M-43 and Kaiser Road in Carlton Township Aug. 13. Hastings First Responders were on the scene when deputies arrived. According to witnesses, the Freeport man, 47, ran from his 1992 Ford when responders tried to perform first aid. While fleeing, he collapsed in a field and was loaded onto a backboard for transport to Pennock Hospital. The subject reportedly had numerous facial lacerations and a deep cut on the top of his head. Deputies reported the subject would not acknowledge them at the hospital and has not returned phone calls to his residence. The case has been forwarded to the prosecutor’s office for review. A report of property damage at Cobb Road in Delton was received by Barry County Sheriff Deputies Sept. 5. The complainant stated that the air was let out of all the tires on his 2003 Kia Rio and that someone had defecated in the passenger’s seat. The vehicle was dusted for prints, but no evidence was found. The case is inactive due to no suspects. Definition of community is not clear The Middleville Community Garden was burglarized Aug. 26. A police report states that when a gardener arrived to tend his plot, a woman was harvesting vegetables. The complainant advised the woman that this was his garden plot and she couldn’t have the vegetables. When deputies arrived the woman explained that she knew it was a “community” garden and thought anyone could take the vegetables. She was advised otherwise. The woman returned the vegetables and apologized. She also returned cabbage, carrots, tomatoes and beans she had at home from a previous harvest. No charges were pressed, and the case is closed. Prank call from Brooklyn smelled of scam A Freeport man reported a suspicious call to Barry County Deputies Aug. 26. The man said he received a call from someone identifying himself as “David Jones, attorney, from Brooklyn, New York.” The caller claimed that he had mailed a package to the complainant and needed a Western Union transfer of $836 for the package. The complainant decided it was a scam and called police. The case is closed. Gabrielle Shipley shot an even-par-35 at The Mines Tuesday despite the extremely windy conditions in Grand Rapids. That 35 helped the Hastings varsity girls’ golf team to a second-place finish behind league leading Forest Hills Eastern at the OK Gold Conference jamboree hosted by Grand Rapids Catholic Central. The Hawks fired a 177 on the day, to edge the Saxons’ 180. South Christian was third with a 181 followed by Wayland 205, Thornapple Kellogg 218, Caledonia 245, Catholic Central 263, and Ottawa Hills NTS. The Saxons also got a 47 from Melinda Kloosterman, a 48 from Hannah Hodges, and a pair of 50s from Danielle Meredith and Kylee Nemetz. Hastings will host the conference today, at Hastings Country Club. Allegan hands DK boys fourth loss in four tries Delton Kellogg’s varsity boys’ soccer team fell to 0-4 on the season with a 4-0 loss to the Allegan Tigers Wednesday (Sept. 1). Ben Brooks scored a pair of goals to lead Allegan, while the Tigers also got goals from Luis Guzman and Michael Wallace. The Tigers fired 30 shots on the evening, with Delton goalkeeper Ryan Hook making 20 saves. Allegan goalkeeper Sam Goldschmeding had four saves of his own, on six Delton Kellogg shots. The Delton boys were scheduled to open the Kalamazoo Valley Association season at Parchment Wednesday. They’ll be back in action with league games at home Monday against Kalamazoo Christian and Wednesday against Hackett Catholic Central. Marvin C. Steward Jr. was sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court Sept. 1 for failure to pay over $50,000 in child support. Steward, 45, of Hastings was ordered to serve 12 months with credit for 82 days served. In addition to child support, he must pay $1,916 in court costs and restitution. The balance of jail time will be suspended upon payment of $5,000. Dennis W. Boze, 44, of Delton pleaded guilty to possession of methamphetamine and assault on a Barry Township police officer. On Sept. 1, he was sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court to serve 12 months for each charge with credit for 156 days served. Boze must attend substance abuse and cognitive behavior therapy and pay $1,096 in costs and restitution. He also will serve 60 months on probation and have his driver’s license suspended for 365 days with restrictions for 180 days. Charges of fleeing a police officer and fourth offense habitual offender were dropped. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 Estate Sale Estate Sale Help Wanted LIVING ESTATE SALE of Jerry and Nora Anderson, September 16th, 17th & 18th, 11121 100th Street, Alto, Michigan. 100 years on the family farm. 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The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 See us for one-hour digital and 35 mm photo processing, color copies, business cards and all your printing needs. PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings �Page 16 — Thursday, September 9, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Hawks hit it past Hastings in first league match by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Forest Hills Eastern varsity volleyball coach Julie VanderSlice lamented to Hastings coach Gina McMahon after their O-K Gold dual Wednesday how her team is shorter than it has been in years past. McMahon held in a chuckle, and then agreed that yes the Hawk team is shorter in stature than in years past. Host Forest Hills Eastern still had a size advantage up front against the Saxons, and used that and some great defensive work by libero Allie Mitchell to earn a 3-0 win on the opening night of the conference season. The Hawks won by the scores of 25-15, 25-13, 2519. Annie Cawood led Forest Hills Eastern with 11 kills and Lauren Mammina chipped in ten. The Hawks were able to hit over and around the Saxon block early on. “I just thought Forest Hills Eastern was a faster paced offensive team,” said McMahon. “They have big hitters and they took advantage of our small blockers. Eventually, we made the decision to have only our middle block all the way across the net. That gave us five diggers, and it helped.” But not enough. “I didn’t think we played up to our potential, but we have to give credit to Forest Hills Eastern,” McMahon said. “They beat us. They beat us fair and square.” Mitchell finished the game with 34 digs. McMahon said she told her players to stop hitting the ball to the Hawks’ libero, and they said they were trying - she was just getting to everything. The Saxons’ Caitlyn Woodmansee passes the ball from the back row during Tuesday evening's O-K Gold Conference opener at Forest Hills Eastern. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Kayla Vogel led the Saxons on defense, with 26 digs. She also had a team-high three kills and three aces. Veronica Hayden finished with seven assists. The Hawks’ quick passing was led by a pair of sophomore setters, Kasey Blank who finished with 21 assists and Holly Myer who had 13. The Saxons hung with the Hawks for a while early in each game. A five-point run by the Hawks snapped an 11-11 tie in game one. A kill by Vogel pulled the Saxons as close as Hastings setter Veronica Hayden passes the ball up as teammate Stephanie Warren (left) and Forest Hills Eastern’s Annie Cawood look on Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 10-9 in the middle of game two. The Saxons were as close as 11-9 at about the same point in game three. The Saxons are off until Saturday now, when they head to the Cereal City Invitational. Delton cross teams off to good start by Brett Bremer Bigger Big House should help U of M football team As someone who’s been lucky enough to have relatives, friends, or friends of relatives who find it easy to get their hands on University of Michigan football tickets over the years, I’ve gotten to go to quite a few games in the Big House. More than once I’ve gotten to be a member of the largest crowd to be watching a college football game anywhere in the world on a given Saturday, and a couple of times I’ve been a part of the biggest college football crowd ever (I mean at least since Notre Dame supposedly had over 120,000 fans in Solider Field in Chicago back in the 1920s.) Last Saturday was another one of those Saturdays, as the University of Michigan held its rededication ceremony at Michigan Stadium. The capacity for the updated stadium now surpasses 109,000, and on Saturday was filled with 113,090 spectators. Funny thing was, it didn’t seem that much more crowded. What’s another four thousand people? I’m sure that stands as the record for a long time, at least until the Spartans visit next month. That might stand until the first time Ohio State visits. Then that will be the all-time mark until Michigan and Ohio State close out a Big Ten season with a title on the line. The T-shirt of the day read “UConn Girls Are Husky”. The player of the day, in the Wolverine’s 30-10 win, was quarterback Denard Robinson who set a Michigan quarterback record by rushing for 197 yards. He also completed 19-of-22 passes for 186 yards. More than anything he just looked fast. The Huskies didn’t have an answer. We’ll see if Notre Dame does this weekend. Two things stood out about the bigger Big House. The giant new additions which rise on the east and west sides of the stadium dwarf the old press box which teetered atop. The Big House now looks like the BIG house, even from the outside. Before the renovations, the stadium wasn’t much to look at from the outside, because once you walk through the tunnel into the stadium it goes more than 50 rows down. The bigger house also seemed to be a louder house. Maybe it was because I was in a section I’d never sat in before, but I still haven’t sat in that section. We were on our feet the entire game, which incidentally was probably nicer than cramming in on the bleachers. Michigan Stadium has always been big, but not necessarily raucous. Maybe now it will get there with the giant press box/luxury towers holding some sound in. That can only help Michigan head football coach Rich Rodriguez as he fights to keep his job this season. The home slate is a favorable one for the Wolverines, taking on UMass, Bowling Green, Michigan State, Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin the rest of the way. Caledonia’s Justin Dixon hauls in a It was another long football weekend, touchdown pass against Jenison with the high school games kicking off on Thursday, just before barreling over a Thursday. For those of you who were wondering about my appearance on the Fox 17 camera man behind the end zone. News, nope - didn’t get the shot. Ended up (Photo by Brett Bremer) being a little too close to the action. Keep up with your local team in your local newspaper, The Hastings BANNER! In his first cross country race ever, Delton Kellogg junior Austin Ketola put his name in the record books. He had the tenth best time for a Panther runner since records started being kept in 1990, hitting the finish line in 17 minutes 11.48 seconds at the Kalamazoo Invitational at Linden Grove Middle School Wednesday. That time put him in third place overall, behind Gull Lake’s Tim Simon who came in at 16:54.88 and Kalamazoo Central’s Jordan Henning who finished in 17:01.80. The Delton boys’ team finished fifth in the eight-team field. Simon and the Blue Devils took the day’s championship with a total of 42 points. Holland West Ottawa was second with 67 followed by Harper Creek 80, Kalamazoo Central 86, Delton Kellogg 89, Plainwell 142, Pennfield 179, and Climax-Scotts NTS. Delton also had Ryan Watson finish eighth in 17:57.62, Tyler Bourdo 21st in 18:59.29, Kannon Hoffman 29th in 19:29.52, and Zach Haas 30th in 19:35.85. Delton Kellogg’s boys and girls both took championships Saturday, at the Dowagiac Rotary Invitational. The Panther boys finished with just 20 points, and the girls only 18 in the nine-team event. Ketola was second in the day’s junior/senior race, in 17:12, behind only Paw Paw’s Kyle Richardson who came in in 17:04. Watson was fifth in 17:49. In the freshmen sophomore race, Delton had Haas sixth in 19:09 and Ray Vickery seventh in 19:11. Plainwell was second in the boys’ team standings with 28 points, followed by Bangor 31, Sturgis 36, Mendon 65, Paw Paw 65, Dowagiac 84, Berrien Springs 129, and Brandywine NTS. Delton Kellogg’s girls’ were led by junior Jolene Drum, who was third in her race with a time of 21:02. Junior Kelsey Sofia was eighth in 22:49. In the freshman/sophomore race, Delton had Brianna Russell place third in 2:31 and Christian Boze fourth in 21:57. Behind the Delton girls, Paw Paw finished with 29 points, Plainwell 32, Bangor 37, Berrien Springs 64, Mendon 83, Brandywine 105, Dowagiac 116, and Sturgis NTS. Delton Kellogg’s girls came into the race having placed third at the Kalamazoo Invitational the Wednesday before. Drum led the Panthers on that day too, finishing sixth in 21:49.56. She was followed by Boze in eighth place with a time of 22:16.45, Russell 11th in 22:25.50, Sarah Rendon 24th in 23:34.36, and Danielle Morse who was 29th in 23:57.06. Plainwell’s Makenzie Evers was the runaway winner in the girls’ race, finishing in 19:39.37. Harper Creek’s Kara Kiessling was second in 20:52.45. Lions need a huge comeback for KVA win over Constantine Half of the Kalamazoo Valley Association is undefeated in the league, and half winless, after an opening Wednesday evening which saw all ten of the league’s varsity volleyball teams in action. Maple Valley is in the good half, having scored a 3-2 win over the visiting Constantine Falcons. It took some work for the Lions to pull out the victory though, as they had to battle back from a 2-0 deficit. Constantine took the first game 25-14 and the second 25-18. “Our team played well together,” said Maple Valley head coach Sarah Carpenter. “They did not give up on each other and they continued to battle to the end.” The Lions came back to win game three 25-18 and game four 29-27. The Lions then won the fifth and deciding game 15-4. “Constantine did very well, they are obviously very much improved over last year,” Carpenter said. “Their coaching staff has done an excellent job with their team.” Pennfield, Parchment, Galesburg-Augusta and Delton Kellogg also started off the conference slate with wins Sept. 1. The Lions went 2-0 in nonc-onference matches at the Springport Tri Tuesday, topping host Springport 25-21, 25-17 and Bellevue 25-17, 25-15. Against the Spartans, The Lions got five kills from Tiffani Allwardt, and three each from Kate Peterson and McKenna Mater. Tamara Mater had ten digs. Karlee Mater finsihed with 12 assists. In the win over the Broncos, the Lions got six kills from McKenna Mater, and three from Peterson. Karlee Mater had another 12 assists, and Jordan Hurosky finished with Big pike caught by a Nashville 8-year-old Maple Valley’s Kate Peterson digs a ball during Wednesday’s KVA contest with Constantine. (Photo by Perry Hardin) eight digs. The Lions were slated to return to league action at Galesburg-Augusta Wednesday. Jared Schantz, with a little help, shows off the 33.5 inch northern pike he caught on a tributary of the Thornapple River. Schantz, an eight-year-old from Nashville, caught his first big fish ever on a black and white rubber worm. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 9, 2010— Page 17 Hastings and TK two of three unbeatens in Gold by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Delton Kellogg, Maple Valley and the rest of the Kalamazoo Valley Association are already two games into the conference slate, everybody else kicks-off conference play this Friday. The Hastings Saxons jump right into the meat of O-K Gold Conference slate, starting off the league season by facing the only two league teams to defeat them last year, Forest Hills Eastern and Caledonia, and then taking on a very strong Grand Rapids Catholic Central team. The Saxons travel to take on the Hawks at Forest Hills Eastern High School Friday. Hastings is one of just three O-K Gold Conference teams to go 2-0 in the non-conference slate, with Grand Rapids Catholic Central and Thornapple Kellogg being the other two. Forest Hills Eastern is off to a 1-1 start, having been downed 35-12 by Zeeland East in week one and then topping Cedar Springs 35-7 last Thursday. Thornapple Kellogg gets the O-K Gold Conference season started against South Christian in Byron Center Friday night. The Sailors enter the game at 1-1, having scored a 14-7 win over Wyoming Park last week. The Trojans topped that same Wyoming Park team 34-6 in week one. The Lakewood Vikings open Capital Area Activities Conference White Division play at home against Portland Friday Portland. The Raiders and Vikings are both 1-1. Portland was downed 27-21 by DeWitt Thursday. Portland has won the last two conference championships, and hasn’t been beaten in the CAAC-White since a one-point loss to Williamston early in the 2007 season. Delton Kellogg and Maple Valley will square off at Delton Kellogg this Friday. The Lions picked up their first KVA win of the season, topping Galesburg-Augusta Thursday. Delton scored its first points of the season against Parchment last week, but have been outscored 55-8 through he first two weeks. Current Records Hastings Thornapple Kellogg Lakewood Maple Valley Delton Kellogg 2-0 2-0 1-1 1-1 0-2 Here’s a round-up of last weekend’s local gridiron action. Hastings 45, Hillsdale 14 Hastings got four touchdowns and 198 yards rushing from fullback Alex Randall as it knocked off visiting Hillsdale Thursday 45-14 to improve to 2-0 on the year. Hillsdale held a 7-6 lead as the game headed towards the midway point of the second quarter, before the Saxons went on a 39-0 run. “I was happy with the way we played,” said Hastings head coach Fred Rademacher. “I thought we improved from the week before. We’ve got a young offensive line and I think they took another step towards being a pretty good offensive line. They played with a little bit more physicality and a little bit more confidence.” In the second half running behind that line, Randall scored three touchdowns in less than nine minutes. He broke free on a 73-yard score with 7:34 left in the third quarter, then added a nine-yard scoring run with 2:26 left in the third. Randall scored 1:16 into the fourth quarter on a 21-yard run. Randall also had the first touchdown of the game, on a 16-yard run in the opening quarter. “He was a little more patient waiting for things to develop,” Rademacher said of Randall. “Because we moved the ball he got a lot of opportunities, and when Alex Randall gets opportunities he’s going to pop one, or two.” Casey Shaeffer and Bobby Leedy also popped a few nice runs for the Saxons from the halfback spots. The Saxons missed the extra-point try following Randall’s opening touchdown, and Hillsdale was able to answer with 1:13 left in the opening quarter, as Travis Hodos rushed in from five-yards out for a score. Dan Vear’s extra-point put his team up one. “On that drive they hit a long pass and a play later they hit a nice reverse,” Rademacher said. “After that though, they really didn’t drive the ball on us all night.” Shaeffer got the Saxons back in front with a nine-yard TD run 6:48 into the second quarter, then added to that lead as he hauled in a 21-yard pass from Sean McKeough 1:08 before the break. Randall added the two-point run to give Hastings a 20-7 lead a the half. The Saxons opened the scoring in the second half with a 22-yard interception return by Sean McKeough. Hillsdale added its second touchdown on a nine-yard run by Hodos with 4:22 left to play in the game. Parchment 32, Delton Kellogg 8 The Panthers couldn’t catch Adrian Patton. Patton scored on a 62-yard reception, and on runs of 70 and 78 yards to lead Parchment to a 32-8 victory over visiting Delton Kellogg in Kalamazoo Valley Association action. Patton finished the game with three receptions for 86 yards and 210 rushing yards on 11 carries. Parchment also got 66 yards rushing from Adrean Cole and 59 from Ricky Willis. Brady VanderWeele connected with Patton on the 62-yard touchdown pass in the opening quarter, which put their team up 6-0. Patton then broke loose for on a 70-yard run in the second quarter. Parchment led 12-0 at the half. Parchment added 12 more points in the third quarter, on Patton’s 78-yard scoring run and a one-yard TD run by Cole. Willis closed out the touchdown scoring for Parchment, with an 11-yard run it he fourth quarter. Michael Emig caught the two-point pass following that TD from VanderWeele. Jeff Bissett scored the lone points for Delton, on a three-yard run it the fourth and the ensuing two-point run. Bissett was 3-of-4 passing the football for the day, for 41 yards, and also rushed 12 times for 108 yards. Tyler Dempsey had 50 yards rushing for Delton, while Connor Wolschleger added 39, Nick Brindley 34, and Aaron Hakes 31. Delton Kellogg’s defense was led by Trent Cardosa, who had eight tackles. Thornapple Kellogg 23, Sparta 8 The formula for success has been a simple one so far for the Trojans. On offense, block well. On defense, bend but don’t break. It is easier said than done, but the Trojans have done it twice now. Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity football team improved to 2-0 with a 23-8 win over visiting Sparta Thursday. “I told them before we came out, you’ve got an opportunity to do something a Middleville team hasn’t done in a long time, go 2 and 0, and further more just win back-toback football games,” said Thornapple Kellogg head coach Chad Ruger. The Trojans hadn’t started a season 2-0 since 2004, and hadn’t won back-to-back games since 2005. The Trojan offensive line of Adrian Foster, Austin Koehl, Isaac Schipper, Korey Carpenter, Pete Westra, and tight end Jesse Aubil allowed the team’s backs to run for 288 yards on the night. Quarterback Coley McKeough only had to throw the ball twice, both completions to Aubil. McKeough finished with 14 rushes for 119 yards. Dylan VanPutten added 12 carries for 91 yards, and Jacob Bultema rushed seven times for 47 yards. “I can’t give them enough credit,” Ruger said of his offensive linemen. “We put an awful lot of pressure on them the last few weeks, and in the offseason. If this offense is going to work, they’ve got to win the line of scrimmage.” “Coley does an awesome job at quarterback, and our running backs to a nice job, but if it wasn’t for our offensive line winning the line of scrimmage then they’d all just be scooting around in the backfield looking for holes.” McKeough found a big hole for a 40-yard touchdown run in the opening quarter. Hastings’ Bobby Leedy is brought down by Hillsdale’s Aaron Benson after a run through the left side of the line during Thursday’s non-conference contest. (Photo by Perry Hardin) VanPutten scored on a 25-yard run in the second quarter. McKeough finished off the offense’s scoring with an 11-yard scoring run on the Trojans’ second drive of the second half. The Trojans’ got their final two points on a safety later in the third quarter. For the second consecutive week, the Trojan defense just missed a shut out – giving up a fourth quarter touchdown. Quarterback Cam Cooper rushed in from six yards out then tacked on the two-point run as well. Cooper finished 11-of-23 passing for 92 yards, and rushed 11 times for 49 yards. “The defense was just swarming,” Ruger said. “We knew their quarterback loves to run the football. He tried to run it. They tried to pass too. They were able to move the football. When it came down to us needing to get a stop, we got a stop.” Tyler Karcher led the Trojan defense with six tackles, and Aubil and Matt Raymond had four each. Lakewood 36, Eaton Rapids 8 Lakewood took its turn looking in the mirror this week. Next week it will be Eaton Rapids’ turn. The Viking varsity football team evened its record at 1-1 with a 36-8 non-conference win over the visiting Greyhounds Thursday evening on Unity Field. A week after fumbling chances away against Hastings, the Vikings dominated the turn over battle. “You don’t make excuses,” said Lakewood head coach Jim Behrenwald. “You look yourself in the mirror and fix it, and they did fix it.” The Vikings’ Zack Innes, Cody Collins and Travis Shattuck all had interceptions. Cody Lindemulder and Nathan Bryans both blocked Greyhound punts. The Greyhounds also had a snap on a punt go over its kicker’s head, a play that led to one of three Viking touchdowns in the opening quarter. “It gets the whole team charged up when you see that,” said Behrenwald of the big special teams plays. “Then the defense got going. That was good to see. The offense had a great game. That was good to see.” The Vikings only had one turnover in the contest. With all the turnovers and excellent field position the Lakewood offense didn’t have to do a lot. The Vikings only needed 202 yards of offense to tally its 36 points. The Vikings rushed for 167 yards, led by Jack Tromp’s 15 carries for 59 yards and two touchdowns. Lindemulder also had seven carries for 36 yards and two touchdowns. Quarterback Mackenzie Doane connected with Hayden Acker for a 35-yard touchdown in the second quarter, which accounted for his only completion of the night. “We ran our veer offense very proficiently tonight,” Behrenwald said. “We blocked properly. We weren’t putting the ball on the ground. They guys were sticking on their blocks.” Lindemulder had a pair of three-yard touchdown runs in the opening quarter, and a two-point conversion run, which put his team up 14-0 in the first five minutes. Tromp added a 24-yard scoring run, and Doane ran in the two-point try, to up the Vikings’ lead to 22-0 after one quarter. The lead went to 30-0 on Doane’s TD pass to Ackerson. Eaton Rapids got its lone points on a twoyard touchdown run by Mike Kitsmiller and Cam Warner’s ensuing two-point run in the final minute of the first half. Kitsmiller led the Greyhound attack on the night, with 12 carries for 23 yards. The Greyhounds managed just 55 yards of total offense, 40 of those coming on the ground. Lindemulder finished with nine tackles, and Wes Cramer eight to lead Lakewood. Tromp scored his second TD with 2:21 to go in the third quarter, on a three-yard run which ended the scoring. “We had a lot better night tonight,” said Behrenwald. “I was really proud of these men. They fought back.” Maple Valley 27, Galesburg-Augusta 13 The Lions came up with big play after big play to record their first victory of the season. Maple Valley’s varsity football team improved to 1-1 with a 27-13 win at Galesburg-Augusta Thursday. Quarterback Brad Laverty connected with teammate Garrett Reid on a 54-yard touchdown pass in the second minute of play, and Reid tacked on the kick to put his team up 70. That was just the first of many big plays for the Lions, who had three of their four scoring plays cover at lest 37 yards. The Lions bumped their lead to 13-0 late in the opening quarter as Garret miller returned a blocked field goal 86 yards for a touchdown. The Rams pulled to within a score, thanks to a big play of their own, a 44-yard touchdown run by Stephan Mejeur. John Puente added the extra-point kick for the final point of the first half. The teams then traded touchdowns in the fourth quarter. Mike Caldwell scored on an eight-yard run with 10:15 to play. Laverty then added a two-point pass to teammate Mark Wehr. The Rams countered with a 33-yard touchdown run by Mejeur, then the Lions’ Reid closed the scoring wit a 37-yard touchdown run with 1:14 left. Reid finished the day with just nine touches on offense, but 131 total yards. Reid rushed five times for 75 yards, and caught four passes for 56 yards. Laverty added 16 rushes for 62 yards along with a 4-of-5 passing day. Chance McManamey added six rushes for 49 yards for the Lions. Mejeur ended the day with 23 carries for 188 yards to lead the Rams offense. The Lions outgained the Rams 308 to 268 on the day, with 252 of those yards for Maple Valley coming on the ground. Mike Caldwell and Andy Pierson both had eight tackles to lead the Lion defense, and Matt Woodman and Tyler Hickey both recorded sacks. The Saxons’ Sean McKeough (left) and Corey Shaeffer celebrate a second quarter touchdown during their team’s 45-14 win over Hillsdale Thursday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 3:45 pm 4:30 pm 5:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:30 pm 6:45 pm Girls Boys Boys Girls Boys Boys Varsity Fresh. JV Varsity JV Varsity Golf Football Soccer Swimming Football Soccer WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Hastings @ HCC Forest Hills Eastern HS Forest Hills Eastern HS Fremont HS Forest Hills Eastern HS Forest Hills Eastern HS H H A H H A FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 4:00 pm Boys Varsity Tennis 4:00 pm Boys JV Tennis 7:00 pm Boys Varsity Football GR Catholic Central A Cancelled-GR Cath. Cent. H Forest Hills Eastern HS A SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 8:00 am HYAA 3rd-6th grades 8:30 am Girls Varsity Volleyball 8:30 am Girls JV Volleyball 8:30 am Girls Fresh. Volleyball 9:00 am Boys Varsity Tennis Cereal City Invite @ Harper Creek Northpointe Christian Inv Portage Northern Fr. Inv Hamilton HS H Caledonia @ Broadmoor TK Invite TK Invite Thornapple-Kellogg HS Cancelled-TKHS A A A H A TK Middleville@ Yankee Springs Cannonsburg Invite Cannonsburg Invite Caledonia HS Caledonia HS A A A A MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 3:45 pm 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:00 pm Girls Boys Girls Boys Boys JV Varsity Varsity Varsity JV Golf Cross Co. Cross Co. Tennis Tennis TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 3:45 pm Girls Varsity Golf 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 5:45 pm 7:15 pm Boys Girls Boys Boys Middle Middle JV Varsity Cross Co. Cross Co. Soccer Soccer A A H H 3:45 pm 3:45 pm 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 5:00 pm Girls Varsity Golf Girls JV Golf Boys Varsity Tennis Boys JV Tennis HYAA – 7/8 games FHE@Egypt Valley FHE@Hastings CC South Christian HS Cancelled-S. Christ. HS A H A H THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 4:00 pm 4:30 pm 5:00 pm 5:45 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:30 pm 7:00 pm Boys Boys Girls Boys Girls Girls Boys Girls JV Fresh. Fresh. Varsity Varsity JV JV Varsity Soccer Football Volleyball Soccer Swimming Volleyball Football Volleyball GR Catholic Central Caledonia HS Caledonia HS GR Catholic Central Wayland Union HS Caledonia HS Caledonia HS Caledonia HS A A H A H H A H Times and dates subject to change Thanks to This Week’s Sponsor: Hastings Orthopedic Clinic, P.C. “Quality Care with Compassion” 840 Cook Rd. 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Kinship Care provides services to people who are raising a relative’s children or a friend’s children. “Most of the time, this nurturing and protection is provided by grandparents, other extended family members and friends when original families are torn apart by substance abuse, incarceration, death, mental or physical illness, AIDS or child abuse and neglect,” according to COA literature. For more information about the show or Kinship Care program, call Therese Maupin-Moore at 269/9484856. Local dog park supporters to meet Dog Park Companions will meet Thursday, Sept. 23, at 6 p.m. in the community room on the second floor of Hastings Public Library. Anyone interested in planning fundraising events for a fence for the new dog park in Hastings is invited to attend. For more information, call Vicky Butler at 269-945-3259. Delton CROP Walk is Sept. 26 The public, clubs, area churches and other organizations are invited to join the Delton Community CROP Hunger Walk and help meet a challenge from an anonymous donor. Interested people may register for the walk at the Delton District Library, on M-43 Highway across from the elementary school; or on Sundays (after worship services) at Faith United Methodist Church or St. Ambrose Catholic Church. The walk will take place at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 26. Participants may show up as early as 1:15 p.m. to turn in pledge sheets and enjoy music. The walk will begin and end at Faith United Methodist Church and will take place rain or shine. Fighting hunger by raising funds for two Delton food pantries and the poor and hungry around the world is the focus of the walk. To boost the amount of funds, an anonymous donor has challenged CROP Walk organizers to recruit more than 60 people to participate. If that challenge is met, the donor will contribute $20 extra per person for each walker above 60. In order to count toward meeting that challenge, the donor has said each person must register for a pledge (donation) envelope and collect at least one donation or obtain a pledge envelope and make a donation to himself/herself. Questions about the CROP Walk may be directed to Dee DeFields, 269-7213646, or Elaine Gilbert, 269-623-8763. BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, September 16, 2010 County restores portion of funding for some services by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Tuesday, the Barry County Board of Commissioners, meeting as a committee of the whole, restored 76 percent of the 2010 allocation for non-mandated services and agencies, the $361,262 to come from revenue from the county’s tax “umbrella fund,” which is used to cover delinquent taxes. The motion was approved by a 5-3 vote with Commissioners Don Nevins, Mike Bremer and Howard Gibson casting the dissenting votes. The move restores partial funding for the non-mandated Michigan State University Extension (MSUE), Barry Conservation District and the Barry County Economic Development Alliance programs, among others. As originally presented last month, the proposed 2011 budget had no funds earmarked for those and other organizations, which created a wave of protest around the county. Last week, dozens of 4H and MSUE supporters gathered on the Barry County Courthouse lawn prior to the meeting, and more than 100 people packed the Barry County Circuit Court room and spoke in favor of restoring funding to those agencies during public comment portion of the meeting. Several people also spoke in favor of continued county support for those services during the public comment portions of the Tuesday’s meeting. Chair Robert Houtman noted that the board had received 31 letters in support of MSUE and 4-H, 14 in support of the Economic Development Alliance and two in support of funding for the parks and recreation department, which also had all county funding cut in the proposed 2011 budget. The motion approved Tuesday afternoon was a compromise after three previous motions failed. The first motion to restore 80 percent of the 2010 level of funding to non-mandated agencies failed 2-6 with Nevins, Gibson, Craig Stolsonburg, Joe Lyons, Houtman and Bremer casting dissenting votes. The second motion, to restore funding at 70 percent of the 2010 levels, failed due to a 3-5 vote with Jeff VanNortwick, Gibson, “I don’t feel that it is appropriate to take away the quality of life from the non-mandated services and let everybody else have their opportunities in 2012 and 2013 to start to expand ... to start that now is a disingenuous approach. County Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick items that could be eliminated. “Have we expected department heads and elected officials to look at the nonmandated aspects of their budgets for potentially zeroing them out ...?” asked Bremer. Houtman referred the question to Barry County Administrator Michael Brown. Brown replied that while there are nonmandated items in department budgets, it is difficult to determine exactly what they are. Brown used the Barry County Sheriff’s Department to illustrate his point. “As an example, road patrol ... as everything I indicated is non-mandated, you could very well argue that there is a level that needs to exist,” he said, noting that the court system also has non-mandated pro- grams. “We’re going to be addressing those mandated programs as soon as the budget is over,” said Lyons. “And next year, I don’t see anyway around it ... we need to take care of the others before we get to them — courts and law, law enforcement. Everything else is nice; we’d like to be able to fund everything, but that’s where we’re at, and the sooner people realize that ... we do the best we can with what we have.” Callton said labor negotiations next year will give the county more leverage to look at ways to save money in each department. Houtman said cutting funding for man- See COUNTY, page 16 Hastings township adopts original town hall now at Charlton Park Nevins, Bremer and Lyons dissenting. The third motion, to restore 75 percent of funding for non-mandated services, also failed due to a tie vote with Nevins, Bremer, Lyons and Gibson dissenting. Commissioner Mike Callton voted in favor of all four proposals. Before the vote on the final, approved motion, Bremer suggested that equal, across-the-board cuts for all services would be more equitable. He also asked if the heads of mandated county programs had gone through their budgets, looking for Thornapple Kellogg approves contract with both unions Refunding of bonds to save more than $300,000 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education Tuesday approved a one-year contract with the Thornapple Kellogg Education Association that included a .5 percent salary increase on the base pay schedule and a .65 percent increase off the schedule. What this means is that TKEA employees will get a total raise this year of 1.15 percent, but only .5 percent will be added to the base salary to be carried forward to future years. TKEA employees also will have a higher deductible health insurance and higher prescription co-pay amounts. “This change in insurance will save the district more than 6 percent of total health insurance costs,” Director of Finance Chris Marcy told the board. The contract was approved by a vote of 52, with Kim Selleck and Tom Ward voting against the motion. Before the vote, Selleck told his fellow board members, “I support the teaching staff, but we need to look at the structure of the contract. The health benefits we are offering are not sustainable. I would like to see this issue addressed before the next negotiations.” The board also approved the 2010-11 agreement with the Thornapple Kellogg Education Support Personnel Association (TKESP). This one-year contract included a .5 percent increase on both the base and off schedules, as well as other adjustments. For the TKESP members this is a one percent raise with only .5 percent added to base salary as well. TKESP members also will have higher deductible health insurance and the higher copay insurance card, again saving the district more than 6 percent of total health insurance costs. For both teaching and support personnel, the deductible amount for care by participating physicians goes from zero to a deductible of $100 for an individual or $200 for a family for physicians within the network. In the pharmacy area, co-pay costs stay at $10 for generic drugs. However, brand-name prescription co-pay amount will go from $20 to $40 per brand-name prescription. The TKESP contract was approved by a vote of 6-1 with Ward voting no. Ward told his fellow board members that he feared setting a precedent the district would not be able to continue. Following the votes, board member Scott Kiel shared his concerns. “I acknowledge the great work of both the teachers and support staff,” said Kiel. “I support the outstanding work the administrative team did in negotiating.” He also said that while both votes were split, the board is speaking with one voice. He stressed that the vote reflects the serious concerns of the board in regard to the structural problems of state funding and future costs — especially those related to benefits and capital projects.” Kiel noted that TK has used some of bond funds for capital improvements that most districts pay out of their operating budgets, buses, ongoing building repairs and new technology. He said he is very concerned that the 201011 school year budget will have no funds for new textbooks. “We can get by with that for a year or so, but not much longer,” he commented. “Any additional program cuts will hinder our ability to provide our children a quality education.” Kiel concluded his remarks saying, “This collective-bargaining agreement does not do as much as it could to deal with our structural cost problem or containing the cost of benefits. In fact, this agreement will cause our expenses to rise at a slightly higher rate than the budget we approved in late June.” Marcy also presented the board with a resolution for refunding 2002 bonds which will save the district approximately $385,000 in interest payments. “Refunding will help the debt fund pay off the debt more quickly and take advantage of savings,” she told the board. Board President Don Haney added the resolution will save taxpayers money. Marcy and Superintendent Gary Rider will work with lenders, now that the board has approved the refunding, on the date the refunding will occur with a goal of saving the most money. Past and present Hastings Charter Township Board members gather at the original township hall, now at Charlton Park. by David DeDecker Staff Writer Hastings Charter Township Board members came back home when they held their Sept. 14 meeting in the original township hall. The 1886 structure was donated to Charlton Park when the township built a new facility. Recently, board members decided to adopt the historic hall and help with the building’s upkeep at Charlton Park. Past township board members also attended the celebration. Charlton Park Board Chairman Kraig Leathers, the park’s previous director Keith Ferris, and new director Dan Patton also attended the adoption celebration. “I hope this relationship can continue to grow, and we can put together events to attract people of the township,” said Patton. Ferris thanked the board and residents of Hastings Charter Township for adopting their original township hall. “I think it is a great compliment that you all stepped up to continue with the care of the hall,” said Ferris. In other business, Keith Murphy told board members that the next Michigan Townships Association meeting will be Sept. 21, at 7 p.m., at the Commission on Aging building in Hastings. Refreshments start at 6:30 p.m. The treasurer’s report included information on certificates of deposit made at Chemical Bank and Commercial Bank, which was approved. Approval also was granted to use over/under cash account when tax bills are under $1, instead of using the checkbook. Clerk Bonnie Cruttenden has ordered ballots for the next election. She also took part in the Prairieville vote recount. Voting equipment is scheduled for routine inspection The driveway at the township cemetery has been fixed. Supervisor Jim Brown provided written information on township campgrounds, and mentioned that he would like a future discussion about using vacant township land. “It’s something to think about,” he said. “There are hundreds of uses, but go ahead and read this and let’s start talking about recreational property. It could tie into the Rails and Trails program or something similar.” The meeting was adjourned. The next township meeting will be at 7 p.m. Oct. 12. After official township business, past and present members of the Hastings Charter Township Board celebrate the building adoption with cake and ice cream. �Page 2 — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner City of Hastings approves agreement to buy property Stuck in the middle This oversized truck is stalled after a breakdown near the intersection of Green Street and Michigan Avenue in Hastings late Friday morning, Sept. 10. An officer from the Hastings Police Department directed traffic for four hours until the truck’s drive shaft could be repaired. According to the police, the rig was from Wisconsin heading to Pennsylvania. Apparently, three rigs were spaced about an hour apart, with this as the lead truck. The trucks were said to be transporting parts of a windmill. The City of Hastings is purchasing a portion of this property, 420 S. Hanover St., at the intersection of Green Street. The rest of the property is being purchased by the Michigan Department of Transportation by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer After going into closed session to discuss the purchase or lease of real property at end of its regular meeting, the Hastings City Council returned to open session Monday evening and approved a motion to purchase a portion of the property located at 402 S. Hanover St. Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield said the city, with funds from the Downtown Development Authority (DDA), is purchasing the portion of the property owned by Mark Englerth at the intersection of Green and Hanover streets for $4,700; the rest of the property is being purchased by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). Mansfield said MDOT has plans to improve sight lines at the intersection. While the city has no immediate plans for its portion of the property, he said it will likely be developed aesthetically as a scenic entryway to the city. In other business, the council: • Accepted the resignation of Dorothy Conklin from the DDA and appointed Deb Hatfield to assume the seat, which expires Dec. 31, 2012. •Approved a request from Hastings High School to allow the Homecoming Parade to start promptly at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1, at the high school and proceed east on West South Street before turning north on South Church Street, then West on Clinton Street, the south on Young Street and back to the high school. • Approved a motion accepting Leach Lake and Middle Lake area sanitary sewer improvements, located within the city limits to the city’s sewer system inventory as anticipated in the city’s agreement with Carlton and Hastings townships. • Awarded a bid for a Cat 930H coupler to Michigan Cat in the amount of $14,548 and for a Cat 621BXT coupler to AIS Construction Equipment for the amount of $15,540, for a total combined amount not to exceed $29,998 as recommended by Hastings Director of Public Service Tim Girrbach. • Approved a proposal form Trojan Technologies for upgrades to the ultra-violet disinfection system at the wastewater treatment plant in the amount not to exceed $41,925 as recommended by Girrbach. • Set 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31, as the hours for trick or treating in the city. Legislation to help reduce repeat drunk driving offenses signed into law Legislation aimed at helping reduce the number of repeat drunk driving offenses in Michigan was recently signed into law, said Sen. Patty Birkholz, sponsor of the measure. “Unfortunately, drunk driving offenders often continue to operate vehicles even when their licenses have been revoked,” said Birkholz, R-Saugatuck Township. “To help address this problem, the new law will allow repeat offenders to drive for necessary purposes using an ignition interlock device, but will also keep the safety of other drivers and riders a top priority.” The new law establishes restricted driver’s license requirements for individuals participating in the Sobriety Court Interlock Project’ pilot program. The program will allow repeat alcohol offenders to obtain a restricted license and drive a vehicle that has an ignition interlock device. Participants will be limited to driving to and from work, school or treatment programs. Birkholz said she was contacted by Eaton County Judge Harvey Hoffman, a national leader in the sobriety courts and drug treatment movement, about sponsoring the legislation. “Because of Judge Hoffman’s work in drug courts, Eaton County has experienced a significant success rate in helping many families stay together,” Birkholz said. “The program gives judges more discretion to divert nonviolent alcohol offenders into treatment programs instead of simply incarcerating them. It will increase the likelihood of keeping drunk drivers off the road.” As part of the pilot program, participants would have to comply with the principles outlined for drug treatment courts. The state legislature will receive an annual report regarding the success of the pilot program. According to Birkholz, Mothers Against Drunk Driving supports the installation of ignition interlock devices on vehicles of repeat offenders as a way to keep them employed, while still protecting the public from intoxicated drivers. 77549537 Rutland board approves 2011 management plan for Algonquin Lake by David DeDecker Staff Writer At its Sept. 8 meeting, Rutland Charter Township board approved the 2011 aquatic management plan for Algonquin Lake, as presented. The estimated budget for the year is $49,000 to $60,000 for water quality testing and weed control. Jason Broekstra, biologist from Professional Lake Management, and Patrick Sharpe, president of the Algonquin Lake Association, were available for questions. In other lake news, the Podunk Lake Association, now disbanded, received a bill from the Barry County Drain Commissioner. The bill, addressed to David McGlocklin, stated that the association owed the county $755 for three dam inspections conducted in 2004, 2007 and 2010. The letter also stated the Barry County Board of Commissioners had authorized payment for the dam inspections in the past. “But, in 2005, decided it was not appropriate to pay for a benefit to one entity from the county’s general tax fund,” wrote the drain commissioner in the letter, adding that lake residents should be responsible for the cost. Rutland Charter Township Supervisor Jim Carr sent a letter in response to the drain commissioner but said he has not received a response. The Rutland Charter Township Board voted Wednesday against paying the $755 bill. In other business: • Carr announced he will be applying for a position on the county’s animal advisory board. • Ken Smith and Ruth Hill, the Rutland Charter Township representatives on the Hastings Public Library board, informed the township board of heating and cooling concerns at the library. Box fans in the raised floor were not fitted properly, and the two reported that the facility’s electric and gas bills were greater than expected. The general contractor and architectural firm are investigating at no charge to the library, they said. • Cemetery grave markers for two Civil War veterans were set in place in the Rutland Cemetery on M-37 and Upton Road. The federal government supplied two marble stones. Mike Hallifax volunteered time and materials to pour cement foundations and set the markers. A ceremony will be held in the near future with full military honors. • Paperwork for McKeown Farms LLC to enter property into the Farmland and Open Space Preservation Program was formally approved and completed. • The township investment and depository resolution was approved and finalized. Savings and checking will stay at Commercial Bank for now. The next Rutland Charter Township Board meeting will be Oct. 13 at 7:30 p.m. in the township hall. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — Page 3 Changes in first day well received at HHS The first day of the new academic year at Hastings High School had a different format. Instead of spending the day following their new class schedules, students participated in an orientation day Sept. 8. The morning consisted of students followed their graduating class through different sessions in the morning. These sessions included a range of topics designed to address certain aspects of school, including a class meeting, training on computer usage, focus on successful study habits, school pictures, a club fair and a speech by Hastings graduate and former baseball player Dann Howitt. The sessions were followed with a free all-school lunch with the Saxon Spirit Bus. In the afternoon, students followed their class schedules for abbreviated periods to meet their teachers and learn class expectations. The day ended with a pep assembly. Students said they felt the Orientation Day was a good way to begin the new year. Senior Josh Stacy said he was glad to not be rushed right into classes on the first day. Junior Farrah Salazar agreed. “I thought it was better than any other first day,” she said. Seniors Jessica Quillen and Myrina Clements said their favorite part was the club fair. “I would not be getting involved with some of those clubs if we hadn’t had that club fair to learn about them,” said Quillen. Other students, like junior Meg Travis, were glad to have the class meeting on the first day. “We don’t have to take up our time later to have our class meetings,” she said. Howitt pointed out the benefits of growing up in Hastings and how that impacted him while playing for the Mariners, Oakland A’s and Chicago White Sox. “He encouraged us to appreciate our small town more. He shared stories about how his teammates enjoyed hearing stories about HHS, and he even shared copies of The Banner with his team. They liked seeing what living in a small town was like,” junior Sarah Sleevi reported. Students also were surprised by raffle prizes given out, including gift certificates to area businesses and restaurants, Saxon Tshirts, and a DVD player. The day didn’t end when students left the building. In the evening, parents were invited Teachers prepare to serve lunch to students on the first day at Hastings High School. Students learn about various school organizations at a club fair at Hastings High School Sept. 8. to a welcome-back hot dog roast and then attended an open house. “We were very impressed with attendance at open house this year,” Principal Tim Johnston said. “We at least doubled our regular attendance. It was great to see parents and teachers sharing a meal together. We are thrilled with the excitement this first day has created. With all the hard work of our staff and the great student body we have, it is a great day to be a Saxon.” Students enjoy a free hot dog lunch on the first day of school. The Lakewood Area Choral Society and organist Scott Smith will present a joint concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 26 at the Grand Ledge Opera House in Grand Ledge. This will be the choir’s eighth performance at the opera house. Robert C. Oster, conductor of the choral society, and Scott Smith, the house organist for the opera house, will be collaborating on this joint performance. The fully restored Grand Ledge Opera House opened in 1884 as a roller skating rink. Later, it showcased traveling shows and vaudeville acts. Currently, it hosts many business and social occasions, as well as various musical events. Scott Smith, the curator of the organ at the opera house, owns and operates a pipe organ business, Scott Smith Pipe Organs, LLC, which services and restores theater and church pipe organs. He performs concerts across the country and is the author of numerous articles on the organ. Smith is also a recording artist and will be performing on the opera house’s 1928 theater pipe organ. The Lakewood Area Choral Society, formed in 1986 by Robert C. Oster, is currently celebrating its 25th anniversary year and boasts a roster of more than 100 singers. The choral society will perform Broadway and pop music, including: “Another Openin’” from the musical “Kiss Me, Kate,” “Moon River” from “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” and a medley called “The Music of MGM” with excerpts from “That’s Entertainment,” “San Francisco,” “Singin’ in the Rain” and several others. They will also feature a Sweet Adeline arrangement of “Ain’t We Got Fun” and a barbershop arrangement of “Coney Island Baby.” The concert will conclude with Scott Smith accompanying the choir on “God Bless America.” Yearly, the choral society presents numerous sacred and secular concerts throughout the state. They have performed at the Welsh Auditorium in Grand Rapids, Miller Auditorium in Kalamazoo and the Renaissance Center in Detroit. The choral society has appeared twice at the annual Grand Rapids Arts Festival, at Art in the Park in Lake Odessa, and has held many concerts at various fairs, schools, and churches. The choir has sung the National Anthem for the West Michigan Whitecaps, the Lansing Lugnuts, and the Detroit Tigers as well as for high school basketball games in the Lakewood area. In the past 13 years, the choral society has embarked on two European trips, in 1997 and 2000, as well as a trip to New York in June of 2004. In 2007, the choral society returned to New York and then cruised to Canada, with concerts performed in Halifax and Saint John. A 25th anniversary trip to Chicago was taken in June this year. The Grand Ledge Opera House is located at 121 S. Bridge St. in Grand Ledge. Advance tickets are $10 per person; tickets at the door are $12. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, Sept. 16 — Movie Memories celebrates the screenplays of Tennessee Williams with “Suddenly Last Summer,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17 — preschool story time about books, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 18 — Talk Like a Pirate Day (talk like a pirate to one of the librarians to dip into the treasure chest); Anime Club, 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, Sept. 20 — library board, 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 21 — toddler story time about traffic signs, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22 — First to Third Club, 4 to 5 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library for more information at 269-945-4263. Hastings City Bank K Lakewood Area Choral Society and organist to present joint concert n ’ i p e e ! l a c o l it Barry County’s only local bank has a friendly, knowledgeable staff ready to help you find the products and services that meet your needs. Ask us about our totally free checking account! Our quick switch kit will have you transferring your accounts in no time. Call or stop in today to discover the Hastings City Bank difference! We want to be your bank! 77549729 1-888-422-2280 �Page 4 — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV County residents: Get involved, save your programs! Moving monument would be foolish To the editor: I am of the opinion that the proposed move of the Civil War monument from Tyden Park to the Barry County Courthouse lawn is foolish. Even if it is to be done with private funds, I consider it to be irrational. The proposal suggests that a new courthouse memorial would offer an area for peaceful reflection. I ask, is this really likely at the busiest and noisiest intersection in Barry County — an intersection that will undoubtedly get busier and noisier as the years pass? It’s also said that it won’t cost taxpayers a dime because it will all be done with private fundraising. I’m willing to bet that the cost of the preliminary plans already came out of city funds — the same city that is cutting staff and services in budget cuts. Don’t get me wrong, I fully support paying tribute to fallen veterans, after all they fought for my right to write this letter. However, the current location at Tyden Park would serve as a wonderful site for an expansion of a memorial. In addition, the surroundings there would be more serene and establish a focal point at a wonderful city park. It would also seem to be a natural step toward the continued development of the city’s riverwalk, when the economic climate is better. Furthermore, consider with reasonable foresight the possibility that someday the current county courthouse becomes too expensive to continue to put money into for operation and maintenance, and our children and grandchildren are forced to make the decision to vacate the historic building and move on with something new. Would it then be prudent to move the monument for a third time in order to make room for the redeveloped use of the courthouse land? I believe that a city park makes better long-term sense as a stable home for this memorial. I urge the city officials putting this plan forward — and the county officials who are essentially giving away county property — to please take a step back and consider the long-term logic of this proposal, as well as the short-term impression of extravagance to a citizenry concerned by a very depressed economy. Paul Ballinger, Hastings Arts and crafts seems more like a flea market To the editor: What has happened to Hastings Summerfest arts and craft show? Who is letting all the flea market and buy/sell items into a show that is suppose to be hand crafted arts and crafts. The arts and craft show is supposed to be juried. Crafters have to send three pictures to the committee, two pictures of the vendors making the crafts and one picture of their booth set-up. Everyone has to sign an agreement stating they make their own products and there will be no buy/sell items in their booth for sale. I personally would love to see the pictures of the crafters who are making plastic squirt guns and water yo-yo’s. Purchasing water marbles, putting them in a vase with a silk flower and a bamboo stick is not what I consider handmade. These are all purchased products, put into a glass vase and sold for a very high price. Everything vendors sell is supposed to be handcrafted, not massproduced by machines. Most crafters work their biscuits off all winter to make nice quality, handmade items that they take pride in selling to the public. We have heard public comment on how much they appreciate the workmanship and dedication true crafters put into making quality products. I look around at the vendors’ booths and I see how a lot of people put their talents to work so products being sold are “made in the USA,” instead of China and the likes. Most people have no idea how much time crafters put into making their products. I do, since my companion and I are also crafters. I want to commend all the other crafters who work so hard to make nice quality crafts. All the handmade wooden items, stained-glass sun catchers, clothing that takes hours to make – one item at a time. I think it’s time the Summerfest craft committee follows its policy and takes the time to jury the applicants. Stop letting junk that can be purchased at flea markets into what used to be a nice arts and craft show. Virginia Wager, M&M Crafts Hastings Care providers are unsung heroes To the editor: I am a person on the mend from an auto accident. I never figured it could happen to me; it would happen to someone else. Now, when I see accidents of any kind, I feel their pain. Most people don’t realize the total life changes that can occur for victims and their families. It’s time to give a huge thank you to all the supporting cast of health care providers who get to the problems quickly and tend to victims’ needs throughout a hospital stay and rehab process. These care providers, at all levels, are true unsung heroes. It’s not easy to handle tragic cases of people you don’t know. Patients put their lives and trust into these providers’ hands and hope for the best outcome possible. People may not appreciate the families’ side of the equation. It’s usually a total change of lifestyle within the family so enough time can be spent with the affected love one. Often the time management hassles of the patient’s family goes unnoticed. It’s tough on both sides of the equation. The family needs a lot of support to get through the situation. They play a huge part in the recovery process of the patient. Now for a newfound appreciation for all the rehab care providers. These people tend to their rehab duties and do a very good job getting their patients back to living normally, as quick as possible. Finally, to all the good citizens who make life easier for a person moving around on walkers or in wheelchairs, thank you for holding doors or helping out in tough situations. The recipients appreciate your help. Stephen Jacobs, Hastings Last week, the Barry County Board of Commissioners moved its regular meeting to the circuit court room to accommodate hundreds of citizens expected to oppose proposed budget cuts to county-funded departments and organizations. Budget reductions aren’t something Barry County faces alone; in fact, it’s happening to business, industry and governments at all levels, as they deal with the effects of a lingering sluggish economy. At last week’s meeting representatives from the Barry Conservation District, MSU Extension, county parks and recreation and the Barry Economic Development Alliance along with register of deeds, equalization, emergency management, building and grounds, sheriff’s department and the Hastings airport appeared to share concerns over proposed cuts issued by the county board. The board had previously divided funding proposals into two categories: mandated and non-mandated programs. The difference, as the titles implies, is a matter of discretional funding, leaving little consideration to what they call non-mandated programs. As the current chairman of the Barry Economic Development Alliance, I was asked, along with one of our board members Keith Ferris, to represent not only the Alliance but also all of the nonmandated programs because of their impact on our community. One of the non-mandated programs is MSU Extension and the 4H program. The program attracts hundreds of local youths, so if the county isn’t willing to invest in MSU Extension, what would happen to the program, not to mention the Conservation District and other vital programs on the cutting block? These are difficult times; they call for strong leadership — not a cop-out to completely cut off funding for these programs. The Alliance recommended a one-year continuation of funding, using some of the county’s rainy day funds along with the formation of an ad hoc committee to assist in identifying ways to reduce recurring costs within the county budget. A small group of business professionals and commissioners could dig into the budget looking for long-term savings. Most of the presenting organizations were willing to reduce their budgets to accommodate the county’s revenue shortage — except one. Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf presented a request for an increase of $117,000 for the liaison program. He stated that the schools are unable to fully fund their portions of the costs, so he was asking the county board to pick up the shortfall. Sheriff Leaf began his presentation stating, “You guys got a piece of meat yet for these wolves out here?” I was sitting in the front row and heard his comment plainly. This isn’t the first time the sheriff has made off-hand comments in public, but this time he was out of order. The room was filled with 4-H families and volunteers, business representatives and interested citizens who were there because they had concerns over programs they felt were important to the county. For Leaf to dismiss our dedication of setting aside more than half a day to attend the meeting and to characterize our presence as “wolves” shows blatant disrespect toward the community. Everyone in the audience understood the county’s budget problems, yet we didn’t agree with the way the county went about addressing them. Those who attended sensed board members didn’t have a great deal of working knowledge on the budget or the process of its evaluation. Plus, it appeared easy for some board members to take a hard-line position because only three of them face any level of competition for their jobs in the upcoming election. Residents in attendance weren’t there to threaten the board; Write Us A Letter Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. HERE ARE THE RULES: The Hastings Banner welcomes letters to the editor from readers, but there are a few conditions that must be met before they will be published. The requirements are: • All letters must be signed by the writer, with address and phone number provided for verification. All that will be printed is the writer’s name and community of residence. 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Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. they were present to show support for what they felt were great community programs. When the board met Tuesday to continue budget discussions, it appeared as though board leadership had an underlying plan to nix all funding for the non-mandated programs. When a proposal to reduce all departments by a specific percentage was brought up, Board Chair Robert Houtman said he wouldn’t support any reductions because he didn’t know how it would impact their serviceability. Yet, he wasn’t concerned over any of the other programs or their funding reductions which he was prepared to cut in half or cut completely. I also found it offensive when Commissioner Craig Stolsonburg, referring to last week’s meeting, accused local residents of “parading” their kids and volunteers in front of the board just to save 4-H, when in his eyes it was never in jeopardy. The parading he referenced was a quiet collection of parents and kids who gathered on the courthouse lawn to show support for a program that’s important to them. How else does he expect constituents to voice their opinions on issues being discussed by elected officials? It appears that board leadership had no intention of working with the non-mandated programs. They voted four times before approving a 24 percent reduction – the only reason they went along with the 24 percent cut is that they didn’t have the votes to fully cut off funding. Where’s the leadership? If Commissioner Michael Callton, who is running for state representative and made the motion to reduce funding and ignoring his constituents, can’t show strong leadership over a county budget with a surplus, what’s he going to do when he faces a state budget with a history of deficit. I don’t have any problems with county officials’ dedication to keeping their financial house in order, but I think they should be showing true leadership along with fiscal responsibility. It’s not as though the county is in a precarious financial situation. Last year, the fund balance was in excess of $1.5 million, and it appears this year the delinquent tax fund may throw off an excess of $600,000. To callously snub hundreds, if not thousands, of local citizens who have dedicated years to these programs and the impact they have on our community is disgraceful at the very least. Anyone who is close to these so-called non-mandated programs understands how important they are to so many people and if they go away or become reduced to the point that they cannot operate effectively, then we as community will suffer. It’s not fair to cut now when the programs are more important in these difficult economic times. Former boards considered these surplus funds for a rainy day, need I say more? It’s time to say, as Howard Beal did in the 1976 movie “Network,” when OPEC nations were debating how much to increase the price of oil forcing us into an economic nightmare, “Well, it’s time to tell our elected officials that, ‘I’m as mad as hell, and I’m not gonna take this anymore.’” It’s leadership like this that gets us into these needless situations. Barry County residents need to send commissioners a message loud and clear: “We can all work together to weather the storm, but not at the expense of programs that are meaningful to most of the residents of the county. Go back to the drawing board and come up with a reasonable plan or step aside and let someone with the skills and leadership qualities do the job.” Would improving three R’s stimulate economy? The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... President Obama has suggested another focussed tax incentive program for roads, railways and runways. Do you think this initiative, if passed by Congress, would help stimulate the economy? A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman Teresa Jozwic, Dowling: “Yes. I guess you need good transportation to move things around and that helps the economy.” Alma Czinder, Hastings: “No, our stimulus has to come back to the lower class. It has to filter up instead of filtering down, which is what this would be doing.” Bob Burgdoff, Hastings: “No, it won’t work. I don’t agree with it. I am a World War II veteran, and I don’t like what’s going on in this country these days.” Bruce Vaughn, Hastings: “It’s hard to say. They’ve already given out so much money. It seems the more money they put out, the more debt we’re in. I hate to see the country slowly going into more debt, but maybe this one will help it.” Emma Kauffman, Lake Odessa: “No, I’m not sure the ripple effect of road construction will benefit many. There are so many other things in the country that could use government help, not just the transportation.” Mark Woodman, Sunfield: “It will stimulate the bottom line of road construction companies, but I’m not sure about the rest of us. We all like nice roads, and road work is very visible for politicians to point to, but we will all have to pay for it, eventually.” • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — Page 5 Summerfest parade winners announced Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES Avoid dangers of ‘over-concentration’ Summerfest Grand Parade Chair Bobbie Wilkins (second from left) presents representatives from the Thornapple Arts Council (from left) Joe LaJoye, Megan Lavell, Tom Wiswell and Don Myers with the first place ribbon for the marching/band division. Absent from photo is sponsor Mike McLeod of McLeod Chiropractic. When you were in school, you had to concentrate on your studies. When you began your career, you had to concentrate on your work. In fact, in just about every endeavor in life, concentration is essential for success. However, as an investor, you may find that you actually don’t want to concentrate too much. That’s not to say you shouldn’t concentrate on your investment decisions — you should. But if you concentrate too much money in one investment, or one type of investment, you could run into problems. Suppose, for example, that your portfolio is almost entirely devoted to growth stocks. During a good economy, growth stocks generally tend to do well, so if we’re enjoying a period of sustained growth, your portfolio might show some good returns. But if the economy slumps while you own only growth stocks, you could sustain losses that may take a long time from which to recover. On the other hand, if you over-concentrate on fixedincome investments, such as bonds, your principal value might increase when interest rates are falling (as interest rates and bond prices are inversely related), but when interest rates rise, your bond portfolio will likely lose principal value. To help avoid the problems of over-concentration, it's important to own a range of investments, which may include stocks, bonds, gov- ernment securities and certificates of deposit (CDs). While this type of diversification cannot, by itself, guarantee a profit or protect against loss, it can help reduce the effects of volatility on your portfolio. Of course, how you choose to allocate your assets will depend on a variety of factors, including the following: • Your goals — Your ultimate objectives should help govern your investment strategy. If you are planning to retire early and then start a new business, you may need to invest more aggressively than, say, your neighbor, who wants to work as long as possible and then stay close to home, pursuing inexpensive hobbies. • Your risk tolerance — Just as we all have different personalities, we have different tolerances for investment risk. If you can assume greater risk in exchange for potentially higher returns, you may be a more aggressive investor. Conversely, if you’re willing to take lower returns as a trade-off for greater protection of your principal, you’re probably a more conservative investor. However, to achieve your goals, you may consider moving outside your investment “comfort zone” from time to time. • Your time horizon — Your stage of life will also affect your investment choices. If you are just starting your career, you can probably afford to invest more aggressively than if Delton to hire additional kindergarten teacher Gold Star Outdoors took first place in the float division and first place over all in the Summerfest Grand Parade. Pictured are Mike King from King’s Electronics Appliances and Bedding presenting a check for the float division to Chad Perkins, Dave Holcomb and Brad Perkins from Gold Star. Absent from photo is sponsor Eldon Newmyer form Newmyer Chiropractic. by David DeDecker Staff Writer The Delton Kellogg School Board held a special meeting to address staffing issues Wednesday, Sept. 8. With a total of 109 kindergarten students enrolling for the 2010-11 school year, the board discussed class size with four current kindergarten teachers. The board voted to add a fifth kindergarten teacher and the job opening has been posted. “We have also added a section in fifth-sixth grade because of class size,” said Superintendent Paul Blacken. “We anticipated these increases in the spring, but because of budget constraints, we waited until this fall to add another section. It’s the fiscally responsible way to approach class load.” The board accepted the resignations of Kassandra McGuire and Kim Boysen as middle school paraprofessionals. New hires include Michelle Green, high school secretary; Linda Tuftadal, middle school parapro; Cheryl Johnson, preschool parapro and Candy Valentine, elementary school parapro. The regular scheduled Delton Kellogg school board meeting will take place Monday, Sept. 20, at 7 p.m. at the elementary school. you are nearing retirement, at which time you may want to cut down on risks. To build a diversified portfolio that reflects your goals, risk tolerance and time horizon, you may want to work with a professional financial advisor — someone who can assess your situation and recommend choices that are appropriate for your needs. By concentrating on a unified investment strategy — instead of over-concentrating on a specific type of investment — you can focus on where you want to go and what you need to do to get there. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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At the Czinder/Hallmark Building Dan Wolf (left) from Dan’s Equine Dentistry, which sponsored the animal division, and his daughters Julianna and Sydney (front, first and second from left) present Kendall Kamphis, (front row, right) a member with a check, While Summerfest Grand Parade Chair Bobbie Wilkins (right) presents (second row, from left) Kasey Adams, Bonnie Adams and Jennifer Davis, representing Youth for Education. 110 W. State St. • Downtown Hastings Tickets: Adults - $8, Children, Students & Seniors - $6 Advance Tickets available at Progressive Graphics The Thornapple Players is a non-profit organization providing theatrical opportunities to the Barry County area. For more information call (269) 945-2332 or visit our website at: www.thornappleplayers.com Members of the Community Theatre Association of Michigan 77549739 Area Locations to purchase the Hastings Banner! Bobbie Wilkins (left), chair of the Summerfest Grand Parade, presents Herb Andler and Claudia Andler-Reed of Justin Carriage Works with the first place ribbon for the mobile division while sponsor Bob Byington (right) of Depot Law Office presents them with a check. Float — Gold Star Outdoors, first place and first place overall; Thornapple Players, second place; Hastings City Bank, third place. Animal — Bonnie Adams Youth for Education, first place; Yoder’s Exotic Animals, second place; Barry County Humane Society, third. Middleville: Speedway Middleville Marketplace Greg’s Get-It-N-Go Shell Gun Lake: Sam’s Gourmet Foods Gun Lake Amoco Gun Lake Shell Orangeville: Orangeville Fast Stop Pine Lake: Pine Lake Grocery Prairieville: Bradley Fast Stop Cloverdale: Cloverdale General Delton: Felpausch Michigan Short Stop Shell Fine Lake: Fine Lake Party Store Banfield: Banfield General Store Lacey: Clyde’s Sportsman Post Dowling: Goldsworthys Dowling General Store Woodland: Woodland Express Nashville: Trading Post Little’s Country Store Shell MV Pharmacy Nashville C Store Carl’s Lake Odessa: Lake-O-Express Lake-O-Mart Shell Carl’s Freeport: L & J’s Freeport Milling Shelbyville: Weick’s Food Town The Store at Southshore 77542189 Hastings Summerfest Grand Parade Committee announced the 2010 winners in the following categories: Band/marching — Thornapple Arts Council, first place; J-Ad Graphics, second place; Hastings Elks, third place. Mobile — Justin Carriage Works, first place; Dave Steeby Squirt truck, second place; Historic Charlton Park, third place. Hastings: One Stop Shop (BP) (M-43 North) Tom’s Market Superette Family Fare One Stop Food (BP) (M-37 South) Hastings Speedy Mart (Shell) Bosley Back Door Deli Admiral Penn-Nook Gift Shop P.B. Gas Station (W. State St.) Eye-N-ENT BP Gas Station (M-37 West) Algonquin Lake Party Store Xpress Mart �Page 6 — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lakewood Choral Society to have silver anniversary reunion To commemorate its 25th anniversary, the Lakewood Area Choral Society will be hosting a reunion celebration for all current and past members. This gala event will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6 at Grace Community Church, located at 8950 E. M-79 Highway in Nashville. Reservations are needed this month, however. Since its inception in January of 1986, the choral society has been a place for people who love to sing to come and be a part of something far bigger than themselves, a spokesperson said. The choir has had more than 500 members from 21 communities and 24 zip codes participate in its organization since its founding. The diversity of its membership is obvious, with ages from 20 to more than 80 and many varied occupations. What unites them is their love of choral singing and a deep bond of friendship that has developed into a sense of family. The anniversary reunion party will be a chance for former and current members to reconnect with each other and reminisce their many years of singing, traveling and recording together. A video highlighting many of their performances will be shown at the event. Cost to attend the reunion is $5 per person, to be paid at the door, and includes dessert and a commemorative gift. All former members are encouraged to “save the date” and R.S.V.P. by Sept. 25 to Cindy Gillette at 616890-4388 or cgillette@cablespeed.com. Worship Together… Area Obituaries AnnaMae Kenfield Mark J. Anderson Terry Lynn Parnell 77549607 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http:// trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. PRAIRIEVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 12711 S. M-43 Hwy., Delton, MI 49046 (1 mile south of Gilmore Car Museum). Pastor Larry Saunders. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-Noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. The praise team rehearses on Wednesday’s at 6:30 p.m. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-731-5194 or -517-8521806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-945-9121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday MidWeek: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost - Sept. 19 - Worship 8 & 10:45 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Mission Team Meeting 12:00.Men and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7 p.m.; Women’s Al-Anon 7 p.m. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-9459414 or 945-2645; fax 269-9452698. http://www.discovergrace. org HASTINGS, MI - AnnaMae Kenfield, age 91, of Hastings, passed away at her residence on Monday, September 13, 2010. She was born June 27, 1919, the daughter of Floyd and Florence (Thompson) Dunnigan. AnnaMae graduated from Hastings High School in 1938. She was employed at the Hastings Egg Plant, Metal Tile and was a nurses aid for 19 years at Thornapple Manor, where she retired in 1979. She was married to Robert J. Hart on March 30, 1939 in Byran, OH. He passed away in 1969. AnnaMae later married Richard C. Kenfield on December 10, 1977. He passed away in 1990. AnnaMae volunteered for 16 years at Pennock Hospital. She attended the Barry County Church of Christ. She was a member of the Barry County Sports Women's club for 38 years, MUCC and the Nashville VFW. AnnaMae enjoyed fishing, gardening and traveling. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Robert J. Hart, and Richard C. Kenfield; son, Michael J. Hart; daughter, Brenda K. Shoup; and brother, Rex (Evelyn) Dunnigan. AnnaMae is survived by her daughter, Beverly (Larry) Postema of Sand Lake; sonin-law, Steve Shoup of Nashville; daughterin-law, Christine Jenkins; stepchildren, Jack (Donna) Kenfield of Arizona, Helen (Clayton) Hauschild of Hastings, Michael Kenfield of Lansing, Judy Keller of Wisconsin; grandchildren, Teri (Andy) Derk of Fremont, Jason (Renee) Hart of Sylvan Lake, Greg (Janet) Shoup of Belding, Mindy (Jeff) Gauthier of Hastings, Doug (Kelsey) Postema of Holland; sisters-in-law, Lenora Kenfield and Jean James of Florida; nine great grandchildren with one on the way; three great-great granchildren; 16 step-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, great nieces, nephews, cousins, and many loving friends. Our sincere appreciation to Dr. Steven Wildern whom she fondly admired. Memorial contributions may be made to Pennock Hospice, American Diabetes Association or the Church Of Christ. Visitation will be held Monday, September 20, from 10 a.m. until service time. Memorial services will be held Monday, September 20, 2010 at noon at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. David Roper officiating. Interment will be at Woodland Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.) HASTINGS, MI - Mark J. Anderson, age 62, of Hastings, passed away at Pennock Hospital, Saturday, September 11, 2010. He was born June 26, 1948, the son of Harold and Marvel Jean (Hunt) Anderson. He attended Hastings High School and graduated in 1966. He then attended one year of college at Western Michigan University. Mark worked at EW Bliss for 11 years and retired in 2010. He married Christine Hall on November 9, 1967. Mark's greatest passion was mushrooming. He planned all year long for the mushrooming trip north. Mark also loved spending time with his two granddaughters, Natalie and Madalyn. He was preceded in death by his father, Harold (Drew) Anderson. Mark is survived by his wife, Christine; sons, Eric (Sherry) Anderson and Thomas Anderson; mother, Jean Anderson; two granddaughters, Natalie and Madalyn Anderson, all of Hastings; brother, Scott (Mary) Anderson of Scotts; and sister, Cynthia McCarty of Harbor Springs. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or a charity of one’s choice. Visitation will be held Friday, September 11, from 10 a.m. until service time at the Hope United Methodist Church. A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 17, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Hope United Methodist Church, 2920 S. M-37 Hwy., Hastings. Pastor Richard Moore will be officiating the service. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.) Pierce speaker format changed Due to a family emergency, Nicole Foss’ presentation at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute, scheduled for this Friday, Sept. 17, will be provided via video. The video was recently recorded in Wayland and is up to date. After the video, Foss will be on the phone live from Ottawa, Canada, to answer questions. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 231 S. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services – 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages. 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 6 p.m. Chancel Choir Practice. Saturday - 10 a.m. Praise Team.; 10 a.m. Youth Service - Dock Removal. Wednesday - 9:05 a.m. Confident Parenting Bible Study; 12 p.m. Newsletter Deadline. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Central dispatch employees honored Kurt Worm and Roxann Volosky are recognized Sept. 14 at the Barry County Central Dispatch staff meeting for their service. Worm reached his five-year milestone Sept. 3, and Volosky reached her 10-year milestone Aug. 14. Both were thanked and applauded for their dedicated service to the citizens of Barry County, said Phyllis Fuller, director of Barry County Central Dispatch. KENTWOOD, MI - Terry Lynn (Seeber) Parnell, age 55, of Kentwood, passed away from cancer on September 12, 2010. She was preceded in death by her father, Floyd Seeber, and her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Richard and Shirley Parnell. Surviving are her husband, Randall; her son, David Higgins and friend, Diana Franklin; her grandsons, Tyler, Brennen, and Jaiden Higgins; her mother, JoAnn Seeber; her sisters and brother, Diana Deal, Kim (Garry) Townsend, Greg (Tresa) Seeber; her brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Richard (Brenda) Parnell, Karen Reeder, Jeff Parnell, Robbie (Jeana) Parnell, Doyle (Candy) Parnell, Connie (Paul) Sommersfield. Terry's family will greet friends from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, September 16, at Stroo Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Michigan. Arrangements made by Stroo Funeral Home, 1095 68th St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508. www.stroofuneralhome.com. Be wary of Social Security scams by Vonda VanTil Social Security Public Affairs Specialist These days, everyone needs to be cautious of scams — Internet, mail, and even phone scams — that can damage credit score and your pocketbook. Any time someone asks for personal information, you should be wary. Particularly cruel are swindles that target Social Security beneficiaries. Recently, the Social Security Administration became aware of a scam targeting beneficiaries. Scammers telephoned beneficiaries to tell them they were due a “stimulus payment.” The scammer offered to deposit the payment to each beneficiary’s account once the personal and bank account information was provided. The scammer then contacted Social Security by telephone to request the benefits be deposited into a new account — the scammer’s account, to steal the payments. In a similar version of this criminal ploy, the scammer calls the beneficiary to “confirm” the beneficiary’s personal and financial information. As a rule of thumb, Social Security will not call anyone for personal information such as Social Security number or banking information. If someone contacts you and asks for this kind of information, do not give it. Never provide your Social Security number or other personal information over the telephone unless you initiated the contact or are confident of the person to whom you are speaking. If in doubt, do not release information without first verifying the validity of the call by contacting Social Security at 800-7721213. Anyone who has fallen victim to fraud or identity theft should be sure to file a report with the local police and keep a copy of the police report as proof of the crime. Learn more about Social Security at www.socialsecurity.gov. Vonda VanTil is the public affairs specialist for West Michigan. Write her c/o Social Security Administration, 50 College SE, Grand Rapids MI 49503 or via e-mail at vonda.vantil@ssa.gov. Call 945-9554 for Hastings Banner classified ads �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — Page 7 State leader speaks at Legion Auxiliary birthday celebration, awarded key to city Guest speaker Jackie Skinner receives a key to the City of Hastings from Mayor Robert May. Jackie Skinner, past state president of the American Legion Auxiliary, was the guest speaker for the 90th anniversary of Hastings Unit 45 American Legion Wo-men’s Auxiliary Wednesday, Sept. 1. The luncheon event was hosted by American Legion Post 45 with Judge Advocate Barry Wood serving as master of ceremonies. Guests included John Skinner, spouse of the speaker, Frank and Mae Ellsworth, state chaplain and Deb May. Also present at the head table were Denise Straley, local auxiliary president and Tom Straley, post commander. Skinner began her career in the Schoolcraft Unit 475 in 1973, including six terms as president. She served in many elected offices, served on the Girls State staff 17 years, was elected state president 1998-1999 and currently serves on the state finance committee. In her address, Skinner touched on the Auxiliary’s origin when “women continued in supportive roles after the veterans of World War I founded the American Legion in 1919. Auxiliary members today are wives, mothers, sisters, daughters, granddaughters and greatgranddaughters of these courageous veterans. Some Auxiliary members are veterans themselves,” she stated. Skinner noted that the Auxiliary raises more than $18 million every year and reinvests these funds in VA medical centers and community programs and is the backbone of assistance in 171 VA Medical Centers. Other programs include drug and alcohol abuse, missing children, teen suicide and teen pregnancy while working with organizations like the Children’s Miracle Network and Red Cross,” she said. “It surely is time to celebrate the 90th birthday of the American Legion Auxiliary and the many accomplishments its members have achieved over the years. Congratulations Unit 45 for the years of service you have provided, and happy birthday,” Skinner concluded. Mayor Robert May, a member of Post 45, providing closing remarks, presented the key to the city to Skinner and a proclamation denoting the 1922 original charter to Auxiliary President Denise Straley. Russ and Lila Nash celebrate 60 years Their children and grandchildren invite you to join them at the Hastings Moose Lodge, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2010 from 2 to 4 p.m. Russ and Lila were married Sept. 14, 1950. No gifts, please, just come and congratulate them. Koutz-Peck Steve and Debbie Reaser of Hastings, along with Rebecca Brown of Freeport, are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter, Sarah Reaser to Denny Walden, son of Dan and Lynda Walden of Dowling. Vows were exchanged in a private ceremony August 12, 2010 in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, overlooking the beautiful Sea of Cortez. The happy couple reside at their new home in Hastings. September wedding vows will ring when Molly Marie Koutz, daughter of Ron and Glenda Koutz of Hastings and Nicholas William Peck, son of Tom Peck of Hastings and Sandy Hornacek of Branch, commit their lives to each other in holy matrimony. Marriage Licenses Donald Lee Darrow, Martin and Stacey Lynn Stevens, Wayland. Isaac Mathew Franco, Nashville and Stacy Jo Shepperly, Vermontville. Travis Eric Graham, Woodland and Layla Faye Brilinski, Woodland. Joshua Lee Grasman, Ypsilanti and Lyndsay Leigh Rodgers, Hastings. Timothy Lawrence Hall, Freeport and Sarah Nicole Garrett, Hastings. Jeffrey Greely Marshall, Plainwell and Christa Lynn Dieter, Plainwell. Winfield Scott Matteson IV, Delton and Jennifer Lynn Boggiano, Delton. Mark Allen Musser, Hastings and Amanda Lynn Dean, Bloomingdale. Daniel Keith Stade, Freeport and Julie Ann Ford, Freeport. Troy Earl Wortinger, Delton and Christina Marie Larimer, Battle Creek. Local woman earns doctorate from MSU Hallock-Colon Leroy Robert Hallock and Erica Rose Colon of Woodland, MI, together with their families are pleased to announce the upcoming nuptials. Erica is a graduate of Family Christian Academy and is an Inspection Technician for TCF of MI. Leroy is a graduate of Lakewood High School and performs maintenance at TCF of MI. A fall afternoon wedding is set for Saturday, November 6, 2010. Welcome to the Do-It-Yourself DO-IT-YOURSELF CORNER Corner Is It Time to Dethatch? Thatch is a problem only when it becomes too thick. A layer of thatch 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick is beneficial to the lawn. When too thick, however, thatch is water and fertilizer repellent. You may think you are watering and fertilizing enough, when in fact the water and fertilizer never reaches the soil. Smiths to celebrate 60th wedding anniversary Dr. Denise Desgranges Newman Scott Hostetler of Clarksville. She lives with her husband, Dave, in Campbell Township, Clarksville. J-ad Graphics publishers of... Jack and Beverly (Johnson) Smith of Hastings will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on September 17, 2010. An open house for family and friends is being hosted by their son Bruce Smith and their close friend Sam Musto in Royal Oak, Mich. on Sunday, September 19 from 1 to 5 p.m. in honor of the occasion. Children of the couple are Brian and Lorree Smith of Charlotte, Mich., Bruce Smith of Royal Oak, Mich.; their daughter Brenda and Con Ahearn of Sterling Heights, Mich. Their ten grandchildren are Stephen, Andy and Kara Smith; Jacquelyn and Christina Smith; Bud, Jonathan, Jack, Thomas and Joey Ahearn. • The Reminder • Hastings Banner • Lakewood News • Maple Valley News • Middleville-Caledonia Sun and News • Lowell Ledger & Buyers Guide • Battle Creek Shopper News • Marshall Community Ad-Visor & Chronicle OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30AM - 5:00PM TI IN PR CIAL NG • CO • OR COL IN TI NG N PR 1351 N. M-43 HIGHWAY, HASTINGS • CO PIE S PRINTING PLUS HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 6:00PM O 1- H UT & G SI DE Maddix Ross Thomas, born at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing on Aug. 31, 2010 at 1:02 a.m. to Jeremiah and Casey Thomas of Lake Odessa. Weighing 9 lbs. 3 ozs. and 22 1/4 inches long. Welcomed home by big sister Alaina, 3 years old. ***** Kayla Lynn Price, born at St. Mary’s Hospital on Aug. 28, 2010 at 4:33 p.m. to Rachel Bouwens and Nate Price of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 8 ozs. and 22 inches long. Welcomed home by grandparents Ted and Denise Bouwens and Jeff and Deb Price of Middleville. Dethatching is typically performed every other year, although the actual frequency depends on the type of grass. Examining your lawn is the best way to tell whether it needs dethatching. Use a knife to remove a three-sided plug of lawn to see how deep the thatch is. The thatch is visible as a layer of peatlike material between the grass plants and the soil. Dethatching does damage the grass plants. So the best time to dethatch is just before a lawn has its most vigorous growth of the season — that way it has time to recover. Prime time for dethatching is early fall. A period of good growing conditions, such as during the fall, helps them to recover quickly. The most effective way to dethatch a home lawn is to rent a Power Rake from GRAND RENTAL STATON. The Power Rake resembles a heavy-duty power mower that has a series of revolving vertical knives that cut and pull through the thatch and bring it to the surface of the lawn. You then sweep, rake, or vacuum this material away. After removing thatch from your lawn, you can help the lawn recover by applying a complete fertilizer and watering it in to your lawn. Your welcome to attend GRAND RENTAL STATION'S dethatching clinic next Wednesday, September 22, at 6:30 pm. 575 Tanner Lake Road, Hastings, MI • Call us at 948-9891 Gun Lake • 269-672-5292 ~ STORAGE / WINTERIZING ~ • Indoor Storage • Pick Up & Delivery Available • Shrink Wrap • Oil Changes • Call for a FREE quote $ 25 OFF Any Storage Pick-Up Coupon expires December 1, 2010 $ 5 OFF Oil Change Inboard or Outboard Coupon expires December 1, 2010 $ OFF 75 Daily Fall Color Pontoon Rental Valid September 7 thru November 1, 2010 07551762 END OF SEASON CLOSEOUTS 77549735 Denise Desgranges Newman has earned a doctorate of philosophy degree from Michigan State University. Her degree, conferred in August, is from the Department of Education in Higher, Adult and Lifelong Education. Her dissertation is called “Community College Trustees in Michigan: The Experiences of Four Women” and is the exploration of the experiences of four women who serve as trustees on governing boards at community colleges in the state. Newman was born and raised in Lake Odessa and graduated from Lakewood High School. She has an associate’s degree from Inver Hills Community College in Minnesota, a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, and a master’s degree from Grand Valley State University. Currently, Newman is the director of enrollment services at Kellogg Community College in Battle Creek. She serves as the vice president of the Michigan Community College Admission Directors, is treasurer of the Michigan Association of College Admission Counseling, and is a member of the Michigan Association of Collegiate Registrar and Admission Officers; National Council on Student Development; and the Michigan Community College Student Services Association. She is the daughter of Bill and Barbara Desgranges of Lake Odessa, has two sons, Matthew (Brittany) Hostetler of Germany and Reaser-Walden �Page 8 — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner DKHS hosts back-to-school open house Lake Odessa The annual hunting and sports show will be held at the Depot Complex Sept. 25 and 26. Local people are invited to bring items for showing a day or two in advance. Hours will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Kim and Tony Deardorff are in charge of the exhibits. There have been items from trapping and fishing on display. Photos are always welcome. The Sebewa Center United Methodist Church is hosting the first of its season dinners Saturday, Sept. 18 in the dining room on Shilton Road at Bippley. Roast pork is the entree. Frances and Jeanette Simon are celebrating their 60th anniversary today. It is good news that M-66 is open to traffic in Woodland Township where a new bridge spans Mud Creek. The report is that traffic has been diverted for weeks to Barnum and Davenport roads. Also Grand River Avenue is open to through traffic from Jordan Lake Highway to Morrison Lake Road. The road was rebuilt to handle the heavy traffic to the new Herbruck facility where hens have free range. For that stretch, both this summer and fall of 2009 traffic was diverted to Portland Road. Denise Desgranges Newman earned her doctorate of philosophy degree from Michigan State University. She is the daughter of Aubrey “Bill” and Barbara (Sensiba) Desgranges. The Tri-River Museum group will meet Sept. 21, at the Flat River Museum in Greenville at 10 a.m. Many people attended the genealogy meeting Saturday when Gerard Perry of Ionia was the speaker. He appeared in full regalia of a Native American, complete with floor-length headpiece with feathers. Lola Haller was registrar for the meeting at which Lori Fox presided in the absence of President Pam Swiler who was ill. The society, many months ago, had on hand hundreds of the thick volume of stories of World War II men and women of Ionia County. Now less than 30 copies remain. The library was busy with searchers until 5 p.m. Refreshments were served by Betty Carey and Elaine Garlock. The First Families committee had a last-minute rush of entries for the 2010 class of entrants. Their data is being processed. There should be 14 new members. Outreach Christian Church on Jordan Lake Highway has its new sign with the new name. This sign has time and temperature readings. Corn has been ripening at a fast pace with the warmer-than-usual July. One field had been harvested by Saturday. It was on Freeport Avenue north of M-50 just over the county line in Bowne Township. Tuesday, farmers were harvesting field corn on Hawley Highway north of Saranac. Also noted were deer scampering for cover after their summer hideout was being removed. Country Chapel’s Annual Chicken BBQ Country Chapel UMC 07552822 …will be giving a private showing of the movie Country Chapel UMC will host it’s annual Chicken BBQ on SATURDAY, SEPT. 18TH. The chicken will be cooked over charcoal and 1/2 a plain or saucy chicken served with homemade macaroni or potato salad, fresh veggies, roll, drink and homemade cake or dessert. Dinner will begin at noon til the food runs out. The event will take place at Country Chapel, 9275 S. M-37, Dowling, MI. Phone 269-721-8077. Tickets are $7.00. A Silent Auction will be taking place during the dinner with all winners to be announced by the close of the BBQ. Those not present will be contacted to pick up their items. The Women of Mission will also be having a bake sale. Please join us for the delicious and enjoyable event. “Letters to God” 40’x40’ and 40’x60’ 07552325 September 26, 2010 at Country Chapel UMC, 9275 S. M-37 Hwy; Dowling, MI at 3:00 pm Admission is free. Free child care will be provided For more information phone 269-721-8077 2 BROTHERS AND A TENT Delton Kellogg High School teachers greeting parents and students at the door are (from left) Clint Waller, physics and geology; Andra Newington, technology; Janine Smith, special education; Sylvia Miller, mathematics; Michelle Frederick, civics and sociology; Connie High, chemistry. Tables and chairs available. Call: Dan McKinney 269-838-7057 or Tom McKinney 269-838-3842 OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET VENDORS WANTED… 07552987 SEPTEMBER 17TH, 18TH & 19TH • 10AM-5PM Parents and students enjoy a free spaghetti supper and learn more about Delton Kellogg programs at the open house and information fair. Welcome Collectors/Farmers/Flowers Bring Your Stuff - Rent A Spot - Put Extra $$$’s In Your Pocket Vendor Space… $10.00 per day “ S t r etchi n g ” “Your repair dollars go further at” THISS AUTO Hastings • Collision & Auto Body Repair Working with all insurance companies • Mechanical Repairs & Service Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic • Lube - Oil - Filter . . . . . . . . . 16.95 up to 5 qts. oil • by appointment • Laser Wheel Alignment . . . . . 39.95 most cars • Air Conditioning Recharge Save $$ on compressors, condensers evaporators & repairs! • Brakes (front or rear) . . . . . . . . . 79.95 77549593 Includes pads or shoes, drums - rotors - hardware - extra Dennis Thiss, Owner most cars Call Us at (269) 948-3387 2295 South M-37 Highway, Hastings Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply BARRY EXPO CENTER & FAIRGROUNDS 1350 N. M-37 Hwy., Hastings, MI 49058 www.barryexpocenter.com barrycountyfair@yahoo.com Request for Proposal. Charlton Park Church Drywall repair & Paint Drywall repair: 1. Plastic furniture, windows, and trim, lay drop clothes. 2. Tape or repair all cracks in walls. 3. Coat with one coat of durabond then sand. 4. Re-coat all walls with all purpose mud, screet all walls, sand entire area to prepare for primer & paint. 5. Repair foyer ceiling. Paint: (assist Charlton Park staff in color selection) 1. Spray ceiling with two coats of Benjamin Moore ceiling paint. 2. Prime and paint all walls with two coats of Graham paint. Repair any areas as needed, sand between coats. 3. Paint ceiling and walls in foyer. 4. Center front area of church to be painted a different color so to stand out from other walls. Windows: 1. Sand and prep windows, paint two coats, color to match existing stain. Charlton Park staff will remove pews from church • Contractor to furnish all labor, materials and equipment to complete the project. Please provide separate bids for Drywall, Paint, and windows. Job to be completed between October 25th, 2010 and November 23rd, 2010. Detailed written quotes taken until October 5th, 2010. Any questions contact Tom Campbell at Charlton Park 269-945-3775. Satisfaction Guaranteed Repairs! Teachers serving up a spaghetti dinner include (from left) Eric Curtice, auto and metalworking; Jennifer Delaphiano, social studies; Sandy Dancy, English; Jody Borowicz, health and English. Delton Kellogg High School held a pilot open house for all students Tuesday, Sept. 14. A free spaghetti dinner was served by teachers, while students provided an information fair in the dining commons. Parents could meet with the High School Principal Stewart Schofield, and teachers were available for tours of the building and classrooms. Village, Museum & Recreation Area 77549743 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd. Hastings, MI 49058-8102 Ph: 269-945-3775 Fax: 269-945-0390 www.charltonpark.org ® The “We wanted to see how a open house of this type would be received,” said Schofield. “We want to educate parents and students about the school and its programs, class expectations and what will be taught in each class. Parents and students can talk to teachers at the beginning of the semester. It’s officially a trial open house, but we plan to continue this type of event, if successful.” Planning commission sets public hearing on marijuana ordinance 77543076 77546173 More Information Contact Steve, 269-945-2224 or 269-945-2487 During its regular meeting Tuesday, Sept. 7, the Hastings Planning Commission set a public hearing to solicit comments on a draft ordinance that would prohibit medical marijuana dispensaries in the city of Hastings. The hearing will begin at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 4. Prior to setting the date, the commission discussed regulations applying to medical marijuana and its distribution. During that discussion Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield said that the city attorney’s office recommended adoption of the ordinance prohibiting dispensaries in the city, and that city staff was looking for direction for the development of appropriate ordinances to regulate production and sale of medical marijuana. Hastings City Planner Tim Johnson said the moratorium approved by Hastings City Council in August does not prohibit the production or sale of medical marijuana; it only states that the city will not issue zoning approval for activities relating to medical marijuana. Mansfield said Jeff Sluggett, from the city attorney’s office, had said that most municipal attorneys and the Michigan Department of Public Health believe dispensaries to be illegal under current Michigan law. But, Sluggett recommended adoption of an ordinance prohibiting them in order to make dispensaries illegal at the local level, as well, added Mansfield. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... The first schools in Barry County The Lee School, built in 1867, 30 years after the first school was established in Woodland Township, is now preserved at Historic Charlton Park. The following is an article appeared, written by Joyce F. Weinbrecht in the Hastings Banner Oct. 29, 1992. When the pioneers came to settle Michigan in the 1830s and 1840s, one of the first things done while organizing the townships was to appoint or elect school inspectors, set up school districts, raise money to build and operate schools and certify teachers the newly established schools. The teachers often were just out of grade school themselves and were certified by the school commissioners. Certificates were reviewed and renewed on a regular basis. Often a different teacher would teach for each of one, two or three terms. Male teachers were frequently hired for winter terms when older male students were freer from farm chores and tasks and could attend school. Once built, the schools became the centers of community activity, with church services, dances, spelling bees, box socials and holiday programs held in the schoolhouses. Constant maintenance and repairs were required to keep the school operating. Early school board meeting minutes reflect these problems, and treasurers’ books note the expenses incurred to keep the schools and their out buildings in working condition. Books were scarce in those early times and had to be shared. “Chart” classes for beginning students used large charts placed on easels, to teach penmanship and arithmetic, since writing paper was also a dear commodity. This article will look at the first schools in Barry County by townships: Assyria Township: In 1843, the first school was held in the first frame house built in the township. Miss Lydia Warren of Verona taught the pioneer school of six students. The first schoolhouse, District 1 on Section 26, a frame structure, was built in 1844. Baltimore Township: The earliest school building in Baltimore Township was built in 1849 on Section 28 by Major Thomas, using lumber milled by John H. Day. Miss Sarah Blanchard was the first teacher. Barry Township: Barry Township included the areas later set off as Barry, Hope, Prairieville and Orangeville. It was divided into the four townships on April 12, 1838. The first school meeting for the area was called on May 9, 1837. The school district was organized and the school building was built, opening in the fall of 1837. It was known as the “white schoolhouse” and could accommodate 40 to 60 scholars. It was the second frame building put up in Hickory Corners, the first being the house of Moses Lawrence. The first term was taught by Miss Theoda Spaulding, who is credited with being the first teacher in Barry County. Carlton Township: The first school in Carlton Township was taught by Mrs. Elizabeth Carpenter. It was held in the George Fuller home, which was a double log house, in 1839. There were 12 scholars. In 1840, two district schools were built, one at Rogers’ Corners and the second one at Carlton Center. Castleton Township: In 1842, a log school was built on Section 32 and was taught by Miss Ellen Gilbert. There were 10 scholars. Mrs. Olive Racey had taught a private school in her home for a time before the district school was organized. Hastings Township: In 1839, there was a log school in the village of Hastings, located near the parking lot of the former Hastings Public Library. [2010] There were 35 scholars and it was held for seven months of the year. The second log school, also opened in 1839, was in Section 27 and was called the County Poor Farm School. Later (1869), it became so crowded that it was subdivided and became Pratt and Quimby schools. Hope Township: Hope Township was originally part of Barry Township. After it was set apart as a township in its own right, its first school was the Mott School, near what was the village of Cedar Creek. The school was built in the corner of the cemetery in 1848 and was taught by Julia Woodard. It had 20 scholars. Irving Township: While Irving District 1 [later Powers School] was organized June 10, 1844, and District 2 [later Cobb School] was organized Aug. 31, 1844. The first schoolhouse was built in District 2 in 1846 on Section 33. District 1 soon built a schoolhouse and opened the second school in Irving Township. Johnstown Township: Two terms of private school were taught in Johnstown Township by Miss Sarah Curtis, one in the home of W.P. Bristol and the second in the house of Seth Hull. The first school building in Johnstown was a log school built on the Southwest quarter of Section 28 in 1840. Walter Woodard taught this first school. Maple Grove Township: Miss Emma Mott taught the first school in Maple Grove Township in 1840. She had six students and taught the school in her home. The first schoolhouse was built on Section 24, and was known as Quailtrap. Orangeville Township: The first school was taught by Mrs. Isaac Messer in 1837 in her home on Section 32, there with eight to 10 scholars each term. The term lasted for two months at a time. In the spring of 1838, a frame district schoolhouse was built by Elam Nicholas. It cost $400 to build the school. Henry Brown was the contractor under Elam Nichols and he hauled the lumber from Gun Plain and Silver Creek (Kalamazoo County). The first teacher was Harriet Hoyt. Prairieville Township: The first schoolhouse was on Section 24 after Prairieville Township was separated from Barry Township in 1838. The Slater Mission was started in 1838-39. The school was taught by the Rev. Leonard Slater who had lessons in how to farm, along with other white man’s ways. the Prairieville Village School was built in 1845. Rutland Township: Rutland children were sent to a school on Bull’s Prairie, which was in Irving Township and was taught by Chloe Benson. In the summer of 1845, Maria Lacey taught school in a log shanty on Section 9 in 1847, and 1848 district schools 1 [later Algonquin] and 2 [became Wilcox] were organized. However, District 2 got under way before District 1 was actually started. Teachers in 1848 were Clarion A. Dwight and Solon Doud. Thornapple Township: The first school in Thornapple Township was a log schoolhouse completed by Charles Paull. Sarah Paull was the first teacher, and a Mr. Coman was the second. This school opened in 1838. In 1840, a frame building was built to replace the log school. Woodland Township: The first school with a certified teacher was taught by Mrs. Alonzo Barnum in her home on Section 34. This was a three-month long term in the years of 1841 and 1842. District schools were organized by the fall of 1842, and schoolhouses were built north, south and east of Woodland Centre, as well as in the village itself. Yankee Springs Township: In 1840, the first school was taught by Mary Barlow in a frame building that had been put up by William “Yankee Bill” Lewis for a dwelling, near the “mansion house” at Yankee Springs. In 1841, a log schoolhouse was built. Eliza Hoskinson and Rachel Bowne were early teachers in this school. HOPE TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT HEARING TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF HOPE, OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that upon motion of the Township Board of the Township of Hope, the Township Board proposes to undertake an aquatic plant control project in Wall Lake in Hope Township and to create a special assessment district for the recovery of the costs thereof by special assessment against the properties benefitted therein. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the District within which the above-mentioned improvements are proposed to be made and within which the cost thereof is proposed to be assessed is more particularly described as follows: The properties indicated by parcel numbers: 07-028-011-00 07-029-001-00 07-029-003-00 07-029-004-00 07-029-005-00 07-029-005-50 07-029-006-00 07-029-007-00 07-029-008-00 07-029-009-00 07-029-010-00 07-029-011-00 07-029-011-10 07-029-012-00 07-029-014-00 07-029-014-50 07-029-014-60 07-029-014-70 07-029-015-50 07-029-016-00 07-029-016-10 07-029-022-15 07-029-022-25 07-029-022-30 07-029-022-35 07-029-022-40 07-029-022-45 07-029-022-46 07-029-022-48 07-029-022-50 07-029-022-55 07-029-022-60 07-029-022-70 07-029-022-75 07-029-022-80 07-029-322-56 07-029-322-57 07-032-001-00 07-032-001-10 07-032-005-00 07-032-005-20 07-032-006-00 07-032-007-00 07-032-009-00 07-032-010-00 07-032-011-00 07-032-012-00 07-032-013-00 07-032-014-00 07-032-017-00 07-032-019-00 07-032-021-00 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07-340-015-00 07-340-016-00 07-340-017-00 07-340-017-27 07-340-018-00 07-340-019-00 07-340-020-00 07-340-021-00 07-340-022-00 07-340-023-00 07-340-024-00 07-340-025-00 07-340-026-00 07-340-026-50 07-340-027-00 07-340-027-50 07-340-028-00 07-340-029-00 07-340-030-00 07-340-031-00 07-360-001-00 07-360-002-00 07-360-003-00 07-360-004-00 07-360-005-00 07-360-006-00 07-360-008-00 07-360-009-00 07-360-010-00 07-360-013-00 07-360-014-00 07-360-015-00 07-360-016-00 07-360-017-00 07-360-018-00 07-360-019-00 07-360-020-00 07-360-021-00 07-360-022-00 07-360-023-00 07-360-024-00 07-360-025-00 07-360-026-00 07-360-027-00 07-360-028-00 07-360-029-00 07-360-030-00 07-360-032-00 07-360-033-00 07-360-036-00 07-360-037-00 07-360-038-00 07-360-039-00 07-360-041-00 07-360-042-00 07-360-043-00 07-360-044-00 07-360-045-00 07-360-046-00 07-360-047-00 07-360-048-00 07-360-049-00 07-360-050-00 07-360-051-00 07-360-052-00 07-360-053-00 07-360-054-00 07-360-055-00 07-360-056-00 07-360-057-00 07-360-058-00 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PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Board has received plans showing the improvements and locations thereof together with an estimate of the cost of the project in the amount of $207,750 (of which $183,750 is proposed to be raised by a new special assessment), has placed the same on file with the Township Clerk and has passed a Resolution tentatively declaring its intention to undertake such project and to create the afore-described special assessment district. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the plans, cost estimate and special assessment district may be examined at the Office of the Township Clerk from the date of this Notice until and including the date of the public hearing thereon and may further be examined at such public hearing. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that, in accordance with Act 162 of the Public Acts of 1962, as amended, appearance and protest at the hearing in the special assessment proceedings is required in order to appeal the amount of the special assessment to the Michigan Tax Tribunal. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that an owner or party in interest, or his or her agent, may appear in person at the hearing to protest the special assessment, or shall be permitted to file at or before the hearing his or her appearance or protest by letter and his or her personal appearance shall not be required. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that in the event that written objections to the project are filed with the Township Board at or before the hearing described herein, signed by the record owners of land constituting more than twenty (20%) percent of the total area within the hereinbefore described proposed special assessment district, the project to be funded by that special assessment district cannot be instituted unless a valid petition has been or is filed with the Township Board signed by the record owners of land constituting more than fifty (50%) percent of the total land area in that special assessment district as finally established by the Township Board. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a public hearing upon such plans, special assessment district and estimate of costs will be held at the Hope Township Hall at 5463 South M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan, commencing at 7:00 p.m. on September 28, 2010. At such hearing, the Board will consider any written objections to any of the foregoing matters which might be filed with the Board at or prior to the time of the hearing as well as any revisions, corrections, amendments, or changes to the plans, estimate of costs, or to the aforementioned proposed Special Assessment District. All interested persons are invited to be present and express their views at the public hearing. Hope Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing, to individuals with disabilities at the hearing upon four (4) days notice to the Hope Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Hope Township Clerk. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk HOPE TOWNSHIP 5463 S. M-43 Highway Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 948-2464 77549600 �Page 10 — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Charlton Park to host Frank Bush memorial pow wow this weekend LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Joshua Woodman (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 9403 Mullen Rd, Delton, MI 49046. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of September 13, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after September 13, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. September 13, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77549705 Hastings, MI 49058 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Darla M. Deibert and James P. Deibert 2560 Dowling Road Delton, MI 49046 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/ counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800-968-0738. Dated: September 16, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 310.9236 ASAP# 77549630 3728864 09/16/2010 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Stanton and Amie Sensiba (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 2150 Bachman Rd, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of September 13, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after September 13, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. September 13, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 77549699 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Brian and Jacquie McLean (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 1012 N. Ferris, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of September 10, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after September 10, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. September 10, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77549666 Hastings, MI 49058 Stay informed on local events... Subscribe to The BANNER! Call... 945-9554 NOTICE The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applications from qualified residents of Barry County to serve on the newly formed Animal Control/Shelter Advisory Board for the following positions: Five (5) Barry County Citizen At Large Representatives One (1) Barry County Kennel Operator Representative One (1) Barry County Rescue Shelter Operator Representative One (1) Barry County Humane Society Representative One (1) Barry County Veterinarian Representative Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; or www.barrycounty.org and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on September 20, 2010. Contact 269945-1284 for more information. 77549432 CITY OF HASTINGS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Hastings Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, October 4, 2010 at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Planning Commission to hear comments and make a determination on an ordinance to amend Chapter 90 of the Hastings Code of 1970 by amending Article VI Division 12, Section 90-504 regarding the front yard setback requirements in the B-1 Central Business District. Written comments will be received on the above request at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777. 77549707 Thomas E. .Emery City Clerk Synopsis ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING September 7, 2010 Meeting called to order at 7:00. All board members present. Approved minutes from August 10, 2010 meeting with correction. Treasurer’s Report received and put on file. Correspondence received. Approved paying of bill to Barry County Drain Commission. Fire report read and put on file. Commissioner’s report received. Parks and recreation report received. Library report received. Public Comment received. Approved paying of the bills. Approved motion to adjourn. Respectfully submitted, Jennifer Goy, Clerk Attested to by 77549619 Thomas Rook, Supervisor STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-025611-DE Estate of Norman P. Proctor. Date of birth: 02/05/1947. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Norman P. Proctor, who lived at 619 Hanover Street, Hastings, Michigan died 05/29/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Lois P. Preston, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Suite 302, Hsatings and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 09/09/2010 Robert J. Longstreet (P353546) 607 N. Broadway Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-3495 Loris P. Preston 8197 Anhinga Road Ft. Myers, FL 33967 77549657 (239) 292-8733 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Yolanda Marzo 4392 Reynolds Road Delton, MI 49046 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: September 16, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 617.6700 77549685 ASAP# 3733084 09/16/2010 NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held Sept. 14, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77549616 CITY OF HASTINGS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Hastings Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, October 4, 2010 at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Planning Commission to hear comments and make a determination on an ordinance to amend Chapter 90 of the Hastings Code of 1970 by adding definitions of Marijuana, Medical Marijuana, and Medical Marijuana Dispensaries to Article I, Section 90-1; to amend Article IX, Division 1 by adding Section 90-779 regarding the prohibition of Medical Marijuana Dispensaries; to amend Article 2 Section 9041 regarding the duties of the Zoning Administrator and Building Inspector. Written comments will be received on the above request at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777. 77549709 Thomas E. .Emery City Clerk A traditional Native American pow wow returns to Historic Charlton Park Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 18 and 19. The Frank Bush Memorial Walk in the Spirit Pow Wow will be held at Historic Charlton Park Sept. 18 and 19. The public is invited to experience Native American culture through a traditional pow wow including authentic dancing and drumming, arts and crafts and native foods. The pow wow honors Frank Bush, Naswa Wua Quet (Eagle Weather), of the Pokagon, Huron and Gun Lake Band of Potawatomi, Eagle Clan. When the Federal government allowed Indians to have pow wows again, the first one in Lower Michigan was held at Charlton Park, were Bush attended as a drummer on the first drum to return to this area. He was “Head Veteran,” respected elder and pipe carrier in this area. Bush also was a combat veteran, having served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1940 to 1951. He left with the rank of gunnery sergeant and was awarded the Purple Heart for injuries received during World War II. The general public is invited to the event. Gates open at 10 a.m. both days. Grand entries are scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday and noon on Sunday. Flags will be retired at sundown Saturday, followed by open dancing until dark. On Sunday, following the dances, gifts will be presented to the participants. Authentic food vendors will be open throughout the event so visitors can enjoy fry bread and other special treats. Native artisans offer beadwork, baskets, leather goods, ceramics, carvings, blankets, statuary and jewelry. Members of the intertribal public are invited to participate in dancing. Participants will be available before and after dancing for photos, discussion and to answer questions. Admission to the pow wow is $5 for adults, $3 for children ages 5 to 12. Spectators should bring their own lawn chairs to view the event. Participants may enter free of charge. For more information, contact Historic Charlton Park at 269-945-3775, visit the website at www.charltonpark.org or on Facebook. Historic Charlton Park is at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road, just north of M-79 between Hastings and Nashville. Outdoor movie night provides family fun, funds for local grant by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor A once-a-year event – Friday, Sept. 24 – offers families, couples and individuals a chance to experience the nostalgia of sitting outdoors under the stars and watching a feature film just like folks did back in the heyday of drive-in theaters. The family-oriented evening, sponsored by the Barry Community Foundation’s Next Generation Fund, will be held at the Barry Expo Center, located on M-37 between Hastings and Middleville. Moviegoers may sit in the comfort of a vehicle, plop into their lawn chairs or spread out a blanket to view the show. Proceeds will provide a grant for emerging needs in Barry County. Gates open at 6 p.m. for pre-movie fun and games on the Expo grounds. The feature film will start at 8:40 p.m. on a 40- by 60-foot outdoor screen, reminiscent of the drive in movie theater atmosphere of long ago. Rain or shine, the event will take place because in case of rain, the movie and pre-event games will move into a barn on the Expo grounds. Due to the licensing rules by 20th Century Fox, the name of the film to be shown cannot be published in a newspaper article. However, organizers are allowed to give a few hints and the movie’s title is allowed to appear on two web sites: ubmich.com or barrycf.org. And the week of the event, the title of the movie will be allowed to be posted on the marquee of the Expo Center. “... It’s a PG film that was popular and released Dec. 24, 2009 in theaters. It’s a family-friendly film,” said Erin Welker, communications director for the Barry Community Foundation and the foundation’s staff member who works with the Next Generation Fund. “The movie is partially animated ... The film itself is an adaptation of a cartoon from the late 1980s and early ‘90s. It’s fun, really upbeat. There’s a lot of music in it, a lot of current music ... “We think it’s a great film.” “Wear your red, green and blue turtlenecks,” said Carrie Larabee, giving another hint. Larabee is co-chairperson of the event with Lauren Tripp. Two short films made by local students, under the direction of Hastings teacher Todd Willard, also will be shown at the event, one before the major feature and one afterwards. “I’ve heard it’s funny and cute,” Welker said. In addition, there will be a short clip about the Barry Community Foundation. Tickets for the movie are $10 per vehicle and will be available at the gate on the evening of the event. In advance, tickets may be purchased at the Barry Community Foundation office, any Union Bank branch, or at the Putnam Library in Nashville. Next Generation Fund members are also selling tickets. “We want to stress to have people bring their lawn chairs because if it does rain, they will definitely need them for whatever barn we are in,” said Larabee, who had the idea for the “Friday Nite! Drive In Theater” event after seeing one in a Chicago park. She encourages people to come to the Expo Center several hours before the movie starts. “Before the event, there’s a lot of activity,” Larabee said. “We’ve expanded on it and added a lot more, not just for younger kids, but for older kids too.” Activities will include face painting, a bean bag toss, bracelet making and another craft for smaller kids. “There’s going to be a “Minute to Win It” type of game for the pre-teens and teens. They enter to win, and they do three levels of activities and if they get all the way through, they win cash,” Welker said. “It should be fun and something a little different.” There will be disc golf for any age wanting to play. Concessions will be available and Union Bank, the major sponsor of the event, will have a tent with giveaways. All the activities and concessions are $1 each. Concessions will include pop, cotton candy, popcorn, light candy options and Hungry Howie’s pizza slices. “The first 100 cars will get a large, reusable shopping bag” as a gift from the Next Generation Fund,” Larabee said. One bag per car will be given away. It’s a 16- by 20-inch bag, big enough to put your beach gear in, football gear, etc.” She points out that older folks will enjoy the event too as well as young families. And it’s a nice outing for grandparents to take their grandchildren and give their parents a night out. “Older couples that don’t bring kids really enjoy the nostalgia of the drive-in,” Welker said. “We encourage people to bring their classic cars too.” This is the second year the Next Generation Fund has held an outdoor movie event. Many people help make the event a success. John Anderson, a Next Generation member and owner of Muzic on the Run, provides the sound for the event. Andy Rhodes, from A ‘n D Signs, helps to install the large screen, The Next Generation Fund is comprised of a group of 20-something to 40-something individuals who do priority grantmaking under the umbrella of the Barry Community Foundation. This year, the Next Generation group has chosen emerging needs as their granting topic. “That gives them a broad array. We’ve seen some grant applications from schools, United Way to just a diverse group of different activities for the community. The money (raised from the movie night) essentially will go back into the community, into programming to serve emerging needs. “We haven’t chosen (who will get) the grant yet,” Welker said, because the deadline for submitting grants was just recently. Anyone in the age bracket of 20-something through 40-something who is interested in becoming involved in the Next Generation Fund can call Erin Welker at the Barry Community Foundation, 945-0526. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert A. Churchill and Adrianne L. Churchill, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 23, 2003, and recorded on July 16, 2003 in instrument 1108704, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand One Hundred Forty-Four And 38/100 Dollars ($79,144.38), including interest at 5.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 20, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, Woodland Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as beginning at a point on the South Section line North 88 degrees 08 minutes 15 seconds West 880.65 feet from the Southeast corner of Section 20; thence North 88 degrees 08 minutes 15 seconds West 220.00 feet along the South Section line; thence North 02 degrees 34 minutes 57 seconds East 231.00 feet, thence South 88 degrees 08 minutes 15 seconds East 220.00 feet, thence South 02 degrees 34 minutes 57 seconds West 231.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548880 File #334040F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Claudia G Lenartz fka Caludia G White, a married woman, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated May 7, 2003, and recorded on July 3, 2003 in instrument 1107832, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chemical Bank f/k/a Chemical Bank West as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy And 86/100 Dollars ($127,870.86), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Southeat 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of section 35, Town 3 north, Range 9 West, Rutland township, Barry county, Michigan, Except the North 800 feet of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 35, Town 3 North, Range 9 West Rutland township, Barry county, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 35, Town 3 North, Range 9 West Thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 37 seconds West, 1307.57 feet along the North-South 1/4 line of said Section 35 to the place of beginning, thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 37 seconds West 800.01 feet along said North-South 1/4 line; thence south 89 degrees 46 minutes 38 seconds West, 1325.41 feet, thence North 00 degrees 08 minutes 45 seconds East 800.02 feet along the West line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, thence north 89 degrees 46 mintues 38 seconds East, 1324.45 feet along the North line of said Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548917 File #258525F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David B. Rozelle and Shirley E. Rozelle, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 1, 2006, and recorded on December 14, 2006 in instrument 1173887, and rerecorded on January 18, 2007 in instrument 1175162, and modified by agreement recorded on June 5, 2009 in instrument 200906050005921, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventeen Thousand Six Hundred Sixty-Six And 86/100 Dollars ($117,666.86), including interest at 4.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 30, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, described as: commencing 267 feet East of the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section 36 for the place of beginning; thence East 162 feet; thence South 330 feet; thence West 162 feet; thence North 330 feet to the place of beginning. 2003 Fairmont, Serial Number MY04120926AB, Certificate Number 268S1870231A, 44 feet 8 inches by 26 feet 8 inches. Which by intention of the parties shall constitute a part of the realty and shall pass with it, and it is an improvement to the land and an immovable fixture and that it will be treated as real estate. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548966 File #241581F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Christopher P. Horning and Stephanie Joerin, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 13, 2006 and recorded September 19, 2006 in Instrument Number 1170237, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. c/o Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand Four Hundred Seventy and 91/100 Dollars ($275,470.91) including interest at 3.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 23, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the East half, Southeast quarter, Section 21, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: Beginning at the Southeast comer of said section: Thence South 89 degrees 33 minutes 15 seconds West 776.19 feet along the South line of said Southeast quarter: Thence North 00 degrees 24 minutes 55 seconds East 452.13 feet: Thence North 05 degrees 51 minutes 32 seconds East 29.90 feet: Thence South 77 degrees 00 minutes 15 seconds East 781.29 feet: Thence South 00 degrees 07 minutes 37 seconds East 300.00 feet along the East line of Southeast quarter to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress and egress and utility purposes as described in the "easement description". An easement for ingress, egress, utility purposes and storm water drainage over a 66 foot wide strip of land, the centerline of which is described as : That part of the East half, Southeast quarter Section 21, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said section: Thence South 89 degrees 33 minutes 15 seconds West 1323.97 feet along the South line of said Southeast quarter: Thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 49 seconds West 1318.33 feet along the West line of said East half Southeast quarter: Thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 43 seconds East 261.00 feet along the North line of the South half of said Southeast quarter to the place of beginning of the centerline of said 66 foot wide easement: Thence South 00 degrees 26 minutes 17 seconds East 85.00 feet; Thence Southeasterly 43.42 feet along a 33.00 foot radius curve to the left, have a delta angle of 75 degrees 23 minutes 35 seconds, and a chord which bears South 38 degrees 08 minutes 05 seconds East 40.36 feet: Thence South 75 degrees 49 minutes 52 seconds East 287.55 feet: Thence Southeasterly 106.93 feet along a 75.00 foot radius curve to the right having a delta angle of 81 degrees 41 minutes 24 seconds and a chord which bears South 34 degrees 59 minutes 10 seconds East 98.10 feet, Thence South 05 degrees 51 minutes 32 seconds West 599.80 feet to the place of ending of said 66 foot wide easement, also over a 60 foot radius circle, the radius point of which is the above described place of ending. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 26, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 379.0171 ASAP# 3704776 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 09/16/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert J. Stickney and Lisa A. Stickney, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 17, 2006 and recorded February 6, 2006 in Instrument Number 1159804, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eleven Thousand Three Hundred SixtySix and 10/100 Dollars ($211,366.10) including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 23, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southwest quarter of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West quarter corner of said section; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds West 845.00 feet along the West line of said section the Point of Beginning; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds East 254.98 feet parallel with the North line of said section; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds West 226.41 feet parallel with the West line of said section; thence North 89 degrees 36 minutes 22 seconds West 254.98 feet parallel with the South line of the Northwest quarter of the Southwest quarter of said section; thence North 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds East 225.93 feet along the West line of said section to the point of beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress utilities and drainage as described Schedule "X". Schedule "X": an easement for ingress, egress, utilities and drainage over that part of the Southwest quarter of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: commencing at the West quarter corner of said section; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds West 825.00 feet along the West line of said section; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds East 33.00 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds East 566.38 feet; thence Northeasterly 57.66 feet along a 59.00 foot radius curve to the left, said curve having a central angle of 55 degrees 59 minutes 27 seconds, and a chord bearing North 62 degrees 17 minutes 31 seconds East, 55.39 feet; thence Northwesterly, Southeasterly and Southwesterly 243.23 feet along 59.000 foot radius curve to the right, and said curve having a central angle of 236 degrees 12 minutes 28 seconds and a chord bearing South 27 degrees 35 minutes 58 seconds East 104.09 feet; thence North 89 degrees 42 minutes 45 seconds West 663.93 feet; thence North 00 degrees 20 minutes 17 seconds East 66.00 feet along the Easterly rightof-way line of Bender Road (66 feet wide) to the Point of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 26, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5972 ASAP# 3704757 08/26/2010, 77548912 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 09/16/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott Zalewski, a Married Man and Wanda Zalewski, His Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 28, 2007, and recorded on October 1, 2007 in instrument 200710010002589, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Six Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Nine And 24/100 Dollars ($176,499.24), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: That part of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 29, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the East corner of said Section; thence North 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds West 2271.10 feet along the East and West line of said Section to the place of beginning; thence South 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West 257.83 feet; thence North 86 degrees 08 minutes 29 seconds West 360.40 feet to the centerline of State Highway M-43; thence North 02 degrees 45 minutes 43 seconds East 256.45 feet along said centerline to said East and West line; thence South 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds East 361.61 feet along said East and West line to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with a 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress and utilities as described in the Easement description. Easement description: A 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress and utilities in the Northeast and the Southeast of Section 29, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the East corner of said Section; thence North 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds West 2071.10 feet along the East and West line of said Section to the place of beginning; thence South 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West 33.00 feet; thence North 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds West 167.00 feet; thence South 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West 224.95 feet; thence North 86 degrees 08 minutes 29 seconds West 393.40 feet to the centerline of State Highway M-43; thence North 02 degrees 45 minutes 43 seconds East 66.00 feet along said centerline; thence South 86 degrees 08 minutes 29 seconds East 327.72 feet; thence North 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds East 158.70 feet; thence North 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds West 167.00 feet; thence North 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds East 66.00 feet; thence South 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds East 400.00 feet; thence South 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West 33.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #337739F01 77549675 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jessica L. Lewis, a single person of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to PNC Mortgage, a division of PNC Bank, successor by merger to National City Mortgage, a division of National City Bank dated the 29th day of April, A.D. 2008, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 2nd day of May, A.D. 2008, in Instrument #20080502-0004765 of Barry Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $152,844.09 (one hundred fifty-two thousand eight hundred forty-four and 09/100) plus accrued interest at 5.500% (five point five zero zero) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 23rd day of September, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the Village of Middleville, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Situated in the Village of Middleville, County of Barry and State of Michigan: Lot 59, ROLLING ESTATES NO. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Instrument #1155529, Barry County Records. Commonly known as: 561 Oak Meadow Drive PPN: 41-135-059-00 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 WWR# 10040091 77548943 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on November 30, 2005, by WILLIAM N. WILBURN and ANGELA M. WILBURN, husband and wife, and BARBARA J. SINCLAIR, a single woman, as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on December 2, 2005, in Instrument No. 1157092, and modified by Loan Modification Agreement and Affidavit Pursuant to MCL 565.381 and MCL 565.382 dated January 17, 2007, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on January 25, 2007, in Instrument No. 1175584, which Mortgagee’s interest was assigned to COMMERCIAL BANK by Assignment of Mortgage dated August 31, 2010, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on September 8, 2010, in Instrument No. 201009080008274, and a certain Mortgage executed on November 14, 2007, by WILLIAM N. WILBURN and ANGELA M. WILBURN, husband and wife; as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on November 16, 2007, in Instrument No. 20071116-0004323, which Mortgagee’s interest was assigned to Commercial Bank by Assignment of Mortgage dated August 31, 2010, and recorded with the Barry County Register of Deeds on September 8, 2010, in Instrument No. 201009080008275 (collectively the “Mortgage”), on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Seven Hundred Thirteen and 70/100 Dollars ($115,713.70), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, October 14, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: LOT 41 OF AL-GON-QUIN NORTH SHORE SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF IN LIBER 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 50, EXCEPT THE SOUTH 10 FEET THEREOF, RUTLAND TOWNSHIP. Commonly known as 1636 Pinecrest, Hastings, Michigan. The length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of the sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 Commercial Bank By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 18,160,102.1\105064-00208 77549719 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Ronald and Sally Jones (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 825 N East St, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of September 13, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after September 13, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. September 13, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77549703 Hastings, MI 49058 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Leonard E Graff, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 27, 2004, and recorded on September 3, 2004 in instrument 1133481, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Eight Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-One And 31/100 Dollars ($148,791.31), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 181.50 feet along the South line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 1137.73 feet along said South line; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 192.00 feet along the East line of the West 1/2 of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 100.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 600.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 98.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 6.00 feet; thence North 72 degrees 35 minutes 41 seconds East 92.11 feet along the centerline of Guernsey Lake Road; thence Northwesterly 165.64 feet along said centerline along a 135.00 foot radius curve to the left; the chord of which bears North 37 degrees 26 minutes 38 seconds East 155.45 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds East 213.90 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 300.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds East 441.70 feet; thence South 00 degrees 41 minutes 18 seconds East 622.01 feet along the West line of the East 676.5 feet of said Southeast 1/4; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds East 495.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 41 minutes 18 seconds East 627.00 feet to the place of beginning. Parcel is subject to easements, restrictions and right of ways of record. Parcel 2: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 1319.23 feet along the South line of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 192.00 feet along the East line of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 100.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 600.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 98.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 6.0 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds West 214.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds East 198.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 38 minutes 28 seconds East 63.00 feet along the East line of the West 1/2 of said Southeast 1/4; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 39 seconds West 13.90 feet; thence Southwesterly 165.64 feet along the centerline of Guernsey Lake Road along a 135.00 foot radius curve to the right, the chord of which bears South 37 degrees 26 minutes 38 seconds West 155.45 feet; thence South 72 degrees 35 minutes 41 seconds West 92.11 feet along said centerline to the place of beginning. Parcel is subject to easements, restrictions and right of ways of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548938 File #254157F02 �Page 12 — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tamara Lalone, an unmarried woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 15, 2005 and recorded July 26, 2005 in Instrument Number 1150085, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-One Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-One and 18/100 Dollars ($61,581.18) including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on OCTOBER 14, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 post of Section 31, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan, thence, North 00 degrees 30 minutes 54 seconds East, 2634.06 feet along the North-South 1/4 line of said Section 31 to the East West 1/4 line of said Section 31; thence North 89 degrees 41 minutes 48 seconds West, 134.84 feet along said East West 1/4 line to the point of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 41 minutes 48 seconds West 166.41 feet along said East-West 1/4 line; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 54 seconds West, 173.49 feet; thence south 89 degrees 41 minutes 48 seconds East, 164.47 feet; thence North 01 degree 09 minutes 19 seconds East, 173.51 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes 33 Southerly of the centerline of Irving Road, said centerline described as follows: commencing at the South 1/4 post of said Section 31; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 54 seconds East, 2304.06 feet along the North-South 1/4 line of said Section 31; thence South 89 degrees 41 minutes 48 seconds East, 9.08 feet to the centerline of McCain Road and the point of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 55 mintues 36 seconds East, 360.65 feet, along said centerline to the centerline of Irving Road; thence Southwesterly along the centerline of Irving Road and the arc of a curve to the left 252.65 feet, the radius of which is 746.82 feet and the chord of which bears South 80 degrees 36 minutes 42 seconds West, 251.46 feet; thence continuing along said centerline South 70 degrees 55 minutes 13 seconds West 112.00 feet to the point of ending. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 16, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.6300 ASAP# 3733502 09/16/2010, 09/23/2010, 09/30/2010, 10/07/2010 77549687 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul Zoet and Andrea Zoet, as husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated February 18, 2003, and recorded on March 14, 2003 in instrument 1099450, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twelve Thousand Eighty-Three And 46/100 Dollars ($112,083.46), including interest at 5.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of Section 12; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 1315.43 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 331.50 feet along the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 571.00 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 360.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 234.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 360.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds West 234.00 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to and together with a 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress, and utility purposes, the centerline of which is described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of Section 12, Town 4 North, Range 10 West; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds East 1315.43 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 364.50 feet along the East line of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12, to the point of beginning and centerline of said 66 foot wide easement; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 66.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds East 168.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 43 minutes 23 seconds West 555.00 feet, to the end of said 66 foot wide easement; thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes 26 seconds West 17.00 feet to the reference point A. Also, subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utilities over a 50.00 foot radius turnaround, the radius point of which is the aforesaid reference point A. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548842 File #295566F03 PRE-FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT; ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF BORROWER IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS NOTICE. Borrower: Suzanne Allen and Christopher Y. Austin, ("Borrower") Property Address: 1072 Apple Ridge Lane, Hastings, Michigan 49058-8480 ("Property") Mortgagee: Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) ("Mortgagee") Modification Agent: Sherilyn K. Van Ess, Green Tree Servicing LLC ("Modification Agent") Modification Agent's Contact Information: 2505 E. Paris Street, S.E., Suite 170, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, (800) 444-1968, ext. 65901, and e-mail address: Sherilyn.K.VanEss@gt-cs.com. Default has occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by Borrower to Mortgagee. Within the last 7 days, a correspondence (the "Correspondence") was mailed to Borrower, and by this publication further notice is hereby given of the following: Within 14 days of the date the Correspondence was mailed, Borrower has the right to contact the Modification Agent to request a meeting (the "Meeting"). The purpose of the Meeting will be to attempt to work out a loan modification. If Borrower requests the Meeting, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after the date the Correspondence was mailed. If the Meeting results in an agreement to modify the loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by all of the terms of the agreement. Borrower may contact a Housing Counselor, who can attend the Meeting with Borrower. Information regarding Housing Counselors in Borrower's area is available by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") at (517) 3736840 or by visiting MSHDA online at www.michigan.gov/mshda. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The State Bar of Michigan's Lawyer Referral Service can be reach at (800) 968-0738 and information is available online at www.michbar.org/programs/lawyerreferral.cfm. Furthermore, information regarding legal aid can be found at www.michbar.org/public_resources/legalaid.cfm. The legal aid office serving the Borrower's area is Legal Services of South Central Michigan, and can be contacted at (517) 394-3121 or (800) 968-0044. Dated: September 16, 2010 Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) By: H. Douglas Shepherd IV (P64560) Brandt, Fisher, Alward & Roy, P.C. Attorneys for Mortgagee 1241 E. Eighth Street, P.O. Box 5817 Traverse City, Michigan 49696-5817 (231) 941-9660 77549653 File No.: 6140.0847 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by JOEL LYNN KYZER and SHELLY KYZER, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 3, 2006, and recorded on November 13, 2006, in Document No. 1172623, and assigned by said mortgagee to FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Three Thousand One Hundred Thirteen Dollars and Twenty-One Cents ($193,113.21), including interest at 7.250% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on October 14, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: PARCEL 1: LOT 2 OF THE PLAT OF HOME ACRES, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED LIBER 4 OF PLATS, ON PAGE 67. PARCEL 2: ALSO, A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 6, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 1 OF PLATS OF HOME ACRES, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, THENCE NORTH 40 DEGREES 13 MINUTES WEST 295.52 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 2 OF SAID PLAT, THENCE SOUTH 47 DEGREES 17 MINUTES WEST 100 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 40 DEGREES 13 MINUTES EAST 281.87 FEET; THENCE NORTH 55 DEGREES 33 MINUTES EAST 100.41 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77549694 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William A. Pelkey and Diane M. Pelkey, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., Mortgagee, dated October 6, 2004, and recorded on October 7, 2004 in instrument 1135150, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Eight Thousand Five Hundred FortyThree And 44/100 Dollars ($88,543.44), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, distant North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 410.00 feet from the Southeast corner of Section 20; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 16 seconds West 660.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 240.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 16 seconds East 330.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 90.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 16 seconds East 330.00 feet to the East line of Section 20; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 330.00 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549461 File #336133F01 MORTGAGE SALE Default having occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by Vince Meaney and Karen Meaney, husband and wife, of 4524 Coral lake Drive, Bradenton, FL 34210, to FOUNDERS BANK & TRUST assignee of Founders Mortgage Company, a Michigan banking corporation, of 5200 Cascade Road, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated December 9, 2005 recorded in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds on December 14, 2005, instrument number 1157653, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of September 2, 2010 the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Eighty One and 76/100ths Dollars ($103,081.76), together with interest at 6.375% per annum and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to said Mortgage; and no suit or proceeding in law or in equity having been prosecuted to recover the debt secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage contained having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, said Mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the mortgaged premises on Thursday, September 30, 2010 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon in the East Entrance to Circuit Court Courthouse at 220 W. State St, Hastings, to the highest bidder at public auction for the purpose of satisfying the amount due and unpaid upon such Mortgage, together with interest, legal costs and charges and expenses, including the attor-ney fee allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the Mortgagee before sale, the land and premises described in said Mortgage mentioned and situated in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as follows, to-wit: 3632 Bender Road, Middleville, MI 49333 PP# 08-14-027-006-00 Commencing at the center Highway, 587 feet North of the Southwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence East 235 feet; thence North 132 feet; thence West 235 feet; thence South 132 feet to the place of beginning. Notice is hereby given that the redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. ATTN PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: August 30, 2010 Founders Bank & Trust Jonathan F. Thoits (P-34573) 5200 Cascade Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49546 77549387 Telephone: (616) 575-3794 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Christopher M. Hawthorne, A Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank of Indiana, Mortgagee, dated April 21, 2006, and recorded on May 10, 2006 in instrument 1164441, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Residential Credit Solutions, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventeen Thousand Six Hundred SixtyFive And 85/100 Dollars ($117,665.85), including interest at 7.51% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 25, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, Described as: commencing at the Southwest corner of Section 25; thence South 89 degrees 09 minutes 04 seconds East 1053.18 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road and the South line of said Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence Northeasterly 241.29 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road and a 200 Foot radius curve to the Left the long chord of which bears North 56 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds East 226.92 Feet; thence North 21 degrees 43 minutes 24 seconds East 54.80 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road; thence Northeasterly 286.61 Feet along the center line of Quimby Road and a 250 Foot radius curve to the Right the long chord of which bears North 54 degrees 33 minutes 58 seconds East 271.17 Feet; thence Easterly 397.91 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road and a 1000 Foot radius curve to the right the long chord which bears South 81 degrees 11 minutes 30 seconds East 395.29 Feet; thence Easterly 271.50 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road and a 280 Foot radius curve to the Left the chord of which bears North 82 degrees 25 minutes 47 seconds East 260.99 Feet; thence Northeasterly 35.31 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road and a 1090 Foot radius curve to the left the long chord of which bears North 53 degrees 43 minutes 24 seconds East 35.31 Feet; thence South 50 degrees 34 minutes 57 seconds East 553.69 Feet; thence North 89 degrees 09 minutes 04 seconds West 1535.71 Feet along the South line of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 25 to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549470 File #305293F01 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE THIS LAW FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Elbert M. Glass and Cherilynn Glass of Charles City, Virginia, Mortgagors, unto Consumers Credit Union, Mortgagee, dated the 19th day of September, 2002, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deed for the County of Kalamazoo and State of Michigan on the 21st day of October, 2002, in Liber 1089844 of Barry County Records, on Pages 1-19, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, at the date of this notice, for principal and interest, the sum of $98,291.58. And no suit or proceeding at law or in equity have been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. local time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder or bidders, for cash at the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held, of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 6.250% per annum and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises, which said premises are situated in the County of Barry, and described as follows: THE WEST 1/2 OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIPTION: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, DISTANT 404 FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 30 MINUTES WEST 605 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 30 MINUTES EAST 605 FEET TO PLACE OF BEGINNING. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kathy Roseboom, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 2, 2007, and recorded on February 21, 2007 in instrument 1176657, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Nine Hundred Forty And 67/100 Dollars ($233,940.67), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 194 feet South and 377 feet West of the Northeast corner of Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West; thence South 33 degrees 12 minutes West, 214 feet to the shore of Fine Lake; thence North 50 degrees 25 minutes West along the shore of said lake, 82 feet; thence North 31 degrees 24 minutes East, 148.55 feet; thence due East 103 feet to the place of beginning together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 50 feet in width North and South by 527 feet East and West, the Northerly line of said easement lying 144 feet South of the Northeast corner of said section. Also Commencing at a point 194 feet South and 480 feet West of the Northeast corner of said Section 30, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, thence South 31 degrees 24 minutes West, 148.55 feet to the shore of Fine Lake, thence North 50 degrees 25 minutes West, along the shore of said lake 68 feet; thence North 44 degrees 45 minutes East, 117.58 feet; thence due East, 47 feet to the place of beginning together with an easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 50 feet in width North and South by 527 feet East and West, the Northerly line of said easement lying 144 feet South of the Northeast corner of said section. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548872 File #220890F04 NOTICE OF RIGHT TO NEGOTIATE MORTGAGE LOAN MODIFICATION This Notice is given to Frances L. Faverman, whose mailing address is 12748 Sunrise Court in Wayland, Michigan 49348 (“Borrower”), and concerns a real estate mortgage (“Mortgage”) granted by the Borrower to United Bank Mortgage Corporation, a Michigan banking corporation (“Mortgage Holder”), whose address is 900 East Paris Avenue SE in Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546. The Mortgage covers property commonly known as 12748 Sunrise Court in Wayland, Michigan 49348. Certain defaults have occurred under the Mortgage and the Mortgage Holder has or concurrently is mailing a Notice to Borrower (the “Notice by Mail”) pursuant to MCL 600.3205a(3) notifying Borrower of rights Borrower may have to request a meeting with the Mortgage Holder to negotiate certain types of modifications to the mortgage loan documents. Mortgage Holder gives further notice hereby in accordance with MCL 600.3205a(4). THE BORROWER IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT: (a) Borrower has the right to request a meeting with Mortgage Holder. (b) Mortgage Holder has designated Cynthia Lowman as the person (“Contact Person”) that the Borrower may contact about the Mortgage and the matters that are described in this Notice. The Contact Person has authority to make the agreements described in this Notice on behalf of Mortgage Holder. The Contact Person’s contact information is as follows: Website: www.unitedbankofmichigan.com Telephone: (616) 559-4509 (c) Borrower may contact a housing counselor (“Housing Counselor”) by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. The website address and telephone number of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority is: Website: www.michigan.gov/mshda Telephone: (517) 373-8370 (d) If the Borrower wishes to participate in an attempt to work out a modification of the mortgage loan, the Borrower must contact a Housing Counselor within 14 days. (e) If the Borrower requests a meeting (using a Housing Counselor) with the Contact Person within the time period provided in the Notice by Mail, Mortgage Holder will not start foreclosure proceedings until 90 days after the date the Notice by Mail was sent to the Borrower. (f) If the Borrower and the Contact Person reach a written agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed so long as the Borrower abides by the terms of the modification agreement. (g) The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan's Lawyer Referral Service is: (800) 9680738 and Local Legal Aid is: (800) 968-0044 Dated: September 14, 2010 UNITED BANK MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Mortgagee PLUNKETT COONEY Kelli L. Baker (P49960) Attorney for Mortgagee 333 Bridge Street NW, Suite 530 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 (616) 752-4624 77549737 Branches.P0467.P0467.1926588-1 TOGETHER WITH PERPETUAL EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS BY OTHERS OVER THE NORTH 15.00 FEET OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL; THE EAST 1/2 OF THE FOLLOWING: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST; DISTANT NORTH 404 FEET NORTH TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 30’ 605 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST SECTION LINE 360 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 30’ EAST 605 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. Tax Parcel No. 08-03-013-002-50 The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 9, 2010 Gordon C. Miller (P28470) Attorney for Mortgagee DRAFTED BY: Tyren R. Cudney Lennon, Miller, O’Connor & Bartosiewicz, PLC. 900 Comerica Building Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77548527 (269) 381-8844 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — Page 13 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jason A. Devore, a single man and Amber L. Stevens, a single woman, to PNC Mortgage, fka National City, a division of PNC Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 6, 2006 and recorded September 12, 2006 in Instrument Number 1169864, and Affidavit of Re-Recording on 12/28/2006 in Instrument Number 1174419, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Three Hundred and 65/100 Dollars ($121,300.65) including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 23, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 63, Misty Ridge Number 3, part of the Northeast quarter and Northwest quarter, Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 53 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: August 26, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 401.0680 ASAP# 3704791 08/26/2010, 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 09/16/2010 77548907 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Keith Nelson, a single person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 8, 2005, and recorded on February 23, 2005 in instrument 1141762, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S Bank National Association, as Trustee of Harborview 2005-13 Trust Fund as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Nine And 46/100 Dollars ($251,259.46), including interest at 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3, Ridgeview, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Liber 6, Page 32. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548933 File #204424F04 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by John E. Conkell, a married man and Donna L. Conkell, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 9, 2006 and recorded March 6, 2006 in Instrument Number 1160960, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Ninety and 23/100 Dollars ($242,390.23) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 30, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest quarter of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as: Beginning at the intersection of the centerline of Jones Road and the North line of the South half of the Southwest quarter of said Section 16, thence South 14 degrees 23 minutes West 392 feet, thence South 10 degrees 56 minutes West 200 feet, thence South 79 degrees 10 minutes West 459 feet, thence North 02 degrees 32 minutes East to the North line of the South half of the Southwest quarter of said Section 16. thence East to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 2, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.6068 ASAP# 3714086 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 77549372 09/16/2010, 09/23/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Gregory Allen Little and Sabrina Sue Little, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 7170 Assyria Rd, Nashville, MI 49073-9549. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 10, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 10, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549610 File # 288729F03 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Stacey Fish, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 5364 Barryville Rd, Nashville, MI 49073-9541. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 10, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 10, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549613 File # 340838F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kenneth Hummel and Penny Hummel, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 5, 2006, and recorded on June 1, 2006 in instrument 1165415, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Six Thousand Six Hundred Thirty And 21/100 Dollars ($156,630.21), including interest at 7.84% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot No. 26, Meadow Arces No. 2, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats Page 93, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549509 File #330280F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Andrew C. Harkness and Linda Lou Harkness aka Linda L. Harkness, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 18, 2004, and recorded on October 28, 2004 in instrument 1136263, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Nine And 87/100 Dollars ($90,489.87), including interest at 2% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 9 and the East 2 feet of Lot 10 of Block 49 of the Village of Middleville, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 27. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549639 File #260772F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stanley G Norris Sr a married man and Karen S Norris his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 3, 2005, and recorded on November 14, 2005 in instrument 1156176, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Eleven Thousand Eight Hundred And 26/100 Dollars ($311,800.26), including interest at 8.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 30, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan. Also the South 450.8 feet of the East 348.08 feet of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 34, Town 2 North, Range 9 West. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549351 File #297366F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Janice L. Tamminga, A married woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 10, 2006, and recorded on November 16, 2006 in instrument 1172799, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Nineteen And 48/100 Dollars ($78,919.48), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast Corner of the Northeast Quarter of Section 23, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Thence West 220 feet, Thence North 990 feet, Thence West 220 feet, Thence South 990 feet, Thence East to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549680 File #261116F03 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Dorrance Hoffman, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 5967 E Center Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-8109. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 13, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 13, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549668 File # 342399F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Nicholas Bryan, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 303 S Patterson Rd, Wayland, MI 49348-8811. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 14, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 14, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549692 File # 343016F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy L Grove and Jessica J Grove, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 18, 2007, and recorded on January 22, 2007 in instrument 1175444, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Weststar Mortgage Corp as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Eight Hundred Five And 39/100 Dollars ($90,805.39), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 30, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the North 60 acres of the South 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 22, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Thence East 260 feet; Thence North 352 feet; Thence West 251 feet to Highway M-66; Thence South along the East side of Highway M-66, 348 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549346 File #334372F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by KIM WALTON, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 17, 2007, and recorded on October 3, 2007, in Document No. 20071003-0002688, and assigned by said mortgagee to FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety Thousand Fifty-Four Dollars and Fifty Cents ($190,054.50), including interest at 8.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o'clock, on October 7, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THAT PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 13, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, HASTINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 1320.00 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 16 MINUTES 51 SECONDS WEST 927.00 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 475.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 16 MINUTES 51 SECONDS EAST 927.00 FEET TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1 / 4; THENCE SOUTH 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 475.00 FEET ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 1, 2010 FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 ASAP# 3724915 09/09/2010, 09/16/2010, 09/23/2010, 77549518 09/30/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Caleb Mason, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2006, and recorded on October 31, 2006 in instrument 1172117, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Five Hundred Twenty-One And 83/100 Dollars ($142,521.83), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 330 feet East of the Southwest corner of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence East 148.5 feet; thence North 297 feet; thence West 148.50 feet; thence South 297 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549443 File #322085F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage dated November 19, 2004, given by DOUGLAS J. KRAMER and JUDY L. KRAMER, as Mortgagors, to BYRON BANK now known as CHEMICAL BANK, as Mortgagee, as recorded on December 9, 2004, as instrument number 1138407 of Barry Records, Pages 1-18, as modified on November 5, 2007 and recorded on November 19, 2007, as instrument number 20071119-0004389, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of September 8, 2010, for principal and interest, the sum of $381,134.25; no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by said mortgage; the power of sale in said mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; and the Mortgagee having exercised and hereby exercising its right of acceleration as a result of the default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, October 14, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., Barry County Courthouse, that being the place for holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying amounts due and unpaid under said mortgage, together with legal costs and charges of sale, including attorney fees as provided by law and in said mortgage, and any and all other lawful charges and expenditures from the date of this notice until said date of sale, the lands in said mortgage is located at 923 Palmer Drive, Middleville, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, parcel no. 08-16-055-005-00, further mentioned and described as follows: Lot(s) 10 and 11, Supervisor’s Plat of Brigg’s Subdivision, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 34. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 Byron Bank now known as Chemical Bank, Mortgagee CUNNINGHAM DALMAN, P.C. Attorneys for Mortgagee /s/ Ronald J. Vander Veen Ronald J. Vander Veen 321 Settlers Road, P.O. Box 1767 Holland, MI 49422-1767 (616) 392-1821 This notice is given in efforts to collect a debt owed to Chemical Bank. Any information provided in response to this notice will be used for that pur77549645 pose. �Page 14 — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Roland Wilcox and Kerry Wilcox, husband and wife, to Mercantile National Bank of Indiana, Mortgagee, dated January 10, 2003 and recorded January 21, 2003 in Instrument Number 1095945, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage Inc., fka CitiFinancial Mortgage Company, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-One and 63/100 Dollars ($133,761.63) including interest at 6.98% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 30, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 5 of Malcolm's Acres Subdivision, according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, on Page 8. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 2, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 671.0094 ASAP# 3714130 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 77549382 09/16/2010, 09/23/2010 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Todd Schantz and Tiffany Cappon (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 3001 E Sager Rd, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of September 13, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after September 13, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. September 13, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77549701 Hastings, MI 49058 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Thomas B. Reed III 5099 Ravine Drive Middleville, MI 49333 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: September 16, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 618.6350 77549655 ASAP# 3730301 09/16/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darren P. McKinstry and Brook L. McKinstry Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage Services Co, Mortgagee, dated March 8, 2002, and recorded on March 14, 2002 in instrument 1076562, and assigned by said Mortgagee to National City Mortgage Co. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Two Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty-Four And 05/100 Dollars ($62,834.05), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 6 and 7, Block E, Pleasant Shores, according to the Recorded Plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 59. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548885 File #334760F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tyla J. McCoy and Johnny R. McCoy, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Flagstar Bank, FSB, Mortgagee, dated June 27, 2001, and recorded on July 6, 2001 in instrument 1062585, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, a New Jersey Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Three Thousand Four Hundred Ninety And 39/100 Dollars ($93,490.39), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 2/3 of Lot 109 of the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548897 File #002447F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jestin McWhinney and Stephanie A. McWhinney, fka Stephanie A. Hubbell, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 10, 2005, and recorded on August 19, 2005 in instrument 1151381, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank National Association, as Trustee for SASCO 2005-WF4 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Eight Hundred FiftyFive And 19/100 Dollars ($116,855.19), including interest at 6.49% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 7 Meadow Acres, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549449 File #329081F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by John Liolen Sevigny, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Option One Mortgage Corporation, A California Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 15, 2005, and recorded on August 29, 2005 in instrument 1151809, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Soundview Home Loan Trust 2005-OPT3, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-OPT3 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Four Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-Five And 28/100 Dollars ($104,535.28), including interest at 8.59% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan described as: Commencing 70.57 Feet North of the Northwest Corner of Lot 9, Sam Bravata Plat, Then West 168.60 Feet, Thence North 0 Degrees 33 Minutes West 60 Feet along the West property Line, as described in Liber 244, Page 407, Thence East 169.19 Feet, Thence South 60 Feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549670 File #177698F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David Killgore and Karen Killgore, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 1, 2007, and recorded on June 4, 2007 in instrument 1181301, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ten Thousand Seven Hundred Twelve And 52/100 Dollars ($110,712.52), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on September 23, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land located in the Northeast 1/4 of section 11, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the center line of old M-37 which lies South 00 degrees 06 minutes 20 seconds East 433.26 feet and South 50 degrees 33 minutes 20 seconds East 1056.01 feet from the North 1/4 post of said Section 11; thence South 39 degrees 26 minutes 40 seconds West 189.0 feet; thence North 50 degrees 33 minutes 20 seconds West 217.69 feet; thence North 32 degrees 19 minutes 08 seconds East 190.47 feet to the center of said highway; thence South 50 degrees 33 minutes 20 seconds East 241.32 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: August 26, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77548890 File #261605F02 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on November 20, 2007, by WILLIAM N. WILBURN and ANGELA M. WILBURN, husband and wife, as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on November 27, 2007, in Instrument No. 20071127-0004596, which Mortgagee’s interest was assigned to COMMERCIAL BANK by Assignment of Mortgage dated August 31, 2010, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on September 8, 2010, in Instrument No. 201009080008276 (the “Mortgage”), on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty Two and 03/100 Dollars ($120,752.03), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, October 14, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: UNIT NO. 36 VALLEY RIDGE ESTATE CONDOMINIUM, ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO 1153680 AND AMENDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1158513 AND DOCUMENT NO. 1162264 AND DESIGNATED AS BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 44 TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN THE ABOVE MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 229 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1963 AND ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978 AND AMENDMENTS THERETO, IRVING TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY MICHIGAN. Commonly known as Sugar Creek Dr., Middleville, Michigan. The length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of the sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 Commercial Bank By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77549724 18,160,114.1\105064-00208 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to William Paton and Erika Tyslicky, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 4543 Osborne Rd, Delton, MI 490469693. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 13, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 13, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549664 File # 341443F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Debra Stowe, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated November 21, 2007, and recorded on December 5, 2007 in instrument 20071205-0004884, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Four Hundred Fifty-Nine And 76/100 Dollars ($113,459.76), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 7, Block 49, Village of Middleville, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 27. Subject to easements, restrictions and reservations of record, if any The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549633 File #336478F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary P Timmer aka Gary Timmer and Julie Timmer, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated March 25, 2005, and recorded on April 11, 2005 in instrument 1144746, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-One Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Nine And 88/100 Dollars ($91,879.88), including interest at 6.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: One-Seventh 1/7 of Lot 36 of Supervisor's plat, Ford Point, according to the recorded plat thereof also, a pracel had in the Southeast Fractional 1/4 of Section 5, Town 1 North, Range 10 West described as: Commencing at the East corner of the Lot sold by Charles H Ford to Walter Fishleight, being known as Lot 38 of Supervisor's plat of Ford's point, thence North 60 degrees East 96 feet for the place of beginning. Thence North 44 degrees West 160 feet, Thence North 17 degrees East 66 feet, thence South 46 degrees East 210 feet, Thence South 60 degrees West 66 feet to beginning, Variatin 1 degrees 30 minutes, also known as Lot 41 of Supervisor's plat of Ford's point, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549659 File #263719F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Wysko, a single man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 26, 2007 and recorded June 27, 2007 in Instrument Number 1182307, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Nine and 84/100 Dollars ($98,949.84) including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 30, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West half of Lots 205 and 206 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof in Liber A, Page 1. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 2, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.6140 ASAP# 3714110 09/02/2010, 09/09/2010, 77549377 09/16/2010, 09/23/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicole Starkweather, a Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated December 18, 2008, and recorded on January 12, 2009 in instrument 20090112-0000259, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Six Hundred Seventy-One And 65/100 Dollars ($106,671.65), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 7, Block 10, Kenfield's 2nd Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 37. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549455 File #336542F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Gary Groff and Cynthia Groff, husband and wife, of 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, and Bond Corporation, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Michigan, whose address is 2007 Eastern, S.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49507, dated February 19, 2009, and recorded on February 26, 2009 in Instrument No. 20090226-0001751 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, which mortgage has been assigned to Northpointe Bank, a National Banking Association, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 25, 2009 and recorded on July 2, 2009 with the Barry County Register of Deeds in Instrument No. 200907020006870, and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of Fifty Five Thousand Six Hundred Nineteen Dollars and Ninety Six Cents ($55,619.96), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 16.85% and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the said debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on September 30, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., the undersigned will sell at the East door of the County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon said Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in said mortgage located in the Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan and which are described as follows: The East 50 feet of Lot 1 and the Westerly 25 feet of Lot 2 of Vogt’s Addition to Jordon Lake, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 102, Barry County Records. PP: # 15-105-001-00 which is commonly known as 890 Beech Street, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849. The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 DATED: August 17, 2010 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa, N.W. Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77548828 (616) 458-1315 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — Page 15 Local tree farmer marks 60 years of woodlot management “It has been a great experience from the start. I still can’t wait to get in the woods every morning.” Jim Fish Jim Fish has been involved in tree farming for 60 years, and won numerous awards for his efforts. much,” he explained. “But they discovered in Grand Rapids that it makes wonderful furniture material. 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Jim Bruce “Jim and Alice Fish are incredible assets to the conservation community,” said Joanne Barnard, executive director of the Barry Conservation District. “Though Jim retired from the Conservation District Board well before I began here in 1999, he and Alice continue their service to district programs, projects and other conservation groups throughout the county. “Their leadership in land and water stewardship has touched many people and led them to become actively involved in conservation efforts on their own lands,” added Barnard. “Jim and Alice are very much like the forests they grow and manage. Their care and long-term commitment to the environment mirrors the steady and sturdy growth of hardwoods, both nurtured in the local soil and providing something beautiful and valuable for many generations,” The Fish’s woodlots use the timber stand improvement management plan. “It means we take the junk trees out to improve the stand. I took most of the sassafras out, so better-quality trees are not competing for light, nutrients and water. I once cut a plot of aspen because aspen grows quickly from the runners. Unfortunately, more sassafras came up, and any aspen that came up was eaten by the deer. That’s the only plan that hasn’t worked out.” Wildlife management is also a part of tree farming. Jim cut a clearing in the white oaks for turkeys, which love the abundant acorns. He also has planted sorghum, buckwheat and switchgrass. Fish said he will soon be planting native prairie with wildflowers. The land also has 60-plus bluebird houses and a particular wood duck house which is home to sawwhet owls. Keeping invasive trees and plants under control is another aspect of tree farming. “I am getting [rid of] the tree-of-Heaven. It is sometimes mistaken for sumac but has a different bark and large bunches of brown seed pods that look like beans. They produce so many seeds. I have several small spots that need to be cut out. But a farmer also needs to use common sense. I was told years ago to get rid of all the red maple, that it wasn’t worth “Jim is probably the most renowned conservationist in the area,” said Bruce. “If we had more farmers who took Jim’s example we would lead the nation in tree farming. He follows the tree farm certification rules religiously. And educationally, if young foresters would take Jim’s farm as an example, they would have a great head start. In fact, I have collected acorns from his plot of Northern red Jim Fish stands beside the fence designating his 300-acre property as a Certified Tree Farm. oaks to plant on my own property, because I you need to present a plan and stick to it. know the tree genetics are so superior.” Many farmers are letting certification slip. When asked about the need for Certified They may be doing a great job managing their Tree Farmers, Fish said, “It’s the strength of forest, but if they haven’t updated their plan the certification program. Because my wood they’re missing the point.” is certified, I can send my wood anywhere. If Michigan joined the American Tree Farm I wanted to send it to Indonesia, I could. But System Certification Program in 1947. The other people in Barry County can’t do that state is home to 837 Certified Tree Farms, 159 because they are not certified. The rules have Certified Michigan Tree Farm Inspectors and changed in the last few years. To be certified, 678,902 acres of certified private forest land. CO PIE “If we had more farmers who took Jim’s example, we would lead the nation in tree farming. In fact, I have collected acorns from his plot of Northern red oaks to plant on my own property, because I know the tree genetics are so superior” emerald ash borer, has moved into West Michigan, and when asked about the bug, Jim replied, “I don’t have any ash on the property. Years ago, Jim Bruce told me about the ash yellows, it’s a virus I think. That was before the emerald ash borer. I cut and sold all the ash I could find.” Bruce, a local professional forester and wildlife biologist has praise for Fish. NG by David DeDecker Staff Writer Jim and Alice Fish have been tree farming since 1950. Jim bought Lockshore dairy farm near Hickory Corners after graduating from Penn State with a major in dairy science and minor in forestry. He started managing 280 acres of woods because it was part of the farm property. They sold the dairy portion of the farm five years ago, but Jim and Alice still manage 300 acres of prime timber. “When we sold the dairy portion of the farm, we had 500 Holsteins. We did have a Guernsey herd in the 1970s, but lost them all to PBB fire retardant in feed. It was really hard, and the kids lost all their 4-H animals. When I hear about the county budget and the proposed cutting of 4-H, it’s just not well thought out, it’s our future,” said Fish. “Cows and trees are in my blood,” Jim said, “My grandfather’s farm was the first tree farm in New Hampshire. The reason I got involved with tree farming is because of the woodlots we bought with the farm, and the certification program was the best way to learn about managing the trees.” The timber is managed for production, sustainability and wildlife. In the past 60 years, the entire Fish property has been harvested five or six times. Each designated lot harvested every seven to 10 years on a rotating basis. The lots include black, white and red oak; hickory, black walnut and cherry; along with conifers like Norway spruce, Colorado blue spruce, Douglas, Frazier and concolor fir; hemlock and red cedar. “We have most of the important hardwoods native to Michigan. We don’t harvest the beech trees because of wildlife — turkeys love the beechnuts,” said Fish. “There was a thick stand of black locusts, Michigan State took all of it, they said it was the straightest, largest black locust they had seen, and used it in projects instead of cedar. We do sell some trees to landscapers, but we don’t sell Christmas trees.” Jim and Alice have served the forestry community for years, and they have won several tree farm awards from the Barry Conservation District starting in the 1970s. In 1999, they received the Barry Conservation District Tree Farmer of the Year. In 2000, the Michigan Tree Farmer of the Year, and in 2001, the Northwest United States Tree Farmer of the Year. 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Broadway St. Lowell, MI 49331 (616) 897-9261 Fax (616) 897-4809 �Page 16 — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner COUNTY, continued from page 1 dated programs could lead to lay-offs among county personnel, which could impact the departments’ ability to perform. During last week’s meeting, Keith Ferris and Fred Jacobs, members of the Economic Development Alliance, presented the board with a proposal to balance the budget without cutting funds to any programs, by using surplus funds from the building rehabilitation, data processing and county vehicle accounts. Ferris said that in 2007, 2008, 2009 the average history of unspent revenue was $700,000, and in 2010 it is estimated to be $450,000; plus, the county’s delinquent tax fund has a balance of approximately $8.3 million. He said the Alliance was suggesting that $450,000 in projected unused revenue from those three departments, along with money from the delinquent tax fund, be used to cover the proposed budget cuts for 2011, which would allow the ad hoc committee to look at ways to reduce recurring costs and make county government sustainable for many years. Later during last week’s meeting, Nevins made a motion, which was seconded by VanNortwick, to cover the $891,000 needed to balance the budget, by taking $425,393 from the three areas suggested by Ferris and the balance to be taken from the delinquent tax fund, not cut funding for any programs, and establish the ad hoc committee as suggested by Jacobs. Nevins withdrew his motion after several commissioners said they wanted to discuss the issue further and gather more information before making a decision. This week Nevins said, “I’m the one that made that motion last week, and my feelings have not changed at all ... If someone on this board can convince me that we can go wrong with what my motion consisted of, then convince me ... I’ve heard rumors that the press or someone was coaxing me to do it. I thought of this two or three weeks ago, and I think a couple of board members knew I thought of that. I did it on my own; it was my motion; I made that motion.” VanNortwick said that until the commissioners approved a motion June 22 to look at the 2011 budget in terms of mandated and non-mandated programs, Brown was prepared to draft budget proposals based on 3, 5 and 10 percent across-the-board budget reductions, as he had in the past. He called the elimination of funding for non-mandated programs, “Draconian.” “The quality of life is what we are talking about here, and that Draconian methodology, I don’t feel is the appropriate way to look at this budget,” he said. “We have in front of us, 3, 5 and 10 percent scenarios; our department heads have put their thoughts into those scenarios. In a 10 percent reduction, I would show a fund balance of $86,000 in that budget. Our department heads should not be discounted for their ability to look at how to put budgets together for themselves ... I don’t feel that it is appropriate to take away the quality of life from the non-mandated services and let everybody else have their opportunities in 2012 and 2013 to start to expand ... to start that now is a disingenuous approach. We have fund equities in our tax umbrella funds, that’s the taxpayers’ money. That’s $800,000 a year, and we could still balance this budget appropriately. “I think it is just over the top, and easyhanging fruit, to set there and look at cutting non-mandated services at this time,” added VanNortwick. “We can set and negotiate with the union people as time goes on. We can negotiate with the department heads as time goes on. We can amend this budget as we have done in the past. But, I just don’t have the constitution that you w Ne e! or t S e n li On folks do to [go with] ... the easy-way outs to set there and slice off the non-mandated services.” Callton said he did not think it was a good idea to balance a budget by dipping into the fund equity, because there may be budget shortfalls next year, and they would have less fund equity to draw upon. However, he suggested revenue generated by the fund equity might be used. “... I think it is time to take interest that fund uses and now enter it into our revenue stream as a permanent, ongoing, sustainable revenue stream,” he said. Stolsonburg said that last year, the tax umbrella fund generated $800,000, which would not fully fund the non-mandated programs. He asked Brown how much the county was required to keep in its delinquent tax fund. “Right now, the current analysis is two times the current delinquents,” said Brown. “On the revenue side, over the last nine years, [the delinquent tax fund] earned on average $190,000 in interest from the money sitting in the bank. In ‘09 it was $129,000 and then the transfers in, after the delinquents have been paid off ... averages $594,000; last year it was $680,000.” Stolsonburg asked what the current delinquents were for 2009. Brown replied just over $5 million. “So, we should have about $10 million?” asked Stolsonburg. “Good God what are we going to do next year? Where are we going to cut? ... This idiotic proposal, taking out of building rehab, and data processing, vehicles ... where do we replenish this?” said Lyons holding up the proposal from the Economic Development Alliance. “This is what we have an administrator for, to bring us information that we can base our decisions, sound decisions ... this was pretty heavily considered last week ...” Commissioner Joe Lyons “Yeah, we’re at $8.9,” said Brown. “We need to get down to the meat and potatoes,” said Callton. “So far, the county has sequestered the growth of that fund away from regular county general fund and revenues, and the discussion we need to have here: is it time to start entering some of this growth into our revenue stream? I propose moving $400,000 to $600,000 into our permanent revenue stream, into our county budget ...” Nevins asked why the current board of commissioners was hesitant to let the tax delinquent fund drop below a certain level, when, 10 years ago, the board dipped into the fund, and it was much lower. Lyons said 10 years ago the economy was such that he would have felt more comfortable dipping into the tax delinquent fund than he does now. “Today you would be nuts ... not knowing, next year, the year after ...” said Lyons. “What we do in the county, this is my opinion, the children and public safety, that is what do — courts and law, law enforcement ... that’s where we stand. To get into this fund now, I just feel ... I can’t that would be irresponsible on my end, not knowing the next two years ...” Nevins said the plan proposed last week would take less than 10 percent from the estimated $8.1 million balance in the tax delinquent fund. VanNortwick said he didn’t feel anyone was advocating balancing the budget, “on the fat of the tax umbrella” and said he felt the need to have sustainable budget cuts across the board. “To do that and not tap into the tax umbrella fund is disingenuous,” he said. “This is the people’s money; this is what people are paying taxes for ... this is our rainy day fund. Let’s be wise with it. Let’s utilize parts of it; but, let’s not set here and discount it ... I think this needs to be done in combination with reductions across the board.” Stolsonburg said the board would start looking at reductions in January of next year. “Why wait until next year?” asked VanNortwick. “Because we didn’t set it up that way last year, Jeff,” said Stolsonburg. “I don’t believe that we have written that in stone so far that we can’t turn this bus around,” said VanNortwick. Stolsonburg said it may be possible to dip into the revenue generated by the tax umbrella to fund non-mandated programs at 50 percent. “... Specifically 4-H. Everybody this year is concerned about 4-H,” he said. “You know what? That’s fine; you want 4H ... This whole parade of kids and 4-H leaders was not here in an attempt to save 4-H. 4-H was never in danger — never in danger. It was an attempt to save jobs. To have everybody up here telling us we’re cutting 4-H ... it is not true ...” Nevins said that would still mean taking $345,000 in revenue from the tax umbrella fund and asked Stolsonburg if he thought the programs could function with 50 percent funding. “That’s not my call, Don,” said Stolsonburg. “We’re not here to support, we’re here for the courts and law, we’re here for everything that we’re mandated to provide for,” said Stolsonburg. “We’re not mandated to fund road patrol,” replied Nevins. “I don’t have anybody here paying $300 so my kid can play football; that comes out of my pocket,” said Stolsonburg. “I don’t know where you are going with that,” said Nevins. “These other functions are the responsibility of a person to take care of on their own,” said Stolsonburg. “Balancing the budget from any kind of savings is not balancing the budget ...” said Callton. “I appreciate Craig’s comments on nonmandated functions,” said Bremer, who suggested a 10 percent cut. “Fifty percent is too much; I couldn’t support it.” Regarding the non-mandated programs such as the Conservation District, Extension and Economic Development Alliance, Bremer said, “Understandably, they are not mandated. But, they are who we are. We do have to provide safety for our people .... but we are also partly responsible for the quality of life in this community; and those non-mandated programs are the quality of life in our community ...” VanNortwick said he agreed that a 10 percent budget reduction was a viable alternative to eliminating funding for nonmandated programs. “I also feel that the sustainability of the tax umbrella fund is not jeopardized by this,” he said. “I don’t know why the leadership can’t, right now, including myself, ORDER YOUR PRINTS ONLINE • Order Prints • Stylize Photos • Create Photo Gifts ...all from the convenience of your home with our new, powerful, editing, cropping, framing, customizing software! IT’S EASY! Go to: www.hastingsreminder.com Click the Printing Plus icon and you’re ready to GO! Create your personal, secure “Share My Photos” page where you control who views your pictures. It’s easy and it’s FREE! 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It was an attempt to save jobs. To have everybody up here telling us we’re cutting 4-H ... it is not true ...” County Commissioner Craig Stolsonburg “Some departments could get away with a 3 percent cut out of operating, 5 to 10 get into staffing, and then it becomes a challenge how you deal with the effects of that,” said Brown. “Do you do furlough days? Do you have a reduced work week? At some point, every department has a position they have to cut to quarter-time or something ...” When asked by VanNortwick, Brown said the budget surplus last year was $750,000. Brown said the drop in property value translates to a reduction in taxable values which would decrease county revenues. “That has me nervous,” Brown said. “I don’t know the amount of money that will come back in surplus ... We built the process ... and it has worked; although we all knew the inherent problems in it related to funding vehicle replacement, data processing and building rehab with surplus. As long as we have surplus, we are effectively, at the end of the year, using that to fund next year. We built it so that if we didn’t have any more surplus, we wouldn’t have an immediate crisis. But we have a couple of years where we would have to then make some corrections because we do need the vehicles and data processing — those are capital expenditures we should be funding from the current year budget, but we don’t.” Brown added that he believed department heads of mandated programs want to be good stewards of public funds. “They admittedly like to come to the table and say ... ‘We are not Washington politicians and bureaucrats; we do keep an eye on it,’” he said. “One of the ways that they do that is when a staff person either leaves or retires, they take a little time to back fill, so as to provide a little cushion if they have a little emergency ...” “... Fully 65 percent of our budget is people ... that means health insurance, wages, all those things,” said Houtman, adding that typically the surplus from those open positions is divvied into the vehicle replacement, data processing and building rehabilitation funds. Callton asked if it would be palatable for the mandated programs to take a 10 percent cut. Brown said such a cut would impact some departments more than others. There was further discussion of budget cuts. “ ...Whatever you don’t do now, you have to face next year,” said Houtman. VanNortwick asked Brown to discuss the impact of possible revenue sharing returning in 2012 for Barry County. “Revenue sharing right now is $1.2 million,” said Brown. “When we go back into the formula, it will be mid-2012 and right now, if I were to budget for it, I would budget at somewhere around 6 percent (6.5 percent was the latest number I had heard) reduction ... although with the governor coming in I don’t know, that could significantly change things ... If it is Rick Snyder that is in office, he has no ties to government revenue sharing and that could certainly be on the table in the larger amount ... but, 6.5 is what we are using for 2010 — it’s all on the table for 2011.” Callton said that based on statements he has heard, if Snyder is elected, he would, “be concerned about revenue sharing coming back in 2012, as we know it.” Nevins said he didn’t feel the board should count on revenue sharing at all. “That’s the whole point, that’s why we need to cut more now, Don,” said Stolsonburg. VanNortwick said the board needs to look at reductions for mandated programs, as well. “I know they will sit there and moan and groan that, ‘it can’t be done,’ but how can we not cut mandated [programs] when we’ve taken all the funding away from non-mandated.” VanNortwick again suggested that the board look at 3, 5 and 10 percent acrossthe-board budget reductions. “We’re all in this together,” he said. Callton returned the discussion to the tax umbrella fund. He asked what the current balance was in that delinquent tax fund. Brown said $8.9 million. Callton said last year’s balance in the delinquent tax fund was $8.1 million and suggested that the county cap the amount at $8.1 million and use all the growth or interest from that balance as a revenue stream. He said that as foreclosures go up, in the future the board could look at increasing the cap. “I can’t see any reason why we would want to keep growing it that much,” he said. “It’s too soon to cap it right now,” said Stolsonburg. “We’re not even sure what the formula is, if it’s two times ... we should at least cap it at a reasonable ...” Callton said that the formula is arbitrary and the umbrella fund has been meeting the needs of the townships. Nevins said he would cap the fund lower, at $7 million. Houtman asked Brown how much revenue the fund would generate for 2010 if it were capped at $8.1 million. Brown said he did not know. Nevins said it would be hard to predict how much revenue it would generate because the county borrows from it every year to cover delinquent taxes. “Foreclosures are coming up so we don’t know what it is going to generate,” he said. “We said last year, ‘If you think this year is bad, wait until the next year, in 2010,’ and here we are,” said Lyons. “We sit here speculating on what we might have for revenues ... Where is it gong to come from? ...We don’t have the answers, and it’s not easy but, the way I look at it, all the unknowns of this, it’s a big revenue flag: ‘Caution. Look out.’ ... We’ve got to take hold of it and do what we can. We are not in an easy position ... “Understandably, they are not mandated. But, they are who we are. We do have to provide safety for our people .... but we are also partly responsible for the quality of life in this community; and those non-mandated programs are the quality of life in our community ...” County Commissioner Mike Bremer “I’m just afraid if we take the 10 percent this year ... we’re looking at mandated this year ... Good God what are we going to do next year? Where are we going to cut? ... This idiotic proposal, taking out of building rehab, and data processing, vehicles ... where do we replenish this?” said Lyons holding up the proposal from the Economic Development Alliance. “This is what we have an administrator for, to bring us information that we can base our decisions, sound decisions ... this was pretty heavily considered last week ...” Lyons said he was concerned about taking money from the tax umbrella fund. “That’s just growth, we’re not touching [the balance],” said Callton. Callton explained that his proposal was to cap the fund and use the growth, or interest generated from the capital as a revenue stream for the county budget. “I’m just talking about capturing growth off that fund,” he said. VanNortwick suggested looking at a 10 percent across-the-board reduction, reopening the appeals process and waiting to determine how much money should be taken from the tax umbrella fund. “I think we owe it to the people to go through that process again ...” he said. Houtman said he was not comfortable at this time with reducing funds by 10 percent across-the-board, and he didn’t feel the public would be either. “That’s what a public hearing would do, isn’t it?” said VanNortwick. “I think if we have the will, we can certainly look at this a different way.” “I don’t think it’s a matter of will; I think it’s a matter of understanding what we must fund as a county board and what we want to maintain for the quality of life,” said Houtman, who added that next year the budget situation would be worse. “... It is. Things are not going to turn around, that’s the point. We’ve got to start stair-stepping down ... is there room to deal with mandated services? Yes ...” “I think stair-stepping down 10 percent is a viable way. What’s not stair-stepping about that?” asked VanNortwick. Houtman said he didn’t want to make across-the-board budget reductions without knowing how they would impact mandated services. The board then discussed at what level to fund non-mandated services with the exception of the airport and the sheriff department’s school liaison officer, and voted on the three motions before approving the fourth. The disbursement of the funds for nonmandated services and agencies will be discussed during the regular committee-ofthe-whole meeting set for 9 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 21, in the mezzanine of the Barry County Courthouse. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — Page 17 POLICE BEAT Man learns he’s not in Kalamazoo anymore Barry County Central Dispatch received a call Sept. 12 that a suspicious man was wandering in traffic near Pifer and Cedar Creek roads. Dispatchers received several calls reporting that the man was a traffic hazard and allegedly intoxicated. When a DNRE officer contacted the subject, he said remembered being on a party bus in Kalamazoo. The man said he did not know where he was or how he had received swollen lip and cut under his eye. Sheriff deputies were not able to find him a ride, and the subject was not able to identify his girlfriend’s apartment. Deputies transported him to his apartment in Kalamazoo. The case is closed. Pair found mud wrestling under bridge Hastings Police responded to East Mill Street Sept. 8 to a reported fight in progress. Officers located two individuals from Nashville, 48 and 18, underneath the foot bridge by the river. Both men were covered with mud from the brawl and appeared to be intoxicated. After officers interviewed witnesses, both men were placed under arrest. The 48-year-old man was wanted on three warrants out of Osceola County for violating probation. The younger man was arrested for assault and battery and for being a minor in possession of alcohol by consumption. Both were lodged at the Barry County Jail. Quick-change duo pulls off scam Hastings Police are investigating a quick-change fraud complaint that was reported Sept. 9 at the Family Fare Quick Stop. Employees said that two men entered the store at around 5:45 p.m., and one of them went to the counter to purchase two $1 lottery tickets, while the other walked around inside the store. The subject paid for the tickets with a $50 bill, and after receiving the change, requested the bill back, handing the clerk two singles, then requested a $100 in $20 bills while giving the clerk what appeared to be the difference and ultimately defrauded the store of $50. Officers said these types of scams are intended to confuse the clerks, and the suspects talk fast and ask a lot of questions to throw employees off. The partner who roams the store is an additional tactic, officers said, who many times cause employees to lose focus. The suspects were described two black males, one wearing a camouflage New York Yankees baseball hat with a flat bill, and possibly driving a green Oldsmobile. Both subjects are suspected of committing the same scam at the Caledonia Quick Stop at 6:30 p.m. the same day. The incident remains under investigation. Flowerbed makes colorful veil Hastings Police responded to a residence Sept. 9 on South Park Street. Officers received a tip that marijuana plants were growing behind a shed on the northwest property corner and could be seen from the sidewalk. Six marijuana plants were located that had brightly colored plastic flowers intermixed among them in an attempt to disguise the cannabis. The plants were uprooted and seized. Officers were unable to locate the horticulturist at the time, and the incident remains under investigation. Van and bike collide on Cook Road Hastings Police responded to a personal injury accident Sept. 14 on Cook Road just west of Anne Drive. The accident occurred when a Hastings man, 18, rode his bicycle into the path of a van driven by a 39-year-old Kalamazoo man who was southbound on Cook Road. The bicyclist was transported to Pennock Hospital by Mercy Ambulance for treatment of non-life threatening injuries. Hastings Police were assisted by the Hastings Fire Department and Michigan State Police. Trespasser reported for having field day Sheriff deputies responded to a trespassing complaint Sept. 7. The caller said she knew the driver, 33, of Hastings who was driving a purple Chevy Malibu in a field. According to the report, the caller’s boyfriend tried to contact the trespasser, but the vehicle was not present when deputies arrived. The vehicle and driver were located in Nashville. The driver was told by deputies not to go on the property again or charges would follow. No charges were pressed and the case is closed. Woman reports anonymous death threat A woman walked into the sheriff’s office Sept. 9 to complain of a phone call she had received. She explained that the call she had received Sept. 7 was from an unknown telephone number, and she could not identify the voice. According to the report, the complainant said the caller only said “You’re dead,” and she wanted to file a report. When a deputy called the number, 727-807-3290, it was disconnected and no further information was available about the number. Case is closed. Boat with no identity is left to float Sheriff deputies received a call Sept. 8 about an empty boat adrift on Algonquin Lake. Deputies found the small white row boat with black oars near the culvert leading under Hammond Road to Carter Lake. The boat’s identification number, 8591KA, was radioed to Central Dispatch but was not in the computer system. No further action was taken and the boat was left where found. Lights in the sky written off to weather Suspicious lights in the sky were reported to sheriff deputies Sept. 8. When arriving at the scene, M-37 and Lawrence Road, the deputy observed a bluish light flashing in the sky. The light show continued for approximately 20 minutes, and according to the report, was most likely heat lightning. The incident was documented as an explainable weather phenomenon, and no further action was taken. Point unproven in pier politics Deputies responded to a report of trespassing on Cobb Lake near Middleville Aug. 29. According to the complainant, two aluminum boats were chained to his dock. When deputies arrived and were questioning the complainant, another man walked up to the conversation. The complainant explained to the deputy that this man and he had been to court the week prior, and Judge James Fisher had ruled that the dock was solely the complainant’s and no one else was allowed to moor a boat at the dock. The other man, 69, of Wayland, responded by saying he knew about the ruling and was just trying to prove a point. The deputy asked the man to remove the boats. The man reportedly said “tomorrow.” The deputy asked the man to move them the same day. The case is closed, and a report has been forwarded to the prosecutor’s office. Mother told to hire investigator A woman went to the Barry County Sheriff’s department Sept. 4 to report a missing person. Her daughter, 32, had been attending Olivet College last year, started to act strangely, ran out of money and left college before graduating. The mother said she had gone to live with a friend in Detroit for the summer. The woman reported that her daughter had then left the friend’s house to live with a man she met on the Internet. According to the mother, she has not been heard from since. Deputies advised the woman that her daughter was an adult and free to not contact her mother. The suggestion was made to hire an investigation company if she wanted to find the daughter. Things go flat at Delton tavern For Sale AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 Estate Sale Troopers from the Hastings Michigan State Police Post are investigating a two-vehicle traffic crash that occurred Monday, Sept. 13, on M-37 near Peets Road. Jeremy Easterbrook, 26, of Hastings, was traveling east on M-37 on a motorcycle. A truck driven by Carlton Adams, 62, of Hastings, was heading west on M-37, approaching Peets Road. As Adams turned left on to Peets Road, the motorcycle and truck collided. Easterbrook was thrown from the motorcycle and was pronounced dead at the scene. Adams was uninjured. Measurements from the scene to determine speed of the motorcycle and blood test analysis on both drivers is pending. An autopsy will be performed at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. Troopers were assisted by the Barry County Sheriff’s Department and Thornapple Township Emergency Services. The accident is the third motorcycle fatality in a little over a month involving Barry County. Charles Levi-James Chapman, 35, of Middleville man died Aug. 10 after he collided with a deer in the morning fog on Alden Nash Avenue near Alto. An accident on West State Street in Hastings Aug. 28 claimed the life of Andrew Zanetti, 26, of Battle Creek after he lost control of his bike and hit a street sign. River clean-up is Saturday, Sept. 18 Volunteers will help clean more than 75 miles of the Thornapple River starting near Vermontville and ending near Ada Saturday, Sept. 18. Church, community and service groups, as well as individuals, are welcomed to participate in the event organized by the Thornapple River Watershed Council and Barry Conservation District. Clean-up teams will be assigned to one of the eight sections of the river. Each section should take about two hours to float and clean. Volunteers will meet at Good Time Pizza in Nashville, Tyden Park in Hastings, the Big Easy in Middleville, Ruehs Park in Alaska (on 68th Street across from Thornapple River Drive), Leonard Field Park by the covered bridge, or Coldwater Park (Morse Lake Road and 100th Street) at 8 a.m. Coffee and doughnuts will be served, and volunteers should be on the river by 8:30 a.m. Everyone must sign liability forms, and hear a safety talk before starting. The clean-up should be completed by noon. Lunch will be available at Tyden Park, Ruehs Park and Good Time Pizza from noon to 2 p.m. The Thornapple River Watershed is approximately 100 miles long, drains an 876 square-mile area, and contains 742 miles of streams and 227 lakes that total 7,844 acres of water. The Thornapple River winds its way from the headwaters in Eaton County into Barry County where it accepts the majority of its tributaries, then empties into the Grand River near Ada in Kent County. The mission of the Thornapple River Watershed Council and Barry Conservation District is to protect, preserve and enhance the quality, aesthetic and recreational value of the Thornapple River Watershed through education, planning and management. Volunteer Sue Merrill was on the river Sunday, Sept. 12, and said, “It was clear, navigable and beautiful.” Anyone interested in volunteering Saturday should go to www.thornappleriver.org, e-mail TRWC@thornappleriver.org, or call 269-948-8056 ext. 117. 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The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 77548212 Vehicle damage was reported Aug. 30 at Tujax Tavern in Delton. Deputies arrived to find four vehicles with damage to the tires. The caller said she had no suspects and that there had been no disputes in the tavern that night. Reportedly, a man had gone outside to smoke and noticed the flat tires. Various tires on a 1997 Chevy Cavalier SL, 1998 GMC Suburban, 1996 GMC Pickup and 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis, were damaged. The case remains open, but there are no suspects. Hastings Banner CLASSIFIEDS man dies in CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 motorcycle crash �Page 18 — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Scots beat Saxons with single goal on a set play by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Sprawled out head first into his own net, Saxon goalkeeper Kevin Bosma slammed both of his fists to the ground. Caledonia’s varsity boys’ soccer team improved to 2-0 in the O-K Gold Conference with a 1-0 win over Hastings in Baum Stadium at Johnson Field Tuesday evening. The Fighting Scots’ lone goal came on a set play with 19 minutes 4 seconds remaining in the contest. “I don’t even know how it got through,” said Hastings head coach Ben Conklin. “I thought he had it. It just popped back out of his hands and rolled in. One of those unlucky bounces.” A handball just outside the 18-yard line gave the Scots the opportunity. Phillip Brown and Evan Maczka hovered over the ball, after some misdirection Maczka tapped the ball towards the center of the field where Luke Bestrom blasted it through a wall of onrushing Saxon defenders. Bosma made the initial save, but the rebound got away and as he swiped to grab it the ball trickled back into the Saxon net. “We have an option off that. I was looking to go to the option, then I saw them setting up and guarding both sides of the wall,” said Caledonia head coach Blair Lincoln of the set play, which the Scots have practiced often. “That ball was perfectly placed by Evan. I can’t believe it went through, but it did.” The disbelief that it got through for each coach was because of the 16 to 18 bodies packed into the penalty box on the play. The Saxons fall to 0-2 in the O-K Gold with the loss, and 4-3 overall. “I thought we really controlled the tempo of the game and the possession of it, maybe 65 to 35 possession in terms of possession for us,” Conklin said. The Saxons’ Jared Bosma (left) battles with Caledonia’s Ethan Barnes for possession of the ball during the first half of Tuesday’s O-K Gold Conference contest in Hastings. (Photo by Brett Bremer) “I thought Caledonia did limit our shots though, especially in the second half.” The Caledonia defense was not spectacular, but got the job done when it needed to. Bestrom moved up from the defensive end to the center midfield to help the Scots put on a little more pressure, then moved right back to the defensive end after his goal. Eric Kendall and Jared Bosma led the Saxon attack through the midfield, but Hastings was never able to that one last touch against the Fighting Scot net. Caledonia goal- keeper Joie Fifer earned his second shut out of the season. The Saxons were also shut out in their conference opener, at Forest Hills Eastern Thursday. The Hawks scored a 5-0 win. Hastings came out flat and gave up two quick goals, before picking up its play and limiting the Hawks for the rest of the first half. Conklin said that his team was flat to start the second half as well. “They’re very fast, and they possess the ball very well,” Conklin said of the Hawks. The Saxons’ Omar Gomez (center) and Cody Redman (right) collide as they work to clear a Caledonia throw in out of their goal box during the second half Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Saxons visit Grand Rapids Catholic Central this afternoon, then will be at home Saturday to take on Belding. Saxon netters get first Gold win Hastings varsity boys’ tennis team got its first flight wins in the O-K Gold Conference Monday, enough to score a 5-3 win over the Thornapple Kellogg Trojans. The Saxons edged the Trojans 5-3 in a match that included four tie-breakers, and three-set matches at each of the top two singles flights. Hastings pulled out three of the four doubles matches, and two singles wins. Brian Graybill came from behind to top Tyler Swanson at second singles for the Saxons, winning 6-7(3), 6-4, 6-4. Hastings also got a 6-2, 7-6(3) win from Matt Muller over Ian Smith at fourth singles. TK’s Rocky VanZegeren proved to be the day’s top player, winning 6-0, 6-7(2), 6-2 over Connor von der Hoff at first singles. TK’s other singles win was at number three, where Ben Delger topped Stephen Krammin 7-5, 6-3. John Kalmink and Steven Maurer scored a 6-2, 6-1 win over Graham Lince and Jordan Timm at first doubles for Hastings. Their teammates Chris Doxtader and Tom Peurach scored a 6-0, 6-4 win over Andrew Rinvelt and Travis Himick at third doubles, while Nate Rhodes and Calvin Case won 6-3, 6-3 over Ian Davis and Jack Rabbai at fourth doubles for Hastings. The Trojans’ lone doubles win was at number two, where Dillon Blain and Ben Jazwinski topped Jeremy Heinrich and Casey Martin 7-6(2), 6-1. The Trojans fall to 0-2 in the conference with the loss. Hastings is now 1-2. The Saxons were defeated by the Catholic Central Cougars in league play Friday 8-0 and also fell to Caledonia 8-0 Wednesday. The Saxons best performances against Catholic Central came on the doubles side, as the team of Doxtader and Peurach played Lakewood tennis falls 8-0 to its first two conference foes Lakewood was no match for Portland in the first match of the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division season Thursday. The Raiders topped the Vikings 8-0. Lakewood won as many as three games in only two of the flights. At first doubles, the Viking team of Adam Barker and Alex Schuiling fell 6-1, 6-2 to Alex Holdren and Aaron Martin. At third doubles, Lakewood’s duo of Cannon Ostrander and Seth Spitzley was downed 6-1, 6-2 by Calvin Schrauben and Eric Lowery. Stephen Nisbet was the only Viking to win a game in the first set on the singles side, falling 6-1, 6-1 to Michael Cole at second singles. The Raiders also had Chance Conley win at first singles, Jared Guy at third singles, and Carson Seal at number four. Lakewood is now 2-4 overall this season in duals with the loss, while Portland improved to 2-0 with the win. The Vikings are 0-2 in the CAAC-White after falling 8-0 at Lansing Catholic Tuesday. Things weren’t much closer with the Cougars than they were with the Raiders. The Vikings won a few games here and there on the singles side. At second singles, Nisbet was downed 6-2, 6-1 by Javin Ramont. At number four, Spencer Schuiling took three games in the first set for the Vikings, but then was downed 6-0 in the second. Saturday the Vikings host the Lakewood Invitational. Lakewood girls finish in the top half at Redhawk Invite Lakewood’s varsity girls’ golf team placed seventh at the 18-team Redhawk Invitational at Marshall Country Club Friday. Orie Ramos took home a top ten medal for the Vikings, firing an 86. She was third individually, behind leader Danielle Little who shot a 76 and Napoleon’s Mackenzie Halton who shot an 82. “She started kind of slow on the first six holes, and really finished strong,” Lakewood Call 945-9554 for Hastings Banner classified ads head coach Carl Kutch said of Ramos. “She scored a 39 on the back nine and finished the day with only 12 putts. Her chipping and putting were great today.” Little’s Battle Creek Lakeview team took the tournament title with a score of 352. Hillsdale Academy was second with a 370 followed by Chelsea 375, Marshall Black 380, Hanover-Horton 381, Coldwater 386, Lakewood 392, Napoleon 394, Portage Central 397, St. Joseph 404, Parma Western 407, Harper Creek 409, Marshall Red 437, Gull Lake 439, Charlotte 439, Mason 448, Sturgis 456 and Vicksburg 465. Behind Ramos for Lakewood, Tiffani Ackerson scored a 94, Olivia Barker a 105, and Emily Kutch a 107. “These 18-hole tournaments play a big role in getting prepared for a strong push at regionals,” said coach Kutch. Behind Little for Lakeview, Alicia Peavy and Ashley Vanderbilt scored 91s and Hannah Matthies had a 94. Logan Pomykala and Connor McNeely close for a while before falling 7-5, 6-0 number three and the fourth doubles team of Case and Rhodes was downed 6-3, 6-4 by Scott Aschwege and Connor Brady. Caledonia first singles player Trent Pontious didn’t drop a single game in his 6-0, 6-0 win over von der Hoff. The Scots also had Jan Horstkotter win 60, 6-1 at second singles, Sam Dion win 6-1, 63 at third singles, and Matt Metzler score a 60, 6-1 win at fourth singles. The tightest set of the day was at third doubles, where the Scot duo of Adam Thelen and Kyle Smith edged Peurach and Doxtader 6-4 in the opening set, before taking the second 60. Caledonia’s first doubles team of Dennis Chase and Ben Davenport won 6-1, 6-0. The second doubles team of Aaron Maxey and Devon scored a 6-0, 6-2 win. At fourth doubles, the Scots’ Alan Bont and Max Wagner won 6-0, 6-1. Hastings was scheduled to face South Christian Wednesday, and returns to action at the Lakewood Invitational Saturday where it will see Thornapple Kellogg once again among others. Monday, the Saxons will be at home for the final time this season when they play host to Ottawa Hills. The Saxons visit Wayland Sept. 22. Saxon Sports Shorts JV Girls’ Golf The Saxon junior varsity girls’ golf team defeated Caledonia Monday 227 to 299. The Saxons were led by Katie Brown’s score of 51. Cindy Tebo, Katy Wallace, Abby Prill, Jennah McCoy, and Sidney Dudley all contributed as well for Hastings. JV Football The Saxon Junior Varsity football team improved its record to 3-0 on the season with a 47-0 win over Forest Hills Eastern last Thursday. Contributing to the shut-out were Jake Swartz, Greg Case and Alex Pohl who each with a fumble recovery. The defense also had three interceptions, one each by Ken Cross, Chris Dittman and John French who returned his interception 83 yards for a touchdown. Jeff Todd and Tony Gibson led the offensive line in opening big holes for Case, Cross, French, and Tony Zalewski to score rushing touchdowns, and Chase Huisman threw touchdown passes to Ben Kolanowski, and Cross. Freshmen Football The Saxon freshmen football team improved to 2-1 on the season winning its conference opener 20-0 over Forest Hills Eastern Thursday. The young Saxons scored on both first half possessions, posting a 14-0 lead at halftime on two drives that covered 94 and 71 yards. The Saxons added a third score in the third quarter of the game. Delton Kellogg’s Mitchell Wandell (11) fires a shot towards the Kalamazoo Christian net during Monday’s KVA contest in Delton. (Photo by Perry Hardin) DK boys drop first two in KVA Delton Kellogg gave up five goals in each of its first two Kalamazoo Valley Association contests of the season, a pair of losses. Kalamazoo Christian topped the host Panthers 5-0 Monday, getting three goals from Tyler Finup and two from Brent Koster. Conner VanDongen added three assists for the Comets. Finup struck early, in the third minute of play, but then the Panthers were able to hold off the Comets for 25 minutes before they tallied two more goals in the final 12 minutes of the first half. Delton Kellogg goalie Ryan Hook made 16 saves in the contest. The Panthers are now 0-2 in the KVA and 0-6 overall this season. Kalamazoo Christian improves to 1-1 in the league, and 2-5 overall with the win. Parchment topped Delton 5-1 last Wednesday. Mike Emig had two goals in the first half and then two more in the second for Parchment. Gavin Wilke also scored for the host Panthers. Delton’s lone goal was by Kaya Chaffee. Hook had nine saves in the defeat. Delton was scheduled to face Hackett Catholic Central Wednesday. The Panthers return to action Monday at Pennfield, then host Maple Valley Wednesday. TK-Hastings swimmers easily defeat Fremont in first meet The Thornapple Kellogg-Hastings varsity girls’ swimming and diving team got off to a good start to the season Thursday, scoring a 119-67 win over Fremont in Hastings. The night started with relay teams taking the top two spots in the 200-yard medley relay for TK-Hastings. In three of the first five individual events, the TK-Hastings team had the top three finishers. The Trojans would also win each of the first eight events before letting off a little bit. Kayla Strumberger, Kayla Kroells, Kaylee DeMink, and Patricia Garber took the win the in the 200-yard medley relay for TK-Hastings finishing in 2 minutes 6.42 seconds. The team of Hannah Bashore, Taylor Rabbai, Kaitlyn Telfor and Marissa Meyering was second in 2:13.40. Alexa Schipper the 200-yard individual medley in 2:27.29 and the 100-yard freestyle in 1:00.28, Brieanne Ricketts the 200-yard freestyle in 2:25.21, DeMink the 50-yard freestyle in 28.13, Tracy Hodges the diving competition with a score of 161.35, Bashore the 100-yard butterfly in 1:14.07, and Tori Cybulski the 500-yard freestyle in 6:27.62. Later, Kroells won the 100-yard backstroke for the Trojans in 1:21.67. The TK-Hastings girls open the O-K Rainbow season Thursday at home against Wayland. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — Page 19 Saxons and Sailors both spend a day ahead of FHE by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Hawks were knocked off their perch atop the O-K Gold Conference Thursday, falling to host Hastings in the league jamboree at Hastings Country Club. The Saxons fired a 172 to Forest Hills Eastern’s 174. South Christian was third on the day with a 185, followed by Thornapple Kellogg 198, Wayland 214, Caledonia 260, Grand Rapids Catholic Central 271, and Ottawa Hills NTS. Hastings’ two-time state medallist Gabrielle Shipley led the league, firing a oneover-par 37. Her teammates Jessica Kloosterman, Danielle Meredith, and Hannah Hodges all added 45s. “I got away with a lot today,” Shipley said. “I’m happy. I got a 37. It was one of my scariest 37s I ever got. I had to grind out so many holes.” Forest Hills Eastern was just two strokes back as Soleil Singh and Jennifer Elsholz both scored 42s and Jordan Duvall and Anne Parlmer both added 45s. “I’m very pleased tonight,” said Hastings head coach Bruce Krueger. “This is what this team is capable of doing on any given day. We got the consistency tonight in the top four. It was very good to see. Those are our four veterans, who have been playing varsity golf.” The only other golfers in the 40s on the day were South Christian’s Morgan Leep (42) and Montana Leep (42), Thornapple Kellogg’s Shannon Hamilton (44) and Wayland’s Sarah Arendsen (49). The Saxons, who teed off with players from Thornapple Kellogg, Wayland, and Catholic Central didn’t, had to wait until they got into the clubhouse to see how the Sailors and Hawks performed. It doesn’t matter to Shipley whether or not she’s matched up with the other players from the league’s top teams or not. “I go out and play my ball and play the course and don’t try to beat other people,” Shipley said. “If you do that, then you just focus on score instead of what you should be focusing on.” Thornapple Kellogg head coach Bob Kaminski has been happy with the improvement of their young teams early in the season. “I thought they played fairly well tonight. They have the capacity to get better, but they played well,” Kaminski said of his Trojans. “It’s a little lower than what we’ve been having. It’s an improvement.” TK also got a 49 from Alex Banash, a 51 The Saxons’ Gabrielle Shipley hits her drive off the number three tee box Thursday during the O-K Gold Conference jamboree at Hastings Country Club. (Photo by Brett Bremer) from Stephanie Reeves, and a 54 from Emmy Peacock. “I thought Shannon really played well,” Kaminski said. “She just was on tonight. She seemed more focused.” While the Trojans had just one senior in the line-up, the Caledonia Scots don’t even have one in the program. “I think next year we’ll be decent. In two years, we’ll be better than that,” Caledonia head coach Gus Wagner said. “We’re also in the toughest league in the state too. That doesn’t help.” The league returned to action Tuesday at Yankee Springs Golf Course. The Hawks again were second in the standings, but this time to South Christian. The Sailors shot a 171, and the Hawks edged the Saxons for second on the tie-breaker after both teams’ top four finished with a total of 173. Wayland was third with a 197, Hastings’ Jessica Kloosterman chips on to the number three green during Thursday’s O-K Gold Conference jamboree at Hastings Country Club. (Photo by Brett Bremer) followed by Thornapple Kellogg 201, Catholic Central 241, Caledonia 244, and Ottawa Hills NTS. Shipley and Meredith both shot a 41 for the Saxons, while Kloosterman added a 45 and Kylee Nemetz a 46. Forest Hills Eastern was scheduled to host the league Wednesday at Egypt Valley. The next conference jamboree will be at Broadmoor Golf Course Tuesday. Thornapple Kellogg’s Shannon Hamilton taps a putt across the number three green at Hastings Country Club Thursday, during the O-K Gold Conference jamboree hosted by the Saxons. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lion volleyball wins Olivet Tournament Maple Valley’s varsity volleyball team improved to 2-0 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association with a 3-0 win over visiting Galesburg-Augusta Wednesday. The Lions won by the scores of 25-22, 2518, 25-17. Kate Peterson and Tiffani Allwardt led the Lion attack. Peterson finished with seven kills, and Allwardt five. McKenna Mater added four, and Kate Ancincova three. The Lions had three players with double digit digs, led by Tamara Burd with 23. McKenna Mater had 13, and Karlee Mater ten. Karlee also had a team-high 15 assists. Overall, the Lions are now 11-6-3. They won the Olivet Tournament Saturday, pulling out a 2-1 win over St. Louis in the championship. The Lions had to face St. Louis and Potterville each twice on the day. The championship win over St. Louis was by the scores of 25-17, 18-25, 15-9. The Lions scored a 2520, 25-22 win over Potterville in the semifinals. In the pool play contests, the Lions defeated Colon 25-20, 25-12, Bellevue 25-14, 26- 24, and Potterville 27-25, 25-16. They split with Olivet 15-25, 25-15 and St. Louis 25-17, 20-25. Maple Valley had three girls with more than 20 kills on the day. Ancincova led the team with 28, while Allwardt had 24 and McKenna Mater 22. Ancincova also had a team high 51 digs and seven blocks. Allwardt added 48 digs and Karlee Mater 40. Karlee added 71 assists on the day. Peterson had a team high 11 aces. Saxons have a solid Saturday The Saxons reached the Silver Division semifinals at Saturday’s Cereal City Tournament hosted by Harper Creek. It was an O-K Gold Conference rival that Vikings have no trouble topping the Gladiators Hastings’ Bruce Krouse (left) and Mitch Brisboe race along during the opening OK Gold Conference meet of the season Wednesday, at Riverside Park in Grand Rapids. Viking setter Lexie Spetoskey passes the ball up during her team’s non-conference win over Fowlerville Thursday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Alaina Case led the Saxon girls at Riverside Park Wednesday, finishing in 21 minutes 37.03 seconds. did a nice job in the front roll with some good hits and good body control.” Kayla Vogel led the Saxons on the day with 54 kills and eight aces. Veronica Hayden had 61 assists. The Saxons started the day with a big 3331, 16-25, 15-12 victory over East Lansing. In pool play. The Saxons then defeated Sturgis 16-25, 25-14, 15-4. In the final game of pool play, Gull Lake defeated Hastings 2516, 25-13. “We struggled with Gull Lake,” McMahon said. “We did not play up to our potential. We beat ourselves. Gull Lake is a good team, we needed to be at our best to beat them, and we weren’t.” McMahon said that some defensive changes helped her team compete Saturday. “We are going to stick with the changes and hopefully they will pay off in the long run,” said McMahon. BOWLING SCORES HHS harriers open league with wins The Saxons boys’ and girls’ cross country teams both scored forfeit wins over Ottawa Hills at the first O-K Gold Conference meet of the season at Riverside Park Wednesday. The Saxons still ran hard though, with six setting new personal best times. Mitch Singleterry ran a personal best time of 18 minutes 16.96 seconds to lead the Hastings boys. Taylor Klotz was second in 19:12.09, Jake Partridge third in 19:39.76, Mitch Brisboe fourth in 20:36.56, and Bruce Krouse fifth in 21:00.22. Those were personal bests for Brisboe and Klotz as well. Meg Travis shaved more than a minute over her previous best, coming across the finish line in 22:14.17 in second place for the Saxons. Alaina Case led Hastings with a time of 21:37.03. Rachel Rimer was third in 22:30.11, followed by Trista Straube in 22:59.69 and Taylor Carter in 23:16.18. That was also a personal best time for Rimer. The next O-K Gold Meet is at Johnson Park Wednesday. ended the Hastings varsity volleyball team’s day. “The biggest disappointment (of the day) was losing to Caledonia,” said Hastings head coach Gina McMahon. “We could have beaten them. We had too many errors. Although, there will be a rematch this Thursday and the players are ready.” The Fighting Scots knocked off the Saxons 25-15, 21-25, 15-13. The Saxons started the Silver Division bracket with a 19-25, 25-12, 15-12 win over North Muskegon. “The players played together, supported one another, pushed one another,” McMahon said. “They were definitely a team. Everyone contributed on Saturday. The juniors stepped up their level of play and did a good job. Katie Devries came off the bench and had some great serves. Her serves pulled us ahead to win a game, a lot of pressure. Lexi Hickey Lakewood’s varsity volleyball team scored a win in its first home dual of the season Thursday. The Vikings knocked off Fowlerville 2511, 25-9, 25-11. Anna Lynch led Lakewood with 11 kills, and Chelsea Lake added ten. Lexie Spetoskey had a team-high 21 assists, as well as 12 digs. Lake added ten digs. Kalli Barrone finished the evening with four blocks, and Lynch chipped in two. Brooke Wieland led the Vikings in serving, with 11 points including six aces. Lakewood will start the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division season at home against Portland tonight. Tuesday Night Mixed Barry County Red Cross 4-0; Boyce Milk Haulers 7-0; J-Bar Antique Tractors 5-3; Hastings City Bank 3-5; Hurless Machine Shop 0-8. Men’s High Games - K. Beebe 192; B. Bryan 179; D. Blakely 171; C. Steeby 170; G. Hause 166; M. Yost 155; S. Hause 155. Men’s High Series - K. Beebe 532; B. Bryan 505; D. Blakely 485; C. Steeby 458; G. Hause 496; M. Yost 440; D. Kiersey 395. Women’s High Games - D. Service 202; B. Wilkins 187; S. Beebe 171; B. Smith 159; R. Gross 132; M. Wilcox 132. Women’s High Series - D. Service 529; B. Wilkins 509; S. Beebe 471; B. Smith 427; R. Gross 344; B. Ramey 361. Tuesday Trios CB’s 7-1; Coleman Agency 6-2; Team #9 5 1/2-2 1/2; Hastings Bowl 5-3; Classic Trio 44; Look Insurance 4-4; Twisted Sisters 3-5; Lu’s Team 2-6; Delton Pool 2-6. High Game and Series - D. James 188514; M. Heath 182-494; S. VanDenburg 192532; T. Daniels 236-555; S. McKee 216-566; P. Ramey 222-475. Wednesday P.M. Eye and ENT 3-1; Mill’s Landing 3-1; Hair Care 2-0; Four Pals 2-0; The River 1-0. Good Games and Series - E. Ulrich 166466; B. Hathaway 155-440; Y. Cheeseman 149-444; B. Smith 159-442; S. Beebe 183- 488; L. Elliston 165-456; T. Christopher 161450; N. Boniface 186-480; D. Seeber 209480. Senior Citizens Sun Risers 3-1; Usedtobe #1 3-1; Three Gals & a Guy 3-1; Early Risers 3-1; King Pins 2-2; Ward’s Friends 2-2; Butterfingers 1-3; Kuempel 1-3; Just Having Fun 1-3; M&M’s 1-3. Women’s Good Games and Series - Y. Cheeseman 188-485; J. Gasper 199-477; B. Maker 180; S. Merrill 193-536; S. Patch 192550. Men’s Good Games and Series - B. Talsma 172-502; R. McDonald 213-563; G. Waggoner 193-510; B. Akers 173-510; J. Grossmyer 177-501; C. Purdum Sr. 190-475; G. Yoder 189-518; D. Kiersey 191-492; M. Saldivar 180-500; R. Hart 188-500; L. Dunn 172; L. Brandt 202-543; L. Markley 155. Mixerettes Good Friends 4-0; Nashville Chiropractic 3-1; Kent Oil 3-1; Dewey’s Auto Body 2-2; NBT 2-2; James Process Service 1-3; Dean’s Dolls 1-3. Good Games and Series - D. James 166463; D. Worm 168; E. Ulich 174; J. Rice 160; B. Anders 171-452; T. Redman 150; S. Merrill 171; M. Rodgers 154; D. Snyder 168464; T. Christopher 168-481; N. Potter 192; S. VanDenburg 178. �Page 20 — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Delton has four runner-up finishes at TK Invite by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The early part of the season has been filled with surprises for the Panthers. Delton Kellogg’s varsity boys’ and girls’ cross country teams both finished runner-up in the Kellogg Division at Monday’s Thornapple Kellogg Invitational at Gun Lake. Delton didn’t only have the second fastest team in each race, but the second fastest individual runner, with Austin Ketola taking second in the boys’ race with a time of 17 minutes 7.5 seconds and Jolene Drum second in the girls’ race with a time of 21:18.5. A junior, Ketola is running cross country for the first time this fall and already has one of the top ten times in the Delton Kellogg record books. He had played football from when he was eight-years-old, through the last two seasons on the junior varsity team. “They influenced me (to come out for cross country) during track season. I was running the mile,” said Ketola. “I made a good choice.” “It feels good. It feels good to come out here and take second and third and to just run.” Ketola didn’t expect to be quite so fast. At the first meet of the season, when pressed for a projected time he said 18:30. He ran a 17:11. The girls’ team was also helped by a late addition to the team, senior Emilee Everett who was the team’s fifth scorer Monday with a time of 24:13. “I’ve been trying to get her to come out for years,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Dale Grimes. “She’s a senior. She showed up at the first practice and I said, ‘are you for real.’” It was no surprise that Drum was near the front, after qualifying for the state finals last season. She was a little surprised how high in the standings she was though. She told coach Grimes that she’d passed two runners late in the race, thinking she had moved up from sixth to fourth. In reality, she’d moved from fourth to second. The Delton girls’ team was second overall, with 77 points, behind Comstock Park which finished with 34 points and had five runners finish in the top ten. West Catholic was third with 86 points in Delton Kellogg’s varsity boys’ and girls’ cross country teams get together to celebrate their runner-up finishes in the Kellogg Division race at Monday’s Thornapple Kellogg Invitational. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hastings’ Marquell Giles cruises along during the first mile of Monday’s Thornapple Kellogg Invitational at Gun Lake. (Photo by Brett Bremer) the Kellogg Division girls’ race, followed by Lakewood 117, NorthPointe Christian 124, Freedom Christian 154, Maple Valley 161, Wyoming Park 232, and Fennville 233. Between Drum and Everett for the Panthers, Brianna Russell was eighth in 22:01, Sarah Rendon 17th in 23:12 and Kelsey Sofia 24th in 23:58. Freedom Christian’s Ainslie Schenk was the top girl in the Kellogg Division, hitting the finish line in 20:40.5. Lakewood had Cassie Thelen finish 12th in 22:27, Cat Martinez 20th in 23:23, Raini Osborne 25th in 24:09, Mycah Ridder 30th in 24:36, and Kelly Hynes 32nd in 24:56. Maple Valley was led by Jessica Rushford’s 11th-place time of 22:17. The Lions also had Pantera Rider 29th in 24:35, Jenne Williams 41st in 25:54, Megan Can trailer set up to collect recyclables for senior party The “original” senior class party can drive trailer is back at the corner of West Walnut Street and Cass Street in Hastings. Those wishing to donate can drop off their cans and bottles to support the Hastings High School 2011 Senior Class Party. Collection has already been going on, and almost $140 has been earned in two weeks. The project raised $2,500 for the 2009 Senior Class Party. SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 4:00 pm 4:30 pm 5:00 pm 5:45 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:30 pm 7:00 pm Boys Boys Girls Boys Girls Girls Boys Girls JV Fresh. Fresh. 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They were both well back of the champion, Freedom Christian’s Noah Haverdink who came in at 16:45.0. Delton’s Ryan Watson was fourth in 17:44.9, followed by teammates Tyler Bourdo 12th in 18:35, Kannon Hoffman 16th in 18:52, and Raymond Vickery 20th in 19:25. Comstock Park won the boys’ meet too, edging the Delton Panthers by four points 50 to 54. NorthPointe Christian was third with 59 points, followed by Freedom Christian 86, Lakewood 131, Maple Valley 161, Wyoming Park 198, Grand River Prep 203 and Fennville 211. Behind Seese for Lakewood, Adam Senters was 21st in 19:26, Nolan Stoepker 34th in 20:29, J Patrick 42nd in 21:10, and Michael Kutch 44th in 21:15. Thornapple Division Thornapple Kellogg senior Allyson Winchester won the Thornapple Kellogg Invitational for the third time in four attempts Monday, taking the Thornapple Division championship with a time of 18:37.8. East Grand Rapids’ Lauren Grunewald bested her for the only time in the event, last fall. Winchester this time had plenty of strength and speed to finish ahead of the Pioneers’ top runner, Jessie Baloga who was second in 18:50.6. “This was like the closest one. Last year it wasn’t close when I lost” said Winchester, the Trojan’s three-time state medalist. “This year it was close (Baloga) pushed me a lot.” Winchester’s time was a bit better than it was a year ago, and her best time of the season so far. Many runners often have their best times of the year on the flat course along Gun Lake, but this year was a little different. There were fewer personal bests. “It might have been the wind or something,” Winchester said. “It didn’t feel fast today. It usually does.” The Hamilton girls weren’t slowed down too much. They ran to the championship with a score of 45 points. There were fourth Hawkeyes who finished in the top eight, led by third-place runner Molly Oren who came in at 19:25.8. Baloga’s East Grand Rapids team was second with 57 points, followed by Caledonia Delton Kellogg’s Austin Ketola (left) and Lakewood’s Tucker Seese pick up the pace as they race towards the finish line at Monday’s Thornapple Kellogg Invitational. Ketola would edge Seese for second place in the Kellogg Division race. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 80, South Christian 104, Byron Center 107, Thornapple Kellogg 119, Wayland 195, Hastings 198, and Rogers 292. The Trojans had two girls in the top ten, with Casey Lawson hitting the finish line ninth in 20:16.5. Behind her for the Trojans, Shelbi Shepherd was 25th in 21:40, Grace Possett 45th in 22:32, and Jessica Crawford 50th in 22:47. Rachel Rimer, who placed 34th in 22:12, led Hastings. Alaina Case was second for the Saxons, in 38th place with a time of 22:20, followed by Trista Straube 42nd in 22:28, Haley Perkins 59th in 23:15, and Taylor Carter 68th in 23:35. The Trojans’ and Saxons’ O-K Gold Conference rivals from Caledonia took the boys’ title with just 43 points. Byron Center was second with 63, followed by East Grand Rapids 117, Hamilton 121, Thornapple Kellogg 133, Rogers 146, Wayland 156, South Christian 169, and Hastings 247. Trojan leader Dustin Brummel came in between the two leaders for the Fighting Scots, placing fourth in 16:39.9. Caledonia was led by Mason Przybysz’s third-place time of 16:36.6. Byron Center’s Jeff Sattler took the boys’ individual championship, with a time of 16:21.5. Hamilton’s Taylor Compton was second in 16:25.9. Behind Brummel for the Trojans, Carl Olsen was 12th in 17:59, David Walter 28th in 18:40, Troy Dunkelberger 54th in 19:41, and Dominic Bierenga 62nd in 19:59. Hastings was led by Mitch Singleterry’s 46th-place time of 19:10. Taylor Klotz was 51st for the Saxons in 19:31, Jake Partridge 70th in 20:20, Marquell Giles 110th in 21:59, and Brandon Secord 135th in 23:24. Scot boys and FHE girls get big wins at first Gold jamboree East GR Middle School H Wayland Middle School A THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 Sparta Invite Sparta Invite Lakewood Invite Saxon FR/JV Invite Saxon FR/JV Invite BC Lakeview Invite BC Lakeview Invite Cancelled-Belding HS MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 3:45 pm Girls JV Golf 4:00 pm Boys Varsity Tennis 4:00 pm Boys JV Tennis 3:45 pm Girls JV Golf 4:00 pm Boys Varsity Cross Co. The Saxons’ Trista Straube closes in on the finish line at Monday afternoon’s Thornapple Kellogg Invitational. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Spencer Ferris raced across the finish line just over half a second ahead of Mason Przybysz at Riverside Park in Grand Rapids Wednesday. He was the only Hawk to finish ahead of one of Caledonia’s scorers though as the Fighting Scot varsity boys’ cross country team had a dominant performance to take an early lead in the O-K Gold Conference. Ferris finished the race in 16 minutes 29.22 seconds, and Przybysz came in at 16:29.89. Thornapple Kellogg’s Dustin Brummel was third in the three-team race, hitting the line in 16:34.00, and he was followed across the finish line by five Fighting Scots. Caledonia’s Evan Zych was fourth in 16:54.72, Joel Dennison fifth in 17:21.77, Brian Farhadi sixth in 17:39.96, Matthew Farhadi seventh in 17:44.26, and Kieran Wyma eighth in 17:44.64. The Fighting Scots beat the defending conference champion Hawks 20-42, and also scored a19-44 win over Thornapple Kellogg. The Hawks scored a win in their confrontation with the Trojans, 20-40. The Trojans’ Carl Olsen finished 13th among the scorers in 17:59.74, followed by teammate David Walter 16th in 18:11.21, Dominic Bierenga 18th in 19:51.64 and Adam Sinclair 19th in 19:54.50. Forest Hills Eastern was the team to finish 2-0 in the girls’ race between those three schools. The Hawks topped the Trojans 22-38 and the Scots 26-29. Caledonia scored a 2434 win over the TK girls. The Trojans’ Allyson Winchester was the only girl to break 19 minutes on the day, finishing in 18:43.87. Forest Hills Eastern had three of the next four finishers, a pack that was broken up by the Scots’ leader Lisa Schultz who came in fourth in 19:49.61. The Hawks had Alyssa Dyer second in 19:13.33, Ellen Junewick third in 19:33.39, and Margo Dixon fifth in 19:49.61. Behind Schutlz for the Scots, Hannah Schroder was seventh in 20:27.34, Maggie Dejong eighth in 20:28.46, Courtney Stauffer ninth in 20:45.46 and Emily Hazelbach tenth in 21:01.3. TK had Casey Lawson place sixth in 20:01.50, followed by Grace Possett 14th in 21:47.86, Shelbi Shepherd 17th in 21:53.88 and Jessica Crawford 19th in 22:46.54. In the afternoon’s other girls’ races, Catholic Central topped Wayland 17-42; South Christian beat Catholic Central 21-34 and Wayland 16-39; while Hastings scored a forfeit win over Ottawa Hills. In the other boys’ battles, Catholic Central went 2-0 with a 21-34 win over Wayland and a 21-40 win over South Christian; Wayland beat South Christian 23-33; and Hastings scored a forfeit win over Ottawa Hills. The next league jamboree is Wednesday at Johnson Park. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 16, 2010 — Page 21 Lots of local teams looking to end losing streaks Delton Kellogg’s Connor Wolschleger (right) rips the ball out of the arms of Maple Valley running back Michael Caldwell putting an end to the Lions’ first drive of the game Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Thornapple Kellogg has a rare opportunity to defeat teams it has never beaten before in back-to-back weeks. The Trojans improved to 3-0 with their first ever victory over South Christian, after a 0-9 start against the Sailors. The Trojan losing streak isn’t nearly as long against Grand Rapids Catholic Central. The Cougars have won the only two meetings between the two teams, in each of the past two seasons. Thornapple Kellogg and Catholic Central are tied atop the O-K Gold Conference standings with Hastings and Caledonia going into week two of league play. The Trojans, Cougars, and Saxons are all 3-0 overall as well. It’s a big weekend at the top of the O-K Gold standings, because Hastings plays host to Caledonia as well Friday. The Saxons avenged one of their league losses from last season by beating Forest Hills Eastern Friday. The only other loss for the Saxons in the Gold last season was against the Fighting Scots. The Saxons will be trying to end a losing streak of their own. “As far as I know, we haven’t beaten them before,” said Hastings head coach Fred Rademacher, “at least since I’ve been here.” The Saxons have dropped their last seven contests against the Fighting Scots, last beating Caledonia in 2001. Maple Valley has a losing streak its trying to end as well. The last time the Lions defeated Pennfield was 1997. That’s five straight wins for the green and gold Panthers. Delton Kellogg is the only team going into this week’s contest from the county with a multiple game winning-streak against its upcoming opponent. The Panthers have won three in a row against the Galesburg-Augusta Rams, who are still winless on the season. Lakewood meanwhile, will face Lansing Catholic this Friday night. That game will be held at the Holt Middle School campus at 1784 Aurelius Rd. in Holt. Current Records Hastings Thornapple Kellogg Delton Kellogg Lakewood Maple Valley O-K Gold G.R. Catholic Central Hastings Thornapple Kellogg Caledonia Forest Hills Eastern Ottawa Hills South Christian Wayland 3-0 3-0 1-2 1-2 1-2 overall (league) 3-0 (1-0) 3-0 (1-0) 3-0 (1-0) 1-2 (1-0) 1-2 (0-1) 1-2 (0-1) 1-2 (0-1) 1-2 (0-1) KVA overall (league) Constantine 3-0 (3-0) Pennfield 2-1 (2-1) Kalamazoo Christian 2-1 (2-1) Olivet 2-1 (2-1) Parchment 2-1 (2-1) Schoolcraft 2-1 (2-1) Delton Kellogg 1-2 (1-2) Maple Valley 1-2 (1-2) Galesburg-Augusta 0-3 (0-3) Hackett Catholic Central 0-3 (0-3) CAAC-White Lansing Catholic Williamston Portland Lakewood Perry Corunna overall (league) 3-0 (1-0) 3-0 (1-0) 2-1 (1-0) 1-2 (0-1) 1-2 (0-1) 0-3 (0-1) Here’s a round-up of last weekend’s local gridiron action. Hastings 27, Forest Hills Eastern 26 It came down to Zack Nurenberg’s foot, but it was the rest of his body language that had Hastings’ varsity football coach Fred Rademacher sure that his Saxons would win. Nurenberg booted a 23-yard field goal as the clock expired to give visiting Hastings a 27-26 victory at Forest Hills Eastern Friday in the first O-K Gold Conference contest of the season. “I felt pretty confident,” Rademacher said. “They tried to freeze him. He was handling it Delton Kellogg’s Jeff Bissett races around Maple Valley’s Brad Laverty during the second quarter of Friday night’s Kalamazoo Valley Association contest at Delton Kellogg High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley’s Garrett Reid finds room to run around the right side of the Delton Kellogg defense during the fourth quarter Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) as good as any young man could. He was laughing and smiling, and it wasn’t that nervous laughter either.” The Saxons don’t kick much, and they don’t pass much either. They had to do both to get the win. The Saxons’ Alex Randall rushed in for two points after each of their three touchdowns. Sean McKeough completed only two passes all game long, for 60 yards. One of them came on the long drive which put the Saxons in position for the game winning field goal. “It looked good going through the uprights. The kick was high and just fell through,” Rademacher said. “It just made it by a few feet.” Nurenberg got to perform his heroics thanks to the heroics of Forest Hills Eastern quarterback Spencer Elliott who rushed for 167 yards and three touchdowns on the night. The Saxons stuffed a quarterback keeper on fourth-andinches on their own 42-yard-line late in the fourth quarter, but Elliott was able to sneak out around the end of the line and rush all the way to the end zone to put his team up 26-24. The missed extra-point try which followed turned out to be big. Hastings had to drive the length of the field to get into position for Nuremberg’s kick. Despite the ground based attack, Rademacher said “We can drive the ball the length of the field in two minutes as well as anybody.” The Saxons got a few big runs from Randall on the drive. He finished the night with 23 carries for 232 yards and three touchdowns. Hastings came from behind three times to take the lead in the game. “They played really well. They never gave up,” Rademacher said. “It was a game of momentum that went back and forth all night long.” Eastern took a 7-0 lead on Elliott’s 49-yard touchdown run in the first quarter. Hastings finally answered in the second with a 71-yard scoring run by Randall. Later in the second, Tom Davis blocked a Hawk punt setting up Randall for another three-yard touchdown run. It was a big night for Davis, who also tied Bobby Leedy for the team high in tackles with 16. Jon Wright added 12, Randall 11, and McKeough had ten tackles and an interception. The Saxons led 16-7 at the half. Eastern’s Jeshurun Washington returned the second half kick-off 92 yards for a touchdown, as momentum swung back the other way. Elliott put his team back in front with a oneyard TD run later in the third. This time, Hastings answered late in the third quarter with a 17-yard touchdown run by Leedy. Mike Eastman had one reception for the Saxons, for 40 yards, and Alex Nichols the other for 20 yards. Delton Kellogg 19, Maple Valley 14 The Panthers needed to talk things over with 5.4 seconds left Friday. Delton Kellogg varsity football coach Jay Carrigan wanted to make sure his guys knew what they were doing in the victory formation, before the final snap of the game. They hadn’t won yet this year. Now the Panthers have. Delton Kellogg and Maple Valley are now both 1-2 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association after the Panthers’ 19-14 win over the Lions at Delton Kellogg High School. Delton needed a couple big plays from Connor Wolschleger in the final minutes to hold on for the win. He recovered an on-side kick with 2:49 left to go, and then intercepted a pass from Lion quarterback Brad Laverty with 5.4 seconds left in the end zone. The Lions spotted the Panthers a 19-0 lead, but battled back to make a game of it. “We beat ourselves,” said Maple Valley head coach Brian Lincoln. “I don’t know how many stinkin’ penalties we had in the first half, how many times we put the ball onto the floor in the first half. That’s two weeks in a row. “It’s just frustrating when you don’t play the whole game, because you know you’re better.” Delton had only scored eight total points in its first two games, losses to Kalamazoo Christian and Parchment. “We’re finally getting it together,” said Delton coach Jay Carrigan. “Two weeks ago in Waldo Stadium, obviously we weren’t ready to play.” “Our juniors imploded there a little bit. We got better last week, and this week was even better.” Delton got a touchdown on a seven-yard run by quarterback Jeff Bissett with 46 seconds to play in the opening quarter, then finished off an 83-yard drive with a 14-yard touchdown run by quarterback Adam May with 2:09 to go in the first half. The first Lion drive of the game ended in a fumble near the Panther 20-yard-line, and Maple Valley coughed up the ball again at its own 40-yard-line with 1:22 left in the first half. Delton got down to the Lion one-yard-line with 16.3 seconds to go, but a rush by Bissett came up short of the goal line and time ran out before the Panthers got another snap off. Delton then made up for missing out on that chance to score with Nick Brindley returning the second half kickoff 81 yards for a touchdown, which was followed by Bissett’s extrapoint kick which made it 19-0. “I told the kids all week we’re going to get Delton’s best effort. It was their first home game and they didn’t have anything to lose,” Lincoln said. The Lions went 56 yards on their first drive of the second half, scoring their first points on a 29-yard touchdown pass from Laverty to Garrett Reid. Laverty then ran in the two-point try. A couple of big punts by Bissett left the Lions starting deep in their own territory on their next two drives. It wasn’t until Reid busted a 53-yard run late in the fourth quarter that the Lions threatened again. Cody Leinhart took the ball the very next play and raced into the end zone from 17 yards out to make it 19-14. Wolschleger recovered the Lions’ ensuing on-side kick, but on a fourth-and-inches play at the Lion 45-yard-line the shotgun snap got away from the Panther quarterback and the Lions’ Matt Woodman recovered. The Lions took over at the Delton 45-yard line and moved the ball down to the ten-yardline in four plays. A penalty on an attempted clock killing spike pushed the Lions back to the 20-yard-line, and Laverty’s pass from there with less than ten seconds left on the clock was picked off in the end zone. “You take that 11 seconds off where they returned the kickoff and we dominated the second half,” Lincoln said. Reid finished the night with five carries for 75 yards, and also had three receptions for 35 yards. Mike Caldwell chipped in 69 yards on 12 carries for the Lions. Laverty completed 6-of-15 passes for 97 yards. Leinhart had two catches for 62 yards. The Lions finished with 338 yards of total offense, to the Panthers’ 267. May and Bissett led the Delton Kellogg attack. May rushed ten times for 65 yards and Bissett 18 times for 60 yards. Bissett was 3-for3 passing for 43 yards, and May connected on one of his three pass attempts for 23 yards. Nolan Smith was Delton’s leading receiver with one catch for 28 yards. “Our offensive line is starting to finally come together,” Carrigan said. “All we’ve been doing the last two weeks are the fundamentals, blocking and tackling.” The blocking was much better. The tackling still needs some work, as the Lions got a couple of their big plays by running through Delton defenders. “Everybody has got players like they do. Players that can make you miss and break tackles and make the game crazy,” said Carrigan. Delton’s defense was led by Harley Miller and Austin Pinks who had seven tackles each. Caldwell had nine tackles for the Lions, and Andy Pierson had seven. Thornapple Kellogg 28, South Christian 13 The “firsts” and “sinces” keep rolling in for the Thornapple Kellogg varsity football team. The Trojans earned their first ever victory ever over the South Christian Sailors Friday night, 28-13 to improve to 3-0 overall and 10 in the O-K Gold Conference. Thornapple Kellogg had lost its first nine meetings with the Sailors, including losses in each of the past seven seasons and play-off defeats against them in 1999 and 1991. Thornapple Kellogg had to survive two big miscues to get the win. The Trojans jumped on South Christian early, scoring the game’s first 21 points on a pair of touchdown runs by Coley McKeough and one by Cody Clouse. McKeough would close the scoring too, notching the only touchdown of the second half on a five-yard run in the fourth quarter. The Sailors came storming back in the first half thanks to two blocked punts in the second quarter, one led directly to the Sailors’ first touchdown and the second soon turned into another score. “The first one we thought was a fluke, but then they had our scheme figured out and blocked it twice,” said TK head coach Chad Ruger. TK’s lead dropped from 21-0 to 21-13 at the half. While the Trojans’ special teams had its troubles, the Trojan defense didn’t have any. “The defense was absolutely sweet,” Ruger said. “The came up with a lot of big plays. I’m not sure how many positive yards South had. The defense kept chasing them down. Our D-line was pretty aggressive.” Defensive lineman Adrian Foster was one of the Trojans’ top tacklers with six. Cody Ybema also had six tackles. Tyler Karcher led the Trojans with eight. McKeough led the offense with the three touchdowns of six, one, and five yards. He rushed 23 times in all for 100 yards. Ybema had 14 carries for 73 yards, and Dylan VanPutten added 16 for 85 yards. McKeough was also a perfect 6-of-6 passing for 60 yards. Tyler Bultema contributed a 60-yard interception return, which put the Trojans in position for their only points of the second half. Ruger said the game was like a chess match in the second half, with South adjusting its defense to slow down the Trojans’ ground game and the Trojans finally finding ways to move the football once again. Nate Iveson was 2-of-4 on extra-point tries for the Trojans. Portland 35, Lakewood 14 Viking head coach Jim Behrenwald thought that maybe if his team had only fumbled the ball away twice, it could have hung with the defending CAAC-White Division champions down to the wire. Lakewood’s varsity football team though fumbled it away four times, and also lost one interception in a 35-14 loss to the visiting Red Raiders Friday. The Vikings also had a few too many problems with the quarterback-center exchange which led to lost plays. “They played extremely hard, trying to fight though adversity,” Behrenwald said of his players. “They didn’t give up. They didn’t get down. They didn’t quit. That’s what you want them to do. You’re going to face adversity in life, and that’s how you’re going to have to get through it.” The Raiders did turn the ball over three times themselves, but Portland did a better job of turning the excellent field position gained into points. Lakewood led 8-7 early in the game, after an 80-yard touchdown run by quarterback Mackenzie Doane. He also added a two-point run to put his team in front. That TD came just 15 seconds after Portland quarterback opened the scoring with a one-yard TD run of his own, and an extra-point kick. The Raiders put 28 unanswered points on the board form then on though, and led 28-8 at the half. “Hats off to Portland,” Behrenwald said. “They’re a big strong football team that runs the ball well and moves the ball well.” “That’s the biggest offensive line I’ve seen in a number of years.” The Raiders had a short field to work with many times, but still moved the ball a long ways finishing with 638 yards of total offense. They rushed for 462 yards and threw for another 176. Kenyon was 11-of-20 passing for 145 yards and a touchdown, and also rushed nine times for 67 yards and another score. Alexander Newman rushed 13 times or 110 yards and two touchdowns, while Andrew Barr added 12 carries for 127 yards and one score. Newman scored on a two-yard run to put his team back in front with just over a minute and a half remaining in the opening quarter. In the second quarter, Barr scored on a 15yard run and the Raiders closed the half with Kenyon completing an 18-yard touchdown pass to Tyler Pierce. Kenyon was a perfect 5of-5 on extra points in the contest. Pierce finished the game with four catches for 46 yards. Newman added a three-yard touchdown run for the Raiders early in the fourth quarter. Doane closed out the scoring with a 23-yard touchdown run with 3:32 remaining on the clock. Doane led Lakewood’s offense on the night with 19 rushes for 157 yards. Jack Tromp chipped in 28 yards on seven carries. 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Taking part in this year’s competition are Allure Hair Studio, Bluebird on the Moon, Bosley Pharmacy, Coleman Agency, City of Hastings, Green Street Veterinary, Floral Designs of Hastings, Fifth Third bank, Farm Bureau Insurance, Pizza Hut and State Grounds. Judges looked for the display that exhibits the most creative use of blue and gold. The winner will be announced during the homecoming game, which begins at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1, at Baum Stadium at Johnson Field. The winner will be announced between the first and second quarters. Prizes include two Saxon season passes to all home sporting events, Saxons’ biggest fan T-shirts, a photo opportunity and bragging rights. Flying association plans special event The Hastings Flying Association will host Appreciation Day Saturday, Oct. 2, at the Hastings Airport from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free hot dogs, chips and sodas will be available to Barry County residents while supplies last. Drawings for free airplane rides or T-shirts for children 7 to 15 will be offered. In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved to Sunday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 Budget cuts force Hastings library to close for holidays Like other institutions dependent on public funds, Hastings Public Library is feeling the effects of cuts in state spending and reductions in taxable value on a voted millage. To balance the budget and serve the public, the library board decided Monday, Sept. 20, to reduce hours during times the library has the fewest patrons. The library board voted to close the library on the Saturday after Thanksgiving and the week after Christmas 2010. This will be unpaid time for all staff. The board considered many possibilities, including a permanent reduction to the library’s hours, according to a press release. The decision for the current fiscal year is to implement a series of closings during the least busy weeks of the year, and to use the closings only as needed to maintain a balanced budget as required by state law. “Additional savings in utilities will occur during the furloughs as the building’s temperature can be lowered and all electronics, including computers, turned off,” said Ken Smith, chair of the library’s budget and finance committee In an average week, 2,500 people enter the library to use a computer, attend a program, or check out a book. In the holiday week, less than half that number seek library services, according to the press release. “Although there is no good time to reduce library services, we are looking for times that impact the fewest library users,” said library Students at Hastings High School have been decorating the halls of their school and creating floats based on the theme of countries and participating in a variety of contests and competitions in celebration of the 2010 homecoming. The homecoming parade will line up Friday, Oct. 1, at 5:30 p.m. in the high school parking lo before stepping off at 6 p.m. The parade will make its way east down South Street, turn north on Church Street, then proceed west on Clinton Street before turning south on Young Street to return to the high school. The class of 2011 also has elected 10 seniors to the homecoming court. The homecoming king and queen, elected by the entire student body, will be announced during half-time festivities of the football game against Thornapple Kellogg, slated to begin at 7 p.m. Friday in Baum Stadium at Johnson Field. Members of this year’s homecoming court include: Kelsey Devroy, daughter of Ann and Chris Devroy, has been a member of student coun- cil for three years, Key Club for two years, Teens Against Tobacco Use (TATU) for two years; Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) for one year, played basketball for one year and soccer for four years. Patricia Garber, daughter of Matt and Colleen Garber, has been a member of student council for two years, National Honor Society for two years, Key Club for four years, the swim team for four years, dance team for four years, participated in the spring musical for two years and Youth in Government for one year. Veronica Hayden, daughter of Jim and Karla Hayden, has been a member of student council for three years, Business Professionals of America and Key Club for four years, Pride Club for four years, Interact Club for two years, played volleyball for four years, basketball for four years, varsity soccer for four years and has been a member of the National Honor Society for two years. Tauri Schils, daughter of Don and Julie Schils, has been a member of student council for four years, Key Club for two years, played ty of a $30,000 to $40,000 reduction in revenues will necessitate larger cuts to services,” according to Board President Shelia Huis. Library patrons will have extended due dates for materials during these periods, and nothing will be accepted through the exterior drop boxes since no one will be at the library to process the returned materials. The library will be closed for Thanksgiving, Nov. 25 to 28, reopening Monday, Nov. 29, at 9 a.m. The library will be closed for Christmas and New Year’s holidays from Dec. 24 to Jan. 2, reopening Monday, Jan. 3, 2011, at 9 a.m. Members of the Hastings High School Homecoming Court waiting to see who will be elected king and queen Friday, Oct. 1, are (front, from left) Kelsey Devroy, Patricia Garber, Tauri Schils (middle) Alex Randall, Steven Maurer, Sean McKeough, Veronica Hayden, Kayla Vogel (standing) Nick Peterson and Brian Baum. For more on the members of the court, see inside. (Photo by Patricia Johns) varsity soccer for three years, basketball for four years, volleyball for one year, was the boys basketball manager for seven years, youth girls basketball camp coach for two years, youth boys basketball camp volunteer for seven years and Future Saxons Night fundraiser volunteer for three years. Kayla Vogel, daughter of Randy and Kelly Vogel, has been a member of student council for four years, Fellowship of Christian See COURT, page 3 Pre-trial set for Hastings dentist in circuit court The community is invited to attend St. Rose of Lima’s annual parish festival from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2, at the church, 805 S. Jefferson St. in Hastings. The event will include an $8 per person barbecue chicken dinner for adults and a $4 children’s dinner with mini-burgers and macaroni and cheese. A children’s carnival will have numerous games and the “Kountry Store” will feature a variety of gift baskets with merchandise donated from local businesses, handmade craft items and more. Silent auction items include a stay at the Adrounie House Bed and Breakfast, an ice-fishing weekend at Acker’s Point Resort, and a prime rib dinner for eight, complete with all the trimmings prepared by Father Richard Altine. Raffles include four chances to win a quarter of beef and a money raffle, with one first place winner taking home $1,000, two second place winners receiving $500 and one third place winner taking home $250. Life Chain returns Sunday See NEWS BRIEFS, continued on page 6 board member Deb Hatfield. Jim Brown, Hastings Township Supervisor, added, “The trend is down on taxable value. It’s a moving target but it is, for sure, getting worse.” The library board anticipates revenues at 9 percent less than last year, or a reduction from $770,819 to $738,727. Since this shortfall has been expected for at least a year, the board and staff were able to trim last year’s expenditures by close to $10,000 in anticipation of shrinking revenues. This reduction was made primarily by cutting programming and materials spending. Some reductions to utilities were made by changing vendors and through conservation. “While these economies do help, the reali- HHS names homecoming court, grand marshals St. Rose festival set for Saturday Sunday, Oct. 3, National Life Chain Sunday 2010 will take place in Hastings and more than 1,400 cities in the U.S. and Canada as defenders of human life seek divine help to end legal abortions. “Life Chain is a peaceful and prayerful public witness of pro-life Americans standing in the gap for one hour,” said Joanna Haddix, area promoter. “The battle to end legalized abortion rests foremost PRICE 75¢ Thursday, September 30, 2010 Delton crowns royalty The 2010 Delton Kellogg Homecoming King Dylan Bouchie and Queen Aubrey Beeler were crowned during Friday’s varsity football game against Kalamazoo Hackett. For more on Delton Kellogg’s homecoming court and festivities, look inside. by David DeDecker Staff Writer Dr. Christopher Tomczyk, a Hastings dentist, appeared in Barry County District Court on Friday, Sept. 24. Tomczyk is charged with two separate felonies for falsifying medical records and two separate misdemeanors for improper use of a chemical agent (nitrous oxide) and unlawful delivery of a chemical agent, respectively. An arraignment pre-trial date was set for Wednesday, Nov. 3, at 8:30 a.m., in Barry County Circuit Court. On that date, before Judge James Fisher, a plea may be entered. A date for trial, final pre-trial or a motion hearing also may be set. A witness appeared for the prosecution during Friday’s preliminary hearing, saying she was told by Tomczyk, as an employee, “Don’t bother writing it down,” referring to recording in the medical chart, the use of nitrous oxide (commonly known as laughing gas). The witness explained that she was not asked to change the information in medical charts, but rather, to not record the nitrous oxide use at all. She testified that in January, Tomczyk told her that nitrous oxide would not be used in the office much longer, so there was no need to record the information. When defense attorney Carol Jones Dwyer cross-examined the witness, the witness was asked if the exact amount of nitrous oxide used on each patient was recorded. The witness said no, only that nitrous was administered to the patient. The defense also called Hastings Police Officer Chris Miller. Miller was asked if the employee, when interviewed Feb. 22 for the police report, said that Tomczyk instructed her to write down nitrous oxide use when it was not used. Miller said the question was asked by Officer Jeff Pratt. According to the police report, the witness told Pratt, “I don’t know why he wanted me to stop writing in the chart when we used it. I still wrote it down.” Jones Dwyer argued that no false information was placed in the two patients’ charts. The argument was based on interpretation of statutory construction. The statute reads, “It is a criminal act for a health care provider, knowing the information is misleading or inaccurate, to intentionally, willfully or recklessly place or direct another to place, in a patient’s medical record or chart, misleading or inaccurate information.” The defense said the language constitutes a crime of “commission” not “omission.” It is the “acting” versus “not acting” which makes the crime. “Where is the falsehood?” asked Jones Dwyer, adding that if Tomczyk did not write any misleading or false information in the patient charts, then he has not violated the statute and is not guilty of the felony charges. Prosecutor Tom Evans asked that the defendant be bound over for trial on the two counts of falsifying medical records, as well as ancillary bind-over for the remaining two counts. “From the testimony presented here today, it appears that Dr. Tomczyk, a health care provider, did direct somebody to place false or misleading diagnosis as to treatment in a chart,” said Evans. Tomczyk’s attorney asked for the charges to be dismissed. Judge Gary Holman said the overt act of telling someone to not record information was within the legislative intent of the statute and therefore found enough evidence for probable cause on the felony charges. �Page 2 — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — The Hastings Banner DKHS Homecoming celebrates royalty, seasons and more by David DeDecker Staff Writer The rain disappeared long enough for Delton Kellogg Panthers to enjoy the 2010 Homecoming celebration. The theme for this year’s homecoming was “seasons.” The student council sponsored an activitypacked week. Class float building began Monday, and the junior and senior girls faced off in the annual powder puff football game. After 48 action-packed minutes, the juniors defeated the seniors 20-8. DK football coaches acted as officials, with the junior boys sporting kilts and cheering on the girls. High school students participated in traditional dress-up days. On Monday, students dressed to fit the “Seasons,” Tuesday was “Senior Citizens Day,” Wednesday was “Wacky,” Thursday was “Dream Career Day.” Friday, students and staff showed their school spirit by wearing the traditional maroon and white, with a pep assembly rounding off the week. The final standings for Spirit Week were: seniors, first place; sophomores, second; juniors, third; and freshman, fourth place. Monday through Thursday evenings, the students worked on class floats in the bus barn. The floats were judged by people from the schools and the community, based on creativity, workmanship, connection to theme and demonstration of school spirit. The freshman Float, “Hackett, an avalanche is coming!” was sponsored by Lisa Strang and Janine Smith. The sophomore’s float, “Spring into victory” was sponsored by Jodi Borowicz and Christine Kiel. The float of the junior class, “Summer born to win” was sponsored by Laura Hufford and Mary Collier. Seniors titled their class float, “You’re Falling out of Luck,” which was sponsored by Tammie Grabowski and Denny Bouchie. First place float honors went to the seniors, second to juniors, third to sophomores and fourth place to the freshman. The battle on the gridiron was against Kalamazoo Hackett. During the football game’s half-time ceremonies, the king and queen were crowned. This year, the Delton Kellogg Panther’s Homecoming King and Queen are Dylan Bouchie and Aubrey Beeler. The freshman class court representatives were Aaron Addison and Shelby Bissett. Aaron is the son of Calvin Addison and Jennie Korloch. He participates in wrestling and earned high school math credit during eighth grade. Shelby is daughter of Mark and Karen Bissett. She participates in soccer and swims for the Hastings swim club. Sophomore class court representatives were Caleb Alman and Brooke Martin. Caleb is the son of Rodney and Nancy Alman. He is a member of Delton Kellogg Theatre Arts Company, the student council, and is a percussionist in the DKHS Band. Caleb has been on the honor roll numerous times, and received straight ones at MSBOA State Festival as a member of Delton’s band. Brooke is daughter of Jeff and Michelle Martin. She is a member of the varsity softball and basketball teams and has been on the honor roll. Ryan Hook and Kelsey Sofia were junior class representatives. Ryan is the son of Steve and Michelle Hook. He participates in varsity soccer, basketball and baseball and is a member of the student council and National Honor Society. Ryan has been honored with All KVA Honorable Mention in baseball, received several Panther Pride awards, and has been on the honor roll. Kelsey is daughter of Bonnie Sofia. She is a member of the varsity cross country and track teams, student council, and the Miss Delton Court. She has been awarded Barry County Honorable Mention for cross country. Candidates for king and queen were: Aubrey Beeler, daughter of Conrad and Diane Beeler. She is a part of the student council as president of the senior class, participates in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program, National Honor Society, Teens Against Tobacco Use (TATU), Teens Against Drinking Underage (TADU), DKTAC and yearbook. She has been honored as an Everyday Hero, has been on the honor roll, and is a junior park ranger. Aubrey plans on attending the University of Michigan to become a dentist. Jeffrey Bissett, son of Mark and Karen Bissett. He participates on the varsity football, wrestling, and baseball teams. He has been honored All KVA for three years in wrestling and two years for football and baseball as well as All-Barry County for two years in wrestling and baseball. He has also been to the state finals for wrestling. Jeff plans on attending college to become a physical therapist and hopes to play sports in college. Dylan Bouchie, son of Denny and Marc Bouchie. He is a part of the DKHS Band, DKTAC and takes classes Kendall College of Art and Design . He has been honored with Panther Pride and has been on the honor roll. Dylan plans on attending Kendall to become a graphic arts designer. Tyler Bourdo, son of Wayne and Karmin Bourdo. He participates in varsity cross country and track. He is a part of TATU , TADU and the National Honor Society. Tyler has earned Panther Pride, honor roll and All KVA track and cross country awards. Tyler plans on attending college to study civil engineering and architecture. Katelyn Grizzle, daughter of Jack and Nancy Grizzle. She is a part of the DKHS varsity volleyball and soccer teams. She has been on the honor roll every trimester of her high school career. Katelyn plans to a four-year college to major in psychology and then graduate school to study neurology. Aaron Hakes, son of David Hakes and Sheri Trudeau. He is a member of the varsity Delton Kellogg Girls Homecoming Court are (from left) Nicole Merda, Katelyn Grizzle, Kelsey Sofia, Krista Holtman, Brooke Martin, Shelby Bissett and Queen Aubrey Beeler. football and basketball teams. He has been awarded Panther Pride award and has been on the honor roll. Aaron plans on becoming an architect or a crane operator after high school. Krista Holtman, daughter of Debbie and Steve Holtman. Krista is the senior class vice president, and in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Krista plans on attending an out-ofstate college to pursue a law degree. Nicole Merda, daughter of Mike Merda and Heidi Tyner. Nicole is a member of the varsity sideline and competitive cheer teams. She also snowboards and wakeboards. Nicole has been MIP for Little League and been awarded with a Panther Pride and has been on the honor roll. Nicole plans on attending KVCC and Western Michigan University to become a dental hygienist. Junior court representatives Ryan Hook and Kelsey Sofia. 2010 DK Homecoming King Dylan Bouchie and Queen Aubrey Beeler. Freshman court representatives Aaron Addison and Shelby Bissett. Young Delton gridiron enthusiasts join in the parade festivities. Senior court candidate Krista Holtman. Senior court candidate Nicole Merda. The sophomore class float is titled “Spring into victory.” Senior court candidates Tyler Bourdo and Katelyn Grizzle. The littlest panthers in the parade ride on the Delton Kellogg Preschool float. Sophomore court representatives Caleb Alman and Brooke Martin. The Delton Kellogg Marching Band is always a big treat at the homecoming parade. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — Page 3 Central spectrum COURT, continued from page 1 Although he arrived too late in the day to be an eyes-on lesson for students at Central Elementary School in Hastings, Roy G. Biv (the mnemonic students use to memorize the colors of the rainbow — red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet) hovered over the school and elsewhere in the county for several minutes Monday evening. The full rainbow, which at times had a double arc (pictured at right), lasted 15 to 20 minutes during a light sprinkle. County Board to consider continued funding for school liaison officer tribute $60,000?” Lyons asked why the sheriff’s department had previously asked for more than $114,000 for the program. “Where does this end — $58,000 today and then are we expected to fund more down the road? Where is this going?” he asked. “The total budget is $146,824,” said Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf, who said a deputy with four years of experience typically earns around $75,000 per year. “Right now, what we have is, $146,000 minus the $30,000 the schools are willing to donate ...” said Leaf. “... The United Way kicks in $7,000, so that leaves us with $109,824 ... 2010 funding was $58,671 and that leaves $51,153 left over. My recommendation is that we can get that $58,671 from the umbrella [delinquent tax fund] and the $51,153 out of the diverted felons fund. That takes care of that problem completely.” The diverted felons fund is when a convicted felon is sentenced to jail rather than prison, the county gets a certain amount of money per day from the state to house that inmate, according to Leaf. He said there is currently $274,000 in the diverted felons fund, but added the State of Michigan owes Barry County approximately $70,000. Gibson said money from the diverted felons fund is intended for programs such as the school liaison officer. “... The state has shorted the schools. We’re asked to pick up the State’s shortage, is what this boils down to,” said Houtman. Leaf said that if the liaison program was not funded, it would mean pulling approximately six deputies off road patrol. “I can’t afford to have that; our guys are taking about 60 percent of the calls from dispatch right now,” he said. Leaf explained that, due to union contracts, part-time officers, cadets, who work in the jail would have to be laid off before the full-time officers such as the school liaison officers, which would mean full-time, higher seniority deputies would need to be pulled from road patrol to run the jail. “It’s probably $270,000, $280,000 worth of patrol we are going to be losing ... if I had to lay off two officers and the cadets also,” said Leaf. Callton said the county could match what the schools pay to support the liaison program or fund the program at 76 percent of 2010 levels as it is doing for other non-mandated programs. To do otherwise, he said, “could create reverberations and cause some sore spots ...” “... To fund a program that is not ours because the state cut that system and created this oblique problem for the sheriff because his cadets have to go away because that is married to his union contract and all that ... I want to know how that become our problem — especially when we have an unfunded ... a program that is not part of our mandate?” said Houtman. “My intent was to not fund this because we need to start restructuring our government expenditures ...” Bremer amended his motion to fund the liaison program at 76 percent from the delinquent tax fund, and Gibson supported it. However, the motion and support were withdrawn after further discussion and the commissioners decided to put the issue on the agenda of next week’s committee-of-thewhole meeting with discussion of funding for other non-mandated programs. In other business, the board: • Approved a resolution changing Michigan Employee Retirement System (MERS) benefits to increase employee contributions to the MERS pension plan from 1 percent of gross wages to 2 percent of gross wages for the staff in the Thornapple Manor AFSME Local 2742 union bargaining group. • Approved resolution adopting Benefit Program E Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) increase, with an effective adjustment date of Jan. 1, 2011, for Division 22 employees who retired between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2008. • Approved a resolution adopting Benefit Program E COLA increase, with an effective adjustment date of Jan. 1, 2011, for Division 12 employees who retired between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2010. This year Hastings High School is honoring the 2010 Hastings High School retirees as the grand marshals for the homecoming parade. They are: Joyce Cooklin taught math for 37 years, advised Key Club, Quiz Busters and Ski Club. Earl Cooklin served as the Hastings Area Schools Food Service director for 40 years. Nancy Cottrell taught in the business department for 25 years and was advisor for the Business Professionals of America. Steve Kaiser taught science for 40 years, served as the science department chair, coached basketball and taught driver’s education. Bruce Kreuger served in Hastings Area Schools for 34 years, teaching in the science and math departments and serving as a counselor and K-12 department chair. Melva Nystrom taught physical education for 35 years and coached cheerleading, volleyball and track. Andrea Storrs taught art for 39 years, served as chair for the fine arts department, advised SADD and filled the Saxon showcases with student art and news clippings. Jim Sutherland taught industrial arts for 25 years, helped build the first high school weight room and started the first weight training program for Saxon athletes. Hastings City Bank K by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During the next Barry County Board of Commissioners’ committee-of-the-whole meeting, slated for 9 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5, commissioners will discuss restoring at least partial funding for the sheriff department’s school liaison program. In August, Barry County Administrator Michael Brown unveiled a proposed 2011 county budget which eliminated all funding for non-mandated programs such as Michigan State University Extension (MSUE), the Barry County Economic Development Alliance, Barry Conservation District, Barry County Parks and Recreation, the school liaison program and more. Department heads of the programs slated for funding cuts and members of the public made appeals to commissioners for re-established funding during subsequent county board meetings. During its Sept. 23 meeting, the board approved, by a 5-2 vote, a motion to restore 76 percent of the 2010 level of funding to most non-mandated services that had requested funding for the 2011 fiscal year with Commissioners Joe Lyons, Mike Callton, Jeff VanNortwick, Craig Stolsonburg and Robert Houtman voting in favor of the motion, and Howard Gibson and Mike Bremer, casting dissenting votes, saying they wanted more funding. Commissioner Don Nevins was absent. The school liaison officer program and the Hastings/Barry County Airport were nonmandated programs requesting support for 2011, were not recommended to have funding restored to 76 percent of the 2010 level. However, commissioners unanimously approved a motion recommending that the board reserve $42,728 from the delinquent tax fund for the airport, in case the proposed .1 mill operating millage for the airport is rejected by voters in the November election. If the millage passes, the money will remain in the delinquent tax fund. Regardless of the outcome of the millage proposal, the county will supply $6,350 to cover the airport’s 2011 debt retirement. During Tuesday’s board meeting Bremer initially made a motion, supported by Gibson, the board take an additional $58,671 from the delinquent tax fund to cover the cost of the program. “By supporting these non-mandated programs, we are protecting the future of Barry County ...” said Bremer, who described the school liaison program as “a vital and important part of keeping Barry County on the straight and narrow.” While Bremer likened using money from the delinquent tax fund as “pruning the tree” which leads to more growth, Stolsonburg said he thought of it as cutting the roots. “You don’t know what the future is going to bring the next 10 years...” said Stolsonburg. “... It offends me that you are proposing we fully fund this whereas we are cutting jobs downstairs and we are cutting MSU Extension 24 percent. Not only that, the schools have already cut their funding for this and they are the ones that get the greatest benefit out of it, anyhow.” “They most certainly do,” said Bremer. “The kids get the best benefit out of it.” Bremer said the schools, like the county, are faced with reduced budgets. “We got a $13 million budget,” said Stolsonburg. “...The schools’ have a combined $100 million budget. So they are contributing $30,000 and we’re supposed to con- Athletes for four years, Key Club for four years, National Honor Society for two years, Pride Club for one year, played basketball for three years and varsity volleyball for four years. Brian Baum, son of Dave and Susie Baum, has been a member of Business Professionals of America for one year, the wrestling team for four years, the golf team for four years, and Saxon Chest Painters Club for four years. Steven Maurer, son of Steve and Stacy Maurer, played tennis for four years, participated in band for four years, a member of the HHS Industrial and Technological Education Society for three years, Science Olympiad for three years, spring musical for three years, and Varsity Singers for one year. Sean McKeough, son of the late Jan and Tom McKeough and brother of Sarah and Rick Reed, played football for four years, basketball for three years, baseball for three years and was a member of Key Club for one year. Nick Peterson, son of Sue and Jim Peterson, played golf for four years and soccer for three years. Alex Randall, son of Asa and the late Allison Randall, has played football for four years. n ’ i p e e ! l a c o l it Barry County’s only local bank has a friendly, knowledgeable staff ready to help you find the products and services that meet your needs. Ask us about our totally free checking account! Our quick switch kit will have you transferring your accounts in no time. 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On Oct. 2, the Flying Association will be hosting an Airport Appreciation Day to let the community know we appreciate their continued support over the past years. We will have several pilots offering free airplane rides for as many children as we have time for. There will be free hot dogs for everyone. Please come out to see your beautiful airport. Visit with our members and ask questions. There will be a millage request on the November ballot. It will cost the average homeowner about $5 a year. A plan is in place to make the airport self-supporting by the end of the millage so the taxpayers will no longer need to pay for the airport. That money will then be available for other much-needed services. We really need your support. Norman and Joyce Noviskey, Hastings Thank an unsung hero To the editor: More than ever, a majority of Americans are increasingly disconnected from the individuals who provide food, fiber and fuel. Farms in Michigan range from small, beginning farmers to large operations. It’s important to realize that almost all of Michigan farms are owned and operated by families. Whether they grow potatoes for Frito Lay or for a farmers market, they work long hours to plant and harvest the crop. They are businessmen and women who know that if they do not make a profit, they will not be able to afford to keep farming and feed the world. Michigan has 54,800 farms, among which we have a larger variety of crops than any state except California. The Michigan State University Product Center reported that agrifood and agri-energy are a $71.3 billion industry in Michigan. Agriculture is responsible for one out of every 12 jobs in America. And while many sectors of our economy are running trade deficits, American agriculture has had a trade surplus for nearly 50 years. This year the surplus is expected to exceed $30 billion. Agriculture exports help create important income opportunities for producers as well as off-farm jobs that are so critical for strengthening economies across America. In fact, every billion dollars in agricultural exports supports over 8,000 jobs and generates an additional $1.4 billion in economic activity. As Americans, we are fortunate to live in a country where the strength of our agriculture economy provides us with an income advantage over the rest of the world. On average, Americans spend less than 10 percent of family income on food — much less than other Western nations — freeing up income to save for retirement, pay a mortgage and purchase goods that would otherwise be unaffordable. If there is a group of Americans who fully embody our nation’s values, it is the farmers of the United States. During the harvest season, these hard-working men and women put in long hours to bring in the crops they spent time, energy and money to produce. Meanwhile they face the threat of natural disasters, rapidly fluctuating commodity prices and increasing input costs. America’s farmers have helped our country become strong and stay strong. They’ve provided consumers with the highest quality food and fiber, and today they are helping to lay the foundation for a new energy economy. This week as you visit the grocery store, a restaurant or farmer’s market, I am asking that you join my colleagues and me at the U.S. Department of Agriculture in thanking America’s farmers. I’m certain they will be grateful to know that their fellow citizens appreciate their role in making America a truly great nation. Christine White, State Executive Director USDA-Farm Service Agency Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, Sept. 30 — Movie Memories celebrates the screenplays of Tennessee Williams with “Sweet Bird of Youth,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1 — preschool story time about gardens, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 2 — Lego Club creates haunted scenes, 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5 — toddler story time learns about autumn, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 6 — Terrific Tweens create haunted scenes, 4 to 5 p.m.; Linda Weaver Clarke presents “Create Your Family Story” 6:30 to 8 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information. The 1950s brought variety of retail promotions to Hastings Everyone is invited to join the merchants and local restaurants in pers to invade town. Another popular promotion was the “Mystery Shopper” when a downtown Hastings Thursday, Oct. 7, for an evening of shopping, dining, specials and prizes for the semi-annual Girls’ Night Out specific day during the week a mystery shopper would walk around promotion. The first Girls Night Out event was held in 2008 with town waiting to hand out special certificates at local stores. approximately 30 businesses involved and has evolved into one of Shoppers were told to listen to the music played over the public Hastings’ premier promotions. This time, merchants will be offer- address system and when they heard a certain song, the mystery ing specials, plus a postcard will be handed out at a designated booth. Those who get the card stamped at 10 local businesses will be eligible to win one of three gift purses filled with items from local businesses. Free roses will be handed out and special T-shirts will be available for purchase. Looking through a file from the 1950s uncovers a list of special promotions businesses created to lure customers to shop and enjoy time in their community. In 1952, Hastings held an annual ‘Bargain Days’ event, where local merchants had a special sale in February in hopes of making room for spring merchandise. The sale was held for two days, Friday and Saturday, with drastic discounts on seasonal merchandise. Local retailers stayed open until 9 p.m. Friday and later on Saturday to accommodate the increased traffic. During the holiday season in the 1950s, local merchants welcomed customers to their annual ‘PreChristmas Dollar Days’ event. The Hastings received national attention for the mid-1950s “Race for Saucers” special special sale kicked off the holiday promotion. (Photo by Leo Barth) season with specials in every store, along with the start of holiday hours where most stores stayed open shopper would start handing out gift certificates for discounts at the until 9 p.m. each night during the week. The holiday lights were stores. Each time the selected songs were played, the mystery shopaglow, and the stores invited customers to shop and support local per handed out at least $50 to anyone who recognized the person merchants. In the 1950s, residents did most of their holiday shop- selected to be the mystery shopper. A different person was chosen ping in small towns, traveling to the larger cities on special occa- from the Chamber’s retail division each week. Retailers had every sale imaginable, from harvest festivals, sumsions. I can remember going Grand Rapids shopping downtown in department stores like Herpolshimer’s and Wurzburg’s and to see mer sales, Hastings bargain days — you name it and we tried it, in the beautiful lights throughout the stores and the downtown shop- an effort to bring shoppers to downtown Hastings. My favorite event held in the mid-1950s was the “Race for ping area. Seeing Santa Claus and riding the holiday train at Saucers” where an airplane left Hastings Airport with boxes of flyWurzburg’s Department Store was always a special treat for kids. In the summer, retailers here held a ‘Kiddie Karnival’ designed ing saucers with coupons taped to them. The plane circled the just for kids prior to the Fourth of July weekend, offering some- downtown area and at a precise time, dropped hundreds of saucers thing to make the children of our town and their guests welcomed over State Street. Hundreds of people, young and old alike, were by local merchants. The three-day event offered games with prizes, waiting to catch a saucer to see what special coupon — or a $1 bill a carnival and pony rides, ending with a big parade on Saturday — was hidden in the saucers. Hastings received national attention afternoon. It was a successful event that was held every year in the for this special promotion at a time when most people had an interest in flying saucers. It just goes to show you just how successful mid-1950s. In building our relationship with the agricultural community, retailers can be when they put their heads together and get behind local merchants wanted to promote our agriculture partners. To do a local promotion. Looking back in our files, I noticed many people who were either so, Hastings held an annual Farmers’ Days celebration in downtown Hastings. A Reminder advertisement said, “All roads lead to chamber board members or committee members interested in makHastings for the big two-day Farmers’ Day celebration, Friday and ing our chamber successful. Here are some of the names gleaned Saturday, where everyone in Hastings will make a special effort to from our files: Robert Godfrey, vice president and treasurer show farmers and all their guests how much their contributions to Hastings Mutual Insurance Company; Roger Wiswell, Barry our community are appreciated.” Hastings’ main street was closed County Lumber Company; Ken Hoffman, Hoffman Drug Store; off from Church to Michigan for displays of farm equipment, food John Mahler, Mahler Motor Sales; D.A. Siegel, Hastings booths along with all kinds of discounts from area merchants. Manufacturing Company; Roy Thomas, Miller Real Estate; Roman Events included guessing the weight of a hog, a basket of eggs, the Feldpausch, president of G&R Felpausch Food; Marvin Anderson, number of kernels of corn in a jar, number of feet in a roll of fence International Seal and Lock and Viking Corporation; Jim Coleman, wire; prizes were offered to farmers who had the closest guesses. Coleman Agency; Richard J. Guenther, Hastings superintendent of Local merchants decorated their windows with festive agricultural schools;, Stanley Cummings, owner Ben Franklin Store; H. F. scenes that were judged, and prizes were awarded. The celebration Ritchie, Consumers Power Company; George Hamaty, Tyden ended Saturday evening with entertainment on main street. One Corporation; Patrick Hodges, Hodges Jewelry; Robert Birke, year, more than 7,000 people registered in 32 contests for the prizes Birke’s Cut Rate Shoes; and Robert Sherwood, Sherwood available during the celebration. They also had a special street Insurance. This is by no means a complete list; it’s just a sampling of the dance Saturday evening that attracted thousands of people to town. Popular square dance clubs from various communities were invit- level of support by local business and industrialists who were willed to attend to put on exhibitions, adding to the fun of the weekend. ing to give much of their time to promote Hastings throughout the And of course, everyone looked forward to (and still does) year. Today, national big box stores continue to threaten downtowns Hastings’ annual sidewalk sale held Friday and Saturday the second week of July, just before the Barry County Fair. A special adver- like Hastings. Make sure you do your best to support area mertisement reported, “Merchants ‘hawked’ their wares from sidewalk chants whowork hard each day to give back by helping to keep our stands,” offering shoppers deep discounts on merchandise, some of community alive and growing. which local merchants purchased special for the sale. There were Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics food booths, grab bags and all kinds of deals just waiting for shop- Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. Will budget discord lead to shutdown? The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... In recent years, elected state officials have not reached agreement on the budget before the deadline, even leading to shutdown of some state offices. Although early agreements looked promising several weeks ago, the 2011 budget has not yet been finalized. Are you concerned that there will be a state shutdown again? 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They’ll get it done.” Sharon Drake, Delton: “Yes, because the budget affects a lot of people.” Don Bentley, Delton: “Yes, because it’s a difficult thing to do — provide all the funding needed for everything with such a limited amount of money.” Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 ��Page 6 — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — The Hastings Banner NEWS BRIEFS, continued from page 1 with persons who will equip themselves to reach out to area families, love without condition and stand boldly against the forces destroying our youth and culture.” For more information, log on to www.NationalLifeChain.org or www.LifeChain.net. “If you or someone you know is involved in a crisis pregnancy or needs confidential help locally, you may contact My Alpha Place at 269-948-9013 or log on to www.myalphaplace.org,” added Haddix. ‘Cider Sundays’ begin October Cider Sundays at Bowens Mills in Yankee Springs Township will continue every Sunday through Oct. 31 and feature cider pressing and water-powered corn-grinding demonstrations, living history encampments, old-time music by Jerry Ball, a farm animal petting area and horse-drawn wagon rides, along with many other history-related activities. Cider, doughnuts, hot apple dumplings and other foods are available near the large shaded picnic area. Chamber’s annual dinner is next week The Barry County Chamber of Commerce will recognize chamber members at its Oct. 5 annual gala at the Middle Villa Inn in Middleville with two award presentations: Exemplary Customer Service Award and the Brick Award. The Athena Award also will be presented at Worship Together… 77549917 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http:// trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. PRAIRIEVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 12711 S. M-43 Hwy., Delton, MI 49046 (1 mile south of Gilmore Car Museum). Pastor Larry Saunders. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are MondayThursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Sunday School for PreK-2nd and 3rd-5th and Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. New Series... 40 Days of Love... beginning October 10th! HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost - Oct. 3 - Women’s Sunday 8:00 & 10:45; Sunday School 9:30; Men’s and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. Pastor Amy Luckey. http://www.discovergrace.org FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 405 N. M-37, Hastings, MI 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Transition Sunday Events: 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 6 p.m. Chancel Choir Practice. Saturday - 10 a.m. Praise Team. Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study. Wednesday - 9:05 a.m. Confident Parenting Bible Study. 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Area Obituaries Merle C. Garber The fifth Girls Night Out returns Thursday, Hastings City Bank recognized for strength, membership Hastings City Bank has earned the highest rating for strength and stability from BauerFinancial, Inc., in Coral Gables, Fla., the nation’s bank rating firm. Earning Bauer’s five-star Superior rating indicates that Hastings City Bank is one of the strongest banks in the country, excelling in such areas as capital adequacy, delinquent loan levels and profitability. “There has been a lot of debate recently about how much capital banks should have on hand,” said Karen L. Dorway, president of BauerFinancial. “That has never been a question here at Bauer. A sizeable capital cushion can make all the difference in an economic crisis. In fact, we consider it so important that in order to earn a five-star rating from Bauer, Hastings City Bank’s capital ratios are at least twice what federal regulators require. With 27 years to back us up, Bauer has always believed that capital is king.” Established in 1886, Hastings City Bank has been serving the banking needs of its community for 124 years. It operates through six offices in Bellevue, Caledonia, Hastings, Middleville, Nashville and Wayland and can also be found on the internet at www.hastingscitybank.com. BauerFinancial, Inc. has been reporting on and analyzing the performance of U.S. banks and credit unions since 1983. No institution pays BauerFinancial to rate it, nor can any choose to be excluded. Consumers may obtain star-ratings by visiting www.bauerfinancial.com. The Independent Community Bankers of America ICBA also congratulates Hastings City Bank for reaching an important milestone as an ICBA member. This marks the community bank’s 65 years as a member of ICBA, the only national organization dedicated exclusively to serving the needs of the nation’s nearly 8,000 community banks. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. Fiberglass Products 1401 N. Broadway Hastings Girls Night Out returns Oct. 5 Oct. 5, from 5 to 9 p.m. in downtown Hastings. Approximately 30 businesses will be participating, with discounts, specials and other offers exclusive to this special night for “girls” of all ages. Shoppers can pick up a Girls Night Out postcard at any participating business and have it stamped at 10 locations to be eligible to receive one of three gift purses filled with donated items from participating businesses. Barlow Florist will again be giving away roses to the first 500 visitors and will host singer Count Laws and authors Kevin Shorkey and Pam Bush of Freeport. To commemorate the event, Girls Night Out T-shirts may be purchased at Bosley Pharmacy the night of the event. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Lauer Family Funeral Homes the annual dinner, recognizing and honoring an outstanding business and professional individual for excellence in their chosen field, for providing valuable service to the community and for actively assisting women in their attainment of professional goals and leadership skills. Nominees this year are Carla Wilson-Neil and Katherine Sheldon. Reservations can be made to attend the annual dinner by contacting the chamber at 269-945-2454 or e-mailing Lynn Hatfield at lynn@mibarry.com. Blown away by handheld device by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters I sat on the granite steps and waited in the shade of a campus building. As good as his word, Dan Hanson of Olympus Innov-X arrived to show me a real-life device that reminded me of Spock’s tricorder in Star Trek. When I was a young geology student many moons ago, I used to study the variation of chemical composition in the Earth’s many rocks, minerals and soils. Different elements could spell the route to finding a new platinum deposit or tracing out plumes of pollution around old chemical plants. In my day, the effort required to identify chemicals in samples meant days’ or weeks’ worth of work, taking samples back to the lab and painstakingly analyzing them. The world has changed. X-ray florescence, or XRF, is one way of determining what elements are present in a sample of material. The astounding thing to me is that the old XRF machines weighing a ton can now be replaced for many purposes by an XRF machine not much larger than a quarter-inch drill. The tube source of X-rays in the device is similar to what powers medical devices, but on a much smaller scale. Dan had his device in a small, black suitcase. He gave me the background on how the instrument had been miniaturized since my days in the lab. Then he held the device against the granite on which we were sitting and pulled the trigger. In less than a minute, it had created data on which chemical elements were present in the rock. Knowing granite, I wasn’t surprised at the read out. But I was impressed with the speed of the analysis and the minor elements the device was identifying. It seemed to me that I was looking at Spock’s tricorder. Dan and I next stepped over to a very different kind of rock that my university had conveniently made into nearby benches. Again, we just held the device against the stone and pulled the trigger. The data rolled in. Finally, we wandered over to sandstone that forms the entrance to the student union building. We analyzed that, too. Total time elapsed for three pieces of work: about five minutes. Clearly Dan’s device could save a company or a prospector oodles of money on assays, compared to the old way of doing business. The hand-held device has some limits. It’s much better at certain applications than others. It does very well, for example, identifying the metals in alloys. “The scrap iron business is one of our better customers,” Dan told me. “They use it to identify stainless steel on the spot, so it can be sorted into a different bin from the rest of what they process because it’s worth more. For that type of work, the analysis takes only half a second.” Another example of what the tricorder does well is help with major demolition and salvage projects. “One of our customers paid for his on the first day he had it on the job. They were taking apart an old chemical plant. The solder that had been used on the pipes contained silver. So they could pull that out separately and sell it,” he said. The basic model of the XRF costs about $22,000. Part of that cost is the X-ray “guts” of the tool, and part of it pays for the complex software that calibrates the device and can be changed for different applications. Another, top-of-the line model does an analysis called Xray diffraction, as well. That means the tool can tell you not just chemical composition but which minerals are present in the sample. Although Dan works with the device every day, he said he’s still impressed by it. “We don’t know yet all we can do with it. There’s more to learn,” he said with a smile. As I’ve noted in this column from time to time, science and technology continue to make progress even though other parts of our collective lives all too often don’t seem to. That’s one of the reasons I’m still quite hopeful about the world’s future, despite our current economic challenges. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. Follow her on the web at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter at RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University. NASHVILLE, MI – Merle C. Garber, age 82, of Nashville, died Wednesday, September 29, 2010 at Thornapple Manor. Merle was born June 16, 1928 in Brethren, the son of Abraham and Mabel (Keck) Garber. He attended school in Brethren. Merle worked with his brother Bob as a carpenter in the 60s, AE Hoover Universal in Charlotte from 1969 until he retired in 1980, and was a sexton for three area cemeteries. Merle served in the United States Army from 1947-1950 when he was honorably discharged. He was married February 6, 1953 to Marjory Henion. She died June 7, 2008. Merle was a member of the Hastings Moose Lodge where he was past Governor and Fellow Legion. He enjoyed fishing, camping, woodworking, picking up walnuts and doing yard work. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Marjory; a daughter, Diane Garber; grandson, Scott Garber; great-grandson, Tilyr Bower; eight brothers and sisters. Merle is survived by his sons, Daniel Garber of Nashville, Robert (Judy) Garber of Nashville, Merle (Sandy) Garber of Lowell, Jeff (Teresa) Garber of Grandville; four grandchildren, Angela Bower, Bruce (Crystal Svenson) Garber, Jessica (George) Rollins, Jeffery Garber, Holly Netha; eight greatgrandchildren; five sisters; two brothers; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Friday, October 1, 2010 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. A private graveside service will be held with Deacon James Mellen. Burial will be at Hastings Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Thornapple Manor or Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our web page to leave a message or memory to the family (girrbachfuneralhome.net). David H. George HASTINGS, MI - David H. George, age 76 of Hastings, died Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2010 at the St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Rapids. Dave was born Jan. 26, 1934 in Charlotte, the son of Hendry and Virginia (Kelner) George and had been a Hastings area resident for 37 years. He was a 1952 Graduate of Charlotte High School, had served in the U.S. Air Force in Japan during the Korean War and was a member of the AMVETs and the Elks. He was a longtime farmer and truck driver and most recently had driven for the Barry County Transit Authority. Surviving are his son, Jace (Sandy) George of Wyoming; two grandchildren, Zachary and Christopher George; great granddaughter, Emma Grace George; and two brothers, Thomas J. George of Middleville and Bruce Carpenter of Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 54 years, Carolyn (Rundle) George in 2008 and a son, Todd Clell George in 2000. Graveside services and interment were held on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010 at the Olivet Cemetery in Olivet, with John Cohoon officiating. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association. Envelopes available at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home. www.burkhead-greenfuneralhome.com Call 945-9554 any time for Hastings Banner classified ads �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — Page 7 Middleville will interview candidate Bracy resigns as Nashville for manager/financial director Oct. 2 zoning administrator by Patricia Johns Staff Writer At its Sept. 28 meeting, the Middleville Village Council decided to set a special meeting for Saturday, Oct. 2, to interview a candidate for the combined position of village manager and finance director. Sue Reyff of the finance committee introduced a motion to change from the past practice of having a separate manager and a separate finance director to having one person in the combined office. This was approved by a 6-1 vote, with village Trustee Shannon Endsley voting against the measure. The council then voted unanimously to hold a special meeting to interview a candidate for this position at 9 a.m. Saturday. They did not name the candidate. Earlier in the meeting, the council had approved a motion to reimburse expenditures on repairs of capital improvements at the Eastside sewer lift station through bond proceeds. This is required by the Internal Revenue Service. The council then approved going out for $425,000 in bonds to pay for capital improvements in sewer and water systems. This includes in addition to the Eastside sewer lift station, new automated controls for the waste water treatment plant and closing Well 2 due to high nitrate content. Residents going over the Main Street bridge within the next two weeks may see divers and boats in the river next to the bridge. Staff from Williams and Works engineering company will conduct an underwater inspection of the Main Street bridge which, according to village records, has not been done since the bridge was built in 1929. The projected cost of this inspection was approved at $4,750. The state had approved replacing the deck of the bridge in 2011 or 2012 with a grant of $600,000. Roger Johr from Williams and Works told the council that it may be necessary after the inspection to withdraw this bridge deck project and apply for a second project to do things right. Acting Manager Geoff Moffat told the council that replacing just the deck would extend the life of the bridge for 10 years, or doing it right may extend the life of the bridge for more than 40 years. Johr said divers with boats will examine the bridge with cameras and lights. The divers will look at bottom contours and river bed scouring, as well. He also said that no plans exist for the bridge. Williams and Works representatives will be at the Oct. 26 meeting to report their findings. They may bring a video to show council the work that was done. Following an explanation by member Sue Merrill, council approved the placing of a new monitoring well next to the bleachers in Spring Park. This will be installed at no cost to the village by American Hydrogeology. It meets the requirements of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment. This is part of an ongoing agreement to monitor pollution of the underground storage tank of the former Crystal Flash gas station. The new monitoring will allow the DNRE to determine through new testing if pollution of magnesium and iron continues from the underground storage tank or is a natural hydrocarbon contamination of the site. Merrill stressed that the site of the new monitoring well is outside the line of play at the ball field. The village will receive a semiannual update from either the DNRE or American Hydrogeology. The Sept. 28 meeting also included a presentation to Lillian Stehr for 10 years of service on the Middleville Housing Commission and her service as director of the Lincoln Meadows senior citizen apartments. The council also honored Catherine Beyer with a certificate and appreciation for her service of more than 10 years on the Middleville Downtown Development Authority. Beyer told council that she will continue to volunteer with the DDA for the Middleville Village President Charles Pullen presents Lillian Stehr with a certificate Sept. 28, honoring her for the more than 10 years of service she gave to the Village of Middleville Housing Commission and the Lincoln Meadows apartments. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Charles Pullen, president of the Village of Middleville, presents Catherine Beyer with a certificate to honor the more than 10 years of service she has given to the Village of Middleville Downtown Development Authority at the Sept. 28 council meeting. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Concerts on the Riverbank and other events. In other business, the board approved paying Kentwood Excavators for the work done on the Grand Rapids Street drain project. The council reviewed and approved special event requests for the homecoming parade at 5:15 p.m. Friday, Oct. 8, from Lee Elementary to Page Elementary School, the Middleville Lions Club chili cook-off Saturday, Oct. 23, on the green space next to village hall and the Middleville Lions Club Christmas parade at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, from McFall Elementary School. In addition, Merrill reported that a new group of skateboarders and parents are working on a project, including becoming a 501(c)3 nonprofit group, to improve the village’s skateboard park. The goal of the group at a presentation before the recreation committee before the meeting on Sept. 28 is to transform it from wooden ramps to longer-lasting concrete structures. The group was told about the need for skateboarders using the facility to follow the posted rules, including wearing helmets. Council members have been invited to attend the Thornapple Kellogg High School dedication ceremony and open houses Sunday, Oct. 10. Fran French talked to the council about some amendments to the special event form, including having groups give information about insurance for their events, especially parades and other issues. The next meeting of the village council will be Tuesday, Oct. 12, at 7 p.m. at the village hall. by Shari Carney Staff Writer After many years of service to the community, Ron Bracy will resign Oct. 1 from the Village of Nashville. “There are some other things I’ve wanted to do, and I plan to go South for part of the winter,” said Bracy, who was commended for his years of service by the village council at its meeting Thursday, Sept. 23. In correspondence, President Frank Dunham shared a letter from Volunteer Energy in which they claim that the village could save on their energy costs. Others from the area have already made the switch from Consumers Energy, he said. The council decided to forward to the finance committee for review. During public comment, Ron Ohler pointed out that the present manual for zoning is about 34 years old and is a compilation of others’ interpretations. “It was never written for our community or intended for our community,” he said. “It would be best to have a zoning ordinance specific to our community.” The rest of the meeting revolved around discussion of whether Barry County should be in charge of zoning or if the village should retain control. If the village maintained zoning, a firm would be hired to write the ordinances. Beckett and Raeder of Ann Arbor had submitted a bid of just under $18,000 for this purpose with no added charges. McKenna and Associates had submitted a bid for $12,950 with the stipulation that there would be additional charges. In a 5-1 roll-call vote, the village decided to maintain control of zoning and to award the contract, not to exceed $17,995 of writing a zoning manual to Beckett and Raeder. Dunham was the dissenting vote. Trustee Jack Holden was absent. Bracy and Dunham had agreed earlier in the meeting that to save the village money, it would be best to turn over zoning to Barry County. “The county is quite workable — little looser than the village — but I think the county would work,” Bracy told the council. When asked his opinion, Dunham said, “I honestly think the county might be the best in the long run. We’re talking a possible $18,000 to write the ordinances and another possible $6,000 to hire a zoning administrator. In these times, with the cost of living going up and continuing costs to the village for zoning appeals, over the course of a year, it adds up. If we were challenged and had to hire an attorney, that would incur costs. I honestly think that the county might be the best way in the long run to avoid a continuous drain on our finances.” Bracy added that if the county had control of zoning, then the council would have no input on its decisions or authority over the county. Trustee Rod Scramlin said he had contacted Vermontville Township offices and they said they regretted turning their zoning over to Eaton County. “I hate giving up control,” added Mike Kenyon. “What’s best for our town? I’ve talked to several who have dealt with the “ S t r etchi n g ” “Your repair dollars go further at” 2 BROTHERS AND A TENT Fred Cook to mark 90 years Fred Cook’s 90th birthday is October 10, 2010. He will be celebrating with family and friends throughout the month. THISS AUTO Hastings • Collision Repair Insurance work welcome Courtesy care available 40’x40’ and 40’x60’ Marriage Licenses county who are livid with the unprofessional service they have received. At first, I thought going to the county was best, but now I lean the other way.” Mary Coll spoke said she has discussed zoning control with people from other municipalities, as well. “Nobody has had anything good to say about the county,” said Coll. “We owe it to the people of Nashville to keep the zoning here.” Kenyon asked Nashville Village Clerk Cathy Lentz about available funds. She said that “money was tight but it could be done.” Resident Patti Branham spoke on behalf of Beckett and Raeder, saying that she had been in touch with several other townships, checking references on them and McKenna and Associates. In her findings, she said those who had retained Beckett & Raeder were very satisfied and would hire them again. Others reported added expenses with McKenna; even hearing “they are notorious for having extra fees.” Branham went on to suggest the board consider implementation of fees and ticketing for zoning ordinance violations, which would add funds to the village. “There is not a strong enough ordinance now to enforce when violations occur,” she said. Ohler, Branham and Police Chief Jerry Schray all expressed interest in the zoning administrator position, with Schray saying he would be interested if the village had no other applicants. The job will be posted and a committee of Kenyon, Coll and Dunham will meet to review applications. • Mechanical Repairs & Service Tables and chairs available. Call: Dan McKinney 269-838-7057 or Tom McKinney 269-838-3842 Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic “Specials” • Lube, Oil & Filter . . . . . . . . . . 16.95 up to 5 qts. oil • by appointment • Laser Wheel Alignment . . . . . 39.95 most cars • Brakes . . . . . . • Tires. . . . . . 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Capitol Avenue Lansing, MI 48933-2320 Dennis Thiss, Owner Call Us at (269) 948-3387 2295 South M-37 Highway, Hastings 77549902 77546173 Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply Satisfaction Guaranteed Repairs! ® The Hastings Area School System B4’s Preschool is now enrolling for 2010-2011 B4’s is Great Start Readiness Preschool (GRSP). We are funded by a grant through the Michigan Department of Education. This is a FREE program to those who qualify. Students must: • be 4 years old by December 1, 2010. • meet qualifying factors set forth by the State of Michigan • reside in Hastings Area School District. We are unable to take school of choice students. Call today to receive an enrollment packet. 948-4400 77549887 77543076 FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIP REPRESENTATIVE Dan Harvey Anson, Delton and Mary Elizabeth Jones, Delton. Richard Alan Beardsley, Springfield and Jill Ann Diephouse, Hastings. Gavin Lee Blough, Lake Odessa and Alyssa Brooke Rash, Lake Odessa. Jeffrey Aaron Harsevoort, Holland and Brooke Kristen Koons, Hastings. Skylar Joseph Kaczanowski, Hastings and Leslie Nicole Dickinson, Shelbyville. Jeremy Lee Lapratt, Hastings and Amanda Lynette Nielsen, Hastings. Jacob Mark Lawless, Bellevue and Kathlynn Annette McKinney, Hastings. Michael Lee Metzger, Hastings and Laura Jean Briggs, Hastings. Nicholas William Peck, Hastings and Molly Marie Koutz, Hastings. Cecil Francis Rose, III, Nashville and Geneann Valencia Enraca, Nashville. James Michael Sanford, Middleville and Laura Jean Newton, Middleville. Timothy Laverne Sinclair, Shelbyville and Cynthia Susan Lawton, Delton. David Benjamin Thompson, Henderson, Nev. and Tiffany Christine Mclouth, Henderson, Nev. Patrick John Weeks, Middleville and Laura Maria Rojas, Middleville. Steven Brandon Woolley, Delton and Kristen Marie Pennington, Portage. �Page 8 — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of By Elaine Garlock The annual fall rummage sale at Fellowship Hall is taking place Friday, Oct. 1, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 2 from 9 to 11 a.m. in downtown Lake Odessa, with a sale of baked goods in a separate area. St. Herman’s Orthodox Church in Woodbury is having a gala day Sunday, Oct. 3, with service at 10 a.m., pig roast at noon, choir performance at 1:30 p.m. and tours of the church at 2 and 4 p.m. The meal will feature a free will offering to benefit Manna’s Market, a local food bank. Fr. Michael Carney is the pastor at the church. The local historical society will host a soup supper on Friday, Oct. 1, at the museum Freight House, with five varieties of soup and an assortment of breads. This is a donation meal with no set price. On Saturday, Sept. 25, trustees of Central United Methodist Church hosted a picnic supper for the residents of Third Avenue from the park to Second Street, in appreciation of their consideration and patience during the many weeks when their street was torn up to install a new drain and other amenities needed for the construction of the church parking lot. The meal was served in the parking lot. Corn harvest is in full swing. Sunday brought a long line of tractors and trucks bringing in their loads of corn. This is an unusual situation when the elevator must be open on Sunday to accommodate the farming community. Sherry Stidham, 53, of Cooper Township near Kalamazoo, died Sept. 5 after a long illness. During her five years in Lake Odessa, she was employed at Lakewood’s Adult Education center on Tupper Lake Street. By Thursday of last week, the highway work on Jordan Lake Avenue had progressed as far as curbs on both sides of the street and sand spread smoothly on the road surface in preparation for paving. One item missed in the account of the Tri River Museum meeting last week is that at the end of summer, one patron had visited every museum listed on her green punch card over the summer. Therefore she was awarded the top prize of $200. The others had visited the same number to qualify for second and/or third prize so the prize money was averaged and each was awarded $75. Watch for deer in the next few days, with the archery season starting Friday, Oct. 1, and corn harvest in full swing, the deer are on the move. The downtown planters have a new look. The tall flowering plants have been replaced with colorful mums. The cascading green foliage plants are still in place, now reaching the sidewalks. The Freeport United Methodist Church was the setting Sunday night for a concert by the MacDonald family of Orange, Mass. who travel in a long bus. They were on a fourweek trip which had taken them to stops in New York, Ohio, Indiana and then Michigan with Battle Creek on Sunday afternoon, Freeport at night with another concert due on Monday in Petoskey. From there they would travel to Rhinelander, Wis. The talented family played stringed and brass instruments and sang with gusto on several gospel songs. The father handled the sound and the mother and seven offspring sang and played instruments. They ranged in age from early teens to post20s. The attendance included people from the Peace, Hope, Welcome Corners and Central United Methodist churches along with many from Bowne Mennonite Church and others. Make a Social Security appeal online by Vonda VanTil Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Requesting a review of a decision made on a Social Security or Supplemental Security Income disability application is now as easy as surfing the Internet. To file an appeal online, visit the online services page at www.socialsecurity.gov/onlineservices. Then select the “appeal a decision” link and follow the simple instructions. Under the paper process, you need to complete a number of forms, and then mail or take them into the Social Security office for processing. The new iAppeals application has simplified the process to two steps — with no paper forms required. In addition, we can begin to process your appeal right away. When Social Security receives your electronic request, we will take another look at our decision about whether you are disabled under Social Security law. Social Security will send you the outcome in writing. If for some reason you are not able to complete an appeal online, call the toll-free number at 800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778). Tell a representative you would like to appeal the decision on your case. However you request your appeal, Social Security carefully considers all information in a case before making a decision about eligibility or benefit amount. To file an appeal online, go to www.socialsecurity.gov/onlineservices. Vonda VanTil is the public affairs specialist for West Michigan. You can write her c/o Social Security Administration, 50 College SE, Grand Rapids MI 49503 or via e-mail at vonda.vantil@ssa.gov NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED BUDGET PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on October 12, 2010 the Barry County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the 2011 County budget during the regular Board of Commissioners meeting which is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioner Chambers, 220 W. State St., Hastings, MI. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. A copy of the proposed 2011 budget is available for public inspection during normal business hours at the County Administrator’s Office, 3rd Floor, Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings, MI 49058. Pamela A. Jarvis, Clerk Barry County Board of Commissioners 77550006 RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Rutland Charter Township Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed Township Budget for fiscal year 2011, at a regular meeting to be held on Wednesday, October 13, 2010, at 7:30 p.m. at Rutland Charter Township Hall, 2461 Heath Road, Hastings, Michigan. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection at 2461 Heath Road, Hastings, Michigan. This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), MCLA 41.72a(2) (3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The Rutland Charter Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon seven (7) days notice to the Rutland Charter Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed below. Robin J Hawthorne, Clerk Rutland Charter Township 2461 Heath Road Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 948-2194 77550025 EDWARD JONES Think twice before joining the ‘Gold Rush’ 1 In recent months, you may have heard a lot about investing in gold. But is gold the right choice for you? Actually, many factors are involved in this investment decision —and you’ll want to consider these factors before you invest. Of course, the lure of gold is undeniable. Throughout history, gold has been perceived as having great intrinsic value. And this year, as you may know, gold prices have hit record highs, at well over $1,200 an ounce, as people have sought “shelter” from the stormy financial markets. But as an investment possibility, gold has some “scratches” to it. First of all, contrary to what you may believe, gold prices do not always go up; instead, they will fluctuate, sometimes greatly. Furthermore, there are specific risks with the different ways of investing in gold. If you bought a gold futures contract (an obligation to buy gold at a predetermined future date and price), you could lose money if gold falls, because you’ll still be obligated to complete your contract at the higher, agreed-upon price. If you purchased gold in the form of coins, bullion or bars, you’d face storage, security, insurance and liquidity issues. You need to do a lot of research before investing in gold mining companies, because some of these companies may still be in the gold-exploring stage — and there’s no guarantee their explorations will lead to profitable discoveries. Also, even when its price is considerably lower than it is today, gold is still a fairly expensive investment compared to other choices. It can be costly to go into the gold futures market. And you’ll likely have to spend thousands of dollars if you want to buy a bar of gold or even a bunch of coins. Given these drawbacks to investing in gold, what can you do to fight back against market volatility? One of the best ways is to diversify your holdings among a variety of investments suitable for your financial objectives. Market downturns often affect one type of asset class more than another, so if you can spread your dollars among a variety of asset classes, you can help blunt the effects of volatility. Keep in mind, though, that diversification, by itself, cannot guarantee a profit or protect against loss. In coping with volatility, you’ll also help yourself by taking a long-term view of your investments’ performance. If you look at your investment statement for a given month, you might not like what you see. But holding your investments for the long term may help your portfolio better weather the ups and downs you’ll encounter in the investment world. So try to avoid the allure of gold as a “quick fix” to whatever seems to be ailing the financial markets at a particular time. Other investments may be less glitzy and glamorous than gold, but they can have their own sparkle. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 24.20 +.34 AT&T 28.92 +.31 CMS Energy Corp 18.02 +.22 Coca-Cola Co 59.10 +.99 Dow Chemical Co 27.86 +.61 Exxon Mobil 62.06 +.52 Family Dollar Stores 43.34 -.29 First Financial Bancorp 16.73 -.21 Flowserve CP 107.15 +.84 Ford Motor Co 12.52 -.03 Intl Bus Machine 134.89 +2.91 JCPenney Co 26.11 +1.26 Johnson & Johnson 62.43 +.49 Kellogg Co 50.66 +.30 McDonald’s Corp 74.63 -.88 Pfizer Inc 17.41 +.26 Sears Holding 73.02 +4.87 Spartan Motors 4.60 +.41 TCF Financial 15.92 +.46 Walmart Stores 53.62 +.25 Gold $1308.75 +21.60 Silver $21.74 +.77 Dow Jones Average 10858.14 +97.11 Volume on NYSE 974M -25M County CROP Walk recruiting walkers for Oct. 10 event by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Responding to the hungry and to people in poverty is what the Barry County CROP Walk is all about. Hundreds of people in Barry County currently are needing help with food because of unemployment, low paying jobs, sickness and other reasons. The local CROP Walk helps fill those needs. Besides local needs, “millions of people worldwide live on the edge of subsistence, at the will of fragile economies, struggling to escape the crushing grip of poverty and powerlessness. Most are hungry – and they need more than a handout. They need a way out,” according to CROP Walk sponsor Church World Service. The Barry County CROP Walk can help do that. An opportunity to receive an extra $1,000 to help the hungry and people in poverty is helping to motivate Barry County CROP Walk organizers and recruiters to try especially hard to sign-up as many people as they can to collect donations. Last year’s walk had 144 participants, and an anonymous donor has promised to chip in $1,000 for CROP if 170 walkers collect donations this year, said Nolan Hudson, walk cocoordinator with his wife Joan. If that goal isn’t reached, the anonymous donor will give a gift of $40 for every sponsored walker over last year’s total of 144. The Barry CROP Walk is set for 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 10, starting and ending at a new location this year – Grace Lutheran Church, 239 E. North St., Hastings. The designated route includes walking to downtown Hastings. A celebration time at the church will be held after the walk, around 3 p.m. Registration on the day of the walk begins at 1:30 p.m. Hudson said he thinks of the walk date as 10/10/10 because it’s easy to remember. Thirteen churches are involved this year, and there’s “a lot of enthusiasm” for the event, he noted. “This will be the 28th year that Barry County has had a CROP Hunger Walk. These walks have made a difference in the lives of families locally and globally. Twenty-five percent of the donations will stay here in Barry County to assist local food programs,” he said. “The other 75 percent will provide disaster relief globally” through Church World Service (CWS). Local food programs sharing this year’s CROP funds will be Love, Inc., Middleville Food Pantry, Maple Valley Community Pantry Shelf and Good Food for Freeport. “In the last 27 years, the Barry County CROP Hunger Walk has provided almost $300,000 for aid to families in need. And in the last seven years, the CROP Hunger Walk has provided more than $14,000 each year to make a difference for families in need. I consider these facts to be encouraging and a credit to those who walk and sponsor walkers ... This is especially true when we look at the economic climate of our state and county,” Hudson said. “The members of 13 churches in Barry County are making a statement to help their neighbors by supporting the Barry County CROP Hunger Walk. “CROP Hunger Walks in Michigan have Walkers of all ages are invited to participate in the Sunday, Oct. 10 Barry County CROP Hunger Walk that steps off at a new location this year – Grace Lutheran Church in Hastings. (Banner file photo) raised more money than any other state in the United States to help families in need. It is ‘neighbor helping neighbor’ that is making the difference,” he said. “All the CROP Hunger Walks have one goal: ‘Making Poverty History.’ However, that goal is not possible so the present CROP Hunger Walk is dedicated to help families by assisting and supporting food program that provide food both locally and globally.” Recent examples of global assistance by CWS include earthquake disaster relief in Haiti and help for flood victims in Pakistan. “In both of these countries, CWS has been providing food and cooking supplies, tents, blankets and medical supplies,” Hudson said. “Due to the flood in Pakistan, the people have been called refugees in their own land. These families have lost homes, crops and animals. One man praised CWS flood response and the food package that his family received. “The last week of October, CWS’s Lansing office is sponsoring a work team to go to New Windsor, Maryland to pack disaster relief kits for families in need. These will include hygiene kits, baby kits, school kits, sewing kits and blankets. If someone would like to look into this opportunity, call the Lansing CWS office at 517-297-2727.” Barry County CROP Walk volunteers have been working diligently to promote their October event. They staffed a booth at Hastings Summerfest to tell people about CROP and CWS. The walk also is being promoted on placemats at restaurants in Freeport, Nashville, Middleville and Hastings. People who are not involved with one of the 13 participating churches but want to help fight hunger and poverty by walking in this year’s CROP Walk may call Nolan or Joan Hudson, 517/852-1821, who will be happy to supply information and materials, or register on the day of the walk at 1:30 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church. Walkers also may seek donations online by going to cws.org and registering on the Barry County CROP Walk link and following the instructions. Small-business session offered in Caledonia As part of an ongoing commitment to help business owners throughout the state, the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) is kicking off its Business Growth Strategies series in partnership with Davenport University in Caledonia Thursday, Oct. 14. Through an online virtual classroom, business owners from across Michigan will be able to participate in “cultivating great customer service,” a free session helping organizations identify and deliver the best experiences for their customers. “We are excited to bring this session to our members online, letting business owners bring their teams together over lunch to gain practical and immediately useful skills,” said Rob Fowler, president and CEO of SBAM. Future virtual classroom sessions will be offered on sales techniques, conflict negotiation, social media and innovation. “The Business Growth Strategies series addresses the topics of greatest interest to small business owners and delivers information that can be put to practical use,” said Max Gibbard, executive director of Davenport’s Leadership and Management Development Institute, the organization charged with training and professional development within the University. The Oct. 14 virtual classroom event will run from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Individuals interested in participating may register online at www.sbam.org/community/events to reserve a spot at the event, or may e-mail sarah.miller@sbam.com or by phone at 800362-5461. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... Fall color tours can follow parts of old stagecoach road TOWNSHIP OF JOHNSTOWN COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND FILING OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL MILL LAKE AQUATIC WEED AND PLANT CONTROL SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of the Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, having resolved its intention to proceed on petitions filed with the Township to make certain public improvements consisting of the application of herbicide treatments for the eradication or control of aquatic weeds and plants in Mill Lake (the “Improvements”) in the Township, has made its final determination of a special assessment district which consists of the following described lots and parcels of land which are benefitted by the Improvements and against which all or a portion of the cost of the Improvements shall be specially assessed: Mill Lake Aquatic Weed and Plant Control Special Assessment District No. 1 The lots included within the proposed special assessment district are depicted on the map appearing below the lots and parcel numbers. Lots and Parcels Numbered: The Bristol home, later known as the Bristol Tavern and Bristol Inn, has been relocated from its site in Johnstown Township, along the old stagecoach line, to Historic Charlton Park. The following, by Esther Walton, is a reprint from the Sept. 17, 1987 Hastings Banner. Anyone interested in a color tour following an old stagecoach route can take M-37 between Hastings and Battle Creek. The route, about the same as the present one, traversed scenic countryside typical of Barry County. Rolling agriculture lands and tree-covered hillsides are interspersed with vistas of lakes and streams. A motorist can now cover in a few minute’s time a distance that represented a long day of jolting wagon travel to pioneer settlers coming here by way of Battle Creek and Marshall. The first wagon road from Hastings to Bedford was cut through the wilderness in 1840, and a road was built from Battle Creek to meet it. Over this route, the early settlers drove their ox teams loaded with a few belongings and families. These first white settlers always included guns among their scanty supply of necessary implements, for game was a welcome addition to their often too scanty stock of provisions and helped them to economize on limited stocks of meal. These people had nothing to lose and everything to gain. With stubborn courage to supplement their limited stock of tools, they were ready to tackle the wilderness. They built log houses, and after inhabitants became more numerous, travelers began to find their way to the little settlement of Hastings tucked away in the forest on the banks of the Thornapple River somewhere east of Yankee Springs. What is now M-37 was surveyed in 1842 by Albert Bell, prominent as a merchant in White Pigeon, Schoolcraft, and Kalamazoo. This road superseded the one laid out in 1838. The roadway was soon cleared to Hastings, and by 1846, travel had increased to such an extent that residents of the Barry County seat urged that a stage line be established. Among the promoters were Nathan Barlow, many years a prominent businessman, who had built “Hastings House” the year previously; Henry A. Goodyear, also a prominent citizen whose descendants still live in Hastings; and Herman I. Knappen, member of a prominent Kalamazoo family. A crude public stage service was established between here and Battle Creek with Knappen (who had been carrying mail on horseback between the two places, as driver) which connected with Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo stages at the “Oak Grove House” north of Middleville. The driver there was William Seavey. In the meantime, Patterson and Ward had been operating a line between Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids by way of Yankee Springs called the “Good Intent Line.” With business in prospect, this concern established a new regular line through Hastings. The inauguration of this service was celebrated with great festivities at the county seat. Nearly all residents of the county assembled at the Hastings House and awaited the first stages from Battle Creek and Grand Rapids. The drivers planned to arrive simultaneously in front of the hostelry and this was carried out on schedule. Blasts from the long horns the drivers carried sounded at the same time, and both vehicles, each loaded with passengers and drawn by four galloping horses, came into view and stopped in front of the expectant, cheering crowd. Barlow served a great feast and bottled cheer generously flowed at half a dozen places. Dancing was one of the simple amusements in those days. Many of the settlers danced all night. William Burroughs brought the stage daily to Hastings, passengers then changed to another stage which was driven by “Elder” Green to the Oak Grove House kept by McNaughten, several miles north of Middleville. From there, passengers were taken on to Grand Rapids by driver Ed Campau. The stage left Battle Creek every day of the year, at 3 a.m., generally arriving at Hastings at 10:30. The fare to Hastings was $1.50 and to Grand Rapids, $2.50. Starting in Battle Creek, the road was planked for 10 miles. Another stretch of planking was a mile south of Dowling. The road led through rough country, and passengers who sat on the rear seats of the stage were severely shaken up. On trips to Hastings, the horses were first changed at “Bristolville” 15 miles south of Hastings. Bristolville was a collection of buildings centered about the residence of William P. Bristol, many years a prominent resident of Johnstown Township. He came into the wilderness in 1836, bringing from New York in a covered wagon his wife, two sons and three daughters. In 1838, he established a blacksmith shop, which drew patronage from as far west as Prairieville and Hickory Corners. Bristol was especially skillful in shaping knives, axes and other articles on his anvil. His business prospered and he employed Erastus Johnson to operate the smithy. The township was organized in 1838 and the first election was held in Bristol’s log house on April 2. Bristol built a frame residence in 1852 and kept tavern for stage passengers. (This house is now part of the historic village at Charlton Park.) Ten years later, the Robinson House, kept by Mrs. Susan Carver Robinson, came into prominence and continued popular until the Grand River Valley railroad extended to Hastings in 1869, put the stage out of business, and tavern after tavern closed doors. Candidate forum set for Oct. 11 in Hastings The Hastings Business and Professional Women, Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Hastings Kiwanis will be hosting a candidate forum Monday, Oct. 11, from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Central Elementary Auditorium at 509 S. Broadway, Hastings. The program will start with a “meet the candidates” hour followed by a town hall-style forum at 7 p.m. During the initial hour, members of the public will have the opportunity to visit an information booth and fill out note cards with questions they would like answered by a specific candidate or candidates. During the forum, a moderator will select from these questions while addressing the candidates. Serving as moderator for this event will be Jeff Jennette, superintendent of the Barry Intermediate School District and chair of the chamber’s governmental issues committee. The candidate forum is free and open to the public and there is no need to RSVP. “It is a great opportunity to get to know your political candidates and educate yourself on their individual platforms prior to election day on Nov. 2,” said Deb Baker. For more information, contact Baker of the Hastings Business and Professional Women at 269-425-4849 or the Barry County Chamber of Commerce at 269-945-2454. The candidate forum is being held in place of the chamber’s monthly legislative coffee. The chamber legislative coffees are held on the second Monday of the month at 8 a.m. at rotating locations throughout the county. The first event will be held on Monday, Nov. 8, at 8 a.m. at the County Seat Restaurant in Hastings. 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Pursuant to the resolution of the Township Board adopted on September 8, 2010, the costs of the Improvements are to be periodically redetermined on a yearly basis in accordance with the resolution. TAKE NOTICE THAT THE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JOHNSTOWN WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2010, AT 7:30 O’CLOCK P.M., AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL, 13641 S. M-37 HIGHWAY, BATTLE CREEK, MICHIGAN, IN SAID TOWNSHIP, TO REVIEW THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL AND TO HEAR AND CONSIDER ANY OBJECTIONS THERETO. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the special assessment roll as prepared has been reported to the Township Board and is on file with the Township Clerk at the Township Hall for public examination. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT AN OWNER OR A PARTY IN INTEREST IN A LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SUBJECT TO A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT MAY FILE A WRITTEN APPEAL OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF CONFIRMATION OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL, BUT ONLY IF SAID OWNER OR PARTY IN INTEREST APPEARS AND PROTESTS THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AT THIS HEARING. An appearance may be made by an owner or party in interest, or his or her agent, in person or, in the alternative, an appearance or protest can be filed with the Township by letter prior to the hearing, in which case a personal appearance at the hearing is not required. This Notice was authorized by the Township Board of the Township of Johnstown. Dated: September 8, 2010. June Doster, Clerk Township of Johnstown 77550054 �Page 10 — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Delton CROP Hunger Walk surpasses challenge goal Staffing the refreshment table were volunteers Alexis Bolo (left) and Deb Cole. The youngest CROP participant at the event was nine-month-old Mai Nguyen, held by her mother Marie Tsuji. (Photos by Elaine Gilbert) Jonny Abbott was one of the youngsters at the walk. Crisp, but pleasant, autumn weather prevailed Sunday when about 50 walkers hiked some of the streets of a Southwest Barry County community to raise awareness of local and global hunger and raise funds to feed local families and help alleviate poverty in other countries. The event was the 19th annual Delton Area Community CROP Hunger Walk, and it was hosted by Faith United Methodist Church and sponsored by Church World Service. In addition, at least 48 other people, who had other commitments that day, still collected funds in advance for the CROP event even though some were in Florida and others on a mission trip to Kentucky and many with other personal and family obligations. With a total of at least 98 participants, and perhaps more who haven’t turned in pledges yet, Walk Co-coordinators Dee DeFields and Elaine Gilbert and Treasurer Lilah Francisco are ecstatic that the community pitched in to meet the challenge of an anonymous donor who will give a special donation to the Delton CROP event. The anonymous donor is giving an extra $20 per person for every participant, present or not, over the number of 60. To count towards the challenge goal, each participant Bob and Lee Griffin are among the faithful Delton CROP Walk supporters. They enjoyed bringing their dog, Daisy, for a stroll. Danielle Glidden (left), youth director at Faith United Methodist Church, and Amber Rawlings, a loyal CROP walker, head toward the finish line. Waiting for the walk to begin, with CROP Walk signs in hand, were Chase Nevins, Brooklyn Webster and Griffin Nevins. had to secure at least one donation or personally make a donation. “We are thrilled that we exceeded the 60 benchmark number by at least 38 people,” Gilbert said. That means $760 extra dollars will be given to the Delton CROP Walk in addition to the approximately $6,000 raised by participants. The initial goal was to recruit at least 90 participants. DeFields said she is “amazed that in our small community, with just two participating churches and some community support, we were able to raise $6,000.” The compassion and caring shown by the Delton area participants reminds her of a famous quote by Mother Theresa: “We can do no great things, only small things with great love.” “The CROP Walk is done with great love,” DeFields said. The top fundraiser for the Delton Walk was Marianne Struckmeyer, who raised and sold tomatoes and other vegetables at her roadside stand to earn $500 for CROP. Lois Baylor collected $400 for CROP as did Jackie Mohn with daughters Kristen and Samantha, and they tied for second place. Other top walker prize winners were: Cassidy Tobias, Nancy Anderson, Jim Slater, Libby Warren/Kyle Rombaugh and Barb Painton Raising $150 or more for CROP were Reva Aukerman, Patti Cline, Lilah Francisco, Dee DeFields and Elaine Gilbert. Prizes for the top walkers were donated by Family Fare, Blackhawk Restaurant in Richland, Sajo’s Pizza, Dynasty Buffet in The busy task of registering walkers was handled by (seated, from right) Mona Chamberlin, Judy Baurs and Dorothy Weever. Hastings, Curves of Delton, and Hands Down. Delton Floral donated balloons for the children. “We are grateful to all the walkers and other participants who couldn’t attend, to the generous donors and volunteers, and on behalf of all the people who are struggling to survive and will receive help from CROP funding, we extend our heartfelt appreciation and thanks,” Gilbert said. Participants at the event ranged in age from nine months to 70plus. Mike Madill sang and played guitar during registration and the opening ceremony. His repertoire included a song he wrote for the Mother and daughter duo Lilah Francisco and Gwen Boyle walk near the soccer field during the event. Delton walk, entitled “Walk to Feed the World.” Steve Reid, executive director of Love Inc., spoke briefly about the increasing numbers of financially strapped people in Delton and the importance of the CROP Walk to help provide funds for food. Pastor Gary Bekofske, of Faith United Methodist Church, talked briefly about his tenure with the United Methodist Committee on Relief and needs in the world and offered a prayer before the walk began. Helping with registration were Judy Baurs, Mona Chamberlin and Dorothy Weever. Barry Beamish’s freshly popped popcorn The Wachowski family – Michael, Martin and Martha – were among the Delton CROP walkers. and a table covered with refreshments greeted walkers when they returned from their trek. Staffing the refreshment table were Deb Cole and Alexis Bolo. Twenty-five percent of the CROP proceeds stay in Delton to help area neighbors in need through the St. Ambrose Community Food Bank and the Faith United Methodist Church’s Emergency Food Cupboard. Representatives from those two groups have said the CROP funds have been a blessing to supplement other funding to fill local needs. The other CROP funds go to the work of Church World Service and other designated agencies that assist with humanitarian needs from natural disasters, wars, famine and more around the world and the U.S. Marianne Struckmeyer (left) was the top Delton CROP fundraiser with $500. Lois Baylor was second with $400. Jackie Mohn with daughters Kristen and Samantha tied for second place but were not available for the photo. About 50 people turned out for the 19th annual Delton CROP Hunger Walk and another 48 collected donations in advance because they couldn’t attend, resulting in 98 participants, enough to earn extra funds from an anonymous donor. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — Page 11 Crane’s ArtPrize entry began decades ago Hastings Photographer Steve White in his booth at the ArtPrize art fair in the DeVos Convention Center. Local photographer brings infrared images to ArtPrize by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer A second-generation owner of White’s Photography in downtown Hastings, Steve White started taking photographs when he was 12 years old and developing his own film in the darkroom when he was 16. However, White’s ArtPrize 2010 entry entitled “Southwest in Infrared” uses, as the name would imply, infrared technology, combined with digital photography — no film involved. The photographs, which feature four infrared images of the area around Sedona and Phoenix, Arizona, are among the most recent of White’s enduring interest in infrared photography. “I have a long history with black and white and infrared photography — all the way back to high school independent study,” said White, a Hastings graduate who went on to earn a bachelor of fine arts degree with majors in both art and photography, and a Professional Photographers of America (PPA) master’s degree. “While I was working on my degree, I started to use large format infrared photography.” White took over the family portrait business in 1980 while still a junior in college. But, he also continued to pursue a sideline in photographic art. “I got back into infrared photography again a few years ago when technology allowed me to combine a high-end digital camera with infrared technology,” he said. “I’m kind of pioneering my own infrared digital photography. I don’t plan to give up portrait photography, I have always explored and continue to explore different branches of photography and how to market them.” In addition to exhibiting his work at Riverview Center, with 77 other artists, White also displayed and sold his work at an art fair at DeVos Place in downtown Grand Rapids, over the weekend. “It’s not an ArtPrize event but it is supported by ArtPrize. It is an opportunity for ArtPrize artists to display and sell their work, in response to requests from artists who participated in last year’s contest. They said people had expressed a desire to see more of the artists’ work and an opportunity to buy some,” said White. “I think there are approximately 50 artists displaying some really quality work at the art fair.” On Friday morning, less than an hour after the art fair opened, White said it was too early to tell yet whether or not the art fair will be deemed a success as far as sales, but felt it had much to offer him as an artist. “I have already met so many other artists and made valuable contacts and that, in and of itself, is worth it,” he said. “Also, we had a reception [Thursday] at the venue, and they estimated that 300 to 500 people were there, and again I met a lot of people. I think one of the biggest advantages of participating in ArtPrize, besides the exposure, is the opportunity to make connections with other artists. It really is an incredible opportunity.” White said as he continues to explore digital and infrared photographic art and plans to develop e-books for both professional and amateur photographers, he has also been looking to expand his market. “I’ve been developing this part of the business for about six years, and now what I want to do is develop a market outside of the region,” he said. “I have been trying to reach more markets through stock photography, websites, a company in Australia and my lab here in the United States. I would like to sell more of my work on the international market, and I met people who have a tremendous amount of experience and information to share.” While White is already learning a lot about international marketing through ArtPrize, he has wealth of photographic experience and is no stranger to competition. He has been named PPM Photographer of the Year four times, scoring the first perfect score of 100 in the organization’s history in 2004. He also has won several state and national awards, including the Kodak Gallery Award and Fuji Masterpiece Award. He also exhibited his work in the first Pacific Rim Professional Photographers show in Korea and has had his work published in PPA Loan coffee table books. White said that despite the geographically varied settings depicted in his photographic art, he doesn’t travel much. “A lot of people see my work and think that I must do a lot of traveling, but I really don’t,” he said. “But, wherever I go, for whatever reason, I always have my equipment ready and with me.” “I truly do what I love,” said White. “I don’t know a bigger high than when I am shooting. But, that’s only half-way, there’s also how the photograph is treated, and I love that, too. I love both parts of the process. That is why it’s not work for me to take photographs when I am traveling, and to process the them — it’s a total passion.” White said that for him, ArtPrize is opening doors to marketing and other avenues for his work. “It’s a whole ’nother world to me,” he said, “I’m very excited about how things have transpired over the years and where they are at now, but I’m ready to go to another level as far as marketing what I do; I’m a newbie when it comes to those things. “But, I have to say, whatever happens, it’s really fun to be a part of ArtPrize.” For more information about White and his ArtPrize entry log on to www.artprize.org. Infrared images by Hastings photographer Steve White are on display in the Riverview Center in Grand Rapids’ Westside neighborhood during ArtPrize. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Hastings artist Kathleen Crane has said she likes to “paint what she knows,” so it is fitting that her entry in Grand Rapids ArtPrize 2010 competition, which is on display at the Fountain Street Church and titled, “Generations,” is a watercolor of herself as child with her maternal grandparents at the family cabin on Leach Lake. “My grandfather worked for Bliss in the ’40s and purchased the a cottage near Leach Lake so he would have a place to stay when he was in town, and eventually my parents moved here,” said Crane. “The picture is of my grandparents and me when Grandpa was building an addition to the cabin and my grandma was drawing water for me to drink from a hand pump in the yard,” Crane said the painting was inspired by memories that were stirred while she was recently looking through old slides to use for her aunt’s 100th birthday celebration. “She was the daughter of my maternal grandparents, and looking through all those old slides gave me the idea just two days before the application deadline for ArtPrize,” she said. “It was very serendipitous because I didn’t know that the Fountain Street Church had a ‘human shelter’ theme. They contacted me because the venue selects the artist. It’s a very exciting thing. They chose me based on what I wrote and other samples, not the finished work.” Crane completed the 22-by-33-inch fullsheet watercolor in time for the venue’s own pre-ArtPrize competition in August. The competition was not a part of ArtPrize but was juried art competition solely for the human shelter-themed artworks created by 19 “Generations” Kathleen Crane’s ArtPrize entry is a watercolor of the artist as a child with her grandparents at their cabin near Leach Lake. artists — music, sculpture, painting and mixed media that will be displayed at the Fountain Street Church during ArtPrize. “Generations” is Crane’s first entry in ArtPrize. “I didn’t enter last year because I didn’t understand what it was until I saw it myself,” she said. “It’s a great opportunity for an artist to let more people see their work, and the organizers are very supportive of the artists.” Now in its second year, ArtPrize has divid- Kathleen Crane displays her work in the Jefferson Street Gallery in Hastings. The painting in the foreground was done at the Bodeman Preserve near Gull Lake and will be featured in the 2011 Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy calendar published in conjunction with the Plein Air Artists of West Michigan. ed the Grand Rapids into five neighborhoods: Westside, Hillside, Center City, Heartside and Monroe North/Belknap. Fredrik Meijer Gardens also has been included as an official venue for this year’s competition, even though it is outside of the geographical boundaries of ArtPrize because of the international reputation of its sculpture collection. “It creates smaller communities of artists, and each neighborhood has its own parties and events. There are a lot of talks and a lot of opportunities to meet other artists,” said Crane Thursday, the day after the official ArtPrize opening Wednesday, Sept. 22. “ArtPrize is also a great opportunity for the public to see art in a totally different way than just in galleries. ArtPrize opened last night and at six, there were already people lined up with maps and guidebooks, waiting to see the art and vote. “The church had a reception Wednesday night, and we had a very good turnout, and they’re having a neighborhood party for the artists this weekend,” she added. “And, for the public, the neighborhoods help visitors by breaking up the work of 1,713 artists in 192 venues into organized exhibition centers so there is not so much walking and its not so overwhelming.” Crane said she loves her venue, located at 24 Fountain Street NE in the Hillside neighborhood. “The church looks like it was built around the 1840s,” she said. “I’m a pretty traditional artist and I’m interested in nature preservation and I like old things and old buildings, which I think should be preserved.” Crane is a member of the Plein Air Artists of West Michigan, which partners with the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy and allows the artists access to its easements and preserves so they can paint scenes that often are inaccessible to the public. Crane’s work is frequently on display in the Jefferson Street Gallery, 205 S. Jefferson St., in downtown Hastings. For more about Crane and her ArtPrize entry, log on to www.artprize.org. Barry Community Foundation gets $8,000 grant for local college access planning The Michigan College Access Network (MCAN) announced Monday that the Barry Community Foundation will receive $8,000 in planning grants for Barry County. A total of 14 communities collectively received more than $350,000 to support student access and success in college. These grant opportunities are designed to help Michigan communities establish local college access networks to coordinate programs, services and resources that lower barriers preventing students, particularly low-income and first-generation students, from pursuing postsecondary educational opportunities. In each community, leaders in education, the nonprofit sector, business, government and philanthropy will work together to design a local strategy to foster a college-focused culture and increase the college participation and completion rates. Grant recipients also included Albion Community Foundation; Baldwin Community Schools; Capital Region Community Foundation in Lansing; Finlandia University for Baraga, Houghton and Keweenaw counties; Grand Haven Area Community Foundation; Grand Rapids Community Foundation; Ionia County Intermediate School District; Les Cheneaux Community Foundation for Chippewa, Luce and Mackinac counties; Northwest Detroit Neighborhood Development; POH Riley Foundation Pontiac; Sistahs Reachin’ Out in Highland Park; Sturgis Public Schools; and W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research Kalamazoo County. Local college access networks, such as those awarded grant funding, provide mentoring, tutoring, college entrance test preparation, career guidance, college admissions and financial aid advising, campus visits, scholarships and other college access and success services. These organizations will spend the next six to 12 months convening teams of education and community leaders to determine each community’s college access needs. They will then design plans to build a college-going culture and deliver a comprehensive set of college access services. All grant recipients also must design strategies to integrate two statewide initiatives — The Michigan College Access Portal and KnowHow2GOMichigan — into their community networks. “In order to sustain a vibrant economy in Michigan, our communities must be built on the foundation of a highly educated population,” Brandy Johnson, director of MCAN, said. “A high school diploma simply isn’t enough to compete in the 21st century-economy. Every Michigander needs to enter the labor market with a college degree or valuable credential in hand. Period.” The Michigan College Access Network was established in 2009 in collaboration with the State of Michigan and a working group of stakeholders representing K-12, higher education, nonprofit organizations serving youths, state government, philanthropy and business. MCAN exists to increase Michigan’s college participation and completion rates, particularly among low-income and first-generation college students. The goal of the organization is to increase the proportion of Michigan residents with college degrees and valuable credentials to 60 percent by the year 2025. Currently, Michigan’s post- secondary educational attainment rate hovers around 35.8 percent. MCAN leads the state’s college access movement by employing a number of strategies, including coordination, advocacy and professional development. It also supports community-based college access initiatives through hands-on technical assistance and funding opportunities. It also works to strengthen like-minded and mission-aligned partner initiatives such as Michigan Campus Compact, Michigan College Advising Corps, Promise Zones, The Imagine Fund and Achieving the Dream. Earlier this month, MichiganCAP, a Webbased one-stop-shop to allow students to plan, apply and pay for college, went live at www.michigancap.org. Students and their families, counselors and mentors are encouraged to log on to the site to explore careers and create a post-secondary education plan. KnowHow2GOMichigan is a public-awareness campaign designed to encourage and prepare low-income students and their families to take the necessary steps toward college. The campaign’s public service announcements urge young people to find someone who can help them get to college and direct students and their mentors to an interactive website (www.KnowHow2GOMichigan.org) with additional resources. Funding from The Kresge Foundation and a federal grant from the U.S. Department of Education made this round of MCAN grants possible. The next round of grants will be awarded in March 2011. �Page 12 — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-25647-DE Estate of ROGER D. TODD. Date of Birth: November 10, 1942 TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, ROGER D. TODD, who lived at 172 LEACH LAKE ROAD, HASTINGS, Michigan died July 21, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to MARY GOLNEK-DEEMTER named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 WEST COURT, SUITE 302, HASTINGS, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. 9/20/2010 DAVID H. TRIPP P29290 206 SOUTH BROADWAY HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 945-9585 MARY GOLNEK-DEEMTER 325 S. EAST STREET FREEPORT, MI 49325 (616) 723-3943 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 2010-25680-DE Estate of Robert J. Shumway, Deceased. Date of birth: 12/21/1921 TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Robert J. Shumway, who lived at 1120 S. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan died 05/11/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Betty J. Shumway, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Suite 302, Hastings and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. 09/23/2010 Robert J. Longstreet P53546 607 N. Broadway Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-3495 Betty J. Shumway 1120 S. Broadway Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-5208 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate File No. 2010-25679-DE Estate of Irene A. Pixley, Deceased. Date of birth: 05/14/1925. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Irene A. Pixley, who lived at 14607 Kellogg School Road, Hickory Corners, Michigan died 05/10/2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Frederick Pixley, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Suite 302, Hastings and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. 09/23/2010 Robert J. Longstreet (P53546) 607 N. Broadway Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-3495 Frederick Pixley 6305 N. 28th Street Richland, MI 49083 (616) 340-2236 SYNOPSIS Barry Township Board Regular Meeting September 7, 2010 Regular meeting opened @ 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: 5 members and 9 guests. Motions approved minutes and treasurers reports for August 2010. Motion approved agenda as presented. Motion approved to Labor and M.F.R. billing for H.C.F.D. and B.P.H. 11-1-2009 thru 6-30-2010. Motion approved budget amendments for Police fund. Motion approved to accept donation of bicycle to B.T.P.D. Motion approved the purchase of a new HP laser printer. Motion approved to accept bills for September 2010 and the check register. Policy workshop scheduled for 9-30-10 @ Barry Township hall from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Adjourned @ 8:12 p.m. Respectfully, Debra J. Knight Barry Township Clerk Attested to by: Wesley Kahler Barry Township Supervisor 77549952 77549986 77549998 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Peter L. Baker and Sandra M. Baker, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 10815 W Garbow Rd, Middleville, MI 49333-8561. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 28, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 28, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550029 File # 175106F03 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Mark Pennock and Leigh E. Pennock, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 360 Division St, Freeport, MI 493259701. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550004 File # 344833F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Gordon Helms and Karen Helms, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 8650 Lindsey Rd, Plainwell, MI 490808219. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 24, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 24, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549983 File # 343941F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by John Liolen Sevigny, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Option One Mortgage Corporation, A California Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 15, 2005, and recorded on August 29, 2005 in instrument 1151809, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Soundview Home Loan Trust 2005-OPT3, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-OPT3 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Four Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-Five And 28/100 Dollars ($104,535.28), including interest at 8.59% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan described as: Commencing 70.57 Feet North of the Northwest Corner of Lot 9, Sam Bravata Plat, Then West 168.60 Feet, Thence North 0 Degrees 33 Minutes West 60 Feet along the West property Line, as described in Liber 244, Page 407, Thence East 169.19 Feet, Thence South 60 Feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549670 File #177698F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven L Williams a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 29, 2005, and recorded on May 5, 2005 in instrument 1146012, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Six And 72/100 Dollars ($125,496.72), including interest at 4.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 21, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of Lot 10 of Supervisor Glasgow's Addition to the City of Hastings, as recorded in Liber 3 of plats, page 3, distant North 00 degrees 24 mintues 40 seconds East, 153.00 feet from the Southwest corner of said Lot; thence North 00 degrees 24 minutes 40 seconds East 103.14 feet along said west line; thence North 89 degrees 53 minutes 20 seconds East 200.00 feet thence South 00 degrees 24 minutes 41 seconds West 103.39 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 47 seconds West, 200.00 feet to the point of beginning, Except the North 2.73 feet thereof, City of Hastings, Barry County Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549853 File #241882F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary P Timmer aka Gary Timmer and Julie Timmer, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated March 25, 2005, and recorded on April 11, 2005 in instrument 1144746, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-One Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Nine And 88/100 Dollars ($91,879.88), including interest at 6.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: One-Seventh 1/7 of Lot 36 of Supervisor's plat, Ford Point, according to the recorded plat thereof also, a pracel had in the Southeast Fractional 1/4 of Section 5, Town 1 North, Range 10 West described as: Commencing at the East corner of the Lot sold by Charles H Ford to Walter Fishleight, being known as Lot 38 of Supervisor's plat of Ford's point, thence North 60 degrees East 96 feet for the place of beginning. Thence North 44 degrees West 160 feet, Thence North 17 degrees East 66 feet, thence South 46 degrees East 210 feet, Thence South 60 degrees West 66 feet to beginning, Variatin 1 degrees 30 minutes, also known as Lot 41 of Supervisor's plat of Ford's point, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549659 File #263719F02 77550017 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Ronald A Covington and Annette Marie Covington, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 4312 W Joy Rd, Shelbyville, MI 49344-9425. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 202336F02 77550002 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage executed by Sallye Gordon McLean, a single woman and Jeffrey Norman Beebe, a married man, as joint tenants with full rights of survivorship and not as tenants in common, Mortgagors, to the Eaton Federal Savings Bank of Charlotte, Eaton County, Michigan, a corporation organized under the laws of the United States, Mortgagee, dated January 12, 2006 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on January, 19, 2006 in Document 1159102, Pages 1-12, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due on September 30, 2010, for principal, interest, late charges and delinquent escrow balance, the sum of Two Hundred Seven Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy Eight and 96/100 Dollars, ($207,878.96), and said Mortgagee having elected to declare all sums secured by said Mortgage immediately due and payable because of the several defaults of the Mortgagors and no proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, the said Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction to the highest bidder, at the East steps of the Circuit Court Building, 206 W. State St., Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on October 28, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock, local time in the afternoon of said day, and said premises will be sold to pay the amount then due on said Mortgage, together with Seven and One Half, (7.500%) percent per annum interest, legal costs, attorney fees and also any taxes, insurance premiums and any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned Mortgagee which it deemed necessary to pay to protect its interest in the premises, which said premises are described in said Mortgage as follows, to wit: Parcel B, Lots 11 and 12 of Assessor’s Plat No. 1 in the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 62. Village of Nashville, County of Barry, State of Michigan. The redemption period will be Six (6) months from the time of such sale unless the property is deemed abandoned according to MCL600.3201 to 600.3280, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days. EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK A Federally Chartered Savings Bank 236 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 Dated: September 30, 2010 77550031 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT BARRY COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT - FAMILY DIVISION PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF HEARING FILE NO. 10-25681NC In the matter of KYLE BRUCE ALEXANDER TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS including whose address(es) are unknown and whose interest in the matter may be barred or affected by the following: TAKE NOTICE: A hearing will be held on Wednesday 10/13/2010 at 11:00 a.m. at 206 W. Court St., Ste. 302, Hastings, MI 49058 before Judge William M. Doherty P41960 for the following purpose: PETITION TO CHANGE NAME CHANGE NAME FROM KYLE BRUCE ALEXANDER TO KYLE BRUCE MISHLER. 09/22/2010 Jason Carter Mishler 9910 Cloverdale Road Nashville, MI 49073 77549989 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Daniel Rininger and Michelle Rininger, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6364 S M 66 Hwy, Nashville, MI 49073-9507. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 24, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 24, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 295850F03 77549923 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on November 20, 2007, by WILLIAM N. WILBURN and ANGELA M. WILBURN, husband and wife, as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on November 27, 2007, in Instrument No. 20071127-0004596, which Mortgagee’s interest was assigned to COMMERCIAL BANK by Assignment of Mortgage dated August 31, 2010, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on September 8, 2010, in Instrument No. 201009080008276 (the “Mortgage”), on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty Two and 03/100 Dollars ($120,752.03), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, October 14, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: UNIT NO. 36 VALLEY RIDGE ESTATE CONDOMINIUM, ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO 1153680 AND AMENDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1158513 AND DOCUMENT NO. 1162264 AND DESIGNATED AS BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 44 TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN THE ABOVE MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 229 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1963 AND ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978 AND AMENDMENTS THERETO, IRVING TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY MICHIGAN. Commonly known as Sugar Creek Dr., Middleville, Michigan. The length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of the sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 Commercial Bank By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77549724 18,160,114.1\105064-00208 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Christopher M. Hawthorne, A Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank of Indiana, Mortgagee, dated April 21, 2006, and recorded on May 10, 2006 in instrument 1164441, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Residential Credit Solutions, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventeen Thousand Six Hundred SixtyFive And 85/100 Dollars ($117,665.85), including interest at 7.51% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 25, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, Described as: commencing at the Southwest corner of Section 25; thence South 89 degrees 09 minutes 04 seconds East 1053.18 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road and the South line of said Southwest 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence Northeasterly 241.29 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road and a 200 Foot radius curve to the Left the long chord of which bears North 56 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds East 226.92 Feet; thence North 21 degrees 43 minutes 24 seconds East 54.80 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road; thence Northeasterly 286.61 Feet along the center line of Quimby Road and a 250 Foot radius curve to the Right the long chord of which bears North 54 degrees 33 minutes 58 seconds East 271.17 Feet; thence Easterly 397.91 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road and a 1000 Foot radius curve to the right the long chord which bears South 81 degrees 11 minutes 30 seconds East 395.29 Feet; thence Easterly 271.50 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road and a 280 Foot radius curve to the Left the chord of which bears North 82 degrees 25 minutes 47 seconds East 260.99 Feet; thence Northeasterly 35.31 Feet along the centerline of Quimby Road and a 1090 Foot radius curve to the left the long chord of which bears North 53 degrees 43 minutes 24 seconds East 35.31 Feet; thence South 50 degrees 34 minutes 57 seconds East 553.69 Feet; thence North 89 degrees 09 minutes 04 seconds West 1535.71 Feet along the South line of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 25 to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549470 File #305293F01 Synopsis Hastings Charter Township Regular Meeting Sept. 14, 2010 At Historic Township Hall In Charlton Park All Board members present; Comm. Gibson; 13 guests. Approved consent agenda. Received Treasurer’s Report. Approved new tax over/under payment policy. Paid outstanding bills. Meeting adjourned at 7:41. Submitted by: Bonnie L. Cruttenden, Clerk Attested to by: Jim Brown, Supervisor 77549920 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dennis Jay Steffes aka Dennis J Steffes and Tina Marie Steffes aka Tina M Steffes, husband and wife, as tenants by the entireties, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 22, 2004, and recorded on December 2, 2004 in instrument 1138030, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EMC Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-Eight And 54/100 Dollars ($227,788.54), including interest at 4% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 28, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northwesterly corner of Lot 1 of Algonquin North Shores Subdivision, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 50, in Section 2, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, and Running thence North 51 degrees 04 minutes East 41.18 feet along Northwesterly line of said Lot; thence South 55 degrees 01 minutes 24 seconds East 57.0 feet along the Northeasterly side of said Lot; thence South 01 degrees 06 minutes 14 seconds West 155.34 feet along the East line of said Lot; thence North 89 degrees 22 minutes West 40.0 feet along the Plat Meander Line; thence North 22 degrees 45 minutes 04 seconds West 91.51 feet to a point on the West line of said Lot 1, distant South 00 degrees 16 minutes East 77.28 feet from the Northwesterly corner thereof; thence North 56 degrees 43 minutes 34 seconds West 85.40 feet to the center of Iroquois Trail (platted North Shore Drive); thence North 51 degrees 04 minutes East 65.0 feet along the center of said Street; thence South 00 degrees 16 minutes East 32.02 feet to the place of beginning. Extending the Easterly and Westerly sidelines to the Water's Edge of Algonquin Lake. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550037 File #337812F01 TO ALL CREDITORS: The Settlor, Grace I. Coats (date of birth April 21, 1916), who lived at 1821 W. East State Street, Hastings, Michigan, died April 16, 2010. There is no personal representative of the Settlor’s estate to whom Letters of Administration have been issued. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the Max E. and Grace I. Coats Trust dated July 25, 2000, as amended, will be forever banned unless presented to Kelly L. Casey, Trustee, within four months after the date of publication. Notice is further given that the Trust will thereafter be assigned and distributed to the persons entitled to it. Date: 9/23/10 Robert J. Longstreet (P35346) 607 N. Broadway Hastings, MI 49058 269-945-3495 Kelly L. Casey, Trustee 348 Dunham Court Battle Creek, MI 49015 77550046 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tamara Lalone, an unmarried woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 15, 2005 and recorded July 26, 2005 in Instrument Number 1150085, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-One Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-One and 18/100 Dollars ($61,581.18) including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on OCTOBER 14, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 post of Section 31, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan, thence, North 00 degrees 30 minutes 54 seconds East, 2634.06 feet along the North-South 1/4 line of said Section 31 to the East West 1/4 line of said Section 31; thence North 89 degrees 41 minutes 48 seconds West, 134.84 feet along said East West 1/4 line to the point of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 41 minutes 48 seconds West 166.41 feet along said East-West 1/4 line; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 54 seconds West, 173.49 feet; thence south 89 degrees 41 minutes 48 seconds East, 164.47 feet; thence North 01 degree 09 minutes 19 seconds East, 173.51 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes 33 Southerly of the centerline of Irving Road, said centerline described as follows: commencing at the South 1/4 post of said Section 31; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 54 seconds East, 2304.06 feet along the North-South 1/4 line of said Section 31; thence South 89 degrees 41 minutes 48 seconds East, 9.08 feet to the centerline of McCain Road and the point of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 55 mintues 36 seconds East, 360.65 feet, along said centerline to the centerline of Irving Road; thence Southwesterly along the centerline of Irving Road and the arc of a curve to the left 252.65 feet, the radius of which is 746.82 feet and the chord of which bears South 80 degrees 36 minutes 42 seconds West, 251.46 feet; thence continuing along said centerline South 70 degrees 55 minutes 13 seconds West 112.00 feet to the point of ending. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 16, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.6300 ASAP# 3733502 09/16/2010, 09/23/2010, 77549687 09/30/2010, 10/07/2010 • NOTICE • The Barry County Board of Commissioners is seeking applications to serve on the Community Corrections Advisory Board - representing the communications/ media position. Applications may be obtained at the County Administration Office, 3rd floor of the Courthouse, 220 W. State St., Hastings; or www.barrycounty.org; and must be returned no later than 5:00 p.m. on October 4, 2010. Contact 269-9451284 for more information. 77549786 NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held Sept. 28, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77549937 DELTON KELLOGG SCHOOLS IS ACCEPTING BIDS for Roofing, Electrical Rough-in and Finish, and Windows for the 2010-2012 building trades house. Bids must be received by 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 14, 2010. Send written proposal to Paul Blacken, Superintendent, Delton Kellogg Schools, 327 N. Grove Street, Delton, MI 49046; or contact Rollie Ferris by phone at 269-9981664 or rferris@dkschools.org for more information. Detailed information is available on the school website: www.dkschools.org 77550042 City of Hastings NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Hastings will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, October 19, 2010 at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Zoning Board of Appeals to hear comments and make a determination on a variance request by owner, Barry County, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The applicant has requested a variance from Section 90831 (d) (1) of the City of Hastings Code of Ordinances, that if granted, will allow the construction of an accessory building to exceed the maximum allowable 900 square feet, and to exceed the maximum allowable for two accessory buildings of 110 square feet, at its facility at 320-330 West Woodlawn Avenue, Hastings. Legal description of said property is: CITY OF HASTINGS LOTS 1-2-3-4 BROADWAY HEIGHTS COM AT A PT IN E & W 1/4 LINE SEC 7-3-8, WHICH IS 192 FT W OF E 1/4 POST OF SD SEC 7, TH W 462 FT, TH S 565.3 FT, TH E 462 FT TO SW COR LOT 9 BROADWAY HEIGHTS, TH N 568.3 FT ALONG W LINE PAT TO POB. Written comments will be received on the above request at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269-945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk 77550050 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by JOEL LYNN KEYZER and SHELLY KEYZER, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 3, 2006, and recorded on November 13, 2006, in Document No. 1172623, and assigned by said mortgagee to FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Three Thousand Three Hundred SeventyOne Dollars and Two Cents ($193,371.02), including interest at 7.250% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on October 21, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: PARCEL 1: LOT 2 OF THE PLAT OF HOME ACRES, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED LIBER 4 OF PLATS, ON PAGE 67. PARCEL 2: ALSO, A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 6, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 1 OF PLATS OF HOME ACRES, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, THENCE NORTH 40 DEGREES 13 MINUTES WEST 295.52 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 2 OF SAID PLAT, THENCE SOUTH 47 DEGREES 17 MINUTES WEST 100 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 40 DEGREES 13 MINUTES EAST 281.87 FEET; THENCE NORTH 55 DEGREES 33 MINUTES EAST 100.41 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 20, 2010 FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77549860 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott Zalewski, a Married Man and Wanda Zalewski, His Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 28, 2007, and recorded on October 1, 2007 in instrument 200710010002589, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Six Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Nine And 24/100 Dollars ($176,499.24), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: That part of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 29, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the East corner of said Section; thence North 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds West 2271.10 feet along the East and West line of said Section to the place of beginning; thence South 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West 257.83 feet; thence North 86 degrees 08 minutes 29 seconds West 360.40 feet to the centerline of State Highway M-43; thence North 02 degrees 45 minutes 43 seconds East 256.45 feet along said centerline to said East and West line; thence South 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds East 361.61 feet along said East and West line to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with a 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress and utilities as described in the Easement description. Easement description: A 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress and utilities in the Northeast and the Southeast of Section 29, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the East corner of said Section; thence North 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds West 2071.10 feet along the East and West line of said Section to the place of beginning; thence South 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West 33.00 feet; thence North 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds West 167.00 feet; thence South 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West 224.95 feet; thence North 86 degrees 08 minutes 29 seconds West 393.40 feet to the centerline of State Highway M-43; thence North 02 degrees 45 minutes 43 seconds East 66.00 feet along said centerline; thence South 86 degrees 08 minutes 29 seconds East 327.72 feet; thence North 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds East 158.70 feet; thence North 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds West 167.00 feet; thence North 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds East 66.00 feet; thence South 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds East 400.00 feet; thence South 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West 33.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549675 File #337739F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Caleb Mason, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated October 24, 2006, and recorded on October 31, 2006 in instrument 1172117, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Five Hundred Twenty-One And 83/100 Dollars ($142,521.83), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 330 feet East of the Southwest corner of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence East 148.5 feet; thence North 297 feet; thence West 148.50 feet; thence South 297 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549443 File #322085F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on November 30, 2005, by WILLIAM N. WILBURN and ANGELA M. WILBURN, husband and wife, and BARBARA J. SINCLAIR, a single woman, as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on December 2, 2005, in Instrument No. 1157092, and modified by Loan Modification Agreement and Affidavit Pursuant to MCL 565.381 and MCL 565.382 dated January 17, 2007, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on January 25, 2007, in Instrument No. 1175584, which Mortgagee’s interest was assigned to COMMERCIAL BANK by Assignment of Mortgage dated August 31, 2010, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on September 8, 2010, in Instrument No. 201009080008274, and a certain Mortgage executed on November 14, 2007, by WILLIAM N. WILBURN and ANGELA M. WILBURN, husband and wife; as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on November 16, 2007, in Instrument No. 20071116-0004323, which Mortgagee’s interest was assigned to Commercial Bank by Assignment of Mortgage dated August 31, 2010, and recorded with the Barry County Register of Deeds on September 8, 2010, in Instrument No. 201009080008275 (collectively the “Mortgage”), on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Seven Hundred Thirteen and 70/100 Dollars ($115,713.70), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, October 14, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: LOT 41 OF AL-GON-QUIN NORTH SHORE SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF IN LIBER 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 50, EXCEPT THE SOUTH 10 FEET THEREOF, RUTLAND TOWNSHIP. Commonly known as 1636 Pinecrest, Hastings, Michigan. The length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of the sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 Commercial Bank By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 18,160,102.1\105064-00208 77549719 �Page 14 — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Kenneth Tuitman and Lana Tuitman, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 4405 Velte Rd, Woodland, MI 488979733. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 28, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 28, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 344961F01 77550023 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Brooks A Bancroft, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1845 E Hickory Rd, Battle Creek, MI 49017-8711. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 24, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 24, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 213869F02 77549965 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Victor Goodrich, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11434 Schreiner Rd, Bellevue, MI 49021-8303. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 24, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 24, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 344108F01 77549949 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Craig Artis and Roxanne Artis, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1182 Cherry Ln, Battle Creek, MI 490179203. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 24, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 24, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 343130F01 77549934 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David J. Vanderslik Sr., single man, original mortgagor(s), to Credit Union Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated May 14, 2001, and recorded on May 18, 2001 in instrument 1059958, and assigned by said Mortgagee to DFCU Financial as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand One Hundred Eighty And 55/100 Dollars ($120,180.55), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 28, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Condominium Unit 21, Bay Meadow Condominiums, a Condominium according to the Master Deed recorded November 22, 2000, in Document Number 1052229 in the Office of Barry County Register of Deeds and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 19, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978 as amended The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #268579F02 NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. Notwithstanding, if the debt secured by this property was discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is NOT an attempt to collect that debt. You are presently in default under your Mortgage Security Agreement, and the Mortgage Holder may be contemplating the commencement of foreclosure proceedings under the terms of that Agreement and Michigan law. You have no legal obligation to pay amounts due under the discharged note. A loan modification may not serve to revive that obligation. However, in the event you wish to explore options that may avert foreclosure, please contact our office at the number listed below. Attention: The following notice shall apply only if the property encumbered by the mortgage described below is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.7cc. Attention Brian Lebeck and Katie Lebeck, regarding the property at 148 Low St., Delton, MI 49046. The following notice does not apply if you have previously agreed to modify the mortgage loan under section 3205b. 3205a, 3205b and 3205c do not apply unless the terms of the modified mortgage loan entered into were complied with for one year after the date of the modification. You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. is the designee with authority to make agreements under MCL 600.3205b and MCL 600.3205c, and can be contacted at: 811 South Blvd., Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123. You may also contact a housing counselor. For more information, contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) by visiting www.michigan.gov/mshda or calling (866) 946-7432. If you request a meeting with Potestivo & Associates, P.C. within 14 days after the notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not commence until at least 90 days after the date said notice was mailed. If an agreement to modify the mortgage loan is reached and you abide by the terms of the agreement, the mortgage will not be foreclosed. You have the right to contact an attorney and can obtain contact information through the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738. Dated: September 30, 2010. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 information may be faxed to (248)267-3004, Attention: Loss Mitigation Our File No: 10-30518 77549943 77549974 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Bradley O. Chase and Terri L. Chase, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 4289 MAPLE GROVE ROAD, HASTINGS, MI 49058 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-539-7400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Bradley O. Chase and Terri L. Chase also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738 (Tel). Pub Date: September 30, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 77549996 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Richard Steger and Diana Steger 11900 Garbow Road Middleville, MI 49333 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800-9680738. Dated: September 30, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 191.4189 ASAP# 3750078 09/30/2010 77550000 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Stephanie Sabo, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 132 Keeler St, Middleville, MI 49333-9479. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 24, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 24, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549931 File # 342235F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Steven Skula and Cheri Skula, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6865 E M 79 Hwy, Nashville, MI 490738714. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 24, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 24, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77549994 File # 344153F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rick Fuller aka Ricky Fuller a married man and Nancy Fuller his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 10, 2007, and recorded on October 17, 2007 in instrument 200710170003147, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Four Hundred Eighty And 90/100 Dollars ($113,480.90), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 28, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the center post of said Section 17 for place of beginning, thence West 11 Rods, thence South 60 Rods, thence East 11 Rods, to the 1/4 line, thence North along Section line 60 Rods to the center post of said Section 17 to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549968 File #293705F02 WWR#08391545 STATE OF MICHIGAN IN THE 5TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF BARRY Case No. 10-274-CH Hon. JAMES H. FISHER U.S. BANK CONSUMER FINANCE, Plaintiff, v.. SHANNON J. STAUFFER and ROBERT J. STAUFFER, Defendants. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––/ Weltman, Weinberg & Reis, Co., LPA BY: STUART A. BEST (40744) JOHN E. MELTON (P56294) Attorney for Plaintiff 2155 Butterfield, Ste. 200-S Troy, Michigan 48084 (248) 362-6100 ______________________________________/ AMENDED ORDER FOR ALTERNATE SERVICE At a session of said Court held in the City Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan ON 8/30/10 PRESENT: HON. JAMES H. FISHER Plaintiff having filed a Motion with this Court for purposes of obtaining an Order for Alternate Service pursuant to MCR 2.106; IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that Plaintiff shall serve the Defendant ROBERT J. STAUFFER, using the following means: q By publishing a copy of this Order once each week for three (3) consecutive weeks in a newspaper in this County q By sending a copy of the Order, Summons and Complaint to the Defendant, at his/her last known address by certified mail, return receipt requested, prior to the last date of publication. q That the Plaintiff does not know the present or last known address of the Defendant, and therefore, service by mailing is not required. q Posting: The Defendant shall be notified of the action by posting a copy of the Order, Summons and Complaint, in the Courthouse, and two (2) other public places for three (3) consecutive weeks. q Posting shall be performed by any persons as designed in MCR 2.103(B)(1), (B)(2) or (B)(3) or by______________________________________ q That an Affidavit of Publication be provided by the publisher or publisher’s agent to this Court following the expiration of the publishing time, and supplied to this Court as proof of Service. HON. JAMES H. FISHER Beth DuBois (Deputy Clerk) x 1124 X X 77549926 NOTICE TO CREDITORS PATRICIA J. SPAULDING LIVING TRUST DATED 4/1/2008 Social Security Number of Decedent: XXX-XX-3928 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Your interest in the estate may be barred or affected by the following: The decedent, Patricia J. Spaulding (date of birth August 26, 1943), whose last address was 11664 Alling Road, Plainwell, MI 49080, died on August 25, 2010. The decedent was the settlor of the Patricia J. Spaulding Living Trust dated April 1, 2008. There is no personal representative of the settlor’s estate to whom Letters of Authority have been issued. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the trust estate will be forever barred unless presented to the current acting trustee (whose name and address appear below) of the Trust within four (4) months of the date of publication of this notice. The current acting trustee is: Abbie K. Bishop, 14225 Manning Lake Road, Battle Creek, MI 49017. Notice is further given that the trust estate will be thereafter assigned and distributed to the persons entitled to it. Dated: September 24, 2010 Attorney for Trustee: David G. Ledbetter, P43671 Law Offices of David G. Ledbetter 1695 Service Road NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 (616) 459-3333 77550019 PUBLISHED NOTICE PURSUANT TO P.A. 29,30 and 31 OF 2009 TO BORROWER/MORTGAGOR TO: Rebecca L. Gingrich (borrower) Property: 190 Oak Street, Freeport, MI 49325 TAKE NOTICE that you, the borrower, have the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder/mortgage servicer, AmeriHome Mortgage Corporation, for the purpose of participating in negotiations to attempt to work out a modification of your mortgage loan to avoid foreclosure. TAKE NOTICE that you have the following rights: (a) You have the right to contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. Their website address and telephone number are as follows: Website: http://www.mich.gov/mshda Telephone: (517) 373-8370 (b) You have the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Service is as follows: http://www.mich.gov/mshda(800) 968-0738 In the event you request such a meeting or contact a housing counselor within 14 days of the day the notice containing this information was sent to you, i.e. 14 days from September 24, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after the date the notice is mailed to you. If the borrower and the designated contact person reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The undersigned is the contact person (agent) having the authority to make agreements pursuant to the statute, specifically Sections 3205b and 3205c. Dated: September 30, 2010 AmeriHome Mortgage Corporation By: Charles A. Forrest, Jr. (P13576) 703 E. Court Street Flint, MI 48503 (810) 238-4030 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE 77550015 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William A. Pelkey and Diane M. Pelkey, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., Mortgagee, dated October 6, 2004, and recorded on October 7, 2004 in instrument 1135150, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Eight Thousand Five Hundred FortyThree And 44/100 Dollars ($88,543.44), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, distant North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 410.00 feet from the Southeast corner of Section 20; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 16 seconds West 660.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 240.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 16 seconds East 330.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 90.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 16 seconds East 330.00 feet to the East line of Section 20; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 330.00 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549461 File #336133F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — Page 15 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Mark Sherman, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 12735 Pine Lake Rd, Plainwell, MI 49080-9272. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 24, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 24, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 310890F02 77549992 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Wesley R Lewis, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 324 E Green St, Hastings, MI 49058-1929. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 28, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 28, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 241269F03 77550027 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darwin R. Mead, an unmarried man, to Fifth Third Mortgage MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated November 15, 2005 and recorded November 21, 2005 in Instrument Number 1156516, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-Nine Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Nine and 15/100 Dollars ($49,749.15) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on OCTOBER 21, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/4 of Section 33, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 33; thence South 624 feet, thence East 264 feet, thence North, 624 feet, thence West 264 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 23, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.7009 ASAP# 3739830 09/23/2010, 09/30/2010, 10/07/2010, 10/14/2010 77549809 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Kenneth Beaty and Kathy Beaty, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6021 Pineknoll Dr, Hastings, MI 490589630. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 28, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 28, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 344719F01 77550021 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Estate Of Rockne Allen Boze, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 12195 Enzian Rd, Plainwell, MI 49080-9056. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from September 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after September 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 344969F01 77550013 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Andrew C. Harkness and Linda Lou Harkness aka Linda L. Harkness, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 18, 2004, and recorded on October 28, 2004 in instrument 1136263, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Nine And 87/100 Dollars ($90,489.87), including interest at 2% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 9 and the East 2 feet of Lot 10 of Block 49 of the Village of Middleville, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 27. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549639 File #260772F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Debra Stowe, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated November 21, 2007, and recorded on December 5, 2007 in instrument 20071205-0004884, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Four Hundred Fifty-Nine And 76/100 Dollars ($113,459.76), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 7, Block 49, Village of Middleville, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 27. Subject to easements, restrictions and reservations of record, if any The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549633 File #336478F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicole Starkweather, a Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated December 18, 2008, and recorded on January 12, 2009 in instrument 20090112-0000259, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Six Hundred Seventy-One And 65/100 Dollars ($106,671.65), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 7, Block 10, Kenfield's 2nd Addition to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 37. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549455 File #336542F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Joseph R. Huebner, a married man and Teresa M. Huebner, a married woman, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated February 10, 2003, and recorded on February 18, 2003 in instrument 1097846, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twelve Thousand Two Hundred FiftySeven And 14/100 Dollars ($112,257.14), including interest at 6.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 21, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6 of Block D of Charles H. Bauer's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 57. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549826 File #338425F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jestin McWhinney and Stephanie A. McWhinney, fka Stephanie A. Hubbell, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 10, 2005, and recorded on August 19, 2005 in instrument 1151381, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank National Association, as Trustee for SASCO 2005-WF4 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Eight Hundred FiftyFive And 19/100 Dollars ($116,855.19), including interest at 6.49% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 7 Meadow Acres, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549449 File #329081F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Raneane Risner and Brian Risner wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 17, 2006, and recorded on March 20, 2006 in instrument 1161505, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety And 98/100 Dollars ($102,790.98), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 21, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 33, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of said Section 33; thence East 20 rods to the place of beginning; thence East 8 rods; thence South 208.5 feet; thence West 8 rods; thence North 208.5 feet. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549820 File #302519F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage dated November 19, 2004, given by DOUGLAS J. KRAMER and JUDY L. KRAMER, as Mortgagors, to BYRON BANK now known as CHEMICAL BANK, as Mortgagee, as recorded on December 9, 2004, as instrument number 1138407 of Barry Records, Pages 1-18, as modified on November 5, 2007 and recorded on November 19, 2007, as instrument number 20071119-0004389, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of September 8, 2010, for principal and interest, the sum of $381,134.25; no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by said mortgage; the power of sale in said mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; and the Mortgagee having exercised and hereby exercising its right of acceleration as a result of the default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, October 14, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., Barry County Courthouse, that being the place for holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying amounts due and unpaid under said mortgage, together with legal costs and charges of sale, including attorney fees as provided by law and in said mortgage, and any and all other lawful charges and expenditures from the date of this notice until said date of sale, the lands in said mortgage is located at 923 Palmer Drive, Middleville, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, parcel no. 08-16-055-005-00, further mentioned and described as follows: Lot(s) 10 and 11, Supervisor’s Plat of Brigg’s Subdivision, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 34. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 Byron Bank now known as Chemical Bank, Mortgagee CUNNINGHAM DALMAN, P.C. Attorneys for Mortgagee /s/ Ronald J. Vander Veen Ronald J. Vander Veen 321 Settlers Road, P.O. Box 1767 Holland, MI 49422-1767 (616) 392-1821 This notice is given in efforts to collect a debt owed to Chemical Bank. Any information provided in response to this notice will be used for that pur77549645 pose. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sandy Reid and Ruth Reid, joint tenants with full rights of survivorship, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 26, 2005, and recorded on October 3, 2005 in instrument 1153730, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for Deutsche Bank Alt-A Securities, Inc., Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2006AB1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred One Thousand Two Hundred Four And 16/100 Dollars ($101,204.16), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 28, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 73 and 74 of Aben Johnson's Addition Number 2, to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #339743F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kenneth Hummel and Penny Hummel, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 5, 2006, and recorded on June 1, 2006 in instrument 1165415, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Six Thousand Six Hundred Thirty And 21/100 Dollars ($156,630.21), including interest at 7.84% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 7, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot No. 26, Meadow Arces No. 2, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats Page 93, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549509 File #330280F01 77549977 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Janice L. Tamminga, A married woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 10, 2006, and recorded on November 16, 2006 in instrument 1172799, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Nineteen And 48/100 Dollars ($78,919.48), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast Corner of the Northeast Quarter of Section 23, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Thence West 220 feet, Thence North 990 feet, Thence West 220 feet, Thence South 990 feet, Thence East to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549680 File #261116F03 �Page 16 — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — The Hastings Banner October, November are worst months for deer crashes October and November are the two most dangerous months in Michigan for car/deer crashes. The 61,486 crashes last year in the state resulted in 1,571 injuries and 10 deaths. While Michigan’s 2 million deer are most active in spring and fall, car/deer crashes are a year-round problem. Each year, more than 60,000 vehicle crashes with deer are reported in Michigan. About 80 percent of all such crashes occur on two-lane roads between dusk and dawn. The most serious crashes occur when motorists swerve to avoid deer and hit another vehicle or a fixed object, or when the vehicle rolls over. In 2009, Michigan experienced an increase the number of total car/deer crashes. According to the Michigan State Police Criminal Justice Information Center, the 61,486 car/deer crashes in 2009 was up from the 61,010 crashes reported in 2008. However, officials note that many crashes also go unreported, so actual crash numbers much higher. Barry County had 1,116 car/deer accidents in 2009 with no fatalities and 30 injuries. In 2008, Barry County experienced 1,064 such accidents with one fatality and 37 persons injured. Carlton Township saw the highest crashes with 119, Rutland Township with 113 and Woodland with 87 crashes. In 2009, Kent County once again topped the state’s counties in the number of car/deer crashes with 2,164. Other surrounding counties numbers in 2009 were Allegan (1,118), Calhoun (1,659), Eaton (1,384), Ionia (1,180) and Kalamazoo (1,162). According to the website, associatedcontent.com, the chance of hitting a deer in Michigan is 1 in 78. State Farm statistics put the average cost of a car/deer accident repair at $2,950. Here are some tips to avoid a crash: • Stay aware, awake and sober. • Slow down when traveling through deerpopulated areas, especially those marked with deer-crossing signs. • Deer are herd animals and frequently travel single file, so one deer crossing the road will quite often mean that more will follow. • Be alert for deer, especially at dawn and dusk, and slow down. • Don’t rely on gimmicks, flashing headlights or honking the horn to deter deer. If a crash is unavoidable: • Don’t swerve. Brake firmly, hold on to the steering wheel and bring the vehicle to a controlled stop. • Pull off the road, turn on emergency flashers and be cautious of other traffic. • Report the crash to the nearest police agency and the insurance company. In 2009, all 10 deer crash fatalities involved motorcyclists. That is why the Michigan Deer Crash Coalition has developed new safety tips for motorcyclists. “Motorcyclists are vulnerable to deer crashes as they travel Michigan’s roadways,” said Coalition Chair Lori Conarton of the Insurance Institute of Michigan. “Reducing the number of injuries and fatalities from these types of crashes is a priority for the coalition.” Motorcyclists should: • Be alert for deer whenever they ride. Collisions with deer happen in urban, suburban and rural areas. • Slow down. Decreasing speed gives a motorcyclist more time to spot an animal and to react. • Cover the brakes to reduce reaction time. • Use high-beam headlights and additional driving light when possible. • If riding in a group, spread out riders in a staggered formation. This will lessen the chance that other riders will be involved if one rider hits a deer. • Wear protective gear at all times. All motorists should ‘think deer’ whenever they are behind the wheel, and drive defensively, as if a deer can appear at any moment, because they can. And all motorists should remember to always fasten their safety belts. Safety belts often make the difference in surviving a serious crash. Hastings mayor earns award The Michigan Municipal League (MML) recently bestowed the 2010 Jim Sinclair Exceptional Service Award on Hastings Mayor Robert L. May during its annual convention in Dearborn. May has served as mayor of Hastings and as a member of the Michigan Association of Mayors since 2002. He has worked closely with the Michigan Association of Mayors during the past year, advocating on behalf of Michigan communities with legislators in Lansing. May serves and advocates on behalf of his local community on many levels and is involved with numerous national and local organizations. May was previously honored with a League Special Award of Merit in 2007. He was recently named as the first recipient of the Robert L. May Humanitarian Award by the American Cancer Society, and was also honored with the Hastings Exchange Club’s Book of Golden Deeds Award in recognition of his service to the Hastings Community. The Jim Sinclair Exceptional Service Award, first awarded in 2008, is a peer nomination in honor and memory of Rogers City THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT KNOWINGLY accept advertising which is deceptive, fraudulent or might otherwise violate law or accepted standards of BED: QUEEN PILLOWTOP taste. However, this publicamattress set, NEW, still in tion does not warrant or plastic, $200. Call (517)410- guarantee the accuracy of 4921 delivery available. any advertisement, nor the quality of goods or services Garage Sale advertised. Readers are cauHUGE POLE BARN SALE, tioned to thoroughly investitons of tools, Craftsman and gate all claims made in any Snap-on, lots of power tools, advertisements, and to use air tools, nail guns, chop good judgment and reasonasaws, table saw, lots of fish- ble care, particularly when ing poles, rods & tackle box- dealing with persons unes; some full of tackle, lots of known to you ask for money unpainted ceramics. Thurs- in advance of delivery of day, September 30th, Friday- goods or services advertised. Saturday, October 1st-2nd, 9am-5pm, 5538 E. Orchard, Card of Thanks Delton (269)209-5064. THE FAMILY OF AnnaMae Hart-Kenfield MOVING SALE: huge barn wish to thank the many sale. tools, household goods, friends, relatives and neighFri-Sat. 8-9th. 10am-6pm, bors for their visits, food, 4443 Grange Road, Middleflowers, donations and exville. pressions of sympathy. SALE: 1085 WALL Lake Thanks also to the ladies at Drive, Delton, October 1stthe Moose who help with 2nd-3rd, 8am-6pm. Dehuthe luncheon. Your kindness midifier, air conditioner, is greatly appreciated. plus and medium sized clothes, 2007 700 ATV, variePets ty of other things. AKC YORKIE TERRIER HASTINGS BANNER SUB- puppies, some small. Shots, SCRIPTIONS: Phone dewormed, nails clipped. (517)726-0451 (269)945-9554. EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 Miscellaneous DURA-QUBE WATER SOFTNER SALT & 5 gallon drinking water now available at Diamond Propane 301 E. Broadway, Woodland. Buy 10-50lb. bags & get free delivery. Call for details (269)367-9700 Community Notices HASTINGS HIGH SCHOOL CLASS of ‘75. 35th class reunion. October 9th, Hastings Moose Lodge. Meet & Greet from 6PM7PM. Dinner at 7PM. Cost of the meal will be $20 per person. RSVP with check HHS Class of ‘75 520 S. Washington, Hastings 49058. Recreation WANTED HUNTING LAND: (2) Families are interested in leasing acreage Estate Sale for this years deer season. ESTATE/MOVING SALES: Call (269)795-3049 by Bethel Timmer - The Cottage House Antiques. (269)795-8717 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: 77543023 77548212 All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Taser keeps man from fleeing During a traffic stop on East State Road Sept. 24, Hastings Police discovered that one of passengers, 51, of Hastings, had warrants out of Barry and Ingham counties. As the officer placed the subject under arrest, he started fighting with the officer and attempted to flee the area. The officer’s Taser stopped him after he ran a few feet. The subject was taken into custody without further incident and is facing additional charges for resisting and obstructing a police officer. Stranger helps himself to phone Barry County Sheriff Deputies responded Sept. 18 to a burglary reported on Usborne Road in Freeport. The caller said they had returned home to find an unknown, green, fourdoor Grand Prix or Grand Am in the driveway. As the homeowner’s wife went to the front door, and he went to investigate the car, a man came out of the back door. The caller confronted the man, who told the complainant he had hit a deer and needed to use the phone. He had heard the radio on inside the house and simply entered the house to make a call. He told the homeowner that he called the police and would wait outside for them to arrive. When the homeowner went inside to look around the house, the man drove off. The case is inactive pending more information. Company reports missing gas Sheriff Deputies reported to Guernsey Lake Road in Delton to arrest two subjects on outstanding burglary warrants from Cass County. Deputies found the subjects coming out of a barn on the property Sept. 14 and arrested a 31-year-old male and a 27-year-old female, both of Delton. On further inspection of the barn, officers found another subject and components for a methamphetamine lab. The third subject, a 25-year-old Delton man, also was arrested. Later, it was discovered that he also had two outstanding warrants. The methamphetamine lab investigation was turned over to the Southwest Enforcement Team. Credit card used in New York Farm AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 Hastings Police are investigating a motor vehicle theft that occurred during early Sept. 25 on East Grant Street. The complainant, 31, of Middleville, found that his 2001 Chrysler Sebring was missing and noted that he had left the key in the ignition. Two hours later, officers were dispatched back to the residence after the stolen vehicle returned to the residence. The victim looked outside as the vehicle was steered into the drive. He and a friend ran outside, but the driver backed out and sped away northbound on Boltwood Street. The suspect was described as a white male wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt. Responding officers located the stolen vehicle a short time later in the parking lot of the Hastings Apartments. A Michigan State Police K-9 unit out of Wayland was called in to help track the suspect, who fled on foot south from the vehicle. The track was lost on East Blair Street between Wilson and North East streets. Anyone with information on the identity of the suspect is asked to call Hastings Police at 269-945-5744 or Silent Observer 1-800-310-9031. Barn inspection is warranted CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 National Ads Stolen car returned, but leaves again County deputies received a call Sept. 14 regarding a theft of fuel at M-66 Tire near Lake Odessa. The caller said 30 gallons of diesel fuel had been siphoned from one of the company’s Penske trucks. The caller had no suspects but wanted the incident reported. The case is closed. Banner CLASSIFIEDS For Sale POLICE BEAT Hastings Mayor Bob May displays his plaque and award from the Michigan Municipal League. Council member Jim Sinclair, a promoter of local government and believer in education and training for elected officials. Local teen’s mammoth tooth discovery to be displayed in Lansing Barry County resident and Lakewood High School graduate Patrick Walker’s astounding discovery of a 11,000 year old, 10-pound mammoth tooth will be on display during Michigan Archaeology Day in Lansing. The event will be held at the Michigan Library and Historical Center from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2. Walker found the tooth treasure while grounds keeping at Morrison Lake County Club in Saranac. The tooth that Walker found is viewed as a ‘special’ kind of find, because of the things about the time period that archaeologists learned from it, including evidence of human involvement with the remains. “The excavation of stone tools and bone fragments [found at the mammoth tooth site] that were clearly the result of butchering by prehistoric people is what crosses the line from paleontology to archaeology,” said state archaeologist John Halsey. Archaeology Day is hosted by the office of the state archaeologist, Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA), the Michigan Historical Museum, and Department of Natural Resources and Environment (DNRE). “Once a year archaeologists from around the state come to Lansing with artifacts and information to share with visitors at the Michigan Historical Museum,” said MSHDA interim executive director Gary Heidel. “This is an opportunity for people to attend presentations about archaeology and to talk one-onone with archaeologists about the work they are doing in Michigan.” Archaeology Day is billed as a family event with displays and activities for children and lectures and other displays for adults. “Learning from the past is important, whether it is with a hunting and gathering focus of simply understanding how our predecessors lived. Archaeology Day gives us insight into that history,” said DNRE Director Rebecca Humphries. The Michigan Historical Museum is located at 702 W. Kalamazoo St. in Lansing. For more information, visit www. michigan.gov/archaeology. A Dowling man called sheriff deputies to report unauthorized use of his Best Buy credit card. On Sept. 14, the caller reported he had paid off the balance of his card Aug. 18, and on Aug. 25, someone charged $3,917 in a Yonkers, N.Y., store. His credit card company advised him to file a police report. The case is closed. Bandits burglarize home on Banfield Road Sheriff deputies responded to a burglary in progress on Banfield Road in Delton Sept. 16. When deputies arrived, the caller’s wife said they had returned home to find a bed overturned and several items missing. Deputies discovered that a west basement window had been pried open. Homeowners said they had seen a dark colored, older pickup parked, on several occasions, near the end of their driveway. A shotgun and hand gun were taken, along with jewelry, cameras, computer and video game equipment, and prescription medications. Deputies were able to pull a footprint impression and found a small amount of blood at the scene. The case is still open. Rejected boyfriend makes accusations A report of marijuana being smoked in the presence of small children was sent to sheriff deputies Sept. 22. According to the complainant, a 43-year-old Middleville woman and a 19year-old Wayland woman were smoking marijuana in the presence of a 10-year-old girl and a 5-year-old boy. When questioned, they denied the charge and let deputies search the premises. Deputies found no evidence of marijuana or use of the drug. Deputies reported that the children were in good condition. The women said they believed the call came from an estranged boyfriend. When the ex-boyfriend was contacted he admitted to making the call. No evidence was found to support the claim, but a Child Protective Services was advised. Ex-girlfriend comes back fighting mad A 19-year-old Hastings woman was arrested Sept. 28 at a Lawrence Road home in Hastings. According to the complainant, her ex-boyfriend, he was sleeping in his bedroom and woke up to yelling and being beaten in the head. While fighting off the attacker, he recognized the assailant. The attacker was angry that he was seeing another woman. She had come in through the basement door which was unlocked. Deputies arrested her on charges of home invasion and domestic violence. The case is closed. Deputy dog finds nothing but a can Barry County Sheriff K-9, Gina, assisted Michigan State Troopers Sept. 22 in Delton. Troopers were looking for an object or objects thrown from a vehicle during a car chase near M-43 and Sprague Road. Troopers suspected a mobile methamphetamine lab. Gina sniffed the vehicle and gave positive alert for narcotics around the center console. A nearly empty beer can was found but nothing else. The case is closed. Cat’s death under investigation Local law enforcement officials are investigating a complaint that a Barry County man reportedly caught a cat in a live trap on his property and then allegedly drowned the cat. No other information was available at press time. COURT NEWS Dwayne Johnson, 34, of Battle Creek was sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court Sept. 21. Johnson was ordered to serve 24 to 60 months in prison for conducting a criminal enterprise in which he knowingly obtained and distributed stolen property. He received credit for 31 days served and was ordered to pay $128 in court costs. A restitution hearing will be held within 18 months. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — Page 17 Mullenhurst crowns champs Schipper first Trojan to qualify for state this season The Thornapple Kellogg-Hastings varsity girls’ swimming and diving team has its first Division 1 state qualifier. Alexa Schipper qualified for the state meet in the process of winning the 100-yard backstroke against Calvin Christian Thursday night in the Community Education and Recreation Center pool in Hastings. She touched the wall in 1 minute 12.32 seconds. That win helped the Trojans to a 111-74 win over the visiting Squires, and led a sweep of the top three places in the event. Taylor Rabbai was second in 1:25.34 and Emma Anderson third in 1:27.29. Schipper also won the 200-yard individual medley in 2:26.55. TK-Hastings had another sweep of the top three scoring places in the diving competition, with Tracy Hodges winning with 169.10 points. Brieanna Sheldon was second with a score of 163.65, followed by Marie Gutgsell in third with 146.90. The Trojans started the night with the team of Kayla Strumberger, Kayla Kroells, Natalie VanDenack, and Patricia Garber winning the 200-yard medley relay in 2:05.89. The other two wins on the evening for the TK-Hastings girls came in the 100-yard freestyle which VanDenack won in 56.51 and the 100-yard backstroke which Strumberger won in 1:06.44. The TK-Hastings girls are now 3-0 on the season, and 2-0 in the O-K Rainbow. The Trojans have a big dual at home against the Forest Hills Northern/Eastern team on Thursday beginning at 6 p.m. The Trojans returned to the pool Saturday and won the Raider Sprints hosted by Creston at Grand Rapids Community College, with 350 points. West Catholic was second with 289.5 points, followed by Catholic Central 238, Ionia 184, Otsego 143, Mason 127, Wayland 106, Hackett Catholic Central 81, Creston 80, Ottawa Hills 23.5 and Union 12. The Trojans were less than a second from meet records in four events, including the 200-yard medley relay which the team of Strumberger, Schipper, VanDenack, and Garber won in 2:13:54. Katy Garber, Kaitlyn Telfor, Kaylee DeMink, and VanDenack came up just short of the record in winning the 200-yard butterfly relay in 2:15.26. The 200-yard breaststroke relay team of Kroells, Patricia Garber, Rabbai and Schipper was just off the record with its first-place time of 2:40.86. Schipper just missed a meet record herself in the 100-yard individual medley, as did Ionia’s Alison Bauer who won the race. Bauer finished in 1:14.42 and Schipper in 1:14.53. Schipper did win the 50-yard breaststroke in 36.57 Other winners for the Trojan team were VanDenack in the 50-yard freestyle with a time of 29.19 and the 50-yard butterfly with a time of 31.57, the 200-yard backstroke relay team of DeMink, Kroells, Strumberger, and Hannah Bashore which finished in 2:22.92. Strumberger just missed a first-place finish in the 50-yard backstroke, touching the wall in 33.82, behind Ionia’s Ashleigh Babcock’s time of 33.81. The Trojans also had a runnerup finish in the 50 butterfly, where Katy Garber came in behind VanDenack with a time of 33.77. Pennfield keeps pace with DK in KVA by topping Lions Maple Valley’s varsity volleyball team fell to 2-2 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association with a 3-0 loss at home to Pennfield. On back to back Wednesdays the Lions took on the top two teams in the league. Pennfield improved to 4-0 with its win, while Delton Kellogg has also moved to 4-0 in the league. Maple Valley was tied with five other teams for third place in the league heading into last night’s action. Pennfield topped the Lions by the scores of 25-16, 25-12, 25-20. Kate Ancincova led the Lions with 18 kills on the night. She also had three digs and a block. Tiffani Allwardt had seven kills. Karlee Mater finished with 18 assists. Allwardt and Timara Burd both had five digs. Maple Valley is now 15-9-3 overall. Maple Valley’s Kate Ancincova passes the ball against Pennfield Wednesday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Mike Wertman (from left), Jim Sprague and Jim Shemberger were the top three finishers in the Senior Division at the Sept. 18 Mullenhurst Club Championship. Saxon Sports Shorts JV Girls Cross Country The Saxons’ Ariel Moore and Kayla Pohl both earned medals at Saturday’s Bangor Invitational. Pohl was ninth in 24 minutes 27 seconds, and Moore placed fourth in 22:59. JV Football The Hastings JV football team suffered its first defeat of the season Thursday, losing to Grand Rapids Catholic Central 12-6. Jake Swartz, Travis Sixberry, Mike Racine, and Ed Kosta led in the defensive effort that shut out GRCC in the second half. Greg Case led the Saxon rushing attack, and Chase Husiman ran behind Jeff Todd for the Saxons lone score. The JV record now stands at 4-1. JV Girls’ Golf The Saxon junior varsity girls’ golf team defeated Wayland Monday 219 to 226. Amanda Sarhatt led the Saxons with a 52. Cindy Tebo, Katy Wallace, Katie Brown, Amanda Prill and Sidney Dudley also contributed for Hastings. HYAA Football 7th Grade Blue The HYAA seventh grade Blue team lost a 34-14 decision to Caledonia (Duncan Lake) Wednesday. The Saxon defense was led by lineman Quentin Wigg who had three tackles and linebacker Tony Thompson who finished with four. Jordan Kerns and Carter Carpenter had two tackles each. Ricky Buskirk was outstanding on special teams, recovering a key onside-kick in the first half. The Hastings offense was led by Alex McMahon with two rushing touchdowns and an extra-point. McMahon finished with 49 yards rushing and 69 receiving on four receptions. Quarterback Owen Post was near perfect, completing seven of eight passes to three different receivers for 69 yards and he also rushed for one extra-point. Clay Coltson finished with 33 all-purpose yards rushing, receiving, and on kick/punt returns. 3rd & 4th Grade Gold The Hastings third and fourth grade Gold team played Harper Creek Team 1 Saturday and suffered a 25-7 loss at Johnson Field. Kyle Potter scored the lone Saxon touchdown and scored the extra-point in the third quarter. Potter totaled more than 60 yards on three carries during the scoring drive. Fullback Nick Abbott had several runs up the middle of the Harper Creek defense to help the offense improve from week two. Hunter Allerding also had a pass reception of five yards for the Saxons. Ben Curtis, Matt Sherman, Andrew Miller, Zach Hall, Jackson Barnaart, Dakota Campbell, and Allerding provided key blocks on offense. The Saxon defense was lead by Andrew Miller, Gabe Trick, Dakota Campbell, Nick Abbott, Kyle Potter, Matt Sherman, and Blake Walther with multiple tackles. Carter Cappon knocked down a Harper Creek pass attempt for the Saxon defense. The Gold Team is currently 1-2 on the season. Tom McCormick (from left), Greg Dobrowolski, Craig Funk, Bobby Fisher, Kyle Purdum and Josh Newhouse were the top finishers in the Open Division at the Mullehnhrst Club Championship Sept. 18. w Ne e! r o St e lin n O Thursday, the Saxon girls were defeated by Caledonia. Tebo and Brown both shot 57s to lead Hastings. Mullenhurst Club Championship Results Open Division 1. Greg Dombrowolski 2. Tom McCormick 3. Bobby Fisher 4. Josh Newhouse 4. Kyle Purdum 4. Craig Funk Senior Division 1. Jim Shemberger 2. Mike Wertman 3. Jim Sprague 71 (won playoff) 71 72 73 73 73 Low Net Division 1. Dick Porter 2. Jeff Baurs 3. Craig Funk 4. Tony Shumaker 5. Wayne Lydy 71 5. 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Schoolcraft’s Charlton Craig was the individual champ for a second time, leading the Eagles to victory in 17:17. Delton Kellogg’s Austin Ketola was second in 17:29, followed by Hackett’s Peter Herzog in 17:32. Behind Ketola for the Delton boys, Ryan Watson was eighth in 18:35, Tyler Bourdo 12th in 19:04, Raymond Vickery 17th in 19:13, and Kannon Hoffman 20th in 19:38. The Maple Valley Lions were led by Joe Benedict’s 19th-place time of 19 minutes 10 seconds. Kyle Brumm was 33rd in 20:36, Tyler Brumm 43rd in 21:15, Micah Bromley 45th in 21:20 and Sam Benedict 46th in 21:21. Krista Broekema led Schoolcraft to their second win of the season in the KVA on the girls’ side, hitting the finish line in 20:19. Schoolcraft ended the day with 47 points. Parchment was a distant second with 84, followed by Delton Kellogg 86, Hackett Catholic Central 104, Olivet 107, Pennfield 116, Kalamazoo Christian 150, Maple Valley 195, Galesburg-Augusta 274, and Constantine 274. Schoolcraft had four girls finish in the top nine, with Katilee Bensley, Sarah Hartlieb and Madeline Hartlieb coming in seventh, eighth and ninth respectively for the Eagles. Delton Kellogg, Parchment and Olivet each had two runners in the top ten. Olivet’s Katy Barkley was second in 21:19, followed by Delton Kellogg’s Brianna Russell in 21:34 and Jolene Drum in 21:35. After Russell and Drum for Delton were Christi Boze 11th in 22:14, Sarah Rendon 32nd in 24:33, and Emilee Everett 36th in 25:08. Maple Valley’s pack was paced by Jessica Rushford, who was 19th in 23:01. The Lions’ Jenna Williams was 30th in 24:31, Pantera Rider 35th in 25:01, Megan Shoemaker 56th in 27:04, and Lynzie Trumble 62nd in 27:30. The Panthers returned to the Gilmore Car Museum Thursday, and both the boys’ and girls’ teams took championships at the Delton Kellogg Invitational they hosted. The Delton boys won with 34 points, ahead of Paw Paw 45, Union City 89, Comstock 89, Kelloggsville 124, and Fennville 133. Ketola led Delton in second place with a time of 17:42. Watson was fourth in 18:00, Bourdo tenth in 19:14, Hoffman 12th in 19:17, and Vickery 13th in 19:26. Hopkins’ Alex Holshoe took the day’s championship, with a time of 17:29. Russell won the girls’ race in 21:34, the first of three Delton girls to finish in the top six. Drum was fifth in 22:04 and Boze sixth in 22:22. Delton finished with 44 points, ahead of Hopkins 53, Paw Paw 54, Union City 116, Kelloggsville 129 and Fennville 133. The final two scorers for the Delton team were Rendon in 15th with a time of 23:50 and Everett in 20th with a time of 24:32. Trojan spikers still chasing after first O-K Gold victory Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity volleyball team fell to 0-3 in the O-K Gold Conference this season with a 3-0 loss at Wayland Thursday. The Trojans inched closer each game, but couldn’t catch the Wildcats falling by the scores of 25-18, 25-20, 26-24. “We lost, but we actually played great and I felt like we did a lot of good things,” said TK head coach Stacey Woodall. “We didn’t give up until the game was over.” They didn’t give up, but they did have a little let down. The Trojans led the third game 23-18, before the Wildcats rallied to close out the match. “We really blew it at the end by not finishing that game when we had the chance,” Woodall said. Erin Ellinger led the Trojans with nine kills, and also had eight digs. Katie Lark had a 17 assists, as well as 13 digs. Molly Lark, Ellinger, and Alyssa Weesie each had an ace for TK. Weesie also chipped in eight kills, and Hana Hunt five. Hunt and Shelby Tedrow both had three blocks. The Wildcats were led by Allison Getty and Molly Lameyer who had 11 kills each. Wayland setter Autumn Anderson had 27 assists. The Trojans will travel to Hastings for an O-K Gold Conference match Thursday. Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 6 3:30 pm 4:00 pm 4:30 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:30 pm 6:45 pm 7:00 pm TBA TBA 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 4:30 pm Kenowa Hills JV Inv. @ ? A Pennfield HS A TKHS A Wayland Union HS A TKHS H Forest Hills North/East. H TKHS H TKHS A Wayland Union HS A TKHS H FRIDAY, OCTOBER 1 7:00 pm Boys Varsity Football Homecoming TKHS H H SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2 TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA 10 am Boys Boys Girls Girls Girls Boys Varsity MS Varsity MS Varsity Varsity Cross Co. Cross Co. Cross Co. Cross Co. Swimming tennis Otsego Invite A Otsego Invite A Otsego Invite A Otsego Invite A Ottawa Hills Invitational A Conf. Tourn. @ TK Middvl A MONDAY, OCTOBER 4 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm 5:45 pm 7:15 pm Girls Girls Girls Girls Girls Girls Boys Boys 7th “B” 8th “B” Varsity JV 8th “A” 7th “A” JV Varsity Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Soccer Soccer Duncan Lake Middle H Duncan Lake Middle H Barry County Invite H BC Invite @ Maple Valley A Duncan Lake Middle H Dundcan Lake Middle H Sparta HS H Sparta HS H TUESDAY, OCTOBER 5 3:45 pm 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 5:00 pm Girls Boys Girls Girls JV MS MS Fresh. Golf Cross Co. Cross Co. Volleyball JV Conference @ HCC Hastings Jam Hastings Jam Allegan Fresh. Quad H H H A Boys Boys Girls Girls Boys Varsity JV 7th “B” 8th “B” Varsity Soccer Soccer Volleyball Volleyball Cross Co. 4:30 pm Girls Varsity Cross Co. 5:00 pm HYAA-7/8 games 5:30 pm Girls 8th “A” Volleyball 5:30 pm Girls 7th “A” Volleyball OK Gold Tournament OK Gold Tournament TKMS TKMS OK Gold Caledonia @ S.C. Sports Park OK Gold Caledonia @ S.C. Sports Park A A A A A TKMS TKMS A A Regionals @ Eagle Eye Regionals S. Christian HS S. Christian HS Ottawa Hills HS S. Christian HS S. Christian HS S. Christian HS A A H A A A H A A THURSDAY, OCTOBER 7 TBA TBA 4:30 pm 5:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:30 pm 7:00 pm Girls Boys Boys Girls Girls Girls Boys Girls Varsity Varsity Fresh. Fresh. Varsity JV JV Varsity Golf Tennis Football Volleyball Swimming Volleyball Football Volleyball Times and dates subject to change Senior Citizens Just Having Fun 9-3; Early Risers 9-3; Thanks to This Week’s Sponsor: 139 W. State St. • 945-4520 Good Luck Saxon Girls Golf at Regionals! HASTINGS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Contact Laura 948-0506 to Sponsor the Sports Schedule Tuesday Trio CB’s 12-4; Look Insurance 11-5; Classic Trio 11-5; Coleman Agency 11-5; Lakewood Trio 9.5-6.5; Hastings Bowl 7-9; Twisted Sisters 6-10; Trouble 5.5-10.5; Lu’s Team 412; Delton Pole 3-13 High Games: P. Ramey 222; S. McKee 204; R. Brummel 192. High Series: S. Vandenburg 553; D. James 514; M. Heath 498. Wednesday PM Four Pals 9-3; The River 9-3; Hair Care 66; Mill’s Landing 4-8; Eye & ENT 4-8. Good Games & Series - B. Smith 168-476; S. Beebe 173-500; E. Ulrich 179-479; B. Hathaway 166-464; Y. Cheeseman 190-503; A. Tasker 175-399; D. Huver 177; J. Shurlow 165-436; D. Seeber 196-540; N. Potter 149432; L. Elliston 170. 77549899 Golf Tennis Football Soccer Volleyball Swimming Volleyball Football Soccer Volleyball Caledonia’s varsity boys’ cross country team improved to 4-0 in the O-K Gold Conference with a 21-40 win over Catholic Central and a 15-50 victory over Hastings at Johnson Park Wednesday. In the dual between the Saxons and Cougars, Catholic Central scored an 18-42 win. The Scot team was led by Mason Przybysz, who finished in 17 minutes 50 seconds. Evan Zych was second for the Scots in 18:05, followed by Matthew Farhadi in 18:24, Joel Dennison in 18:29, and Kieran Wyma in 18:45. The only two runners in that pack from Catholic Central or Hastings were the Cougars’ Brad Perschbacher who finished in 18:08 and David Vanderzee who came in at 18:16. Hastings was led by Mitch Singleterry’s time of 18:50. He was the only Saxon to break the 20-minute mark. The Saxons had Taylor Klotz finish in 20:00, Jake Partridge in 20:14, Bruce Krouse in 21:12 and Mitch Brisboe in 22:13. Caledonia’s girls scored wins over the Cougars and Saxons. The Scots beat the Saxons 22-33, and the Cougars 23-34. Hannah Schroder led the Scots in 21:08, while Courtney Stauffer finished in 21:33, Lisa Schultz in 22:15, Emily Hazelbach in 22:58, and Nicole Rodriguez in 24:17. Both Hastings teams are now 1-2 in the OK Gold Conference. Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity cross country teams both pulled out wins over Wayland in O-K Gold Conference action at Johnson Park Wednesday. Both Trojan teams are now 1-2 in league duals. The Trojan boys defeated Wayland 26-29, Thursday Angels Miller Farm Repair 13-3; Cathy’s Cut & Curl 12-4; Hastings City Bank 10-6; Moores Apts. 9-7; Riverfront Fin. Ser. 9-7; Viking 75; Hastings Bowl 5-11; Rock-n-Bowlers 3-9. High Games & Series - A. Castelein 213; M. Gdula 225; J. Moore 153; D. Bartimus 175; R. Argo 135; M. Weiler 140; C. Cooper 191; C. Shellenbarger 161; T. Thomas 177; J. Grant 137; D. Curtis 155; W. Barker 149; J. Gasper 180; C. Hurless 149; N. Taylor 138; L. Kendall 172. SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE JV Varsity Fresh. JV Fresh. Varsity JV JV Varsity Varsity Saxons all fall in Gold, but girls place second at Bangor led by Dustin Brummell’s first-place time of 17 minutes 51 seconds. Carl Olsen was second for TK in 18:32. TK also had David Walter fourth in 19:16, Troy Dunkelberger ninth in 20:13, and Dominic Bierenga tenth in 20:29. The TK girls topped the Wildcats 20-39, led by the top three placers in the race. Allyson Winchester finished first, Casey Lawson second, and Shelbi Shepherd third. TK also had Grace Possett place sixth and Jessica Crawford seventh. The Saxons returned to action Saturday at the Bangor Invitational. Hastings’ girls were second in the Division 1 standings at the event, well behind firstplace Cadillac. The Vikings finished with 50 points, while the Saxons ended up with 112. Plainwell was third with 119 points, followed by Parchment 133, South Haven 158, Paw Paw 159, Hopkins 180, Allegan 200, Bangor 206, Berrien Springs 220, Hartford 226, Grand Rapids Union 265 and Buchanan 333. Cadillac had seven runners in the top 20 individually. Trista Straube led the Saxons with a fifthplace time of 20:33. Alaina Case was 17th in 21:15, Meg Travis 22nd in 21:58, Taylor Carter 30th in 22:49 and Haley Perkins 38th in 23:01. As big as the gap between the top two girls’ teams was, the gap between the top two individual girls matched it. Plainwell’s Makenzie Evers won in 18:40, while South Haven’s Grace Carver was second in 20:03. Cadillac also won the boys’ title with 69 points, followed by Bangor 83, Plainwell 90, Hartford 137, Allegan 138, Paw Paw 165, Parchment 167, South Haven 195, Bloomingdale 219, Constantine 232, Hastings 244, Buchanan 307, Grand Rapids Union 326 The Saxons’ Kayla Pohl and Jenny LaJoye race along at Johnson Park Wednesday, during their team’s O-K Gold Conference meet with Catholic Central and Caledonia. and Berrien Springs 384. Singleterry led the Saxons with his time of 17:35. Partridge was 41st in 19:06, Krouse 59th in 20:13, Brisboe 62nd in 20:17, and Marquell Giles 78th in 21:14. Parchment’s Stuart Crowell won the boys’ race in 16:38. Bowling Scores Thornapple Kellogg setter Molly Lark passes the ball against Wayland Thursday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Girls Boys Boys Boys Girls Girls Girls Boys Boys Girls The Hastings boys (left) and Thornapple Kellogg girls (right) take off at the sound of the gun Wednesday during the O-K Gold Conference races at Johnson Park. Usedtobe #1 8-4; Ward’s Friends 6-6; Kuempel 5-7; M&M’s 5-7; Butterfingers 5-7; King Pins 5-7; Three Gals & A Guy 4-8; Sun Risers 4-8. Women’s Good Games & Series - B. Benedict 159; D. Larsen 161; C. Stuart 171; L. Yoder 146; B. Maker 156-442. Men’s Good Games & Series - D. Murphy 138; C. Atkinson 193-482. Mixerettes Dean’s Dolls 8-4; Nashville Chiropractic 84; Kent Oil 7-5; James Process Service 7-5; Good Friends 7-5; Dewey’s Auto Body 7-5; NBT 4-8. Good Games & Series - M. Rodgers 167; K. Eberly 174; D. Snyder 204; T. Redman 143; D. Worm 155; T. Schaeffer 170-474; C. Hurless 163-400; N. Bechtel 149; V. Carr 184499; S. Nash 154-427; J. Alflen 181-507; L. Elliston 198-488; P. Fowler 178-470; K. Fowler 178-512; N. Potter 161; S. Dunham 176-455. Tuesday Night Mixed Barry County Red Cross 14-2; Boyce Milk Haulers 12-4; J-Bar Antique Tractors 11-5; Hastings City Bank 7-9; Hurless Machine Shop 2-14; Dirt Broke 2-14. Men’s High Games - G. Hause 203; M. Yost 198; D. Blakely 197; K. Beebe 194; C. Steeby 188; S. Hause 181. Men’s High Series - G. Hause 535; M. Yost 486; D. Blakely 471; K. Beebe 522; C Steeby 520; S. Hause 489. Women’s High Games - B. Wilkins 203; S. Henion 169; S. Beebe 160; B. Ramey 160; D. Ware 155; B. Norris 153. Women’s High Series - B. Wilkins 505; S. Henion 414; S. Beebe 458; B. Ramey 417; B. Smith 410; D. Service 406. Sunday Night Mixed Man Down 9.5; Sunday Snoozers 8; You’re Up & Sh*t 6.5; 9 N-A-Wiggle 6; Straight Liners 6; Sandbaggers 5.5; Whats Up 5.5; Rollin Olins 4.5; The Heath Gang 4; The Eastsiders 4; Rush Hour 2.5; Lane Masters 1. Women’s Good Games & Series - S. Vandenburg 211-620; M. Daniels 196-553; N. Shafer 213-538; A. Hubbell 211-522. Men’s Good Games & Series - W. Vandenburg 214-619; B. Bell 196-462; B. Kelley 187-457; M. Bassett 134-368; T. Heath 223; M. Pennington 202; S. Olin 199; B. Allen 197; J. Haner 196; J. Lesick 190. Friday Night Mixed B.C. Hillbillies 8; Strike Kings 8; 9 N-AWiggle 7; Matt’s Bunch 7; Heads Out 7; Ten Pins 7; Dum Schitz 6; Shut Up & Bowl 5; Spare Time 4; All But One 4; Spencer’s Towing 1. Women’s Good Games & Series - M. Sutherland 128-356; D. Talcott 127-305; B. Roush 210; N. Shafer 194; P. Ramey 188; A. Hall 179; B. Breitner 144. Men’s Good Games & Series - S. Sutherland 207-589; R. Guild 221-584; M. Pennington 210; R. Daman 199. Bring your film to J-Ad Graphics PRINT PLUS for quality film processing. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — Page 19 Lakewood anxiously awaiting a Saturday tourney by Brett Bremer Sports Editor It took Lakewood senior Anna Lynch a minute to remember the last time her team played a competitive match after Tuesday’s 30 win over Perry. Lakewood’s varsity volleyball team scored a 3-0 win over Corunna last week, and 3-0 victories over Portland and Charlotte the previous week. The last truly competitive match the Vikings played in was Sept. 11, in the finals of the East Kentwood Classic. The Vikings improved to 23-2 overall this season, and 3-0 in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division with their 25-9, 25-3, 25-4 victory over visiting Perry. The Vikings have two more league contests in the next week, at Lansing Catholic today then at home against Williamston Oct. 7. “We’re getting ready for Saturday, well a week from Saturday,” said Lakewood head coach Kellie Rowland, meaning the Cristi Curtis Memorial Invitational hosted by Byron Center Oct. 9. “That’s what we’re getting ready for. My attitude is if you’re always ready for the best, you don’t worry about the league. That’s awful to say. Williamston might give us a match. I don’t know.” A change in the league schedule, which means each team, faces the rest of its league opponents twice rather than once with a league tournament at the end, means that volleyball teams can participate in fewer Saturday invitationals. “At the end of practice, going against our team in practice is really making us better,” Lynch said Tuesday. “With how hard we play against each other, these nights aren’t as intense as our practices.” Lynch had nine kills and tied for the team lead with seven digs against the Ramblers. Lexie Spetoskey had seven digs as well, and 24 assists. Chelsea Lake led the Vikings in kills with ten. Kristin Hilley had 16 service points and five aces. Kalli Barrone had a team high two blocks. “What we try to do is run different things to mix it up, so when we do play the harder The Vikings’ Madison King hits a serve during Tuesday evening’s league dual with Perry at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) teams we have it down,” Lynch said. For the most part, Rowland was pleased with the way her team performed. “What I still want to see is even when the game is slow, we have to adapt our speed to the game. We had periods where we did that, but we still have to take charge on every kind of ball,” Rowland said. The Viking head coach was also impressed with the play of her bench. Everyone got into the contest for Lakewood. Lakewood actually gave up fewer points in the second and third games when the reserves saw more action. “Our bench came in and didn’t miss a beat,” said Rowland. Thursday against Corunna Lakewood won by the scores of 25-12, 25-7, 25-4. Lynch and Lake led the Vikings in kills as usual, but Rowland was happy to see both Barrone and Olivia Davis add three kills each as well. Rowland said that “helps to spread the court offensively because they all can attack the ball and can not be left free.” Lynch had 14 kills, and Lake seven. Lake also had a good defensive game with seven digs and eight blocks. She led the Vikings with 15 service points, including three aces. “The team seems to be improving with Chelsea healthy again,” Rowland said. “Once again all the girls seem to be playing their roles well.” Spetoskey finished with 25 assists as well as five digs and six blocks. Hilley and Lynch had six service points each. Lakewood’s Lexie Spetoskey (left) and Chelsea Lake block an attack by Perry’s Chelsea Curtis during game one of their teams’ CAAC-White dual at Lakewood High School Tuesday evening. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Delton knocks off No. 1 Marian Bloomfield Hills Marian was number one in Class A a week ago. Not anymore. Delton Kellogg’s varsity volleyball team knocked off the defending Class A state champs, ending a 75-match win streak by the Mustangs, with a 25-22, 10-25, 15-12 win in the Gold Division quarterfinals at the Portage Central Tournament Saturday. Of the 12 teams at the tournament, ten of them were ranked in the state, including Class A number one Marian and Class B number one Fruitport. Fruitport was the team that ended the Panthers’ day, topping them 25-19, 20-25, 15- 7 in the semifinals, before going on to win the tournament championship by knocking off Plainwell in the finals. Delton Kellogg was 3-3 on the day at Portage Central, falling to Rockford 25-18 and 25-20 and Lakeland 25-20, 25-18. The Panthers beat Hudsonville 27-25, 25-23 and Holland Christian 26-24, 16-25, 16-14. Adrianna Culbert led the Panthers on the day with 24 kills, 84 assists, 18 aces, and seven blocks. Alisha VanderWoude had 23 kills and seven blocks. Andrea Polley finished with 17 kills, Carly Boehm with 21 kills, 61 digs, 11 aces, and nine blocks, and Taylor Blacken with 64 digs and five aces. Delton Kellogg improved to 20-8 overall on the season with their day at Portage Central. They came into the match having improved to 4-0 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association with a 25-17, 25-23, 25-16 win over Galesburg-Augusta Wednesday. Boehm had nine kills and three blocks. Culbert had seven kills, two blocks, and 28 assists. VanderWoude had five blocks and two kills. Polley finished with four kills and six digs. Blacken had a team-high 24 digs. HHS girls inconsistent lately It’s been an up and down week for the Saxons. The Hastings varsity volleyball team went 2-1 at the Allegan Quad Tuesday, and placed second at the Kelloggsville Tournament Saturday. “We have played some good volleyball and not so good volleyball over the last seven days,” said Saxon head coach Gina McMahon. “We continue to be inconsistent with our level of play, intensity, aggressiveness and focus. This is pretty obvious with the scores.” The scores from Tuesday included a 25-16, 26-24 win over South Haven, and a 25-21, 13-25, 25-20 win over Parchment. The host Tigers topped the Saxons 25-11, 25-15. “We should have beaten every team at the Allegan quad,” McMahon said. “Our last game of the night against Allegan was bad. “We couldn’t do anything right, all the players played poorly and not smart. We got very sloppy and made silly mistakes.” That quad came after a day of solid volleyball at Kelloggsville. The Saxons were the runners-up to West Catholic, a team which beat them twice on the day. The Falcons took the championship game 25-22, 25-15, after defeating the Saxons in pool play 25-22, 2513. “Overall, the team did a good job on Saturday,” McMahon said. “They played hard, together, smart, aggressive. Honestly, I believe West Catholic was better than us. They had more players that could put the ball down, we don’t have that. Kayla is the only player that can put the ball down consistently. My other players keep the ball alive and in play. Hastings won every other match Saturday, topping Muskegon 25-8, 25-13, Lee 25-5, 2518, and then Saugatuck in the semifinals 2511, 25-14. Last Thursday was a rough evening for the Saxons, falling to Grand Rapids Catholic Central in O-K Gold Conference action 2516, 1 8-25, 25-22, 25-20. “We did not have a good match against GRCC,” McMahon said. “At times, we had some good plays, but we needed more than just ‘at times’.” The Saxons missed too many serves, struggled to put the ball down, and struggled in getting the ball to its setter. “When I look at the scores and see that the point difference wasn’t too bad, especially in two games, I can’t imagine how we would have done if we played to our potential,” McMahon said. “GRCC deserved to win that game based on how we performed. Again, too many mistakes. We were not learning from our mistakes.” Vogel led the Saxons with 15 kills against the Cougars. Veronica Hayden had 16 assists, Stephanie Warren nine blocks, and Morgan Stowe three aces and 14 digs. McMahon said she expects her team to bounce back because of its desire and its work ethic. The Saxons take on Thornapple Kellogg tonight in Hastings. CAAC-White has new leader A changing of the guard, at least for this season, is beginning in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division. Williamston’s boys and girls have dominated the league really since its inception, but Tuesday (Sept. 21) at Williamston the host Hornet boys’ team placed third behind Lansing Catholic and Perry. The Cougars and Ramblers were well ahead of the pack finishing with 36 and 43 points respectively. Williamston was third with 73 points, followed by Portland 112, Corunna 116 and Lakewood 137. Lansing Catholic and Perry both had three runners in the top ten, led by the Ramblers’ Justin Krauss who came in with a winning time of 17 minutes 8.6 seconds. Lakewood’s top finisher was Tucker Seese, who placed eighth in 18:31.8. The Vikings also had Adam Senters 28th overall in 20:42, Nolan Stoepker 36th in 21:17, J Patrick 41st in 21:29 and Travis Aldrich 42nd in 21:30. The Cougars were led by Austin Winter’s second-place time of 17:45. His teammate Zachary Zingsheim was fourth in 18:03, while the Cougars’ also had Jimmy Hicks sixth in 18:09. Behind Krauss for Perry, Jon Bell was third in 17:59, and Alex West seventh in 18:23. Williamston’s top runner was Greg Lutzke, placing fifth in 18:05. Williamston did continue to control the girls’ side of things, winning with 41 points. Perry finished with 71 points in second place, ahead of Lansing Catholic 71, Portland 78, Corunna 96 and Lakewood 167. The Viking girls’ were led by Cassie Thelen’s 23rd-place time of 23:34. Lakewood also had Carolina Martinez 31st in 24:02, Mycah Ridder 47th in 26:10, Maria Patrick 53rd in 27:13 and Kelly Hynes 58th in 27:55. Lansing Catholic’s Megan Heeder won the girls’ race in 19:41.9. Her teammate Emma Frost was fourth in 21:31, but the next Cougar didn’t come across the finish line until 20th. Williamston had four runners in the top ten, led by Hannah Grischke who was the runner-up in 20:35. Portland’s Victoria Sochor was third in 21:13. Lakewood returned to action at home Thursday, hosting its second Lakewood Invitational of the season. The Viking girls placed third, behind two teams of Panthers. Pennfield took the day’s title with 32 points, followed by DeWitt 64, Lakewood 89, Lansing Waverly 104, Holland Black River 104 and Hart 133. Pennfield’s top five runners were all in the top ten, led by Audri Bornamann’s third-place time of 22:07. Lansing Waverly’s Kelli Broessel was the champ, in 20:52, and Black River’s Nicole Zeinstra was second in 21:12. Martinez was the Vikings’ top runner, finishing seventh in 23:19. Thelen was 14th in 24:10, followed by Ranni Osborne 16th in 24:16, Ridder 23rd in 25:34 and Hynes 32nd in 26:19. DeWitt won the boys’ title with 59 points, ahead of Waverly 64, Pennfield 66, Holland Black River 70, Lakewood 104 and Hart 116. DeWitt’s Josh D’Haene edged Seese for the top spot. D’Haene came in at 18:01, and Seese at 18:07. Lakewood also had Senters 19th in 19:58, Stoepker 23rd in 20:29, Michael Kutch 29th in 20:56 and Patrick 31st in 21:10. by Brett Bremer To have a tournament, or not to have a tournament It’s amazing that there’s not a consensus as to what’s the best conference format for high school sports like soccer, volleyball, cross country, or even golf. Looking at just the five Barry County high schools, which are members of the Michigan High School Athletic Association, almost every combination is covered. Tennis seems to be the only consistent one. Teams play one dual against every team in the league, then there’s a conference tournament at the end of the season with seedings based on the results of the duals. Lakewood’s girls’ golf team plays a single nine-hole dual against each league foe, then an 18-hole conference tournament at the end of the year. In the O-K Gold Conference, Hastings and Thornapple Kellogg just had their 18-hole league tournament Monday at The Meadows, after seven, nine-hole league jamborees that included all eight league teams. The CAAC-White had three league cross country jamborees, all valued the same. The KVA has a handful of league jamborees, then a big conference meet at the end. In the OK Gold, teams run duals with each of the league’s teams then have a big conference meet at the end of the season. The KVA for a while now has had each team meet once in soccer, and then those results provide seeding for a conference tournament at the end of the regular season. In the CAAC-White, the league’s six teams play each other once and that’s it. Then there’s a CAAC Tournament, which brings in teams from the conferences four different divisions. The O-K Gold swapped this season from playing each team in the league twice to playing everyone once, then having a conference tournament at the end of the season. The O-K Gold boys’ soccer schedule isn’t the only local conference slate to change this fall. In the CAAC-White, the switch went the other way for volleyball. Lakewood’s girls take on each of the league’s teams in two matches, one home and one away, rather than facing off once and then having a league tournament at the end of the season. Which way is better all comes down to perspective. Hastings varsity boys’ soccer coach Ben Conklin said he isn’t that thrilled with meeting each team in the league only once. That was after a tough one-goal loss to Caledonia, with the Saxons thinking about how much they’d like another shot at the Scots. Sure, they could meet again in the league tournament, but it’s not guaranteed. That works out great for the Saxons and Scots, especially this year. But those are teams that will likely end up between third and sixth in the eight team conference. Let’s not forget that playing each team in the league twice also means everyone plays Ottawa Hills twice. How much are the South Christian boys, the top ranked team in the state in Division 3, gaining by playing the likes of Ottawa Hills and Wayland twice in a season? That’s the problem the Lakewood varsity volleyball team is facing. The Vikings haven’t dropped a game on their way to a 3-0 start in the CAAC-White season. It’ll be a major upset if the Vikings do lose a game in their ten conference matches this season. “This is why we’re worried,” said Lakewood head coach Kellie Rowland after her team’s lopsided win over Perry Tuesday. The Lakewood girls a couple of times had to remind themselves to pay attention to the court rather than the cheers of the LHS student section. The Perry girls didn’t seem thrilled in warm-ups to have ridden in a bus for over an hour to come get clobbered by one of the best Class B teams in the state. There were a couple times I was afraid Viking outside hitter Anna Lynch or middle Chelsea Lake was going to hurt somebody with one of their attacks, and it looked like the Perry girls knew that could happen too. In a couple of weeks the Vikings will get to take that same bus ride to do the same thing all over again. The bigger problem for the Vikings is that because they have four extra league dates on the schedule, they had to bail out of four other days of competition somewhere else. For Lakewood that means less dates with teams like Jenison, East Grand Rapids, Gull Lake, Grand Haven, or Fruitport. “I’ve even thought about running a scrimmage with Rockford or something. This layoff is killing us,” Rowland said. The Vikings are in a stretch of three Saturdays off in a row. And in between the weekends, they haven’t been challenged at all by a league or non-league foe. So what’s the right way to run a league? Beats me. Sounds like the same troubles that happen in classrooms now and then. Do we leave no one behind? Do we cater to the top one-percent? Or do you make it right for all the kids in the middle, while letting the head and the tail of the class fend for themselves? �Page 20 — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — The Hastings Banner TK comes to Hastings looking to hold Gold lead by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Grand Rapids Catholic Central scoring a big win over the Saxons isn’t going to take much of the luster off of Hastings’ Friday night homecoming contest against Thornapple Kellogg. Hastings is now 4-1 overall and still very much alive in the hunt for an O-K Gold Conference championship and a spot in the state play-offs. After this week, the Saxons take on the bottom three teams in the league standings, while the Trojans still have meetings ahead with Forest Hills Eastern and Caledonia. The Trojans are off to their first 5-0 start since 1997, and they’ve assured themselves of their first winning regular season since 2005. This will be the first time that the Trojans and Saxons both have as many as four wins in a season since 2001. When one team has been up in recent years, the other has been down. The Trojans won the first three meetings between the two teams, but Hastings has rattled off wins in each of the last four seasons. The Saxons and Trojans are the only area teams still in the hunt for conference championships, and Delton Kellogg and Lakewood would need to win out to get the six wins needed to guarantee themselves spots in the state play-offs. That won’t be easy for the Panthers or the Vikings. Delton faces a tough Olivet team this Friday night, on the road. After this week the Panthers must face the top three teams in the KVA, Constantine, Pennfield and Schoolcraft. Lakewood has the long trip to Perry this week, and is on the road for the final four games of the season. Maple Valley plays host to Kalamazoo Christian, a team still battling to earn a playoff spot. Here’s a round-up of last weekend’s local A Hackett ball carrier looks for room to run as the Delton Kellogg defense closes in during the first quarter Friday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Delton Kellogg’s Nick Brindley races around the right side during Friday’s KVA contest against Hackett Catholic Central. (Photo by Perry Hardin) gridiron action. G.R. Catholic Central 42, Hastings 22 Hastings moved the ball, but didn’t get the big plays its been accustomed to in its 42-22 loss to Grand Rapids Catholic Central at Forest Hills Central High School Friday. The Saxons suffered their first loss of the season, and are now tied with the Cougars, Forest Hills Eastern Hawks, and Caledonia Fighting Scots for second-place in the O-K Gold Conference. It was the Cougars who struck from long distance on Friday, getting touchdown runs of 40, 45 and 26 yards from back Bronson Hill, and a 37-yard touchdown pass from Miles Morrissey to Brendan Penny. Kevin Vicari added a pair of five-yard touchdown runs in the fourth quarter for the Cougars. The Saxons led 14-13 at the half, but Hill’s 40-yard TD run and a two-point run by Vicari accounted for the only points of the third quarter. The Cougars then came out in the fourth and rattled off 21 more points before the Saxons found the end zone again. Vicari’s two TD runs were followed by Hill’s 26-yard TD run. Hastings twice had the lead in the first half. Quarterback Sean McKeough put his team in front with a one-yard TD run to open the scoring. The Cougars answered that score with Hill’s 45-yard TD run, and took the lead at 76 thanks to Andre Cargill’s extra-point kick. Football Standings Thornapple Kellogg Hastings Delton Kellogg Lakewood Maple Valley O-K Gold Thornapple Kellogg G.R. Catholic Central Hastings Forest Hills Eastern Caledonia South Christian Ottawa Hills Wayland The Vikings’ Nathan Bryans (left) and Cody Lindemulder (right) smother Corunna running back Nevada Smith just past the line of scrimmage in the first quarter Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Eddie martin added the two-point run to put his team up 8-0. The Irish also got a one-yard TD run from Anthony Sentoro early in the second quarter, and a 29-yard TD run from Weston in the third. Delton’s lone score was a ten-yard pass from Jeff Bissett to Nick Brindley in the fourth quarter. The Irish offense was led by Weston, who rushed 26 times for 268 yards. Ri’Chard had 14 rushes for 69 yards, and also finshed the game 7-of-12 passing for 115 yards. Delton finished the night with just 139 yards of total offense, including 54 on the ground. Lakewood 20, Corunna 14 The answer was an easy one for Lakewood senior Cody Lindemulder. What’s better, winning the homecoming football game or being named homecoming king? “It’s got to be the football game. This is just a little extra,” said Lindemulder shaking his septer. “That’s what homecoming is built around, the football game.” Lakewood’s varsity football team won its homecoming contest on Unity Field Friday night 20-14 over Corunna thanks to a last minute touchdown run by quarterback Mackenzie Doane. “It was just head down, going hard, don’t stop,” Doane said of his five-yard TD plunge See FOOTBALL, page 22 overall (league) 5-0 (3-0) 4-1 (2-1) 4-1 (2-1) 3-2 (2-1) 2-3 (2-1) 2-3 (1-2) 1-4 (0-3) 1-4 (0-3) KVA overall (league) Constantine 5-0 (5-0) Pennfield 4-1 (4-1) Schoolcraft 4-1 (4-1) Olivet 3-2 (3-2) Kalamazoo Christian 3-2 (3-2) Delton Kellogg 2-3 (2-3) Parchment 2-3 (2-3) Hackett Catholic Central1-4 (1-4) Maple Valley 1-4 (1-4) Galesburg-Augusta 0-5 (0-5) CAAC-White Lansing Catholic Williamston Portland Lakewood Corunna Perry Lakewood defensive back Nick Briggs upends Corunna’s Phillipp Gibson in the third quarter of the Vikings’ 20-14 homecoming victory over the visiting Cavaliers Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 5-0 4-1 2-3 2-3 1-4 In the second quarter, the Saxons took the lead back on a one-yard TD run by Casey Shaeffer, and McKeough’s two-point pass to Jacob Comer. The Cougars closed out the half with Penny’s TD catch, but a missed extrapoint left the Saxons up one. Conrad VanderMel added his first touchdown of the season in the fourth quarter for the Saxons, on a two-yard run. Jacob Gray ran in the two-point try. Saxon fullback Alex Randall was held to just four yards per carry by the Cougar defense, but still gained 100 yards on 25 carries. Shaeffer added 17 carries for 92 yards, and Tate Miller busted off one 41-yard run on his lone carry of the game. The Saxons finished with 307 yards rushing to 257 for the Cougars. Hill led the way for the Cougars, with 20 carries for 221 yards. Morrissey completed seven of his eight pass attempts for 102 yards. Hackett Catholic Central 36, Delton Kellogg 6 Hackett Catholic Central scored its first win of the 2010 varsity football season, routing Delton Kellogg Friday in Delton 36-6. The Fighting Irish had four different players score touchdowns in the first half, building a 29-0 half-time lead. A couple of long plays capped the scoring in the half, a 64-yard touchdown run by Geovante Weston and a 50-yard touchdown pass from David Ri’Chard to Nick Thayer. Ri’Chard had a two-yard TD run of his own in the opening quarter, and teammate overall (league) 5-0 (3-0) 4-1 (2-1) 3-2 (2-1) 2-3 (1-2) 1-4 (1-2) 1-4 (0-3) Lakewood quarterback Mackenzie Doane is spun around by Corunna’s Phillipp Gibson after a big gain late in the first quarter Friday at Unity Field. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lakewood running back Jack Tromp is tripped up as he tries to run around the right side during the first quarter against Corunna Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — Page 21 Shipley Gold’s top individual, FHE wins team title Hastings’ Kylee Nemetz watches her tee shot fly on number 14 during Monday’s O-K Gold Conference Tournament at The Meadows on the campus of Grand Valley State University. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Monday was about having fun for Hastings. Now things get serious. There wasn’t much chance of the Saxon varsity girls’ golf team catching Forest Hills Eastern or South Christian at the 18-hole O-K Gold Championship Monday at the Meadows. Saxon head coach Bruce Krueger told his girls to go out and have fun. Hastings’ junior Gabrielle Shipley had enough fun, and played well enough, to finish as the conference’s top individual golfer with a nine-hole average on the season of 39. That put her 1.67 strokes per nine ahead of the number two girl in the league. She was one of three Saxons to earn allconference honors. Jessica Kloosterman joins her on the all-conference first team, and Dani Meredith was named all-conference honorable mention. “Jessica has done a nice job all year at number two,” said Krueger. “She had one bad round. That’s it. She’s been solid. We need people to step up.” The Saxons are off now until heading to Eagle Eye for their Division 3 Regional Tournament Oct. 7. “If we play smart golf. If we play like we’re capable of, we ought to qualify for state,” Krueger said Monday. “We will,” added Shipley. Shipley fired an 81 for the Saxons at The Meadows. Behind her for Hastings, Kloosterman added a 90, Kylee Nemetz a 95, and Hannah Hodges a 100. Krueger was especially impressed with Nemetz’s 95, saying that was a good score for the freshman’s first 18-hole tournament on a tough course. Forest Hills Eastern took the conference title, firing a 338. South Christian was second with a 353, followed by Hastings 366, Wayland 385, Thornapple Kellogg 424, Catholic Central 484, Caledonia 490, and Thornapple Kellogg’s Emmy Peacock chips her ball towards the number 13 green Monday during the O-K Gold Conference Tournament at The Meadows. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Ottawa Hills NTS. The Hawks had five all-conference performers, and all five finished in the top ten Monday. Soleil Singh led the way with a 78. Her teammate Jennifer Elsholz was second on the day with a 79. They were the only two girls ahead of Shipley. Forest Hills Eastern also got a 90 from Anne Parlmer, which put her in sixth place, and a ninth-place score of 91 from Jordan DuVall. South Christian had three all-conference first team honorees, and two in the top ten The Saxons’ Hannah Hodges hits a shot on the number 14 fairway Monday afternoon at The Meadows, during the O-K Gold Conference Tournament. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Monday. Morgan Leep shot an 82 for fourth place, and Montana Leep an 84 for fifth. Thornapple Kellogg’s Shannon Hamilton earned all-conference honorable mention with her score of 95 Monday. TK also got a 105 from Alex Banash, a 109 from Emmy Peacock, and a 115 from Whitney Lavire. Wednesday at Orchard Hills in Wayland, South Christian edged Forest Hills Eastern on a tie-breaker after both team’s top five golfers finished with 171s in the final league jamboree of the season. Hastings was third with a 184, followed by Wayland 192, Thornapple Kellogg 204, Catholic Central 216, Caledonia 231 and Ottawa Hills NTS. The Saxons got a 44 from Shipley, a 45 from Jessica Kloosterman, a 47 for Lindy Kloosterman, and a 48 from Nemetz. Hamilton led the Trojans with a 45 and Lavire shot a 48. TK also got a 54 from Peacock and a 57 from Sandra Gerou. A pair of 39s were the day’s low rounds, by Eastern’s Elsholz and South Christian’s Montana Leep. Valley wins shoot-out at Delton for first victory by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The celebration at midfield was nearly over by the time Maple Valley goalkeeper Otto VonSchwerdtner reached his Lion teammates. That didn’t stop him from lifting up teammate Cody Brumm and twirling him off the ground a couple of spins. Maple Valley scored its first victory of the season, 2-1 in a shoot-out Wednesday in Kalamazoo Valley Association action at Delton Kellogg. The two teams finished 80 minutes of regulation and two ten minute overtime sessions tied 1-1. Through the first five shooters, the shoot-out was tied 2-2. The Lions’ sixth shooter, Alan Mater, fired a perfect shot into the upper right corner. Delton Kellogg’s CJ Bromley followed that up with a shot that sailed over the net and the Lions’ big goalkeeper VonSchwerdtner. “We played shorthanded for 30 minutes that game total because of cards,” said Maple Valley head coach Josh Meersma. “The aggressiveness and intensity from our Monday night game carried over. The guys are really excited playing right now. They’re having fun playing right now. “They really deserve to win. They work extremely hard and we always have great games against Delton and this was a great, physical game for both sides.” Meersma said that his team does practice shoot-outs in practice, but never going as deep as six shooters. Delton Kellogg head coach Alan Mabie said his team practices penalty kicks sometimes as a warm-up, and sometimes as a five-on-five competition at the end of practice. “We’ll be doing that a little more,” Mabie said. Only five goals were scored by the 11 shooters in the shoot-out. Ethan Hicks and Dale White converted on their penalty kicks in the first group of five for the Lions, while Gabe Neujahr and Zach Young scored for Delton. Both keepers, Delton’s Ryan Hook and the Lions’ VonSchwerdtner had one save in the shoot-out while the rest of the shots flew wide of the goal. Kaya Chaffee put the Panthers up 1-0 in the fourth minute of play with his third goal of the season, off an assist from Brandon Robbins. “It was all brought up by passing,” Mabie said. “That got the goal, which is good, that’s something we’ve been stressing.” The Lions answered in the 13th minute with a goal by Michael Foley, off a corner kick by Cody Brumm. The teams were back and forth throughout the remainder of the first half. Maple Valley came out on a tear and controlled play in the second half, and even held much of the possession after Josh Burd was whistled for his second yellow card of the match. The Lions were down one player with Burd on the bench after the first yellow, and at one point were down two guys for a couple minutes in the second half. Playing shorthanded isn’t really anything new to the Maple Valley boys though. “Our fitness is very high,” Meersma said. “We have good practices and we keep the intensity high and the guys practice at a high net with four seconds left in the first half for Delton’s first goal. Trevor Curtice would score for the Panthers in the second half, while Colin Walters netted the Eagles’ final score. Lakewood girls finish league duals with just one defeat Lakewood’s varsity girls’ golf team closed out the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division duals with a 4-1 record by topping Williamston Tuesday. The Vikings topped the hornets 195 to 247. Olivia Barker set a new personal nine-hole best, firing a 42, to lead the Vikings. Orie Ramos added a 51, Tiffani Ackerson a 51, and Melissa Michalski a 51 too. “Olivia continues to play very smart, and is striking the ball well,” said Lakewood head coach Carl Kutch. The Vikings head to Hawk Hollow today to participate in the league tournament. Lansing Catholic, the top team in the state, leads the league heading into the final with a 6-0 dual mark. The Vikings defeated Perry at Glenbrier Golf Course Thursday afternoon 194-204. Ramos had the low round for Lakewood, a 44. Barker chipped in a 45, Ackerson a 50, and Michalski a 55. Celebrate the Panther defender Brian Wilder (left) tries to prevent Maple Valley’s Cody Brumm from closing on the Delton net Wednesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) S A XON SPIRIT with a HOMECOMING PRE-GAME TAILGATE PARTY FRIDAY, OCTOBER 1ST Delton Kellogg’s Zach Young (left) is bumped off the ball by Maple Valley’s Josh Burd late in the first half of Wednesday’s KVA contest in Delton. (Photo by Brett Bremer) rate. So then yeah, playing short-handed the fitness is continued up another level and you have to find another reservoir of strength to push you a little bit further.” The Lions are now 1-7-1 overall this season, after falling 3-0 to Pennfield Monday. Olivet scored a 5-2 win over the visiting Panthers Monday evening. Delton is now 0-10. The Eagles jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the first half, thanks in part to a pair of goals by Jake Mass in the first 12 and a half minutes. Ce’dric Huber and Nick Walter would add tallies for the Eagles before the Panthers got on the scoreboard. Zach Young fired the equivalent of a hail mary, a shot from 75 yards out, which didn’t hit the ground before hitting the back of the A tailgate party will be sponsored by the HEA (Hastings Education Association The Teachers of Hastings Area Schools). The tailgate party is for fans and friends from Hastings and Thornapple Kellogg with free grilled hot dogs, chips and a drink to anyone before the game with Thornapple Kellogg, starting at 5:30 p.m. inside Baum Stadium near the main entrance. The game will start at 7 p.m. SAXON SPIRIT ... let it show! 77550052 �Page 22 — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — The Hastings Banner HHS preps for the big game With This Friday’s varsity football game at Johnson Field in Hastings being the Saxons’ homecoming, and with both Thornapple Kellogg (5-0) and Hastings (4-1) off to their best starts in many years, Hastings athletic director Mike Goggins is expecting a recordbreaking crowd. To help accommodate both Middleville and Hastings fans, there will be several changes for Friday’s game. First, with the homecoming parade starting at 6 p.m., getting to the game early is a must. Parking will be tight, so it is suggested that spectators enter the high school parking lots from Market Street or Washington Street, rather than Young Street which will be open for handicapped and senior parking only. After the High School lots fill, side-street parking is the best option, and parking at the middle school is just a short walk to the field. The parade route is as follows: The parade leaves the east driveway of the high school and travels east, then north on Church Street, 77549914 then west on Clinton Street to Young Street where it finishes in front of Baum Stadium at Johnson Field. To accommodate the large crowd expected, the stadium will open at 5:30 p.m. Several more ticket booths will be set up near the main entrance on Young Street as well as at the field house on Clinton Street. Once in the Stadium, besides the usual home and away bleachers, spectators will be allowed to bring lawn chairs for sitting in designated areas on the track surrounding the field. Those areas will be marked for spectators’ convenience. Fans are asked bring their own lawn chairs, but no coolers. Youngsters are reminded to leave their footballs, bikes and skateboards home. There will also be a senior citizen and handicapped seating area near the home bleachers. A designated student section will be on both the home and visitor sides and students will be allowed in a standing room only sec- The Saxon Chest Painting Club and the HHS varsity sideline cheer team invite all Saxon fans to wear white to the Hastings versus Thornapple Kellogg varsity football game Friday night at Baum Stadium. They ask Hastings’ fans to support the Saxons in a White Out. The SCPC will attend in their Homecoming white “uniforms". tion on the track in front of the student bleachers. Game tickets can be purchased Thursday and Friday at either Thornapple Kellogg or Hastings High School athletic department offices during regular business hours. FOOTBALL, continued from page 20 with 34.4 seconds left on the clock. The two teams combined for nine turnovers each in the contest, five for the Vikes and four for the Cavaliers. The last one proved the fatal one for the visiting Cavaliers. Lakewood’s Nathan Bryans intercepted a Cody Mastrodonato pass with just under two minutes remaining and returned it to the Cavaliers’ 31-yard-line. After three plays, the Vikings had gained just one yard, and 49.3 seconds remained on the clock. Bryans trotted out for a 47-yard field goal try, but Doane took the snap and raced around the right side for a 20-yard gain to the Cavaliers’ ten-yard-line. After a pass interference call moved the ball to the five, Doane raced in for the winning score. “It was huge, a big win for our team. We really played together this game,” Doane said. “This gives us a lot of confidence going the rest of the way through the season.” Doane led the Viking offense with 30 rushes for 147 yards on the night and two touchdowns, and also completed four of ten pass attempts for 39 yards. Lindemulder though was the Vikings’ workhorse in the second half, and finished the night with nine carries for 87 yards and a score. “I really think that was a senior on a mission to win his homecoming game. He did a great job,” Lakewood head coach Jim Behrenwald said of Lindemulder’s secondhalf effort. The Vikings needed the late game heroics after a shaky first half. Lakewood had four lost fumbles in the first two quarters. Lakewood lost fumbles on two of its first five offensive snaps. The first set Corunna up for its opening score, a six-yard touchdown pass from Mastrodonato to Codie Naylor with 8:07 left in the opening quarter. The third Viking turnover was a fumble which Naylor grabbed and returned 54 yards for his team’s second TD with 5:48 left in the first half. Nicholas Howes added extra-point kicks after each of the Cavalier touchdowns. “Everybody was positive,” Lindemulder said. “We knew this was a game we had to win tonight. Everybody executed. Everyone stepped up. In the locker room at half time, we knew we weren’t going to lose. That was our mindset for the second half. Losing was not an option.” Lakewood trailed 14-8 at the break. Lakewood sliced into that lead thanks to a one-yard TD on a sneak by Doane with 32.2 seconds left in the first half. Doane also completed the two-point pass to Bryans. The Vikings’ first drive of the second half covered 50 yards in five plays, capped by a 23-yard touchdown run from Lindemulder, which tied the score at 14-14. “They showed great character,” Behrenwald said of his young men. “Character was our word of the week. We talked about stamina, showing up, stepping up, and speaking up.” Cory Keeler led the Vikings with nine tackles. Wes Cramer, Bryans, and Lindemulder had seven each, and Hayden Acker six. Cramer and David Risk had fumble recoveries, while Bryans and Zack Innes each had an interception for the Vikings. The Viking offense finished with 294 total yards, compared with the Cavaliers’ 164. Corunna didn’t have a single rusher with as many as 20 yards. David Martin led the way with four carries for 19 yards. Phillipp Gibson had three receptions for 70 yards in the game. Mastrodonato connected on six of 13 pass attempts for 91 yards, a touchdown and the two interceptions. Innes’ interception sealed the win with 11.8 seconds to go on Lakewood’s own 12yard-line. “They’re a great group of kids. The defense did great. Coach (Randall) Hager did a great job with the defense. The offense moved the ball well in the second half, coach (Doug) Callaway did a great job with the offense,” Behrenwald said. “They just showed tremendous character. I couldn’t be more proud of these young men, the whole team.” Schoolcraft 32, Maple Valley 6 Schoolcraft kept pace with Pennfield, right behind Constantine, at the top of the Kalamazoo Valley Association standings with a 32-6 win over the Maple Valley varsity football team Friday. The host Eagles scored a pair of touchdown in the first quarter, and another pair in the second to build a 26-0 lead at the half and moved the lead to 32-0 with a fifth TD in the third quarter. The Lions struggled to move the football all evening long, and managed just six first downs. More than a third of the Lions’ yards came on Garrett Reid’s 74-yard touchdown run with 5 minutes and 18 seconds left to play in the game. Maple Valley finished with 228 yards of total offense, with 191 of that coming on the ground. Reid’s scoring run was the longest of the day, but Schoolcraft had a bunch of big plays on its own on the way to 355 yards of total offense. Jacob Lenning threw a 26-yard touchdown pass to Bryan Jones in the opening quarter to give his team a 7-0 lead after Zack Decker’s kick, then capped the Eagles’ scoring with a 35-yard TD pass to Tyler Dow. In between those two touchdown passes, Schoolcraft got a 27-yard touchdown run from Bryan Jones, a 53-yard touchdown run from Evan Stoddard, and a 35-yard fumble return for a touchdown by Jacob Politowicz. The Lions fall to 1-4 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association with the loss, while Schoolcraft improves to 4-1. The Eagles are tied for second in the league with Pennfield, which scored a 22-0 win over Olivet Friday. Constantine improved to 5-0 in the league with a 36-0 win over Parchment. Reid finished the night Friday with six rushes for 97 yards to lead the Lion attack. Cody Leinhart added three rushes for 37 yards. Brad Laverty was 5-of-16 throwing the ball, and had passes picked off by the Eagles’ Benny Clark and Blake Krum. Lucas Nadrasik also had a fumble recovery for Schoolcraft. The Lion defense forced three turnovers of its own, with Laverty picking off a Lenning pass and Riley Fisher and Slade Mead recovering fumbles. Matt Woodman led the Maple Valley defense with 12 tackles. Michael Caldwell had nine and Andy Pierson six. Hunter Murphy, Jones, and Ryan Hunt had eight tackles each for Schoolcraft. Lenning was 4-of-7 throwing the ball for 93 yards. Stoddard was the workhorse for the Eagles, rushing 13 times for 97 yards. Jones had four rushes for 56 yards. Thornapple Kellogg 28, Wayland 7 The Thornapple Kellogg varsity football team built a 21-0 lead in the first half, and cruised to a 28-7 win over the host Wildcats in Wayland Friday. The Trojans got a number of big plays in the game, including a 60-yard touchdown run by Cody Ybema which opened the scoring. Nate Iveson was a perfect four of four on the night kicking extra-points for TK. Jacob Bultema had a big night for TK too. He caught 14-yard and 20-yard touchdown passes from quarterback Coley McKeough in the second quarter, the first of which was set up by a long punt return by Bultema. Bultema finished the game with 106 yards on two punt returns. McKeough scored on a three-yard run in the second half to finish off the touchdown scoring for the Trojans. He finished 6-of-11 passing the football on the night, for 66 yards. Ybema rushed for 130 yards on 11 carries to lead the Trojan offense. The Trojan defense was led by Tyler Karcher who had 12 tackles, and Cody Clouse with eight. Call 945-9554 any time to place your Hastings Banner classified ad! � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-10-07.pdf e53fbc2360202e63ad36832db8316d36 PDF Text Text Delton discovers it’s easier being green Hastings offers ‘acres of diamonds’ for developers Saxons in O-K Gold driver’s seat See Story on Page 7 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 18 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 40 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 County board rejects sheriff’s continued appeal to fund school liaison program NEWS BRIEFS by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Barry County Board of Commissioners, meeting as a ccommittee-ofthe-whole Tuesday, heard and rejected yet another appeal from Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf for funding for the school liaison officer post. A motion to fund the position at the 2010 rate of $58,671 from the delinquent tax fund and the balance of $51,153 from the diverted felons fund, failed 4-3 with commissioners Craig Stolsonburg, Jeff VanNortwick, Joe Lyons and Robert Houtman voting against the motion, while Mike Bremer, Howard Gibson, and Don Nevins voted in its favor. Commissioner Mike Callton was absent at the time of the vote. Leaf gave a presentation detailing the history and the responsibilities of the school liaison program in Barry County, which was founded in 1998 through a federal grant. “The way it started out is that the grant paid 90 percent, we paid 10 percent the first year, then it went to 80/20, 70/30, 60/40 then the last year, if we wanted to carry it on from there, we had to pay for it,” said Leaf. When it began, the program was focused primarily in the county’s middle and junior high schools. Over the years, the program expanded to include high schools and activities such as truancy, home visitations, class- 4-H open house planned tonight National 4-H week is being celebrated by the Barry County Michigan State University Extension 4-H Youth Program Oct. 3 to 9. To celebrate National 4-H week, the local 4-H advisory council is sponsoring an open house for children and adults interested in learning more about the Barry County 4-H program. The open house Thursday, Oct. 7, is from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Hastings at 315 W. Center St. Several 4-H clubs will have displays of projects and activities they participate in, and a presentation will begin at 7 p.m. The program offers more than 100 different project areas through which to learn, ranging from pets and livestock to rockets, food and nutrition, shooting sports, music, photography and all arts to a wide variety of projects in between. Tree sale and distribution is Oct. 8 and 9 The Barry Conservation District’s fall tree sale and distribution will be Friday, Oct. 8, from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 9 from 9 a.m. to noon at Historic Charlton Park. Most items have been pre-ordered, but residents may choose from in-stock spring-flowering bulbs and evergreens available at the sale. Tree planting supplies, wildlife books and locally made bird feeders also will be featured at the sale. District staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer tree-planting and maintenance questions. For more information, contact the Barry Conservation District office at 269-948-8056 ext. 3. Barry County CROP Walk steps off Sunday The Barry County CROP Walk is slated for 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 10, starting and ending at a new location this year – Grace Lutheran Church, 239 E. North St., Hastings. Registration on the day of the walk begins at 1:30 p.m. The designated route includes walking to downtown Hastings. A celebration time at the church will be held after the walk, around 3 p.m. Last year’s walk had 144 participants, and an anonymous donor has promised to chip in $1,000 extra for CROP if 170 walkers collect donations this year. If that goal isn’t reached, the anonymous donor will give a gift of $40 for every sponsored walker over last year’s total of 144. Interested people and churches are still invited to participate by calling 517/852-1821. Twenty-five percent of the CROP donations stay in Barry County to assist local food programs,” said Nolan Hudson, walk co-coordinator with his wife Joan. “The other 75 percent will provide disaster relief globally” through Church World Service (CWS), sponsor of the CROP Walk. PRICE 75¢ Thursday, October 7, 2010 Send in the crowns Seniors Patricia Garber and Alex Randall are crowned queen and king during halftime of the 2010 Hastings High School homecoming football game against Thornapple Kellogg Friday evening. For more photos, stories and contest results, see page 2. Athena Award goes to Carla Wilson-Neil by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The highlight of the Barry County Chamber of Commerce annual dinner Oct. 5 at the Middle Villa Inn was naming Carla Wilson-Neil, chief operating officer of Pennock Health Services, as recipient of the 2010 Athena Award. Chamber of Commerce President Valerie Byrnes praised both candidates for the 2010 award, Wilson-Neil and Katherine Sheldon, for representing the ideals of living authentically, learning constantly, advocating fiercely, acting courageously, fostering collaboration, building relationships, giving back to the community and celebrating life. Speaking in praise of Wilson-Neil were her sisters Traci Wales and Kristi Winick; Pennock employees Sheri Thrasher and Robyn Todd, who nominated her for the award; her daughter Misha Neil; and her retired pastor Michael Anton. Before the announcement of the Athena Award, more than 140 chamber members and friends enjoyed dinner and entertainment by Beth Lepak and Doug Acker. Acker also received a nomination for exemplary community service and a brick award for his company Progressive Graphics. Byrnes presented an overview of the chamber accomplishments and set goals for next year. Among those goals is the continued work with Barry County Economic Development Alliance which Byrnes also heads. She also stressed the continuing effort to make buying local a cost-effective choice for county residents. Five businesses were nominated for Exemplary Customer Service Award: Brian Appel Builders, Buckland Insurance Agency, Diamond Propane, Progressive Graphics and The Hanger. This award is given to the chamber member exemplifying the highest standards of customer service. The award went to Buckland Insurance Agency which has been serving the community since 1979. room presentations and instruction, meeting with parent/teacher groups, school staff for tutoring and mentoring, presentations on bully-proofing and the effects of alcohol, as well as the counseling of students. “Basically, we’ve taken an old DARE [Drug Abuse Resistance Education] program and modernized it through the school liaison program,” said Leaf. He said the liaison program has made a lot of referrals to local organizations such as the Family Independence Agency, Child Protective Services, department of public health, social services, mental health, and more. “We were a go-between, kind of like a little pitbull in between — get in areas they couldn’t get to,” said Leaf. “We did some school chaperoning. Every now and then, you would get kids coming to school that they were intoxicated. Put the school liaison in there and ‘lo and behold they quit doing that. It proved itself to be quite effective.” Leaf said he doesn’t want to lose what he called a web of communication between his department, the students, teachers, staff and administration at each of the county’s schools and the intermediate school districts. “The school liaison officers were basically See BOARD, page 3 Most local schools show decrease in student numbers When the official student count was taken Wednesday, Sept. 29, one local district reported a slight increase in enrollment, while the other four showed losses ranging from eight students to 126. Thornapple Kellogg Schools reported the lone gain, tabulating 3,000 students — just over the 2,996 total for the 2009-10 school year. Thornapple Kellogg Superintendent Gary Rider called the student count essentially flat. Maple Valley’s student count showed a loss of 126 students from the September 2009 count. This is in part due to the closing of the Kellogg School and the restructuring of the alternative education program, said Superintendent Ronna Steel. The change in the alternative ed program accounted for 48 of the students, she said. The numbers are down at each grade level with first grade and the Early Childhood Developmental Delay Program showing the largest drops, she added. “With the current economy, families are seeking employment elsewhere. Thus, many have moved,” said Steel.” Most schools in the state went into the 2010-11 school year expecting to do more with less, and Maple Valley’s staff is committed to leading the charge.” Delton Kellogg reported 1,571 students down 62 students from last fall. As of Monday, Oct. 4, the student count for Hastings Area Schools was 2,922, which includes 52 students in the reinstated alternative education program. The number is down 40 pupils from this time last year. Superintendent of Hastings Area Schools Rich Satterlee attributed the decline to the district eliminating one section of kindergarten this year. Satterlee said the Hastings Area Schools Board of Education based its 2010-11 budget on an estimated student count of 2,910. Enrollment at Lakewood schools showed 2,128, down eight from the spring count. School aid is based on the student enrollment, with 75 percent being distributed based on the fall count and the final 25 percent based on the spring count, which will be Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2011. Carla Wilson-Neil (left) is congratulated by Barry County Chamber of Commerce President Valerie Byrnes. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The Brick Award is given to a chamber member who has made a commitment to Barry County through a substantial capital investment. Nominated for a brick award were Audrey VanStrien from The Scoop Ice Cream See CHAMBER, page 14 Splash of fall color One of the most colorful spots around Hastings at this time of the fall season is at the Goles’ dental office on Woodlawn Avenue. The maples are ablaze with color in comparison to other nearby foliage. (Photo by Elaine Gilbert) �Page 2 — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Hastings High School celebrates homecoming week Hastings High School’s 2010 homecoming week celebration culminated with an estimated 4,300 fans watching a Saxon victory over the visiting Thornapple Kellogg Trojans during the football game Friday evening, followed by a semi-formal dance Saturday evening. During half-time at the football game seniors Patricia Garber and Alex Randall were named homecoming king and queen. Members of the homecoming court were Kelsey Devroy, Veronica Hayden, Tauri Schils, Kayla Vogel, Brian Baum, Steven Maurer Sean McKeough and Nick Peterson. Leading up to the weekend’s activities was a week-long spirit contest among graduating classes at the high school. The theme of this year’s homecoming week festivities was countries with freshmen assigned Italy, sophomores China, juniors Greece and seniors Egypt. Sophomores took first place in the hall decorating competition, followed by the juniors, seniors and freshmen. Using the same themes, the sophomores also won the floatbuilding contest, with the freshmen and juniors tied for second place and the seniors taking third. The classes also competed in dress-up days such as mustache day, formal day, decade The sophomores took first place in the float building contest with this entry featuring a China theme. The 2010 Hastings High School retirees ride in a hay wagon owned by the Redman family. The retirees were honored as the grand marshals of this year’s homecoming parade. The Hastings High School Varsity Cheerleaders march in the homecoming parade. The senior float features an Egypt theme. Homecoming court members Veronica Hayden and Kelsey Devroy take part in the homecoming parade. Members of the Hastings High School Chest Painting Club show their team spirit. Homecoming court members Brian Baum and Tauri Schils ride in the homecoming parade. The juniors depict a Trojan Horse for their Greece-themed float and tie for second place in the float-building contest. Aspiring Hastings High School cheerleaders from the Hastings Youth Athletic Association march in the homecoming parade. The freshmen Italy-themed float ties with the junior class entry in the float building contest. Homecoming court members Nick Peterson and Patricia Garber ride in the parade. Future Hastings High School Saxon football hopefuls from the Hastings Youth Athletic Association march in the homecoming parade. Homecoming court members Steven Maurer and Kayla Vogel ride along the parade route. David Coleman (left) of the Coleman Insurance Agency receives his prize from Hastings cheer coach Amy Hubbell for his businesses' victory in the homecoming decorating contest. (Photo by Brett Bremer) day, college day and blue and gold day. The seniors took first place in that competition, followed by the juniors, sophomores and freshmen. The senior class also took first place in the spirit games followed by sophomores, juniors and freshmen. The sophomore class was the overall spirit week competition winner followed by the seniors, juniors and freshmen. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — Page 3 BOARD, continued from page 1 the intelligence gathering for a lot of the stuff that is going on,” said Leaf. “Deputy Pierson had a child who he developed a relationship and trust with who told on his parents about having drugs inside their home and he went handled that. With all that on your mind, this wasn’t all just about the school liaison program. This is about keeping deputies on the road.” said Leaf who then showed a photograph of the dispatch office. “This is our, kind of a little thorn in my side when it comes to keeping officers on the road.” Leaf said that when the dispatch office was moved to its present location, he had to put a deputy in charge of the former dispatch office which serves as a control room for all the doors and security for the jail. Leaf said that when he took office, he took the full-time deputies out of the control room and put them back on patrol and filled the seats the control room with part-time employees, or cadets. “I asked the schools to help kick in some money, some extra money, because they were already paying in for the school liaison program. We asked them to kick in and up with what they were paying up to $15,000,” he said. “In return, those four deputies that I had to pull off the road, 24/7 ... we offered them one of those deputies and that allowed me to get three more of them out on the road and we could fund the cadets ... “That’s what funding the school liaison does. Not only does it help out our schools and law-enforcement end of that; but, it helps us keep those deputies and keep them out on the road,” said Leaf. “The bottom line is, with the school liaison, if we fund it, we get to keep the seven cadets, and one or two deputies get to keep their job, because there is a possibility, if we don’t get that funding, we’re going to have to lay off one or two deputies. And, depending on how the money falls, and what we can find, and with the union contract, the cadets have to go first. The part-timers have to go first, which means you have to pull deputies off the road, come back to where we were when Central Dispatch first moved out to where it is located right now.” “How much are the schools willing kick in on this, does anybody know?” asked Nevins. “I’m still working on that, Don,” said Leaf. “Right now they are willing to kick in $30,000. “$30,000 per school?” asked Nevins. “No, that’s the five school districts, plus the Barry Intermediate School District,” responded Leaf. “So, we’re working to see if they’d kick in a little bit more.” “Didn’t they kick in more last year?” asked Nevins. Leaf replied that some districts, like Maple Valley, lost more students than they accounted for in their budgeting for the 2010-11 school year. “ ... They budgeted losing 75 students and they lost 110,” said Leaf. “You’re talking about $7,200 a student.” “I was reading, on the Internet or someplace, that this county alone got $1.7 million ... recently in the last week over (Gov. Jennifer) Granholm’s budget,” said Nevins. “I just wish the schools would kick in just a little bit more if we’re going to be spending $160,000-plus for two deputies.” “We need $110,000 right now, and we are looking for other revenue sources constantly,” said Leaf. “I think we are going to have another $25,000 coming in from SWET.” Leaf said he had talked to Jeff Westra from the Office of Community Corrections and judges James Fisher and Gary Holman, and they had no problem with money from the diverted felons fund being used for the school liaison program. “It was disturbing when I saw the schools got that much more money and they can only come up with $30,000,” said Nevins, who added, “A couple of people in my neighborhood contacted me. Was it true you were on TV saying that you had to lay off six deputies?” “Not lay-off six, pull six off the road,” said Leaf. “There is a possibility we could lose two deputies without getting this funding; then the other ones are going to have to come off the road to sit the desk and push buttons to let people in and out of the jail and answer phones — that’s where that came from.” “I was just thinking that, to lay this on us, when it is obvious that this is a union problem ... Dar, if I were you, I would be talking to the union, not us,” said Lyons. “I still don’t see six road patrol deputies coming off if it’s pushing buttons and answering phones ...” “You got to man that 24/7,” said Leaf. “Plus, two are looking at being laid off here, if we don’t get that funding, so there’s two, plus four more coming off the road, sitting at the desk there pushing buttons ...” “As I was saying, this looks like a union problem to me,” repeated Lyons. “We are co-employers, and we all agreed to the contract,” said Leaf. “Okay, but they can open contracts, too,” said Lyons. “I’ve suggested that to this board before. Have you talked to them?” asked Leaf. “Another point,” said Lyons. “If we were to fund this year, what about next year? It isn’t going to be there next year.” “Why not do it this year and see where the ducks fall next year with the schools, too,” said Leaf. “Maybe they can come up with the extra funding. Maybe I can talk them into, ‘Hey, you got extra money at the end of the year ...’” Houtman said the new state budget would increase per-pupil funding by $154; plus and additional $46 per pupil in “base” districts. “So, when I did the math on this, I took the $154 per student base increase for 2010-11 year ... and took the 2010 population, recog- nizing that there may be a drop in some populations in 2011; but I also didn’t include the $46 ... Bottom line is, for the six school districts, including the ISD ... I see that they should receive and additional $1,736,658 for the new school year,” he said. “In addition to that, as other additional unspent funds from May of this year, the Charlton Park Board picked up the 2010 May school election. The cost of that school election was $38,705.84. Schools budget for elections. This was an election they didn’t have to pay for from their budget ... If you are looking at a program that costs $110,000 totally, this would represent about 6.2 percent of that total revenue that’s coming in from the state. So, I guess my point is that if the school systems believe in and value this program, they can in fact fund this program this year, from the revenues they have coming in.” Nevins said he would like to hear from some school administrators and the judges regarding funding for the program. “I see this as something that, as a board, our predecessors as well as ourselves have thought was important to our community,” said Bremer. “The schools didn’t come and say, ‘Can we have a school liaison program, will you fund it?’” Bremer noted that when the federal grant money was no longer available, it was the county’s decision to continue funding the program. “It’s not whether or not the schools each want to kick in another $5,000 because they think it is important; it’s whether or not we think it is important and whether we should continue a program we put in place,” he said. Nevins asked if the program would work with just one liaison officer instead of two. “My focus was is getting those guys away from that desk and back out on the road answering calls,” said Leaf. “And that has worked. We’re taking 60 percent of all the calls coming into dispatch, the law enforcement calls. That was my focus. That’s where I’m going with this; if we fund this with the schools here, we can pay that money and get those cadets funded and that gets those guys on the road. This isn’t just about a school liaison function; this is about getting three deputies back out there taking calls. Without that, puts us in a huge bind. Courts want their security, want their deputy there for court security in each of the courts. So, part of my constitutional duty is making sure my people are out and ready to handle calls for service.” VanNortwick also said the school districts may need to “step up to the plate,” but asked if Leaf had looked at staffing the program in a different manner. “Have you looked other ways to do a school liaison program — using retired policemen, clergy, and other elements that are not going to be so costly, so the schools could get a good bounce for their dollar? ... Have we looked at trying to repackage this in any way that could extend that type of community service?” asked VanNortwick. “I do believe it is a quality program ... I’m not going to sit here and dispute that at all ... but we see Boy Scouts out there volunteering, we see 4-H volunteering ... I just wonder ... Have the superintendents and you sat down and said, ‘How can we repackage this?’ Have you put the call out to the ... retired policemen to say come on in and give us some of your life experiences and help us with this program because ... it is of great value to the community?” “Not with this program,” said Leaf. “We tried doing that with the court officer. If you guys remember, the union filed a grievance on that; I thought for sure we could have won that grievance but you guys chose to side with the union on it ... that really hurt. But, as I said, as far as the school liaison, we haven’t done it that way; we were looking for someone who was certified, who had arresting authority, someone who the other counties would be willing to swear in, too, and give them arresting authorities in their counties ...” Referencing some comments made earlier in the discussion by Lyons, VanNortwick said, “This is Year 1 of a downturn for several years. I think that if we are really going to reinvent our ourselves, we should be moving on it and see if we can’t do something, instead of setting here, trying to come up with funding that is going to be so ... tenuous in the coming years ... I think the schools need to step up to the plate. There are retired teachers out there, there are retired policemen out there, there are retired clergy, there are a number of people we could tap in this community that would step up to the plate ... given the right direction.” “This isn’t about the school liaison. This is about the other guys, getting them back out on the road,” said Leaf. “Dar, I understand that,” said VanNortwick. “But the request is for school liaison funding, that is what I am looking at. The rest of it, I think that you, as sheriff, you have to step up and look at some of those other details; but, we are looking at school liaison.” “That’s how we worked them out was through that,” said Leaf. Nevins asked if the city of Hastings was still providing a liaison officer to the schools. Leaf replied that the city was not. “The city police are down three officers right now,” he said. “The city cut their school liaison officer?” asked Nevins. Leaf said the city had eliminated the position a little more than year ago. “Within in a year, we’re getting information about drug dealing going on at the middle school,” he added. “Because of probably budget cuts and the city wasn’t going to finance it and the school wasn’t going to contribute money ...” said Lyons. Leaf said neither the city or Hastings Area Schools could afford to extend the program. “Yes, this is quality program, but just as everything else we are looking at is a quality program,’ said Stolsonburg. “... We have to make tough decisions about cutting a lot of quality programs right now. I have an issue with funding an ongoing expense with limited resources ...” Houtman said next year the county would be looking at $1.6 million in budget cuts “because we have already taken, or have advised, we haven’t passed it yet, taking about $750,000, $690,000 or whatever the number winds up being, a piece of this could be there too, out of the delinquent revolving tax fund. That means we just extend ourselves out here that much farther before we drop off. So, if we are going to begin preparing for reducing programs ... you need to start now. “I’ll be honest with you, Dar,” said Houtman. “Next year, I don’t see a way around it. We’re not going to be tapping on your door to talk about marine and to talk about road; and to tap on other doors of that first tier of services because we’re just not going to have the money. And, we see right now, $1.6 million to deal with; this is just going to add to that ...” “You’re looking at $110,000 to keep funding a mandated three deputies, to keep them on the road,” said Leaf. “Dar, that’s the way you chose to wind up funding those folks, that’s not our issue,” said Houtman, who added that if the schools valued the program they would find additional funding to extend it. VanNortwick asked if the school liaison officer needed to be a union member. “Well, now it has to be because you have a precedent set,” said Leaf. Before the vote was taken, Lyons said it would be difficult to tell county employees who are facing job cuts that the county was funding the school liaison program while they were facing unemployment. “There are people in the building who are losing their jobs and this is their livelihood,” said Lyons. “... We’ve got to start someplace; it is unfortunate that it is the liaison. But, this has got to stop. It is a wake-up call ... to all of us, that a lot of these social programs are fine, but we can’t afford it. Why did the city choose not to fund the DARE program? Because they can’t afford it. Everybody is cutting. I can’t see the employees in this building, or in the county, being overlooked by this program. If these people are going to lose their jobs, how do you explain this to them? We chose to fund this, or we chose to fund economic development, it’s not right, folks.” In other business, the committee: • Heard a presentation by Don Lehman from Michigan State University Extension (MSUE) on the proposed budget for 2011 based on a 24 percent reduction from the 2010 level of funding received from the county. Lehman said the cuts were made in three areas: payroll, contractual services and operating expenses. The revised budget decreased the office manager and secretary from full to three-quarter time positions with a corresponding reduction in benefits. The agriculture educator position would also be eliminated. The loss of the local agriculture educator means the MSUE agricultural support will still be available but it will be provided by staff in surrounding counties. The committee approved a motion recommending the board approve the MSUE’s 2011 budget along at its next regular meeting. • Received information and discussed 2011 capital expenditure requests. The information was compiled by County Administrator Michael Brown in response to a request from VanNortwick. Brown said the spreadsheet for requested capital expenditures, which totaled $313,375 and recommended capital expenditures, which totaled $254,675 for 2011 was considerably shorter than in past years. “ ...The lists totaled four and sometimes five pages were down to a page and half, and I think that is kind of an indication of the feeling of economics related to the departments,” he said. “They recognize that funds are tight and are only asking for those things that are necessary or important to them.” Brown said he felt the funds for capital expenditures, which come from unused salaries for unfilled positions due to retirements, lay-off and employees receiving worker’s compensation were being used judiciously. Houtman asked if it was reasonable to expect the county to have less carry over in future years if the county departments tighten their budgets. “I think we have to plan that way, absolutely,” said Brown. “We’ve been fortunate. But, as we start to tighten down budgets ... we will try very hard to avoid the, ‘use it or lose it,’ philosophy that exists in Lansing. But, as we tighten budgets down, that means the departments will have to squeeze that turnip themselves that much harder, and I would anticipate we would see a shrinking of surplus revenue.” The capital expenditures request for 2011 will be included in the 2011 budget hearing slated for 9 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12, meeting of the board. • Unanimously approved a motion to seek bids to replace a roof-top heating and cooling system at the Barry County Jail, which services an approximately 45-bed area of the facility, that is expected to fail soon. Replacement cost is anticipated to be approximately $150,000 based an a previous esti- mate. • Approved a request from Westra to recommend the board select Option A for the fiscal year 2010-11 Michigan Department of Corrections County Jail Reimbursement Program and authorize the county clerk to complete and submit the necessary forms. The Barry County Jail currently is mandated by the state to be reimbursed according to Option B; however, Westra said that Option A could net the county approximately $5,000 per year. The motion was approved unanimously. • Interviewed two candidates for a seat on the department of human services board: Lori West and Dave McIntyre. After the interviews, the commissioners unanimously approved a motion to recommend the board appoint McIntyre to the post, which is being vacated by Shirley Rugg who did not wish to seek re-appointment when her three-year term expires Oct. 31 • Approved motions recommending the board approve the applications of Scott and Debra McKeown and Eralia Nye, which will allow both the McKeowns and Nye to enter into contracts with the State of Michigan for farmland preservation. MBA program may be offered locally KCC president talks about opportunity in tough times Kellogg Community College President speaks to Hastings Rotary members Oct. 4 by David DeDecker Staff Writer Dr. Dennis Bona, president of Kellogg Community College, was a guest speaker for the Hastings Rotary Club Monday, Oct. 4. Bona spoke of the challenges and opportunities of being the president of a growing community college in Michigan, and operating in a challenging economic climate. Bona started his career at KCC in 1981 and has had many roles at the Battle Creek-based school, including instructional manager industrial welding; director of trades and technology; director of the regional manufacturing and technology center; and dean of career and occupational education. He also serves as a consultant for Western Michigan University and Michigan State University. Bona earned an associate’s degree in arts and sciences, welding technology, and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in trade technology from Ferris State University. He continued his education, receiving a master’s degree and Ph.D. from Western Michigan University. “It’s a long road from welding instructor to president of a college,” remarked Bona. He told Rotary members that KCC has an average of 16,000 students enrolled each year. This year, enrollment is up about 30 percent, with an additional 2,000 to 3,000 students attending. That number includes the main campus in Battle Creek, as well as campuses in Coldwater, Albion and the Hastings Fehsenfeld Center. “Unfortunately, it not all for great reasons,” said Bona, “It’s no mystery that when the economy goes bad, and people are not working, those people often qualify for funds that allow them to come back to school. So our enrollment goes up.” But it’s good news, according to Bona, because in the long run, people further their education, improve their future and move the economy forward. But even with increasing enrollment, KCC has decreasing revenues. According to Bona, the college is working with figures equivalent to 1998 dollars, where state funding is concerned. Local tax base dollars also have decreased, with real estate values bottoming out. Compounding the challenges to KCC are some staffing issues. The State of Michigan offered retirement incentives to educators, and KCC simultaneously offered an incentive package to retire. In the process, KCC has lost a large number of instructors. So, the college is scrambling to get instructors in place to cover the increased enrollment. According to Bona, KCC is working this year to expand a relationship with Western Michigan University. “We are starting a dual-enrollment program with the WMU School of Aviation and School of Engineering in which students start at both colleges at the same time and participate in a combination of classes from both colleges. This keeps college costs more affordable,” says Bona. KCC is also working with Michigan State University on a new joint program, concentrating on food service sciences, starting in fall 2011. Bona explained that Battle Creek has a rich history in food services and the program makes sense. Food safety issues are a national concern and have been in the news frequently. By using a concept called simulation technology, KCC is also able to add 40 new allied health care spots. Nursing students can work with mannequins that simulate various medical conditions. By using the simulation lab, nursing students can spend less time in actual clinical settings. This allows more students to participate in the nursing program. KCC sends its nursing students to clinical settings in a 40-mile radius, including Pennock Hospital, and they have maximized student placement in all locations. The college could not enroll any additional students without adding the simulation technology. The simulation lab was funded through grants and generous donations. The nursing program at KCC traditionally has 120 seats for more than 800 applicants. Students on the waiting list typically wait two to three years for admission. But the 40 new seats are competitive admission seats, which Bona said is good news for high school students wanting to pursue nursing. Previously, it was impossible for students to move directly from high school graduation to a KCC allied health program. “Now if you are a good high school student, with a good GPA, you do really well, and apply early, there is a good chance of taking one of the 40 new spots right out of high school — which is good news for the program.” Bona closed his talk by saying that the KCC Fehsenfeld Center in Hastings has been a big success for years. “We have big plans for the Fehsenfeld Center. We are beginning to talk with major universities about expanding the Hastings campus and bring a MBA program here to Hastings. In partnership with a university, we would attract people from Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Lansing, and Battle Creek. I am very excited about the opportunity and will keep you informed as plans move forward,” said Bona. �Page 4 — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV County board ballot is slim pickin’s To the editor: I would imagine that every registered voter in the city of Hastings over 60, like me, has already exercised the privilege of voting by absentee ballot. Those who forgot to apply for the automatic mailing of a ballot can still vote down at city hall at their convenience, and as a last resort could still vote the old-fashioned way at the school Nov. 2. Even those confined to their homes have probably arranged for the city to deliver a ballot. We live in a city that still supports the democratic process. We can only pity the other seven Barry County districts that have lost the right to choose a county commissioner. By not participating in the democratic process, they have given up that right to the “good ol’ boys network.” At least two of those districts will be represented by new “anointed” commissioners who are not even participating as citizens during the vital budget process. It makes me wonder if the next batch of commissioners will be able to attract a quorum to conduct meetings. The current batch of commissioners have reduced the compensation of commissioners to a point where it is no longer even attractive to show up and where seven districts have been unable to attract even one citizen to run for the office in opposition to the good ol’ boys. It certainly makes me wonder about the quality of future county board members. By eliminating the standing committees and the oversight that they provided, the “committee to put us in the hole” saved the county $23,000 a year. That will help to balance the decision to trade in the $500,000 park across from my house to my more alert city council members for the old, worn out $150,000 library building. It will take about six years to catch up at this rate, providing that that the committee of the whole doesn’t divert more money from “non-mandated” services into fixing up the old, abandoned building. As proof that the current commissioners have only disdain for the democratic process, they don’t care how you vote on the airport millage. They are budgeting to use your surplus tax money to spend out there, regardless of how you vote. They can’t see their way to fully fund natural resource conservation, youth development, community and economic development, higher education, Cooperative Extension resources, etc., which are “mandated” by the citizens, but not by the state. Instead, they want a bigger airport and more money for incarceration, etc. and are willing to spend money from their slush funds to pay for these things. I’m proud of the people of the city of Hastings for supporting the democratic process. We still have the opportunity to vote for courageous citizens who are willing to challenge the status quo. Tom Wilkinson, Hastings Vote or don’t complain To the editor: I just want to remind people that our problems are because of the last president’s administration and that the problems did not happen overnight. So obviously it cannot be fixed overnight. Of course, AIG, Bank of America and several other financial institutions did not help, either. So whether you are Republican, Democrat, Tea Party - or whatever - vote. If you don’t, you have no right to complain. You want change? Vote. Maybe if all our voted positions had office limitations, we would not have the “good old boys” clubs. We need new blood in all elected positions every eight years. Also they should be able to be in office only once – no out for a few years then back in. This goes for local, county, state and federal positions. Vote. Deb James, Hastings Millage would improve growing economic zone To the editor: The Nov. 2 ballot offers a millage proposal that will ask the electorate to approve a nominal investment in the Hastings/Barry County Airport of $5 per average household. Should the millage pass, the money currently spent on the airport could be used in other areas. This investment is timely in that the airport is growing, and for it to continue to grow, it needs (among other things) to build additional hangers that create revenue. This and other revenue will allow the millage to expire with no further investment from the taxpayers. The Hastings/Barry County Airport has evolved into a dynamic economic zone. An aircraft manufacturing facility, about to open on the airport grounds, will employ 10 to 12 people immediately, with more to follow. Other companies are exploring possibilities at the airport, as well. With a strong financial position finally assured, the airport can respond to new opportunities and continue to benefit the community. Visit the airport and see for yourself what an outstanding representative it is for the area. Please vote ‘yes’ on the millage. Roy Martin, Middleville Hastings offers ‘acres of diamonds’ for ambitious developers “You have acres of diamonds, but you members of the committee were praised must get off your haunches to harvest for their efforts to raise money to purthem,” members of the Hastings Area chase a new nativity scene to be placed on Chamber of Commerce were told at their the courthouse property. annual meeting by R. J. “Denny” Schill, Over the years, local chambers have executive vice president of the Ellwood taken on the challenge to make strong City, Pa., Chamber of Commerce back in communities all over Michigan. 1954. The Barry Area Chamber of Commerce Schill, speaking at the annual dinner held its annual dinner Tuesday evening at meeting of the local organization, the Middle Villa Inn, attracting more than declared that Hastings’ advantages for 140 members and friends to the event. industrial development were many — but The highlight of the evening was the that diversification doesn’t come easily. announcement of this year’s Athena Much of what Schill told chamber Award winner along with other chamber members more than 40 years ago still awards. This year’s nominees for the secholds true today. If Barry County wants to ond annual Barry County Athena Award continue to grow and prosper, then busiwere Carla Wilson-Neil and Katherine ness and industrial development must be Sheldon. The awards are given each year promoted throughout the county. to outstanding business and professional At the time, Hastings business and leaders for excellence in their chosen industry leaders had just finished an fields. This year’s Athena Award went to intense look at their town with the help of Neil for her career journey at Pennock outside experts to assess their community Hospital and for her efforts in community assets. As part of the study, local busiservice. nessmen found that Hastings had plenty The chamber also recognized nominees reasons to be proud. Experts from around for Exemplary Service and the annual the state acknowledged Hastings for the Brick Award. The Chamber presented two R. J. “Denny” Schill, executive vice brick awards this year from a group of six Tyden Industrial Park, adequate power, telephone, water and sewer facilities, plus president of the Ellwood City, Pa., nominees. The first went to Seasonal a local airport. They indicated the central Chamber of Commerce spoke at the Grille owner Justin Straube for his renobusiness district might be “paying the Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce vation of an old downtown building to penalty of its proximity to larger cities.” annual meeting in 1954. house the new restaurant. The second But the experts also reported that “a lot of went to Dave Vaughan and The Barry people live in Hastings because they like to live here, and are will- County Telephone for its $1.5 million infrastructure investment ing to drive long distances to work.” At the time, nearly 20 percent bringing Internet service to more homes in the county. The of the people who lived in the county worked locally, the rest Exemplary Service award went to Buckland Insurance Agency, worked in the larger cities around them. from a group of five nominees. A newspaper account of the event noted that Schill had been a Whether it’s 1954 or 2010, the role of the chamber hasn’t force of the Ellwood City Chamber of Commerce using his exam- changed much throughout the years. The commitment to make ples of how they enticed industrial growth when, at the time, the Hastings one of the 100 best towns in the country has paid off over area was threatened with economic recession. the years. In fact, in 1969 Hastings Chamber leaders declared that Schill was an old friend of Thomas Johnson, former manager of every store on the main business district was occupied, expressing the E.W. Bliss Company and later president of the local chamber. how important it was to create a healthy situation for all conSchill told Hastings business leaders that Ellwood had been threat- cerned. They said, “Empty store fronts don’t attract customers, and ened by the announcement that the community’s largest employer satisfied customers are what is needed to keep any Main Street in would be moving. So the town got together to develop a master high gear.” plan for the community that included flexible zoning and financKeeping our community strong in the coming years will require ing to construct buildings for business and industry. our complete attention by developing the business district while They also developed a local stamp plan, much like our cham- maintaining and attracting new industry. For any economy to grow ber’s Barry Bucks program, in which merchants issued stamps that and prosper, jobs usually determine any positive outcomes. Many customers could redeem at any one of the 78 participating stores. of our elected officials talk about the importance of jobs, yet they In addition, the local stores offered several prizes each month to regulate and legislate as though jobs would be nice as long as they help support local business. can work within legislative guidelines. Ellwood’s industrial ambassadors and local financing helped Communities throughout the state are mining for diamonds. We attract new industries offering special incentives to bring new jobs must continue to pursue the acres of diamonds locally while conto the area. In seven years, the city added 30 new firms and man- tinuing to promote everything we need to maintain a strong comaged to keep the largest employer from moving away. munity. “You have acres of diamonds,” he said . “You just need to turn your attention to promoting your town and all it has to offer.” Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics As part of the Hastings chamber’s annual dinner that year, Chamber ‘After Hours’ returns Oct. 14 Barry County Chamber of Commerce members and guests will be at Firstbank, 1500 W. M-43 Highway in Hastings Thursday, Oct. 14, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. for the October business after hours event. The start time of 5 p.m. is a half hour later than usual. In addition, new items are in store. Three companies will be randomly selected to Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. promote their businesses while having the attention of the estimated crowd of more than 50 guests. Speed networking also will be offered for those who wish to participate. To reward those who arrive early, the first 15 guests will receive goodie bags from Firstbank, and one lucky winner will receive $25 in Barry Bucks, Have you taken in ArtPrize? ArtPrize has returned for the second year to Grand Rapids, bringing many people to its downtown. Have you visited ArtPrize this year? which are redeemable at over 130 locations. Members of the Barry County Chamber of Commerce and their employees receive free admission to all after-hours events; a $10 fee is charged for future members. RSVP Andre Wiegand at 269-945-2454 or e-mail: andre@mibarry.com to attend. The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Janice Stone, Plainwell: “No, I did not attend yet.” Cal Lamoreaux, Middleville: “We have visited ArtPrize twice this year. We just spent six hours touring the exhibits, and we still haven’t seen everything.” Mary Conklin, Hastings: “No. I would like to, I have been to Meijer Gardens.” Mark Potter, Hastings: “No, we don’t go downtown much, and we’re really not ‘art people.’” Aimee Ellinger, Middleville: “I visited ArtPrize with Thornapple Kellogg High School’s art club. It was really good, and we got to see a lot of great art.” Robert Erickson, Hastings: “No, I’ve heard of it but I really don’t know much about it. Too busy to go to Grand Rapids and look around.” Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — Page 5 Tim Kelly named Commercial Bank president by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Tim Kelly has been named president of the Commercial Bank branches in Hastings and Lake Odessa. The two were offices of the former MainStreet Savings Bank, which the FDIC took over July 16 before the two branches became part of Commercial Bank, based in Alma. An open house to welcome Kelly will be hosted at the Hastings location Friday, Oct. 22, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kelly has a long career in community banking and said he really enjoys working within the community. His most recent position was at Chemical Bank in Hastings. “I was not looking for another position, but the opportunity to become a ‘community bank president’ was one I could not ignore,” said Kelly. In 1989, he was employed by the former State Bank of Caledonia. In 1997 he worked with Huntington Bank for a short time. Then he served with the National Bank of Hastings, which became Sandridge Bank and then at Chemical Bank until being named community bank president for Commercial Bank. Kelly said that Commercial Bank, which has been around since 1893, is the 14th Tim Kelly strongest bank in the country for its size. He said he has been very busy preparing IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Hastings airport is like a home To the editor: Like most kids, I had a home growing up. Unlike most kids, my home was not the same as my house. My house was a place to sleep and store my toys. My home was a place where I would spend hours after school listening to an older generation discuss the troubles of the world. My home was where I found many of my friends. My home was where I had my first job. My home was where I learned to do something very few people get to do. My home was the Hastings airport. As a kid, I would go with my dad to the airport so he could chat with his friends. While there, I watched people build their own airplanes while others learned to fly. I made more friends among the pilots than I did among my schoolmates. When I was old enough, I finally got to start flight training. In a little over a year, I was a licensed pilot at the age of 17. Around the same time, the airport offered me another opportunity, my first job. I worked for the management fueling and moving the flight school aircraft. I saw many types of people go through the busy little airport. I came to know the regular students, watching and sometimes helping them through their training until they eventually became licensed pilots themselves. I saw many businessmen using the airport as a fuel stop, to conduct business, visit family, and sometimes just as a vacation. With all this exposure to aviation, it is not hard to believe that I am now in Arizona studying aerospace engineering at EmbryRiddle Aeronautical University. I’ve seen the Hastings airport cultivate new pilots and bring in new business. It led me into a career in aviation, and I believe that it will continue to inspire people to follow their dreams of flight. This is why I support the airport millage for helping the airport grow and become more self-sufficient. Kacy Anderson, Prescott Valley, Ariz. Board made best choice in Charlton Park director To the editor: Thank you Mr. Shellenbarger for your opinion, but I have a different view. I have been going to Charlton Park since 1951. I have seen it grow from a one-building museum and grassy picnic area into the wonderful multi-use venue it is today — a spot where history abounds and many different events occur. I do not think the progress I have witnessed comes from bad choices. Dan Patton, who was chosen as the new director, is also an honest and respected part of our community. Patton has been a Barry County resident for 10 years. He serves as Hastings Youth Athletic Association board member and coach. He also coaches YMCA T-ball and AYSO soccer in Hastings. Besides being active in sports in Hastings, he is active in his church, also in Hastings, where he has attended for 10 years. Patton brings with him a good education. His experience includes park ranger in Virginia, and nine years as parks and recreation director for Eaton County. I am sure Patton will prove to be a topnotch director who watches over and promotes our jewel of a park, as well as Barry County. Karen Halstead, Dowling Sign stealing won’t affect election To the editor: I was asked if I would allow a political sign in my yard for Michael Callton. I agreed, and it was placed. When we returned home, the sign was gone. The person who placed the sign asked if we had removed it. We said we hadn’t and he said he would replace the sign. Two days later, the sign was gone. This is not the first time this has happened to us. If we place a sign that someone doesn’t agree with, it comes up missing. I thought that It was illegal to remove signs or to trespass on our property. We don’t remove signs we disagree with, and it makes us upset and more willing to vote for that person or millage. If the person removing the signs thinks that it will stop people from voting, they are wrong. I wish we were given the same respect we have shown our neighbors for the past 5 1/2 years we have lived here. Ron and Pat Davis, Hastings for the official conversion of the MainStreet Savings Bank to Commercial Bank, now set by the FDIC for Dec. 10. Kelly has been involved in the community in several local organizations and service groups. He has served with the Kiwanis Club of Hastings for 12 years and is now a member of the board, as well. “I look forward to meeting with our depositors and area residents during the open house on Oct. 22,” said Kelly He graduated from Michigan State University in 1982. He also is a graduate of the Robert M. Perry School of Banking at Central Michigan University. He received his master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin at Madison in 1995. Kelly and his wife, Laura, are the parents of two daughters, Kate and Hanna. The lobby at Commercial bank is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The drive-through is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday. Commercial Bank is at 629 W. State Street in Hastings. Call 269-945-9561 for more information. ‘Stop loss’ deadline extended Now featuring To Go or Dine In • Homemade Soups! In bread bowls Coffee House 77550351 Ice Cream & Soda Shop 108 E. State St. Downtown Hastings Get the after school scoops at the Ice Cream & Soda Shop 269-948-7730 www.stategrounds.com Fall Hours: Mon-Sat 6 a.m.-7 p.m. Battle Creek Boychoir to perform in Hastings Emmanuel Episcopal Church of Hastings will present a classic Evensong service featuring the Choir of Men and Boys of the Battle Creek Boychoir Saturday, Oct. 16, at 4 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public. The Boychoir is composed of about 18 boys ranging in age from 9 to 13 who are drawn from several school districts in Southwest Michigan. As a choir of treble voices, the Boychoir has sung throughout the eastern United States and Canada in concerts and church services. They also have served as guest artists with major symphonies, in works such as “Tosca,” “Turandot,” “Carmen,” “LaBoheme” and “Mahler’s Eighth Symphony.” Overseas tours have included performances at London’s Westminster Abbey, Leipzig’s Gewandhaus, the International Eisteddfod in Wales, and in concert with the Gunma Symphony Orchestra in Average payout is $4,000 Military members whose service was involuntarily extended or whose retirement was suspended between Sept. 11, 2001, and Sept. 30, 2009, due to stop loss are entitled to retroactive payments of $500 for each month they were extended, according to Department of Defense officials. The deadline to apply for those benefits, originally Oct. 21, has now been extended to Dec. 3. “You served with honor. You did your duty. And when your country called on you again, you did your duty again. Now, it’s time to collect the special pay that you deserve,” said President Barack Obama during a recent White House announcement. Only about 58,000 of the 145,000 eligible claims have been paid, according to Rich Lamance, of the Joint Hometown News Service, leaving more than $300 million available to eligible veterans. The average payout for each veteran is close to $4,000. The president said the program has caused some confusion and skepticism among those who have served. “Some veterans think this is some sort of gimmick or scam, or that it’s a way for the government to call you back to service. Nothing is further from the truth. You worked hard. You earned this money. It doesn’t matter whether you were active or reserve, whether you’re a veteran who experienced ‘stop loss’ or the survivor of a service member who did – if your service was extended, you’re eligible,” said Obama. The 2009 War Supplemental Appropriations Act established the retroactive stop loss special pay, and throughout the past year, the services have been reaching out to eligible veterans, service members and their families through direct mail, veteran service organizations and the media. But by law, there is no authorization to make payments on claims submitted after Dec. 3. Eligible members should print, complete and sign Department of Defense Form 2944, ‘Claim for Retroactive Stop Loss Payment.’ They must then select the appropriate method for submitting their claim forms based on their service requirements. The information can be found on their service’s stop loss website, accessible from w w w. d e f e n s e . g o v / h o m e / f e a tures/2010/0710_stoploss/, or call Army: 877736-5554; Navy: 901-874-4427; Marine Corps: 877-242-2830 or Air Force: 800-5250102. Stop In and Warm Up! • Fall Flavors are in. Marshall Cherry (back row, third from right) of Hastings will join fellow members of the Battle Creek Boychoir in a free evening concert Oct. 16. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 Japan. The choir is under the direction of Megan McCormick Boyd. Boyd holds a bachelor’s degree, with honors, in music education and voice performance from Boston University. Prior to accepting the Boychoir position, she spent five years directing award-winning youth choirs in North Carolina, including those at Millbrook High School in Raleigh and at the Durham School of the Arts. She is combining the Boychoir position with graduate studies at the Michigan State University. To create a full four-part male choir for this performance, the trebles will be supplemented by a complement of adult tenors and basses from the Battle Creek and Hastings areas, several of whom are alumni of the Boychoir. Father Brian Coleman of St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Battle Creek will serve as cantor. Music Connections String Ensemble Come Play With Us! An ensemble of bowed string instruments open to anyone of any age who is able to read music and play notes in the first position (violin and viola) or have the equivalent mastering for students of cello and bass. MEETS: Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m., beginning October 7 through May 13 AT: First United Methodist Church 209 West Green Street Hastings, MI TUITION: $75/semester or $125/year Need based scholarships available CONTACT: Beth Lepak or Battle Creek Youth Orchestra 269-966-2527 OR JUST COME! 77550380 77550374 �Page 6 — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Harvest Festival returns Oct. 16 The Hastings Farmers Market will host the annual Hastings Harvest Festival Saturday, Oct. 16, in downtown Hastings. The harvest festival will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will include farmers market vendors offering fresh seasonal produce, flowers, pumpkins and crafts. The festival also will include harvest-themed family activities, including a carved pumpkin contest, live music, hayrides and a tractor show. All activities will be held downtown with the farmers market vendors set up on the county courthouse lawn. Anyone who wants to participate as a vendor at the festival may contact the Barry County Chamber of Commerce. As part of this festival, the chamber will host a scarecrow contest open to all Hastings businesses and organizations. Visitors to the festival are encouraged to tour downtown Hastings to view all of the scarecrows on dis- play on the city light poles. Individuals or organizations interested in participating in the scarecrow contest need to pre-register with the chamber by Friday, Oct. 15, to be considered for judging. The chamber will be awarding Barry Bucks to the first, second, and third place finalists. Judging will be courtesy of the Thornapple Arts Council and will take place on the evening of Oct. 15 with results to be announced during the Hastings Harvest Festival on Oct. 16. Scarecrow entries will remain on display during the festival and the week following. Registration forms and rules for the scarecrow contest can be picked up at the chamber office at 221 W. State St. in downtown Hastings. For more information, call the Barry County Chamber of Commerce at 269-945-2454. Worship Together… Area Obituaries William A. (Billy) Stauffer Keith A. Thompson Keith Earl Meaney 77550058 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http:// trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are MondayThursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Sunday School for PreK-2nd and 3rd-5th and Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. New Series... 40 Days of Love... beginning October 10th! ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost - Oct. 10 - Worship 8:00 & 10:45; Sunday School 9:30; Noisy Offering for Love, Inc.; Crop Walk 1:30; High School Youth Group Crop Walk and Meeting; Men’s and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. Pastor Amy Luckey. http://www.discovergrace.org FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 405 N. M-37, Hastings, MI 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Transition Sunday Events: 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. PRAIRIEVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 12711 S. M-43 Hwy., Delton, MI 49046 (1 mile south of Gilmore Car Museum). Pastor Larry Saunders. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 HASTINGS, MI – William A. (Billy) Stauffer, age 55, of Hastings went home Wednesday, September 29, 2010 after being at Thornapple Manor since 1985. He leaves behind his Thornapple Manor family of loving nurses, CNAS, dietary, housekeeping, maintenance, laundry, life enrichment, administrative, support staff, volunteers, and Chrissie, who cut his hair; sisters, Nancy Cooper (Omar), Linda Horton (Michael); nieces, Deborah Thompson (Michael), Tammy Wilcox (Ron), Ginger Leary (Nate); nephews, Rick Morgan (Becky), Rodney Morgan (Nancy), Chad Horton (Jennifer); also 12 great-nieces and nephews; cousins and uncles. Billy was the only son of Stanley and Lucille (Foote) Stauffer, who preceded him in death. Billy had a personality you couldn't help but like. He had a sweet smile, and had a way of teasing you, and letting you know he liked you. God gave Billy to our family, knowing he would be loved unconditionally, but also to teach us to have respect and compassion for those who have mental and physical difficulties. Billy enjoyed bingo, music, looking at old pictures, and being around family and friends. A celebration of Billy's life was held Saturday, October 2, 2010 at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Dave Roper officiated and burial was at Riverside Cemetery in Hastings. Memorial donations can be made to Thornapple Manor Auxiliary or Thornapple Manor Life Enrichment. Arrangements by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our web page to send a message or memories to the family. (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Sixteenth annual CraneFest returns Michigan Audubon invites everyone to join them for the 16th annual CraneFest Oct. 9 and 10 at near Bellevue. The event celebrates the annual fall migration of the greater sandhill crane, Michigan’s tallest bird. The birds roost nightly in Big Marsh Lake, located in Michigan Audubon’s Bernard W. Baker Sanctuary. Although most of Big Marsh Lake is surrounded by Baker Sanctuary it is not visible from there, so CraneFest is held at the adjoining Battle Creek Kiwanis Youth Area. The free event is hosted in cooperation with the Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek and the $3 parking fee goes to support the Kiwanis Club’s service projects. The event begins at noon each day and ends at sunset, around 7 p.m. The fly-in generally begins slowly around 4 p.m., with best viewing of large numbers of cranes between 5 p.m. and dusk. In 2009, a record number — nearly 10,000 — cranes were counted at Big Marsh Lake during the annual Michigan Fall Sandhill Crane Survey. Other activities at the event include a wildlife art show, guided nature walks, educational presentations and hands-on activities provided by local environmental groups. Live birds of prey and, if weather conditions allow, reptiles and amphibians will also be in attendance at the event. Visit the event website at www.cranefest.org for additional information and directions. HASTINGS, MI - Keith Earl Meaney, age 63, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at his home, October 2, 2010. He was born on November 6, 1946 in Grand Rapids, the son of Maurice and Marion (Nichols) Meaney. Keith graduated from Caledonia High School in 1964. He worked at the Bradford White Corporation in Middleville for 33 years, retiring in 2000. Keith married Gloria Kay Wilkins on October 8, 1977. He was a member of the Delton Moose Lodge #1649, Legion of the Moose, UAW #102. One of Keith's accomplishments was to complete a sobriety program at Care Unit in Grand Rapids. His hobbies included golfing, bowling and was a avid sports fan, especially MSU Spartans. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Francis Meaney; sister-in-law, Debra Wilkins; and a nephew, Andrew Gray. Keith is survived by his wife, Gloria K. Meaney of Hastings; his children, Matthew (Stephanie) Meaney of Wyoming, Melissa (Andrew) Phillips of Silver Spring, MD, Melinda (Jerrod) DuBois of Nashville; grandchildren, Jackson and Hannah DuBois; brothers, Maurice (Katy) Meaney of Lexington, KY, Phillip (Carole) Meaney of Claypool, AZ, Thomas (Deborah) Meaney of Port Royal, SC, Gregory (Helen) Meaney of Belgrade, MT, Craig (Kelly) Meaney of Martinsville, IN, Vincent (Karen) Meaney of Bradenton, FL; sisters, Kathleen (Victor) Rehel of Sault Ste. Marie, ON, Canada, Janice (James) VanHouten of Middleville, Marcia (Thomas) Porter of Clarksville, Christine Tutsch of Park Ridge, IL; in-laws, Marcia (Leonard) Metheny of Plainwell, Gordon (Susan) Wilkins of Hastings, Russell (Beverly) Wilkins of Hastings; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association or the American Cancer Society. Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 6, 2010 at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Pastor Amy Luckey officiated the service. Interment was at Irving Township Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (www.girrbachfuneralhome.net. HASTINGS, MI - Keith A. Thompson, age 78, of Hastings, passed away Friday, October 1, 2010 at Laurels of Sandy Creek in Wayland. Keith was born February 27, 1932 in Grand Rapids, the son of Albert and Doris (Sinclair) Thompson. He graduated from Caledonia High School in 1950. He worked at the Attwood Corp. in Lowell and retired in 1994. He served in the United States Air Force from 1951 to 1955. Keith was a life member of the National Rifle Association, he enjoyed buying and selling John Deere Tractors, and loved the out of doors especially in the fall, he was an avid deer hunter. Keith was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Leon V. and Lloyd E. Thompson. He is survived by his sister, Jean Ridenour of Dorr and a brother, Dennis Thompson of Middleville. A memorial service will be held Friday, October 8, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Alaska Community of Christ Church, 8146 68th St. SE, Alto. The family will gather at 10:30 a.m. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our web page to leave a message or memory to the family. (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Charles John Vincent DRY RIDGE, KY - Charles John Vincent, born May 22, 1937, went to be with the Lord on August 17, 2010 while living in Dry Ridge, KY. Charles is survived by three siblings, Alden Vincent of Michigan, Bill Vincent of Kentucky and Loretta Clark of Alaska. He is also survived by a daughter, Nita Mae Morris of Oklahoma; granddaughter, Tara Bland of Oklahoma and great grandchildren; Kaitlyn, Jessie and Jasper of Oklahoma along with many nieces and nephews. There will be a memorial service at Nashville Baptist Church (517-852-9808) at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 10, 2010; there will also be a service at Fort Custer National Cemetery, 15501 Dickman Road, Augusta, on Monday, October 11, 2010 at 10 a.m. Charles will be missed by many family and friends. Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net Bring your special event photos to us for quality, professional processing. J-Ad Graphics PRINTING PLUS North of Hastings on M-43 77528585 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — Page 7 Delton Kellogg High School discovers it’s easier being green by David DeDecker Staff Writer Last month, Delton Kellogg High School was awarded a $500 classroom mini-grant from Michigan Energy Works. The grant will be used to continue work on a native plant garden on the high school campus. Delton Kellogg physics teacher Clint Waller, who applied for the grant, is the Michigan Green Schools coordinator for Barry County. Delton Kellogg Schools are currently seeking “green” certification from the State of Michigan. Michigan Public Act 146, signed by the governor in 2006, formally put in motion the move toward green schools in the state. Michigan is leading all other states in this concept. The first year, Michigan had 18 schools seek certification. Today, more than 800 schools here are certified green. “Jeff Jennette, Barry ISD superintendent, gave the green light for me to act as Barry County coordinator for the program,” said Waller. “I received training at Traverse Bay ISD last week, and am now ready to help any and all of Barry County’s schools achieve a ‘green’ status. Hastings School System Superintendent Rich Satterlee has already approached me. My goal is have a ‘green’ county,” remarked Waller. Kris Moffett, director of Michigan Green Schools, wrote the bill that became Michigan Public Act 146. “We know that if it does not cost the taxpayer money, it can work,” she said. “And, if it is run locally, it can be very flexible. We are grateful for corporate sponsors ... for contributing to our program.” She also said she is happy with the program beginning in Barry County. “We are very excited about having Clint Waller in Barry County,” she added. “He is such an enthusiastic coordinator.” Moffett Michigan Green Schools is a nonprofit 501(c)3 agency dedicated to assisting all Michigan schools, public and private, to achieve environmental goals. Those goals include the teaching of educational stewardship to students from preschool to high school, protecting natural resources and world outreach through sound ecological practices. Michigan Green Schools set out 20 points of Energy and Environmental Savings that all participating schools can use to achieve the established green school designation. If a school completes 10 points in a year, they are certified as a green school. “The program that Clint is coordinating was a natural step for us here at the West Learning Center [BISD on Woodlawn in Hastings],” said Sally Shuster Shoff, BISD teacher. “We have had a recycling program for three or four years, with plastics and cans going to a recycling center through Waste Management or Les’s. Our paper goes to the Paper Gator at St. Rose or Hastings High School. Some plain paper gets shredded to add to our compost. All our vegetable waste goes into a compost pile by our garden at the center. We also reuse the blank back side of paper and make new paper from colored paper waste.” When asked about the initiative, Stewart Schofield, DKHS principal, said, “I believe that anytime we are able to teach and learn new ideas about making better use of our environment, then we all benefit. The school is a wonderful setting to introduce green concepts, and I am appreciative of our science department’s work in this important area.” Two years ago, Delton Kellogg was awarded a grant from Calhoun Intermediate School District to fund a 400-watt wind generator for the high school. The unit sits on the high school roof. Waller charges two 12-volt batteries in his classroom and uses an inverter to power a 120-volt outlet, which provides electricity for all science lab activities. The model demonstrates how the kinetic energy in wind can be directly converted into electricity and then stored chemically in batteries. DK industrial arts teacher Eric Curtice and his metal shop students built a telescoping tower for the generator. “We were approached by Clint to make a telescoping base/tower for a wind generator that he got through a grant,” said Curtice. “I did some research on the [Internet] and came up with a modified concept. I then made a blueprint and assigned two of my students to construct the tower. Nolan Smith and Trevor Curtice cut, machined and fabricated all the parts then welded them together. All the materials were donated to the shop from a company in Grand Rapids. You could say we recycled, recycled materials,” said Curtice. As part of their strategic plan, DK has com- Call 945-9554 any time for Hastings Banner classified ads Delton Kellogg high school physics teacher Clint Waller is working with all school systems in Barry County to strengthen green curriculums. mitted to achieving the certification by engaging in energy and environmental savings activities. “Our focus at the high school with regard to the physical sciences has shifted from pencil and paper to project-based work with an emphasis on career pathways — especially pertaining to the rapidly expanding field of alternative energy production. The whole ‘green’ schools emphasis is a natural fit with what we’re doing,” said Waller. Currently, DK schools are doing the following: • Recycling: A computer print cartridge recycling program earns money; used batteries; cell phones • Reusing magazines and newspapers for projects. • Adopting an endangered species animal from one of several organizations and posting a picture of the animal in a main hallway or high-traffic area. • The school media center updates its print and non-print ecological materials regularly. • An energy savings program has been instituted in the school; dusting coils on school refrigerators; classes do energy audits of their own classrooms and then improve energy efficiencies, by placing film on windows and caulking; setting water heaters one degree lower than normal; using trees and plants strategically placed to reduce energy; check school bus tires for proper inflation to maintain mpg for gas savings. • Hosting a visit by an ecological spokesperson. • Creating a birdhouse habitat project. • Developing a natural Michigan garden project with native plants. • Holding solar power presentations and experiments, such as solar cooking demonstrations. • Observing Earth Day in April each year. • Holding an Earth Day poster contest in art classes. • Sharing energy-efficiency awareness projects in science classes. • Organizing a school ecology club with activities helping senior citizens make their homes more energy efficient. • Using designated Internet sites that donate to rainforest preservation for every visit, and teacher documents the student’s efforts. • Setting a goal of using 5 percent less energy in school, and working with power com- pany to measure progress. • Constructing a trail and boardwalk to enable access by the community and students to the wetland on Crooked Lake. • Donating waste paper to the Boy Scouts to recycle into insulation. • Adding a 400-watt wind generator on the high school roof to be used by science teachers for performing alternative energy experiments. • Participating with Kellogg Biological Station and planting biofuel plots on campus. • Cooperating with the Delton Rotary Club cooperating on a long-term native tree program on school property involving native hardwoods. • Being awarded a grant in excess of $50,000 to construct and install a 2-kilowatt solar-powered array, pavilion and weather station. • Science teachers participating in professional development that enables them to incorporate alternative energy into the science curriculum. Connie High, a Delton Kellogg chemistry teacher, explained that with the help of Michigan State University, three biofuel plots that are being planted on the high school campus this fall. Delton Kellogg, along with several other districts in southwest Michigan, are creating a collaborative network of school yard science research sites. Schools will work on their our own research projects as well as cross-district collaboration and sharing of data. This project has been made possible through the K-12 program at MSU, the Math and Science Partnership at MSU, and the Great Lakes Biofuel Research Center. Many of these programs also are funded by the National Science Foundation. “We look forward to investigating environmental issues that are specific to the Barry Country area and teaching students to be more aware of their impact on the environment,” said High. Waller added, “It makes perfect sense for us. Delton Kellogg’s campus is a full 80 acres. It sits on the edge of a beautiful wetland on the north side of Crooked Lake and features prairie and woodland habitats. We often take it for granted, but the view from our high school lunchroom is unrivaled. Managing the impact we have on those plant and animal communities is a job of all of us. Beyond science education, it incorporates ideas like community and civic responsibility. Students K-12 need to be shown that they are a part of the big picture ... that their actions directly impact our natural world and that behaving responsibly is no longer optional. It is a civic duty.” Waller graduated from Hastings High School in 1989, attended Kellogg Community College, and then Western Michigan University where he received a bachelor of science degree. He earned a master of arts degree from Marygrove College in 2004. Before teaching in Delton, he worked in the education department at Binder Park Zoo and was the director of exhibits and wild animal care at The Kalamazoo Nature Center. Waller currently teaches physics, but began as a biology teacher in Delton in 2000, and has also taught geology and paleontology. The Green Schools program in Barry County is looking for volunteers. Contact Waller at 269-623-7088 or e-mail him at cwaller@dkschools.org. For more information on Michigan Green Schools, contact Kris Moffett by e-mail, kristinemoffett@hartlandschools.us or online at www.michigangreenschools.us. For more information on green activities and workshops in Barry County, contact Pierce Cedar Creek Institute at www.cedarcreekinstitute.org. 77550070 Newborn Babies Aiden Jacob, born September 20, 2010 at 3:58 a.m. to Caitlin Branch and Joshua Newell at Spectrum Butterworth. Proud grandparents are Rich and Barb Branch and Dave and Sheree Newell. Marriage Licenses Richard Lebron Cook, Augusta and Mandi Sue Smith, Hickory Corners Kevin Douglas Devos, Bellevue and Stephanie Loree Davis, Hastings. Jesse Joe Hynes, Nashville and Mary Elizabeth Oaks-Boroff, Lake Odessa. Gabriel Ray Lafler, Woodland and Manda Louise Ward, Lake Odessa. Leon Oliver Patrick, Lake Odessa and Kristin Ann Chase, Hastings. Alvah Louis Quick, Delton and Norma Claudean Lamb, Delton. John Leroy Stech, Delton and Wendy Kay Baden, Delton. Blue and gold tableware was used to help Coleman Agency of Hastings carry out its homecoming theme, “Saxons Serve Up Victory.” Coleman Agency wins business decorating contest The Coleman Agency of Hastings earned first place in this year’s homecoming business decorating contest sponsored by the Hastings Area Schools cheer teams. The agency used blue and gold tableware and a life-size poster of Victor E. Saxon to carry out its theme, “Saxons Serve Up Victory.” The poster was donated to the cheer team for it’s run-through banner during Friday’s homecoming game. State Grounds took second place with a post-game theme, “Extra! Extra! Read all about it!” Third place was awarded to Green Street Veterinary Clinic for putting on skit using blue and green IVs to treat a puppy that had swallowed a blue and gold football. Other blue and gold decorating schemes included a disco ball, crepe paper and balloons at Pizza Hut; “Hear Our Roar Around the World” painted on the window of Allure Hair Salon; vintage-style wooden block spelling out “Go Saxons” at Bluebird on the Moon; a paint and crepe paper cheerleader and football player at Fifth Third Bank; a Hastings flag and cartoon Saxon at Farm Bureau; a goal post and oversized football festooned with blue and gold mums at Floral Design of Hastings; and a display of blueand gold-colored merchandise in the window of Bosley Pharmacy. The judges for this year’s contest were Hastings High School cheerleaders Megan Herbstreith, Sami Thompson, Autumn Phillips, Faith Pearlman, Lindsey Thomas and Haylee Rein. They selected the winners based on the most creative use of blue and gold, neatness and overall appearance of the display. The first place prize package, awarded during the break between the first and second quarters of the homecoming game included two season passes to all home Saxon sporting events, two “Biggest Fan of the Week” Tshirts, spirit beads, two megaphones, compliments of Hastings City Bank, and a Victor E. Saxon tattoo. Landscape changing on Middleville’s Main Street Dave Dykstra removes debris from the fire-damaged Westen’s Carpet Store and Middleville Hardware Store along Main Street in Middleville. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Hickory Corners Bible Church ANNUAL MISSIONARY CONFERENCE “Faith Under Fire” • October 15-17, 2010 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15TH Spaghetti Dinner – 5:30-6:30pm 7pm: Special Guest Speaker: Tim Munger – Friends of Israel SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16TH 8am - 10 am: Men’s Breakfast Guest speaker Rory Moore, Missionary to Togo, West Africa 11 am - 1 pm: Ladies Tea Guest speaker Saba Yaso from The Arabic Baptist Church in Oak Park, Mich. She will talk about how she came to know Christ in Iraq and you will learn what it truly means to give up your life for Christ as she shares her and her family’s journey from Iraq to her current home in Detroit. We will also be having a Teacup exchange so please bring a wrapped teacup and saucer if you would like to participate. This is optional. 5:30pm: Pizza Night 6:30pm - 7:30pm: Main Speaker: Tim Munger After the service there will be an Ice Cream Social with all the toppings served by our Word of Life group. Speakers for our younger guests will be available during the Friday and Saturday evening programs. Bill Wetzel from CEF will be speaking to the youth up to 6th grade and Greg Mattson, former Word of Life Missionary to Finland, will be speaking to the 7th thru 12th grade students. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17TH Tim Munger will be speaking during the following services: 10am Christian Life Hour 11am Worship Service 2pm Afternoon Service There will be a carry-in luncheon after the 11am service so please feel free to join us and if you can bring a dish pass that would be appreciated. Cost is Free! HICKORY CORNERS BIBLE CHURCH 13720 Kellogg School Rd. • 269-671-4505 �Page 8 — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Middleville’s new village manager to start in January Lake Odessa By Elaine Garlock The Ionia County Genealogical Society will meet Saturday for a writing workshop. The workshop runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and replaces the usual format of meeting times. The leader will be the same lady who led a similar workshop several months ago. Guests should preregister. The Lake Odessa Area Historical Society will meet Thursday, Oct. 14. Bill Garlick of Greenville will be speaking on the Fighting Falcons museum and the role played by the city of Greenville and its defense workers in the early days of World War II. This will include the story of the gliders that flew into France and landed men and equipment before D-Day. This is also the story of the men and machines that brought the gliders to readiness for service-pilot training, assembly of the crates of materials, school children paying for the first glider and more. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. at the Freight house. The public is invited. The VFW has returned to its winter schedule of having a flea market the second weekend of each month from September to May. Tables are for rent and lunch food is available. The next flea market will be Friday and Saturday, Oct. 8 and 9. The next bloodmobile for this area will be Monday, Oct. 25. A look up Jordan Lake Avenue Saturday showed that more work has been completed. There is a stunning view of white curbs the entire length of the project, from Bonanza Road to Tupper Lake Street. Additional work has been done in the past week to connect the street with the sidewalks for each driveway approach. It appears that the actual street surface paving will be the next phase. Downtown Lake Odessa has been invaded by some new residents who sit day and night on park benches or other seating in front of several business places. Some have resemblance to Mr. Scarecrow, while others are dressed in business finery. They do not wave but seem to be friendly as one passes by. Downtown lamp posts have been decorated with cornstalks. The Ionia County Health Department will host a flu clinic in the Fellowship Hall of Central United Methodist Church in downtown Lake Odessa at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12. The Sebewa Center United Methodist Church will hold its monthly dinner Saturday, Oct. 16. Baked chicken will be the entree. The Women’s Fellowship of First Congregational Church will have a harvest supper at the church Wednesday, Oct. 20, at 6:30 p.m. A new event took place at the Ionia fairgrounds recently – a judging event of Fresian horses with the judges coming from the Netherlands. More than 90 horses participated. Maybe because the royal family is the House of Orange, the first place ribbons for this event are orange, not blue. Likely, the event will return to Ionia because of the facilities. A local couple who had been in Vermont for a week were hampered in their vacation plans by the heavy rains generated by the recent Atlantic hurricane. Many mountain roads were difficult and one route out was impassable, so their route had to skirt the entire way around a mountain to be safe. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Following a special meeting Saturday, Oct. 2, the Middleville Village Council voted to allow its personnel committee to negotiate with Rebecca Fleury to become the new village manager and finance director in January 2011. The special meeting was called to allow council members Shannon Endsley and Phil VanNoord, who had not been able to meet Fleury earlier, to ask her questions before voting. Acting village manager Geoff Moffat opened the special meeting, asking Fleury to give council her basic approach to working with village staff and council. Fleury said she works on a team concept in local government and is in favor of open lines of communication. “The manager’s job is to implement council decisions,” she told them, adding “a manager doesn’t have all the answers but does know who to ask.” VanNoord asked Fleury how she handles disagreements when in charge of a meeting. “Manager and council should talk it through,” she replied, adding that it was important to know the background and get reports from staff, as well. She stressed that as the village council’s employee, she would give them as much information as possible. She would also help mediate council member disagreements, when appropriate, she said. Fleury told the council members several times that she wanted to help them make the best decisions for the residents of Middleville. She was asked about budgeting for the village, including the current budget-deficitreduction plan which is in effect through 2013. She was asked how she would make it work. Fleury responded that she would have to get up to speed and understand the plan before making specific suggestions. However, she said she would set milestones and report to council. In her current position as financial director with the City of Kalamazoo’s public safety division, she has been proactive on budgeting. She said she is “a real stickler” on budgets. 77550394 84 03 55 77 Don’t Miss... the shops in the area. Fleury has a bachelor’s degree in education and a master’s degree in public administration. She worked briefly in Hastings, and said Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield is one of her mentors. Since 2006, Fleury has worked for the City of Kalamazoo in the public safety division which has 287 employees who are crossedtrained as police and emergency services officers. She also manages a $33 million budget and personnel. “I know how to write grants at the federal, state and local level,” she added. Moffat discussed need for more collaboration between the village, township and county. Fleury discussed her experience with mutualaid agreements and other collaborative efforts. She said she believes communities are stronger together. She added that it was important for the new manager not to “relive old baggage.” Fleury grew up in Hickory Corners and said she is looking forward to working in a smaller community where she can make a difference and be involved. She mentioned the council’s desire to have the manager live within 20 miles of the village. However she is asking that she have a waiver to continue to live in her current home which is 30 miles from the village. She said several homes, including two with her exact floor plan, have been for sale in her neighborhood for almost two years. It would not be fiscally responsible to her family to sell at a loss, she said. Fleury committed to three years; she and the council have yet to negotiate a contract. The council voted unanimously to have the personnel committee check her references. She will begin as the manager and finance officer for the village in January 2011. Following the agreement to appoint Fleury as manager, board president Charles Pullen supplied a list of committees with the list of board members on the committees. He asked council members to communicate with him if they have questions. The next regular meeting will be Thursday, Oct. 12, at 7 p.m. in the village hall. Certified Financial Planning 3rd Floor Event Randy Teegardin, CFP.® Art • Music • Hand-Crafted Merchandise Hastings City Bank Trust and Investment Group Friday, October 8th • 9:00 p.m. in the... Ballroom of the Walldorff Brewpub & Bistro 269-945-2401 150 W. Court St. Hastings, MI 49058 Investment opportunities include non deposit investments which are: Not FDIC Insured Not Bank Guaranteed May Lose Value Caledonia FFA 16th Annual Toy Show Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010 • 9 am-2 pm Admission: $3 per person / children 10 & under FREE Pedal Tractor Pull for kids ages 4-10 11am Cost is 50 cents Caledonia High School 9050 Kraft Avenue, Caledonia, MI 49316 (approx. 12 miles south of Grand Rapids) 77550364 She added that it was important to be realistic about budgeting, monitoring cash flow, understanding trends and being a good steward. Council Member Sue Merrill said she is concerned with trends. “It is important to council to have good date to look at where we are at,” said Merrill. Fleury agreed, telling her that the goal would be to have enough information for sound decision-making. VanNoord asked the candidate how she dealt with budget crunches due to economic challenges. “The manager has to understand the council and community marching orders,” said Fleury. “ It is important to look at all components of the budget in light of goals. It is important to set priorities.” There was a general discussion on the need to survey citizens to help set priorities. Fleury added that it was important to ask questions about quality-of-life issues, as well. Merrill then described last year’s decision to go to a single trash hauler for the village. The low bidder was an out-of-county business, and Merrill said it was a difficult challenge for the council, many of whom were new to their positions. In difficult times, it is important to look at fiscal responsibility and weigh all of the options,” said Fleury. “We won’t make everybody happy all the time.” Moffat asked Fleury how she would respond to an advocacy group approaching to council with an issue. Fleury said she would listen to concerns, invite them to meet with manager who would gather information and then bring the issue to the council. The manager serves as the gate keeper and that even if an issue is brought up at a meeting, her suggestion would be to table it until she could get more information for the council. Council member Sue Reyff asked Fleury if she would be available in the community. Fleury replied that public service is important. She and her family attended Heritage Day and were impressed with the turnout, despite the rain. 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State Rd., Ionia, MI 269-945-9452 616-522-0792 www.wfscpas.com Call 269-945-9554 anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads Running your car on air alone by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters Kids delight in blowing up a balloon and letting it go. The air inside is under mild pressure, and when a youngster lets go of the neck of the balloon, air rushes outward. The escaping air propels the balloon forward like an erratic jet. Remarkably enough, a car powered by the same energy source – compressed air – may be coming to a road near you. At least one innovative auto company is investing in a small “air car,” as these vehicles are known. Air cars have some wonderful advantages compared to our traditional internal combustion-engine vehicles. The idea of an air car is not as farfetched as it may sound. Your commuter car, my 1987 pickup, and a farmer’s diesel tractor actually all run on a broadly similar idea. Work with me for a moment, and I’ll explain. The internal combustion engines common around us look like they are powered by heat from burning fuel. But all the heat actually does is increase the pressure of gases in the engine’s cylinder. It’s the high pressure that pushes on the piston. Then the piston’s motion powers the vehicle. The heat isn’t crucial; the pressure inside the cylinder is the key. Now imagine you could simply add highly compressed air into a car’s cylinder to drive the piston. You wouldn’t need heat, so there would be no need for gasoline or diesel fuel. And you could drive all day with no stinky fumes coming out your tailpipe. For several decades, engineers have tinkered with the possibility of using air under high pressure to power the pistons of automobiles. The system can be made to work, especially if the air is under extreme pressures. (Those who know trucks will note that compressed air powers big-rig brakes and starters. So large trucks have a bit of air power in their designs already.) The pressures that are useful in a piston are generally much higher than those in a car tire. In scientific labs we often use very high-pressure tanks, as do welders and others in particular industries. If you work near an enormous tank of this high-pressure variety, and if it ruptures, your troubles are over. But I’ve never known that to happen. If you’ve ever moved a high-pressure tank, you know they are heavy enough to give you a hernia. Indeed, the steel “fuel tank” of compressed air in old test vehicles was so heavy it created real trouble for the Cars propelled by compressed air, like this one, may someday be on the roads. engineering goal of powering a car on air alone. But much lighter-weight materials based on carbon fibers that can hold air at high pressure are now on the market. So visionaries are taking another look at the air car, and carmakers overseas are exploring options of bringing such cars to market. But, of course, there is the question of where the compressed air will come from. There’s no such thing as a free lunch, and the cost of running the air car is partly the cost of energy to compress the air. As Popular Mechanics points out, electrical energy generally is used to compress air. So air vehicles are essentially electric cars using the compressed air as a way of storing energy. On the positive side, pollution that’s created generating the electricity used to compress air could be distant from our cities. That’s a real plus. A lot of innovation is on the table these days in the car world, with major manufacturers investigating better electric cars, hybrid vehicles and natural gas vehicles ala what T. Boone Pickens advocates. These are challenging economic times, but interesting, too, and some folks are going to take advantage of entirely new ways of doing things to help move us forward. I’m for that. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a geologist trained at Princeton and Harvard, is a native of the rural Northwest. Questions about science or energy for future Rock Doc columns may be sent to epeters@wsu.edu. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES Living 20 years in a historic mill By Marion (Cook-Frye) Zasadil (This is the first in a series of condensed excerpts from Marion Zasadil’s book, “Living Twenty Years in a Historic Mill”). As the leaves are starting to turn and golden rod is blooming, it is a reminder that fall is arriving. With it comes ‘It’s Cider Time.’ Many memories of years past are running through my heart and head. In the next few weeks I would like to share with you, some of the ups and downs, laughter and tears that happened, long the way, with the restoration of Historic Bowens Mills in Yankee Springs Township. It was in the fall of 1978 I heard the Old Bowens Mills was for sale. I can still feel the excitement and that little tingle in my tummy, when I first heard that The Old Mill was for sale. I could hardly wait to tell my (now late) husband, Neal Cook. I said, “The Old Mills is for sale; lets go look at it just for fun.” We went to look and we never dreamed how that day would so totally and drastically change our lives forever! Old Bowens Mills is a four-story water-powered grist and cider mill, a state historic site, which was built in 1864. It had been abandoned for nearly 40 years. It is situated in a grove of walnut trees, next to a good-sized, tranquil, reflection pond. On the other side, the milll stream babbles along, it seem to be always singing a happy little song. There are 19 acres of land where an abundance of seedling pines were planted at random several years ago and are about three feet tall. What a beautiful, peaceful setting. It’s located about three miles or so from our home at Gun Lake in beautiful Yankee Springs Township, Barry County. It sits back from the road about 800 feet, so was barely in view of Briggs Road, the main street, which bordered the mill’s’ property. How well I remember the day, the former owners gave us the key and Neal and I spent the whole day there, rummaging around the old post and beam constructed, deserted building, spending several hours on each of its floors. It was an unusual day, coolish in the morning; later on it turned nice and then all of the sudden a quick down pour of a storm blew in. It was as if we were being told, ‘this is what it’s like when it’s cool, warm or rainy.’ We could see that the roof needed repairs in certain places, which didn’t seem too serious and did not dampen our spirits. Although most of the building was basically sound, the years of vandalism, disuse and slow deterioration had taken its toll. They say, “The worse use is no use.” We found that to be very true. If you are there and have a problem, you can fix it right away and it doesn’t get into such bad shape. Under the dust and dirt, we discovered that besides the roof leaking here and there, lots of the siding had rotted and needed replacement or repair. There were some crumbling foundations and many doors and windows were boarded up where vandals had invaded. Somehow, I was not seeing all these negative things: I could almost feel Mr. Bowen’s presence and the pride he must have felt when he pinned the post and beams together. I could almost hear the laughter and joking of the old timers’ as they came with their wagons, loaded with grain, to be ground into flour, and apples to be pressed into cider. I could almost feel the heartache and tears when the various accidents and deaths took place on the milll grounds so many years ago. I could almost feel the despair when the dam went out in 1901 and again in 1943 and The Old Mill teetered on its two end foundations and flood waters destroyed the saw mill and basement and much of its contents. I could almost feel the disappointment – the let down, as we viewed the huge old broken gear, which was at last, the cause for the water power to finally close down after nearly 75 years of continuous operation. As I stood viewing The Old Mill with grass and weeds up to my arm pits and pop cans and trash everywhere, I didn’t think of all the problems. I was seeing: the milll all restored, repainted, a large lawn, looking like a park. I could see lots of people and children enjoying themselves touring this historic landmark and learning about the past. Many weddings would be taking place down by the old mill stream. Neighborhood kids would be coming for Bible clubs and swimming, and lots of outdoor gospel concerts would be happening each year. It was such a peaceful place. I knew people would love to get out of the rush of their everyday city life and relax and enjoy the tranquility that surrounded The Old Mill and its serene setting. I could feel a stirring in my inner being. All of a sudden, I started thinking with my heart instead of my head. I had fallen in love with The Old Mill. I guess it was love at first sight. I was hoping Neal was feeling the same way as I did. I wanted to own this old mill and bring it back to life! Right away, I knew we had a very important decision to make: “Should we try to restore this poor old run down mill or should we just turn our backs and walk away and try to forget about it, as many others had done.?” The big reason that it was such a hard decision to make was my husband Neal’s disabilities. In 1970, at age 40, he hurt his back in an industrial accident where he worked. After enduring two unsuccessful fusion surgeries, he was left to tolerate a life, where the pain never stopped. He was forced to spend about 99 percent of his time each day flat on his back – not propped up, flat. Several years later, he suffered a heart attack. Earlier plans had been made that day, with our three daughters and their families. We were most eager to show them every nook and cranny. The grandkids were pretty intrigued with it all too. When my girls saw it and what a big undertaking it would be, they were thinking, “Oh my, how can they ever pull this off?” But when they saw how excited we were about the old mill and its future, they encour- Should you take ‘early retirement?’ This photo of the Bowens Mills was taken in 1940, many years before the Cooks restored the structure. After the Cooks restored the exterior of the structure, it became a picturesque scene in Barry County. aged us to ‘go for it’. We had not had a purpose in out lives for many years now. Our home on Gun Lake was totally paid for and remodeled. There was a place for everything and everything was in its place. We had a pretty carefree life, except for the pain predicament. We hated being ‘set aside,’ so to speak; both of us were people who liked to see things happen. We were ready for some action. My first task before we could come up with a positive decision was to visit the Yankee Springs Township offices. We needed to share our vision and explain to them what we were thinking of doing. With Neal’s health problems, I did not want to go into this project if there was opposition anywhere along the line; we had enough stress in our lives already. Taking on the old mill project would hopefully be therapy, not added pressure. Permits and inspections and things like that troubled me. It would be hard to work on a project such as this, if there were demands as to how we had to do it. Upon speaking to township officials, I was told there were no guidelines whatsoever for historic restorations. Neal and I had lived in the area for most of our lives and were well known to everyone. Their answer was: ‘We know you people, and know that whatever you do, you will do it right.’ I felt good about that. In the four weeks that we were trying to decide if the milll was for us, it was a little frightening because the milll had been broken into four times. Once we made the deal and started the clean up and restorations, the vandalism stopped. Even after speaking to a lot of people and getting so much encouragement, we still had an important decision to make. A decision that would no doubt change our lives forever. A voice inside our heads was saying, a big “no-no! You can’t do it, with Neal’s ailments, there’s no way you can do it.” Yet, something deep inside our hearts kept saying, “yes, yes, yes!!” Something we hadn’t counted on was happening – we were losing our sense of logic, and we were suddenly thinking with our hearts instead of our heads. Something kept telling us: “You can do it.” At last, we made a phone call and before we knew it ... we owned the milll!!! Even though I wanted the milll with a passion, it was hard to give up our beautiful cottage that we had owned for so many years. In the end we forfeited it and purchased the mill Sometimes I would think, had we really forfeited our lovely home on Gun Lake? It held so many wonderful memories, of the fun we all had there, when the children were young. Had we really forfeited it so we could get this dirty old run down mill, that didn’t even have any living quarters? It didn’t have any running water or plumbing either! It did have a limited amount of electric, which consisted of two hanging light bulbs, but no plug-ins. Two light bulbs for four floors, does that make sense? Well, it seemed to. There were so many wonderful ideas and plans running around in my head, and that made it, somehow, seem okay. The deal was closed October 1, 1978. The Old Mill now had brand new owners – Neal and Marion Cook – and a new name, Historic Bowens Mills. We took on the slogans of: “Say Yes to Yesterday” and “The Past Lives Again.” Our mission was: “Preserving Yankee Spring Township and Barry County’s past for future generations to learn from and enjoy. We were now going to make “The Past Live Again.” Next week’s book excerpt will continue to reminisce about the beginning of the restorations of the old mill, along, with telling about the native American canoe and the large Indian maiden in the front yard. Currently, the mill is open to visitors from noon to 5 p.m. every Sunday this month during “October Cider Sundays.” For more information visit www.BowensMills.com. At some time or another, you’ve probably thought about what you’d like to do during your retirement years. But when will those years begin? You may have some idea in mind about your ideal retirement date, but, as that day approaches, you’ll need to ask yourself: “Can I afford to retire?” During these days of corporate downsizing, this question is not rhetorical. If your employer offered you a severance package to take a voluntary early retirement, should you accept it? Your answer depends on a variety of factors. Most important of all, of course, is whether you still enjoy your job and still like coming to work every day. If so, you’ll be inclined to turn down the offer and continue working. But if you’re eager to move on to the next phase of your life, you might be tempted to accept the buyout package — if you can afford to retire. To make that determination, you’ll need to consider several factors: • Your family situation — If you have children, are they out of college? Whether they are or not, are you still helping support them? How about elderly parents? Do you need to provide them with financial support? You’ll need to know the answers to these questions to help evaluate your need to continue working. • Your eligibility for Social Security — You can start collecting Social Security as early as 62, but if you wait until your “full” retirement age, which will probably be around 66, your monthly payments will be larger. And if you delay taking payments until you’re 70, you can collect the maximum payments. If you continue working, but also start taking Social Security, your benefits will be reduced, up until you reach full retirement age. After that point, you can earn as much as you want without losing any benefits. • Your potential income stream from retirement accounts — You don’t have to start taking withdrawals (“distributions”) from your traditional IRA and your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement plan until you’re 70-1/2. But if you want to take early retirement, you’ll likely have to tap into these resources much sooner, so you’ll need to calculate some hypothetical withdrawal rates to make sure your money will last. • Your investment mix — Outside your IRA and 401(k), you may well have built an investment portfolio over the years. As you contemplate early retirement, you’ll need to look at this portfolio to see if it’s structured, or could be structured, to provide you with both the income stream you’ll need as a retiree and the growth potential to keep your investment returns ahead of inflation, so that you don’t lose purchasing power over time. As you consider drawing on your retirement accounts and your investments to help fund an early retirement, you may want to consult with a professional financial advisor — someone with the expertise and experience to help make sure you’ve got an income stream that’s big enough to support your lifestyle, but not so big that you’d eventually outlive your money. Once you’ve considered all these factors, and gotten the help you need, you’ll be able to make an informed choice as to whether you should accept that early buyout offer — and then your future awaits you. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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The action comes just a week after Tony Green opened the Barry County’s first medical marijuana clinic in the village of Nashville The Hastings Planning Commission once again tabled discussion of an ordinance to regulate the production, sale and use of medical marijuana within the city limits. According to Hastings City Manager and Planning Commissioner Secretary Jeff Mansfield, the city is waiting to see if the state develops any regulations or guidelines regarding medical marijuana. The planning commission also held a public hearing on an amendment to city ordinances regarding setbacks in the business dis- Two-vehicle accident sends three to hospitals trict. However, the commission decided not to forward the amendment to the city council until other related ordinance changes also are ready for approval so they might all be considered at once. The planning commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance regulating electronic or LED signs in the city at its next regular meeting slated for 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1. The commission also will hold a public hearing on amendments to the local zoning ordinance that would allow the construction of a multi-story accessory building, such as a carriage house in the area currently zoned apartment/office. The planning commission also discussed potential developments for the Court Street planned-unit development and directed Hastings Community Development Director John Hart to speak with the developer about refining plans for the site. Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Emergency Response Teams arrive to help victims of a two-vehicle accident at the corner of M-37 and Irving Road Oct. 5. A Spectrum Aeromed helicopter arrives to transport the driver of one vehicle to Grand Rapids. Heather Veenstra, 18, of Hastings, was traveling north on Irving Road Oct. 5 in a Chevrolet Cavalier when she pulled into the path of a Chrysler Town and Country minivan, driven by Stacy Caldwell, 35, who was traveling east on M-37. Caldwell and her 12-year-old passenger were transported to Pennock by ambulance, complaining of various pains. Veenstra was airlifted by helicopter to Spectrum in Grand Rapids, with multiple injuries to her left side. Their conditions are unknown. Thursday, Oct. 7 — Movie Memories remembers Jennifer Jones in “The Song of Bernadette,” 5 to 8 p.m.; the library’s book club discusses Sebastian Barry’s The Secret Scripture. Friday, Oct. 8 — preschool story time about autumn 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Monday, Oct. 11 — “Crash Course,” a brown bag discussion noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12 — toddler story time talks about “toys, toys, toys” 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13 — First to Third Club explores “fairy houses,” 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library for more information at 269-945-4263. Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them The BANNER To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 ��The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. Notwithstanding, if the debt secured by this property was discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is NOT an attempt to collect that debt. You are presently in default under your Mortgage Security Agreement, and the Mortgage Holder may be contemplating the commencement of foreclosure proceedings under the terms of that Agreement and Michigan law. You have no legal obligation to pay amounts due under the discharged note. A loan modification may not serve to revive that obligation. However, in the event you wish to explore options that may avert foreclosure, please contact our office at the number listed below. Attention: The following notice shall apply only if the property encumbered by the mortgage described below is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.7cc. Attention Darcey E. Trippett and Melanie Trippett, regarding the property at 142 Hunters Trail Ct., Middleville, MI 49333. The following notice does not apply if you have previously agreed to modify the mortgage loan under section 3205b. 3205a, 3205b and 3205c do not apply unless the terms of the modified mortgage loan entered into were complied with for one year after the date of the modification. You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. is the designee with authority to make agreements under MCL 600.3205b and MCL 600.3205c, and can be contacted at: 811 South Blvd., Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123. You may also contact a housing counselor. For more information, contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) by visiting www.michigan.gov/mshda or calling (866) 946-7432. If you request a meeting with Potestivo & Associates, P.C. within 14 days after the notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not commence until at least 90 days after the date said notice was mailed. If an agreement to modify the mortgage loan is reached and you abide by the terms of the agreement, the mortgage will not be foreclosed. You have the right to contact an attorney and can obtain contact information through the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738. Dated: October 7, 2010. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 information may be faxed to (248)267-3004, Attention: Loss Mitigation Our File No: 10-31075 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott Zalewski, a Married Man and Wanda Zalewski, His Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 28, 2007, and recorded on October 1, 2007 in instrument 200710010002589, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Six Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Nine And 24/100 Dollars ($176,499.24), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: That part of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 29, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the East corner of said Section; thence North 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds West 2271.10 feet along the East and West line of said Section to the place of beginning; thence South 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West 257.83 feet; thence North 86 degrees 08 minutes 29 seconds West 360.40 feet to the centerline of State Highway M-43; thence North 02 degrees 45 minutes 43 seconds East 256.45 feet along said centerline to said East and West line; thence South 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds East 361.61 feet along said East and West line to the place of beginning. Subject to and together with a 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress and utilities as described in the Easement description. Easement description: A 66 foot wide easement for ingress, egress and utilities in the Northeast and the Southeast of Section 29, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the East corner of said Section; thence North 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds West 2071.10 feet along the East and West line of said Section to the place of beginning; thence South 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West 33.00 feet; thence North 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds West 167.00 feet; thence South 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West 224.95 feet; thence North 86 degrees 08 minutes 29 seconds West 393.40 feet to the centerline of State Highway M-43; thence North 02 degrees 45 minutes 43 seconds East 66.00 feet along said centerline; thence South 86 degrees 08 minutes 29 seconds East 327.72 feet; thence North 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds East 158.70 feet; thence North 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds West 167.00 feet; thence North 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds East 66.00 feet; thence South 86 degrees 21 minutes 44 seconds East 400.00 feet; thence South 03 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West 33.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #337739F01 77549675 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on November 20, 2007, by WILLIAM N. WILBURN and ANGELA M. WILBURN, husband and wife, as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on November 27, 2007, in Instrument No. 20071127-0004596, which Mortgagee’s interest was assigned to COMMERCIAL BANK by Assignment of Mortgage dated August 31, 2010, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on September 8, 2010, in Instrument No. 201009080008276 (the “Mortgage”), on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty Two and 03/100 Dollars ($120,752.03), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, October 14, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: UNIT NO. 36 VALLEY RIDGE ESTATE CONDOMINIUM, ACCORDING TO THE MASTER DEED RECORDED IN DOCUMENT NO 1153680 AND AMENDED IN DOCUMENT NO. 1158513 AND DOCUMENT NO. 1162264 AND DESIGNATED AS BARRY COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 44 TOGETHER WITH RIGHTS IN COMMON ELEMENTS AS SET FORTH IN THE ABOVE MASTER DEED AND AS DESCRIBED IN ACT 229 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1963 AND ACT 59 OF PUBLIC ACTS OF 1978 AND AMENDMENTS THERETO, IRVING TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY MICHIGAN. Commonly known as Sugar Creek Dr., Middleville, Michigan. The length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of the sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 Commercial Bank By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77549724 18,160,114.1\105064-00208 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage executed on November 30, 2005, by WILLIAM N. WILBURN and ANGELA M. WILBURN, husband and wife, and BARBARA J. SINCLAIR, a single woman, as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on December 2, 2005, in Instrument No. 1157092, and modified by Loan Modification Agreement and Affidavit Pursuant to MCL 565.381 and MCL 565.382 dated January 17, 2007, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on January 25, 2007, in Instrument No. 1175584, which Mortgagee’s interest was assigned to COMMERCIAL BANK by Assignment of Mortgage dated August 31, 2010, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on September 8, 2010, in Instrument No. 201009080008274, and a certain Mortgage executed on November 14, 2007, by WILLIAM N. WILBURN and ANGELA M. WILBURN, husband and wife; as Mortgagors, to MAINSTREET SAVINGS BANK, FSB, as Mortgagee, which mortgage was recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on November 16, 2007, in Instrument No. 20071116-0004323, which Mortgagee’s interest was assigned to Commercial Bank by Assignment of Mortgage dated August 31, 2010, and recorded with the Barry County Register of Deeds on September 8, 2010, in Instrument No. 201009080008275 (collectively the “Mortgage”), on which Mortgage there is claimed to be an indebtedness, as defined by the Mortgage, due and unpaid in the amount of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Seven Hundred Thirteen and 70/100 Dollars ($115,713.70), as of the date of this notice, including principal and interest, and other costs secured by the Mortgage, no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale in the Mortgage having become operative by reason of the default. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, October 14, 2010, at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon, at the Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the unpaid amount of the indebtedness due on the Mortgage, together with legal costs and expenses of sale, certain property located in Barry County, Michigan, described in the Mortgage as follows: LOT 41 OF AL-GON-QUIN NORTH SHORE SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF IN LIBER 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 50, EXCEPT THE SOUTH 10 FEET THEREOF, RUTLAND TOWNSHIP. Commonly known as 1636 Pinecrest, Hastings, Michigan. The length of the redemption period will be six (6) months from the date of the sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 Commercial Bank By: Danielle Mason Anderson, Esq. Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. 277 South Rose Street, Suite 5000 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 18,160,102.1\105064-00208 77549719 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT CIRCUIT COURT-FAMILY DIVISION PUBLICATIN OF NOTICE OF HEARING FILE NO. 10025692NC In the matter of Joshua Tyler Stacy. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS including: whose address(es) are unknown and whose interest in the matter may be barred or affected by the following: TAKE NOTICE: A hearing will be held on October 27, 2010 at 3:30 p.m. at 206 W. Court, Suite 302, Hastings before Judge William M. Doherty for the following purpose: Petition to change name of Joshua Tyler Stacy to Joshua Tyler Johnson. Date: 9/30/10 Joshua Tyler Stacy 1414 S. Broadway Hastings, MI 49058 77550299 269-948-2410 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage executed by Sallye Gordon McLean, a single woman and Jeffrey Norman Beebe, a married man, as joint tenants with full rights of survivorship and not as tenants in common, and Linda K. Beebe, his wife, Mortgagors, to the Eaton Federal Savings Bank of Charlotte, Eaton County, Michigan, a corporation organized under the laws of the United States, Mortgagee, dated January 12, 2006 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on January, 19, 2006 in Document 1159102, Pages 112, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due on September 30, 2010, for principal, interest, late charges and delinquent escrow balance, the sum of Two Hundred Seven Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy Eight and 96/100 Dollars, ($207,878.96), and said Mortgagee having elected to declare all sums secured by said Mortgage immediately due and payable because of the several defaults of the Mortgagors and no proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, the said Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction to the highest bidder, at the East steps of the Circuit Court Building, 206 W. State St., Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on October 28, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock, local time in the afternoon of said day, and said premises will be sold to pay the amount then due on said Mortgage, together with Seven and One Half, (7.500%) percent per annum interest, legal costs, attorney fees and also any taxes, insurance premiums and any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned Mortgagee which it deemed necessary to pay to protect its interest in the premises, which said premises are described in said Mortgage as follows, to wit: Parcel B, Lots 11 and 12 of Assessor’s Plat No. 1 in the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 62. Village of Nashville, County of Barry, State of Michigan. The redemption period will be Six (6) months from the time of such sale unless the property is deemed abandoned according to MCL600.3201 to 600.3280, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days. EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK A Federally Chartered Savings Bank 236 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 Dated: September 30, 2010 77550031 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tamara Lalone, an unmarried woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 15, 2005 and recorded July 26, 2005 in Instrument Number 1150085, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-One Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-One and 18/100 Dollars ($61,581.18) including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on OCTOBER 14, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the South 1/4 post of Section 31, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan, thence, North 00 degrees 30 minutes 54 seconds East, 2634.06 feet along the North-South 1/4 line of said Section 31 to the East West 1/4 line of said Section 31; thence North 89 degrees 41 minutes 48 seconds West, 134.84 feet along said East West 1/4 line to the point of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 41 minutes 48 seconds West 166.41 feet along said East-West 1/4 line; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 54 seconds West, 173.49 feet; thence south 89 degrees 41 minutes 48 seconds East, 164.47 feet; thence North 01 degree 09 minutes 19 seconds East, 173.51 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes 33 Southerly of the centerline of Irving Road, said centerline described as follows: commencing at the South 1/4 post of said Section 31; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 54 seconds East, 2304.06 feet along the North-South 1/4 line of said Section 31; thence South 89 degrees 41 minutes 48 seconds East, 9.08 feet to the centerline of McCain Road and the point of beginning; thence North 00 degrees 55 mintues 36 seconds East, 360.65 feet, along said centerline to the centerline of Irving Road; thence Southwesterly along the centerline of Irving Road and the arc of a curve to the left 252.65 feet, the radius of which is 746.82 feet and the chord of which bears South 80 degrees 36 minutes 42 seconds West, 251.46 feet; thence continuing along said centerline South 70 degrees 55 minutes 13 seconds West 112.00 feet to the point of ending. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 16, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.6300 ASAP# 3733502 09/16/2010, 09/23/2010, 77549687 09/30/2010, 10/07/2010 SYNOPSIS HOPE TOWNSHIP SPECIAL BOARD MEETING SEPT. 28, 2010 All Board members present. 12 guests. Approved: Previous Minutes Expenses for MTA 2011 Conference Purchase of Sexton Shirts Head Road Project Long Lake-Cloverdale Association Resolution Resolution to Approve Plans for WLAPC Project Resolution to Schedule Hearing on Assessment Roll for WLAPC Project Adjourned at 7:25 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by 77550283 Patricia Albert, Supervisor Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven L Williams a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 29, 2005, and recorded on May 5, 2005 in instrument 1146012, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Six And 72/100 Dollars ($125,496.72), including interest at 4.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 21, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of Lot 10 of Supervisor Glasgow's Addition to the City of Hastings, as recorded in Liber 3 of plats, page 3, distant North 00 degrees 24 mintues 40 seconds East, 153.00 feet from the Southwest corner of said Lot; thence North 00 degrees 24 minutes 40 seconds East 103.14 feet along said west line; thence North 89 degrees 53 minutes 20 seconds East 200.00 feet thence South 00 degrees 24 minutes 41 seconds West 103.39 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 47 seconds West, 200.00 feet to the point of beginning, Except the North 2.73 feet thereof, City of Hastings, Barry County Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549853 File #241882F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dennis Jay Steffes aka Dennis J Steffes and Tina Marie Steffes aka Tina M Steffes, husband and wife, as tenants by the entireties, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 22, 2004, and recorded on December 2, 2004 in instrument 1138030, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EMC Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-Eight And 54/100 Dollars ($227,788.54), including interest at 4% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 28, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northwesterly corner of Lot 1 of Algonquin North Shores Subdivision, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 50, in Section 2, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, and Running thence North 51 degrees 04 minutes East 41.18 feet along Northwesterly line of said Lot; thence South 55 degrees 01 minutes 24 seconds East 57.0 feet along the Northeasterly side of said Lot; thence South 01 degrees 06 minutes 14 seconds West 155.34 feet along the East line of said Lot; thence North 89 degrees 22 minutes West 40.0 feet along the Plat Meander Line; thence North 22 degrees 45 minutes 04 seconds West 91.51 feet to a point on the West line of said Lot 1, distant South 00 degrees 16 minutes East 77.28 feet from the Northwesterly corner thereof; thence North 56 degrees 43 minutes 34 seconds West 85.40 feet to the center of Iroquois Trail (platted North Shore Drive); thence North 51 degrees 04 minutes East 65.0 feet along the center of said Street; thence South 00 degrees 16 minutes East 32.02 feet to the place of beginning. Extending the Easterly and Westerly sidelines to the Water's Edge of Algonquin Lake. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #337812F01 77550037 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10025688 DE Estate of Marlene Kay Sampson. Date of birth: 10/26/1944. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Marlene Kay Sampson, who lived at 13703 Carefree Drive, Battle Creek, Michigan died 03/29/2009. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Floyd J. Sampson, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court Street, Hastings, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 10/04/2010 Matthew L. Glaser P40490 2510 Capital Ave. SW, Suite 103 Battle Creek, Michigan 49015 (269) 964-9035 Floyd J. Sampson 13703 Carefree Drive Battle Creek, Michigan 49017 (269) 721-8883 77550343 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy E Huver, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 20, 2005, and recorded on September 26, 2005 in instrument 1153387, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-One Thousand Four Hundred Eighteen And 48/100 Dollars ($71,418.48), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That Part of Lots 614, 615 and 616 of the City, Formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, lying on the South side of the highway The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550334 File #323917F02 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by JEFFREY L. KENYON and DENISE P. KENYON, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated June 14, 2005, and recorded on September 9, 2005, in Document No. 1152460, and assigned by said mortgagee to GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Nine Thousand Eighty-Four Dollars and EightyEight Cents ($209,084.88), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on November 4, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DISTANT NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST 1299.40 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH 01 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 40 SECONDS EAST 1390.24 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 16 SECONDS EAST 907.53 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST 887.35 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST 220.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST 495.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST 687.53 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO A PRIVATE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS, EGRESS AND PUBLIC UTILITIES PURPOSES, 66 FEET WIDE, DESCRIBED AS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DISTANT NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST 1299.40 FEET FROM THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 01 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 40 SECONDS EAST 1390.24 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH 85 DEGREES 43 MINUTES 19 SECONDS EAST 66.37 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST 1396.82 FEET TO SAID SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST 66 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY FOR M-43. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 4, 2010 GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77550353 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Lona Cribley and Billy Cribley, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 402 E Grand St, Hastings, MI 490581919. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 5, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 5, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550347 File # 346019F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Erin Merritt, a single woman and John F. Merritt, a married man and Jane Merritt, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 18, 2008, and recorded on April 24, 2008 in instrument 200804240004444, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Thousand Four Hundred SeventySeven And 67/100 Dollars ($85,477.67), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lot 997 and the East 1/2 of the North 1/2 of Lot 998 of City Formerly Village of Hastings, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Liber A of Plats, Page 1 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550321 File #340480F01 NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. Notwithstanding, if the debt secured by this property was discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is NOT an attempt to collect that debt. You are presently in default under your Mortgage Security Agreement, and the Mortgage Holder may be contemplating the commencement of foreclosure proceedings under the terms of that Agreement and Michigan law. You have no legal obligation to pay amounts due under the discharged note. A loan modification may not serve to revive that obligation. However, in the event you wish to explore options that may avert foreclosure, please contact our office at the number listed below. Attention: The following notice shall apply only if the property encumbered by the mortgage described below is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.7cc. Attention Timothy Wolfgang, regarding the property at 136 Florence St Woodland, MI 48897. The following notice does not apply if you have previously agreed to modify the mortgage loan under section 3205b. 3205a, 3205b and 3205c do not apply unless the terms of the modified mortgage loan entered into were complied with for one year after the date of the modification. You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. is the designee with authority to make agreements under MCL 600.3205b and MCL 600.3205c, and can be contacted at: 811 South Blvd., Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123. You may also contact a housing counselor. For more information, contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) by visiting www.michigan.gov/mshda or calling (866) 946-7432. If you request a meeting with Potestivo & Associates, P.C.within 14 days after the notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not commence until at least 90 days after the date said notice was mailed. If an agreement to modify the mortgage loan is reached and you abide by the terms of the agreement, the mortgage will not be foreclosed. You have the right to contact an attorney and can obtain contact information through the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738. Dated: October 7, 2010. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 information may be faxed to (248)267-3004, Attention: Loss Mitigation Our File No: 10-31026 77550360 SYNOPSIS HOPE TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING SEPT. 13, 2010 All Board members present 3 guests Approved: Previous Minutes Standing Reports Bills Repairs to Park Shed Purchase back of grave spaces Resolution to Establish, and Hold Public Hearings to Designate a Special Assessment District For Wall Lake Aquatic Plant Control Project Repairs to Brush Ridge Cemetery Building Special Assessment Delinquencies Opening the Hope Township Master Plan Purchase of Aerial Photo of Hope Twp. Hall 2 Budget Amendments. Adjourned 8:40 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by 77550286 Patricia Albert, Supervisor Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by John Liolen Sevigny, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Option One Mortgage Corporation, A California Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 15, 2005, and recorded on August 29, 2005 in instrument 1151809, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Soundview Home Loan Trust 2005-OPT3, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-OPT3 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Four Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-Five And 28/100 Dollars ($104,535.28), including interest at 8.59% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan described as: Commencing 70.57 Feet North of the Northwest Corner of Lot 9, Sam Bravata Plat, Then West 168.60 Feet, Thence North 0 Degrees 33 Minutes West 60 Feet along the West property Line, as described in Liber 244, Page 407, Thence East 169.19 Feet, Thence South 60 Feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549670 File #177698F02 NOTICE OF ADOPTION FOR Ordinance #A-1-2010 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF BARRY COUNTY TO ADD TO THE FOLLOWING ARTICLES – ARTICLE 4, 5, & 10 BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN HEREBY ORDAINS: Article 4 - Nonconformities Section 401 Nonconforming Lots; under C. - add 1. For riparian lots on Gun Lake, the minimum side yard setback shall not be less than 5 feet. Article 5 - General Provisions Section 514 - Fences - under A. (2.) add a. For riparian lots on Gun Lake, no portion of the fence shall be located closer than 30 feet to the water’s edge; provided, however, that chain link fencing may extend to within 10 feet of the water’s edge. Article 10 - Recreational Lakes Section 1002 - Special Land Uses Delete - “Convenience Store” and Add - “Adult Foster Care, subject to Section 2307” Section 1005 - District Regulations - add the following: 4. Maximum Building Height add.... “which, shall exceed a height of 45 feet, except those parcels that meet the conditions of subsection 4 (a),... a. For riparian lots on Gun Lake, the maximum height of livable floor space shall not exceed 30 feet from the main floor grade to the finished floor. 5. Minimum Building Setbacks b. add 1. For riparian lots on Gun Lake, the front setback shall be 10 feet or the average setback of existing structures within 300 feet of the proposed structure. e. add 1. For riparian lots on Gun Lake, each structure shall have a setback of 25 feet or the average of setback of the existing structures within 150 feet of the proposed structure. 7. Minimum Lot Coverage - add a. For riparian lots on Gun Lake, the maximum amount of impervious surface on a lot shall be 40 percent. BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN Date: September 28, 2010 By: Robert Houtman, Chairman Barry County Board of Commissioners Date: September 28, 2010 By: Pamela A. Jarvis, Barry County Clerk Published Date: October 7, 2010 The above named ordinance becomes effective October 14, 2010. Copy of this ordinance is available for purchase or inspection in the Barry County Planning Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, Michigan between the hours 8:00 A.M. - 5 P.M. (closed between 12-1 p.m.), Monday thru Friday. Please call (269) 945-1290 for further information. 77550330 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to John Hamill and Linda Hamill, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1055 Baseline Rd, Battle Creek, MI 49017-8222. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 1, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 1, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550061 File # 345538F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Robert L Robinson and Sandra L Robinson, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 5400 Woodland Rd # M66, Woodland, MI 48897-9728. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 1, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 1, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550301 File # 162145F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Dianna Fase and Milford Fase, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 12815 Burroughs Rd, Delton, MI 490469434. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 4, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 4, 2010. I f the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550328 File # 345643F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael J. Thompson, a single person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 17, 2008, and recorded on November 5, 2008 in instrument 20081105-0010752, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eleven Thousand Twenty And 36/100 Dollars ($111,020.36), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1175 of the City, Formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550314 File #312831F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Debra Stowe, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated November 21, 2007, and recorded on December 5, 2007 in instrument 20071205-0004884, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Four Hundred Fifty-Nine And 76/100 Dollars ($113,459.76), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 7, Block 49, Village of Middleville, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 27. Subject to easements, restrictions and reservations of record, if any The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549633 File #336478F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Joseph R. Huebner, a married man and Teresa M. Huebner, a married woman, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated February 10, 2003, and recorded on February 18, 2003 in instrument 1097846, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twelve Thousand Two Hundred FiftySeven And 14/100 Dollars ($112,257.14), including interest at 6.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 21, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6 of Block D of Charles H. Bauer's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 57. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549826 File #338425F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dwayne R Taggart and Tonya M Taggart, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2008, and recorded on October 29, 2008 in instrument 200810290010560, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Two Thousand Twenty And 35/100 Dollars ($162,020.35), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, of Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at a point on the West line of said Section 17, 966 Feet North of the Southwest corner of a place of beginning; thence South 224 Feet; thence East 258 Feet; thence North 100 Feet; thence in a Northwesterly direction to the place of beginning. Also Commencing at a point on the West Section line of Section 17, 573 Feet North of the Southwest corner of said Section 17; thence East 258 Feet; thence North parallel with the West Section line 169 Feet; thence West 258 Feet to the said West Section line; thence South 169 Feet on the West Section line to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550304 File #340627F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by JOEL LYNN KEYZER and SHELLY KEYZER, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 3, 2006, and recorded on November 13, 2006, in Document No. 1172623, and assigned by said mortgagee to FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Three Thousand Three Hundred SeventyOne Dollars and Two Cents ($193,371.02), including interest at 7.250% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on October 21, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: PARCEL 1: LOT 2 OF THE PLAT OF HOME ACRES, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED LIBER 4 OF PLATS, ON PAGE 67. PARCEL 2: ALSO, A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 6, TOWN 1 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 1 OF PLATS OF HOME ACRES, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, THENCE NORTH 40 DEGREES 13 MINUTES WEST 295.52 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 2 OF SAID PLAT, THENCE SOUTH 47 DEGREES 17 MINUTES WEST 100 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 40 DEGREES 13 MINUTES EAST 281.87 FEET; THENCE NORTH 55 DEGREES 33 MINUTES EAST 100.41 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 20, 2010 FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77549860 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary P Timmer aka Gary Timmer and Julie Timmer, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated March 25, 2005, and recorded on April 11, 2005 in instrument 1144746, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-One Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Nine And 88/100 Dollars ($91,879.88), including interest at 6.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: One-Seventh 1/7 of Lot 36 of Supervisor's plat, Ford Point, according to the recorded plat thereof also, a pracel had in the Southeast Fractional 1/4 of Section 5, Town 1 North, Range 10 West described as: Commencing at the East corner of the Lot sold by Charles H Ford to Walter Fishleight, being known as Lot 38 of Supervisor's plat of Ford's point, thence North 60 degrees East 96 feet for the place of beginning. Thence North 44 degrees West 160 feet, Thence North 17 degrees East 66 feet, thence South 46 degrees East 210 feet, Thence South 60 degrees West 66 feet to beginning, Variatin 1 degrees 30 minutes, also known as Lot 41 of Supervisor's plat of Ford's point, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549659 File #263719F02 �Page 12 — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Brian Speck and Amy Speck, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 7794 Bowens Mill Rd, Middleville, MI 49333-8262. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 5, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 5, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550345 File # 297518F03 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Geraldine Oosterhouse, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 7621 N Noffke Dr, Caledonia, MI 493168818. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 5, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 5, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550339 File # 342392F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darwin R. Mead, an unmarried man, to Fifth Third Mortgage MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated November 15, 2005 and recorded November 21, 2005 in Instrument Number 1156516, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-Nine Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Nine and 15/100 Dollars ($49,749.15) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on OCTOBER 21, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/4 of Section 33, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 33; thence South 624 feet, thence East 264 feet, thence North, 624 feet, thence West 264 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 23, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.7009 ASAP# 3739830 09/23/2010, 09/30/2010, 10/07/2010, 10/14/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott Foy, a single man and Elesha Wiese, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 24, 2006, and recorded on November 1, 2006 in instrument 1172206, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Eight And 65/100 Dollars ($106,998.65), including interest at 7.6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of section 34, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, thence West 10 Rods, thence North 18 Rods; thence East 10 Rods to section line; thence south 18 Rods to point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550293 File #339608F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sandy Reid and Ruth Reid, joint tenants with full rights of survivorship, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 26, 2005, and recorded on October 3, 2005 in instrument 1153730, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for Deutsche Bank Alt-A Securities, Inc., Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2006AB1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred One Thousand Two Hundred Four And 16/100 Dollars ($101,204.16), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 28, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 73 and 74 of Aben Johnson's Addition Number 2, to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #339743F01 77549977 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tricia Mosley, and Anthony Mosley, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 24, 2007, and recorded on July 10, 2007 in instrument 1182789, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Thirty-One Thousand One Hundred Ninety And 79/100 Dollars ($331,190.79), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 5 of thornapple Hills Site Condominium, according to the Master Deed Recorded in Liber 560 on Page 416, together with an undivded interest in the common and limited elements of said Condominium as set forth in said Master Deed and as described. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #282924F01 77550064 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage dated November 19, 2004, given by DOUGLAS J. KRAMER and JUDY L. KRAMER, as Mortgagors, to BYRON BANK now known as CHEMICAL BANK, as Mortgagee, as recorded on December 9, 2004, as instrument number 1138407 of Barry Records, Pages 1-18, as modified on November 5, 2007 and recorded on November 19, 2007, as instrument number 20071119-0004389, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid as of September 8, 2010, for principal and interest, the sum of $381,134.25; no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part of the debt, secured by said mortgage; the power of sale in said mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; and the Mortgagee having exercised and hereby exercising its right of acceleration as a result of the default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, October 14, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., Barry County Courthouse, that being the place for holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying amounts due and unpaid under said mortgage, together with legal costs and charges of sale, including attorney fees as provided by law and in said mortgage, and any and all other lawful charges and expenditures from the date of this notice until said date of sale, the lands in said mortgage is located at 923 Palmer Drive, Middleville, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, parcel no. 08-16-055-005-00, further mentioned and described as follows: Lot(s) 10 and 11, Supervisor’s Plat of Brigg’s Subdivision, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 34. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 9, 2010 Byron Bank now known as Chemical Bank, Mortgagee CUNNINGHAM DALMAN, P.C. Attorneys for Mortgagee /s/ Ronald J. Vander Veen Ronald J. Vander Veen 321 Settlers Road, P.O. Box 1767 Holland, MI 49422-1767 (616) 392-1821 This notice is given in efforts to collect a debt owed to Chemical Bank. Any information provided in response to this notice will be used for that pur77549645 pose. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Raneane Risner and Brian Risner wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 17, 2006, and recorded on March 20, 2006 in instrument 1161505, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety And 98/100 Dollars ($102,790.98), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 21, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 33, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of said Section 33; thence East 20 rods to the place of beginning; thence East 8 rods; thence South 208.5 feet; thence West 8 rods; thence North 208.5 feet. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549820 File #302519F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Janice L. Tamminga, A married woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 10, 2006, and recorded on November 16, 2006 in instrument 1172799, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Nineteen And 48/100 Dollars ($78,919.48), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast Corner of the Northeast Quarter of Section 23, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Thence West 220 feet, Thence North 990 feet, Thence West 220 feet, Thence South 990 feet, Thence East to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549680 File #261116F03 77549809 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Michael Sheldon and Stacy Sheldon, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 2907 Loehrs Landing Dr, Hastings, MI 49058-7685. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 4, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 4, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550326 File # 345767F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Daniel Leo Young and Colleen Young, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 30, 2007, and recorded on October 31, 2007 in instrument 200710310003701, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Four Hundred Fifteen And 30/100 Dollars ($80,415.30), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 17, E.W. Bliss Replat, according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 3 of plats, Page 24 of Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550309 File #266644F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David J. Vanderslik Sr., single man, original mortgagor(s), to Credit Union Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated May 14, 2001, and recorded on May 18, 2001 in instrument 1059958, and assigned by said Mortgagee to DFCU Financial as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand One Hundred Eighty And 55/100 Dollars ($120,180.55), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 28, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Condominium Unit 21, Bay Meadow Condominiums, a Condominium according to the Master Deed recorded November 22, 2000, in Document Number 1052229 in the Office of Barry County Register of Deeds and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 19, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978 as amended The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #268579F02 77549943 NOTICE TO BORROWER PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205 The undersigned is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. TO: Karen M. Cypret 5951 Larkwood Ct., Apt. 1B Kalamazoo, MI 49048-6646 State law requires that you receive this notice. You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder, Lake Michigan Credit Union. The person to contact that has authority to make an agreement with you for loan modification is Kevin Langseth, (616) 643-0630, who may also be contacted at P.O. Box 2848, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49501-2848. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) website (www.michigan.gov/mshda) or by calling MSHDA at (517) 373-8370, TTY #1-800382-4568. If you request a meeting with the Designated person, foreclosure will not start until ninety (90) days after the date notice is mailed to you. If you and either of the designated persons reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number for the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 968-0738. Dated: October 1, 2010 Lake Michigan Credit Union MORTGAGE HOLDER THIS INSTRUMENT PREPARED BY: ________________________________ Charles J. Hiemstra (P-24332) Attorney for Mortgage Holder 125 Ottawa Ave., NW, Suite 310 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77550332 (616) 235-3100 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Andrew C. Harkness and Linda Lou Harkness aka Linda L. Harkness, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 18, 2004, and recorded on October 28, 2004 in instrument 1136263, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Nine And 87/100 Dollars ($90,489.87), including interest at 2% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 14, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 9 and the East 2 feet of Lot 10 of Block 49 of the Village of Middleville, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 27. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549639 File #260772F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rick Fuller aka Ricky Fuller a married man and Nancy Fuller his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 10, 2007, and recorded on October 17, 2007 in instrument 200710170003147, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Four Hundred Eighty And 90/100 Dollars ($113,480.90), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 28, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the center post of said Section 17 for place of beginning, thence West 11 Rods, thence South 60 Rods, thence East 11 Rods, to the 1/4 line, thence North along Section line 60 Rods to the center post of said Section 17 to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549968 File #293705F02 �Page 14 — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner CHAMBER, from page 1 Shoppe, Barry County Telephone and MEI Wireless, Pennock Health Services, Progressive Graphics, Seasonal Grille and Yankee Springs Golf Course. The chamber presented two brick awards this year, one for a facility and one for infrastructure. Justin Straube, owner (with Bill and Irene Cook) of the Seasonal Grille in Hastings received the Brick Award for a facility for creation of a restaurant and restoring a building to its true beauty. David Vaughan accepted the Brick Award for infrastructure for the more than $1.5 million invested by Barry County Telephone and MEI Wireless to expand wireless coverage into an area including most of Gun Lake and Rutland Township. Byrnes encouraged those at the annual dinner to continue to support the county and to grow the chamber membership. Anyone who would like more information about the Barry County Chamber of Commerce may call the office at 269-9452454. Barry County Chamber of Commerce President Valerie Byrnes (left) presents a certificate to 2010 Athena Award nominee Katherine Sheldon. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Misha Neil flew in from Elmira to congratulate her mother, Carla Wilson-Neil, on being chosen the Athena Award recipient. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The Barry County Chamber of Commerce presented two brick awards. Here, committee chair Deb Hatfield presents Justin Straube with the Brick Award for a Facility for the Seasonal Grille in Hastings as Chamber of Commerce President Valerie Byrnes looks on. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Car rolls in State Street accident Deb Hatfield (left) presents the Brick Award for infrastructure to David Vaughan of Barry County Telephone and MEI Wireless for its more than $1.5 million investment in expanding wireless coverage in Barry County. Chamber of Commerce President Valerie Byrnes applauds the effort, as well. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Hastings Police and BIRCH firefighters respond to a rollover accident Wednesday, Sept. 29, near the intersection of North Park Street and West State Street. A vehicle driven by a 21-year-old Hastings man attempted to cross State Street on Park Street and pulled into the path of a westbound vehicle driven by a 58-year-old Eaton Rapids man. The collision caused the Hastings man’s vehicle to overturn. Mercy Ambulance responded to the scene and transported the Eaton Rapids driver to Pennock Hospital for treatment. His condition is unknown. COURT NEWS Matthew E. Barney, 37, of Plainwell was sentenced Sept. 30 for operating and maintaining a methamphetamine laboratory. Firefighters discovered the laboratory while putting out a pole barn fire. Barney will serve one month in jail with 28 days for credit served. He must pay $7,113 in costs and restitution. The charge of operating/maintaining a meth lab near a specified place was dropped by the prosecution. Sept. 30, Laurie J. Beggs appeared in circuit court to be sentenced for larceny and embezzlement. Beggs, 37, of Middleville pleaded guilty to larceny of $20,000 or more from a safety deposit box and embezzlement of more than $50,000 but less than $100,000 from the same victim’s trust fund. Beggs was sentenced to 12 months with credit for one day served, along with 60 months of probation. She was also ordered to pay $108,637 in costs and restitution. Jail time could be reduced at the rate of $3,000 per month. She paid $36,000 and will not serve jail time. The remaining balance will be paid at the rate of a minimum $100 per week. Charges dropped by prosecution included embezzlement of $100,000 or more, false pretenses of $20,000 or more, and larceny by conversion of $20,000 or more. Carla Wilson-Neil, holding the statue, is the 2010 Athena Award winner. She is congratulated by the 2009 Athena Award recipient Lani Forbes. (Photo by Patricia Johns) President Jennie Olsen accepts an award from Dave Hatfield in recognition of her service to the Barry County Chamber of Commerce. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Sharon J. Phillips, 32, of Kalamazoo was sentenced in circuit court Sept. 30. Phillips was convicted of controlled substance possession/analogues. She was sentenced to eight days in jail with credit for eight days served, in addition to 12 months of probation. Phillips was ordered to pay $378 in court costs. Her driver’s license was suspended for six months, restricted after 30 days for treatment, employment or probation. Charge of controlled substance, possession of methamphetamine/ecstasy and possession of marijuana were dropped be the prosecution. Rhody G. Kraemer was sentenced Sept. 29 to three months in jail with credit for 22 days served. He also must serve six months of probation. Kraemer pleaded guilty to assaulting/resisting/obstructing a Barry County deputy, attempted weapons, loaded rifle in vehicle, and operating while impaired. He was ordered to pay $1,334 in costs and restitution, but may suspend the jail and probation time with payment of $1,334. The prosecutor dropped a charge of weapons-firearms, possession of a loaded firearm and the charge of operating while intoxicated. Erin M. Ernsberger-Leonard, 31, of Delton was sentenced on Sept. 29, in circuit court. She pleaded guilty of controlled substance operating/maintaining a methamphetamine laboratory. Leonard will serve 49 days in jail with credit for 49 days served. She must also serve 24 months of probation and pay $378 in court costs. Her driver’s license is suspended for six months and restricted after 30 days for treatment, employment, probation. Charges were dropped for operating or maintaining a methamphetamine lab and operating or maintaining a methamphetamine lab in the presence of a minor. A Middleville woman, Leah B. Kennicott, 29, was sentence to three months of jail and 36 months of probation for operating under the influence of liquor, third offense. She was stopped while driving on East Main Street in Middleville. Kennicott will receive credit for one day of jail time and was ordered to pay $1,128 in court costs. Upon payment of $1,128, the last 60 days of jail time will be suspended. A charge of operating a vehicle with license suspended, revoked or denied was dropped by the prosecution. Deb Button presents Pat Buckland with the Exemplary Customer Service Award for 2010. (Photo by Patricia Johns) At right: Musical entertainment is provided by Beth Lepak and Doug Acker. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Ovie D. Pinks, 42, of Plainwell was sentenced Sept. 29, in Barry County circuit court. Pinks was convicted of controlled substance operating or maintaining a laboratory for methamphetamine. He will serve six months in jail with credit for 17 days served. Pinks was ordered to pay $878 in court costs and to serve 24 months of probation. The prosecution dropped seven charges including controlled substance operating or maintaining lab methamphetamine, second offense; conspiracy to commit methamphetamine lab, second offense; controlled substance possession methamphetamine/ecstasy, second offense; weapon firearm possession by a felon; weapons felony firearm; controlled substance maintaining a drug house, second offense; controlled substance possession of marijuana second offense. The court ruled the last four months of jail time will be suspended upon payment of $878 balance. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — Page 15 Art auction sparkles as it raises more than $10,000 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thornapple Arts Council executive director Megan Lavell said that the Celebrating Silver auction has raised slightly more than $10,000, matching what was raised at the 2009 auction. “This is a really good amount in these hard economic times,” Lavell said. “Also, this year the auction was competing with other events in the area this year Oct. 2.” The Greenery Room at the Middle Villa Inn sparkled with candlelight and silvery decorations, in honor of the organization’s 25th anniversary. Auction chair Kati Orcasitas thanked the more than 100 guests who attended for making the evening a great event for the arts in Barry County. Her encouraging words in the program, “Bid often and bid high” were echoed by several speakers during the evening. Board President Tom Wiswell welcomed everyone to the event, encouraging them to attend future arts council events including the Delton Art Walk Dec. 7 and the April 2011 jazz festival. This year’s art auction was the 18th in the arts council’s first 25 years, he said. The more than 80 items in the silent auction drew determined bidders, with some checking back several times to make sure they were still the high bidders. While the group was enjoying appetizers and bidding in the silent auction, they were treated to music, dancing and theatrics. Entertainment for the evening was provided by Buddies and Bows, which includes Larry Hawkins, Beth Lepak, Dave Carr, Mary Ann DeJong, Carla Wilson-Neil and Tom Kuhs Neil. In one piece, Hawkins played the penny whistle. Dancers from Harmony Dance Source in Middleville also performed before bidding began. Dancing were Stephanie Billett, Kayla Britten, Kelsey Buller, Kristen Kempema, Abby Muste, Alexis Newman, Izzy Rapson, Elisabeth Swart and Lauren Verlinde. The Thornapple Players performed a scene from their recently completed production of “Our Town.” Director Norma Jean Acker told everyone at the auction that the Thornapple Players began under the aegis of the arts council and was able to become independent in three years. “We know how important the Thornapple Arts Council is to the success of our organization and for artists in the area,” Acker said. Performing the morning of the wedding scene were Doug Acker, Carol Svihl, Barbara Howard, Frank White, Andy Tobias and Gene Greenfield. Members of the Youth Advisory Council of Everyone in the audience is encouraged to exercise their bidding hands in preparation for the live auction. (Photo by Patricia Johns) the Barry Community Foundation assisted at the auction. Helping set up and show off the items in the live auction were Aimee Ellinger, Alex Banash, Taylor Tripp, Shannon Hooper, Jenna Whitaker and Ashley Weiler. Steve Stanton served as auctioneer during the live auction and kept the energy up. He even had the audience practice bidding before beginning the auction. Popular items in the live auction included jewelry donated by Lauren Tripp, hand-painted furniture donated by Judy Jacinto and homemade desserts created by local celebrities. A highlight of the auction over the past several years has been the Art for a Cause portion. Hastings photographer Steve White donates some of his award-winning work to the auction. The high bidder has his or her name added to a plaque on the frame, and the work is donated to an area organization. This year the Art for a Cause framed photographs were donated to Delton District Library, Putnam Public Library in Nashville and Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library in Middleville. Putnam librarian Shauna Swantek thanked the arts council and White for this donation. The Delton library will receive a black and white photograph donated by high bidder Amanda Zaccanelli-Jenkins. Putnam library will receive a photograph of a carousel which Swantek said will be on the wall behind the carousel house the library already has on display. It was donated by high bidders Tom and Andrea Walker. Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library will receive a rural land- scape scene donated by high bidders working together, Mary Collier and the Middle Villa Inn. Anyone who would like more information about the arts council or who would like to donate to may e-mail exd@thornapplearts.org. Celebrating Silver was sponsored by Flexfab LLC; community members and businesses sponsored tables. Thornapple Arts Council president Tom Wiswell welcomes bidders and art lovers to the Celebrating Silver auction Oct. 2. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Middleville artist Don Williamson studies the Art for a Cause photographs donated by Steve White of Hastings before bidding begins. The three framed pieces will be donated to the Delton, Nashville and Middleville libraries from bidders whose names will be attached to the frames. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Dancers from Harmony Dance Source in Middleville who performed before bidding began are Stephanie Billett, Kayla Britten, Kelsey Buller, Kristen Kempema, Abby Muste, Alexis Newman, Izzy Rapson, Elisabeth Swart and Lauren Verlinde. (Photo by Encouraging bidders to participate in the Art for a Cause bidding is Putnam librarian and artist Shawna Swantek. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Dave Hatfield serves as master of ceremonies for the Thornapple Arts Council auction Oct. 2 at the Middle Villa Inn. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Getting ready to start the silver anniversary celebration and the Thornapple Arts Council auction are (from left) auction chair Kari Orcasitas, arts council board president Tom Wiswell and executive director Megan Lavell. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Artist Lauren Tripp helps set up the silent auction Oct. 2. She also encouraged everyone to bid high and to bid often. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Helping Thornapple Arts Council auction are Youth Advisory Council members from Thornapple Kellogg High School (from left) Aimee Ellinger, Alex Banash, Taylor Tripp, Shannon Hooper, Jenna Whitaker and Ashley Weiler. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Enjoying appetizers before the live auction began are Deb and Dave Hatfield. (Photo by Patricia Johns) �Page 16 — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner POLICE BEAT Thieves hitting southeast part of county The Barry County Sheriff’s department has been investigating several daytime residential burglaries in the southeast portion of the county. Forced entry through sliding glass doors is common. Jewelry, cash and electronics have been stolen, with a focus on large flatscreen plasma televisions. The sheriff’s department is asking residents to be aware of suspicious activity in their neighborhoods and to call deputies at 269-948-4805. Burglars succeed at storage unit A breaking and entering occurred at Colonial Self-Storage on the corner of Kingsbury and Cloverdale Roads Oct. 1. The complainant said that many collectibles and personal items were take from a storage unit. Michigan State Police said several burglaries have been attempted at this location and anyone who has information to please call the post in Hastings at 269-948-8283. Truck and driver fail negotiation Sept. 30, Michigan State Police were dispatched to a vehicle off the road on M-179 near Norris Road in Yankee Springs Township. The driver of the white Dodge pickup allegedly failed to negotiate curves in the road. When Troopers arrived, the driver, a 62-year-old Hastings man was asked to perform field sobriety tests and failed. A Breathalyzer test registered .17 percent. He was arrested for operating under the influence of alcohol and transported to the Barry County Jail. Driver should have stopped, more than once Hastings Police responded to a property damage accident at the intersection of Green and South Hanover streets on Sept. 28. The accident occurred when a 63-year-old Charlotte man ran the flashing red light on Green Street and struck a northbound vehicle driven by a 46-year-old Delton man. The Charlotte man, who had admitted to having had a few drinks, was placed under arrest on charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated after registering a .08 percent blood alcohol content. No injuries were reported. Assailant already had bench warrant Hastings Police responded to a reported domestic assault at a residence on East Walnut Street Oct. 4. Officers spoke with the female victim, 20, who said she was assaulted by the suspect, identified as a 21-year-old Hastings man. A witness, who was present during the assault, corroborated the victim’s account. The man was placed under arrest for domestic assault and lodged at the Barry County Jail. He was also wanted on a bench warrant out of Barry County. Antagonizing leads to other’s arrest Hastings Police responded to a residence on South Jefferson Street Oct. 4 for a reported domestic assault. Responding officers met the female victim, 46, who told officers she was struck in the face by a 49-year-old Hastings man after a verbal argument. Officers spoke with the suspect, who admitted that he had slapped the victim because she was antagonizing him. The man was placed under arrest and lodged at the Barry County Jail on charges of domestic assault. Delton man lured away to help, then robbed A Delton man reported Aug. 25 that his residence had been burglarized. He told deputies that an acquaintance had texted him for help with car trouble. When he arrived to help, the woman’s car started immediately. As he arrived back home, he noticed that his laptop computer was missing from the table. He also noticed a man walking northbound is his yard. He called 911. The complainant told deputies that the acquaintance had been to his home two to three weeks prior with a female friend. Upon further investigation, the man said he was missing a black Macintosh laptop and a gray/black Toshiba laptop along with prescription medications. Medication bottles, with his name, were found by a neighbor five houses away. Partial fingerprints were recovered. The case is open pending follow-up investigation. Foil found, and nothing more Sheriff deputies responded Sept. 12 to a report of a black purse in the trash. The caller said she had seen it three days prior at a residence on Weever Lane in Delton. Deputies recognized the address as the site of a methamphetamine lab, and the structure was condemned by the health department. Deputies found the purse, which contained two small pieces of aluminum foil. No evidence of a controlled substance was found. The case is closed. Someone planted more than biofuel A call was made to deputies Sept. 28 about marijuana plants in a cornfield. The caller explained the cornfield was near Freeport, at the corner of North Broadway and Freeport Road. Deputies found six plants, three to six feet tall, along with six small seed-starting pots. The containers had long-term exposure to the weather, so no evidence was available. The Freeport Police Department transported the marijuana to the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. The case is closed with no suspects and no additional information. Job offer was just information mining Deputies received a call Sept. 17 from a Hastings woman, stating she just talked to a “Neil Miller” on the phone. The man claimed to have seen her resume information on the Michigan Works website and wanted to offer her a job as a utility broker. He only required her e-mail address. The woman told the man her e-mail address was on the Michigan Works website and he should have it already. The woman told deputies the man claimed to be from Flint and gave his number as 810-213-0403. Deputies ran a check on the number and found that it was registered to no company, and the private party was unlisted. Sheriff deputies advised the woman to not reveal any personal information if the man called back. The case is closed. Hacker is stranded in England A Nashville man reported Oct. 2 that his wife’s e-mail and Facebook account had been hacked. According to the deputy’s report, the hacker was stranded in London and needed cash wired to him via Western Union. The hacker said to wire the money to 22 St. John Street, London, United Kingdom, EC1M4AY. Sheriff deputies advised the man to report the hacker to their account providers and let them know a police report was filed. Case is closed. Burglar leaves gun on couch A Dowling man reported Sept. 29 that his house had been burglarized. When deputies arrived, they found that a window on the garage service door was broken and the house entry door was compromised. The complainant informed deputies of a missing television and stolen jewelry. An antique gun was taken from a bedroom dresser, but was left on the living room couch. The residence was dusted for finger prints with no success. The case is closed pending suspects and more information. Suspects take cash instead of pizza Deputies were dispatched to Good Time Pizza in Nashville Sept. 26 where store managers said they found the north window smashed and the office door pried open. According to the store owner, $3,500 in cash was taken from the office. A blue and gray backpack with two bank cash bags also were reported missing. Video surveillance revealed three suspects. The case is open pending suspect interviews. Trailer likely used for a warm, dry nap Deputies received a call Sept. 25 about a travel trailer break-in near M-66 and Lawrence Road in Nashville. The owner of the trailer told deputies the window on their 24-foot travel trailer was broken, there was dirt on the rugs and leaves on the couch of the trailer. He speculated that since the week had been windy and wet, someone had broken into the trailer to escape the elements, possibly sleeping on the trailer’s couch. He also said there were cigarette ashes in the trailer’s sink and on the floor. The trailer is secluded and cannot be seen from the road. Deputies found no evidence, and the case is closed. Saxon Sports Shorts JV Football The Hastings junior varsity football team improved to 5-1 on the season with a narrow 28-26 victory over Thornapple Kellogg Thursday. Greg Case scored three times, running behind the blocking of Cody Fuller, John Dinges, Tony Gibson and Stefan Horvat. Chase Huisman found Ken Cross in the end zone for a big, two-point conversion. John French and Alex Pohl led the Saxon defense and were able to sack the Trojan quarterback on what would have been a game-tying two-point conversion with 53 second left in the game. JV Girls’ Golf The Saxon junior varsity girls’ golf team closed out its season by placing third at the OK Gold Conference Meet Tuesday. The Saxons were led by Amanda Sarhatt’s 54. Other contributors for Hastings were Abby Prill, Katy Wallace, Katie Brown, Cindy Tebo and Jennah McCoy, Sarhatt, Prill, Wallace, and Brown won individual medals. Thursday, the Saxons were fourth with a score of 220 at the Kenowa Hills Invitational. Wallace led the way there with a 54. Number 1 Galesburg-Augusta shuts out DK in KVA tourney Delton Kellogg’s varsity boys’ soccer team was defeated 6-0 by top-seeded GalesburgAugusta to open the Kalamazoo Valley Association Tournament Monday. The Rams had six different players score, three in each half. Jacob Mathers, Rachelle Post and Jon Haycook scored for the Rams in the first half. In the second half, it was Brendt Green, Chaz Shugars and Jacob Nantz tallying goals. Delton Kellogg falls to 0-8 in league play with the loss, and were scheduled to visit Olivet last night in round two of the tourna- ment. Maple Valley was slated to visit Pennfield Wednesday evening as well. The winners of those two matches will meet Monday for fifth place in the league tournament, while the losers will meet with seventh place on the line that same evening. Hackett Catholic Central downed Maple Valley’s boys 6-0 in their opening round game Monday. Other winners Monday were Kalamazoo Christian over Pennfield and Parchment over Olivet. POLICE BEAT, continued from previous column Checks seemed too good to be true A Nashville woman reported to deputies a strange UPS package that had been left on her porch Sept. 22. The woman said the package was addressed to her so she opened it. She explained to deputies that inside the package were two postal money orders made out to her, each for $977.77, both proved to be invalid when she asked the bank. Deputies informed the woman to destroy the money orders. Case is closed. Burglar was musically motivated A woman called to report a burglary on Oakleigh Drive, Gun Lake, Sept. 8. She told deputies she had taken her son to tennis practice, and when she returned, his bedroom window screen was missing, along with his iPod. She told deputies that just the iPod was missing; the charger and earphones were still on her son’s bed. Upon investigation, deputies found the screen outside, bent and removed from the window. The case is closed pending further investigation. For Sale National Ads 410 SHOT GUN, single shot, THIS PUBLICATION Mossburg like new $100. 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The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 Viking tennis fourth in the CAAC-White Portland and Lansing Catholic broke their tie atop the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division standings at the league tournament hosted by Williamston Thursday. After tying in their league dual, the Raiders edged the Cougars by three points a top the standings at the tournament, 36 to 33. Williamston was third with 25 points, followed by Lakewood 17 and Corunna 9. The top two finishes for the Vikings came at first and second doubles, where their duos placed third. At first doubles, the Viking team of Adam Barker and Alex Schuiling had an opening round bye, then fell to Portland 6-0, 6-4 in the semifinals. In that third-place match, the Vikings defeated Williamston 6-1, 6-4. The team of David Parks and Alex Hunter at number two for Lakewood topped Corunna 6-4, 6-2 in the opening round, then lost to the eventual flight champions from Portland in the semifinals 6-1, 6-1. In the match for third place, the Vikings pulled out a three-set victory over Williamston 6-2, 6-7(14), 6-3. Lakewood also was fourth at five flights with Eric Enz at first singles, Anthony Haskin at third singles, Spencer Schuiling at fourth singles, and the fourth doubles team of Ben Ridder and Cannon Ostrander all winning opening round matches over Corunna. The Viking third doubles team of Kyler Clark and Seth Spitzley was also fourth. Portland had five flight champions on the day, including the first singles champion Chance Conly, who knocked off Lansing Catholic’s Paul Heeder 6-4, 6-3 in the championship match. The Raiders also had Jared Guy take the third singles title and Carson Seal the fourth singles title, and won the second and fourth doubles flights. Lansing Catholic won at first and third doubles. The day’s only champ not from one of those two teams was at second singles, where Williamston’s Brett Graham was first. Lakewood will travel to Portland Thursday for its Division 4 Regional Tournament. The Vikings closed out the CAAC-White duals with a 1-3 record. TK/Hastings girls beaten for first time this season in pool The Thornapple Kellogg/Hastings varsity girls’ swimming and diving team suffered its first defeat of the season Thursday, against the Forest Hills Northern-Eastern team. The TK-Hastings girls are now 3-1 on the season, and 2-1 in the O-K Rainbow. The Forest Hills squad topped the Trojans 119-67. Natalie VanDenack had a pair of wins for the Trojans, taking the 50-yard freestyle in 25.90 seconds and the 100-yard freestyle in 56.40. Alexa Schipper had the Trojans’ only other win, taking the 100-yard breaststroke in 1 minute 11.99 seconds. The Trojans bounced back from the loss to win Saturday’s Ottawa Hills Invitational, with 216 points. Muskegon Catholic Central was second with 153 points, followed by Wayland 141, Grand Rapids Union 33, and Ottawa Hills 28. The TK/Hastings girls won six events, starting with the team of Alicia Strumberger, Schipper, VanDenack and Casidee Martin winning the 200-yard medley relay in 2:00.42. The Trojans also had the team of Schipper, Martin, Kayla Kroells and Patricia Garber win the 200-yard freestyle relay in 1:52.77, with the team of Kaitlyn Telfor, Emma Anderson, Alexis Kelly and Marissa Meyering placing third in 1:59.23. The other wins for the TK/Hastings girls were by Tracy Hodges in the diving competition with a score of 217.10, VanDenack in the 50-yard freestyle in 26.32, Strumberger the 100-yard backstroke in 1:06.71 and Schipper the 100-yard breaststroke in 1:11.85. Second-place finishes for TK/Hastings were scored by the 400-yard freestyle relay team of Garber, DeMink, Kroells, and VanDenack (4:09.41), Katy Garber in the 100-yard butterfly (1:09.01) and VanDenack in the 100-yard freestyle (56.65). Sale of K-2 drug now banned by law Gov. Granholm Thursday signed into law a bill banning K-2, a chemical drug that produces a high similar to that of marijuana, but can be 100 times more potent. “I’m happy to get this nasty product banned to protect our children,” said Rep. Rick Jones, R-Grand Ledge, who introduced the legislation in the state House. “Some stores would sell this to anyone. Students were ending up in the hospital with many health problems. Parents should report to the police any store still selling K-2 or similar products.” Jones’ legislation, House Bill 6038, was part of a bipartisan package banning several harmful substances. The new law went into effect Oct. 1. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — Page 17 A few new personal bests for Saxon runners at Otsego Underwood’s hat-trick earns FHE win at TK The Trojans couldn’t keep their league winning streak going into the conference tournament. After back to back league wins over Caledonia and Ottawa Hills, Forest Hills Eastern came to Middleville and scored a 4-1 win over the Thornapple Kellogg varsity boys’ soccer team Monday evening. That set up a rematch in Ada for last night, in which the Hawks were to play host to the Trojans in the opening round of the O-K Gold Conference Tournament. Forest Hills Eastern got goals from Mitchal Rosendall and Brandon Underwood in the first ten minutes of the contest, and would go on to a 3-0 first half lead on Underwood’s second goal of the game midway through the first half on which he beat TK keeper Nate Eaton low to his left on a breakaway. Underwood finished off his hat-trick less than a minute into the second half, putting his team up 4-0. Caleb Scheidel scored the Trojans’ lone goal, chipping a shot over Forest Hills Eastern keeper Kip Forness off a pass from teammate Alex Koetsier. The O-K Gold Conference tournament continues Monday and Wednesday. Thornapple Kellogg’s Brandon Nicholas (left) and Forest Hills Eastern’s Carlos Castello collide with their feet up high during the first half Monday in Middleville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) DK girls 2nd in KVA after jamborees by Brett Bremer Sports Editor It’s unlikely to happen, but Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ cross country team has positioned itself to score a Kalamazoo Valley Association championship should the Eagles falter. Schoolcraft’s girls won all four KVA jamborees this season, including Tuesday’s meeting hosted by Hackett Catholic Central, and lead the league standings heading into the Oct. 19 championship meet at Constantine. The Eagles would need to fall all the way to third, with the Panthers winning, for Delton to take the title. It’s unlikely to happen. The Eagles were 16 points better than the Delton girls Tuesday, 62 to 78. Schoolcraft’s Krista Broekema won handily again in a league race, hitting the finish line in 19 minutes 40.6 seconds. Olivet’s Katy Barkley was second in 20:07.0, followed by Parchment teammates Kate Thayer and Laura Nordquist in 20:10.6 and 20:36.3 Delton did have a pair of girls finish before the next Schoolcraft runner. Jolene Drum led the way for the Panthers in fifth place with a time of 20:46, while Brianna Russell was seventh in 20:59. The second Schoolcraft runner, Madeline Hartlieb, was 11th in 21:16. That put her two seconds ahead of Delton’s Christi Boze who was 12th in 21:18. The final two scorers for Delton were Sarah Rendon in 25th with a time of 22:56 and Renee McConahay in 29th with a time of 23:16. Thayer and Nordquist led Parchment to a third place finish with 81 points, followed by Pennfield 113, Olivet 119, Kalamazoo Christian 120, Hackett Catholic Central 143, Maple Valley 157, Constantine 267 and Galesburg-Augusta 283. Delton Kellogg’s Taylor Blacken lunges forward to dig a ball against Hackett Catholic Central Wednesday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Delton boys are in third place in the league standings, behind Schoolcraft and Hackett Catholic Central heading into the league finale. Schoolcraft’s boys won three jamborees this season, and Hackett’s two. The Schoolcraft Eagles were first Tuesday with 38 points, followed by Hackett 48, Delton Kellogg 75, Parchment 121, Pennfield 138, Olivet 166, Constantine 189, Maple Valley 193 and Kalamazoo Christian 250. Schoolcraft had its five runners all finish in the top 12, led by individual champ Charlton Craig who won in 16:51.3. He was the only guy to break the 17-minute mark on the day. Delton Kellogg had two in the top ten, led by Ryan Watson’s seventh-place time of 17:32 and Austin Ketola’s ninth-place time of 17:38. Tyler Bourdo was 14th in 18:24, Kannon Hoffman 20th in 18:29 and Raymond Vickery 26th in 18:54. Delton’s boys headed into the league’s last jamboree on a high, after winning Saturday’s title in the Gold Division at the Otsego Bulldog Invitational. Ketola was second only to Marshall’s Joe Wheatley individually, with Wheatley finishing in 17:05 and Ketola in 17:09. Watson was fourth in 17:19, followed by Bourdo 14th in 18:09, Vickery 16th in 18:15 and Hoffman 18th in 18:27. The Delton boys finished with 54 points, ahead of Marshall 60, Bangor 80, Mendon 101, Grand Rapids Track 102, Parchment 156, Kalamazoo Cougars 198 and Kalamazoo Christian 201. Marshall had the top two girls, and edged the Delton girls for the title in their race 43 to 63. Parchment was third with 74 points, followed by Kalamazoo Christian 89, Kalamazoo Cougars 93, Gobles 158 and Dowagiac Union 187. Marshall’s Brianna Kalisz was first in 20:03, and teammate Tevy Wheatley placed second in 20:18. Delton was led by Drum’s fourth-place time of 20:32. Russell was fifth in 20:45, Boze tenth in 21:18, Rendon 21st in 22:42 and McConahay 23rd in 23:07. The Saxons’ Taylor Klotz and Jake Partridge race along together during Saturday’s Bulldog Invitational in Otsego. Mitch Singleterry had the top finish for any Saxon at Saturday’s Otsego Bulldog Invitational, placing 29th in the Blue Division boys’ race. Singleterry hit the finish line in 17 minutes 37 seconds for the Saxon team which placed 12th in the 12-team race. Taylor Klotz was the second Saxon to finish, coming in 62nd in 18:52. Jake Partridge was 66th in 19:10, Mitch Brisboe 75th in 20:38, and Marquell Giles 78th in 21:10. That 21:10 is a new personal best for Giles. Mattawan took the championship with 60 points, followed by Portage Central 63, Otsego 83, Sparta 109, Vicksburg 109, Hamilton 170, Jenison 196, Allegan 229, Harper Creek 235, Plainwell 263, Coldwater 270 and Hastings 305. Mattawan’s Alex Standiford won the boys’ race again, finishing in 15:35. Hamilton’s Taylor Compton was second in 16:10. The top two were a bit closer in the girls’ race, with Plainwell’s Makenzie Evers finishing in 18:17. Hamilton had the next two girls across the line, with Molly Oren second in 18:29 and Cathy Coryell third in 18:51. Led by Oren and Coryell, the Hawkeyes won the girls’ title with 48 points. Hudsonville was second with 100 points followed by Otsego 142, Sparta 149, Mattawan 169, Grandville 172, Jenison 182, Allegan 188, Portage Central 222, Plainwell 239, Vicksburg 241, Harper Creek 264, Coldwater 264 and Hastings 267. Trista Straube led the Saxons, with a 34thplace time of 20:51. Alaina Case, Meg Travis and Ariel Moore all set new personal records, with Case finishing 41st in 21:12, Travis 50th in 21:26, and Moore 62nd in 21:48. Hastings also had Taylor Carter place 80th in 22:33. The Saxons returned to O-K Gold action yesterday at South Christian, and will run again Saturday at the Portage Invitational. Panther volleyball scores its fifth win in the conference Lakewood girls improve to 4-0 in conference Vikes’ best day still leaves matches them second in the league Delton Kellogg’s varsity volleyball team improved to 5-0 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association with a 3-0 win over Hackett Catholic Central in Delton Wednesday. The Panthers won by the scores of 25-8, 25-19, 25-15. Adrianna Culbert led the Delton team with 12 kills and 21 assists. Carly Boehm added five aces, six kills and four blocks. Alisha VanderWoude chipped in six blocks as well as three kills, and Taylor Blacken had 18 digs. Delton Kellogg reached the semifinals Saturday at the Harper Creek Invitational Saturday, not dropping a single game until its semifinal loss to Coldwater. Coldwater topped the Panthers 21-25, 25-18, 15-12. The Panthers started the day with a 25-10, 25-9 win over Battle Creek Central, beat Harper Creek 25-22, 25-22, Three Rivers 259, 25-11, and Maple Valley 25-10, 25-22. Culbert had 33 kills, 18 blocks, six aces, 33 digs, and 74 assists on the day. Blacken totaled 71 digs and 18 service points. VanderWoude led the Panthers in kills with 37, and added six blocks and eight aces. Boehm had 25 kills, seven blocks, 12 aces and 21 digs. Andrea Polley finished with 12 kills, four blocks, five aces and 34 digs. Katelyn Grizzle finished with 16 kills and a block, and Kami McCowan chipped in 21 digs and two aces. The Delton girls were slated to face Olivet in KVA play last night, and return to action Saturday at the Sturgis Battle of the Border Invitational. The Saxons’ Trista Straube (287) stays near the front of the pack at the start of Saturday’s Bulldog Invitational in Otsego. Delton Kellogg senior Katelyn Grizzle sets the ball up against the Fighting Irish Wednesday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Lakewood varsity volleyball team improved to 24-2 overall this season, and 4-0 in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division with their 25-7, 25-14, 25-3 win at Lansing Catholic Thursday. Chelsea Lake led the Vikings with 17 kills and Anna Lynch had 11. Emily Kutch chipped in seven. Olivia Davis had four blocks, while Lake and Kalli Barrone chipped in three each. Lake had 15 service points and four aces to close out the third game. Lake also added 13 digs. “Jordan Keitzman and Beth Tingley came off the bench and played good defense,” Lakewood coach Kellie Rowland said. “Kristin Hilley adapted well to the game and kept the defense fired up.” The Vikings face Williamston on the road Thursday in league play, then head to the Cristi Curtis Memorial Invitational at Byron Center Saturday. Even the best 18-hole round ever by a Lakewood varsity girls’ golf team wasn’t quite enough to chase down Lansing Catholic in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division this fall. Lansing Catholic capped off its league title run with a victory in the conference tournament at Hawk Hollow Golf Course Thursday. The Cougars fired a 317. Lakewood, which ends the year in second place, fired a new school-record of 371. Olivia Barker continued her strong play, firing a new personal low for 18 holes, scoring an 87. Lakewood also got a 94 from Orie Ramos, a 94 from Emily Kutch, and a 96 from Tiffani Ackerson. Barker’s 87 put her in seventh place individually, while Ramos and Kutch tied for eighth, and Ackerson was tenth. Barker hit ten fairways and six greens in regulation. Perry finished third with a 407, followed by Portland with a 412, Corunna 460 and Williamston 490. The Cougars and Vikings dominated the top ten on the day. Lansing Catholic had five girls finish in the top ten, including having the top three individuals, and also had their sixth golfer tie for 11th place. Lansing Catholic’s Mackenzie Johnson was the day’s medallist with a 77. Teammates Jacqueline Setas (78) and Alyssa Albright (79) were second and third respectively. The Cougars also got an 83 from Danni Crilley, and an 85 from Janie Fineis which wasn’t included in the team score. Perry’s Esther Durling was the only other golfer to crack the top ten, firing and 80 which placed her fourth individually. Lakewood’s girls return to action today at their Division 3 Regional Tournament, which is being hosted by DeWitt at Eagle Eye Golf Club. �Page 18 — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Saxons are in the driver’s seat in O-K Gold The Saxons’ Tate Miller stretches ahead for extra yardage after being tripped up on a run in the first quarter Friday night against Thornapple Kellogg. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor There are only three teams in the O-K Gold Conference that aren’t a part of the five-way tie for first place, and Hastings sees each of them in the next three weeks starting with a trip to Byron Center to take on South Christian Friday. That put the Saxons in a good spot to finish with at least a share of the O-K Gold Conference crown, and get a sixth win to earn a spot in the state’s postseason tournament. When talking about what’s ahead for the Saxons this season Fred Rademacher was adamant Friday night that his team wouldn’t be taking anyone lightly, but did say “it’s nice to control our own destiny.” “It’s still going to be a tough road (to a conference title). Teams are going to come in trying to knock us off,” said Saxon quarterback Sean McKeough. The Trojans have a good shot at getting a sixth win this season too, with three tries left. The Trojans’ path through the remainder of the O-K Gold Conference season towards a league title is a tougher one. TK takes on Forest Hills Eastern for homecoming in Middleville this weekend, then still must face Caledonia and Ottawa Hills. Lakewood is the only other county team that still has the possibility of earning six regular season wins, but the Vikings need to go on a three-game winning streak the rest of the way. That winning streak would need to include a big upset at Williamston this Friday night. The Hornets’ only loss this season came against undefeated Lansing Catholic. Delton Kellogg’s remaining schedule in the Kalamazoo Valley Association is the opposite of the Saxons’ in the O-K Gold. The Panthers play the league’s top three teams down the stretch starting with 5-1 Schoolcraft this week, followed by 6-0 Constantine and 5-1 Pennfield. Maple Valley takes on the other half of the KVA (for the most part) starting with a date against Hackett Catholic Central Friday. The Irish come into the contest with a 1-5 record, identical to the Lions. Current Records Hastings Thornapple Kellogg Lakewood Delton Kellogg Maple Valley O-K Gold Thornapple Kellogg G.R. Catholic Central Hastings Forest Hills Eastern Caledonia South Christian Ottawa Hills Wayland 5-1 5-1 3-3 2-4 1-5 overall (league) 5-1 (3-1) 5-1 (3-1) 5-1 (3-1) 4-2 (3-1) 3-3 (3-1) 2-4 (1-3) 1-5 (0-4) 1-5 (0-4) Hastings varsity football team tightened up the O-K Gold Conference race with a 26-21 win over Thornapple Kellogg in Baum Stadium at Johnson Field Friday night. The Trojans move from the league’s lone unbeaten to one of five teams now sporting 31 conference records. TK and Hastings are now both 5-1 overall and 3-1 in the league. Caledonia, Grand Rapids Catholic Central and Forest Hills Eastern also won league contests Friday to improve to 3-1 in the conference. “It’s definitely one of those games where it’s bigger than all that stuff,” said Hastings head coach Fred Rademacher. “You win and you have bragging rights for the rest of your life. That’s one of the things we talked about. You’re going to be seeing these guys for the rest of your life. It’s always nice to know you got them.” The focus was not on the Gold race for the Trojans, or even clinching a spot in the state play-offs. “It’s about Hastings. It’s only that right now,” said Thornapple Kellogg head coach Chad Ruger. “These guys hurt. They hurt tonight. We tried to think of tonight as just a football game, not about the conference, not about getting our sixth win to get into the play-offs, just a football game against a great rival.” Hastings celebrated its homecoming by breaking a 14-14 tie with a pair of touchdowns 55 seconds apart late in the third quarter. Saxon halfback Casey Shaeffer scored on a one-yard TD run with 3:27 left in the third quarter to put his team up 20-14. When TK’s Nick Newton was hit returning the ensuing kick-off, the ball flew free. Teammate Jacob Bultema slid into to try and nab it, but it scooted into a pile of blue jerseys, and the Saxons took over on the Trojan 23-yard-line. “When they punched that last one in and they kicked off and we fumbled down there, that was a significant turning point,” Ruger said. “We had found our offense, and I think the defense was making it difficult for them to move the football.” “We trust (Newton) back there. He ran a little high, he got hit and the ball got loose.” Saxon fullback Alex Randall rushed into the end zone from 20-yards out two plays later to put his team up 26-14. The Trojan defense had done a good job of holding the Saxons’ leading rusher, Randall, in check most of the night. He still finished with 86 yards on 18 carries though. Tate Miller led the Saxon attack with eight carries for 108 yards. Saxon senior Sean McKeough holds up teammate Josh Coenen as they celebrate their team’s 26-21 homecoming victory over previously unbeaten Thornapple Kellogg Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hastings fullback Alex Randall steps out of a tackle early on in his 40-yard run late in the second quarter against Thornapple Kellogg Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Miller didn’t score on his 72-yard run in the opening quarter, thanks to TK’s Aaron Ordway who pulled him down at the TK oneyard-line. Hastings did jump in front on the next play though, a one-yard quarter back keeper by Sean McKeough. McKeough then completed the two-point conversion pass to Casey Shaeffer, for an 8-0 Saxon lead. The Saxons’ McKeough finished the night with 12 carries for 52 yards, and completed four of seven pass attempts for 97 yards and a touchdown. The touchdown pass came with 5:52 left in the first half, covering 25 yards to Mike Eastman. Eastman finished with two catches for 74 yards and the one score. The two-point try was no good and Hastings led 14-0. Things could have been worse for the Trojans had it not been for a leaping interception by Ordway on his own one-yard-line on the Saxons’ last offensive play of the first quarter. The Trojans ground out a touchdown of their own on the drive following the second Saxon score. TK covered 62 yards on seven rushes, a drive that was capped by Cody Ybema’s 11-yard TD run with 2:40 left in the half. The extra-point try was no good, making it 14-6 in favor of Hastings at the half. TK tied the game with an 80-yard drive to open the second half, getting a two-yard TD run and a two-point conversion run by quarterback Coley McKeough. The Saxons went in front on their next drive, on Shaeffer’s TD run - a score that was set up by a 49-yard pass from Sean McKeough to Eastman. “We came out, we played. We did what we needed to do. We took care of the ball, for the most part,” Sean McKeough said. TK still had time after the Saxons took their 26-14 lead, and answered the second Saxon score with a 22-yard TD run by Coley McKeough and an extra-point kick by Tyler Karcher. Jacob McCarty recovered a Saxon fumble near midfield three plays into the next Hastings drive, but TK’s march the other way stalled at the Saxon 33. The Trojans took over one more time, with 1:39 to play at their own 37-yard-line, but Coley McKeough was intercepted by the Saxons’ Anthony Veltre on a fourth-and-10 pass attempt just shy of midfield. The Trojan workhorse on offense was Dylan VanPutten, who rushed 23 times for 127 yards, finding his success straight through the middle of the Saxon defensive front. McKeough added 14 rushes for 103 yards, and also completed six of 12 passes for 46 yards and two interceptions. Tyler Karcher led the Trojan defense with 16 tackles, while Cody Clouse added 15, Korey Carpenter 11, and McCarty ten. Olivet 48, Delton Kellogg 12 The Panthers’ string of four games against the top four teams in the Kalamazoo Valley Association didn’t start well Friday. The Delton Kellogg varsity football team fell 48-12 against Olivet, with the Eagles getting three touchdown passes from quarterback Jay Cousineau in the first half. Those three TD passes and a fumble recovery in the end zone by Zach Place, gave the Eagles a 27-0 lead right out of the gate. Delton responded with a five-yard TD pass from Adam May to Connor Wolschleger later in the third quarter then tacked on a 32-yard TD pass from May to Nick Brindley in the fourth quarter. The Eagles led 27-6 at the half thanks to Cousineau’s 35-yard first quarter touchdown pass to Colin Spencer, his 55-yard touchdown pass to Tanner McCarn, and a four-yard touchdown pass to Grant Zaremba. Nick Walker was three of four on his extra-point kicks in the first half, and added one more on the Eagles’ first TD of the second half - a twoyard scoring run by Nick Coolidge. Coolidge tacked on a second TD run early in the fourth quarter, from 14 yards out. Spencer closed the scoring for Olivet, with a 51-yard TD run later in the fourth quarter. Jake Maas hit extra-points following the Eagles’ final two touchdowns. Brindley had the long touchdown catch, and finished the game with four receptions for 86 yards. May was just 4-of-18 passing for 76 yards, but recorded the two touchdown throws. Jeff Bissett was 2-of-5 passing for the Panthers, for 20 yards. Wolschleger led the Panthers on the ground with 11 carries for 55 yards. Cousineau led the Eagles, connecting on 12 of his 14 pass attempts for 179 yards. He also rushed seven times for 45 yards. McCarn had three catches for 69 yards, and Spencer two for 48. Coolidge led the Eagle ground-game, with eight carries for 94 yards. Coolidge and Cousineau were two of five Eagles with over 30 yards rushing in the game. In all, the Eagles finished with 514 yards of total offense, including 337 yards on the ground. Continued next page KVA overall (league) Constantine 6-0 (6-0) Pennfield 5-1 (5-1) Schoolcraft 5-1 (5-1) Olivet 4-2 (4-2) Kalamazoo Christian 4-2 (4-2) Delton Kellogg 2-4 (2-4) Parchment 2-4 (2-4) Hackett Catholic Central 1-5 (1-5) Maple Valley 1-5 (1-5) Galesburg-Augusta 0-6 (0-6) CAAC-White Lansing Catholic Williamston Portland Lakewood Corunna Perry overall (league) 6-0 (4-0) 5-1 (3-1) 3-3 (2-2) 3-3 (2-2) 1-5 (1-3) 1-5 (0-4) Here’s a round-up of last weekend’s local gridiron action. Hastings 26, Thornapple Kellogg 21 The Trojans went from being the one to being one of five in one night. Kalamazoo Christian linebacker Gilbert Asafu-Adjaye drags down the Lions’ Michael Caldwell during Friday night’s contest at Maple Valley High School. (Photo courtesy Millers Photographic Studio) Lakewood quarterback Mackenzie Doane (left) calls his own number for a 12-yard gain Friday against Perry. (Photo by Cisler Photography) �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — Page 19 Hastings happy with Gold win over TK The Saxons’ Tom Peurach hits a back-had return during his third doubles match against Wayland Saturday at the O-K Gold Conference Tournament. (Photo by Brett Bremer) There were a lot of fans Thursday, a kilometer to keep track of kills, music, Victor the Saxon mascot, mini-volleyballs being thrown to the fans, and a big volleyball/beachball being bumped around the stands, and the Saxons made sure it was the highlight of the season. Hastings varsity volleyball team scored a 3-2 O-K Gold Conference victory over Thornapple Kellogg, pulling out the final two games. They Saxons earned the win by the scores of 19-25, 25-14, 18-25, 25-12, 15-9. “The players have worked hard all season long,” said Hastings head coach Gina McMahon. “They always get extra pumped up against TK. The players were emotionally and mentally drained after the match. It was great to have the support of the crowd. The win was a team effort. We could not have won if it wasn’t a team effort. Every player contributed to the win one way or another. When we play together as a team, we will keep winning more games.” The Saxons have been focusing on having strong starts this season, but weren’t able to fulfill that goal against the Trojans. “The players played it safe,” McMahon said. “They were not hitting hard. I continued to tell them to hit hard, but they continued to give TK a nice third hit over which allowed them to set up their offense.” That safe play plagued the Saxons in both the game one and game three losses. “As soon as we hit the ball hard, we played really well,” McMahon said. “As soon as we started playing it safe, we did not play up to our potential and TK took it to us. We played it safe in the first and third games, games we lost. “In order to hit the ball hard, we first had to pass the ball to our setter, who in turn set the ball to Kayla. Our plan all season long is to feed Kayla the ball, but we can’t do that if we don’t pass the ball to our setter. As the night went on, we were able to do this.” Vogel led the Saxons on the night with 28 kills. Veronica Hayden finished with 51 assists and four aces. The Saxons also got 25 digs from Morgan Stowe. “Along with hitting the ball hard, the players played scrappy,” McMahon said. “They dug up a lot of balls and played great defense. Morgan Stowe did a great job on defense and serve receive. I hope teams continue to serve The Saxons’ Morgan Stowe sets the ball up against Thornapple Kellogg Thursday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) and hit at her because she is so tough, she will get every ball up to our setter. They kept moving on the court and did not stand still.” Alyssa Weesie had 21 kills for the Trojans in the match, and a team-high five aces. Katie Lark had 34 assists for the Trojans. The Saxons couldn’t repeat the feat Monday though, as they hosted a three-team Barry County Invitational with Maple Valley and Thornapple Kellogg. The Trojans topped the Saxons 25-15, 2514, and Maple Valley beat Hastings 22-25, 25-16, 15-11. The Lions took the day’s championship, also beating Thornapple Kellogg in three games 21-25, 25-21, 25-12. “No excuses, both teams deserved to win,” McMahon said. “We were flat all night. We had great difficulties controlling the pace of the game, gaining momentum, etc. We lacked in all areas of the game: skills, mentally, emotionally, physically, intensity, aggressiveness, communication, etc. We struggled playing as a team.” The Saxons take on South Christian tonight in O-K Gold Conference action in Grand Rapids, then Saturday will be at Hopkins. Saxon soccer heads into tourney on a win streak The Saxons closed out the O-K Gold Conference regular season Thursday with a 31 victory over Wayland. Hastings varsity boys’ soccer team got a pair of goals by Eric Kendall as well as one from Cody Redman. Jared Bosma and Tanner Roderick each had an assist. “We played a decent game and were able to get ahead 2-0 before Wayland was able to get one back just before half-time,” said Saxon head coach Ben Conklin. “In the second half we had plenty of chances, but were only able to get one more goal.” Saxon goalkeeper Kevin Bosma had six saves. “Wayland’s total number of shots was fairly low because of our time of possession and our outstanding defense,” said Conklin. The Saxons return to action Monday and scored a 2-1 non-conference victory over Sparta. “Again, we possessed the ball very well for the majority of the game and were able to limit Sparta’s number of shots because of our defense,” Conklin said. Kendall and Redman had the two Saxon goals. Hastings was slated to open O-K Gold Conference tournament play last night, and will also play league tournament games Monday and Wednesday. FOOTBALL, continued from previous page Lakewood 27, Perry 7 The Vikings were just 28 seconds away from the shut out when Perry’s Chris Benjamin crossed the goal-line, finishing off a five-yard touchdown run. That gave the homecoming crowd which stayed until the end something to cheer about. It had been the Lakewood fans doing most of the cheering before then. The Lakewood varsity football team improved to 3-3 overall and 2-2 in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division with a 27-7 win over the host Ramblers Friday. Lakewood’s defense held the Ramblers to just 175 yards of total offense, 84 yards rushing and 91 passing. “The defense just played outstanding,” said Lakewood head coach Jim Behrenwald. “They were hitting people. They attacked the line of scrimmage. Coach (Randall) Hager did a good job of preparing them for the Perry offense and they read their keys and executed.” Wes Cramer led the Viking defense on the night with 15 tackles from his linebacker spot. “We have fullback keys, or guard keys, or formation keys, so (Cramer) is reading that at the snap and then attacking the line of scrimmage,” said Behrenwald. The Viking defense also got seven tackles from Jesse Harmon, and Behrenwald added that Cory Keeler had a nice game as well. Travis Shattuck finished with four tackles, and intercepted a pass from Ramble quarterback Dominic Olson late in the first half which led to the Vikings’ final points. Lakewood led 12-0 after one quarter thanks two a two-yard TD run by quarterback Mackenzie Doane, and a 71-yard touchdown pass from Doane to Nathan Bryans. Perry then held off the Vikings for much of the second quarter, until Doane plunged into the end zone from a yard out with 1:57 left before the break. Doane added a two-point run as well to put his team up 20-0. Shattuck’s interception set the Vikings up to score one more time before the half, and they tacked on a 25-yard touchdown pass from Doane to Hayden Acker and an extrapoint kick from Bryans with 1:41 left in the second quarter. “I think they finally got a little more confidence in themselves,” Behrenwald said, “and they finally started to put it all together. We limited the turnovers, well for the most part, and executed the offense and executed the defense.” The Vikings did lose three fumbles in the game, most of it due to wet weather which came later in the contest. Doane finished the night with 12 rushes for 117 yards and two touchdowns, as well as 118 yards on three of seven passing and two more touchdowns. Bryans had two catches for 93 yards, and the one score. Jack Tromp added six rushes for 38 yards for the Vikes, and Cody Collins five carries for 27 yards. Benjamin led the Rambler attack with seven rushes for 35 yards. Olson completed eight of 14 passes for 91 yards, and Jacob Ferraiuolo had two catches for 33 yards and Benjamin two for 31. Kalamazoo Christian 21, Maple Valley 10 The tandem of Comet quarterback Chad Niewoonder and wide out Nathan Mooderman was a troublesome one for the Lions Friday. Niewoonder connected with Mooderman on an 86-yard touchdown pass with 6:06 left in the first half to tie Friday night’s contest at Maple Valley High School at 7-7. Kalamazoo Christian’s varsity football team then took a 14-0 lead on a 30-yard TD pass from Niewoonder to Mooderman five minutes later. The Comets would go on to a 21-10 win over the Lions, dropping Maple Valley’s record to 1-5 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association this season. Michael Caldwell scooped up a fumble and carried it three yards into the end zone for the Lions’ first score, less than a minute and a half into the contest. Garrett Reid’s extrapoint kick put his team up 7-0. The Lions held that lead for a quarter and a half until the two big hook-ups between Mooderman and Niewoonder. Reid would cut that Comet lead to 14-10 with a 26-yard field goal late in the third quarter. The Comets though tacked on a two-yard touchdown run by Kyle Smith with 2:55 remaining in the game to seal the victory. Connor Vandongen was a perfect three for three on extra-point kicks for Kalamazoo Christian, which improves to 4-2 with the victory. Niewoonder had three catches on the night, for 128 yards, and also intercepted a pair of passes by Lion quarterback Brad Laverty. Laverty was intercepted three times on the night, also getting picked off once by Scott Timmerman. He was just one for seven passing, for four yards. The Lions did rush for 303 yards though. Caldwell led the way with 19 carries for 148 yards. Reid had 11 carries for 125 yards, and Matt Woodman five rushes for 40 yards. Modderman was 7-of-16 passing, for 313 yards and the two touchdowns. Smith had two catches for 113 yards, and also added 17 rushes for 61 yards. On the other side of the ball, Smith had ten tackles. The Comets also got ten tackles from Jacob Webb and 13 from Gilbert AsafuAdjaye. Mark Wehr led the Lion defense with nine tackles, while Andy Pierson had eight and Riley Fisher seven. Garrett Miller, Jake Ewing, and Kyle Spencer all picked up fumbles for the Lions. by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Things couldn’t have been much tighter at the top of the O-K Gold boys’ tennis standings this fall. Caledonia won the conference tournament, played Saturday and Monday in Middleville and Caledonia, by three points over secondplace Catholic Central. The Cougars though came into the league tournament in first place after the conference duals, and still stood alone as the league champions. The Fighting Scots needed Forest Hills Eastern to pass the Cougars to earn a share of the title, but the Hawks were one point back. Caledonia finished with 58 points at the league tournament, followed by Catholic Central 55, Forest Hills Eastern 54, South Christian 35, Thornapple Kellogg 28, Wayland 25, Hastings 22, Ottawa Hills 10. The Fighting Scots played for the championship at six flights, and won four flight championships. Jan Horstkotter knocked off Catholic Central’s Erik Sink 6-2, 6-4 in the second singles final, and at third singles Caledonia’s Sam Dion topped Catholic Central’s Tom Lake 6-0, 2-6, 6-0. Dennis Chase and Ben Davenport also scored a win in the finals over Catholic Central for the Scots, as they knocked off Owen Kane and Devin Marshall 7-6, 6-2 in the first doubles championship. At fourth doubles, Caledonia’s team of Kyle Smith and Alan Bont defeated Forest Hills Eastern 3-6, 6-4, 6-2. Catholic Central won titles at third doubles and fourth singles over Forest Hills Eastern opponents, while FHE topped Caledonia players in the first singles and second doubles finals. At number one singles, the Hawks’ Johnny Cotton defeated Trent Pontious 6-0, 6-0. The lone Hastings team to win an opening round match and advance on the championship side of the bracket was the first dou- Hastings second singles player Brian Graybill hits a forehand against South Christian’s Brian Faber Saturday at Caledonia High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) bles team of Casey Martin and Matt Mueller, which defeated Wayland’s top duo 6-2, 6-2 to start the tournament. The Saxons were then knocked off by Catholic Central’s Kane and Marshall in the semifinals. The Saxons return to action Thursday along with Thornapple Kellogg, at their Division 3 Regional Tournament hosted by Allegan High School. 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Football Volleyball Swimming Volleyball Football Volleyball Times and dates subject to change Thanks to This Week’s Sponsor: Hastings Orthopedic Clinic, P.C. “Quality Care with Compassion” TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12 5:00 pm Girls JV Volleyball Allegan Quad A HASTINGS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Contact Laura 948-0506 to Sponsor the Sports Schedule 840 Cook Rd. Hastings, MI 49058 Phone: 269-945-9520 Toll Free: 800-596-1005 Contact us on the web @ www.hoc-mi.com 77550096 Hastings’ Stephanie Warren hits an attack off the block of Thornapple Kellogg’s Alyssa Weesie during Thursday’s O-K Gold Conference contest. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Scots win tennis tourney, but Catholic Central stays on top �Page 20 — Thursday, October 7, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Exchange Club announces October Young Citizens Central Elementary School’s Young Citizens for October are Maggie Rough (left) Tanner Gardner (center) and Kaitlyn Dixon with teacher Michelle Benningfield. St. Rose sixth grader Mary Green, named her school’s Young Citizen for the month of October, is joined by teacher Amy Murphy. Wyatt Owen (left) and Emma Post are Northeastern’s Young Citizens for October. They are joined by teacher Alice Gergen. Alleyna Davis (left) and Meggan Tyrrell, pictured here with teacher Trisha Kietzman, are the Young Citizens for October at Southeastern Elementary School. 77550117 Named Young Citizens for October at Star Elementary School are Kylie Zimmerman (left) and Shayli Hinkle, joined here by teacher Tammy Nemetz. Hastings Middle School Young Citizens for October, pictured with Principal Mark Martin, are (from left) Kile Price, Emily Pattok, Nicole Hunt, Justin Carlson and Kevin Planck. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-10-14.pdf 42bda3e678b149aed8dec42d3b75b691 PDF Text Text Council holds first reading of marijana ordinance Voters asked to support local airport millage Saxon girls going back to state See Story on Page 15 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 18 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 41 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, October 14, 2010 NEWS Candidates take the stage in Hastings BRIEFS HHS cheerleaders to sponsor ‘Show Your Pink’ Friday During the Hastings High School football game at Baum Stadium at Johnson Field Friday, Oct. 15, the Hastings varsity cheer team will give away balloons that symbolize Breast Cancer Awareness Month. They ask everyone to wear pink and bring a bar of soap, “to cleanse away cancer.” The soap will be donated to Manna’s Market, a food and clothing bank which serves Barry, Eaton, and Ionia counties. Music school hosting fall festival Oct. 16 The public is invited to explore opportunities to learn and perform music at the Community Music School Fall Festival, from 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 16, at First United Methodist Church, 209 W. Green St. in Hastings. Students and faculty in the private lessons program will perform. Private lessons are offered in band and orchestra instruments, keyboard, guitar and voice. All ages and skill levels are accepted. As a special offer, individuals registering for classes or lessons the day of the event will pay no registration fee, a savings of $10 per student. The Community Music School also offers need-based financial aid. Community Music School Coordinator Steve Youngs said the festival is an excellent way to get acquainted with the music school. For more information, call Youngs 269948-9441 or visit www.YourMusicCenter.org. COA to host Fiddlers Jamboree next Saturday The Michigan Fiddlers Association will be returning to the Barry County Commission on Aging headquarters Saturday, Oct. 16, for a day of music, food and dancing. Fiddlers will be showing their stuff from 2 to 5 p.m. There will be a sign-up sheet available for open microphone, which will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. From 6 to 9 p.m., there will be plenty of music, including fiddles, guitars, steel guitars, dulcimers, bass fiddles, piano, and much more. Beginning at 6 p.m., the floor will be open for round, square and couples dancing. The Commission on Aging will be offering a hearty, homemade dinner of hot beef sandwiches with mashed potatoes, herbed green beans, apple cake and beverage. Dinner will be available from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at a cost of $6 for adults. All proceeds from dinner will go toward the COA’s Kinship Care Program. Admission to the jamboree is free of charge, but freewill offerings are appreciated. Proceeds at the door are split 50/50 by the Fiddlers Association and the COA. The Commission on Aging is located at 320 West Woodlawn Ave. in Hastings. For more information, phone Nellie at 1-517628-2108 or Bob at 269-945-2500. Blood drive planned next week The American Red Cross will host a blood drive from 1 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, at the First Presbyterian Church of Hastings’ new location, 405 N. M-37 Highway (near Airport Road). by David DeDecker Staff Writer Nine candidates stepped up to the Hastings Central Auditorium stage Monday, Oct. 11, and presented themselves and their priorities. The candidates then answered questions from mediator Jeff Jennette, superintendent of the Barry Intermediate School District and chair of the Barry County Chamber of Commerce Governmental Issues Committee. The forum was presented by the Hastings Business and Professional Women, Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Hastings Kiwanis Club. Less than 100 citizens attended the town-hall-style event. During the forum, each candidate was allowed three minutes for an introductory statement, two minutes to answer each question, and three minutes for a final statement. Because of limited space, the following will contain the candidates opening and closing statements, plus candidate websites for more information. The candidates were: Ted Gerrard, U.S. Taxpayers Party, 3rd District U.S. House of Representatives. “I grew up on the north end of Grand Rapids and attended Grand Rapids Junior College (GRCC) where my father was a professor of foreign languages. My mother was a U.S. Marine and later a social worker. “After GRCC, I met Linda, got married, and joined the Navy. As a veteran, I recognize the sacrifice that it takes for us to be free. After leaving the Navy, I came back to Grand Rapids because it had one of the best school districts for special-needs children. In the last 24 years, my wife Linda and I have raised two special-needs sons, which has given me great experience on the consumer side of our social services system. And I have a number of recommendations on how to fix that system. “In September of 1999, I was working for an electrical contractor and was laid off. I was without work for almost three hours, and have owned my own business ever since as an electrical contractor. I know the challenges of trying to keep employees on the payroll, writing checks to the IRS, writing checks to the unemployment system and to the state, and I know the frustration of watching that money being spent without responsibility. The responsibility they place on business, but not on themselves.” In closing: “My name is Ted Gerrard, and I am in this race for a number of reasons. When I joined the Navy in 1982, I swore to defend the Constitution of the United States. Over the last 20 to 30 years, but primarily over the last 10, I’ve seen the federal government gnawing away at that Constitution, with every little law they could pass. So, I am standing up for the oath that I swore in 1982. “As I mentioned earlier, as a veteran, I have seen the cost of freedom. I served with guys in the 1980s, so we didn’t see any heavy action, but I served with guys from the Vietnam era, and I have seen the results. I know what freedom costs. It’s a very high price. “As a business owner, concerning the lead laws imposed on us by the Environmental Protection Agency, the state of Michigan had some of the best lead laws in the country. Now, to maintain my contractor’s license, it’s going to cost me $1,000 this year in training and registration fees. My overall gross went down by $1,000 and now I have to spend $1,000 to continue business because of an unregulated agency in the federal government that does not have the Constitutional authority to come into our state and tell us how to live? These are the things that are ridiculous. These are the things that are causing me to ask for your vote on Nov. 2.” Pat Miles, Democratic Party, 3rd District U.S. House of Representatives. “I grew up in Grand Rapids. My grandfather was a GM worker, my other grandfather was a farmer. I have a business administration and economics degree from Aquinas College and went to Harvard Law School. “I came back to Grand Rapids in 1991 to begin practice as a business lawyer. I have been a business lawyer for the past 19 years. I have been a partner in a law firm for the past 13 years, employing a number a people. “I have worked a lot in the community, in terms of charitable organizations focusing on health care, education and neighborhood development. In education, I have been on the Aquinas Board of Trustees for 17 years. I served as board chairman from 2004 to 2008. I was elected president of the Grand Rapids Bar Association in 2002. “I have never run for office before, although I have been involved with political campaigns, both as chair and co-chair of Mayor George Hartwell’s successful campaigns. “I turn 43 next week. I am running because, as a business lawyer, it’s about solving problems, and this year is about solving problems. It’s not about partisanship, it’s not about party, it’s about putting the country first, and it’s about practical business solutions to help our small businesses. That’s who I have worked with over the past 19 years. Small businesses are big job creators, and it’s about jobs — getting people working again. It’s about fighting for jobs right here in Michigan, particularly manufacturing jobs. That’s why I am offering specific solutions and proposals on how to create jobs that will stay here in West Michigan.” In closing: “I would like to thank the candidates. We all believe it is important to go throughout the district and talk and listen to See CANDIDATES, pg. 5 County board approves budget Hears public comment on cuts to school liaison program Gathered for the ribbon cutting at the new Soaring Concepts Aerospace facility for Powrachute are (from left) Hastings Mayor Bob May, Deb May, Deb Hatfield, an unidentified person (no name available), Galen Geigley, Ethan Hoaglin, Dave McIntyre, Annette Furrow, Jeff Williams, Lani Forbes, Pat Doezema, Mark Noteboom, Jeff Mansfield, Andre Wiegand, Valerie Byrnes, John Hart and Dave Hatfield. (Photo by Scott Ommen) Soaring Concepts Aerospace is local airport’s newest business The Barry County Economic Development Alliance Monday hosted local community partners and leaders at the Hastings City/Barry County Airport to celebrate the new facility of Soaring Concepts Aerospace (Powrachute), a county company and the world’s leading manufacturer of powered parachutes. Soaring Concepts Aerospace is the umbrella corporation for Powrachute, which has been based in Middleville and will complete its relocation to the airport before the end of the year, bringing all 11 jobs along with it. The company plans to add another nine to 11 jobs within 12 months of relocation and has its vision on additional expansion as business allows. The new production facility is located just off the runway, along Airport Road, allowing for ease of testing, demonstration and general airport access at the new site. Powrachute Corp. was acquired by Jeff and Deb Williams in 2005 and moved to Middleville when the owner of the company, originally located in Kansas City, retired. Williams owned a large machine shop and was manufacturing most of the CNC machined parts for Powrachute in Michigan at the time. Williams had also been involved in the powered parachute industry since 1996, having become one of the nation’s top instructors and selling more than 100 powered parachutes up to that time. Sales contin- ued to soar under Williams’ leadership and 10 years later Powrachute has produced more than 1,500 aircraft flown around the world. More recently, Williams has partnered with Galen Geigley, owner of Soaring Concepts Aero Space, to grow the business beyond its current capacity spurring the development of the new facility located at the Hastings City/Barry County Airport. “It has always been our desire to locate at an airport. Thanks to Airport Manager Mark Noteboom, the Airport Board and area leadership we have been able to fulfill that goal,” said Williams. “Not only will we design and manufacture our three product lines here, but we plan to offer lessons and demonstrations as well.” John Hart, community development director for the City of Hastings, said “Attracting a well seasoned aviation manufacturer that is engaged in innovative design, sales, service and training is spectacular. What a great development it is for Barry County and all the municipalities involved.” After an in-flight demonstration with a Soaring Concepts Aero Space pilot on ribbon cutting day, Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield commented that Powrachute’s new operation is a match made in heaven for both the airport and the company. “Powrachute’s operations dovetail perfect- See AIRPORT, page 3 by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During its regular meeting Tuesday morning, the Barry County Board of Commissioners approved the 2011 budget and supporting tax levy by a 7-1 vote, with Commissioner Mike Bremer casting the dissenting vote. Bremer has said cutting the budget is “the easy choice” “I think we could dig deeper into the tax umbrella fund,” he said; “we didn’t need to lose people.” The 2011 general fund budget totals $14,203,335, which is $26,306 more than the current 2010 amended budget. The budget requires a tax levy of 5.4230 mills for general operations and is expected to generate $9.5 million in property tax revenue, which assumes a 4 percent decrease in property tax revenue. The actual amount will not be determined until the equalization process is completed in March 2011. In his communication to the board dated Oct. 12, County Administrator Michael Brown wrote, “Even though they are declining, taxes continue to represent the single largest portion of annual revenues, providing ... 67 percent of total revenue for the year. Charges for services is the next largest source of revenue, providing $1.3 million of 10 percent of the total annual revenues. The remaining five sources of revenue — licenses and permits, federal and state, rents and interests, fines and forfeits, and other revenue — provide the remaining $3.2 million, or 22 percent.” Brown also wrote that the 2011 budget proposal included the largest reduction in county dollars and staff placed before the board in the past 15 years, possibly ever. At the board’s request, Brown prepared the initial budget proposal based on three tiers of funding priority: Mandated, non-mandated but some services required, and non-mandated. To balance the 2011 budget, funding for mandated services is $62,730 less than requested and will be funded at 2010 staffing and service levels. The non-mandated programs with some service level include the elimination of four and half staff positions, reducing the funding $123,729 less than 2010 and $562,645 less than requested for 2011. The non-mandated programs were reduced 24 percent, $207,2888 less than 2010 funding and $217,228 less than what was requested for 2011. When it was initially presented to the board in August, the 2011 budget called for elimination of funding for all non-mandated programs receiving support from the county. The proposed budget elicited public outcry, particularly from those in support of the Barry Conservation District, the Barry County Economic Development Alliance and Michigan State University Extension. After hearing appeals from the public and department heads and much discussion the board of commissioners approved a motion to restore funding for non-mandated programs at 76 percent of their 2010 budgets. However, despite repeated appeals from Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf, the board opted not to fund the sheriff department’s non-mandated school See BUDGET, page 14 Delton man killed in stand-off A 40-year-old Delton man was fatally shot Wednesday morning during a confrontation with police at the Lakeside Mobile Home Park near Delton. Barry County Central Dispatch received several calls just after 6 a.m. Oct. 13 from callers indicating that a man was threatening residents with a shotgun. When Barry County Sheriff’s Department deputies and troopers from the Michigan State Police Hastings Post arrived and made contact with the suspect, Anthony W. Thompson, he continued to threaten residents and then began to threaten police officers. Thompson was repeatedly told to put down his weapon, but refused, according to police. When Thompson pointed his gun at police, he was fatally wounded by one of the troopers. No residents or police officers were injured during the confrontation. Michigan State Police are required to follow strict guidelines in the discharge of weapons. Policy permits officers to point or discharge a firearm in self-defense of another when he or she reasonably believes there is imminent danger of death or great bodily harm. A full and complete investigation of the incident is underway by the Michigan State Police and Barry County Sheriff’s Department. �Page 2 — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner CROP Walk is second highest since event began Right out of the parking lot, this young lad informs his dad that he is tired and needs a break, but he only sat still for a second before popping up and resuming the race at a run. Barry County CROP Walkers cross over the “Mayor’s Bridge” along their route, more than half way through their trek, making their way back toward Grace Lutheran Church. (Photos by Shannon Cornett) raised $1,202; and Grace Lutheran Church had 17 walkers who raised $853. Special honors were given to faithful CROP walker Trudy Tobias for her 28 years of participation. Nolan Hudson said she has served on the CROP Walk organizational team every year and retired last year. She was presented with a lap quilt made of many different CROP Walk shirts that have been used over the years. The quilt was made by Mary T-shirts, buttons, and stickers are worn in support of CROP walk. These ladies are on their way back to the church sporting the CROP logo. Trudy Tobias (center) was honored for her faithful support of the walk for 28 years. by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor It was a joyous occasion Sunday when participants in the Barry County CROP Walk learned that the walk would benefit from an anonymous donors pledge to contribute an extra $1,000 if there were 170 walkers collecting donations. As of the latest tally, 178 walkers participated and they collected $17,267.66 to fight hunger and poverty locally as well as globally through Church World Service (CWS), sponsor of the event. With the additional $1,000, the total raised is $18,267.66. Nolan Hudson, co-coordinator of the walk with his wife Joan, said he expects the walk to raise close to $19,000 when all the funds come in. “It was a good walk, an outstanding walk – a good day ... great weather,” he said. “The families we will help will be blessed as well.” The event was the second largest walk in Barry County CROP Walk’s 28-year history, Nolan Hudson said. The highest was the 25th anniversary walk a few years ago. Participants at this years event were “all appreciative. It was a god feeling for all of them. They were happy,” he said. “The credit goes to the recruiters, not to me. They are doing the work and are out there on the front lines working,” Nolan Hudson said. The walk was hosted by Grace Lutheran Church this year and that’s where the trek started and ended. Raising the most for CROP were Roland and Marilyn Oaster who collected $1,245. Coming in second were Nolan and Joan Hudson with $1,120. Bruce and Katy Estes were third with $705; the Powers family were fourth with $655 and Susan Foster was fifth with $523. The First Presbyterian Church of Hastings took first place in the competition with other churches. There were 40 walkers from the Presbyterian church, raising $4,013. Middleville United Methodist Church had 24 walkers and raised $3,026 to place second; Peace United Methodist Church had 11 walkers who raised $2,656; Country Chapel United Methodist Church had 16 walkers who “Fifteen million children in the United States live in poverty and poverty is the leading cause of hunger. Today, this walk will help some of those families.” People of all ages are excited to start walking and support the cause. The weather perfect for the day. – Nolan Hudson, Barry County CROP Walk co-coordinator Jane Bradfield. The Barry County CROP Walk Team received donations of $785 from local businesses and raised $74 from a Summerfest booth in August to add to the total amount of funds. Nolan Hudson expressed appreciation for those donations as well as all the others from generous people. At the brief ceremony before the walk began, Nolan Hudson told the gathering that 30 other CROP Walks were being held that same day in other Michigan communities. He estimated that more than 5,000 people were involved in all 31 walks, helping to feed the hungry in their communities and in other places. Walkers file out of the church, spreading out around the parking lot and heading out on their trek around downtown Hastings. He told the crowd that there are 49 million hungry Americans in the United States and countless others around the globe. “Fifteen million children in the United States live in poverty and poverty is the leading cause of hunger,” he said. “Today, this walk will help some of those families.” The event ended with everyone enjoying pizza and other refreshments. Incentive gifts were awarded. Twenty-five percent of the CROP Walk donations will stay in Barry County to assist local food programs “The other 75 percent will provide disaster relief globally,” Nolan Hudson said. Local food programs sharing this year’s CROP funds will be Love, Inc., Middleville Food Pantry, Maple Valley Community Pantry Shelf and Good Food for Freeport. Recent examples of global assistance by CWS include earthquake disaster relief in Haiti and help for flood victims in Pakistan. “In both of these countries, CWS has been providing food and cooking supplies, tents, blankets and medical supplies,” Hudson has said. “Due to the flood in Pakistan, the people have been called refugees in their own land. These families have lost homes, crops and animals. One man praised CWS flood response and the food package that his family received. Corrections The hay wagon and draft horses that transported the Hastings High School 2010 grand marshals during the homecoming parade is owned by Mike Goggins and was driven by Tim Goggins. Participants in the walk from the congregation of Grace Lutheran Church, which hosted the CROP Walk, gathered for a photo to celebrate the successful event. Inside the church, folks finish registering right before the walk begins. The Art for a Cause framed photograph donated to Delton District Library was purchased by Amanda Zaccanelli-Jenkins at the Thornapple Arts Council auction Oct. 2. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — Page 3 AIRPORT, continued from page 1 ly with the general aviation activities currently taking place at the airport, while significantly increasing the use of the airport’s traditionally underutilized aviation infrastructure,” Mansfield said. “Powrachute provides immediate jobs for Barry County, with the promise of many more jobs in the future as their own business expands and as other area businesses enjoy spin-off benefits from Powrachute’s presence at the airport. Powrachute’s operations at the Hastings City/Barry County Airport also provides numerous opportunities for the airport itself to benefit from private-sector based revenue sources, helping the airport to reach its goal of being self sustaining in years to come,” he said. Mansfield told a reporter that the new enterprise at the airport has the potential to be an economic boon for the community. "It will bring people to our community," he George Erickcek, senior regional analyst with the W.E. Upjohn Institute, will provide a specific economic outlook for Barry County at this year’s summit. He is pictured here with Barry County Economic Development Alliance President Valerie Byrnes. Economic Development Summit set for Nov. 4 The Barry County Economic Development Alliance will host the 8th Annual Economic Development Summit from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 4 at the Barry Expo Center, just north of Hastings. The event begins with hot appetizers and networking. Keynote presentations will begin promptly at 3:30 p.m. George Erickcek, senior regional analyst with the W.E. Upjohn Institute, will provide a perspective on the state of the economy with a specific economic outlook for Barry County at this year’s summit. Erickcek monitors the economic conditions in West Michigan and shares his forecasts with local communities. At the 2009 Summit, he indicated that Barry County is “faring better than average in a tough Michigan economy.” Erickcek noted that while Barry County experienced a net job loss of about 150 jobs during 2008, the silver lining was that more than 500 jobs had been created to help off-set what was otherwise lost. “Many counties in Michigan did not come out of 2008 as well as Barry County,” he has said. Job creation data is one statistic Erickcek reports on at the Economic Development Summit. At the conclusion of last year’s Economic Development Summit, Erickcek advised the Barry County Economic Development Alliance to continue its focus on small business development and entrepreneurship. Heeding that guidance, the county alliance board of directors created a formal partnership with the Entrepreneur Pillar of the Barry Community Foundation’s HomeTown Partners initiative by naming two alliance board members as members of the E-Pillar. Alliance board members Fred Jacobs, J-Ad Graphics, and Brian Zatzke, Lumenflow Corp., stepped up to engage with the group to build a model that promotes entrepreneurial growth countywide. Joining Erickcek at this year’s Summit is Dr. Timothy Bartik, senior economist with the W.E. Upjohn Institute. His presentation (based on his forthcoming book, Investing in Kids: Early Childhood Programs and Local Economic Development) will present evidence that local economic development strategies should include as one component a plan for investing in high-quality early childhood programs. Research shows that several high quality early childhood programs have local economic development benefits that far exceed their costs. Bartik will share compelling data to engage community leadership to think proactively about the future workforce of Barry County. Platinum Sponsorship of this year’s Summit is provided by Consumers Energy, Barry County Telephone, Pennock Health Services and Barry Great Start. Gold Sponsorship is provided by J-Ad Graphics, Firstbank, Lake Trust Credit Union, Union Bank, Commercial Bank, the Gun Lake Tribe and Chemical Bank and will host company booths at the Business Expo on the day of the Summit. Silver Sponsorship is provided by Walker, Fluke & Sheldon. “We are fortunate to have such supportive partners allowing us again to offer the economic development summit to our business and community leaders at no cost”, said Barry County Economic Development Alliance President Valerie Byrnes. The alliance will also include a Business Expo, also at the Barry Expo Center, as part of the event this year. The Business Expo will be held from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. prior to the summit with businesses throughout the county showcasing their products and services to fellow businesses and residents. The entrance into the Expo is also free of charge for visitors, businesses and residents alike. Expo sponsors include WBCH Radio and the Barry Expo Center. Please visit www.mibarry.com for details on showcasing a business at the Expo for a nominal fee. Pre-registration is required for the Economic Development Summit as seating is limited. Please call the Chamber at 269/9452454 to RSVP. The Expo is open to all and the public is encouraged to attend this free event. said. "The gyro-copters are built from a kit; the people who purchase one need to assemble it themselves. They come to the facility and it takes about a week to construct and during that time they will likely patronize hotels, restaurants and retail establishments." Barry County Economic Development Alliance President Valerie Byrnes said, “Quality transportation systems and infrastructure are key pieces of successful economic development strategies to support local communities. Having a strong local airport is such an asset for Barry County and, as we see with the example of Powrachute, it can be a real driver for economic activity.” Airport Manager Mark Noteboom has indicated that the airport can become self-sustaining in about 10 years with the right development and strategic investment through the proposed millage on the Nov. 2 ballot. The millage request, as presented by Noteboom, Communities announce dates for trick-or-treating Although Halloween falls on a Sunday, this year, many communities have opted to move trick-or-treating and other events to Saturday evening. Following are some dates and times of events for Halloween activities. The list is not complete; the information below is what J-Ad Graphics had at press time. Delton Trick-or-treating will be held Oct. 31, from 5 to 8 p.m. The fire station will not have a candy check this year. Gun Lake Gun Lake businesses and residents are planning for trick-or-treating Saturday, Oct. 30. Hastings Trick-or-treating will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31, in the city of Hastings. Vermontville Halloween in the village will be celebrated Saturday, Oct. 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. The parking lot by the park will be set up with “trunk or treat.” The Lions Club will be serving hot dogs, cider, coffee and hot chocolate. Ace Auto will be offering a “haunted garage” Saturday and Sunday evenings. Lake Odessa The Lakewood Kiwanis Club will host a street party on Fourth Avenue in Lake Odessa from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30. Kids can attend in costume and parade across a stage. Official trick-or-treat hours will be Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. Clarksville Trick-or-treating will be Saturday, Oct. 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. A party will be held in the fire barn following trick-or-treating. Woodland Festivities are Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m. The Lakewood Lions will have their custom- ary party in the park with doughnuts, cider, hot dogs and costume judging. Sunfield Halloween hours are Sunday, Oct. 31, from 6 to 8 p.m. First Baptist Church of Sebewa will have trunk or treat in the village park. In past years, the Halloween hours are darker because the day often coincides with the end of daylight saving time. But the official day to “fall back” has been set back one week and falls on the second Sunday in November, Nov. 7. would be for a one-tenth (.1000) mill levy for 10 years, 2010-19, inclusive beginning in December of this year. Noteboom said that the millage would provide a reliable source of funding for 10 years for airport maintenance, operations and necessary capital improvements to prepare for a new model of self-sustainability by 2020. “We can make preparations for more businesses out there, purchase and or construct more hangers,” said Noteboom. “Right now the big airports in the area, the general aviation, is being pushed out due to Homeland Security so all these people are looking for places to go. At this time, we have no more hanger space; we’re full. We do have areas to build them,” he said. “If we had four 12-unit hangers, and they were full, basically they would fund this airport. That’s the whole goal of this, so in 10 years the city won’t have to fund it, and the county won’t have to fund it in 10 years,” he said. Those in attendance at the ribbon cutting event enthusiastically commented on the construction of an additional private hanger being built at the airport. “The Hastings City/Barry County airport provides a very impressive setting for economic development possibilities looking out over the airfield seeing new investment in another private hanger, a high quality terminal, well-maintained buildings and quality infrastructure on the ground,” said Hart. Byrnes added, “These are all amenities of great value to Barry County as business owners evaluate us as a place to locate and grow a business.” To learn more about Powrachute and its product line, visit online at www.powrachute.com. Rotary, cheerleaders clean up highway Hastings Rotary Club members and Hastings High School cheerleaders cleaned up M-37 Sept. 27 as part of the Adopt-A-Higway program. Pictured are (front row, from left) Ashley Walch, Sadie Walsh, Desirea Heers, Sierra Jenkins, Autumn Phillips, Paige Downs, Faith Pearless, Michelle Howlet, Katherine Cybulski (back) Traci Norris, Shari Jager, Danielle Friend, Dave Arnold, Michelle Skedgell, Troy Dalman, Rich Satterlee, Jeff Arnett and Chelsea Eldred. (Missing from photo are Rob Deming, Randy Hart, Jeff Mansfield and Brent Cowan.) Follow the Stars Hastings Public Library shares weekly schedule H H H H H Thursday, Oct. 14 — Movie Memories remembers Jennifer Jones in “Portrait of Jennie,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15 — preschool story time about toys, toys, toys, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 16 — Anime Club, 1 to 4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 18 — Teen Read Week begins; “Crash Course” a brown bag discussion, 12 to 2 p.m.; library board of directors meets, 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19 — toddler story time about cookies, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20 — Tween Royal Readers Theatre auditions for Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library for more information, 269- 945-4263. A l l H a l l o w s Ev e n i n g C e l e b ra t i o n Sat., October 23 • 3 to 6 pm Celebrate Halloween in a Victorian Setting OLD FASHIONED TREATS • FRESH CIDER • FISHING FOR DOUGHNUTS • POPCORN BALLS • KIDS PAINT TINY PUMPKINS • TAKE A HAYRIDE • COME AND SEE THE HEADLESS HORSEMAN to one of the strongest banks in the nation. Hastings City Bank has been awarded BauerFinancial’s* highest 5 Star Superior rating for financial strength and stability as of June 30, 2010. We are the only bank in our service area to have this coveted rating. Bring Your Own Trick or Treat Bag Jack-O-Lantern Contest… Costume Contest Use your imagination and bring your own carved or decorated pumpkin, gourd All this for $3.00 per person…Adult *BauerFinancial has been providing the public with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions regarding their banking relationships for over a quarter of a century. For the rating of any U.S. bank or federally insured credit union, simply visit www.bauerfinancial.com Children 12 years & under… FREE CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings For more info call 269-945-3775 or visit www.charltonpark.org 77550579 77550573 �Page 4 — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Has old-fashioned American spirit gone out of style? To the editor: It’s time to put history back into play when dealing with difficult economic situations such as this country is dealing with today. All we hear about in the national media is about our economic woes, our loss of jobs, and government spending too much money. Yes, that’s all true, but how can we turn these problems around when no one wants to stop and take a stand? It is time to look at how past administrations handled many of these problems. It is time to quit taking sides to these issues (Democrats, Republicans, Independent, or Whatever) and tell the American public that the only way we will figure out a solution is by sitting down and making sure we will get it right by using common sense and coming up with a bipartisan agreement. Historically, people have not wanted the government to create jobs for them – they did something for themselves. Now in this economy, getting Americans back to work again and restoring that pride of work after kicking all those jobs out of this country is going to be a very hard task. Our American worker is used to a traditional paycheck for a hard week’s labor. It seems our government, for a long time, created the feeling that the American jobs should be sent somewhere else for many reasons and that we should close down the traditional brick-andmortar plants across this land. Now they want to pass “jobs bills” so that they look good, but those jobs are not coming back. It’s time to decide to get as many card-carrying, tax-paying American (non-union and union) and (government) workers back into the economy as we can to jump-start this mess with real people going out with true American spirit and creating ideas, getting government out of our way, and then that will be true “hope and change.” Its also time to begin to limit spending at all levels of government, put a spending cap to a certain percent for future spending right now. Close down any unnecessary buildings or compounds. Limit the federal employee numbers and keep stock inventories down to just-in-time. Limit the printing of currency to when we have the backing instead of just going crazy and adding on to our national debt to the Federal Reserve, which is growing constantly. Make it mandatory to eliminate at least 50 percent of possible pork projects that get tacked on to future legislative bills. Demand that the lineitem veto provision be approved. Also, all future legislation must be online for 48 hours for viewing. Our founders put checks and balances in the Constitution, and this is our way of making sure that they work. This is true “hope and change” for this country. The card-carrying tax-paying American people need to know that our history did not go out of fashion here, and with some major economic changes at the government levels, we can avoid a major economic decline. It’s 2010, Americans are tired of paying our tax money to a government that just doesn’t care about us and only likes us when it’s election time. Isn’t it election year this year? I don’t see much leadership from any parties coming down the line at either the state or the national level. It’s time for all solid citizens to come to the aid of the country to get informed and to go to the polls and place that informed vote that puts the country’s future back in solid hands. All we ask is for the honest facts, and we the people can deal with the tough situations. All of our past generations took a lot of courage just to come here and start a new life of hard work, long hours and total dedication for their families. Always put this country’s military men and women in your thoughts and prayers as they go into harm’s way to protect us. Just remember, they take the bullets for us so that we don’t have to. Also, it’s time to decide to be more independent on natural resources. This country has a had an agenda of shipping in oil and other resources. It’s time to do it here so that we can develop jobs here. Throughout our country’s history, American citizens created their own opportunities by working out solutions whenever a problem arose. Many small businesses were started in garages and built up from there. It’s time Congress really got the message of the people. Don’t sell the American people short. Don’t spend money you do not have just to spend it! Stephen Jacobs, Hastings Rumble strips should have been researched To the editor: The state’s implementing of the safety grooves in Barry County roads has puzzled me. If they truly alert drivers who might be crossing the middle line or driving off the road, then that is appreciated. But I’m wondering if much research was put into this project before it was done. Because I live on M-37, I discovered immediately that the asphalt was thrown from the machine digging up the grooves onto my lawn, and when I mowed, I found it flying everywhere from under my lawn mower. Then I discovered that when a vehicle passes another vehicle, every time it crosses over the center line it makes a very loud noise, like a bad muffler. I’m sure others who live on M-37 or other highways, has experienced the debris left behind and the continuous noise – even when the windows are closed. I don’t know if there is an option to keep the safety grooves and lower the noise, but that would be appreciated. Maybe some research needs to be done after the fact. Noah Beeder, Middleville Homecoming edition brought back memories To the editor: Having been in Hastings this past weekend, I happened to pick up a copy of the Oct. 7 Hastings Banner. It brought back so many memories of homecoming on the front and second page. At first, I thought George W. Bush had attended, but then I realized it was local insurance man Dave Coleman with hands raised, receiving a business victory award for the homecoming decorating contest. I’ve been reading the Banner online for some time (plan to subscribe), as I live out of state, to keep up on local news. I have to say, though, that one of my favorite sections is the Police Beat, where stories are unusually well-written. What a great town Hastings is and how many of the members of my graduating class and others look upon the town with great fondness. In fact, many are returning to live there where wholesome values and neighborhoods still exist. Always proud to say I grew up in Hastings, Michigan. Barry County voters asked to support local airport millage Earlier this year, the Hastings City/Barry County Airport Commission approved a motion requesting the Barry County Board of Commissioners approve a resolution to place a millage proposal on the Nov. 2 ballot to provide funding for the maintenance, operation and capital improvements for the airport. They are requesting a millage of one-tenth of a mill for 10 years (an average of $5 per household) with specific plans to expand the airport in an effort to become self-supporting by the end of the term. You might ask yourself, “Why should I support this proposal?” For a nominal amount of money — less than a couple gallons of gas Thousands of local residents gather at the ‘Hastings Airpark’ in August 1946 when the for most homeowners — together field was dedicated. Dignitaries at the full-day program declared the airport progressive we can help the airport to become and commended Hastings’ spirit of civic cooperation. self-supporting while at the same time making it possible to provide more jobs by expanding the cur- of the man to whom the new building was to be dedicated. A memorial plaque at the facility describes the younger McMullin, who died rent facilities. On Monday, the Barry County Chamber of Commerce and June 23, 1980, as a “civic and industrial leader who was active in Economic Development Alliance held a ribbon-cutting ceremony the promotion of a modern, well-managed airport for the purpose of for the airport’s newest industry, Soaring Concepts Aerospace encouraging industrial and commercial growth in Barry County and (SCA). The company, which designs and builds light sport aircraft, the City of Hastings.” The new terminal was part of a master plan developed for the recently completed its new facilities on the airport grounds. SCA was located in Middleville for the past seven years, but chose to airport commission in 1982, calling for a series of enhancements to relocate at the airport, making it easier to test airplanes as they upgrade the airport by extending the runway, adding taxiways, a build them. In a recent Banner story, owner Jeff Williams said, new apron and runway lighting. Still to come was widening and “The company is going through growth as we speak. We used to repaving the main runway, along with lengthening the main runbuild only one kind of aircraft, now we’re in production of two.” way. According to recent reports, more patients were airlifted last The business plans on adding jobs in the future with the hopes of month than any previous month. The airport reported more “angel keeping up with increasing sales. What was billed more than 64 years ago as one of the biggest flights” in recent months, and local law enforcement agencies have events yet to be held in Hastings was the dedication of the new been using the field for special training. According to FFA officials, the Hastings airport had more than Hastings Airport. As part of the event, Republican candidate for governor Kim Sigler returned to his hometown as the principal 20,000 take offs and landings from the field last year. And, in spite speaker as part of a ceremony to dedicate the new Hastings of the state’s economic slowdown, the local airport continues to Airpark. During his remarks to the thousands in attendance that expand by adding more hangar space along with attracting new day in 1946, Sigler told the audience that if elected governor, he businesses locating at the field. And, with the continued expansion would pledge to an all-out program for development of aviation of Grand Rapids International Airport and increased national secuthroughout the state. He praised Barry County for its support to rity measures, the Hastings airport will continue to attract more airlocal aviation. He exclaimed that Hastings proved to the state what planes. By supporting the millage, your vote will provide the long-term a community can do and emphasized the need for the passage of an amendment permitting the expenditure of public funds for airports revenue needed to improve and promote the airport. According to throughout the state, because, as he said, “all municipalities do not airport manager Mark Noteboom, “The millage will allow us to have public-spirited citizens such as you do, I am pleased and apply for matching grants by giving us the needed funds for the local match.” For example, the rotating beacon at the airport happy that the old hometown is apace with the speed of today.” Sigler then introduced Fred M. Alger Jr., Detroit candidate for recently needed to be restored. The project cost was $54,000, and secretary of state who told the attendees that “the airport would with a local match of $1,000, they were able to get the beacon bring many economic advantages in the future.” Small aircraft avi- repaired. The airport also added another helicopter pad for ation was just beginning to grow, and with Hastings’ new airfield, Medivac units, giving them a safer place to land. The cost of the he said “you could become a feeder field as the industry continues project was just under $425,000, with the airport’s match of $2,500, the project was completed. These are just a few of the projto grow.” Alger went on to say, “We need the spirit you demonstrated here ects completed, and they have plan to build more hangars to provide additional rental space for aircraft while, giving them continelsewhere in the state.” At the time, experts considered the Hastings Airport one of the ued revenue to make it possible for them to become self-sustaining best landing fields in the state for a community of its size. Even in the future. The airport has proven to be a valuable asset of our community, today, Hastings Airport ranks high for airfields of its size because it has continued to keep pace with expanding needs over the years. and with your support, it could become a key factor in our business In an interview, as part of the original dedication ceremony, and industrial growth in the coming years. Local businesses and George Cushing, news editor of WJR Radio, said the “Hastings air- industries use the airport for sales personnel, parts and emergency port and the people of this community are a fine example of civic equipment deliveries. Early next year, the Gun Lake Casino will cooperation and enterprise” by developing the field. “We are happy open its new facility. The flights in and out of Hastings could drato be able to broadcast from such a progressive city,” said Cushing. matically increase because of the size and quality of the facility and Among many political dignitaries in attendance was Aben the proximity to the Gun Lake Casino project. With more traffic, it Johnson, president of Hastings Manufacturing Company, a large will require that the airport extend the runway again, to make it donor to the field. Many state and federal grants also were possible for more planes and chartered aircraft to land here. The request is a minor investment, given the potential of continreceived, making the new airfield possible. Over the years, our community airport has continued to keep up uing to expand our local airport. Barry County has shown continwith demands, just as it did June 23, 1990, by taking another giant ued support for the Hastings airport. We need to give it our support step forward with the dedication of the new Earl W. McMullin once again, by voting yes Nov. 2. For more information, visit their Airport Administration Building. Various public officials were in website at: www.airportmillage.com. attendance, including then-State Rep. Bob Bender, who was the Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics keynote speaker, along with Earl L. and Virginia McMullin, parents Marilyn (Ironside) Kraft Class of ‘65 West Milton, Ohio Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. Will you support airport millage? The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... The November ballot will include a 10-year .1 millage request for the Hastings airport to fund improvements and encourage business development on the site. Do you have questions about what this millage will cost and what it will be used to do? Are you planning to support the millage? A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Scott Darling, Hastings: “I knew about the millage. I don’t know which way I will vote. I need more information.” Chuck Reineer, Middleville: “I think this is a good idea. I fly some, and improvements to the airport would make the experience better.” Deloris Dipp, Freeport: “Passing the millage will be good for business and county tourism.” Shirley Barnum, Hastings: “I support the millage. I used to fly a Cessna 150 and think the airport is important to the county.” Jim Sprague, Middleville: “I need to do some research since I am uniformed abut this millage at the present time. I will be looking how it will benefit people in the Barry County community.” Lauren Tripp, Hastings: “I know about the millage because I grew up near the airport and I have friends who are skydivers. I will need more information before voting.” Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — Page 5 CANDIDATES, continued from page 1 voters. There is one candidate that is not here tonight, who didn’t think it worth his while, apparently, to come to Barry County. “This is not a partisan year. The voters are in a very angry mood, and they are angry at the two major parties. They’re are angry at Republicans and angry at Democrats. They are very much saying that it is not about the individual politician. They are not concerned about who’s in power, not concerned about their personal career, their personal ideology, how they can get a better office space. It’s about the people of the country. It’s about putting the nation ahead of the party. It’s about solving problems. “Finally, the message of this election is going to be the people saying, ‘Solve the problems. Use common sense. Be practical. And get something done.’ Because the nation is in crisis. We just averted a great depression, a second great depression. We have a weak economy which is struggling. We are losing our jobs. Too many of our jobs are going overseas. We are losing our manufacturing base, which not only jeopardizes our national security, if we were to have a major international conflict or war. We have a growing federal budget deficit. Both parties have been fiscally irresponsible over the last 10 years. We have a growing national debt. We have schools that are not performing to their potential. And yet there is partisan bickering and it has to stop. “We have to have problem-solvers in office. We have to have people that are willing to put forward real, concrete, practical solutions to the challenges of the day. That’s what I am focusing my campaign on. That my opponent, who’s a Republican, is not standing up for Michigan jobs. That has to be the No. 1 task of the next congressman from the 3rd Congressional District — standing up for jobs in West Michigan so we can have a strong middle class.” James Rogers, Libertarian Party, 3rd District U.S. House of Representatives. “My name is James Rogers. I am 48 years old. I have worked and lived in Michigan my entire life. My education is vocational from Macomb Community College in heating, ventilation and air conditioning, also electronics. I have worked for the City of Warren as a lifeguard and have EMT training. I have a bachelor’s degree in business leadership and have worked with many small businesses, and also the Fortune 500 company, WR Grace, where they do packaging and marketing systems. I have been in small business with one employee, and I have been in board rooms of companies like Sara Lee and Con-Agra. I am very comfortable working with all types of people, whether it be small contractor or medium-size company of 50 people, or major corporation. “I come with a lot of common sense and practical experience. I am not an attorney. I do not have any political background per se. I was born and raised as a Democrat in a union family, converted to Republican and voted that way for many years. I have become extremely dissatisfied. I have gotten to the point where I don’t see our country going in the right direction any more, and am looking at getting us into a new conversation and new direction — to get us away from the partisan bickering. It is a lot of showmanship and not a lot of substance. I am here to change that conversation, bring substantial information and talk about issues. Talk about some new ideas about how to our government around.” In closing: “Well, what Pat said made a lot of sense. But I have to point out, that all the issues we are talking about right now have been delivered to you by the Republican and Democratic parties. It’s just a fact, because that’s who has been in charge. That’s who we have been sending there. Why do we vote for one particular party or the other? It’s because we are conditioned. Some people follow a particular school. Maybe you are a Michigan fan, or Michigan State fan. Maybe you like the Detroit Tigers, or maybe you’re a Mets or White Sox fan. Everyone’s conditioned because of the way they grew up. They get comfortable. That’s who their family roots for, and once and a while there is a child that comes up and kind of goes against the grain. I had a son like that. My oldest son was just like me, and the younger son did everything the opposite, just because he wanted to be different. “Your conditioned a certain way, and I think we are at that point now. Even the Founding Fathers, probably specifically Thomas Jefferson, said that every now and then we need a revolution. He’s not talking about guns or war; he talking about the need to throw a political party away. And I think we’re to a point where we see two parties that are really off track. “The Libertarian Party, is coming to you with innovative new ideas and different ways to look at things. In the entrance way, there is a pamphlet, “Vision for America,” and I encourage you to pick that up. Just for one reason: to read the little stories in there. How the Libertarian Party is looking at some of these issues, some of the ideas, because America is about innovation. “We’ve got a lot of small businesses out there that are ready to go to work, and if government will get out of the way, they will move forward. Giving a business a loan right now is not going to solve their problems. They really need to know where their costs are going to be, what it is going to cost them to do business, what the tax load is going to be. These are the things that we have to get under control because everyone is scared. They don’t want to move. So in order to get things moving, we need to get government out of the way. “That’s really what I am committed to, I am committed to go to Congress and change the conversation. I am not beholden to any political parties. I don’t have $230,000 in a slush fund that they call a campaign fund. And if you’re interested in what’s there, go to the Internet or library, and look up www.FEC.gov and it will show you where all the dollars come from and all the money that is available. So, I ask you to say, ‘What kind of government do you want?’ And now it’s time to be a little bold and take a hard look at the candidates and decide, do you really want the right person to go to Congress for you? Or, do you want to stick to the same old tired parties?” Charlie Shick, Green Party, 3rd District U.S. House of Representatives. “I may not have the resume of some sitting here. I am a single parent. I work in a warehouse. I drive a Saturn, so I am pretty common among Americans as far as how I live my lifestyle. And it’s very uncommon on Capital Hill to live like I do. “In the political field, I have worked on two presidential campaigns registering voters, gathering signatures. I have actively attended my county commissioners and city council meetings.” In closing: “As you can see, I am slightly younger than most of the gentlemen up here. But, that has afforded me the chance to grow up in a very unique time in history. When I was in the fourth grade, just learning about elections, I got to see Ross Perot really hand it to George Bush and Bill Clinton in 1992. And then, when I was a senior in high school, I was actually a few months too young to vote, but I got to see Ralph Nader hand it to Al Gore and George Bush. By calling them out, and doing one thing, although we can talk about partisanship, there really is not that much going on. The Democrats and Republicans, working together, have given us endless wars, job loss and plant closings. Working together, they passed thousands of bills per year. But what was the last bill we truly remember a debate on? There was health care, over a year ago. There is the TARP Act, where they said if you don’t have the money to pay your mortgage, you’re out of luck. But, if you’re a bank and you don’t have any money, here’s a blank check. “I honestly do not believe there is a dime’s worth of difference between the Republicans and Democrats. I am sure some of the individuals up here can tell some differences, I am speaking in general terms. You look at their campaign donors. Corporations like BP donate an average of a million dollars a year, split between the two parties. GM does the same thing. These corporations are funding their campaign coffers and funding the party. Can you expect the representatives that have been elected with that money to give a neutral statement when legislation comes up that could possibly harm one of these companies? No. They have the same big-money hands in their pockets, and they’re going to vote the same way. “I am a member of the Green Party. We have our four pillars, which are grassroots democracy, social justice, non-violence and environmental protection. These are simple points. I would love your vote, and I think you should give my party — or any third party — a chance.” Bob Willett, Libertarian Party, 87th District Michigan House of Representatives. “I do not have quite the resume of some of these gentlemen up here, which is very impressive. But, I am an honest working man. I work every day at Bradford-White in Middleville. I have grown up in this community. I have spent 90 percent of my life in this community. I was born at Pennock Hospital. I graduated from Hastings High School. So, I am a true product of this community. “I do not have the experience that these gentlemen have. But, I would ask you to consider this: if you look around at Lansing and Washington, we have a tremendous amount of experience in place right now, and look at where we are at. I believe it is time for a new voice and some new ideas.” In closing: “As I look around the state and around the country, I see more and more of us Libertarians and third parties being invited to these events. I think our frustration level has hit the boiling point. “I would like you to take a trip back. About four years ago, the Republicans were in charge and things were rolling along, then something happened. They stopped listening to the people, and they couldn’t control their spending. So they were quite handily defeated — swept out of office by the Democrats, who promised two things: hope and change. And although I may be an eternal optimist and believe there is always hope, I ask you, What has changed? Absolutely nothing. National unemployment has doubled and spending has tripled. “But, for those of us who make Michigan our homes, this is not a new story for us. Michigan has been mired in an economic depression/recession for a decade now. All the while, Democrats and Republicans have been telling us they would fix it. We have the ideas to change it. I mean, we all remember our governor’s speech, how she told us how we would be ‘blown away’ by Michigan’s economic recovery. I don’t know about you, but I would like at least a little breeze. “You know, Albert Einstein once said that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. And yet in every election cycle, this is what happens. We vote for group A or group B. All the while they are making promises they will never be able to keep or never even intend to keep. “I believe the United States is the greatest country in the history of mankind, and Michigan was once an integral part of that equation. Behemoths like Henry Ford built his business here because of the promise Michigan held. Because of her greatness. I believe that greatness is still here; because the greatness that is Michigan is her people. “My goal is simple, I would like to fight to reign in the ever-expanding government and allow the business men and women and the working men and women of Michigan to do what they are capable of doing: revitalize Michigan’s sad, sad economy.” Mike Callton, Republican Party, 87th District Michigan House of Representatives. “I started out as a political neophyte in the village of Nashville for five years. I have 15 years of school board experience. I am on the Eaton ISD Board. I have been a Barry County commissioner for six years, including three years as chairman. I feel that with all these positive, successful experiences, I have acquired a good technical skill set which I can bring to the State of Michigan.” In closing: “I once opened a fortune cookie, and in it, I found kind of a treasure. The saying was, ‘He who hunts bear, should not chase rabbits.’ And over the years, I have thought a lot about it. “Right now, I could apply that saying to the age we are in right now. I think we are in a very important age, a very important election. The next couple will be very important and may determine how things go for generations forward. “The ‘Bear’ right now is the economy. Now, we have talked about the economy, but we have talked about a lot of rabbits. I am not going to say what I think is a rabbit, but anything that is not the economy is a rabbit. If we can focus on the economy, and if we can solve the economy, then we are going to turn around a lot of these problems, like funding for roads and schools; not having the money for this or that. It’s going to help everyone all the way around. I am asking for your vote, and I will focus on the economy.” Daniel Grow, Libertarian Party, Michigan Attorney General. “Good evening. I am the father of two young daughters. I have lived in Michigan my entire life. I went to Michigan State University for public administration and University of Detroit School of Law. “I have been in private practice my entire career with over 16 years of experience. I began my practice serving the trucking industry, went on to insurance and civil rights litigation, zoning and other governmental matters. “In 2009, I started my own practice, in contrast with the Republican candidate, who pretty much went right into the U.S. Congress right after graduation. He’s the stepson of the Dow Chemical fortune. I have all real-world experience, not governmental experience. The people of the state of Michigan have a special opportunity to elect someone as attorney general who is not beholden to either the Democratic or Republican parties.” In closing: Grow asked the audience to applaud all the candidates and said he would not make a closing statement. Rick Jones, Republican Party, 24th District Michigan State Senate. “Prior to running for the state senate, I served three terms in the Michigan House of Representatives for Eaton County. Prior to that, I was sheriff for Eaton County. I have 31 years of experience with the Eaton Sheriff’s Department, starting at the bottom as deputy and working my way up through the ranks. “As state representative, I have numerous successes, bipartisan and working on minority, have gotten things done. I think we are going to turn this state around, and I want to be there to reinvent it with the new governor.” In closing: “I believe in common sense. My legislation has not been aimed at spending more of your tax dollars; it has been aimed at common sense. “One of the first things we worked on when we went to the state house was a criminal that had broken into a home, the homeowner was struggling for his life, and the wife hit the bad guy over the head with a jar of pennies to save her husband’s life. A few months later, the bad guy, he got better, and sued the homeowners because they used excessive force. That kind of nonsense needs to stop. [With] my legislation, now you have the right to defend yourself from great bodily harm or death. You cannot be sued, you cannot be prosecuted. “I had a soldier, shared 50/50 custody of his son with his ex[wife]. He went to Iraq for our country. When he returned, the court took away all his custody rights — said he aban- doned his son. I said, ‘Baloney!’ It’s my legislation that guarantees that every soldier, sailor, airman, marine will retain their custody rights, when they return from serving our country. In fact, this was not just for men. Many women soldiers were able to use this to retain their custody when they returned. “That’s the sort of things I work on in the state house. And, as your senator, I will continue to work on those sort of things. I will continue to keep my priorities as public safety, education and roads or infrastructure. I know that’s what most people want their money to go to, those are my priorities. “Another thing that is a little unique about me. You can call me 24/7. I provide any constituent with my cell phone number. It has gone off three times since I have been up here talking. If I am sleeping, I will call you the next day. Thanks for coming out tonight.” Scotty Boman, Libertarian Party, Michigan Secretary of State. “I believe I am qualified to serve as secretary of state because I have had a lot of close experience with the office itself. I have met the current secretary of state, but have also been involved with petition drives. I worked in 1992 to restore my party’s ballot access after we had lost it. I have been involved at various levels in the process in understanding election law.” In closing: “Hi, I am Scotty Boman. There is no ‘W’ in my name. Libertarian for secretary of state. Can I see the hands of all the people who are better off than they were 10 years ago? I see our depression has been averted. I couldn’t resist that. “Anyway, I need to put my closing statement in context. I went to every other secretary of state candidate and asked them their veiws/positions on the issues I will mention here. And only one of them, the Green candidate, was willing to join me on a joint statement on these issues. I spoke directly to each of the other candidates. There was no failure to get the message. “What I pledge to do is to reject the ‘Real ID Act’ or the attempt to make state documents into defacto national ID cards. A lot of people don’t know this, but the next secretary of state will have 30 days to decide whether we are enrolled in the ‘Real ID Act.’ Your ID will still say Michigan, but it will be a national ID card. There will be chips in our driver’s license. They can track you at a distance, that chip number is linked to a database with all kinds of personal information. “Minimize the collection of biometric information. This is high-resolution photographs that allow your face to be scanned by cameras all over the place. You can be tracked simply based upon facial-recognition technology. “Destroy used or extraneous personal information for preemptive use. Under the Patriot Act, the federal government claims the secretary of state cannot deny information stored in the state’s database if they ask for it. Well, the solution to that is to delete the information you have, and if they ask for it, you simply don’t have it. “Refuse to share information with external organizations without your informed consent. Through the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, the information you share with the secretary of state’s office would be shared not only with the federal government, but would Continued on next page Pennock Health Services 77550577 �Page 6 — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Candidates, from previous page be shared with other foreign governments. “I put it this way about information sharing: Have you ever seen those billboards that say ‘Once it is on the Internet, you cannot delete it’?’ It’s like that. Once your information is out there, who knows what someone will do with it? It’s probably not going to be Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 good. You can read more about this on my website.” For more information on the candidates, check their websites at: Ted Gerrard — www.tedgerrard.com Bob Willett — www.bobwillettin2010.com Pat Miles — www.patmilesforcongress.com Daniel Grow — www.danielgrow2010.com James Rogers — www.rogersforcongress 2010.com Rick Jones — www.voterickjones.com Scotty Boman — www.scottyboman.org Charlie Shick — www.pickshick.org Mike Callton — www.mikecallton.com Worship Together… Area Obituaries John Fritz Kathleen R. “Kate” Thompson Diane E. Hallberg PLAINWELL, MI AND LAKE PLACID, FL - John Fritz of Plainwell and Lake Placid, Florida, age 80, died Saturday, September 25, 2010 at Lifecare Center of Plainwell. John was born on November 29, 1929 in Lawrence, the son of John and Ella Fritz. He graduated from Lawrence High School in 1948 and enlisted in the Army Air Force during World War II. He was honorably discharged. He was a long time member of the BPOE (Elks), American Legion of Lawrence and active in the Republican Party. John graduated from Western Michigan University with a BS and MS in education and Business with a major in Retailing and Business Administration. He also had additional graduate work at Michigan State University and Purdue. After teaching school in Nashville, Comstock and Three Rivers, he owned furniture stores in various Michigan cities. Eventually retiring to Florida where he was active in other ventures. He enjoyed boating, fishing and going to Florida. He was married to Barbara Stevens, February 14, 1956. She survives him as well as his three children: Jayne (Pat) Weller, John N. Fritz and Steve (Denise) Fritz. There are seven grandchildren: Stephanie (Tim) Stemaly, John N. Fritz II, Matthew Weller, Nathan Weller, Dan Weller, Rachel Weller and Christian Fritz. There are two greatgrandchildren: Sara Stemaly and Caleb Stemaly. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Ella Fritz of Lawrence and siblings, Helen (Waldo) Dick and Marian (Ray) Wood. Cremation has taken place with a memorial service to be held at a later date. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (www.girrbachfuneralhome.net. JACKSON, MI - Kathleen R. ‘“Kate” Thompson, age 81, of Jackson, passed away at Allegiance Health on Friday, October 1, 2010. She was born in Hastings on January 11, 1929 to Fred and Mae (Dunham) Dimond. On April 23, 1949 she was married to Fred Thompson and he preceded her in death in 1992 after 42 years of marriage; she was also preceded in death by her son-in-law, Daryl Clore. Kate is survived by her beloved family; daughter, Cheryl Clore of Jackson; sons, Kipp (Betsey) Thompson of Indiana and Mark (Cindy) Thompson of Hickory Corners; grandchildren, Lee (Nikki) Clore, Heather (Tom) Miracle, Evan, Marissa, Sarah, Jeff, Nicole, Shannon, Matt, Sandy, Anastasia, Aidan and Alena Thompson; great-grandchildren, Adam and Tyler Clore, Hunter, Hailey and Cody Miracle; and her brother, Leon Dimond. Kate retired after 32 years with the Jackson Public Schools as a paraprofessional. Services were held at the Nichols-Arthur Funeral Home in Michigan Center on Monday, October 4, 2010. For those who wish, contributions in Kate’s memory to the Barry County Foster Kids Activity Fund c/o Cindy Thompson, P.O. Box 267, Hastings, MI 49058 would be appreciated. MUSKEGON & WAYLAND, MI - Diane E. Hallberg, age 59, passed away in Muskegon, Friday afternoon, October 8, 2010, following an 18 month long battle with ovarian cancer. Diane received her Bachelor of Science degree in education from Western Michigan University and later a master’s degree in gifted education from Grand Valley State University. Prior to retiring in 2009, Diane was a school teacher in the Thornapple Kellogg School District for 30 1⁄2 years. She is survived by her husband, James Hallberg and son, Jon Hallberg. A celebration of life will be held in Muskegon at the Harbour Towne Yacht Club, 3429 Fulton St., 1 p.m., Saturday, October 16, 2010. For those desiring an expression of sympathy, please consider a contribution to the American Cancer Society. You may share memories with the family at their online guest book at www.sytsemafh.com. 77550402 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music. Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m., Classic Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages, 11 a.m., Celebration Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday Family Night 6:30 p.m., Family Night; Awana Jr. High Group, Prayer and Bible Study. Call Church Office for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries and Senior Luncheons. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. PRAIRIEVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 12711 S. M-43 Hwy., Delton, MI 49046 (1 mile south of Gilmore Car Museum). Pastor Larry Saunders. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http:// trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are MondayThursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Sunday School for PreK-2nd and 3rd-5th and Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. New Series... 40 Days of Love... beginning October 10th! LIFEGATE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting in the community room of Commercial Bank, 629 W. State Street, Hastings, MI. Pastor Scott Price. Phone: 269-948-0900. Website: www.lifegatecc.com. P.O. Box 273, Hastings, MI 49058. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Wednesday life group 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-7315194 or -517-852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost - Oct. 17 - Worship 8:00 & 10:45; Sunday School 9:30; Pastor Amy’s Installation 2:00; Mission Trip Meeting 6:00; Men’s and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269-945-2698. Pastor Amy http://www.discoverLuckey. grace.org FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 405 N. M-37, Hastings, MI 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services: 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 12 p.m. Stewardship Sunday Luncheon; 6 p.m. Youth Group; 7 p.m. Concert in Sanctuary. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurch hastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday 6:30 a.m. Men’s Basketball; 9 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 11:30 a.m. Women’s Lunch Bible Study; 6 p.m. Chancel Choir Practice. Saturday - 10 a.m. Praise Team. Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study. Wednesday - 9:05 a.m. Confident Parenting Bible Study. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 King’s Choraliers to perform Oct. 17 at First Presbyterian The King's Choraliers, of Grand Rapids, will perform in the new sanctuary of First Presbyterian Church of Hastings at 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 17. The Choraliers are a male chorus that has been around for 60 years. Since 1992, the chorus has been under the direction of Donald Scott, a graduate of Calvin College and Western Michigan University. In addition to directing the group, Scott teaches psychology and leads the vocal music program at Grand Rapids Christian High School. Accompanying the group is Chuck Brower, an accomplished organist and pianist. Singing with the chorus is Roger VandeGriend. The Choraliers say they are united by a common desire to share their love for Jesus Christ through song. They have performed in many notable locations, including Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church, Fort Lauderdale, Fl; Tremont Temple, Boston; The Crystal Cathedral, Garden Grove, Calif; the United States military chapel at West Point, New York; and the Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs. For more information contact First Presbyterian Church at (269) 945-5463. The church is located on M-37 Highway, just north of Airport Road. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 Donna Mae (Baker) Eggers MIDDLEVILLE, MI - On October 11, 2010, Donna Mae (Baker) Eggers, of Middleville, passed into Paradise to live a full and painless life with her heavenly Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Donna is preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Maxine Baker and maternal and paternal grandparents. Donna is survived by her loving husband, Charles (Chuck) Eggers and her children, Randy and Heather of Middleville, Rodney and Melinda of Indiana, and Valerie and Bob Satterfield of Middleville; 10 grandchildren, Amber, Tarrah, Samantha, Charli, Nathan, Saige, Danielle, Isaiah, Steven, and Alexandra, and five great-grandchildren. Also brothers and sisters, Dixie Wilson, Diane Hills, Ron and Lorna Baker, Russell and Kay Baker; brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Faye Eggers and Patsy and Jim Rakes; several nieces, nephews and cousins; numerous lifelong friends and her loving dog, Spike. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, October 22 at the Beeler-Gores Funeral Home, Middleville, where her service will be held on Saturday, October 23, 2010 at noon, with visitation from 11 to noon. Pastor Jane Woodmansee will be officiating. In lieu of flowers Donna has requested that you hug someone and make amends to an old friend. Donations may be made to Faith Hospice of Trillium Woods. Mary Elizabeth Kidder ALTO, MI - Mary Elizabeth Kidder, age 91, of Alto, passed away on Tuesday, October 12, 2010 at MagnumCare in Hastings. She was born November 29, 1918, the daughter of Cloyd and Laura (Ulrich) VanAman. She was a homemaker most of her life and loved her flowers and gardening, she was a wonderful cook and enjoyed feeding her large family. Mary attended both Faith Bible Church and Freeport United Brethren Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald J. Kidder, Sr.; a son, Billie Lee Kidder; her parents; three brothers, Art, Carl, and Cloyd Jr.; three sisters, Jessie, Lila, and a infant sister. Mary is survived by her sons, Donald Jr. (Tim) and wife Deanna Kidder, Gary and Judy Kidder, Rodney Kidder, Rodger Kidder; daughters, Barbara (Robert) Moore, Nadine (Herb) Smelker, Laura (Larry) Lenz; daughter-in-law, Marcia Kidder; 18 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; five great-greatgrandchildren; sister-in-law, Jean VanAman, and several nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions can be made to the Freeport Community Center or Freeport Fire Department. Visitation will be held Saturday, October 16, from 10 a.m. until service time. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 16, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Officiating will be Brian Albright. Burial will be at Bowne Township Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our web site to leave a message or memory to the family. (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Honor your local war hero and all service men and women this Veteran’s Day... You are an example and an inspiration. Love, your family with an ad in our Special Feature Section of the November 11 Hastings Banner For just $15.00 get a photo and 3 lines of text Sample smaller than actual size Photos can be e-mailed to J-Ad Graphics at ads@j-adgraphics.com (in subject line indicate Veteran’s section), Or brought in to 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings Deadline for submission of ads is Nov. 8, 2010 Ads must be pre-paid. Call 269-945-9554 for more information �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — Page 7 Choral Society to celebrate silver anniversary with choral festival The Lakewood Area Choral Society’s accompanist, David Snyder, earned his church music degree from the Baptist Bible College in Clarks Summit, Pa. in 1996, his music education degree from Elmira College of Music in New York, in 1997, and a performance certificate from the Julliard School in 1999. He and his wife ,Rebecca, minister together in children, youth, and adult music ministries at the First Baptist Church in Middleville. The Chancel Choir of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, one of four choirs, will be under the direction of Stephen R. Lange who is also the founder and director of the Lange Choral Ensemble, a select group of 24 singers, who specializes in the performance of Renaissance, Baroque, and contemporary music. The Chancel Choir has nearly 30 adult members who meet once a week for rehearsal and sing all but one Sunday a month. The choir is accompanied by Mary Rodeck, assistant minister of music, who also directs the handbell choir. Voca Lyrica, of Big Rapids, will be under the direction of artistic director Virginia Kerwin, who founded the group in 2001 for the purpose of sharing the beauty of the choral art with Big Rapids and Western Michigan and to support music education in the schools and community through concerts and various programming events. Dr. Sheryl Lott will be accompanying the choir. The concert will conclude with all three choirs joining on stage to perform John Ness Beck’s Song of Exaltation, the text of which is adopted from the Old Testament, and is for double choir in seven parts and will feature the 170 voices of the combined choirs. The public is invited to this special performance at CPAC, 378 State St., Charlotte. Advance tickets are $5 before Oct. 18 and can be purchased by calling Ronni O’Toole at 517-803-7325. Tickets at the door are $10. Lake Odessa Cotants to celebrate 60th wedding anniversary Family and friends of Bill and Marilyn Cotant congratulate them for 60 years of marriage. Bill and Marilyn were born and raised in Hastings, became high school sweethearts, and married on October 20, 1950. Living and serving God together on their farm has provided them with great joy and contentment. Their children are Art Cotant (St. Cloud, MN), Bob Cotant (Hastings, MI), Lori Jorg (Tucson, AZ) and Ann Scheck (Kalamazoo, MI). They’ve been blessed with 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Members of the Gun Lake Tribe of Pottawatomi Indians were on hand Sept. 30 as a new state law was passed that allows students to earn credits for Native American tribal language and culture classes taught by tribal elders rather than traditional certified educators. Leaders and members of five Native American tribes and a representative of the Michigan Department of Education joined Senate Democratic Leader Mike Prusi, DIshpeming, at the Capitol as Gov. Jennifer Granholm signed his bill. “With this new law, we will put the best teachers — the tribal members who have the greatest knowledge about their culture and language — into our classrooms and teaching our children,” said Sen. Prusi. “I am happy to be the sponsor of this law because it means that all Michigan students will have the for dead. Although seriously wounded, Olivo freed himself and found his way to a nearby residence to seek help and to report the escaped inmates. Within hours, all five of them were apprehended. Olivo will be honored later this year. Residents had many choices of places to eat away from home over the weekend. Welcome Corners had its smorgasbord dinner Friday. Zion Lutheran Church hosted the annual Habitat Swiss Steak Dinner. On Sunday, LeValley United Methodist Church had its lasagna meal. Tractors hauling two trailers are a common sight on Fourth Avenue as the corn harvest continues. Also, soybeans are being harvested. Farmers are having ideal weather for bringing in the fall crops. A few fields already have been worked for planting wheat. Gone are the days when farmers plowed, disced, dragged and maybe used a cultipacker to prepare fields for planting. Today’s no-till methods reduce the compaction of soil, fuel and time in the fields. The Extension Service from MSU reports a series of community gardens from which fresh produce is used to provide food for needy people. In Ionia, canning facilities were available at First Presbyterian Church kitchens for those who wanted to preserve food for winter. Gardens were listed in several places, including Clarksville on Portland Road and a Portland garden on Canal Road and Harvest Community garden at the Harvest Community Church on Sixth Avenue in Lake Odessa, with Marshann Ludema in charge. Welcome to the Do-It-Yourself DO-IT-YOURSELF CORNER Corner What is Dethatching? rial between the grass plants and the soil. The most effective way to dethatch a home lawn is with a Power Rake that resembles a heavyduty power mower. They can be rented from GRAND RENTAL STATION. After removing thatch from your lawn, you can help Dethatching is typically performed every other the lawn recover by year, although the actual frequency depends on applying a the type of grass. Use a knife to remove a three- fertilizer and sided plug of lawn to see how deep the thatch is. watering The thatch is visible as a layer of peat-like mate- your lawn. Call us at 948-9891 77550571 575 Tanner Lake Road, Hastings, MI • opportunity to be better informed about the history of our state, and about the people we share Michigan with and who have been here the longest.” Prusi was joined at the bill signing ceremony in Gov. Jennifer Granholm’s Capitol office by leaders and members of the Hannahville Indian Community Tribe of Pottawatomi Indians, the Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians (Gun Lake Tribe), the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, the Pokagon Band of Pottawatomi Indians, and the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. Leaders who attended were Kenneth Meshigaud, chairman, Hannahville Tribe of Pottawatomi Indians; Ed Pigeon, vice chairman, Gun Lake Tribe; Darwin “Joe” McCoy, chairman, Sault Ste. Marie Tribe; Teresa Magnuson, language department director, Pokagon Band; and Ken Harrington, chairman, Little Traverse Bay. Dr. Flora Jenkins represented the Michigan Department of Education. The new law will permit the Michigan Department of Education to work with a federally recognized Native American tribe to allow a tribe, school district or public school academy to use teachers who do not possess a valid Michigan teaching certificate to teach a Native American tribal language and culture class. The teacher would need to demonstrate a mastery of the tribal language, and the plan would include requirements for renewal or continuing approval of the teacher. Public Act 168 will enable students to receive credit for a Native American tribal language class and apply it toward their foreign language requirements. Students must take credits in a foreign language in order to meet Michigan Merit Curriculum requirements. ® “Your repair dollars go further at” Thatch is a problem only when it becomes too thick. A layer of thatch 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick is beneficial to the lawn. It buffers soil temperatures and adds to the resilience of the lawn, thereby reducing the compaction of soil that can result from heavy use. When too thick, however, thatch is water repellent. You may think you are watering enough, when in fact the water never reaches the soil. Donald MacKenzie will celebrate his 93rd birthday on October 19th. Those wishing may send cards to: 2895 E. M-79 Highway, Hastings, MI 49058. He has five children, Don, Doug, Keith, Den and Denise (Morgan) and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Native tribal language bill is signed into law “ S t r etchi n g ” By Elaine Garlock Tonight is the time for the Lake Odessa Area Historical Society meeting with the Fighting Falcons Museum the topic presented by William Garlick of Greenville. The public is invited. An unusual sight on the railroad came last week while waiting for a passing train. Here was a mile-long train composed entirely of new freight cards of shiny material like aluminum. Each was painted with four letters that likely denote a rail line, but which one? Each had its identification number in bold black. When a train bearing any of these cars passes a crossing, especially at night, they should be highly reflective. Pastor Appreciation Day was observed at Central United Methodist Church the Sunday past with the pastor and staff committee in charge of coffee hour which included a decorated cake and assorted fruits. According to the Carson City Gazette Officer Sam Olivo, who grew up in Lake Odessa, son of Josephine Salazar, was named recipient of the 2010 Meritorious Service Award due to his heroic efforts during an attack and escape of five inmates in December 2009. While he was supervising a five-man work crew on a public works assignment, one of the inmates impulsively attacked Olivo and tried to escape. Four other inmates were locked inside the work van eating their lunch. The subject brutally beat Olivo and locked him inside the tool trailer near the work site. The inmate then fled the scene in the van taking along the four inmates and leaving Olivo Donald MacKenzie to celebrate 93rd birthday Kevin Douglas Allexander, Middleville and Michelle Suzanne Baker, New Smyrna, FL. Devin Michael Clark, Hastings and Stephanie Lynn Merriam, Kalamazoo. Jason Paul Engle, Hastings and Heather Ann Hoffman. Jad Duane Freeland, Battle Creek and Courtney Rene Pueblo, Delton. Kress Albert Hansen, Gobles and Brandi Lynn Boze, Plainwell. Justin Anthony Harig, Delton and SEriena Ann Cushing, Delton. Emil Mateus Krzyskiewicz, Grand Rapids and Jennifer Allison Julien, Hastings. Burnis Eugene Moore II, Dowling and Bethany Jean Olson, Dowling. Joshua Philip Pelton, Middleville and Victoria Elizabeth Stanton, Middleville. John Michael Snyder, Nashville and Jessica Rae Fletcher, Crane, MO. Richard Alan Tackett, Bellevue and Bonnie Lee Campbell, Bellevue. Matthew Ryan Vieau, Plainwell and Dannielle Augusta Ames, Flint. The THISS AUTO Hastings SAVE 10% to 25% on • Mechanical Repairs & Service Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic • Wheel Alignment • Brakes & Tires • Collision & Auto Body Repair Insurance or Customer Pay 2295 South M-37 Hwy., Hastings (269) 948-3387 Dennis Thiss, Owner Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply Satisfaction Guaranteed Repairs! 77550435 77543076 The Lakewood Area Choral Society is hosting an adult choral festival at the Charlotte Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. Two performing choirs will be joining the choral society for this special event: Voca Lyrica, of Big Rapids, and the Chancel Choir of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, from Lansing. During this concert the choral society will premier Sea and Shore by Michigan composer Frank DeWald, who was commissioned by the choir to write an original composition to commemorate its 25th anniversary. DeWald will be attending the performance. He has composed numerous choral works for church and school, incidental music for plays, and six full-length children’s musicals. The Lakewood Area Choral Society, a semi-professional chorus, was founded in 1986 by Dr. Robert C. Oster to provide adults from in and around Lake Odessa an opportunity to express their love of choral music. The Choral Society presents numerous sacred and secular concerts throughout the state and has traveled to Europe as well as Canada, New York, and Chicago. Recording is also part of the Choral Society’s experience having recorded five CDs, including their latest, a 25th Anniversary CD that contains classical, sacred, pop, and patriotic numbers. Oster, the choral society’s artistic director and conductor, began his 35 year teaching and conducting career with the Lakewood Public Schools in Lake Odessa and ended with the Jenison Junior and Senior High Schools in Jenison. Oster, who has been awarded lifetime emeritus status in the Michigan School Vocal Music Association and was honored as their teacher of the year in 2004, has also served on the executive board of directors in charge of state events and is currently active as an adjudicator, guest conductor, and clinician throughout the state and has been invited twice as an adjudicator for the Canadian Unifest. Marriage Licenses THE BARRY COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION OCT. 15th, 2010 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM HELD AT THE BARRY COUNTY COURTS and LAW BUILDING Third Floor - 206 W. Court Street, Hastings, Michigan First come, first serve – so come early. No appointments will be taken after 11:30 a.m. All meetings will be held with local practicing attorneys. 77550565 �Page 8 — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Gilmore Car Museum development director reveals hidden magic to Hastings Rotary This architect’s rendition shows the Automotive Heritage Center, a 25,000-squarefoot welcome center that will house a multimedia theater, expanded library, cafeteria, gift shop and administrative offices. by David DeDecker Staff Writer Doug VanderLaan spoke to the Hastings Rotary Club Monday, Oct. 11, about his love of Barry County and the Gilmore Car Museum. VanderLaan is director of development for the museum and explained some of its history, a current program and what the future holds. The Gilmore Car Museum was founded by Donald Gilmore, an entrepreneur, and son of a dry goods salesman who founded Gilmore Department Store. Young Gilmore worked for his father-in-law as head of the Upjohn Company for 23 years. But his real love was cars. His wife was concerned about the mess he and his friends were making by restoring cars in the yard, so he bought a 90-acre farm in Hickory Corners. That’s where the museum stands today. With his wife’s permission, Gilmore was able to collect cars and barns. According to VanderLaan, Gilmore’s love of Walt Disney and Donald Gilmore are photographed during Disney’s 1966 visit to the Gilmore Car Museum when he oversaw installation of “The Gnome-Mobile” movie set in the museum’s current Gift Shop. This 1931 Willys-Knight is being restored by Gilmore Garage Works class. barns was probably as great as his love for cars. Many of the barns at the museum are based on actual buildings Gilmore saw and reconstructed. As time went on, other classic architecture was recreated, such as the 1941 diner, a train depot from Marshall and a classic gas station. NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held Oct. 12, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77550417 PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that a Public Accuracy Test for the November 2, 2010 General Election will be conducted on Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at 1:00 pm at the Carlton Township Hall located at 85 Welcome Rd., Hastings, MI 49058. The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the program and the computer that will be used to tabulate the results for the election have been prepared in accordance with law. Michele Erb Carlton Township Clerk 85 Welcome Rd. Hastings, MI 49058 269-945-5990 77550555 City of Hastings NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Hastings Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, November 1, 2010 at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chamber, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Planning Commission to hear comments and make a determination on an Ordinance to amend Chapter 90 of the Hastings Code of 1970. The Ordinance would, if adopted, amend Article XI, Section 90-961 by deleting the definition of a Changeable Copy Sign, adding the definition of Nit and Video Display Sign, and amending the definition of Window Sign and Reader Board. Further, it would amend Article XI, Section 90-966 (h) regarding outside signs and amend Article XI by adding Section 90-967 (10) regarding sign regulations applicable to all zoning districts. Written comments will be received on the above matter at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 5:00 PM on the date of the hearing. Requests for information and/or minutes or said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269-945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800649-3777. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk Read The BANNER every week! Copies conveniently available on newsstands throughout the Barry County area. The museum also houses a oversized backseat used in Walt Disney’s movie, “The Gnome-Mobile.” Gilmore and Disney were winter neighbors in Florida, and the two shared a huge interest in steam power. Disney had a steam-powered boat, train and many cars; Gilmore owned steam cars. Disney accepted Gilmore’s invitation to visit the museum in the mid-1960s. Disney told Gilmore he wanted him to have something at the museum associated with Disney’s ventures, so in 1966, the movie magnate donated the oversized 1930 Rolls Royce movie set. To this day, it is the only Disney set which is not on Disney property, said VanderLaan. “I believe that’s one of the reasons for the magic that exists at the Gilmore Car Museum,” he added. “And I want to tell you a little about the magic that I see happening now.” In fall of 2009, the museum started a program for socially or economically challenged high school students. Delton Kellogg and Hastings schools helped to identify kids who might benefit from the program. Barry City of Hastings PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that a public Accuracy Test will be conducted on Thursday, October 21, 2010 at 10:00AM in the office of the Hastings City Clerk, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan, for the purpose of testing the tabulating equipment and programs which will be used to tabulate the voted ballots for the November 2, 2010 General Election. Voter assist terminals used to help voters mark their ballots will also be tested. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to the Clerk of the City of Hastings. (Telephone number 269-9452468 or TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777). 77550487 Thomas Emery, City Clerk PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Accuracy Test for the November 2, 1010 General Election will be conducted on Monday, October 25, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. in the Woodland Township Hall located at 156 South Main, Woodland, Michigan. The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the program and the computer that will be used to tabulate the results of the election have been prepared in accordance with law. Cheryl Allen Woodland Township Clerk 156 S. Main Woodland, MI 48897 269-367-4915 77550446 City of Hastings NOTICE TO PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Hastings Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, November 1, 2010 at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Planning Commission to hear comments and make a determination to amend Chapter 90 of the Hastings Code of 1970 by adding Section 90-453 (13) regarding accessory buildings in the A-O (apartment-office) zoning district. Written comments will be received on the above matter at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269-945-2468) to TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777. Thomas E. Emery 77550561 City Clerk “That’s why I fell in love with Barry County. Because it has people like you, service organizations, that are committed to making sure other people are successful. In helping others to be successful, we are all successful,” stated VanderLaan. The museum broke ground this week on the 25,000-square-foot Automotive Heritage Center. It will connect to some of the barns, so the buildings can then be heated. The center will house a cafeteria, movie theater and library. The museum will then be open yearround. Presently, the museum closes each Oct. 31, and opens May 1. This is the last year the museum will close for the winter. Even though he moved away from Barry County for employment reasons, VanderLaan said he has always loved the area, and explained how fortunate he is to have come back to the county. VanderLaan attended Grand Valley and Western Michigan University. He was also a teacher with Thornapple Kellogg schools in the mid-1970s and also in Rockford. He worked for J-Ad Graphics as a sports writer in the late 1970s and moved on to the Grand Rapids Press before becoming a a marketing manager at Herman Miller. He also worked at Centennial Securities as a registered representative. He became a project director with the Breton Group in Grand Rapids and then a senior sales consultant with Catalyst Solutions, before joining the Gilmore Car Museum. For more information about the museum go to www.GilmoreCarMuseum.org. Course changes for Pumpkin Trot by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Pumpkin Trot 5K, set for Saturday, Oct. 16, will start at Thornapple Kellogg Middle School at 9:30 a.m. The course then heads down Main Street, behind Lee Elementary toward the Middle Villa Inn and then back to finish at the middle school. Runners and walkers can pre-register online at www.barrygotr.com or pick up a registration form at Creekside Growers at 10197 W. Garbow Road in Middleville. The cost is $20 for those who pre-register or $25 on race day. Registration that day begins at 8 a.m. Runners and walkers are encouraged to come in costume. Organizer Janine Dekker said they changed the course this year so that more spectators and families could watch the event and to create awareness for Girls on the Run. “I was not a runner in high school, although I was part of Thornapple Kellogg athletics playing both soccer and basketball throughout school,” she said. “I was challenged to run the Fifth Third River Bank Run 25K five years ago and found my love for running training from that experience. I decided to run my first marathon as a Girls on the Run Solemate.” She raised funds for the organization in San Francisco and completed that in July 2009. “I have been working on bringing Girls on the Run to Barry County ever since,” she said. “I realize the importance of building a strong foundation of self-worth, self-confidence and caring for your community at a young age.” She was born and raised in Middleville, but moved to Hudsonville after she got married. “This is my way to give back to the community that gave me so many great years,” she added. Dekker is still hoping to start a Girls on the Run session in Middleville and possibly Hastings in the spring of 2011. Funds being raised will go toward purchasing the nonprofit license and curriculum that costs $7,500, she said. She added, “We are making great strides toward this and will hopefully meet our goal after the race. Many local businesses have donated to the cause, and family and friends as well.” The weather may have been rough, and the race a little earlier last year, but she said those who participated were filled with happy hearts because they knew the cause they were supporting. “Everyone made the best of it while they ran with light-hearted competition going on, as well,” said Dekker. “We strongly encourage all people to participate, runners and walkers alike.” Those who come in costume add to the fun. Dekker said she believes the community is in need of a confidence-building program like this for young girls. “Girls on the Run also teaches the importance of giving back to your community and becoming strong leaders, so it is an ongoing circle,” said Dekker. The surrounding counties, such as Kent and Ottawa have had great success, she added, with almost every elementary school in their districts participating in the Girls on the Run Program. For more information, call Dekker at 616262-7035. AUDITIONS • AUDITIONS • AUDITIONS !!!!!!! Thornapple Players will hold auditions for the play “It’s a Wonderful Life” 77550567 Gilmore Car Museum Director of Development Doug VanderLaan speaks to the Hastings Rotary Club Monday. County Transit transported the kids to the Gilmore museum through the anonymous donation and the Barry County Foundation. They spent two hours after school at the museum learning about car restoration. The adult mentors were trained by Big Brothers Big Sisters, which, according to VanderLaan, has the greatest mentorship training program available.. Larry and Earlene Baum contributed to the program. They said they wanted the money to be put to work immediately. The couple donated money for a modern machine shop at the museum with the stipulation that one-third of the space be used for at-risk kids. A donor contributed the first car the students would restore, a 1931 Willys-Knight. The car had no body, but the kids tore it completely apart and have started putting it back together. Because it has no body, the museum thought it would make the perfect demonstration car. People would be able to see the inside workings of the car. The kids wanted a complete vehicle, so they did some research and found someone in the Detroit area who collects Willys-Knights. He also is the railroad specialist for The Henry Ford Museum. The man donated a body for the kids to use. According to VanderLaan, the Gilmore Garage Works Program probably would not have happened somewhere other than Barry County. The program for at-risk high school students could not have happened without the support of area people wanting it to be successful. (Adapted for the stage by James W. Rodgers. Based on a film by Frank Capra) on Tuesday, October 19th at 7 p.m. at the Czinder Hallmark Building located at 110 West State Street in downtown Hastings. Performance Dates are December 2-5 There are parts for 12 men and 10 women. Questions? Call Doug or Norma Jean Acker at 269-945-2332 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... ‘Living 20 years in a historic mill’ by Marion (Cook-Frye) Zasadil As we are again, entering into “Cider Sundays” at the oldmill, I am reminded of all that went into the many restorations there. In last week’s condensed article of my book, “Living Twenty Years in a Historic mill,” I reminisced about how my (now late) husband, Neal, and I first saw and fell in love with Bowens Mills and bought it. This week, I would like to share how our first year went. We were so wound up as we started our first full year (1979) that we could hardly wait to get started on our restorations. Our winters had been spent in Florida for many years. With Neal’s health problems, he was unable to tolerate the cold mill weather in Michigan. Before we left for our southern home, we made detailed drawings of each floor, showing where each window, door and support beams were situated. This would help us when it came time to make some more important decisions, such as: Where are we going to live? That was the big one! The winter was spent hashing over many things that we would have to face upon our return to the mill. After spending quite sometime thinking and talking about what would work the best for our future, it was decided we would make our living quarters in the mill. With Neal’s limited time to be up and around, we knew he had to be there in the focal point of things or he wouldn’t be able to be involved in the restorations. Once we returned to Michigan, most of our extra time was spent cleaning and scrubbing, plus reinforcing and replacing the foundations, beams and siding that were in the worse shape. Many doors and windows were replaced too. Everyday was full, and it was amazing how fast the days were flying by. A lawn and parking lot had to be created, so we would have room for the events I had planned. As time went by, the area that once had grass and weeds up to my arm pits became a nice lawn. It wasn’t a very large lawn that first year, but it was a start. Each year it became a little bigger and a little bigger. At the present time there are many acres that are mowed, and it does look like a park, just as it did in my vision, that very first day as I viewed the oldmill. We did so enjoy sharing the mill with our grandchildren. They loved to spend time with us, and we loved to have them there. As we worked together, we sure made a lot of wonderful memories. When they got old miller, I hired them to work when they wanted to help, just like I did the neighborhood kids. So, it was easy to get those small jobs done. The larger ones are what took a little longer. But family, friends and neighbors always seemed to be there when we needed them. It was amazing how many times people would stop in to spend an afternoon or a day or a week volunteering help. We owe a debt of gratitude to those who donated time and materials. Many times people we didn’t even know came. We have made so many wonderful, new friends. One day, we were discussing the fact that we needed a nice sign with Al, a friend who was a stone mason and did wonderful cement work of all kinds. He said he would be glad to help us out and could make a nice big sign that no one could destroy. That sounded good to us and we told mill him some ideas we had. It ended up that he constructed the huge striking replica of a mill stone, which now graces the mills’ front entrance. The mill stone with the words ‘Historic Bowens Mills’ sand blasted at the top, stands on an attractive circle of cut field stones, making it a nine-foot monument. We were always so thankful and humbled by the way everyone wanted to see our work do well. There was a little office on the mills’ main floor also. At least 100 years of dust and dirt were on the floor, walls and beams. After it was cleaned and then cleaned some more, it was finally ready for its new life. It became our sitting room for evenings until our living quarters were finished. Between that room and our Open Road mini- home and its kitchen, bed and bathroom, we got along just fine for most of that first summer. We did so want to share our mill and its history with everyone, so as soon as I had time, I dusted up the mill stones and some of our collection of area history and the mills’ main floor was then transformed into a museum. We opened the doors to the public Friday and Saturday afternoons each week. I fixed up a nice little cozy corner, using four barrel rocking chairs for our guests and foam pads on an old mill lumber cart for a nice bed for Neal to lie on. Dugout canoe treasure One of our prize processions in our local history collection is a Native American dugout canoe. We had acquired it many years before we bought the mill. Every spring we always stopped to look at it in old mill Mr. Streeter’s (of Streeter’s (Page‘s) Resort) yard on Gun Lake. The old mill canoe was resting on two saw horses, covered with a long piece of rolled roofing. It was painted boat green. We always stood in awe as we viewed it. The fact, that it could be in such good shape was amazing. One time when we were there, Mr. Streeter, just out of the blue, said, “I’m going to sell it to you.” We thought, “Wow,” but said – “How much?” He gave a figure that today seems like nothing, but at that time in our lives it, was hard to come up with, but we did! Mr. Streeter then told mill us some kids found the canoe buried in the mud in Payne Creek in the 1920s. It was not too far from where the creek dumps into Gun Lake. There was just a small part of the canoe showing, and the kids realized it was something special and worked for three days digging it out. Mr. Streeter bought it from the kids. We didn’t take much time in borrowing a truck to get the canoe and bring it to our cottage on Gun Lake. Right away, Neal went after the green paint and scraped it all off, revealing that it was made of a curly maple log. It really looked good now and like it would have looked in the old mill days. A few years back, a man was traveling all across the nation, writing a book on Native American dugout canoes and heard about ours. He called and wanted to come and take some pictures and do a story about it for his book. I said, “Of course.” I had it taken down from its display rack in the mill and carried outside so he could take his pictures and do some measuring and write the description. He told mill me in all his travels, our canoe was in the very best shape of any he had seen. Many times, just a few rotted pieces were all that was left of some of the specimens he had come across and recorded. The canoe now sits in its present and final resting place – on the main floor museum at Historic Bowens Mills. Payne Creek (which is the creek that is used for our water power) can be heard rippling along, singing its little songs. It sings about its memories of when the old mill canoe used its waters to travel from hunting ground to hunting ground many years ago. “Indian Maiden” When we bought the old mill, there was an Indian maiden statue laying in the tall grass in our front yard. She was made of sandstone (from the Hanover Mines near Jackson, Mich.) We were told she was a monument carved to honor Chief Tecumseh’s wife. She A Native American dugout canoe is one of the prized processions in Historic Bowens Mills’ local history collection. During the first cider making on the antique press, excitement filled the room of family and friends as well as a feeling of awe and reverence. It was as if they had stepped back into the past. was approximately eight feet tall and maybe five feet around, and she needed to be on her feet. She was deteriorating, lying there on the ground. We knew she needed to be erected and in view for people to see. One Saturday, when our son-in-laws were there, we decided to take on that project. The maiden really liked lying there in the grass because she fought us all the way when we were trying to get her to stand on the foundation we had made for her. It took several hours longer that we thought it would to get her up. We did a lot of research on Chief Tecumseh. The chief spent a good length of time in Yankee Springs and at the Bradley Mission in nearby Wayland Township. I got everything I could find that I thought might help in our studies, including books from the state library. Surprisingly enough, there was quite a bit available. When we finished our investigations, we had come to the conclusion, that maybe the monument was made in honor of Chief Tecumseh’s sister instead of his wife. The reasoning was that many of the books we read talked about the chief’s sister and the many good things that she did for her people and rarely mentioned his wife . This is purely speculation on our part; however, I have spoken to some knowledgeable people who feel the same way about it. Just a few years ago, when I was weeding the flower bed I had made around the statue, I discovered a date. It was way down by the bottom of her foundation. I was amazed that I had never seen it before. It must have been covered with moss or something. I knew the sculptor had inscribed it because the numbers were all finished off very nicely, and all the same size. I couldn’t believe that the date was 1862. What a find! It was hard to believe it was made two years before the mill was built. Wow!! The “Indian Maiden” has her rightful place in history – right here at Historic Bowens Mills where many of our Native American people lived. They used the rivers, creeks and lakes for their highways, long before there was a Yankee Springs Township and a Barry County. First cider making When autumn came and the apples were ripe, our attention turned to the antique cider press room. After days of cleaning and scrubbing, the press was ready. On the day of our first cider making, friends and family gathered on a Saturday morning to help. Finally, its new (old mill) belts are put on the huge pulleys and hooked to a huge old mill electric motor a friend had supplied for us due to the fact that we had not gotten the water power restored yet. Everything was adjusted and readjusted and worked on some more. At last, the final belt went on, the racks were put into place, and the last drop of oil added. By midafternoon, we saw our first cider pour out from under the huge press. Once our day came to an end, someone said, ‘We should have had a newspaper reporter here to write a story about the first cider making.’ I was sorry I didn’t think of that. I kept thinking, who could I get to do a story about it, so we could share the excitement of the day with others? The next morning, Neal wasn‘t feeling well after such a big day, so I stayed home with him and didn‘t go to church. I had the TV on, watching a church program. The preacher kept saying things about what we could do. Throughout his message, he kept saying, ‘You can do it; you can do it.’ That hit me right between the eyes. Maybe I could write about our first cider making. I sat down with a piece of paper and pen and words started coming as fast as I could write. The following is what I wrote.” Cider flows from antique press “It’s exciting to live in a mill,” one of the grandchildren was overheard saying. Such cool things happen.” That was the feeling felt by all who were present as the time drew near to start pulling the levers to set the huge pulleys in motion and make the first cider in many years at Bowens Mill. It was just a year ago that Neal and I bought the 1864 waterpowered grist and cider mills, and now family and friends have gathered for this eventful day. The question was, “Will the gigantic old mill relic ever work again?” After all, the cider press was brought to this location by Mr. Bowen in 1902, and it was not new then. The old mill timers would tell us how it was always so busy every fall and how the horses with wagons full of apples were lined all the way back into Bowens Mills town, waiting for their turn at the press. Oh, how good that first glass of cider must have tasted! But that was many years ago and the cider mill had not been used in well over 20 years. Weeks of cleaning and preparation have passed – the racks are put into place, the last belt goes on, and the final drops of oil added. On the day of our maiden venture into the cider making process, the men have been working in the area since dawn, and it’s hard to lure them to the breakfast tables. Finally, the aroma of bacon and eggs and all the trimmings that the gals have prepared tempts them to the table and everyone is rounded up. All join hands and hearts are joined together to ask the Lord’s blessing on the food and the day. Twenty-eight file past the food table and fill their plates high and find places to sit around the museum area. Spirits are high, and there is much laughing and joking. Breakfast is consumed in record time, and suddenly the men are back in the press room again. At last – much later than planned – everything is in order. It has been most rewarding to watch the combined efforts of both young and old as they labor together. There is no generation gap here. Last minute details have been checked and rechecked and hopefully everything is ready to go. Clark Springer, son of E.D. Springer, a former owner of the mill, is on hand and quietly directs the operation. The cider press is circled by a hopeful and anxious group. All are silent and hearts are beating faster. Springer pulls the proper levers and the rumble and rattle of the huge overhead pulleys fill the mill. Cheers and whistles are heard over the roar. The first apples are dumped into the conveyor and are carried up into the grinder. As the apples zip past the sharp knives, the juice seeps out and an intriguing fragrance fills the air. More cheers. Soon the huge press raises and the racks of ground apples, wrapped in blanket cloths are rolled into place. The press slowly lowers and cider rushes out – more cheers. Excitement fills the room as well as a feeling of awe and reverence. It is as if we have for a moment stepped back into the past. We feel a kinship with Mr. Bowen. We share with him the joy and pride he must have felt on his first day at the press. Suddenly, someone grabs a glass and fills it with the clear amber juice before it runs into the wooden barrel below. It is passed from Neal to me and then to Mr. Springer for the first sample. How sweet it is! Soon the day is over and everyone is tired, but exuberant, over the accomplishments of the day. A day not one of us will ever forget. Someone was heard saying, as they all were leaving for their homes, ‘Boy, it’s surprising how hard you have to work to have so much fun!’ “The Past Lives Again’ at Historic Bowens Mills.” Reminder coverage The next morning I took my story to The Reminder. I no sooner got home when I had a call telling me they were sending a photographer to get some pictures that very afternoon. I had all my grandchildren there that day, so when Elaine Gilbert, The Reminder photographer and reporter, arrived, she took pictures of the kids and me all around the different places in the cider mill. I was more than delighted when the paper came out that week and our picture was featured on the front page and a full page story was inside with four more pictures. I soon found out this assignments was one of Elaine’s first, as one of The Reminders new reporters. Because of our contacts with each other over the mill and its events, Elaine and I became best friends and make a point of staying in touch. Now and then, when I would be burned out and needed a helping hand, she would use her wonderful writing skills and do a news release for me. For that, I will be forever grateful. That was just the beginning of my writing, and at this time, I could never guess how many more articles and new releases I wrote over those next 20 years. We surely owe a debt of gratitude to The Reminder and all the stories they have done for us over the years to let people know what is happening at the old mill. As I look back now, that first year was something else! At the time, I was so excited about ‘Our Mill,’ I hardly noticed how dirty or tired I would get each day. At night, I would lie in bed thinking about the things we had accomplished that day and what we would do tomorrow. Sometimes the old mill would creak and moan, as I lay there and I would wonder if it was trying to tell me something. If only it could really speak. There were so many things I would like to know about its past. Next week, I will be reminiscing about getting the water power up and running along with some of my other memories of more restorations. Folks can attend the mill “Cider Sundays” throughout October and see the old mill cider mill in action from noon until 5 p.m. For more information, visit www.bowensmills.com. This vintage “Indian Maiden Statute” was found on the ground at the old mill and it was restored by the Cooks and given a place of honor. ��The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Ross Borton (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 508 Gaskill Rd, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of October 7, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after October 7, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. October 7, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77550460 Hastings, MI 49058 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Carl Zurhorst, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 12226 Burchette Rd, Plainwell, MI 49080-9083. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 8, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 8, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550473 File # 034871F03 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage executed by Sallye Gordon McLean, a single woman and Jeffrey Norman Beebe, a married man, as joint tenants with full rights of survivorship and not as tenants in common, and Linda K. Beebe, his wife, Mortgagors, to the Eaton Federal Savings Bank of Charlotte, Eaton County, Michigan, a corporation organized under the laws of the United States, Mortgagee, dated January 12, 2006 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on January, 19, 2006 in Document 1159102, Pages 112, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due on September 30, 2010, for principal, interest, late charges and delinquent escrow balance, the sum of Two Hundred Seven Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy Eight and 96/100 Dollars, ($207,878.96), and said Mortgagee having elected to declare all sums secured by said Mortgage immediately due and payable because of the several defaults of the Mortgagors and no proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, the said Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction to the highest bidder, at the East steps of the Circuit Court Building, 206 W. State St., Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on October 28, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock, local time in the afternoon of said day, and said premises will be sold to pay the amount then due on said Mortgage, together with Seven and One Half, (7.500%) percent per annum interest, legal costs, attorney fees and also any taxes, insurance premiums and any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned Mortgagee which it deemed necessary to pay to protect its interest in the premises, which said premises are described in said Mortgage as follows, to wit: Parcel B, Lots 11 and 12 of Assessor’s Plat No. 1 in the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 62. Village of Nashville, County of Barry, State of Michigan. The redemption period will be Six (6) months from the time of such sale unless the property is deemed abandoned according to MCL600.3201 to 600.3280, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days. EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK A Federally Chartered Savings Bank 236 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 Dated: September 30, 2010 77550031 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-25-699-DE Estate of John A. Kent. Date of Birth: July 17, 1963. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, John A. Kent, who lived at 9300 Bivens Road, Nashville, Michigan died July 1, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Denise L. Kent, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court Street, Ste. 302, Hastings, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: October 8, 2010 Lowe Law Firm, PC Richard C. Lowe P31543 2375 Woodlake Drive, Suite 380 Okemos, MI 48864 (517) 908-0909 Denise L. Kent 9300 Bivens Road Nashville, MI 49073 (517) 852-9678 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-025623-DE Estate of Peggy Ann Long, deceased. Date of Birth: November 9, 1958. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Peggy Ann Long, deceased, who lived at 7040 Parmalee Road, Middleville, Michigan died May 27, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Bruce Long, named personal representative or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court Street, Suite 302, Hastings, MI 49058 and the named personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: October 7, 2010 Law Weathers Christopher D. Matthysse P60535 333 Bridge St. NW, Suite 800 Grand Rapids, MI 49504 (616) 459-1171 Bruce Long 7040 Parmalee Road Middleville, Michigan 49333 775550485 (269) 795-3456 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Edward R. Enz Living Trust SS#374-34-4159 (Social Security No. of Edward R. Enz, deceased) TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Your interest in the estate may be barred or affected by the following: The decedent, Edward R. Enz whose last address was 11160 Anchor Cove, Shelbyville, MI 49344, died on August 23, 2010. The Decedent was the grantor of The Edward R. Enz Living Trust. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the Trust will be forever barred unless presented to the current acting trustee (whose name and address appears below) of the Trust within four (4) months of the date of publication of this notice. The current acting trustee is: Kelvin T. Enz, 316 Sandhills Lane, Evans, GA 30809. Notice is further given that the Trust will be thereafter assigned and distributed to the persons entitled to it. Attorney for Trustee: McCarty Law Offices, PLC Karen A. McCarty, P36401 200 W. Allegan Street Otsego, MI 49078 (269) 694-6055 (269) 694-4406-fax NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Katrina Cummiford, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11576 W M 179 Hwy, Middleville, MI 49333-8427. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550551 File # 347464F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Troy Hill and Stacey L Hill, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 2917 Beaver Trl, Middleville, MI 493339109. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550515 File # 298699F02 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Penny R. Rider and Jack E. Rider Sr 121 South State Street Nashville, MI 49073 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: October 14, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 650.0605 77550469 ASAP# FNMA3766029 10/14/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William F Paton, V, a single man and Erika Tyslicky a single woman as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 2, 2007, and recorded on March 9, 2007 in instrument 1177303, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty-Eight And 86/100 Dollars ($130,958.86), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land located in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 16, Town 1 North Range 9 West Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, and being more particularly described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section, 2803.19 feet for the point of beginning of the parcel hereinafter described said point also being 220.00 feet West of the center 1/4 post of said Section; Thence continuing North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West along said East and West 1/4 line 220.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 49 minutes 50 seconds East parallel with the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 400.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds East parallel with the said East and West 1/4 line, 220.00 feet thence North 00 degrees 49 minutes 50 seconds West parallel with said North and South 1/4 line 400.00 feet to the point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550541 File #341443F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dennis Jay Steffes aka Dennis J Steffes and Tina Marie Steffes aka Tina M Steffes, husband and wife, as tenants by the entireties, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 22, 2004, and recorded on December 2, 2004 in instrument 1138030, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EMC Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-Eight And 54/100 Dollars ($227,788.54), including interest at 4% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 28, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Northwesterly corner of Lot 1 of Algonquin North Shores Subdivision, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 50, in Section 2, Town 3 North, Range 9 West, and Running thence North 51 degrees 04 minutes East 41.18 feet along Northwesterly line of said Lot; thence South 55 degrees 01 minutes 24 seconds East 57.0 feet along the Northeasterly side of said Lot; thence South 01 degrees 06 minutes 14 seconds West 155.34 feet along the East line of said Lot; thence North 89 degrees 22 minutes West 40.0 feet along the Plat Meander Line; thence North 22 degrees 45 minutes 04 seconds West 91.51 feet to a point on the West line of said Lot 1, distant South 00 degrees 16 minutes East 77.28 feet from the Northwesterly corner thereof; thence North 56 degrees 43 minutes 34 seconds West 85.40 feet to the center of Iroquois Trail (platted North Shore Drive); thence North 51 degrees 04 minutes East 65.0 feet along the center of said Street; thence South 00 degrees 16 minutes East 32.02 feet to the place of beginning. Extending the Easterly and Westerly sidelines to the Water's Edge of Algonquin Lake. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550037 File #337812F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by JEFFREY L. KENYON and DENISE P. KENYON, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated June 14, 2005, and recorded on September 9, 2005, in Document No. 1152460, and assigned by said mortgagee to GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Nine Thousand Eighty-Four Dollars and EightyEight Cents ($209,084.88), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on November 4, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DISTANT NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST 1299.40 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH 01 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 40 SECONDS EAST 1390.24 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 16 SECONDS EAST 907.53 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST 887.35 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST 220.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST 495.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST 687.53 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO A PRIVATE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS, EGRESS AND PUBLIC UTILITIES PURPOSES, 66 FEET WIDE, DESCRIBED AS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DISTANT NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST 1299.40 FEET FROM THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 01 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 40 SECONDS EAST 1390.24 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH 85 DEGREES 43 MINUTES 19 SECONDS EAST 66.37 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST 1396.82 FEET TO SAID SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST 66 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY FOR M-43. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 4, 2010 GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77550353 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Troy A. Searver and Penny Seaver 11427 East Shore Drive Delton, MI 49046 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: October 14, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 221.6197 77550471 ASAP# 3768465 10/14/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William C. Aldridge and Jacalyn K. Aldridge, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 5, 2006 and recorded June 12, 2006 in Instrument Number 1165862, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Eight Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Nine and 83/100 Dollars ($308,449.83) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on NOVEMBER 18, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel D: That part of the Southwest one fourth of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West one fourth corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 33.0 feet along the West line of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 20 seconds East 2949.13 feet parallel with the East and West one fourth line of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 22 minutes East 643.56 feet; thence South 37 degrees 18 minutes 00 seconds West 553.76 feet; thence South 40 degrees 40 minutes 00 seconds West 49.35 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 40 degrees 40 minutes 00 seconds West 205.15 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 12.58 feet; thence South 89 degrees 25 minutes 00 seconds West 372.70 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 169.53 feet; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 20 seconds East 506.38 feet to the point of beginning. Together with an easement for ingress and egress over that part of the Southwest one fourth of of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the South one fourth corner of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds West 480.0 feet along the South line of said Southwest one fourth thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 66.0 feet to the North line of Near Lane and the place of beginning for this description; thence South 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds West 33.0 feet along the North line of Near Lane; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 281.83 feet; thence Northeasterly 103.48 feet along a 66.50 foot radius curve to the right, the chord of which bears North 44,degrees 34 minutes 40 seconds East 47.03 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 281.46 feet; thence Northeasterly 103.48 feet along a 66.50 foot radius curve to the right, the chord of which bears North 44 degrees 34 minutes 40 seconds East 93.35 feet; thence North 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds East 98.59 feet; thence Northeasterly 52.13 feet along a 33.50 foot radius curve to the left, the chord of which bears North 44 degrees 34 minutes 40 seconds East 47.03 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 495.19 feet; thence North 89 degrees 25 minutes East 33.0 feet along the North line of the South one half of said Southwest one fourth, thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 561.05 feet; thence South 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds West 164.12; thence Southwesterly 52.13 feet along a 33.50 foot radius curve to the left, the chord of which bears South 44 degrees 34 minutes 40 seconds West 47.03 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 346.99 feet; thence South 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds West 136.99 feet; thence Southwesterly 52.13 feet along a 33.50 foot radius curve to the left, the chord of which bears South 44 degrees 34 minutes 40 seconds West 47.03 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 281.34 feet to the place of beginning. Also together with an easement for ingress and egress over that part of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds East 2452.0 feet along the South line of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 1321 .55 feet to the place of beginning of the Westerly line of a 33 foot wide easement; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 12.58 feet; thence North 40 degrees 40 minutes East 245.40 feet; thence North 37 degrees 18 minutes East 795.0 feet to reference point "A" and the place of ending of the Westerly line of said 33 foot wide easement. Also an easement over a 40 foot radius circle, the center of which is located South 52 degrees 42 minutes East 16.50 feet from the above described reference point" A". The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: October 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5508 ASAP# FNMA3769265 10/14/2010, 10/21/2010, 77550491 10/28/2010, 11/04/2010 �Page 12 — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Clint D. Crabtree and Molly Crabtree, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1711 Starr View Ln, Middleville, MI 49333-8061. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 8, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 8, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550408 File # 346000F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darwin R. Mead, an unmarried man, to Fifth Third Mortgage MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated November 15, 2005 and recorded November 21, 2005 in Instrument Number 1156516, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-Nine Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Nine and 15/100 Dollars ($49,749.15) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on OCTOBER 21, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/4 of Section 33, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 33; thence South 624 feet, thence East 264 feet, thence North, 624 feet, thence West 264 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: September 23, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.7009 ASAP# 3739830 09/23/2010, 09/30/2010, 10/07/2010, 10/14/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Scott Noethe and Marielle Cousins, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 10820 Banfield Rd, Delton, MI 490467601. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 8, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 8, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550466 File # 347176F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Peggy Long and Bruce Long, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 7040 W Parmalee Rd, Middleville, MI 49333-8732. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 8, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 8, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550475 File # 289055F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Nancy K. Rhodes and Craig A. Rhodes, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 185 Hunters Trail Dr, Middleville, MI 49333-9095. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 8, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 8, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550414 File # 346572F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to John Mark Reilly and Heidi Lee Reilly, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1371 Price Rd, Nashville, MI 49073-9748. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550527 File # 267650F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Dlisa Groeneweg and Aaron Ketchum, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1728 S Jefferson St, Hastings, MI 49058-2548. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 8, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 8, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550477 File # 302584F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tricia Mosley, and Anthony Mosley, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 24, 2007, and recorded on July 10, 2007 in instrument 1182789, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Thirty-One Thousand One Hundred Ninety And 79/100 Dollars ($331,190.79), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 5 of thornapple Hills Site Condominium, according to the Master Deed Recorded in Liber 560 on Page 416, together with an undivded interest in the common and limited elements of said Condominium as set forth in said Master Deed and as described. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #282924F01 77550064 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Raneane Risner and Brian Risner wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 17, 2006, and recorded on March 20, 2006 in instrument 1161505, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety And 98/100 Dollars ($102,790.98), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 21, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 33, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 post of said Section 33; thence East 20 rods to the place of beginning; thence East 8 rods; thence South 208.5 feet; thence West 8 rods; thence North 208.5 feet. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549820 File #302519F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sandy Reid and Ruth Reid, joint tenants with full rights of survivorship, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 26, 2005, and recorded on October 3, 2005 in instrument 1153730, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for Deutsche Bank Alt-A Securities, Inc., Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2006AB1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred One Thousand Two Hundred Four And 16/100 Dollars ($101,204.16), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 28, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 73 and 74 of Aben Johnson's Addition Number 2, to the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #339743F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert W Garrett and Lynette S Garrett, AKA Lynette Sue Garrett husband and wife, Tenants by the Entireties, to JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A., successor in interest from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, as receiver for Washington Mutual Bank, Mortgagee, dated February 16, 2004 and recorded February 23, 2004 in Instrument Number 1122601, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-One Thousand Four Hundred Eleven and 12/100 Dollars ($41,411.12) including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on NOVEMBER 18, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: described in deed Liber 486, Page 842, ID# 08-09-024-007-00, being known and designated as: The West fifteen acres of the East forty-five acres of the West, one half of the Southwest, one quarter of Section 24, Town One North, Range Eight West, Johnstown Township, Barry County Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: October 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 362.8262 ASAP# FNMA3771201 10/14/2010, 10/21/2010, 77550529 10/28/2010, 11/04/2010 77549809 77549977 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott Foy, a single man and Elesha Wiese, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 24, 2006, and recorded on November 1, 2006 in instrument 1172206, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Six Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Eight And 65/100 Dollars ($106,998.65), including interest at 7.6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of section 34, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, thence West 10 Rods, thence North 18 Rods; thence East 10 Rods to section line; thence south 18 Rods to point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550293 File #339608F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to John M. Strimback, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 10204 SHAW LAKE ROAD, MIDDLEVILLE, MI 49333 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-5397400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. John M. Strimback also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738 (Tel). Pub Date: October 14, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 77550483 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Joseph R. Huebner, a married man and Teresa M. Huebner, a married woman, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated February 10, 2003, and recorded on February 18, 2003 in instrument 1097846, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twelve Thousand Two Hundred FiftySeven And 14/100 Dollars ($112,257.14), including interest at 6.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 21, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6 of Block D of Charles H. Bauer's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 57. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549826 File #338425F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Erin Merritt, a single woman and John F. Merritt, a married man and Jane Merritt, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 18, 2008, and recorded on April 24, 2008 in instrument 200804240004444, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Thousand Four Hundred SeventySeven And 67/100 Dollars ($85,477.67), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lot 997 and the East 1/2 of the North 1/2 of Lot 998 of City Formerly Village of Hastings, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Liber A of Plats, Page 1 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550321 File #340480F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Jeffrey and Angela Bower (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 1637 S Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of October 7, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after October 7, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. October 7, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77550463 Hastings, MI 49058 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Anthony Brian Cuddahee and Brenda L. Cuddahee 1798 Coburn Road Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: October 14, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 241.3093 7755011 ASAP# 3769839 10/14/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael J. Thompson, a single person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 17, 2008, and recorded on November 5, 2008 in instrument 20081105-0010752, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eleven Thousand Twenty And 36/100 Dollars ($111,020.36), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1175 of the City, Formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550314 File #312831F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Yolanda Marzo, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 21, 2007 and recorded August 30, 2007 in Instrument Number 200708300001499, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP FKA Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Seventy-Seven and 5/100 Dollars ($115,077.05) including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on NOVEMBER 18, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 93 of Roy K Cordes Subdivision number 1, according to the recorded PLat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of PLats on Page 49. Subject to an easement for ingress and egress over a 66 feet wide easement for ingress, egress and public utilities described as follows: beginning at the West corner of lot 93 of Roy K Cordes subdivision number 1 according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of plats on Page 49; thence south 89 degrees 32 minutes 00 seconds East, 66.00 feet along the North line of said lot 93; Thence South 00 degrees 28 minuets 07 seconds West 36.97 feet parallel with the east line of lot 94 of said plat to the South line of said lot 93; thence North 60 degrees 16 minutes 50 seconds West 75.65 feet along said South line to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: October 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.6700 ASAP# 3771246 10/14/2010, 10/21/2010, 10/28/2010, 11/04/2010 77550534 WWR#08391545 STATE OF MICHIGAN IN THE 5TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF BARRY Case No. 10-274-CH Hon. JAMES H. FISHER U.S. BANK CONSUMER FINANCE, Plaintiff, v.. SHANNON J. STAUFFER and ROBERT J. STAUFFER, Defendants. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––/ Weltman, Weinberg & Reis, Co., LPA BY: STUART A. BEST (40744) JOHN E. MELTON (P56294) Attorney for Plaintiff 2155 Butterfield, Ste. 200-S Troy, Michigan 48084 (248) 362-6100 ______________________________________/ AMENDED ORDER FOR ALTERNATE SERVICE At a session of said Court held in the City Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan ON 8/30/10 PRESENT: HON. JAMES H. FISHER Plaintiff having filed a Motion with this Court for purposes of obtaining an Order for Alternate Service pursuant to MCR 2.106; IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that Plaintiff shall serve the Defendant ROBERT J. STAUFFER, using the following means: q By publishing a copy of this Order once each week for three (3) consecutive weeks in a newspaper in this County q By sending a copy of the Order, Summons and Complaint to the Defendant, at his/her last known address by certified mail, return receipt requested, prior to the last date of publication. q That the Plaintiff does not know the present or last known address of the Defendant, and therefore, service by mailing is not required. q Posting: The Defendant shall be notified of the action by posting a copy of the Order, Summons and Complaint, in the Courthouse, and two (2) other public places for three (3) consecutive weeks. q Posting shall be performed by any persons as designed in MCR 2.103(B)(1), (B)(2) or (B)(3) or by______________________________________ q That an Affidavit of Publication be provided by the publisher or publisher’s agent to this Court following the expiration of the publishing time, and supplied to this Court as proof of Service. HON. JAMES H. FISHER Beth DuBois (Deputy Clerk) x 1124 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rick Fuller aka Ricky Fuller a married man and Nancy Fuller his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 10, 2007, and recorded on October 17, 2007 in instrument 200710170003147, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Four Hundred Eighty And 90/100 Dollars ($113,480.90), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 28, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the center post of said Section 17 for place of beginning, thence West 11 Rods, thence South 60 Rods, thence East 11 Rods, to the 1/4 line, thence North along Section line 60 Rods to the center post of said Section 17 to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77549968 File #293705F02 X X 77549926 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain note given by M-37 Auto & Tire Service LLC (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by a mortgage ("Mortgage") given by Edward J. and Claire E. Bomer, Husband and Wife ("Mortgagor"), which property is commonly known as 3985 Morgan Road, Nashville, MI 49073 Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of October 12, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after October 12, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. October 12, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77550557 Hastings, MI 49058 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy E Huver, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 20, 2005, and recorded on September 26, 2005 in instrument 1153387, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-One Thousand Four Hundred Eighteen And 48/100 Dollars ($71,418.48), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That Part of Lots 614, 615 and 616 of the City, Formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, lying on the South side of the highway The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550334 File #323917F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by David J. Vanderslik Sr., single man, original mortgagor(s), to Credit Union Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated May 14, 2001, and recorded on May 18, 2001 in instrument 1059958, and assigned by said Mortgagee to DFCU Financial as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty Thousand One Hundred Eighty And 55/100 Dollars ($120,180.55), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on October 28, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Condominium Unit 21, Bay Meadow Condominiums, a Condominium according to the Master Deed recorded November 22, 2000, in Document Number 1052229 in the Office of Barry County Register of Deeds and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 19, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978 as amended The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: September 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #268579F02 77549943 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Nicholas D Blakely and Tiffany C. Blakely, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 313 Reed St, Nashville, MI 490739333. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 8, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 8, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550438 File # 345976F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Aaron Gross and Treece Gross, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 5044 S M 37 Hwy, Hastings, MI 490589313. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 12, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 12, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550553 File # 347453F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Daniel Leo Young and Colleen Young, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 30, 2007, and recorded on October 31, 2007 in instrument 200710310003701, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Four Hundred Fifteen And 30/100 Dollars ($80,415.30), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 17, E.W. Bliss Replat, according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 3 of plats, Page 24 of Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550309 File #266644F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dorrance Hoffman, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated August 28, 2001, and recorded on September 6, 2001 in instrument 1066024, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand One Hundred Seventy-Two And 31/100 Dollars ($67,172.31), including interest at 8.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Southerly 255 feet of the Easterly 255 feet of the East 21 acres of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of section 18, Town 3 North, Range 7 West. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550517 File #342399F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven Paul Seilheimer, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 28, 2007, and recorded on September 7, 2007 in instrument 20070907-0001768, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty Thousand SeventyThree And 31/100 Dollars ($130,073.31), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, and being more particularly described as commencing at the West 1/4 post of said Section 33; thence East 440 feet for point of beginning, thence continuing East 220 feet, thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes East, 264 feet, thence West 220 feet, thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes West 264 feet of point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550496 File #302908F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dale Newth and Lori Newth, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 10, 2008, and recorded on November 17, 2008 in instrument 20081117-0011125, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-One Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-One And 13/100 Dollars ($191,561.13), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post; thence South 763 Feet to the Place of Beginning; thence South 950 Feet; thence East 680 Feet to the Drainage Ditch; thence North along Northwesterly bank of said ditch to a point 65 Feet East of the Place of Beginning; thence West 65 Feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550546 File #331713F01 �Page 14 — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner BUDGET, continued from page 1 liaison program. When the board met as a committee of the whole Oct. 5, they heard and rejected Leaf’s request that the program be funded at 100 percent of its 2010 rate of $58,671 with money from the delinquent tax fund, plus an additional $51,153 from the diverted felons fund for total of $109,824. A motion to approve Leaf’s request failed 4-3, with Commissioners Craig Stolsonburg, Jeff VanNortwick, Joe Lyons and Robert Houtman voting against the motion, while Bremer, Howard Gibson and Don Nevins voted in its favor. Commissioner Mike Callton was absent at the time of the vote. In his appeals during previous board and committee meetings, Leaf said that if the county did not fund the liaison program, union contracts would require him to lay off the cadets who work in the control room of the Barry County Jail before the two liaison officers; then four deputies would have to be pulled from road patrol to replace the cadets in the control room. During the public comment portion of Tuesday’s board meeting, Brian Gibson, a Barry County resident who, in a later interview, identified himself as the son of Commissioner Howard Gibson, expressed his dissatisfaction with the board’s decision to not fund the liaison program. He said that county’s circuit court judges had already approved the use of money from the diverted felons fund to cover staffing for the school liaison program. “... I work for the Michigan Department of Corrections,” said Brian Gibson. “I am here to express my deep astonishment that four members of the Barry County Board of Commission would put their own agenda before the safety and security of the citizens of Barry County in which they serve, i.e., Mr. VanNortwick’s continued attacks and personal mission to destroy Sheriff Dar Leaf. And, Mr. Lyons about the argument that your wife would like to be either the animal control director or chairman of the advisory board. Can you say conflict of interest?” “ ... The reduction of the total law enforcement coverage will feel its burden in all areas of Barry County,” said Brian Gibson, who went on to detail the quick response to his wife’s recent automobile accident. “... In the future, without that funding you four denied, I found out through Barry [County] Central [Dispatch] that she might’ve had to wait up to an hour for assistance on the road.” Brian Gibson also said his work as a prison guard brings daily threats to his family and himself. “... With all the prison closures, more inmates are being let out early,” he said. “This responsibility is now falling on our local law enforcement agencies ... The sheriff’s department will be called on to deal with these repeat offenders even more ... Without the use of this drug-recovery money, not only will the road patrol coverage decrease, but also the advancement of the jail, corrections officers, marine patrol, school liaison, drug intervention, canine and other programs will also be hampered. “Me and fellow citizens of Barry County want to know, is there a reason you voted this down? Is it like you don’t want to have extra road patrol out there? People are starting to wonder, do you have something to hide? Some of them are me,” he continued. “Maybe you guys don’t want a bigger, stronger, faster, more advanced sheriff’s department. Hmmm ... makes you wonder, don’t it?” Brian Gibson added that he felt the board is a “good ol’ boys club.” “ ... Back in the ‘30s there was another good ol’ boy club ... the one you guys remind me of right now, do these names — Curly, Larry, Moe and Shemp — come to mind? You can decide which one actually fits your own likeness,” he said. “In closing, I tell you right now, right here, I will personally hold each and every one of you four, right here, something happens to me, myself, my family, anybody in Barry County, due to the lack of law enforcement coverage, because of the ignorant voting that took place for Barry County and its citizens.” Elden Shellenbarger, a Hastings resident, said he also was concerned about the county not funding the school liaison program. “My concerns are cutting moneys and stuff for schools. We’re protecting the kids’ safety there also,” he said. “If that’s the case, I would like to see this commission save $500 a year by doing away with the security officer at these meetings. I think we are adults here. I think we could do what we need to do; but, we don’t need a security officer if you guys cut funding to the schools.” Throughout the budget and appeals process, no school superintendent or school board member has attended a county board meeting to speak in favor of preserving funding the school liaison program. In a telephone interview after Tuesday’s board meeting, Barry Intermediate School District Superintendent Jeff Jennette, who serves as the truancy officer for Barry County, said that while the school liaison program does provide valuable services with regard to truancy, school safety and other issues, it comes down to a matter of finances. “I think the school liaison program is a great perk for the schools. However, cost has become a factor,” he said. “In the past, each of the districts (with the exception of Hastings Area Schools, which had its own arrangement with the Hastings City Police Department until a year ago) each paid $15,000 per year for the school liaison program. 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You got a two- or three-year’s supply in there. Why aren’t we using those funds for services for this county, for the taxpayers? You can only put so many nuts away, then they start rotting.” White added that if the commissioners reduced their compensation, it would generate an additional $42,000 which could be used for services for the community. “I’m just having a hard time with you commissioners, like those gentlemen here said [indicating Gibson and Shellenbarger] the personal agendas on here [indicating the board] are ridiculous,” said White. “Should commissioners be on a flat rate and get rid of benefits? It’s a double standard.” Julie Ingle, president of the Barry County Courthouse Association, also addressed the board. “I would just like to say, throughout this whole process, it’s been talked about most recently about the employees and how there might be mandated services that could be laid off or taken care of to save money,” she said. “ ... I would like to remind everybody that there were county employees that are losing their jobs, will not have their jobs, have reduced hours, which means more pay for them when it comes to benefits, health care, that type of thing.” Ingle said the union’s contract is up for negotiation next year. “I realize that there will be cuts in mandated services as well,” she said. “I, as a probation officer, who has a caseload of 200 criminals, could be laid off. That means not all those criminals are going to be put on probation. And, they’re either on the streets or in jail taking up space that we need for felons.” Ingle asked that the board look at mandated versus non-mandated programs, as it did earlier this year, when it prepares its 2012 budget. “We as employees are willing to concede things ... However, I do think you need to look at where those cuts are made, how they are made. Is the public, as the first gentleman [Brian Gibson] said, going to want to wait for that response time when they are waiting for a police officer? Is the public going to be okay with the fact that 200 criminals no longer have probation and are not jail, they have been fined and they are gone?” said Ingle. “... There are jobs out there that can’t be lost. And, if they are, it will make a big impact in the community ...” In discussion before the vote on the budget, Callton suggested that when preparing its budget next year, the board looked at rolling the money from the diverted felons fund into the sheriff’s department budget, rather than keeping it sequestered for capital expenditures. “... Or, if there is a cost-sharing, maybe a certain amount goes to the courts and the sheriff’s department because that is where the costs are created ... ” Callton said. “I just don’t understand why it has been sequestered as a separate fund.” Nevins said he thought the money should be used for all departments. “Then it should be rolled to the general fund,” said Callton. “A good portion of it should be,” said Nevins. “We are going to have better than $300,000 in there after the first of the year.” “I could support putting it into the general fund and then as these two areas need capital expenditures, then they just ask like other departments ask for capital expenditures,” said Callton. He then asked Brown if there was a reason to keep money from the diverted felons fund separate from other funds. “Only the thought that it created a fund for capital purchases associated with those two departments,” said Brown, adding that money in the fund that is unspent at the end of the year is transferred to the fund balance. “As we were trying to build the fund balance, the board was unwilling — and still seems to have a policy — that we don’t want to spend the fund balance in the general fund. So, at the time, if that money didn’t get spent during the year, the funds rolled over, and it was difficult, not impossible ... to recapture those and spend them. So, you were forced to either try to spend them during the year or let them roll into the general fund balance.” “I just don’t understand,” said Callton. “Let’s say moneys that the clerk is collecting in the clerk’s area, they don’t create a separate clerk’s diversion fund for capital expenditures at the clerk’s office. If every department had this, it would seem like insanity ... ” “We wouldn’t have any money,” said Nevins. Callton also suggested the board look at capping the delinquent tax fund next year and incorporating the growth. Houtman said that after Callton had left last week’s meeting, the board had reached a consensus to gather more information about at what level the cap should be set before discussing the issue further. Callton also suggested the board look at rolling its technology, vehicle and building rehab funds into the general fund next year. Later during his report, Brown commended county employees for their hard work and professionalism during what he said was one of the most difficult budget processes during his tenure with the county. In other business, the board: • Approved a request from Jeff Westra from the office of community corrections to select Option A for the fiscal year 2010-11 Michigan Department of Corrections County Jail Reimbursement Program and authorize the county clerk to complete and submit the necessary forms. The Barry County Jail currently is mandated by the state to be reimbursed according to Option B; however, Westra said that Option A could net the county approximately $5,000 per year. • Approved the appointment of Dave McIntyre to a seat on the department of human services board, which is being vacated by Shirley Rugg who did not wish to seek reappointment when her three-year term expires Oct. 31. • Approved motions to accept applications of Scott and Debra McKeown and Eralia Nye, which will allow both the McKeowns and Nye to enter into contracts with the State of Michigan for farmland preservation. • Approved the following transfers and disbursements: Claims totaling $170,933; prepaid invoices in the amount of $6,265,340; and commissioners payroll in the amount of $9,153. Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. 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The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. much more attractive. If the Sheriff needs more money from the schools, he will need to make another proposal ... As much as we may like the program and value the service it offers, it has become a cost issue, like so many other things.” Jennette added that while Houtman was correct when he said during a recent committee meeting that the schools would be receiving an additional $154 in per pupil funding from the State of Michigan, that does not necessarily translate into more money for the schools. “That money gets ‘lost in the translation,’” he said. “Retirement rates have increased, and pupil counts have decreased so that $154 is actually less than we are losing. Plus, that funding could disappear after the election.” Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee agreed with Jennette, that cost is a factor for the school districts. “This is the first year with school liaison program for us; we weren’t a part of it in the past,” said Satterlee, who noted that the agreement with the Hastings Police Department was eliminated due to financial concerns for both the municipality and the school district. “But, when we found out that we could have a school liaison officer two days a week for $5,000 a year, it was a no-brainer. “We would love to have the program continue, but we have got to measure the cost with the benefit,” he added. “This is not a decision I would make alone; it will be up to the school board to decide. If the sheriff asks all the districts to look at chipping in more, I think it will depend on how much we are asked to put in.” Leaf had not responded to requests for comment about his plans for funding the school liaison program by press time. During the public hearing on the proposed 2011 budget, which preceded the board’s vote, Nashville resident Gary White asked questions regarding the diverted felons fund. “Diverted felons fund ... is on track this year to net probably $120,000-plus,” he said. “The State of Michigan at this time owes $82,000, I think that was for seven months, or was that for eight months? Historically it’s been used as a capital outlay fund, correct?” Brown said, “Historically, the fund has seen ups and downs in revenue. We did get a report that we are expected to get, I believe the number was $78,000 ... We have budgeted something less than that at this point ... The historical use of the diverted felons funds have been ... a special revenue fund, and we have used those for capital purposes. We have not used those for reoccurring expenses such as staff, or staff-oriented purposes, because of the volatile nature of those. “If you are participating in the process during the year, you’ll recall, from time to time, we hear that that is up to be cut. In fact, this year there was legislation to do away with the jail reimbursement program completely; that seems to be a political pawn that is used in budgeting process,” said Brown. “It was reestablished, so there was, for quite a bit of the year, a chance that we wouldn’t have received anything, had that funding not been restored. We just can’t rely on it, so what we have chosen to do is put those funds aside and use those for capital expenditures ... ” Brown said that some of the money has been used for jail-related expenses. “The funds come through the department of corrections. They are created ... by the virtue of the circuit judges choosing to divert individuals, who would otherwise be eligible for state prison, to jail ... it started in an era when state When investing, don’t stop at U.S. border In less than two weeks, United Nations Day will be celebrated. It’s an occasion to highlight and reflect on the work of the United Nations, whose mission is to promote understanding and cooperation among the world’s countries. Of course, in an era of instantaneous communications and speedy global travel, we are all connected much more closely than ever before. And that’s certainly true in the financial markets, too, because as an investor, you’ve got a world full of opportunities. Many people, however, still think the U.S. totally dominates the investment scene. But the fact is that U.S. stock markets make up less than half of the total global stock market value, according to the Census Bureau. And that should come as no surprise to you when you consider many of the products you use on a daily basis, from the Hyundai (South Korea) you drove to work to the Nestle Crunch bar (parent company in Switzerland) you snacked on at lunch to the Sony television (Japan) you watch at night. Not only are many strong companies based in the developed countries, but some emerging markets — countries such as China, India, Brazil and Mexico that are characterized by younger, less mature economies — are growing rapidly, which may produce good investment opportunities. Keep in mind, though, that emerging markets do involve investment risks different from those of more developed countries. Securities may be less liquid and more volatile because economic structures are generally less diverse and mature. And by investing internationally, you can gain another key benefit — improved diversification. If you only invested domestically, and a downturn hits us, your portfolio will likely take a hit. But, at any given time, international markets may perform quite differently than the U.S. market. Consequently, if you expanded your investment horizon beyond U.S. borders, your foreign investments could be doing relatively well, even if your American investments were lagging. Keep in mind, though, that diversification, by itself, cannot guarantee profits or protect against loss, though it may be able to help reduce the effects of volatility. While you can gain some benefits by investing internationally, you’ll also need to consider the risks, such as political risk. For example, new governments can come in, nationalize companies, drastically change policies or rules affecting commerce, or take other actions that could have a big effect on your investments. You might also encounter currency risk — that is, changes in the value of the U.S. dollar, relative to foreign currencies, could negatively affect the value of your investments. Another factor to consider is the difference in accounting standards between the U.S. and other countries, a difference that can result in difficulty analyzing the true value and performance of foreign investments. You can enhance your portfolio's diversification without investing a lot abroad. If you are considering international investments you may want to limit the foreign exposure to no more than 20 to 25 percent of your overall portfolio, with the exact amount depending on your individual risk tolerance, time horizon and long-term goals. Also, given the more complex issues involved in international investing, you’ll want to consult with a professional financial advisor before taking action. But once you’ve done your “due diligence,” don’t be afraid to launch your voyage to the world of international investing. You might like what you see on your journey. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. 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The council will conduct a second reading and take action on the proposed ordinance during its next regular meeting slated for 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 25. The city attorney’s office has recommended the ordinance which clarifies that medical marijuana dispensaries are illegal in Hastings at the local level as well as under recently adopted state laws applying to medical marijuana. The council July 26 unanimously adopted an ordinance which imposed a temporary moratorium on the issuance of city permits, licenses or approvals for the sale or dispensation of medical marijuana. The ordinance is meant to give city officials an opportunity to research and create possible amendments to existing city code. The amendments would allow the city to establish reasonable regulations governing the sale and dispensation of medical marijuana in a manner that would protect public health, safety and welfare. The moratorium is in effect for six months or until amendments to city ordinances go into effect, whichever comes first. However, the city can pass a resolution to extend the moratorium for an additional six months if more time is needed to amend the ordinances. In August, Jeff Sluggett, an attorney for the City of Hastings, conducted a workshop for the council about medical marijuana and how other municipalities around the state are dealing with zoning and regulation issues that have arisen since the state voters passed the Michigan Medical Marijuana Act, which went into effect Dec. 2008. “The Michigan Medical Marijuana Act was approved in 2008 and went into effect in December 2008 ... Why are we only now addressing some of these issues?” asked Sluggett during the presentation. “I think the simple and honest answer is no one really knew what form this act was going to take. Not in terms of what the act said, but how communities and the state were going to react to it and how the medical marijuana community was going to react to it. It is very much a work in progress.” In his presentation, Sluggett identified what he called “principal approaches” to addressing the issues surrounding medical marijuana used by various communities throughout Michigan. Livonia amended its zoning ordinances to indicate that any use of medical marijuana in that municipality, which would be in violation of federal, state or local law, is not permitted. And, since any use or possession of marijuana is illegal under federal law, it is therefore illegal in Livonia. However, the ability of local law enforcement to uphold federal law is unclear. Grand Rapids amended its ordinances to prohibit medical marijuana dispensaries, cooperatives, growing facilities and compassion clubs. However, registered primary caregivers are allowed to operate as a permitted home occupation. This approach is meant to limit the amount of medical marijuana in a single area. However, there is some question as to whether permitting caregivers to operate in residential areas will have a negative impact on the neighborhoods. Sluggett said some communities have adopted a hybrid approach, such as the one instituted in Ypsilanti Charter Township. This method amends the local zoning ordinance to prohibit medical marijuana dispensaries paired with a zoning or regulatory ordinance restricting the production of marijuana to primary caregivers located in zoning districts subject to special land use review and approval. Caregivers are required to deliver the product to the patient, no pick-up is allowed at the production site or the caregivers home to keep the medical marijuana activities from becoming too visible. Possible disadvantages of this approach include legitimizing primary caregiving as a business operation. Also, the ordinance needs to be drafted very carefully to avoid the creation of large-scale growing operations. The final option presented by Sluggett was the regulatory approach such as the one used by the City of Niles. That municipality treats medical marijuana as a police issue rather than a land use issue. While this option does not expressly prohibit the use or production of medical marijuana in residential neighborhoods, its regulations tend to be more stringent than what the act provides, such as medical marijuana can not be produced, possessed, or used within a certain distance of a school. However, Sluggett said that land use issues can still arise in that scenario. “...I think it is important to notify the public, including people who are advocates for Michigan medical marijuana ... what the parameters are for what the city is willing to accept or not,” said Sluggett at the close of his presentation in August. “And, I think taking a position on the dispensary issue, if nothing else, you are making a statement.” Two-car accident sends drivers to hospital Hastings Police responded to a personal injury accident at Michigan Avenue and Apple Street Oct. 9. The accident occurred when a southbound vehicle driven by Josh Shute, 19, of Hastings, failed to stop for a red light on Michigan and struck a vehicle driven by Hilda Jackson, 82, of Hastings, who was turning north from Apple Street. Mercy Ambulance responded to the scene and transported both drivers to Pennock Hospital for treatment. Condition of the drivers is unknown. POLICE BEAT Man looking for trouble found it Hastings Police responded to a reported fight on East State Street Oct. 7. Officers observed a subject involved in an altercation with several patrons inside the building. Witnesses told officers that the Hastings man, 44, was trying to start fights and was refusing to leave the premises. As officers escorted the man from the building, he began yelling obscenities and refused to cooperate. The subject was warned several times to refrain, and after failing to do so was placed under arrest. He was lodged at the Barry County Jail and is facing charges of disorderly conduct. Woman mad at friend who won’t talk Oct. 12, Hastings officers arrested a 33-year-old Grand Rapids woman after stopping the vehicle she was driving on Hannah Lane. The woman allegedly was upset with an acquaintance who lived in the area and refused to talk her. After investigating further, the woman was found to have a blood alcohol level of .11 percent. The woman was placed under arrest for operating a vehicle while intoxicated and lodged a the Barry County Jail. Bucket used in Bellevue burglary A Bellevue man left for work the morning of Sept. 24, and when he came home for lunch, he called deputies to report a burglary. Deputies found a five-gallon bucket overturned under a laundry room window, which was open. According to the complainant, a new Harley Davidson rainsuit, costume jewelry and a silver Silpada necklace had been taken. Deputies reported no damage, no fingerprints and no suspects. Near miss results in three big hits Hastings Police stopped a vehicle on North Michigan Avenue Oct. 5 after a near collision at Mill Street. Officers made contact with the male driver, 18, from Vermontville, and two other male occupants, 18 and 19, both from Nashville. During the stop, officers observed one of the passengers attempting to hide brass knuckles under the front seat. After searching the vehicle, another pair of brass knuckles was found, as well as a half-pound of marijuana and other drug paraphernalia. Two county road signs also were in the car. All three subjects were placed under arrest and lodged at the Barry County Jail. The driver is facing charges for possession of marijuana. A passenger is facing charges for possessing brass knuckles found in his pocket. The other passenger is facing charges for delivery and manufacturing marijuana, plus possessing an illegal weapon. Lights on, but no one home; nothing wrong Sheriff deputies received a report Sept. 27 of a light in a house that has been unoccupied for 15 years. The house, owned by Pennock Hospital, is located at the corner of M-43 and Tanner Lake Road in Hastings. When deputies arrived, they found the back door kicked open. With the assistance of Michigan State Police, they investigated the house and outbuildings, but found no vandalism, and nothing suspicious or missing. Free ride uncovers three warrants A 25-year-old Grand Rapids man was transported by deputies from district court to the Barry County Jail Oct. 5. Deputies then found that the man had three outstanding criminal bench warrants: misdemeanor larceny, civil infraction, and failure to appear in court. The case is closed. Sports Man’s best friend unsuspecting of prowlers Blacken has big day in back row as Delton beats Olivet Burglars only wanted television and games It was almost as if the Eagles couldn’t help it. When Olivet hit the ball over the next Wednesday, it kept finding the arms of Delton Kellogg senior Taylor Blacken. Blacken finished with 44 digs in the Panthers’ 3-0 win over Olivet. Delton Kellogg’s varsity volleyball team improved to 3-0 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association with the win. Blacken had lots of chances and made the most of them, finishing with only five dig errors all game long. Those passes turned in to a lot of offense for teammates Adrianna Culbert and Carly Boehm. Culbert passed out 23 assists of her own, to go along with six kills, three blocks and seven aces. Boehm finished the contest with 12 kills and two blocks. TK beats Wildcats in Gold Tourney Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity boys’ soccer team earned a rematch with Hastings by scoring a 2-0 victory over Wayland in the second round of the O-K Gold Conference Tournament Monday. The Saxons scored a one-goal win over the Trojans in their regular season meeting, and the two teams were slated to play for fifth place in the league Wednesday afternoon in Hastings. The Trojans got a first-half goal from Josh Bremer, then tacked on a goal by Drew Kiel in the second half to top the Wildcats at home. Caleb Scheidel assisted on Keil’s score. Nate Eaton had four saves in net for the Trojans, while TK fired 14 shots on goal at the other end of the field. Thornapple Kellogg opened the O-K Gold Conference Tournament with a 5-2 loss against Forest Hills Eastern in Ada Oct. 6. The Hawks knocked off Caledonia Monday in the semifinals, and was slated to take on South Christian in the league championship match Wednesday. The Sailors topped Catholic Central in the semifinals. The Panthers moved on from that match to the Sturgis Battle of the Border, which included teams from Michigan and one from Indiana, where they took the tournament championship. They knocked off St. Joseph in the championship match 25-16, 20-25, 17-15, after going 2-1 to start the day. Culbert had 25 kills, 11 blocks, 22 digs, and 70 assists in the four matches. Boehm had 26 kills, Andrea Polley 19 kills, Alisha VanderWoude 12, and Katelyn Grizzle ten. Boehm also had 11 blocks, and VanderWoude six. Blacken finished the day with 76 digs and three aces. Delton Kellogg opened the tournament with a 25-20, 25-11 win over Berrien Springs. The Panthers then were knocked off St. Joe 25-19, 26-25, 15-9, and bounced back to beat Sturgis 25-6, 25-16. Lion girls beat Vikings by a point, Lion boys one behind Maple Valley’s varsity cross country team took part in a pair of duals with Lakewood decided by one point Thursday, and earned a split. The Maple Valley girls edged Lakewood 28-29, but the Lion boys were nipped 27-28. Lakewood’s J Patrick won the sprint to the finish with the Lions’ Sam Benedict, with the two finishing in fifth and sixth place respectively just inches apart. Patrick came in at 20 minutes 19 seconds and Benedict at 20:20. There was no photo finish for the Vikings’ Tucker Seese, who won in 18:05. Maple Valley’s Joe Benedict was second in 19:20. Lakewood also had Senters fourth in 20:04, Kutch seventh in 20:23, and Aldrich tenth in 20:35. Maple Valley had Kyle Brumm third in 20:00, and Micah Bromley eighth in 20:24 and Tyler Brumm ninth in 20:39. The Lions and Vikings alternated finishers through the first eight girls, led by the Lions’ Jessica Rushford in 21:40. Maple Valley also had Jenna Williams third in 23:15, Pantera Rider fifth in 23:27, Megan Shoemaker seventh in 24:24 and Lynzie Trumble 12th in 26:05. Lakewood had Thelen second in 23:01, Osborne fourth in 23:23, Ridder sixth in 24:06, Maria Patrick eighth in 24:31 and Courtney Jenkins 11th in 26:00. 2 BROTHERS AND A TENT 40’x40’ and 40’x60’ Tables and chairs available. Call: Dan McKinney 269-838-7057 or Tom McKinney 269-838-3842 Deputies responded to a report of burglary on Guy Road in Nashville Oct. 2. The complainant took deputies to a storage barn on his property. Scrap metal, including automobile transmissions and old furnaces, had been dragged from the barn. According to the report, marks were still present where the heavy items had been dragged. Numerous tools also were missing. The complainant said he believed two people took the items, since they were too heavy for one person to move. He also said he believed it was someone with whom his dog was familiar, since the dog did not bark during the time he suspected the burglary to happen. The case is closed pursuant to more information. A 46-inch Sony Bravia flat-screen television was reported stolen from a home on Wertman Road in Delton Sept. 28. Deputies determined that the suspect had entered through an unlocked window, taking the television, a Nintendo Wii system with various games and DVDs. According to the report, drawers and jewelry boxes had been searched, but nothing was missing. No fingerprints were found, and there are no suspects in the case. Minor in possession sent home without charge? A Banfield Road resident awoke Oct. 3 to someone banging violently on her door. She called 911. When deputies arrived, they found a young female, apparently intoxicated, banging on the door and shouting. When contacted by deputies, the 16-year-old identified herself and said her friends would not let her in the house. According to the report, the teen did not know where she was or how she had gotten there. She also admitted to being on probation. A Breathalyzer was administered, reading .13 percent. The woman was taken to her mother’s house. No charges were pressed. A copy of the report was forwarded to her probation officer. Signs pop out in vending machine case Kent County Sheriff Deputies requested the assistance of Barry County Deputies Oct. 6. Kent County requested that a Hastings residence on M-37 be checked for stolen property, specifically vending machine bases. The homeowner was contacted by deputies and reported that the suspect was her son, but said he did not live with her. She told deputies that her son used a storage shed on the other side of the property and escorted the deputy to the site. Upon inspection, no vending machine bases were found, but five streets signs were discovered. The deputy confiscated the stolen signs. The vending machine bases were later discovered by the Nashville Police Department. Kent County needed no more assistance on the case. Shoes, valuables walk off in burglary A burglary occurred on Strickland Road near Battle Creek Oct. 3. The complainant came home to find his door kicked in and a 55-inch Samsung television missing. Deputies reported that a vehicle had pulled into the driveway. The kicked-in door had the imprint of a Size 12 Air Jordan tennis shoe, and tracks revealed that the suspects had made at least two trips from the house. All the lights but the living room light were left on, and the front living room window blind was askew, as if a lookout was posted. Also reported missing were $2,500 in cash, two leather coats, a fur coat worth $7,500, a Cartier diamond ring and gold necklace. The homeowner also reported that he is a collector of Air Jordan tennis shoes and was missing 20 to 30 pairs, each pair worth $150 to $200. A 42-inch flat-screen television was moved from its place but not taken. Deputies said they suspected there was no room left in the vehicle. The case is still open. Green’s Medical Marijuana Clinic SHERIFF AUCTION Let Us Help Get Your Certification For Use of Medical Marijuana Have Meds And Clones Around The Back Go To The Green Storm Door. Ring Door Bell. Must have Valid MMMP Card or Paper Work Seized Property - 2002 Chevrolet Impala 177,000 miles, loaded, 3800 V-6. October 16th • 10:00 a.m. 77546173 07555459 at Barry Co. Sheriff’s Dept. 1212 W. State St., Hastings 77550591 (517) 852-1767 Call for appointment or pricing today 109 N. Main St., Nashville MI 49073 NO MEDS AT THE CLINIC, ONLY AT THE GREEN STORM DOOR �Page 16 — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner BOWLING SCORES Tuesday Mixed Barry County Red Cross 20-4; Boyce Milk Haulers 17-7; Hastings City Bank 16-8; J-Bar Antique Tractors 11-13; Hurless Machine Shop 5-19; Dirt Broke 3-21. Men’s High Games - G. Hause 214; B. Bryan 212; K. Beebe 204; D. Blakely 194; P. Scobey 193; M. Yost 150; S. Hause 147; C. Steeby 147. Men’s High Series - G. Hause 538; B. Bryan 576; K. Beebe 523; D. Blakely 516; P. Scobey 552; M. Yost 425; S. Hause 428; C. Steeby 426. Women’s High Games - S. Beebe 197; B. Wilkins 192; B. Smith 168; S. Henion 147; D. Service 145; D. Ware 132; B. Norris 130; V. Scobey 126. Women’s High Series - S. Beeby 543; B. Wilkins 482; B. Smith 421; S. Henion 400; D. Service 409; D. Ware 363; B. Norris 352; R. Gross 363. Tuesday Trios CB’s 17-7; Coleman Agency 16-8; Look Insurance 16-8; Classic Trio 15-9; Hastings Bowl 14-10; Lakewood Trio 13.5-10.5; LU’s Team 10-14; Twisted Sisters 7-14; Trouble 6.5-17.5; Delton Pole 5-19. High Game and Series - P. Ramey 154; V. Green 164; C. Allwardt 169; K. Martin 150; D. Hunt 194; N. Shafer 204-571; B. Shaw 157; K. Carpenter 162; L. Potter 183; C. Hayward 151; H. Greenffield 201-518; G. Reschner 151; O. Gillons 154; T. Thompson 220; S. Vandenburg 201-513; T. Daniels 113618; S. McKee 234-611; D. James 191-498; M. Heath 201-559. Sunday Night Mixed Sunday Snoozers 11; Man Down 10 1/2; Sandbaggers 9 1/2; You’re Up and Sh*T 9 1/2; Rollin Olins 8 1/2; Lane Masters 8; Straight Liners 7; What’s Up 6 1/2; 9-n-aWiggle 6; The Heath Gang 4; The East Siders 4. Women’s Good Games and Series - N. Mroz 212-582; M. Daniels 208-566; M. Simpson 196-556; B. James 197-525; A. Hubbell 203-518; K. Reffett 124-354; J. Garrett 116-296; K. Becker 209; N. Shafer 193; F. Bell 183. Men’s Good Games and Series - J. Mroz 213-618; B. Shafer 212-573; S. Olin 190-550; E. Bartlett 226-534; R. Snyder 179-528; DJ James 227; B. Rentz 226; TN Heath 215; Ty Heath 209; M. Pennington 200; M. Bassett 181. Friday Night Mixed Ten Pins 15; Strike Kings 14; B.C. Hillbillies 11; Heads Out 11; Matt’s Bunch 10; Dum Schitz 10; 9-n-a-Wiggle 9; Shut Up and Bowl 9; All But One 7; Spencers Towing 6; Spare Time 5. Women’s Good Games and Series - L. Smith 152-422; N. Shafer 209; D. James 180; A. Churchill 169; N. Taylor 157; A. Keillor 152. Men’s Good Games and Series - J. Wanland 244-695; R. Daman 234-655; B. Taylor 234-621; B. Madden Jr. 231-605; M. Kasinsky 193-554; R. Sutherland 191-549; T. Heath 243; M. Eaton 221; R. Mathis 212; D. Jackson 212; J. Barnum 201; F. Thompson 190; K. Phenix 189. Thursday Angels Miller Farm Repair 17-7; Hastings City Bank 16-8; Cathy’s Cut and Curl 15.5-8.5; Viking 13-11; Varney’s 12-12; Moore Apts. 12-12; Riverfront Fin. Ser. 12-12; Rock-NBowlers 10-14; Hastings Bowl 8.5-15.5. High Games and Series - D. McCollum 200-533; S. Rough 108; M. Roobol 134; C. Cooper 219-536; R. White 177; L. Apsey 179; L. Kendall 162; B. Cuddahee 189; D. Curtis 154; W. Barker 162; C. Hooper 138; M. Holst 121; J. Wyant 185; P. McDiarmid 166; D. Bartimus 186. Wednesday P.M. The River 16-4; Four Pals 12-8; Eye & ENT 12-8; Hair Care 11-9; Mills Landing 416. Good Games and Series - B. Hathaway 176; P. Freeman 160; K. Moore 129; B. Norris 158; A. Nicholson 137; B. Smith 190-507; J. Pitch 129; N. Potter 168; L. Elliston 175-510; T. Christopher 241-606; A. Tasker 156; D. Huver 179-512. Senior Citizens Just Having Fun 13-7; Usedtobe #1 13-7; Early Risers 13-7; Ward’s Friends 12-8; Three Gals and a Guy 11-9; King Pins 9-11; Butterfingers 9-11; M&M’s 8-12; Sun Risers 7-13; Kuempel 5-15. Women’s Good Games and Series - B. Benedict 184-431; M. Wieland 157-438; P. Freeman 157-421; B. Maker 159; S. Patch 180; Y. Cheeseman 188-511; G. Scobey 170495; J. Gasper 179-510; N. Boniface 188; A. Tasker 139; E. Dunham 157-382. Men’s Good Games and Series - G. Forbey 147-397; H. Gibson 180-448; B. Akers 215-598; L. Brandt 222-572; W. Mallekoote 165; R. Boniface 187-519; C. Purdum Sr. 231-546; D. Kiersey 180; M. Saldivar 184. Mixerettes James Process Service 14-6; Dean’s Dolls 12-8; Good Friends 12-8; NBT 11-9; Dewey’s Auto Body 11-9; Kent Oil 10-10; Nashville Chiropractic 9-11. Good Games and Series - D. James 176; D. Worm 163; T. Redman 190-403; K. Fowler 182-522; V. Carr 180; D. Anders 177; M. Rodgers 161; D. Snyder 207-503; J. Alflen 200; L. Elliston 176-500. HYAA Football 7th Grade Blue Hastings seventh grade Blue football team defeated the Wayland Wildcats Tuesday (Oct. 5) by a decisive 41-8 score. Seven different offensive players scored for the Saxon offense, and the defense created five turnovers, one by Owen Post was an interception returned for touchdown. Opening large running lanes on the Saxon offensive line were Trevor Ryan and George Murphy at center, Jordan Hoffman at tackle, and tight ends Thomas Furrow, Carter Carpenter, and Tim Campbell. Leading the Saxon running backs were Tony Thompson with 54 yards rushing and two TDs, Ricky Buskirk with 99 yards rushing and one TD, and Owen Post with 99 yards rushing with one TD. The young Saxon defense was led by Alex McMahon with six tackles, including one sack and two fumble recoveries, one he returned for 86 yards. Clay Coltson made a nice play for an interception with a 12 yard return. D-linemen Austin Twigg, Keegan Belanger and Skylar Brandt also came up big with several key defensive stops. 3rd & 4th Grade Gold The Hastings third and fourth grade Gold team traveled to Coldwater Oct. 2 and earned a 34-0 victory. Quarterback Hayden Redmond lead the offensive attack with three touchdowns. Blake Walther also scored on a 45-yard run, and Kyle Potter added two-extra point runs for the Saxons. Ben Curtis, Matt Sherman, Gabe Trick, Zach Hall, Jackson Barnaart, Kenny Smith, and Hunter Allerding provided excellent blocking on the offensive line. The Saxon defense shut down the Coldwater offense allowing the Cardinals only one first down conversion. Carter Cappon, Aaron Johns, Andrew Miller, Zach Hall, Nick Abbott, Hayden Redmond and Dakota Campbell recorded multiple tackles. Aaron Johns intercepted a Coldwater pass and returned it 85 yards for a touchdown. The Saxon defense also recorded a safety in the first half. Andrew Vann, Johns, and Potter broke up passes and allowed no pass completions. 5th & 6th Grade Gold The Hastings fifth and sixth grade Gold team improved its record to 3-1 Oct. 2 by defeating Coldwater 24-6. It was a battle of defenses in the first half, with the Hastings team led by Dylan Williams, Jackson Long, Dayton Graham, Lane Aubil and Jasce Brown. Also contributing were Cameron Sprague, Gregory Jones, Ryan Smelker and Elijah Evans. Hastings running back Skyler Brower opened the scoring with a 40-yard touchdown reception and quarterback, Cal Cappon, also rushed for 75 yards scoring two touchdowns. Drew Westworth kicked all three extra-points rounding out the 24-6 victory. Hastings had great offensive blocking by Jacob Baldry, Wyatt Smith, Devin Planck, Jimmy McDermott, Sam Johnson, Matt Craven, Riley Stark and Chase Reaser. 8th Grade Gold The Saxon eighth grade Gold team got back on track with a 26-16 win over Caledonia's Kraft Meadows team Oct. 2. The Hastings team started off with some strong offensive plays. Saxons scoring for the team were Jason Slaughter with two touchdowns, Keifer Belanger and Mike Johnston with one TD each, and Draven Pederson who ran in two extra-point plays. The Saxon defense made many big plays, including interceptions by Tyler Endsley and Ben Herbstreith, and big tackles for loss by Johnston and Jake Sherman. Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them The BANNER To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 Vikes beat team they shared league with in ‘09 by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Lakewood had a big 24 hours last week. The Viking varsity volleyball team knocked off Williamston 3-0 Thursday to finish the first half of the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division season with a perfect 5-0 record and has since improved to 6-0 with a win over Portland Tuesday. Friday morning, head coach Kellie Rowland was at the district draw meeting. The Class B District Tournament the Vikings will take part in in Hastings the first week of November couldn’t have been set up much better for the Vikings even if seedings had been used. Lakewood and Delton Kellogg, the 2009 Class B state runners-up from a year ago, earned byes on the opposite sides of the bracket. Charlotte and Hastings and Thornapple Kellogg and Ionia will meet in opening round matches, with Lakewood getting the winner of the Charlotte and Hastings match in the district semifinals. Rowland said it was a wonderful, energetic home crowd for the Vikings as they knocked off the Hornets Thursday. She said her girls “played with a great deal of emotion and their play demonstrated their efforts and focus.” The Vikings had 46 kills in the three games, hitting successfully for a kill 40-percent of the time. “Anna Lynch was on fire with cross court shots and line hits, avoiding all blockers with 18 kills and literally putting the ball in the right sides’ face causing a delay in the game,” Rowland said. When the Vikings weren’t going to Lynch, Chelsea Lake pounded 14 kills, and Lexie Spetoskey and Kalli Barrone had five each. Spetoskey also set up the offense with 32 assists. Lake also had a team-high 26 digs and nine blocks, and added 11 service points and one ace. Barrone finished with six blocks. Lynch had 11 digs and Kristin Hilley six. Brooke Wieland led the Vikings with 13 service points, and had one ace as well. Williamston and Lakewood shared the CAAC-White championship a year ago. The Vikings beat Portland 25-7, 25-19, 257 Tuesday on the road. The game-two lull had a little bit to do with the Vikings trying some new things, and a lit- The Vikings’ Brooke Wieland sets the ball up during her team’s 3-0 win at Portland Tuesday evening. (Photo by Brett Bremer) tle bit to do with a lack of intensity. “We brought up our energy (in game three),” said Barrone. “That was the main thing. When we have good energy, we’re hard to beat.” Barrone had a big night defensively at the net, recording seven blocks in the three games. “We were just working on staying with our hitters and getting up to the ball,” Barrone said, “getting to it before it gets to the net. Smothering it.” Lake blasted 12 kills, Lynch 11, and Emily Kutch had ten. Spetoskey finished the night with 29 assists. Lake and Wieland tied for the Viking lead with 11 digs each, while Lynch chipped in eight. “Portland had been the team in the league that scored the most points against us the first time through,” Rowland said. “My thing was tonight that we have to beat that, and the girls did that.” Between the two league duals, the Vikings Lakewood’s Lexie Spetoskey (3) and Kalli Barrone (4) go up in an attempt to block an attack by Portland’s Lindsay Barker during Tuesday’s CAAC-White contest at Portland High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) played in the Cristi Curtis Memorial Invitational at Byron Center Saturday. Lakewood reached the Gold Bracket semifinals, where it fell to Rockford. “Rockford played out of their mind against us, because we’re all friends,” Rowland said. They played well. Unfortunately, wee didn’t come out to beat them.” The Rams won that contest by the score of 25-12, 25-17, then knocked off South Christian in the final 26-24, 25-20. “(Rockford) is a good team in Class A, ranked second in Class A,” Barrone said. “We like to beat teams like that. It was a heartbreaker for us, especially in the semi’s.” DK boys win Color Run championship Two teams of Panthers battled atop both the boys’ and girls’ standings at Tuesday afternoon’s Saranac Color Run. Delton Kellogg’s varsity boys’ cross country team topped Comstock Park by ten points in their race, to win the day’s championship. Delton’s girls were second to the Comstock Park girls in their competition. Delton’s boys’ team had its top six runners all finish in the top 20 at the nine-team event, led by Ryan Watson’s third-place time of 1 7 minutes 18.0 seconds. The Delton Panthers also had Raymond Vickery ninth in 17:54, Tyler Bourdo 14th in 18:16.5, Kannon Hoffman 16th in 18:17.8, and Zach Haas 18th in 18:24.5. Watson and Vickery were both ahead of Comstock Park’s top runner, Nick Ross who was tenth in 17:56.4. Ross was the first of three Comstock Park runners to come in consecutively though within a span of four seconds. Delton’s boys finished with 60 points. Comstock Park was second with 70, followed by Saranac 86, Belding 107, Tri-County 130, Bellevue 142, Lakewood 144, Central Montcalm 168, and West Michigan Lutheran 251. Tucker Seese led the Lakewood boys, with runner-up time of 17:06.9. Bellevue’s Nate Hart was the individual champ, finishing in 17:02.5. Behind Seese for Lakewood Adam Senters was 27th in 19:24.9, Nolan Stoepker 36th in 19:49.2, Michael Kutch 39th in 19:54.5 and J Patrick 40th in 19:56.0. Comstock Park finished with 36 points to lead the girls’ standings, followed by Delton Kellogg 69, Tri-County 101, Saranac 107, Bellevue 112, Lakewood 139, Belding 139, Central Montcalm 201 and West Michigan Lutheran NTS. Like the boys’ team, Comstock Park had three runners finish in consecutive spots. Melaina Bent led the group with her fourthplace time of 21:00.2. Delton was led by Jolene Drum’s secondplace time of 20:38.1. The individual champ was Saranac’s Jenna Klynstra who finished in 19:57.9. Behind Drum for Delton Kellogg, Christi Boze was seventh in 21:25.4, Brianna Russell ninth in 21:42.2, Emilee Everett 20th in 22:55.0 and Taylor Hennessey 31st in 24:33.2. Lakewood was led by Cassie Thelen’s 14th-place time of 22:23.0. Her teammate Mycah Ridder was 24th in 23:49.7, while the Vikings also had Mariah Dye 27th in 24:04.6, Kelly Hynes 34th in 24:55.4 and Maria Patrick 40th in 25:22.6. Delton Kellogg’s teams came into the Color Run having faced some very tough competition at Saturday’s Portage Invitational. The Panther girls were 13th in the Division 3 race, and the boys’ 21st. Russell led the Delton girls with her 14thplace time of 20:40. Boze was 545th in 20:47, Drum 55th in 20:49, Sarah Rendon 110th in 22:44 and Everett 129th in 23:15. Hanover-Horton, with six runners in the top 20, took the Division 3 girls’ championship on the day with just 50 points. Benzie Central was second with 100, followed by Flint Powers Catholic 167, Kent City 169, Leslie 195, Stockbridge 202, Shepherd 227, Jackson Lumen Christi 242, Schoolcraft 301 and Calvin Christian 310 in the top ten. Delton’s girls finished with 396 points in the field of 33 teams. Allendale’s Ali Wiersma was the individual champion, finishing in 18:02.5, well ahead of Hanover-Horton’s Lindsey Burdette who was second in 18:14.6. The best individual finish of the day for a Delton runner came from Watson, who was 19th in 16:47. Delton’s boys were 21st with 505 points in a 32-team boys’ Division 3 field. Delton also had Hoffman 84th in 18:05, Vickery 116th in 18:35, Haas 129th in 18:46 and Billy Schut 157th in 19:13. The top ten teams were led by Calvin Christian, which finished with 66 points. Shepherd was second with 149 points, followed by Napoleon 209, Hillsdale 222, Schoolcraft 224, Benzie Central 247, Flint Powers Catholic 261, Jackson Lumen Christi 262, Clare 265, and NorthPointe Christian 278. Calvin Christian had three runners in the top six, with Zac Nowicki fourth in 16:07.1, Justus Pinckney fifth in 16:11.8 and Josh Kersjes sixth in 16:14.5. The individual boys’ champion in Division 3 was Shepherd’s Caleb Rhynard who won in 15:14.7. Napoleon’s Blake Garver was second in 16:01.1. Saxon spikers strong at Hopkins The Saxons bounced back from a rough outing with South Christian to go 4-1 at Saturday’s Hopkins Invitational. Hastings varsity volleyball team was 4-1 on the day at Hopkins, scoring wins over Fremont, Martin, Calvin Christian, and Wyoming Park. In the play-off action though, the Saxons saw Fremont again and suffered a 25-13, 1425, 25-10 defeat. “It was a great playoff match,” said Hastings head coach Gina McMahon. “Both teams did a great job. We went three games. The intensity level on and off the court was very high, including the fans in the stands. It was one of our better, high intensity matches we have played all season long. It was fun.” McMahon said that it was a great team effort Saturday, with Gabby Eaton and Stephanie Warren helping to lead the way with strong front and back row play. Eaton also had a good day serving the ball. The Saxons opened action with a 25-21, 25-23 win over Fremont, then topped Martin 25-21, 23-25, 15-5; Calvin Christian 25-15, 25-15; and Wyoming Park 25-17, 25-8. “Overall, we did a great job with communicating, aggressiveness, intensity level, focus and all our skills were on,” McMahon said. “We were able to run some new offensive plays due to doing a good job with our serve receive. We also did a great job serving all day long. It prevented other teams from setting up their offense.” The Saxons couldn’t slow down the South Christian offense Thursday though, falling to the Sailors 25-11, 25-7, 25-11 in O-K Gold Conference play. “They served and hit hard against us,” McMahon said. “We were unable to serve receive, set up our offense, as well as block and dig.” “Our blockers could not stop their hitters and they hit so hard and placed the ball so well we were unable to dig anything up. South Christian was by far the best team we have played all season long.” Kayla Vogel led Hastings with ten kills in the loss and three aces. Stephanie Warren had 12 digs and Veronica Hayden seven assists. After struggling early on, the Saxons tried to just do the best they could and went back to basics. “We have been trying to take care of the small things so the small things can take care of the big things all season long,” McMahon said. “Sometimes that works and sometimes not. That night, it did not work. After that kind of loss, you try to move on quickly.” That’s what they did Saturday. The Saxons are back in action tonight, as they host Ottawa Hills in their last conference dual of the season. It will be Parents’ Night and Middle School Night. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — Page 17 Trojans are in, while Saxons need one more win KVA overall (league) Constantine 7-0 (7-0) Pennfield 6-1 (6-1) Schoolcraft 6-1 (6-1) Olivet 5-2 (5-2) Kalamazoo Christian 4-3 (4-3) Delton Kellogg 2-5 (2-5) Parchment 2-5 (2-5) Hackett Catholic Central 2-5 (2-5) Maple Valley 1-6 (1-6) Galesburg-Augusta 0-7 (0-7) CAAC-White Lansing Catholic Williamston Portland Lakewood Corunna Perry overall (league) 7-0 (5-0) 6-1 (4-1) 4-3 (3-2) 3-4 (2-3) 1-6 (1-4) 1-6 (0-5) Here’s a round-up of last Friday’s local gridiron action. South Christian 31, Hastings 21 The Sailors got stops. Hastings’ varsity football team suffered its second loss of the season Friday in Byron Center, as South Christian built a 28-0 advantage and held on for a 31-21 O-K Gold Conference victory. The Saxons rushed the ball for nearly 110 yards more than the Sailors, didn’t have a running back lose a fumble, didn’t throw an interception, and still couldn’t light the scoreboard until a four-yard touchdown run by Saxon quarterback Sean McKeough races up the right side with the football during Friday night’s contest with South Christian in Byron Center. zone, he had 36 carries on the night for 126 yards. He connected on 12-of-16 pass attempts for 115 yards. Bultema had two catches for 37 yards and Patrick Bobolts five for 65 yards. Hackett Catholic Central 47, Maple Valley 24 In three minutes and one second late in the second quarter, Hackett Catholic Central pushed a 7-0 lead to 27-0 at Maple Valley High School Friday night. The Fighting Irish would go on to a 47-24 victory over the host Lions, improving to 2-5 on the season while the Lions fall to 1-6. Eddie Martin had a sack, a fumble recov- ery, and an interception for the Irish defense. The interception he returned 39 yards for a touchdown with 3:05 left in the first half. The Irish had just gotten an eight-yard TD run by GeoVante Weston with 6:06 to go in the second quarter, and a 30-yard touchdown run from Martin with 3:21 left in the second. Martin would tack on two more touchdowns in the fourth quarter, on runs of 59 and 16 yards. The Lions were able to answer the Hackett flurry of touchdowns to make things interesting for a while. Tyler Hickey’s 14-yard touch- FOOTBALL, continued next page SALE! Battle Creek & Climax Stores OCTOBER 14-23 ALL PET TOYS BIRD SEED Economy ..............50# $11.99 Cereal City ...........50# $12.99 Premium ...............50# $13.99 Museum ...............50# $15.79 Supreme ..............50# $16.99 Black Oil Sunflower .............50# $13.99 Thistle Seed ...........10# $7.99 ........ 25# $19.79 ........ 50# $29.99 10% OFF Select items up to 50% OFF SUET CAKES Friends of Flight Berry, Orange, Peanut & Woodpecker ¢ Ea. 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I-94 Jackson MN Ave Hamblin Battle Creek FARM BUREAU Battle Creek FARM BUREAU Dickman Rd OP Ave Washington overall (league) 6-1 (4-1) 6-1 (4-1) 5-2 (3-2) 4-3 (3-2) 3-4 (3-2) 3-4 (2-3) 2-5 (1-4) 1-6 (0-5) Lakewood’s Nathan Bryans finds room to run around the left side against Williamston Friday night. (Photo by Cisler Photography) Kendall O-K Gold Thornapple Kellogg G.R. Catholic Central Hastings Forest Hills Eastern Caledonia South Christian Ottawa Hills Wayland 6-1 5-2 3-4 2-5 1-6 Behrenwald. “The word of the week was honesty, and honestly we needed to play our A game on offense, defense and special teams.” The Vikings did that for a while. Dylan Monette scored on a six-yard touchdown run with less than five minutes into the game for the Hornets, but Lakewood answered right back with a 53-yard touchdown pass from Mackenzie Doane to Jordan Cooper just over three minutes later. Both teams tacked on two-point conversions and the game was tied 8-8. The game turned in the final minute of the opening quarter, as Monette picked off a pass by Doane and returned it 31 yards for a touchdown. That was the start of a 35-0 run the rest of the way for the Hornets. A pass play set the Hornets up for another touchdown on their first drive of the second quarter. Quarterback Dylan Schultz rushed into the end zone from 17 yards out. Schutlz added a 16-yard touchdown pass to Tyler Watters before the half, and Williamston led 29-8 at the break. “That quarterback has a great arm,” Behrenwald said. “They’ve got some great receivers, and they’ve got a big offensive line.” Nik Jump would score the Hornets’ two second half touchdowns, on a five-yard run and on a 37-yard reception from Schutlz. Schultz finished the night 11-for-21 passing for 157 yards and the one touchdown, and rushed three times for 24 yards and another score. Corbin Austin was the Hornets’ leading rusher, with four carries for 30 yards. Williamston had just 306 yards of offense. Two Viking turnovers and a couple of penalties helped the Hornets begin with some good field position. Wes Cramer and Cody Lindemulder both had seven tackles to lead the Viking defense. Jesse Hummel had two tackles and recovered a Hornet fumble. The 53-yard TD pass Doane threw to Cooper was the only pass he completed on eight attempts. Doane led the Viking rushing attack with 18 caries for 70 yards, while Jack Tromp added four carries for 18 yards. “Honestly, we need to come back to work Monday and work on getting better, which I think we’ve been doing every week,” Behrenwald. The improvement he saw this week was in the way his team started the contest strong. Thornapple Kellogg 29, Forest Hills Eastern 23 The back and forth had to end at some point, with a back or a forth. The ending started for Forest Hills Eastern when Thornapple Kellogg defensive end Devon Jewett pushed the Hawks back on their first play of the second overtime Friday night in Middleville with a sack. A run and a couple of incompletions later, and the Thornapple Kellogg varsity football team got the ball back in its hands. Quarterback Coley McKeough’s five-yard touchdown run in the second overtime vaulted the Trojans to a 29-23 homecoming victory and maybe more importantly their sixth victory of the season which secures them a spot in the state play-offs. “It was more about, we made it (to the play-offs),” Thornapple Kellogg head coach Chad Ruger said of the celebration. “We kind of said that was our goal way back in the offseason. It was more about getting to the playoffs than winning the homecoming game.” Thornapple Kellogg quarterback Coley McKeough tossed a touchdown pass, and rushed for three scores including a one-yard TD run in the first overtime. Forest Hills Eastern answered McKeough’s TD run in the first overtime with an 18-yard TD run by quarterback Spencer Elliott. Tyler Karcher for TK and Elliott for FHE added the extra-point kicks in the first overtime. “It was quite a game. We gave it back and forth for quite a while,” said Ruger. “Their first touchdown came off a punt block, which gave them six points.” The Trojans took an 8-0 lead thanks to a 25-yard TD pass from McKeough to Jacob Bultema in the second quarter and McKeough’s ensuing two-point pass to Jesse Aubil. The blocked Trojan punt was recovered by Jeshurun Washington, and returned two yards into the end zone. The Hawks’ extra-point was no good, so TK still held a two-point lead until Elliott kicked a 46-yard field goal early in the third quarter to put his team up 9-8. The Trojans answered that score with a 21yard TD run by McKeough, and a two-point run by their quarterback for a 16-9 lead. They held that lead into the fourth quarter when Jessi Greenert scored on a four-yard run and Elliott added the game-tying extra-point kick. “I am really proud of them,” Ruger said about the way they handled losing the lead in the fourth quarter. “They just clapped their hands and said ‘okay offense, let’s go do it.’” The offense got its touchdowns in overtime, and the defense got it done as well. “The defense again was just great tonight,” Ruger said. “They played amazing football and gave our offense its opportunities. They had to make that stop in overtime, and they came through.” The Trojan defense limited the Hawks to just 247 yards of offense, led by Elliott’s 4-of12 passing night for 89 yards. Jessi Greenert was the Hawks’ leading rusher, with 12 carries for 61 yards. Bultema intercepted one Elliott pass. Karcher led the Trojan defense with ten tackles, while Cody Ybema added six, Korey Carpenter six, and Trey Mahon five. McKeough didn’t just rush into the end 44th St Current Records Thornapple Kellogg Hastings Lakewood Delton Kellogg Maple Valley Alex Randall in the third quarter. By that time, South Christian quarterback Brian Heidmann had tossed three touchdown passes, a 16-yarder to Brandon Haan to open the scoring, a 20-yarder to Bryce Sack in the second, and a 55-yarder to Garrison Gaddy to open the second half scoring. Heidmann would finish the night 10-of-17 passing for 177 yards, the three touchdowns and one interception. The Saxons ran out of time in the second half. Randall added a 35-yard touchdown run early in the fourth quarter. South Christian was able to answer though with an insurance field goal by Haan from 34 yards out. Haan had also been a perfect four for four on extra-point tries. Josh Coenen made all three of his extra-point kicks for the Saxons. The Saxons would tack on a three-yard touchdown pass from Sean McKeough to Alex Nicholas later in the fourth. Randall finished the night with 26 carries for 192 yards. McKeough, the only other Saxon with more than three rushing attempts, had 11 carries for 51 yards. McKeough also completed 5-of-12 pass attempts for 68 yards and the one score. Hastings finished the night with 258 yards rushing, about 50 shy of its average coming into the game. Tyler Stolicker had two receptions for 45 yards for the Saxons. Tom Davis led the Hastings defense with 13 tackles, while Casey Shaeffer added ten, CJ Marlette nine, and Coenen and McKeough eight each. Gregg rushed for 94 yards to lead the South Christian ground attack, on 15 carries. Schoolcraft 40, Delton Kellogg 6 Delton Kellogg didn’t get off to the kind of start it wanted to against Schoolcraft. The Eagles came to Delton Friday and scored a 40-6 win over the host Panthers. The Eagles got three touchdowns in the opening quarter, and went on to a 34-0 half-time lead. Schoolcraft had six different players reach the end zone, including Benny Clark and Bryan Jones who sparked the first quarter run with return touchdowns. With his team already up 7-0, Jones returned an interception 38 yards for a score. Clark later returned a punt 70 yards for a touchdown. Zack Decker kicked extra-points following each of the first four Eagle touchdowns, including the 15-yard TD pass from Jacob Lenning to Decker which opened the scoring. Evan Stoddard added a three-yard touchdown run in the second quarter, Lenning had a 13-yard touchdown run in the second, and Bob Schultz capped the Eagle scoring with a 26-yard TD run in the third. Delton got the game’s final points on a oneyard touchdown run by Trent Cardosa in the third quarter. Cardosa finished the night as the Panthers’ leading rusher, covering 67 yards on just six carries. Connor Wolschleger tacked on 16 carries for 59 yards. Delton Kellogg quarterback Adam May was 4-of-15 passing for 73 yards. Nick Brindley had three catches for 66 yards. The Eagles spread out their attack, with eight players having at least 28 yards rushing. Brandyn Politowicz led the way with nine carries for 53 yards. The team finished with 304 yards on 46 rushes. Lenning was 2-of-5 passing for 27 yards and the one touchdown. Williamston 43, Lakewood 8 Williamston is headed to the play-offs, and it was easy to see why. The Hornet varsity football team picked up its sixth win of the season, improving to 6-1, with a 43-8 win over the visiting Lakewood Vikings Friday. Lakewood falls to 3-4 overall with the loss. “The kids played hard. I liked the way they came out of the locker room and went after it,” said Lakewood head coach Jim 42nd St by Brett Bremer Sports Editor One county team is in and another should be on its way. Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity football team clinched a play-off spot by earning its sixth win of the season, 29-23 in double overtime against Forest Hills Eastern Friday in Middleville. The Trojans and Catholic Central Cougars now sit a game ahead of the pack in the O-K Gold Conference race. The Trojans close the league season with a home contest against Caledonia Friday and then a trip to Ottawa Hills the following week. Hastings will need help now to get on top of the O-K Gold, after its loss to South Christian Friday night. The Saxons though still control their own play-off destiny, with games at home against Ottawa Hills Friday and at Wayland to close the regular season. The Saxons need just one win to get to the six-mark, against the Bengals and Wildcats who have a combined three wins this season. The rest of Barry County’s varsity football teams will have to take a “wait ‘til next year” approach to the postseason as Lakewood has three wins, Delton Kellogg two, and Maple Valley one with two games left to play. The Lions will go after win number two at home against Parchment Friday, on homecoming night at Maple Valley High School. Delton Kellogg and Lakewood both take on undefeated foes in week eight. The Panthers face league leading Constantine, while Lakewood makes the trip to DeWitt for a non-conference contest. 14325 OP Ave. Climax 269-746-4286 295 Hamblin Ave. Battle Creek 269-962-4025 No sales to retailers or wholesalers. Good while supplies last. We reserve the right to limit quantities. �Page 18 — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Saxons return to finals, along with South, FHE and DeWitt by Brett Bremer Sports Editor All three teams which finished ahead of the Hastings Saxons at the 2009 Division 3 State Finals will be back there Saturday, and so will the Saxons. Hastings’ varsity girls’ golf team earned its second consecutive trip to the finals by placing second at Thursday’s Division 3 Regional Tournament hosted by DeWitt at Eagle Eye in East Lansing. Saxon head coach Bruce Krueger (left) looks over the scoreboard with freshman Kylee Nemetz Thursday at the end of the Division 3 Regional Tournament in East Lansing. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Trojans come up short, but half of Gold headed to finals Half of the O-K Gold will travel to East Lansing this weekend for the Division 3 State Finals. South Christian finished first and Wayland third at the Division 3 Regional Tournament hosted by the Sailors at Railside Golf Club Thursday. At Eagle Eye in East Lansing, Hastings was second to Jackson Northwest. At Egypt Valley, Forest Hills Eastern earned a regional championship. The top three teams and top three individuals not at those teams in regionals across the state last week earned trips to the state finals. At Railside, the defending state champions from South Christian earned the regional title with a score of 360. East Grand Rapids was second with a 364, followed by Wayland 391, Grand Rapids Christian 412, Holland Christian 414, Unity Christian 428, Thornapple Kellogg 432, Allegan 432, Grand Rapids Catholic Central 503 and Rogers NTS. The three individual state qualifiers were Christian’s Amy VandDommelen who shot an 89, her teammate Aryn VanDyke with a 93, and Holland Christian’s Libby Berens who fired an 83. The day’s low round was fired by Montana Leep, who led the Sailors to the title with her 81. South Christian also got an 83 from Morgan Leep, a 93 from Alexa Hoekwater and a 103 from Haley Elenbaas. Whitney LaVire led the Thornapple Kellogg girls with a 104. Shannon Hamilton chipped in a 105, Emmy Peacock a 108 and Stephanie Reeves a 115. Runner-up East Grand Rapids was led by Lauren Hooker’s 86. The Pioneers also got a 91 from Claire Ludlow, a 92 from Sarah Sukenik and a 95 from Margaret Bickley. Wayland’s Sarah Arendsen was one of six girls under 90 on the day, firing an 89. The Wildcats also received a 97 from Stephanie Tobolic, a 99 from Morgan Henry and a 106 from Alexis Thomas. FOOTBALL, continued from previous page down pass to Mark Wehr with 34 seconds left in the first half cut the Hackett lead to 27-6. Garrett Reid then returned the opening kickoff of the second half 92 yards for a touchdown, to make it 27-12. Hackett though just ran down the clock the rest of the evening. The Lions were able to tack on a 45-yard touchdown run by Michael Caldwell early in the fourth quarter and a one-yard TD run by Hickey in the final minute. Weston was the workhorse for a Hackett offense that rushed the ball for 416 yards. He carried it 221 times alone, for 152 yards. He added a four-yard touchdown run of his own on the Irish’s first drive of the fourth quarter. ished with a 383, Linden 391, Lakewood 394, Haslett 407, Parma Western 439, Corunna 452, Ionia 459, Bay City John Glenn 507 and Charlotte NTS. Lakewood sophomore Emily Kutch missed earning a return trip to the state finals by two strokes. Kutch led Lakewood with a 92. Chelsea’s Gabby Triveline was the final individual qualifier, coming in with a 90. Linden’s Julie Guckian qualified with an 89 and Haslett’s Erin Lawrence with an 87. “I knew the scores were going to be lower than last year,” said Lakewood head coach Carl Kutch. “This is a tougher field and it was better weather than last year. When Emily came in with a 92, I knew it was going to be close.” All the Vikings had better scores at regionals than they had last fall. Kutch’s 97 last year was enough to qualify her for state at that tournament. Freshman Olivia Barker had a 95 for the Vikings, while Ori Ramos and Tiffani Ackerson both improved on their regional scores from last year, firing a 102 and 105 respectively. Dena Droste led DeWitt with an 83, while her teammates Alyssa Duguay added a 96, Leah Shooltz a 100 and Anna Barrett a 101. Jackson Northwest got an 84 from Ashley Carney, a 90 from Kelsay Carney, a 95 from Kelsay Grough and a 96 from Lydia Watts. “It’s always possible,” Hastings head coach Bruce Krueger said of improving on last year’s fourth-place finish. “We don’t know right now who’s going to be at state, but we expect Forest Hills Eastern and South Christian are going to be there and we’ve beaten both of them during the year, so we are capable of that.” The defending state champions from South Christian won Thursday’s regional tournament at Railside Golf Club, while the Hawks Martin ended the night with ten carries for 142 yards, and David Ri’Chard rushed 13 times for 116 yards. Ri’Chard also got into the scoring column. He scored on a 51-yard run with nine seconds left in the opening quarter, for the first points of the game. Nick Mancini tacked on four extra-point kicks for the Irish and Dan Juzwiak one. Caldwell led the Maple Valley offense with eight rushes for 103 yards. His teammates though combined for just seven yards on the ground. Hickey ended the night 7-of-18 passing for 96 yards and the one interception. The Maple Valley defense was led by Cody Carnes’ 11 tackles. Caldwell added ten and Matt Woodman had nine. The Saxons’ Gabrielle Shipley chips her call up onto the 18th green Thursday at Eagle Eye in East Lansing. Shipley was the medalist at the Division 3 Regional Tournament hosted by DeWitt, shooting a 78. (Photo by Brett Bremer) from Forest Hills Eastern were winning the regional they hosted at Egypt Valley. DeWitt, which was third behind those two teams at the state finals last year, was third Thursday at Eagle Eye. The top three teams and three individuals not on those teams at regionals across the state last week earned the right to play in the Oct. 15-16 state finals. The Division 3 competition will be held at Forest Akers East in East Lansing. The three qualifying teams from Eagle Eye were Jackson Northwest, Hastings, and DeWitt. Northwest took the regional championship with a team score of 365. Hastings fired a 370 and DeWitt a 380. Hastings’ Gabrielle Shipley, a two-time state medallist, was the regional’s top individual, with a 78. “With how I started out, I’m very happy with that (78),” Shipley said. “It was a rough first hole, I’ll just say that. My putting is what saved me.” “If you don’t know the greens, it’s pretty difficult to get a low score on a hole. I practiced my putting a lot this week to get ready for these.” The 78 was one stroke lower than the 79 she shot at regionals at Eagle Eye last season. Behind Shipley for Hastings, Kylee Nemetz shot a 90, Jessica Kloosterman a 91, and Danielle Meredith a 111. Nemetz, a freshman, took a lot from the practice round she played at Eagle Eye the previous Sunday. “The rough is very thick and the greens are faster than I expected, so I was ready for them today,” Nemetz said. Behind the top three teams Chelsea fin- Hastings’ Jessica Kloosterman looks at the line before a long putt from the front of the 18th green Thursday at Eagle Eye. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lions start slow, but still win by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Maple Valley varsity volleyball team is 5-3-1 in its last nine contests. In the first game in those nine contests however, the Lions are just 1-8. That string includes Kalamazoo Valley Association wins over Schoolcraft and Kalamazoo Christian as well as matches with Hastings and Thornapple Kellogg at last week’s Barry County Invittational. The Lions topped at the Kalamazoo Christian Comets 22-25, 25-20, 25-10, 25-16 at Maple Valley High School Wednesday. “We always start slow,” said Maple Valley head coach Sarah Carpenter, “then the girls come out and they’re ready and they give it their all.” Hanneke Olthof sparked the Lion attack Wednesday, finishing with a team-high 11 kills against the Comets. She also had six digs. 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A powerful kill by Ancincova for a side out, and then a service run of four straight points by her put the Lions back in front by a comfortable margin. “Our serve receive is really improved since the beginning of the year,” Carpenter said. “Obviously, we’re not there yet. Well, you’re never there. “They did very well tonight. I’m proud of all of them.” Maple Valley is now 20-11-4 overall this season, and 4-2 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. The Lions were scheduled to travel to Hackett Catholic Central Wednesday for a KVA dual, and return to action Monday at home against Barry County Christian. They host Parchment for their next league dual Wednesday. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — Page 19 TK/Hastings wins a second time at Ottawa Hills by Brett Bremer Sports Editor There will be meets ahead where the Trojans need to go all out. The Thornapple Kellogg/Hastings varsity girls’ swimming and diving team has a few of its toughest duals ahead, against the likes of Byron Center, Grand Rapids Catholic Central and West Catholic. Thursday night was not one of those nights, and head coach Carl Schoessel and his girls have always been very good about not running up the score on an overmatched oppo- nent. Rarely has one been as overmatched as Ottawa Hills was in its own pool Thursday, coming into the meet with just five swimmers available from an already small team of eight. The TK/Hastings girls did enough to get an 88-48 victory over the Bengals, having some girls swim events as an exhibition and moving girls into events they don’t usually compete in. Megan Miller and Kayla Kroells swam in the 500-yard freestyle, Alexa Schipper competed in the backstroke rather than the breaststroke where Alexis Kelly took her place. The Trojans’ Alexa Schipper cruises towards a first-place finish in the 100-yard backstroke during her team’s victory over Ottawa Hills Thursday in Grand Rapids. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Thornapple Kellogg/Hastings’ Marissa Meyering leads off the Trojan 400-yard freestyle relay team at Ottawa Hills Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) “And there were several others,” Schoessel said. “I told them last night. They understand that, and they were very good about that. They always congratulate the girls from the other team. Sportsmanship is very important to us.” The Trojans started the night by taking first and second in the 200-yard medley relay, then scored just one swimmer in the rest of the races. The team of Kayla Strumberger, Alexa Schipper, Natalie VanDenack and Patricia Garber won the 200 medley in 2 minutes 1.55 seconds, and the team of Marissa Swanson, Kelly, Kaitlyn Telfor and Marlee Morris was second in 2:31.32. TK/Hastings had seven different girl win individual events. Brieanne Ricketts won the 200-yard freestyle in 2:29.83. Emma Anderson won the 200-yard individual medley in 2:46.68. Lexi Sensiba took the 50-yard freestyle in 33.80 seconds., VanDenack won the 100-yard butterfly in 1:04.43. In the 500yard freestyle, Tori Cybulski was first in 6:24.03. Schipper won the 100-yard backstroke in 1:15.95. Tracy Hodges won the diving competition with a score of 197.20. The Bengals had two wins, with Monika Steffens taking the 100-yard freestyle in 1:00.85 and the 100-yard breaststroke in 1:17.69. In the 200-yard freestyle relay, the TK/Hastings team of Emma Anderson, Emily Borden, Lauren Kirwin and Aimee Ellinger won in 2:10.97. The team of Marissa Meyering, Kaylee DeMink, Patricia Garber and Katy Garber won the 400-yard freestyle relay in 4:23.88. “The times tonight, this is a very cold pool,” Schoessel said. “They have a really hard time doing well in here. Even Saturday (Oct. 2 at the Ottawa Hills Invitational), when we had some real good competition.” The TK/Hastings girls head to Grand Rapids tonight to take on the Central/Creston team, then Saturday host their own invitational the TK/Hastings Relays. CAAC-White dominates D4 regional at Portland by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The standings at Thursday’s Division 4 Regional Tournament hosted by Portland and Lakewood mirrored this seasons’ Capital Area Activities Conference White Division standings. Portland was first, Lansing Catholic second, Williamston third, and Lakewood fourth. Lakewood was the team missing the cut to continue its season through. Portland won the regional championship with 27 points, followed by Lansing Catholic with 25. Williamston qualified for the state finals thanks to its 19 points, a totaled that was bolstered by Michael Sienko and Brett Graham winning the first and second singles titles respectively. Sienko was the only player not seeded first at his flight to win a championship, knocking off top seeded first singles player Chance Conley from Portland 6-1, 6-0 in the finals. Conley earned his spot in the finals with a 6-0, 6-4 win over Lakewood first singles player Eric Enz in the semifinals. “Enz came close to winning his second match,” said Lakewood head coach Dean Wieber. “He played really well in the second set and could have won it.” Enz started his day with a 7-6(8), 6-1 win over Chesaning’s Chad Ruthig in the quarterfinals. Enz trailed 5-3 in the first set of that match, and faced a set-point against him in the tie-breaker down 8-7 before taking the final three points. Viking second singles player Stephen Nisbet had a tight opening round match, pulling out a 2-6, 6-3, 7-6(1) win over Ithaca’s Patrick Merchant. Nisbet faced a match-point against him in the third and deciding set. He trailed 5-3, and was down 65 when Merchant got his chance to win it. Graham, the top seed at the flight, topped Nisbet in the quarterfinals 6-0, 6-0. First singles was one of four flights where the Vikings reached the semifinals. The other three were on the doubles’ side. Lakewood’s number one team of Adam Barker and Alex Schuiling topped Ithaca’s Dylan Barnes and Drew Tucker 6-0, 6-0 in the quarterfinals, before falling to the top seeded duo from Lansing Catholic 6-2, 6-1. At second doubles, Lakewood’s Alex Hunter and David Parks knocked off OvidElsie’s James Wilson and Brandon Crocker 60, 6-2 before falling to second seed Lansing Catholic 7-6(1), 6-1 in the semifinals. Ben Ridder and Cannon Ostrander opened the day at fourth doubles with a 6-0, 6-1 quarterfinal win over Leslie’s Chan Kyun Lim and Jung Yul Kim, before falling to top seeded Portland 6-2, 6-1 in the semifinals. Lakewood and Chesaning tied for fourth place with 11 points on the day. Ovid-Elsie was sixth with 4 points, followed by Ithaca 3, Leslie 2, Durand 1 and Alma 0. Spencer Schuiling at fourth singles and the Viking third doubles team of Kyler Clark and Seth Spitzley both had opening round wins, before falling in the quarterfinals. Celebrate the S A XON SPIRIT with a Lakewood second doubles player Alex Hunter hits a serve during the second set against Lansing Catholic at Thursday’s Division 4 Regional Tournament hosted by Portland. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Vikings’ Spencer Schuiling chases down a forehand shot during his fourth singles match against Williamston Thursday at Portland High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) HHS 1-1 in first Gold tourney games by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Hastings was slated to play for fifth place in the O-K Gold Conference Tournament Wednesday afternoon, against Thornapple Kellogg, thanks to a 1-1 start in the tourney. The Saxons were a kick away from reaching the league semifinals last Wednesday, but fell 2-1 in a shoot-out at Grand Rapids Catholic Central. Eric Kendall scored the lone goal in regulation for the Saxons, in the first half off an assist from Jared Bosma. The Cougars answered on their best scoring opportunity of the evening, and then the two teams battled through the second half and overtime scoreless. In the shoot-out the two teams were knotted through their first five shooters, and had to go through three extra shooters before the Cougars clinched the victory. Hastings, shooting first, had its eighth shot bounce off the post and out and the Cougars followed with the winner. “They played well,” Saxon head coach Ben Conklin said of his players. “We played very well in the first half. Unfortunately, they got one chance at it and they were able to score. Then we both kind of had our chances in the second half, but nothing great that really lent itself to a goal.” Kevin Bosma made ten saves in net for the Saxons, but Conklin said the Saxon defense was able to prevent any of those shots on goal from being especially dangerous. Hastings returned to action Monday and knocked off Ottawa Hills 14-0 in the second round of the tournament. Conklin said his team wasn’t trying to run up the score, that the Saxons just scored six very quick goals and then the reserves and kids playing in unfamiliar positions still had to keep moving forward and putting the ball on net when they had opportunities. Kendall and Jeromy Dobbin had two goals each, while Kevin Bosma, Jared Bosma, Cody Redman, Maxwell Clark, Joey Longstreet, Tanner Roderick, Will Sprague, Francisco Lopez, Ian Beck and Victor DelAngel had one goal apiece. Saxon Sports Shorts Freshmen Football The Hastings freshmen football team dropped a tough 15-8 game to South Christian Thursday afternoon. The Saxons scored first in the first quarter to take an 8-0 lead. South then came back on its next drive to score and make it 8-7. South Christian would then add a second score in the third quarter and tack on the two-point conversion to make it 15-8. The young Saxons had a scoring opportunity come up six inches short on a fourth down. South would take over on downs and run out the clock. The Saxons fall to 4-3 on the season, 3-2 in the league. PRE-GAME TAILGATE PARTY FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15TH To show community support for our football team and the spirit of being a Saxon, Hastings Athletic Boosters are sponsoring a tailgate party with free grilled hot dogs, chips and a drink to anyone before the game with Ottawa Hills, starting at 5:30 p.m. inside Baum Stadium near the main entrance. The game will start at 7 p.m. SAXON SPIRIT ... let it show! 05545168 �Page 20 — Thursday, October 14, 2010 — The Hastings Banner DK alone on bottom of the KVA by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ soccer team secured seventh place all to itself by scoring its second win of the season over Delton Kellogg Monday, in the final round of the Kalamazoo Valley Association Tournament. The Lions got goals from Cody Brumm and Ethan Hicks, one in each half, for a 2-0 victory. “We didn’t feel like we were the last place team in the league,” said Maple Valley head coach Josh Meersma. “We played pretty poorly during the regular season at Pennfield and Olivet. We played Pennfield very poorly the second half (Wednesday). We feel like we didn’t deserve to finish last. We had to prove that and show it on the field tonight.” The Lions and Panthers were playing for seventh place in the league Monday, a Delton win would have meant the two teams shared seventh overall in the league. With the loss Delton ends the conference season in eighth. In the sixth minute a shot by the Lions’ Alan Mater glanced off the left goal post and across the front of the net where Brumm was waiting to tap the rebound into the net for a 10 Maple Valley lead on Fuller Street Field in Nashville. The score remained 1-0 until the final 15 minutes of play. Hicks finished off a charge against the Panther net, knocking in a pass Delton Kellogg’s Zack Simon puts his head on the ball during the first half Monday at Maple Valley. (Photo by Brett Bremer) from teammate Michael Foley. James Burd had made a good pass to get the ball ahead to Foley on the play. Caleb Walker earned the shut out in net for the Lions, getting lots of help on the back end from sweeper Dale White. Meersma was happy his defense played smart, and didn’t take too many risks in the contest. “(White) has had some moments when he’s had some questionable calls, but most of the season, 99 times out of 100, he’s the one saving our butts,” Meersma said. The Panthers were fairly happy with their defensive effort as well, keeping keeper Ryan Hook away from trouble for much of the evening. “Our defense played pretty strong,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Alan Mabie. “Just the two goals went through. Our keeper didn’t get quite as many shots today. We held them out, but they controlled most of the play in the midfield and that’s what did it.” The Panthers were shut out in their three KVA tournament games, also falling 1-0 to Olivet in the second round last Wednesday on the road. Joe Barr scored the lone Eagle goal in the second half. “That was by far probably our best game of the season,” Mabie said. “They played as a team the whole game. Their passing was pretty good. Their talking was really good. I think Delton Kellogg’s Gabe Neujahr moves the ball around Maple Valley’s James Burd late in the first half of Monday’s Kalamazoo Valley Association Tournament game on Fuller Street Field in Nashville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Olivet only got about the one shot on goal, which was the one they put in.” Pennfield topped Maple Valley 2-1 in their second round match-up last Wednesday. Between those two league contests, the Delton Kellogg boys played a 0-0 tie with Bellevue Monday. Hackett Catholic Central earned the conference championship with a 2-1 win over Galesburg-Augusta Monday. 77550423 Trojan cross teams split with the Saxons and Sailors Hastings’ Mitch Singleterry runs with the pack Saturday at the Portage Invitational. The Saxons’ Haley Perkins races along during Wednesday’s O-K Gold duals at the South Christian Sports Park. Allyson Winchester was the only girl to break the 19-minute mark at Wednesday’s OK Gold Conference duals at the South Christian Sports Park. That first-place finish helped the Trojan girls to a league win over Hastings, but wasn’t quite enough to get the Trojans past the host Sailors. Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity girls’ cross country scored a 17-44 win over Hastings, but fell to South Christian 27-30. Winchester was followed across the finish line by teammate Casey Lawson, who came in second at 19:43.84. The Trojans’ also had Shelbi Shepherd finish sixth ion 21:11.66, Grace Possett 11th in 22:03.17, and Jessica Crawford 15th in 22:21.52. Hastings was led by Trista Straube’s time of 21:17.98, which put her in seventh place. Her teammate Alaina Case finished tenth in 21:56.80, while the Saxons’ also had Ariel Moore 14th in 22:17.83, Taylor Carter 17th in 22:41.05 and Jenny LaJoye 25th in 23:25.73. South Christian had three girls finish between Lawson and Shepherd, led by Megan Schwartz who came in third at 20:13.97. The Sailors also had McKenzie Diemer fourth in at 20:39.31 and Molly Longstreet fifth at 20:55.86. The South Christian girls beat Hastings 1744 Thornapple Kellogg’s boys matched the girls’ performance, topping Hastings 21-38, but falling to the Sailors 21-38. South’s boys defeated Hastings as well, 20-42. Dustin Brummel, the Trojans’ leader, was the only boy to break the 17-minute mark in the race and won by nearly a minute. He finished in 16:44.34. His closest competition was Hastings’ Mitch Singleterry who came in at 17:41.36. Singleterry just edged the Sailors’ top finisher, Michael Potter, who hit the line third in 17:41.95. The other scorers for TK were Carl Olsen who finished fifth in 18:01.64, David Walter seventh in 18:18.41, Austin LaVire 12th in 19:21.45 and Dominic Bierenga 14th in 19:24.41. Behind Singleterry for the Saxons, Jake Partridge was 11th in 19:20.16, Taylor Klotz 15th in 19:26.14, Mitch Brisboe 18th in 20:08.31 and Bruce Krouse 19th in 20:17.36. The Saxons returned to action Saturday at the Portage Invitational. Case was the lone Saxon runner to place in the top 100 in either Division 2 boys’ or girls’ races. She was 87th in 21:27. Behind Case for the Saxons, Straube was 145th in 22:31, Moore 152nd in 22:37, Carter 186th in 23:11 and Travis 187th in 23:11. The Saxon girls’ team was 33rd overall with 757 points in the 42-team field. Grand Rapids Christian edged the O-K Gold Conference leading Forest Hills Eastern girls at the top of the Division 2 standings, 130 to 171. The Eagles were led by runner-up Julia Bos, who came in at 18:16. Rounding out the top ten teams were Warren Regina with 255 points, Ionia with 257, East Grand Rapids 259, DeWitt 299, St. Clair 318, South Christian 319, Gaylord 334, and Fremont 334. The only runner ahead of Bos was Culver Academies’ Waverly Neer, who finished in 18:11. Hastings’ boys were 38th in the 40-team Division 2 boys’ field, with 1057 points. Singleterry led the way for the Saxons, placing 128th in 18:22. Klotz was 196th in 19:21, Brisboe 225th in 19:56, Krouse 242nd in 20:29 and Jake Miller 266th in 21:41. August Pappas from Chelsea won the boys’ race in 15:34.4 and Ionia, with three runners in the top ten, took the team championship. The Ionia Bulldogs finished with 110 points, followed by Mason 123, Forest Hills Northern 125, Fremont 182, Gull Lake 184, Grand Rapids Christian 233, St. Joseph 262, Gaylord 270, Ludington 295 and Mattawan 311 in the top ten. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-10-28.pdf 02585237aaeb169799b757e08cbb5329 PDF Text Text Headstone found under 137-year-old house Voters still turn to newspaper for campaign info Teams use county meet as part of regional prep See Story on Page 3 See Editorial on Page 5 See Story on Page 22 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 43 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, October 28, 2010 Two contested races for county board seats NEWS BRIEFS Swim team hosting cancer benefit at pool tonight The Thornapple Kellogg/Hastings varsity girls swimming and diving team will host “Swimming For Our Loved Ones” night in the community education and recreation center pool in Hastings tonight, beginning at 6 p.m. The TK/Hastings team will be competing against Grand Rapids Catholic Central, but both teams are helping fight breast cancer by raising awareness and funds which will be donated to the American Cancer Society. Donations will be accepted. Habitat Swiss steak, chicken dinner is Friday Volunteers from Habitat for Humanity of Barry County will be cooking Swiss steak and chicken for a fundraising dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, at the First United Methodist Church, 209 W. Green St. in Hastings. In addition to the two meats, the menu includes mashed potatoes and gravy, salad, a vegetable, rolls, homemade desserts and beverages. The meal is available for a freewill offering. Proceeds will help build another Habitat home for a local family Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian housing ministry. Volunteers work in partnership with low income families to build simple, decent homes. Payments received from Habitat homeowners are recycled to build more houses. For more information about the local Habitat, call 269-948-9939. Anyone who would like to make a taxdeductible donation to Habitat and cannot attend the upcoming dinner, may send a check to Barry County Habitat for Humanity, PO Box 234 Hastings 49058. Though all eight seats on the Barry County Board of Commissioners are to be filled in the November general election, candidates for only two seats on the board have challengers. Incumbent Don Nevins, a Republican, is facing off with Bob Dickinson, a Democrat, for the District 1 seat, which represents the City of Hastings. Incumbent Republican Jeff VanNortwick is being challenged by Kyle Hoyt, who is not affiliated with a political party, to represent the District 7 seat, which covers the townships of Assyria, Baltimore and Johnstown. The following are profiles of each candidate: Don Nevins Incumbent Don Nevins, of Hastings, has served on the county board for eight years. He was elected in 2002 and lists his duties as commissioner as his only occupation. He previously was employed at the Barry County Sheriff’s Department for 28 years. A native of Hastings and graduate of Hastings High School, he studied criminal Bob Dickinson Jeff VanNortwick justice and law enforcement at a Kalamazoo College. Nevins said he is seeking re-election because he wants “to continue to serve the Millage approval could help make local airport self-supporting In the Tuesday, Nov. 2, elections, Barry County voters will be asked to approve a one-tenth (.1000) mill levy for 10 years, 2010 through 2019, inclusive beginning in December. The millage would generate an estimated $185,652 in revenue the first year ($182,783 would go to the airport for maintenance, operations and capital improvements, $2,868 would be disbursed to the City of Hastings Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and Local Development Finance Authority and the Village of Middleville DDA). Airport Manager Mark Noteboom has said that with a reliable source of funding from the millage for 10 years, the airport could make a plan to become self-supporting. “That’s the whole goal of this is so in 10 years, the city won’t have to fund it and the county won’t have to fund it in 10 years,” he said in a presentation to the Barry County Board of Commissioners. Both the county board and city council have given approval for the millage request. Barry County Administrator Michael Brown said the estimated annual budget for the airport is $173,000, and the one-tenth of mill would generate approximately $182,000 for the airport. “In the budget now, we have loan payments that will drop out. We also have some other line items that will drop out,” said Noteboom. “That brings it down to about $120,00 a year that we need ... We’re figuring around $80,000 a year that we can put into capital improvements for hangars or so forth ... If we don’t get the millage, there is no way to set a plan.” If approved, the millage would cost the average homeowner approximately $5 per year. Three vie for 87th District House of Representatives seat New Presbyterian Church hosting trunk-or-treat The First Presbyterian Church of Hastings will hold its second annual trunkor-treat event from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30. This is a free event and open to the public. Tracy Solmes, director of children’s ministries at the church, describes the afternoon as safe, fun trick-or-treating in the parking lot of our new church building at 405 N. M-37 Highway, just north of Airport Road. Games will again be offered inside the building by the YMCA of Barry County. This event is open to all children through sixth grade and their parents. Free goodie bags will be given to the first 300 children to arrive. Key Club to trick-ortreat for UNICEF The Hastings High School Key Club will once again trick-or-treat for UNICEF this Halloween. UNICEF, or the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund, provides long-term humanitarian and developmental assistance to children and mothers in Third World countries. The organization is celebrating its 60th anniversary of improving education and See NEWS BRIEFS, page 8 Mike Callton Republican Mike Callton of Nashville, Libertarian candidate Bob Willett of Hastings and Democrat Greg Grieves of Saranac are vying for a the 87th District seat in the Michigan House of Representatives. Callton has been a chiropractor for 20 years in Nashville, where he resides with his wife, Shelly. He graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelor of science degree in biology in 1981 and from the National University of Health Science in Illinois with a doctorate in chiropractic medicine in 1989. A U.S. Army veteran, Callton was stationed from 1982 to 1985 at Fort Lewis, Wash. He has been a county commissioner for six years, a school board member for 15 years Kyle Hoyt people of Hastings and Barry County to the best of my ability.” He believes he is the best candidate for District 1 “because I care for the needs of the people. “If re-elected, I will continue to serve the way my fellow citizens expect of me.” The most important issue facing the county, Nevins believes, is its poor financial condition. “This county is in a financial crisis. By being a county employee for these past years, I feel a personal responsibility for helping people keep their jobs,” Nevins said. Recently, the county board approved a 24 percent cut in non-mandated programs, such as 4-H and the Barry Conservation District. Nevins said he made a motion to restore all non-mandated programs to 100 percent. “We have enough resources to allow the board to finance those important programs,” he said. Locally, the possibility of moving a large Civil War monument from the City of Hastings’ Tyden Park to the Barry County Don Nevins Courthouse lawn has been in the news. Each of the contested candidates was asked for an opinion on whether such a move should be made. “I have heard pros and cons on moving the monument,” Nevins said. “The cost of moving will be paid for by contributions. The reasons for moving would be a point of interest on the main corner to show our dedication and admiration to all their services of our great country.” Nevins’ community service and activities have included Green Gables Haven, Michigan Works, Barry County Mental Health, 911 Board, Local Development, Finance Authority for the City of Hastings. Bob Dickinson Newcomer Bob Dickinson, of Hastings, formerly owned State Grounds Coffee House in Hastings for eight years. He sold the business in April of this year and did not list any current occupation on a questionnaire for the See COUNTY RACES, page 10 County board selects candidates for animal control advisory committee Wednesday, during a special meeting, the Barry County Board of Commissioners interviewed 23 candidates for nine available seats on the Barry County Animal Control Advisory Committee. From the candidates, commissioners selected the following appointees: Marti Mayack, veterinarian; Julie Baker, rescue shelter operator; Kay Doyle, Barry County Humane Society; Julie Palmatier, general public; William Norris, general public; Heather Wing, general public; Kimberly Veldheer, general public; and Kathy Wiggins, general public. No one was recommended for appointment to the ninth seat, reserved for a Barry County kennel operator because no applicants were received for that post. A Barry County Commissioner will be named to the committee during the next regular meeting of the board of commissioners, and the representative from Barry County Animal Control will be appointed by the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. All recommendations for the advisory committee are subject to approval at the next regular meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners set for 9 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8. The time and date of the first advisory committee meeting also will be discussed during that meeting. Bob Willett and a village councilman for five years. “Presently, Michigan residents are living through difficult times. We need to elect leaders who have relevant experience and proven leadership ... voters are demanding new leadership in Washington and Lansing. I would like to use my successful local government experience to help the state of Michigan,” said Callton. Willett is a graduate of Hastings High School and attended Kellogg Community College part-time. He has been employed by Bradford White in Middleville for 12 years. “Being a lifelong member of this community, its general welfare is extremely impor- See 87th DISTRICT, page 11 Dick Groos honored Dick Groos, left, holds his crystal 2010 Community Foundation Philanthropy Award presented earlier this year as the Governor’s Service Award with Rob Collier, president and CEO of the Council on Michigan Foundations. (Photo by Patricia Johns) ��The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — Page 3 Voters to face two statewide proposals Michigan voters will decide on two policy issues during the Nov. 2 general election: whether to convene a constitutional convention and if the constitution should be amended to prevent certain felons from holding elective office and specified types of public employment. Each proposal will ask for a “yes” or “no” response, and each will be decided by a majority of those voting on the specific question. Michigan’s Constitution gives citizens a direct role, through popular vote, in amending the constitution and approving or rejecting a state law. Proposal 1 Constitutional Convention The state constitution mandates that if voters approve a constitutional convention, then a statewide, partisan election to choose delegates must be held within six months of the results of the election being certified. (Although the constitution does not specifically state this, a primary election to nominate delegates from political parties would have to be held first). Voters would elect one delegate from each state senate and house district – presently 148 total. The delegates would then convene in Lansing on the first Tuesday in October 2011. Section 3 provides that the convention would have to choose its own officers, determine the rules of its proceedings and judge the qualifications, elections and returns of its members. The convention could hire staff as it deemed necessary. Each delegate would receive compensation. Any proposed constitution or amendments adopted by such a convention would have to be submitted to the voters for their approval within 90 days after the convention’s final adjournment. Upon the approval of the constitution or amendments by a majority of the voters, the constitution or amendments would take effect as provided by the convention. If the amendments or new constitution were rejected by the voters, the 1963 constitution would stay in effect. The 1963 constitution requires that the question of whether to hold a constitutional convention be placed before the voters every 16 years. The last convention was convened in 1961, and the constitution that emerged from it was narrowly approved by voters in 1963. The 1963 constitution is Michigan’s fourth. The first was adopted in 1835, the second in 1850 and the third in 1908. Under the terms of the current constitution, the question will appear before the voters again in 2026. Without a convention, state citizens or the legislature may change the constitution through initiative. (This is a process in which a petition must be signed by a minimum number of registered voters to bring about a public vote on a proposed statute or constitutional amendment. Michigan is one of 24 states that allow this form of direct democracy.) Some amendments are narrow in scope (changing the drinking age) while others are much broader (tax reform measures such as Proposal A and Headlee). Overly broad attempts at amendments are considered revisions and are not permitted. For example, the “Reform Michigan Government Now” Proposal of 2008 would have amended multiple articles, but it was ruled by the Michigan Court of Appeals to be too sweeping in its scope and therefore tantamount to a revision; revisions can only be accomplished through a constitutional convention. Supporters of a state constitutional convention fall roughly into two broad groups: those who believe the constitution needs wholescale revision and clean-up, and those who want to advance a particular change. Most supporters contend that Michigan is on the cusp of a new economy and needs a new guiding document that is flexible enough to encourage innovation and perhaps redefine government’s role in citizens’ lives. Supporters often point to Article IX, Finance and Taxation, as containing measures that are so specific — establishing the sales tax rate, providing a prohibition on a graduated income tax, setting strict limits on governments’ ability to raise revenue — that most could benefit from moving some of these provisions into statutes, where they can be more easily changed as the times dictate. Opponents of a state constitutional convention believe opening the constitution to broad revision is too risky at a time when Michigan’s economy and its government are in major transition. In 2010, Michigan voters will elect, at the state level, new legislators, governor, attorney general and secretary of state. Some opponents believe that these leaders would be reluctant to begin new programs and policies, given the uncertainty of operating with a constitution under construction. Others cite the cost to the state of holding a convention. The Senate Fiscal Agency has estimated the cost at $45 million, with most of that cost going toward the special election of delegates. Others have estimated the cost to the state to be as low as $10 million, if Internet-based meetings were used to reduce travel expenses, elections were held concurrently with regularly scheduled ones, and private donations were sought. Additionally, some opponents believe that the process of a constitutional convention, in which 148 delegates are elected in a partisan election, would mean special interest groups would advance their agendas by backing particular delegates. Because the state is so polarized on social issues and the size and role of government, the argument goes, the resulting constitution would become a patchwork of narrow interests that do not represent the common good. Other opponents maintain that the constitution requires only minor revision, which can be accomplished through the initiative process. It is not the constitution itself that needs changing, they say, but the legislative and executive leaders who have failed to implement its principles. Proposal 2: felons holding public office The proposed constitutional amendment would make a person ineligible for election or appointment to any state or local elective office or to hold a position in public employment in this state that is policy-making or has discretionary authority over public assets if, within the preceding 20 years, the person was convicted of a felony involving dishonesty, deceit, fraud or a breach of the public trust and the conviction was related to the person’s official capacity while holding any elective office or position of employment in local, state or federal government. The proposal also would require the state legislature to enact laws to implement the prohibition. If approved by the voters, Proposal 2 would greatly expand a provision in the Michigan Constitution that currently applies to state legislators. As written, the proposal would affect certain public officers at all levels of state and local government — the state, universities, courts, counties, cities, villages, townships, school districts, intermediate school districts, charter schools, community college districts and special authorities. It would apply to positions that are policy-making and that have discretionary authority over public assets, which, according to a Citizens’ Research Council memorandum, could include positions in treasury, a clerk’s office, finance, budget, public works or water provision functions. Supporters believe that this proposal would bolster public trust in local and state officials. Recent arrests and convictions of elected officials, predominantly in Detroit, have deteriorated the public’s confidence in government, supporters say, and placing this language in the constitution sends a strong message that all local officials are entrusted to serve the public good. Opponents believe that the amendment is over-reaching in its scope, could affect too many individuals and is unnecessary, because voters can make a better choice about the eligibility of a candidate for public office. Others said they believe that, if a person has served time in prison or on probation, he or she should not be further penalized by limiting employment options, when many private companies already do not hire those who have been convicted of felonies. Some have pointed out that the proposal contains many vague and undefined terms that could result in court cases — for example, which positions in public employment entail policy-making or discretionary authority over public assets? Which felonies involve dishonesty, deceit, fraud or a breach of the public trust? The proposal does state that the legislature would have to enact laws to implement the prohibition. These laws likely would provide clarification on the terms. Polls will be open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2. Absentee ballots are available from city or township clerks until 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, or online at michigan.gov/sos. (The above information was prepared by Claire Layman, Extension specialist in public policy education with Michigan State University Extension. To see the complete list of references, look online at msue.msu.edu.) This headstone was found as part of field stone crawl space during a house demolition in Hastings Headstone discovered under 137-year-old house by David DeDecker Staff Writer As demolition of the house at 402 S. Hanover in Hastings commenced, workers made an strange discovery. The house’s coowner, Mark Englerth, noticed something unusual and asked the backhoe operator to stop excavation. On the west side of the foundation, under what had been an add-on porch, in a crawl space made of field stone, Englerth noticed a stone atypical in shape and finish. When he turned the stone around, it revealed a picture of a dove, names and numbers carved into it. Englerth thought at first that it may have been a headstone that was thrown away because of a carving mistake. Perhaps the builder of the crawl space simply used found materials for construction. There did not appear to be any misspellings or errors in the carving. As he removed a little more dirt, he uncovered a base mount for the stone. According to Englerth, this is when he realized what he may have found. He called the Hastings City Police. The headstone reads, “Ottiwell W., son of J. & S. E. Lichty, died Jan. 21, 1868, Aged 1y’r, 10 m’s & 17 d’s, He can’not come to us, But we may go to him.” The surrounding earth and all it contained, including bones, was moved to the police station and will be examined by a Michigan State University Department of Anthropology. Hastings Police Chief Jerry Sarver reported Wednesday afternoon that preliminary investigation indicates that the bones found at the site likely are not human. According to county records, the house was built in 1873. No further information was available at press time. Follow the Stars H H H H H Thornapple Township road millage on Nov. 2 ballot by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Tuesday, Thornapple Township residents will be asked to approve a millage request for maintenance and improvement of roads in the township. Residents in all three precincts will vote on the measure, including those in the village of Middleville. The issue before the voters will be a .05 mill for three years. If approved, the millage would generate approximately $350,000 over the three years. The money would be dedicated to township roads, based on the Barry County Road Commission’s recommendation for maintenance. “Over the years, as the needs for the minimum maintenance of our roads has increased, we have experienced a shortfall of funds to keep up,” said Thornapple Township Supervisor Don Boysen. Each year, he said, the road commission furnishes the township with a report on the condition of paved roads. The report is used to determine priority for road maintenance and repairs and also provides a history of the roads and what needs to be done. “The board then looks at expected revenues and authorizes what work we can realistically fund. Then the road commission schedules the work,” said Boysen. Michigan townships do not have a legal obligation to fund road maintenance or improvements; that is the obligation of county road commissions. “The Barry County Road Commission has indicated that, due to insufficient gas and weight taxes, it cannot keep up with the needs and costs,” said Boysen. Historically, when the road commission improves township roads, they have split the cost of the project with individual townships. The road commission provides all the engineering, labor and application costs, with the township supplying the cost of materials. Thornapple Township also provides funding for new gravel each year, and dust control for the more than 20 miles of gravel roads. According to Boysen, townships in Barry County appropriate more than $1.5 million each year to help improve the roads. Hope, Johnson, Maple Grove, Orangeville, Prairieville and Woodland townships have extra voted millage for roads. Boysen said that the average home in Thornapple Township has a taxable value of $60,000. The half-mill would cost $30 annually, which is 50 cents for each $1,000 of value. Boysen reminded voters that the road millage question will be found on the reverse of the Thornapple Township ballot. to one of the strongest banks in the nation. Hastings City Bank has been awarded BauerFinancial’s* highest 5 Star Superior rating for financial strength and stability as of June 30, 2010. We are the only bank in our service area to have this coveted rating. *No institution pays BauerFinancial to rate it, nor can any choose to be excluded. BauerFinancial has been providing the public with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions regarding their banking relationships for over a quarter of a century. For the rating of any U.S. bank or federally insured credit union, simply visit www.bauerfinancial.com 7750759 �Page 4 — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Entire district needs representation To the editor: I see that Justin Amash is having a campaign event in Barry County this week, after a poll came out showing him in a tighter race than he expected. Back when he was more confident about his chances, Justin didn’t bother to come out to Barry County, skipping a candidates’ debate here just a couple weeks ago. In contrast, Pat Miles has held numerous campaign events out here in Barry County, and came out for the debate in Hastings to answer questions and to explain his policies to the voters. We need somebody in Congress who will represent the entire 3rd District and listen to our concerns, regardless of politics — not someone who only comes here when they need our votes, like Justin Amash. Jackie Schmitz, Middleville Hastings airport is educational stepping stone To the editor: Getting an education can mean different things, and often, experiences in the early years play an important role in the futures that we choose. Hastings City/Barry County Airport has played its part in forming the education and careers of many young people. This intimate community airport has given much to those who were able to partake in the benefits a smaller airport can provide. There are more than a half-dozen certified flight instructors who first learned to fly at Hastings. They have passed their passion on to others, and that passion, in turn, has sparked some wonderful futures in the aviation field for both young men and women. One young man who learned to fly at Hastings, taking lessons from one of the local flying schools housed right on the field, took his flying education with him to college, into the military, and he now serves by flying F16 fighter jets and A10 ground-attack aircraft. A young gal is currently enrolled at Western Michigan University and working on her private pilot’s certificate. Her interest in flying has her pursuing her education as an airplane mechanic. The Hastings airport provides a place for her to continue in her quest. Another young woman who learned to fly at Hastings airport and received her private pilot’s certificate at the age of 17, is attending the No. 1 rated college in aviation and aerospace education, pursuing her dream. Her achievements also were made possible by what your community airport has to offer. These are just a few examples, since there too many to mention. These young people who got their start at Hastings City/Barry County Airport are our future, and your community airport plays a very important part in that future. Passing of the millage Nov. 2 can play its part in helping further the education of more young men and women. The cost of the millage will average about $5 per household per year and will help ensure the growth and service of the airport, which in turn helps your community. Visit www.airportmillage.com for more details. Thanks for your support. Denise Frederick, Ada Amash would be a detriment to people here To the editor: Justin Amash, Republican candidate for Congress from this District, will, if elected, be a real detriment to the people of the district. He has little interest in Barry County, proven by the fact that he has never appeared here or talked with people here. Amash skipped the candidate forum two weeks ago — this place apparently not being of real importance to him. If this man gets elected to Congress, he will vote to destroy what others have built, such as privatizing the Social Security system for younger people. That sounds like a marvelous idea, but it makes every worker his or her own investment expert and many will lose what they try to save. Investing is full of slippery slopes, and many will end up with little or nothing. Amash votes no on every effort to help people, which all sounds so clever and fashionable these days. Of course, privatizing Social Security would be good for people who sell stocks and bonds. The Amash family has a business importing tools made in China. Justin admitted on TV that they have 25 employees in China. Those are tools formerly made better by Americans. Amash will not work to keep jobs here, and has said so with pride. I believe the man is a real destroyer of the working class. Pat Miles is interested in the people and problems of Barry County, and will work to improve things, not tear them down. Miles is a much more sensible man who will work for average Barry County people. George C. Williston, Hastings Appointed trustees deserve to be elected To the editor: Jim Grundy and Rod Goebel are the currently appointed trustees in Prairieville Township and are seeking election Nov. 2. While serving as appointees this year, Grundy and Goebel have become acquainted with the duties of a trustee, and Prairieville Township citizens have had an opportunity to observe their performance. They have done a good job. Each analyzes problems, and they formulate common-sense solutions. They have performed well, and unlike other inex- perienced candidates, they will not need a lengthy learning curve. Both candidates have had many years of experience in management, problem-solving, and finance, and it shows. Jim Grundy and Rod Goebel are proven candidates for the job. I think they are exactly what Prairieville Township needs for its future. Jared Lindberg, Plainwell Voters still turn to newspapers for campaign information The mid-term campaigns are coming to an end, and before I write my next column, the election will be over and the candidates will have been selected to work on getting Michigan and the nation back on track. Many people have asked me if our paper endorses candidates. My reply is the same as it has been over the years: Our company has a policy of educating the public on the issues and individual candidates running for office. We don’t think it’s in our best interest to make specific selections. Do I have an opinion on who should be elected? You bet I do, as many newspapers publishers do across the state. But at the same time, just because our company doesn’t make selections, that doesn’t mean we think there is anything wrong with the practice. Newspapers throughout the country have endorsed candidates and made their positions known on ballot proposals since the beginning of the printing press. Yet, as a small-town community newspaper, we work closely with the candidates from both parties, so we’ve taken the position that it’s our job to get the information to you the voters, in the hopes that we make it easier for you to select the best person for the given job. Another issue has come up this year that is concerning to many of us in the publishing industry. Throughout this election cycle, our industry was snubbed by political campaigns as a viable way for candidates to promote their views on the issues. When I’ve called the offices of state-level candidates, they have told me that their marketing experts are looking to television and direct mail, along with telephone soliciting to get their messages out. Some campaign professionals even had the audacity to tell us they decided not to use print or newspapers as part of their campaigns. Yet, on their we sites they still suggest that supporters send letters to the editor of their local newspapers. And, many candidates have sent requests for endorsements of their campaigns while discounting our ability to help them get their messages out. Last week, when I was attending a local function, a woman I knew introduced me to her husband as the local newspaper publisher. His first response was, “You’re part of a dinosaur aren’t you?” to which I responded, “I don’t think so.” He responded again with thoughts of how the Internet must be hurting our industry. And, again I reminded him the effects from the economic slowdown were far worse to us than the Internet. Locally, we’ve lost all but one new automobile dealership in the county, and a major grocery store chain, while local retailers have been affected by the slowdown. No matter what business you find yourself, the sluggish economy has negatively impacted most businesses and the customers supporting them over the years. Newspapers are feeling the effects of our state’s economy, just like any business. Not too many years ago, people predicted that the Internet would make libraries disappear. Instead, libraries have grown Fred Jacob, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Miles cares about Candidates have problem-solving skills To the editor: economic difficulties. Barry County As residents of Prairieville Township, we Rod Goebel also has community service To the editor: Pat Miles is the candidate who cares about the entire district he’s running to represent. Throughout his campaign for Congress in the 3rd District, he has reached out to the residents of Barry County and listened to the unique problems we face. Pat Miles proved at the candidates’ debate on Oct. 11 he will represent us well. He is a friend to family farmers, unlike his opponent, who opposed tax breaks for farmers on several different occasions. Miles supports job creation not only in the city, but also in rural and suburban parts of the district. He understands the importance of community, faith and education. In contract, by not showing up at the Oct. 11 debate hosted by Hastings Business and Professional Women, in conjunction with the Barry County Chamber of Commerce and the Hastings Kiwanis Club, Justin Amash showed that he doesn’t care enough about Barry County to come out and listen to questions about the issues facing us. Vote for Pat Miles on Nov. 2. Sue Reyff, Middleville Martha Reyff- Banash, Hastings Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. and expanded — you don’t have to look too far to see that evidence. And even with quick access to information on the Internet, people still turn to local newspapers to learn about candidates, election results and so much more. So, as a local publisher of several weekly newspapers, I’m concerned that elected officials have taken our industry for granted, knowing that throughout the year we’ll run their news releases, photo opps and stories in a effort to inform their constituents. Our readers still look to our papers for much of the information on local candidates. We’ve heard the dire story of the newspaper business on national news programs, industry magazines and now from campaign officials, yet journalists work tirelessly to inform their readers with researched information. In fact, four of our nine newspapers are audited for readership by a national firm, which showed that more than 97 percent of our readers regularly read and use our papers for their buying decisions. And, for more than six years, two of our publications, The Hastings Reminder and Marshall Chronicle have placed in the top 1 percent in the nation. For us in the industry, we can’t give up based on grave predictions of a failing industry. Every week, readers call with comments about how many cards and calls they received from a birthday or anniversary announcement. And, we hear it all the time how many people attended a local event they had read about in one of our publications. Recently a mother of a child with cancer called thanking us for all the support she received from people she’s never met. That’s what we do every week, and we take it seriously. Even though campaigns have turned into sound bites and slams with very little beneficial or substantial information for their listeners, we focus on the story. We don’t know today if ink on paper will be our vehicle in the next 20 years, but I can say with assurance, the work local writers and journalists do each week by gathering the news should never be replaced by anyone other than a professional news agency. Throughout the state, newspapers dig deeper and cover in more detail on all the news you need to know. Without that dedication to detail, by assembling all the facts and putting them together in a simple, easy-to-read story, government at all levels would be left to operate without our oversight. From your local school board to township offices and county government, we cover it all week after week with a dedication so our readers have the information they need to determine how elected officials are conducting the people’s business. We fill our pages with important stories about our neighbors, acting as the communities ‘scrapbook.’ This edition of the Banner has all the information we could assemble on the candidates that will be on the ballot next Tuesday. We’ve taken a great deal of time to put together this special edition, so read about each and every candidate you’ll be voting for next week. It’s your endorsement that really makes a difference – not ours. would like to offer our support and vote for both Jim Grundy and Rob Goebel for trustee positions on the township board. Both are currently appointed to the board and have demonstrated their ability to make honest, difficult and fiscally responsible decisions based on the needs of this community. Jim Grundy has experience as a Prairieville Township trustee. He has served on the township zoning board of appeals since 2005 and as the trustee, he helped develop the 2010-11 budget, was involved in implementing a new employee pension plan, was instrumental in obtaining an improved property assessment system and was appointed to a committee to review the BPH fire department contract. His experience as a licensed realtor and lake resident allows him to understand property value issues, as well as agricultural problems since he was raised on a farm and worked in agriculture in his youth. He has a master’s degree in mechanical engineering and more than 30 years of management and problemsolving experience at Eaton, Chrysler and Teledyne Continental. He has the organizational skills and problem-solving abilities needed to guide our township through these Should parents be forced to attend teacher conferences? A suggestion has been made that parents attend at least one conference with teachers per school year or face three days in jail. Do you think this is a good idea? experience. He has been serving as an appointed trustee for Prairieville Township and served on the Barry County Board of Commissioners from 1995 to 2000. He has served on public works, transit, and substance abuse township boards. He has lived in the area all his life and he has worked as a journeyman millwright and pipe-fitter for General Motors for more than 30 years. He has experience in designing tools and programs to prevent system breakdowns and has used these problem-solving skills to make well-informed and sensible decisions on the board. Both of these men have long, productive work histories and problem-solving backgrounds that have allowed them to understand the needs of our community and respond to those needs in a sensible, fiscally responsible way. We have attended many of the monthly township meetings and have watched both of these men ask the questions that need to be asked and make the decisions that need to be made. We support them both for Prairieville Township trustee. Please do yourselves and this township a favor and vote for them. Mic and Kathy Mutschler, Delton The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Stella Kramer, Orangeville: “This is a very bad idea. Too many parents work. It would be better if schools could schedule conferences at various times so parents could attend.” Stella Rine, Delton: “I don’t think parents should be sent to jail for not attending conferences. It is important that teachers tell parents the truth about their child’s performance in school.” Ken Yates, Middleville: “I think it’s a ridiculous idea. Responsibility can be taught but shouldn’t be dictated.” Randy Adams, Belding: “I think it’s a great idea. If parents don’t go to conferences, they don’t know how their kids are doing. Kids lie about school all the time.” Rick Palmer, Hastings: “I think it’s your right not to. They can’t put you in jail for your personal choices as long as [the choices] aren’t illegal. It’s going way overboard.” Judith Alma Kidder, Hastings: “Absolutely not. Who’s going to make up for the lost pay, especially if it’s a single parent?” Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — Page 5 Chamber, Economic Development Alliance support airport millage IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Snyder is missing cue on special industry To the editor: In 1952, Stratford, Ontario, was in the same dire economic straits as much of the state of Michigan; the traditional industries the town relied on were dying out, (due to changes in the Canadian rail system) and Stratford had to find new ways of bringing businesses into the community. Tom Patterson, a journalist who loved theater and loved his town, proposed starting a Shakespeare festival that would capitalize on the town’s name. It worked. The Stratford Festival of Canada is the largest repertory theater company in North America, and downtown Stratford is filled with busy shops, hotels, restaurants and many other businesses. The festival employs not only actors, but also directors, stagehands, designers and technicians, stage managers, house managers, give shop associates, janitors, dramaturges and educators, all of which need housing, places to shop for food, clothing and other supplies and whose work draws in thousands of tourists who require the same. I’ve been lucky enough to spend two summers in Stratford, and the experience has solidified my belief that support of the arts can lead to economic growth and prosperity. I bring Stratford’s example up after reading that Rick Snyder, the GOP candidate for governor, has little interest in continuing Michigan’s film tax credit. Frankly, I feel extremely insulted that Snyder does not believe that his plans on “reinventing Michigan” don’t seem to want to use the talents of Michigan artists, actors, filmmakers and writers. Snyder seems to be like the many people I have met, who, upon hearing that I am getting a bachelor of fine arts degree in performing arts, say “So you’re an actor? What are you really going to do when you graduate?” I’m also extremely disappointed that neither candidate for governor made an appearance during ArtPrize. What I see as a simple concept (go to ArtPrize, see the artwork, have picture taken with a participating Michigan artist) was not worth Snyder or Bernero’s time. I would like Snyder and his running mate Brian Calley to spend some time on a 12-hour shoot on a film set and see just how much work goes into making a film. Just as much detail and skill go into making a film (writing and editing the story, getting producers to back the project, finding a director and cine- matographer, casting the talent, creating the set, costumes and makeup with help from designers, lighting the set, paying attention to continuity, shooting takes of scenes, framing scenes, catering food, getting permits, editing and color-correcting in post, working with visual effects specialists, marketing the finished product, making sure everyone gets paid in a timely fashion) as go into in manufacturing a car, owning and running a small business, or holding office in the Michigan House of Representatives. And yet, Snyder seems to respect and enjoy visiting manufacturing firms and small businesses and chose Calley as his running mate. Why is Snyder blind to the economic benefits of events such as ArtPrize, Festival of the Arts, or the many feature films that have been shot in Michigan? ArtPrize and the festival attract tourists who need places to eat, hotels to stay in and who frequently want to buy items by which to remember the trip. Films employ many actors and crew members who also need food and lodging, and — judging by the many celebrities who attend the Savannah Film Festival — enjoy shopping at local businesses. Michigan has the opportunity to use its many scenic locations, diverse towns and cities and pool of homegrown talent to reinvent the economy for the better, and I do not appreciate Snyder’s attempts to waste this opportunity. Recent graduates of my school, the Savannah College of Art and Design, have gotten jobs working on films made in Michigan. Alum Jason Hackenworth was in the ArtPrize Top Ten last year for the balloon creations he exhibited at the Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts. The budding arts industry is attracting new residents and has the possibility of keeping current residents like me in Michigan. However, if the film tax credit is eliminated, I will no longer have any incentive to move back to Michigan after I graduate — which is extremely ironic, considering that retaining Michigan students has been a major talking point of Michigan politicians hoping to get elected. I have already sent in my absentee ballot for this election. I am hoping that those who are elected Nov. 2 believe that what I can contribute to the economy of Michigan is of value. Elena Gormley, Savannah, Ga., and Middleville Airport is much more than a place for lessons To the editor: Sunday, Oct. 17, was a life changer for me. After a year and a half of hard work, determination and many ups and downs, I earned my private pilot certificate. I trained at the Thornapple Flying Academy, which is based at the Hastings/Barry County Airport. I walked in to the airport as a stranger. That was very shortlived. Everyone I encountered at the airport — the instructors, the pilots, their families, the association members, etc. — made me feel welcome from the very beginning. As I began to become more involved with the airport and volunteered at various airport functions, I was impressed by the sense of community I found at the airport and also all the ways the airport benefits the community. One thing that really stands out for me was the recent Barry County appreciation day event. I was fortunate enough to fly along as “co-pilot” in one of the airplanes being used to give Barry County youths free airplane rides. Several pilots generously donated their airplanes, fuel and time in order to provide these rides, most of which were first-time flights for these kids. I will never forget the looks on those young faces at the moment the wheels left the ground. It was priceless. It is my hope that some seeds were planted and that we will someday see a nice crop of new student pilots as a result. The airport has become my home away from home, and the folks I have come to know are like my second family. I went through a rough patch this past winter when I found myself unexpectedly unemployed and as a result, had to give up flying for a time. The outpouring of kindness and support I received from my “airport family” was overwhelming to me. Their encouragement and friendship enabled me to keep my chin up during a tough few months. Fortunately, my situation improved and I was able to once again start flying and ultimately achieve my goal. I love aviation, and I am very excited about my new status as a pilot. However, the flying is only a part of it. The people I have met along this journey are the icing on the cake. Sue Smith, Caledonia To the editor: The Hastings City/Barry County Airport is a vital part of a regional infrastructure, providing a gateway to Barry County for small business, corporate and tourist travelers. The Hastings City/Barry County Airport is the only paved, public airport in Barry County serving a greater region and representing a healthy and vibrant airport community, paramount to the continued development of Barry County. The Barry County Economic Development Alliance and the Barry County Chamber of Commerce both recently have voted to take an official position in support of the millage proposition on the Nov. 2 ballot to provide funding for the maintenance, operation and capital improvement of the airport. The airport commission is requesting a millage of one-tenth of a mill for 10 years. If approved, a property owner in Barry County with a taxable value of $50,000 would pay $5 in the first calendar year of the levy. According to the Barry County Economic Development Alliance, airports are economic engines and serve as a reflection of the communities they represent, Barry County being no exception. As such, airport traffic is often used an indicator of the level of economic development and business activity within a region. Recreational use at an airport also can serve as a key indicator for demographics, regional tourism and potential growth of an area. Land development on or near airport sites for industrial uses — as well as for tourism and recreation — generates additional economic activity through investment and job creation. The recent ribbon-cutting ceremony at Business News Solmes earns AAM designation David Solmes, president of Dewey’s Auto Body in Hastings was honored as part of the Automotive Management Institute (AMI) 17th class of Accredited Automotive Managers (AAMs) Oct. 11. The graduating class of 2010 had 95 automotive service professionals who earned the institute’s prestigious AAM designation by successfully completing AMI courses and accumulating a minimum of 120 credits. The continuing education offered by the institute helps automotive service professionals improve their business management skills. In addition to providing business management classes, the institute offers the AAM designation, the industry’s first business education accreditation. AMI courses concentrate on five core areas of business management education: financial management, marketing and sales, operations and service, management and administration, and personnel and human resource development. “It is my pleasure to recognize these individuals for their achievements,” said AMI Chairman Tony Passwater, AAM. “The character and dedication of these men and women make them an asset to our industry.” AMI Executive Director Toni Slaton, AAM, added, “This elite group of automotive service professionals join the 1,486 before them who recognize continuing education has become vital to ensuring career and business success. I applaud their diligence to plan for the future.” “I am very pleased that I have completed the required courses to receive my AAM designation and be part of this elite group of industry professionals. It will allow Dewey’s Auto Body and me to continue to raise the bar for auto body repair in Barry County, said Solmes. Graduation took place during an awards luncheon held during Automotive Service Repair Week in Las Vegas. Soaring Concepts Aerospace celebrating its new Hastings facility is an indication that new business development at the airport is not only possible, but feasible. For a local company to be growing at a time when the economy is at a low point, it is a sign that we are sitting on untapped business development opportunities right here in Barry County right now. The Hastings City/Barry County Airport has an opportunity to play a progressively greater role as a local economic hub and community support of the upcoming millage vote will help to solidify the future opportunities for business growth and additional job creation. Soaring Concepts Aerospace will move in to its new facility at the Hastings airport before the end of the year, bringing 11 jobs with nine to 11 new jobs to be added over the next 12 months. The following facts on the importance of community airports have been published by the National Business Aviation Association: Community airports serve a vital role for towns with little or no airline service by providing transportation lifelines for small- to mid-sized businesses, schools, universities and humanitarian organizations, and serving as regional development engines that generate jobs and economic activity. Community airports are essential for providing air transportation access for postal service, firefighting, disaster relief, medical evacuations, law enforcement, homeland security and military operations, patient and organ transport to emergency centers and other services. In short, all Americans benefit from a robust system of large and small public-use airports. Companies of all sizes, but primarily small to mid-sized businesses, make up the business aviation community; business aviation generates over a million jobs and helps companies of all sizes be more efficient, productive and competitive. While quantifiable data has not yet been reported to include the recent business development and investment by Soaring Concepts Aerospace at the airport, data was collected in 2009 by the Michigan Department of Transportation’s airports division, quantifying the direct and indirect economic impacts of community airports in Michigan with results reported specifically for Barry County. The study showed that while the airport had direct income of $6,000 from fixed-base operators and other air-related tenants, the responding ripple effect for the area amounts to $539,000. In all, the study showed that the $277,036 in direct income to the airport in various capacities generates more than $1.4 million in total impact in the area. According to MDOT, business aviation is the fastest growing segment of general aviation as an industry sector, and a community airport’s value is multiplied as time becomes more critical to businesses. Expedited overnight delivery to receive materials for manufacturing or make product shipments can have a distinct impact on company profits and success. Additionally, agriculture in Barry County is a substantial portion of the local economy, and MDOT noted that America’s crop yields would drop by 50 percent without routine agricultural general aviation use. Air service for police, firefighting, search and rescue emergencies, along with critical health and safety services (air ambulance, organ transplant) are time- and life-savers in harder-to-reach rural communities. Community airports in remote or rural areas such as Barry County become a necessity rather than a nicety. MDOT data shows that more than $704,000 of federal and state funding were invested in the Hastings/Barry County Airport in 2008, requiring a local financial contribution of only $28,125 (less than a 4 percent match). The financial model of local airports being able to leverage such substantial amounts of federal and state funding requiring only minimal local investment is a model not to be overlooked or taken for granted. There are not many incentives like this to develop the infrastructure of a community and ultimately incite economic growth and business development. Airports are a major force in the local, regional and national economy, with an impact that goes well beyond the airport fence. The importance of the financial and structural stability of a community airport cannot be emphasized enough. As globalization continues to move forward, the competitiveness of business and industry increasingly relies on airports and the aviation infrastructure to stay connected in an ever-expanding market. The importance of community airports as an economic catalyst will only increase in the near future. It is for these reasons that the Barry County Economic Development Alliance and the Barry County Chamber of Commerce support the proposed Hastings City/Barry County Airport millage request. For more information on the Alliance or the Chamber please see www.mibarry.com or call 269-945-2454. Valerie Byrnes, president Barry County Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development Alliance Bowens Mills plans Children’s Day on Halloween Cider Sunday Historic Bowens Mills is winding up the fall season of Cider Sundays Oct. 31 (Halloween) with a special "Children's Day" from noon to 5 p.m. There will be family fun, including free horse-drawn wagon rides and a petting zoo with farm animals. All children 12 and under are free when accompanied by their parents. Costumes are encouraged. Special music will be presented by “In His Name.” “When ‘It’s Cider Time’ at the mill, you can share in your children’s excitement over nature, farm-yard friends to pet, hands-on historical activities, and harvest time experiences,” said Carleen Sabin, Bowens Mills coowner with husband, Owen. “The whole family, young and old, will enjoy watching the century-old water-powered press as it turns apples into cider. Visitors can listen to the rumbling sounds of the old mill stones turning while cornmeal is being ground by water power and explore the historical park where costumed craftsmen will also be demonstrating their work and giving candy to the children. Historic Bowens Mills is a 1864 Grist Mill and Cider Mill and pioneer farm village, located on a 19-acre park setting. The old mill is a working museum that still grinds and sells fresh corn meal through the use of the original water-powered grind stones. Bowens Mills is a second generation family-owned and operated State Historic Site. The cider season may nearly be over, but Bowens Mills is open for festivals, as well as tours, weddings and large gatherings by appointment. Historic Bowens Mills, a second generation family-owned operation, receives no state funding. All restorations and upkeep depend upon gate fees and donations. The gate fee is $5 per adult on Halloween. The Sabins “seek community support to help with the future challenges of this historic landmark, thus preserving history for future generations to learn from and enjoy,” Carleen Sabin said. Bowens Mills is located two miles north of Yankee Springs (Gun Lake) State Park. The entrance to Bowens Mills has a huge grindstone marker at 55 Briggs Road, Middleville. Visit www.BowensMills.com or call 269795-7530 for more information. State shouldn’t follow Bernero’s track record had arranged for the center’s property to be transferred from the State of Michigan to the City of Lansing. His plan was to build 75 single-family homes on the property. Today the property stands empty. Nothing is there. No single-family homes, no center — nothing. I question the decision to build homes. Why stop services to needy people to build single-family homes in an area that people cannot afford it? Was the idea to bring in more revenue from property taxes? Did Virg think the whole project through before closing the center? That property is not earning the City of Lansing any money now. Virg Bernero short-changed the citizens of Lansing who needed assistance the most. Where are the services and programs that were offered to the community? Those programs were building people up so hey could be positive contributing members of society. The land is unused and people are scrambling. Virg Bernero states in an ad, “He’s for us.” Which us? Is Virg for the citizens of North Lansing neighborhood? I do not want Virg Bernero in the governor’s office with this track record. Marjorie R. Haas, Hastings 07556719 To the editor: This is what I witnessed in July 2006 when Virg Bernero was a new mayor of Lansing. My husband and I do not live in Lansing, but my husband was then a member of the Lansing/DeWitt Sunrise Rotary Club. The Rotary Club was assisting the Lansing’s North Network Center with its fundraiser festival. The North Network Center was a community outreach program for the North Lansing neighborhood. The center ran programs to help meet the needs of the neighborhood — a food pantry, after-school activities, clothing program, heating assistance, GED program, Sex Can Wait program, 4-H, Cub Scouts, racial diversity program, fair housing program, and senior citizens program. All of these services were well run and helped meet the needs of the North Lansing neighborhood. Virg Bernero attended the festival with television cameras rolling. I personally heard him congratulate the North Network Center on the work they were doing to meet the needs of people in the community. I heard Virg Bernero pledge “to never close the center and to stand behind it all the way.” Sadly, within six months, Virg Bernero closed the North Network Center. Bernero �Page 6 — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner City adopts ordinance prohibiting medical marijuana dispensaries by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer It is now illegal to operate a medical marijuana dispensary in the city of Hastings. Monday evening, Hastings City Council unanimously approved a motion to adopt an ordinance that prohibits the establishment and operation of medical marijuana dispensaries within the city limits. The ordinance was recommended by the city attorney’s office and the Hastings Planning Commission. There was no discussion or comment by council members before the vote was taken. However, during the public comment portion of the meeting, Michelle Selzer, a Hastings resident and medical marijuana consultant, asked that the newly adopted ordinance be amended. She said she felt the ordinance would prohibit the transfer and delivery of medical marijuana from a licensed caregiver to a registered medical marijuana patient and would prevent patients and caregivers from forming and gathering for support groups. She said she hoped the council would, “... remove the language of this ordinance that would limit where and how patients can access medical cannabis. These changes ... would protect how patients and caregivers can inter- Worship Together… 77550753 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music; Josh Maurer, Youth Pastor. Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for all ages,10:30 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service, Jr. & Sr. High Groups. Wednesday, Family Night 6:30 p.m., Awana, Bible Study, Praise and Prayer. Call Church Office 948-8004 for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. PRAIRIEVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 12711 S. M-43 Hwy., Delton, MI 49046 (1 mile south of Gilmore Car Museum). Pastor Larry Saunders. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http:// trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are MondayThursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Sunday School for PreK-2nd and 3rd-5th and Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. New Series... 40 Days of Love... beginning October 10th! LIFEGATE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting in the community room of Commercial Bank, 629 W. State Street, Hastings, MI. Pastor Scott Price. Phone: 269-948-0900. Website: www.lifegatecc.com. P.O. Box 273, Hastings, MI 49058. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Wednesday life group 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-731-5194 or -517852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Reformation Day - Oct. 31 Reformation Worship & Brunch 10:00; Sunday School 8:45; Men’s and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. Sunday, Nov. 7 Remembering the Saints, All Saints Sunday at 8:00 and 10:45 a.m. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269-945-2698. Pastor Amy Luckey. http://www.discovergrace. org FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 405 N. M-37, Hastings, MI 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services: 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 6:30 a.m. Men’s Basketball; 9 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 11:30 a.m. Women’s Lunch Bible Study; 6 p.m. Chancel Choir Practice. Friday 9 a.m. Pickleball; 6 p.m. Menders. Saturday - 10 a.m. Praise Team. Monday - 5 p.m. Pickleball. Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study. Wednesday - 9:05 a.m. Confident Parenting Bible Study; 5 p.m. Pickleball. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 act in private company and allow them to conduct their interaction in a similar fashion as several other member-based clubs and support organizations currently do within the city limits.” Selzer asked the ordinance be amended on three points: First, by removing the words “facility,” “association” and “location” from the definition of a dispensary. “Patients and their caregivers have the right to form support groups and gather as friends in privacy,” she said. “... Medical cannabis patients and their caregivers are not criminals and should not be treated as such.” Secondly, Selzer asked that the terms “delivered” and “distributed” be removed from the definition of a dispensary since being a caregivers entails distributing and delivering medical marijuana to one or more patients. Finally, Selzer said she would like the requirement that caregivers deliver the medical marijuana to a patient’s home to be removed. “... A patient’s home may not always an appropriate place for them to receive their medicine. Presumably, that is why the law only designates where cannabis cannot be consumed. Privacy can be achieved outside the home,” she said. Selzer asked what steps needed to be taken to get the ordinance amended. Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield suggested Selzer submit her suggestions in writing to city staff for review and consultation with the city attorney and the Hastings Planning Commission, if appropriate. Council member Dave Jasperse asked Selzer if she had made any efforts to get the state to change its laws regarding medical marijuana. “There are no rules,” he said. “The reason we are doing all this stuff is because the lawyers can’t agree. The [Michigan] Municipal League just spent, I don’t know how much, money having a guy study this thing, and he threw up his hands and said, ‘This needs to go back to the state.’” Jasperse added that he had no problem with the voters approving medical marijuana. “What ticks me off — the state, the legislature and everybody just says, ‘Oh, hey, there it is.’” He asked Selzer if she knew of any municipalities in Michigan that have dispensaries. “There are several, actually. They are popping up all over the state,” she said. “There are communities that actually support dispensaries because they recognize there’s an economic development opportunity. For example, if a dispensary were to provide, as part of the transaction, a dollar fee per gram of medicine, that could generate significant income for a local municipality ... “I just want to make a point about the legislature,” said Selzer. “Actually, this was ... a voter initiative. And, once it was voted by the state voters, the legislature (this is my understanding) had an opportunity to take this issue up and chose not to, and so it went into full effect as written. So, as a result of that, it will require a three-quarters vote in both House and Senate, to make a single change to any piece of this law as written currently. So, unfortunately, we are all left to pick up the pieces and start to define the gray areas ... But, I do think this ordinance, as written, really does violate patient’s rights ...” Council member Don Bowers asked Selzer if she had talked to her legislator. “I have talked to a candidate legislator, yes,” she replied. “Just one?” asked Bowers. “I just got back from a legislative committee meeting. And, in that committee meeting, they said that the Republicans ... and the Democrats don’t want to work together on this so they are each doing their own things, and that’s the big holdup ... Normally, when they want to pass a bill they work together; in this case, they are not. Also, what you said earlier kind of bothers me because I just read a report from the attorney general that said he will prosecute regardless whether the State of Michigan or California say that it is or is not legal; he has the authority to do that. You see that’s what we’re all up against ... I think the best way to handle it, from my point of view, is through the legislature.” “I think it would be a shame for our attorney general to prosecute a sick patient,” said Selzer. “... And, I think that our legislature has more pressing issues to deal with in these dire economic times ... And, when we are talking about how dire our situation is in Michigan, we talk about economic development and entrepreneurship and diversity, and this is a legitimate industry that has a place in Michigan.” Selzer said she would meet with Mansfield to discuss her concerns about the ordinance and her proposal to amend it. In other business, the council: • Approved a motion to allow the second annual New Year’s Eve Community Celebration at the corner of East State and North Jefferson streets Friday, Dec. 31, through Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011. The event would include a countdown, an illuminated “2011” sign and ball-drop on the roof of the Walldorff Brew Pub & Bistro, indoor-type fireworks and musical entertainment. • Approved a request from David Solmes to hold a soapbox derby fundraiser on Boltwood Street between Lincoln and Thorn streets on the Saturday during Summerfest 2011. All proceeds from the event would be earmarked for the Barry County YMCA and the Thornapple Arts Council. The streets will be closed to traffic during the event which is anticipated to start at 3 p.m. and end when all five classes have finished their heats. • Approved a request from the American Cancer Society to hold its annual Relay for Life fundraiser Friday, Aug. 19 through Saturday, Aug. 20, 2011, in Tyden Park. • Passed a resolution recognizing the Pennock Foundation as a nonprofit organization. This allows the foundation to obtain a license to hold a fund-raising raffle. • Awarded a bid, not to exceed $17,900, to Landmark Trucking of Dowling for the provision of trees to be planted in the street right of ways during 2011. • Held a flag-raising ceremony in front of city hall before the start of its regular meeting in honor of Chief Warrant Officer 3rd Class Steven Crandall of the United States Army 82nd Aviation Combat Brigade, who was recently awarded two Distinguished Flying Crosses, a Bronze Star and named Aviator of the Year for the 82nd Combat Aviation Brigade B Company, 1st Battalion. Crandall is married to the former Danielle Dipert of Hastings, the daughter of Dan and Diane Dipert. Crandall, who has served one tour in Iraq and two in Afghanistan, carried the flag with him on five combat missions. After the ceremony Monday evening, the flag was presented to Diane’s bridge club in recognition of their efforts in sending care packages to Crandall’s company overseas. • Went into closed session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations. Area Obituaries Duane W. VanWynen DELTON, MI - Duane W. VanWynen, of Delton, passed away October 27, 2010, at his residence with his family at his bedside. Duane was born May 6, 1933, in Kalamazoo, the son of William and Lena (Roelof) VanWynen. He was a graduate of Marshall High School, class of 1952. Duane enlisted into the US Navy during the Korean War, and was an electrician mate on a destroyer. Following the war he became an electrician, retiring in 1996. Duane was a proud member of the I.B.E.W. Local 131 in Kalamazoo. He enjoyed fishing, gardening and traveling. Duane will be remembered as a jack of all trades. He is survived by his wife, Eileen (Stevens), whom he met when they were in second grade, and they were married in her parents home on October 1, 1961, in Vicksburg; a son and daughter-in-law, James and Christine VanWynen of Fowlerville; daughters, Amy Long of Charlotte and Jane VanWynen of Portage; a sister, Doris Heimstra of Chattanooga, TN; grandchildren, Cassie, Sarah, Curtis and Kimberly. Duane's family will receive friends, Monday, November 1, 2010, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Williams-Gores Funeral Home in Delton, where a memorial service will be conducted at 1 p.m. with Pastor Jeff Worden, officiating. Burial will take place in Fort Custer National Cemetery. For a more lasting memorial, please consider memorial contributions to Borgess Visiting Nurse and Hospice or the Delton Library. Please visit www.williams-goresfuneral.com to view and sign Duane's online guest book. Frederick James Tebo AUGUTSA, MI - Frederick James Tebo, age 65, of Augusta, and formerly Hastings, passed away October 22, 2010 at his daughters home in Hastings after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born February 26, 1945 in Bradenton, FL the son of Charles J. and Agnes Christine (Paulk) Tebo. Fred attended Hastings High School, graduating in 1962. He worked for E.W. Bliss, for 11 years and Parker Hannifin Corporation until he retired in 2007. Fred was an avid golfer, he loved to go to the casino and also spent many nights playing bingo. First and foremost in Fred's life was spending time with his family. He especially enjoyed time spent with his children and later grandchildren, watching all their sporting events and activities. Fred was preceded in death by his mother, Agnes (Paulk) Tebo. He is survived by his children, Timothy Tebo, Kimberly Harden, Kelli (Mark) Larsen, James (Sarah) Tebo, Jason Tebo; father, Charles J. Tebo; grandchildren, Dylan, Courtney, Kelsi, Alyssa, Hannah, Drew, Alec, Cole, Hailie, Grayson, Lauren, Pierce, Alex, Landen, Lucca, Jamie, Jaydin; siblings, Dan (Sandy) Tebo of Caledonia, David Tebo of Bradenton, FL, Sharon Lint of Hastings, and many nieces, nephews and close friends. A memorial service was held Tuesday, October 26 at the Girrbach Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice, 450 Meadowrun Dr., Hastings, MI. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (www.girrbachfuneralhome.net) Thelma Maxine Hook HASTINGS, MI - Thelma Maxine Hook, age 86, of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly October 24, 2010 at Spectrum Health Hospital in Grand Rapids. Thelma was born in Castleton Township on October 28, 1923 to Morris and Hattie (Mead) Orsborn. She attended Wellman and Martin Corners Schools and Stoney Point Free Methodist Church, Martin Corners Church and Hastings Baptist Church. She married Leon Hook on November 16, 1946. Leon died in 1983. During WWII, Thelma worked at Hastings Manufacturing Company to help with the war effort, then Pennock Hospital in the kitchen and dietary department from 1960-1985, before retiring. She was very active in the PTA during the years her children were in school in Hastings. Thelma loved to travel; one place in particular to Nashville, TN to get country music stars signatures and meeting recently Vince Gill and family vacations to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and places in Michigan. She made scrapbooks; most all of local and Michigan history. She was an active former member of the Barry County Historical Society where she received in 1996 a Distinguished Member Award. Thelma instilled in her family the importance of preserving not only family history but, also local, state and national history. She was a charter member and served on board of directors since 2002 in the History Preservation Association of Barry County, which was instrumental in publishing Barry County History and Families Book of 2008. She loved supporting Charlton Park and visiting especially during Christmas time. Thelma was very proud of the fact that she was able to personally meet every American President since Gerald Ford when they came to Michigan. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leon; brother, Victor Orsborn; sister, Francis Stutz; and grandson, Robert. She is survived by her daughter, Elsie and son, Michael Hook. Private services were held on Thursday, October 28, 2010, on what would have been Thelma’s 87th birthday, at the Lauer Family Funeral Home-Wren Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in Hastings with burial in Dowling Cemetery. Memorials in Thelma’s name can be made to Barry County Commission on Aging. Please visit www.lauerfh.com to leave a message or memory to the family. FAMILY FUNERAL HOMES Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them The Hastings BANNER To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — Page 7 Trooper supports sheriff’s school liaison program, but urges better budgeting Margaret Leonard HASTINGS, MI - Margaret Leonard, age 64, of Hastings, went to be with her Lord, Monday, October, 18, 2010, with her loved ones at her side. She was born August 25, 1946, in Hastings, the daughter of Thomas and Maxine (Wunderlich) Ogden. Margaret graduated from Hastings High School in 1964. She went on to earn dual bachelor degrees in elementary and special education from Michigan State University. After teaching special education for Barry Intermediate School District, she earned her masters degree in counseling from Western Michigan University. Margaret worked for Barry County Mental Health and subsequently for Barry County Department of Social Services. She married Robert W. Foster on January 16, 1998. Margaret's hobbies included collecting dolls, living by the lake with all of its water activities and watching the wildlife on the lake, loved her dogs, but most of all she loved spending time with family and friends. Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents and brother, Jimmy Ogden. She is survived by and will be sadly missed by her husband, Robert W. Foster; daughter, Christine (Eric) VanOstran of Hastings; son, Michael Leonard of England; grandchildren, Jeremiah, Justin, Jasmine and Destiney VanOstran; stepdaughters, April (Rick) Hooker of Battle Creek; Amber (Jason) Silverthorn of California; stepgrandchildren, Ethan and Sydney Hooker, Ryan, Dylan, Carson Jo and Noah Silverthorn; stepsister, Martha VanEngen of Grand Rapids; niece, Evelyn (Don) Roscoe of Nashville; nephews, Rick (Janet) VanEngen of Hastings, Rob (Tuesday) VanEngen of Virginia; Randy (Shelly) VanEngen of Byron Center and many great nieces and nephews. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. and memorial service at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 30, 2010, at the Cedar Creek Bible Church, 9213 Cedar Creek Rd., Delton, Pastor Robert Norton officiating the service. In honor of Margaret, memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice, Cedar Creek Bible Church or a charity of one’s choice. Respecting her wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (www.girrbachfuneralhome.net) Nora Jane Hooten MUNISING, MI - Nora Jane Hooten, age 80, of Munising, and formerly of Freeport, passed away October 21, 2010. She was born on May 9, 1930 in Bruce, WI, the daughter of Robert and Margaret (Keynion) Guthridge. Nora attended Ladysmith High School, graduating in 1947. She was a radio singer and guitar player at WLDY from 1945-1948, worked at Hastings Piston Ring from 1948-1950, and was a Mary Kay Beauty Consultant from 1989-2002. Nora's most important and beloved job was being a wife and a mother. She married Ernest Hooten on February 18, 1950 at St. Francis Catholic Church in Grand Rapids. Nora enjoyed reading and sewing. She loved to sing and play the guitar with her family. Nora most of all treasured cooking and baking for her loved ones. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Margaret Guthridge, son, Christopher Hooten, brothers; John, Slim and Delbert Guthridge. Nora is survived by her loving husband, Ernest Hooten; children, Ernest (Patti) Hooten, Robert (Leona) Hooten, Donna (Steven) Conger, Nora (Daryl) Deatsman, Timothy (Anna) Hooten, William Hooten, Jane (John) Sedlecky, Mary (Mike) Blough, Daniel (Martha) Hooten; 29 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; sisters, Mabel Quigley and Doris Blodgett; brother, Robert Guthridge as well as many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the staff at the Masonic Pathways Home in Alma. They welcomed and cared for Nora like a member of their family. Our "dear Ma Hooten" was adored and so loved. Words cannot express our gratitude. We have always known that she touched us and the wonderful people at the Masonic have proven to us that our "Mom" became a "Mom" to everyone who was lucky enough to know her. The family would also like to thank all of our dear friends. We love and appreciate every single one of you. A funeral mass was held, Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at St. Rose of Lima Church, 805 S. Jefferson, Hastings. Fr. Richard Altine officiating the service. Burial immediately following the service at Mt. Cavalry Cemetery. Memorial contributions, in memory of Nora Jane Hooten, may be made to Masonic Pathways Home, 1200 Wright Ave., Alma, MI 48801. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (www.girrbachfuneralhome.net) tain those liaison officers and those bodies in the schools; it is very critical in these times that we’re in ...” Roderick also advised the board to research what type of programs and services other sheriff departments across the state offer their communities. “The sheriff has two canine officers, and he’s not going to like me saying this, but we have canine at the state police,” he said. “We don’t charge to use those services. I know we’re going to have those battles because they want to have their own services, and they don’t want to use us, but we don’t charge for that; it’s free. For him to maintain his K-9, he has to pay a budget to probably maintain those dogs ... when you start calling dogs out at all hours, there is overtime that needs to be budgeted and there’s other things ... Xamount of dollars that you don’t necessarily have ... “If you are hurting that much for $50,000 or $100.000 ... there are tough choices that have to be made ... there are things they can do over there to make it work,” said Roderick. “On my last note, don’t let personal grudges, or opinions, or that ... don’t just go off of what you hear or feel in your heart because of things that may have made you mad ... Because of people in their little political cliques in this community get their little grudges against people, and they think just because they have the power, they can just take something away from you when it is not for the good of everybody. Let’s focus on what you were elected to do ... Remember where you came from and the job you were elected to do.” In other business, the board: • Heard a quarterly report from Barry County Economic Development Alliance Executive Director Valerie Byrnes. Commissioner Don Nevins asked Byrnes how the 24 percent decrease in its 2011 budget would effect the alliance. Byrnes replied that her office had not yet had an opportunity to really examine the impact the budget cut would have on the alliance but said they would be looking at a sustainability plan. • Approved its consent agenda which included a contract with Hallifax Service for snow plowing for Nov. 15 through Nov. 14, 2011, at the following rates: $475 for two to five inches of snowfall per storm; $525 for six to nine inches of snowfall per storm; $600 for 10 to 13 inches of snowfall per storm; $600 over 14 inches of snowfall per storm; and $100 per salt application. • Approved a resolution honoring Judy Milan upon her retirement after 23 years of service to Barry County. Milan first served as the Barry County Probate Court deputy probate register and later as the deputy drain commissioner. Dedication set for new Presbyterian church First Presbyterian Church members will dedicate their new Hastings church home at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 7. The dedication service will give God thanks for the blessings they’ve received and offer prayers that their new building and grounds will be used to further God’s glory in the world, said a spokesperson. Tours of the church will be offered from 2 to 3 p.m. and 4 to 5 p.m., along with refreshments. The congregation invites the community to join them on this special occasion. Preaching at the dedication is the Rev. Thomas Taylor, president of the Presbyterian Foundation. He is a former litigation attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah and has served as an associate pastor at First Presbyterian Church in Salt Lake City and senior minister at the Glenkirk Presbyterian Church in Southern California. Taylor is an excellent preacher, said the Rev. Jeff Garrison, pastor of the Hastings church. In 2007, Taylor accepted a call at the denominational headquarters in Louisville as the deputy executive director for missions for the General Assembly. Recently, he was recruited to his present position with the foundation, which allows him to draw upon his pastoral and legal backgrounds. Taylor earned undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He has a master’s of divinity from Yale University and a doctorate in intercultural studies from Fuller Theological Seminary. In 2005, a special gift was given to First Presbyterian Church of Hastings, allowing the congregation the opportunity to purchase 33.5 acres of land on North M-37 Highway. After raising funds for the building, the congregation broke ground on the site late 2008. After the site was prepared, building for the new church commenced in late summer 2009, under the management of Triangle Construction Co. The congregation moved into its new home last month. For more information contact First Presbyterian Church at (269) 945-5463. The church is located on N. M-37 Highway, just north of Airport Road. Kruko-Ibbotson Rob and JoAnn Kruko and Don and Ruth Ibbotson are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their children, Elizabeth Ann and Joel Thomas. Elly is a graduate of Hastings High School and employed by Ace Hardware and Hastings Home. Joel is a graduate of Cedar Creek Christian School and is a full time truck driver and a farmer. A November wedding will be held at Historic Bowens Mills. They will be making their home near Hastings. ® The Public Welcome Free Admission Pizza by the Slice by Hungry Howie’s Pizza Holiday Craft & Direct Sale Show OVER 40 VENDORS Thursday, November 4th 2 p.m. - 8 p.m. Star School 77551100 Area Obituaries three new deputies and the sheriff’s department K-9 unit. “I find it hard to believe that there is such a financial crunch at the Barry County Sheriff’s Department and he is requesting this money for the school liaison, which I am very much for because my children go to these schools, and I am very involved with the kids in this community as well ... Why does he hire three new deputies in the last year? If you are in that much of a financial crunch, then it is time to make hard decisions and better fiscal decisions, also.” Leaf later responded that the three deputies were hired to replace two who retired and one who resigned. Roderick said that the state police post recently had to lay off two troopers for several months. “Sometimes hard decisions have to be made,” said Roderick. “However, I err on the side of caution. For you that are aware, or not aware, we had a response, just a couple of weeks ago to a gentleman with a gun, and it was necessary to use lethal force. That’s going to become commonplace in this county in particular as well as the state and the country... All I ask is that you keep in mind and make very good decisions on maintaining all law enforcement officers in this community, but doing so being fiscally responsible ... make sound decisions and keep all the police all the police officers that we can in this community.” During the second public comment portion of the meeting, Roderick added that the school liaison program is a full-time job. “It’s a full-time job to go and give these lesson plans to the schools,” he said. “So I encourage you, please, to give the sheriff the opportunity to use that felons fund to main- Star School Rd, Hastings Come Shop, Eat and Support LIVING ESTATE AUCTION OF PERSONAL PROPERTY & REAL ESTATE David Eltzroth NOV. 13, 2010 * 10 A.M. Real Estate at 12:00 (Noon) 11/6/84-10/30/01 07556636 County Board of Commissioner when they met as a committee-of-the-whole Oct. 19. Leaf’s request included $127,912 in funding from the Diverted Felons Fund to pay for one full-time and one part-time deputy to provide courtroom security and help balance his department’s budget. His latest appeal for funding came after the board approved its 2011 budget which did not include Leaf’s requested $109,824 for his department’s nonmandated school liaison program. Leaf had asked that the program be funded at 100 percent of its 2010 rate of $58,671 with money from the delinquent tax fund; plus an additional $51,153 from the Diverted Felons Fund, for total of $109,824. In his appeals during previous commission meetings, Leaf said that if the county did not fund the liaison program, union contracts would require him to lay off the seven parttime cadets who work in the control room of the Barry County Jail before the two liaison officers; then four deputies would have to be pulled from road patrol to replace the cadets in the control room. Leaf has said that over the years, he has used funds paid by the schools and county for the liaison program to fund the cadets, so without funding for the program, he needs to find another source of revenue to keep as many deputies on road patrol as possible. Roderick questioned the sheriff’s hiring of 77543076 by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During Tuesday’s meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners, Michigan State Police Trooper Brian Roderick spoke in support of Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf’s request for the county to continue funding his department’s school liaison program. Roderick suggested all funding come from the Diverted Felons Fund. However, despite his support for the liaison program, Roderick questioned Leaf’s hiring of three new deputies and the continuation of the K-9 unit in the face of the department’s financial difficulties. “... There has been some discussion about the felons fund being moved over to the general fund for the courts themselves; I think that would be a big mistake,” Roderick told the board. “I also feel that that money was earned by the jail and the Barry County Sheriff’s Department, and that’s where the money should stay. On that note, I feel that there has been some discussion of the sheriff requesting some money from the delinquent tax fund ... I don’t feel that that money is what its meant for; I think they should use the felons fund to assist the sheriff in the funds he is requesting because that is where the money has been earned, and that is where the money should stay.” Leaf presented a request to the Barry I do not need a special day to bring you to my mind. The days I do not think of you are vary hard to find. Each morning when I awake I know that you are gone. And no one knows the heartache as I try to carry on. My heart still aches with sadness and secret tears still flow. What it meant to lose you no one will ever know. My thoughts are always with you, your place no one can fill. In life I love you dearly; in death I love you still. 77550870 Dad & Ryan 1002 S. HANOVER ST. (SOUTH M-37 HWY.), HASTINGS, MI 49058 OPEN HOUSES: Thursday, Oct. 28 from 6PM to 7PM & Sunday, Nov. 7 from 12 Noon to 1PM Well Worth Your Time to Look! Two Beautiful Lots! APPLETREE AUCTIONEERING • Auctions • Estates • Appraisals • Real Estate Jim Lumbert - Jennifer Hayes - Professional Father/Daughter Auction Team — Jenny: 269-945-2012 or Jim: 269-953-0044 �Page 8 — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of Christmas Presentation to be held next week at Penn-Nook Gift Shop EDWARD JONES It’s no treat to be tricked by scary investment moves If you have young children, or even if you just have some in your neighborhood, you know they will soon acquire large amounts of free candy, obtained by impersonating witches, vampires and other scary creatures. As an adult, of course, you’re unlikely to encounter too many monsters after Halloween ends. Yet as you go through life, you will find some things that are truly alarming — such as scary investment moves. Here are a few of these frightful actions: • Investing too conservatively — You could try to avoid investment risk by putting all your money into very conservative investments. However, as you’re probably aware, those investments typically pay very little in the way of interest, so your money could actually lose purchasing power, even with a mild rate of inflation. • Investing too aggressively — Just as investing too conservatively can be counterproductive, so can investing too aggressively. Obviously, you would like your money to grow, but the investments with the highest growth potential are usually also those that carry the greatest risk to your principal. • Putting too much money in too few investments — If you put too many of your investment dollars into just one or two types of assets, and a downturn hits those assets, your portfolio will probably take a big hit. • Waiting too long to invest — As an investor, your biggest asset may be time. The more years in which you have to invest, the greater the likelihood that you can make progress toward your important financial goals. • Taking a “timeout” from investing — During periods of significant market volatility, such as we’ve seen the past few years, you might be tempted to take a “timeout” from investing and stick all your money into very conservative vehicles until everything “blows over.” But the financial markets will never be totally calm, nor will they be predictable. Market rallies can start unexpectedly; if you’re not invested when that happens, you may miss out on growth opportunities. • Ignoring tax-advantaged investment opportunities — When you invest in a taxdeferred investment account, such as your 401(k) and a traditional IRA, your money has the opportunity to grow faster than it would if it were placed in an investment on which you paid taxes every year. If you aren’t contributing to your 401(k) and you haven’t opened an IRA, you’re missing out on a great chance to build resources for retirement. To make sure you don’t fall victim to these scary investment moves, you need only follow a few simple principles. First, take the long view — you will see ups and downs in the short term, but historically the market has performed well over the long term. (Keep in mind, though, that past performance is not guarantee of what will happen in the future.) Second, diversify your holdings among a variety of investments. Diversification, by itself, cannot guarantee a profit or protect against loss, but it can help reduce the effects of volatility. Try to build a diversified portfolio based on your risk tolerance, time horizon and long-term goals. And finally, consider boosting your 401(k) contributions whenever your salary increases and fully funding your IRA each year. Halloween comes but once a year, but scary investment moves can haunt you for a lifetime — so take the right steps to help avoid them. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 25.20 +.45 AT&T 28.31 +.10 CMS Energy Corp 18.33 -.32 Coca-Cola Co 61.24 +.90 Dow Chemical Co 31.50 +2.16 Exxon Mobil 66.53 +1.41 Family Dollar Stores 46.37 +1.37 First Financial Bancorp 16.69 -.37 Flowserve CP 115.20 +3.58 Ford Motor Co 14.36 +1.04 Intl Bus Machine 140.67 +2.64 JCPenney Co 32.77 +.04 Johnson & Johnson 63.84 +.55 Kellogg Co 49.26 +.64 McDonald’s Corp 78.76 +1.77 Pfizer Inc 17.49 +.10 Sears Holding 76.30 +1.87 Spartan Motors 5.24 +.29 TCF Financial 13.44 -2.03 Walmart Stores 54.56 +1.24 Gold $1339.95 +7.30 Silver $23.84 +.47 Dow Jones Average 11,169.46 +190.84 Volume on NYSE 921M -- Only one senate candidate responds State Sen. Patricia Birkholz cannot seek reelection to the 24th District due to term limits. Tuesday, voters in Allegan, Barry and Eaton counties will decide who will replace her. J-Ad Graphics contacted the candidates seeking the 24th District Senate seat and asked, “What would you like to say to the people of Barry County in 500 words or less?” They responded, as follows: Republican Rick Jones “I am endorsed by the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, Michigan Farm Bureau, Michigan Right To Life and am rated A-plus by the NRA. “I am currently in my third term as state representative for the 71st district (Eaton County). Prior to serving in the state house, I served 31 years at the Eaton County Sheriff Department. I started as a deputy, working my way up through the ranks, and retired as sheriff. While serving as a deputy, I was awarded the Eaton County award for bravery. “I have been married for 37 years to Charlene. We are members of the Grand Ledge United Methodist Church. We have two children and four grandchildren. I have a criminal justice degree from MSU. I also have specialized training in executive leadership and crisis management from the FBI, Central Michigan University, U.S. Department of Treasury and U.S. Department of Justice. “I am an active volunteer in community Hospice, Meals-on-Wheels, Special Olympics, and have donated 18 gallons of blood with the American Red Cross. I am a member of the Rotary, the Lions, the American Legion SAL and the Eagles. “While serving as a state representative, I have passed important legislation. The Michigan Self-Defense Law formalizes the ‘castle doctrine,’ allowing Michigan citizens to defend themselves from criminals without fear of lawsuit or prosecution. Another law passed protects soldiers from losing their custody rights while serving our country. “I have opposed the waste of tax dollars on new buildings that are not needed, such as the Michigan State Police headquarters. I opposed frivolous expenditures such as the governor giving her spouse his own office with three staff members at taxpayer expense. “If elected to the state senate, I will continue to oppose the waste of your tax dollars. “The state of Michigan is facing a crisis of spending and leadership. I say it is time for real reforms and no more one-time fixes in state government. We need to prioritize our spending. My top three priorities are public safety, education and roads. I plan to work with the new Republican governor to make Michigan a better place to run your company or build your business, so our children and grandchildren have jobs.” www.voterickjones.com ___________________ Democrat Michelle DiSano The DiSano Campaign did not respond to our requests. www.michigandems.com __________________ Libertarian Bradley Cook The Cook Campaign did not respond to our requests. www.lpwm.org/BradleyCook/ GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL LLC 208 N. 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Showing some of the new and unique items to be featured at the 44th Annual Christmas Presentation are Penn-Nook Gift Shop volunteers Mitzi Brehm (left) and Carol Stuart. (Photo by Elaine Gilbert) by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Penn-Nook Gift Shop volunteers are preparing for the shop’s 44th Annual Christmas Presentation to be held Wednesday through Friday, Nov. 3-5 at Pennock Hospital’s conference center in Hastings. A large room full of decorations, gifts for family members and friends, items for home and office, clothing and even special jewelry are in the offing for those who attend the event. Melissa & Doug children’s toys have been added to the array of items this year. Hours of the event are from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Nov. 3 and 4. Friday, Nov. 5’s hours are 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Special features on Wednesday only include a trunk showing of Gold Standard Jewelry and cookie and cupcake decorating demonstrations. “We are looking forward to another great year with new and unique merchandise from many sources,” said Martha Edger, chairwoman of the gift shop. Proceeds are earmarked for the Pennock Foundation, which benefits the entire community and its outlying area. Lake Odessa By Elaine Garlock The Depot Complex will be open this weekend. Hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, and 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 31. The genealogy room will be open at the same time. The Village officers have decided that trickor-treat time in the village will be Saturday, Oct. 30, from 6 to 8 p.m. The new Kiwanis Club has plans for a children’s party downtown. Many homes have their Halloween decorations in place. Some are absolutely ghoulish. Others are clever and colorful. Some of us are very plain, with only leaf bags emblazoned with jack-o’lantern faces. Saturday, the children of Lloyd Corston of Vermontville, former owner and editor of the Lake Odessa Wave, hosted a birthday party at the fellowship hall for Lloyd who had reached a landmark birthday and for his sister-in-law, Patricia (Bridgewater) Bitney. A steady stream of visitors stopped by in the afternoon to congratulate the two on their birthdays. Sunday afternoon saw an unusual observance in honor of twin sisters, true daughters of the American Revolution. Julia Demaray and Hannah Russell were born in Canada 170 years ago. at the age of 70, they were inducted into the Daughters of the American Revolution. Interested parties met at Lakeside Cemetery for a short observance and then adjourned to the Freight House museum. Present were several people of the Demaray family from Battle Creek, Dorr and elsewhere, local descendants of Hannah Russell – Mary Jane Carson and Marti Lind from the Rush family. They were joined later by the former Tina Lind and young daughter, Tim Lind with wife and two young daughters, Alicia Bouwens all of Clarksville. The assembly was addressed by Marti Lind, Pam Swiler from the local genealogy society and a representative of the Grand Rapids DAR Chapter, who read a citation. Pictures were on display. Refreshments were served as people arrived from the cemetery. The Demarays were early settlers here and had a family of 13. The Russells remained in Canada for many years, but finally, during a visit to the Demarays at their Woodland Township farm on Brown Road, the Russells decided that this was a more prosperous area and they should move too. So once again, the twin sisters were united by living near each other. Laverne Demaray was a casualty in World War I. The American Legion post was named for him. First Congregational Church held its annual harvest supper Wednesday, Oct. 20. Many families attended to enjoy the meal which featured roast turkey, ham and roast beef, along with home-cooked foods to complete the menu. Following the meal, the pastor’s son Nathaniel and wife had the pleasure of opening the many gifts brought in a shower of items for their new son. Pastor Mark and wife Kathy’s second son from Florida was present with his wife and children. Tuesday’s tornado warning was the first such in many months. We had plenty of wind and some rain but no funnel clouds. NEWS BRIEFS, continued from page 1 gender equality, as well as raising awareness of HIV and AIDS. Starting at 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31, the Key Club will send members to different areas of Hastings, with orange boxes in hand, to collect monetary donations of any amount. Last year, the club raised $310 for this organization, and members hope to exceed that amount this Halloween. The groups are collecting new and gently used coats for both children and adults. During the Toys for Tots distribution, parents grandparents and guardians are encouraged to go to the Expo Center to pick up coats for their children, themselves and other family members. For more information, call Elzinga at 269945-9355 or 269-838-6369. Coats to be collected at HHS Local foods workshop planned Nov. 9 The Hastings High School Community service group is partnering with the Community Action of Barry County to collect coats that will be distributed at the Barry County Expo Center during the Toys for Tots distribution in December. A collection box will be located near the entrance to high school gymnasium during the week of parent/teacher conferences Monday. Nov. 1 through Friday, Nov. 5. “The boxes will be out all day during the week of conferences. Anyone can stop by and drop off a coat,” said Sharon Elzinga from Community Action, who is organizing the event. A collection box also will be at the entrance of the industrial incubator, located on East State Street across from BlissClearing-Niagra Technical Services. The incubator’s lobby will be open from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, starting Monday Nov. 1 and continuing through the first week of December. MSU Extension and the Barry County Regional Local Foods Network will host a free, public educational session on community supported agriculture (CSA) and agricultural cooperatives Tuesday, Nov. 9, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Barry County Courts and Law Building, 206 W. Court St. in Hastings. The workshop session will be in two parts. The first segment will focus on successful CSA models and information on how to get started forming a CSA. The second segment will highlight how agricultural cooperatives can be beneficial to smaller growers who seek markets for their produce or processed products. To register attendance at the session or for more information, contact Ginger Hentz, Extension educator with Greening Michigan Institute, at the Barry County MSU Extension Office at hentz@anr.msu.edu, by calling 269-945-1388 or by visiting the website at www.msue.msu.edu/barry. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... Living 20 years in a historic mill by Marion (Cook-Frye) Zasadil In my previous condensed articles taken from my book, “Living Twenty Years in a Historic Mill,” I shared how my (now late) husband, Neal and I bought Bowens Mills and created a museum on the main floor, made our home in the mills, along with the restoration of the water power. This week, I will be telling about some of the historic buildings that are now on the grounds. By the time our fifth summer (1983) rolled around, I realized we are no longer in control of all these wonderful restoration projects. The more we did, the more I wanted to do. I could hardy wait to get one project done so we could start on another one. I lived, breathed and slept restoration, restoration, restorations. I couldn’t stop! I couldn’t or I wouldn’t? Good question. The Bowen House The only house the Bowens ever built came up for sale. It joined the mill property on two sides. We felt it would be a very good thing to, once again, have it be a part of the old mills’ 19 acres of land and history. Old timers told us the 13-room Victorian home was a showplace in the community in its day. Updating and remodeling and aluminum siding had taken away the home’s former grandeur. The big problem was when it came up for sale, we were in Florida for our winter’s rest. We needed to make an offer long before we would be returning. We kept asking ourselves, “Could we buy it sight unseen?” Upon asking Carleen and Owen, our daughter and son-in-law, and my sister and brother-in-law Gaye and Russ to look at it for us and take pictures, we got this report from them: “It will be a real challenge, but after seeing what you have done for the mill, we know you can do it. You would be disappointed if you didn’t buy it.” They felt it would be a real asset for us to have. An offer was made and accepted. We now owned what we call “The Bowen House.” Before we knew it, there was another huge refurbishment venture on our hands and payments to be made also. It was a pretty moving experience, upon our return, to see the work that lay ahead of us with this an additional restoration mission to add to the many others. The first couple of years that we had The Bowen House, we just tried to get things in order. A commercial dumpster was brought in, and I made sure that it was full of debris every week. Just cleaning up the yard and other things that had been left in the house kept me busy. I always tried to get up there every afternoon for a few hours. After teaching my painting class, I would spend some time there with my nephew, Brian, who was working with us that summer. There was so much to do and so little time to work. I keep wondering, “What have we gotten ourselves into now?” The house, was a typical farm house style. It had a large kitchen, living room and parlor on the main floor, along with smaller bedrooms, which were made into bathrooms, as time went by. There were four nice bedrooms upstairs. The original wallpaper was still on the walls up there. A lot of the walls down stairs had been covered with 4- by 8-sheets of The Plank House as it looked when it was moved to the mill property from Main Street in downtown Bowens Mill. The restored Plank House, built in the 1840s, is a very rare structure. It was put together like a log cabin, only it was made of three inch planks. paneling, which was so popular for a while in the 1960s, but not right for this house. I could see it was going to be a great place, but as usual, it was going to take a lot of time and be a lot of work and no doubt many more deadlines. However, it would be well worth our time and effort once it was done. In our seventh year (1985), a very pleasant personal highlight came during that summer. Our daughter and son-in-law, Carleen and Owen Sabin, and their children, Sarah and O.J., moved to Bowens Mills. They were to be the caretakers of The Bowen House and would help with the many other projects we had going. This would be a tremendous help to us. We all kept a pretty busy schedule. Owen worked in the shop nights (11 p.m. to 7 a.m.). As soon as he would get home, he and Carleen would come to the mill and help Neal for the morning while I was teaching my class. Around noon, we would usually have a picnic lunch together by the mill stream and then Owen would go home and to bed. Right away after they moved in, we all started working on the renovation of The Bowen House. There was old dark blue indoor-outdoor carpet that had been glued onto the floor of the huge (17- by 30-foot) living room. When I pulled it up in one of the corners, oak flooring was revealed. That was hard to believe. Could these lovely oak floors be covered up with this cheap carpeting? It sure was! Carleen and I worked for days getting that old carpet and all the glue up to expose those gorgeous hardwood floors. After some sanding and putting an oil finish on them, they were stunning. Carleen and I did the cleaning, wallpapering and painting that needed to be done. Of course, the guys were there working on the big jobs. It was lots of fun working on it together and having all this help took a load off from us. Each summer, we would all go at it and restore another room or two. It all took time, but it was amazing what was happening. The old house was being transformed. Would we really be able to bring it back to what the old timers called a showplace in the community? It soon looked like that was what was happening. In the summer of 1992, I made a deal with Carleen and Owen, and the Bowen House became theirs. The Plank House An old house was donated to us. It was a two-story building about 18- by 18-feet. When we looked at this project we thought: This won’t be that difficult a job, the house wasn’t that big and didn’t have to be moved very far. When the house was donated, we did not realize how a rare structure it was. It was made of three-inch thick planks, which were probably around 12 inches high. They were stacked on top of each other, making threeinch thick walls. They were then notched together, log cabin style. Wooden pegs were used to keep the planks in place and make the house stronger. Upon dating the structure, by using a ’witness tree,’ it was found that it was built 150 years ago. It took quite a bit of time, moving and restoring, what we now call “The Plank House.” Once we started jacking it up to put the skids under it (in order to move it), we discovered that much of the main timber had rotted away. It couldn’t be moved like that. This meant that we had to find the right materials, and it would be a major restoration job. Before the building could even be moved, it seemed like it took forever to get it ready. After the timbers were replaced, the house was raised, and the skids were put under it. Weeks later than we had planned, we were at last ready for the big move. A lot of our friends were in on this move too. One neighbor had a big tractor and thought once the house was ready to go, it could be moved by pulling it. Wrong. It couldn’t be budged. He sent his son home to bring another larger tractor. Wrong again! Then we tried pushing it with a bobcat from behind and pulling with the two tractors. The house just would not give an inch. By then, everyone was worn out, so we all went home, thinking we would have to come up with another idea – somehow. Well, I happened to think of an old friend, Hank, who had a big bulldozer. Upon giving him a call on the phone, I told him what we were up against. I can still hear him say, ‘Get your tractors and bobcats out of the way, and I will be over in the morning with my bulldozer and move that baby for you.’ That was what I wanted to hear, but I was wondering by then if anything could move it. Morning came and along came friend Hank with his big bulldozer and sure enough, he hooked on to the old house and dragged it to its new home. Not without a struggle though. It ended up taking more than six hours to move it about a city block. Everyone agreed had it been a normal house and not a ‘Plank House,’ with the treatment we had to give it in the move, it would have been toothpicks. No windows were broken, and there was even furniture inside and nothing was even tipped during the extremely difficult move. (All the details of the move are in my book.) We always wanted to get the neighborhood The restored Moe School as it now looks. It is the oldest one room school in Barry County. The Moe School was built in the 1850s. It was moved about 10 miles to the mills’ grounds. Originally, it was located on the corner of Moe and Parmalee roads in Middleville. kids involved in our projects, so they could learn to appreciate historical buildings and how the old timers used to do things in the pioneer days. Many of them, along with our grandkids, were invited to come and work awhile as we were laying up the stone foundation. Everybody had a chance to lay some stones. When the job was about done, each child wrote a message, which was put in a jar. The jar is now somewhere in the basement cement work, waiting to, hopefully, be found and enjoyed by someone years and years from now. After the stone work was done, which took some time, the kids were all there again when the house was rolled onto its foundation. Each one had a part in that project too. We usually used large five-inch pipes to roll heavy things to where we wanted them. The kids were amazed that with one person on each corner of the house, it could be moved as they turned the cranks, which were attached to those big pipes. They were rolling it to its new home. The Plank House was surely big and heavy. Bigger and heavier than anything else we had dealt with so far. Soon, to everyone’s amazement, the Plank House was where we wanted it to be, all safe and sound in its new home. Once it was on our property, all the updating had to be removed. There were three layers of paneling, wall board and different wall coverings that had been added over the years and had to be removed long with the nails. I hired ‘my kids’ to do most of that. Once we were back to the bare planks in the kitchen, I found that the homemaker had glued strips of cloth over the cracks where the planks came together, no doubt to keep some of the winter’s wind out. There was also remnants of three different layers of wallpaper that were glued right onto the planks. That poor homemaker was trying to make her home nice for her family – no matter what. Bless her heart! The house was basically one room upstairs and one room down. With the use of curtain partitions, it could be divided into three rooms up and down, making four tiny bedrooms, a little kitchen and living room. Once more there were deadlines to have the Plank House ready for its dedication during our July ‘Old Fashion Day Festival.’ It was so very appropriate that we hold a Barry County Sesquicentennial Picnic on the grounds that day. We celebrated both the restoration of the Plank House, along with the old house and our country, both being 150 years old. Each time the doors are open on the antiquated old building, it’s like stepping back in time as one enters and catches the aroma of the ancient beams and furnishings. We are extremely pleased to be able to share the Plank House, another piece of Barry County and Yankee Springs Township history with our visitors. Moe Schoolhouse In the spring of 1989, the oldest one room school in Barry County, the old ‘Moe School’ was given to Historic Bowens Mills to move to its property and restore. We were ecstatic. The school was about 10 miles away from the mill grounds, so the ideal way to get it here was to hire it done. I checked into that and found it would cost at least $7,000. Wow! That was $7,000 I did not have. So, I got the idea of going to a local heavy equipment moving place and telling them what we were up against. The owner quietly listened to my story, and we then made a deal that they would rent me a truck and driver by the hour, and we would do all the work. That sounded pretty good. (??) I asked if the semi-trailer could be brought out and left at the site for a weekend, giving us time to get the school onto it and ready to be moved the following Monday. That was agreeable. The school looked straight and level. We didn’t think it would be a real big job to jack it up and then roll it onto the trailer and it would be ready to go. However, once we started to raise it up, we found the foundations to be rotted. Oh no, not this again! We had to have new timbers sawed out, which took time. Take out the old rotten timbers, which took time. I had to call the moving company two times to change the date for the big move. About a month later, the day came when we were at last ready. The school was on the trailer, the driver had his semi-truck hooked up and ready to go. All our crew of volunteers were more than excited! The power company was there too. (They wanted to make sure we didn’t take down any wires.) I had a couple of neighbors in trucks traveling ahead and behind the semi and the school to stop traffic on the corners etc. Everything was all planned out. There was a little up hill embankment to go over to get the truck and school out of the school yard and onto the road. It was early morning with dew on the ground. The driver made a couple of tries and was not able to make it up that little grade. Each time he would try, his wheels would spin on the wet grass so he couldn’t get up on the road. I’m thinking, “Oh my, I am paying the truck driver and the power company big bucks by the hour; now what?” The farmer across the road was doing his chores and keeping an eye on us and realized we were in trouble. He hopped on his big tractor and was there in moments. Upon hooking onto the truck, they both started moving slowly, going up that little grade with the school traveling along behind. Very soon we were on the road and ready to go. Once we were on the move, it didn’t take long to get the old school to its new home, Historic Bowens Mills. I couldn’t believe how fast the driver was going down those old country roads. Oh, my! When we got to the mill property, the trailer (and school) were parked directly south of where it would eventually be placed. The driver went on his way with his truck, leaving the trailer and school for us to take care of. The next day, the school was rolled off the trailer and onto corner pilings to hold it up in place until friend, Al, could build a stone foundation under it. When I called the moving company to come pick up the trailer, the driver brought the bill with him. It was less than $1,000. They had only charged for the time the driver was on the road. The time we had the trailer and the delays and all of that, they didn’t charge for. That was a real surprise and a great blessing! Once again the neighborhood kids, along with our grandkids, were hired to help with the restoration. We had a big dumpster outside of one of the windows and we started pulling off all the updating. That dumpster had to be emptied three times, before we were finished removing it all. We finally came to the old painted walls. What a thrill it was, when I discovered the ‘blackboards.’ (Which we now call ‘chalk boards‘ or something like that). There were five different wall areas that were painted black. They were just what they were called – blackboards. I speculated that it was for five different levels of learning, maybe. We heard about some old school desks at a couple of different places. They were neat because they were all different sizes, some smaller than others for the different ages of the children. We ended up buying them. There was enough to complete the picture of a “Little House on the Prairie” school. Upon researching the Moe School and its history (again using the ‘wittiness tree’), we found it was built in the 1850s. The fact that it is the oldest one-room school in Barry County was enormously remarkable. We were told that several Native American children attended it, along with the white children, when it was first new. It was a challenge to have it ready, but when we held the grand opening and dedication on our July Old Fashion Day Festival that year, once again we made it. There were lots of people who came to take part. It was so nice to have several of the school’s former students and teachers there. They shared some of the memories of their school days, which was very interesting. State Representative Bob Bender sent one of his ambassadors to present us with a Certificate of Recognition and a State of Michigan State flag. We had gotten wind that this might happen, so there was a tall, wood Tamarack flag pole waiting for that flag to be raised. It added so much to our dedication program. We love it when our school tours come to the old mill in the fall. The children all file into the old Moe School and find just the right seat to sit in. The smiles on their faces makes all the time and effort of restoring another piece of Barry County’s past worth it all! Next week, I plan to be sharing some stories about the covered bridge and the restoration of the lower level of the mill, which houses the blacksmith shop along with the water powered machine shop. I will also be reminiscing about the fourth floor, where I had my art gallery and taught my oil painting classes. That area also held some mini-museums. Bowens Mills, ‘Cider Sunday’ Festivals will hold its last festival of the season from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31 with cidermaking demonstrations and fall festivities. Visit www.bowensmill.com for more information. The Bowen House, built in the 1860s, was added to the mills’ complex in 1984. It had been remodeled and remuddled over the years. The Bowen House as it looks today and once again a showplace. �Page 10 — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Safety, spending concern attorney general candidates COUNTY BOARD RACES, continued from page 1 Banner. A 1974 graduate of Lakewood High School, he has completed two years of computer science in a continuing education program through Aquinas College. Dickinson also has taken one semester in inner-personal communications technical courses with IBM, Rolm and AT&T. Dickinson is seeking a county board seat because “I want to continue to be an active part of this community and this feels like a good fit for me. It is a positive direction from the past.” He believes he is the best candidate for the District 1 position because “I have made myself available and will continue to represent the City of Hastings at the county level and also the county at the city level. I feel being active in both areas is one way to help make Barry County and Hastings a better place to live.” Economic stability is the most important issue facing Barry County, Dickinson believes. “That involves the revenues coming in to the county and the control of its expenses. From small businesses that local lending institutions refuse to help, to growing businesses that are seeking bigger facilities that will create new jobs need to be at the focus of Barry County. There are local organizations that need to be brought to our attention whose sole purpose is to increase the activity of businesses in Barry County. I want to be a part of helping that drive and making Barry County a great place to be as an entrepreneur and help support its citizens by creating jobs,” he said. Regarding the 24 percent cut in non-mandated programs, such as 4-H and the Barry Conservation District, Dickinson noted that he had been attending county board meetings since late May and since he’s not a voting member he holds “only opinions based on the information gathered from the meetings. If elected, I'm positive I will freely share my views. Concerning the possible relocation of the Civil War monument, he said, “The monument is a part of Hastings history and deserves to be seen by every passerby. I understand moving it out of the middle of the road, but I'm not sure why the park and not the court house lawn originally. I'm in favor of it being moved.” He said his community activities “began with the Arby's Musician Showcase. I was involved with Steve Reid for 10 years there. I have helped the technical aspect (sound and lights) for the high school plays and musicals since 2000. I've stepped in as a adjunct instructor for the Summer Theater program at Fish Hatchery Park. Dickinson also has helped with the Prairieville Farm Days entertainment program for six years and was involved with the first annual Ball Drop in downtown Hastings on New Year’s Eve. “Owning State Grounds Coffee Shop, I was a venue for local bands and was involved with the Jazz Festival, Summerfest, the Art Hops and Ladies Night Out,” he said. This summer, he participated in the Living Laura's Hope mission trip in honor of his late daughter, Laura, with 11 other people from Thornapple Valley Church. Jeff VanNortwick Jeff VanNortwick, of Battle Creek, is completing his second consecutive term on the county board, representing District 7. He is owner and president of Environmental Landscape Service. “ I have been self-employed nearly all of my working career while developing sustainable landscape designs and providing consultation and maintenance services,” he said. A 1969 graduate of Battle Creek Lakeview High School, VanNortwick also earned a degree from Michigan State University’s Agricultural Technology School of Landscape and Nursery Management in 1972. He is seeking re-election to his county seat because “there is much to do to continue to keep the county on a prosperous path. The richness of this county’s heritage, beauty, and sustainability needs to continue to be preserved for future generations. Our natural resources are sustainable and when managed effectively can be expanded for greater local economies and local jobs. “I feel well qualified and willing to work with many others for a strong local economy. The experience of two terms helps me to better understand the complexity of local government and the decision making process,” VanNortwick said. More jobs is the number one issue he sees in the county. “... Without jobs, less discretionary income less spending equals loss of businesses ... more job loss ... This deflation mode of the economy produces less governmental income and less services as home prices continue to fall and consumers are forced to cut back in all directions relying on essential services and goods,” VanNortwick said. “We need to continue to seek employment opportunities for our citizens. Attracting manufacturing jobs and expanding existing will help to get many of those workers that are well trained and skilled back to work. Building upon our existing agriculture for a healthier and local food supply can retain many local dollars and expand the agricultur- al markets creating more jobs,” he said. “Barry County is a fisherman and hunters’ paradise as well as a quality tourist destination. Capturing a greater local economy based on our natural resources is of benefit to all citizens. We need to help with local initiatives and support so of our many local small businesses. With this help we can survive and grow stronger with these expanded and endorsed local economies,” VanNortwick said. Concerning the county board’s 24 percent cut in non-mandated programs, he said, “When the commissioners agreed to the 76 percent restored funding, I agreed to the cut. This was a compromise that came back from (proposed) zero percent funding. The commissioners can look at alternative ways to fund these programs and will be doing so in 2011, I am sure.” Regarding moving the Civil War monument to the courthouse lawn, VanNortwick said, “Courthouse lawns historically are locations for memorial trees, plantings and other items of historical significance. I think it of the utmost importance to continue to acknowledge these earlier events by our forefathers. “From a design point of view I don't feel that it needs to nestle into the lawn as far as designed for, but rather redevelop the State Street and Broadway entrance to downtown incorporating the statue in that design. “This statue like many more were in the center of "round abouts" in our town squares. These locations were the highest visible location to pay homage to our veterans. This redevelopment of the main street would be the most visible by today's standards and notable for special events,” he said. Of, community service and activities, VanNortwick said, “Reporting to the citizens of my district the activities of county government and getting their feedback is a priority function for me. As such I serve on a number of assigned boards and committees and get to volunteer with many others that champion different causes. “I am currently a board member on the Potowatomi Resource Conservation and Development Council, Barry Eaton District Health Department, Community Action. I also participate on the Local Food Network Committee, MSUE Advisory Council, Soil and Water Conservation District, Thornapple River Steering Committee, Barry County Parks Commission Trails Committee to mention a few. “I enjoy very much my volunteer time with Charlton Park over the years and being on the board of commissioners when the very successful reorganizing of Charlton Park took place,” VanNortwick said. “This opportunity was invaluable in so many ways while working with the many equally concerned citizens of Barry County for the park’s success.” He is a member of the Congregational Church of Battle Creek and received an Eagle Scout award in 1967. Kyle Hoyt Newcomer Kyle Hoyt, of Jones Road, Battle Creek, is a sales representative for a bowling ball manufacturer and owns Hoyt’s Lawn Care. He also calls himself a part-time day trader and entrepreneur. Born and raised in Battle Creek, he said, “Many of my days were spent with my father in the woods of Yankee Springs hunting or shivering on the cold ice of Fine Lake fishing. I joined the Boy Scouts Of America when I was fourteen and spent five years scouting this is where I learned how to be a great leader. I learned the value of a dollar by working summers in the cornfields. I attended Battle Creek Public Schools. In 2007, Hoyt earned an associates degree in criminal justice from Kellogg Community College. He received a master’s degree in political science from Canterbury University this year. “I have no formal elective experience besides being class president in 2001 and being on the student council advisory board in 2005, 2006 and 2007,” he said. Hoyt said he is seeking the District 7 seat because “The facts are the citizens of District 7 and Barry County deserve better than what they currently have representing them. “I am seeking to become District 7 Commissioner to fill a void that the incumbent has failed to notice. I am seeking the vote of the great citizens of District 7 to fulfill a promise that one takes when elected into office not my own agenda, such as the incumbent has done and will continue to do if he is elected again,” Hoyt said. “I am seeking the vote for District 7 Commissioner to actually work for the people of District 7 and Barry County. It is my goal to form a task force of volunteers from within District 7 and throughout Barry County to gather opinions, ideas, plans, thoughts and any other concerns and bring them to the board’s attention. Unlike the incumbent I will keep the citizens informed on all issues set before me,” he said. “I am the best candidate because I have no hidden agenda. Sure the incumbent will attack my lack of experience and say I am young, but at least I don’t have a history of flip flopping and voting for my own agenda time and time again ... I will put the citizens first. I will not vote for an idea just because it is the thing to do, but I will vote for ideas that make the best sense for the citizens I represent. I am the best candidate because the same is not working and we need something new/ I am the best candidate because my name is not Jeff VanNortwick.” The most important issues facing Barry County are the budget, low revenue, unemployment and cuts in funding, Hoyt said. The budget is an issue, he said, because the county is facing two possible situations in the near future: “The county will more than likely have to raise taxes, which I oppose. The county will have to make more cuts to departments and services vital to the operation of the county already short on funding, which I also oppose. “The solution I would propose would take care of all the above. It would fix the budget crisis; it would fix the low revenue situation; it would bring Barry County’s un-employment rate to an all time low and it would prevent any future cuts to any county department. This can be achieved in a simple way, without raising taxes or cutting funding or even tapping the county savings and umbrella funds (something that happened this year). We need to take advantage of the opportunity we have as a county that borders another county with a casino set to open in February 2011. We need to get people to spend money here in Barry County,” Hoyt said. “I would propose that we explore the possibility of developing an area so a hotel and restaurants can be built in Barry County, thus generating massive amounts of revenue. I feel as though we can market Barry County to those who are passersby or who would rather stay in Barry County as opposed to Allegan, Calhoun or Kent counties. We as a county are losing money and revenue to surrounding counties, and we need to fix that. “My plan will also bring hundreds of jobs to Barry County, thus providing more tax revenue, as well as more home sales and more small business throughout Barry County. It is a win-win solution,” he said. Concerning the county board’s 24 percent cut in non-mandated programs, such as 4-h and the Barry Conservation District, Hoyt said, “I feel that in bad economic times we need to pull together, not fight or show favoritism. Anytime you have to tighten the belt and make cuts, it is a hard thing to do. Of course, I am not happy about any cuts to any county departments, and we should never have to do it again. We should never have to take money from any fund that needs to be growing and gaining interest instead of funding things in our county because a short fall in revenue. If I could say one thing to those departments that had a 24 percent reduction in their budgets, I would say hang in there. If I am elected, I will fight to bring in more revenue so we as a county will never have to face this situation again.” Regarding the possible relocation of the Civil War Monument, Hoyt said, “... If we can move it back to the general area where it was first located at no cost to the taxpayer, I say yes. The fact that it was built in 1889 and was originally located at the intersection of State and Broadway, yet moved in 1963 to Tyden Park, I feel as though it should go back the area in which it was first located. Not only would it be a good thing for the citizens of Barry County, but an attraction for visitors and passersby. Marshall has a fountain. We should have our monument be a focal point in our downtown. Bringing more business to the downtown area is always welcome.” Of community service, Hoyt said, “From a young age I learned the importance of giving back to the community. As a Boy Scout you learn what it means to do your duty and to do a good deed daily. I have volunteered with and for Big brothers Big sisters, Habitat for Humanity, United way and the Special Olympics. I always find time to walk for a cure, and I currently volunteer with youth bowlers as a coach.” Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, Oct. 28 — “So many books ...” Book club discusses Here Burns My Candle by Liz Curtis Higgs, 10 to 11 a.m.; Movie Memories remembers Jennifer Jones in “Good Morning, Miss Dove,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29 — preschool story time about Halloween, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.; Friday Night Magic Card Club, 2:30 to 6 p.m.; 1st to 3rd Halloween party, 4 to 5 p.m.; Tween (fourth and fifth grade) Halloween party, 5 to 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1 — Go Bananas at Your Library, November Reading Club begins. Tuesday, Nov. 2 — toddler story time about sandwiches, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3 — Terrific Tweens “Fall into Autumn,” 4 to 5 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information. J-Ad Graphics contacted all the candidates for Secretary of State (several times by phone and e-mail) and asked, “What would you like to say to the people of Barry County in 500 words or less?” Following are their responses: Republican Bill Schuette “I was born and raised in Michigan. This is the state in which I married my wife 19 years ago, and it is where Cynthia and I have raised our two children. I remember how Michigan was once a national powerhouse. Today, we are a punchline for late-night talk show hosts. I was not going to sit on the sidelines. “As a judge, I handled more than 800 criminal cases. But, I also witnessed the Lansing political establishment closing prisons, releasing dangerous prisoners early and cutting the number of cops on the street. Those decisions put public safety at risk. “That’s why I am running. To be part of a new team that turns our state around, puts Michigan back on the right track and provides bold leadership and solutions to the challenges facing our state. “I have been endorsed by more than 100 sheriffs and County prosecuting attorneys, the Police Officers Association of Michigan and Fraternal Order of Police. Those who fight crime support me to be Michigan’s top law enforcement official. I want every police officer and prosecutor to know that this attorney general will take an oath as well – an oath to stand by them, fight for them and lead the charge for them. Because Michigan needs an attorney general who is fighting as hard for them as they are for us, every single day. “There are better days ahead for Michigan. I want the hard-working families of our great state to know that they can count on me to put the safety and security first as the chief law enforcement official for the state of Michigan – your next attorney general. “I have put forward a series of commonsense ideas: • Put public safety first, by re-prioritizing state spending, so we focus on important responsibilities. The first obligation of government is keeping families safe. • Be a voice for victims. I will appoint a crime victims rights advocate in the AG’s office to battle the governor’s policy of commuting dangerous criminals. • Continue the child support division. There is an epidemic of unpaid child support in Michigan, more than $9 billion. This unit identifies parents who have the ability to pay but refuse to do so. It has collected more than $90 million, directly benefiting more than 8,000 children. Since its inception, more than 60,000 children are receiving the support they are entitled to. And the child support division has returned $1.5 million to the state of Michigan. • Defend the Constitution by continuing the legal fight against Obamacare. • Establish a “police dividend” by using savings from the department of corrections to hire more police and make our state and families safer. • Focus on public corruption. • Continue the legal fight for Arizona’s right to control its border and ensure the safe- ty and security of their citizens. The U.S. Justice Department needs to fight terrorists, not the individual states. • Push for transparency in state spending, so taxpayers can see how their dollars are spent. • Prosecute fraud and waste in government. • Defend and protect your personal privacy, especially information collected by the government. • Establish a new unit in the AG’s office called RPM, or Rapid Permits for Michigan, to ensure timely compliance by the state with issuing permits, to improve the state’s economic climate. www.billschuette.com _________ Democrat David Leyton The Leyton Campaign did not respond to our requests. www.davidleyton.com _____________ Libertarian Daniel Grow “I have over 16 years of real-world legal experience. I have represented individuals, corporations and municipalities in cases involving employment law, zoning matters, civil rights claims, criminal matters, contractual disputes and work injuries. I have operated my own practice since January of 2009. I have a juris doctorate from the University of Detroit School of Law and a bachelor of arts [degree] in public administration from Michigan State University. I have been the chairman of the Libertarian Party of Southwest Michigan since 2006 and served as a member at large of Libertarian Party of Michigan Executive Committee and the party’s judicial committee. I served as a 2008 national platform committee member. A Rotarian, I currently sit on the board of the Saint Joseph-Benton Harbor Rotary Club. “I stand committed to economic freedom and individual liberty, and pledge myself to the principles that guided our founding fathers when they drafted the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. “Economic intervention and political corruption isn’t what made our state and our country great — it is what has made us weak. Only an attorney general who possesses a sound knowledge of the proper role of government can guide our state through this turbulent time. Someone from the ranks of the Democratic or Republican parties just can’t do it because too many favors are owed and too many political debts are to be paid back. “Any matter involving political corruption, the waste of taxpayer funds, violations of property rights or any other injustice — whether at the state, local or federal level — must be aggressively pursued. I pledge to follow the Constitution, including the 10th Amendment.” www.danielgrow2010.com ___________ US Taxpayers Gerald Van Sickle The Van Sickle Campaign did not respond to our requests. www.ustpm.org Candidates seek to improve secretary of state office Candidates running for Michigan’s secretary of state were contacted by J-Ad Graphics newsroom staff and given the chance to address the residents of Barry County. Each was asked “What would you like to say to the people of Barry County in 500 words or less?” Their responses follow: __________________________ Republican Ruth Johnson “Ruth Johnson is a proven reformer. She stopped a public corruption scheme that was taking money from our schools, sending the guilty official to jail. This year, Ruth exposed the fake ‘tea party’ scam, ending a threat to Michigan’s elections. Ruth Johnson has an aggressive reform plan to ensure that our elections are fair and that our government is transparent, accountable and there to serve us. “Ruth Johnson has never wavered in her belief that government has two responsibilities: providing the best service at the lowest cost while at the same time being held accountable to the people it serves. As a state representative, she fought public ISD corruption and used rare subpoena power to help send a public official to jail. As an Oakland County commissioner, Ruth put prisoners to work and pushed for county-wide performance audits. Since elected Oakland County clerk/registrar in 2004, she has since won 14 national awards for innovative and moneysaving new services. A fiscal and social conservative, Ruth had the opportunity to meet thousands of voters across Michigan as the 2006 Republican nominee for lieutenant governor. In 2008, Ruth was re-elected Oakland County clerk, defeating her opponent, ACORN’s state political director.” www.rj4mi.com __________________________ Democrat Jocelyn Benson “We need to do things differently in Michigan. Right now, more than ever, we need elected officials on your side. “One of my top priorities will be campaign finance reform. The hard-working men and women in our state should know that the people they elect to office represent their best interests. That’s why it will be my mission as secretary of state to ensure that no large corporations or powerful special interests drown out the voice of our people. I will work to reform and enforce campaign finance laws to the fullest extent, swiftly and consistently. “My experience as an attorney who practices and teaches campaign finance law has prepared me to take on the fight Day 1. I’ll work to make sure Michigan law requires corporations to publicly disclose when they seek to influence an election. I’ll require the same for anyone who runs robo-calls, those annoying, often-times untrue and downright offensive calls that reach our residents in their homes. And I’ll make sure no foreign corporate money is used to support or oppose candidates or issues in our state. “Another priority I’ll have as your secretary of state will be to make it easier to vote and harder to cheat. I’ll make sure that your elections process works for you. That means if you want to vote absentee, you should be able to do so without needing to provide a reason or excuse to your local clerk. If you want to vote early, on a Saturday or Sunday, you should be able to do so. For that reason, I wholeheartedly support in-person early voting and no-reason absentee voting. I want to make sure that Michiganders enjoy the same types of access to voting that citizens enjoy in neighboring states. “I’ll take on efforts by shadowy and extreme groups who look to deceive voters. You can rely on me to root out deception and fraud in our political process, because I did that in 2008 when I fought to dispel rumors See CANDIDATES, next page �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — Page 11 400 Club dinner honors Dick Groos by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The 2010 Barry Community Foundation 400 Club Dinner Saturday, Oct. 23, was a time to celebrate music, family, the foundation and Dick Groos, who received the 2010 Community Foundation Philanthropy Award earlier this year. The printed program for this year’s 400 Club dinner, held at the Middle Villa Inn in Middleville, reminded everyone with a quote by Sir John Templeton, “Never forget: The secret of creating riches for oneself is to create them for others.” Dinner began with a reception and music provided by the Community Music School. Children and adults who performed were Trevor Ryan, Tyler Youngs, Dave Carr, Cindy Baker and Steve Youngs. Chair Jim Toburen welcomed everyone to the 14th 400 Club celebration and remembered the contributions Rex Schad had made to the Barry Community Foundation and the community before his death Oct. 14. Toburen also welcomed the Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation as the first Barry Community Foundation affiliate. Barry Community Foundation Executive Director Bonnie Hildreth received 15 red roses in honor of her years of service to the foundation. She showed the audience of more than Attending the 2010 400 Club dinner representing the Youth Advisory Council of the Barry Community Foundation are on the left from the Delton Kellogg school district Michael Shockley and Mike Bassett. On the right are Laura McKeown and Dallas Swinehart from the Thornapple Kellogg school district. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Chair Jim Toburen welcomed more than 120 to the 2010 Barry Community Foundation 400 Club dinner at the MiddleVilla Inn on Oct. 23. (Photo by Patricia Johns) 120 a video created by Thornapple Kellogg graduate and University of Michigan professor Scott Page in honor of Christine Schad, who had been his fourth grade teacher. Schad encouraged all her students, including Page, to be “good, better, best” in their studies and in their lives. The video is part of the new TEACH campaign by the Department of Education. It can be seen at the www.teach.gov website. Hildreth then reviewed the contributions of the those who have been chairs of the foundation. She shared the accomplishments of Kim Norris, Fred Jacobs, Maggie Coleman, Jan Hartough and Don Drummond. She discussed the growth of the foundation from the original gift by the Thornapple Foundation in 1995 of $350,000 to the nearly $10.8 million in the 15th year. She told everyone, “We have been doing a lot of magic in these 15 years,” Hildreth told the audience, praising Leadership Barry County, the Youth Advisory Council, the Next Generation Fund and the 400 Club. She added that young people in the Youth Advisory Council know the true meaning of philanthropy. She talked about how they share their stories in The Circle of Caring with fifth grade students who then create projects to give to the community. Hildreth then turned to the first chair of the Barry Community Foundation Board Dick Groos who served from 1995 to 1998. He started with the $350,000 gift and three funds. He met the Kellogg Challenge Grant and brought in more than $1 million to the foundation. He also was the one who started the 400 Club, she said, to remind area residents that it is not just those with lots of money who are important to the life of a community. The 400 Club is based on the Michigan tax credit for those who donate $400 to certain charitable organizations (including the BCF) on their state tax returns. The evening ended with Rob Collier, president and CEO of the Council on Michigan Foundations, in praise of Groos. He told the audience that Groos was a lot of fun to work with. “He made asking for money actually fun,” Collier said of Groos. Collier called Groos up to the podium and talked about him being the recipient earlier this year of the 2010 Community Foundation Philanthropy Award. Groos encouraged everyone to work to do their best for their community. CANDIDATES, continued from previous page The 400 Club invocation was by Pastor David Nelson. A duet was performed by Cindy Baker and Dave Carr to end the concert by musicians from the Community Music School on Oct. 23 at the 400 Club dinner. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Rob Collier, President and CEO of the Council on Michigan Foundations praised Bonnie Hildreth for her service as executive director of the Barry Community Foundation. (Photo by Patricia Johns) about foreclosure taking away someone’s right to vote. I’ll also put an end to shadowy groups that try to deceive citizens into signing petitions to put an issue on the ballot, often on the basis of misleading or confusing claims. “And one last priority, I’ll reform branch office services to save citizens time and money. Here’s a few changes I’ll pursue: • I will create ‘one-stop service centers’ through partnerships with other state agencies, local governments and private businesses. This would save money through cuts in costs of operating multiple state offices, while also enabling ‘one-stop shopping’ for many government services. • I will also partner with other state agencies to open ‘job service centers’ in branch offices. These will include information on area job openings and paperwork and guidance for citizens seeking to start their own small business or nonprofit organization. • I will offer multi-year license plates to give citizens the option of renewing their plates for three or five years at a time. This will cut costs and save time. “By holding corporate and special interests accountable, making it easier to vote and harder to cheat and reforming branch offices to save time and money, I’ll be a leader on your side. For more information, visit www.VoteBenson.com.” _______________________ Green Party John Anthony La Pietra “I was born, and mostly raised, around Chicago. My family moved to Marshall in 1978, and I’ve lived there over 20 years, off and on, a publicly active citizen. I have 10 years’ experience ‘working’ in state and local government and making government work — using tax money effectively, providing services efficiently. I’ve also worked 10 years in the private sector and six for nonprofits. In 2008, I graduated cum laude from Cooley Law School with concentrations in Administrative law and constitutional law/civil rights. I was the top student in my classes on state and federal administrative law; advanced writing, including how to write legal documents in plain English; and election law, a subject I learned at the grassroots. I’ve been the elections coordinator of the Green Party of Michigan (GPMI) since 2003. Two days after hosting the GPMI convention that nominated me for Calhoun County clerk-registrar, I took the Michigan State Bar exam. Two weeks after election day, I was admitted to practice law. “Last fall, Greens appointed election challengers for Benton Harbor’s City Commission elections. I helped persuade the state to let fellow challenger Pat Foster and me oversee and video-record the processing of absentee ballots, while making sure the election inspectors protected each voter’s privacy. Our work helped boost public confidence in the results – including several margins in single digits. The Michigan Constitution promises ‘purity of elections.’ That includes elections run fairly and evenhandedly. Voting and election rights are crucial because they protect our other rights. The secretary of state is Michigan’s chief elections officer – voting for me will send an SOS for fairer, better elections for all Michigan voters. “And that starts with equipping and staffing polling places better and more fairly, for shorter lines and delays. “We should also: • Make it easier to securely register, verify identity, vote, vote absentee, etc. • Improve disclosure of campaign and officeholder finances but not rely on disclosure alone. • Let our votes say more about the government we want — with instant runoff voting, cumulative voting and other methods that can strengthen mandates and reduce negative campaigning. Fairer, better elections for candidates and parties includes: • Impartial, non-partisan election oversight and law enforcement. More Michigan voters are neither Republicans nor Democrats than identify with either of the ‘Big Two.’ In their partisan squabbles, I’ll be on the people’s side. • Audits of vote counts, fairer recount rules, preserving ballots as public records and empowering citizen challengers to watch over election processes. • Equal-opportunity public information for all candidates qualified to get votes — of any party, or none. “For details, see two of my ‘discussion papers online. “I will also protect other rights of Michigan citizens, including: • Our privacy rights against intrusive and unnecessary identification requirements. • Our rights to fair, good-quality service from those who sell and repair our vehicles — and public access to information about them that isn’t based on 30-year-old rules. “ V i s i t http://members.triton.net/jalp/jalp4FBE.html for more.” _______________________ Libertarian Scotty Boman “The next secretary of state will have 30 days to make a decision about the Real ID Act. One of the greatest threats to our liberty and privacy is an attempt to use identification documentation to build an international data- base. This database could then be used to track every citizens’ movements and purchases. Participation would be required to buy or sell. The major parties are not bringing this to public attention, so I have run to cast light on this and other similar schemes. ‘If elected I will ... • Reject the Real ID Act (before the 30-day deadline), Pass Act, or any other attempt to make State documents into de facto national ID cards. • End the use of RFID chips in driver’s licenses and state ID. • Permit a religious exemption from aforementioned database. • Minimize the collection of biometric information, at a minimal level of resolution. • Destroy used or extraneous personal information that could otherwise be abused. • Refuse to share information with external organizations without their citizens informed consent.” www.scottyboman.org _________________________ US Taxpayers Robert Gale The Gale Campaign did not respond to our requests. www.ustpm.org 87th DISTRICT, from page 1 tant to me on a very personal level,” he said. “As a working man, I have an insight into what effect the legislation has on the common taxpayer and how routinely our voices are disregarded in Lansing by our representatives.” Grieves is the Democratic candidate. He is the owner of Saranac Tank Inc. which fabricates plating tanks. “We have three things we have to do, manufactor (sic) things made in America. Jobs for people that graduate from high school. Stop pretending we do not have a problem, this is serious,” said Grieves. “I am pro choice, I believe in National health care. We need to keep Social Security. Stop going to war to get oil. Tax the rich more and the middle less.” Brian Calley currently serves as the 87th District state representative. He did not seek re-election to the House of Representatives in order to pursue the 33rd District Senate seat. Calley has since been tapped for lieutenant governor as Rick Snyder’s running mate. The 87th District includes all of Barry County and most of Ionia County. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing, business cards, invitations and all your printing needs. J-Ad Graphics’ PRINTING PLUS Performing at the beginning of the 2010 400 Club dinner were Trevor Ryan (left) and Dave Carr from the Community Music School. (Photo by Patricia Johns) 1351 N. M-43 Hwy.- north of Hastings city limits �Page 12 — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Candidates vie for Ehlers’ vacant U.S. House seat Jobs, spending concerns of congressional candidates seeking to replace the retiring U.S. Congressman Vernon Ehlers in the 3rd District have responded the J-Ad Graphics’ question, “What would you like to say to the people of Barry County in 500 words or less?” Their answers are as follows: Democrat Pat Miles “I am a life-long resident of the 3rd District. My grandfather was a farmer in Isabella County. My mom was a public school teacher for 30 years, and my dad worked at Steelcase. For the past two decades, I have worked as a business lawyer, helping small and family-owned businesses start, grow and create jobs in West Michigan. My work with businesses of all sizes has helped me understand the challenges businesses face and how to anticipate and prevent problems. “I have always made community service a priority. Among other commitments, I have headed the board of directors for the Inner City Christian Federation, the Greater Grand Rapids YMCA, Spectrum Health, DeVos Children’s Hospital Foundation and Aquinas College, as well as serving on the development committee for Heart of West Michigan United Way, as president of the Grand Rapids Bar Association and secretary-treasurer of the Hope Network board. “I am running for Congress because we need to create jobs in West Michigan. I am frustrated that the partisan bickering in Washington is preventing good policies from being enacted. We need people in Congress who will use common sense, reach across the aisle, work to find the best policies — regardless of party of ideology — and get things done. “I have proposed concrete plans to create jobs in West Michigan. I will work to create jobs through lowering taxes for small businesses including farms, instituting a payroll tax holiday to get money back in workers’ pockets, giving companies tax breaks on purchasing American-made equipment and supporting tax credits for research and innovation. We need to end tax breaks for corporations that ship jobs overseas. “We need a new commitment to investing in education. And we must balance the federal budget. I’m proposing a 5 percent pay cut for members of Congress each year the federal budget is not balanced. Congress should have to do what working families in West Michigan do when they miss their budget — they take a hit. We can’t continue the unsustainable and reckless spending from the past eight years. “I am honored to have broad support from Republicans, including three former Republican party chairmen who feel that my opponent is too far outside the mainstream. I will represent this district as a moderate. I will not support Nancy Pelosi for speaker of the house. “Most importantly, we need a representative in Congress who will work on finding solutions to our nation’s unprecedented challenges. I believe that there are good ideas from both political parties, and I will always vote in the best interest of this district.” www.patmilesforcongress.com _______________________ Republican Justin Amash “I am a husband and a father of three beautiful children. I am a Republican state representative, trained in economics and law. Brian Calley, a lieutenant governor nominee and state representative, strongly supports me. Time Magazine named me one of the 40 Under 40 Rising Stars in U.S. politics. “My principles are the ones that will grow our economy, protect our children from future debt and empower people instead of government bureaucrats. Those principles are limited government, economic freedom and individual liberty. Each time I vote on a bill, I work with those on both sides of the aisle to understand it. I seek the views of my constituents because that is what it means to be a representative. I vote in favor of the bill if it moves the law in the right direction and against the bill if it does not. I explain every vote I take on my Facebook page, and I personally answer questions about my votes. Too often, legislators are asked to vote on a bill with only minutes to read it. That is wrong, but my opponent supports that system. I have co-sponsored a joint resolution that will give every Michigan legislator and the public at least 72 hours to read the final language of a bill before voting on it. When I am not given time to read a bill, I vote no. I take seriously my responsibility to understand the language of a bill and the long-term consequences, even when there is pressure from special interests and party leaders to vote for it without independent judgment. I am not afraid to take a politically unpopular vote in defense of the principles that will benefit my constituents. “The choice in this election is clear. Do we want to continue the failed agenda of Speaker Pelosi, President Obama and Gov. Granholm, allowing the government to take more and more of our tax money to pay for more control of our businesses, our health care and our lives? Or do we want a smaller, more responsible government that protects life and liberty? I will work for a government that lives within its means, respects the Constitution and creates a low-tax, predictable, transparent environment in which businesses can grow, jobs can be restored and people can live free.” www.amashforcongress.com _______________________ Rutland township board approves 2011 budget by David DeDecker Staff Writer The Rutland Charter Township Board approved the 2011 budget of $418,563 at its meeting Oct. 13. According to Supervisor Jim Carr, cuts were made fairly across the board. Trustees voted to amend the 2010 budget by transferring $3,000 from the engineering services budget to the road maintenance budget for estimated road repairs. The 2010 amended budget stands at $431,988 with $363,264 paid out as of Sept. 30. Carr announced that he had attended a trails meeting. Parts of the trail along Heath Road will run within the road’s right of way. The Rutland Township Master Land Use Plan was approved unanimously. A copy of the plan is available at the township hall. A unanimous vote also was given to accept the planning commission’s recommendation to an amended waterfront development keyholing ordinance, or riparian water rights ordinance. Specifics of the ordinance are available at the Rutland Township Hall. Green Gables Haven Director Janie Bergeron spoke about township residents served by the shelter, reviewed the shelter’s budget and services provided. Bergeron explained that the shelter subcontracts with Psychological Consultants of Battle Creek which provides counseling services for clients. Green Gables has three full-time staff members and seven part-time case managers who serve as advocates for clients, assisting them with housing and other needs. The workers are paid between $8 and $9.50 per hour. Township Clerk Robin Hawthorne explained that the voting precinct facility will be physically divided in two by a portable wall as required by the state. Election committee members approved a list of election inspectors. Hawthorne noted that the inspectors cannot be convicted felons and should be a mix of Republicans and Democrats. Board approval was given for eight election inspectors (from those eligible) with three Republicans and five Democrats. Names of the inspectors are available by calling the township clerk. The next regular Rutland Charter Township Board Meeting will be Wednesday, Nov. 10, at 7:30 p.m., in the township hall. Stay informed on local events... Subscribe to The BANNER! Call... 945-9554 Green Party Charlie Shick The Shick Campaign did not respond to our requests. www.pickshick.org ___________________ Libertarian James Rogers “The 2010 and 2012 elections are critical to ‘changing the conversation’ in Washington and Lansing. As citizens, we are called to look closely at the people we elect to office. The campaign cycle during the primary and general elections are more about evaluating the character of the candidates than about who will be the best person to represent the voter. The answer to particular questions is less important than understanding how a candidate will conduct themselves in the public eye and more importantly, how they will act when we are not watching. “The Republican candidate has raised $611,584 this election cycle which includes $58,518 from political action committees and $257,313 on hand. The Democrat raised $449,862 with $36,325 from political action committees and $165,825 on hand. Big-dollar campaigns allow the candidate to market themselves to the voting public through, mail, print media, news media, cable and television. The message is carefully designed and delivered to the voters. Media attention is driven by the desire of the media to sell advertising and tap into the campaign cash held by the candidate. The campaigns try to reserve cash for future political efforts and re-election bids, depending on the temperament of the race. “The Libertarian Party of West Michigan works year-round to draw attention to the big pile of your money in Washington and Lansing that the two parties desire to control. This big pile of your money draws into the system even more money in the form of corporate interest, special interest and lobbyists who feed off the system to gain political influence of our representatives. This ‘new conversation’ will not begin until voters stop electing big party candidates and start sending ordinary citizens into government. “Why are so many voters joining the Libertarian Party this year? The primary reason is that voters are tired of being let down by Republicans and Democrats. They talk about small government, however, they never deliver on their promise. When was the last time we had a tax repealed? A department eliminated? Regulations eliminated or services transitioned to the private sector? All we ever see is the expansion of government year after year. “The two big party candidates in this 3rd District Congressional race have the courage to bicker and fight in the news media. They run negative television and radio advertising. They complain endlessly about each other in the daily news breaks and then fail to participate in debates sponsored by local citizen groups. What does that say about their character? If they are willing act like this during the campaign, then they will surely act like this as your representative in Congress. “The Republicans and Democrats do not want to see Libertarians elected to office. They know that our success will signal the end to their power. Electing Libertarian candidates like James Rogers to Congress will change the conversation in Washington and Lansing. Visit www.RogersforCongress 2010.com or www.lp.org to learn more.” _________________ US Taxpayers Ted Gerrard “This election is about you and the future of our country. I am Ted Gerrard the conservative alternative to the Big Money candidate. I have lived in Grand Rapids all my life except while serving in the U.S. Navy. I have a bachelor of science [degree] in education. After six years in the navy and 10 years as a business owner, I believe I have the life experience necessary to represent the people of the 3rd District. I believe the problems facing our country are difficult (debt, jobs, housing) but we have not reached the point of no return. The changes necessary to restore a vibrant economy will be difficult in the short term, but the sooner we turn back toward the Constitution and personal responsibility, the easier the transition will be. Today the U.S. is not a good investment because we have too much debt, and we continue to spend a $1.50 for every $1 we expect to take in. We must cut spending. I am calling for a 10 percent cut in federal spending. This is a start. Next, we must reduce regulations, not standards. With reduced regulation and reduced debt, more investment capital will become available, which will create jobs and increase tax revenue and fuel the debt-reduction cycle. We must understand increased freedom brings increased responsibility and the need for greater accountability. “With aspiration from high school in Grand Rapids to service as a U.S. naval submarine sonar technician, to an electrical contractor and small-business owner, I have resolved problems at every scale. I will use problem-solving ability for you in Washington. “I will attack the $1.4 trillion bipartisan budget deficit by cutting federal expenditures 10 percent across board. I will give the U.S. border patrol all they need to do their job, but hit the problem by strengthening law enforcement to remove the illegals from immigration. Small and big business needs to be treated equally, government shall not be our handicapper of winners and losers, because it is the American worker who will be the final loser. “I have two special-needs children and have been working with the consumer side of our social services system for 24 years. Based on personal experience with the system and my experience of customer service as a business owner, I believe we can improve the system and reduce cost while actually increasing quality of service. “I have 30 years’ experience as a problemsolver, I understand the process of looking beyond the symptoms in search of the true cause. I know the importance of testing solutions on a small scale before fully implementing the changes. We have 50 test labs. Governors and mayors should work together, looking at history to implement solutions at the local level, then grow them into state-wide programs. Take the good parts of different programs, pull them together and test the system in several states, in different regions of the country. As these programs develop in more states, the federal government could get involved with more open intrastate commerce regulations. • Run government more like a business. • Strengthen the home front. • Strong borders; penalize employer of illegals. • We have the right to defend ourselves. • Ecology and economy working as one. • Lead the world. • Charitable organizations are more efficient than government. • Support the troops and finish strong. • Aid allies; deprive adversaries. “As a representative, I can’t fix our problems alone. If elected, I will need your support to make the changes necessary to move our country forward.” www.tedgerrard.com or www.ustpm.org Lakewood board member being challenged Voters in the Lakewood school district will be deciding Tuesday between incumbent Gary Foltz and challenger Larry Steward for a four-year seat on the board of education. Steward is a life-long member of the Sunfield community, graduating from Sunfield High School in 1957. He has been on the Sunfield Township tax board. He earned a degree from Pennington College and has been involved in education 30 years, teaching science, biology and physical education in Ionia and Cement City. He also coached wrestling, football, boys and girls tennis, boys track and basketball Steward was president of the Ionia Education Association and currently is in charge of the budget at Sunfield United Brethren Church. He said he brings to the board the knowledge of what a teacher should bring to the classroom. He said teachers have gotten a bad rap from government and have been asked to do too many additional non-teaching requirements. “I want to provide an environment where teachers can educate,” he said. When asked if he foresaw a conflict of interest with his daughter Karen Raymond teaching at Clarksville, he said, “No, I have no ax to grind.” When asked about privatization, he said the school distract is not in the business to provide jobs for the community but does see benefits in hiring from the community. Steward said much of the communities’ identities are found in the elementary schools and after all the remodeling, he would vote to close one, only in extreme cases. He said he thinks the district has become top-heavy with administrators. “What makes good teachers is their relation to the students.” Foltz is a Lakewood graduate. He received a bachelor of science degree in business administration from Central Michigan University. He currently works for Michigan State University as a hospital administrator for the veterinary teaching hospital. He has previously worked as a banquet manager at the Lansing Hilton Inn and database manager at Engineering Management Associates. He is a member of Kilpatrick United Brethren Church. “I am seeking a seat on the school board so I can represent the wishes of many people I talk to in the Lakewood area,” said Foltz. “I also want to protect the interest of all of the individual communities in the district. I am committed to making good, common-sense decisions for Lakewood based on the facts available and the current financial situation we face.” Foltz said he originally ran for a seat on the school board because he didn’t want to see any of Lakewood’s local elementary schools closed. “This continues to be a priority, even though the issue is no longer a topic of discussion,” he said. “I believe that Lakewood’s most important issue, like that of all districts, is our budget crisis. Some of the budgetary decisions that have been made have not been easy ones, and unfortunately, we may be facing even more tough ones in the future. I will continue to make sure the interests of our children come first, even if this means that difficult decisions need to be made.” State’s number of registered voters up to 95.5 of those eligible Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land has announced that 7.28 million Michigan residents have registered to vote. That amounts to 95.5 percent of the voting age population. “With such an important election ahead, I’m pleased that so many people have registered to vote,” said Land, Michigan’s chief elections officer. “Now the next step is to cast a ballot on Nov. 2, either in person or by absentee ballot if you qualify. Everyone is encouraged to make their voice heard by voting.” Registration has climbed slowly throughout the year. In January, 7.21 million Michigan residents were registered to vote. By July, that number had risen to 7.24 mil- lion. These numbers are higher than in the 2006 gubernatorial election. That year, 7.18 million people were registered to vote. In Barry County, 42,763 residents were registered to vote in January. That number increased to 42,919 in July and to 42,997 in October, an overall gain of 235 since the start of the year. The deadline to register for the Nov. 2 election was Oct. 4. When going to the polls, residents are again reminded of the voter identification requirement. They will be asked to present photo ID at the polls, such as a Michigan driver’s license or identification card. Voters may visit the Michigan Voter Information Center at www.Michigan.gov/vote for information on absentee ballots and Michigan’s voter identification law. Residents will find a map to their local polling place and be able to print a sample ballot. They will also find information on voting equipment and contacting their local clerk. In addition, they can track the progress of their absentee ballot. Additional information is available on the Department of State Web site at www.Michigan.gov/sos �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — Page 13 McKeown Bridge Park near completion The Barry County Parks and Recreation Board, gathering to tour the McKeown Bridge Park which is near completion, includes (from left) Warren Wheeler, Joanne Barnard, Jim Cary, Debbie Jensen, Jim DeYoung, Sue Merrill, Rick Moore and Mark Paradowski. A view from the historic bridge’s north side shows the park’s easy access to parking, picnicking and a river overlook. On the river’s south side is a wheelchair-accessible overlook landing which is close to the parking lot, picnic tables and shade gazebo. This view of McKeown Bridge Park from a helicopter shows Thornapple Manor at top of the photo and boat trailer parking lot and walking path in the center and right. by David DeDecker Staff Writer The McKeown Bridge Park, across from Thornapple Manor east of Hastings, is nearing completion. The shade gazebo and benches, picnic tables and barbecue grills are ready for visitors. Walkways and trails run along both sides of the Thornapple River, with two spacious landings that overhang the river, one on each side. The landings were designed so visitors can fish or watch the Thornapple in comfort. Connecting the parks is the Historic McKeown Road Bridge, built in 1903. Once used for horse-drawn wagons and automobiles, the bridge is now used for walking across the Thornapple to enjoy both sections of the park. The last remaining iron-truss bridge in the county stands alongside a more modern concrete structure, preserved with help from the Barry County Historical Society. “Two key elements of the park are accessibility and maintenance-free design,” said Warren Wheeler, Barry County Parks and Recreation Board chairman. “We put the raw materials in that will last a long, long, time,” The grades of all the paths at the redesigned park are wheelchair friendly. The paths were designed to eliminate maintenance such as string trimming when maintaining the lawn. The boardwalks are built of dense Brazilian wood that is sustainable and extremely durable. The railings on the scenic overlooks will allow easy river fishing for children and those who may be wheelchair-bound. A large graveled, wheelchair-accessible loop or walking track wraps around the north side trailer parking lot and down to the river. Parking lots are available on each side of the river; the north lot is larger and has room for boat trailers after launching. Still under construction is a tiered boat launch on the north side of the river. The launch will be a step-down design with a steel rail for a canoe or boat slide into the water. Traffic signals at the crosswalk from Thornapple Manor to the park are solar-powered. Trash cans are numerous and conveniently placed. Plans still include restrooms in the north side trailer parking lot. Wheeler attributes the park concept to Debbie Jensen. The process started three years ago, but really picked up speed a couple of months ago, he said. The entire project cost was $325,000. A $214,000 grant from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund, Seen from a helicopter this view of the McKeown Bridge Park includes Thornapple Manor in the upper left corner, with parking lot and gazebo in center left. The boat trailer parking lot and walking path are in the upper right. A boardwalk and overlook platform on the north side of the Thornapple River give easy access to those who want to sit, fish or take in the scenery. This historic bridge designation tells how the bridge was built in 1903 for a mere $2,090 by Massillon Bridge Company. $20,000 from Barry County Parks and Recreation Board, $60,000 from Thornapple Manor, $34,000 Barry County Board of Commissioners and $7,527 from Barry Conservation District in the form of in-kind materials and labor. According to the State of Michigan website, the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund has been in place since 1976. It provides financial assistance to local governments and the Department of Natural Resources and Environment to purchase land or land rights for public recreation or protection of land due to environmental importance or scenic beauty. The fund also helps appropriate development of land for public outdoor recreation. The fund is supported by annual revenues from the development of state-owned mineral resources, largely oil and gas. The Barry County Parks and Recreation Board is looking for volunteers to maintain the park. This gazebo is designed for relaxing in the shade. There are benches but no picnic tables under the gazebo. Two picnic tables and grills are on either side of the gazebo. �Page 14 — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark C. Penrod, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated May 28, 2008, and recorded on May 30, 2008 in instrument 20080530-0005733, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty Thousand Three Hundred Thirty And 05/100 Dollars ($20,330.05), including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6, Block 11, H.J. Kentfield's Addition, according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 9 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550701 File #347961F01 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Andrew M. Berg, an adult married and Betty Jo Berg, an adult married, Mortgagors, to Greenpoint Credit Corp , Mortgagee, dated the 6th day of July, 1999 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 19th day of July, 1999 in Document No. 1032619 of Barry County Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Seventy Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty Four & 29/100 ($77964.29), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 18th day of November, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 7.4600% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the City of Delton, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: ORANGEVILLE TWP COMM AT THE SW COR NE 1/4 NE 1/4 OF SEC 9, T2N, R10W; TH NLY 450 FT ALG E 1/8 LINE SD SEC 9; TH ELY 10 FT AT RT ANG TO POB; TH CON'T NLY 232 FEET PAR WITH SD E 1/8 LINE; TH SELY TO A PT IN C/L OF LINDSEY RD WHICH LIES 559 FT NELY FROM INT SD C/L AND N 1/8 LINE OF SEC 9; TH SWLY 220 FEET ALG SD C/L; TH NWLY TO POB (01) During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 10/14/2010 Green Tree Servicing, LLC fka GreenPoint Credit Corp, Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Green Tree Servicing, LLC fka GreenPoint Credit Corp, 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 GTMO FHLMC Berg 77550502 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert W Garrett and Lynette S Garrett, AKA Lynette Sue Garrett husband and wife, Tenants by the Entireties, to JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A., successor in interest from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, as receiver for Washington Mutual Bank, Mortgagee, dated February 16, 2004 and recorded February 23, 2004 in Instrument Number 1122601, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-One Thousand Four Hundred Eleven and 12/100 Dollars ($41,411.12) including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on NOVEMBER 18, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: described in deed Liber 486, Page 842, ID# 08-09-024-007-00, being known and designated as: The West fifteen acres of the East forty-five acres of the West, one half of the Southwest, one quarter of Section 24, Town One North, Range Eight West, Johnstown Township, Barry County Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: October 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 362.8262 ASAP# FNMA3771201 10/14/2010, 10/21/2010, 77550529 10/28/2010, 11/04/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven J Skula and Cheri A Skula, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 25, 2009, and recorded on April 10, 2009 in instrument 200904100003945, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Nineteen and 16/100 Dollars ($169,919.16), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East and West 1/4 line of Section 32, Town 3 North, range 7 West, distant south 89 degrees 37 minutes 52 seconds West 637.10 feet from East 1/4 corner of said section, thence south 89 degrees 37 minutes 52 seconds west 230.00 feet along said 1/4 line; thence North 00 degrees 02 minutes 38 seconds West 330.01 feet; thence North 89 degrees 37 minutes 52 seconds East 230.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 38 seconds East 330.01 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Southerly 50 feet, thereof, for M-79 highway. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550865 File #344153F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHARLES C. REESE III, A MARRIED MAN and MICHELE REESE, HIS WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated July 2, 2004, and recorded on July 7, 2004, in Document No. 1130462, and modified, recorded April 19, 2010, in Document No. 201004190004036, and assigned by said mortgagee to FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Nine Dollars and Six Cents ($94,879.06), including interest at 5.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on November 18, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 610 OF THE CITY, FORMERLY VILLAGE OF HASTINGS, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 12, 2010 FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77550712 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE SALE Rana Razzaque TROTT & TROTT, P.C. 31440 Northwestern Hwy., Ste. 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE IF YOU ARE A BORROWER ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTENTION PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the circuit court at the request of the Defendant/Counter-Plaintiff. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest, as determined by the court. Barry County Circuit Court Case No. 10-193-CH NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE JUDICIAL SALE IN PURSUANCE and by virtue of a Judgment of the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, State of Michigan, made and entered on the 1st day of October 2010, wherein Stephanie Stolsonburg was the Plaintiff/Counter-Defendant and Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Soundview Home Loan Trust 2006-1 Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-1 was the Defendant/Counter-Plaintiff. The judgment established a debt owing to plaintiff in the amount of $143,133.77, plus post-judgment interest at an annual rate of 8% and other amounts recoverable pursuant to said judgment. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that in order to satisfy said judgment, in whole or in part, the property described below shall be sold at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, located at 220 W. State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 (that being the building in which the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held) on Thursday the 16th of December, 2010 at 1 pm local time. On this day and at this time, the following described property shall be sold: Said premises are situated in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 24, the Westerly 1/2 of Lot 25 and the South 10 feet of Lot 31, adjacent to said Lot 24 of Streeter's Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 37, also the South 10 feet of Lot 31, adjacent to the Westerly 1/2 of Lot 25 of said Streeter's Resort. Also an undivided 1/4 interest in Lot 29 of Streeter's Resort, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 37 Tax ID No. 08-16-215-020-00 Commonly known as: 11486 Lighthouse Ct. REDEMPTION PERIOD IS SIX MONTHS. Dated: 10/12/2010 For more information please call 248-723-5073 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 31440 Northwestern Hwy., Ste. 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334 File No. 250978L02 MARK SHELDON Deputy Sheriff for Barry County 77550857 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Timothy Hernandez, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 237 S Main St, Woodland, MI 488979702. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 26, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 26, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550892 File # 349453F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Michele R. Cady, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 609 Gregg St, Nashville, MI 49073-9314. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 26, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 26, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550885 File # 348982F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicolas Bryan aka Nicholas Bryan, a Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA, Mortgagee, dated September 19, 2008, and recorded on September 25, 2008 in instrument 20080925009488, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Four Hundred Twenty And 28/100 Dollars ($150,420.28), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the South 1/2 of the Northwest Fractional 1/4 of Section 18, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 0 Degrees 04 Mintues 11 Seconds West 960.0 Feet along the West line of said Section to the place of beginning; thence North 0 Degrees 04 Minutes 11 Seconds West 152.05 Feet along the said West line; thence North 89 Degrees 27 Mintues 21 Seconds East 193.0 Feet; thence South 0 Degrees 04 Minutes 11 Seconds East 153.02 Feet; thence South 89 Degrees 44 Minutes 38 Seconds West 193.0 Feet along the North line of the South 960.0 Feet of said Northwest 1/4 to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550522 File #343016F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHRISTINE L. PADGETT and SCOTT DELING, WIFE AND HUSBAND, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 16, 2009, and recorded on January 29, 2009, in Document No. 200901290000784, and assigned by said mortgagee to FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-Two Dollars and Five Cents ($225,362.05), including interest at 5.250% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on November 18, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THAT PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4, SECTION 17, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1/4; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 15 MINUTES 40 SECONDS EAST 1865.62 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 15 MINUTES 40 SECONDS EAST 210.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 02 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST 989.75 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF LOTS 43 - 47 OF GACKLER'S PAYNE LAKE PLAT; THENCE NORTH 39 DEGREES 55 MINUTES 20 SECONDS EAST 180.20 FEET; THENCE NORTH 16 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST 77.36 FEET (THE PREVIOUS TWO COURSES BEING ALONG THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF SAID GACKLER'S PAYNE LAKE PLAT); THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 02 MINUTES 50 SECONDS WEST, 1128.55 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 15, 2010 FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77550682 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 NOTICE CITY OF HASTINGS PUBLIC NOTICE ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 460 The undersigned, being the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the City of Hastings, Michigan, does hereby certify that Ordinance No. 460 TO AMEND CHAPTER 90 OF THE HASTINGS CODE OF 1970, AS AMENDED, BY AMENDING ARTICLE 1, SECTION 90-1 TO ADD DEFINITIONS OF MARIJUANA, MEDICAL MARIJUANA, AND MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARIES; BY AMENDING ARTICLE IX, DIVISION 1, BY ADDING SECTION 90-779 REGARDING THE PROHIBITION OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARIES; AND BY AMENDING SECTION 90-41 REGARDING THE DUTIES OF THE ZONING ADMINISTRATOR AND BUILDING INSPECTOR was adopted by the City Council of the City of Hastings at a regular meeting on the 25th of October 2010. A complete copy of this Ordinance is available for review at the office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM. 77550907 Thomas E. Emery City Clerk The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held Oct. 26, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77550773 Call 945-9554 any time for Hastings Banner classified ads CITY OF HASTINGS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Hastings will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, November 16, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Zoning Board of Appeals to hear comments and make a determination on a variance request by owner, Robert Erway, 927 North Boltwood Steet, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The applicant has requested a variance from Section 90-804 (5) of the City of Hastings Code of Ordinaces, that if granted, will allow an accessory building to be closer to the front lot line then the minimum set back requirement of 25 feet. Legal description of said property is: Dan Striker’s Addition N 1/2 Lots 4-5, Blk 3, Dan Striker Addition. Also Lot 3 Blk 3 Dan Striker’s Addition. Written comments will be received on the above request at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269-945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777. 77550853 Thomas E. Emery City Clerk �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — Page 15 LEGAL NOTICES SYNOPSIS RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING OCTOBER 13, 2010 -7:30 P.M. Regular meeting called to order and Pledge of Allegiance. Present: Greenfield, Bellmore, Hanshaw, Hawthorne, Flint, Carr Absent: Lee Approved the Agenda as presented. Approved the Consent Agenda as presented. Approved a 2010 budget amendment, transferring funds from engineering services to road maintenance, by roll call vote. 2011 Budget Public Hearing was held. Accepted Resolution #2010-129, approving various amendments to the Master Land Use Plan, by roll call vote. Accepted Ordinance #2010-139 for first reading, by roll call vote. Meeting Adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Attested to by, Jim Carr, Supervisor 77550756 www.rutlandtownship.org THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William C. Aldridge and Jacalyn K. Aldridge, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 5, 2006 and recorded June 12, 2006 in Instrument Number 1165862, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Eight Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Nine and 83/100 Dollars ($308,449.83) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on NOVEMBER 18, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel D: That part of the Southwest one fourth of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West one fourth corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 33.0 feet along the West line of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 20 seconds East 2949.13 feet parallel with the East and West one fourth line of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 22 minutes East 643.56 feet; thence South 37 degrees 18 minutes 00 seconds West 553.76 feet; thence South 40 degrees 40 minutes 00 seconds West 49.35 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 40 degrees 40 minutes 00 seconds West 205.15 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 12.58 feet; thence South 89 degrees 25 minutes 00 seconds West 372.70 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 169.53 feet; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 20 seconds East 506.38 feet to the point of beginning. Together with an easement for ingress and egress over that part of the Southwest one fourth of of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the South one fourth corner of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds West 480.0 feet along the South line of said Southwest one fourth thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 66.0 feet to the North line of Near Lane and the place of beginning for this description; thence South 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds West 33.0 feet along the North line of Near Lane; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 281.83 feet; thence Northeasterly 103.48 feet along a 66.50 foot radius curve to the right, the chord of which bears North 44,degrees 34 minutes 40 seconds East 47.03 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 281.46 feet; thence Northeasterly 103.48 feet along a 66.50 foot radius curve to the right, the chord of which bears North 44 degrees 34 minutes 40 seconds East 93.35 feet; thence North 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds East 98.59 feet; thence Northeasterly 52.13 feet along a 33.50 foot radius curve to the left, the chord of which bears North 44 degrees 34 minutes 40 seconds East 47.03 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 495.19 feet; thence North 89 degrees 25 minutes East 33.0 feet along the North line of the South one half of said Southwest one fourth, thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 561.05 feet; thence South 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds West 164.12; thence Southwesterly 52.13 feet along a 33.50 foot radius curve to the left, the chord of which bears South 44 degrees 34 minutes 40 seconds West 47.03 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 346.99 feet; thence South 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds West 136.99 feet; thence Southwesterly 52.13 feet along a 33.50 foot radius curve to the left, the chord of which bears South 44 degrees 34 minutes 40 seconds West 47.03 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 281.34 feet to the place of beginning. Also together with an easement for ingress and egress over that part of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds East 2452.0 feet along the South line of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 1321 .55 feet to the place of beginning of the Westerly line of a 33 foot wide easement; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 12.58 feet; thence North 40 degrees 40 minutes East 245.40 feet; thence North 37 degrees 18 minutes East 795.0 feet to reference point "A" and the place of ending of the Westerly line of said 33 foot wide easement. Also an easement over a 40 foot radius circle, the center of which is located South 52 degrees 42 minutes East 16.50 feet from the above described reference point" A". The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: October 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5508 ASAP# FNMA3769265 10/14/2010, 10/21/2010, 77550491 10/28/2010, 11/04/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Franklin D. Tate, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 1, 2003, and recorded on December 5, 2003 in instrument 1118694, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Forty-Seven and 79/100 Dollars ($131,047.79), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel A: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan and that part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at the Southeast corner of said Section 27; thence South 87 degrees 54 minutes 10 seconds West 470.0 feet along the South line of said Section; thence North 45 degrees 50 minutes 29 seconds East 573.78 feet to the point of curvature on the Southwesterly right of way line of S.T.L. M-37 (100 feet wide); thence North 56 degrees 00 minutes 30 seconds East 50.0 feet to the point of curvature on the centerline of said highway; thence Southeasterly 472 feet; more or less, along said centerline on a 1 degree 00 minute curve to the right to the South line of said Section 26; thence Westerly along said line 231 feet, more or less, to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550717 File #342155F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dwayne R Taggart and Tonya M Taggart, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2008, and recorded on October 29, 2008 in instrument 200810290010560, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Two Thousand Twenty And 35/100 Dollars ($162,020.35), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, of Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at a point on the West line of said Section 17, 966 Feet North of the Southwest corner of a place of beginning; thence South 224 Feet; thence East 258 Feet; thence North 100 Feet; thence in a Northwesterly direction to the place of beginning. Also Commencing at a point on the West Section line of Section 17, 573 Feet North of the Southwest corner of said Section 17; thence East 258 Feet; thence North parallel with the West Section line 169 Feet; thence West 258 Feet to the said West Section line; thence South 169 Feet on the West Section line to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550304 File #340627F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage executed by Sallye Gordon McLean, a single woman and Jeffrey Norman Beebe, a married man, as joint tenants with full rights of survivorship and not as tenants in common, and Linda K. Beebe, his wife, Mortgagors, to the Eaton Federal Savings Bank of Charlotte, Eaton County, Michigan, a corporation organized under the laws of the United States, Mortgagee, dated January 12, 2006 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan on January, 19, 2006 in Document 1159102, Pages 112, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due on September 30, 2010, for principal, interest, late charges and delinquent escrow balance, the sum of Two Hundred Seven Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy Eight and 96/100 Dollars, ($207,878.96), and said Mortgagee having elected to declare all sums secured by said Mortgage immediately due and payable because of the several defaults of the Mortgagors and no proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that by virtue of the power of sale contained in said Mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, the said Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction to the highest bidder, at the East steps of the Circuit Court Building, 206 W. State St., Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on October 28, 2010, at 1:00 o'clock, local time in the afternoon of said day, and said premises will be sold to pay the amount then due on said Mortgage, together with Seven and One Half, (7.500%) percent per annum interest, legal costs, attorney fees and also any taxes, insurance premiums and any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned Mortgagee which it deemed necessary to pay to protect its interest in the premises, which said premises are described in said Mortgage as follows, to wit: Parcel B, Lots 11 and 12 of Assessor’s Plat No. 1 in the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 62. Village of Nashville, County of Barry, State of Michigan. The redemption period will be Six (6) months from the time of such sale unless the property is deemed abandoned according to MCL600.3201 to 600.3280, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ronald J. Angus and Jacqueline S. Angus, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 5, 2005, and recorded on October 12, 2005 in instrument 1154352, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Nine And 38/100 Dollars ($150,199.38), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point North 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds West (recorded North) 1434.18 feet and South 89 degrees 27 minutes 36 seconds East (recorded East) 393.20 feet from the West 1/4 post of Section 22, Township 1 North, Range 7 West, Assyria Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North 01 degrees 01 minutes 48 seconds West, 203.08 feet along cemetery property; thence North 03 degrees 19 minutes 48 seconds East, 99.37 feet along said cemetery property; thence North 87 degrees 57 minutes 11 seconds West, 192.00 feet along said cemetery property to a point 208.69 feet East of the West line of Section 22; thence North 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds West1 337.32 feet; thence south 89 degrees 01 minutes 28 seconds West, 208.69 feet to a point on the West line of Section 22, distant South 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds East (recorded South) 566.28 feet from the Northwest corner of Section 22; thence North 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds West, 84.00 feet along the West Section line; thence North 89 degrees 01 minutes 28 seconds East, 208.69 feet; thence North 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds West, 51.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 27 minutes 36 seconds East, 175.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds West, 217.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 27 minutes 36 seconds East parallel with the North line of Section 22 and 208.69 feet South thereform, a distance of 945.68 feet to the West 1/8 line of Section 22; thence Southerly 996.73 feet along said 1/8 line; thence Westerly 936.15 feet, more or less, to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550648 File #342034F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by JEFFREY L. KENYON and DENISE P. KENYON, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated June 14, 2005, and recorded on September 9, 2005, in Document No. 1152460, and assigned by said mortgagee to GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Nine Thousand Eighty-Four Dollars and EightyEight Cents ($209,084.88), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on November 4, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DISTANT NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST 1299.40 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH 01 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 40 SECONDS EAST 1390.24 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 16 SECONDS EAST 907.53 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST 887.35 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST 220.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST 495.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST 687.53 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO A PRIVATE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS, EGRESS AND PUBLIC UTILITIES PURPOSES, 66 FEET WIDE, DESCRIBED AS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 13, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST, DISTANT NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST 1299.40 FEET FROM THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 01 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 40 SECONDS EAST 1390.24 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH 85 DEGREES 43 MINUTES 19 SECONDS EAST 66.37 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 01 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST 1396.82 FEET TO SAID SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 05 SECONDS WEST 66 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. SUBJECT TO HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY FOR M-43. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 4, 2010 GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77550353 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 SYNOPSIS PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP Regular Meeting October 13, 2010 EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK A Federally Chartered Savings Bank 236 S. Cochran Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813 Dated: September 30, 2010 77550031 Supervisor J. Stoneburner called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Supervisor J. Stoneburner, Clerk J. Owens, Treasurer K. McGuire, Trustee J. Grundy and Trustee R. Goebel Absent: none Also present were 12 guests. Pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence for our troops. Agenda was approved. Minutes were presented to the Board and approved. Barry County Commissioners Report given. Parks report received. Fire Departments report was placed on file. Approved medical leave of absence for Chief Richard Garrison with Robert Pence to assume the Fire Chief duties effective 9/26/2010. Police Department report was placed on file. Supervisor Report was received. Treasurer Report was received. Approval to authorize Kent Communications to print and distribute tax bill, not to exceed the price of $1500.00; also to allow use of postage of up to $1000.00. Clerk’s report was received. Approved the following budget amendments: Cemetery Budget: to increase by $2,000.00 Cemetery 101-276-930-000 Repair & Maintenance and decrease 101-276-975-000 Building Improvement Cressey by $2,000.00; Elections budget: 101262-702-800 Wages-Extra Recall increase $1,132.75, 101-262-814-800 Recount Change increase $1,112.50, 101-000-696-302 Budget for fund balance decrease $2,245.25 (taken from budget fund balance). Approve to pay Township bills for $33,230.93. Old Business: None New Business: Approved the bid from Tyler Brownell for snowplowing services to the Township Hall and Cemeteries, from October 13, 2010 through May 1, 2011, pending insurance requirements. Approve Resolution To Approve and Authorize Execution of Southwest Barry County Sewage Disposal System Contract, as amended with the following change: Southwest Barry County Sewage Disposal System Contract revised draft dated 9/27/10, page 7, Section 17. Letter a. shall read: The Authority is hereby authorized to extend the Authority System to serve any area in the Service District without the prior approval or consent of any of the Townships; if the cost of the extension is up to $300,000 it can be entirely funded from available Authority funds, as determined by the Authority Commission. Appointed Treasurer McGuire to Southwest Development Team. Authorized Supervisor Stoneburner to revise the automatic mutual aid agreement between BPH and Hickory Corners. Proposed that the BPH agreement be modified as follows: BPH building & ground cost to remain at 1/3 for each township; remaining cost of maintaining and operating BPH to be revised as follows: Hope 50%, Barry 30%, Prairieville 20% Public comments were received. Board comments received. Meeting adjourned at 9:33 p.m. Submitted by: Jill Owens, Clerk Attested to by: 77550901 Jim Stoneburner, Supervisor Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William F Paton, V, a single man and Erika Tyslicky a single woman as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 2, 2007, and recorded on March 9, 2007 in instrument 1177303, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty-Eight And 86/100 Dollars ($130,958.86), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land located in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 16, Town 1 North Range 9 West Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, and being more particularly described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section, 2803.19 feet for the point of beginning of the parcel hereinafter described said point also being 220.00 feet West of the center 1/4 post of said Section; Thence continuing North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West along said East and West 1/4 line 220.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 49 minutes 50 seconds East parallel with the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 400.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds East parallel with the said East and West 1/4 line, 220.00 feet thence North 00 degrees 49 minutes 50 seconds West parallel with said North and South 1/4 line 400.00 feet to the point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550541 File #341443F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Victor Goodrich, An Unmarried Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 10, 2004, and recorded on February 23, 2004 in instrument 1122583, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Corporation (USA) as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Two Thousand Ninety-Four and 15/100 Dollars ($172,094.15), including interest at 2.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, except 10 acres in the Northwest corner thereof, also except commencing 378 feet West of the intersection of Lacey and Schreiner Roads, thence South 250 feet, thence West 300 feet, thence North 250 feet, thence East to the place of beginning, also excepting from the above described description; A parcel of property located in the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as commencing 300 feet South of the intersection of Lacey and Schreiner Roads, thence West 378 feet, thence North 50 feet, thence West 300 feet, thence South 542 feet, thence East 678 feet, thence North 492 feet to the place of beginning. Also except part of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of said Section, thence North 660 feet along the East line to the point of beginning, thence West 695 feet at right angles to said East line, thence North 626.77 feet parallel to said East line, thence East 695 feet at right angles, thence South 626.77 feet along said East line to the point of beginning. Also except: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 11, thence West 378 feet, thence South 300 feet, thence East 378 feet, thence North 300 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550830 File #344108F01 �Page 16 — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Karl Adams and Channing L Adams, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 7225 Martin Rd, Lake Odessa, MI 48849-9610. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 22, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 22, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550770 File # 339998F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Bernard Kilmartin and Sandra Kilmartin, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 12105 Jackson Rd, Middleville, MI 49333-8590. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 22, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 22, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550849 File # 347836F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Lucas Beroza, Katrina Harter and Steven Beroza, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 4846 W Hickory Rd, Hickory Corners, MI 49060-9778. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 22, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 22, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77550767 File # 347971F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dorrance Hoffman, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated August 28, 2001, and recorded on September 6, 2001 in instrument 1066024, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand One Hundred Seventy-Two And 31/100 Dollars ($67,172.31), including interest at 8.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Southerly 255 feet of the Easterly 255 feet of the East 21 acres of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of section 18, Town 3 North, Range 7 West. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550517 File #342399F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN JUDICIAL DISTRICT 5TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY PROBATE ORDER FOR ALTERNATE SERVICE CASE NO. 10-531-CH Court Address: 220 W. State St., Hastings, MI 49058 Court Telephone No. (269) 945-1285 Plaintiff name(s) CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff’s attorney Bree Anne Stopera (P71734) TROTT & TROTT, P.C. 31440 Northwestern Hwy., Ste. 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334 248-341-4671 v Defendant name(s) Any and All Unknown Claimants, Owners, Heirs, Devisees, or Assignees or Unknown Claimants or Owners to the Manufactured Home Located at 4109 E. Joy Road Shelbyville, Michigan 49344-9652 In the Matter of Citimortgage, Inc. vs. Charles R. Wiltse, et al. THE COURT FINDS: 1. Service of process upon defendant Any and All Unknown Claimants, Owners, Heirs, Devisees, or Assignees, etc... cannot reasonably be made as provided in MCR 2.105, and service of process may be made in a manner which is reasonably calculated to give defendant actual notice of the proceedings and an opportunity to be heard. IT IS ORDERED: 2. Service of the summons and complaint and a copy of this order may be made by the following method(s): a. First Class mail to 4109 E. Joy Road, Shelbyville, MI 49344-9652. b. Tacking or firmly affixing to the door at 4109 E. Joy Road, Shelbyville, MI 49344-9652. d. Other: Via publication pursuant to MCR 2.201(D), per 2.106(D). 3. For each method used, proof of service must be filed promptly with the court. Date: 10/18/10 James H. Fisher, Judge. 77550903 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Erin Merritt, a single woman and John F. Merritt, a married man and Jane Merritt, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 18, 2008, and recorded on April 24, 2008 in instrument 200804240004444, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Thousand Four Hundred SeventySeven And 67/100 Dollars ($85,477.67), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lot 997 and the East 1/2 of the North 1/2 of Lot 998 of City Formerly Village of Hastings, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Liber A of Plats, Page 1 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550321 File #340480F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Brian Lebeck and Katie Lebeck, Husband and Wife to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2004 and recorded July 28, 2004 in Instrument # 1131505 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned through mesne assignments to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-IA1 by assignment of mortgage dated September 29, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy Thousand Three Hundred Eighteen Dollars and Sixty-One Cents ($70,318.61) including interest 5.95% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on December 2, 2010 Said premises are situated in Village of Delton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 51, J.R. Bush's First Addition to the Village of Delton, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 33. Commonly known as 148 Low St, Delton MI 49046 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 10/28/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-IA1 Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77550909 Our File No: 10-30518 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Tricia Mosley, and Anthony Mosley, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 24, 2007, and recorded on July 10, 2007 in instrument 1182789, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Thirty-One Thousand One Hundred Ninety And 79/100 Dollars ($331,190.79), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 5 of thornapple Hills Site Condominium, according to the Master Deed Recorded in Liber 560 on Page 416, together with an undivded interest in the common and limited elements of said Condominium as set forth in said Master Deed and as described. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550064 File #282924F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Andrea Sypniewski, an unmarried woman and Dorothy Sypniewski, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 14, 2006, and recorded on October 3, 2006 in instrument 1170890, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to OneWest Bank, FSB as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty And 48/100 Dollars ($79,980.48), including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 1 and 4, Block 10, Assessor's Plat Number 3 of the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 11, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550687 File #345312F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Daniel R. Hicks and Shelly M. Hicks, husband and wife, to CitiMortgage, Inc. successor by merger with CitiFinancial Mortgage Company, Inc., Mortgagee, dated November 14, 2005 and recorded November 22, 2005 in Instrument Number 1156653, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Four Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Nine and 30/100 Dollars ($184,499.30) including interest at 9.45% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on DECEMBER 2, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 91, 92, 110, 111, and 112 of Lakewood Estates according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 19. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: October 28, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.8922 ASAP# 3788259 10/28/2010, 77550896 11/04/2010, 11/11/2010, 11/18/2010 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Michael Lee Secord 2879 West State Road Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: October 28, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 426.2031 77550894 ASAP# FNMA3788373 10/28/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Daniel Rininger and Michelle Rininger, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 21, 2005, and recorded on April 27, 2005 in instrument 1145525, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Seven and 09/100 Dollars ($125,447.09), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2 of Reppert Acres, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 26 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550837 File #295850F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Daniel Leo Young and Colleen Young, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 30, 2007, and recorded on October 31, 2007 in instrument 200710310003701, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Four Hundred Fifteen And 30/100 Dollars ($80,415.30), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 4, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 17, E.W. Bliss Replat, according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 3 of plats, Page 24 of Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 7, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550309 File #266644F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Eric Dykstra and Melissa Dykstra aka Melissa A Dykstra, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 1, 2006, and recorded on March 22, 2006 in instrument 1161582, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Seven Thousand Six Hundred Eight and 12/100 Dollars ($87,608.12), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 35 of Fairview Estates No. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 6 of plats, Page 8, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550887 File #242524F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rockne Allen Boze, single man, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated May 22, 2009, and recorded on June 19, 2009 in instrument 200906190006460, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-One Thousand and 12/100 Dollars ($151,000.12), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4. Also: The South 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, except a right of way for ingress and egress over the North 40 feet of the South 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, all lying in Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 10 West, Prairieville Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550880 File #344969F01 ��Page 18 — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner be suspended upon payment of his costs and restitution, in total $1,128. The charge of operating while intoxicated, third offense felony, was dropped by the prosecutor. Jeffrey J. Johnson Jr., 21, of Battle Creek was sentenced Oct. 20 for criminal sexual conduct, third degree, with a person 13 to 15 years old and for violation of probation. He was ordered to serve four months in jail with credit for 77 days served. Johnson must continue to serve the 60-month probation ordered on June 2. He also must pay $628 in court costs; the balance of jail time could be suspended upon payment of $500. An additional charge of criminal sexual conduct, third degree, with a person age 13 to 15 was dropped. Susan P. Scott-Hough was sentenced Oct. 21, for operating under the influence of liquor, third offense. Scott-Hough, 48, of Hastings, was ordered to serve 30 days in jail with credit for two days served. She will be on probation for 24 months. She was ordered to pay $1,128 in costs and restitution, with the balance of jail time to be suspended upon payment of $250. Charges of operating with no license or multiple licenses and being a habitual offender were dropped by the prosecution. A 27 year-old Hastings man was sentenced for two counts of controlled substance deliv- ery/manufacture of marijuana. Oct. 21, Michael S. Thiel was ordered to serve eight months in jail with credit for 55 days served. He also will serve 36 months on probation. Thiel must pay $1,496 in costs and restitution and may suspend the balance of jail time with payment of $1,196. His license was suspended for 355 days with restrictions after 60 days for treatment, employment or probation. Two additional charges of controlled substance delivery/manufacture of marijuana and a count of controlled substance maintaining a drug house were dropped by the prosecutor’s office. Enrico Plazola, 20, of Hastings was sentenced Oct. 20 for controlled substance possession of methamphetamine. Plazola was granted 7411 status and will serve 12 months probation. He was sentenced to six months in jail with credit for one day. He also was ordered to pay $628 in court costs. Eugene A. Shaver, 62, of Kentwood was sentenced Oct. 20 for operating under influence of liquor, third offense. Shaver will serve three months of jail time, with credit for two days served. He also will serve 18 months of probation. The last 60 days of jail time may Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale National Ads Lost & Found AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT KNOWINGLY accept advertising which is deceptive, fraudulent or might otherwise violate law or accepted standards of taste. However, this publication does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of any advertisement, nor the quality of goods or services advertised. 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The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Sentenced Oct. 20, Leroy Hill of Hastings, pleaded guilty to sexual offender failure to register. Hill, 29, will serve 60 months in jail with credit for 50 days served. He also must serve 24 months on probation and pay $628 in court costs. The charge of sexual offender failure to comply with reporting duties was dropped. POLICE BEAT Marijuana clinic has uniformed guests Two arrest warrants were issued Oct. 9 on subjects affiliated with a medical marijuana clinic in Nashville. A sweep of the residence by Nashville Police, assisted by Barry County Sheriff’s Deputies, revealed a violation of the medical marijuana law. Further investigation discovered child support warrants out of Barry and Eaton counties for another subject. Further charges are being sought for the medical marijuana act violation. State’s policy on studded tires Children hurt after Monday crash Hastings Police responded to an accident at the intersection of South Hanover and remains unchanged Shriner streets Oct. 25. The accident occurred when a vehicle driven by a 60-year-old Despite recent media reports to the contrary, no changes have been made to the law governing studded tire use on Michigan roadways. While Michigan law allows use of studded tires under certain circumstances, to date, no manufacturer of studded tires has supplied information to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) that their product meets or exceeds the required pavement wear specifications. Rules regarding traction devices state that, “Studs or other traction devices shall not be used unless they wear either concrete or asphalt pavements, typical of those in this state, at a rate not to exceed 25 percent of the reference standard studded tire.” “Motorists may only use tires that meet the criteria as set forth in the administrative rules,” said State Transportation Director Kirk T. Steudle. “This is very important ... studded tires that do not meet these standards will damage our roads and bridges.” For more information on the law regarding studded tires, visit the Michigan Legislature website. For more information on the administrative rule, visit the state office of administrative hearings and rules. Hastings man turned into the path of a southbound vehicle driven by a 32-year-old Dowling man. The impact of the collision caused the Dowling man’s vehicle to careen into a utility pole. Mercy Ambulance responded to the scene and transported three passengers, all children, to Pennock Hospital. Technology lengthens arm of the law Hastings Police responded to a car theft reported Oct. 24 at a West Grant Street residence. A 15-year-old male, suspected of taking a family’s 2010 Chevy Impala, was located in Walker later that afternoon after making phones calls with a stolen phone. Verizon was able to pinpoint his location, and a short time later, he was spotted by a Walker police officer on Alpine Avenue. The teen was stopped and taken into custody without incident after the vehicle was disabled by its OnStar system. The teen is facing charges for violating probation conditions, driving without a license and for unauthorized driving away of an automobile. He was lodged at the Kent County Juvenile Detention Center. Bicyclist flip-flops through the tulips Hastings Police received a report from a delivery driver of a reckless bicyclist riding on West State Street shortly after 4 a.m. Oct. 24. Responding officers located the 24-year-old Hastings man, who, when approached, fled on foot. Officers pursued and caught the man after he unsuccessfully tried to jump a flower box. The bicyclist told officers he believed he was wanted on a warrant. He did not have outstanding warrants but was cited by officers for being a disorderly person. The man was then released. Smokes, crystal benched in courthouse Barry County District Court representatives contacted the sheriff’s office Oct. 22 about a suspicious pack of cigarettes, which had been left on a bench in the court hallway. Investigation of the pack of Basic 100s uncovered a dime-sized piece of aluminum foil just inside the cellophane wrapper. Deputies found a brownish-pink crystal inside the foil, believed to be methamphetamine. Several people had handled the pack before deputies arrived. There are suspects at this time. Michigan’s new drunk driving Broken door is only evidence in Freeport law takes effect Oct. 31 Oct. 21, deputies responded to a breaking and entering at L&J Variety Store in Freeport. Upon arrival, deputies saw that the front door of the store was broken but determined all was safe inside. There are no suspects, no evidence and no available fingerprints. Starting Sunday, Michigan’s new high blood alcohol content (BAC) drunk driving law takes effect, with enhanced penalties for first-time drivers convicted of operating with a BAC of .17 or higher. Because the new laws effective date is Oct. 31, it also coincides with additional federally funded drunk driving patrols in 35 counties, that began earlier in the week and continue through Halloween. The law creates a new high-BAC category of operating while intoxicated. BAC refers to the alcohol content in a person’s blood, breath or urine. This new operating while intoxicated offense provides for enhanced criminal and driver’s license sanctions. The legislation was sponsored by Sen. Alan Cropsey (R-DeWitt) and Rep. Bob Constan (D-Dearborn Heights). Sen. Patricia Birkholz (R-Saugatuck Township) and Rep. Marc Corriveau (D-Northville) sponsored related legislation that will establish a DWI/sobriety court ignition interlock pilot project in 2011. Among the enhanced penalties, convicted drivers could face: • Up to 180 days in jail (increased from 93 days). • Fine of $200 but not more than $700 (increased from $100 but not more than $500). • One year license suspension with restrictions permitted after 45 days (increased from six-month license suspension with restrictions permitted after 30 days). Other penalties that remained unchanged include: • Up to 360 hours community service. • Cost of prosecution. • Immobilization not exceeding 180 days allowed. • Six points on the driving record. • Mandatory alcohol treatment program or self-help program for a period of not less than one year. Motorists who wish to have limited driving privileges following a 45-day license suspension may do so only after a breath alcohol ignition interlock device is installed on their vehicles. Installation and monthly fees are the responsibility of the driver. An ignition interlock requires a driver to blow into the device and prevents a vehicle from starting if it measures a BAC of .025 or above. In addition, the device requires periodic retests when driving longer periods. The device records the date and time of each test and any violation is reported to the Department of State. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations review of research, ignition interlocks reduce recidivism among first-time and repeat DWI offenders, with reductions in subsequent DWI arrests ranging from 50 to 90 percent while the interlock is installed on the vehicle. A related law will take effect in 2011 that establishes restricted driver’s license requirements for individuals participating in the sobriety court interlock project pilot program. The program will allow repeat alcohol offenders to obtain a restricted license and drive a vehicle that has an ignition interlock device. Participants will be limited to driving to and from work, school or a treatment program. Man, triple the limit, gives up the bag A 30-year-old Hastings man failed to negotiate a curve Oct. 17 while westbound on Heath Road near Mead Street in a 2002 Pontiac Bonneville. The man admitted to traveling more than 50 miles per hour around a curve marked 35 mph. When given a Breathalyzer test, which registered .25 percent, the man apologized for driving drunk, said he deserved to go to jail, and produced a baggie of marijuana. Deputies arrested the man for operating while intoxicated and possession of marijuana. Door locked, contents missing in home When a Hastings man returned home Oct. 8 he noticed several items missing and called Barry County deputies. The complainant reported that his door was still locked but his television, DVD player, Wii system, two Wii guitars, several games and DVDs along with a jar full of change were missing. Deputies found no pry marks on the door and no fingerprints. Bus ‘trip’ ends at county jail Barry County Sheriff Deputies assisted the South West Enforcement Team by serving a felony warrant on a 50-year-old Woodland man Oct. 22. When deputies arrived at the Bayne Road residence, the suspect’s brother said the man was in a bus out back. The man was found, and after a short altercation, was arrested. A Breathalyzer test registered .28 percent. The man was transported to the Barry County Jail and SWET was informed of the arrest. Smokey and the purse bandit hit lake home Deputies responded to a purse-snatching report Oct. 16 along Parker Drive on Gun Lake. The complainant said she had left her brown leather purse in the car while working with her husband at an estate sale. According to her husband, when he went to verify the purse missing from their car, he smelled cigarette smoke. Neither the husband or wife smoke. The couple gave descriptions of people attending the estate sale. Deputies contacted local gas stations for stolen credit card use, checked area trash cans and stopped a car with two women matching descriptions. The purse was not found, and no evidence was recovered. Friend had something to grind Oct. 18, a business couple went to the Barry County Sheriff’s office to report misuse of their credit card. The couple’s friend, and sometimes employee, rented a stump grinder and charged it to the couple’s credit card. When interviewed, the friend said he intended to pay with cash. The rental agency said there was a misunderstanding. When the machine was rented, the impression, by the employee, was the rental was for a work site . Therefore the rental was charged to the couple’s account. The friend apologized for any misunderstanding. The couple’s money was refunded and the friend was billed for the stump grinder. No charges will be pressed at this time. Letter was too good to be true A 70-year-old Hastings woman said she received a letter from Safe Trust Financial based in Toronto. According to the woman, she opened the letter Oct. 18 and read that she had won $100,000 in the North American Lottery. With the letter was a check for $3,255 which was allegedly intended to cover her taxes on the lottery winnings. In order to collect the remaining $96,745, she only had cash the enclosed check and mail back a check for the estimated $2,450 in taxes. Barry County Deputies advised her not to cash the check, and a police report was filed. Green’s Medical Marihuana Clinic Let Us Help Get Your Certification For Use of Medical Marihuana OPEN 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS (517) 77550672 COURT NEWS 852-1767 109 N. Main St., Nashville MI CALL FOR ANY QUESTIONS Call 945-9554 any time for Hastings Banner classified ads �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — Page 19 Final lawn mower race is Saturday Appointees seeking election in Prairieville Township by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Tuesday’s election for treasurer and trustees in Prairieville Township may be a little complicated for voters. Listed on the ballot for a one partial term for township treasurer which, expires on Nov. 20, 2012, are Republican Deb Newhouse and Kassandra McGuire. McGuire, who is running without party affiliation, did not respond to the Banner’s request for information or answer questions presented to her. Newhouse withdrew from the election after the ballots were printed. “If Deb Newhouse wins, she will not accept the position,” said Prairieville Township Clerk Jill Owens. Running for two partial term trustee positions that will expire Nov. 20, 2012, are Republicans Rod Goebel, Jim Grundy and Democrats David G. Kloth and Normajean Nichols. Also on the ballot running unopposed for a partial term expiring Nov. 20, 2012, as parks commissioner is Republican Rebecca Kahler. Following are the responses received from Goebel, Grundy and Kloth (Nichols did not respond to the request for information): Goebel is an incumbent who was appointed to replace a trustee who resigned for health reasons. He graduated from Gull Lake and attended Kalamazoo Valley and Grand Rapids community colleges. He is employed as a skilled tradesman at General Motors. He has been a millwright and pipefitter at GM and spent several years working for Barry County. Goebel’s political experience includes three terms as the Barry County District 8 commissioner. He also served on the Prairieville Township Planning Commission. He is a deacon at Prairieville Bible Church. “I am seeking the position because I believe my experience as commissioner is of value to the people of the township. I accept- ed the appointment during the recall effort, when nasty things were being said, and someone had to step in to do the job despite the heat,” he said. “As we move on from all that, other issues, primarily revenue-sharing reductions and budget pressures, will need to be dealt with while maintaining service and safety. Because the state is in a weak position, it will be important to maintain strong township finances.” He concluded, “Change means that local government will see a different economic mix and perhaps need to accommodate more home occupations.” When asked who the best candidate was, he replied, “The people can choose among good candidates. I will let my past service speak for me.” Grundy is an incumbent and was appointed to fill a vacant trustee position in January. He has a bachelor’s degree from the Rose Hulman Institute in Terra Haute, Ind., and a master of science degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Michigan Dearborn. He graduated from the Chrysler Institute in 1969. He worked for Chrysler from 1967 to 1971, for Teledyne Continental Motors in Muskegon from 1971 to 1979, for Eaton Corporation in Galesburg from 1979 to 1995 and in Shanghai, China, from 1995 to 2000. He noted that his skills include 33 years of experience in engineering, quality, organizational and business development and management. “I am very familiar with analyzing problems and then developing solutions,” said Grundy. “I am also familiar with implementing organizational improvements and monitoring the results.” He is currently a Realtor with Jaqua Realtors and has served on the Prairieville Township Zoning Board of Appeals since 2005. Since being appointed to the township board in January he has actively been part of the process to hire a new assessing entity for the township, helping analyze, identify and select a new organization for the township employee pension plan, working on the 2010/2011 budget, and evaluating the costs and benefits of the townships participation in the BPH fire department. He was a mentor for a boy for three years through the KAAP program, after visiting Tanzania in 2007 helped create a Kilimanjaro Guides Scholarship Foundation in 2008 which has provided five scholarships. When asked why he is seeking a seat on the township board, he said, “I want to help the township board provide concerned, efficient, cost-effective township government to the taxpayers.” When asked why he is the best candidate, he said, “I have significant business experience, problem-solving skills and management and organization development skills. I understand property valuations, having been a Realtor since 2002. I understand lake issues having lived in three lake homes. I understand agriculture issues, having been raised on a farm in Indiana. “The most important issue facing the township is providing the required services in this era of reduced government income. The solution is to identify the key cost drivers, to determine if cost reductions are feasible/practical/desirable and to implement cost-savings programs.” When asked why Prairieville Township voters should select him, he replied, “I am not a politician. They should vote for me if they want an experienced problem-solver.” Kloth has lived in Prairieville Township for more than 40 years. He works for the State of Michigan as a power plant operator. Previously, he worked for 36 years at a paper mill in Otsego. “During the 36 years I worked there, I was active in the mill leadership committee,” he said. “I also served as a union steward and was chief negotiator for 10 years for our Local of Firemen and Oilers.” This is his first time seeking an elective office. “I want to become more active in my community and represent the people of Prairieville Township,” he said. “I feel the biggest issue facing the township is how to keep an effective government without cutting essential services and representation for all people.” “At this time, I have no solutions or proposals ready to help cut costs for the township,” he said. “It is an issue that must be handled by the township board and the people of Prairieville Township.” by Brett Bremer Championship minus the trophy not as neat to see Delton Kellogg’s Jack Magelssen and Pennfield’s Tom VanWeinen were both new head coaches at their respective schools three years ago. VanWeinen said Tuesday, after his girls knocked off Delton Kellogg in five games, that when the two first started Magelssen purchased a jug at a garage sale. Magelssen showed what was to be the “Panther Jug”, and go to the winner between the two teams in KVA action each year, to VanWeinen. “We haven’t seen it in three years,” VanWeinen said. “We hadn’t seen it since then.” Pennfield had seven losses last season, and three of them were to Delton Kellogg. Delton hadn’t lost a match in the KVA prior to Tuesday since the league tournament in 2007. I still haven’t seen the Panther Jug. Everybody loves trophies, but other than at random Saturday invitationals in sports like golf, volleyball and wrestling they’re few and far between. Teams have to win a district championship or a conference tournament before they get to raise a trophy and celebrate on the field of play. There were a lot of differences between the kinds of celebrations I saw from the Belding and Holland boys’ soccer teams who won district championship in soccer last week and the one I saw from the Thornapple Kellogg varsity football team which won a conference title outright last week. The biggest difference, the Trojans didn’t get a trophy. Now, I understand that the Trojans weren’t guaranteed to win the league title outright Friday. Hastings or Grand Rapids Catholic Central could have earned a share if the Trojans had faltered against Ottawa Hills at Grandville High School. But the trophy should have been there. The TK boys should have lined up for a team photo with a single finger held in air in front of their smiles, and a trophy in a captain’s hands. Caledonia’s boys and Forest Hills Eastern’s girls had the chance to celebrate with their trophies at Johnson Park after the O-K Gold Conference Meet last Tuesday. There were trophies at the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division cross country jamboree Saturday. I’m guessing it has something to do with all of the league’s teams being a part of a final event of the season. Even at Lakewood Saturday, new athletic director and current girls’ basketball coach Tal Thompson said that it’s against the league by-laws or whatever to present a trophy. A couple years ago when his girls won the CAAC-White basketball title, he had to ask permission from the visiting coach to be able to have the trophy present to be passed on to the team after the contest. There was a time when part of the character building process was watching the victors being honored that way. Teams which lost championship matches were ridiculed for not staying on the sideline and watching their opponents get their district medals and trophies. Now we’re trying not to hurt feelings by having celebrations in private, or not at all. Trophies now often end up in the high school office, before being shipped along to a display case. These kids earned their titles on the field, I think it’d be nice to see them celebrate it on the field - with the trophy. The Barry County Grass Clippers will close out the 2010 season with a open invitational race Saturday, Oct. 30, at the Barry Expo Center. Racers from all over the state have been invited to attend. “Get a early start on trick-or-treating. Bring the kids and get some candy,” said organizer Joe Misak. Time trials begin at 1 p.m., with heat racing and features following. “This is just a fun race to get together one last time before winter and enjoy the nice weather of October,” added Misak. “We have had a great year making new friends and showing a lot of new people what lawn mower racing is all about.” Race rules and information will be avail- Kodi Misak gets up on one wheel. able at the race Saturday’s admission is $5; kids 12 and under are admitted free. High School Sports Schipper 7th in breaststroke at Coaches Association Meet Alexa Schipper had the best finish of any Trojan at Saturday’s Michigan Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Association Invitational Meet at Eastern Michigan University. Schipper placed seventh, out of 87 swim- Saxon Sports Shorts Freshmen Football The Saxon freshmen football team closed out its season with a 42-18 win over Wayland Thursday. After falling behind 6-0 in the first quarter, the young Saxons put together four scoring drives of their own to post a 28-6 lead. Wayland cut that lead to 28-12 before the half, but the Saxon defense would shut the Wildcats down in the second half allowing only a late score after the Saxons had taken a 42-12 lead. For the year the Saxon freshmen finish with six wins against three losses, going five and two in the league. JV Football The Hastings junior varsity football team finished its season with a 6-2-1 record by winning its last game of the season against Wayland 36-6 Thursday. Tony Zalewski found the end zone twice, and John French, Chris Dittman and Ed Kosta also scored rushing touchdowns for Hastings running behind the blocking of Mike Racine, Cal Lentz and Jacob Powell. French and Tony Gibson each ran in a twopoint conversion for the Saxons, and Ben Kolanowski connected on two extra-point kicks. The Saxon defense was led by David Pierce with two interceptions, Travis Sixberry with a forced fumble and Alex Pohl with a fumble recovery. mers, in the 100-yard breaststroke with a time of 1 minute 9.67 seconds. Thornapple Kellogg/Hastings head coach Carl Schoessel said all of his girls swam well. TK/Hastings had eight entries in the meet, in seven different events. The only event where the Trojans had two entries was the 50-yard freestyle where Schipper placed 61st in 26.60 seconds, and teammate Natalie VanDenack 26th in 25.80. That pair also teamed up with Kaylee DeMink and Patricia Garber to place 41st in the 200-yard freestyle relay with a time of 1:47.10. TK/Hastings qualified for all three relay races, with the team of Kayla Strumberger, Schipper, DeMink and Garber placing 26th in 1:58.73 to start the meet in the 200-yard medley relay. The team of Kayla Kroells, DeMink, Garber and VanDenack was 48th in the 400-yard freestyle relay with a time of 4:01.00. VanDenack also placed 35th in the 100yard freestyle with a time of 56.51, and Strumberger was 53rd in the 100-yard backstroke in 1:04.82. Thursday the Trojans topped West Catholic 103-83, on a record-setting night. Strumberger set a new team record in the 100-yard backstroke, winning the race against the Falcons in 1:04.59. It was the second big finish of the night for the Trojan team. VanDenack qualified for the state finals in winning the 100-yard freestyle with a time of 55.49. Strumberger teamed with Schipper, DeMink, and Garber to win the night’s first race, the 200-yard medley relay in 1:59.53. The TK/Hastings’ girls won all three relays. Schipper, Casidee Martin, Kroells and VanDenack teamed to win the 200-yard freestyle relay in 1:47.99. Kroells, Garber, DeMink and VanDenack won the 400-yard freestyle relay in 4:03.70. Other winners for TK/Hastings were VanDenack in the 50-yard freestyle (25.73 seconds) and Schipper in the 100-yard breaststroke (1:11.25). S A LT S A L E FRIDAY, OCT. 29 • 8 AM-5 PM SATURDAY, OCT. 30 • 9 AM-12 NOON SALT Cash & Carry 50-lb. Cube $ 14 SALT ........................... Hastings’ Carter wins McCracken Shoot Out again Hastings sophomore Taylor Carter recently took first place in the McCracken Basketball Camp Super Shoot Out Finals Oct. 17 in Fort Wayne, Ind. 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Pennfield is in the state playoffs for the 12th consecutive season, and will travel to Middleville to take on the Thornapple Kellogg Trojans in a Division 4 Pre-District contest Friday at 7 p.m. Pennfield has only missed the playoffs three times since 1991. Both teams enter the postseason with 7-1 records. Pennfield’s lone loss was against undefeated Constantine, the second ranked team in the state in Division 6. The Panthers are among the honorable mention in the rankings in Division 4, led by quarterback Nic Acton who was the Kalamazoo Valley Association’s top passer this season with 1,086 yards and 15 touchdowns. Thornapple Kellogg heads into the postseason ranked seventh in Division 3, but dropped to the smaller division and won’t have any chance to meet the lone team to beat it during the season, Hastings. The Saxons open the Division 3 tournament at home against Grand Rapids Christian Friday night. The Saxons closed out a 7-2 regular season by winning at Wayland Friday. Christian was just 6-3 this season, but its three losses were to perennial powers East Grand Rapids, Lowell, and Grandville in O-K White Conference action. The Eagles did score a 58-28 win over South Christian, a team which handed Hastings one of its two losses this season. The other half of the Saxons’ Division 3 District 1 tournament is a contest between East Grand Rapids and Byron Center Friday night. In the other half of TK’s Division 4 District 2, Vicksburg travels to take on Lansing Sexton. Current Records Thornapple Kellogg Hastings Lakewood Delton Kellogg Maple Valley O-K Gold Thornapple Kellogg G.R. Catholic Central Hastings Forest Hills Eastern Caledonia 8-1 7-2 4-5 2-7 1-8 overall (league) 8-1 (6-1) 7-2 (5-2) 7-2 (5-2) 5-4 (4-3) 4-5 (4-3) South Christian Ottawa Hills Wayland 4-5 (3-4) 2-7 (1-6) 1-8 (0-7) KVA overall (league) Constantine 9-0 (9-0) Pennfield 8-1 (8-1) Olivet 7-2 (7-2) Schoolcraft 6-3 (6-3) Kalamazoo Christian 4-5 (4-5) Hackett Catholic Central 4-5 (4-5) Parchment 4-5 (4-5) Delton Kellogg 2-7 (2-7) Maple Valley 1-8 (1-8) Galesburg-Augusta 0-9 (0-9) CAAC-White Lansing Catholic Williamston Portland Lakewood Corunna Perry overall (league) 9-0 (5-0) 8-1 (4-1) 6-3 (3-2) 4-5 (2-3) 1-8 (1-4) 2-7 (0-5) Here’s a round-up of last Friday’s local gridiron action. Hastings 32, Wayland 17 The Saxons went to Wayland Friday and left the Wildcats winless in the O-K Gold Conference this season by scoring a 32-17 victory over their hosts. Hastings’ varsity football team improved to 7-2 overall, tied for second in the O-K Gold Conference at 5-2, with the victory. Wayland couldn’t handle Hastings quarterback Sean McKeough, who rushed 14 times for 175 yards and also completed 3-of-8 pass attempts for 65 yards. He accounted for three Saxon touchdowns, including two on runs in the opening quarter. McKeough’s 65-yard touchdown run late in the first quarter put the Saxons up for good. McKeough had opened the evening’s scoring on a five-yard run, and then tossed a twopoint pass to teammate Casey Shaeffer. Wayland answered that score with a 43yard field goal by Andrew Haldeman. Hastings led 14-3 after one. McKeough would tack on a 19-yard touchdown pass to Josh Coenen in the second. Bobby Leedy’s two-point run put Hastings up 22-3 at that point. Coenen went on to finish with two catches for 57 yards. Wayland would add a five-yard touchdown run by Al Gysin and a Haldeman extras-point before the half, while the Saxons tacked on a 24-yard field goal off the foot of Zack Delton Kellogg junior quarterback Adam May just gets a pass away as the Pennfield defense closes in Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Nurenberg. The Wildcats did pull within eight points in the second half, thanks to Gysin’s three-yard touchdown run and another Haldeman extrapoint. Alex Randall though shut the door for the Saxons, with a seven-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter. Nurenberg tacked on the final Hastings’ point. Wayland quarterback Derek Fifelski was 15-of-26 passing for 154 yards. Chris Kraima caught seven passes for 58 yards. Gysin had 16 rushes for 77 yards to lead Wayland on the ground. Pennfield 55, Delton Kellogg 18 Adam May connected with teammate Jeff Bissett on a ten-yard touchdown pass late in the fourth quarter Friday. It was a show of pride of the Delton Kellogg Panthers, who never quit during a tough season or their tough contest with now 8-1 Pennfield in Battle Creek. Pennfield scored its seventh straight win, ending the Kalamazoo Valley Association season in second place behind undefeated Constantine, with a 55-18 win over visiting Delton. Delton still had some fight in the end, despite a big fumble in the beginning. Pennfield recovered a Delton fumble on the opening kick-off, and turned the possession into seven points on a seven-yard touchdown pass from Nic Acton to Kyle Baggerly. Pennfield led the rest of the evening. Acton finished the game 6-of-13 passing for 105 yards. That toss to Baggerly was the first of three touchdown passes for the Pennfield QB. May and Bissett’s first big connection of the night answered the first Pennfield score. Delton held on to the kick-off, and moved in position to score on a 28-yard pass from May to Bissett that cut the Pennfield lead to 7-6. Bissett would finish the night with nine catches for 118 yards. May connected on 11of-23 pass attempts for 173 yards and the two touchdowns to Bissett, but was also intercepted twice. Delton also lost a couple fumbles in the contest. Pennfield though rattled off the game’s next 32 points. Acton connected with Jonathan Everett on an 11-yard touchdown pass and Coley Whitney for a 34-yard score. Nathan Wallace tacked on a 63-yard touchdown run in the second quarter, and Whitney a one-yard TD run. Delton was able to score the final points of each half, getting a late 39-yard touchdown run by Connor Wolschleger before the break. Pennfield tacked on a one-yard touchdown run by Zachary Hummel and a 46-yard TD run by Kyle Baggerly in the second half. Trojan defenders Korey Carpenter (from left), Jacob McCarty and Jesse Aubil team up to bring down Ottawa Hills’ Donte Carey on a fourth quarter rush Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Bissett, a senior, finished with a game-high nine catches for 118 yards and two scores, while Brindley added three grabs for 109 yards. May capped off the season by throwing 11-of-23 for 173 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions. Thornapple Kellogg 16, Ottawa Hills 6 That’s why one team is at the top of the standings and the other is near the bottom. Thornapple Kellogg’s defense forced three fumbles in the second half. The first two quickly turned into Trojan points and the third ended a long Bengal drive which had moved the ball inside the TK ten-yard-line. The Trojan defense has come up with big plays when its had too all season long. The Bengals’ offense has moved the ball, but consistently shot itself in the foot with turnovers all season long. Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity football team clinched the outright O-K Gold Conference championship with a 16-6 victory over Ottawa Hills Friday night at Grandville High School. It’s the Trojans first football championship in the O-K Gold Conference, and the first league title for the program since it won three straight in the O-K Blue from 1996 to 1998. The Trojans finish the regular season with an 8-1 mark and the league season with a 6-1 record. “It’s something we’ve been battling for in our own hearts and minds for a while,” said TK head coach Chad Ruger. “We struggled a bit the last few years, and a lot of these kids have been with me and they have been through the tough times with me.” For the seniors, like quarterback Coley McKeough, this is the first winning season they have seen from the Trojan varsity since they were in seventh grade when the 2005 team qualified for the state playoffs. TK was just 4-32 in the last four seasons. “I have always asked them to invest and it will pay off,” said Ruger. “Before the game, I said you always want to know when that day of withdrawal is going to come. I told them Delton Kellogg’s Nick Brindley is hit by Pennfield’s Jonathan Everett as he looks for room to run Friday night in Battle Creek. (Photo by Perry Hardin) it’s going to be today when they could be outright champions of the O-K Gold. Sure enough, it happened. It wasn’t beautiful, but it happened.” It happened thanks in part of Jesse Aubil’s fumble recovery, and Jacob Bultema’s and Trey Mahon’s. Ottawa Hills only got off two snaps on each of its first two possessions of the second half. The Trojans clung to a 7-6 lead at the half. Aubil recovered a fumble on the Bengals’ second offensive snap of the third quarter, and TK eventually turned that into six points on a 47-yard touchdown pass from McKeough to Bultema with 3:27 left in the period. Two plays into the next Bengal drive, Bultema pounced on a fumble. This time the ensuing Trojan drive ended on a 25-yard field goal by Tyler Karcher. Mahon’s fumble recovery ended a ten-play Bengal drive with just over seven minutes left in the game, at the Trojan 12-yard-line. Cody Ybema led the TK defense on the night, with 11 tackles. Austin Koehl had nine, and Korey Carpenter and Karcher eight each. While the defense was superb, the Trojan offense was hit or miss. “The outcome I was happy about. We just, we just couldn’t get it spinning tonight the way I know we can,” Ruger said. McKeough did find a lot of success running the ball, especially around the right end. He finished with 25 rushes for 184 yards, and a sore left ankle which put back-up Nick Newton under center for the Trojans’ final few plays of the game. “I told Coley, I said ‘look, your job is to make things happen out there.’ He’s got to read the defense and he’s got to make decisions. He decided that was going to be the best stuff for us. They were taking away the inside.” The Trojans got their first six points of the game with McKeough racing around the right side on the option and then flicking the ball to Ybema just as he was being pulled down to the turf. Ybema raced five yards for the score with 8:22 left in the second quarter, and Karcher added the extra-point kick. Ottawa Hills got its lone points on a 13yard touchdown run by quarterback Jalen Couch with 28.5 seconds left in the first half. Aaron Ordway had five rushes for 67 yards for TK, and Dylan VanPutten rushed nine times for 61 yards. McKeough was just 3-of13 passing for 57 yards. Couch led the Bengal attack, rushing 22 times for 112 yards and completing 8-of-14 passes for another 77 yards. Donte Carey had five receptions for 44 yards for the Bengals. Lakewood 30, Ionia 15 The Vikings wanted to close out the season by being generous to their hosts in Ionia. “We wanted to give them a generous dose of the shoulder pads with the Navy blue,” said Lakewood varsity football coach Jim Behrenwald. Lakewood knocked off its rivals from Ionia for the fourth consecutive year, 30-15 Friday night. Viking quarterback Mackenzie Doane rushed for two touchdowns and threw for another as he led his team to a victory in his final varsity football contest. He got a lot of help from his offensive line. “The game plan was to control the line of scrimmage, and I think we did that on both sides of the ball,” said Behrenwald. Doane rushed 19 times for 120 yards, and capped off a Viking drive midway through the first quarter with the game’s opening score by See FOOTBALL, page 22 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — Page 21 Dutch finish run through district by topping TK by Brett Bremer Sports Editor In order, they knocked off the number one team in the state, their neighborhood rival, and the Trojans from Middleville. The Holland Dutch won their first district championship since 2004 by topping Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity boys’ soccer team 2-0 in the Division 2 District Final hosted by Unity Christian Friday. “I didn’t think we played particularly well,” said Holland head coach Greg Ceithaml. “We’ve had a big week, but Thornapple Kellogg Middleville I give them a lot of credit. They’re certainly the reason why we didn’t play well. They’re physical. They played very good man-to-man defense.” The couple times the Trojans did lose a man, the Dutch made them pay. Holland scored its first goal in the 12th minute of the first half off a corner kick. The Dutch had Daniel Zavala set up for the kick, and he tapped a short ball to teammate Diego Bobadilla. With just one defender out in the corner, Bobadilla slid the ball back to Zavala. Zavala had time to carry a step or two towards the center and tap a pass to Jake Carter who hit it into the open net. The score stayed 1-0 for the remainder of the first half and most of the second, until the 69th minute of play, when the shouts from the TK bench were “Two! Two! Two!” Holland’s Nick DeJongh was leading a counter attack up the right side, and chipped a crossing pass to teammate, number two, Brandon Perez who was crashing towards the far post and one-touched a shot into the goal. “I’m very proud of the boys,” said TK head coach Larry Jachim. “They stepped up. They were obviously the underdogs, but they sure didn’t look like it out there. There were several opportunities we could have capitalized on the whole game.” Capitalizing on opportunities was a bit tougher with the team’s leading goal scorer, Thornapple Kellogg’s Aaron Bouchard (left) collides with Holland’s Hadyn Beal as they go after a header during the first half of Friday’s Division 2 District Championship game in Hudsonville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Caleb Scheidel, on the sideline with an injury he suffered in Wednesday’s 4-2 semifinal win over Zeeland East. “We stepped up and did fantastic,” Jachim said. “A lot of these guys may not have played Holland’s Nick DeJongh (center) leaps past Thornapple Kellogg’s John Poholski to get his foot on the ball as the Trojans’ Ryan MacLeod looks on during the Division 2 District Championship game hosted by Unity Christian Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) the positions we put them in before. They’re not used to it, and they played with all heart. Every one of them knew their job, and each one fulfilled their job.” Holland advances to the regional semifinals Tuesday, at Thornapple Kellogg High School, where they will meet the winner of Saturday’s district final at Vicksburg. “We’re happy, and we’re exhausted,” said Ceithaml. The Dutch opened the district tournament Monday by knocking off top ranked Unity Christian 2-0, and then beat Holland Christian in the district semifinals Thursday 1-0. The Trojans scored a 4-2 win in their district semifinal contest Thursday over Zeeland East at Unity Christian. Each team scored once in the first five minutes of play Thursday, with TK getting a goal off the foot of Max Jonas and Nolan Spruit putting one in for the Chix. TK then took the lead back as Scheidel scored in the 17th minute. Jachim compared the importance of the two goals. “Very, very, very comparable. You like that buffer. The first one is a momentum thing. You knock the wind out of their sails,” he said. The wind knocked some of the wind out of the Chix’s sails too. It was strong, and at the Trojans’ backs in the first half. “The wind was a big advantage,” Jachim said. “I told the kids to take the wind first. Let’s get some goals and hang tough on D in the second half and all that stuff.” The plan was executed perfectly. TK tallied two more scores in the final ten minutes before the break, one by Josh Bremer off an assist from Ryan MacLeod and then a second goal from Scheidel. The only break the Chix got in their half with the wind at their backs came in the 47th minute of play, as a shot by David Wentworth deflected off the side of a Trojan defender and in to the net. The TK defense shut Zeeland West down from there, with the help of goalkeeper Nate Eaton. TK’s captains led the way on each side of the field, with Scheidel getting the two goals and MacLeod taking care of things on the defensive end. “(Scheidel) is one that plays most of the game. He and Ryan MacLeod are our captains,” said Jachim. “Ryan is very, very strong back there. He’s been our leader on the defensive end. He’s a little more of a communicator. Caleb is a little on the quieter side, and wants to go and score. Having one offensive and one defensive captain has worked out well.” Lakewood boys fall in first shot at district title Lakewood got to the district final by scoring a 2-0 win over Portland in the opening round, and then topping Kelloggsville 4-0 Thursday afternoon at Olivet. “I think we were the favorites coming in, and so far we’ve played like it,” said LeVeque after Thursday’s victory over Kelloggsville in the district semifinals. “Beating Portland 2-0 (Tuesday) and now Kelloggsville 4-0. Those are our two biggest margins of victory all year.” It took less than five minutes for the Vikings to get the lead Thursday against the Rockets. A punt by Lakewood goalkeeper Shook bounded all the way down into the Rocket goal-box, and Scott Mack won a race with Kelloggsville goalkeeper Mario Canas deflecting the ball into the open net. Lakewood’s second goal, with 4:08 left in the first half, also came on a long ball, which skipped backwards off a Rocket defender who was trying to clear it. Zamora chased it down and finished off a shot for a 2-0 Lakewood lead at the half. Zamora added a second goal midway through the second half, off an assist from Perez. Kyle Breimayer scored the Vikings’ final goal with 10:19 left to play, ripping one hard shot off Canas and then putting the rebound into the net himself. “Once we figured out we could play the ball through them and make it more of a speed game, that’s when we started to have some success,” LeVeque said Lakewood’s Daniel Sauers (22), Daniel Perez (10) and William Gross (12) head back to their bench as Belding celebrates its Division 3 District championship at Olivet High School Saturday afternoon. The Redskins topped the Vikings 2-0. (Photo by Brett Bremer) “We knew if we hit the ball high and deep we could out run them a little bit and get some chances.” Kelloggsville did a very good job of possessing the ball through the midfield for much of the contest, but got beat on a few counter thanks in large part to the Viking defense led by Salgado. “They were very patient,” Kehoe said of the Vikings, “and they made sure to keep a lot of guys behind the ball. That frustrated us a bit. They were definitely bend, but don’t break back there.” Lakewood ends the season with an 8-11-1 record. SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2 6:00PM Girls Varsity Swimming GR Catholic Central Senior/Parent night A 5:30PM Girls Varsity Volleyball DistrictsCharlotte vs Hastings 7:00PM Girls Varsity Volleyball DistrictsIonia vs MTK H H FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29 7:00PM Boys Varsity Football Pre-District Playoff vs GR Christian H Call anytime to place an ad in the Hastings Banner 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 attacks and couldn’t finish on the offensive end of the field. “We’re definitely a possession team,” said Rocket head coach Eric Kehoe. “That’s what we’ve stressed this season. We’ve had a really hard time finishing. Nobody had that desire. Everybody wanted to wait for that perfect goal, that playbook goal.” Shook wasn’t tested very often in net, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3 No events scheduled SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30 1:00PM Boys Varsity Cross Country Regionals 1:00PM Girls Varsity Cross Country Regionals 8:30PM Girls Varsity Volleyball Conference Tournament @ Wayland THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 4 A A A 5:30PM Girls Varsity Volleyball DistrictsSemi Finals 7:00PM Girls Varsity Volleyball DistrictsSemi Finals H H Times and dates subject to change SUNDAY, OCTOBER 31 No events scheduled MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1 No events scheduled The Vikings’ Jackson Desgranges (right) tries to fight his way past Kelloggsville’s Elvis Valasquez to the ball during Thursday’s Division 3 District Semifinal contest in Olivet. (Photo by Brett Bremer) HASTINGS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Contact Laura 948-0506 to Sponsor the Sports Schedule Thanks to This Week’s Sponsor: Hastings Orthopedic Clinic, P.C. “Quality Care with Compassion” 840 Cook Rd. Hastings, MI 49058 Phone: 269-945-9520 Toll Free: 800-596-1005 Contact us on the web @ www.hoc-mi.com 7755079. by Brett Bremer Sports Editor After moments spent talking with seniors Genaro Salgado and Daniel Perez, Lakewood varsity boys’ soccer coach James LeVeque turned to freshman Daniel Sauers. He tapped Sauers on the head, as he sat removing his shin guards for the last time this season, and said “you’ve got three more years of this.” The Vikings expect those to be good years, after playing in their first district final Saturday, but the program is still without its first district championship. Belding got a goal from Henrique Lima with eight minutes left on the clock to seal a 2-0 win over Lakewood in the Division 3 District Championship Saturday afternoon at Olivet High School. “We played tough. All but one team ends this way, you know, every year” said Lakewood head coach James LeVeque. “This was our first district championship game. We played hard all the way through.” “These guys played their hearts out, but just couldn’t bury anything.” Belding buried its first goal with 18:07 left in the first half. Jan Vindenes came crashing through the center of the field to knock in a centering pass from teammate Diego Corona, for a 1-0 Redskin lead. Lakewood started creating more opportunities in the second half, and put lots of pressure on when the Redskins’ sweeper Larry Dyer was out with a yellow card early in the second 40 minutes but couldn’t break through. Hugo Zamora had a number of shots sail just wide, or directly at the Redskin keeper Troy Deeren. Deeren made 12 saves in the contest, while Lakewood senior keeper Zack Shook had eight at the other end. Sauers was the lone freshman, but the Lakewood roster also had six sophomores on it at the start of the regular season. “These guys get a first-hand look at what it looks like to hold a trophy,” LeVeque said. “This is just a building block. Next year will probably be better, and the next year we’ll be stacked. We’ve got a district championship coming.” �Page 22 — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Teams use county meet as part of regional prep Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity girls’ cross country team celebrates its 2010 Barry County championship at the conclusion of Monday’s county meet at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor “Two more weeks, hopefully.” Those were the thoughts of Delton Kellogg varsity cross country coach Dale Grimes after Monday’s Barry County Meet at Lakewood High School. The Delton Kellogg boys and Thornapple Kellogg girls earned county titles with their performances on the day. That’s a change from recent years, when the county meet had been held after regionals with a few top athletes trying to gear up for the state meet and others just looking to close out their season. “We just want to be ready for regionals, definitely,” said TK girls’ coach Tammy Benjamin. “You always want to go into a meet and win it. We always runs this meet after regionals, which I’ve never liked. This year before regionals is perfect.” She said that it gave her one more opportunity to get a feel for her line-up before regionals. Things are looking good. Thornapple Kellogg had the top three girls Monday, led by senior state medalist Allyson Winchester who won her fourth Barry County individual title by finishing in 19 minutes 45.2 seconds. Teammate Casey Lawson was second in 20:09.0, and Shelbi Shepherd third in 20:50.1. “We’ve been talking about how you’ve got to place yourself,” Benjamin said about Shepherd. “It was good to see her continually move up.” The next four TK girls were also in a pack, from 13th to 16th place. The other two scorers for TK were Olivia LaJoye who led that group with a time of 22:05.0 and Fiona Shea who came in at 22:21.8. Their teammate Grace Possett was the final finisher to earn all-county honors, by placing in the top 15, with a time of 22:23.5. Delton’s boys weren’t he best overall, but did have more county medalists. “Having seven guys in the medals there, that was exciting said Grimes. “Tyler Bourdo did not have a good race, but our boys as a group are starting to move forward.” “If somebody has an off day, like Tyler had an off day, somebody else picks up the slack.” Delton Kellogg’s varsity boys’ cross country team shows off its hardware after winning Monday’s Barry County Meet at Lakewood High School. The Panthers topped runner-up Thornapple Kellogg by 14 points. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hastings’ Mitch Singleterry accepts his all-county medal from Lakewood athletic director Tal Thompson after a fifth-place finish at Monday’s meet. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Panthers were led by Ryan Watson’s third-place time of 17:49.0. “This was fun. The mud, the puddles, I feel like a kid,” Watson said. “It’s a surprise. I didn’t expect the team to be this good compared to last year. We’re actually better. It’s kind of nice.” Watson’s teammate Austin Ketola was fourth in 17:52.9, while the Panthers also had Raymond Vickery seventh in 18:48.8, Kannon Hoffman eighth in 18:55.6, Zach Haas ninth in 19:07.7, Billy Schut 12th in 19:15.4 and Bourdo 13th in 19:19.5. Thornapple Kellogg also had the boys’ Celebrate the S A XON SPIRIT with a Lakewood’s Kelly Hynes (from left), Thornapple Kellogg’s Sara Barber and Delton Kellogg’s Taylor Hennessey hit the finish line within half a second of each other Monday during the Barry County Meet. (Photo by Brett Bremer) individual champ, Dustin Brummel, who came in at 17:12.2. Lakewood’s Tucker Seese was second in 17:29.7. “We ran as a pack of three for a while,” Watson said of himself, Brummel and Seese, “then in the last stretch of the woods they started to pull away. The Middleville kid pulled away, then Tucker pulled away and we were kind of separated after that.” Like Winchester, Brummel ran a combination of a fast and smart race - wanting to be ready for regionals Saturday and also wanting to win. “My ankle was hurt a little this week, so I was just feeling it out,” Brummel said. “I was feeling good, so I just pulled away.” Delton Kellogg’s boys still managed to win the county title with 31 points. Brummel’s TK team was second with 55 followed by Hastings 79, Lakewood 87 and Maple Valley 121. Seese was the lone Lakewood runner in the top 15 and Maple Valley had just one as well, Joe Benedict who was tenth in 19:12.1. Hastings was led by Mitch Singleterry’s fifth-place time of 18:17.7. The Saxons also had Taylor Klotz 11th in 19:15.0 and Jake Partridge 15th in 19:37.3. The Trojans also had David Walter sixth in 18:35.3 and Troy Dunkelberger 14th in 19:23.3. TK’s girls finished the day with 33 points. Hastings was second with 54, followed by Delton Kellogg 64, Lakewood 106 and Maple Valley 117. Behind the three TK girls at the front of the pack, Delton Kellogg had Jolene Drum fourth in 20:53.9 and Brianna Russell fifth in 21:17.5. Also earning all-county honors from Delton was Christi Boze, who placed eighth in 21:39.7. Hastings was second with four all-county performers. Trista Straube was seventh in 21:33.0, followed by Rachel Rimer ninth in 21:45.5, Meg Travis tenth in 21:47.8 and Alaina Case 11th in 21:51.2. The Saxons’ Meg Travis closes in on the mile mark during Monday afternoon’s Barry County Invitational at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley had Jessica Rushford place sixth in 21:18.1, and Lakewood’s Cassie Thelen was 12th in 22:00.0. All five county teams take part in regional races Saturday. Hastings, Thornapple Kellogg, and Lakewood all travel to Carson City-Crystal for a Division 2 race. In Division 3, Delton Kellogg will be at Portage and Maple Valley at Allendale. FOOTBALL, continued from page 20 PRE-GAME TAILGATE PARTY FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29TH To show community support for our football team and the spirit of being a Saxon, the Terry McKinney Family are sponsoring a tailgate party with free grilled hot dogs, chips and a drink to anyone before the game with Grand Rapids Christian, starting at 5:30 p.m. inside Baum Stadium near the main entrance. The game will start at 7 p.m. SAXON SPIRIT ... let it show! 77551162 rushing into the end zone from eight yards out and then tossing the two-point conversion pass to fellow senior Cody Lindemulder. Lindemulder then scored a touchdown of his own, on a seven-yard run midway through the second quarter. Nathan Bryans’ extraspoint kick put Lakewood up 15-0, and while the Bulldogs kept fighting back Lakewood would never trail in the ball game. The Viking defense slowed down the Bulldogs’ power wing offense. Ionia did pull even with the Vikings in the third quarter though. Alex Connor-Wellman scored on a four-yard run with 37 seconds left in the first half, pulling his team within eight points at 15-7 once the extra-point kick was added on. Ionia then tied up the game with 4:39 left in the third quarter on a three-yard TD run by Connor-Wellman, and quarterback Ryan Masengale’s two-point conversion pass to Connor-Wellman. The rest of the night belonged to the Vikings though. Doane scored on a one-yard run with 1:46 left in the third quarter, then carried in the two-point try himself. With three minutes left in the fourth, Doane tossed an 11-yard touchdown pass to teammate Hayden Acker and Bryans put an exclamation point on the season with his extra-point kick. Lakewood pounded the ball for 282 yards on the ground. The only pass Doane attempted all game was the 11-yarder to Acker. The Vikings finished with four backs rushing for at least 30 yards. Behind Doane, Wes Cramer had seven carries for 54 yards, Bryans four for 35 and Jack Tromp eight for 30 yards. The Viking defense, led by Bryans’ 12 tackles, held the Bulldogs to just 137 yards of offense, 77 on the ground and 60 passing. Lindemulder ended the night with ten tackles, and Cramer eight. Connor-Wellman led the Bulldog attack with 14 rushes for 49 yards. Masengale carried nine times for 29 yards, and was 6-of-14 passing. Jake Nelson had 42 yards receiving for the Bulldogs. Lakewood ends the season with a 4-5 overall record. Overall, Behrenwald said he was pleased with his first season as the Viking varsity football coach. He was pleased with the way his players worked to become better players and better young men, and with the support of the community and the administration at Lakewood. “It makes it pretty easy to be the head coach,” Behrenwald said. Olivet 48, Maple Valley 8 A rough varsity football season came to an end for the Maple Valley Lions at Olivet Friday, as the host Eagles improved to 7-2 with a 48-8 over their rivals from the north. Maple Valley ends the year at 1-8 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. Eagle quarterback Jay Cousineau passed for two touchdowns and ran for another to lead his team into its final game before the start of the state playoffs. The Eagles built a 35-0 half-time lead with five first-half touchdowns. Cousineau completed a 71-yard touchdown pass to Michael Malone early in the second quarter, then connected with Tanner McCarn on a 15-yard scoring pass a few minutes later. The Eagles closed out the half with a nineyard touchdown run from Nick Coolidge, and a two-point conversion pass from Cousineau to Collin Spencer. The Eagles had opened the scoring with a three-yard Coolidge touchdown run by Nick Walter less than five minutes into the opening quarter. McCarn then added a 68-yard punt return for a score at the 4:01 mark of the first. Cousineau tacked on his touchdown run with 5:23 left in the third. That score with the ensuing extra-point kick put the Eagles up 420. Even the Lions’ lone success didn’t last long. Matt Woodman scored on a three-yard run for the Lions with 55 seconds left in the third quarter, and Brad Laverty tacked on the two-point conversion run. Zack Page though took the ensuing kick-off back 66 yards for the final Eagle points of the evening. The Lions did move the ball for 200 yards on the ground, led by Garrett Reid’s seven carries for 87 yards. Tyler Hickey added five rushes for 45 yards. Laverty was 7-of-16 passing, but for only 19 yards. Cousineau finished the game 12-of-14 passing for 222 yards, and also totaled five rushes for 25 yards. The Eagles finished with 104 yards rushing, led by Coolidge’s seven carries for 52 yards. Olivet had Spencer catch four passes for 76 yards, and Malone the one reception for the 71-yard score. Reid led the Lion defense with five tackles, while Chantz McManamey and Jack Ewing had four each. Olivet is one of four play-off bound teams from the KVA this fall. Constantine secured the conference championship, finishing a 9-0 regular season with a 55-39 victory over Schoolcraft Friday. Both of those teams are headed to the play-offs, as Schoolcraft ends the regular season with a 63 mark. Pennfield ends the league season in second place at 8-1, following Friday night’s 55-18 win over Delton Kellogg. In the other two KVA contests Friday, Parchment topped Galesburg-Augusta 48-7 and Hackett Catholic Central defeated Kalamazoo Christian 27-0. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — Page 23 Pair of Vikes earn all-league honors BOWLING SCORES Tuesday Mixed Barry County Red Cross 25-7; Boyce Milk Hauler 23-9; Hastings City Bank 19-13; J-Bar Antique Tractors 18-14; Hurless Machine Shop 8-24; Dirt Broke 3-29. Men’s High Games - B. Bryan 212; P. Scobey 202; K. Beebe 180; M. Yost 173; G. Hause 172; C. Featherly 169. Men’s High Series - B. Bryan 535; P. Scobey 525; K. Beebe 450; M. Yost 441; G. Hause 495; D. Blakely 492. Women’s High Games - B. Wilkins 220; S. Beebe 176; B. Smith 173; S. Henion 153; R. Gross 128. Women’s High Series - B. Wilkins 523; S. Beebe 465; B. Smith 456; S. Henion 410; R. Gross 361. The Vikings’ Micah Ridder (right) hits the finish line just ahead of teammate Mariah Dye during the CAAC-White jamboree at Lakewood High School Saturday morning. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Lakewood senior Tucker Seese has two tough goals left this fall. He wants to finish a race in 16 minutes and 30 seconds or less, and he wants to run at the state finals. His lone chance to accomplish the second goal comes Saturday, as the Lakewood varsity cross country teams take part in the Division 2 Regional Meet hosted by Carson City-Crystal High School. He’ll get an extra chance at breaking 16:30, at the state finals, if he finishes in the top 15 at the regional race. One goal Seese has already accomplished this season is earning first team all-conference honors in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division. Seese capped off the league season by placing sixth in the jamboree hosted by the Vikings Saturday morning, hitting the finish line in 17:17.5. That’s 22 seconds off his personal best time. “That’s average, so not my best and not my worst,” said Seese. Fellow Lakewood senior Cassie Thelen did have her best day Saturday, setting a new personal record with a time of 21:44.1 which placed her 21st in the day’s girls’ race. That performance earned her honorable mention all-league. “I think it was the weather, if anything” Thelen said of why she had her best race Saturday. “I had a good mindset too. Just a good day.” It wasn’t a real good day for the Lakewood teams though, which both finished sixth in the final overall conference standings. Perry won the boys’ championship thanks to its first-place finish Saturday. The Ramblers finished with just 31 points, and had three of the top five runners including individual champ John Bell who came in at Tickets on sale for post-season football games Tickets for the Hastings High School and Thornapple Kellogg High School varsity football Pre-District contests, which the two schools will host this Friday, are on sale now at a cost of $5. The Saxons take on Grand Rapids Christian in a Division 3 contest Friday, with kick-off set for 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale in the high school office Thursday and Friday this week The Hastings athletic department does want to remind all Saxon fans that this is a MHSAA event. Therefore, no senior citizen passes or season passes will be accepted. The same rules apply in Middleville, where the Trojans will host Pennfield in a Division 4 play-off game Friday at 7 p.m. Tickets for the TK game are on sale in the athletic office from 7:15 a.m. until 3:15 p.m. Thursday and Friday as well. Gates will open at Bob White Stadium in Middleville at 6 p.m. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 16:31.2. Lansing Catholic was second with 43 points, followed by Corunna 71, Williamston 84, and Lakewood 127. Behind Bell, his teammate Justin Krauss was second in 16:43.1 and the Ramblers’ also had Alex West fifth in 17:15.0. The second two runners to finish were Cougars, with Jimmy Hicks third in 16:55.8 and Zachary Zingsheim fourth in 17:05.5. Behind Seese for Lakewood, Brandon Phillips was 31st in 19:40, Michael Kutch 33rd in 19:56, J Patrick 34th in 20:10 and Travis Aldrich-Wilkerson 35th in 20:13. Williamston won the girls’ league title, fin- Lakewood’s Tucker Seese rounds one of the final turns Saturday during the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division jamboree hosted by the Vikings. (Photo by Brett Bremer) ishing first with 53 points Saturday. Lansing Catholic was second with 60 followed by Perry 69, Corunna 76, Portland 93, and Lakewood 146. Lansing Catholic’s Megan Heeder finished off her sweep of the league season by taking the girls’ race in 18:58.5. Williamston’s Hannah Grischke was a distant second in 19:22.1. Mycah Ridder edged teammate Mariah Dye at the finish line to finish second for the Vikings. Ridder was 28th overall in 23:07.2 and Dye 29th in 23:07.4. Lakewood also had Maria Patrick 31st in 23:18.0 and Maggie Wernet 37th in 24:38.8. TK ladies finally get first league win, at Ottawa Hills Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity volleyball team scored its first win of the O-K Gold Conference season 3-0 at Ottawa Hills Thursday. The Trojans topped the Bengals by the scores of 25-5, 25-14, 25-14. “It was a great night and fun for the whole team to get time on the court,” said TK head coach Stacey Woodall. “The girls played hard and still a laughed and had fun enjoying playing. I was happy to see how well they performed with so many line up changes.” Hana Hunt, Nicole Schondelmayer and Sydney LeMay had six kills each to lead the Trojan attack. Hunt also led the team in blocks with three and in aces with three, plus chipped in six digs. Sydney Krol led TK with eight digs, and Rachel Glas added five. Katie Lark had seven assists, and Kenzie Webster six. LeMay had three blocks to go along with her kill total. Alyssa Weesie added two aces, and Erin Ellinger one. The Trojans end the conference regular season with a 1-6 record. They’ll head to Wayland Saturday for the conference tournament. Friday Night Mixed Strike Kings 18; Heads Out 18; Ten Pins 15; 9-n-a-Wiggle 15; Matt’s Bunch 14 1/2; Shut Up N Bowl 14 1/2; Dum Schitz 14; B.C. Hillbillies 14; Spare Time 9; All But One 8; Spencers Towning 8. Women’s Good Games and Series - L. Potter 192-527; T. Phenix 168-498; L. Smith 185-473; M. Mathis 166-456; B. Jackson 169452; D. Talcott 109-296; T. Pennington 188; L. Lambert 137; M. Heath 98. Men’s Good Games and Series - J. Wanland 247-660; M. Kuhlman 209-626; R. Guild 245-612; B. Taylor 214-610; D. Jackson 210-607; M. Eaton 223-602; By Madden 192-570; K. Phenix 205-556; B. Madden 213-540; M. Pennington 203-540; D. Sears 177-452; M. Kasinsky 257; H. Pennington 206; T. Heath 202; R. Mathis 198; R. Mathis 98. Sunday Night Mixed Rush Hour 19 1/2; Man Down 18 1/2; Sandbaggers 15 1/2; Sunday Snoozers 15; Lane Masters 14 1/2; You’re Up N Sh*t 14 1/2; What’s Up 14 1/2; Rollin Olins 13 1/2; The Eastsiders 9 1/2; Straight Liners 9; The Heath Gang 8. Women’s Good Games and Series - N. Mroz 210-570; D. Gray 224-545; M. Simpson 192-542; B. James 202-510; D. Roberts 177487; B. Heath 159-442; J. Garrett 114-322; N. Shafer 190; M. Daniels 189; M. Olin 142. Men’s Good Games and Series - TL Heath 231-604; R. Snyder 207-539; J. Shoebridge 187-531; B. Allen 196-517; B. Heath 178438; B. Kelley 162-433; M. Strong 152-387; B. Hubbell 217; J. Lesick 210; S. Olin 191; J. Haner 185. Mixerettes James Process Service 19-9; Kent Oil 1810; Good Friends 17-11; Dean’s Dolls 16-12; Nashville Chiropractic 14-14; NBT 13-15; Dewey’s Auto Body 13-15. Good Games and Series - N. Goggins 156; N. Bechtel 152; G. Meaney 168; K. Fowler 183; D. James 179-504; D. Worm 165; T. Shaeffer 203-473; J. Rice 194-494; B. Anders 168-434; K. Eberly 189-495. Senior Citizens Early Risers 19-9; Ward’s Friends 17-11; Butterfingers 17-11; Just Having Fun 16-12; Usedtobe #1 16-12; M&M’s 14-14; King Pins 14-14; Three Gals and a Guy 13-15; Kuempel 7-21; Sun Risers 7-21. Good Games and Series Women - B. Maker 179-509; S. Merrill 181; N. Boniface 176-473; A. Tasker 146-404; E. Ulrich 186; B. Benedict 161; D. Larsen 159-457; C. Stuart 159-439. Good Games and Series Men - R. Boniface 188; C. Purdum Sr. 200-549; G. Forbey 140-379; L. Markley 181-443; D. Murphy 152; W. Talsma 180-514; R. McDonald 199; J. Kleinbrink 156-438; J. Grassmyer 183; G. Waggoner 189-538; W. Mallekoote 182-478. Wednesday P.M. The River 18.5-9.5; Eye & ENT 18-10; Hair Care 17-11; Four Pals 14-14; Mills Landing 8.5-19.5. Good Games and Series - K. Moore 130352; D. Seeber 195; J. Pettengill 131; P. Freeman 160; D. Huver 192; A. Nicholson 131; B. Smith 171; J. Pitch 142. Thurs. Angels Miller Farm Repair 20-12; H.C.B. 19-9; Varney’s 18-14; Cathy’s Cut & Curl 17.510.5; Viking 17-15; Rock-n-Bowlers 15-17; Moore Apts. 14-18; Riverfront Fin. Ser. 1315; Hastings Bowl 12.5-15.5. High Games and Series - K. Shumway 180; M. Holst 117; C. Doornbos 184; A. Castelein 196-549; C. Curtis 131; T. Thomas 136; M. Miller 152; D. Curtis 158; W. Barker 160; M. Moore 157; L. Kendall 182; B. Cuddahee 197-553; M. Weiler 148; M. Chase 144; K. Russell 141. Tuesday Trios Look Insurance 23-9; CB’s 22-10; Lakewood trio 20.5-11.5; Classic Trio 19-13; Hastings Bowl 19-13; Coleman Agency 1814; Lu’s Team 12-20; Twisted Sisters 10-22; Trouble 9.5-22.5; Delton Pole 9-23. High Games and Series - S. Smith 168; M. Kill 159; M. Heath 166; C. Etts 124-327; O. Gillons 123; T. Thompson 136; S. Burd 123330; C. Allwardt 127; S. Vandenburg 201517; T. Daniels 170; S. McKee 210-519; H. Reschner 167-449; D. Hunt 191-495; S. Faught 114-317; N. Shafer 187-514; N. Myers 118; K. Carpenter 178-467; L. Potter 179; A. Trumble 99; S. Madry 108-309; L. Trumble 146; N. Shaw 146-400; J. Faunce 123; P. Ramey 180-513; B. Innes 119; V. Green 156450. Keep up with your local team in your local newspaper, The Hastings BANNER! �Page 24 — Thursday, October 28, 2010 — The Hastings Banner DK girls fall in KVA for first time in three years by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The gentleman talking over the PA system said, “congratulations to Pennfield on winning the KVA,” as the green and gold Panthers celebrated with their classmates on the court. Delton Kellogg’s girls glanced over from their postgame huddle, and head coach Jack Magelssen waved his hand, seeming to say don’t worry about that now. Pennfield handed Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ volleyball team its first loss in the Kalamazoo Valley Association in three years Tuesday, topping the visiting maroon and white Panthers 25-19, 14-25, 25-23, 23-25, 15-8. The PA announcer did quickly realize the error of his ways, and remind everyone that the KVA Tournament is this Saturday at Olivet High School. “We’ve got to come back and play them again on Saturday,” said Pennfield head coach Tom Vanwienen. ”The girls are looking forward to it. It was a big night, having senior night here tonight too.” The senior standouts for Pennfield were setter Megan Ethier who finished with 40 assists and 16 digs. Fellow senior Emma Fishnick had 15 kills and five blocks. It wasn’t only the seniors who played well for Pennfield; junior Cassie Pelloni led the way with 23 kills and 14 digs. Pennfield also got 27 digs from junior Tara Vandenberg and nine kills and three blocks from sophomore Tristen Ehredt. Both teams entered the final night of the KVA regular season with perfect 8-0 records in the league. Pennfield had just seven losses a year ago, and three of them were to Delton including one in the Class B Regional Finals. “What’s nice is, we’ve been in that position before,” Vanwienen said of going five games, “so we didn’t panic. What’s nice is we have girls who cam come off the bench.” Kyrstin Graham, a sophomore, came off the bench and served out the final four points for Pennfield. Pennfield broke open game five by winning eight of the last nine points. Delton’s nerves weren’t as solid as Pennfield’s. “I have kids who are afraid,” Magelssen said. “This is the first time we had to play a conference game and they had to step up and be counted on.” Senior Carly Boehm was the only player he had much praise for after the match. Boehm had 17 kills and five blocks. “We won the errors. I’ll bet you money we doubled their errors,” Magelssen said. The Delton stat book showed 16 serving errors and 31 passing errors. It also showed Adrianna Culbert with a team-high 20 kills, six blocks, 34 assists, as well as 34 digs. Taylor Blacken led the Delton girls with 51 digs. Andrea Polley chipped in seven kills and 11 assists, and Alisha VanderWoude had four kills and three blocks. Delton also got ten digs from Kami McCowan. “We don’t have a lot of toughness,” Magelssen said, “and without it, you don’t win against teams who want to push you.” The Delton girls showed a little bit of toughness in fighting through game four to even get to the fifth game. Pennfield held a 19-18 lead, before a couple of big kills by Boehm put the Delton girls back in front. The two teams then went back and forth for nine consecutive points before Boehm hit an ace to close out the game 25-23. The Delton girls scored their eighth win of the league season Wednesday, topping Constantine at home 25-18, 25-16, 25-10. Culbert had 21 kills, 11 blocks, and 14 digs to lead the way. Boehm had 16 kills, nine blocks and 11 digs. VanderWoude had seven kills and two blocks, while Polley added eight kills and 11 digs, and Blacken had 26 digs and four aces. Freshman Kanoe Chaffee chipped in 11 assists and eight digs. Delton Kellogg’s Alisha VanderWoude (6) and Carly Boehm have their hands full as they block an attack by Pennfield’s Cassie Pelloni during game three Tuesday at Pennfield High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Delton Kellogg’s Andrea Polley sets the ball up during her team’s 3-2 loss at Pennfield Tuesday evening. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Delton Kellogg’s Katelyn Grizzle hits an attack against Constantine Wednesday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Saxon spikers push Gold’s No. 2 in last conference dual 77550796 Wayland had to rally for a game one victory, then closed out the O-K Gold Conference regular season in second place by topping the Saxons 3-0 Thursday. The Wildcats end the league regular season with a 7-1 mark, while Hastings’ varsity volleyball team closes the year at 2-5. The Saxons led game one 21-16, before the Wildcats battled back to take the game 28-26. “We were up for most of the game. The players were on fire.,” said Hastings head coach Gina McMahon. “The intensity level was high, therefore everything was on. We started strong, maintained that for most of the game and then were not able to pull it off.” “Wayland gained the momentum and controlled the pace and pulled off the win. We definitely should have won that first game. The players worked hard for it. Wayland served tough so we couldn’t set up our offense, and their middle hitters put the ball down hard.” Molly Lameyer led the Wildcats for the night with 21 kills, while Autumn Anderson had 38 assists and three aces. Wayland went on to win the final two games 25-13, 25-21. The Saxons were flat in the second game, then picked themselves up to compete in the third. Kayla Vogel led Hastings with 11 kills and three aces. Veronica Hayden had 15 assists. Jenny Feldpausch finished with 16 digs. “Jenny did a great job on defense against Wayland,” McMahon said. “She had great movement and dug up a lot of balls; she played very scrappy. Additionally, she did a nice job with serving. She served tough and got all of her serves in.” The Saxons will be back at Wayland Saturday, for the O-K Gold Conference Tournament. “The team was able to compete with Wayland,” McMahon said. “That was great to see. Now, hopefully they see this and know they can compete at the conference tourney.” Hastings will host a Division 2 District Tournament next week, with the Saxons opening play in the district quarterfinals Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. against Charlotte. The winner of that match will play Lakewood in the district semifinals Thursday. In the other opening round match Tuesday, Thornapple Kellogg faces Ionia at 7 p.m. The winner of that contest faces Delton Kellogg in the district semi’s Thursday at 5:30 p.m. The district championship match is slated for Nov. 6, at 10 a.m. Read The BANNER every week! 77550796 Copies conveniently available at locations throughout the Barry County area. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-11-04.pdf 84034f4a5aa0d5687d43b117a588fd5d PDF Text Text Humane Society cuts Animal Control funding Economy remains perched on a cliff Delton wins share of title for three-peat See Story on Page 2 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 17 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 44 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, November 4, 2010 Incumbents retain county board seats NEWS BRIEFS Christmas Presentation continues Penn-Nook Gift Shop’s 44th annual Christmas Presentation is currently underway and continues through 1 p.m. Friday in Pennock Hospital’s conference center in Hastings. A large room full of decorations, gifts for family members and friends, items for home and office, clothing and even special jewelry are in the offing for those who attend the event. Melissa and Doug children’s toys have been added to the array of items this year. Hours of the event are from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. today (Thursday, Nov. 4) and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5. Proceeds are earmarked for the Pennock Foundation, which benefits the entire community and outlying area. Humane society sale is Saturday The Barry County Humane Society will be selling gently used and new pet items at its All Things Pet Sale Saturday, Nov. 6, from 9 a.m. until noon. The sale is at Green Street Veterinary Clinic, 1420 W. Green St. in Hastings and will benefit the humane society’s spay and neuter programs. Set clocks back an hour this weekend It’s almost time to ‘fall back.’ Daylight saving time ends Saturday, Nov. 6, and standard time begins again Sunday, Nov. 7. In addition to moving clocks back one hour, residents are encouraged to test their smoke detectors and replace batteries, if necessary. According to a federal law established in 2007, daylight saving time will resume at 2 a.m. on the second Sunday in March. Presbyterian Church dedication is Sunday First Presbyterian Church members will dedicate their new Hastings church home at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 7. The public is welcome. Tours of the church will be offered from 2 to 3 p.m. and 4 to 5 p.m., along with refreshments. Preaching at the dedication will be Rev. Thomas Taylor, president of the Presbyterian Foundation. He is a former litigation attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah, and has served as an associate pastor at First Presbyterian Church in Salt Lake City and senior minister at the Glenkirk Presbyterian Church in Southern California. For more information, contact First Presbyterian Church at 269-945-5463. The church is located on North M-37 Highway, just north of Airport Road. Next legislative coffee is Monday The next Barry County Chamber of Commerce Legislative Coffee will be See NEWS BRIEFS, continued on page 2 by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Two political newcomers tried to gain seats on the Barry County Board of Commissioners in Tuesday’s election, but incumbent Republicans Don Nevins and Jeff VanNortwick emerged with the victories. Candidates for the other six seats were unopposed. Nevins, who represents the City of Hastings in the District 1 seat, garnered 57.34 percent of the vote against his Democratic opponent Bob Dickinson, who had 42.17 percent of the votes. The outcome, according to unofficial returns from the county clerk’s office, was 1,175 votes for Nevins and 865 for Dickinson. “I didn’t expect it,” Nevins said of his victory. “I didn’t think I would win.” “We had a decent campaign. We didn’t do anything negative,” he said. Nevins said he wanted to debate Dickinson, but said that Dickinson declined. Nevins, of Hastings, has served on the county board for eight years. He previously was employed at the Barry County Sheriff’s Department for 28 years. Before the election, Nevins said one of his attributes is that he cares for the needs of the people. He plans to “continue to serve the way my fellow citizens expect of me.” The most important issue facing the county, Nevins has said, is its poor financial con- Don Nevins dition. For the District 7 seat, VanNortwick captured 67.11 percent of the votes. His challenger, Kyle Hoyt, who is not affiliated with a political party, received 32.57 percent of the votes. Voting results were 1,500 for VanNortwick and 728 for Hoyt. District 7 Jeff VanNortwick covers the townships of Assyria, Baltimore and Johnstown. VanNortwick noted the current “rough economic time” when people are questioning government leadership and said his election is an affirmation that the county has leaders who conduct “the county’s business in the best way” they can. “This is a very serious job ... I appreciate voters’ confidence,” he said. VanNortwick did some door-to-door campaigning. He said his base of supporters has expanded and he strives to stay in contact with his constituents and is glad to receive input from the grassroots level. VanNortwick, of Battle Creek, is completing his second consecutive term on the county board. He is owner and president of Environmental Landscape Service. Looking ahead to 2011, he said he and other commissioners will be working to stabilize the county’s economic future and working with others to enhance the local job climate. Part of his mandate is to work with others to help improve the local economy and opportunities for small businesses and agricultural businesses. VanNortwick is interested in expanding the local food network where more food can be marketed locally resulting in a healthier and more plentiful local food supply to retain local dollars and expand the agricultural markets to create more jobs. He has high praise for the county’s rich natural resources, which he has said “are sustainable and when managed effectively can be expanded for greater local economies and local jobs” through encouraging more tourists, hunters and fishermen to visit the county. Callton tops competition for 87th district representative by Shannon Cornett Staff Writer Nominees went head to head in the Nov. 2 election for 87th district state representative, vying for the chance to represent all of Barry County and most of Ionia County in the state House. Winning the election was Mike Callton, a 51-year-old Nashville Republican. Callton has been a Barry County commissioner, chi- ropractor and is an Army veteran. He has taken a pro-life stance, lists job security as the most pressing issue for his district and has taken the no-tax pledge. Callton pressed ahead in the polls, winning the spot with 14,169 of the 20,441 votes cast within Barry County, securing a sound 69.32 percent of the vote. Ionia voters, as well, favored Callton, dishing out 12,029 votes in his direction. Votes between the two counties added up to 22,308, making him the new 87th district state representative. Greg Grieves, a Saranac Democrat and owner of Saranac Tank Inc., had formerly submitted paperwork to the state, vowing not to spend more than $1,000 on his campaign. He came in second place, with a little over one-quarter of the Barry County votes, 5,291, or 25.88 percent. In Ionia he also came in second, getting 3,440 of his total 8,731 votes from Ionia citizens. Bob Willett, of Hastings, came in last place in the polls, receiving 956 of Barry County votes, taking in 4.68 percent of the total votes cast. Ionia voters gave Willett 450 votes, combined giving him a tally of 1,406 votes district-wide. “I’m definitely pleased to win and thankful See 87TH DISTRICT, pg. 3 Voters shoot down Republicans sweep through airport millage request county to win major offices by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During the Nov. 2 election, Barry County voters soundly rejected a proposed one-tenth (.1000) mill, 10-year levy to support the Barry County/Hastings Airport with 13,114 or 64.73 percent, voting against the proposal, while 7,145, or 35.27 percent, supported the funding. If approved, the millage would have cost the average homeowner approximately $5 per year and generated $185,651 in revenue the first year ($182,783 would go to the airport for maintenance, operations and capital improvements, $2,868 would have been disbursed to the City of Hastings Downtown Development Association and Local Development Finance Authority and the Village of Middleville DDA. Airport Manager Mark Noteboom said before the election that with a reliable source of funding from the millage for 10 years, the airport could make a plan to become self-supporting in 10 years. “We’ll just keep moving forward; we’ll still be funded by the county and the city,” said Noteboom after the election results were posted. “When this first started, we had maybe 2,500 supporters. Now we have over 7,000, so, I don’t think we lost anything. We got the word out there and gained a lot of support.” Barry County Administrator Michael Brown said the election results were unfortunate. However, he noted the Barry County Board of Commissioners has a contingency plan. “The county commissioners approved funding for the airport in the 2011 budget in the amount of $42,728 should the millage fail,” he said. “Now the airport commission will have to come before the board before the funds can be appropriated. The airport commission needs to determine how it will move forward in light of this.” Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield said the municipality has allocated $31,725 to the airport for its current fiscal year, which extended from July 1 to June 31, 2011. “We’ve just started the budget process for the 2011-12 fiscal year, so what our contribution will be, I can’t say yet,” said Mansfield. “I expect we will fund it at some level, but we “The county commissioners approved funding for the airport in the 2011 budget in the amount of $42,728 should the millage fail. Now the airport commission will have to come before the board before the funds can be appropriated. The airport commission needs to determine how it will move forward in light of this.” Michael Brown, Barry County Administrator just don’t know what that level will be.” Voters in the city of Hastings wards 1, 3 and 4 were the only precincts in which the proposal prevailed. In Rutland Charter Township, where the airport is located, voters narrowly defeated the millage 776-710. The largest defeats of the proposal were by voters in Assyria, Barry, Castleton, Johnstown and Prairieville townships, as well as two of Thornapple Township’s three precincts. In those townships, more than 70 percent of the voters turned down the millage. In all, 20,259 of the county’s 42,986 registered voters cast a ballot in the airport millage election. Residents s of Barry County went to the polls Tuesday with a clear message: Michigan’s government is not living up to expectations, and it’s time for a change. Mid-term elections produced solid Republican results with 49.12 percent of registered Barry County voters showing up to vote. Thornapple Township, Precinct 2, cast the highest percentage of votes with 63.64 percent of eligible voters. The City of Hastings, Ward 2, saw the fewest registered voters show up, at 32.34 percent. At press time, the Michigan vote totals remained unofficial, according to the secretary of state’s office. The governor’s race had a landslide victory for Republican Rick Snyder and running mate, local State Rep. Brian Calley. Snyder and Calley received 15,295 votes, or 72.77 percent, in Barry County with 1,880,108 votes statewide. Democrat Virg Bernero received 5,242 votes in Barry County with 1,289,807 votes statewide. Green Party candidate, Harley Mikkelson, received 146 county votes with 20,762 state votes. Stacy Mathia, U.S. Taxpayers Party, cleared 148 county votes and 20,885 votes in Michigan. Libertarian Ken Proctor, captured 175 county votes with 22,433 from state voters. In the contest for Michigan’s secretary of state, Republicans earned another victory. Ruth Johnson snagged 63.24 percent, or 13,095 of Barry County votes, with a state tally of 1,612,834. Democrat Jocelyn Benson trailed into second place here, with 6,458 Barry County and 1,437,403 state votes. John LaPietra, Green Party, took 225 county and 30,610 state votes. Candidate Robert Gale of the U.S. Taxpayers Party garnered 424 Barry County votes with 41,872 from Michigan voters. Scotty Boman of the Libertarian Party managed third place with 499 county votes cast, plus 58,213 from state voters. Taking the trifecta, Republicans also claimed the third major state office of attorney general. Bill Schuette posted 64.07 percent of Barry County votes with a total of 13,191 and 1,646,756 statewide. The second place challenger, Democrat David Leyton, took in 6,256 votes countywide with state votes totaling 1,365,984. Third place county honors go to U.S. Taxpayers candidate Gerald VanSickle with 624 county and 60,990 state votes. Third place state winner for the top lawyer’s office was Daniel Grow, Libertarian, with 503 county and 62,890 statewide votes. Replacing long-time West Michigan U.S. Rep. Vern Ehlers was 30-year-old Justin Amash, another Republican. Amash won the coveted 3rd District seat with 62.63 percent voters, or 13,039 county votes, and amassed 136,051 district votes in Michigan. His prime opponent, Democrat Pat Miles, tallied 6,876 votes in Barry County and 85,463 within the 3rd District. Libertarian James Roger crossed the finish line with 345 county and 2,715 state votes. Ted Gerrard, U.S. Taxpayers’ candidate, earned 356 Barry County votes with 2,206 district votes. Green Party runner, Charlie Shick, picked-up 189 county and 1,596 district votes. The trend continued with yet another Republican picking up the 24th District State Senator’s seat. Rick Jones moves from the Michigan House to the Senate, with 67.89 percent of Barry County voters giving him the nod. Jones earned 13,829 county votes and 67,154 district votes. Taking second was Democrat Michelle DiSano with 5,739 countywide and 31,248 from district constituents. The third candidate, Bradley Cook, Libertarian, acquired 795 Barry County and 3,571 district votes. �Page 2 — Thursday, November 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Delton fourth graders make Humane Society cuts funding for Barry County Animal Control their picks in mock vote by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During the Barry County Board of Commissioner’s committee-of-the-whole meeting Tuesday, Barry County Humane Society President Mary Fisher told commissioners her organization would decrease its funding for Barry County Animal Control. Fisher explained that, due to the continued downturn in the economy, donations to the humane society have decreased significantly; therefore the society will decrease its funding for medical treatment of animals brought into Animal Control and eliminate all funding for the euthanasia as of Jan. 1, 2011. “... We have had to take a hard look at some of our expenses and have determined that cuts have to be made in order to continue to fund our basic programs and concentrate on spaying and neutering, humane education in schools, pet meals on wheels, our pet food pantry and financial help for those in need of veterinary care and treatment for their pets, which is often the only tangible thing these people have left after losing jobs and homes. Requests for financial help are increasing daily.” Fisher said the humane society is currently funding all medical costs for the treatment of animals brought into the shelter, including euthanasia. “However, after contacting the department of agriculture and speaking directly with the state veterinarian, Dr. Michael Finatri, we found that the county is responsible for paying some of the expenses that the BCHS has been paying for many years,” she said. According to Fisher, starting Jan. 1, 2011, the humane society will only pay for the medical treatment of animals after a licensed veterinarian has assessed the animal, which has been made comfortable and is free from pain and suffering and stabilized for the required waiting period. She added, that according to state regulations, this first step is the county’s responsibility. “Once the animal has been stabilized ... and if the animal has been determined to be highly adaptable, then Step 2 — BCHS responsibility will kick in,” said Fisher. “The BCHS must be contacted, and at that time, a determination will be made as to if the treatment will be authorized and the amount paid. This will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Also, the BCHS will reserve the right to choose the licensed veterinarian to provide this further treatment.” According to Fisher, so far this year, the humane society has paid $1,885 in medical assistance and $918 for the euthanasia drug. The society has spent over $5,000 on ani- mals at the shelter for the year to date, according to Fisher. “The Barry County Humane Society has been in existence for over 50 years, helping the animals of Barry County; and I, as president, am going to make sure it’s around for another 50 years,” said Fisher. “However, after contacting the department of agriculture and speaking directly with the state veterinarian, Dr. Michael Finatri, we found that the county is responsible for paying some of the expenses that the BCHS has been paying for many years.” Barry County Humane Society President Mary Fisher Commissioner Don Nevins asked Fisher approximately how much the humane society receives in donations each year. Fisher said she did not have those numbers readily available. However, she did say that without continued donations, the humane society’s funds would be depleted within 10 years. Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf, who oversees Animal Control, said his department has funds to cover the medical and euthanasia costs. Barry County Administrator Michael Brown said Animal Control has a donation fund that currently has a balance of approximately $215,000, which can be used for the care and treatment of animals brought in to animal control. He added that the fund averages about $34,000 a year in revenues. However, he noted that with a high of $84,000 and a low of $2,300, the average wasn’t consistent. Fisher said Animal Control’s donation fund was, substantially more than what the humane society has. Fisher said her group would continue to aid Animal Control through the senior pet program, litter program, by supplying cat carriers and a more controlled medical assistance program. The humane society also will have a representative on the commission’s Animal Control advisory committee. Commissioners are expected to give their final approval of the selected appointees during their next regular meeting, slated for 9 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9. The first meeting of the advisory committee has been set for 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 2. Board Chairman Robert Houtman said he was confident Animal Control had enough funds available to carry on operations until the advisory committee was able to determine how the Animal Control donation fund would be used. Maple Valley school board has new member by Shari Carney Staff Writer Residents in the Maple Valley school district voted Nov. 2 to add a new member to the board of education. Newcomer Mark Jorgensen (also a trustee on the Vermontville Village Council) won a seat on the school board. Incumbent Anthony Shaw, who had been appointed to the board in June 2009 to replace Trustee Mark Wenger, lost his bid to be elected Tuesday. Four four-year terms were open, and incumbents Wayne Curtis, Andrea Montgomery and Kevin Rost were re-elected. Challenger Melissa Faurot did not receive enough votes to be elected. Teresa Allen, current president, opted not to run. The combined vote tally between Barry and Eaton counties was Curtis, 1,323; Montgomery, 1,261; Rost, 1,205; Jorgensen, 1,062; Faurot, 973; and Shaw; 890. Among Eaton County voters within the school district, Montgomery gained the most votes at 696, followed by Curtis with 643, Jorgensen with 619, Rost with 611, Faurot with 530 and Shaw with 428. In Barry County, Curtis led with 680 votes, Rost with 594, Montgomery with 565, Shaw with 462, and Faurot and Jorgensen tied at 443 votes apiece. When filing for election, all candidates had to declare whether they were seeking one of the four four-year terms or the single twoyear post to which Shaw had been appointed. No candidates filed for the partial term on the board. Superintendent Ronna Steel said Wednesday that the board will appoint someone to fill the two-year term. Prairieville fills trustees, treasurer and parks commissioner positions by Shannon Cornett Staff Writer Tuesday’s election held several open positions for Prairieville Township, including trustees, treasurer, and an open seat for Prairieville parks commissioner. The ballot included four candidates vying for two open trustee seats. The choices included Republican incumbents Rod Goebel and Jim Grundy and Democrats David G. Kloth and Normajean Nichols who were challenging. According to the county’s statement of votes cast, there are 2,535 registered voters between the two precincts of Prairieville. In this election, 1,351, or 53.62 percent, of voters in Precinct 1 and 1,265, or 52.96 percent, of voters turned out in Precinct 2. Of these voters, 767, or 30.91 percent, voted for Grundy, making him the top candidate on the ballot. “ I look forward to helping the township board provide responsive, cost-effective government,” said Grundy, who also encouraged township residents to attend township board meetings on the second Wednesday of each month to see what transpires. Close behind Grundy in the polls was Goebel, only 12 votes back, with 756 votes, or 30.47 percent. Garnering the second highest number of votes, Goebel will be serving alongside Grundy on the Prairieville Township Board. Both were recently appointed to the township. “I would like to thank everyone who participated and especially those who came out and supported me,” said Goebel. Both Kloth and Nichols were also close in NEWS BRIEFS continued from front page Monday, Nov. 8, at 8 a.m. at the County Seat Restaurant in Hastings. The event offers an opportunity to hear legislative updates from state and federal officials on issues that affect this area. Speakers typically include Connie Jiarmo from Congressman Vernon Ehlers’ office, Sen. Patricia Birkholz and Rep. Brian Calley. Each speaker will give an update from his or her office, and then the floor will be open for questions. The event is free and open to the public; there is no need to register. The meetings are held on the second Monday of every month. Contact the Barry County Chamber of Commerce for a complete schedule of future locations, 269-945-2454. Positioned by the ballot box were Anna Conrad and Jaylene Gan. ‘Whole Grains 101’ to be topic of ILR class Bonnie David, a retired nutrition instructor, will be teaching a two-hour class about whole grains from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10. She will tell what constitutes a whole grain, why people need them, how to identify the best whole grains, and how to select and prepare them. Participants also will be able to sample some whole-grain recipes. The class is sponsored by the Kellogg Community College’s Institute for Learning in Retirement and will meet at the KCC Fehsenfeld Campus on West Gun Lake Road in Hastings. Class fee information may be obtained and registration made by calling the KCC Fehsenfeld Center at 269-948-9500, ext. 2803. the polls, with Nichols tallying 483 votes, or 19.47 percent, and Kloth only 10 behind, pulling in 473, or 19.06 percent. Also on the ballot were two nominees for treasurer, Deb Newhouse, Republican, and Kasandra McGuire, with no party affiliation. Newhouse had been appointed treasurer by the township board, but resigned in June. The board then appointed McGuire, making her the incumbent in this race. Newhouse won the vote with a heavy margin, 772 votes, or 70.12 percent, with McGuire receiving 322 votes, or 29.25 percent. The catch, however, is that even though McGuire was defeated in the polls, she will still be serving as treasurer. Newhouse, although unavailable for comment Wednesday, had made it clear before votes were cast that if elected, she would not return, due to acquiring a new position in her current profession. Finally, Prairieville was in search of a new parks commissioner, Republican Rebecca Kahler, who was the only nominee on the ballot, will be serving this term. She received 97.83 percent of the votes, while 2.17 percent of the vote accounted for write-in votes. Patti Cotrba, Prairieville deputy treasurer who attended to the polls during voting, said, “It was a wonderful turnout here. I think a lot of people made it out and voted, but of course, we’re always hoping for more.” Announcing the results of the Delton fourth grade mock election were (from left) Jaylene Gan, Anna Bassett and Anna Conrad. Fourth graders at Delton Kellogg Elementary School participated in a mock election on Election Day, Tuesday, and they were right in sync with the majority of voters across the state and in the third congressional district. The students picked Rick Snyder as their choice for governor and Justin Amash to represent the third district in the U.S. Congress. Students had been studying the constitution as part of their social studies curriculum with a special focus on how the power of American government comes from the people. Student council members worked together to run the polling booth, with one member guiding voters to sign in using voter validation papers, another checking off voters on registration sheets and a third monitoring the ballot box and handing out bookmarks and flag stickers to successful voters. Students announced the results of the election on the public address system at the end of the day. Making the announcement to everyone in the fourth grade hall were Anna Bassett, Anna Conrad and Jaylene Gan. They announced that Snyder received 73 votes while Virg Bernero had 30. Voting for the third district United States congressional seat was much closer. Amash was the winner by only six votes. He received a total of 53 student votes and Pat Miles had 47. “Thank you everyone for celebrating freedom by voting today,” the announcers said. “Every vote counts!” Dinner, auction will help fireman Friends and classmates of Lakewood alumnus Jamie Maurer will host a benefit roast pork dinner and silent auction from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, at the Freeport Fire Station located at 100 State St., Freeport. A freewill donation will be taken for the dinner. Maurer has begun the first steps of a blood stem cell transplant for Hodgkins lymphoma in Atlanta. All proceeds from this benefit will go to him and his family to cover costs of medical care. For more information about this event, call David Stifler 269-838-1106. Fourth grade students at Delton have been studying the constitution as part of their social studies curriculum and Tuesday’s mock election was a special focus on how the power of American government comes from the people. Gathered around the government Day sign are (from left) Emily Elkins, Luke Froncheck, Walter Schisser and Brendon Chilton. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, November 4, 2010 — Page 3 Plans for the new four-season farm market in Lake Odessa have a lighthouse motif. Lake Odessa awarded $584K grant for farmers market The Village of Lake Odessa has been awarded a farmers market grant in the amount of $584,829 in Community Development Block Grant funds from Michigan Economic Development Corporation for construction of a four-season farmers market for Lake Odessa. The village’s match is approximately $234,265. Plans call for the new structure to be built on the fairgrounds property in the vicinity of Bonanza and Jordan Lake Avenue, one of the main “gateways” into the village. This project comes as work is being completed on the Jordan Lake Avenue reconstruction project, where the $1.2 million project was paid for with more than $900,000 in grant funding. “In addition, the Jordan Lake Avenue corridor is participating in the $380,000 Neighborhood Preservation Program funded through the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, which is remodeling the interior and exterior of many of the homes and also construction of a new home on the corridor,” said Village Manager Mark L. Bender. “The farmers market will be an exciting addition and aesthetic improvement to the Jordan Lake corridor and provide the citizens with a wide selection of produce, meats and many other related affordable goods,” said Village President Karen Banks. “This award brings the total grant dollars awarded to the village since Bender has served as village manager to over $5 million quite remarkable.” The village is planning to begin construction in the spring of 2011, with completion in the fall, said Bender. The new farmers market will replace the single-season market that has been operated by Janet Thomas, a village trustee. Hastings varsity football players (from left) Casey Shaeffer, Alex Randall, Josh Coenen, Sean McKeough, Jacob Comer and Tyler Stolicker show muscles that may or may not help when the Chicks vs. Bricks swim competition returns Wednesday. Football players challenged to swim – or sink Nov. 10 Hastings and Thornapple Kellogg varsity football teams fared well on the gridiron this year, but how well the players can tread water will be determined next week. Football players from all teams at both schools have been issued a challenge from the ladies on the TK/Hastings swim team to sink or swim in the fourth annual Chicks vs. Bricks competition at the Hastings High School Community Education and Recreation Center pool Wednesday, Nov. 10, at 4:30 p.m. In the past, the event has included races such as the 25-yard kickboard paddle, diving (including best cannonball) and the individual football medley relay. The event is designed to be a fun competition between boys and girls from both schools. The $1 per person admission goes toward the swim program at both schools. Freeport election does not include president Wednesday, Nov. 3, residents of Freeport woke to discover that less than 100 of their neighbors had voted in Tuesday’s election. No one ran for the position of village council president, though 17 write-in votes were cast for the position. According to Village Clerk Yvonne Aspinall, the 17 write in-votes for president will have no impact since no one had filed as a write-in candidate for the position by the Oct. 22 deadline. Running unopposed, Aspinall was re-elected as clerk with 96 votes. Also running unop- posed, Treasurer Dorothy Kelley was reelected with 98 votes. Elected to the Freeport trustee positions were Mary Murphy with 76 votes, Tami Jo Hester with 63 votes, and Tiffany Sheely with 62 votes. Running to fill partial terms of trustee, Bill Andrews and Ryan Roseboom were elected with 74 and 60 votes, respectively. All these positions were unopposed. There is still one trustee opening. Village Trustee Lani Forbes’ term expires in 2012. Those elected on Nov. 2 begin their new positions Jan. 1, 2011. Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, Nov. 4 — Movie Memories remembers Lucille Ball in “The Big Street,” 5 to 8 p.m.; Library book club discusses Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5 — preschool story time about sandwiches, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.; Friday Night Magic Card Club, 2:30 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6 — Lego Club creates “Space, the Final Frontier,” 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 8 — Go Bananas at Your Library November reading club begins. Tuesday, Nov. 9 — toddler story time about pets, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10 — 1st to 3rd Club explores telephones, 4 to 5 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library for more information at 269-945-4263. Holiday sale show to benefit Star School tonight Thursday, Nov. 4, shoppers can get a jump start on their holiday shopping, support local businesses and vendors and help support Star School Elementary during the Holiday Craft and Direct Sale Vendor Show from 2 to 8 p.m. in multi-purpose room of Star School Elementary, 1900 Star School Road, Hastings. The event is open to the public and admission is free. More than 40 crafts people, vendors and businesses will be on hand, offering their wares and services. All proceeds from booth rental fees and special fundraisers offered by some of the vendors will benefit the school. Event chairperson Michele Bentti noted that there could be even more fundraising offers available the day of the event. Crane is winner of first local ArtPrize Sponsorship program Area artists and those who appreciate art know it is quite an honor for those selected to participate in the Grand Rapids art competition ArtPrize. This year, several Barry County artists were honored with a spot in the 2010 contest. “Anybody who has been to ArtPrize knows what an honor it is to participate in the event,” said Megan Lavell, executive director of the Thornapple Arts Council. “Artists from around the world come to Grand Rapids for this competition, and we should be very proud that we have so many quality artists representing Barry County.” The Thornapple Arts Council developed an ArtPrize Sponsorship committee to recognize and support the effort of Barry County artists who participated in the competition. “We are proud of the work these artists have done, and we know how much time and money they put into their pieces,” said Lavell. “We are honored to be able to support them.” Hastings resident Kathleen Crane and her watercolor “Generations,” have been named winners of the local sponsorship program. Crane was one of five Barry County artists who chose to participate in the program and was selected by a committee. Her piece was displayed at the Fountain Street Church during ArtPrize and currently hangs at the Jefferson Street Gallery in Hastings. “We would like to congratulate all of the Barry County artists who got into Art Prize, and thank those who took time out of their busy lives to participate in our sponsorship program,” said Lavell. Four other Barry County artists participated in the local sponsorship program. Middleville’s Bonnie Slayton displayed her multi-faceted exhibit, “Art out of the Bag: Creative Purse-abilities” at the Waters Building. Chad Seeber of Freeport displayed his sculpture “Finding Lost Places” at God’s Kitchen. Steve White of Hastings displayed his infrared scenic canvas wrap photography at the Riverview Center. It is still on display there. Jennifer Jones, a Middleville resident, displayed her oil painting, “Michigan Gal,” at Huntington Bank. Crane will receive $1,000 from the arts council as the winner of the competition, and all other participating artists will receive $100. Hastings resident Kathleen Crane stands next to her watercolor “Generations.” She is the winner of the 2010 Thornapple Arts Council ArtPrize Sponsorship program. “Generations” is on display at the Jefferson Street Gallery. (Photo by Patricia Johns) 87TH DISTRICT, continued from page 1 to the voters,” said Callton. “I’m really looking forward to being able to serve them next year in the house of representatives. I worked [very hard] on this campaign, and it’s really gratifying to win, and it just makes me more determined to really make something out of this experience.” The 87th district seat is currently held by Brian Calley of Portland. He had filed to run for the 33rd District of the state Senate, but was tapped as running mate to gubernatorial candidate Rick Snyder. Snyder and Calley were elected as governor and lieutenant governor, respectively, Tuesday. Work from other local artists also was honored by the Thornapple Arts Council ArtPrize Sponsorship program, including (from left) Bonnie Slayton standing behind “Old Saddle Bags wins the Money Purse,” photographer Steve White standing behind “Michigan Gal,” by Jennifer Jones, and winner Kathleen Crane, whose “Generations” watercolor hangs on the back wall. White’s infrared scenic canvas wrap photography is still at the Riverview Center in Grand Rapids. (Photo by Patricia Johns) �Page 4 — Thursday, November 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner County mirrors Michigan voters on statewide proposals Barry County voters along with other Michigan voters were adamant in Tuesday’s election that they didn’t want to convene a constitutional convention in the state. Nearly 73 percent of county voters cast no votes. The statewide Proposal 1 for a constitutional convention was overwhelmingly defeated 1,965,044 to 985,433. In Barry County, the proposition received 14,449 no votes and 5,365 yes votes. The 1963 state constitution requires that the question of whether to hold a constitutional convention be placed before the voters every 16 years. The last convention was convened in 1961, and the constitution that emerged from it was narrowly approved by voters in 1963. The 1963 constitution is Michigan’s fourth. The first was adopted in 1835, the second in 1850 and the third in 1908. Under the terms of the current constitution, the question will appear before the voters again in 2026. State and county voters cast a landslide of affirmative votes to amend the state constitution to prevent certain felons from holding elective office and specified types of public employment. On the state level, Proposal 2 to amend the constitution was approved by a vote of 2,276,449 to 762,314. Barry County had 15,221 (75.30 percent) yes votes and 4,993 votes against the amendment. The approved constitutional amendment would make a person ineligible for election or appointment to any state or local elective office or to hold a position in public employment in this state that is policy-making or has discretionary authority over public assets if, within the preceding 20 years, the person was convicted of a felony involving dishonesty, deceit, fraud or a breach of the public trust and the conviction was related to the person’s official capacity while holding any elective office or position of employment in local, state or federal government. The proposal also requires the state legislature to enact laws to implement the prohibition. (Part of the information in this article was prepared by Claire Layman, Extension specialist in public policy education with Michigan State University Extension.) Foltz keeps Lakewood board seat; Woodland millage passes by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Incumbent Gary Foltz successfully defended his seat on the Lakewood Board of Education against challenger Larry Steward 2,299-1,808. By county, the results were Ionia: Foltz 1,066 and Steward 942; Barry County: Foltz 626 and Steward 537; Eaton County Foltz 606 and Steward 321 and Kent County Foltz 1 and Steward 8. Voters in the village of Woodland approved a proposal to fund special projects such as leaf pickup, spring collection and equipment. The 2-mills proposal won 83-53. Village President Lester Forman previously said “We are trying to build the fund for equipment so we can pay cash and not have to take a loan on new equipment.” Wednesday he said, “I am glad that many voted. I’ve been village president many years, and we’ve never asked for anything we don’t need. We asked for the mills, explained why the village needs it, and the voters checked the right box.” The millage is expected to raise $13,003 in the first year. Voters in the village of Sunfield elected three trustees to four-year seats. Christine Corderman received 81 votes, while Wendel Peabody 122 and Pete Weller 133. Brandon Moorman was not elected with 51 votes. In Clarksville, challenger Jordan Burnie was elected village president with 45 votes. Defeated in their race for village president were incumbent Judith Transue, who received 40 votes, and challenger Robbie Mutschler, who took in 35. Voters in Odessa Township were met by Matthea Brandenburg, a political science major student from Grand Rapids. She was working as a volunteer for Pat Miles, the Democratic candidate for U.S. representative for the 3rd district. He ran unsuccessfully against Justin Amash. Brandenburg was handing out Pat Miles fliers to those coming to vote. Some Odessa Township voters questioned if it was legal to distribute campaign literature at a polling place. The Ionia County Sheriff Department was contacted, investigated the situation and determined that Brandenburg was in her legal rights, as long as she was 100 feet away from the polling place. Brandenburg said she was a student intern for Miles and wanted to see how a campaign was run. She said the Miles campaign sent her to the overwhelmingly Republican Odessa Township to try to garner support for the Democrat candidate. Odessa Township Clerk Lisa Williams said that after the 100-foot rule was explained, Brandenburg kept at the legal limit and caused no trouble. Rutland votes to continue fire millage for eight more years by Shannon Cornett Staff Writer Tuesday, Rutland Charter Township had a proposal on the ballot to continue a millage regarding the fire services that they receive. The proposal itself was for the renewal of a millage of 1.5 mils to support the fee of $166,000 the township is charged for the services of the BIRCH (Baltimore, Irving, Rutland, Carlton and Hastings) Fire Department. The millage is on an eight-year renewal period, and though the clerk did not know how many cycles the tax has been through, she said it has been carried out by the township for at least two cycles, or 16 years. Voters passed the millage widely, with 1,048, or 70.95 percent, of the total 1,477 votes cast on the issue. Some 429, or 29.05 percent of, votes within Rutland Charter Township were cast to do away with the millage. The tax will stay in effect for at least the next eight years until it is voted on again in 2018. The election is over, yet the economy remains perched on the edge of a cliff A book I read several years ago stated, “Unless we take action now, our nation may confront a situation similar to the Great Depression — and maybe even worse. Our economic growth has been sluggish for nearly two decades. The unemployment numbers remain depressing, while the Federal Reserve worries about inflation. “The institutions we depend on to preserve our financial security are shaky. If they fail, millions of people will be devastated. Banks are already weak. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, which we as taxpayers guarantee, may incur liabilities greater than those from the recent savings and loan crisis. In other words, our economy is perched on the edge of a cliff. Either we work together to climb back to safety, or we must brace ourselves for potential disaster.” You will find these comments in the introduction to Ross Perot’s book United We Stand. The book was based on a plan to stimulate discussion and debate on the country’s difficult economic conditions of the time. He went on to say, “The only objective is to create a plan that best serves the American people, and then implement it! We want action, not words.” Perot made these statements in 1992. However, many of the problems still exist in our country today. He was concerned about the expansion of government and the growing deficit. He cautioned Americans about the role special interests had in political campaigns, along with foreign governments’ influence on our legislative process. And, what about the loss of so many American jobs to foreign countries? Perot said, “Washington has created a government that comes at us instead of a government that comes from us.” During the recent mid-term campaign, we saw first-hand how candidates manipulated words and phases drawing attention to issues important to voters. Yet, very few campaigns spent time educating the electorate on how we are going to get out of this mess. And, here we are, nearly 20 years later in the middle of what Perot cautioned us would happen if we didn’t heed the warnings. Now that the election is behind us, it’s up to taxpayers to hold elected officials accountable for the changes necessary to get our economy on the right track again. The message voters sent was loud and clear — it was about jobs and the rapid growth of government during poor economic conditions. Both parties played a role in the demise of an economy that countries around the world wanted to emulate. Now it will be up to government leaders at all levels, working together to create a plan. They need to once again create an atmosphere that welcomes innovation, which was a hallmark of America. During my lifetime, I’ve been able to see it all. We were the nation known for innovation, in cars and equipment, building standards and for growing enough food to feed the world. We led the world in just about every category, yet today we’ve lost entire job sectors to other countries — not to mention the decline of our standard of living that used to double with each generation. Now it could take several generations before we see any improvement. As I drive around West Michigan I am sickened by the idle factories, empty retail stores and all the ‘for sale’ signs that saturate neighborhoods. The only way to achieve any real growth in the coming years will be if our elected officials find a way to work together on the issues that impede real growth. Some will call for term limits, smaller government and reduced taxation as a plan for action. Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Keep your friends and relatives informed! Send them The Hastings BANNER To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. Sounds like a political campaign that is more rhetoric than a plan of action. I received an e-mail the other day with an example of what could become the Congressional Reform Act of 2010. The new legislation suggests: Term limits, 12 years, only, with examples such as two six-year Senate terms, six two-year House terms, one six-year Senate terms and three two-year House terms. The plan also calls for the elimination of tenure or pension for these parttime, term-limited legislators. Under the new provisions, a Congressman would collect a salary while in office, yet would receive nothing when he or she leaves. Congress would also take part in Social Security, just like the rest of us. All funds presently part of the Congressional retirement fund would move to the Social Security system, with future retirement funds flowing into that system. Congressmen would have to purchase their own retirement plans, rather than the inclusive plan that exits today. Any raises considered in the future would be based on the Consumer Price Index, or 3 percent, and then they would not be eligible in the years where Social Security recipients don’t get an increase. They would also lose their current health care coverage and would be required to take part in a plan similar to most Americans’ coverage. These legislators would also be required to abide by laws they impose on the rest of us. And contracts with past and present Congressmen would become void effective Jan. 1, 2011. The special document ends by stating, “Serving in Congress is an honor, not a career. The Founding Fathers envisioned citizen legislators to serve their term(s), then go home and get back to work.” Keeping with the visions of the Founding Fathers, Perot said, “These are the people who go to Washington to do good and stay to do well for themselves.” Perot was convinced, years ago, that most elected officials were working to feather their nests, rather than legislate in our best interests. So where do we go from here? It’s imperative we become part of the process. Just because some of us stopped Tuesday to take the time to cast our votes, it’s not over. If we expect to see any real change in the near future, we must treat the coming months like a campaign, with legislators battling to save their positions. The election wasn’t a mandate for the Republican Party; it was a message from voters across the nation that we need a change in direction. This afternoon, the Barry Chamber of Commerce and Economic Alliance will hold its annual Economic Summit and Business Expo at the Barry Expo to highlight local industry and reveal the economic outlook for the coming year. The event will offer attendees a look at where we’ve been and what the new year might look like. The facts will hold the insights for what we must do to turn this economic nightmare into an innovative economy we experienced just a few years ago. The election is behind us, but the problems we face won’t go away just because we’ve elected new leadership. If we want change, then we must work together to create a plan that will put us back on the road to recovery. In the coming weeks, we’ll know if the election was the beginning of a new day — or just another way politicians put a spin on the situation. How should veterans be honored? Thursday, Nov. 11, is Veterans Day. What do you think we should be doing at the local, county, state and national level to honor veterans? The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Art Meade, Woodland: “We should treat them better, especially by providing medical care for those who were injured in combat.” Julie Foster, Middleville: “I would like to see more people join the moment of silence Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. at the river overlook in Riverbank Park in Middleville. That is the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.” Kim Deardorff, Lake Odessa: “We should thank them more often for their service, not just on Veterans Day. And don’t do lip service. We should have more training programs for unemployed vets.” Nancy Geren, Hastings: “We should get more veterans involved in Veterans Day.” Robert Marti, Hastings: “I think that holding parades would be good. Parades would bring out people to remember and honor veterans.” Steve Reid, Hastings: “We should make use of our local cable access to show more veteran-related programs.” Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, November 4, 2010 — Page 5 Financial FOCUS IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of You can’t complain unless you vote To the editor: Has the county commissioner thought about starting with themselves – only get paid $50 per meeting – and no benefits? Would donations help save the sheriff’s office liaison officer? Also, I want to remind all people our nation is in the state is is because of President Bill Clinton who signed NAFTA and CAFTA agreements. Also because of the last eight years of George W. Bush’s administration. Just like Michigan is in the state it is because ‘Elect’ investments to help pursue your goals of Engler’s inept ways. There are 309.7 million people in the U.S. If they want to help stimulate the economy, give every legal taxpayer with an income of $150,000 or less $400,000. That would stimulate the economy, end foreclosures, hopefully, and get this nation back on track. If you do not vote Nov. 2, keep your complaints to yourself. You have to night to complain. Debra James Hastings Neighbors might not be taking signs To the editor: Just because your neighbor has opposite political and issues signs from yours in their yard, does not say or mean that they are the ones who stole or steal and damage them. For many years, my signs have too been damaged or stolen. Every year the same old thing – damaged signs. I have come to expect nothing less but the same old thing. Every year, I have political signs stolen or damaged. Every hear I have them. I don’t blame or accuse my neighbors for the stolen or damaged signs in my yard or the ones that leave. Eldon Shellenbarger, Hastings Social News It’s election time again, so you take time to learn about the various candidates and their positions on the issues. But you also need to make informed decisions in other areas of your life — such as when you “elect” the investments to help pursue your goals. Actually, you can find some similarities in selecting candidates and choosing investments. Here are a few “votes” that can apply to either situation: • Vote for vision. When you vote for political candidates, you expect that they have a solid vision for what they want to accomplish. And when you put together an investment strategy, you also need a vision of the goals you’re hoping to reach — and this overall vision should help guide your moves over the years. • Vote for potential. When you vote for candidates, you are showing your confidence in their potential to be effective legislators. And when you choose specific investments, you are counting on their potential to help you attain your objectives. For example, when you purchase growth-oriented investments, you are anticipating that their value will grow so that you can eventually sell them and make a profit. Of course, the price of these investments will fluctuate, and if you sell when the price is down, you could lose some or all of your principal. But if you purchase quality investment vehicles, and you hold them for the long term, you may be able to “smooth out” some of the market's volatility and take advantage of your investments’ potential. Marriage Licenses 5 generations gather Five generations gathered recently. They included great-great grandmother, Marjorie Bowerman; great grandmother, Geri Nichols; grandfather, Mervin C. Nichols; mother, Jessica Fox; and baby daughter, Anna Faith Marie Fox. Call anytime for classified ads 269-945-9554 77551277 Helen Near to celebrate 90th birthday Helen Near, long time Caledonia resident will celebrate her 90th birthday Monday, Nov. 8th. Helen taught in Caledonia High School and Middle School for 24 years. Most of her years were teaching seventh grade geography. She still shares memories of her students and would love to hear from them. Please send cards to her at Carveth Village, 690 W. Main St., Middleville, MI 49333. 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Welcome to the Do-It-Yourself DO-IT-YOURSELF CORNER Corner How to Use a Leaf Blower to The best time to blow fallen leaves is when autumn is underway and before winter arrives. Once you've developed your own leaf blowing technique, you can get rid of fallen leaves or put them to good use as mulch or compost. It is important to blow leaves away from your house if you have a wooden home to prevent the leaves and consequently the wood from rotting. Furthermore, blown leaves add to the aesthetic value of your property, making it look much neater. Here are some tips for better leaf blowing. First, make sure that you have the necessary safety gear before starting out, such as earplugs and adequate protection for your eyes. Always blow leaves when they're dry. If leaves are wet, it is quite difficult to Blow Leaves move them. Also it is easier to blow the leaves quite soon after they've fallen. It is more difficult to try and blow a whole mass of leaves at once. To blow leaves out from the corners around your house, try using the leaf blower on a low power setting, or use a rake to move leaves out from these areas, and then use the leaf blower to blow the leaves. We hope these tips will make the job go faster, easier, and safer. 575 Tanner Lake Road, Hastings, MI • Call us at 948-9891 HASTINGS ELKS Presents 5TH ANNUAL DEER HUNTERS BALL Where: Hastings Elk Lodge • 102 E. Woodlawn, Hastings 269-945-5308 When: Saturday, November 6, 2010 Cocktails at 5:00 p.m. • Dinner at 6:00 p.m. - $7.50 per plate gets you a heaping helping of “Jim & Doug’s Famous Pork Feast” Music by: Grumpy Old Men begins at 8:00 p.m. Stop by and celebrate! M66 Tire STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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In choosing a candidate, you’re looking for someone who will represent your views, as well as the best interests of your community or state. And you also want to choose investments that are suitable for your individual preferences and goals. So, if you’re naturally a conservative investor, you won’t want a heavy exposure to riskier investments. Or, if you need a specific amount of money in a set number of years, you may want to choose an investment that offers greater protection of principal and possibly a fixed rate of return. • Vote for clarity. Before you vote for a candidate, you’ll want to be sure you really understand his or her messages and promises. And you’ll need a similar clarity in choosing investments. Never invest in something unless you understand its risks and potential rewards. • Vote for experience. In any election, you want to vote for someone who has the ability to carry out the office that he or she is seeking. And before you choose an investment, you should have the experience necessary to evaluate the pros and cons involved. You can gain some of this knowledge by studying up on the investments that you’re considering, but, given the complexities of the financial world, you also may want to work with an investment professional. As a responsible citizen, you know how important it is to make your voice heard on Election Day. As a diligent investor, you understand how important it is to "elect" the right investments for your portfolio. 77551273 Hastings City Bank Trust and Investment Group 269-945-2401 150 W. 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BRING ALL YOUR FRIENDS! 07557171 �Page 6 — Thursday, November 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Thornapple Township road millage defeated The Thornapple Township .05 percent road millage request was defeated by a vote of 1,706-1,050. The millage would have generated approximately $350,000 for three years. Wednesday, Township Supervisor Don Boysen said he was disappointed with the results. “I think it is an indication that people do not want to pay any additional taxes,” said Boysen. “The [county] airport millage request was also defeated.” Boysen added the Thornapple Township board of trustees will have to look at the 2011 budget to see if any funds are available for road work in the coming year. The next meeting of the Thornapple Township board of trustees will be Monday, Nov. 8, at 7 p.m. Worship Together… Area Obituaries Gerald Duane Gibson Lloyd S. Goyings DELTON, MI - Gerald Duane Gibson, age 88, of Delton, passed away November 1, 2010 at his residence. He was born on February 24, 1922 in Cloverdale, the son of Wilber and Mary (Cappon) Gibson. He married Lois Anderson in a double ceremony with Borgia and Dick McKibbin in Hastings, November 10, 1945. Gerald graduated from Delton High School in 1940. He honorably served in the US Navy from 1945-1946. Gerald worked at EW Bliss for many years in maintenance and machine repair and later retired from there. Gerald was a member of the National Rifle Assoc., Battle Creek Engineer Club and the Barry County Steam, Gas and Antique Tractor Assoc. Gerald loved hunting, fishing and antique tractors. He was preceded in death by his parents and a foster sister, Ruth Anders. Gerald is survived by his wife of 65 years, Lois; daughter, Brenda Chandler (Steve Sensiba) of Hastings and son, Gary and Joyce Gibson of Delton; four grandsons, Greg and Connie Chandler, Derek and Rachel Chandler, Gavin Gibson, Justin and Staci Gibson; one granddaughter, Beth and Nick Gauthier; five great granddaughters, Lexi, Lydia, Breanna, Emileigh and Maddy Gauthier; and one great grandson, Hunter Chandler. Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 4, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Girrbach Funeral Home. Pastor Robert Norton will be officiating the service. Internment will be at Praireville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Borgess Hospice, 348 North Burdick St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007 or Cedar Creek Bible Church, 9213 Cedar Creek Rd., Delton, MI 49046. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (girrbachfuneralhome.net). PRAIRIEVILLE, MI - Lloyd S. Goyings, of Prairieville, passed away October 31, 2010. Lloyd was born December 26, 1933 in Newaygo County, the son of Everett and Laura (Terwillegar) Goyings. A 1953 graduate of White Cloud High School, Lloyd received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Michigan State University in 1958, his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1960 from Michigan State University and also his Masters of Science and a Ph.d in Veterinary Pathology from MSU. While a student at MSU, Lloyd met the love of his life Clara Gumtow and they were married September 17, 1955, recently celebrating 55 years of marriage. A loyal employee of Upjohn from 1966 to 1980, Lloyd pursued private consulting after leaving Upjohn and his first love: farming. A Prairieville Township Supervisor for two terms, Lloyd spent many years on the Prairieville Park Commission, and many other boards and committees and was a current member of the Four Township Water Resource Commission. Lloyd was an avid MSU fan and hunter and also a member of the Sons of American Legion Post 484, Hickory Corners. He is survived by his wife, Clara; children, Leonard Goyings of Plainwell, David (Helen) Goyings of Kalamazoo, Leigh (Dale Blunier) Goyings of Edwardsburg, John Goyings of Plainwell and Nancy (Steve Frye) Goyings of Middleton, WI; grandchildren, Paul Bunce, Rose, Mary, and Alison Goyings, Joshua, Clinton and Dakota Goyings, Tom Blunier and Ben and Katie Frye; great grandchildren, Taylor Goyings and Alexandra Bunce; brothers, Edward (Betty) Goyings of Frankenmuth, Mark (Jeannine) Goyings of Muskegon; sister, Juanita (Troy Yoder) Van Valin of Roscommon; sister-in-law, Addie Christenson of Fremont; brother-in-law, Harold (Betty) Gumtow of Addison and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Tom Goyings and a sister, Nancy Goyings. The family will receive friends Thursday, November 4, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Williams - Gores Funeral Home, Delton where a funeral service will be conducted Friday, November 5, 2010 at 11:30 a.m., Pastor Mark Swank officiating. Private burial. Memorial contributions to the Food Bank of South Central Michigan, the Four Township Water Resource or a charity of one's choice will be appreciated. Please visit www.williams-goresfuneral. com to view or sign Lloyd's online guest book. Douglas Jay Brooks 77551115 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music; Josh Maurer, Youth Pastor. Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for all ages,10:30 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service, Jr. & Sr. High Groups. Wednesday, Family Night 6:30 p.m., Awana, Bible Study, Praise and Prayer. Call Church Office 948-8004 for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. PRAIRIEVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 12711 S. M-43 Hwy., Delton, MI 49046 (1 mile south of Gilmore Car Museum). Pastor Larry Saunders. ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http:// trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are MondayThursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Sunday School for PreK-2nd and 3rd-5th and Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. New Series... 40 Days of Love... beginning October 10th! LIFEGATE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting in the community room of Commercial Bank, 629 W. State Street, Hastings, MI. Pastor Scott Price. Phone: 269-948-0900. Website: www.lifegatecc.com. P.O. Box 273, Hastings, MI 49058. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Wednesday life group 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-731-5194 or -517852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH All Saints Sunday - Nov. 7 Worship 10:45; Sunday School 9:30; Ministry Showcase after both services; High School gruop 6:30; Men’s and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-9459414 or 945-2645; fax 269-9452698. Pastor Amy Luckey. http://www.discovergrace.org FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 405 N. M-37, Hastings, MI 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services: 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 2 p.m. Open House; 3 p.m. Dedication Service; 4 p.m. Open House; 6 p.m. Youth Group. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurch hastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday 6 a.m. Men’s Basketball; 9 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 11:30 a.m. Women’s Lunch Bible Study; 6 p.m. Chancel Choir Practice. Friday - 5 p.m. Youth Apple Pie Making. Saturday - 8 a.m. Youth Apple Pie Making; 10 a.m. Praise Team. Monday - 5 p.m. Pickleball. Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study. Wednesday - 5 p.m. Pickleball. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 Jennie Hause who passed away November 3, 2007 We miss you more than ever. Love you always ... Your Family HASTINGS, MI – Douglas Jay Brooks of Hastings passed away October 31, 2010 at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. Doug was born September 22, 1958 in Lansing, the son of Joyce (Becker) Cabose, Al “Papa” Cabose and the late Henry (Hank) Brooks. He is survived by his son, Jayson Brooks; brothers, Michael (Connie Wagner) Brooks and Kelvin (Mary Raleigh) Cabose; a sister, Beverly Cabose; other family members, Todd (Lori) Drillock, Tama (Mike) Allerding, Tonya Blume, Tina (Kees) Keesman and their mother Dee Frank; close friend, Marian Goylar, her children and grandchildren. Doug graduated from Hastings High School in 1976 and Adrian College in 1981. He was married to Donna McCollum June 3, 1989, Jayson’s mother. Doug was a friend to many, with a neverending smile to all he met. He was a member of St. Rose of Lima, Knights of Columbus, and the Moose Lodge. He was the owner of Action Signs in Hastings. Doug was an avid collector of vintage motorcycles and artifacts of all kinds. Hunting camp at his Barber Road home was always an event that created many great memories for all over the years. Family was always a priority to Doug. His love for those close to him never in question. Every Memorial Day weekend, he attended to the gravesites of past family members – maternal grandparents, Gertrude and Sam Becker; his sister, Julia, and other members of the Brooks and Becker families. A father to Jayson, a son to Hank, Joyce and Al, a friend to all he met. His life was filled with fun and adventure from New Orleans, Rome and Guyana to the midways of the Midwest. Doug’s heart, compassion and soul will be missed by many. We love you, Brooksie. Goodbye. Visitation will be at Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings on Thursday, Nov. 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. Services will be Friday, Nov. 5, 2010 at 11 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Church in Hastings. Internment at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Following the services, a luncheon and wake will be held at the Hastings Moose Lodge in Hastings. Donations may be made to the St. Rose of Lima Church in Doug’s behalf. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home of Hastings. Visit our web page to leave a message or memory to the family (girrbachfuneralhome.net) Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them The Hastings BANNER To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIP REPRESENTATIVE This full-time position in our Hastings branch is responsible for delivering professional service to our members by processing transactions; opening new accounts; providing account information; and sharing recommendations with members. 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Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, November 4, 2010 — Page 7 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... Living 20 years in a historic mill by Marion (Cook-Frye) Zasadil In my previous articles, condensed from my book “Living Twenty Years in a Historic Mill,” about acquiring Historic Bowens Mills, I have talked about buying the mill, making the main floor into a museum and antique shop, turning the third level into my (now late) husband’s and my home and telling about the historic buildings we moved to the grounds. This week I will spend time remembering many of the things that happened in and around the old mill, which helped make every little nook and corner become a useful place. I will start on the lower level and end with the top (fourth) floor. Then, I will reminisce about building of the quaint covered bridge. When we bought the old mill, it was an abandoned, run down, derelict building. A place, that for the past 40 years, had been taken over by chipmunks, flying squirrels and bats. Vandals had also invaded. As soon as we signed on the dotted line, we declared war on the rodents and starting tightening up the old building, making it harder for people to enter by force. Our move It was Oct. 1, 1978 when the mill became ours and we started moving in. We had been packing and getting ready for days. On the day of our move, friends and relatives gathered. Seven pick-ups, one pulling a trailer, showed up early that morning. When we saw all those pick-ups, we thought surly we could be moved shortly, probably after each one took a load over. It wouldn’t take all that long and we would be done. However, after each truck had made three trips each back and forth, in mid-afternoon we were moved. The lower level of the mill was wide open – one big empty room when we started. It was piled more than full by that afternoon. It was amazing all the laughing and joking that was going on and how much fun all those guys seemed to be having as they relayed all those boxes, from one guy to the next, until each box was in its winter resting place. Upon our return from Florida, reality set in. Had we really left our lovely Gun Lake cottage to come here to live? No living area and not one thing that didn’t need a lot of special attention throughout the whole building. Yes, we did, but we were not sorry. Everyday, we could see progress as we took on the jobs that were the highest on the list of things that needed to be done right away. It wasn’t long and we could see there would be a light at the end of the tunnel. It would just take a while to get there. Lower level As time went by, the lower level, that was under the main part of the mill, was cleared from all the things that didn’t belong there. That whole area had a dirt floor and when there were rain storms, the water ran down the road and right through it, and into the creek. That dirt floor had a washout going all the way down the middle of it. Once the road was re-crowned and a lot of work getting the floor leveled off, at last, it was ready and a nice cement floor was added. That area now houses our water-powered machine shop. Many years before we ever thought of buying the mill, a Mr. Betz, the blacksmith in Middleville, was retiring and we purchased all of his equipment. It was ancient, but in magnificent shape. There was among other things, a huge forge, a big (seven foot tall) blacksmith power-hammer, and a very large anvil that weighed 210 pounds. As anvils go, it was a beauty; it had a great shape and a hefty horn. We had it all set up at our lake cottage shop. Of course, it went with us when we moved. The room below the cider mill became the blacksmith shop. It also needed a new floor and ended up with a great looking antique brick floor. Friend, Zane, donated the bricks from the old ‘Book Case’ building he was demolishing in Hastings. The forge was also built around with the left over bricks. Once the floor was done, it wasn’t long and everything was in place, along with the power hammer being belted up to the water power. It all worked and looked like it had been there forever. All the equipment was soon running in its new home at Historic Bowens Mills. We always planned to have someone working the shop at each festival. Everyone loves to see a blacksmith at work. That blacksmith shop is another piece of local history ‘living again.‘ Old Fashion Day Festivals Right away after we bought the mill, I knew I had to find ways to make it pay its own way. I had been told that I could never make it do that, but I had make up my mind that it would happen one way or another. So, I was constantly trying to come up with ways to make money. We were living on the disability money, which wasn’t much, from Neal’s back problems. What savings we had set aside, when we were both working, was gone. We had used it up on his hospitals stays. I was not able to take a job because the mill took to much of my time. So, I started what we then called “Old Fashion Day Festivals.” They were held on the third weekend of each month and a small gate fee was collected. (As time went by, the festival name was changed to “It’s Cider Time” and the events were held each weekend in the fall.) Of course, the mill was always the big main feature of the day, but I would try to have a new (old) restoration project finished for folks to enjoy seeing too. I always had live old time music playing, dulcimer, bluegrass, gospel or country, under the big old walnut tree out in front of the mill. Many people came just for the music and would sit and take pleasure from it all afternoon. I also hand-picked artist and craft people, who would set up their booths along the mill stream. They would come in costume and demonstrate their wares so our guest could watch them. We also had a flea market, up on what we called the village square, with antiques and all sorts of old time items for sale. As time went by, food was added includ- The covered bridge under construction at Historic Bowens Mills. The bridge turned out to be an attractive addition and is an impressive place to view the old mill stream, along with a breathtaking location to take pictures. The late Neal Cook is pictured here at the mill stones. This photo was for the “A Day in Michigan” photo contest too. The Blacksmith Shop in the lower level of Historic Bowens Mills. ing our famous hot apple dumplings that were and still are a huge hit. My little “Marion’s Antiques and Such” shop was set up in the mills’ entrance way. Folks flocked in from miles around to take part in all these festivals. I soon started teaching my quick landscape oil painting classes and selling supplies three days a week. All these things became money makers and proceeds were used for the taxes, insurance and supplies for the restorations. Through it all, I am happy to report, we were able to bring in enough money to make the old mill pay its way without grants, or state aid – just as it did in the old days! The festivals were what kept me going. I loved them. It was a job, and I would be completely worn out, burning the midnight oil, getting ready for them each time, but I loved having the people there. Sometimes I would wonder all the way through the month, when I was getting ready for the festivals and etc., “Is it worth it all?” I would get so tired and dirty working on our projects. But, when the people would come, and I saw them having such a good time and enjoying the old mill and its history, I then knew, it was worth it all! Fourth floor I named this area my “Rainy Day Museum and Art Gallery.“ It was only open on if it happened to be a rainy festival day. It took weeks to get that top (fourth) floor cleaned and ready. That floor was quite a challenge, it had been a place to put just anything that we didn’t know what else to do with for several years now. Nothing was ever thrown away. After a lot of stashing of all the odds and ends we had stored up there, it was at last ready for me to use. I was now going to have a much needed art gallery to teach my oil painting classes in. By this time, I had lots and lots of students. It was so good to be able to just go up there and teach. In the past, I was teaching on the mills main museum floor, and I would have to set up tables and then take them down when we had tours coming (which was most everyday) so it really kept me hopping. We were also crowded in there too. I could hardly get around to help my students the way I liked to. This was going to make my life so much easier to always have this gallery waiting for me. The room was perfect for painting; it had lots of natural light with its five big windows, facing both east and west. Now at last, I had more room than I knew what to do with and I could use the art students’ tables for workbenches for my projects, as well as a place for the Bible club kids to meet and do their crafts. In one little corner I made an office, so I was able to get ‘away from it all’ when I had news releases to write and advertisements to create. Now, I could have all my office supplies and things I needed together and not have to have them hid all over the place in the living quarters. It was wonderful. I had waited a long time for this to happen, and I really loved having my own space. Sewing room In another area on that floor, I created an old fashion sewing room – all built around my grandmother’s treadle sewing machine. She saved her egg money for weeks to buy it, and it was one of the few things she ever had that was brand new. It works just as well today as it did when she bought it all those years ago. I had an antique dress form, upon which I put a dress for the Civil War era. Some other very old dresses were here and there too. An old sewing trunk with some handmade quilts from the past were laying on it and hanging from it. An antique sewing chair and odds and ends of old fabric in storage boxes and baskets were also placed around to finish the picture. I was happy with the effect and my callers thought it was pretty neat too. Cobbler’s shop Over the years, Neal and I had collected a lot of cobbler’s tools, antique shoes and things along that line. So one day, I gathered all of it together and my helper, Bart, and I created a ‘Cobbler’s Shop’ in another area up there in that ‘Rainy Day Museum.’ It was a nice addition and a good place for some more of our collections. Folks loved going way up there on rainy days; it was like, snooping around in an old attic. Photo Show One morning I got a phone call from someone asking if he could come take some pictures of the old mill. Of course, my answer was “Yes!” Once the man arrived, he explained to me that there was a photo contest going on. Thirty of Michigan’s top photographers were assigned a different area in the state. They were all to take as many pictures as they could on this day in 24 hours. Once they had taken their pictures, they handed in the undeveloped film to the sponsors of the event. The contest was to be called ”A Day in Michigan.” Out of all of the thousands of pictures that were turned in, only 200 would be chosen to be used in a coffee table book with the same title. Also, the chosen ones would all be made into 16- by 20-inch enlargements and would travel all over Michigan as a roving exhibit. They would be shown at the Capital Building in Lansing, The Grand Hotel on Mackinaw Island, and so forth. It sounded great. The fellow snapped pictures here and there around the mill and the mill pond. He took one more picture of Neal and I as we were standing by the Dutch door. I had reached up and gave Neal’s beard a little tug as we were telling him good bye. A few weeks later, we were watching TV when a advertisement came on about the “A Day in Michigan” Photo Show. It was telling where it was going to be and low and behold, the picture pops up on the screen of Neal and me standing by the mills’ Dutch door! We could hardly believe our eyes. We had ordered one of the books and a day or two later it came in the mail and there we were. Out of the thousands of pictures from all over Michigan that had been taken that day, old Bowens Mills had three in the book and in the roving exhibit. Wow! Ours was the only place to have three pictures chosen. The Mackinaw Bridge had two and all the others that were picked were single pictures. What an honor! The man who dreamed this project all up and was in charge of it was a top photographer himself – Paul Schanks. I got what I thought was a bright idea. Why not ask him to show the pictures in my gallery at Historic Bowen Mills? Neal thought I was crazy, but I wrote to Paul Schanks and asked him to come. At our September festival, a man came up to me and asked, “Are you Marion?” I said, “Yes.” He said, “My name is Paul Schanks.” I about fell over ... Paul Shanks! He asked me what I was thinking about for the photo show, so I took him up to my art gallery. He looked around, smiled and said, ‘I think this would be a great place to show the pictures. When would you like for us to come?’ I couldn’t believe my ears. I could hardly wait to tell Neal. So, the next month at our Old Fashion Day Festival, the big feature was the “A Day in Michigan” exhibit. It was great! Hundreds of people climbed the stairs to my art gallery. They were all thrilled to be able to enjoy the See MILL, page 9 This photo of Marion Zasadil and her late husband Neal Cook, standing by the Dutch door at Historic Bowens Mills, was taken by a professional photographer for a photo contest and was published in a book called “A Day in Michigan.” Local History Books by Marion (Cook-Frye) Zasadil • Living Twenty Years In A Historic Mill • Grann’s Memories • This I Remember • Way Back-When I Was Young Barlow’s Christian Book Store ~ Hastings~ The Miller’s Wife Store ~ Bowen’s Mills~ Marion @ Bowensmills.com �Page 8 — Thursday, November 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Area Obituaries Donald E. Neeson Jessica Sloane Shellenbarger David John Stem Ancient poop yields clues SHELBYVILLE, MI - Donald E. Neeson, age 57, died after a brief illness on October 30, 2010 at Metro Health. He was born on August 23, 1953, in Hastings, at Pennock Hospital, to Elmer E. and Doris (Shively) Neeson. Don grew up in the Yankee Springs area and graduated from Thornapple-Kellogg High School. He had a passion for the inner workings of machines and attended several specialty schools studying mechanics. Don worked for many years at Michcon in Grand Rapids as a mechanic and repairman and retired in 1999. His love for machines carried on throughout his life and he enjoyed John Deere tractors, Harley Davidson motorcycles, and small engines. In 1996 Don met Melinda "Suzie" and they married on December 8, 2000. Don was a quiet and simple man, with a huge sense of humor, who made those around him laugh at his quick wit. His family includes his wife Suzie; his brothers: David and Vicki Neeson of Hastings, Richard "Dick" and Margo Neeson of Middleville, and Daniel Neeson and Brenda King of Middleville; seven nieces and nephews and 17 great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Following Don's wishes cremation has taken place. The family will hold a memorial gathering in 2011, and ads will be placed at that time. Our little buddy will be missed. Don and his family have been cared for by the Beeler-Gores Funeral Home, Middleville. HASTINGS, MI - Jessica Sloane Shellenbarger, age 27, of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 2, 2010 at her residence. She was born in Hastings November 7, 1982, the daughter of Michael and Catherine (Christensen) Shellenbarger. She graduated from Hastings High School in 2002. Jessica and her brother Martin were Ambassadors for the March of Dimes for four years. She was a huge Dolly Parton fan and was able to take a trip to Dollywood in 2010. She also loved to collect butterflies. Most of all Jessica loved her family and friends, she will be remembered for her gentle soul and sweet smile and her infectious laugh. She will be sadly missed by her parents Mike and Cathy Shellenbarger, her loving brother Marty Shellenbarger and sister Colleen Shellenbarger, several aunts uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Allen and Rosemary Christensen, Richard and Helen Shellenbarger; cousins, Allen Sinclair and Tara Shellenbarger. Visitation will be held Saturday, November 6, 10 a.m. until service time. Memorial services will be held Saturday, November 6, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Pastor Joel Strickland will officiate. Memorials can be made to the March Of Dimes. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Fire damages shed, boat GETTYSBURG, PA - David John Stem USNA 1961 passed away peacefully at his home in Gettysburg, PA on October 28, 2010 after a long fight with emphysema. A native of Hastings, MI, Dave attended Hastings High School (Class of 1956) and then the University of Michigan for one year prior to receiving a congressional appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy. He was a varsity tennis player at Navy and graduated with the class of 1961 as a member of the 11th company. At Hastings High School, Dave was a three sport athlete in basketball, football and tennis. Upon graduation from the Naval Academy, Dave attended submarine school and was subsequently stationed in USS Threadfin (SS-410) as communications officer. (USS Threadfin was one of the ships that participated in the Cuban Missile Crisis Naval Blockade in 1962). He was then stationed at Communications Station Norfolk where he finished active duty in 1967. Dave served in the Naval Reserves until 1978 and was Honorably discharged as a Lieutenant Commander. In 1967 he began his civilian career with Western Union where he worked for 18 years in the intelligence and defense satellite communications and reconnaissance areas serving at the senior executive level. He joined Data Products of New England in 1985 as director of defense marketing and worked there until 1992. From 1993 to 2000 he worked with DENRO as director of DoD business development. He was as an independent contractor from 2000 to 2004. Dave received his Masters of Business Administration from the Loyola College of Baltimore Executive MBA program (Summa Cum Laude) in 1980. Dave was an avid hunter and fisherman and owned field trial Red Setters. He owned the National Red Setter Champion in 1975 (Lee-Hi Lady). He was a member of the National Field Trial Association and the National Red Setter Association. Dave is survived by his wife of 21 years, the former Gloria Jean Metcalfe, of Washington, D.C.; his former wife of 25 years, the former Miriam Eleanor Gaskill (Hastings class of 1957), of Annapolis, MD; his daughter, Laura and son Jack; stepchildren, Karen and George; and 12 grandchildren. A memorial service will be conducted on November 8, 2010 at the Naval Academy main chapel from 10:30-11:30 a.m. with reception to follow at the Naval Academy Officers Club. Dave will be interred at the Naval Academy Columbarium. Please send donations to the Naval Academy Alumni Association in lieu of flowers. A shed on Algonquin Lake, off Chippewa Trail, apparently caught fire and spread to a nearby boat Tuesday afternoon. Hastings Fire Department Chief Roger Caris could not be reached for details about the fire. (Photo by Curt Cybulski) by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters My favorite epoch in Earth history is the Ice Age, the time in which saber-toothed tigers and giant mastodons roamed the world. The Ice Age ended 10,000 years ago when, quite abruptly, the bitter temperatures of the time gave way to our present, balmy epoch. Natural history museums often have the skeletal remains of Ice Age mammals. They are enough to inspire awe, in part because many of the species alive during that time were much bigger than modern animals. The Ice Age was a time of giant deer and moose, with a species of beaver as large as a modern black bear. In short, it was a time not long ago with a climate and ecology so different, it intrigues both geologists and school children. Imagine my pleasure, then, when I recently got to hold a sample of 16,000-year-old woolly mammoth poop from the Ice Age. Talk about an intimate connection with the past. Ancient poop is known to geologists as coprolite material. It can be truly fossilized as solid rock, or just preserved in glacial ice, permafrost or dry caves. One geology department softball team I knew proudly named itself the “Coprolites.” Such is geologic humor. Ancient mammoths and other prehistoric animals were well defined by the phrase “you are what you eat.” And by studying what ancient animals ate — through their intestinal remains or their poop — we can learn about their diets and nutrition. Bruce Davitt of the Department of Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University has the habit of studying ancient and modern poop — and deducing from it important clues to animal habits and environments. In one case, he looked at caribou dung found in a permanent snow patch in Canada’s southern Yukon, outside of Whitehorse. Caribou haven’t been present in that area since the 1800s, so obviously, the dung was at least that old. But using radioactive-dating techniques, researchers found the dung was about 2,400 years old. Enter Davitt and his special talents at examining poop. “We looked at the material under the microscope and compared plant fragments in the fecal pellets to the plants of that environment,” he said. “We determined the dung reflected caribou’s spring or summer diet.” It’s possible the caribou sought out the cool temperatures of the permanent ice patch in the warmth of the Arctic summer, either for the temperature change alone or to get away from the bugs that are thicker than pea soup in that part of the world. The permanent snowfield also yielded part of an arrow shaft which was dated as about 4,400 years old, making it a rare example of hunting technology from that era found in Canada. Davitt has also worked on much more recent fecal material and deduced something crucial to the health of some langur monkeys in the Bronx Zoo in New York City. As Davitt explains, several monkeys in the Bronx had developed mysterious cases of peritonitis. The zoo sent Davitt samples of the animals’ intestinal products to determine what could be contributing to their life-threatening illness. “The vet there at first thought it might be that the monkeys were eating rope that was in the exhibit,” Davitt said. “But Dr. Bruce Davitt holds a vial containing monkeys have a strong sense of social ancient dung reportedly left behind by a order. The higher-ups on the scene got to woolly mammoth that roamed the Earth eat the monkey food the zoo provided 16,000 years ago. while lower-downs waited nervously on the side.” That led the less-fortunate monkeys to eat fronds of a plant called Pandanus utilis that was in the exhibit. “We found the plant in the fecal material. There were microscopic crystals on the plant fibers, and those crystals were rubbing on the monkeys’ intestines,” Davitt explained. That insight helped save the lives of the monkeys after the plant was removed from their environment. “We’re just a small part of much bigger teams, helping researchers elsewhere engaged in their studies of wildlife,” Davitt said. One simple piece of equipment in Davitt’s lab is a kitchen blender. It’s used to pulverize samples into a thin soup from which slides can be made for examination under the microscope. “We call the product in the blender a crappé frappé,” Davitt quipped. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard universities. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University. Peters can be reached at epeters@wsu.edu. Republicans take U of M seats Several candidates on the Nov. 2 ballot were looking to fill the two open positions of regent for the University of Michigan. Voters chose from 10 candidates and five different political affiliations. The Republicans were by far the group most heavily selected, represented by two candidates, Andrea Fischer Newman and Andrew Richner. For the entire state, 5,691,526 votes were cast in this election, 37,927 of these votes originating in Barry County. Newman, winner in the polls, received 1,455,415 votes statewide and 12,077 from Barry County. Richner, fellow Republican and second place in the votes, received 1,370,554 votes statewide and 11,554 votes from Barry County. For the Democratic Party, both Paul Brown and Greg Stephens were running, Brown beating out Stephens with 1,244,791 votes statewide and 5,614 votes in Barry County. Stephens, coming out fourth in all, was the last nominee in the polls to receive over a million statewide votes at 1,181,701 votes, and 5,153 from Barry County. Two nominees from the Green Party sought to represent their party on the U of M board. Diana Demers and Libby Hunter, both strove to claim the position of regent. Neither made a dent in the competition however, Demers beating out Hunter in the party and receiving 80,816 votes state-wide, with 511 from Barry County. Hunter pulled in 66,707 votes from all of Michigan, 499 of those coming from Barry County. Joe Sanger and Linda Schrock Taylor both ran with U.S. Taxpayers affiliation, Sanger receiving 75,542 statewide votes, and Taylor 75,934. Barry County, however, favored Sanger between the two, giving her 692 votes as opposed to Taylor’s 680. The two together nabbed 3.61 percent of the vote in Barry County. Lastly, James Lewis Hudler and Leslie Lazzerin both ran with Libertarian affiliation, Hudler tallying 67,716 votes across the state and 567 in Barry County, while Lazzerin pulled far ahead within the party with 72,343 votes statewide, Barry County agreeing with the rest of the state, awarding her 580 votes. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. ��Page 10 — Thursday, November 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE: HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF DEWITT C. GREGORY, HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF BERTHA BOISE, NANCY SHELLENBARGER, GREGORY REYNARD, CRYSTAL REYNARD, AND SAMUEL C. SMITH. (“Defendants”), are hereby notified that they are defendants in a case pending in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan located at the Theodore Levin U.S. Courthouse ,231 W. Lafayette Blvd., Detroit, MI 48226 (Case No. 10-cv-13499), seeking to quiet title to property commonly known as 2511 West M43 Highway, and property commonly known as 8109 4th Street, Three Rivers, Michigan. The complaint seeks to eliminate any alleged interest of the Defendants in 2511 West M-43 Highway, and 8109 4th Street, Three Rivers, Michigan. Defendants must file an answer to the complaint in this case or otherwise respond on or before December 28, 2010, and should contact the Court at (313) 2342662 for additional information. Failure to answer or otherwise respond to the complaint may result in an entry of default and a default judgment against the Defendants. The plaintiffs shall file a certificate confirming service as provided herein. s/David M. Lawson DAVID M. LAWSON United States District Judge 77550776 Dated: October 14, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHARLES C. REESE III, A MARRIED MAN and MICHELE REESE, HIS WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated July 2, 2004, and recorded on July 7, 2004, in Document No. 1130462, and modified, recorded April 19, 2010, in Document No. 201004190004036, and assigned by said mortgagee to FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Nine Dollars and Six Cents ($94,879.06), including interest at 5.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on November 18, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 610 OF THE CITY, FORMERLY VILLAGE OF HASTINGS, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 12, 2010 FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77550712 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Penny R. Rider and Jack E. Rider Sr., Wife and Husband, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 12, 2006 and recorded May 25, 2006 in Instrument Number 1165148, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Federal National Mortgage Association by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Five Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty-Three and 53/100 Dollars ($65,823.53) including interest at 7.03% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on DECEMBER 2, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: Lot 29 of AW. Phillip's Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 18, Barry County Records. Parcel 2: Also conveying the South 1/2 of the parcel of land described as: Commencing at the Southwest comer of Lot 28 of AW. Phillip's Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 18, Barry County Records, for a place of beginning; thence South to the Northwest comer of Lot 29 of said AW. Phillip's Addition to the Village of Nashville; thence East 132 feet to the Northeast corner of said Lot 29; thence North to the Southeast corner of the aforesaid Lot 28; thence West 132 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to an easement for ingress and egress as recorded in Liber 487, on Page 626. Also conveying an easement for purposes of ingress and egress over the North 1/2 of that parcel of land described as: Commencing at the Southwest comer of Lot 28 of A.W. Phillip's Addition to the Village of Nashville for a place of beginning; thence South to the Northwest corner of Lot 29 of said AW. Phillip's Addition to the Village of Nashville; thence East 132 feet to the Northeast corner of said Lot 29; thence North to the Southeast corner of the aforesaid Lot 28; thence West 132 feet to the place of beginning. Said easement being recorded in Liber 487, Page 629. Said easement being subject to an easement held by Darrell Clements and Joanne Clements for parking a motor vehicle on the East 28 feet thereof. And parcel 2 above having a reservation of an easement for purposes of parking a motor vehicle on the East 28 feet thereof reserved to the owner of Lot 29 of said A W. Phillip's Addition to the Village of Nashville. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: November 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 650.0605 ASAP# FNMA3798190 11/04/2010, 11/11/2010, 77551225 11/18/2010, 11/25/2010 NOTICE TO CREDITORS TRUST ESTATE In the matter of the GUY LINWOOD LANTIS AND MILDRED LUCILLE LANTIS REVOCABLE TRUST under restated Trust Agreement dated January 11, 2003, as amended on July 9, 2009. TO ALL CREDITORS: MILDRED LUCILLE LANTIS, of 690 W. Main Street, Middleville, Michigan 49333, died on August 25, 2010. Her date of birth was April 11, 1912, and social security number was XXX-XX-1153. The decedent was the Co-Grantor of the Guy Linwood Lantis and Mildred Lucille Lantis Revocable Trust. This notice is being made by Pamela J. Shyepard, as successor Co-Trustee of the Guy Linwood Lantis and Mildred Lucille Lantis Revocable Trust. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the decedent or the Trust estate will be forever barred unless presented to Pamela J. Shepard, of 286 Riverwood Drive, Middleville, Michigan 49333, within four (4) months after the date of publication of this Notice. Dated: October 27, 2010 STEPHEN J. ST. AMANT Attorney for the Guy Linwood Lantis and Mildred Lucille Lantis Revocable Trust 839 S. Cedar Street, Suite 150 Mason, MI 48854 77551179 517/244-0100 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert W Garrett and Lynette S Garrett, AKA Lynette Sue Garrett husband and wife, Tenants by the Entireties, to JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A., successor in interest from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, as receiver for Washington Mutual Bank, Mortgagee, dated February 16, 2004 and recorded February 23, 2004 in Instrument Number 1122601, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-One Thousand Four Hundred Eleven and 12/100 Dollars ($41,411.12) including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on NOVEMBER 18, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: described in deed Liber 486, Page 842, ID# 08-09-024-007-00, being known and designated as: The West fifteen acres of the East forty-five acres of the West, one half of the Southwest, one quarter of Section 24, Town One North, Range Eight West, Johnstown Township, Barry County Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: October 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 362.8262 ASAP# FNMA3771201 10/14/2010, 10/21/2010, 77550529 10/28/2010, 11/04/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William F Paton, V, a single man and Erika Tyslicky a single woman as joint tenants, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 2, 2007, and recorded on March 9, 2007 in instrument 1177303, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty-Eight And 86/100 Dollars ($130,958.86), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land located in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 16, Town 1 North Range 9 West Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, and being more particularly described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 post of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section, 2803.19 feet for the point of beginning of the parcel hereinafter described said point also being 220.00 feet West of the center 1/4 post of said Section; Thence continuing North 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds West along said East and West 1/4 line 220.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 49 minutes 50 seconds East parallel with the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 400.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds East parallel with the said East and West 1/4 line, 220.00 feet thence North 00 degrees 49 minutes 50 seconds West parallel with said North and South 1/4 line 400.00 feet to the point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550541 File #341443F01 SYNOPSIS HASTINGS CHARTER TOWNSHIP REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 12, 2010 Six Board members present, Brown absent; Comm. Gibson; 1 guest. Appointed Murphy to act as moderator. Approved consent agenda. Received Treasurer’s Report. Election Commission appointed workers for Nov. 2 election. Paid outstanding bills. Meeting adjourned at 7:45. Submitted by: Bonnie L. Cruttenden, Clerk 77551164 SYNOPSIS HOPE TOWNSHIP SPECIAL BOARD MEETING OCT. 20, 2010 All Board members present. 8 guests. Approved: Previous Minutes Heard: Township Attorney Sparks and SWBCS&WA Attorney White explain the draft Sewer Contract. Adjourned 8:30 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by Patricia Albert, Supervisor 77551136 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Amon Duane Smith AKA Amon Smith and Michelle Smith, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Standard Federal Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated October 18, 2002, and recorded on October 28, 2002 in instrument 1090371, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Thirty-Two Thousand Six Hundred Thirty-Nine and 34/100 Dollars ($32,639.34), including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 and the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, Except the West Two Rods thereof, All in Section 35, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Baltimore Townshp, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551127 File #349084F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Billy G. Cribley and Lona J. Cribley, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA (the "Savings Bank") from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, acting as receiver for the Savings Bank and pursuant to its authority under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1821(d) via affidavit, Mortgagee, dated January 7, 2008, and recorded on February 4, 2008 in instrument 200802040001029, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighteen Thousand Forty-Three and 96/100 Dollars ($118,043.96), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lot 5 and the North 1/2 of the West 1/2 of Lot 4 of Block 15 of Eastern Addition to the City of Hastings, formerly village, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #346019F01 77551218 SYNOPSIS HOPE TOWNSHIP SPECIAL BOARD MEETING OCT. 26, 2010 All Board members present. 5 guests. Approved: Previous Minutes Resolution for Wall Lake Aquatic Plant Control Project Special Assessment District No. 10-1 Assessment Roll Using Employees for 2010-11 Hall Snowplowing Adjourned at 7:30 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by Patricia Albert, Supervisor 77551139 SYNOPSIS HOPE TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING OCTOBER 11, 2010 All Board members present 2 guests Approved: Previous Minutes Standing Reports Bills Accepting bid to purchase Spike-Tooth Drag Increase in Insurance coverage for Zoning Snowplowing cemeteries by Township employees Repairing of garage siding Sale of 1995 computer Postage Meter Using employees to help with Assessing Measuring Adjourned 8:07 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by 77551133 Patricia Albert, Supervisor Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dorrance Hoffman, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated August 28, 2001, and recorded on September 6, 2001 in instrument 1066024, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand One Hundred Seventy-Two And 31/100 Dollars ($67,172.31), including interest at 8.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Southerly 255 feet of the Easterly 255 feet of the East 21 acres of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of section 18, Town 3 North, Range 7 West. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550517 File #342399F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven J Skula and Cheri A Skula, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 25, 2009, and recorded on April 10, 2009 in instrument 200904100003945, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Nineteen and 16/100 Dollars ($169,919.16), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East and West 1/4 line of Section 32, Town 3 North, range 7 West, distant south 89 degrees 37 minutes 52 seconds West 637.10 feet from East 1/4 corner of said section, thence south 89 degrees 37 minutes 52 seconds west 230.00 feet along said 1/4 line; thence North 00 degrees 02 minutes 38 seconds West 330.01 feet; thence North 89 degrees 37 minutes 52 seconds East 230.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 38 seconds East 330.01 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Southerly 50 feet, thereof, for M-79 highway. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550865 File #344153F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Daniel R. Hicks and Shelly M. Hicks, husband and wife, to CitiMortgage, Inc. successor by merger with CitiFinancial Mortgage Company, Inc., Mortgagee, dated November 14, 2005 and recorded November 22, 2005 in Instrument Number 1156653, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Four Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Nine and 30/100 Dollars ($184,499.30) including interest at 9.45% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on DECEMBER 2, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 91, 92, 110, 111, and 112 of Lakewood Estates according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 19. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: October 28, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.8922 ASAP# 3788259 10/28/2010, 77550896 11/04/2010, 11/11/2010, 11/18/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Yolanda Marzo, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 21, 2007 and recorded August 30, 2007 in Instrument Number 200708300001499, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP FKA Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Seventy-Seven and 5/100 Dollars ($115,077.05) including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on NOVEMBER 18, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 93 of Roy K Cordes Subdivision number 1, according to the recorded PLat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of PLats on Page 49. Subject to an easement for ingress and egress over a 66 feet wide easement for ingress, egress and public utilities described as follows: beginning at the West corner of lot 93 of Roy K Cordes subdivision number 1 according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of plats on Page 49; thence south 89 degrees 32 minutes 00 seconds East, 66.00 feet along the North line of said lot 93; Thence South 00 degrees 28 minuets 07 seconds West 36.97 feet parallel with the east line of lot 94 of said plat to the South line of said lot 93; thence North 60 degrees 16 minutes 50 seconds West 75.65 feet along said South line to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: October 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.6700 ASAP# 3771246 10/14/2010, 10/21/2010, 10/28/2010, 11/04/2010 77550534 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael B. Sheldon and Stacy J. Sheldon, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mainstreet Savings Bank, FSB, Mortgagee, dated September 10, 2003, and recorded on September 17, 2003 in instrument 1113521, and assigned by mesne assignments to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-Four and 32/100 Dollars ($134,374.32), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 38, Loehr's Landing No. 1, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 44, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #345767F01 77551252 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, November 4, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicolas Bryan aka Nicholas Bryan, a Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA, Mortgagee, dated September 19, 2008, and recorded on September 25, 2008 in instrument 20080925009488, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Four Hundred Twenty And 28/100 Dollars ($150,420.28), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the South 1/2 of the Northwest Fractional 1/4 of Section 18, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 0 Degrees 04 Mintues 11 Seconds West 960.0 Feet along the West line of said Section to the place of beginning; thence North 0 Degrees 04 Minutes 11 Seconds West 152.05 Feet along the said West line; thence North 89 Degrees 27 Mintues 21 Seconds East 193.0 Feet; thence South 0 Degrees 04 Minutes 11 Seconds East 153.02 Feet; thence South 89 Degrees 44 Minutes 38 Seconds West 193.0 Feet along the North line of the South 960.0 Feet of said Northwest 1/4 to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550522 File #343016F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on April 21, 2006, by Charles J. Clancy and Linda K. Clancy, husband and wife, and Thomas H. Clancy and Kimberly L. Clancy, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 23, 2007, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1180909, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Two Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand One Hundred Forty-Five and 34/100 Dollars ($233,145.34); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, December 9, 2010 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HOPE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Lot 7 of Steven's Wooded Acres, according to the recorded Plat thereof, being a part of the Southwest fractional quarter of Section 30, Town 2 North, Range 9 West. Commonly known as: 8834 Chain-O-Lakes Drive, Delton, Michigan. Tax parcel number: 08-07-300-006-00. The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: October 20, 2010 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 77551235 (517) 371-8253 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Franklin D. Tate, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 1, 2003, and recorded on December 5, 2003 in instrument 1118694, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Forty-Seven and 79/100 Dollars ($131,047.79), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel A: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan and that part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at the Southeast corner of said Section 27; thence South 87 degrees 54 minutes 10 seconds West 470.0 feet along the South line of said Section; thence North 45 degrees 50 minutes 29 seconds East 573.78 feet to the point of curvature on the Southwesterly right of way line of S.T.L. M-37 (100 feet wide); thence North 56 degrees 00 minutes 30 seconds East 50.0 feet to the point of curvature on the centerline of said highway; thence Southeasterly 472 feet; more or less, along said centerline on a 1 degree 00 minute curve to the right to the South line of said Section 26; thence Westerly along said line 231 feet, more or less, to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550717 File #342155F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Victor Goodrich, An Unmarried Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 10, 2004, and recorded on February 23, 2004 in instrument 1122583, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Corporation (USA) as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Two Thousand Ninety-Four and 15/100 Dollars ($172,094.15), including interest at 2.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, except 10 acres in the Northwest corner thereof, also except commencing 378 feet West of the intersection of Lacey and Schreiner Roads, thence South 250 feet, thence West 300 feet, thence North 250 feet, thence East to the place of beginning, also excepting from the above described description; A parcel of property located in the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as commencing 300 feet South of the intersection of Lacey and Schreiner Roads, thence West 378 feet, thence North 50 feet, thence West 300 feet, thence South 542 feet, thence East 678 feet, thence North 492 feet to the place of beginning. Also except part of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of said Section, thence North 660 feet along the East line to the point of beginning, thence West 695 feet at right angles to said East line, thence North 626.77 feet parallel to said East line, thence East 695 feet at right angles, thence South 626.77 feet along said East line to the point of beginning. Also except: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 11, thence West 378 feet, thence South 300 feet, thence East 378 feet, thence North 300 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550830 File #344108F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ronald J. Angus and Jacqueline S. Angus, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 5, 2005, and recorded on October 12, 2005 in instrument 1154352, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Nine And 38/100 Dollars ($150,199.38), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point North 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds West (recorded North) 1434.18 feet and South 89 degrees 27 minutes 36 seconds East (recorded East) 393.20 feet from the West 1/4 post of Section 22, Township 1 North, Range 7 West, Assyria Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North 01 degrees 01 minutes 48 seconds West, 203.08 feet along cemetery property; thence North 03 degrees 19 minutes 48 seconds East, 99.37 feet along said cemetery property; thence North 87 degrees 57 minutes 11 seconds West, 192.00 feet along said cemetery property to a point 208.69 feet East of the West line of Section 22; thence North 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds West1 337.32 feet; thence south 89 degrees 01 minutes 28 seconds West, 208.69 feet to a point on the West line of Section 22, distant South 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds East (recorded South) 566.28 feet from the Northwest corner of Section 22; thence North 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds West, 84.00 feet along the West Section line; thence North 89 degrees 01 minutes 28 seconds East, 208.69 feet; thence North 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds West, 51.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 27 minutes 36 seconds East, 175.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds West, 217.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 27 minutes 36 seconds East parallel with the North line of Section 22 and 208.69 feet South thereform, a distance of 945.68 feet to the West 1/8 line of Section 22; thence Southerly 996.73 feet along said 1/8 line; thence Westerly 936.15 feet, more or less, to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550648 File #342034F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by JOHN M. STRIMBACK, A SINGLE MAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 22, 2008, and recorded on September 29, 2008, in Document No. 20080929-0009597, and assigned by said mortgagee to U.S. BANK, NA, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-Five Dollars and Ninety-Nine Cents ($150,585.99), including interest at 6.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on December 2, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: PARCEL B: BEGINNING AT A POINT OF THE EAST-WEST 1 / 4 LINE OF SECTION 4, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DISTANT NORTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST, 852.50 FEET, FROM THE EAST 1 / 4 POST OF SAID SECTION 4, THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST, 247.50 FEET ALONG SAID EAST-WEST 1 / 4 LINE;THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST, 990.00 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 4; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 40 SECONDS EAST, 440.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST, 330.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST, 192.50 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST, 660.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. TOGETHER WITH A PRIVATE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS, EGRESS AND PUBLIC UTILITIES 66 FEET IN WIDTH, 33 FEET EACH SIDE OF A CENTERLINE DESCRIBED AS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EAST AND WEST 1 / 4 LINE OF SECTION 4, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DISTANT NORTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST, 819.50 FEET FROM THE EAST 1 / 4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST, 660.00 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION TO THE END OF SAID CENTERLINE. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 29, 2010 U.S. BANK, NA Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77551230 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Kris Roberson and Megan Roberson, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 2409 Hickory Rd, Delton, MI 490469551. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 29, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 29, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77551197 File # 347651F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Travis Bender and Michelle Bender, husband and wife to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated March 22, 2004 and recorded April 5, 2004 in Instrument # 1124728 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned through mesne assignments to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Trust 2004-R4, Asset-Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2004-R4 by assignment of mortgage dated October 22, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Five Hundred Nine Thousand One Hundred Twenty-One Dollars and Twenty-Five Cents ($509,121.25) including interest 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on December 2, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the East one half of the Southwest one quarter of Section 19, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as commencing at the center of said Section 19; thence South 2137.68 feet along the North and South one quarter line of said Section to the Southerly line of a private road; thence South 38 degrees 51 minutes West along the Southerly line of said road to the South line of said Section 19; thence North 38 degrees 51 minutes East 149.50 feet for the place of beginning; thence North 38 degrees 51 minutes East 80 feet; thence South 51 degrees 8 minutes East 120 feet more or less to the shore of Fine Lake; thence Southwesterly along the shore of said Fine Lake to a point South 51 degrees 8 minutes East from the place of beginning; thence North 51 degrees 8 minutes West to the place of beginning. Except: Commencing at the U.S. Meander Post on the South line of Section 19, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, at its intersection with the West shores of Fine Lake; thence North 40 degrees East 136 feet; thence North 50 degrees West 52 feet to the true place of beginning; thence South 40 degrees West 7 feet; thence North 50 degrees West 46 feet; thence North 40 degrees East 7 feet; thence South 50 degrees East 46 feet to the place of beginning. Also commencing at the center of said Section 19; thence South 2085.07 feet along the North and South one quarter line of said Section 19, to the Northerly line of a private road; thence South 38 degrees 51 minutes West 486.42 feet along the Northerly line of said road for the place of beginning; thence South 38 degrees 51 minutes West 80 feet; thence North 51 degrees 8 minutes West 121.11 feet; thence North 39 degrees 13 minutes East 80 feet; thence South 51 degrees 8 minutes East 120.49 feet to the place of beginning. Together with an easement for road purposes described as: commencing at the center of S/07 feet along the North and South one quarter line of said section for the place of beginning; thence South 38 degrees 51 minutes West 742.70 feet along the Northerly line of a private road to the North line of West Beach, according to the recorded plat thereof; thence North 89 degrees 48 minutes 30 seconds East 42.49 feet along the North line of said plat; thence North 38 degrees 51 minutes East along the Southerly line of said private road to the North and South one quarter line; thence North along said one quarter line to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 3531 West Shore Dr, Battle Creek MI 49017 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 11/04/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Trust 2004-R4, Asset-Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2004-R4 Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77551268 Our File No: 10-29967 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Tracie Farrah and Jamie Farrah 5525 Titus Trail Delton, MI 49046 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: November 4, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 199.3674 77551188 ASAP# 3794544 11/04/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William C. Aldridge and Jacalyn K. Aldridge, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 5, 2006 and recorded June 12, 2006 in Instrument Number 1165862, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bac Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Eight Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Nine and 83/100 Dollars ($308,449.83) including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on NOVEMBER 18, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel D: That part of the Southwest one fourth of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the West one fourth corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 33.0 feet along the West line of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 20 seconds East 2949.13 feet parallel with the East and West one fourth line of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 22 minutes East 643.56 feet; thence South 37 degrees 18 minutes 00 seconds West 553.76 feet; thence South 40 degrees 40 minutes 00 seconds West 49.35 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 40 degrees 40 minutes 00 seconds West 205.15 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 12.58 feet; thence South 89 degrees 25 minutes 00 seconds West 372.70 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 169.53 feet; thence North 89 degrees 43 minutes 20 seconds East 506.38 feet to the point of beginning. Together with an easement for ingress and egress over that part of the Southwest one fourth of of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the South one fourth corner of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds West 480.0 feet along the South line of said Southwest one fourth thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 66.0 feet to the North line of Near Lane and the place of beginning for this description; thence South 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds West 33.0 feet along the North line of Near Lane; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 281.83 feet; thence Northeasterly 103.48 feet along a 66.50 foot radius curve to the right, the chord of which bears North 44,degrees 34 minutes 40 seconds East 47.03 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 281.46 feet; thence Northeasterly 103.48 feet along a 66.50 foot radius curve to the right, the chord of which bears North 44 degrees 34 minutes 40 seconds East 93.35 feet; thence North 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds East 98.59 feet; thence Northeasterly 52.13 feet along a 33.50 foot radius curve to the left, the chord of which bears North 44 degrees 34 minutes 40 seconds East 47.03 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 495.19 feet; thence North 89 degrees 25 minutes East 33.0 feet along the North line of the South one half of said Southwest one fourth, thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 561.05 feet; thence South 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds West 164.12; thence Southwesterly 52.13 feet along a 33.50 foot radius curve to the left, the chord of which bears South 44 degrees 34 minutes 40 seconds West 47.03 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 346.99 feet; thence South 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds West 136.99 feet; thence Southwesterly 52.13 feet along a 33.50 foot radius curve to the left, the chord of which bears South 44 degrees 34 minutes 40 seconds West 47.03 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 281.34 feet to the place of beginning. Also together with an easement for ingress and egress over that part of Section 6, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 09 minutes 20 seconds East 2452.0 feet along the South line of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 1321 .55 feet to the place of beginning of the Westerly line of a 33 foot wide easement; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 12.58 feet; thence North 40 degrees 40 minutes East 245.40 feet; thence North 37 degrees 18 minutes East 795.0 feet to reference point "A" and the place of ending of the Westerly line of said 33 foot wide easement. Also an easement over a 40 foot radius circle, the center of which is located South 52 degrees 42 minutes East 16.50 feet from the above described reference point" A". The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: October 14, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.5508 ASAP# FNMA3769265 10/14/2010, 10/21/2010, 77550491 10/28/2010, 11/04/2010 �Page 12 — Thursday, November 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Pamela Tolan, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 5302 Wood School Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-8574. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 29, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 29, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77551185 File # 237187F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Timothy Dirks and Kristy J. Dirks, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 2850 Leinaar Rd, Delton, MI 490469567. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from November 1, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after November 1, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77551214 File # 200910F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Joseph R. Johnson and Cheryl Johnson, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 12715 S Jones Rd, Delton, MI 49046-9655. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 29, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 29, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77551194 File # 349124F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Stephanie Stolsonburg, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11486 Lighthouse Ct, Middleville, MI 49333-8451. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from November 1, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after November 1, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77551216 File # 250978F03 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Rodney McMillian and Tina McMillian, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 162 W Broadway St, Woodland, MI 48897-9709. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from November 2, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after November 2, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77551223 File # 349646F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Darcey E Trippett and Melanie Trippett, Husband and Wife to First Franklin Financial Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 13, 2004 and recorded August 17, 2004 in Instrument #1132560 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust 2004-FFH3, by assignment dated July 15, 2010 and recorded July 23, 2010 in Instrument # 201007230006881 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Eight Thousand One Hundred Forty-Three Dollars and Two Cents ($158,143.02) including interest 3.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on December 2, 2010 Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 16 of Hunters Ridge Estates, as recorded in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 12, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 142 Hunters Trail Ct., Middleville MI, 49333 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 11/04/2010 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust 2004-FFH3, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77551263 Our File No: 10-31075 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rockne Allen Boze, single man, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated May 22, 2009, and recorded on June 19, 2009 in instrument 200906190006460, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-One Thousand and 12/100 Dollars ($151,000.12), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4. Also: The South 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, except a right of way for ingress and egress over the North 40 feet of the South 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, all lying in Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 10 West, Prairieville Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550880 File #344969F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Daniel Rininger and Michelle Rininger, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 21, 2005, and recorded on April 27, 2005 in instrument 1145525, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Seven and 09/100 Dollars ($125,447.09), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2 of Reppert Acres, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 26 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550837 File #295850F03 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark G. Pennock and Leigh E. Pennock, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 26, 2002, and recorded on December 2, 2002 in instrument 1092770, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Midfirst Bank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-One Thousand Four Hundred FortyFour and 21/100 Dollars ($91,444.21), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3 of Block 1 of Samuel Roush's Addition to the Village of Freeport, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 23. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #344833F01 77550875 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Eric Dykstra and Melissa Dykstra aka Melissa A Dykstra, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 1, 2006, and recorded on March 22, 2006 in instrument 1161582, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Seven Thousand Six Hundred Eight and 12/100 Dollars ($87,608.12), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 35 of Fairview Estates No. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 6 of plats, Page 8, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550887 File #242524F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gordon Myrl Helms and Karen Lynn Helms, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 4, 2002, and recorded on April 30, 2002 in instrument 1079700, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EverBank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Two Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-Three and 11/100 Dollars ($62,923.11), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the North 313.5 feet of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 29, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, which lies Westerly of the Centerline of Lindsey Road, excepting the West 48 feet thereof. Subject to an easement for ingress and egress and utility purposes over the South 66 feet thereof and is also subject to highway right of way for lindsey Road, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550824 File #343941F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven Paul Seilheimer, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 28, 2007, and recorded on September 7, 2007 in instrument 20070907-0001768, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty Thousand SeventyThree And 31/100 Dollars ($130,073.31), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 33, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, and being more particularly described as commencing at the West 1/4 post of said Section 33; thence East 440 feet for point of beginning, thence continuing East 220 feet, thence South 00 degrees 17 minutes East, 264 feet, thence West 220 feet, thence North 00 degrees 17 minutes West 264 feet of point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550496 File #302908F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gordon N. Allerding an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 10, 2003, and recorded on June 27, 2003 in instrument 1107357, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Four Hundred Thirty-Four and 67/100 Dollars ($100,434.67), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that certain parcel of land situated in the County of Barry, State of Michigan, being known and designated as commencing 1320 feet East of the Northwest corner of Section 9, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, for the point of beginning; thence East 330 feet; thence South 660 feet; thence West 330 feet; thence hence North to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551118 File #349460F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stephanie M Sabo, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated February 26, 2003, and recorded on March 14, 2003 in instrument 1099451, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Six Thousand Two Hundred Ninety-Seven and 09/100 Dollars ($96,297.09), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 60 feet of Lot 4, Block 16 of Keelers Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats page 12 and described as: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Lot Number 4 of block 16 of Keelers addition to the village of Middleville, according to the recorded plat thereof, thence West 6 rods;thence South 60 feet(recorded 60 rods); thence East 6 rods; thence North 60 feet to the lace of beginning, thornapple township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550843 File #342235F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Milford Fase and Dianna G. Fase, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated December 3, 2002, and recorded on January 30, 2003 in instrument 1096570, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Six Thousand Four Hundred ThirtyFour and 41/100 Dollars ($96,434.41), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North and South 1/4 line of Section 13, Town 1 North, Range 10 West, Prairieville Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 00 degrees 13 minutes 33 seconds East 1148.07 feet from the South 1/4 post of said Section; thence South 88 degrees 36 minutes 38 seconds East 891.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 13 minutes 32 seconds East parallel with said North and South 1/4 line to the North line of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section; thence Westerly along said North line to said North and South 1/4 line; thence South 00 degrees 13 minutes 32 seconds West along said North and South 1/4 line 178.20 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551258 File #345643F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, November 4, 2010 — Page 13 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark C. Penrod, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated May 28, 2008, and recorded on May 30, 2008 in instrument 20080530-0005733, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty Thousand Three Hundred Thirty And 05/100 Dollars ($20,330.05), including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6, Block 11, H.J. Kentfield's Addition, according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 9 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550701 File #347961F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN JUDICIAL DISTRICT 5TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY PROBATE ORDER FOR ALTERNATE SERVICE CASE NO. 10-531-CH Court Address: 220 W. State St., Hastings, MI 49058 Court Telephone No. (269) 945-1285 Plaintiff name(s) CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff’s attorney Bree Anne Stopera (P71734) TROTT & TROTT, P.C. 31440 Northwestern Hwy., Ste. 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334 248-341-4671 v Defendant name(s) Any and All Unknown Claimants, Owners, Heirs, Devisees, or Assignees or Unknown Claimants or Owners to the Manufactured Home Located at 4109 E. Joy Road Shelbyville, Michigan 49344-9652 In the Matter of Citimortgage, Inc. vs. Charles R. Wiltse, et al. THE COURT FINDS: 1. Service of process upon defendant Any and All Unknown Claimants, Owners, Heirs, Devisees, or Assignees, etc... cannot reasonably be made as provided in MCR 2.105, and service of process may be made in a manner which is reasonably calculated to give defendant actual notice of the proceedings and an opportunity to be heard. IT IS ORDERED: 2. Service of the summons and complaint and a copy of this order may be made by the following method(s): a. First Class mail to 4109 E. Joy Road, Shelbyville, MI 49344-9652. b. Tacking or firmly affixing to the door at 4109 E. Joy Road, Shelbyville, MI 49344-9652. d. Other: Via publication pursuant to MCR 2.201(D), per 2.106(D). 3. For each method used, proof of service must be filed promptly with the court. Date: 10/18/10 James H. Fisher, Judge. 77550903 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Gary Lee Wiggins and Jodi Wiggins, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1968 Brookfield Dr, Hastings, MI 49058-9307. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from November 1, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after November 1, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 968-0738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 242530F04 77551212 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Brian Lebeck and Katie Lebeck, Husband and Wife to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2004 and recorded July 28, 2004 in Instrument # 1131505 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned through mesne assignments to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-IA1 by assignment of mortgage dated September 29, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy Thousand Three Hundred Eighteen Dollars and Sixty-One Cents ($70,318.61) including interest 5.95% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on December 2, 2010 Said premises are situated in Village of Delton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 51, J.R. Bush's First Addition to the Village of Delton, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 33. Commonly known as 148 Low St, Delton MI 49046 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 10/28/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-IA1 Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77550909 Our File No: 10-30518 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Shannon L. Gilman and Wendy S. Gilman, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Option One Mortgage Corporation, a California Corporation, Mortgagee, dated May 24, 2005, and recorded on June 14, 2005 in instrument 1148043, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Soundview Home Loan Trust 2005-OPT2, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-OPT2 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred Thirty-One And 97/100 Dollars ($138,431.97), including interest at 8.675% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 2, Township 3 North, Range 9 West, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan, Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 2; thence West 912 feet for the point of beginning; thence South 1435 feet; thence West 408 feet; thence North 1435 feet; thence East 408 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550642 File #158749F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dale Newth and Lori Newth, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 10, 2008, and recorded on November 17, 2008 in instrument 20081117-0011125, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-One Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-One And 13/100 Dollars ($191,561.13), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post; thence South 763 Feet to the Place of Beginning; thence South 950 Feet; thence East 680 Feet to the Drainage Ditch; thence North along Northwesterly bank of said ditch to a point 65 Feet East of the Place of Beginning; thence West 65 Feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 14, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550546 File #331713F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Eldon Lieb and Alice B Lieb, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 7339 Keyes Rd, Bellevue, MI 490219205. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 29, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 29, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77551191 File # 348946F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Timothy J Ward and Joyce Ward, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 114 Ridgewood Trl, Delton, MI 490469680. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 29, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 29, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77551182 File # 347920F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Kenneth Easterday, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 5905 Keller Rd, Delton, MI 49046-6700. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from October 29, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after October 29, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77551159 File # 349801F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Andrea Sypniewski, an unmarried woman and Dorothy Sypniewski, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 14, 2006, and recorded on October 3, 2006 in instrument 1170890, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to OneWest Bank, FSB as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty And 48/100 Dollars ($79,980.48), including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 1 and 4, Block 10, Assessor's Plat Number 3 of the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 11, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550687 File #345312F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles R. Palasek and Mandi L. Palasek, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 25, 2003, and recorded on December 3, 2003 in instrument 1118606, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Five and 34/100 Dollars ($74,945.34), including interest at 3.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 10 of Middleville Downs Addition No. 1, to the Village of Middleville, According to the Plat thereof as Recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 4 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551207 File #335365F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Timothy Wolfgang, A Single Man to Arbor Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated July 27, 2006 and recorded August 7, 2006 in Instrument # 1168258 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned through mesne assignments to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2007-HE1 by assignment of mortgage dated October 21, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty Thousand One Hundred Forty-Two Dollars and Forty-Five Cents ($140,142.45) including interest 9.59% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on December 2, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 5 and 8 of Block 13 of Parrotts Addition to the Village of Woodland according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 36. Commonly known as 136 Florence St, Woodland MI 48897 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 11/04/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2007-HE1 Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77551240 Our File No: 10-31026 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Andrew M. Berg, an adult married and Betty Jo Berg, an adult married, Mortgagors, to Greenpoint Credit Corp , Mortgagee, dated the 6th day of July, 1999 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 19th day of July, 1999 in Document No. 1032619 of Barry County Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Seventy Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty Four & 29/100 ($77964.29), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 18th day of November, 2010 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 7.4600% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the City of Delton, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: ORANGEVILLE TWP COMM AT THE SW COR NE 1/4 NE 1/4 OF SEC 9, T2N, R10W; TH NLY 450 FT ALG E 1/8 LINE SD SEC 9; TH ELY 10 FT AT RT ANG TO POB; TH CON'T NLY 232 FEET PAR WITH SD E 1/8 LINE; TH SELY TO A PT IN C/L OF LINDSEY RD WHICH LIES 559 FT NELY FROM INT SD C/L AND N 1/8 LINE OF SEC 9; TH SWLY 220 FEET ALG SD C/L; TH NWLY TO POB (01) During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 10/14/2010 Green Tree Servicing, LLC fka GreenPoint Credit Corp, Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Green Tree Servicing, LLC fka GreenPoint Credit Corp, 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 GTMO FHLMC Berg 77550502 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHRISTINE L. PADGETT and SCOTT DELING, WIFE AND HUSBAND, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 16, 2009, and recorded on January 29, 2009, in Document No. 200901290000784, and assigned by said mortgagee to FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-Two Dollars and Five Cents ($225,362.05), including interest at 5.250% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on November 18, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THAT PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4, SECTION 17, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1/4; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 15 MINUTES 40 SECONDS EAST 1865.62 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 15 MINUTES 40 SECONDS EAST 210.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 02 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST 989.75 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF LOTS 43 - 47 OF GACKLER'S PAYNE LAKE PLAT; THENCE NORTH 39 DEGREES 55 MINUTES 20 SECONDS EAST 180.20 FEET; THENCE NORTH 16 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST 77.36 FEET (THE PREVIOUS TWO COURSES BEING ALONG THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF SAID GACKLER'S PAYNE LAKE PLAT); THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 02 MINUTES 50 SECONDS WEST, 1128.55 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 15, 2010 FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77550682 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Speck and Amy Speck, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated March 26, 2008, and recorded on April 3, 2008 in instrument 20080403-0003674, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Nine and 27/100 Dollars ($235,199.27), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 12, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 1320.00 feet from the South 1/4 post of said Section 12; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 340.51 feet along said South line; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 19 seconds East 1328.29 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50 minutes 26 seconds East 670.38 feet along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 59 seconds West 666.42 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 330.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 59 seconds West 660.00 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551247 File #297518F03 �Page 14 — Thursday, November 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner COURT NEWS Bradley Leatherman, 41, of Dowling was sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court Oct. 28 to 12 months in jail. Leatherman pleaded guilty to criminal sexual conduct, second degree, with a person under 13 years of age. He must pay $360 in court costs. Charges of criminal sexual conduct, first degree, with a person under 13; criminal sexual conduct; second degree; with a person under 13; and accosting children for immoral purposes were dropped by the prosecutor. Susan L. Miller, 47, of Battle Creek, was sentenced on Oct. 27 for operating under the influence of liquor, third offense. Miller pleaded guilty and will serve 30 days in jail with credit for two days served. She will pay $1,929 in costs and restitution. A work release was granted, and she must report to jail every evening at 7 p.m. until her sentence is completed. The charge of operating a vehicle with licensed suspended, revoked or denied, second offense, was dropped. Vermontville woman sentenced for embezzling at Hastings business Lona Jean Aldrich, 52, of Vermontville, was convicted of embezzling in excess of $500,000 from Eye and ENT Specialists of Hastings. Aldrich had been the office administrator and worked for the practice for 13 years. She was sentenced Oct. 29 and ordered to serve five to 15 years in a state correctional facility. She also was ordered to pay $465,819 in restitution. The Hastings State Police Post investigated the case for several months. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale In Memoriam Farm 1993 UTI UTICA propane boiler, 83,000 btu’s, electric start, electric damper, $500. (616)828-6593 IN MEMORY OF Cathi Sue Earl Bowerman 7/28/97 - 11/08/97 (Written by Cathi in 1982) Here I am today all my yesterdays are gone. Tomorrow brings what may. But today I must be strong. Keep the pleasant memories stored away. New memories to find. The one I loved is gone and my broken heart races on. I say a final farewell and allow my broken heart to heal. Two beautiful daughters and great moms: Nicole and Andrea. Five beautiful grandchildren: Timmy, Trysten, Chloe Cathi Sue, Bailey, Draven and ? We love and miss you, The Coopers, Earls and Sis EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 BED: QUEEN PILLOWTOP mattress set, NEW, still in plastic, $200. Call (517)4104921 delivery available. Estate Sale ESTATE/MOVING SALES: by Bethel Timmer - The Cottage House Antiques. (269)795-8717 For Rent 3 BEDROOM HOME Ranch on 1 acre. Country setting, 5 miles north of Hastings. $750/month plus utilities & security deposit. Available October 1st. (269)673-2643 after 3pm. LARGE APARTMENT ON W. Green Street. Washer, dryer hookup, all utilities paid. $750 per month plus deposit. (269)838-0015. Garage Sale GARAGE SALE: CLOTHING & misc., November 4th thru November 14th, 10am5pm, 6416 Gun Lake Road. YARD SALE, SATURDAY 10/30 & 11/6, 9am-3pm, 325 W. Marshall, Hastings. 100's blue Ball antique canning jars, antique shelves, many pictures and collectibles. National Ads IN MEMORY OF Philip Armstrong A year has gone by since God took him home. We all miss him very much, but know that he is in a better place. Time does not erase his smile or voice and his kind heart that touched so many lives. His courage, strength and spirit will forever be a shining example to his family and friends. We know he is still with us, keeping watch over us and guiding the decisions that effect our lives. Remembering him is easy, we do it every day, but there is an ache in our heart that will never go away. Our family chain is broken, nothing seems the same, but when God calls our name, the chain will link again. Sadly missed by Pauline and family. THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT KNOWINGLY accept advertising which is deceptive, fraudulent or REBECCA SUE SWEENEY 2/13/58 - 11/4/05 might otherwise violate law Five years have gone by or accepted standards of since you left us for a taste. However, this publicabetter place, a place where tion does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of sickness and disease can no longer invade our lives. any advertisement, nor the We know that you are in quality of goods or services Heaven, but we so miss the advertised. Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investi- joy you brought to our lives. Some day we will all be gate all claims made in any reunited. advertisements, and to use Sdly missed, good judgment and reasonaBill, Paula, John, Andy ble care, particularly when and family dealing with persons unknown to you ask for money Pets in advance of delivery of goods or services advertised. FOR SALE: AKC Labrador Retriever puppies, 2 yellow males. Dew claws removed, wormed twice & 2 sets of shots. (269)804-1140 Recreation WANTED HUNTING LAND: (2) Families are interested in leasing acreage for this years deer season. Call (269)795-3049 Recreation GREAT PLACE TO raise a family! 5 bedrooms, 2 bath home, 1.7 private acres on the edge of Freeport. Classic one story farm house had been totally updated. 1,700 sq.ft. plus a finished basement with walk out. Open kitchen, tons of storage, master bedroom with walk in closet, laminate floors, natural woodwork, fresh paint, all new windows, A/C, slider to huge deck. Lots of character and unique features. This private setting includes fenced yard, basketball court, natural landscaping with lots of trees and shrubs, room for your garden, 12x14 shed, 3 stall garage. Small fish pond with manmade stream adjacent to secluded walk out patio and much more. Drive by at 12821 108th Street, Freeport (NW corner of Freeport Avenue and 108th Street) or call for showing. 616-262-5965. $119,000. Possible short term land contract. Estate auction at location 11/8/10, 10am. Jobs Wanted HANDYMAN WORK, HOME repairs inside and outside, yard care and clean up; firewood for sale. (517)852-9248 or (517)2039868. 07555567 77543023 William Grinage Jr., 44, of Hastings was sentenced Oct. 27 for the charges of aggravated assault and assault with weapon (baseball bat). Grinage was ordered to serve six months in jail with credit for two days served. He will serve 24 months on probation. The last four months of jail time can be suspended upon payment of costs and restitution in full, $2,250. Grinage is to continue with counseling, and a work release was granted. Charges of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder and assault with a dangerous weapon (felonious assault) were dropped by the prosecutor. In Barry County Circuit Court, Chad G. Leonard pleaded guilty to fleeing a police officer by vehicle, fourth degree. Leonard, 32, of Delton will serve nine months in jail, with credit for 81 days, plus 24 months of probation. He must pay $628 in court costs. In addition, Leonard pleaded guilty to controlled substance maintaining a laboratory involving methamphetamine. He will serve 12 months on that charge, with credit for 80 days served, and serve 48 months on probation. He must pay costs and restitution of $828, attend substance abuse counseling and cognitive behavior therapy. Charges of controlled substance operating/maintaining a laboratory in the presence of a minor and controlled substance possession of methamphetamine/ecstasy were dropped by the prosecution. Scott M. Winter, 33, of Gobles pleaded guilty in circuit court Oct. 28 and was sentenced for sex offender failure to report new residence. Winter was ordered to serve six months in jail with credit for one day served. He will serve 12 months on probation and pay $878 in costs and restitution. Upon payment of $878, the balance of jail time will be suspended. A charge of sex offender failure to report, third offense, was dropped. Miscellaneous DURA-QUBE WATER SOFTNER SALT & 5 gallon drinking water now available at Diamond Propane 301 E. Broadway, Woodland. Buy 10-50lb. bags & get free delivery. Call for details (269)367-9700 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Robert R. Lampert, 54, of Hastings, pleaded guilty Oct. 28 to aggravated indecent exposure and violating probation. Lampert will serve four months in jail with credit for 40 days served and will continue on the probation sentence of 60 months ordered May 7, 2008. He also was sentenced to 90 additional days of probation, day reporting. Lampert must pay $1,120 in costs and restitution. New laws go into effect Oct. 27 New Federal Trade Commission regulations to help protect financially desperate families from deceptive offers for debt relief went into effect Oct. 27. While the new rule will have a significant impact on reducing predatory debt relief, the Better Business Bureau advises consumers that they still need to use caution when enlisting the help of a third party to get out of debt. Since the start of the recession in December of 2007, the Better Business Bureau has received more than 6,000 complaints across the nation from consumers about debt relief or debt settlement companies. Typically, complainants say they were charged large up-front fees in exchange for the empty promise that the company would significantly reduce or eliminate their debt. “The debt relief industry has flourished in the current economy, and you can bet that many unscrupulous companies are feverishly trying to figure out ways to get around the new laws, such as relying less on telephones to solicit new customers,” said Ken Vander Meeden, president of the BBB Serving Western Michigan. “While these new rules provide effective new protections, consumers still need to be on the lookout for deceptive debt relief services.” Under the new rule, any company that solicits debt relief services over the phone — including taking incoming calls from new customers — will not be able to charge upfront fees until: • The debt relief service successfully renegotiates, settles, reduces or otherwise changes the terms of at least one of the consumer’s debts. • There is a written settlement agreement, debt-management plan or other agreement between the consumer and the creditor, and the consumer has agreed to it. • The consumer has made at least one payment to the creditor as a result of the agreement negotiated by the debt-relief provider. Additionally, debt-relief providers cannot require that consumers set aside payments in a “dedicated account” unless: • The dedicated account is maintained at an insured financial institution. • The consumer owns the funds (including any interest accrued). • The consumer may withdraw the funds at any time without penalty. • The provider does not own or control or have any affiliation with the company administering the account. • The provider does not exchange any referral fees with the company administering the account. Finally, before the consumer signs up for any debt-relief service, providers must disclose fundamental aspects of their services, including how long it will take for consumers to see results, how much it will cost, negative consequences that could result from using debt-relief services and key information about dedicated accounts if they choose to require them. Businesses can learn more about how to follow this new rule on the FTC’s Business Center website, http://business.ftc.gov/documents/bus72-debt-relief-services-telemarketing-sales-rule-guide-business. For more information on managing credit and getting out of debt, check out the BBB’s free online advice at www.bbb.org/creditmanagement. POLICE BEAT Resident attacked for keeping the keys Hastings Police responded to an assault on East Grand Street Nov. 2. The victim, 20, of Hastings, told officers that the 37-year-old suspect, also from Hastings, had thrown him to the ground and hit him several times when the victim refused to give the suspect keys to his car as the suspect attempted to leave with two young children. According to the victim, the suspect was intoxicated. The suspect then threatened to kill the victim and left the area on foot. Officers located the suspect at a residence on East Marshall and placed him under arrest on charges of assault and on a warrant out of district court for contempt of court. He was lodged at the Barry County Jail without incident. Drinking leads to hitting Hastings Police responded to a domestic assault report at a residence on West Grand Street Oct. 31. Officers met with the victim, 33, who told the officers that he had been in an argument with the suspect, whom he identified as a 30-year-old Hastings woman. During the argument, she struck him in the face. Officers interviewed the suspect who admitted to striking the victim, and she was placed under arrest on charges of domestic assault. She was transported to the Barry County Jail. Alcohol consumption appears to have been a factor in the assault. Pepper spray stops enraged Hastings man Hastings Police were flagged down by a citizen who reported a domestic situation at a residence on East High Street at 2 a.m. Oct. 29. The complainant told officers that the suspect, 51, of Hastings, showed up at the residence in a drunken rage, threatening family members inside the home. The complainant, 28, of Dorr, told officers the suspect was being confrontational, and as he tried to enter the house, the complainant pepper sprayed the suspect in the face. The suspect then struck the victim in the face as he fell to the floor from the effects of the pepper spray. Officers found the suspect laying on the floor complaining that his eyes burned. Further investigation revealed the suspect was wanted on a warrant for contempt of court out of Kent County, and he was taken into custody. He is also facing charges for possession of marijuana which was found during his arrest. Burglar gets smokes and no money Barry County Deputies responded to a breaking and entering report in Freeport Oct. 21. According to the complainant, someone had broken into the Freeport Mill on Division Street and tried to pry open the cash registers. Upon investigation, deputies found the bathroom window had been broken and a partial footprint was found on the toilet seat. As seen on surveillance video, the suspect, in blue jeans and gray hooded sweatshirt, pried open the cash registers with a hammer but found them empty. On the video, he is seen taking a box of cigarettes (470 packs). The suspect was wearing gloves, so no fingerprints were found. The case is open pending identification of the suspect. Spare the rod, press charges A father and son came into the Barry County Sheriff’s office Oct. 25. The 50-year-old father, of Dowling, said his son, 20, had taken items from his home and pawned them. The father said the son was already on probation and he wished to press charges. The son admitted to taking a Sony Playstation and wireless keyboard to Secondhand Corners in Hastings and receiving $28. Barricade at door keeps prowler out Barry County Sheriff Deputies and Nashville Police responded to an activated alarm at Little’s Country Store on Thornapple Lake Road Oct. 19. The back door revealed a footprint, and the lock was broken, but the wooden bar across the inside of the door was not damaged. The case is inactive pending more information. Like they say, ‘Don’t veer for deer’ Sheriff deputies responded Oct. 24 to a reported vehicle rollover on Gilkey Lake Road, near Cobb Road in Barry Township. When deputies arrived, a tow truck was on the scene. A 2002 black F250 pickup truck was lying on its side, off the road. The male driver, 26, of Hastings, said he had tried to avoid a deer in the road and lost control. A Breathalyzer test of the driver registered .189 percent. The truck was towed and the man was arrested for operating while intoxicated. The case was referred to the prosecutor’s office. Stealthy thief takes bags of money The operator of Roll-a-Rama on S. M-37 in Hastings reported a burglary Oct. 23. According to the deputy’s report, the complainant said several banker’s bags of money were taken from a table at her residence while she was sleeping. One of the bags contained employee payroll checks, the other bags contained $1,000 in cash and $30 in quarters. When deputies investigated, they found the door was not forced open and was still locked. The complainant reported she had seen a pickup drive by her residence that evening, four times and very slowly. The case is inactive pending additional information. Freeport station victim of ‘gas-and-go’ On Oct. 20, a caller from the Freeport Mill reported a man had pumped gas and left without paying. According to the report, the mill was about to close. The cashier was waiting for the man to finish pumping and come inside to pay the $79.38. The suspect got into a dark blue and silver Chevy extended-cab pickup and drove off. The white male, 30 to 40 years old, was wearing blue jeans, work boots and a red-checkered button-down shirt. Surveillance cameras caught the theft, but the truck’s tailgate was down and the license plate could not be identified. More information is being sought. Spark jumps the street A pole barn fire was reported Oct. 19, at a Pifer Road residence near Delton. According to the report, the complainant heard an explosion and looked out the window to see the barn on fire. The complainant and owner, said the fire started in the corner of the barn where the electrical panel is located. He also said the electrical pole across the street had been on fire. He told deputies that he used propane in the barn but it was not turned on yet. The Barry Prairieville Hope Fire Department controlled the fire with assistance from Hickory Corners and Johnstown departments. The state fire marshal will review the incident. Boyfriend was banned for a reason On Oct. 8, a man reported $2,200 in cash missing from his dresser drawer. Sheriff deputies responded to the Wayland residence to talk with the complainant and his wife. The man reported that his daughter came home that day to do laundry and brought her boyfriend. The boyfriend is not supposed to be in the house because he has a criminal record. The daughter reported that her boyfriend was alone in the house while she was busy taking a shower. Deputies tried to contact the boyfriend by phone and went to his apartment 12 times with no success. When finally contacted by phone, and the deputy identified himself, the suspect hung up immediately. The case is open pending contact with the suspect. Man says he’s better off in jail An employee at Goldsworthy’s Marathon in Dowling called Oct. 24 to report a man going through other people’s cars in the parking lot. The attendant said the man was covered in blood. When deputies arrived, and confronted the 24-year-old Hastings resident, he told deputies e had stolen some potato chips and Gatorade and wanted to go to jail. The suspect continued to tell deputies that the only way he could stay sober and off drugs was to be in jail. He said he was hungry and had no money, so he took what he wanted from the store. The gas station attendant reported that the man walked into the store, took the chips and held them up as he walked out the door, declaring he was stealing them and she should call the police. According to the suspect, the blood was from a cut on his arm which occurred during a bicycle accident. The suspect has two previous charges for taking merchandise from stores, one in 2004 and another in 2008. The case is closed by arrest. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, November 4, 2010 — Page 15 Saxons must believe ‘anybody can beat anybody’ by Brett Bremer Sports Editor “I strongly believe anybody can beat anybody any given day.” That has been Saxon varsity volleyball head coach Gina McMahon’s message to her team going into the O-K Gold Conference Meet in each of the past two seasons, where the Saxons have knocked off number two seeded South Christian and now this year number three seeded Caledonia. Hastings will have to keep that message in mind today. The Saxons advanced to today’s (Nov. 4) Hastings’ Kayla Vogel blasts a kill past the block of Charlotte’s Miranda Scott during game three of Tuesday’s Class B District Opener at Hastings High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Class B District Semifinals, where they’ll host No. 8 Lakewood at 7 p.m. following the first semifinal between Thornapple Kellogg and Delton Kellogg. Hastings opened the district tournament with a 25-21, 25-14, 25-21 win over Charlotte Tuesday. It took most of the first set, but McMahon finally saw her team get going during the final ten points. “They had better volleys, started putting the ball down hard, started moving more and played with more intensity,” McMahon said. Other than a short spell where their attacks were flying just a bit wide of the court, the Saxons dominated the second set. There was a slow start to the third set and Charlotte pulled ahead 9-4, but the Saxons eventually tied things up at 11-11 and went on to the win. “It was a very slow pace,” said McMahon. “It was not one of our better matches, that’s for sure. I can’t explain it any better - it was just slow.” Lakewood will make sure there’s not a slow pace Thursday. “We have to serve aggressively, so they can’t set up their offense (to compete with Lakewood),” McMahon said. “We need to keep them from setting up their big hitters. On the flip side, we have to have good serve receiving to set up Kayla (Vogel).” Vogel led the Saxons Tuesday with 15 kills, 14 digs, and six blocks. Setter Veronica Hayden chipped in five kills to go along with her 21 assists and seven digs. Hastings also got eight digs each from Gabby Eaton and Stephanie Warren. Warren also added five kills. Alexis Hickey chipped in three kills. The win over Charlotte was the 30th of the season for the Saxons. Saturday in Wayland, the Saxons went into the O-K Gold Conference tournament as the sixth seed and left in sixth place. “All of the seniors played hard,” McMahon said. “This was their last conference tourney. It meant something to them. It would have been nice to be able to place higher, fifth instead of sixth, but that did not happen. It would have meant something to these players.” Catholic Central topped the Saxons 25-17, 25-19 in the match for fifth place. That was the third of three consecutive losses for the Saxons, who were also downed by Wayland 25-19, 13-25, 15-7 and Caledonia 25-23, 2517. Hastings’ Stephanie Warren hits an attack late in game two against Charlotte Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Saxons had beaten Caledonia though to start the day, 25-19, 12-25, 16-14. “The girls played really well against (Caledonia),” McMahon said. “Again, a high intensity game. Stephanie Warren played really well in this match and solid all day. She had some great hits, great serves, scrappy and blocks.” The Saxons were 1-2 last Wednesday at the Hamilton Quad, topping Cedar Springs 2522, 22-25, 15-12 after falling to Hamilton 2325, 25-23, 15-9 and Belding 25-22, 27-25. “Gabby Eaton was on fire against Hamilton, with all her skills,” McMahon said. “It was exciting to watch her play.” “In all honesty, we should have beaten every team that night. We played up and down Saxon setter Veronica Hayden passes the ball up as Charlotte’s Regan Masters (2) and Madison Earl (3) protect the net during game two Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) all night. We could not maintain our level of play as well as our intensity.” Hastings, TK and Lakewood all send at least one to state Rushford tenth at regional, earns spot in the state finals Jessica Rushford will make her first trip to the state finals today. The Maple Valley sophomore placed tenth in the Division 3 regional race at Allendale High School Saturday, to earn a spot in the Division 3 State Finals at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn. The girls’ division 3 race will begin at 11:30 a.m. The top three teams and top 15 individuals in each race at Allendale Saturday earned a spot in the finals. Rushford’s tenth-place time was 20 minutes 41.4 seconds. She was the only Lion to come close to heading to Brooklyn though. Kent City won the girls’ race with 29 points, followed by Calvin Christian 59, Allendale 128, West Catholic 132, NorthPointe Christian 148, Hopkins 151, Saranac 170, Maple Valley 178, Shelby 267, Morley-Stanwood 283, Lee 322, Kelloggsville 336 and Fennville 341. Allendale’s Ali Wiersma wasn’t challenged at the front of the girls’ race, winning in 18:31.4. Kent City’s Ashley Russo was second in 19:58.2. The Lions had Jenna Williams 36th in 23:26.5, Megan Shoemaker 38th in 23:29.9, Pantera Rider 45th in 23:52.2 and Lynzie Trumble 59th in 25:01.1. Calvin Christian won the boys’ race with 22 points, followed by Allendale 84, NorthPointe Christian 85, Kent City 92, Saranac 176, White Cloud 201, Montague 256, Muskegon Oakridge 258, Lee 285, Maple Valley 294, Holton 297, Fennville 302, Shelby 303, West Catholic 333, Kelloggsville 379 and Morley-Stanwood 382. Calvin Christian had four of the first six finishers, led by Justus Pinckney who was the individual champ in 16:24.7. Allendale’s Thomas Bambach was second in 16:39.8. Joe Benedict led the Lions with a 29th- Call 945-9554 any time for Hastings Banner classified ads place time of 18:39.3. Micah Bromley was 54th in 19:57.2, Sam Benedict 56th in 20:01.0, Darius France 80th in 21:06.5 and Adam Voigt 84th in 21:14.1. BOWLING SCORES Tuesday Trios Look Insurance 26-10; CB’s 23-13; Lakewood Trio 22.5-13.5; Classic Trio 22-14; Coleman Agency 21-15; Framed In 21-15; Lu’s Team 13-23; Twisted Sisters 13-23; Trouble 10.5-25.5; Delton Pole 10-26. High Games and Series - S. Burd 155-414; D. Hunt 158-428; N. Shafer 225-541; K. Carpenter 179-439; L. Potter 208-566; B. Innes 153-396; R. Brummel 169-458; V. Green 175-507; C. Etts 118-305; O. Gillons 178-425; T. Thompson 180-447; L. Trumble 160; S. Vandenburg 177-501; T. Daniels 181; S. McKee 221-591; B. Stacey 131; D. James 172-471; M. Heath 187-504; J. Greenfield 197-490; H. Reschner 200-529. 487; L. Elliston 201-514. Wednesday P.M. Hair Care 21-11; The River 18.5-13.5; Eye and ENT 18-14; Four Pals 17-15; Mills Landing 14.5-17.5. Good Games and Series - E. Ulrich 183492; P. Freeman 190-450; J. Pitch 134; L. Elliston 177-506; N. Boniface 212-508; S. Beebe 225-539; A. Tasker 146; D. Huver 242503. Friday Night Mixed Strike Kings 22; Heads Out 19; Ten Pins 18; 9-n-a-Wiggle 18; Dum Schitz 17; B.C. Hillbillies 17; Shut Up n Bowl 16 1/2; Matt’s Bunch 15 1/2; Spare Time 10; All But One 10; Spencers Towing 9. Women’s Good Games and Series - K. Becker 196-568; L. Potter 202-559; A. Hall 215-556; M. Heath 192-544; R. Murrah 183477; N. Taylor 155-420; B. Breitner 146-391; T. Phenix 195; T. Pennington 192; B. Jackson 178; L. Smith 163; M. Sutherland 150; A. Keillor 149; D. Talcott 113. Men’s Good Games and Series - M. Kuhlman 232-623; T. Heath 225-575; J. Barnum 201-561; M. Hall 182-509; M. Eaton 235; J. Barnum III 234; B. Madden 197; K. Phenix 196; R. Mathis 195; D. Sears. Senior Citizens Ward’s Friends 20-12; Early Risers 20-12; Butterfingers 20-12; Just Having Fun 19-13; Usetobe #1 17-15; Three Gals and a Guy 1616; M&M’s 15-17; King Pins 15-17; Kuempel 10-22; Sun Risers 8-24. Women’s Good Games and Series - Y. Cheeseman 175-487; J. Gasper 205-546; Y. Markley 142; M. Kingsley 113-281; S. Merrill 202-559; L. Yoder 132; M. Wieland 169-455; E. Ulrich 169. Men’s Good Games and Series - J. Grassmyer 199-500; L. Markley 158-440; D. Murphy 164; W. Talsma 188; R. McDonald 266-679; J. Kleinbrink 158; G. Yoder 188; B. Akers 202-560; R. Boniface 175; C. Purdum, Sr. 182-498; L. Dunn 189; R. Walker 170-480. Mixerettes Kent Oil 22-10; Good Friends 21-11; Dean’s Dolls 19-13; James Process Service 19-13; Dewey’s Auto Body 16-16; Nashville Chiropractic 15-17; NBT 14-18. Good Games and Series - D. Snyder 176; P. Fowler 169; S. Dunham 179-468; N. Bechtel 175-496; G. Meaney 204-472; B. Anders 194-451; S. Nash 149-412; B. Hathaway 172; N. Goggins 151-433; D. James 188; E. Ulrich 187-494; J. Rice 172- Sunday Night Mixed Rush Hour 19 1/2; Man Down 18 1/2; Sandbaggers 15 1/2; You’re Up N Sh*t 15 1/2; Sunday Snoozers 15; Lane Masters 14 1/2; Rollin Olins 14 1/2; What’s Up 14 1/2; The Eastsiders 12 1/2; The Heath Gang 11; Straight Liners 9. Women’s Good Games and Series - N. Shafer 201-571; D. Gray 179-511; M. Olin 163-416. Men’s Good Games and Series - M. Eaton 268-659; Ty Heath 191-543; B. Kelley 167453; TL Heath 227; B. Shafer 215; R. Snyder 184; M. Strong 181. Tuesday Night Mixed Barry County Red cross 28-8; Boyce Milk Haulers 24-12; Hastings City Bank 22-14; JBar Antique Tractors 19-17; Hurless Machine Shop 11-25; Dirt Broke 4-32. Men’s High Games - D. Blakely 222; S. Hause 208; C. Steeby 201; B. Bryan 198; K. Beebe 197; M. Yost 175; G. Hause 161. Men’s High Series - D. Blakely 605; S. Hause 488; C. Steeby 465; B. Bryan 549; K. Beebe 538; M. Yost 482; G. Hause 471. Women’s High Games - B. Smith 187; S. Beebe 182; B. Wilkins 175; D. Service 166; A. Nicholson 156; S. Henion 149; B. Norris 145. Women’s High Series - B. Smith 474; S. Beebe 499; B. Wilkins 491; D. Service 448; A. Nicholson 375; S. Henion 390; B. Norris 386. Dustin Brummel Twenty points might sound like a lot to be trailing by, but at a cross country regional it’s fairly close. That’s how far behind third-place St. Johns the Thornapple Kellogg varsity girls’ cross country team was Saturday at the Division 2 Regional Meet hosted by Carson CityCrystal. The top three teams and top 15 individuals not on those teams at regionals around the state last weekend earned spots into Saturday’s State Finals at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn. The Trojans, Hastings Saxons, and Lakewood Vikings were able to fill a few of those top 15 spots at Saturday’s regional. Thornapple Kellogg senior Allyson Winchester won another individual title, hitting the finish line in 18 minutes 21.2 seconds. Her teammate Casey Lawson was fourth in 19:30.0 and Hastings’ Trista Straube earned a tenth-place finish with her time of 19:41.2. Thornapple Kellogg’s Dustin Brummel and Lakewood’s Tucker Seese also qualified for the finals in the boys’ race. Ionia won both the boys’ and girls’ titles Saturday, with the boys’ team putting five runners in the top eight, and all seven in the top 20 to end the day with just 24 points. The Ionia girls’ finished with 68 points, followed by East Lansing 73, St. Johns 91, Williamston 107, Thornapple Kellogg 111, DeWitt 118, Hastings 174, Wayland 226, Haslett 250, Lansing Waverly 250, Charlotte 306, Fowlerville 346, Lakewood 408, Lansing Sexton 456 and Belding NTS. Between Winchester and Lawson, Williamston’s Hannah Grischke was second in 19:17.8 and DeWitt’s Kayla Hanses third in 19:29.6. The final three scorers for the Trojans were Shelbi Shepherd 24th in 20:42.9, Fiona Shea 38th in 21:27.1 and Jessica Crawford 44th in 21:43.3. The top four Saxons, led by Straube, all set Trista Straube new personal records at the race. Alaina Case was 33rd in 21:12.3, Rachel Rimer 36th in 21:20.3, Ariel Moore 40th in 21:27.9 and Meg Travis 55th in 22:12.6. Mycah Ridder led Lakewood with a 74thplace time of 23:14.0. Raini Osborne was 81st in 23:54.2, Mariah Dye 82nd in 23:55.8, Maria Patrick 85th in 24:29.2 and Cheyenne Smith 86th in 24:35.9. Brummel led Thornapple Kellogg’s boys’ with his sixth-place time of 16:44.6. Seese was 12th in 16:51.9. Neither would have been in the top five for Ionia. The Bulldogs had Connor Montgomery second in 16:23.9, Nick Wharry third in 16:37.3, Don Blight fourth in 16:37.9, Tyler Ellis seventh in 16:41.9 and Brandon Winter eighth in 16:44.3. East Lansing’s Robbie Glew was the boys’ champ, in 16:03.3, which helped his team to a third place finish. Behind Ionia, Haslett finished with 68 points, East Lansing 74, St. Johns 143, Williamston 183, Thornapple Kellogg 188, Charlotte 198, Belding 222, DeWitt 241, Wayland 242, Lansing Waverly 248, Lakewood 326, Hastings 335, Fowlerville 335 and Lansing Sexton 494. Mitch Singleterry led the Saxons with a 39th-place time of 18:04.2. Taylor Klotz was 64th in 18:53.7, Jake Partridge 65th in 18:56.0, Mitch Brisboe 81st in 19:29.9 and Bruce Krouse 86th in 19:46.2. Behind Brummel for the Trojans, Carl Olsen was 24th in 17:22.5, David Walter 36th in 17:59.4, Austin LaVire 51st in 128th and Dominic Bierenga 54th in 18:51.4. Adam Senters was the second Lakewood finisher, placing 68th in 19:00.9. The Vikings also had Nolan Stoepker 71st in 19:10.2, Michael Kutch 83rd in 19:42.7, and J Patrick 87th in 19:49.4. �Page 16 — Thursday, November 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Trojans turn it over too often against Pennfield by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Pennfield set the tone the first time it touched the football, not letting the Trojans touch it again for a long time. The visiting Panthers capped off a nine and a half minute, 99-yard, 18-play drive with a three-yard touchdown run by Kyle Baggerly 52 seconds into the second quarter. They went on to a 28-0 win over the Thornapple Kellogg varsity football team in the first round of the Division 4 play-offs Friday, and will travel to Lansing Sexton for the district championship game Friday at 7 p.m. Thornapple Kellogg’s Aaron Ordway is hit by Pennfield’s Jonathan Everett as he runs around the right side early in the fourth quarter Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) “We just never got it going,” said Thornapple Kellogg head coach Chad Ruger. “You’ve got to credit Battle Creek Pennfield, to move the ball that far and sustain a drive that long against what I think is a pretty good defense.” The 51-yard punt by TK’s Jesse Aubil which stopped at the Panther one-yard line was the best finish to a drive for the Trojans all evening. The next five Trojan possessions ended in turnovers, a pair of interceptions and three fumbles. Pennfield turned those first two Trojan turnovers, a pair of fumble recoveries by Jonathan Everett, into two more touchdowns to take a 21-0 half-time lead. Running back Cole Whitney scored on runs of one and two yards in the second quarter. Panther quarterback Nicholas Acton tacked on a two-point pass to Baggerly after the one-yard run midway through the quarter, while kicker Aaron Fox was 2-for-3 on extra-point kicks for the night. Everett added an interception at his own goal-line to end the Trojans’ final drive of the first half. “It’s just not something that we’ve done,” Ruger said of turning the ball over so often. “We’ve not done that. I don’t know where it came from.” An interception by the Panthers’ Roy Herpin started his team on its final scoring drive, early in the fourth quarter. The drive was also finished off by Herpin, running into the end zone from five yards out. “We played hard, and we made plays when we had to make plays,” said Pennfield coach Nick Koenigsknecht, who celebrated the 101st win of his varsity coaching career with his players after the contest. The Panthers lined up on their knees, making a pathway for Koenigsknecht to celebrate with more players and fans waiting at the other end. Thornapple Kellogg’s Cody Clouse chases after Pennfield back Roy Herpin during the fourth quarter of Friday night’s Division 4 Pre-District contest in Middleville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) “That was pretty neat,” Koenigsknecht said. “I never wanted that. Never the focus on the coach. It’s the players in high school.” “That’s pretty special. I’ll remember that for a long time. A lot of players, a lot of games come and go, but this one we’ll remember.” It was a different sight on the Trojan half of the field after the contest. Seniors Korey Carpenter and Jacob Bultema stayed down on one knee as their team broke from its postgame huddle and headed for the lockers. Bultema finally rose for a hug from fellow senior Aubil, but Carpenter lingered a moment longer. “I just told them they never can take away the fact they’re champions,” Ruger said. “Not only are they champions on the football field, but they’ll be champions in life because of their commitment to hard work.” Pennfield only turned the ball over once, coughing up a fumble at its own 13-yard-line on its first drive of the second half. Jacob McCarty fell on the football there for the Trojans, but the TK offense lost a fumble which was picked up by Pennfield’s Jeffrey Brown two plays later. McCarty and Bultema both had six tackles for the Trojan defense, which was led by Tyler Karcher with 14 tackles. “That is a great job by that staff, turning things around, and that’s a junior laden team,” Koenigsknecht said of TK. “I wouldn’t want to meet up with them next year, of course we’re a junior laden team too.” Pennfield finished the night with 266 yards of offense, to the Trojans’ 152. Whitney led the Panthers on the ground with 13 carries for 73 yards and the two scores. Acton was 4-of-7 passing for 43 yards, with three of his passes being hauled in by Fox for 31 yards receiving. McKeough had 12 rushes for 49 yards to lead TK’s offense, and was 3-of-9 passing for 20 yards. Reserve QB Nick Newton completed 2-of-3 passes for 21 yards in his brief time in the backfield. The Trojans end the season with a 8-2 record, while Pennfield improves to 9-1 with the victory. Trojans show some fight in 5-set win over Ionia by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Trojans ran through the gamut of emotions in the final set against Ionia Tuesday. There were smiles leading 6-2 in game five; stressful looks trailing 8-7; joy at tying the contest back up at 11-11; a nervous timeout down 13-12; elation tied 13-13; and a celebration worthy of district championship after pulling out a 16-14 victory. There’s still a long way to go before a trophy is handed out though. Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity volleyball team scored a 32 victory over Ionia in its Class B District Opener at Hastings High School, earning the right to face Delton Kellogg in the district semifinals today at 5:30 p.m. “This was my favorite game of the year, actually, of my life,” said TK head coach Stacey Woodall. “We were fighters. They never gave up, and that’s not like us. Usually, they feel like they want it, but tonight they played like it. Even when they got down they kept coming back. They totally did not want to be done tonight.” The Trojans came from a set down a couple of times. Ionia took game one 25-19, and TK had to fight off two set points in the second to pull out a 28-26 victory. Ionia then won a tight third set 25-22. In the fourth, TK took a 6-0 lead, only to watch Ionia come flying back to go up 7-6. “We knew we had to keep our heads up, and we had to keep the intensity up on our side,” said Trojan senior outside hitter Alyssa Weesie. “We knew we could beat them.” An Ionia serve went into the net to break a 17-17 tie, and TK won eight of the next 13 points thanks to a few big kills from both Weesie and Erin Ellinger to win 25-22. “We played really well, and all the underclassmen wanted to do it for the seniors, because it (could have been) our last game,” Weesie said. “We knew we played bad during the whole season. We wanted to prove to everyone we’re winners.” Weesie helped prove it by leading the Trojans with 19 kills and five aces, while also chipping in 21 digs. Ellinger finished with 30 digs, 14 kills and three aces. Everyone played a part for the Trojans. Hana Hunt had eight kills. Nicole Schondelmayer chipped in four kills and four blocks. Libero Molly Lark had 23 digs. Katie Lark had 21 assists as well as two aces, including one that ended the match. Katie saw a little less time at setter than normal, as Woodall wanted to get the taller Kenzie Webster in during what would have been Katie’s turns in the front row against the powerful Bulldog front. Webster, a senior who didn’t play volleyball as a junior, had an outstanding effort that included 14 assists. The Thornapple Kellogg varsity volleyball team celebrates after its 3-2 victory over Ionia in its Class B District Opener at Hastings High School Tuesday night. The win earns the Trojans the right to face Delton Kellogg in the district semifinals today at 5:30 p.m. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Woodall also enjoyed the contributions of freshman Sydney LeMay, who didn’t show any nerves in her first district action. “She had a great night. She’s a freshman and she made a big impact. She made some saves that I’m not sure anyone else could have,” Woodall said. The Trojans at times had trouble controlling the powerful serves of Ionia’s Kelsey Darling and Taylor Sanicki, but got better as the match wore on. At one point in the first set, Darling recorded seven service points in a row including a couple aces, to help her team pull away. Middleville’s Turkey Trail Trot a week from Saturday The Middleville Turkey Trail Trot 5K Run/Walk begins at 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13 at the service complex for the Thornapple Kellogg Schools at 3625 Bender Road in Middleville. Late and race day registration is still open at a cost of $25 and organizer Roxanne Potter says, “a limited number of T-shirts may be available.” There are absolutely no refunds. Proceeds from this event help support the Thornapple Kellogg High School cross country and track teams. Registration forms are available at all the schools and are available on line at www.tkschools.org/departments/operations. Age divisions are 15 and under, 16-25, 2635, 36-45, 56-65, 66-75 and 75 and up. The start and finish are at the Thornapple Kellogg service complex at 3625 Bender Road. The course is on school grounds. Parking is available at the Page Elementary School or in the south parking lot at the high school. There is no parking within the service complex. Check in and late registration will be held at the service complex transportation building from 7:45 to 8:55 a.m. Late registration closes at 8:55 a.m. Awards will go to the overall finisher both female and male in both the run and walk. The top 2 finishers in the run for each age group, and top overall female and male finishers in the masters run will receive awards. Potter adds, “we may add additional awards depending on the number of pre-registered runners.” All participants will receive a finisher award. Among the sponsors returning to support this year’s Middleville Turkey Trail Trot are the Tom Otto Turkey Farm and First Rehab Physical Therapy. For more information about this event contact Potter at 269-795- 5535 or at 269-8187695. Registration forms can be dropped off or mailed with checks made payable to Thornapple Kellogg Schools to Attn: Turkey Trot, TK Operations Office, 3625 Bender Road, Middleville, MI 49333. Thornapple Kellogg’s Hana Hunt (left) and Erin Ellinger go up to try and block an attack by Ionia’s Kelsey Buetler late in game one Tuesday evening at Hastings High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) HYAA Football Sunday Chaos wins third YMCA kickball championship The team Sunday Chaos captained by Jason Gole won its third straight season of YMCA of Barry County Co-ed kickball Sunday at Fish Hatchery Park. Playing on Halloween. The team showed up dressed for the occasion, but quickly lost their costumes and put their game faces on for the final games of the season. The next season of adult co-ed kickball is set to start in April. Check out the YMCA website for more information and more info on other adult sports at www.ymcaofbarrycounty.org. Call 269-945-9554 anytime for Hastings Banner ads 7th Grade Blue The Hastings seventh grade Blue football team closed out its season with a 7-0 win over Pennfield Wednesday (Oct. 27), to finish the year with a 4-3 record. George Murphy recovered the game-winning fumble deep inside Saxon territory, stopping a Pennfield drive to preserve the win and finished with two tackles. Other Saxons contributing to the shutout on defense were Shaun Holcomb with six tackles and two sacks, Tyler Youngs with four tackles and Tim Campbell with one tackle. The Saxons put their only points of the game on the scoreboard late in the first half. Alex McMahon scored the lone TD on an 11-yard pass play and Clay Coltson tacked on the extra-point with a nice catch – both from quarterback Owen Post. Tanner Olmstead, Trevor Ryan, and Carpenter played well on the offensive line for the Saxons. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, November 4, 2010 — Page 17 Most of swim team’s success outside pool Thursday by Brett Bremer Sports Editor There was a “Karen”, an “Elmer”, a “Becky”, and more than one “Dad”. Dozens of names of friends and family members were drawn in pink on the arms, legs and backs of girls from the Thornapple Kellogg/Hastings and Grand Rapids Catholic Central girls’ swimming and diving teams as they raced against each other in the CERC pool in Hastings Thursday. “This meet is dedicated to all whose lives have been affected by breast cancer... Support the Fighters, Admire the Survivors, Honor the Taken, and NEVER EVER GIVE UP HOPE,” read the evening’s pink program. “Everything went really well,” said TK/Hastings girls’ coach Carl Schoessel. “We had a big crowd up there. We raised a lot of money to help in the fight against breast cancer.” There weren’t just pink names and pink programs. There were pink T-shirts, pink swim caps, pictures of pink ribbons strung on ropes over the pool, pink ribbons pinned to the girls’ swimsuits and pink rubber duckies splashing into the pool as part of a fundraiser. The only thing that didn’t go well for the TK/Hastings girls was the results on the scoreboard. Catholic Central handed the Trojans their second O-K Rainbow II defeat of the season, 100-86. It wasn’t really at the top of the standings where the Cougars outperformed the Trojans. Both teams had six first place finishes. Catholic Central did have nine thirds, compared to the Trojans’ three. Three of the Cougars’ third place finishes, and two of their firsts, came in the relays where TK-Hastings is used to having a pair of relay teams score during conference duals. “We regularly place first and third, but tonight they really did the job. You can’t take anything away from (the Cougars). They did very well,” said Schoessel. “They had some The Trojans’ Alexa Schipper races through the water in the 100-yard breaststroke Thursday against Grand Rapids Catholic Central. (Photo by Brett Bremer) of their best times, and we didn’t. Well, we did have a few, but not out of everybody.” The lone Trojan win in a relay came in the first event of the night, the 200-yard medley relay. The team of Kayla Strumberger, Alexa Schipper, Kaylee DeMink, and Natalie VanDenack won in 1 minute 57.51 seconds, but the Cougars had teams place second and third. That third place team had its final swimmer touch the wall less than a second ahead of the anchor for the Trojan ‘B’ team. Catholic Central’s team of Jordan Dery, Abby Fatum, Natalie Merucci and Kristine Craven would win the 200-yard freestyle relay in 1:45.19. Sam Valinski, Terese O’Rourke, Dery and Merucci won the 400yard freestyle relay in 4:01.92. TK/Hastings’ best event was the diving competition, where Tracy Hodges took first with a score of 182.95 points. Brieanna Sheldon was second with 156.60 points, and Marie Gutgsell fourth with 150.40. VanDenack had a pair of individual wins for TK/Hastings, taking the 50-yard freestyle in 25.95 seconds and the 100-yard freestyle in 56.18. Craven was second to her in both of those sprints. Kayla Strumberger won the 100-yard backstroke for TK/Hastings, in 1:07.01. Schipper won the 100-yard breaststroke in 1:12.10, but was edged by Merucci in the 100-yard butterfly where Merucci touched the wall first in 1:05.43 and Schipper in 1:06.20. Other winners for the Cougars included Valinski in the 200-yard freestyle (2:15.14), TK/Hastings’ Patricia Garber flies over the pool to start the anchor leg of the 400yard freestyle relay Thursday, during the Trojans’ dual with Grand Rapids Catholic Central. (Photo by Brett Bremer) and Jorgie Watson in the 200-yard individual medley (2:24.80) and the 500-yard freestyle (5:53.39). The Trojans and Cougars will meet again in the CERC pool in Hastings this weekend, along with the rest of the O-K Rainbow II, at the conference meet. Diving preliminaries and swimming preliminaries will be held Friday, and the finals start at 1 p.m. Saturday. The TK/Hastings girls are in the middle of a week of preparation. “We need the time,” Schoessel said. “We’ll work particularly on the events the girls will be swimming at the conference meet. We don’t have to worry about stuff they aren’t swimming, and try to get their taper going, so the girls will have their best times at the conference meet and those that are going on to state will have their best times there.” DK wins share for three-peat Vikes finish off conference without dropping one set Delton Kellogg’s varsity volleyball team celebrates its third consecutive Kalamazoo Valley Association championship, after earning a share of the league title by topping regular season champion Pennfield in the league meet finals Saturday at Olivet High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lakewood’s Anna Lynch passes the ball from the back row during the Vikings’ CAAC-White victory at Williamston Thursday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The outright Capital Area Activities Conference White Division championship was never really in doubt Thursday, but the Vikings did have to pull out their tightest set of the conference season. Williamston pushed the Vikings in game one, but Lakewood’s arms became active and the Vikings held out for a 26-24 victory then went on to take sets two and three 25-13, 255. “We started a bit hesitant, but they were determined to win and keep focus on the mission,” said Lakewood head coach Kellie Rowland. Chelsea Lake led the way for the Vikings with 17 kills ,16 digs, three aces and two blocks. Anna Lynch added 16 digs, ten kills and four aces. Lexie Spetoskey finished with 26 assists, and 14 digs of her own. Those digs helped lead to 12 assists for Olivia Davis. Kristin Hilley added eight digs, and joined Lake and Brooke Wieland with three aces each. Rowland added that Alexis Kosten stepped in to help on defense. The Vikings were a perfect 10-0 in the CAAC-White this season, and topped Lansing Catholic at home on senior night Tuesday (Oct. 26) 25-5, 25-6, 25-7. Lake had 17 kills and five blocks, while Lynch and Kalli Barrone added nine kills each. Spetoskey had 26 assists. Lake also had a team high 14 digs, with Spetoskey adding ten, Lynch six, and Barrone four. Those are the four Viking seniors, who all played very well. Lakewood heads to Hastings this week for its Class B District Tournament The Vikings’ Chelsea Lake hits an attack over the Williamston block during Thursday’s contest. (Photo by Perry Hardin) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Sharing was just one lesson Pennfield was forced to learn Saturday at Olivet High School. Delton Kellogg’s varsity volleyball team earned a share of the Kalamazoo Valley Association title by knocking off the league’s regular season champions, Pennfield, 23-25, 25-12, 25-14, 25-12 in the finals of the KVA League Meet. The maroon and white Panthers have now won at least a share of the last three KVA championships, having taken outright titles in 2009 and 2008. Just four days earlier, the Pennfield girls won the league dual between the two teams, three games to two. “Both teams play up and down all the time, very even,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Delton Kellogg’s Carly Boehm (11) pushes the ball down over Pennfield’s Emma Fishnick during the championship match at Saturday’s KVA League Meet in Olivet. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Jack Magelssen. “We made a lot less errors today than we did the other night. His kids didn’t seem to play with the same intensity as they did the other night.” Pennfield didn’t have the same girls on the court either. Head coach Tom VanWienen took star Cassie Pelloni out in the middle of the third game, and never put her back on the court. “We’ve got some kids who need to step up when it’s time to step up,” VanWienen said. “We’re just a little disappointed in the way it worked out. The kids on the court played with a lot of heart and played well, and showed they can play in big situations.” “Sometimes life lessons are tough.” Magelssen understood VanWienen’s dilemma. “It’s tough to teach life lessons when you’re competing,” Magelssen said. “He did what was right. I’ve done the same thing many, many times before. I thought he made his point.” Delton Kellogg got to make most of its points on the court. Adrianna Culbert led Delton Kellogg on the day with 57 kills, 55 assists and 16 aces, while also contributing 34 digs and six blocks. The Panthers were happy to get her on the attack a little bit more Saturday. “I told the kids, because they never know what we’re going to run, basically we’re running a Delton Texas Chili which is a whole lot of everything,” Magelssen said. Culbert had a couple of kills in Delton’s game three run, which turned a 12-11 lead into a 25-14 victory. Game four was also close early on. Pennfield led 8-6 before Delton went on another run to win 19 of the game’s final 23 points. Delton used its “Delton Texas Chili” to knock off Hackett Catholic Central 25-15, 2518, 25-11 in the opening round of the tournament, and then Parchment 25-16, 25-20, 2512 in the semifinals. Carly Boehm added 31 kills, four blocks and six aces for Delton. Her team also got 18 kills from Alisha VanderWoude, 13 kills, eight aces and 19 assists from Andrea Polley, 70 digs and seven aces from Taylor Blacken and 22 digs from Kami McCowan. “This group, to share a conference title is good for us,” Magelssen said. “Going into the Delton Kellogg’s Katelyn Grizzle passes up a ball in front of teammate Adrianna Culbert during game three against Pennfield Saturday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) season, I’d be real happy with that.” Delton heads into Thursday’s Class B District Semifinals at Hastings with a 38-12 record. Pennfield ends the season with a 40-8 mark, having fallen 3-0 to Harper Creek in their Class B District opener Monday at Comstock High School. Pennfield opened Saturday’s league tournament with a 25-11, 25-11, 25-10 win over Galesburg-Augusta, then topped Maple Valley 25-21, 25-15, 25-22 in the semifinals. Megan Ethier led the Pennfield girls Saturday at Olivet, recording 82 assists, 39 digs, seven kills and four blocks. Emma Fishnick had 26 kills, 13 digs and five blocks. Pelloni finished the day with 48 kills, 21 digs and four blocks. �Page 18 — Thursday, November 4, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Randall’s record not enough to ground the Eagles by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Saxons have had a tremendous succession of backs under head coach Fred Rademacher, from Dewey Slaughter to Matt Donnini to Alex Randall. Even the best night by any of them wasn’t enough to get the Saxons past Grand Rapids Christian in the first round of the Division 3 play-offs Friday inside Baum Stadium at Johnson Field. Randall rushed for a Saxon record 418 yards and five touchdowns on 26 carries, a yardage total that puts him 16th on the list of the MHSAA’s top single game rushers, but the Eagles were able to still hold on for a 4939 victory. “They’ve got all kinds of weapons,” Saxon head coach Fred Rademacher said of Christian. “They’re just solid all around. They had a couple wide receivers that could hurt you, a 260-pound tailback, a quarterback who can run and a quarterback who can throw.” Randall scored the first points of the game, on an 85-yard touchdown run, but the Eagles answered in the first quarter with a 14-yard touchdown run by Andre Davis and a fouryard TD run by Kavon Frazier. Joel Schipper connected on extra-point kicks following all seven of the Eagles’ touchdowns, and his team led 14-6 after one quarter. The Eagles led the rest of the way, pushing the lead to as many as 16 points at the half when they were up 28-12. “(Randall) had a run right before half-time, about a 70-yard run and the ball got knocked out going across the goal-line, so we could have had another seven points there,” Rademacher said. “It’s a coulda, woulda, shoulda.” Randall did cross the goal-line on a 28-yard touchdown run early in the second quarter, before the Eagles answered with a one-yard Davis scoring run and a six-yard TD pass from Matt Grasmeyer to Frazier. The touchdown just before the half got away from the Saxons, but they opened the second half with consecutive scoring runs, a four-yarder by Casey Shaeffer and a 69yarder from Randall. Zack Nurenberg added the extra-point kick on each of the Saxons’ final three touchdowns of the evening. Hastings trailed just 28-25 at that point. But Christian answered those two scores with a six-yard Grasmeyer TD run, and a 20yard TD pass from Grasmeyer to Jaylin Staten. “We made some mistakes, but they’re pretty good and they made plays when they had too,” Rademacher said. “A couple times we had guys off assignments, some misreads, things of that nature, not wrapping up on tack- les.” The teams traded touchdowns the rest of the way, Davis had a five-yard TD run for the Eagles in between Randall scoring on runs of 60 and 49 yards. Randall, behind the offensive line of Eric Hart, Matt Mansfield, CJ Marlette, Mike Pewoski, Chase Williams and ends Alex Nichols and Tyler Stolicker Friday, finished the season with just under 2,000 yards rushing. Randall, Mansfield and Marlette were three of 17 seniors on the Saxon roster this season. Rademacher has had talented tailbacks, but isn’t 100-percent sure the team can just reload at the position again. “I don’t know if you replace any one of them when it comes down to it,” Rademacher said. “Alex Randall is a special kid, a special talent. He’s as fast a football player as anyone I’ve ever coached.” “I’d like to think there’s one out there. I don’t know.” The Eagles go on to face East Grand Rapids on the District Championship game Friday. Grasmeyer finished the night against the Saxons 14-of-22 passing for 233 yards. Staten caught nine passes for 149 of those yards. Davis led the Eagles on the ground with 24 carries for 165 yards. Hastings running back Alex Randall runs away from the Grand Rapids Christian defense during Friday night’s Division 3 Pre-District contest, in which Randall amassed 418 yards on the ground and five touchdowns. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Saxon quarterback Sean McKeough lets out a yell on the sideline during the second quarter of his team’s pre-district contest against Grand Rapids Christian Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Saxons’ Josh Coenen (2) disrupts a pass intended for the Eagles’ Nathan Thompson during Friday night’s Division 3 Pre-District contest. (Photo by Perry Hardin) DK teams both going to MIS 77551156 The Kalamazoo Valley Association dominated the Division 3 cross country regional at Portage West Middle School Saturday. Delton Kellogg’s teams were a part of that domination. Both the Delton Kellogg boys’ and girls’ teams placed third in the regional meet, earning spots in Saturday’s Division 3 State Finals at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn. The Division 3 boys will run at 10:30 a.m. and the girls at 11:30. Schoolcraft earned the two regional championship trophies Saturday in Portage, and had the top two individuals on the day. Charlton Craig won the boys’ race in 16 minutes 18 seconds and Krista Broekema won the girls’ race in 19:38. Schoolcraft had four girls in the top eight, and finished the meet with just 40 points. Madeline Hartlieb was second in 20:19, Sarah Hartlieb seventh in 20:45 and Katilee Bensley fourth in 21:05. The Eagles also had Jessica Polum 22nd in 22:31. Parchment was second with 72 points and Delton Kellogg third with 89. Jolene Drum led Delton Kellogg’s with a fourth-place time of 20:26. Brianna Russell was 11th in 21:21, Sarah Rendon 16th in 21:32, Christi Boze 18th in 22:04 and Taylor Hennessey 40th in 23:31. Parchment was led by Kate Thayer’s fifthplace time of 20:29, and also had Molly Ireland tenth in 21:20, Laura Norquist 12th in 21:21, Kailey Shaffer 19th in 22:05 and Abbie Sanders 26th in 22:47. The KVA also had the fourth-place team in the girls’ standings, with Hackett Catholic Central finishing fourth with 126 points. The Irish won’t go to the state finals as a team, but will send a pair of teammates who qualified by finishing in the top 15. Elena Ochoa led the Irish with a ninth-place time of 21:16, and Bridget O’Toole was 14th in 21:22. Buchanan was fifth in the girls’ standings with 135 points, followed by Hartford 145, Bangor 158, Berrien Springs 175, Lawton 212, Coloma 310, Constantine 320, Watervliet 330, Dowagiac 344, and Galesburg-Augusta 356. Delton Kellogg’s boys’ finished with 97 points, behind Schoolcraft with 68 and Hackett Catholic Central with 84. Austin Ketola had the top finish for Delton, placing sixth in 17:08. Ryan Watson was tenth in 17:16, Tyler Bourdo 21st in 17:51, Raymond Vickery 24th in 18:09 and Kannon Hoffman 36th in 18:32. Behind Craig for Schoolcraft, Jeremiah Barnes was third in 17:00, Zach Wehner 13th in 17:27, Steven Sagers 19th in 17:48 and Andre Newsted 32nd in 18:20. Hackett was led by Michael Myers fifthplace time of 17:04. Peter Herzog was eighth in 17:15, Austin Elluru 22nd in 17:58, Nathan Takacs 23rd in 18:06 and Philip Herzog 26th in 18:11. Behind those top three teams, Hartford finished with 128 points, Bangor 132, Watervliet 141, Bloomingdale 184, Parchment 195, Constantine 272, Lawton 272, Dowagiac 293, Brandywine 313, and Berrien Springs 358. Parchment’s Stuart Crowell was second to Craig individually, with a time of 16:26. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-11-11.pdf 5e2c558f30602c8e1ad5dfdcdb5cb1e6 PDF Text Text Hastings receives $10,000 arts grant Veterans Day is reminder to thank those who serve Vikings one win from home court quarterfinals See Story on Page 5 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 18 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 45 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, November 11, 2010 Early education and care help young thrive NEWS BRIEFS Ceremonies will honor veterans Members of Post 45 American Legion will hold a flag-raising observance at 11 a.m. at the Barry County Courthouse, with Barry County Commander Barry Wood providing a patriotic message. A second flag-raising ceremony will be held at the post immediately following the Hastings Middle School veterans celebration. The American Legion invites everyone to join in its traditional bean soup and cornbread supper at the post on South M37, starting at 5 p.m. tonight. by David DeDecker Staff Writer Eighty percent of the human brain is developed by age 3. According to Julie Guenther, Barry County Great Start Collaborative (BCGSC) facilitator, getting involved with kids before they go to school, while they are still under 5 years old, they are more likely to be successful. Children are less likely to drop out of school, become part of the entitlement system or go to jail. From strictly a “return on investment” standpoint, putting resources into early education and child care impacts the future employment pool and tax dollars spent on public safety or welfare, boosting the community dollar as a whole. “We want to make connections between services, but also deeper connections, and we don’t know what that looks like yet. We really need to put the pieces of the puzzle together. We are hearing consistent things from dif- Ten Thousand Villages sale returns Friday Items made by Third World artists and crafts people from many countries will part of an expanded Ten Thousand Villages Festival sale to be held from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, at the First Presbyterian Church of Hastings. The event takes place in the fellowship hall of the church’s new location, 405 N. M-37 Highway. The event features $10,000 worth of merchandise, including unique gifts, home decor, jewelry and accessories made by people from around the world, providing them with fair income for their talents. Items will include Christmas ornaments, carved wooden items and much more. To help globally and locally, proceeds above the amount given to the artisans will be donated to Love Inc. of Barry County and a local soup kitchen. Holiday gift show planned at Pierce A holiday gift show and lunch return to Pierce Cedar Creek Sunday, Nov. 14, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Local artists and crafters will display pottery, nature photography, alpaca scarves and hats, jewelry, wood carvings, walking sticks and woven rugs. Admission to the gift show is free. Shoppers can take a break and enjoy a soup and sandwich buffet prepared by Chef Richard Centala. Pre-registration and payment are required for the luncheon. Lunch seating times are from 11 a.m. to noon, 12:15 to 1:15 p.m., and 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. The cost for lunch is $9 for member adults and $4 for children age 4 to 10 and $11 for non-member adults and $5 for children, plus sales tax. ferent pockets in the community about what kids need when they are zero to 5 years old,” said Guenther. The Barry County Great Start Program is housed within the Barry Intermediate School District. The program itself is funded by a four-year grant from the Early Childhood Investment Corporation (ECIC). The funds are federal, state and private — a pot of money ECIC distributes, along with applying for various grants to build program longevity. “Having students prepared for kindergarten has proven to be a factor in student success, and I am glad that Julie Guenther and the Barry County Great Start Collaborative are working to identify and address the needs of our communities,” said Jeff Jennette, BISD superintendent. “Getting parents involved is the key to any student’s success, and I am glad that the Great Start Collaborative uses a parent network to get their message out to the community,” added Jennette. There are 55 Great Start Collaboratives in Michigan, all funded through Early Childhood Investment Corporation. Started in 2005, ECIC stated, “Great Start Collaboratives serve as the local infrastructure for governance, planning, investment, advocacy and innovation for the Great Start system. Great Start Collaboratives grapple on a daily basis with the difficult, complex but ultimately rewarding tasks of assessing the needs of young children and families in their The Banner and the J-Ad Graphics community papers will print, on a spaceavailable basis, information about free Thanksgiving dinners and other Thanksgiving events on Thursday, Nov. 18, in the Banner and on Saturday, Nov. 20 in the Reminder and community papers. Information should be e-mailed to patricia@j-adgraphics.com before Tuesday, Nov. 16 by 10 a.m. to be published. All events should include date, time, location, directions, if necessary and contact person and telephone number for more information. Events should be free and open to the public. cific county stakeholders to recruit, such as a local hospital official, health department director, family court judge and county school district leaders. According to Guenther, BCGSC needed to get at least 75 percent of the recommended people to meet requirements. ECIC wanted decision-makers at the table, so when an opportunity presented itself, the decision could be made at the table and BCGSC progress would not be delayed. The remaining 20 to 25 percent of the board needed to be parents. Early Childhood Investment Corporation leaders believe that parents always need to be involved with the decision-making process and that parents have information that agencies and organizations may not have gathered. BCGSC started gathering people to the board in July of 2009. They also had to adopt applicable best practices and a way to conduct business. When the six-month deadline arrived, the local program had a board of county collaborators, in addition to a parent collaboration. Guenther’s responsibility is to coordinate the county efforts. And, the program now has someone who works part-time to coordinate the parents. The grant pays both salaries, but no direct programming is funded yet. “After the initial six months, we had to renew our contract. ECIC then set out See GREAT START, pg. 5 Appointment of rescue shelter operator to advisory board causes controversy Trojan senior second again Thornapple Kellogg senior Allyson Winchester looks out from the medal stand after a runner-up finish at the Division 2 State Finals in Brooklyn Saturday afternoon. It’s the second time Winchester has been the state runnerup, matching the finish from her sophomore season, and her fourth state medalwinning performance. See story inside. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Barry County Board of Commissioners approved the appointment of seven people to the newly created 11-member Barry County Animal Control/Shelter Advisory Board Tuesday. However, the appointment of animal rescue shelter operator Julie Baker caused some dissension among the commissioners. A recommendation for Baker’s appointment was pulled from the consent agenda for further discussion and individual consideration at the request of citizens Heather Reed and George Hubka. During the discussion regarding Baker’s appointment, Hubka asked the commissioners to reconsider her appointment. “Failure to do so is liable to take, and show, that this commission appointed a person to that board, advisory board, to make recommendations over the animal shelter and animal care in Barry County that apparently, somewhere in the past, had a problem with the county animal shelter, supposedly did something to the Internet account, PetFinders, that allowed the county not to get into their website and was ... more or less banned and asked not to come back to the shelter,” said Hubka. “How are you going to appoint someone to the advisory committee to make recommendations about a facility that they have been asked not to come back to? I think it is idiotic ...” Resident Elden Shellenbarger distributed a letter to commissioners from former chief Animal Control officer Pam Beckwith, dated Feb. 13, 2008. The letter alleged, “The name Julie Baker and Friends for Barry County Animal Shelter as been used illegally to represent the Barry County Animal Control Department,” and Animal Control staff has been locked out of the shelter’s account on PetFinder.com. Reed had asked to be considered for the rescue shelter operator seat on the advisory board. She said she did not have anything against Baker, personally, but felt that she (Reed) should have been considered as a rescue shelter operator rather than as a representative from the general public. Reed said she has worked as a rescue shelter operator for the humane society for four years and also has operated a small rodent rescue out of her home for five years. Baker said she had never received a copy of the letter that Shellenbarger presented to the commissioners. “I was in the animal shelter two days that week, Monday and Tuesday, and was never given any indication by the staff, which I spoke to both times, that they had a problem with anything,” said Baker. “It’s standard operating procedure for anyone that manages anything on the Internet to change the password every six months. If they wanted the password, all they had to do is ask for it. They never did that. “They wanted to create an adversarial position because they didn’t want any of the animals put on PetFinder; that was clear from Day 1, when I walked into the shelter” Baker added. “I was told animals that were adopted create paperwork; they didn’t want the animals put on PetFinder because of that reason ...” Commissioner Mike Bremer said he felt Baker abused her privileges at the animal shelter. “... It was a site that was opened up by the county, by Animal Control unit of the sheriff’s department, and it was tampered with, that’s a serious word, tampered with, I under- See SHELTER, page 8 City proposes dimmer switch on bright signs Thanksgiving event Carriage house would be allowed information sought communities; identifying community assets for addressing those needs; planning for systemic change that ensures those assets are focused; and implementing efforts to address the gaps; strengthen what works and knock down local barriers that may range from ineffective structures or policies to lack of resources and programs that impede young children from arriving at kindergarten ready to learn.” ECIC set a specific strategy for each county’s Great Start Program. Grants went first to Oakland, Wayne and Kent counties to build program infrastructure and learn what was needed to make such a county-wide program succeed. Best practices were established with the first grant money. Then, according to Guenther, more counties were granted money for similar programs, building on the knowledge of prior grant recipients. Barry County was one of the last counties to receive grant money to begin a Great Start Program and was able to tap into a wealth of program-related knowledge. “We had the benefit of asking questions of those who have started programs before us,” said Guenther. The grant money was contingent on the local program completing the Early Childhood Investment Corporation’s designated initial steps in the first six months. One of those steps was to bring specific community leaders together as building blocks for the program’s infrastructure. ECIC laid out spe- by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Monday evening, the Hastings City Council held first readings on two ordinances, one allowing accessory buildings in apartmentoffice (A-O) zoned areas and another regulating electronic signs in the city limits. According to Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield, the first ordinance originated in response to a request from the owners of the Striker House, located at the corner of East Green and South Jefferson streets, to be allowed to build a multi-storied carriagehouse-style accessory building, consistent with the architecture of the home. The language in the proposed ordinance is also consistent with that of the neighborhood edge (NE) zoning district. “The property on which the Striker House is situated is envisioned to be rezoned to the NE classification at some point in the not-too-distant future, but the owners and a potential buyer of the Striker House would like to proceed with the construction of the accessory building in the very near future and not wait for the potential rezoning of the land to NE,” said Mansfield in his communication to the council. “... The A-O and NE zones will be very similar, with the NE zone replacing virtually all A-O zones near downtown as the comprehensive community plan is implemented ...” According to Mansfield, the ordinance regulating LED and other illuminated signs has been developed over the past several months in response to the burgeoning number of electronic signs being used in the community and surrounding area. The new ordinance would control the intensity and brightness of the signs. “These signs can be very bright and frequently use brisk animation, rapid text changes and brilliant, high-contrast background colors to attract attention,” he said. “The ordinance seeks to control the adverse impacts of such signs on off-site properties and passers-by while allowing the signs to still be used in our community.” A second reading and possible adoption is slated for both proposed ordinances during the next regular meeting of the council, slated for 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 22. In other business, the council: • Approved a request from the Hastings City/Barry County Airport Commission to spend $8,500 from the airport’s fund balance as a local match for the installation of a fueling system at the airport. The system will store and dispense jet fuel, which is used by a variety of turbine-powered aircraft, including larger, general aviation craft. The fuel system will be installed on the ramp adjacent to the existing gas system near the terminal building. The total cost of the system is $54,000. An anonymous donor will pay for the cost of the system over the $8,500 local contribution. The airport commission has said it plans to replenish the airport’s fund balance through proceeds from the future sale of jet fuel. Airport Manager Mark Noteboom has estimated it will take approximately one year to recover the city’s $8,500 expenditure. • Went into closed session to discuss negotiations connected with a collective bargaining agreement. When council members returned to open session, they approved a three-year agreement with the firefighter’s union. According to Mansfield, a major points of the agreement was that firefighters would continue to pay a significant portion of their pension plans and health care deductibles. However, a health savings account would be added to the health care package to help cover the cost of the increased deductibles. Firefighters will get no wage increase for the first year of the contract, receive a 2 percent wage increase for the second year of the contract and get a 3 percent increase for the third year. • Accepted the resignation of Scott Brasseur from the zoning board of appeals (ZBA) and approved Mayor Bob May’s appointment of Scott Darling to Brasseur’s seat on the ZBA and Michelle Skedgell to Darling’s former position as ZBA alternate. �Page 2 — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner DK Middle School artists emulate ‘the master of glass’ by David DeDecker Staff Writer Students in Elisha Hatton’s art classes at Delton Kellogg Middle School accepted her challenge to study and imitate glass sculptor Dale Chihuly’s world famous glass chandeliers. They completed the challenge over a three-week period. According to his website, “Dale Chihuly’s practice of putting together teams of artists with exceptional glassblowing skills has led to the development of complex, multi-part sculptures of beauty and scale. Influenced by an environment that fostered the blurring of boundaries separating all the arts, as early as 1967, Chihuly was using neon, argon and blown glass forms to create room-sized installations of organic, freestanding, plantlike imagery.” Hatton gathered students Megan Grimes, Lucas Neujahr, Christian Kapteyn, Morgan Champion, Carey Kruger and Kali Salisbury in the art room Nov. 2 to discuss their experience and the lessons learned. Before beginning the project, the classes watched a documentary video on Dale Chihuly. The students formed teams for each sculpture, similar to that depicted in the video. They brainstormed as a team how to conceptualize the sculpture project, deciding together what form and color scheme the piece would take. According to the students, the drawing and the finished sculpture were often different. The sculpture would evolve during the creation process, they said. Students (from left) Kali Salisbury, Brandon Cook, Lucas Neujahr, Harrison Payne, Joe Madden, a Meijer Garden employee and Brennan Foote (back) examine several glass shapes up close while at Meijer Gardens. Using empty water bottles, students had cut and molded the plastic into Chihuly-inspired shapes. They chose color palettes similar to Chihuly’s and spray painted the pieces. They constructed an armature from chicken wire and attached all the plastic, painted shapes to the wire in a way that emulated the master’s work. Some used wire and a heat gun to Young sculptors gathered in a hall at Delton Kellogg Middle School with Christian Kapteyn’s team’s Chihuly-styled chandelier include (from left) Lucas Neujahr, Megan Grimes, Kali Salisbury, Christian Kapteyn, Carey Kruger and Morgan Champion. 06730835 attach the shapes. Others experienced engineering setbacks, but compensated with fishing line. “Many kids were jealous they weren’t in the class, because they wanted to make one,” said one of the students. Several students commented on how they learned to create in teams and how to trust each other to complete a task as directed by the team. They learned that each sculpture Sculptor Dale Chihuly uses many different shapes and colors in his chandelier sculptures. Here the students used blue and purple as the main colors. Students in Elisha Hatton’s art classes gather for a group photo during a field trip to Frederik Meijer Gardens in Grand Rapids where they studied the glass sculptures of world-famous artist Dale Chihuly. Shown are (front row, from left) Samantha Weaver, Brandon Cook, Jacob Marshall, Kennedy Hoffman, Gillian Smith, Austin Tobias, Alex Forsyth, (second row) Sabrina Hyatt, Morgan Champion, Carey Kruger, Christian Kapteyn, Danny Gilbert, Troy Edwards, Grady Teunessen, Spencer Garrett Huizar, Joe Madden, (third row) Harrison Payne, Lucas Neujahr, Kali Salisbury, Megan Grimes, Matt Herzog, Sarah Reynolds, Casey Stanaszek, Nick Hard. (Fourth row L to R) Phillip Cardosa, Calob Montes, (back row) Broc Roberts, Rachel Hatfield, Tierney Lester, Hayden Kimbrue, Isabel Belew, Micheala Wachowski, Wade Jordan, Brennan Foote, Austin Smith, Claudia Anderson, Gillian Smith and teacher Elisha Hatton. goes through a series of work phases, and everyone depends on the other to do the job right, or the project just doesn’t work. “We would have a lot of people running back and forth saying what color to use.” said one student. The teams hung their finished chandeliers in the board of education meeting room for a presentation, and then moved them to the middle school cafeteria where the artwork is now on display. Students said many people have offered to buy the sculptures. The students, however, are keeping the pieces for further art shows throughout the year. Hatton said they hope to display the pieces outdoors at night, and light them in a manner consistent with Chihuly. As a field trip, the class went to Frederik Meijer Gardens in Grand Rapids which temporarily hosted many Chihuly installations throughout the property, inside and out. The students enjoyed the trip, saying some of the glass creations blended so well into nature, they needed a keen eye to spot the sculpture itself. Other students explained that some sculptures were so bright and beautiful, they could be seen from far away. Earlier this year, Hatton wrote a grant to the Calhoun Intermediate School System requesting funds to continue studies of Chihuly. Delton Kellogg recently was awarded the $1,000 mini-grant and will use the funds to create a Chihuly-like ceiling installation, sim- This student work pays homage to the colors of flame, which dominate some Chihuly work. ilar to the one at the Bellagio resort in Las Vegas. Fifth through eighth graders will be involved in creating the ceiling sculptures. Several students said they would absolutely make more sculptures, if allowed. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — Page 3 Leadership Barry County alumni bring music, laughter and talent by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Saturday, Nov. 6, began with brisk temperatures, but the more than 25 Youth Advisory Council members and friends at the 10th annual roofsit didn’t let the cold weather get them down. The event raised $4,000 for the Leadership Barry County endowment campaign. YAC members cheered those who donated, stopping at the scaffolding at the corner of Jefferson and State streets in Hastings from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., after which they went into the office at Second Hand Corners for the November meeting to vote on requests for funding for the grants YAC presents twice a year. The final hour of the roofsit, from 1 to 2 p.m., saw members of the Leadership Barry County board of directors trying to do as well as the YAC members had done. Later, members of the alumni group of the more than 300 who have taken Leadership Barry County, showed their talents in a show from 3 to 5 p.m. at Fall Creek restaurant in Hastings. Performing were musicians Frank Dawson, Fred Jacobs and retired judge Dick Shuster, John and Mike Bremer, Daemeon and Jennifer Richards, Emily Benningfield and Daniel Hayward, and Tom Evans, Mike Callton and Doug Acker. There was even a performance of “Raindance” by young performer Lucas Richards who has a few years to go to become a LBC alumnus. Acker, Evans and Callton played and sang Johnny Cash’s “Folsom Prison Blues” with Mike Bremer serves as master of ceremonies for the LBC talent show. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Fall Creek restaurant in Hastings is filled with Leadership Barry County alumni and friends for the Nov. 6 talent show. (Photo by Patricia Johns) YAC members, wrapped in blankets and wearing mittens, as they gather contributions Nov. 6 include Erin Hermenitt, Ben Myers, Laura McKeown, Erik Smendik, Bri Kilgore, Taylor Tripp, John Kalmink, Shannon Hamilton, Nick Peterson, Maggie Shuster, Rachael Kingsbury, Michael Shockley, Sara Olsen, Hannah Lamberg, Allison Brown,Maci Morehouse, Jenna Whitaker, Amy Finkbeiner, Tom Peurach, John Poholski, Sara Densberger, James Vannette, Jared Buckland, Matt Johnson, Carley Dole, Katy Kesler, Joey Longstreet, Nicole Rybiski, Meghan Van Zyl, Tim Hall and Dallas Swinehart. Supervising the YAC members were director Jennifer Richards with advisors Karen Heath and Megan Davis. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Musician Frank Dawson brings a rock infusion to the LBC talent show Nov. 6. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Callton bringing on the harmonica riffs. Jacobs and Shuster had everyone laughing with their changes to “Que Sera, Sera,” a serious “Edelweiss” and a heartfelt “Danny Boy.” Benningfield and Hayward took to the stage with “Hallelujah” and “Glitter in the Air.” Benningfield was YAC president in 2007 and is a LBC alumna. Musician Frank Dawson performed REM’s “Everybody Hurts” and an original piece, “All I Want to Sing.” Laughter returned during both the Bremers’ “Who’s on First” and the Richards’ update using computer jargon. YAC Advisor and LBC Director Jennifer Richards encouraged alumni to mark their calendars for the opening 2011 Leadership Barry County dinner on Friday, Jan. 14, when they can meet the new class. Callton, who becomes the state representative for the area, replacing Brian Calley, in January, said he has already marked his calendar to be able to meet with the members of the 2011 class when they visit Lansing Feb. 23. Information on the 2011 Leadership Barry County class is available by calling Richards at 269-945-0526. Anyone who would like to add to this year’s campaign may send contributions made out to “BCF-YAC Roofsit” to Barry Community Foundation, 629 W. State St. Hastings 49058. Fred Jacobs and Dick Shuster perform three songs during the LBC talent show Nov. 6 at Fall Creek restaurant. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Sharing soulful tunes at the talent show are Daniel Hayward and Emily Benningfield. (Photo by Patricia Johns) K Hastings City Bank n ’ i p e e ! l a c o l it Barry County’s only local bank has a friendly, knowledgeable staff ready to help you find the products and services that meet your needs. Ask us about our totally free checking account! Our quick switch kit will have you transferring your accounts in no time. Call or stop in today to discover the Hastings City Bank difference! We want to be your bank! 06731004 The first performers at the Leadership Barry County talent show were (from left) Doug Acker, Tom Evans and Mike Callton who sang “Folsom Prison Blues.” (Photo by Patricia Johns) 1-888-422-2280 �Page 4 — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Veterans Day is a reminder to thank those who fight for our freedoms It’s time for common sense and loyalty to the voters To the editor: Nov. 2 has gone by, and the citizens spoke through their freedom to vote. Now it’s time for the people in Congress and the state level to begin the process of making sure any new business that is enacted is in the best interest of those voters who allowed you to represent us in the very important job of running the state and national governments. It’s time for politicians to create the ways of running the U.S. government and forget the special-interest lobbies and go back to the words they used to get that job on the campaign trail. Nov. 18, President Obama has called for a bipartisan meeting at the White House. I hope this session is a real, true working session and not a political stunt. It’s not time to call all of the world leaders and the power brokers up to make sure the correct message is given to those new legislators. Tax-paying American citizens voted for correct reforms and for a sound financial strategy to put in place to keep this country in the proper direction. Campaign promises in 2010 will be etched in granite. Promises made on the campaign trail had better be the credo of any future action in Washington and in Lansing. So many times when those politicians go behind closed chamber doors, the normal voter becomes a distant memory. These next two years will be very huge. Are our leaders ready to commit to doing the right job of governing or just business as usual? We, the voters, brought them into this job and we can vote them out; they must decide who is important – the power elite, special interests or the American voter. They should not enact laws just to keep their seats. Our leaders need to take the proper path to cut government and reduce the financial stress. No more foolish waste of our hard-earned money from tax revenues. The state of Michigan has many areas in need of help. So leaders can’t just consider the Detroit area as needing financial help. Voters across this state will be watching this progress, and Michigan legislators in Washington had better be mindful that Michigan voters want the proper political action taken in all matters that deal with government. From Copper Harbor down to Union Pier and Sault St. Marie to Luna Pier, true Michigan citizens are very tired of being taken for granted. Michigan needs change and wants its leaders to make the proper decisions. Let’s make Michigan the shining star for smart fiscal decisions so that it will carry over to other states and even to Washington. Our founding fathers planned that all laws would represent all of the people, not just special-interest groups. It’s time to balance all budgets when spending any future tax revenue. Cuts need to be made across the board. It’s time to freeze administrative staffs, sell off unused governmental properties and demand any new government projects be opened up to all bidders to keep costs down. Also, cut pork projects in half and vote for the line-item veto to stop wasting any more citizens’ money. It’s time to reduce government product inventories to a just-in-time basis. I think it’s time to investigate a flat tax for all tax-paying American citizens. In short, now that candidates have been put in position of representing voters, they need to use more common sense and treat their bosses (the voters) with care. Every past generation fought to keep this nation free from losing our position in the world. The world’s power groups want us to go down, so it’s up to our leaders to make sure the traditional American workers have the right to expect their government to work very hard for them. Remember that 2012 is right around the bend, and do not take us lightly or then jobs will be eliminated quickly. The quality of life for appointed politicians rests on their voting decisions. They have allowed Americans to lose their paychecks because of programs like NAFTA, which created a policy that favored the deportation of many traditional jobs to overseas companies because of tax breaks to the American companies to shut down brick-andmortar plants and have presence in those Asian countries. It’s time for Snyder and Obama to forget their political party power agendas and put this state and this nation first when doing their jobs, or it’s the job of the American voters to find someone else to do the work correctly. The American worker has been forgotten and taken far too lightly. The tax-paying American citizen is fed up with the policy of always raising the tax rate to bring in more tax revenue and not creating policies to bring in more revenue through traditional jobs. So, to the next Michigan governor Rick Snyder and to President Barack Obama, the traditional card-carrying American tax-paying citizens want to voice their opinions for a 30-day across-the-board spending freeze, reducing the state and national government by five percent. It’s a mandate to the voters who elected you. The nation needs more governing common sense and smart policies that will keep this great republic from going down and have to declare bankruptcy for lack of tax revenue. Also, a final word from the senior citizens in this great country, we work hard in our time to have no worries after we retire, so why do we have to stress out to make sure this nation’s policies keep us worry-free or do you even want us around? The Silent Majority has an agenda, too. Stephen Jacobs, Hastings Let us process your COLOR FILM... Quickly! PRINTING PLUS at J-Ad Graphics North of Hastings on M-43 Today, as we celebrate Veterans Day, we should try to set some time during our day to think about the sacrifices so many others made in order for us to enjoy all the freedoms we enjoy. We’re reminded every time veterans put on their uniforms and march or take part in some special events commemorating their service to our nation. But think about the impact the loss of a family member has on parents, spouses, children and friends. Our servicemen pay a huge price to serve as the world’s policemen. According to a report released by Global Network, “The U.S. presently spends more on its military than the rest of the world combined — and nearly 10 times more than the No. 2 nation, China. In recent years, Congressional leaders have debated military spending and a possible shift in priorities from fighting conventional wars to the continued threats our country faces from insurgent wars. In the Nov. 6 Reminder, you will find a story about former Hastings superintendent Dick Guenther who served in the U.S. Marines from 1942 to 1946. He fought in some of the most familiar battles of World War II and returned to begin a career in education. His is but one story of thousands that could be told from our service people who were blessed to return home. So many others made the ultimate sacrifice for their country which is why President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed Nov. 11 as the first Armistice Day with the following words: “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in their country’s service with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of nations.” Barry County also has a rich history of supporting the country when the need arose. The Banner files filled with stories of people who served, many giving their lives. Nearly every week, another Barry County veteran dies. We’re running out of chances to thank them, especially those who served in World War II or Korea. So let’s make a point to thank a veteran today; if not today, then this week. We received the following essay from Dr. Mark W. Hendrickson, an adjunct faculty member, economist and contributing scholar with The Center for Vision and Values at Grove City College in Pennsylvania. The poignant account of a simple, yet memorable, encounter can serve as a reminder to all of us that it is not necessarily what we say to show appreciation to our veterans, but that we simply remember to thank them. ‘Thank you for your service’ — A Veterans Day memory by Dr. Mark W. Hendrickson We Americans tend to look forward to the various holidays on the calendar. Sometimes we pause to ponder the meaning of these commemorative days; often we do not. Perhaps in your own experience you can recall a Thanksgiving, an Easter, or an Independence Day when something happened that brought home to you the true meaning of the holiday. So it was with me Nov. 11, 1987. That is when Veterans Day became special to me. Snow, the first of the season, was falling heavily as I drove to Grove City to see the Vietnam War film, “Hamburger Hill,” at the Guthrie Theater. The roads were getting slick; consequently the traffic was unusually light as most people prudently stayed home. Indeed, there were only five of us scattered about the theater. “Hamburger Hill” is a slice-of-life Vietnam War movie. It alternates between intense battle scenes, in which American infantrymen fought Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics, Inc. Time would be better spent on public issues To the editor: Fall and winter are wonderful times to hike along the old railroad lines to visit the many railroad bridges in Barry County. The leaves that obscured the bridges from view have fallen, and the bridges can now be easily seen if you know where to look. There is a particularly interesting one on the rail property the City of Hastings bought years ago, from the city to the airport. It can be seen from M-37 just north of the Heath Road intersection. One that is very close to the road is just west of Morgan Crossing on the south side of Thornapple Lake. That is on property owned by Barry County. That rail line used to run all the way through Barry County, intersecting the CK&S at the site of the new library. Unfortunately, access to these bridges has been denied the public, in spite of public funding, by a few selfish individuals, and the Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. against an almost invisible enemy in a dense, steamy jungle, and vignettes of soldiers’ non-combat life, where the enemies were boredom and homesickness. Unlike the Vietnam War movies favored by the critics, “Hamburger Hill” was non-ideological. It portrayed rather than preached. It showed the harsh, harrowing existence of a platoon of young men shedding blood, sweat and tears to take control of one particular hill for some unspecified military objective in a war with an unclear political objective. At the end of this sober, unpretentious movie, I walked to the back of the cinema, and paused to read the credits. I wasn’t alone. Next to me was a man about my age, sitting in a wheelchair. In the flickering light bouncing off the screen, I could see that he was bearded, stocky — and legless. It didn’t take a Sherlock Holmes to figure out where he had lost his legs. “Did you think the movie’s portrayal was accurate?” I ventured to ask. “Yep, that’s exactly what it was like over there.” I marveled at how courageous this man was to have sat through such a vivid portrayal of the horrors he had lived through. After the credits ended, we headed out of the cinema together. We continued to chat as he wheeled himself down the sidewalk. I admired his lack of bitterness, his freedom from self-pity. A flood of other thoughts churned inside me. I thought of my wife’s cousin, who had written home from Vietnam, saying that the war could be over in two months if only the politicians would remove the shackles from our military and let them win — Paul’s last message home before his remains were shipped home to a family whose grief was compounded by the sense that his passing had been for naught. I remembered, with revulsion, how some of my contemporaries had become so consumed with anger and self-righteous that they scorned and ostracized GIs returning from Vietnam rather than welcoming them home. I felt pangs of guilt about how, through some inscrutable decree of fate, the man beside me had been plucked from his loved ones and dropped into hell, while I stayed home and got to go out on dates and watch the World Series. As we came to his customized car, with its “Disabled Veteran” license plate, I wanted so much to find a way to acknowledge the sacrifice he had made. What could I possibly say to this man? Finally, with my heart pounding, worried that I might not say the right thing, I offered him my hand and said simply, “Thank you for your service to our country.” His face lit up. He was positively beaming as he gripped my hand firmly, looked up at me, and spoke words that I’ll never forget: “You know,” he said with genuine gratitude, “that’s only the third time that somebody has ever said anything like that to me.” We parted then. I haven’t seen him since. But I carry the memory of his smile with me. This man touched my heart and transformed Veterans Day from just another federal holiday when government offices are closed to an annual heartfelt remembrance of how blessed we Americans are to have such countrymen. Wherever you are, my friend, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. And to all the rest of you veterans, and those of you on active duty, thank you, too. We are forever in your debt. ~~~~~~~~ focus of local government on other issues. County commissioners have lost the ability to focus on any issues by eliminating the standing committee structure. Trail development will probably no longer get on the agenda. The city council seems focused on legislating morality and duplicating the silly effort to enforce prohibition that merely strengthens illegitimate distribution of addictive and hazardous drugs. History shows that fortunes were made when the failed attempt to prohibit alcohol was legislated. Alcohol still remains the most addictive and socially destructive drug in the U.S., followed closely by readily available tobacco products. Cities that have legislated against alcohol merely caused people to drink and drive from alcohol dispensaries beyond the city limits. The same will result from the irrational ban on medical marijuana dispensaries. There will be no reduc- What would draw more voters? tion in the usage of this substance caused by this ordinance. It is a known fact that the Reagan-inspired crackdown on Mexican-grown low-quality marijuana spawned a thriving industry of “made in America” advances in home-grown marijuana and hashish that spurred botanical improvements that are admired worldwide. It was a great multi-million-dollar “jobs” program. Experts predict that these local cut-andpaste ordinances will be a boon to attorneys since litigation will be rampant. It would seem to me that we could spend our litigation money better to reclaim the public property and advocating for trail development. Tom Wilkinson, Hastings The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Although at 49 percent, Barry County had a somewhat higher percentage of registered voters cast ballots in the Nov. 2 general election than the state average of 44 percent, the figures show that still less than half of those registered to vote did so last week. What do you think is the best way to get more voters to cast ballots in elections? Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Bannon Backhus Patricia Johns Amy Jo Kinyon Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Bob Bouchey, Hastings: “Stop the negative advertising.” Carole Reiser, Woodland: “There are so many misleading negative ads before the election, I think people are just fed up with the process and tune it out.” Charles Herbst, Hastings: “Get a better candidate.” Dee Manshum, Woodland: “The process of voting needs to be taught as a civic duty. When I grew up, it was drilled in us; voting was something you did.” Dennis White, Hastings: “I’ve always thought it should be on Saturdays. We should also have more write-in votes and expand the age group from 60 to 50, along with making it a two- day process.” Fred Ulrich, Hastings: “Offer some kind of incentive.” Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Rose Heaton Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — Page 5 Next lieutenant governor stops by business summit ‘Little Women’ is first production on new stage at TKHS The play “Little Women” will fill the stage at the new Thornapple Kellogg High School Fine Arts Center. Performances begin at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 12 and 13. Tickets are available at the door. Pictured are (front row, from left) Camille Irvine, Lauren Sweers, Ciera Ward, Laura McKeown, Marissa Kurr, Yvonne Ogrodzinski, Amber Miller (middle) Morgan VanPutten, Lindsay Genther, Alexis Ogrodzinski, Chanson Cousineau, Taylor Sheehan, Jackie Pitman, Jen Evans (back) Lauren Borrink, Ben Willshire, Audrey Meads, Erik Smendik, Jason Martin, Bailey Smith, Cade Bowman and Travis Tolan. (Photo by Patricia Johns) City receives $10,000 rural arts grant by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The City of Hastings was recently notified that it will be awarded a $10,000 rural arts grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. The grant, along with $15,000 earmarked by the Hastings Downtown Development Authority and the commission from sculptures purchased and donated to the city during this year’s Midwest Sculpture Initiative will be used to fund the 2011 exhibit. “Together, this partnership will stimulate the investment of over $32,000 in support of the arts and culture community while creating community access to the fine arts, not for just a year but for a lifetime considering how the citizens have embraced the program through their personal contributions and permanent public display of a number of existing sculptures,” said Hastings Community Development Director John Hart. Commission from the two sculptures purchased at the 2010 exhibit will be used to create streetscape elements for the permanent display of the donated sculptures. Recently contributed sculptures include: “Summer Solstice” donated by Richard and Donna Tobias; “Avian Ascent” donated by the Decamp family in recognition of the 50th anniversary of their company, FlexFab LLC; and “A Dream Takes Flight” donated by Louis Padnos Iron and Metal Company. The first annual downtown sculpture exhibit, installed in April of this year, included 16 sculptures; 11 through the Midwest Sculpture Initiative, three (“Bookish Butterfly,” “Friendly Frog” and “Dancing Dragonfly”) purchased and donated to the Hastings Public Library by the Friends of the Library and the Thornapple Garden Club; “Reflective Moments, ”a bronze sculpture by local artist Ruth Gee donated to the City of Hastings by Thomas L. Johnson and the Downtown Development Authority, and “Storm,” donated by Emily and Dave Jasperse and Bosley Pharmacy. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Two days after the election, Lt. Gov.-elect Brian Calley stopped by the Nov. 4 business summit sponsored by the Barry County Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development Alliance at the Barry Expo Center. “There’s a rock star in the house,” said Valerie Byrnes, Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Alliance director, as Calley took the podium. Calley has represented the 87th District, which includes all of Barry and most of Ionia counties, for the past four years. In August, after Calley had won the primary election for a bid for the 33rd Senate district, he was named running mate for Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Snyder. “What a year it has been,” Calley told the crowd of more than 150 Thursday. “I met Rick Snyder a little more than a year ago when I was running for the state senate. I was quite surprised when he asked me to become his lieutenant governor. I have never looked back. It has been an exciting time leading up to winning the election this past Tuesday.” He told the group that Gov.-elect Snyder and his team will have to lead with problemsolving and create an economic vision of the future. The state is going have to come up with specific plans and goals, said Calley, adding that he expects a high level of support from a wide coalition. He added that solving Michigan’s problems is not impossible. Snyder, he said, wants to change the culture of state government. “We need to get away from the win/lose mentality that puts the east side of the state against the west, focuses on racial and ethnic difference, and we can no longer be a sliceand dice-state,” Calley said. “We are going to do this a different way. We will treat everyone with respect, whether people are from Houghton, Marquette, Niles or even downtown Detroit.” Calley said that since the election, he has heard from residents who said they are tired of fighting with no results. He said that the budget situation is difficult, but that the new team will be looking at measurable and tangible outcomes. They will not use a cookie-cutter approach. He added that the next governor is a man with a love for service, and that his management approach will be good for the state. Calley emphasized that he was not selected as lieutenant governor by Snyder for political reasons. “There are only about 6,000 voters in Portland Michigan,” he said. He closed his talk saying, “This is going to be a challenge. It will be exciting and even a bit of fun.” 77551325 Thanksgiving Deadline Display Ads, Classified & Legals Tuesday, Nov. 23 at Noon Countersales Available on Wednesday, Nov. 24 “A Dream Takes Flight,” donated by Louis Padnos Iron and Metal Company, will be installed for permanent in display in Hastings during 2011. Living with elections still requires sanity To the editor: It is a week after the last election cycle. I made a choice this year to studiously avoid local media, for the political commercials and ads only work me up, and my doctor has said I should watch my blood pressure. And yet, I couldn’t completely shut them all out – I saw them as bumpers around the local TV weather reports, and of course I received many direct-mail pieces. The ads that did filter through to me impressed me as showing two distinct, incompatible views of life in 2010. One view held that there were people in power who had dark, sinister agendas which, if given the chance, would enslave my neighborhood. The other view held that there were good, decent people with bright, shining families who would, at my request, benevolently take over and set things right. That these two extreme views exist did not surprise me. Much has been said in recent years about the movement of people in power to take extreme positions – some diametrically opposing their political opponents. In my opinion (and I am no expert), these slides to the right and left strike me as almost pathological (involving, caused by or of the nature of a physical or mental disease). In fact, I Lt. Gov.-elect Brian Calley (center) stopped by the Nov. 4 business summit at the Barry Expo Center. Here, he shakes hands with Fred Jacobs, chair of the Alliance. (Photo by Patricia Johns) IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV think it would be fair to say that, at times, it seems that political parties (and, by extension, their local minions) have been taken over by the lunatic fringe. To be more charitable, each political side needs to push its own aspirations, its own self-serving narratives, so it can stand for something. To be less charitable, each side wants to confuse the public long enough to rob them of their money, their hopes, their domains. As a middle view, when people try to sell you something – trying to bring you into their narrative – and use sleight-of-hand to sell it, hold on to your wallets and as much of your self-dignity as possible. Of myself, I am not immune to seeing the dark side of life. Recently, I was unemployed for six months. I’ve been unemployed in the past for much longer times, and I know people who are chronically unemployed. I have to drive to Detroit three days a week for work now, and adjusted for inflation, I am making what I made 20 years ago. I’m lucky to have a job. I can put food on the table, pay my bills (most of the time) and have a good supportive family who pulls together when times are tough. Cynicism and righteousness can both be traps. There is always going to be an undercurrent of fear in my daily life, but there is also a current of joy and contentment. And, as much as possible, I am not going to be swayed by the world. Mark Ramsey Hastings 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings, MI 49058 269-945-9554 06730833 �Page 6 — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Public invited to learn about ‘Women at Risk’ during missions conference by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Sixty churches and all interested people have been invited to attend a special session of the Missions Conference at Hastings Baptist Church because that’s how strongly leaders want to get the message out about “Women at Risk International.” Pamela Miller, Women at Risk board member, and Jennifer DeKryger, of Women’s Ministries in Togo, West Africa, will speak at a 10:30 a.m. Ladies Tea Saturday, Nov. 13 at the church, located at 309 E. Woodlawn Ave. Miller, an American, grew up in Bangladesh where her father and another man started a hospital. (Other events are scheduled at the church on Sunday too.) Women at Risk, based in Grand Rapids, offers safe houses to rescue women from sexual trafficking and provides job training, women’s centers to teach girls and orphans job skills and provide medical support, plus various kinds of sponsorship, economic development and research to assist women Worship Together… 77551115 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music; Josh Maurer, Youth Pastor. Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for all ages,10:30 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service, Jr. & Sr. High Groups. Wednesday, Family Night 6:30 p.m., Awana, Bible Study, Praise and Prayer. Call Church Office 948-8004 for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http:// trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are MondayThursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Sunday School for PreK-2nd and 3rd-5th and Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. New Series... 40 Days of Love... beginning October 10th! LIFEGATE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting in the community room of Commercial Bank, 629 W. State Street, Hastings, MI. Pastor Scott Price. Phone: 269-948-0900. Website: www.lifegatecc.com. P.O. Box 273, Hastings, MI 49058. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Wednesday life group 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-731-5194 or -517852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH 25th Sunday after Pentecost, Nov. 14 - Worship 8:00 & 10:45 a.m.; Sunday School 9:30. Noisy Offering for Love, Inc. Evangelism Committee 12:15. Men’s and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. Pastor Amy Luckey. http://www.discovergrace.org FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 405 N. M-37, Hastings, MI 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services: 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group; 7 p.m. Jenny and Friends Concert in the Sanctuary. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 9 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 11:30 a.m. Women’s Lunch Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Chancel Choir Practice; 7:30 Cantata Rehearsal. Friday - 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 10,000 Villages Sale. Saturday - 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 10,000 Villages Sale; 10 a.m. Praise Team. Monday - 5 p.m. Pickleball; Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study. Wednesday - 12 p.m. newsletter Deadline Dec/Jan Edition; 5 p.m. Pickleball. 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Apply at any branch office location; online at Laketrust.jobs; fax your resume to 517.267.7009; email jobs@Laketrust.org; or mail to the address below. No phone calls please. Lake Trust Credit Union HR Dept HRB-0910 501 S. Capitol Avenue Lansing, MI 48933-2320 Lake Trust Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer 77549877 102 Cook Hastings and girls to become agents of change here and abroad. The statistics provided by Women at Risk are shocking: 800,000 people are illegally trafficked against their will every year and 50 percent of them are children; 70 percent are sold into sexual slavery, according to the U.S. State Department. And the FBI reports that human trafficking is the fastest growing segment of organized crime and that 100,000 are trafficked inside America. The United Nations Secretary General reports that 114 to 200 million women are “demographically missing due to infanticide, dowry deaths, domestic violence and all manner of risk.” Michigan is not immune. The Michigan Women’s Commission, based in Lansing, reports in its fall newsletter, “Michigan Women,” that Michigan ranks 13th in the nation for “its quantity of sex trafficking victims. It is suspected that Michigan is a high trafficking point for international trafficking because of its close borders with Canada. “In August 2010, 159 adolescent Michigan girls were found to be victims of commercial sexual exploitation, which is also known as sex trafficking,” according to the “Michigan Women” publication. “This calculated number has increased from previous counts that had been taken earlier in the years. The independent research firm Schapiro Group, commissioned by the Women’s Funding Network for the Michigan Women’s Foundation, calculated 141 victims of sex trafficking in May and 117 in February 2010. Sex trafficking has been becoming a serious issue for Michigan. Child sex trafficking is a form of modern day slavery ...” Stories of how Women at Risk have rescued women and girls all over the world and given them new life through Christ’s love will be shared at the Baptist church’s conference. Those who attend also will have an opportunity to purchase jewelry, purses, clothing and Christmas gifts made by rescued women to help them to be self-supporting. Some of the rescued women have become lawyers and doctors, said Missions Team member Janet Conklin. “They even have a sewing school that they just opened ... They have a cake decorating school and bakery.” The goals and passions of Women at Risk International are “to give voice to the silenced cries of women of the world who flow through our projects, creating circles of protection in the name of Christ,” according to a Women at Risk brochure. “We offer a safe place to turn crisis into a story of hope by wrapping arms of love and whispering the message of worth. There is no greater joy than to see a woman or child rescued, restored and empowered to support herself with dignity. Across the neighborhood or ocean, we unite and educate women to provide protection and hope through culturally sensitive value-added interventions.” Hastings Baptist Church’s 2010 Mission Conference has the theme of “Opening Doors, Touching Hearts,” based on the Bible verse in First Corinthians 16:9 – “A door has opened wide for me to do some good work here ...” All are welcome to attend the events. This coming weekend, in addition to the Ladies Tea, missionaries to Togo, West Africa, Todd and Jennifer DeKryger, will speak to seventh through twelfth graders and the adult ABF classes during the Sunday School time, starting at 9:15 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 14. Todd DeKryger also will be the guest speaker at the 10:30 a.m. worship service and will give a report and update at the 6 p.m. service Sunday, Nov. 14. The DeKrygers, who grew up in Kalamazoo, are involved in medical missions evangelism in Togo. “We feel privileged to be a part of His desire to see the people of Togo come to know Him as their personal Savior,” they said in a letter to the church. To prepare for the Mission Conference, youth at the church have decorated doors and windows throughout the building to coincide with the theme of “Opening Doors, Touching Hearts.” In anticipation of the Mission Conference, youth at Hastings Baptist Church have decorated doors and windows throughout the building to coincide with the theme of “Opening Doors, Touching Hearts.” Here, Bill Wetzel, chairman of the church’s Mission Team, shows one of the special door “props” decorated for the event. Area Obituaries Dwight Lynn Hoffman David Carl Kietzmann HASTINGS, MI – Dwight Lynn Hoffman, age 51, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at home with loved ones by his side, on Friday, November 5, 2010. Dwight was born in Hastings on January 18, 1959. He was the fifth of six children born to Darrell J. Hoffman and Barbara R. (Allen) Hoffman. He attended Hastings area schools and later received his GED. Dwight mastered many things in his life but mostly enjoyed being a truck driver and doing mechanic work. He was an accomplished musician and was widely known for his singing and music talents. Dwight was married to Melinda (Hokanson), mother of Brandon. He was married to Bonnie (Clouse), mother of Amanda, until her death. On April 4, 1987, Dwight married Gail (Warren), mother of Crystal. Dwight was preceded in death by his father, Darrell J. Hoffman; maternal grandparents; paternal grandparents; and stepsons, Albert Warren, Jr. and David Clouse. He is survived by Gail, his wife of 23 years; son, Brandon (Kelli) Hoffman; daughters, Amanda Hoffman and Crystal Hoffman; stepchildren, Chuck Warren, Cliff Clouse, Valory (Randy) Rice, Jim (Diane) Clouse and Stephanie (Tim) Wieczorkowski; granddaughters, Michael and Rylee Hamp; grandson, Anthony Warren; nine step-grandchildren and three step-great-grandchildren; mother, Barbara Hoffman; sisters, Debby Baker, Mickey Harvath and Brenda Hoffman; brothers, Darrell Hoffman and Robert Hoffman; nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and many friends. A memorial service was held at Thornapple Valley Church in Hastings on Wednesday, November 10, 2010 at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family. Arrangements by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (www.girrbachfuneralhome.net) HASTINGS, MI – David Carl Kietzmann, age 74, of Hastings, passed away Thursday, November 4, 2010 at Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids. He was born November 1, 1936 in Ludington, the son of Herman and Eleanor (Schoenherr) Kietzmann. Dave graduated from Ludington High School. He received his BA in journalism in 1958 from Michigan State, teaching certificate in 1959 and master's degree in secondary school administration in 1969. Dave also took classes from Reed College, Portland, OR, Ferris State, Western Michigan, KCC and Grand Valley State universities. He worked as a social studies teacher at Grant (MI) High School 1959-1961 and Hastings (MI) High School 1961-1990. After retiring from teaching, he worked as a real estate agent. Dave married Freddy (Hauser) Kruko on October 4, 1997. He was previously married to Janice Hall. Dave grew up in Ludington. Family was a priority and always came first. He unselfishly gave of his time and skills to help others in need. Dave enjoyed running, biking, hiking, cross country skiing, working and enjoying the tree farm and spending time in Ludington. He served on the board of directors for the Barry Conservation District. Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Eleanor (Schoenherr) Kietzmann. He is survived by his wife of 13 years, Freddy; two stepdaughters; Cris Kruko (Greg Heniser), Dana (Tim) Hall; grandchildren, Riley McLean, Theron Heniser, Wesley Heniser, Katie Hall and Teague Hall. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Conservation District. A memorial service was held at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings on Tuesday, November 9, 2010. Pastor Richard Moore officiated. Arrangements by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (girrbachfuneralhome.net). ��Page 8 — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa By Elaine Garlock Today was a busy day. There is a reception at Koops Chapel for retiring Gary Byma and wife Beth and introduction of former employee Roger Geiger as the new funeral director at the Lake Odessa location of Cook Funeral Chapels. This is from 2 to 4 p.m. Tonight is the monthly meeting of the Lake Odessa Area Historical Society at 7 p.m. at the Freight House, with the annual memory tree program. Visitors and guests are invited. Tonight also will be the recognition of Don Eckman as recipient of the French Medal of Honor, rank of chevalier, for his World War II efforts. The public is invited. The Veterans of Foreign Wars are sponsors. The Ionia County Genealogical Society meets Saturday, Nov. 13, at 1 p.m. at the Freight House. The speaker will give instructions on proper storing of digital photography. The library will be open until 5 p.m. Guests are always welcome. Gradual change is taking place at Lake Manor Apartments on Emerson Street. All the windows, doors and siding are being replaced. The units have been occupied at least 30 years and were in need of updating. Originally, the units were designated for use by senior citizens only. However that changed when it was deemed that low income included the young as well. The Commission on Aging has provided hot meals there for the benefit of residents and others who chose to HARMONY. MADE BY HAND.™ Country Chapel’s Annual FAIR TRADE TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES join them. The number of days has gradually been reduced. With the election of Rick Snyder as Michigan’s next governor and Brian Calley as lieutenant governor, many residents of Ionia and Barry counties can say, “I knew him when...” Calley and Mike Callton of Nashville have shared their musical talents with many groups in both counties. Usually, Calley is on keyboard and Callton plays the harmonica, and they both sing. Who knows? Maybe they can entertain in Lansing if and when the House and Senate meet in joint session. Striping has been done on Jordan Lake Avenue, along with double yellow lines on Fourth Avenue in the business block and also on the approach to Tupper Lake Street. The many semi-trucks that daily exit Twin City Foods will have trouble abiding by that restriction. The Tri-River Museum group will meet Tuesday, Nov. 16, at 10 a.m. at the Blanchard House in Ionia. This is the time for the annual tea hosted by the Ionia County Historical Society. Reservations are recommended. The Ionia chapter of retired school personnel will meet Nov. 18 at the Ionia County Intermediate School office on Harwood Road. Make reservations with Karen Merchant of Ionia. The quarterly newsletter of Friends of the Library has been distributed with a busy cal- endar of events listed through January. The Friends will host a sale of used books during Christmas Round the Town Nov. 26 and 27. Another event for this week is family game day Nov. 13. Nov. 16 marks the final day of Knitting Yarns for 2010. Last Saturday’s library event was well attended with dozens of ladies present for a literary tea. A tiered cake plate at each table was filled with dainty sandwiches, scones and fruit. Each lady was invited to bring her own teacup and saucer. A special combination of flavored teas was served by members of the Friends of the Library. Guests sipped and supped as Heidi Reed spoke to the group about coming events and plans for library expansion. Shirley McMillen also spoke as one of the five presenters who went table to table giving a preview of new recommended books for reading pleasure. There were door prizes with book themes. It was a delightful afternoon. A hard-working crew, under the direction of Marian Durkee, prepared and served a turkey dinner, an annual custom, to members of Central United Methodist Church Nov. 4. The food was prepared on site except for pies which were brought by volunteer members. The meal opened with a salad bar and was followed by turkey and gravy, potatoes, squash, and rolls. Following the meal, the pastor led in singing a group of hymns suitable to the season. Six turkeys were used for feeding the crowd. Alan Goodemoot is the turkey expert. Other seasoned cooks worked on their specialties. The last dish was washed by 8 p.m. The Lake Odessa Area Historical Society hosted an elegant dinner Friday to a group of invited guests. This meal was served in courses by waiters at tables laid with China, silver and sparkling glassware. By popular demand, dill pickle soup was again served, a repeat from a few years ago. Women of the Central United Methodist Church met Monday afternoon with three vis- PORK AND DRESSING DINNER CONNECTIONS Your purchase of exquisite gifts, home decor, jewelry and accessories brings hope and new possiblitites to artisans and their communities. Country Chapel UMC will host it’s annual pork and dressing dinner on Ten Thousand Villages provides fair income to the Third World artists and craft people by marketing their handicrafts. Saturday, Nov. 13th Come join the fun and start your Christmas Shopping Friday, Nov. 12, 9am-6pm & Sat. Nov. 13 9am-2pm Dinner will be from 4-7 pm The event will take place at County Chapel 9275 S. M-37, Dowling, MI Proceeds will be donated to Love Inc. and The Soup Kitchen Phone: 269-721-8077 Tickets are $8.00 for adults, $4.00 for children 6-12 years of age, children under 5 years of age are free. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Fellowship Hall 405 N. m-37 Hwy. New Location Hastings, MI The Women of Mission will also be having a bake sale. Please join us for this delicious and enjoyable event. 77551415 06730763 ® SUSAN HUSTWICK IS A RETIRED R.N. WHO SERVED BARRY COUNTY FOR 21 YEARS, AND RESIDES IN HASTINGS. SHE RECENTLY WON AN ON-LINE WRITING CONTEST WITH HER PAPER, “WHAT 9-11 HAS MEANT TO ME”. The You can find her as a contributor to www.drscoundrels.com, an on-line conservative website, published by Rich Hilts of Roanoke, VA Open Letter to the New Members of Congress: I congratulate you all on your victory. I have been with you every step of the way on your road to success. Mostly, on the sidelines, as your cheerleader. Other times with letter writing, yard signs, donating, attending rallies, and blogging. Now that your victory has been secured, let us talk about your responsibilities to your constituents. 77543076 1. Power is a very seducing drug. Do not let your success be tainted with the all-encompassing feeling of authority. Remember, you still work for us. 2. Don’t forget a single promise you have made. If you ran on a platform of lowering taxes, do all in your power to accomplish it. If you promised to help repeal the health care law, it is your duty to try. If you promised to reduce spending, no matter how painful, you must. If illegal immigration is your cause, champion it with vigor and seal our borders. Remember, you still work for us. Shopping Trip to the 3. At all times, remember our Divinely-Inspired Constitution. Hold it close to your hearts and reference all laws from IT. Remember, you still work for us. 4. We are a diverse and complex nation with many peoples. Treat all citizens equally. Slight no one. Remember, you still work for us. 5. Honor this nation and our laws. Bring no shame upon your office or this great land. If you do, you will not return to your post come the next election. Remember, you still work for us. 6. We are a citizen government. This is a calling, not a profession. I don’t expect you to stay and then pass then on to your son or daughter after 40 years of service. Remember, you still work for us. 7. Be transparent. Let all things be known that We The People need to know. Let us know why you voted the way you did on the legislation before you. Do not make “deals,” do not play “quid pro quo.” Do all things for the good of all people. Do not presume to know that you know best what our needs are. You must ask. Remember, you still work for us. 8. Finally, take responsibility for all your actions. Blame no one for your deeds. Be accountable. Remember, you still work for us. Sponsored by the Hastings Senior Parents Proceeds go to the senior post graduation party. One thing I can promise you is my undivided attention to what is happening. Until recently, I have been asleep at the switch for too long. I have become complacent. I have not paid enough attention to the happenings on the local or national level. That has changed. As hard as I have been on the democrats and what they have been busy doing to this mighty nation, I shall be as hard on you or harder. Saturday, December 11th I will watch and report any misdoing, wrongful legislation, any slight or impropriety that occurs. If you do harm, I can promise you, you WILL NOT return to office after your term is up. I can also promise that the demise of the republican party will occur and the beginning of a new one will emerge. Sincerely yours, 06730966 Susan L. Hustwick 45.00 per person $ Reserve your seat by Nov. 22 by dropping payment at the high school or contacting Jill at 948-8160 or jillyvz@yahoo.com 07557988 My eyes will be upon you. I wish you luck and God-speed as you embark on this journey to do only those things necessary for the good of all Americans. Remember, you still work for us, the great people of this nation. Depart Hastings High School at 8:00 a.m. and return by 8:00 p.m. iting district officers present. Lansing district President Sue Balderson and Vice-President Arlene Stanton also of Hastings came as did the district treasurer from Lansing. The meeting included a presentation by Sue Balderson, the thanks offering service presented by Andrea Gentener, and election of officers for 2011. Members of the evening circle served refreshments. The next event will be a breakfast for members and their husbands in early December. At that time, the group will sign cards for shut-in members and also for several missionaries. Nov. 4 a gathering of Odessa Township officials and representatives of the chamber of commerce, historical society, VFW, the press and other entities was held at Lakeside Cemetery for the initial raising of the new township flag, the Michigan flag and the U.S. flag. Mark Doane, a board member, was the master of ceremonies which included a prayer, flag salute and raising of the three flags. A large sign and new floodlights now enhance the site. The 2010 Memorial Day service was held at this spot, a change from the Civil War statue used for several decades. SHELTER, continued from page 1 stand, by someone who was not a member of the sheriff’s department,” said Bremer. “If you wanted to change stuff and needed to do that, it shouldn’t have been done on your own, despite how you feel about how the animals were being treated, or not treated ...” Baker said the allegations against her were contrived. “I didn’t change anything that they weren’t aware of,” she said. “I did the best I could ... I have done nothing wrong. They have tried to create things; they orchestrated scenarios for me to walk into ... I did nothing wrong. They can pin nothing on me. I gave them no excuses ... I don’t care what you were told. You come to me and I will give you the whole story ...” Bremer said that Hubka, earlier in the meeting, had alleged Baker was asked not to return to the shelter. “That is not true; Dar [Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf] created a ban suddenly,” said Baker. Bremer said that while he applauds Baker’s passion for saving animals, he still felt she may have abused the authority she was given to put animals on the website. “I took pictures of the animals and put them on PetFinder, I am guilty for that,” said Baker. “I saved hundreds of animals that year because they got adopted instead of euthanized; I am guilty for that. If that is a crime, I am very guilty ...” “Those things certainly are not a crime as long as you have the authority of the Animal Control unit to put that stuff on their website,” said Bremer. “... And, I did,” said Baker. “Every week I went in there, there was nothing raised to my face. The staff talked badly about the sheriff ... they talk badly about everybody — that’s what they do ... I’m bigger than that ... I stay away from that ... It has nothing to do with me and how I performed ... I have been abused and attacked by people in this community for no valid reason ...” “I understand there is nothing criminal here,” said Commissioner Don Nevins. “There is going to be 12 people on this board, and I think people can be controlled because people are going to be watching other people ... I don’t see anything that was criminal; but we should have had this information beforehand ...” “The only comment I would make on this subject is that we’ve been over three years in having discussion ...,” said Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick “Mike, your questions, as far as I am concerned, are over the top, out of line and those questions have been discussed repeatedly for the last three years for those people who have been involved. So, to that point, I think this is a flagrant attempt to undermine what has taken place through a fair, democratic process ...” When the question was to called to approve Baker’s appointment to the board, the motion passed 5-2 with Commissioner Mike Callton absent and Bremer and Howard Gibson voting against it. A separate motion to appoint Heather Wing, Kathy Wiggins, Kimberly Veldheer, William Norris and Julie Palmatier to the five citizen-at-large seats on the advisory board passed unanimously. In discussion before the roll-call vote, Board Chairman Robert Houtman said he felt that each of the people selected to serve on the advisory board had something to contribute to the objectives of Animal Control, whether it is community education, advertising, fundraising, finding homes for adoptable pets or medial care. “We have a nice rounded-out group here,” said Houtman. “With the amount of applicants that we have received and those who have been selected, it certainly shows to me there is a broad public support for what we are doing here, and the community is behind us on these decisions ... I think this is the right path...” said VanNortwick. “I was totally against the advisory board right at first until I got some information and the sheriff said he would go along with that, and I requested that he sit on the interview board with us.” VanNortwick added that he hoped applicants not selected for a seat on the advisory board would still continue to serve as volunteers. “You’ve seen in the past, people will drop and we have to interview again, and hopefully, those same people will come up here again, Jeff,” said Nevins. “... There are a couple of one-year terms so we will be interviewing for positions on this board for next year and every year from there on out,” said Board Vice-chairman Craig Stolsonburg. “I think, overall, we got a pretty good committee here,” said Leaf. “But, to reference Julie ... Julie was not told to come back; it was an overall policy and it wasn’t just that incident. We had a phone call from a lady from out of state who wanted to adopt a purebred dog and when they come into the shelter, we don’t know if they are a purebred or not ... that’s when we discovered the password had been changed ... it wasn’t just that. We seen them on camera go over and pet one dog and they’d go over and go to another dog and start petting that one — that’s what got the policy going ... it wasn’t a permanent policy; it’s until we regroup ... “Other than that, I’m ready to move forward — that’s why we got eyes in the front of our head,” he added. In the consent agenda, which was approved unanimously, was the appointment of Marti Mayack to the veterinary position on the advisory board. A seat reserved for a kennel operator remains open since there were no applicants for that position. In other action, the board approved the addition of a 12th seat, and second veterinarian, on the advisory panel and approved a recommendation from the Barry County Humane Society that the seat be filled by Kay Doyle. Houtman will serve as the commissioners representative on the advisory board and Leaf will appoint a member of the Animal Control staff to represent his department on the board. The first meeting of the Barry County Animal Control/Shelter Advisory Board is slated for 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3., in the community room of the Barry County Courts and Law Building. In other business, the board: • Approved four health care plans for county employees as recommended by the health care cost containment committee and a fifth plan as recommended department heads and elected officials. • Approved requests by Regan Chase and Simon Hoekstra to have their property enrolled in the State of Michigan Farmland and Open Space Preservation Program. Kinship Care the topic for next Community Breakfast Therese Maupin-Moore, from the Commission on Aging’s Kinship Care Program, will speak at the next Community Breakfast. Kinship Care provides services to residents raising relatives’ children. School, medical, governmental, business and local community members are invited to attend the Tuesday, Nov. 16, breakfast from 8 to 9 a.m., in the lower level of Hastings First United Methodist Church, 209 W. Green St. Maupin-Moore has been with COA since 2008. Previously, she was a school-based prevention consultant with Barry County Substance Abuse Prevention Services. A native of Barry County, Maupin-Moore graduated from Western Michigan University in 2000 with a degree in criminal justice and minor in social work. The continuing series of quarterly breakfasts is an opportunity to start the day with a free breakfast and learn about various local programs and services. The breakfast and speaker are sponsored by Strong Families/Safe Children, Foster Home Recruitment, Child Abuse Prevention Council of Barry County, Court-Appointed Special Advocates Program, Building Strong Families/MSU Extension, Barry Great Start and the Commission on Aging Kinship Care. RSVP to 269-945-6190 is helpful, but not required. Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Thursday, Nov. 11 — Movie Memories remembers Lucille Ball in “Miss Grant Takes Richmond,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12 — preschool story time about pets 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.; Friday Night Magic Card Club, 2:30 to 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 15 — Go Bananas at Your Library November Reading Club continues. Tuesday, Nov. 16 — toddler story time about Thanksgiving, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17 — Tween Royal Readers begin tryouts for “Peggy the PintSized Pirate,” 4 to 6 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library at 269945-4263 for more information on any of the above events. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... Living 20 years in a historic mill by Marion (Cook-Frye) Zasadil For the past six weeks, I have enjoyed reliving my 20 years at Bowens Mills, as I have been sharing the condensed story from my book, “Living Twenty Years in a Historic Mill. I started the first article with my (now late) husband Neal and I buying the old mill (in 1978), which is a state historic site and was built in 1864. Then, in the weeks that followed, I shared some of the heartaches and much of the joy of the many restorations that took place there over the years. Today, I will be bringing to a close the last of my series. The water wheel Way back in the 1840s, there was a waterwheel on the back side of the old mill, which powered an ‘up and down sawmill’ by the mill stream. The four-story part of the grist mill is 48-feet long and 24-feet wide and the foundation timbers were all hand-hewn; however all the rest of the lumber for the mill was cut out on that up and down sawmill. The old timers used to joke about that sawmill. They would say “Up today and down tomorrow.” It was slow, but it got the job done with very little manual labor. Much different than the old ‘pit saws’ that were powered by ‘man‘ and were a lot of work. That was all they had before the up and down saw was invented. The Bowens Mills Sawmill and the waterwheel were all destroyed when the dam went out in 1901. Building a reproduction of that waterwheel was ‘Neal’s Dream’ (and mine too). We talked about it for years. We had traveled all over looking at other mills and their waterwheels trying to get ideas as to how we could add one onto our mill. We kept telling ourselves that … ‘someday…’ Then, we heard the waterwheel that was once on the old Ashton Mill in Kalamazoo had been taken apart and had been moved to our area. It was just a few miles from us on the Orangeville Baptist Church property. Upon going to see it, we felt with a lot of adjustments, we could make it work for our mill. We rushed over to talk to friend, Winn, who was a member of that congregation. Upon telling him about our wish to buy the old wheel, he said he would check it out for us and let us know if the people of the church would sell it to us. In just a few days, a telephone call came, telling us the wheel was available for whatever donation we wanted to give. (They had been wondering how they were going to get rid of it.) So, we gave them (a more than generous) scrap metal price, which was around $350. They were happy and so were we. It cost about that same amount to have it moved to our property. It took quite a few years before our complete waterwheel dream came true, but at least we were on our way. Every morning, for as long as Neal was able to be up and around, he and son-in-law, Owen, worked on the foundations and pylons to put the waterwheel on. I think we had the idea that we would just quick get that done and it would be time to set the wheel on top of them, and we would be ready to see our dream come true. The big thing was, when they took the wheel down from the Aston Mill, it was all cut into pieces to be moved. It was mostly all there but would have to be made to the size that would fit our water level and so on. Little did we know, at that time, how much money and how many long, long years it would be for it to become a reality. It was worked on each year, whatever we could afford to do, but it was a long drawn out procedure. A lot of water went over the dam, before it was, at last, finished. Neal’s passing The years were passing by so fast and suddenly it was August of 1989. The Moe School restoration project seemed to be extra hard on Neal. He had been having more trouble with his heart. I had made an appointment with his specialist for a time soon after the school dedication, thinking his medications needed to be increased again, as had happened many times in the past. The doctor felt Neal needed to have a heart cath to see what kind of extra The dedication of “Neal’s Dream” water wheel, made possible with the help of the Fork River Free Trappers and others. Author and former owner of Historic Bowens Mills Marion (Cook-Frye) Zasadil is pictured at one of her daughter Carleen's tea parties in "The Gathering Place" on the mill grounds. Carleen and Owen Sabin, Marion Zasadil's daughter and son-in- law, are the current owners of the mill. treatment he really needed. Upon having it, the doctor could not believe how much blockage he had. He would not let him even go home for the night. Neal was admitted to the hospital right then and scheduled for surgery the next morning. The next 18 days are now somewhat of a blur. Neal came through the surgery, but had to stay in the Critical Care Unit (CCU) for several days longer than usual. They finally thought he was ready to be transferred back to his regular room. He was very weak, but they said ‘this is normal.’ They had him walking, which made me nervous because he was so very shaky. At the end of the day, he seemed to be getting weaker and weaker. I spoke to the nurse and she assured me, ‘This is normal; he had a busy day, being moved and everything.” He then started having trouble getting enough air and they kept giving him more and more oxygen. I stayed with him until they told me I had to leave. When I called him, early the next morning, he could hardly talk. All I could hear him say was, ‘Something (gasp) is (gasp) very (gasp) wrong (gasp).’ I told him, “I’ll be there as soon as I can.” I was there in record time. When I walked into his room, he was still gasping for air, even with all the oxygen he was getting. We were soon told he needed to go back upstairs to CCU. They said he had ARDS – Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome. Neal and I had a little time together before they put him back on all of the machines and wires. His last words to me were, ‘Are you going to stay?’ I assured him ... I was not leaving the hospital again until I could take him home with me. I had no idea, when I told him that, that in just a couple of weeks, he would be leaving out one door and I would be going out another – alone. His 18 days of one problem after another at the hospital were over and his 18 years of back pain had ended. He was with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, in heaven. I had kept my word to him and did not leave the hospital for those 18 days. My kids, Carleen and Owen, came every evening to be with him and give me a little time off. My other two daughters, Dawn and Christina, came from Florida for his last week or so. We then took turns staying with him. We made sure he was not alone for a moment, day and night, for those 18 days. Neal and I were both 58 years old at the time, and it just seemed like we were way to young for this to be happening. After the memorial was over and all, it seemed impossible to think of going back to the mill and its memories and responsibilities, but I did. It was hard to get through the festivals that fall, but I did, with the help of family and friends. After doing the festivals for 11 years, it should have been pretty routine, but it was so difficult to keep focused and keep track of Friend Al and Owen facing the pylons with stones. Former owner Neal Cook's grave stone marker resembles the large mill stone out in front of Bowens Mills. things. My girls kept pushing me in the right direction and helped me all they could. As soon as the last festival was over, my granddaughter, Sarah, and I headed to Florida to join our family down there. She stayed with me for about three months; it was so good to have someone else in the house with me. That was a real comfort. Upon my return to Michigan that next spring, I was determined to have a marker on Neal’s gravesite before Memorial Day. I wanted to have it made to resemble our big marker out in front of the mill. While I was in Florida, after numberless phone calls, I was finally able to find a pink granite mill stone, about two foot across, that I could buy. It was in Tennessee. I stopped and made the transaction on my way home from Florida. The man helped me roll the stone to my car, and we put it on the floor, in back of my driver’s seat, where it made the trip to Michigan with no trouble at all. I had asked many of my friends and relatives to bring a pretty stone to me to be used in the pedestal. Each stone had a special meaning and was from a special person. Once again, after a talk with friend, Al, he made the marker become a reality. It turned out just the way I had been seeing it in my mind’s eye. It had a bronze marker that I had ordered with our names and dates on it. It was just right for Neal and on his gravesite before Memorial Day. Time marches on The seasons were flying by: Six months at the mill doing maintenance, lawn work and a little more on the waterwheel, and then six months in Florida to rest. The months were turning into years and before I knew it, five years had passed since Neal’s ‘home going.’ I had been working my way through my grief and at this point, I felt I was probably more lonely, than anything else. However, it did seem so good to feel more like myself again. All of the sudden, a BIG thing happened. God sent me another good man, Ron Frye. After a whirlwind romance, we were married. Ron pitched right in and helped me with the mill maintenance and took over doing the lawn too. What a relief. Fork River Free Trappers The Fork River Free Trappers have always been such a tremendous help to us. When we got the Moe School it desperately needed a new roof. One year they told me that if I could can’t do it – I just can‘t do it! I am taking it off buy the roofing, they would put it on. the market tomorrow!” Upon telling Carleen the next day of my Somehow, I came up with the money, and they were soon there, doing a super job. It feelings, and that I was going to take it off the looks just as good today as it did when they market, she was surprised, but said she and put it on. Another project they took on was Owen had been talking about trying to take it clearing all the area along the mill stream. It over. We talked some more and before we was like a jungle of over grown shrubs and knew it, we had made a deal. They are now trees, along with a mass of wild berry bushes the owners of Historic Bowens Mills and before they started in on it. It looked like a caretakers of the 19-acre complex. They are park when they were done. They now camp doing a fantastic job of taking care of things there on festival days, and they have also built there at the old mill now. They have added a unique ‘Trappers Trading Post’ cabin for all more historic buildings, along with keeping the ones that are there in good repair. They to enjoy. I had been having something done on the have also built “The Gathering Place,” a magwheel each year, but it was slow going. The nificent huge building that will seat 250 peofoundations, which were down under the ple for weddings and celebrations of all kinds. ground at least four feet, were in, and the solid It is a real asset to the community. Conclusion cement 10-foot pylons were pored before As I now look back over those 20 years that Neal died. I had them finished off, and they were beautiful after friend Al had faced the I had the mill, even though, I had a very busy two of them with stone. I had a heavy equip- life, it was enormously fulfilling, and a whole ment company come and place the big nine- lot different than the lazy, carefree days of foot, four-inch gear and its 14-foot long, six- when I lived at Gun Lake. However, it was inch shaft on the bearings. When the wheel one of the most rewarding times in my life. To was finished, it would be 17 feet tall and see what was once a useless, old neglected eight-feet wide. But, at this point, I had no building come back to life and be something idea when or how it would ever be completed. so worthwhile was so very gratifying. There On the next weekend of the Fork River is a lot more I would like to share and remiFree Trappers encampment, their leader came nisce about, but this is all for now. The rest of to me and asked, ‘Is there anything else we my story is still in my heart and in my book. A special thanks goes out to all those who could do for a project around the mill?’ I told him of our dream of having the waterwheel had a part in the preservations. It never could finished off in Neal’s memory. I can still see have been done without the help of family his eyes getting bigger and bigger, he hadn’t and friends, all the volunteers and everyone expected a project of this much magnitude. I else who had a part in making it all come to told him, “Just think of it as an erector set. pass. I love you all! It is so very satisfying to me now to look The parts are (mostly) all there, they just needed to be put back together again.” He back and know I had the privilege of preservlaughed because he knew there was so much ing a piece of the history of Michigan, Barry more to it than that. He then said, ‘I don’t County and Yankee Springs Township for know if the boys will want to take on anything future generations to learn from and enjoy. It that big or not, but I will talk to them and let was a labor of love – a legacy from my famiyou know.’ I didn’t expect an answer for some ly to all who come and benefit from Historic time, however, just a few minutes later he Bowens Mills and its history. I have never been sorry that Neal and I liscame back and said, ‘We talked it over, and we will do it.’ Wow!!! Just like that, what a tened to our hearts, instead of our heads, so load was lifted off me. I couldn’t wait to see it many years ago on making the decision to say finished. From then on, each summer for sev- “Yes to Yesterday” when we bought Bowens eral years, they came on weekends when they Mills. I loved living in that old mill. It had could all get together. Soon the waterwheel started taking shape, and as time went by it become a part of me and I was a part of it. I worked harder, got dirtier and more worn out was at last finished! than I ever had before in all of my life. But, oh Neal’s Dream It was in 1999, 10 years after Neal’s death my ... how intriguing, how captivating and that our dream came true. The waterwheel how rewarding it all was when I lived for 20 was finally completed after all these years. I years in that old mill where the past lives planned a fitting dedication service. The Fork again! Update River Free Trappers were honored and friends The years have passed by so swiftly since I and relatives came to help celebrate. At just the right moment, the water gate was opened retired (at age 67) and left my duties at the and the waterwheel began to turn. Everyone mill. My new husband, Ron, and I had a great there stood in awe. There was then cheers and time doing a lot of extensive traveling, seeing hand clapping, along with some tears. Earlier, much of this wonderful United States of I had a bronze plaque made with Neal’s pic- America, before he passed away in 2002. When I found myself a widow for a second ture on it, along with his dates. It was mounted on a large rock near the mill stream. We time, I never dreamed I would ever marry again. However, a wonderful, Godly man, Jim named the waterwheel “Neal’s Dream.” That waterwheel was my last big mission at Zasadil, came into my life. We fell in love and were married Nov. 12, 2006. We are now livthe old mill. ing ‘happily ever after...’ Selling the mill And, yes, we are now ‘volunteers’ at the By this time, Ron and I were way past retirement age and in the back of my mind, I old mill. We help out whenever we can and knew I needed to sell the mill. Everything was whenever we are needed. The Holy Bible says in Proverbs 22:23 – still in pretty good shape, but it needed to go to someone younger who could take better Remove not the ancient landmark, which thy care of it than I could. As much as I loved the fathers have set. Visit bowensmills.com for more informafestivals, all the deadlines and scheduling were getting too much for me to cope with. tion on Historic Bowens Mills and its current After much thought and prayer, I knew that I activities. had to put it on the market. I had given the old mill 20 years of my life, and as much as I hated to do it, I knew it was time to let it go. I advertised heavily. People came and were interested, but each one had a different by Marion (Cook-Frye) Zasadil idea as to what to do with it. They either wanted to make it into apartments or a • Living Twenty Years In A restaurant, sub-divide the 19 Historic Mill acres or make it into camp• Grann’s Memories grounds. Anything but leave it as it was and needed to be. • This I Remember All their ideas about made • Way Back-When I Was me sick. I wanted someone Young to come along and fall in love with it the way it was, just the way I had. The last Barlow’s Christian Book Store day of the “It’s Cider time ~ Hastings~ Festivals” that fall, I was The Miller’s Wife Store watching all the people enjoying themselves so ~ Bowen’s Mills~ much, roaming around the Marion @ Bowensmills.com grounds or listening to the old time music, eating their hot apple dumplings and drinking their cider. I started thinking to myself, “I just Local History Books A huge mill stone marker on Briggs Road in Yankee Springs Township marks the entrance to the Historic Bowens Mills complex. �Page 10 — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Summit speakers urge investment in young people, local solutions Businesses recognized with awards More than 150 people from businesses and local governments across the county attend the summit. Commerical/law enforcement sales representative Craig Ewing accepted the award for Growth Achievement on behalf of Soaring Concepts Aerospace/Powrachute. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Thursday, Nov. 4, at the Barry Expo Center began with the Barry County Business Expo and ended with the Barry County Economic Development Summit featuring talks by Dr. Timothy Bartik on how investing in children impacts the economy and by Brad Watts from the W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research with the 2011 economic outlook for Barry County. Visitors to the Expo had a chance to speak with exhibitors about the current economic conditions in the greater Barry County area. Then the attention switched to the Economic Development Summit in the late afternoon. More than 150 people, representing Barry County businesses and local governments across the county, filled the chairs at the Expo Center. The event began first with business recognition and awards presented by Fred Jacobs, chairman, and Valerie Byrnes, president of the Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Alliance. The Growth Achievement Recognition award was presented to Soaring Concepts Aerospace/Powrachute for its commitment to Barry County through substantial capital investment in building a new facility here. Byrnes praised the company for “demonstrating vision, commitment, growth and stability for our community, our workforce and future sustainability.” Hastings Mutual Insurance Company received an award celebrating of 125 years in business. The company is one of Barry County’s largest employers, contributing to a higher quality of life for local employees and the communities served. Byrnes presented the award saying, “The Barry County Economic Development Alliance commends Hastings Mutual Insurance Company on their continued growth, innovation and dedication to Barry County.” Gilmore Car Museum received an award in recognition of an innovative and successful educational model, developing skills and building the lives of local youths. The Alliance commended Gilmore Car Museum for its proactive approach of enhancing the local educational system by allowing new career paths for students. Three Hastings High School students, John VanValkenburg, Dr. Timothy Bartik tells the audience about the importance of supporting early childhood education. “ S t r etchi n g ” NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held Nov. 9, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. THISS AUTO Hastings “Your repair dollars go further at” • SAVE 10% to 25% on Service & Mechanical Repairs Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic • Wheel Alignment. . . . . . . . . . . . . $35.95 most cars • Lube, Oil & Filter. . . . . . . . . . from $17.95 up to 5 qts. oil by appointment • Collision & Auto Body Repairs 2295 South M-37 Hwy., Hastings 77551322 (269) 948-3387 Dennis Thiss, Owner Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply Barry County RFP for replacement of HVAC system at Barry County Jail Barry County is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to design and install an HVAC solution at the Barry County Jail, located at 1212 W. State St., Hastings, MI 49058. Additional information, including a copy of the RFP can be obtained by contacting Captain Bill Johnson at (269) 838-7052. Proposals are due by 3:00 p.m. on December 16, 2010. 06730992 City of Hastings REQUEST FOR BIDS Sale of Vehicle The City of Hastings will accept bids for the sale of a 2005 Chevy Tahoe C1500 (two wheel drive) approximately 130,525 miles This vehicle will be sold in “as-is” condition without any warranty. Arrangements to view this vehicle can be made by calling 945-2468 weekdays between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in any bid, and to award the bid in a manner that the City deems to be in its best interest, price and other factors considered. Bids will be received at the office of the Hastings City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 until 10:30 AM on Thursday, November 18, 2010 at which time they shall be opened and publicly read aloud. The winning bid, if any, will be approved at the City Council meeting on November 22, 2010. Winning bidder must be prepared to take possession with certified funds between November 23 and November 30, 2010. No formal bidding forms or documents are required, but all bids must be in writing and sealed. All sealed bids must be clearly marked on the outside of the bid package as follows: “SEALED BID – 2005 Chevy Tahoe”. Thomas E. Emery City Clerk/Treasurer 06730927 Satisfaction Guaranteed Repairs! John Hart (center), community development director for the City of Hastings, accepts an award on behalf of the city for serving as a catalyst for growth from Valerie Byrnes and Fred Jacobs. Tom Harrington and William Roy, were a applauded. In recognition of a new endeavor in a downtown community in Barry County with new investment, building redevelopment and restoration and job creation, the Alliance recognized Seasonal Grille in establishing a new restaurant in downtown Hastings. The City of Hastings was lauded for serving as a catalyst for growth by driving new investment, accessing programs and funding to enhance project activities and for having the vision to drive change. Acknowledgment for being named 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in West Michigan went to Pennock Health Services and Hastings City Bank. Then Bartik began his presentation, “Investing in Kids: Early Childhood Programs and Local Economic Development.” During his talk, the senior economist stressed how early childhood programs should be part of economic planning. Having education opportunities for young children does impact the parental labor supply. There are more and better labor jobs for parents if programs are available for young children. Bartik told the audience that this is a highquality issue and has impact on employment and earnings. In conclusion, he said education of young children brings “high bang for the buck and Continued next page 07558014 HOPE TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Thursday, December 2, 2010 – 7:00 PM At the HOPE TOWNSHIP HALL ON M-43 NEAR SCHULTZ ROAD To consider a SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE request by Ms. Zylkia M. Rodriquez of 3207 Tattersall Rd., Portage, MI 49024 for a property located at 759 Beechwood Dr., Delton, MI 49046 on Parcel number 08-007-120-040-00 for a Guest house as allowed by the Hope Township Zoning Ordinance Article 19 Section 19.2 (f). The information about this request may be viewed during regular business hours Tuesday 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM and 1:15 to 3 PM at the Hope Township Hall, 5463 S. M-43 Highway. Written comments will be accepted by the Clerk by mail or during regular business hours in regard to the above request up to close of business the day of the public hearing. Hope Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing, to individuals with disabilities at the hearing upon five days notice to the Hope Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Hope Township Clerk by writing or calling the clerk at the address or telephone number listed below. A meeting of the Planning Commission will be held immediately following the hearing to decide on the above requests and any other business that may legally come before this Board. Jim L. Carr, Zoning Administrator 5463 S. M-43 Highway, Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 948-2464 06731000 Bill Wallace (center), CEO of Hastings Mutual Insurance Company, accepts an award recognizing the company for 125 years in business in Barry County from Fred Jacobs and Valerie Byrnes. NOTICE Sealed Bids for the construction of the Payne Lake Drain Project, will be received in the Office of the Barry County Drain Commissioner, 220 W. State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 until 2:00 pm local time, on December 3, 2010. At that time, Bids will be opened and read aloud. Copies of the Bidding Documents may be examined at the office of the Barry County Drain Commissioner, 220 W. State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 or at the office of Civil Engineers, Inc., 14250 Beadle Lake Road, Suite 150, Battle Creek, Michigan 49014, without charge. The documents will be available on November 5, 2010. Questions regarding the project should be addressed to Civil Engineers Inc. (269) 962-5127. 77551385 Students John VanValkenburg (from left), Tom Harrington and William Roy accept the Education in Action Award on behalf of Gilmore Car Museum. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — Page 11 Barry County voter turnout slightly higher than state average From previous page has short- and long-term benefits in both the education of the children and the work experience of the parents.” He added that one quest should be determining how to get public support for longterm investment in long-term programs. Then Watts, regional analyst for the W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research, opened his presentation saying, “The real output shows that the economy in Michigan has not fully recovered.” His presentation included slides on the economic outlook in Barry County. According to Watts, the housing market crash due to more than a decade of overbuilding, continues to have a negative impact on Michigan’s economy. He noted that the recovery is taking longer, but that the economy is recovering “Manufacturing may lead us out of the recession,” said Watts, cautioning that this might be a short-term ticket out. “Consumers are coming back and are ready to buy.” However, Watts added that the economy in Michigan has been losing ground since 2001. Employment has declined steadily since that year. And, while population has been declining since 2006, he said there are signs of life. Barry County has had a rough couple of years, including loss of 627 residents since 2007. Watts encouraged Barry County leaders to determine how to impact change. He asked them to consider the question, “Are we in a position to positively impact the economy in the county?” He encouraged local business owners to ask themselves how to have skilled and educated workforce. In light of the regional economy, he said one of the important questions local governments and businesses should ask is, “How can we take advantage of new opportunities, including the quality of life in Barry County and the clusters of talents that already exist?” Brad Watts shares the 2011 economic outlook for Barry County. Eaton County voting is third highest Representing Hastings City Bank, Rob Raines (center) accepts an award for the bank’s recognition as one of the 101 Best and Brightest Companies in West Michigan from Valerie Byrnes and Fred Jacobs. “There is definitely pain ahead,” Watts said in closing his presentation. “The fundamentals are there to pull us back into balance, but it will take time and pain.” Summit sponsors at the Platinum level were Consumers Energy, Barry County Telephone/Message Express Internet and Barry Great Start. Gold level sponsors were Chemical Bank, Commercial Bank, Gun Lake Casino, Firstbank-West Michigan, J-Ad Graphics, Union Bank, Lake Trust Credit Union and Pennock Health Services. The Silver level sponsor was Walker, Fluke and Sheldon PLC. Barry County Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Alliance are already discussing plans for the 2011 Business Expo and Summit. Anyone who would like to know more about programs for Barry County businesses may contact Byrnes at 269-945-2454. Carla Wilson-Neil, chief operation officer for Pennock Health Services, accepts an awards for Pennock being named one of the 101 Best and Brightest Companies in West Michigan from Fred Jacobs. According to the secretary of state office, approximately 45 percent of registered voters cast ballots in the general election Tuesday, Nov. 2. In Barry County, 49.11 percent of the 42,997 registered voters here took part in the election. That participation ranked Barry County 24th among the state’s 83 counties. “A continued emphasis on voter outreach and participation was an important factor in making this election a success,” said Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land. “I have long stressed the value of having your voice heard by casting a ballot, and so I applaud everyone who took the time to vote.” She had earlier predicted turnout at 52 percent or 3.8 million voters. Michigan currently has 7.28 million registered voters. Eaton County ranked third in the state for the highest voter turnout in last week’s election, with 58.26 percent of its registered voters getting to the polls or voting absentee, according to information on the department’s website. In the 2008 election, Eaton County ranked ninth in the state for voter participation at 72.47 percent, and Barry County was 13th with 70.43 percent turnout. Other local counties were more closely aligned with the state average: Allegan ranked 29th with 47.65 percent participation, Calhoun 69th with 41.77 percent turnout, Ionia 50th with 44.67 percent, Kalamazoo 68th at 42 percent and Kent 30th with 47.59 percent of eligible voters participating. The county with the highest voter turnout in the state was Leelanau, at 61.60 percent. Placing last among the state’s 83 counties with its 35.74 percent participation was Cass County. The Upper Peninsula had some of the highest and lowest turnout: Keweenaw County second in the state at 59.92 percent, Alger County fifth at 53.94 percent, and Houghton County showed the seventh highest turnout at 52.77 percent. On the low end in the U.P., Baraga County was 74th at 40.96 percent of registered voters, and Menominee was 76th with 40.34 percent. Another area with a mix of high and low voter turnout was in and around Detroit. Oakland and Livingston counties had 52.56 and 52.08 percent participation, putting them at eighth and 10th in the state, respectively. Nearby Wayne County ranked 79th, at 39 percent voter turnout, and Genesee County saw 40.28 percent of its registered voters casting ballots, ranking it 77th in the state. Along with Leelanau County, its neighboring counties of Benzie, fourth in the state at 54.63 percent, and Antrim, sixth in the state with 53.72 percent turnout formed somewhat of a voting hot spot near the top of the mitten. In another regional trend, voters in the four southwestern-most counties, formed a band of low voter turnout. Ranking low among with Cass County were Berrien (81), with 37.44 turnout, St. Joseph (82) with 36.39 percent and Van Buren (68) with 40.89 percent participation among registered voters. Others among the 10 counties with the highest or lowest voter participation were Clinton County, ninth highest at 52.55 percent, and Muskegon, 78th, with 40.26 percent voting and Isabella, 80th, with 37.79 percent of registered voters casting a ballot. According to the secretary of state office, voter turnout is in line with past gubernatorial elections. For example, in 2002, 6.8 million residents were registered to vote and 3.2 million, or 47.3 percent, cast ballots. With the exception of Alger and Houghton counties, the counties seeing the highest and lowest voter participation last week had a state ranking similar to the 2008 election. The results, which represent approximately 3.3 million voters, remain unofficial until certified by the Board of State Canvassers. The board will meet no later than Nov. 22. Land also recognized Michigan’s election workers. “I would like to thank the election officials and poll workers for their tremendous work,” she said. “Their professionalism and dedication remain top-notch. I am proud of them and their enthusiasm for the election process.” The list of turnout by county is available on the state website at www.Michigan.gov/sos. The department also will post official election returns when they’re available. In the meantime, unofficial results are available. Click on the “Elections in Michigan” button for more information. ‘Death Stalks a Lady’ continues at Delton High The Delton Kellogg Theatre Arts Company, under the direction of teacher Jessica Barnes and assisted by David Kidd, will be opening its fall play at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10 with a production of “Death Stalks a Lady” by David J. LeMaster. Performances also will be held Friday and Saturday, Nov. 12-13, all at 7 p.m. and in the Delton Kellogg High School Auditorium. “The production is a Theatre Noir piece, starring senior Dylan Bouchie as private-eye detective Nick Wallace, a hard on his luck PI who has been demoted from the local police force as a result of some shady dealing on the part of the department captain Chief Frauley played by senior Nicholas Bieganski,” Barnes said. “The plot begins with the femme fatale Veronica Stanley, played by senior Avery Blackburn, coming to Wallace for assistance. Wallace is assisted in his detecting by his devoted secretary Dorothy Browne, played by senior Meghan Bortle. The piece has all the twists and turns of a classic Flim Noir cast in the 1940s, and the DKTAC cast and crew of over 30 members are excited to bring it to the community,” she said. Tickets for reserved seating are $5 and are available through the high school office. Tickets are also available at the door. LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gordon Myrl Helms and Karen Lynn Helms, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 4, 2002, and recorded on April 30, 2002 in instrument 1079700, and assigned by said Mortgagee to EverBank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Two Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-Three and 11/100 Dollars ($62,923.11), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the North 313.5 feet of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 29, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, which lies Westerly of the Centerline of Lindsey Road, excepting the West 48 feet thereof. Subject to an easement for ingress and egress and utility purposes over the South 66 feet thereof and is also subject to highway right of way for lindsey Road, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550824 File #343941F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE (ALL COUNTIES) AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY (248) 362-6100 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Victor N. Braendle and Debra L. Braendle, husband and wife of Barry County, Michigan, Mortgagor to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. dated the 9th day of June, A.D. 2005, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 16th day of June, A.D. 2005, in Instrument No. 1148161 of Barry Records, which said mortgage was assigned to MorEquity, Inc., thru mesne assignments, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, for principal of $124,849.80 (one hundred twenty-four thousand eight hundred forty-nine and 80/100) plus accrued interest at 7.290% (seven point two nine zero) percent per annum. And no suit proceedings at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statue of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on, the 9th day of December, A.D., 2010, at 1:00:00 PM said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI, Barry County, Michigan, of the premises described in said mortgage. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situate in the City of Hastings, in the County of Barry and State of Michigan and described as follows to wit: Situated in the City of Hastings, County of Barry and State of Michigan: The North 1/2 of Lots 1 and 2, Block 13, DANIEL STRIKER'S ADDITION TO THE CITY, FORMERLY VILLAGE OF HASTINGS. Commonly known as: 624 North Boltwood PPN: 08-55-095-090-00 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., L.P.A. By: Michael I. Rich (P-41938) Attorney for Plaintiff Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. 2155 Butterfield Drive Suite 200-S Troy, MI 48084 06730921 WWR# 10043902 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jennifer Curtis and Jason Curtis, Wife and Husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 6, 2007, and recorded on November 8, 2007 in instrument 200711080003982, and assigned by said Mortgagee to First Horizon Home Loans a division of First Tennessee Bank National Association as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty-Six and 64/100 Dollars ($208,826.64), including interest at 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit No. 12, Whitewater Estates Condominium, a Condominium according to the Master Deed recorded in Liber 688, Page 426, as amended, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 10, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as shown on the Master Deed, and amendments thereto, and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551304 File #312407F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Scott Noethe, and Marielle Cousins, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 17, 2005, and recorded on May 27, 2005 in instrument 1147220, and assigned by said Mortgagee to The Bank Of New York Mellon Fka The Bank Of New York As Trustee For The Certificateholders Cwalt, Inc. Alternative Loan Trust 2005-30CB Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-30CB as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand Six Hundred Twenty-Five and 18/100 Dollars ($79,625.18), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning At A Point On The East Line Of Section 6, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, Distant North 632 Feet From The Southeast Corner Of Section 6: Thence West 231 Feet At Right Angles; Thence North 220 Feet; Thence East 231 Feet To The East Line Of Section 6; Thence South 220 Feet To The Place Of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551389 File #347176F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Shannon L. Gilman and Wendy S. Gilman, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Option One Mortgage Corporation, a California Corporation, Mortgagee, dated May 24, 2005, and recorded on June 14, 2005 in instrument 1148043, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Soundview Home Loan Trust 2005-OPT2, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-OPT2 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred Thirty-One And 97/100 Dollars ($138,431.97), including interest at 8.675% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 2, Township 3 North, Range 9 West, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan, Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 2; thence West 912 feet for the point of beginning; thence South 1435 feet; thence West 408 feet; thence North 1435 feet; thence East 408 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550642 File #158749F02 �Page 12 — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Daniel R. Hicks and Shelly M. Hicks, husband and wife, to CitiMortgage, Inc. successor by merger with CitiFinancial Mortgage Company, Inc., Mortgagee, dated November 14, 2005 and recorded November 22, 2005 in Instrument Number 1156653, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Four Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Nine and 30/100 Dollars ($184,499.30) including interest at 9.45% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on DECEMBER 2, 2010. Said premises are located in the Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 91, 92, 110, 111, and 112 of Lakewood Estates according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 19. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: October 28, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 241.8922 ASAP# 3788259 10/28/2010, 77550896 11/04/2010, 11/11/2010, 11/18/2010 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Timothy Wolfgang, A Single Man to Arbor Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated July 27, 2006 and recorded August 7, 2006 in Instrument # 1168258 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned through mesne assignments to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2007-HE1 by assignment of mortgage dated October 21, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty Thousand One Hundred Forty-Two Dollars and Forty-Five Cents ($140,142.45) including interest 9.59% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on December 2, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 5 and 8 of Block 13 of Parrotts Addition to the Village of Woodland according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on Page 36. Commonly known as 136 Florence St, Woodland MI 48897 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 11/04/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2007-HE1 Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77551240 Our File No: 10-31026 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Linda Price, and Dewey Price Jr, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 2, 2006, and recorded on May 8, 2006 in instrument 1164273, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P., fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Eight and 27/100 Dollars ($116,498.27), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 5 and 6 of SAGGIO'S PINE LAKE PARK according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, page 79 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #329262F02 06730792 NOTICE TO CREDITORS SCHAD LIVING TRUST DATED 3/24/2010 Social Security Number of Decedent: XXX-XX-2431 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Your interest in the estate may be barred or affected by the following: The decedent, Kenneth W. Schad (date of birth 9/19/1920), whose last address was 6460 Ivan Trail, Middleville, MI 49333, died on October 26, 2010. The decedent, with Margaret P. Schad, also deceased, was the settlor of the Schad Living Trust dated March 24, 2010. There is no personal representative of the settlor’s estate to whom Letters of Authority have been issued. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the trust estate will be forever barred unless presented to the current acting trustee (whose name and address appear below) of the Trust within four (4) months of the date of publication of this notice. The current acting trustee is: Rebecca S. Beech, 5716 Duncan Lake Road, Middleville, MI 49333. Notice is further given that the trust estate will be thereafter assigned and distributed to the persons entitled to it. Dated: November 4, 2010 Attorney for Trustee: David G. Ledbetter, P43671 Law Offices of David G. Ledbetter 1695 Service Road NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 (616) 459-3333 06730750 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Amon Duane Smith AKA Amon Smith and Michelle Smith, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Standard Federal Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated October 18, 2002, and recorded on October 28, 2002 in instrument 1090371, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Thirty-Two Thousand Six Hundred Thirty-Nine and 34/100 Dollars ($32,639.34), including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 and the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, Except the West Two Rods thereof, All in Section 35, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, Baltimore Townshp, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551127 File #349084F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on April 21, 2006, by Charles J. Clancy and Linda K. Clancy, husband and wife, and Thomas H. Clancy and Kimberly L. Clancy, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 23, 2007, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1180909, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Two Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand One Hundred Forty-Five and 34/100 Dollars ($233,145.34); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, December 9, 2010 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HOPE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Lot 7 of Steven's Wooded Acres, according to the recorded Plat thereof, being a part of the Southwest fractional quarter of Section 30, Town 2 North, Range 9 West. Commonly known as: 8834 Chain-O-Lakes Drive, Delton, Michigan. Tax parcel number: 08-07-300-006-00. The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: October 20, 2010 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 77551235 (517) 371-8253 NOTICE: HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF DEWITT C. GREGORY, HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF BERTHA BOISE, NANCY SHELLENBARGER, GREGORY REYNARD, CRYSTAL REYNARD, AND SAMUEL C. SMITH. (“Defendants”), are hereby notified that they are defendants in a case pending in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan located at the Theodore Levin U.S. Courthouse ,231 W. Lafayette Blvd., Detroit, MI 48226 (Case No. 10-cv-13499), seeking to quiet title to property commonly known as 2511 West M43 Highway, and property commonly known as 8109 4th Street, Three Rivers, Michigan. The complaint seeks to eliminate any alleged interest of the Defendants in 2511 West M-43 Highway, and 8109 4th Street, Three Rivers, Michigan. Defendants must file an answer to the complaint in this case or otherwise respond on or before December 28, 2010, and should contact the Court at (313) 2342662 for additional information. Failure to answer or otherwise respond to the complaint may result in an entry of default and a default judgment against the Defendants. The plaintiffs shall file a certificate confirming service as provided herein. s/David M. Lawson DAVID M. LAWSON United States District Judge 77550776 Dated: October 14, 2010 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 98-22374-DE Estate of Mabel Fern Studt, Deceased. Date of birth: 04/01/1902. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Mabel Fern Studt, who lived at 4539 N. Clark Road, Woodland, Michigan died 03/14/1998. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Sarah Studt, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court Street, Suite 302, Hastings and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 11/08/2010 Robert J. Longstreet P53546 607 N. Broadway Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-3495 Sarah Studt 4539 N. Clark Road Woodland, MI 48897 (269) 367-4011 06730767 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Charles E. Sheldon and Stacey L. Sheldon, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for WMC Mortgage Corp., its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 26, 2004 and recorded February 9, 2004 in Instrument # 1121950 Barry County Records, Michigan Said mortgage was assigned to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2004 Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2004WMC4, by assignment dated February 4, 2004 and recorded July 6, 2010in Instrument # 201007060006386 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Six Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Five Dollars and Sixty-Six Cents ($86,895.66) including interest 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on December 9, 2010 Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6 of Daniel Staley's Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 4, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 403 Philadelphia St, Nashville MI 49073 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 11/11/2010 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2004 Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2004WMC4, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 10-29662 ASAP# 3807345 11/11/2010, 11/18/2010, 11/25/2010, 12/02/2010 06730772 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven A Dill and Christine A Dill, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 18, 2006, and recorded on January 2, 2007 in instrument 1174540, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Four Hundred Twelve and 22/100 Dollars ($107,412.22), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 25 and the North 1/2 of Lot 26 of Country Acres, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, on Page 64. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #346130F01 77551395 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael B. Sheldon and Stacy J. Sheldon, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mainstreet Savings Bank, FSB, Mortgagee, dated September 10, 2003, and recorded on September 17, 2003 in instrument 1113521, and assigned by mesne assignments to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-Four and 32/100 Dollars ($134,374.32), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 38, Loehr's Landing No. 1, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 44, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #345767F01 77551252 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHRISTINE L. PADGETT and SCOTT DELING, WIFE AND HUSBAND, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 16, 2009, and recorded on January 29, 2009, in Document No. 200901290000784, and assigned by said mortgagee to FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-Two Dollars and Five Cents ($225,362.05), including interest at 5.250% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on November 18, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THAT PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4, SECTION 17, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1/4; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 15 MINUTES 40 SECONDS EAST 1865.62 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 15 MINUTES 40 SECONDS EAST 210.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 02 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST 989.75 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF LOTS 43 - 47 OF GACKLER'S PAYNE LAKE PLAT; THENCE NORTH 39 DEGREES 55 MINUTES 20 SECONDS EAST 180.20 FEET; THENCE NORTH 16 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 50 SECONDS EAST 77.36 FEET (THE PREVIOUS TWO COURSES BEING ALONG THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF SAID GACKLER'S PAYNE LAKE PLAT); THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 02 MINUTES 50 SECONDS WEST, 1128.55 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 15, 2010 FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77550682 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Lewis Guernsey, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6654 Thornapple Lake Rd, Nashville, MI 49073-9668. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1301 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from November 5, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after November 5, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 349953F01 77551316 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Darcey E Trippett and Melanie Trippett, Husband and Wife to First Franklin Financial Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 13, 2004 and recorded August 17, 2004 in Instrument #1132560 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust 2004-FFH3, by assignment dated July 15, 2010 and recorded July 23, 2010 in Instrument # 201007230006881 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Eight Thousand One Hundred Forty-Three Dollars and Two Cents ($158,143.02) including interest 3.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on December 2, 2010 Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 16 of Hunters Ridge Estates, as recorded in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 12, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 142 Hunters Trail Ct., Middleville MI, 49333 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 11/04/2010 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust 2004-FFH3, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77551263 Our File No: 10-31075 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles R. Palasek and Mandi L. Palasek, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 25, 2003, and recorded on December 3, 2003 in instrument 1118606, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Five and 34/100 Dollars ($74,945.34), including interest at 3.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 10 of Middleville Downs Addition No. 1, to the Village of Middleville, According to the Plat thereof as Recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 4 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551207 File #335365F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Katrina Cummiford, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated October 26, 2006, and recorded on November 1, 2006 in instrument 1172236, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand One Hundred Fifteen and 14/100 Dollars ($195,115.14), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot No. 5, Mastenbrooks Subdivision, according to the recorded plat thereof. Also that part of said Lot 6 of Mastenbrook's Subdivision described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of said Lot 6 distant North 00 degrees 23 minutes 12 seconds East 29.86 feet from the Southwest corner of said Lot 6 (Southeast corner of Lot 5) said point being the intersection of said West line and the Northerly right of way line of Chief Noonday Road; thence North 00 degrees 23 minutes 12 seconds East along said West line, 255.27 feet to an iron stake near the shore of Payne Lake; thence South 02 degrees 36 minutes 32 seconds East 206.75 feet to an iron stake, thence South 12 degrees 52 minutes 24 seconds West 49.97 feet to the point of beginning. Including lands lying between the above described parcel and the waters of Payne Lake, as limited by the original platted lot lines extended to the water's edge. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #347464F01 06730777 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rockne Allen Boze, single man, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated May 22, 2009, and recorded on June 19, 2009 in instrument 200906190006460, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-One Thousand and 12/100 Dollars ($151,000.12), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4. Also: The South 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, except a right of way for ingress and egress over the North 40 feet of the South 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, all lying in Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 10 West, Prairieville Township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550880 File #344969F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Franklin D. Tate, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 1, 2003, and recorded on December 5, 2003 in instrument 1118694, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Forty-Seven and 79/100 Dollars ($131,047.79), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel A: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 27, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan and that part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at the Southeast corner of said Section 27; thence South 87 degrees 54 minutes 10 seconds West 470.0 feet along the South line of said Section; thence North 45 degrees 50 minutes 29 seconds East 573.78 feet to the point of curvature on the Southwesterly right of way line of S.T.L. M-37 (100 feet wide); thence North 56 degrees 00 minutes 30 seconds East 50.0 feet to the point of curvature on the centerline of said highway; thence Southeasterly 472 feet; more or less, along said centerline on a 1 degree 00 minute curve to the right to the South line of said Section 26; thence Westerly along said line 231 feet, more or less, to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550717 File #342155F01 Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers • Lakewood News • Maple Valley News • Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News • Reminder • Hastings Banner Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! 77551421 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Milford Fase and Dianna G. Fase, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated December 3, 2002, and recorded on January 30, 2003 in instrument 1096570, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Six Thousand Four Hundred ThirtyFour and 41/100 Dollars ($96,434.41), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North and South 1/4 line of Section 13, Town 1 North, Range 10 West, Prairieville Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 00 degrees 13 minutes 33 seconds East 1148.07 feet from the South 1/4 post of said Section; thence South 88 degrees 36 minutes 38 seconds East 891.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 13 minutes 32 seconds East parallel with said North and South 1/4 line to the North line of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section; thence Westerly along said North line to said North and South 1/4 line; thence South 00 degrees 13 minutes 32 seconds West along said North and South 1/4 line 178.20 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551258 File #345643F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE The Mortgage described below is in default: Mortgage (the “Mortgage”) made by Frances L. Faverman, Survivor of herself and her deceased spouse, Gerald A. Faverman, an unmarried woman, as Mortgagor, to United Bank Mortgage Corporation, a Michigan banking corporation, with its address at 900 East Paris Avenue, SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, as Mortgagee, dated March 5, 2003 and recorded on March 12, 2003, Instrument No.: 1099339, Barry County Records, Barry County, Michigan. The balance owing on the Mortgage is $100,631.42 at the time of this Notice. The Mortgage contains a power of sale and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage, or any part of the Mortgage. TAKE NOTICE that on December 16, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., local time, or any adjourned date thereafter, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, (which is the building where the Circuit Court for Barry County is held). The Mortgagee will apply the sale proceeds to the debt secured by the Mortgage as stated above, plus interest on the amount due at the rate of 5.00% per annum; all legal costs and expenses, including attorneys fees allowed by law; and also any amount paid by the Mortgagee to protect its interest in the property. The property to be sold at foreclosure is all of that real estate situated in the County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as: LOT 91 OF SUNRISE SHORES NO. 2, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF IN LIBER 5 OF PLATS, ON PAGE 98, YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY. Tax Identification Number: 08-16-220-091-00 The redemption period shall be one year from the date of sale pursuant to MCLA 600.3240(12), unless deemed abandoned and then thirty (30) days pursuant to MCLA 600.3240(11). November 2, 2010 UNITED BANK MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Mortgagee PLUNKETT COONEY KELLI L. BAKER (P49960) Attorney for Mortgagee 333 Bridge Street NW, Suite 530 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 (616) 752-4624 77551359 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven J Skula and Cheri A Skula, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 25, 2009, and recorded on April 10, 2009 in instrument 200904100003945, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Nineteen and 16/100 Dollars ($169,919.16), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East and West 1/4 line of Section 32, Town 3 North, range 7 West, distant south 89 degrees 37 minutes 52 seconds West 637.10 feet from East 1/4 corner of said section, thence south 89 degrees 37 minutes 52 seconds west 230.00 feet along said 1/4 line; thence North 00 degrees 02 minutes 38 seconds West 330.01 feet; thence North 89 degrees 37 minutes 52 seconds East 230.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 38 seconds East 330.01 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Southerly 50 feet, thereof, for M-79 highway. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550865 File #344153F01 Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brian Speck and Amy Speck, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated March 26, 2008, and recorded on April 3, 2008 in instrument 20080403-0003674, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Nine and 27/100 Dollars ($235,199.27), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the South line of Section 12, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 1320.00 feet from the South 1/4 post of said Section 12; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 340.51 feet along said South line; thence North 00 degrees 03 minutes 19 seconds East 1328.29 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50 minutes 26 seconds East 670.38 feet along the North line of the South 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 12; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 59 seconds West 666.42 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 330.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 59 seconds West 660.00 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551247 File #297518F03 In loving memory of… Julie Gillons 2-14-55 - 11-15-09 Send them The Hastings BANNER Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Eric Dykstra and Melissa Dykstra aka Melissa A Dykstra, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated March 1, 2006, and recorded on March 22, 2006 in instrument 1161582, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Seven Thousand Six Hundred Eight and 12/100 Dollars ($87,608.12), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 35 of Fairview Estates No. 2, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 6 of plats, Page 8, Rutland Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550887 File #242524F02 Join Us For Delton’s Annual Fall Craft Show SAT., NOV. 13 9AM TO 3PM Lunch is served 11AM to 1PM: BBQ Chicken Sandwiches, Sloppy Joes, Chicken Noodle Soup Those we have loved and cherished, those who have changed our lives in some small or profound way are closer than we know. Deeply missed and forever loved. Your loving husband Gret & the Gillons family New This Year: Face Painting ALL DAY & SANTA CLAUS Get your picture taken with Santa! 9AM to Noon Location: Delton Kellogg Middle School M-43 @ Delton Road (behind DK Elementary School) Questions: denasmith826@gmail.com 269.270.4326 06730915 1351 N. M-43 Highway • P.O. Box 188 Hastings, MI 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 • Fax (269) 945-5192 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeffrey Dee Carpenter and Sandra May Carpenter, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA, Mortgagee, dated July 6, 2009, and recorded on July 14, 2009 in instrument 200907140007307, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Seven Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-Seven and 08/100 Dollars ($207,587.08), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 of Section 1, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South along the West line of Section 1, a distance of 900 Feet; thence North 89 Degrees 59 Minutes 00 Seconds East 250 Feet; thence South 100 Feet to the Point of Beginning; thence North 89 Degrees 59 Minutes 00 Seconds East 236.58 Feet; thence South 320 Feet thence South 89 Degrees 59 Minutes 00 Seconds West 486.58 Feet to the West line of said Section 1; thence North along the West line of Section 1, a distance of 220 Feet; thence North 89 Degrees 59 Minutes 00 Seconds East 250 Feet; thence North 100 Feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #334239F01 06730788 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark G. Pennock and Leigh E. Pennock, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 26, 2002, and recorded on December 2, 2002 in instrument 1092770, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Midfirst Bank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-One Thousand Four Hundred FortyFour and 21/100 Dollars ($91,444.21), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3 of Block 1 of Samuel Roush's Addition to the Village of Freeport, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, on Page 23. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #344833F01 77550875 �Page 14 — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Billy G. Cribley and Lona J. Cribley, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as purchaser of the loans and other assets of Washington Mutual Bank, formerly known as Washington Mutual Bank, FA (the "Savings Bank") from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, acting as receiver for the Savings Bank and pursuant to its authority under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1821(d) via affidavit, Mortgagee, dated January 7, 2008, and recorded on February 4, 2008 in instrument 200802040001029, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighteen Thousand Forty-Three and 96/100 Dollars ($118,043.96), including interest at 7.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of Lot 5 and the North 1/2 of the West 1/2 of Lot 4 of Block 15 of Eastern Addition to the City of Hastings, formerly village, according to the recorded plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #346019F01 77551218 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by JOHN M. STRIMBACK, A SINGLE MAN, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 22, 2008, and recorded on September 29, 2008, in Document No. 20080929-0009597, and assigned by said mortgagee to U.S. BANK, NA, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-Five Dollars and Ninety-Nine Cents ($150,585.99), including interest at 6.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on December 2, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: PARCEL B: BEGINNING AT A POINT OF THE EAST-WEST 1 / 4 LINE OF SECTION 4, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DISTANT NORTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST, 852.50 FEET, FROM THE EAST 1 / 4 POST OF SAID SECTION 4, THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST, 247.50 FEET ALONG SAID EAST-WEST 1 / 4 LINE;THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST, 990.00 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 4; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 40 SECONDS EAST, 440.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST, 330.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST, 192.50 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST, 660.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. TOGETHER WITH A PRIVATE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS, EGRESS AND PUBLIC UTILITIES 66 FEET IN WIDTH, 33 FEET EACH SIDE OF A CENTERLINE DESCRIBED AS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EAST AND WEST 1 / 4 LINE OF SECTION 4, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, DISTANT NORTH 89 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST, 819.50 FEET FROM THE EAST 1 / 4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST, 660.00 FEET PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION TO THE END OF SAID CENTERLINE. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 29, 2010 U.S. BANK, NA Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77551230 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 NOTICE OF RIGHT TO NEGOTIATE MORTGAGE LOAN MODIFICATION This Notice is given to Sunshine E. Cook, a single woman (“Borrower”), whose address is 603 Gaskill Rd., Hastings, Michigan, and concerns a real estate mortgage (“Mortgage”) granted by the Borrower to FIRSTBANK-WEST MICHIGAN/ICNB MTG. CO., a Michigan banking corporation (“Mortgage Holder”), whose address is 302 W. Main St., Ionia, Michigan. The Mortgage covers property commonly known as 603 Gaskill Rd., Hastings, Michigan, which is legally described as follows: LOTS 11 AND 12, BALM-MEER PLAT, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT IN LIBER 5 OF PLATS PAGE 30, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS. CARLTON TWP., BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. Certain defaults have occurred under the Mortgage and the Mortgage Holder has or concurrently is mailing a Notice to Borrower (the “Notice by Mail”) pursuant to MCL 600.3205a(3) notifying Borrower of rights Borrower may have to request a meeting with the Mortgage Holder to negotiate certain types of modifications to the mortgage loan documents. Mortgage Holder gives further notice hereby in accordance with MCL 600.3205a(4). THE BORROWER IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT: (a) Borrower has the right to request a meeting with Mortgage Holder. (b) Mortgage Holder has designated CHERI HALL as the person (“Contact Person”) that the Borrower may contact about the Mortgage and the matters that are described in this Notice. The Contact Person has authority to make the agreements described in this Notice on behalf of Mortgage Holder. The Contact Person’s contact information is as follows: Website: www.firstbankmi.com Telephone: (989) 773-8339 (c) Borrower may contact a housing counselor (“Housing Counselor”) by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. The website address and telephone number of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority is: Website: www.michigan.gov/mshda Telephone: (517) 373-6840 (d) If the Borrower wishes to participate in an attempt to work out a modification of the mortgage loan, the Borrower must contact a Housing Counselor within 14 days. (e) If the Borrower requests a meeting (using a Housing Counselor) with the Contact Person within the time period provided in the Notice by Mail, Mortgage Holder will not start foreclosure proceedings until 90 days after the date of the Notice by Mail was sent to the Borrower. (f) If the Borrower and the Contact Person reach a written agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed so long as the Borrower abides by the terms of modification agreement. (g) The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is: 1-800-9680738. Dated: November 09, 2010 FIRSTBANK By: Cheri Hall 06730919 Its: Asst. Vice President THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Penny R. Rider and Jack E. Rider Sr., Wife and Husband, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 12, 2006 and recorded May 25, 2006 in Instrument Number 1165148, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Federal National Mortgage Association by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Five Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty-Three and 53/100 Dollars ($65,823.53) including interest at 7.03% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on DECEMBER 2, 2010. Said premises are located in the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: Lot 29 of AW. Phillip's Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 18, Barry County Records. Parcel 2: Also conveying the South 1/2 of the parcel of land described as: Commencing at the Southwest comer of Lot 28 of AW. Phillip's Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 18, Barry County Records, for a place of beginning; thence South to the Northwest comer of Lot 29 of said AW. Phillip's Addition to the Village of Nashville; thence East 132 feet to the Northeast corner of said Lot 29; thence North to the Southeast corner of the aforesaid Lot 28; thence West 132 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to an easement for ingress and egress as recorded in Liber 487, on Page 626. Also conveying an easement for purposes of ingress and egress over the North 1/2 of that parcel of land described as: Commencing at the Southwest comer of Lot 28 of A.W. Phillip's Addition to the Village of Nashville for a place of beginning; thence South to the Northwest corner of Lot 29 of said AW. Phillip's Addition to the Village of Nashville; thence East 132 feet to the Northeast corner of said Lot 29; thence North to the Southeast corner of the aforesaid Lot 28; thence West 132 feet to the place of beginning. Said easement being recorded in Liber 487, Page 629. Said easement being subject to an easement held by Darrell Clements and Joanne Clements for parking a motor vehicle on the East 28 feet thereof. And parcel 2 above having a reservation of an easement for purposes of parking a motor vehicle on the East 28 feet thereof reserved to the owner of Lot 29 of said A W. Phillip's Addition to the Village of Nashville. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: November 4, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 650.0605 ASAP# FNMA3798190 11/04/2010, 11/11/2010, 77551225 11/18/2010, 11/25/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Victor Goodrich, An Unmarried Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 10, 2004, and recorded on February 23, 2004 in instrument 1122583, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Corporation (USA) as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Two Thousand Ninety-Four and 15/100 Dollars ($172,094.15), including interest at 2.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, except 10 acres in the Northwest corner thereof, also except commencing 378 feet West of the intersection of Lacey and Schreiner Roads, thence South 250 feet, thence West 300 feet, thence North 250 feet, thence East to the place of beginning, also excepting from the above described description; A parcel of property located in the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as commencing 300 feet South of the intersection of Lacey and Schreiner Roads, thence West 378 feet, thence North 50 feet, thence West 300 feet, thence South 542 feet, thence East 678 feet, thence North 492 feet to the place of beginning. Also except part of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 11, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the East 1/4 corner of said Section, thence North 660 feet along the East line to the point of beginning, thence West 695 feet at right angles to said East line, thence North 626.77 feet parallel to said East line, thence East 695 feet at right angles, thence South 626.77 feet along said East line to the point of beginning. Also except: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 11, thence West 378 feet, thence South 300 feet, thence East 378 feet, thence North 300 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550830 File #344108F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ronald J. Angus and Jacqueline S. Angus, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 5, 2005, and recorded on October 12, 2005 in instrument 1154352, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Nine And 38/100 Dollars ($150,199.38), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point North 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds West (recorded North) 1434.18 feet and South 89 degrees 27 minutes 36 seconds East (recorded East) 393.20 feet from the West 1/4 post of Section 22, Township 1 North, Range 7 West, Assyria Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North 01 degrees 01 minutes 48 seconds West, 203.08 feet along cemetery property; thence North 03 degrees 19 minutes 48 seconds East, 99.37 feet along said cemetery property; thence North 87 degrees 57 minutes 11 seconds West, 192.00 feet along said cemetery property to a point 208.69 feet East of the West line of Section 22; thence North 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds West1 337.32 feet; thence south 89 degrees 01 minutes 28 seconds West, 208.69 feet to a point on the West line of Section 22, distant South 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds East (recorded South) 566.28 feet from the Northwest corner of Section 22; thence North 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds West, 84.00 feet along the West Section line; thence North 89 degrees 01 minutes 28 seconds East, 208.69 feet; thence North 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds West, 51.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 27 minutes 36 seconds East, 175.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 58 minutes 32 seconds West, 217.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 27 minutes 36 seconds East parallel with the North line of Section 22 and 208.69 feet South thereform, a distance of 945.68 feet to the West 1/8 line of Section 22; thence Southerly 996.73 feet along said 1/8 line; thence Westerly 936.15 feet, more or less, to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550648 File #342034F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Norma Sullivan, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 17, 2007, and recorded on October 29, 2007 in instrument 20071029-0003536, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Six Hundred Twenty-Four and 21/100 Dollars ($122,624.21), including interest at 7.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel B: That part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 4, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section ;thence North 88 degrees 59 minutes 55 seconds West 440.00 feet along the South line of said Southeast 1/4 to the point of beginning; thence North 88 degrees West 569.00 feet along the South line; thence North 00 degrees 20 minutes 40 seconds East 327.00 feet; thence South 88 degrees 59 minutes 55 seconds East 519.00 feet ; thence North 00 degrees 20 minutes 40 seconds East 78.00 feet; thence South 88 degrees 59 minutes 55 seconds East 50.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 40 seconds West 405.00 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to as a driveway easement for the property lying directly to the East, described as the East 46 feet of the South 90 feet of the above described Parcel B. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #346470F01 06730797 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carl S. Zurhorst, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Amerifirst Financial Corporation, Mortgagee, dated April 30, 2003, and recorded on May 2, 2003 in instrument 1103289, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty-Seven and 62/100 Dollars ($99,837.62), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 6 rods of the North 64 rods of the East one-half of the Northwest one-quarter of Section 17, Town 1 North, Range 10 West. EXCEPT; Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 17, Town 1 North, Range 10 West; thence South 01 degrees 12 minutes 48 seconds East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 17 a distance of 957.00 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West parallel with the North line of said Section 17 a distance of 372.50 feet to the true place of beginning, and running thence South 01 degrees 12 minutes 48 seconds East parallel with said North and South 1/4 line 25.00 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West parallel with said North Section line 190.00 feet; thence North 01 degrees 12 minutes 48 seconds West 25.00 feet; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 190.00 feet to the place of beginning, ALSO commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 17, Town 1 North, Range 10 West; thence South 01 degrees 12 minutes 48 seconds East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 17 a distance of 957.00 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West parallel with the North line of said Section 17 a distance of 562.5 feet to the true place of beginning and running thence North 01 degrees 12 minutes 48 seconds West parallel with said North and South 1/4 line 6.27 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West parallel with said North Section line 757.5 feet, more or less, to the West line of the East 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 17, thence Southerly along said West line 6.27 feet; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 757.5 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #034871F03 77551407 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Daniel Rininger and Michelle Rininger, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 21, 2005, and recorded on April 27, 2005 in instrument 1145525, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Forty-Seven and 09/100 Dollars ($125,447.09), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 2 of Reppert Acres, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 26 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550837 File #295850F03 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Travis Bender and Michelle Bender, husband and wife to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated March 22, 2004 and recorded April 5, 2004 in Instrument # 1124728 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned through mesne assignments to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Trust 2004-R4, Asset-Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2004-R4 by assignment of mortgage dated October 22, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Five Hundred Nine Thousand One Hundred Twenty-One Dollars and Twenty-Five Cents ($509,121.25) including interest 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on December 2, 2010 Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the East one half of the Southwest one quarter of Section 19, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, described as commencing at the center of said Section 19; thence South 2137.68 feet along the North and South one quarter line of said Section to the Southerly line of a private road; thence South 38 degrees 51 minutes West along the Southerly line of said road to the South line of said Section 19; thence North 38 degrees 51 minutes East 149.50 feet for the place of beginning; thence North 38 degrees 51 minutes East 80 feet; thence South 51 degrees 8 minutes East 120 feet more or less to the shore of Fine Lake; thence Southwesterly along the shore of said Fine Lake to a point South 51 degrees 8 minutes East from the place of beginning; thence North 51 degrees 8 minutes West to the place of beginning. Except: Commencing at the U.S. Meander Post on the South line of Section 19, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, at its intersection with the West shores of Fine Lake; thence North 40 degrees East 136 feet; thence North 50 degrees West 52 feet to the true place of beginning; thence South 40 degrees West 7 feet; thence North 50 degrees West 46 feet; thence North 40 degrees East 7 feet; thence South 50 degrees East 46 feet to the place of beginning. Also commencing at the center of said Section 19; thence South 2085.07 feet along the North and South one quarter line of said Section 19, to the Northerly line of a private road; thence South 38 degrees 51 minutes West 486.42 feet along the Northerly line of said road for the place of beginning; thence South 38 degrees 51 minutes West 80 feet; thence North 51 degrees 8 minutes West 121.11 feet; thence North 39 degrees 13 minutes East 80 feet; thence South 51 degrees 8 minutes East 120.49 feet to the place of beginning. Together with an easement for road purposes described as: commencing at the center of S/07 feet along the North and South one quarter line of said section for the place of beginning; thence South 38 degrees 51 minutes West 742.70 feet along the Northerly line of a private road to the North line of West Beach, according to the recorded plat thereof; thence North 89 degrees 48 minutes 30 seconds East 42.49 feet along the North line of said plat; thence North 38 degrees 51 minutes East along the Southerly line of said private road to the North and South one quarter line; thence North along said one quarter line to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 3531 West Shore Dr, Battle Creek MI 49017 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 11/04/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee in trust for the benefit of the Certificateholders for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Trust 2004-R4, Asset-Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2004-R4 Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77551268 Our File No: 10-29967 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — Page 15 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Douglas L. Maiville and Karen Maiville, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 4281 Heath Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-9737. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1312 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from November 5, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after November 5, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 349269F01 06730761 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Hilda A. Jackson and Norman Jackson, Jr. Wife and Husband, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage Services Co, Mortgagee, dated August 15, 2002, and recorded on August 23, 2002 in instrument 1086112, and assigned by said Mortgagee to National City Mortgage Co. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Nine Thousand Six Hundred ThirtyEight and 53/100 Dollars ($89,638.53), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 249 and 250 of Al-Gon-Quin Lake Resort Properties, Unit No. 2 according to the Plat thereof Recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 63 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #335647F01 77551310 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Brian Lebeck and Katie Lebeck, Husband and Wife to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated July 14, 2004 and recorded July 28, 2004 in Instrument # 1131505 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned through mesne assignments to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-IA1 by assignment of mortgage dated September 29, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy Thousand Three Hundred Eighteen Dollars and Sixty-One Cents ($70,318.61) including interest 5.95% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on December 2, 2010 Said premises are situated in Village of Delton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 51, J.R. Bush's First Addition to the Village of Delton, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 33. Commonly known as 148 Low St, Delton MI 49046 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 10/28/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-IA1 Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77550909 Our File No: 10-30518 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by CHARLES C. REESE III, A MARRIED MAN and MICHELE REESE, HIS WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated July 2, 2004, and recorded on July 7, 2004, in Document No. 1130462, and modified, recorded April 19, 2010, in Document No. 201004190004036, and assigned by said mortgagee to FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Nine Dollars and Six Cents ($94,879.06), including interest at 5.000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on November 18, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 610 OF THE CITY, FORMERLY VILLAGE OF HASTINGS, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 12, 2010 FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77550712 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ann R Smith, original mortgagor(s), to First Place Bank, Mortgagee, dated January 10, 2007, and recorded on January 24, 2007 in instrument 1175538, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Two Hundred Five and 77/100 Dollars ($94,205.77), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3, Block 3 R.J. Grant's Seconds Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of plats, page 16 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #200399F02 77551332 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nancy K. Rhodes and Craig A. Rhodes, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 12, 2008, and recorded on September 3, 2008 in instrument 200809030008796, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-Eight and 78/100 Dollars ($150,588.78), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3, Hunters Ridge Estates Subdivision, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 6, Page(s) 12 of Plats, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551401 File #346572F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Fern Taylor and Willie Taylor, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 2685 Panama Dr, Delton, MI 490469107. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from November 8, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after November 8, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 350989F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Roderick Meeuwsen and Denette Meeuwsen, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11916 Saddler Rd, Plainwell, MI 49080-9298. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from November 8, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after November 8, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 151165F02 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Curt G. Griffis and Tonya A. Griffis, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 6623 Lafountaine Dr, Plainwell, MI 49080-8242. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from November 5, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after November 5, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 348835F01 06730784 77551417 77551319 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to April Murray and Richard Murray, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 402 E Green St, Hastings, MI 490581931. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from November 8, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after November 8, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 351133F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mark C. Penrod, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated May 28, 2008, and recorded on May 30, 2008 in instrument 20080530-0005733, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Twenty Thousand Three Hundred Thirty And 05/100 Dollars ($20,330.05), including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6, Block 11, H.J. Kentfield's Addition, according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 9 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550701 File #347961F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN JUDICIAL DISTRICT 5TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY PROBATE ORDER FOR ALTERNATE SERVICE CASE NO. 10-531-CH Court Address: 220 W. State St., Hastings, MI 49058 Court Telephone No. (269) 945-1285 Plaintiff name(s) CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff’s attorney Bree Anne Stopera (P71734) TROTT & TROTT, P.C. 31440 Northwestern Hwy., Ste. 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334 248-341-4671 v Defendant name(s) Any and All Unknown Claimants, Owners, Heirs, Devisees, or Assignees or Unknown Claimants or Owners to the Manufactured Home Located at 4109 E. Joy Road Shelbyville, Michigan 49344-9652 In the Matter of Citimortgage, Inc. vs. Charles R. Wiltse, et al. THE COURT FINDS: 1. Service of process upon defendant Any and All Unknown Claimants, Owners, Heirs, Devisees, or Assignees, etc... cannot reasonably be made as provided in MCR 2.105, and service of process may be made in a manner which is reasonably calculated to give defendant actual notice of the proceedings and an opportunity to be heard. IT IS ORDERED: 2. Service of the summons and complaint and a copy of this order may be made by the following method(s): a. First Class mail to 4109 E. Joy Road, Shelbyville, MI 49344-9652. b. Tacking or firmly affixing to the door at 4109 E. Joy Road, Shelbyville, MI 49344-9652. d. Other: Via publication pursuant to MCR 2.201(D), per 2.106(D). 3. For each method used, proof of service must be filed promptly with the court. Date: 10/18/10 James H. Fisher, Judge. 77550903 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Andrea Sypniewski, an unmarried woman and Dorothy Sypniewski, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 14, 2006, and recorded on October 3, 2006 in instrument 1170890, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to OneWest Bank, FSB as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty And 48/100 Dollars ($79,980.48), including interest at 7.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on November 18, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 1 and 4, Block 10, Assessor's Plat Number 3 of the Village of Middleville, County of Barry, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 11, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 21, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550687 File #345312F01 06730782 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gordon N. Allerding an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 10, 2003, and recorded on June 27, 2003 in instrument 1107357, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Four Hundred Thirty-Four and 67/100 Dollars ($100,434.67), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that certain parcel of land situated in the County of Barry, State of Michigan, being known and designated as commencing 1320 feet East of the Northwest corner of Section 9, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, for the point of beginning; thence East 330 feet; thence South 660 feet; thence West 330 feet; thence hence North to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 4, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551118 File #349460F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Stephanie M Sabo, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to SBC Mortgage, LLC, Mortgagee, dated February 26, 2003, and recorded on March 14, 2003 in instrument 1099451, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Six Thousand Two Hundred Ninety-Seven and 09/100 Dollars ($96,297.09), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 2, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 60 feet of Lot 4, Block 16 of Keelers Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats page 12 and described as: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Lot Number 4 of block 16 of Keelers addition to the village of Middleville, according to the recorded plat thereof, thence West 6 rods;thence South 60 feet(recorded 60 rods); thence East 6 rods; thence North 60 feet to the lace of beginning, thornapple township, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: October 28, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77550843 File #342235F01 �Page 16 — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner days served, and 36 months of probation. He must pay $628 in court costs, attend substance abuse counseling and cognitive behavior therapy. Patrick’s driver’s license will also be suspended for 180 days. COURT NEWS Russell M. Freds, 56, of Middleville was sentenced Nov. 4 in Barry County Circuit Court for operating a vehicle while impaired. Freds was ordered to serve six months in jail with credit for two days. Jail time will be suspended with successful completion of 36 months of probation and participation in drug court. Freds also must pay $1,568 in court costs and restitution. A charge of operating while intoxicated, third offense, was dropped. On Nov. 4, David A. Huffman of Delton was sentenced for operating while intoxicated, second offense. Huffman, 47, was ordered to serve 12 months in jail, with credit for eight days, in addition to 36 months of probation. The last six months of jail time will be suspended upon payment of costs and restitution totaling $1,628. Charges dropped by the prosecutor included operating with license suspended, revoked or denied and having an open alcohol container in his vehi- cle. In Circuit Court Nov. 4, Terrie Clemens of Hastings was sentenced to six months in jail for false pretenses of $1,000 to $20,000. Clemens was found guilty of claiming compensation from the State of Michigan for child care expenses for children not at her licensed child care facility at specific times. Clemens, 51, must pay $23,524 in costs and restitution and serve 24 months of probation. The balance of her jail time was to be suspended if $12,000 was paid by Nov. 8, with discharge of probation on payment in full. Any income tax refund will be applied to payment of restitution. A charge of false pretenses $20,000 or more was dropped. Michael R. Patrick Jr. of Olivet was sentenced Nov. 4 for controlled substance possession of methamphetamine. Patrick, 32, will serve 12 months in jail with credit for 56 A Dowling man, Cory J. Bromley, 18, was sentenced Nov. 3 to serve seven days in jail for larceny of a building. Bromley was convicted of stealing an iPod at Delton Kellogg High School. He was assigned Youth Trainee Status and will serve no more than 12 months on probation. Bromley must pay $699 in costs and restitution, with the balance of jail time suspended on payment of $628. A charge of stolen property receiving and concealing less than $200 was dropped. Amanda K. Wieas, 25, of Battle Creek, pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and careless driving. She was sentenced Nov. 3 to serve three months in jail with the balance suspended. Wieas must serve 12 months on probation and pay $531 in costs and restitution. Charges of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder, assault with a dangerous weapon and felonious driving were dropped. Recent case dates back several years by David DeDecker Staff Writer The case of Bradley Leatherman was more complex than first reported in the Court News, the Hastings Banner of Nov. 4. In the issue, Leatherman, 41, of Dowling was sentenced to 12 months in jail after he pleaded guilty to criminal sexual conduct, second degree, with a person under 13 years of age. The report also stated several charges were dropped including criminal sexual conduct, first degree with person under 13; criminal sexual conduct, second degree with person under 13; and accosting children for immoral purposes. Banner staff has learned recently that the case spans back many years and through sev- eral layers of legal action. According to Barry County Prosecutor Tom Evans, in 2003, a court ruled that a plea offer was not furnished to Leatherman by his attorney. Traditionally, during preliminary examination, if the defendant pleads to criminal sexual conduct, second degree, the prosecution will drop the other charges, and both parties agree to a one-year jail time cap. According to the prosecutor’s office, the message they received was Leatherman was offered such a plea deal, but refused the deal. Eventually, Leatherman went to trial and was convicted of all four of the above charges. He received a sentence to match his convictions. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 Estate Sale Estate Sale National Ads ESTATE SALE: TUESDAY, November 16th, 9am-6pm; Wednesday, November 17th, 9am-3pm. Numbers at 8:30am Tuesday. 7355 Cascade Terrace, SE, Grand Rapids, 49546. Lovely home of a former music professor filled with treasures. Several sofas, loveseats, chairs, side and coffee tables and lamps of all sizes. Many Ethan Allen pieces. 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After Leatherman was sentenced, he filed a motion for “ineffective assistance of counsel” claiming many things. The main item addressed was the alleged “failure to convey a plea offer” by the defendant’s lawyer. The next legal step, a Ginther Hearing, occurred in Barry County Circuit Court in 2004, to determine if a new trial should be granted. Judge James Fisher heard testimony from nine witnesses, concluding that the claim of ineffective assistance of counsel was not valid and that no prejudice was involved. There would be no new trial. Leatherman went to the Michigan Court of Appeals in 2005, which found the Barry County Circuit Court ruling to be correct and upheld the decision. Leatherman responded by filing a leave of application with the Michigan Supreme Court in 2006. The state’s highest court declined to hear the case. Leatherman then filed a writ of habeous corpus for unlawful imprisonment in U.S. District Court in 2008. That federal court overturned the decision made by the Michigan Court of Appeals. In response, the Barry County prosecutor took the case to the U.S. Court of Appeals in January of this year. This court noted that someone facing years of imprisonment would not logically turn down a plea of one year, if it was offered. The federal appeals court ruled in favor of Leatherman and ordered the county prosecutor to offer the original plea deal. Coming full circle, seven years later, the case returned to Barry County Circuit Court, before Judge Fisher. As ordered by the U.S. Court of Appeals, the prosecutor offered a plea deal of criminal sexual conduct, second degree, with a one-year jail cap. Leatherman, at this point, had served fiveplus years in prison. The judge ruled he had already served his 12-month jail time, but must pay the mandatory $360 in court costs. Possible abduction reported near Freeport by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Parents in the Thornapple Kellogg School District received an instant message alert Friday, Nov. 5, notifying them of an incident in the Freeport area that had occurred at approximately 2:55 p.m. near 108th Street and Freeport Avenue. Transportation Supervisor Matt Funk sent out a message that said, “We have a report that a middle school student was approached ... The man attempted to take the student’s backpack, was unsuccessful and fled the scene. The student was not harmed.” The man was described as a white male, in his 40s, approximately 5 feet, 11 inches tall, weighing 200 pounds with short hair and wearing a camouflage hat. He had no facial hair. The vehicle he drove was described as a small, old, rusty red pickup truck. This message was sent to parents to encourage them and students to be cautious and report any information to the administration office at 269-795-5530. The Kent County Sheriff’s department is involved in this investigation. POLICE BEAT Delton woman rolls car after collision Hastings Police responded to an accident Nov. 8 at the intersection of East Walnut and South East streets. An eastbound vehicle driven by a 34-year-old Delton woman failed to yield to a southbound vehicle driven by a 24 -year-old Hastings woman. The collision pushed the Delton driver’s vehicle into the curb, causing the vehicle to roll over, landing on its roof. Mercy Ambulance responded to the scene and transported the driver and a 16year-old passenger to Pennock Hospital for treatment. Their conditions are unknown. Tipsy minors had help Hastings Police responded to an assault complaint at a residence on East High Street Nov. 4. Officers spoke with the female victim, 17, who informed officers she was at a party and assaulted by two females. She said she did not want to pursue a formal complaint. She did, however, need assistance in retrieving personal property. The officers detected a strong odor of intoxicants on the breath of the victim and a Breathalyzer test registered .12 percent blood alcohol level. Officers made contact with the alleged assailants at the High Street residence. Two additional females were cited for being minors in possession of alcohol. A Hastings man, 21, is suspected for providing alcohol to the minors, and a warrant is being pursued for his arrest. The three teens were released to the custody of their parents. Movies are in the bag, but not for long Hastings Police responded a retail fraud complaint at Family Fare Supermarket Nov. 7. Store security personnel told the officer that a 20-year-old Hastings female was observed putting several DVD movies inside a large handbag and left the store without paying for them. A loss-prevention officer confronted the suspect as she entered the parking lot and had her return to the store. An investigating officer spoke with the suspect, who admitted to taking the DVDs, valued at $118, with no intention of paying. The woman was placed under arrest and lodged at the Barry County Jail on charges of retail fraud, third degree. Vehicle had much more than a loud exhaust Nashville police pulled over a vehicle with loud exhaust system Nov. 8. During the stop, a male passenger was found to have an outstanding warrant. When the vehicle was searched, with permission of the driver, police discovered a total of 8.80 grams of methamphetamine in three different location of the vehicle. Also found were a large supply of empty syringes. Three out of the four occupants of the vehicle were arrested for possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver. The case was forwarded to the Barry County prosecutor’s office. Freeport break-ins continue Oct. 21, while on the scene of a breaking and entering at the Freeport Mill, deputies were approached by an owner of Casey’s Diner. She reported that her Freeport restaurant also had been burglarized. Deputies investigated the scene and discovered that suspect(s) broke a window at the back of the diner. Two cash registers were pried open, and a basement safe was broken. The diner’s owner reported more than $2,000 missing. During the investigation, two footprints were photographed on a rug next to the safe. Medicine taken from pantry A 26-year-old Hastings man reported that his home on Center Road was burglarized. Deputies responded to a call Oct. 29 and spoke to the complainant. The man said he uses medical marijuana for chronic back pain and showed the deputies his medical marijuana application. He reported that a Mason jar was taken from his kitchen cupboard containing two ounces of marijuana, valued at $500. Deputies found that suspect(s) had entered the premises through an unlocked front window and left through the front door. Officers found no fingerprints, other information or suspects. Fuel thefts on the rise Barry County Sheriff deputies responded to a larceny at the Express Mart on East Broadway in Woodland Oct. 31. The attendant reported that a white male in his early 30s, in a silver SUV with a carrier attached to the hitch, drove into the station and pumped $40 of gasoline. He proceeded to drive off without paying. A security camera revealed no more information, having a bad angle on the suspect, and the carrier obscuring the license number. The case is closed pending more information. Reported Nov. 4, at the same location, an older man, driving a four-door beige Buick, drove away after pumping $39.04 in gasoline. He was wearing a blue coat and red hat. Vandals smash glass inside and out Deputies responded to a Delton residence Nov. 3 on a report of a burglary. Upon arrival at the Mullen Road home, deputies noticed windows smashed throughout the house. Deputies reported that the contents of the home were thrown about, especially electronics such as televisions, computers and stereos. Some were thrown outside through the windows. Deputies found a ladder leaning against the upstairs rear window. In the driveway, windows of a 1986 Ford Mustang and Ford pickup also were smashed. A neighbor called deputies after hearing the breaking glass and voices late at night. No fingerprints were found, but a smoked cigarette was found in the kitchen and was taken into evidence. The homeowners do not smoke. Shopper not interested in parking lot deal A man was leaving the Hastings Save-a-Lot Nov. 4 when he was approached by two white males. They offered to sell him a slightly damaged stereo/theater system. The complainant said the two men seemed anxious to make a sale. The suspects offered to go to the complainant’s home and install the system. The complainant refused. The men, both of whom he said were clean cut, of average height and build and in their late 20s, drove off in a late-model, gray Silverado with leather cap on the truck’s bed. One suspect had a cursive letter tattooed on his neck. No license number was obtained. Piece of cement likely used in break-in A Bellevue woman reported Oct. 25 that her East Tasker Road home had been burglarized. Deputies responded to find a broken window at the back of the home’s walk-in basement. Deputies suspected that a broken piece of cement they found was used to break the window. The homeowner told deputies that jewelry and a .22 caliber revolver were taken from her bedroom. She told deputies that she suspected no one, but currently had a lawsuit against her neighbors for a dog bite. No fingerprints were found. A blue rubber glove was discovered near a pile of broken up cement near the neighbors’ residence. When questioned, neighbors denied being involved. Multiple convictions don’t stop driver A 30-year-old Middleville man was pulled over while heading south on M-37, in response to a complaint from his ex-wife. The complainant reported that the man had taken their children from school in Wyoming and was driving back to Middleville, without a driver’s license. She suspected he was driving a 1993 green Mazda two-door. When the vehicle was located and pulled over, the children, age 4 and 5, were sleeping in the back seat. The suspect had 10 prior convictions of driving with license suspended, as well as a criminal bench warrant out of Barry County. The man was arrested and taken into custody. The children’s grandmother was contacted, and she transported them to her home. The case is open and has been forwarded to the prosecutor’s office. Be informed! Read The BANNER every week! Copies conveniently available on newsstands throughout the Barry County area. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — Page 17 Vikings live up to slogan in ending Saxons’ year by Brett Bremer Sports Editor “Dominate.” “That has been our slogan all year. In our huddle, we say dominate every single time,” said Lakewood senior setter Lexie Spetoskey. Dominate is what the Vikings did in their Class B District Semifinal at Hastings Thursday. Lakewood scored a 25-4, 25-13, 25-6 win over the host Saxons. The Vikings had leads of 15-0 and 23-1 in that first game. “We were full of energy tonight. We wanted to take care of business,” Spetoskey said. The Vikings went on to take care of business Saturday too, topping Delton Kellogg in the district championship game and avenging a loss to the team which knocked them out of the 2009 district tournament. “I think about (the loss to Delton) almost daily,” Spetoskey said, “because I don’t like the way it felt last year when we lost to them. I don’t like to feel that way. I’m pretty sure the team feels the same way.” Spetoskey had 21 assists and 11 digs in the Vikings’ win over the Saxons. Anna Lynch led the way for the Vikings, with 20 kills and 13 digs. Chelsea Lake added 14 kills, seven digs, six aces, and a team-high five blocks. “They love the game. They love to play. And they love to win,” said Lakewood head coach Kellie Rowland. “That’s the character they have. They act that way in the class room. They’re leaders in clubs. That’s just who they are.” The Vikings had lots of contributors in the win over Hastings. Olivia Davis had 15 assists. Kalli Barrone and Emily Kutch both had a block. Brooke Wieland had four aces. Kristin Hilley had seven digs, and a teamhigh seven aces and 31 service points. Nearly half of those service points came in the The Saxons’ Gabby Eaton passes the ball during Thursday night’s Class B District Semifinal against Lakewood. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Vikings’ run of 15-straight points to start the first set. “Phenomenal,” Hastings head coach Gina McMahon said of Lakewood. “Errorless I think that first game, that first set. The girls knew they were very good. I didn’t tell them how phenomenal.” Using a solo block the Saxons couldn’t slow down the Vikings much at the net, but having five girls playing defense in the back helped them dig up a few balls. “That first game we definitely had great serve receive, but they picked everything up when we hit the ball,” McMahon said. The Saxons’ best run came in the second set, where they were as close as 14-11 midway through thanks to a couple kills from Kayla Vogel. Vogel led Hastings with nine kills. Stephanie Warren had the second highest Saxon total, with just three. Warren also had a team-high ten digs. Setter Veronica Hayden finished with nine assists and seven digs of her own. “They were going in as fighters. They kept fighting and battling and fighting and battling,” McMahon said. “For us, we did well.” The Saxons did well all season. Their 30 wins are the most for the program in at least the past 12 seasons, since McMahon has been a part of the program. “This team had great personalities, attitude, work ethic, leadership, support for one another. Trust equals relationships,” McMahon planned to tell her team at Wednesday’s season ending banquet. “You can measure success anyway you want - 30 wins, two first place trophies, a runner up trophy and an all-conference player on your team, coming in first when running the mile, getting all of your serves in, or relationships. “I hope all the volleyball players walk away and have great memories of this year’s volleyball season. As they get older, they will probably forget the number of wins and losses, trophies, getting all of their serves in, etc., but they won’t forget about the relationships.” Hastings’ Stephanie Warren (5) goes up in an attempt to block an attack by Lakewood’s Anna Lynch Thursday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxon setter Veronica Hayden tips the ball back over the net against Lakewood during Thursday’s Class B District Semifinal contest at Hastings High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Valley girls go for their first regional title tonight by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions aren’t taking it easy on themselves, or their opponents. Maple Valley’s varsity volleyball team is one victory away from its first ever regional championship after Tuesday’s 25-22, 25-27, 25-18, 25-15 victory over Byron in the Class C Regional Semifinals at Bellevue High School. The only other district championship the Maple Valley program has ever earned was won in 2007. The Lions prepped for the district final at Potterville last week by having a tough practice Friday. The night before the district championship game against Bath they ran 17 suicides, by choice. “They take pride in themselves that they’re physically fit. When the other team is breathing hard and sweating all over the place my girls are saying bring it on,” said Maple Valley head coach Sarah Carpenter. “We decided as a team that it’s time to kick it in to high gear and step up our practice. We’re determined to go as far as we can. We’re not going to take it easy.” After splitting the first two games with Byron Tuesday, the margin of victory for the Maple Valley girls grew in game three and then was the largest of the evening in game four. “It was a full team effort,” Carpenter said. “Tiffani Allwardt passed incredibly last night. The girls hit. They executed. They continued to push. Byron is a very good team.” Allwardt finished the night with six digs as well as two kills and two assists. Allwardt and Timara Burd’s solid passing helped make things easier on setter Karlee Mater who finished the evening with 18 assists as well as a team-high 11 digs. Hanneke Olthof had seven digs, Kaitlyn Petersen six and Burd four. Kate Ancincova led the Lions in kills with 15 and also had four blocks. Olthof finished with ten kills. Olthof and Petersen had two aces each. The Lions will face Hanover-Horton in the Class C Regional Semifinals Thursday at Bellevue High School. “(Hanover-Horton) is tall. They had six girls with registered blocks (in the regional semifinal),” said Carpenter. “We know they can block. We know they can hit. We’re going to have to make sure we take them out of sync by not allowing good passing.” In the district championship match at Potterville Saturday, the Lions defeated Bath 25-13, 26-24, 25-22. “Bath is a very good team, and my girls did the same thing. They came ready to play and mastered the physical and mental aspects necessary to win a match. They executed, all of them,” Carpenter said. “I don’t have stars. I have a team. It takes all of them playing well as a team, and that’s our saying this year ‘togetherness’, to get as far as we’ve gotten.” Ancincova had 15 kills, eight digs and two blocks in the district championship. Olthof added six kills and five digs, while Allwardt finished with eight kills and three digs. Lindsey Mudge chipped in six kills. Mater had 23 assists. Burd had a team-high three aces. Maple Valley’s Karlee Mater sets herself to pass the ball as teammate Tiffani Allwardt looks on during Tuesday’s Class C Regional Semifinal contest at Bellevue High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Swimmers win three at league meet The Lions’ Kaitlyn Petersen (6) and Kate Ancincova (15) go up to block an attack by Byron’s Chelsea Potter during their Class C Regional Semifinal Tuesday at Bellevue. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Call 269-945-9554 anytime for Hastings Banner ads The Thornapple Kellogg-Hastings varsity girls’ swimming and diving team got off to a great start at the conference championships they hosted Saturday, and went on to a solid third-place finish in the O-K Rainbow Tier II. The Trojan foursome of Kayla Strumberger, Alexa Schipper, Natalie VanDenack and Patricia opened the meet by winning the 200-yard medley relay in 1 minute 54.27 seconds. They set a new school record in the process, and all four earned allconference honors. Schipper, a sophomore, went on to win two other individual titles. She set school, pool, and conference records in the 100-yard breaststroke with a time of 1:07.89, breaking the record time she put up last year of 1:09.62. She finished nearly 2.5 seconds ahead of the runner-up in the race, Grand Rapids Catholic Central’s Jorgie Watson. Schipper also won the 100-yard butterfly in 1:03.18. VanDenack was the runner-up in both of the freestyle sprints, finishing the 50-yard race in 25.53 seconds and the 100 in 55.65. Calvin Christian’s Tristyn Edsall won the 50yard freestyle in 25.08 and Catholic Central’s Kristine Craven the 100 in 55.21. Schipper and VanDenack teamed up with Garber and Kaylee DeMink to place second to Catholic Central in the 200-yard freestyle relay with a time of 1:46.01. The Forest Hills Northern-Eastern team took the day’s team championship with 532 points, followed by Catholic Central 390, Thornapple Kellogg-Hastings 309, West Catholic 293, Calvin Christian 220, Wayland 182, Creston-Central 97 and Ottawa Hills 58. TK-Hastings had a pair of third-place finishes. Strumberger was third in the 100-yard backstroke with her time of 1:05.00. In the diving competition, Tracy Hodges was third with a score of 291.15. The Trojans’ had three divers finish in the top ten, with Brieanna Sheldon ninth in 238.30 and Marie Gutgsell tenth in 221.80. West Catholic had the top two divers, with Erica Wysocki turning in a score of 320.65 and Anna Barry a 300.25. TK-Hastings’ 400-yard freestyle relay team of Kayla Kroells, Casidee Martin, DeMink and Strumberger was fifth in 4:07.68. Maple Valley Wrestling Club hosting sign-up night Tuesday The Maple Valley Wrestling Club will be holding a sign-up night Tuesday, Nov. 16 at the Maple Valley High School cafeteria. The session will run from 5:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. Wrestlers ages 5 to 15 are invited to participate, and they must be between kindergarten and eighth grade. The cost is $40, which may be paid by cash, check or money order. Checks should be made payable to the Maple Valley Wrestling Club. New members are asked to also bring a copy of the child’s birth certificate to the sign-up. The club will hold practices on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 7, beginning Nov. 16 and ending the first week of April. The club will also be wrestling at tournaments on Sundays, beginning in December, and will be having dual meets on Mondays in January. Questions should be directed to the club’s website at MapleValleyWrestlingClub@gmail.com, or to Jason Murton or Lane Brumm by phone. Murton’s phone number is (517) 204-6402 and Brumm’s is (517) 231-6809. �Page 18 — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Vikes one win from quarterfinals on home court by Brett Bremer Sports Editor It only gets louder from here on out. Lakewood’s varsity volleyball team scored a 25-14, 25-17, 25-16 victory over Battle Creek Harper Creek in the Class B Regional Semifinals at Three Rivers High School Tuesday. The Vikings are now just one win away from a date in the state quarterfinals, which will be played on their home floor Tuesday. As if facing the team that ended their 2009 season in the district finals, and just advancing as far as possible in the state tournament aren’t motivation enough. “It’s big,” Lakewood senior middle hitter Chelsea Lake said of the chance to play in a quarterfinal at LHS. “Everyone is saying they’re going to be there. It’s going to be packed when we play. There’s not going to be any room. Come early.” The Vikings’ classmates were out in full force at Three Rivers Tuesday, and will likely be back again tonight when the Vikings face Plainwell in the regional finals. Grand Rapids Christian and East Grand Rapids meet in the regional final at Allendale tonight, with that winner also advancing to Lakewood Tuesday. “The crowd was loud here tonight,” said Harper Creek head coach Terra King. “It distracted the team and gave the girls a little bit of something to deal with they weren’t used to, and they didn’t respond well.” Lakewood raced out to a 7-3 advantage in the first set, spurred on by the rowdy crowd, and never really looked back. The Vikings led by the same margin early Lakewood’s Emily Kutch (2) goes up to block an attack by Harper Creek’s Breana Ganton during game one of Tuesday’s Class B Regional Semifinal at Three Rivers. (Photo by Brett Bremer) in game two and pushed the lead to as many as six points at 12-6 before the Beavers put together their best run of the night to take a 16-14 lead. That run was led by the strong serving of Beaver setter Leigh Barea and some solid attacks by Carson Sweet. “We had to relax and just stay behind the ball and move our feet,” Lake said. “Don’t get so uptight, that’s when you start shanking balls.” Lakewood called a time-out when the Beavers tied the second set at 14-14, and after falling behind by two went on a six-point run on the serve of Brooke Wieland to get control back. Anna Lynch powered that Lakewood rally with four kills. “They respond very well usually,” said Lakewood head coach Kellie Rowland. Lynch would lead the Vikings with 15 kills on the evening. She also had four blocks and 15 digs. Lake finished with 13 kills, three blocks and 12 digs. Kalli Barrone chipped in three kills and five blocks at the net. Viking setter Lexie Spetoskey finished with 20 assists and 16 digs. Both coaches said that the short preparation time was a challenge. King said her team had difficulty dealing with the Vikings’ many weapons as opposed to a team with one “puncher” to go to. Rowland said her team was focused on slowing down Barea’s attack, forcing her to be almost exclusively a passer. Barea finished with 20 assists and four kills. Sweet led the Beavers with 14 kills. “It’s a heart-breaker,” King said. “It’s disappointing to come this far and grow as much as our team has grown and take this loss.” The Vikings’ Chelsea Lake (15) blasts an attack over the block of Harper Creek’s Casey Dickerson (10) and Leigh Barea (13) during game one Tuesday night at Three Rivers High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lakewood gets its revenge, tops Delton in district finals The better team won in 2009 and the better team won in 2010. Lakewood and Delton Kellogg met for the second straight season in the Class B District finals. The Panthers took the first meeting, and Lakewood got its revenge in Hastings Saturday by scoring a 25-17, 25-5, 25-11 victory. “I was very pleased with them Saturday,” said Lakewood head coach Kellie Rowland. “They didn’t show many weaknesses Saturday. Every player was on Saturday. They moved well. They attacked very well.” Anna Lynch and Chelsea Lake led the attack with 11 and 10 kills respectively. The Vikings were able to spread the offense around though, with Lexie Spetoskey and Emily Kutch both adding four kills as well. Spetoskey finished the night with 14 assists and Kutch had four blocks. Olivia Davis Delton Kellogg’s Kami McCowan (right) and Adrianna Culbert collide as they both try to dig a ball during Saturday’s Class B District Final at Hastings High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) chipped in nine assists. Rowland said that sophomores Davis and Kutch probably had the best match of their high school careers. The Vikings will be tough to beat if that keeps up. The Vikings also got eight aces and 16 digs from Lake, three blocks and three aces from Kalli Barrone. The Vikings made sure their serves were tough to pass, and the Panthers didn’t pass very well. Delton Kellogg, which went on to the state finals after beating the Vikings in the playoffs last season, was led by all-stater Adrianna Culbert who finished with 11 kills, eight digs, three blocks and four assists. The Panthers also got four kills and three blocks from Carly Boehm, three kills and two blocks from Alisha VanderWoude, and four assists from Kami McCowan. Delton Kellogg varsity volleyball coach Jack Magelssen talks things over with his team after its 3-0 loss to Lakewood in the Class B District Finals at Hastings High School Saturday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Trojans happy with fight against DK BOWLING SCORES by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Delton Kellogg had too much power for the Trojans Thursday in the Class B District Semifinals at Hastings, and scored a 25-12, 25-14, 25-13 victory to advance to Saturday’s district championship match against Lakewood. The TK coach was happy with her team’s fight, again though. “I feel like they tried,” TK head coach Stacey Woodall said Thursday, “and they were aggressive considering how hard (Delton) hits. They had a lot of tools we don’t have. I felt like all the long rallies, the ones that last five minutes, we won most of those.” The Trojans got five kills from Alyssa Weesie. Erin Ellinger added ten digs and three kills. Kenzie Webster and Molly Lark had five assists each, while Lark also chipped in ten digs. “I knew we had to show up, because I figured Thornapple is real scrappy and they fought hard and we couldn’t let them in the Thornapple Kellogg’s Sydney LeMay leaps up to tap the ball over the block being put up by Delton Kellogg’s Alisha VanderWoude (6) and Carly Boehm (11). (Photo by Brett Bremer) Thornapple Kellogg’s Erin Ellinger passes the ball during Thursday’s Class B Semifinal loss to Delton Kellogg at Hastings High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) game. They’re dangerous in the fact that they just play hard,” Delton Kellogg head coach Jack Magelssen said. “We have to play a lot better, obviously, Saturday.” All-stater Adrianna Culbert led the Delton Kellogg hard hitters with nine kills and four blocks. She also had six aces, 13 digs, and 15 assists. Delton also got nine kills and three blocks from middle Carly Boehm. Taylor Blacken led the Panthers with 23 digs. “I think we controlled the tempo of the game, and that was probably the biggest thing,” Magelssen said. The coaches agreed that the speed of the game favored the Panthers. “The game was faster than what we have played in a very long time,” Woodall said. “We had a hard time adjusting to the speed. We haven’t played a game like that in weeks. “The biggest thing is when you pass the ball where it needs to go, the setter just has to release it from her hands. They were great passers. They put the ball to the setter every time for the most part.” Friday Night Mixed Strike Kings 24; 9 N-A-Wiggle 21; Heads Out 21; Dum Schitz 20; Ten Pins 19; B.C. Hillbillies 19; Matt’s Bunch 17.5; Shut Up N Bowl 17.5; All But One 14; Spencer’s Towing 12; Spare Time 10. Women’s Good Games & Series: K. Becker 200-541; A. Hall 193-527; A. Churchill 171-450; a. Keillor 157-424; L. Potter 181; B. Jackson 141. Men’s Good Games & Series: M. Hall 203-528; D. Sears 187-495; J. Wanland 234; H. Pennington 207 M. Kasinsky 201; B. Madden 185; K. Phenix 185. 506; P. Gasper 185-541. Sunday Night Mixed Man Down 19.5; What’s Up 18.5; Lane Masters 17.5; You’re Up N Sh*t 17.5; Sunday Snoozers 17; Rollin Olins 16.5; Sandbaggers 15.5; The Eastsiders 15.5; The Heath Gang 13; Straight Liners 9. Women’s Good Games & Series: M. Simpson 211-566; M. Daniels 201-529; J. Rice 180-518; F. Ames 200-518; B. Heath 203-468; J. Garrett 111-318; K. Becker 199; N. Shafer 190; B. James 179; K. Kuhlman 167; J. Shoebridge 163. Men’s good Games & Series: R. Guild 241-657; S. Olin 224-617; Ty. Heath 215-595; B. Heath 165-458; E. Rice 146-442; M. Bassett 150-5429; B. Shafer 215; B. Hubbell 212; J. Lesick 193; J. Shoebridge 182; D. Garrett 154; M. Strong 144; B. Kelley 178. Tuesday Night Mixed Barry County Red Cross 31-9; Boyce Milk Hauler 27-13; Hastings City Bank 25-15; JBar Antique Tractors 20-20; Hurless Machine Shop 12-28; Dirt Broke 5-35. Men’s High Games: B. Bryan 223; G. Hause 199; D. Blakely 197; K. Beebe 182; P. Scobey 179; M. Yost 178; C. Steeby 168; J. Ulrich 165. Men’s High Series: B. Bryan 553; G. Hause 549; D. Blakely 555; K. Beebe 460; P. Scobey 509; M. Yost 410; C. Steeby 419; J. Ulrich 420. Women’s High Games: S. Beebe 185; B. Wilkins 182; D. Ware 178; B. Smith 154; B. Ramey 150; V. Scobey 129; R. Gross 125; S. Henion 124. Women’s High Series: S. Beebe 509; B. Wilkins 518; D. Ware 447; B. Smith 409; B. Ramey 370; V. Scobey 374; R. Gross 360; S. Henion 369. Wed. P.M. The River 21.5-14.5; Hair Care 21-15; Eye & ENT 21-15; Mill’s Landing 18.5-17.5; Four Pals 18-18. Good Games & Series: D. Huver 191; K. Moore 131; J. Shurlow 150; D. Seeber 192; B. Hathaway 163; J. Pettengill 135. Senior Citizens Butterfingers 23-13; Just Having Fun 2214; Early Risers 22-14; Ward’s Friends 21-15; Three Gals & A Guy 17-19; Usedtobe #1 1719; King Pins 17-19; M&M’s 16-20; Kuempel 13-23; Sun Risers 12-24. Good Games & Series - Women: S. Patch 180; M. Wieland 176; R. Murphy 167-444; B. Maker 161-460. Good Games & Series - Men: L. Brandt 210; R. Walker 172; M. Saldivar 179; R. Hart 187-481; D. Murphy 149; C. Purdum, Sr. 200535; J. Kleinbrink 174-489; W. Talsma 180- Mixerettes Kent Oil 25-11; Dean’s Dolls 23-13; Good Friends 22-14; James Process Service 20-16; Dewey’s Auto Body 19-17; Nashville Chiropractic 18-18; N B T 15-21. Good Games & Series: E. Ulrich 176-461; J. Alflen 187; J. Rice 172-481; L. Elliston 221-517; B. Hathaway 167; T. Redman 175417; V. Carr 169-463; S. Nash 162-430; M. Rodgers 191-495; T. Christopher 200-543; N. Bechtel 172-437; P. Fowler 187-478; N. Potter 163-465; S. Dunham 190-494. Tuesday Trios Look Insurance 30-10; Lakewood Trio 25.5-14.5; CB’s 25-15; Coleman Agency 2416; Framed In 24-16; Classic Trio 23-17; Lu’s Team 14-26; Twisted Sisters 13-27; Trouble 12.5-27.5; Delton Pole 11-29. High Games & Series: A. Trumble 105; S. Madry 146; L. Trumble 159-412; S. Smith 164-409; D. James 172-512; M. Heath 166; D. Hunt 151-422; S. Faught 114; N. Shafer 213554; C. Etts 115-336; O Gillons 140; T. Thompson 145; K. Carpenter 144-416; L. Potter 187-535; S. Vandenberg 194; T. Daniels 212-551; S. McKee 204-554; P. Ramey 171491; R. Brummel 157; B. Innes 172-390; S. Burd 136-361; C. Allwardt 147-419; N. Shaw 173-408; B. Stacey 176-381. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — Page 19 Winchester second place a second time at MIS by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Even the most experienced runners can get thrown a little bit when the finish line is in view. Thornapple Kellogg senior Allyson Winchester earned her fourth state medal, scoring her second runner-up finish with a new personal record time of 17 minutes 42.4 seconds at the Division 2 State Finals in Brooklyn Saturday. She was beaten out by Zeeland West’s Rachele Schulist, who won in 17:39.7. “The whole race I was on her heels,” Winchester said, “then she started to pull away, then I made it up. I decided to take the lead with a little bit left (about 250 meters), but that only lasted for five seconds. I didn’t really think that through.” Not far past the 2.5 mile-mark runners cross pit row at Michigan International Speedway and start a long stretch towards the finish in front of the main grandstand. The finish line is in sight. “I was just anxious I guess,” Winchester said. “I thought I had it, but realized there was a lot further left.” Winchester’s previous PR was set her sophomore season, when she placed second at the state finals. She was happy though to see that her time was faster than her older sister Rebecca’s collegiate PR at Grand Valley State University. “She literally gave everything she had,” TK head coach Tammy Benjamin said. “It was a great race.” Winchester’s teammate Casey Lawson, a sophomore, had a great race too, scoring her first state medal in her second appearance in the finals. She placed 21st in 18:38.6. The top 30 in each race at MIS Saturday earned state medals. “I just ran a smart race,” Lawson said. “I took from last year and thought about all sorts of things I should have done.” “The start definitely (was one spot where experience helped), just get out and go and then try to conserve a little bit for the end. I knew that was going to be the hardest part just because so many girls are pushing and trying to move up spots.” It’s the first time the Trojan girls’ team has had two runners earn state medals in the same year since 2001. “They were just ready to face,” Benjamin said. “I saw it at the regional meet, and this week in our training. This week we ran a hard five-mile Wednesday and I told them I thought ‘there’s nothing else you can do.’ “I would have been disappointed if they both weren’t up there (on the medal stand).” They were the only two local medallists. Hastings’ freshman Trista Straub was 180th in 20:44.8. Grand Rapids Christian’s Julia Bos, who was fourth overall in 17:48.3, led her team to the state championship. The Eagles finished with just 111 points. Hamilton was a close second with 116 points, followed by East Grand Rapids 177, East Lansing 202, Forest Hills Eastern 220, Cedar Springs 236, Otsego 246, Ionia 274, Mt. Pleasant 291 and St. Johns 301 in the top ten. Forest Hills Northern won the Division 2 boys’ championship on the day, with 108 Thornapple Kellogg’s Allyson Winchester (968) races along with the front pack just past the mile-mark at Saturday’s Division 2 State Finals, a pack which also included Zeeland West’s Rachele Schulist (1001), Plainwell’s Makenzie Evers (980) and Hamilton’s Molly Oren (839). (Photo by Brett Bremer) points. Mason was second with 163 followed by Grand Rapids Christian 202, Fremont 213, Ionia 216, Sparta 238, St. Joseph 239, Otsego 264, East Lansing 264 and Haslett 266 in the top ten. Thornapple Kellogg junior Dustin Brummel was 20 places and about 18 seconds out of the medals, finishing 50th in 16:28.8. Lakewood’s Tucker Seese races to the finish just ahead of Hazel Park’s Dallas Shields Saturday at the Division 2 State Finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hastings freshman Trista Straube cruises towards the finish line at Saturday’s Division 2 State Finals in Brooklyn. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lakewood senior Tucker Seese was 118th in 16:59.6. It was the first state finals appearance for both. Mattawan’s Alex Standiford won the Division 2 individual title, finishing in 15:19.6. Chelsea’s Bryce Bradley was second in 15:27.0. We recognize the many sacrifices made by our men and women in uniform both today and throughout our Nation’s history. For all that you are, and all that you have given to our country, we salute you, Veterans. Thank you for protecting our freedom at home and overseas. Your service and your sacrifice will always be remembered. 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Love, your family “Our Hero” Love, your children and grandchildren Paul Alexander ARMY 4TH INFANTRY VIETNAM 66-67 82ND AIRBORNE 67-68 Thornapple Kellogg’s Dustin Brummel works his way through the pack at the start of Saturday’s Division 2 State Finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 SEAMAN Samantha Mater We’re so proud of you. Love, your family Harland “Pete” Blair WWII ARMY Thank you for preserving freedom and our way of life. We love you. Your family Grant Aaron Grandpa Endsley We are very proud of your service. Love, your family PVT. FIRST CLASS Terra Nassif My soldier, my hero, my daughter. Love, Mom & Walt �Page 20 — Thursday, November 11, 2010 — The Hastings Banner DK boys not last at state finals Delton Kellogg’s Kannon Hoffman and Zach Haas run through the crowd at the start of Saturday morning’s Division 3 boys’ race at the State Finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor A sense of humor can come in handy at the state cross country finals, but a team only wants to lean on that for so long. Delton Kellogg’s varsity boys’ cross country team finished 18th Saturday in the Division 3 State Finals at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, putting the Panther team near the middle of the 27team pack. “Our goal was to not get last,” said Delton Kellogg senior Tyler Bourdo, “because that’s what we usually get, last year and I think the time before that. It was just a joke not to get last this year.” The Panther boys were 29th out of 29 teams in the Division 3 boys’ race at MIS in 2009. In 2003, the Panther team was one spot from last, 26th out of 27. Moving up wasn’t really just a joke though. “They were serious about it,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Dale Grimes. “You’ve got to be able to joke about it a little bit. You’ve got to be able to laugh at yourself sometimes, one time.” Grandville Calvin Christian won the Division 3 boys’ championship Saturday, with 107 points. Lansing Catholic was second with 192, followed by Shepherd 212. Delton Kellogg finished with 379 points. The Panthers’ Kalamazoo Valley Association rivals from Schoolcraft were 11th with 304 points, and Hackett Catholic Central was 21st with 454 points. “That was a large team goal that the team has had for what five years now,” Grimes said of beating Hackett, “every year, having them here and in the KVA and seeing them at regionals.” Delton’s boys’ team was led by a pair of juniors, Ryan Watson who was 52nd overall in 16 minutes 49.9 seconds. Austin Ketola placed 84th in 17:05.9. Behind them, Raymond Vickery was 116th in 17:27.2, Bourdo 12th in 17:46.5 and Kannon Hoffman 187th in 18:07.8. Vickery had a huge race, knocking nearly 30 seconds off his previous personal record of 17:55. The experience of having run at the 2009 finals helped. “It was nice,” Bourdo said. “I knew the course a little bit more. I knew where to push and what not. “You’ve got to know the end right here is longer than it looks. It takes forever. And not to go out too hard like everyone else does.” The leaders can go out fairly hard, to get to the front of the huge pack. Shepherd’s Caleb Rhynard was well in front of the pack at the end, winning the Division 3 boys’ race in 15:26.9. Almont’s Dylan Creger was second in 15:48.5. Allendale’s Ali Wiersma beat out HanoverHorton’s Lindsey Burdette for the individual girls’ championship in Division 3. Wiersma came in at 18:00.6, with Burdette finishing in 18:06.7. Burdette’s Hanover-Horton girls’ team took the championship though, with 88 points thanks to six all-state performances. The top 30 runners in each race Saturday earned allstate medals. Benzie Central was second with 129 points and Kent City third with 188. The Delton Kellogg girls were near the bottom of the standings this time, placing 27th with 605 points. Jolene Drum led Delton with her 116th-place time of 20:32.0. “The exciting thing about the girls is that four of the top five are coming back next year,” Grimes said. “And we had a huge crowd. That’s another thing about today. The convoy we had leaving Delton, it was impressive. We had students here supporting the team, parents, alumni. It’s the best crowd we’ve had yet, and that’s a good thing for the young kids that didn’t run to see.” The youngest kids that did run for the Delton girls’ team were not too far behind the junior Drum. Sophomore Christi Boze was 136th in 20:50.9, sophomore Brianna Russell was 145th in 20:56.6 and freshman Sarah Rendon 177th in 21:34.5. The fifth Delton scorer was senior Renee McConahay, who placed 224th in 23:05.6. Maple Valley had one runner competing in the Division 3 girls’ championship, Jessica Rushford who was 101st overall in 20:21.9. The Panthers’ Taylor Hennessey (1303) and Emilee Everett (1302) race towards the finish line Saturday at Michigan International Speedway during the Division 3 State Finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Delton Kellogg’s Jolene Drum (1301) runs with the crowd as it start the second mile Saturday at the Division 3 State Finals in Brooklyn. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 77551370 The Panthers’ Ryan Watson (1036) races along just past the mile-mark, with teammate Austin Ketola not far behind, during Saturday’s Division 2 boys’ race at Michigan International Speedway. (Photo by Brett Bremer) � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-12-02.pdf 5080c966b7a036c8622fb9e8900d6809 PDF Text Text Connectivity is goal of trail association Shopping locally is important – and simple Hastings and Delton sports previewed See Story on Page 9 See Editorial on Page 4 See Stories on Pages 15-17 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 48 NEWS BRIEFS Humane Society giving away straw Saturday The Barry County Humane Society will be offering free straw for doghouses Saturday, Dec. 4, from 9 a.m. to noon. The straw will be available on a firstcome, first-served basis at Barry County Animal Control, 540 N. Industrial Park Dr. in Hastings. Questions should be directed to the Humane Society at 269945-0602. “If you, or someone you know, does not have a dog house for your outside dog and cannot afford one, the Humane Society may be able to help provide one,” said Kathy Wiggins. With cold, wet weather here, the Humane Society wants to remind everyone that all outside animals need proper shelter, with warm, dry bedding. Straw works well, she said, because it does not retain moisture the way blankets or towels do. Free breakfast with Santa is Saturday Pancakes and sausage will be free to all children from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, at the Delton Moose Lodge, located on M-43 Highway in Delton. Santa will be on hand to visit. Dog Park group collecting pet food The Hastings Dog Park Companions will pick up bags of dog and cat food during Hastings Christmas Parade which starts at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4. The group will donate the items to the Barry County Humane Society for the pet food pantry. During and after the parade, the Companions will also have a table set up downtown near WBCH where people may drop off pet food. Orangeville tree lighting is Sunday BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 Thursday, December 2, 2010 PRICE 75¢ Thornapple Manor still waiting on the State of Michigan by David DeDecker Staff Writer Thornapple Manor has been working for the past several months with the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) to correct several health care concerns the department noted on visits to the facility. Local residents and leaders are concerned about the complications that have brought the long-time facility’s admissions to a standstill. In fact, some involved feel the MDCH has dragged its feet on the issue. As reported in the Nov. 18 Banner, state citations were issued July 30, involving health care standard concerns that needed to be corrected within a three-month period. According to the state, at press time, the citations are considered uncorrected. Thornapple Manor has stopped admitting new residents and is being fined until the citations are resurveyed by the state and substantial corrections have been confirmed by the state surveyor. Dr. James Atkinson, a retired Hastings physician, now serves as state-appointed vice chairman on the Barry County Department of Human Services (DHS) Board. “The state is not responding,” said Atkinson. “When we asked where the issue stood, we were told the paperwork had been sitting on someone’s desk for three weeks. We were told they [the state] were understaffed and didn’t know when they would get back to us. We have been jumping through hoops. It makes me wonder how many other medical facilities in the state are waiting for answers. It’s despicable. We were told the citations were ‘D’ level, when they were actually ‘F’ level citations. Now, when a surveyor comes in for their review, a Barry County DHS Board member will be with them asking specific questions and demanding definite answers. [Lt. Gov.-elect] Brian Calley even sought answers from the MDCH, and from what I heard, he was told ‘It wasn’t his department’ and got no answers.” Calley’s office was contacted by Banner staff this week, but at press time was unable to comment. The county medical facility is losing more than $3,000 a day for beds now empty due to the stop-payment order. In addition, the manor is being charged $250 per day for fines imposed by the federal government and collected by the state. “Thornapple Manor has and will continue to provide the highest quality of care to its residents,” said Administrator Jim DeYoung. Barry County apportionment committee to form in January Although no preliminary numbers are available from the 2010 Census, Barry County’s apportionment committee will hold its organizational meeting in January to elect a chairperson and adopt its rules. The committee will be comprised of the county clerk, treasurer, prosecutor and the chairs of the Barry County Democratic and Republican parties. The apportionment committee will look at the census data with regard to population and determine how many districts will be in the county and how many people will be in each district. According to Barry County Clerk Pam Jarvis, a county cannot have less than five or more than 21 commissioners. She said the determination is based on mathematical formulas relating to population. Jarvis added that districts are to be compact and square and generally do not divide townships or combine townships with cities unless necessary to meet population standards. However, Barry County currently has a few exceptions to those rules. “We’re not supposed to divide townships and villages, but based on the population, we may have to do so. Irving Township has two commissioners and Orangeville has two commissioners to meet the population standards. Rutland Township is changing into two precincts, so that may also have an impact. We also have the village of Nashville which is in Castleton and Maple Grove townships,” she said. “You want to keep these things as much the same as you can.” Apportionment committees are required to meet and make their recommendations within 60 days of the publication of the census. Jarvis said she is not sure when the results would be published; however, she noted the results of the 2000 Census were published in April 2001. Apportionment occurs nationwide at the state and federal as well as county levels. Congress deals with the apportionment of the United States Senate and House of Representatives, while the states deal with the apportionment for their own houses of representatives and senates. If changes need to be made to Barry County’s apportionment, such modifications would be made at the time of the 2012 election; until that time all districts will remain the same. “At this time, the facility is not admitting new residents, simply because the regulations require that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services impose a denial of payment for new admissions if citations cannot be resolved in three months. This is a common enforcement remedy that has been imposed on many facilities in Michigan. However, this facility takes any citation and enforcement very seriously.” “We have been jumping through hoops. It makes me wonder how many other medical facilities in the state are waiting for answers. It’s despicable.” Dr. James Atkinson, vice chairperson, Barry County DHS Board When contacted this week, MDCH spokesman James McCurtis Jr. remarked, “At this time, there is nothing new to report on Thornapple Manor.” Mike Callton, Barry County Commissioner and 87th State Rep.-elect said, “I think that the DHS board, which oversees Thornapple Manor, better get serious. The spin in the paper was that the citations were somehow a good thing. I don’t buy that.” According to Atkinson, the MDCH surveyor was at Thornapple Manor again last Wednesday and Thursday, but has not report- ed to the facility. “A final report has not been issued on the most recent survey,” added DeYoung. “There are three outstanding issues on which this facility has submitted additional documentation and is in the process of discussing with the department. Thornapple Manor is committed to clearing these matters as expeditiously as possible so that we are able to better serve our community’s residents,” Thornapple Manor is a 138-bed facility owned by the county and governed by the Barry County Department of Human Services Board. That three-member panel is responsible for supervision and oversight of Thornapple Manor. The county appoints two of the board members, and the state appoints a third member. The board is authorized to appoint an administrator for the facility who manages its daily operations. Barry County voters approved a millage in 2005 for extensive expansion and remodeling of the facility, which was completed in 2009. “This is a very unfortunate situation,” said Robert Houtman, chair of the Barry County Board of Commissioners. “My view is that after the citations are abated, it would be appropriate for our local legislators to work with the Michigan Department of Community Health to expedite a final compliance review and thereby enable Thornapple Manor to admit new residents as soon as possible.” Thornapple Manor remains a health care asset to Barry County, providing numerous jobs and a variety of health services. “It’s unfortunate, but I’m confident the staff and administration will bring the facility back into compliance as quickly as possible,” said Craig Stolsonburg, Barry County Commissioner. The annual lighting of the Orangeville Christmas tree has been moved to Sunday, Dec. 5, at 5 p.m. The ceremony will take place in front of the Orangeville Township Hall and will include caroling. Following the tree lighting, refreshments will be served inside the township hall. Donations for the Orangeville Community Outreach Smiles Trees can be left at the hall that evening. World War II vets invited to dinner Dec. 7 Tuesday, Dec. 7, The Bib Restaurant near Gun Lake will serve a free meal to World War II veterans and their spouses. The meals, drinks and special desserts have been donated. The Bib also has a limousine to pick up the World War II veterans if they no longer drive. Music played in the background during this special dinner from 5 to 7:30 p.m. will be from the World War II era, including Glenn Miller. The Bib is at the corner of Patterson Road and 126th Avenue. For more information, call 269-792-8181. Reservations would be appreciated. Home Sweet Home tour Michigan State Police honor Hastings man During a surprise ceremony Tuesday afternoon, Michigan State Police Director Col. Eddie Washington Jr. (right) presents a plaque to Dave McIntyre, honoring him as the “founding father” of the Michigan State Police Hastings Post. See inside for more photos and the story. Dr. Larry and Diane Hawkins look over the stockings hung with care at their West Green Street home, which is one of five Hastings homes to be featured in the "Deck the Homes with Quilts” tour from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 5. The tour is sponsored by the GFWC-Hastings Women’s Club and the Thornapple Garden Club and is open to the public. Advance tour tickets with maps are available for $8 per person via e-mail at Thornapplegardenclub@yahoo.com and can be picked up the day of the tour at the Parish House. Tickets are also on sale at Hastings stores: Alfresco, Bosley Pharmacy, Barry County Chamber of Commerce office and Quilting Passions; tickets are also available at the Friends Quilting Basket in Lake Odessa. On the day of the tour, tickets with maps are $10 per person and available at the Episcopal Parish House and at each home on the tour. (Photo by Elaine Gilbert) �Page 2 — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Dave McIntyre honored as ‘founding father’ of State Police post in Hastings by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Two dozen current and retired Michigan State Police members plus other guests gathered Tuesday afternoon in Hastings for a surprise tribute to honor their long time friend and “family” member Dave McIntyre. McIntyre, news director of WBCH Radio where he has worked for 51 years, was hailed by Michigan State Police Director Col. Eddie Washington Jr. as the “founding father” of the State Police post in Hastings. Washington traveled from Lansing to present a special tribute to McIntyre. The Hastings Post began operations in June 1975. “I’m here to present you with a plaque that I think is pretty special because it talks about you being the founding father of the Michigan State Police Hastings Post,” Washington told McIntyre. “And as I understand it, it was 1973 to 1974 when you were putting folks on buses and driving up to the capital to get support for this team to be established here in this community. “I’m not sure if you were doing this for yourself so you could get all these ridealongs,” Washington quipped and the audience laughed. He was referring to the many memories shared at the event about McIntyre spending countless hours riding on patrol with State Police. “Or if it was a budgetary Current Hastings Post Commander Steve Harper (right) presents a gift to Dave McIntyre. thing where we could get free help on the weekends. Either way you got it done for us. “ ... On behalf of the men and women of the Michigan State Police, I’m proud to present you with this plaque that says: Michigan Department of State Police recognize Mr. Dave McIntyre as the founding father of the Michigan State Police Hastings Post and extends our deepest appreciation for your many decades of unwavering support to the men and women of the Michigan State Police ...” Washington added his personal thanks and on behalf of “previous directors and all of the men and women who serve the department, Sporting his new blue Michigan State Police jacket Dave McIntyre is pictured with family members who were in attendance at the surprise ceremony. From left, they are: Maria McIntyre, Alicia Bronson holding three-month old Danielle Bronson (Dave and Lois’ greatgranddaughter), Dan McIntyre, Lois McIntyre, Dave McIntyre, Cheryl Laws, Kelly McIntyre and Danny McIntyre. The Michigan State Police “family” gathered for a photo with Dave McIntyre. In the front row, from left, are members of the first Hastings Post team: Ed Buikema (who joined soon after the original team arrived), Ron Neil, Ron MacDonald, Ken Langford, Dave McIntyre, Al McCrumb, Carl Propst, Steve Miller, Dave Slenk; (middle row) Deputy Director Gary Gorski, Seth Reed, Phil McNabnay, Dale Lynema, Jo Klotz, Col. Eddie Washington Jr., Barry Schrader, Dan Cook, Greg Krusinga; (back row) Gary Newell, Steve Harper, Kevin McGaffigan, Phil Vannette, Rick Brown, Steve DeBoer and Terry Klotz. State Representative-elect Michael Callton (right) presents a state tribute to Dave McIntyre. Dave Slenk (right), part of the first team of Michigan State Police in Hastings, commends Dave McIntyre. 77551701 and you’ll find there’s more D iscoverto Hastings, explore this holiday season. Make your shopping and dining experience a very special one this season by discovering the vibrant charm of our unique shops & restaurants. Join us Friday, December 3rd from 5-8pm for Art at the Library, the Mayor’s Tree Lighting at 6pm & Saturday, December 4th at 2pm for the Holiday Parade in Downtown Hastings. Shop Downtown Hastings ... where the Holidays begin! especially here in the Hastings post for what you’ve done for us.” He also noted that some of the people attending the ceremony for McIntyre came from Chicago and other distant places “to have this kind of reunion, and that really says a lot about the man ...” Visibly touched by the tribute, McIntyre said he wanted to share the honor with the late Ethel Boze. “She (Boze) was the lady who was behind all of this. She was the catalyst who drove everyone of us and made us work for this (getting the post in Hastings) ..., “McIntyre said. “When we got on the bus to go to Lansing, there were about 35 of us who surprised a senator when we came charging into his office. He thought there would be two representatives from this area coming up to say we’d like to have a State Police Post. He got the message very quickly that we wanted one here, not because we didn’t think that law enforcement in the area wasn’t doing their job because they were doing their job, but they needed help. So, that’s why we have this great team here and these great people – Michigan State Police – who are part of our community with our city police, our township police, and our sheriff’s office. That makes it a family for all of us.” “Truly this is extremely humbling to be recognized,” McIntyre told the gathering, “but ... it’s great to see so many friends back in Hastings again. It’s been my pleasure to be invited in to be a part of the State Police ... I’ll continue that way as long as I can get down there every day ... Thank you all. God bless you. God bless America. “Totally surprised” was McIntyre’s reaction when he arrived at Pennock Health Services’ conference center, where the event was held. He received several standing ovations during the event. Ron Neil, who was part of the first Michigan State Police team in Hastings and later was post commander, had the idea for the tribute ceremony for McIntyre, organized the event and served as master of ceremonies. Neil said the purpose of the gathering was for everyone to say thanks to McIntyre faceto-face. He said McIntyre’s hand was the first one he shook when he arrived at the Hastings Moose for a welcome dinner for the State Police. “Right beside you was a feisty lady by the name of Ethel Boze. Ethel and Dave were two of the strongest voices in this community to Continued next page �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — Page 3 Work on Finkbeiner/Crane Road bridge project ends for season by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Brad Lamberg, managing director of the Barry County Road Commission, had a meeting Nov. 30 with Milbocker and Sons of Allegan, the contractor working on the Finkbeiner/Crane Road bridge project north of Middleville. Construction on the project that will give semi-trucks and other large vehicles a more direct route to Bradford White Corporation has been halted for the winter months. Work will resume when the weather breaks next spring. The cost of the project, including acquisition, construction, paving and final finishing is expected to total between $11 and $12 million. Lamberg said the project was paid by federal and state grants and other funds, including a cash donation of $640,000 from the Village of Middleville’s Local Development Finance Authority. Included in the funding is a $995,000 bond which will be paid over 20 years by Thornapple Township. “The cost of the project was not taken from the funds available for roads in the county through the road commission,” said Lamberg, adding that several communities that did not have projects funded this year were concerned that county funds were going to this project. Since the project began this past summer, Finkbeiner Road to the west of M-37 has been repaved. The bridges over Spring Creek and the Thornapple River have been built, and their concrete decks poured. When work resumes in the spring, the road grade will be raised between the existing roadways and the bridges and will be paved out to Whitneyville Road to the east. Lamberg said anticipates that the project will be completed by July of 2011. “I have heard from several area residents about the possibility of a traffic light being installed at the Finkbeiner Road intersection with M-37 Highway,” said Lamberg. “This will be a decision made by the Michigan Department of Transportation. They have not contacted me on this decision.” Lamberg also emphasized the importance of residents respecting the “no trespassing” signs on the bridge work site. The west side of Finkbeiner Road was repaved this fall as part of the Finkbeiner/Crane Road project. New guardrails were installed. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Construction on the bridge over Spring Creek is finished for the season. Work on the Finkbeiner/Crane Road project will resume in the spring. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Continued from previous page bring the State Police here to Hastings. Prior to that it was kind of a shared area community by several different posts. I know it was a tireless effort, trips to Lansing and a lot of lobbying to get this accomplished,” Neil said. “You and I have talked many times about the family of the State Police, and you are certainly part of that family,” he told McIntyre. “It just seems like you have been one of our biggest supporters in Barry County, and we needed to say thank you for that.” State Representative-elect Michael Callton, who is currently a Barry County Commissioner, presented McIntyre with a State of Michigan Tribute, signed by the governor, current State Rep. Brian Calley and State Sen. Patricia Birkholz. Callton said the beginning statement of the tribute summarizes it all: “To Dave McIntyre for all that he does for Barry County.” Dave Slenk, who was part of the first Hastings Post team, noted that Dave made daily visits to the Hastings post. He also talked about some of the “goofy” things they did. For instance, Slenk and McIntyre did a play-by-play weather report on WBCH, but radio listeners didn’t know he was sitting a few feet away from McIntyre in the station rather than being on the road. “We had a good time with that,” Slenk said. “I don’t think a weekend ever went by that you didn’t call and say ‘whoever is on midnight, just swing by and pick me up,’” Slenk said to McIntyre, who said he went on hundreds of patrols with the State Police. Now there are a lot of restrictions on when other people can ride and waivers have to be signed, said Slenk, who recalled some of the bizarre situations when McIntyre was a passenger. “We had great times. When Ron Neil called me and told me they were going to do this (surprise for McIntyre), I said bless you. It couldn’t happen to a nicer guy,” Slenk said. Ron MacDonald, the first commander of the Hastings team, also commended McIntyre for being a strong supporter of law enforcement in general, besides the State Police. “I worked very closely with him. I can remember if you were listening to WBCH when they had a weather bulletin, the beeping on that weather bulletin was an MSP radar unit. I was in the Kiwanis Club with Dave and enjoyed a close relationship ... He made the introduction into Hastings for the State Police an awful lot easier...” Gary Newell, former Hastings post commander and former state representative, said, “I just want to add my thanks also, Dave, for all that you have done for the community and for the department. Dave was not only a good friend to me as post commander, but he also served on my campaign committee when I ran for office. I greatly appreciate that.” Newell told of the time he sang a Christmas carol for a joke at WBCH, and for what he described as a long four-day weekend, the jingle ended up being heard by anyone who called the post and was placed on hold. The event to honor McIntyre was punctuat- ed with a lot of laughter as memories were shared. One of the recollections was of a Hastings Summerfest parade when McIntyre dressed up as Jimmy Carter and Dave Slenk wore a Richard Nixon mask and had a red phone that was supposed to be hot line to Russia. Several other troopers dressed up as Secret Service members. Current Hastings Post Commander Steve Harper said that he was a sergeant at the post 13 years ago and he always remembered McIntyre’s visits to the post. He presented McIntyre with a gift from the Hastings post as a token of appreciation. The gift included a jacket with a State Police logo and a gift certificate for a dinner out. Former Hastings Post commander Greg Krusinga, who is now 5th District commander, said, “The first day I got to Hastings, my first thought was who in the heck let the media guy past the front desk ... Come to find out, Dave is actually part of the post ... He’s got his own (coffee) cup here ...” He presented McIntyre with a cup from district headquarters. “I’ve always appreciated your professionalism, particularly in the media area. So many times there’s a distrust between law enforcement and media people. It took me awhile to get over that distrust, but I always appreciated that you were somebody there who was not interested in sensationalism but informing the public so they could make their own decisions about the community,” Krusinga told McIntyre. When Richard Zimmerman, former commander of the State Police Post in Hastings, was killed in a car accident in 1996, Ron Neil said he had the task of telling Zimmerman’s wife that he had been fatally injured. “The first person that I thought of to take with me was Dave (McIntyre) and his wife. They had been friends of Dick and his wife for many years. While it was an awful thing to have to ask of someone, there was no hesitation (on the part of McIntyre and his wife). I’ve never forgotten it. I truly felt there couldn’t have been anybody there that would have been more important to Dick and his wife ... Thank you both for that,” Neil said. “I have a feeling that Dave’s blood is bluer than most of ours, and it’s an MSP Blue. Again we thank you for all you’ve done for the department, and we want you to keep doing it,” Neil said. “... I can’t tell you how much we have appreciated your commitment to the department and to all of us as a family,” he said to McIntyre. All of the living former Hastings post commanders attended the ceremony. Other guests included Deputy Director of the Michigan State Police Gary Gorski, Deputy Chief Mike Leedy from the Hastings City Police, Hastings Mayor Bob May, WBCH Station Manager Ken Radant, State Rep.-elect Michael Callton, Commissioner-elect Ben Geiger, spouses of Michigan State Police, some members of McIntyre’s family, including his wife Lois, and other guests. Work continues on the Finkbeiner/Crane Road bridge over the Thornapple River Tuesday, Nov. 30. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Heavy equipment will be at work in the spring of 2011, raising the road grade, connecting the two bridges and paving. Work should be completed by July of 2011. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Follow the Stars H H H H H to one of the strongest banks in the nation. Hastings City Bank has been awarded BauerFinancial’s* highest 5 Star Superior rating for financial strength and stability as of June 30, 2010. We are the only bank in our service area to have this coveted rating. *No institution pays BauerFinancial to rate it, nor can any choose to be excluded. BauerFinancial has been providing the public with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions regarding their banking relationships for over a quarter of a century. For the rating of any U.S. bank or federally insured credit union, simply visit www.bauerfinancial.com 77552009 �Page 4 — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Lost dog incident doesn’t make sense To the editor: Approximately 2 1/2 weeks ago, our family dog was picked up from our property, east of Coats Grove. The person who picked up our dog from our property, knew where the dog belonged, but instead of going east 300 yards, she drove west a half mile, and said she was running late for work. So she locked our dog in her back yard. When she returned home, the dog had escaped. A couple of things don’t seem right. If you’re late for work, why stop and pick up your neighbor’s dog? Second, why not take the dog home 300 yards instead of an addi- tional half mile? Third, why pick up the dog if you know where it belongs? My point to all this is if the dog indeed escaped, she would have come home? Someone knows where the dog is or someone has killed the dog. Either way, we would like to know. There is a reward for our dog. She weighs approximately 12 pounds and is a blonde-miniature poodle mix. She will answer to Lucy. Please help us get our family member home. Jim Lumbert, Woodland Put Medicare prescription drug plans on holiday list by Vonda VanTil Social Security Public Affairs Specialist When you think of the end of a year, you may imagine such things as turkey dinners, family gatherings or the holiday shopping season. However, newly entitled and current Medicare beneficiaries who are considering changes to their Medicare Part D prescription drug plan might think of the end of the year as a time for thinking about Medicare. The Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program Open Season this year runs from Nov. 15 to Dec. 31. Joining a Medicare prescription drug plan is voluntary, and participants pay an additional monthly premium for the coverage. Some people with limited resources and income are eligible for extra help to pay for monthly premiums, annual deductibles, and prescription co-payments. To qualify for this extra help: • Your resources must be limited to $12,510 for an individual or $25,010 for a married couple living together. Resources include such things as bank accounts, stocks, and bonds. We do not count your house and car as resources. • Your annual income must be limited to $16,245 for an individual or $21,855 for a married couple living together. Even if your annual income is higher, you still may be able to get some help. Some examples where your income may be higher are if you or your spouse support other family members who live with you have earnings from work. To apply online for extra help, go to www.socialsecurity.gov/extrahelp or call 800-772-1213. Vonda VanTil is the public affairs specialist for West Michigan. You can write her c/o Social Security Administration, 50 College SE, Grand Rapids MI 49503 or via e-mail at vonda.vantil@ssa.gov. Write Us A Letter HERE ARE THE RULES: The Hastings Banner welcomes letters to the editor from readers, but there are a few conditions that must be met before they will be published. The requirements are: • All letters must be signed by the writer, with address and phone number provided for verification. All that will be printed is the writer’s name and community of residence. 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Shopping locally is important — and simple There’s been a great deal of publicity this year about the importance of shopping locally. You only have to look around as you travel throughout West Michigan or Barry County to notice the growing number of empty stores and realize how important it is for all of us to support our community merchants. According to a recent report released from the Michigan Retailers Association, shoppers are turning online in growing numbers, putting even more pressure on independent businesses and their survival. Yet most consumers don’t realize the threat this trend poses to their communities and the real cost residents face as neighborhood retailers close down. The loss of local independent businesses leaves a social and economic void that may not feel real until brick-and-mortar businesses decide to pack up. A locally owned independent business returns, back to the community, approximately 45 percent of each dollar spent. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, independent businesses help their communities through a multiplier effect: $1 spent at a locally owned business will return five times that amount within the community through city taxes, employee wages, and purchases of materials and supplies from other independent businesses in the community. These businesses also turn those dollars back to the community through school funding, social services and contributions to non-profit organizations. Chains and franchises tend to contribute roughly 40 percent — and at times as little as 20 percent of store sales — back to the community. Plus, large chains often are given tax breaks by cities that smaller independent businesses don’t get, so the smaller retail and service businesses end up contributing far more than their “big box” competitors. Local independent merchants are the fabric of our community. They are the places where you have a cup of coffee, buy a gift for a friend, enjoy lunch or dinner, buy groceries, pick up tools or supplies from the local hardware or lumber store. You can get a haircut, have your taxes prepared, have a prescription filled or apply for a loan or a mortgage at a local bank or credit union. These independent businesses provide all the services you use throughout the year, from vehicle repairs, to painting, remodeling, electrical work and plumbing. They will replace your furnace, install an air conditioner, insure your home or help you sell it. If you’re concerned about your health, these independent businesses provide eye care, dental, surgical services along with a list of procedures from your local hospital. Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Thornapple Brass, Thornapple Wind Band join for a holiday concert Sunday The public is invited to join the Thornapple Wind Band and their special guest, Thornapple Brass, for an afternoon of music and fun at 3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 5, at the Hastings High School lecture hall. The Thornapple Wind Band will be directed by Wisconsin native Dan Braker. He has a degree in music education from Wheaton College in Illinois and taught band in Chicago for four years. He conducted the Marquette City Band before moving to the Hastings area five years ago and joining the Thornapple Wind Band as co-director and French horn player. The Thornapple Brass was founded in 2003 by a group of friends from around Barry County. In addition to being featured previously with the Thornapple Wind Band, the brass quintet has performed at the dedications of Stagecoach Park in Middleville and the Thornapple Kellogg library. The ensemble has also played at Park Congregational Church in Grand Rapids and performed at several wedding ceremonies. Members of the quintet are Forrest Evans and Bill Johnson, trumpet; Tracy Texter, French horn; Mark Hurless, trombone; and Jake Blough, tuba. Music at the Dec. 5 concert will include “Hallelujah Chorus,” “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” and “Sleigh Ride.” A reception will follow. The Thornapple Wind Band was formed in 1996 to enrich the lives of its members and the surrounding community by offering free concerts several times a year. All adult musicians are encouraged to join the band for their winter session. Rehearsals begin Jan. 13, 2011, at 7 p.m. in the Hastings High School band room. To join the band, musicians may just show up at the rehearsal with their instruments. For more information, contact Bill Johnson at 269-795-3729 or johnsonbill1971@sbcglobal.net. Call 269-945-9554 any time for Hastings Banner classified ads Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. The list goes on — and each time you choose to spend money locally, you add to the strength and vitality of our community. Without these local businesses, much of our community’s character would be in jeopardy. They are the people who help support local schools, sports, music programs and much more. They give to churches, nonprofit groups, local community youth programs and more. Since the economy went into a tailspin, more consumers and community groups are actively supporting the small businesses of their communities, trying to avoid the closing of shops along Main Street. A program supported by the U.S. Department of Labor announced its support of the 3/50 Project — a program to save the brick-and-mortar businesses of our nation. The project encourages shoppers to pick three independently owned businesses and spend at least $50 a month at them. By doing so, local residents cam strengthen the impact small businesses have on our community. With a growing threat offered by Internet sales, U.S. officials are starting to promote the importance of supporting community businesses. Internet sales provide an unfair advantage over brickand-mortar businesses because they can take an order from a computer in another country, avoid hiring local employees while distributing merchandise from a depot located in a state offering the best tax benefits. Plus, when you buy online, Michigan loses the taxes on the sale, putting even more pressure on the state’s ability to provide good schools, roads and public services. To start with, state and federal legislators should demand that all online sales pay the appropriate sales tax — all levels of government need the additional revenue, plus it would level the playing field for local businesses. If you expect Barry County to remain strong in the coming years, then it’s up to you to support your local, independently owned businesses. Local owners are essential to the growth and stability of our community. They are the people that donate to local projects, serve on area boards and support community causes. When you spend your money locally, you’re investing in the vitality of our community in the years to come. It’s simple: pick three, spend $50 and join a grassroots effort of giving back — locally! Who do you help for the holidays? Several local organizations are getting ready to make sure that area residents in need still have a good Christmas. Is there one group you always help out? The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. 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Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — Page 5 Advent events begin at area churches Dowling Pleasantview Family Church at 2601 Lacey Road in Dowling will have its Christmas cantata Friday, Dec. 10, at 8 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 11, at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Hastings Grace Lutheran Church, 239 E. North St., will celebrate worship with family and friends Sunday, Dec. 12, at 10:45 a.m. worship service with a children’s Christmas program. Everyone will share in familiar Christmas carols, puppets, dance and music solos with Paula Allerding and friends. The birthday celebration for Jesus will include cake, cookies and punch after the worship. Participants can bring in pet items for donation to Mackenzie’s Animal Rescue or items for the church’s baby/family pantry as mission projects for the worship. Hastings Free Methodist Church, 2365 N. M-43 Highway, will host a children’s program Sunday, Dec. 5, at 10:30 a.m. “Tell Me the Story of Christmas” will be presented during the worship service. A candlelight service and Happy Birthday Jesus fellowship time with cookies will follow. This is open to the public. For more information, call 269-9455974. Thornapple Valley Church’s Christmas celebrations at the Hastings campus will be Saturday, Dec. 18, at 6 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 19, at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Christmas Eve services Friday, Dec. 24, will be at 3 and 4:30 p.m. TVC will not have services Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 25 and 26, or Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011. Regular services resume at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 315 W. Center St. Sunday services through Dec. 19 are at 10 a.m., Holy Communion, Rite II and at 11:30 a.m., Christian education: Handel’s Messiah, Part I. Dec. 3, the first Friday of Advent, at 7 p.m. includes the stations of the nativity and Holy Communion, Rite II. The Saint Nicholas Brunch will be Sunday, Dec. 12, at 11 a.m. in the Gury Parish House. A candlelight service with choral Holy Communion, Rite II, will begin Christmas Eve at 8 p.m. The Christmas Day service will begin at 11 a.m. with Holy Communion, Rite II. New Year’s Eve, service, beginning at 7 p.m., will include Holy Communion, Rite II. The Feast of the Epiphany will be celebrated Thursday, Jan. 6, at 7 p.m. with Stations of the Epiphany and Holy Communion, Rite II. For information about any of these services call 269-945-3014. Middleville A community carol sing is planned for Sunday, Dec. 5, at 6 p.m. at the Middleville Christian Reformed Church at 710 W. Main St. The Middleville United Methodist, Parmelee United Methodist and Middleville Christian Reformed churches are jointly hosting the event at Middleville Christian Reformed Church. Afterward, refreshments and coffee will be served. Everyone is welcome. Advent meals and candlelight evening prayer at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church continue on Wednesday, Dec. 8, with meal at 6 p.m., and the service at 7 p.m. These services continue on Wednesdays through Dec. 22. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is located at 908 West Main St. Call 269-795-2391 for more information. Peace Church at 6950 Cherry Valley Road has special events planned for Advent, Christmas and January. On Sundays through Dec. 19, the Advent choir will enhance the celebration at the 9:30 a.m. worship services. Two Christmas Eve candlelight services will be held. The family service will be at 7 and a traditional service at 11 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, the 9:30 a.m. worship service will include a celebration of Caraway Street’s 30th anniversary. Caraway Street, a puppet ministry for children (also entertaining to adults), will present a special program for all ages to celebrate 30 years of ministry at Peace Church. For more information about any of these services call 616-891-8119. Middleville United Methodist Church, 111 Church St., Middleville, will have the “Living Nativity” the week before Christmas. A live nativity is planned each evening Dec. 21 to 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. A family Christmas eve service will begin at 7 p.m. Special music will be performed only at the 11 p.m. service on Dec. 24. It will include music from both the bell choir and chancel choir. For more information about services in December, call 269-795-9266. Thornapple Valley Church Christmas celebrations at the Middleville campus will be Sunday, Dec. 19, at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Christmas Eve services will be at 3 and 4:30 p.m. There will be no services Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 25 and 26. Regular services resume at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 2. Orangeville Orangeville Baptist Church at 6921 Marsh Road has many activities planned for December. Beginning Sunday, Dec. 5, at 10 a.m. and continuing through the last Sunday in February, sermons will focus on “Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace — The Peacemaking Church.” Sunday, Dec. 19, the service 11 a.m. will include a Christmas message and music. At 6 p.m., the church will present the “Come As a Child” Christmas program. St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, 11850 W. Nine Mile Road is observing Advent through Sunday, Dec. 19. Services begin at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 19, a festival of lessons and carols will begin at 9:30 a.m. Christmas Eve at the church begins with a carol sing-a-long at 7 p.m. and celebration of the Eucharist at 7:30 p.m. No services will be held Christmas day. For more information, call 269-532-0115. Church clergy or staff who would like information about free Advent or Christmas events included in J-Ad Graphics’ papers should send the event date, time and location to Patricia Johns at patricia@jadgraphics.com. The deadline for information is Tuesday each week at 10 a.m. The e-mail should include the name, address and telephone number of the church. Information will be printed on a space-available basis. Middleville council raises water and sewer rates Approves ice skating rink ation of an industrial development district and other matters. Council members approved the 2011 meeting schedules for themselves, the planning commission, DDA and Local Development Finance Authority. Due to elections, some of the Tuesday meetings move to Wednesday. The dates will be posted at the village hall. Council approved the special event permit for Holly Trolley festivities Tuesday, Dec. 21. Charlie Miller from United Water reported that the recent heavy rainfall was more than 1.6 inches. The Middleville Planning Commission will meet Tuesday, Dec. 7. The agenda includes a public hearing on the medical marijuana ordinance. On Dec. 9 the skateboard park supporters will meet to work on fundraising to improve the Calvin Hill Park skateboard site. The meeting will begin in the main village hall meeting room at 6:30 p.m. The next village council meeting is the special meeting at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30. Free holiday concert to benefit high school choirs At 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, the Hastings High School Varsity Singers and the Women’s Honor’s Choir will present an evening of lessons and carols at the new First Presbyterian Church of Hastings located on North M-37. The students will be reading about the Christmas story and singing Christmas carols, old and new. All of the varsity singers will present readings or solos during the concert. Performing during the concert will be Taylor Carter, Ashlie Kinney, Alaina Case, Steven Maurer, Libby Cason, Ryan McNally, Myrina Clements, Laken Meade, Barbara Cotton, Jake Partridge, Tom Peurach, Katy Garber, Luke Domke, Gabby Eaton, Patricia Garber, Karistyn Sheldon, Brian Graybill, Amber Slagel, T.J. Heath, Jordan Swinkunas, Hannah Hodges, Natalie VanDenack, Olivia Rose, Jillian Bailey, Annaliese Bowers, Alexis Clow, Amanda Curtiss, Katy Endsley, Victoria Fueri, Kayla Gorodenski, Alexis Hickey, Emily Hodges, Heather Koneska, Raven Lyttle, Sarah Main, Kim Morris, Megan Morse, Amber Myers, Shelby Price, Stormey Rhodes, Jessica Shaffer, Cindy Tebo, Meg Travis and Hailey Walsh. The concert is free of charge. A basket will be passed to help raise funds for the Varsity Singers’ trip to Carnegie Hall in New York City. Shaw will retain seat on Maple Valley school board by Shari Carney Staff Writer The two-year term position seat on the Maple Valley Board of Education will be retained by Anthony Shaw, according to Superintendent Ronna Steel. After receiving the certified election results. Steel contacted the district’s attorney to ask what needed to be done about the two-year position. No one ran in the Nov. 2 election for the seat that is currently held by Shaw. Steel was told that according to Section 168.311 of the Michigan Compiled Law “An individual appointed under this subsection serves until a successor is elected and qualified.” Based upon this information, Shaw will retain the seat to which he was originally appointed. Shaw was one of six people who filed for four four-year terms, but was defeated. A new board president will be decided at the January 2011 meeting. The next election for board members will be in November 2012. Otis Sanctuary to share birdHastings Public Library feeding tips Michigan Audubon Program Coordinator Wendy Tatar will be at the Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary Saturday, Dec. 11, at 10 a.m. to present a program to help residents decide how to spend money on bird feeding. “It doesn’t make sense to spend money on bird feed that the birds aren’t going to eat or buy a feeder that lets most of the feed fall on the ground,” said Tater. She will present information on the types of seed, feeders, what birds are looking for and how to attract specific birds. The program fee is $2 per person; Michigan Audubon members and children ages 12 and under may attend for free. Children must be accompanied by an adult. To register, visit the Michigan Audubon website at www.michiganaudubon.org/education/eventcalendar. The Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary is located at 3560 Havens Road, approximately seven miles southwest of Hastings, Michigan. For additional information contact Tatar at the Lansing office, 517-886-9144, or wendy@michiganaudubon.org. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 announces weekly schedule Thursday, Dec. 2 — Movie Memories celebrates Christmas with “Meet Me in St. Louis,” 5 to 8 p.m.; library book club discusses A Long Way from Chicago by Richard Peck, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3 — preschool story time enjoys “The Stories of Mo Willems,” 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.; downtown Hastings Christmas celebration begins with Art at the Library, 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4 — Lego club creates “Scenes of the Future,” 10 a.m. to noon; downtown Hastings Christmas celebration pictures with Santa, 3 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 7 — toddler story time about penguins, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; teens meet, 6 to 7 p.m.; open chess club, 6 to 8 p.m.; Taste of the Holidays Tasting Party, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 8 — 1st to 3rd Club explores winter, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. Call the library for more information about any of the above at 269-945-4263. Welcome to the Do-It-Yourself DO-IT-YOURSELF CORNER Corner Keep Warm – Insulate that Attic! A well-insulated attic could slash your air conditioning bills throughout these warmer months in addition to reducing heating costs once winter rolls around. Adding additional insulation to an attic is often one of the most cost-effective strategies for improving the energy performance of a home. Not only will the added insulation reduce heating and air conditioning bills, but it will also improve comfort by helping to seal air leaks.” Here are steps to get started on this money-saving project that’s relatively easy to do yourself. Grab a yardstick or tape measure and make the ascent into your attic. Most attics use fiberglass or cellulose insulation with a R-value (the resistance to heat flow) around 3 per inch of attic insulation. Therefore, multiply the thickness of your current insulation by measuring its thickness in inches and multiplying that number by 3. For example, if you have loose-fill cellulose attic insulation measures 10 inches thick, you have an R-value of about 30. You should have at least an R-value of 50 for you attic. Subtract the R-value of your current insulation from the recommended R-value of 50 to find out how much insulation you need to add. So, continuing the example above, subtract 30 (determined in step 1) from the recommended 50, which gives you 20. This means you need an additional R-20 in insulation, or 7 inches of loose-fill cellulose insulation (20 divided by 3 equals approximately 7). If you need that insulation blower to add insulation, GRAND RENTAL STATION offers a rental unit for $40.00. KEEP WARM THIS WINTER AND SAVE MONEY! 575 Tanner Lake Road, Hastings, MI • Call us at 948-9891 77552015 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Middleville Village Council members voted to raise sewer and water rates within the village at their meeting Nov. 23. Starting Jan. 1, 2011, the per -quarter debt service charge will be $7.48, up from $5.76; the readiness-to-serve charge will be $10.58, up from $9.54; and the commodity charge will be $1.54 per 1,000 gallons used. Interim Village Manager Geoff Moffat reminded the council that there will still be a deficit even with the new water rates. Council member Shannon Endsley, the only member to vote against the water rate hike, said she was concerned about the water loss within the village. Council member Sue Merrill told everyone that this was a difficult issue, but looking at the commodity charge, those who purchase a liter of water at the supermarket sometimes pay more than village residents pay for a 1,000 gallons. All seven council members voted for the sewer rate hikes. Starting on Jan. 1, 2011, the sanitary debt service charge will be $39.70 per quarter. The readiness-to- serve charge will be $16.61, and the commodity charge will be $2.44 per 1,000 gallons. Moffat explained that formerly, in good development times, both these funds were subsidized by the village’s general fund. Now that the village is in a deficit condition under the overview of the State of Michigan, it can no longer do that. On the positive side, Moffat reviewed a budget amendment for the 2010 budget which shows approximately $60,000 in savings, mostly due to salary reductions. The council approved this budget amendment. On another more positive side, council approved a donation by the Downtown Development Authority of $1,100 to install an ice skating rink at Calvin Hill Park. Calvin Hill Park, behind the Middleville United Methodist Church, is not in the DDA area, which is why the donation was necessary. Sheryl Ayriss, a member of the DDA, told council that several parents came to the DDA to ask for a winter activity and suggested an ice skating rink. The temporary rink will be installed by volunteers with the assistance of the village’s department of public works. Ayriss said that the DDA decided to purchase good, rot-resistant lumber for the frame with a plastic liner. The rink will be installed over the basketball court at Calvin Hill. “Parent volunteers have already begun preparing the court for the rink,” Ayriss told the council. This will be a “skate at your own risk” and during daylight hours only, since there are no lights in the area. The board also heard from Guenther Neder asking that the village enforce its snow removal ordinance. The ordinance says that sidewalks should be cleared in a timely fashion. Neder explained that he is a runner, and last winter there were several very bad sidewalks that moved children and adults into the streets. Council members discussed how to enforce ordinances without negatively impacting elderly residents. Neder and council member Mike Lytle both said they help their neighbors in clearing snow from nearby sidewalks. Neder said he will work up a small announcement to give to residents in his area who do not clear their sidewalks. He will bring it in to the village office to review before making copies to distribute. The council then had to consider two more difficult issues. Bill Kenyon brought concerns about this year’s permit for the Christmas parade and a suggestion on how to bring snowmobiles back to the village. The Middleville Lions Club was charged $150 for this year’s Christmas parade, set for Dec. 4. The fee has been paid, but Kenyon, a charter member of the Lions Club when it started 50 years ago, told council that he remembers when the police and firemen donated their time for parades. Kenyon told the council that not-for-profit organizations should not have to pay this fee. He said the Lions Club has done much for the village and its residents, helping with the Memorial Day and Heritage Day parades so that they can take place with the Lions Club’s insurance umbrella over them. Shelley McQueen, a Lions Club member and the director of the DDA, asked the council to waive the fee. Kenyon added that the club cannot afford to pay this kind of fee. Following discussion, the issue was sent back to the committee for review. Clerk Jean Lamoreaux explained that the village is now charged by the Barry County Sheriff’s department for the use of reserve officers. Kenyon then presented a plan to bring snowmobiles back to the village. Snowmobiles would not be on village roads where they are not allowed but would be on village property. He told council members he thought this would be a good compromise that would allow snowmobile riders to shop and dine in the village. The issue will go to the parks and property committees to discuss with Kenyon and will be brought back to a future council meeting. Members of the parks and recreation committee continue to work on revisions to rental rates for Spring and Stagecoach parks. “We are trying to be fair,” said Merrill. “We are looking at rates for residents and non-residents.” Committee member Phil VanNoord said, “We do need to look at the condition of the bathroom area at Spring Park before setting rates.” The East Side Lift Station rebuilding should begin Monday, Dec. 6. However, Moffat told council that the village did not receive any bids for the initial bond offering. He has met with Chemical Bank, and all questions have been answered. He said he believes that the bank will provide an offer to the village for the capital improvement bond. The village will hold a special meeting at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30, to discuss the bond offer. Once the bonds are approved, work at the lift station can go forward. At the special meeting, council members also will discuss amendments to the personnel policies handbook, election dates and setting a 2011 budget hearing date and time, cre- Members of the Hastings High School Varsity Choir are (front row, from left) Libby Cason, Hannah Hodges, Laken Meade, Alaina Case, Barbara Cotton, Tom Peurach, Taylor Carter, Ashlie Kinney and TJ Heath, (second row) Jenny LaJoye, Amber Slagel, Karistyn Sheldon, Myrina Clements, (top row) Olivia Rose, Katy Garber, Brian Graybill, Gabby Eaton, Patricia Garber, Natalie VanDenack, Jake Partridge, Ryan McNally, Luke Domke, Jordan Swinkunas and Steven Maurer. �Page 6 — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa church to present cantata The chancel choir from Central United Methodist Church in Lake Odessa will be singing the Christmas cantata entitled “The Mystery and the Majesty” by Joseph M. Martin, Sunday, Dec. 5 at 4 p.m. Soloists will include, Carole Reiser, Tom Reiser and Lori McNeill. A nursery will be provided, and refreshments will follow the program. A freewill offering will be taken for the Lakewood Community Christmas Basket Project. The choir is directed by Ginny Kruisenga, accompanied by Pat Werdon on piano, and Kathy Good playing the flute. Worship Together… 77551688 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music; Josh Maurer, Youth Pastor. Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for all ages,10:30 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service, Jr. & Sr. High Groups. Wednesday, Family Night 6:30 p.m., Awana, Bible Study, Praise and Prayer. Call Church Office 948-8004 for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. OrangevilleBpaitst. org. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. Beginning Sunday, Dec. 5 at 10 a.m. and continuing through the last Sunday in February: “Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace - The Peacemaking Church.” Sunday, Dec. 19 at 11 a.m. Christmas message and music. Sunday, Dec. 19 at 6 p.m. ‘Come As a Child” Christmas program. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http:// trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are MondayThursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Sunday School for PreK-2nd and 3rd-5th and Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. New Series... 40 Days of Love... beginning October 10th! LIFEGATE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting in the community room of Commercial Bank, 629 W. State Street, Hastings, MI. Pastor Scott Price. Phone: 269-948-0900. Website: www.lifegatecc.com. P.O. Box 273, Hastings, MI 49058. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Wednesday life group 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-731-5194 or -517852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH 2nd Sunday in Advent, Dec. 5 Worship 8:00 & 10:45 a.m.; Sunday School 9:30. Men’s and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. Wednesday, Dec. 8 Supper at 6 p.m. Worship at 7 p.m. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-9459414 or 945-2645; fax 269-9452698. Pastor Amy Luckey. http://www.discovergrace.org FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 405 N. M-37, Hastings, MI 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services: 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group; 6 p.m. Children’s Christmas Program Rehearsal. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Friday - 9 a.m. Pickleball; 6 p.m. Menders. Saturday - 10 a.m. Praise Team; 7:30 p.m. Advent Worship Service. Monday - 5 p.m. Pickleball. Wednesday - 5 p.m. Pickleball. Fiberglass Products 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 DEWITT, MI - Kathryn M. SalemkaShire, of DeWitt, born January 12, 1922 in Barry County, passed away on November 24, 2010, at age 88. As a little girl Kathryn won many awards for her 4-H projects. She was a graduate of Hastings High School and attended business school in Lansing. She worked and retired as a bookkeeper for the State of Michigan. She was also an active member of Redeemer United Methodist Church. Meeting with a circle of friends in her neighborhood for a coffee hour every morning gave her great joy. She loved to garden and will always be remembered for her kindness. Kathryn was a very sweet lady who never spoke an unkind word. She has gone on to join her euchre and cribbage friends in heaven. Kathryn was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Donald E. Salemka; second husband, Rawlin Shire; infant son, Nathan Charles; and brother, Donald Conklin. She is survived by daughter, Linda S. Salemka; son, Mark Edward (MeaDora) Salemka; grandson, Matthew Salemka; brother, Ronald (Louise) Conklin; and sisterin-law, Aileen Conklin. The family had a graveside service on Saturday, November 27, 2010 at Floral Lawn Memorial Gardens, 1490 East Michigan Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 48708. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Redeemer United Methodist Church, 13980 Schavey Road, DeWitt, MI 48820 in memory of Mrs. Salemka-Shire. Online condolences may be made at: www.gorslineruncimandewitt.com Merilyn J. Foster HASTINGS, MI - Merilyn J. Foster, age 83, of Hastings, died Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010 at Beaufort Memorial Hospital. She was born in Elmhurst, IL, the daughter of the late Arthur and Miriam Zuttermeister. Merilyn attended the public schools in Hastings and was a graduate of the University of Michigan where she earned a bachelor’s degree in secondary education. After graduation she taught school in the Hastings school system for 37 years. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Hastings. She enjoyed reading, travel, golf and bridge. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Richard Foster. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Copeland Funeral Service is assisting the family. Charles “Stan” Brownell MIDDLEVILLE, MI - Charles "Stan" Brownell, of Middleville passed away November 23, 2010, in Grand Rapids. Stan was born September 7, 1926, in Plainwell, the son of Stewart and Winifred (Kitzmiller) Brownell. A graduate of Wayland High School, class of 1944. Stan was a veteran, serving his country in the US Army. He was an owner of Cascade Home Improvement, for many years. Stan enjoyed golf and hunting, and he loved the outdoors. On June 24, 1950, he married Katherine Hula, who survives. Members of his family include, a son, David (Chris) Brownell of Grand Rapids; daughters, Linda (Dan) Jeffery, of Palmer, Alaska, and Karen (Mike) Helton, of Anchorage, Alaska; a sister, Jean Erway, of Wisconsin; five grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Stan was preceded in death by a brother, Jack Brownell, and a sister, Margaret Lord. A private service will be conducted at a later date. Memorial contributions to: Spectrum Health Hospice, Palliative Care, or Renucci Hospitality House, at Spectrum Health will be appreciated. The family was served by the Beeler-Gores Funeral Home in Middleville. 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 RAYMOND HAUSE, SR. Who passed away Dec. 5, 1996. We miss you. Love you always, your family 77551672 Eleanor M. “Lynn” Griffith Alice E. Durbin MIDDLEVILLE, MI - Eleanor M. "Lynn" Griffith, age 85, of Middleville, passed away Sunday, November 28, 2010, at Pennock Hospital in Hastings, following a long and courageous fight against the effects of several strokes. Her family is comforted, knowing that she is in heaven, healthy again and reunited with her beloved husband, Joe, whom she had missed so much since his death on April 1, 2005. Lynn was born April 21, 1925, in Kalamazoo, to Charles and Elsa (VanEck) Sweetland. She graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1943. On April 25, 1946 Lynn married Joseph (Joe) H. Griffith. They moved to Middleville in 1956 after purchasing the Middleville Sun and Caledonia News with co-owners, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Boysen. After selling their share of the newspaper to the Boysens in 1965, Joe and Lynn moved on to other careers. Lynn held several secretarial positions, retiring from Kindel Furniture Company in 1987. Lynn loved sports and in her younger years she bowled in Middleville and Hastings leagues. She was a wonderful cook, enjoyed knitting and was an avid baseball fan. In addition to her husband and parents, Lynn was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Patricia Jo, and her three brothers, Kenneth, Charles and John. Lynn loved her family and was very proud of them. Her family, in turn, loved her very much and will miss her every day until we see her again. She is survived by three children, Anne (Mike) Lytle of Middleville, Tom (Deb) Griffith of Mesa, AZ, John (Connie) Griffith of Sturgis; nine grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren. The date and time of a memorial service for Lynn will be announced at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry County Commission on Aging, 320 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings, MI 49058 or a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (girrbachfuneralhome.net). VENICE, FL - Alice E. Durbin, age 97, died Thursday, Nov. 25, 2010, in Venice, FL at the home of her daughter, Trudy Anderson. She was born Oct. 17, 1913 on the family farm near Delton, the only daughter of Nelson and Agnes (Fisher) Willison. She was a 1932 graduate of Hastings High School. Because of the Depression she delayed entry into nurses’ training until 1939. She attended St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Detroit for nine months and graduated from Leila Post Hospital, Battle Creek in 1942 as an RN. After working at Eaton Manufacturing as an industrial nurse for a year, she joined the Army Nurse Corps as a 2nd Lt. in 1944. She served in England and Germany treating communicable diseases. After her discharge from service she worked for the pediatrician, Dr. Robert Simpson in Battle Creek until her marriage in Tacoma, WA to Leo Durbin whom she had met at the USO, Fort Custer, Battle Creek. In 1950 the family returned to Barry County and the family farm where she lived until Leo’s death in 1976. She retired in 1976 from the Southwest Regional Rehabilitation Center in Battle Creek and then divided her time living at Fair Lake summers and Venice, FL winters. She was a life member of the Eastern Stars, Hickory Corners, Farm Bureau, Ladies of the Lake, Fair Lake and the Women’s Overseas Service League both in Venice and Battle Creek. Alice spent her winters volunteering at the Venice Archives, Venice Library and Venice Elementary. Her summers were spent volunteering at the Delton Library and enjoying Fair Lake. She was an avid traveler and reader, devoted farm wife, and a loving mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Leo. She is survived by son, Larry (Cindy) Durbin of Delton and daughter, Trudy (David) Anderson of Venice, FL; grandchildren include Brian (Lori) Durbin of Delton, Hilary (Charles) Ayres of North Port, FL, Kelly (Chad) Dishaw of Battle Creek and Kyle Durbin of Battle Creek and former granddaughter in-law, Michelle Durbin; seven great grandchildren include, Justin and Logan Durbin, T J and Reagan Dishaw, Riley Ayres and Trevor and Kevin Durbin. Arrangements are being made by Farley Funeral Home, Venice, FL and WilliamsGores Funeral Home, Delton. Visitation with the family will be Thursday evening, Dec 2, 2010 from 6 to 8 p.m. Services will be held Friday, Dec. 3, 2010 at 11 a.m. Internment will take place at Banfield Cemetery with military honors. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the Venice Archives, 351 S Nassau, Venice FL 34285, the Delton Library, 330 N Grove, Delton MI 49046 or Tidewell Hospice, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238. Carl George Allerding Carl George Allerding passed away Nov. 18, 2010 at home with family. He was born March 29, 1925, the son of Arthur and Bessie Allerding and brother of Arthur Allerding. He was preceded in death by his wife, Connie June Allerding. Carl had five children, Joann Allerding of Grant, Mary Worthington of Ionia, Jerry Allerding of Hastings, Cynthia Miller of Nashville and Luanne Fineout of Harrison. Carl had 12 grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010 at 2 p.m. at the Fuller Cemetery on Charlton Park Road, Hastings. Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net 77528585 102 Cook Hastings Kathryn M. Salemka-Shire In Loving Memory of our Father, Grandfather & Great Grandfather This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Lauer Family Funeral Homes Area Obituaries �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — Page 7 As Gun Lake Casino gears up to open its doors to the community in February 2011, the human resources department has been busy poring over thousands of job applications to seek out the best team members to provide the finest guest service. The casino has had an overwhelming response to plan to employ up to 750 people. Most job classifications have received an extraordinary amount of job applications and as of now, applications will no longer be accepted for the majority of positions. However, the casino is still seeking qualified candidates for two careers: card dealers and slot attendants. A limited number of qualified applicants who applied online in recent weeks will be contacted for in-person interviews in the coming weeks. Based on the high volume of applicants, not everyone will be invited to the interview process. Those with the most direct experience who meet all the job qualifications will be interviewed first. Gun Lake Casino is located in Bradley, near M-179 and US-131. The casino will feature 1,450 slot machines, 28 table games, a food court, and a 225-seat cafe, along with bars, lounges and live entertainment. Gun Lake Casino is owned by the Match-EBe-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians and is operated by the tribe’s management partner, MPM Enterprises LLC, owned by an affiliate of Station Casinos Inc. and private investors from Michigan. For more information, visit www.gunlakecasino.com. New highway law says ‘If you can steer it, clear it’ The Michigan Department of Transportation, in collaboration with the Michigan State Police, has launched an educational campaign designed to encourage drivers to obey a new law about moving vehicles out of traffic following a crash. The two groups are promoting the new law that went into effect earlier this year with a new slogan, “If you can steer it, clear it.” “We hope everyone will remember this slogan and help us create a safe traveling environment,” said State Transportation Director Kirk T. Steudle. “Drivers involved in a crash are required to safely remove vehicles from the main traveled portion of the roadway if there are no serious injuries and the vehicle still operates.” The new law states: “Unless the operator of a motor vehicle involved in an accident knows or reasonably should know that serious impairment of a bodily function or death has resulted from the accident, the operator or any other occupant of the motor vehicle who possesses a valid driver license shall remove the motor vehicle from the main traveled portion of the roadway into a safe refuge on the shoulder, emergency lane or median or to a place otherwise removed from the roadway…” The entire Public Act can be read online at: www.legislature.mi.gov/documents/20092010/publicact/pdf/2010-PA-0010.pdf. “While the intent of the law is to improve traffic flow and reduce the likelihood of secondary crashes, it’s important to remember that the law only requires a vehicle to be moved from the traveled portion of the roadway if it is operable and can be done in a safe manner,” said State Police Director Col. Eddie L. Washington Jr. “This action protects not only those involved in the crash from more serious injury, but also other motorists and emergency response personnel.” A person who violates this law is responsible for a civil infraction. Lake Odessa By Elaine Garlock The first garden catalog for 2011 has arrived. Usually such publications start to come during Christmas week. Lakewood News last week carried a story about the festival of lights to be held Saturday, Dec. 4, at the Woodland Park, sponsored by the Lakewood Area Chamber of Commerce, running from 4 to 9 p.m. The event includes photo opportunities, visits with Santa, music, live nativity from Lakewood United Methodist Church, candy canes, hot chocolate and cookies and lots of lights. Lakewood United Methodist Church will present its annual dramatic performance Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 4 and 5 at 6:30 p.m. each night. This will have dozens in the cast with groups of soldiers, dancers, and Living Stones performers. The program is called “Share the Dream.” The chancel choir of Central United Methodist Church will hold its biennial cantata Sunday, Dec. 5 at 4 p.m. Note that this is not the usual evening time. The choir is under the direction of Ginny Kruisenga with Patricia Werdon the accompanist. Refreshments will be served later in the Fellowship Hall. The Social News Area Obituaries Doris Kahler MIDDLEVILLE, MI - Melvin J. "Jack" Lindner, age 89, of Middleville, formerly of Lake Odessa, passed away Sunday, November 28, 2010, at Carveth Village in Middleville. He was born January 31, 1921, in Shelbyville, IN, the son of Paul and Mabel (Sandman) Lindner. He graduated from Shelbyville High School and attended engineering courses at Purdue University. Jack served on a rescue tug in the U.S. Navy during WWII and following the war he relocated to Hastings. While a patient at Pennock Hospital in Hastings, he met his future wife, Carlene Curtis, who was working at the hospital as a nurse. They were married on November 28, 1953 and Carlene passed away on June 1, 2010. Jack worked for many years as a foreman at Lake Odessa Machine Products, retiring in 1986. He enjoyed living on Jordan Lake in Lake Odessa, feeding the birds and squirrels and taking care of his lawn. Surviving is his daughter, Mari Anne Lindner and husband Herb Heppner of Sheboygan, WI; sisters, Pauline Haight of Freeport and Jeanette Pool of Arizona; sisters-in-law, Rosalee (Bob) McDowell of Grand Rapids and Thelma Curtis of Lake Odessa; numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, wife Carlene, brothers-in-law, Ed Haight, Gene Pool and Blaine "Bud" Curtis; uncle, Wayne Curtis. Visitation with the family was held on Wednesday, December 1, 2010 at Koops Funeral Chapel in Lake Odessa. No funeral services will be held. Memorial donations in Jack’s name may be directed to the Alta Mae Frost VFW Scholarship Fund. To share a memory or tribute, please visit www.koopsfc.com BRADENTON, FL - Doris Kahler, of Bradenton, FL, formerly of Delton, passed away, November 26, 2010. Doris was born in Battle Creek, on February 8, 1930. Doris attended First United Methodist Church in Delton, where she taught Sunday School. She was very active in her community, where she was a cub scout leader. Doris enjoyed fishing and loved gardening. On November 26, 1949, she married Forrest Kahler, who survives. Other members of her family include, sons, Don (Linda) Kahler, of Delton, Martin (Mary Kay) Kahler of Umatilla, FL; a daughter, Mary Harvey of Bradenton, FL; a brother, Gary Kaiser, of Delton; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren; two foster grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. The funeral service was conducted, Wednesday, December 1, 2010, at the Williams-Gores Funeral Home in Delton. Burial took place in East Hickory Corners Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society. Please visit www.williamsgoresfuneral.com. to view and sign Doris' online guest book. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 KEEP YOUR FRIENDS AND RELATIVES INFORMED! Send them a gift subscription to The Hastings BANNER To order your subscription, call... 269-945-9554 Norrises to celebrate silver wedding anniversary Stan and Karen Norris of Hastings will celebrate 25 years of marriage on November 30, 2010. They have six children, Tony (Katie) Norris, Stan Norris, Jr., Dale Norris, Toni Lynn (Joe) Hendrick, Candy (Greg) Reid, and Amanda Norris. They have ten grandchildren. Collers celebrated 60th wedding anniversary Keith and Doris Coller of Bellevue celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on November 18, 2010. They have three children, four grandchildren and one greatgrandchild. The family celebrated at their home on Sunday. Lucille DeWitt Hecker celebrates 99th birthday! Lucille DeWitt Hecker is celebrating her 99th birthday! Family and friends will be gathering to celebrate with her this Saturday, Dec. 11th at Thornapple Manor. St. Rose Parish BAZAAR Marriage Licenses Saturday, Dec 4, 9am-7pm Sunday, Dec 5, 9am-1pm Lunch available Saturday Garden décor, Christmas, Religious articles, new gift items, crafts, many one-of-a-kind treasures. A truly unique show. Harold William Fields, Hastings and Kim Michelle Rees, Hastings. Sheldon Harold Skinner, Nashville and Jennifer Anna Wright, Nashville. “ S t r etchi n g ” GUN BUGS Service & Mechanical Repairs Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic • Wheel Alignment. . . . . . . . . . . . . $35.95 HAS RE-OPENED AT 410 S. BROADWAY, SUITE A MIDDLEVILLE ALL DECEMBER SALES WILL BE GIFT WRAPPED OR GIFT BAGGED! FREE POPCORN MERRY CHRISTMAS! THISS AUTO Hastings “Your repair dollars go further at” • SAVE 10% to 25% on most cars • Lube, Oil & Filter. . . . . . . . . . from $17.95 up to 5 qts. oil by appointment • Collision & Auto Body Repairs 77552000 Melvin J. “Jack” Lindner public is invited. An offering will benefit Lakewood Community services. The village council is advertising a public hearing Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. on the definition of home occupation and its ramifications. The depot complex was a beehive of activity last weekend with crowds coming for Christmas ‘Round the Town. The baked goods sale had great patronage as did the many crafters who filled the building. At the same time, the genealogy room was filled with searchers using the facilities. Saturday brought a roomful of workers and searchers. On Sunday the buildings were open but the visiting crowds has disappeared. However a team of members worked on a continuing projects of creating an inventory of the many holdings. The ICGS in its years of existence has taken a visual reading of many cemeteries in the county and published the results in books. The reading has been done at Lakeside, but not yet published. In addition the society has plat maps for sale from 1875, 1891, 1906 and an index of 1860 but without maps. Tina Hamp, Craig Hamp with wife and family of Caledonia, along with Bernice Hamp 2295 South M-37 Hwy., Hastings (269) 948-3387 Dennis Thiss, Owner Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply Satisfaction Guaranteed Repairs! 77551704 ® To whom it may concern: I believe I am a victim of bigotry, in Barry County, City of Hastings. I have been informed our constitution is set up in such a manner that our state representative, governor or president cannot get involved in the Barry County Court System per Friend of Court. If you have any info on equal rights for mothers or fathers or have ever been misrepresented in any way in Barry County, City of Hastings, please contact Bonita Case, day or night, (269) 993-8355 or (269) 804-1707. The 77543076 Gun Lake Casino narrowing its jobs search spent Thanksgiving with the intermediate generation Allen and Mary Hamp at Leslie. Guests at a Carlton Center farm Thursday included John and Debbie Stassek of Bloomingdale, Bruce and Janet Garlock of Big Rapids, Casey and Christy McDonald of Grand Rapids, their sister Ashley of Okemos, the Michael Morse family of Galesburg and others nearby. For the second time since living on M-21 between Ada and Lowell, Dan and Julie Gallivan have had the unfortunate circumstance of having a fatal car accident happen almost on their front lawn. The latest was the Monday, Nov. 22, accident in which a teenaged Saranac girl was killed when a car going in the opposite direction struck a deer which bounced onto the westbound vehicle carrying the 16-year-old girl, her 14-year-old brother and two young children. Julie and Dan went to the damaged car, talked and prayed with the teenaged boy and stayed with the young children until help arrived. Julie is the daughter of George Jr. and Judy Johnson and the granddaughter of Lester and Virginia Yonkers. Sunday, the Decker family gathered at their home church dining hall for a belated Thanksgiving dinner with members from four generations present. Alethians of Central United Methodist Church plan to visit the Christmas production at a Grand Rapids church Dec. 11. They will return to the home church for snack foods. The village vacuum truck made its rounds Tuesday and sucked up what were probably the last pile of leaves. This is a valuable service provided by the village. In some towns, people have to put all their leaves in bags to be hauled away. �Page 8 — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... Christmas through the years Visitors taking in the many activities in Hastings this weekend will be flocking to downtown like residents have for decades. Nearly 65 years ago, shoppers didn’t let poor weather keep them from buying gifts and goodies at local stores and seeing the Christmas decorations. ***** Dec. 12, 1946, Banner Shopping area lighted for yule season Streets, stores bedecked for Christmas crowds; fuel emergency over but supplies are low With the lights on again in Hastings, crowds of merry shoppers swarmed into Hastings Saturday and are now continuing to patronize Barry County’s greatest shopping center to obtain their gifts which only 13 days from today will gladden the hearts of thousands of local youngsters and adults on Christmas Day. With the end of the bituminous coal strike, [began April 1, 1946 and ended Dec. 7, 1946] store windows and interiors decorated with the traditional colors and fashion were lighted, signaling the nation’s happiest festive season, and this week Yule trees were placed on main street to be lighted at night for everyone’s pleasure. Hastings and other Barry County retail Undated: Dorothy Salik trims the window of Parmalee Store, in downtown Hastings at 124 E. State St. Pennock Hospice to kick off holiday festivities in Hastings tonight Pennock Hospice, located at 1230 West State St. in Hastings, will officially kick off the Hastings’ Holiday weekend festivities Thursday, Dec. 2, with the lighting of their first annual “Embracing Lives” Remembrance Tree in front of the Homecare and Hospice building. The Pennock Hospice Team, headed by Coordinator Debbie Glumm, RN, invites the entire Hastings community to join in the celebration of life. “We are embracing the memory of all Barry County lives lost in addition to our Hospice patients,” she said. The evening’s events begin at 5 p.m. with refreshments and socializing inside the hospice office. At 6 p.m., a short ceremony around the tree will occur prior to the official lighting. Other entertainment will include performances by Bows and Buddies and the St. Rose of Lima Adult and Children’s Choir. Glumm said “the food and beverages are made possible through our very generous restaurants:” Fall Creek, County Seat, Walldorff Brewpub, Mexican Connexion, Seasons Grille, Big Boy, and Applebees. “This is about celebrating the memory of loved ones lost and looking ahead with hope for a better 2011,” said Tod Clark, Pennock Hospice bereavement coordinator. Janice Cleary, Pennock Hospice volunteer coordinator, and hospice volunteers are working on decorations for the tree and refreshments for the social hour. “The Holidays can be so difficult and lonely for people who have lost loved ones. I am hoping this event reminds folks that they are not alone in their sorrow. I hope this beautiful tree will be a comfort to our hospice families, as well as to any other community members, reminding them that we remember, and care,” said Joyce Zaagman, Pennock Hospice spiritual care coordinator. Chamber of Commerce members (from left) Jack Longthorn, Stanley Cummings and Patrick Hodges assess the decorations that will adorn downtown Hastings. (Photo by Leo Barth, circa 1959-1960) merchants report large stocks of gift merchandise on their shelves waiting to be purchased during the season, and this issue of The Banner, printed in four sections, is crammed with advertising suggesting suitable gifts which are available here for all. The fuel emergency conditions which were imposed in Michigan have been lifted, but officials explained that it would be weeks and perhaps months before coal supplies would be “normal.” ***** Dec. 12, 1946, Banner Christmas buyers ignore winter’s first cold wave Frigid blasts send thermometers below freezing as crowds find gift suggestions here; stores remain open As Hastings and Western Michigan felt the first real cold wave of the winter, which swept out of the Yukon to send the temperature here to 10 above yesterday with a maximum of 17, Barry County shoppers continued to fill their Christmas needs in Barry’s largest shopping center, happy over the prospects of a white Christmas. The Hastings downtown area is now decorated with the traditional Christmas colors, with beautiful “evergreens” lighted along the white way – along with the Christmas atmosphere, many local merchants reported that they have had the largest Christmas business last Saturday in the history of their establishments. To accommodate the hundreds of county shoppers who have still to make their purchases, some of the city’s retail outlets will remain open this afternoon, and all of the establishments will remain open Friday, Saturday and Monday evenings. All will be closed Christmas Eve and Wednesday and many will remain closed the following day to give their employees a longer Yule holiday. All of Barry County schools will close for the holidays this week, most for a two-week vacation. However, a few rural schools have scheduled one-week holidays. With the coal situation easing, the cold wave was greeted by a majority of residents happily as flurries of snow held promise of winter sports for the kiddies. Starting last Friday, the mercury fell each night to a belowfreezing temperature and climbed to a maximum of 41 degrees. Last Saturday the minimum was 16. ***** Nov. 25, 1954, Banner Christmas shopping season opens in festive city area Stores sparkling with wonderful gifts; ‘white way’ to be ‘whiter’ and Yule finery to add to gaiety Joyous holidays, marked Thursday with the observance of Thanksgiving, are underway in the Barry County area, and residents are swinging into the happy Yule season. While Hastings will emphasize “the real Christmas story” with its beautiful religious pageant the evening of Dec. 11, nearly every- one is also beginning to think about the arrival of Santa Claus and the season of making others happy. Hastings’ business district, is taking on a very festive atmosphere, and starting Friday municipal employees and others begin installing the tasteful Christmas decorations. More than 2,000 Yule lights will be turned on the evening of Friday, Dec. 3. The decorations will include strands of colored lights across State Street, and the monument at Broadway and State will be decorated and when lighted will form a gigantic Yule tree. Not only will decorative lights add color to the shopping district, but city councilmen Monday night agreed with Chairman Basil Easterwood and other members of the retail division of the Chamber of Commerce that the “white way” should be “whiter.” Councilmen approved installation of 10,000 lumen lamps in 41 street lights, replacing 6,000 lumen bulbs. Retailers volunteered to purchase the new bulbs at a cost of $1.10 each. The additional charge to the City will be about $40 a month. Hastings’ streetlight circuit in the shopping center was prepared for installation of the 10,000 lumen lamps by a project completed last May by Don Fisher, of Fisher Electric. The project cost $1,239.05 including $828.55 for materials. Four new circuits were installed and new, larger wiring used in the street lighting system to give the city the greatest amount of lighting efficiency. That efficiency will add to the gaiety of the downtown area during this Christmas season. Special store hours are being arranged, Easterwood announced. Stores will be open on Saturday nights on Dec. 4 and 18, but will not be open when the Christmas Pageant is presented. On Dec. 11, stores will close at 5:30 p.m. to eliminate any commercialism from the religious pageant. Starting Wednesday, Dec. 15, stores in the business district will remain open every night until 9 p.m., including Thursday, Dec. 16 and 23. Every retail establishment in the Hastings area is welcoming shoppers with grand arrays of merchandise for every gift purpose. This depiction of the Christmas nativity was displayed in the window of LyBarker’s Drug Store in 1955. Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES Take steps to help “immunize” your portfolio Tree lighting is tonight at Pennock Hospice A tree lighting ceremony, sponsored by Pennock Hospice, will be held tonight (Dec. 2), starting with refreshments and socializing at 5 p.m. and concluding with a tree lighting at 6:15 p.m. The “Embracing Lives” event takes place at 1230 W. State St., Hastings. The first 100 people will receive an ornament at the ceremony. RSVPs are appreciated by calling 269-9482425. Read The BANNER every week! Copies conveniently available on newsstands throughout the Barry County area. Now that winter is almost here, you probably see “Flu Shots Available” signs at many of your local pharmacies. Whether or not you decide to get a flu shot depends on your individual situation, of course, but you may benefit from the idea of immunization in other areas of your life — such as your investments. Specifically, you may want to help “immunize” your portfolio, as much as possible, against some of the volatility we’ve seen in the financial markets over the past couple of years. How can you do this? Here are a few suggestions: • Diversify, diversify, diversify. If you were to only own stocks, your portfolio would, at times, see some big gains — but at other times, you’d take some big hits. If you just owned bonds, you’d probably see fewer fluctuations than if you just owned stocks — but you’d almost certainly never get the gains you need to help achieve your goals. If you kept all your money in cash instruments, you’d protect your principal, but you’d eventually lose ground to inflation. In short, you can’t succeed as an investor by putting all your money in one type of asset. You need to spread your resources among stocks, bonds, and cash investments. And even within each of these categories, you need to diversify. For example, try to own a mixture of growth stocks and income-producing stocks; short-term and long-term bonds; and a variety of cash instruments. While diversification, by itself, can’t guarantee profits or protect against loss, it can give you opportunities for potential success and help shield you from severe downturns that, at any given time, primarily affect just one asset class. • Know your risk tolerance. If you frequently find yourself surprised, or perhaps dismayed, at the fluctuations in your portfolio, you may be overestimating your risk tolerance. If you familiarize yourself with your investments before you buy them — and you should — then you probably shouldn’t be surprised at how they perform. So, if you own growth-oriented stocks, you need to accept the inevitable short-term volatility in exchange for potential gains over the long term. But if you’re constantly worried over temporary setbacks, you may be taking on too much risk for your comfort level. If this happens, you may need to rebalance your portfolio to better accommodate your true risk tolerance. • Maintain adequate cash reserves. Having sufficient cash in your portfolio can help you combat volatility in at least two ways. First, since cash essentially doesn't fluctuate in price — though it may lose value over time, relative to inflation — its very presence can help stabilize your portfolio. And second, if you have enough cash in your investment mix, you may be less likely to dip into your long-term investments to pay for short-term needs, such as a major car repair, a new furnace and so on — and the less you disrupt your investments, the more progress you can make toward your goals. It’s not possible to fully shield your investments from volatility all the time. But by taking the steps described above, and by maintaining a long-term perspective, you can strengthen your portfolio’s resistance, and improve your own responses, to the effects of price fluctuations. And that’s a healthy way to invest. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 24.00 -.49 AT&T 27.79 -.22 CMS Energy Corp 17.97 +.10 Coca-Cola Co 63.17 -.35 Dow Chemical Co 31.18 +.44 Exxon Mobil 69.56 +.73 Family Dollar Stores 50.20 +.84 First Financial Bancorp 16.52 -.05 Flowserve CP 105.46 -.05 Ford Motor Co 15.94 -.11 Intl Bus Machine 141.46 -1.50 JCPenney Co 33.27 +.76 Johnson & Johnson 61.55 -1.21 Kellogg Co 49.23 +.09 McDonald’s Corp 78.30 -.66 Pfizer Inc 16.29 -.28 Sears Holding 65.50 +1.15 Spartan Motors 5.29 +.20 TCF Financial 13.61 +.30 Walmart Stores 54.09 +.31 Gold $1384.18 +18.03 Silver $28.03 +.23 Dow Jones Average 11006.02 -172.56 Volume on NYSE 1.48B +182M �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — Page 9 Connectivity is the goal of Thornapple Trail Association by David DeDecker Staff Writer The Thornapple Trail Association’s (TTA) dream is to convert the defunct Grand River Valley Railroad corridor between Grand Rapids and Vermontville into a recreational trail for use by individuals, families and organizations. The most recent section to be considered runs through Rutland Township, from Irving Road to the Hastings city limits. To bring the dream to fruition, many volunteers and landowners, donors and governments must work together. Citizens on both sides of the Rutland Township trail issue gathered Nov. 22 to discuss the details of a plan. The trail expansion would continue a trail which currently leads southeast from Middleville along the Thornapple River and ends at Irving Road on the northwest corner of Rutland township. The primary landowner concern, according to those at the open house, is a loss of property or the loss of property use. An additional concern of landowners is the trail running too close to their homes. Because of such concerns, a temporary plan is to run the trail from the Thornapple River, south along Irving Road turning southeast onto M-37, east onto Heath Road, then to the Hastings city limits near Cook Road. From that point, the goal is to connect with the trail leading northwest out of Tyden Park. “Until we have access and easements from landowners, we will run the trail along established roads,” said Rick Moore, TTA volunteer maintenance coordinator. “We will work to widen and pave the road shoulders along the temporary route for safety reasons.” “Any opportunity to meet with the local citizens about building a trail through their township is very important,” said Phil Van Noord, TTA treasurer. “We were glad to hear about their concerns and will work very hard at coming up with solutions to their concerns. It is also important to emphasize, as much as possible, the importance of working together with all the communities in Barry County in order to make this trail a reality. Rutland Township is a very important partner in this project. Over 2,000 miles of trail have been built in the state of Michigan and one of the goals, on a larger scale, is to connect as many of those trails as possible. Another important goal is to bring as many amenities as possible to the trail. In these hard economic times, this is very important,” According to its website, the Paul HenryThornapple Trail, when complete, will be a 42-mile multi-use recreation trail. The Thornapple Trail Association, with the support of the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy and West Michigan Trail and Greenways Coalition, along with many business and private donors, has purchased large sections of the railroad corridor, funded developmental and legal studies and is raising primary funding for the trail. “Through these partnerships, our area has a The Thornapple Trail near Middleville features exercise stations designated by plaques like the one shown here. A biker uses the paved section of the Thornapple Trail near Middleville. Community work is part of minimum security program Volunteers help repair a trail bridge running over a section of the Thornapple River near Middleville. recreational trail to compare with other highly successful rail trails throughout Michigan,” reads the website. “One of our goals is to be an important link in a rapidly expanding regional trail network.” According to the American Trails Association, the economic impact of a trail system extends beyond the actual trail user to businesses that derive an income from users of the trail. For example, The American Hiking Society (AHS) states after one season, the 61 businesses located along the 35-milelong Missouri River State Trail reported the trail was having a positive effect on their businesses. Eleven of the businesses reported that the trail had strongly influenced their decision to establish their business, and 17 (28 percent) had increased the size of their investments since the trail had opened. In addition, the AHS lists a 2001 study of visitor impact in Blaine County, Idaho, near the Salmon River, the impact of visitor spend- The first taste of the winter season Mickey Jiles, Karlee Baker (center) and Alexya Vasquez from Janel Pena’s 4-yearold class at Noah’s Ark Preschool in Hastings catch snowflakes on their tongues as they wait for a ride on the Holly Trolley. They are heading to Hastings Public Library for a special Christmas story time, which is a holiday tradition for the preschool. Wednesday, the first day of December brought with it the season’s first accumulating snowfall with one to four inches expected. Last week, the week of Thanksgiving, brought a mixed bag of weather conditions, including thunderstorms, a tornado watch, more than an inch of rain, along with sleet and a few flurrying snowflakes. ing was the creation of 5,980 jobs and $120 million in income in the county. The State of Michigan has specific priority projects and has developed strategies to connect Michigan’s trails. Priorities for projects to achieve connectivity include connections among population centers; connections to regional trail systems; links to state parks and state forest lands; connections to designated heritage routes; projected enhancements to tourism and economic development; improved access to Michigan’s Great Lakes shoreline and natural resources; synergy with the objectives of Cool Cities, Cities of Promise, Michigan Steps Up, Safe Routes to School and other priority initiatives; engagement of stakeholders; sustainability of trail systems; and preservation of inactive railroad corridors for future railroad use with interim trail use. “I hope that everyone in the community can creatively work together to complete this project,” said Roger Vilmont, owner of Whispering Waters Campground and Canoe Livery, which currently lies at the trail’s end. “It is a very positive way to promote Barry County to the surrounding population. When completed, it will attract upscale customers to our restaurants and other community businesses, as well as being a wonderful amenity to our citizens. Trailways have been proven to increase property values and create a positive outlet for youthful energies. I urge the youth groups in the community to get behind this project,” The City of Hastings will build a paved trail from the city limits near Bliss Clearing Niagara, along the old railroad bed. The trail will run west along East State Street then down to the Thornapple River, finally connecting to the trail in Tyden Park. The city has secured a $370,000 state grant, $257,000 from the Michigan Department of Transportation, and $209,000 from the Hastings Downtown Development Authority. Construction is slated to begin in the summer of 2011. The hope is to eventually connect with the Rutland Township section of the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail. “I was pleased with the number of attendees and their participation,” said Warren Wheeler of the Barry County Parks and Recreation Committee. “As the McKeown Bridge Park project wraps up, I look forward to the Barry County Parks and Recreation Board to focus its energy and talents on trail connectivity through Barry County and would like to thank Rutland Township and its residents for stepping up and sharing their thoughts and ideas on this worthwhile project. I hope other townships follow their lead.” “I was very impressed with the number of people who attended the meeting. I hope this means that there are many people who see the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail as a place to explore the natural world and find that it is a safe place to improve fitness,” added Michael Gormley, TTA president. The Thornapple Trail Association is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. The trail is being constructed on or near a former railroad corridor. Some sections of the trail are completed, some are in development and some are in the proposal or conceptual stage. The route of this trail passes through farmland, woodlands and small towns, along and over rivers and creeks. The scenic highlight of the trail is its close proximity to the Thornapple River. “The strangers you see on the trail are just friends you have not met yet,” said Moore. Several workers, from the Barry County jail, help the City of Hastings remove leaves from local streets through the Minimum Security Inmate Workers program. Hastings residents may have noticed the work crews removing leaves from the city streets this autumn. What citizens may not know is the workers are part of the Minimum Security Inmate Workers program. “The use of the inmates has been extremely helpful to the city, with little cost,” said Larry Knowles, superintendent of streets and construction for the city. “We intend to use this service after the leaf-removal program.” The workers have been screened by the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. According to the sheriff’s department, the program has been in existence for over 30 years, but more workers are involved recently. Fourteen minimum-security inmates are working in various locations around Barry County. “The workers are doing a good job and get a chance to earn $20 per day toward their jail rent costs,” said Capt. Bill Johnson, Barry County Jail administrator. “They also earn extra ‘good time’ toward an earlier release. The workers take pride in their work and help the community, too. We used workers to paint the entire jail and do ceramic tile work. They did a really good job.” House fire caused by space heater Hastings Police and the Hastings Fire Department responded to a house fire at 520 E. Clinton St. Friday, Nov. 26. While battling the blaze, firefighters located Paul Levengood, 58, in an upstairs bedroom. Hastings Police said preliminary investigation revealed that a space heater in a bedroom likely started the fire. Levengood was taken to Pennock Hospital and then transferred to Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids. His condition is unknown. ��The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeffrey Dee Carpenter and Sandra May Carpenter, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA, Mortgagee, dated July 6, 2009, and recorded on July 14, 2009 in instrument 200907140007307, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Seven Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-Seven and 08/100 Dollars ($207,587.08), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 of Section 1, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence South along the West line of Section 1, a distance of 900 Feet; thence North 89 Degrees 59 Minutes 00 Seconds East 250 Feet; thence South 100 Feet to the Point of Beginning; thence North 89 Degrees 59 Minutes 00 Seconds East 236.58 Feet; thence South 320 Feet thence South 89 Degrees 59 Minutes 00 Seconds West 486.58 Feet to the West line of said Section 1; thence North along the West line of Section 1, a distance of 220 Feet; thence North 89 Degrees 59 Minutes 00 Seconds East 250 Feet; thence North 100 Feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #334239F01 77551421 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carl S. Zurhorst, a married man, original mortgagor(s), to Amerifirst Financial Corporation, Mortgagee, dated April 30, 2003, and recorded on May 2, 2003 in instrument 1103289, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty-Seven and 62/100 Dollars ($99,837.62), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 6 rods of the North 64 rods of the East one-half of the Northwest one-quarter of Section 17, Town 1 North, Range 10 West. EXCEPT; Commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 17, Town 1 North, Range 10 West; thence South 01 degrees 12 minutes 48 seconds East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 17 a distance of 957.00 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West parallel with the North line of said Section 17 a distance of 372.50 feet to the true place of beginning, and running thence South 01 degrees 12 minutes 48 seconds East parallel with said North and South 1/4 line 25.00 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West parallel with said North Section line 190.00 feet; thence North 01 degrees 12 minutes 48 seconds West 25.00 feet; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 190.00 feet to the place of beginning, ALSO commencing at the North 1/4 post of Section 17, Town 1 North, Range 10 West; thence South 01 degrees 12 minutes 48 seconds East along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 17 a distance of 957.00 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West parallel with the North line of said Section 17 a distance of 562.5 feet to the true place of beginning and running thence North 01 degrees 12 minutes 48 seconds West parallel with said North and South 1/4 line 6.27 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West parallel with said North Section line 757.5 feet, more or less, to the West line of the East 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 17, thence Southerly along said West line 6.27 feet; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 757.5 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #034871F03 77551407 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Drew A. Gilbert, Sr. A Single Man and Jolene Woudstra A Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 20, 2006, and recorded on April 25, 2006 in instrument 1163555, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee, on behalf of the holders of the Credit Suisse First Boston Mortgage Securities Corp. CSMC Trust 2006-CF3, CS Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2006-CF3 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Nine Hundred Seven and 96/100 Dollars ($103,907.96), including interest at 7.27% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel of Land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 11, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of said Section 11, distant South 89 degrees 16 minutes 39 seconds East, 959.75 feet from the North 1/4 corner of said Section 11; thence continuing South 89 degrees 16 minutes 39 seconds 295.07 feet along the North line of said Section 11; thence South 00 degrees 32 minutes 44 seconds East, 295.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15 minutes 39 seconds West 295.07 feet; thence North 00 degrees 32 minutes 44 seconds West, 295.00 feet to the said North line and the place of beginning. Subject to an easement of variable width for public highway purposes for Bivens Road. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06731010 File #150039F02 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by LESLIE J. POLLYEA AKA LESLIE POLLYEA and ANGELEANA V. SMITH AKA ANGELENA SMITH, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated December 10, 2007, and recorded on January 2, 2008, in Document No. 20080102-0000064, and assigned by said mortgagee to FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Nine Thousand Six Hundred Sixty-Nine Dollars and Sixty-Three Cents ($309,669.63), including interest at 6.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on December 16, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: COMMENCING AT A POINT 1160.2 FEET WEST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTH 1 / 2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, THENCE SOUTH 46 DEGREES 30 MINUTES EAST 153 FEET, THENCE NORTH 44 DEGREES 10 MINUTES EAST, 120 FEET FOR A PLACE OF BEGINNING, THENCE CONTINUING NORTH 44 DEGREES 10 MINUTES EAST, 60 FEET, THENCE NORTH 46 DEGREES 30 MINUTES WEST TO THE WATERS EDGE OF LONG LAKE, THENCE ALONG THE SHORE LINE OF SAID LONG LAKE IN A WESTERLY, DIRECTION TO A POINT WHICH BEARS DUE NORTH 46 DEGREES 30 MINUTES WEST OF THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, THENCE SOUTH 44 DEGREES 30 MINUTES EAST APPROXIMATELY 175 FEET TO SAID PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77551456 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Laurie Taylor, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 8, 2008, and recorded on May 9, 2008 in instrument 20080509-0005004, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-Eight and 37/100 Dollars ($131,658.37), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel Of Land Located In The West 1/2 Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Section 27, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, More Particularly Described As Follows: Beginning At The Intersection Of The South Boundary Line Of Bever Road And The East Line Of The West 1/2 Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Said Section; Thence West Along The South Line Of Bever Road A Distance Of 270 Feet; Thence South Parallel To Said East Line Of The West 1/2 Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Said Section. A Distance Of 322 2/3 Feet; Thence East Parallel To The South Line Of Bever Road A Distance Of 270 Feet To The Said East Line Of The West 1/2 Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Said Section; Thence North Along Said East Line A Distance Of 322 2/3 Feet To The Place Of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551604 File #283381F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kris A. Robertson Joined by Spouse Megan Roberson, original mortgagor(s), to Solstice Capital Group Inc., Mortgagee, dated July 8, 2005, and recorded on August 24, 2005 in instrument 1151615, and modified by agreement dated June 21, 2006, and recorded on September 1, 2006 in instrument 1169435, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Bank of America, National Associations successor by merger to LaSalle Bank NA as trustee for WaMu Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series WMABS 2006HE1 Trust as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Nine Thousand Twenty-Seven and 28/100 Dollars ($159,027.28), including interest at 9.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in City of Delton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel of land in section 26, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan described as: Beginning at a poing on the North and South 1/4 line of section 26, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, distant North 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds West 1600.36 feet from the South 1/4 post of said section 26; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 236.60 feet; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds West parallel with said north and South 1/4 line 797.59 feet to the Southwest corner of Lot 12 of Brookview according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 48 in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County Michigan; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West along the South line of said Plat of Brookview 236.60 feet to said North and South 1/4 line thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds East along said North and South 1/4 line 797.59 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to an easement for ingress and egress described as: Beginning at a point on the North and South 1/4 lineof section 26 Town 1 North Range 9 West distant North 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds West 1600.36 feet from the South 1/4 post of said section 26 thence continuing north 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seocnds West 20.00 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seocnds East 236.60 feet; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds East 20.00 feet; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 236.60 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to the right of the public and of any governmental unit in any part thereof taken used of deeded for street, road or highway purposes. Subject to easement and restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551985 File #347651F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on May 18, 2005 by Cabro Partners, LLC, Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgagee was recorded on May 23, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1146876. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Four Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-Three and 26/100 Dollars ($449,923.26), including interest at 7.0% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On December 30, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law, the property located in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Parcel 8: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of said Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road and the true point of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 353.00 feet to the Northerly right of way line of Enterprise Drive; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 207 feet along said Northerly line; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 400.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 163.51 feet; thence South 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds East, 63.92 feet to the point of beginning. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James S. Moseley and Iris M. Moseley, husband and wife, to Great American Acceptance Corporation, Mortgagee, dated May 9, 2003 and recorded May 15, 2003 in Instrument Number 1104362, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Eight and 28/100 Dollars ($113,228.28) including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 6, 2011. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the South 1/2, Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 1605.0 feet along the East line of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 1386.0 feet parallel with the South line of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section to the place of beginning of this description; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 250.0 feet; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 974.07 feet to reference point C; thence North 8 degrees 30 minutes 11 seconds West 621.95 feet along the Easterly line of the Penn Central Railroad right of way (100 feet wide); thence South 71 degrees 01 minutes East 1127.34 feet to the place of beginning. Also beginning North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 101.14 feet from above described reference point C; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 87 feet more or less to the waters edge of Thornapple River; thence meandering Northerly along said waters edge to the Westerly line of said railroad right of way; thence South 8 degrees 30 minutes 11 seconds East 617 feet more or less to the place of beginning, hereby giving and granting also an easement for purposes of ingress and egress to and from said hereinbefore described premises to Loop Road over and across the land hereinafter described as "Parcel X". Parcel X: That part of the Southeast 1/4, Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of said Southeast 1/4, which is North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 800.00 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 375.0 feet parallel with the South line of said Southeast 1/4; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 206.0 feet; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 1295.0 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 66.0 feet; thence South 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds East 284.0 feet thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 1012.20 feet; thence North 89 degrees 50 minutes 24 seconds East 66.0 feet along the South line of the North 960 feet of said Southeast 1/4; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 1012.50 feet; thence South 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds East 845.0 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 200.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds East 475.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 60.0 feet along the East line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: November 25, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.7205 ASAP# 3824141 11/25/2010, 77551626 12/02/2010, 12/09/2010, 12/16/2010 EXCEPT: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road; thence along said Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 328.50 feet to the true point of beginning; thence continuing along the Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 24.50 feet to the North right-ofway line of Enterprise Drive; thence along said North right-of-way line of Enterprise Drive North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 23.16 feet; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 17.33 feet; thence North 38 degrees 03 minutes 12 seconds East, 9.10 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 17.58 feet to the point of beginning. Tax Parcel No.: 55-265-028-00; More commonly known as 1135 Enterprise Drive, Hastings, Michigan. The redemption period shall be six months from the date of sale. Dated: November 23, 2010 MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank /s/ Rachel J. Foster By: Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 77551658 269-226-2982 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Rene Santiago and Stephanie Santiago (husband and wife) to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for M&I Bank FSB, Mortgagee, dated December 11, 2006, and recorded on December 19, 2006, as Document Number: 1174045, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to Bank of America, National Association as Successor by Merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for the registered holders of Bear Stearns Asset Backed Securities I Trust 2007-HE4 Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007- HE4 by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been submitted to the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-One Thousand Six Hundred Ninety-Nine and 80/100 ($181,699.80) including interest at the rate of 6.12000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on December 16, 2010 Said premises are situated in the Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 4, of Hickory Grove Condominium, according to the Master Deed thereof Recorded in Liber 660, Page 303 of Barry County Records, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 7, and any Amendments thereto, together with an undivided interest in the common elements of said Condominium as set forth in said Master Deed, and any Amendments thereto, Last Amended by Amendment Recorded in Liber 668, Page 442 and as described in Act 59 of the public Acts of MI of 1978, as Amended. Commonly known as: 15136 Brooklodge Road The redemption period shall be 6.00 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: November 18, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Bank of America, National Association as Successor by Merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for the registered holders of Bear Stearns Asset Backed Securities I Trust 2007-HE4 Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007- HE4 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248335-9200 Case No. 10OMI01135-1 ASAP# 3810075 11/18/2010, 11/25/2010, 12/02/2010, 77551426 12/09/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy Dirks, a married man, Kristy J. Dirks, a married woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2005, and recorded on November 3, 2005 in instrument 1155691, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Twelve and 75/100 Dollars ($129,412.75), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that parcel of Land in Township of Barry, Barry County, State of Michigan, as more fully described in Deed Instrument #1105581, ID#08-03-023-00406, being known and designated as; beginning at the 1/4 corner common to Section 22 and 23, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, thence North 00 degrees, 10 minutes 32 seconds West, 1319.33 feet along the Section line common to Sections 22 and 23; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 14 seconds East, 274.67 feet along the North line of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 23; thence South 43 degrees 43 minutes 30 seconds East, 456.56 feet; thence South 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds West, 696.33 feet to the true point of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds West, 220.00 feet; thence South 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds West, 200.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East 220.00 feet; thence North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 200.00 feet to the point of beginning. Together with a private easement for ingress, egress and public utilities purposes, 99 feet in width described as: Beginning at a point on the East-West 1/4 line of Section 23, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, distant South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East, 255.97 feet from the West 1/4 corner of said Section 23; thence North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 255.97 feet from the West 1/4 corner of said Section 23; thence North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 99.59 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East, 454.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 07 minutes 31 seconds West 99.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds West 464.81 feet along said East-West 1/4 line to the Point of Beginning. Also: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 23, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East, 475.97 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 23; thence North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 299.59 feet for the place of beginning; thence continuing North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 100.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds West, 120.00 feet; thence South 06 degrees 21 minutes 18 seconds West, 100.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East, 120.00 feet to the place of beginning. By fee simple deed from Timothy Dirks and Kristy Dirks, husband and wife as set forth in Inst #1105581 dated 5/28/2003 and recorded 06/02/2003, Barry County Records. State of Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551990 File #200910F02 �Page 12 — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Brad Pullen, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 7180 Cox Rd, Bellevue, MI 49021-9207. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from November 29, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after November 29, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77551675 File # 353489F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nate Fisk, original mortgagor(s), to ICNB Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2006, and recorded on May 4, 2006 in instrument 1164070, and modified by agreement dated November 30, 2009, and recorded on February 2, 2010 in instrument 201002020000966, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-One Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty and 76/100 Dollars ($141,880.76), including interest at 3.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 22, Smith's Lakeview Center, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 50, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06731019 File #333694F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy J Ward and Joyce Ward, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 30, 2008, and recorded on July 11, 2008 in instrument 20080711-0007112, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-Four and 87/100 Dollars ($64,974.87), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 27, of plat of Ridgewood Hills, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5, Page(s) 85, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551961 File #347920F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Hilda A. Jackson and Norman Jackson, Jr. Wife and Husband, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage Services Co, Mortgagee, dated August 15, 2002, and recorded on August 23, 2002 in instrument 1086112, and assigned by said Mortgagee to National City Mortgage Co. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Nine Thousand Six Hundred ThirtyEight and 53/100 Dollars ($89,638.53), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 249 and 250 of Al-Gon-Quin Lake Resort Properties, Unit No. 2 according to the Plat thereof Recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 63 of Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #335647F01 77551310 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ann R Smith, original mortgagor(s), to First Place Bank, Mortgagee, dated January 10, 2007, and recorded on January 24, 2007 in instrument 1175538, and assigned by mesne assignments to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Four Thousand Two Hundred Five and 77/100 Dollars ($94,205.77), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3, Block 3 R.J. Grant's Seconds Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of plats, page 16 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #200399F02 77551332 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darold Christopher Cheeseman, an unmarried man, to Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis, Mortgagee, dated April 18, 2003 and recorded April 22, 2003 in Instrument Number 1102575, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Eight and 3/100 Dollars ($85,988.03) including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on DECEMBER 16, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point 510 Feet West of the Northeast corner of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 28, Town 2 North, Range 7 West; thence West 220 Feet; thence South 450 Feet; thence East 270 Feet; thence North 200 Feet; thence West 50 Feet; thence North 250 Feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: November 18, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 671.0912 ASAP# FNMA3814052 11/18/2010, 11/25/2010, 12/02/2010, 12/09/2010 911 TELECOMMUNICATOR Barry County Central Dispatch/911, a 24 hour operation, is accepting applications for a full-time 911 Telecommunicator. JOB DUTIES: Receive emergency 911 and non-emergency calls for service and inquiries from the public. Evaluate information and dispatch the appropriate police, fire and emergency medical agency. Operate communications equipment including computers, radios and telephones. The person selected for this position will be required to work any shift, including weekends and holidays, and will be required to work overtime as needed. JOB REQUIREMENTS: • U.S. Citizen • High School Diploma or equivalent • Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written • Type 30 w.p.m. Applications may be obtained online at Barry911.org or at Central Dispatch. Deadline for application is December 23, 2010, 3 p.m. Barry County Central Dispatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply in person or mail resume to: Barry County Central Dispatch 2600 Nashville Road Hastings, Michigan 49058 77551975 RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP is seeking a resident that would be willing to serve as a Township Representative on the Hastings Library Board. This is a voluntary position to attend library board meetings on the third Monday of each month at 4pm and report to the Township Board every other month. Please call 269-948-2194 if 77551959 interested. PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW ERRORS AND OMISSIONS MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2010 (TUESDAY) 1:00 P.M. PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP HALL 10115 SOUTH NORRIS ROAD DELTON, MI 49046 TO CORRECT ALL ERRORS AND OMISSIONS PERTAINING TO PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP PROPERTY 77551678 OWNERS. FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Charles E. Sheldon and Stacey L. Sheldon, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for WMC Mortgage Corp., its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 26, 2004 and recorded February 9, 2004 in Instrument # 1121950 Barry County Records, Michigan Said mortgage was assigned to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2004 Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2004WMC4, by assignment dated February 4, 2004 and recorded July 6, 2010in Instrument # 201007060006386 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Six Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Five Dollars and Sixty-Six Cents ($86,895.66) including interest 8% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on December 9, 2010 Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6 of Daniel Staley's Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 4, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 403 Philadelphia St, Nashville MI 49073 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 11/11/2010 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of June 1, 2004 Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2004WMC4, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 10-29662 ASAP# 3807345 11/11/2010, 11/18/2010, 11/25/2010, 12/02/2010 06730772 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Katrina Cummiford, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated October 26, 2006, and recorded on November 1, 2006 in instrument 1172236, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand One Hundred Fifteen and 14/100 Dollars ($195,115.14), including interest at 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot No. 5, Mastenbrooks Subdivision, according to the recorded plat thereof. Also that part of said Lot 6 of Mastenbrook's Subdivision described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of said Lot 6 distant North 00 degrees 23 minutes 12 seconds East 29.86 feet from the Southwest corner of said Lot 6 (Southeast corner of Lot 5) said point being the intersection of said West line and the Northerly right of way line of Chief Noonday Road; thence North 00 degrees 23 minutes 12 seconds East along said West line, 255.27 feet to an iron stake near the shore of Payne Lake; thence South 02 degrees 36 minutes 32 seconds East 206.75 feet to an iron stake, thence South 12 degrees 52 minutes 24 seconds West 49.97 feet to the point of beginning. Including lands lying between the above described parcel and the waters of Payne Lake, as limited by the original platted lot lines extended to the water's edge. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #347464F01 06730777 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kevin T Keck and Sharon K Keck, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to First Indiana Bank, NA, Mortgagee, dated November 21, 2005, and recorded on December 8, 2005 in instrument 1157374, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Six Thousand Seven Hundred SixtyEight and 25/100 Dollars ($146,768.25), including interest at 7.85% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing where the highway from Battle Creek to Hastings crosses the South line of Section 9, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, West 11 rods 6 feet, North 14 rods, East 11 rods 8 feet, South 14 rods to beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551465 File #346919F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jennifer Curtis and Jason Curtis, Wife and Husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 6, 2007, and recorded on November 8, 2007 in instrument 200711080003982, and assigned by said Mortgagee to First Horizon Home Loans a division of First Tennessee Bank National Association as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty-Six and 64/100 Dollars ($208,826.64), including interest at 8.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit No. 12, Whitewater Estates Condominium, a Condominium according to the Master Deed recorded in Liber 688, Page 426, as amended, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 10, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as shown on the Master Deed, and amendments thereto, and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551304 File #312407F01 Public Hearing HASTINGS CHARTER TOWNSHIP Proposed 2011 Budget PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on December 14, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at the Township Hall at 885 River Road, Hastings, the Board of Trustees will hold a Public Hearing on the proposed 2011 Township General Fund and Library Fund Budgets. The Board may not adopt the proposed 2011 budgets until after the public hearing. The proposed property tax rate to be levied to support the proposed budget will be discussed at this hearing. A copy of the proposed budget, including the proposed property tax millage rate, will be available for inspection after December 1 by appointment with the Clerk. Bonnie L. Cruttenden, Clerk 269-948-9690 office Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the township clerk at least seven (7) days in advance of the hearing. This notice posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act) MCLA41.72a(2)(3) and with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). 77551681 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Theresa McCormick (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 752 S Grove St, Delton MI 49046. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of November 29, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after November 29, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. November 29, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77551981 Hastings, MI 49058 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Scott Mueller (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 1634 Mixer Rd, Hastings, MI 49058. has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of November 30, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after November 30, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. November 30, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, 77552017 Hastings, MI 49058 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Alvin and Aimee Hawley (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 134 N. State St, Woodland MI 48897. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of November 30, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after November 30, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. November 30, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 77552019 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nancy K. Rhodes and Craig A. Rhodes, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 12, 2008, and recorded on September 3, 2008 in instrument 200809030008796, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-Eight and 78/100 Dollars ($150,588.78), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 3, Hunters Ridge Estates Subdivision, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 6, Page(s) 12 of Plats, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551401 File #346572F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE The Mortgage described below is in default: Mortgage (the “Mortgage”) made by Frances L. Faverman, Survivor of herself and her deceased spouse, Gerald A. Faverman, an unmarried woman, as Mortgagor, to United Bank Mortgage Corporation, a Michigan banking corporation, with its address at 900 East Paris Avenue, SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, as Mortgagee, dated March 5, 2003 and recorded on March 12, 2003, Instrument No.: 1099339, Barry County Records, Barry County, Michigan. The balance owing on the Mortgage is $100,631.42 at the time of this Notice. The Mortgage contains a power of sale and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage, or any part of the Mortgage. TAKE NOTICE that on December 16, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., local time, or any adjourned date thereafter, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, (which is the building where the Circuit Court for Barry County is held). The Mortgagee will apply the sale proceeds to the debt secured by the Mortgage as stated above, plus interest on the amount due at the rate of 5.00% per annum; all legal costs and expenses, including attorneys fees allowed by law; and also any amount paid by the Mortgagee to protect its interest in the property. The property to be sold at foreclosure is all of that real estate situated in the County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as: LOT 91 OF SUNRISE SHORES NO. 2, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF IN LIBER 5 OF PLATS, ON PAGE 98, YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY. Tax Identification Number: 08-16-220-091-00 The redemption period shall be one year from the date of sale pursuant to MCLA 600.3240(12), unless deemed abandoned and then thirty (30) days pursuant to MCLA 600.3240(11). November 2, 2010 UNITED BANK MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Mortgagee PLUNKETT COONEY KELLI L. BAKER (P49960) Attorney for Mortgagee 333 Bridge Street NW, Suite 530 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 (616) 752-4624 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kenneth E. Easterday, as Trustee of the Kenneth E. Easterday Trust dated 5/11/2005, A Single Person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 12, 2009, and recorded on May 27, 2009 in instrument 20090527-0005583, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Eighty-Five and 28/100 Dollars ($105,085.28), including interest at 4.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1 of the Supervisor's Plat of Techland, according to the Recorded Plat thereof as Recorded in liber 3 of Plats, on Page 40 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551966 File #349801F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael J. Speck, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 23, 2006, and recorded on January 25, 2006 in instrument 1159334, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety Thousand Three Hundred Nineteen and 59/100 Dollars ($90,319.59), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 18 rods 7 1/2 feet East from the Southwest corner of Section 18, Town 2 North, Range 10 West; thence North 20 rods; thence East 16 rods; thence South 20 rods; thence West 16 rods to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551435 File #347952F01 77551359 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Loretta Pezet, a Single Woman to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated July 29, 2005 and recorded August 22, 2005 in Instrument # 1151447 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned through mesne assignments to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Argent Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-W2 by assignments of mortgage dated November 19, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Seven Hundred One Dollars and Fifty-Six Cents ($103,701.56) including interest 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on January 6, 2011 Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 4, of Block 1 of the Village of Freeport, according to the recorded plat thereof. Subject to easements, reservations, restrictions and limitations of record, if any. Commonly known as 157 Maple St, Freeport MI 49325 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 12/02/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Argent Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-W2 Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77552004 Our File No: 10-30437 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by John Mark Reilly and Heidi Lee Reilly, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Washington Mutual Bank, FA, Mortgagee, dated October 29, 2004, and recorded on January 3, 2005 in instrument 1139519, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company as Trustee for Washington Mutual Mortgage Pass-Through-Certificate Series 2005AR2 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Sixty Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-One and 89/100 Dollars ($260,531.89), including interest at 2.953% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 1717 feet of the North 1015 feet of the South 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 23, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Castleton Township, Barry County, Michigan subject to an easment for Public Highway purpose over the Westerly 33 feet thereof for Price Road and any other easement or restriction of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551637 File #267650F02 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT 248-539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. INITIAL FORECLOSURE NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACT 30 OF 2009. Notice is hereby provided to Collin Lee Davis, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter “Borrower”) regarding the property known as 603 E THORN STREET, HASTINGS, MI 49058 that the mortgage is in default. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer through its designated agent, Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. (“Designated Agent”), 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335, 248-539-7400 (Tel), 248-539-7401 (Fax), email: designatedagent@sspclegal.com. Collin Lee Davis also has/have the right to contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (“MSHDA”) at its website www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling MSHDA at (866) 946-7432 (Tel). If Borrower(s) requests a meeting, no foreclosure proceeding will be commenced until the expiration of 90 days from the date Notice was mailed to the Borrower(s) pursuant to Section 3205(a) of HB 4454, Public Act 30 of 2009. If Designated Agent and Borrower(s) agree to modify the mortgage, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower(s) abide by the terms of the modified mortgage. Borrower(s) have the right to contact an attorney or the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 968-0738 (Tel). Pub Date: December 2, 2010 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77551983 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Timothy R. Butcher and Angelina D. Butcher 751 Sheffield Road Battle Creek, MI 49017 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: December 2, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 224.6187 ASAP# 3826857 12/02/2010 77551669 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary Lee Wiggins and Jodi Wiggins, husband and wife, who executes this instrument for the sole purpose of subordinating her dower and homestead interest to the lien of this mortgage, original mortgagor(s), to Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., Mortgagee, dated May 18, 2005, and recorded on July 1, 2005 in instrument 1148883, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Eight and 73/100 Dollars ($93,688.73), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 4, Brookfield Acres Subdivision, as recorded in Liber 5, Page 29 of Plats, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551944 File #242530F04 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Steven A Dill and Christine A Dill, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated December 18, 2006, and recorded on January 2, 2007 in instrument 1174540, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Four Hundred Twelve and 22/100 Dollars ($107,412.22), including interest at 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 9, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 25 and the North 1/2 of Lot 26 of Country Acres, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, on Page 64. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #346130F01 77551395 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Joseph R. Johnson and Cheryl Johnson, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Chase Bank USA, N.A., Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2007, and recorded on July 2, 2007 in instrument 1182499, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance, LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Eight Thousand One Hundred Forty-Seven and 07/100 Dollars ($198,147.07), including interest at 10% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point in the North and South 1/4 line of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 8 West and 28 chains and 9 links North 00 degrees 20 minutes West from the South 1/4 post thereof; thence South 86 degrees East 3 chains 83 links; thence South 35 degrees 10 minutes East 4 chains and 70 links to the Lake; thence South 02 degrees 30 minutes West 4 chains and 52 links; thence West 08 chains 21 links; thence North 22 degrees 15 minutes East 5 chains and 6 1/4 links; thence North 00 degrees 20 minutes East 4 chains and no links to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551995 File #349124F01 NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. Notwithstanding, if the debt secured by this property was discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is NOT an attempt to collect that debt. You are presently in default under your Mortgage Security Agreement, and the Mortgage Holder may be contemplating the commencement of foreclosure proceedings under the terms of that Agreement and Michigan law. You have no legal obligation to pay amounts due under the discharged note. A loan modification may not serve to revive that obligation. However, in the event you wish to explore options that may avert foreclosure, please contact our office at the number listed below. Attention: The following notice shall apply only if the property encumbered by the mortgage described below is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.7cc. Attention Andrew Michael Keeler and Matthew Adam Keeler, regarding the property at 8488 E M 79 Hwy Nashville, MI 49073. The following notice does not apply if you have previously agreed to modify the mortgage loan under section 3205b. 3205a, 3205b and 3205c do not apply unless the terms of the modified mortgage loan entered into were complied with for one year after the date of the modification. You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. is the designee with authority to make agreements under MCL 600.3205b and MCL 600.3205c, and can be contacted at: 811 South Blvd., Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123. You may also contact a housing counselor. 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Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 information may be faxed to (248)267-3004, Attention: Loss Mitigation 77552002 Our File No: 10-33369 �Page 14 — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Burn barrels to become relics of a different time Just about anyone who has a little gray in their hair remembers the days when Mom would send them out to the back yard with a brown paper bag filled with discarded mail and food wrappers and a strike-anywhere match. The mission: Burn the trash. Now, burning household waste — anything from paper to wood, plastics and foam products — is an anachronism in most of the state. Beginning April 1, 2011, it should be just a distant memory everywhere after new regulations on open burning go into effect. The current exemption to state regulations against open burning that allows folks to burn their household trash will be eliminated. “This is not a novel idea,” said Jim Ostrowski, an environmental analyst with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment’s environmental assistance program. “In fact, Michigan is one of just a handful of states that still allows people to burn trash without restrictions and the only Great Lakes state that does not restrict or prohibit the activity.” Simply put, burning trash is not a good idea. It allows the release of environmental contaminants, such as hydrogen cyanide, benzene, lead, mercury, dioxin and carbon dioxide, into the environment. Just the fine particulate matter in the smoke itself is potentially harmful to people with respiratory issues and can result in both acute and chronic health The exemption to state open burning regulations that allows burning household trash will be eliminated April 1, 2011. 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The driver, 16, lost control of the vehicle while driving on Norris Road near Hayward Road in icy conditions Dec. 1. The Jeep ran off the roadway and overturned into a swamp, trapping the occupants, which included an 8-year-old. The occupants were pulled from the vehicle by witnesses and first responders. All POLICE BEAT Banner CLASSIFIEDS BED: QUEEN PILLOWTOP mattress set, NEW, still in plastic, $195. Call (517)4104921 delivery available. Early morning accident leaves one dead and two injured In Memoriam IN LOVING MEMORY OF Myrtle M. Cuddahee 2/19/1938 - 12/2/2005 Five years have come and gone since we last parted. Many things have happened in our lives but our love for you is everylasting. We miss you dearly but know that you are now with Dad as you wanted to be. Loved forever and sadly missed by Brian & Brenda, Brenda Gale, Cathy, Felicia, Glen, Jeremy, Andrew & Dylan Estate Sale ESTATE/MOVING SALES: by Bethel Timmer - The Cottage House Antiques. 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The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 First Annual Deer Hunter Page Publishes: th December 4 edition of the Reminder Ad includes a photo and details of your deer. Ad size: 1 column x 3 inches tall Ads must be prepaid prior to publication Cost is $18 per ad 07559156 smoke and odor complaints, it is often the cause of wild fires as well as property fires. The change in regulations will not include burning leaves, brush or yard clippings, but even in those cases, other alternatives are more environmentally sound, such as composting, said the DNRE. Prior to the change in April, burning household refuse is allowed in burn barrels, though unattended fires are never a good idea and can have serious consequences. The DNRE estimates that 30 percent of all wildfires are caused by burning debris, and hundreds of thousands of dollars of property damage occurs annually because of outdoor burning. Burn barrels are often a source of conflict between neighbors; which “right” is more important: allowing people to burn household refuse or guaranteeing that everyone can open their windows without noxious smoke and odors getting into their homes? Forest fire regulations require a burn permit for any fires outside of a burn barrel at anytime the ground is not covered with snow. In northern Michigan, most burn permits are issued by the DNRE, though in southern Michigan — and some larger northern Michigan communities — burn permits are issued by the local fire department. Information about burn permits is available at the website www.michigan.gov/burnpermit. The change in regulations will generally not effect open burning of trees, logs, shrubs and brush as long as the burning occurs at least 1,400 feet outside the limits of an incorporated village or city. However, a number of areas in the state are considered priority areas by the DNRE and such burning is not allowed. A list of these priority areas can be found at the website www.michigan.gov/openburning, under “Michigan Open Burning Laws and Rules.” Typically, open burning of leaves or grass clippings is prohibited in municipalities with populations exceeding 7,500 unless local ordinances specifically allow the practice. The new rules do not apply to recreational or campfires. So you don’t have to worry about the youngsters missing their s’mores. The DNRE said it has no intention of forming a posse to round up people who continue burning household refuse, but prefers to focus on educating people about the dangers and potential adverse health effects of burning. However, local officials may choose to enforce the provisions if they deem it necessary in response to complaints from residents adversely affected by burning. The department expects that some local units of government will either change existing ordinances or create new ones to address open-burning issues. “We realize that there are going to be some road blocks and challenges,” Ostrowski said. “It will take a cooperative partnership with local units of government to implement this change successfully.” Among the tools the DNRE hopes will ease the transition is a database to help citizens identify waster disposal options in their areas and outreach materials — developed in partnership with the Department of Community Health — to educate both citizens and elected officials about the open-burning rule and the dangers of trash burning. Ideally, the change in regulations will result in less pollution, less smoke, less odor, fewer wild fires, and better health for everyone, according to the DNRE. Read The BANNER every week! Copies conveniently available on newsstands throughout the area. Hastings Police stopped a vehicle for driving erratically Nov. 25 on South Dibble Street. Officers made contact with the driver, 21, from Hastings, who told the investigating officer that he had just left an area bar and had consumed about six drinks. Further investigation revealed a .18 percent blood alcohol level. The driver was placed under arrest and lodged at the Barry County Jail, facing charges of operating while intoxicated, second offense. Thieves ransack Three Brothers Pizza Hastings Police responded to a reported breaking and entering at Three Brothers Pizza on South Hanover Street Nov. 23. A delivery driver noted an open window on the northwest corner of the building and contacted police. The investigating officer met with an employee who reported food items, a few utensils and a small amount of change missing. It appears that the suspect(s) entered through the window and fled after ransacking the establishment. Anyone with information about the break-in is asked to contact the Hastings City Police Department 269-945-5744 or Silent Observer, 800-310-9031. Thief is long gone Hastings Police are investigating a larceny from a storage container at an apartment complex on West Woodlawn Avenue. The victim, 47, told the officer Nov. 24 that he had noticed that the lock had been broken off the container. After investigation, several items were found to be missing, including tools, tires, a laptop computer, DVD player and vehicle parts. It was unknown when the theft occurred. Someone was fishing for stolen property Hastings Police are investigating the breaking and entering of a storage shed on Starr School Road that was reported Nov. 27. The victim, 49, of Grand Rapids, found the shed had been broken into and said that hand and power tools, plus fishing equipment missing. The complainant believes the theft occurred within the past several weeks. Deputies don’t fall for the old switcheroo Barry County Deputies stopped a 1999 red Pontiac Grand Am on M-89 and Doster Road Nov. 25 for an expired plate and failure to use a turn signal. A deputy had noticed a male driving the vehicle, but when the car stopped a female was in the driver’s seat. The male, 22, of Kalamazoo was issued a citation for driving with a suspended license, and the incident reported was to the prosecutor’s office. The female, 19, of Kalamazoo was issued citations for an expired license plate and no proof of insurance. Pair said incident was misunderstanding Nashville Police responded to a reported domestic assault on Main Street Nov. 25 at the Nashville Marathon station. A deputy and state trooper also responded to the scene. When interviewed, the male suspect, 20, of Nashville, explained that he and his girlfriend were having an argument. The female, 20, of Hastings, said it was Thanksgiving and she didn’t want her boyfriend to leave. When they were arguing, she grabbed him by the coat, he yanked free, and she fell to the ground. They both said they did not want to hurt the other person. There were no injuries. Upon further investigation, the female was wanted on a child support warrant from Barry County. She was arrested and taking to the Barry County Jail. Driver’s story has two versions Deputies discovered a green 1997 GMC Jimmy Nov. 14, in a swamp off West Hickory Road near Hickory Corners. Deputy K9 Gina was called out to inspect the abandoned vehicle. The specially trained dog indicated positive sign for narcotics in the dashboard vent. Marijuana was found, and the car was towed. When contacted, the vehicle’s owner a 20-year-old male from Battle Creek, said a female friend had borrowed the car at a party. Later, the report proved false. The owner had been walking home from a party after crashing the vehicle, was picked up by a different deputy and taken home. He told the deputy he was walking home from a friend’s house and made no mention of the accident. The owner was issued a citation for failure to report an accident. A charge for marijuana possession is being sought from the prosecutor’s office. Library may provide clue A hunter near Yankee Springs and Gun Lake roads south of Middleville, reported suspicious situation Nov. 20. Deputies investigated the possibility of someone living on a trail in Yankee Springs. The scene contained equipment partially decomposed and covered with leaves. A Kent County District Library card, blue sleeping bag, black swimsuit, a piece of jewelry and empty Walgreens prescription bottle with an unreadable label were found. When contacting the Kent County Library system, deputies were told a formal request for information is required. The case remains active pending information from the library account. No deer in the weeds A Hastings homeowner reported Nov. 19 that hunters had found marijuana plants on her property. Deputies responded to find two plants torn up and placed next to the home. The hunters reported “pushing” a swampy area of the property for deer and discovered the plants. Photos were taken, and the plants taken into evidence and then destroyed. Next time use the door Deputies from the Barry County Sheriff’s Department responded to a report that a 20year-old, allegedly intoxicated male had jumped from a moving vehicle. The incident happened just before 2 a.m. Dec. 1 Miller Road south of Guernsey Lake Road near Delton. The sheriff’s department said the man was transported by Mercy Ambulance to Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo with unknown injuries. The cause of incident remains under investigation. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — Page 15 Saxons look to make up for missing post presence The 2010-11 Hastings varsity girls’ basketball team. Team members are (front from left) Taylor Carpenter, Tauri Schils, Kayla Vogel, Veronica Hayden, Gabby Eaton, Meghan VanZyl, (back) coach Amanda Jandahl, coach Bill Wallace, Laken Meade, Megan Morse, Maicee Herrington, Dani Meredith, Gabrielle Shipley, Erika Rozell, Katie Coenen and head coach Steve Laubaugh. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxon girls plan on winning more than they lose by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Hastings has eight of its nine regulars back from last season. That’s moved the bar up a little bit for the varsity girls’ basketball team. “We think we’re an above .500 team,” said head coach Steve Laubaugh. “This is the year. There’s really no excuses for us not to be. We’ve had the experience. We won a few close games last year.” The Saxons are led by a trio of players with at least three years of varsity experience. Veronica Hayden is on the varsity for a fourth season, and goes into the year as the starting point guard. She’s joined by a pair of threeyear varsity starters, senior forward Kayla Vogel and junior forward Gabrielle Shipley. Hayden was all-conference in the O-K Gold last winter, and Vogel the year prior to that. Also back are senior guards Tauri Schils, Gabby Eaton and Meghan VanZyl, junior forward Dani Meredith and senior guard Taylor Carpenter who missed nearly all of last season with an injury. “We’ve got experience and we’ve got Roni (Hayden) and Kayla who are strong post scorers, and you just don’t see that in girls basketball that much,” Laubaugh said. “That’s one advantage we have, scoring in the box, as opposed to the unreliable 14-foot jump shot.” The advantage some opponents in the O-K Gold Conference will have over the Saxons this season is history. The Saxons need to learn to play with confidence. “Can we get over the mental hurdle of beating beams they haven’t beaten in years,” said Laubaugh, “the South Christians and Caledonias that personnel-wise are no better than us right now?” The Saxons could be in a battle with them to finish as high as third in the conference. Grand Rapids Catholic Central, the defending state champions, and Wayland look to be the top two teams in the league heading into action. Hastings opens its season Friday at Comstock Park, then will host Lakewood Tuesday. League play begins with a trip to Forest Hills Eastern Tuesday. These local advertisers support coverage of your local teams. Show your thanks by supporting these sponsors! WHITE’S PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO 131 W. State St, Hastings 945-3967 MILLER REAL ESTATE 149 W. State St, Hastings 945-5182 BROWN’S CARPET ONE & CUSTOM INTERIORS 945-2479 FILLMORE EQUIPMENT 2900 N. M-43 Hwy, Hastings 945-9526 “Good Luck Saxons!” CREEKSIDE PROFESSIONAL CENTER 1761 W. 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Broadway, Hastings 945-0514 www.TradeMarkRealty.com 401 N. Broadway, Hastings 945-5352 430 W. State St, Hastings 945-3495 GOLE DENTAL GROUP TRADEMARK REALTY, INC. PERFORMANCE PLUS QUICK LUBE “Since 1908” 948-9472 945-4284 HASTINGS CITY BANK 614 W. State St, Hastings 948-3170 948-2244 “You can make up for that with just intensity,” he said. Things will be intense in the O-K Gold Conference all season long. Thornapple Kellogg, South Christian, and Wayland are the early favorites. “It is wide open. I think Catholic Central could be decent. I think we could be okay. I think Middleville’s got a couple of the better players in our league, and one of them is a post (Jarod Stolicker) and one is a point guard (Greg Hamilton) which is pretty important,” said Schils. The Saxons start the season with a trip to Lakewood Dec. 7, then open league play with back-to-back home contests Dec. 14 and 17 against Forest Hills Eastern and Caledonia. 948-9696 616-374-1200 130 W. State, Hastings Don Schils, Hastings head coach 122 N. Jefferson Rd. Hastings Lake Odessa • Freeport • Dimondale Mulliken • Pewamo • Westphalia Dr. Daniel Gole ~ Dr. Jason D. Gole Dr. Philip D. Gole 121 W. Woodlawn, Hastings “We’re going to get into the passing lanes a little bit more and create some turnovers, which hopefully also leads to some easy baskets. Before, it was going into the paint to get an easy basket.” 616-891-8104 100.1 FM Hastings 4624 N. M-37 Hwy, Middleville decide whether that’s a weakness or a strength. HASTINGS NAPA 632 E. Main St. Caledonia 122 W. State St, Hastings FIRST REHAB by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Saxons plan on changing their style a bit. They plan to push the tempo a bit more. “For the first time in 17 years I don’t have a true center that we can get baskets from in the paint consistently,” said Hastings head coach Don Schils. “So, we have to get after it a bit more, look to create turnovers and push the ball.” They need to change on the offensive end, so they’re changing on the defensive end first. “We’re going to get into the passing lanes a little bit more and create some turnovers,” Schils said, “which hopefully also leads to some easy baskets. Before, it was going into the paint to get an easy basket.” The Saxons do have players to push the basketball. Much of the returning core is in the backcourt, led by senior guards Grant Heide and Jared Bosma. Also back are senior forwards Kevin Bosma, Tate Miller and Keith Garber. There isn’t much off a drop off in talent between the returnees and the varsity newcomers, a group that includes senior forward Sean McKeough, junior guard Danny Buehler, sophomore forwards Eric Hart and Brad Merritt, and exchange-student Matthias Hanschke. Schils won’t call the lack of height a weakness in terms of rebounding yet. He calls it a “concern”. He said it’s his players who will SEIF CHEVROLET BUICK PONTIAC HODGES JEWELRY 221 N. Industrial Park, Hastings The 2010-11 Hastings varsity boys’ basketball team. Team members are (front from left) Tate Miller, Grant Heide, Jared Bosma, Daniel Buehler, Maxwell Clark, Brad Merritt, (back) head coach Don Schils, coach Jeff Storrs, Matthias Hanschke, Kevin Bosma, Sean McKeough, Eric Hart, Keith Garber, coach Steve Storrs and manager Jessica Kloosterman. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Paul Peterson 1215 N. Broadway, Hastings 115 S.Jefferson St, Hastings 948-8001 945-9249 AT HOME REAL ESTATE GIRRBACH FUNERAL HOME 50 N. M-37 Hwy, Hastings 945-3550 “Work with the people who make you Feel At Home” 328 S. Broadway, Hastings 945-3252 945-9549 GEE & LONGSTREET LLP Attorneys at Law 607 N. Broadway, Hastings 945-3495 RENEWED HEALTH CHIROPRACTIC & MASSAGE THERAPY 400 W. State St, Hastings 269-945-2203 �Page 16 — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner The 2010-11 Hastings wrestling team. Team members are (front from left) Sammy Ackels, Cody Newton, Shane Tossava, Davey Case, Collin Ferguson, Bret Thomas, Brett Stephens, Jackson Hasty, Tony Zalewski, manager Suzie Lenz, (second row) Lexi Wolcott, Ethan Haywood, Dakota Gaskill, William McKeever, Kyle Mikolajczyk, Mike Cross, Mitchell Brisboe, Collan Lenz, Jordan Wheeler, manager Dani King, (third row) coach Darrell Slaughter, Nic Schaefer, Aaron Williams, Zach Wilcox, Josh Ehredt, Carlos Zink, Joe Krebs, Stephen Kendal, Brody Madden, (fourth row) coach Dennis Redman, Colton Marlette, Beau Reaser, Matt Mansfield, Travis Raab, Dylan Kelmer, Dakota Brinkman, Tony Gibson, coach Mike Goggins, (back) Mack Hammond, Lucas Elliott, Aaron Moore, Austin Moore, Kenny Cross, Chase Huisman, Joe Siska, Nate Pewoski and Michael Mansfield. Missing from photo are James Maine, Jacob Stanton and Greg Case. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxons face Scots in first match on home mats by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The seniors on this year’s Hastings’ varsity wrestling team were in elementary school the last time the Saxons didn’t win a conference championship. They don’t want that streak to end now. Hastings has won five consecutive conference championships, and conference titles in eight of the last nine seasons. The Saxons biggest hurdle in the O-K Gold this winter may also be one of its first hurdles in the league, as Hastings plays host to Caledonia Dec. 15. That is the first home match of the season for the Saxons. League action starts for Hastings at Forest Hills Eastern Dec. 8. Saxon head coach Mike Goggins expects his seniors to have the team ready. Half of the line-up is filled with seniors this season, who have all seen plenty of mat time. The group is led by Colton Marlette, a heavyweight who finished sixth at the Division 2 Individual State Finals last season. Also back is 152-pound senior Collin Ferguson, another state qualifier. Heavyweight Matt Mansfield, 189-pounder Beau Reaser, 160-pounder Mike Cross, 140pounder Ken Cross, and 135-pounder Mitchell Brisboe all won at least 30 matches for the Saxons last winter and return to the line-up. Most of those returnees for the Saxons are in the upper weights though. Goggins said that his lightweights are “untested”. The Saxons will look for some good things from freshman Zach Wilcox at 103 pounds, junior Dave Case at 119, and sophomore Chase Huisman at 145. James Maine, a senior, is also expected to break into the varsity line-up at 171 to help make it solid all the way through. Hastings was scheduled to open its season Wednesday at the East Kentwood quad, and will return to the mats Saturday at the Allegan Invitational. Elks hosting annual ‘Hoop Shoot’ at HHS Hastings Elks Lodge #1965 will again be hosting its 39th annual youth basketball “Hoop Shoot” on Saturday, Dec. 11. The event will take place in the Hastings High School’s main gym. The free throw shooting will begin at 1 p.m. This event is open to the public. All boys and girls ages 8 to 13 are eligible. Contestants must be 8-years-old by April 1, and must not turn 14 by that same date. Trophies will be awarded to all first, second and third place winners in each age group. The Elks will be serving free hot dogs and drinks to all contestants. Contact Mike McLean with any questions at (269) 948-9561. Saxon cheer team begins season at Barry Co. Invite The 2010-11 Hastings High School varsity competitive cheer team. The Hastings girls open their season Dec. 15 at Lakewood High School, where they face the host Vikings, Delton Kellogg, Maple Valley and Thornapple Kellogg in the Barry County Invitational. The Saxons have two home meets on the slate for this season, SaxonFest Jan. 15 and an O-K Gold jamboree Jan. 19. (Photo courtesy White’s Photography) Swimmers try to build on last year’s third-place finish by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Thornapple Kellogg-Hastings boys’ swimming and diving team hits the water this winter looking to build on the program’s best season ever. The Trojans were third in the O-K Rainbow Tier II last season, and also won the Wayland Invitational and placed second at the Ottawa Hills Invitational. Tyler Swanson, one of the leaders of that squad, returns for his senior season after placing second in the league in the 100-yard butterfly as a junior. Other key returnees for the TK-Hastings team include diver Joshua Wheeler, as well as Brad Gagnon, Zack Zwiernikowski, Dalton White and Daegan Mix. The Trojan team will also look for contributions from newcomers Scott Applegate, Dexx VanHouten and Chad Singleterry. Swimming coach Tyler Bultema, who is entering his seventh season leading the team, said his team has a great attitude and work ethic. Numbers are a strength once again as well. “We are looking for team efforts in all the events,” said Bultema. While the numbers are strong, the team is a little shorthanded in the swimming events other than the freestyle races. They’ll look to get that cleaned up before the start of the season, when they host Byron Center Dec. 9 in the Community Education and Recreation Center in Hastings. The Trojans only have two other events on the schedule before the new year, a trip to the Raider Relays at Grand Rapids Community College Dec. 11 and a trip to Jenison Dec. 28. DK wrestling team brings back pair of KVA champions The 2010-11 Delton Kellogg varsity boys’ basketball team. Team members are (front from left) Aaron Hakes, Connor Wolschleger, Ryan Watson, Norm O’Meara, Ryan Hook, Zach Leinaar, (back) Charlie VanHoose, Adam May, Gage VanHarn, Mitchell Wandell and Zach Meyers. Missing from photo are coach Mike Murray and Nick Brindley. The 2010-11 Delton Kellogg wrestling team. Team members are (front from left) manager Lacey Miller, Tyler Dempsey, Austin Storm, Ray Vickery, Aaron Addison, Alex Kline, Marshall Morrison, Kenmark Maligat, Justin Bowers, Bobby Bottom, manager Janelle Fluty, (middle row) head coach Dan Phillips, David Dempsey, Harley Miller, William Selby, Hunter Chilton, Roger Saylor, Wyatt Case, Raymond St. Onge, Jeffrey Bissett, coach Brett Bissett, (back) Dakota Goyings, Blake Herzog, Logan Montes, Devin Kalee, Trevor Curtice, Matt Durham, Evan Curtice, Jason King and coach Eric Curtice. Missing from photo is Dylan Kelley. by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Delton Kellogg’s varsity wrestling team returns many of its best athletes from the team which finished third it the Kalamazoo Valley Association last year. The group includes seniors Jeff Bissett and Trevor Curtice, who both won league championships last year at 130 pounds and 171 respectively. Bissett went on from the KVA championship to qualify for the state finals in Division 3 at 135 pounds. They’re back to lead the way along with teammates Tyler Dempsey, David Dempsey, Harley Miller and Dakota Goyings. “We have some good senior leadership,” said Delton head coach Dan Phillips, who’s entering his second season leading the program. Those seniors will be trying to lead the program to conference and district championships this winter. Those aren’t goals which will be easy to reach. The Kalamazoo Valley Association should be strong again, with Constantine and Schoolcraft returning strong teams and Pennfield, Maple Valley and Olivet all looking to contend as well. “I’m very excited about the opportunities and challenges we will face this year,” said Phillips. “Barring any unfortunate circumstances, we should be very competitive this year.” Looking to help the varsity team be competitive for the first time this season will be senior Jason King, sophomore Justin Bowers and freshman Evan Curtice. The Panthers should be competitive in the middle of their line-up, but will be looking to gain experience early in the season in the heavyweights and trying to build some depth in the lower weights. The Panthers were slated to open the season Wednesday at Mattawan. They’ll be at the Lawton Invitational Saturday, then head to Lakewood Dec. 8. The KVA season starts for the Panthers when they travel to Maple Valley Jan. 12. The first home matches for the Panthers will be wrestled Dec. 11 at the DK Invitational. Philosophy travels from UCLA, to WMU, to Delton by Brett Bremer Sports Editor There aren’t too many links in the chain between the man many consider the greatest coach of all time and the new Delton Kellogg varsity boys’ basketball coach Mike Murray. Murray spent the last three years working as the Director of Basketball Operations at Western Michigan University, in his words basically making “sure that coach (Steve) Hawkins was comfortable.” Hawkins, who spent time after high school working as a high school coach in Los Angeles was an assistant at UCLA camps run by John Wooden. “My definition of success is based on coach Wooden’s definition of success,” said Murray. “If you try your hardest, then the score doesn’t matter. Nothing else matters.” So, that’s all he’ll ask of his players as they enter the 2010-11 season. That group of players is led by junior guard Ryan Watson and junior forward Mitchell Wandell. Watson was honorable mention all-conference in the Kalamazoo Valley Association last winter, averaging 12.3 points, 3.7 assists, and 4 rebounds a game and got better as his sophomore season wore on. Also returning are senior forward Charlie Continued next page �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — Page 17 Mohn has four starters back to help in transition The 2010-11 Delton Kellogg varsity competitive cheer team. Team members are (front from left) Mari Christiansen, Amanda Mikolajczyk, Brooke Gaylor, Nicole Merda, Kaleigh Robinson, (middle row) coach Zoe Reynolds, Alison Papesh, Mikayla Hackler, Kami McCowan, Carlye Conine, (back) Taeler Proudfit, Kyly Janowski, Cassidy Morgan, Corinthia Andersen and Kendra Chaney. Panthers’ cheer team motivated to improve The 2010-11 Delton Kellogg varsity girls’ basketball team. Team members are (front from left) Sarah Rendon, Brooke Martin, Alea Hammond, Taylor Blacken, Rachel Parker, manager Samantha Mohn, (back) coach Mike Mohn, Mallory Sewell, Andrea Polley, Adrianna Culbert, Amber Saurers and Shelby Douglas. by Brett Bremer Sports Editor He’ll still be shouting and stomping his feet on the sidelines on Tuesday and Friday nights. He’ll still be decked out in maroon. But this will be a very different season for Mike Mohn. After 12 years leading the Delton Kellogg varsity boys’ basketball program, Mohn is taking over the varsity girls’ team. He and his Panthers opened the season with a 59-35 victory over Allegan Tuesday night, at home. The team is led by junior forward Adrianna Culbert, who was an All-Kalamazoo Valley Association performer last winter. She’s one of four starters returning for the Panther team which finished third in the league last season with a 10-11 overall record. Also back are junior forward Andrea Polley, junior guard Alea Hammond and sophomore guard Brooke Martin. Mohn likes that experience on the court, and the overall team speed. The speed will come in handy, because he’s going to expect all-out hustle. “It’s just kind of a whole new experience for me,” Mohn said after Tuesday’s win. “The kids played really well. They were getting on the floor for loose balls, and you know me, they’re flying around a little bit and that was one of my concerns when I took over. They definitely quieted those so far.” Delton got 22 points and six rebounds from Culbert in the win. Polley added eight points and five steals. Hammond finished with seven steals. As a team, the Panthers also had 14 assists to just 13 turnovers. Delton had 11 of those assists in the first half. “We put a press on to start with and kind of got (Allegan) in a hole and they turned the ball over a bunch,” said Mohn. “We were fortunate to get a few easy baskets early.” The Panthers also expect contributions this season from sophomore guard Rachel Parker, sophomore center Mallory Sewell and freshman guard Sarah Rendon. Now, the Panthers jump right into league action. They go on the road for a tough contest with Kalamazoo Christian Friday night, then head to Parchment Tuesday. The Panthers next home contest is Dec. 10 against Maple Valley, in the first night of the boys’ and girls’ playing together this season. In the KVA, the boys will play first for the first half of the season and the girls second at about 7:30 p.m. by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Panthers were a little disappointed in their conference finish last winter, a season after winning the inaugural Southern Michigan Competitive Cheer Conference championship. Delton Kellogg varsity competitive cheer coach Zoe Reynolds said that her team is lacking in self confidence a bit, but it is ready to improve. “I am looking forward to having a great season this year,” said Reynolds. “My team is very motivated and I plan on using that to my advantage.” Leading the way for the Panthers on the mat will be junior flyer/gymnast Kami McCowan, senior base Brooke Gaylor, senior backspot Kaleigh Robinson, junior base Mikayla Hackler, junior flyer Taylor Earl, and senior backspot Amanda Mikolajczyk. The Panthers also expect solid contributions from newcomers Kyly Janowski, a freshman gymnast, sophomore base/gymnast Kendra Chaney and junior flyer Stacy Covington. “We would love to take back the title of champs this year,” said Reynolds. The competition will be tough at the top again, with Schoolcraft and White Pigeon returning strong teams. Delton will look to get off to good starts in meets. “Round one this season should be our best round,” said Reynolds. She added that her team is also doing very well so far this season with stunting and gymnastics. The first meet of the season for the Panthers is the Competitive Cheer Coaches Association of Michigan Invitational at Otsego High School Dec. 11. Delton then heads to Lakewood for the Barry County Invitational Dec. 15. The Panthers will be at home for the first time this season when they host the DK Invitational Jan. 8. Continued from previous page VanHoose and senior guard Aaron Hakes. Murray said he also expects solid contributions from junior guard Norm O’Meara and junior forwards Ryan Hook and Adam May. The best thing about this group is its sense of team. “Their togetherness,” said Murray when asked about his team’s strengths. “They share the ball well. They do a lot of the things good teams do. Their camaraderie. Their willingness to be good teammates to each other.” Murray was in charge of setting up travel schedules at , practice schedules, and in charge of the video break-downs of opponents. “The video break-down was the best part,” Murray said. “I saw lots of games. Each team we played, we’d break down their five previous games. So, that’s at least 150 games a year, plus the ones you’d watch on your own JACK’S DISCOUNT GROCERIES because you love basketball.” He’s going to bring some of that to Delton. He said his team was the only one to bring a video person to its four-team scrimmage Saturday, and the boys are starting to see some of the things they need to work on. 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It was still a great season though. Thornapple Kellogg earned its first O-K Gold Conference championship, dropping only one conference contest - at Hastings on the Saxons’ homecoming night. Lakewood improved as the season went on under first-year head coach Jim Behrenwald, while Delton Kellogg will have a new head coach next fall after Jay Carrigan stepped down after the season ended. Maple Valley continued to try and build its program back up under head coach Brian Lincoln. Both the Lions and the Panthers found it the going rough in the Kalamazoo Valley Association, but had quite an adventure opening the season in the KVA Classic at Waldo Stadium in Kalamazoo. Beh Football First Team Offense Coley McKeough, Thornapple Kellogg: The leader of the Trojan offense, McKeough rushed for 937 yards this season and passed for 641. In all, he scored 16 touchdowns. Running Backs Mike Caldwell, Maple Valley: The Lions’ bruising back, Caldwell rushed the ball 101 times for 582 yards and four touchdowns. He earned honorable mention All-KVA as much for his work on the defensive side of the ball. He led the KVA in tackles from his linebacker spot with 100, and also had 6.5 tackles for loss, forced four fumbles and recovered one. Alex Randall, Hastings: There weren’t many players in the county to rush for over 400 yards this season. Randall rushed for a school-record 418 in the Saxons’ final game of the season. He earned all-conference honors in the OK Gold, finishing the year with 1964 yards rushing, on an 8.8 yards per carry average, and scoring 21 touchdowns. He only fumbled the ball once on 223 carries. He also had 16 two-point conversion runs. Garrett Reid, Maple Valley: An explosive player with the ball in his hands, Reid scored nine touchdowns, kicked a couple extra points and one field goal. He finished the year with 54 rushes for 627 yards, 17 receptions for 185 yards, and returned 17 kicks for 482 yards and two touchdowns. Ends Jesse Aubil, Thornapple Kellogg: An allconference selection in the O-K Gold, Aubil was great whether he was at defensive end or tight end. On offense, coach Ruger called him a “relentless blocker” who had multiple third and fourth down conversions on receptions as well. Nick Brindley, Delton Kellogg : A junior, Brindley set Panther records for receptions and receiving years with 30 catches for 566 yards. He scored three touchdowns this year. Not only are those Delton bests, he led the KVA in receiving yards and was named firstteam all-conference. Offensive Line Riley Fisher, Maple Valley: When the Lions needed a yard, they ran the ball behind their senior Fisher. He was a three-year starter on the line, moving from tackle to tight end and back. He earned honorable mention allleague this fall in the KVA. On the defensive side, Fisher finished the year with 52 tackles and one fumble recovery. Adrian Foster, Thornapple Kellogg: The Trojans’ big tackle, was strong on both sides of the ball this season. Eric Hart, Hastings: A sophomore, Hart earned honorable mention all-conference in the O-K Gold this fall. On defense, he had 20 tackles and a sack. Matt Mansfield, Hastings: A senior who earned all-conference in the O-K Gold for the Saxons. He had 15 tackles, including one for a loss on defense. Sean McKeough (left) and Coley McKeough Lars Pyrzinski, Lakewood: Pyrzinski earned the Vikings’ O-line award this fall. He also was named all-league honors in the CAAC-White. Kicker Nathan Bryans, Lakewood: Another doit-all type player, Bryans kicked the ball, rushed the ball, caught the ball, and defended for the Vikings this fall. He led the team with six receptions for 134 yards and a touchdown. He averaged over 5 yards per carry running the ball, hit on three of four extra-point tries, averaged just over 30 yards per punt, and 21 tackles and two interceptions. He earned allleague honors in the CAAC-White. Football Second Team Offense Quarterback Brad Laverty, Maple Valley: He didn’t have gaudy numbers, but he rushed for over 200 yards and threw for over 300 in his senior season. He threw for two TDs. In the defensive backfield, Laverty recorded 31 tackles, had one interception and two fumble recoveries. Running Backs Dylan VanPutten, Thornapple Kellogg: The Trojans’ junior workhorse, he rushed for over 700 yards this season, averaging six yards per carry. “Absolutely the most competitive person on the field,” said TK head coach Chad Ruger. Matt Woodman, Maple Valley: Another solid two-way performer for the Lions, he had 13 rushes for 60 yards and seven receptions for 35 yards. He earned all-conference honorable mention in the KVA more for his defensive performance. He had 76 tackles from his linebacker spot, as well as 4.5 sacks and two fumble recoveries. Offensive Line Austin Koehl, Thornapple Kellogg: A junior, Koehl was strong at his guard spot for the Trojans this season. Austin Lance, Lakewood: Was solid at guard as a junior this fall for the Vikings. Lance was named honorable mention allleague in the CAAC-White. Kevin Maurer, Hastings: A senior, Maurer had an excellent season starting along the offensive line for the Saxons. Defensively, he had nine tackles. Andy Pierson, Maple Valley: A two year starter as a junior for the Lions on the offensive line. On defense, Pierson had 58 tackles at linebacker, recording two sacks and three tackles for loss. Austin Pinks, Delton Kellogg: A senior who was one of the leaders on the Panthers’ offensive line. Pinks also had a good season on defense, where he recorded 75 tackles as a linebacker. Ends Patrick Bobolts, Thornapple Kellogg: One of the Trojans top receiving threats this season. “If we needed a first down on a third down situation, we either went to him or Jesse SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8 4:00 pm Boys Varsity Basketball Scrimmage 5:00 pm Girls Fresh. Basketball Otsego HS H A FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 5:30 pm 7:00 pm Girls Boys Girls Girls Fresh. 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HASTINGS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Contact Laura 948-0506 to Sponsor the Sports Schedule 77551707 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2 Tyler Karcher (right) Jeff Bissett Aubil,” said coach Ruger. Tyler Stolicker, Hastings: A solid blocker and pass catcher. Stolicker led the Saxons in receptions with five, and was second on the team in receiving yards with 75. Kicker Nate Iveson, Thornapple Kellogg: A consistent extra-point kicker when the Trojans needed him. Iveson kicked a 35-yard field goal time expired to give Thornapple Kellogg a 31-28 win over Grand Rapids Catholic Central. Football First Team Defense Defensive Line Hayden Acker, Lakewood: A force on both sides of the ball, Acker had 18 tackles and forced a fumble for the Vikings on the defensive line. Acker also won the team’s receiver award, catching six passes for 113 yards and three touchdowns. He was named all-league in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division. Colton Marlette, Hastings: A three-year starter for the Saxons on the defensive line. Marlette had 54 tackles this year, including ten for a loss. He also had one sack. Casey Shaeffer, Hastings: A force on both sides of the ball for the Saxons. He had 60 tackles and earned all-conference honors as a senior in the O-K Gold. On offense, Shaeffer was the Saxons’ second leading rusher with 105 carries for 511 yards and seven touchdowns. He also caught three passes for 45 yards and another score, and recorded six two-point conversions. David Dempsey, Delton Kellogg: Was named the Panthers’ defensive Most Valuable Player this season, and earned all-conference honors in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. Dempsey tied for the league lead with 100 tackles. Linebackers Korey Carpenter, Thornapple Kellogg: “We could not have done it without Korey,” said coach Ruger. He finished the year with 52 tackles, and had a game-changing interception in the Trojans victory over Grand Rapids Catholic Central. Carpenter also played some center and guard on offense for TK. Another all-conference performer in the O-K Gold. Wes Cramer, Lakewood: Cramer earned all-league honors in the CAAC-White, finishing second on the Vikings with 79 tackles. He had five tackles for loss and one sack. On offense, Cramer rushed 21 times for 1122 yards and scored four touchdowns. Tyler Karcher, Thornapple Kellogg: He earned all-conference honors in the O-K Gold by leading the Trojans with 97 tackles and a number of sacks. “Likely the best linebacker to come through Middleville in a very long time,” Ruger said. Cody Lindemulder, Lakewood: Lakewood’s leading tackler, Lindemulder had 87 on the year as well as five tackles for a loss, one forced fumble and one pass breakup. Alex Randall He earned all-conference honors in the CAAC-White, and also rushed the football 44 times for 242 yards. Defensive Backs Jacob Bultema, Thornapple Kellogg: He had three interceptions in the Trojan defensive backfield this year. He had 837 all-purpose yards on offense for the Trojans, including averages of 5 yards per carry, 17 yards per reception, and 21 yards per punt return Mackenzie Doane, Lakewood: A solid performer on both sides of the ball. He recorded 13 tackles and one interception in the Viking defensive backfield. His main duty though was running the Viking offense from the quarterback spot. He rushed 157 times for 866 yards and ten touchdowns, and completed 23 passes for 404 yards and five more touchdowns. Sean McKeough, Hastings: A playmaker on both sides of the ball for the Saxons, he earned all-conference honors at defensive back this year. He had 77 tackles, including three for a loss, and finished with five interceptions. He ran two of those interceptions back for touchdowns. McKeough led the Saxon offense at quarterback, rushing for 450 yards and two touchdowns on 82 carries and passing for 390 yards and five touchdowns. Anthony Veltre, Hastings: An all-conference performer in the O-K Gold as a junior this fall, Veltre had three interceptions to go along with his 51 tackles. He had five tackles for loss. Punter Jeff Bissett, Delton Kellogg: Bissett’s average of 41 yards per punt was just down from the school record average he set a season ago. He did a little bit of everything for the Panthers, scoring a team high seven touchdowns, recording a team high 390 yards rushing, throwing for 227 yards, catching 13 passes for 261 yards, and also recording an interception. He was honorable mention All-KVA. Football Second Team Defense Defensive Line Bobby Leonard, Lakewood: Solid on both sides of the ball. Leonard was honorable mention all-league in the CAAC-White. Mark Wehr, Maple Valley: He had 64 tackles and 1.5 sacks in his second year as a starter at defensive end for the Lions. At tight end, Wehr had six catches for 55 yards and a touchdown. Linebackers Josh Coenen, Hastings: A senior who was a three-year starter for the Saxons, Coenen finished the year with 53 tackles, including four for a loss. He had one quarterback sack and one fumble recovery. Tom Davis, Hastings: The Saxons were a better defense with Davis on the field. A senior, Davis had 81 tackles, including seven for a loss, in just seven games. He also had one interception. Bobby Leedy, Hastings: A junior, he was the Saxons’ leading tackler this fall with 90. He had seven tackles for loss and a pair of quarterback sacks. Harley Miller, Delton Kellogg: The Panthers’ leading tackler this season earned honorable mention All-KVA. Miller had 83 tackles in nine games, a number which tied him for fourth overall in the KVA. Cody Ybema, Thornapple Kellogg: Another all-conference performer for the Trojans. He was strong at linebacker, and also rushed for over 500 yards this season. Defensive Backs Nicholas Briggs, Lakewood: Briggs finished the year with 30 tackles and one interception. Briggs earned the Vikings’ defensive back award this year, and was named honorable mention all-conference in the CAAC-White. Zach Innes, Lakewood: He was named honorable mention all-conference in the CAAC-White. Innes recorded 27 tackles and two interceptions, as well as three pass break-ups. Travis Shattuck, Lakewood: Shattuck led the Vikings in interceptions with three this season. He also had 24 tackles on the year. Connor Wolschleger, Delton Kellogg: Wolschleger closed out the season with two interceptions and a fumble recovery for the Panthers. On offense, he rushed the ball 63 times for 332 yards and a touchdown. Punter Brad Merritt, Hastings: The Saxons’ senior punter averaged over 36 yards per punt this season on 12 kicks. Merritt also had 16 tackles on the year and one interception. Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them The BANNER To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — Page 19 Middleville resident is now true marathon runner Mixerettes Kent Oil 30.5-17.5; Dewey’s Auto Body 30-18; Dean’s Dolls 28.5-19.5; Good Friends 28-20; James Process Service 27-21; Nashville Chiropractic 25-23; NBT 21-27. Good Games and Series - S. Nash 152; K. Eberly 203-505; D. Snyder 177-510; L. Elliston 202-547; B. Hathaway 167; N. Goggins 151; P. Fowler 152; N. Potter 156437; G. Meaney 169; S. VanDenburg 202; D. Worm 166-463. Thornapple Kellogg forward Shelby Tedrow looks to pass the ball as Calvin Christian’s Taylor Schimmel tries to defend from her knees late in the first quarter Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 11 points. 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Kendall by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The defense kept earning the Thornapple Kellogg girls chances, but the offense could never quite get them over the hump. Calvin Christian broke open a game, which was tied at the half, to lead by as many as seven points in the second half. The Trojans tied the contest up a number of times, but never pulled ahead in the second half and fell 40-36 to the visiting Squires in their first game under new head coach Jessee Bays. The Trojans led 14-10 with 5:30 left to play in the first half, but the Squires fought back to tie the game at 16-16 at the half. The Squires then went on a 7-0 run to start the third quarter. “It hurts,” Bays said. “They want to show their community that they’ve changed and they have changed from what I’ve seen.” The Trojans changed their defensive style a bit in the second half, going to more 1-3-1 zone to get the ball out of the hands of Halea Griffioen, the Squires’ most confident ball handler. When the Trojans made their runs, it was because the trap was forcing turnovers and leading to easy buckets. The defense, led by senior guard Hana Hunt, helped the Trojans to a little run which pulled them to within a point at 29-28 at the end of the third quarter. The Trojans did tie the game, 29-29 in the opening seconds of the fourth, but Calvin got an offensive put-back by Sarah Koetsier and game’s lone three-pointer from Taylor Schimmel to go back up five. Thornapple Kellogg had the ball down two in the final 30 seconds, but couldn’t find the bottom of the net. “The defensive effort is what got us back into the game,” Bays said. “We couldn’t run our offense all day. We run our offense all day in practice against each other, and that’s when the defense knows what’s happening.” Alyssa Weesie led the Trojan offense with minutes and 2 seconds, allowing her to proclaim, “I became a marathoner.” 44th St TK can’t pass Squires in second half Patty “Jesse” Robinson is shown here with her daughter Chaney following the New York City Marathon Nov. 6. 42nd St Trojan senior guard Hana Hunt (12) pushes the ball up the court in front of the Squires’ Halea Griffioen during Tuesday night’s season opener in Middleville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Following the New York City Marathon Nov. 6 in which she ran as a member of the Team for Kids, Patty “Jesse” Robinson said, “Wow what a great experience.” “I can’t say enough about the volunteers and people of New York,” she added. “From the moment we touched down in New York, we had the best time.” She said she had to be on the transportation bus for Team For Kids Sunday, Nov. 6, by 6 a.m. Each of the 20 buses for the Team for Kids runners had a captain to welcome runners, answer questions and help the runners navigate the start. Their buses had a police escort to the Verazzano Bridge and the start of the marathon. Her start time wasn’t until 10:40 a.m. but, she said, “the wait time went very quickly.” There was much for Robinson to observe while she waited. Most runners had throw-away clothes, she said; after waiting for the start they would remove the extra layers, and volunteers were kept busy picking them up as donations to the homeless shelters. “When my wave was finally called to the start corrals and we were making our way to the start line, there was a plane flying over with a banner attached that said ‘Breathe Deeply, Relax and appreciate the moment,’” she said. After all the time waiting, running, and the getting finish-line pictures, she made her way to the Team For Kid’s tent on Cherry Hill to pick up her warm-ups. “I was surprised to see the bus captain, Taryn, from my early morning ride,” said Robinson. “Taryn is a TFK coach in Brooklyn. Her day had started at 3 a.m., and it was going on to 5 p.m. — 14-hour volunteer day.” Robinson finished her run in 5 hours, 48 14325 OP Ave. Climax 269-746-4286 295 Hamblin Ave. Battle Creek 77552013 269-962-4025 No sales to retailers or wholesalers. Good while supplies last. We reserve the right to limit quantities. �Page 20 — Thursday, December 2, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Families join in the Thanksgiving Day run/walk Winners of the walk are Gary Farrell of Lake Odessa and Roxanne Potter of Middleville. Three-hundred runners and walkers get ready for the start of the Thanksgiving Day race. The Zychs of Alto take the title in the first family division competition. Conditions were overcast and cold, but at 8:30 a.m. Thanksgiving morning, nearly 300 runners and walkers braved the elements to participate in the third annual Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run and Walk at Camp Algonquin. The overall winner was Ryan Bosma of Hastings with a time of 17:33. Winner of the women’s division was Brooke Brenner of Wayland, and winners of the walk were Gary Farrell of Lake Odessa and Roxanne Potter of Middleville. For the first time, the event had a family division with more than 100 runners. First place winners in that division were Tanner, 77551710 Evan and Tim Zych of Alto. “Regardless what place the runners and walkers came in, they all enjoyed the experience and had their names put in for a drawing,” said YMCA Director Tom Wilt. Winners of the drawing were Abby Laubaugh and Loretta Huska of Hastings. Winners of the divisions and drawing received full Thanksgiving dinners that had been donated by local retailers. The event is sponsored by Pennock Health and Fitness, the Barry County United Way and YMCA of Barry County. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-12-09.pdf d22282668e4bada1ab07ad115c5e4c5b PDF Text Text ‘Of Christmas Past’ returns this weekend Lame duck governments are cause for concern New ‘D’ nets Saxons’ first ‘W’ See Story on Page 2 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 17 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 49 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, December 9, 2010 Judge Gary R. Holman to retire after NEWS administering justice for 32 years BRIEFS Free breakfast Saturday in Delton The men’s Bible study groups at Faith United Methodist Church in Delton will be having a free community breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11. Everyone is welcome. The church is located at 503 S. Grove St. (M-43 Highway). Church to host drama, handbells, quartet Bowne Mennonite Church, at 14076 76th St., Clarksville, will host an old-fashioned Christmas program Sunday, Dec. 12, beginning at 6 p.m. The program will feature the Joybells handbell choir, the Hastings String Quartet, “All is Well” youth drama, and “The Christmas Story Through the Eyes of the Friendly Beasts” children’s musical. Bernard Historical Society to meet Dec. 14 Bernard Historical Society will meet Tuesday, Dec. 14, at Delton Kellogg Middle School in the library. The board meeting will begin at 6:15 p.m., followed by the regular meeting at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting and bring a favorite ornament, nativity set or other Christmas memorabilia to talk about and share with the group. The meeting will include the singing of Christmas carols and voting on bylaws. In lieu of Christmas presents, the amount usually spent will be put in an envelope and donated to the Angel Tree. Episcopal church history topic of luncheon Dr. Robert Schirmer will share the history of Emmanuel Episcopal Church at the December luncheon of the Institute for Learning in Retirement. The event will be at the Episcopal Church, 315 W. Center St. in Hastings, Friday, Dec. 17 from noon to 2 p.m. The Rev. Gretchen Weller also will be present to tell about her extensive collection of nativity sets from around the world that are on display. Both ILR members and non-members are welcome. Cost information may be obtained and reservations made by calling ILR Coordinator Connie Dawe at 269948-9500, ext. 2803. The deadline for reservations is Tuesday, Dec. 14. by David DeDecker Staff Writer Judge Gary R. Holman formally announced his retirement from the 56th District Court bench Tuesday, Dec. 7. Judge Holman’s sixyear term runs until 2012. His 32-year tenure makes him the longest-serving judge in the history of Barry County. Holman’s retirement will be effective Feb. 28, 2011. “There is nothing magic about this particular time to retire,” said Holman in an interview Wednesday. “Sure, I have hobbies. I like to golf. I have eight and a half grandchildren, the ninth will be born in the next week or two. I have friends, eight or nine couples in Arizona that have encouraged me to come and visit.” “I have been fortunate over the years. First, I was fortunate to be elected,” said Holman. “I have tried to do an honest, fair-square job, but I have really had the support of a lot of people. First of all the voters. And various people like Gordon Ironside, who was the first treasurer for my campaign. Good quality people who have helped me through the years, including my fellow judges. They shore you up, and make or break you. If you aren’t getting that help or feedback, you end up suddenly on an island. It’s all been a team effort, from law enforcement officers, prosecutors and the board of commissioners over the years. It’s really been a combination of things that have come together. And, it has really been pleasant over the years.” Born in July 1942, Holman earned a bachelor of arts degree from Western Michigan University in 1966. He went on to Wayne State Law School and worked for the 2,479 votes in the uncontested August primary, and more than 10,000 votes in the November election. He was sworn into office by Judge Richard Loughrin. “It’s important that the people feel they got a fair shake, whether they’re criminal or civil litigants. They had a fair turn at the system, and it should be fair, and you can’t manufacture fairness. You have to live it.” Judge Gary Holman The Honorable Gary R. Holman will retire in February 2011 from the 56th District Court. Michigan Supreme Court after passing the bar exam. In 1970, Holman started private practice in Kalamazoo where he did work as an independent contractor, prosecuting for the City of Portage. Holman was elected the first full-time prosecutor for Barry County in 1976, receiving See JUDGE, page 14 County board recommends approval of funding for airport, support for health department grant by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Barry County Board of Commissioners, meeting as a committee-ofthe-whole Tuesday, approved a motion recommending that the board approve the request from Hastings/Barry County Airport Manager Mark Noteboom for a $42,195 appropriation for 2011. The vote was unanimous, with Commissioner Mike Callton absent. In the Nov. 2 election, Barry County voters rejected a proposed .1000-mill, 10-year levy to support the airport. Had it been approved, the millage would have generated $182,783 for the airport for maintenance, operations and capital improvements the first year. Noteboom said before the election that with a reliable source of funding from the millage, the airport could make a plan to become self-supporting at the end of the tenyear millage. When the county board approved its 2011 budget in October, it included $42,758 in funding for the airport as a contingency, should the millage fail as it did. Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield said after the election that the municipality has allocated $31,725 to the airport for its current fiscal year, which extends to June 30, 2011. During his presentation to the board Tuesday, Noteboom said that an anonymous donor has stepped forward and is willing to work with the airport board to help make the facility self-supporting. “... We sat and put in a five-year plan, and after the five years, we will no longer need funding for the city or the county,” he said. “So $42,195 is an average over the five-year period.” Volunteers needed for Christmas dinner The Lawrence J. Bauer American Legion and Auxiliary Post 45 in Hastings is looking for volunteers to help serve and provide transportation to and from its annual community Christmas dinner Saturday, Dec. 25, at the post, located at 2160 S. M-37 Highway in Hastings. The dinner, featuring turkey, ham and all the trimmings, will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is free and open to veterans and the entire community. Freewill offerings will be accepted. Anyone who would like to volunteer as a driver or server is asked to call the post at 269-945-4973. “That came about in an unusual way,” recalled Holman. “I lived down in the Gull Lake area in Barry County, but I was working in Kalamazoo. Rae Hoare was my county commissioner, in Prairieville, and she called me and said, ‘We’ve created a full-time prosecutor’s office in Barry County. Will you run?’ I told her somebody would be willing to run for the position. Then she said, ‘Well, I would kind of like it if you would.’ So I came up and explored it. Another candidate, Steve Miller, from the Gun Lake area got interested. I knew Steve from Kalamazoo, and we kind of talked back and forth until he said, ‘Why don’t you run?’ So I ran.” “Then two years later, they created a third judgeship for the Barry/Eaton County area for a total of three judges. What was happening was two judges, on a rotating basis, would come to Barry County for two days a week. One judge on one day, then the other judge on the next day. So I ran for the third judge position when it came up.” Holman announced in May 1978 that he would run for 56th Circuit Court judge, which ended in his election. During his time in office, Holman led the transition of the district court from a part-time court connected with Eaton County to a fulltime court dedicated to Barry County. He presided over many changes in facilities, staffing and programs. His court handled in excess of 200,000 cases during his tenure, and the processes and policies he implemented allowed all of them to be resolved in a timely manner. Retired Judge Richard Shuster commented, “I have only praise for Gary Holman. As the circuit court judge, I had a chance to review his work on a regular basis. He has done an excellent job and is a fine judge. Barry County is better because of him. I hope Gary has a happy retirement; he certainly has earned it.” Judge Holman was very influential in the establishment of a unified court structure in Barry County, having drafted the agreement for establishment of the Barry County Judicial Council, which still serves as the Santa returns to Hastings Santa, Mrs. Claus and their young helpers wave to crowds lining the streets of Hastings for the annual Christmas parade; their sleigh took first place in the float contest. See page 3 for more on the Hastings Christmas parade. Noteboom said the donor has already put up money toward a jet fueling station at the airport and is willing to donate a 48-by-48foot hangar, which will bring in approximately $700 a month in revenue. “Right now, we have the plans and approvals to go ahead and start with a fivebox hangar which will bring in another $7,000 or $8,000 ...” he said. “This donor is very generous and he is committed to this ... and he is willing to do this and commit to this as long as, hopefully, the city and the county will commit also, and that is where the $42,000 comes in ... I am very confident that we can be self-supporting in five years.” The committee also recommended board approval of a resolution to support the BarryEaton District Health Department’s application for New Access Point (NAP) funding which would provide $650,000 per year in federal support and would establish the health department as a federally qualified health center (FQHC). Deputy Health Officer Collette Scrimger, who presented the request, said Eaton County had already passed a resolution in support of the application; and, having a resolution of support from both counties may cause the federal government to look more favorably on the application. “... It makes a stronger application for us if we show our elected officials are on board with this,” she said. “We had a discussion earlier this year about space and real estate in terms of this grant. How were you able to work that out?” asked Chairman Robert Houtman. Scrimger said the health department converted two offices to examination rooms at its existing facility. “We’re doing Band-Aid approaches in the hopes that if we get funded, we can come up with some other ways to meet our space needs,” she said. “... We met with an architect yesterday to see what options are available for a redesign ... We are a looking at plans to see what we can possibly do and get a dollar figure attached to that... Once we get that part figured out, we can go around and try to figure out where the money can come from for the actual space expansion.” Houtman asked if the grant was contingent upon the health department expanding. “No.. if we did the funding though, from the grant, we will have significant space issues, and we’ll have to deal with that,” she said. “But, timing worked out such that we have to submit the grant now and so we are taking our chances that we can make it work ... On paper it looks okay; it looks like we squeeze it out of the facility. It will be very, very tight; it will not be efficient ... it will create challenges for all of our services... but I am hopeful that if we get funded, we can find resources in the community that will pay for a remodel.” Scrimger said that the health department will need to remodel or find a new facility within a year if it receives the grant. There are no other federally qualified health centers in Barry County; however, Kent, Calhoun and Kalamazoo counties have them. Scrimger said the grant would allow the health department to serve more patients. “... We will see 4,800 patients by the end of the project period ... Currently we are serving about 1,300,” she said. Scrimger also said the initial funding from the grant would be for three years, and if the health department’s program is successful, it could be renewed every five years. “It is perpetual funding; the only way that they defund somebody is if the applicant chooses not to request more funding and chooses to close shop and not seek any more federal funding, or if you are not meeting the criteria,” she said. “This isn’t costing us anything at this stage to play ball, but it does provide us with an opportunity to look at the disadvantaged in our community that don’t have other health care benefits. I, for one, think this is a great opportunity for us,” said Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick. Commissioner Joe Lyons, who cast the sole dissenting vote against the recommendation, said he believed that if the health department receives the status it is seeking, it will be more likely to come to the county asking for financial support in the future. “Basically, if we approve this resolution, See COUNTY, page 4 �Page 2 — Thursday, December 9, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Hastings High School to present ‘Arsenic and Old Lace’ The cast of the Hastings High School production of “Arsenic and Old Lace” includes (front row, from left) Megan Denny, Jessie Doxtader, Evan Ramsey, Sarah Main, Katy Etts, August Cousineau, (second row, from left) Casey Martin, Katrina Smith, Steven Maurer, Jordan Swinkunas, Sarah Sleevi, Conner Campbell, Tiffany Clark and T.J. Taylor. Jingle bells, wassail, hand-dipped candles and mule-drawn wagon rides are all planned this weekend at Historic Charlton Park. (File photo) ‘Of Christmas Past’ returns this weekend Historic Charlton Park’s Of Christmas Past returns Saturday, Dec. 11 and 12, with a recreation of the sights, sounds, tastes and activities of the late 1800s. The public is invited to tour the village and take in the historic venue from noon to 5 p.m. Adults and children are welcome to try their hands at traditional crafts and orna- ments; sample traditional holiday fare, wassail and fresh roasted chestnuts; and tour the village in a mule-drawn wagon. Volunteer artisans will demonstrate their skills in the village buildings. The gift shop will feature an array of holiday toys, games and keepsakes for all ages. Admission to Of Christmas Past is $6 for adults and $3 for children age 4 to 12. There is no additional cost for crafts. Historic Charlton Park is located at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road, just north of M-79 between Hastings and Nashville. For more information, call the park at 269945-3775 or visit the website, www.charltonpark.org. Bliss Clearing Niagara has new logo, new CEO Mortimer Brewster (Jordan Swinkunas) is trying to make a frantic phone call to the police about the 13 bodies in the cellar while being watched by Abby (Jessi Doxtader), Teddy (Evan Ramsey), and Martha (Sarah Main). Hastings High School will present the play “Arsenic and Old Lace” at Central Auditorium at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9; Friday, Dec. 10; Saturday, Dec. 11. The play is a farcical black comedy revolving around Mortimer Brewster (played by Jordan Swinkunas), a drama critic who must deal with his crazy, homicidal family and local police in Brooklyn, N.Y., as he debates whether to go through with his recent promise to marry Elaine, the woman he loves (played by Sarah Sleevi). His family includes two spinster aunts (played by Jessi Doxtader and Sarah Main), who have taken to murdering lonely old men by poisoning them with their homemade elderberry wine laced with arsenic, strychnine and “just a pinch” of cyanide; a brother (played by Evan Ramsey) who believes he is Teddy Roosevelt and digs locks for the Panama Canal in the cellar of the Brewster home that then serve as graves for the aunts’ victims; and a murderous brother (played by T.J. Taylor) who has received plastic surgery performed by an alcoholic accomplice, Dr. Einstein (played by August Cousineau), a character based on real-life gangland surgeon Joseph Moran, to conceal his identity and now looks like horror-film actor Boris Karloff, a self-referential joke since the part was originally played by Karloff. Seven other students share the stage to present this hilarious comedy. Tickets are $5 for students, $6 for seniors and $7 for adults if purchased in advance. Tickets at the door will be $1 more. Tickets may be purchased at King’s Appliances, Bosley Pharmacy, Family Fare or at any Hastings Area School. Bliss Clearing Niagara (BCN) recently had a visit from the new CEO of Schuler, Stefan Klebert from Goeppingen, Germany. Schuler is the parent company of Bliss Clearing Niagara, one of the oldest companies in Hastings. Klebert, who was visiting all members of the Schuler group of companies in North America, said he was impressed by what he saw in Hastings. “My first impression is very good,” said Klebert. “The potential opportunities for growth are obvious, and we are pleased to have ‘The Bliss’ as part of our company.” BCN also recently introduced its new logo. “This new logo supports our efforts to maintain brand loyalty and locally manufactured goods and services,” said BCN President Dan Savage. “Being located in Hastings, we are positioned to meet the challenges of the future, with a skilled and motivated workforce. BCN has introduced several These three Bliss No. 6 presses were originally built in the 1940s and have been rebuilt to the original Bliss specifications at the Hastings facility where they were originally manufactured. new product lines and services. This expansion into diverse industries will help maintain and grow the division.” Bliss has been in business since 1857. The current plant in Hastings was built in 1914 and has been in continuous operation since that time. Standing beside the new Bliss Clearing Niagara sign featuring the new company logo, are Stefan Klebert (left), the new CEO of Schuler (the parent company of Bliss Clearing Niagara) and the resident of Bliss Clearing Niagara, Dan Savage. Planning commission recommends rezoning of Green Street property Elaine Harper (Sarah Sleevi) is shocked to see a body being brought in through the window to be buried in the cellar by Jonathon (played by T.J. Taylor, on right) and his assistant Dr. Einstein (August Cousineau, left,) in the play “Arsenic and Old Lace.” Monday, the Hastings Planning Commission held a public hearing on a request to rezone four parcels of property on the north side of East Green Street from R2 (one-family residential) to AO (apartmentoffice). There were no public comments except for the applicants requesting the rezoning. The commission voted unanimously to forward the request to the Hastings City Council and recommended its approval. The next meeting of the Hastings City Council is slated for 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 13. The planning commission also scheduled a public hearing on an extension of the sixmonth moratorium on the production, sale and dispensation of medical marijuana within the city limits. The hearing is set for 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 3. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 9, 2010 — Page 3 Hastings welcomes season of ‘Christmas Bliss’ The city of Hastings ushered in the holiday season with a weekend themed “Christmas Bliss,” that featured something for everyone. Activities got off to a start Friday evening with an art show at the library, business open houses, a tree- and nativity-lighting ceremony and free hot chocolate and rides around town on the Holly Trolley and Charlton Park tram. Also drawing attendees were the Victims Service Unit Ball and a production of “It’s a Wonderful Life” by the Thornapple Players. Saturday, the festivities continued with a brunch with Santa at the Elks Lodge, the Christmas parade, more free rides on the Holly Trolley, a choir concert, and another presentation of “It’s a Wonderful Life.” Sunday, the weekend wrapped up with the General Federation of Women’s ClubHastings and Thornapple Garden Club’s annual quilt and home tour and a concert by the Thornapple Wind Band. The Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the following winners of the Hastings Christmas Parade float decorating contest: First place, Santa’s sleigh; second place, Bliss-Clearing-Niagara; and third place, Grace Lutheran Church. The Holly Trolley makes an appearance in the Christmas parade. Hastings Mayor Bob May reads a poem during the tree-lighting ceremony Friday night at the Hastings City Police garage. The Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen, one of her court members and Little Miss Syrup Princess wave to the crowds. Supporters of the new Hastings dog park and their canine friends walk in the parade. Hastings City Bank K Hastings area Brownies and Girl Scouts march in the Christmas parade. Members of the color guard lead the combined Hastings middle school and high school bands down State Street. n ’ i p e e ! l a c o l it This City of Hastings snowplow sports a festively decorated mailbox for the parade. Barry County’s only local bank has a friendly, knowledgeable staff ready to help you find the products and services that meet your needs. Ask us about our totally free checking account! Our quick switch kit will have you transferring your accounts in no time. Call or stop in today to discover the Hastings City Bank difference! We want to be your bank! 77552336 Historic Charlton Park’s tram makes an appearance Saturday in downtown Hastings. 1-888-422-2280 �Page 4 — Thursday, December 9, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV State needs to respond for county, manor staff To the editor: Thornapple Manor employees deserve credit for a job well done in providing very good client care. Recently the manor had to stop admitting patients because the state said the Barry County facility would not be reimbursed. This new development is troubling to anyone who has or is still using the manor’s facilities for rehab conditioning or the long-term living. I spent a long time there this year as a rehab patient trying to get back to a normal routine because of an automobile accident in March. I used most of the facilities during my time there. I made myself known within the facility. The employees who dealt with patients on an every-day basis were hard-working and compassionate. Unless you have been in a situation that makes it necessary for their care, you cannot judge headlines that say Thornapple Manor is a wrong place now to trust your family member for medical care. I entered the Manor on March 25 and I finished my stay there on Aug. 4, long enough to be able to see the whole system. My judgment of the on-the-floor three shifts of staff was favorable. Yes, I had open eyes, and I saw some things that were not to code. But, for the most part, employee service to clients was good. I was even involved in a State of Michigan client meeting in mid-July. The state examiner said at that meeting that this facility was one of Michigan’s best county facilities. Now the place goes from the best county facility to being in the hot seat. Any future clients who want to enter the manor for medical care must make sure that the daily system makes it a top priority that client care is provided and documented. Families can make sure that their loved ones in rehab or in the long term living center get the care that is agreed upon when entering the manor. Regularly, the State of Michigan goes on site to make sure patient care is up to code. The state was on site during early July doing a long, regular inspection and reporting to clients that Thornapple Manor has a good track record. But now here comes a report that says this is a problem place. Putting down the many long time devoted on-the-floor caring staff is crazy. How about the scenerio of questioning the problems, not the overall system, so that the state health bureau people can be satisfied. This facility has on a normal week 138 long-term and rehab patients trusting their care to this Barry County medical center. The income going into Thornapple Manor from various sources is major money. So if there are problems at the manor, it’s the job of many people to make sure to get it fixed quickly. To employ more than 200 workers and ask for area volunteers to go to the manor and volunteer their talents for the joy of the clients, patients say, “We need to get back to the business of providing the best possible care for these people very soon.” It takes a lot for the State of Michigan to go beyond a normal investigation of a county health facility, so during the normal investigation, someone must have made sure that the state people went beyond normal standard questions and told them to check certain other details. Or other outside factors or companies got involved with the state’s routine checking process. If I had someone in the manor, I would say, “Let’s get back to business,” and allow the current manor employees to do the job they signed on to. If the system is broken, fix it. If the state is taking its time to treat this situation, then follow the rules and question their bureautic decisions. This county has a big need to have facilities giving the best possible care to these people. When you need help getting back to a normal life or a place to maintain your current way of life, you need to make certain your place is dealing with you honestly and with dedication. It’s crunch time, so it’s time to begin filling those empty rooms with patients who need various forms of help. Stephen Jacobs, Hastings State’s handling of Thornapple Manor is suspicious To the editor: As many local residents know, Thornapple Manor is having difficulty with a State of Michigan regulatory agency, (The Michigan Department of Community Health “MDCH”). The agency has found minor (I emphasize minor) deviations from Thornapple Manor’s written policies. Some of these “variations are subject to whimsical evaluations. My wife and I volunteer there three to five days a week and are witness to the love, care and devotion employees exhibit to the residents. One incident involved a mistake by an employee who did not follow written and standard procedure. Thornapple Manor immediately reported this variation and this incident should not be a reflection of poor policy or standards of care by Thornapple Manor as an institution. As a result of recent nit-picking inspections, Thornapple Manor cannot accept Medicare or Medicaid patients without accepting the overwhelming financial burden of no remuneration from the state for the person’s entire stay, even if counted in years. This would continue to be the case for these admissions even after the agency had approved all policies and procedures. I smell a rat. At a time when the State of Michigan is having severe financial problems, this seems like a convenient way to decrease Medicaid reimbursement for which the state is responsible. I understand that other nursing facilities in Michigan are experiencing similar difficulties. I also believe that the fines the nursing homes are incurring from these “infractions” go directly to MDCH. We, the people of Barry County, should be very proud that we enabled the department of human services board (the county board that oversees Thornapple Manor) to build such a wonderful facility. And we should be equally proud of the way it is managed. I hope this helps to clarify what I believe to be undue and excessive interpretations by the State of Michigan for financial reasons only. I encourage you to visit and tour Thornapple Manor so you can see for yourself how wonderful it is. Larry Blair, Hastings Lame duck governments should cause taxpayers concern As we come close to the end of another year, government bodies across the country are in lame-duck legislative situations. At the state level, legislators were discussing school reform, teacher tenure and a new bridge to Canada, along with the budget deficit. In Washington, D.C., most of the conversation moved to extending unemployment benefits and reducing the Bush Tax Cuts. In Michigan, it appears nothing will get done before state legislators head home for the holidays, while in Washington, extending unemployment and the tax cuts are big issues that, for the most part, came to an end Tuesday when President Obama announced a deal with legislative leaders to extend unemployment benefits while allowing the tax cuts to continue for two more years and reducing payroll taxes, starting next year. Politicians use sound bytes in determining important issues that impact voters. The debate over the Bush Tax Cuts shouldn’t be just about who is eligible; legislators should be more concerned over the impact tax breaks have on the country and its economic stability in the coming years. In the short run, adding more tax burden for citizens could jeopardize the recovery by reducing money consumers have to spend. Still, the federal deficit continues to grow at alarming rates, putting even more pressure on the nation’s economic future. So what should they do? President Obama’s recently formed fiscal commission has been working since February on a plan to cut nearly $4 trillion in deficit spending over the next nine years and reduce the federal debt to 40 percent of gross domestic product by 2035. Why should we be concerned? Because if we don’t get our economic house in order, it will put our nation in a financial crisis that threatens our economic future. Heading up the bi-partisan fiscal commission are Alan Simpson, former Republican senator from Wyoming, and Erskine Bowles, who served as chief of staff to President Clinton. President Obama said recently, “Chairmen Bowles and Simpson met the charge that I gave them and the commission — to bring our deficits down in the medium term and to meaningfully improve our long-run fiscal situation so that we can keep commitments made to future generations.” However, legislators continue to make political hay out of the situation rather than Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. COUNTY, continued from page 1 down the road, we are going get our feet put in the fire for funding,” he said. “I just want everybody to be aware of that. Not that it isn’t a good thing ... but, the unknowns in years to come ... I am a little skeptical of approving this resolution and then in two or three years down the road, you come back and say, ‘You approved this. You were on board and why aren’t you now?’ That is my concern; I don’t know if funding is going to be there.” Scrimger said that if the health department does come before the board of commissioners at a future date and asks for funding for remodeling or expansion, the county would be under no obligation to provide funding. VanNortwick said the federal funding for FQHC is an attempt to decrease the number of uninsured and disadvantaged people who use emergency rooms for primary care, which ends up costing the taxpayers more money. “This puts something on the ground that those people have access to ... the government is trying to head off part of the emergency room service that tends to be part of the public domain, where we end up paying those higher bills,” he said. Commissioner Mike Bremer also said he supported the resolution. “We recently, as a board, approved an animal advisory board who may ... come to us someday and say, ‘We need a full-time veterinarian here at our animal shelter and its real- Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. finding solutions to this impending fiscal crisis. Democrats want to extend unemployment benefits to workers while reducing the Bush Tax Cuts to people making under $250,000 a year. They and the president continue to label those making more than $250,000 as the “rich.” They maintain that wealthier taxpayers don’t need to the money so they want to redistribute it to the less fortunate and reduce the deficit. Yet the fiscal commission is concerned with total spending and warns us that something must be done or we will face even more problems in the coming years, saying, “We must get our deficit under control.” Extending the Bush Tax Cuts for two more years is a good idea, but it should be followed by a reduction in the tax by offering special tax incentives to those making over $1 million. We can turn the tax cuts into business and employment expansion, forcing high-income earners to put their money to work by investing in business expansion here at home. Economists warn us about extending unemployment benefits unless we have a plan to reduce spending in other areas. Obama said, “It’s the right thing to do for jobs. It’s the right thing to do for the middle class. It is the right thing to do for business. And it’s the right thing to do for our economy.” The bright spot in their negotiations was when the president mentioned cutting payroll taxes beginning in January. This should make a difference early in the new year when taxpayers see the additional money in their weekly paychecks – that just might be the stimulus package that makes the difference when the government gives the people who are still working some additional money to spend. Legislative leaders shouldn’t demonize groups of taxpayers – we’re in this together, and finding a solution will come faster if both sides are working for all of us. Government has the responsibility to solve problems for taxpayers by dealing with the real issues rather than fueling the frustration many of us feel about our elected officials. Americans are strong and resilient people. Tell us them the truth, give us the facts, and come up with a reasonable plan that will put us back on a path to prosperity — something we haven’t felt possible in recent years. ly not big enough because we have all these cats and dogs ...’” he said. “We are talking about human needs and the potential to get $650,000 in federal monies coming into Barry County to help our people ...” Scrimger said if the health department receives the grant and becomes a FQHC, it will provide primary care, nutrition screening, mental health, substance abuse, dental services and more. “We will be able to be a much stronger medical home for individuals ...” she said. “Our services will be discounted for people who are below 200 percent of the poverty level ... But, once we become a FQHC, our doors will be opened to anyone who chooses to come — whether they are uninsured, insured, Medicare, Medicaid — it’s open to anyone. However, our target population is the low-income uninsured and Medicaid recipients. We don’t want to compete with private docs. We don’t want to compete with the hospital ...” In other business, the committee gave its final approval to returning the deputy clerk’s position, which has been shared-time position in the 56B District Court since 2007 to a fulltime position, effective Jan. 1, 2011. The change will not impact the county clerk’s budget. It also directed staff to work with attorneys and employees of Barry County District and Circuit Court to determine health What were governor’s highs and lows? Gov. Jennifer Granholm is serving her last month in office. What do you think were the high or low points of her career as governor? care benefits for judges. In addition to the airport board’s appropriation request and the resolution to support the Barry-Eaton District Health Department’s grant application, commissioners also recommended the following be approved during the next regular meeting of the county board: • Merging the abstract department with the register of deeds office and naming the register of deeds as the department head. • A resolution honoring Boy Scout Troop 108 of Banfield in recognition of their 100 hours of service to create a trail at Charlton Park during 2010. • A three-year agreement between the county and the Village of Freeport for the appropriation of funds not to exceed $1,877 for the parks and recreation grant. • A marine safety grant application for the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. • A contract with ACS, as recommended by County Clerk Pam Jarvis, for the proposed digital imaging and microfilm creation for records in the clerk’s office, including board of supervisor, commission minutes and court records. • A resolution opposing changes from the State Office of Land Survey and Remonumentation dated Nov. 18. • An amendment to the budget as recommended by Barry County Administrator Michael Brown. The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway Phone: (269) 945-9554 Fax: (269) 945-5192 Newsroom email: news@j-adgraphics.com Advertising email: j-ads@choiceonemail.com John Jacobs Frederic Jacobs President Vice President Stephen Jacobs Secretary/Treasurer • NEWSROOM • Elaine Gilbert (Assistant Editor) Kathy Maurer (Copy Editor) Sandra Ponsetto Helen Mudry Dave DeDecker Patricia Johns Shannon Cornett Brett Bremer Fran Faverman • ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT • Maryellen Wammock, Middleville: “I think over all Governor Granholm served Michigan poorly as governor. She could have done a lot more for this area.” Lizz Baarman, Grand Rapids: “I don’t really know much about her, but I’m really mad I was promised a scholarship that I no longer receive. Also, she picked a terrible picture for the state quarter.” Hazel Scobey, Middleville: “Gov. Granholm did nothing whatever for our schools or for Barry County.” Kris Reigler, Freeport: “She had an uphill battle. The state needed to identify the competition for jobs was other states. The state needed to institute procedures that were more business friendly.” Gordon Yoder, Hastings: “She didn’t have many high points, mostly low points with the economy and job losses. Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land did a better job making the offices run more smoothly.” Jacob Zerfas, Grand Rapids: “One of the problems I’ve had with her is that she doesn’t really deliver on her promises.” Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Teresa Allen Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 9, 2010 — Page 5 Hastings Exchange Club announces December Young Citizens Hastings Middle School Young Citizens for December are (from left) Maryn McCausey, Autumn DeMott and Stevie Fuhr. (Missing from photo are Madeline Dailey and Breanna Stubblefield.) St. Rose sixth grader Emily Casarez, named her school’s Young Citizen for the month of December, is joined by teacher Amy Murphy. Central Elementary School’s Young Citizens for December are Cayden Herrington (left) and Jaden Rosenberg with Principal Mike Schneiderhan. (Missing from photo is Samantha Clow.) BPW, restaurant helping Green Gables Haven The Hastings Business and Professional Women, along with Seasonal Grille, will be collecting material or financial donations to be given to Green Gables Haven Monday, Dec. 19. Donations may be dropped off at Seasonal Grille at 150 W. State St. in downtown Hastings. The donation boxes will be available through Dec. 19. Items requested include large items, paper and laundry products, food and other items. The shelter also can use gift cards to purchase milk, butter and other perishable foods. Green Gables Haven is coping with a cut of $75,000 in funding that was eliminated from the 2011 state budget. Deb Baker from the BPW said Seasonal Grille has offered to donate 10 percent of its sales Friday, Dec. 10, to Green Gables. Hastings Business and Professional Women was founded in 1954 and is dedicated to women helping women. Hastings BPW has sponsored with Green Gables Haven since the shelter opened. “We have provided items for the shelter every Christmas and have given scholarships to some of the women who have gone through the shelter,” said Baker. The group meets the second Monday of the month at FirstBank. For more information, contact Baker at 269-425-4849. Colin Tellkamp (left) and Jerry Christensen are Northeastern’s Young Citizens for December. They are joined by teacher Alice Gergen. Caitlin Hyland (left) and Zoe Maddix, pictured here with teacher Trisha Kietzman, are the Young Citizens for December at Southeastern Elementary School. Social Security questions answered to certain low-birthweight infants, whether or not they are premature. Children who weigh less than 1,200 grams (about 2 pounds, 10 ounces) at birth can qualify for SSI on the basis of low birthweight. Children who weigh between 1,200 and 2,000 grams at birth (about 4 pounds, 6 ounces) and who are considered small for their gestational age also may qualify. Even if children who were born prematurely do not fall into one of the low birthweight categories, they still may qualify for SSI if the evidence in their record shows that they meet the definition of disability for children for another reason. Go to www.socialsecurity.gov/applyfordisability/ch ild.htm for more information. Question: I receive my supplemental security income payments on the first of the month. What happens when the first of the month falls on a Saturday? Answer: If you receive an SSI payment on the first of the month, and the first of the month falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, your payment should arrive on the previous banking day. For more information, visit our schedule of Social Security benefit payments at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/calendar.htm. Keep the reference handy. And remember, if you have direct deposit, you’ll never have to wait for your payment to arrive in your mailbox; it will be directly deposited into your account. Question: Why is there a five-month waiting period for Social Security disability benefits? Answer: The law provides for a five-month waiting period to ensure that during the early months of disability, we only pay benefits to persons who have long-term disabilities. Social Security disability benefits can be paid only after you have been disabled continuously throughout a period of five full calendar months. Therefore, Social Security disability benefits will be paid beginning with the sixth full month after the date your disability began. You are not entitled to benefits for any month in the waiting period. Question: I applied for disability benefits three months ago and still haven’t received an answer. When should I expect to be notified of the decision? Answer: The length of time it takes to receive a decision on your disability claim is usually from three to five months. It can vary depending on several factors, but primarily on the nature of your disability; how quickly we obtain medical evidence from your doctor or other medical source; whether it is necessary to send you for a medical examination to obtain evidence to support your claim; and whether your claim is randomly selected for quality assurance review of the decision. The more information you can provide about your disability and medical providers during the initial application, the more likely the process will go faster. The best way to prepare for a disability application is to use the Disability Starter Kit located online at www.socialsecurity.gov/disability/disability_starter_kits.htm. Question: When is open season for enrolling in a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan? Answer: The Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program Open Season this year runs from Nov. 15 to Dec. 31. Joining a Medicare prescription drug plan is voluntary, and participants pay an additional monthly premium for the coverage. Some people with limited resources and income are eligible for extra help to pay for monthly premiums, annual deductibles and prescription co-payments. To learn more about the Medicare prescription drug plan, visit www.medicare.gov or call 1800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227; TTY 1877-486-2048). To apply for extra help, complete the Application for Help with Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Costs online at www.socialsecurity.gov/extrahelp. Named Young Citizens for December at Star Elementary School are Brittany Wurm (left) and Aaron Newberry, joined here by teacher Tammy Nemetz. ADVERTISEMENT Cars to Be Sold For $88 Due to and extreme overstock of pre-owned vehicles, Seelye Wright Kia of Battle Creek is celebrating the Holidays with the $88 Slasher Sale this Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010 Battle Creek, MI–Management of Seelye Wright Kia of Battle Creek has just announced its plan to sell off its used vehicle inventory to the public by means of an $88 Slasher Sale this Saturday, December 11, 2010. During this one-day event, every used vehicle will be sold for thousands below original price, including cars for just $88. Why price them so low? According to Bart Damron, of Seelye Wright Kia of Battle Creek, sales of new vehicles over the last few months have resulted in an overload of tradeins. During the $88 Slasher Sale, every car, truck, van and sport utility vehicle will be offered for hundreds to thousands of dollars below the original price. Seelye Wright Kia of Battle Creek has decided to offer these vehicles to the public at discounted rates before they go to auction. “The community has shown us great support throughout the years,” said Bart. “We are grateful. We would rather give these deals to the public than incur the expense of sending these vehicles to auction.” A huge selection of pre-owned cars, trucks, vans and sport utility vehicles will be available for this event. “We absolutely must reduce our used inventory at all costs,” said Bart. “So customers can expect these vehicles to be sold at rock bottom prices regardless of the loss. Cars that would normally sell for $1,000 to $2,000 will sell for as little as $88. Cars that would normally sell for $3,000 to $12,000 will be thousands and thousands lower. There’s truly a vehicle for everyone’s budget.” Due to the large response expected for this event, those wishing to buy should register prior to the $88 Slasher Sale. Customers are strongly encouraged to register throughout the week during normal business hours at Seelye Wright Kia of Battle Creek. Customers may also register at 8:00 a.m. Saturday, the day of the sale. Here’s how the $88 Slasher Sale works: All vehicles will be opened at 8:00 a.m., so buyers can inspect the vehicles for one hour before the sale starts at 9:00 a.m. The retail price will be posted on the windshield of each vehicle. When the $88 Slasher Sale begins at 9:00 a.m. the price cutter All vehicles plus tax, title and license. See dealer for details. will cross out the retail price on each vehicle and replace it with the new Slasher Sale price. Whoever is sitting behind the wheel will be given the opportunity to purchase the vehicle. Seelye Wright Kia of Battle Creek will have finance and credit specialists on-hand to prequalify buyers prior to the sale. “We’ll have some of the most open-minded lenders in the area at this event,” said Bart Damron. “Even if you’ve had trouble obtaining auto financing in the past, don’t count yourself out. If you bring a current payroll stub and your driver’s license, chances are we can arrange financing for you.” The $88 Slasher Sale will be held at Seelye Wright Kia of Battle Creek The sale is one-day only, Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010. Preview cars 8:00 a.m.; sale begins at 9:00 a.m. One $88 car per family. Call for more info, or to register in advance at 269-441-8800 LOOK FOR US at 791 W. Dickman Battle Creek www.yeswecancars.net 3942488-01 Vonda VanTil, a Social Security Administration public affairs specialist for West Michigan, answers questions about Social Security. Question: How do you replace a damaged Social Security card? Answer: While you can replace your Social Security card for free if it is lost or stolen, you may not have to do so. Knowing your Social Security number is what is most important. You may need a new card if you are starting a new job and your employer asks to see the card. For more information about getting a replacement card, go to www.socialsecurity.gov/ssnumber. Question: How much of a difference will it make if I defer retirement benefits until age 70? Answer: It can be significant. Let’s say your full retirement age is 66 and your monthly benefit starting at that age is $1,000. If you choose to defer receiving benefits until age 70, you would increase your monthly benefit amount to $1,320. That’s almost an extra $4,000 each year for the rest of your life. This increase is from delayed retirement credits you get for your decision to postpone receiving benefits past your full retirement age. The benefit amount at age 70, in this example, is 32 percent more than you would receive per month if you chose to start getting benefits at full retirement age. And, this higher benefit would continue for as long as you live. You can estimate your future benefits at different ages using our retirement estimator at www.socialsecurity.gov/estimator. Question: I was told Social Security will pay supplemental security income (SSI) benefits to children who were born prematurely. Is this true? Answer: SSI is for people with low income and resources and in most cases the income and resources of the parent(s) would be considered for a child. For children who meet the income and resource requirements, Social Security does provide SSI disability benefits �Page 6 — Thursday, December 9, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Linda Lou (Hart) Wells MASON, MI - Linda Lou (Hart) Wells, age 73, of Mason, completed her journey on earth and went to greet our Lord on Sunday, November 21, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Emma Hart, Lewis Shea and Dorothy Russell; and her brothers, Robert Shea, James Shea and Edward Shea. She is survived by her children, Virginia Melbourne, Joanne (Rob) Wells-Newman, Sidney Wells, Bonnie (John) Drabik, Patricia (Tim) Gibson, James Polhamus and Marcia (Emil Larue); a sister, Patty Shea; 12 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren; along with her best friend, Pat Tapley of Battle Creek. Memorial services are at 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at the Nashville Baptist Church, 304 Philips Street, Nashville. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Sparrow Hospice Services (Hospice House of Mid-Michigan), 1210 W. Saginaw Street, Lansing, MI 48915-1927. The family welcomes memories and messages in her online guest book at: www.mi-cremation.com Arrangements were entrusted to the Michigan Cremation Company, Grand Rapids 1-877-273-6281 Worship Together… Area Obituaries Kenneth R. Russell Wesley Weldon Tobias 77551688 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Equipping 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music; Josh Maurer, Youth Pastor. Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for all ages,10:30 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service, Jr. & Sr. High Groups. Wednesday, Family Night 6:30 p.m., Awana, Bible Study, Praise and Prayer. Call Church Office 948-8004 for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. OrangevilleBaptist. org. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. Beginning Sunday, Dec. 5 at 10 a.m. and continuing through the last Sunday in February: “Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace - The Peacemaking Church.” Sunday, Dec. 19 at 11 a.m. Christmas message and music. Sunday, Dec. 19 at 6 p.m. ‘Come As a Child” Christmas program. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http:// trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are MondayThursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Sunday School for PreK-2nd and 3rd-5th and Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. New Series... 40 Days of Love... beginning October 10th! LIFEGATE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting in the community room of Commercial Bank, 629 W. State Street, Hastings, MI. Pastor Scott Price. Phone: 269-948-0900. Website: www.lifegatecc.com. P.O. Box 273, Hastings, MI 49058. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Wednesday life group 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-731-5194 or -517852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH 3rd Sunday in Advent, Dec. 12 Worship 8:00 Lessons and Carols; 10:45 a.m. Youth/Family Christmas Worship; Sunday School 9:30; Noisy offering for Love, Inc.; Mission Trip Disciples Christmas Tree Sale; Jail Worship 1 p.m. Men’s and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. Wednesday, Dec. 15 Supper at 6 p.m. Worship at 7 p.m. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-9459414 or 945-2645; fax 269-9452698. Pastor Amy Luckey. http://www.discovergrace.org FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 405 N. M-37, Hastings, MI 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services: 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group; 6 p.m. Children’s Christmas Program Rehearsal. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 6 p.m. Men’s Basketball; 6:30 p.m. NAPS Bedtime Stories. Friday 9 a.m. Pickleball. Saturday - 9 a.m. Youth Shopping Trip; 10 a.m. Praise Team; 5:30 p.m. Advent Worship Service. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. LOVE Tree Dinner and Delivery. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 HASTINGS, MI - Kenneth R. Russell, age 62, of Hastings, died unexpectedly on Sunday, December 5, 2010 at his residence. He was born in Hastings, February 18, 1948, the son of Lewis C. and Waneta J. (Collins) Russell. Ken graduated from Hastings High School in 1966. He also graduated with high honors from Kellogg Community College with a bachelor degree. Ken served in the United States Army from October 1967 until September of 1973, during the Vietnam Era. Ken was married to Mary Lou Page February 23, 1981. He was employed at Bradford White Co. for 31 years and retired in 2001. Ken enjoyed playing euchre, going to the casino, doing handyman jobs, and being with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Alice Russell. Ken is survived by his wife, Mary Lou Russell; a daughter, Allison (Larry) Hoffman; granddaughter, Alysha; grandson, Jordon and a son, Steven Russell. Visitation was held Wednesday, December 8, 2010 at Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Memorial contributions would be appreciated to Guardian Finances & Advocacy, 18 W. Michigan Ave., Battle Creek, MI 49017. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (girrbachfuneralhome.net). Burnice Louise Vroman HASTINGS, MI - Wesley Weldon Tobias, age 58, of Hastings passed away December 3, 2010 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 7, 1952 in Hastings, the son of Harold and Melvina (Hotchkiss) Tobias. He graduated from Hastings Adult Education in 1981. Wesley was employed for 13 years at East Hills Athletic Club in Kentwood and three years at Tyler Creek Golf Course in Ada. He also was employed at Hastings Aluminum Products for many years. Wesley served as a volunteer firefighter on the Hastings Fire Department for six years. Wesley (PFC) honorably served in the US Army for two years and was stationed in Germany during the Vietnam War. He married Lucy Hinkley on April 4, 2003. Wesley enjoyed hunting, fishing, NASCAR, computers, collecting dragons, model rockets and spending time with his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Melvina and Harold Tobias. Wesley is survived by his wife, Lucy (Hinkley) Tobias; daughters, Teshia (DJ) Tossava, Shannon (Ray) Neill, Alison Tobias; son, Daimon Tobias; step-daughters, Candy (Jim) Sweeney, Carrie Livingston; grandchildren, Pamela Welborn, Chase Welborn, Rebecca Neill, Cora Walford; brother, Dexter Tobias and a half sister, Doris Lempool; nieces, Amanda (Erik) Brinks, Molli Tobias and many step-grandchildren, aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services were held Tuesday, December 7, 2010 at Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings, Pastor Timm Oyer officiating, and burial with full military honors was at Ft. Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. Memorial contributions may be made to the family to help with medical and funeral expenses. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. www.girrbachfuneralhome.net. Lakewood Area Choral Society to present Christmas concert The Lakewood Area Choral Society will be completing its 25th anniversary season with a Christmas concert in Sunfield at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 12. Directing the choir will be the society’s founder and friend Robert Oster, accompanied by David Snyder, who is completing his third year with the choir. Also assisting the choir will be Joy French on piano and digital keyboard and flutist Cindy Olson. This year’s Christmas concert will feature many traditional Christmas favorites, including “Do You Hear What I Hear,” a calypsostyle arrangement of “Born in Bethlehem,” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.” “A Jubilant Christmas,” arranged by Eilers and Jennings, consists of three beloved Christmas carols: “Angels We Have Heard On High,” “We Three Kings,” and “Hark, The Herald Angels Sing.” The choir will also do an energetic combination of two traditional spirituals, “Rise Up Shepherd” and “Behold That Star,” arranged by Kern. Two lullabies, “Still, Still, Still” and “Softly, Sweetly,” will gently express the story of the Christmas season. This year the treble sections of the choir (first and second sopranos and altos) will be performing “The Birthday of a King,” featuring Karin Raymond as soloist. Not to be outdone, the tenors and basses will be performing a rousing rendition of “The Chipmunk Song,” featuring soloists Katie Terpstra, John Black, and Marty Snoap. During the free-will offering, the choral society’s Women's Trio, comprised of Lisa Bondarenko, Lisa Sterkenburg and Anna Williams, will perform “O Lord Most Holy,” “Come Rejoicing,” and “Emmanuel Medley,” accompanied by Robert Oster. As a special highlight, the choral society will sing “In the Bleak Midwinter” by English composer Gustav Holst. The haunting melody will be performed by soloist Megan Dillon, a sixth grade student at Lakewood Middle School and the daughter of Michael and Kecia Dillon of Lake Odessa. This will be her first appearance with the choral society. The concert will conclude with “Night of Silence” by Daniel Kantor and sung simultaneously with “Silent Night.” The concert is open to the public. A freewill offering will be taken. The Sunfield United Brethren Church is located at 8436 Grand Ledge Highway in Sunfield. Randy Duane DeVries In loving memory of Steve “Dad” Joppie 1950-2005 MIDDLEVILLE, MI - Burnice Louise Vroman, age 91, of Middleville, formerly of Woodland, passed away Thursday, December 2, 2010. She was born on September 22, 1919 in Oscoda County, the daughter of Joel and Sibyl (Johnson) Deyarmond. Burnice was an avid fisherman and gardener. During this past year she took great joy in once again catching fish, berry picking and preserving jams and jellies while being near her family. Burnice was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Woodland and as a member of the quilting circle was responsible for personally making over 1,000 quilts for underprivileged children abroad. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Vroman, in 1995. Surviving are her children, Joyce (Bill) MacKay of Hudsonville and Janet (Ron) Miller of Middleville; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, great great great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Monday, December 6, 2010 at the Zion Lutheran Church, 6338 Velte Road in Woodland. Pastor Jonathan Reid, officiating. Interment at Woodland Memorial Park. To share a memory or place a tribute to Burnice please visit www.koopsfc.com Arrangements made by Koops Funeral Chapel in Lake Odessa. Memories HASTINGS, MI - Randy Duane DeVries, age 62, of Hastings, passed away Friday, December 3, 2010 at his home. He was born July 7, 1948 in Kalamazoo, the son of Andrew and Betty (Scott) DeVries. He married Cheryl Doroff on June 26, 2000 in Hastings. Randy loved Budweiser and racing. He especially loved hanging out with his family and friends. He was a Local Union 669 sprinkler fitter for 35 years. He was a member of the American Legion and the VFW. He is survived by his wife; mother, Betty DeVries; children, Leslie DeVries-Otto, Andrew (Nora) DeVries, Tim Doroff and Patricia (Bill) Blackwood; siblings, Mike, Donna, Damon, and Dawn DeVries; and grandchildren, Quinton and Cassity Otto, Cody, Cole, and Cutter DeVries, Josh, Tyler, and Tayler Blackwood, and Madison Doroff. He was preceded in death by his father. Graveside services will be held Friday, December 10, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. at the Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. There will be a celebration of life at the American Legion in Hickory Corners following the committal service at Ft. Custer. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or Spectrum Health Hospice. Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, a member by invitation Selected Independent Funeral Homes. (269)965-5145 www.bachmanhebble.com. They come and they go, most stick around and stay awhile and some last a lifetime. Things never go the way we want; they go the way they’re planned. It’s in that moment when a man transforms from husband & father into a memory. We cry and hurt but nothing can bring you back. We know we will see you again. Your memory has been the toughest to bear, for we look for you every day! The impact your life had has rippled beyond what you could ever have imagined. Your memory will always be in our hearts! ~Jason We miss you and love you always: Joppies & Steeles 77552344 Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 9, 2010 — Page 7 Village of Middleville approves water and sewer bond May change to November elections by Patricia Johns Staff Writer During a special meeting Tuesday, Nov. 30, members of the Middleville Village Council approved the sale of a $425,000 water and sewer bond to Chemical Bank which will go to the repair of the Eastside lift station, closing of water well No. 2, commissioning of water well No. 5, new controls and new meters. Mark Nettleton, the village’s attorney, explained that when the bond specifications were first sent to banks in Barry County, no bids were received by the Nov. 18 deadline. Nettleton, along with the village’s accountant Peter Heffner and interim village manager Geoff Moffat then met with local banks and answered questions from them, including the financial condition of the village. “It is getting increasingly difficult for taxexempt communities to get bonds from banks,” Nettleton told the council. “Banks do not have a lot of extra money at this time to invest.” He credited the good relationship the village has with local banks to Chemical Bank agreeing to purchase the bonds once questions were answered. The average interest rate over the 20-year life of the bond is 4.522 percent. “This is good news for the village,” he said. “It is a very competitive rate.” Davis Construction planned to begin work on the lift station Dec. 6. Nettleton then presented a resolution for the council to review on acknowledging an existing industrial development district in the village. This property, the former Lescoa building at 900 E. Main St., was most recently owned by Production Solutions, which is no longer in business. Another company is considering purchasing the property. If it does, company officials will likely ask the village for an industrial tax exemption. One of the requirements is that the property be an industrial development district. Following discussion, the council approved the resolution. Council members will work on being prepared for the industrial tax exemption request after the first of the year, once the property is purchased. Members of the council then approved an amendment to the retiree health insurance section of the personnel policy to provide a health stipend of $225 a month for an individual and $370 for a couple instead of paying half of the monthly charge for the Blue Cross Blue Shield policy now in place. This would begin Jan. 1, 2011. Currently two employees receive this insurance, one the widow of a retiree, under the existing plan. Moffat pledged to contact the recipients with the change Dec. 1. This change will save the village about $2,800 per year. In addition to approving this insurance stipend plan, the personnel committee will review current insurance costs and see if there is a more cost-effective plan to cover the union employees. The council then took a look at the vacation pay for the two part-time employees, clerk Jean Lamoreaux and administrative assistant Elaine Denton. Following an in-depth discussion of whether vacation pay is a “benefit” and contradictions in the 1996 personnel handbook, the council agreed to pay vacation benefits for 2010 by a vote of 5-2 with village president Charlie Pullen and council member Mike Lytle voting no. These payments will be based on hours worked and years of service. Lamoreaux has worked for the village for more than five years and Denton for two years. Moffat explained that former manager Ron Howell had been working on updating the personnel handbook but none was ever presented to the council for approval. Council voted to work with incoming manager Rebecca Fleury after the first of the year on a revision to the handbook. Then the council went into extensive discussion over whether to change village elections from September in odd years (allowed by the change in 2005 by the state legislature) to the regular November elections. Lamoreaux explained that if the village would change elections to November, it would save money. Currently, Middleville is the only village in Barry County to use the September odd-year dates. In this year’s September election, only about 300 village residents voted, 150 of those on absentee ballots. In addition, because of the changes to a more electronic voting system, the village would have to pay the township perhaps between $3,000 to $3,200 for the 2011 election. Since the village would not be able to change back to the September election, so those whose terms are up in 2011 would be extended to 2012, and village voters now vote in their own precinct, the council voted to hold a public hearing at the December meeting to get public input. The change, if approved, must be submitted to the secretary of state’s office by Dec. 31. Due to the visit of Holly Trolley Tuesday, Dec. 21, the council voted to have its only December meeting Thursday, Dec. 16. The meeting will start with a public hearing at 6:30 p.m. on the budget. The regular meeting will begin at 7 p.m. and the public hearing on the election will be held, “as soon as practicable,” in the meeting. The ordinance committee will meet Thursday, Dec. 9, and the parks and property committee will meet Dec. 14. Bill Kenyon will be invited to the Dec. 14 meeting to discuss suggestions he brought to the Nov. 23 regarding snowmobiles in village. Village offices will be closed on Wednesday, Dec. 29, to allow for office moving in preparation of Fleury’s start Jan. 2, ‘Advent Conspiracy’ comes to Hastings The First United Methodist Church in Hastings is decorated this way for the “Advent Conspiracy” series. The Hastings United Methodist Church believes that Christmas can still change the world and is offering “The Advent Conspiracy” series to celebrate Christmas by spending less, giving more, worshiping fully and loving all this Advent season. “Rather than giving a gift out of obligation, our church is committed to giving gifts that can really change the world, like quality time, feeding the hungry and looking for ways to be more loving,” said Pastor Don Spachman. “It’s not just about saving money in this economy, it’s about remembering that when we give ‘presence’ instead of ‘presents,’ the scandal of the true meaning of Christmas has been restored.” The Advent Conspiracy is a grass roots movement with more than 1,000 churches in 17 countries participating as “co-conspirators” to bring Christ back into Christmas, he said. The conspiracy simply tries to encourage people to think of meaningful acts of kindness as a gift option to replace traditional gifts. “The Hastings church, located at the corner of Green and Church streets, encourages people to worship fully, spend less, give more and to love all this Christmas Season. This church believes that Christmas can still change the world,” Spachman said. For more information about the series and worship times, call the church at 269/9459574. For information about any of these services call 269-945-3014. Middleville First Baptist Church’s Christmas celebrations include “Angel Alert” musical presented Sunday, Dec. 12, at 6 p.m. featuring the children’s choirs at the church on M-37 north of Middleville. The “When Love Was Born Christmas” musical will be Sunday, Dec. 19, at 10:30 a.m. featuring the FBC worship choir, soloists and children’s choirs. Christmas at Candlelight will begin at 6 p.m. with a dessert reception following the candlelight service. Advent meals and candlelight evening prayer at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will be Wednesdays, Dec. 15 and 22, with meal at 6 p.m., and the service at 7 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is located at 908 W. Main St. Call 269-795-2391 for more information. Peace Church at 6950 Cherry Valley Road has special events planned for Advent, Christmas and January. On Sundays through Dec. 19, the Advent choir will enhance the celebration at the 9:30 a.m. worship services. Two Christmas Eve candlelight services will be held. The family service will be at 7 and a traditional service at 11 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, the 9:30 a.m. worship service will include a celebration of Caraway Street’s 30th anniversary. Caraway Street, a puppet ministry for children (also entertaining to adults), will present a special program for all ages to celebrate 30 years of ministry at Peace Church. For more information about any of these services call 616-891-8119. Middleville United Methodist Church, 111 Church St., Middleville, will have the “Living Nativity” the week before Christmas. A live nativity is planned each evening Dec. 21 to 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. A family Christmas eve service will begin at 7 p.m. Special music will be performed only at the 11 p.m. service on Dec. 24. It will include music from both the bell choir and chancel choir. For more information about services in December, call 269-795-9266. Thornapple Valley Church Christmas celebrations at the Middleville campus will be Sunday, Dec. 19, at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Christmas Eve services will be at 3 and 4:30 p.m. There will be no services Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 25 and 26. Regular services resume at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 2. Orangeville Orangeville Baptist Church at 6921 Marsh Road has many activities planned for December. Continuing through the last Sunday in February, sermons will focus on “Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace – The Peacemaking Church.” Sunday, Dec. 19, the service 11 a.m. will include a Christmas message and music. At 6 p.m., the church will present the “Come As a Child” Christmas program. St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, 11850 W. Nine Mile Road is observing Advent through Sunday, Dec. 19. Services begin at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 19, a festival of lessons and carols will begin at 9:30 a.m. Christmas Eve at the church begins with a carol sing-a-long at 7 p.m. and celebration of the Eucharist at 7:30 p.m. No services will be held Christmas day. For more information, call 269-532-0115. Church clergy or staff who would like information about free Advent or Christmas events included in J-Ad Graphics’ papers should send the event date, time and location to Patricia Johns at patricia@jadgraphics.com. The deadline for information is Tuesday each week at 10 a.m. The email should include the name, address and telephone number of the church. Information will be printed on a space-available basis. Thursday, Dec. 9 — Movie Memories celebrates Christmas with “Holiday Affair,” 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10 — preschool story time featuring penguins, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11 — Anime festival presents Manga artist Mark Crilley, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14 — toddler story time enjoys violins, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; teens meet, 6 to 7 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15 — Tween Royal Readers rehearse “Peggy the Pint-Sized Pirate,” 4 to 6 p.m. Call the library for more information about any of the above, 269-945-4263. Licenses Shane David Cramer, Hastings and Heather Leigh Huedepohl, Lake Odessa. John Patrick Dermody, Caledonia and Cynthia Jean Feenstra, Hastings. Lawrence Dean Durek II, Saginaw and Jacquelyn Carli Beduhn, Hastings. David Lawrence Madsen, Hastings and Michelle Catherine Mills, Hastings. Steven Gordon Norris, Delton and Linda Ann Peters. David Earl Stephens, Sr., Lake Odessa and Valerie Lynn Patrick, Lansing. Seats are still available in the 2011 Leadership Barry County class which begins Jan. 14, 2011, at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute with the workshop, “What is your Leadership Style?” Leadership Barry County Director Jennifer Richards welcomes questions from anyone about the leadership program. She can be reached via e-mail at jen@barrycf.org or by calling 269-945-0526. Participants in Leadership Barry County will graduate March 19. Richards explains that the program is a mixture of workshops and travel (including a day in Lansing) that examine the many facets of leadership. Speakers include community leaders and experts. The cost in 2011 is $375, the same as in 2010. 77552342 Wednesday, Dec. 22, at 6:30 p.m. There will be a living nativity with a candlelight service and Happy Birthday Jesus fellowship time with cookies to follow. This is open to the public. For more information, call 269-945-9121. Thornapple Valley Church’s Christmas celebrations at the Hastings campus will be Saturday, Dec. 18, at 6 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 19, at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Christmas Eve services will be at 3 and 4:30 p.m. The church will not have services Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 25 and 26, or Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011. Regular services resume at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 315 W. Center St. Sunday services through Dec. 19 are at 10 a.m., Holy Communion, Rite II and at 11:30 a.m., Christian education: Handel’s Messiah, Part I. The Saint Nicholas Brunch will be Sunday, Dec. 12, at 11 a.m. in the Gury Parish House. A candlelight service with choral Holy Communion, Rite II, will begin Christmas Eve at 8 p.m. The Christmas Day service will begin at 11 a.m. with Holy Communion, Rite II. New Year’s Eve service, beginning at 7 p.m., will include Holy Communion, Rite II. The Feast of the Epiphany will be celebrated Thursday, Jan. 6, at 7 p.m. with Stations of the Epiphany and Holy Communion, Rite II. Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Leadership class has openings Advent events begin at area churches Marriage Dowling Pleasantview Family Church at 2601 Lacey Road in Dowling will have its Christmas cantata Friday, Dec. 10, at 8 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 11, at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Hastings Hastings Assembly of God holiday events include the Dec. 11 Christmas party at 6 p.m. All are welcome to the church at 1674 W. State Road. Sunday, Dec. 19, will include a 10 a.m. candlelight service. At 6 p.m., the children’s Christmas play, “A Night at Bethley’s Department Store” begins followed by fellowship time with cookies. Grace Lutheran Church, 239 E. North St., will celebrate worship with family and friends Sunday, Dec. 12, at 10:45 a.m. worship service with a children’s Christmas program. Everyone will share in familiar Christmas carols, puppets, dance and music solos with Paula Allerding and friends. The birthday celebration for Jesus will include cake, cookies and punch after the worship. Participants can bring in pet items for donation to Mackenzie’s Animal Rescue or items for the church’s baby/family pantry as mission projects for the worship. Hastings Free Methodist Church, 2365 N. M43 Highway, will have a special event 2011. The offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, Dec. 30 and 31, for the New Year’s holiday. The offices also will be closed Thursday and Friday, Dec. 23 and 24, for Christmas. Kmart Plaza, Hastings 948-3700 Mon-Thu 11-8:00 Fri 11-9:00 Sat 8:00-9:00 Sun 8:00-8:00 LUNCH BUFFET SPECIAL Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 11am - 3pm 4.99 $ Purchase $50 in gift certificates & get 1 Free Lunch Buffet ... Purchase $100 & get 1 Free 1/2 lb. Prime Rib Dinner! Sing along with Elvis & visit with Santa Dec. 11th 5-9p.m. …of Christmas Past Historic Charlton Park’s turn-ofthe century village is the setting for … Of Christmas Past, a recreation of the sights, sounds, tastes and activities of the late 1800’s. On Saturday and Sunday, December 11 and 12, from Noon to 5:00 p.m., visiholiday toys, games and keeptors are invited to tour through sakes for all ages. the village in a mule-drawn Admission to Christmas Past wagon and also visit St. is $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for Nicholas in the Upjohn House. children 4 to 12. There is no Adults and children are wel- additional cost for crafts. For come to try their hands at tradi- more information on the … Of tional crafts and ornaments, Christmas Past celebration, conincluding hand-dipped candles. tact Historic Charlton Park at Our volunteer artisans will 269-945-3775 or visit our webdemonstrate their skills in the site www.charltonpark.org village buildings. Everyone is Historic Charlton Park is encouraged to sample tradition- located at 2545 S. Charlton al holiday fare, wassail, and Park Road, just north of M-79, fresh roasted chestnuts. The gift between Hastings and shop will feature an array of Nashville. Village, Museum & Recreation Area 2545 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings, MI 49058-8102 Ph: 269-945-3775 Fax: 269-945-0390 www.charltonpark.org 07559633 �Page 8 — Thursday, December 9, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of By Elaine Garlock The urns that grace the business section of town are now filled with evergreen boughs and teasel burrs, replacing the colorful foliage and flowering plants that filled the urns all summer. Looking a week ahead, the Sebewa Center United Methodist Church will host its monthly dinner Saturday, Dec. 18. Lake Odessa made the big time with an excellent photo featured in the December issue of Country magazine which reached local readers last week. On a page featuring old-time photos entitled ‘The Way It Was,” there is a picture provided by Clayton Vandecar of Lansing, a graduate of Lake Odessa High School in 1929, showing in the background the two-story square hotel, complete with louvered cupola at the corner of Fourth Avenue and Tupper Lake Street. Next west is Pliny Russell’s second-hand store with its second-story balcony. Nearer is the double front Huntzinger Ford dealership. Against this is the one-story Gates and Huntzinger service station selling Texaco petroleum products and tires. In the foreground are two teams of horses, each hauling a tall stack of logs. The caption says that logs were hauled in icy weather when it was easier for horses to pull the heavy loads. The drivers are Lewis Vandecar and Loy Eldridge who had hauled the logs from nine miles north of town. The logs were to be shipped on the railroad. Does anyone know who would have been a timber dealer to handle such transactions? Thanksgiving Day guests of Elaine VanLaanen were her daughters, Vicki Erickson and husband Mark, Elizabeth and Uli Baecker of Milwaukee, along with her brother Gary and wife Kathy Nickel of Nashville, Delbert and Judy Nickel of South Haven. On both Saturday and Sunday, Lakewood United Methodist Church held its annual dramatic production written and produced by John Waite, pastoral assistant. This year’s drama had lengthy dialogue, with much memorization required of its teenaged actors, plus well-rehearsed dance and drumming sequences. The story involved Roman soldiers stationed in Judea and their fraternizing with the local Jewish women, the correlation between the events of A.D. 33 and the birth of Christ. The costumes were done to replicate the Roman military look and the local Jewish population. The sound effects were impressive. Refreshments were served in the dining hall later. The chancel choir of Central United Methodist Church presented its biennial cantata Sunday at 4 p.m. with many visitors who came for the excellent music. Kathy Good of Morrison Lake was flautist. Patricia Werdon was pianist. Soloists were Tom Reiser, Lori McNeill and Carol Reiser. The director was Ginny Kruisenga. The text of the anthems was projected on the screen. Interspersed with that was a series of pictures colored by youngsters in elementary grades to enhance the theme of each musical number. Refreshments were served later by Holly and James Bandfield of Dausman Park, Morrison Lake, Andrea Genter and husband John of Eagle Point. Tonight is meeting time for the Lake Odessa Area Historical Society at the Freight House at 7 p.m. The decorated trees are in place and will remain until January. Tonight’s program is the annual show-and-tell program. All this week, the community Christmas Basket program is in progress. Helpers are needed today to sort canned goods and place them in the boxes. Saturday, much help is needed to deliver boxes. Many deliveries are to be made right here in town so distance is not a requirement of drivers and helpers. Also drivers are needed for Woodland area. The Sunfield SPYs are very well organized and come with many workers under the direction of John Fisher most years. Recipients are expected to be at home during the forenoon to accept the deliveries. The project at Lake Manor is nearly finished. There is new tan siding on the exterior walls and shingles of the same color are used beneath the windows. All doors and windows have been replaced, so everything is looking sharp. The new siding replaces vertical green siding. Special tax credit for LBC endowment fund The alumni of Leadership Barry County and the Barry Community Foundation are working together to try to reach the goal of $750,000 for the LBC Endowment Fund, which will create funding for a sustainable program. “We have raised $439,000 for the endowment fund, and we are more than half the way to our goal,” said Jennifer Richards, director of both the Youth Advisory Council and Leadership Barry County. This year’s Youth Advisory Council Roofsit Nov. 6 raised funds for the endowment fund. Donors to this fund can receive a special Michigan tax credit in addition to the federal tax deduction. Information on giving to this endowment fund is available by calling the foundation at 269-945-0526. 77552340 To whom it may concern: I believe I am a victim of bigotry, in Barry County, City of Hastings. I have been informed our constitution is set up in such a manner that our state representative, governor or president cannot get involved in the Barry County Court System per Friend of Court. If you have any info on equal rights for mothers or fathers or have ever been misrepresented in any way in Barry County, City of Hastings, please contact Bonita Case, day or night, (269) 993-8355 or (269) 804-1707. 77552358 EDWARD JONES Still time for year-end financial moves The holiday season is always a busy time of year, so you’re probably pretty busy. But it is important to take some time now to evaluate year-end financial moves that may be beneficial in preparing for your financial future. Which year-end moves should you consider? You will want to talk to your financial advisor and tax and legal professionals first, but here are a few ideas to get you started: • Boost your IRA contributions. You have until April 15, 2011, to fully fund your IRA for the 2010 tax year, but the sooner you finish with your 2010 contribution, the quicker you can get started on your 2011 contribution — and the earlier in the year you fund your IRA, the more time you give your account the opportunity to grow._ • Put more money into college savings plans. If you have a 529 college savings plan for yourself or someone else, consider putting more money in before year-end. You can gift up to $13,000 ($26,000 per married couple) per person per year without gift tax consequences. However, this must be accomplished by year-end. _ • Be generous. If you’ve been thinking of making charitable gifts, don’t put them off any longer. As long as you make a donation to a qualified charity before the year ends, you can claim a deduction on your 2010 tax return. For example, if you donate $100 to a charitable group [either a religious organization or one that has received 501(c)(3) status from the Internal Revenue Service], and you’re in the 25% tax bracket, you can deduct $100 (with a tax benefit of $25) when you file your taxes for 2010, providing, of course, that you itemize. If you donate stocks or other types of assets, you may also be able to save on capital gains taxes, because it will be the charity, not you, that eventually sells those assets. • Sell your “losers.” If you own investments that have lost value since you purchased them, you can sell them before 2010 ends and then use the tax loss to offset capital gains you may have earned in other investments. If you don’t have any capital gains, you can use up to $3,000 of your tax losses to offset other ordinary income. If your loss is greater than $3,000, you can “carry over” the excess and deduct it from your taxes in future years. However, if you then want to repurchase the investment you sold, you’ll need to wait at least 31 days to avoid violating the IRS’ “wash sale” rules. _ • Take capital gains. In 2011, the tax rate on long-term capital gains is scheduled to increase to 20% for most investors, up from the 15% rate it’s been the last several years. If you have stocks or other appreciated assets that you were thinking of selling in the near future, you might want to do so before the year comes to a close. However, it’s generally not a good idea to make investment decisions strictly because of tax consequences. If your appreciated assets are still a part of your overall financial strategy, you may be better off holding them for the long term, even with a higher capital gains rate. Considering these moves before the year ends may help you better prepare to address you financial picture in 2011. Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors are not tax advisors and cannot give tax advice. Please consult your qualified tax professional regarding your situation. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 24.05 +.05 AT&T 28.54 +.75 CMS Energy Corp 18.41 +.44 Coca-Cola Co 64.14 +.97 Dow Chemical Co 33.76 +2.58 Exxon Mobil 71.46 +1.90 Family Dollar Stores 50.87 +.69 First Financial Bancorp 18.20 +1.68 Flowserve CP 114.27 +8.81 Ford Motor Co 16.56 +.62 Intl Bus Machine 144.02 +2.56 JCPenney Co 33.92 +.65 Johnson & Johnson 62.31 +.76 Kellogg Co 48.91 -.32 McDonald’s Corp 80.34 +2.04 Pfizer Inc 16.77 +.48 Sears Holding 68.06 +2.56 Spartan Motors 5.65 +.36 TCF Financial 14.53 +.92 Walmart Stores 55.09 +1.00 Gold $1398.05 +13.87 Silver $28.62 +.59 Dow Jones Average 11,359.16 +353.14 Volume on NYSE 1,57B +9M MDOT seeks comment on draft five-year plan The Michigan Department of Transportation is seeking public comment on its draft 2011-2015 five-year transportation program. The document includes a list of specific transportation projects planned for the next five years in each of MDOT’s seven regions. The draft 2011-2015 five-year transportation program is available on the MDOT website at www.michigan.gov/mdot5yearplan. According to the draft, work in Barry County will be primarily in the city of Hastings. Replacement of the bridge over the Thornapple River on M-43/Broadway near Tyden Park is expected to begin in 2012. Also that year, a 1.3-mile stretch of M-43 in the city limits will be restored and rehabilitated. Another 3.2 miles of M-37 will be resurfaced on the sout side of Hastings. The Michigan Street bridge over the Thornapple River also is slated for replacement in 2012, said Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield. Both, however, are tentative and subject to available funding. If both projects proceed in 2012, Mansfield said they would not commence at the same time, and the Broadway bridge would have reduced lanes, not full closure. Comments will be accepted until Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011, and should be emailed to MDOT-Five-YearProgram@michigan.gov. To request alternative formats, such as large print, contact Bob Parsons, public involvement and hearings officer, Bureau of Transportation Planning, Michigan Department of Transportation, PO Box 30050, Lansing 48909; fax 517-3739255: or e-mail parsonsb@michigan.gov. The five-year transportation program, a continuous, interactive dialogue with the department’s customers and stakeholders, has become the anchor of MDOT’s project development and delivery systems. Each year, a new fifth year is added and program/project adjustments are made to the previous four years. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Energy’s bottom line by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters I’m trained in geology, but I don’t work in the energy industry. That means I’m an interested bystander on the sidelines of the energy game, more eager than most to see the execution of the next play on the turf — but I’m not on one of the teams actually touching the ball. The people who are out there on the playing field have to make complex judgments about what will power us through tomorrow. American business people make educated guesses all the time about whether to invest in what may be emerging energy technologies. And members of Congress also make some similar decisions. That’s because the government both supports basic energy research and subsidizes all the forms of energy I know about. One of the ways our collective tax dollars help make energy cheaper in the marketplace is the subsidy of ethanol made from corn. Ethanol is the time-honored chemical that’s in whiskey and wine. Today, on an enormous scale, ethanol is blended into the gasoline we buy at the corner gas station. If you read the fine print on the gas pump, you’ll see how much ethanol is blended into what your car burns. The tax subsidy on ethanol destined for gasoline was small in the 1970s when it began. But it has grown over the decades. The cost of our ethanol subsidy is now measured in the billions of dollars per year. At the same time, ethanol used for energy accounts for a lot of our corn crop. According to recent news reports, we’ll plow about 41 percent of our nation’s corn into ethanol this year. That’s a lot of tortilla chips we are burning on our highways. Corn-based ethanol has become more controversial as the industry has grown bigger. In the most recent twist of the debate about the fuel, former Vice President Al Gore has changed sides in the argument. At a gathering in Greece this fall, he publicly reversed his support for ethanol made from corn. The switch means he has joined people like the editors of the Wall Street Journal in their plea that we end the corn ethanol subsidy. It’s not every day that Gore and the Wall Street Journal agree on stuff. But it’s not the muck and mire of politics that are important to me as a geologist. What’s really at stake is the bottom line. Do we get more energy out of corn ethanol than we put in? Making corn into ethanol takes work. We plant the crop, then harvest the corn from the field. Next we must process it and then ferment the grain. After all that, we have to extract the ethanol we want from the thin soup of the stuff we have made. How much energy do we actually get out of the ethanol we burn in our gas tanks, compared to the energy we put into making the fuel from corn? The scientists and engineers I’ve read on this subject down through the years have mostly said we gain very little energy from our work. Basically, we put a unit of energy into the process and get just a little bit more back out than we put in. The fancy way of describing it is what’s called “energy-conversion ratios.” Speaking of ethanol made from corn in his recent speech, the former vice president said, “The energy conversion ratios are at best very small.” That quotation indicates quite a change from Gore’s earlier public sentiments. I’m not criticizing him or anyone else when I say that we all need to set aside our politics and look critically at energy sources. We Americans need to diversify our sources of energy, and some forms of biofuels will be part of the mix that can help us in the coming decades. But we have a variety of choices to make and more research to do. In the end, we’ve got to keep our eyes on what makes good sense for the next round of energy innovation. Big energy conversion ratios are what we need from biofuels in the coming years. That’s the bottom line, no matter your politics. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard universities. Follow her online at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Agriculture, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 9, 2010 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... Of Hastings Christmas Past The names and styles may change, but the Hastings Christmas parade still means that families will bundle up and head downtown like they did in this circa late-1960s photo. Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them The BANNER CIRCLE PINES CENTER 8650 Mullen Road, Delton FRASER FIR AND SPRUCE TREES $25 - $50 HAND-DECORATED & NATURAL WREATHS $15 - $35 269-945-9554 WEEKDAYS 3PM TO 6PM • WEEKENDS NOON TO 4PM Bring this ad and receive $5 off your tree! If you see Sgt. 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THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. The proposed budget will be available for public inspection at the Village Offices, 100 E Main St., Middleville MI 49333 beginning December 09, 2010. Questions or comments may be directed to the Village Manager at 269-795-3385. Mary Jean Lamoreaux Village Clerk 06733848 911 TELECOMMUNICATOR 77552275 12-10-10 Shirley Rugg and she held the same position at Leila Hospital in Battle Creek from 1952-56. Over the years, she has been a volunteer for Barry Community Hospice, St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church and the Barry County Chapter of the American Cancer Society. Happy 21st Birthday! Give the gift of NEWS! Send friends and family a gift subscription to The BANNER! To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 77543076 The Barry County Board of Commissioners recently honored Shirley Rugg with a resolution and plaque in the commissioners’ chambers with friends and family looking on. She had served on the Barry County Department of Human Services (DHS) Board for 12 continuous years. Rugg, of Hastings, was board chairwoman during the past year and had decided to retire when her fourth term expired Oct. 31. County commissioners have appointed David McIntyre, of Hastings, as her replacement on the DHS board. DHS is the governing board for both the local office of the Department of Human Services and the county-owned Thornapple Manor, a facility offering skilled nursing and rehabilitative services. The resolution honoring Rugg contained a sincere “thank you” from the commissioners on behalf of county citizens for her years of service and dedication to the community. A retired nurse, Rugg had 17 years of experience in practical and educational aspects of nursing and applied health. She earned a bachelor of science degree in nursing science in 1952, graduating magna cum laude from Mercy College in Detroit. She was assistant director of nursing at Provincial House (now Magnumcare) in Hastings from 1986-88. When she began employment there in 1978, she was a staff charge nurse. Two years later she became an inservice coordinator. In Jackson, Rugg worked as a nursing instructor at Mercy Hospital from 1956-59 All proceeds provide scholarships for summer camp. To subscribe, call us at... up to 5 qts. oil Shirley Rugg honored for service on DHS Board CHRISTMAS TREE & WREATH SALE 77552279 season to visit her aunt and uncle. Their hospitality and the beautiful scenery must have given us the travel bug. So the whole family made a deluxe tour of New England last summer (with a tent). We dreamed Thoreau’s dreams at Walden and sat by a campfire in the silent mountains of Vermont. We crossed the “rude bridge” at Concord and studied the Minute Man statute. We trod the decks of Old Ironsides and Mayflower II. We spied on JFK (Sara calls him Kennedes-dee-dee) at Hyannisport and swam in the ocean nearby. We fed the pigeons on Boston Common and the turnstiles on Boston subway. We learned many things: 1. She who throws her shoes from the car window endures an hour’s grim silence. 2. A taut, dry tent will shrink and collapse when it rains. 3. You can pack a car 50 percent quicker in the rain. 4. If you pack a car in the rain, you can’t find the lunch at noon. 5. A man can’t dress in a tent with four femmes. 6. Four femmes can’t dress in a tent. 7. An empty coffee cup will ride 50 miles on top of a car. 8. A rolled sleeping bag, hurled eight feet, can break a guy’s glasses. 9. Living in a nine-by-11 foot tent and a four-by-six car can foster togetherness. 10. Togetherness is the second most overrated thing in the world. 11. An expectant mother predicts a leisurely vacation at home next year. Yes, we’ve really been places: from Maine to the Rockies, from Canada to Texas. But, you know we learned many serious things too; that people are friendly everywhere, that we have a richer American heritage than we had ever realized, that things aren’t important unless you have friends and family to share them with. So we hope you have had an equally pleasant year and share with us some of the feelings we have when we think of all of you during this joyous season. 07559745 A look into Banner archives uncovered this letter, written nearly 50 years ago, that reminds us some things have not changed since 1961. The Erma Bombeck-type prose shows that children, travel and people, in general, have the same fundamental characteristics (and attitudes) that they did five decades ago. The letter – which originally was sent to the wife’s sister – was published in the Dec. 28, 1961, Banner. ***** Dec. 28, 1961, Banner Annual Christmas letters are wonderful to receive Dear Friends: Another holiday season and a chance to share our happiness with you. Sara was 3 years old last September. She has silky hair and a rubbery face. Independence is her philosophy; she has to do everything herself. Insists on a clean dress every day; no jeans or play clothes. She is entranced by the phonograph and 3-D pictures. Cathy studies astronomy and names constellations like old friends. She still bemoans an empty purse and nourishes an insatiable appetite for goodies. She took up the clarinet this fall and presently claims first chair in her section. We’re proud of her progress as the family’s first musician. Ann is our junior high debutante. Last year she knew all of the questions; this year she knows all the answers. She’s five feet of temperament and determination. The wonders of science challenge her (this week she is en expert on the eyeball). However, household chores leave her rather disenchanted. John is still counseling students and looking for someone to solve his problems. The Air Force took him to Texas last spring to study training methods. He gave up using a comb in 1960 and threw away the brush a few months ago. Anything left up there grows uncultivated. Beverly completed her term as president of the Child Study Club and took on duties in the church circle, PTA and the United Fund. Right now she is infanticipating. We took a train to Denver during the Easter Kathy Kammi KATHY & KAMMI GILBERT in Wasilla, Ak. Love, Your Michigan Family Barry County Central Dispatch/911, a 24 hour operation, is accepting applications for a full-time 911 Telecommunicator. JOB DUTIES: Receive emergency 911 and non-emergency calls for service and inquiries from the public. Evaluate information and dispatch the appropriate police, fire and emergency medical agency. Operate communications equipment including computers, radios and telephones. The person selected for this position will be required to work any shift, including weekends and holidays, and will be required to work overtime as needed. JOB REQUIREMENTS: • U.S. Citizen • High School Diploma or equivalent • Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written • Type 30 w.p.m. Applications may be obtained online at Barry911.org or at Central Dispatch. Deadline for application is December 23, 2010, 3 p.m. Barry County Central Dispatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply in person or mail resume to: Barry County Central Dispatch 2600 Nashville Road Hastings, Michigan 49058 77551975 �Page 10 — Thursday, December 9, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by TIM BURD and KARI L. BURD, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 29, 2007, and recorded on February 8, 2007, in Document No. 1176213, and assigned by said mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2007-NC4, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand Twenty Dollars and Fifty-Four Cents ($165,020.54), including interest at 8.250% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o'clock, on January 6, 2011 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE SOUTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 26, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST, DESCRIBED AS COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE WEST 50 ACRES OF THE SOUTH 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 26; THENCE NORTH 330 FEET; THENCE WEST 471 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 330 FEET; THENCE EAST 471 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, CASTLETON TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 22, 2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2007-NC4 Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 ASAP# 3830572 12/02/2010, 12/09/2010, 12/16/2010, 77551949 12/23/2010 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darold Christopher Cheeseman, an unmarried man, to Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis, Mortgagee, dated April 18, 2003 and recorded April 22, 2003 in Instrument Number 1102575, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by CitiMortgage, Inc. by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Eight and 3/100 Dollars ($85,988.03) including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on DECEMBER 16, 2010. Said premises are located in the City of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point 510 Feet West of the Northeast corner of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 28, Town 2 North, Range 7 West; thence West 220 Feet; thence South 450 Feet; thence East 270 Feet; thence North 200 Feet; thence West 50 Feet; thence North 250 Feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: November 18, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 671.0912 ASAP# FNMA3814052 11/18/2010, 11/25/2010, 12/02/2010, 12/09/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy J Ward and Joyce Ward, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 30, 2008, and recorded on July 11, 2008 in instrument 20080711-0007112, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-Four and 87/100 Dollars ($64,974.87), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 27, of plat of Ridgewood Hills, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5, Page(s) 85, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551961 File #347920F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kevin T Keck and Sharon K Keck, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to First Indiana Bank, NA, Mortgagee, dated November 21, 2005, and recorded on December 8, 2005 in instrument 1157374, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Six Thousand Seven Hundred SixtyEight and 25/100 Dollars ($146,768.25), including interest at 7.85% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing where the highway from Battle Creek to Hastings crosses the South line of Section 9, Town 1 North, Range 8 West, West 11 rods 6 feet, North 14 rods, East 11 rods 8 feet, South 14 rods to beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551465 File #346919F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by April H. Murray and Richard G. Murray, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Hamilton Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated March 24, 2004, and recorded on March 31, 2004 in instrument 1124476, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Wachovia Bank of Delaware, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Six Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Seven and 42/100 Dollars ($176,397.42), including interest at 9.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 5 1/2 Rods of Lot 5, Block 7, Eastern Addition of the Village of Hastings (now city of Hastings), Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber A of Plats, Page 2 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #351133F01 77552248 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Fern Taylor and Willie T. Taylor, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2005, and recorded on May 2, 2005 in instrument 1145762, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Nine Hundred SeventySix and 43/100 Dollars ($108,976.43), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 65, 66 and 67, Replat of Out Lot "A" of Fair Lake Park, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 88, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #350989F01 77552263 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Lisa Stocks, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 2205 S Broadway St, Hastings, MI 49058-9206. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 7, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 7, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 File # 216699F02 77552268 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary Lee Wiggins and Jodi Wiggins, husband and wife, who executes this instrument for the sole purpose of subordinating her dower and homestead interest to the lien of this mortgage, original mortgagor(s), to Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., Mortgagee, dated May 18, 2005, and recorded on July 1, 2005 in instrument 1148883, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Eight and 73/100 Dollars ($93,688.73), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 4, Brookfield Acres Subdivision, as recorded in Liber 5, Page 29 of Plats, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551944 File #242530F04 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nate Fisk, original mortgagor(s), to ICNB Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2006, and recorded on May 4, 2006 in instrument 1164070, and modified by agreement dated November 30, 2009, and recorded on February 2, 2010 in instrument 201002020000966, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-One Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty and 76/100 Dollars ($141,880.76), including interest at 3.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Rutland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 22, Smith's Lakeview Center, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 50, Barry County Records The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06731019 File #333694F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rebecca S. Dipp, a married woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 16, 2004, and recorded on January 21, 2004 in instrument 1121032, and rerecorded on February 2, 2004 in instrument 1121649, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Weststar Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-Two and 13/100 Dollars ($72,582.13), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 19, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 00 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds East 793.68 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section 19; thence South 89 degrees 25 minutes 31 seconds West 880.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 19 minutes 55 seconds East, 221.68 feet; thence North 89 degrees 32 minutes 05 seconds East, 880.00 feet to said Section line; thence south 00 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds West 220.00 feet along said Section line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the easterly 60 feet thereof for North M-43 highway, and any other easements or restriction of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552030 File #337629F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Drew A. Gilbert, Sr. A Single Man and Jolene Woudstra A Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 20, 2006, and recorded on April 25, 2006 in instrument 1163555, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee, on behalf of the holders of the Credit Suisse First Boston Mortgage Securities Corp. CSMC Trust 2006-CF3, CS Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2006-CF3 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Nine Hundred Seven and 96/100 Dollars ($103,907.96), including interest at 7.27% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on December 16, 2010. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel of Land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 11, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of said Section 11, distant South 89 degrees 16 minutes 39 seconds East, 959.75 feet from the North 1/4 corner of said Section 11; thence continuing South 89 degrees 16 minutes 39 seconds 295.07 feet along the North line of said Section 11; thence South 00 degrees 32 minutes 44 seconds East, 295.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 15 minutes 39 seconds West 295.07 feet; thence North 00 degrees 32 minutes 44 seconds West, 295.00 feet to the said North line and the place of beginning. Subject to an easement of variable width for public highway purposes for Bivens Road. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 18, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 06731010 File #150039F02 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE WHEREAS, default has been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Rebecca L. Gingrich, a single woman Mortgagor, to National Home funding, Inc., a Tennessee corporation, Mortgagee, dated the 29th day of June, A.D., 1998, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 14th day of January, A.D., 2000, as Instrument 1040214, which after mesne assignments, said mortgage was assigned to the AmeriHome Mortgage Corporation, a Michigan corporation, by assignment dated the 1st day of January, A.D., 2005, and recorded on the 4th day of January, 2005 as Instrument 1139602, Barry County Records. WHEREAS, the amount claimed to be due on said mortgage as of the date of this notice is the sum of Seventy-three thousand five hundred fiftyeight and 68/100 dollars ($73,558.68) for principal and interest and, WHEREAS, no suit or proceedings at law or in equity have been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof, and default having been made whereby the power of sale contained in said mortgage has become operative. NOW THEREFORE, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage and pursuant to the statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on THURSDAY the 6TH day of JANUARY, ---2011, at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, local time, said mortgage will be foreclosed at a sale at public auction to the highest bidder at the east door of the Circuit Courthouse in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, and State of Michigan (that being the place of holding Circuit Court in said County), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid, on said mortgage with the interest thereon at seven and one half percent (7.5%) per annum and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including the attorney fee allowed by law, and also any sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. The premises described in said mortgage are as follows: Property situated in the Village -of Freeport, County of Barry, State of Michigan, to wit: Lots 1 and 2 of Block 5 of the Village of Freeport, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in liber 1 of Plats, Page 22 Commonly known as: 190 Oak Street, Freeport, MI Parcel No. 08-040-105-001-00 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: November 18, 2010. AMERIHOME MORTGAGE CORPORATION, assignee of mortgage. CHARLES A. FORREST, JR. Attorney for AmeriHome Mortgage Corporation 703 E. Court St., Flint, MI 48503 Telephone: (810) 238-4030 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL 77551474 BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Roderick Meeuwsen and Denette Meeuwsen, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 26, 2006, and recorded on November 13, 2006 in instrument 1172622, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty and 71/100 Dollars ($107,920.71), including interest at 9.95% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 200 feet North and 132 feet West of the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, according to the Government Survey thereof, thence West 183 feet; thence North 200 feet; thence East 183 feet; thence South 200 feet to the Place of Beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress and egress over the following: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan; thence West 100 feet for the Place of Beginning; thence West 32 feet; thence North 500 feet; thence East 32 feet; thence South 500 feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #151165F02 77552258 Stay informed on local events... Subscribe to The BANNER! Call... 945-9554 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 9, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by BRAD A. GEE AND JULIE L. GEE, whose address is 575 Indian Hills Drive, Hastings, MI 49058, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, on April 15, 2008 and recorded at Document #20080422-0004347 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses, the sum of $118,234.87 as of November 1, 2010 with interest at the rate of 7.00%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgages, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse, County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on the 13th day of January, 2011 at 1:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 7.00%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorney’s fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, to wit: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN: LOTS 1 AND 2 OF BLOCK NO.1 OF R.J. GRANTS SECOND ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, IN LIBER 1 OF PLATS PAGE 16. Commonly known as: 906 N. MICHIGAN AVE., HASTINGS, MI 49058 Property Tax Identification No. 08-55-045-00100. That if after inspection by the lender, the property is determined to be abandoned, the redemption period shall be shortened from six (6) months to thirty (30) days pursuant to statute. Dated: November 23, 2010 Union Bank of Lake Odessa by: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) Attorney for Union Bank Drafted By: Timothy L. Tromp, P.C. (P41571) 501 West State Street 77551664 Hastings, MI 49058 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Renee M. Possett and J. Todd Possett, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2003, and recorded on July 7, 2003 in instrument 1108012, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-Three and 73/100 Dollars ($321,733.73), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 8, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, thence South 00 degrees 38 minutes 43 seconds West, along the West line of said Section 8, a distance of 752.28 feet to the centerline of Bowens Mill Road; thence South 84 degrees 54 minutes 26 seconds East along said centerline, 953.69 feet; thence South 86 degrees 06 minutes 00 seconds East along said centerline, 241.50 feet; thence North 03 degrees 56 minutes West, 219.80 feet to the true place of beginning; thence continuing North 03 degrees 56 minutes West, 136.20 feet; thence North 05 degrees 10 minutes East, 123.35 feet to Barlow Lake; thence South 65 degrees 41 feet East along Barlow Lake, 101.00 feet to the outlet of Barlow Lake; thence South 08 degrees 03 minutes West along said outlet, 95.1 feet to a chisled cross on a concrete wall; thence continuing along said outlet, South 11 degrees 37 minutes 53 seconds East, 47.13 feet to the Northwest corner of the Headbridge Opening; thence South 83 degrees 30 seconds West, 16.40 feet; thence South 22 degrees 30 minutes 11 seconds West, 88.00 feet; thence North 80 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West, 41.00 feet to the place of beginning. Together with a non-exclusive easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 10 feet in width lying East of and adjacent to a line described as: Beginning at the Southwesterly corner of the above-described parcel and extending South 03 degrees 56 minutes East, 219.80 feet to the centerline of Bowens Mill Road. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552206 File #311579F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Laurie Taylor, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 8, 2008, and recorded on May 9, 2008 in instrument 20080509-0005004, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-Eight and 37/100 Dollars ($131,658.37), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel Of Land Located In The West 1/2 Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Section 27, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, More Particularly Described As Follows: Beginning At The Intersection Of The South Boundary Line Of Bever Road And The East Line Of The West 1/2 Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Said Section; Thence West Along The South Line Of Bever Road A Distance Of 270 Feet; Thence South Parallel To Said East Line Of The West 1/2 Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Said Section. A Distance Of 322 2/3 Feet; Thence East Parallel To The South Line Of Bever Road A Distance Of 270 Feet To The Said East Line Of The West 1/2 Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Said Section; Thence North Along Said East Line A Distance Of 322 2/3 Feet To The Place Of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551604 File #283381F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles Lumbert and Janice M. Lumbert, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated February 23, 2004, and recorded on February 24, 2004 in instrument 1122692, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Eight Hundred Three and 14/100 Dollars ($102,803.14), including interest at 7.198% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Center of section 23, town 1 North, Range 10 West, Prairieville Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North 89 degrees 23 minutes 46 seconds West along the East and West 1/4 line of said section a distance of 171.20 feet to the intersection of the centerline of Lockshore Road and said east and West 1/4 line; thence South 03 degrees 53 degrees 57 minutes East along said Centerline 1,120.74 feet to the true place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 24 minutes 08 seconds West 294.92 feet; thence south 00 degrees 02 minutes 26 seconds West 199.40 feet to a point on the South line of the North 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said section; thence South 89 degrees 24 minutes 08 degrees East along said Southline of the north 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, a distance of 308.86 feet to a point on the centerline of said Lockshore 200.00 feet to the place of beginning. Containing 1.38 acres, Subject to Easement over the east 33.00 feet for public Highway purposes. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551954 File #336238F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by LESLIE J. POLLYEA AKA LESLIE POLLYEA and ANGELEANA V. SMITH AKA ANGELENA SMITH, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns,, Mortgagee, dated December 10, 2007, and recorded on January 2, 2008, in Document No. 20080102-0000064, and assigned by said mortgagee to FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Nine Thousand Six Hundred Sixty-Nine Dollars and Sixty-Three Cents ($309,669.63), including interest at 6.500% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on December 16, 2010 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: COMMENCING AT A POINT 1160.2 FEET WEST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTH 1 / 2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 9 WEST, THENCE SOUTH 46 DEGREES 30 MINUTES EAST 153 FEET, THENCE NORTH 44 DEGREES 10 MINUTES EAST, 120 FEET FOR A PLACE OF BEGINNING, THENCE CONTINUING NORTH 44 DEGREES 10 MINUTES EAST, 60 FEET, THENCE NORTH 46 DEGREES 30 MINUTES WEST TO THE WATERS EDGE OF LONG LAKE, THENCE ALONG THE SHORE LINE OF SAID LONG LAKE IN A WESTERLY, DIRECTION TO A POINT WHICH BEARS DUE NORTH 46 DEGREES 30 MINUTES WEST OF THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, THENCE SOUTH 44 DEGREES 30 MINUTES EAST APPROXIMATELY 175 FEET TO SAID PLACE OF BEGINNING. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 11, 2010 FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 77551456 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James S. Moseley and Iris M. Moseley, husband and wife, to Great American Acceptance Corporation, Mortgagee, dated May 9, 2003 and recorded May 15, 2003 in Instrument Number 1104362, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Eight and 28/100 Dollars ($113,228.28) including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 6, 2011. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the South 1/2, Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 1605.0 feet along the East line of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 1386.0 feet parallel with the South line of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section to the place of beginning of this description; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 250.0 feet; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 974.07 feet to reference point C; thence North 8 degrees 30 minutes 11 seconds West 621.95 feet along the Easterly line of the Penn Central Railroad right of way (100 feet wide); thence South 71 degrees 01 minutes East 1127.34 feet to the place of beginning. Also beginning North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 101.14 feet from above described reference point C; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 87 feet more or less to the waters edge of Thornapple River; thence meandering Northerly along said waters edge to the Westerly line of said railroad right of way; thence South 8 degrees 30 minutes 11 seconds East 617 feet more or less to the place of beginning, hereby giving and granting also an easement for purposes of ingress and egress to and from said hereinbefore described premises to Loop Road over and across the land hereinafter described as "Parcel X". Parcel X: That part of the Southeast 1/4, Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of said Southeast 1/4, which is North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 800.00 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 375.0 feet parallel with the South line of said Southeast 1/4; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 206.0 feet; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 1295.0 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 66.0 feet; thence South 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds East 284.0 feet thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 1012.20 feet; thence North 89 degrees 50 minutes 24 seconds East 66.0 feet along the South line of the North 960 feet of said Southeast 1/4; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 1012.50 feet; thence South 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds East 845.0 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 200.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds East 475.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 60.0 feet along the East line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: November 25, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.7205 ASAP# 3824141 11/25/2010, 77551626 12/02/2010, 12/09/2010, 12/16/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kris A. Robertson Joined by Spouse Megan Roberson, original mortgagor(s), to Solstice Capital Group Inc., Mortgagee, dated July 8, 2005, and recorded on August 24, 2005 in instrument 1151615, and modified by agreement dated June 21, 2006, and recorded on September 1, 2006 in instrument 1169435, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Bank of America, National Associations successor by merger to LaSalle Bank NA as trustee for WaMu Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series WMABS 2006HE1 Trust as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Nine Thousand Twenty-Seven and 28/100 Dollars ($159,027.28), including interest at 9.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in City of Delton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel of land in section 26, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan described as: Beginning at a poing on the North and South 1/4 line of section 26, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, distant North 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds West 1600.36 feet from the South 1/4 post of said section 26; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 236.60 feet; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds West parallel with said north and South 1/4 line 797.59 feet to the Southwest corner of Lot 12 of Brookview according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 48 in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County Michigan; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West along the South line of said Plat of Brookview 236.60 feet to said North and South 1/4 line thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds East along said North and South 1/4 line 797.59 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to an easement for ingress and egress described as: Beginning at a point on the North and South 1/4 lineof section 26 Town 1 North Range 9 West distant North 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds West 1600.36 feet from the South 1/4 post of said section 26 thence continuing north 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seocnds West 20.00 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seocnds East 236.60 feet; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds East 20.00 feet; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 236.60 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to the right of the public and of any governmental unit in any part thereof taken used of deeded for street, road or highway purposes. Subject to easement and restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551985 File #347651F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on May 18, 2005 by Cabro Partners, LLC, Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgagee was recorded on May 23, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1146876. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Four Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-Three and 26/100 Dollars ($449,923.26), including interest at 7.0% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On December 30, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law, the property located in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Parcel 8: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of said Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road and the true point of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 353.00 feet to the Northerly right of way line of Enterprise Drive; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 207 feet along said Northerly line; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 400.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 163.51 feet; thence South 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds East, 63.92 feet to the point of beginning. EXCEPT: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road; thence along said Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 328.50 feet to the true point of beginning; thence continuing along the Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 24.50 feet to the North right-ofway line of Enterprise Drive; thence along said North right-of-way line of Enterprise Drive North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 23.16 feet; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 17.33 feet; thence North 38 degrees 03 minutes 12 seconds East, 9.10 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 17.58 feet to the point of beginning. Tax Parcel No.: 55-265-028-00; More commonly known as 1135 Enterprise Drive, Hastings, Michigan. The redemption period shall be six months from the date of sale. Dated: November 23, 2010 MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank /s/ Rachel J. Foster By: Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 77551658 269-226-2982 NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. Notwithstanding, if the debt secured by this property was discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is NOT an attempt to collect that debt. You are presently in default under your Mortgage Security Agreement, and the Mortgage Holder may be contemplating the commencement of foreclosure proceedings under the terms of that Agreement and Michigan law. You have no legal obligation to pay amounts due under the discharged note. A loan modification may not serve to revive that obligation. However, in the event you wish to explore options that may avert foreclosure, please contact our office at the number listed below. Attention: The following notice shall apply only if the property encumbered by the mortgage described below is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.7cc. Attention Dale D. Krueger, III and Carrie L. Krueger, regarding the property at 3381 Stager Dr., Middleville, MI 49333. The following notice does not apply if you have previously agreed to modify the mortgage loan under section 3205b. 3205a, 3205b and 3205c do not apply unless the terms of the modified mortgage loan entered into were complied with for one year after the date of the modification. You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. is the designee with authority to make agreements under MCL 600.3205b and MCL 600.3205c, and can be contacted at: 811 South Blvd., Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123. You may also contact a housing counselor. For more information, contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) by visiting www.michigan.gov/mshda or calling (866) 946-7432. If you request a meeting with Potestivo & Associates, P.C. within 14 days after the notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not commence until at least 90 days after the date said notice was mailed. If an agreement to modify the mortgage loan is reached and you abide by the terms of the agreement, the mortgage will not be foreclosed. You have the right to contact an attorney and can obtain contact information through the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738. Dated: December 9, 2010. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 information may be faxed to (248)267-3004, Attention: Loss Mitigation 77552283 Our File No: 10-33606 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy Dirks, a married man, Kristy J. Dirks, a married woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2005, and recorded on November 3, 2005 in instrument 1155691, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Twelve and 75/100 Dollars ($129,412.75), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that parcel of Land in Township of Barry, Barry County, State of Michigan, as more fully described in Deed Instrument #1105581, ID#08-03-023-00406, being known and designated as; beginning at the 1/4 corner common to Section 22 and 23, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, thence North 00 degrees, 10 minutes 32 seconds West, 1319.33 feet along the Section line common to Sections 22 and 23; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 14 seconds East, 274.67 feet along the North line of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 23; thence South 43 degrees 43 minutes 30 seconds East, 456.56 feet; thence South 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds West, 696.33 feet to the true point of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds West, 220.00 feet; thence South 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds West, 200.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East 220.00 feet; thence North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 200.00 feet to the point of beginning. Together with a private easement for ingress, egress and public utilities purposes, 99 feet in width described as: Beginning at a point on the East-West 1/4 line of Section 23, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, distant South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East, 255.97 feet from the West 1/4 corner of said Section 23; thence North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 255.97 feet from the West 1/4 corner of said Section 23; thence North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 99.59 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East, 454.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 07 minutes 31 seconds West 99.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds West 464.81 feet along said East-West 1/4 line to the Point of Beginning. Also: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 23, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East, 475.97 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 23; thence North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 299.59 feet for the place of beginning; thence continuing North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 100.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds West, 120.00 feet; thence South 06 degrees 21 minutes 18 seconds West, 100.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East, 120.00 feet to the place of beginning. By fee simple deed from Timothy Dirks and Kristy Dirks, husband and wife as set forth in Inst #1105581 dated 5/28/2003 and recorded 06/02/2003, Barry County Records. State of Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551990 File #200910F02 �Page 12 — Thursday, December 9, 2010 — The Hastings Banner COURT NEWS Rodger L. Hillard, 38, of Hastings was sentenced Dec. 2 for three counts of attempted criminal sexual conduct, third degree, with a person 13 to 15 years of age. Hillard will serve 12 to 60 months and pay $764 in costs. His sentence is to be consecutive with any parole violation sentencing. Two charges of criminal sexual conduct, third degree, with a person 13 to 15 years of age, second or subsequent offense, were dropped. Walter A. Kidder, 52, of Barryton, was sentenced for failure to register sexual offender status. Dec. 2, Kidder was ordered to serve six months with credit for 52 days served. He also will serve six months probation and was ordered to pay $628 in court costs. Balance of his jail time will be suspended upon payment of $628. A second offense notice was dismissed. A sentence of 90 days in jail with credit for 71 days served was ordered Dec. 2 for Justin M. Frank, 19, of Middleville. Frank was found guilty of accosting a child for immoral purposes. He must pay $628 in court costs and serve not more than one year of probation. A charge of criminal sexual conduct, third degree, with a person 13 to 15 years of age was dropped. A Middleville man, Ryan M. Walker, 35, was sentenced in circuit court Dec. 1. He was convicted of operating while his license was suspended, revoked or denied, second offense, and operating under the influence of liquor, second offense. Walker was sentenced to 30 days and 60 days, respectively, with credit for two days served. He must pay $2,016 in costs and restitution and serve 24 months of probation. The last 55 days of jail time may be suspended upon payment of $1,916. His vehicle will be immobilized for six months after his jail release. Charges of operating while intoxicated, third offense; motor vehicle operation without security, and open alcohol container in vehicle were dismissed. Tylene R. Smith, 32, of Charlotte was sentenced Dec. 1 for controlled substance possession of methamphetamine. She was ordered to serve six months in jail with credit for 54 days served. Smith will pay $828 in costs and restitution and serve 36 months of probation. Her driver’s license is suspended for six months and restricted after 30 days for treatment, probation or employment. Patrick S. Collins, 48, of Middleville, was convicted Dec. 2 of operating impaired or under influence of liquor, third offense. He will serve three months in jail with credit for two days served, serve 36 months of probation and pay $1,328 in costs and restitution. A charge of operating while intoxicated with occupant less than 16 years of age, second or subsequent offense, was dismissed. LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the matter of: Lloyd Samuel Goyings, deceased. Date of Birth: December 23, 1933. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, grantor of the Lloyd S. Goyings Trust under agreement dated May 1, 2000, who lived at 9491 West Milo Road, Plainwell, MI 49080 died October 31, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the decedent and the decedent’s Trust will be forever barred unless presented to: Clara Goyings, Trustee, 9491 West Milo Road, Plainwell, MI 49080 within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. THIS NOTICE IS BEING PUBLISHED ON: Thursday, December 9, 2010. LENNON, MILLER, O’CONNOR & BARTOSIEWICZ, PLC Robert M. Taylor P29396 900 Comerica Building Kalamazoo, MI 49007 77552356 (269) 381-8844 IRS PUBLIC AUCTION SALE Date: December 28th 2010 Time: 11:00 AM EST Location: Barry County building, 220 W. State St., Hastings, MI 49058. Main Entrance. Description of Property being Sold: REAL PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2074 PARKER DRIVE, WAYLAND, MI 49348. Further described as: LOT 41 OF PARKERS LAKEWOOD PLAT, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, BEING PART OF THE THE NORTHEAST FRACTION OF SECTION THIRTY, TOWN THREE NORTH, RANGE TEN WEST, YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP. PARCEL #08-16-155-033-00. Under the authority in IRC Sec. 6331 the property described above has been seized for nonpayment of IRS taxes due from: DAVID A GEORGE/TWO RIVERS RESTAURANT. The property will be sold at public auction as provided by IRC Sec. 6335 and related regulations. Only the right, title, and interest of DAVID A GEORGE in and to the property will be offered for sale. If requested, the IRS will furnish information about possible encumbrances, which may be useful in determining the value of the interest being offered for sale. All payments must be by cash, certified check, or treasurer’s check or by a U.S. postal, bank, express, or telegraph money order. Make checks or money orders payable to: United States Treasury. Payment terms: 20% due upon acceptance of highest bid with the balance due by 4:30 PM EST 1/11/2011. For information, visit our website at: www.irsauctions.gov or contact: Robert Biluk, Property Appraisal & Liquidation Specialist at: 917 N. Saginaw St., Flint, MI 48503. Phone: 810-34277552054 6114. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kenneth E. Easterday, as Trustee of the Kenneth E. Easterday Trust dated 5/11/2005, A Single Person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 12, 2009, and recorded on May 27, 2009 in instrument 20090527-0005583, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Eighty-Five and 28/100 Dollars ($105,085.28), including interest at 4.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1 of the Supervisor's Plat of Techland, according to the Recorded Plat thereof as Recorded in liber 3 of Plats, on Page 40 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551966 File #349801F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE The Mortgage described below is in default: Mortgage (the “Mortgage”) made by Frances L. Faverman, Survivor of herself and her deceased spouse, Gerald A. Faverman, an unmarried woman, as Mortgagor, to United Bank Mortgage Corporation, a Michigan banking corporation, with its address at 900 East Paris Avenue, SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, as Mortgagee, dated March 5, 2003 and recorded on March 12, 2003, Instrument No.: 1099339, Barry County Records, Barry County, Michigan. The balance owing on the Mortgage is $100,631.42 at the time of this Notice. The Mortgage contains a power of sale and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity has been instituted to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage, or any part of the Mortgage. TAKE NOTICE that on December 16, 2010, at 1:00 p.m., local time, or any adjourned date thereafter, the Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, (which is the building where the Circuit Court for Barry County is held). The Mortgagee will apply the sale proceeds to the debt secured by the Mortgage as stated above, plus interest on the amount due at the rate of 5.00% per annum; all legal costs and expenses, including attorneys fees allowed by law; and also any amount paid by the Mortgagee to protect its interest in the property. The property to be sold at foreclosure is all of that real estate situated in the County of Barry, State of Michigan, described as: LOT 91 OF SUNRISE SHORES NO. 2, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF IN LIBER 5 OF PLATS, ON PAGE 98, YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY. Tax Identification Number: 08-16-220-091-00 The redemption period shall be one year from the date of sale pursuant to MCLA 600.3240(12), unless deemed abandoned and then thirty (30) days pursuant to MCLA 600.3240(11). November 2, 2010 UNITED BANK MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Mortgagee PLUNKETT COONEY KELLI L. BAKER (P49960) Attorney for Mortgagee 333 Bridge Street NW, Suite 530 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 (616) 752-4624 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Vicki S Harnish, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to First American Real Estate and Finance Corporation, Mortgagee, dated November 3, 2004, and recorded on December 2, 2004 in instrument 1138047, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fidelity Bank, a Federally Chartered Savings Bank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Six Hundred Eight and 62/100 Dollars ($102,608.62), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 17, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 458.00 feet along the North line of said Northeast 1/4 to the point of beginning; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 200.00 feet; thence South 01 degrees 08 minutes 36 minutes East 660.00 feet parallel with the West line of said Northeast 1/4; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 200.00 feet; thence North 01 degrees 08 minutes 36 seconds West 660.00 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to highway right of way for Bowens Mill road. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #339370F01 77552036 POLICE BEAT Nashville woman proves difficult to handle Barry County Sheriff deputies assisted Nashville Police Dec. 3 with a reported disorderly 22-year-old female from Nashville. When the deputy arrived on the scene, he noticed the female subject in the back seat of the Nashville patrol car. The deputy turned on his patrol car camera to record the activity. The female was banging her head against the patrol car’s cage. The Nashville officer started to transport the subject to the Barry County jail, but had to stop after traveling one block. The subject was out of her handcuffs and striking her head against the patrol car windows. While the deputy helped the Nashville officer put handcuffs back on, the subject started kicking. The officer tried to secure the subject’s feet by cuffing them as well, but was unsuccessful due to the thickness of her boots. Both officers had difficulty putting the subject into the patrol car. The Nashville officer attempted again to transport the female to jail, but needed to stop a second time. This time, officers took the subject’s boots off and cuffed her ankles. When arriving at the Barry County Jail, several officers were waiting. The subject became even more agitated and combative. She was stunned with a Taser and placed into a restraining chair where she screamed for approximately two hours. Officers released the female, but she once again was combative and began banging her head against the wall. According to the report, the subject was highly intoxicated, and deputies said they suspected another substance may have been involved. She was arrested on charges of disorderly conduct, along with resisting and obstructing. The case is closed. Flee does not lead to free Hastings Police were dispatched to a domestic violence complaint at a residence on West Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mike Hughes, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 23, 2005, and recorded on March 3, 2005 in instrument 1142216, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-One Thousand Five Hundred Twenty-Five and 93/100 Dollars ($161,525.93), including interest at 12.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Being in the East 429 feet of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 7 West and described as follows: Commencing at a Point on the South Section line 329 feet West of the Southeast corner of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 3; thence West along the South line of said Section 3 100 feet; thence North parallel with the East line of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 750 feet; thence East parallel with the South line of said Section 100 feet; thence South to the Place of Beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #328143F01 77552042 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lewis Guernsey, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 17, 2004, and recorded on September 24, 2004 in instrument 1134431, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Eight Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Six and 63/100 Dollars ($68,256.63), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 29, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, distant North 88 degrees 59 minutes 50 seconds East 220.00 feet from the North 1/4 corner thereof; thence North 88 degrees 59 minutes 50 seconds East 452.30 feet along said North Section line; thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 20 seconds West 726.33 feet to the North line of abandoned Penn Central Railroad right of way; thence South 88 degrees 20 minutes 34 seconds West 672.51 feet along said North right of way line, to the NorthSouth quarter line of Section 29; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 20 seconds East 503.01 feet along said quarter line; thence North 88 degrees 59 minutes 50 seconds East 220.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 20 seconds East 231.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #349953F01 77552243 Green Street the morning of Dec. 1. Officers were informed that the suspect, who was identified as a 49-year-old female from Hastings, had fled the scene on foot. A responding officer located and confronted the suspect in a parking lot on East Green Street. When the female was advised she was under arrest for assaulting a family member, she became angry and tried to flee. A brief struggle ensued, and she was taken into custody without further incident. The suspect is facing charges of domestic assault and resisting arrest. Drinks must have been very big Hastings Police stopped a motorist who was driving erratically early Dec. 6 on West Blair Street. The officer said it was immediately apparent that the female driver, 18, of Hastings, had been consuming intoxicants, and told the officer she had had two drinks. Further investigation revealed a .19 percent blood alcohol level. The suspect was placed under arrest and lodged at the Barry County Jail. She is facing charges of operating a vehicle with an alcohol level over .17 percent. Control lost when family shows up Hastings Police responded to an assault complaint on East Blair Street Dec. 5. The complaint was called in by a relative who said the suspect was out-of-control. Officers arrived at the residence where the suspect was being restrained by one of the victims. According to witnesses, the 34-year-old male suspect from Hastings assaulted two people at the residence after showing up intoxicated and starting an argument. One of the victims, a 28-year-old relative was transported to Pennock Hospital by Mercy Ambulance for treatment of minor injuries. The suspect was placed under arrest on charges of assault and domestic assault. Ex-boyfriend looks for a date A 23-year-old Delton female contacted deputies Dec. 3, to report that her ex-boyfriend, 21, of Dowling, was using her bank card information to utilize an online dating service. When looking through her statement, the complainant noticed charges to friendfinder.com. The woman canceled her bank card and was asked by the deputy to supply a detailed statement. With the statement, the deputy explained, he could request an investigative subpoena for the website. The case remains open until contact is made with the suspect. Fast food leads to fast driving A sheriff’s deputy watched a white 1988 Buick fail to stop at the intersection of Cloverdale and Kingsbury Roads Dec. 3. When the deputy turned on his headlights and started to follow the vehicle, the driver accelerated to a high speed. The deputy turned on the emergency lights. The driver used a right turn signal at Orchard Road but failed to stop at the intersection and turned left. The driver, a 20-year-old female from Angola, Ind., lost control of her car, went off the road to the right, got back on the road and stopped in a driveway. The Buick had a flat tire. When the deputy asked the woman, why she did not stop, the driver explained a McDonald’s bag was stuck under the accelerator. The deputy did not find the bag. Upon further investigation, the deputy learned that her driver’s license was suspended in both Michigan and Indiana and she had a failure-to-appear warrant from Michigan State Police in Battle Creek. She was arrested for driving with a suspended license and fleeing and eluding an officer. The case was forwarded to the prosecutor’s office. Man damages two vehicles in driveway Barry County deputies assisted Nashville Police on Dec. 4 on a reported domestic dispute on Reed Street. While approaching the residence on foot, a deputy heard a vehicle engine revving and gravel flying. He watched a Ford pickup exit the driveway at high speed and strike the mini-van behind it. The 33-year-old male from Nashville, was ordered to get out of the truck. The deputy noticed a strong odor of intoxicants. Upon further investigation, the deputy found a privacy fence destroyed and that a small car, which was in front of the truck, was also damaged and pushed into the residence’s garage. Many tire “trenches” marked the gravel driveway. The subject’s Breathalyzer measured .16 percent. The case was turned over to Nashville Police. Delton telephone has ghost dialer Barry County Central Dispatch reported numerous 911 calls from a Delton residence Dec. 3. When a deputy arrived, the elderly homeowner explained that the phone was continually calling 911 without him even being near the phone. The man told deputies he could not stop the phone from calling. He had put a call in for telephone repair. Deputies noticed the phone was old and advised the homeowner to buy a new phone and until then, to disconnect the phone and only plug it in when he needed to make a call. The homeowner agreed and there were no further calls to 911 from the residence. Alto man caught after leaving accident Deputies received a report of a vehicle accident with one driver leaving the scene at Sager and Cook Roads Dec. 2. Upon investigation, deputies found the driver at a residence on Wilkins Road. The suspect admitted to driving at the accident and was found to be driving with a suspended license. The 36 -year-old Alto man also had a warrant for child neglect out of Barry County. He was arrested and housed at the Barry County Jail. Internet shell game covers three states A Woodland woman went to the sheriff’s office Nov. 29 to complain of fraudulent charges made with her Visa card. On her credit card statement, she noticed a $63 charge to Overstock.com, which neither she nor her husband had made. She said she had contacted Overstock.com and discovered that a woman named “Susan” had purchased an Xbox “Call of Duty” video game and donated money to the Wounded Warriors Project. The fraudulent charger had used the complainant’s correct home address and phone number for identification. The game was shipped to Allen Park, but the charger’s Internet provider address was in North Carolina. A deputy made contact with “Susan” and she admitted to making a $58 purchase for the game on eBay from a person with the identity “kenny56woods” in Buffalo, Texas. “Susan” explained that she did not donate money to the Wounded Warriors Project. The eBay paperwork “Susan” received confirmed the game came from Overstock.com. The case is closed due to the inability to locate “kenny56woods.” The credit card company compensated the Woodland couple for the fraudulent $63 charge. Visit to sheriff’s department is reciprocated A 43-year-old Dowling man went to the sheriff’s department to report a larceny Nov. 29. When deputies investigated the charge, they discovered the complainant had two bench warrants for his arrest. A deputy contacted the man Nov. 30. He said he was unaware of the warrants and turned himself in to the authorities. The warrants were for contempt or failure to appear for discovery hearing and failure to appear at a civil case. ��Page 14 — Thursday, December 9, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Saxons’ first games decided in part by slow starts by Brett Bremer Sports Editor It was almost seven minutes before the Saxons got their first point Tuesday, and that would turn out to be their only point in the opening quarter. Lakewood’s varsity girls’ basketball team raced out to a 9-1 lead through eight minutes, and went on to a 43-30 victory over the host Saxons in Hastings. The Saxons kept fighting, pulling to within 22-20 early in the third quarter, but the Vikings went on a 7-0 run to take control back. “Our first quarter just completely put us in a hole we couldn’t recover from,” said Hastings head coach Steve Laubaugh, who’s team is now 1-1 on the season. “We didn’t score until about a minute left. In the quarter, we got six shots compared to their 17 shots. They outrebounded us most of the nigh and that hurts.” Lakewood sealed the victory in the fourth quarter by knocking down six of ten free throw attempts. Lexie Spetoskey led Lakewood with 11 points, and Breann Curtis added 11 as well. Anna Lynch chipped in eight points. Hastings got nine points from Kayla Vogel, eight from Veronica Hayden, and five from Gabrielle Shipley. “We know we can hold teams defensively. Our defense was pretty solid for the evening,” said Laubaugh, “but we have to take much better care of the basketball in our half-court offense if we are going to compete. You won’t win many games scoring 30 points.” The Saxons would have won with 30 in their opener. Hastings scored a 37-29 at Comstock Park Friday. It was the Panthers who got off to a slow start on that night. Comstock Park took a 3-0 lead on its first shot of the game, but then the Panthers managed to knock down just four free throws the rest of the first half. “We wanted to start the season with some confidence and playing well,” Laubaugh said. “Defensively, we were pretty strong. We didn’t react very well to their outside shooters, but we completely neutralized their six-foot center, who led them in scoring earlier in the week. She never scored, and barely even touched the ball.” The Saxons had eight steals and forced a number of turnovers in the ball game. Vogel led the way with three steals. “Kayla Vogel played a nicely balanced game,” said Laubaugh. “She was the primary defender on their post, and made good offensive decisions. She didn’t force shots and the game flowed through her.” “We know we can hold teams defensively. Our defense was pretty solid for the evening, but we have to take much better care of the basketball in our half-court offense if we are going to compete. You won’t win many games scoring 30 points.” Steve Laubaugh Hastings head coach Vogel finished with 18 points and ten rebounds. Shipley and Hayden had six points each. Dani Meredith had six rebounds, and Hayden five. The Saxons also got four assists from Taylor Carpenter, and three each from Vogel and Hayden. The Saxons had assists on 75 percent of their baskets, and coach Laubaugh was especially pleased with the Saxons’ up-tempo attack which led to a number of fast-break points without leading to many turnovers. 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The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. foundation of the local court. The State Bar of Michigan recently recommended to the Supreme Court and Legislature that the Barry County system of governance serve as a model for the rest of the state, as local courts struggle to maintain adequate services with reduced resources. “They were looking for courts in Michigan to go through an experimental project of consolidation,” explained Holman, “And there was some grant money behind that. Ultimately, the first six areas selected included Barry County. The project being to see if consolidation of courts could make it more efficient for the people. We came up with a proposal, a plan.” “To the best of my knowledge,” Holman added, “The feedback I have gotten, Barry County was one of the most successful consolidation projects. We have a judicial council, which runs by consensus, and we have never failed to reach consensus on anything which was proposed. We all get along reasonably well. We have differences of opinion and personality, but we work very well together. It does speed up the time in which a case can be heard. Any of the judges can hear the case, since we work well together. At one time, we called it the ‘Rocket Docket’ because if someone wanted to be heard, they could get a decision within a short period of time. It speeds the process up and saves the people of Barry County money.” “Occasionally,” said Holman, “I will have a backlog of six or seven jury trials. And I may be able to hear one or two a week. Well, any trial should be able to be heard just as quickly as another. In that situation, Judge [James] Fisher or Judge [William] Doherty would indicate they could help out. So, we would schedule them all for the same week. Knowing that each of us would take two, and we could speed things up. It saves money and trial time. There were a lot of efficiencies with pre-trials and sentencing, for example. The process doesn’t get bogged down if one of us is away. We have somebody available to keep the process moving.” Doherty added, “Because of the unified trial court system [Holman] helped create in Barry County, we will be able to cover the cases when he retires. “I have always tried to emulate him, his demeanor,” continued Doherty. “Judge Holman has been a tremendous judge for the county. Even when I was a practicing attorney, I knew he would give a fair and impartial ruling. Much to his efforts, the court system in Barry County is well regarded on the local and state level, including the Michigan Supreme Court,” continued Doherty. Fisher said plans are already in place to cover the caseload after Holman retires. There will be no case delays with Holman’s retirement. According to Fisher, he and Doherty will hear more cases, and a retired Kalamazoo District Court judge also will hear cases a couple days a week. “I am really going to miss him,” said Fisher. “He gave me a chance to prove myself as a young attorney and then to succeed him as Barry County prosecutor. After my years in private practice, we again had the chance to work together, this time as judges. I will always be grateful to him for giving me my first legal job as a member of his prosecutor’s staff in 1977.” Judge Holman said he has heard interesting cases, serious cases and notorious cases. But, he was adamant to point out, there have been a lot of cases important to people that hem honestly, does not remember. Holman said they are important — important to every person who has a case, because it is his or her case. “Judge Holman has served the county well. He has always been fair, yet firm. He knows the law and has a great empathy for people,” said retired Judge Richard Shaw. “He is a very hard worker. I think his tenure will be recognized as one of the best, and he will be remembered as one of the finest judges in Barry County history.” Holman said there have been many memorable cases brought before his bench. “Judge Holman has been recognized as a fair, honest, hardworking judge, with a keen intellect. He has cooperated with his colleagues and shared the workload of all the local courts, while maintaining a sense of humility. He will be hard to replace.” Judge James Fisher “There a quite a few. It’s tough to pick just case. It wasn’t long after I started here that we had the case about the drive-in theater on M-37 which started showing pornography. It was regarded as obnoxious. People could see the movies from the highway, and they put up bright lights which distracted drivers. I had that case. It was an unusual case. The defendant had lawyers coming up from South Carolina. I don’t know how many porn cases are tried anywhere for any purpose,” said Holman. “There have been other cases. Murder cases. The Ricky Goddard case which didn’t have enough evidence in my mind to bind over. They went eight to 10 months and came back with additional evidence. It eventually went to trial, in Eaton County, because of the publicity here in Barry County. Ultimately [the defendant] was acquitted. It was a lengthy trial.” “Another one was the Keith Prong trial. Two ladies were killed south of town on M37. They were elderly, living together, and had given Prong some money. He ultimately, and I am summing it up, put garbage bags over their heads and killed them. Then he buried the bodies. He was a contractor, and buried them in the concrete foundation of a house he was building.” “Another was the district judge in Grand Rapids, Carol Irons, who was killed by her husband, a police officer. I was assigned to handle that case. All the judges up there were disqualified because she was a fellow judge. That was an interesting case.” According to Holman, he has had some excellent guidance throughout his career in Barry County. “I have worked with, and was mentored by, some swell people,” said Holman, smiling. “Dick Shuster is a little older than me, was well studied, and had strong views about how things ought to be. We didn’t always agree, but we always got along well, and I always respected his opinion. I understood his reasoning and how he got there.” “I worked with Dick Shaw, from when he first came on the bench. He is an excellent human being in the sense of integrity and honesty. I could discuss issues with him, and he has the gift of human insight into feeling and emotion, and he could put it together with the law, and give you a better human grasp on the issue — more than most of us. Like me, who is more cut and dry. Here are the facts.” “Jim [Fisher] I have known since he came on as assistant prosecutor. He’s a good guy, intelligent, makes excellent decisions. I certainly respect him. I get along with him, and we golf in the summer. We still have a great ongoing relationship. I have the utmost respect for him.” “Bill Doherty practiced here in town before he got on the bench. He and I have a lot in common, in the sense of we have similar personalities. We were required, as part of the consolidation project, to take personality tests, to see how people fit and work together. Well, we came out with about the same type of personality. So, when he came on the bench and we had discussions, we had little disagreement. I am really happy and proud to be associated with him.” When Holman’s retirement becomes effective, a state committee will screen applicants and recommend a candidate to the new governor, Rick Snyder, who will then appoint the next 56th District Court judge. “Judge Holman has been recognized as a fair, honest, hard-working judge, with a keen intellect,” said Fisher. “He has cooperated with his colleagues and shared the workload of all the local courts, while maintaining a sense of humility. He will be hard to replace.” Current Barry County Prosecutor Tom Evans said of Holman, “I have prosecuted, special prosecuted and defended in 14 counties, and I have never met a more legally sound judge or a more decent person. I will surely miss practicing in front of him.” Attorney Carol Jones Dwyer said, “Barry County has been blessed with a judge who has more patience with litigants than just about any other judge I have appeared before in the last 20 years.” As the longest-serving judge in Barry County history, and with a highly respected county court system in place, Holman offers this humble advice to his successor. “The important thing is to remember limitations. We are all human. Any judge, including myself, is human. We are not going to get everything just right because of that human element. So, don’t get confused that just because you became a judge, you became superhuman. The other thing is, if you don’t know the law, which is quite frequently, look it up, find out. Because that’s the standard you have to adhere to, and the next thing is listen to the facts. Listen. Make sure you don’t tune out the facts. And, once you get those facts and know the law, put them together. That’s as good as you can do. “My thought process is, really, a judge should be reflective of the community. In other words, if we got 40,000 people in here, and said ‘Here is what the law is, and they understand the law, now here are the facts. What would you do?’ The judge should reflect that, and they shouldn’t be pushing and powering people around; they should be doing the people’s job. That’s the way I see it, and I try to act accordingly. Not that I am always successful. I’m human. It’s important that the people feel they got a fair shake, whether they’re criminal or civil litigants. They had a fair turn at the system, and it should be fair, and you can’t manufacture fairness. You have to live it.” GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 9, 2010 — Page 15 Looking For a PRINTER? 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Lakewood’s varsity wrestling team opened the season with a pair of victories at Wednesday’s Caledonia Quad, topping Grand Rapids Catholic Central 66-6 and Jenison 5215. “We haven’t wrestled that good at a first match of the year in a long time,” said Lakewood head coach Bob Veitch. “We don’t have everybody in the line-up. We’re not where we need to be in the weights yet.” Having a line-up settled on the first night of the season would be a rare thing for any team. It’ll also likely be rare for Jenison to be beaten quite so badly. Viking heavyweight Garrett Hyatt knocked off a state medallist in his match with the Wildcats, while Lars Pyrzinski at 215 pounds beat a state qualifier from Jenison at 215 according to coach Veitch. The Vikings also got a big win from Dylan Shoup, a 9-1 major decision, in the 119pound match. “I was very impressed with the kids. I told them that,” Veitch said. “I thought Jenison was pretty tough, and we beat a couple of good kids there.” Shoup, Pyrzinski and Hyatt were three of nine Viking wrestlers to 2-0 on the day. Robert VanHouten matched that feat at 103 pounds, as did Joey Jackson at 112, Darren Eaton at 130, Jeff Baillargeon at 135, Tucker Seese at 140, and Adam Senters at 171. Jack Tromp and Dustin Dewey had one win each for a perfect Viking night at 189 pounds as well. The Vikings were scheduled to host a dual with Delton Kellogg Wednesday. They’ll return to action Saturday at the TemperanceBedford Invitational. Lakewood opens action in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division at Perry Wednesday. Lakewood’s Tucker Seese holds his opponent from Jenison on his back during their 140-pound match Wednesday night at Caledonia High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Rams give Lions their first defeat by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions problems caught up with them Tuesday. Maple Valley’s varsity girls’ basketball team suffered its first loss of the season, 5326 in Kalamazoo Valley Association action at Galesburg-Augusta. The host Rams ran out to a 13-7 first quarter lead, then pushed their edge to double digits by the half. Noelle Mejeur and Kari Thompson had 11 points each for the Rams, while Jenny Loveland and Blake Blackmun had six points each. Galesburg-Augusta had nine different players score in the win, the Rams’ first victory in three tries this season. Maple Valley, which is now 2-1, was led by Mikaela Bromley’s eight points. Timara Burd added six points, and Kaitlyn Petersen and McKaily Bodenmuller four each. Maple Valley is 1-1 in the KVA this season , having opened up the league season with a 39-31 win at home against Constantine Friday. The Lions raced out to an 11-4 lead in the Wednesday P.M. Eye & ENT 33-19; The River 30.5-21.5; Hair Care 29-23; Mills Landing 28.5-23.5; Four Pals 26-26. Good games and series - K. Moore 127352; J. Shurlow 154; Y. Cheeseman 159-452; A. Tasker 147-406; D. Huver 194-516; B. Hathaway 174; A. Nicholson 137; B. Smith 165; S. Beebe 181-513. Senior Citizens Butterfingers 35-17; Ward’s Friends 30-22; Early Risers 30-22; Just Having Fun 29-23; Usedtobe #1 27.5-24.5; King Pins 25-27; Kuempel 22-30; Three Gals and a Guy 21.530.5; M&M’s 21-31; Sun Risers 19-33. Good games and series women- Y. Cheeseman 203-505; B. Benedict 160-446; L. Yoder 129; C. Stuart 159; M. Wieland 169; E. Ulrich 169-469; P. Freeman 182-456; K. Moore 142. Good games and series men - J. Grassmyer 172; K. Shantz 176; R. Hart 166466; H. Gibson 156; G. Waggoner 193; P. Gasper 211-570; R. McDonald 207-582; G. Forbey 164-423; C. Purdum Sr. 205-545. The Lions’ Kaityln Petersen puts up a shot after getting by a pair of Falcon defenders Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley’s Mikaela Bromley drives around a Constantine defender during her team’s KVA victory over the visiting Falcons Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Hastings Wrestling Club Winter Wrestling Season for Young Wrestlers What: Folk style wrestling fundamentals taught, live wrestling, competition and fun! Who: 6th grade and younger. Must be students of Hastings Area Schools, Barry County Christian or St Rose. Home Schooled students living in the Hastings District may also attend. When: Info, Sign up and parent meeting will be Monday, Dec 13th at 6:00 on the north balcony of the HS gym. (A parent is required to attend first practice) Practices will be Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 to 7:20pm for 10 weeks New This Year: On Monday nights starting in January we will be competing in dual meets against other teams in neighboring communities! Come to the first practice for more info. Where: All practices this year will be at the Hastings High School on the north Balcony What to bring: Clean T-shirt, shorts or sweatpants (no zippers) wrestling shoes or high top gym shoes(no hard soles) a positive attitude and a desire to learn the sport of wrestling! Cost: $65.00, Includes club t-shirt, shorts, singlet, and team bag. Coaches Judd Sybesma, Mike Goggins, Dennis Redman & Darrell Slaughter BOWLING SCORES opening quarter, and held their edge around there for much of the evening. Lion head coach Landon Wilkes said that he is still learning about the young girls on his team, and they are still learning about him. “They’re seeing and trying to force things that aren’t there,” Wilkes said. “To be successful, we have to have a good inside-out game and we did not have that tonight at all.” The Lions are still working on their cohesiveness as a group. They turned the ball over more than 30 times against the Falcons. Even with all those turnovers, Petersen managed to lead the Lions with 17 points and 13 rebounds. Bromley finished with eight points, five rebounds and five steals. Burd chipped in seven points, Bodenmuller four, and Alivia Johncock three. Kari Hummell finished the night with six rebounds. Wilkes was happy with his team’s man-toman defense for much of the night, and its intensity at times. He said at practice Monday his young team will go back to basics, working on the triple-threat position, rebounding and being strong with the basketball. “I rant and holler and scream and all that, but I believe in them. I really do,” Wilkes said. The Lions travel to Delton Kellogg Friday. Elks hosting annual ‘Hoop Shoot’ at HHS Hastings Elks Lodge #1965 will again be hosting its 39th annual youth basketball “Hoop Shoot” on Saturday, Dec. 11. The event will take place in the Hastings High School’s main gym. The free throw shooting will begin at 1 p.m. This event is open to the public. All boys and girls ages 8 to 13 are eligible. Contestants must be 8-years-old by April 1, and must not turn 14 by that same date. Trophies will be awarded to all first, second and third place winners in each age group. The Elks will be serving free hot dogs and drinks to all contestants. Contact Mike McLean with any questions at (269) 948-9561. Mixerettes Kent Oil 34.5-17.5; Dean’s Dolls 30.5-21.5; Good Friends 30-22; Dewey’s Auto Body 3022; Nashville Chiropractic 29-23; James Process Service 27-24; NBT 25-27. Good games and series - N. Goggins 168; T. Redman 155; S. Merrill 180; C. Hurless 160; K. Fowler 184-515; N. Potter 164-453; G. Meaney 200-477; D. Snyder 197; E. Ulrich 183-505; P. Freeman 193-492; J. Rice 184; L. Elliston 211-582. Sunday Night Mixed Man Down; Sunday Snoozers; You’re up n Sh*t; SS Kickers and Nametakers; Sandbaggers; The Eastsiders; Lane Masters; Rollin Olins; What’s Up. Women’s good games and series - M. Daniels 208-570; B. James 181-529; F. Ames 162-449; D. Gray 176; J. Garrett 155. Men’s good games and series - E. Bartlett 235-619; Tyl. Heath 231-600; J. Lesick 190547; S. Olin 189-533; J. Shoebridge 183-524; B. Heath 159-448; M. Strong 185-414; B. Allen 216; B. Shafer 204; Tny. Heath 202; M. Bassett 181; D. Garrett 159; E. Rice 156. Friday Night Mixed Strike Kings 35; Heads Out 32; B.C. Hillbillies 29; Ten Pins 28; 9-n-a-Wiggle 26; Dum Schitz 26; Matt’s Bunch 25 1/2; Spencer’s Towing & Tire 24 1/2; Shut Up N Bowl 21 1/2; All But One 20 1/2; Spare Time 19. Women’s good games and series - R. Murrah 195-516; P. Ramey 175-509; T. Phenix 181-508; A. Churchill 160-451; B. Breitner 195-516; L. Lambert 120-348; S. Madden 130-319; D. Talcott 115-294; A. Keillor 157; J. Newton 147. Men’s good games and series - J. Smith 247-625; M. Hall 223-602; M. Eaton 214601; J. Barnum 197-551; J. Wanland 224; M. Kuhlman 223; T. Heath 214; D. Carpenter 213; B. Taylor 213; H. Pennington 202; B. Madden 202; R. Matthis 201; T. Ramey 173. Tuesday Trios Look Insurance 42-14; Coleman Agency 37-19; Lakewood Trio 34.5-21.5; CB’s 34-22; Framed In 28-28; Lu’s Team 27-29; Classic Trio 26-30; Twisted Sisters 18-38; Delton Pole 18-38; Trouble 15.5-40.5. High games and series - N. Myers 138367; L. Potter 213-568; H. Reschner 174; B. Innes 135; R. Brummel 166; A. Keillor 188; B. Stacy 158; D. Hunt 201; N. Schafer 187517; S. Smith 174-453; M. Heath 207-522; G. Breitner 138; S. Vandenburg 188-529; T. Daniels 177-505; S. McKee 204-559; A. Trumble 96; L. Trimble 149-407. Tuesday Night Mixed Boyce Milk Hauler 40-16; Barry County Red Cross 40-16; Hastings City Bank 35-21; J-Bar Antique Tractors 24-33; Hurless Machine Shop 20-36; Just Broke 9-47. Men’s high games - B. Bryan 215; M. Yost 214; D. Benner 194; P. Scobey 188; D. Blakely 176; S. Hause 176; G. Hause 176; C. Featherly 175. Men’s high series - B. Bryan 547; M. Yost 462; D. benner 499; P. Scobey 515; D. Blakely 489; S. Hause 488; G. Hause 485; C. Featherly 491. Women’s high games - D. Service 189; D. Wilkins 180; S. Beebe 170; D. Ware 159; B. Ramey 150; S. Henion 146. Women’s high series - D. Service 458; B. Wilkins 480; S. Beebe 434; D. Ware 4313; B. Ramey 374; S. Henion 386. Lakewood girls come out on top after two overtimes by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Vikings started the season out with a big test. And the Vikings, the Lakewood Vikings that is, passed. Lakewood’s varsity girls’ volleyball team scored a 53-50 double overtime victory over Haslett, one of the better Class B squads in the Lansing area, Friday night. “It’s a great first win for us, as far as wanting to learn from last year,” said Lakewood head coach Tal Thompson. “(Last year) we got in these situations and we weren’t able to pull out a win.” The Lakewood girls jumped out to a 13-3 lead in the opening quarter, and pushed that advantage to 17-3 in the second before Haslett slipped into a zone defense that slowed them down a bit. Haslett would pull ahead midway through the third quarter and lead for much of the second half. Lakewood’s defense stepped up late in the fourth quarter, as they extended their pressure against the host Vikings. The Lakewood girls forced a couple of turnovers and a couple of missed shots. At the other end of the floor, Lexie Spetoskey was just heating up for Lakewood. She finished with 12 points, knocking down three three-pointers in the fourth quarter and then a fourth in overtime. Anna Lynch led the Lakewood team on the night with 16 points, 15 rebounds and three steals. Emily Kutch chipped in 14 points. Breann Curtis had 13 rebounds. Lynch and Curtis’ combined total of 28 rebounds was more than the entire Haslett team had. Lakewood made up for a night where it turned the ball over a few too many times by outrebounding Haslett 43 to 26, something coach Thompson said his team knew it had to do coming into the contest because of its size advantage. The two teams were tied at 40-40 heading at the end of regulation. Lakewood had to play much of the two extra periods without Lynch or fellow starter Madison King, who both fouled out. Girls like Spetoskey, Curtis, and Brooke Wieland stepped up. Wieland scored the final points of the game, stealing the ball away from Haslett with late in the second overtime and racing the other way for a lay-up which put her team up three with about ten seconds to play. The Lakewood defense then forced Haslett into a poor two-point shot as time was expiring. Lakewood is now 2-0 on the season after topping Hastings 43-30 Tuesday. The Vikings return to action at home Friday against Portland in the CAAC-White opener for both teams. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 9, 2010 — Page 17 New D earns Saxon boys’ basketball its first W scored a 48-28 victory at Lakewood High School in the season opener for both teams Tuesday. “We saw it in the scrimmages. Wyoming Park pressured us. Wayland pressured us. We pressure ourselves in practice and I saw it,” Lakewood head coach Mark Farrell said. “When we get timid and we get under that kind of pressure, we don’t revert to the funda- The Saxons’ Tate Miller (left) tries to reach around and get a rebound away from Lakewood’s Cody Lindemulder late in the first quarter Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Ndamukong Suh isn’t dirty, he’s just a man among boys You all know the guy I’m talking about. Or maybe you are the guy I’m talking about. He’s the guy with the mustache. Stands about 6 feet 2 inches tall, weighing in around 225 pounds. He’s got scouts from Texas and Georgia looking at him. Rides around to games on his Harley-Davidson... ...And he’s in Little League. As a pitcher, who’s in fourth grade whose favorite subjects are recess and art, you don’t even want to throw the ball. No matter how hard or slow you pitch it, whether it bounces up to the plate or is a foot over his head, he’s going to crush it over the giant oak tree in right center field. You never hear the splash of the ball coming down out in the swamp, just the shrieks of the birds scattering after its landed. That’s why kids are required to show off their birth certificate before they can play Tball. That’s why some youth football leagues have gone to weight limit divisions rather than age divisions. The thing is though, that kid with the mustache and the Harley really was in fourth grade too. In fourth grade, or second grade or sixth grade having those kind of weight and age restrictions is fine. Kids need to learn how to play the game. They need to not get hurt. This isn’t about how there are an excessive amount of rules governing youth sports. This is about that kid with the mustache and the Harley. Eventually he grows up and gets a job, and is just another guy in town. Sometimes though he grows up and is still smacking the ball over the oak tree. That’s Detroit Lions rookie defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh. Now he’s getting penalized and fined for basically being a guy that’s too big and fast for the NFL. In Sunday’s game against Chicago, Suh chased down Bears’ quarterback Jay Cutler who was trying to scramble for a first down. Suh caught him from behind and shoved two hands, or maybe a hand and a forearm, into the back of Cutler’s shoulder pads, knocking Cutler to the ground. Referee Ed Hochuli throws a flag for an “unnecessary non-football” action. Some kind of unnecessary roughness, for tackling a guy down by pushing him in the back. Suh has since been fined $15,000 for the hit. I can’t think of any reason for a flag, let alone a fine. Instead of third down, the Bears have 15 yards and an automatic first down and go on to win the football game. That play wasn’t the deciding factor in the game, but it was just another frustrating moment in a Detroit Lions’ season filled with frustrating moments. The NFL continued to make the situation frustrating by fining Suh for what replays showed was a violent, but clean hit rather than apologizing for the penalty. Suh of course did deserve the $7,500 fine he received during the preseason, when he grabbed Browns’ quarterback Jake Delhomme by the helmet, twisted his head around, then flung him to the ground like a rag doll. But he didn’t deserve this fine which was twice as big. Now Suh is getting a reputation as a dirty player when all he really is that fourth grader with the mustache and the Harley. Maybe someday all the other NFL players will grow up and be able to play the game at the same level as Suh. mentals of the game. We revert to flee and escape type things.” The Vikings couldn’t escape the Saxons. Farrell said he couldn’t ever remember a Hastings team pressuring so high and hard on the wings. Hastings forced Lakewood into 25 turnovers. “We felt we had to win it defensively, because we changed our style and we spent a lot of time on our defense and we knew we’d be a little behind offensively,” said Hastings head coach Don Schils. “Plus, Lakewood’s zone is so difficult to play against anyway.” Lakewood handled the pressure well enough early, and the Saxons missed a few easy opportunities inside. The Vikings ran out to an 8-2 lead in the first half of the opening quarter, but didn’t score again for nearly six minutes as the Saxons moved in front 16-8 in the first minute of the second quarter thanks to a few easy baskets off turnovers. Forward Sean McKeough led the Saxons offensively with 11 points, while Kevin Bosma, Tate Miller, and Danny Buehler had eight points each. Four points was as close as the Vikings would get the rest of the evening. The Saxons limited the Vikings to just two points in the third quarter, and only six in the fourth. “What I’m most proud of is we put that kind of pressure on and, until the end, we didn’t foul very much. That’s one of our major goals,” Schils said. Having McKeough and Bosma as two of the team’s top scorers was also a good sign for the Saxons, who don’t expect to be as strong around the basket as they’ve been in recent seasons. “Kevin (Bosma) does all the dirty work for our team. He does so many things that don’t show up on the stat sheet,” Schils said. “I actually got on him at half time about not blocking out, and he responded by getting some tough baskets in there. He came out strong and kept after it.” Schils was also pleased with the way his team penetrated against the Lakewood zone defense, an effort which was led by Buehler. Farrell’s eight-man team was tired by the end, but the time-out the Viking coach took with 16.7 seconds left in the fourth quarter and his team down 20 didn’t have anything to do with getting it a breather. “We didn’t play great defense, but we held that team to 48 points,” Farrell said. “I wanted to remind them that we have a team goal to hold a team to 50 points, or 50 and under, and ‘guys,’ I said, ‘you’ve got 16 seconds to do that.’” Nathan Bryans led Lakewood with 12 points and four rebounds, but he didn’t score in the second half. Cody Lindemulder chipped in seven points and four rebounds. Mackenzie led the Vikings on the boards with eight rebounds, and also had team highs in assists with five and steals with three. The Vikings open up conference action in the CAAC-White at home against Portland Friday, at 6 p.m. Hastings is off until starting O-K Gold Conference play at home against Forest Hills Eastern Tuesday. Hastings forward Sean McKeough floats in for an easy two points during the third quarter of Tuesday’s Saxon victory at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hastings Wrestling Club will host first meeting Monday DK girls win first two in KVA The Hastings Wrestling Club’s winter wrestling season, for those in sixth grade and younger, will have an informational parent meeting and sign-up evening Monday, Dec. 13, at 6 p.m. on the north balcony of the Hastings High School gymnasium. Practices will be Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 6 p.m. to 7:20 p.m. for ten weeks. A parent is required to attend the first practice. All practices this year will be at the Hastings High School on the north balcony. On Monday nights starting in January the club will be competing in dual meets against other teams in neighboring communities. The club will team folkstyle wrestling fundamentals, and offer kids live wrestling, competition and fun. The Panthers are still undefeated. Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ basketball team improved to 3-0 overall this season, and 2-0 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association, with a 36-28 win at Parchment Tuesday. “It was not a pretty game to watch, there were tons of fouls,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Mike Mohn. “We had four starters on the bench in the first half with two fouls apiece. The second unit came in and did a great job for us.” That second group was led by Sarah Rendon, Taylor Blacken, Rachel Parker and Amber Saurers “They really came in and did a nice job kind of keeping it together,” Mohn added. At half-time, Delton’s girls led 15-10. “I bet both teams shot, combined, 20-percent from the floor if that,” Mohn said. Adrianna Culbert led Delton on the night, with ten points and eight rebounds. Mallory Sewell chipped in seven points and 15 rebounds. Andrea Polley was able to knock down a few big free throws in the fourth quarter, and finished the night with four rebounds too. Brooke Martin added a team-high four assists for Delton. “We won it,” Mohn said. “We won it ugly, but we’ll take the win over a scrappy bunch.” The Delton girls took a win Friday night too, 48-34 at Kalamazoo Christian. Culbert had a huge night, scoring 28 points and pulling down 16 rebounds. Of those 16 rebounds, ten came on the offensive end of the floor. Polley finished with six points, six rebounds and three assists. Martin had 12 points, and teamed with guards Parker, Rendon and Blacken to slow down the Comets’ main offensive threat, Kayleigh VanKuelen. finished with 14 points. “She’s about as good a player as we’re going to see all year,” Mohn said. Delton dominated on the glass, pulling down 48 rebounds. Sewell had a good night on the boards as well, with ten. The Panthers will be back at home Friday night when they host Maple Valley on the first night of boys’ and girls’ combined action in the KVA this season. The boys’ tip-off at 6 p.m., with the girls’ game slated to begin around 7:30. Lions 0-2 and Trojans 2-0 at Thornapple Kellogg Quad by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Senior Zack Baird is closing in on the 100 victory mark in his high school wrestling career. He scored a pair of wins at the Thornapple Kellogg Quad Wednesday, upping his career record to 93-41. Baird was an individual state qualifier last year at 119 pounds in Division 4, the only returning state qualifier for the Lions this season. It was tough for the Lions as a team to be competitive at their season opening meet Wednesday, giving up forfeits at three flights. The Lions fell 51-21 to Wyoming Park and 76-6 to the host Trojans in Middleville. TK was 2-0 on the evening, also knocking off Martin. Against Wyoming Park, Baird won by pin as he stuck John Wosoby in 3 minutes 3 sec- onds. Cash Flower won by pin at 152 pounds against the Vikings, sticking Jardan Nostat in 2:55. The Lions also had Myers at 119 pounds top Wyoming Park’s Darien Breen 7-4 and Rodney win by forfeit at 160 pounds. The Lions were pinned in five of the other six matches which were contested. Baird had the lone win for the Lions against Thornapple Kellogg, pinning the Trojans’ Mason Mathis in 2:31. Van Thang (119 pounds), Paul Haney (130), Cole Gahan (145), Cody Ybema (160), Alex Roy (171), Austin Koehl (189) and Adrian Foster (285) scored pins for Thornapple Kellogg in the win over the Lions. Peter Westra scored a technical fall for the Trojans at 215 pounds, and Joseph Pawloski earned a 9-4 win over Flower at 152. SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9 WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15 6:00 pm Boys Varsity Swimming Byron Center HS 6:00 pm Girls MS Cheer Cheer Jam @ Middleville H A FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10 7:30 pm Boys Varsity Ice Hockey Okemos H.S. 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Hastings, debuting its new pressure defense, �Page 18 — Thursday, December 9, 2010 — The Hastings Banner First slot machines delivered to casino by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Gun Lake Tribal Gaming Commission, Gun Lake Casino executives, construction workers and casino friends attended a milestone in the history of the Gun Lake Casino Tuesday morning, Dec. 7, as the first shipment of slot machines were delivered. Construction of the casino continues to move forward at a rapid pace to prepare for its February 2011 opening. Tuesday, 165 of the 1,400 slot machines for the casino were delivered from International Game Technology. Executive Director Pat Leen welcomed everyone and praised the good management provided by Station Casinos, the technology that is going into the new casino and, most importantly, he said, the well-regulated oversight provided by the Gun Lake Tribal Council and the Gun Lake Tribal Gaming Commission. “The tribe has waited a very long time for the casino to come to fruition, and today marks one key step as we move toward the February 2011 opening,” said David Frankhouser, vice president and assistant general manager of the casino. Tomie Williamson, chair of the tribal gaming commission, had the honor of first snipping the wire that held the doors of the delivery truck closed and then cutting the ribbon and revealing the first slot machine to go into Executive Director of the Tribal Gaming Commission Pat Leen and Chairperson Tomie Williamson welcome the media during the arrival of the first shipment of slot and video poker machines for the Gun Lake Casino Dec. 7. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Onlookers at the delivery of the first slot machines include members of the Tribal Gaming Commission and the Gun Lake Tribe. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Slot technician Jeremiah Bossenberger helps deliver the first slot machine to the Gun Lake Casino Dec. 7. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Tribal Chairman D.K. Sprague was on hand to answer questions about the casino which is projected to open in February 2011. (Photo by Patricia Johns) the casino. She told the crowd how excited she was to be part of this “meaningful” event. Also attending were commissioners Amy Austin and Ken Travan. 77552069 “This is a great event,” said John Shagonaby, chief executive officer of the Gun Lake Tribal Gaming Authority. “The opening of the casino in February will bring a lot of excitement and growth to the area.” The casino also will feature 28 table games, a food court, and a 225-seat café, along with bars, lounges and live entertainment. Gun Lake Casino is owned by the MatchE-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians and is operated by the tribe’s management partner, MPM Enterprises LLC, owned by an affiliate of Station Casinos Inc. and private investors from Michigan. For more information, visit www.gunlakecasino.com. and you’ll find there’s more D iscoverto Hastings, explore this holiday season. Make your shopping and dining experience a very special one this season by discovering the vibrant charm of our unique shops & restaurants. Shop Downtown Hastings ... where the Holidays begin! The first slot machine of the 165 delivered to the Gun Lake Casino Tuesday arrives wrapped and decorated with a ribbon. (Photo by Patricia Johns) � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-12-16.pdf 93dcccef8873ff4a944689e3d0663b54 PDF Text Text Bald eagles spotted at Algonquin Lake Anonymous donor makes airport expansion possible DK wrestlers raise cash for cancer foundation See Story on Page 9 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 16 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 50 NEWS BRIEFS Open house set at downtown apartment funded by grant An open house is planned from 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 17, in the second floor apartment above Dick’s Barber Shop, 121 S. Jefferson St. The estimated $60,000 refurbishment of the unit was funded by a Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHSDA) grant. The apartment offers 1,260 square feet of living space with a master bedroom and bath and a second bedroom and bath, and an open plan kitchen, dining and living room area, all with hardwood maple floors. Overnight parking will be permitted in the lot nearest the building. The building is owned by Bryan and Kelly Tobias of Hastings. Santa will visit Freeport Saturday Santa Claus will be making the rounds in the Freeport area Saturday, Dec. 18. Any family who would like a visit after 6 p.m. that evening may register at any business in downtown Freeport or call the Freeport Fire Station at 616-765-5450. Former resident schedules book signing here Barbara (Wood) Love, who was born and raised in Hastings, will hold a book signing from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 23, at State Grounds, 108 E. State St. in downtown Hastings. Her book, Guardian Angels by My Side True Stories of Angelic Encounters and Divine Interventions, was released in November. Love graduated from Hastings High School in 1984 and currently resides in Eagle with her husband and two sons. She is a certified clinical master hypnotherapist and a Reiki practitioner. For more information, go to her website, www.guardianangelsbymyside.com. Holly Trolley to be in Middleville Dec. 21 The Holly Trolley will be in Middleville Tuesday, Dec. 21, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Middleville United Methodist Church, at the corner of Church and Main streets, is the starting point for the trolley. Tickets can be purchased for $1 each at the church, and include hot chocolate and treats. The church also will host a live nativity and entertainment. The drop-off site for trolley riders will be Tilton Chiropractic. Dance team to perform Friday The Hastings High School Dance Team is ready to kick off its fourth season Frida y night, Dec. 17, as the varsity basketball team takes on Caledonia. The girls in the student-run organization will be performing their Christmas da nce during half-time of the game. Other p erformances will be during half time of th e varsity boys home games Jan. 7, Feb. 18 and Feb. 25, 2011. BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, December 16, 2010 County commissioners, state rep. sworn into office by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Tuesday morning, Barry County Circuit Court Judge James Fisher swore in the county’s eight commissioners and the newly elected 87th District state representative. Those sworn included newly elected commissioner Dan Parker, District 2, which includes Thornapple and parts of Irving townships, and Ben Geiger, who now represents Castleton, Maple Grove and Woodland townships in District 5. Mike Callton, who has served as a county commissioner, was sworn in as the newly elected 87th District State Representative. Returning commissioners Don Nevins, Joe Lyons, Howard Gibson, Craig Stolsonburg, Jeff VanNortwick and Robert Houtman were sworn in, as well. All newly elected officials will assume their respective seats Jan. 1, 2011. Fisher addressed the elected officials as a group before swearing them in individually. He thanked them in advance for the sacrifices they will make and the service they will provide during their term and concluded by passing along the advice given to him almost 16 years ago when he was sworn in by District Court Judge Gary Holman. “You have two ears, two eyes and one mouth, try to use them in that proportion,” he said. In addition to the swearing in ceremony, the Barry County Board of Commissioners: • Presented a certificate of appreciation to the Barry County Humane Society for its Barry County Circuit Court James Fisher swears in current District 5 Barry County Commissioner Mike Callton as the state representative for the 87th District. service to the community. • Approve the request from Hastings/Barry County Airport Manager Mark Noteboom for a $45,195 appropriation for 2011. During a presentation when the board met as a committee-of-the-whole earlier this month, Noteboom said that an anonymous donor has come forward and is willing to work with the airport board on a five-year plan to help make the facility self-supporting and no longer on reliant on funding from the county and the City of Hastings. • Approved the merger of the abstract department with the register of deeds office, naming the register of deeds as the department head. • Approved a three-year agreement between county and the Village of Freeport for the appropriation of funds not to exceed $1,877 for the parks and recreation grant. • Approved a Barry County Sheriff Department marine safety grant application to the state’s department of natural resources and environment in the amount of $129,960 for the period of Jan. 1 through Dec. 31, 2011. • Approved a contract with ACS, as recommended by County Clerk Pam Jarvis, for the proposed digital imaging and microfilm creation for records in the clerk’s office, including board of supervisor, commission minutes and court records dating back to the 1870s. The documents are becoming fragile and hard to handle and read, said Jarvis. • Withdrew a resolution opposing the changes from the state office of land survey and remonumentation as requested by Barry County surveyor Brian Reynolds. • Amended the 2010-11 budget and authorized auditors to transfer 2010 surplus funds to various internal service funds as recommended by Barry County Administrator Michael Brown. • Approved a resolution to modify Michigan Employee Retirement System (MERS) benefits for Division 15, Central Dispatch supervisors to change the employee See COUNTY, page 3 Hastings to allow Sunday Grants from foundation, morning liquor sales YAC benefit community by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer By not taking action to prohibit the sale of beer, wine and liquor on Sunday mornings, the City of Hastings has opened the door for store and restaurant owners to apply for permits from the State of Michigan that will allow them to sell alcohol before noon on Sundays and holidays. The Michigan Liquor Control Commission gave municipalities across the state until Thursday, Dec. 16, to pass resolutions banning Sunday morning liquor sales. By not taking action to prohibit the sale of alcohol before noon, municipalities such as Hastings allow the revised state law lifting the ban to take precedence. Since the law was revised, there has been some confusion about the whether municipalities could pass resolutions to ban Sunday morning liquor sales or if they had to ban all sales of liquor from 7 a.m. Sunday to 2 a.m. Monday morning. However, the Michigan Municipal League recently issued an opinion that under the new law, municipalities could ban Sunday morning liquor sales but still allow them in the afternoon as many had done previously. Council member Brenda McNabb-Stange said she felt municipalities were being rushed into making decisions without being given enough time to properly review the new legislation and determine what it might mean for their communities. “Later on, we can’t take it back from people we’ve given it to,” said McNabb-Stange. “I think we need to think more on this ... If we want to consider this, I think we should not allow Sunday morning sales because we can always allow it later on after we’ve considered it ...” Council member Frank Campbell, addressing his colleagues said, “You’re whining because there’s not enough businesses in town. Why do you want to take it away from them for?” McNabb-Stange said she did not feel it was taking business way from local retailers because if people want alcohol with their Sunday dinner, they can buy it the night before. Council member Dave Jasperse said that if someone were to build a restaurant or party store outside the city limits and the city prohibited Sunday morning liquor sales, it could have an adverse effect on businesses and restaurants within the city. “Why is it our business when they buy their alcohol?” asked council member Jeri DePue. “It’s not for us to say. They are adults; they can buy their alcohol whenever they want ... I don’t drink but it’s just ‘Big Brother’ telling people what they can and cannot do.” Council member Dave Tossava said he had talked to several store owners who told him they were willing to pay the fee for a permit because they felt they would easily make up the cost in increased sales. City attorney Stephanie Fekkes said the current legislation was poorly written and added that once permits were granted by the state, it may be difficult, if not impossible, for communities to revoke the permit should they decide to once again ban Sunday morning alcohol sales. “It’s just fraught with problems ... and it puts you in a bad position because you are making decisions based on something that is poorly written to begin with,” she said. “Kind of like the medical marijuana laws,” quipped Tossava. “That is exactly right,” said Fekkes. In other business, the council: • Heard a request from the Hastings City/Barry County Airport Commission for $45,195 in funding based on a five-year budget prepared by airport manager Mark Noteboom. The amount requested in each of the next five years should be around $45,000, he said. Noteboom is working with an anonymous donor on a five-year plan to make the airport self-supporting and not reliant on tax dollars from the county and city. The council approved a motion to consider the commission’s request for funding and proposed budget for 2011 when it works on its 2010-11 budget in the spring. • Held a first reading on a proposed ordinance that would rezone parcels on the north side of West Green Street between South Broadway and South Jefferson Street from single family residential (R2) to apartmentoffice (AO). • Authorized Mayor Bob May and Clerk Tom Emery to sign a $10,000 rural arts grant agreement with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, which will be used to fund a portion of the cost of the Midwest Sculpture Initiative display in 2011. The Hastings Downtown Development Authority (DDA) has agreed to cover the $10,000 local match required for the grant, which will be used to pay for the remaining cost of leasing the sculptures and other associated expenses. • Approved a six-month extension of the contract with Professional Code Inspections See HASTINGS, page 3 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Barry Community Foundation and its Youth Advisory Council received more than $100,000 in grant requests this fall. Jennifer Richards said both groups looked over the grant requests very selectively. On Oct. 27 members of the foundation board reviewed the grants in the only grant cycle this year. Chair Kim Norris explained that the foundation has $48,175 available through the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011. The $28,905 will be used for Healthy Communities Grants listed below. In addition, 40 percent of BCF’s grant-making dollars, or $19,270, is used to fund the priority grant-making area of economic development in Barry County. This year’s grants include: • A matching grant of $5,000 to the American Red Cross to fund the transportation program in Barry County. This will be deposited into the endowment fund at the foundation so the Red Cross can build its endowment to support this program. • The Barry Intermediate School District received $662 to cover transportation costs through Barry County Transit for young people at the BISD’s adult learning center to be able to volunteer, learn and get work experience. • Camp Manitou-Lin in Yankee Springs, which is part of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids, received $7,000 to provide lowincome special-needs individuals in Barry County with scholarships to attend Camp Manitou-Lin’s special needs programs. • The YMCA of Barry County received $1,000 to create an after-school care program to meet the needs of the community. • Barry County United Way received $9,943 to help prevent homelessness for low-income families facing eviction, foreclosure or utility shut-off and keep the money in Barry County. • Maple Valley Community Center of Hope received $800 to help fund Santa’s workshop, giving families who do not otherwise fall in any category for help the opportunity to provide Christmas for their families. • The Hastings High School Tutoring Center received $900 to support tutors and promote the tutoring center as they serve the students of Hastings High School. • Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy Inc. received $2,500 to help restore the banks of a tributary in the Glass Creek Watershed to recreate its natural water course and undo years of human impact by improving the banks and planting native vegetation. • Pierce Cedar Creek Institute received $1,100 for its No Family Left Indoors program The program promotes and presents a summer series of free, weekly, educational activities, sponsored by local nonprofit organizations, that encourage families to explore a variety of outdoor spaces in Barry County. The total dollars requested this fall were $109,062 Grants approved and recommend- See GRANTS, page 3 Sentencing for animal cruelty charges is delayed Former Barry County Commissioner Mark Englerth appeared in District Court Tuesday, Dec. 14. Charged with misdemeanor animal cruelty, Englerth pleaded “no contest” to drowning a cat in September. A no contest plea is similar to a plea of guilty. A defendant who enters the no contest plea admits no guilt, but does not dispute the facts before the court. The no contest plea is treated as a guilty plea with no trial, and the defendant is sentenced based on the plea. Judge Gary Holman did not accept the plea, and has delayed sentencing until Dec. 13, 2011. Holman stipulated that Englerth is not to acquire any more animals for the oneyear period. After the delay, a judge will consider a sentence or a dismissal of charges. On Dec. 13 of next year, Englerth may be sentenced to any one, or a combination, of the following: not more than 93 days in jail; a fine not more than $1,000; community service not more than 200 hours. The Calhoun County Prosecutor’s office was assigned the case as a special prosecutor by Michigan’s Attorney General’s office. After court was out of session, Englerth commented, “It will be dismissed.” �Page 2 — Thursday, December 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Charlton Park celebrates 29th ‘Of Christmas Past’ Horses Jake and Duke pull a wagon driven by Wayne Rumsey at the 29th ‘Of Christmas Past’ at Historic Charlton Park Dec. 11. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Fred “Smitty” Smith (left) and Dan Harrow work in the blacksmith shop. (Photo by Patricia Johns) by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The weather definitely treated visitors to the 29th ‘Of Christmas Past’ at Charlton Park Saturday, Dec. 11 and Sunday, Dec. 12. Little snow was on the ground Saturday, so visitors could move much more easily from building to building. But Sunday, the horsedrawn carriage ride was much more popular. Director Dan Patton says, “Sunday’s weather did not cooperate this year.” Wayne and Joan Rumsey and their Hufflinger horses, Jake and Duke, enjoyed taking visitors around the historic park. At the Bristol Inn, the aroma of wassail filled the hallways, and chestnuts were roasted over an open fire in the tap room. St. Nicholas was ready to hear the wishes of visitors in his comfortable chair in the Hastings Mutual Building. When he went for a walk outdoors, visitors didn’t hesitate to stop and talk to the jolly old elf. The snack bar was open in the church basement. Rob Garrett tried to entice everyone to stop by and have some chili, hot dogs and more. Children really enjoyed making corn husk dolls at the museum, dipping candles on at Continued next page Jack Reffett prepares to roast chestnuts in this fireplace at the Bristol Inn. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Volunteers in costume at the Lee School are Barb Howard (left) and Kerri Steward. (Photo by Patricia Johns) John Ternan and Thomas Varnard sample some of the cookies at a reception sponsored by the Charlton Park Foundation in the Sixberry House. (Photo by Patricia Johns) The stairs at the Sixberry House are filled with visitors welcomed by Wes Robinson, chair of the Charlton Park Village and Museum Foundation (standing). On the stairs are Brandon Rumsey and Makaylah Wozniak (top) and Breyonna Rumsey and Shealin Smith (below). (Photo by Patricia Johns) Hanna Johnson (left), Ethan Johnson and volunteer Lois Bremer prepare to make a corn husk doll in the basement of the museum during ‘Of Christmas Past.’ (Photo by Patricia Johns) Visitors Saturday, Dec. 11, didn’t see a lot of snow. This sleigh fit in much better once heavy snow began to fall Sunday. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Santa enjoys meeting visitors at Charlton Park. Here, he pauses with Jason Lax II held by his dad, Jason Lax, from Howard City. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Denny Kruger (left) serves up popcorn to Hannah Blakely and Paige Hubert during their visit to the General Store during the ‘Of Christmas Past’ at Charlton Park. (Photo by Patricia Johns) �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 16, 2010 — Page 3 Economy is focus of legislative coffee Music in the church Saturday was provided by a few members of the Thornapple Wind Band and including (from left) Dan Braker on French horn; Laurie Braker, euphonium; Jake Blough, tuba; Mike Scobey, cornet; Kathy Scobey, cornet; Teresa Nach, flute; and Terri Scott Etter, clarinet. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Valerie Byrnes, director of the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce, and Steve Wiersum, owner of the Middle Villa Inn, welcome a small group of local business owners and government officials to the legislative coffee Dec. 13 at the Middle Villa Inn. (Photo by Patricia Johns) by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The snowy beginning to the day Monday, Dec. 13, meant no school for students in the area and a slight delay in the start of the December legislative coffee at the Middle Villa Inn in Middleville. State Rep.-elect Mike Callton had stopped by for the meeting but had to leave before it began to meet with patients in Nashville. He said he is looking forward to keeping in touch with local businesses at future legislative coffees. Middle Villa owner Steve Wiersum served up coffee and cookies, and Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce Director Valerie Byrnes headed a discussion on how current economic strictures are impacting local businesses. Several in the audience discussed the fact that some local businesses have not hired new employees but expanded overtime for current employees. Some discussed the fact that some “positive momentum” is seen at local businesses. However, businesses are not spending yet. Byrnes stressed that local business owners need to be creative. She invited people to call the chamber office at 269-945-2454 about attending the monthly networking meetings. The next legislative coffee will be Monday, Jan. 10, 2011, at the County Seat Restaurant in Hastings. For more information, call the chamber at 269-945-2454. COUNTY, continued from page 1 Rob Garrett is ready to serve up lunch at the snack bar in the church basement. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Carol Foley gets ready to dip a candle at the township hall. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Circuit Court Judge James Fisher swears in newly elected District 5 Barry County Commissioner Ben Geiger, who replaces Mike Callton who successfully ran for the 87th District Seat in the State House of Representatives. Helping prepare cinnamon apples at the Upjohn House are volunteers Chris Horn (left) and John Foley who demonstrate how to use an apple peeler. (Photo by Patricia Johns) From previous page the Hastings Township Hall and making ornaments at Lee School. Music filled the church Saturday with the Thornapple Wind Band and Thornapple Brass and the Thornapple Valley Dulcimer Society Sunday. The melodies were broadcast, so visitors could hear the sounds of Christmas throughout the park. Patton says, “between 300 and 400 people attended on Saturday. The snowy weather definitely kept the crowds lower on Sunday. The dulcimer music was great.” He added, “I really appreciate all the hard work of the volunteers who helped put on this event.” The first event at Charlton Park in 2011 will be the Tri-River Museum tour April 30 and May 1, along with a yard sale April 30. Volunteer Kerri Steward (left) helped Joni Velthouse create a cornucopia and a sachet during her visit to the Lee School during ‘Of Christmas Past’ at Charlton Park Dec. 11. (Photo by Patricia Johns) For more information about events at Charlton Park, call 269-945-3775 or go to www.charltonpark.org. Barry County Circuit Court Judge James Fisher swears in new District 2 County Commissioner Dan Parker, who is replacing Mike Bremer. Bremer did not seek reelection. contribution rate to .57 percent, effective Jan, 1. • Approved a health insurance benefit agreement between the county and Judge James Fisher and Judge William Doherty effective on the date discharged by all parties. Future judges will have the same health insurance as elected county officials. • Approved a resolution to support the application for Federally Qualified Health Center Status by the Barry-Eaton District Health Department. portion of expenses for the removal and disposal of trees infected with emerald ash borers. City Manager Jeff Mansfield estimated that 300 trees on city property need to be removed. • Approved a draft policy to regulate parking in municipal lots for tenants of downtown residential units and their visitors. • Set 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, as the time for a special workshop to discuss Mansfield’s annual performance review. The regular meeting of the Hastings City Council will convene at 7 p.m. following the workshop. HASTINGS, continued from page 1 (PCI) and authorized May and Emery to sign the agreement. The city’s current contract with PCI expires Dec. 31. City staff has been working with neighboring townships on shared-service agreements including building inspections and will be soliciting proposals for those services in the near future. If the city decides not to partner with the townships, the contract with PCI could be extended for an additional six months. • Authorized May and Emery to sign a loan agreement and commitment for a rental rehabilitation project at 148 E. State St. with Thomas, Andrea and Brady Walker through the city’s Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) funded rental rehabilitation program. • Approved a letter of commitment for an application for a Bio-Mass Energy Demonstration Grant that will pay a large Hastings Public Library announces weekly schedule Once the chestnuts are roasted over an open fire in the Bristol Inn, Jack Reffett peels them. (Photo by Patricia Johns) Thursday, Dec. 16 — Teens Pizza and Pages discusses Cry the Beloved Country by Alan Paton, 3:45 to 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 17 — preschool story time enjoys violins, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 20 — library board of directors meet, 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21 — no toddler story time; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; teens meet, 6 to 7 p.m.; open chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22 — 1st to 3rd Club enjoys Christmas,” 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library, 269-9454263, for more information about any of the above. ‘Blue Christmas Service’ Saturday at Hastings Presbyterian church First Presbyterian Church will host a special Christmas Candlelight Service of Consolation (also known as a Blue Christmas Service) at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 18. “The Christmas holidays can be a sad time for those who have experienced a loss during the past year or during the holidays,” said Pastor Jeff Garrison. “The death of a loved one, a serious illness, a divorce or breakup of a significant relationship or the loss of a job are all events that can put a damper on the holiday joy we expect during the festive season. “This special service is designed to address our deepest longings and needs. The Gospel’s message is one of hope and assurance, but it doesn’t sugarcoat our grief and disappointment. This special service will allow those who are experiencing the blues to be surrounded by loving prayers in their worship,” he said. For more information contact First Presbyterian Church at (269) 945-5463. The church is located at 405 N. M-37 Highway, just north of Airport Road. �Page 4 — Thursday, December 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Life can still have purpose and meaning To the editor: Another year is quickly drawing to a close. What was your year like – sorrow, sadness, success, failures? Are you happy? Do you have peace in your soul? Jesus came as a baby a little over 2,000 years ago. He was sent by a loving God to bring salvation and peace to the human race. He grew up - was our example of how to live – always doing things that pleased God. He then died on a cruel cross for your sins, my sins and sins of the whole world. Now each person must turn from his or her sins and ask God to forgive their sins and then live for God as Jesus did. The Bible tells us how. The Bible (God’s message to the world) says: “him that cometh to Me I will in no wise cast out.” John 6:37. Jesus wants you and me and anyone who will to come to Him and let Him be Lord of their lives. We must each come individually, ask and turn from our former lifestyles. Read Gospel of John. Jesus wants to be your Savior. If you ask to be forgiven and made clean in your soul, God will put his Holy Spirit in your soul to show you how to live. True peace (no matter what is going on in this world) can be had by turning to Jesus to be Lord of your life. Are you looking for something to fill the emptiness in your life? Are you miserable and frustrated and confused? Turn to Jesus. It works. Until the end of time, there will be people (under Satan’s influence) who will try to tear down and destroy any mention of God. Look around, has their plan brought peace, satisfaction and a better life for anyone? No. The Bible says - “the fool has said in his heart that there is no God.” Psalm 14:1. It also says “Righteousness exalteth a nation; but sin is a reproach to any people.” Proverbs 14:34. Think back to when America as a nation respected the Bible and schools taught and honored our God given heritage. Life had purpose and meaning and freedom – the opposite of what godlessness has brought. Each person has a part in what life in America - personally and nationally – will be like. What a wonderful gift and promise God has for those who respond. Merry Christmas and peace to you. Erin Johnson, Barry Township ATTENTION Area Businesses Say Thanks with a special Message and a photo of your staff. This is a good way to say thanks to your customers for their valued support throughout the year. Anonymous donor makes county airport expansion possible At last week’s Barry County Board of Commissioners meeting, Hastings/Barry County Airport Manager Mark Noteboom announced that an anonymous donor made an offer to help the airport become self-supporting over the next five years. In the Nov. 2 election, Barry County voters rejected a proposal to make the airport self-supporting over the next 10 years. Airport officials requested the special millage which would have generated $182,783 for airport maintenance, operations and improvements, projected to generate enough money that the City of Hastings and the county would be able reduce their financial support for general airport operation. Back in October, the county board approved contingent funding for the airport just in case the special millage proposal failed. I, along with more than 7,000 county voters, supported the November millage because airport officials had put together a sound plan to generate the capital needed to put the airport operations on sound financial footing. At last week’s county board meeting, Noteboom said that anonymous donor had stepped forward and is willing to work with the airport board to help make the facility self-supporting. The airport manager told commissioners that the donor is willing to support a five-year plan for improvements to make the facility self-supporting. The donor has already put up money to fund a jet fueling station and is now willing to give the airport board a 48-by-48-foot hangar, which will bring in $700 a month in new revenue, said Noteboom. The airport commission has plans and approval to go ahead with a five-box hangar which will bring in another $7,000 to $8,000 per month, he added. It appears the donor is committed to the airport and its long-term success, as long as the city and county governments continue the airport their yearly operational support as part of the five-year plan to get the airport on firm financial footing. The airport has been considered one of the best airfields in the state for communities of its size, and the community still is recognized as a “fine example of civic cooperation and enterprise for developing the airfield,” said George Cushing of WJR Radio, who attended the airport’s ribbon cutting more than 64 years ago. Over the years, the airport has seen steady growth. On June 23, 1990, the airport took another giant step forward when officials dedicated the Earl McMullin Airport Administration Building. The new terminal was part of a plan developed in 1982, calling for a series of enhancements to upgrade the airport by extending the runway, adding taxiways, a new apron and runway lighting. Still to come was the widening and repaving of the main runway; along with lengthening the main runway, all of which have been done. In early October, the Barry County Economic Development Alliance hosted community partners and local leaders to celebrate the airport’s newest business, Soaring Concepts Aerospace, a local company and leading manufacturer of powered parachutes. The plant relocated from Middleville to provide more space for the growing industry, along with the on-site location for testing, demonstration and general airport access. According to Federal Aviation Administration officials, the Hastings Airport had over 20,000 takeoffs and landings from the field over the past year. And, in spite of the state’s sluggish economy, the local airport continues to grow with plans for even more activity in the near future. It just shows what a great place Barry County is, when, in spite of the loss of the recent airport millage election, an anonymous donor has the vision and determination to make future growth possible and is willing to step up and support the project over the next five years, considering the City of Hastings and Barry County Board of Commissioners continue their support in keeping the airport financially sound. The airport has proven to be a valuable asset for our community and with ongoing support will continue to grow and become a factor in the business and industrial growth in the coming years. It’s too bad voters didn’t support the November millage, but due to sluggish economic conditions and a feeling that the airport serves a small group of its citizens, the millage went down to defeat. But, now with this special offer, the airport board can continue its expansion plans rather than going back to voters at a later date. As larger airfields around the state continue to operate while dealing with increasing security measures, smaller airfields like Hastings will have more opportunities to grow and attract more business. As we close out 2010 and look to the potential of what the new year will bring, this offer puts our airport in a great position to be a leader of small airports around the state and attract more traffic and industrial expansion. With the support of the anonymous donor, Barry County will be able to make its mark as the state’s economy turns around in coming years. Projects like this give us reason to say, “Happy New Year!” Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. This will appear in the Jan. 1st issue of the Reminder. your logo Call one of our Sales Representatives to advertise in this special section. 269 945-9554 7752361 Know Your Legislators: U.S. Senate Debbie Stabenow, Democrat, 702 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-4822. Carl Levin, Democrat, Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-6221. District office: 110 Michigan Ave., Federal Building, Room 134, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 456-2531. Rick Tormela, regional representative. U.S. Congress Vernon Ehlers, Republican, 3rd District (All of Barry County), 1714 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515-2203, phone (202) 225-3831, fax (202) 225-5144. District office: Room 166, Federal Building, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 451-8383. President’s comment line: 1-202-456-1111. Capitol Information line for Congress and the Senate: 1-202-224-3121. Michigan Legislature Gov. Jennifer Granholm, Democrat, P.O. Box 30013, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-3400. State Senator Patty Birkholz, Republican, 24th District (All of Barry County), Michigan State Senate, State Capitol, 805 Farnum Building, P.O. Box 3006, Lansing, Mich. 48909-7536. Call: (517) 373-3447. Fax: (517) 373-5849. e-mail: senpbirkholz@senate.michigan.gov State Representative Brian Calley, Republican, 87th District (All of Barry County), Michigan House of Representatives, 351 Capitol, Lansing, Mich. 48909, phone (517) 373-0842. e-mail: briancalley@house.mi.gov Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. Should tax cuts be extended? The United States Senate yesterday overwhelmingly approved a bill that, among other things, would extend the Bush-era tax cuts for highincome taxpayers. The U.S. House of Representative is expected to vote on the bill today. What do you think about Congress extending lower tax rates? Voice students to give free concert Saturday in Nashville Sing Studios will host a Christmas recital Saturday, Dec. 18, at 4 p.m. in the second level of The Revue, at 301 N. Main St., in downtown Nashville. The recital is free to the public and will include desserts afterward. Sing Studios is a voice studio run by Sarah Shoemaker and includes students from Maple Valley and Lakewood schools. About 15 students will perform in Saturday’s concert. “We focus on music theater, with some of just about everything added in,” said Shoemaker. “This is our first recital, and we are all very excited.” Students include Nicole Peters, Anna Pash, Heather Kinyon, Noelle Rohde, Cathryn Eldridge, Casey Eldridge, Kelsey Venton, Marissa Gonzales, Andrea Peake, Alivia Benedict, Meghann Zank, Sydney Khouri, Justin Heinsen and Clint Franklin. The Hastings Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... A Division of J-Ad Graphics Inc. 1351 N. 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We posted 10 properties, and four have been cleaned,” added Polich. Polich also stated the health department used to be reimbursed $600 by the State of Michigan for each property posted. That funding ran out in June of 2009. Clean-up costs can range from hundreds to tens of thousands of dollars. In some cases, the interior drywall is torn out. Once a former meth lab is stripped to its foundation, cleaning companies use machines to rid the former laboratory of fumes and, depending on toxicity levels, the inside of the property may be pressure-washed several times. A landlord is left to rebuild after the house’s interior has been stripped and is tested clean. Companies licensed to decontaminate meth labs take water and soil samples from homes that use well water or septic tanks to determine whether the residue has spread outside the home. Fair Housing laws dictate that landlords must rent to anyone who qualifies. Meth makers most commonly look for small-time landlords who may not screen tenants before renting. Most renters insurance policies will not, traditionally, pay for cleanup of illegal toxic waste. Because of the liability involved, government agencies will not clean up a meth mess on private property. If a cleaning company is used, most agencies recommend meeting minimum qualifications, including professional certification such as a certified industrial hygienist; 40hour hazardous waste operations training; specialized training such as confined-space entry, sharps and pathogen training. “Meth is like the black hole of forfeitures,” said Tom Evans, Barry County Prosecuting Attorney. “We spend good taxpayer money investigating, cleaning up and prosecuting, but rarely seize anything to forfeit because the state does not want to become the owners of literally toxic assets. If you seize a cocaine house you can forfeit it, and help pay for your enforcement. If you seize a meth house, you incur an additional liability.” According to Evans, the courts may only collect restitution from the charged party, and if the landlord is not guilty of the underlying criminal act, may only receive restitution from the tenant or other person committing the offense. The court may seize the property used to commit a crime unless the property owner demonstrates an innocent-owner defense. If the property owner is truly innocent, the court will ask them to sign an acknowledgment stating they now know the property was being used for illegal purposes, and may have to forfeit the property if any future offenses are committed by tenants. CO PIE by David DeDecker Staff Writer As seen in the Banner Court News, Barry County has a rising methamphetamine problem. Possibly more alarming is the contamination of real estate left behind. The residue of manufacturing methamphetamine, or meth, considered hazardous waste by law, is the landlord’s or property owner’s obligation to clean up after such a lab has been discovered. Meth labs are easily transportable and can be set up quickly and in most locations. Meth is commonly “cooked” in rental houses, garages, rented storage lockers, apartments or unoccupied homes. Meth labs can be set up on crop land or future home-building sites. The toxic residue left from cooking the illegal substance seeps into the soil and accumulates on walls, ceilings and furniture, with longterm health consequences. Short-term effects of exposure can include burns and nerve or brain damage. Long-term health hazards for tenants in an uncleaned meth lab include cancer and birth defects, plus brain, kidney and liver damage. A central nervous system stimulant, methamphetamine is highly addictive. Also called speed, crank, crystal or ice, in small quantities, meth may cause euphoria, increased alertness, paranoia, lessened appetite and increased activity. In larger quantities, it can cause a rapid pulse, chest pain, high blood pressure, damage to brain blood vessels or stroke. Long-term use of meth may include involuntary repetitive actions and delusions of bugs crawling in or on the skin. Users may exhibit violent outbursts. Overdose symptoms may include hyperthermia, tremors or kidney failure. According to law enforcement and health authorities, indications of an operating meth lab may include stained soil or dead grass or plants from chemical dumping; excessive packaging from over-the-counter ephedrine or pseudoephedrine cold, diet or allergy pills; empty containers from antifreeze, white gas, ether, starting fluids, Freon, lye or drain openers, paint thinner, acetone or alcohol; numerous compressed gas cylinders or camp stove fuel containers; ammonia tanks; propane tanks or coolers containing anhydrous ammonia; bottles or containers connected with rubber hosing and duct tape; respiratory masks and filters or dust masks; coffee filters, pillowcases or bed sheets which are stained red (used to filter red phosphorous) or contain a white powdery residue. Common health complaints by people living near an operating meth lab are headaches, nausea, dizziness and fatigue. Chest pain and lack of coordination also have been reported. If a meth lab is suspected, whether the operation has been abandoned or is still being used, authorities recommend leaving the property without disturbing evidence and calling police immediately. “We have not had any confirmed meth lab findings in the city the past two years,” said Deputy Chief Mike Leedy of the Hastings City Police. “We may get two to three tips of suspected meth labs a year which we investigate, but nothing recently. We had approximately three confirmed labs that we responded to three to five years ago, and one in the fall of 2008 that Michigan State Police investigated.” From a landlord standpoint, a meth lab can destroy the chances of renting a property and can raise liability issues. The landlord’s or property owner’s bottom line takes a hit in the form of clean-up expenses, a temporary loss of revenue from affected property and, in the case of multiple rental units, the cost of temporarily relocating residents during clean-up. “Property owners are responsible for the costs associated with cleaning and testing the residence and dealing with the health department,” said Trooper Kelly Linebaugh of the Michigan State Police Hastings Post. “It is my understanding the owner can clean the residence themselves or pay a company to do it. The health department has all the guidelines on what needs to be done.” When a meth lab is busted or an abandoned lab is located, ultimately the owner of the property is responsible for decontaminating the site. The equipment and associated hazardous waste are removed by a hazardous waste removal company contracted by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), and paid for by the DEA. The property is then posted by the state police, with a large orange sticker on the door as an “Illegal drug manufacturing site,” stating the property may be dangerous to enter, and may not be entered unless authorization has been granted by Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) or the local health department. The health department then condemns the residence by issuance of an “order to vacate” until the residence is cleaned up and tested for contaminants. The property owner is then served, by certified mail or an authorized officer, an order to vacate which includes information about the health or safety hazards present at the site, a summary of the owner’s and occupant’s responsibilities under the order, and information to help the property owner establish that the risk of contamination no longer exists. With the exceptions of law enforcement officers, health officials or their agents, or consultants and contractors who are assessing or decontaminating the site, it is unlawful for anyone to enter such a property without permission. “The Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) was notified of 15 meth labs so far in 2010 and posted 12 properties with an order to vacate,” said Carol *H *O igh ne Q Ch •C eck H ua o ou lit •F olor ut o o rP yF •C ldi Cop ur s n pe •B olla g & ies ho ilm cia t ls •C lack ing Lam to er vi in * Pro •P usto & W ce ati s las m ng hi : ce an Ru te tic d ss M Bin bbe Cop or i in e! ding r Sta es g* m p Landlords must pay cleanup costs I NT RI LP Meth labs carry obligations for property owners with elementary students on science-related topics, take trips, do outreach and plan other activities to promote science and science education. • Thornapple Arts Council received $1,200 to pay for the rights and royalties for a play and for the printing and marketing for students in the two-week theater program for students in third to eighth grades. • Barry County Christian School received a matching grant of $4,000 to help fund the purchase of 34 laptop computers. The school is in jeopardy of being able to offer computer classes because it does not have enough functioning laptop units. YAC will give the school $1 for every $3 raised to purchase the new laptops. The school must raise the full $12,000 and then YAC will provide a check for the remaining $4,000. YAC will continue to be a sponsor of the Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl for Kids Sake at a cost of $2,000. YAC met Sunday, Dec. 12, in the Orangeville Township Hall. The group donated toys to the Orangeville Community Outreach Christmas gift boxes and the Pennock Hospital “Poke Box,” which gives small gifts to children receiving treatment and being “poked” with needles at the hospital. In addition, they helped bag up potatoes for the 100 Christmas food baskets the Orangeville Community Outreach is distributing this year. For more information about YAC, call Richards at 269-945-0526. • operate as they have been, but will report on major milestones as they occur. “Patients across Southwest Michigan will be the real winners, as BCHS and Bronson work together to develop an efficient, effective, high-quality health care system that improves care and makes our region even stronger,” concludes Denise Brooks-Williams, BCHS president and CEO. “We very much appreciate Bronson's commitment to partner with us to improve and grow services in Battle Creek. This is a win-win for all involved, especially our patients and their families.” Oaklawn Hospital’s CEO Rob Covert said his organization has enjoyed and expects to continue to enjoy a mutually benefical relationship with Bronson Hospital. “We have the utmost respect for them,” said Covert. “They are a magnet hospital just like we are and they and Oaklawn have been cited for many honors. We’ve had a long, mutually beneficial relationship with them in the past and we anticipate that ‘s what will continue to occur in the future.” ed totaled $28,905. The BCF committee will meet again Oct. 16, 2011. Information about the foundation and its grants is available by calling 269-945-0526. The foundation’s Youth Advisory Council presents grants twice each year. The November meeting was the first of the 201011 year. YAC has $24,400 to grant through June 30, 2011. Total grant requests for the fall cycle were $37,700. YAC approved the following grants: • Delton Kellogg Elementary School Pen Pal Project received a $300 mini-grant to fund transportation so kindergartners can meet their pen pals at the Kalamazoo Nature Center and also pay for some of the costs of publishing their letters in a book. • Page Elementary School in Middleville received $2,000 to improve reading levels by purchasing books and audio books for fourth and fifth grade students. • The Hastings High School Varsity Singers have been invited to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City. YAC approved up to $1,500 in matching funds. This will be applied to the instruction and evaluation clinics in New York City associated with Heritage Festivals. • The therapeutic riding program for cognitively impaired students in Thornapple Kellogg Schools received $1,200. The grant will be used for the program at Camp Manitou-Lin. • Hastings Schools received a matchingfund grant for up to $1,600 to create a science club to develop science awareness and enthusiasm within the community. Members work IN TIN G N “We also hope this announcement marks the coming together of not just two health systems, but two communities,” she said. “From our perspective, that is a legacy we can all be proud of.” Bronson will become the “operating partner” of the new regional system by purchasing 51 percent of BCHS. Specifically, Bronson will purchase the 50-percent share held by Trinity Health and one percent of the BCHS Community Partners. Community Partners will join the Bronson board of directors, resulting in a “more regionally focused board.” During the coming months, legal, operational, and strategic work on the new partnership will get underway and afford opportunities to engage employees, medical staffs, and communities in discussion about the new regional system. Depending upon the pace of due diligence and subject to final legal and regulatory approvals, the proposed new system could be operational as early as the middle of 2011. Until then, both organizations will continue to GRANTS, continued from page 1 • Neil Nyberg (left, at podium), chair of Battle Creek Health System (BCHS) Community Partners board of trustees, along with Nelson Karre, chair of the BCHS board of trustees, Barbara James, chair of the Bronson board of trustees, BCHS president and CEO Denise Brooks-Williams, and Bronson president and CEO Frank Sardone announce a new partnership between BCHS and Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo, forming a new regional health care system. (Photo by Doug Allen) NG Battle Creek Health System (BCHS) and Bronson have signed a letter of intent to merge operations, both hospitals announced in a joint press conference Tuesday. The letter of intent to develop a new regional health care system provides a framework for the partnership and begins the formal process of creating the operating model for merging the two organizations. The vision for the partnership is to create a health care system that delivers better coordination of care for patients throughout Southwest Michigan. “For the past 18months, BCHS trustees, including Trinity Health, physician and executive leaders have been engaged in a thoughtful, strategic review of our marketplace and the future of health care services,” said Neil Nyberg, chair of the BCHS Community Partners board of trustees. “Throughout this process, the goal was to assure that the very best health care is available in our community, a commitment Bronson also shares.” BCHS chose Bronson based upon a number of factors, including: • a shared dynamic vision of a coordinated, regional system that works better for patients, • Bronson’s commitment to continuously improve the patient experience, its national reputation for quality, and the breadth and depth of specialty and sub-specialty services it provides in this region, and • common core values that include a long-standing commitment to community governance and a mission to ensure quality care is available to all persons regardless of their ability to pay. According to Nelson Karre, chair of the BCHS board of trustees, “Bronson’s national reputation for quality and high level regional services such as the childrens’ hospital, heart care, neurosurgery and critical care make it an outstanding ‘fit’ with what we offer in Battle Creek. “In addition,” he continued, “as our boards discussed a partnership, we found mutual intentions that will go a long way toward guiding our actions together into the future.” Bronson President and CEO Frank J. Sardone said, “This partnership with BCHS will enable Bronson to take our longstanding commitment to quality to an even higher level. “Working together for the greater good of our patients will help us achieve optimal use and coordination of health care resources regionally. “That means better meeting our patients’ needs by providing the right care in the right place at the right time,” Sardone continued. “By maximizing the clinical strengths of each organization, we expect to create a regional health care system that delivers a superior patient experience at all points of care.” Barbara James, chair of the Bronson board of directors said the board enthusiastically endorses the partnership. IG ES &D �Page 6 — Thursday, December 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner June L. Wertman DELTON, MI - June Lorretta Wertman, age 82, of Delton, died at her daughter's home on December 11, 2010, in Middleville. She was born on August 8, 1928, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, to Fenton and Matilda (Petersen) Belt. June grew up in Iowa and married Sherman Wertman on July 1, 1954. In 1969 the family moved to Cedar Creek. June and Sherman were members of the Hastings Moose Lodge. Her family includes her children, Roland and Paula Wertman of Carrollton, TX, Karen (Wertman) and Kevin Wilson of Middleville, and Carol (Wertman) and Dennis Snowden of Middleville; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Sherman in 1988 and her two sons, Donald Bailey and Wayne Podgurski both in 2008. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Delton. Burial followed in Cedar Creek Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Pennock Hospice. Please visit www.williamsgoresfuneral.com where you can sign June's online register book. Worship Together… Area Obituaries Neil Wellman Curtis John King Sr. Thomas Corrigan Doyle HASTINGS, MI - Curtis John King Sr., age 55, of Hastings, died unexpectedly on Monday, December 13, 2010. He was born in Charlotte on November 11, 1955, the son of Ivan and Melody (Hussey) King. Curtis graduated from Hastings High School in 1973. He worked for 14 years at Meridian Automotive and most recently at Cascade Die Casting. Curtis had a passion for gears and gadgets of race cars, and motor vehicles. He was a nature enthusiast, who loved to give back to the family farm. He also enjoyed hiking and gardening. Curtis was a devoted son and father, he was an avid reader of history, science and fiction. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Geraldine Olive Miller, Ivan and Winifred King. Curtis is survived by his son, Curtis John (Emily S.L.) King Jr., of Grand Rapids; a grandson, Charles Jefferson King; his parents, Ivan J. and Melody L. King; brothers, Timothy I. (Jacquelyn A.) King, Michael C. (Jeanne L.) King, Daniel V. (Tammi M.) King, all of Hastings, Bradley J. King of Plainwell; nephews, Ashtin R. King, Bradan D. King, Carson S. King, Beau I. King; nieces Jessica J. (Micah) Murphy, Brenda K. (Daniel) Hubbell, Elizabeth J. (Andrew) Whittle, Jennifer A. (Gannon) Barrett, King, Michelle M. King; numerous aunts, uncles, great nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. A private family service will be held. Memorials can be made to American Heart Association or charity of one's choice. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (www.girrbachfuneralhome.net). FREEPORT, MI - Thomas Corrigan Doyle, age 68, of Freeport, passed away with his family at his side on December 11, 2010 after a valiant six-year battle with cancer. Tom was born July 26, 1942 in Hastings to Terrance and Margaret (Barnum) Doyle. After being educated at nearby Jennings and Freeport Schools, he graduated a proud Lake Odessa Trojan in 1960. After graduation, Tom pursued and attained a degree in packaging engineering from Michigan State University. This degree pulled him westward when he was offered a job with Hughes Aircraft in Los Angeles, CA. He remained there for a little more than ten years, enjoying the ocean and skiing in the mountains. More significantly, he met the love of his life, Janice Christensen; they were married on November 8, 1974 in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. In the late 1970s Tom returned to Michigan where he and Jan set up a farm on lands adjacent to those he had grown up on. Farming offered him the opportunity to work with his father and be there for his own growing family, which soon included two boys. Although Tom continued to farm for most of his life, he also began working for Barry County, eventually being elected drain commissioner, a position which he held until retiring in December of 2008. When not working, he was a volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 300, in Lake Odessa and a volunteer on mission trips with his church, Lakewood United Methodist Church. Tom was preceded in death by both of his parents, as well as his father-in-law Ellsworth "Doc" Christensen of Greenville. He his survived by his wife, Janice K. Doyle; his siblings, Sheila Johnson, Denny Doyle, and Connie Doyle; and his sons, Patrick and Kevin. Funeral services will be held at his church, Lakewood United Methodist in Lake Odessa, at 11 a.m. on Thursday, December 16, 2010. The family humbly requests that in lieu of flowers memorial contributions be made to the organizations he loved, Lakewood United Methodist Church or The Gerald R. Ford Council of the Boy Scouts of America to support Gerber Scout Camp. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (www.girrbachfuneralhome.net). 77552364 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship Service 10:45 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Service 7 p.m. Christas Eve Worship 6 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music; Josh Maurer, Youth Pastor. Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for all ages,10:30 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service, Jr. & Sr. High Groups. Wednesday, Family Night 6:30 p.m., Awana, Bible Study, Praise and Prayer. Call Church Office 948-8004 for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. OrangevilleBaptist. org. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. Beginning Sunday, Dec. 5 at 10 a.m. and continuing through the last Sunday in February: “Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace - The Peacemaking Church.” Sunday, Dec. 19 at 11 a.m. Christmas message and music. Sunday, Dec. 19 at 6 p.m. ‘Come As a Child” Christmas program. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http:// trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are MondayThursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Service, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Sunday School for PreK-2nd and 3rd-5th and Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. New Series... 40 Days of Love... beginning October 10th! LIFEGATE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting in the community room of Commercial Bank, 629 W. State Street, Hastings, MI. Pastor Scott Price. Phone: 269-948-0900. Website: www.lifegatecc.com. P.O. Box 273, Hastings, MI 49058. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Wednesday life group 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-731-5194 or -517852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 405 N. M-37, Hastings, MI 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services: 9 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service; 6 p.m. Youth Group; 6 p.m. Children’s Christmas Program Rehearsal. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com/. Thursday - 6 p.m. Men’s Basketball; 6:30 p.m. NAPS Bedtime Stories. Friday 9 a.m. Pickleball. Saturday - 10 a.m. Praise Team; 5:30 p.m. Advent Worship Service. Fiberglass Products 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 Benjamin W. McCrackin 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 LANSING, MI - Ron Franklin, age 72, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010 at his home in Lansing. Ron was born Aug. 7, 1938, and grew up in Diamondale. His favorite place to be was at his cottage in Hastings. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Kathy Franklin; children, Mindy (Tim) Brownell, Amber Phillips, Paula (John) Greathouse, Gary (Loretta) Franklin, Chris (Kevin) Davidhizar, Heidi (Bill) Dooley, Michelle (Lisa) Stenzelbarton, Rhonda (Patrick) Denison; 24 grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren. Ron retired from Grand Trunk Railroad after 31 years. He served with the Michigan National Guard CWO2 1070th Maintenance BTN 30 years. He was a member of the American Legion, Buck Reasoner Post 238, 40 ET 8 Voiture Local 946. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Dec. 16, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Field and Leik Funeral Home in Diamondale. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Friday, Dec. 17, 2010 at 11 a.m. He will be laid to rest at Brush Ridge Cemetery in Hope Township, Hastings. Funeral arrangements provided by Field and Leik Funeral Home in Diamondale. HASTINGS, MI Benjamin W. McCrackin, age 42, of Hastings, passed away December 9, 2010. Ben was born April 5, 1968 in Plainwell; the son of Carl and Donna (Lumbert) McCrackin. A 1987 graduate of Hastings High School, Ben was a farmer and loved driving tractors. Ben loved rock music and he had an extensive CD collection and enjoyed going to concerts. Ben is survived by his mother, Donna; a nephew, Tyelor McCrackin; a niece, Elizabeth McCrackin and a great niece, Kalaiah McCrackin. He was preceded in death by his father, Carl McCrackin on February 16, 2010 and his brother, Ken McCrackin in October, 2005. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be conducted in the spring at Brush Ridge Cemetery, Pastor Larry Saunders officiating. Please visit www.williamsgoresfuneral. com to view or sign Ben's online guest book.The family is being cared for by the Williams-Gores Funeral Home. Call 945-9554 for Hastings Banner classified ads Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Offering Traditional and Cremation Services Hastings Only Locally-Owned Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated for 3 Generations Pre-Planning Services Available Serving All Faiths Pre-arrangement transfers accepted Visit our web site for: • Pre-planning on line • View current Funeral Service information • Leave a memory message to family members www.girrbachfuneralhome.net 77528585 102 Cook Hastings Ronald C. Franklin GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH 4th Sunday in Advent, Dec. 19 Worship 8:00 & 10:45 Lessons and Carols; Sunday School 9:30; Gracegram Deadline; Men’s and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. Christmas Eve Worship 12/24 7:00 and 11:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269-945-9414 or 9452645; fax 269-945-2698. Pastor Amy Luckey. http://www.discovergrace.org This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Lauer Family Funeral Homes HASTINGS, MI - Neil Wellman, age 83, of Hastings ,died peacefully at home December 9, 2010. He was born on March 6, 1927 in Hillsdale, to Clifton and Eunice (Roberts) Wellman. He attended Hastings Public Schools. On January 1, 1946, Neil married Lorene Moore in Battle Creek while he was serving in the military from June 1945 to November 1946. He worked for the Michigan State Highway Department from 1951 until his retirement in 1982. After retiring, his hobby was wood working in his home shop for 20 years. Neil and Lorene had two daughters, Sandra (Larry) Gidley and Marla (David) Smith; granddaughters, Lisa (Bryan) Travis, Christa Pierce, Beth (Bill) Moss, Stacey Pierce, Jennie (Jim) Stafford and Gina Lorene Pierce; great-grandsons, Andrew Bolton, Quinton Stafford, Ben and Levi Moss, and Sam Fenstemaker; great granddaughters, Amelia and Meg Travis, Emily and Tessa Fenstemaker; special cousins, Jack Echtinaw (deceased) and Joyce Towne and families; good friends, Ken Shawman (deceased), June Wiley, Nolan (deceased) and Donna Gutchess. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, Pennock Hospice or a charity of one’s choice. The memorial service was held Monday, December 13, 2010 at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings, Pastor Dan Currie and Pastor Todd Clark, officiating. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (www.girrbachfuneralhome.net). �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 16, 2010 — Page 7 Area churches preparing for Christmas Dowling Country Chapel United Methodist Church will have a youth group shopping adventure Saturday, Dec. 18, from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. for kids fifth grade and up. The day will include shopping for sports and outdoor equipment, along with some games. Participants should meet at 1:30 p.m. at the church, 9275 S. M37, Dowling. Shopping will be followed by pizza and discussion of possible activities for January. The church will have Christmas Eve service at 7 p.m. For more information, call 269-721-8077. Hastings Hastings Assembly of God welcomes everyone to the church at 1674 W. State Road. Services Sunday, Dec. 19, will include a 10 a.m. candlelight service. At 6 p.m., the children’s Christmas play, “A Night at Bethley’s Department Store” begins followed by fellowship time with cookies. Hastings Free Methodist Church, 2365 N. M43 Highway, will have a special event Wednesday, Dec. 22, at 6:30 p.m., including living nativity with a candlelight service and Happy Birthday Jesus fellowship time with cookies to follow. This is open to the public. For more information, call 269-945-9121. Thornapple Valley Church’s Christmas celebrations at the Hastings campus will be Saturday, Dec. 18, at 6 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 19, at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Christmas Eve services will be at 3 and 4:30 p.m. The church will not have services Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 25 and 26, or Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011. Regular services resume at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 315 W. Center St. Sunday services through Dec. 19 are at 10 a.m., Holy Communion, Rite II and at 11:30 a.m., Christian education: Handel’s Messiah, Part I. A candlelight service with choral Holy Communion, Rite II, will begin Christmas Eve at 8 p.m. The Christmas Day service will begin at 11 a.m. with Holy Communion, Rite II. New Year’s Eve service, beginning at 7 p.m., will include Holy Communion, Rite II. The Feast of the Epiphany will be celebrated Thursday, Jan. 6, at 7 p.m. with Stations of the Epiphany and Holy Communion, Rite II. For information about any of these services call 269-945-3014. Middleville First Baptist Church’s Christmas celebrations at the church on M-37 north of Middleville include the “When Love Was Born Christmas” musical Sunday, Dec. 19, at 10:30 a.m. featuring the FBC worship choir, soloists and children’s choirs. Because of the cancellation Sunday, Dec. 12, due to snow, the children’s program “Angel Alert” begins that evening at 6 p.m. A dessert reception in honor of music pastor David Snyder who is moving to Florida will begin at 7 p.m. Call 269-795-9726 for more information. The final Advent meal and candlelight evening prayer at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will be Wednesday, Dec. 22, with the meal at 6 p.m., and the service at 7 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is located at 908 W. Main St. Call 269-795-2391 for more information. Parmelee United Methodist Church, at 9266 Parmalee Road will present a service of lessons and carols Sunday, Dec. 19, at 9:30 a.m. The service is part of the Anglican Christmas tradition and combines Scripture readings, singing of carols and music. Special music will be provided by Stephanie Kehoe, oboist; Hanna Liu, cellist; and Jacqui Dimmick, vocalist. Everyone is welcome to join this traditional Christmas service. Peace Church at 6950 Cherry Valley Road has special events planned for Advent, Christmas and January. Sunday, Dec. 19, the Advent choir will enhance the celebration at the 9:30 a.m. worship services. Two Christmas Eve candlelight services will be held. The family service will be at 7 and a traditional service at 11 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, the 9:30 a.m. worship service will include a celebration of Caraway Street’s 30th anniversary. Caraway Street, a puppet ministry for children (also entertaining to adults), will present a special program for all ages to celebrate 30 years of ministry at Peace Church. For more information about any of these services call 616-891-8119. Middleville United Methodist Church, 111 Church St., Middleville, will have a live nativity Dec. 21 to 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. each evening. A family Christmas Eve service will begin at 7 p.m. Special music will be performed only at the 11 p.m. service and will include music from both the bell and chancel Leadership class has openings There are still openings in the 2011 Leadership Barry County class which begins Jan. 14, 2011, at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute with the workshop, “What is your Leadership Style?” Leadership Barry County Director Jennifer Richards welcomes questions from anyone about the leadership program. She can be reached via e-mail at jen@barrycf.org or by calling 269-945-0526. Participants in Leadership Barry County will graduate March 19. Richards explains that the program is a mixture of workshops and travel (including a day in Lansing) that examine the many facets of leadership. Speakers include community leaders and experts. The cost in 2011 is $375, the same as in 2010. Area Obituaries Harold R. Zelenka LAKE ODESSA, MI - Harold Roy Zelenka, age 89, of Lake Odessa, Ionia County, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2010 at his home in Lake Odessa. Harold was born March 29, 1921 in Wilson, KS to parents Joseph and Mattie (Belt) Zelenka. Harold served in the U.S. Army as staff sergeant in World War II, participating in the Battle of the Bulge and Normandy. Harold’s years of service awarded him several military honors including the EAME Theater Ribbon, Four Bronze Service Stars, Good Conduct Medal, WWII Victory Medal, a Purple Heart, Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster and an American Theater Ribbon. Harold was a member of the Operating Engineers Union, Local 324, for sixty years. He had many joys in life including spending time with his wife and family, spending time outdoors, caring for animals, and playing the button accordion. Harold was preceded in death by siblings Francis Rezac, Elma Soukup, Lester and Roy Zelenka; his nephew, Wayne Soukup; and daughter, Stacey Gaston. Harold is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Carletta Zelenka; his son, Robert Gaston and his wife, Dawn Gaston of Battle Creek; grandchildren, Allyson Gaston and Bethany Velasco Garcia and her husband Antonio Velasco Garcia; great grandchildren, Coral and Robert Velasco Garcia. Harold, also known as "Shorty," was blessed with many nieces and nephews who live in Kansas, Illinois, Michigan, and Texas. Harold’s charisma, compassion, and years of service to this country was celebrated with friends and family on Monday, December 13, 2010 at Rosier Funeral Home in Sunfield, with a military memorial service following on Tuesday, December 14, 2010. Memorials can be made in Harold’s honor to Pennock Hospice or the Humane Society, C/O RFH, PO Box 36, Sunfield, MI 48890. Express your thoughts and memories in the online guest book at www.legacy.com The family is being served by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield: Rosier Funeral Home. choirs. For more information about services in December, call 269-795-9266. Thornapple Valley Church Christmas celebrations at the Middleville campus will be Sunday, Dec. 19, at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Christmas Eve services will be at 3 and 4:30 p.m. There will be no services Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 25 and 26. Regular services resume at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 2. Orangeville Orangeville Baptist Church at 6921 Marsh Road has many activities planned for December. Continuing through the last Sunday in February, sermons will focus on “Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace – The Peacemaking Church.” Sunday, Dec. 19, the service 11 a.m. will include a Christmas message and music. At 6 p.m., the church will present the “Come As a Child” Christmas program. St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, 11850 W. Nine Mile Road is observing Advent and a festival of lessons and carols will begin at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 19. Christmas Eve at the church begins with a carol sing-a-long at 7 p.m. and celebration of the Eucharist at 7:30 p.m. No services will be held Christmas Day. For more information, call 269-532-0115. Woodland Zion Lutheran Church, 6261 Velte Road, will have the annual Christmas Eve candlelight service with Holy Communion at 7 p.m. This service is a time to reflect on what the Christmas season is all about: Jesus. The church is located about three-quarters of a mile south of Lakewood High School. Call 269-367-4817 for more information. All are welcome to celebrated at this special service. Church clergy or staff who would like information about free Advent or Christmas events included in J-Ad Graphics’ papers should send the event date, time and location to Patricia Johns at patricia@jadgraphics.com. The deadline for information is Tuesday each week at 10 a.m. The email should include the name, address and telephone number of the church. Information will be printed on a space-available basis. Newborn Babies Isabella Jay, born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 2, 2010 at 8:03 p.m. to Kelly Wilson and Chris Hildebrant of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 11 oz. and 20 inches long. ***** Landen Kennedy, born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 1, 2010 at 12:19 a.m. to Frederick and Laura Jiles of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 1.5 ozs. and 20.5 inches long. ***** Hadley Rae, born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 1, 2010 at 8:04 a.m. to Jeremy and Megan Grove of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 1 oz. and 20 inches long. ***** Ivan Lee, born at Pennock Hospital on Nov. 22, 2010 at 11:06 p.m. to Emily and Jason Goodemoot of Lake Odessa. Weighing 6 lbs. 3 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** Daniel Robert, born at Pennock Hospital on Nov. 15, 2010 at 3:18 p.m. to Steven and Debra Kenyon of Nashville. Weighing 7 lbs. 14 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Emily Anai, born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 4, 2010 at 7:06 p.m. to Jorge Mendez and Trina Horstman of Lake Odessa. Weighing 6 lbs. 5 ozs. and 19 inches long. ***** London Makenna, born at Pennock Hospital on Nov. 19, 2010 at 1:16 p.m. to Corey and Cal Hammond of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 0 oz. and 20 inches long. ***** Samantha Anne, born at Pennock Hospital on Nov. 19, 2010 at 3:13 p.m. to Megan and Jonathan Wright of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 1 oz. and 20 inches long. ***** Jonah C., born at Pennock Hospital on Nov. 22, 2010 at 8:44 p.m. to Chelsea and Robert Lewis of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 2 1/2 ozs. and 21 1/4 inches long. ***** Karsen D., born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 2, 2010 at 4:31 p.m. to Jessica Kraft and Kyle Hamilton of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 1 oz. ***** Khlcey Kay, born at Pennock Hospital on Dec. 3, 2010 at 5:32 a.m. to Celena Wilcoxson-Brodie and Mathew Hallifax of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 11 ozs. and 20 1/2 inches long. ***** Makai LeRock Price, born at Pennock Hospital on Nov. 16, 2010 at 1:40 p.m. to Daniel and Kristie Price of Tampa, FL. Weighing 7 lbs. 15 ozs. and 21 inches long. Surgeon General’s report supports smoke-free air laws The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Office of the Surgeon General released their 30th report in a series on tobacco use, titled “How Tobacco Smoke Causes Disease: The Biology Behavioral Basis for Smoking-Attributable Disease.” The report finds that cellular damage and tissue inflammation from tobacco smoke are immediate, and that repeated exposure weakens the body’s ability to heal the damage. “This report provides further irrefutable evidence that shows what health officials have been saying for years: There is no “safe” level of exposure to second-hand smoke, and brief exposure to second-hand smoke can do immediate damage and even prove fatal,” said Eric Pessell, environmental health director for the Barry-Eaton District Health Department. Dr. Gregory Holzman, chief medical executive for the State of Michigan, recognized the importance of these findings as they relate to Michigan’s Smoke-Free Air Law. “We’re fortunate in Michigan to have a law in place that protects the majority of nonsmokers from second-hand smoke exposure in workplaces, bars and restaurants,” said Holzman. “We expect to see a decrease in heart attack admissions since the law was enacted, which will result in saved lives and decrease health care cost.” These findings offer further evidence of the importance of investing in tobacco prevention programming in Michigan. “We need to ensure that resources are available to prevent youth from starting to smoke, to protect nonsmokers from the health harms associated with second-hand smoke, and to provide help to smokers who want to quit,” said Heather Sanders, health educator for the Barry-Eaton District Health Department. According to Holzman, the report also emphasizes the health benefits of quitting Bring your special event photos to us for quality, professional processing. J-Ad Graphics PRINTING PLUS North of Hastings on M-43 Social News smoking. “It is never too late to quit smoking, but the sooner that a person quits, the better for their health,” he said. The Michigan Department of Community Health Tobacco Quitline, 800-784-8669, continues to provide free telephone coaching for the uninsured and those with Medicaid and Medicare, and free nicotine replacement medications for those who qualify. Information on quitting smoking and a printable Michigan Smoker’s Quit Kit are available through MDCH by visiting: www.michigan.gov/tobacco. Copies of the full report, executive summary and the easy-to-read guide may be downloaded at www.surgeongeneral.gov/library/tobaccosmoke/index.html. To order printed copies of these documents, go to www.cdc.gov/tobacco and click the ‘Publications Catalog’ link under ‘Tolls and Resources.’ Mary Jane Drenthe to celebrate 90th birthday Please come to an open house for Mary Jane Drenthe and help her celebrate her 90th birthday Saturday, Dec. 18 from 1 to 5 p.m. at her home, 114 Sherbrooke Ct., Hastings. “Postcard Princess” to turn 97 Ruth Lechleitner, who enjoys encouraging others with postcards, will be 97 on Dec. 13, 2010. If you would like to celebrate with her, please send a postcard to: 1821 E. Center Rd., Hastings, MI 49058. Marriage Licenses Daniel Edward Adkins, Middleville and Erin Evelyn-Nichole Noffke, Middleville. Charles Franklin Hoffman, Bellevue and Carmen Arlene Newland, Nashville. Elton William-Alvin Koan, Howe, IN and Jennifer Ann Bateman, Hastings. Jason Timothy O’Heran, Bellevue and Kelly Virginia Martin, Bellevue. Steven Michael Walker, Hastings and Nancy Jo Richardson, Hastings. �Page 8 — Thursday, December 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lake Odessa Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of hindrance was that the Lake Manor project to replace all windows, doors, and siding had resulted in all the signs being removed, so there was no identification on any of the apartments. However, some willing volunteers at Lake Manor offered to show the delivery people where to take each of the boxes. Other drivers found the right house, but nobody answered the doorbell. A few baskets simply had to be left on porches, which is not the preferred way. This year Crop Production at Woodbury had sent men and a truck on an earlier day. This made possible another run to Grand Rapids to get a ton of potatoes for delivery. Other business places also loaned a hand. Twin City Foods each year provides heavy boxes used for canned goods. This year one young man from Grand Rapids had worked for two days and then on Saturday returned with his wife to make deliveries. By 9:30, most of the boxes were out, but a group remained, and by a few teams of local men making multiple runs all were delivered by noon. Last week’s meeting of the local historical society brought some unusual items for show and tell of Christmas item. The stories that went along with the items were quite entertaining. The Depot complex will not be open the final weekend of the month because of Christmas. If anyone desired a visit, contact an officer of the historical society. The last weekend of January will be an open time with the annual quilt show and other textiles on display. 77552532 Saturday, Sebewa Center United Methodist Church will have its monthly dinner, with ham and scalloped potatoes on the menu along with their other good food. The Red Cross Blood Mobile will be in town next week. Monday, Dec. 20, the unit will return for its bi-monthly visit to collect the precious blood. Hours are noon to 5:45. A canteen will have yummy homemade food to replenish donors, along with lots of liquids. Central United Methodist Church will hold its annual candlelight service on Christmas Eve at 7 p.m. The public is invited. Saturday, Dec. 11, Alethians of Central UMC attended a Christmas drama at Calvary Church in Grand Rapids. Then they returned to fellowship hall for a light meal. The chancel choir will repeat its Christmas cantata in the morning for the Christmas holiday. With blowing and drifting snow, lots of wind and low temperatures, schools were cancelled on Monday. In Montcalm County, most schools were closed Tuesday, also. Ice beneath the snow was a problem. The Lakewood Community Christmas project was carried off well Saturday. The horrid weather abated until after deliveries were made. As always, the Sunfield group arrived early and had the tables in their area cleared in record time. Some who had less than full loads offered to make deliveries between Lake Odessa and Sunfield. Clarksville had a few reliable men who made more than one trip. Some local workers made multiple trips in the countryside and to the two manors and the mobile home parks. One Consider establishing a business retirement plan If you’re self-employed or you own a business, you’ve got a lot to think about: attracting new customers, maintaining cash flow, upgrading equipment and facilities — the list goes on and on. Yet, as busy as you are today, you can’t forget about tomorrow — which means you need to have a solid retirement plan in place._ _All retirement plans offer some features in common, such as tax-deferred growth of earnings. So how can you pick the plan that’s right for you? You’ll need to consider your business’ annual income, number of employees and other factors. Fortunately, you have some good plans from which to choose. Here are a few to consider: • Owner-only 401(k) — If you are selfemployed with no employees other than your spouse or a partner, the Owner-only 401(k) may be an option for you. Also known as an individual 401(k), an owner-only 401(k) offers you many of the same advantages of a traditional 401(k): a range of investment options, tax-deductible contributions and tax-deferred earnings growth. You may even be able to choose a Roth option for your owner-only 401(k), which allows you to make after-tax contributions that have the opportunity to grow tax-free. For 2010, you can contribute up to $16,500 as a deferral, and total contributions cannot exceed $49,000 or $54,500 if you’re 50 or older. But you must plan ahead to take advantage of this plan for 2010 because it will need to be set up prior to Dec. 31, 2010. Stay informed on local events... Subscribe to The BANNER! 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If you don't get a plan set up prior to year-end, the SEP IRA is the only plan that you can set up and fund, up until your tax filing deadline, to get a 2010 tax deduction. • Solo defined benefit plan — Generally speaking, this plan, which is similar to a traditional pension plan, may be suitable for you if you have relatively high earnings and can afford to take advantage of the high contribution limits, which are determined by an actuarial calculation. Your contributions are tax deductible. In choosing a retirement plan, you may want to consult with your tax adviser. But don’t wait any longer to get started. The future will be here soon enough — so you’ll want to be prepared for it. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 24.79 +.74 AT&T 29.34 +.80 CMS Energy Corp 18.93 +.52 Coca-Cola Co 63.90 -.24 Dow Chemical Co 34.06 +.30 Exxon Mobil 72.18 +.72 Family Dollar Stores 49.20 -1.69 First Financial Bancorp 18.64 +.44 Flowserve CP 116.31 +2.04 Ford Motor Co 16.42 -.14 Intl Bus Machine 145.82 +1.80 JCPenney Co 32.47 -1.45 Johnson & Johnson 62.77 -.46 Kellogg Co 51.02 +2.11 McDonald’s Corp 77.11 -3.23 Pfizer Inc 17.11 +.34 Sears Holding 68.22 +.16 Spartan Motors 6.00 +.35 TCF Financial 14.97 +.44 Walmart Stores 54.45 -.64 Gold $1397.03 -$1.02 Silver $29.45 -.83 Dow Jones Average 11476.54 117.38 Volume on NYSE 899M -158M SOCIAL SECURITY COLUMN Spousal benefits offer increased retirement options by Vonda VanTil Social Security Public Affairs Specialist You may have more options than you know when it comes to Social Security benefits. Like many, you probably have given some thought to your own retirement plans. You know you can retire as early as age 62 and get reduced benefits. You know you can wait until your full retirement age and get full benefits. You also may know you can defer collecting benefits and accrue delayed retirement credits up to age 70, which will boost your payment. Did you know that being a spouse or a widower gives you even more choices? For example, if you have reached your full retirement age when you elect to receive benefits and are eligible for a spouse’s or ex-spouse’s benefit and your own retirement benefit, you may choose to receive only spouse’s benefits. In this way, you can continue to earn delayed retirement credits on your own Social Security record. You then may file for bene- fits on your own record later and receive a higher monthly benefit based on the effect of delayed retirement credits. Widows and widowers have similar options. Widows and widowers can begin receiving Social Security benefits at age 60 (at age 50 if they are disabled) and later switch to a full benefit on their own other record. For example, a woman could take a reduced widow’s benefit at age 60 or 62 and then switch to her full (100 percent) retirement benefit when she reaches full retirement age. If you already are receiving reduced benefits and you then are widowed, you may want to wait until full retirement age to claim survivor’s benefits. Then your benefits as a survivor will not be reduced for your age. Vonda VanTil is the public affairs specialist for West Michigan. You can write her c/o Social Security Administration, 50 College SE, Grand Rapids MI 49503 or via e-mail at vonda.vantil@ssa.gov. Tea Party Patriots group forming in Barry County • Kitchen Knives • Quality Pots & Pans • Coffee Makers • Slow Cookers • Towels • T-shirts • Ceramic Pots of All Sizes • Wet Vac • Stain Glass Table Lamps ...and much, much more Sam’s Gourmet Foods WANTED EDWARD JONES The public is being invited to have an opportunity to be in on the ground floor of a movement that is quickly spreading nationwide. A Barry County Tea Party Patriots group is being formed, and its first meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 13 at the County Courts and Law Building, 206 W. Court St. in Hastings. State Sen. Rick Jones will be the guest speaker at the local group’s first meeting. “At this time we are involved in building our organization,” said Gary L. Munson, of Delton, who is the temporary chairman of the Barry County group. “The process of developing goals and principles will follow after considerable group analysis and discussions. However, our efforts and concentration will often be on local issues throughout the Barry County communities. Progress in this area will take a little time...” The Barry County Tea Party will elect officers in April. At this point, Munson is the one who is spearheading the effort. Other local residents are part of a core group to help get the group underway. The Barry County Tea Party will have an affiliation with the Southwest Michigan Tea Party Patriots, joining the ranks with Allegan, Cass, Calhoun, Eaton, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph and Van Buren counties, he said. “Which do you perceive, endangered freedoms or peaceful slavery? The first is a curable but disrupting frustration, and the latter is a societal death sentence, targeted to destroy personal esteem, self respect and a way of life,” Munson said in a written statement. “Today’s governing culture is clearly in the endangered freedoms mode and some might say it’s fast approaching peaceful slav- ery, where Americans become wards of a notso-benevolent and often out-of-control government. “Regardless of their political affiliations, the masses are furious with being constantly ignored and intentionally misled. Our unalienable rights are maliciously trampled while our hard earned tax dollars are being shoveled out the back door with little justification. At first, folks rejoiced over the promised renaissance, but short term reality brought on remorseful dissension,” he continued. “Indifference didn’t just start at the grass roots level. It went all the way back to a planted seed ... a TV comment of the original Boston Tea Party event by one frustrated Chicago stock trader. That seed has now been growing for nearly two years and is beginning to fill the American political landscape with deep, robust green patriotic grass, dotted with flag poles sporting the grand ole‚ red, white and blue. “The birth of the Tea Party Patriots has reached local levels, state by state, and now county by county. Joined hands and locked arms are the nemesis to the arrogance of those who endanger our freedoms and is a resistor to those favoring peaceful slavery. We are the ‘trust, but verify’ voice of America,” Munson said. “The people of Barry County know that freedom is not free. A price has to be paid and energies have to be expended. Barry County Tea Party Patriots are answering the call and stepping up to build a firewall of protection.” He invites interested people to attend the January meeting “and feel the spirit of the Tea Party movement with no membership demands, just patriotic fervor to inspire.” �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 16, 2010 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... 1940s and 1950s activities highlight the holidays Stories from the archives this week tell of events that some county residents may recall fondly. Others may be surprised that during the late 1940s, children from across the county were treated to a Christmas movie at a local theater, or that Hastings teachers would gather for a carol service orchestrated by the school superintendent. Whether readers are reminiscing or learning anew, here are a few stories promoting holiday events that once took place here. ***** Banner, Dec. 11, 1947 Teachers’ 23rd carol service to help usher in Yule season Instructors in the city’s schools will help herald in the Christmas season Sunday afternoon at 4 o’clock when they present their 23rd annual carol service, under the direction of Superintendent D.A. VanBuskirk. Sunday’s program, which will also be VanBuskirk’s 23rd, will be presented in two parts, with Principal Walter Perkins, Central School, as general chairman, and Stanley Wheater, as chairman of Part II. The carol service, which has become increasingly popular through the years, will open with the traditional processional, and Part I will include the singing of familiar carols and Part II will include the Christmas story told in music and silhouette. The program will open with three carols by the high school brass ensemble and a fanfare of heralds to be followed by the processional, “O Come All Ye Faithful” (Latin). Other numbers include “Everywhere, Everywhere Christmas Tonight” (English), “From Heaven High I Come to You” (German), “Silent Night, Holy Night” (German), “Parthenia Carol” (Italian), “Angels and Shepherds” (Bohemian), “Westminister Carol” (French-English), “It Came Upon a Midnight Clear” (American), and “Lo, How a Rose Ere Blooming,” by Praetorius. “Deck the Halls” (Welsh), “Up On The Housetop” (American), “Jolly Old St. Nicholas” (American), “O Little Town of Bethelem” (English), “Bright a Torch Jeannette, Isabella” (French), “He is Sleeping in a Manger” (German) and “Sleep, Holy Babe,” by Dykes. Part I will close with the “Hallelujah Chorus” from “The Messiah.” Part II includes temple interior, the annunciation, shepherds and angels, little town of Bethlehem and the stable in Bethlehem. Banner, Dec. 16, 1948 2,000 youngsters to gather here for Christmas party Over 2,000 youngsters from Barry County’s schools are expected to gather in Hastings at set hours Friday morning and afternoon for the annual Christmas movie party to be presented at the Barry and Strand theaters. Preparations have been completed for the screening of film to provide enjoyment and entertainment to youngsters by management of the theaters which is cooperating with the retail division of the chamber of commerce in sponsoring the party. Santa Claus, in full regalia, is to make a personal visit to all three parties at both theaters, and members of the police department have sacked hundreds of pounds of sweets for the event. Teachers in the schools were urged again yesterday to get enough tickets for their pupils at the Strand office so that no youngster who wants to attend will be disappointed. Children of preschool age who want to attend with older brothers and sisters may do so, but teachers should also ascertain their numbers and get sufficient tickets. Students from the south and southwest portions of the county are scheduled to attend the party that begins at both theaters at 10 a.m., County Superintendent of Schools Arthur Lathrop reports. Children from the northern half of the county are to attend the parties at 1 p.m., and children from the Hastings schools will attend at 3 o’clock. Banner, Dec. 10, 1953 Santa to visit elementary pupils in Barry Schools Children in Hastings Central School, St. Rose, Delton, Woodland, Nashville, Middleville and Freeport and others will receive personal visits from Santa in the days before Christmas, and Old St. Nick is also going to make a grand entrance by airplane into Hastings Saturday, Dec. 19. Santa will visit elementary pupils in the country’s largest schools, according to a wire from his headquarters at the “North Pole,” distributing sweets and making more happiness for the youngsters as they prepare for the joyful Feast of Christmas. Next Thursday, Dec. 17, the old boy will visit 650 children at a party at Central School at 2:45 p.m. The following day, he will visit children at the Second Ward school at 10:45 a.m. and the First Ward school at 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18, he will make glad 175 hearts at the St. Rose Christmas party and Monday at 11:15, he will visit 400 children at Delton’s school. Tuesday at 10 a.m., St. Nick pays his flying visit to Middleville’s 600 pupils and at 2 p.m., he will visit the 275 children at Woodland. Wednesday at 9:30 a.m., his itinerary calls for him to be at Nashville to visit 475 children and at 12 noon, he will personally visit youngsters at the Kiwanis Christmas party. Freeport will be his last school stop, and Santa will be there at 9:30 a.m. to greet 170 children. Santa Claus will spend a lot of time in the Hastings business district. He will be at the Food Center from 9 to 12 and 1 to 6 p.m. this Saturday, Dec. 12, and again Thursday, Dec. 17, from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, he will be at the Food Center from 2 to 6 and 7 to 9 p.m., and again the following day from 2:30 to 6 p.m. Banner, Dec. 2, 1948 Model train unit attracts “kiddies” Hastings stores and business places – gaily decorated with the traditional cheerful Christmas colors – are attracting more and more shoppers seeking gifts to make their youngsters and oldsters happy, and one of the outstanding Yule displays is town is he K-B Supply Company’s [146 W. State St.] model train exhibit. Since it was installed and placed in operation, groups of kiddies – from 2 through 80 – watch enthralled the six-car passenger train and the 10-car freight as they belch smoke rounding the turns and whistle going through the tunnels of the countryside. The model was constructed by Elwood “Woody” Bachelder during his spare time. It took six months of it. It is built to scale with the forms covered with a wire mesh and then plastered. After the plastering, it was painted, sprinkled with sawdust to give the terrain a “real” effect, and then painted again. The model is six by 16 feet and the scale has three-sixteenths of an inch equaling one foot. Bachelder, a partner with Robert Klevorn in the store, built it in four sections at his home, and the first time it was put together was when it was taken to the store. They fit. The model, of course, includes a landing field with airplanes. It’s generally operated by the former Army flier and former manager of the Hastings airport, and some wonder who enjoys it the most – Bachelder, the other grownups, or the kiddies? “ S t r etchi n g ” THISS AUTO Hastings “Your repair dollars go further at” • SAVE 10% to 25% on Service & Mechanical Repairs Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic • Wheel Alignment. . . . . . . . . from $35.95 • Lube, Oil & Filter. . . . . . . . . . from $17.95 up to 5 qts. oil by appointment • Collision & Auto Body Repairs 2295 South M-37 Hwy., Hastings (269) 948-3387 Dennis Thiss, Owner Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply Satisfaction Guaranteed Repairs! 77552397 Christmas in Hastings –The Christmas season is always most joyful throughout Hastings which welcomes happy shoppers to the stores glittering with wonderful gifts for the young and old. The downtown area was especially gay Saturday morning when Santa Claus himself arrived at State and Jefferson on a firetruck. Santa, as you can see in the picture on the left, was practically lost in the throng of boys and girls who greeted him and received sweets. On the right Santa holds Brenda Strimback, 3-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Strimback of R4, Hastings. Local stores have extended their shopping hours to make shopping during the last few days more convenient for everyone. [Banner, Dec. 17, 1964.] Bald eagles spotted at Algonquin Lake It was an exciting day when members of the Evans household were able to watch and photograph bald eagles in their neighborhood at Algonquin Lake, Hastings. “My daughter, Valerie, just happened to look outside across the lake late Sunday morning (Dec. 12), and witnessed a bald eagle preying on a Canada goose,” said Dan Evans. “It had been rumored that a pair of bald eagles had been spotted near the lake over the past year, but this is the first time we had seen them.” The photos they took were shot from the peninsula in the center of Algonquin Lake, looking southeast,” he said. The eagle was approximately 200 yards from the camera. One of the photos shows the eagle attempting to take off with a goose, but it wasn't able. In the meantime, 13 swans and several geese and ducks were swimming nearby. The eagle finally gave up trying to fly away with the goose and decided to dine on its prey right on the ice. “After about an hour, another eagle (possibly the mate) arrives on the scene, and the first eagle momentarily retreats to a neighbor's tree, less than 100 feet from the camera. “Later that day, one of the eagles returned to my neighbor's tree, and two very agitated crows attempted to scare it away. The eagle just ignored the crows,” Dan said. This is one of the bald eagles observed at Algonquin Lake last Sunday. (Photos submitted by Dan Evans) An eagle attempted to take off with a goose at Algonquin Lake, but it wasn't able. The eagle finally gave up trying to fly away with the goose and decided to dine on its prey right on the ice. �Page 10 — Thursday, December 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jeffrey L Cain and Kari Cain, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 3652 England Dr, Shelbyville, MI 49344-9451. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 13, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 13, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552457 File # 355293F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Renee M. Possett and J. Todd Possett, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2003, and recorded on July 7, 2003 in instrument 1108012, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-Three and 73/100 Dollars ($321,733.73), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 8, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, thence South 00 degrees 38 minutes 43 seconds West, along the West line of said Section 8, a distance of 752.28 feet to the centerline of Bowens Mill Road; thence South 84 degrees 54 minutes 26 seconds East along said centerline, 953.69 feet; thence South 86 degrees 06 minutes 00 seconds East along said centerline, 241.50 feet; thence North 03 degrees 56 minutes West, 219.80 feet to the true place of beginning; thence continuing North 03 degrees 56 minutes West, 136.20 feet; thence North 05 degrees 10 minutes East, 123.35 feet to Barlow Lake; thence South 65 degrees 41 feet East along Barlow Lake, 101.00 feet to the outlet of Barlow Lake; thence South 08 degrees 03 minutes West along said outlet, 95.1 feet to a chisled cross on a concrete wall; thence continuing along said outlet, South 11 degrees 37 minutes 53 seconds East, 47.13 feet to the Northwest corner of the Headbridge Opening; thence South 83 degrees 30 seconds West, 16.40 feet; thence South 22 degrees 30 minutes 11 seconds West, 88.00 feet; thence North 80 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West, 41.00 feet to the place of beginning. Together with a non-exclusive easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 10 feet in width lying East of and adjacent to a line described as: Beginning at the Southwesterly corner of the above-described parcel and extending South 03 degrees 56 minutes East, 219.80 feet to the centerline of Bowens Mill Road. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #311579F01 77552206 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Laurie Taylor, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 8, 2008, and recorded on May 9, 2008 in instrument 20080509-0005004, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-Eight and 37/100 Dollars ($131,658.37), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel Of Land Located In The West 1/2 Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Section 27, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, More Particularly Described As Follows: Beginning At The Intersection Of The South Boundary Line Of Bever Road And The East Line Of The West 1/2 Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Said Section; Thence West Along The South Line Of Bever Road A Distance Of 270 Feet; Thence South Parallel To Said East Line Of The West 1/2 Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Said Section. A Distance Of 322 2/3 Feet; Thence East Parallel To The South Line Of Bever Road A Distance Of 270 Feet To The Said East Line Of The West 1/2 Of The Southeast 1/4 Of Said Section; Thence North Along Said East Line A Distance Of 322 2/3 Feet To The Place Of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551604 File #283381F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Roderick Meeuwsen and Denette Meeuwsen, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 26, 2006, and recorded on November 13, 2006 in instrument 1172622, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty and 71/100 Dollars ($107,920.71), including interest at 9.95% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 200 feet North and 132 feet West of the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, according to the Government Survey thereof, thence West 183 feet; thence North 200 feet; thence East 183 feet; thence South 200 feet to the Place of Beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress and egress over the following: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan; thence West 100 feet for the Place of Beginning; thence West 32 feet; thence North 500 feet; thence East 32 feet; thence South 500 feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #151165F02 77552258 NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held Dec. 14, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77552379 Synopsis ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING December 7, 2010 Meeting called to order at 7:00. All board members present with the exception of Treasurer Ritchie. Approved minutes from November 9, 2010 meeting. Treasurer’s report received and put on file. Correspondence received. Fire report received and put on file. Parks and Recreation report received. Library report received. Public Comment received. Approved 2011 calendar. Approved paying of the bills. Approved motion to adjourn. Respectfully submitted, Jennifer Goy, Clerk Attested to by Thomas Rook, Supervisor 77552409 NOTICE OF MODIFICATION OPPORTUNITY Borrower(s): DONALD ASPINALL JR Property Address: 819 EAST MADISON, HASTINGS, MI 49058 Pursuant to MCLA 600.3205a please be advised of the following: You have a right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The name of the firm designated as the representative of the mortgage servicer is: Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. and designee can be contacted at the address and phone number below. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's website at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or by calling 1-800-A-SHELTER, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year-round. If a meeting is requested with the designee shown above, foreclosure proceedings will NOT be commenced until 90 days after the date the notice mailed to you on 12/09/2010. If an agreement is reached to modify your mortgage loan the mortgage will NOT be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. The website for the Michigan State Bar Lawyer Referral Service is http://www.michbar.org/programs/lawyerreferral.cfm and the toll free number is 800-9680738. You may bring an action in circuit court if you are required by law to be served notice and foreclosure proceedings are commenced, without such notice having been served upon you. If you have previously agreed to modify your mortgage loan within the past twelve (12) months under the terms of the above statute, you are not eligible to participate in this program unless you have complied with the terms of the mortgage loan, as modified. Notice given by: Randall S. Miller Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 313-583-3336 (Loan Modification Dept.) loanmods@millerlaw.biz Case No. 10MI03354-1 Dated: December 16, 2010 PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS OFFICE MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PUR77552367 POSE. NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by BRAD A. GEE AND JULIE L. GEE, whose address is 575 Indian Hills Drive, Hastings, MI 49058, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, on April 15, 2008 and recorded at Document #20080422-0004347 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses, the sum of $118,234.87 as of November 1, 2010 with interest at the rate of 7.00%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgages, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse, County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on the 13th day of January, 2011 at 1:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 7.00%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorney’s fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, to wit: LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN: LOTS 1 AND 2 OF BLOCK NO.1 OF R.J. GRANTS SECOND ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, IN LIBER 1 OF PLATS PAGE 16. Commonly known as: 906 N. MICHIGAN AVE., HASTINGS, MI 49058 Property Tax Identification No. 08-55-045-00100. That if after inspection by the lender, the property is determined to be abandoned, the redemption period shall be shortened from six (6) months to thirty (30) days pursuant to statute. Dated: November 23, 2010 Union Bank of Lake Odessa by: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) Attorney for Union Bank Drafted By: Timothy L. Tromp, P.C. (P41571) 501 West State Street 77551664 Hastings, MI 49058 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 2010-25729-DE Estate of William Wesley Johnson. Date of birth: 04/01/1932. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, William Wesley Johnson, who lived at 240 E. North Street, Hastings, Michigan died 04/20/2004. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Candee L. VanDomelen, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court St., Suite 302, Hastings and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Paul G. VanGessel P33934 1799 R.W. Berends DR. S.W. Wyoming, MI 49519 (616) 531-5080 Candee L. VanDomelen 329-126th Ave. Wayland, MI 49348 77552422 (269) 792-4178 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary Lee Wiggins and Jodi Wiggins, husband and wife, who executes this instrument for the sole purpose of subordinating her dower and homestead interest to the lien of this mortgage, original mortgagor(s), to Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., Mortgagee, dated May 18, 2005, and recorded on July 1, 2005 in instrument 1148883, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Eight and 73/100 Dollars ($93,688.73), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 4, Brookfield Acres Subdivision, as recorded in Liber 5, Page 29 of Plats, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551944 File #242530F04 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lewis Guernsey, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 17, 2004, and recorded on September 24, 2004 in instrument 1134431, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Eight Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Six and 63/100 Dollars ($68,256.63), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 29, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, distant North 88 degrees 59 minutes 50 seconds East 220.00 feet from the North 1/4 corner thereof; thence North 88 degrees 59 minutes 50 seconds East 452.30 feet along said North Section line; thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 20 seconds West 726.33 feet to the North line of abandoned Penn Central Railroad right of way; thence South 88 degrees 20 minutes 34 seconds West 672.51 feet along said North right of way line, to the NorthSouth quarter line of Section 29; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 20 seconds East 503.01 feet along said quarter line; thence North 88 degrees 59 minutes 50 seconds East 220.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 20 seconds East 231.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #349953F01 77552243 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Daniel James Johnson and Julie Ann Johnson 777 South M-43 Highway Rutland, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/ counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800-968-0738. Dated: December 16, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 241.5568 ASAP# 77552448 FNMA3845762 12/16/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy J Ward and Joyce Ward, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 30, 2008, and recorded on July 11, 2008 in instrument 20080711-0007112, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-Four and 87/100 Dollars ($64,974.87), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 27, of plat of Ridgewood Hills, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5, Page(s) 85, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551961 File #347920F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeffery T. Kieliszewski and Amy M. Kieliszewski, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 8, 2005, and recorded on July 13, 2005 in instrument 1149338, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Three Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Nine and 15/100 Dollars ($63,869.15), including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 13, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 7 and 8, Supervisors Plat of Howard Point according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats, On Page 74. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #352288F01 77552439 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 16, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carol L. Davis, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to New Century Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2003, and recorded on November 3, 2003 in instrument 1116992, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for the Certificateholders of the Morgan Stanley ABS Capital 1 Inc. Trust 2004NC2, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-NC2 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Seven Thousand Eight Hundred FiftyThree and 51/100 Dollars ($77,853.51), including interest at 7.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 13, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as follows: Commencing on the West line of Beatrice Street at a point which is North one degree 47 minutes East 130.0 feet from the Northeast corner of Lot 9 of Sam Bravata Plat; thence North 1 degree 47 minutes East 120.53 feet along said West line; thence North 68 degrees 23 minutes West 62.25 feet; thence Northwesterly 82.96 feet along a 233.0 foot radius curve to the right, the long chord of which bears North 58 degrees 11 minutes West 82.52 feet to the extended West line of said Lot 9; thence South 1 degree 47 minutes West 182.95 feet along said extended line; thence South 88 degrees 13 minutes East 130.0 feet to the place of beginning. Except the South 65 feet thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552433 File #355035F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Vicki S Harnish, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to First American Real Estate and Finance Corporation, Mortgagee, dated November 3, 2004, and recorded on December 2, 2004 in instrument 1138047, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fidelity Bank, a Federally Chartered Savings Bank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Six Hundred Eight and 62/100 Dollars ($102,608.62), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 17, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 458.00 feet along the North line of said Northeast 1/4 to the point of beginning; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 200.00 feet; thence South 01 degrees 08 minutes 36 minutes East 660.00 feet parallel with the West line of said Northeast 1/4; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 200.00 feet; thence North 01 degrees 08 minutes 36 seconds West 660.00 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to highway right of way for Bowens Mill road. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #339370F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kris A. Robertson Joined by Spouse Megan Roberson, original mortgagor(s), to Solstice Capital Group Inc., Mortgagee, dated July 8, 2005, and recorded on August 24, 2005 in instrument 1151615, and modified by agreement dated June 21, 2006, and recorded on September 1, 2006 in instrument 1169435, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Bank of America, National Associations successor by merger to LaSalle Bank NA as trustee for WaMu Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series WMABS 2006HE1 Trust as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Nine Thousand Twenty-Seven and 28/100 Dollars ($159,027.28), including interest at 9.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in City of Delton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel of land in section 26, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan described as: Beginning at a poing on the North and South 1/4 line of section 26, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, distant North 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds West 1600.36 feet from the South 1/4 post of said section 26; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 236.60 feet; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds West parallel with said north and South 1/4 line 797.59 feet to the Southwest corner of Lot 12 of Brookview according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 48 in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County Michigan; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West along the South line of said Plat of Brookview 236.60 feet to said North and South 1/4 line thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds East along said North and South 1/4 line 797.59 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to an easement for ingress and egress described as: Beginning at a point on the North and South 1/4 lineof section 26 Town 1 North Range 9 West distant North 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds West 1600.36 feet from the South 1/4 post of said section 26 thence continuing north 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seocnds West 20.00 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seocnds East 236.60 feet; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds East 20.00 feet; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 236.60 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to the right of the public and of any governmental unit in any part thereof taken used of deeded for street, road or highway purposes. Subject to easement and restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551985 File #347651F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on May 18, 2005 by Cabro Partners, LLC, Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgagee was recorded on May 23, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1146876. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Four Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-Three and 26/100 Dollars ($449,923.26), including interest at 7.0% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On December 30, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law, the property located in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Parcel 8: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of said Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road and the true point of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 353.00 feet to the Northerly right of way line of Enterprise Drive; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 207 feet along said Northerly line; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 400.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 163.51 feet; thence South 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds East, 63.92 feet to the point of beginning. 77552036 EXCEPT: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road; thence along said Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 328.50 feet to the true point of beginning; thence continuing along the Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 24.50 feet to the North right-ofway line of Enterprise Drive; thence along said North right-of-way line of Enterprise Drive North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 23.16 feet; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 17.33 feet; thence North 38 degrees 03 minutes 12 seconds East, 9.10 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 17.58 feet to the point of beginning. Tax Parcel No.: 55-265-028-00; More commonly known as 1135 Enterprise Drive, Hastings, Michigan. The redemption period shall be six months from the date of sale. Dated: November 23, 2010 MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank /s/ Rachel J. Foster By: Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 77551658 269-226-2982 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles Lumbert and Janice M. Lumbert, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated February 23, 2004, and recorded on February 24, 2004 in instrument 1122692, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Eight Hundred Three and 14/100 Dollars ($102,803.14), including interest at 7.198% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Center of section 23, town 1 North, Range 10 West, Prairieville Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North 89 degrees 23 minutes 46 seconds West along the East and West 1/4 line of said section a distance of 171.20 feet to the intersection of the centerline of Lockshore Road and said east and West 1/4 line; thence South 03 degrees 53 degrees 57 minutes East along said Centerline 1,120.74 feet to the true place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 24 minutes 08 seconds West 294.92 feet; thence south 00 degrees 02 minutes 26 seconds West 199.40 feet to a point on the South line of the North 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said section; thence South 89 degrees 24 minutes 08 degrees East along said Southline of the north 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, a distance of 308.86 feet to a point on the centerline of said Lockshore 200.00 feet to the place of beginning. Containing 1.38 acres, Subject to Easement over the east 33.00 feet for public Highway purposes. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551954 File #336238F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by ALDEN VINCENT, whose address 11944 Nashville Hwy., Nashville, MI 49073, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, on February 23, 2009 and recorded at Document #20090226-0001769 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses, the sum of $63,815.20 as of November 1, 2010 with interest at the rate of 6.75%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgages, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse, County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on the 20th day of January, 2011 at 1:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 6.75%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorney’s fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, towit: THE NORTH 74 FEET OF LOT L AND 7, BLOCK 15, EASTERN ADDITION OF THE CITY, FORMERLY VILLAGE OF HASTINGS, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. Commonly known as: 619 S. Hanover Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Property Tax Identification No. 08-55-220-07600. That if after inspection by the lender, the property is determined to be abandoned, the redemption period shall be shortened from six (6) months to thirty (30) days pursuant to statute. Dated: December 8, 2010 Drafted by: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 United Bank of Lake Odessa BY: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) 77552450 Attorney for Union Bank THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James S. Moseley and Iris M. Moseley, husband and wife, to Great American Acceptance Corporation, Mortgagee, dated May 9, 2003 and recorded May 15, 2003 in Instrument Number 1104362, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Eight and 28/100 Dollars ($113,228.28) including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 6, 2011. Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the South 1/2, Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 1605.0 feet along the East line of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 1386.0 feet parallel with the South line of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section to the place of beginning of this description; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 250.0 feet; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 974.07 feet to reference point C; thence North 8 degrees 30 minutes 11 seconds West 621.95 feet along the Easterly line of the Penn Central Railroad right of way (100 feet wide); thence South 71 degrees 01 minutes East 1127.34 feet to the place of beginning. Also beginning North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 101.14 feet from above described reference point C; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 87 feet more or less to the waters edge of Thornapple River; thence meandering Northerly along said waters edge to the Westerly line of said railroad right of way; thence South 8 degrees 30 minutes 11 seconds East 617 feet more or less to the place of beginning, hereby giving and granting also an easement for purposes of ingress and egress to and from said hereinbefore described premises to Loop Road over and across the land hereinafter described as "Parcel X". Parcel X: That part of the Southeast 1/4, Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of said Southeast 1/4, which is North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 800.00 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 375.0 feet parallel with the South line of said Southeast 1/4; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 206.0 feet; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds West 1295.0 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 66.0 feet; thence South 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds East 284.0 feet thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 1012.20 feet; thence North 89 degrees 50 minutes 24 seconds East 66.0 feet along the South line of the North 960 feet of said Southeast 1/4; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 1012.50 feet; thence South 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds East 845.0 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes East 200.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 54 minutes 20 seconds East 475.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes West 60.0 feet along the East line of said Southeast 1/4 to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: November 25, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.7205 ASAP# 3824141 11/25/2010, 77551626 12/02/2010, 12/09/2010, 12/16/2010 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT; ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW. ATTENTION POTENTIAL PURCHASERS AT FORECLOSURE SALE: In the case of resolution prior to or simultaneously with the aforementioned foreclosure sale, Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) may rescind this sale at any time prior to the end of the redemption period. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited to the return of your bid amount tendered at the sale, plus interest. Default having occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by Stanley E. Jacobs, a married man, ("Debtors") to Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) ("Green Tree"), dated December 23, 1998, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry in the State of Michigan on January 7, 1999, in Document Number 1023354, et. seq., on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due as of the date of this Notice the sum of $142,920.51, which amount may or may not be the entire indebtedness owed by Debtors to Green Tree together with interest at 8.00 percent per annum. NOW THEREFORE, Notice is hereby given that the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative and that pursuant to that power of sale and MCL 600.3201 et. seq., on January 20, 2011 at 1:00 p.m., on the East steps of the Circuit Court Building in Hastings, Michigan, that being the place for holding the Circuit Court and/or for conducting such foreclosure sales for the County of Barry, there will be offered at public sale, the premises, or some part thereof, described in said Mortgage as follows, to-wit: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF MAPLE GROVE, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN, IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: PARCEL A: THAT PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 25, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE WEST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 25; THENCE RUN NORTH ALONG THE WEST SECTION LINE A DISTANCE OF 2335.33 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL OF LAND; THENCE CONTINUING NORTH ALONG THE SAID WEST SECTION LINE A DISTANCE OF 253.00 FEET TO THE PHYSICAL CENTERLINE OF CLOVERDALE ROAD; THENCE RUN SOUTH 82 DEGREES 43' 38" EAST ALONG THE SAID CENTERLINE A DISTANCE OF 53.50 FEET; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG THE SAID CENTERLINE ON A 1981.30 FEET RADIUS CURVE TO THE LEFT A DISTANCE OF 466.70 FEET, THE CHORD BEARS SOUTH 89 DEGREES 28' 31" EAST A DISTANCE OF 465.62 FEET; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG THE SAID CENTERLINE NORTH 83 DEGREES 46' 36" EAST A DISTANCE OF 363.36 FEET; THENCE RUN SOUTH A DISTANCE OF 267.79 FEET; THENCE RUN SOUTH 89 DEGREES 06' 59" WEST A DISTANCE OF 880.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. which also includes any interest Green Tree may have in the 1999 Redman Mobile Home, Serial Number 143T1670. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of sale unless the property is established to be abandoned pursuant to MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of sale or fifteen (15) days from the date the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(b) was posted and mailed. Dated: December 7, 2010 Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) By: DONALD A. BRANDT (P30183) BRANDT, FISHER, ALWARD & ROY, P.C. Attorneys for Green Tree 1241 E. Eighth Street, P.O. Box 5817 Traverse City, Michigan 49696-5817 (231) 941-9660 77552373 File No.: 6140.0861 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James H. Brayton, a married man and Justine A Brayton, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., Mortgagee, dated November 7, 2006, and recorded on November 17, 2006 in instrument 1172881, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Seven and 82/100 Dollars ($105,567.82), including interest at 3.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, described as: commencing 146 feet North of the intersection of the North line of Sherman Street and the East line of Middle Street, running thence North 45 feet to the South line of Lot formerly owned by John Bell, thence East 132 feet to alley, thence South 45 feet, thence West to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552235 File #267061F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy Dirks, a married man, Kristy J. Dirks, a married woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2005, and recorded on November 3, 2005 in instrument 1155691, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Twelve and 75/100 Dollars ($129,412.75), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that parcel of Land in Township of Barry, Barry County, State of Michigan, as more fully described in Deed Instrument #1105581, ID#08-03-023-00406, being known and designated as; beginning at the 1/4 corner common to Section 22 and 23, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, thence North 00 degrees, 10 minutes 32 seconds West, 1319.33 feet along the Section line common to Sections 22 and 23; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 14 seconds East, 274.67 feet along the North line of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 23; thence South 43 degrees 43 minutes 30 seconds East, 456.56 feet; thence South 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds West, 696.33 feet to the true point of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds West, 220.00 feet; thence South 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds West, 200.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East 220.00 feet; thence North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 200.00 feet to the point of beginning. Together with a private easement for ingress, egress and public utilities purposes, 99 feet in width described as: Beginning at a point on the East-West 1/4 line of Section 23, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, distant South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East, 255.97 feet from the West 1/4 corner of said Section 23; thence North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 255.97 feet from the West 1/4 corner of said Section 23; thence North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 99.59 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East, 454.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 07 minutes 31 seconds West 99.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds West 464.81 feet along said East-West 1/4 line to the Point of Beginning. Also: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 23, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East, 475.97 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 23; thence North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 299.59 feet for the place of beginning; thence continuing North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 100.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds West, 120.00 feet; thence South 06 degrees 21 minutes 18 seconds West, 100.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East, 120.00 feet to the place of beginning. By fee simple deed from Timothy Dirks and Kristy Dirks, husband and wife as set forth in Inst #1105581 dated 5/28/2003 and recorded 06/02/2003, Barry County Records. State of Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551990 File #200910F02 �Page 12 — Thursday, December 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Sandra Rosenberg, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 3850 Wood School Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-9538. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 14, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 14, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552514 File # 354664F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Matthew Colborn and Sherri Colborn, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 20 Market St, Middleville, MI 493339270. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 13, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 13, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. NY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552461 File # 355839F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brenton J. Wallis, A Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 8, 2007, and recorded on February 21, 2007 in instrument 1176664, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Two Thousand One Hundred Thirty-Nine and 93/100 Dollars ($202,139.93), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 13, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel A: Commencing at the West 1/4 Post of Section 21, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Thence North 00 Degrees 00 Minutes 00 Seconds East 376.36 Feet along the West line of said Section 21, thence North 88 Degrees 37 Minutes 00 Seconds East 13.92 feet to the West line of said Section 21 as surveyed by Clayton S. Hay in Survey dated June 30, 1971 and the Place of beginning, thence North 88 Degrees 37 Minutes 00 Seconds East 450.00 Feet, thence South 01 Degrees 25 Minutes 23 Seconds East 185.00 Feet, thence South 88 Degrees 37 Minutes 00 Seconds West 450.00 Feet to the Centerline of a Drive (Referred to as a Highway in Previous Deed of Record) thence North 01 Degrees 25 Minutes 23 Seconds West 185.00 Feet to the Place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552425 File #352016F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rebecca S. Dipp, a married woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 16, 2004, and recorded on January 21, 2004 in instrument 1121032, and rerecorded on February 2, 2004 in instrument 1121649, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Weststar Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-Two and 13/100 Dollars ($72,582.13), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 19, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 00 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds East 793.68 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section 19; thence South 89 degrees 25 minutes 31 seconds West 880.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 19 minutes 55 seconds East, 221.68 feet; thence North 89 degrees 32 minutes 05 seconds East, 880.00 feet to said Section line; thence south 00 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds West 220.00 feet along said Section line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the easterly 60 feet thereof for North M-43 highway, and any other easements or restriction of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552030 File #337629F01 TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF PRAIRIEVILLE TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held by the Prairieville Township Zoning Board of Appeals on January 5, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. at the Prairieville Township Hall, 10115 S. Norris Road, within the Township. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the item(s) to be considered at this Public Hearing include, in brief, the following: 1. A request by Gary & Deb Stoyanoff, 11687 Ford Point, Plainwell MI 49080 for a variance from the lot size requirements set forth in section 4.41 – “Schedule of lot, yard and area requirements” to allow for a modification of the property lines of a non-conforming parcel. The subject property 12-180-023-00 and 12-180-022-00 is located within the “R2” Residential District. 2. Such other and further matters as may properly come before the Planning Commission for this meeting. All interested persons are invited to be present or submit written comments on this matter(s) to the below Township office address. Prairieville Township will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Prairieville Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Prairieville Township Clerk at the address or telephone number set forth below. 77552516 Jim Stoneburner, Township Supervisor NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jason Allen Markley and Karyn Lee Markley, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 219 W Benson St, Hastings, MI 49058-1226. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Select Portfolio Servicing, Inc., 3815 S West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84165-0250; Phone 888-818-6032 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 13, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 13, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552467 File # 341557F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by John Mark Reilly and Heidi Lee Reilly, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Washington Mutual Bank, FA, Mortgagee, dated October 29, 2004, and recorded on January 3, 2005 in instrument 1139519, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company as Trustee for Washington Mutual Mortgage Pass-Through-Certificate Series 2005AR2 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Sixty Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-One and 89/100 Dollars ($260,531.89), including interest at 2.953% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 1717 feet of the North 1015 feet of the South 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 23, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Castleton Township, Barry County, Michigan subject to an easment for Public Highway purpose over the Westerly 33 feet thereof for Price Road and any other easement or restriction of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 25, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551637 File #267650F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by April H. Murray and Richard G. Murray, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Hamilton Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated March 24, 2004, and recorded on March 31, 2004 in instrument 1124476, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Wachovia Bank of Delaware, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Six Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Seven and 42/100 Dollars ($176,397.42), including interest at 9.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 5 1/2 Rods of Lot 5, Block 7, Eastern Addition of the Village of Hastings (now city of Hastings), Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber A of Plats, Page 2 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #351133F01 77552248 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Robert Bassett and Wendy Bassett, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 947 Fisher Rd, Hastings, MI 490589460. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 13, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 13, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552459 File # 355964F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to William Woodmansee and Geneva Woodmansee, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 3640 E Butler Rd, Dowling, MI 49050-9760. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 13, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 13, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552463 File # 356010F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Nichole M. Kane, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 10378 S Norris Rd, Delton, MI 49046-8732. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 10, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 10, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552445 File # 178171F03 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to William Fields and Amanda Fields, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 635 E Colfax St, Hastings, MI 490581518. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 13, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 13, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552465 File # 353563F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mike Hughes, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 23, 2005, and recorded on March 3, 2005 in instrument 1142216, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-One Thousand Five Hundred Twenty-Five and 93/100 Dollars ($161,525.93), including interest at 12.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Being in the East 429 feet of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 7 West and described as follows: Commencing at a Point on the South Section line 329 feet West of the Southeast corner of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 3; thence West along the South line of said Section 3 100 feet; thence North parallel with the East line of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 750 feet; thence East parallel with the South line of said Section 100 feet; thence South to the Place of Beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #328143F01 77552042 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rodney C. McMillian and Tina L. McMillian, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 28, 2006, and recorded on July 7, 2006 in instrument 1166898, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Argent Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-M2 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Three Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-One and 95/100 Dollars ($123,381.95), including interest at 7.525% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that part of Section 16,Town 4 North, Range 7 West, described as Commencing 26 Rods 12 1/4 feet west from the Southeast corner of said section 16; thence East 3 1/2 Rods; thence North 12 Rods, thence West 3 1/2 Rods; thence South 12 Rods to point of beginning, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #349646F01 77552253 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 16, 2010 — Page 13 LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darwin R. Mead, an unmarried man, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated November 15, 2005 and recorded November 21, 2005 in Instrument Number 1156516, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-Six and 48/100 Dollars ($50,386.48) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 6, 2011. Said premises are located in the Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/4 of Section 33, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 33; thence South 624 feet, thence East 264 feet, thence North 624 feet, thence West 264 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 9, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.7009 ASAP# 3839011 12/09/2010, 12/16/2010, 77552270 12/23/2010, 12/30/2010 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Roxanne Williams, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 7120 S Broadway Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-8794. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 13, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 13, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552455 File # 355325F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by TIM BURD and KARI L. BURD, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 29, 2007, and recorded on February 8, 2007, in Document No. 1176213, and assigned by said mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2007-NC4, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand Twenty Dollars and Fifty-Four Cents ($165,020.54), including interest at 8.250% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o'clock, on January 6, 2011 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE SOUTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 26, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST, DESCRIBED AS COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE WEST 50 ACRES OF THE SOUTH 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 26; THENCE NORTH 330 FEET; THENCE WEST 471 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 330 FEET; THENCE EAST 471 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, CASTLETON TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 22, 2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2007-NC4 Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 ASAP# 3830572 12/02/2010, 12/09/2010, 12/16/2010, 77551949 12/23/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kenneth E. Easterday, as Trustee of the Kenneth E. Easterday Trust dated 5/11/2005, A Single Person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 12, 2009, and recorded on May 27, 2009 in instrument 20090527-0005583, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Eighty-Five and 28/100 Dollars ($105,085.28), including interest at 4.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1 of the Supervisor's Plat of Techland, according to the Recorded Plat thereof as Recorded in liber 3 of Plats, on Page 40 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551966 File #349801F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Curt G. Griffis AKA Curtis G. Griffis II and Tonya A. Griffis Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank of Indiana, Mortgagee, dated December 30, 2005, and recorded on January 4, 2006 in instrument 1158517, and assigned by said Mortgagee to National City Mortgage Company as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Four and 92/100 Dollars ($183,684.92), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit No. 16, Whispering Pines Estates Condominium according to the Master Deed Recorded in Liber 1023989, as amended, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 12, together with rights in the general common elements and the limited common elements as shown on the Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. he redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552285 File #348835F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Fern Taylor and Willie T. Taylor, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2005, and recorded on May 2, 2005 in instrument 1145762, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Nine Hundred SeventySix and 43/100 Dollars ($108,976.43), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 65, 66 and 67, Replat of Out Lot "A" of Fair Lake Park, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 88, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #350989F01 77552263 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jennifer J Tomko and Michael Tomko, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 502 S Broadway St, Hastings, MI 49058-2266. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 10, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 10, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552370 File # 253684F02 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on May 4, 2007, by Edward J. Bomer and Claire E. Bomer, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 7, 2007, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1180232, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Two and 57/100 Dollars ($122,002.57); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, January 13, 2011 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: South 16 Rods West 40 Rods Southeast › Section 31-3-7 Commonly known as: 3985 Morgan Road, Nashville, Michigan Tax parcel number: 08-05-031-060-00. The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire one (1) year from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: December 1, 2010 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 77552212 (517) 371-8253 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Loretta Pezet, a Single Woman to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated July 29, 2005 and recorded August 22, 2005 in Instrument # 1151447 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned through mesne assignments to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Argent Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-W2 by assignments of mortgage dated November 19, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Seven Hundred One Dollars and Fifty-Six Cents ($103,701.56) including interest 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on January 6, 2011 Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 4, of Block 1 of the Village of Freeport, according to the recorded plat thereof. Subject to easements, reservations, restrictions and limitations of record, if any. Commonly known as 157 Maple St, Freeport MI 49325 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 12/02/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Argent Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-W2 Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77552004 Our File No: 10-30437 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Todd A Earl, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 22, 2006, and recorded on December 1, 2006 in instrument 1173329, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Flagstar Bank, FSB as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Six Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Four and 99/100 Dollars ($136,684.99), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 18 of Carters Fine Lake Park Annex, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of plats on Page 1. Together with a right of way in common with others over the Northerly 15 feet of Lot 17 of Fine Lake Park, according to the recorded plat, as recorded in Liber 1 of plats, on Page 75. For the purpose of access to Fine Lake by foot only. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552048 File #349251F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Joseph R. Johnson and Cheryl Johnson, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Chase Bank USA, N.A., Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2007, and recorded on July 2, 2007 in instrument 1182499, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance, LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Eight Thousand One Hundred Forty-Seven and 07/100 Dollars ($198,147.07), including interest at 10% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point in the North and South 1/4 line of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 8 West and 28 chains and 9 links North 00 degrees 20 minutes West from the South 1/4 post thereof; thence South 86 degrees East 3 chains 83 links; thence South 35 degrees 10 minutes East 4 chains and 70 links to the Lake; thence South 02 degrees 30 minutes West 4 chains and 52 links; thence West 08 chains 21 links; thence North 22 degrees 15 minutes East 5 chains and 6 1/4 links; thence North 00 degrees 20 minutes East 4 chains and no links to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551995 File #349124F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Troy Hill a married man and Stacey L. Hill, signing for dower purposes only, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 28, 2006, and recorded on October 9, 2006 in instrument 1171172, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Eight Thousand Two and 74/100 Dollars ($188,002.74), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 13, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 21 of Valley Ridge Estates, a condominium according to the Master Deed recorded in Document No. 1153680 and replaced in Document No. 1158613, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County and designated as Subdivision Plan No. 44, together with rights in common and limited elements, as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 229 of the Public Acts of 1963 and Act 59 of Public Acts of 1978 and amendments thereto. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552469 File #298699F02 City of Hastings NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Hastings Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan, 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Planning Commission to hear comments and make a determination to amend Chapter 90 of the Hastings Code of 1970 by adding Article 6, Division 13B by amending Article 6, Division 9; and by deleting Article 6 Division 10A. These changes to the Code would create the A2 - Neighborhood Edge Business District and the B3 - Downtown Edge Business District. Written comments will be received on the above request at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269-945-2468) or TDD call relay services 1-800-649-3777. Thomas E. Emery, City Clerk City of Hastings NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Hastings Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Planning Commission to hear comments and make a determination on an extension of the moratorium on issuing City permits, licenses, or approvals for the sale or dispensation of medical marihuana previously established by Ordinance 459 adopted July 26, 2010. Written comments will be received on the above matter at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. Requests for information and/or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk. Contact City Hall 269.945.2468 or TDD call relay services 800.649.3777. Thomas E. Emery, City Clerk 77552520 �Page 14 — Thursday, December 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Law enforcement putting drunk drivers on the naughty list Drunk driving crackdown is now through Jan. 2 Motorists who want to stay off the naughty list — and out of jail — this festive season need to find a sober ride home after holiday gatherings. More than 200 law enforcement agencies are putting extra officers out on the roads to look for and arrest drunk drivers Dec. 16 to Jan. 2. Law enforcement officers in 35 counties, including Allegan, Barry, Calhoun, Ionia, Kalamazoo and Kent, will be conducting drunk driving enforcement paid for through federal traffic safety funds administered by the Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP). “The holidays are a time for family and friends to gather and celebrate,” said Michael L. Prince, OHSP director. “Help keep this festive season safe by not drinking and driving or planning ahead by designating a sober driver.” During last year’s Christmas and New Year’s holiday periods, 10 people died in traffic crashes. Four of those deaths were alco- hol-related. In 2009, there were 299 alcohol-related traffic deaths, a decrease of 5.7 percent from 2008. Although the number of alcohol-related traffic deaths declined last year, crashes involving alcohol are eight times more likely to be fatal. In Michigan, it is illegal to drive with a blood-alcohol content (BAC) of .08 or higher, although motorists can be arrested at any BAC level if an officer feels they are impaired. As of Oct. 31, motorists face enhanced penalties if arrested with a .17 BAC or higher. A motorist convicted of drunk driving can expect to face serious consequences, including up to 93 days in jail, up to a $500 fine, up to 360 hours of community service, 180 days of driving suspension, six points on a driver’s licenses If convicted under Michigan’s new high BAC law, in addition to points on their dri- Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale National Ads Help Wanted AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT KNOWINGLY accept advertising which is deceptive, fraudulent or might otherwise violate law or accepted standards of taste. However, this publication does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of any advertisement, nor the quality of goods or services advertised. Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all claims made in any advertisements, and to use good judgment and reasonable care, particularly when dealing with persons unknown to you ask for money in advance of delivery of goods or services advertised. LEGAL SECRETARY: fast paced high volume law firm seeking to hire a professional individual for our Administrative Assistant position. Must be neat punctual of proper professional appearance. Legal experience required. This office practices in all areas of law including: Civil & Criminal law along with Wills Trusts, Probate & Estate Planning & Bankruptcy. We are looking for a bright positive hard working self motivated individual. Send or deliver resume to: Trump Law offices 501 W. State St., Hastings, Mi. 49058 HOLIDAY HOME CRAFT SHOW. Sunday, December 19th., 12 noon to 8pm. 1017 N. Martin Rd., Woodland. Soy candles, fudge, English toffee, baskets & more. Several discounted items. Sample goodies while you shop. Raffle drawing at 5pm. Need not be present to win. For directions or orders call BRCreations (269)367-4625 or (269)993-8355 Estate Sale ESTATE/MOVING SALES: by Bethel Timmer - The Cottage House Antiques. (269)795-8717 SAVE THE DATE: Estate Sale, Jan 4th & 5th, Caledonia. Details to follow, by the Cottage House. For Rent FOR RENT GUN LAKE: 2bd apt. w/heat, garage, sewer & garbage included. Call Pat at Thornapple Marketing Services. (269)8381469 FOR RENT: 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, kitchen w/stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, den w/fireplace, livingroom, dining room, finished basement, w/washer & dryer, 2 car garage. Close to town & Hastings area schools. $1,000 security deposit & $900 monthly. For more information please call (269)945-2401 Trust Department, Hastings City Bank Automotive RICK TAYLOR’S DETAIL WORKS. Gift certificates. Give the gift of a clean car. Always appreciated and for all occasions. Call (269)9480958. YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Phone (269)945-9554 or stop in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. Card of Thanks THE FAMILY OF Esther Walton wants to express their profound gratitude to the community for it’s outpouring of support. We want to thank the EMS and First Responders; the compassionate and confident staff at Pennock Hospital and Dr. Steven Wildren and his staff. Esther’s extended family wants also to express their gratitude to the staff at Girrbach Funeral Home for their sensitivity and kindness through these difficult days. The family of Esther Walton Real Estate IRS AUCTION Public Welcome Sale date: December 28, 2010 Sale time: 11:00AM EST Location: Barry Co. Bldg. 220 W. State Street Hastings, MI 49058 (follow signs) Property offered for sale: Real Estate on Gun Lake 2074 Parker Drive Wayland, MI 49348 For more information visit: www.irsauctions.gov or call Robert Biluk (810)342-6114 or e-mail Robert.f.Biluk@irs.gov MENTAL HEALTH/SUBSTANCE ABUSE CLINICIAN: A full-time position for a mental health/substance abuse clinician exists with previous group therapy, individual therapy and crisis stabilization experience. This position requires experience working with mental health and substance abuse clients. Licensure as a limited licensed psychologist counselor, or social worker is required; CAAC credential a plus. Position requires the ability to work independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team. The availability to work evenings and take on-call coverage is required. Send resume to Barry County Community Mental Health Authority, 915 West Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. No phone calls. EOE. Farm EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 Recreation Help Wanted WANTED HUNTING LAND: (2) Families are inCDL CLASS A, Drivers terested in leasing acreage Wanted! Home every week- for this years deer season. end! Turn/Relay positions Call (269)795-3049 also available. Great pay & benefits! Call Gully Trans- DO YOU WANT QUALITY portation today. 888-880- PRINTING at affordable prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at 5917 x163. (269)945-9554. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: 77543023 06732905 All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. ver’s licenses and community service, enhanced penalties for first-time drivers include up to 180 days in jail, up to a $700 fine, one year license suspension with restrictions permitted after 45 days, and one year mandatory alcohol treatment program or selfhelp program. Motorists who wish to have limited driving privileges following a 45-day license suspension may do so only after a breath alcohol ignition interlock device is installed on their vehicles. Installation and monthly fees are the responsibility of the driver. An ignition interlock requires a driver to blow into the device and prevents a vehicle from starting if it measures a BAC of .025 or above. The device also requires periodic retests when driving longer periods. In addition, all convicted drunk drivers are subject to a $1,000 fee for two consecutive years, for a total of $2,000 in additional costs. Anyone who refuses a breath test the first time is given an automatic one-year driver’s license suspension. For a listing of planned enforcement times, dates and locations, visit www.michigan.gov/ohsp. Hastings man dies in accident north of Freeport Curtis John King, 55, died Monday afternoon, Dec. 13, after his 2008 Pontiac gradually drifted southward off the road and struck a tree. Kent County Sheriff Deputies reported that King was traveling east on 100th Street near Freeport Road. He was returning home from work at Cascade Die Casting in Grand Rapids. The report states, “It is unknown whether King suffered a medical problem before impact.” He was wearing his seatbelt, and alcohol was not involved. The Freeport Fire Department and Life EMS assisted at the scene. King was born to Ivan and Melody King in 1955. He is a 1973 graduate of Hastings High School. According to family, he had a passion for “gears and gadgets” and motor vehicles. He enjoyed the outdoors, hiking and gardening, and working on the farm. King loved to read history, science and fiction. He is survived by his son, Curtis John King Jr., and grandson Charles Jefferson King; his parents; brothers Tim, Mike, Dan and Brad King; and many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Woodland student to join Olivet College mission trip to New Orleans Olivet College is once again planning a week-long service trip to support Hurricane Katrina victims in New Orleans. Libby Lydy, a junior from Woodland, is among a group of 20 students and two employees will leave Saturday, Dec. 11, following the college’s final exams. The group will help rebuild areas of the city and return to Olivet Saturday, Dec. 18. In addition, they will spend one night at the Morgan Scott Project in Deer Lodge, Tenn., where they will be delivering new, unwrapped toys for families in Morgan and Scott counties, two of the poorest counties in Tennessee. While visiting New Orleans, the students will work on inner-city homes that are still in significant disrepair due to Hurricane Katrina. The students also will learn about the culture and history of the city, as well as the complex issues associated with damage caused by the hurricane and the impact it has today. For the fourth consecutive year, Olivet College was awarded a grant from the Missionary Society of the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches to sponsor the trip, which is coordinated by Rev. Mike Fales, director of service learning and campus ministries at Olivet. Assisting Fales this year is Blake Walters, a 2010 Olivet graduate and the college’s community service coordinator. This is the seventh trip since December 2005 that students from the college have taken to help with Hurricane Katrina relief efforts. COURT NEWS James C. Callan was sentenced Dec. 8 for receiving and concealing a stolen firearm. Callan, 25, of Grand Rapids was sentenced to five months in jail, with credit for 46 days served. He was ordered to pay $628 in costs and serve 24 months on probation. Charges dropped included carrying concealed weapons; firearm possession by a felon; having an untagged deer; operating a motor vehicle without security (seat belt); and operating an unregistered vehicle. Jessica M. Olney, 26, of Battle Creek, was sentenced Dec. 9 in Circuit Court for attempted home invasion, third degree. Olney was ordered to serve three months in jail with credit for two days served. She must pay $1,128 in costs and restitution and serve probation for 24 months. The balance of her jail time will be suspended on payment of $328. Charges of home invasion, second degree, and weapons larceny were dropped. In Circuit Court Dec. 9, Travis J. Steeby was sentenced for possession of marijuana, second offense, and operating while impaired. Steeby, 19, of Hastings, will serve six months in jail, with credit for 80 days served. He must pay $881 in costs and restitution, plus serve 36 months on probation. Steeby’s license is suspended for 365 days and restricted after the first 60 days to treatment, probation or employment purposes. A charge of operating with a suspended, revoke or denied license, and the charge of operating a vehicle with license that was forged, altered, or false were both dropped. POLICE BEAT Rash of vehicle break-ins reported Hastings Police are investigating several vehicle break-ins that occurred late Dec. 11, or early Dec. 12. All were on the southeast side of Hastings and were likely committed by the same suspects. The vehicles were left unsecured, and the suspects rummaged them, taking change, pop cans and a gas can. One victim is missing a purse containing a cell phone and personal belongings. Hastings Police remind citizens to “lock it, hide it or lose it.” Van may have been swapped for a Toyota Hastings Police are investigating an automobile theft on Bond Street Dec. 12. The vehicle, a tan 1997 Chrysler Town and Country van, was parked with keys in the ignition, in the driveway around 9 p.m. Dec. 11, and was discovered missing the following morning. The theft may have a connection to the car break-ins that occurred in the same area during the same time frame. The vehicle was recovered Dec. 15 in Calhoun County, abandoned in Springfield, by the Springfield Department of Public Safety, which is now investigating the theft of a red Toyota Corolla taken within the vicinity of the recovered car. Green St. accident results in minor injuries Hastings Police responded to an accident on East Green Street, Dec. 8. An eastbound vehicle, driven by a 49-year-old Hastings man turned left into the path a westbound vehicle driven by a 77-year-old man from Hastings. Treatment for minor injuries was received at Pennock Hospital. Bloody trail leads to two people Barry County Sheriff deputies responded to a report of someone bleeding profusely at the Shell station in Nashville Dec. 1. A clerk told deputies two people had entered the station to make a purchase. One subject went to the bathroom and returned with his hand wrapped in paper towel. The two subjects drove away. When the clerk went into the bathroom she noticed blood all over the floor and sink, so she called 911. Deputies also reported seeing blood in the parking lot. Deputies contacted central dispatch and requested Pennock be contacted regarding a hand injury in the emergency room. Hospital staff said they had a patient with a head laceration above the left eye that was bleeding profusely. Deputies went to Pennock and spoke to the patient, a 21-year-old man from Vermontville, who was uncooperative. The patient told deputies he had fallen down the stairs and hit his head on a window. The patient’s girlfriend told deputies he had been hit in the head with a beer bottle by an 18-year-old male from Hastings at a party in Nashville. When deputies contacted the Hastings man, he said he was attacked by three males at a party in Nashville. The victim admitted that while he was on the ground being attacked, he grabbed a bottle from the ground, and hit someone. He did not know who he hit or where. The attackers stopped, and he left the party with a friend. His hand had been cut by the bottle, and he had stopped at the Shell station, then went home. Deputies have submitted a charge request to the Barry County Prosecutor for felonious assault committed by the Vermontville man. Computer and jewelry missing Sheriff deputies responded to a breaking and entering report in Bellevue Dec. 7. The complainant told deputies he had gone to work and when he returned, his Toshiba laptop computer and two of his wife’s rings were missing. The homeowner could not recall whether he had locked the door before leaving for work. The laptop is valued at $1,400 and the gold wedding ring and amethyst birthstone ring are worth approximately $1,000. Deputies found no sign of forced entry and no footprints in the snow outside the residence. The case is inactive. Runaway chainsaws reported Deputies arrived on the scene of a reported theft from a building Dec. 1. The Middleville complainant showed deputies his unlocked storage barns and said he was missing several items. The complainant suspected a worker, but did not want to confront the man in case he was mistaken. Two Honda engines, a Honda 2500-watt generator, three Husquvarna model 55 chainsaws, and two partial rolls of copper tubing were stolen and valued at $1,540. The case is closed without further information. Audit turns up missing money, no suspects The district manager of Goodwill performed an audit Dec. 3 at the Hastings store and found $86 missing from the safe. She contacted the Barry County Sheriff’s Department and said three people had access to the safe. The three suspects were interviewed by deputies and all denied they had taken any money. The suspects submitted written statements which were given to the district manager. Each suspect also offered to take a polygraph test. The manager said she would speak with her supervisor before proceeding. The case is closed. Sniffing canine finds cocaine and more Police Service Dog Gina was requested Dec. 2 to inspect a vehicle in Delton for narcotics. Gina gave a positive alert sign at the front passenger door and the rear driver’s side floorboard. Marijuana and cocaine were found by deputies. The case is currently inactive. World economy goes local A Bellevue woman called deputies Dec. 4 to report misuse of her bank card. The complainant told deputies someone was making charges to her card without her knowledge. According to the woman’s card company, she had deposited $538, and on the same day, someone in Mexico City, Mexico, had made 16 purchases for $361. The case is closed due to no suspect information. ‘Have gun, will travel’ has new meaning Deputies received a report Dec. 4 of a handgun, with scope, found in the middle of Brooklodge Road near Delton. Investigation revealed that the firearm, a Thompson Center single-shot .45-70 caliber, was the property of a Delton man. When contacted, the man identified the weapon. He remembered showing the gun to a friend, while in the driveway, and must have left it on his wife’s car. The owner speculated his wife must have driven off without knowing the gun was on the vehicle. The case is closed with property returned to owner. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 16, 2010 — Page 15 Ninth criteria decides match between the Lions and Leslie The Saxons’ Kenny Cross holds down his opponent from St. Joseph during Saturday’s Wyoming Park Invitational. Saxons third behind Tigers and Trojans The fight for second was close. The fight for first wasn’t. Allegan dominated Saturday’s Wyoming Park Invitational, placing seven wrestlers in the championship finals and winning seven flight championships. Thornapple Kellogg and Hastings battled it out for second place, with the Trojans topping the Saxons by just 12 points for the runner-up title. The Tigers finished the day with 275 points, followed by TK 196, Hastings 184, Gull Lake 142, Forest Hills Central 146, Kelloggsville 110, St. Joseph 99.5, Haslett 94, Watervliet 92 and Wyoming Park 81 in the top ten of the 14-team individual tournament. Hastings had two champions and Thornapple Kellogg just one, but the Trojans had five wrestlers reach the finals compared to three for the Saxons. The Saxons’ Mitchell Brisboe took the 135-pound championship, pinning the Trojans’ Austin Sensiba 40 seconds into their finals match. At 160 pounds, the Saxons’ Mike Cross scored a 5-3 decision against Haslett’s Devin Smyth in the finals. The lone Saxon runner-up was James Main, who fell 8-1 to Haslett’s Jacob Hampton in the 189-pound final. Thornapple Kellogg’s lone champion was Adrian Foster at 285 pounds. Foster scored a 10-2 win over Watervliet’s Jaxon DeHaven in the heavyweight championship. The Trojans’ runner-up finishers were Ryan Flynn at 112 pounds, Van at 119, Cole Gahan at 145 pounds and Sensiba. Hastings opened the O-K Gold Conference Hastings’ Mike Cross works towards a take down against his foe from Gull Lake during the Wyoming Park Invitational Saturday. season with a 72-11 victory over Forest Hills Eastern, and was scheduled to return to league action last night at home against Caledonia. The Saxons wrestle at the Coldwater Tournament Saturday. The Lions’ Cody Myers (top) scores nearfall points against Leslie’s Stephanie Hampton during their 119-pound match Wednesday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The first eight tiebreakers weren’t enough. It came down to which team had been turned on its back the most, and that was where Leslie finally came out on top of the Maple Valley varsity wrestling team at Wednesday evening’s non-conference quad hosted by the Lions. Maple Valley was 0-2 on the day, falling to Battle Creek Lakeview 57-23 and then falling to Leslie on the ninth criteria after a 39-39 tie. The Lions gave up 12 points in each dual, with voids in the line-up at 112 and 135 pounds. Waylon Eaton, Cash Flower, Alejandro Reid and Diego Pesina were the four Lions to go 2-0 on the evening. Eaton, Flower and Reid scored pins in both of their matches while Pesina won by forfeit against Lakeview, and topped Leslie’s Ryan Armstrong 12-8. Justice Cranson at 103 pounds, Jake Milbauer at 125 and Clayton Beers at 171 added the Lions’ six other pins in the match with Leslie. Pesina’s 12-8 win over Ryan Armstrong was one of two matches that lasted six minutes between the Lions and Blackhawks. At 119 pounds, Leslie got its three-point decision with Stephanie Hampton topping Cody Myers 10-9. The Blackhawks got pins against the Lions from Nate Pennington at 130 pounds, Chandler Carmer at 145, Olexyi Kryzych at 160, and Aaron Beson at 189. The Lions host their own Jesse Snow tour- Maple Valley’s Chantz McManamey tries to take down Leslie’s Olexyi Kryzych during the first period of their 160-pound bout Wednesday evening. (Photo by Perry Hardin) nament Saturday. South’s fast-break gets it by TK in Gold opener by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Scouts watching the tape from Tuesday won’t learn much about the Sailors’ offense. South Christian’s varsity boys’ basketball team scored a 64-53 victory at home over Thornapple Kellogg to open O-K Gold Conference play. The Trojans raced out to an 8-0 lead in the first two minutes of play, only to see South Christian fire right back with a 21-10 tear to end the quarter. The Trojans pulled even a couple of times but only held the lead one more time the rest of the evening, at 26-25 with just under three minutes to play in the first half. Dan Miedema answered with a three-point- some guys.” Mitch Huisman drilled a couple big threes for the Sailors, and led the charge at the Trojan basket finishing with 21 points. South also got 13 points from Miedema and ten from Drew Stegehuis. The Trojans trailed by only three points early in the fourth quarter, when the Sailors broke through a trap near mid-court and found Stegehuis wide open for a three that pushed his team’s lead to 48-42. The lead grew to eight before the Trojans put together another rally to pull within 52-50 with 2:29 to play. This time it was Huisman er to put his team back in front, and the Sailors led 30-28 at the half. Of those 30 points, only a handful came in the regular flow of the offense. The Sailors hit a couple quick three-pointers and scored most of their buckets by racing the ball up court after defensive rebounds or Trojan turnovers. The Trojans did a good job on the offensive glass, but didn’t always do a good job of putting their second chances into the basket meaning they still had players in the paint as the Sailors were taking off the other direction. “We lost the game in transition,” said TK head coach Lance Laker. “We talked a lot about stopping their penetration. We defended all their sets pretty well. They hurt us a lot in the first half on inbounds plays too. We lost ending the Trojan run by drilling a three. As the Trojans gambled to get the ball back in the final two minutes, the Sailor lead grew. Greg Hamilton and Jared Stolicker had 15 points each for the Trojans, while Coley McKeough finished with 11 and Jesse Aubil eight. Aubil was as beast on the boards, pulling down 15 rebounds including seven on the offensive end. Stolicker finished with ten rebounds. “We gave one away,” Laker said. “We left it on the table. We sure missed a lot of puppies in a very physical game.” TK scores 8 pins in win at Eaton Rapids Thornapple Kellogg’s Jacob McCarty (10) tries unsuccessfully to slow down South Christian’s Mitch Huisman as he races towards the basket in the first quarter Tuesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity wrestling team improved to 3-0 in duals this season with a 57-15 victory at Eaton Rapids Wednesday. The Trojans won more than half of the evening’s matches by pin. Kyle Krey at 103 pounds, Van Thang at 119, Mason Mathis at 125, Austin Sensiba at 135, Joe Pawloski at 152, Austin Koehl at 189, Peter Westra at 215 and Adrian Foster at 285 scored those eight TK pins. Teh Trojans’ lone win in a match that lasted six minutes came at 160 pounds, where Cody Ybema scored an 8-4 decisions. The Greyhounds got major decisions from Blake Marsh at 171 pounds and Nick Yerden at 145, and also had Zach Lang score a threepoint decision at 130 pounds. The Trojans were slated to open O-K Gold Conference action at home against Catholic Central (as part of a quad) Wednesday in Middleville. HHS girls get first win at FHE Trojan point guard Greg Hamilton drives around South Christian’s Dan Miedema in the corner during the fourth quarter of Tuesday night’s O-K Gold Conference contest in Grand Rapids. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hastings varsity girls’ basketball team scored its first ever victory at Forest Hills Eastern Tuesday, topping the host Hawks 4232 in the O-K Gold Conference opener for both teams. The Saxons had five different girls score in the third quarter as the team pushed its eightpoint half-time lead to as many as 18 points. “There were a lot of good contributions tonight,” said Hastings head coach Steve Laubaugh. “I went deep into the bench and got good hustle from everybody. We’ll need to continue that kind of work to be able to compete in our league.” Hastings was led by Kayla Vogel’s 15point night. She scored seven points in the second quarter alone. Veronica Hayden finished with 11 points and Taylor Carpenter eight. Forest Hills Eastern was led by Jesse seven points. Hastings responded well after missing on its first three good scoring chances of the game, and seeing the Hawks go up 4-0. “There were a couple short stretches where we didn’t execute very well, and we weren’t great at finishing them off when we had them on the ropes,” Laubaugh said. “However, winning is hard – and this was a team they had never beaten in a gym they had never won in. So this win is an accomplishment.” The Hawks were able to cut the Saxons’ lead from its high of 18 points in the third quarter, down to six in the fourth at one point. The Saxons were 5-of-6 from the foul line for the night to help preserve the victory. “It was fun to see the girls play with more passion and enthusiasm out there,” Laubaugh said. “They were flying around and encouraging each other. We were a better team than they were, and we settled in and played that way.” The Saxons are now 2-1 on the season, and continue league play Friday night when they host Caledonia. The Fighting Scots suffered their first defeat of the season Tuesday, 66-57 at Wayland, and are now 3-1 overall this season and 0-1 in the O-K Gold. �Page 16 — Thursday, December 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lakewood boys beat Delton under the spotlight by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Delton Kellogg went looking to toughen up its schedule this season. It doesn’t get much tougher in Division 3 than going to Lakewood High School for a dual under the spotlight in front of a full house in the old gymnasium. Lakewood improved to 8-0 on the season with a 56-18 victory over the visiting were excited, pumped and ready for it,” said Lakewood head coach Bob Veitch. “We had a great crowd. That helps us win duals.” That string of nine wins to start included a 3-1 decision by the Vikings’ Jeff Baillargeon over the Panthers’ lone state qualifier from a year ago, 135-pounder Jeff Bissett. “That was a huge one,” Veitch said. “(Tucker) Seese actually wanted to wrestle Bissett. We were hoping the would be at 140, because Seese really wanted to wrestle him. We found out he was at 135. I thought Jeff (Baillargeon) did an outstanding job. He controlled the tempo of the match, was extremely focused for six minutes, and wrestled very well.” Baillargeon earned the initial points of the bout, on an escape in the second period, then upped his lead to 3-0 by forcing Bissett into a couple of stalling penalties. Bissett’s lone point came on an escape in the middle of the third period. “It’s a tough loss. I was proud of the way The Panthers’ Roger Saylor is taken down to the mat by Lakewood’s Kevin Seeley during the first period of their 152pound match Wednesday night at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Delton Kellogg’s Jason King works on top of Lakewood’s Garrett Phelps in the first period of their 160-pound match Wednesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Panthers Wednesday night “You don’t get tougher by wrestling slouches,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Dan Phillips. “You get tougher by wrestling great competition. A lot of the young guys can’t see that right now, but it’ll pay off when it matters.” Lakewood won the first nine matches of the evening, from 103 pounds to 152, to build a 44-0 lead. “This is the first time we’ve been back under the lights in about three years so they we battled. We’ve got a lot of young guys,” Phillips said. Dylan Shoup at 119 pounds, Willie Gross at 125, Seese at 140, Kevin Seeley at 152, Lars Pyrzinski at 215 and Garrett Hyatt at 285 pounds all scored pins for the Vikings in the win. Joey Jackson won by void at 103 pounds for Lakewood as well. Darren Eaton at 130 pounds and Nick Briggs at 145 earned major decisions for the Vikings, while teammate Cruz Ceniseros earned a decision at 112. Delton Kellogg didn’t get its first points until back to back to back pins by Jason King, David Dempsey and Trevor Curtis in the 160, 171- and 189-pound matches. Both teams are still trying to work wrestlers into the proper weight classes, and will have some additions in the coming weeks. “We’re putting our line-up together,” Veitch said, “and hopefully by after Christmas we’ll have everything together.” HHS varsity boys’ basketball alumni event this weekend The Hastings varsity boys’ basketball program will host its annual alumni event Dec. 17 and 18. The Saxon varsity boys’ basketball team tips-off the event with its 6 p.m. O-K Gold Conference contest against Caledonia Friday. That game will be followed by the varsity girls’ basketball team’s game against the Fighting Scots. Former varsity boys’ basketball players and guests will receive free admission to the game. A hospitality room will be open at the game. Following the basketball contest, space has been reserved at the Walldorff Brew Pub & Bistro in downtown Hastings. Pizzas will be provided at the Walldorff along with a chance to gather and reminisce. The annual alumni game will be held Dec. 18 at 10 a.m. in the Hastings High School gymnasium. In past years there have only been enough participants for one game, but if there is enough interest there will be an “old” guys and a “young” guys game. The gym will open at 9:15 a.m., and jerseys will be provided. Alumni are asked to please RSVP by Dec. 16 if they plan on attending either or both events. E-mail replies can be direct to Steven Storrs at sstorrs@hassk12.org, or a call can be placed to (269) 967-1414. Pearson has a very successful first racing season by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Racing is as much about making new friends and remembering old ones for the CFM Racing team as it is about winning. The Pearsons, from Nashville, have been equally successful in all three aspects in their short time in the sport. After picking out a used car, Garrett Pearson, who attends St. Mary’s in Hastings, placed fourth in his first heat in the Club Race Series’ Junior Novice Division in Lansing in June. With a little experience, Pearson would go on to win two Club Race Series events there during the summer in the division, three of the four Friday Night Thunder events he raced in at the Novice level, and the 100 Lapper feature in the Junior Honda Division in October. He’s raced in Lansing, Waterford and traveled to Indianapolis, and to Ohio for races in Napoleon and Columbus. He set a track record with a qualifying time of 7.0121 at the Quarter Midgets of America Junior Novice race in Napoleon Sept. 4. Pearson was named the Capital Quarter Midget Association’s Rookie of the Year at the club banquet. Pearson’s white midget car came with the number three on it, and he decided to keep that. The family has since added a number of sponsor stickers to the car, as well as a green lizard onto Pearson’s helmet. It’s a water dragon, named Treeco, in honor of a family pet which passed away during the racing sea- age as well. It stands for Come Find Me Racing. Garrett, his father Gary and his mother Julie spent some time trying to come up with just the right team name. Garrett and his mom were sitting in bed one night and it just came to them. “Me and mom thought of it. Dad was too busy working on the car,” Garrett said. “I went outside in my pajamas and told Dad. He liked it, and now that’s our name.” When Garrett was younger, he would play hide and seek with his grandmother Mary Hapner who has passed on. He’d shout out, “come find me grandma” when he was ready when he was ready for her to being her search. Hapner was very responsible for sparking Garrett’s love of racing, getting him a collection of battery operated ride-in vehicles start- running. The Pearsons said its not unusual that if one car breaks down to see a handful of dads run in to the pits to try and get the car back up and running before the end of the race. “We just thought that was really nice,” said Julie. Garrett said the best part of racing is “getting first.” “I like to get first, because you get to hold the checkered flag.” Garrett moved up from the Junior Novice division to the Junior Honda Division at the end of the fall season. He expects to be in the Senior Honda Division next year. There are 18 classes in all. Gary said that at the level Garrett is at now, the cars go between 43 to 45 miles per hour at their peak. DK wrestlers raise nearly $600 for breast cancer foundation Garrett Pearson son. The team name, “CFM” Racing, is an hom- Winchester helps GVSU to first national championship Grand Valley State junior Rebecca Winchester earned All-America honors in helping the Laker Women’s Cross Country team to its first ever Division 2 National Championship Dec. 4 in Louisville, Ky. Winchester, a 2007 Thornapple Kellogg High School graduate, was one of five GVSU runners to finish in the top three in the standings, placing 22nd with a time of 21 minutes 50.9 seconds. The Lakers finished second at the National Championship twice during Winchester’s time with the team, and third once. She was 38th at the 2008 National Championship when the Lakers were second, and 66th in 2007 when the Lakers placed third. The Lakers were also second at nationals in 2009, a season in which Winchester was red-shirted. GVSU scored 66 points Saturday, finishing 29 points ahead of second-place Western State which finished with 95. The Lakers were led by Katherine McCarthy’s fourth-place finish, and also had Megan Maceratini ninth, Katherine McCarthy (fourth) and Megan Maceratini (ninth) totaling top-10 finishes en route to the team title. Kylen Cieslak was 26th and Julia Nowak 27th. ing with a Jeep, then a tractor, a Cadillac Escalade, a motorcycle and more. It’s a collection which now fills a special room in the top of the family garage. Gary and Julie thought racing would be a good way for Garrett to fill some of his free time, to learn lessons from competition, and good way for him and themselves to meet new friends. They first looked into getting him into motocross races. They only watched one race in person. “I wasn’t in to falling off a dirt bike,” Garrett said. “I was fine with it,” added Julie. The family was more intrigued when it went to a special try and ride day for new quarter midget racers in Lansing. The families of the kids watch races together, and do their best to keep everyone safe and Losing was not an option for the Delton Kellogg Wrestling teams at their home invitationals on Dec. 3 and Dec. 11. The wrestlers not only fought for wins on the mat, but they also fought for breast cancer survivors and those who have lost a friend or loved one to the disease. Several fundraising events were held with all proceeds being donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. In total, $586 was raised from T-shirt sales, donation jars, 50/50 raffles, and donations from the Delton Kellogg wrestling coaches. Each Delton wrestling coach donated $1 for each win over the course of the two invitationals. The Delton Kellogg varsity went 4-1 at its DK Invitational Saturday, with wrestlers Tyler Dempsey, Jason King, David Dempsey, Harley Miller and Trevor Curtice all undefeated for the day. The Panthers defeated Paw Paw, Pine River, Dansville, and Otsego ‘B’ on their way to the tournament title. The Delton wrestlers wore special black singlets with pink awareness ribbons for both invitationals. T-shirts also donned the breast Delton Kellogg’s varsity wrestling team celebrates its championship at Saturday’s DK Invitational. The tournament was culmination of the Panther programs’ push to raise money for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. cancer awareness ribbon. The Montes family provided the T-shirts, Mid-Lakes Screen Printing worked with the program on uni- forms, Don Blaszak from DLB Glass donated to the program, and Lisa Dempsey pulled the entire event together. DK and TK cheer teams open season at CCCAM Invitational Rebecca Winchester Delton Kellogg’s varsity competitive cheer team started its season at Saturday’s Competitive Cheer Coaches Association of Michigan Scholarship Invitational in Otsego. The Panthers finished fifth out of five teams in the Division 3 standings, not competing in round three. Delton’s girls were third in the standings though following the first two rounds. The Panthers scored a 180.2 in round one and a 153.8416 in round two. Those were both the third best scores of the round in their division. Otsego took the overall team title in Division 3, winning all three rounds and earning a final total of 654.2132 points. Paw Paw was second with a 633.4500, followed by Comstock 555.3680 and Zeeland West 499.4528. Otsego scored a 200.6 in round one, a 181.4132 in round two, and a 272.2 in round three. Portage Central was the only team competing in Division 1, finishing with a score of 660.5944. Stevensville Lakeshore won the Division 2 championship with a score of 714.8740. The Lakers tallied 714.8740 points. Portage Northern was second in Division 2 with a score of 706.7912, followed by Plainwell 698.0760, Thornapple Kellogg 679.1262, Wayland 641.2312, Vicksburg 637.9912, Loy Norrix 631.3872 and Sturgis 610.8380. Thornapple Kellogg tallied a 196.8 in round one, a 204.2262 in round two and a 278.1 in round three. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 16, 2010 — Page 17 Panthers top Lions, but lose for first time at G-A by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Delton Kellogg head coach Mike Mohn told Maple Valley coach Landon Wilkes Friday that the Panthers’ full-court pressure isn’t necessarily designed to force a turn over right away. Sometimes it’s more about just getting teams rattled. “We handled the press well,” said Lion head coach Landon Wilkes after his team’s 49-28 Kalamazoo Valley Association loss in Delton. “We just made a poor decision after we broke their press.” “Now we’re at a two on two and we’re going to take the first shot that comes to us rather than rotating the basketball,” Wilkes said, who’s team has since fallen to 2-3. “I thought, towards the end of the game, we did rotate the basketball a little bit better.” The Lions turned the ball over 21 times against the Panthers, who were playing without their star forward Adrianna Culbert who suffered a concussion late in Tuesday night’s win over Parchment. “We have to learn to take care of the basketball. We just have to,” Wilkes said. Delton Kellogg raced out to a 14-5 lead in the first quarter. Seven points was as close as the Lions would get the rest of the way. Delton led 24-18 at the half, and went on a 93 run to start the third quarter. The Panthers had to back off their press a bit in the second quarter, as fouls started to build up for them for the second straight game. “If we make a mistake, so be it,” Mohn said, “but just being lazy and not moving our feet and getting silly fouls, that’s just something we can’t do.” Brooke led Delton with 17 points, knocking down 11-of-13 free throw attempts. Taylor Blacken and Shelby Douglas chipped in eight points apiece. Mallory Sewell chipped in 12 rebounds. “Obviously we were without (Culbert) tonight,” Mohn said. “We talked as a group The Panthers’ Andrea Polley flips a pass over the top of Maple Valley’s Mikaela Bromley in the lane Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) BOWLING SCORES Mixerettes Kent Oil 37.5-18.5; Dean’s Dolls 33.5-22.5; Nashville Chiropractic 32-24; Good Friends 31-25; Dewey’s Auto Body 31-25; James Process Service 28-28; NBT 28-28. Good Games and Series - P. Freeman 175; B. Anders 155; K. Eberly 178; D. Snyder 186500; S. Dunham 160; B. 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Beebe 206-549; Y. about how when one of us is down the rest of Delton Kellogg freshman guard Sarah Rendon passes the ball ahead during her team’s win over Maple Valley Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Repke and Kari Thompson. Maple Valley also fell Tuesday, 58-9 at home against Pennfield. Pennfield led 44-4 at the half. Emma Fishnick led the green and gold Panthers with 19 points and Kellie Pennock added eight. The Lions travel to Kalamazoo Christian Friday night. Saxons learn to stay aggressive Cheeseman 176-448; A. Tasker 164. Thursday Angels Varney’s Const. 35-21; Miller Farm Repair 32-24; Cathy’s Cut & Curl 31.5-24.5; H.C.B. 31.5-24.5; Riverfront Fin. Ser. 31-25; Hastings Bowl 28.5-23.5; Rock-N-Bowlers 26.5-25.5; Moore’s Apts. 24-28; Viking 2329. High Scores and Series - L. Apsey 169; L. Kendall 169; C. Hooper 135; C. Doornbos 204-550; A. Castelein 204; J. Moore 171; T. Phenix 203; T. Cross 204-564; C. Shellenbarger 171; K. Russell 125; P. McDiarmid 188; D. Staines 188-515; A. Bartimus 194-546; J. Grant 132; C. Kuhlman 168; S. Davis 189; M. Gdula 221-637; R. Cheeseman 143; M. Chase 174; L. Miller 161; C. Cooper 192-540. by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Coaches can always find lessons to teach following defeats. The Saxons got to learn a lesson Tuesday night while also recording a victory. Hastings varsity boys’ basketball team opened the O-K Gold Conference season with a 60-58 victory at home against Forest Hills Eastern. The Saxons rushed out to an 18-2 first quarter lead, pushed their advantage to as many as 26 points, then had to hold on in the fourth quarter to defeat the Hawks. Tuesday Trios Look Insurance 43-17; Coleman agency 4119; Lakewood Trio 37.5-22.5; CB’s 34-26; Framed In 30.5-29.5; Lu’s Team 27-33; Classic Trio 26-34; Twisted Sisters 22-38; Delton Pole 22-38; Trouble 17-43. High Games and Series - S. Faught 143; N. Shafer 187-501; L. L. Trumble 142; S. Smith 166-452; D. James 176; M. Heath 174513; S. Vandenburg 179-522; T. Daniels 227589; S. McKee 236-691; C. Allwardt 156; R. Brummel 167; V. Green 160; L. Potter 189515; N. Shaw 198-553; O. Gillons 156; H. Reschner 171. Portland puts Vikings in big hole early to start league play Lakewood’s varsity girls’ basketball was handed its first defeat of the season in its Capital Area Activities Conference White Division opener Friday. Portland topped the Vikings 49-28 at Lakewood High School. The Raiders raced out to a 21-2 opening quarter lead, and even holding the Raiders scoreless in the second quarter wasn’t enough to dig the lady Vikings out of their hole. “We didn’t play with the energy level we wanted to, and we didn’t stick to the game plan at all,” said Lakewood head coach Tal Thompson, who’s Vikings are now 2-1 this season. “We did not come out mentally prepared to play at all.” The Vikings only turned the ball over 16 times, but were outrebounded for the first time this season 35 to 21. Breann Curtis led the Vikings with seven points and four rebounds. Madison King and Lexie Spetoskey had six points each. Spetoskey had five rebounds as well, and all three of those girls had a pair of steals. Chelsi Scott and Taylor Roe had 11 points each for Portland. Sarah Trierweiler led the Raiders’ efforts on the glass with ten rebounds, to go along with her six points. Allison Russell added nine rebounds and seven points. Lakewood travels to Corunna for a second CAAC-White contest Friday. you have to pick it up. I couldn’t be more pleased with how each and every one of them did that.” Delton Kellogg improves to 4-0 overall and 3-0 in the KVA with the win, and has a tough week ahead against Galesburg-Augusta and Olivet. Mikaela Bromley led the Lions with 11 points and eight rebounds. Kaityln Petersen had five points and five rebounds. McKaily Bodenmuller finished the night with five points as well, and Kari Hummell had five rebounds. “I believe that the kids work hard, but working hard and doing the right things are sometimes two different things,” Wilkes said. Delton Kellogg suffered its first loss of the season Tuesday, 42-38 at Galesburg-Augusta. The Panthers are now 4-1 overall and 3-1 in the KVA with a big contest against Olivet at home Friday. Delton struggled to put the ball in the basket. “It just became a tale of us not shooting the ball well,” Mohn said. “We shot 28 percent for the game and we were ten-for-28 from the free throw line, for 36 percent.” The Panthers also turned the ball over 23 times. “It just was ugly,” Mohn said. “We fought back in the second half and made a game of it. We just did not make shots. Galesburg played pretty tough and we shot too quick and didn’t make good decisions with the ball.” The game was still close throughout. The Rams took a 17-14 lead into the half, but pushed their edge to seven points heading into the fourth quarter. Culbert led Delton with 27 points and 24 rebounds. “She was just unbelievable,” Mohn said. “She was unstoppable underneath. We didn’t get her the ball enough and she didn’t shoot particularly well in the first half.” Martin added six points for the Panthers. The Rams got ten points each from Julie The Saxons’ Kevin Bosma fires a shot up over the Hawks’ Quinton Morrow during Tuesday’s two-point Hastings victory. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Saxons’ Grant Heide (left) gets by Forest Hills Eastern’s Jon DeVries to get a shot off in the lane Tuesday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Lakewood’s Emily Kutch puts a shot up against Portland Friday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) “We came out extremely aggressive in the first half,” said Hastings head coach Don Schils. “Unofficially, they had 18 turnovers , 17 of them were forced. In the first half, we were just extremely active. We’re trying to turn teams over more and all five guys who were out on the floor were extremely active. If they did go by us, we had guys ready to help.” The Saxons led 31-13 at the half, and still led 50-27 after three quarters. “The exact opposite happened in the second half,” Schils said. “We were very unaggressive. We had a 26 point lead, and I think our players just kind of felt the game was over.” The lesson Schils was able to pass on to his team is that if its not giving full effort it could be in trouble. A late basket by the Hawks created the final two-point margin, which was as close as things ever got in the second half. Grant Heide caused some trouble for the Hawks, leading the Saxons with 13 points while also pulling down six rebounds. Kevin Bosma had 12 points and six rebounds, and Sean McKeough added another 11 points and seven boards. Hastings also got six points and seven rebounds from Keith Garber, and a good allaround effort out of Jared Bosma who fin- ished with four assists as well as four deflections on defense, one charge taken and only one turnover. Forest Hills Eastern also had three players in double figures scoring. Jo Stankowski led the way with 13 points. Quinton Morrow and Cody added 11 points each. Hastings is now 2-0 on the season, and goes for win number three when it plays host to Caledonia Friday night. Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them The BANNER To subscribe, call us at... 269-945-9554 �Page 18 — Thursday, December 16, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Valley boys open with double-digit win at Delton by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions were successful when Garrett Reid and Josh Burd pushed the basketball. They were successful when the offense was running through its twin towers, Riley Fisher and Otto VonSchwerdtner, in the post. In the end, the Lions were successful on the scoreboard as well. Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ basketball team opened its season with a 62-52 Kalamazoo Valley Association victory at Delton Kellogg Friday night. Burd led the Lions with 12 points. VonSchwerdtner had ten points, and Reid, Fisher and Alan Mater had nine each. At one point in the fourth quarter on consecutive trips up the floor, Riley assisted VonSchwerdtner with a pass across the paint and then VonSchwerdtner returned the favor with a similar assist. “It looked tonight like those kids have played together for a long time,” Lion head coach Trent Harvey said. “And when Austin Tobias came in for those kids, he really picked up well where they were missing.” Delton Kellogg expects to be at a size disadvantage on many nights this winter. “It’s a real thing. It’s going to be real every week,” said DK head coach Mike Murray. “You don’t have to be tall to be a good basketball player. You have to be willing to do what it takes to keep those big guys off the glass, play harder and play smarter.” Outside the paint on the offensive end, the Lions did a great job of taking care of the basketball. “Garrett Reid did a great job tonight running the point for us all game and moving the basketball,” Harvey said. “I don’t think he had a turnover all night.” Harvey was also impressed with the play of his two sophomore guards Garrett Miller and Garret Mater, who he suspected had just one turnover between the two of them. The only thing that didn’t go according to plan for the Lions was the start. Delton Kellogg jumped out to a 10-2 lead in the ball game. Maple Valley erased its early deficit between the final minutes of the first quarter HOLIDAY PHOTO PROCESSING SPECIALS! PHOTO BOOKS ONLY $ 4 The keepsake they’ll flip over ... and through! Share holiday memories with a unique spiral bound book featuring many cover designs with matching photo pages. 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Delton came out and took an early lead in the third quarter, but the Lions responded again to lead 38-35 heading into the fourth and held a lead for the rest of the night. “At crucial times we’re not getting done what we need to,” Murray said. “We get in a position to carry momentum, then we don’t carry it past that possession.” The Maple Valley lead hit double digits for the first time with 35 seconds to play, on VonSchwerdtner’s second dunk of the evening, although he was whistled for a technical foul for hanging on the rim a bit too long - his fifth foul. “We played pretty well on the defensive end,” Harvey said. “Shots didn’t really fall for us tonight. I think we shot about 31 percent from the floor.” “As far as getting the ball where we wanted it, we did that.” Delton Kellogg got 19 points from Ryan Watson, and 13 from Norm O’Meara who knocked down four three-pointers. Mitchell Wandell chipped in seven points for the Panthers. Delton gave up 24 points in the fourth quarter of that loss to the Lions. The Panthers gave up 28 in the fourth quarter in their 67-64 loss at Galesburg-Augusta Tuesday to fall to 0-2 on the year in the KVA. The Panthers raced out to a 6-0 advantage, Delton Kellogg’s Ryan Watson (right) runs into Maple Valley’s Garrett Miller on his way to the hoop during Friday night’s KVA contest. (Photo by Brett Bremer) and led 13-9 after one quarter but the Rams came back to take a one-point half-time lead. Murray said his team took a step forward in terms of execution on both ends of the floor Tuesday, but needed to take care of the basketball better. The Panthers finished the night with 21 turnovers. The two teams traded the lead five or six times in the fourth quarter, before the Rams finally prevailed. Watson led the Panthers with 28 points, including an 11-of-13 night from the foul line. O’Meara chipped in 11 points, Ryan Hook and Wandell had eight each, while Adam May finished with seven. Jon Puente led the Rams with 21 points and Max Vanderpool had 18. “Our effort has been great both games,” Murray said. “We’ve just got to play a little smarter.” “That comes with experience, and they’re giving that to us every Tuesday and Friday night now.” The Panthers return to action Friday at Olivet. Lakewood boys fail to hold Orioles under 50, fall to 0-3 Let the professionals at Printing Plus help you create your own personal calendar... a thoughtful gift for family and friends! Made from 12 of your favorite photos. ADDITIONAL COPIES $12.00 Delton Kellogg’s Zach Leinaar fires up a shot in the lane over the Lions’ Garrett Reid during Friday’s season opener. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 4 $ 95 Special Canvas Enlarged Prints Let us take your favorite photo or digital image, enlarge it & print it on canvas print stock up to 16”x20” Ready for framing. 29 $ NOW ONLY... 95 ORDER YOUR PRINTS ONLINE IT’S EASY! 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The Vikings were 0-of-7 from three-point range, and hit on just 34 percent of their shots from the field and 55 percent from the free throw line. “We have to put four quarters together,” said Lakewood head coach Mark Farrell. “Our intensity in the third quarter was good, but we couldn’t carry it into and through the fourth quarter.” Lakewood trailed 33-20 at the half, and battled back to within four points by outscoring the Orioles 15-6 in the third quarter. Nathan Bryans led that charge in the third, with six points. The Vikings were 7-of-10 from the foul line in the third quarter, but just 5-of-11 the rest of the night. Charlotte got 17 points from Bret Thomas, he had all of those in the first half on five three-pointers and two free throws. Blake Rankin chipped in 15 points and Jake Barnett nine. The Orioles hit seven threes in the game, but none in the second half. Bryans finished with 12 points, six rebounds and three steals to lead the Vikings. Mackenzie Doane added 12 points. Cody Lindemulder had four points, four assists and three rebounds. The Vikings held their first conference foe under 50 points, but suffered a defeat. Portland opened Capital Area Activities Conference White Division play with a 46-35 win at Lakewood High School Friday. “We played with more intensity tonight,” Farrell said Friday. “We still need to execute the little things and finish. We made good Lakewood’s Nathan Bryans (12) is surrounded by Portland defenders Hunter VanRiper (left) and Tyler Pierce as he goes up for a shot during Friday’s CAAC-White contest. (Photo by Perry Hardin) improvements as a team. We will keep working on those little things to get better.” The Vikings trailed 23-16 at the half, but put a little run together in the third quarter to pull within three at 34-31 heading into the fourth. Doane led that spurt, knocking down two threes and finishing with ten points in the period. He would lead the Vikings on the night with 17 points. Bryans finished with 11 points and seven rebounds. Spencer Palmer chipped in two points and five rebounds for the Vikings. Adam Barker had a team-high four assists. The Vikings struggled shooting the basketball, hitting on just 38 percent of their attempts from the field, and going just 3-of13 from behind the three-point line. At the foul-line, the Vikings hit just 6-of-18 attempts. Portland got nine points each from Connor Roe, Jared Krausz and Zack Goodman. Tyler Pierce chipped in seven points. Lakewood returns to league action at Corunna Friday. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-12-23.pdf 5f28289f5e1e5f2c390d6756e6cb8a06 PDF Text Text Lakewood teacher’s contract terminated A special Christmas list for 2010 Saxon boys and girls fall to Scots See Story on Page 8 See Editorial on Page 4 See Stories on Page 14 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 51 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, December 23, 2010 Commercial Bank plans to replace Hastings office A more energy-efficient and customer-friendly design are key elements in making the new Commercial Bank property fiscally responsible. by David DeDecker Staff Writer In July, Commercial Bank bought financially troubled MainStreet Savings Bank from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. Now, Commercial Bank plans to temporarily relocate services in Hastings and demolish the 12-year-old building they now occupy at 629 W. State St. Bank officials said the building is too large and the overhead is too expensive. A new, economically smarter building will take its place. “The current building’s design is inefficient, and not well designed for customer service,” said Jeffrey Barker, president and CEO of Commercial Bank. “The economics of a new building make good sense, and the savings will be significant. Today’s building is about four times more expensive to operate than our other branch buildings.” The new building will occupy the same space as the current structure. The building plan is identical to Commercial Bank’s Greenville office, but slightly larger. The exterior will be cream-colored brick with a maroon steel roof, which are the Commercial Bank colors. Customers will have easier access to the building. Positioned at parking lot or sidewalk NEWS BRIEFS Library to close over holidays Hastings Public Library will be closed Friday, Dec. 24, through Saturday, Jan 1, 2011, for the holidays. The library will open at its regular time Monday, Jan. 3, 2011. The final events taking place at the library this year are the So Many Books Book Club discussing Map of Bones by James Rollins, from 10 to 11 a.m.; Movie Memories celebrating with “The Lemon Drop Kid,” from 5 to 8 p.m. Call the library, 269-945-4263, for more information. Santa taking final spin on trolley tonight Tonight, Dec. 23, will be the last night that Santa Claus will tool around town on the Holly Trolley. Musical guests will be Mr. Blues and Friends. The north side of the Barry County Courthouse lawn is the designated trolley stop for pickup and drop-off. Trolley rides are free, due to support from local businesses and organizations. level, the new design will eliminate numerous steps. Wheelchair accessibility and userfriendliness was key in the planning stage. The current building is 24,000 square feet. According to FDIC guidelines, a bank must occupy at least 51 percent of its building and is allowed to rent no more than 49 percent. In the opinion of bank authorities, Commercial Bank’s Hastings operation does not require 12,000 square feet of space to operate efficiently. “It’s not the building that makes the bank, it’s the people.” Tim Kelly, Commercial Bank “We just don’t have enough bank to occupy 51 percent of this building; it’s just not feasible,” said Tim Kelly, Commercial Bank Hastings community president. “We don’t have any bank facilities upstairs, and we only have a few staff working in the basement.” “Banks are highly regulated. So the last thing they want us to be is in another line of business which could put us at risk.” said Jeff Loomis, president of Commercial Bank West Michigan. “And that’s what we like about building to our specifications. Then we operate just as a bank. We don’t have to operate as a landlord. When you have a building of this size, you have to anticipate renting out the extra space. That’s a highly volatile business, especially in these times. And that’s not the kind a business a bank needs to be in. “We can’t generate enough income to support a building this size, just by banking. So, we are scaling the building back to what it needs to be — a bank building,” said Loomis. “So we can simply operate an efficient, quality bank. If someone were to look at the numbers, they would say ‘the right thing to do is tear down the building and build a new one.’ It just makes sense.” The plan is to meet with city planners in January and February and talk about specifics. Architectural drawings show a drive-through in the back, or the north side of building, near Apple Street. The new layout for the drive-through takes advantage of the new building’s length and provides more parking. Landscaping will provide the new facility with more lawn and green space. The bank sign will be moved to ground level where cars actually enter the property. “The new design will also clean up traffic flow. Right now traffic goes around and around the building, and they all get stuck in one place and don’t know which way to go,” said Loomis. “Since we talked to the City of Hastings last Thursday,” said Kelly, “I have had people coming into my office, and I have been showing them the architectural drawings and explaining what we want to do, and why. Most people understand. People like the idea of walking right in and not climbing all the stairs. The other factor is the drive-through being more user-friendly. The first window will be for commercial accounts.” Loomis added, “We exhausted other avenues for skinnying this present building, for renovating to meet our requirements. The construction of a new building is the only avenue that makes sense.” Kelly interjected, “We even looked at the possibility of someone buying the building and leasing space back to us. No one was interested, again because of the operating cost. “I am sure there will be people who question the project,” continued Kelly. “But if we can explain the economics of the project, it makes sense. The overhead of the building Jeffrey Loomis, president of Commercial Bank West Michigan, and Tim Kelly, Commercial Bank Hastings community president, look over the architectural plans for the proposed property. made MainStreet struggle, the size of the building plus some bad loans — they just couldn’t grow themselves out of the situation. It was definitely an issue,” said Kelly. During demolition and construction, a temporary banking office and drive-through operation will be at a Hastings location with plen- ty of parking. The total time for the transition to a new building will take approximately 100 days, said Loomis, starting early spring of 2011. The demolition company will recycle and reclaim much of the materials. See BANK, page 2 Scholarship fund created in memory of Delton second grader The Karter Post family and Delton Partners in Education have created the Karter Post Memorial Scholarship Fund to help Delton Kellogg students participate in field trips, camps and continue their education. Karter Post, 7, died as a result of a car accident Dec. 1. The second grade student and his brothers were heading to school when their car encountered ice on Norris Road and rolled over into a pond. Karter’s family will designate the type of scholarship given each year and the recipient of the scholarship. His mother, Mary Robinson, said the money may be used for students who cannot afford to participate in activities or go to camp. The awards will fol- low Karter’s class from elementary to middle school and into high school. Right now, since Karter was a second grader, the money would be for elementary students. But as Karter’s class approaches graduation, the money could be awarded for college or further education. The Delton Partners in Education (PIE) has donated $1,000 to start the scholarship fund, with Delton Little League promising to donate another $500. Anyone wishing to contribute may go to any PNC bank and make a tax-deductible donation to the scholarship fund. “The structure of the scholarship award has not been set up yet,” said PIE President Stephanie Stevens, “But, PIE will facilitate the fund at no charge.” Karter’s brother Kaleb said he thinks the donations should go to students so they can go on field trips like the one the fourth graders take to Mackinac Island. Gymnastics and soccer activities also will be considered, since those sports were Karter’s favorites. Kaleb, 8, said the elementary student council will walk from room to room and announce the new scholarship fund and create a fundraiser. The fundraisers may include a pop can drive or bake sale, along with placing containers around the area for collecting money. Karter was a member of 4-H, Cub Scouts and AYSO soccer. “Karter was such a happy child, so active.” said Robinson. Hastings school board learns about energy-saving program by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During its regular December meeting Monday evening, the Hastings Board of Education heard a presentation from Mike Bitar, a representative from Energy Education, a consulting firm that works with school district to help them lower their energy costs. Bitar has visited Hastings Area Schools a number of times over the years and said he believes the company could save the district $2.1 million over 10 years. According to Bitar, the district could hire a part-time consultant who would be an employee of the district. The consultant’s job would be to work with staff members to change what he called bad habits, such as leaving lights turned on in unused rooms, not lowering thermostats overnight and on weekends or leaving computers on when not in use. Many districts in the area use the consulting service including Thornapple Kellogg School District. Energy Education would charge the district a portion of its savings for the first four years of its service, after that the salary of a full-time consultant is approximately $22,000 per year, which would be offset by the district’s energy savings. Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee said Bitar made a presentation to the district’s facilities committee six weeks ago and committee members were impressed with what they heard. Satterlee said he wanted Bitar to make a presentation to the full board during Monday’s meeting because he anticipates that in the next month or two, he will make a recommendation to the board to contract for services with Energy Education. “It’s an opportunity for us to save money and make a more conscious effort about getting involved in the green schools initiative,” said Satterlee. “A couple of years ago, the district decided to go with Chevron energy-saving program, and they worked on saving energy through replacing faucets and things like that. Now that we’re done with that program and we’ve taken care of the mechanical ways to save energy costs, we can look at reducing them by changing our bad habits.” During Monday’s meeting, the board authorized Satterlee to sign and return the 2010-11 Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Participating Resolution and adopt this resolution for the 2010-2011 school year. The purpose of GSRP funding is to provide preschool programs for 4-year-old children who may be at risk of school failure. Each child enrolled in the program must have at least two of 25 identified risk factors, and more than 50 percent of the children served must be lowincome. The programs are designed to provide strong family involvement and parent education, as well as preschool education. The board also accepted the personnel report which included the following appointments: Adam Case, high school physical education teacher; Jodi Denney, high school general and after-school detention paraprofessional; and Samantha Sherk, Community Childcare Center substitute. The personnel report also included the follow resignations: Kaylyn Peterson, lead early childhood teacher, Community Childcare Center; Judy Strechlau-Ward, middle school snack bar supervisor; and Christina Warner, high school after-school detention paraprofessional. The next regular meeting of the Hastings Board of Education is set for 7:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17, 2011, in the multi-purpose room of Southeastern Elementary, 1300 S. East St.. �Page 2 — Thursday, December 23, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Hastings Mutual foundation brightens holidays with food pantry donation BANK, continued from page 1 The new Commercial Bank building will accommodate customers with a more efficient drive-through design, more parking and more green space. “We want to get back to what we do best, and that’s banking,” said Loomis. “And it’s not the building that makes the bank, it’s the people,” added Kelly. “At Commercial Bank, we do commercial lending and mortgages really well, and we’re sticking to what we do well.” Loomis added, “We will service all mortgages here in town. We may not retain the mortgage balance, because the interest risk is not feasible for 30 years. But, it just doesn’t make sense not to keep a strong customer relationship. We don’t sell the servicing rights to any mortgage. A customer can come into this bank and make mortgage payments, and not have to mail it across the country.” The upstairs offices of the current building house the Barry Community Foundation and the Thornapple Arts Council. “We have notified our tenants,” said Loomis, “We are trying to be as proactive and friendly as possible. Some tenants have already found new space. We will help them to find places to operate.” When asked, after the new building is in place and business moves forward, if the market share is not as projected, will Commercial Bank stay in Hastings, Loomis answered, “Pulling out is not even on our radar. We have been in business since 1893. We acquired all the assets of MainStreet, and it used to be a viable bank, it just needed to be made profitable. So we have restructured to make it a profitable operation. With the products and professionalism we bring to the table, we don’t anticipate any problems with being able to grow our market share. “We want to get back to what we do best, and that’s banking.” Jeffrey Loomis, Commercial Bank West Michigan president “And, from a corporate standpoint, we are flat-out excited to have Tim Kelly help us run the ship in Hastings. His experience and connections — and everything else that goes along with this — he is a perfect fit,” added Loomis. Commercial Bank, based in Alma, is a publicly traded company with nine branches throughout Michigan, including Lake Odessa. According to an article in National Banker Magazine, Commercial was the highestranked bank, for its size, in Michigan and ranked 14th in the nation. sonal r e p r you y Place ness holida si or bu ing in the greet ear! y s i h t Say... Merry Christmas, Happy New Year’s or both! You may also include an employee or family photo! 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The gift will go to help buy food for hungry families within the community. When accepting the gift, Forbes pointed out that many children in school receive free lunches, and during the Christmas break that option of food is not available. Yogurt, peanut butter, lunch meat and many other items have been purchased for families in the area already. “This is a huge gift to the community of Barry County that will enable us to increase the amount of food we are able to share as well as its nutritional value,” said Forbes. “We are so appreciative of the partnership we have with Hastings Mutual and for all of the good they do for our community.” The officers and board of directors of Hastings Mutual came together to make the initial contribution of $11,000 that was matched by the company’s Charitable Foundation. At 18 cents per pound, this $22,000 gift will provide an additional 555 pounds of food per week to the food bank for the next four years. “Hastings Mutual is an insurance company that focuses on helping people during their time of need,” said Wallace. “We are honored to give back to the community that has supported us for over 125 years.” For the past eight years, the Fresh Food Initiative has been able to purchase food through the Food Bank of South Central Michigan. Individuals in need may visit the First United Methodist Church, located on Green Street in Hastings, every Wednesday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. for food assistance. The Fresh Food Initiative is a non-qualifying program that is open to everyone in the community. Orangeville Township to ask commission for guardrail by Fran Faverman Staff Writer Much of the Dec. 7 meeting of the Orangeville Township Board concerned the Dec. 1 accident that claimed the life of 7year-old Karter Post. The accident occurred near the intersection of Norris and Hayward roads in an area where the road is narrow and has virtually no shoulder. Following some dredging, the water depth in the area increased from roughly two feet to six feet. Members of the board are scheduled to meet with the Barry County Road Commission in January to discuss road repairs for 2011, including a guardrail near the intersection of Norris and Hayward roads. Dan Boulter, chief of the Orangeville Fire Department, said his personnel were on the scene and aided by the Barry Township Police Department, Wayland Area Emergency Services and the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. Responding to concern expressed for the department’s personnel, he said a crisis team had debriefed personnel. Township Supervisor Tom Rook praised the department; an official letter commending the department will be sent to Boulter. Matthew Ribble and others who were representing the family at the board meeting also thanked the department for their quick response and efforts. Trustee Robert Perino, substituting for Mark Paradowski, chair of the parks and recreation committee, said Paradowski had asked him to mention that the committee needs to raise $13,000 to finish a playground area at the park. Perino said an ice skating rink also is proposed at an estimated cost of $653; the rink could be a 48 by 72 feet, rectangle or a circle. Rook said six-inch plastic pipe and greenhouse plastic would be donated. Boulter said the fire department would construct the rink and fill it with water. He continued, saying that Paradowski was resigning from the Barry County Parks and Recreation Commission but wished to remain as a stakeholder representative for Orangeville. To do so, he needs a letter from the township board appointing as such. A motion to write the letter to the commission was approved unanimously. Before the board was the letter from the Michigan Liquor Control Commission outlining the change to Sunday sales of alcoholic beverages. The legislation allows the sale of such beverages from 7 a.m. on Sunday morning through 2 a.m. Monday morning. Businesses that currently sell such beverages beginning at noon Sundays will need to apply for permits for the extended hours. The new legislation also limits communities to an all-or-nothing approach; either sales of alcoholic beverages are prohibited totally on Sundays or they are allowed during the extended hours. Municipalities may no longer set hours when they may be sold either by the glass or by the package. If a community wished to prohibit Sunday sales, a resolution had to be passed before Dec. 15 and forwarded to the commission. Rook noted that Orangeville Township did not have any local ordinances regulating Sunday sales and recommended that the board take no action. Following a brief discussion, the board decided to take no action; thus persons who wish to sell licensed beverages before noon on Sundays will be free to apply for permits. The board adopted its calendar for 2011. Board meetings will continue to begin at 7 p.m. in the community room in the township hall at 7350 Lindsey Road on the first Tuesday of the month beginning with Jan. 4, 2011. The only exceptions could be elections days, which under Michigan’s Consolidated Elections law, could be held on Feb. 1, May 3, Aug. 2, and Nov. 1, 2011. Should there be an election on one of those dates, the customary practice has been to move the meeting one week to the following Tuesday. In other business, Marlene Gregersen, chair of the Orangeville Community Outreach program, said the Harvey Leep Farm had donated 210 pounds of potatoes and WalMart had donated 100 turkeys for food boxes. Additional items were to be dropped off at the Family Fare in Hastings and at Weick’s Dec. 11. She added that Smiles for Christmas toys and gifts would be wrapped Dec. 20 at 5:30 p.m. All who wish to volunteer for wrapping are urged to join the group. Marlene Leep, representing Friends of the J.W. Wheeler Library in Martin, reported that two aides share a job which frees the library director to continue to apply for grants. The next meeting of the board will take place at 7 p.m. Jan. 4, 2011, at the township hall. Sheriff’s department helps family enjoy Christmas A patrol vehicle overflowing with gifts will help a Barry County family celebrate the holidays. Every year for Christmas, the Barry County Sheriff’s Department adopts a family who needs a little extra help to make the season bright. Traditionally, the family is chosen through a local charity. Five families were contacted, but in true Christmas spirit, all contacts suggested other families whom they felt needed help more than themselves. A family was brought to the attention of the sheriff’s department school liaison deputy. The deputy contacted the family who then wished only for warm clothing and boots for their four children. Department staff members were able to choose from 30 tags on the office Christmas tree. The tags had Christmas wishes with sizes for each parent and child. Each child will a receive new winter jacket, snow pants, winter boots, hats and gloves for Christmas. The parents will also be able to bundle up with new winter clothing. The family also will open additional gifts of toys, board games, DVDs, and other surprises. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 23, 2010 — Page 3 Hastings Rotary celebrates the Christmas season Members of the Hastings Kiwanis, Lions, Exchange and Rotary clubs applaud Hastings High School choir members. Santa Claus talks to the children and grandchildren of Hastings Rotarians who attended the club’s annual Christmas lunch. Rotarian Fred Jacobs (third from left) gets in on the act with Hastings High School choir members (from left) Brian Graybill, Jordan Swinkunas, Steven Maurer, Gabby Eaton and Jenny LaJoye during one of the group’s musical numbers. Monday, Dec. 13, the Hastings Rotary upheld invited the local Kiwanis, Exchange Club and Lions clubs members to attend its annual joint meeting and program, featuring music provided by students in the Hastings High School choir program. However, due to bad weather, which canceled school that day, high school choir director Patti LaJoye was only able to bring eight choir members to provide the entertainment. Hastings High School choir director Patti LaJoye leads students in a selection of Christmas carols and festive music during the annual combined holiday luncheon of the Hastings Exchange, Rotary, Kiwanis and Lions clubs. They sang mostly songs for the holiday but added, “I’ll be Seeing You” as one of their special songs for the event. Because the choir did not have its full entourage, LaJoye called on club members who were former members of the high school choir. Patty Woods, Deb Button and Fred Jacobs joined the choir in their annual final song, ‘It Was the Night Before Christmas.” “It was nice to be asked, and I mentioned that the song remained much of what I remembered over 40 years later,” said Jacobs, who added, “Thanks to the choir for giving us some holiday entertainment despite the bad weather. I don’t know what we would have done without them.” This week, Rotarians invited their children Hastings High School Choir members (from left) Taylor Carter, Amber Slagel, Ryan McNally, Brian Graybill, Jordan Swinkunas, Steven Maurer, Gabby Eaton and Jenny LaJoye perform during the Rotary luncheon. and grandchildren to the annual luncheon with Santa Claus. The Jolly Old Elf visited with the children and told them how impor- tant it is to be good kids, to be helpful to their parents because this is a busy time of year, for everyone, not just Santa. �Page 4 — Thursday, December 23, 2010 — The Hastings Banner IURP�RXU�UHDGHUV Regional patent office shows Michigan means innovation To the editor: As 2010 comes to a close, Michigan has received some great news for our economy and the strength of technical innovation in our state. U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke announced Dec. 16 that Detroit would be home to the first-ever satellite office of the U.S. Trade and Patent Office, the government agency that grants the patents and trademarks that give legal protection to innovations that help make our economy grow. This decision will bring more than 100 high-skill jobs to our state in the first year, and it will help Michigan businesses and innovators get new ideas and products to market more quickly. Gov. Jennifer Granholm, the entire Michigan congressional delegation and many others worked hard to make sure Secretary Locke and others who made this decision were aware of Michigan’s many strengths. The new jobs in Southeast Michigan are of course very welcome. But the significance of Michigan’s selection for this regional office reaches beyond the initial jobs our state will gain. First, this choice speaks volumes about the innovation that is already taking place in our state and the strong workforce Michigan offers. Michigan is one of America’s most important centers of high-tech innovation; since 2001, more than 31,000 patents have been granted to Michigan applicants, the fifth highest total in the nation. Those patents come from our automakers — Ford, GM, and Chrysler — as well as from auto parts companies such as Delphi and Lear. But they also come from universities all across our state; from drug and biotech companies such as Kalamazoo’s Pfizer; from chemical companies such as Dow and Dow Corning in Midland; and from furniture makers such as La-Z-Boy in Monroe. It’s also an endorsement of Michigan workers and education. Commerce Department and USPTO officials cited the high percentage of scientists and engineers in the local workforce and the great access to institutions of higher education that Detroit offered as factors that made Michigan a good choice for the satellite office. This decision gives Michigan a first-in-thenation opportunity to enjoy the benefits of this office for local companies and inventors. The office is part of a pilot program by USPTO to reduce the time needed to process patent or trademark applications. The faster innovators can get protection for their work, the faster they can get it to market. Michigan’s selection for the first regional satellite patent office is a testament to the wealth of engineering talent and innovation in our state. There was plenty of competition, from more than a dozen cities across the country, and this choice shows just how much respect there is nationally for the important and ground-breaking work that happens every day in Michigan. U.S. Sen. Carl Levin, Michigan Why are patents and trademarks so important? Michigan companies have learned, at times painfully, why they matter. A patent allows a company with a new product to market that product without the fear that competitors will steal their ideas. Without patent protection, there is less incentive to research and develop new ideas, because competitors could benefit just as much as innovators from all the time and effort spent in developing that idea. Under Secretary Locke and USPTO Director David Kappos, patent and trademark officials have reduced a backlog of about 750,000 patent applications to under 700,000 in just a year. By adding new patent examiners, and by putting them in regional offices in centers of innovation such as Michigan, USPTO believes it can reduce that backlog more quickly. Michigan’s selection for the first regional satellite patent office is a testament to the wealth of engineering talent and innovation in our state. There was plenty of competition, from more than a dozen cities across the country, and this choice shows just how much respect there is nationally for the important and ground-breaking work that happens every day in Michigan. Michigan companies and Michigan workers will gain important benefits from this decision. U.S. Sen. Carl Levin, Michigan A special Christmas list for 2010 Right about now, Santa Claus is looking over his list, checking it twice, to see who’s been naughty or nice. The rest of us, meanwhile, are finishing our shopping, wrapping presents and hurrying around to get ready for Christmas. Norman Vincent Peale said of this special holiday, “Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.” As we come to the close of another year, it’s a good time for all of us to reflect on the past in anticipation of the new year. Looking back over the past 12 months, we are reminded that it has been a long, difficult year for many. However, things appear a little brighter as we anticipate what’s in store for 2011. As in the past, I have taken time to reflect on the year and jotted down my special Christmas list. (Keep in mind the items are in jest and done only for fun.) As you read the list, think about what Oscar Wilde once said, “There is only one thing in the world worse than being talked about, and this is not being talked about.” Here are a few people who made my special list for 2010. To Bonnie Hildreth, president of the Barry Community Foundation, which is housed at Commercial Bank, the keys to her new office. I’m making it interesting by giving her a box of keys I borrowed from the chamber of commerce office — all she has to do now is find the one key that will unlock the door of her new office. To Jim DeYoung, director of the Thornapple Manor, I’m offering the new book, How to Influence Government Officials, written by Congressman Charlie Rangel. I’ve heard it’s flying off the shelves. In the preface, it warns the reader, before speaking, to “open mouth, insert foot ‘ecstatically’” or employing what is better known as the think-before-you-speak program. To Dave McIntyre, a badge he can carry in his wallet that makes him an ‘Official Friend of the State Police’ as he travels around Barry County. To Judge Gary Holman as he makes plans for retirement early in the new year, the new book written by Gov. Jennifer Granholm, Pure Michigan – There’s So Much to Do, It Will Blow You Away! And, now that Holman has decided to retire, it will open a seat on the bench. In anticipation of the position, I want to offer a manual to prospective judges called, “101 Qualifications of Becoming a Candidate for Judicial Office,” written by the late Hastings attorney Paul Siegel. To Steve Youngs, director of the Community Music School here in Hastings, a part in the new musical written and produced by the Thornapple Players called “Elvis on the Thornapple.” To former County Commissioner Mark Englerth, a gift certificate for the book, Cats for Dummies. It’s filled with all kinds of suggestions for raising and caring for our feline friends. To Sheriff Dar Leaf, special classes at Kellogg Community College on budgets and how to make the most of the money you have. The class adapted the new book Budgeting for Dummies as part of its curriculum. A gift suggestion to the sheriff from the county board might be a copy of Lorrie Morgan’s song, “What Part of ‘No’ Don’t You Understand?” To bring in the new year, I’m giving Carl Schoessel a Dick Clark costume to wear during the Walldorff Brew Pub’s second annual New Year’s Eve party. You can keep it, Carl, and use it over and over again. Elected members of the Barry County Board of Commissioners will each get a copy of the recently released book, How to Stretch Your Dollars in 10 Easy Lessons. It should be “mandated” reading for all county commissioners. To Joe Lyons, the Ebenezer Scrooge Award and a visit from Commissioners Past to shed new light on the true meaning of public service so that he may learn to serve fellow citizens and be open minded when considering solutions and programs, and the realization that new ideas are not just “idiotic proposals.” To the City of Hastings, I’m giving a brown star and offering the city its very own recycling center to be located next to the sanitary sewer plant on Apple Street. And to Mayor Bob May, Barry Bucks to help fund new bleachers at Tyden Park so that onlookers can sit and enjoy the Civil War monument at Tyden Park. To the DDA and others who want to move the Civil War monument to the courthouse lawn, a list of projects on which their money would be better spent, starting with snow removal. With all its money, the DDA could pay to keep sidewalks and street gutters free of slush and treacherous piles of snow. The result could bring even more shoppers downtown, rather than sending them to stores not barricaded by mounds of snow. To the Village of Middleville (which had good intentions) some super glue to fix, once and for all, the decorative bricks in downtown streets that keep rising and falling due to Michigan weather. A special-delivery package goes to Tammy Pennington, director of the Commission on Aging. Enclosed is a deed for the property of the former Presbyterian church to be used as the new senior center with a kitchen, dining hall, lots of classrooms and a stage that could be used by the Thornapple Players, in exchange for the COA property on the north side of town. As I was digging into my files, I found a letter written by several former Michigan governors, so I decided to pass it on the Jennifer Granholm – it’s titled, “Old Governors Don’t Go Away, They Just Become High-Paid Politicians.” I hope she enjoys it. To Father Richard Altine, newly appointed pastor for St. Rose Parish, his very own snow machine, so whenever he wants some new fresh snow, all he has to do is flip the switch and sing, “Let is Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow” while the rest of us can just drive by and enjoy looking at snow falling on the church property. This is where the list loses its banter and sometimes fictitious publications and becomes entirely sincere: To donors — anonymous and named — throughout Hastings and Barry, our sincere appreciation for all you’ve done for our community. “What a man does for himself dies with him. What a man does for his community lives long after he is gone,” said former President Teddy Roosevelt. We applaud the dedication of so many people who make our community a better place for all of us. To Hastings Mutual Insurance Company, big congratulations in celebration of its 125th anniversary this year. We’ve enjoyed watching the company grow and expand here at home. As I come to the end of my list, I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who gives of themselves throughout the year to make Barry County and the activities that we enjoy so special and successful. When you grow up and live in a small town, you get the best of what life has to offer. As we begin 2011, let’s focus on the possibilities rather than the difficulties we may face. Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Inc. Area churches preparing for Christmas services Hastings Christmas celebrations at the Hastings campus of Thornapple Valley Church will be Christmas Eve services at 3 and 4:30 p.m. The church will not have services Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 25 and 26, or Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011. Regular services resume at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 315 W. Center St., will have a candlelight service with choral Holy Communion, Rite II, on Christmas Eve at 8 p.m. The Christmas Day service will begin at 11 a.m. with Holy Communion, Rite II. New Year’s Eve service, beginning at 7 p.m., will include Holy Communion, Rite II. The Feast of the Epiphany will be celebrated Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, at 7 p.m. with Stations of the Epiphany and Holy Communion, Rite II. For information about any of these services, call 269-945-3014. Middleville Peace Church at 6950 Cherry Valley Road will hold two Christmas Eve candlelight services. The family service will be at 7, and a traditional service at 11 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, the 9:30 a.m. worship service will include a celebration of Caraway Street’s 30th anniversary. Caraway Street, a puppet ministry for children (also entertaining to adults), will present a special program for all ages to celebrate 30 years of ministry at the church. For more information, call 616-891-8119. Middleville United Methodist Church, 111 Church St., Middleville, will have a live nativity through Friday, Dec. 24, from 6 to 8 p.m. A family Christmas Eve service will begin at 7 p.m. Special music will be performed only at the 11 p.m. service and will include music from both the bell and chancel choirs. For more information about services in December, call 269-795-9266. Middleville’s MorningStar Church which had been meeting at Thornapple Kellogg Middle School, will celebrate the first Christmas Eve services in its new building at 640 Arlington Court, next to Tires 2000. Services will be at 7 and 11 p.m. For more Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. information, call 269-743-4104. Thornapple Valley Church Christmas celebrations at the Middleville campus will be on Christmas Eve 3 and 4:30 p.m. There will be no services Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 25 and 26. Regular services resume at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 2. Orangeville Christmas Eve at St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, 11850 W. Nine Mile Road, begins with a carol sing-a-long at 7 p.m. and celebration of the Eucharist at 7:30 p.m. This year the carol sing-a-long will begin in darkness, with only candlelight, to sing “Silent Night.” No services will be held Christmas Day. For more information, call 269-532- 0115. Woodland Zion Lutheran Church, 6261 Velte Road, will have the annual Christmas Eve candlelight service with Holy Communion at 7 p.m. This service is a time to reflect on what the Christmas season is all about: Jesus. The church is located about three-quarters of a mile south of Lakewood High School. Call 269-367-4817 for more information. This is the final Christmas service column. J-Ad Graphics wishes all our readers the most blessed of Christmases and a happy New Year. The Hastings What is your favorite Christmas memory? Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... 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Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 23, 2010 — Page 5 Middleville council approves 2011 budget Delton man killed in by Patricia Johns Staff Writer At its Dec. 16 meeting, the Middleville Village Council voted to change elections to November in even years and approve the budget for 2011. Estimated revenues from all sources for the general fund in 2011 is $1,011,042. The budget lists expenditures in this fund to $936,403. Interim village manager Geoff Moffat noted in his presentation during the public hearing that began the meeting that $74,639 will be applied to reduce the general fund deficit. He anticipates that this deficit may be eliminated by 2012. In his presentation during the public hearing, Moffat also reviewed other funds in the budget. He discussed in detail the cost-savings measures the 2011 budget is taking to try to reduce the deficit as quickly as possible. The 2011 budget was approved 6-0, with council member Sue Merrill absent. Once the regular meeting began, the council held another public hearing on whether to change from a September odd-year election for village elections to the November election in even years. The only member of the public speaking on this issue was Michael Bremer who told council that he thought this move, which should save the village about $3,000, in costs was a good one. Once the public hearing was closed, several council members discussed the pros and cons of changing the election. Village Clerk Jean Lamoreaux had explained that when the council, in 2004, had voted for the September odd-year elections, there was not as much electronic voting equipment. Now, she cannot verify absentee ballots and this has to be done by staff at Thornapple Township. The September 2007 election had 173 votes, 104 of them were by absentee ballots. In 2009, there were 335 votes and more than half were by absentee ballot, she said. Council member Joyce Lutz said the village elections could get lost in the larger county, state and national elections. She also said she was concerned that once the village changes to the November, even-year elections, it cannot change again. In Barry County, Freeport and Woodland villages have changed to the November elections in even years. Lutz discussed the fact that few people had attended the public hearing. She said she is concerned that voters who elected them will not understand their terms being extended 14 months to the election on Nov. 6, 2012. Council approved the change to the November even-year elections by a vote of 4-2. Lutz and Phil VanNoord cast the dissenting votes. In other business, council will delay any decision on sidewalk snow-removal punishments for this year. The council hopes to encourage neighbors to help those who live near them clear their sidewalks within the 12 daylight hours after a storm. Next year, the ordinance committee will begin to look into whether the Middleville Department of Public Works could purchase equipment and use seasonal part-time workers to remove snow. The committee also will look into the cost for the village to contract with a local company to provide sidewalk clearing. The council approved new park use fees for Spring and Stagecoach parks. To rent the pavilion at Spring Park, new fees are $50 for village residents, $75 for non-residents and $35 for nonprofit organizations. In addition, each will pay a $25 security fee. This fee will be returned if those renting the pavilion follow the rules and leave it in good condition. VanNoord noted that fees would be applied to maintaining the park. The fees for renting the large gazebo in Stagecoach Park are $150 for residents, $250 for non-residents and $35 for nonprofit organizations. Renters would also pay a $50 security deposit. If those renting facilities at either park do not notify the village to change or cancel use date eight days before scheduled date, the entire fee will go to the village. VanNoord also announced that the policy banning snowmobiles within the village limits will remain for this season. Sgt. Tony Stein will meet with VanNoord and his committee on this policy. In other business, council voted 4-2 to allow the sale of alcohol within the village on Sundays from 7 a.m. until noon. Moffat announced that the village offices will be closed Wednesday, Dec. 29, to allow for office moving. Village offices also will be closed Dec. 23, 24, 30 and 31 for the and holidays. Moffat was thanked for his service as interim manager over the past six months. He received a hat, in recognition of the many hats he has worn, for the village from council member Sue Reyff. The council went into closed session to discuss legal issues. Following the session the council approved entering into a settlement. This was the only village council meeting in December. New village manager Rebecca Fleury will begin work in the village Monday, Jan. 3, 2011. The next meeting council meeting will be Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2011, at 7 p.m. Pine Lake Road accident Barry County Sheriff Deputies and the Pine Lake Fire Department responded to a call of a one-vehicle accident on Pine Lake Road west of Enzian Road Sunday Dec. 19. The 1995 GMC pickup driven by Christopher L. Leinaar, 19, went off the road and struck a tree, killing Leinaar, the sole occupant. The son of Troy and Misty (Truax) Leinaar, he was a 2010 graduate of Delton Kellogg High School who had excelled in soccer. Funeral services were to be conducted Thursday, Dec. 23, at 1 p.m. at Hickory Corners Bible Church. The accident remains under investigation. Pine Lake business demolished after 60 years Open-fire ordinance snuffed out in Yankee Springs by Fran Faverman Staff Writer An ordinance proposed to regulate open fires in Yankee Springs Township appears to be dead in the water. The proposal by Fire Chief Dave Middleton stirred emotions among lake residents within the township and also led to a series of informational meetings that strained the capacity of the community meeting room in the township hall. Ultimately, the township board created a special ad hoc committee to make a recommendation to the board. The report of the committee effectively signaled the end for the proposal. Paul Heystek, chair of the committee, presented the group’s conclusions at the Dec. 9 board meeting. The committee recommended going with the new state regulations on open burning that will take effect in April 2011, leaving existing setback regulations alone and avoiding duplication. The new state laws ban burning trash, garbage and construction materials. The size of many lots on lakes in the township would have effectively banned any burning because of setback requirements set forth in the proposed ordinance. A way to avoid duplication was discovered when research done by the committee determined that the township’s existing public nuisance ordinance could be used to address some issues. “Smoke is a big problem,” said Heystek, noting, “We have an ordinance that addresses it as a public nuisance.” He added that the state fire marshal has agreed to help Middleton if there are problems. “We should use what is in place and what we are paying for,” concluded Heystek; in short, give the new state rules and enforcement of the existing ordinance a chance to solve the problems. The board took up a request from Kimberly Campbell for approval of a resolution from the Michigan Liquor Control Commission to approve the transfer the ownership of an escrowed Class C liquor license and dance permit from the owners of the O’Neil’s Restaurant and Pub Inc. to the Sand Bar Pub and Grill LLC. State law requires approval of such transfers by the local governing body’s legislative body. Campbell and her husband, Bruce, are the new owners. She appeared to request approval of the transfer, noting that zoning issues related to the sign ordinance existed and that her goal was to have a plan for being in compliance with the ordinance completed before April 30, 2011. Robert Lippert, zoning administrator, said he wanted the board to order compliance with the ordinance by April 30. Treasurer John Jerkatis asked if compliance was the only issue. Lippert said it was. “Expense is the issue,” said Campbell. “We need to generate some revenue. The Liquor Control Commission has been out twice and has passed us. We are using the existing sign.” The issue with the sign is not the sign itself but its placement, which infringes 14 feet on the M-179 right of way. Shane Vandenberg, a resident in the audience, interjected, saying that if he were sitting in the board’s seats, he would do everything he could to support Campbell in a new business. Lippert responded, saying that the letter does not indicate compliance with the ordinance by April 30; he added he would not accept the letter without modification. Campbell said she cannot get price estimates on removing the existing sign or on erecting a new one. She also expressed concerns about what attempts to remove the sign might uncover beneath the surface. Lippert again pointed out that the sign vio- lates both state and local setbacks on the M179 right of way. Jerkatis moved to approve the application for transferring the liquor license from O’Neil’s to the Sand Bar Pub and Grill, at 11368 M-179 Highway, and to allow the business to have a written plan to be in compliance with corridor and state rules by April 30, 2011. The motion was supported, and board discussion began. Township Supervisor Al McCrumb commented that as of now, Campbell did not have a plan. She replied that she did not have an exact plan, just a willingness to be in compliance. “Is there a reason it has to be approved tonight?” asked Jerkatis. “No, we are operating under a management agreement with O’Neil’s,” answered Campbell. Trustee Mary Cook commented that the board should face the fact that it is hard enough to start a business in the current economy. However, as the discussion continued, it emerged that the license must be transferred by the April 30, 2011, deadline; otherwise the commission can exercise its right to make the license available for assignment to another person. Campbell agreed to change her letter to read, “We will have completed by April 30, 2011, modifications of the sign to comply with the corridor rules.” The Jerkatis motion was amended to read to approve the motion to approve the transfer of the liquor license from 11368 M-179 Highway with the assurance that the Sand Bar Pub will be in compliance with the Gun Lake Corridor rules and will have completed modifications to comply with the rules by the deadline. The amended motion was approved unanimously. Regular reports consumed the remainder of the meeting. Craig Stolsonburg, county commissioner, reported that using the committee-of-thewhole format had saved approximately $32,000 in the past year. While not sure of the exact number, he said that between $400,000 and $700,000 remained with some designated to go into the Federal Unemployment Trust Account from which unemployment benefits are paid and retirement accounts. Clerk Janice Lippert asked, where money for the airport came from. Following rejection by voters of the November ballot proposal to fund the airport, the county, according to Stolsonburg, has obligations under existing federal grants and has budgeted $47,000 for the airport. He also noted the donation of a jet fuel station; revenues will be dedicated to the airport. Some hangars also were donated. He added that the commission expects the City of Hastings to match the county’s contribution. Middleton said November had been a quiet month in the township. Three calls for fires — one structure, one illegal burning and one false alarm. There were no automobile accidents and 15 medical calls. He noted that the township’s all-terrain vehicle was being prepared for ice rescues. McCrumb reported he had received an alert from the Michigan Townships Association about Michigan Senate Bill 77, which would remove administrative fees imposed by townships on tax bills on foreclosed homes and would remove the residential tax exemption from the homes. He commented that it was another instance of attempts to get money from townships. (Unless passed by both houses before their adjournment for the current legislative session, the bill will automatically die.) McCrumb also apprised the board of the latest identity theft issue, which is the use of taxpayer information by thieves. A policy to protect the identity of taxpayers, known as Red Flag Rules, has been established and is now a matter of law. He recommended its adoption by the board, which was unanimous. He said the board is scheduled to meet with the Barry County Road Commission to discuss road repairs in 2011. McCrumb noted that there is a vacancy on the planning commission; Bruce Cook, whose appointment expires Dec. 31, has indicated he does not wish to be reappointed to the commission. Robert Lippert reported that the Federal Emergency Management Agency process continues; Yankee Springs has now reached the halfway point. Letters of map amendment have been granted to 238 of the 475 parcels considered by FEMA to be in the flood zone. Lippert also noted that the township had prevailed in a court action involving a resident who refused to apply for a site plan review. The resident had constructed a building within two feet of the water’s edge. A complaint about parking boats in a channel has been referred to the state departments of natural resources and energy. He said two site plan reviews for new residences had been completed. A complaint about a land filling on Westwood Lane resulted in a law suit won by the developer. The board also discussed the letter from the state liquor control commission regarding Sunday sales and agreed that no action was required. Businesses in Yankee Springs are now free to sell alcoholic beverages both by the glass and package from 7 a.m. Sunday through 2 a.m. Monday; businesses desiring to do so need to apply for permits to begin selling before noon. A complaint received about a ventilating contractor operating a business from a home without a special-use permit drew comment from Jerkatis that he was having trouble understanding the difference between having a home office and actually fabricating a product. Janice Lippert reported that her office had received three permits for seawalls and one for a dock from the DNRE. Five people are signed up for the Michigan Townships Association conference from Jan. 25 to 28, 2011; the board approved an expenditure of $1,450 for the conference. She also requested a change to the township office hours. Currently the offices are open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to noon on Fridays. She wants close the office on Fridays. The board approved the request unanimously. In other routine business, the board approved extension of the right of way contract with AT&T through 2013, renewal of the contract with PCI for inspections and adoption of the township calendar for 2011. The board also approved scheduling a joint meeting of the board, the planning commission, the zoning board of appeals, and the township planner and attorney for 7 p.m. in the township hall Tuesday, Jan. 18. The request was made by Frank Fiala, chair of the planning commission, who said that the joint meeting in 2010 had been helpful to the commission but that it would be more useful to have the meeting earlier in the year and to include the township attorney. During the public comment period, Cathy Strickland, a member of the planning commission took issue with the tree and brush trimming currently being done by the Barry County Road Commission. Fiala, who is a member of the road commission, said that while it looks bad right now, within a few years, new growth will have occurred. He noted that the first priority of the commission has to be safety, rather than aesthetics. The next regular meeting of the board will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12, at the township hall, 284 N. Briggs Road. This shows Oakwood Resort at the beginning of demolition last week. A new home will be constructed on the previous Oakwood Resort property. Oakwood Resort in Prairieville Township was demolished last week. The long-time business started renting fishing cabins on the northwest side of Pine Lake more than 60 years ago. Rob DeWaters and his dad, Deac DeWaters bought Oakwood Resort in December 1980 after it had been operated for more than 30 years. The DeWaterses operated the neighborhood convenience store seven days a week, year-round, serving the lake and surrounding area. They sold gasoline, fishing and hunting licenses, groceries, beer, wine and liquor. Many Pine Lake fishing contests were sponsored by the store. Boats were available for rent. Live bait and fishing tackle was also available. The DeWaterses added a deli and Oakwood Resort Pizza in 1985. Many customers arrived by boat and docked at the resort. According to DeWaters, the biggest day of the year was July 4, with lots of pizza, fireworks and beer being sold. The resort closed in 1993. Rob DeWaters said a new house will be built on the vacant property. Stay informed on local events... Subscribe to The BANNER! Call... 945-9554 Please note our special HOLIDAY HOURS: Friday, December 24th Christmas Eve Day – Close at 1 pm Saturday, December 25th Christmas Day – CLOSED 150 W. Court Street (269) 945-9535 HastingsCityBank.com Hastings City Bank Member FDIC ATM and Online Banking is available 24 Hours a Day! 06734709 �Page 6 — Thursday, December 23, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Area Obituaries 77552689 Kenneth E. Chapman United Methodist Church Corner of Green and Church Hastings 269-945-9574 Christopher Leinaar Sean P. Kelley DELTON, MI - Christopher Leinaar, of Delton, passed away Sunday, December 19, 2010 due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Chris was born September 18, 1991 in Kalamazoo, the son of Troy and Misty (Truax) Leinaar. A 2010 graduate of Delton Kellogg High School, Chris excelled at soccer while in high school. Chris enjoyed all sports including snowboarding, softball, and baseball. Chris also enjoyed hunting, working on his truck and he especially enjoyed watching his brothers play sports. He is survived by his parents: Troy and Misty Leinaar of Delton; brothers, Noah and Zachary; grandparents, Larry and Linda Leinaar and Bob and Deb Truax, both of Delton; aunts and uncles, Sarah and Tommie Conrad and Todd Leinaar; cousins, Madison, Anna, and Cooper Conrad; and special friend, Joe Quero. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, December 23, 2010, at 1 p.m. at Hickory Corners Bible Church, Pastor Jeff Worden officiating. Burial will take place at East Hickory Corners Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the family will be appreciated. Please visit www.williamsgoresfuneral.com to view or sign Chris's online guest book. Arrangements made by the Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Delton. HASTINGS, MI - Sean P. Kelley, age 31, died unexpectedly on December 16, 2010. He was born on October 31, 1979 in Portsmouth, VA, to Michael and Barbara (Sorensen) Kelley. Sean was a graduate of the drafting program at M.C.T.I. at Pine Lake. He loved to fish and spent every season outdoors fishing on any lake or river. A true music lover, Sean enjoyed all types of music but Neil Young was his favorite. He was an active member of AA and NA. Sean's family includes his father, Michael Kelley of Middleville; his children, Hailey, Thomas, Clayton, and Collin; his sisters, Melissa Morgan and Tonya Kelley; his grandmother, Ardyce Sorensen; his grandfather, Virg Evanstead; his nieces, Talia, Cyleigh, and Sophia; his nephews, Joseph and Nikolas; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara; his grandparents, Janet and Clayton Kelley and Victor Sorensen. Friends may visit with Sean's family on Sunday, December 19, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Beeler-Gores Funeral Home, Middleville. His service was held Monday, December 20, 2010 at the Thornapple Valley Church in Middleville, with Pastor Phil Courtright officiating. Burial followed at Yankee Springs Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the New Beginnings Substance Abuse Recovery Program in Kalamazoo. Please visit Sean's memory page at www.beelergoresfuneral.com., where you can sign his online register book. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 6:00pm Contemporary 11:00pm Traditional Worship Together… 77552541 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship Service 10:45 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Service 7 p.m. Christas Eve Worship 6 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music; Josh Maurer, Youth Pastor. Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for all ages,10:30 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service, Jr. & Sr. High Groups. Wednesday, Family Night 6:30 p.m., Awana, Bible Study, Praise and Prayer. Call Church Office 948-8004 for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. OrangevilleBaptist. org. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. Beginning Sunday, Dec. 5 at 10 a.m. and continuing through the last Sunday in February: “Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace - The Peacemaking Church.” Sunday, Dec. 19 at 11 a.m. Christmas message and music. Sunday, Dec. 19 at 6 p.m. ‘Come As a Child” Christmas program. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http:// trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are MondayThursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Worship, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship. Sunday School for PreK-2nd and 3rd-5th and Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. The Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. LIFEGATE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting in the community room of Commercial Bank, 629 W. State Street, Hastings, MI. Pastor Scott Price. Phone: 269-948-0900. Website: www.lifegatecc.com. P.O. Box 273, Hastings, MI 49058. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Wednesday life group 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-731-5194 or -517852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Service 7 and 11 p.m. - 1st Sunday after Christmas, Dec.26 - Worship 10 a.m. NO SUNDAY SCHOOL. Men’s and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s AlAnon 7:00. Christmas Eve Worship 12/24 7:00 and 11:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269945-2698. Pastor Amy Luckey. http://www.discovergrace.org FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 405 N. M-37, Hastings, MI 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services: 10 a.m. Combined Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com. Thursday - 6 p.m. Men’s Basketball; 6 p.m. Coffee Break for Choir, Choir Practice.. Friday - 9 a.m. Pickleball; 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. Christmas Eve Worship Services. Wednesday - 5 p.m. Picckleball This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: Fiberglass Products Lauer Family Funeral Homes 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 1401 N. Broadway Hastings 945-2471 102 Cook Hastings 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 118 S. Jefferson Hastings 945-3429 HICKORY CORNERS, MI - Kenneth E. Chapman, of Hickory Corners, passed away Monday, December 20, 2010, peacefully at his home surrounded by his family. Kenneth was born in Barry County, November 10, 1926, the son of Hugh E. and June E. (Mott) Chapman. On November, 8, 1947, he married Marian (Overley) Chapman, who survives. Other members of his family include, their children, Marilyn (Herman) Clear, Craig (Val) Chapman, Barbara Moore, and Christine Chapman; nine grandchildren; and 11 great grandchildren. Kenneth was a veteran of WWII, proudly serving his country in the US Army, and was one of the first group of soldiers to enter Japan. Kenneth started working at a young age at the Lockshore Creamery, then at Kalamazoo Stationary. With his father they started H.E. Chapman Construction Co, and later it was known as Kenneth Chapman Construction Co. He was also a bus driver for the Gull Lake Community Schools, and building inspector for Pennfield and Bedford townships. Kenneth was a life member of the American Legion Post 484, of Hickory Corners, and a life member of the VFW Post 422, of Delton. An avid hunter, bowler, and fisherman. Ken played softball and baseball well into his 50s. He was preceded in death by a brother Kendall and a sister Dorothy Chapman, and his hunting dog Taffy. His family will receive friends Thursday, December 23, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Williams-Gores Funeral Home in Delton, where funeral services will be conducted Friday, December 24, 2010, 11 a.m., with Pastor Jeff Worden, officiating. Burial will take place in East Hickory Corners Cemetery. Memorial contributions to American Legion Playground Fund at Calwalder Park will be appreciated. Please visit www.williams-goresfuneral.com to view and sign Kenneth's online guest book. Gary R. Rein Alfred Samuel (Sam) Shriver Jim Barton MIDDLEVILLE, MI - Jim Barton, age 79, of Middleville, passed away December 16, 2010 with his wife by his side. He was born August 25, 1931 in Millersburg, OH. Jim spent all of his life driving truck for various trucking companies, two of which were Diamond Machinery and Road and Rail. In his retirement years, he repaired Wheel Horse tractors. Jim honorably served in the Korean War from 1949 to 1952, with the 72nd Tank Battalion. Jim married Karen Needham on July 4, 1992. He was an avid train collector and spent many hours working outdoors on a train set he had for a number of years. Jim was recognized by the city of Middleville for his dedication to displaying the American Flag outside his home. Most recently, Jim served with the honor guard of the American Legion Post 127, Dorr. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Archie; brothers, Bill and Gordy; and stepdaughter, Jodie. Jim is survived by his wife, Karen of 18 years; children, Rusty (Judy), Patty (Brian), Anita (Dick), Dennie, Kate (Rich), Terry, Jerry; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; sister, Lillian; sister-in-law, Greta; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Tuesday, December 21, 2010 at Girrbach Funeral Home with Chaplain Louie Koster officiating. Internment was at Brush Ridge Cemetery with full military honors, provided by the Dorr American Legion Post 127. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Legion Post 127, Dorr. The family wishes to give special thanks to Dr. Paul DeWitt, Pennock Hospital, Spectrum Hospital and the Dorr American Legion Post 127. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (girrbachfuneralhome.net). WYOMING, MI - Gary R. Rein, age 61, of Wyoming. On Wednesday, December 15, 2010, the world lost a very good man and heaven got a little brighter as Gary died peacefully at his home surrounded by his family after a two year battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his son, Jason Rein and father, Robert Rein. He will always be remembered by his wife of over 30 years, Susan Jacobs-Rein; daughter, Hope Rein; grandchildren, Haley Rein and Chelsey Wickham; mother, Agnes Rein and Ron Hinkle; sisters, Charlotte Rentz, Mary and Richard Furlong; brother-in-law, William II and Julie Jacobs; sister-in-law, Patricia Hull; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews; many friends and colleagues. Gary attended St. Rose of Lima School, graduated from Hastings High School and attended Kellogg Community College. He worked for E.W. Bliss Company in Hastings and D & S Machine Repair, also in Hastings. The Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Saturday, December 18, 2010 at St. John Vianney Church, 4101 Clyde Park SW with Fr. Michael Alber presiding. Gary was buried next to his son, Jason in Fuller Cemetery in Hastings. Memorial donations may be made to the St. John Vianney Foundation. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com. SHELL POINT, FL - Alfred Samuel (Sam) Shriver went home to be with his Lord at the VA Hospital in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, December 18, 2010 after a brief battle with cancer. Sam was born in Battle Creek, MI on Dec. 21, 1936. Sam was the third child of four born to Samuel and Dorilda Shriver. Sam attended Hastings area schools and later received his GED. Sam served in the US Army from 1954 to 1956 during the Korean Conflict. Sam was married to Ruth Randall-Shriver, mother of Samuel III, Paul, Robert and daughter Carmen until Ruth’s death in 1967. Sam is survived by his wife of 42 years, Deanna (Dee) Bristol-Meier-Shriver; daughter of Lyle and Kathryn Bristol. Sam assumed fatherhood of Chuck, Chris, Rex Meier along with his own children, Sam III, Paul, Robert, and daughter Carmen along with now 14 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Sam and Dee also have two foster sons, Mike and Reece Salyer; Sam’s sister, Delores Eichler and two brothers, Richard and Rodney Shriver. Sam worked at E.W. Bliss as a machinist for 10 years in Hastings until he became disabled in 1969. He belonged to the BPOE (Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks), Masons, Shrine, Moose and participated in many other charitable organizations. Sam enjoyed cards, pocket pool, camping, swimming, fishing, hunting and golf. Family was priority and always came first. He was preceded in death by his son, Robert in 2007, and father and mother. Sam and Deanna owned and managed the Brookside Motor Inn in Hastings for 20 years. They moved to Florida in 1988 then owned and operated Shell Point Realty about 12 years until early 2010 at Shell Point, FL. He will be missed by many. Please send your happy memories of Sam to deeshriver@msn.com �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 23, 2010 — Page 7 Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of Area Obituaries EDWARD JONES Johanna T. Fryklind ARCADIA, FL - Johanna T. Fryklind of Arcadia, Florida, formerly of Delton, passed away December 20, 2010, in Arcadia, Florida. Johanna was born March 11, 1930, in Waterloo, Indiana, the daughter of Edward and Magdalena (Schouvell) Dulle. On May 7, 1955, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Auburn, Indiana, she married Arthur "Earl" Fryklind, who survives. Other members of her family include a daughter, Rita Mullin, of Geneseo, Illinois; sons, Gregory Fryklind of Hastings, and Paul Fryklind, of California; brothers Francis (Joann) and Ambrose (Helen) Dulle; nine grandchildren; one great grandson; and several nieces and nephews. Johanna enjoyed crocheting, sewing, and collecting angels. An avid reader, she also enjoyed traveling with her husband Earl. Johanna was a long time member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church and before that, a member of Our Lady of Great Oak Catholic Three keys to estate planning When people hear the words “estate planning,” they often assume it’s an activity only for retirees or near-retirees. But if you have a family, it’s never too soon to create your estate plan. Of course, estate planning can seem like a daunting task. But you’ll find it easier to handle if you break it down into three key areas: distributing your assets, protecting your family and reducing estate taxes. Let’s look at these topics:_ • Distributing your assets — Obviously, it’s essential that you let your family know just how you’d like to see your assets distributed, and to whom. At the very least, you’ll need to draw up a will. If you were to die without one, the state could end up distributing your resources, and it might do so in a way you wouldn’t have wanted. But even a will may not be sufficient. Many people design a living trust, which provides them with more flexibility in distributing assets — for example, you could direct your living trust to disperse assets to children or grandchildren at specific ages — and allows assets to be distributed without going through the time-consuming, and public, probate process. • Protecting your family — Estate planning isn’t just about dollars and cents — it also involves taking the necessary steps to preserve the welfare of your family if you are not around or become incapacitated. Consequently, you’ll need to name a guardian for your minor children — someone who can step in and raise them should anything happen to you and your spouse. And when your children are adults, you’ll want to help them with decisions that could prove agonizing. For example, by creating a living will, you can state whether you want your life prolonged if you ever face a terminal illness or catastrophic brain injury and are no longer able to make decisions for yourself. And by drawing up a health care power of attorney, you can name someone to make health care choices for you if you are unable to do so. _ • Reducing estate taxes — Depending on the size of your estate, your heirs may never have to worry about estate taxes. But that’s hard to predict, especially given the fact that federal estate laws have gone through several changes in recent years, and may do so again. Your best bet is to stay informed about the exemption level — the amount you can pass on to your heirs, free of estate taxes — and look for ways to reduce the size of your taxable estate. You could, for instance, make charitable gifts, thus moving these assets from your estate. You may also want to consider arrangements such as an irrevocable life insurance trust — under which you can transfer a life insurance policy out of your estate and have the trust distribute the proceeds to the beneficiaries you’ve chosen — or a credit shelter trust, which allows both you and your spouse to take full advantage of both your estate tax exemptions. A trust can be a complex instrument, so before establishing one, you’ll need to consult with your tax and legal advisors. In fact, you’ll want to consult with them on all aspects of estate planning. It will take time and effort, but it’s worth it to leave the type of legacy you desire. Edward Jones, its associates and financial advisors are not estate planners and cannot provide tax or legal advice. Please consult your attorney or qualified tax advisor regarding your situation. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. 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Burial will take place at Fort Custer National Cemetery. In memory of Mrs. Fryklind, memorial contributions may be made to Tidewell Hospice or Barry Community Hospice. Please visit www.williams-goresfuneral.com to view or sign Mrs. Fryklind's online guest book. Social News Consumers Energy donates to BCF fund Thomas Warner of the Consumers Energy service center in Hastings performed 130 hours of volunteer service in 2010. To recognize the outstanding volunteerism of an utility employee, Consumers Energy Foundation awarded $300 to Barry Community Foundation’s Kyomi’s Gift Fund. Warner served as board member of the Kyomi’s Gift Fund and has helped with fundraising. A Consumers’ Volunteer Investment Program grant, the money will be used by the Kyomi’s Gift Fund to help the families of children with medical conditions. According to a Barry Community Foundation spokesperson, the fund was created in 2007, in memory of Kyomi Culpepper, and has awarded 19 gifts totaling $13,232. The gifts help families with sick children to pay for gasoline when traveling to hospitals, help with daily expenses and pay bills. Marriage Licenses Frederick Delisle Melville, Middleville and Linda Marie Allore, Caledonia. Zachary Allen Piper, Climax and Melissa Ann Wymer, Dowling. John Dean Stadel, II, Nashville and Lena Jean VanTyle, Nashville. Donna Belson to celebrate 90th birthday Donna Belson will celebrate her 90th birthday Dec. 30, 2010. She retired from Hastings Manufacturing after 33 years and then from Felpausch Food Center Bakery Dept. after 12 years. A card shower would be greatly appreciated. Cards can be sent to P.O. Box 410, Hastings, MI 49058-0410. Social Security Column by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters It’s that time of year once again. As a geologist, I’m not thinking of the holiday season when I note this time on the calendar. What’s impressed me lately is the clear start of the annual cycle in which we benefit from a recharging of the nation’s water supply. In late November, while I was digging my pickup truck out of 14 inches of snow, I had time to meditate on the importance of this time of year. Not long after my shoveling effort, the Midwest was hit by major snowfalls. Now other parts of our geographically complex nation have had substantial rains. Both snow and rain are different ways of spelling water, of course. Roughly 10 inches of snow are the same as an inch of rain. I say “roughly” because snow can be dry powder, in which case it doesn’t have much water content, or sloppy stuff that weighs a heck of a lot more because it has more water in each scoop of my shovel. There are two basic ways that significant parts of the country will depend on this winter’s snow and rainfall well down the road. That’s worth a moment’s consideration, because we’re just as dependent on water as we are on energy. First, winter snows at high elevations build up over time. Near the start of summer, those snows melt. Water enters creeks that flow down into larger streams. That’s why a healthy snowpack at high elevations leads to plentiful water in rivers during the summer. With current climate trends in the Western U.S., snowpack runoff may happen earlier in the spring and summer – with important consequences for our ability to generate electricity and meet peak irrigation needs later in the warm season. But there’s a second, more invisible, way precipitation is crucial to our water supply. In several regions of the country, aquifers hold water beneath our feet and supply the water on which we all depend. Here’s the story. As we all can observe, rain and snowmelt soak into the soil. What we can’t easily see is that part of the water in the soil continues to move downward. It’s a slow process, but over time, water trickles into the little cracks and tiny holes that exist in the solid rock beneath the soil. If you drill a well down through the soil of my backyard and into the rock under it, you’d reach the water table. That’s the depth beneath which water flows into open holes in the Earth, like wells. Rock doesn’t hold a lot of water. Imagine, if you could look at some of the rock under my house that’s beneath the water table, a cubic piece of solid stone that was one foot on each side. Only a thimbleful of water would flow from that rock into a well — nowhere near enough to fill my coffee maker each morning. But a good well gets the benefit of the water that’s stored in huge volumes of rock. And each morning, I fill my coffee pot with water exactly like that, what geologists call groundwater from a deep aquifer. All aquifers have to be recharged. That’s what is happening at this time of year. Snow and rain are trickling down into soil. Over time, water will move into the rock underneath the soil, recharging the systems on which so much depends. It’s an unfortunate fact that we are pulling water out of major American aquifers at a faster rate than Mother Nature recharges them. The day will come that we will have to change our way of doing business. It’s not that we will abruptly have no water at all to use, but that we’ll have to engineer more solutions to meet our needs, deal with new environmental impacts, and end up spending a lot more money for water than we’re used to. It’s impressive that such a simple substance as water gives us so much we really need to think about. For the new year, let me raise with you a toast of cold, clear water — an often overlooked but precious gift. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard universities. Follow her online at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Natural and Resources Sciences at Washington State University. Recipients tell why Social Security is important by Vonda VanTil Social Security Public Affairs Specialist It’s been said before, but it’s worth saying again: Social Security is the nation’s most successful domestic program. It has helped America by helping Americans, one at a time. This year marks the 75th anniversary of Social Security. As you can imagine, we have quite a story to share. We could tell you about how we help keep older Americans out of poverty. We could mention those who are helped by disability benefits and the work incentives that help those with disabilities go back to work. We could spotlight the dependent families of those left behind when a worker dies and how survivors benefits help them survive. These are all stories worth telling. But the best stories belong to you. We “ S t r etchi n g ” “Your repair dollars go further at” • recently asked Americans to share their Social Security stories with us, and the response was overwhelming. “Social Security is my lifeline,” wrote one person. “It is difficult at best to live within the limit of my income, but it would be impossible without it.” One man wrote, “When I began contributing to the Social Security fund, I was a young man and never thought that one day I would look forward to receiving my monthly check. Now it is an important day in the lives of my wife and me when our checks arrive.” Not all comments were about retirement benefits. Disability benefits also make a big difference in the lives of Americans. “Disability benefits saved my life,” said a veteran. “After combat service as a corpsman with the Marines in Desert Storm, I spent 16 years in emotional turmoil. Because Social Security provided a financial safety net, I was able to obtain treatment for PTSD and will soon return to the world of the working (and the tax-paying). God bless America and God bless the Social Security Administration.” These are just a few of the comments we received. Read more Social Security stories from Americans like you at www.socialsecurity.gov/75thanniversary/readstories/1.html. Vonda VanTil is the public affairs specialist for West Michigan. You can write her c/o Social Security Administration, 50 College SE, Grand Rapids MI 49503 or via e-mail at vonda.vantil@ssa.gov. THISS AUTO Hastings ® SAVE 10% to 25% on Service & Mechanical Repairs Jerry Lancaster, Master Mechanic • Wheel Alignment. . . . . . . . . from $35.95 • Lube, Oil & Filter. . . . . . . . . . from $17.95 up to 5 qts. oil The by appointment • Collision & Auto Body Repairs 2295 South M-37 Hwy., Hastings (269) 948-3387 Dennis Thiss, Owner Across from Glen’s Gas & Welding Supplies & MC Supply Satisfaction Guaranteed Repairs! 77552397 I would like to recognize and thank Brian’s Tire & Service for years of high quality service and integrity. In a business that is often reviled for taking advantage of uninformed customers, Brian’s organization can always be counted upon to give you their best. ~ Jon Roberts 77552668 77543076 Recharging the battery made of water �Page 8 — Thursday, December 23, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lakewood school board votes From TIME to TIME to terminate teacher’s contract A look down memory lane... Stories from Hastings’ Christmas past Christmas Gifts – Hastings Cub Scouts are pictured above placing their gifts for less fortunate boys under the tree at the annual Cub Pack Christmas party held last Thursday evening in the First Methodist church parlors. Each boy in the Pack brought a toy, some which they had repaired or renovated, to be presented to others. Left to right are Dick Wingeier, Larry Schilhaneck, David Bump, Larry Belson, Skippy Clark and David Slocum. Santa Claus (John Hopkins ) is in the background beside the tree which was decorated with ornaments made by the Cubs themselves. (Photo by Barth) [Banner, Dec. 22, 1949] The season of giving brings out the kindness of strangers and the importance of family. Below are four short accounts of the Christmas spirit from the Banner archives. ***** Banner, Dec. 31, 1946 Fireman on duty still has Christmas dinner with family Firetruck driver Art Keller was on duty Wednesday, but he still had Christmas dinner with the 16 other members of his family. So that the veteran fireman wouldn’t have to dine alone – or on cold chicken – the festive table was spread in the firemen’s quarters upstairs in the city hall. Seventeen sat down to the feast, prepared by Mrs. Keeler and Mrs. Margaret Anspaugh at the Keeler home. Keeler has been truck driver for the past two years and a member of the local department for 12. Banner, Dec. 25, 1947 English mother sends thanks for Christmas box Janet Herrick was the first of the Campfire Girls to receive an acknowledgement of of a Christmas box sent to her “pen pal” in England. Several of the Campfire Girls have been corresponding with pen pals in various countries, and the last of October, Janet packed and mailed a box to Maureen Handy, Neasden, London, and on Tuesday, an air mail letter was received from Maureen’s mother which read in part: “Thank you very, very much for the wonderful parcel received today. Maureen was so excited that she could not go to school. She has never seen so much candy, chewing gum and magazines. The shoes and dress fit perfectly, and the socks are badly needed. We have not popped the corn as yet since I must save up some grease, but I will let you know how we enjoy it. We have never seen or eaten popcorn before.” You probably cannot understand the situation here since we call America the land of plenty. Everything is rationed except fresh fruit, so we cannot vary our diet as we would like to. I will enjoy using the pie and cake mixes you sent.” Janet also mailed a similar box to a pen pal in France, but no word has been received from her. The boxes both contained mittens, clothing, various assortment of candy, gum, fudge mix, cake and pie mixes, stationery, popcorn, sweetened condensed milk and magazines. Banner, Jan. 1, 1948 ‘Tough, but oh, so gentle!’ The famous slogan which marks the great steel-vent piston ring manufactured here might also be applied to the men and women who make the ring, the men who manage the company’s affairs and the Hastings Manufacturing Company itself. For they almost outdid Old St. Nick himself in bringing Christmas cheer to scores of persons in Barry County during the Yule season. The company, its employees and executives combined in handing Santa Claus an assist during Christmas when they gave up their annual Christmas party and, in addition, made voluntary contributions toward a welfare fund which, it is understood, soared over $1,600 [about $13,000 in 2010]. The plan had the backing of union officials of Local 138 UAW-CIO Approximately 135 families selected at random on the basis of need, received gift certificates signed by the company and Local 138. Each family received a basic $10 [about $80] certificate with $3.37 addition for each child in the family, Art Gleich, chief steward of the Union, said. The YMCA also assisted in the generous program. NOTICE OF MEETING DATES FOR THE FOLLOWING GROUPS Barry County Planning Commission will meet on the following dates or at the call of the chair. The meetings start at 7:00 pm. February 28, 2011 March 28, 2011 April 25, 2011 June 27,2011 July 25, 2011 August 22, 2011 September 26, 2011 October 24, 2011 November 28, 2011 Barry County Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on the following dates or at the call of the chair. The meetings start at 7:00 pm. February 14, 2011 March 14, 2011 April 11, 2011 June 13, 2011 July 11, 2011 August 8, 2011 September 12, 2011 October 10, 2011 November 14, 2011 The meeting room for both groups is in the Community Room of the Courts & Law Building located at 206 West Court Street, Hastings, Michigan. The County of Barry will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon ten (10) days notice to the County of Barry. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the County of Barry by writing or call the following: MICHAEL BROWN COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR 220 WEST STATE STREET HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 945-1284 77552544 by Helen Mudry Staff Writer The Lakewood Board of Education voted unanimously Monday, Dec. 13, to terminate Lisa Jackson’s contract as a teacher for failure to keep her teaching certificate valid. The motion was made by Gary Foltz and seconded by Barry Vezino. Jackson has been employed by the district for more than 10 years in many positions, including as an elementary technology teacher and the Lakewood Educational Alternative Program (LEAP). Superintendent Mike O’Mara said Jackson was given more than five years to earn the credits necessary to renew her certificate, but failed to do so. Then when confronted with an invalid teaching certificate, he said she took many classes online in the course of a few days from Michigan Virtual University for professional development. Jackson said O’Mara accused her of not taking professional development seriously and deceiving the district. She countered, citing professional development classes she has taken over the years. She said she was able to complete some of the online professional development classes quickly because she teaches those applications and topics to her students. She said she also wanted to put an end to the rumor that she quit because she didn’t want to teach. Jackson addressed the board by handing out at least 15 letters of support from former students, her pastor, 4-H leaders, family members and co-workers. All spoke highly of her knowledge of computers and applications, her commitment to her students, her ability to reach difficult students and engage them in the lessons. Some of the LEAP students credit her with their ability to graduate and find employment. Randall Hager spoke for the Lakewood LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-25740-DE Estate of Larry Dale Foe, Deceased. Date of birth 08/14/1943. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Larry Dale Foe, who lived at 12166 Saddler Road, Plainwell, Michigan died September 28, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Charles A. Slone, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court Street, Ste. 302, Hastings, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: December 14, 2010 Stephen L. Haslett (P14725) 141 E. Bridge Street Plainwell, MI 49080 (269) 685-9877 Charles A. Slone 1143 Miller Road Plainwell, MI 49080 77552570 (269) 685-2253 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by David Salazar and Susana Salazar, husband and wife to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated February 11, 2005, and recorded on March 16, 2005, as Document Number: 1142787, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as trustee Structured Asset Securities Corporation Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust Mortgage Pass Through Certificates, Series 2005-HE2 SECURITIZATION SERVICING AGREEMENT Dated as of July 1, 2005 by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been submitted to the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Eight Thousand Two Hundred Eighteen and 26/100 ($78,218.26) including interest at the rate of 6.55000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on January 20, 2011 Said premises are situated in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 33, except the West 99 feet thereof of the Supervisor Chase`s Addition Number 2 to the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 2 Commonly known as: 1012 North Michigan Avenue The redemption period shall be 6.00 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: December 23, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as trustee Structured Asset Securities Corporation Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust Mortgage Pass Through Certificates, Series 2005-HE2 SECURITIZATION SERVICING AGREEMENT Dated as of July 1, 2005 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 Case No. 10OMI01574-1 ASAP# 3858834 12/23/2010, 12/30/2010, 01/06/2011, 01/13/2011 Educational Association. “Yes, Lisa made a mistake, she certainly did and let her certificate run out ...” said Hager. “We’re asking the board to reconsider it by the end of January and give her the opportunity to come back and be the good teacher she is. We’re asking for a level of compassion.” O’Mara said the district is in jeopardy of being penalized for allowing Jackson to teach with an expired certificate. “The district has been put at risk, and I fear it can set a precedence,” said O’Mara. Board President David Lind said the issue is not about Jackson’s character or personality, adding that he never doubted that she is an excellent teacher. “If we don’t have certified teachers, the district can be financially harmed,” said Lind. “We must be accountable to the state. It is difficult to separate emotion from facts.” Hager said, “The lesson has been learned.” Board member Pam Christensen said the teachers know it is their responsibility to keep their certificates valid. “What kind of message are we sending?” she asked. Jackson said she was sure God had plans for her life and she would accept the board’s decision. Lind said the district must deal with facts, not emotions. Lake Odessa Merry Christmas to all. Tomorrow night the First Congregational Church will hold its annual Christmas Eve candlelight services at 7 p.m. with carols, scripture, special music by the Ericksen sisters, and the Lumbert family. Central United Methodist Church will hold its traditional service tomorrow at 7 p.m. with music by the Chancel Choir, communion, carol singing and a message by Pastor Eric Beck. St. Edward’s Catholic Church will have its Christmas Eve Mass with carol singing at 9:15 followed by Mass at 10 p.m. Christmas Day Mass will be at 10 a.m. Lakewood United Methodist Church has plans for open communion service from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Christmas Eve. The Red Cross blood drive Monday yielded 52 pints of blood for the final Lake Odessa collection for 2010. This is held in alternate months during the year with a hearty canteen served each time with soups homemade and other food to replenish donors with needed liquids. Union Bank sponsored the canteen, which was served by Carolyn Mayhew. On a recent Sunday, four generations of the Hamp family gathered at Cunningham’s Acre for a dinner served by Alice Forshey Luscher. Mother Bernice’s children came from Sunfield and Leslie, plus two from Lake Odessa. The grandchildren cam from Caledonia and points farther for the annual Christmas gathering. There is great rejoicing over the successful surgery for Aaron Reiser of Velte Road in Ann Arbor. Sophisticated techniques only dreamed of a few years ago were used. The first surgeon Tuesday was able to do more than anticipated, making the second day’s surgery less extensive. He and his mother returned home Sunday. His father, Tom had returned earlier so he could sing with the choir of Central United Methodist Church in its cantata Sunday morning. Dec. 16 marked the fourth and final Advent service of carols and verse with communion at Central United Methodist Church. Looking ahead, the January series of free movies at the Ionia theater include Jan. 6, exotic destinations; Jan. 13, Guatamela; and Jan. 20 Trans-American train ride. The Ionia County Genealogy Society will meet Saturday, Jan. 8, at the Freight House after a months vacation. Monday evening featured a musical recital by Megan Dillon, daughter of Kecia (Cunningham) and Michael Dillon, at the Congregational Church. Her teacher is Dr. Robert Oster. Bowling Scores Thursday Angels Varney’s 36-24; Miller Farm Repair 36-24; Riverfront Fin. Ser. 35-25; Cathy’s Cut & Curl 34.5-25.5; H.C.B. 31.5-28.5; Hastings Bowl 29.5-26.5; Rock-N-Bowlers 29.5-26.5; Moore’s Apts 26-30; Viking 25-31. High Games and Series - R. Argo 120; S. Bubnas 139; D. Bartimus 191-523; A. Bartimus 191-558; M. Miller 141; J. Wyant 164; C. Kuhlman 161; S. Davis 161; M. Gdula 239; J. Denton 123; T. Cross 231-559; M. Moore 159; N. Taylor 134; L. Apsey 196; L. Kendall 165; A. Hoffman 147; C. Shellenbarger 202-506; K. Burch 123; C. Doornbos 199: A. Castelein 202-553; J. Gasper 204. Friday Night Mixed Strike Kings 41; Heads Out 38; B.C. Hillibillies 32; Dam Schitz 32; Ten Pins 30; 9-n-a-Wiggle 30; Matt’s Bunch 29 1/2; Spencer’s Towing 26 1/2; All But One 25 1/2; Shut Up n Bowl 23 1/2; Spare Time 22. Women’s Good Games and Series - L. Potter 206-571; A. Hall 188; P. Ramey1 78; A. Keillor 171; R. Murrah 169; B. Breitner 139; J. Newton 138. Men’s Good Games and Series - T. Heath 210-601; D. Carpenter 211-596; J. Barnum 201-595; T. Ramey 181-510; M. Kuhlman 220; M. Kasinsky 206; M. Pennington 205; H. Pennington 203; J. Smith 196; M. Hall 190; R. Sutherland 189. Sunday Night Mixed Sunday Snoozers 33; Man Down 32 1/2; You’re Up N Sh*t 32; *sskickers and Nametakers 31; The Eastsiders 30 1/2; Straight Liners 30; Rollin Olin’s 29 1/2; Lane Masters 28 1/2; Sandbaggers 26 1/2; What’s Up 23 1/2. Women’s Good Games and Series - D. Gray 211-557; S. VanDenBurg 211-551; K. Becker 186-511; B. Heath 153-444; M. Olin 139. Men’s Good Games and Series - J. Mroz 211-596; B. Rentz 199-577; T. Heath 202562; R. Snyder 185-522; B. Heath 177-446; D. Garrett 146-429; B. Kelley 150-424; M. Strong 147-399; R. Guild 224; B. Hubbell 212; J. Shoebridge 192; J. Haner 188; E. Rice 174. Tuesday Trios Look Insurance 46-18; Coleman Agency 42-22; Lakewood Trio 38.5-25.5; CB’s 37.526.5; Framed In 31-33; Lu’s Team 30-34; Classic Trio 29-35; Twisted Sisters 24-40; Delton Pole 23-41; Trouble 19-45. High Games and Series - C.Etts 118-337; O. Gillons 143; N. Shaw 155; B. Stacy 122350; J. Faught 119; S. Burd 123; C. Allwardt 139; N. Myers 132-366; K. Carpenter 145; L. Potter 194-537; A. Trumble 116-318; S. Madry 172-351; L. Trumble 145; C. Hayward 155-410; J. Greenfield 159; H. Reschner 185; P. Ramey 179-505; R. Brummel 156; V. Green 171; S. Vandenburg 162; T. Daniels 167; S. McKee 220-575; S. Smith 137; D. James 186507; M. Heath 184; D. Hunt 163; N. Shaver 190-501. Call anytime for Hastings Banner classified ads 269-945-9554 PUBLIC HEARING The Barry County Road Commission will hold a Public Hearing on its proposed 2011 Budget. The hearing will be held at the Commission Room located at 1725 West M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan at 8:00 A.M. on December 30, 2010. A copy of the proposed budget is available for inspection at the Road Commission office. 77552666 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 23, 2010 — Page 9 LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Scott Darling, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 1381 Star School Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-8788. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1302 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 17, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 17, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552550 File # 356242F01 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jack E. Hostetler and Brenda M. Hostetler, husband and wife, to Broadmoor Financial Services, Inc., Mortgagee, dated June 26, 2002 and recorded June 28, 2002 in Instrument Number 1082978, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Chase Home Finance LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighteen Thousand Six Hundred Forty-One and 7/100 Dollars ($118,641.07) including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 20, 2011. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the North one-quarter corner of Section 14, Town 4 North, Range 8 West thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 1320 feet along the North line of said Section to the East line of the West one-half of the Northeast one-quarter of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 46 minutes 27 seconds West 2285.88 feet to the true point of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 46 minutes 27 seconds West 350 feet along said East line to the East and West one-quarter line; thence South 89 degrees 46 minutes 05 seconds West 300 feet along said one-quarter line; thence North 00 degrees 46 minutes 27 Seconds East 350 feet; thence North 89 degrees 46 minutes 05 seconds East 300 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Easterly 33 feet thereof for Charlton Park Road. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 23, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 310.2893 ASAP# FNMA3856076 12/23/2010, 12/30/2010, 01/06/2011, 01/13/2011 77552606 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy J Ward and Joyce Ward, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 30, 2008, and recorded on July 11, 2008 in instrument 20080711-0007112, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-Four and 87/100 Dollars ($64,974.87), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 27, of plat of Ridgewood Hills, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5, Page(s) 85, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551961 File #347920F01 NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS OF BARRY COUNTY Notice is hereby given that the Barry County Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a public hearing for the following: Case Number V-1-2011 Bob and Carrie Carl. Location: 3562 North M-43 Hwy., in Section 29 of Carlton Twp. Purpose: Requesting a variance to place a single wide mobile home 14 x 72 ft. for emergency housing (the required minimum core area of living space is 24x24 ft); in the RR zoning district. Meeting Date: January 10, 2011. Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: Community Room, Courts & Law Building at 206 West Court Street, Hastings, MI. Site inspection of the above described property will be completed by the Zoning Board of Appeals members before the meeting. Interested persons desiring to present their views upon an appeal either verbally or in writing will be given the opportunity to be heard at the above mentioned time and place. Any written response may be mailed to the address listed below or faxed to (269) 948-4820. The variance application is available for public inspection at the Barry County Planning Office, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49048 during the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed between 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.) Monday-Friday. Please call the Planning Office at (269) 945-1290 for further information. The County of Barry will provide necessary auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon ten (10) days notice to the County of Barry. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the County of Barry by writing or calling the following: Michael Brown, County Administrator, 220 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49058, (269) 945-1284. Pamela Jarvis, 77552602 Barry County Clerk Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Fern Taylor and Willie T. Taylor, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2005, and recorded on May 2, 2005 in instrument 1145762, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Nine Hundred SeventySix and 43/100 Dollars ($108,976.43), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 65, 66 and 67, Replat of Out Lot "A" of Fair Lake Park, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 88, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #350989F01 77552263 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard C Court Jr., a married man and Laurie Court, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated October 31, 2001, and recorded on December 5, 2001 in instrument 1070828, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Nine Thousand Two Hundred Eight and 96/100 Dollars ($69,208.96), including interest at 7.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 20, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of Land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 31, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as beginning at apoint 1,092 feet South of the Northwest corner of said Section 31, thence East 190 feet, thence South 150 feet, thence West 190, thence North 150 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #353372F01 77552620 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sunshine Cook, A Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to ICNB Mortgage, L.L.C., Mortgagee, dated February 23, 2007, and recorded on March 7, 2007 in instrument 1177208, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Two and 41/100 Dollars ($107,282.41), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 20, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 11 and 12, Balm-Meer Plat, according to the recorded Plat in Liber 5 of plats, Page 30, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552641 File #356289F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeffery T. Kieliszewski and Amy M. Kieliszewski, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 8, 2005, and recorded on July 13, 2005 in instrument 1149338, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Three Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Nine and 15/100 Dollars ($63,869.15), including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 13, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 7 and 8, Supervisors Plat of Howard Point according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats, On Page 74. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #352288F01 77552439 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jason Werkema, an unmarried man to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for Amerifirst Financial Corporation, Mortgagee, dated January 20, 2010, and recorded on January 28, 2010, as Document Number: 201001280000836, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been submitted to the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Three and 79/100 ($108,983.79) including interest at the rate of 5.50000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on January 20, 2011 Said premises are situated in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: LOT 5, BLOCK 49 OF THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. Commonly known as: 315 WEST MAIN STREET The redemption period shall be 6.00 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: December 23, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 (248) 335-9200 77552661 Case No. 10MI03229-1 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by TIM BURD and KARI L. BURD, HUSBAND AND WIFE, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 29, 2007, and recorded on February 8, 2007, in Document No. 1176213, and assigned by said mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2007-NC4, as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand Twenty Dollars and Fifty-Four Cents ($165,020.54), including interest at 8.250% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o'clock, on January 6, 2011 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE SOUTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 26, TOWN 3 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST, DESCRIBED AS COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE WEST 50 ACRES OF THE SOUTH 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1 / 4 OF SAID SECTION 26; THENCE NORTH 330 FEET; THENCE WEST 471 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 330 FEET; THENCE EAST 471 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, CASTLETON TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: November 22, 2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2007-NC4 Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 ASAP# 3830572 12/02/2010, 12/09/2010, 12/16/2010, 77551949 12/23/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicole R. Ehlers and Aaron C. Ehlers, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated July 6, 2005, and recorded on July 15, 2005 in instrument 1149533, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Eight Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Five and 64/100 Dollars ($88,275.64), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 20, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 18 and the South 12 feet of Lot 19, Innovation Subdivision, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 21. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552577 File #352761F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Leo Bushman and Jamie Bushman, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Allied Home Mortgage Capital Corporation, Mortgagee, dated December 5, 2002, and recorded on December 12, 2002 in instrument 1093533, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Three Thousand Two Hundred Seven and 69/100 Dollars ($53,207.69), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 20, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 18, Town 4 North, Range 8 West; thence North 12 rods 6 feet; thence West 15 rods 11 feet; thence South 12 rods 6 feet; thence East 15 rods 11 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552651 File #356008F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Thomas Henke and Charmaine Henke, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 3231 Podunk Lake Rd, Hastings, MI 49058-9264. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1309 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 21, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 21, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552632 File # 338904F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jared T. Miller, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 22, 2009, and recorded on February 6, 2009 in instrument 20090206-0001101, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Six and 96/100 Dollars ($109,746.96), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 20, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 91 and 92, Roy K. Cordes Subdivision No. 1, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 49, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #352388F01 77552646 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kenneth E. Easterday, as Trustee of the Kenneth E. Easterday Trust dated 5/11/2005, A Single Person, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 12, 2009, and recorded on May 27, 2009 in instrument 20090527-0005583, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Eighty-Five and 28/100 Dollars ($105,085.28), including interest at 4.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 1 of the Supervisor's Plat of Techland, according to the Recorded Plat thereof as Recorded in liber 3 of Plats, on Page 40 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551966 File #349801F01 �Page 10 — Thursday, December 23, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Synopsis HOPE TOWNSHIP Regular Board Meeting December 13, 2010 All Board members present No guests Approved: Previous Minutes Standing Reports Bills SWBCS& W Contract Changes in Hall use rules Metro Act Right of Way Permit Extension Working for changes to Cemetery Ordinance Increase Cemetery and Hall maintenance wages Re-appointment of BOR members Adjourned 8:52 p.m. Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Attested to by 77552625 Patricia Albert, Supervisor Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by April H. Murray and Richard G. Murray, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Hamilton Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated March 24, 2004, and recorded on March 31, 2004 in instrument 1124476, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Wachovia Bank of Delaware, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Six Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Seven and 42/100 Dollars ($176,397.42), including interest at 9.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 5 1/2 Rods of Lot 5, Block 7, Eastern Addition of the Village of Hastings (now city of Hastings), Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber A of Plats, Page 2 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #351133F01 77552248 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Renee M. Possett and J. Todd Possett, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2003, and recorded on July 7, 2003 in instrument 1108012, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-Three and 73/100 Dollars ($321,733.73), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 8, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, thence South 00 degrees 38 minutes 43 seconds West, along the West line of said Section 8, a distance of 752.28 feet to the centerline of Bowens Mill Road; thence South 84 degrees 54 minutes 26 seconds East along said centerline, 953.69 feet; thence South 86 degrees 06 minutes 00 seconds East along said centerline, 241.50 feet; thence North 03 degrees 56 minutes West, 219.80 feet to the true place of beginning; thence continuing North 03 degrees 56 minutes West, 136.20 feet; thence North 05 degrees 10 minutes East, 123.35 feet to Barlow Lake; thence South 65 degrees 41 feet East along Barlow Lake, 101.00 feet to the outlet of Barlow Lake; thence South 08 degrees 03 minutes West along said outlet, 95.1 feet to a chisled cross on a concrete wall; thence continuing along said outlet, South 11 degrees 37 minutes 53 seconds East, 47.13 feet to the Northwest corner of the Headbridge Opening; thence South 83 degrees 30 seconds West, 16.40 feet; thence South 22 degrees 30 minutes 11 seconds West, 88.00 feet; thence North 80 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West, 41.00 feet to the place of beginning. Together with a non-exclusive easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 10 feet in width lying East of and adjacent to a line described as: Beginning at the Southwesterly corner of the above-described parcel and extending South 03 degrees 56 minutes East, 219.80 feet to the centerline of Bowens Mill Road. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552206 File #311579F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 2010-25710-DE Estate of Edward R. Enz, deceased. Date of birth: 4/25/1936. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Edward R. Enz, deceased, who lived at 11160 Anchor Cove, Shelbyville, Michigan died August 23, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Kelvin T. Enz, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 W. Court Street, Hastings, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: 12/16/10 Karen A. McCarty P36401 200 W. Allegan Street Otsego, Michigan 49078 (269) 694-6055 Kelvin T. Enz 316 Sandhills Lane Evans, GA 30809 77552604 (706) 650-8530 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gary Lee Wiggins and Jodi Wiggins, husband and wife, who executes this instrument for the sole purpose of subordinating her dower and homestead interest to the lien of this mortgage, original mortgagor(s), to Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., Mortgagee, dated May 18, 2005, and recorded on July 1, 2005 in instrument 1148883, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Eight and 73/100 Dollars ($93,688.73), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 4, Brookfield Acres Subdivision, as recorded in Liber 5, Page 29 of Plats, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551944 File #242530F04 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Roderick Meeuwsen and Denette Meeuwsen, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 26, 2006, and recorded on November 13, 2006 in instrument 1172622, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty and 71/100 Dollars ($107,920.71), including interest at 9.95% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 200 feet North and 132 feet West of the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, according to the Government Survey thereof, thence West 183 feet; thence North 200 feet; thence East 183 feet; thence South 200 feet to the Place of Beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress and egress over the following: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan; thence West 100 feet for the Place of Beginning; thence West 32 feet; thence North 500 feet; thence East 32 feet; thence South 500 feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #151165F02 77552258 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to John Johnson, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 916 Greenwood St, Middleville, MI 49333-9402. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1313 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 17, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 17, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552553 File # 354893F01 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by ISAAC SMITH, (UNMARRIED), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 12, 2009, and recorded on November 17, 2009, in Document No. 200911170011192, and assigned by said mortgagee to U.S. BANK, N.A., as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-One Dollars and Fifty-Three Cents ($130,781.53), including interest at 4.750% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on January 20, 2011 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THE SOUTH 735 FEET OF THE WEST 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 34, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 15, 2010 U.S. BANK, N.A. Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 7752656 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Mark R. Nelson and Amy Nelson, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 115 W Broadway St, Woodland, MI 48897-9709. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 9467432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 17, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 17, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552547 File # 355709F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Todd A Earl, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 22, 2006, and recorded on December 1, 2006 in instrument 1173329, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Flagstar Bank, FSB as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Six Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Four and 99/100 Dollars ($136,684.99), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 18 of Carters Fine Lake Park Annex, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of plats on Page 1. Together with a right of way in common with others over the Northerly 15 feet of Lot 17 of Fine Lake Park, according to the recorded plat, as recorded in Liber 1 of plats, on Page 75. For the purpose of access to Fine Lake by foot only. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552048 File #349251F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Loretta Pezet, a Single Woman to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated July 29, 2005 and recorded August 22, 2005 in Instrument # 1151447 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned through mesne assignments to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Argent Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-W2 by assignments of mortgage dated November 19, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Seven Hundred One Dollars and Fifty-Six Cents ($103,701.56) including interest 7% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on January 6, 2011 Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 4, of Block 1 of the Village of Freeport, according to the recorded plat thereof. Subject to easements, reservations, restrictions and limitations of record, if any. Commonly known as 157 Maple St, Freeport MI 49325 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 12/02/2010 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Argent Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-W2 Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77552004 Our File No: 10-30437 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gregory J. Gilmore, divorced unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., Mortgagee, dated August 25, 2006, and recorded on September 14, 2006 in instrument 1170014, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-Three and 34/100 Dollars ($151,793.34), including interest at 7.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 20, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of East 24 1/2 Acres of North 60 Acres of Northwest 1/4 of Section 28, Town 2 North, Range 9 East, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan for the point of beginning; thence South 990 feet; thence East 418 feet; thence North 990 feet; thence West 418 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552634 File #352817F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rebecca S. Dipp, a married woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 16, 2004, and recorded on January 21, 2004 in instrument 1121032, and rerecorded on February 2, 2004 in instrument 1121649, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Weststar Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-Two and 13/100 Dollars ($72,582.13), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 19, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 00 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds East 793.68 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section 19; thence South 89 degrees 25 minutes 31 seconds West 880.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 19 minutes 55 seconds East, 221.68 feet; thence North 89 degrees 32 minutes 05 seconds East, 880.00 feet to said Section line; thence south 00 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds West 220.00 feet along said Section line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the easterly 60 feet thereof for North M-43 highway, and any other easements or restriction of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552030 File #337629F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Haight and Lisa Haight husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Mortgagee, dated December 21, 2007, and recorded on January 2, 2008 in instrument 20080102-0000008, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Eight Thousand Six Hundred FiftyThree and 51/100 Dollars ($68,653.51), including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 20, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 13, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, Woodland Township Barry County Michigan, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 corner of said Section 13; thence North 89 degrees 58 minutes 03 seconds East 714.22 feet along the North line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section to the point of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 07 minutes 55 seconds West 337.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 58 minutes 03 seconds East 220.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 07 minutes 55 seconds East 337.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 58 minutes 03 seconds West 220.00 feet along the North line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552597 File #350803F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Charles Lumbert and Janice M. Lumbert, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Household Finance Corporation III, Mortgagee, dated February 23, 2004, and recorded on February 24, 2004 in instrument 1122692, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Eight Hundred Three and 14/100 Dollars ($102,803.14), including interest at 7.198% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Center of section 23, town 1 North, Range 10 West, Prairieville Township, Barry County, Michigan; thence North 89 degrees 23 minutes 46 seconds West along the East and West 1/4 line of said section a distance of 171.20 feet to the intersection of the centerline of Lockshore Road and said east and West 1/4 line; thence South 03 degrees 53 degrees 57 minutes East along said Centerline 1,120.74 feet to the true place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 24 minutes 08 seconds West 294.92 feet; thence south 00 degrees 02 minutes 26 seconds West 199.40 feet to a point on the South line of the North 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of said section; thence South 89 degrees 24 minutes 08 degrees East along said Southline of the north 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4, a distance of 308.86 feet to a point on the centerline of said Lockshore 200.00 feet to the place of beginning. Containing 1.38 acres, Subject to Easement over the east 33.00 feet for public Highway purposes. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551954 File #336238F01 �NOTICE OF BORROWER RIGHTS UNDER M.C.L. SECTION 600.3205 LIKENS & BLOMQUIST, P.L.L.C., IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Borrower Name(s): Karla Kay Newman and Michael Newman Property Address: 1800 Bristol Rd. Dowling, MI 49050 ATTENTION BORROWER: You have a right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder, or mortgage servicer. Fifth Third Bank has designated Likens & Blomquist, PLLC as the designated person under M.C.L. section 600.3205a(1)(c). You may contact a housing counselor to request a meeting by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website http://www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by phone at (517) 373-8370. If you request a meeting, foreclosure by advertisement proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after the date notice was/is mailed to you. If you and the designated agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. Please be advised that you can contact an attorney. You may contact the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service at 1-800-9680738. Dated: Thursday, December 23, 2010 Likens & Blomquist, P.L.L.C. Attorneys for Servicer 3290 W. Big Beaver Rd. Ste 315 Troy, MI 48084 Telephone: 248-593-5106 77552639 L0636MI10 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Troy Hill a married man and Stacey L. Hill, signing for dower purposes only, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 28, 2006, and recorded on October 9, 2006 in instrument 1171172, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Eight Thousand Two and 74/100 Dollars ($188,002.74), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 13, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 21 of Valley Ridge Estates, a condominium according to the Master Deed recorded in Document No. 1153680 and replaced in Document No. 1158613, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County and designated as Subdivision Plan No. 44, together with rights in common and limited elements, as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 229 of the Public Acts of 1963 and Act 59 of Public Acts of 1978 and amendments thereto. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552469 File #298699F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brenton J. Wallis, A Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 8, 2007, and recorded on February 21, 2007 in instrument 1176664, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Two Thousand One Hundred Thirty-Nine and 93/100 Dollars ($202,139.93), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 13, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel A: Commencing at the West 1/4 Post of Section 21, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Thence North 00 Degrees 00 Minutes 00 Seconds East 376.36 Feet along the West line of said Section 21, thence North 88 Degrees 37 Minutes 00 Seconds East 13.92 feet to the West line of said Section 21 as surveyed by Clayton S. Hay in Survey dated June 30, 1971 and the Place of beginning, thence North 88 Degrees 37 Minutes 00 Seconds East 450.00 Feet, thence South 01 Degrees 25 Minutes 23 Seconds East 185.00 Feet, thence South 88 Degrees 37 Minutes 00 Seconds West 450.00 Feet to the Centerline of a Drive (Referred to as a Highway in Previous Deed of Record) thence North 01 Degrees 25 Minutes 23 Seconds West 185.00 Feet to the Place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552425 File #352016F01 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Rebecca E. Duff 138 West Walnut Street Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: December 23, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 362.8839 77552568 ASAP# FNMA3852879 12/23/2010 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Timothy P. Wells 715 Gregg Street Nashville, MI 49073 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800968-0738. Dated: December 23, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 617.7588 77552616 ASAP# FNMA3856469 12/23/2010 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Doug Lyda 6280 Oakwood Drive Delton, MI 49046 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/ counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800-968-0738. Dated: December 23, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 617.7536 ASAP# 77552618 FNMA3856395 12/23/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James H. Brayton, a married man and Justine A Brayton, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., Mortgagee, dated November 7, 2006, and recorded on November 17, 2006 in instrument 1172881, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Seven and 82/100 Dollars ($105,567.82), including interest at 3.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, described as: commencing 146 feet North of the intersection of the North line of Sherman Street and the East line of Middle Street, running thence North 45 feet to the South line of Lot formerly owned by John Bell, thence East 132 feet to alley, thence South 45 feet, thence West to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #267061F02 77552235 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Joseph R. Johnson and Cheryl Johnson, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Chase Bank USA, N.A., Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2007, and recorded on July 2, 2007 in instrument 1182499, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance, LLC as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Eight Thousand One Hundred Forty-Seven and 07/100 Dollars ($198,147.07), including interest at 10% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point in the North and South 1/4 line of Section 16, Town 1 North, Range 8 West and 28 chains and 9 links North 00 degrees 20 minutes West from the South 1/4 post thereof; thence South 86 degrees East 3 chains 83 links; thence South 35 degrees 10 minutes East 4 chains and 70 links to the Lake; thence South 02 degrees 30 minutes West 4 chains and 52 links; thence West 08 chains 21 links; thence North 22 degrees 15 minutes East 5 chains and 6 1/4 links; thence North 00 degrees 20 minutes East 4 chains and no links to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551995 File #349124F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rodney C. McMillian and Tina L. McMillian, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 28, 2006, and recorded on July 7, 2006 in instrument 1166898, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Argent Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-M2 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Three Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-One and 95/100 Dollars ($123,381.95), including interest at 7.525% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that part of Section 16,Town 4 North, Range 7 West, described as Commencing 26 Rods 12 1/4 feet west from the Southeast corner of said section 16; thence East 3 1/2 Rods; thence North 12 Rods, thence West 3 1/2 Rods; thence South 12 Rods to point of beginning, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #349646F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Daniel L. Beech and Wendy E. Beech, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage Services Co., Mortgagee, dated August 12, 2003, and recorded on August 27, 2003 in instrument 1111951, and rerecorded on October 29, 2003 in instrument 1116597, and assigned by said Mortgagee to National City Mortgage Co. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Six Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Six and 66/100 Dollars ($146,196.66), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 20, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a poing on the South line of section 19, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, Distant 1463 feet East of the Southwest corner said section 19; thence North 15 degrees 00 minutes East 350.00 feet; thence East 585 feet more or less to the centerline of Waubascon Creek; thence Southerly along said centerline of Waubascon Creek, a Distance of 350 feet more or less to said South section line; thence West along the said South section line 585 feet more or less to the place of beginning. Subject to Roadway Easement over the Southerly 33 feet for Mudd Lake Road. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552611 File #353266F01 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on January 14, 2000, by Jeffrey S. Burger and Kathy J. Burger, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on January 27, 2000, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1040599, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank on November 9, 2010, recorded on November 18, 2010, in Instrument Number 201011180010851, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand One Hundred Forty-Eight and 55/100 Dollars ($67,148.55); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, January 27, 2011 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF CASTLETON, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at a point 6 rods West of the Northeast corner of the West half of the East half of the Northwest › of Section 6, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, thence South 12 rods, thence West 6 rods, thence North 12 rods, thence East 6 rods to the place of beginning, Castleton Township, Barry County, Michigan. Commonly Known As: 5310 Coats Grove Road, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Tax Parcel Number: 05-006-010-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: December 8, 2010 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 77552562 (517) 371-8253 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carol L. Davis, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to New Century Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2003, and recorded on November 3, 2003 in instrument 1116992, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for the Certificateholders of the Morgan Stanley ABS Capital 1 Inc. Trust 2004NC2, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-NC2 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Seven Thousand Eight Hundred FiftyThree and 51/100 Dollars ($77,853.51), including interest at 7.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 13, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as follows: Commencing on the West line of Beatrice Street at a point which is North one degree 47 minutes East 130.0 feet from the Northeast corner of Lot 9 of Sam Bravata Plat; thence North 1 degree 47 minutes East 120.53 feet along said West line; thence North 68 degrees 23 minutes West 62.25 feet; thence Northwesterly 82.96 feet along a 233.0 foot radius curve to the right, the long chord of which bears North 58 degrees 11 minutes West 82.52 feet to the extended West line of said Lot 9; thence South 1 degree 47 minutes West 182.95 feet along said extended line; thence South 88 degrees 13 minutes East 130.0 feet to the place of beginning. Except the South 65 feet thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552433 File #355035F01 77552253 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darwin R. Mead, an unmarried man, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated November 15, 2005 and recorded November 21, 2005 in Instrument Number 1156516, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-Six and 48/100 Dollars ($50,386.48) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 6, 2011. Said premises are located in the Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/4 of Section 33, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 33; thence South 624 feet, thence East 264 feet, thence North 624 feet, thence West 264 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 9, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.7009 ASAP# 3839011 12/09/2010, 12/16/2010, 77552270 12/23/2010, 12/30/2010 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on May 4, 2007, by Edward J. Bomer and Claire E. Bomer, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 7, 2007, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1180232, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Two and 57/100 Dollars ($122,002.57); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, January 13, 2011 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: South 16 Rods West 40 Rods Southeast › Section 31-3-7 Commonly known as: 3985 Morgan Road, Nashville, Michigan Tax parcel number: 08-05-031-060-00. The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire one (1) year from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: December 1, 2010 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 (517) 371-8253 77552212 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mike Hughes, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 23, 2005, and recorded on March 3, 2005 in instrument 1142216, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-One Thousand Five Hundred Twenty-Five and 93/100 Dollars ($161,525.93), including interest at 12.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Being in the East 429 feet of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 7 West and described as follows: Commencing at a Point on the South Section line 329 feet West of the Southeast corner of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 3; thence West along the South line of said Section 3 100 feet; thence North parallel with the East line of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 750 feet; thence East parallel with the South line of said Section 100 feet; thence South to the Place of Beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552042 File #328143F01 �Page 12 — Thursday, December 23, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Mark Troy and Mary Troy, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc (MERS) as nominee for Amera Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated the 31st day of January, 2002 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 5th day of February, 2002 in Doc# 1074345 of Barry County Records, said Mortgage having been assigned to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Eighty Eight Thousand One Hundred Ninety & 64/100 ($88,190.64), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 20th day of January, 2011 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 7.7500% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the City (formerly village) of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 1276 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 12/23/2010 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77552572 WAMU FNMA TroyMark THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bruce L. Reges, an unmarried man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 10, 2006 and recorded March 8, 2006 in Instrument Number 1161024, and Consent Order reforming legal description dated 12/9/10, submitted to and recorded by the Barry County Register of Deeds,, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for JPMorgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-CW1 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Eight Thousand One Hundred Twenty-Five and 84/100 Dollars ($138,125.84) including interest at 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 20, 2011. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 8 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, on page 1, EXCEPT a parcel of land described as commencing at the Northwest corner of Lot 6 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, for the place of beginning, thence in a Northwesterly direction along the North line of said Lot 6 to the Northeast corner of said Lot 6, thence Northwest at right angles to the North line of said Lot 6, 20 feet, thence Southwesterly parallel to the North line of Lot 6, 73.7 feet, thence Southeasterly to the place of beginning; ALSO EXCEPT part of Lot 8 of Supervisors Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, on page 1, described as follows; commencing at the Northwest corner of said Lot 6 of said Plat; thence North 18 Degrees 15 minutes West 20 feet at right angles to the North line of Lot 6 for the true point of beginning; thence North 71 Degrees 45 minutes East 73.7 feet; thence South 18 Degrees 15 minutes East 20 feet to the Northeast corner of said Lot 6 of said Plat; thence North 71 Degrees 45 minutes East 55 feet to the Northeast corner of Lot 5 of said Plat; thence North 18 Degrees 15 minutes West 78 feet along the West line of Lot 4 of said Plat; thence South 89 Degrees 30 minutes West 135.13 feet along the Northwesterly line of said Lot 8; thence South 18 Degrees 15 minutes East 119.20 feet to the place of beginning. Also, the North 20 feet of Lot 7 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, and Lots 850, 851 and 852 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, Barry County, Michigan. Also, Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot 9 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, on page 1, thence North 17 Degrees 27 minutes 10 seconds West 175.82 feet along the Easterly line of said Lot 9 to the true place of beginning; thence South 71 Degrees 57 minutes 30 seconds West 59.77 feet to the Easterly line of Lot 10; thence North 17 Degrees 23 minutes 34 seconds West 15.36 feet along said Easterly line; thence North 71 Degrees 57 minutes 30 seconds East 59.76 feet; thence South 17 Degrees 27 minutes 10 seconds East 15.36 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 23, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.1476 ASAP# 3856981 12/23/2010, 12/30/2010, 01/06/2011, 01/13/2011 77552627 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lewis Guernsey, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 17, 2004, and recorded on September 24, 2004 in instrument 1134431, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Eight Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Six and 63/100 Dollars ($68,256.63), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 29, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, distant North 88 degrees 59 minutes 50 seconds East 220.00 feet from the North 1/4 corner thereof; thence North 88 degrees 59 minutes 50 seconds East 452.30 feet along said North Section line; thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 20 seconds West 726.33 feet to the North line of abandoned Penn Central Railroad right of way; thence South 88 degrees 20 minutes 34 seconds West 672.51 feet along said North right of way line, to the NorthSouth quarter line of Section 29; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 20 seconds East 503.01 feet along said quarter line; thence North 88 degrees 59 minutes 50 seconds East 220.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 20 seconds East 231.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #349953F01 77552243 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT; ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW. ATTENTION POTENTIAL PURCHASERS AT FORECLOSURE SALE: In the case of resolution prior to or simultaneously with the aforementioned foreclosure sale, Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) may rescind this sale at any time prior to the end of the redemption period. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited to the return of your bid amount tendered at the sale, plus interest. Default having occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by Stanley E. Jacobs, a married man, ("Debtors") to Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) ("Green Tree"), dated December 23, 1998, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry in the State of Michigan on January 7, 1999, in Document Number 1023354, et. seq., on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due as of the date of this Notice the sum of $142,920.51, which amount may or may not be the entire indebtedness owed by Debtors to Green Tree together with interest at 8.00 percent per annum. NOW THEREFORE, Notice is hereby given that the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative and that pursuant to that power of sale and MCL 600.3201 et. seq., on January 20, 2011 at 1:00 p.m., on the East steps of the Circuit Court Building in Hastings, Michigan, that being the place for holding the Circuit Court and/or for conducting such foreclosure sales for the County of Barry, there will be offered at public sale, the premises, or some part thereof, described in said Mortgage as follows, to-wit: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF MAPLE GROVE, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN, IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: PARCEL A: THAT PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 25, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE WEST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 25; THENCE RUN NORTH ALONG THE WEST SECTION LINE A DISTANCE OF 2335.33 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL OF LAND; THENCE CONTINUING NORTH ALONG THE SAID WEST SECTION LINE A DISTANCE OF 253.00 FEET TO THE PHYSICAL CENTERLINE OF CLOVERDALE ROAD; THENCE RUN SOUTH 82 DEGREES 43' 38" EAST ALONG THE SAID CENTERLINE A DISTANCE OF 53.50 FEET; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG THE SAID CENTERLINE ON A 1981.30 FEET RADIUS CURVE TO THE LEFT A DISTANCE OF 466.70 FEET, THE CHORD BEARS SOUTH 89 DEGREES 28' 31" EAST A DISTANCE OF 465.62 FEET; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG THE SAID CENTERLINE NORTH 83 DEGREES 46' 36" EAST A DISTANCE OF 363.36 FEET; THENCE RUN SOUTH A DISTANCE OF 267.79 FEET; THENCE RUN SOUTH 89 DEGREES 06' 59" WEST A DISTANCE OF 880.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. which also includes any interest Green Tree may have in the 1999 Redman Mobile Home, Serial Number 143T1670. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of sale unless the property is established to be abandoned pursuant to MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of sale or fifteen (15) days from the date the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(b) was posted and mailed. Dated: December 7, 2010 Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) By: DONALD A. BRANDT (P30183) BRANDT, FISHER, ALWARD & ROY, P.C. Attorneys for Green Tree 1241 E. Eighth Street, P.O. Box 5817 Traverse City, Michigan 49696-5817 (231) 941-9660 77552373 File No.: 6140.0861 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by ALDEN VINCENT, whose address 11944 Nashville Hwy., Nashville, MI 49073, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, on February 23, 2009 and recorded at Document #20090226-0001769 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses, the sum of $63,815.20 as of November 1, 2010 with interest at the rate of 6.75%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgages, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse, County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on the 20th day of January, 2011 at 1:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 6.75%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorney’s fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, towit: THE NORTH 74 FEET OF LOT L AND 7, BLOCK 15, EASTERN ADDITION OF THE CITY, FORMERLY VILLAGE OF HASTINGS, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. Commonly known as: 619 S. Hanover Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Property Tax Identification No. 08-55-220-07600. That if after inspection by the lender, the property is determined to be abandoned, the redemption period shall be shortened from six (6) months to thirty (30) days pursuant to statute. Dated: December 8, 2010 Drafted by: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 United Bank of Lake Odessa BY: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) 77552450 Attorney for Union Bank Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Vicki S Harnish, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to First American Real Estate and Finance Corporation, Mortgagee, dated November 3, 2004, and recorded on December 2, 2004 in instrument 1138047, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fidelity Bank, a Federally Chartered Savings Bank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Six Hundred Eight and 62/100 Dollars ($102,608.62), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 17, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 458.00 feet along the North line of said Northeast 1/4 to the point of beginning; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 200.00 feet; thence South 01 degrees 08 minutes 36 minutes East 660.00 feet parallel with the West line of said Northeast 1/4; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 200.00 feet; thence North 01 degrees 08 minutes 36 seconds West 660.00 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to highway right of way for Bowens Mill road. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #339370F01 FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Default has occurred in a Mortgage made on May 18, 2005 by Cabro Partners, LLC, Mortgagor, to Hastings City Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, as Mortgagee. The Mortgagee was recorded on May 23, 2005 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan in Instrument No. 1146876. At the date of this Notice there is claimed to be due and unpaid on the Mortgage the sum of Four Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-Three and 26/100 Dollars ($449,923.26), including interest at 7.0% per annum. No suit or proceedings have been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the Mortgage, and the power of sale contained in the Mortgage has become operative by reason of such default. On December 30, 2010, at one o’clock in the afternoon at the east steps of the Barry County Courthouse, 220 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan, which is the place for holding mortgage sales for Barry County, Michigan, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law, the property located in the City of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described in the Mortgage as follows: Parcel 8: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of said Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road and the true point of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 353.00 feet to the Northerly right of way line of Enterprise Drive; thence North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 207 feet along said Northerly line; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 400.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 163.51 feet; thence South 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds East, 63.92 feet to the point of beginning. Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kris A. Robertson Joined by Spouse Megan Roberson, original mortgagor(s), to Solstice Capital Group Inc., Mortgagee, dated July 8, 2005, and recorded on August 24, 2005 in instrument 1151615, and modified by agreement dated June 21, 2006, and recorded on September 1, 2006 in instrument 1169435, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Bank of America, National Associations successor by merger to LaSalle Bank NA as trustee for WaMu Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series WMABS 2006HE1 Trust as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Nine Thousand Twenty-Seven and 28/100 Dollars ($159,027.28), including interest at 9.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in City of Delton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A Parcel of land in section 26, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan described as: Beginning at a poing on the North and South 1/4 line of section 26, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, distant North 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds West 1600.36 feet from the South 1/4 post of said section 26; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 236.60 feet; thence North 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds West parallel with said north and South 1/4 line 797.59 feet to the Southwest corner of Lot 12 of Brookview according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 48 in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County Michigan; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West along the South line of said Plat of Brookview 236.60 feet to said North and South 1/4 line thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds East along said North and South 1/4 line 797.59 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to an easement for ingress and egress described as: Beginning at a point on the North and South 1/4 lineof section 26 Town 1 North Range 9 West distant North 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds West 1600.36 feet from the South 1/4 post of said section 26 thence continuing north 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seocnds West 20.00 feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seocnds East 236.60 feet; thence South 00 degrees 30 minutes 16 seconds East 20.00 feet; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 236.60 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to the right of the public and of any governmental unit in any part thereof taken used of deeded for street, road or highway purposes. Subject to easement and restrictions of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551985 File #347651F01 EXCEPT: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 533.30 feet along the East line of Section 20; thence North 42 degrees 38 minutes 12 seconds West, 73.49 feet to the Westerly right of way line of Star School Road; thence along said Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 328.50 feet to the true point of beginning; thence continuing along the Westerly right of way of Star School Road South 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds West, 24.50 feet to the North right-ofway line of Enterprise Drive; thence along said North right-of-way line of Enterprise Drive North 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds West, 23.16 feet; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 08 seconds East, 17.33 feet; thence North 38 degrees 03 minutes 12 seconds East, 9.10 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds East, 17.58 feet to the point of beginning. Tax Parcel No.: 55-265-028-00; More commonly known as 1135 Enterprise Drive, Hastings, Michigan. The redemption period shall be six months from the date of sale. Dated: November 23, 2010 MILLER JOHNSON Attorneys for Hastings City Bank /s/ Rachel J. Foster By: Rachel J. Foster 303 North Rose Street, Suite 600 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 77551658 269-226-2982 77552036 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Curt G. Griffis AKA Curtis G. Griffis II and Tonya A. Griffis Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank of Indiana, Mortgagee, dated December 30, 2005, and recorded on January 4, 2006 in instrument 1158517, and assigned by said Mortgagee to National City Mortgage Company as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Four and 92/100 Dollars ($183,684.92), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit No. 16, Whispering Pines Estates Condominium according to the Master Deed Recorded in Liber 1023989, as amended, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 12, together with rights in the general common elements and the limited common elements as shown on the Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. he redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552285 File #348835F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy Dirks, a married man, Kristy J. Dirks, a married woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2005, and recorded on November 3, 2005 in instrument 1155691, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Home Finance LLC as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Twelve and 75/100 Dollars ($129,412.75), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that parcel of Land in Township of Barry, Barry County, State of Michigan, as more fully described in Deed Instrument #1105581, ID#08-03-023-00406, being known and designated as; beginning at the 1/4 corner common to Section 22 and 23, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, thence North 00 degrees, 10 minutes 32 seconds West, 1319.33 feet along the Section line common to Sections 22 and 23; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 14 seconds East, 274.67 feet along the North line of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 23; thence South 43 degrees 43 minutes 30 seconds East, 456.56 feet; thence South 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds West, 696.33 feet to the true point of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds West, 220.00 feet; thence South 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds West, 200.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East 220.00 feet; thence North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 200.00 feet to the point of beginning. Together with a private easement for ingress, egress and public utilities purposes, 99 feet in width described as: Beginning at a point on the East-West 1/4 line of Section 23, Town 1 North, Range 9 West, distant South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East, 255.97 feet from the West 1/4 corner of said Section 23; thence North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 255.97 feet from the West 1/4 corner of said Section 23; thence North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 99.59 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East, 454.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 07 minutes 31 seconds West 99.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds West 464.81 feet along said East-West 1/4 line to the Point of Beginning. Also: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 23, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East, 475.97 feet along the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 23; thence North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 299.59 feet for the place of beginning; thence continuing North 06 degrees 21 minutes 17 seconds East, 100.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds West, 120.00 feet; thence South 06 degrees 21 minutes 18 seconds West, 100.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 29 seconds East, 120.00 feet to the place of beginning. By fee simple deed from Timothy Dirks and Kristy Dirks, husband and wife as set forth in Inst #1105581 dated 5/28/2003 and recorded 06/02/2003, Barry County Records. State of Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 2, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77551990 File #200910F02 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 23, 2010 — Page 13 POLICE BEAT Thornapple Arts Council donates to Varsity Singers Jogger hit by car Barry County Sheriff deputies were contacted Dec. 2 by a man who reported being hit by a vehicle in Assyria Township. The complainant, 19, of Bellevue, told deputies a darkcolored, four-door vehicle struck him as he was jogging on Trato Road near Bower Road and knocked him into the ditch. The vehicle did not stop. The complainant told deputies he was not injured and refused medical treatment. Deputies found no vehicle damage at the scene, and the vehicle was not identified. The case is inactive. ‘Punked’ by court is prank call A 45-year-old Hastings woman reported she had received a suspicious phone call Dec. 15. The person calling was male and said he was calling from the courthouse because the woman had a 2008 parking ticket discrepancy. The caller would not identify what specific courthouse. The woman told the caller she knew nothing about a parking ticket. The caller then explained she “was being ‘punked’ by Dialnet.com for being a stupid driver.” The complainant told deputies that caller ID showed the number, and when she dialed back, found the number to belong to Barry County Friend of the Court. Deputies advised the woman of new software applications that allow callers to disguise their voices and display another number on caller ID systems. The woman was advised by deputies of a possible prank call and to contact the sheriff’s department if she received future calls. The case is closed. Abandoned car gets trip to impound lot A Barry County Deputy was traveling south on Yankee Springs Road near Bowens Mill Road Dec. 15 and noticed a 1997 Pontiac Grand Am stopped in the roadway. When the deputy investigated, the car was empty. A note on the windshield displayed a name and phone number. Deputies contacted the Wyoming woman, 54, and advised her the car was a traffic hazard, being parked halfway on the road’s shoulder and half in the roadway. She was advised to move the car, but informed deputies she would not be able to do so until the next morning. The vehicle was impounded. The case remains open. Stop in – and stay a while Dec. 11, a 42-year-old Hastings woman arrived at the Barry County Jail to visit an inmate. An identity check revealed that the woman had a warrant for failure to appear in court. She was advised of the warrant and arrested. The case is closed by arrest. Woman fails to fall for ‘send-money’ scams A Battle Creek woman reported receiving two suspicious phone calls Dec. 13. She told deputies the first was from Publisher’s Clearing House, stating she had won a sweepstakes and needed to send $120 by Western Union to an address in New Mexico. The second caller, identified as being from the Global Winner Center, told the woman that to claim her prize, she needed to send $320 to an address in Los Angeles. The woman said did not send money to either address, but wanted a police report on file. The case is closed. Driver missed his turn heading home Sheriff deputies were dispatched Dec. 14 to M-66 and Butler Road on a report of a reckless driver. A caller said the tan Buick was northbound on M-66 and was crossing the center and fog lines. Reportedly, the vehicle made a U-turn on M-66 and then started south. Deputies were supplied with a license number and proceeded to the residence of the owner of the vehicle. The resident, 64, of Nashville, answered the door and admitted to driving home from work. He explained he was very tired and having trouble staying awake. Deputies found no sign of intoxicants. The case is closed. Grinch steals; this guy slashes A Middleville man called Barry County Deputies Dec. 11 to report that his inflatable Christmas lawn ornaments had been vandalized. The complainant said the inflatables, worth $450, were slashed sometime after 3 that morning. He pointed out footprints in the snow. Deputies took photos of the footprints, estimated at size 13. The case is closed. ‘Gift’ was registered to another A Hastings man went to the Barry County Sheriff’s Department Dec. 11 to report a .22 caliber Luger pistol missing. The man explained that his estranged wife had moved out of his house, taking everything, including the pistol, with her. The handgun was registered in his name. Deputies contacted the ex-wife and told her that taking the handgun was a registration violation and she needed to contact a lawyer. The woman explained to the deputy the gun had been a gift and she had taken what was hers. Again, the deputy advised her to contact a lawyer, or the prosecutor’s office would be contacted. Subsequently, the woman brought the pistol into the sheriff’s department, and the husband claimed the weapon. No charges were pressed. Trailer gives police time enough to tail A woman called sheriff deputies Dec. 10, from her cell phone in her car, to report a black vehicle that was continually following her. The caller said she was southbound on M37, north of Middleville, when the vehicle starting following her closely. She told the dispatcher she had pulled into the Middleville Shell station and the vehicle followed her. She then pulled out onto M-37 and drove to the Middleville Speedway where she stopped, with the suspicious vehicle still following her. The caller then advised she would drive a loop via Adams Road to Bender Road and then back into Middleville. Deputies observed the 1998 black Ford Contour following the complainant and stopped the vehicle. The male driver, 22, from Wayland, told deputies that several vehicles had cut him off today, and “he had enough and wanted to scare her.” A report has been forwarded to the Barry County Prosecutor’s Office seeking charges of intimidation. Grand Rapids has new ZIP code Central Dispatch was advised Dec. 10 of a maroon Ford Taurus driving erratically on M37 north of Middleville. The caller said that a possible intoxicated driver had hit a guardrail and proceeded to stop on Edward Street. The vehicle turned back onto M-37 and turned onto Adams then Kiser roads into a ditch. The driver, a 32-year-old man from Grand Rapids, told deputies he had not been drinking and that he was on his way to Michigan and Fuller Avenues in Grand Rapids. According to deputies, the man smelled of intoxicants and appeared unaware of his location. A Breathalyzer test registered .20 percent. Deputies also found a black leather bag with marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The vehicle’s passenger side showed substantial damage. The driver was arrested for driving while intoxicated. Suspect caught with goods – and marijuana Hastings Police were dispatched on a retail fraud complaint from Family Fare Super Market Dec. 20 at 6 p.m. The responding officer was told that store security had a suspected shoplifter in custody. Store personnel said the 18-year-old male from Hastings had attempted to leave the store without paying for food items. The suspect told the officer he did not have any money, but after being placed under arrest, he was found to have $11 and a small bag of marijuana. The man was transported and lodged at Barry County Jail facing charges of retail fraud, third degree, and possession of marijuana. Burglars pay an unwanted sick call Continued next column Holiday parties can be safe and fun The old adage that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure rings true for hosting a holiday party. And the Substance Abuse Prevention Council of Barry County wants to help residents prepare for safe and successful parties. Party hosts need to be responsible citizens, as well, so it is their duty to ensure that guests are safe during a party and that everyone gets home safely. Not serving alcohol would be the safest choice, but is not always an option during this celebratory time of year. By planning ahead and following some commonsense guidelines, individuals can throw a safe and memorable party that their guests will remember positively. • Don’t make alcohol the center of a party. Approximately half of all adults don’t drink • Serve plenty of attractive non-alcoholic drinks. For ideas and recipes, pick up the AAA Great Pretenders non-alcoholic drink guide at most AAA Insurance offices or go online to www.AAA.com/Pretenders. • Keep guests active. Plan games and activities that will take the focus off drinking. • Never serve alcohol to anyone under 21, pregnant or on medication. • Make sure guest do not “over pour” drinks. If possible, hire or designate a bartender. • Serve plenty of food. • Stop serving alcohol one and a half hours before the end of a party. Offer coffee or tea and desserts to take the focus off drinking. • Consider taking keys from guests when greeting them as they arrive • Provide rides or accommodations for guests. In summary, hosts should keep the wellbeing of guests foremost in mind. Party hosts may be held responsible in both criminal and civil court if impaired guests are allowed to drive home. Hosts themselves should stay sober so they will be able to carry out plans for a safe and fun party. Barry County Mental Health offers and provides services that can help anyone having emotional issue that seem too large to deal with alone. For more information, call 269-948-8041 or visit the clinic at 915 Green St. in Hastings. POLICE BEAT, continued from previous column Self check-out, not the same as ‘help yourself’ Hastings Police responded to a retail fraud complaint at the Hastings Family Fare Dec. 16 just after 6:30 p.m. Security personnel contacted police to report that a 42-year-old Hastings woman was being detained for attempting to leave the store without paying for several items that were not scanned through the self check-out. The woman was placed under arrest and lodged at the Barry County Jail. Call anytime for Hastings Banner ads 269-945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 LaJoye has reported that the Hastings community has been very generous. The cost of the trip is $25,000, so the group still has more money to raise. To donate to the Varsity Singers’ trip to Carnegie Hall, send a check to Patti LaJoye HHS Choir Boosters, Carnegie Hall Performance, Hastings High School, 520 W. South St., Hastings 49058 COURT NEWS Dec. 16, Sabrina D. Elwen of Hastings was sentenced to 40 to 60 months for weapons firearm possession, 48 to 70 months for larceny building and 72 to 180 months for home invasion, second degree. Elwen, 23, will serve the sentences concurrently and receive credit for 89 days served. She must pay $28,179 in costs and restitution. Charges that were dropped include safe breaking; home invasion first degree; home invasion, second degree; attempted weapons firearm receiving and concealing; weapons felony firearm; breaking and entering, entry without breaking with intent; unlawfully driving away a motor vehicle; conspiracy to commit larceny in a building; and habitual offender, fourth offense. Michael D. Watson, 50, of Battle Creek was sentenced for desertion and abandonment of children under 17 years old. Dec. 15, Watson was ordered to serve 11 months, with credit for 58 days served. Watson must pay $64,817 in costs and restitution. He will serve 60 months on probation. Balance of his jail time will be suspended on payment of $32,000, with payment of $500 per month required after release. He is to have no contact with the victim. Adam D. Branch, 28, of Hastings, was sentenced Dec. 15 for operating or maintaining a laboratory involving methamphetamines. Branch was ordered to serve not less than 36 months and not more than 240 months with credit for 43 days served. He must pay $628 in court costs. A charge of habitual offender, third offense, was dropped. In Barry County Circuit Court Dec. 15, Rodney C. Betz was sentenced for operating a vehicle while impaired. Betz, 39, of Nashville, will serve three months in jail, with credit for two days served. He must pay $1,328 in costs and serve 36 months on probation. Charges of operating while intoxicated, third offense, and operating with license suspended, revoked or denied, second offense, were dropped. Sentenced Dec. 15, Nicholas L. Rogers will serve three months for operating impaired third offense. Rogers, 20, of Wayland, will receive credit for two days served and also will serve 36 months on probation. He must pay $628 in court costs. Charges of operating in the presence of a controlled substance (marijuana), third offense, and operating with license suspended, revoked or denied were dropped. Maranda M. Steffes, 25, of Ludington was sentenced for a probation violation. Steffes was ordered Dec. 15 to serve 12 months for failing to appear in court for a show cause hearing concerning attempted criminal sexual conduct, third degree, with a person 13 to 15 years old. Steffes must pay $742 in costs, and the balance of her jail time will be suspended with payment of $135. She must continue to pay $50 a month until balance is paid in full. Michael J. Newman of Dowling was sentenced Dec. 15 for attempted larceny of a chainsaw. Newman, 37, will serve three months in jail, with credit for 26 days served, and 36 months of probation. He must pay $828 in court costs. A charge of larceny in a building was dropped. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 For Sale National Ads Real Estate AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT KNOWINGLY accept advertising which is deceptive, fraudulent or might otherwise violate law or accepted standards of taste. However, this publication does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of any advertisement, nor the quality of goods or services advertised. Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all claims made in any advertisements, and to use good judgment and reasonable care, particularly when dealing with persons unknown to you ask for money in advance of delivery of goods or services advertised. IRS AUCTION Public Welcome Sale date: December 28, 2010 Sale time: 11:00AM EST Location: Barry Co. Bldg. 220 W. State Street Hastings, MI 49058 (follow signs) Property offered for sale: Real Estate on Gun Lake 2074 Parker Drive Wayland, MI 49348 For more information visit: www.irsauctions.gov or call Robert Biluk (810)342-6114 or e-mail Robert.f.Biluk@irs.gov Estate Sale ESTATE/MOVING SALES: by Bethel Timmer - The Cottage House Antiques. (269)795-8717 For Rent FOR RENT GUN LAKE: 2bd apt. w/heat, garage, sewer & garbage included. Call Pat at Thornapple Marketing Services. (269)8381469 FOR RENT: 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, kitchen w/stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, den w/fireplace, livingroom, dining room, finished basement, w/washer & dryer, 2 car garage. Close to town & Hastings area schools. $1,000 security deposit & $900 monthly. For more information please call (269)945-2401 Trust Department, Hastings City Bank Automotive RICK TAYLOR’S DETAIL WORKS. Gift certificates. 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The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 06732905 Hastings Police are investigating a breaking-and-entering complaint at an apartment in the 400 block of West Walnut Street that was reported Dec. 16. The 20-year-old victim told officers she had been in the hospital since Dec. 8, and upon returning home, found that her apartment had been entered and that several items were missing. Suspect(s) took jewelry, a cell phone, camera, a small amount of change and empty pop cans. The incident remains under investigation. To support the Hastings High School Varsity Singers’ trip to Carnegie Hall in the spring, Thornapple Arts Council has offered students a matching grant to help toward the cost of their trip. The Varsity Singers have been working on fundraising for the last several months to help cover the cost of their trip to Carnegie Hall in New York City. The Thornapple Arts Council offered the group a $500 matching grant, which they have met through individual contributions. “We are really proud of them,” said Megan Lavell, executive director of the Thornapple Arts Council. “The students who participate with the Varsity Singers have worked very hard to get to Carnegie Hall, and we’re very happy to support them.” Hastings High School Choir Director Patti �Page 14 — Thursday, December 23, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Saxons slow down the Scots, but can’t stop them by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Hastings had the game-plan it needed and the effort, but Caledonia had Alexis Miller. Miller scored 21 points, scoring ten of her team’s first 15, as the Caledonia varsity girls’ basketball team scored a 56-30 O-K Gold Conference victory in Hastings Friday. Hastings led 12-10 at the end of one quarter, but the Scots went on a 7-0 run to start the second quarter and never trailed again. “Lexi played a great first half,” said Caledonia head coach Joe Harvey. “That’s what kept us in the game. That’s what kept us going.” The Fighting Scots had a tough time “going” because of the Saxons’ sagging manto-man defense and the fact that they had a hard time rebounding the basketball. Those two things didn’t allow the Scots to push the tempo of the basketball game. “Sometimes you’ve got to win a gut-it-out game. I give Hastings a ton of credit. I give their coach a ton of credit,” Harvey said. “They had a great game plan and it slowed us down. “We average 56 points a game and after that first quarter I would have told you there was no way in heck we were going to get there. I look at it, and I still don’t really know how we did.” The Fighting Scots found some improved success against the Saxons as they moved from their man-to-man offensive sets to a more zone based offense. Miller also had four steals and two assists to go with her game-high point total. The Saxons’ Gabby Eaton (3) defends against Caledonia guard Heather Jozwik at the top of the key during Friday night’s O-K Gold Conference contest in Hastings. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxon guard Taylor Carpenter looks for an opening after getting around Caledonia’s Emily DeVries Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) “We knew coming in that Caledonia was a tough defensive match-up for us,” said Saxon head coach Steve Laubaugh. “Their point guard is difficult to guard, and we had a decent plan to contain them. It was very effective in the first quarter, as we played very well defensively. But then, our offense bogged down and defensively we got out of position some. They hit some long shots in the second quarter that they missed in the first quarter.” Behind Miller, the Scots also got ten points and five rebounds from McKayla Gehrls, eight points from Shelby O’Brien and six points from Stacey Forton. The Scots were seven of 15 from three-point range, with Miller, Forton and O’Brien each knocking down two. Hastings was led by Kayla Vogel’s 14 points and seven rebounds. Veronica Hayden had 12 points three rebounds and two assists for the Saxons. Dani Meredith and Megan VanZyl had the only other points for the Saxons in the game though. “Kayla Vogel is a good basketball player, and we had our hands full tonight,” said Harvey. The Scots improved to 3-1 on the season with the win, and 1-1 in the O-K Gold Conference. Hastings is now 2-2 overall this year and 1-1 in the O-K Gold as well. “We lost Gabby Shipley to a knee injury about halfway through the first quarter, and she’s a large part of our team,” said Laubaugh. “That kind of took some wind out of our sails, and our rotation wasn’t quite as deep. Hopefully, we find out that it isn’t serious.” Scots score their season’s first win, in Hastings by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Hastings couldn’t match Caledonia on the boards or off the bench. Caledonia’s varsity boys’ basketball team scored its first victory of the season Friday in Hastings, topping the host Saxons 71-57 to improve to 1-1 in the O-K Gold Conference and 1-3 overall. The Saxons are now 2-1 overall and 1-1 in the conference. Fighting Scot starting center Anthony Cooley was in foul trouble much of the night, but all that did was give others opportunity in the paint. Jonathan Meerman led the Fighting Scots with 21 points and seven rebounds, while Michael Ruddock came off the bench to add 18 points and seven rebounds against the slightly undersized Saxons. As a team, the Fighting Scots outrebounded the Saxons 39-24. The Scot bench outscored the Saxon bench 23-8. “I just like to screen,” said Meerman. “I’m a screener. I just float around in the paint and run the high post. Me and Mike Ruddock, we try to play some help side defense. “I got a lot of good passes from our points guard, and we ran the floor well. Give a lot of credit to Stephen Spencer. He was passing the ball well.” Spencer finished the night with seven assists, to go along with seven points. “Stephen Spencer with his penetration, he really helped us in breaking down the defense and his court vision was fantastic,” said Caledonia head coach Todd Bloemers. Caledonia also got 11 points and five rebounds from Paul TenHarmsel and seven points and three assists from Jake Rempe. The Scots and Saxons, with their new more up-tempo, high-pressure style, were back and forth the entire first half. Six points was the biggest lead for either team in the first half, and that belonged to the Saxons. It was the Scots who went into the break leading, 32-28. A flurry of offensive rebounding is what finally helped the Fighting Scots pull away midway through the third quarter. Ruddock had back-to-back offensive put-backs that extended a five-point Caledonia lead to nine points. The Saxons’ Tate Miller has his shot altered by Caledonia’s Jonathan Meerman Friday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Huskies break their own record with win, not UCLA’s Sorry, but “88” still doesn’t have a special new meaning for me. What’s the significance of the number “88”. We’ll that’s how many miles per hour a properly equipped Delorean has to be going to be able to travel through time. It was Eric Lindros’ number when he came up with the Philadelphia Flyers. And its the length in games of the longest winning streaks in Division 1 Men’s and Women’s college basketball history after the University of Connecticut Women’s teams 88th consecutive victory Sunday. The problem is that those two records have as much to do with each other as comparing the speed of a Delorean and the speed of a Lindros slap shot. It’s the same game, but its two different sports. I get the connection, but not the hoopla. Connecticut head coach Geno Auriemma went off on reporters following his team’s win Sunday in Madison Square Garden match the streak for wins set by the UCLA Men’s team in the early 1970s. “If we were breaking a women’s record everybody would go, ‘aren’t those girls nice. Just give them two paragraphs in USA Today or give them one line on the bottom of ESPN, and let’s send them back where they belong in the kitchen.’ But because we are breaking a men’s record, we have a lot of people paying attention.” I believe that this “record” should maybe a four paragraph blub in USA Today, or two lines at the bottom of ESPN. The upcoming 89th win isn’t really any more impressive than the 87th or the 86th. Every UCONN win sets the record, for most wins by a Division 1 Women’s Basketball Team. Should there be mobs of television cameras and front page stories for each one? Maybe from Connecticut television stations and Connecticut papers, but the world doesn’t need to hang on every shot of Husky basketball. I guess my problem is with Auriemma’s attitude and the quip about “because we are breaking a men’s record, we have a lot of people paying attention.” The only way to break the “men’s record” would be to win 88 games against men’s teams. It might be the same game, and it might be technically slapped with the same “Division 1 basketball” label, but its not the same sport and its not the same record. “We got 23 points off our bench,” Bloemers said. “We’ve been talking about that, how we need a bigger effort out of our bench. The last week we’ve really been stressing that in practice. Guys came in and they were prepared and made a big impact in that game.” The Scots pushed their lead to 49-38 at the end of three quarters, and led by at least ten points the entire fourth quarter. “It feels good (to get that first win),” Bloemers said. “I feel like our effort is improving. We’re focusing more on what we need to do to be successful, and that’s evident out on the floor.” Hastings was led by Grant Heide’s 22-point night. The Saxons also got 12 points and seven rebounds from Kevin Bosma and 11 points and six rebounds from Sean McKeough. Hastings will be back in action Wednesday Hastings’ Sean McKeough floats in for a lay-up as Caledonia’s Thacker Hisey (20), Paul TenHarmsel (25) and Jake Rempe (15) look on during Friday night’s O-K Gold Conference contest. (Photo by Brett Bremer) and Thursday Dec. 29 and 30 at the Catholic Central Christmas Invaitional. Lakewood wrestlers open up league duals with win at Perry Lakewood’s varsity wrestling team opened the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division season with a 55-12 victory at Perry Wednesday. The Vikings now have the entire holiday break to prepare for what will likely be the biggest dual of the conference season, at home against the defending league champions from Corunna Jan. 5. Lakewood will wrestle that dual against the Cavaliers under the spotlight in the old high school gymnasium, with junior varsity wrestling beginning at 5:30 p.m. and the varsity slated to begin around 6 p.m. The win over the Ramblers improved the Vikings’ overall record to 9-0 in duals this season. Last Saturday (Dec. 11), the Vikings placed fourth at the Temperance-Bedford Invitational. Dundee took the top spot, with 300 points, followed by Temperance-Bedford 216, Southgate Anderson 203 and Lakewood 175. “We didn’t wrestle bad, but we didn’t wrestle really great either that tournament,” said Vikings head coach Bob Veitch. “It’s still early for us.” The top finish for the Vikings came at 140 pounds, where Tucker Seese was second. Lakewood got third place finishes from Garrett Hyatt at 285 pounds, Nick Briggs at 145, Jeff Baillargeon at 135, Darren Eaton at 130 and Joey Jackson at 103. Fourth place finishers for Lakewood were Willie Gross at 125 pounds, Adam Senters at 171, Alex Hunter at 189 and Lars Pyrzinski at 215. TK wrestling team defeats the Cougars Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity wrestling team scored pins in half its matches as it opened the O-K Gold Conference season with a 58-9 win over Grand Rapids Catholic Central Wednesday. The Trojans are now 5-0 in duals, having also scored a 63-9 victory over Zeeland West in Middleville Wednesday. Kyle Krey at 103 pounds, Ryan Flynn at 112, Van Thang 119, Gabe Space 130, Austin Sensiba 135, Dan Dykstra 171 and Austin Koehl at 189 pounds scored the pins for the Trojans in the win over the Cougars. TK also had Mason Mathis score a 17-7 major decision against Mat Lennon at 125 pounds. Joe Pawloski scored a 12-10 win over Zach Forbes at 152 pounds for TK, and his teammate Peter Westra scored a 9-7 win over Ben Tietema. The Trojans upped their pin total to nine in the win over Zeeland West. Those victories went to Krey (103 pounds), Flynn (112), Thang (119), Space (130), Sensiba (135), Pawloski (152), Dykstra (171), Koehl (189) and Westra (215). TK’s other win on the mat was a 9-3 decision by Nate Myers over J.R. Fassett at 140 pounds. Cole Gahan won by void at 145 pounds for TK as well. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 23, 2010 — Page 15 Lion boys win when they shoot well by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions played great defense all week. The Lions rebounded the ball well all week. The difference between a win and a loss was shooting the basketball. Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ basketball team improved to 2-1 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association this season with a 53-30 victory at Kalamazoo Christian Friday night. The win came on the heels of a 56-41 loss at home against Pennfield Tuesday. “We pulled away in the fourth quarter,” said Lion head coach Trent Harvey after Friday’s win. “The kids played great defense as a team, and rebounded the ball very well. We had a nice job by both point guards (Garrett Reid and Garrett Mater) running the point.” The Lions raced out to a 10-2 edge in the opening quarter against the Comets, and led 20-15 at the half. Harvey liked the way his team pushed the basketball, and then worked the insideoutside game on the offensive end of the floor. Otto VonSchwerdtner was one of the beneficiary’s of the nice movement on offense, finishing with 12 points as well as a team-high 15 rebounds. Josh Burd finished with 11 points and Riley Fisher and Austin Tobias had ten each. Reid finished with a team-high six assists. The Comets got 12 points from Barry DeYoung, on four three-pointers, and six points from Chad Niewoonder. Against Pennfield Tuesday, the Lions just struggled to put the ball in the basket. “We ended up shooting 11 of 21 from the free throw line, and two of 16 from the three-point line, but it was just a one-point game (32-31) going into the fourth quarter.” Maple Valley is off now until a Dec. 29 meeting with Springport at home. The Lions return to KVA action Jan. 7 at Schoolcraft. Lakewood girls beat Cavaliers by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Teams have decided how they want to defend the Vikings - with a zone. Lakewood’s varsity girls’ basketball team was able to make Corunna pay a little bit for that decision Friday night, and scored a 45-38 Capital Area Activities Conference White Division win at the home of the Cavaliers. It was the defense that the Vikings decided to employ that really decided the game though, after the Cavaliers built a 17-16 first-half lead. “We extended our pressure, and that’s what turned the game around,” said Lakewood head coach Tal Thompson. “We got the opportunity this year to make their young guards uncomfortable, which was what other teams did to us last year.” Lakewood forced the Cavaliers into 27 turnovers on the night. One of Lakewood’s young guards, Emily Kutch, led the way for her team with 13 points and four steals on the night. The Vikings also got ten points and ten rebounds from Anna Lynch, and nine points from Cassie Thelen. Lexie Spetoskey chipped in seven steals. Curtis had two points on a couple of key late free throws, and had eight rebounds. “She’s just kind of done everything for us,” Thompson said of Curtis. “She guarded one of their better players most of the night. She rebounded well. I wouldn’t say it’s a surprise, but she’s exceeded expecta- tions already and she’s getting better every day.” Thelen helped loosen up the Cavalier zone defense by drilling three three-pointers. She hit two in the third quarter to help the Vikings pull in front. That opened lanes for Kutch to penetrate through. The Vikings also met one of their goals, which is making more free throws than their opponents attempt. The Vikings were 16 of 26 at the foul line, while the Cavaliers shot just 12 free throws all night long. Cheyenne Kersjes led the Cavaliers with 15 points on the night. The Vikings improved 3-1 overall and 11 in the CAAC-White with the win. GRCC guards win out at TKHS by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Trojans couldn’t stop the Cougars’ guards. The Cougars couldn’t stop the Trojans in the post. Something had to give at some point, but that didn’t happen until overtime. Grand Rapids Catholic Central’s varsity boys’ basketball team scored an 81-77 victory over Thornapple Kellogg in Middleville Friday. “It was as real physical game,” said Thornapple Kellogg head coach Lance Laker. “They really put a lot of pressure on our guards. For the most part we did all right. We had a few moments where we made some decisions that weren’t the best in some critical situations.” One of those big turnovers came just after the Trojans had won the tip to start the extra session. The Cougars went down and buried a quick three-pointer to take control of the overtime early. Catholic Central’s Conor Hogan hit five threes in the game, and finished with a team-high 30 points. His back-court mate Zeke Mojica-Skinner had 23 points. The Cougars also got 11 points from Brendan Penny, including a big three in the fourth quarter and a couple crucial free throws late in the overtime. The Trojans were led by their center, Jared Stolicker, who finished with 38 points, 20 rebounds and three blocked shots. TK also got 12 points and eight rebounds from forward Jesse Aubil. TK’s backcourt got into the scoring too. Greg Hamilton had 11 points and four rebounds, as well as seven assists. Coley McKeough had seven assists and seven points. “I was proud of a lot of the things we did offensively, other than the unforced turnovers,” Laker said. The Trojans are now 1-2 overall this season, and 0-2 in the O-K Gold Conference. Catholic Central ran out to a 24-14 lead in the game, only to see TK battle back to take a 41-38 half-time lead. The two teams went into the extra period tied at 71-71. “When you score 77 points, you should win that game,” Laker said. “We’ve got to go back to work and decide how we’re going to go after people and attack people (defensively).” The Trojans return to action Dec. 27 at the Cedar Springs Tournament, where they’ll face Fremont at 6 p.m. They’ll then play their second game of the tournament on Tuesday (Dec. 28). DK struggles after reaching foul-line by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Panthers are getting better at something each and every game. The focus Friday was on getting to the free throw line and winning 50-50 balls. The Delton Kellogg varsity boys’ basketball team improved in each area, but found more things to work on in an 82-66 Kalamazoo Valley Association loss at Olivet. “It’s a learning process and they’re doing a good job of picking it up,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Mike Murray. “It’s like trying to paint a wall that’s Barkley scores 31 points as her Eagles top Delton Kellogg The Panthers couldn’t slow down Katy Barkley. Barkley poured in 31 points as her Olivet Eagles knocked off the Delton Kellogg varsity girls’ basketball team 63-50 Friday night in Kalamazoo Valley Association action at Olivet High School. “Olivet is as good as advertised,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Mike Mohn. “This Katy Barkley, she dropped 31 on us and we actually guarded her. I don’t know what she’d do if people don’t guard her. She’s good. She penetrates. She dishes. She just does a lot of great things, and I thought our kids at least made her work for all her stuff. We threw the kitchen sink at her, the tub, the vanity, everything, the linen closet and she still dropped 31 on us.” The Eagles also got 20 points out of senior enter Erika Isham. Delton Kellogg trailed early and pulled to within nine points in the third quarter, but never could put a sustained run together as the Eagles closed out the win. Adrianna Culbert led Delton Kellogg with 14 points and 16 rebounds. Brooke Martin chipped in 12 points and eight rebounds. Mohn said it was nice to see Martin looking to score a little more often, as well as Alea Hammond who finished with nine points. The Panthers struggled shooting the basketball once again, hitting just 33 percent of their attempts from the floor. Mohn called his team’s free throw shooting “abysmal at best” after a night in which it connected on just 12of-23 attempts at the line. Delton Kellogg is off now until at trip to Bellevue Jan. 4. The Panthers are now 4-2 overall and 2-2 in the KVA. The Panthers’ Adrianna Culbert (right) flips a shot over the Eagles’ Erika Isham in the post during Friday night’s KVA contest in Olivet. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Lakewood puts four ‘solid’ quarters together at Corunna by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Vikings needed to turn the ball over less. They turned it over the fewest number of times they have all year. The Vikings needed to rebound the ball better. They recorded more rebounds than in any game this season. The Vikings needed a win. They got it, going on the road and topping Corunna 59-42 Friday night in Capital Area Activities Conference White Division action. Lakewood’s varsity boys’ basketball team scored its first victory of the season Friday, outscoring the Cavaliers in each quarter after starting the game on an 11-2 run. The Panthers’ Zach Leinaar drives around an Olivet defender on the wing during Friday night’s KVA contest at Olivet High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Delton Kellogg’s Mitch Wandell collides with Olivet’s Damien Loveless as he goes in for two points during Friday night’s KVA contest. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Delton Kellogg guard Brooke Martin races past Olivet’s Katy Barkley during Friday night’s KVA contest. (Photo by Perry Hardin) already been painted. It’s not a blank canvas. You’ve got to paint it a different color, and it’s hard to change the color.” The Panthers got to the free throw line 39 times Friday, but painted themselves into a corner a bit by only knocking down 20 of those attempts. The Eagles did a great job of rebounding free throw misses on both ends of the floor, leading to a few quick lay-ups the other way after defensive rebounds and a few easy put-backs after offensive boards. Murray said those problems are ones he has to solve, making sure players are in the right spots and executing properly. The Eagles led 19-14 after one quarter, then pushed the lead to double digits at 46-35 going into the half. Quinton Harris had 19 points for the Eagles, and Zach Fleming 16. Delton Kellogg was led by Ryan Watson’s 19 points and six assists. The Panthers also got 13 points from Ryan Hook, nine each from Mitch Wandell and Norm O’Meara, and seven from Zach Meyers. Wandell had a team-high 11 rebounds. The 39 free throw attempts for the game was a big improvement from the Panthers’ previous effort against Galesburg-Augusta and the Panthers won more 50-50 balls than they had in their previous two contests. Delton is off now until visiting Bellevue Jan. 4. “We played much better as a team,” said Lakewood head coach Mark Farrell, “and we played a solid four quarters. Lakewood had 34 rebounds on the night, and just 15 turnovers. Mackenzie Doane led the Vikings with 20 points and seven rebounds. He knocked down five three-pointers in the contest. Nathan Bryans chipped in 13 points, two steals and a team-high eight rebounds. Lakewood also got 13 points from Jordan Cooper. Shawn McCaul finished with three points and five assists, and Adam Barker added four assists. Lakewood is off now until Jan. 7 when it plays host to Perry. Byron Center beats the TK-Hastings boys in pool Byron Center’s varsity boys’ swimming and diving team won every event but one in the season opening dual with the Thornapple Kellogg-Hastings team in Hastings Thursday (Dec. 9). The Bulldogs took a 115-70 victory. The lone win for the Trojans came in the 100-yard butterfly, in which Tyler Swanson touched the wall first in 1 minute 1.32 seconds. The Bulldog team of Austin TenElshof, Jake Dekens, Brett Foster and Blake Koning won the 200-yard medley relay to start the evening in 1:50.95. The team of Koning, Foster, Malte Peters and Justin Gale won the 200-yard freestyle relay in 1:37.67. Gale, Shane , Peters and TenElshof won the 400- yard freestyle relay in 3:41.98. Byron Center also had Gale win the 200yard freestyle in 1:57.08 and the 500-yard freestyle in 5:20.78, TenElshof the 200-yard individual medley in 2:17.95 and the 100yard backstroke in 1:01.66, Koning the 50yard freestyle in 22.91 and the 100-yard freestyle in 52.89, Dennis Chase the diving competition with a score of 196.50 and Jake Dekens the 100-yard breaststroke in 1:10.99. The TK-Hastings boys followed up that meet by placing third at the Raider Relays in Grand Rapids (Dec. 11), the team’s highest ever finish at the event. Wayland took the day’s title with a score of 222, followed by Otsego 219 and TKHastings 198. �Page 16 — Thursday, December 23, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Fighting Scots top the five-time defending champs by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Caledonia senior captain Evan Zych and head coach Shawn Veitch knew they’d never done it before. The “historians” they’d talked to knew it hadn’t happened in the last 12 years. Hastings varsity wrestling coach/athletic director Mike Goggins wasn’t sure it had ever happened. It has happened now. Caledonia’s varsity wrestling team scored a win in a dual with Hastings, topping the host Saxons 40-18 in their O-K Gold Conference match-up in Hastings Wednesday night. “I can remember two years ago standing in this gym, I’ve got a picture on my desk with Hastings beating us 60 to 6,” said Veitch. “That’s been good motivation for our guys. It’s pretty sweet to stand in here with a different story.” That loss during the 2008-09 season was the first meeting between the Fighting Scots and Saxons following Caledonia’s return to the O-K Gold Conference. The two programs shared the O-K Gold Conference title in 2007, The Saxon varsity wrestling team celebrates its championship at Saturday’s Coldwater Invitational. with the Saxons winning the league dual and the Scots taking the conference tournament. Caledonia then spent the 2007-08 season, its first under Veitch, in the O-K White. “They’ve got talent, but we’ve got talent too,” said Veitch. “I think our coaches really prepared each individual for what they needed to do. I want our program to be like Hastings. With them winning the last five conference championships and eight of the last nine, they’ve set the bar. I’m hoping that we can start our streak now.” Hastings led 12-3 after the first five matches, and Goggins knew his team would need an even bigger lead heading into light and middle weights. The Saxons expected to have a bigger lead too, but Fighting Scot heavyweight Joel Wenk surprised the Saxons by scoring a 9-1 major decision over Matt Mansfield. It was the first match all night that ended in more than a three-point decision for either team. Veitch called it the match of the night. “To beat Mansfield, as a sophomore. We bumped (Wenk) up. He weights 195. He did a great job.” It was the start of a seven flight win streak for the Fighting Scots. John Leark followed with a 10-0 major decision over Zach Wilcox at 103 pounds, then Caledonia got pins from Spencer Plattner at 112 pounds, Spencer ONLY Coury at 119 and Brad Orszula at 125. Bobby Montney then clinched the dual for his team with a 15-0 technical fall against Aaron The keepsake they’ll flip over ... and Moore in the 130-pound match. through! 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Their good kids are good, and their inexperienced kids are still pretty good and that’s what you need.” Caledonia is now 2-0 in the O-K Gold Conference, while the Saxons fall to 1-1. Hastings bounced back from that performance to win Saturday’s Coldwater Tournament. The Saxons are off now until a trip to Grand Rapids Catholic Central for a league dual Jan. 5. Vikes win Jesse Snow Tourney Lakewood didn’t send the ‘B’ team this time. The Viking varsity wrestling team dominated Saturday’s Jesse Snow Memorial Tournament hosted by Maple Valley High School, winning eight of the 14 weight classes and putting wrestlers in the championship finals at 11 different flights. All 14 Lakewood wrestlers were in the top four in their weight class. The Vikings had sent a ‘B’ team, or mix of varsity and varsity ‘B’ wrestlers to compete in the tournament in recent years. This time it was varsity wrestlers, and they piled up 286 points. Hopkins was second with 212 points, followed by Maple Valley 144, Kelloggsville 107, Bath/Lansing Catholic 98, Hopkins ‘B’ 95, East Grand Rapids 54 and Concord 32. Lakewood’s light middle weights were 8.5x11 Custom The Saxons’ Joe Krebs (left) and Caledonia’s Sam Grantz work for an initial take down during the first period of their 189-pound match Wednesday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) tough to beat, with the Vikings winning all the flight titles from 125 to 140 pounds. Dylan Shoup won at 125 pounds, Darren Eaton at 130, Jeff Baillargeon at 135, and Tucker Seese at 140. Lakewood also had a lot of success in the heavyweight divisions, with Garrett Hyatt taking the title at 285 pounds, Lars Pyrzinski winning at 215, and Adam Senters at 171 points. Joey Jackson took the Vikings’ other first, at 103 pounds. The host Lions had one champion, Cash Flower, who pinned Hopkins ‘A’s Tyler Frank 4:58 into their 152-pound championship match. Flower’s teammate Alejandro Reid, who was fourth at 215 pounds, was voted by the coaches as the winner of the 18th annual Jesse Snow Memorial Award. “Alex has the qualities of Jesse, as he works hard in practice, helps other kids to improve, has good work habits and goes that little extra trying to improve himself,” said Lion coach Tony Wawiernia. Reid was one of six Lions to place fourth on the day. The Lions’ had four third place finishers, Clayton Beers at 171 pounds, Andrew Zank at 145, Jake Milbauer at 130 and Justice Cranson at 103. The Lions’ other fourth place finishers were Cody Myers (119 pounds), Zack Baird (125), Darius France (171), Travis Frank (189) and Diego Pesina (285). Lakewood’s runners-up were Cruz Ceniceros at 112 pounds, Willie Gross at 119 and Nick Briggs at 145 pounds. Comets and Panthers down Valley girls Check out all our Special Services: 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings 269.945.9105 Monday-Friday 8:30 - 6:00 • Calendars • Business Cards • Custom Rubber Stamps • Greeting Cards • Big Prints & Posters • Folding & Laminating • Plastic Binding and more! “Improvement” was the big word for the Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball team Friday night. The Lions didn’t get a win, falling 41-15 at Kalamazoo Christian, to see their record fall to 2-4 overall this season, but their head coach Landon Wilkes saw improvement. “We did a couple of things better. We rebounded the ball a little bit better. Towards the end of the game we attacked the basket a little bit better, he said. “We’re dealing with some injuries right now and some other issues. We’re going to work through it with these young kids who want to get better every game.” Kalamazoo Christian outscored the Lions 11-1 in the opening quarter, then pushed its lead to 34-5 heading into the fourth. Kayleigh VanKeulken led the Comets with nine points on the night, and her teammate Lauren Hutchings chipped in seven points. Kaitlyn Petersen led Maple Valley with five points, and Timara Burd added four. Zoanne Siple had a team-high five rebounds for Maple Valley, and Kari Hummell had four. “I’m proud of them. They worked hard,” Wilkes said. “We’ve got some work to do, and we know that. I keep telling them to believe in the system, believe in your teammates. Things will work themselves out as long as you believe in each other.” The Lion ladies will be at home against Springport Dec. 28, then are off until Jan. 7 when they return to Kalamazoo Valley Association at Schoolcraft. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/19/537/HastingsBanner_2010-12-30.pdf a553c729397720c1272ccaaa2dafbb69 PDF Text Text Hastings gearing up for New Year’s Eve Governor has opportunity to re-invent Michigan County had number of top 2 finishes in 2010 See Story on Page 4 See Editorial on Page 4 See Story on Page 14 THE HASTINGS VOLUME 157, No. 52 BANNER Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 PRICE 75¢ Thursday, December 30, 2010 Local businesses, politicians find their way to the top stories of 2010 The sale of a local bank, a nursing home cited for violations, the opening of a casino, a local politician being tapped as the next lieutenant governor, a hospital opting to stay at its present location rather than move and expand, a church moving out of town to expand, a long-time judge retiring— these are among the top 10 stories of 2010 as voted by the JAd Graphics newsroom staff. The closure of MainStreet Savings Bank and subsequent sale to Commercial Bank in July was voted the top story of 2010 by the JAd Graphics staff. After more than a year of financial troubles, the local bank was closed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), which arranged the sale of MainStreet to Commercial Bank of Alma. Approximately 80 FDIC employees came in Friday, July 16, and the transition was made by 6 p.m. with no disruption of service to MainStreet customers. FDIC staff were at the bank until Friday, July 23, when everything was turned over to Commercial Bank. The closure of MainStreet Savings Bank and subsequent sale to Commercial Bank in July was voted the top story of 2010 by the J-Ad Graphics staff. MainStreet was the first acquisition made by the Alma-based bank. The transaction means Commercial now has nine branches in Michigan with offices in Alma, Greenville, Ithaca, Middleton, St. Louis and Mt. Pleasant, Hastings and Lake Odessa. Commercial Bank is a publicly held company. In its annual survey, which was published in June, National Banker Magazine reported that Commercial Bank had assets of $362 million. At the time of the acquisition, Commercial Bank CEO Jeffrey Barker described his bank as “a very healthy community bank, just like what you were familiar with here.” According to Barker, Commercial’s finan- cial health made it a prime candidate to purchase MainStreet. “The FDIC contacts banks that are healthy enough to do this sort of thing; we are on that list of banks that are always being contacted,” he said. “But, this one was in a community that we would understand — it’s just like Alma, it’s just like Greenville. It’s in a community we understand; a market we understand. And, it’s a new market for us. So it is an opportunity to diversify into a new market so we weren’t so concentrated in one area. That way, if the economic swings in one area were severe, it allows us to counterbalance that in other parts of the state. And, we saw Barry County as a healthy county with a stronger population than our home county of Gratiot County. And, the size of this organization fit well into our organization.” In July, Barker said it is too early to tell what changes will be made, but some changes would be made. At that time, Barker said he was hopeful that Manpower, the Barry Community Foundation and other tenants who leased space from MainStreet would decide to stay on after the transition. “I know the community room here is used frequently; that will remain unchanged,” he said. “Church services were held here [July 18] as they normally are on Sundays.” “Now we’re just trying to catch our breath, get acquainted with everybody and slowly get back to normal,” said Barker. “We’re thrilled to be in Hastings. We are going to be a good corporate citizen. We have a great track record. Our employees throughout the company are always contributors of time and money. “We’re not going to be much different than what you experienced in the past,” he added. However, in December Commercial Bank announced plans to temporarily relocate services in Hastings and demolish the 12-year-old building they now occupy at 629 W. State Street. According to Commercial Bank, the building is too large and the overhead too expensive. A new, economically smarter building will take it’s place. “The current building’s design is inefficient, and not well designed for customer service,” said Barker. “The economics of a new building make good sense, and the savings will be significant. Today’s building is about four times more expensive to operate than our other branch buildings.” The new building will occupy the same space as the current structure. The building plan is identical to Commercial Bank’s Greenville office, but slightly larger. The exterior will be cream-colored brick with a maroon steel roof, which are the Commercial Bank colors. Customers will have easier access to the building. Positioned at parking lot or sidewalk level, the new design will eliminate numerous steps. Wheelchairs accessibility and user-friendliness was key in the planning stage. The currently occupied building is 24,000 square feet. According to FDIC guidelines, a bank must occupy at least 51 percent of its building, and is allowed to rent no more than Citizens crowd the Barry County Circuit Courtroom where the county board of commissioners held its meeting after revealing a proposed 2011 budget that called for the elimination of funding for all non-mandated services supported by the county such as the Michigan State University Extension, 4-H and more. After nearly a decade of battles and setbacks the Gun Lake Casino begins to emerge from its site on M-179 near Bradley. 49 percent. In the opinion of bank authorities, Commercial Bank’s Hastings operation does not require 12,000 square feet of space to operate efficiently. “We just don’t have enough bank to occupy 51 percent of this building; it’s just not feasible,” said Tim Kelly, who was named Commercial Bank Hastings community pres- ident in October. “We don’t have any bank facilities upstairs, and we only have a few See TOP STORIES, page 2 Review of rules, procedures will start new year for county board by David DeDecker Staff Writer The Barry County Board of Commissioners was met with concerns from a resident during its final meeting of the year, Tuesday morning. Tom Kobe of Dowling stepped to the podium for the first public comment. “It has been two years since the commission passed the TOST [Time of Sale or Transfer] ordinance. A very bad idea — just another way to fleece the property owners, as many pointed out on the first anniversary date, a year ago,” Kobe told the board. “It was pointed out that an ordinance like this would not have passed if it had gone for a public vote. It would have failed miserably. Commissioners, bear in mind, you are elected to manage county affairs in the interest of the property owners. The time is here to deregulate and make cuts. The people cannot afford a growing bureaucracy. “The main reason I am here today, is I am here to file a complaint about [Barry County Planning and Zoning Director] James McManus. Beginning about six years ago, I exercised my First Amendment right and made a statement,” he continued. “Since that time, Mr. McManus has violated my Fourth Amendment rights, harassed me, mocked me, threatened me and most recently attempted to intimidate myself and my wife, through the clerk administrator of the 56th District Court. I recommend, but remain short of demanding, his dismissal from employment with Barry County.” The board thanked Kobe for his comments and moved on to other business. Commissioner Jeff VanNortwick presenting a resolution stating, “We are honoring the Boy Scout Troop 108 from Banfield. Whereas the Boys Scouts of America are celebrating their 100th anniversary of the national organization’s founding in 2010. VanNortwick said the Banfield troop has served the community, making Barry County a better place to live through creating young, productive citizens, providing training to youth in leadership development, servicing others and building strong communities. This past fall, the Scouts spent many hours helping Historic Charlton Park in the devel- opment of a new interpretive trail at the park. Chairman Robert Houtman presented a resolution to honor outgoing Commissioner Michael Bremer for his dedication and service as commissioner for District 1, which includes Thornapple and Irving townships. As a commissioner, Bremer served on a variety of boards and committees, including the parks and recreation, facilities and property, personnel and human resources. He also has served on the Historic Charlton Park Board, Barry County Economic Development Alliance; Federal Emergency Management Agency; Middleville Local Development Finance Authority; Department of Human Services; and Wrap-Around. “... Bremer has always been a tireless advocate for the citizens, and especially for the children and seniors of Barry County,” read Houtman. “Therefore, be it resolved that the Barry County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the citizens, extends a heartfelt thank you to Commissioner Bremer for his leadership, service and dedication to Barry County and wishes him many happy years of continued service to the citizens of his district and all of Barry County.” Michael Callton, who has been elected a state representative, was not at the meeting and will be honored at a later date. VanNortwick presented fellow commissioners with a a set of rules, procedures and regulations. “I have submitted, on top for your review, some of the rules I feel should be amended for 2011,” he said. “It reflects some of the changes which are coming in the year and request that we discuss these as we need to update our rules pertinent to how we have structured ourselves. I would like to have the discussion at the organizational meeting. Should any of you care to add to this list, please do. And if you have any questions, by all means, talk with me.” In the packet, VanNortwick listed specific topics that he feels should be discussed by the board with greater clarity and transparency. He suggested consideration of commissioner experience and institutional knowledge in past service when making committee and other board assignments. With 24 com- mittee-of-the-whole meetings annually, and eight county commissioners, he proposed a change to allow each commissioner to preside over three committee-of-the-whole meetings each. Presently, the chairman of the board of commissioners presides over 24 board meetings and 24 committee-of-thewhole meetings per year. He also suggested a review the rules of conduct and procedures pertaining to conflicts of interest and that a commissioner who is duly appointed or reappointed by the board must receive a show cause for removal or replacement from that appointment. “I feel it’s an important time,” added VanNortwick, “As we take on the committee-of-the-whole for a second season. We had committed to ourselves that we would review the process. I would like to see the review and subsequent assignments to standing and liaison committees. I would like to make sure we have the opportunity to have that discussion, publicly, as we have a great responsibility to dedicate ourselves as an advocate to those boards and assignments.” Prior to this year, the board had operated under a standing-committee structure, in which the commissioners formed five committees that were largely responsible for creating motions, resolutions and ordinances that were later brought before the entire board for voting. Early this year, the board agreed to a committee-of-the-whole structure, with all commissioners meeting on the first and third Tuesdays of every month to discuss issues that previously would have been handled by the five separate committees. Now, issues discussed by the committee-of-the-whole are brought before the commissioners for voting during the board meetings on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. Bremer said, in closing, “It has been an eye-opening honor to have served a Barry County commissioner, being part of so many boards and commissions throughout the county for the last two years has been an experience like no other. The opportunity to meet and get to know the movers and shakers of Barry County has been the most rewarding See COUNTY BOARD, pg. 7 �Page 2 — Thursday, December 30, 2010 — The Hastings Banner TOP STORIES, continued from page 1 staff working in the basement.” “Banks are highly regulated. So the last thing they want us to be, is in another line of business which could put us at risk.” said Jeff Loomis, president of Commercial Bank West Michigan. “And that’s what we like about building to our specifications. Then we operate just as a bank. We don’t have to operate as a landlord. When you have a building of this size, you have to anticipate renting out the extra space. That’s a highly volatile business, especially in these times. And that’s not the kind a business a bank needs to be in. “We can’t generate enough income to support a building this size, just by banking. So, we are scaling the building back to what it needs to be — a bank building,” said Loomis. “So we can simply operate an efficient, quality bank. If someone were to look at the numbers, they would say ‘the right thing to do is tear down the building and build a new one.’ It just makes sense.” The plan is to meet with city planners in January and February and talk about specifics. Architectural drawings show a drive-through in the back, or the north side of building, near Apple Street. The new layout for the drive-through takes advantage of the new building’s length and provides more parking. Landscaping will provide the new facility with more lawn and green space. The bank sign will be moved to ground level where cars actually enter the property. “The new design will also clean up traffic flow. Right now traffic goes around and around the building, and they all get stuck in one place and don’t know which way to go,” said Loomis. “Since we talked to the City of Hastings last Thursday,” said Kelly, “I have had people coming into my office, and I have been showing them the architectural drawings and explaining what we want to do, and why. Most people understand. People like the idea of walking right in and not climbing all the stairs. The other factor is the drive-through being more user-friendly. The first window will be for commercial accounts.” Loomis added, “We exhausted other avenues for skinnying this present building, for renovating to meet our requirements. The construction of a new building is the only avenue that makes sense.” Kelly interjected, “We even looked at the possibility of someone buying the building and leasing space back to us. No one was interested, again because of the operating cost. “I am sure there will be people who question the project,” continued Kelly. “But if we can explain the economics of the project, it makes sense. The overhead of the building made MainStreet struggle, the size of the building plus some bad loans — they just couldn’t grow themselves out of the situation. It was definitely an issue,” said Kelly. During demolition and construction, a temporary banking office and drive-through operation will be at a Hastings location with plenty of parking. The total time for the transition to a new building will take approximately 100 days, said Loomis, starting early spring of 2011. The demolition company will recycle and reclaim much of the materials. “We want to get back to what we do best, and that’s banking,” said Loomis. “And it’s not the building that makes the bank, it’s the people,” added Kelly. “We have notified our tenants,” said Loomis, “We are trying to be as proactive and friendly as possible. Some tenants have Garbage is piled up outside the collection bins of the former recycling center, in the Hastings Industrial Incubator parking lot. already found new space. We will help them to find places to operate.” • In November it was announced that Thornapple Manor had stopped admitting new residents and is being fined until citations are resurveyed by the state and substantial corrections have been confirmed by the state surveyor. This story ranked No. 2 for 2010. The state issued citations to Thornapple Manor July 30 involving health care standard concerns that must be corrected within a given time period. “Every nursing home in the state has an annual survey by the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH),” said Jim DeYoung, Thornapple Manor administrator. “They send a team of surveyors in, and our survey ended on July 30. We received three ‘D level’ citations. We were ecstatic. That’s a great survey, because the average in Michigan is 11 citations. So we were quite happy with that.” Every facility that receives a citation by the MDCH must clear the citation within three months or a denial of Medicaid and Medicare payment is issued. If the citation is not cleared within six months, the Medicaid and Medicare license is revoked and a reapplication process begins. According to MDCH documents, the Thornapple Manor citations were “F level” which indicate substandard quality of care for the categories of quality of care, quality of life and resident behavior and facility practices. F level is a more severe scope, grouped with D and E level citations. The group of D, E and F is categorized as, “No actual harm with a potential for more than minimal harm, but not immediate jeopardy.” “A week later, we self-reported an incident. We are required by the state to do so,” said DeYoung. “We reported an incident where a nurse aide did a one-person transfer. According to the resident’s care plan, it was supposed to be a two-person transfer. The resident lost her balance, and both people went to the floor. The resident ended up breaking her ankle. So we also received a citation for that.” Citations for three other patients also were indicated for medication and documentation. “The state is supposed to come back within Fireworks light up the midway during the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. The pyrotechnic display was brought in to celebrate the festival’s 70th year. (Photo courtesy of Miller Photographic Studio) 60 days to check on compliance,” commented DeYoung. “They came back in and left on Sept. 24. They cleared only one of the three citations. So we had two citations remaining. The report is supposed to come back to us in 10 working days. We had not received it yet. So, I finally called the department wondering where it was, and was told it was in another department waiting for a letter which accompanies the report. The person I spoke to said they are short-staffed and didn’t know when we would get the report. So finally, another week went by, so I contacted another person in the department by e-mail, and asked them to check on the report. The next day I had the report so we could respond to it. That was Oct. 21. So we turned it around, and the very next day got our plan of correction back to the state. And we have been waiting for them to come back since that time.” “The standard language in the letter stated a distinct timeline, from July 30, we had until Oct. 30 to get in substantial compliance or they would issue a denial of payment for new admissions, meaning that anyone under Medicare or Medicaid, which is most of our business. If we admit people and the citations are not cleared, then we will not be paid for any of those services, no matter how long the resident stays here. If we admitted during this time and the resident is here for years, we would not receive payment for them,” said DeYoung. “Our six-month deadline, Jan. 30, is set in stone. All the paperwork is done. All that’s left is for the surveyors to come in an see that we are in compliance.” According to the MDCH as of Nov. 17, two citations from the Sept. 24 survey and one citation from Aug. 9 survey were still outstanding. Another citation from the Sept. 24 survey had been resolved. James McCurtis Jr. of the MDCH said Thornapple Manor has been in denial of payment for new admissions since Oct. 30. “That means they cannot admit any new patients on Medicaid or Medicare,” said McCurtis. “They will need to clear all three citations.” “I am not willing to take that financial risk,” said DeYoung. “We voluntarily quit admitting. They didn’t really tell us we couldn’t admit anyone. But they won’t pay for it if we aren’t cleared. So, that’s a big enough stick for me that I am not going to put the facility in jeopardy by admitting patients after that date. Our resident census is normally 135 beds, and we are down to 122 residents” The 13 beds in November were not filled due to the diversion of potential residents. The average cost for a resident per day is $250. So with 13 empty beds the cost to the facility is $3,250 per day on average. By midNovember, the total lost revenue was $55,250. In addition, fines of $250 per day have accrued since Aug. 9, totaling more than $35,000. The fines are billed and collected by the state, but are actually federal fines from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services. When asked if the Thornapple Manor situation was unusual, McCurtis added, “It is not unusual. Unfortunately, it happens quite a bit. Once is too much. Understand that there are good facilities out there, but unfortunately there are bad ones, too.” “Thornapple Manor has and will continue to provide the highest quality of care to its residents,” said DeYoung. “This is a common enforcement remedy that has been imposed This aerial view over the Thornapple River near the McKeown Bridge shows some of the improvements to the expanded county-owned park. on many facilities in Michigan. However, this facility takes any citation and enforcement very seriously.” Dr. James Atkinson, a retired Hastings physician, serves as the state-appointed vice chairman on the Barry County Department of Human Services (DHS) Board. “The state is not responding,” he told the Banner in early December. “When we asked where the issue stood, we were told the paperwork had been sitting on someone’s desk for three weeks. We were told they were understaffed and didn’t know when they would get back to us. We have been jumping through hoops. It makes me wonder how many other medical facilities in the state are waiting for answers. It’s despicable. We were told the citations were “D” level, when they were actually “F” level citations. Now, when a surveyor comes in for their review, a Barry County DHS Board member will be with them asking specific questions and demanding definite answers. [Lt. Gov.-elect] Brian Calley even sought answers from the MDCH, and from what I heard, he was told ‘It wasn’t his department’ and got no answers.” When contacted in early December, McCurtis, said, “At this time, there is nothing new to report on Thornapple Manor.” • The construction and eminent opening of the casino in Gun Lake took third in the top 10 stories. Construction continued through the winter. In July, the Gun Lake Tribe finalized financing of a $165 million loan to complete construction of the Gun Lake Casino. The funds enabled construction activity to reach full capacity. “Securing this loan is another significant achievement in our tribal government’s effort to become economically self-sufficient,” said D. K. Sprague, the tribal chairman. “This development ensures badly needed jobs and services for our tribal citizens and our neighbors in the local community.” The five-year loan was arranged in New York City by Goldman Sachs and has an interest rate of 12 percent. The tribe has the option to pay off the loan any time after the third year. “With this loan, we are confident we can quickly build a state-of-the-art facility that will be competitive with any casino in Western Michigan. We look forward to providing a great entertainment experience,” said Sprague. Station Casinos, the tribe’s casino management company, had advanced more than $53 million for the development of the casino by the end of 2009, according to documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The tribe had already made considerable progress on building the casino, Sprague said in July. The 83,000-square-foot facility was enclosed, and the on-site wastewater treatment plant was under construction. Roadwork to enhance freeway access to the site was nearly complete. That included widening of M-179 and exit lanes off US-131. Phase I is expected to create 600 direct jobs with a total average annual compensation package of approximately $40,000; 1,000 indirect jobs; and $30 million per year in direct purchases of goods and services, he added noting approximately 750 construction jobs will have been created over the course of construction. Over more than a decade, the tribe has overcome many delays caused by well-funded opponents and then a sharp downturn in the economy, said Sprague. Despite numerous obstacles, the tribe consistently achieved progress on opening the casino in every arena, whether legal, political or economic. Members of the Gun Lake Tribal Gaming Commission, Gun Lake Casino executives, construction workers and casino friends attended a milestone in the history of the Gun Lake Casino Tuesday morning, Dec. 7, as the first shipment of slot machines were delivered. Construction of the casino continues to move forward to prepare for its February 2011 opening. “The tribe has waited a very long time for the casino to come to fruition, and today marks one key step as we move toward the February 2011 opening,” said David Frankhouser, vice president and assistant general manager of the casino. This is a great event,” said John Shagonaby, chief executive officer of the Gun Lake Tribal Gaming Authority as the first of 1,400 slot machines were delivered in early December.. “The opening of the casino in February will bring a lot of excitement and growth to the area.” The casino also will feature 28 table games, a food court and a 225-seat café, along with bars, lounges and live entertainment. • Coming in fourth was the late-August announcement that Rep. Brian Calley of Portland, who had represented Barry County for the past four years in the 87th House District, was selected as running mate to the Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Snyder. The pair went on to win the Nov. 2 election. Before being tapped as lieutenant governor, Calley had been seeking the senate seat previously filled by term-limited Alan Cropsey. Earlier in August, he had won the Republican primary for that seat. A banker prior to seeking state office, Calley, 33, served as vice chair of the tax policy committee for the House of Representatives. He also sat on the health policy and banking committees. The former county commissioner and commercial loan officer said during his senate campaign that he ranked the economy, state government reform and state government efficiency as his top priorities. The MIRS 2010 Michigan Election Guide and Almanac reported that Calley is considered an expert on tax policy. Just two days after winning the election, the lieutenant governor-elect stopped by the Barry County Business Summit. “What a year it has been,” Calley told the crowd of more than 150 Nov. 4. “I met Rick Snyder a little more than a year ago when I was running for the state senate. I was quite surprised when he asked me to become his lieutenant governor. I have never looked back. It has been an exciting time leading up to winning the election this past Tuesday.” He told the group that Snyder and his team will have to lead with problem-solving and create an economic vision of the future. The state will have to come up with specific plans and goals, said Calley, adding that he expects a high level of support from a wide coalition. He added that solving Michigan’s problems is not impossible. Snyder, he said, wants to change the culture of state government. “We need to get away from the win/lose mentality that puts the east side of the state against the west, focuses on racial and ethnic difference, and we can no longer be a sliceand dice-state,” Calley said. “We are going to Continued next page Heavy September rains cause temporary closing of several streets, including West State Street in Hastings. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 30, 2010 — Page 3 Continued from previous page do this a different way. We will treat everyone with respect, whether people are from Houghton, Marquette, Niles or even downtown Detroit.” Calley said that since the election, he has heard from residents who said they are tired of fighting with no results. He said that the budget situation is difficult, but that the new team will be looking at measurable and tangible outcomes. They will not use a cookie-cutter approach. He added that the next governor is a man with a love for service, and that his management approach will be good for the state. Calley emphasized that he was not selected as lieutenant governor by Snyder for political reasons. “There are only about 6,000 voters in Portland, Michigan,” he said. He closed his talk saying, “This is going to be a challenge. It will be exciting and even a bit of fun.” • Fifth in the headlines for the year was the story about Pennock Hospital’s decision to not move from its present location on Green Street in the city of Hastings to a new site at the corner of M-37 and M-43 in Rutland Charter Township. The proposed construction of a new facility for Pennock Hospital was a frequent topic Rutland Charter Township board meetings in 2009, but declined early this year. However, at the April 14 meeting of the board, Jim Bob King reacts as a plaque honoring him and his late wife, Pudge, for their many years of service to the Barry County YMCA is unveiled at Camp Algonquin. Bill and Maggie Aukerman stand in front of one of the buildings on their 100-acre spread in Prairieville Township. In October, the Aukermans announced that they had sold the property on which they had hosted Prairieville Old Fashioned Farm Days for 32 years. Wincek, a representative of the Pennock Health Services, which owns Pennock Hospital, informed the board that it would be several years before the company builds a hospital in the township. “We are not at a place where we can actually afford the financing necessary for a new hospital at this time,” said Wincek, vice president of support services. “Nothing has changed in terms of the need for a new hospital; all of the things that drove the decision to want to build a new hospital all exist, and we have every intention of doing it.” Wincek’s announcement about the new hospital echoed a statement he made approximately five months before at a meeting of the Hastings Area Joint Planning Committee, where he informed members of the committee that plans for a new hospital had been put on “indefinite hold.” During the March meeting, Wincek explained that, while the net income Pennock Health Services earned during its 2009 fiscal year was positive, the company also experienced a loss in its revenue from operations that year. Revenue from operations is what primarily affects the company’s ability to borrow money or issue bonds, and Pennock Health Services would need to experience a positive net income in the area of its operations for at least one year before it would be able to engage in financial transactions that would allow it to build the new hospital, he elaborated. “It looks like this year, we’re going to break even,” he said. “It’s going to be a very close year this year. And to give you some relativity on that, we believe that we’re doing as well or better than any other hospitals our size in Michigan.” According to Wincek, 12 months is needed to complete work on the design of the new hospital, and approximately two years would be needed to construct it. “If we were to flip the switch today, say, ‘We’re going to do the new hospital today,’ it would be three years before the hospital opens,” he said. • In September, First Presbyterian Church of Hastings moved from the location where it served the community for more than 150 years to a new site on M-37 just north of Airport Road. The new facility was dedicated Sunday, Nov. 7. This story ranked sixth in the top 10 news stories of 2010. On Sunday, Sept. 12, the congregation began its worship in the old church on South Broadway, combining its contemporary and traditional worship styles. The congregation’s praise team provided the music in the old church building. After singing praise and giving God thanks for the 157 years the building served the congregation, Pastor Emeritus Willard Curtis, who served the congregation from 1960 to 1985, gave the final prayer. After the prayer, Pastor Jeff Garrison carried the cross down the aisle, followed by Elder Candace Holsted, who carried the pulpit Bible. The congregation followed, singing “God of the Ages.” Next, everyone drove to the new church where the congregation was greeted with the ringing of the bell, which was cast in 1855 and removed from the old church and installed in the new church bell tower. After everyone was seated, the congregation resumed singing “God of the Ages,” as Garrison and Holsted led the choir into the new sanctuary. Ford Model A automobiles are parked in front of the vintage service station at Gilmore Car Museum. The Hickory Corners museum will be the future home of a new Model A Ford museum which is slated for construction next year. Following introductions and prayers, Garrison preached a sermon titled “It’s All about Jesus.” Following the service, the congregation shared a light lunch in the new fellowship hall, following which a time capsule was placed into a wall, covered by a limestone block dated 2010. “It was great day for the transition weatherwise and it went very smoothly. We were very pleased with the event,” said Garrison, who added that he has heard nothing but positive comments about the church’s new home The new church has been in the planning for the past five years, and under construction for the last year and a half. Triangle Construction managed the project. “We broke ground in 2008 and began construction in late July 2009,” said Garrison. The facility features a larger worship area with modern sound and audio visual capability, a town hall-style gathering space, a gym/fellowship hall area that can seat 500, seven classrooms, a youth center, dedicated space for Noah’s Ark Preschool and Sunday school areas. Outside the “town hall,” there is a courtyard, from which trails lead around the congregation’s 34 acres. Future plans include a softball diamond and soccer fields. Other features of the sanctuary include rear projection screen in the front of the sanctuary that can easily be seen even in bright natural light. Another flat screen in the back of the sanctuary can be used as a prompter for the praise team and other worship leaders and another in the town hall, located just outside the sanctuary that can be viewed by overflow crowds, if needed. Video cameras mounted at various locations around the sanctuary can be operated remotely from the console that can be used to videotape weddings and other special events. Garrison said the church hopes the community will take advantage of First Presbyterian’s new location and use the facility as a venue for concerts and other gatherings. “We’re going to be in this church for 150 years, just like the old one,” said Ned Brown, who co-chaired the building committee. “This is top-quality construction that is built to last.” “We have been extremely blessed to have been able to do this, extremely blessed,” said Garrison. The iconic church at the corner of Broadway and Church streets near the county courthouse remains for sale. • Ranked seventh in the top 10 was Judge Gary R. Holman formally announcing his retirement from the 56th District Court bench. His 32-year tenure makes him the longestserving judge in the history of Barry County. Judge Holman’s six-year term runs until 2012; but his retirement will be effective Feb. 28, 2011. “There is nothing magic about this particular time to retire,” said Holman. “Sure, I have hobbies. I like to golf. I have eight and a half grandchildren, the ninth will be born in the next week or two. I have friends, eight or nine couples, in Arizona that have encouraged me See TOP STORIES, page 5 2011 RULES: 1. Parent(s) must be resident(s) of Barry County for at least six (6) months of 2010. 2. Parent(s) must notify The Hastings Banner by calling 945-9554 within 48 hours of birth. 3. Exact date and time of birth must be verified in writing by attending physician or midwife as being the first baby in 2011 born in Barry County. 4. Gifts must be claimed within 90 days with certification letter from the Hastings Banner. PRINTING PLUS BARLOW FLORIST & BARLOW CHRISTIAN BOOKSTORE Special Photo Package 109 W. State., Hastings Phone 945-5029 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings Phone 945-9554 • 945-9105 2 8x10, 2 5x7, 12 4x6 McDONALD’S 1215 W. State., Hastings Phone 948-8233 $25.00 Gift Card BOSLEY PHARMACY 118 S. 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New state leadership has opportunity to re-invent Michigan “2011 will be a growth year for us. We hope to encourage people to come out and be a part of it all. I look forward to being the chair on this exciting board for the Barry County Democrats.” Bob Dickinson, Barry County Democratic Party chairman “It is indeed an honor to be nominated as chair for the Barry County Democratic Party. As part of the new executive committee, we have a lot of work ahead of us,” Dickinson said. The party owns the Thomas Jefferson Hall, one of Hastings’ oldest buildings, and he said, “we hope to be able to utilize it as much as possible for the community. “My personal goal is to have two or more Democrats on the ballot for the next election, and to have the Barry County Democratic Party be able to support whoever it will be,” Dickinson said. “2011 will be a growth year for us. We hope to encourage people to come out and be Bob Dickinson a part of it all. I look forward to being the chair on this exciting board for the Barry County Democrats,” he said. Other members of the 2010-12 executive board are Rosemary Anger, Arthur Bishop, Bob Dwyer, Lynne Fisher, Mel Goebel, Casey McCarthy, Normajean Campbell Nichols, Eileen Oehler and Sue Reyff. The next meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 5 at the Thomas Jefferson Hall, 328 S. Jefferson St., Hastings. Questions may be directed to Bob Dickinson at 269/547-8973. Jones has best House voting attendance for past six years Rep. Rick Jones, R-Grand Ledge, who has been elected Senator for the 24th District, ended this House session with a perfect attendance record and no missed votes, he announced in a press release last week. During his three House terms totaling six years, Jones had perfect attendance every session day. Out of 5,383 votes taken over those six years Jones missed only one vote in 2005 on a minor amendment. He was in atten- dance, but in another room assisting on a bill. One member of the House missed 732 votes during the same time period. Jones has the best voting record in the House for that sixyear period. “My parents taught me to have a strong work ethic,” said Jones, “I never take vacation time when there is work to be done.” Voting records may be viewed at www.michiganvotes.org. It doesn’t seem like it has been 12 months since Hastings and Barry County ushered in the new year with the first annual ball drop held in downtown Hastings. It was a bitterly cold night, yet hundreds of onlookers filled the streets to ring in the new year. What they didn’t know then, but have a better understanding now, is that 2010 might end the decade as the turning point for Michigan and the nation to better times. What happened during the 2000s might be written up in history as the worst of times for the state and much of the country since the Great Depression. The decade saw a change in much of what most of us enjoyed here. For years, Michigan was known as an industrial giant, with jobs galore and an economic engine that was second to none. Today, however, our state suffers from a condition that could be called A Place That Many Once Called Home. According to recent statistics, Michigan was the only state to report a loss of population over the past 10 years, that’s a first in the state’s 173-year history. To change direction, the state must find a new way to re-invent itself. In fact, Gov.-elect Rick Snyder talks about beginning an exciting adventure together, one that will move us forward on a path for success toward a new Michigan. For the past eight years, Gov. Jennifer Granholm talked about a new Michigan, looking for new industrial sectors to help prop up our sagging economy, but she never managed to put the package together. She did travel the world, bringing some new industries to Michigan, but never on the level she touted when she took the job eight years ago. During her tenure as governor, Michigan lost more than 630,000 jobs and hundreds of manufacturing facilities, making it nearly impossible for her administration to regain our economic status. Due to the realities of the national economy and the problems we faced in Michigan, it might not have made any difference who occupied the governor’s office. Now, Snyder talks about re-inventing the state with new leadership, fresh ideas and a can-do approach to accomplish new goals. I think most of us were looking for a person with business experience and a plan to help us solve the problems we face in our state — a new direction and willingness to support his administration. According to Snyder, “Our economy has fundamentally changed, and there’s no going back to the way things were. We need new models for economic development, education, health care, central cities revitalization, environmental stewardship and more.” Looking back over the past 10 years, we see a decline in our standard of living, our economic stability and the position we held as a nation. The loss of industrial jobs, home foreclosures, the collapse of the auto industry and the banking crisis added to the malaise we felt as we looked at the world around us. Snyder wants to “overcome the win/lose mentality that stems from old geographic, political and racial divides. It’s time to move on, to adopt a positive attitude that leverages the many wonderful things this state has done, and will do again. It’s time to change our operating model to one of win-win.” It all sounds good. In fact, that was Granholm’s greatest gift. She’s a gifted communicator, easy to talk to and was able to travel the world and sell Michigan. Yet, politically she failed in moving the state to a different economic model. She allowed the old way of doing business and the inability to deal with public employee unions to block her chance to change the model to what she continued to call the “New Michigan.” Snyder’s vision for the state centers on what he calls “Michigan 3.0, the Era of Innovation.” According to Snyder’s website, his vision includes three key pillars. The first is a globally diverse economy that provides increasing prosperity to its citizens. The second is to provide a great quality of life by protecting Michigan’s natural resources and enhancing its central cities. The third pillar is to create an environment in Michigan that will not only allow our young people to stay, but will be one in which they’ll want to stay. We won’t know if Snyder’s new brand of leadership will work. So far, the people he’s selected for his administration bring a great deal of experience and come from both political parties. That’s a step toward the partisan battleground that has hindered recovery in the state and the country. Still, if voters expect measurable change, they must demand legislation that works for Michigan, not merely adding new laws and regulations bringing more government to our lives. If Snyder wants his plan to be successful, he will have to do a better job in rallying the state’s voters and get them involved in the process. Granholm and Snyder shared the lack of legislative experience going into the governor’s office. Snyder must hit the ground running as he forms a relationship with his new freshmen legislature. Hopefully, they can learn together the importance of good leadership (for the people, not the parties) and the willingness to support legislation necessary to get Michigan working again. Greet the new year by looking up downtown Don’t forget to attend this year’s second annual New Year’s Celebration in downtown Hastings – highlighted by a ball drop off the Walldorff Brew Pub at midnight. The festivities will include ice carvings, hot cocoa and coffee, a warming tent with face painting, a DJ Jon Anderson, The Thornapple Jazz Orchestra and illuminations. According to recent predictions the weather should be warmer than last year. Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Hastings gearing up for second New Year’s Eve celebration Once again on New Year’s Eve, the City of Hastings and the Downtown Development Authority are sponsoring a family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration from 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 31, until 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 1, at the intersection of State and Jefferson streets. This second annual event will feature a countdown and ball drop, pyrotechnic display, live music, ice sculptures, party favors, face painting and a warming tent. Hot chocolate will be sold by middle and high school band students. “I think the key word from last year was, ‘surprise,” said event chairperson Carl Schoessel. “Two things happened: people came earlier than we anticipated, and we had a lot more people come. We thought maybe a couple hundred people would show up, but we had close to a thousand. After last year’s celebration, we talked to a lot people; we asked what they liked and what they didn’t like, what we could do better and incorporated their suggestions into this year’s plans.” In response to the suggestions and last year’s turn-out, the planning committee has added a variety of new twists to this year’s festivities. Approximately a half-block of Jefferson and State streets will be closed to through traffic at approximately 7 p.m. and for the duration of the event, which will end after midnight. Those who can’t make the evening’s festivities may still enjoy some of the celebration earlier in the day. Starting around noon, John Merucci from Icescapes in Marshall will create five ice sculptures near the corner of Jefferson and State streets. The new ice sculpture exhibit, coordinated with help from the Thornapple Arts Council, will feature five sculptures sponsored by local businesses: The Bosley Med Bug, sponsored by Bosley Pharmacy; a foot sponsored by podiatrist David Mansky; and sculptures of as yet unidentified subjects sponsored by Co-Dee Stamping, Walker, Fluke and Sheldon; Hastings Fiberglass Products and Priority Collision Center. The painted wooden bases on which the sculptures will be placed were made by Hastings High School students in Jason Hoeffler’s wood shop classes. The warming tent is another new feature of the local New Year’s celebration. The 40-by60-foot tent, which will be set up between Gilmore Jewelers and Second Hand Corners, will be supplied by Two Brothers and a Tent. The tent interior will be warmed by a large propane heater from Diamond Propane. When the festivities start at 9 p.m., inside the tent members of the Hastings High School dance team will do face painting and Family Tree Medical Associates will provide party favors such as tiaras and 2011 sunglasses. Band students will be in the tent selling hot chocolate, Public Opinion: Responses to our weekly question. coffee and glow-in-the-dark bracelets. Disc jockey Jon Anderson will kick off the night at 9 p.m., followed by live music performed by the Thornapple Jazz Orchestra under the direction of Joe LaJoye on the main stage at 11:45 p.m. Schoessel said the celebration will feature an improved sound system. “The sound system we had last year would have been adequate for a crowd of a couple hundred but not for as many as we had turn out,” he said. “We have a bigger and better sound system for this year.” As the clock ticks toward midnight, emcee Dave McIntyre will turn the microphone over to Hastings Mayor Bob May to lead the countdown to the ball drop from the main stage “Just like Times Square, but without the high prices and pick pockets,” said Colleen Garber, the public relations chairperson for the event. The illuminated ball, which will descend from the roof of the Walldorff Brew Pub & Bistro, was designed and fabricated last year by students from Ed Domke’s drafting and industrial arts classes at Hastings High School under the supervision of adult volunteers from the community. Students will once again be on hand to operate the ball drop apparatus. The illumination and sound display that follow the ball drop will be provided by local pyrotechnic experts Jim Brown and Tom Katsul of Colonial Fireworks. The evening’s festivities will conclude with singing of “Auld Lang Syne” along with additional music by the Thornapple Jazz Orchestra. The Barry Area Chamber of Commerce is the overall sponsor of the event. For more information, contact Carl Schoessel 269-838-8407 or 269-948-8658. More information also is available at www.thornapplearts.org. The Hastings What are your New Year’s resolutions? Banner Devoted to the interests of Barry County since 1856 Hastings Banner, Inc. Published by... 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I am even planning on teaching a bridge class for Thornapple Kellogg Community Education.” James Richards, Hastings: “I usually try to keep my weight down and stay on top of it, I also like to run.” Virginia Collins, Hastings: “I’m going to save some money and pay off bills.” Classified ads accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Scott Ommen Teresa Allen Dan Buerge Chris Silverman Subscription Rates: $35 per year in Barry County $40 per year in adjoining counties $45 per year elsewhere POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: P.O. Box B Hastings, MI 49058-0602 Second Class Postage Paid at Hastings, MI 49058 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 30, 2010 — Page 5 TOP STORIES, continued from page 3 to come and visit. “I have been fortunate over the years. First, I was fortunate to be elected,” said Holman. “I have tried to do an honest, fair-square job, but I have really had the support of a lot of people. First of all the voters. And various people like Gordon Ironside, who was the first treasurer for my campaign. Good quality people who have helped me through the years, including my fellow judges. They shore you up and make or break you. If you aren’t getting that help or feedback, you end up suddenly on an island. It’s all been a team effort, from law enforcement officers, prosecutors and the board of commissioners over the years. It’s really been a combination of things that have come together. And, it has really been pleasant over the years.” Born in July 1942, Holman earned his bachelor of arts degree from Western Michigan University in 1966. He went on to Wayne State Law School and worked for the Michigan Supreme Court after passing the bar. In 1970, Holman started private practice, working as an independent contractor, prosecuting for the City of Portage. Holman was elected the first full-time Barry County prosecutor in 1976. “That came about in an unusual way,” said Holman. “I lived down in the Gull Lake area in Barry County, but I was working in Kalamazoo. Rae Hoare was my county commissioner, in Prairieville, and she called me and said, ‘We’ve created a full-time prosecutor’s office in Barry County, will you run?’ I told her somebody would be willing to run for the position. Then she said, ‘Well, I would kind of like it if you would.’ So I came up and explored it. Another candidate, Steve Miller, from the Gun Lake area got interested. I knew Steve from Kalamazoo, and we kind of talked back and forth until he said, ‘Why don’t you run?’ So I ran.” “Then two years later they created a third judgeship for the Barry/Eaton County area for a total of three judges. What was happening was two judges, on a rotating basis, would come to Barry County for two days a week. One judge on one day, then the other judge on the next day. So I ran for the third judge position when it came up,” he added. During his time in office, Holman led the transition of the district court from a part-time court connected with Eaton County to a fulltime court dedicated to Barry County. He presided over many changes in facilities, staffing and programs. His court handled in excess of 200,000 cases during his tenure, and the processes and policies he implemented allowed all of them to be resolved in a timely and thoughtful manner. Retired Judge Richard Shuster commented, “I have only praise for Gary Holman. As the Circuit Court judge I had a chance to review his work on a regular basis. He has done an excellent job and is a fine judge. Barry County is better because of him. I hope Gary has a happy retirement, he certainly has earned it.” Judge Holman was influential in the establishment of a unified court structure in Barry County, having drafted the agreement for establishment of the Barry County Judicial Council, which still serves as the foundation of the local court. The State Bar of Michigan recently recommended to the Supreme Court and Legislature that the Barry County system The apartment above Dick’s Barber shop on South Jefferson Street in Hastings was the first to be renovated in part through a grant from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. of governance serve as a model for the rest of the state, as local courts struggle to maintain adequate services with reduced resources. “They were looking for courts in Michigan to go through an experimental project of consolidation,” explained Holman, “And there was some grant money behind that. Ultimately, the first six areas selected included Barry County; the project being to see if consolidation of courts could make it more efficient for the people. We came up with a proposal, a plan. “To the best of my knowledge,” Holman added, “The feedback I have gotten, Barry County was one of the most successful consolidation projects. We have a judicial council, which runs by consensus, and we have never failed to reach consensus on anything which was proposed. We all get along reasonably well, we have differences of opinion and personality, but we work very well together. It does speed up the time in which a case can be heard. Any of the judges can hear the case, since we work well together. At one time, we called it the ‘Rocket Docket’ because if someone wanted to be heard, they could get a decision within a short period of time. It speeds the process up and saves the people of Barry County money. Holman says there have been many memorable cases brought before his bench. “There a quite a few. It’s tough to pick just one case. It wasn’t long after I started here that we had the case about the drive-in theater on M-37 which started showing pornography. It was regarded as obnoxious. People could see the movies from the highway, and they put up bright lights which distracted drivers. I had that case. It was an unusual case. The defendant had lawyers coming up from South Carolina. I don’t know how many porn cases are tried anywhere for any purpose,” said Holman. Holman said he has had excellent guidance throughout his career in Barry County and presided over many memorable cases. Always, he tried to be fair. “Not that I am always successful. I’m human,” he said. “It’s important that the people feel they got a fair shake, whether their criminal or civil litigants. They had a fair turn at the system, and it should be fair, and you can’t manufacture fairness. You have to live it.” • The local issue with recycling came in eighth for news stories in 2010. In March, residents in the city of Hastings had to start taking their recycling out of town to the Waste Management of West Michigan landfill at 1899 N. M-43 Highway. The next month, Hastings City Council approved a request from Waste Management and Les’s Sanitary Service to relocate the recycling containers, currently located near the Industrial Incubator on East State Street in Hastings, to the landfill. The council unanimously approved a motion to amend the city’s code of ordinances regarding recycling facilities to be provided by waste-collection companies. Previously, the ordinance required waste-collection companies operating in the city to “establish, at no cost to its customers, a recycling drop-off station within one mile of the Michigan and State Street intersection in the city of Hastings.” As amended, the city added the clause, “or any other location mutually agreed upon by the city council and the company.” Hastings City Manager Jeff Mansfield told the council that the waste-removal companies had made the request because there have been some issues at the current site including fewer Hastings Department of Public Service staff members to clean up the current site, a larger volume of recycling dropped off at the site, non-recyclable material being dropped off, traffic circulation at the site, and use by noncity residents, both commercial and residential. According to Mansfield, moving the recycling collection to the landfill would allow the waste-collection companies to better maintain and monitor the containers and how they are used. The move of the recycling center to the landfill limited its use to those who could provide identification proving they are residents of the city of Hastings and the hours of operation to 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday. Residents in the surrounding townships who had been using the recycling center have asked their township officials to work with city staff to come up with a recycling program that would serve the broader community. In mid-June, the county board of commissioners discussed the possibility of a countywide recycling program, but no plans were approved. • A fire in Middleville that destroyed two businesses was ranked ninth in the top 10. Financial FOCUS Furnished by Mark D. Christensen of EDWARD JONES Ring in some New Year’s financial resolutions Now that 2011 is almost here, you may want to make some New Year’s resolutions. Planning to volunteer? Go to the gym more often? Learn a new language? All worthy ambitions, of course, but this year, why not add some financial resolutions as well? __Which resolutions should you make? Here are a few ideas to consider: • Boost your retirement accounts. No matter how old you’ll be in 2011, one thing is certain — you’re a year closer to retirement than you were in 2010. And that’s why you’ll want to increase your contributions to your retirement accounts. If your salary is going up in 2011, boost the amount you defer for your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan, such as a 403(b) plan (if you work for a school or other tax-exempt organization) or a 457(b) plan (if you work for a state or local government). With tax-deductible contributions, taxdeferred growth of earnings and several investment options, these types of plans are tremendous ways to save for retirement. And try to “max out” your traditional or Roth IRA, too. • Look for opportunities. With the uncertainties in the economy and the volatility of the financial markets, many people decide to head to the investment “sidelines” for a while. Yet, this environment may actually be a good one for investors with patience, discipline and the ability to look beyond yesterday's headlines. For one thing, many quality securities are now good values. Also, we’re still seeing low inflation and low interest rates — factors that may lead to greater economic demand and improved strength in the financial markets. • Don’t over-react to market swings. Over the past few years, we’ve seen plenty of sudden, sharp swings in the financial markets, and you’re likely going to see more of them in 2011. Don’t over-react to either the “ups” or the “downs” of the market. Over-reacting leads to short-term thinking — and successful investors are the ones who can maintain a long-term perspective. • Rebalance when necessary. At least once a year, review and rebalance your portfolio, as necessary, to make sure it still reflects your goals, risk tolerance and family situation, all of which can change over time. • Reduce your debts. While the sluggish economy of the past couple of years has obviously been a cause of concern for everyone, we have seen one “silver lining” in that many people, concerned about over-spending, have shed some of their debt load. The less money you have to spend on your debts, the more you’ll have available to invest for your future, so do what you can to cut down on what you owe. • Maintain adequate cash levels. As an investor, you’ve got at least two good reasons for maintaining enough cash in your portfolio. First, having adequate cash available means you’ll be ready to act quickly to take advantage of good investment opportunities. And second, by having a cash cushion, you won’t be forced to liquidate long-term investments to pay for short-term needs such as a major car repair, a new furnace, a big doctor’s bill, and so on. By following these suggestions, you can position yourself to make progress toward your long-term goals in 2011 — and in all the New Years that follow. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553. STOCKS The following prices are from the close of business last Tuesday. Reported changes are from the previous week. Altria Group 24.75 -.50 AT&T 29.23 +.16 CMS Energy Corp 18.76 -.39 Coca-Cola Co 65.36 -.13 Dow Chemical Co 34.38 +.30 Exxon Mobil 73.42 +.70 Family Dollar Stores 49.59 +.41 First Financial Bancorp 19.13 +.34 Flowserve CP 117.87 +.36 Ford Motor Co 16.73 -.26 Intl Bus Machine 145.71 -.03 JCPenney Co 32.55 -1.17 Johnson & Johnson 62.05 -.29 Kellogg Co 51.15 +.04 McDonald’s Corp 76.43 -.43 Pfizer Inc 17.59 +.21 Sears Holding 70.02 +1.91 Spartan Motors 6.47 -.27 TCF Financial 15.12 +.74 Walmart Stores 53.74 +.09 Gold $1405.23 +20.33 Silver $30.25 +.94 Dow Jones Average 11575.54 +42.38 Volume on NYSE 522M -238M The second fire in less than three years in downtown Middleville claimed two businesses during the evening Tuesday, July 27. The blaze started on the first floor of Middleville Pro Hardware and then spread into Westen’s Carpet store next door, said Dave Middleton, Thornapple Township Emergency Services chief. An individual reported smoke coming from the hardware store at 210 E. Main St. after 9 p.m., followed by a report from an automatic fire-sensing device. The blaze was so hot, Middleton said, that firefighters were not able to enter the building right away. Middleton estimated that between 200,000 and 300,000 gallons of water were used to fight the blaze overnight. He said that the fire was knocked down and under control by about 3 a.m. Wednesday, July 28. Merchandise in the store, such as firearms and ammunition, as well as lawn chemicals, initially did not pose difficulty for firefighters. However, ammunition did go off late Wednesday morning. Firefighters were not impacted by the ammunition, but representatives of U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms went to the site to investigate. Because of construction of the building, the structure was “tagged,” meaning that firefighters could not enter the building, according to Middleton. The building, which once housed the former Central Garage, was an older building with no suppression, or sprinkler, system. Some reports said it was built in the early 1900s. Middleton said the community came out to assist the firefighters with food and beverages. Some nearby restaurants provided a place to eat, rest and cool off, while others delivered food and drinks. Eight area fire departments helped battle the blaze, including Hastings Fire, Yankee Springs, Freeport, Caledonia, Orangeville, Wayland, Leighton and Dutton. The cause of the fire was later determined to have been electrical. • Rounding out the top 10 was the Bill and Maggie Aukerman’s decision to sell their 100acre property in Prairieville Township, which had been the site of Prairieville Old Fashioned Farm Days for 32 years. The annual Labor Day Weekend event featured classic country music, old-fashioned farming demonstrations and other farm-related activities. “It’s been a long road, but I never thought there would be an end to it,” Bill said. “It was just plain fun. ... I guess there comes a time in everybody’s life when you have to make the change. If this was our time, I guess we have to accept it. You don’t want that time to come, but it happens. I never thought it would happen to me because I just did everything I wanted to do as fast as I wanted to do it, worked as hard at it as I wanted to and enjoyed it so much. I enjoyed working with the people and talking with them. “The only thing I hope and pray about is that I hope we did something good in the community over the years. I hope it’s going to be something that people can remember. We tried our best. We gave everything we had to do it,” he said. The countless people he has met is what 76year-old Bill said he will miss the most. Maggie, 74, said she’ll miss getting up at 5 a.m. to help prepare the country breakfasts, which were served every morning during Farm Days. Due to Bill’s health, the sagging economy and the aging of many volunteers and attendees, the Aukermans made the difficult decision to end the annual Farm Days celebrations by selling their farm, located on the corner of Milo and Parker roads. The sale was finalized Oct. 30 to John and Williemina VanderDussen. “They will be farming it, keeping agriculture alive,” Bill said of the VanderDussens. “They are very good neighbors.” Previously, for about four years, the Aukermans had their farmland listed for sale as a “show grounds to keep it like Prairieville Farm Days, but there was no bidding ... no buyers,” Maggie said. “The kids who are growing up today are not interested in this type of thing. They are interested in the electronic world ... It’s really a shame that we can’t keep what we wanted to keep going: Honoring old-time agriculture – how our grandpas started and using that same equipment that they used,” said Bill. “... What we were doing was becoming a thing of the past.” The Michigan Farmers Hall of Fame, which the Aukermans founded in 1982 will continue at least as long as he’s alive, Bill said. Over the years, more than 200 farmers and their wives have been inducted into the Farmers Hall of Fame, the only organization of its kind in the United States. “We will continue honoring farmers and their wives for what they have done for Michigan agriculture. That’s very, very important. Feeding our world today is a big thing,” Bill said. The Farmers Hall of Fame building is located on three acres of land, adjacent to the farm, which the Aukermans deeded over to the nonprofit Michigan Farmers Hall of Fame many years ago. An auction at the Aukermans was held Oct. 25. Buildings once essential to the character of Farm Days, such as the historic Milo church, the ice cream parlor, and all types of antique farm equipment and farm machinery and many other items, were on the auction block. Attendance at Prairieville Farm Days started plummeting in recent years, even though more kids attended because of more kid-oriented activities like the golf cart rodeo, the rooster pull, garden tractor pull, pie-eating contest, games and more. “Regardless, I don’t think there was any show any place (this year) that made a record, from what I’ve heard. This year we had three days of rain and cold weather. That hurt us a little bit. Sunday was a good, good day and the Monday morning breakfast was one of the largest breakfasts we have served in quite awhile. “... When you used to have 1,100, 1,200, 1,300 campers out there and you got down to 400 or 500, you know what has happened,” Bill said. “Every year, we are losing a lot of the older folks.” The cost of operating the 100-acre show grounds has skyrocketed, including maintenance for the 33 buildings and insurance. He said there weren’t any funds to build the Michigan Farmers Hall of Fame, “so we had to build that out of our own pocket and piece it together and watch it come together over the years. “To me agriculture is the important thing in of our lives. I was born with it on the farm,” said Bill, a former dairy farmer and Korean War veteran. “I could see how hard my dad worked as a young boy and my grandpa. Everything was done by hand. That was part of the idea behind the Farmers Hall of Fame. The idea to honor farmers was seeded when he was listening to a radio program about football players being inducted into the Football Hall of Fame. He thought farmers should be honored as heroes, too. “We’re so glad we could get that going and get it established. Every year we induct farmers,” Bill said. “We tried to give the people a good, clean place to come to, and a beautiful to come to – something they could always remember,” he added. “I’m hoping that we accomplished that.” “With all the headaches there were to get this started, I never gave up. I didn’t care what they said ...” he said. “I have no regrets; it’s been a lot of fun,” Bill said. “We’ll probably miss it when this time comes around next year, but then maybe I won’t.” Other top stories for 2010 were embezzlement charges against former Hastings airport manager Jason Blair, which were later dropped when Blair agreed to repay the outstanding debts; creation of the Barry County Animal Control advisory board; a recall election in Prairieville Township: Hastings Mutual Insurance Company celebrating 125 years; creation of the Finkbeiner/Crane Road Bridge; Lake Odessa receiving more than $580,000 to construct a building to house a farmers market; schools cutting budgets, filing for federal Race to the Top funds and seeing numerous retirements; former county commissioner brought up on animal cruelty charges; local residents and groups aiding victims of the January earthquake in Haiti; an outbreak of Eastern equine encephalitis, with Barry County reporting the state’s highest numbers; expansion plans at the Gilmore Car Museum; installation of a sewer system in Carlton Township; new pavilion and utilities at Bob King Park; heist of a semi-trailer and contents totaling $100,000 from a Hastings parking lot; and improvements to the McKeown Bridge Park. Please note our special HOLIDAY HOURS: Friday, December 31st New Year’s Eve Day – Close at 5 pm Saturday, January 1st New Year’s Day – CLOSED 150 W. Court Street (269) 945-9535 HastingsCityBank.com Hastings City Bank Member FDIC ATM and Online Banking is available 24 Hours a Day! 06736517 �Page 6 — Thursday, December 30, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Winter review: 2009-10 had fewer snowy months According to the National Weather Service, the winter of 2009-10 in Michigan was variable throughout the season as well as across different parts of the state. Southern Lower Michigan experienced a fairly typical winter with temperatures and snowfalls that were close to averages. According to Dave McIntyre, who operates a National Weather Service station in Hastings, Barry County temperatures also were average and the county received 70 inches of snowfall from September 2009 through April 2010, with most of that having fallen by the end of February. Average seasonal snowfall for the area is 72 to 74 inches. Farther north, across Northern Lower Michigan and into Eastern Upper Michigan, dry winter conditions led to most locations having one of their least snowy winters on record. Many of those locations recorded their top five snowless winters, including the least snowy winter on record in Gaylord. Across the rest of the Upper Peninsula, temperatures were most noteworthy with a Worship Together… 77552705 ...at the church of your choice ~ Weekly schedules of Hastings area churches available for your convenience... GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Fellowship Time before the service. Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training. SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry. Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship Service 10:45 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Service 7 p.m. Christas Eve Worship 6 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Paul Osborn, Minister of Music; Josh Maurer, Youth Pastor. Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for all ages,10:30 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service, Jr. & Sr. High Groups. Wednesday, Family Night 6:30 p.m., Awana, Bible Study, Praise and Prayer. Call Church Office 948-8004 for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries. WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 95, Woodland, MI 48897 • 367-4061. Reverend Jim Fox. Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m., Sunday School 11 to 11:30 a.m. PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead. (616) 758-3021 church phone. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m. HASTINGS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 904 Terry Lane, Hastings (or on the corner of Starr School Road and Terry Lane.) Phone: (269) 945-2170. Pastor Michael Wise. www.hastingssda.com Sabbath (Saturday) School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:50 a.m. Mid-week meetings informal study and prayer service, Wednesdays 7 p.m. Youth ministry clubs, Adventurers for pre-school to 4th grade students and Pathfinders for 5th grade students through high school, meet on the first and third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and first and third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. respectively. WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen. Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information. CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD A full gospel church. 1240 W. State Rd., Hastings. Pastor Doug Davis. 269-948-9740. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m. Sunday School and Youth Group for all ages. Come and worship the Lord with us! ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. OrangevilleBaptist. org. Sunday - 9:45 a.m. Children, teen and adult Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. Junior and Senior High Word of Life Clubs. Tuesday - 9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 4 yrs. old through 6th grade Word of Life Clubs; 7 p.m. Prayer together; 9 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. Beginning Sunday, Dec. 5 at 10 a.m. and continuing through the last Sunday in February: “Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace - The Peacemaking Church.” Sunday, Dec. 19 at 11 a.m. Christmas message and music. Sunday, Dec. 19 at 6 p.m. ‘Come As a Child” Christmas program. COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Phone 269-721-8077. Rev. Kim-berly A. Tallent. 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Praise Worship Service; Noon alternate weekends Youth Group Tuesday. Covenant Prayer Group, Wednes-day 6:30 p.m., Choir Practice. Thursday 7 p.m. Praise Band Practice. 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7 p.m. Christ’s Quilters. Friday 6:30 p.m., CPRChrist’s Plan for Recovery (meal served). For more information small groups, special evnts or if you have a prayer requst, call the church office and see postings on WEB site: www.countrychapel. umc.org. SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving). Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-795-2370 and the rectory number is 269-948-9327. Our church website is http:// trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services. HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269-945-4995. Church Website: www.hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269-818-0007. Church Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church. Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May). Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting. Thursday 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study. VOICE OF REVIVAL A full gospel church. 13028 Banfield Rd., Banfield, MI. Sunday services 11 a.m. Pastor Kenneth McCabe. 269-945-5706. HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are MondayThursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Worship, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship. Sunday School for PreK-2nd and 3rd-5th and Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. The Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. LIFEGATE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting in the community room of Commercial Bank, 629 W. State Street, Hastings, MI. Pastor Scott Price. Phone: 269-948-0900. Website: www.lifegatecc.com. P.O. Box 273, Hastings, MI 49058. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Wednesday life group 6:30 p.m. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616-731-5194 or -517852-1806. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West. Pastor Ken Vaught. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-9459121. Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Pastor of Senior Adults and Visitation, Don Brail. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. for children, youths and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Pioneer Clubs, age 4th to 5th grade, and Junior High Youth Group, 6th-8th grade. Thursday: 10 a.m. Senior Adult Discussion and 11:30 a.m., lunch at Wendy’s. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 405 N. M-37, Hastings, MI 49058. (269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services: 10 a.m. Combined Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blog spot.com. Thursday - 6 p.m. Men’s Basketball; 6 p.m. Coffee Break for Choir, Choir Practice.. Friday - 9 a.m. Pickleball. Wednesday - 5 p.m. Picckleball 770 Cook Rd. Hastings 945-9541 945-4700 1351 North M-43 Hwy. Hastings 945-9554 Ray L. Girrbach Owner/Director Girrbach Funeral Home 328 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 • 269-945-3252 118 S. 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Serving Hastings, Barry County and Surrounding Communities for 42 years Fiberglass Products 945-2471 driest November on record. The combinations of the warm and dry air led to the least snowy November in Michigan’s history. December saw a return of winter weather to the state. Only one storm had a great impact on the state, and that storm may have been the worst of the entire winter season. The storm system moved from Chicago to the Straits area Dec. 8 and 9 and produced widespread snow across the state. Behind the storm, were strong winds with gusts up to 65 mph. The gusty winds continued into Dec. 10 and 11, ushering in colder air that triggered heavy lake-effect snows. Blizzard conditions were reported across the U.P., Northern Lower and the lakeshore counties of Southwest Lower Michigan. By the time the snow ended, snowfall totals ranged from 12 to 28 inches across the much of the state outside of Southeast Lower Michigan. Dance team will entertain at half-time The Hastings High School Dance Team will return to perform during half-time of the Hastings High School varsity basketball game against Thornapple Kellogg Friday, Jan. 7. Other performances will be during half-time of the varsity boys home games Feb. 18, and Feb. 25. This is the fourth year of the student-run organization, which receives help and guidance from coaches Jennifer Johnston, Colleen Garber and Lori Schneiderhan. Step-N-Time Dance Studio, the high school staff and athletic program also support the team. This information on worship service is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churches and these local businesses: 1401 N. Broadway Hastings top 15 warmest winter on record. The U.P. also experienced some drier conditions along with the warm temperatures, which led to below normal snowfall. The start of the winter season highlighted the variability that was to come. October was cold and wet across the state. The cold air arrived behind a strong cold front Oct. 6 to 7 which caused the winds to gust in excess of 60 miles per hour. More than 150,000 customers lost power during the wind event. The first significant snowfalls fell across the U.P. Oct. 12 to 13. Much of Central and Northern Lower Michigan, and the U.P. had one of their coolest and wettest Octobers on record, including a top five placement for Marquette. Then, like a switch, November warmed up and dried out for the entire state. Nearly all locations in the state recorded a top 10 warmest and top 10 GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH 2nd Sunday after Christmas, Jan. 2 - Worship 10 a.m. NO SUNDAY SCHOOL. Men’s and Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00; Women’s Al-Anon 7:00. 239 E. North St., Hastings. 269945-9414 or 945-2645; fax 269945-2698. Pastor Amy Luckey. http://www.discovergrace.org COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Gerald Finney, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-9482673 for additional information. Lauer Family Funeral Homes Stagecoach Park in Middleville is blanketed with several inches of snow in February 2009. Snowfalls that month ranked among the top 10 recorded in the month of February. (File photo by Patricia Johns.) Very little significant winter activity was noted in January across the entire state as the storm track across the United States missed Michigan. One strong lake-effect event occurred at the beginning of the month from Jan. 1 to 3. Areas closest to the Lake Michigan and Lake Superior shorelines received 6 to 18 inches of snow. That storm track started to impact Southern Lower Michigan in February. Three storms had a major impact on the southern part of the state. Feb. 9 to 10, a strong storm moved through the Ohio Valley region, dropping six to 12 inches of snow along a line from south of a Muskegon to Bay City. Behind this storm, winds gusted to 30 mph, creating widespread blowing and drifting snow. Many multi-vehicle accidents were reported along the intestate highways, including one that closed I-94 for several hours. Perhaps one of the more significant impacts of this winter storm was that it occurred on the state’s winter Count Day, used to determine funding for public school systems. Other February storms hit Southern Lower Michigan Feb. 21 to 22 with four to 10 inches of snow along and south of a Muskegon-toPort -Huron line, and Feb. 23 to 24 when a cold front interacted with lake-effect snows to produce two to five inches of snow across most of Southern Lower Michigan. One area that had the heaviest lake-effect snow extended from Ludington to Muskegon to Grand Haven, and left that area with a storm total of six to 10 inches of snow. When February ended, all reporting stations in Southern Lower Michigan reported a top 10 snowiest February in the record books. March is typically a winter month for Michigan, averaging nearly as much snow as other winter months. This was not the case in 2010. March was another warm and dry month, with most locations placing in the top 15 warmest and driest Marches, including the warmest in Marquette history. Marquette only recorded .3 inches of snow, making March 2010 the least snowy March in their records. In fact, the entire state barely saw a flake of snow the entire month, placing all reporting stations in their top 10 least snowy Marches. That warm pattern continued through the rest of the spring. However, there were still a couple of rounds of colder weather when the central and western portions of the U.P. received four to 10 inches of snow from two different snowstorms. The first was on April 7 and 8, and the other was during Mother’s Day weekend, May 7 and 8. Since September 2010 Barry County has only received 10.3 inches of snowfall. However, McIntyre reports that the National Weather Service is predicting colder temperatures this season and slightly above average snowfall, with the possibility of significant snowfall in January, February and March. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 30, 2010 — Page 7 The clogging barn on Johnson Street is hosting a New Year’s event with a potluck at noon followed by a jam and dance starting at 5 p.m. and lasting as long as the participants and hosts agree. The Ionia County Genealogy Society will meet Saturday, Jan. 8 at 1 p.m. at the Freight House. This is the first meeting of year 15. The library will be open until 5 p.m. Visitors are always welcome. Lakewood Veterinary service has moved from M-50 at Eaton Highway to W. Tupper Lake Street across from the livestock auction. The building now is in use was formerly the L.E.A.P. building and later Lighthouse Sportswear. Ron and Christine Cunningham came home from Georgia for Christmas with their daughter Jacqueline and also her parents, the Ed Millers of Bellevue. Ron is manager of a music store that deals in choral and band music. He was transferred there from the Grand Rapids store where he had worked for many years. Bernice Hamp spent the weekend with her son Allen and wife at Leslie. Other guests were their children and grandchildren, the German exchange student living with Al and Mary, plus another German girl living with a Hamp son and family. In conversation, the two German students discovered that their homes are about 40 miles apart back home. The Hamps have hosted many exchange students. Mary was coordinator of the exchange program for many years. People who attended Central United Methodist Church Sunday had extra music to enjoy. Not only did the chancel choir sing “A Noel Proclamation” but the sermon in music included a carol sung by the Klynstra family, a quartet of bell players, a Reiser family trio, a duet by Kathy Good on flute and husband Glenn playing bassoon and a Hemming duet with Lynsey playing guitar singing with her father, John. The congregation sang other carols, as well. Elaine Garlock hosted her family Friday afternoon. They visited from scattered points with grandson Brian Garlock from Norfolk, Va., where he is the new video coordinator for the Norfolk Admirals hockey team, his brother David from West Virginia where he works on oil well drilling, son-in-law Michael Morse from Omaha, the rest of his family from Galesburg and the others from Grand Rapids, Okemos and the Lakewood area. Most of them attended the Christmas Eve service after their early morning meal. The Robert Kruisengas hosted members of their family on the weekend, with Rob and Laura Kruisenga and twin daughters from Grand Rapids, Indy and Michael Ranks and daughter from Traverse City, and daughter Karen and husband Tom Corneilius from Phoenix, Ariz. Same and Kate Strater and son spent the weekend with parents Earl and Sally Strater. John and Teri Catt have left for warmer climates in Arizona. Lucille Meyers has had a double loss. Two weeks ago her brother William Heintzelman of Grand Rapids died and since then her husband Wesley Meyers Sr. passed away Dec. 22. His funeral was to be Tuesday in Sunfield. Christmas Day, Delos and Sue Johnson entertained their family from both south and north. Dan and Pam with two sons came from Niles. Son Mark with wife Jeanne, Craig and Deanna came from Lake City. The grandsons are all in college now. Stunning vistas can have a price But Colgan also had a refreshing sense of personal accountability concerning his situation. “When you live up here, you should accept the responsibility of dealing with nature.” The recent California flows were triggered by amazing rainstorms. By the end of the period, downtown Los Angeles was close to setting a record for the wettest December in 120 years, getting more than seven inches of rain in seven days. For a dry part of the country, that’s a stupendous total. Actually, for pretty nearly anywhere, it’s an impressive number. As the storm moved inland, it brought many feet of snow to higher elevations and continued farther, providing white holidays to people more than a thousand miles away from California. The geologic factors that add to the dangers of debris flows in the West are steep slopes and loosened soils and rocks. Canyon walls are exceedingly steep, so it’s no surprise to geologists that they move downward when gravity overcomes a slope’s ability to hold itself up any longer. Bits of rock and soil then start heading downhill, and they can move as fast as a car on a highway. Other factors also increase the chance of debris flows. Forest fires remove vegetation that helps hold a slope together. So fires in the West in the summer add to the possibilities of mudslides and debris flows in the winters to come. Human activities such as cutting down brush and trees has the same effect. Knowing where debris-flow problems are likely, we could choose not to build on land that’s subject to frequent problems. That’s the logic of some zoning regulations. But people are often willing to risk the safety of their houses for the amazing views that canyons, bluffs and hillsides give them. They feel it’s better to have a shining palace that may not be permanent than a mundane house in a safer part of the world. Perhaps there’s a poet born every minute. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard universities. Follow her online at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Natural and Resources Sciences at Washington State University. Police Chief Jerry Sarver stood in front of the board to give his report, saying that the New Year’s Eve ball drop preparations are well underway. Parking will be prohibited near Jefferson and State streets from 7 p.m. until the celebration ends. The Thornapple Arts Council’s lease will GRAND RAPIDS, MI - Portia Jane Miller, of Grand Rapids and formerly of Hastings, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, at the age of 82, after courageously facing many critical illnesses. She was born Feb. 2, 1928 in Saginaw and lived in the Hastings area over 45 years, where she was a long time employee of Pennock Hospital. Portia enjoyed fishing, sewing, reading, crocheting, cooking, traveling and most of all spending time with family and friends. She also enjoyed attending Hope United Methodist Church, Hastings. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert H. Miller. Surviving are her children, Susan (and the late Eldon) Oaks of King George, VA, William Miller of Retsil, WA and JoAnne (Kendall) Tobias of Hastings; brother, Warren (Evelyn) McLaury of Hastings; six grandchildren, Samantha Oaks, John (Natalie) Oaks, Marvin (Dawn) Tobias, Heather (Joe) Gore, Sarah (Andrew) Boness and Amy Tobias; and seven great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011 at Hope United Methodist Church, the corner of M-79 and M-37 (1 mile south of Hastings). Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and the funeral will be at 4 p.m. with a luncheon to follow. Pastor Richard Moore officiating. Arrangements made by Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. To share a memory or tribute to Portia please visit www.danielsfuneralhome.net benefit of being a commissioner. There is much work yet to be done. I would ask that you remember you are here to serve the people of Barry County and not the government. Our decisions must be made on what is best for our residents, the residents of our jurisdiction, and not what’s best for the bureaucracy. Barry County is a state and national leader in many aspects of community and government. I pray that you continue to serve with integrity and fairness. Let’s keep Barry County the best example of what a focused and driven team of dedicated leaders can accomplish. “My proudest moment, is having been the one to suggest we open our meeting with prayer. I would suggest, or I would hope, you would maintain that tradition at the county commission office. I think that potentially ruffling the feathers of a few residents is worth the risk, as opposed to not praying and asking continued divine guidance.” The board’s organizational meeting is scheduled for Jan. 4, at 10 a.m., with the first committee-of-the-whole meeting for 2011, at 11 a.m. A joint planning meeting will be held Jan. 17, at 7 p.m., at the Ever After Lounge on North Michigan Street. Gerald Fisher, Jim McManus, Jim Carr and Jeff Mansfield will present the Rutland and Irving townships’ development agreement. The meeting was officially scheduled as a board workshop. The next board of commissioners meeting is Tuesday, Jan. 4, at 9 a.m., on the top floor of Barry County Courthouse. “Your repair dollars go further at” • Donald Philip Humphreys Portia Jane Miller COUNTY BOARD, continued from pg. 1 “ S t r etchi n g ” be up at Fish Hatchery Park soon, and the council is not planning to renew it. Representatives asked the city for an extension to allow the arts council time to move out of the building with convenience. No one on the board showed an opposition toward the idea. Area Obituaries DELTON, MI - Donald Philip Humphreys, age 80, of Delton, passed away Dec. 22, 2010 at Borgess Hospital surrounded by his wife, children and grandchildren. Donald was born Sept. 5, 1930 in Philadelphia, PA, the son of J. Benigno and Dorothy (Humphreys) Diaz. He was Past District Governor of Rotary District 6360 2000-2001. Donald retired from Clark Equipment. He married the love of his life Dorothy Thomas Sept. 3, 1949 who survives. Also surviving children, Joyce (Gary) Gibson, Cindy (Dave) Chamberlin, Val (Larry) Osborne, Derek (Renee’) Humphreys and Jill (Rick) Steele; 16 grandchildren; five great grandchildren; brothers and sisters; Dottie (Geno) Filippini, Philip (Jackie) Diaz, Paul (Nancy) Diaz, Ben (Francine) Diaz, Mary (Joe) Pitonak, Liz (Harry) Arnold and Simone Piccari and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, James Ewing. At his request cremation has taken place. A memorial service was held Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010 at the First Presbyterian Church in Richland. The family suggests memorial contributions may be made to the Rotary International Polio Fund or the First Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund in Richland. Friends may share a memory online at: www.avinkcremation.com. Arrangements by Avink Funeral Home Cremation Society, Schoolcraft. Marriage Licenses Matthew Thomas Brown, Ramsey, IL and Jaimie Lynne Fales, Delton. Kyril S. 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It’s so short you can memorize it right now and always have it at your disposal when you consider news of storms and their destruction. “Safe upon the solid rock the ugly houses stand: Come and see my shining palace built upon the sand!” The poet was Edna St. Vincent Millay. Her lines always come to my mind when heavy rains ravage the West and homes, bridges and roads are swept away by mudflows and flash floods. The poem seemed apt when California recently experienced torrential rains that triggered debris flows in canyons. Cascading down the steep hillsides, boulders, trees, mud and water flowed rapidly, imperiling houses and those who lived in them. As usual, there were reports from the people who had built houses exactly where we geologists would predict the debris flows would be the worst. They had traded safety for the stunning views of living in the steep canyons of southern California. In so doing, they had not built upon the rock, but on the sands of impermanence. When the land above their houses started to move, they instantly knew the significance of their choices. “When you hear the boulders going ‘Bang, bang, bang,’ you know there’s going to be problems,” canyon resident Steve Eighart told the Los Angeles Times. Rapidly moving boulders are, indeed, your first clue you’re in deep trouble. That’s because boulders and other large objects like logs are at the front or “ head” of the flow as it comes downhill. Behind that are finer materials such as sand and then a great deal of muddy water. In some parts of southern California, authorities have built large depressions in the land called catch basins. They are meant to contain debris flows that reach them. Some basins have screens built in to stop large objects such as boulders while allowing the watery part of the flow to continue downhill. Mike Colgan, who has lived in Orange County’s Silverado Canyon for 30 years, said he was impressed by recent events. “This is only the second time I’ve seen this much debris flow, and it’s the first time I’ve seen it happen so quickly,” he told a reporter. by Shannon Cornett Staff Writer Hastings City Council members voted 5-3 at their meeting Tuesday, Dec. 28, to cancel Mayor Exchange Day for 2011. The annual event in May brings together officials from Hastings and a comparable city or township to share ideas and fellowship. The council voted to call off the event this year due to save money The council also approved parking for the new downtown Hastings apartment located at 112 1/2 S. Jefferson St. The new apartment that was refurbished this year was a topic of discussion, the council considering approval of a downtown parking permit application for the resident who recently moved into the residence above Dick’s Barber Shop. The motion to approve the permit until Dec. 31, 2011, was carried unanimously. The council also had a second reading by City Manager Jeff Mansfield of an ordinance that deals with rezoning parcels along the north side of West Green Street between South Broadway and Jefferson streets from an residential (R-2) zoning to an apartmentoffice (A-O) zoning. The rezoning, which was approved by the council, will allow for the R-2 areas to be converted to an apartmentoffice. Of the four rezoned parcels, only one will be affected, allowing the owner of the former American Legion building to show cabinetry in that building. Invoices brought to the board were $12,713 to M.C. Smith for the Riverwalk project, $5,012 to USALCO for liquid aluminum sulfate, $11,320 to Barryman Equipment Company for a blower rebuild, transport and install, $7,681 to Trojan UV, and $12,037 to Williams and Works for part of the Jefferson Street Project. 77543076 Lake Odessa City to nix Mayor Exchange Day for this year 77552793 �Page 8 — Thursday, December 30, 2010 — The Hastings Banner From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... The granges of Barry County, part I Hastings Banner, Feb. 20, 1997 The Grange movement arrived in Michigan on Jan. 10, 1872, within five years of organizing on the national level. The first grange in Barry County was Thornapple Grange No. 38, organized in the village of Middleville on July 22, 1873. There were 28 charter members. J.H. Lane was the first master. The first overseer was J. Damoth; Aaron Clark was the first lecturer; William Pratt. chaplain; J.C. Crumback, treasurer; T.A. Riemer, secretary. The meetings were held at the grange hall in Middleville. The next grange organized in Barry County was Irving Grange No. 55 on Aug. 12, 1873, in the village of Irving. There were 18 charter members. The meetings were held in the homes of the members until the first hall was available. J.J. Hendershott was the first master. He was followed by John Campbell, J.C. Hanna and Issac Cunningham. By 1880, the membership had increased to 23. Master that year was J.J. Hendershott. In 1880, they built a hall on what became known as Grange Road. Mary Trego owned the land where it was built. Later, her daughter, Rena, and her husband deeded the land to the Irving Grange. This site was then enlarged when Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Fuhr deeded another portion on the west side of the hall. This was on Section 33 and Section 34 line of Irving Township. Grange meetings often were held in the daytime, going on into the night. The yard of the grange hall would be filled with buggies, wagons, cutters and sleighs, with the horses housed in the grange shed. The shed was large and fully enclosed to protect animals from the heat of the sun and the cold winds of winter. It was removed in the 1940s when the automobile became the major source of transportation. Potluck suppers, as well as oyster suppers were an important part of the grange activities. The oyster stew was made in large copper boilers by the gallon. Square dancing, card games and music were part of the grange family program. The younger family members would go home to do the evening chores. The business of the grange would be handled during the afternoon, leaving the evening free for degree work following supper. There were four degrees in subordinate grange. These were often given one degree at a time. After becoming a fourth degree member, one could then become a fifth degree member, Pomona, a state degree member, sixth degree and to on the national for seventh degree. The winters, with serious storms, sometimes prevented some members of the Grange from going to their homes following the meeting. They would stay with nearby members until the storm was past. If they came from a greater distance, they made plans to stay overnight following the meetings and returned home the next day. This was also true of dances. Square and round dancing were the order of the day, lasting into the night. The children were bedded down in quilts and robes to sleep while the parents danced away the night. In 1919, Irving Grange added a dining room on the east side of the building. Each member donated a lot or two if he or she were able to find one. The new addition was erected by volunteer help. A kitchen and stage area was added onto Charter members of Irving Grange (back row, from left) James Matthews; Rose Matthews Trego; Susanna Matthews Oliver; Ida Matthews Moore; (center) Edward Matthews; Amanda Matthews; Oscar Matthews; (sitting in front) Sara Matthews Johnson; and Emmaretta Indiana Matthews Lamoreaux. Information supplied by Pauline Moore Thompson. Stay informed on local events... Subscribe to The BANNER! Call... 945-9554 CITY OF HASTINGS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Members of Irving Grange No. 55 hold a work bee to help Victor Johannes when he fell off of a roof and broke a bone in his neck in September of 1960. In October, the men of the grange harvested his corn for him, Ralph Palmer, Leo Seeber, Paul Wilkes and Walter Stager furnished the pickers and Carner Schondelmayer and Rozell Stanton loaned wagons. The grange ladies furnished and served food for the workers. Pictured (from left) in the Oct. 29, 1960, photos are Walter Stager, John Joustra, Tom Frost, Burdette Cisler, Veryl Belson and Charles Hauser. (Photo by Barth Studios). the south side in 1949. The Vere Carters gave 51 logs, which Bud Cisler sawed into lumber for this project. Baldwin Bros. dug the basement, Rozell Stanton and Keith Schnurr wired the building. All grangers helped with the construction. This activity and a desire for a larger membership resulted in a membership drive. Walter Harrison signed up more than 100 persons, and a class of 94 was initiated on April 3, 1949. Clinton County Degree Team came to do the floor work and administer the degrees. This was the largest class of applicants ever reported by the state and national granges. In June of 1949, another 32 were initiated with 30 more joining on Dec. 18, 1949. The Irving Degree Team did the floor work for these initiations. Another addition was put on when Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Schondelmayer gave material from an older building to the order. This was reassembled with volunteer help and provided a meeting area for juvenile grange. Emma Jane Schondelmayer and Clara Stanton gave much of their time to the children of the grange who were under 14 years old. The first Michigan State Grange Cinderella was Juanita Grabau, who was a member of Irving Grange No. 55. Irving Grange moved through the years, from kerosene lamps, to gasoline lanterns, then a Delco system followed electricity from Consumers Electric. They had wood stoves, and coal stoves to heat the three rooms. Then a one-register furnace in 1938 to a coal forced-air furnace and an oil furnace furnished the heat for the rambling building. Irving Grange fulfilled all the concepts of the grange. Members were there to help in times of trouble. They gave aid to the needy, and not just to grange members, but to members of the community. They worked with other organizations. They took active part in the Barry County Fair, entered grange contests and events. On Aug. 1, 1973, Irving Grange joined in the centennial anniversary of the grange. There was a bountiful potluck dinner and the officers were seated by drill formation. The flag presentation was done with ceremony and the Bible was opened on the alter by the assistant stewards as is done at every grange meeting. The opening was omitted, since the meeting was open for visitors. State Grange Master Grover Grigsby was escorted to his station. He presented a 25-year pin to Virginia Root, and Vere E. Carter NOTICE The minutes of the meeting of the Barry County Board of Commissioners held Dec. 28, 2010, are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or www.barrycounty.org. 77552711 NOTICE RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP 2011 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: The Rutland Charter Township Planning Commission will meet the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m., unless otherwise posted. Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Rutland Charter Township 2461 Heath Road, Hastings, MI 49058 77552556 (269) 948-2194 NOTICE TO RESIDENTS RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP 2461 HEATH ROAD, HASTINGS TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING DATES FOR 2011 2ND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT 7:30 P.M., UNLESS OTHERWISE POSTED JANUARY 12 APRIL 13 JULY 13 OCTOBER 12 FEBRUARY 9 MAY 11 AUGUST 10 NOVEMBER 9 MARCH 9 JUNE 8 SEPTEMBER 14 DECEMBER 14 77552559 Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Hastings will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at 7:00PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 The purpose of the Public Hearing is for the Zoning Board of Appeals to hear comments and make a determination on a variance request by owner, Kirk Morgan, 334 West South Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058. The applicant has requested a variance from Section 90-314 (2) (c) and Section 90-171 (a) (1) (2) of the City of Hastings Code of Ordinances, as amended, that if granted, will allow a building addition to be closer to the secondary front yard setback than the minimum required 15 feet, and to exceed the gross square footage of the existing structure by more than the allowable fifty percent. Legal description of said property is: N 128FT OF LOTS 1331 & 1332, ORIG PLAN OF THE VILLAGE (NOW CITY) OF HASTINGS Written comments will be received on the above request at Hastings City Hall, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 5:00PM on the date of the hearing. Requests for information or minutes of said hearing should be directed to the Hastings City Clerk at the same address. The City will provide necessary reasonable aids and services upon five days notice to Hastings City Clerk (telephone number 269-945-2468) or TDD call relay services at 1-800-649-3777. Thomas E. Emery, City Clerk 06672309 received his 50-year pin. Memorial baskets of gladiolas were furnished by the Carters and the Lawrence Fuhrs provided the flowers for the dining room tables. Many antiques were displayed about the hall to mark the occasion. In 1962, the membership of Glass Creek Grange No. 225 [in the northwest Hope Township] joined Irving Grange No. 55 after their hall had burned in 1960. Irving Grange No. 55 no longer holds its charter. Members no longer maintain a hall but joined the Carlton Center Grange No. 264, which also is now closed, after joining with Maple Leaf Grange No. 940. Hastings Grange No. 52 was organized in the village of Hastings on Aug. 15, 1873, in a hall in the Empire Block with a charter membership of 29. The first master was A. Ryerson. J.H. Dennis, Thomas Altoft, James Sweezy and Porter Burton filled out the first slate of officers. By 1880, the membership had declined to 19. Hastings Grange No. 52 ceased to function about 1900. Members of Hastings Grange No. 52 joined with Star Grange No. 806, which was active until into the 1960s. At the time, Hastings Grange No. 52 joined with Star Grange No. 806, the officers were M.H. Burton, Willard Perry, Matthew Hall, David Paton, Colburn Osgood, Charles Barnaby, R.M. Bates, Wilson Lake. Johnstown Grange No. 127 was organized in November 1873. The farmers from the community of Johnstown met on Nov. 11, 1873, at the Burroughs Schoolhouse [corner of M-37 and Bristol Road] to organize. This become Johnstown Grange No. 127. Forty people who attended the first meeting and are listed as the charter members of that grange. They are listed as follows: Mr. and Mrs. P. Bristol; Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Robinson; Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Vansycle; Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Parker; Mr. and Mrs. C.P. Iden; Mr. and Mrs. Johans Renkes; Mr. and Mrs. Michael Bera; Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Shoemaker; Mr. and Mrs. Valmer Bird; Mr. and Mrs. H.L. Vansycle; Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Johnson; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Whitworth; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Whitworth; Mr. and Mrs. William Burroughs; Mr. and Mrs. Louis Drew; Mr. and Mrs. H.M. Bristol; Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Bristol; Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Willison; Mr. and Mrs. C.S. Bristol; Mr. and Mrs. William Whitworth and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Johnson. The second meeting of the Grange was held at the home of William P. Bristol. Mr. Bristol acted as the master for that meeting. The next meeting was held on Dec. 4, 1873, was held at the Bristol School [corner of M-37 and Pifer Road]. They accepted Aaron Ferris, who was initiated in all four degrees. Applications from G.W. Sheffield, John Howard, Martin Miller and Hattie Iden were presented and accepted. They were given the first degree on Dec. 11. J.J. Chandler, John Elsey, Uria Rice, Almeria Rice, Eliza Elsey, John Zimmerman, John Kipp, Theodore Mateson and Charles Dunn were accepted and received the degree on Dec. 19. On Dec. 26, the meeting was held at William Bristol’s and the first election of officers was held. The following officers were elected. Master, J.M. Willison; Overseer, C. Shoemaker; lecturer, C. Robinson; steward, M. Bristol; A.S. Steward, H.L. Vansycle; chaplain, William Burroughs; treasurer Joseph Johnson; secretary, A. Parker; Ceres, Mrs. Burrough; Flora, Mrs. Willison and lady assistant steward, Mrs. Drew. These officers were installed and the Johnstown Grange No. 127 begun to do grange work. They met in the upper story of Martin Miller’s house for the first five years. The grange met often, semi-monthly and even weekly, to discuss plans and work out methods to better the condition of the members and their ability to purchase goods which were better and cheaper. Land plaster (lime and fertilizer) was purchased by the carload, oil by the barrel, tea by the chest and sugar by the bowl. Oysters were purchased by the can. At one oyster supper, 144 cans of oysters and one barrel of crackers were consumed. At the end of the first year, in 1874, there were 92 members in good standing. The question of having a hall of their own was discussed often, and on Dec. 21, 1878, a planning and building committee was appointed. This consisted of Mr. Parker, Mr. Sheffield, Mr. Elsey and E.H. Bristol. They were to develop plans for a Grange hall and find a site for such a building. The hall was to be 20 by 40 feet. They located the site on the southeast corner of the William Burroughs farm. The grange was given a lease by William Burroughs. Material for the new hall was procured and delivered to the Burroughs’ place. Logs had been delivered. Roof boards and shingles, siding and flooring were brought to the state. On March 1, 1879, the building committee reported that there were enough materials on hand to begin the building. Logs came from H.M. Bristol’s woods. The hall was built on a one-story hall and remained there on the corner of the Burroughs farm until Dec. 20, 1881. On May 17, 1879, the hall was ready for occupancy. A committee of four was appointed to oversee the moving of fixtures and furniture from Martin Miller’s home to the new hall, where the grange had voted to hold its next regular meeting. No reason was given in the Johnstowns’ Grange notes as to why, but on Sept. 13, 1881, Helen Bowman and Henry Bowman were appointed as a committee to investigate the possibility of securing a piece of land from Kipp Bresee, on the northeast corner of his farm, across from the Burroughs farm. Mr. Bresee agreed to sell to the grange 57 square rods of land on the corner of the Battle Creek-Hastings Stage Road, and the section line of Section 16 (now known as M-37 and Bristol Road). His price was $50. The deed was secured and plans to move the building were made. It was made on Dec. 20, 1881, and placed on a full basement. Membership at the Johnstown Grange remained quite consistently between 90 and 105. In the first 40 years of its existence, 313 persons had between enrolled as members and 1913 had a membership of 105. In 1963, officers were Master Harold Hawks; Adelle Knoblock, lecturer; and Marie Lester was secretary. On Jan. 10, 1976, Johnstown consolidated with Maple Leaf Grange No. 940 and the property on M-37 was sold. Assyria Grange No. 128 was organized in the winter of 1873 to A.W. Chapin’s log house. There were 30 charter members. William W. Cole was chosen master, E.G. Kent was first secretary and D.W. Ellis, Overseer; J.R. Power lecturer; and LeRoy Cummings was selected treasurer. In 1880, there were 20 members. Hope Grange No. 144 was organized in December 1873. This was a busy month in Barry County, as four granges were organized during that month of 1873. Hope Grange had 25 charter members when it was organized. They owned a hall in Section No. 22, Hope Center. C.N. Youngs was the first master. Seneca Larabee was the first overseer and Daniel Newton was the first lecturer. David A. Bowker was chaplain, and D.S. Tyler was secretary and W. Blackman was treasurer. By 1880, the membership had declined to 17, and eventually the grange was closed. Rutland Grange No. 145 also was organized in December 1873. The first meeting was in a log school house on Section 17, [corner of Chief Noonday/M79 and Whitmore Roads] Rutland Township (Whitmore School). There were 30 charter members. William Dudley was chosen master. Asahel Luther was the overseer. Martin Blanchard was the first lecturer and William Blanchard was the steward. A.S. Dean was the chaplain and Thomas Kelly was secretary. U.I. Baldwin was treasurer. Meetings were held in the homes of members until 1875, when during the summer, members built a grange hall near the school house on Section 17. In 1878 the hall was moved due west into Yankee Springs Township, on Section 13. The membership in 1880 was 50. Written by the late Joyce Weinbrecht. Hastings Mutual Insurance Company receives A-plus rating Hastings Mutual Insurance Company has again received an A-plus (stable) financial strength rating from A.M. Best Company. This top ranking is based on an independent evaluation by A.M. Best of the qualitative and quantitative strength of Hastings Mutual’s balance sheet. This rating comes during the company’s 125th anniversary celebration and highlights the stability of the carrier. A.M. Best’s review considers other factors regarding the financial health of an organization. Hastings Mutual received high marks in areas such as overall performance, business profile, operating fundamentals and business relationships. Through agency partnerships, Hastings Mutual has been able to build its presence in new locations and maintain its market share in existing territories. “The agency connection is crucial,” said Bill Wallace, president and CEO of Hastings Mutual. “Through our agent network, we have been able to offer unparalleled service. This rating helps us to maintain these critical partnerships, and together, build a stronger future.” Hastings Mutual operates in six Midwestern states. The company has been writing commercial, farm and personal lines business through independent agents since 1885. For more information about Hastings Mutual and its 125th anniversary, visit the company website at www.hastingsmutual.com. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 30, 2010 — Page 9 LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Roderick Meeuwsen and Denette Meeuwsen, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 26, 2006, and recorded on November 13, 2006 in instrument 1172622, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty and 71/100 Dollars ($107,920.71), including interest at 9.95% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point 200 feet North and 132 feet West of the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, according to the Government Survey thereof, thence West 183 feet; thence North 200 feet; thence East 183 feet; thence South 200 feet to the Place of Beginning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress and egress over the following: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan; thence West 100 feet for the Place of Beginning; thence West 32 feet; thence North 500 feet; thence East 32 feet; thence South 500 feet to the Place of Beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #151165F02 77552258 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Renee M. Possett and J. Todd Possett, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated June 25, 2003, and recorded on July 7, 2003 in instrument 1108012, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-Three and 73/100 Dollars ($321,733.73), including interest at 5.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the West 1/4 post of Section 8, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, thence South 00 degrees 38 minutes 43 seconds West, along the West line of said Section 8, a distance of 752.28 feet to the centerline of Bowens Mill Road; thence South 84 degrees 54 minutes 26 seconds East along said centerline, 953.69 feet; thence South 86 degrees 06 minutes 00 seconds East along said centerline, 241.50 feet; thence North 03 degrees 56 minutes West, 219.80 feet to the true place of beginning; thence continuing North 03 degrees 56 minutes West, 136.20 feet; thence North 05 degrees 10 minutes East, 123.35 feet to Barlow Lake; thence South 65 degrees 41 feet East along Barlow Lake, 101.00 feet to the outlet of Barlow Lake; thence South 08 degrees 03 minutes West along said outlet, 95.1 feet to a chisled cross on a concrete wall; thence continuing along said outlet, South 11 degrees 37 minutes 53 seconds East, 47.13 feet to the Northwest corner of the Headbridge Opening; thence South 83 degrees 30 seconds West, 16.40 feet; thence South 22 degrees 30 minutes 11 seconds West, 88.00 feet; thence North 80 degrees 53 minutes 35 seconds West, 41.00 feet to the place of beginning. Together with a non-exclusive easement for ingress and egress over a strip of land 10 feet in width lying East of and adjacent to a line described as: Beginning at the Southwesterly corner of the above-described parcel and extending South 03 degrees 56 minutes East, 219.80 feet to the centerline of Bowens Mill Road. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #311579F01 77552206 NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. Notwithstanding, if the debt secured by this property was discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is NOT an attempt to collect that debt. You are presently in default under your Mortgage Security Agreement, and the Mortgage Holder may be contemplating the commencement of foreclosure proceedings under the terms of that Agreement and Michigan law. You have no legal obligation to pay amounts due under the discharged note. A loan modification may not serve to revive that obligation. However, in the event you wish to explore options that may avert foreclosure, please contact our office at the number listed below. Attention: The following notice shall apply only if the property encumbered by the mortgage described below is claimed as a principal residence exempt from tax under section 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.7cc. Attention Sandra Gomez, regarding the property at 9900 Love Rd Bellevue, MI 49021. The following notice does not apply if you have previously agreed to modify the mortgage loan under section 3205b. 3205a, 3205b and 3205c do not apply unless the terms of the modified mortgage loan entered into were complied with for one year after the date of the modification. You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. is the designee with authority to make agreements under MCL 600.3205b and MCL 600.3205c, and can be contacted at: 811 South Blvd., Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123. You may also contact a housing counselor. For more information, contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) by visiting www.michigan.gov/mshda or calling (866) 946-7432. If you request a meeting with Potestivo & Associates, P.C.within 14 days after the notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not commence until at least 90 days after the date said notice was mailed. If an agreement to modify the mortgage loan is reached and you abide by the terms of the agreement, the mortgage will not be foreclosed. You have the right to contact an attorney and can obtain contact information through the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 9680738. Dated:December 30, 2010. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 information may be faxed to (248)267-3004, Attention: Loss Mitigation 77552800 Our File No: 10-34292 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Dorothy J Sypniewski, a Married Woman and Richard H Sypniewski, Husband to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for America's Wholesale Lender, its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 29, 2006 and recorded December 8, 2006 in Instrument # 1173680 Barry County Records, Michigan and assigned to: BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP FKA Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP by assignment of mortgage dated December 7, 2010 and subsequently recorded in Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Six Dollars and Forty-Nine Cents ($134,496.49) including interest 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on January 27, 2011 Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 1: Lot 94 and the North 30 feet of Lot 93 of the Plat of Noffke's Lake Shore Plat No. 1, being a subdivision of Sections 5 and 6, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, on Page 18. Parcel 2: Also, commencing at the Northwest corner of Lot 94 of the recorded plat of Noffke's Lake Shore Plat No. 1 in Sections 5 and 6, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, as recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County in Liber 4 of Plats, on Page 18; thence North 10 degrees 09 minutes East, 15 feet; thence South 79 degrees 51 minutes East, 150 feet; thence South 10 degrees 09 minutes West, 15 feet; thence North 79 degrees 51 minutes West, 150 feet to the place of Beginning, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan. Parcel 3: A parcel of land in Section 5, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the Easterly line of Noffke Drive, distant North 10 degrees 09 minutes East, 15.00 feet from the Northwest corner of Lot 94 of the recorded plat of Noffke's Lake Shore Plat No. 1; thence North 10 degrees 09 minutes East along said Noffke Drive 80.00 feet; thence South 79 degrees 51 minutes East, 249.50 feet; thence South 01 degrees 51 minutes West, 186.96 feet; thence North 79 degrees 51 minutes West, 126.49 feet to the East line of Lot 93 of said Plat; thence North 10 degrees 09 minutes East along the East line of Lots 93 and 94 of the Northerly extension thereof 105.00 feet; thence North 79 degrees 51 minutes West, 150.00 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 7520 Noffke Dr, Caledonia MI 49316 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 12/30/2010 BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP FKA Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77552812 Our File No: 10-33385 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on January 14, 2000, by Jeffrey S. Burger and Kathy J. Burger, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on January 27, 2000, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1040599, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank on November 9, 2010, recorded on November 18, 2010, in Instrument Number 201011180010851, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Sixty-Seven Thousand One Hundred Forty-Eight and 55/100 Dollars ($67,148.55); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, January 27, 2011 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF CASTLETON, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Commencing at a point 6 rods West of the Northeast corner of the West half of the East half of the Northwest › of Section 6, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, thence South 12 rods, thence West 6 rods, thence North 12 rods, thence East 6 rods to the place of beginning, Castleton Township, Barry County, Michigan. Commonly Known As: 5310 Coats Grove Road, Hastings, Michigan 49058 Tax Parcel Number: 05-006-010-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: December 8, 2010 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 77552562 (517) 371-8253 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Vicki S Harnish, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to First American Real Estate and Finance Corporation, Mortgagee, dated November 3, 2004, and recorded on December 2, 2004 in instrument 1138047, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Fidelity Bank, a Federally Chartered Savings Bank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Six Hundred Eight and 62/100 Dollars ($102,608.62), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 17, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 corner of said Section; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 458.00 feet along the North line of said Northeast 1/4 to the point of beginning; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 200.00 feet; thence South 01 degrees 08 minutes 36 minutes East 660.00 feet parallel with the West line of said Northeast 1/4; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 200.00 feet; thence North 01 degrees 08 minutes 36 seconds West 660.00 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to highway right of way for Bowens Mill road. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #339370F01 77552036 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage, made by ALDEN VINCENT, whose address 11944 Nashville Hwy., Nashville, MI 49073, as Mortgagor, to UNION BANK, whose address is 933 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849, on February 23, 2009 and recorded at Document #20090226-0001769 in the Office of the Barry County Register of Deeds. There is claimed to be due at the date of this notice for principal and interest, taxes and other related expenses, the sum of $63,815.20 as of November 1, 2010 with interest at the rate of 6.75%, plus additional costs, legal fees, etc. as secured by the above-referenced mortgage. And no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage, or any part thereof, whereby the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative; NOW THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgages, and in pursuance of the statute in such case made and provided, the above said Mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the parcels of the premises therein described, or so much thereof as may be necessary, at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse, County of Barry, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court in and for said County, on the 20th day of January, 2011 at 1:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, of said day and said premises will be sold to pay the amount so as aforesaid then due on said Mortgages, together with interest payable at the rate of 6.75%, together with late fees, legal costs, attorney’s fees and also any taxes and insurance that said Mortgagee does pay on or prior to the date of said sale; which said premises are described in said Mortgage, as follows, towit: THE NORTH 74 FEET OF LOT L AND 7, BLOCK 15, EASTERN ADDITION OF THE CITY, FORMERLY VILLAGE OF HASTINGS, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. Commonly known as: 619 S. Hanover Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Property Tax Identification No. 08-55-220-07600. That if after inspection by the lender, the property is determined to be abandoned, the redemption period shall be shortened from six (6) months to thirty (30) days pursuant to statute. Dated: December 8, 2010 Drafted by: TIMOTHY L. TROMP, P.C. P41571 501 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 United Bank of Lake Odessa BY: Timothy L. Tromp (P41571) 77552450 Attorney for Union Bank NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT; ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW. ATTENTION POTENTIAL PURCHASERS AT FORECLOSURE SALE: In the case of resolution prior to or simultaneously with the aforementioned foreclosure sale, Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) may rescind this sale at any time prior to the end of the redemption period. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited to the return of your bid amount tendered at the sale, plus interest. Default having occurred in the conditions of a Mortgage made by Stanley E. Jacobs, a married man, ("Debtors") to Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) ("Green Tree"), dated December 23, 1998, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry in the State of Michigan on January 7, 1999, in Document Number 1023354, et. seq., on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due as of the date of this Notice the sum of $142,920.51, which amount may or may not be the entire indebtedness owed by Debtors to Green Tree together with interest at 8.00 percent per annum. NOW THEREFORE, Notice is hereby given that the power of sale contained in said Mortgage has become operative and that pursuant to that power of sale and MCL 600.3201 et. seq., on January 20, 2011 at 1:00 p.m., on the East steps of the Circuit Court Building in Hastings, Michigan, that being the place for holding the Circuit Court and/or for conducting such foreclosure sales for the County of Barry, there will be offered at public sale, the premises, or some part thereof, described in said Mortgage as follows, to-wit: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF MAPLE GROVE, COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN, IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: PARCEL A: THAT PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 25, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 7 WEST, DESCRIBED AS: COMMENCING AT THE WEST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 25; THENCE RUN NORTH ALONG THE WEST SECTION LINE A DISTANCE OF 2335.33 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL OF LAND; THENCE CONTINUING NORTH ALONG THE SAID WEST SECTION LINE A DISTANCE OF 253.00 FEET TO THE PHYSICAL CENTERLINE OF CLOVERDALE ROAD; THENCE RUN SOUTH 82 DEGREES 43' 38" EAST ALONG THE SAID CENTERLINE A DISTANCE OF 53.50 FEET; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG THE SAID CENTERLINE ON A 1981.30 FEET RADIUS CURVE TO THE LEFT A DISTANCE OF 466.70 FEET, THE CHORD BEARS SOUTH 89 DEGREES 28' 31" EAST A DISTANCE OF 465.62 FEET; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG THE SAID CENTERLINE NORTH 83 DEGREES 46' 36" EAST A DISTANCE OF 363.36 FEET; THENCE RUN SOUTH A DISTANCE OF 267.79 FEET; THENCE RUN SOUTH 89 DEGREES 06' 59" WEST A DISTANCE OF 880.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. which also includes any interest Green Tree may have in the 1999 Redman Mobile Home, Serial Number 143T1670. The redemption period shall be one (1) year from the date of sale unless the property is established to be abandoned pursuant to MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be the later of thirty (30) days from the date of sale or fifteen (15) days from the date the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(b) was posted and mailed. Dated: December 7, 2010 Green Tree Servicing LLC (f/k/a Green Tree Financial Servicing Corporation) By: DONALD A. BRANDT (P30183) BRANDT, FISHER, ALWARD & ROY, P.C. Attorneys for Green Tree 1241 E. Eighth Street, P.O. Box 5817 Traverse City, Michigan 49696-5817 (231) 941-9660 77552373 File No.: 6140.0861 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Bruce L. Reges, an unmarried man, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 10, 2006 and recorded March 8, 2006 in Instrument Number 1161024, and Consent Order reforming legal description dated 12/9/10, submitted to and recorded by the Barry County Register of Deeds,, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for JPMorgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-CW1 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Eight Thousand One Hundred Twenty-Five and 84/100 Dollars ($138,125.84) including interest at 3.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 20, 2011. Said premises are located in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 8 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, on page 1, EXCEPT a parcel of land described as commencing at the Northwest corner of Lot 6 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, for the place of beginning, thence in a Northwesterly direction along the North line of said Lot 6 to the Northeast corner of said Lot 6, thence Northwest at right angles to the North line of said Lot 6, 20 feet, thence Southwesterly parallel to the North line of Lot 6, 73.7 feet, thence Southeasterly to the place of beginning; ALSO EXCEPT part of Lot 8 of Supervisors Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, on page 1, described as follows; commencing at the Northwest corner of said Lot 6 of said Plat; thence North 18 Degrees 15 minutes West 20 feet at right angles to the North line of Lot 6 for the true point of beginning; thence North 71 Degrees 45 minutes East 73.7 feet; thence South 18 Degrees 15 minutes East 20 feet to the Northeast corner of said Lot 6 of said Plat; thence North 71 Degrees 45 minutes East 55 feet to the Northeast corner of Lot 5 of said Plat; thence North 18 Degrees 15 minutes West 78 feet along the West line of Lot 4 of said Plat; thence South 89 Degrees 30 minutes West 135.13 feet along the Northwesterly line of said Lot 8; thence South 18 Degrees 15 minutes East 119.20 feet to the place of beginning. Also, the North 20 feet of Lot 7 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, and Lots 850, 851 and 852 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, Barry County, Michigan. Also, Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot 9 of Supervisor Chase's Addition to the City of Hastings, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, on page 1, thence North 17 Degrees 27 minutes 10 seconds West 175.82 feet along the Easterly line of said Lot 9 to the true place of beginning; thence South 71 Degrees 57 minutes 30 seconds West 59.77 feet to the Easterly line of Lot 10; thence North 17 Degrees 23 minutes 34 seconds West 15.36 feet along said Easterly line; thence North 71 Degrees 57 minutes 30 seconds East 59.76 feet; thence South 17 Degrees 27 minutes 10 seconds East 15.36 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 23, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 617.1476 ASAP# 3856981 12/23/2010, 12/30/2010, 01/06/2011, 01/13/2011 77552627 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Teresa Mund, a married woman, and Jeff Mund, her husband, original mortgagor(s), to Union Federal Bank of Indianapolis, Mortgagee, dated July 29, 2004, and recorded on August 5, 2004 in instrument 1131977, and assigned by mesne assignments to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Nine and 69/100 Dollars ($144,749.69), including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 27, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 21, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan, the surveyed boundary of said parcel is described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section 21; thence North 00 degrees 11 minutes 15 seconds West along the East line of said Section 614.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 07 minutes 59 seconds West parallel with the South line of said Section 400.00 feet to the point of beginning of this description; thence continuing South 89 degrees 07 minutes 59 seconds West parallel with said South line 863.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 11 minutes 15 seconds West parallel with said East line 356.50 feet; thence North 89 degrees 07 minutes 59 seconds East parallel with said South line 863.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 11 minutes 15 seconds East parallel with said East line 356.50 feet to the point of beginning. Together with and subject to an easement for ingress and egress as described hereon. A 66 foot wide easement for Ingress and Egress described as: A part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 21, Town 2 North, Range 7 West, Maple Grove Township, Barry County, Michigan, the boundary of said Easement described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section 21; thence North 00 degrees 11 minutes 15 seconds West along the East line of said Section 614.00 feet to the point of beginning of this Easement Description; thence South 89 degrees 07 minutes 59 seconds West parallel with the South line of said Section 400.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 11 minutes 15 seconds West parallel with said East line 66.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 07 minutes 59 seconds East parallel with said South line 400.00 feet to said East line; thence South 00 degrees 11 minutes 15 seconds East along said East line 66.00 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552807 File #352954F01 �Page 10 — Thursday, December 30, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Steven and Cheryl Cotant (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 823 S. Cass St., Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of December 23, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after December 23, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. December 23, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W. State Street, 77552785 Hastings, MI 49058 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Tad and Brandy Nofz (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 1023 N. Broadway St., Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of December 23, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after December 23, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. December 23, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W. State Street, 77552788 Hastings, MI 49058 FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION WITH OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE, AS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO SPECIAL PROTECTIONS. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE YOUR HOME To: Elizabeth Christy and Dennis Christy 303 East Blair Street Hastings, MI 49058 County: Barry State law requires that you receive the following notice: You have the right to request a meeting with your mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The person to contact and that has the authority to make agreements for a loan modification with you is: Orlans Associates, P.C Loss Mitigation Department, P.O. Box 5041, Troy, MI 48007-5041, (248) 502-1331. You may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority ("MSHDA") website or by calling MSHDA. The website address and telephone number of MSHDA is: (www.mshda.info/ counseling_search/), telephone (866) 946-7432, TTY# 1-800-382-4568. If you request a meeting with the servicer's designate within 14 days after the Notice required under MCL 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure proceedings will not start until 90 days after the date the Notice was mailed to you. If you and the servicer's Designate reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if you abide by the terms of the agreement. You have the right to contact an attorney. You may contact attorney of your choice. If you do not have an attorney, the telephone number for the Michigan State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service is 1-800-968-0738. Dated: December 30, 2010 Orlans Associates P.C Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File Number: 671.1667 ASAP# FNMA3861284 12/30/2010 77552776 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO FORECLOSE THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage (“the Mortgage”) given by Stephen and Dawn Horton (“Borrower”) to Commercial Bank, Hastings, a Michigan Banking Corporation, Successors and interest to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB (“Mortgagee”), which is secured by property commonly known as 4823 Center Rd., Hastings, MI 49058. Borrower has the right to request a meeting within fourteen (14) days of December 23, 2010 with the following agent of Mortgagee: Angie Musser (“Agent”). Agent has the authority to make agreements under MCL Sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c. If Borrower requests a meeting with Agent, foreclosure will not begin until ninety (90) days after December 23, 2010. Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority website, www.michigan.gov/mshda, or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at 1-800-382-4568. If Borrower and Agent reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the Mortgage will not be foreclosed if Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. Borrower has the right to contact an attorney and may contact the State Bar of Michigan lawyer referral service at 1-800-968-0738. December 23, 2010 By: Commercial Bank 629 W. State Street, 77552782 Hastings, MI 49058 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Beverly A Coleman, a Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated October 6, 2006, and recorded on October 20, 2006 in instrument 1171714, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank National Association, as Trustee for CMLTI 2007-WFHE1 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Four Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Four and 19/100 Dollars ($184,394.19), including interest at 8.66% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 27, 2011. Said premises are situated in Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot(s) 1 and the North one half of Lot 2, Block 10, Samuel Roushes Addition to the Village of Freeport, according to the Recorded Plat thereof. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552729 File #342638F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by April H. Murray and Richard G. Murray, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Hamilton Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated March 24, 2004, and recorded on March 31, 2004 in instrument 1124476, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Wachovia Bank of Delaware, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Six Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Seven and 42/100 Dollars ($176,397.42), including interest at 9.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 5 1/2 Rods of Lot 5, Block 7, Eastern Addition of the Village of Hastings (now city of Hastings), Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber A of Plats, Page 2 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #351133F01 77552248 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by Jason Werkema, an unmarried man to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for Amerifirst Financial Corporation, Mortgagee, dated January 20, 2010, and recorded on January 28, 2010, as Document Number: 201001280000836, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been submitted to the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Three and 79/100 ($108,983.79) including interest at the rate of 5.50000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on January 20, 2011 Said premises are situated in the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: LOT 5, BLOCK 49 OF THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. Commonly known as: 315 WEST MAIN STREET The redemption period shall be 6.00 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: December 23, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 (248) 335-9200 77552661 Case No. 10MI03229-1 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rodney C. McMillian and Tina L. McMillian, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 28, 2006, and recorded on July 7, 2006 in instrument 1166898, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by mesne assignments to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Argent Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-M2 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Three Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-One and 95/100 Dollars ($123,381.95), including interest at 7.525% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that part of Section 16,Town 4 North, Range 7 West, described as Commencing 26 Rods 12 1/4 feet west from the Southeast corner of said section 16; thence East 3 1/2 Rods; thence North 12 Rods, thence West 3 1/2 Rods; thence South 12 Rods to point of beginning, Barry County, Michigan. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #349646F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Troy Hill a married man and Stacey L. Hill, signing for dower purposes only, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 28, 2006, and recorded on October 9, 2006 in instrument 1171172, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Eight Thousand Two and 74/100 Dollars ($188,002.74), including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 13, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit 21 of Valley Ridge Estates, a condominium according to the Master Deed recorded in Document No. 1153680 and replaced in Document No. 1158613, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County and designated as Subdivision Plan No. 44, together with rights in common and limited elements, as set forth in said Master Deed and as described in Act 229 of the Public Acts of 1963 and Act 59 of Public Acts of 1978 and amendments thereto. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552469 File #298699F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Todd A Earl, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 22, 2006, and recorded on December 1, 2006 in instrument 1173329, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Flagstar Bank, FSB as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-Six Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Four and 99/100 Dollars ($136,684.99), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 18 of Carters Fine Lake Park Annex, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 5 of plats on Page 1. Together with a right of way in common with others over the Northerly 15 feet of Lot 17 of Fine Lake Park, according to the recorded plat, as recorded in Liber 1 of plats, on Page 75. For the purpose of access to Fine Lake by foot only. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC L (248) 593-1312 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552048 File #349251F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James H. Brayton, a married man and Justine A Brayton, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., Mortgagee, dated November 7, 2006, and recorded on November 17, 2006 in instrument 1172881, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Five Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Seven and 82/100 Dollars ($105,567.82), including interest at 3.125% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 36, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, described as: commencing 146 feet North of the intersection of the North line of Sherman Street and the East line of Middle Street, running thence North 45 feet to the South line of Lot formerly owned by John Bell, thence East 132 feet to alley, thence South 45 feet, thence West to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552235 File #267061F02 77552253 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Curt G. Griffis AKA Curtis G. Griffis II and Tonya A. Griffis Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage a division of National City Bank of Indiana, Mortgagee, dated December 30, 2005, and recorded on January 4, 2006 in instrument 1158517, and assigned by said Mortgagee to National City Mortgage Company as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Four and 92/100 Dollars ($183,684.92), including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Unit No. 16, Whispering Pines Estates Condominium according to the Master Deed Recorded in Liber 1023989, as amended, and designated as Barry County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 12, together with rights in the general common elements and the limited common elements as shown on the Master Deed and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended. he redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552285 File #348835F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Jason A Wiessner, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 11534 Manning Lake Rd, Delton, MI 49046-9648. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1311 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:/www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552701 File # 032755F02 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Leo Bushman and Jamie Bushman, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Allied Home Mortgage Capital Corporation, Mortgagee, dated December 5, 2002, and recorded on December 12, 2002 in instrument 1093533, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Three Thousand Two Hundred Seven and 69/100 Dollars ($53,207.69), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 20, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 18, Town 4 North, Range 8 West; thence North 12 rods 6 feet; thence West 15 rods 11 feet; thence South 12 rods 6 feet; thence East 15 rods 11 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552651 File #356008F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Gregory J. Gilmore, divorced unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., Mortgagee, dated August 25, 2006, and recorded on September 14, 2006 in instrument 1170014, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety-Three and 34/100 Dollars ($151,793.34), including interest at 7.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 20, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of East 24 1/2 Acres of North 60 Acres of Northwest 1/4 of Section 28, Town 2 North, Range 9 East, Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan for the point of beginning; thence South 990 feet; thence East 418 feet; thence North 990 feet; thence West 418 feet to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552634 File #352817F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 30, 2010 — Page 11 LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-25706-DE Estate of ELDORA ELAINE CARPENTER. Date of Birth: February 12, 1923. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITOR: The decedent, ELDORA ELAINE CARPENTER, who lived at 1005 BRISTOL ROAD, BARRY TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN died July 17, 2005. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to CARROL CARPENTER, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 WEST COURT, SUITE 302, HASTINGS, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: December 22, 2010 DAVID H. TRIPP (P29290) 206 SOUTH BROADWAY HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 945-9585 CARROL CARPENTER 1005 BRISTOL ROAD DELTON, MI 49046 (269) 721-9989 77552791 FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by David Salazar and Susana Salazar, husband and wife to Argent Mortgage Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated February 11, 2005, and recorded on March 16, 2005, as Document Number: 1142787, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as trustee Structured Asset Securities Corporation Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust Mortgage Pass Through Certificates, Series 2005-HE2 SECURITIZATION SERVICING AGREEMENT Dated as of July 1, 2005 by an Assignment of Mortgage which has been submitted to the Barry County Register of Deeds, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Eight Thousand Two Hundred Eighteen and 26/100 ($78,218.26) including interest at the rate of 6.55000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on January 20, 2011 Said premises are situated in the City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 33, except the West 99 feet thereof of the Supervisor Chase`s Addition Number 2 to the City, formerly Village, of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 2 Commonly known as: 1012 North Michigan Avenue The redemption period shall be 6.00 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. Dated: December 23, 2010 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as trustee Structured Asset Securities Corporation Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust Mortgage Pass Through Certificates, Series 2005-HE2 SECURITIZATION SERVICING AGREEMENT Dated as of July 1, 2005 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 248-335-9200 Case No. 10OMI01574-1 ASAP# 3858834 12/23/2010, 12/30/2010, 01/06/2011, 01/13/2011 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Andrew Michael Keeler and Matthew Adam Keeler, as Joint Tenants to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for H&R Block Mortgage Corporation, its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 24, 2007 and recorded June 13, 2007 in Instrument # 1181651 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, by assignment dated September 15, 2010 and recorded September 20, 2010 in Instrument # 201009200008693 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand One Hundred Thirty-Four Dollars and Ninety-One Cents ($175,134.91) including interest 6.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on January 27, 2011 Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The Easterly 363 feet of the East one half of the Northeast one quarter of the Southwest one quarter of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, except; Commencing 11 rods West of the Northeast corner of the East one half of the Northeast one quarter of the Southwest one quarter of Section 34; thence West 11 rods on the East and West one quarter line; thence South parallel with the North and South one quarter line 22 rods; thence East parallel with the East and West one quarter line 11 rods; thence North parallel with the North and South one quarter line 22 rods to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 8488 E M 79 Hwy, Nashville MI 49073 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: 12/30/2010 BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 77552817 Our File No: 10-33369 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 10-25726-DE Estate of GAIL ROBINS GREWETT. Date of Birth: August 4, 1929. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent GAIL ROBINS GREWETT, who lived at 14247 Burchette Road, Prairieville Township, Michigan died March 17, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to CLARK GREWETT, named personal representative or proposed personal representative, or to both the probate court at 206 West Court, Suite 302, Hastings, MI 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. NATHAN E. TAGG P68994 206 SOUTH BROADWAY HASTINGS, MI 49058 (269) 948-2900 CLARK GREWETT 28050 - 94TH AVENUE MARCELLUS, MI 49067 (269) 501-7782 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeffery T. Kieliszewski and Amy M. Kieliszewski, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated July 8, 2005, and recorded on July 13, 2005 in instrument 1149338, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Three Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Nine and 15/100 Dollars ($63,869.15), including interest at 5.625% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 13, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 7 and 8, Supervisors Plat of Howard Point according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 3 of Plats, On Page 74. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #352288F01 77552439 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Daniel L. Beech and Wendy E. Beech, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to National City Mortgage Services Co., Mortgagee, dated August 12, 2003, and recorded on August 27, 2003 in instrument 1111951, and rerecorded on October 29, 2003 in instrument 1116597, and assigned by said Mortgagee to National City Mortgage Co. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Six Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Six and 66/100 Dollars ($146,196.66), including interest at 5.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 20, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Assyria, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a poing on the South line of section 19, Town 1 North, Range 7 West, Distant 1463 feet East of the Southwest corner said section 19; thence North 15 degrees 00 minutes East 350.00 feet; thence East 585 feet more or less to the centerline of Waubascon Creek; thence Southerly along said centerline of Waubascon Creek, a Distance of 350 feet more or less to said South section line; thence West along the said South section line 585 feet more or less to the place of beginning. Subject to Roadway Easement over the Southerly 33 feet for Mudd Lake Road. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552611 File #353266F01 STATE OF MICHIGAN COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate In the Matter of Lawrence Albert Blurton. Date of Birth: July 21, 1930. TO ALL CREDITORS: * NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Lawrence Albert Blurton, who lived at 13700 Culbert Road Hudson, Michigan, and 690 W. Main Street, Middleville, Michigan died December 9, 2010. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the decedent will be forever barred unless presented to Russell J. Blurton, named personal representative, within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. Date: December 22, 2010 Stephanie S. Fekkes P43549 150 W. Court Street Hastings, MI 49058 269-945-1921 Russell J. Blurton 2220 Stanton Drive Middleville, MI 49333 77552691 SYNOPSIS RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING DECEMBER 8, 2010 -7:30 P.M. Regular meeting called to order and Pledge of Allegiance. Present: Greenfield, Bellmore, Hanshaw, Hawthorne, Flint, Lee Absent: Carr Appointed Hawthorne as Chair in Carr's absence. Approved the Agenda as presented. Approved the Consent Agenda as presented. Appointed Nancy Topp as Library Board Representative. Requested the clerk to draft a letter to the Parks & Recreation Board voicing concerns about the safety of the trail route proposed. Rescinded Resolution #2010-133, Support of Proposed Trail System. Reappointed three Board of Review Members for a two year term. Meeting Adjourned at 8:34p.m. Respectfully submitted, Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Attested to by, Jim Carr, Supervisor 77552694 www.rutlandtownship.org THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jack E. Hostetler and Brenda M. Hostetler, husband and wife, to Broadmoor Financial Services, Inc., Mortgagee, dated June 26, 2002 and recorded June 28, 2002 in Instrument Number 1082978, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Chase Home Finance LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighteen Thousand Six Hundred Forty-One and 7/100 Dollars ($118,641.07) including interest at 6.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 20, 2011. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the North one-quarter corner of Section 14, Town 4 North, Range 8 West thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 1320 feet along the North line of said Section to the East line of the West one-half of the Northeast one-quarter of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 46 minutes 27 seconds West 2285.88 feet to the true point of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 46 minutes 27 seconds West 350 feet along said East line to the East and West one-quarter line; thence South 89 degrees 46 minutes 05 seconds West 300 feet along said one-quarter line; thence North 00 degrees 46 minutes 27 Seconds East 350 feet; thence North 89 degrees 46 minutes 05 seconds East 300 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the Easterly 33 feet thereof for Charlton Park Road. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 23, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 310.2893 ASAP# FNMA3856076 12/23/2010, 12/30/2010, 01/06/2011, 01/13/2011 77552606 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jared T. Miller, unmarried, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 22, 2009, and recorded on February 6, 2009 in instrument 20090206-0001101, and assigned by said Mortgagee to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Six and 96/100 Dollars ($109,746.96), including interest at 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 20, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 91 and 92, Roy K. Cordes Subdivision No. 1, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 49, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #352388F01 77552646 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lewis Guernsey, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 17, 2004, and recorded on September 24, 2004 in instrument 1134431, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Eight Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Six and 63/100 Dollars ($68,256.63), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the North line of Section 29, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, distant North 88 degrees 59 minutes 50 seconds East 220.00 feet from the North 1/4 corner thereof; thence North 88 degrees 59 minutes 50 seconds East 452.30 feet along said North Section line; thence South 00 degrees 14 minutes 20 seconds West 726.33 feet to the North line of abandoned Penn Central Railroad right of way; thence South 88 degrees 20 minutes 34 seconds West 672.51 feet along said North right of way line, to the NorthSouth quarter line of Section 29; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 20 seconds East 503.01 feet along said quarter line; thence North 88 degrees 59 minutes 50 seconds East 220.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 14 minutes 20 seconds East 231.00 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #349953F01 77552243 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Carol L. Davis, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to New Century Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated October 21, 2003, and recorded on November 3, 2003 in instrument 1116992, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for the Certificateholders of the Morgan Stanley ABS Capital 1 Inc. Trust 2004NC2, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-NC2 as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Seven Thousand Eight Hundred FiftyThree and 51/100 Dollars ($77,853.51), including interest at 7.99% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 13, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: All that part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 5, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, described as follows: Commencing on the West line of Beatrice Street at a point which is North one degree 47 minutes East 130.0 feet from the Northeast corner of Lot 9 of Sam Bravata Plat; thence North 1 degree 47 minutes East 120.53 feet along said West line; thence North 68 degrees 23 minutes West 62.25 feet; thence Northwesterly 82.96 feet along a 233.0 foot radius curve to the right, the long chord of which bears North 58 degrees 11 minutes West 82.52 feet to the extended West line of said Lot 9; thence South 1 degree 47 minutes West 182.95 feet along said extended line; thence South 88 degrees 13 minutes East 130.0 feet to the place of beginning. Except the South 65 feet thereof The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552433 File #355035F01 SYNOPSIS Barry Township Board Regular Meeting December 6, 2010 Regular meeting opened @ 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: 5 Members and 6 guests. Motions approved minutes and Treasurers reports for Nov. 2010. Motion approved agenda as presented. Motion approved to authorize HCFD as primary responder for MFR & Fire in Prairieville coverage area ESN 255. Motion approved to create a township website. Motion approved Police fund budget amendment for $250.00. Motion approved bills and check register for December 2010. Adjourned @ 9:00 p.m. Respectfully, Debra J. Knight Barry Township Clerk Attested to by: Wesley Kahler 77552755 Barry Township Supervisor Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Fern Taylor and Willie T. Taylor, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated April 25, 2005, and recorded on May 2, 2005 in instrument 1145762, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Wells Fargo Bank, NA as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eight Thousand Nine Hundred SeventySix and 43/100 Dollars ($108,976.43), including interest at 5.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 65, 66 and 67, Replat of Out Lot "A" of Fair Lake Park, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 88, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #350989F01 77552263 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Rebecca S. Dipp, a married woman, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 16, 2004, and recorded on January 21, 2004 in instrument 1121032, and rerecorded on February 2, 2004 in instrument 1121649, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Weststar Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-Two and 13/100 Dollars ($72,582.13), including interest at 6.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 19, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan, distant North 00 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds East 793.68 feet from the Southeast corner of said Section 19; thence South 89 degrees 25 minutes 31 seconds West 880.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 19 minutes 55 seconds East, 221.68 feet; thence North 89 degrees 32 minutes 05 seconds East, 880.00 feet to said Section line; thence south 00 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds West 220.00 feet along said Section line to the point of beginning. Subject to an easement for public highway purposes over the easterly 60 feet thereof for North M-43 highway, and any other easements or restriction of record. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552030 File #337629F01 �Page 12 — Thursday, December 30, 2010 — The Hastings Banner LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nicole R. Ehlers and Aaron C. Ehlers, wife and husband, original mortgagor(s), to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Mortgagee, dated July 6, 2005, and recorded on July 15, 2005 in instrument 1149533, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Eight Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Five and 64/100 Dollars ($88,275.64), including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 20, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 18 and the South 12 feet of Lot 19, Innovation Subdivision, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 21. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552577 File #352761F01 AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Mark Troy and Mary Troy, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc (MERS) as nominee for Amera Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated the 31st day of January, 2002 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 5th day of February, 2002 in Doc# 1074345 of Barry County Records, said Mortgage having been assigned to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Eighty Eight Thousand One Hundred Ninety & 64/100 ($88,190.64), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 20th day of January, 2011 at 1:00 o’clock pm Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 7.7500% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the City (formerly village) of Hastings, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: Lot 1276 of the City, formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Dated: 12/23/2010 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Mortgagee ____________________________________ FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 77552572 WAMU FNMA TroyMark Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them The BANNER To subscribe, call us at... 945-9554 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Darwin R. Mead, an unmarried man, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated November 15, 2005 and recorded November 21, 2005 in Instrument Number 1156516, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-Six and 48/100 Dollars ($50,386.48) including interest at 6.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 6, 2011. Said premises are located in the Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/4 of Section 33, Town 3 North, Range 7 West, Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 33; thence South 624 feet, thence East 264 feet, thence North 624 feet, thence West 264 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 9, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 200.7009 ASAP# 3839011 12/09/2010, 12/16/2010, 77552270 12/23/2010, 12/30/2010 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sunshine Cook, A Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to ICNB Mortgage, L.L.C., Mortgagee, dated February 23, 2007, and recorded on March 7, 2007 in instrument 1177208, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seven Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Two and 41/100 Dollars ($107,282.41), including interest at 6.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 20, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 11 and 12, Balm-Meer Plat, according to the recorded Plat in Liber 5 of plats, Page 30, Barry County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552641 File #356289F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brenton J. Wallis, A Single Man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 8, 2007, and recorded on February 21, 2007 in instrument 1176664, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Two Thousand One Hundred Thirty-Nine and 93/100 Dollars ($202,139.93), including interest at 6% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 13, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel A: Commencing at the West 1/4 Post of Section 21, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Thence North 00 Degrees 00 Minutes 00 Seconds East 376.36 Feet along the West line of said Section 21, thence North 88 Degrees 37 Minutes 00 Seconds East 13.92 feet to the West line of said Section 21 as surveyed by Clayton S. Hay in Survey dated June 30, 1971 and the Place of beginning, thence North 88 Degrees 37 Minutes 00 Seconds East 450.00 Feet, thence South 01 Degrees 25 Minutes 23 Seconds East 185.00 Feet, thence South 88 Degrees 37 Minutes 00 Seconds West 450.00 Feet to the Centerline of a Drive (Referred to as a Highway in Previous Deed of Record) thence North 01 Degrees 25 Minutes 23 Seconds West 185.00 Feet to the Place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 16, 2010 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552425 File #352016F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Deanne Vanputten, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 813 Grand Rapids St, Middleville, MI 493339458. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1300 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http://www. michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552779 File # 357130F01 NOTICE PURSUANT TO MCL 600.3205a(4) NOTICE is hereby provided to Brian M. Gilliland, the borrowers and/or mortgagors (hereinafter "Borrower") regarding the property located at: 182 S Main St, Woodland, MI 48897-9701. The Borrower has the right to request a meeting with the mortgage holder or mortgage servicer. The agent designated by the Mortgage Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder to contact and that has authority to make agreements under MCL sections 600.3205b and 600.3205c is: Trott & Trott, P.C., 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 at (248) 593-1304 The Borrower may contact a housing counselor by visiting the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s website or by calling the Michigan State Housing Development Authority at http:// www.michigan.gov/mshda or at (866) 946-7432. If the Borrower requests a meeting with the agent designated above by contacting an approved housing counselor within 14 days from December 27, 2010, foreclosure proceedings will not be commenced until 90 days after December 27, 2010. If the Borrower and the agent designated above reach an agreement to modify the mortgage loan, the mortgage will not be foreclosed if the Borrower abides by the terms of the agreement. The Borrower has the right to contact an attorney. The telephone number of the State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Service is (800) 9680738. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: December 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer and/or Mortgage Holder 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, MI 48334-2525 77552698 File # 356868F01 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Jeff Haight and Lisa Haight husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Mortgagee, dated December 21, 2007, and recorded on January 2, 2008 in instrument 20080102-0000008, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Eight Thousand Six Hundred FiftyThree and 51/100 Dollars ($68,653.51), including interest at 7.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 20, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Woodland, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 13, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, Woodland Township Barry County Michigan, described as: Commencing at the North 1/4 corner of said Section 13; thence North 89 degrees 58 minutes 03 seconds East 714.22 feet along the North line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section to the point of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 07 minutes 55 seconds West 337.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 58 minutes 03 seconds East 220.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 07 minutes 55 seconds East 337.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 58 minutes 03 seconds West 220.00 feet along the North line of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 23, 2010 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552597 File #350803F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert Makley and Amy Makley, husband and wife, as tenants by the entirety, to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated July 31, 2003 and recorded August 14, 2003 in Instrument Number 1110943, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., AssetBacked Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2003-9 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Forty-Five and 90/100 Dollars ($86,945.90) including interest at 5.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 27, 2011. Said premises are located in the Township of Hasting, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 52, 53, 54 and 55 of Melody Acres, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 577, Page 497. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 30, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 356.4017 ASAP# 3863749 12/30/2010, 01/06/2011, 01/13/2011, 01/20/2011 77552795 SCHNEIDERMAN & SHERMAN, P.C., IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (248)539-7400 IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by ISAAC SMITH, (UNMARRIED), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS"), solely as nominee for lender and lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated November 12, 2009, and recorded on November 17, 2009, in Document No. 200911170011192, and assigned by said mortgagee to U.S. BANK, N.A., as assigned,Barry County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-One Dollars and Fifty-Three Cents ($130,781.53), including interest at 4.750% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan. at 01:00 PM o’clock, on January 20, 2011 Said premises are located in Barry County, Michigan and are described as: THE SOUTH 735 FEET OF THE WEST 1 / 2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 34, TOWN 4 NORTH, RANGE 8 WEST. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 15, 2010 U.S. BANK, N.A. Mortgagee/Assignee Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C. 23938 Research Drive, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335 7752656 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Casey S Wolfe A Single Man and Shelley L Hendrick, A Single Woman, original mortgagor(s), to First Security Savings Bank, FSB, Mortgagee, dated December 14, 1995, and recorded on December 18, 1995 in Liber 647 on Page 619, and assigned by mesne assignments to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Forty-Eight Thousand One Hundred SixtyTwo and 85/100 Dollars ($48,162.85), including interest at 8.375% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 27, 2011. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: North 1/2 of Lots 4, 5, 6 of Block 8 Eastern Addition; also South 10 feet Lot 3 and South 10 feet of West 1/2 of Lot 2 block 8 Eastern Addition City of Hastings he redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 30, 2010 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552802 File #233949F02 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Matthew S. MacKenzie, unmarried, to Chase Home Finance LLC successor by merger to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated July 2, 2004 and recorded July 7, 2004 in Instrument Number 1130460, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-Five Thousand One Hundred Twenty-Nine and 99/100 Dollars ($65,129.99) including interest at 6.5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 27, 2011. Said premises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 13 of Leach Lake Resort, according to the Recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 on Page 67. Also reserving a driveway 15 feet wide running across the back end of said Lot, back of cottage now there, for the use of Lot owners on said Plat. Also, granting the right to use a roadway 15 feet wide running along the shore of Leach Lake across the front of all Lots as now platted for the purpose of connecting with drives at the Southwest corner of park as laid out on said Plat. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights. Dated: December 29, 2010 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 248-502-1400 File No. 310.9731 ASAP# 3860270 12/30/2010, 01/06/2011, 01/13/2011, 01/20/2011 77552749 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on May 4, 2007, by Edward J. Bomer and Claire E. Bomer, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 7, 2007, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1180232, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Two and 57/100 Dollars ($122,002.57); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, January 13, 2011 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF HASTINGS, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: South 16 Rods West 40 Rods Southeast › Section 31-3-7 Commonly known as: 3985 Morgan Road, Nashville, Michigan Tax parcel number: 08-05-031-060-00. The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire one (1) year from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: December 1, 2010 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 77552212 (517) 371-8253 Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Mike Hughes, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated February 23, 2005, and recorded on March 3, 2005 in instrument 1142216, and assigned by said Mortgagee to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-One Thousand Five Hundred Twenty-Five and 93/100 Dollars ($161,525.93), including interest at 12.25% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on January 6, 2011. Said premises are situated in Township of Maple Grove, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Being in the East 429 feet of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 3, Town 2 North, Range 7 West and described as follows: Commencing at a Point on the South Section line 329 feet West of the Southeast corner of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 3; thence West along the South line of said Section 3 100 feet; thence North parallel with the East line of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 750 feet; thence East parallel with the South line of said Section 100 feet; thence South to the Place of Beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: December 9, 2010 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 77552042 File #328143F01 �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 30, 2010 — Page 13 Grinch ruins Christmas morning Hastings City Police were called to a home on West State Road Dec. 25 on a report of stolen Christmas presents. The residents said when they went out to their garage Christmas morning to retrieve presents, the gifts were missing. The presents were last seen Dec. 15. The stolen presents included a tool set, a blue boys bike, five dolls and a 2010 Christmas Barbie doll. The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information concerning the theft is asked to contact the Hastings Police Department or Silent Observer. Man had something up his sleeve Barry County Sheriff deputies assisted the Barry Township Police Dec. 2 with a vehicle believed to contain narcotics. The deputy, joined by police dog Gina, stopped the vehicle on Orchard Road near Eddy Road in Delton. Gina performed a free air sniff around the vehicle and gave a positive indication for narcotics. Deputies allowed Gina inside the 1991 Buick, where she gave positive indications at the ashtray and glove compartment. A search was conducted, but no controlled substances were found. When the two occupants were searched, a bag of marijuana was found in the left sleeve of one subject, 51, of Grand Rapids. The occupants were turned over to the Barry Township Police. Driver did not heed label warnings A driver called deputies Dec. 5 to report she was following a 1999 black Dodge Durango that was driving very erratically. The caller said the vehicle had driven up onto the curb several times around Michigan and Green streets in Hastings. The caller reported following the Durango to the Hastings Walmart parking lot where the vehicle almost hit another car headon, then drove onto the curb and hit a guardrail. The driver then proceeded to park, hitting a parked vehicle in the process, backing up and then pulling into the parking space. The caller said the female driver exited her vehicle and walked into the store. Deputies entered the store and located the driver, who was having balance difficulties. The female, 23, denied consuming alcohol, but admitted to taking nine prescription medications, and showed deputies the bottles. Some of the prescription medications warned about operating machinery. Deputies advised the driver to speak with her doctor about the medications, then secured the vehicle, and took the driver home to her parents. The case is closed. Cord cleanly sliced on game system A caller reported a burglary at his home on West Sheffield Road in Battle Creek Dec. 15. The caller told police he arrived home to find that his home’s entry door, located in the garage, was wide open. When he inspected inside, he said his television had been moved, and a PlayStation 3, worth $299, had been cut away and was missing. Upon investigation, deputies suspected a prybar had been used to enter the residence and latent fingerprints were found in the area of the television and missing PlayStation. Prints also were found on a prescription medication bottle with pills missing. The bottle was near the television. In addition, deputies found footprints in snow. The case is pending further investigation. Share the vehicle, but not the contraband Sheriff’s deputies responded Dec. 16 to a request by Hastings City Police for assistance at Green Street and Cook Road. City Police reported a possible intoxicated driver. Deputies spoke with the driver, and reported behavior was a little unusual, but did not display classic signs of intoxication. The driver, 19, of Hastings, was asked if he had mental issues. The driver admitted he did, and had not taken his medication. A Breathalyzer test registered .00 percent. However, when the driver was retrieving license and registration, officers noticed a suspicious baggie in the vehicle’s center console. Marijuana and a silver smoking pipe were discovered. The driver said he was not smoking and explained he shared the vehicle with his father. The driver was taken to his home. His mother told deputies her son did have mental issues, and the vehicle was shared with his father. The father lives in Battle Creek. The case is open pending contact with father. Make sure it’s in writing A husband and wife from Bellevue went to the Barry County Sheriff’s Department Dec. 17 to report stolen property. The complainants, 62 and 43 respectively, reported they had left items, with permission, in a storage barn on property they had sold in January. When they went back in August to retrieve the property, some items were missing. Their insurance company requested a police report for the missing items. The purchaser of the house and property said, at the time of sale, the agreement was the sellers would remove their property by March. The purchaser also said many people, including the sellers, had been back and forth to the storage barn since the sale. The purchaser believed the property was being retrieved by the complainants. According to the deputy’s report, there were many discrepancies between what the complainants and purchaser believed happened. The items, worth a reported $2,550, included a generator and cart, chains saws, irrigation pumps and logging chains. The case is active pending receipt of a valid buyer’s agreement. Heavy on the brakes doesn’t stop crash Deputies were called to an accident Dec. 19 on M-43 and Podunk Lake Road in Rutland Township. Sheriff Posse members were directing traffic at a church function with a line of cars. A 1990 Oldsmobile approached the vehicle line, applied the brakes heavily and slid sideways into the last vehicle in line, containing two adults and two children. When deputies administered a Breathalyzer test, the male Oldsmobile driver, 33, of Delton, registered a .11 percent. The case has been turned over to the Barry County Prosecutor’s office. A blind in November may have worked better More prank than ‘Prince Albert in a Can’ A Hastings man called sheriff deputies to report suspicious phone calls Dec. 21. The complainant explained he had received six calls from 850-499-7893. The first few were from an unknown male asking for an unknown female. The unknown caller was told the female did not live at that address and was unknown to the resident. Later, the same number called again, leaving a message, this time in a unknown female’s voice asking for “Tom” and another message saying “Tom” had killed himself. After the final message the complainant decided the calls should be reported to authorities. Deputies listened to the messages and informed the complainant that the “female” caller may be a juvenile male making prank phone calls. The deputy reported hearing muted laughter at the end of a call. A deputy called the Fort Walton Beach, Fla., phone number and after he identified himself, the suspect hung up immediately. The complainant was told to report any more calls from the number. The case is closed. Medication reported missing from home Hastings City Police were called Dec. 22 to a home on East Walnut Street regarding stolen prescription medication. When officers arrived, they were met by the caller who reported her son’s medication had been stolen during the time her son had several teenagers were at the house. The prescription for 60 pills had been filled Dec. 16; now there were no pills in the bottle. The complaint is open pending further investigation of suspects. Continued next column Sunday Night Mixed Sunday Snoozers; You’re Up N Sh*t; Man Down; The Eastsiders; Lane Masters; *sskickers & Nametakers; Straight Liners; Rollin Olins; Sandbaggers; What’s Up. Women’s Good Games and Series - M. Daniels 224-645; B. James 204-572; K. Becker 226-570; M. Heath 235-554; N. Shafer 191-529; N. Mroz 224; J. Rice 186; D. Scramlin 109. Men’s Good Games and Series - D.J. James 277-665; B. Hubbell 228-649; J. Mroz 227-630; E. Bartlett 224-611; J. Waland 227605; B. Shafer 204-544; S. Olin 191-524; M. Snyder 182-502; E. Rice 168-460; Tyl. Heath 220; M. Eaton 212; B. Rentz 204; J. Lesick 204; B. Allen 192; R. Snyder 183; J. Shoebridge 181; B. Kelley 156; T. DeMott 147. Thursday Angels Varney’s 39-25; Miller Farm Repair 39-25; Riverfront Fin. Ser. 39-25; Cathy’s Cut and Curl 37.5-26.5; H.C.B. 35.5-28.5; Moore’s Apts. 31-33; Rock-N-Bowlers 30.5-29.5; Hastings Bowl 29.5-34.5; Viking 26-34. High Games and Series - C. Hooper 142; S. Durkee 138; A. Castlelein 197; R. White 164; Cathy Shellenbarger 163; Colleen Shellenbarger 175; C. Curtis 133; T. Thomas 141; K. Elliston 126; A. Varney 121; M. Moore 186; R. Cheeseman 156; L. Apsey 163; L. Kendall 181; A. Hoffman 169; R. Argo 138; C. Cooper 188; D. McCollum 174; T. Phenix 180; M. Miller 155; J. Wyant 200; S. Davis 160; P. McDiarmid 162; D. Staines 246-533; D. Bartimus 179. Mixerettes Kent Oil 40.5-19.5; Dean’s Dolls 35.524.5; Good Friends 35-25; Nashville Chiropractic 34-26; NBT 32-28; Dewey’s Auto Body 31-29; James Process Service 2931. Good Games and Series - S. Merrill 192; L. Elliston 213; D. James 203-492; N. Bechtel 192-473; P. Fowler 155; N. Potter 198-449; S. Dunham 192; M. Rodgers 152; K. Eberly 181-513. Wednesday P.M. Eye & Ent 42-22; Hair Care 39-25; The River 34.5-29.5; Four Pals 33-31; Mill’s Landing 32.5-31.5; Good Games and Series - J. Shurlow 151; N. Boniface 178-470; N. Potter 163-433; L. Elliston 190-503; T. Christopher 193-515; B. Hastings Public Library to reopen Monday Thursday, Dec. 30 through Saturday, Jan. 1, Hastings Public Library will be closed for New Year’s holiday. Tuesday, Jan. 3 — toddler time enjoys “Let’s get dressed,” 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; teens meet, 6 to 7 p.m.; adult chess club, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4 — 1st to 3rd Club, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. Call the Hastings Public Library for more information, 269-945-4263. Hathaway 163; P. Freeman 181-432; Y. Cheeseman 161; P. Shellington 134. Senior Citizens Ward’s Friends 37-27; Butterfingers 37-27; Early Risers 37-27; Just Having Fun 36-28; Usedto #1 32.5-31.5; Three Gals & a Guy 31.5-32.5; King Pins 31-33; M&M’s 26-34; Kuempel 24-40; Sun Risers 24-36. Women’s Good Games and Series - R. Murphy 163-426; E. Ulrich 184; S. Patch 167; N. Boniface 211-513; S. Merrill 187; C. Stuart 156. Men’s Good Games and Series - D. Murphy 153; L. Dunn 183-417; W. Mallekoote 158; R. Boniface 177-492; C. Purdum Sr. 191-561; R. Walker 177-488; P. Gasper 231-639 R. Hart 167. Tuesday Night Mixed Boyce Milk Hauler 45-19; Barry County Red Cross 40-24; Hastings City Bank 39-25; J-Bar Antique Tractors 29-35; Hurless Machine Shop 23-41; Dirt Broke 16-48. Men’s High Games - P. Scobey 199; S. Hause 196; D. Benner 193; G. Hause 183; C. Featherly 180; B. Bryan 177; J. Ulrich 174; M. Yost 172. Men’s High Series - P. Scobey 462; S. Hause 545; D. Benner 531; G. Hause 526; C. Featherly 437; B. Bryan 464; C. Steeby 453; M. Yost 486. Women’s High Games - D. Ware 193; S. Beebe 179; B. Smith 179; B. Wilkins 167; M. Wilcox 151; S. Henion 143; R. Gross 143. Women’s High Series - D. Ware 438; S. Beebe 484; B. Smith 464; B. Wilkins 430; V. Scobey 382; S. Henion 397; R. Gross 379. Banner CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Hastings BANNER • 945-9554 Estate Sale National Ads Farm ESTATE SALE: TUESDAY, January 4, 2011, 9am-5pm; Wednesday, January 5, 9am1pm/ Numbers at 8:30am Tuesday. 6690 Green Valley Court, Caledonia, Jasonville Farms subdivision. A perfect opportunity to purchase high end decorator furniture and home decor in an immaculate condo at very affordable prices. Sale includes unusual hand turned pottery pieces, vases from Japan and other Asian ceramic pieces. Carved wood pieces from Vietnam and many other lovely pieces of home decor. Studio Nova and Mikasa Continental dinnerware, LG stainless microwave as well as other quality small kitchen appliances. 48” round rattan glasstop table with four chairs and beautiful curved glass and metal server, White cottage style coffee table, glass and brass round coffee table, Mission style desk and chair, twin bed, Mission style queen bed frame and dresser with mirror and night stand. Mission style king size bed and queen and king size King Koil sleep sets like new. U.S.N. commemorative sword and other U.S.N. items. Orek vacuum, RCA TV, sofa, La-Z-Boy automatic lift chair, end tables, quality larger size mens and womens clothing and winter outerwear. Glasstop patio table with four chairs, outdoor bistro table with two chairs, exterior wooden bench, two chaise loungers, like new Char-Broil gas grill and garage with tools and miscellaneous. Lots of nice seasonal decor and smalls. Go to EstateSales.Net#150867 for photos. Sale by The Cottage House. (616)901-9898. THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT KNOWINGLY accept advertising which is deceptive, fraudulent or might otherwise violate law or accepted standards of taste. However, this publication does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of any advertisement, nor the quality of goods or services advertised. Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all claims made in any advertisements, and to use good judgment and reasonable care, particularly when dealing with persons unknown to you ask for money in advance of delivery of goods or services advertised. EARTH SERVICES is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay - (Any type of hay that isn’t moldy). We are also looking for pasture land and hay fields. EARTH SERVICES is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. PLEASE CALL (269)9622015 WANTED HUNTING LAND: (2) Families are interested in leasing acreage for this years deer season. Call (269)795-3049 For Sale For Rent AFFORDABLE PROPANE FOR your home/farm/business. No delivery fees. Call for a free quote. Diamond Propane 269-367-9700 4836 THORNAPPLE LAKE RD: small 2 bed, natural gas home. $425 plus security deposit & utilities. (269)9450514 Recreation Estate Sale ESTATE/MOVING SALES: by Bethel Timmer - The Cottage House Antiques. (269)795-8717 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age or martial status, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 77543023 POLICE BEAT, continued from previous column See us for color copies, one-hour digital and 35 mm photo processing and all your printing needs. Peer pressure can’t hold a candle Deputies were dispatched to the Middleville Family Dollar on M-37 Dec. 24. According to a clerk, a suspect was being held for shoplifting a candle holder. When deputies questions the 18-year-old female suspect from Middleville, she said her friend, 24, also from Middleville had asked her to take the candle holder. Her friend had left the store with packages of baby socks as the suspect was being stopped by the clerk. The crying suspect was asked by deputies to contact her friend by cell phone, and asked her to return to the store. When the friend arrived, she told deputies the baby socks had fallen into her purse, and she “wasn’t stealing them.” Both females were arrested for shoplifting and the case was turned over to the prosecutor’s office. 06732905 Deputies received a report of “road hunters” on Enzian Road near Gilkey Road in Prairieville Township Dec. 19. The caller said someone was shooting from a 1994 green Dodge Dakota pickup on the road. When deputies located and stopped the vehicle, and the two occupants, both of Kalamazoo, were informed they were not being arrested, only detained until a DNRE officer arrived. The driver, 41, was handcuffed and taken to the rear of the truck. The passenger, 22, was handcuffed and put in the patrol car. Deputies observed two gun cases in the vehicle, one on the back seat floor and the other on the passenger’s floor. There were shotgun shells in the cup holders of the front seat. When interviewed separately, both suspects reported they did not shoot the guns, but a third person had been in the vehicle and had shot twice at a deer. The third person had gotten out of the vehicle to track and secure the deer, while the vehicle drove away. The third person, 40, of Kalamazoo, was identified as the driver’s neighbor. Suspect information was reported to the DNRE. Bowling Scores PRINTING PLUS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. , Hastings SAXON WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE Complete online schedule at: www.hassk12.org THURSDAY, DECEMBER 30 10:00 am Boys Varsity Wrestling 10:00 am Boys JV Wrestling 10:00 am Boys B Team Wrestling Five was not his lucky number FRIDAY, DECEMBER 31 Hastings City Police noticed a vehicle on East State Road weaving in and out of the traffic lines Dec. 24. After stopping the car and approaching the driver, officers noticed a strong smell of alcohol from the 23-year-old Hastings man. When asked if he had anything to drink, the driver told police he’d had five beers. The driver was then asked to take a Breathalyzer test and registered well over the legal limit, according to police. He was arrested for operating while under the influence of alcohol and taken to the Barry County Jail. TUESDAY, JANUARY 04 10:00 am Boys Varsity Wrestling 10:00 am Boys JV Wrestling 10:00 am Boys B Team Wrestling 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm Boys Girls Girls Boys Boys Girls Fresh Fresh JV JV Varsity Varsity Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball Voluntary practice Voluntary practice Voluntary practice H H H Voluntary practice Voluntary practice Voluntary practice H H H GR Catholic Central GR Catholic Central GR Catholic Central GR Catholic Central GR Catholic Central GR Catholic Central A H H A A H Kenowa Hills MS Kenowa Hills MS Hopkins Quad Kenowa Hills MS A H A H Boys Boys Boys Boys 7th B 8th B B Team 8th A Basketball Basketball Wrestling Basketball A A A A THURSDAY, JANUARY 06 4:30 pm 4:30 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm Boys Girls Boys Girls BOYS Girls Fresh Fresh Varsity JV JV MS Basketball Thornapple Kellogg HS Basketball Thornapple Kellog HS Swimming GR Catholic Central Basketball Thornapple Kellogg HS Basketball Thornapple Kellogg HS Cheerleading Cheer Jam @ Lowell (Cherry Crk Elem) H A A A H A Times and dates subject to change Thanks to This Week’s Sponsor: Hastings Orthopedic Clinic, P.C. “Quality Care with Compassion” WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 05 4:15 pm 4:15 pm 5:00 pm 5:30 pm Wednesday, January 05 continued: 5:30 pm Boys 7th A Basketball Kenowa Hills MS 6:30 pm Boys Varsity Wrestling GR Catholic Central 6:30 pm Girls Varsity Cheerleading OK Gold Jam @ Caledonia 6:30 pm Girls JV Cheerleading OK Gold Jam @ Caledonia HASTINGS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Contact Laura 948-0506 to Sponsor the Sports Schedule 840 Cook Rd. Hastings, MI 49058 Phone: 269-945-9520 Toll Free: 800-596-1005 Contact us on the web @ www.hoc-mi.com 77552686 POLICE BEAT �Page 14 — Thursday, December 30, 2010 — The Hastings Banner County had a number of top two finishes in 2010 by Brett Bremer Sports Editor For most of the year Barry County high school athletes could cheer “we’re number two! We’re number two! We’re number two!” But there was one athlete who was able to break through. Lakewood senior heavyweight Ryan Steverson earned the county’s lone Michigan High School Athletic Association state championship, last March at the Individual State Finals hosted by the Palace of Auburn Hills. There were many others who were close. Hastings’ varsity girls’ golf team was second in the state in October. Thornapple Kellogg senior Allyson Winchester was second in the state, for the second time, at the Division 2 cross country state finals in November. At the Palace last March, the same time Steverson was winning his state championship, Hastings senior Gage Pederson earned a runner-up finish at his weight class. Steverson was just seconds away from missing the state championship match. He trailed Caro’s Tyler Millerov 1-0 when the match was stopped for injury time with 19 seconds left in their semifinal round match. He got the kinks worked out, then returned to the mat and scored a reversal with nine seconds left to win 2-1. Steverson then scored a 4-3 win over Yale’s Steve Lams in the Division 3 285-pound championship. “I didn’t make any mistakes,” said the three-time state medallist Steverson. “No, mistakes.” Steverson met Lakewood head coach Bob Veitch in his corner, who was making his first appearance on the mats after having gall bladder surgery the Monday before team regionals. “Probably not supposed (to be here),” Veitch said. “I told Ryan I wouldn’t miss this unless I was on my death bed. He’s given his heart to me for four years.” The county’s wrestlers always make sure the new year gets off to a good start, and not much changed in 2010. Steverson was joined on the medal stand by his junior teammate Darren Eaton who was eighth in Division 3’s 125-pound weight class. Hastings had three medallists in Division 2, Pederson who was second at 140 pounds junior Colton Marlette who placed sixth at 215 pounds, and senior Austin Endsley who was eighth at 135 pounds. Maple Valley, Delton Kellogg and Thornapple Kellogg all sent wrestlers to the individual finals as well. Chelsea’s Dakota Cooley scored a 6-4 win over Pederson in their championship final. “It’s going to take a few days to get that out of my system,” Pederson said after the defeat. “I’m never okay with being the first loser. I haven’t lost since the beginning of the year, and it’s not something I like. It mellows you down quite a bit.” Hastings was the lone county wrestling team to win a conference championship in 2010, scoring its fifth straight league title and its eighth in nine years by winning the O-K Gold. Their rivals from Thornapple Kellogg were the runners-up. “We had 14 of 14 kids medal. We were the only ones to do that, even though Middleville had more in the finals. We had every one at least make the consolation,” said Hastings’ head coach Mike Goggins. The Saxons were 7-0 in league duals, and won the conference meet, but it was Thornapple Kellogg that got the upper hand in the end, beating the Saxons for a Division 2 team district championship. The Trojans topped the Saxons 32-26 in their battle for the district title. Lakewood also won a team district championship, after finishing second to Corunna in the Capital Area Activities Conference White Division. Both the Trojans and Vikings were downed in the regional round of the state tournament though. The best run through the state tournament for any team from the county belonged to the Saxon varsity girls’ golf team, which placed second at the Division 3 State Finals at Forest Akers East Golf Course in East Lansing. For the second year in a row the O-K Gold Conference had three teams place in the top four at the finals. This year it was Forest Hills Eastern taking the championship, with a 36hole total score of 664. Hastings was second with a 703 and South Christian fourth with a 718. The runner-up finish for the Saxons The Saxon varsity girls’ golf team of Hannah Hodges, (from left) Jessica Kloosterman, Gabrielle Shipley, coach Bruce Krueger, Danielle Meredith, Kylee Nemetz and Lindy Kloosterman celebrate their runner-up finish a the Division 3 State Finals in East Lansing. Thornapple Kellogg senior Allyson Winchester races towards a secondplace finish at the Division 2 Cross Country State Finals. matched their school’s best state finish in any sport since the girls’ golf team was second 35 years ago in 1975 (one year after winning the state title in 1974). Hastings, South Christian, and Forest Hills Eastern had battled it out on the area golf courses all fall long in the O-K Gold Conference. “We wanted to place (in the top two),” said Saxon junior Gabrielle Shipley. “That’s what our goals was. After (Friday) we knew we could shoot really good and get first or shoot our normal rounds and get second. “It was a great feeling.” Shipley earned her third individual state medal in the process, finishing fifth overall with an 80-78-158. Danielle Meredith, Kylee Nemetz, Jessica Kloosterman and Hannah Hodges also contributed at the finals for Hastings. While Shipley and Steverson both earned their third state medals in 2010, Thornapple Kellogg’s Winchester earned three in 2010 alone. She capped off her year of high school running by winning her fourth medal in four tries at the Division 2 cross country state finals with a second-place time of 17 minutes 42.4 seconds at Michigan International Speedway in November. She was beaten out by Zeeland Saxon senior Gage Pederson (left) tries to escape the grasp of Chelsea’s Dakota Cooley during their Division 2 140-pound championship match at the Individual State Finals. Cooley scored a 6-4 win over Pederson. West’s Rachele Schulist, who won in 17:39.7. The time set a new personal record (PR) for Winchester. Her previous PR was set her sophomore season, when she placed second at the state finals. She was happy though to see that her time was faster than her older sister Rebecca’s collegiate PR at Grand Valley State University. Rebecca had a big fall to, earning All-America honors at GVSU as the Laker women captured their first National Championship. “She literally gave everything she had,” TK head coach Tammy Benjamin said of Allyson’s performance at the state finals. “It was a great race.” Winchester’s teammate Casey Lawson, a sophomore, had a great race too, scoring her first state medal in her second appearance in the finals. She placed 21st in 18:38.6. The top 30 in each race at MIS Saturday earned state medals. Every county school sent at least one runner to MIS for the state finals, and Delton Kellogg sent both their boys’ and girls’ teams. The Panther boys finished 18th and the girls 27th. “Our goal was to not get last,” said Delton Kellogg senior Tyler Bourdo, “because that’s what we usually get, last year and I think the time before that. It was just a joke not to get last this year.” The Panther boys were 29th out of 29 teams in the Division 3 boys’ race at MIS in 2009. In 2003, the Panther team was one spot from last, 26th out of 27. Moving up wasn’t really just a joke though. “They were serious about it,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Dale Grimes. “You’ve Members of Maple Valley’s varsity volleyball team, and its fans, celebrate the program’s first ever regional championship in the gymnasium at Bellevue High School. got to be able to joke about it a little bit. You’ve got to be able to laugh at yourself sometimes, one time.” Winchester also won a pair of state medals at the Division 2 Track and Field State Finals in 2010, placing third in the 3200-meter run and fourth in the 1600-meter run. The Thornapple Kellogg varsity girls’ track and field team had another runner-up finish for the county, placing second at the Division 2 Michigan Interscholastic Track and Field Coaches Association (MITCA) Team State Finals. Hastings’ boys were there as well, and earned a seventh place finish. Continued next page Thornapple Kellogg quarterback Coley McKeough (3) hurls a pass down field during the Trojans’ season opener against Wyoming Park. McKeough would lead the Trojans to their first conference title since 1996 this fall, as well as a spot in the state playoffs. Lakewood senior Chelsea Lake led the Vikings to conference and district championships in 2010, and was one of six girls from the county to earn All-State honors of some kind at the end of the season. She was named to the Class B All-State First Team, and was a finalist for the state’s Miss Volleyball award. Saxon running back Alex Randall puts his head down and drives forward during a play against Caledonia early in the 2010 varsity football season. Randall helped lead the Hastings varsity football team into the state playoffs again this fall, and rushed for a school-record 418 yards and five touchdowns in his team’s playoff loss to the Grand Rapids Christian Eagles. �The Hastings Banner — Thursday, December 30, 2010 — Page 15 we had to keep our composure and play as hard as we could and play our game, but (calls like those) just take the wind out of your sails.” The county had six girls earn all-state honors in volleyball this season. Three were from Lakewood, first-team honoree Chelsea Lake and second-team performers Lexie Spetoskey and Anna Lynch. Delton Kellogg’s Adrianna Culbert was also chosen all-state in Class B. In Class C, Maple Valley had a pair of foreign exchange-students make the list, with Kate Ancincova earning first team honors and Hanneke Olthof being named all-state honorable mention. The Lions were third in the KVA, behind Delton Kellogg and Pennfield who shared the conference title. It was the third straight league championship for the Delton Kellogg girls. Playing schools its own size, Maple Valley excelled. The Lions won their program’s second ever district championship and first ever regional title. The Lions knocked off Hanover-Horton 25-11, 25-19, 25-23 in the Class C Regional Finals at Bellevue High School. “They take pride in themselves that they’re physically fit. When the other team is breathing hard and sweating all over the place my girls are saying bring it on,” said Maple Valley head coach Sarah Carpenter. Maple Valley won the first game 25-18 against St. Louis in the Class C Quarterfinals at Ithaca High School, but the Sharks though came out on top in the three two-point games which followed, winning by the scores of 2523, 28-26 and 26-24. The final even for a county team during the fall season was the Division 1 girls’ swimming and diving state finals The Thornapple Kellogg-Hastings team qualified in five events. It was a tie for the top TK-Hastings finish at the finals, with the 200yard medley relay team of Kayla Strumberger, Alexa Schipper, Natalie VanDenack and Patricia Garber placing 18th in 1 minute 54.00 seconds. Schipper was also 18th in the 100-yard breaststroke with a time of 1:09.34. She missed out on reaching the finals races by less than two tenths of a second, as the top 16 advance. The Hastings varsity boys’ track and field team won its second consecutive Division 2 Regional Championship at Charlotte High School in May. From previous page The Trojan girls and Hastings boys had been competing side by side in the O-K Gold Conference all spring, and both defended their conference titles from 2009. The Saxons would win a regional title for retiring head coach Paul Fulmer, while the Trojan girls were second at their Division 2 Regional Meet. Thornapple Kellogg girls had medal winning performances in five events at the Division 2 State Finals in Zeeland. The Trojan 1600-meter relay team of Hana Hunt, Stephanie Ryfiak, Cassie Holwerda and Danielle Fredenburg ran a faster time than the Trojan 1600-meter relay team did in winning a state championship in 2009, but finished fifth at the 2010 finals with a time of 4:02.63. Brittany London was eighth in the pole vault, and Matt Williamson from the boys’ team placed sixth in the 800-meter run. Delton Kellogg and Maple Valley both sent both of their teams to the Division 3 MITCA State Meet. The Panther boys were sixth and the Lion boys seventh. Delton’s girls were 12th and the Maple Valley girls 14th. That was the second time during the course of the season that the Delton Kellogg boys had finished ahead of the Lions. The two teams shared the 2010 Kalamazoo Valley Association (KVA) championship, with the Panthers winning their league dual and the Lions taking the conference championship meet. “It has definitely been a goal for this team,” Delton Kellogg head coach Grimes after topping the Lions 102-101 in the league dual at Delton Kellogg High School. “We’ve been fortunate at some of the (invitationals) we’ve been to this year, but after each success the guys are very good about remembering the KVA is what we’re after.” Maple Valley’s boys had never lost in a KVA meet of any kind before that afternoon. “The kids took it a little hard tonight. It’s the first time they’ve lost in the KVA since we’ve been in it, and to do it by a stinking point,” said Maple Valley head coach Brian Lincoln. It was Delton Kellogg’s girls team that earned the county’s lone state medals at the Division 3 State Finals though. Delton Kellogg senior Katie Searles placed sixth in the 100-meter hurdles, with a time of 15.90 seconds and later teamed with Amanda Mikolajczyk, Hannah Williams and Andrea Polley to place eighth in the 800-meter relay with a time of 1:49.21. The other team championships earned by county teams in the spring were both earned by the Lakewood varsity baseball team, which won the CAAC-White title and a Division 2 District Championship. The Vikings had to fight off late comebacks in both their district semifinal and final games, at Lakewood High School, to earn the district championship. They had a 6-0 lead after five innings in the championship game against Eaton Rapids, then held on for a 7-4 by Brett Bremer My highlight video for 2010 includes pros and the preps Lakewood senior heavyweight Ryan Steverson (left) works towards a 4-3 win over Yale’s Steve Lams in the Division 3 285-pound championship at the Individual State Finals in March. win. Lakewood was downed 7-1 by Owosso in the Division 2 Regional Championship game, after scoring a 5-1 win over South Christian in the regional semifinals. Lakewood and Hastings both had their boys’ golf teams qualify for the regional round of the state tournament in Division 2, and Delton Kellogg’s boys qualified for regionals in Division 3. Thornapple Kellogg and Maple Valley both had an individual qualify for regionals as well, but no one was able to advance to the state finals. Lakewood also won a conference championship at the end of the 2009-10 winter season, as the Viking varsity competitive cheer team won the CAAC-White title and then went on to qualify for regionals as a team. There weren’t any conference or district championships for the local varsity boys’ or girls’ basketball teams. The biggest news on the hardwood came from Lakewood. Longtime Viking varsity boys’ coach Mark Farrell stepped down the previous summer and was replaced by Vitor Imbuzeiro, who came to Lakewood from Brazil, by way of Japan. He played professionally in Brazil for eight seasons, and went on to coach youth there and then in Japan at the high school level for 11 seasons. Delton Kellogg senior Katie Searles won medals in both the 100-meter hurdles, and the 800-meter relay at the Division 3 State Finals hosted by Comstock Park High School in June. The Vikings were 3-13 under Imbuzeiro when he resigned in late January, then won their first three ball games for new head coach/athletic director Wayne Piercefield. Farrell has since returned to the sidelines for the Vikings after the one-season absence. Communities came together to support the best teams of the fall season on the gridiron and on the court. Hastings and Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity football teams both reached the state playoffs. Hastings celebrated its homecoming by topping the visiting Trojans in front of a standing-room-only crowd, but that would be the only loss of the regular season for the Thornapple Kellogg boys who won their first conference championship since 1996. “I have always asked them to invest and it will pay off,” said TK head coach Chard Ruger after his team’s 16-6 win over Ottawa Hills in the regular season finale. “Before the game, I said you always want to know when that day of withdrawal is going to come. I told them it’s going to be today when they could be outright champions of the O-K Gold. Sure enough, it happened. It wasn’t beautiful, but it happened.” The Pre-District playoff games weren’t beautiful for the Trojans or the Saxons though either. Saxon senior Alex Randall rushed for a Saxon record 418 yards and five touchdowns on 26 carries, a yardage total that puts him 16th on the list of the MHSAA’s top single game rushers, but the Grand Rapids Christian Eagles were able to hold on for a 49-39 victory over the Saxons in their Division 3 tilt in Hastings. The Trojans were downed 28-0 by Battle Creek Pennfield in Middleville. A couple of great volleyball seasons ended just a little bit too soon this fall too for county teams. Lakewood swept its way through the CAAC-White, then avenged its 2009 district loss to Delton Kellogg in the district finals at Hastings High School. Lakewood dominated its Class B regional semifinal with Battle Creek Harper Creek, then ran into a tough Plainwell team in the regional finals in Three Rivers. Plainwell won by the scores of 25-20, 2225, 25-27, 25-23, 17-15. A couple of controversial calls helped the Trojans to the win in game four. “We’ve only been in that situation one time all year, to go out in a fifth game,” Lakewood head coach Kellie Rowland said. “We knew In the past year and a half I’ve put together home movies of my son’s first trip to the Upper Peninsula, his first Christmas, my nieces’ third birthday party, even a tribute film to my brother-in-law’s fantasy team which is going for its third consecutive Toilet Bowl Championship. His bid for that title is looking good by the way thanks to the performance of his Arizona Cardinals Defense and Special Teams Thursday against the Cowboys. The Thursday night Arizona Cardinals versus Dallas Cowboys match-up certainly though will not be on my own personal highlight video of the greatest sporting moments of 2010. I thought as the year winds down though that I’d share with you the images and moments from 2010 which I do still actually remember at this point - in no particular order (and my memory is fairly weak so things have to be really great for me to recall them). I’m sure it will be a while before any Tiger fan forgets where they were on June 3 of 2010. I was sitting on the counter in front of the kitchen sink, listening on the radio ready to leap off when suddenly the sounds on the radio turned from cheers to jeers as first base umpire Jim Joyce ruled Jason Donald safe after 26 consecutive outs tossed by Tiger pitcher Armando Galarraga to start the ball game. My cell phone started ringing instantly after the blown call. My first thoughts were something out of “Casey at the Bat” after mighty Casey is called for strike two - “Kill the umpire!” But because that was not the reaction of Galarraga, and because Joyce instantly admitted his mistake and apologized to Galarraga it almost became a positive story in the end. A lesson about sportsmanship. There was very little sportsmanship going on in the Detroit Lions’ preseason contest against the Cleveland Browns when Lion rookie defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh provided his first highlight reel worthy play, all be it a play drew him a well deserved penalty and fine. Suh grabbed Brown quarterback Jake Delhomme by the face mask, and as Delhomme flipped the ball away Suh wrapped both arms around Delhomme’s head and brought him to his knees. It would have been quite the vicious highlight if it had ended there, but it didn’t. Suh then lifts Delhomme off his knees and flings him a yard and a half further into the backfield. For sheer defensive skill and brutality on the football field though nothing matched the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 13-10 win over the Ravens in Baltimore earlier this month. For all the emphasis put on protecting players this season in the National Football League, the referees must have colluded to leave that up to the NFL commissioner with fines after the game rather than flags during it. Steeler quarterback Ben Roethlisberger had his nose broken as he was blasted in the face in the first quarter. Steeler tight end Heath Miller suffered a concussion and nearly had his head taken off coming over the middle to catch a pass. He was drilled by Ravens’ cornerback Chris Carr in the head, a hit that didn’t draw a flag. The game was brutal, but it was close and well played. I’d rather watch a well-played low scoring game than a well-played high scoring game any day. The NFL has nothing better to offer than Ravens versus Steelers. Although the NFL provided a moment which nearly matched Galarraga’s more than perfect game. Calvin Johnson hauled in a 25-yard touchdown pass in the final half minute against the Bears September to give the Detroit Lions a season opening victory, only to have the points taken off the board by the officials who ruled Johnson didn’t “complete the process of the catch” whatever that means. He jumped up with two hands, grabbed the ball, landed on his feet in the end zone, fell to his butt while spinning and holding the ball in one hand, then as he put his right arm down to stand up and celebrate he left the ball on the turf (probably not intentionally). It’s hard to say its not a catch when you’re spinning through the air and bouncing on your feet and butt while holding onto the football with one hand, but the NFL officials did it to the Lions. There were many things from the local high school sports scene in 2010 that I won’t soon forget, Allyson Winchester chasing after Zeeland West’s Rachele Schulist at the Division 2 Cross Country State Finals and nearly winning the state championship she’d been chasing for four seasons; Maple Valley’s varsity girls’ volleyball team and coach Sarah Carpenter’s “two gifts” of exchange-students Hanneke Olfhof and Kate Ancincova leading the Lions on a run to the Class C State Quarterfinals; the sinking feeling I got in my gut when I heard the Lakewood varsity volleyball team had lost its Class B Regional Final contest to Plainwell in Three Rivers; the Hastings, Forest Hills Eastern, South Christian and Wayland girls gathering for a picture at the Division 3 girls’ golf State Finals in East Lansing; and the build up to the varsity football game between Thornapple Kellogg and Hastings this fall. I’m not 100-percent sure why, but as I dug back into the list of local sports stories for 2010 one stood out to me as my favorite, or actually two stories involving one athlete. I wrote a column earlier this year about expectations, how your expectations help determine your ultimate enjoyment of a sporting event, a movie or whatever. This story jumped to the top of my list because I had no expectations of it happening at all, and because I got a really great shot of him pumping his fist and howling as he crossed the finish line. Thornapple Kellogg senior Matt Williamson surprised me, if not everyone at the O-K Gold Conference Meet at Houseman Field last May by winning the 800-meter dash. Williamson place seventh in the race at the Division 2 State Finals, setting a school record in the process with his time of 1:57.68. I’d seen him run cross country and track for a couple years, and thought of him as a good but not elite runner. I wrote in a story for the Banner in June after the state finals: Williamson said that when he won the 800-meter at the O-K Gold Conference Championship in May “I was the kid that won the 800. I didn’t even have a name. I got to the state meet where anything can happen, and it just turned out good.” “It was fun, really fun,” said Williamson. “The most fun I’ve ever had.” �Page 16 — Thursday, December 30, 2010 — The Hastings Banner Lakewood rallies for non-conference win at TKHS by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Teams that win ball games find their threepoint shooting touch when they’re down in the final minutes. Teams that win ball games knock down free throws when the game is on the line. Teams that don’t win ball games fire threepointers when up by six points in the closing minutes. Teams that don’t win ball games pull up for jumpers when there are two girls with four fouls between them and the basket on the break. Lakewood’s varsity girls’ basketball team did the things it needed to to score a 44-40 non-conference victory on the road at Thornapple Kellogg High School Tuesday (Dec. 21). The Trojans didn’t. Thornapple Kellogg led by seven points with 2:20 to play in the ball game. A couple of seniors, Anna Lynch and Lexie Spetoskey, led the comeback for the Vikings. They both drilled a three in the Vikings’ final run. Spetoskey knocked down a jumper with just under a minute let to play to tie the contest at Lakewood’s Lexie Spetoskey takes the ball away from Thornapple Kellogg’s Molly Lark late in the second quarter of Tuesday’s (Dec. 21) game in Middleville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 40-40, then hit a three-pointer from the corner with 30 seconds left to give the Vikings’ their first lead, at 43-40, since the opening minute of the fourth quarter. Lynch was five of six from the foul line in the fourth quarter, and fellow senior Breann Curtis also knocked down a pair of important foul shots late for the Vikings. Lakewood head coach Tal Thompson challenged his seniors in the final minutes, telling them that they weren’t playing with enough desperation. They met the challenge. “Lexie had an off shooting night,” said Thompson, “but she made up for it a lot of different places. She was just two of ten on threes. I told her that’s how you have to play though. Every great shooter shoots with the intention of the next one going down.” Spetoskey finished with eight points and four steals. Lynch had a game-high 16 points as well as 13 rebounds. Maddie King had a great all-around game for the Vikings as well, especially leading the Vikings’ ratcheted up defensive pressure late. She finished wit seven points, three assists, five steals and two blocked shots. Lakewood also got six points and six rebounds from Curtis, and five , five assists, six rebounds and four steals from Emily Kutch. Spetoskey, King and Curtis all played much of the fourth quarter with four fouls. “I told them in the locker room, eventually they’re going to figure out how to pull one of these out,” said Thornapple Kellogg coach Jesse Bays. “The fact that we’ve been in four close games out of five, against Catholic Central and now against Lakewood a good outside shooting team, they’re physical, they play tough defense. We controlled that second half, but couldn’t finish.” The Trojans got a good game inside the paint from forward Alyssa Weesie who finished with 11 points and eight rebounds, and also got eight points and six boards from forward Shelby Tedrow. TK guard Molly Lark Thornapple Kellogg’s Shelby Tedrow races in for two points during the second half Tuesday (Dec. 21) against Lakewood. (Photo by Brett Bremer) chipped in nine points. Lakewood took a 17-10 lead into the halftime locker room, and still trailed by four (2723) going into the fourth before putting together a comeback of their own. The Trojans are now 0-5 overall this season. Lakewood improves to 4-1 with the victory. Fremont scoreless in final five minutes against Trojans Thornapple Kellogg guard Greg Hamilton bounds between the Packers’ Chase Curtice (left) and Robbie McPherson towards the basket during the fourth quarter Monday at Cedar Springs High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Thornapple Kellogg’s varsity boys’ basketball team needed a 13-0 run over the course of the final five minutes to hold off Fremont in the opening round of the Red Hawks Holiday Tournament Monday night. The Trojans advanced to Tuesday’s championship, against host Cedar Springs, with a 57-47 victory over the Packers. It was the second big run to end a half in the ball game for the Trojans. They went on a 15-4 run in the final five minutes of the first half to take a 31-22 lead into the break. Trojan center Jared Stolicker had eight of his game-high 28 points in that run. Of his 15 first-half points, ten came on offensive putbacks. Stolicker also had 16 rebounds on the night. “They’ve got him at 6-9, and with a fullride to Ferris (State University),” said Fremont head coach Peter Zerfas. “We don’t see too many kids like (Stolicker) over where we play, but we still thought we’d be in it if we could keep him to 25 points or less.” The Packers were in it despite Stolicker passing that 25-point mark. Guard Tyler Prim kept the Packers in the game with his outside shooting touch and ability to attack the basket. He finished with 21 points. “It was really our turnovers. We had so many unforced lazy passes in the first half,” Zerfas said. The Packers scored nearly every time the Trojans threw full-court pressure at them in the first half, but when the Trojans dropped back a bit and trapped the Packer guards with their 1-3-1 zone TK got a number of easy opportunities the other way. TK also struggled when the Packers mimicked that defense in the second half. That’s led to the Fremont comeback. After trailing since the midway point of the second quarter, the Packers took a 44-42 lead in the opening minutes of the fourth quarter. “We thought we had a pretty good game plan of how we were going to attack the high post and get the looks we wanted down low, but Fremont put more pressure on our guards and we got more tentative and didn’t know what was a good shot.” The Trojans also missed a few easy lay-ups when they did break through the Packers’ trap. Fremont took its biggest lead of the game, 47-44, on a bucket by Prim with 5:11 to play, but that would be the last bucket for the Packers. Jesse Aubil made a few nice passes from the high post into Stolicker against the Packer zone as the game wore on. TK also had Coley McKeough and Greg Hamilton combine to go six of six at the foul line in the final 1:16 to seal the win. Hamilton finished with nine points and McKeough eight. Fremont also got nine points from Chase Curtice. TK improves to 2-2 overall this season with the win. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Hastings Banner Subject The topic of the resource Newspaper.HastingsBanner Description An account of the resource <strong>The Hastings Public Library wishes to thank Smith Imaging of Rockford, MI for their work digitizing the Hastings Banner.</strong><br /><br /><strong>The Library also wishes to thank all of the community members who donated money to support our digitizing efforts.<br /><br />The Banner Overview:</strong><br />The Hastings Banner newspaper has been published in Hastings, Michigan since 1856. The following history highlights are taken from Richard Cook's history as published in the 1956 Centennial Edition of The Hastings Banner, and recapped by Esther Walton in her From Time to Time column in The Banner dated April 12, 1984.<br /><br /><strong>Links to online copies of the paper follow the history section.<br /></strong><strong><br /><br /><br />Searching the paper:<br /></strong>The Banner, and all other PDF files on this history portal, are fully searchable. To search:<br /><ol><li>Click on the magnifying glass search icon in the upper right.</li> <li>Enter your search term(s) in the simple search box and press Enter or click on Search.</li> <li>Any PDF file on the site that contains your term(s) should be listed. 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No copies of the first three issues of The Banner were saved.<br /><br />Make-up on the first journal corresponded with a pattern typical of most local journals then published. Page one contained a few columns of advertising, fiction (often a continued story), and a short feature of no particular news value. Page one was the "literary" page.<br /><br />Page two contained the editorial barbs, along with state news, political articles, Washington items and news of the national and territorial giovernments. Page three contained a few items of local news, sandwiched inbetween the local and foreign news.<br /><br />Page four was usually solid with advertising and as such was the editor's "bread and butter" page....Locally it was the pattern until the early 1880s.<br /><br />Several changes in ownership and management occurred during the first two years of publication, with J. M. Nevins taking over ownership interests on July 16, 1857. With the issue of May 7, 1862, "The Republican Banner" became "The Hastings Banner". Editor Nevins thought the village had developed sufficiently during the past several years to merit this recognition.<br /><br />Another major change in the management of The Banner came when Nevins sold the newspaper to George M. Dewey of Niles on March 14, 1866, who then took over as editor and publisher. Dewey, an ardent Republican and somewhat of a crusader, gave considerable space to editorial comment and party affairs and also directed pointed paragraphs against the saloons and local traffic in liquor. Dewey was the grandfather of Thomas E. Dewey, Republican presidential nominee in 1944 and 1948. Editor Dewey on May 4, 1870 changed the format (and name) of the paper to "Hastings Republican Banner". <br /><br />A fire in December 1883 burned The Banner plant (located in the middle of the block on the north side of State St. across from the courthouse). 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